Last week on the Tal-War:
The two Jordaïns arrive on Empok Nor in the mirror-mirror universe.  The older Jordaïn convinces the younger Jordaïn to give him a blood sample which will prevent  a disease from wiping the alternate universe’s El-Aurians out.

Cook and Llewellyn continue talking to Brack and Dreck, finding out that they need to know where the Captain went not only in time, but in space and dimension. It was discovered that the Tal-War Science department could help by turning over the logs and records to the TI investigators. The location was determined to be Empok Nor. The Tal-War is now enroute to the Bajroan system.

Present:
Ian as Host Quchant
Gunther as CO Capt. Jordaïn/Pilot Fred
Trish as XO Lieutenant Commander Llewellyn
Darren as TO Ensign Bost’k
Brett as TIC OPS Manager Commander Fox Lynam
Jane as CTO Tria Kyrron/FCO Joe
And
Brian (AKA Jafo) as OPS Lieutenant B’lee/ Federation Ambassador to Cardassia

Absent:
David as CNS Lieutenant Commander Cook
Heike as FCO Lieutenant Commander Shania
Steve as Lieutenant Commander CMO Brock
And
Kytra as MO Lieutenant JG Kedi

ACTD: U.S.S. Tal-War
NCC 80872

Host Quchant says:
<<<<<<<<<<<Begin Tal-War Mission 10303.22>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

XO_Llewellyn says:
::on the bridge in the center seat::

Host Quchant says:
ACTION: The Tal-War comes to a halt outside the Cardassian border

CTO_Kyrron says:
XO:  We're at the border.  Yellow alert?

ATO_Bost`k says:
:: At TAC2 watching for Cardies on LRS::

XO_Llewellyn says:
CTO: Any hostile forces out there that you can see?

CIV_Lynam says:
::In TIC::

CTO_Kyrron says:
::checks::

CTO_Kyrron says:
XO:  All clear for now.

XO_Llewellyn says:
::nods at the CTO, affirming those were indeed her orders:: CTO: Unless you recommend red.

XO_Llewellyn says:
OPS: How have you been doing on getting a hold of the federation ambassador?

CTO_Kyrron says:
XO:  Yellow should be fine.  Don't want to make the Cardassians too nervous.  ::grins::

CTO_Kyrron says:
ATO:  Initiate yellow alert.

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: aye sir :: sounds the yellow alert sirens::

CIV_Lynam says:
::Orders two Runabouts configured with torpedoes launched to provide support.::

XO_Llewellyn says:
::smiles:: CTO: Agreed. ::was her thinking exactly when she issued the orders::

CTO_Kyrron says:
ATO:  Keep a close look out for company.

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: will do.

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
@::Appears on the present universe Empok Nor, after having donated a blood sample and saying goodbye to his alternate self::

XO_Llewellyn says:
CTO: As Empok Nor is only a light year away, we should be able to detect the Captain's biosignature on the station.... do you read any?

CTO_Kyrron says:
XO:  I hadn't thought to check.  It's sort of like looking for a needle in a haystack at this distance.

CTO_Kyrron says:
ATO:  Any data on Empok Nor from long range sensors?

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: checking sir

XO_Llewellyn says:
::raises her eyebrow:: CTO: Um... our long range sensors can go up to 17 Light Years... the only get better as the object is nearer... :::turns back to OPS:: OPS: What about that ambassador?

CTO_Kyrron says:
::tries not to roll her eyes::  XO:  We are checking, Ma'am.

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: the captain is there sir

OPS_B`lee says:
::trying to contact the Federation Ambassador::

CTO_Kyrron says:
XO:  There he is.  I recommend we swoop in and recover him.

XO_Llewellyn says:
::smiles:: CTO: Excellent. *CIV*: Direct one of those runabouts to go and retrieve the Captain.

OPS_B`lee says:
XO: I've got the Ambassador on the com now Commander.

XO_Llewellyn says:
*CIV*: Hold one minute...

XO_Llewellyn says:
OPS: Put him on screen.

OPS_B`lee says:
::puts the Ambassador on screen::

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
@::Takes a look around as he turns on the wrist light:: Self: Great...

CIV_Lynam says:
::Readies the Search and Rescue Runabout for launch, insures there are ample supplies for several days as well as a medical tech on board.::

XO_Llewellyn says:
OPS: Secure that channel for me if you would.

OPS_B`lee says:
::secures the channel:: XO: Aye Commander.

XO_Llewellyn says:
COM: AMB: Greetings Ambassador. ::smiles pleasantly::  I was hoping to get permission from the Cardassian government to enter their space to retrieve a crew member. Can you assist me?

