USS Cherokee episode 875
Grand Theft Artifact, by Steve Weller, Part 31
12211.09

Starring_
Steve Weller as Executive Producer, Seskaloth and SO_Lt_Trix 
Zach Farland as CO_Capt_Daniels and OPS_Ens_Granger 
John Garrison as CEO_LtCmdr_Hull, and TO_Lt_Lvor
Absent
None
Leave of Absence
Pablo Delsoglio as CIV_Capt_Marek and FCO_Lt_Alvarado
The crew of the Cherokee have tracked leads from the theft of several historic or cultural artifacts to a dealer based in the Betraka Nebula. They are working now to find out what this being knows.

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SO_Lt_Trix says:
::In Shuttlebay, double checking and trying to figure out just how this outfit is supposed to fit together. Doesn't anyone just wear slacks and a top anymore?::

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
::Waiting for the rest of the away team outside Riegel's ship.  He is excited to be going::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Walks back into the Shuttlebay after changing to his civilian clothing.::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Enters shuttle bay::  All: Is everyone here?

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: I think so, Captain. Not sure I'm wearing this right, but otherwise I think I'm ready to go.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: I think I liked it better when I didn't care what I was wearing.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Laughs.:: CO: I can't argue with that. Been through that change a few times. Benefits to both, honestly.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
All:  Just as long as we aren’t wearing Star Fleet uniforms, should be good, we will be new faces at the very least

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: So what is the plan? Go in and just see what is available and go from there?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Looks at Lt. LVor, not believing what he just heard him say.::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO/All: We'll try to keep a low profile.  Ask discretely around for Seskaloth.  See what turns up.  We'll act as buyers looking for something.  What?  I don't know.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Nods.:: CO: Sounds like a good place to start.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: Is our ride ready?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Yes Sir!  Ready for flight, the engineering team also installed an environmental package which should make the trip bearable.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
All: Well then, let's get on board and be on our way.  Who is going to pilot this thing?

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Double checks that her outfit hasn't slipped into a strange fit and picks up a small bag.:: CO: Should we be armed or is it safer to stay in cover?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Be happy to Captain, if no one else would like the pilot seat!

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Shakes head.:: CO: I am qualified but I think I'm the emergency option at flight control in this situation. At best.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: Almost tempted to pilot myself but, I can't have all the fun.  The job is yours, Commander. ::Heads into the shuttle::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: I think it is okay for rich people to travel with armed security.  We have L’Vor.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Walks onboard the shuttle, sits in the pilot seat, starts the startup routine while everyone else is finding their seats.::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Nods in agreement, steps into the shuttle and finds a seat.:: CO: Very good.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Boards the small ship and finds a seat::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Looks back over his shoulder, sees everyone is onboard, pushes a button on the console, which closes the shuttle door.::

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CEO: Can I sit in the co-pilot's seat?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
OPS:  Mr. Granger, yes please, would you request clearance?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Initiating the impulse engine startup.::

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CEO: Aye, Sir.  ::Sits in the co-pilot's seat, smiling::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Places the environmental package online, and pressurization begins.  Coordinates are set::

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
*Cherokee OPS*: This is the away team requesting clearance for departure.

Host Seskaloth says:
<Bridge OPS> *CEO*: You are cleared for departure. Have a safe trip, sir.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CEO: We're ready, Sir.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
All:  Here we go! ::keying in the liftoff maneuver and out through the forcefield of the Shuttlebay doors which are already open and into space::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
All:  The flight computer has set multiple waypoints due to the makeup of the nebula, so the flight will be longer than expected.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Stares out a porthole at the nebula as we pass, wishing we had something resembling a sensor pallet on this ship.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::making flight adjustments as the shuttle proceeds on-course.::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Stays quiet to let CEO concentrate on the tricky flying he's got to do.  Watches out a window::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
All:  Just so everyone can take a deep breathe, all systems are functioning nominally.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CEO: Nebula flying isn't so bad. True there are occasional pockets but Starfleet craft can easily...oh. Never mind, force of habit coming out there.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Sir, do you have a cover story ready for our arrival at the colony? 
 
Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Thinks - I don't want to die in a rental::

INFO: The nebula isn't a consistent density, with several smaller clouds splayed about forming the overall whole. Relatively safe paths aren't that difficult to find.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: I thought I'd play it by ear.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
SO:  Yes, I had recently run a nebula shuttle qualification the last time I was on the holodeck, so I think I still have the touch.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Ah! That is the best way Sir! Plans always disintegrate after making contact anyways.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::monitoring the computer's programmed flight path, showing the different densities and waypoints as each are negotiated through.

ACTION: After clearing one of the clouds, the Away Team can see a decent sized private space station. It appears to be an old style Ferengi Portable Trade station with several older, damaged ships docked to it. It sits on the edge of a much larger nebula cloud that shows no sign of dissipating as it moves further into the area.

Host Seskaloth says:
@COMM: Shuttle: Unidentified rental vehicle, this is private property. Identify yourself and your intentions.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Sir, I think that is your queue.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
OPS: Answer him.  We're looking for something to buy. and so forth.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CO: Me, Sir?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Looks at Mr. Granger::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
OPS: Yes, you.  You're operations aren't you?

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CO: Yes, Sir.  I mean, aye, Sir.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
OPS:  Our shuttle name is "Maximus".

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
COM:  This is the Maximus.  We'd like to conduct some business here.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CEO: Thank you, Sir.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
OPS:  ::Nods::  keep it simple, the more you stay closer to the truth, the better the storyline.

Host Seskaloth says:
@COMM: Shuttle: Maximus is your ship, fine, but who are you? And more importantly, how do you know where "here" is to begin with?

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
COM: My employer's name is Mister Walters, from Earth.

Host Seskaloth says:
@COMM: Walters? Never heard of anyone named Walters. How did you find this place?

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Smiles at the play on his name::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
OPS:  Tell them we have plenty of gold-pressed Latium to conduct business, it doesn’t matter how we know they are here, we are here with them now, how we know is irrelevant.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
COM: The guy is sleeping it off.  He's this rich guy from Earth and he wants art.  I don't know how he knew you were here, neither does anyone else up here.  We can take his money elsewhere.  It makes no difference to us.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
OPS:  Aye! 

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
COM: He's got real gold pressed Latium to spend.

Host Seskaloth says:
@COMM: Easy for you to say. We have a very...select client base. Hold your position, I need to scan your ship. If you have a name of contact, send that along. If not, hold tight.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
COM: Stay or go, we get paid just the same.  What's it gonna be, man?

SO_Lt_Trix says:
All: We could give him Bardhaven's name. ::Shrugs.:: Not sure if it will help.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: I'd rather not.  I'd rather save that one for Seskaloth.

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