MISSION PROLOGUE: The U.S.S. Aventura has set course away from Starbase 105, preparing to persue their prey, Mileah Daryina Xia - and her rescuers, Green Star.  The modified Defiant class vessel has set course for the outter markers near Starbase 105, and is preparing to activate it's highly experimental "Pulse Drive Assembly." According to Commander Jah`d, the ship's official CO, the pulse drive is capable of attaining speeds twice the speed of conventional warp engines..  Lets just hope their trail hasn't gone cold, and that this nice drive system actually works...

A Call To Duty Proudly Presents:
	PRISM PI,  Stardate 10411.16, "Hellborn Scion, Part 2: Hounds to the Chase"

Crew:
Commanding Officer: Lieutenant Commander Aliester Lessing, played by Dylan Moss
Executive Officer: Lieutenant Commander Baranephelion Ilianor, played by Eric Woo
Combat Pilot: Lieutenant Commander Dylan Roznine, played by Chris Esterhuyse
Intelligence Officer: Lieutenant James Andrews,  played by Matt Coe
Strategic Operations Officer: Lieutenant Commander Gary Jackson, played by Tim Schols
Assault Specialist: Lieutenant Kizlev, played by Delon Eubena
Combat Medic: Commander Ray Durron, played by Jack Farfri
Diplomatic Corps Officer: Commander Alexandra Gomes, played by Lilia Perfeito

With Special Appearances By:
	Lieutenant Commander Marla Enki, played by Christopher Dickinson
	Emergency Medical Hologram, played by Christopher Dickinson

Managed by Christopher Dickinson and Christopher Gibson

=/\==/\=BEGIN PRISM Pi Mission=/\==/\=

LtCmdr_Marla_Enki says:
::Poking at her console at the front of the Bridge, next to the viewscreen::
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Sits down on the bridge, in his new chair, watching Enki being violent with her console::
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::is seated at his station, on the bridge, as the Aventura is headed for the outer markers::
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
::Sits at his console, looking over some reports::

ACTION - The Aventura hums with anticipation as it's Pulse Drive warms up and they prepare to get under-way.

IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::sits at the fore starboard bridge console, examining sensors logs, with a face-down PADD sitting to the sit of the console::
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::at her assigned console in the bridge looking over what little data is available on the computer about green star. She is mostly looking into their motives::
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::standing in the sickbay::  Computer: Activate EMH.
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::checks the last system:: CO: Ready to dash off when you are sir.
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::aware of the warp drive test but is not paying much attention to it::
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
::at his console on the Bridge feeling very satisfied with the weapons at hand:: SO: Most impressive the arsenal we have here. It would have been nice to have this ship backing us up at Chin'toka during the War...

ACTION - The EMH shimmers to life in front of Durron.

CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::checks the scanners for ion and warp trails... which would be the one they are looking for::
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::walks over to the so console::  SO: May I interrupt?
EMH says:
CM: Please state the nature of the medical emergency.
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
CO: I had an opportunity to examine the pulse drive with Cmdr. Jah'D earlier today, sir. I believe this will be quite a sight.
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
All: Report
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
Self: I'd forgotten how much I hated these things EMH: Are you in working order?
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::with growing frustration, increases the signal gain from the sensors, trying to find any trace of a Steamrunner-sized ion or Warp trail::
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
::Looks up from his data:: DCO: Certainly.. Commander.. ::Smiles up at Gomes::
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
CP: Do you have a course, Commander?
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::looks over to the captain::  CO: Still trying to gather information; not much in the data bases
EMH says:
CM: I am.  Are you?

ACTION - Roznine's display lights up with an ion trail, it's faint - but it is there. The course seems to pass through Klingon space en route to the Mizani Sector.

CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::Mutters to himself, not realizing the size of the bridge:: All: If only I can identify the right blooming trail.
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
DCO: Thank your commander.
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
::Looks around at the captain:: CO: Same problem here, sir.. Can't find much, the regular ways anyway...
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
SO: have you noticed how this organization has ships from the most important space powers of the beta and alpha quadrants? i wonder how they got into so many
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
CP: Engage when you are ready.  Warp Nine.
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
All: Dangnabbit! ::grins:: CO: Aye, sir. We have a heading and course. ::taps controls to follow the warp trail:: Its heading for Klingon space and the Mizani Sector.
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
Self: Blasted thing.  EMH: I was ordered to 'familiarize myself with the medical facilities aboard this starship'
EMH says:
::Points to a biobed::  CM: BIIIIIOOOO... BEEEEEED.
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
EMH: I may call on your services later,
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
::looks away from the SO and looks over his shoulder at the CP:: CP: I've helped conduct some war games in a Steamrunner class during my Officer Candidacy days at the Academy I can compile some good evasive patterns for you if you wish.
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
Computer: Shut down EMH.
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::taps the controls and says a little prayer:: CO: Warp 9, sir...
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
::Tilts his head a bit:: DCO: Deception, intrigue, you name it..
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
CP: Have to tested the Subspace pulse drive?
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::adeptly slaves the engineering controls to his console, in addition to overview displays of the other departments... he watches closely the reports from engineering, as the pulse drive is activated:: CP: You better enjoy this, commander.
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::grins over at the AS, acknowledging his words: CO: Drive ready when you are sir... but we'd better get going, that trail is dissipating very fast.
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Stands:: CP: Do it.
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::nods:: CO: Aye, sir. Subspace Pulse Drive ::taps the control:: engaged.
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
XO: I'm going to remember every moment, sir.
LtCmdr_Marla_Enki says:
::Steps back to watch this... a most interesting invention::

ACTION - The Pulse Drive Assembly fires up, and the Aventura seems to hull. The plating of the ship seems to shimmer and glow, and then the vessel leaps forward. The stars shift out of view, and the view on the display before them shifts spectrums. White light, mixes with purple and blues...

DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
SO: Still, no matter how good they are, they would need spies of many races, and information on many governments. Too many tentacles for just 1 organization
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
::maximizes tactical sensor resolution and monitors for significant contacts::
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
CO: I have a direct link to engineering and the subspace pulse drive energy output readings. In a sec- ::feels the ship lurch slightly as the subspace pulse drive is activated::
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
CP: Velocity?
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::sighs and speaks to no-one in particular:: All: Ethan would love this.

ACTION - Sensors all over the bridge go insane. The crew detects as the modified shield systems come online, protecting the ship and crew from lethal radiation and gravimetric sheers...

Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
All: Anything out of the ordinary in those alarms?
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::looks down at his console:: CO: Would, very very fast cover it, sir?
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
CO: So far, all systems normal... though that may change, sir. The engineers say they have performed many tests, but I suggest it would be prudent for us to remain at a low-speed, for the time being.
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::watches the EMH disappear and smiles happily::
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
CP: I thought as much.  ::Sits again:: Self: Impressive.
LtCmdr_Marla_Enki says:
::Finds a quiet corner of the Bridge and taps her commbadge::  *CM*: Enki to Durron.

ACTION - The Aventura flies towards the white light, surrounded by the swirling colors that seem to close in around them...

DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CO: I almost forgot sir; I found a recent activity report suggesting a Steamrunner class; the USS Idun was reported MIA near Green Star routes
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
DCO: Maybe they have a large base of support.. And maybe they really are big enough to get all this, no matter the way they got them.. Besides, how they got them is besides the fact, they have them, we're going to face them.. Period..
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
*Enki*: Durron here.
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CO: Permission to go faster, sir... that trail was dissipating fast.
LtCmdr_Marla_Enki says:
*CM*: If you can...you might want to find a window.  Or get up here.  We just engaged the Pulse Assembly.
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
All: Silence those alarms.  CP: Increase velocity at your discretion.
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
*Enki*: Understood
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
::wonders how Zefram Cochrane would have felt about people cheating normal warp boundaries with this pulse drive system::
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::disables the alarms from his station and calls up all information he can on the Idun::
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::frowns, as neither the CP nor the CO acknowledges his warning...:: CO: The modified shields have been activated, and appear to be shielding lethal effects as according to specs.
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::swallows hoping that Starfleet was just being paranoid::
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
SO: I do not like it; if they are so big; they could buy us a lot of trouble. What I really am wondering about are their motives. What is your assessment, given you must have seen their preferred targets
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::smiles like a kid in a candy shop:: CO: Aye, sir. Increasing velocity by 50%.
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
XO: The only way to tell will be to do it.  Wee need to know how fast we can go while we're still not in too much danger.
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::glances over at the XO, feeling a bit guilty::

ACTION - The Aventura's speed increases. The gravimetric sheer on the shields and the hull increases, but nothing beyond tolerance.

AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
::brings up a schematic on a standard Steamrunner class starship on a side monitor and divides his attentions between that and his flickering sensors::
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::examines the incoming data and notices some disturbing references to a USS Claymore:: Self: No wonder we're not gathering any Intel..
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
DCO: Interesting  anything more?
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CO: Gravimetric sheer within accepted limits.
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
CO: Shields are holding sir.
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::stretches and makes sure that everything is secured in the small sickbay than exits and heads for the nearest ladder::
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
AS: Acknowledged  :studies the shield readouts on his mini-console::
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::climbs up onto the bridge level and makes his way through the corridors to the bridge::
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::sits back in his chair, eyes wide from what he just read::
LtCmdr_Marla_Enki says:
::Checks her console again... sensors are still holding.  They must have been modified to compensate for the different mechanics of this drive::
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
SO: Provided that Green Star hasn't made any significant improvements to their Steamrunner ship, we can outrun and outgun them. But somehow, I think they'll be better prepared for us, wouldn't you agree?
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::shakes her head slowly::  CO: No sir, so far no more news from the Idun, but Green Star is known for stealing vessels
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
::Tilts his head a bit more:: DCO: Nothing definite yet.. I wouldn't know.. But I feel we'll find out before too long..
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::listens to the chatter around him, picking up clues to the characters of his team::
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::walks onto the bridge and looks around at the crew, than looks at the viewscreen and stops::
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::checks his console again:: CO: 5 hours to intercept the Idun at present speed.
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
CP: Thank you Mr. Roznine.  CM: Impressive, isn't it?
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::sighs happily as he reads every bit of information flowing across his console::
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
*Engineering*: I trust you have all been thoroughly briefed on every last little point on the drive? Good, I expect you all to feed data through my linkage, if any anomalies crop up.
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::turns in his chair, picks up his PADD and walks to the CO's chair and speaks quietly:: CO: Permission to report to the computer core?

ACTION - Ilianor's vision begins to blur a tad...and then returns to normal.

CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::mutters something under his breath::  CO: Yes sir...Medic reporting for duty per orders, Sir.
LtCmdr_Marla_Enki says:
::Sees the medic enter the Bridge and smiles, knowing he wanted to see this::
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::more to herself than to the SO::  SO: How am I supposed to negotiate with people whose minds I don't know? Or are negotiations out of question ....
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
SO: Thank you Commander

ACTION - Baranephelion's console lights up with data on the Pulse Drive - everything appears to be working within normal parameters.

Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Quietly changes to check the CP's display::
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
~~~XO: Awesome, isn't it?~~~ ::projects an image of him grinning hugely holding a bag of candy in front of a HUGE candy shop:
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
DCO: As some humans are fond of saying, you must negotiate very carefully ::smirks::
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::he frowns, blinking several times, and shakes his head to clear the blurriness... rubbing his eyes, he turns back to his overwhelmingly positive data::
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
XO: Everything working alright from your point of view?
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::looks at the XO for a moment::
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
::Glances to his side:: AS: I'm afraid so... But it looks like they won't have much of a support platform to launch large groups of fighters from... Just one Akira listed, at last report anyway..
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::laughs in his thoughts:: ~~~CP: It is... much more magnificent than I imagined it would be...~~~
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
AS: I am one of those humans ::winks:: AS: Still, I would very much like to have something to bargain with, or at the very least bluff with
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
CO: Aye, sir, engineering reports no problems - all systems operating well within normal parameters It would appear this drive is a success, sir.
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::gives a small chuckle in response to Baran's words and watches his console::
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::confused as to the CO's failure to acknowledge his presence, but not wanting to cause alarm, departs the bridge and heads immediately for the Aventura's main computer to perform a full backup::
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
XO: I hope for all our sakes that it more than "appears" to be a success.

ACTION - The science console beeps in front of Enki - it appears one of the starboard shields isn't properly calibrated, and trace amounts of delta radiation is seeping into the ship.

CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::walks over to the Medic's station on the bridge and brings up a file than begins reading over it::
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::checks her console to see if there is any more information about the Idun::
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
IO: Permission granted.
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
DCO: Then we'll just have to work towards removing the proverbial blindfold from what we know, if you understand me meaning.
LtCmdr_Marla_Enki says:
::looks curiously at the beeping::  AS: Lieutenant.
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::nods on his way out the door::
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
CO: Well, it is, after all, still an experimental system, sir. ::smiles:: I dare say Green Star will be most surprised when they see us and what we can do.
LtCmdr_Marla_Enki says:
AS: I'm picking up a phase variance in the starboard shielding.  It's allowing delta radiation through; could you work on that?
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
::glances at Enki then back at his console:: Enki: Right away, ma'am. Diverting power to compensate..
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Overhears the AS and Enki talking:: CM: Are there any known harmful effects of Delta Radiation?
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::begins copying the core's programming into extra isolinear chips, being careful to immediately remove the chips as soon as they're full and to store them in a locked box::
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
::Gets up from his console and joins the DCO at her console, looking over the data  she's going through::
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
::nods to the CO's question, but leaves it up to the CM::
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::frowns, as he turns his head to listen to what's going on:: Self: I think I'll have to give someone in Engineering a little talk...

ACTION - As Ilianor turns, his vision blurs once more, and his stomach turns over once.

DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::looks up at the SO::  SO: Proverbial or not, Mr. Kizlev's blindfold is quite real. Most information about Green Star is classified
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
CO: Yes sir, but only in large quantities. ::brings up the data on the amounts::  CO: At this amount I don't think we have anything to worry about.
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
Computer Techs: Keep this up. We need the core completely backed up as soon as possible--and keep the backup stored in locked containers until further notice. ::exits the core to return to the Bridge::
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
SO: I really wish we had something more to work with
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::he winces slightly, his head lowering, and he raises his right hand to his temple:: Self: Oh- ::he gasps, as he suddenly does not feel all that well...::
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
CM: Good.  Inoculate the crew anyway.  Better safe than sorry.
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
CO: Very well
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::feels the twinge of nausea coming from Baran:: XO: Are you alright?
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
::sees radiation level normalize:: Enki/CO: Situation resolved. The shields are protecting us properly once again.
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
DCO: Hm... ::Thinks for a moment:: Let me at it for a moment?
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::notices the XO going pale::  XO: Commander, are you alright?
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::stands up and leaves the bridge returning the way he just came::
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::enters the Bridge, focused on his PADD full of intelligence::
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::nods and steps aside letting the SO work, but looking over his shoulder::
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::he raises a hand, and tries to straighten himself:: CO/XO: Thank you for your concern; I will be alright. ::returns to his console:: CO: I will... appropriately inform Engineering of this lapse.
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::looks around the bridge as everybody works at their stations::
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
::breathes a quick sigh of relief then goes back to his Steamrunner studies, keeping a closer eye on the shield grid now::
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
XO: Good.  I can't have my most senior officer getting sick on me ::smiles at the XO::
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
SO: If I knew how they infiltrated ships so easily, that might also help ::shakes her head while adjusting her hair::
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::smiles:: CO: You mean you don't want your most senior officer making a big mess on the bridge, sir.
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