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: what will she do if they say no?

OPS_B`lee says:
%<AMB> COM: Tal-War: Of course Captain, I'll speak with the Cardassians immediately and contact you when I receive word.

CTO_Kyrron says:
ATO:  I have no idea, but I know what I would do.  ::grins wickedly::

XO_Llewellyn says:
COM: AMB: Very well then we will wait.

CTO_Kyrron says:
::looks over at the XO::

OPS_B`lee says:
::closes the channel and looks over at the CTO::

CTO_Kyrron says:
::looks over at OPS::

XO_Llewellyn says:
CTO: What's your plan if he says no.... ::smiles::

OPS_B`lee says:
::pretends like he wasn't looking at the CTO, but actually a point on the wall behind her::

CTO_Kyrron says:
::looks back at the XO::  XO:  Swoop in and scoop him.

OPS_B`lee says:
::mutters:: All: Leave it to a Zaldan to come up with a plan like that...

ATO_Bost`k says:
:: looks at console::

XO_Llewellyn says:
CTO: It was my thought to do that as well...

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
@::Decides to make for the station's OPS center and crawls out of the station's lower bays and up through JT::

CIV_Lynam says:
::Gets a cup of coffee and waits::

XO_Llewellyn says:
CTO: I was going to do that... until the ambassador called.

CTO_Kyrron says:
::nods and taps her commbadge::  *Engineering*:  What is the status of warp engines?

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: I would have suggested going in without asking the Cardies because if they say no now they'll know we're coming.

XO_Llewellyn says:
OPS: Do you have a better idea?

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
<Pilot_Fred> ::Walks into Lynam's office and stands at attention:: CIV: Sir!

OPS_B`lee says:
XO: Of course I do ... I'm just still developing it.

CIV_Lynam says:
Fred: What can I do for you?

CTO_Kyrron says:
::rolls her eyes some more::

CTO_Kyrron says:
::frowns as engineering reports back::

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
@::Pauses his climb for a second as he notices he still has seven decks to go:: Self: I really need to get a better workout program...

XO_Llewellyn says:
OPS: Well I am willing to hear it... when you come up with it

CTO_Kyrron says:
XO:  We can only do warp four.

ATO_Bost`k says:
:: waits::

CTO_Kyrron says:
XO:  It will take us three and a half days to get there.

XO_Llewellyn says:
CTO: Keep an eye out for Cardassian friends. ::nods:: But the Runnabouts can do 6.

CTO_Kyrron says:
::nods and considers the options::

XO_Llewellyn says:
::paces a bit:: Self: I hate waiting.... ::hopes the ambassador gives her the all clear soon::

OPS_B`lee says:
::sees his com panel light up:: XO: Incoming communiqué, Commander ... it's from the Ambassador.

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: shouldn't we contact the CO Sir?

XO_Llewellyn says:
::smiles:: OPS: Secure the channel and put it on screen.

XO_Llewellyn says:
COM: AMB: I hope you have good news for me.

OPS_B`lee says:
CTO: Can't our temporal buddies get us there faster? After all, it didn't take the old Jordaïn that long to get there.

OPS_B`lee says:
::puts it on screen, securely::

CTO_Kyrron says:
ATO:  If he's wearing a commbadge....

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
<Pilot_Fred> CIV: Sir, I have a question. The pilot group has been arguing about who has had the highest scores in the last simulated test. Since the computers have been scrambled by those aliens the records are irretrievable. Several of the younger hot-shots are claiming the high scores, much to the dislike of the veterans, sir. I wanted to rectify the situation before a brawl breaks out, sir!

CIV_Lynam says:
::Launches the S/R runabout.::

CTO_Kyrron says:
::looks at OPS and shudders::

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: has anyone tried yet sir?

CTO_Kyrron says:
OPS:  You want to try time travel?

OPS_B`lee says:
%<AMB> COM: Tal-War: Hello Commander ... I've spoken with the Cardassians and they've agree to allow you access to their space. Do you have any idea where you will be traveling?

OPS_B`lee says:
CTO: If it gets us there faster, yes.

CTO_Kyrron says:
::looks up at the view screen::  OPS:  Maybe we won't have to.

CIV_Lynam says:
Fred: Well Ensign, there is only one way to solve this then.  After the current situation is ended, we'll retest.

XO_Llewellyn says:
COM: AMB: Empok Nor. We'll be in and out as quick as possible.

CTO_Kyrron says:
::whispers::  ATO:  Suggest it to the XO once the Ambassador is off the line.

XO_Llewellyn says:
COM: AMB: Thank you. ::smiles:: I did not want to be the one to create a diplomatic incident by going into Cardassian space... with out permission.

