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USS Scorpius - NCC 50666 - 10305.31

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The Price of Freedom:  Episode Two - Dark and Light

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Previously on the USS Scorpius:

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The Task force headed by the USS Scorpius had rendezvoused in the Mymar Sector.

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The USS Typhoon, Cyclone, and Tsunami, and the USS Rigel and Antares, with 2 saber-class vessels, are proceeding to the Kol'Qos system in pursuit of the Terrorist K'Rass the Klingon.

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<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Resume Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

OPS-Anari says:
:: At OPS checking sensors, and pushes a few buttons to slave flight console to her station ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$::in her big chair on the Antares::

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#::sitting on the bridge of the Tsunami, awaiting orders from VanSickle::

CEO_Bodine says:
CO: Captain, I just don't have enough information here. We need more data before we rush head long into this ..

CNS_McDonald says:
:: sitting in the XO's chair on the Scorpius :: 

CIV_Horn says:
@::In his BIG chair on the Cyclone::

OPS-Anari says:
:: Checks the available evasive maneuver patterns for flight control ::

FCO_Vince says:
&::In the command chair on board the Rigel::

Host CO_VanSickle says:
CEO: We probably have plenty of time to figure something out.

CNS_McDonald says:
CO: :: giggles :: I could get used to being in the XO chair. How much would I have to bribe AQilla to give it up :: chuckles :: 

OPS-Anari says:
:: Chooses a particularly interesting evasive pattern, programs it into her console and adds a few twists to it ::

CEO_Bodine says:
CO: Once we get to close our task force will be detected and they will be ready before we get there. Sir, perhaps we could send one of the saber class ships forward to scout and collect long range scans.

Host CO_VanSickle says:
CNS: Sorry, but both AQilla AND Russ have to leave the ship or be promoted to my position for you to have it.

OPS-Anari says:
:: Checks power levels and ensures all non-essential systems are off-line ::

FCO_Vince says:
&*R_CEO*:  I want that warp core operating as efficiently as possible for maximum phaser effect

CNS_McDonald says:
CO: I know just being smart.

Host CO_VanSickle says:
CEO: No, we should have a few fighters from one of the Akiras to scout ahead.

FCO_Vince says:
&<R_CEO> *FCO*:  Aye Sir

OPS-Anari says:
:: Brings up information on the Kol'Qos system, looking for stellar phenomenon where ships could hide ::

Host CO_VanSickle says:
OPS: Open a tight-beamed channel to the Cyclone.

OPS-Anari says:
:: Punches a few buttons opening a channel to the Cyclone ::   CO: Tight-beam channel open sir

OPS-Anari says:
:: Ensures the transmission is encrypted ::

FCO_Vince says:
&R_CSO:  Keep those sensors sharp.  I want early warnings and quick targeting

CEO_Bodine says:
CO: The Akira's have fighters? I didn't know that they have the ability to collect details scientific data?

Host CO_VanSickle says:
COMM: Cyclone: CIV: VanSickle to Russ Horn, do you have a copy?

FCO_Vince says:
&<R_CSO> FCO:  Yes Sir

CIV_Horn says:
@::Ops notifies of the comm::

CIV_Horn says:
@COMM: Scorp: I'm here.

FCO_Vince says:
&R_OPS:  Shut down all non-essential systems, making tactical, shields, and structural integrity priority

FCO_Vince says:
&R_OPS:  Oh, and also save some for tractor beams

Host CO_VanSickle says:
COMM: Cyclone: CIV: Russ, could you send a small squadron of fighters ahead to scout the area?

FCO_Vince says:
&<R_OPS> FCO:  Aye

OPS-Anari says:
:: Begins to quickly read the information brought up on the Kol'Qos System... ::

OPS-Anari says:
CO: Captain, are you aware the Kol'Qos System is one HUGE nebula?

CIV_Horn says:
@::Nods his head at the XO:: COMM: Scorp: It is happening as we speak.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$::checks that all key systems are on-line::

Host CO_VanSickle says:
OPS: Of course, Elaina.  That's called hiding in plain sight.

FCO_Vince says:
&R_TO:  Have full spreads ready when we're in range to engage.  Prepare to target the first ship in range.  When ready, target their tractor emitters, then their primary power core

CEO_Bodine says:
CO: With respect call up one of the sabers from the back of the fleet let me transport over and configure them for silent running and to get the scans and get out of there ..

OPS-Anari says:
CO: But do you understand that is the WHOLE system, sir?

CNS_McDonald says:
:: sits back and just listens to the conversations :: 

CIV_Horn says:
@COMM: Scorp: How about sending an assault shuttle it has warp capabilities?