::Leans a bit closer to the console and starts tapping. First, he went to the classified files and enters his normal, not working access code. While the computer is working, he opens another copy of the same file:: DCO: Let's see what this does... ::Smiles::
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
XO: That as well.
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
::looks up and over at the DCO:: DCO: There is a theory I could provide to that...
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
DCO: Got it covered, Commander.
LtCmdr_Marla_Enki says:
::Meanders over to the tactical side of the Bridge to check things out::
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::nods and smiles back at the SO. Then looks up at the AS, then IO:: SO: I am glad so many people know more than us
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
AS/IO: I welcome theories and facts that prove them
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::chuckles at Lessing and Ilianor's exchange::
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
::Chuckles:: DCO: That makes two of us then... ::Shakes head as the little trick doesn't work:: Know any other tricks to avoid the verification?
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
::nods at Enki, punches a few keys locking his monitor specs on the vulnerable ventral side of the Steamrunner, then gazes back to Gomes:: DCO: Are you familiar with subspace transporters?
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::uploads the information he found on the Claymore to the DCO's console, including the rate at which their computer was reprogrammed::
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Looks at the XO:: XO: I think its time you and I had a little talk, in my ready...  oh wait  in the passage?
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
SO: unfortunately not. In all my years in the fleet I' have always done things by the book. for better or worse
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
AS: I am familiar with the concept yes
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::turns and raises an eyebrow:: CO: Sir? As you like, sir. And yes, the passage. ::smiles, and slowly stands up, still feeling a little disoriented, but alright::
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::looks down at his console:: CO: Sir. I have something to show you about this warp trail.
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Glances around, checking who isn't busy:: CP: You have the bridge.
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::nods:: CO: Aye, sir.
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::Gets up from his chair and moves to the passage::
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::follows the captain:: CO: Sir?
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
DCO: Well, then you know just how easily such transporters can bypass graviton based shields. Perhaps any feasible shielding method. Anyhow, Green Star might have procured such technology from a variety of sources including the Ferengi and the Orions just to name two
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
IO: Lieutenant, your opinion please. ::doesn't get up from his console::
LtCmdr_Marla_Enki says:
AS: Dominion transporters are also able to punch through most deflector shielding.
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
XO: I just wanted to talk to you about chain of command and other boring things.  Any ideas?
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
AS: But I would think someone would have caught that small appearing/disappearing act by now
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
::Tries some more tricks, not sure whether they would work or not::
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
CP: My opinion? I have several. ::laughs, trying to break the tension and the ice::
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::looks at the data in her console then to the SO:: SO/IO: How could they have had such control over a Starfleet computer?
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::arrives in sickbay and prepares the first batch of inoculations::
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::chuckles:: IO: So do I, but this is pertinent to our current situation.
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
Enki: True, but so far to my reckoning, the Dominion is or was very tight-fisted with their technology DCO: There are few known methods in dealing with subspace transporters. Perhaps the greatest flaw to it is its unreliability. Still, terrorists are not unknown for taking major risks with their own lives.
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
SO/DCO: Looks like they used some sort of virus to do it. The core's being backed up right now
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
::Shakes head as he takes a glance at the data:: DCO: I don't know.. I'm not a computer expert after all... But it makes me worry a bit.. Can we find a defense against this?
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::smiles:: CO: Well, I'm not sure what you mean. Did you have a desire to change the current hierarchy?
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
XO: I just want a few more people reporting to you, and you tell me what i need to know.
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
SO: If we know exactly how the virus works perhaps we could block it. IO: But do we?
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::heads over to the helm, trying to see what situation, particularly, the CP is referring to::
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
IO: Could you think of any reason why the Idus would go from star to star following a complicated route to the Mizani system, instead of going straight there? ::shows him the data of the course they are following::
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::sends out a text only message ship wide asking for each member of the ship's crew report to sickbay when they have time for a radiation inoculation::
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
DCO: Virus design wasn't my major, or even my minor. ::smirks:: All that I could think of was damage control after the fact.
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
SO: In any event, we are looking at tactical and computer geniuses who can infiltrate virtually anywhere

ACTION - The Idun appears to be taking a highly erratic route, going from star to star, stopping and then heading to it's next point...

XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
CO: As you like Then I propose that engineering, Lt. Andrews, Cmdr. Durron, Cmdr. Gomes to report to me - in fact, I could even have them all report to me if you like, and I'll give you some happy, efficient, compiled information for your reading pleasure. ::smiles::

ACTION - A few of those lazy Engineers who haven't been doing their jobs properly wander into sickbay for injections.

DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::nods::  IO: But you couldn't recover any traces of it in the end? Of the virus I mean
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
XO: How about this: AS Reports to SO, reports to me.  CP reports to me.  THE IO, CM and DCO report to you,  You report to me?
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
DCO: Indeed... ::Shakes head:: But how can we tell them apart from the thousands, maybe even millions of Starfleet staff members...