OPS_B`lee says:
%<AMB> COM: Tal-War: I see ... well, they've agreed to alert vessels along your path to your presence, but they can not guarantee that word will be received by all vessels in time. I'm afraid they must insist that if you are engaged by Cardassian military forces that you do not return fire ... but rather immediately withdraw.

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: ok

CTO_Kyrron says:
::doesn't like the sound of that::

XO_Llewellyn says:
COM: AMB: I understand, Sir. ::not happy about that at all::

CTO_Kyrron says:
::whispers::  ATO:  It would be a shame if we accidentally fired back.

OPS_B`lee says:
%<AMB> COM: Tal-War: Very well ... good luck Commander. Cardassia Prime out.

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
<Pilot_Fred> ::Gets a twinkle in his eyes:: CIV: Thank you sir. I hope that settles the argument down there. Just thought you would be the best man to find a solution sir. ::still at attention, notably nervous as it's his first time in front of the boss::

CTO_Kyrron says:
::notifies TIC of the Cardassian's conditions in case they aren't monitoring the comm::

XO_Llewellyn says:
OPS: I want you to be ready... if we are confronted by Cardassian vessels... to send them a message, notifying them that we are on a peaceful mission and they should check with their high command.

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: that it would be sir  :: grins::

CIV_Lynam says:
Fred: No problem Ensign.  Dismissed.

OPS_B`lee says:
XO: Aye Commander... ::begins drafting the message::

CIV_Lynam says:
::A comm tech comes into the office and relays the ambassador's news.::

ATO_Bost`k says:
XO: sir, has anyone tried to contact the CO?

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
<Pilot_Fred> CIV: Sir yes sir! ::turns on his heel and marches out of the office::

CIV_Lynam says:
::Walks back out into TIC proper::

XO_Llewellyn says:
::turns to the CTO:: CTO: Commander I am not happy about this at all... but I suppose that is what I get for trying to be diplomatic... ::sighs::

CTO_Kyrron says:
::chuckles::

CIV_Lynam says:
*CTO*: What is the current status of the Tal-War?  Last I saw, we were in bad shape.

CTO_Kyrron says:
*CIV*:  We are capable of warp four only.

XO_Llewellyn says:
ATO: No... ::tilts her head in thought:: I don't think the combadges can go that far... how would he reach us? Through Empok Nor's com system?

CIV_Lynam says:
*CTO*: How about defense and offense?

ATO_Bost`k says:
XO: that is what I thought sir.

CTO_Kyrron says:
*CIV*:   We have full shields.  We'll check weapons.

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
@::Arrives on the station's upper deck and sits down on the floor, pretty exhausted from the multiple-deck climb::

CTO_Kyrron says:
ATO:  Report to Commander Lynam on our weapons status.

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: aye sir  :: checks weapons status::

CTO_Kyrron says:
XO:  It might be prudent to send a runabout or two on ahead.  We can use the Tal-War as a distraction.

XO_Llewellyn says:
ATO/OPS: Tell me what you think about this... can we use our comm system to get a hold of his combadge... and tell him to contact us through Empok Nor's comm? ::nods to the CTO:: CTO: Yes. Make it so.

OPS_B`lee says:
XO: If he still has his combadge then he could contact us back with it.

CTO_Kyrron says:
*CIV*:  We have Commander Llewellyn's permission to launch faster recovery vessels.

ATO_Bost`k says:
XO: I was thinking we could contact Empok Nor under the assumption that he would head for the OPS station there.

CIV_Lynam says:
*CTO*: Understood, however, in light of the Ambassador's message, I am considering options.

OPS_B`lee says:
XO: However, we're well beyond the range for his combadge.

XO_Llewellyn says:
::tilts her head again as she listens to B'lee:: OPS: That is what I thought.

CTO_Kyrron says:
*CIV*:  I'm sure Commander Llewellyn will appreciate any options we can offer.

ATO_Bost`k says:
*CIV*: sir, our weapons are more or less ok.

XO_Llewellyn says:
ALL/*CIV*: We should get going... now.

CIV_Lynam says:
*ATO*: More or less o.k.?  Is that how they teach you to report the status of ship's systems at the academy these days?

XO_Llewellyn says:
Duty FCO: Set a course for maximum warp for Empok Nor now. OPS/CTO: Full power to the shields.

CTO_Kyrron says:
<FCO_Joe>:  Course set for Empok Nor.  Engage?

CIV_Lynam says:
*XO*: I recommend we send one runabout.  Minimize the potential contact hazards with the Cardassians.

