USS Cherokee 
Altrius, Part 30
11603.13

Starring_
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee, Artang, Gragg, Engineer 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 11603.13, Tio Ayidee recording.  The Pertel have started to lay out their settlement, and are now working with us to try and get the prefabricated buildings in place to allow them to move forward.  Their first need is a storage area and work area for their hastily gathered agricultural equipment, supplies and gear.

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ACTION: The second prefabricated building is just starting to go up.  It has been designated as the main storage facility by the Pertel, but many of the crew are designating it as "the Barn".

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Looking at the materials to build buildings and has no idea how to build a building, even a prefabricated one::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Toting a welding torch, trying to help Artang and a few of the Pertel to understand how to use Federation designed tools.::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::going from one place to another where an old but strong Vulcan is required::

Host Artang says:
CO: I have received word that the crew we left to wait for other transports have been able to recover some usable tools and, more importantly, even a pair of mid range transports.  Capable of interstellar travel, at least for a dozen light years or so.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Self: Didn't this thing come with instructions?  ::Watching the work being done and wishing he was on his tractor::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Artang: That is good.  I understand that getting used to our tools is not easy.

Host Engineer says:
CNS: Ensign, we need a bit more lifting power.  Do you think your tractor could provide us with some pulling power?  To pull the wall frames up and such?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
EO: Heck yeah.  ::Glad to feel needed::  EO: I'll go get it.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::After rounding up the twins, she rejoins everyone at new structure placement site::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Runs off to get the tractor, which isn't too far away::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
:: approaches the site covered up to his thighs in mud and muck::  CO: Swampy ground east of here.

Host Engineer says:
CNS: Thanks.  We have this one blocked off.  If you pull it up the blocks should stop it and lift it up like the ramp of a shuttle.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: That is good, means there is plenty of water and likely rich soil, but how far in did you go?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::dusting off his left sleeve, walks towards where the most part of the crew is gathered::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Unhitches the wagon, as it most likely won't be needed::  EO: Sounds about right.  ::Uses some rope to tie the wall with the tractor::

Host Artang says:
CTO: We found it and looked into it a bit.  Our term for that is a Breya.  Swamp is so...general.  Breya regions typically are good for hunting until we can get our food production going.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: My tractor is about 1 kilometer to the east of here.  Ran out of fuel, and I "found" the swamp walking back to get more fuel.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
Artang: Of course, the Breya.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Smiles.::  CTO: That wasn't good planning.  Didn't you think of maybe having some fuel beamed to you?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::hears the CTO:: CTO: Do you need some assistance, with your ... unusual vehicle? ::raises an eyebrow::

ACTIONS: Engineers work with the Counselor to set up tow lines.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: I did sir, but I thought the power would be better used elsewhere.
CIV: I just need to get enough fuel to it to get it back to the main site here and fill it up.  A couple of liters should do the trick.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Understood, go and get it back in operation.  The building raising needs the kind of help those tractors can provide.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: Acknowledged. Let me look them for you. ::goes back to the supply storage area::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Ties off the last of the ropes::  EO: I think we are almost ready to raise this wall.

Host Engineer says:
CNS: Looks good to me.  Let's see if we can get this up and get it tacked in.  ::Steps back and grabs one of the side guidelines.::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::realizing that this production is in need of a refreshment area, she enlists the help of her twins to set up a spot nearby for the specific needs of everyone, like thirst quenching liquids and basic nutritional needs.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Hops up into the seat of his tractor and starts her up::  EO: I'll go real slow.

Host Engineer says:
CNS: Yes sir, we got this end, start it up and let's see it work.  ::Smiles.::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Self:: Let me... fuel for an ancient traction purpose vehicle... ::looks around::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Waits for the CIV to return with the needed fuel.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Puts the tractor in gear and begins to inch it forward::

Host Artang says:
::Finishes welding the shelter piece he was working on and turns to watch the CNS's effort.::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::grabs a PADD and looks in the inventory where the replicated fuel is supposed to be storage::

ACTION: the wall piece pulls forward until it hits the blocks, then starts to lift into place.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Self: Finally, here they are. ::grabs a couple of replicated cans::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Moving forward but, looking in back of him::  EO: Tell me when to stop.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
EO: A few more meters.  Just a bit more.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: Well, Lieutenant, here they are. Two cans of replicated fuel for your vehicle. Lead the way and I will follow you.

ACTION: The wall section clangs when it reaches the already raises wall segments.

Host Engineer says:
CNS: That's good, stop it there!

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Stops the tractor and puts it in park::

Host Artang says:
CTO/ CIV: There are some dry paths through the Breya...through the swamp.  Corporal Gragg here can help you find a dry path if you wish?

