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This is an open Lounge RP for all of us sci-fi types. As was stated in the title, it takes place in a galaxy housing various factions. These factions are drawn from my imagination or based on already-present sci-fi franchises and vary from one faction to the next, but all are put together in the same universe (which makes it a rather large universe). One need not be military personnel or such to travel the stars and visit other worlds, as public transportation runs all across every world and the prices are quite affordable. There are many worlds to visit, and truly no limits to how you go about RPing here. The galaxy is your playground! Wanna visit Vegas on Earth? Go for it! Wanna help the Cornerian Defense Force against pirate targets? They could use the help! Want to visit the Klingon Academy, or see the Romulan Republic's latest acheivements? Go see for yourself! Bring your furryness, too! For once, the furs of the galaxy are seeing the sights of the galaxy! Let your furry characters interact with the Dragon-shifters of Dragon'taan; let them take in the sights of New Cerinia, or gain the respect of the Sangheili! Furry or otherwise, there is so much you can do here, it is literally impossible to name it all off the top of my head. This is an RP intended for *all* to enjoy.
I must point out, however, there are rules:
No godmodding. Self-explanatory.
Romance is fine, just nothing against the rules.
No unauthorized deaths.
No unauthorized violence. Violent scenes between players must be run through me in PMs.
Violent scenes against NPCs (such as pirates or raiders) must be carefully managed. I don't mind them, provided they are involving NPCs you control.
I have a number of worlds and locations in mind for this RP (See below), but if you want a specific world/special location added to the list, please PM me with a description (Planet type, proposed location, ruling government if applicable, etc.)
Come and go as you please, with any characters you want. This RP is open to all.
If you need to post an image, please post it in a link.
If you don't understand something, or have a question about anything, please - PM me. I will explain to the best of my ability.
Available Worlds list has been moved to this google document. Please let me know if you have any trouble accessing it.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wtPlBtKTyGi5JipzLfM-OwCotLwR8cBp8qLV_UhSbq0/edit?usp=sharing (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wtPlBtKTyGi5JipzLfM-OwCotLwR8cBp8qLV_UhSbq0/edit?usp=sharing)
Again, if you want to see a location added to this list, please PM me with requested information (see above).
Now that that's all done... any takers?
EDIT 7/31/2019:
For those considering joining, this thread has all you need to know:
https://www.thefurryforum.com/forums/index.php?topic=40670.0 (https://www.thefurryforum.com/forums/index.php?topic=40670.0)
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Begin Bio......
Name:Tigress Arcnon
Age:37
Gender:Female
Species: Tigarian (Anthro white Tiger)
Attire:Synthetic Dragonskin lined flight suit with black stripes exactly matching her fur pattern underneath/ Mjolinir Gen 3.3 powered armor
Height:7'5(you think she's tall you should see the males)
Weapons loadout: BR95 ACR (Adaptive Combat Rifle) [upgraded UNSC Battle Rifle] Type- 33D LAAW (Light Anti-Armor Weapon) [Fuel rod Cannon]
Short Bio: Tall strong and open hearted, Tigress is the very definition of a combat effective mother, although serious and dark during times of combat, her overall tough appearance is just a hard shell over a soft body. She is actually very caring and loving, but does not hesitate to fight if the need is there. Tigress Arcnon is the second in line to take the Throne on Tigaria ,however a princess she may be, she is only a princess in the word itself, she doesn't mind getting her hands Dirty.
Currently in Virinat to study Agricultural technology.
" Explain to me any princess that doesn't mind getting her hands dirty with motor oil or some other mechanical lubricant, designs and builds her own military equipment, improves on others, and on top of that Sells that military equipment for a job.
"Actually I challenge you to find another who does such, I guarantee you, you will not find another one, and that's what makes me unique. Unlike other princesses I don't care about my looks, or some other blasted elitist thing, you want a strong women who doesn't mind getting her hands dirty, come and get me.
While other princess put on makeup and other gross stuff to look pretty, I'm making Battlemechs, Armor, and weapons that would fry their delicate little bodies if not their fancy hair. ~ Tigress Arcnon explains herself.
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Begin Bio......
Name:Keri Coug'arr
Fur pattern: Tanish cougar fur.
Age:21
Gender:Female
Species: Genetically modified Khajiit.
Attire: Tanish colored synthetic Dragonskin flightsuit that matches her cougar like fur pattern/ Mjolnir Gen 3.3 powered armor.
Weapons loadout: BR98 ACR (yes same as Tigress.) Type-25 DER/DR (Directed Energy Weapon) [Brute plasma rifle]
Short Bio: A former slave turned soldier/mercenary, Keri now follows around her 'former' master who actually freed her ,but due to her conditioning as a slave she still thought she was the property of someone else, thanks to a little psychological therapy, and some other small things. She is now a fully capable self-motivated being.
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Location: Dragon'taan, Military district, Dragon'taan Armory, R&D Weapons Labs, Lab F1, Time:Error Date:Error.
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"Mwuhahahaaa. I've done it I've finally created the perfect weapon to burn or maybe embarrass those blasted elitist snobbish princesses!" Tigress laughed manically holding up her newest upgrade to an old weapon a light portable Flamethrower.
"I still don't see why your obsessed with burning every snobbish or elitist princess, Tigress." Keri a cougar like Khajiit noted.
"It's kinda."The large tiger paused." A habit, I think I'll just use the sprayer function to spray some sort of goo stuff on them or something." Tigress replied to her smaller cat friend.
Requested by members of the Roleplay and Romulan furry i have copied and pasted the layout text here
Central District: This is where the Government enclave of Dragon'taan rests, built by the dragon-shifters after the Marauder War. This is where the leadership of Dragon'taan military and government issue statements and make speeches. At the center of the courtyard before the enclave stands a statue of General Kyle Indari, who led the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps to victory against the Necromyan Collective during the Marauder War. Also housed in the Central District is a museum, filled with many historical artifacts and items found throughout the Marauder War. This museum, named Marauder Museum, also serves to tell those willing to listen the history of the Dragon-shifters and how they came to Dragon'taan. Also housed within this district is one of the more populated Residential sectors (other than the Residential District, listed below).
Market District: Are you a merchant, looking to buy or sell wares? Or are you looking to buy supplies for your home on Dragon'taan, if any? In either case, the Market district is where you buy your goods. Located north-east of the central district, this district sells everything from antiquities and general goods to excess military surplus equipment. Nothing illegal sold here, and all transactions are under the watchful eye of the police. If you try to sell illegal goods here, you will be flagged. Repeat offenders face serious jail time and possible banishment from Dragon'taan.
Warehouse District: If you are stopping on Dragon'taan to re-supply your ship, the Warehouse district is where you go. When you arrive, please have a datapad of your ship, it's specs, and other required information so that we know where to send your supplies. After all, the space above Dragon'taan is VERY crowded. If you have reserved a supply shipment, please have the receipt and reservation ticket you received over the interstellar networks on hand. This district is located to the north-west of the Central District.
Restaurant District: Looking to take a loved one on a romantic date? Looking for a quick bite to eat? Or a good meal cooked by Dragon'taan's finest? This district is for you, located to the south-east of the Central District, this particular district has all manner of restaurants and eateries, some of which provide live shows and all of them providing good music.
Holodeck District: Looking for some fun holonovel time? Need to try a new simulation? This district, located south-west of the Central District, has all manner of holographic arenas, general recreation holodecks, and provides services ranging from holographic arena matches (similar to those of the LMC's Unreal Tournaments) to general recreational times. If you have a custom simulation you wish to test in the Holodeck District, please make the necessary reservations. If you come here to fight, please reserve your time with any companions you wish to accompany you before heading here. If you come here merely to relax, you only need to say so to the nearest District Employee.
Military District: Looking for a mercenary contract with the Marauder Corps? Looking to join our great military? This district, spanning the entire western edge of Indari City, houses many of our armories, recruitment stations, training facilities, and barracks. If you look for a mercenary contract, take it to one of the Mercenary Recruitment offices - if you wish to enlist, make your request to the regular recruitment center. If you're not a dragon-shifter, don't worry - there is a place for everyone in our military.
Residential District: This District, spanning the entire eastern edge of the city, houses the many residents of Dragon'taan. If you wish to live here, talk to one of the Real Estate Representatives to see what's available. Just a ten-minute drive further east of this sector lies Draco Hill, wherein lies Indari Manor, the place that houses General Indari himself.
Quickmap:
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/368796434960613379/652476551882997771/Dragontaan_map_Beta_zpseiheyr2j.png)
Beta map by me.
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At Indari Manor, Drake woke at 7:30 AM, sat up, yawned, and stretched, popping a few joints as he did so. "Another day in paradise," he grunted groggily with a hint of sarcasm.
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"Since when was Paradice?" Amie asked, still laying in bed, though looking at Drake...
Quick bio.
Amie Ahkrin'kaal is an odd Vixen whose fur changes color depending on the season white during the autumn and winter and Red During spring and summer, she has an odd power of fire which also makes her incredibly resistant to fire...
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(Don't forget she's Drake's wife)
"That was a bit of sarcasm, dear," Drake responded. He laid back down. "Uuuuugh, I don't wanna get up," he groaned. "Any minute, now--"
Drake was cut off by the sound of his baby sister suddenly crying.
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Amie's ears perked hearing the baby."Sounds like Kira's hungry , maybe I can help." Amie said sliding around, letting her legs out from the bed and getting up, throwing the sheet back onto the bed as she headeded out the door and towards Kira's room.
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Kira continued Wailing, and Amie would find Anna already in the room. "Yes, yes, little one, mommy's got you," she assured the wailing child.
Drake just grumbled in bed, but slipped on his wedding band, which had been sitting on the nightstand next to him.
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"Oh guess I'm late again, Mom... I better get back to Drake you two enjoy your time." Amie said starting to turn around to head back to 'her' room.
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By the time Amie would get back to the room she shared with Drake, she would find that Drake was drifting back to sleep.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Markus yawned, sat up, and stretched, finding himself in his quarters aboard the UACS Thermopylae-A, and not back on Dragon'taan, like he was in his dream. And for some reason, the Tiger with the inverted fur pattern found, his head hurt. A lot. He groaned and rested his head in his hand.
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"Headaches again?" Krystal Indari asked, walking up behind Markus.
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"Yeah," Markus grumbled. "They just come and go. Nothing to worry about... unless Medbay ran out of Headache meds again..."
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"Why do you never ask me for help?" Krystal asked
Dragon'taan
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Amie tried her best to sneak back into her bed without waking Drake, once in bed she tried to snuggle up with her husband.
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"Last time I did, you gave me nightmares about that cat," Markus chuckled lovingly, though still irritatedly due to his headache.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake felt his wife crawling into bed. "Still trying to sneak past me when I sleep?" Drake asked with a smile, still half-asleep.
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"Cat? What cat?" Krystal asked "You mean Tigress or Keri?" She added still confused. "It's not my fault the cat was on your mind I don't do mind control."
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"You know which cat - the one from Earth, the tabby," Markus grumbled. "But, eh - doesn't matter." Markus got out of bed and slumped into his uniform. "Wonder if the science teams ever got to the bottom of that anomaly they detected," he mused.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
While Drake was still trying to wake up, Faasnu and Maria - recently married - were already up and cooking. "Mathayus, baby, did you hear from Markus?"
"Last I heard from him was last night," Faasnu answered, "And he was sending a couple ships to investigate an anomaly near Outpost 'Mantakar."
"What kind of anomaly?" Maria asked.
"He didn't say," Faasnu responded. "And I didn't ask."
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(Woah! I love this! May I join?)
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"Last time I did, you gave me nightmares about that cat," Markus chuckled lovingly, though still irritatedly due to his headache.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake felt his wife crawling into bed. "Still trying to sneak past me when I sleep?" Drake asked with a smile, still half-asleep.
"Past you? No into you." Amie murred back.
"Get your mind off the cat and let me help, actually best just clear you mind entirely." Krystal said
(Yes Cecillia you may join, just don't interupt our chracters Amie get's really mad when people ruin her moments.)
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(You most certainly can, Cecilia. This RP is meant for all.)
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(Okay, just give me a sec. I need to figure out stuff.)
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(No rush.)
"Either way, sweetheart," Drake chuckled. "I take it mom beat you to Kira?"
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Markus sat down next to Krystal, clearing his mind.
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"Yeah she did. Oh well as long as someone took care of her." Amie replied.
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'Mantakar
"So let's see if I can remember this your brain is what I consider a type b2... No that was one of those battledroids i shredded awhile ago... Ahh I'm just kidding with you, relax and let me see what's got your brain in a knot." Krystal said placing her hands on both sides of Markus' head , closing her eyes to concentrate.
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Markus relaxed into Krystal's touch, letting her work.
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Even pregnant, Kabier liked to do things herself, even though her husband kept insisting he do them for her. He didn't blame her, considering her history, but he still didn't want any harm to come to their unborn son.
So, it was no surprise to find the young lioness, belly enlarged, cooking pancakes in the early hours of the morning humming to the tune of "I'll be gone".
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it wasn't long til a large heavy knock came to Kabier's front door...
'Mantakar.
"Let's see what are you so stressed out about?" Krystal asked in a calming quiet tone. "Celina is fine with her aunt and uncle,I'm right here..... what could possibly be giving you such a headache?"
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(Ok, sorry for being late.)
Name: Cecilia
Gender: Female
Species: Mouse
Description: Cecilia is a heavy set mouse. She's 26, she lives for adventure and travels across the universe seeking it.
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(personally speaking, but. I don't think you can be late in this sort of rp..)
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"Could be that I'm just hungry," Markus suggested.
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Kabier flipped the pancakes, then went over to answer the door.
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Tigress was the one at the door "Hey Kaiber I came by to... The large tiger stopped seeing Kaiber...."You storing up for winter in there or something?" she asked with a smirk clearly she knew what it was.
'Mantakar.
"No that's my name I'm Hungary." Krystal joked... "Maybe I don't see anything wrong up here, how long has it been since you last ate?"
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Kabier drooped her ears and eyelids in amused irritation. "I'm pregnant, you idiot," she joked. She chuckled and moved aside. "Come on in," she said.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"I haven't eaten since lunch yesterday... remember that op we got caught in? With that Sargasso Pirate and his crew? Didn't get a chance to eat after that - I was too tired," Markus explained.
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"What don't like Tigress' MREs?" Krystal asked.
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Dragon'taan
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"Thank you." Tigress said slowly stepping inside "So like I was saying. Congratulations, do you know when your due, Fay only told me you had a kid."
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Cecilia was cruising through space in her ship. It was a tiny thing but it always got her to her destination. On board was all your the stuff she had collected from her travels: a few weapons, some cool armor, and TONS of treasure. She was getting close to a planet. Her monitor beeped and showed the text "Dragon'taan."
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(Just out of curiosity, Cecilia, what kind of ship is Cecilia flying? Do you have an image?)
The arrival of an unidentified ship in Dragon'taan orbit did not go unnoticed. A artificial female voice came over the radio: "Unidentified starship, this is Dragon'taan Orbital Traffic Control - please identify, over."
*** Drakona Residence ***
"Another week and a half," Kabier replied, going back to the pancakes. "And the doc is convinced it's a boy."
*** Indari Manor ***
Drake groaned, unable to fully go back to sleep, and rose from bed, dressed, and walked out into the kitchen at 8:15 AM. "Morning, kiddo," greeted Kyle.
"Morning, dad," Drake responded as he sat down.
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Amie was right behind Drake as usual making no sounds as she got up and followed him, waving "Hi" to her father in law.
Drakona house-----
"Which doc was that?" Tigress asked, sitting down at the table. "I wouldn't trust any of them but Krystal and her staff." Tigress noticed "Then again I've hung around that vixen so long it's a wonder why."
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(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160229/7999968d4b7e78afb2a23e41609c04b2.jpg)
(This one is what I imagine)
Cecilia heard the radio and responded. "This is Cecilia Jacobs requesting to land my SP-4-CE hear for supplies and fuel. May I come down?"
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The AI handling the DOTC paused, then responded, "Affirmative, you are cleared to land at docking bay nine-gamma. Transmitting nav markers - follow the indicated trajectory. Radio if you're having trouble. Out."
*** Drakona Residence ***
"It was Fay who told me," Kabier responded. "And I'm considering letting her help me deliver the baby."
"And we're thinking of naming our son something... a bit exotic - Tyber. Tyber Drakona," said Viktor, now coming into the area. "And you, sweetheart," he indicated Kabier. "Are supposed to be letting me cook."
*** Indari Manor ***
"Sleep well, Amie?" Kyle asked his daughter-in-law.
"Until Kira woke us both up," Drake grumbled, slowly digging into his waffles.
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"Kira Doesn't wake me up anymore." Amie replied. "Drake does." She smirked.
Drakona Residence----
"That or Krystal depending on which is available Krystal taught Fay almost everything she knows. Have you ever seen Lupe Tiber?" Tigress asked. " That name is great ,but reminds me of her." Tigress said turning to Viktor. "She's independent I can give her that much heck she probably could raise the kid herself if she wanted to, thank goodness she has a Husband though, now you be more careful out there in your job ,honey."
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As the coordinates were spoken they appeared on the monitor. Cecilia cliked a blue button and sent the ship into auto pilot. It glided into the atmosphere and a huge metropolis was revealed. The SP-4-CE docked.
(Am I missing any details?)
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(Don't think so.)
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(Nothing missed that I can see.)
The DMC Automated Drones tended to Cecilia's ship, and the metropolis of Draco City stood before the SP-4-CE.
*** Indari Manor ***
Drake chuckled. "Yeah, sorry. I'm a little clumsy when I first wake up," he apologized.
*** Drakona Residence ***
"We both will have to be careful in our jobs," Kabier said, finishing the pancakes. "Neither of us are going to deny our child his parents. Especially considering the history we both have had."
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"Yeah i dunno about Viktor ,but I heard yours Kabby, heck of a place to grow up." Tigress replied, pulling out one of her hombrewed MRE packets.
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Cecilia exited her ship and took a deep breath of the planet's air. She was wearing a cobalt blue space suit that was skin tight. She was hoping to find something more comfortable to wear, but there was never any clothes that could fit her body type. She looked ahead at the beautiful city in front of her.
(Going to bed, I'll be back from school tomorrow at 3:00 nighty night.)
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"Yeah," Kabier sighed with a bit of melancholy. "I think mom and dad would be proud to know they're grandparents."
"Yeah," Viktor sighed. "But we both have each other, baby." He reached out and gently took the MRE packets. "MREs? Thank you."
*** Spaceport ***
A protocol greeter droid approached Cecilia. "Greetings, madame - welcome to Dragon'taan! How might I be of service?" the droid greeted her.
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"HEY THAT"S MINE!" Tigress grumbled, pulling out another one for herself, a droid outside dropping a crate near the door. "if you want MRE's get your own the droid just droppped a crate outside." The tiger grumbled opening 'her' MRE packe, of Fried chicken and mashed potatoes, pulling out the shrunk disposable plat and re-sizing it.
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"Calm down, Tigress!" Viktor said in surprise, handing Tigress' MRE back. "It was an honest mistake, I thought you were giving it to me. Sorry."
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"No yours are outside in a crate I'm not gonna lug it around inside where I can hit Kaiber with it." Tigress noted,contining to setup her own meal. "But on another note do you two need any baby supplies?
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"We already have a lot of Baby supplies," Viktor responded, lugging the crate of MREs inside. "But thank you for the offer."
"Well, actually, that would depend - what Baby Supplies did you have in mind?" Kabier asked.
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"I dunno diapers , wipes... anything i can grab for you really...
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Cecilia smiled at the droid, she was glad it was there otherwise she'd be completely lost. "Well, now that you mention it: could you point me to the market district?"
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"Of course!" the droid responded. "The Market District is directly beyond the space port in which you now stand. Just head north from here. I must point out, however, you must go through the security screens before you will be allowed into the Draco City proper - the DMC take the security of Dragon'taan very seriously. Oh, and that mansion--" the droid indicated the mansion and surrounding grounds sitting atop a hill overlooking the city. "--is Indari Manor. I am obligated to point out that visiting spacers are not to go there unless they are directly invited by High General Indari or one of his associates. Spacers interested in learning about General Indari are encouraged to seek out the--"
"That's enough, T1-N1," came a female voice from nearby. From behind the droid, in an archway just shy of the security station, a young Pandaren (Anthro-Panda) with slim pigtails and a modified Kar98 K Rifle with a scope appeared. "I do apologize for the droid. The models we got from Czerka Corporation tend to be a bit talkative." The Pandaren slung her rifle and extended a paw to shake. "Name's Lian - Lian Reznov."
*** Drakona Residence ***
"That'd be fine, Tigress, thank you," Kabier responded.
"We appreciate the help, Tigress," Viktor said. "But I gotta ask - what's your interest in our baby?"
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Drakona residence----
"I'm good with kids and I've got some time off recently after that Shipment of Storm rifles went to the Sangheili, besides my assistants, Keri and that lioness or whatever she was can handle things." Tigress replied.
Dragon'taan spaceport-----
"I thought Tigress upgraded that silly droid?" Asked a purple skinned Dranei. "Or was that something else, Lian?" She finished turning to the mouse. "I"m Aylina Wulf."
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*** Drakona Residence ***
"I'm surprised you don't have any kids, yourself, with as well as you do around them," Viktor commented. "Does no man ever show interest in you?"
"Wait a sec - what about that amnesiac guy? Travis Drake or whatever his name was?" Kabier asked. "He's interested in her."
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport ***
"Sis, do you have to trail me wherever I go?" Lian asked with a hint of irritation. "Or was dad snoring again?"
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Cecilia shook the panda's paw. "Hi there Lian, I'm Cecilia Jacobs. Pleased to meet you!" Her eyes shifted to the panda's weapon. "That's a big gun. What do you do around here?"
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"I'm not exactly intrested at the moment besides who wants' to marry a 400 pound 7 foot tall princess?" Tigress asked.
Spaceport----
"No Mom was snoring." Aylina replied.
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"Oh, this?" Lian chuckled. She unslung her rifle. "You think this is big, you should see the armaments the rest of the Indari family totes around - everything from Assault Rifles to Shotguns, Disruptors, even lightsabers, of all things." Lian paused, then added, "As for what I do... I'm the Commander of the Warbird Devoras. It's the D'Derridex-class Warbird with the red hull tint sitting in orbit. I serve as a liaison between the Romulan Republic Fleet and the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps. Right now, I'm on shore leave, and decided to visit my dad."
Spaceport----
"No Mom was snoring." Aylina replied.
"She was?" Lian asked. "And I thought Dad's snoring was bad."
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"IF you think her gun is 'big' you should see Tigress Arcnon's guns." Aylina giggled "She 'swings' around guns Sangheili and Unggoy would be jealous of." The Dranei added trying to look behind herself at her tail.
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"Wow, that's impressive." Cecilia said, and held up her paws which were fashioned in metallic gloves. "I've got plasma claws. See?" Cecilia activated the gloves and red needles of plasma appeared on her fingertips. "Cool right?"
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Aylina pulled out a Needler (http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/halo/images/4/49/H4_needler_trans.png/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/300?cb=20131125064340&format=webp) "Nice but i like my type-33 guided munitions launcher better, it makes nasty wound too when you hit someone with the top."
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Cecilia turns to Aylina. "Looks... pointy!" She unsheathed her claws and extended her paw. "I don't think we've met. I'm Cecilia Jacobs."
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"I said I'm Aylina Wulf where you too busy listening to my larger sister?" Aylina asked ,stepping back from Lian and shaking Cecllia's hand. "I meant that in a muscular way." She said to Lian.
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"I guess I was." Cecilia blushed, "I did hear you mention someone named Tigress though. Is that another one of your friends?"
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"Tigress Arcnon is the Quater master, and Cheif engineer at the Dragon'taan Armory, that's in the Military district, If you need some new armor she also makes light weight leather like and metal armors."
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Cecilia's eyes lit up, "Ooh! I could definitely use some new armor. Is the military district close by?"
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"It's a ways down the road ,but no not too far, just follow the road north and turn left at the next road you can't miss the Armory,it's the building with the giant robots next to it and there's also a big sign." Aylina replied, giving directions.
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Lian sighed. "Sis, you really need to get the layout of the city right." She looked to Cecilia. "Military District is on the west side of Draco City - you'd need to take a taxi there to get there before the day's out. This is a big city. Come on, I'll get you to the Armory. Less likely to get stopped by Dragon'taan Police when you're with me - and trust me, you do not want to get stopped by a rookie."
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"Yeah, I wouldn't want that to happen." Cecilia said, smiling "lead the way!"
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"Yeah you two go ahead i got something i need to do on the Wolf's Claw." Aylina replied.
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Cecilia waved. "Good bye Aylina! See you later!"
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Aylina waved ,back ,but soon turned around heading deeper into the spaceport.
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Lian led Cecilia through the security station - the guards manning the station not hindering either of them - and to the city proper, where Lian led Cecilia to a Taxi terminal. "Two to the military district," she told the taxi manager - an anthro-canine - who regarded Lian and Cecilia without expression, then quoted his price, which Lian paid, and Lian hopped into a taxi, waiting for Ceceilia.
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Cecilia stepped onto the taxi and sat down near the window. "This place is very pretty. Did you grow up here?"
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Lian chuckled lightly at Cecilia's question. "No, I grew up on a world far from here - Azeroth," she answered. "It's a long story. Suffice to say, meeting my Godfather - Ketorr - changed everything. At this point, Ketorr is the only family I have left."
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Markus stepped into the command center of Outpost 'Mantakar, accepting a darapad of recent reports from one of his subordinates, reading over it as he sat down.
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"Wow, looks like you have some back story. I was born on Earth. I grew up there and when I was old enough, I left. I love to travel, I've been to lots of places."
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"Anything worth noting?" Krystal asked Markus.
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"A traveler, huh? Yeah, I have a background - a rather colorful one... I was considered to be perhaps the most clandestine and militant of my kind," Lian explained as the Taxi flew to the destination. "Of course, some speculate I got it from my godfather; he's a Worgen and a military man, makes his living helping the Indari Family with special tasks across the galaxy." Lian paused, then asked, "You said you like to travel - a word of advice; if you ever find yourself among the Sangheili, do not call them Elites. They hate that."
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Just the usual reports, dear," Markus said, "Nothing major." He scrolled down, reading over various department reports with an expressionless face. When he came to one report, his expression changed. "Hnh - I had forgotten about that."
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Cecilia smiled, "I'll definitely keep that in mind." Then, she felt the cab begin to slow down. "Oh, are we here?"
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"What the Dovahkiir?" Krystal asked trying to look at the datapad over Markus shoulder.
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The taxi landed, and Lian responded, "Yep - the military district. Just keep close to me." She then stepped out of the Taxi and waited for Cecilia, taking in the familiar sight of the DMC recruitment center and mercenary contract center.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Nope - there's a CDF Diplomat due to arrive today to discuss the matter of those Sargasso Pirates," Markus said, handing Krystal the datapad. "I forgot he was coming."
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Cecilia shuffled herself out of the taxi and stood close to Lian. "They're not going to arrest me or something, are they?"
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"Well, no, unless you've done something illegal in the short time you've been here," Lian assured Cecilia. "I just don't want you to get lost here." She looked at a holographic map displayed from her gauntlet computer, then stored it. "Come on." She started down the invisible path to Tigress' armory, and while walking, she indicated the semi-dome, semi-cylindrical building in the distance and said, "See that place over there? That's the Dragon'taan Military Enclave. Only Dragon'taan Military, VIP, Invited and Mercenary personnel are allowed inside."
As Lian walked, it would become clear, if either Lian or Cecilia would look behind them, they were being followed by a grey wolf in a camouflage-green uniform with a Klingon Baldric worn over his right shoulder that was adorned with numerous campaign medals and acknowledgements and a pinned medallion of the house of Martok, which sat just above a medallion of Romulan Republic Intelligence. In his arms was a heavily-modified Plasma Assault Rifle. Aside from following the two, he made no hostile gestures whatsoever.
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Not a second after the two ladies got out of the Taxi an incredibly loud boom could be heard, it all happened within a few seconds but the side wall of the Armory was blown open, spraying debris into the vehicle yard beside the armory, when the smoke had cleared a large 7 foot tall white tiger rushed out of the hole in the building to observe the damage, something had blasted a hole into two TX-130D Fighter tanks (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/TX-130T_fighter_tank) blown the legs from out under a Timber Wolf Battlemech (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Timber_Wolf_%28Mad_Cat%29) and put at least a 5-7 meter dent into a Dire Wolf Battlemech (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Dire_Wolf_%28Daishi%29).
"Wow!" Tigress Arcnon the tiger who had ran outside said mostly to herself seeing the damage... "Guess we should move the half power test to an outer space lab." The Tigress almost laughed, sending the details of the 1/4th power test of her new Directed Energy,Rail gun to, the appropriate people, Kyle Indari, Krystal , and a few others.
'Mantakar----------
The datapad just updated, In Krystal's hand"Looks like Tigress invented the next best thing to a nuke." Krystal laughed, seeing the update, handing the pad to Markus, not too interested in the CDF official's visit.
Quartermaster Tigress report; What a mess ,but what a beautiful mess, the 1st 1/4th power test of the new Directed Energy Rail gun blew a hole though the containment field, the side of the armory wall two TX-130D tanks , a Timber Wolf Battlemech's legs, and put oh I"d say at least a 5-7 meter dent into the Center of a Dire Wolf Battlemech. Thankfully no one was hurt.
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Markus sighed, "Typical Tigress... always finding ever-more imaginative ways to blow herself up..."
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"If she wasn't such a nagging pest about safety." Krystal giggled.
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Cecilia looked all around her she saw the dome in the distance, and looked at the path below her feet. It was all so beautiful. Then, the wolf following them caught her eye, he definitely looked dangerous but he couldn't have meant any harm. She turned to Lian, "So what does this Tigress look like?" She asked.
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Markys chuckled at Krystal's comment. "You realize how contradictory that sounds, right? Being a pest about safety, yet always finding new ways to blow herself up?" he asked.
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"She stands over seven feet tall, has a white fur pattern with black stripes, and is sometimes covered in engine grease or oil or--" a distant explosion temporarily stopped Lian before she added while rolling her eyes, "--ash and rubble when she's testing new weapons tech she's developed. Dad keeps joking that she's always finding ever-more imaginative ways to blow herself up." Lian cast a glance over her shoulder. "And don't worry about the guy behind us - that's Admiral Trask Makron, of the Reman Warbird Tyrant's End. He's a friend of mine; came here to help General Indari in an officer exchange program between Dragon'taan and New Romulus."
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Tigress was still standing out in the vehicle yard in the west of the Armory, there was no fence blocking it as Tigress knew nobody would be able to just 'drive' a vehicle out of the shielded front gate, without making a lot of noise. "Yep right through the power core!" Tigress shouted mostly to herself examining one of the destroyed hover tanks.
'Mantakar--------------
"Ironic yes ,but she really emphasizes safety, otherwise you think she wouldn't be around right?" Krystal asked "She has a code of conduct similar to the old gangsters of Earth, she tries her best to not hit civilians with her weapon test or attacks besides each time she makes a weapon she's likely making a way to defend against it not to mention she usually wears some sort of highly resistant armor while testing weapons, I think last time it was her Elemental battle suit.
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Cecilia head the loud boom as Lian was speaking. She looked at the hole curiously. "So she tests weapons huh? Cool, and I guess that *point to the smoke* happens a lot huh?"
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"Yeah," Lian laughed, "That's common for Tigress." She headed for Tigress's shop. "New weapon, Tigress?" Lian asked the tall tiger.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Fair enough," Markus said.
"Lord-Admiral," one of Markus' subordinate piped up, "I have the CDF Ambassador's ship on sensors."
Markus raised his eyebrows and let them fall. "He's early," he commented.
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-Tigress shop
"Huh? I'm not Tigress." Keri the cougar like cat said "Tigress is outside examining the damage her new gun just did to the armory and out in the vehicle yard." Keri explained. "I'm just here to hold over the shop till she's back." Keri added playing with something in her hands.
Armory Vehicle Yard-
Tigress went over to examine the Timber Wolf that had gotten it's legs blown off. "Well at least the reactor is intact." Tigress sighed looking to the Dire Wolf... rolling her eyes. "Energy burn and pure kinetic energy... Iwonder, if I should have listened to my mother and just been a princess sometimes... But it's much more interesting out here making stuff to blow evil off the face of the galaxy. Besides it pays well.
'Mantakar---
"Why is he here again?" Krystal sighed following Markus, out of the bridge.
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"Well, Tigress sounds like a very interesting person. I can't wait to meet her. Can we just... walk in? Or should we use the door?"
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"Considering the wall is gone if you don't mind watching your step you could just walk out, the gun is powered down and being packed up for it's next test, or if you want to go the 'easy' way out the door and into the vehicle yard, she's probably checking out the Dire Wolf battlemech by now, that's the giant one shaped almost like a giant fridge." Keri replied.
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"Alright then," Cecilia said, and headed out the door. She stopped and waited for Lian. As she stood there she looked around there were spaceships everywhere.
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"First time on Dragon'taan?" asked a masculine voice. Nearby, Admiral Trask approached Cecilia. His rifle was still in his arms, but he still made no hostile gesture.
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Cecilia gave the admiral a friendly wave. "Yes sir, and I'm really enjoying it so far. My name's Cecilia Jacobs." She said, extending her paw.
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Trask smiled. Shaking Cecilia's hand, he responded, "Admiral Trask Makron, Romulan Republic Intelligence liaison to the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps. Welcome to Dragon'taan... but I imagine you got a welcome from one of those chatty greeter droids."
Lian walked out and noticed Trask and Cecilia talking. "I see we've met Admiral Makron," she commented.
Trask looked to Lian, then to Cecilia. "What brings the two of you to Quartermaster Arcnon's workshop?" he asked.
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Tigress was STIll rummaging through the wreckages of the 4 vehicles trying to salvage anything still of use, and determine what to do with the rest completely unaware of the three visitors nearby.
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"I'm gonna try and find Tigress," Lian chuckled, leaving Trask alone with Cecilia.
"Lian didn't brag about how she lives at Indari Manor with her father, did she?" Trask asked Cecilia once Lian was out of earshot.
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"Oh now i just can't wait for the 'The plating failed, there's viscosity throughout the gel layer as well. Optics, totally fried. And let's not even talk about the power supply. You know how expensive this gear is, girl? ' talk from Kyle. Tigress moaned as she continued to salvage what she could from the two hovertanks and the legs of the Timber Wolf.
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"Ten minutes to exit jump."
I sighed as the P.A system jerked me from my day-dreaming. I had gotten so used to the quiet drone of the ship's engines that the P.A system seemed deafening in comparison. It's echo still seems to be reverberating around the empty mess hall.
I look towards the cold thermos sitting on the table in front of me, I grab it and stand up. I walk stiff legged to the exit on the far end of the mess hall. It's not really the far end, It's only ten feet away or so. The mess hall is small, It only needs to seat at maximum seven individuals.
I reach the door and it opens automatically, I pass through and walk to my right. I travel down the port fore hallway towards the cockpit. The narrow hallways would make most claustrophobic but I call these home.
I turn at the bend in the hall make a left into the cockpit. I climb into the chair and move into position. The consoles glow a calming blue.
The cockpit shield is down while we’re jumping so there’s not much of a view. I still have a few minutes before we arrive at Dragon’taan.