Host CO_VanSickle says:
CEO: Lieutenant, we are not going to break formation until we get there.

CIV_Horn says:
@::Stops the launch of the fighters::

FCO_Vince says:
&::looks over the bridge crew busy at work::

Host CO_VanSickle says:
COMM: Cyclone: CIV: Assault shuttle?  Sure.  Launch a couple of them.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$A_CTO:  Bring all defensive systems on-line once we reach the system.  Secure all decks and bring the ship to battle readiness.

OPS-Anari says:
:: Sees an amber light blink and performs a few functions to clear it :

Host CO_VanSickle says:
OPS: The admiral told me that the nebula would be near the system.  Looks like we need to have a talk with stellar cartography.

OPS-Anari says:
:: Fingers continue to fly over her console as she keeps an eye on navigation and sensors ::

CEO_Bodine says:
CO: Understood ... :: thinks: Why don't we just drive a tank in there ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$<A_CTO> XO: Aye, Sir.

CIV_Horn says:
@COMM: Scorp: I only have one ready but I will launch it.

CNS_McDonald says:
CO: what If I head down to stellar cartography and get some more details scans from there as we go in.

OPS-Anari says:
CO: According to the information I have just pulled up on the Kol'Qos System, the ENTIRE system is one BIG nebula.  I just thought you might want to know, sir

Host CO_VanSickle says:
OPS: Noted.

CEO_Bodine says:
:: turns to the engineering console and wracks his brain on the lack of data ::

OPS-Anari says:
:: Sees the amber light clear and sighs ::

CIV_Horn says:
@::Orders the launch of the shuttle::

Host CO_VanSickle says:
CNS: Go ahead.  Report what you find out.

CNS_McDonald says:
CO: aye sir. :: stands up and leaves the bridge to head for stellar cartography :: 

CEO_Bodine says:
CNS: May I join you, nothing more here

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$<A_OPS> ::scanning the system as the ships approach::

CNS_McDonald says:
CEO: :: looks back to the captain :: Ask the captain first. 

CEO_Bodine says:
CO: Sir?

Host Gerry says:
@<SB_OPS>  XO:  Sir, we can't launch the shuttle unless we slow to maximum of warp 5.  We shouldn't be launching from warp at all...

Host CO_VanSickle says:
CEO: Sure.

CNS_McDonald says:
CEO: then you’re with me let’s go.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$<A_CTO> ::brings all tactical systems on-line, paying particular attention to structural integrity, shields and weapons::

CEO_Bodine says:
:: follows the CNS ::

OPS-Anari says:
:: Notes navigation needs a slight correction and performs that action ::

FCO_Vince says:
&R_Bridge:  If we engage the enemy ships before the planet, the idea is to target the first tower in range, disable it's tractor on the weapon, fire a full volley targeting its power core, then, if it's still in one piece on our pass, we lock on a tractor beam and yank it away from the enemy formation

CNS_McDonald says:
:: enters the TL :: TL: Stellar cartography 

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#TO: Tactical officer, what is our shield and weapons status?

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#<TS_TO> CTO: Sir, all systems are online and running optimal.  Awaiting your command.

CNS_McDonald says:
CEO: how're you liking it on the Scorpius?

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#COMM: Scorpius: This is Garta-Nmbarri, any last minute instructions from the CO that I need to be aware of?

OPS-Anari says:
:: Notes time to Kol'Qos system ::   CO: ETA to the Kol'Qos System is 5 minutes, sir

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_OPS: Keep a close watch on all systems.  If there are any power fluctuations, I want to know immediately.

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#<Ts_OPS> CTO: Aye, Sir.

Host CO_VanSickle says:
OPS: OK.  Looks like we won't get that scout out until we arrive.

CEO_Bodine says:
CNS: Yes I do like the Scorpius very much heck its just nice to be on the ship .. That last mission on Wrigley's was a mess

CNS_McDonald says:
CEO: yea it was. wasn't it.

Host CO_VanSickle says:
OPS: Signal the fleet to drop to impulse.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$<A_FCO> XO:  Sir, we are now five minutes from Kol'Qos.

OPS-Anari says:
CO: Aye Sir...    :: Sends encrypted signal to the fleet to drop to impulse ::

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#::Addresses his crew:: All: Today, we do battle against an enemy that is most likely the worst that we have ever encountered.  I have placed my trust and faith in all of you.  I know you will rise to this challenge, and we will come out victorious!  

CNS_McDonald says:
:: arrives at stellar cartography :: 

CNS_McDonald says:
:: starts the scanning process of the nebula :: 

OPS-Anari says:
CO: ETA to the System is 4 minutes

CNS_McDonald says:
CEO: Take that station and keep an eye open for ANYTHING.

