[19:01] Usually there are at least six or seven people in #uss-coronado-ooc by now. Surprising to only see four. [19:01] ...Eight... nine... [19:02] lol [19:02] Including LCARs, who is people too. =P [19:02] LCARS is not people. [19:02] ::watches the discussion of his personality with great interest:: :P [19:02] LCARS is most definatly not people... [19:02] ::watches the discussion of his personality with great interest:: :P [19:02] LCARS is a turd [19:02] ::tosses Canterbury a cookie, then gives Tal another cookie... up her ass:: [19:02] LMAO!!! [19:02] ::pulls the cookie out of Tal's ass and puts it in McC's mouth:: [19:02] Ow! Take it out! Take it OUT! [19:02] oh... good... [19:02] *teleports away before that happens* [19:03] uhm, ew [19:03] Ok... that was just gross... [19:03] * Reaver (~fdeziel@CPE00207800d5fc- CM000a739ba73f.cpe.net.cable.rogers.com) has joined #uss-coronado [19:03] * CoroLCARS sets mode: +o Reaver [19:03] Computer recognizes Reaver. Authorization and command codes enabled. [19:03] yeck [19:03] * L2FLWolf is now known as L2FL_Wolf [19:03] * CMCO_Daren listens to ESB SE score...for some odd reason tonight :) [19:03] Yeah well. ;) Good starting point, I think. [19:03] Let's get moving. [19:03] Take it out and feed it to her! yuck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [19:03] * Jester is now known as Tebrun_LoraKor [19:03] Commodore, whenever you're ready. [19:03] LCARS, let's do it... (Tone Loc) [19:03] * CoroLCARS =/\= CMCO_Daren has called: ATTENTION ON DECK =/\= [19:03] * CoroLCARS changes topic to '=/\= U.S.S. Coronado, NCC-97901... http://www.jestertrek.com/coro2400/ =/\= Sim in progress! =-= Coronado sims at 9:00pm ET Mondays, with an after-sim most weeks immediately following!' [19:03] * CoroLCARS sets mode: +m [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] ::nibbles his unassed cookie at attn:: [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] * CRXO_Tal snaps to attention. [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] ""attn"" [19:03] ::attn:: [19:04] * MG_Ironside was kicked by Reaver (Reaver) [19:04] Hey, MG_Ironside got kicked! That isn't very nice, Reaver! [19:04] * CoroLCARS sets mode: -o+b Reaver *!*fdeziel@*.cpe.net.cable.rogers.com [19:04] * Reaver was kicked by CoroLCARS ([LCARS PROTECTION]) [19:04] Hey, Reaver got kicked! That isn't very nice, CoroLCARS! [19:04] * CoroLCARS sets mode: -o+b CoroLCARS *!*CoroLCARS@*.client.comcast.net [19:04] ::attn:: [19:04] Um. [19:04] * Retrieving #uss-coronado modes... [19:04] ::attn:: [19:04] * CRXO_Tal sets mode: +o CoroLCARS [19:04] * Tebrun_LoraKor sets mode: -bb *!*CoroLCARS@*.client.comcast.net *!*fdeziel@*.cpe.net.cable.rogers.com [19:04] * Reaver (~fdeziel@CPE00207800d5fc- CM000a739ba73f.cpe.net.cable.rogers.com) has joined #uss-coronado [19:04] * CoroLCARS sets mode: +o Reaver [19:04] * CPS3_Savant points and snickers [19:04] ((Man that was funny.... :) )) [19:04] * Reaver is now known as MG-Ironside [19:04] LCARS knows the end is near... :) [19:05] Shhhh! :) [19:05] * MG-Ironside is now known as MG_Ironside [19:05] OK, welcome everyone, to the final 10 Coronado sims. [19:05] ::sniffles:: [19:05] Forgive us if we don't all get up and cheer :\ [19:05] ::returns to attn:: [19:05] Coro's had a good run. Let's see to it that she goes out with a bang. :) Here's the briefing. [19:06] =Sim Briefing!= Please type "ack" after you've read it... [19:06] Stardate 240406.28: "Lost Soul", Part 1, by Jester. [19:06] SUMMARY: Battle lines. [19:06] Coronado has returned to the large nebula approximately 80 light-years "northwest" of Reor'sa. According to Savant's calculations, in a few days, a new anomaly will appear here. After a lengthy search, Coronado found the location the anomaly will appear in the nebula. [19:06] Unfortunately, the Xur had already reached the location and garrisoned it with at least six carriers and an unknown number of strike craft. Over the last few weeks, preliminary skirmishes have been taking place with the Xur forces attempting to reinforce the enemy position. [19:06] Also in the intervening weeks, a large Defender fleet has been gathered to confront the Xur main body. However, without false matter shields or false matter torpedoes, the Xur carrier group has the Defender group -- mostly smaller ships -- somewhat outgunned within the nebula itself... [19:06] Briefing complete. [19:06] * CRXO_Tal acknowledges with a crisp salute. [19:06] ack [19:06] ack [19:06] ack [19:06] ack [19:06] ack [19:06] ack [19:06] ack [19:06] ackety ack [19:06] ack [19:06] ack [19:07] Tonight, we reenact one of those preliminary skirmishes. As stated in the teaser, the Xur are using a number of newly formed (in the sense that they are a mere 50,000 years old or so) blue stars just outside the nebula. [19:08] They hop into these systems, then apparently use them as way-points to hop the rest of the distance into the nebula. We know the rift drive has a limited "range": usually on the order of 40 light-years or so (though the Pfhor can push it to 100). [19:08] ack [19:09] A number of the systems were mined, and the mined systems generally catch a carrier, but the Xur learn fast. However, we've also learned that they remain in these waypoint systems for as much as 8 minutes, recharging their rift drives for the next jump. [19:09] This