Summary: The crew of the Triton is hovering along the neutral zone with one of their own hanging out in the breeze in a very itty bitty ship that looks even smaller compared to the very large empty space of the Neutral Zone...
To make matters worse there are heartbreaking pleas for help from the planet that they must ignore and a Romulan knocking at their door.  Things are starting to get interesting…but just how interesting?
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XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@::In the Oracle and continues to run scans of the planet from just outside the Neutral Zone close to the border.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::at her station on the bridge::

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
::logging out of her console and standing stiffly:: CO: If it's all right with you I need to touch base with Sick Bay. I'll come back up to help in a few minutes.

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
::at the helm::
 
CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
:: on the bridge :: *XO*: Status commander

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: sitting at operations just listening ::

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
::at his station, readying his station to receive all the telemetry from the Oracle::
 
ACTION: The Triton is hailed again from the Romulans

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@*CO*:  I'm just outside the Neutral Zone and taking scans of the planet and surrounding area.  I need some time, Captain.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
*XO*: We will do what we can

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: listens intently :: CO: Captain, the Romulans are hailing us.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
OPS: Put in through

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
::waits quietly and patiently to be acknowledged by the CO::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: recommend going to red alert

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
*Stellar Cartography*: Y'all will receive the raw data, filter them with your best algorithms and then send the data back here

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: taps the console :: CO: On speakers sir.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CO: I agree sir with the CTO.

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
::begins to try to track the transmission::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
CTO/CEO: Negative hold yellow alert

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Maintaining her control even in this tense situation::

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@Self:  I may need to make a hasty retreat back to the Triton.  Let's hope this ship's navigational sensors are in check.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
COM: Romulans: This is Captain K`Vas of the USS Triton what is the nature of this communication?

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CO: Understood sir.  ::shoots a look at Toir almost as if to say watch your screens::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
::nods to the CEO::

R`vok says:
#COM: CO:  What are you doing here, Federation?

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
*XO*: Ma'am may I suggest you narrow your subspace transmission and use short data bursts, this way it will be harder for the Romulans to triangulate on you.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
COM: R'vok: Routine patrol, nothing of concern to you.

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
::decides the CO is busy and simply turns and walks to the TL:: TL: Sick Bay

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: Sir, they are in fact on there side of the neutral zone

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: smiles at the FCO :: FCO: Wonder what they want?

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@*CSO*:  Good idea, Ensign.  Altering to narrow subspace transmission and using shorter bursts.  You do know that will make the task a bit longer though.

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@:: Alters scans accordingly.::

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
::once the TL doors close securely and she is on her way to Sick Bay, she punches the wall of the TL very hard::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
::monitoring the movements of the Romulans::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CTO: But in this respect, I have to agree witht he captain.  Why take a provocative stance while they are still on their side.

R`vok says:
#COM:CO: Our sensors are picking up that you have entered the Neutral Zone with a scout ship.  Not a typical routine patrol for the Federation ::the last is said sneeringly::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
CTO: The proper place for them then.

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
*XO*: Your decision, but better not take any risks anyway. Besides this scientific equipment is so old it will take time to analyze the data you send anyway.
 
CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
::follows up punch with a kick::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: If the cross, we will know, then we can show them were there place really is

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@*CSO*:  I'm downloading the data at a much higher rate to the Oracle.  The transmission to the Triton is the only thing affected.  Once I have a complete scan of what I need, I will return to Triton and the balance of the data can be downloaded.
 
FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
OPS: No idea.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CTO: Only if the captain commands it.  Now is the time to wait and watch and not act.

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
::hearing the Romulans, I get a sensors lock on the shuttle to make sure it hasn't crossed over::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
COM: R'vok: Our sensors have detected no such data.  The scout is to assure that the Neutral Zone boundaries are remaining in tact.  Perhaps your sensors need recalibrating.

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
::walks calmly out of the TL as the door opens and enters Sick Bay::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: reaches over and whispers :: FCO: I think there's something fishy going on here.

