Author: Steven Weller

USS Cherokee episode 902
Diametrically Opposed, by Steve Weller, Part 12
12307.19

Starring_
Steve Weller as Executive Producer, Console_Harvin, Prefect_Bernell, Commissar_Melpaton and SO_Lt_Trix 
Zach Farland as CO-Capt_Daniels and OPS_Ens_Granger 
John Garrison as CEO_LtCmdr_Hull, and TO_Lt_Lvor
Leave of Absence
Pablo Delsoglio as CIV_Capt_Marek and FCO_Lt_Alvarado
*Absent
None
The crew of the Cherokee have arrived at Hartawan 3, a planet of the Dia Republic. The world appears very clean for a world with such a population. They have just transported down to the surface and are materializing now.

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ACTION: The Away Team and Melpaton's entourage materialize on the surface. Standing before them are Console Harvin and 3 other individuals. All are dressed in bright, sharp colors.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Rematerializes in a large field and looks around::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Materializes and takes a breath. Notices the world has a distinct, but not unpleasant, smell.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
::materializes and immediately begins his escort duties along with the other TOs::

Host Console_Harvin says:
All: Welcome to Hartawan 3. First step is a quick scan to ensure no one is carrying potential pollutants. And that will be for all of us. ::Steps closer to the Away Team.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
@<TO Jorgio> CEO:  Sir, the away team successfully transported to the surface.

ACTION: Two of the people who were standing with Harvin step forward and pull out what looks like a Medical Tricorder scanning device. Each makes a quick pass over the group.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
@TO Jorgio:  Thank you, keep a look on their location at all times.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Harvin: I noticed something upon our arrival, it can't be coincidental.  Why were the other ships in orbit avoiding our ship?

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
All: Your scans are clean. Welcome to Hartawan 3.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
@<TO Jorgio> CEO:  Aye Sir, maintaining scans.

Host Console_Harvin says:
CO: We try to avoid...cultural spill over. Your ship is escorted by a Dia vessel, but you do not have a Dia Transponder to identify you as a ship approachable for trade. That transponder is what would let them approach. So without one, no one does. Or has yet.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
::TOs watching intently while taking a few steps closer to away team::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Harvin: Okay, got it.  Thanks, I was just curious.

INFO: The field the crew stand in is perfectly level. There is a layer of plants similar to grass but as soft as cotton. Buildings in the distance have a distinct green tint to them as well.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Bernell: Nice to know we are clean.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Looks around again:: SO: I don't think we're in Kansas anymore, Toto.

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
CO: Do not take offense. It was not you we were ensuring were safe. It was your technology. We have strict laws protecting the world from pollution. And that includes visitors. From any world. ::Makes an awkward bow while glancing at Harvin.::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: No sir. It looks like...I don't know what to call it. Maybe extreme Terraforming? Like the planet was shaped to what they needed, and the life was as well?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
@::Takes the center chair while reading a PADD handed to him by a yeoman::

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
CO/ SO: That is correct. Long ago our world was on the verge of an environmental disaster. Since then we have been doing all we can to keep the planet clean. And we've found with slight nudges plants can make excellent additions to a city. ::Smiles.::
All: Forming plant life into manufacturing systems is a bit much to ask, but we've worked to minimize the impact there and try to ensure pollution is kept under control every way we can.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Shrugs and pulls out a Tricorder.:: All: Whatever this plant is below us, it is producing large quantities of oxygen for a plant that size.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
@::Hands the PADD back to the Yeoman, after signing the dilithium fuel report::

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
CO: What would you like to see first...I'm sorry, what was your title?

Host Console_Harvin says:
All: Sorry, my mistake. Captain Daniels, Cherokee crew, meet Prefect Bernell, head of Hartawan 3.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Bernell: I'm sorry.  I'm Captain Daniels.  The young lady is Lieutenant Trix my science officer.  Well everything looks real pretty right here.  Is the Commissar going to be able to see more, maybe speak to a few citizens?

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Bernell: This is Commissar Melpaten of the Arwen Republic.  He is the one you should be talking to.  I'm sure he has many questions.

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
CO: I've been told to grant you all the access of a full member of the Dia. And Commissar Melpaton's team, of course. Unusual and exciting!

Host Commisar_Melpaton says:
CO: Thank you, Captain.
Prefect: Your description of this world sounds incredible. How long ago did you start down this path? It seems...beyond belief to sculpt a biosystem like this.