gives the slipstream-capable ships like Coro a chance to slipstream into the system a minute or two after a carrier appears, and gives her and the support group with her about six minutes to take out the carrier and the associated fighters. [19:09] ::cracks knuckles:: [19:10] Any questions about the set-up? [19:10] ::mutters something about taking twice as long just to take out a few fighters, much less a carrier:: [19:11] Good. Second item. Last week, I asked for e-mails from people interested in doing tac sims based on this episode. I received only three responses. [19:11] ::blinks, remaining at attn:: [19:11] ::Arches eyebrow:: [19:11] ::glares at those who didn't respond:: [19:11] ::raises:: [19:11] I can do tac sims with three, but they're likely to be pretty short and brutal. ;) So, if you're still interested or you're interested but just didn't get around to sending me an e-mail, catch me afterwards and we can chat about it. I'm still interested in running them. [19:12] Commander Farley, a question? [19:12] Are we doing the tac sim tonight? I thought it was for another night other then Monady? [19:12] ::raises:: [19:13] It'll be for a day other than Monday. That's what I want to talk about after the sim tonight with those interested: what day we want to do it this week. [19:13] Commodore Daren? [19:13] thank you [19:13] ::raises:: What other ships do we have with which to form smaller "battlegroups" with? Part of Daren's plan for the main event consiste of sending groups out to different locations...including one with a Science vessel of some kind to attempt a 'psyops' type of mission... [19:14] Coronado is to head one of them...hopefully about 3-4 large ships per group and their allotment of fighters. [19:14] For tonight, Coronado's hunter-killer group will comprise Coro herself and four Furious class destroyer-escorts, with four more similar ships (Defiant IIs, Furious) in reserve for tougher engagements. [19:14] Similar hunter-killer groups have been formed around Vanguard, Destiny, and a couple of other ships. [19:14] ::nods:: Alrighty [19:14] The preliminary phase involves preventing reinforcements from reaching the Xur stronghold in the nebula. [19:15] Any other questions? [19:15] ::Raises:: [19:15] where is the flag staff currently stationed? ^_^ [19:15] Captain Savant (and welcome back, by the way). :) [19:16] and thank you ^_^ [19:16] What Flag Staff? ;) [19:16] okay. rephrase. where the hell am i? ^_^ [19:16] Aren't you everywhere? [19:16] Omnipresent I believe. Next question. [19:16] Shhh, fools! [19:16] so helpful you are :p [19:17] Long story. Short version: the flag staff scattered to the four winds in the weeks you've been gone. Captain Bentall is commanding Blackrazor (herself one of the reserve ships that can be called into an engagement). Captain Drexler is commanding Xanadu. General Ironside has the totality of the Defender ground forces (in this area to potentially capture Xur carriers, if it can be done safely). [19:17] Tebrun Lora Kor is retired, and is currently in a Wraith somewhere south and west of the nebula, waiting to be called in. He's flying that Wraith. [19:17] then Savant will be what's tying everyone together ^_^ [19:18] To an extent. Remember that ansible and subspace don't function within the nebula, but will work in the stellar nursery area just outside where the skirmishes are taking place. [19:18] well, then you guys are on your freakin own ^_^ [19:18] In a similar fashion, FM shields and weapons also function in this region. [19:18] * CPS3_Savant is now known as Savant [19:19] Any other questions [19:19] ? [19:20] ::raises:: [19:20] Commander Tal? [19:20] I believe you mentioned housekeeping chores last week, sir. [19:20] And the week before. [19:20] Yep, so I did. Was waiting to make sure there were no other questions. [19:21] One of my victims isn't here, so I'll content myself with the ones who are. Captain Bentall, step forward! [19:21] * COco_Bentall is now known as CPco_Bentall [19:21] ::steps forward:: [19:23] Captain, it is my pleasure first, to inform you that you have qualified for the Starfleet Service Medal with Silver Cluster for accumlating 250 points aboard Coronado over the course of nearly five years. Congratulations! :) [19:23] ::applauds:: [19:23] ::applauds:: [19:23] ::claps politely:: well done ^_^ [19:23] ::claps:: [19:23] Thank you. :) [19:23] ::claps:: [19:23] ::claps:: [19:23] It's been a pleasure. [19:23] ::applauds:: [19:23] ::applauds:; [19:23] ::claps:: [19:23] ::claps:: [19:25] 250 points as Jarod Bentall, I should say. :) And it's been a pleasure having you aboard. Second, it is my pleasure to award you the Intelligence Star, for your actions in assisting Coronado and her sister ships in preparing for the Xur threat. Congratulations. :) [19:25] ::continues to clap:: [19:25] ::applauds more:: [19:25] ::falls over from the weight of five years worth of medals:: [19:25] ::claps:: [19:25] ::applauds:: [19:25] ::resumes clapping:: [19:25] ::claps:: [19:26] ::stares at the cloned captain with a mix of contempt and admiration before clapping lightly:: [19:26] ::claps:: [19:26] ::grins and claps:: Well done, Captain. And I've just noticed that my second victim is also not available at present. [19:26] ::claps:: [19:27] Maybe we should sound the