USS Cherokee episode 821
Downtime, by Steve Weller, Part 1
12108.25

Starring_
Steve Weller as Producer, and SO_Lt_Trix, Cmdr_Ter’fek and Executive Producer 
Zach Farland as CO_Capt_Daniels and OPS_Ens_Granger 
John Garrison as CEO_LtCmdr_Hull, and TO_Lt_Lvor
Pablo Delsoglio as CIV_Capt_Marek and FCO_Lt_Alvarado
Absent
None
Leave of Absence
Trish Yarborough as CMO-McIntyre
The USS Cherokee is enroute to Starbase 33 for a planned resupply and replacement of their mission specific pods.  The process will take a few days, so the ship has been granted permission to grant shore leave as desired.

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CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::On the bridge, running through checklists for Engineering division, making ready for docking and ridding the ship of those pods that have been upsetting the warp field shape::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::In his quarters, trying to see if there is something useful in the endless pages of Starfleet Intelligence Reports::

Host Cmdr_Ter`fek says:
@COM: Cherokee: This is Starbase 33 control, we have you on course for final approach.  Are you ready for pod removal?

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::On the bridge preparing for arrival to Starbase 33::  All: Are we ready to lose our mission specific pods when the time comes?

TO_Lt_LVor says:
 ::On the bridge, at Tac/Sec console, running standard tactical and security sensor sweeps as the Cherokee is on a heading for Starbase 33::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::On Bridge, preparing to send a new theoretical paper on Graviton disruption alleviation with Navigational Deflectors.::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: I've never served on a ship with them before.  Always was either "too old" or "too new".

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::as the console notifies him on the final approach to SB 33, he locks his desktop console, stands up and heads out of his quarters, heading for the Bridge::

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
COM: Starbase 33: Cmdr Ter'fek: We are ready for pod removal.

Host Cmdr_Ter`fek says:
@COM: Cherokee: Excellent.  Please follow beacon AA247 to a point 100,000 KM above planetary north pole and come to a full stop.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
COM: Starbase 33: Cmdr Ter'fek: Understood.

INFO: At the spot mentioned a small space dock setup can be seen.  12 Worker Bee pods are in position.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
FCO: Please follow instructions, Mister Alvarado

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
:.enters the Turbolift and directs it to the Bridge::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::arrives at the Bridge, and enters it quietly to avoid disturbing the bridge officers on duty::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CIV:  Captain, your timing is impeccable.  ::smiles:;  we are just arriving.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: As soon as we dump our pods we can talk about shore leave.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CEO: Ah, yes, Lieutenant, ::raises an eyebrow:: Precision is one of the cardinal virtues of every Starfleet Officer. ::smiles::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Aye Sir!  

Host Cmdr_Ter`fek says:
@COM: Cherokee: We have you down for a set of Colony pods.  I've been told orders are pending but it looks like you will be taking colonists to join the Fregrand colony.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
COM: Starbase 33: Cmdr Ter'fek: What are we, a taxi?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::peeps the engineering console, over the shoulder of Lt. Cmdr Hull::

TO_Lt_LVor says:
All:  Colonist?  

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
FCO: Are we 100,000 kilometers above planetary north pole yet, Mister Alvarado?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: Sir, we are about to reach that distance in 20 seconds.

Host Cmdr_Ter`fek says:
@COM: Cherokee: Can't answer that, Sir.  Just relaying what I have so you know what we're up to with your ship.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
COM: Starbase 33: Cmdr Ter'fek: It's okay, we run a great taxi service.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
CO:  Captain, the ship is configured for docking, and ready for disengaging of the mission pods.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
TO: Thank you, as soon as Mister Alvarado has us in position...

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Configures the console for enabling the mission pod mag-lock releases, readying for the worker bee pods to ferry them away from the ship::

FCO_Lt_Alvarado says:
All: Bringing the ship to a full stop in 3.2...1... Full stop.. All engines disengaged.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Watching the Worker Bees form up, 4 to each pod, preparing for their part.::  Self: Yes this is interesting, but I need to keep part of my brain on sensors until we are docked with Starbase.  Shh!