CIV_Horn says:
@::Orders his ship to impulse::

OPS-Anari says:
:: Drops the Scorpius to impulse ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$A_FCO: Drop out of warp. A_CTO:  Bring all defensive systems on-line.

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The Typhoon begins to slow...

FCO_Vince says:
&::looks over the tactical data so far on his console::

CEO_Bodine says:
CNS: Aye Sir ... 

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_FCO: Bring us out of warp, and stay in tight formation.

TO_Lane says:
::lets her fingers trip across the tactical console, studying sensor readings and tactical readouts::

CEO_Bodine says:
:: takes the console directed by the counselor and runs his fingers over the console ::

CNS_McDonald says:
:: starts getting some resolution on the nebula :: 

FCO_Vince says:
&::sees the Tsunami and the Antares drop out of warp::

OPS-Anari says:
:: Sends information on the Kol'Qos System to Tactical, advising the entire system is one big nebula ::

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_CTO: Activate all tactical systems, keep a close watch out for any enemy vessels, and take the weapons to stand by.

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The Task Force drops to impulse in tight formation perfectly...and the Cyclone launches a shuttle...

FCO_Vince says:
&R_FCO:  Drop out of warp, stay with the others

CEO_Bodine says:
:: pulls up what data they do have in a small space on the screen ::

FCO_Vince says:
&<R_CSO>FCO:  The Cyclone is launching a shuttle

CNS_McDonald says:
CEO: anything there?

TO_Lane says:
::tries not to get too tense as they drop to impulse.

FCO_Vince says:
&Self:  What's that all about?

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_OPS: Make sure that all non-essential systems are offline.  I want all power for shields and weapons systems.

OPS-Anari says:
:: Notes the launching of the shuttle ::   CO: The Cyclone is launching a shuttle ::

CEO_Bodine says:
CNS: The Cyclone just launched a shuttle

CNS_McDonald says:
CEO: thank you

CNS_McDonald says:
:: gets a puzzled look :: *CO*: McDonald to VanSickle.

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
<Ts_CTO: #CTO: Sir, the Cyclone has just launched a shuttle.

CEO_Bodine says:
CNS: The data on the weapon is not real helpful the best info I got that helps us is that it needs escorts in close formation to gain power.

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_CTO: Keep a watch on it, let me know where it goes, and what it does.  

FCO_Vince says:
&R_CTO:  Stay frosty... be ready

Host CO_VanSickle says:
OPS: That must be our scout.  *CNS*: Go ahead, XO.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$R_CEO:  Reinforce the warp core.  Have your people ready for anything.

FCO_Vince says:
&R_OPS:  The shuttle may be for reconnaissance

FCO_Vince says:
&::nods::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  Telemetry from the scout shuttle begins to feed through to the task force...

CNS_McDonald says:
*CO* be warned this nebula affects LR Communications but everything else is fine.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$::begins reading the telemetry as it arrives::

Host CO_VanSickle says:
*CNS*: I'll be advised.  OPS: Signal the rest of the fleet as to the abnormalities of the nebula.

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_CTO: Stay alert.  You may need to modulate the shield frequency.  You might also need to make instantaneous adjustments to strengthen certain parts of the shields.  Be on your toes.

Host CO_VanSickle says:
TO: How are the shields?

FCO_Vince says:
<&R_CSO>FCO:  I'm receiving data from the shuttle on the area ahead.

CNS_McDonald says:
*CO* I'd Advise we get within 1000Kms of each other to try and minimize the interference

FCO_Vince says:
&CSO:  Good.  

CEO_Bodine says:
:: patches the shuttles telemetry onto the screen in front of him and commander McDonald ::

CIV_Horn says:
@:: Orders the data fed through to science, tactical, and helm::

OPS-Anari says:
CO: Aye sir...   :: Signals for rest of the fleet advising of the abnormalities of the nebula ::

TO_Lane says:
::nods as the readings begin to come across from the shuttle:: CO: Shields are holding, sir.

CNS_McDonald says:
CEO: thank you for this telemetry.

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#<Ts_CTO: CTO: Sir, we are receiving telemetry from that shuttle.

Host CO_VanSickle says:
*CNS*: Uh, the ships are no more than 500 meters apart.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$::feeds the data to tactical, science, OPS and helm::

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_CTO: Good, feed the information to our library computer.  

CNS_McDonald says:
*CO* OOPS. your right.. sorry. I'm not sure how close we'll have to be to minimize the effects

CEO_Bodine says:
CNS: I'm just worried we are getting very close.  I don't agree with the captain on this. I just don’t think the entire task force should be here this close before we got scans on what is there. They may know a force this large is already here.

