U.S.S. Evolution Mission 5 : the battle of Deep Space 12

[Randall Sanchez]

*Sanchez walks into his ready room and sits behind his desk*

"Computer, open incoming channel."

*And seconds later, the face of Admiral Vorak appears*

[Taurik]

"Captain, all tactical systems are at 100% efficiency. Torpedoes were restocked before we left."

[Daniel Reeves]

It also seems that the station's systems are being disabled one - by - one. I am detecting the infiltration team along with several groups of Romulans.

[Vurak Spock]

Captain, You may be on to something. A diviersionary tactic could be placed on the computer system on the ship's main computers sort of what you human's call in old earth term, a virus. Our technology is so advanced that the new computer system may have "forgotten" the old earth form of the virus and consider it just part of itls own system. I must do a bit of research on that, but it would be suggested that someone would monitor this diversionary virus and somehow keep the Romulan's "busy" wondering what is happenning to the computer systems or somehow...............a false informational virus or file could be put in place of real files as a way to buy us more time. It would be logical to do so.  

Hm...

Implant an virus not to destroy the file, but to actually divert their attention away from the critical files and provide a way to divert their attention for the time being until the Away Team can make their move.......................It's only an idea, Sir..

I can work on a program for this, but assistance may be needed. Captain and the crew, It's your decision if you wish to pursue this course of action. I apologize if I may have been a bit forward towards your emotions, Captain, but I was only concerned for your well-being.

[Dalon]

*thirteen romulan scorpion fighters appear heading directly towards the Evolution. they fire but miss most shots. Dalon taps some commands on the helm console and the Evolution makes sharp turns, trying to evade the fighters and then flies straight ahead*

Captain, I will be momentarily disengaging the inertial dampeners. I suggest you hold on to something.

*Dalon presses a command and the dampeners are turned off for some seconds. during that time the ship turns 180 degrees to face the back of the romulan fighters while still going "foward". the dampeners are turned back on. the sensation was a bit discomfortable, like being in a roller coaster*

Mr. Vurak, I suggest firing at those fighters before they can turn and face us again.

[Vurak Spock]

Aft torpedos ready to fire on your mark Captain. Ready and willing.
(Readies aim at the Romulan Warcraft.)

[Daniel Reeves]

that worked pretty well Captain.

[Randall Sanchez]

Sanchez smiles confidently.

"I knew I could count on you."

Then he looks at Vurak Spock and at Dr. Keilah.

"So what do you two say?"

(Edited by Randall Sanchez at 9:24 pm on Nov. 26, 2003)

[Dalon]

The sensors must have miscalculated the torpedo's speed sir. It is logical to assume that the Romulans are most likely using sensor jamming technology on their torpedos.

I will compensate the loss of maneuverability now. *enters commands on his console*

[Vurak Spock]

(Aye. Aye. Captain. http://expansionfleet.sparks.priorweb.be/ikonboard/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':)'> )

(As the story goes, Vurak reads on the computer his current diagnosis of the Warp Core. He notices that interesting energy flux that was detected in the warp core as it fluctuates briefly then returns to normal flow. He makes note of this strange flux in his notes and tucks it away for a later date as he continues assisting with the repairs of the ship and once again pulls an all nighter as our vulcan friend works with eyes of deep shadow and tireless determination. No rest for the weary indeed...............................)

[Vorak]

"This is Flag Admiral Vorak. The following orders are of most importance to you and the ship.

I am aware that the U.S.S. Evolution is not constructed for battle, but I rely on your skills to take the best out of your ship, as it will be necessary to fight this time.

One of our distant outposts, Deep Space 12, has been under attack by a Romulan Coalition. They do not work for the Romulan Star Empire, but the official government does not appear to care for this threat of Romulan pirates. The things became worse, when the Romulans actually managed to take control over the federation station DS12, which is why their ships have travelled to station Avalon and are docked here.
I will, along with admiral Karelia and some other officers, infiltrate into DS12 as Romulans, and prepare to disarm them as much as possible. Meanwhile, a fleet of ships will head to DS12 to attack the Romulan vessels and take the station back. The USS Evolution will be one of the ships of this task force fleet.

Understand me well, captain, this mission is of uppermost importance. These Romulans may NOT tap into our databanks and access our secret information sources. We must prevent that at all costs. Even if it means we must destroy the station itself.

Prepare your ship for battle, and be ready for when the fleet departs.

Vorak out."

[Randall Sanchez]

OFF: for those who want to follow what goes on aboard the other ships of the Task Force Fleet as well, go to: Omega Division board > USS Sequoia forum > Battle of Deep Space 12 topic.
Remember that you should only post what you say and do in the ship forum you are actually present at (except when sending a transmission of course).

[Dalon]

Indeed Commander Reeves...

*turns to the captain*

Captain, another thing has just crossed my mind. I was reading about romulan combat techniques and found out that they are known to use cloaked minefields to protect colonies and starbases.

We could search for indications of those mines as well if you wish, sir.

[Dalon]

Evasive maneuvers sir. Bringing inertial dampeners back online.

*the Evolution dodges some lightnings in the plasma storm and darts to the rim of the QSN, with the Romulan ship right onit's toes, until on the last moment, as it is already charging it's weapons again, a burst of plasma engulfs the enemy vessel and the Evolution comes out of the QSN*

We are out of the Singularity Network, sir. 23.4% damage to impulse engines.

[Dalon]

*nods to the captain*

I am honored by your words Captain. You shall not be... disappointed.

I will recalibrate the navigational controls. I believe I have found a way to improve our efficiency by 30% or more.