[19:02] This chicken tasted suspiciously like seafood. I think I've been had. [19:02] Captain, want to get us moving? [19:02] *** Joins: Deison (~gasgdaer@dsldhcp9-106.greenmountainaccess.net) [19:02] *** Deison is now known as ObsDeison [19:02] LCARS, let's getting going... [19:02] *** 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!' [19:02] *** CoroLCARS sets mode: +m [19:02] ::attn:: [19:02] ::attn:: [19:02] ::attn:: [19:02] ::attn:: [19:02] ::attn:: [19:02] ::attn:: [19:02] ::attn:: [19:02] ::attn:: [19:02] ::attn:: [19:02] ::attn:: [19:02] * CRXO_Tal snaps to attention. [19:02] ::Attn:: [19:02] ::attn:: [19:02] ::attn:: [19:02] ::attn:: [19:02] ::attn:: [19:03] *** Joins: Aggie (~aggie@dialup-207-218-217-175.ev1.net) [19:03] *** CoroLCARS sets mode: +o Aggie [19:04] Howdy, everyone. :) Tonight, we wrap up Aggie's plot, so again, he's in the driver's seat. [19:04] Gahhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!! [19:04] (m) Are we there yet? [19:04] He only just submitted a sim report and a teaser on time, so it'll be interesting to see if he crashes and burns this week. [19:04] ::clears throat:: Sorry. [19:04] ::checks to make sure Coro's insurance info is up to date:: [19:04] No pressure. ;) [19:04] *** Aggie is now known as Stewart [19:04] Here's the briefing, which is just a minor update on last week's... [19:04] =Sim Briefing!= Please type "ack" after you've read it... [19:04] Stardate 240401.26: "Renegotiator", Part 3, by Aggie. [19:04] SUMMARY: There's only one way to escape this loop... [19:05] Coronado is currently some 100 light-years "northeast" of Reorsan space; among other things, we began investigating a spatial anomaly near one of the Pfhor controlled systems that matches the energy signature of a similar anomaly in J043 -- that anomaly was also associated with a time loop. [19:05] During the investigation, a small ship emerged from the anomaly. This ship appears to have used the anomaly to initiate another of the time loops somewhat common to M64. During the first loop of which we were aware, Coro pursued the ship to a system even further "northeast" of Reorsan space. [19:05] This is the Saris system. The system is the center of a raging civil war between the Sarisian government and someone named General Thosis. The inhabitant of the small ship, Captain Stewart, has asked for our help in negotiating a truce... [19:05] Briefing complete. [19:05] Ack! I'm in the driver's seat, and I've been drinking! [19:05] ack [19:05] ack [19:05] ack [19:05] ack [19:05] ackety ack [19:05] ack [19:05] ack [19:05] ack [19:05] ack [19:05] Ack. [19:05] ack [19:05] ack [19:05] #uss-coronado-ooc , for those not there already, and I believe Commander Tal there is ready for any questions that you may have. :) [19:05] ::nods:: [19:06] ::raises:: [19:06] ::raises:: [19:06] Lt. D'Rall? [19:06] ANY questions? ::Maiko grin:: [19:06] ... [19:06] No. [19:06] Next, Captain Daren. [19:06] Just a question about how and where we open...the time line. When we left off the Flag was hard pressed on if they had decided to trust Stewart on Daren's recommendation....where are we with that? [19:07] They still deciding, decided, what? [19:07] ::glances at the Flag:: You boys made up your minds yet? [19:07] *** Enen_Gannsen is now known as ENen_Gannsen [19:07] Or do I have to advance the plot in a contrived and artificial manner? [19:08] We hadn't decided yet, but on the concept of "any first plan will always fail," we're still working on Plan B. ;) [19:08] So, negotiate good or we collapse the anomaly and Captain Stewart can find his own way home. ;) [19:08] ::raises, with a serious question:: [19:08] ::nods:: In that case, the Flag is still working to cover your ass, Captain. But they've agreed to give it a shot in the mean time. [19:09] Ms. D'Rall? [19:09] Status of those who were last helping the Admiral on the holodeck? Still there? [19:09] Depends entirely on time elapsed. That's up to Commander Tal. [19:10] We're going to say that we're about three days later. You decide how best to proceed with that line. [19:10] ::raises hand:: [19:10] Then you've been returned to duty, Miss D'rall. Thank you for your assistance. [19:10] Yes, Dr. Kennedy. [19:10] *** Parts: ObsDeison (~gasgdaer@dsldhcp9-106.greenmountainaccess.net) [19:10] what's the status of my patient? [19:11] ::nodnods:: Don't