Host Jafo says:
Star Trek: Titan  Week #2 Episode: "Contretemps"

Cast of Characters

Paul Ambrose as CO Captain Matthew Loran
Reuben Wilson as XO Commander Scott Madsen
Darlene Wise as CTO Lieutenant Commander Raine Benson & Ensign Jameson-NPC
Richard Robbins as OPS Commander James McDuggle
Theresa Wilson as CMO Ensign Catherine Madson
Martijn Bloemheuvel as FCO Ensign Patton Chottu
   Ryan Williams as TO Lieutenant Ryan Williams 

   Guest SM Bryan Paveza

Host Jafo says:
<<<<<<<<<< Resume Titan Mission Week #2 >>>>>>>>>>>

CTO_Benson says:
::Standing on the Bridge at the tactical station monitoring the long-range sensors::

OPS_McDuggle says:
::At OPS console going over reports::

Host CO_Loran says:
::Sits in his Ready Room going over what information has been received from Starfleet about the Cyanites::

CTO_Benson says:
::Wonders where that new tactical officer is that came aboard at the Bajoran Repair station::

FCO_Chottu says:
::On the Bridge at flight control::

XO_Madson says:
::Running through supply lists::

TO_Williams says:
::Enters the Bridge, adjusts his uniform and belted knife then walks towards the CTO: CTO: Ma'am, Lieutenant Williams reporting for duty, Sir!  ::Stands stiffly at attention::

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: Loran notes that there are several pages missing and the report is significantly incomplete.

CTO_Benson says:
::Turns to see the TO step out of the turbolift and approach the tactical station.  Slowly looks up and down at the new officer:: TO: Is that Starfleet regulation, Lieutenant?  ::Nods to the knife::

XO_Madson says:
*CMO*: Could you let me know what medical supplies we're low on?

TO_Williams says:
CTO: It was part of my equipment at the Academy and has saved my life on my previous ship on more then one occasion, Sir.  ::Nervously shifts still at attention::

CTO_Benson says:
::Nods to the TO:: TO: I see, well, as long as you are on this vessel under my command you will wear and equip yourself with regulation equipment only.  Understood, Lieutenant?

CMO_Madson says:
*XO*: Already have a list and I'm sending it now.

OPS_McDuggle says:
::Sees the distress signal getting stronger as the ship gets closer:: FCO: You need to adjust your heading to follow the distress signal.  ::Sends him the coordinates::

CMO_Madson says:
*XO*: Better not be going into another battle because I'll be using duct tape.

TO_Williams says:
CTO: Understood, Sir, but permission to speak freely?

CTO_Benson says:
::Looks to the command deck and hopes the CO and XO heard that.  Leans towards the TO and whispers:: TO: Strap it to your ankle under your uniform.  ::Winks::  Granted, Lieutenant.

XO_Madson says:
::Adds the list from Sickbay to his current report and then notices the new officer now on the Bridge::

TO_Williams says:
CTO: Nevermind, Sir, I rethought my statement, nevermind.  ::Shifts nervously::

XO_Madson says:
CTO: Unless you forget, my mom is a Betazed.  CTO/TO: But, I won't tell anyone.

TO_Williams says:
CTO: I will remove my knife at the nearest time available.  Do you have any orders or shall I go to my quarters?

CTO_Benson says:
TO: Very well, report to the XO and CO then proceed to the Armory and make sure they store all the new weapons inventory in the proper place.  We have about 70% more torpedoes than the normal inventory compliment.  Find a secure place to stow them.  Oh and Cargo Bay 2 is full.

OPS_McDuggle says:
FCO: Bring the ship to all stop.  *CO* Sir, we have reached the distress signal.

CTO_Benson says:
::Winks at the XO and smiles::

FCO_Chottu says:
OPS: Aye, Sir, all stop.

Host CO_Loran says:
*OPS*:  Understood.  

TO_Williams says:
::Shifts nervously, being on a new ship and trying to figure out the new crew:: CTO: Aye, Sir.

XO_Madson says:
::Stands up and turns to the new TO:: TO: Good to meet you.  I used to be the old CTO around here, so you are among friends here.

