USS Cherokee 
Altrius, Part 28
11602.28

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
Pablo Delsoglio as CIV_Capt_Marek
Absent
None
Ship's Log, Stardate 11602.28, Captain Ayidee recording.  As the preparations for the settlement continue the next wave of supply ships is arriving with building materials and other major supplies.  Work continues but now we have supplies to start building what is not yet here.

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CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Revs the engine on the tractor watching the white smoke shoot from the exhaust::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::On surface, walking to the designated beam in site, a clearing just next to what has been declared as the meeting hall.::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
@::staring through the observation window of the ship, seeing the big planet getting bigger as they approach standard orbit... the USS Cherokee is in visual range too::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Having finished freeing all the buildings of vines, Wally heads for where CTO is::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::rounding up her twins, she debates on what their next task should entail.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<Engineers> *All*: Settlement power is turning on now.  Please do not tap into it until we've had a chance to check the operation for a few minutes.  Don't want to find faults the hard way if we can avoid it.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: You got it running!

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
<Kiandra>  Liam: What is your malfunction?  You haven't been acting like yourself lately.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: With assistance from Mister Sanchez, yes.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
@::stands up and heads towards transporter room, after a Flying Officer informed him that the cargo ship has set standard orbit::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Cough, Cough:: CTO: What's with all the smoke is that normal and what's that smell?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
<Liam>  Kiandra:  I don't want to talk about it.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
<Kiandra>  Liam: I'm here when you need to talk.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@<Cargo ship Transporter tech> CIV: Ah, Captain, we were just about to call for you.  We are approaching transporter range now and are about ready for your transport down to the planet.  I am told Captain Ay...Ayidee is it?  Yes, I am told he is at the beam in site now.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
<Liam>  Kiandra:  I said I don't want to talk about it.  In other words, leave me alone.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: the smoke should clear up after a few minutes, this thing has been sitting idle for a while, and the smell is the burning diesel fuel.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::hearing her son's raised tone with his sister:  Liam: Don't talk to your sister like that, she's just concerned about you, we all are.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Climbs up onto the tractor and stands next to the seat::  CTO: So, let's go somewhere.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Looks at the different controls and tries pushing one of the levers only to hear a loud grinding noise::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
<Liam>  OPS:  I just need to be left alone, Mom.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
@Transporter Tech: ::with a typical unexpressive face:: Thanks, Mr. Beaming. ::walks on the pad:: And we don't want the Captain to get impatient... Energize when ready. ::nods::

ACTION: With a low hum the settlement's lights begin to turn on.  Dimly at first, but then growing in brightness.  Several are not lighting up but the power system appears to be operational.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Sees lights coming on:: CNS: Let there be light!