foghorn... ;) [19:27] <> [19:27] Maybe so. But while you're up, Commodore Daren, step forward. [19:27] eh? ::steps forward:: [19:28] Commodore, I don't think I say enough about how appreciative I am of your help and support in running the Coronado sim. You are essentially Coro's second CO, without which the sim would not be nearly as fun or successful as it is. [19:28] Amen to that. [19:29] I object to him buttering me up... ::grins:: [19:29] And thank you. I do what I can. [19:29] What I can do is recognize you with the Atlas award for your outstanding contributions to the OOC operation of the Coronado sim, and the Pallas Medal, for your outstanding IC role-playing of the Commodore William Daren character. Congratulations. :) [19:29] ::claps politely:: well deserved too [19:29] ::whoops loudly:: [19:29] ::applauds:: [19:30] ::claps:: [19:30] ::applauds:: [19:30] ::claps:: [19:30] ::applauds loudly:: [19:30] ::nods graciously:: [19:30] ::claps:: [19:30] oh [19:30] ::applauds:: [19:30] ::claps:: [19:30] ::applauds:: [19:31] Well done, Commodore. :) Since my other two immediate victims aren't present at the moment and we're at 30 minutes after, I'll stop there. Expect more house-keeping duties during the other 9 sims we have left. ;) [19:31] Any final questions before we roll? [19:32] Right. Let's sim. :) [19:32] =.\= =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= SIM START =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= =.\= [19:32] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:32] * Brad is now known as CP_Drexler [19:32] Razor> ::sitting in his command chair, drumming his fingers on the arm rest:: [19:33] M> Oh, that is excellent. I shall be looking very much forward to your progress, I'm sure there will be much. [19:33] ::Savant had only just sorted out the mess of data she had been swamped with. The reoganization of the fleet had made her clean up her own shop, something that she didn't much appreciate. But since it wasn't technically *her* processing space, she didn't have much say.:: [19:33] =.\ction= The deck 9 CIC aboard Coronado is currently a VERY busy place, showing the edge of the nebula and markers for the eight active hunter-killer groups. Coronado is near the "middle" of the roughly-C-shaped formation, about 12 light-years from the two groups on either side. [19:33] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:33] E> ::is at his post, doing his duty..:: [19:33] M> Now, remember, the joint is still tender. Try not to exert too heavily upon it. All right? [19:33] Razor> Helm Officer> Captain, we're nearing our holding area. [19:33] M> Good. On your way, then. [19:33] E> Skylooker & Gannsen, how did your battle drills go? [19:34] ::conferring off to the side with the new assistant flight ops, then sends him on his way:: [19:34] E> ::looks up and shakes head:: [19:34] =Description= Each group has sufficient slipstream-capable ships to be a credible threat to a Xur carrier or small carrier group. Intermixed between the eight primary groups are two reserve groups that any of the eight may call into heavier engagements. Right now, all is quiet. [19:34] ::Savant began tentatively sending her registers out; first carefully, but then with growing confidence once she had herself established and saw that the network was much the same as when she left it.:: [19:34] Razor> Very well Ensign. When we get there bring us to a stop. Lt. Embry, activate the cloaking device. It'll work until we are needed in the nebula to reinforce the attack. [19:34] ::leans forward against his console, rubbing the sinus on the right side of his nose with an outstretched forefinger:: [19:34] E> It was a slow proces at first, but my departement team was able to fix a few time consuming "problem"... So we are in place. [19:34] ::sits in her chair on the bridge, watching tactical and strategic data scroll across her console's screen:: [19:35] ::stands in a hanger situated in the Spaceport within Alexandria, arms crossed and watching groups of technicians as they swarm over the numerous Nightmare fighters that appeared out of the fourth chamber several weeks ago following the General's conversation with Olmy:: [19:35] * MG_Ironside is now known as MG_Ironside_X2 [19:35] CIC> ::nods approvingly at how the "battlegroups" seemed to have formed up:: [19:35] Razor> ::In a smooth, pleasant tone:: The Semi Autonomous Varied Algorithm Network Trainer is now online. [19:36] CIC> ::In a smooth, pleasant tone:: The Semi Autonomous Varied Algorithm Network Trainer is now online.\ [19:36] E> I want you 2 to split your teams in half so we can twice as many to cover this ship when ever something happens. [19:36] F>::banks at waypoint heads down side of coro:: [19:36] Razor> ::blinks and looks around:: Who in the hell allowed that blasted hologram on this ship?! [19:37] E> ::nods and take out a padds with that information already on it...:: Out of anticipations. ::smile and hand out the padd:: [19:37] Razor> Lt. Embry> Alliance Command orders Captain. It happened before you came aboard. [19:37] Xanadu> ::In a smooth, pleasant tone:: The Semi Autonomous Varied Algorithm Network Trainer is now online. [19:37] Helm, ready on slipstream. Heading 2-1-7 mark 4-niner. Wait to engage until the word is given. We'll want to drop in on any Xur carriers entering that star's gravity well while they're still in transit of the system. [19:37] ::nods at a squad of pilots as the enter the hangar in their flight suits, changing direction to head towards a quartet of Nightmares that have, presumably, been prepped for a training flight:: [19:37] Razor> I'm flattered, captain Bentall. [19:37] Razor> ::sighs heavily:: Hello Savant. [19:37] ::nods and does likewise:: I have a problem with my roster though [19:37] =.