With a few flicks of my hands I bring up the crew bios.
>>>Ar ‘Ven Sovreyst<<<
Species: Insectoid.
Role: Heavy weapons/Point officer.
Gender: Male.
Height: 2.43 Meters, 8 feet 6 inches.
Weight: 196.405 Kilograms, 433 pounds.
Likes: Sleeping, Training, And meat.
Dislikes: Sitting idle, Heights, And fish.
Preferred weapons: Type-R HMG22, Protection shield w/ Type-R HG13.
Description: Dark purple carapace coloration, Red eyes. Long thin trapezoidal head with a split lower mandible. Hunched posture with scale armored carapace, Extremely muscular. Large arms with four clawed digits, Digitigrade legs with four digit talons. Innumerable scars, Monotone voice.
Bio: Ar ‘Ven Sovreyst is easily the biggest and strongest of the crew. His large stature comes from his naturally armored carapace. The smooth yet scaled carapace deflects most melee blows and some small arms fire. Due to his strength he is able to operate some of the larger weapons in our arsenal. His HMG22 makes short work on armored targets and obstructions.
He uses his shield and handgun as our point officer to deadly effect. His wide profile makes him good mobile cover. His armor further augments his abilities with armor lock, Gravity manipulation, and retractable forearm scythes.
>>>Kyani Morozite<<<
Species: Sea serpent.
Role: Infiltrator/Marksman.
Gender: Male.
Height: 1.90 Meters, 6 feet, 3 inches.
Weight: 77.110 Kilograms, 170 pounds.
Likes: Alone time, Big open spaces, Real food.
Dislikes: Crowds, Cramped places, MREs
Preferred weapons: R-Type LRMRP-13, Type-R SMG12 Infiltrator Mod.
Description: Light blue scale coloration, Hazel eyes. Smooth, long, narrow, and tall head. Narrow shoulders, Long arms with five webbed digits. Slightly muscular. Plantigrade legs with four webbed digits. Long thin tail. Large scar across left pectoral and horizontal scar across the small of the back.
Bio: Kyani Morozite is a cold and calculating soldier. He brings this mentality to all aspects of life, Making him a brilliant tactician and intelligent all around. His main role is as a marksman. He provides over-watch with his R-Type Long Range Marksman Rifle Platform. He can strike a target four kilometers away with his rifle. His secondary role is as an infiltrator. His smooth scales, webbed digits, and large lung capacity makes him a great swimmer. He uses this ability to infiltrate aquatic vessels and harbors, as well as sabotage. His armor further augments his abilities with, Active camouflage, Gravity manipulation, advanced radar, and padded feet.
>>>Verdant Viridescence<<<
Species: Horned owl.
Role: Heavy vehicle operator/Pilot.
Gender: Female
Height: 1.76 Meters, 5 feet 10 inches.
Weight: 70.307 Kilograms, 155 pounds.
Likes: Heavy vehicles, Air/Spacecraft, Fish.
Dislikes: Spitefulness, Reading, Oranges.
Preferred weapons: Type-R PDW8, Type-R HG12.
Description: Dark green feathers, White breast, Yellow eyes. Large head and eyes, A short and sharply hooked bill, Circular facial disk with radiating feathers. Slightly muscular. Large feathers on arm with five clawed digits, Plantigrade legs with four digit talons. Short spotted tail. Stab wound on left palm.
Bio: Verdant Viridescence is a feisty and hot headed individual and often butts heads with Tzoriaza. Her role is operating heavy vehicles such as Main Battle Tanks and Armored Personnel Carriers. She also pilot a variety of spacecraft such as Light, Medium, Heavy fighters, and space superiority crafts. She provides close air support and protection for The Phosphorescent. She possesses a wealth of CQB tactics that she puts to use with fearsome faculty.
>>>Solariar Flaxen<<<
Species: Golden eagle.
Role: Explosive Ordinance Disposal,SAPPER.
Gender: Male
Height: 2.07 Meters, 6 feet 10 inches.
Weight: 111.13 Kilograms, 145 pounds.
Likes: Himself, His missile launcher, Explosions.
Dislikes: Anti-climatic things, Being beaten, Subtlety.
Preferred weapons: R-Type SFMML, Type-R SG12.
Description: Gold and brown feathers, Hazel eyes. Large and cracked hooked beak. Very muscular. Long gold and brown striped tail. Large arms with five clawed digits. Large plantigrade legs with four digit talons. Large wings on back. Left wing assisted with mechanical exoskeleton.
Multiple scar on left wing, face, beak, torso, and leg.
Bio: Solariar Flaxen is an extremely arrogant and proud soldier and individual, This can be grating for most people. His background in EOD supplies him with knowledge of a multitude of explosive devices which makes him invaluable in sabotage. His affinity is also shown through his use of his Shoulder Fired Multi Missile Launcher, Which he uses often on the battlefield. He was severely wounded during a firefight that resulted in loss of function in his left wing. It has since been augmented with an exoskeleton.
>>>Tzoriaza Spessartite<<<
Species: Raptor
Role: Light vehicle operator, Pursuit unit.
Gender: Female.
Height: 1.82 Meters, 6 feet.
Weight: 65.77 Kilograms, 145 pounds.
Likes: Immorality, Fast cars, Pulled pork.
Dislikes: Going slow, Open spaces, Fish.
Preferred weapons: R-Type BAR51, Type-R AP12
Description: Brown and burnt orange scales, Yellow eyes. Long, Narrow, Tall head. Thin build.
Slightly muscular arms with five clawed digits. Very muscular digitigrade legs with four digits.
Long thick tail. Long scar on sternum. Multiple burnt orange stripes.
Bio: Tzoriaza Spessartite is a soft spoken, kind, and polite individual. She is however very spiteful at times. She also has a very strong moral code, and is very aggressive towards those that break her moral code. She is known to use excessive force against theme. Her role is light vehicle operator, This includes light armored vehicles such as light armored utility vehicles and light tanks. She is also a pursuit unit, utilizing high end sports and super cars. She is also a very capable foot pursuit unit, Running up to 73 kilometers per hour (45 MPH).
>>>Phoenix Leberecht<<<
Species: Human.
Role: Medic.
Gender: Female.
Height: 1.85 Meters, 6 feet 1 inches.
Weight: 74.85 Kilograms, 165 pounds.
Likes: Biology, Playing board games, Mashed potatoes.
Dislikes: Monopoly, Monkeys, Broccoli.
Preferred weapons: Type-R AR45, SMG9.
Description: Caucasian, Red hair, Brown eyes. Muscular build. Medium sized arms with five digits. Plantigrade legs with five digits. Scar on knee.
Bio: Phoenix Leberecht is a very calm person, even under extreme circumstances. Coupled with many years of practice in medicine this makes her a very effective combat medic. She also has knowledge of chemical biology and biological engineering. This makes her useful in the creation of biological weapons.
>>>Zrinka Xochiquetzal<<<
Species: Raven.
Role: Captain, Commander.
Gender: Male.
Height: 2.2 Meters, 7 feet 3 inches.
Weight: 92.98 Kilograms, 205 pounds.
Likes: His team, Teamwork, Fish
Dislikes: Discord, Compound Theta, [REDACTED].
Description: Dark purple and black feathers, Blue eyes, Black sclera. Large plumage. Slightly muscular build. Medium sized arms with five clawed digits. Plantigrade legs with four digit talons.
Long tail with purple and black stripes. Metal sleeve on left arm with TACPAD.
Bio: Zrin Xochiquetzal is a casual and sarcastic individual. His very calm demeanor in combat is very misleading. His prowess in battle, both melee and ranged, is unmatched. His role as Captain gives him exclusive control over The Phosphorescent. The Phosphorescent is a re-purposed Retaliator class bomber for long hauls. It still contains a bomb bay however the second bay is re-purposed for a mess hall.
“Exit jump imminent.”
I swipe the page away and bring up my flight instruments and prepare for exit. I flip a switch above me and wake up my crew.
“Rise and shine, We’re about to enter Dragon’taan orbit. Get dressed and fed before landfall.” I said over the P.A system.
I feel the drone of the engines slow down as we exit the jump. The metal shield raises to reveal Dragon’taan. I pilot the ship to enter a stable orbit and await for communication.
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"I'm gonna try and find Tigress," Lian chuckled, leaving Trask alone with Cecilia.
"Lian didn't brag about how she lives at Indari Manor with her father, did she?" Trask asked Cecilia once Lian was out of earshot.
"I think she did mention it once. I didn't mind, it's pretty cool. As for me, I came here to pick up some supplies and stuff. I'm meeting Tigress because I heared she makes armor." Cecilia adjusted her clothes, which always shifts around as she moves. "This old thing is so uncomfortable."
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"Oh, Tigress makes more than armor. Trust me on that," he patted his Storm Rifle as though a hint on what else Tigress makes.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
(Zrin, do you have an image of your ship, and if so, can you put it in a link? I need to know whether or not it is small enough for a planetary landing or if your ship needs to dock in orbit.)
The sudden arrival of yet another ship in Dragon'taan orbit was met with the same greeting the last one was: "Unidentified starship, this is Dragon'taan Orbital Traffic Control - please identify, over," requested an artificial female voice.
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"She'll hold together." Tigress muttered to herself as a scale of armor fell off the Dire Wolf Battlmech... The tiger paused for a moment. "Hear me baby, hold together." Tigress said almost finished with her Damage report, when she found a large crater in the building behind the Dire wolf... "Chalk one up for the damage team."Tigress moaned. "Now i really hear Kyle yelling at me." She sighed turning around to check the second hovertank.
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Cecilia stared at the rifle. "Impressive" she said, and then she paused for a moment, thinking. "Do you think she could make a power suit?"
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"Power suit?" Trask asked. "I admit, it's within her capabilities - she's been known to make variations of the Mjolnir armor that the UNSC Spartans use, along with various kinds of power armor.
Lian finally found Tigress and asked, "Hey, Tigress - too busy to talk business to a newcomer to Dragon'taan?"
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Cecilia's eyes lit up "That's wonderful, I'll definitely need to talk to her about that. I've got a few ideas of my own."
(Speaking of which, I would like to ask: this universe is a great combination of multiple franchises. But would you mind if I bring in some stuff from the Metroid universe? )
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(don't think we mind CDF is Starfox.
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(Please PM the details, and we'll talk. I'm not familiar with Metroid, even though I have heard of it. I need to know what exactly is being added so I can update the first post for all to see.)
Trask smiled. But then, his communicator squawked, and he responded in a Romulan dialect. "Forgive me, but I must get going," he told Cecilia. "I'm due on New Romulus soon. Oh, before I go, a friendly word of advice - if you run into General Indari himself, be respectful, but do not be afraid of him. Ask any of us who know him, he may look like he'll rip your throat out at the wrong word, but that's because of his long, distinguished record. He's a good man deep down. And while I'm thinking of him, be careful what you say about his original home world - it's still a rather sensitive subject." After that, the man beamed out, and Lian was still waiting for Tigress's response when a young, red-skinned humanoid person in black, armored robes ( http://s25.postimg.org/ljrd851rj/DMC_General_K_torr.jpg (http://s25.postimg.org/ljrd851rj/DMC_General_K_torr.jpg) ) and dual lightsabers appeared, walking out of another building, flanked by a young human female and an even-younger Twi'lek female.
"Get this to Quinn, Vette, and tell him the project was approved," the man said, handing a datapad to the Twi'lek. Vette nodded and beamed out, and the red-skinned man turned to the human. "Where was this contact of yours?" he asked her.
"He told me to meet him in the Central District, in sublevel eight of the Government Enclave," the human responded. The humanoid frowned slightly in concern.
"Any reason why?" he asked.
"He didn't say, but given the look on his face, the fact he was trembling and stammering, and the fear I sensed in him, I can't imagine it's anything light," the human stated. "I've never known Lieutenant Sanders to get that shaken up over small matters."
"Well, then, let's get moving - I want to know what he knows," the humanoid said officiously. He turned, started walking, and nearly collided with Cecilia. "Oh," he apologized, "My apologies, madame." The human female's hand went for her lightsaber staff, but the humanoid raised a hand. "Easy, Jaesa - if this off-worlder meant any harm, I imagine we would have sensed a disturbance in the Force." The human's hand dropped away. "You'll have to excuse Jaesa... she tends to be suspicious of newcomers to Dragon'taan. But after the incident caused by that one off-worlder years ago, I can't really say I blame her."
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Cecilia smiled calmly. "Well don't worry, i'm not going to hurt anyone. I'm just an adventurer. My name is Cecilia Jacobs."
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"Oh? Lian. Sorry I was assesing the damage from the test of my new weapon apparently 'we' weren't prepared for it, Umm sure where,who? Tigress asked turning around to face the Pandarian.
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The red-skinned humanoid smiled back. "General K'torr, Dragon'taan High Command," he introduced himself, "I'm one of the Generals that make up General Indari's Command Staff. When General Indari is unavailable or tending to other matters, I and my two colleagues are acting commanders of General Indari's forces." Indicating the human female, he added, "This is my girlfriend, Jaesa Wilsaam." The human nodded in greeting.
It was then that Lian appeared, hoping Tigress was behind her. "I see we've met General K'torr," Lian chuckled. "That's..." she paused to count with her fingers, then continued, "... five new people you've met so far. You're on a roll. Anyway, Tigress, this is Cecilia. Cecilia, this is Quartermaster Tigress Arcnon. She is responsible for developing new technologies here on Dragon'taan."
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"pleased to meet you, what brings you to my armory?" Tigress asked, holding her hand out to shake. "By the time she's out of here she'll know the whole command staff."
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Cecilia shook Tigress' paw. Her grip was tight and strong. "Pleased to meet you. I was wondering if you could make me some armor. Maybe a powersuit."
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As Cecelia and Tigress talked, K'torr left with Jaesa to meet her contact, and Lian stood by, watching Cecilia and Tigress.
*** New Romulus ***
A Reman Warbird dropped out of warp over New Romulus, with neither shields nor weapons powered. "Ready to beam down planetside, Admiral," proclaimed the ship's XO, Tovan Khev. Trask nodded, rose from his seat, and spoke,
"Very well; Tovan, you have the conn; Veril, take care of those diagnostics we've been putting off; Salleth, take a look at the targeting computer while I'm out; Satra, feel free to re-stock medical supplies; And Ayius... try not to cause a singularity breach, this time." All that said, Trask walked off the bridge, nabbed his usual effects, walked to the transporter, and beamed down to New Romulus Command...
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Cecilia shook Tigress' paw. Her grip was tight and strong. "Pleased to meet you. I was wondering if you could make me some armor. Maybe a powersuit."
Tigress grip was equally strong. "Depends," She began "What type Mjolinir,Crysis, T-45d, Enclave style, or something like that one bounty hunter wears?"
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Cecilia's eyes lit up with awe "you mean you can make one of those!? That's so cool!! Yes! It's would like that very much! Now how much will it cost? I'll pay anything, I have loads of treasure back on my ship."
((And by the by, I was describing Tigress' handshake in that last post.))
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"Which one?" Tigress asked. "I dunno if i can make an exact replication of the Chozo suit , I'm still trying to figure out how some of this ancient Cerinian tech works."
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Cecilia nodded and smiled, "yeah I've looked into it once, it's amazing that something so old could be so advanced. I'll take whatever you can come up with."
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"Well my most recent powered armor is the Mjolnir Gen3.2" Tigress explained, but it looks like you need a whole set of clothes may I interest you in a fitted flightsuit?"
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"Sounds great," Cecilia said and adjusted her clothes again. "I've been needing a new wardrobe for some time now. I'll take that flightsuit and the armor both. Thanks alot!"
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"The flightsuit is on me the armor however, we'll see after I show you the list of addons." Tigress said moving her arms as if to Usher, Cecilla inside
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///Begin OOC
Sorry it took so long to respond. I new at roleplaying so I'm gonna forget stuff and just generally suck. That's how it goes at the start.
Picture and interior schematic attached.
Technical Specs.
Retaliator, Heavy bomber (Star Citizen)
Length: 71 Meters, 233 Feet.
Mass: 188,000 Kilograms (118 Metric Tons), 414,469 Pounds (207 Tons).
///End OOC
I reach behind my seat and grab my flight helmet. I rest it on my lap and look at my reflection in the blue visor. I spin the helmet around and put it on. I attach to oxygen hose to its port on my seat. I test the air and respond to the automated message.
"Dragon'taan Orbital Control, The is The Phosphorescent. Registration number B7714-48CU. Request permission to dock, Over."
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(Don't worry Zrin I'm fairly new as well.)
Cecilia followed the Tiger, as she moved her unfitted suit shifted around and practically wrapped itself around the mouse's body. Cecilia couldn't wait for some new apparel, but would armor be enough? "Umm... do you know how to make something like... a dress?" She asked.
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"Well I don't do dresses." Tigress replied "If you want formal wear besides military, your gonna have to check the market district." Tigress replied "But first did you want armored undergarments to go with the flightsuit?" Tigress asked opening a door and ushering Cecilia inside of a small room "This room with Get your 'measurements' with laser it's faster than using a tape measure and completely safe."
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(That's quite alright, Zrin.)
There was a pause before the AI handling traffic responded, "Affirmative, Phosphorescent, you are cleared for descent to landing bay twelve-Delta. Transmitting nav trajectory now, Follow the nav markers, and radio if you have trouble. Dragon'taan Orbital Traffic Control out."
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"Okay then, I guess that'll be my next stop." Cecilia said, she stepped inside of the small room. "Armored undergarments? Like... a steel bra?"
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Markus stood in the shuttle hangar for the CDF Diplomat, who was currently approaching. To his left, Markus' XO, Admiral Voro 'Mantakar.
*** Qo'nos ***
The IKS Iron Regent disembarked from the Ty'Go'Kor station orbiting the Klingon Home World. Brigadier General Kault of the House of Martok sat stoic in the Captain's chair. "Helm," he spouted in his native tongue, "Set course for Dragonaria Prime as soon as our escorts form up - engage as soon as they're ready."
As soon as the escorts - a Vor'Cha Attack Cruiser and a Pach Raptor - formed up on either side of the Iron Regent - a Negh'Var Battle Cruiser - the three Klingon ships went into Warp Speed.
The Klingons didn't often send Diplomatic Envoys to the Dragonarian Home Planet. They usually didn't need to, being on such good terms and having similar, honor-bound cultures. But this was a special case.
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"Okay then, I guess that'll be my next stop." Cecilia said, she stepped inside of the small room. "Armored undergarments? Like... a steel bra?"
"Sort of." Tigress said, handing Cecillia a bra made of some odd dragonskin like scales ,but had a comforable , cotton like lining on the inside. "Stand still a moment." Tigress said pressing a button.
Laser lights, would point all over Ceilia, getting her 'measurements' giving a full readout to Tigress. "Okay you can step out." Tigress said, looking over the report... "Your in luck I have a flight suit just your size what color or colors do you want?" The large tiger asked.
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"Purple and white would be nice." Cecilia said, "is there a place for me try it on?"
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"There's a room right over there." Tigress replied pointing to the other side of the hall. "I'll get your flightsuit and a form to fill out for the armor." Tigress replied, only gone for two seconds before Giving Ceilia her Flightsuit and a piece of paper with options for armor like color, design, an various other details.
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Cecilia took the suit and form. Then headed over to the fitting room, where she practically tore off her uncomfortable one-piece suit and put on the armored undergarments. They were surprisingly light and flexible, which was just perfect. After that, she put on the flightsuit. It hugged her curves in a very comfortable fashion, she paced around and felt the suit stay put in the right spot instead of shifting around. Came out feeling like a new mouse. "This feels so much better than my old stuff. It's so light too!" Cecilia said and twirled around in front of Tigress.
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"Good here's a second suit and 3 pairs of undergarments made of the same dragonskin like materil." Tigress handed her the clothes all in a bag. "Now your armor will take a bit, anyway i can contact you when it's done?"
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Cecilia took the bag happily and smiled. "Just send one of your friends to tell me when it's ready. I won't go far anyways. There's lots of stuff here to look at. What will all of this cost me?"
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"Looks like around 12,000."Tigress replied honestly. "What can I say I got a good deal on materials for the armor so i'm offering a sale."
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"12,000 huh? I have that on me right now. Just hold on a sec" Cecilia said, and rushed off back into the changing room. She grabbed her old clothes, reached into the pockets and quickly came back. "Is this enough?" Cecilia asked the tiger, she was holding a large pawful of multi-colored diamonds.
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Tigress looked through them then thought for a minute "Okay that'll do." tigress replied "still it's gonna take a bit I'm gonna have to make the suit from scratch it's gonna take at least 24 hours."
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Cecilia smiled, "don't worry about it, I can wait. I'm going to put this stuff in my ship. Then I'll take a look at that market district."
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"Alright be careful of the rookie security guards, I'll tell the ones at the armory to let you out." Tigress replied, heading to her office.
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"I'll be back in 24 hours." Cecilia said, she waved goodbye and then headed out of the workshop.
(Is there some sort of map I could use? It's hard to know what's were.)
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(I have Ambre retrieving the district layout of Dragon'taan right now. Probably should have mentioned that Draco City on Dragon'taan is a BIG city. It's become home to a lot of people since the Marauder War, so many years prior.)
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Keri walked up to Ceilia "The Market district is straight west from the armory on the eastern side of the city just before the Residental district I can arrange a ride for you there." Keri offered.
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Cecilia smiled and nodded. "That would be appreciated. Thank you."
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"Okay follow me." Keri said beginning to lead the way outside.
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Cecilia followed Keri while carrying around the bag of clothes she had bought. She thought a bit and then asked a question. "Is there a place where I could drop this stuff off?"
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"I can get you a ride back to the docking bays." Keri offered.
Update: Text description of the city and a map of the Inner city has been posted on the second post for navigation help.
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The Iron Regent and her two escorts dropped out of warp over Dragonaria Prime, and a hailing frequency went out: "This is Brigadier General Kault to the Dragonarian Delegation of Dragonaria Prime... I have Ambassador Makreth on board, requesting coordinates for beam-in."
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"That would be nice. And then we could go shopping together! Would you like that? I can give you some money."
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"Thanks, but I have work to do." Keri replied "But if you want some company , I can have a Cyber Wolf take you."
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"A Cyber wolf huh? Sounds interesting. Sure, I'll take the doggy on a walk."
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"You misunderstood me." Keri said "It's taking you for a ride." Keri said whisteling, and suddenly a fully robotic wolf with a saddle on it ran up. "just tell it where to go, when your done it'll return here on it's own, enjoy."
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"Oh! Cool!" Cecilia exclaimed. She climbed atop the robo-wolf. "To the docks!" She said, while pointing her paw forward.
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The cyber wolf acknowledge and sped off to the space docks (You have control of the wolf from now on)
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(Okay but a quick question. Does he fly?)
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(Sadly no, not yet.)
Keri went back into the Armory to finish her paperwork for the day.
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The cyber wolf reached Cecilia's ship in record time. It was incredibly efficient. Cecilia giggled "I can get used to having you around puppy!" She hopped off and went to her ship. She held up the bag of clothes and they were beamed into the ship. While a special device was beamed back into her paws.
(One last thing about the city. And I feel silly for asking this: is it floating in the air? Or is it on land? For some reason I picture it in the air...)
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(LOL No, it's on the ground.)
It was as Cecilia was loading her ship that a Human came by, dressed in full Mjolnir Mk VII armor colored green; a second figure appeared next to him, a Sangheili dressed in decorated battle armor marked with numerous campaign markings. The human in armor paused to regard Cecilia, murmuring something to his Sangheili companion.
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Amber Happend to have just come out of the space dock port and spotted the Spartan and Sangheili , and odd site for her, she changed her form to her feral form of a four legged arctic Fox and attemted to use her smaller size to get closer to the two, while dogding in between and around peoples 'legs'
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Cecilia turned around and put the device in her pocket. She saw the two figures and waved. "Hello there. Anything I can help you wi-" She paused and gasped as she caught a glimpse of feral Ambre. "Oh! A little foxy! Hello there little guy! You're so cute!"
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'Not now I'm busy.' Said an unknown voice to Ceilia, it seemed to be coming from the fox. ((Usually I use italics and single ' quotes for telepathic thought talk.))
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The sudden voice suprised Cecilia. "What the? Did someone say something? Foxy?"
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"I said , please put me down. i have things to do, and I'm not a pet." Amber thought to Ceilia trying to get her to put her down, before she did something more drastic.
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(I never picked you up... You're just a small distance from me)
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The spartan and his Sangheili companion looked down at the fox. "Did the zookeeper fall asleep at the gate or something?" the Spartan asked.
"Not likely," the Sangheili answered. "Call me crazy, Andrew, but I swear I've seen this one around before.
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"Excuse me." Cecilia said, "may I help you two? Is there something you want?" Cecilia asked the humans (and fox) calmly.
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(oops sorry) 'Yeah you can leave me alone for a bit.'Amber replied continuing her trek to the Spartan and Sangheili, stopping infront of them ,changing to her normal form of a bipedal Digitgrade Fox. "I believe I've seen you two before, and I wanted to say something about your spartan friends armor."
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"Huh?" the Spartan asked. "Oh! Right, no, Zuko and I were just passing by."
"I have to ask - were you on Earth about three months ago?" the Sangheili asked. "Las Vegas, Earth?"
"Zuko, I told you - she's not that girl who pickpocketed you," the Spartan said.
"Says you, Andrew," Zuko growled.
Upon seeing Amber morph in front of them, Andrew and Zuko stood in awe. "A shapeshifter. Lovely," Andrew commented. "What's wrong with my armor?"
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"No can't say I've ever been to earth, But I just wanted you to know the Quartermaster at the armory has an upgraded version of your armor you may want to check out." Amber noted "And I don't do pickpocketing."
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Cecilia's eyes grew wide. "You... just.... weren't you smaller before?" Cecilia asked Ambre.
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"I'm a shape shifter." Amber replied simpley to Ceilia.
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"Oh, wow, that's really cool. Can you turn into anything you want?"
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"has to be something living." amber replied simply
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"So if you wanted to, you could be a mouse!"
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Name: Razuel Pyrais Dracon
Age:21
Gender:Male
Species: Dragon
Attire: Black trench coat, A white T-Shirt, Black Combat pants, Black steel-toed boots, and a watch that holds a Phoenix-Grade AI.
Height:7'10
Weapons Loadout: Damascus Steel broad sword, A4-Magnum w/ silencer, a lightweight sniper rifle w/ silencer and modifiers.
Short Bio: Razuel has no true home, he was taken as a child, raised by space pirates, and then killed those pirates when they commanded him to kill an innocent girl, later in life he took his skills and became one of the most famous mercenaries, and although he may be a famous Mercenary, his morals usually get in the way of his missions, but he still manages to complete his missions.
<<Dragon'taan Orbit>>
This is the Draconis (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/ab/c0/f3/abc0f37df9f598a7711f5d099d44ca33.jpg) (imagine the symbol on the side is replaced with this (http://wallpaperfav.com/wp-content/uploads/plixpapers1512/red_tribal_dragon_wallpaper_background_26942.jpg.jpg)), and I am Razuel Dracon, requesting permission to land.
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(*giggles* hi Razzy!)
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(I'm impressed. Nice ship and replacement symbol.)
The AI monitoring the orbital traffic over Dragon'taan suppressed his comment on the apparent popularity of Dragon'taan and responded, "Copy that, Draconis, stand by for clearance."
Kyle walked into the main hall of Indari Manor with Anna, and started digging into breakfast - already cooked my Kyle's older brother, Mathayus (known to many in the galaxy as Darth Faasnu). Kyle was dressed in his armored DMC Uniform; Anna was wearing casual clothes. "Just be careful out there, honey," Anna cautioned Kyle.
"I will, baby, don't worry - I'm not having our daughter grow up without her father," Kyle assured her.
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"So if you wanted to, you could be a mouse!"
"I guess ,but that seems a little small for me, ord do you mean non-feral?"
(Welcome to Dragon'taan 'Raz' take your pick at the exotic foods, come to upgrade your tech at the amory.... blah lah blah blah)
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"Razuel to Dragon'taan, am I cleared?"
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An AI could be heard Sighing, You're cleared for docking, flight plan has been sent to your navigation computer, please do not deviate from the given course we have a lot of ships in the aerospace above today for some reason...
(Romulan_Furry has gone to bed for the night)
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"Understood.", Razuel then went to his designated dock and landed.
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"I guess ,but that seems a little small for me, ord do you mean non-feral?"
"Well, whatever works I guess. I bet you don't have to watch your figure either. You can eat whatever you want! Me on the other hand, I eat everything and well... my belly shows it."
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"I guess ,but that seems a little small for me, ord do you mean non-feral?"
"Well, whatever works I guess. I bet you don't have to watch your figure either. You can eat whatever you want! Me on the other hand, I eat everything and well... my belly shows it."
"No not really." Amber replied."Although I don't have to whatch my form, exactly. there are a few things to consider."
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Cecilia giggled, "Either way, i'm jealous. I wish I could shapeshift. So what brings you here?"
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Razuel got out of his ship, then paid a drone to repair and refuel his ship, "There is a crack in the cargo bay. So I'd suggest you start there.", the drone beeped and went to work. Razuel took out a data pad and sat on a crate outside his ship, and began checking off boxes on a list on the pad, "Taken care of. Deceased. Paid in full. Paid with alliance, aaaannd I'm all done 'till later, and I don't have anything else to do... I wonder if there's a bar near here?", Razuel then looked over to see a Spartan, a Sangheili, a Mouse, and a Fox, "Hmm, that Sangheili, didn't he skip on a payment?, yeah, hmm, Oh, I think I'll give his wallet back.", Razuel went back inside his ship and rummaged through an old crate and pulled out a dusty wallet, then began to walk over to the group.
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"Seriously," Zuko asked Cecilia, "Were you on Las Vegas, Earth, about two months ago?"
"Zuko, seriously - drop it," Andrew groaned. "I've heard that so many times, I have it memorized! She's not the one who pickpocketed you!"
Zuko then noticed Razuel approaching, and got a bit defensive, reaching for his Storm Rifle, slung across his back.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
While Markus chatted with the CDF Ambassador, Voro was left running the day-to-day operations of the outpost. He really thought the Lord-Admiral could use some time off with Krystal, but he was very adamant on this meeting with the Ambassador. And when Markus Tokarev made up his mind, the only ones who could persuade him otherwise was Krystal and Celina.
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"I live here." Amber replied to Ceilia. looking at the storm rifle the Sangheili, pulled out. "Was that Rifle made by Quatermaster Arcnon?" Amber asked Zuko, somehow something on the rifle looked familiar to her.
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Cecilia giggled at Zuko. "I haven't been to earth in a long time. And I certainly don't pickpocket people." She said, and then looked in the direction they were facing. She saw a dragon climb out of a space ship."
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Razuel stopped infront of Zuko, "Excuse me, but quite sometime ago, you skipped out on my payment, on Earth was it? Well you should keep your stuff on more close terms, because...", Razuel held up Zuko's wallet, "...I took this from you, and took what I needed, so there is at least $15 left in there, your ID, a few photos, and 2 coupons for 2 Bloody Mary's.", Razuel put the wallet in Zuko's hand, "Next time, Mr. Zuko, don't skip on your payments.",
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Zuko was about to seize Razuel by the neck and heft him off his feet, but Andrew caught the Sangheili's arm mid-trajectory. "We do not need an incident here on Dragon'taan, Zuko!" he scolded. Looking to Razuel, he added, "I can understand collecting a debt, but for the sake of everyone here, do not insult a Sangheili. Few ever live to regret that mistake."
"To answer your question, Amber," Zuko told Ambre, "I got this rifle from a shipment Kaidon 'Vadam brought to Sangheilios from here."
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The little drone that was fixing Razuel's ship came whizzing by and stopped beside Razuel, "Mr.Dracon, your hull has been repaired and your ship's weapons have been upgraded, as requested.", the drone then zipped away. "Hmm, I didn't tell that drone to upgrade my weapons, oh well, free service."
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Cecilia waved at Razuel. "Why hello there! Welcome to Dragon'taan!" She said and extended out her paw. "My name is Cecilia."
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Razuel smiled at Cecilia, "Nice to meet you too, ma'am, are these men bothering you two?"
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Zuko was about to seize Razuel by the neck and heft him off his feet, but Andrew caught the Sangheili's arm mid-trajectory. "We do not need an incident here on Dragon'taan, Zuko!" he scolded. Looking to Razuel, he added, "I can understand collecting a debt, but for the sake of everyone here, do not insult a Sangheili. Few ever live to regret that mistake."
"To answer your question, Amber," Zuko told Ambre, "I got this rifle from a shipment Kaidon 'Vadam brought to Sangheilios from here."
"Yep that's Arcnon's handywork, she's at the same place to get your Spartan friends armor upgraded the Armory in the center of the Military district. I hear she also sells extra batteries for your rifle.
" Amber replied turning around to Razuel. " Fighting, stealing and otherwise being a nuisance or comitting crimes is a serious offense on Dragon'taan I'd watch your back Mr....." she paused waiting to Razuel to fill in his name, talking to both Zuko and the Dragon, but mainly to Razuel, since he was new. "Please don't take offense, I just wanted to warn you."Ambre finished.
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"Not at all sir. Just having some chitchat. I was on my way to the market district. But being here is really fun."
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"You think it's fun now, you should see the city-wide Marauder Victory Festival week," Andrew scoffed. "It's the week-long celebration of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps' victory over the Necromyans during the Marauder War."
"That's what Andrew and I are doing here," Zuko added. "We're on shore leave, and the festival starts tomorrow."
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"Ooh! That sounds perfect! Looks like I stopped by just in time! I'll definitely be there. I have to stay overnight anyway. I've got an engineer building me some custom armor."
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"Anyway You two should check out the Armory before the Festival starts." Amber told Andrew and Zuko,turning to Ceilia, you better whatch where your walking during the festival Ceilia there's going to be a lot of people there."
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Cecilia giggled, "are you sure? I take up enough space as it is! I think I'll be fine Ambre. And I know you will. Are you going?"
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"That's what I'm saying you need to be aware of the others, and of course I am, along with the rest of my squadron."
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Razuel extended a hand to Amber, "My name is Razuel Dracon, Merencary freelancer."
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"Hi there Razuel. My name is Cecilia. Did you hear? There's going to be a festival tomorrow. It sounds like fun, will you be there?"
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Amber shook 'Raz's' hand Plesure, Amber merc and spec ops solider."
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"Oh, it just occurred to me!" Andrew exclaimed, more to Cecilia and Razuel than anyone else, "The Marauder Victory Festival is one of the few events you can actually meet with High General Kyle Indari and his family! They're always there! Every year, there they are!"
"Just... don't mention the Fall of Cerinia to General Kyle," Zuko cautioned. "It's still a very touchy subject."
"Long story short, he was planetside when Cerinia was glassed by the Necromyans," Andrew explained. "He barely got off-world in time to avoid Cerinia's atmosphere disappearing. Him and his brother, Math... Mathay... whatever his real name is - most of the known galaxy knows General Kyle's older brother as Darth Faasnu."
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"A Darth? His brother's a Darth? That's bad isn't it? I don't know much about the Sith but I know they're not nice."
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Raz's watched beeped and a little phoenix appeared on his shoulder, Razuel turned his head to the little phoenix that then began whispering something to him, then before retreating into his watch, it waved at Amber and Cecilia, "So, General Kyle Indari is coming to the festival, correct?", a small box-shaped bulge was in a pocket in Raz's jacket.