mention it. Really. Especially if my flight programs fail on the shuttle. [19:11] namely, you [19:11] Your patient is heavily sedated but seems to require constant monitoring as her lifesigns - and those of her children - tend to fluctuate all over the place from time to time. [19:12] all right. [19:12] You'll learn more about that as we progress, hopefully. [19:12] ;) [19:13] Are there anymore serious, relevant questions? [19:13] ::raises:: [19:13] Yes, Commander? [19:14] Has there been enough time to get the HDS back up and running? [19:14] ::glances at the Admiral:: What would you say, sir? [19:14] say yes o_o [19:14] *** Joins: LewisSharp (~Lewis_T_S@Toronto-HSE-ppp3741135.sympatico.ca) [19:14] *** CoroLCARS sets mode: +v LewisSharp [19:14] I say that the HDS rises and falls as the plot needs it. ;) [19:14] *** LewisSharp is now known as LCen_Skylooker [19:14] Does the plot need it? ;) [19:15] It would be very helpful to have on hand, yes. [19:15] ::thinks a typical answer fro mthe admiral! lol:: [19:15] So, no, it's not working yet. [19:15] ;) [19:15] ::damn:: [19:15] See? You're getting the hang of this. ;) [19:15] ::smirks:: [19:15] Stop teaching him your bads habits Jester! HAve him pick on another department! lol [19:16] ::get into attn.. not to be seems...:: [19:16] Just gives you an opportunity to track down Lt. D'rall and ask her why she had to break it so efficiently. Obviously, you didn't learn that maneuver from Commander Oswald well enough. [19:17] Okay, we'll be starting about three days after last sim; we're holding position outside the Saris system, having approached on simple warp drive so as not to set off the Sarisian government's ire. [19:17] ::shrugs:: That's okay, I can just counter with that offline shuttle Tlaloco "appropriated" the warp core from. [19:17] And we do not trust Stewart yet, or do we? [19:17] Trying to be a different officer. Didn't think everyone would want the same old thing! lol [19:17] That's entirely up to you, Mr. Canterbury. [19:17] Your Captain does. [19:17] I see. [19:18] If there are no more questions... [19:18] Your ship does not. [19:18] Although his skills as a negotiator remain to be seen... [19:18] Shhhhh! [19:18] OOC chatter to #uss-coronado-ooc . That's what it's there for. [19:18] right, then.... ::crosses his fingers:: ...let's do this [19:19] =.\= =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= SIM RESUME =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= =.\= [19:19] ::peers at LCARS:: [19:19] ::standing at Tactical trying to look busy:: [19:19] CIC> ::sets down the PADD and rubs his eyes:: [19:19] ::stares bleary-eyed down at the science console, stiffling a yawn:: [19:19] 7H> ::yawns a bit as she wolfs down her breakfast:: [19:19] E> ::sits behind his consol tapping all the funny little buttons:: [19:20] CIC> ::Savant seemed to be having a pleasant day overall. Lots of free processing space, everything was going smoothly. She hoped that her luck held:: [19:20] E> ::is on his engineering console... getting up some readings..:: [19:20] ::steps onto the bridge from the turbolift, a bit refreshed and ready to get a closer look at this mysterious system:: [19:20] CIC> ::stands with arms crossed, looming over one of the holotables:: This is not a good idea. [19:20] CIC> I feel like I'm back in San Francisco in QTM 223. [19:20] 9> ::crosses from saucer module 2 to saucer module 1:: [19:20] E> ::Begins his shift in his office going over the daily logs looking for any problems more then normal:: [19:20] CIC> Nightmarish class on temporal anomalies. [19:20] =Description= Coronado hangs a few million kilometers outside the Saris system. Her sensors can see tiny patrol craft darting about the system and the flicker of occassional weapons fire as ships of opposing factions cross paths. The situation here is quickly going from tense to confrontational. [19:20] S> ::sits in the desk in the security office, reading a book labeled "Macduff and Juliet: A Play On Plays":: [19:20] SB>::in shuttle bay, hanging out with his flight:: [19:20] 7H> ::hastily disposes of her dishes and makes her way to the turbolift:: [19:20] Q> ::wakes up and groans slightly, then looks around a bit puzzled:: ((What happened last night?)) [19:21] M> ::stares blankly at the tricorder in her hand:: [19:21] E> ::looks around