\ction= An alert sounds: a marker appears in one of the systems between the eight HK groups and the nebula. A rift formation. It's in one of the systems on the extreme south edge of the area, in Vanguard's operational area. [19:37] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:37] E> I want each team to have certain areas to cover so they know and are ready to go a second after their needed. [19:38] X2> ::In Ironside's helmet:: Good morning, Jeremy. How are you? [19:38] < in my last line>> [19:38] X2> ::sits in his office in Alexandria, going over some reports:: [19:38] Razor> Well enough. Don't worry, I won't bother you. [19:38] ::slides in behind the helm:: Yes ma'am [19:38] X2> ::In Ironside's communicator, then:: Good morning, Jeremy. How are you? [19:38] E> Gannsen what would that problem be? [19:38] =.\ction= The rift hasn't even completely formed before Vanguard's group vanishes from sensors. [19:38] ::taps the controls on her armrest:: +taps+ Commodore Daren, from Commander Tal. [19:38] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:39] X2> ::In Drexler's office:: Good morning, Sieven. [19:39] Razor> Sorry for my outburst, it's just you've had the bad habit of doing things on the ships you're on without the Captains knowledge or approval. Please try and refrain from doing that aboard this ship. She's unique in the fleet. [19:39] ::imperceptibly glances up:: Unecessarily aggravated at Olmy's providing these vessels without training manuals. [19:39] ::plots the slipstream jump:: 217 mark 49, standing by slipstream. [19:39] * Natty (~trekkiemo@adsl-69-108-13-179.dsl.scrm01.pacbell.net) has left #uss-coronado [19:39] CIC> +taps+ Daren here... [19:39] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:39] Razor> Helm Officer> All stop Captain. We're in the reserve holding area. [19:40] X2> ::Savants' hologram shivered into being beside Ironside. She was still wearing the old black uniform, though the communicator was absent:: Would you like me to take a look at them? [19:40] CIC> ::nods at an officer sitting and the larger holotable:: That looks good, keep going... [19:40] E> Somehow Im one person short in Main Engineering [19:40] +taps+ Coronado group is ready and standing by to move out upon your orders or upon sighting Xur carriers in our designated sector. [19:40] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:40] =.\ction= Transwarp has its advantages. It's less than a minute before Vanguard's group appears in the target system and the marker changes, indicating the battle has been joined. [19:40] Razor> I'm never one to do anything that isn't inthe best interest of a ship, no more than you're prone to do something to hurt yourself without good cause. [19:40] * L2FL_Wolf (~me@ip68-226-106-166.ph.ph.cox.net) Quit (Ping timeout) [19:41] Razor> Lt. Embry> ::activates the cloaking device:: Cloaking device activated Captain. I guess we wait now? [19:41] E> That person will be with me. [19:41] By all means. We've gotten as many pilots into them as possible for training runs in order to widen our operator pool, but we have no idea whether or not we've seen all they can do or if there are functions available right at our fingertips that we're not using. [19:41] X2> ::waves his hand up at Savant's voice, and continues to read:: [19:41] E> ::waits for location of where his... 2nd team needs to go:: [19:41] ::observes what she can through the flight console, muttering something about a 3.5 minute transit time to reach that system:: [19:41] +taps+ Feel free to engage at your discretion Commander. Coronado is in your hands. Phase 1 will be to disrupt as much of the Xur's supply lines as possible before heading into the Nebula. [19:41] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:41] X2> I'll observe the computer's behaviour during the test flights, to see if anything is being unused or misused. [19:42] CIC> +taps+ I'm already hard at work on Phase 2. [19:42] Razor> ::ignores Savant and replies to Embry:: That's exactly what we do Lieutenant. [19:42] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:42] E> Understood sir [19:42] X2> I'm sorry, Sieven, I don't mean to bother you. Call if you need me. [19:42] +taps+ Affirmative, Commodore. Tal out. [19:42] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:42] ::nods and returns the salute of one of the pilots as he gets set up in the cockpit and completes his pre-flight sequence, preparing for take-off:: [19:42] X2> ::takes a sip of a drink:: You aren't bothering me, Savant. Just reading. [19:42] ::leans back into a straight position, moving his hands over the console again as he observes out loud:: Remind me not to run a double-shift again. Ever. [19:43] E> When I'm gone you 2 will have main engineering. [19:43] ::glances at her console:: I would have preferred you well- rested before saving the universe, Lt. Canterbury. [19:43] X2> ::To