CEO_Bodine says:
CNS: It's probably to late now

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_OPS/CTO/FCO: Check your consoles for any relevant information from that shuttle.  Stay alert, informed, and on your toes.

CNS_McDonald says:
CEO: the CO knows what he's doing just relax but your concern is noted.

TO_Lane says:
CO: Telemetry readings coming in from the shuttle, Sir.  Nothing unusual to report.

FCO_Vince says:
&::Doesn't like sitting and waiting, feels like we're just giving the enemy time to prepare.

Host CO_VanSickle says:
OPS: Open a tight-beam channel to the Typhoon.

TO_Lane says:
::continues to study the incoming information::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$::has her bridge crew made adjustments for the anomalies in the nebula::

OPS-Anari says:
:: Fingers fly over her console as a channel is opened to the Typhoon... ::   CO: Channel opened, sir

TO_Lane says:
CO: Still nothing unusual coming through from the shuttle.

Host CO_VanSickle says:
COMM: Typhoon: ADM: VanSickle to Adm. Taylor, do you read?

Host Ty_CO_Cpt_Johnson says:
%COM: Scorpius:  CO:  We Read, Captain.  This is looking like a bust, isn't it.

FCO_Vince says:
&<R_XO> FCO:  I don't like waiting, not knowing everything either, but it may be smart not to be hasty

OPS-Anari says:
:: Fine-tunes forward sensors for any unusual patterns across a wide spectrum ::

Host CO_VanSickle says:
COMM: Typhoon: Johnson: We're just getting here, captain, however, I have something to advise the admiral.  Is he available?

TO_Lane says:
::continues monitoring the sensor readings and tactical systems::

FCO_Vince says:
&R_XO:  I didn't know you were telepathic ::turns, surprised::

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_OPS: Are your sensors picking up anything out there?

FCO_Vince says:
&<R_XO> FCO:  I'm not, I'm just good at reading body language and expression

OPS-Anari says:
:: Notes a signal on her console... ::  CO: Captain!  Energy signatures at one-zero-one mark for and coming in fast!

Host Ty_CO_Cpt_Johnson says:
%COM: Scorpius: CO:  He is just arriving now, Captain.  ::steps out of view::

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#<Ts_OPS> CTO: No Sir, nothing except nebulae gases.  Continuing scans.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$A_CSO:  Full sensor sweeps.

FCO_Vince says:
&R_XO:  Good to know ::turns back to the viewscreen::

TO_Lane says:
::makes a few adjustments to the console and readies herself for possible action::

CNS_McDonald says:
:: picks up the incoming signatures :: and tries to ID them :: 

TO_Lane says:
CO: Confirmed sir.  ::tries to identify the energy signatures::

OPS-Anari says:
:: Looks over to Phil ::   Inn: Phil...take over main OPS from secondary OPS station

Host CO_VanSickle says:
COMM: Fleet: Everyone, scatter!

CEO_Bodine says:
CNS: You know I didn't burst my wife a message before we went on this mission she was supposed to rendezvous with us some time this week hope she doesn't worry.

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#<Ts_OPS> CTO: Wait....now picking up energy readings. 

OPS-Anari says:
<Inn>:: Nods his acknowledgement ::

Host ADM_Taylor says:
ACTION:  19 k-5 style older Klingon K'Tinga-class Cruisers drop cloaks...

OPS-Anari says:
:: Concentrates on navigation ::

Host CO_VanSickle says:
COMM: Fleet: Red alert!  All hands to battle stations!

Host ADM_Taylor says:
%::cuts comm and takes evasive maneuvers::

CNS_McDonald says:
*CO*: k5 style cruisers..

TO_Lane says:
CO: Captain, K'Tinga-class cruisers.  19 of them.

OPS-Anari says:
:: Feels her heart begin to race as she senses... ::

CEO_Bodine says:
CNS: Klingons Coursers!

FCO_Vince says:
&_Bridge:  Battle Stations!

CNS_McDonald says:
*CO* 19 of 'em!

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$<A_CTO> XO:  Sir, I'm picking up something ... 19 k5 K'Tinga cruisers ...

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#<Ts_OPS> CTO: I show 19 K-5 Klingon K’Tinga class cruisers decloaking, Sir.

TO_Lane says:
::brings the ship to red alert::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The K'Tinga's open fire...

CIV_Horn says:
@::Orders an evasive::

Host CO_VanSickle says:
COMM: Typhoon/Tsunami/Cyclone: Launch all fighters!

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$A_Bridge:  Red Alert!  Evasive maneuvers!

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_CTO: Shields at maximum, evasive maneuvers, return fire!