Host Cmdr_Ter`fek says:
@COM: Cherokee: Sensors confirm, we have you on point for pod release.  Worker Bees locking on Tractor Beams, you may disengage your locks when ready.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Enters his authorization code to the console for releasing the mission pods, a red digital button for each pod is now displayed::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Presses all release buttons for mag-lock release::

ACTION: The Worker Bees lock Tractor Beams to control the position of the pods and back them away from the ship's hull smoothly.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::watches the main screen ::

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
COM: Starbase 33: Cmdr Ter'fek: locks disengaged.

Host Cmdr_Ter`fek says:
@COM: Cherokee: Excellent, Cherokee.  We have the ship set for external dock at Maintenance Port 3.  You can establish direct link to station once in position.  Welcome home, Cherokee.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
CO:  Captain: Sensors show that all mission pods have disengaged, and have powered away from the ship.
 
Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
COM: Starbase 33: Cmdr Ter'fek: Thank you, good to be home.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
All: I just love to watch gravitons at work.  Just puts order into my life.  ::Smiles at the sensor readout.::

Host Cmdr_Ter`fek says:
@COM: Cherokee: Your new pods are being prepared and will be installed in the maintenance bay.  Once docked I am told to pass along permission to disembark crew as needed.  Starbase crew can handle the new install if desired.  If your crews wish to oversee it, we can arrange that as well.

FCO_Lt_Alvarado says:
::finishes last securing procedures::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Captain, we show a hard lock on the Starbase's tether and airlock, positive environmental and Starbase power connected

ACTION: As the ship docks, more Worker Bee pods start to move transport and cargo pods into position around the Cherokee.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: Very good.  It will be nice with the upgrades.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO: Yes Sir, Shore leave discussion?  Everyone, or skeleton crew?

CIV_Capt_Marek2 says:
All: I think this crew needs some relaxation time...

SO_Lt_Trix says:
Self: I'm not throwing my 2 credits in, that discussion is way past my authorization level...

SO_Lt_Trix says:
Self: No I'm not being too timid, go back to your own business!

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: I think the ship is in good hands here at our home port, I think we can get along with everyone on shore leave.  I'd like to uphold a tradition started by Admiral Alexander and continued with Captain Ayidee.  Before you all go your separate ways, I thought a dinner together would be nice.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Aye Sir!  That would be greatly appreciated!  

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: That would be nice, Captain.  Thank you, Sir.

CIV_Capt_Marek2 says:
CO: I fully agree.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Comm Officer:  Lieutenant, please announce to the crew, that ALL hands are free to leave the ship, enjoy shore leave and the Starbase's facilities and shops.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
<Comm Officer> CEO:  Aye Sir! 

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
All: There's a nice restaurant on the Starbase called Sam's Place.  Shall we meet there at 1900 hours?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Aye Sir!  See you there! 1900 hours.

CIV_Capt_Marek2 says:
CO: I hope Dress Uniforms are not required ::raises an eyebrow::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: Yes sir, I will see you there.  ::Pulls out a PADD and enters the name so it isn't forgotten.::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CIV: You don't wear a uniform anyway.  You're a civilian. ::Smiles::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
All: You're all dismissed.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Logs out of Eng1 console, and heads for the TL::

CIV_Capt_Marek2 says:
CO: As assignment... But I been wearing Starfleet Uniforms since.... ::realizes how old is he and prefers to leave the phrase like that::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
*Cherokee Crew*: Shore leave will now commence.  Enjoy yourselves.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Locks down station and grabs travel pouch with work PADDs and all.::

TO_Lt_LVor says:
::Logs out of Tac/Sec Console and heads for the TL::

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
::Logs off OPS console and leaves the bridge before the Captain changes his mind about shore leave for all::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: Sir, permission to use the Science Labs Holographic Comm system tomorrow?  I've been invited to a subspace panel and the holo transmitter makes it feel so much more "in person".

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: Permission granted.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Smiles.:: CO: Thank you sir.  Doctor Rexfeld is supposed to be there, I need to make sure his theories don't disrupt the entire discipline.  ::Grins.::
Self: What do you mean no one knows who that...oh, wait...

CIV_Capt_Marek2 says:
All: I suppose, I will be meeting you all by 1900 hours on the Station. ::nods and heads to the Turbolift::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Is getting good at knowing when to listen to Trix and when not to::

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