MISSION PROLOGUE: From the corners of Starfleet they come.  They are the few, the chosen – they are Prism Special Operations Forces.  Called for tricky and dangerous situations, some may not come home alive, but that is the choice they make.

A Call To Duty Proudly Presents:
	PRISM OMICRON, Stardate 10406.27, "And the Body Will Die, Part 10"

Crew:
Commanding Officer: Commander Joseph Timrok, played by Terry Imrie
Executive Officer: Commander Kymar Dremel, played by Jim Green
Intelligence Officer: Lieutenant Junior Grade Kizlev, played by Delon Eubena
Strategic Operations Officer: Lieutenant Junior Grade K’Nargh, played by Greg Diduszko
Assault Specialist: Lieutenant Bill Powers, Jr., played by Christopher Dickinson
Combat Engineer: Lieutenant Commander Kert Hunter, played by Robert Olsenevich
Logistics Officer: Lieutenant John E. Bodine, played by Michael Johnson
Combat Medic: Lieutenant Commander Ashley Yates, played by Cory Friess
Diplomatic Corps Officer: Lieutenant Commander Karida Janan, played by Karen Barkas
Science Officer: Lieutenant Syrna Rhykmal, played by Trish Lynam

With Special Appearances By:
	Admiral Wolfe, played by Brett Lynam
	
Managed by Brett Lynam
Prism Coordinator Christopher Dickinson
ACTD-Wide Managed by Mike Jones

Summary: The Prism team is currently aboard their ship, recovering from their encounter with Le'Matya, the Vulcan assassin.  Syrna Rhykmal is in stable condition, but requires further medical treatment.

<<<<Resume Mission>>>>>

SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
::in sickbay still unconscious dreaming about her life::
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
:: entering the bridge ::
AS_Lt_Powers says:
::Sitting on the Bridge of the BOP, his head in his hands::
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::is still in sickbay himself, recuperating after the removal of the arrow from his arm, silently meditating on his biobed::
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::noting the AS's posture:: AS: you ok?
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
AS: Powers, why look so glum? :: at OPS, getting comfy with the Klingon controls finally ::
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
::stirs a bit, wakes up with a start:: Oh!
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::eyes snap open as he looks to see what startled Rhykmal, concern on his face::
AS_Lt_Powers says:
::Looks up from his hands::  CO: Commander... moderately well.  I've been running on a high mode for so long, I'm slowly recovering from the crash period.  ::Doesn't mention his feelings regarding the negligence over S'Ara::
DCO_LtCmdr_Janan says:
::enters the bridge and glances at the officers present::
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
::sees where she is:: IO:  It was just a dream... ::relaxes::
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
SCI: Please tell me you are feeling well.

Action: The comm system registers an incoming message.

Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
:: nods in an understanding manner :: AS: would you take a look at the data disk we found with S'ara and see what we have there?
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
ALL: Hey all I got a blinking red light ... should I push it? :: checks the incoming transmission for real ::
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
::almost smiles weakly:: IO: I'm alive... that's what counts.
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
LO: put it on screen
AS_Lt_Powers says:
::Nods in agreement::  CO: Aye, sir.  Do you have the disk?
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
ALL: Umm oh straighten up all QUICK. It's the Admiral Wolfe dude.
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
::tries to sit up and winces:: IO: I've been better... I think I'll live... ::adjusts her position, winces again:: I think.
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
:: puts it on ::

Action: The screen flickers for a moment, evidence of secure coding taking place, before it resolves into the face of Admiral Wolfe.

IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::nods his antennae towards Rhykmal in relief:: SCI: Excellent, I hear you will make a full recovery in due time.
DCO_LtCmdr_Janan says:
::turns to the screen and sees Wolfe again, a variety of emotions hit her then she just watches waiting for what he will say::
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
::nods:: IO: Well that's good to know... ::pauses:: How about you? How's the shoulder doing?
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
:: passes the disc in question to the AS ::
Host Adm_Wolfe says:
@COM: CO: Commander.  Wanted to give you an update.
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
COM: ADM: Go ahead Sir
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::shakes his head looking down, feeling a bit ashamed of his failure:: SCI: The shoulder is fine, but not my pride. That assassin used me to lure you out in a trap. I cannot forgive myself for not stopping you in time from making that mistake.
Host Adm_Wolfe says:
@COM: CO: The SS Marigold was stopped by Starfleet pickets several hours ago.  Your information was correct; the four individuals you mentioned were aboard, and were rather...interesting.  All are known criminals, two are known assassins. <c>
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
:: nods ::
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
:: thinks this is odd :: Thinks: Shouldn't we be giving HIM updates .. how does he know so much ....::
DCO_LtCmdr_Janan says:
::nods, impressed at an admiral who gets things done::
Host Adm_Wolfe says:
@COM: CO:  Each specializing in a different "method".  One is a master of disguise and bladed weapons, one a poisoner.  One a long-distance marksman and the last an infiltration specialist.  They aren't talking, of course, but evidence indicates all were sent from your friend Gek.  How are things there?
AS_Lt_Powers says:
::Takes the disk from the CO and inserts it into the computer, beginning to work the data over.  Too bad he's not much of a computer person...::
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
IO: Someone had to do it... someone had to get her to show herself... I chose the risk. Don't feel bad. If not you, it would have been someone else.... and I...  I told the others to watch for her attack... Yates told me they got her... I hope it was when she fired upon me that they spotted her and were able to make good their own attack.
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
:: moves over to Powers' post and crowds him ::
AS_Lt_Powers says:
::Doesn't look up::  LO: Can I help you?
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
AS: I would like to see what is on the disk, may I sir?
AS_Lt_Powers says:
LO: Pull up a chair, sit down.  ::And stop crowding me, you smell funny::
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::seems to barely nod as he rises from his biobed:: SCI: You have bravery that far exceeds my own. I have so much to learn it seems. I should've been more careful back there. ::gets up and paces a bit away from the bed in contemplation::
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
IO: I just did what I thought was necessary. ::sees him begin to pace:: What's on your mind?
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
COM: ADM: We successfully tracked down S'Ara, im afraid we wont be getting any information from her we have three casualties in the team - one serious, we are going to need medical help as soon as possible
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
COM: ADM: We are in the process of retrieving information from a data disk we found with S'ara - with any luck this will fill in the blanks
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::looks at the cold, steel wall next to him, and gives it a swift pound with a clenched fist:: SCI: Dammit....I suspected she was watching us the whole time. If only I had arranged for night vision devices or thermal imagers. ::takes a deep breath to try and calm himself::
Host Adm_Wolfe says:
@COM: CO: ::Nods::  Understandable.  With the situation as it is here, Starfleet has decided to blockade Earth from any but diplomatic traffic until the situation can be verified as safe.  I'm afraid you can't come back just yet anyway.  My advice is to return to Rigel IV.  They have excellent medical facilities there.  Just go to one of the smaller cities.  The syndicate is less prevalent.  Also, communications will be restricted from now on, so it is doubtful you can reach me.  Use secure code Beta 6 if you must.
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
IO: She has a method of masking her biosignature... I think thermal detectors wouldn't have made much of  a difference... after all how do you think the sensors work? ::tries to be comforting,,, but alas she is Vulcan and by habit sounds cold::
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
AS: Ever used a disc system before sir.. ::Points to the start button::
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
COM: ADM: Understood - we will lay low for a while until Rhykmal is back on her feet, i will be back in touch when we decode the disk if the information is useful
AS_Lt_Powers says:
::Wonders if his headache will go away::  LO: Not much.  But it's all... just jumble.  Nothingness.  And we've got a Klingon ship - not much for decoding
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::looks at her blankly, signs of anger wiped away from his expression:: SCI: I....I know. But...I prefer to trust my own eyes rather than a tricorder most of the time. I learned to hone my senses during the Dominion War. It's why I'm still here today. But yet, I made such a foolish error in judgment today...
Host Adm_Wolfe says:
@COM: CO: Very well.  Commander, good work.  My compliments to you and your team.  You may have prevented the greatest catastrophe to the Federation since the Breen attack.  Well done.
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
SCI: .....It nearly cost you your life. That is the burden I face today.
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
AS: Who has the Tricorder, run the symbols through a series of decryption algorithms sir. It look to be encoded I think. Sir
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
IO: No one is perfect, Kizlev. But I am here, and S'Ara is captured. It worked out in the end. Listen, we all make mistakes... even know it all Vulcans such as myself. ::gives him a small smile::
AS_Lt_Powers says:
LO: Uh... I think Lieutenant Rkykmal had it last.
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
:: Nods :: COM: ADM: thank you
Host Adm_Wolfe says:
@COM: CO: ::Nods and then moves to close the comm.  Stops for a second::  CO: Is that a Klingon bridge?  ::Shakes his head::  CO: Never mind, you can explain later.  Wolfe out.

