USS Cherokee 
"Infinity's Child" Part 4
11407.27

Ship's Log, Stardate 11407.27, Captain Ayidee recording.  The Senior Staff, our select crew representatives, and Ambassador Krellit have landed at the Korin cultural celebration and are ready to do our part to judge this societies readiness to join the Federation.  But as in any situation, there is much to learn.

Starring_
Lea as Guest Producer, Parken, Preniss, Frenn, F_Aide/ Nadi
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee
Zach Farland as CNS_Ens_Daniels 
Topper Loghry as CTO_Ens_Q’ten
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Cmdr_Nash
Andrew Cotterly as CMO_Lt_Talora

Guest Starring
Connor as Ambassador_Krellit
Tom Marsland as FCO_Ens_Tyler

Absent
Trish Yarborough as Executive Producer

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OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::in shuttle::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Inside of shuttle, taking in the look of the local area and the feel of it's climate.::

ACTION: Some activity can be seen through the front window of the shuttle: individuals in various states of dress walking around, a small crowd forming a rough semi-perimeter around the shuttle of the door. Other shuttles landing on adjacent landing pads. In the distance, banners in amethyst, cerulean, and silver fly from poles in the distance.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::opens the shuttle door::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: Are we ready to begin?  ::Stands up and double checks fit of uniform.::  Let's go get to know the Korin and their star system.

ACTION: The air inside the shuttle suddenly blows out past Commander Nash as the cooler shuttle air seeks the lower-pressure of the roasting heat outside.

Ambassador_Krellit says:
Self: Great, I love the heat.

ACTION: Outside in the shuttle door, in the easily 95F air, three groups wait for the crew in anticipation.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: Also remember, until we know exactly what we are dealing with, keep any and all equipment secure to your person at all times.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
SELF:  Great, heat and in a dress uniform. ::she just smiles and disembarks with everyone else.::

Ambassador_Krellit says:
::stands up and brushes the creases out of her dress:: CO: Shall we?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Ambassador: Of course, that's what we're here for.  Both in the general and the specific.  ::Steps out through the shuttle door.::

SCENE: The group to the left, one individual followed by two more in a straight line, each wearing fairly short, asymmetrical hairstyles, white sashes strategically covering key parts of their well-tanned bodies, despite the leader being easily over 70 years of age.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Straightens her uniform as she stands, and fixes her hair:: CO: Ready, sir.

SCENE: The group to the right, standing shoulder to shoulder in long dark robes, long hair coursing from the hoods, man and women alike, with pasty complexions beneath.

Ambassador_Krellit says:
::follows the CO out of the shuttle and moves towards the group::

SCENE: The center group, one standing to the fore, and each of the other two standing aside and slightly behind, in moderate and varying dress, every one of them clearly under thirty.

ACTION: The leader of the left group steps forward first.

Ambassador_Krellit says:
::stands clear of the CO and clears her throat:: All: It is a glorious honor to be part of your grand achievement.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Steps out of the shuttle behind the CO::

Ambassador_Krellit says:
::she turns to the group with the short hair and robes and bows:: Group: To the One who was.

Ambassador_Krellit says:
::she then turns to the group with medium length hair and robes and nods:: Group: To the One who is.

Ambassador_Krellit says:
::then turns to the group with long hair and robes and nods:: Group: To the One who will be.

Ambassador_Krellit says:
::clearly and loudly:: All: May the light of the Three shine upon you all.

Host Parken says:
::Smiles:: Ambassador: You honor us all.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Smiles and thinks to herself, "Pretty standard dogma."::

Ambassador_Krellit says:
Parken: Your willingness to meet with us on such a special occasion is an honour to the entire Federation. I am Ambassador Amanda Krellit ::extends her arm towards the CO:: and this is Captain Tio Ayidee of the USS Cherokee.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Parken: It is an honor to get the chance to meet your people at this point in history.  ::Bows slightly in respect.::

ACTION: At various landing pads nearby, the crew can see the same scene rehearsed by different groups of nine for other passengers leaving their shuttles: a group of two Ferengi, a delegation of Cardassians, a singular male, what appears to be a group of Romulan scientists, and a shuttle with a family of four of unrecognized species.