Host CO_Loran says:
::Gets up from his chair and walks onto the Bridge::

TO_Williams says:
XO: Thank you, Sir, I appreciate that.

CTO_Benson says:
::Looks at the TO standing nervously talking to the XO and smiles.  Looks back at the display monitor as they approach the coordinates.  Begins scanning the area::

FCO_Chottu says:
::Drops the Titan out of warp and stops forward momentum::

Host CO_Loran says:
OPS: Report?

XO_Madson says:
OPS: Uh, I didn't issue an all stop.  FCO: All stop.

OPS_McDuggle says:
CO: Sir, I have brought the ship to all stop so as not to over shoot the distress signal as it is quite strong here.

CTO_Benson says:
CO: Initial scans do not detect any vessels in the area.

FCO_Chottu says:
XO: Aye, Sir, all stop.

TO_Williams says:
::Stands by the Captains chair and waits until the Captain is less occupied:: CO: Lieutenant Ryan Williams reporting for duty, Sir.

Host CO_Loran says:
FCO: These are the exact coordinates that Starfleet sent us?

FCO_Chottu says:
::Checks the Titan’s current coordinates::

FCO_Chottu says:
CO: Aye, Sir, the coordinates match.

CTO_Benson says:
::Turns to McDuggle:: OPS: Are you picking up the distress signal on the COM channels?

CMO_Madson says:
::Walks to the turbolift and directs it to the Bridge:: Self: Nothing to do in Sickbay so I'll watch and see if this is yet another battle.

Host CO_Loran says:
::Hears a new voice behind him and turns around to see a new tactical officer standing near by::  TO: Welcome aboard, Lieutenant.  You will be in for an adventure of your life here on the Titan.

OPS_McDuggle says:
CTO: Yes but it is an unknown language.

TO_Williams says:
::Grins:: CO: I see that already.  Do you have any standing orders, Sir?

CTO_Benson says:
OPS: Unknown language?  Then how do we know for sure the signal you are receiving is in fact a distress call?

OPS_McDuggle says:
CTO: I am working on that now.

XO_Madson says:
::Holding a PADD waiting next to the Captain::

Host CO_Loran says:
TO: Check with Commander Benson.  I'm sure she has some new toys that need to be put away.

CTO_Benson says:
CO: I have already given him his orders, Sir.  ::Frowns at the new TO::

TO_Williams says:
::Looks around nervously:: CO/CTO: Yes, Sir.

CTO_Benson says:
OPS: Did you try running the signal through the Universal Translator?  The computer might be able to pick up enough of the language to translate at least part of the message.

TO_Williams says:
CTO: I will proceed to the Armory now, Ma’am.

CMO_Madson says:
::Enters the Bridge and sits at an empty chair::

CTO_Benson says:
TO: Acknowledged.  See Jameson in the Armory, he will bring you up to speed on the progress.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: An arcing current of electricity shoots out of the blackness of space.  It strikes the Titan's shields, passes through them and arcs across the hull of the Titan till it dissipates somewhere around the upper sensor pylon.

XO_Madson says:
CO: Sir, here is that report of further needs, including a need of more probes, medical supplies and other system needs.  ::Offers the Captain a PADD::

CTO_Benson says:
::Rocks slightly from the impact on the shields:: All: What was that???

CMO_Madson says:
~~~XO: What was that??~~~

TO_Williams says:
::Nods, heads for the turbolift when the ship rumbles:: Anyone: What was that?!

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The Executive Officer is so shocked by the current that he jerks his arm back, which causes the PADD to go flying out of his hand, and it sails through the air smacking the new TO in the forehead.

Host CO_Loran says:
::Takes the PADD from the XO as a bolt of electricity streaks through space towards the Titan::  CTO: Report, what was that?

CTO_Benson says:
CO: Checking now, Sir.

XO_Madson says:
~~~CMO: Not sure yet.~~~

OPS_McDuggle says:
::Grabs console and start checking sensors::

CTO_Benson says:
::Taps the console:: CO: Sensors reveal we were hit by a bolt of electrical energy, Sir.  No damage reported.

