Deep Space 102 - 10810.31

The Game

"Side Spinners"

Host Gerry says:
Previously on DS102:

The sensor ghosts being tracked by the USS Scorpius have taken up position on either side of the station, just at the edge of weapons range. The station has gone to yellow alert in response to the reports from the Scorpius.

The Romulan conspirators in the brig are dejected and depressed. The Romulan defectors are quiet, but seem content in their quarters on the station.

So what happens now? Only one way to find out...

Host Gerry says:
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XO_Cmdr_Mitchell  ::sets the Station on continuous Yellow Alert:: (Yellow Alert.wav)
SC_Marek says:
CO/XO: Any change on the ships' condition?
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
SC: As of yet, no.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
SC: We're still at Yellow Alert, as per your previous orders.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::In the Brig, checking the security systems for any signs of a security breach. Hand phaser set to maximum stun, walks past T'Rael and glares at her as she stops at her cell:: T'Rael: If I have my way, you and your friends will never get out of here alive.
CO_Capt_Yo`Ghi says:
SC: The last report from the Scorpius is that the sensor "ghosts" are keeping the station between them and the ship
TO_Ens_Arzas says:
::Sits at his station in the Brig, holding his rifle and glancing over at the prisoners::
SC_Marek says:
*CTO*: Please contact the Starfleet intelligence vessel on its way here. Use maximum security channel, and use the latest code. Tell them to come to total halt.
SC_Marek says:
All: Suggestions?
CO_Capt_Yo`Ghi says:
SC: The ship is not on yellow alert so not to warn the Romulans that we detected them by they will be ready to raise shields in an instant if any ship decloak
Host Gerry says:
<T'Rael>  CTO:  I am not surprised you feel this way. It's very... tactical of you.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Walks over to the TO sitting at one of the stations:: TO: I want you to walk the brig, check for anything unusual. Forcefields are at maximum but since we are dealing with an unknown class of Romulan ships, there's no telling what kind of technology they have. Set your rifle to maximum stun and stay frosty.
SC_Marek says:
CO: This uncertainty is becoming really annoying. What on Earth have they on mind?
TO_Ens_Arzas says:
::salutes:: CTO: Yes sir. ::stands up, clutching his phaser rifle and begins to patrol the brig::
SC_Marek says:
CO: We need to give them some bait, so they made the first step, luckily they first mistake
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::walks into operations and takes up a position near the bank::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
T'Rael: If you want to die, just let me know. I'll do it for free. ::Turns and walks away::
Host Gerry says:
<T'Rael>  CTO:  Again, no surprise. You are an angry woman, commander. ::smirks::
CO_Capt_Yo`Ghi says:
SC: I absolutely have no idea why and more important, how, they are doing it, by this time they should have ran out of supplies and returned to Romulan space.... there is no way those ship can operate that long this far from a base
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Shakes her head as she walks towards the other cells and stops to check on the controls next to the cell doors::
SC_Marek says:
CO: So, a logical answer to that statement would be... If not Romulan, what are they?
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
::walks over to the TAC station to make sure all scanners and sensors are operating passively::
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
::at her station running additional diagnostics on the internal forcefields::
SC_Marek says:
CO: But the most important thing... Why are they playing this game? They sent a team to attack us, then, when they got captured, they disappeared, then reappeared and do nothing... This is most intriguing.
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::stretches as she watches the room trying to stay focused::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Catches up with the TO who is walking the brig:: TO: I want double guards on each of the cells. ::Motions with her hand::
TO_Ens_Arzas says:
CTO: Yes sir. ::taps his combadge and relays the orders::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Walks over the brig control console and checks on the power allocation::
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
::while a diagnostic is running, she turns back to the encryption algorithms for the internal communications, and begins updating them::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Taps combadge:: *XO*: Sir, can I get an update on the Romulan ship's status?
SC_Marek says:
::paces on Main Operations, storming his brains, or what is left from them, to find out a logical solution to this dilemma::
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
::glances up at the SC for a moment, but goes back to her work:: ::Sojyngra has mixed emotions about this entire situation::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
*CTO*: They're apparently remaining at station keeping Commander... no change.
CO_Capt_Yo`Ghi says:
SC: I don't know, and why did they just stand there and not attack us like they did previously? By the size of those ships, I can tell that they could take both the station and Scorpius
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
SC: Captain, they may be simply observing, trying to assess us and how quickly we can respond.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Sighs:: *XO*: If I may make a recommendation... let's get on the offensive. Send out the Scorpius and whatever other Federation vessels that are in the vicinity.
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
SC: It's almost like they are waiting for something, or watching for something specific to happen.
SC_Marek says:
