USS Cherokee 
Altrius, Part 3
11507.05

Starring_
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee, Sven_Matrius, Commander_Frong and Producer
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Cmdr_Nash
Topper Loghry as CTO_LT_Q`ten
Zach Farland as CNS_Ens_Daniels
Rob Bindels as FCO_Lt_Zdunovski
Absent
Jon Benson as CEO_Salor
Andrew Cotterly as CMO_LtCmdr_Talora 

Ship's Log, Stardate 11507.05, Tio Ayidee recording.  We are just arriving in the Altrius system to begin our investigation of the piece of apparently manufactured bit of metal found in a piece of one of the system's asteroid.  Sven Matrius, the operation's director, is supposed to meet us at the docking port.

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Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
::On Bridge, monitoring our approach to the station.::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::on Bridge, at OPS::

CTO_Lt_Q’ten says:
::Monitoring tactical sensors looking for any surprises::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Sitting back in his chair taking in the view on the big screen::

FCO_Lt_Zdunovski says:
::On bridge, checking console.::

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
@<Altrius Flight Control> COM: Cherokee: This is Altrius mining operation traffic control to USS Cherokee.  Welcome to Altrius, you have been cleared to docking bay 3.  Coordinates have been sent to you.

CTO_Lt_Q’ten says:
CO: Sensors are picking up no other vessels in the area sir.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
COM:  AFC:  Understood.  ::forwards the coordinate to the FCO's console.::
FCO:  The coordinates for Docking Bay 3 have been forwarded to your console.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
CTO: Understood.  From the reports there aren't many ships operating in the area at full operation and they have limited some of their operations.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  We have our docking instructions and the FCO has the information.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
OPS/ FCO: Very good, bring us in.

CTO_Lt_Q’ten says:
::Focuses the tactical sensors on the station itself looking for anything "not normal"::

FCO_Lt_Zdunovski says:
CO: Aye sir, given in already. And at my finger’s touch.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
@<Altrius Flight Control> COM: Cherokee: Director Matrius and Commander Frong from Starfleet's JAG office are waiting at the docking port to help you get to work.  Let us know if you need anything, auto-docking is limited here but we can do it if needed.

CTO_Lt_Q’ten says:
::Not finding much of anything on sensors. A dozen runabout sized mining ships on the far side of the station, 3 of which are preparing for launch... time to go to work. The station itself was nothing of note. Ore processing, living space, etc.::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
COM:  AFC:  Understood.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: JAG office?  Is there some kind of legal trouble here?

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
CTO: I would guess this sort of operation takes a lot to get going.  Three years probably barely have them...what's the term, breaking even?

CTO_Lt_Q’ten says:
CNS: They're coming to take us away ha-ha.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: They'll never find a straight-jacket to fit you.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
CNS: Starfleet has a program helping to develop resource development in operations like this, and they work with the JAG to ensure there is a Federation Legal presence in these systems.  From what I've seen it's the Commander and a single assistant.  The assistant is the one who identified the debris as a bit of interest for investigation.  He just doesn't have enough scientific background to do a full investigation.

CTO_Lt_Q’ten says:
CNS: I'm good in my vest.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: I'm not too worried about the assistant.  Don't worry, I'll keep an eye on the lawyer, they can be highly suspicious.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
CNS: Not just a lawyer, but a lawyer charged with bringing Federation Law to a system filled almost exclusively with miners.  Has to be a tough job out here when things are going well.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: That's true enough, I guess.

CTO_Lt_Q’ten says:
CO: Sounds like they are in more need of a... law enforcer, than a lawyer.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
CTO: The assistant was chosen with that in mind, but I think the mining operation has their own internal security to provide more security and handle the small things.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Do we know what it is they're mining?

CTO_Lt_Q’ten says:
::Smiles at Wally:: CNS: Minerals

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
CNS: A variety of minerals.  Basically they found this system, found it was uninhabited and put in a claim to jurisdiction.   Like most star systems there are a lot of resources available, but these are both unclaimed and in smaller asteroids, easier to get to.

CTO_Lt_Q’ten says:
CO: Are they positive that no other government has laid claim to this space?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO/CO: What exactly?  I mean, someone brought the mystery metal here.  They must have been here for a reason.  Maybe if we knew what minerals they have here, it might clue us in as to who left it here.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
CTO: None have made any claims.  It is well within the recognized Federation borders and the nearest inhabited star system is 6 Light Years away.

FCO_Lt_Zdunovski says:
CO: Ready to dock Sir.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
<Ens Griswold> CNS: The asteroid it was found in showed spectral analysis for a lot of the minerals used to make Tritanium, plus other heavy elements.  Theory is the sample is the cause of the scans showing those minerals.  Area has a lot of asteroids that have similar profiles.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
FCO: Then bring us in so we can get started here.

FCO_Lt_Zdunovski says:
Co: Aye-aye. Sir.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Griswold: Thanks, I was just thinking out loud.  Someone had to leave the artifact here either on purpose or unintentionally.