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: Thank you sir, I should be back in about ten minutes.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
Artang: That would be greatly appreciated.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: You sure, you don't need assistance with that? ::even with his poker face he can't hide his curiosity on the ancient vehicle::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Hops down from the tractor:: EO: Now what?  Untie the ropes or do we have to... put it together, first?

Host Gragg says:
::Nods and leads the CTO and CIV into the swamp to help them find the driest path possible.::  CTO/ CIV: I was a recon scout back when we were in normal duty.  Eye for finding the layout of natural areas is my specialty.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
Gragg: I could have used your skills on the way in.

Host Engineer says:
CNS: We tack it in place with the welding torches first, then do a more permanent weld after to make it permanent.
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Host Gragg says:
CTO: Sorry I wasn't there sir.  Um, sorry, you are commissioned, right?  Not sure on your ranking designations yet...

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
Gragg: Don't worry about it. You can call me Q'ten.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::nods to Corporal Gragg::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
EO: Okay, I'll wait, unless there's an extra welding torch around.  ::Has no idea how to weld anything but, thought he'd offer::

Host Engineer says:
CNS: We'll need the next one shortly.  It's for that wall over there if you wanted to start setting that up.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
EO: You got it.

Host Artang says:
::Guides a few of the Pertel engineers in to join in securing the wall section.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Goes to begin setting up the ropes::

Host Engineer says:
CNS: This is almost like Holo-programs of planet side farming operations, eh?  Used to watch those when I was little.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Following Gragg through the dryer paths of the Breya::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
EO: I never did much farming, not even virtually.  I had a house plant once.  ::Smiles::

Host Gragg says:
CTO: I think that's it over there.  Looks like if we go around that depression keeping to the top we should be there pretty quickly.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::follows the CTO and Corporal Gragg:: CTO/Gragg: Not precisely an easy walk...

Host Engineer says:
CNS: Yeah, but this is a good change of pace.  Building literally from the ground up.  ::Starts putting cables on the next wall section and moving them to where the tractor can be set up.::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: I've been on worse.

Host Engineer says:
Wall Crew: Let's get the blocks in place also.  If we can get this building finished today we can start storing the gear safely so inclement weather won't be an issue.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: I am sure... I have been a tactical officer during all my career...

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Goes to the tractor to move it into place for the next wall::  EO: This is great fun but, I'm counting this as my daily workout.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: ::Indicating the drying mud on his legs:: Quite recently in fact.

Host Engineer says:
CNS: I think that's a fair take on things.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: Ah, the joys of being a dedicated Starfleet Officer. ::smirks, not being sure if that sounded like a humorous remark::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Moves the tractor into place for the next wall::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: I think we're making good progress.  Good call setting up a mess area here,  Should help quite a bit.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Call it a Mother's Instinct to provide whatever is needed to best handle the situation.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: Gragg: ::Arriving at the tractor::  Here we are. ::removes the cap from the fuel tank::  We just need to pour the fuel in here and we'll be off.

Host Gragg says:
CTO: Then follow the path you took here back I assume?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: It's still a good call. Not only can those working refresh without returning to the ship, but there is now an area to congregate and compare notes.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO/Gragg: Interesting. This must be such a fine piece of engineering, being to able to function after all these years of abandon and neglecting.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
Gragg: I'd follow the cut vegetation, seeing as that's how I got to this point in the first place.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  And rest up.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Puts the tractor in park and comes down off the tractor in the new place, he begins tying new lines to the back of his vehicle::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: I have a feeling that once the Pertel get settled in that they'll retire this old girl.  She's not nearly as efficient as the newer model that Mister Daniels has been driving, she's dirty, and she smells bad. But she does get the job done.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Pours the last can of fuel into the tank::

Host Gragg says:
CIV: Farming equipment is put through a lot of stress. If you need to acquire a vehicle in an emergency, it's always a good choice.  They need to be built tough to get the job done.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Nods.::  OPS: That also.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::climbs aboard the tractor, and starts pumping the gas pedal::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::After a few seconds tries starting the tractor::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Motor turns over a few times before there is a loud bang and black smoke poofs out from the exhaust pipe before settling down into a smooth rumble::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO/Gragg: Fascinating example of a very contaminating internal combustion engine.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV/Gragg: Climb on up and we'll head back

Host Engineer says:
CNS: Once this building is up we should have a place to park your vehicle for the night.  ::Smiles.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
EO: She deserves it.  She's worked harder today than she has in quite a while.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: It's Diesel.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV/Gragg: Now lets get back before the foods all gone.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
EO: I think we're ready to lift this wall.  This is like playing with building blocks, like I had when I was little.

Host Engineer says:
CNS: That it is, just on a larger scale.  And yup, let's get this one up.

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