CO: Their goal is the key to this dilemma. It must be so obvious, that we are missing it.
SC_Marek says:
CNS: It was my first guess, and by the way, our respond time, ‘specially mine was awful. I just hope we get the change to improve it.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
*CTO*: That Commander is up to both the Station Commander and Captain Yo'Ghi...... Currently, they are discussing options as we speak.
CO_Capt_Yo`Ghi says:
SC: Do you think our prisoners could be communicating them information?
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::nods:: SC: I suppose the question still remains, what are they watching for.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
*XO*: Maybe all they want are the prisoners. Maybe that's why they haven't attacked. Have we tried to hail them?
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
CO: No unless there are telepaths amongst them.
SC_Marek says:
CO: If our security measures are effective as we think, they should be isolated on their cells.
SC_Marek says:
CNS: Have your perceive anything?
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
::walks over to the Station Commander and Scorpius Captain: Sirs: If I might offer another option?
SC_Marek says:
XO: By all means.
CO_Capt_Yo`Ghi says:
SC: Maybe they installed devices that are giving them information they are collecting.....
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
SC: No, I've not detected anything.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
SC/CO: How about this...   first, do we have any spare shuttles we don't need and can afford to lose if necessary?
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
::takes the updated algorithms and gives them a once-over:: ::double-checks them and makes sure that the new channels and encryption protocols are sent to all departments under security lock-out::
SC_Marek says:
XO: Not exactly, but if we have to... ::smirks::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
SC/CO: If we do, instead of sitting around or outright attacking them, as our Tac Chief would like to do, how about we simply go about "normal" business and send a shuttle out for some routine errand or other and happen for it to head in the direction of one of those ghost ships?
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
SC: The internal communications have been secured as ordered, sir.
CO_Capt_Yo`Ghi says:
SC/XO: Maybe we could simulate a transfer of the prisoners to the Scorpius, to see if that makes them move?
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
SC/CO: We could rig it to be remote controlled from here, so no loss of personnel if we lose it, but maybe it would be the bait they would bite?
SC_Marek says:
OPS: Acknowledged, Lieutenant. Take special care on Main Operations comm systems.
SC_Marek says:
XO: Interesting. The trick is to properly simulate the bio signatures of the prisoners. ::raises an eyebrow:: That could work.
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
SC: Yes, sir. ::turns back to check on her diagnostic of the internal forcefields for a second, to check the progress, and then begins to look at the Main Operations comm systems specifically::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Turns and approaches the TO:: TO: Ensign...::Tries to remember his name:: Ah.. Ensign Arzas.  Follow me. ::Walks to a locker and extracts a tricorder then heads to one of the prisoner cells::
SC_Marek says:
CO: If you agree, I would go with Commander Mitchell suggestion.
CO_Capt_Yo`Ghi says:
SC/XO: We have the means to get biomass on the shuttle and remote control them or program their flight in advance
TO_Ens_Arzas says:
::nods and follows the boss-lady::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
SC/CO: We'll need a bit of help from everyone to get it done
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
SC/CO:  Perhaps they are monitoring our Romulan guests, hoping for a time to retrieve them. Our guests were concerned about being caught
CO_Capt_Yo`Ghi says:
SC/XO: We only need to mask the bio-signs of the prisoners once we simulate their transport
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Taps a code into the control pad next to the cell door and enters as the forcefield drops. Motions the TO into the cell:: Prisoner: Stand back. ::Aims the phaser at him:: TO: If he moves, kill him. ::Opens the tricorder and begins scanning the prisoner::
SC_Marek says:
CO/XO/CNS: Very well, let’s proceed then. I am beginning to feel like a caged lion here... ::wonders why he said that:: ::raises an eyebrow and return to his central chair::
TO_Ens_Arzas says:
::nods and gestures with a rifle::
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::nods:: SC: Interesting analogy.
SC_Marek says:
CNS: Never mind, Counselor, I am just an old Vulcan Captain...
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
*CTO*: Commander, meet me in the Main Shuttle Bay, on the double, and bring one of your best finaglers with you
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
Prisoner: What kind of transmitters do you have embedded on your person?
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
SC: There is nothing wrong with that.
SC_Marek says:
CO: Please see to inform the Scorpius crew.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
OPS: We're gonna need your help here with those bio-signatures and some extra mass to match them
SC_Marek says:
OPS: Contact the SF transport. ::sends his codes to the OPS console:: Tell them to reassume course at their slowest impulse speed possible.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Taps combadge:: *XO*: On my way, Sir.  Prisoner: This is your lucky day... got to go. ::Closes tricorder and gestures the TO out of the cell then reactivates the forcefield:: TO: You're with me.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
SC/CO: I think I can handle the nav programming, but if either of you has some knowledge, your help would be appreciated as I'm a bit rusty