Ironside:: And how are you otherwise? [19:43] ::switches between several parameters, trying to see if she could shave the time a bit:: [19:43] E> ::nods:: [19:43] X2> I don't want to disturb your reading. [19:43] Razor> ::rises to his feet:: Lt. Embry you have the conn. Savant, join me in my ready room for a few minutes please. ::heads for his ready room:: [19:44] CIC> ::looks to a far away holotable, indicating a supply- line battle:: [19:44] ::looks about the bridge:: Listen up, people. I need to cover the plan with you all before we get into anything serious. [19:44] E> ::ponders that:: [19:44] ::twitches his nose for a moment and brings up a hand to shield his face briefly as the four fighters exit the hangar and quickly arc upwards towards the singularity:: I feel like I'm standing on the edge of a cliff, waiting for the wind to blow me over. [19:44] Razor> ::Savants' hologram didn't show up, it hadn't showed up this entire time so far. Only Ironside was seeing it at the moment. But Savant played along and waited until he was in his ready room before replying:: What can I do for you, Captain? [19:44] A little late for THAT, isn't it Commander? ::Maiko grin:: [19:44] =.\ction= The marker changes. Vanguard has been successful. It took her and her group a little under five minutes. [19:45] CIC> ENtc_Jergensen> ::hands a PADD to Daren:: The latest patrol from the nebula hasn't checked in yet Commodore, and they're more than three hours overdue... [19:45] ::glances over after a couple seconds:: (m) I wouldn't miss this if I were quadraplegic. ::closes his eyes for a second before opening them:: [19:45] Coronado has been assigned an operational zone approximately 6 lightyears in diameter. If we have to move to that extreme range, it will take us 5 minutes to reach the target system, leaving only about 3 minutes to kill any carriers entering the system. [19:45] Vanguard> +com+ Vanguard to all groups, target destroyed. We have significant fragments, with probable life-signs. Request Marine backup. [19:45] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:45] X2> I know what you mean, Jeremy. But we have to keep ourselves positive, and have to keep working. [19:46] CIC> ::nods:: I had my heart set on those recon reports... [19:46] Razor> RR> ::sits down:: I want it made very clear to you that you are to do nothing without clearing it with me first. This ship has a crew and I refuse to allow you to automate it anymore than it already is. As long as you abide by that we won't have any problems. If you refuse we will. Clear? [19:46] Yes, but to what end? ::his communicator beeps twice, signalling he's needed at the Marine control center, and quickly makes his way towards one of the skimmers parked just outside the hangar:: [19:47] =.\ction= Vanguard gets moving back toward her staging area, leaving one of her escorts behind, presumably to stand watch over the fragments. [19:47] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:47] * JHawke (James@64-252-65-71.adsl.snet.net) has joined #uss-coronado [19:47] Razor RR> ::Savant summoned her hologram to the Blackrazor ready room; it was a useful aide in many cases, portraying emotions was one. She was still in her black uniform and stood in front of his desk, hands folded behind her back. Her responce was slightly delayed, and a little hard,:: Clear as crystal, Sir. [19:47] CIC> I don't like working with data that may have changed... ::looks at the map of the nebula as constructed from various recon patrols over the last few days:: [19:47] Since we are free to use false matter weapons outside of the nebula, it will be easier to kill the Xur in such a time frame. However, do not take this to mean that it will be easy in any respect. We must all be in top form today, my friends. More than our own little piece of reality depends on what we do here today. [19:48] X2> What end are you aiming for? [19:48] E> I want a recheck of all your systems. [19:49] =.\ction= A second alert sounds. A rift is forming. This one is in Coronado's operational area, in a blue star about 4.5 light-years from Coro's current position. [19:49] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:49] Not having the universe tear apart would be a first step. ::powers up the skimmer and pushes it up into the air, banking and quickly accelerating towards the nearby Marine facility that's been set up:: [19:49] Razor RR> ::doesn't blink as the hologram shows up:: Alot's changed Savant. More than you know. I apologize if my harshness is coming across too strongly but I didn't like some of the things you did on Coro. I had no control there. I do here and I won't tolerate it. You understand so that's the last I'll bring it up. [19:49] ::glances down:: Got one. [19:49] Red Alert! All crew to battlestations! Helm, engage for the blue star along given heading, 4.5 lightyears. [19:49] =.\ction= The automatic klaxon sounds as Coronado's alert status changes to red . [19:49] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:49] ::turns her full attention to her console:: Got one, laying in course... engaging slipstream! ::engages slipstream:: [19:49] =.