CIV_Horn says:
@::Orders the launch of the fighters::

OPS-Anari says:
:: Feels the ship rock as it is hit and enters evasive maneuvers ::

FCO_Vince says:
&R_FCO:  Evasive maneuvers!  Dive beneath them!

TO_Lane says:
::targets the incoming K’Tinga’s and returns their fire::

Host CO_VanSickle says:
OPS: Take evasive action!  TO: Fire at will!

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$A_CTO:  Brings the ship to Red Alert, bring all weapons on-line::

CNS_McDonald says:
CEO: get to engineering just in case. I'm heading for the bridge.

CIV_Horn says:
@::Orders the CTO to fire all weapons at the nearest enemy::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  Several of the ships are caught with disruptor fire and rocked hard...

FCO_Vince says:
&R_TO:  Fire on their weapons systems

OPS-Anari says:
:: Guides the Scorp to the starboard, rolling her gently, but quickly ::

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_CTO: Fire at any of those vessels that you can get a lock on.  Keep firing until told to disengage!

CNS_McDonald says:
:; stumbles :: 

FCO_Vince says:
&::holds onto his chair::

TO_Lane says:
::fires another spread of torpedoes and continues with phasers while torpedoes are reloaded::

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_FCO: Flight pattern omega.  Try to flank them to starboard.

CNS_McDonald says:
*CO* returning to the bridge and the CEO is going to engineering

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$::hangs on to her seat:: A_CTO:  Lock onto that lead ship and fire ... all torpedoes!

Host CO_VanSickle says:
*CNS*: Acknowledged!

OPS-Anari says:
:: Rolls in another direction dropping altitude at the same time ::

CEO_Bodine says:
*ENG Staff*: Prepare for an engagement secure the warp core!

FCO_Vince says:
&R_TO:  Fire at will!  No holds barred!

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  TO Lane's barrage disables a Klingon vessel...

CNS_McDonald says:
:: sprints out of stellar cartography and hits the TL running :: TL: Bridge 

OPS-Anari says:
<Inn>: Notes power fluctuations and reroutes power accordingly ::

TO_Lane says:
::bites her lower lip as she concentrates on targeting the incoming fighters weapons and propulsion systems::

CIV_Horn says:
@::Orders the FCO to bring them behind the Klingon ships::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$<A_CTO> ::targets the nearest Klingon vessel and fires a full spread of torpedoes::

CEO_Bodine says:
:: stays with the CNS ::

CNS_McDonald says:
CEO: hit engineering!.

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#<Ts_CTO: CTO: Sir, Shields down to 85 percent, firing all weapons on a continuous cycle.

FCO_Vince says:
&*R_CEO*:  Whatever you can do to hold this ship together, do it, but keep us tactically capable

CIV_Horn says:
@C_CTO: Keep firing everything we have.

OPS-Anari says:
:: Brings the Scorp about and heads towards the enemy vessel ::

CNS_McDonald says:
:: Arrives at the bridge :: and slides down into the XO's Chair :: 

CEO_Bodine says:
TL: Stop at engineering

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The USS Tripoli is hit hard amidships with torpedoes...

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_OPS: Power readings?>

OPS-Anari says:
<Inn>CO: Damage to the Tripoli, sir

TO_Lane says:
::targets another K'Tinga class ship as it moves in on the attack::

CEO_Bodine says:
<Computer> :: confirms orders and Turbolift stops at Main Engineering ::

Host CO_VanSickle says:
::looks at battle grid:: OPS: Head to the Tripoli for assistance!

CEO_Bodine says:
:: waves to the CNS :: try not to give me to much trouble up there sir . ::smiles::

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#<Ts_OPS> CTO: we have some power falloff in weapons control, but I am doing everything to compensate.

OPS-Anari says:
:: Rolls the Scorp to starboard heading to the Tripoli ::

FCO_Vince says:
&<R_FCO> ::passes underneath the bulk of the K'Tinga's and climbs up somewhat behind them::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$<A_FCO> ::brings the Antares around for another pass at the Klingon vessel she's attacking::

TO_Lane says:
::boosts power to shields as she targets the next ship::

CNS_McDonald says:
:: opens up the XO's console :: 

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The Tripoli lists to one side and begins venting plasma...

FCO_Vince says:
&<R_TO> ::Fire's a full spread at the closest K'Tinga::

OPS-Anari says:
<Inn>:: Fingers fly over secondary OPS as he continues to reroute power ::   CO: The Tripoli is venting plasma...

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#::sees that the Tsunami has outflanked at least 2 of the enemy vessels, and orders full weapons barrages at them::

TO_Lane says:
CO: Captain, the Tripoli has been hit hard, it's venting plasma

OPS-Anari says:
CO: We are nearing the Tripoli sir...

