Deep Space 102 Mission Transcript - 10806.20

The Game

"Rules of Engagement"

Previously on DS102:

The crew had begun to zero in on the rogue Romulan element aboard the station. They were working on decoding a new Romulan encryption being used by the suspected renegades. Meanwhile, the USS Scorpius is still tracking two sensor ghosts that appear to be invisible to stations sensors. Decoding work and surveillance continue at this time.

Host Gerry says:
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CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::In Science Lab A7 digging through the cargo crate, looking for a box containing data chips::
CMO_Cmdr_Turok says:
::Standing in OPS watching the action::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::going trough encrypted flying logs, checking when the Scorpius is scheduled for refueling::
TO_Lt_LaRochelle says:
:: in OPS at the Tactical Station, keeping an eye on the suspects ::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Drops several items from the cargo crate onto the lab floor as she digs through the mess::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
XO: I will be in Science Lab A7; I will give a hand to the CTO. You got OPS.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
SC: Aye Skipper
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::stands up and heads to the TL:
SC_Capt_Marek says:
XO: Ah, please see to inform me when the Scorpius returns from the patrolling.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::enters the TL and directs it to the Science Lab A7's level::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
SC: Yes Sir...
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::exits the TL and walks to the Science Lab::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Grabs the box at the bottom of the crate and holds it up:: Self: Ahh.. ha! ::Stands up and walks over to the computer taking the box of data chips with her:::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::enters the Lab::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
TO: Lieutenant - what's the latest report on the Scorpius?
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: I see you find the device your were looking for ::raises an eyebrow::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Sets the box on the counter top then taps the computer accessing the Romulan files. Looks to the door as the SC walks in:: SC: Sir. ::Turns her attention back to the computer::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: Well, I decided to give you a hand here. You are the expert, so please, tell me what I can I do to assist you. We desperately need to crack this code.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
SC: Actually it's not a device. They're data chips containing some very unusual algorithms I picked up along my travels.
TO_Lt_LaRochelle says:
XO: They are not yet on sensor range but they should not be very far by now
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
TO: Send them a coded message - but low priority - asking what they're current plans are..... Mostly, would like to get some "chatter" going to maybe get somebody to think we're up to something
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Sets up the computer to receive the new algorithms then opens the box and takes out a chip. Inserts it into the panel and begins uploading to the station computer:: SC: If you wouldn't mind, Sir, take a seat over at that terminal and monitor the data. ::Motions to the terminal behind her::
TO_Lt_LaRochelle says:
XO: Yes sir
CMO_Cmdr_Turok says:
XO: Do we know if they have intercepted any previous messages?
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::sits down, accesses the terminal and begins working:: CTO: Very well. To be honest, in all my years as Tactical Officer I have never seen such a good codification algorithms
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Taps the computer console and begins running the algorithms then loads another data chip::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
CMO: No, we can't tell if they have or not... :: looks to the tactical officer for answers::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
SC: I have more. As the computer completes one it will begin another. Any decryption will appear on the left side of your screen. I should warn you this may not work and it will take a few hours, Sir.
TO_Lt_LaRochelle says:
:: prepare and send a coded message for the USS Scorpius ::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: It is better to have tried and failed, than never have tried at all. Let's cross our fingers.
CMO_Cmdr_Turok says:
XO: Interesting, but we do believe the insurgents to be of Romulan origin?
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
SC: Yes, Sir. ::Loads another data chip into the computer::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
CMO: The jury's still out on that one, but that seems to be the indication we've gotten to date.... I have to wonder if the "Vulcans" we've now got under surveillance are really Vulcan or their cousins
TO_Lt_LaRochelle says:
XO: I have received an answer from the Scorpius, Captain Yo'Ghi says they are returning form patrol and should be here in less than a day at current speed but can get sooner if needed
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
TO: Send my regards and acknowledgements
CNS_Rand says:
::enters the lab where the CTO is working::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Looks up as the CNS walks in:: CNS: Commander. I could use a little help uploading these data chips into the station computer. ::Pushes the box of chips across the counter top::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
CNS: With both of us uploading it will make the job go faster. ::Grins::
CNS_Rand says:
::sits down at an available console and picks up a few of the chips:: CTO: I'd be glad to help  ::begins uploading the information from the chips:: 
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
CNS: Umm...sorry about the condition of the chips. I've had them for years. Been collecting unusual algorithms from all over the galaxy.
CNS_Rand says:
CTO:  Logically it should  ::smiles::  We'll see what the computer decides to do 
TO_Lt_LaRochelle says:
XO: Yes sir
TO_Lt_LaRochelle says:
XO: Sir, any plans on what we are going to do next about the suspects?
CNS_Rand says:
CTO: At least you have them, and hopefully they'll be able to break through this encryption. ::switches the chip for a new one::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
*XO*: Any news from the undercover surveillance teams?