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Applauds the power coming on:: CTO: Yay!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@<Cargo ship Transporter Tech> CIV: Yes sir.  ::Activates the Transporter and beams Captain Marek down.::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Finds the clutch and steps on it then pushes the lever forward once again::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
Liam:  Tough, now that power has been turned on, we are going to go assist wherever anyone needs help, even if it means, holding a lightbulb for an hour.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::an instant later he materialized on the planet surface::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Hang on ::releases the clutch and the tractor lurches forward and dies::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::looks around and sees the CO:: CO: Live long and prosper, Captain. Captain Marek reporting for duty, sir.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
<Liam>  OPS:  Whatever.  ::he rolls his eyes as they begin to look for someone to help.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Pushes down on the center of steering wheel and sounds the horn::  CTO: The horn works.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: Welcome to Avril IV Captain Marek.  Good to have you with us.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: ::grinning:: oops. Let's try that again.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: ::gives the Vulcan salute, then offers hand in a traditional way:: I'm honored to be part of this crew, sir.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Maybe there's an owners manual somewhere.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: So, I understand the Federation is assisting the Pertel species in setting up a new home planet.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::restarts the tractor and gently puts it in gear, this time slowly releasing pressure on the clutch until the tractor smoothly starts to pull forward::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: And we're off!!!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Takes hand and shakes it.::  CIV: Yes, rebuilding the colony that was once here.  We are working the clean up stage, getting ready for the building process that can begin with the ships that are arriving.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: We're moving.  Now, just don't crash into anything.  ::Hangs on to something::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Starts driving around trying to avoid people and objects::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: By the way, here there is a report on the supplies that has been sent to this planet. ::produces a PADD::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: So, what does a tractor do?  Besides being a fun ride, I mean.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Takes the PADD and reviews what is on it, comparing it to what was requested.::  CIV: This should help quite a bit.  The prefabricated buildings should let us get enough shelter for the Pertel before they arrive.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Depends on what tools are attached to it.  ::looks around and spots a short lever with a pictograph of what looks like a propeller and pulls it::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::The circular deck suspended from under the tractor lowers and cut weeds start flying from under the tractor::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: To start off with it cuts the weeds down.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: I've been told that after your reports on this remarkably First Contact, the Federation will monitor the Pertels with great interest.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: I want one of these to drive.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: Yes, from what we've learned they once were an empire but now?  Less than 50,000 beings.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: If I remember right they will also plow a field for planting, and with the right attachment they can also harvest the crops.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: So, where are the Nash kids.  Did you lose them?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: Well, it only takes a few number to restart it. That's why they will monitor them with special attention... Old habits die hard, as the old saying goes.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: Yes, and what those habits were is an interesting question also. The term "empire" is rather vague.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: I think the Commander recalled them, probably for safety reasons.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: I mean this thing isn't exactly a toy.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: Indeed. it is not logical to arrive to conclusions without solid evidence. Let's give time a time. ::smirks::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: No, but, it's still fun.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: At least not a children’s toy ::grins and heads for a field thick with tall grass::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::she leaves the twins assisting some of the others who are clearing out some branches and such.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: If we attached a big wagon to the end of this thing we could use it to haul away the vines I left in the streets.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: Do you need some time to get settled or would you like to join in?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: No, sir, I am ready to start working immediately. All my belongings have been transported directly to the Cherokee.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: We’ll have to look around. I'm sure the colonists did not bring a tractor here without any accessories for it.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: We pick up the vines, then we can give everybody a vine ride.  It's like a hayride but with vines.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: Very good.  Engineers are starting to clear the land so they can start building the prefabricated buildings, but there is a great deal of brush and overgrowth to clear out.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: A Hayride?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: Very well, sir, if you are kind enough to indicate me where the tools are, I will start on the double. I might be old, but I am still a strong Vulcan.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Turns the tractor to head in the general direction of the CO leaving path of cut down grass and brush in their wake::

ACTION: As the lights power up a few of them spark and burst into small explosions.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Yeah, a hayride.  You put hay on a wagon and pull it around with the tractor.  Your suppose to do it with a girl and it's suppose to be romantic.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: They are being set up over there, if there is something you need that you don't see the ship's Replicators can get most things you could need.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Ahh!  A mating ritual.  Is that where the term "roll in the hay" comes from?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: Very well, I assume you will introduce me to the rest of the crew during a break, just to comply with formalities.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Yup, but you don't necessarily need a tractor and trailer for that, just a pile of hay will do.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: Or we could take a walk first.  Let you meet the senior staff at least.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: And you would like to let everyone on the wagon for a vine ride and "roll in the vines?"

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: Maybe a short walk towards where the tools are. ::nods::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: That would be....interesting... to say the least.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Nods and walks towards the tools.::  CIV: Ah, there is Commander Nash, Chief of Operations.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::sees the OPS: OPS:: Commander Nash, nice to meet you.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: No, you just sit there.  If it's nighttime you can kiss a little but, it would be rude to do anything more with other people on the ride.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CIV:  Likewise.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Commander, this is Captain Marek, he just arrived with the transports to assist in the rebuild.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO/OPS: It seems you have done the most part of it, but I will try to do my best to help you with the rest.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  That's great. I find this sort of work rewarding.  I even brought down my teenage children, fraternal twins to assist in the clean up as well in hopes of a learning experience.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Kiss a little? For humans this is fun?  How do you survive as a species?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: There must be other rideable vehicles around here somewhere.  If I could get one, we could have a race.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: We've only just started.  There are lose to 50,000 beings coming and even one the overgrowth is cleared there is not enough space for them all.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: A Race to where?