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Gives last minute instructions to the Brig crew and heads out the door for the nearest turbolift::
CO_Capt_Yo`Ghi says:
SC: I'll only transmit the information about a transfer, not about the bait
SC_Marek says:
CO: ::nods::
TO_Ens_Arzas says:
::nods to the CTO::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
::heads for he OPS turbolift::
TO_Ens_Arzas says:
::follows the CTO::
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
::is attempting to add an additional layer of encryption to the Main Operations comm systems::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Taps the control pad next to the turbolift door and enters when the doors swoosh open::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Waits for the TO to enter the turbolift::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
::enters the lift: Computer: Main Station Shuttle Bay::
SC_Marek says:
::taps in his console and send a highly encrypted communiqué to Admiral Taylor, with the same information that the CO will send to the Scorpius::
TO_Ens_Arzas says:
::enters the lift and nods to the CTO::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
Turbolift: Computer, Main Shuttlebay.
SC_Marek says:
::thinks:: Self: There will be time to explain the whole thing to Adm. Taylor, later .
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
TO: Be ready for anything, Arzas. ::Checks her phaser as they ride to the shuttlebay::
TO_Ens_Arzas says:
::checks his phaser::
Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  Tight-beam encrypted communications traffic is detected between the two sensor ghosts by the Station and the Scorpius
SC_Marek says:
::links his console with Tactical Station::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Exits the turbolift and jogs down the corridor to the Main Shuttlebay. Enters as the doors open::
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
::sees something on sensors and turns to see what it is::
CO_Capt_Yo`Ghi says:
:: sending a coded message to the Scorpius about the prisoner transfer by shuttle ::
TO_Ens_Arzas says:
::walks just behind the CTO::
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
SC: Captain, we're detecting encrypted communications traffic between the sensor ghosts.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Stops just inside the shuttlebay and looks for the XO::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
::arrives to Main Station Shuttle Bay and sees the Chief and her assistant arriving as well::
SC_Marek says:
*XO*: I will join you in a minute. ::stands up and heads to the TL::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Turns as the XO enters the shuttlebay:: XO: Sir. What's going on? Are we going on the offensive?
SC_Marek says:
OPS: Try to decrypt it immediately.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
CTO/TO: Okay, here's the drill, we're not going to be offensive, but we're definitely going to lay a possible trap, if they'll take the bait.
SC_Marek says:
CNS: Assist OPS with the decryption. I will be in Main Shuttle Bay.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
XO: Trap, Sir? With one of these? ::Motions to the parked shuttles::
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
SC: I'm trying, sir. I'm not having much luck so far.
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
SC: Aye Captain.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
CTO/TO: We're going to use a shuttle, preferably one the Station Commander tells us we can waste, and rig it to fly unmanned on a routine errand flight which just happens to take it all to close to the two ghosts out there.
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::moves closer to the OPS station and pulls up the information to help with the decryption::  OPS: What do you think?
SC_Marek says:
::enters the TL:: *XO/CTO/CO*: OPS has just informed that heavy encrypted traffic is taking place between the two ships. They are working on the decryption.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
XO: To what end, Sir? We should rig it on a collision course and to blow on impact.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
CTO/TO: We'll uses false bio-signatures and load some comparable mass to our prisoners aboard, then launch and remote control the thing from here.
SC_Marek says:
::arrives to Main Shuttle Bay::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
CTO: I know what you'd like to do, but that's still the "Big Guys" call, and right now, I think he doesn't want to start something he might not be able to finish...
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
CNS: I'm not sure. So far, I only have the words "at the ready." It could take several hours to decrypt the rest.
SC_Marek says:
::enters the room and joins the officers there::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
SC: ::turns to the arriving Station Commander:: Your choice, Sir?
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Shakes her head then see's the SC enter the shuttlebay:: SC: Sir.
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
CNS: At least the computer's recognition of that phrase gives us some clue as to what the encryption algorithms might be, mathematically speaking, even though it's not anything I recognize. That is, assuming that the computer is correct about those three words.
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
OPS:  Well, we'll see what putting our heads together can do.
SC_Marek says:
::moves next to Flight Control console and points at the screen:: XO: That shuttle would work. It is normally used to patrol the area, so will be the perfect choice.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
XO: What would you like me to do, Sir?
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
SC: Excellent Sir, We'll get to work right away.
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