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"Mathayus." Amber pointed out. "Are you two just gonna stand here Jibberjabbering or you gonna go to the armory like I suggested?"The white digitigrade vixen asked.
" Yes, but you'd best be on your best behavior with him, though." amber added.
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Razuel pulled out a colourful box with a fire symbol on the lid, "Don't worry, I intend to relax for the next few days, however this box contains a piece of importance to be given to him, my client payed upfront, and just told me to deliver it whenever I could... his name was John, my old partner... he passed away from blood loss... I couldn't save him in time, but in his will, he wanted me to give his prized possession to his old friend. At the time, Kyle was a private, so it has been quite sometime.", Razuel put the box back in his pocket.
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"Mathayus is an Ex-Sith," Boomed a voice from nearby. A Cerinian Fox with sapphire-blue Dragon eyes appeared, wearing an armored, crimson uniform adorned with numerous medals and campaign bars on the right side, and on the left shoulder hung a Dragonarian Baldric with the Emperor's Seal of Distinguished Honor that went from his shoulder to his right hip. "Emphasis on Ex. He merely kept the name Darth Faasnu because some found it easier to pronounce than Mathayus Indari."
Zuko and Andrew snapped to attention immediately. "General Indari, sir!" they both acknowledged.
Kyle regarded those present with the usual stoic face, until his eyes fell on Razuel. He indicated him and asked, "You... you look familiar. Have we met before?"
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"Mathayus is an Ex-Sith," Boomed a voice from nearby. A Cerinian Fox with sapphire-blue Dragon eyes appeared, wearing an armored, crimson uniform adorned with numerous medals and campaign bars on the right side, and on the left shoulder hung a Dragonarian Baldric with the Emperor's Seal of Distinguished Honor that went from his shoulder to his right hip. "Emphasis on Ex. He merely kept the name Darth Faasnu because some found it easier to pronounce than Mathayus Indari."
Zuko and Andrew snapped to attention immediately. "General Indari, sir!" they both acknowledged.
Kyle regarded those present with the usual stoic face, until his eyes fell on Razuel. He indicated him and asked, "You... you look familiar. Have we met before?"
Amber silently saluted. "Hello general what brings you out this early? The festival isn't for 5 hours."
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This time, Kyle actually frowned. "Five hours?" he stated, "Amber, your math is way off on that point - Festival isn't until tomorrow, and it's..." he paused to check his watch. "... 10:45 AM. Did you pull another all-nighter again?" He looked to Zuko and Andrew, seeing them still standing at-attention, and said in an aside to them, "At ease, you two."
The Spartan and Sangheili both sighed in relief. "Cecilia Jacobs," Andrew said, "Meet High General Kyle Indari, head of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps."
"And husband of General Anna Indari, not to mention Father of Drake and Kira Indari, the former child having been named my successor," Kyle added. "Which reminds me, Amber - did that Baldric that Drake ordered come in? The one with the Marauder Squadron symbol emblazoned on it? Izzy said to check with you about that."
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"I think that's what your friend here has." Amber replied pointing to Razuel. "or is that something else? I wouldn't know Kyle I'm not that into the shipping manifest, Might want to check with the shipping control near the docking bays or contact Rae she's the expert on intelligence. "And you also forgot Amie."
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Razuel did a salute, then extended a hand to the general, "You knew me for a short time, but it was quite sometime ago, sir, I believe when you were still a private, but beside that point, an old friend of mine told me to give this to you.", Razuel then pulled out the small box from his jacket and held it out to then General, " His name was John Rackshaw, and he wanted me to give this to you... It was his final request..."
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Cecilia smiled and waved at the general. "Hello there Indari. I've heard a lot about you. I'm very pleased to meet you."
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(What's in the box?)
"John Rackshaw... I remember. He was a good friend in the Dragonarian Foreign Legion, before I was shipped to fight in the Kemoran Wars," Kyle sighed. "A shame he's dead." He looked to Ambre and added, "And I have not forgotten my daughter-in-law. And as far as Drake's Baldric is concerned, where is Rae--"
"General Indari!" a young human shouted, running up with a package. Kyle saluted the youngster, examined the package, and after determining it was the Baldric he was seeking, told the young human,
"Get this to Indari Manor straight off."
"Yes, sir!" the human responded, and hurried off. Kyle then turned his attention to Cecilia. "My apologies, madame - My attention is often split among several things at once. Clearly, you already know my name - but I never got yours," he said, offering a hand to shake.
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(There is a little flame figurine made of Ruby, with a little message inscripted on the bottom, "Although my mind has gone, my heart still burns.")
"Well, when he passed away, in his will he left a sum of money, and his old notes, most of them were poorly scribbled, but on each of them, your name was written down in the bottom right, I believe one of them had 'Inspired' on one of them, and on a few him and I used on some old raid jobs."
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"I see," Kyle said, opening the box and retrieving the small figurine. He sighed, reading the inscription on the bottom. Looking to Razuel, he asked, "I assume you'll be here for the festival?"
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Razuel nodded, "I believe so. I don't have any other job requests, in fact, you were my last outstanding job... For now that is."
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(What's in the box?)
"John Rackshaw... I remember. He was a good friend in the Dragonarian Foreign Legion, before I was shipped to fight in the Kemoran Wars," Kyle sighed. "A shame he's dead." He looked to Ambre and added, "And I have not forgotten my daughter-in-law. And as far as Drake's Baldric is concerned, where is Rae--"
"General Indari!" a young human shouted, running up with a package. Kyle saluted the youngster, examined the package, and after determining it was the Baldric he was seeking, told the young human,
"Get this to Indari Manor straight off."
"Yes, sir!" the human responded, and hurried off. Kyle then turned his attention to Cecilia. "My apologies, madame - My attention is often split among several things at once. Clearly, you already know my name - but I never got yours," he said, offering a hand to shake.
Amber pulled out a datapad and looked at it. "Looks like she's still at the holodeck district practicing for the Festival She had something in mind for the event with the squadron." Amber answered Kyle. "Speaking of which I need to discuss something with the Quartermaster." Amber said changing form to her feral fox form and starting to walk away.
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"Yes, sir!" the human responded, and hurried off. Kyle then turned his attention to Cecilia. "My apologies, madame - My attention is often split among several things at once. Clearly, you already know my name - but I never got yours," he said, offering a hand to shake.
Cecilia shook the General's hand with her soft, pudgy paw. "My name is Cecilia Jacobs, I'm just a traveler. I originally stopped here for supplies, but it looks like I've gotten much more!"
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"So I see," Kyle said. "I imagine Commander Andrew and Zuko beat me to inviting you to the Festival tomorrow. And tomorrow, now that I think about it, will be the first time little Kira has gone to the Marauder Victory Festival." Kyle looked to Razuel. "And seeing you are a freelancer... to say nothing about how you are connected to one I knew long ago... the Marauder Corps can definitely use you. Now, there's nothing on the radar at present, I'm sorry to say, but I imagine there will be at some point. So, if you intend to stay a bit... be sure to keep yourself open. DMC mercenary contracts are often considered the best-paying in the galaxy."
Andrew and Zuko quietly left, heading for Tigress' armory.
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Holodeck district_____
"No that's not how I want it done how about,,," Rae muttered to herself working on a holo table displaying 3 fighters in formation.
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"Well, sir, if an attack or something does happen, and countless lives are endangered then, I'll be there to help, however I will count it as a 'you owe me'thing' if that sort of thing does happen."
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"An attack on Dragon'taan is highly unlikely," Kyle said, "But we do send out mercenaries on various missions, depending on their specialties and preferences." Kyle's communicator squawked in a foreign language, and Kyle responded, then told those present, "Apologies, but I must be going. I look forward to seeing you at the Festival." He then morphed to his dragon form - a crimson-scaled dragon, but still retaining the sapphire-blue eyes - and took to the sky.
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Cecilia's eyes went wide. "Whu... I didn't... how'd... he can turn into a dragon!?"
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When Kyle got to the sky he was met by a white scaled dragon,. "Enjoying the locals Kyle?" asked the shaft shifting Fox, Amber.
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K'torr appeared nearby, but without Jaesa. "You've never seen a dragon-shifter before, have you?" he asked Cecilia. "This world is considered the home world of the Dragon-Shifters. Didn't you know that?"
Kyle, in the air, responded to Amber: "Oh, just meeting a newcomer."
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"No, I haven't." Cecilia said, and looked around. Where did Ambre go? Cecilia looked up and saw two dragons: one red and one white. "Oh come on! You too Ambre? I wanna be a dragon!"
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Razuel looked over to Cecilia, "Ya'know, there's a shop with tech that could give you a pair of mechanical ones."
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"Mechanical wings? Sounds interesting." Cecilia said, then her eyes went wide again, like a lightbulb. She had an idea. "I could put them on my armor! It can be dragon armor!!"
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Razuel pointed to Amber, "I'm sort of like them, eh Cecilia."
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(I'm surprised how well this RP has taken off... and how well people participating in it have adapted to it. Just don't forget, there are other worlds, and there are possibilities to add worlds, provided those requesting can provide enough detail.)
A Covenant Assault Carrier (I assume you all know what those look like, and if you don't, look it up - it's not hard to find) emblazoned with the symbol of the USR broke through the clouds, descending for the surface. It dropped a gravity beam and anchored just outside the city, next to a landed N'Kal-class Bird-of-Prey ( http://www.starfox-online.net/uploads/monthly_10_2013/post-243-0-10976000-1382312148.jpg (http://www.starfox-online.net/uploads/monthly_10_2013/post-243-0-10976000-1382312148.jpg) ). Shortly thereafter, a drop ship escorted by two Seraph fighters could be seen heading for the Dragon'taan Military Enclave.
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The sudden appearance of the ships completely snapped Cecilia out of the current situation. "Woah! What's that!" She exclaimed.
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K'torr appeared nearby, but without Jaesa. "You've never seen a dragon-shifter before, have you?" he asked Cecilia. "This world is considered the home world of the Dragon-Shifters. Didn't you know that?"
Kyle, in the air, responded to Amber: "Oh, just meeting a newcomer."
"I see well I've got things to do before tomoroow so enjoy yourself, General." Amber said as she turned around to fly away.
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"That, my friend," K'torr responded, "Is a Sangheili Assault Carrier." With a frown, he added, "And that carrier, in particular, is the flagship of Kaidon Thel 'Vadam. Odd he's here today - I was under the impression he wasn't going to be here 'till tomorrow."
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Cecilia let out a sigh of relief. "Oh, okay." She giggled, "for a second I thought we were under attack!"
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K'torr laughed. "No, the Dragon'taan Coalition and their military, the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps, are very good friends with the Sangheili. It's no secret that Kaidon 'Vadam is good friends with General Kyle and his eldest son, Drake, and rumors persist that he's grown fond of Drake's wife, Amie."
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Razuel looked at the assault carrier, "General Kyle, quite sometime ago that ship there shot me down, and left me for dead, that ship there prevented me from saving John.", a noticeable heat was resonating from Razuel.
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Cecilia paused and thought for a moment. "Are all of these people you're talking about dragons like you?"
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(Uh, Raz... you do realize General Kyle is no longer present? He shifted to his dragon form and left; the only one present is one of his command staff, General K'torr.)
K'torr frowned at Razuel. "You sure it was that ship?" he asked. "Kaidon 'Vadam did say he repurposed that vessel from Covenant hands."
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( sorry, I didn't realize)
"I'm positive, that this is the same ship that shot me down!"
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"Hm... interesting," K'torr stated. "I'm surprised you've survived such an encounter. But it's unlikely that ship is here to finish what they started with you; the Sangheili are staunch allies of the DMC, and unless you did something to them in years past, they are unlikely to start something with you now. So you've nothing to worry about."
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"Oh great, well if one of them is former covenant, then I might have a problem..."
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"So, Razuel. Could you please show me where I can find those robot wings you were talking about?"
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Razuel sighed and turned away from K'torr, "General, excuse me.", Razuel then started to walk away towards his ship, then waved to Cecilia, "This way, my dear!"
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Cecilia followed the dragon to his ship. "So how are these going to work? Will they have to be wired in my brain or something?"
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"No, it is quite painless, all that will happen is that you will get sensors implanted on your hands, and 1 in your head, then you will get a harness or have the choice to get the full mechanical shabaz.", Razuel then stopped at his ship and a Mr. Handy came out, "Hello, Captain. Do we have another customer?", Razuel nodded, "Oh, goodie, now please insert your physical properties, Miss.", the Mr. Handy then handed Cecilia a data pad.
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Cecilia took the pad and started answering questions. "Is this going to cost me anything?" She asked.
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[Razuel] "Well, just about a couple hundred dollars, fairly cheap from what they would charge at the tech labs, and Scotty here...", gesturing to his Mr. Handy, "...has worked out their flaws so that you won't have any negative side effects from having metal in your body.", Raz opened a few crates, "Take your picks out of these 3, 1st (http://forum.r2games.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=61076&d=1383486920), 2nd (http://www.coolminiornot.com/shop/media/catalog/product/M/A/MASCL01W02A.jpg), or 3rd" (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v627/Ranma_Kun/wings.jpg)
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"Well, that's not expensive at all. Not for me anyway." Cecilia said, then she reached into her pocket and pulled out a handheld device. She pressed a button and a pawful of gold and jewels was transferred from her ship, to Razuel's hands. "I've collected a few things from my past travels." She giggled, "I'll have number one please."
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Razuel took the gems and put them in his pocket, "Alrighty then, now just follow Scotty, he'll get you done.", Scotty took Cecilia's hand and took her to an operation table inside the ship, with Razuel following behind him, [Scotty]"Now, Ms.Cecilia, please lie down on the table, and you should be done in a mere amount of minutes."
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Meanwhile at the Gravity pad for the Covenant Assault carrier a Green Vixen waited for the visitors to hit planetside.
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Cecilia lied down on the table. "This is exciting, I don't think I've ever had robotic implants before."
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(Amber, the Sangheili ambassadors in the drop ship are headed for the Dragon'taan Military District Enclave.)
*** Restaurant District ***
A large-belly lioness and her human Dragon-Shifter husband stepped into Sol's Bar & Grille, and got a hearty greeting from Jerry, the bartender. "Kabby! Viktor! Good to see you both! What can I get you, the usual?"
"Preggers, here, is looking for a nice hot meal seeing as the stove is busted... again," the human dragon-shifter said.
"And I told him to replace it," the lioness growled.
"Honey, I told you, when I went to get a replacement, they were fresh out, and they don't get new stock till tomorrow," Viktor told her.
"Even so," Kabier grumbled. In a sudden change of mood, she smiled and added, "Still... It's nice of you to take me here, baby."
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Cecilia lied down on the table. "This is exciting, I don't think I've ever had robotic implants before."
Scotty applied a sedative and anesthesia to Cecilia, while Razuel grabbed the parts, [Scotty]"Now, Ms. Cecilia, sleep, this will seem like months to you, but you will awake in a mere 30 seconds, with your Implants. Now sleep.", Scotty began to implant the wings and system once she was in a state of bliss.
==30 Seconds Pass==
Razuel gently pushed on Cecilia's shoulder, "Cecilia? Cecilia! Wake up!, your implants have been successfully implanted, we also hooked up your comms to your augments, so your conversations can be extremely discrete if you choose to. Now, Scotty will have to rum some diagnostics to get your mind oriented to the wings, so if you need to stay for a while, Scotty has already prepared a bed for you in case."
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Cecilia had been under for a very long time, or so it seemed. She woke up to Razuel's voice and felt... different. She had wings! She could feel them on her back, even move them. They twitched as she concentrated. "Wow, this is so cool!"
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(Amber, the Sangheili ambassadors in the drop ship are headed for the Dragon'taan Military District Enclave.)
*** Restaurant District ***
A large-belly lioness and her human Dragon-Shifter husband stepped into Sol's Bar & Grille, and got a hearty greeting from Jerry, the bartender. "Kabby! Viktor! Good to see you both! What can I get you, the usual?"
"Preggers, here, is looking for a nice hot meal seeing as the stove is busted... again," the human dragon-shifter said.
"And I told him to replace it," the lioness growled.
"Honey, I told you, when I went to get a replacement, they were fresh out, and they don't get new stock till tomorrow," Viktor told her.
"Even so," Kabier grumbled. In a sudden change of mood, she smiled and added, "Still... It's nice of you to take me here, baby."
(whoops)
_Restraunt district._____________________
"You know you could have asked Tigress, to repair your old one." Amber noted she had been sitting at the front of the bar for awhile now. "Alright I'll have the Chicken Taco this time, Jerry. And easy on the sauce this time."
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Scotty went around to Cecilia, "I'm glad you like them, Ms.Cecilia, now please...", Scotty handed Cecilia a cord, "... plug this into your wings, and it will quickly run the procedures to calibrate your mind with your new wings."
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"He did," Kabier said. "But the stove is so old and decrepit, it'd be cheaper to get a new one."
*** Dragonaria Prime ***
A Klingon amongst a gathering of anthro-dragons was becoming a common sight on Dragonaria. Kault walked among the capital city's streets, his disruptor assault rifle slung, guarded by a pair of Klingon Lieutenants. While the ambassador had his chat with the Dragonarian delegate, Kault was free to wander until he was summoned.
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"Alright" said Cecilia. She took the cord and searched around for a port on her wings. She found one, and placed the cord in. "Woah, this feels so wierd. It's like I actually have wings!"
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Within seconds there was a beeping noise and the cord popped out, and a synthetic rendition of Cecilia's fur spanded onto the wings, making them look natural, [Scotty]"Ms.Cecilia, we added some other things to your augments, such as the Otocom, syn-mesh, and enhanced durability to your physical body, including the wings.", Scotty then folded up and rolled into a shaft in the wall.
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Cecilia admired her wings. The synchronisation made them feel as if they were real, she could even feel "blood" coursing through them. "Amazing, this is just amazing. Thank you so much Razuel. Can I try them out?"
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Razuel shook his head, "Unfortunately, no. You must wait a while due to the bonding agent Scotty used, you can move them, however you shouldn't try to fly with them just yet due to that the wings may actually rip off of your body, short circuit, or dislocate your arms.", Razuel gave Cecilia a little pager, " Now if, on the off chance, you do end up having problems without flying, contact me and I will come immediately. "
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Cecilia took the pager and placed it in her other pocket. "Alright then, I'll be careful." Cecilia said, and she walked away, and just before she exited the ship she turned back to Razuel. "How long will it take?"
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Razuel was following after Cecilia, "It will only take an hour or so.", Razuel pressed a button on his watch and his ship's door closed, " But in the meantime, stay on the main streets, do not go into alleyways, and more importantly stay out of the high security places... People here aren't too fond of augments, and when the bonding agent is done, the wing's mech bits will turn into actual bone and flesh, okay?"
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(Still Cecilia)
"Okay, but... is the process reversable? I didn't want wings forever... I just wanted to fly."
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Razuel nodded, "Yes, it is reversible, Cecilia, it would just be a trip to the doctors to have them removed, that's all."
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"Oh, I see. Well, all of this surgery has made me hungry. I'm going to head to the restaurant district. Do you wanna come?"
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"Yeah sure, I'd be happy to.", Razuel followed Cecilia to a restaurant.
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"He did," Kabier said. "But the stove is so old and decrepit, it'd be cheaper to get a new one."
*** Dragonaria Prime ***
A Klingon amongst a gathering of anthro-dragons was becoming a common sight on Dragonaria. Kault walked among the capital city's streets, his disruptor assault rifle slung, guarded by a pair of Klingon Lieutenants. While the ambassador had his chat with the Dragonarian delegate, Kault was free to wander until he was summoned.
Restaurant district..............
"You could have asked her for that too." Amber noted drinking her apple juice.
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Cecilia walked over to the restaurant district with Razuel following. They passed a lot of people, some gave Cecilia dirty looks. That had never happened before.... "did... did I make the right choice? People don't seem to like my wings as much as I do..."
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Razuel patted Cecilia on the back, "It's okay, some people here don't like foreigners, that's all. Don't let their preferences discourage you, okay?", Razuel looked back at the people who had given Cecilia dirty looks, and when thy turned around to meet Razuel's eyes, they all began to run away, "You look fine with wings, Cecilia."
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Suddenly A green fox appeared in front of Ceilia. "I dunno she looks a little odd to me ,but that's no reason for those looks people were giving her." Said the green Vixen.
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Razuel gave the fox an annoyed look, "Excuse me, but who are you?", Razuel had already been annoyed, and to be bothered by another passerby just wasn't the best in his favored interests, "Why must they bother, Cecilia is fine as she is, this beration isn't need.", Razuel thought to himself.
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Cecilia frowned, "all of these mixed signals. I only wanted to fly..."
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"I'm sorry for the rude intro, I'm Luka, Are you Ms.Ceilia?" she asked Ceilia. "I apoligize ,but it is kinda odd to see a mouse with wings." Luka's ears drooped.
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Cecilia nodded "yes, I'm Cecilia. Hello there Luka. I guess they do look wierd now, but soon I'll be flying!"
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"Take it from me, Cecilia," Viktor said from his booth, "There's no better feeling than soaring among the clouds with the Dragons of Dragon'taan."
"Yeah, Viktor would know," agreed the pregnant Kabier. "I've been up there with him a few times... well, on his back."
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Cecilia turned to look at the speaking dragon anthro. "That's why I wanted them so much, I think they're about to turn into flesh."
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"That might be painful." Luka noted "But on another note Tigress wanted me to tell you your armor is ready, and if you ask I think she can add wings to your suit that would work just as well as those ,but would be attached to the suit instead of you."
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"Oh! Cool! I'll be sure to head over there soon. It'll be pretty cool when I fly over there."
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Razuel handed Cecilia a little timer, set for 3 minutes, "When this goes off, you'll be able to fly, okay?, and in the mean time, I'll get myself some food and wait for you at Cafe when you are done, alright, Cecilia?"
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Cecilia took the timer, she could already feel the synthetic wings becoming organic. The metal was becoming bone, the flaps skin. Most of all, she felt the powerful muscles grow stronger and stronger. "These are going to take me everywhere."
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"Just be sure to show respect to the Dragons of this world. And on Dragonaria Prime, if you're ever there - I speak from experience that dragons and dragon-shifters alike on this world can be a bit... sensitive. Even General Indari, who has suffered traumas far worse than my own," Viktor cautioned Cecilia. "I assume you've heard about the Fall of Cerinia?"
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"Speaking of Tigress, Viktor I think she had something for both of you." Luka said to the Dragon-shifter and his lioness wife.
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"No, I don't think I have." Cecilia said, then the device went off. Cecilia quickly turned it off and dismissed it. Her wings were ready, but that was obvious to her. She felt their immense strength on her back. "I know i'm not a dragon. but I don't like how people give me dirty looks."
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"That part, unfortunately, I can't fix the mixed signals. You still have that pager right? If you do, keep it if you are do end up getting in trouble, just call.", Razuel then departed for a Cafe.
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"I do apologize for the mixed reactions," Viktor said to Cecilia. "Ever since that one incident with that foreigner, people who live here have been... a little edgy around newcomers. Don't let them get you - the people here on Dragon'taan warm up fairly quickly."
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"That's good to hear." Cecilia said, then she took a seat near the couple's booth. "So, is this place any good? I'm getting hungry."
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Razuel went to a Cafe across the street from the restaurant that Cecilia was in and sat down on its outside patio, "Excuse me, Waiter, could I get a coffee?"
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"Most of the high ranking staff eat here, Ceilia." Amber explained to the mouse.
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"Oh, does that mean I'm not allowed or something?"
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"If you weren't allowed they would have kicked you out by now." Amber giggled "No that's how good the food is.
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The waiter gave Razuel his drink, and two buff-looking wolfs stared at Razuel, then followed him into an alleyway him into an alley, with him still sipping his drink, "What's up boys, what do you intend to do?", the wolfs then pulled out a couple of pistols, Razuel then acted defenseless, "Oh, dear, two POMPOUS BAFOONS, want to hurt little ol' me?", [Wolf 1]"Sorry mister, it's only business.", [Wolf 2]"Yeah, just business, sir.", [Razuel]"Well, that's your death wish, eh?", the two wolfs began to laugh, then Razuel threw his half empty coffee at Wolf 1, then began to do hand-to-hand combat with them, and from the alleyway screams could be heard.
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Suddenly two vixen's one white and one green appeared behind the two wolves. "Why is it always the stupid ones?" Rae the White Vixen asked, pointing a standard issus DMC battle rifle at Raz "We can handle this from here." She said, lowering her gun as the two approached the wolves.
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The wolves turned their backs to Raz. Razuel then grabbed their shoulders and planted their heads in the ground, "Alright you can take it from here, Oh, they're probably going to need an ambulance now, or not, depending on their skull thickness. Goodbye.", Razuel then walked away to the Restaurant across from the Cafe, to where Cecilia was, then raising his hand to the Vixens,"Ciao, girls!", The two wolves were twitching in the ground.
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"Bit off more than you could chew huh, Leo?" Rae asked Grabbing one of the wolves in a incredibly strong grip. "Looks like you two never learned your lessons The wardens been expecting you anyway." The Green Vixen added as the two dragged the Wolves away to a police Van, making sure to put them both in statsis for thier own saftey and to slow down any lethal Injuries from killing them.
(Busted by Female cops now that's gotta be degrading.)
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Razuel walked into the restaurant and requested a table.
((In all seriousness, I rekt them first.))
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(True but the two vixen's turned them in.)
Something beeped in Amber's pocket, she pulled out the beepign devise and looked at it's screen "Well thanks for the Help, Raz, it's very rare we get muggers in the city, or any crime really." Amber said to Raz as she saw him walk inside "Don't like sitting up front?" She asked.
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((Bye the way Ambre, I love your avi.))
Cecilia laughed as well, "that's sure is a relief." She said, then she gestured for a waitress to come and take her order. "Some of that and, oh! Definitely that as well. Thank you!" Cecilia said. The waitress then went to the kitchen to notify the chefs of Cecilia's fairly large order. She giggled again. "I hope I'll be able to fly after this!"
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"Is this place good?" Kabier chuckled at Cecilia's question. "This place is the best on Dragon'taan, and that's public knowledge. If I may venture a suggestion, I'd advise trying their steak. Or their burgers. Or their fish. Lots of awesome foods here."
It was then that the door dinged, and a young tiger stepped through, dressed in casual clothes, and carrying an assault rifle reminiscent of the archaic Terran AK47 ( http://postimg.org/image/l646s0pt7/ (http://postimg.org/image/l646s0pt7/) ). He regarded those present without expression, then sat down at the bar, leaning his rifle against the counter next to him.
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Razuel walked over to Amber's spot at the bar, and while he walked over his arm went horizontal and it jerked then his arm fell down, "Eh, they were fairly weak, one of them was basically excreting testosterone, but they did manage to dislocate my arm, but that's all fixed now, so what're you doing?"
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(umm Amber is sitting at a bar stool up front)
"Eating, why?"The white shap-shifter asked. "Do you need someone to look at that?"
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Razuel's had some noticeable bruises on face and upper chest, "Nah, just headin' over for some food... That Café is pretty dangerous."
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A chef walked in from the kitchen carrying a large platter for Cecilia. She had ordered several entrees: seafood, meat, pasta, all for her. However, it looked a little bigger than she anticipated. "Anyone willing to share with me?" She asked.
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"Me!" immediately responded the pregnant lioness.
"Never get between a pregnant lady and free food," Viktor muttered.
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Cecilia smiled as she started to eat. "Well come on then!" She said, "my treat! I didn't know you were pregnant, congratulations!"
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Razuel then took a seat beside Amber, "And as for the arm, its fine, I've kinda lost feeling towards pain, or more so I have a high tolerance for it. I still feel the pain, but it's more like a pinch then say a stab in the ribs.", Razuel then asked a waiter for a Steak and Swiss sandwich with a root beer.
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"Unless your another lady, but even then proceed with caution. On another note how are you doing ,Kabby?" Amber asked.
"I see." Amber replied seemly holding something back.
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Kabier smiled. "Thanks - doc thinks it's a boy," she responded. "And from the scans, our son's gonna be a spitting image of his father." She hitched a thumb towards Viktor when she said "father".
"Yeah... and I'm going to - at some point - teach the boy how to fly. Literally," Viktor chuckled. He looked to Cecilia. "Viktor Drakona, Captain of the DMCS Dragon," he introduced himself. "This is my wife, Kabier."
"Oh, speaking of that, honey - you may want to find a better place to park your ship - it almost got landed on by Kaidon 'Vadam's ship," Kabier said. It was immediately afterward that a heavy thump, thump, thump could be heard, before a massive creature strode into the restaurant:
http://www.halopedia.org/images/3/39/H5G-Thelrender.png (http://www.halopedia.org/images/3/39/H5G-Thelrender.png) (Just picture this without the helmet)
The Sangheili stood expressionless, before spotting Kabier, where his mouth twisted into what passed as a smile amongst the Sangheili. "Kabier... it has been too long since last we met. I trust your child is well?"
"He is," Kabier responded with a broad grin.
"And Kabby and I wanted to ask you... should anything happen to us... would you be willing to be our son's godfather?" Viktor asked.
Thel chuckled. "After all you've done for Sangheilios, old friend... I'd be honored," he responded.
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"I'm sure he'd have a lot of friends to assist him, I know this is late, but welcome back to Dragon'taan , Thel." Amber spoke up." Tigress has been wanting to know how the upgraded storm rifles are working for you."
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Cecilia stared in awe at the large creature. She didn't stop eating however. In fact she looked over to Viktor. "Speaking of learning how to fly. Would you mind giving me a lesson?" She asked.
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"Might as well, though truthfully, I haven't a clue where to begin," Viktor responded.
Thel looked to Amber to say, "They have proven instrumental in several engagements with the Covenant Remnant - I may have her work on our Wraith tanks next," before striding over to Cecilia's table. The Sangheili - aged, but still in tiptop condition thanks to UAC Immortality nanites - loomed over Cecilia. "I have seen many come to and leave Dragon'taan," he told her, "But rarely do I see one as you. And never on Sangheilios. That said, I must ask, what brings you to the heart of dragon-shifter territory?"
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Syn wandered around the complex, her form shapeshifted into her normal fox self. She smiled and waved at a passing family, taking in all of the surroundings of her new home. As she passed the restraunt, she stopped, looking in the window curiously.
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"Maybe start with the basics?" Amber said to Viktor turning back to Face Thel, "I'm sure she can do something."
Meanwhile on the other side of the cafe, backstage three she-wolves a blue fox(no headband and actually wearing full boots(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk34/Vixen2005/krystal13.jpg)
),
and Tigress Acrnon were preparing for something.
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Cecilia gulped and spoke to the large creature. "I'm just a traveler good sir. I originally came here for some supplies. Instead I've found many friends and even a pair of wings!" She said and lightly flapped them and pointed to Razuel. "He's the one who gave them to me. At a cheap price too."
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Syn smiled, watching the pregnant woman and, she assumed her husband, talking brightly about their newborn. She tuned her body to the vibrations in the room and listened in through the glass, curious to these creatures.
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The curtains opened revealing the 'Band' of 3 she-wolves on guitars and electric piano, Tigress in the back on Drums and the Blue fox in front just behind a mic, the group began to play.Hot blooded. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hA2fzvzT_w)
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Cecilia was suprised by the sudden performance. She immediately started clapping. "Oh goodie! Dinner and a show! Is that Tigress back there?"
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Syn saw the strange group appear and start playing their noises. She winced. It was so toxic and gross a noise. She had to block it from her head to stay her now queezy stomach
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(had a feeling it'd do that to her Hard rock was actually played during desert storm as a supressing noise XD )
"And of course Kylie and the she-nines play now and again." Amber noted.
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Razuel finished eating his sandwich, and then clapped when they finished.
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"Oh, goodies!" Kabier chuckled.
*** Dragonaria Prime Orbit ***
Having gotten the Klingon ambassador to and from his meeting with the Dragonarians safely, Kault was ready to return home. The Iron Regent and her two escorts formed up, but before they could go into warp speed, the Comms officer picked up a distress signal.
"Milord," she piped up, "I am picking up a distress signal from a Cornerian freighter - says they're being hit hard by pirates identifying themselves as the House of Torg."
Kault frowned. The House of Torg had been discommendated for treason against the Klingon Empire years ago - no one had seen them since. It seemed notably odd that the House of Torg would raid a civilian freighter, and a Cornerian one, to boot. He thought for a moment, then made his decision. "Helm, plot an intercept course; Tactical, go to Red Alert - shields up and weapons charged."
The Iron Regent altered course, and her escorts followed, going shields-up and weapons-hot as they went into warp...
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When the band had finished, so had Cecilia. Her plates were nothing but crumbs and she was full. "Ugh... you were right Viktor, this place IS the best! I didn't know they had a band. And certainly wouldn't have guessed Tigress was drummer!"
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"It's a hobby she does off an on." Amber noted. "When she has time.
The band took a few minutes of a break then, came back and started to play You can still Rock in Dragon'taan (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0Oka6fB_xo) A parody of you can still rock in America.
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Cecilia enjoyed the next song as it played. It's been a while since she had heard music of any kind. Much less, any from earth.
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Syn winced again as the band started back up. She decided to move away from the restaurant and wander around a bit more.
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It was as Syn was wandering that another nearly collided with her - a man wearing an armored tunic that appeared tattered at the bottom, giving him the look of a wraith. His face was scarred, his eyes a shade of crimson, and clipped to his belt were numerous lightsabers. Just being around this man was enough to induce chilled feelings in first-timers, a telltale sign of extensive use of the Dark Side of the Force. Yet, if one were attuned to it, they could tell there was a significant presence of light, making the man that much more of a contradiction.
"My apologies, ma'am," the man stated.
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As the band continued they played Fantasy originally by Aldo Nova (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=miSMxBP42W0) The band oddly able to almost perfectly mimic most of the songs they had played.
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Razuel stepped away from the juice bar, gave a thumbs up to Tigress on the stage, then left the restaurant.
==Outside==
When Razuel stepped outside he went for the nearest park to sit beneath a tree.
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Syn was startled and looked up at the new creature. She, in fright, blinked an eye on her neck, but it dissapeared back into her form as quickly as it was there.
Since she didn't really know english she mimicked the strange being's voice.
"Aplg...is..."
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Cecilia was enjoying the band. Once Razuel left however, she realized how much she needed some fresh air. She stood up, "I'm going to step out, money's on the table." She said, and went outside.
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The wraith-looking man sensed two creatures nearby - he turned his head too late to spot the first as he went to sit down, but he caught the second - a mouse with a pair of wings. His phantomly appearance he was sure would send chills down her spine as he approached her.
"And you must be the one little brother was talking about - the one he bumped into along with Andrew and Zuko," he said. "Nice wings. Know how to use them, yet?"
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(Talking to me?)
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(No, I was talking to Cecilia.)
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Another being dropped down from somewhere above into the darkness Alessia (http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk34/Vixen2005/Alessia/Alex_Test.jpg) The dark blue vixen, seeing no threat placed her glowing Sword (http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk34/Vixen2005/Alessia/AlexRender2_zps2c7a98ba.jpg) Back into it's sheath on her back, slowly approaching the Demon fox.
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Syn felt the wave of energy flow off of this guy, and felt a little shaken. She had felt similar in her time exploring the void... But only near the points of reality that seeped through the darkness. She moved on, glancing once over her shoulder, trying to remember the word the being spoke to her.