FCO_Lt_Zdunovski says:
::Switching of the already low Impulse engines. And applying thrusters gently.::

FCO_Lt_Zdunovski says:
:: Thrusters start to break the speed to practically zero.::

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
<Griswold> CNS: Yes sir.  Other question is when did it get there.  This system is old even by galactic terms.

FCO_Lt_Zdunovski says:
::Docks without letting anybody to feel it.::
CO: Done. We are docked.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Griswold: Finding out when could also help us to find out who, you're right.
FCO: Smooth ride, Dude.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
All: Then let’s get to work.  Go to meet those running this operation.  ::Stands up and walks to Turbo Lift.::

FCO_Lt_Zdunovski says:
CNS: Thanks. Courses were not for nothing then.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
Griswold/ Artlock: Are you going to come with us or start your scanning operation from here?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: Time well spent.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
<Artlock> CO: I think I'm more use here, sir.  Griswold I think will go with you, he's more here for what the object is, I'm here more for where it is.  If that is all right with you, Sir.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
<Griswold> CO: Yes Sir, what he said.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Gets up and goes to the Turbolift to join the CO::  CTO: You coming?  We’re getting off the ship for a bit.

CTO_Lt_Q’ten says:
::Turns his station over to a minion and moves to accompany the Captain::
CNS: Wouldn't miss it.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::follows the CO::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: Better not tell the miners you have vodka.  We don't need a run on the ship.

CTO_Lt_Q’ten says:
::chuckles:: FCO: Then again, my teams could use the practice.

FCO_Lt_Zdunovski says:
:: Looks at the Counselor and frowns an eyebrow.:: CNS: Ah no. That is not a good idea. Wait, I'll join.
::Gets up and sprints to the turbo lift.:: All: Ready!
CTO: Well, I might have a bottle or so, for your crew. Visit me offduty...:: Pauzes and laughs.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Save the potato squeezings for ourselves.  That stuff mixes with everything.  Vodka and root beer is totally rad.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
::Enters Turbolift.  When all are aboard requests docking port.  As the Turbolift stops, walks to the Docking port as the docking process finishes and the doors open.  Sees a half dozen beings waiting including 2 wearing Starfleet Uniforms, 1 red and one gold.::

FCO_Lt_Zdunovski says:
::Smiles.:: CNS: come we have to catch the Captain. I might start a bottle shop. ::Pauses.:: One day. But for now, lips are sealed.

Host Sven_Matrius says:
::Steps forward as the door opens and extends a hand.::  Crew: Welcome to the Altrius station. Sven Matrius, nice to meet you all.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
Matrius: Captain Ayidee, at your service.  Quite the operation you have going here.

Host Sven_Matrius says:
CO: We're working on it, Captain.  Right now has been a bit of a step back but we'll move past it soon enough.

FCO_Lt_Zdunovski says:
::Follows the talks between Matrius and the Captain closely.::

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
Matrius: Meet my crew, Commander Nash, Lieutenants Zdunowski and Q'ten, and Ensigns Counselor Daniels and mineralogist Griswold.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Matrius: Pleased to meet you, Sir.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::nods::

Host Sven_Matrius says:
All: Nice to meet you all.  My station is at your disposal, anything you need.

FCO_Lt_Zdunovski says:
::Nods.::

Host Commander_Frong says:
All: Captain, Cherokee crew, I've been looking forward to meeting you since I received word of your impending arrival.  Commander Frong, assigned by the Judge Advocate General to create a Starfleet presence here.  Lieutenant Richtbaum here is working on that with me...or the other way around.  The legal part of this work seems a bit easier.

CTO_Lt_Q’ten says:
Frong: I wouldn't think there would be a great deal of litigation on a distant mining outpost.

FCO_Lt_Zdunovski says:
::Frowns his eyebrows and thinks that the mission is heavier then thought of in the beginning. Nods to Fong.::

Host Commander_Frong says:
CTO: No, not in my official role.  We've also been tasked with helping those working here to have their legal matters settled.

Host Sven_Matrius says:
All: So, what do you need to carry out this investigation?  We've placed the belt the debris was found in on the "off limits" list.

Host Commander_Frong says:
CTO: But there are some matters to handle, establishing the legal entity that is the Altrius system does take some work.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::standing back, observing the conversation.::

FCO_Lt_Zdunovski says:
::But rethinks fast, that finding old stuff is important.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Getting impatient, wanting to see the object of so much concern::  All: So, where is this chunk of metal?

Host Sven_Matrius says:
CNS: It's in the JAG office, I've sent a few guys to pick it up and bring it to your ship.  They just got a bit tied up with other duties, running a touch late.

Host CO_Capt_Ayidee says:
Matrius: We will take the piece and run some more in depth scans of the object, but we also want to scan the area it was found in.  Your operation has good sensors for finding resources, but ours may be a bit better at fully identifying them.

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