OPS: Considering the amount of information for decryption that the Commander Ryan entered, I'm fairly sure the computer is correct.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
CTO/TO: Okay, get those sleeves rolled up and lets get to it.
SC_Marek says:
XO: Let me help you with the shuttle navigational course programming.
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
CNS: ::takes one step to the side so that they can both access the controls at her station easily:: Of course. It was not my intention to question the commander or the computer. I just tend to consider things to be hypotheses, until I have significant proof.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Thinks: I'm a tactical officer, a warrior, not an engineer. Holsters her phaser and takes off her jacket, tossing it on a crate by the door. Moves towards the shuttle::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
::heads to the navigational console on the shuttle with the Station Commander::
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
CNS: ::adds after a brief pause:: And now, we have a puzzle and a very interesting working hypothesis. ::half smile as her left hand flies across the buttons on her console::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Enters the shuttlecraft and heads for the cockpit::
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::nods:: OPS:  I can understand that.
TO_Ens_Arzas says:
::follows and watches the CTO::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Sits down at one of the consoles and taps the buttons, reconfiguring the shuttle systems for remote piloting:: XO: Hope I haven't forgotten how to do this, Sir. ::Taps away::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
TO: Ensign, don't just stand there watching...  gather up some mass we can use... preferably nothing of value. ::winks to the Station Commander::
SC_Marek says:
XO: Remember, we need to add some random flight algorithms on the flight pattern, just to simulate a human response when the shuttle hits the ships. Otherwise, they could guess it was an automated flight.
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
::The CNS and OPS can now see more words "Be at the ready, the countdown is nearly complete. Be at the ready."::
SC_Marek says:
::overhears the CTO: CTO: Well, as humans use to say... "It is like riding a bicycle"
TO_Ens_Arzas says:
::nods and grins:: CTO: Right on it sir. ::begins looking through the cargo bay for useless stuff::
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
XO: Okay, bridging the shuttle navigational controls to the station's main nav computer. ::taps, slides and taps some more::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
SC: Well, it won't exactly be automated. If the Chief rigs it just right and we control it from here just right, we'll be able to do whatever we want it to do.
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
CNS: Now it's a theory. 
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
*SC*: We have the full message now, sir.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
XO: I can rig it to detonate as well, Sirs. ::Can only hope::
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
*OPS*: Lieutenant, do you have the calculations for the mass we need and the bio-signatures for the prisoners yet?
SC_Marek says:
*OPS*: Go ahead, Lieutenant.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
XO: I can tie in the tactical controls as well.
TO_Ens_Arzas says:
::brings up an armload of old storage crates:: CTO: This do, sir?
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
*SC*: "Be at the ready, the countdown is nearly complete. Be at the ready." That's the message.
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::reads the message::  OPS: Doesn't sound good. Whatever they are waiting for is almost upon us.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
CTO: Good Commander, see to it best you can.
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
CNS: Indeed, sir.
SC_Marek says:
*OPS/CNS*: Acknowledged. Good work.
Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  One of the sensor ghosts decloaks to reveal a giant Romulan Vessel...
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Looks at the TO with crates in his arms:: TO: I guess so.... put them over there. ::Nods in a direction::
SC_Marek says:
XO: We better hurry. OPS has just informed me that they have a countdown running and it is almost complete. That sounds grim.
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
::Taps the console and begins bridging the tactical systems into the station's tactical control systems::
TO_Ens_Arzas says:
::nods to the CTO and sets the crates down with a grunt::
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
OPS: Here we go...
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
TO: What's in those crates, Arzas?
OPS_Lt_Sojyngra says:
*SC*: The counselor was able to provide some much-needed insight, based on what Commander Ryan had entered in the computer.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
::finishes up with the navigation programming:: SC: Great, Sir, I think we've got it now.
SC_Marek says:
XO: The question still remains... What are they seeking? For good or for bad we will soon know...
CO_Capt_Yo`Ghi says:
*SC*: Captain, we have a Romulan ship uncloaking
TO_Ens_Arzas says:
::scratches his head:: CTO: Dunno, but they're heavy.
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell says:
::thinks to himself, oh sh........::
Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The giant vessel's shields come up and weapons go hot...
SC_Marek says:
*OPS*: Yes, of course
CTO_Cmdr_Ryan says:
XO: Tactical systems are now complete. We can control the weapons from here.
SC_Marek says:
*CO*: Red Alert!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
CO_Capt_Yo`Ghi says:
OPS: Red alert
XO_Cmdr_Mitchell (REDALERT.wav)
Host Gerry says:
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