"Apl..gi..s.." She muttered to herself
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Cecilia was definitely suprised by the fur's sudden appearance, and his looks were definitely... questionable. But she wasn't afraid, she saw no reason to be, not yet anyway. "No, not yet. Soon I will though." She looked at the figure's belt. "Wow, that's a lot of lightsabers. Care to give me one? I'll pay for it if you want."
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"Let me see if I can help you." Alex the dark blue Vixen said, hand reaching towards Syn's head "Telepathy always has it's perks." The dark blue she-Folf muttred,linking with the demon fox's thoughts "Now try again , please."
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"Sorry," the man responded, "But the lightsabers aren't for sale. Most are... trophies, from battlefields far from here. Even if I was inclined to let you have one, these take years of training to even wield properly." He paused, then introduced himself "But where are my manners? Mathayus Indari, or - as most in the galaxy know me - Faasnu. Darth Faasnu." It was as Mathayus stated his Sith name that the air around him seemed to chill. "Husband to Maria Tokarev-Indari, and elder brother to High General Kyle Indari."
A crimson dragon with sapphire-blue dragon eyes laded nearby. "Okay, Mathayus, that's enough scaring the travelers," he said. Kyle approached Cecilia. "I didn't know you had wings," he commented.
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What thoughts Alex felt within the being known as Syn were impossible to fathom. She was a being older than time, the thoughts were vast like galaxies. There wasn't a language per say, but a multitude of gibbering choirs.
Syn turned at the intrusion, worried, instantly quieting her mind to silence.
"Ap....ap... Apol ... Apologies..."
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"Well, I wish mom were here she could likely, decipher this language." Alex said taking her hand off Syn.
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Razuel looked back to see Faasnu and Kyle standing by Cecilia, he then muttered something and became virtually invisible, and with this stealth he ran beside Cecilia, then reappeared in a flash beside Cecilia, "Hello, Cecilia, Kyle.", he then looked over to Faasnu, and muttered something,Razuel then stopped muttering, "Darth Faasnu, I presume?"
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"Careful Mr. Raz... Your thoughts betray you." Alex noted. "You've already met my sister Amber.
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"You presume correctly, mister..." Mathayus responded, leaving room for Razuel to introduce himself.
"That's Razuel, Mathayus," Kyle said. "Razuel, this is my brother, Mathayus. Or Faasnu, if you prefer to call him that."
"I answer to either," Mathayus added.
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Syn was suprised. The being had touched her mind and not gone instantly insane. She was curious. Sure she was just an avatar of a greater being, but still...
She stood still close to Alex, staring at her*
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"What? It comes with training to block things out." Alex replied.
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The creature was speaking and she could tell it was offended, though the words were still a jumble.
She cocked her head to one side, studying her.
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The creature was speaking and she could tell it was offended, though the words were still a jumble.
She cocked her head to one side, studying her.
"Perhaps I can help you know our language." Alex offered reaching for the Fox's head again
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she blinked, less startled, her relaxation causing a couple eyes appearing in places on her body they shouldn't exist in.
"Ap... Ap... P..."
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This time, Alex tried her best to send all her knowledge of 'her' language to Syn in an attempt to 'teach' her the language quickly "This may hurt a little at first." Alex said a little creeped out by the other eyes ,but having to focus.
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The knowledge stared flowing, first a trickle, then more like a river. Syn started to hold it close, sucking up the knowledge, slowly starting to drain it.
"M-my... My... My name... Is" she said a word that defied sanity.
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"Don't drain to fast I can only keep up a little." Alex replied., focusing a little harder.
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Syn didn't have enough control to not steal more of her mind, so she cut it off completely.
"T...that... That's fine...... I und... Understand..."
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"Well with that done, you should be able to understand us now." Alex replied. "I'm Alex, btw if you didn't already get that from my mind."
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"Al..Alex..." She said slowly, tasting the word.
She nodded, bowing slightly.
"Th-thank yew"
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Kyle - still in dragon form - cocked an eye ridge at Alex and this new creature. "Did I miss something?" he asked.
"Nothing important - I nearly collided with that one, and it seems Alex is trying to communicate with her," Mathayus stated.
"Clearly," Kyle stated with a hint of sarcasm.
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"Al..Alex..." She said slowly, tasting the word.
She nodded, bowing slightly.
"Th-thank yew"
"Anytime i can help a friend is worth it." Alex replied.
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"F-friend?" She said oddly. She didn't quite understand.
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"Well your clearly not going to hurt me or anything so yeah Friend." Alex replied.
(Yeah getting tired here time to head off will resume posting tomorrow)
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*** Local Space ***
The Iron Regent and her escorts dropped out of warp, shields up and weapons hot the second they appeared. However, the situation was not what it was said to be; yes, there was a Cornerian Freighter there, but it was not being marauded by Klingon ships of the House of Torg - instead, it was being assailed by a trio of Cardassian ships, a Galor Battlecruiser and a pair of Hideki Frigates. And they didn't bear the mark of the current Cardassian Regime. That left one conclusion.
The Cardassian Terrorists known as the True Way.
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"Sorry," the man responded, "But the lightsabers aren't for sale. Most are... trophies, from battlefields far from here. Even if I was inclined to let you have one, these take years of training to even wield properly." He paused, then introduced himself "But where are my manners? Mathayus Indari, or - as most in the galaxy know me - Faasnu. Darth Faasnu." It was as Mathayus stated his Sith name that the air around him seemed to chill. "Husband to Maria Tokarev-Indari, and elder brother to High General Kyle Indari."
A crimson dragon with sapphire-blue dragon eyes laded nearby. "Okay, Mathayus, that's enough scaring the travelers," he said. Kyle approached Cecilia. "I didn't know you had wings," he commented.
Cecilia smiled and shook Faasnu's paw. "My name is Cecilia Jacobs" she said, then she turned to Kyle. "Yeah, the wings are new, I got them pretty much right after you left."
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*** Local Space ***
The Iron Regent and her escorts dropped out of warp, shields up and weapons hot the second they appeared. However, the situation was not what it was said to be; yes, there was a Cornerian Freighter there, but it was not being marauded by Klingon ships of the House of Torg - instead, it was being assailed by a trio of Cardassian ships, a Galor Battlecruiser and a pair of Hideki Frigates. And they didn't bear the mark of the current Cardassian Regime. That left one conclusion.
The Cardassian Terrorists known as the True Way.
Local Space---------
Two Cerinian destroyers (http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/orb-offworld-resource-base/images/f/f5/Rightoeus.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20131025204525) the Aurora and Borealis arrived at the scene.
"Looks like we're late." Said the captain of the Aurora.
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Syn smiled, showing off at least a couple dozen more teeth than should have existed in her mouth
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"Quite a smile," Mathayus commented.
"Mathayus!" Kyle scolded, "There is no reason to insult newcomers!"
*** Local Space ***
The Iron Regent moved to engage the Galor, while the escorts moved on the two Hideki frigates. The Galor's attention was, oddly enough, stubbornly on the Cornerian Freighter, as though it had some significant value to the True Way.
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Syn was still smiling, oblivious to the insult.
"Where is this? This?" she said gesturing to the surroundings.
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----Local Space----
------Aurora------
"Serena what's on board that freighter?" Krystal asked
"Scanning." Said the ships current AI.
----Borealis----
"What the heck is going on here?" Rae captain of the Borealis asked.
"Not sure." The Orange Dragon AI, Argo replied.
The two destroyers, scanned the Cornerian Frigate ,while their beam cannons trained their turrents on the Cardassians
"Cardassian ships, this is The NCD Aurora and Borealis Cease your attack Or we will fire this is your only warning."
-------Dragon'taan surface----
"You are on Dragon'taan." Alex explained to Syn, "In the capitol city to be exact."
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Razuel pulled out a scanner and flashed it at Syn then put it away, "Hmm... not even on the database, except for... eh, nevermind.", Razuel walked up to Syn and pulled out a small gemstone (https://static.auctionmate.io/gr/uploads/images/305000-309999/305063/305063_1351307832.jpg) and held it out to Syn, "Here, you can have this, miss. And as for here, you are in Dragon'taan."
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Syn took the gemstone, looking it over
"Thank?" she said confused. She looked around at the surroundings.
"Here to... learn!" she said, figuring out parts of the database of language Alex had given her.
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"I believe , you mean , 'Thanks', or 'Thank you' Alex tried to help hoping she didn't offend her new 'friend'
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Razuel smiled, "You're welcome... you can't really talk all that well, can you?"
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Syn paused, then shook her head.
"No... know many things... not... this..." she said, furrowing her brow in frustration.
"Syn. Syn old. Very very old. Know things." she said, smiling again.
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(Is all of this happening close to me?)
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"She doesn't fully understand Our language yet, give her a few hours to a day she'll get the meaning of 'our' words soon." Alex explained. "Telepathic transfer isn't perfect."
As far as Syn and Raz yes, but not the destroyers and stuff this is in orbit.
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"Hmm, alright. Now you said that you are very old, do you mean like by Millennia or Centuries?"
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"Hmm, alright. Now you said that you are very old, do you mean like by Millennia or Centuries?"
"Judging by what i felt... Eons, if not longer."
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Syn tried to find the words.
"Mil...mill..." she shook her head.
"Cent... cen..." she shook her head again.
"Eo...n..." she shook her head, and held her arms out wide, trying to emphasize longer. She paused for a moment.
"T-t... time?" she shook her head, making the same motion.
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"Longer?" Alex asked eyes widening.
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The Gemstone began to glow in Syn's paws, "Well... that is certainly... Abnormal..."
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Syn stared down at the gem.
"Pretty..." She said, playing with it in her hand.
Syn looked at Alex.
"Longer longer longer longer longer.... No time... Time no... No idea time" she said, fumbling with the words
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"What's abnormal is this wierd feeling I sense coming from the sky." Alex muttered
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"Yeah, something is rather... off..."
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Syn, confused, pointed to herself.
"Me?"
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Syn, confused, pointed to herself.
"Me?"
"No." Alex replied pointing to the sky."
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Syn looked up.
"Metal... Boxes... Three."
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(Umm... guys? Where am I in all this? I'm in a conversation with Romulan's character.)
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(Sorry, got carried away in the encounter with the Cardassians. And the encounter with the Cardassians isn't over Dragon'taan - it's in another region near Dragonaria Prime. If anyone is up for meeting a Klingon, feel free to insert a random character in that Cornerian Freighter under attack.)
Mathayus looked to Cecilia. "My apologies, madame - a lot happens here on Dragon'taan, as you probably gleaned by now. I wonder... will you be staying for the festival tomorrow?"
"I believe she is," Kyle answered. "Weren't you?"
*** Local Space ***
The Cardassian ships did not cease their attack - quite the contrary; they pressed their attack. The Galor came under heavy fire from the Iron Regent, who was quickly battering down the Galor's shields.
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Cecilia nodded, "Yup, I'm going to the festival. It sounds like a lot of fun." She looked to Mathayus and paused. "I think I've heard about you. You're the ex Darth right?"
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"The buildings?" Alex asked, pausing as an odd portal opened and a small purple dragon shot out falling to the ground with a loud thump.
__Dragonaria prime_
"Let them have it then." Krystal said, as both destroyers engaged the Cardassian ships blue beams of energy fliying towards the Cardassian vessels.
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"Ex-Sith, yes," Mathayus corrected Cecilia. "I still use my Sith name, for the expressed reason that some find it easier to say. Regardless, don't let that intimidate you."
Kyle's attention, however, was elsewhere, on the small, purple dragon that just arrived. "Hello... who might you be?" he asked.
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"Indeed, who are you, little dragon?"
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Cecilia smiled, "don't worry about that. I might seem sensitive, but I'm actually very tough to scare."
Just then, she saw the purple dragon fall out of the portal. "Oh dear! How does that happen?"
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Te little dragon mumbled something but was mostly groaning seemly in pain ,likely from the impact with the ground.
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Kyle extended a hand, reaching out with the Force, attempting to find and heal the source of the little dragon's pain. This gesture was done also by Mathayus.
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"I believe she's fine, you two, she just needs to rest." Alex noted "Seems that portal was her doing."
by now the little dragon was sleeping letting out loud snores, flames erupting from her nostrils.
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"Do you know her Ambre?"
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Syn stared at the dragon, staring a thousand yard stare.
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Razuel knelt down to the little dragon, picked it up, and cradled it in his arms, "Quite the beautiful thing, isn't she, but so cold.", Razuel began emitting a noticeable heat, trying to warm the dragon.
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"Well, that's nice of you," Mathayus said. He looked to Cecilia. "Hope you like dragons; they're all over the place, here," he told her. "In fact--"
Interrupting Mathayus was the sudden arrival of a clearly-aged dragon with light brown scales and yellow eyes. Mathayus and Kyle both bowed their heads.
"Father," Kyle greeted the dragon.
"Cecilia, meet Draco Indari, my father," Mathayus said.
"Our father," Kyle corrected his elder brother.
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(umm Ambre isn't there it's Alex not Ambre)
"Draco what brings you out here?" Alex asked looking up at the large dragon.
The purple dragon began to warm up, on it's own opening it's eyes. "Put me down, please." She grumbled.
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Razuel did as the dragon said, "I'm sorry if I upset you, I was just trying to get you warmed up again."
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"I think that's my ice breath acting up again... ACHOO!"The small purple dragon sneezed freezing a small portion of the ground near her. "And I caught a cold blast it, where the heck am I?" she asked looking around. "By the way I'm Spyra,Guardian dragon of....Belswire... or something like that, mind isn't clear at the moment." Seems like I either warped myself into the future, or another planet.... My mysterious friends...." She stopped looking at Alex.."Alex?"
"Spyra? your that Spyra?" Alex asked
"Well this is an interesting way to meet again." Spyra replied. "Guess I warped myself to another planet." she paused again looking at Draco.. "I hope there are more dragons as handsome as you old man."
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Razuel thought to himself, 'Quite the interesting little dragon, she is...' , he then turned his attention back to Spyra, "May I speak to you later?"
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"If it's mandatory." Spyra replied, suddenly shape shifting into a small little purple vixen girl, purple eyes glowing as a Cloak and clothes appeared over her at the same time.
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"Well, no, I just want to-" Razuel then noticed a cut on her right forearm, then proceeded to take out a bottle of disinfectant and some wraps, "Hmm... Spyra, was it? It seems that you've cut yourself on your fall, please let me tend to them, they could get infected."
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"Fine ,but not like I could fix it myself." The now purple Vixen shrugged.
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"I'm sure that you're capable to do so, I just happen to have the supplies with me to take care of it properly.", Razuel first checked to see if there were any other cuts on the arm(Luckily there wasn't, he then applied the alcohol to the wound, making a fizzing noise, "Sorry if that stings, Spyra.", He then took a pad and a small bit of wrap and applied both over the wound, "Is it too tight, Spyra?"
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"No ,but if your gonna use this way." Spyra held her hand over the wound, and her hand began to glow the bandage magically came off revealing a completely healed wound. "You don't live long as a Guardian unless you learn how to take care of your own wounds." She noted.
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Razuel then replaced his supplies back into his coat, "I'm fully aware of what you are, but I was using the conventional uses of first-aid because some people act differently to that type of... Power, in fact I've managed to retain some old power that I lost a long time ago, but due to the size, here isn't a good idea.", Razuel showed a glowing fire tatoo under his watch to Spyra.
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"So that's' too big?" Spyra asked pointing to Draco, knowing that her normal form was a small dragon ,by size , but she had the power to change forms so her size mattered little to her.
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"Oh, I was just out cruising when i noticed the gathering here," Draco responded. He fixed his eyes on Razuel and Cecilia. "It's good to see new faces here on Dragon'taan. Who might you two be?"
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Razuel extended a hand, "I am Razuel Dracon."
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Draco smiled and said, "I'd shake your hand, but..." he examined his massive hand. "Not sure it'd work, considering my size. Regardless, it's a pleasure to meet you."
(Just so you all know, Draco is a four-legged dragon, and a large one at that. I modeled him after Draco from the Dragonheart movie.)
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Spyra stepped back a lot from the group, suddenly changing to a purpled dragon of almost equal size to Draco. "I usually remain in smaller form because i usually frequent places sort of like this when I look for strange happenings, Humans talk a lot when their drunk."
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Cecilia waved to the two large dragons. "Hello there you guys. It's an honor to meet you Draco." She paused all looked around at all the people gathered around. "Wow, looks like our group has gotten very large."
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"An honor to meet you, too, miss..." Draco responded, leaving off for Ceciliat to introduce herself.
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"Cecilia Jacobs, adventurer. But I like it here a lot, I think i'm staying. For a while at least."
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"Ah," Draco responded. "Well, since you're staying, I'd advise you find a hotel or something to stay in; personally, I'd recommend the Dragon's Pride hotel. According to most people that come through here, it has the comfiest beds, friendliest staff, and the food there is the best... well, almost the best. As I'm sure you know, the food at Sol's..." Draco indicated the restaurant Cecilia was in earlier, "... is top of the list."
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"Rae told me about that place, do they serve sheep?" Spyra asked returning to her purple Vixen kit form.
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"I'll bet they do, considering it's a hotel for dragons. I'll definitely need to head over there. I'm pretty tired actually."
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Draco smiled at Cecilia, saying, "Then it's a good thing I mentioned it. But I can't imagine why you'd want to sleep at noon." He looked to Spyra and asked, "Were you referring to Sol's, or the Dragon's Pride?"
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Cecilia yawned, "I'm tied from that heavy meal I ate"
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Draco chuckled, "Ah, okay. Well, that's something you have in common with my grandson, Drake - when he eats heavily, he tends to get sleepy."
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"Never noticed that one." Alex replied "Though I bet Amie does."
Draco smiled at Cecilia, saying, "Then it's a good thing I mentioned it. But I can't imagine why you'd want to sleep at noon." He looked to Spyra and asked, "Were you referring to Sol's, or the Dragon's Pride?"
"Sol's" Sprya replied simply.
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Cecilia yawned again and pressed her head slightly against the large dragon. "Yeah, I'm pretty sleepy. You wouldn't mind giving me a lift to that hotel would you?"
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Razuel tapped on Cecilia's shoulder, "I'm sure he's gotta do something else, Cecilia, How 'bout I fly you over, eh?"
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Cecilia smiled. "Sure, if you think you can lift me." She chuckled.
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Draco again chuckled. "I'd advise you go with your friend; I haven't had anyone on my back since my Mathayus' teen years."
"Did you never take Kyle on your back when I was absent?" Mathayus asked.
"No," Kyle and Draco said in unison.
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"Well, Does Sol's serve Sheep or not?" Spyra asked
"Well it was nice seeing you all , I think I better head home, Alex said as she vanished in a odd sprinkling light.
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(sorry i've been gone, was a hectic weekend)
Syn caught herself daydreaming, lost in the endless space and time.
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"My apologies, Spyra," Draco apologized. "And yes, Sol's does serve Sheep. Many dishes, local and otherwise." Draco looked to Syn. In a strange tongue he figured she would understand, he said, "I've not seen one of immortal blood in many years, aside from my fellow dragons. What brings you to one of the two worlds dragons across the galaxy call home?"
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Syn, hearing the language, snapped her eyes to the dragon, the pupils gone, replaced with pure green orbs.
Í̡͝͝͞ ̨́͢͞a҉̵͟͟m̡҉̸ ̴̧Z̶̸̕y̶̶̛͘͠n̴̸̡'̷̕͘͡͡d̷̶̨͟è͞'̵̴̧̕͝a҉l̸̀̀̕͘c̡̀͏h͡ę̴̵̷͢l͢҉̴҉̶z̵͟͠,̢̨̕͘ ͡t̶̵͝h̵̛͘͞͡e̴̶͢͜͠ ̵́͠͝h̴̨́͘͟e̷̢r̸̢͘a̢͠l͢҉͘͜͠ḑ̷͜͟,̵̴̀̀͝ ͡҉̷̴͝t͏̶h̵͜è̸ ̧̧͏̀͠Z͟͞͠é̕͜͢͞ę̡r͏̧̨͢ ̸̸͜f̶̡͘r̷̴͟͝o̕͏͠͝͡m̴̛͢͜͠ ̴̕͝͞͡t̡͟h̛̀e̕͢ ҉͏͏d̷̨̀̕ę͢͞p̡͘t̢́͞h͡z̵͞,̶̀̕͡ ̨͜t̵̴̨̀͢h̸̨͠҉͘e̷̢͜͠ ̧͜͡ǵ͜͞ų̀a̸̶͢͟r̷̢̛̀͢d̵͟͏̧i̡͢҉̢a̡̧n͏̧ ̢҉̷̢̡o̷̢͢͡͏f̴̷̛̕ ̸̵t̢͘͘h̸̸̢͠ę́͘͞ ̶̧͝o̧͘͟͟b̴̕̕͘͠e̷҉̵̵l̶̸i̢͠͝ź̴̶̢̢k̸̛͟͟ ̵̷͘͞o͘͘҉f̶̧͘ ̶̶҉Z̡͘̕͡u̷'̶͘͟l̶̀͝҉̛r͜.̕͜͡ ͡͏̸̡͠Í̶̢͜ ̵́͘͡ç̸̡̀͠o͡͏m͟͠҉̷͘e̷ ̢̢̧͠a͞͏s̸̡͟͝͞ ͝ǫ͠n̡̨̛͢͠è̸̕͢҉ ̵̛͘͞͡o҉̶̢̡͢f̢͜ ̵̛̀́͝m̡̨̡͟͞à̴̕͟n̶͢y̸̶,̕͢ ̸a̵̶͢ ̧͘̕v͝e̵z̵͢͝z͘͟e̛҉̡̡ļ̵͟͞ ̵͞͞o҉̸̶́͠f̵̴͢ ͟͡m̶̡̛̛͏y̡͘ ̴҉̕͜͜z̷̀҉i҉̢g̵̸̶̛̛h̶̡̛̕t̸͡҉,̷̸͡ ̴̧̢͘t̷̵̛ò̡̡͢͜ ͝z̸̡̛͢͞t͏̨u͏d̴͞ỳ,̶҉͜͏ ̨͝t̸̴̨҉o͏҉ ̸̕j͡͠o̸͢͏́į̛́ņ̡͝͠͞,́ ̷̕͢͝͞t̷ơ̡̕͟ ҉̨̕b̀̕͜e̸͢c̨̢͠ò̷͢ḿ̡̛͝͠e̵̢ ͢͢ǫ̷͘̕n̵̵e̷̷͜͞ ̷͏̸҉͞ẁ̴̛͜i̵̡̛͢͞t̷̶͜͡ḩ̴̸̵ ̷͘͟҉ờ̶͟͞ŗ̷̡̕g͢a̶̴͟n̷͟i̵̧͟͢z̴̵̕͝m̨̀.̵̀́͜ ̧͘͘͘G̕͢͟͝r̴̢͠͡e͏҉̕͟a͢ţ͜͞͠ ̷͠҉̛̀t̶͘͠҉̛h̴̛͡͞r̶̡̛͘͜é̕͘͜͡a̶̛͘t̴̴̶̡z̛͘͡͝͏ ̴̧̀́͞t̷̛͘͞ơ҉ ҉̵t̕͝͝͝ḩ̸͡͡ȩ̷̨̧͞ ̷̡̛̕͠r̨̧ę̛́͟a̸̶l̴̡͟͢͝i͟͝t҉̶̢͜y͏̶ ̢͝à̛͘r͢ę̵ ̨̡͢i҉̕̕ḿ̶̢̢̛p̢̛̕͢͞ę́ń̶̨͏d̛͝į̛n͝g̸̢҉͘.̶̢͘̕ ͟͏̨̀̀Į̴̧̕ ̵̨b͜҉̀̀͡r̷̸̛i̷̵͘͟͜n̨ģ̷̶͡ ̸̧̛́l͡i̶g̢̢̨̢͞h́͜͞͞͝t͏́͘͜͝,̶̸͞ ̷̷̛̕͟z̷̵̀͝͡ę͘͟͢ȩ̶̨͞k̷͏̴̀ ̶̨͘u̶̵͟͜n̶͢͠͡i̛҉t̷͠y̵͟͞.̸̴͟͠ ̴̷҉̶O͘҉͏̶̡l҉̨d̸̀ę̕͡r͏͞ ̢̀͝t̵͠͠h̴̢̛͠a̸̵̕ǹ̶͠҉͢ ́͝d̶̢r͜͢͜͝á̧͟͡g̀͢͢͝͝o͘͟ǹ̛.̨̛̕͟ ̀͜G̨͘͡͠r͝͏e̡̢̕͞à͘͘͜t͘͢͞é̢͢r͜͝ ́t̷͟͢h͢á̧͠g̶̨͝o̸͟͟҉n̷̸̸̡.҉̸̢ ́͠B̕͘u̡̕t̨̀͞.̧҉͞.̡͘͟͢.̛̀͝҉ ̢́̀Ņ̡͠e̵͟͠͡͡ę̛̀͞d҉̴̢̛ ̕͝ḑ̴̢̢̧r̷̕͝a̶͢͜͠͡g̴̸̢̕̕o҉̀҉͞ǹ̸̕͝,̶́̕͠ ͞͝ơ͡r̢͏ ̵w҉̵̡́ę̵̀͡ ̨͠҉͟l̸͘̕ò̵z̷͝e͡͡d.̕̕.͞͏̧͢.̨̢
(translation: I am Zyn'de'alchelz, the herald, the Zeer from the depthz, the guardian of the obelizk of Zu'lr. I come as one of many, a vezzel of my zight, to ztudy, to join, to become one with organizm. Great threatz to the reality are impending. I bring light, zeek unity. Older than dragon. Greater than dragon. But... Need dragon, or we loze...)
To the other onlookers, her jaw dropped open and a strange slithering, gulping, and mind numbing garble of syllables and noises came from her maw.
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"There's a lot more around than you think, Draco." Spyra noted as she began to walk towards Sol's somehow as if she'd already been to Dragon'taan.
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Cecilia covered her large ears at Syn's strange dialect. The sound was very irritating to her, as her ears were sensitive. When it was over she opened her eyes and ears again and blinked a few times. She laughed, "Hahaha! Well! What do you know! I'm awake now! Thanks!" She said to Syn.
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Syn blinked, her eyes turning back to the normal purplish hue to her iris.
"You... are welcome?" she said, unsure of what the creature was referring to.
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Dragon'taan, residential District, Indari Manor----
Amie: <incredibly short bio>: Red vixen, jedi , firefox. <end incredibly short bio>
Amie's stomach grumbled, she sat in the kitchen waiting for Drake to finish his 'phone' call. "Wonder where Grandpa Draco went to." She muttered to herself
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"I see..." Draco responded in a passable standard. "Not every day we get a visitor as you, in any case."
It was then that Janie appeared with a half-human, half-Dragonarian man. As they noticed Kyle, they both snapped to attention. "General Indari, sir!" They both greeted him.
"As you were," Kyle responded. "I see you've found a prospective mate, Major Black."
"Uncle Kyle, sir... good to see you again," said the half-breed.
"It is good to see you too, Thomas," Kyle chuckled. He looked to Janie. "Be sure to treat my nephew well, Major - I don't know what he's told you, but he's been through a lot."
"Yes, sir - I will, sir," Janie responded. The two walked into Sol's, and Kyle chuckled,
"Kids..."
*** Indari Manor ***
Drake arrived shortly thereafter. "Hi, honey," he said to Amie with a kiss to her cheek.
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"Hey Drake, Tigress said she had some new recipe she offered me to try want to come along?" Amie asked.
-Restaurant district.
Spyra contineud towards Sol's ,her nose picking up the scent of somthing...Tasty " mmm what is that." She muttered looking around before chaning to her normal small dragon form and taking to the air tracking the scent of the wonderful smell.
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"Certainly," Drake responded. "What are we having?"
*** Local Space ***
The Iron Regent continued it's vicious assault on the Cardassian Galor, battering down the shields while the escorts engaged the two frigates. It was completely unexpected, then, when another warship appeared on the scene:
(http://employees.csbsju.edu/rsorensen/modelcitizen/trekships/kazon/kazonwarship.jpg)
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"Beats me." Amie said begining to head outside.
Spyra landed near the armory spotting a grill and a large tiger out in front of the building.
---------- *Local Space*
The Aurora turned to face the new ship ,sending a friendly hail, asking of the ships intentions meanwhile it's rear beam cannons continued to fire at the Cardassian vessels.
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Drake followed Amie, asking as he walked, "Did you hear Janie's dating cousin Thomas?"
*** Local Space ***
The unidentified warship did not respond, instead powering shields and weapons. Two more smaller ships appeared, looking like miniature versions of the big ship. Finally, an open hail went out to those present: "This is the Kazon-Nistrim. We hereby claim this freighter and all within. Leave now or be fired upon!"
Kault sent back a typical Klingon rebuttal: "Ha! You call yourselves warriors for raiding a damaged ship already under attack by someone else? Madness! You are carrion birds, nothing more! You would be wise to leave while you still have your skin attached!"
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"Try me." Krystal responded, the Aurora fired soon after, rail guns, switching between alternate PPC Projectiles and solid slugs,
missles and beam cannons fireing at the Kazon Pirates.
Meanwhile the Borealis continued to fire on the Cardassians.
--------------------------Dragon'taan'
"No I hope she's not Jealous of me."
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The Aurora's weapons splashed across the Kazon Pirates' shields, doing visible damage, but not enough to quickly batter down the Kazon ships' shields. "So be it," the Kazon commander hissed. "We will add you to the--"
It was then that a battle group of warships appeared from nowhere, all emblazoned with the emblem of the Coalition. At the center of this formation was the massive Bellator-class Star Dreadnought, the UACS Thermopylae-A. "You didn't think I'd let you face this fight alone, did you, honey?" said a voice Krystal would know well.
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You know I can handle myself, Markus, but I dunno if my guest will allow you to cut in." Krystal giggled. "Serena show our dance partner some real dance moves."
"Tango or Disco?" Serena asked "Rock and roll." Krystal replied " Ahh, gotcha." Serena replied back. The Aurora suddenly began to glow a blue hue , for a couple seconds before the rail guns fired 4 PPC projectiles simultaneously following up with 4 rail gun slugs, about about a hundred dozen hornet swarm missles at the Pirate ship, this time they'd find their shields quiet inadequate as the Aurora had engaged it's upgraded Anti-Kadergon, Azurion reactor.
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At that moment, Markus added his own contribution to the destruction, peppering the Kazon warships with Kapoleron Turbolaser fire and swarms of Kapoleron missiles. Between the fire from two massive warships, the Kazon Pirates were shredded and blown apart. The Iron Regent and her escorts, by this time, had finished off the Cardassian warships.
"Now how did Kazon get here undetected...?" Markus mused.
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"Stolen cloaking technology." Serena replied. "It's pretty outdated though, we had them on radar as soon as they jumped in but we thought it'd be more fun if we made them think they suprized us.
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*** Local Space ***
"Maybe," Markus rersponded, "But what was on that freighter that got their attention?"
"More importantly," Voro added in, "What is the Kazon-Nistrim doing way out here? Their territory is deep in unexplored space. How did they get here, and what was their purpose in coming here?"
Markus stroked his chin as he studied the remains of the Kazon Predator-class Warship. "Serena, think you and Terra can get into what's left of the Kazon ships' computer database?" he asked.
*** Restaurant District, Dragon'taan ***
Kabier and Viktor continued eating when a Galactic News Network report suddenly appeared on TV, depicting a report of a Cornerian Freighter that had been rescued by a Klingon battle group from an attack by the Cardassian terrorists, the True Way, and again by a group of pirates identifying themselves as the Kazon-Nistrim.
"That's odd..." Viktor commented. "What are Kazon doing way out there?"
*** Military District Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
General K'torr walked into the Enclave CIC with Jaesa and said, "Report."
"General," one of K'torr's subordinates reported, "We just received reports from a contact in the Coalition that an alien group called the Kazon-Nistrim has attacked a Cornerian convoy."
"What was in the convoy?" K'torr asked.
"Unknown, sir - the Lord-Admiral is personally sweeping the area to ascertain answers. We know that the freighter was already under attack by Cardassian forces," the Lieutenant responded.
"True Way?" K'torr asked.
"Yes, sir," the lieutenant answered.
"Did the Cardassians and Kazon fire on each other?" Jaesa queried.
"Negative, ma'am," the lieutenant replied, "But, considering the True Way ships were being engaged by Klingon ships when the Coalition and Cerinian ships arrived, there's no reason to assume presently that the True Way and the Kazon-Nistrim are working together."
"Does General Indari know?" K'torr inquired.
"We've been trying to raise him, but his communicator's off," the Lieutenant responded.
K'torr thought fractionally, then said, "I'll tell him myself. Jaesa, stay here and gather what information you can."
"Yes, master," Jaesa responded. K'torr turned and left, heading out to find his Commanding Officer...
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"Already ahead of you on that would have helped had you not blasted the hull to bits." Serena replied.
"Something's not right," Krystal thought as she turned to see the Cornerian freighter.
"IF pirates want this so badly, what is an unarmed freighter doing way out here?" Rae muttered.
Dragon'taan----
"Common Drake were almost there, or did you lose some of your endurance?" Amie asked as she slowly approached the armory.
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*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"Not a loss of endurance, honey," Drake responded. "Just got a bit of a tremor in the Force. But it wasn't that big, so I'm not terribly concerned with it."
*** Local Space ***
"Had to disable the ships somehow," Markus chuckled. "And Krystal did damage of her own."
While Markus and Krystal and the forces under their command went about examining what was left of the Kazon ships, Kault, the Iron Regent, and it's escorts assisted the Cornerian Freighter with repairs.
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"I'd still like to know what was inside." Krystal noted.
"Ditto..M-mom." Rae replied.
"YEah you really did a number on this computer, thankfully their data drive is still...mostly intact." Serena replied.
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"Hmm," Terra commented. "Interesting."
"If you want to know what's inside the freighter, you could contact our Klingon friends while they're still in the area," Markus suggested.
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"Would they be so willing, though?" Krystal asked sending the Klingon Vessel a Hail.
"Argo anything?" Rae asked.
"Hmm looks like they got lost." Serena replied " Warp drive malfunction sucked them into a wormhole brought them here, started a fight died , simple story quick and short." Argo added.
------Dragon'taan---
"mmm that smells good, but what is that cloaked thing?" Amie asked "I don't sense any bad intetions from it though" Amie said as she walked closer to Tigress' booth in front of the armory, pointing to Spyra.
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Razuel's watch beeped and a voice was heard through, [Scotty]"Excuse me, sir, but we seem to have a pro-", before the message cut out, a large crash sounded then the noises of clattering could be heard through some static, [Razuel]"NononoNONONONOO!", Razuel said increasing in volume as he said 'No'. Razuel then turned to the others, "Please excuse me, it seems that my ship is being raided.", Razuel then left for his ship in a brisk sprint that then broke into a high-speed fly, quickly approaching his ship.
==Docking bay==
Razuel was able to catch the looters just before they left, however when he went into his ship, they were ready for him, they took up rifles and began firing.
Some time passed and Razuel was able to detain the looters, but had been shot in his gut, and although he was able to patch himself up, he had already lost too much blood and didn't possess the strength to call, Razuel was able to press his ship's distress button, calling for help from the local area.