engineering and then down at his toolbelt and his consol:: [19:21] ::looks around, scanning visually for Stewart:: [19:21] TL> Bridge, Deck 9. [19:21] SB> ::sits down with a cup of coffee to read for awhile:: [19:21] M> ::walks into the ICU suite in which Dyson watched Tal's vitals:: How's she doing? [19:21] CIC> I quite enjoyed that class, ::she mused,:: It was a lot of fun to sit in on. [19:21] M> (q) Fine doctor. [19:21] ::maintains a close eye on the Saris comm traffic and the ships that the Coro can detect over into their solar system:: [19:22] E> ::yells out of his office Ensign Gannsen please come in here! [19:22] ::arrives on the bridge, just in time for her duty shift:: [19:22] ::leans over the rear railing of the bridge:: Good morning, Captain. [19:22] M> ::nods, watching the prone body:: Good. Keep monitoring. [19:22] CIC> Well, neither myself or Dosim have any proclivity towards the subject. [19:22] Q> ::stumbles to the bathroom and takes a shower:: ((Man, I hope I did'nt say something awkward...)) [19:22] M> ::frowns and looks at Kennedy:: [19:22] 9> ::reaches the forward docking platform and touches the wall panel nearby:: Computer, authorize access to Liberator 2-4. [19:23] ::turns around:: We're here...right on schedule. [19:23] M> What's the matter? [19:23] E> ::sighs:: {{My very first day and Im already in trouble}} [19:23] M> ::quiet:: Nothing. [19:23] E> ::heads for the chiefs office [19:23] CIC> ::she shrugged a little:: Mother thought that the professor was cute. That was excitement enough for me when I was that age. [19:23] ::slips in behind the helm, running the start of watch diagnostics while she reads up on the duty log:: [19:23] ::looks around the bridge:: [19:23] L24> ::crosses through the docking door and through the transfer tube, into the Liberator:: [19:24] E> ::record some on those readings for analysis and to help into the weekly system wide diagnostics..:: [19:24] Yes, and hostilities are escalating - right on schedule. [19:24] CIC> ::uncrosses his arms and leans against the holotable:: Any bets on how long before we're forced to initiate another iteration? [19:24] E> ::walks into the office:: SIr [19:24] CIC> Ten minutes into our meeting with the Sarisians. [19:24] ::glances at Stewart:: Mind filling me in again on how you plan to get these two sides to a peace? [19:24] E> Take a seat ensign. ::still looking at the PADD on his desk:: [19:24] ::raises an eyebrow:: How long will it take them kill themselves off? [19:25] E> ::sits down:: [19:25] M> My husband used to tell me that when I worked I had the frustratingly mannish tendency to take people at their word. ::turns to walk away:: Keep monitoring. [19:25] Q> ::exits the shower and dries off, then quickly dons his uniform, making sure all is in place as he heads for the replicator:: 3 jelly doughnuts and Zach special #4. [19:25] ::glances back at the first close-range scans of the system:: [19:25] E> ::looks up:: How are you adjusting Ensign? [19:25] M>::frowns:: (q) At least you have a husband doctor. [19:25] Captain, the Sarisians are a culture that respect strength of arms. I suggest you deploy the fighters and Wraiths and move into the system on impulse. [19:25] CIC> There's a section for temporal anomalies in the Starfleet Command Operations Guide that we had to take. It said "Section Five - Temporal Anomalies." There was one line I remember vaguely that seemed to say, "Avoid at all costs." Seems pretty good advice to me. [19:25] Let them make the first contact with us. [19:25] ::starts to monitor the local traffic's flight paths, just in case she can glean anything from them:: [19:25] M> ::stops:: Apparently you've forgotten that I'm a widow, Miz Dyson. [19:25] L24> ::heads for the corvette's engine room, turning sideways in the cramped transfer corridor:: [19:26] Explain to me again our exact role here...I thought you were going to talk to these people. [19:26] CIC> ::She smirked:: How delightfully unhelpful. [19:26] S> ::chuckles as he comes across the part where Juliet decides to poison Macduff because he was fooling around with Ophelia:: [19:26] E> ::Thinks for a moment:: Im adjusting ok sir; still havent got a clue as to somethings but im getting there I know alot more than i did a couple days ago [19:26] M> ::starts walking again, out into sickbay proper:: [19:26] E> What things are you having trouble with? [19:26] ::raises an eyebrow:: You want my Marines to make First contact? Im going to want instructions on what you want them to say to these people before I send them in there [19:27] Q> ::takes the doughnuts and drink and moves over to his console, turns it on and starts transferring the morning reports to a PADD for the Captain while he eats:: [19:27] =.