Action: The communication ends.

Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::rolls his eyes::
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::lets a reluctant smile show, but is still flustered with himself:: SCI: I seem to recall hearing that once from a Caitian friend of mine.
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
IO: What? That know it all Vulcans are not always right? ::almost a tone of jest::
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
SCI: Have you seen the Tricorder, we need to borrow it right quick.
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
LO: Last I saw it-- it was scanning me, in the hands of Yates.
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
LO: Its probably around here somewhere
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
CO: Captain, I'd like to head down to medical and try and find the Tricorder Captain.
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::notices the tricorder off to Rhykmal's side:: SCI: Indeed.... ::grins, feeling a bit better now:: I had no idea Vulcans were willing to show humor in their speech.
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
CO: I guess never mind.
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
IO: As it has been so frequently pointed out in my lifetime... I am only half-  Vulcan.
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
SCI: May I see it please .. :: extends hand ::
DCO_LtCmdr_Janan says:
::as the Admiral's face vanishes and for the first time in ages she turns to Timrok with a smile, takes a deeper breath then normal before speaking:: CO: Well done Sir.
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
::looks around and sees the tricorder:: LO: Here it is.
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
SCI: Oh? I did not know that. I suppose there's more to you than meets the eye, eh?
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::turns around somewhat surprised:: DCO: Well done all......See if you can find us a suitable medical facility on Rigel IV, somewhere discreet
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::looks up at Bodine:: LO: Working on something, sir?
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
IO: There is.

Action: Time passes.  The BoP makes its way to Rigel IV where SCI Rhykmal is treated at a medical facility and released.  All crew are back aboard and the wounded are recovering.  Working steadily, the AS and LO have deciphered the disk.

LO_Lt_Bodine says:
:: steps down from the Tactical console nicely grabs the Tricorder  himself and heads back Powers :: SCI: Thanks Lieutenant..

Action: Six hours have passed.

AS_Lt_Powers says:
::Blinks again, feeling fatigue taking its toll, but it was worth it::
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
:: waiting on the bridge for news from the AS & LO ::
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
:: still at Tactical with the AS they continue to use the tricorder to break layers of encryption on the disk ::
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
::still stff and sore but feeling much better and back at helm::
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
AS: I think we are making progress sir but to be honest I don't know ..
Host Brett says:
Action: The computer finally spits out a decrypted copy of the data on the disk.
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::is on the bridge at tactical, wanting nothing more than to get some more rest after everything that's happened::
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
CO: Where shall I set course to?
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
AS: Hey look something is coming out. 