Host Parken says:
<From the left> ::Steps forward and bows:: All: We welcome you graciously to partake in our grand history.

Host Preniss says:
<From the center> ::Steps forward and nods:: All: We welcome you joyously to take part in our glorious culture.

Host Frenn says:
<From the right> ::Steps forward and spreads her arms wide:: All: We welcome you with anticipation to join in our bright path.

Host Preniss says:
::Smiles:: All: We have for you gifts.

ACTION: The two aides from each delegation step forward with hands full of packages. Three are given to each crew member, as well as the Ambassador.

Ambassador_Krellit says:
Preniss: Such generosity is not required. You welcoming our presence is more than reward enough.

Host Frenn says:
CO: Is there anything your crew needs before we show you to your accommodations?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Each delegation: Agreed, the chance to learn is all we seek from any world we visit.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Frenn: At this time we are set I believe.  Many thanks.

Host Preniss says:
CO: Then I will show you to your accommodations, and Trenit Frenn will discuss your schedule. Trelit Parken can find any information you need.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Preniss: Excellent, lead the way please.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Holds the three packages, and the outer self appears pleased, while the inner self remains suspicious::

Host Preniss says:
::Smiles, and begins leading the group down a path from the landing pads, and into a fairly bustling part of town::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Follows Preniss with a quick look back to ensure that the entire crew is following.::

Host Frenn says:
CO/Ambassador/All: In approximately two hours time, our sun will set, signaling the beginning of the festival of things past. As our honored guests, you will be provided luxury seats in the square with some of our leadership, from which to view the festival.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Follows along behind the CO::

ACTION: The six aides follow along pleasantly.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::follows the CO::

Host Frenn says:
CO/Ambassador/All: Then tomorrow at mid-day will be the festival of now. Although the festival is technically only the mid-hour, festivities typically last from about an hour after sunrise, to an hour before sunset.

SCENE: The streets are narrow and crowded, full of pedestrians, with shops and street-carts loudly selling various wares and food specialties. The group passing into a large town square.

Host F_Aide says:
::Smiles quietly and nudges Talora with the back of her hand:: ::Quietly:: CMO: Hello!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Tries to get some sense of how the people live based on the crowds, especially the vendors, while listening to the itinerary.::

Ambassador_Krellit says:
::looks around her as they walk and takes in the sights and sounds::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Tenses up slightly, while remaining calm and pleasant:: F_Aide: Greetings.

Host Preniss says:
::Gestures toward the square:: CO/Ambassador/All: This is where the festivals are held... You can reach your seats by entering this door, here...  ::Gestures toward one particularly modern-looking building::--and they'll lead you to your seats above.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::takes in the sights, trying to observe the culture.::

Host F_Aide says:
::Clearly not even of age of majority, but with an intelligence shining in her eyes:: CMO: Are you an aide also?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Preniss: We are honored by this location to view your proceedings.  They appear excellent.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Smiles lightly:: F_Aide: In a way.

Host Preniss says:
::Smiles:: CO: Thank you.

Host Frenn says:
::Continues, as they move down another narrow road, and take several turns:: CO/Ambassador/All: The third day, upon sunrise, is the festival of things to come. You are of course welcomed to remain longer, but we have been given to understand that Starfleet personnel are quite busy.

Host F_Aide says:
CMO: May I ask...what are you?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Frenn: Usually, yes.  While Starfleet is quite large the Federation we serve and protect is very large and has many needs.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
F_Aide: I am human. ::Keeps her voice down::

Host Preniss says:
::Now a good 15 minute walk from the square, he leads the group up a flight up stairs to a large, luxurious building, in and out of which many people are passing:: CO/Ambassador/All: And here are your accommodations.  ::Leads the group inside and past the front desk, directly to a large open lift surrounded by wrought metal and small mirrors and crystals, scattering light everywhere.