CMO_Madson says:
::Raises eyebrow and watches the TO closely for any goofy behavior::

Host CO_Loran says:
CTO: Where did it come from?

Host CO_Loran says:
OPS: What is the source of the distress signal?

OPS_McDuggle says:
CO: Sir, what ever it was it caused no damage.

TO_Williams says:
::Rubs his head:: CMO: Ow... I think I’m fine.  I’m going to head for the Armory before anything else happens.

CTO_Benson says:
CO: Lightening, Sir.  ::Sounds puzzled::  Still checking the origin.

OPS_McDuggle says:
CO: Still checking, Sir.

XO_Madson says:
TO: Well, with the luck so far are you sure you really want to go to the Armory?  ::Raises an eyebrow::

Host CO_Loran says:
FCO: Reverse thrusters back us away from these coordinates slowly. 

CMO_Madson says:
TO: Good idea and try not to run into any doors.

TO_Williams says:
XO: Hmm... actually the thought of weapons lying around me ready to explode... ::Shudders::  Um..nevermind.

XO_Madson says:
TO: Don't worry, I'm sure you'll be just fine.

CTO_Benson says:
CO: Sir, sensors indicate the origin on the lightening corresponds to the location of the distress signal.

TO_Williams says:
::Turns and enters the turbolift::  Armory.

FCO_Chottu says:
::Starts reverse thrusters:: CO: Aye, Sir, reverse thrusters.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The Titan backs away from the hole in space.

Host CO_Loran says:
XO: Take over the science station and get ready to use the science sensors at full power to see if it can pick up anything.

OPS_McDuggle says:
CO: Sir, all I am getting is a distress call directly ahead.

XO_Madson says:
CO: Understood.  ::Moves to the science sensors relieving that officer::

TO_Williams says:
::Exits the turbolift and walks a short distance then enters the Armory:: Jameson: Report!

Host CO_Loran says:
CTO: Transfer your partial control of the sensor pod over to science.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: Jameson is startled from his work cleaning a compression phaser rifle and the rifle discharges sending a shot sizzling past the TO's left ear.

CTO_Benson says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Taps the tactical console and transfers 50% of her sensors to science::

CTO_Benson says:
<Jameson> ::Looks on as the phaser blast shoots past the TO's ear:: TO: Oh my!  I'm so sorry, Sir!  ::Stressed out::

Host CO_Loran says:
XO: Initiate a full sensor scan of this area through science.

CTO_Benson says:
<Jameson> TO: Welcome aboard, Sir.  ::Sighs:: Well, I've managed to put all the weapons away except the ones in Cargo Bay 2, Sir.

OPS_McDuggle says:
XO: Was there any information about the language of Cyanites in the message you received?

TO_Williams says:
::Ryan sees the shot roll past him just after it hits wall,:: Jameson: I recommend you watch those weapons.  I can take one shot, but the next one will go on your record.

XO_Madson says:
CO: Understood.  ::Brings the sensor pod to full power and starts scanning::
OPS: Not exactly.  There was some information missing from it.
CO: Sir, I'm detecting unusual levels of parametric subspace field stress.

CTO_Benson says:
<Jameson> ::Eyes widen:: TO: Yes, Sir!  ::Puts the rifle back into the locker and shuts the door::

Host CO_Loran says:
XO: And where is this field stress?

TO_Williams says:
::Reminds himself of his knife then replicates a ankle strap and straps his knife under his pant leg:: Jameson: Report, I would like your status report now! ::Starting to get agitated::

XO_Madson says:
::Looking over the sensor reports::

CTO_Benson says:
<Jameson> ::Wonders if the TO is hard of hearing and repeats his report:: TO: Well, I've managed to put all the weapons away except the ones in Cargo Bay 2, Sir.

TO_Williams says:
Jameson: And why aren't the weapons in Cargo Bay 2 put away?

CTO_Benson says:
<Jameson> TO: There is no space left in the Armory to accommodate them, Sir.

XO_Madson says:
CO: It seems it is coming from source of that distress call.