INFO: The disk contains information on the conference; apparently a high level meeting where many heads of state will be present.  They are to discuss many things, among them the recent situation regarding the Nacandarian refugees appearing in the Alpha quadrant. <c>

Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
SCI: Hold in orbit for now
AS_Lt_Powers says:
::Reads over the data::  Aloud: Heads of state... Nacandarians...
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::walks over to the LO's console examining the data:: AS/LO: Nacandarians?
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
CO: Aye... ::keeps her eye on the console... but silently wishes she could spend more time talking to Kizlev... ::
DCO_LtCmdr_Janan says:
::listens to the AS::

INFO: The disk holds the conference's schedule, the itineraries of many delegates, floor plans of the Federation Council building, satellite images of the grounds around it, instances when the delegates will leave the building and where they will go.  Starfleet ships on patrol, and their routes.  Ships known to be in orbit.  Scanner frequencies of the orbital defense outposts.  And several disturbing items.  Images of none other than the Federation President, detailed medical files on his species including vital organ placement and the best places to strike.  And one last item.  Payment records from Gek to the five assassins.  As well as what appears to be notes made by S'Ara indicating that Gek was to betray her to Starfleet.  A small note indicates that Gek was paid handsomely for setting up the assassination.

Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
:: steps over beside the AS & LO ::
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
AS: Interesting isn't it Sir, I'd surmise this was planned for a long time. And now I think it is obvious we where never just dealing with one assassin but many. Lets try and find out if the disc has a signature of origin. I don't know about you but I want to find out who made it maybe that is who hired those dirty killers!
AS_Lt_Powers says:
::Feels his breath catch in his throat as the Federation President stares back at him::
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
ALL: This is absurd. So much gathered intelligence is virtually impossible to gather on one's own. There's gotta be an information leak in Command Intelligence...
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
IO: Lieutenant, look at this they had all our secure frequencies locations shift changes it's all here how could they have all that unless ....
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
IO: Most likely
AS_Lt_Powers says:
IO: That's a strong charge, Lieutenant...
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
::looks up, the concern she feels is not on her face::
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::nods his head:: AS: I agree, but you learn about the ins and outs of intelligence when you attend Advanced Tactics training. CO: Sir, I'm willing to bet my honor that Starfleet has a mole in its ranks.
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
AS: I understand that, but out mission goes beyond the norm as does protocols. I don't need to remind you of that sir. we have to assume the worst. Maybe we can access the outposts logs and see who are the likely candidates that might have downloaded that much data from them and not really had a likely need for the data ?
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
CO: More or less of the top brass variety, as well. We have to be extra careful to whom and how we report these findings.
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
:: moves back to his own console ::
DCO_LtCmdr_Janan says:
::looks slightly concerned at the implications of this and realizes exactly what they were against:: IO: I am inclined to agree there is a big leak somewhere.
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
All: Our part here is done, SCI: forward this information to HQ on secure code beta 6 & request permission to return - ensure the information is for the attention of Admiral Wolfe only.  IO: I agree completely, however that will be another mission for another crew
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
CO: I think, Wolfe should be contacted on a coded channel right away. We have to trust him, he has the connections and if he was guilty of any doing himself then why would he have sent this team?
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::nods to the LO in agreement::
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
CO: Sir, I suggest we report this to Admiral Wolfe directly and in person, just to be absolutely safe for the time being.
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
::nods:: CO: Aye.... ::pauses:: Can we tell who the initial target was?
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
SCI: yes, send him everything
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
CO/IO: One last visit to the Admirals fine office does sound fun sir .
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
::starts doing as Commander Timrok orders. sets up the secure channel and marks the files Eyes only Admiral Wolfe:: Self: You know... I wonder... who paid Gek?
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
SCI: Indeed
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
ALL: Wonders who gets to keep the BoP when this is all over. Can we flip for it?
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
SCI: I wonder who these Nacandarians are. It seems I've been out of the loop for too long. I'll have to remedy that when we get back to base.
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
:: hearing the IO's comment ::IO: Refugees
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
CO: No visit in the Admiral's office Captain?
DCO_LtCmdr_Janan says:
::chuckles at the LO:: LO: Perhaps it could be donated to a museum somewhere?
AS_Lt_Powers says:
::Tries to piece together the thoughts::  Aloud: The Nacandarians... Gek...
AS_Lt_Powers says:
::Loudly::  All: Anyone know about these Nacandarians?
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
AS: Yes...do you see a connection there, sir?
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
:: frowns :: DCO: Starfleet will get it suck it for what is left then send it back to the Klingons in pieces and they will be like .. Did we lose another ship. That only brings the total to 843 lost unaccounted for vessels."
AS_Lt_Powers says:
IO: Someone on the inside... where are these Nacandarians?
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
LO: yes.. to explain why i don't have the kamerain anymore
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
::starts the transmission including the request to return::

Action: The transmission to the Olympus goes through, but there is no immediate response.