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
*XO*: And you better hurry, it seems that the Romulans saw you Ma'am.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CTO: Battle will come when it is dictated by their movements into Federation space or they intervene in the affairs of the planet.

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
OPS: I wasn't aware she crossed over.

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@*CSO*:  I'm on our side of the border.  I just need a little more time.  I've almost got it.
 
ACTION: Warning sirens blast throughout the Oracle as the ship drifts into the Neutral Zone

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CEO: I understand the protocols, you don't have to remind me of my dutys

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::texts to Toir's console:: CTO: A fool runs into battle without the proper tools.  Only a wise man goes into battle with patience and the right tools.

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
FCO: Must be a glitch somewhere.

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@::Attempts to navigate the ship back onto their side of the border.::

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
OPS: Check it out.

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
::alarms go off on his console::  CO: The XO just crossed into the nuetel zone

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
@*XO*: I see that. Good luck!

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
:: looking back at the CTO with a smirk:: CTO: It must be that navigation glitch again

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::closes eyes:: Self: Bloody targ!!!

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@*CO*:  Captain, your Oracle could use some work on the navigational systems, and if I can't get her back on the right side of the border, she may need a little more than that.

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: watches the monitor and gulps :: FCO: I think the Commander is about to get herself in some trouble. Check that reading.

R`vok says:
#COM:CO: And what do you call that?  Our sensors are fine Federation, it is yours that need fixing.  This is a breach of the neutral zone. ::the communication channel shuts down abruptly::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: The Romulans will retaliate she must come back now

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*Engineering*: Saunders get them moving to damage control stations now.  Utilize the extra teams as ordered.

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
::tenses::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CO: Sir your orders?

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
All: Battle stations

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*Engineering*: Battle Alert Red One!

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: turns and gives the Captain the "cut the comm" signal ::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
::starts red alert and brings all weapons online and ready::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
*XO*: Commander evacuate the area maximum speed the Romulans have detected you

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
MO_Ens_Payne: Ensign, make sure we have treatments for all varieties of radiation, especially those that are associated with Romulan disruptors and our own power conduits

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@::Turns off the alarm that is blasting in her ear.  Finishes up the scans, and begins to head back to the Triton.::  *CSO*:  I think I got it!  I'm out of here!

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
FCO: Prepare for evasive maneuvers

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*Engineering*: Saunders: Get moving down there.  All fusion reactors online and hot standby for all systems

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: I suggest moving in closer to get her sooner

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
::ready's himself:: CO: Yes sir.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
CTO: Shields to maximum all weapons ready

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CO: Tractor beam is ready sir if needed.

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
*XO*: Hurry up Commander, things are starting to get hot up here.

MO_Wns_Payne says:
CMO: Yes ma'am

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
OPS: Bring power levels up to battle ready
 
CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CTO: You have all the power you need and the reserves are in standby mode.

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@::Just before engaging maximum speed, she looks at sensors.::  *CO*:  Captain, I'm picking up a strange reading on sensors around the planet, but it was just for a second.  It's gone now.

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: weapons ready shields to full

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CEO: thank you Cmdr

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: sighs and brings up the power levels to battle ready :: CO: Aye sir, battle ready.

Saunders says:
*CEO*: Sir Battle Station Alert One achieved sir. We are set down here.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
*XO*: Likely a cloaked vessel, get out of the area

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
::hears the Red Alert:: Medical staff: Everyone else get this place ready for casualties on the double.

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
::wonders of what use he may be during a battle, but tries to look busy. CO: I have some data on the planet, but I guess they are moot at the moment.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
FCO: Put the Triton between the planet and the Oracle...standby for battle

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: I have lost the Romulan ship, seems they have cloaked

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
::executes the order::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: and last readings has it as a Romulan Warbird

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@::Raises shields on the Oracle, and runs another scan.::  *CO*:  I'm not able to get a better reading.  I'm returning to the Triton.  ::Engages maximum speed.::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
CTO: Watch our stern, if she is cloaked they will begin their run from our aft section

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
CO: All power levels to maximum and holding steady.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CO: Sir Engineering is ready.  All fusion reactors online and allocated to all necessary area.  All damage parties have already been sent and all backups are already on station.  All emergency force fields online and ready for hull breaches.
 