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  Four enemy vessels attempt to surround the Tripoli as her shields are battered down...

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_FCO: Bring us about, try to get some assistance to the Tripoli before it’s too late!

Host CO_VanSickle says:
*MO Sopok*: Prepare to receive any casualties from the Tripoli!  Inn: Prepare to beam casualties aboard.  TO/OPS: Try to draw fire from those four ships!

FCO_Vince says:
&<R_CSO> FCO:  The Tripoli is in trouble!

CIV_Horn says:
@C_FCO: Move to the Tripoli. C_CTO: Fire at the nearest ship to the Tripoli.

TO_Lane says:
::continues trying to batter down the incoming ships::

OPS-Anari says:
<Inn>: Sends information to emergency shutdown on decks 24-26 ::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The Tsunami destroys an enemy Vessel and heavily damages another...

TO_Lane says:
::targets the nearest ships attacking the Tripoli and fires::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$::sees four ships surrounding the Tripoli:: A_FCO:  Take us in ... take out one of those ships attacking the Tripoli::

OPS-Anari says:
:: Moves the Scorp closer to the Tripoli trying to draw fire ::

FCO_Vince says:
&R_FCO:  Move toward those four ships

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$A_CTO:  As soon as you have a lock, fire!

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_CTO: Good shooting!  now, let's see how many more we can take out of this game.

FCO_Vince says:
&R_TO:  Target the first one in range and fire when ready

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  the Cyclone comes under heavy fire from at least 5 sources...

OPS-Anari says:
<Inn>::  Locks on to as many as he can ::

CIV_Horn says:
@::Calls for fighters to move to protect::

OPS-Anari says:
TO: Can we extend shields to help protect the Tripoli?

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$<A_CTO>:  ::locks onto one of the ships and fires, point blank::

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_CTO: Lock onto ANY enemy vessel that you can, and continue firing all weapons!

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  Several fighters close in to protect, taking moderate losses...

CIV_Horn says:
@C_FCO: Evasive.

FCO_Vince says:
&::The Rigel makes a bee-line for the Tripoli's assailants::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The Tripoli has been boarded...

OPS-Anari says:
:: Rolls out from enemy fire as she brings the Scorp closer to the Tripoli ::

TO_Lane says:
::fires another barrage at the attacking fighters::  CO: We can try it, sir.

CNS_McDonald says:
CO: may I make a suggestion 

OPS-Anari says:
<INN>: CO: The Tripoli has been boarded, sir

Host CO_VanSickle says:
TO: Prepare an assault team!

Host CO_VanSickle says:
CNS: Yes?

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The Cyclone is hit hard amidships...

CNS_McDonald says:
CO: we might be advised to Bug out and regroup

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#::Notices a certain pattern emerging in the enemies attack patterns::

FCO_Vince says:
&<R_CSO> FCO:  The Tripoli has been boarded, Sir

Host CO_VanSickle says:
CNS: And leave the Tripoli?

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$::sees the Cyclone has been hit::

TO_Lane says:
::frowns as she tries to boost shields:: CO: Aye, sir.  *Jackson* Get an assault team ready, assemble in transporter room 1.

OPS-Anari says:
<INN>: The Cyclone is heavily damaged, sir

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_CTO: Keep the shields at maximum at mid ship, they seem to be concentrating fire at that point.

TO_Lane says:
<Jackson> *TO* Yes, Ma'am, I'm on it.

CNS_McDonald says:
CO: Negative.. if we can get a flying wedge between us pick her up with a tractor beam

OPS-Anari says:
:: Feels the heightened tensions and fears from the crew on the Tripoli ::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The Cyclone founders but maintains control, though her shields are weakening...

Host CO_VanSickle says:
COMM: Cyclone: Russ, can your ship still fly?

CIV_Horn says:
@*C_CEO*: I need more on the shields NOW!!!

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_CTO: Shield status?

FCO_Vince says:
&<R_TO>  ::Fires a full volley at one of the enemy ships around the Tripoli::

OPS-Anari says:
:: Rolls the Scorp again from enemy fire, bringing the Scorp back around and to the Tripoli ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$::also sees the pattern:: A_CTO:  They seem to be targeting amid-ships ... strengthen shields in that area and prepare to give the Cyclone assistance.

CIV_Horn says:
@COMM: Scorp: I still have helm.

TO_Lane says:
::continues fending off the incoming ships as she again pushes more power to shields:: CO: Sir, the Cyclone's shields are failing, Sir.

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#<Ts_CTO> CTO: Shields are holding at 85 percent, our weapons are still running strong.

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The Typhoon weaves in and out firing quantum torpedoes as her fighters launch aft towards the Tripoli

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$<A_CTO>: XO:  Sir, they seem to be ignoring us.