OPS_McDuggle says:
::Checks the universal translator to see if there is any progress on the deciphering the language of the distress signal::

CTO_Benson says:
<Jameson> TO: Commander Benson had the crew construct torpedoes during the shoreleave and then the Rayburn showed up with a full load.  Now we have about 70% too many torpedoes, Sir.

Host CO_Loran says:
XO: How big is this field stress?

TO_Williams says:
Jameson: Can we shelve them away into Cargo bay 2?

XO_Madson says:
CO: I believe that it is around the size of a Mark IV torpedo, approximately of course.

OPS_McDuggle says:
::Sees that the translator needs more of the language to be of any use::

TO_Williams says:
::Brings Jameson closer:: Jameson: Ensign, I'm a little new on this ship, but I'm not new to the line of command, if you help me not look stupid, I'll help you not look stupid, okay? ::Pats the Ensign on his back::

CMO_Madson says:
Self: Oh, too many torpedoes and no medical supplies.

CTO_Benson says:
<Jameson> ::Raises an eyebrow at the new TO:: TO: Uh..yes, Sir.

TO_Williams says:
Jameson: Now, can we shelve the torpedoes into Cargo Bay 2 for the time being?

Host CO_Loran says:
FCO: Stop us right here, Mr. Chottu.

CTO_Benson says:
<Jameson>  TO: I have not yet had a chance to check out the cargo bay so I'm not sure there is still room in there.

Host CO_Loran says:
CTO: I believe in one of your reports that you said we have too many torpedoes on the Titan right now?

CTO_Benson says:
CO: Yes, Sir.  About 70% above normal inventory.

FCO_Chottu says:
::Halts the Titan again:: CO: Aye, Sir, all stop.

CTO_Benson says:
<Jameson> TO: We may have to transfer the cargo in the cargo bay to another cargo bay in order to install the shelving units to hold the additional torpedoes.

Host CO_Loran says:
CTO: See if you can get one of those torpedoes converted to a probe, since we seem to be out of them.

CTO_Benson says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  Only one, Sir?  What kind of configuration do you require?

TO_Williams says:
Jameson: Good idea, Ensign.  Let’s get on it.  Start transporting torpedoes into Cargo Bay 1 and start replication of stackable torpedo storage units. Understood?

Host CO_Loran says:
CTO: I only need one for now, but, you can try to see if those extra torpedoes can be use to replace our depleted probe supply.

OPS_McDuggle says:
::Overhears the CO:: CO: Sir, we have 10 probes on hand now.

TO_Williams says:
Jameson: I'm going to inform the CTO of the operation.. dismissed

CTO_Benson says:
<Jameson> TO: Aye, Sir.  ::Moves towards the Armory door then exits headed for Cargo Bay 2::

CTO_Benson says:
CO: Understood, Sir.  Is there a particular configuration you want for the probe?

Host CO_Loran says:
CTO: Well, it seems that we have a few probes already, so, just have the rest of our depleted stores refilled with the extra torpedoes.

TO_Williams says:
*CTO*: Ma'am, we are proceeding to move torpedoes from one cargo bay to another and to replicate stackable storage units to contain them for safekeeping.  Any status updates?

CTO_Benson says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

Host CO_Loran says:
CTO: I want it to be configured with the most powerful scientific sensors so we can study what might be on the other side of that field stress.

CTO_Benson says:
*TO*: Acknowledged.  Have Jameson convert ....umm...20 of the spare torpedoes into probes.  Two per classification should suffice.

XO_Madson says:
CO: Sir, the parametric field stress has shifted coordinates.

CTO_Benson says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

Host CO_Loran says:
XO: Don't tell me, it has moved towards us?

CTO_Benson says:
*TO*: And I want one, class 10 probe ready to launch ASAP.

XO_Madson says:
CO: You could say that.  It is now within the Titan's shields.

Host CO_Loran says:
FCO: Back us away from that field stress.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: In the armory, a spider crawls out of one of the torpedo cases and falls landing on the TO's shoulder and brushing his ear.

TO_Williams says:
*Jameson*: Convert 20 spare torpedoes into probes, 2 per class.  ::Feels something brush his ear::

CMO_Madson says:
~~~XO: What is a parametric stress field and how dangerous is it?~~~

XO_Madson says:
~~~CMO: I'm not sure~~~

TO_Williams says:
::Out loud:: Oh man!!  ::Brushes the spider to ground and smashes it under heel:: Self: Well, that takes care of that!