XO_Llewellyn says:
FCO Joe: Engage. *CIV*: Understood. Do so.

ATO_Bost`k says:
*CIV*: no sir, sorry sir. phasers and torps are operational although the phasers can only charge to about 80%

CIV_Lynam says:
*ATO*: Very well

CTO_Kyrron says:
<FCO_Joe>::engages warp engines::

CIV_Lynam says:
*XO*: Request permission to accompany the S/R runabout.

Host Quchant says:
<Computer> Bridge: Now entering Cardassian Space

CTO_Kyrron says:
::monitors short-range sensors::

CIV_Lynam says:
::Begins detailing instructions to Hicks and TIC::

OPS_B`lee says:
All: Keep your eyes peeled for spoonheads.

XO_Llewellyn says:
*CIV*: We just engaged warp... I don't think we can beam you over there now.

CTO_Kyrron says:
::chuckles::  OPS:  That's what we're doing.

CTO_Kyrron says:
<FCO_Joe>XO:  Warp one and climbing...

ATO_Bost`k says:
:: keeps an eye on LRS::

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
@::Gets up after having rested a bit, then heads over to a console to try and get some lights up::

CTO_Kyrron says:
<FCO_Joe>:  XO:  Warp two....

ATO_Bost`k says:
:: laughs at B`lee's comment::

XO_Llewellyn says:
OPS: B'lee... try reaching the Captain.

CTO_Kyrron says:
::closely monitors short-range sensors::  ATO:  Anything on long-range?

OPS_B`lee says:
*CO*: Captain Jordaïn, please respond...

CTO_Kyrron says:
<FCO_Joe>XO:  Warp three....

XO_Llewellyn says:
OPS: Tell him the minimum and maximum time we expect to get there and tell him to try to get a working comm unit to talk back to us.... if he can.

Host Quchant says:
<Computer> OPS: Captain Jordaïn's comm badge has been locked out of the security systems

OPS_B`lee says:
::raises an eyebrow:: Computer: on whose orders?

CTO_Kyrron says:
<FCO_Joe>:  XO:  Warp four.   That's the best we're gonna get.

XO_Llewellyn says:
::hears the announcement, is surprised::

Host Quchant says:
<Computer> OPS: Commander Llewellyn

CTO_Kyrron says:
XO:  Perhaps when we changed the command codes?

OPS_B`lee says:
::looks at the XO critically:: XO: Why'd yah do that, Commander?

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: no Cardies out there sir

XO_Llewellyn says:
FCO:  I know... Thank you , Joe. ::hears the second announcement:: All: What?

CTO_Kyrron says:
ATO:  Good news.  Keep an eye out.

XO_Llewellyn says:
CTO: I....? when...? ::pauses:: When would such an occurrence happen? When I was forced to take command?

CTO_Kyrron says:
::shakes her head::  XO:  I'm not entirely sure, but when we changed the command codes it might have automatically locked him out.

OPS_B`lee says:
::groans:: XO: Shall I try contacting Empok Nor then?

CTO_Kyrron says:
<FCO_Joe>:  ::happy to be going somewhere, anywhere...::

XO_Llewellyn says:
::sighs:: OPS: Yes.

XO_Llewellyn says:
CTO: Tell me what we can do to undo that.

ATO_Bost`k says:
:: keeps checking LRS half hoping a Cardie does appear::

CTO_Kyrron says:
::hates messing around with the security protocols::  XO:  Give me  moment.  ::checks the protocols::

XO_Llewellyn says:
:senses some frustration and concern from the CTO:: CTO: I understand. : 

CTO_Kyrron says:
XO:  You should be able to reinstate the Captain's comm badge by ordering the computer to do so with your command codes.

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
@::Finds out that the emergency generators are still in good order and brings on the lights of the OPS deck:: Self: Yes

OPS_B`lee says:
%COM: Empok Nor: This is the USS Tal-War calling anyone aboard Empok Nor, please respond.

XO_Llewellyn says:
::nods:: Computer: Reinstate Jordaïn's combadge. Authorization: Llewellyn Alpha Three.

Host Quchant says:
<computer> XO: Authorization confirmed

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: Empok Nor has just powered up sir

OPS_B`lee says:
::is surprised by that:: All: They're turning the lights on for us...

CTO_Kyrron says:
ATO:  Any other life forms on the station, outside of the Captain?

XO_Llewellyn says:
ALL: Maybe Jordaïn is trying to reach us.

XO_Llewellyn says:
OPS: Alright, try raising the Captain again.

OPS_B`lee says:
::growls and switches back to the combadge frequencies:: *CO*: Captain, this is B'lee ... can you hear me?