OPS-Anari says:
<Inn>:: Sees the evac of decks 24-26 complete and powers those decks to minimal, sending the extra power to Tactical ::  TO: Extra power to tactical, Ensign

Host CO_VanSickle says:
COMM: Cyclone: We're getting outta here.  COMM: Fleet: Retreat!  COMM: Antares: AQilla, tractor the Tripoli if you can.

OPS-Anari says:
:: Continues to evade enemy fire ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$A_CTO:  I noticed.

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_FCO: Follow the lead of the Scorpius.  retreat!

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  the Klingon Force is down to 11 Vessels that can still fly...

TO_Lane says:
::launches another volley of torpedoes, quickly followed by phasers at another incoming fighter:: Inn:  Acknowledged, Lt.

CIV_Horn says:
@C_FCO: You heard em, get us out of here.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$COMM: CO:  Sir, we are undamaged.  Preparing to take the Tripoli under tractor.

FCO_Vince says:
&R_FCO:  You heard the order.  Get us out of here

FCO_Vince says:
&R_TO:  Give cover fire so the rest can get away

OPS-Anari says:
:: Hears the CO and enters new coordinates taking the Scorp clear of the battle area ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$R_FCO:  Take us into tractoring position.  A_OPS:  As soon as we are in position lock a tractor beam on the Tripoli.

CIV_Horn says:
@C_CTO: Keep locked onto enemy ships until we are out of range and keep giving em hell.

Host ADM_Taylor says:
%COMM: ALL SHIPS:  Belay that order!  Stand your ground!!!!

Host CO_VanSickle says:
COMM: Typhoon: ADM: Sir!  We're taking a beating here!  We need to regroup!

OPS-Anari says:
:: Looks quickly to the CO ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$A_FCO/A_OPS:  Stand by!

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_FCO: Belay my previous order, you heard the Admiral!  Keep firing at those ships!

Host ADM_Taylor says:
ACTION:  The Tsunami is hit in the aft shield generator and her shields fail...

OPS-Anari says:
<Inn>: Monitoring power and re-routing as necessary ::

TO_Lane says:
::continues to work to keep shields at an acceptable level and fires on another ship.:: CO: The assault team is ready.

FCO_Vince says:
&::grinning::  &R_Bridge:  As the Admiral says, maintain tactical operations.  Be creative if you have to

CIV_Horn says:
@C_FCO: Bring us to bearing 4658 mark.

OPS-Anari says:
<Inn>: CO: Sir!  The Tsunami's aft shields have failed!

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#<Ts_CTO> CTO: Sir, our shields have taken a direct hit, our aft shields have failed!

TO_Lane says:
CO:  Tsunami has been hit their aft shields have failed.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$A_CTO:  Keep those shields up! A_FCO:  Bring us around.

FCO_Vince says:
&R_FCO:  Move us behind the Tsunami to give her a shield!

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#::Jumps to his feet::

OPS-Anari says:
:: Brings the Scorp back around and heads her towards the Tsunami ::

Host ADM_Taylor says:
%COM: Scorpius: CO:  Regroup or back down, Mister VanSickle?  I've seen worse.  Now pipe down and fight like a man.  ::cuts the connection::

TO_Lane says:
::targets another ship and fires a complete barrage::

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_FCO: Bring us about, hard and fast!  Keep our aft section away from those ships!

Host CO_VanSickle says:
COMM: Typhoon: We have one ship that's disabled, another that is badly damaged and a third that just lost aft shields.  We have to get out of here!

FCO_Vince says:
<&R_TO>  ;:  Still firing continuously::

CNS_McDonald says:
CO: is that Man NUTS! he's going to get us killed!

OPS-Anari says:
<Inn>:: Sending information out for emerg evac of decks 20-24::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$A_CTO ::targets another Klingon ship and opens fire::

Host ADM_Taylor says:
ACTION:  Enemy fire takes out the comm array of the Scorpius...

CIV_Horn says:
@C_CTO: As soon as our shields rub theirs fire a torpedo.

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#<Ts_FCO> ::Brings the Tsunami about, and keeps its tail section away from as many of the enemy vessels as possible::

OPS-Anari says:
<Inn>:: Notes comm array is down ::   CO: Communications are down sir

FCO_Vince says:
&R_TO:  Be careful not to burn out the phasers, but keep at it

Host CO_VanSickle says:
::hears a big explosion:: Inn: Great!

Host ADM_Taylor says:
ACTION:  Enemy ships now number 7, all damaged to some degree...