\ction= Coronado's slipstream drive activates; the frigate enters the conduit, and vanishes. [19:49] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:50] ::having gotten Coronado moving, works out the ETA:: Estimated ETA, 4 minutes. [19:50] X2> That seems an excellent end to me, Jeremy. [19:50] E> ::see the alert change:: Well, here we go..::feel a small movement as they jumps to slipstream..:: [19:50] E> Again ::moves to his consol:: [19:50] +taps+ Marine fighters, be ready to launch in 3 minutes. [19:50] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:50] Razor RR> Then all I have to say, Captain Bentall, is that I will act to save this galaxy, for your will or against it. [19:51] ::flits his hands across the console, priming weapons and shields, then does a double-take:: Wait-a-minute... what the bloody 'ell is this? [19:51] =.\ction= The holographic display in the CIC becomes a little iffy as Coro enters slipstream. The ansible is able to keep up, but there's a noticable delay between each updating of the holographic information. [19:51] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:51] ::brings the Skimmer down into the marshalling area, landing lightly:: Oh, I agree. Whether or not what we're doing will lead us to this end, on the other hand... ::hops off:: [19:51] * kari is now known as LTSI_Brooks [19:51] E> Scratch that last order, ready or not here we go. [19:52] CIC> ::Fuzzy and statickey:: Coronado, ansible packet loss is at twenty percent and rising. [19:52] E> ::nods:: [19:52] ::looks over at Commander Tal:: I don't get this, Commander... according to the coordinates, the rift formed inside the star. [19:52] E> ::make sure his team is ready for battle..:: [19:52] One minute to ETA. [19:52] E> Were are ready here. [19:52] =.\ction= The blue star that Coronado is heading for flares, growing much brighter in the holographic displays. [19:52] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:52] ::yawns, staring down at the primary science console, blinking in surprise:: Commander, looks like that 2nd riffed actually formed inside the star... [19:52] X2> ::Savant exhaled, her hologram thin and sparkling due to the range of the transmitter:: Don't second guess yourself, Jeremy. You know better than that. [19:53] Razor RR> ::shrugs:: I doubt this ship will have much to do on that aside from a few fire fights. The Admiral's the one that is the key to this whole thing. I will do everything in my power to ensure he suceeds. On that I think you will find we agree but I can't do that if a member of my crew takes it upon themselves to act without checking with me first. [19:53] ::blinks:: O-ho shite. [19:53] E> +taps+ Bridge, engineering is red alert ready [19:53] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:53] * Mansky is now known as L1SL_Somansky [19:53] Razor RR> I'm not a member of your crew, Sir. [19:53] =Description= It's not a nova... it's hard to say just what it is. What's clear is that the star is ejecting its corona at near light-speed. [19:53] * CRXO_Tal (aggie@arcee.resnet.tamu.edu) Quit (Ping timeout) [19:53] ::grunts and walks across the tarmac, entering the marine facility and quickly getting a report about Vanguard's engagement and the fragments with life forms lingering:: [19:54] CIC> LJsc_Johns> Commodore, I think....what was that? ::watches the hologram beform him flutter:: ... ::makes a face:: Holy mother! That nearby blue star it's... [19:54] That can't be good... ::adjusts slipstream and drops out early:: [19:54] =.\ction= Ship's condition is currently: Red Alert . [19:54] CIC> ::looks on, pulling himself away from the Phase 2 planning:: Blue star? [19:54] X2> ::Savant floated alongside Ironside:: Coronado is entering combat. [19:54] =.\ction= Coronado drops out of slipstream several dozen AU from the star. The shell of the star's corona is visibly expanding, but slowing. If there were anything in that system, it'd be gone now. [19:54] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:55] E> ::hands dance across the consol sending orders to all teams to be ready:: [19:55] ::nods at Savant:: Keep me posted. ::to Lightbody:: Get Macarthur and her Furious moving, I want her at Vanguard's engagement location ASAP. [19:55] X2> ::Savant nodded:: I'm trying. Communication is still there, but spotty. [19:56] ::holds relative position for the moment:: I don't suppose anyone knows what the hell did THAT? [19:56] =.\ction= A second rift forms in close orbit of the star. The flash of the rift's formation is just visible in the glare. [19:56] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:56] CIC> ::makes sure the ship isn't in any immediate danger, then returns to what he was doing:: Keep monitoring the encrypted frequencies, please... [19:56] * kari (~kari@241.003.vbnet.net) has joined #uss-coronado [19:56] * CoroLCARS sets mode: +v kari [19:56] * LTSI_Brooks is now known as ObsKari [19:56] * kari is now known as LTSI_Brooks [19:56] ::glances over at Brooks:: What's the mass of that star now? [19:57] =.\ction= A Xur carrier emerges from the rift, accompanied by several heavy fighters. [19:57] E> ::waits for everything to start "breaking":: [19:57] ::looks as his console flashes red:: We have contact. [19:57] * Aggie (aggie@arcee.resnet.tamu.edu) has joined #uss-coronado [19:57] * CoroLCARS sets mode: +o Aggie [19:57] E> ::nods to Farley, while twaiting:: [19:57] Razor RR> Then what are you doing here? [19:57] ::checks the console, frowning:: Hard to pin it down... the rift is really screwing with the readings... [19:57] CMXO_Tal> Battlestations! [19:57] =.