ACTION: Supplies start being beamed down including the prefabricated building parts.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Across a finish line.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: Yes, it would be a difficult time for them... but if they managed to survive for so many years in stasis... I am sure they will manage to survive a few years on tight spaces.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Perhaps something could be arranged after we get this settlement looking somewhat civilized once again.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Sees the tractor driving about the settlement.::  CIV: I think my Chief Tactical Officer and Counselor found some sort of transport.  Not sure what they are doing with that though.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::sees the Klingon officer riding an ancient rusty tractor:: CO: Quite a... unusual view... ::raises an eyebrow::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Then they'll wave the checkered flag and give us a trophy.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Huh?  Oh, yeah, we should start doing something useful.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Any idea what that thing they are riding is?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO: I believe it's a tractor, an old Earth vehicle to aid in the harvesting process or something of that nature.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: We've been doing something useful.  Look behind us at everything we've cleared so far.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Shakes head.::  OPS/ CIV: There are parts of planetary life I do not miss not having lived through.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: I think Commander Nash is right... what is the tool he is transporting on the side of the vehicle cockpit?

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Just using hand tools this would have taken several days, or a great deal more manpower.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Looks behind them:: CTO: Yeah, that's good, I guess.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: I am not sure, don't know enough about how the machine itself is supposed to look.  ::Starts walking towards the tractor to get a better look.::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: With this vehicle we've done more to clean this place up in an hour that everyone else combined, all day.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: But, you don't need me to cut the lawn.  I should go find a way to transport the piles of vegetation being created throughout the town.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: And we're having fun doing it!

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Yes, it was fun.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Let’s look in some of the other outbuildings. I'm sure we'll find either other vehicles, or accessories for them.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Okay.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Sees the CO heading towards them and stops the tractor::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Heads up. ::indicates the approaching CO::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Sees the CO coming, with OPS and a Vulcan::  CTO: Uh, oh, we're busted.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO/ CNS: What is that you found there?  Seems to be clearing the growth fairly well.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Climbs down off the tractor and stands at attention next to it::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Does what CTO does.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO/ CNS: At ease gentlemen.  Just trying to see what you found there.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::suppresses a chuckle as she nears the location of the CTO and CNS.  The site is what legendary stories are made of.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: We're trying to find a fast way to clear the streets of vegetation, Sir.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::stares at the tractor::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO/ CNS/ CIV: By the way, this is Captain Marek.  He just arrived with the supply ships to assist.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: Yes sir. It is a vehicle used on ancient farms to help with clearing land for farming, and for harvesting crops.  Similar vehicles are used in the agricultural areas on Qo'noS.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CIV: Pleasure to meet you, Captain, Sir.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Bows his head slightly to the Vulcan:: CIV: An Honor sir.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO/CNS:  Lieutenant. Ensign.. ::gives the Vulcan salute, then offers hands:: As humans say.. . "nice ride you have there" ...

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: LTJG Q'ten of the House of Qaveq, at your service.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Shakes the CIV's hand::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::shakes the Vulcan's hand:: CIV: It definitely has its uses sir.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
All: We're looking for more vehicles and a wagon hitch-up for this tractor.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: Captain, you have such an interesting crew. I think this assignment will be one of the most, if not the most, interesting I've ever had. 

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
All: There should also be a number of other accessories for this vehicle.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: That would help.  Just moving the shelters around would be sped up.
CIV: That is good to hear.  Glad to have you with us.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
All by itself, it has no real purpose, but with the accessories, it can perform many tasks.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: So.. where are the available tools?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: All the buildings are clear of vines, I finished with that but, now it's time to clean up the mess I made in the streets.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: Right over there.  ::Points to a collection of tools a short way away.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: We need a giant vacuum cleaner.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Actually I believe the most useful thing we could do with the debris is pile it up and let it decay into mulch to be used as fertilizer for the Pertel crops.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Yeah, I know but, we got to get it there.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Then let us find your wagon, and choose a spot to put it.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Sounds like a plan.

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