USS Cherokee 
Altrius, Part 24
11601.31

Starring_
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee and Producer
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Cmdr_Nash
Topper Loghry as CTO_LT_Q`ten
Zach Farland as CNS_Ens_Daniels
Absent
None
Ship's Log, Stardate 11601.31, Captain Ayidee recording.  The ship has arrived in orbit of the former colony on Avril IV in hopes of determining how useful it will be as a new home for the Pertel.  Having a planet is a start, but we need to determine what shape the colony is in.

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CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: So did you show the Pertel a good time?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::On Bridge, reviewing what we know so far.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::On the bridge in his chair:: CTO: I'm not sure the Pertel know how to have a good time.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Running scans of the planet surface:: CNS: Should've shown them a Klingon Opera.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: That might have scared them.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<Lt Artlock> CO: Sir, short range scans confirm the atmosphere of the planet is still breathable.  No sign of large beasts in the area of the town center but lots of smaller fauna and flora.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: It would have gotten their adrenaline flowing... assuming they have adrenaline.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: ...or make them pee themselves.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS/ CTO: So either way make something flow?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Exactly.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: Sir, there are no power signatures from the surface, and I'm reading minimal animal life in the area of the colony.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::snickers at the CO and CNS statements::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: System is currently clear of any other vessels.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Understood.  
All: Any suggestions moving forward down there?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Are they going to want to live in the city down there already started or somewhere they can start from scratch?

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: I would suggest a lightly armed security detail... just in case, and a team of engineers to assist with powering up any equipment the Pertel may feel they need.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: I am pushing for in the city.  It has the infra structure, power, basic plumbing.  They can move out in time if they want.
CTO: Good start with both points.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: The engineers could also teach the Pertel how to use the equipment.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: And so far Artang agrees that is the best place to start.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: A scientist versed in vegetation and one who can assess the wildlife might be good.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: A gardener and a wrangler.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: If that's the best we can do.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Another good idea.  Given your earlier concern about disrupting the ecosystem I'd say get a small team.  Work with them and plan how to manage the wildlife without hurting them long term.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Can you take charge of thee engineers and technical staff?  Setting up power would be a good start for the effort.  There was a power fence in place at one point, if the engineers can make it work, the wildlife could be...not contained, kept out is a better term.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: I'm sure the Pertel will have botanists and biologists in their group.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: They can work with ours.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: Sir, has Starfleet contacted any of the former colonists to see if any of them would be willing to return and lend a hand to the Pertel?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  I'll get my team on the keep the wildlife at bay safely.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: Possibly act as guides or scouts so the Pertel aren't going into this completely blind?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: The Synod did not leave many.  Those that survived...they have no desire to return.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
OPS: Don't worry.  When the wildlife see us coming, they'll probably run away on their own.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS/ CTO: Excellent idea getting the Pertel involved.  Artang has a few aboard reviewing our scan data, inviting them once the site is secured is a good idea.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
All: The city there may not be in good shape.  A lot can happen in an unattended city in ten years.  That's how long it's been since the war.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: One cannot always count on that. If an animal has never had a reason to fear a species then they have not developed an instinct to avoid that species.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CNS:  That will ensure the Pertels peace of mind if the wildlife at safely away from them in the beginning.  In time, the Pertels will learn how to deal with them in their own way.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::she informs her teams of the upcoming plan and to get all necessary equipment and mind checks.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: When they see you, they'll run.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: As they should. I'm just naturally a scary guy.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: ...and you always look hungry.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Artock: Contact the science liaison from the Pertel and pass along the invitation to join the Away team once the town is cleared by Lieutenant Q'ten.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<Artock> CO: Yes sir.  I will let them know.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: You have control of the first teams down.  Once the area is secure, let the ship know and the science and engineering teams will come down.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
*TO_Cane*: Mister Cane, I want a lightly armed security detail of six assembled and waiting in transporter room 1.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Do you want Commander Nash and Counselor Daniels with you or wait until the area is secure?