DCO_LtCmdr_Janan says:
::chuckles at the LO, but is more thoughtful about the Nacandarians::
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::goes over close to Rhykmal looking at her console:: SCI: They must be establishing a secure connection on their end.
AS_Lt_Powers says:
::Runs some queries through the computers and gasps aloud::  CO: Commander!
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
AS: What?
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
CO: Sir, odd, no reply from the Admirals ship sir.
AS_Lt_Powers says:
::Points to his screen::  CO: We've been talking about someone on the inside... the Nacandarian Queen herself has been on Terra for some time, speaking with the Federation Council!
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
::her green eyes lock on his exotic violet, the concern echoing within hers:: IO: I hope so.
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
AS: yes? what's your point?
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::spins around at the AS's revelation:: AS: I certainly doubt the Queen would be the actual mole, but perhaps involved somehow...

Action: Suddenly, transmissions from Earth began coming through.  You monitor several, not directed at you but broadcast in the clear for all to hear.  Something bad is happening at Earth.

AS_Lt_Powers says:
CO: It's a theory, I admit.. but all the pieces fit... someone on the inside to get the data.. paying off someone to do the dirty work...
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
:: opens up monitoring pings on all subspace channels to see if any other communications traffic of interest might be floating about :: CO: I don't like this sir, I put our "ears on" commander. No offense to the Local Vulcans :: looks around ::

Action: A transmission in the clear from the Olympus comes through.  It is garbled and the visual image is static filled.  Wolfe's face is streaked with soot and a cut bleeds above his eye.  The Olympus bridge is filled with smoke and flame.

SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
::looks down at her console to see if the data is going through, then sees the other information:: CO: Oh no... something is going on -- on earth.
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::looks back at the SCI's monitor to determine what's going on::
AS_Lt_Powers says:
::Looks at the viewscreen and stands slowly::
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
:: Turns back to the viewscreen ::
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
:: tries to lock down the poor signal ::
DCO_LtCmdr_Janan says:
::looks anxious as she sees the view of the Olympus bridge and Admiral::
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::feels his heart go a bit cold at the sight of the injured Admiral::
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
COM: ADM: What happened?
Host Adm_Wolfe says:
@COM: CO: Commander!  We've <static> attacked.  Cloaked <static>..sel came out of <Static>...where.  Unknown design, powerful weap...<static>.  We're abandoning..<static>

Action: An explosion behind Wolfe sends a crewman flying and the channel closes.

SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
::watches the viewscreen in silent and hidden dismay::
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
LO: can you get it back?
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::feels the ominous silence on the bridge::
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
:: Grits his teeth :: SCI: Set course for the Sol system - maximum warp
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
CO: Sir the ship is gone, I don't even see her transponder anymore .. :: frowns ::
SCI_Lt_Rhykmal says:
CO: Aye Sir! ::plots course and engages::
IO_LtJG_Kizlev says:
::steps back over to his station, getting things ready for a battle if need be::
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
All: I'm afraid the well earned rest you deserve will have to wait - duty calls
Host CO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
LO: keep monitoring all channels - raise any ship you can to try and find out what were flying into
LO_Lt_Bodine says:
:: says a prayer for the Olympus crew ::

Action: The BoP strains to reach Earth, it's old engines giving their all, coaxed and babied by the Engineer.  Along the way, transmissions tell the story.  The Olympus has been destroyed, it's crew's fate as yet unknown.  The Nacandarian delegation and the Federation President were beamed away during the attack.  The unknown vessel cloaked and vanished into deep space before a pursuit could be organized.

<<<End>>>>