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
::listens intently at the DCO and IO discuss programming issues that are quite familiar to him::
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
DCO: The crew of the Claymore barely got back with their ship. I'll see if I can download any code from the virus.
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::looks at the Engineers and mutters under his breath::  Engineers: Aren't you supposed to be doing something important?
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::laughs:: CO: In other words. Aye, sir, will do.
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
SO: Only if we could read each and everyone's mind ::suddenly looks around the bridge wondering who can be a spy::
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::nods to the IO::  IO: That information could save this ship. Imagine if they Aventura would be added to their fleet ...
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
::laughs as well:: XO: They say great minds think alike.  They also say fools never differ.  I wonder which we are?
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::looks at the course:: CP: Based on those stars, I'd say they're just trying to lose us. I'd recommend we take a similarly convoluted route, but for this location, maximum speed ::indicates Rimel II on the console::
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
IO: If you download the source code, try to avoid its secondary and tertiary algorithms, lest you accidentally activate the virus when it gets here.
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
IO: Why Rimel II?
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
AS: Sounds like you've written a virus or two.. ::grins::
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
CO: I suppose we'll soon find out, sir. ::smiles:: Shall we, then, sir?
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::begins giving out the inoculations and working on the second batch::
LtCmdr_Marla_Enki says:
IO: Or purged a number....
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
XO: Certainly  ::Walks back onto the bridge.::
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::is nearly about to faint from the forced professionalism::
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::begins plotting the course as suggested, waiting to pass it by the CO::
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
CP: Anything I need to know, Commander?
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
IO: Well, beyond my being able to infiltrate an admiral's computer at the Academy, I'd say I can dabble a little with such programs. ::grins with pride::
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods:: DCO: I'm afraid I can't be much of a help... ::Raises his voice:: If only this stupid thing would give me access!
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
XO: Relax, before you sprain something, Commander...  Branna.
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
CP: Because I'd always keep my leaders near the base of operations.
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CO: Yes, sir. I've been watching the route the Idus was taking and its very complicated, stopping at various star systems along the way.
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
CO: Br- uh, Baranephelion, sir. ::smiles, and follows him onto the bridge::
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
AS: I'll let you know as soon as I get anything.
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CO: Lt. Andrews suggests, as he just said, that we head via a similarly circuitous route to Rimel II where their base of operations is.
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
::nods at IO and goes back to monitoring his sensors and shield status::
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::frowns looking at the upset SO::  SO: I wonder why so much information is classified even to us
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
CP: And the advantage of that over going straight there?
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::looks a bit blank and looks at Andrews:: IO: Uhm, what the Commander asked.
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::returns to his console and pulls up the Claymore's records::
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
::Shrugs:: DCO: Maybe Starfleet wants to hide the fact they don't know all that much, and just put in these good-for-nothing classified files, so it seems they have a lot on them?
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::turns:: CO: Green Star's ship is taking a roundabout route, presumably to lose us, to keep it unapparent where they're heading. I can only guess that Xia would be heading back to their base, but in order to keep them from realizing what we're doing until it's too late, I recommend we follow a similar tactic.
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::finishes up with the last of the engineers in time to receive a batch of tactical officers::
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
SO: If I were Vulcan, I'd say "Highly illogical"
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
::gives Enki a sidelong gaze with a wry smile:: Enki: Would it be incorrect to assume that you are highly adept at electronic counter-intelligence?
SO_LtCmdr_Jackson says:
::Chuckles:: DCO: Not as illogical as you may think... Disturbing, yes, but not illogical...
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::finds the virus code in the records, then downloads it to a spare isolinear chip:: AS: Mr. Kizlev, I have one virus, on ice. Want it?
Host CO_LtCmdr_Lessing says:
:: thinks for a moment:: IO/CP: Agreed, and we might get more information on our way there.
LtCmdr_Marla_Enki says:
AS: Well... I'll just say I've worked magic with this core before.
CP_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::nods:: CO: So we stop each time?  Remember... faster than light, no left or right.
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
IO: By all means ::opens up a quarantined file directory on his console for the virus::
DCO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::raises an eyebrow at the SO::
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
::slowly walks back to his seat, as the last of the effects start to subside... he makes a note in his mind to head down there later::
IO_Lt_Andrews says:
::spins in his chair and tosses the chip across the Bridge, over the CP's head:: AS: Catch!
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
IO: Lieutenant!
CM_Cmdr_Durron says:
::sighs and prepares a set of inoculations for the bridge crew and sets it aside::
XO_LtCmdr_Ilianor says:
IO: While you are on the bridge, you will *not* throw things, or do anything else that will contribute to an unsafe workspace. Understood?
AS_Lt_Kizlev says:
Enki: Most excellent ::antennae swirls in a wavy motion in delight:: I could use your assistance.... ::spins around, snaps one hand up and deftly snatches the data chip::

ACTION - As the crew of the U.S.S. Aventura do their research and begin to prepare for the worst - the worst happens. Long range sensors beep and register a massive power surge near the star of Elorrena, and without warning the U.S.S. Idun vanishes from sensors...now you see it, now you don't.

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