ACTION: Suddenly a large Warbird decloaks just behind the Oracle and starts to fire at it, knocking the little ship and it's occupant around.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CTO: Add Neutrino scans to your Tachyon sweeps.

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
:: walks around Sick Bay in a quick and precise manner assisting her team::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
OPS: Understood, move nonessential personnel to the hardened areas of the ship

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
::readies for warp:: CO: Engaging warp drive. ::engages::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: The shuttle has been fired on Warbird behind it::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:; nods:: CO: Yes Captain.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::monitors the power grids::

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@::Grabs the console.:: *CO*:  Captain, I am under attack.  ::I am forwarding the information on the scans .. just in case.  Initiating evasive maneuvers.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CO: I can extend shields around her when in range.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
CTO: They have just fired on a Federation vessel, you have your target commander...FIRE

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
*CO*: Sick Bay is ready for casualties sir.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::hands flying across her console::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
::firing all phasers::

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@::Begins to initiate evasive maneuvers on the Oracle.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
* Engineering *: Saunders ready shields for extension around incoming ship but on my orders only.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
FCO: Close weapons range on that warbird

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: we've got to get closer fast

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
*Ship wide*: All non essential personnel and civilians to the shelters. Repeating, all personnel to the shelters immediately.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CO: Ready for shields to be extended sir on your orders only.

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
::maxes out the warp drive::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: No effect at this range
 
ACTION: The Oracle is rock hard again as the Warbird fires at it....almost as if it is toying with it.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
FCO: Watch the temp on the engines.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
OPS: Divert power from life support and replicators in non essential areas to propulsion and structural integrity

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
::continues to push the warp drive::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
OPS: All auxiliary and reserves at your disposal.

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@*Triton*:  This is Commander Sommers.  Shields down to 45% and falling.  ::Diverts power from secondary systems to shields.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::watches the temp on the warp drive as the FCO pushes the drive hard::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
CO: Diverting power to propulsion and structural integrity.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
*XO*: Understood we are closing range, evade the best you can commander
 
ACTION: the Oracle's power is knocked off line as the Warbird fires on it again.  the little ship goes dark and starts to tumble through space.  The Warbird cloaks  just as the Triton comes within weapons range.

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
CEO: Acknowledged.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*Engineering*: Open the magnetic constrictors for full plasma flow to engines just watch they don't freeze open.

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
::got the Warbird locked and ready ever so ready to fire as soon as in range::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: The Warbird cloaked, i lost it

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
:: sees the Warbird cloak :: Aloud: QI'yaH

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
::drops out of warp and begins following after the Oracle::

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
::looks at the scene on the bridge disoriented and a tad confused::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Aloud: Heu'teguh p'tak.

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
::slams his fist on the console and utters a Klingon curse::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
CSO: Direction the Oracle is drifting?

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@::Attempts to compensate for the power loss through secondary systems, but fails.::  Self:  Great!  I'm dead in the water, so to speak!

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::slams both fists on console::

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@Out loud:  Okay, where's a good tractor beam when you need one?

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
::looks at its sensors and sends the data to every other console:: CO: I just put it on the tactical map captain.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CO: Tractors are within range sir.

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
OPS: Initiate tractor beam.

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
CO: Sir, we can lock on with a tractor beam and I can transport the Commander aboard.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
OPS: Belay that order

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: looks at Salan for a moment ::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::shakes head at the FCO:: Self: Not smart.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
FCO: Bring us about facing the Warbirds last position
 
FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
::tenses up a bit and does as ordered::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
::runs full scanners trying to locate the Warbird::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: sets the coordinates just the same and stands by ::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
OPS/CEO: Only drop minimal amount of shield grids to activate tractor beam and transporter

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
CO: It's strange, the Bird of Prey could have destroyed the Oracle with a spit, instead they did not. I wonder why.

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
CO: Yes Sir.
 
CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CO: Understood sir.  ::hands flying across the board again dancing as if to a musical::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
CSO: Bait.  They want the Triton in the neutral zone for a prize to destroy.

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: looks at the CEO :: CEO: Here we go.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CO: Ready here sir.  OPS: You ready as well.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
CEO/OPS: Proceed

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: That’s a prize they will not get I promise you that

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::drops power just enough for the tractor to grab the Oracle::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
CTO: Ready to drop shields?
 
CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
OPS: you have control

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
CO: True, but if you don't mind I would double check the scan we got from the bird of prey.

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
::waits impatiently::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: nods ::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
::ready to act if the Warbird shows::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
OPS: Ready here.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::hands poised::

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@::Waits to be rescued.::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
FCO: Once we have the commander and the Oracle back us away from the neutral zone, lets get some distance to work with

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
::almost growling:: CO: Ready for evasive.

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: drops the shield strength just enough to allow a tractor beam and simultaneous transporter beam :: CO: Initiating now.

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
CO: Yes sir.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::hands make the necessary adjustments as the  XO is retrieved and the Oracle is brought home::
 
ACTION: The tractor beam holds true and the Oracle is locked on.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CO: Got her sir.

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
@::Feels the tractor beam grabbing the Oracle.::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
CO: Tractor beam engaged.

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: and all is clear for now

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CTO: Any neutrinos around?

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
FCO: Let's move lieutenant

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
CO: Transporters are locked on to the Commander's biosigns.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
FCO: Power for warp is there .

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
::begins backing away from the Neutral Zone::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CEO: nothing

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
OPS: Proceed
 
CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CTO: Keep an eye out for them.
 
ACTION: The XO is beamed aboard and appears in TR1 as the Oracle is brought back into the shuttle bay.

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
CO: Transport complete sir. We have her.
 
CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
::looks at the data that seem to indicate the bird of prey is in perfect good order, and shrugs::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: shields back to 100%

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
CO: Oracle is in shuttle bay

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
All: Well done

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*Engineering*: Saunders get a team to shuttle bay one and get the repairs started on the Oracle now not yesterday.

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Rematerializes in TR1.  Brushes her uniform off.::  *CO*:  Sommers to Captain, I'm on my way to the bridge.  There's some interesting data on scanners that you may want to have the CSO review.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::raises an eyebrow::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
All: Remain at battle stations, bring us right to the last inch up against the neutral zone.  Let us try fishing for a Warbird...Klingon style

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: hears a beep from her console :: CO: Sir, we are being hailed....from the planet this time.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::smiles:: CO: I hear that sir.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
CSO: Analyze the data collected immediately from the Oracle

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
::does as ordered::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: now sounds like a plan

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Exits the TR and heads to the nearest Turbolift.  Enters the Turbolift and orders it to the bridge.::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
*XO*: Commander have the doctor look you over

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
::nods and goes to work starting to analyze all data for unusual facts::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
OPS: Put it through

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: taps the console :: CO: On speakers sir.

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
*CO*:  I'm fine, Captain, but I will comply.  ::Reorders the TL to Sickbay.::

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
::keeps four windows open at the same time to go faster::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
OPS: On screen

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Waits for the TL to come to a complete stop, and then exits and walks down the corridor to sickbay.::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: opens the view screen viewer :: CO: On screen sir.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
COM: Planet: This is Captain K`Vas...

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
::sitting on a biobed waiting for any casualties::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: looks up at the screen :: Self: Hmm.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::hardens her mind and shows no emotion at all::

Unknown Female says:
::The screen is full of static:: COM: Triton: Hel....are....there..?  They.....massive destruc....we need......all dead.....someone.....

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Approaches sickbay, and enters, looking for the doctor.  Notices the CMO sitting on a biobed.::  CMO:  Are you ill?  Perhaps I should come back?

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
OPS: Boost their signal see if you can clear it up

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
CO: I'll try and clear that up sir.