\ction= Flashes of light erupt into expanding balls of flame and debris as one side manages to gain a brief advantage over the other. [19:27] *** Joins: Scotty (~scotty@w229.wp.isp.ca) [19:27] M> So am I [19:27] *** Joins: Kahlia (~never@218-101-93-164.dialup.clear.net.nz) [19:27] E> Mainly the power relay system [19:27] L24> ::leans against the railing for a few minutes, settling himself:: [19:27] E> I understand what it does; but I dont know what Im expected to do with it in times of battle [19:27] CIC> I've spent the last three days studying textbooks and scientific journals on the subject, but there's never been anything like this recorded before. [19:27] M> ::feels tears in her eyes as she turns back to the monitoring:: so am i... [19:27] CIC> ::She frowned a little as she watched the battle:: Such a bloody, violent, and thoroughly inefficient way to fight. So much needless death. [19:28] ::shakes her head looking at the destruction unfolding:: And all of this fighting is for *what* again? [19:28] CIC> ::snorts at Drexler:: There never is. [19:28] CIC> Nor have I acquired the level of knowledge I need to begin analyzing this anomaly. [19:28] ::stares at the fight, reaching down:: +com+ Batallion to Alpha and Bravo Flight [19:28] E> Well that's running smothly.. though those loops aren't yet over.. ::sights as he continu to monitor the offensive system and defensive one in a way..:: [19:28] I guess they think they are having fun or something. [19:28] ::nods:: I am. But first I have to gain their respect. Coming in with just a single, small ship was a mistake. They thought I wa a ruse designed to trick them. Neither side trusted me. But if I can show them that I'm not with either side, they should accept me as a neutral party. [19:28] E> That's simple. You keep the nessary systems up and running at all cost, so to speak. [19:28] +com+ Alpha flight here [19:28] Q> ::finishes one doughnut, taps a few buttons, then scarfs down the second one as the transfer finishes:: [19:28] +com+ Bravo flight here. [19:29] E> So pretty much sheilds sensors lifesupport and weapons [19:29] M> ::steps into her office to look over the results of the Tals' neural scans again:: [19:29] E> ::wonders if Tlaloco will be able to repair the HDS around.. soon.:: [19:29] ::grunts:: +com+ Prepare for immediatle launch. Once you launch on my order alone you are to assume CAP Formation and await further orders from me. [19:29] E> Plus anything else the captain wishes you to keep running. [19:29] E> Ok [19:30] ::looks to Stewart, then looks to Prescot:: Colonel, launch fighters and deploy them in escort formation, please. [19:30] Fun? ::grunts:: If that's their idea for fun, I'm never setting foot on that planet. [19:30] SB>::nods::+Com+ Aye sir. ::cuts com:: Lets go guys. [19:30] E> Now whats this thinga mig do ::pulls out a long slender tool and looks at it:: [19:30] L24> ::exhales and turns back to the engineering console and loads the energy transfer algorithms:: [19:30] SB> +com+ Understood. [19:30] Me either. Not unless I'm armed to the teeth. [19:30] ::nods, noticing he's already doing that:: [19:30] SB> ::nods Bravo flight towards the fighters:: [19:30] Q> ::picks up the PADD and slips it in his pocket, then heads out the door as he munches on the third doughnut and sips his drink in between bites:: [19:30] CIC> ::uncrosses his arms and braces himself against the table, leaning over slightly:: I don't suppose anyone else sees a slight problem with initiating first contact while at full alert status with a full CAP deployed? [19:30] CIC> And through all of this, I still say the best course of action in this case is avoidance. We quarantine this entire sector, we develop a means to monitor the Pfhor and other local cultures without interference, and we go about our galactic business elsewhere. [19:30] E> It's been 3 days since you came aboard. I think it's time for you to start doing some real work. It