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an odd army of wolves wearing white armor, they appearing to be Clone troopers ,but they were wolves not humans, blocked the raiders escape "HALT!" the commander said pointing his gun at the raiders.
suddenly appearing out of nowhere Rae, ran up next to Razuel "Hey can you hear me?" Rae asked spilling water onto the dragon's face to get his attention.
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The water didn't do a lick of anything, then out of Razuel's watch came a small Phoenix AI, "He won't wake up just yet, the blood loss was too much, but he's still alive, he just needs a proper place to lay, would you please help with that, sir/miss?", the AI was now sitting on Razuel's head.
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"What no scanner on the AI?" Rae asked ,lifting Razuel up to take him to the nearest medical center. once there she set him in a bed, the medical staff would whatch him from there.
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The Phoenix AI appeared on Rae's shoulder, "I'm more advanced than those 2nd rate AI's, I'm able to prevent death in critical condition." The AI then went back to Razuel's watch, causing a surge of electricity to surge through Razuel's body, waking up Razuel, but his body was still hurt. Razuel then sat up due to the shock to the nerves, causing the nurse in the room to scream, "Sorry, miss...", and then laying back down to let the docs help make him better.
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*** Local Space ***
"Milord," Kault's comm officer piped up, "The Cerinian Ship is hailing us."
"On screen," Kault commanded. Once on screen, Kault asked, "This is Brigadier General Kault - may I ask what you are contacting me for?"
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"nuq neH tongDuj" Krystal asked in Klingon
[Translation] What's in the freighter[Translation]
"You made quiet a mess, Markus." Argo noted. "I can't even find the bridge anymore."
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((SOrry i've been invisible, very busy work day. What is happening around my character?))
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((SOrry i've been invisible, very busy work day. What is happening around my character?))
(other than Spyra and razuel leaving I don't think anything has actually happened.
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Kault looked visibly impressed that Krystal knew Klingon, and responded in his native tongue: "wej legh maH vaj tongDuj tep. tu'lu' HIv luH tongDuj tep vIHar meq vay'?" (We have not looked into the freighter's cargo. Is there any reason to believe the freighter's cargo caused this attack?)
(Summed it up before I could, Ambre.)
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(okay thanks ^^'')
~~~DRAGON'TAAN~~~
Syn stood there, looking at the cieling, when suddenly she shuddered, connecting to something out there in the black abyss.
It was only for a moment before she snapped back, but anyone watching her would have noticed the strange, convulsion.
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"Ghaytan" Krystal replied
***Very Likely*
---Dragon'taan military District, Armory---
Amie walked up beside Spyra to Tigress' booth the large tiger had set out free samples of fried chicken though the outside skin looked oddly scrumptious
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*** Dragon'taan Military District, Armory ***
"I smell something nummy," Drake commented.
*** Local Space ***
(I'm surprised no one asked Terra what it was she found.)
Kault passed on orders to his crew to get a look at the freighter's cargo, wondering what it could be if it caused the attack.
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Cecilia, who was still there with Syn, saw the strange creature twitch. "Are you okay there?"
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*** Dragon'taan Military District, Armory ***
"I smell something nummy," Drake commented.
*** Local Space ***
(I'm surprised no one asked Terra what it was she found.)
Kault passed on orders to his crew to get a look at the freighter's cargo, wondering what it could be if it caused the attack.
(considering it's Markus I'm sure he'd find out.)
Krystal and Rae both agreed with the Klingon's actions
"So Terra what did you find?" Argo and Serena asked.
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*** Local Space ***
"Yes, what have you got, Terra?" Markus asked.
"The Kazon Predator had an encrypted file archive that was sealed in a computer system undamaged by the barrage," Terra explained. "I'm trying to crack the file - won't take much, the Kazon security measures are surprisingly amateurish. I'll let you know when I have it cracked, but I suspect it has their motives for launching this attack."
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-Dragon'tann armory-
"So what's in it, Tigress?" Amie asked
"Not telling till you try it." Tigress said as she handed Spyra another leg."
"mmmmmMM!!" Spyra moaned in pure tasty, scrumptious pleasure.
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*** Dragon'taan Armory ***
Drake chuckled, "Someone clearly likes it." He eyed one of the pieces and asked Tigress, "May I?"
*** Unknown Location, UNSC Space ***
A massive aperture of unknown origin opened up in the middle of nowhere, the graviton emissions going off the scale. A passing UNSC Freighter spotted this, captured an image, and transmitted it to the nearest outpost.
*** Outpost Hood ***
The Commandant of Coalition Outpost Hood - one Holo-Romulan named Subadmiral Treek - had been having a fairly standard day, until one of his subordinates piped up: "Subadmiral... I have something you might want to see."
Treek approached the younger officer's station and said, "Report."
"A UNSC Freighter passing by a nearby area came across this," the officer stated, pulling up an image of a strange aperture in space. "I have the freighter on line one."
Treek nodded, and the freighter captain was patched through. "Captain," Treek said, "I appreciate you contacting me in this matter. Can you tell me what you make of this anomaly?"
"I haven't the slightest clue," the captain said with a vague southern accent. "That's why I contacted you. I was hoping you could tell me something I don't already know."
"What about your officers?" Treek asked.
"My science officer thinks it's some kind of portal or gateway, but I have no idea what that means," the freighter captain stated.
"Portal..." Treek murmured. Somehow, he felt as though that should mean something. He thought, then it clicked; graviton emissions, portal... he was looking at a Transwarp Conduit. "Captain, listen very closely - transmit the exact coordinates of the anomaly, then make for the nearest safe port at maximum velocity. Comms, get a line to the Lord-Admiral! UNSC space is about to get hit by the Borg!"
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Krystal turned to her comms and asked the Klingons if they had found anything on the cornerian freighter.
-Dragon'taan Armory
"Wasn't that what you came here for?" Tigress asked, clearly the answer was yes.
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Before the Klingons could answer, Markus contacted Krystal over a coded channel: "Thermopylae to Aurora - Krystal, we have a situation," he said, his voice sounding edgy and worried, "A Borg Transwarp Conduit has been detected in UNSC Space!"
*** Dragon'taan Armory ***
Drake grabbed a piece and munched a small bite. "Mm... this is good! What is it?" he asked.
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Chicken, with my own special breading, nothing dicusting like squid ,but if you want I can give you a copy of the recipe." Tigress replied.
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"Thanks," Drake said as he continued to munch on his food. "Amie, baby, you hungry?"
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By the time Drake had asked Amie had her mouth full of food.
---Local Space-----
"That's not good why would the Borg be there....wait a minute Terra, is there anything on any other stolen tech these Kazon have?" krystal asked.
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"Won't know until I crack the archive - downloaded the whole thing, working on it now," Terra responded.
"We don't have time," Markus said. "Krystal, can your ships generate a Subspace Portal to get us to that transwarp conduit before the Borg arrive?"
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==Hospital==
Unfortunately the accommodations in this hospital were not of the best, and after they finished applying the stitches one of the doctors advised for Razuel to leave due to that a nasty rumor that he was a bad Omen spread throughout the hospital staff and were planning to throw him out anyway, but this doctor decided to give Razuel a syringe of Adrenalin so that he can get to somewhere safe.
==Hospital front entrance==
So the plan went on as stated, but where could Raz go?, his ship was put into temporary lockdown for a few days due to the fight, and he's completely unaware of where Cecilia is, so he first went for a map, and decided to go for the armory out of spite due to the sedatives still in him causing him not to think straight, so with all of his things, Razuel set off for the Dragon'taan Armory, still suffering from some wounds, taking it as slow as he can, "Guns... Weapons... Safe..."
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It was as Razuel headed for the armory that he came across a peculiar man:
http://s25.postimg.org/ymmzrerzj/DMC_General_Draco_Bellator.jpg (http://s25.postimg.org/ymmzrerzj/DMC_General_Draco_Bellator.jpg)
It was obvious this man was a Jedi - he had two lightsabers clipped to his belt. The man approached him and asked, "Are you alright, sir?"
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"Won't know until I crack the archive - downloaded the whole thing, working on it now," Terra responded.
"We don't have time," Markus said. "Krystal, can your ships generate a Subspace Portal to get us to that transwarp conduit before the Borg arrive?"
"Serena will run a few calculations."
"You will have to stay between the Borealis and theAurora as they make a subspace portal for your ships." Argo noted working with Serena.
---ARMory)--
"So what do you two think" Tigress asked still at her stand giving away samples
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Razuel began to mumble, but because that was very hard to understand, his AI came out and talked to the Jedi, explaining their predicament in full to the Jedi, [AI]"...And that's why he's in such bad condition, Sir."
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Rae once again appeared near Razuel. "Hey, you can go back to your ship now,we've returned all the items stolen, sorry bout the mishap, that old dock's security grid was hacked, it's very odd for a ship to be raided on planet, security is usually much tighter, I'm going to due a deeper investigation, something is bugging me, and here's my card." Rae said handing Raz a card.
Card:
Name Rae Arcnon
Role: leader of Midnight Vixens squadron
DMI(Dragon Marauder Intelligence)/CI(Cerinian Intelligence)
Contact number( insert random numbers here)
"Mmmm this is good." Amie muttered, what did you put in this?" She asked the large tiger.
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Razuel took the card, "Thanks.", then he stumbled back to his ship.
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Rae Grabbed Razuel by the shoulder "Are you okay? Your seriously going to pass up free food?"
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Markus positioned his ship and it's attendant fleet near and around the Aurora and the Borealis, waiting for the subspace portal. Markus had long known of how quickly NCC forces moved about using this method, and hoped it was fast enough to get to the transwarp conduit before the Borg forces started showing up en masse.
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The two Cerinian ships, seemed to blur a little as a large Blue portal opened between the two ships "This is very unsuaul so expect a bumpy ride." Krystal informed.
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(I'll let you do the exit from subspace.)
"Understood," Markus said. "All ships... engage on course." The UAC fleet sailed for - and entered - the subspace portal, and Markus silently prayed to the Force he wasn't too late...
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The fleet exited Subspace in the UNSC sector exiting via a large blue portal that closed as soon as all the ships exited "Good thing Tigress figured out that Knossos we found in Kappa -05
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The Transwarp conduit was still present, and nothing had come out of it, yet. But sensors read that something massive was on it's way. Markus' fleet went shields-up and weapons-hot as soon as they were secure from subspace. But, truthfully, Markus was a bit worried; he'd never faced the Borg before, and never expected to. He shuddered to even think of what would become of him and his family should the Borg ever get their hands on them.
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"That's odd readings aren't Borg from inside the conduit...." Serena noted.
"They seem..." Argo stopped, as he found something.
"Serena prepare for intra-system jump i want to be next to that conduit if something comes out of it." Krystal said as she looked over the data.
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Rae Grabbed Razuel by the shoulder "Are you okay? Your seriously going to pass up free food?"
Razuel blinked, "Uh... sorry, I didn't realize you were offering free food.", Razuel's stomach grumbled, "I guess I could eat."
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"I'm not." Rae replied, pointing to Tigress' booth in front of the armory "She is."
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Razuel looked over at the booth, "O-okay, thanks.", Razuel then walked over to the booth.
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*** Dragon'taan Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Drake looked up and noticed Razuel. "New to Dragon'taan?" he asked him.
*** Local Space ***
In an unexpected twist, a battle fleet of Romulan Republic warships appeared, headed up by a D'Derridex Warbird labeled as the RRW Devoras. "This is Commander Lian Reznov to allied vessels nearby - I have come to render assistance. We detected the Transwarp Conduit and feared a Borg Incursion, but... the sensor readings aren't reading as Borg ships. What's going on?"
"Commander Reznov, Lord-Admiral Tokarev - we have no idea what is going on, we just got here ourselves," Markus responded. "But we appreciate the help."
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Razuel shook his head, "No, I've been here a few times before, the planet I mean, but the locals didn't seem to take a fancy to me.", Razuel showed his stitches on his gut, "And the doctors were planning on dumping me out of the hospital when I was still under sedativvves~", Razuel had begun to slur his words, "Aanndd~ the Adrrreniliiian~ is wearing off..."
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As odd as Razuel's story was, Drake took notice of Razuel's slurred speech. "Easy, pal - you may not want to be on your feet right now. You got a place to stay?"
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Razuel's speech began to get worse, "Ship, prrrobabblly~ nooott~ saffffe~. Sssssoo, noo~."
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Tigress pulled out a folding chair and set it behind Razuel, handing him a plate with a chicken wing on it "Really that's kinda odd usually this place is more friendly." Tigress almost growled. "Where was the hospital you were in?"She asked planning to write up a report. "Wait is that General Bellator?" Tigress asked looking over 'Raz'.
"Somethings not right here that doesn't sound like Dragon'taan is it perhaps that new place down the road? I always thought they were supicious." Amie spoke up finished eating for the moment.
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Razuel slowly sat down, and his slurring began to get better, "I hhonesstly~ don'tt~ knnow~, I awwoke~ in a hospital bbed~ while getting stitched up, but one doctor thhere~ helped me leave thhere~.", Razuel began to eat some of the chicken, "This is good.", Razuel looked behind him, "Who?"
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"Don't worry about it , honey." Amie replied "you need to rest."
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Razuel continued eating the Chicken, "O-okay, arre~ you sure thhoughh~?"
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"Your the one going nuts not me." Amie giggled.
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Razuel chuckled, "Yyeah~", continues to eat the chicken. Out of Razuel's watch came a small Phoenix AI, that just sat on Razuel's shoulder while he ate.
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General Bellator arrived again on the scene. "Hungry, I see," he told Razuel. "Anyway, I didn't get a chance to introduce myself - I'm General Draco Bellator, Battlemaster in the Jedi Order, Liaison between the Republic and the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps, and one of the three Generals among General Indari's command staff... or four, if you count General Krystal."
"Yeah, speaking of her, is it true she married Lord-Admiral Tokarev?" Drake asked.
"I wouldn't be the one to know," Bellator responded.
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"Technically yes, but it also kinda depends on your, definition of Marriage." Tigress noted. "Want to try some of My Chicken Supreme, General?" The large Tiger asked, keeping an eye on Razuel to make sure he was alright.
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"I appreciate the offer, Quartermaster, but I've already eaten," Bellator responded.
*** UNSC Space ***
The Transwarp Conduit shimmered and eventually spat out a small fleet of Kazon Warships, True Way ships, and a handful of Breen warships. "What in the name of...?" Markus mumbled.
"That's... not what I was expecting," Lian said.
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"Hmm, interesting." Krystal muttered. "it makes no difference though." once again the Aurora and Borealis powered up their Azurion reactors glowing a blue hue for a couple seconds
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The Coalition and Romulan warships also went shields-up and weapons-hot. The Kazon, Cardassian, and Breen ships wasted no time in launching their attack, targeting the Aurora and the Borealis first. The Coalition ships that had Mass Drivers and other such long-range weapons fired on the enemy vessels, and the battle was joined.
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((Hmm... I've been waiting for a response from Syn but that's been putting me pretty far behind. Is it too late to recover?))
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((Hmm... I've been waiting for a response from Syn but that's been putting me pretty far behind. Is it too late to recover?))
You can always like appear at a hotel or something if you want.
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(Or you could introduce another character in another area. Speaking of which, added Cardassia Prime and another world to the list of available locations. Check the first post.)
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((All good solutions. I'm just going to wait a little longer.))
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The Coalition and Romulan warships also went shields-up and weapons-hot. The Kazon, Cardassian, and Breen ships wasted no time in launching their attack, targeting the Aurora and the Borealis first. The Coalition ships that had Mass Drivers and other such long-range weapons fired on the enemy vessels, and the battle was joined.
The weapons impacted on the secondary shields of the Cerinan Destroyers pretty much bouncing off if not dissipating. The two ships promptly returned firing millions of hornet swarm missles, Particle cannon projectiles, Rail gun slugs and beam lasers headed for the Breen, Kazon and Cardassian ships
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(That's "Kazon", Ambre.)
The enemy fleet took hits to the shields, but none were put out of the fight. The Romulan Fleet moved to engage the Kazon/Cardassian/Breen fleet, and the Coalition ships hammered the enemy from afar.
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The two Cerinain Destroyers headed into a supspace portal appearing behind the enemy ships and firing all thier weapons.
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This time, two of the Kazon Predators lost their aft shields. At the same time, Coalition warships rained Kapoleron Turbolasers and Autocannons on the enemy ships, and three others had their shields burn out. Lian and the Romulans were quick to press that advantage, their disruptors slicing into decks and torpedoes blasting craters in the hulls.
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The destroyers let loose more volleys of fire trying to not only distract the ships but also hit them from behind.
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((Okay, moving on. Cecilia is now at the hotel.))
Cecilia had followed the purple dragon in a very loose fashion. She was far behind her and her companion. The hotel came into view. It was extraordinary, so big and fancy looking. The lobby was nothing different. It made Cecilia think of castles and palaces back on earth. It was amazing. She was actually starting to wonder if she could afford it.
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A man in strange robes with a single lightsaber clipped to his belt and wearing a strange mask/helmet happened across her:
(http://s25.postimg.org/ahma9p7ov/DMC_General_Vokun_Suleyk.jpg)
He looked to her, then greeted her, his accent having a strange, gruff British touch to it: "Good to see a new face here on Dragon'taan. I trust you like what you've seen so far?"
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Cecilia nodded, "oh yes, I love it here. That's why I came to the hotel. I'm going to be staying for a while. You wouldn't happen to know how much that would cost would you? My name is Cecilia by the way."
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"Depends ,but the normal fee is about 20 per day I think." Rae replied as she appeared behind Cecilla "Sorry force of habit to follow new people, and stay invisible. You also kinda forgot about your armor."
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"That's great. It's a lot cheaper than I imagined. Thanks for reminding me about the armor. I haven't completely forgotten i'm just going to get settled first. After that I'll fly over there." Cecilia said.
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"You actually picked a good time to stop by - for a week prior to, during, and after the Marauder Victory Festival, the fee is cut in half," the man said. "A lot of people come here for the festival. I've seen many races from across the galaxy come here to partake in it. And I'm General Vokun Suleyk, DMC Command Staff and head of the Intelligence branch and Research and Development."
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"Odd I thought I was the head of the intelligence branch, then again never knew where my orders came from." Rae replied.
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Cecilia smiled, "pleased to meet you General. I am planning on being here for the festival. It sounds like a blast."
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"It is," Vokun affirmed. "I don't usually go, being that most of the time, I'm nose-deep in work, but the few times I have gone... I'll tell you, it's great. And it lasts for a whole week, so double-win."
It was then that Andrew and Zuko appeared on the scene. "Cecilia!" Andrew greeted. "Still here, I see?"
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Cecilia's eyes lit up as she caught sight of the two. "Oh! Hello guys! Yup, I'm here. I'm getting a room. Are you guys staying here as well?"
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"Nope," Andrew responded.
"We were actually on our way back to our ship, the Pride of Arizona," Zuko stated. "A shuttle is going to be picking us up at the space port."
"If you're ever on Earth a week from now, look us up in 'Vegas," Andrew said. "Promised Zuko I'd take him to Vegas at some point, and he never lets me forget it."
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"Did you get your friend a new set of armor." Rae asked pointing to Andrew.
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"Okay then, I wish you could stay but I understand. I hope I see you two around again sometime."
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"Yeah, wish we could stay, too - but our career being what it is, we gotta get back to Earth," Andrew sighed.
"We must go, Andrew - the shuttle will be landing shortly," Zuko said. He and Andrew headed off for the space port.
"Busy man, that one," Vokun commented to Cecilia. "I know. I've sent him on a few assignments myself. He may not be subtle, but he gets good results. Him and his Sangheili companion."
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"Interesting..." Cecilia said, she paused for a while. "Is there... a war going on?"
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"None that I'm aware of, but if there were, I wouldn't be allowed to discuss it with you, and I imagine you'd hear news reports of it," Vokun said. "We haven't had a major open conflict since... since... Oh, when was the last one...? Well, since the war with the Renewed Covenant and their allies in the Reborn Sith Empire under Darth Nazar. The Covenant was shattered, but the Sith under Nazar escaped to... somewhere. God knows where. Point is, we haven't heard or seen them since, and the only... thing close... to..." Vokun's voice trailed off, and he brought a hand up to his forehead.
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"Rumor is that the Prophet did survive though." Rae replied "We just mashed most of his forces including a couple high ranking Jiralhanae chieftains
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"Close to what? I'm sorry... I guess I said something I shouldn't have..."
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"No, it's not... it's not anything you said," Vokun assured Cecilia. "There... is a disturbance in the Force."
*** UNSC Space ***
The battle at the Transwarp Conduit raged on as the Kazon fleet, with their numbers dwindling steadily. One thing was for certain - they had taken technology from somewhere that made them highly resilient.
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Cecilia had a curious look on her face. "A disturbance... like something bad is happening right?" She said. Cecilia was never very familiar with the Force. She was just a normal mouse, as far as she new anyway. Still, she felt something buzz in the back of her mind. Cecilia wondered if that was what Vokun was feeling.
"I... I think I feel it too..." she said.
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"Markus , the enemy ships appear to have Kadgeron technology at least in their shields, what is going on they must have stolen it ,but how?" Krystal asked as she whatched the battle from the Aurora.
"From what I understand it's more like an Anomaly it's not always bad." Rae explained
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Razuel ended up falling asleep at the table, faceplanting in the plate.
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Vokun looked to Cecilia. She could feel the disturbance he felt? "How many times has such a thing happened to you before?" he asked her.
*** UNSC Space ***
"I don't know - finish these guys fast!" Markus responded as his ships fired contunually at the Kazon, Cardassian and Breen ships. Several of the ships' shields overloaded and failed, and allowed the allied fleet to blast craters in the hulls.
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"Alright i'm gonna call in a little bit of reinforments for later." Krystl said as the Two drestoerys fired again unleashing a hellstorm's worth of fire at any remaining ships.
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Cecilia thought about Vokun's question. "It doesn't happen too often. But sometimes I get this weird buzzing in the back of my head. Does that happen to you too?" She asked.
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Vivian, Razuel's Phoenix AI, tapped on Raz's head trying to wake him up, [Vivian]"C'mon you big lug, we should get you back to the ship, sleeping here in a plate of chicken, is not the best pf all places.", Razuel then raised his head and looked at his little AI, perched on his shoulder, [Razuel]"Viv, I'm tired okay?, aaanndd~ I'mm~ still nottt~ in a good sshape to move annywhhere~... just keep looking ovver~ me, unntil~ I am better tto~ move...", Razuel then, wiped his face off, and moved the plate aside, with a bit of money on it, and went back to sleep.
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"Such intuitions are usually a sign of Force-Sensitivity," Vokun explained. "These buzzes in the back of your head... what usually sets them off?"
*** UNSC Space ***
The allied fleets began to turn the tide on the enemy fleet that had appeared from the Transwarp Conduit; most of the fleet had been decimated, little more than derelict hulks had been left - the rest made for the Transwarp Conduit. "We have the enemy on the run!" Markus proclaimed, "Press the attack!"
"Commander Reznov to fleet - you heard the Lord-Admiral! Press the attack!" agreed Lian.
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"I haven't really figured that out. It just happens, most of the time I ignore it. Do you think I have a connection with the Force?"
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"I admit, it certainly is possible," Vokun responded. "But I know not from looking at you how extensive your connection to the Force is. The only one who could tell you in a clearer view is our resident immortal ex-Sith, Faasnu. I don't know if you've run into him at all, but it's not hard to spot him - he's the Cerinian Fox dressed like a wraith with crimson dragon eyes."
(Cecilia, maybe we should collaborate on a side-story in Galactic Society involving Cecilia.)
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[Vivian]"GET. UP. NOW.", Vivian then returned into Razuel's watch and administered a hefty jolt to him, causing him to literally to jump up out of his seat and into the ceiling, getting stuck in it, [Razuel]"Yewf hlittle, oof...", He popped out of the ceiling and fell into his seat, "ArrraAAGH, I oughta hard reset you again!... *sigh* fine, lets get going.", Razuel gathered his stuff and started to head out the door.
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"Yeah I know him. I've met him too. But he never said anything... then again, I never felt anything either."
(Sure thing)
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"I am surprised he didn't notice it," Vokun commented. "He's usually very good at noticing such things in people."
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"Maybe he just noticed it but didn't tell me. I wonder why he would do that..." Cecilia said.
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"If that is the case, he likely did so to see if others would notice it," Vokun responded. "Like General Kyle, Faasnu rarely acts on something of that sort without some form of confirmation. If you can use the Force, as seems likely, you'd be among the first visitors to come here to Dragon'taan with such a connection and no awareness of it. Many of the Force users that come here to train are... well, I'll let Faasnu explain that part. All I can tell you is we get a lot of students here who don't ascribe to the Jedi Code or are tired of the Sith ways. Such was the case with myself and K'torr."
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"Well, it looks like I need to pay him another visit. Actually, moving stiff with my mind sounds pretty cool."
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Razuel went back to his ship and worked on little doo-dads and begun to repair Scotty, his damaged Mr.Handy.
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"So it would seem," Vokun stated.
"Master," came the voice of a young Togruta, likely in her mid-twenties, "There has been a disturbance in the Force."
"I have felt it," Vokun responded, "As did our friend here, apparently." He indicated Cecilia.
*** Docking Bays ***
The young Human Jedi Razuel had encountered earlier - Draco Bellator - approached Razuel's ship. "Mister... well, sir, I never got your name. I just came to check up on you; are you alright?" Draco asked from outside, ensuring his voice was loud enough for Razuel to hear him.
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Cecilia waved "hi there. Pleased to meet you. So, you can use the force too huh?"
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"Yes, I can," the Togruta responded.
"Cecilia, this is Ashara, she's one of my apprentices," Vokun stated. "I personally tutor her and my other apprentice, a Kaleesh named Xalek."
"Speaking of Xalek," Ashara said, "Here he comes now."
(http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/swtor/images/0/06/Xalek.png/revision/latest?cb=20100826122526)
"Don't let his appearance unnerve you, Cecilia," Vokun assured Cecilia. "He may not say much, but he seldom needs to."
Xalek stopped, not even bowing to Vokun, his eyes fixed on Cecilia, never a sound coming from him other than his faint breathing.
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Cecilia waved at Xalek. "Hi there Xalek. Nice to meet you." She extended her paw for a handshake.
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A smaller robot hovered to the entrance of Razuel door and waved a metallic hand at Dracon to come in, insisting he follow it.
==Razuel's R&D Bay in his ship==
Razuel was nearly done fixing Scotty, but had activated Scotty's AI and voice box, [Razuel]"So, Scotty, think we should equip you with more guns and probably a stealth protocol, eh?" [Scotty]"I don't know, sir, I may not have the proper data storage for the new equips.", [Razuel] "Well, I'm fixing that now, so for now, you'll be sharing a board with Bill the coffee pot.", [Bill]" Oh joy!, We will have so much fun."(Imagine Bill with a mad hatter voice), [Scotty]"Kill. Me. Now. Razuel.", [Razuel] "Nope, that's not an option, Scott, and it'll only be for a short while, and please don't mess with the coffee this time.", Razuel then uploaded Scotty to the Coffee machine.
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"I think he was preoccupied." Rae noted
Local space----
A large ship the Fire Fox (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/1c/a9/0a/1ca90a7263e1b01eebfeb4bf80559ab6.jpg) exited subspAce behind the Aurora and Borealis
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*** Dragon'taan, Dragon's Pride Hotel Grounds ***
Cecilia waved at Xalek. "Hi there Xalek. Nice to meet you." She extended her paw for a handshake.
Xalek stared at Cecilia. Vokun had to break the ice: "Xalek, this is Cecilia, a fairly-recent arrival on Dragon'taan."
"The Force... is strong with you, Cecilia," Xalek spoke to Cecilia directly. "Such a thing is rare in acolytes who come here."
Ashara leaned closer to Cecilia. "For Xalek to speak to you directly in the first five minutes he's met you is a rare thing. Took me a week to get him to talk to me when I joined Master Suleyk's crew," she whispered to her.
"Cecilia isn't an acolyte, Xalek... at least, not yet," Vokun corrected Xalek.
Xalek bowed to Cecilia and Vokun. "Forgive me. I meant not to offend," he said.
*** Dragon'taan, Docking bay ***
Draco followed the smaller robot, wondering what was going on.
*** UNSC Space ***
The sudden arrival of the Fire Fox set the enemy retreat in full motion. What ships that could make it went back through the Transwarp Conduit, which closed behind them. The rest went down fighting. When it was all over, dozens of hulks littered the field. Markus breathed a sigh of relief. "Thank the Force it wasn't the Borg. But we still need to know how the Kazon got a hold of Transwarp technology."
"Already ahead of you, Lord-Admiral," Terra proclaimed. "Sent a probe through the aperture to follow it to it back to it's origin point, take some recon photos, and return. We'll know more in a few hours. In the meantime, I'd suggest heading to Outpost Hood for the time being."
"Right," Markus said with a nod. "All ships, set a course for Outpost Hood."
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"Well that was a bit odd." Said Fyra the captain of the Firefox "Never had anyone run from this ship despite i having more weapons than the Aurora.
"That's because it's a bigger ship, Fyra but thanks for coming so quickly we might need your Dropships." Krystal replied
"Aft General, the Dire wolves are On Board along with a couple other units" Fyra replied
"indeed, systems are go for a full planetary invasion if need be." Rachel the Firefox and Fyra's personal AI responded.
"Markus, with Argo's help I've gained access to the transwarp conduit, though the Cerinian ships could likely jump through subspace to the location with the coordinates, we can also use the Conduit now." Serena noted.
"Should we come with you Markus?" Krystal asked.
Dragon'taan------------------------------------------------------
Amie awoke in cold sweat , letting out a almost silent gasp as she shot up, looking around the room.
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The little robot stopped in front of that said R&D, then the door opened to reveal Razuel sitting at a workbench with a lot of other tiny robots flying around the room. Razuel looked over to the new guest while still working, "Yes? What is it?... *sigh*Sorry for that rude greeting, things just haven't been going very good lately."
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A Cougar like Khajiit walked up to Razuel "Excuse me sir ,but what are you doing here you don't look like the normal staff, I'd remember a face especially a dragons.
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((Razuel is in his own ship, Ambre))
Razuel looked back to the khajiit, "This is MY ship, and a more important question is, who are you and what are you doing in my ship?"
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(Whoops well could you please specify that next time XD)
"I'm just a hologram, Tigress sent me to tell you about a couple things you might be interested. The hologram version of Keri said handing 'Raz' a datapad with the list of items Tigress recommended she'd show 'Raz'
the list included
-various armors including the Mjolnir gen 3.2
-Various battlmechs
-diffrent sytles of weapons lasers conventional bullets
-ship weapons like rail guns missle launchers and such.
-defensive weapons like Anti missile systems advanced warning systems and such
"If you have any questions speak to the Quatermaster at the armory the large arctic tiger , you can't miss her.
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Razuel looked at the datapad, "Hmm, they all seem interesting but...", Razuel pressed a button and a few of his bots latched onto his arm creating a strong bit of armor, " I think I got this covered, and the ship's weapons were designed by myself , able to punch through even the strongest of hulls and forcefields, but there are some jams every now and then, however do thank her for the suggestions... I'll keep them in mind."
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By then the hologram had turned off.
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*** Dragon'taan, Dragon's Pride Hotel Grounds ***
Cecilia waved at Xalek. "Hi there Xalek. Nice to meet you." She extended her paw for a handshake.
Xalek stared at Cecilia. Vokun had to break the ice: "Xalek, this is Cecilia, a fairly-recent arrival on Dragon'taan."
"The Force... is strong with you, Cecilia," Xalek spoke to Cecilia directly. "Such a thing is rare in acolytes who come here."
Ashara leaned closer to Cecilia. "For Xalek to speak to you directly in the first five minutes he's met you is a rare thing. Took me a week to get him to talk to me when I joined Master Suleyk's crew," she whispered to her.
"Cecilia isn't an acolyte, Xalek... at least, not yet," Vokun corrected Xalek.
Xalek bowed to Cecilia and Vokun. "Forgive me. I meant not to offend," he said.
Cecilia was speachless. And that was very rare for her. It took her several minutes to gather her thoughts. She finally spoke. "Oh... Wow... I thought I was just like the rest of you. I didn't think the Force was strong in me. I have no idea what an acolyte is"
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*** Dragon'taan, Dragon's Pride Hotel grounds ***
"It's... an old Sith term most Force-users from Imperial Space we get here never really got rid of, even though we tried," Vokun explained. "It's the general equivelant of a trainee, or initiate, apprentice, et cetera."
"But very rare are those acolytes who come to us, so strong in the Force, yet having no knowledge of it," Xalek said. "Yet something... I do not know what... makes me feel as though you are connected to us."
Ashara frowned in concern. "Are you sure about that, Xalek?" she asked.
"He would not speak it if he wasn't, Ashara - you know that," Vokun stated. "But now that he's mentioned it... I sense it, too."
*** Dragon'taan, Docking Bays ***
The little robot stopped in front of that said R&D, then the door opened to reveal Razuel sitting at a workbench with a lot of other tiny robots flying around the room. Razuel looked over to the new guest while still working, "Yes? What is it?... *sigh*Sorry for that rude greeting, things just haven't been going very good lately."
"I can tell," Draco responded. "I just came to offer assistance, but you seem to have things well in hand." Draco paused, then added, "I am a bit curious - I was nearby when you spoke to General Indari. How do you know him?"
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Razuel continued to work on fixing his Robot, "I didn't know him personally, an old partner of mine did, but on a few cases when the General would hire extra help, my old partner would drag me in for assistance, but as of recent, him and I didn't know each other.", the coffee pot AI and Scotty were having an argument, [Bill the Coffee Pot]"Ooh, Mr.Handy, we will have SoOoo much fun we're gonna...", [Scotty]"My. Name. Is. Scotty!, you worthless excuse for a coffee pot!", Razuel looked over to the Coffee Pot, [Razuel]"Stop it you two. Scotty, I'm almost done, okay?"
((If you don't know, Scotty is Razuel's HandyMan AI which is inside the Coffee machine with Bill, the Mad Hatter Coffee Pot))
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The Hologram appeared again "Acolyte....
a pa person assisting the celebrant in a religious service or procession.
an assistant or follower."
The hologram said before turning off again the floating holo emitter leaving.
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Razuel stood at his workbench puzzled at the, now gone, hologram, "Any idea what that's about?"
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Draco paused. "Mm... no, but I have a feeling that it's... tied to a Disturbance in the Force I have been feeling the last half hour," he responded. "Did you detect anything unusual on your way in when you came here?"
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Razuel finished working on his MR. H4NDYM4N, he then took out Scotty from the Coffee Machine and put it back into the robot, "There you go Scotty, now you'll be able to withstand 3x as many beatings, and when you breakdown in combat, a beacon will alert authorities and myself.", Scotty thanked Razuel and rolled up into a ball and went into a small opening in the wall, into a single tunnel that goes around the ship.
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"C-connected? Like i'm a Sith? Or... I'm confused..." Cecilia asked, she was starting to realize her predicament. She obviously had a pretty strong connection to the force. But.... she wasn't even sure what the force was! How can that be possible? "I just don't understand..."
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"No, not a Sith," Xalek corrected Cecilia. "What I am saying is that your destiny is, perhaps, connected to us in some way. I admit, with all my training in the ways of the Force, even I do not understand it at times."