\ction= The automatic klaxon sounds as Coronado's alert status changes to red . [19:57] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:57] SB>::in the shuttlebay on immedeate stanby:: [19:58] * Aggie is now known as CRXO_Tal [19:58] They must be doing that to clear the systems of mines before they enter... [19:58] Razor RR> My function is fleet co-ordination and intelligence, Captain Bentall. [19:58] =.\ction= A third rift forms, then a fourth. [19:58] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:59] =.\ction= USS Macarthur, riding an escorting Furious' conduit, drops out of slipstream at the sight of Vanguard's engagement and quickly moves to get within transporter range of the fragment with the most life signs aboard. [19:59] ....this can't be good... Commander... [19:59] X2> Ah, I'm wearing the wrong uniform. Old habits die hard. ::She flickers, and her hologram reappears in the proper blue and white uniform, the rest of her clothing being unchanged:: Is blue my colour? [19:59] Razor RR> ::Savants' hologram updated to the new uniform, likewise:: [19:59] Razor RR> I understand that full well but you have a bad habit of manipulating ships systems to do things before the crew is even ordered to do it. I have a crew to do that. If you want to do it I'll turn this ship around, head back to Xanadu and off load the crew. You can than do as you wish with the ship. [20:00] ::does a double-take:: Well I'll be buggered... looks like they're bringing most of their fleet through here. ::moves tactical sensors and draws firing solutions on fighters:: [20:00] ::smirks slightly:: I think you're dazzling regardless of what colour you're wearing ::makes the pun based on Savant's holographic entrances and exits:: [20:00] ::nods slowly:: Tactical, signal for backup and then signal our group to form up. Helm, ready attack pattern zeta two one. Tactical, coordinate. [20:01] =.\ction= Carriers emerge from the two new rifts. Meanwhile, the rift behind the first carrier closes. Presumably, some rift drive recharge cycle timer has already begun and is ticking away as Coronado watches. A few of the fighters in the area begin slewing around to address the frigate and her escort group, but do not approach. [20:01] CIC> LJsc_Johns> I'm picking up an odd reading from the nebula..I think there's a coded communication in here somewhere... [20:01] CIC> ::perks up:: Go on... [20:01] SB>::all decked out in his flight gear and sitting in his nightmare:: [20:01] ::to Lightbody:: One team only. If the atmosphere is breathable, they go in without suits and without anything powered. Have the isolation chambers ready for reception of any life forms. [20:01] +taps+ All fighters, this is the bridge. Launch when ready and assume standard combat escort formation. [20:01] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:01] Razor RR> ::Savant was getting irked, but what was maddening about dealing with her when she was irked was that she didn't really show it. One could tell she was upset, but was so adept at keeping it hidden that it was infuriating all on its own:: I've done that in the past for the sole purpose of saving lives and giving crews the time to focus on more important things, Captain Bentall. But I understand when I'm not wanted. [20:02] ::deep breath:: Attack pattern ::punches it in:: zeta two one... standing by. ::hangs at the edge of the system:: [20:02] Razor RR> I will restrict my time on this vessel to the minimum required to perform my duty. [20:02] SB>+com+ You heard her Alpha and Bravo. . .Launch when ready. [20:02] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:02] =.\ction= Ship's condition is currently: Red Alert . [20:02] E> ::doesn't see much activities on his side..:: [20:03] ::sends out a request for immediate assistance to Blackrazor and the other ships on standby:: +com+ Coronado to the backup ships... if you're reading this on sensors and you're not already on your way here, then we could really use a hand! [20:03] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:03] =.\ction= At the nebula's edge, a single Spectre Fighter quickly emerges. It appears heavily damaged, but stable... [20:03] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:03] SB>::"activates" his nightmare and takes him and the rest of his flight out of shuttlebay:: [20:03] E> ::wonders what is happening:: [20:03] X2> It looks like the Xur are changing their tactics somewhat... I'm considering suggesting that they move in a reserve fleet. [20:04] Razor RR> ::is fully aware that he's annoying the hell out of Savant but doesn't appear to care:: Launching probes in a non-hostile situation before it can be ordered to do so is not a life saving event Savant. ::sighs:: Look, let's compromise then... If we are at Red Alert and you see something you can do to save our lives then do it. But make sure you tell me as soon as you do it that you've done it and [20:04] CIC> LJsc_Johns> Got it...she's from the missing patrol. [20:04] E> I figured we would be in the thick of it by now? [20:04] ::looks back at Tal:: How long are we going to wait for our reinforcements? [20:04] Changing tactics does not necessitate the commitment of reserves....yet. ::waist and watches as Macarthur puts the first small team of marines onboard the fragment its chasing:: [20:04] E> Indeed.. but there's no activities on weapons... for now.. [20:04] We'll have to hope they can make the party, Ms. D'Rall. ::grimaces:: [20:05] Attack pattern Zeta Two One. Go now! [20:05] CIC> LJsc_Johns> She's sending in the patrols recon report now, sir. I'll update the board as soon as all of it is in... [20:05] SB>::waits for the rest of his flight to launch:: +com+ Alpha and Bravo flights launched and assuming combat escort:: [20:05] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:05] X2> I'm keeping as close an eye on the situation as I can. [20:05] =.