ACTION: The lift rises, lifting the group to the top floor of the building. As they reach the top, they find themselves and the lifts on the border between a large, spacious living area with primarily glass exterior walls, providing a stunning views out onto the wrap-around exterior porch.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Remaining very quiet throughout the tour and enjoying the view::

ACTION: In the center of the living area are opaque walls clearly containing some sort of living quarters. Whatever isn't crystalline, silver, or metallic is grey, unless under a meter square, in which case it is accented by splashes of amethyst and cerulean - throw pillows, lamps, fixtures.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Preniss: Very nice.  I've never been on a world surrounded by a field like the one here.  Does the view change over time or does it always appear like this?

Host Preniss says:
CO/Ambassador/All: There are ten rooms, each fitting two, plus the shared living areas.  We hope these will be comfortable arrangements for your stay with us.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::looking around and noticing that one of the prominent color scheme is one of her favorite colors...amethyst.  It almost like she has seen this place before, maybe in her dreams.::

Host Prenis says:
CO: Hm..? May I ask, what do you mean?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Preniss: They will do nicely, far nicer than some of the places our duty has taken us.  Thank you.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Would like to share quarters with Talora but...::  CTO: I guess you and me will be roommates while we're here, huh?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Preniss: The sky, does it always appear this way...not sure how to explain it.  The sky is a bit different than other worlds I've seen, I am pretty sure it's an effect of the barrier around your system.

Host Parken says:
CO: We will send someone by to guide you to the town square in one hour's time, in case you do not yet know the way from here to the square.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Loves the view::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Preniss: Don't mind the question, I'm just curious about astronomical effects.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Parken: That would be appreciated, many thanks.

Host Preniss says:
::Smiles obliviously:: CO: Well, it is all I have never known, so I suppose, no, it doesn't change much.

ACTION: Over the balcony, the CMO can see the city stretch out across the horizon, aged and dignified neighborhoods blending smoothly into the modern and sleek.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Preniss: Very good, that actually answers my question.

Host Preniss says:
CO: The rest of your delegation are being guided to their accommodations on the floor below yours, as it has much more space. But we saved this for what we understand to be your "command staff."

Host Frenn says:
F_Aide: Nadi!

Host F_Aide says:
::Quickly scurries up to Frenn:: Frenn: Yes, Trelit?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Smiles at the view, remembering parts of her past.::

Host Frenn says:
F_Aide: You will remain here in the lobby to guide the Starfleet and Federation ambassadors to the square in an hour's time.

Host F_Aide says:
::Lights up:: Frenn: Yes, Trelit!

Host Frenn says:
F_Aide: Provide them with anything they need, or contact someone who can.

Host Parken says:
::Smiles:: CO: Time is growing short...I am certain your crew would like time to prepare. We will leave you now.    Ambassador: Ambassador Krellit?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Parken: Thank you, we will prepare and be ready with time to spare.

Ambassador_Krellit says:
::looks up:: Parken: Yes?

Host Parken says:
Ambassador: We will show you to your accommodations now, Ambassador. ::Smiles::

Ambassador_Krellit says:
Parken: Thank you ::smiles::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Ambassador: We will see you shortly, Ambassador.

Host Parken says:
Krellit: This way. ::Smiles, and leads the Ambassador back into the lift::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Wonders which room is his.  Would like to put the packages in his arms down and then, would like to try out the swimming pool::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: Get yourselves ready in any way needed, we have just under an hour until the ceremony.

ACTION: The rest of the diplomatic delegation joins Parken, with the exception of Nadi, who waits a moment.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Looks around, and tries to figure out which district is which::

Host Nadi says:
::Quietly approaches Ayidee:: CO: Pardon...

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: Yes?  How can I help you?

CTO_ENS_Q`ten says:
::Puts his packages down on a nearby table and looks around:: ALL: Ready to go. Let the games begin!

Host Nadi says:
::Offers a small crystal with some sort of electronics within it to Ayidee:: CO: If you need anything, you can call me with this.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Nadi: Very good, thank you.

Host Nadi says:
::Smiles small-ly, then quickly slips away and into the next empty lift, disappearing from sight::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Goes to enjoy view with CMO::  CMO: So, are you ready to paint the town red?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Sighs quietly to herself:: CNS: I'm worried about this mission...I have a very unsettled feeling about this.

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