"It may be that at least part of your destiny lies with us," Vokun said. "But we can only show you the door - it is you that must walk through it."
(Kudos if you get the reference.)
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(I don't think she's played Kotor.)
Amie looked around her room her husband still sleeping next to her on the bed, She tried to slip out from under the covers.
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(I'm afraid I have not. But I have seen Star Wars. Then again, who hasn't?)
"Oh, I see what you mean." Cecilia said. "Then it looks like I'm going to learn how to use the Force. Oooh, this is exciting!"
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(That wasn't a KotOR reference. Or Star Wars. Care to try again?)
"So it would seem," Vokun said. "We need to find Faasnu, see what he makes of this."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You realize, I know when you're trying to slip out of the covers?" Drake asked, still looking asleep.
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"The last time I saw him was the restaurant district. I think he left because of business." Cecilia said.
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"So?" Amie asked getting out of bed. "I'm hungry and something doesn't feel right."
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"Very well," Vokun stated. "Stay close to me. Ashara, head back to the Military Enclave, see if you can find any reports on anything strange in the last few days. Xalek, get to General Indari and alert him of this disturbance in the Force." Xalek and Ashara both bowed to Vokun, then left. Vokun started walking for a taxi terminal, hoping Cecilia was following as he said, "Now that you and I are alone, I must tell you, you're lucky it was us that found you with your connection to the Force. The Jedi likely wouldn't train you with as old as you are at this point - no offense - and the Sith..." Vokun paused to subtly shudder. "... I can say from experience that training as a Sith is far more brutal. Both K'torr and I both trained at the Sith Academy on Korriban."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I know," Drake grunted as he sat up. "I've felt a disturbance in the Force, and I'm sure you've felt it, as well."
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"Yeah whatever you call it." Amie said forming a ball of Fire in her hand letting it burn out before continuing to the kitchen for breakfast.
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Cecilia nodded. "I'm glad I was found by you too. You guys are very nice. So is Faasnu." She said as she followed Vokun. "Why would my age be a factor in my training? Aren't there ways to lengthen my lifespan?"
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(never heard of Yoda's saying have you?)
"Tooo old tooo old for the training." Said Ambre as she walked up to the group "Cecilia, are you enjoying yourself?"
-Dragon'taan Docking bays.----
Rae waited near a docking bay for something.
-Dragon'taan orbit.----
An odd Z-95 headhunter dropped out of warp in orbit of Dragon'taan, rotating around to start a landing cycle.
"This is the Paw of the Fox Requesting clearance I have an invitation from a freind, transmitting now."
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"That's exactly it," Vokun said. "Very rarely does the Jedi Order accept adults for training... or anyone past a certain age."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Acknowledged, Paw of the Fox, you are cleared for priority landing," responded the AI handling orbital traffic.
*** Dragon'taan Docking Bays ***
A strange shimmer, like a phantom or ghost - or someone with a malfunctioning stealth unit - moved about the docking bays, taking great pains not to be seen. This shimmering figure headed through the docking bays, about ten yards from Rae.
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Rae sensed somebody coming near her , the thought patterns were not familar to her so she grasped her hand over the Psionic sword on her belt, crouching down lower to the ground.
----- Dragon'taan orbit-----
the PAw of the Fox began it's decent towards the planet front section of the starfighter starting to get hot as it entered the atmosphere. "Yeah yeah i know , Emmy you can always fix the attitude yourself if you think the ride is too bumpy!" Complained the pilot to someone as she held the stick steady.
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"Interesting..." Cecilia said, then she noticed Ambre. "Oh! Hello again! I'm doing fine. I'm about to see Faasnu to learn how to use the force. But you probably figured that out."
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*** Local Taxi terminal, Dragon'taan ***
Vokun paid for a ride to the Restaurant district, then looked to Cecilia. "Hop in - and hope Faasnu is still in the Restaurant District," he said.
*** Dragon'taan Docking Bays ***
The shimmering phantom spotted Rae and immediately bolted, vanishing around a corner.
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"Oh no you don't." Rae growled throwing somethign into the air it was in appearnce a small sphere, it began to chase the cloaked individual.
"Anybody want to hunt down some prey?" Rae asked over her comm systems, "Got someone who tried to sneak up on me, looked like he had a damaged stealth system.... I couldn't guess the design though it's definitely not DMC originated."
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The shimmering figure moved about dark alleys and alcoves, trying to evade his enemy. He had to get back...
*** Outpost Hood ***
The UAC and Romulan battle fleets dropped out of FTL speed at Outpost Hood.
"... still don't understand - how did the Kazon gain access to Transwarp technology?" Lian asked over a radio line.
"I suspect they stole it or captured it, as unlikely as that is; if they had developed it themselves, the signature certainly wouldn't be Borg," Markus speculated.
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"Question is how much have they stolen" Krystal asked. "We may have just seen the tip of the Ice burg."
____Dragon'taan____-
The orb continued to chase the partially invsible person seeming to not even be stopped by alley ways or alcoves, meanwhile a squad of Wolf Arc Clones were converging on the idividuals position using the Orb as a tracking device as Rae was busy waiting for someone important
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"Even so," Markus responded, "That raises a bigger question: How did the Kazon capture Borg Technology?"
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"Along with That how does the Borg not know?" Krystal asked "You'd think their hive mind would notice something's missing it's not like them to forget something." Krystal added.
Hmm." Fyra muttered looking over the data.
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Cecilia go inside of the taxi. "If he's not there he's probably at Draco's place. He's the ruler right?"
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*** Outpost Hood ***
"Another question to add to our already growing supply," Markus stated. "And if the Borg are aware, how are the Kazon able to hold them off?"
"We have to assume they have help - you saw the Cardassian and Breen ships with them," Voro suggested. "It may be they have help from elsewhere, too."
"What do you have?" Terra asked Fyra.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"There's two people I know as Draco - one is a fellow General on Indari's Command Staff, a Jedi Sentinel; the other is General Indari's father, the Dragon. Neither of them rules Dragon'taan - most people look to General Kyle, but he's really just the head of the Marauder Corps. The Dragon'taan Coalition is ruled by another man. But you are right to assume Mathayus may be at Indari Manor - he lives there with General Kyle and his family," Vokun explained. "Come to think of it, Lord-Admiral Tokarev and his new wife, Krystal, stay there, too, from time to time. But I don't blame them - Markus' sister is married to Mathayus, which makes Markus and Krystal family to the Indari family. Seems that family keeps getting bigger."
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"In sure does. The Draco i'm talking about is the big dragon. And I had forgotten the name of his house. Indari manor, I hear it's very fancy. I can't wait to see the inside."
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Razuel turned around to his guest, "I did have a feeling earlier, but that could've just been my AI acting up, or something, and saying that, I'm unsure."
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"Nothing Commander, just looking over the Data you have retrieved on the conduit and other things." Fyra replied still looking over all the data trying to find something..
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*** Outpost Hood ***
"What are you looking for?" Terra asked Fyra, "Maybe I can help you find it."
*** Dragon'taan Docking Bays ***
"Odd..." Draco commented. "Well, if you see or hear anything strange, alert me or one of the DMC officers planetside."
If Razuel was paying attention to his ship's readouts, he'd notice a faint signal on his motion sensors. Visual scans would pick up nothing but a shimmering, distorted figure, but motion scans would pick the apparition up heading toward the ship.
*** Dragon'taan Taxi, in transit ***
"It is fancy," Vokun assured Cecilia. "I've been inside a few times. But if you do get inside, bear in mind it's very rare for visitors to Dragon'taan to get to see the grounds of Indari Manor." The taxi landed at the gates of Indari Manor, where Vokun stepped out of the cab. The manor was off in the distance, a massive mansion looking over Dragon'taan's capital. Vokun rang the comm console as he waited for Cecilia.
*** Cardassia Prime ***
A Scimitar-class Reman Warbird dropped out of warp speed over Cardassia Prime. On the bridge, a single, bulky Worgen male sat in the Captain's chair. Ketorr couldn't claim he was comfortable working with the Romulan Republic, but his god-daughter - Lian - vouched for them, and that was enough for him. So, here he was, in a Reman Warbird over Cardassia Prime, playing the Romulan Republic Ambassador.
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"I dunno, Terra, just anything odd, irregular." Fyra replied.
---Cardassia Prime, Reman Warbird, Docking bay. Wolf's claw----
"The ships not that big, he says. You'll find your way around he says. I tried to follow him for one minute and got lost, tripped on a mouse droid,turned around and came back in here." Kia grumbled as she talk to her Dranei, adopted daughter Aylina, via a comm system.
"Sorry your not having fun, mom but you know the festival is a week long thing back here on Dragon'taan." The hologram face of a Draenei said.
"I dunno if I'll be back in time." She muttered "I'll talk to you later though."
"Seeya."
Kia stopped the transmission and sighed, leaning herself over the table in front of her, the Wolf muttered something intelligible, looking around her modified YT-1300 front passenger compartment. "Maybe I'll just lay down."
Dragon'taan east docking bays----
"Wonder what all that was about." Rae muttered still waiting on something.
The ARC clones where getting closer to the mysterious 'phantom' arming their weapons "STOP!" one of them yelled thinking they had spotted the idividual.
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*** Dragon'taan Docking Bays ***
The shimmering figure scrambled to get on top of Raz's ship, but his cloaking device momentarily sparked, revealing a partial form - something thin, scrawny, and vaguely avian.
Draco heard the sudden clanging of something and asked, "Tell me you heard that...?"
*** Cardassia Prime ***
"Orlen, where is my wife?" Ketorr asked his AI.
"She went back to her ship," the AI responded. "Got a little frustrated when she tripped on a Mouse Droid."
Ketorr frowned. "Thought I got rid of all those," he mused. "Well, can you light a path for her--no, wait, better yet, get me a direct line to her ship."
"Channel open, sir," Orlen stated.
"Kia, honey, is the Wolf's Claw ready for takeoff? We don't want to keep the Cardassian Government waiting," Ketorr said. "Cardassians aren't the most patient people."
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Cecilia shuffled out of the taxi and walked slowly to Vokun. She admired the size of the mansion and for a second couldn't even believe it. She came to Dragon'taan for just some fuel, that was it. But now her whole life was changing. "Wow, it's so big." She exclaimed.
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"Well aside from my butt still hurting yes, the ships ready." Kia replied over the comms playing a game of checkers with an AI on the table.
Dragon'taan.
"I SAID STOP!!" the ARC clone yelled again converging on Raz's ship. "Great not this again." one of the clones grumbled. "That looks like a..." one of the clones started stopping mid sentance to think.
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Vokun chuckled. "That it is - but it's understandable, considering it houses such a large family, two dragons among them. Now, remember - you are about to step onto the grounds of Indari Manor. Be respectful, and mind your manners."
Drake stood up from bed, waking from his nap, when he felt a disturbance in the Force - different than the one he felt earlier. "I think we have a visitor," he commented.
*** Dragon'taan Docking Bays ***
A Snow Leopard dressed in Mandalorian armor arrived on the scene. "What do we have, Private?" she asked, holding her EE5 Rifle in her arms.
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"I'll be sure to do so Vokun. I think I've met most of them already." Cecilia said, I've stumbled across Indari, and Draco. Even Faasnu himself as you know. I think I'll be okay."
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Razuel walked over to a console and pressed a button, causing a series of whirring sounds, "Yeah, I did hear it, and frankly, I don't like it when they touch my ship."
==Docking bays, Razuel's ship exterior==
Large metal arms came out of the ship's exterior, and began encasing the creature in a quick-acting foam that made the creature phase through Raz's ship into a tube that then the foam turned liquid and went into a vent.
==Razuel's ship-interior==
Razuel walked up to the tube and taped on it, "Hey! Why are you jumping on my ship... er, the police are outside aren't they, Scotty?", Scotty was heard over the intercom, "Uh, yes, sir. Well some form of authority... Should I let them it, sir?", [Razuel]" That all depends on our new guest, and if they can get through my hatch..."
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Docking bays Raz ship----
A green vixen approached the ship after seeing what the ship did to the cloaked Kig-Yar. she knocked on the door to the ship. "Hello?" She asked, stepping back, from the ramp "Oh hello Anne."
"We're not exactly sure Agent Rae detected a cloaked figure and tracked it down with a drone, Agent Luka thinks it's a Kig-Yar." The ARC clone Private replied.
_--INDARI MANOR--_
"Yeah I sense that too wheres your father?" Amie asked.
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"Actually, that's not most of them - there's still Anna, Kyle's wife; Drake, their son; Drake's Wife, Amie; and Drake's little sister, Kira; there's also Kyle's mother, Sheila, Mathayus' wife, Maria, and rumor has it Krystal's friend Kia stays here with her adopted daughter, Aylina, and Kia's husband and god-daughter, Ketorr and Lian... though at last report, Lian, Ketorr, and Kia were headed for Cardassia Prime," Vokun explained.
Mathayus' voice came over the comm. "Vokun... I see you have met miss Cecilia. Come up to the Manor, I would speak with you both - you bear the look of people with something serious to discuss." The comm switched off, and the gates opened.
"Looks like it's your lucky day, Cecilia," Vokun said, taking off his helmet, revealing a caucasian human with red hair - both on his head and in an Asian-styled mustache and goatee on his face. "Just follow my lead." He then headed up the path toward Indari Manor.
*** Dragon'taan Docking Bays ***
"Kig-yar?" Anne asked. "Are you sure?"
*** Reman Warbird Torrent of Fury, Cardassia Prime orbit ***
"Very well," Ketorr said, "I will be along shortly. Have you heard from Lian at all? She's not in orbit."
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==Razuel's ship-Exterior-Entrance Hatch==
Scotty rolled out of a circular hole beside the entrance and unfolded out to his normal form, "Hello, Officers, you need not worry, Sir is just dealing with the problem at the moment, so if you just wait patiently, your criminal will be out momentarily, however if you are anxious, I can grant access to ONE officer.", Scotty then held out a small pad with the picture of a DNA symbol on it, "One piece will grant access to the Captain's current location within the ship."
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The shimmering figure leapt in surprise, and the whine of an old Covenant Plasma rifle echoed out as the Kig-Yar scout fired on the robot that startled him.
*** Indari Manor ***
"Dad's out somewhere in the city, overseeing the preparations for tomorrow's festival," Drake answered, "Why?"
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Cardassia Prime----
"No , haven't heard a peep from the Pandarian since she left to see what was up in UNSC Space said something about a Borg Transwarp Conduit.
_Dragon'taan Docking bays---
"I think so the creature looked oddly Avian and considering what he looked like i'd think that's the only alien that fit Rae's Description.
Elsewhere at the docking bays.
A fox shaped female figure finnally landed her Z-95 starfighter in the docking bays, and climbed out of her ship, body covered by a space suit no one could see what she actually looked like.
_Raz' Ship_
"Definitely Covenant." The green and white Vixen said in response recognizing the sound of the plasma rifle thanks to her training.
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*** Reman Warbird Torrent of Fury, Cardassia Prime orbit ***
"A Borg Transwarp Conduit?" Ketorr asked, surprised and afraid. "As if the problems with the True Way weren't enough... now we're looking at--"
It was then that the Romulan Warbird Devoras dropped out of Warp. "Sorry I'm late," Lian said over a coded channel. "You're not gonna believe what happened. I'll be on the Wolf's Claw momentarily. Stand by."
Ketorr breathed a sigh of relief as he headed for the shuttle bay. "At least she's alright..." he sighed.
Lian beamed aboard the Wolf's Claw, then looked at Kia. "Where's dad?" she asked.
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Kia shrugged "tripping over Mouse-droids, i dunno, why should I know he was on the bridge." Kia replied.
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Cecilia followed Vokun into the courtyard of the mansion. "It's going to be nice to meet all of them. I hope I'll be able to stay a bit."
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"Well, I'm out of here, knock again when it's safe again.", Scotty then curled up and rolled back into the ship.
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By the moment the Kig-Yar fired on Scotty, Anne had climbed up on Raz's ship. She leapt up, bringing her EE5 to bear and firing, catching the Kig-Yar in the head. The alien fully de-cloaked, dropped off, and fell to the deck behind the ship. Anne leapt down, examining the body. "He's renewed Covenant, alright," she said. "Private, alert General Indari!
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
Vokun approached the door, which opened before he could knock to reveal a pink-scaled Dragonarian lady with amber eyes. She leapt slightly in surprise, then said, "Oh! General Suleyk! You startled me. And..." she paused to look at Cecilia. She frowned slightly, then wordlessly ushered them both in. Vokun stepped inside, then waited for Cecilia as he looked around for Mathayus.
*** Torrent of Fury, Cardassia Prime orbit ***
Ketorr entered the Wolf's Claw moments later. "Glad you made it safe and sound, Lian," he said, hugging the young Pandaren. "I was worried when your mother told me you went off investigating a Transwarp Conduit."
"That's what I wanted to tell you," Lian said, gathering her thoughts.
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"Let's not keep our Cardassian friends later we can talk during the trip." Kia noted, heading to the cockpit.
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Cecilia stepped in and waved at the pink dragon. "Hi there, my name is Cecilia. We're here to see Faasnu. And I guess you've met Vokun." She said.
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The clone saluted and Ran off.
"Why would they be here we gave them a good butt kicking last time we faced them along with destroying all that blasted Jiralhanae equipment." Luka commented.
---elsewhere at the docking bays
"Hello Roxi , sorry Amber is busy she asked me to meet you here and take you to her,." Rae said to the newcomer.
"Right let's get going the vixen in a spacesuit replied.
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"Yeah, he is," the pink anthro-dragoness woman responded. "Mathayus! Some people here for you!" She looked back at Cecilia. "Name's Anna, by the way - Anna Indari."
A much younger pink Dragoness wandered into the room, dressed in simple attire and holding a stuffed dragon in her arms. This child was a spitting image of Anna herself, but with the same sapphire-blue dragon eyes Kyle had. "Mommy, I can't sleep. Shark keeps waking me up," she said.
"Oh, Shark's waking you up, is he?" Anna chuckled. She walked over and hefted the child up in her arms. "Oh, goodness, you're getting heavy!" she chuckled. "Cecilia, this is my daughter, Kira. Say hi, Kira."
"Hi, Cecilia," Kira said with a simple wave.
*** Torrent of Fury, Cardassia Prime orbit ***
Ketorr followed Kia, strapping in to one of the seats. Lian followed. "Again, you are not gonna believe what happened at that Transwarp Conduit."
"Seriously-defective Borg ships, given you showed up without even a scratch?" Ketorr asked.
"No, that's just it - there were no Borg at all," Lian said. "It was weird."
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Cecilia waved, "well hi there Kira! You are very pretty."
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"I think we should let Markus and his wife Krystal deal with that honey, we have other matters to attend to." Kia noted as she powered up the 'Wolf's claw'sengines it powered up then powered down "Ehehe... little joke there, Kia giggled slamming her fist on the control panel, starting the ship up for real. (cookie to anyone who gets that reference.) "I'll have to ask Tigress to remove that joke start up later."Kia noted as she flew the freighter out of the docking bay of the Warbird
_Indari manor__
"Aww , do you want me to tell Shark to stop bugging you, Kira?" Amie asked as she walked up behind Anna. "Sorry Mom."
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"But it's important, mom!" Lian protested. "True Way ships were among those that came from that transwarp conduit!" Ketorr's eyes went slightly wide in concern.
"You're certain?" he asked.
"If I wasn't, I wouldn't have mentioned it, dad, you know that," Lian responded.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
A young Cerinian Fox with those same sapphire-blue eyes appeared, a spitting image of Kyle, but much younger, and absent of the facial scars. He looked dead at Cecilia, his expression that of concern. "You..." he said to Cecilia. "... you are tied to the Disturbance in the Force. I can feel it."
"We all are well aware of that, sir," Vokun stated with a salute. "Where is Lord Faasnu?"
"He's in his chambers - you know where that is," the young fox said. He wandered toward the kitchen as Anna frowned in concern.
"It's not like Drake to greet newcomers so... coldly," Anna commented.
"He seems rather disturbed at this disturbance we all felt," Vokun commented. "Even Cecilia felt it."
Anna's head whipped around with an amazed, yet concerned expression on her face. "You felt it, too?" she asked, as though to ascertain that she heard what she thought she heard.
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Amie turned to Drake "are you sure?" She asked then turned back to Kira, hopeing she could help the young Dragon.
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==Inside Razuel's Ship==
Scotty rolled back into Razuel's workshop and put himself into a repair console, Razuel sighed and looked back at the creature in the tube, "I don't take too kindly to those who hurt my robot.", Razuel then slammed on a button, gassing the tube, and dumping it outside the hatch.
==Outside Hatch==
" I don't know what you want with this creature, but take it, I'm done with it!", the intercom then shut off and the hatch opened up again and it swung down and landed on the creature's arm, crushing it.
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"Eww that's gotta hurt." Luka cringed, approaching the Kig-yar and attempting to take it's shield arm bracer. "Tigress has been wanting to study these."
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Cecilia nodded, "Yeah, I can still kind of feel it. But... that fox said it was because of me... is that true? Am I disturbing the force?"
-
__ INdari manor___
"I don't think it's you exactly ,but something about you." Amie noted.
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A small robot, about the size of a coffee pot, came hovering out of the ship, followed by the heavy stomps from Razuel, "Bill! Get back here, now!", [Bill the Coffee pot]"No, captain, I won't. besides, there are people here, and I'm suuuuurrree~", Razuel then shot a controlled emp from a blaster at Bill, causing him to shut down and reboot. Razuel picked up Bill and threw him into a hole on the ship that then shot Bill back into the ship's storage closet, Razuel then looked down at the Kig-yar, " Wretched thing's name is Zim, according to it's memory, weird enough."
-
(Ambre, I'll let you have the clone find Kyle.)
"Yeah, he's already dead, pal," Anne said irritatedly. "I made sure of that."
"Easy, Colonel," Draco said, stepping off the ship. The Mandalorian leopard snapped to attention immediately.
"General Bellator, sir!" She exclaimed with a sharp salute.
"As you were," Draco said, looking down at the Kig-Yar's corpse.
"Covenant... I was afraid of this," he stated.
"He's a scout, sir - don't know why he's here or why he came here," Anne explained. "Best guess, he was doing some recon for something big, someone spotted him, so he ran here intent on hijacking the ship, but didn't figure on it being occupied."
*** Indari Manor ***
"It's not you that's disturbing the Force," Vokun started.
"But you are tied to it in some way," Drake said before Vokun could finish. "Meaning you will have something to do with it - a choice, an incident, something. The Force is usually very vague when it comes to these things."
*** Docking Bay ***
"I'm going to pretend to know--" Anne grumbled, but stopped on remembering Draco was present.
"Can you get anything more specific? Like what he was doing here?" Draco asked Razuel.
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Luke Tried her best to see what she could find on the Kig-yar "Standard equipment aside from the cloaking device." Luka muttered, still searching the kig-yar "Hmm what is this?" she asked pulling something off of the avian like creature, some sort of commnication device. "Hmm, well looks like he was defintly scoping out something." Luka replied showing Draco the Device. "it's a camera with a communicator of some kind."
----Indari Manor---
"Would It help if I slept with you Kira?" Amie asked, still trying to get the little dragon's attention
-Draco city residential district___
Rae ,by now had brought the space suit coverered Vixen To Amber's House. "Here it is I have some work to do so you two get along now." Rae said before taking off.
_Cardassia Prime_
"I'm sure we'll find out more later." Kia said as the ship began it's decent through the Cardassian atmosphere.
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Razuel put his hand onto a small panel and a small data card popped out, "This is a copy of what I got from the neural scans.", Razuel held out the card to Draco.
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*** Dragon'taan Landing Bays ***
Draco accepted the data card and looked it over. "Thank you," he said. "My advice - keep your eyes open. If you see anything odd, and I mean anything..." he handed Razuel a commlink. "... get ahold of me right away. Something isn't right, here."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Mommy, can Amie sleep with me?" Kira asked Anna.
"Well, that's really up to Amie, isn't it?" Anna responded.
*** Cardassia Prime ***
"Indeed," Ketorr responded. "I'm wondering now if our Cardassian friends know anything we don't."
"Well, when Gul Kentar requested this meeting he seemed a bit... unsettled," Lian said. "It is entirely possible that he does."
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Cecilia gave a sincere look at Drake. "Whatever it is I'm sure that my role in it is for the good of everyone. I would never hurt anyone. Even if I learned how to use the force." She said.
(I'm going to bed now. Good night, it looks like we made lots of progress today. ^_^)
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Speaking of that Ketorr, where am I suppose to land, or who do I contact to land?" Kia asked
----Indari Manor------
"I'm fine with it if you are mom, I'm sure Drake won't mind." Amie replied.
----Amber's home.-----
"Bout' time you got here, Emmy being a pain again?" Amber asked her friend.
"Yeah that and the old fighter is getting harder to pilot." Roxi replied finnaly taking her helmet off revealing an odd teal fox face with a darker teal hair that was let down to her shoulders. "Feels good to be on solid ground again.
"I can imagine, I know who can help you with your ship and maybe get you a new one." Amber added.
"Who might that be?" Roxi asked.
"I'll let you know when you've rested a little." Ambre replied
"Fair enough." Roxi finished sitting down on a chair.
_--Govermant Enclave Dragon'taan---
GENERAL INDARI!?" Shouted a wolf clone ARC Trooper as he ran into the complex.
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*** Cardassia Prime ***
"The computers will guide you to the LZ right about..." Ketorr paused for a moment. "... now." As though on cue, the Cardassian Air Traffic Control computers would take over, and begin flying the Wolf's Claw to it's designated LZ.
*** Indari Manor ***
"Can't imagine why I wouldn't be fine with it - Kira's my sister," Drake responded.
*** Government Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle turned to face the ARC wolf that suddenly appeared. "Easy, son, calm down. Is everything alright?" he asked.
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The wolf clone took a couple seconds to catch his breath. "Colonel, Anne sent me ,Sir we spotted a Kig-yar skulking around the Docking bays, standard equipment plus a cloaking device, Agent Rae spotted him."
_Indari manor----
"In case you had 'plans', Honey." Amie replied, turning back to Kia. "Alright Kira I'll go to bed with you and keep Shark quiet if you want me to."
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Razuel took the commlink, "Thanks, will do.", Then from inside the ship an explosion was heard, and out of the R&D door some gas was seeping out, then a quarantine door from within the ship shot down behind Draco and Razuel, then over an Intercom, Scotty said that Bill being shot into the Storage closet caused some chemicals to fall and create a harsh set of chemicals to form a gas that is harmful to any living being, and eats through any organic Material, "Then save the fridge, and block off any room not affected yet!", Razuel then turned off the intercom and just sat down on a crate with his head buried in his hands, "Goddammit, now I have no where to sleep, my wallet is in my quarters, luckily I have my weapons... goddammit..."
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Razuel took the commlink, "Thanks, will do.", Then from inside the ship an explosion was heard, and out of the R&D door some gas was seeping out, then a quarantine door from within the ship shot down behind Draco and Razuel, then over an Intercom, Scotty said that Bill being shot into the Storage closet caused some chemicals to fall and create a harsh set of chemicals to form a gas that is harmful to any living being, and eats through any organic Material, "Then save the fridge, and block off any room not affected yet.", Razuel then turned off the intercom and just sat down on a crate with his head buried in his hands, "Goddammit, now I have no where to sleep, my wallet is in my quarters, luckily I have my weapons... goddammit..."
"Umm if you don't mind, I can offer my place I have a guest room." Luka offered.
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*** Indari Manor ***
"Yes, please," Kira responded. Anna put her down, and Kira walked over to take Amie's hand.
"She's a sweet little girl," Anna said to Cecilia. "Kyle and I are very proud of her. So peaceful, so happy."
*** Gov't Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
"A cloaked Kig-Yar in the docking bays?" Kyle asked. "That doesn't make any sense. What was he doing there? And what was he doing with a cloaking device?"
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Razuel looked up at Luka, "Are you sure? It won't take 'till a couple of days to fully expel the gas from my ship."
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Amie was about to ask "Which one?" but instead let Kira grab her hand and turned to the young dragon to say "Go head dear lead the way."
--Docking bays__--
"Yeah it's fine, not like I use the guest room anyway."
----Cardassia Prime-----
"I really prefer flying myself" Kia grumbled crossing her arms in disappointment.
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(Think We're getting close to the daily post limit here. Need to slow down.)
*** Indari Manor ***
Kira lead the way to her room as Anna watched her and Amie walk away. "Sometimes, it makes me sad for Drake. He didn't get to have a childhood," Anna said with a hint of melancholy.
*** Cardassia Prime ***
"Yeah, I tried to explain that, but the Cardassians wouldn't have it," Ketorr said. "They can be very stubborn." The Wolf's Claw would shudder as it landed. "Showtime," Ketorr sighed as he rose from his seat.
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Razuel stood up, "Thank you so much... uhh... sorry if you mind me asking, but what's your name?"
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"Luka, Luka Keeljoy." The green Vixen replied.
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Razuel extended a hand, "I'm Razuel Dracon, Freelance Mercenary."
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The green Vixen shook Raz's hands , so do you want to see the place now?" she asked "I think I'm off duty in 30 minutes."
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Razuel shook his head, "Nah, it's fine, I'll wait till you're off duty."
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"I can get you a guide." Luka noted.
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Razuel shook his head again, "Nah it's fine, really, I can wait."
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"Well, best of luck," Draco said. He started to walk away, but stopped and added, "Oh, I almost forgot, if you see Lord Scourge - big, bulky, red-skinned, bald Sith Pureblood, could you send him my way, please? I'll be back at my house."
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Cecilia had been taking it all in. The family seemed like a loving one, and that was just perfect. "Kira is a very nice girl. And all of you have been so nice. I'm very glad I came."
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"Cecilia?" Vokun said, halfway up the stairs, "Were you not going to see Lord Faasnu?"
"Yeah, it's not a good idea to keep Mathayus waiting. He may not be Sith anymore, but he still isn't the most patient man I've known," Anna added.
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"Oh! Of course I am!" Cecilia giggled and followed Vokun. "I didn't see you up there!"
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Vokun led Cecilia along the upper level of Indari Manor, coming to a room marked with a hexagonal symbol that vaguely resembled the logo of the Galactic Empire. "Now, remember, Cecilia - mind your manners, especially if we come in contact with Darth Faasnu's master, Ahkrinviingah." He made ready to open the door.
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Meanwhile elsewhere in the Mansion , Amie was trying to get to sleep with Kira, she didn't mind though, it was something she actually enjoyed doing, spending time with her little sister in law.
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"Okay, I'll be respectful." Cecilia said and waited for the door to open.
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*** Indari Manor, Kira's Room ***
Little Kira fell asleep quickly, her stuffed dragon held closely in her arms.
*** Indari Manor, Faasnu's Chambers ***
Vokun opened the door, headed inside, and made his way to Faasnu's meditation chambers. There, Mathayus sat cross-legged in deep meditation, but still aware of his surroundings as he spoke, "Master Suleyk, Cecilia. I have been expecting you."
"Master Faasnu," Vokun greeted with a bow, motioning for Cecilia to do the same.
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Cecilia bowed as well, but she was curious. "It's nice to see you again Faasnu. Do you know why we're here?" She asked.
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"Indeed I do," Mathayus responded. "And it is good to see you again, as well. Regardless..." He rose from his meditation and turned to face Vokun and Cecilia. "You have come before me because - as both my master and I have felt - you have a connection to the Force. I felt it, but it was my master that instructed me to let you go. He felt that your destiny lay with others."
"And found one of them, you have, Cecilia," boomed a voice within the chamber, one with a deep, dragon-esque tone. The room around them seemed to go completely black, and behind Mathayus appeared a Wyvern Dragon, as large as Draco, but with white scales and far older. Both Mathayus and Vokun went down to one knee and bowed their heads. The white-scaled Wyvern regarded Cecilia with eyes that seemed to glow white. "Do not let my appearance... unnerve you, Cecilia," he said.
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Cecilia kept a straight face as the dragon entered. She bowed to her knee, looking the dragon in eyes. "Your appearance doesn't matter to me. It's all about what's on the inside. You must be Faasnu's master. Hello there." She said.
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"Mm... yes. I am Ahkrinviingah, the immortal ancient of Cerinia. Faasnu is my... agent, in this troubled galaxy. But, unslaad krosis, I digress. I imagine you have many questions... and an ancient as I can provide many answers," the dragon spoke.
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Cecilia pondered the dragon's words. "Well... Ahkrin...viingah. we we're wondering if you can teach me how to use the force. I know I'm probably too old, and I have no real experience. But I still want to try."
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"Too old?" Ahkrinviingah chuckled. "That only factors in if it is the Jedi that are training you. Here on Dragon'taan, age has no bearing on one's ability to use the Force. However, I sense I am not the one meant to be your teacher. If anything, General Suleyk, here, I sense is meant for such a purpose. However, there is... something about your path that... seems fast coming. Something that will erase your doubts. A choice."
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"A choice huh? Do you know what that could be?" Cecilia asked. "How much can you tell about me by just 'sensing'?"
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__Cardassia Prime----
The Wolf's Claw, finnally landed, Kia still having her arms crossed in disappointment.
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*** Indari Manor, Faasnu's Meditation Chamber ***
"What the choice is, I cannot say. Some explanations mean nothing unless the one asking the questions comes to the answer on their own," Ahkrinviingah responded. "All I can tell you is you will have to decide the fate of another, and your choice will have lasting ramifications."
*** Cardassia Prime ***
Ketorr walked out of the Wolf's Claw with Lian in tow. Before them stood a pair of Cardassian guards and a higher-ranking officer. "Welcome, Commander Ketorr. Gul Kentar has been expecting you." He looked to Lian and added, "And Lian Reznov, I presume?"
"You presume correctly," Lian affirmed.
The Cardassian's eyes then went from Lian to Kia, where he stared, then asked, "And who might you be?"
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"Kia Reznov, Lian's mother, and the pilot. Kia responded, "forgive my posture I'm disappointed I didn't get to land my own ship. She added looking at the guards and the other Cardassian. "Quiet interesting ridges your kind has." She added as a compliment.
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"Thank you," the Cardassian officer responded to the compliment. "In any case, Gul Kentar is waiting. This way." The three Cardassians turned to escort Ketorr, Kia, and Lian to the meeting room. There, an older Cardassian was talking with Gul Kentar.
"... You're certain on this?" Kentar asked the older Cardassian. "You know I can't afford mistakes, Vystan. Not against the True Way."
"And you know that if I wasn't certain, I wouldn't have mentioned it," the older Cardassian responded
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"Decide the fate of another... sounds important. I hope that whoever it is, if I can save them, then I can save him. I'm not a killer. I work for the good of everyone."
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"Well, best of luck," Draco said. He started to walk away, but stopped and added, "Oh, I almost forgot, if you see Lord Scourge - big, bulky, red-skinned, bald Sith Pureblood, could you send him my way, please? I'll be back at my house."
"Yeah, sure, I'll send him your way!", Razuel yelled, as Draco walked away.
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((I'll take a whack at it Razzy :3))
Above Razuel's head many space ships flew about. One in particular, extremely close by seemed to drop something. As the object came into view it was a tin bucket. The bucket slammed right by Razuel's feet. Just a few more feet and it would've bonked him on the head.
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Razuel looked at the bucket then looked up and an assortment of farming tools started to fall down at Razuel, to then he yelled into the intercom for the ship's sheilds to be active, meanwhile one of the tools that fell impaled Razuel's foot, he then pryed it out and patched it up quickly, "Ow, that really hurt! What is with these ships always dropping things, jeez..."