will help you learn the ship even faster. [19:31] CIC> ::She set her hand on her chin and continued to watch:: I wish there were more we could do to stop this fighting. ::pause, and replies to Ironside:: Oh, you noticed as well? [19:31] SB> ::Bravo flight climbs in their fighters and goes through the pre-flight checklists:: [19:31] S> ::sets the book down on the desk and checks to make sure no new reports are coming in before picking up a PADD and playing a small game of 2D chess against the computer:: [19:31] SB>::runs to his fighter with Dex in tow. . .boards and goes through pre-flight:: [19:31] ::nods once at the Captain:: +taps+ Batallion to Alpha and Bravo flight... Launch as soon as your squardons are ready for deployment [19:31] E> Ok if you say so Sir...... but please assign me a partner [19:31] ::nods slowly:: [19:31] M> ::sighs and looks at the monitor:: [19:31] *> ::heads for the lift, presses the call button, and finishes his breakfast as he waits:: [19:31] E> ::looks at the tool:: You can find that in the database ensign. [19:32] My ships will not take any part in this fight, Mr. Stewart...zero. [19:32] SB> +taps+ Understood. [19:32] SB>+taps+ Aye, Alpha flight commencing launch. [19:32] E> ::hands him a PADD:: Here is a list of some routine fixes you cna start working on. [19:32] SB> Bravo flight prepare for launch behind Alpha flight. [19:32] No, of course not. They shouldn't have to, of course. But... well, we can withdraw if it comes to that. [19:32] Captain I have Alpha Flight launching right now. [19:33] S> ::blinks as the computer castles and endangers his queen:: [19:33] ::nods:: [19:33] SB>+com+ Ok Alpha Flight, follow me out. ::activates the engines pulls out:: [19:33] E> ::looks down at the padd:: OK [19:33] L24> Computer, begin energy transfer simulation. [19:33] TL> ::steps inside and carefully brushes the crumbs from his uniform:: Bridge! [19:33] ::monitors the flight departures via the helm board:: So they send them in. Now I've seen everything - Marines making first contact. [19:33] SB> +com+ Bravo flight, launch. ::engines to full power and the fighters pull out of the shuttle bay:: [19:34] E> ::take a min or two to walk around.. trying to get his mind back up to work some..:: [19:34] If it comes to that? Why do I suddenly have a sinking feeling? [19:34] Hey you never no. It might even work based on this ship's first contact record. [19:34] E> If you have a problems just give either LC Skylooker or myself a call. [19:34] *** L2SL_Somansky is now known as [L2SL_Somansky] [19:34] I meant that as a statement of precaution, Captain, not as a warning against danger. [19:34] *** L2SL_Dillon is now known as [L2SL_Dillon] [19:34] M> ::looks over the scan results, noting the peculiarities in the three different data sets she had run:: [19:34] =.\ction= Two flights of Spectres jump from the catapults and the shuttlebay and soon surround Coro in a halo. [19:35] <[L2SL_Somansky]> TC>::pulls out and assumes the formation:: [19:35] CIC> ::she stood beside Ironside, leaning against the holotank:: There goes the CAP. tactically a sound decision. Politically, we may as well hang ourselves. [19:35] ::thinks about that for a moment:: I suppose you're right. [19:35] ::exhales:: Spectre Flights in CAP formation. [19:35] M> ::suddenly feels quite sick, covering her mouth* [19:35] E> If there are no questions ensign you are dimissed to get to your tasks. [19:35] ::steps onto the bridge and heads for the replicator, disposes of his empty glass and then makes his way to Captain Daren, pulls out the PADD and presents it:: Your morning report sir. ::smiles slightly, trying to ignore the headache he has:: [19:35] <[L2SL_Dillon]> ::forms up beside Alpha flight:: [19:35] L24> ::watches the energy transfer, drumming his fingers on the pedestal:: [19:35] CIC> ::hmphs:: Hardly tactically sound. Coronado is more than capable of handling herself against these vessels, and need not even put herself in such a place with her greater speed and maneuverability. [19:36] Once the fighters take up their poistions, move us into the system Ms. D'rall... [19:36] CIC> Tactically sounds in a more general sense. I can understand why one would want to put out a patrol under any unknown circumstances. [19:36] <[L2SL_Somansky]> TB>+com+ Alpha Leader to Coronado, we've assumed CAP