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
All: It was about 200 years ago. When the Dia accepted us as full members, we began to utilize their technology towards this end.  It was difficult but we are very proud of it.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
Prefect: How long did membership take once you accepted? Were asked to join maybe? Not sure of the accepted phrasing.

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
SO: It was 7 years. We were fairly advanced when we were invited, compared to the average. It didn't take long to learn what we needed.
All: Let's move to the city, yes? Let you see our pride? ::Starts walking towards the nearest group of buildings about 2 kilometers away.::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Follows the Prefect and the others ::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Moves along, scanning with Tricorder as we go.:: CO: No metal or stone in any of the buildings. But I think their are photoelectric panels on the room of the ones I can scan.

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
CO/ Melpaton: Is there anything either of you are more interested in?

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: That's kind of amazing isn't it?

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: I think it is. Some type of wood, but those buildings are far taller than I'd have expected for wood.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: Living wood, if my scans are accurate.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Whispers:: SO: I don't know about you but, I think I'm ready to join the Dia.  ::He's just kidding but, still.::

Host Console_Harvin says:
::Walking along with the others, paying attention to what is around the group.::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: I've seen worse worlds to live on.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
@<TO Jorgio> CEO:  Sir, sensors show clear, security reporting no incidents to report.

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
#<Hartawan Control> COM: Cherokee: Hartawan Control to USS Cherokee. Did your vessel require or desire anything while in orbit?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
@TO Jorgio:  Thank you Mr. Jorgio, keep your reports coming.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
@<TO Jorgio> CEO:  Aye Sir! 

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
@COM: Hartawan Control:  I can't think of anything.  ::Looks back at CEO to see if he needs anything::

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
All: The buildings are adapted from the Fant tree, the largest indigenous plant on Hartawan. The Branches are encouraged to grow together to form walls and floors and the like.

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
All: There are Transporters, short range ones, on each floor to get from one floor to another. Takes a good deal of energy, but we have a pretty good supply worldwide. Larger range transporters are in each lobby to move to other buildings, or cities. Or orbital facilities.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
@OPS ::Looks at Mr. Granger:: No, we are good, no issues, give them our compliments.

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
#<Hartawan Control> COM: OPS: Understood. Just a warning, in about 6 hours we will send you new orbital coordinates. We try to keep orbital vessels in "the shade" to ensure surface photoelectric cells can get a full charge.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
@COM: Hartawan Control: Thanks for asking Hartawan Control.  We are good for now.  ::Hears there statement about moving in 6 hours::  Understood.

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
::Walks up to a building.:: All: This facility contains living space, schools, medical facilities and basic supply shops. Spread out over what most worlds would call 19 stories. It is called Red Fant District 3.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
@OPS:  Interesting, lets release a relaying satellite geosynched over the AT's location, that way we won't be hampered by our orbital path change.

Info: The Cherokee is sent the coordinates. It will put them over the arctic, but still within easy Transporter Range of the Away Team.

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
CO/ Melpaton: Would you like to see inside or did you prefer the manufacturing center down the street?

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
@CEO: The Dia might not like our releasing a satellite.  It might be misunderstood.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Looks at Melpaton to give the answer::

Host Commisar_Melpaton says:
Prefect: The living areas would be nice. And more useful. I doubt your manufacturing would even be recognizable to us.

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
::Does something between a smile and a smirk.:: Melpaton: As you say.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
@<SO Watt> OPS/ CEO: We could ask permission?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
@OPS:  You may be correct Mr. Granger, prepare one, and keep it ready to launch in the tube, 22,000 miles. 

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
@CEO: Aye, Sir.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
@<SO Watt>/OPS:  Let's see where they are going to send us first, then we'll ask.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
@CEO: Aye, Sir.  Understood.

Host Prefect_Bernell says:
::Steps in through the door, pushing a door that moves like a tarp but once in place seemed to seal fairly well. Inside the area is lit by dimly glowing fungus and a lot of open windows.:: All: Welcome to Red Fant District 3. A total of 100 families live here. Each one with about 1500 Mekfars. ::Computer translates the last 2 words to 1000 square Meters,

Info: About a dozen people are seen walking about to different buildings. Each clearly labeled in an alphabet no one recognizes. A Tricorder scan of them translates the names to names as well as, for the commercial sections, descriptions of what the "building" is for.

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