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"That's odd." Luka noted seeming to appear from nowhere, looking at the bucket. "I seem to be 'leaking' Rae's habit of sneaking up on people cloaked." She giggled "Anyway there you are , I'm off duty would you like to see my place now?" She asked.
(I'd just like to note that Romulan_Furry may not be posting tonight, a storm rolled in and he has Satellite internet so yeah, will try to keep you updated to when he comes back online.)
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Razuel nodded, "Sure, Luka."
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"Alright , would you prefer to walk or fly?" Luka asked.
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"Hmm, lets fly!"
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"That you do," Ahkrinviingah agreed. "You should know that not all Force-Users take the path of conflict, as Faasnu and his little brother had. Take Vokun, for example. He studies the mysteries of the Force, and uses the Force to develop not just military innovations, but devices that enhance health, heal grievous injuries, and technologies that can potentially prolong life... indefinitely."
"He speaks the truth," Vokun said. "I leave the military innovations to the Tiger you met already - Tigress. Working with Lord-Admiral Tokarev, I have been working on technological fusions of machines and the Force to help others. The Jedi would despise such a practice, and the Sith would only be dimly aware of it's true potential. To quote Darth Sidious on such matters, 'The dark side of the Force is a pathway to many abilities some consider to be unnatural.'"
"While the Dark Side is dangerous, you will learn it can be tempered to aid others," Faasnu continued. "I know this well. It is how I have stayed alive even after suffering fatal injuries."
"That it is," Ahkrinviingah concluded. "Decide you must, how best to use your affinity with the Force. But be wary, for I fear there will be blood and death before your time here is concluded."
In a flash, the darkness vanished, and the group was back in Faasnu's meditation chamber. Vokun rose, then turned to face Cecilia. "So... what do you make of all this?" he asked her.
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"Hmm, lets fly!"
"Those wings of your work?" Luka asked.
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Razuel unfolded his wings and flapped them once, causing a strong brief gust of wind, "I'd say so, why do you need me to fly us over?"
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Cecilia met Vokun's gaze and responded. "Well, it looks like I'm going to learn how to use the Force." Cecilia said. "And I guess I'm going to be using it for some pretty important things in the future. As if it's destiny that I learn it."
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Razuel unfolded his wings and flapped them once, causing a strong brief gust of wind, "I'd say so, why do you need me to fly us over?"
If you can fly about 3 miles northeast, to the residential District i can show you where I live from there," Luka replied
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"Alrighty then.", Razuel then blasted into the air and swooped down and picked up Luka, and followed her directions to her home, then landed and awaited further instructions.
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(short take off an landing?) "umm it's right here." Luka said pointing to the house next door to the one they landed by.
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"Alright." ,Razuel then would follow Luka to the door.
((Sorry 'bout that))
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(it's okay XD)
Luka opned her door to the house it was a pretty spacious house. "The guest room is in the basement." She informed 'Raz' "Make yourself at home I don't care it's kinda nice to have company for once when I'm off duty.
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Razuel thanked Luka once more, then went downstairs to get accommodated, the went back up to Luka, "It's nice down there, reminds me of when I was a little draggling, my how the years past"
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"I try to make the place like my home a big jungle planet where somehow despite technology we lived with nature." Luka explained. "At least until 'they' came.
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"They? I'm sorry, I'm not actually from here."
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"Neither am I, actually." Luka noted "Actually a lot of us are not originally from this planet." luka began to explain "long story short there's a long history behind this planet and how Draco city came to be." She explained "I came from a world known as Terria." She added.
"Thank you," the Cardassian officer responded to the compliment. "In any case, Gul Kentar is waiting. This way." The three Cardassians turned to escort Ketorr, Kia, and Lian to the meeting room. There, an older Cardassian was talking with Gul Kentar.
"... You're certain on this?" Kentar asked the older Cardassian. "You know I can't afford mistakes, Vystan. Not against the True Way."
"And you know that if I wasn't certain, I wouldn't have mentioned it," the older Cardassian responded
"I wonder what their talking about." Kia asked Ketorr quietly as to not disturb the Two Cardassians she saw.
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"Mm... then it is as we feared. The True Way never really was destroyed - they merely disappeared," Kentar sighed. He looked over and saw Ketorr, Kia and Lian standing there. "Ketorr... I assume this is your family," he said.
"Minus the second daughter, Aylina, who is with friends and relatives on Dragon'taan," Ketorr affirmed. "We're not interrupting anything, are we?"
"No, but I wish I had good news," Kentar said as he sat down.
"I assume you refer to how the True Way has allied with the Kazon-Nistrim and elements of the Breen and now have possession of a Borg Transwarp Hub?" Lian surmised.
Ketorr went wide-eyed. "They did what?"
"How did you come across this information?" Kentar asked.
"I was with Lord-Admiral Tokarev when he and his fleet and allies thwarted a True Way joint attack in UNSC Space with the Kazon and the Breen," Lian responded. "What we don't know is how they got their hands on a Transwarp hub and how the Collective remains unaware... or if they are, how they manage to fight them off."
"I wish we knew," Kentar admitted. "We know little more beyond what you have already said."
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"However, we do know that somehow General Krystal Indari, has somehow been able to temporarily disable the conduit so unless they 'push' hard their likely to not be able to use it again." Kia noted "I'm in a close nit with her and her Cerinian operatives it pays to be informed sometimes." Kia added."Doesn't mean they can't get through, we still don't know if the Borg know about their 'missing' Conduit though." The she-wolf finished.
----Outpost hood-----
So Serena any attempts to use the conduit yet?"A blue vixen asked as she sat down in a chair.
"Not yet, but bet on them trying to get it back they seemed to be pretty anxious to get out of it."Serena the AI replied.
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"Neither am I, actually." Luka noted "Actually a lot of us are not originally from this planet." luka began to explain "long story short there's a long history behind this planet and how Draco city came to be." She explained "I came from a world known as Terria." She added.
"Well, if you have any problems with 'them', I'm sure that I can help.", Razuel handed Luka a business card.
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"'They' are an intergalatic race of parasites they pollute worlds with their darkness, strip it of it's resources and leave it bear not caring for any of the inhabitants. Luka sighed "I'm the only survivor of my kind."
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"So it would seem," Vokun told Cecilia.
"In the meantime, I will scry the Force and try and find the source of this disturbance you are tied to," Mathayus said. Vokun bowed once more, and left.
"It is a rare honor, to see Faasnu's master," Vokun told Cecilia. "Few ever have. And rarer still are those that Ahkrinviingah speaks directly to."
*** Cardassia Prime ***
"Considering it's a Borg Transwarp Hub, I wouldn't be surprised to learn of incursions launched in other places in the galaxy," Kentar said. "Has Lord-Admiral Tokarev or General Krystal learned anything new about this?"
"I imagine if they did, they'd be trying to contact us right now," Lian responded.
Kentar looked to Kia. "Can you or your husband contact the Lord-Admiral?" he asked her.
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Kia looked to Ketorr as if asking if she should, "The two may be busy ,but let me see if I can get in contact with them." Kia said trying to contact either of the newly wed couple.
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"'They' are an intergalatic race of parasites they pollute worlds with their darkness, strip it of it's resources and leave it bear not caring for any of the inhabitants. Luka sighed "I'm the only survivor of my kind."
There was a dead silence for a few minutes, then Raz broke it, "I'm... So sorry, Luka... I'm not even gonna try and relate to your past... However, if I were able to get a sample of it, I could probably make an indoctorate to negate the effect."
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"What effect?" Luka asked "The world is gone everyone is dead." Luka sighed, "all that would be left is a smoldering desert."
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As Vokun bowed and left, Cecilia did the same and followed him down stairs. "Really?" She asked, "I never picked up on that. He must like me."
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"Well, ordinarily, I'd take you to the temple to get you initiated, but seeing as the festival is tomorrow... no way I'm gonna make you miss that," Vokun said. "We can get your first lessons started after the festival."
*** Outpost Hood ***
Markus monitored the reports on activity in UNSC Space from Outpost Hood while Krystal monitored the area for any more signs of Transwarp activity. Markus, however, was concerned. Why would the Kazon and True Way forces strike at UNSC Space? What did they stand to gain there? Or were after something? Or someone? Something didn't add up.
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"Markus where was the UNSC Infintiy when the True way attacked."
_Cardassia prime_
"So I i may ask Sir, what is this "True Way" you speak of?" Kia asked,R really not familiar with this 'group'
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"Oh! It's tomorrow! Goodie!" Cecilia giggled. "I can't wait! What do we do in the meantime?"
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Amie walked out of her room seeing, Cecila. "For now you rest, meditate, relax.... one of those." The Red fox girl said to the 'large' mouse.
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"The True Way are a Cardassian Fringe group that is dedicated to overthrowing Cardassia's current democratic government in favor of restoring the old Cardassian Union," Kentar explained. "I imagine you are more or less familiar with the ways of the Union?"
*** Outpost Hood ***
"The Infinity was at Earth when that fleet attacked, why?" Markus responded.
*** Indari Manor ***
"I'd recommend the Holodeck District - lots of fun to be had there," Drake suggested.
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Amie Drew close to Drake hugging him.
_outpost hood_
"As far as I know that's the most advanced ship in that sector... but if it was that far away... there must have been something else, forunner artifacts Covanant wrekages... Something of value had to be there for them to risk such a journey they likley had no idea if the conduit would work, if the Borg had known they might have shut it down leaving all the ships stuck in Subspace." Krystal noted.
_Cardassia Prime-__
"I see, would they ally themselves of what remains of the dominion?" Kia asked "I don't see how they plan to take over with what I have seen of them." Kia replied.
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"Holodeck district? Sounds fun, I've never been there though." Cecilia said to Vokun. Then she turned to Amie. "I'll get plenty of rest tonight. Don't worry." She said, winking.
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*** Indari Manor ***
Vokun headed outside, to a waiting taxi, waiting for Cecilia. Drake, however, leaned in to Amie's embrace. "Hi, honey," he murmured to her.
*** Outpost Hood ***
"I know," Markus said, "It's a wonder to me that the Borg haven't done so already. In fact, I wonder what has the Borg's attention away from us..."
*** Cardassia Prime ***
"No, they still bear the scars of the Dominion War. They wouldn't voluntarily do that again. But it would not surprise me to see the True Way allying with other powers in the galaxy," Kentar responded. "Any luck contacting your friends?"
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Cecilia was behind Vokun and they entered the taxi together. "So what's at this holodeck distributed? Is it like an arcade?" She asked.
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"it's gonna take awhile form this distance." Kia replied simply.
_Outpost hood__
Krystal and Markus' communicators s began to beep.
_Indari MAnor---
"Hi." Amie muttered leaning into Drake.
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"What effect?" Luka asked "The world is gone everyone is dead." Luka sighed, "all that would be left is a smoldering desert."
Razuel had a look of defeat on his face, but that quickly went away and he put on a smile, "W-well, at least you're alive... R-right?"
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"Why are you stuttering?" Luka asked "it was my planet."
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"Sorry, just a t-technical glitch, that's all...", Razuel slammed a chip into his watch and started to do tongue-twisters, "See, I'm all better... but, I do have some relateable events in my life, and although I didn't lose my planet... at first, I did lose my parents because of Space Pirates that I did end up killing... needless to say I'm troubled and, yeah, I still have nightmares about my past...", Razuel then yawned, "I think I may take a nap for a few."
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"Glitch? are you using a translator?" Luka asked hoping to catch the Dragon before he headed downstairs.
-Indari Manor---
"Hey Drake i learned something in my own meditation I wanted to show you if you don't mind." Amie said to Drake still leaning into him.
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Razuel turned around and pointed to a patch of metallic looking scales, then to his watch, "No, I'm not, I just have an AI connected to my body, and every now and then she glitches, but all that happens to me is I start to stutter."
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"I don't understand how a bionic implant makes your stutter maybe you should get that checked out." Luka replied "Tomorrow."
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"It's fine, really, in fact she helps me on some of my missions, kind of like one of those cerebral codexes, and also she can act as a separate entity from myself, but she always appears small, like a little Robin... But a tad bit bigger.", Razuel then went downstairs and moved the furniture to the room's wall then began to transform into his Feral form (http://www.furaffinity.net/view/19502659/).
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*** Indari Manor ***
"Oh?" Drake responded to Amie. "What's that?"
*** Outside ***
"It can be, depending on what holodeck program you run," Vokun told Cecilia. "There are all kinds of programs to run. You name it, chances are, one of the holodeck vendors and curators can run it."
*** Outpost Hood ***
"Lord-Admiral," one of the holo-Romulans spoke up, "I have an incoming hail from Cardassia Prime."
Markus frowned. The Cardassians...? "What do they want?" he asked.
"It is possible someone on Cardassia knows something we don't," Voro suggested. Markus paused, thought, then nodded to the holo-Romulan, authorizing him to answer the hail.
"Lord-Admiral Tokarev here," Markus stated. "With whom do I speak?"
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"I think it's be better if I show you." Amie told Drake starting to lead the way deeper into the manor.
-----Cardassia Prime----
"Kia, Reznov. Lord-Admiral don't you guys have Caller ID or tracing technology?" the she-wolf asked "Any updates on the conduit?"
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While transforming he accidentally knocked over a small dresser downstairs that made a loud bang, but he quickly uprighted it after he finished transforming, afterwards he layed down in the middle of the room and slept (http://www.furaffinity.net/view/19526446/).
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"Sounds like lots of fun." Cecilia said, "So what are we going to do after this? Are there any special preparations for the festival tomorrow?"
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Hearing the sound Luka Face palmed,deciding to just head to her room hoping there would be no more loud sounds to drive her nuts.
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When Luka arrived at her room, there was a little blue phoenix just sitting on her dresser.
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The Green Fox sighed now what?" She asked
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The Phoenix just sat there then started to talk, "Hello there, I'm Vivian, Razuel's AI. I'd just like you to know that he's come in contact with those parasites before, but somehow he was immune, and that I'm still unsure of."
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"Are you sure he's come in contact with the Imperium (http://dcau.wikia.com/wiki/Imperium) Though? Luka asked. (actually I just realized Luka is a red fox only her hair is green XD)
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Vivian held out her hand and a screen materialized, showing a picture of a few still shots of Razuel fighting a massive hoard of them from a security cam, "This is them, right?"
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(did you even read or look at the link?)
Luka studied the picture for a moment "Considering it's daylight in the picture I don't think so unless they gained the ability to live in sunlight no, the soldiers melt in sunlight."
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((I did, and sorry I forgot to mention one detail))
Vivian pointed to a few floodlights in some points in the pictures, "No, it isn't sunlight you're seeing, it's just those flood lights and this picture here has night vision enabled. But beside that point, they tried to manipulate him, take him over, I'm guessing... but it failed, and that I'm still unsure of, but all that happened was after the mission he retained a short-term illness that affected his body and implants, that eventually threw him into a deep sleep for a few days, Scotty is always monitoring him when he sleeps, just in case it comes back, but so far he has only been getting nightmares more frequently."
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"Why are you telling me this?" The Green haired vixen asked
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Vivian closed the screen, then looked back to Luka, "Well, no one else we've come across has had a similar encounter to what he did, and I thought that you should know about it.", Downstairs in the basement, muffled sobs could be heard, "Uh-oh, he's having another nightmare, I need to go calm him down, and if you want to talk more, just knock on the basement door.", Vivian simply phased though the ground into the basement and when she got down there she went up to Razuel's head and extended her arms and wings around it, and began to repeat, "It's okay, big guy, you're alright, you're safe in my arms.", then Razuel slowly began to calm down.
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"Great just what I needed tonight a scarred Dragon... Luka sighed feeling sorry for Raz, but also getting tired.
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Vivian was able to calm down Razuel, then she just stayed with him for a bit, sitting by his head, caressing it, "I'm so sorry what has happened to you, Raz, I really am... but I'll always stay with you.", Vivian then went back to Luka's room, "Alright, he should be quiet for the rest of the night. Sorry that he's a little bit of a bother, I just can't prevent him from doing that."
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"Sounds like lots of fun." Cecilia said, "So what are we going to do after this? Are there any special preparations for the festival tomorrow?"
"None that we need to take care of," Vokun responded, putting his helmet back on. "Why do you ask?"
*** Outpost Hood ***
"Kia? What are you doing on Cardassia Pr--Ah, never mind," Markus responded. "We haven't had any updates on the transwarp--"
"Lord-Admiral," one of the holo-Romulans piped up, "We're getting a signal from the probe!"
"Oh, hell..." Terra groaned. "Just wait till you see this."
"What is it?" Markus asked.
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"I was just wondering, no real reason," Cecilia said. "What are you going to do in the Holodeck?"
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"Mm... haven't quite decided, yet," Vokun responded.
*** Cardassia Prime ***
Ketorr and Lian waited patiently to learn something new about the current crisis.
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"Sounds like lots of fun." Cecilia said, "So what are we going to do after this? Are there any special preparations for the festival tomorrow?"
"None that we need to take care of," Vokun responded, putting his helmet back on. "Why do you ask?"
*** Outpost Hood ***
"Kia? What are you doing on Cardassia Pr--Ah, never mind," Markus responded. "We haven't had any updates on the transwarp--"
"Lord-Admiral," one of the holo-Romulans piped up, "We're getting a signal from the probe!"
"Oh, hell..." Terra groaned. "Just wait till you see this."
"What is it?" Markus asked.
"Indeed what is it Lord-Admiral?" Kia asked hearing the conversation.
-Outpost Hood-
"Serena what's going on." Krystal asked
"Scanning, not sure yet i don't have access to the probe" Serena replied
__Indari Manor__--
Amie led her husband to a training room where they usually honed their force powers, the held her hand out towards a target dummy, and let loose a few streams of what looked like blue fiery electricity, her face not changing at all mostly other than her muzzle showing that she was concentrating just a bit.
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Cecilia laughed at Vokun's response. "Well if you don't know than I REALLY don't know! I guess we'll have to see when we get there." Just then, a building covered in thousands of holographic ads came into view. "Is that it?" Cecilia asked.
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"That's it - the Holodeck District," Vokun chuckled. "Spotted it before I did."
*** Indari Manor, Training Room ***
Drake leapt back a little when he saw the electricity spark from Amie's fingertips. "Since when did you learn to do that?" he asked.
*** Outpost Hood ***
Markus transmitted the probe's images - a massive Kazon fleet working with Cardassian ships and Breen ships on wrecks of Borg vessels that looked as though they'd been shot to pieces. "Maybe one of you can tell me how this happened?"
Kentar studied the image, then closed his eyes and sighed.
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"Reports indicated that they had some outdated Kadgeron weapons which would explain the Borg wrecks." Kia noted.
"Makes sense" Krystal replied "Either way this is not good."
-------Indari manor-----
"To be honest I dunno I was meditating and all of a sudden the 'power' came to be it's not force lightning though I feel no anger..." she added spotting the training dummy on fire.
"By the way know a good way to put out a fire?" the red vixen asked a fireball appearing in her hand.
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(What's the time in the RP?)
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(It's getting into the late afternoon/evening, I imagine.)
"Nice guess - but that would imply they got it from somewhere," Markus stated. "Any ideas?"
*** Indari Manor, Training Room ***
Drake reached out, dousing the flames with the Force. "Let's not burn the house down, honey."
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Cecilia leaned closer to the window and took a good look at it. It was very flashy, like a casino. Cecilia smiled, "I think I'm going to like this place." She said.
((Spring break is over so I'm afraid it's back to me posting every now and again. :( ))
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(It's getting into the late afternoon/evening, I imagine.)
"Nice guess - but that would imply they got it from somewhere," Markus stated. "Any ideas?"
*** Indari Manor, Training Room ***
Drake reached out, dousing the flames with the Force. "Let's not burn the house down, honey."
Amie put her palm to her face. "Drake I was going to put it out with a small explosion an explosion pushes the flame away from it's source and also cuts off it's air long enough to put it out." Amie explained. "They use that tactic on oil fires and such.
"Besides I helped Master Fasnuu to fire proof the walls of the training room, for just such a reason So I can train in the force and my own powers."
Dragon'taann Luka's house, Luka's room.
Luka was about to fall into sleep in her bed, waiting for any last moment interruptions.
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Vivian had left Razuel and went looking around the house, the she went to Luka's home security pad mounted on the wall and touched it, "Hmm, this system is pretty weak.", she then displayed a message on the TV in Luka's room saying 'Would you like me to enhance your home's security? ∆Yes? or ×No? ~Vivian', the TV then showed two symbols that were on Luka's remote a Triangle and an X
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"Tigress will be in tomorrow to fix that.' Luka grumbled.
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The letters on the TV faded out, then it read out 'I could fix it now though.'
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"fine fix it." Luka grumbled "trying to sleep here."
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The TV then displayed 'Thank you, I'll try and be quiet...', then there was a short sequence of whirring, then Vivian appeared on Luka's chest sitting, "Hey Luka, I'm sorry for bothering you, but it's all done now, and I added something to your home that I think you'll like.", Vivian smiled and a small button came out of a hatch above the bed, in arms distance, "Just press it and you'll feel as though you're beneath the stars."
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"Tigress really beat you to that one." Luka Grumbled pressing a button near her bed, the entire room suddenly appearing as if it was the night sky and dark landscape making the bed appear to be in a dark open field with the night sky and Stars From Dragon'taan or some other nearby planet in the sky.
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Vivian pressed a smaller button to the side of the main one, "Well I added a library of different animals for you to cuddle with, and even a creation station on your computer to add other creatures... or other anthros.", and a little baby dragon that looked like Raz jumped up onto Luka's bed and it actually had some weight to it, then the little dragon went up to Luka and cuddled her, "Sorry about that, it's just a thing Raz has programmed into my create software that requires me to put a copy of one of his happy memories into each of my tinkerings, and this one, as you can probably tell, was when he was a dragling so many years ago, about 2 days before he was taken... but besides that, he won't leave this state of happiness, I think he imagines that you're his mother or something, and you can disable that feature where he will recognize you as you, but I'm sure his copy is happier this was *Sigh*... I always feel so bad when I sift through his memories... such terrible things have happened to him...", Vivian displayed a screen that showed a picture of Raz's face next to a digital switch that was set to on, "You can disable this instance now, or later... your choice..."
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"Vivian Turn it off and leave me alone I'm trying to sleep." Luka Grumbled.
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Vivian looked a little shocked, "O-okay... well goodnight.", Vivian then walked into the simulated night scenery and sat on a hill in the distance, looking up at the sky, then layed down, with a dim hue of blue emitting from her body.
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*** Qo'nos orbit ***
After rescuing the Cornerian Freighter and escorting it to the nearest repair yard, Major General Kault and the Iron Regent - and the two escorts - returned to the Klingon Home World. Once in orbit, they noticed a Romulan Ha'apax Warbird ( http://images-cdn.perfectworld.com/www/dc/41/dc41690557b2e82eec16ee529ac1eae71368125170.jpg (http://images-cdn.perfectworld.com/www/dc/41/dc41690557b2e82eec16ee529ac1eae71368125170.jpg) ) escorted by a pair of D'Derridex Warbirds.
"Must be the Republic Ambassadors," noted Kault's First Officer, K'Gan.
"Ambassador or no, the fact he requires an escort of two D'Derridex Warbirds begs an explanation," Kault responded.
(feel free to add your own events to the happenings over or on Qo'nos.)
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Indari Manor-----
"But aside from that what do you think?" Amie asked "Master Fasnuu called it Emerald lightning." The red vixen added
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(After a few more posts, could we assume it's daytime, again?)
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(I could do a timeskip right now, if you'd like.)
*** Indari Manor ***
"Uncle Mathayus would know," Drake admitted, "But I admit, I had my doubts the power still existed."
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(Well, let's just start to lean more into it, make it seem as the story is going full without plot holes, is what I'd say is the best course of action.)
There was a vent situated closely to above Raz, and as he slept, his body gave off a subtle heat and a pleasant smell, the smell of a campfire, that rose through the vents and leaked into Luka's room while she slept, and the rest of the upper floor rooms, but no smoke was formed, there was only the smell.
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The sun began to sink below the horizon, and day slowly became night. Lord Scourge patrolled the Dragon'taan streets for lack of anything better to do than anything else; General Bellator was reviewing some files, his former-apprentice was monitoring comm traffic, and the other members of General Bellator's entourage were scattered about.
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
Kault wandered about the bustling streets of First City, Qo'nos in the early hours of the night. He was headed to the mail station, having received notification he'd gotten a message, though it was not said what the message contained.
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(Where does this put me and Vokun?)
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(I could do a timeskip right now, if you'd like.)
*** Indari Manor ***
"Uncle Mathayus would know," Drake admitted, "But I admit, I had my doubts the power still existed."
"From what I found the holocron data on it was recorded by Jedi master Plo kloon." Amie replied "That was after I fouind the power myself, I went to the Crusader temple archives and searched the Great Holocron"
(Wherever they went to)
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(I'd imagine they're either still in the Holodeck District, or wrapping things up there.)
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(RF what did I tell you about making no content post?)
Amie poked Drake.
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"No need to poke me, Amie, I was in thought," Drake grumbled. "Have you learned anything else new?"
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"Well I was going to show you how I can put out fire with fire using an explosion, but you kinda ruined that." Amie replied
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Cecilia and Vokun had been at the holodistrict. They were having loads of fun, Cecilia had found a program that took her image and warped it into a different race of alien. She had been there for a good two good hours. She then decided to move on to the next interesting program.
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Day faded away, and night was upon the city. And if there's one thing beautiful about Dragon'taan, it's the night life. Dazzling lights, so many fun things to do, and a look that almost reminded one of Las Vegas on Earth.
A Tiger dressed in a military uniform with a decorated Baldric walked among the streets, headed for a nearby casino in the Holodeck District. Travis didn't get shore leave often, but when he did, he always made sure to enjoy it.
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Standing at the entrance to the Casino, Tigress Arcnon the large female tiger waited , spotting travis she said as he got near "Why go to this place?" She asked.
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Cecilia looked around the city as night fell. It looked absolutely beautiful... she wandered about the holodistrict looking for Vokun. Where had he gone?
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*** Holodeck District, Dragon'taan ***
Vokun approached Cecilia. "If you think Dragon'taan is beautiful at night, wait until the festival," he told her.
Travis looked to Tigress. "Is there any reason I shouldn't?" he asked.
*** Indari Manor, Training Room ***
"Alright, Amie - go ahead," Drake responded.
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"I still think Casinos are waste of money I'd have more fun re configuring my Omnimechs, but at the moment they hired me as a bouncer, I think you know why."
---Indari Manor---
Amie sighed but lit the trainign dummy on fire again with the Emerald lightning then threw a small fire orb at the dummy it exploded on contact with a small explosion literally pushing the fire off of the 'fuel' and extinguishing it
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Travis frowned. "No, actually, I don't," he told Tigress.
*** Indari Manor, Training Room ***
Drake frowned. "How did you do that?" he asked.
*** Cardassia Prime ***
"What do you make of this, Kia?" Ketorr asked. "Kazon, Breen and Cardassians in possession of a Borg Transwarp Hub? The Collective somehow unwilling or unable to respond?"
*** Outpost Hood ***
Markus noticed a small yellow glint in one of the images, near the central plexus. He enhanced it, and it showed a strange ship he had never seen before:
(https://speakingoutonlife.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/eaglemoss-star-trek-the-official-starships-collection-_43-species-8472-bioship-render.jpg)
Markus frowned in concern. The situation just got much more complicated.
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"Oh I can't wait," she said. "So who all is going to be participating in the festival?"
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Travis frowned. "No, actually, I don't," he told Tigress.
*** Indari Manor, Training Room ***
Drake frowned. "How did you do that?" he asked.
*** Cardassia Prime ***
"What do you make of this, Kia?" Ketorr asked. "Kazon, Breen and Cardassians in possession of a Borg Transwarp Hub? The Collective somehow unwilling or unable to respond?"
*** Outpost Hood ***
Markus noticed a small yellow glint in one of the images, near the central plexus. He enhanced it, and it showed a strange ship he had never seen before:
(https://speakingoutonlife.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/eaglemoss-star-trek-the-official-starships-collection-_43-species-8472-bioship-render.jpg)
Markus frowned in concern. The situation just got much more complicated.
Tigress sighed putting her paw to her face... "Because Tigarian's like us are incredibly tall and intimidating."
---Indari Manor---
"Simple really you know how you blow out a candle?" Amie asked "Well it's the same concept just on a slightly bigger scale when you blow out a candle you create a small shock wave of air that pushes the flame off the wick cutting the fire off from it's fuel as the shockwave disrupts the flame. Same concept here My exploding fireball creates a shock wave that pushes the flame off the fuel source almost instantly extinguishing the flame.
---Cardassia Prime----
"Not good whatever it is, I wonder do we have a specialist on Borg technology that can help us?" Kia asked
----Outpost hood----
"What the, is that a Shivan ship?" Krystal asked "No it can't be Shivan ships are eerily dark and red. I don't think that's a good sign, though whatever it is." The Blue vixen added
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*** Holodeck District, Dragon'taan ***
"Everyone, really," Vokun responded.
"Right," Travis sighed. "I was assuming it was for a reason other than that, maybe something to do with your personal reputation or something."
*** Cardassia Prime/Outpost Hood ***
"Not presently," Gul Kentar responded.
It was then that Markus and Krystal were heard talking over the line.
"What the, is that a Shivan ship?" Krystal asked "No it can't be Shivan ships are eerily dark and red. I don't think that's a good sign, though whatever it is." The Blue vixen added
"That's no Shivan ship, Krystal," Markus responded. "But this... complicates things."
"What is it?" Ketorr asked. Markus sent the enhanced image of the strange ship.
"Recognize that?" Markus asked. The color drained from Kentar's face.
"That's an Undine Bioship," he said. "Either the True Way and their allies have captured one or more, or the Undine are working with them in some way."
"Either scenario is just as unlikely as the other," Ketorr commented. "But whatever the case... this isn't good."
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----Outpost Hood----
"Great might as well bring in the Shivans at this point it's not like it's gonna get any worse adding those demons of subspace into the mix" Krystal growled. "Either way this is not good, we need to find a way to either destroy the conduit or disable it."The blue vixen added. "OR maybe.. hmm... How much power would we need to destroy that fleet with a large bomb or two, Markus?"
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"No good - that Undine ship would intercept such a bomb long before it could pose any threat, and it could possibly detonate the bomb before we use it" Markus responded. "And the last thing I need is collateral damage. On top of that, that ship may not be the only one. We'll need a subtle approach."
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-----Outpost hood---
"Cloaked bomb?" Krystal asked. "Do you know of any Borg Specialist, Markus?"
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"Not off the top of my head, no," Markus responded. "What we need is someone who knows the Undine."
*** Dragon'taan ***
Night progressed steadily, and while some remained outside to enjoy the night life, others turned in for the night. Drake was among them, standing on the balcony connected to his room. "Good night, Dragon'taan," he said to no one in particular. "Sweet dreams." He then walked inside, shut the balcony door, and crawled into bed.
In the residential district, another was turning in for the night - a young lioness with an enlarged belly. She crawled into bed, and laid down on her back. Her husband crawled into bed next to her. "Soon?" Viktor asked.
"According to the doctor, yes," Kabier responded. "Soon, little Tyber will join the ranks of Dragon'taan's children."
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Indari Manor------------------
"You say goodnight to Dragon'taan ,but not to me? Don't you think that makes me jealous?" The Red Fox named Amie asked, as she slipped into her side of the bed in Drake's room.
-----Outpost Hood-----
"Hmm I'm going to consult someone on this perhaps he knows." Krystal said , moving slowly towards her room in the outpost to make a private call.
-----Dragon'taan---
Not too far From the Lioness' house 2 bright blue cat like eyes could be spotted down the sidewalk, it was getting closer to the house.
As the creature stepped into the light it was revealed that it was a cougar like Female Khajiit (http://elderscrolls.wikia.com/wiki/Khajiit_%28Skyrim%29) wearing the standard DMC Mjolnir Gen3.2 armor.
Despite the fact that she seemed like a raider or thief she actually was part of the night watch, using her enhance night vision (at least by human standards) to keep watch of the city at night, though crime was a very rare thing on Dragon'taan, it never hurts to be prepared
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*** Drake's Room, Indari Manor ***
"I was waiting for you to get into bed, dear," Drake responded.
*** Outpost Hood ***
"Oh, yeah?" Markus asked Krystal. "And who might that be?"
"I, too, am curious as to who you know that knows about the Undine, General Krystal," Gul Kentar said over the line.
"So am I," added Ketorr.
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"I don't know if he would know but maybe he can shed some light on the situation , My cousin Kylie, the owner of the Cerinian Assault carrier Galatae." Krystal added.
---Dragon'taan Drakes room-----
"Suuure" Amie teased.
--Dragon'taan----
The Khajiit walked up to the Drakona residence and rang the doorbell hopeing she did not Disturb anyone.
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*** Outpost Hood ***
Markus sat in silence, waiting for Krystal to get into contact with her cousin.
*** Indari Manor, Drake's Room ***
"Go to sleep, honey - knowing dad, we'll both be up early tomorrow for the festival," Drake said.
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
The doorbell ringing met with a simultaneous groan from Viktor and Kabier. "I've got it," Viktor grumbled, putting on a robe and walking downstairs to answer the door. He paused upon seeing the Khajiit who answered the door. "Can I help you?" he asked.
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*** Holodeck District, Dragon'taan ***
"Everyone, really," Vokun responded.
"Right," Travis sighed. "I was assuming it was for a reason other than that, maybe something to do with your personal reputation or something."
*** Cardassia Prime/Outpost Hood ***
"Not presently," Gul Kentar responded.
It was then that Markus and Krystal were heard talking over the line.
"What the, is that a Shivan ship?" Krystal asked "No it can't be Shivan ships are eerily dark and red. I don't think that's a good sign, though whatever it is." The Blue vixen added
"That's no Shivan ship, Krystal," Markus responded. "But this... complicates things."
"What is it?" Ketorr asked. Markus sent the enhanced image of the strange ship.
"Recognize that?" Markus asked. The color drained from Kentar's face.
"That's an Undine Bioship," he said. "Either the True Way and their allies have captured one or more, or the Undine are working with them in some way."
"Either scenario is just as unlikely as the other," Ketorr commented. "But whatever the case... this isn't good."
"So is it going to be a parade? Where Will it be taking place?" Cecilia asked.
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"Well, the parade is part of it, but the festival is city-wide," Vokun explained. "Includes all--" he stopped midsentence, a frown of concern appearing on his face.
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"All... what? Is something wrong?" Cecilia asked again, then she felt another buzzing in her mind.
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*** Outpost Hood ***
Markus sat in silence, waiting for Krystal to get into contact with her cousin.
*** Indari Manor, Drake's Room ***
"Go to sleep, honey - knowing dad, we'll both be up early tomorrow for the festival," Drake said.
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
The doorbell ringing met with a simultaneous groan from Viktor and Kabier. "I've got it," Viktor grumbled, putting on a robe and walking downstairs to answer the door. He paused upon seeing the Khajiit who answered the door. "Can I help you?" he asked.
Mr.Drakona? The Khajiit named Kiri asked "I've got a small message for you."
----Drake's room----
Amie was already snuggled up with Drake and sleeping.