\ction= Coronado commences her first pass on the first carrier to arrive. [20:05] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:05] ::nods:: Engaging.... [20:05] Tactical, pick your targets and fire at will. [20:05] <> you've done it and why. If we are at Green or Yellow alert just let my crew do their jobs. [20:05] Even at FTL computing speeds, we're still bogging down on all of the contacts we've got... ::lays in an attack sequence and fires phasers at targets of opportunity:: [20:05] =.\ction= One of Coronado's phaser beams lashes out, which misses, but not by much. [20:05] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:06] =.\ction= As the frigate approaches, the carrier opens fire with her arm-mounted energy weapons. Three shots miss. One grazes along Coro's flank, lighting up the shields. [20:06] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:06] E> ::see some changes...:: Ok here we go! ::makes sure tactical can do what he want at will..:: [20:06] +com+ All fighters, pick your targets and go to work. [20:06] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:06] =.\ction= A rift forms in front of that first carrier. [20:06] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:06] ::sticks to the attack pattern for now, readying evasives:: [20:06] Razor RR> As you like it, Sir. I'll get out of your hair. Alliance fleet control out. ::Savant fizzled away in a puff of light:: [20:06] False matter torpedoes! Fire! [20:06] E> ::feels the graze:: Here we go [20:06] SB>::"activates" sensors on his Nightmare:: +com+ Alpha and Bravo! Break and attack! [20:06] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:06] Razor> Lt. Embry> +taps+ Captain, we're being ordered into action sir! [20:06] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:06] E> ::glances up for one moment and looks back down:: [20:07] =.\ction= The heavier fighters now race along Coro's port side, peppering her with fire. [20:07] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:07] ::blinks, still working on a firing solution:: Give me four more seconds... there. ::fires the false matter torpedo:: [20:07] =.\ction= Coronado fires a single false matter torpedo, and it sizzles across space! [20:07] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:07] * L1SL_Somansky is now known as [L1SL_Somansky] [20:07] ::tilts on the starboard nacelle in a textbook roll, presenting the opposite shields to the enemy:: [20:07] =.\ction= The torpedo slams home as the first carrier begins entering the rift. [20:07] =.\ction= The Spectre limps off to the closest docking vessel with a relieved pilot at the helm. [20:07] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:07] =.\ction= Ship's condition is currently: Red Alert . [20:07] +com+ Escort ships, cover us. Furious and Defiant wings, Coverage Pattern Picard Delta Three Seven. [20:07] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:07] <[L1SL_Somansky]> N1>::picks a target on from around him, a fighter, and fires:: [20:08] ::fires all phasers at any target which presents itself:: [20:08] =.\ction= Multiple phaser beams from both the primary and secondary batteries fire, hitting the target. [20:08] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:08] Razor> ::shakes his head as Savant leaves:: She just doesn't get it... +taps+ On my way, decloak and go to red alert. ::exits the ready room:: Helm, take us in, Lt. Embry raise the false matter sheilding and prepare to manually lock onto targets. [20:08] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:08] =.\ction= Meanwhile, two of the Furious escorts have begun a strafing run on the third carrier, releasing an FM torpedo each. [20:08] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:08] E> ::checks the board:: How we holding up? [20:08] <[L1SL_Somansky]> N1>::gets various missle away calls from the rest of his flight:: [20:08] X2> Huh. Do you have any idea what's bothering Mister Bentall? [20:08] E> ::feels the intensity of the battle...:: Offensive system at peak efficiency. [20:09] E> Good. [20:09] =.\ction= Two of the fighters release energy spheres, which bore in toward Coronado. [20:09] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:09] =.\ction= The holotank in the CIC updates as the recon report is properly decompiled by the computer... [20:09] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:09] Evasives! [20:09] ::flips up into a loop:: [20:09] The fact that he's discovered that he's a partial might have something to do with it, although he seemed rather subdued when he first mentioned it. ::waits for an update from Vanguard and Macarthur:: [20:09]