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: I'm sure it will be alright if they care to join us.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CTO: I'm sure we'll keep things safe.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: I'm going with you now.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: If that's okay with you, Sir.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: Sensor readings of the planet surface don't show anything to be concerned about sir.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: We'll make a lot of noise when we arrive to startle away any curious beasties.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Gets up and moves to the Turbolift::  CTO: Let's go!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: It's good experience and you have the lieutenant with you, so yes, that is ok.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Thank you, Sir.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Motions towards the turbo lift:: OPS: After you Commander.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::heads to the Turbolift::  CTO:  Thank you.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Was about to get on the Turbolift but stops mid step::  OPS: Oh yeah, after you.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Calls out loudly:: ALL: ROAD TRIP!!!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Shakes head.::  Self: I don't want to even know...

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Smiles::  ALL: Shotgun!

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Steps into the turbo lift with everyone else:: TL: Transporter room one

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Arriving at deck 5, steps out of the Turbo lift and heads for the transporter room::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::follows everyone::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Following along with CTO and OPS::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<Transporter Operator> All: Coordinates are laid in, ready when you are.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Arriving in the transporter room and sees the assembled security detail:: 
TO_Cane: Weapons set to stun. This is purely a secure the area mission. We're not expecting any trouble.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Steps onto transporter pad::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::steps onto the transporter pad::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Steps up onto the transporter pad along with the security detail::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::As soon as everyone is ready:: Transporter operator: Energize!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<Transporter Operator> CTO: Aye sir.  ::Activates Transporter.::

ACTION: The Away Team appears on the planet in the town square.  It is over grown with plants, but most of the buildings appear to be standing.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Immediately flips open his tricorder and begins scanning the area::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Rematerializes and looks around at his new surroundings.  Pulls out a tricorder and begins scanning for any life forms::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
ALL: Most of the buildings appear to be structurally sound. So far so good.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::after materializing in the town square, she looks around.::

ACTION: The Tricorders pick up several small animals, none larger than a medium sized dog and most substantially smaller.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: I'm going to check on what I've found, see if the natives are friendly.  ::Goes, following the tricorder's signal::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Motions for one of the security guys to follow the CNS::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Don't get too far away.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Wishes he had some food to use as a hostess gift::  CTO: I won't.  ::Walking, looking at tricorder for direction::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
OPS: So what do you think? A few scrubbing bubbles here and there, and it's not such a bad place.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
OPS:  It'll do.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
OPS: Should we send for the engineering teams?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Notices mostly the overgrown vegetation taking over this ghost town::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CTO:  I suppose that would be the logical next step in this process.  ::she calls up to the ship for her team to bring everything they prepared for this moment down.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@<EO> *OPS*: We will be down shortly Commander.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
*EO*:  Acknowledged.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
OPS:  It may not be exactly what the Pertel want, but it beats starting off from scratch.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Getting closer to the reading of a life form seen on his tricorder::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CTO:  They will make it work.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
OPS: Of that I have no doubt.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
OPS: There is one little thing that nags at the back of my mind.  12 Billion years ago they controlled a vast empire. What if they still have those Imperialistic ideals?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CTO:  That was then, this is now.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
OPS: But they are from then, and have just been thrust into now.

ACTION: As the CNS approaches the first life form, he sees a small shape running on 4 short legs under a partially open overhead door.  It is about half a meter long and a quarter tall with a short tail.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
OPS: What is the Earth saying, "You can take the man out of the country, but you cannot take the country out of the man"?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CTO:  True.  The Pertels will adapt.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Gets a little closer to the critter::  Animal: Hello, who are you?  You're kind of cute.  Don't worry I won't hurt you.

ACTION: The creature continues to run.  It seems to have some memory of humanoids, or just a fear of large creatures in general.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Decides not to chase the animal, having learned what he wanted to know.  The animals are more frightened of us and run away upon approach::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@*CTO*: Is it safe enough for myself and Artang to come down, along with the Pertel science teams?

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