CNS_McDonald says:
CO: comm system has been disabled

OPS-Anari says:
:: Rolls the Scorpius clear of enemy fire bringing the Scorp closer to the Tsunami ::

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_CTO: Fire forward torpedoes and phasers at will, keep those ships on edge!

Host CO_VanSickle says:
*CEO*: Get someone on the comm repair!

TO_Lane says:
::tastes blood as she bites down harder on her lower lip... continues firing at the remaining enemy ships::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$<A_CTO>:  XO:  Sir, I'm now reading 7 enemy vessels, all with some damage.

FCO_Vince says:
&R_OPS:  Prepare a tractor beam

CEO_Bodine says:
:: heads over to the comm system relays and opens the panel ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$A_CTO:  Target the ship with the least damage and open fire.

CNS_McDonald says:
CO: what about doing a flying wedge with the ships we have.. take out as many as we can 

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_CEO: Get a damage repair crew on those aft shields YESTERDAY!

FCO_Vince says:
&R_OPS:  Lock onto the first possible enemy ship

CIV_Horn says:
@C_FCO: How long till we scrape their shields?

FCO_Vince says:
&R_FCO:  Once the tractor beam in established, set a collision course for the next enemy ship

OPS-Anari says:
:: Rolls the Scorpius again trying to stay clear of enemy fire ::

CEO_Bodine says:
Self: Dang the chips are overloaded :: goes to get new ones ::

Host ADM_Taylor says:
ACTION:  the enemy vessels begin to attempt escape further into the nebula...

CIV_Horn says:
@<C_FCO>:CIV: 5 seconds sir.

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#<Ts_CTO> ::Fires at will, targeting as many of the enemy vessels that he can lock onto::

FCO_Vince says:
&<R_OPS> ::attempting to lock on a tractor beam to a K'Tinga::

OPS-Anari says:
<Inn>: CO: Captain, enemy vessels retreating further into the nebula!

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$<A_CTO> XO:  Sir, the enemy ships are attempting to escape into the nebula.  Should we pursue?

Host CO_VanSickle says:
OPS: Hold position.

Host ADM_Taylor says:
ACTION:  the USS Sha'riar is rammed by an escaping vessel...both explode in brilliant array...

TO_Lane says:
::targets another ship as it passes, firing a full spread of torpedoes at their shield generators and propulsion systems::

OPS-Anari says:
<Inn>: CO: The Sha'riar is badly damaged!

Host CO_VanSickle says:
::sees the Sha'riar is destroyed:: Inn: Correction, destroyed, Inn.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
$<A_FCO>: Lay in a pursuit course but hold for now.

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#<TS_OPS> ::Voice quivering:: CTO: Sir, the Sha’riar has been....destroyed, sir.

CNS_McDonald says:
CO: what're your orders..

CIV_Horn says:
@C_CTO: Fire that torpedo. C_FCO: Get us away.

FCO_Vince says:
&<R_OPS> FCO:  Lock established!

Host ADM_Taylor says:
ACTION:  Backwash from the antimatter explosions catch the USS Rigel and Typhoon and knock their engines offline...

Host CO_VanSickle says:
*CEO*: John!  Time for the comm repairs?

FCO_Vince says:
&R_FCO:  Full impulse!

OPS-Anari says:
:: Brings the Scorp alongside the Tsunami ::

FCO_Vince says:
&<R_FCO>  ::engages collision course::

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_FCO: Do NOT let them get away, keep in pursuit!

TO_Lane says:
::has a sinking feeling as the Sha'riar explodes:: CO: The Rigel and Typhoon are dead in the water, their engines are offline.

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#Ts_CTO: Keep firing at those ships, the less that get away, the better.

Host ADM_Taylor says:
ACTION:  The Enemy vessels all cloak...

FCO_Vince says:
&R_OPS:  On my mark disengage the tractor beam  R_FCO:  One the same mark, veer off hard to starboard!

OPS-Anari says:
<INN> CO: Enemy vessels have gone to cloak

TO_Lane says:
::quickly targets another ship:: CO: They've all cloaked, Captain.

Ts_CTO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
#<Ts_OPS> CTO: Sir, enemy vessels have cloaked.  We have lost them.

Host CO_VanSickle says:
All: I wish we could signal the other ships to hold their ground, but we can't with our comm array destroyed.

CIV_Horn says:
@C_FCO: Full stop.

FCO_Vince says:
<&R_OPS> FCO:  The vessel has cloaked.  We've lost the tractor lock!

TO_Lane says:
::tries to target their ion trail::

OPS-Anari says:
CO:  We are alongside the Tsunami

FCO_Vince says:
&::slams his first into his console::  Intaqh!!

CEO_Bodine says:
:: installs new isolinear ships into the communications array ::

Host ADM_Taylor says:
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