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
XO: I'm fine Commander, it seems to be hurry up and wait for the Medical team on this ship

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
::jumps up and motions the XO to take her place on the biobed::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: boosts the gain :: CO: Trying again sir.
 
ACTION: the image comes a little clearer but not enough t fully make out details.  A figure of a female humanoid can be seen and what appears to be fire glowing behind her::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
CO: Sorry sir, they're barely able to transmit.

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Smiles at her.::  CMO:  Maybe you should accompany me to the bridge until we actually 'get' casualties.  ::Winks at her and hops up on the biobed.::  Captain wants me checked out, but I am fine.  I just came cause he ordered me here.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
COM: Female: Has the civil uprising escalated

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
::tries not to let the noise on the bridge distract him::

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
::runs a medical tricorder over the XO:: XO: It's all right ma'am. I needed a moment away from the Bridge anyway.

Unknown Female says:
%COM: Triton: Hello?  I can't hear you.... we need help!  They are...<static>....dying.....<static> Hello?  Is anyone there?....

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Feels a tickle as the tricorder runs over her.::  CMO:  That tickles.  How are you doing?  Are you adjusting since .. well since Rico left?

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: makes sure that all this is being recorded for playback ::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
CSO: Has the data revealed anything, I need answers ensign

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
OPS: Boost our transmit power, I don't care if they hear us on Romulus
 
CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
XO: I'd adjust better if a good deal of the Senior Staff could learn to keep their mouths shut :: slightly angrily::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::hands dance over the console to attempt to give the communications array a better signal::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
OPS: Try that now.  I just boosted it to its maximum band with.

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
CO: Pushing it sir....dang....just lost the transmission sir.

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
CMO:  Want to tell me what happened?  You know, you can always come to me if there are problems.

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
CO: I understand sir, but you should really ask for better equipment here. So far I am picking up weapons fire and snippets of transmissions from the planet to an unknown point in space.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::grimaces at the CSO's words about better equipment here::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
CSO: I will note our request for equipment to Starfleet :: growls :: Then concentrate on that point in space

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
XO: Well frankly it's the open and encouraged display of prejudice on the Bridge that bothers me. I assumed the Federation was beyond that.

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
CO: Trying to get her back sir.

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: her fingers fly over the console controls ::

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
CMO:  Lieutenant, I'd like to know who has been making prejudicial comments, because that is not and will not be tolerated on this ship.

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
CO: Aye sir. As far as the computer extrapolated so far it is somewhere towards the Romulans side of the neutral zone. I am trying to pinpoint more precisely, but the computer is still working on it.

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
::hears the CSO comment to the CO and narrows his targeting sensors to search out the planet orbit seeing if anything might be orbiting the planet::

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
OPS: I need to know who or what is killing these people, if they are killing each other so be it...if its the Romulans then we will intercede

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
CMO:  I assure you, Latta, I will address this with whoever has made any comments to or around you.

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: listens carefully to something on the comm. :: CO: Captain, I've just picked up another transmission. Romulan sir, from within the neutral zone.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
OPS: On screen

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
CMO:  For now, we are at battle stations, and as much as I would like to have this conversation and take care of it, I'm going to have to ask that you put your feelings aside, unfortunately, .. for now that is.  But I promise you, I will deal with this.

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: i am getting something on my scanners not sure what it is

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
CMO:  Will I live, doctor?  ::Senses the doctor becoming quiet.::

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
XO: Ma'am I am fine and will do my job. I worked out my anger on an obliging Turbolift.

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: nods and presses the comm. :: CO: On screen Captain.
 
CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
CTO: Work on it

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
:: looks up at the screen ::

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Grins at her.::  CMO:  We can take care of that later.  For now, I am going to need you on the bridge with me.  Want to accompany a friend along the way?  ::Smiles at her.::

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
::closes tricorder:: XO: And you are fine. I'd like that ma'am
 
ACTION: AN image of a Romulan Sub commander is seen on the view screen.  He is lounging casually in a chair with a drink in one hand

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CSO: what can you make out on scanners, i scanned the orbit but nothing but a slight ghost of a i don't know, it's unidentifiable

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Hops down off the biobed, and pats her on the back.::  CMO:  Good, I could use a friend as well.  Shall we?  ::Points to the door.::

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
::grabs a med kit and follows the XO::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
CO: Sir, he looks comfortable.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::holds on to the hate of what she sees on the view screene in check::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: smiles a little trying not to laugh ::

R`vok says:
&COM: Triton: ::chuckles:: It's about time, Federation.  I've only been sending random signals for the past 5 minutes waiting for you to pick it up.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
OPS: Too comfortable, that cannot be good for us

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
::sees the Romulan on the screen and snarls outloud::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::utters a low growl::

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
CMO:  I'm not sure what's going on, but the Oracle was attacked by a warbird.  I suspect, we haven't seen the last of her.  ::Enters a TL and orders it to the bridge.::

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
XO: I have Sick Bay ready to treat disruptor wounds and any other injuries unique to the situation. I have a good team.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
COM: R'vok: You will have to excuse us, the Federation has been receiving random bits of gibberish for the Romulans for centuries it took us a few minutes to realize you had something of importance to say. :: putting on a false politeness ::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::struggles to keep her anger in check and finally does but not without keeping the low growl from being heard slightly::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: marvels at the Captain's quick wit ::

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
CMO:  I know you do, Lieutenant.  I've read the profiles on your people.  My job, you know.  ::Smiles.::  I take it this was the TL you took your frustrations out on?  ::Notices the dent in the wall.::

FCO_Ltjg_Salan says:
::stifles a chuckle::

R`vok says:
&COM: Triton: ::gives a wry smile:: Oh look...a Klingon with a sense of humor.  Did Starfleet teach that into you?

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CO: I have traced the transmission, it seems it is being bounced around from buoys scattered around open space

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
::smiles sheepishly:: XO: Umm...yes

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
::whispers at the computer: Come on baby, you can do it…another step and you will be over the hill...::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::her eyes are red with fire as is her blood boiling at the arrogance of the Romulan on the screen::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::senses the arrival of the XO and the CMO and tries to put a lid on the growl out of respect for a fellow crew member::

XO_Commander_Sommers says:
CMO:  Barely even noticeable .. ::Smiles and then looks away, mouthing the words, okay, anger management classes are needed here.  Chuckles.::
 
ACTION: the science console makes a slight burping noise at the CSO.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
COM: R'vok: No self taught, besides you will find I enjoy toying with my prey before killing it.  So you have my attention for the time being...how may I be of service :: still with the false manners ::

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
*Stellar Cartography*: Hey y'all did ya forget too put the coal in the furnace? The 'puter here needs more steam.

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: wonders why this Romulan seems so relaxed ::

CMO_Ltjg_Latta says:
::exits the TL and looks at the view screen, gasping in surprise at her first look at a full Romulan in thirteen years::
 
XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Waits for the TL to stop and then exits.  Sees the Romulan on the view screen and just listens.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
::tracing the buoys trying to discern were the transmission is coming::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: turns to look at the doctor when she hears her gasp ::

R`vok says:
&COM:CO: And it also has manners...well well...Starfleet is a marvel of technology after all. ::takes a sip from the cup:: Actually I was just wondering what you were going to do about that little upset on the planet.

CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
CTO: Hey Einstein here finally answered my query, the ghost signal is actually what remains of a transmission from an unidentified object in orbit from the planet. A bounce back.

CO_Captain_K`Vas says:
COM: R'vok: In case you were resting during your Federation history briefing we do not interfere with the internal affairs of a planets government.  Only if that government asks for our aid against a foe :: smirks still remaining polite ::

OPS_Lt_Chatters says:
:: wonders again about the doctor and her reaction to this sub commander ::

CTO_LtCmdr_Naug says:
CSO: Thank you not much help though
 
CSO_Ens_Le_Blanc says:
CTO: That's the best I can do from here....but there is something in orbit...at least now you know that.
  
ACTION: After hearing the CO the Romulan nods and smiles.  Then the transmission goes black.

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