A Starfleet patrol engaged a large squadron of Jem’Hadar attack ships but was routed, and is rushing back to Farpoint Station. However, the remains of the enemy forces are hot on their heels. Without help, the patrol cannot reach Farpoint without being obliterated. Starfleet wants the patrol to return safely.

Delaying the Dominion forces will not be easy. The Starfleet ships must get a safe enough lead to escape.