Captain Picard ordered the Enterprise to conduct a saucer separation at 0034 hours. His orders stated that he wanted to ensure the safety of the crew, in case the Enterprise experiences warp system failures just like the USS Yamato. There were a few problems during separation, but the de-latching systems worked, and the Enterprise is now in two pieces. Most of the crew has been moved to the saucer section, which remains in orbit of Iconia, while the stardrive section, with a skeleton crew, has moved a safe distance away from the planet.
Commander Riker is in command of the stardrive section. Captain Picard remains in command of the saucer, with most of the crew aboard.
We have also just received word that the Enterprise away team has landed on Iconia, and is beginning its reconnaissance mission. God speed, and be safe, Lieutenant Archer.
-Lieutenant JG Tessa Kensington
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October 29, 2364 -- (Original Devron Timeline)