formation. [19:36] +com+ Roger that Alpah Lead. Batallion sees you as in position [19:36] E> Aye sir [19:36] <[L2SL_Dillon]> +com+ Bravo flight in formation, sir. [19:37] L24> Display energy transfer output and efficiency. ::taps on the console, scrolling through the display:: [19:37] ::nods, keeping an eye on the fighters:: And this time hopefully I won't leave them in our wake. ::Maiko grin:: [19:37] E> If you could have Skylooker come in here when you see him, thank you. [19:37] CIC> ::crosses his arms again:: They aren't deploying a patrol because of unkown circumstances. [19:37] ::eases the throttle forward, creeping up to three- quarters impulse:: [19:37] CIC> ::looks up at Savant:: First contact with the entirety of Coronado's offense to bear on them? [19:38] CIC> I'm not really sure why they're deploying them to be sure. I wouldn't. [19:38] CIC> Marcy's still back on Swiftsure, right? ::grins a little:: [19:38] S> ::mutters as the computer maneuvers him into a checkmate. He tosses the PADD gently onto the desk, tapping the off button before letting go, and walks over to the replicator:: Tea, Earl Grey, hot. [19:38] CIC> Not Coronado's entirety, Commodore ::smiles slightly:: We still have Kelaka docked, after all. [19:38] E> ::is up on the second floor now.. still walking around...:: [19:38] ::idly scans the system ahead with the scanners, not finding much of interest besides the conflict between the two sides:: [19:38] ::waits patiently for the Captain to take the PADD and looks at Maiko cautiously:: ((Well, she doesn't seem upset.)) [19:38] E> Yes sir ::walks out and heads to find LC Skylooker:: [19:39] No weapon's powered, Colonel...not a single ounce of phaser or microtorp energy on those fighters... [19:39] +taps+ Colonel Prescot, this is the Flag. Just a quick question, to sate our curiousity. Why are we launching a CAP? [19:39] L24> +taps+ Commander Skylooker, from Flag. [19:39] I assume that goes for tactical as well Captain? [19:39] ::accepts the PADD from Prentiss:: That all seems fine, thank you. [19:39] I suggest shields, at the very least, Captain. [19:39] Indeed Lieutenant. Weapons green. [19:39] Yes sir. [19:40] My men have their shields on sir and their weapons unpowerd for now. [19:40] S> ::sips his tea and crosses his legs at the ankles as he rests them on the firm cushion beneath the desk:: [19:40] E> +taps+ Skylooker here sir. ::listen:: [19:40] ::nods:: Thank you sir. Any messages to deliever? [19:40] +taps+ Captain Sewart here says that these people seem to respect force or something. So we are showing them our force in a way to get them to stop fighting and listen. But Im no diplomat ma`am [19:40] Our False Matter shields will jump to our aid should anything happen. ::turns to Tactical:: You're clear to monitor the FM Shield energy... [19:40] L24> +taps+ Commander, when you ran your energy transfer simulations, what kind of transfer efficiency were you seeing? [19:41] +taps+ Very good, thank you Colonel. [19:41] CIC> ::looks up:: And they won't mistake us for this... General Thesis like the last time? [19:41] +taps+ Your welcome ma`am [19:41] That should be more than fine, Captain. I can't thank you enough for helping with this. [19:41] CIC> Apparently the local culture respects force. That seems a good way to come in, then. [19:41] CIC> Err, Thosis. I'm in Academy mode. ::frowns:: [19:41] ::nods:: Let's just get it done... ::steps closer to the Holotank:: Care to identify a few of these ships for me? [19:42] M> ::walks into the doctors office and lays a padd on her desk with the current readings from Tal, turns on her heels and walks back into the ICU room again:: [19:42] ::keeps an eye on the CAP, feeling a little guilty over leaving them in the lurch that other loop:: [19:42] E> ::tries to remember correctly..:: +taps+ Well sir I had some fluctuation, but the power was holding so I'd say it was efficient.. may be not at peak efficiency though. [19:42] M> Thank you, Doctor. You look slightly unwell. [19:42] E> ::spots skylooker:: [19:43] ::exhales and relays the messages to Alpha Flight and Bravo Flight. No weapons powered for now only shields:: [19:43] L24> +taps+ I'm getting 97% to the transfer conduits, and 85% to the emitters in simulation. That more or less track with what you were seeing in the holodeck? [19:43] ::takes that as a NO and moves