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
@::Heard a crack coming from the comms console, indicating it's not functioning properly. Heads over::

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: well, when I say powered up I mean emergency power. No, there is nobody else on Empok Nor.

OPS_B`lee says:
ATO: What happened to the old Jordaïn?

XO_Llewellyn says:
::senses his frustration, looks at B'lee apologetically::

CTO_Kyrron says:
::nods and smiles::  XO:  Sounds like the Captain is looking after himself.

ATO_Bost`k says:
OPS: probably croaked it

XO_Llewellyn says:
::nods at the CTO::

Host Quchant says:
ACTION: The Captain's comm badge bursts into static causing him to jump and hit his head

Host Quchant says:
ACTION....knocking him out

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: err.. the CO's vital signs have just weakened

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
@Self: Oomph! ::Drops to the floor::

OPS_B`lee says:
::hears a thud from the other end of the com and looks up::

CTO_Kyrron says:
::looks at the ATO in surprise::

Host Quchant says:
ACTION: The CO comes around....looking dizzy

CTO_Kyrron says:
ATO:  That can't be a good thing.

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: they've just gotten stronger again

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
@::Shakes his head as he comes by:: Self: What the... ::holds head::

XO_Llewellyn says:
::furrows her brow::

CTO_Kyrron says:
ATO:  Maybe he swallowed his commbadge?

XO_Llewellyn says:
All: Let's just wait and see if the Captain contacts us...

ATO_Bost`k says:
:: laughs::

Host Quchant says:
ACTION: Comm signal still open....staticy still....but every other word or so can be heard

OPS_B`lee says:
*CO*: Captain, this is B'lee ... can you hear me?

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
@::Hears B’lee coming through in bits and pieces, then tries to answer:: *OPS* B’lee? Can't hear you too well... aww my head. ::trying to get up::

OPS_B`lee says:
XO: I've got him, Commander...

XO_Llewellyn says:
::smiles:: OPS: Good. *CO*: It's good to hear your voice.... we are coming to get you...

CTO_Kyrron says:
ATO:  Can you pick up the runabout?  Still on course?

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: yes sir it's still on course

CTO_Kyrron says:
::nods::  ATO:  Any Cardassian ships heading towards it?

ATO_Bost`k says:
CTO: still none on LRS

XO_Llewellyn says:
*CO*: We've got a runabout coming in after you and we're following as fast as we can behind it.

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
@::Breathes a sigh of relief as he heard nothing but '..are... oming to ge..you':: *XO* Thank you commander, I won't be going away.

CTO_Kyrron says:
ATO:  Good.

XO_Llewellyn says:
*CO*: You might have to hold out a few days... try to find what food and shelter you can... the runabout could be there in as little as 22 hours... we won't be that way until 3 - 4 days.... barring any hostile forces that my approach us.

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
@::Heard that last comm more clearly:: XO: I'll manage, commander. I don't know how you did it, but I appreciate your swift success in locating me...

XO_Llewellyn says:
*CO*: Conserve your power and your strength... we'll be there as soon as possible... Llewellyn out.

OPS_B`lee says:
::thinking:: XO: Commander, I have a concern ... if we detected Empok Nor powering up, so might have other vessels. They may be heading that way to investigate.

CTO_Kyrron says:
<FCO_Joe>::begging engineering to find him a little more speed::

ATO_Bost`k says:
:: loads up minesweeper in the corner of the screen on TAC2 and plays while half watching the LRS::

XO_Llewellyn says:
OPS: Unfortunate but true.... we'll  have to take that chance.

Host CO_Jordaïn says:
@::Sits down in one of the dust-covered seats and breathes a sigh of relief:: Self: You know, I could sleep right here for days...

Host Quchant says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<End Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Tal-War Mission Summary:
The Tal-War arrives at the border of Cardassian space. Llewellyn considers the option of sending in a runabout to get Jordaïn, treaty be damned, when the Federation Ambassador to Cardassia finally calls back. He informs her that the Tal-War has permission to enter Cardassian space, and the High Command has alerted all ships in the area to their presence. 

But he warns her not all ships may have received the message. He gives orders that if the Tal-War is engaged by Cardassian Military forces, they are not to attack, but to withdraw. Llewellyn sends a runabout ahead because it can reach the Captain much faster as the Tal-War’s present warp capable speed is only Warp 4, while the runabouts can go 6.  Cautiously, the Tal-War enters Cardassian space.

In the meanwhile, Jordaïn appears on Empok Nor and gets the station onto emergency power. The Tal-War makes contact and informs him of their plans to rescue him. A grateful Jordaïn says he’ll be waiting.