USS Cherokee episode 827
Colony Interspersal, by Steve Weller, Part 3
12110.27

Starring_
Steve Weller as Executive Producer, Vedik_Baaleen and SO_Lt_Trix 
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 transporting a group of colonists to the New Cauldron colony.  The colonies leaders have been invited to a dinner so the senior staff can have a chance to meet them.

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CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Heads to 7 Forward::

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
::Coming to the dinner Captain Daniels invited us to, hoping to learn more about our escort.  Walking with Rejkeck and a few others.::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::In the lounge, sitting at the edge of the bar, reviewing what I know about the area of space we're about to enter, looking for ways we can make the trip easier.::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::already in Seven Forward, with a cup of Vulcan Tea on his right hand::

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
::In Seven Forward not expecting that most of the colonists are Bajoran::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::The 7 Forward dual doors swoosh open, and Isaac enters, eyeing the tables and bar::

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
::Steps into the lounge and looks about.  Seems rather pleasant, then wonders what was expected?::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Looks up as the latest arrivals enter, including the delegation and their escort/ guide.  Stands at attention for a second, and then realizes that is overkill and relaxes a bit.::

TO_Lt_LVor says:
::Standing in the area between the entry doors and the bar, observing the room:: 

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::walks past Lt. Lvor, taps him on his stomach area with the back of his hand, a way Terran's say "Hello" in passing::

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
::Sees the Bajoran in the gold uniform and smiles.::  All: Hello, and thank you all for the invitation.  Vedik Baaleen, at your service.  And before you ask, the title is not quite what most think it means.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Arrives at Seven Forward and sees our guests:: Vedik Baaleen: Vedik, I'm so glad you could join us for dinner.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
::Looks at Commander Hull as he walks away, L'Vor raises his right eyebrow at the Terran non-verbal "hello" that Hull gave him on entering 7 Forward::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::approaches to the Vedik::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Vedik Baaleen: I hope your accommodations are satisfactory.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Closes the programs on the PADD and slips it into a satchel before stepping forward.::

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
CO: Thank you for the invitation, Captain Daniels.  Our accommodations are beyond expectations, thank you.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Approaches Captain Daniels and gathering::

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
CO: We thank you for the transport to what we hope will be our home.  From what we have heard New Cauldron has a perfect mix of what we need.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Captain! ::looks around at those around the Captain:: Good evening everyone!

SO_Lt_Trix says:
All: Hello Captains, Commander.  And Vedik Baaleen.  Welcome aboard.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Vedik Baaleen: May I present Commander Hull, our chief engineer.

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
CEO: Greetings and well met.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Vedik Baaleen: And Lieutenant Trix, my science officer.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Vedik Baaleen:  Sir! An honor to meet you, and welcome aboard the USS Cherokee!

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
SO: Greetings and well met as well.  Trill, yes?  We have not met many of your people.

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
All: Just so you all understand, my title is for my group.  It is an adaptation of the Vedek role on Bajor, but...independent.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Baaleen: Greetings... interesting concept.. may you elaborate on that, please?

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
All: We are a splinter group from the religion of the Prophets.  We follow many of the same teachings and guidelines, but we do not worship them as deities.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
Vedik Baaleen: Welcome, Sir.  I'm Granger Bodi, operations.  I'm curious about your religion.  For me and my family it has always been the Prophets.

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
OPS: Well, for us the role of the Prophets hasn't changed.  But we do not see them as divine.  They guide us, inadvertently at times, but we do not see them as gods.  I hope you are not offended by this.  ::Bows.::

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
Vedik Baaleen: No, not offended exactly, just a bit confused.  So, who do you worship in your religion?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Waves over one of the stewards carrying a tray of drinks::
 
Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
OPS: Of the nature of the divine, we are not certain.  We believe there is a guiding power, but do not know what form that power takes.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Vedik Baaleen: I understand you consider yourselves wiccans.  We have a history with a group calling themselves wiccan, who were thought to be witches.  They used things in nature for their craft.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::moves to a replicator and dissolves his cup, then return to the group hearing the Vedik words::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::selects a scotch::

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
CO: Apologies Captain, we are not Wiccans, but the colony that has offered us a space was founded by them.  But what I heard is similar to what you mentioned, if I understand it right.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Vedik Baaleen:  Sir! We would be interested to hear your plans on planet-fall, when we arrive at New Cauldron, what will be your first actions?

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
CO: They have invited people who wish more religious freedom.  As long as we, or any group, does not try and force our beliefs on others, we are free to join the colony.  They have given us what would be called a "subcontinent".

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
CEO: We will need to build our settlement.  A few of our people already have made arrangements to join mining operations, but the rest of us will begin construction of the colony.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Vedik Baaleen: Oh okay, I get it now.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Vedik Baaleen:  Ah, what about the mission pods, will you want them detached and landed on New Cauldron for temporary shelters?  
 
Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
Rejkeck: Please present our gifts to the Captain and his crew.  
CEO: That is our understanding.  There is an area of cleared land, but we will greatly appreciate the ready structures.

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
All: Rejkeck is my...partner for lack of a better term?  I handle the spiritual needs of the colony and provide overall guidance, he runs the day to day operations and makes the colony work.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Vedik: Your operations officer , or your right hand... ::raises an eyebrow::

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
All: The bottles he presents are a wine, from the last world we lived on.  Very sweet taste, very pleasant.  We hope we can grow it on New Cauldron.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Vedik Baaleen:  Very good, I will ensure they are ready for landing when they are vacated when we reach your new home!

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Vedik Baaleen:  Why that is very thoughtful Sir!  And Thank you Rejkeck, greatly appreciated!

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
<Rejkeck> CIV: I prefer the term mayor.  I am the political leader of the colony, but in all things this group follows the Vedik.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Vedik: ::nods::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
Vedik: Was that the Xeltair colony?  Xeltair wine used to make it in small amounts to Bajor, not sure if it is still available but it was very, very sought after years ago.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
::Making a security sweep circuit around 7 Forward while the guests and crew mingle::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Rejkeck: Yes, thank you for the wine.

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
CO: I hope you enjoy it.
SO: Yes it was.  The colony was a beautiful world, but was not a good fit I am afraid.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
::Not sure what to think about the so-called Vedik and the colonists.::

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
CO: It is not quite ready, but some of our colonists are preparing Milaberry biscuits for the dinner.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
Vedik Baaleen: Sounds delicious.

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
CO: Your ship is magnificent, Captain Daniels.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Vedik Baaleen: Thank you.  She isn't a young ship but, she's still got a lot of life left in her.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Stands a little taller hearing the compliment of the Cherokee::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: Youth isn't always as advantageous as the young think.  ::Grins.::  Or so my gut tells me.  Over and over and over...

Host Vedik_Baaleen says:
CO: We have travelled on a few vessels over the past few years.  This one is by far the most impressive.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: Spoken like a true Trill.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Vedik Baaleen: My Engineers and operations people do a great job.  They impress me everyday.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
:: ::Grinning in uncontrollable pride at the Captain's praises::

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