to his station, logs on and starts reading:: [19:44] E>::walks toward Skylooker:: [19:44] <[L2SL_Somansky]> TB>Dex>::frowns at the message:: Weapons green in a warzone, eh boss? [19:44] E> ::thinks for a few...:: +taps+ Indeed sir.. except for teh emitters, I was hitting more 83% then 85%. [19:44] Captain, we've just passed through what appears to be the outer marker for their sensor net. [19:44] M> ::quietly:: Im fine... ::to herself thinks no im not:: [19:44] <[L2SL_Somansky]> TB>::shakes head:: Not my call Dex. I think this is a first contact mission. [19:44] We've just knocked on the door... [19:45] ::shifts her attention back towards the area ahead, trying her best to make Coronado appear non-threatening - if that's possible...:: [19:45] CIC> ::not so patiently waits for whatever's going to happen to happen and necessitate another iteration:: [19:45] L24> +taps+ Very well, Commander. Thank you. [19:45] =.\ction= No sooner does Coronado the sensor marker than the skirmmish in the distance ends. The victors swing towards Coronado while the losers limp off to lick their wounds. [19:45] CIC> ::She shrugged and sat back into her chair:: You should relax a little, Jeremy. [19:45] I think they've spotted us sir. [19:45] E> +taps+ No problem sir. ::return to walking, not seeing that the ens is getting near him..:: [19:45] ::grunts as he watches the victors of the battle move towards the Coronado:: [19:46] CIC> Perhaps once we've managed to seal the rift and cease the loops. ::notes ships swing in Coronado's direction:: [19:46] <[L2SL_Somansky]> TC>Dex> Incoming, sir. [19:46] ::mutters at the blips on the flight sensor readouts:: ::mutter:: Helllooo boys. Don't mind us, we're just here to make peace and love amongst y'all. [19:46] E> LC Skylooker the Chief wants to see ya [19:46] ::notices the incoming vessels:: [19:46] ::looks up at the viewport and watches for a moment, then turns back to his console and starts tapping at it:: ((Think I'll ask Savant about last night later. She should know what happened...or maybe I'd rather not know?)) [19:46] CIC> It'll happen with patience. [19:46] <[L2SL_Somansky]> TC>::nods:: I hear you Dex. +com+ Look alive Alpha Flight. [19:47] S> +taps+ [19:47] E> ::turn... and nods then walk toward the CEO office...:: [19:47] ::leans easily against the Command Chair:: Mr. Stewart...I believe you're on deck... [19:47] L24> ::shuts down the console and heads toward the portside warp core:: +taps+ Savant, from Lora Kor. [19:47] CIC> That's something our guest does not seem to have, given the current plan... [19:47] So it would seem, Captain. So it would seem. [19:47] S> +taps+ Canterbury to Lt. Banks. <> [19:47] =.\ction= The Sarisian ships approach Coronado slowly, though clearly outmatched by the larger ship they are nevertheless undaunted by her. [19:47] M> ::looks after Dyson as she returns to the ICU:: [19:47] +taps+ ::Savant responded as promptly as ever:: Yes, Tebrun? [19:47] +taps+ Banks here. [19:48] CIC> Our guest seems to be as flawed as any person, for all the power at his fingertips. ::she rubbed her chin:: hm. Reminds me of me. [19:48] They seem to have a great deal of Pride dont they. [19:48] L24> +taps+ Commander, contact Reorsan information net. Find out what type of antimatter reactors they're using for their new packets. See if it's something that can be modified to the Wraith chassis. I seem to remember they might even be using Wraith reactors, but I can't recall. [19:48] ::takes the opportunity of having the ships nearby to take more detailed, non-invasive scans of the ships:: [19:48] ::wry grin:: Well, they certainly have a lot of balls. ::allows her piloting to shift, instead handling Coronado a tad like the warrior she can be when provoked:: [19:48] S> +taps+ Need any help up there? Chief Yurilova says she wouldn't mind taking over the security office for a bit. [19:48] Captain we're receiving a hail. Voice only. [19:48] E> ::looks at his PADD and moves off to the nearest relay station to adjust it:: [19:48] +taps+ Stand by Ensign. I'm a little busy at the moment. [19:49] ::glances at Daren:: I suggest we take it. [19:49] ::nods, waiting for that:: Put it through... [19:49] E> ::get at the office and knock out the door.. then wait to get the order to get in..:: [19:49] E> Come in. [19:49] ::shuffles a few files around, working