CTO_Benson says:
<Jameson> *TO*: Aye, Sir.  ::Thinks: Jameson do this, Jameson do that.  I only have two hands!  Throws his hands up as he enters the cargo bay::

OPS_McDuggle says:
::Rechecks sensor readings::

XO_Madson says:
CO: Captain, it is keeping course with the Titan.

TO_Williams says:
::Quickly prepares a class 10 probe for launch:: *CTO*: Ready for launch, Sir.

CTO_Benson says:
*TO*: Acknowledged.  CO: The probe is ready for launch, Sir.

FCO_Chottu says:
::Initiates reverse thrusters:: CO: Aye, Sir, backing away.

CMO_Madson says:
~~~XO: Scott, you're not sure about the dangerous part or what the field is?~~~

XO_Madson says:
CO: Sir the field stress is matching our moves.

Host CO_Loran says:
FCO: Full reverse impulse power.

Host CO_Loran says:
CTO: Target that field stress.  It will be a tight fit but I know you can put that probe through that field stress.

FCO_Chottu says:
::Sets impulse at full reverse:: CO: Aye, Sir.

XO_Madson says:
~~~CMO: Well, I was a tactical officer in Starfleet not a science officer!  Not exactly sure what to make out of this but, we'll figure it out.~~~

OPS_McDuggle says:
XO: Has it attached itself to our shields?

CTO_Benson says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Brings up the targeting scanner and locks onto the coordinates::  Firing probe.  ::Taps the console::

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: A second crackling of lightning shoots out from the void and arcs across the hull of the Titan.

CMO_Madson says:
~~~Scott: Well, why is this field following us?  I have a very bad feeling!!~~~

CTO_Benson says:
::Rocks slightly from the lightening impact on the hull::

OPS_McDuggle says:
::Grabs console again and checks for damage::

CTO_Benson says:
::Checks for damage::

TO_Williams says:
::Shakes as the ship rumbles and a phaser locker opens and a rifle falls out:: Himself: What’s happening?!  *CTO*: What’s happening, Ma’am?

Host CO_Loran says:
OPS: Any damage to the ship?

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: The blackness of space wavers and suddenly falls free to show a small, torpedo-shaped vessel, keeping course with the Titan. Several times it lets loose its lightning weapon crackling over the hull of the Titan.

XO_Madson says:
OPS: Not from what I can tell.
CO: Captain, I suggest opening a hailing frequency.  I wonder if this is a Cyanite vessel of some sort?

CTO_Benson says:
*TO*: Just a little lightening, Lieutenant, nothing to worry about.  ::Frowns::

CMO_Madson says:
Self:  Oh great, another hostile vessel??  Isn't anyone friendly in space?

OPS_McDuggle says:
CO: Nothing at the moment, Sir.

TO_Williams says:
::Picks up the rifle, puts it back into the locker and locks it shut:: Self: Shabby work.  *Jameson*: Report, Ensign, do you need assistance?

CTO_Benson says:
CO: Sir, vessel on sensors.

Host CO_Loran says:
XO: I want this entire area scanned for those field stresses.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: As the vessel sets up for another flash of lightning, but it fizzles out and suddenly the back end of the vessels emits flame and debris as en explosion rocks the small craft. This time, the Titan feels the blast and rocks ever so slightly.

XO_Madson says:
::Runs a scan in the entire area searching for the field stresses::

CTO_Benson says:
CO: The vessel is the source of the lightening strikes.  It appears it is a weapon of sorts.

OPS_McDuggle says:
::Readies hailing frequency::

CTO_Benson says:
CO: Explosion on the vessel, Sir.

Host CO_Loran says:
CTO: I don't know.  It is possible.

Host CO_Loran says:
OPS: Open hailing frequencies.

OPS_McDuggle says:
CO: Hailing frequencies opened.

Host Jafo says:
<<<<<<<<<<< Pause Titan Mission Week #2 >>>>>>>>>>>

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