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
TO: Not my call Lieutenant.... but I've a thought or two I'll share with Captain Marek should he ask my opinion
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
SC: So you're absolutely sure these alleged Vulcans aren't really Romulans? I think we need to get a sample of their DNA, run some tests. They could have been genetically altered to throw off our sensors.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
*SC*: No, all is quiet at the moment. All our people are in position and monitoring the subjects
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
SC: Shouldn't be too hard to get a DNA sample.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: That would be a certain possibility. But we must first crack their communication code. Then we can think of a way to obtain their DNA without risking them to know we are after them
SC_Capt_Marek says:
*XO*: Acknowledged, Commander.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: We need to maintain them thinking we are still completely ignorant of their presence aboard.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Shoves another data chip into the slot on the panel, taps a few buttons to start the upload:: SC: My thought is, we have one of the undercover team accidentally bump into one of them, start a little fist fight, take a little skin, hair, whatever....
CNS_Rand says:
::begins downloading another of Commander Ryan's data chips::
TO_Lt_LaRochelle says:
XO: Maybe you should not wait for him to ask and offer your opinion
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: That idea crossed my mind; however, I do not want to take any risks at all, until we have this code cracked. Then, we will in position of making any move we want.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
TO: A good XO knows when to and when not to offer an opinion...... Captain Marek has his plan mapped out for the moment. We'll see how that plays out and go from there
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Walks over to the SC's terminal and looks at the screen:: SC: The computer has run three algorithms so far and so far... Zip! Only another hundred or so to go. ::Frowns::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
SC: With all due respect, Sir, the longer we wait to make a move the more time they have to execute their plan...whatever that is.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::frowns:: CTO/CNS: Let's give it a try for a little while... Then, we will use the old Starfleet Tactical branch style... Shoot first, ask later
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
TO: Do we have anything unusual at all with any of the ships coming and going as of late?
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CTO/CNS: I just do not want to unleash the old "trigger happy" Marek. It cost me years to learn how to control this ... dark side of my personality.
CNS_Rand says:
::nods:: SC: Understood, Captain. ::switches to a new chip::
CNS_Rand says:
SC: I don't think you have to worry about that. It seems like you've worked too hard to fall back to that.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: However, I will be preparing the field operation, just in case
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
SC: This could take hours, Sir. In the meantime you could order the undercover team to obtain a DNA sample. We'll need a little time to test the samples as well. Hmm... seems that time is not on our side.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
CMO: Doc, have you come up with anything that might indicate our suspects are something other than what they appear to be?
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Looks at the half empty box of chips:: CNS: Well, only fifty or so to go, Counselor.
CMO_Cmdr_Turok says:
XO: No sir, I would need to do a much more thorough exam on them and I don't believe we could do it in the depth I need without their knowledge.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
SC: Once we get the DNA samples we could use the Doctor's assistance in running the tests.
CNS_Rand says:
CTO: Should keep us out of trouble for a little while.
CMO_Cmdr_Turok says:
XO: A DNA sample would be a good start and getting them to sickbay would be invaluable.
CMO_Cmdr_Turok says:
XO: Perhaps we could concoct a false medical emergency and bring them in.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
*XO*: Commander Mitchell, pick two of the best men from the undercover team and send them to Science Lab 7 to meet me here.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
CNS: Trouble is my middle name, Commander. ::Shoves another chip into the slot and taps a few buttons::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
TO: Doc makes a good point. See if you can get your people to covertly obtain some samples from where the suspects have been.... nothing overt or direct... I want this on the QT
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
*SC*: Sorry Sir, was working on something..... We'll have two Tacs sent immediately... :: looks to TO::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
TO: Make it happen
SC_Capt_Marek says:
*XO*: Acknowledged.
TO_Lt_LaRochelle says:
XO: Doing it right now
CNS_Rand says:
::chuckles:: CTO: Couldn't be in tactical without it.
TO_Lt_LaRochelle says:
XO: I'll to have them look for any object that could have collected such evidence
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Smiles at the CNS' comment then leans over the counter top and whispers:: CNS: Truth be known, I'd rather be the one to gather those samples!
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CTO/CNS: You wanted samples? You will have samples, the Station Staff always delivers... ::smiles::
CNS_Rand says:
::nods:: CTO: I'm sure you would, that's where the action is. ::switches the chips again::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
TO: Anything they've touched, anything they've sat in, anything they've come into contact with... there'll be samples aplenty
TO_Lt_LaRochelle says:
XO: DNA doesn't fall that easy, fingerprints are easier to collect
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::still waiting for those Tacticals::
CNS_Rand says:
::watches as the data scrolls across the screen::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
< TO_PO Gun > ::enters Science Lab 7::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
< TO_PO Gun > SC: Reporting as ordered, Captain.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::notices the TO_PO Gun entering the Science Lab::
Host Gerry says:
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