away quietly and efficiently, while his mind dwells partially on other things:: [19:49] Aye Captain. ::puts it through the bridge speakers:: [19:49] L24> In fact, Admiral, the packets use a modified Wraith reactor core. The influx of new technology spurred a lot of development, but it's all basically refits of what was brought through the gate. Would you like me to track some down for you? [19:49] CIC> ::leans back as the comm opens up on the bridge, then aside, he taps:: +taps+ Dr. Kennedy, from Drexler. [19:49] ::waits for the message to say what kind of collaberators we are:: [19:49] E> ::enter in:: You asked for me? ::smile:: [19:49] M> +taps+ Kennedy here. [19:49] =.\ction= A deep booming voice fills the speakers on Coronado's bridge: "Unknown vessel, this is First Pilot Kratiss of the Holy Sarisian Unification. Thosis, this ploy will not work any better than your previous attempts to overthrow your brother, our Sacred Emperor. By the Gods, stand down, General." [19:49] E> Have a seat [19:49] CIC> +taps+ Have you learned anything further about the visitor? [19:49] E> ::he take a seat as told to and listen:: [19:50] ::frowns for a moment:: Oh dear... [19:50] M> ::covers her mouth again and groans softly:: [19:50] E> Can I get you anything? [19:50] ::turns to Stewart:: Is there a problem? [19:50] CIC> ::looks up, still on-comm, but to the side:: That isn't surprising. [19:50] They seem to still be thinking we're with Thosis. Well, nothing ventured, nothing gained. [19:50] E> ::taps the consol and looks over at the specifications:: [19:50] M> I'm not totally sure. I've been concentrating on his claim of a link between the Commander and-- I'm sorry? [19:50] E> ::shakes head:: No thank you. [19:50] Seems' we've been here before [19:50] ::looks up at the voice quizzically:: ((Friendly, isn't he?)) [19:50] L24> ::spins around at the sound of Savant's voice:: What kind of power increase are they seeing? Is it something that can be adapted? [19:51] ::slows to one-quarter impulse as they draw closer:: [19:51] =.\ction= Coronado's engines disengage, and the frigate drops to impulse power. [19:51] E> I was wondering your impressions of our new ensign? [19:51] CIC> Ah, matriarchal civil war. [19:51] M> ::shakes off the dizzy feeling and continues monitoring Tal:: [19:51] CIC> +taps+ Sorry, doctor. Just commenting on something happening here... you were saying? [19:51] <[L2SL_Somansky]> TB>::drops out, still in formation:: [19:51] ::nods:: Let's show them we are not with Thosis by remaining with weapons powered down. [19:51] Defensive systems, only. [19:52] L24> The power increase is fairly reasonable, there are probably similar engines in the Milky Way given equivalent technological advances. And as far as I can tell they're still onehundred percent compatible. They're considering retrofitting some of the wraiths with them [19:52] M> +taps+ I've been looking into the Commander's neural state, as our visitor claims she's linked to the anomaly. [19:52] E> ::nods while thinking for a few:: Well, he seems to be as lost as I were when I came onboard. ::smile:: Though, he seems to be learning way much faster then I did. Beside, he seems to be a nice guy to work with. [19:52] CIC> +taps+ ... Linked? [19:52] +comm+ First Pilot Kratiss, this is Captain Stewart Wallace of the Reor'san Defense Council. I am here to bring an immediate halt to your hostilities. If you do not stand down and escort us safely to Saris, this great ship will blow you from the starts, Kratiss, and we will get there anyway. [19:52] L24> But none are done yet, I take it? [19:52] E> That's good to hear. [19:52] M> +taps+ I've found a few anomalous readings, energy signatures above and beyond those of normal neural activity. Even for someone in her state. [19:52] M> +taps+ Linked. Yessir, that is the claim. [19:53] ::blinks:: [19:53] ::frowns:: [19:53] E> ::nods:: that's at least what I think. [19:53] M> ::while it continues, goes to the replicator and gets herself a glass of water:: [19:53] ::raises an eyebrow, thinking this is at least direct and to the point:: [19:53] ::returns his attention to his console and starts playing with his new color coded system, smiling to himself:: ((Kind of looks like a rainbow. Nice.)) [19:53] ::looks at Daren:: [19:53] ::smiles at Daren and mouths the words "trust me":: [19:53]