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==Luka's house==
(This whole conversation could be heard silently in Luka's room)
Razuel woke up in the middle of the night, and called Vivian out, [Razuel] "Hey Viv, uhh... it happened again didn't it?", [Vivian] "Yeah, it did... and I think you angered our host, and she didn't like me all that much either, but she already had the Holodome simulation program... and she didn't like your file...", [Razuel] "Vivian, I told you to stop initiating that, I mean programming it in is fine, just don't initiate it anymore, okay?... At this point, she'll probably kick us out because of that...", [Vivian] "I'm sorry Razuel...", Vivian sat down infront of Raz with her head down, Raz then scooped her up in his paw and pet her, "Viv... It's not your fault, okay? I'm the one that reprogrammed you, okay? It's my fault. So, no need to fret.", Vivian then grew in size and hugged Raz, and he hugged her back, then led her into a stone in his chest and she walked into it, and his red stone turned to a redish purple, "Sleep well, Viv... you've deserved it.", Razuel then layed his head back down and began to fall back asleep, and said silently, "Sorry, Luka."
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"That disturbance in the Force," Vokun responded to Cecilia, "Much stronger, this time."
*** Drakona Residence ***
Viktor frowned. "A message from whom?" he asked.
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"That disturbance in the Force," Vokun responded to Cecilia, "Much stronger, this time."
*** Drakona Residence ***
Viktor frowned. "A message from whom?" he asked.
"Well umm... me." Kiri responded "I'll be the new night watchmen here on your block and just wanted to let you know." The Khajiit replied, handing Viktor a contact card
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Name:Red Locus
Age:29
Gender:Male
Species:Ragnos (A Dragon-like alien species that i have made, they are in a distant galaxy)
Attire:Ragnosian MK-5 Logistics Armor
Weapons:Type-31 Needle rifle
Short bio:Red is sent out to gather information on other planets to fuel the ragnosian archives, Red is kind and open minded to these strange worlds, Species and customs, he pursues knowledge on all of these planets and will risk anything to do so, Red perfers not to fight and would rather settle it peacefully than violently. Red was the son of one of the ragnosian house leaders until the death and unity of all the houses leaders under one large
government.
Currently based on Coruscant
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"That disturbance in the Force," Vokun responded to Cecilia, "Much stronger, this time."
*** Drakona Residence ***
Viktor frowned. "A message from whom?" he asked.
Cecilia put her paw to her head. "Yeah... it's bugging me too... it kind of hurts... Do you think something's going to happen at festival?" She said, while wincing.
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(Welcome, Krayav.)
"I believe so - and chances are, either General Indari is well aware... or he's been so busy, he knows nothing of it," Vokun responded. "Either way, he needs to be warned."
*** Jedi Temple Grounds, Coruscant ***
A lone Feline wandered about the grounds of the Jedi Temple. His attire, a simple tunic of black and brown, coupled with brown pants; a style made famous by Anakin Skywalker. Clipped to his belt, an unusually-constructed lightsaber with three emitters - one for the blade, and two that formed a crossguard. The hilt was a custom job with a strange symbol etched into the Cortosis-woven, Beskar-Iron metal.
The Jedi at the temple - students, knights, and masters alike - all stayed out of his way, not even casting a glance in his direction. Few even regarded him with any sort of expression at all, considering he was an anthro-furry in the midst of the temple grounds filled with Jedi. None openly spoke to him. The feline preferred it that way - Lokahviing was not one much for words. But some in the past found that, for someone without much to say, he could certainly say a lot.
But still, Lokahviing kept moving about the temple grounds, trying to find what it was he came here looking for.
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--Indari manor---
Amie shot up from laying down in her bed "WOw what was that?" She asked something in the force causing her to awake instantly. "I felt.... a strong presence...Not Light or dark side ,but definitely Jedi." Amie muttered.
-----Outpost Hood----
Krystal returned to the command room, with some news "Well which do you want first the Good news or the Bad news?" Krystal asked.
-------Coruscant, Jedi temple----- Ignored and likely not seen, another Feline was skulking about in the shadows, it's training obviously strong as it was able to evade all the force sensitives in the temple and everything else .
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----Coruscant, Jedi Temple ----
*Red watched the jedi temple from a distance, documenting the structure and shape of the large buolding*
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*** Drake's Room, Indari Manor ***
"What is it?" Drake asked.
*** Outpost Hood, Command Center ***
"Surprise me," Markus responded.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
Lokahviing continued moving through the jumbled mass of life in the Temple, heading for the Archives. Following his instincts, he searched for something that was forbidden by Jedi belief - a Sith Holocron. This one, in particular, was said to house Sith Knowledge of something he'd sought since leaving his home world of Nirn - a power over life and death. Perhaps something that could bring him closer to his goal.
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*Red closed his documents before looking at the temple, admiring its beauty*
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"Maybe we should warn him." Cecilia said to Vokun. "Where do you think he would be at this hour?"
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"I'm not sure....a Feline..." Amie started closing her eyes for focus" Khajiit, seeking something something important to him....but beyond that I cannot see the 'image is too vauge." Amie replied
----Coruscant, Jedi Temple, Archives---
Kiri almost lost her focus when the other Feline entered the archives,moving to a more shadowed location, trying to do her best to remain unseen and keeping her self invisible to the force, hiding on top of one of the 'shelves' in the darkest part of the archive. 'Great this will delay my mission.' the female panther thought.
-----Outpost hood----
"Bad news is my cousin has very little data on the Undine, however the good news is that he might know of a way to disable thier bio ships if not destroy them" Krystal replied.
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*** Indari Manor, Drake's Room ***
"Odd that you're sensing this at all," Drake yawned. "It may be that this Khajiit has some important role to play in future events."
*** Jedi Temple Archives, Coruscant ***
Lokahviing paused, faintly and momentarily sensing another presence in the Force, one similar to himself. But his pause was fractional, as he headed into an unguarded chamber. Inside, many holocrons lined the walls. But none of them were what he sought. No, he had to push deeper inside.
*** Holodeck District, Dragon'taan ***
"At this hour, he's likely back at Indari Manor," Vokun responded. He motioned for Cecilia to follow as he went for a taxi to take them to the aforementioned mansion.
*** Command Center, Outpost Hood ***
"I'm listening," Markus said as he crossed his arms.
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Cecilia followed Vokun to the taxi. "It'll be nice to go to the palace again. Do you think they would let us sleep over?" Cecilia asked.
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---Coruscant, Jedi Temple--- with the other feline gone, Kiri dropped to the ground and began searching the archives for the information she came for.
---Outpost Hood---
"The data is still streaming for that , Markus." Krystal replied
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Red walked towards the public transport station, looking around at the surroundings before continuing to walk, he stopped at the main tranport stop, waiting for one of the transports to come
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*** Command Center, Outpost Hood ***
"When you learn something, alert me," Markus requested.
*** Coruscant ***
A Public Transport arrived in short order, and a man got off. A wolf dressed in a military uniform that wasn't Republic Military with a Baldric decorated with numerous medals. He regarded Red momentarily, then headed out toward the Jedi Temple.
In the Jedi Temple, however, Lokahviing managed to slip into the forbidden area of the Jedi Temple, where he saw numerous Sith Holocrons. He was here for only one - the Holocron that contained the recorded knowledge of Darth Plaguis. Father, he thought, I swear to you, I will bring you back. Just wait and see.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Perhaps, but there are enough people living at Indari Manor as it is," Vokun responded. "If anything, you can probably stay with me and my crew - we have more than enough spare rooms." He got into a taxi and waited for Cecilia.
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Cecilia got in the taxi and smiled. "That sounds nice, thank you. Will your other apprentices be there?" She asked.
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==Luka's House==
Raz woke up again when he heard a loud bang from the upper floor, and heard 3 voices muffled from the upper floor, then the assailants went downstairs to Raz and began to attack him, and Raz fought back, and in the process tons of loud noises .
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"WHAT IS IT YOU WANT?!" Growled Luka armored hand over one of the assailants Throat, the noise of the door had woken her up reacting quickly her armor materialized around her chasing off the other assailant, besides the one she 'caught'.
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"Markus I have the data now." Krystal replied taking a small memory chip out of her datapad.
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*** Outpost Hood ***
"So... what are we looking at?" Markus asked.
*** In transit, Dragon'taan ***
"I only have two apprentices under me, both of whom you met - Ashara and Xalek," Vokun responded.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
Lokahviing crept about the forbidden archive quietly, even though he was the only breathing person in there. So far, he'd found holocrons from Darth Andru, Darth Malak, and Darth Nox - the latter of which he took and stored for later - but not Darth Plaguis. But still, he kept searching, unwilling to give up. Plaguis had to be in this archive, and Lokahviing would not give up until he found that holocron.
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Raz looked guilty, "I'm s-sorry, Luka...", then a few drops of blood from Raz's side dripped into the floor, then revealing a large gash on his underbelly/on the lower part of his chest where Vivian's stone was, Raz then noticed the cut and began applying pressure to his wound, " Argh, that hurts... Man, I must be getting pretty rusty in this form."
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*Red looked at the wolf before stepping into the transport*
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*** Outpost Hood ***
"So... what are we looking at?" Markus asked.
*** In transit, Dragon'taan ***
"I only have two apprentices under me, both of whom you met - Ashara and Xalek," Vokun responded.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
Lokahviing crept about the forbidden archive quietly, even though he was the only breathing person in there. So far, he'd found holocrons from Darth Andru, Darth Malak, and Darth Nox - the latter of which he took and stored for later - but not Darth Plaguis. But still, he kept searching, unwilling to give up. Plaguis had to be in this archive, and Lokahviing would not give up until he found that holocron.
"A biological weapon or more specifically a virus, that was orginally designed to be used against the Zerg, however Kylie, stated thaat with Undine DNA it can be modified to attack only undine, problem is getting that DNa and the virus into their ships." Krystal replied.
------Coruscant, jedi Temple.------
Kiri had located what she needed, the location of two holocrons,holding Ancient jedi weapons and ancient ships and other weapons, proceeding int the shadows the feline sneaked closer to the holocron room.
---_Dragon'taan Keeljoy resisdence.----
"Sorry for what?" Luka muttered turning her attention back to the assailant "WELL WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE!!" She growled louder at the man in her grasp. "They don't call me Keeljoy for nothing so better START TALKING!!!!!"
(How did he get into her room?)
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( He didn't, this is in the basement)
The cloaked creature in Luka's hand then spoke, "Uh, Uh, we saw an amulet in here glowing a-and... PLEASE DON'T KILL ME!!! *Sobs*
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Cecilia nodded, "Yeah yeah, those two. Are they going to be there?" Cecilia said, and then spoke again, "aren't I one of your apprentices now?"
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Luka Growled aiming her gun with her other hand at the man "Run away, run away and never return!" (cookies to whoever get's that reference) she growled dropping the man gun still aimed at him.
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"Th-thank you!", the man stumbled to run and still ran out of the front door at a tremendous pace, slamming it behind him.
Raz was clutching the stone embedded in his chest, and still keeping pressure on his wound, "Gah, nononononono! There's a crack in it... I... need...", Raz then passed out from blood loss and the stone being cracked.
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(Lion King)
*** Outpost Hood ***
"Simple - we use the same approach Voyager used in the Delta Quadrant - Bio-molecular Warheads," Markus responded. "I can outfit our warships to fire them in three hours, provided the True Way and their allies don't open another Transwarp Conduit before then."
*** Jedi Temple - Forbidden Holocron Storage, Coruscant ***
Lokahviing felt he'd been searching for hours, but finally, his search had paid off - he located the holocron of Darth Plagueis. He quickly snagged the holocron and stored it, and made his way toward...
"Alright, thief," boomed a voice from the other end of the room. "We know you are in here - return what you have stolen and reveal yourself, and the council will show you mercy."
"The Sith Holocrons in this room are kept in here for a reason," said another voice. "We cannot allow you to leave this room with any of them."
Working on his gauntlet computer while moving to evade the sentries, he projected his voice to other areas of the room as he responded, "Not even if these holocrons are to be used to revive someone I deeply cared about?"
There was a pause before the first sentry answered, "I know what you're thinking. I know how you feel - I've been there myself. I, too, wish I could bring a loved one back. But using Sith knowledge to do so isn't the answer - when meddling with the Dark Side, there is always a price. Those who would use the Dark Side are also bound to serve it."
Lokahviing paused. He knew that quote. "Darth Revan," he said. "I know his teachings well."
"Then you know what happened to him," the sentry stated. "I don't want to fight you - but I don't want you to suffer, either. Reveal yourself, return what you have stolen, and if your friend can be saved, the council may endeavor to help them."
Lokahviing looked at his gauntlet computer - his plan was ready. Slowly, he rose, and looked at the Jedi sentry - a human. "I have searched the corners of this galaxy for years," he said. "This is the only way to bring father back to me. Alduin meant more to me than anyone - man or dragon - ever knew. All others saw in him was a monster - I saw the good in him that they did not."
"Let the council help you, good sir," the sentry responded. "If he lives, the council can redeem him."
Lokahviing scoffed. "If he were alive, do you think I would be searching Sith Holocrons for a way to bring him back?" He shook his head. "This is the only way."
The sentry paused. "I know your pain. I, too, long to have my father with me. I, too, long to see him alive," he stated. "But sometimes, you have to let it go. Even if you are right, just because you can do a thing, it does not necessarily mean that you must."
Lokahviing paused, then sighed. "If you want your holocrons... come take them." The second he said that, a warship dropped it's cloak near the Jedi Temple:
(http://hydra-media.cursecdn.com/sto.gamepedia.com/9/96/Kor.png)
And when the ship de-cloaked, Lokahviing was beamed aboard before the sentry could even move. The ship turned to the sky and fired thrusters, cloaking again as it shot up into the upper atmosphere. Once it had cleared Coruscant's atmosphere and the Republic patrols now active because of the alarm raised by the temple, the ship - ID Transponder labeling it as the IKS Wayward Spellsword - went to warp, it's ion trail masked by an unknown anomaly.
*** Approaching Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Not officially, but yes, you are" Vokun replied. "And yes, Ashara and Xalek will be there."
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"Th-thank you!", the man stumbled to run and still ran out of the front door at a tremendous pace, slamming it behind him.
Raz was clutching the stone embedded in his chest, and still keeping pressure on his wound, "Gah, nononononono! There's a crack in it... I... need...", Raz then passed out from blood loss and the stone being cracked.
Kiri dropped into sight of the Sentries "excuse me sir but did he seriously say, Alduin?" She asked. thinking of horrible things in her mind, from just saying that name.
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"Oh goodie, I would like to meet them again." Far off in the distance, Cecilia could still make out the large palace. "Oh! I think we're close." She said.
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After a while in the transport red finally arrived at his destination: Kemoran prime, he stepped out the transport*
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The Jedi sentry, though surprised Kiri was also present and he did not sense her presence, managed to respond, "Yes - Alduin. Do you know who he was talking about?"
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"You should feel honored - not everyone can say they get to see the Indari family on a regular basis," Vokun said as the taxi landed near the Indari Manor gates. He got out and started up the path. As he came to a certain point, however, he slowed, bringing a hand to his forehead. He felt a disturbance in the Force, but this one was different. Something he had not felt before. It felt cold, and had a deathly chill to it. "Did you feel that?" he asked Cecilia.
*** Kemoran Prime Spaceport, arrivals area ***
A simple greeter droid approached Red. "Greetings! Welcome to Kemoran Prime! How may I be of service?" the droid asked.
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*Red thought a moment before sighing*"Show me a map, please"
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*** Kemoran Prime ***
The droid activated a holo-projector, and displayed a map of Kuudaako City on Kemoran Prime.
(Forgive me, Krayav, but I don't have a map of Kemoran Prime on-hand. Are you looking for something specific?)
*** IKS Wayward Spellsword, in transit ***
While the Wayward Spellsword was in transit, Lokahviing set to work opening the Sith Holocron of Darth Plagueis. It was a trivial matter, and he quickly gained access to Plaguies's research notes. Carefully and meticulously, Lokahviing went over the notes - there was no rush. If Alduin was to live once more, he had to do this right the first time.
There was no room for error.
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(Its fine bud!, its just red asking a question, i'm perfectly fine :) )
*Red nodded looking at the map before looking at the droid*'Close the map"
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--Coruscant, Jedi Temple----
"If that's what he said, I fear the holocrons he took are the least of our worries." Kiri replied "I must inform my Matriarch, Immediately, do you have a long range transmitter here?" She asked. "This is a matter of life and death for the whole Galaxy."
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*** Kemoran Prime ***
The droid complied, closing the map and asking, "Is there anything else I might do?"
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"Why?" the sentry asked, "Who's Alduin?"
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Vivian quickly popped out of Raz's stone and was kneeling in front of him, with her hands on his head, "Oh no. Nonononononoo. This, is not good. Raz, please, stay strong.", Vivian stood up and turned around to Luka, "Luka, I need you to get something for me, or rather Razuel."
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Cecilia felt a cold sensation buzz in her head... it was like a brain freeze... "ouch..." she said, "we definitely need to do something."
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Vivian quickly popped out of Raz's stone and was kneeling in front of him, with her hands on his head, "Oh no. Nonononononoo. This, is not good. Raz, please, stay strong.", Vivian stood up and turned around to Luka, "Luka, I need you to get something for me, or rather Razuel."
-Keeljoy residence-
Luka ran downstairs, seeing Raz "What?" She asked, "Whatever it is I think we'll need it fast.
--Courscant---
"You don't know of Alduin?" Kiri asked. "Of course you don't, in your language that is Destroy-Devour Master, but enough of a history lesson I must inform my Matriarch now before it is too late!" Kiri said seeming more rushed than before.
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Red looked at the droid "nothing at this moment" red then started walking out the closed transportation building, stepping out into the hot sun the loomed over kuudako city
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Vivian materialized a screen, "Unfortunately these pictures are the closest that I can get to what he needs.", on the screen it showed a silhouette and a hand with wavy lines coming off of it and a cracked stone that showed it slowly becoming whole, "I think I might know what he needs... Hmm, yes!, those lines I think represent the force or something... so we might need a Jedi, probably a more experienced one... just to be safe... Do you know any, Luka?"
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*** Jedi Temple Forbidden Holocron Storage, Coruscant ***
Though he didn't understand what was going on, the Jedi sentry led Kiri to an FTL Comm terminal, allowing her to access it.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Before Vokun could knock on the door, it opened to reveal Kyle. "You felt it, too?" he asked.
"A disturbance in the force, twice - both of them very much different," Vokun affirmed. "Cecilia felt it, too."
Kyle looked Cecilia in the eyes, his sapphire-blue dragon eyes seeming to glow in the moonlight. "That right?" he asked her. "You felt the disturbance, too?"
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Cecilia nodded, "it hurts my head, we need to talk to the General and warn him. It's very serious."
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"You're looking at him," Kyle said. He stepped outside the Manor and closed the door. "And this confirms my fears."
"How so?" Vokun asked.
"Earlier today, I was approached by one of Anne's ARC clones, saying his team had engaged a Kig-Yar scout in the landing bays," Kyle explained. "Now you two come to me feeling a disturbance in the Force - I'm convinced that the events are tied. I fear the Renewed Covenant may try an open assault, perhaps during the festival."
"They'd be foolish to try," Vokun commented.
"True, but you know as well as I do that the Covvies wouldn't try it unless they had a plan," Kyle said. "They have a trick up their sleeve, something they think will get them past the orbital defenses."
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-----Coruscant, Jedi Temple-----
Kiri quickly sent her message of one word "Alduin" sent to a highly encrypted source. "Done now I need to get going!" Kiri Said zipping out of the room and towards the exit.
---Keeljoy Residence---
"DO I know a jedi?" "Yeah but your not gonna like this." Luka said calling up a "Fasnuu" that was one of the contacts on her phone.
--Indari Manor--
"Dad?" Amie spoke up, walking up behind Kyle. "Would it possibly be that one weapon we heard of when the Coalition and NCC faced them?" Amie asked "Some sort of pulse wave."
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Faasnu answered his comm. "Faasnu here," he said.
"Kyle stepped out, Amie," Anna said as she was feeding Kira.
*** IKS Wayward Spellsword, in transit ***
Lokahviing read it, checked it, double-checked it, triple-checked it, and did it all over three times. This was it.
He had found what he was looking for.
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--Keeljoy residence---
"Master Fasnuu I believe I require you assistance somebody here needs a force user or something..."Luka replied.
----Indari manor----
"Sigh I hoped to tell him before he went out." Amie grumbled, opening the door again and trying to catch up with Kyle, shutting the door behind her "DAD!" she shouted hopeing to get his attention.
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"Then maybe we should increase the security. If we're prepared for the attack then we can minimize the damage done the city and save lives." Cecilia said
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*** Indari Manor ***
"I'm on my way - I'll use a site-to-site transport, stand by," Faasnu responded. He tapped a few commands to his gauntlets, and was whisked to Luka's house in a flash of red light. When he arrived, he looked at the situation. "What happened here?"
Outside the Manor, Kyle nearly jumped out of his skin hearing Amie's voice. "GAH!" he exclaimed. "Amie, don't do that!" Once he breathed a sigh of relief, he looked to Cecilia and said, "And I was thinking that, too. Stay alert - the Renewed Covenant wouldn't openly assault Dragon'taan without reason."
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Cecilia nodded "well... this changes everything... I sure hope that everyone will be safe during the festival. And if something happens that would just be the worst."
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*** Indari Manor ***
"I'm on my way - I'll use a site-to-site transport, stand by," Faasnu responded. He tapped a few commands to his gauntlets, and was whisked to Luka's house in a flash of red light. When he arrived, he looked at the situation. "What happened here?"
Outside the Manor, Kyle nearly jumped out of his skin hearing Amie's voice. "GAH!" he exclaimed. "Amie, don't do that!" Once he breathed a sigh of relief, he looked to Cecilia and said, "And I was thinking that, too. Stay alert - the Renewed Covenant wouldn't openly assault Dragon'taan without reason."
------=Keeljoy residence=-------
" Some blasted idoits broke into my house for some odd reason I caught one his buddies 'ditched' him in fear or something, I let him go but not without a present." Luka replied holding up a small tracker no bigger than a watch battery.
-----Indari manor----
"Dad about the covvies, I think I may know of part of their plan." Amie noted.
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*** Keeljoy Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"So what do you need me for?" Faasnu asked. "Or did you need me to heal the injured man here?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Cecilia, this is my daughter-in-law, Amie - my son, Drake's wife," Kyle said, indicating Amie. "Now what do you think is part of their plan?" he asked Amie.
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*Red walked down the city street, documenting the structures and technology of the Kemorans*
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*** Keeljoy Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"So what do you need me for?" Faasnu asked. "Or did you need me to heal the injured man here?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Cecilia, this is my daughter-in-law, Amie - my son, Drake's wife," Kyle said, indicating Amie. "Now what do you think is part of their plan?" he asked Amie.
"When The Coalition and the NCC first faced off against the remnant their hierarchy's ship fired some sort of pulse that disabled all Kaderon tech within I believe the records stated 1000 mile radius, the Coalition was left unaffected due to their Kapelon tech and the NCC switched to using their new Azurion tech, regardless, If they use that in orbit there's no telling what could happen it might even have an EMP effect "Oh and Tigress wanted to ask you something." She finished handing her 'dad' a commutator.
---Keeljoy residence----
"Dunno his AI said something about a force user." Luka shrugged, you were the one i thought of that wouldn't be busy I hope I didn't interrupt anything between you and your wife."
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Vivian, Raz's AI, was sitting Raz's head, caressing it, "Well the most that I could get out of a series of pictures stored in my memory bank was of two silhouettes and a cracked stone being repaired, so that's why I assumed it was a force user or something.", Vivian brought the series of pictures up on a holographic screen for Faasnu.
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(Krayav, the natives of Kemoran Prime are known as Kemorainians.)
*** Keeljoy Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Faasnu didn't directly answer, instead reaching out with the Force and using it to seal and heal Razuel's wounds. Both light and dark powers were used, the bleeding was stopped, open wounds sealed, internal injuries corrected, and when Faasnu finished, one wouldn't be able to tell Raz had been injured. Faasnu looked to Vivian and Luka. "Make sure he gets a lot of rest - at least a week. Even though I used the Force to heal him, he shouldn't try and rush the recovery."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"But I thought that weapon was destroyed with The Prophet of Revenge, was it not?" Kyle asked.
Vokun leaned closer to Cecilia. "I read about that incident," he whispered to her. "The first contact with the Renewed Covenant. If what Amie suspects is accurate, we may need to try and get into contact with Lord-Admiral Tokarev."
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Raz said something very quiet, but it fell on deaf ears then Vivian spoke, "He said 'Thank you, Faasnu.' "
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(Krayav, the natives of Kemoran Prime are known as Kemorainians.)
*** Keeljoy Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Faasnu didn't directly answer, instead reaching out with the Force and using it to seal and heal Razuel's wounds. Both light and dark powers were used, the bleeding was stopped, open wounds sealed, internal injuries corrected, and when Faasnu finished, one wouldn't be able to tell Raz had been injured. Faasnu looked to Vivian and Luka. "Make sure he gets a lot of rest - at least a week. Even though I used the Force to heal him, he shouldn't try and rush the recovery."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"But I thought that weapon was destroyed with The Prophet of Revenge, was it not?" Kyle asked.
Vokun leaned closer to Cecilia. "I read about that incident," he whispered to her. "The first contact with the Renewed Covenant. If what Amie suspects is accurate, we may need to try and get into contact with Lord-Admiral Tokarev."
"No." Amie replied simply. "It escaped, though they did sustain major losses the Prohpets ship escaped.
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Cecilia had just been taking everything in. She replied to Vokun, "whatever will keep everyone safe. How will we talk to the Lord Admiral? Is he here?"
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"The Lord-Admiral is currently at Outpost Hood, in UNSC space," Kyle told Cecilia, overhearing her question. "And at last report, he was dealing with matters that had cropped up on his end."
*** Keeljoy Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus knelt down next to Razuel. "I never abandon anyone in need - the mercy and compassion of myself and my master knows no bounds. All you need do is ask." He looked to Vivian. "Again, keep him off his feet for at least a week."
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"The Lord-Admiral is currently at Outpost Hood, in UNSC space," Kyle told Cecilia, overhearing her question. "And at last report, he was dealing with matters that had cropped up on his end."
*** Keeljoy Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus knelt down next to Razuel. "I never abandon anyone in need - the mercy and compassion of myself and my master knows no bounds. All you need do is ask." He looked to Vivian. "Again, keep him off his feet for at least a week."
__Outpost Hood___
"Markus?" Krystal asked "I wanted to go to the Dragon'taan fetival is that okay with you?" She asked "You know how to contact me if things get hairy here." She added.
---Coruscant orbit---
Kiri in her Perseus fighter (http://hard-light.net/wiki/images/thumb/Perseus_12_w14_lighting.png/776px-Perseus_12_w14_lighting.png) Reached orbit of the planet not a minute ago ,she had been scanning the surroundings for the ship that had just taken the other Feline from the planet with the holocrons.
"Rachel, can you pick up anything Warp signatures, ion trails?" Kiri asked her AI "At present, Neg, Kiri." The AI responded. "Keep looking there's got to be something he left behind as a trail no one covers their tracks that well in a large ship like that."
"Aff, Kiri." The AI replied back.
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Vivian nodded, "I will... I don't even think that he'll be able to get out of the basement in his current form... so even if he did want to, I don't think he'd be able to."
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"Eh we could always teleport him out onto a dragon sized stretcher."
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(Krayav, the natives of Kemoran Prime are known as Kemorainians.)
*** Keeljoy Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Faasnu didn't directly answer, instead reaching out with the Force and using it to seal and heal Razuel's wounds. Both light and dark powers were used, the bleeding was stopped, open wounds sealed, internal injuries corrected, and when Faasnu finished, one wouldn't be able to tell Raz had been injured. Faasnu looked to Vivian and Luka. "Make sure he gets a lot of rest - at least a week. Even though I used the Force to heal him, he shouldn't try and rush the recovery."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"But I thought that weapon was destroyed with The Prophet of Revenge, was it not?" Kyle asked.
Vokun leaned closer to Cecilia. "I read about that incident," he whispered to her. "The first contact with the Renewed Covenant. If what Amie suspects is accurate, we may need to try and get into contact with Lord-Admiral Tokarev."
(Sorry Romulan)
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(Sorry Romulan)
(No worries, pal. Considering the Kemorainians are from a fledgling book with others planned afterward, I imagine there'd be some confusion. Especially in regards to names.)
__Outpost Hood___
"Markus?" Krystal asked "I wanted to go to the Dragon'taan fetival is that okay with you?" She asked "You know how to contact me if things get hairy here." She added.
---Coruscant orbit---
Kiri in her Perseus fighter (http://hard-light.net/wiki/images/thumb/Perseus_12_w14_lighting.png/776px-Perseus_12_w14_lighting.png) Reached orbit of the planet not a minute ago ,she had been scanning the surroundings for the ship that had just taken the other Feline from the planet with the holocrons.
"Rachel, can you pick up anything Warp signatures, ion trails?" Kiri asked her AI "At present, Neg, Kiri." The AI responded. "Keep looking there's got to be something he left behind as a trail no one covers their tracks that well in a large ship like that."
"Aff, Kiri." The AI replied back.
*** Outpost Hood ***
"You know I wanted to go with you to the festival this year, remember?" Markus asked.
"All do respect, Lord-Admiral," Voro interjected, "You could use some off-time with your wife. And Celina would be pleased to see you again."
Markus half-sighed, half-chuckled. "Point taken," he commented. "Call us if anything comes up?"
"Yes, sir," Voro responded. Markus rose from his seat and headed to Krystal's side.
"Looks like we're going together, after all," he told her.
*** IKS Wayward Spellsword, in transit ***
Lokahviing had it. He even spoke with the hologram of Darth Plagueis about it. What he'd come all this way looking for. The secret. But still, he wondered what secrets he could learn from Darth Nox. So, with nothing better to do as the ship was headed for Dromund Kaas (Will post later), he went about accessing Nox's holocron...
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Vivian pulled up a screen, "Hmm, I don't think that in his state that it'd be safe to do so, especially since that stone in his chest is helping keep the pain down, but if his condition does worsen, I have Scotti on speed dial."
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(Sorry Romulan)
(No worries, pal. Considering the Kemorainians are from a fledgling book with others planned afterward, I imagine there'd be some confusion. Especially in regards to names.)
__Outpost Hood___
"Markus?" Krystal asked "I wanted to go to the Dragon'taan fetival is that okay with you?" She asked "You know how to contact me if things get hairy here." She added.
---Coruscant orbit---
Kiri in her Perseus fighter (http://hard-light.net/wiki/images/thumb/Perseus_12_w14_lighting.png/776px-Perseus_12_w14_lighting.png) Reached orbit of the planet not a minute ago ,she had been scanning the surroundings for the ship that had just taken the other Feline from the planet with the holocrons.
"Rachel, can you pick up anything Warp signatures, ion trails?" Kiri asked her AI "At present, Neg, Kiri." The AI responded. "Keep looking there's got to be something he left behind as a trail no one covers their tracks that well in a large ship like that."
"Aff, Kiri." The AI replied back.
*** Outpost Hood ***
"You know I wanted to go with you to the festival this year, remember?" Markus asked.
"All do respect, Lord-Admiral," Voro interjected, "You could use some off-time with your wife. And Celina would be pleased to see you again."
Markus half-sighed, half-chuckled. "Point taken," he commented. "Call us if anything comes up?"
"Yes, sir," Voro responded. Markus rose from his seat and headed to Krystal's side.
"Looks like we're going together, after all," he told her.
*** IKS Wayward Spellsword, in transit ***
Lokahviing had it. He even spoke with the hologram of Darth Plagueis about it. What he'd come all this way looking for. The secret. But still, he wondered what secrets he could learn from Darth Nox. So, with nothing better to do as the ship was headed for Dromund Kaas (Will post later), he went about accessing Nox's holocron...
---Coruscant Orbit---
"I got something Kiri!" Rachel spoke up. "What?" kiri asked.
"Considering warp drives usually go in a straight line we can almost plot his course and hope to beat him there in subspace." Rachel explained.
"Well what are you waiting for plot a course and engage the subspace drive let's see if we can find him!" Kiri replied just as her ship entered the subspace portal dissapearing from orbit.
--Outpost Hood---
"Shall we take the Aurora there or your ship?" Krystal asked, leaning into Markus a little.
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"The Lord-Admiral is currently at Outpost Hood, in UNSC space," Kyle told Cecilia, overhearing her question. "And at last report, he was dealing with matters that had cropped up on his end."
*** Keeljoy Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus knelt down next to Razuel. "I never abandon anyone in need - the mercy and compassion of myself and my master knows no bounds. All you need do is ask." He looked to Vivian. "Again, keep him off his feet for at least a week."
"I see, we can still like... call him right? Something like that?"
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"You can try," Kyle responded. "But I don't know if he'll answer, given the circumstances he's in."
*** Outpost Hood ***
"No, the Thermopylae needs to remain here, and the Striker is in maintenance," Markus responded. "Better take the Aurora."
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"Alright only if you tell me what you did to the Striker" Krystal teased "I suppose you had a Fender bender with the Galatae ?" She added as she walked into the docking port for the Aurora.
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"No, just needs some general maintenance, nothing serious," Markus responded. With a sarcastic smile, he added, "Though, come to think of it, there was a report of the Striker being involved in a scrape with the Borealis. You wouldn't know anything about that, would you?"
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"Nope it's, Rae's ship now I don't keep track of that stuff ,but I highly doubt it unless one of you went into a collision course." Krystal replied.
----Subspace tunnel (http://www.hard-light.net/wiki/images/thumb/Subspace_Tunnel.PNG/490px-Subspace_Tunnel.PNG)----
"Rachel are you sure about this?" Kiri asked
"No, but we don't have much of a choice from what the Matriarch told us I don't think it's very good thing."
"That's putting it lightly." Kiri grumbled.
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Markus followed Krystal to wherever it was she was going, a broad smile on his face.
*** IKS Wayward Spellsword, Dromund Kaas orbit ***
The Wayward Spellsword dropped out of warp over the abandoned planet of Dromund Kaas, and immediately cloaked. That done, Lokahviing ordered his holographic crew to fly the ship to the other side of the planet, where it descended through the atmosphere and into the jungle expanses surrounding Kaas City. The ship, still cloaked, landed in a clearing, and powered down. Then, Lokahviing went into his quarters to look through the notes of Darth Nox, which he had been interrupted from when he was told by his hologram subordinates that the ship was approaching Dromund Kaas.
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*Red looked sround the city before tripping over...something*
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- Dromund Kaas orbit---
A blue subspace portal opened a few 1000 kilometers from the planet Dromun Kaas, and out came Kiri's ship
"You sure about this?" Kiri asked
"Well it's this planet or the next one in the line."Rachel replied.
"Right..." Kiri sighed starting to head into the atmosphere. ' By the Great Elder Dragons I hope I'm not too late.' she thought as she piloted her ship to the surface.
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While looking through Nox's notes, a holographic Khajiit entered the room. "Commander... orbital sensor drones have picked up another starship entering the system. We estimate they'll be landing planetside inside the next four hours," the crewman reported.
Lokahviing looked up at the crewman. "Any sign they've detected us?" he asked.
"Negative, Commander," the crewman responded.
Lokahviing thought for a moment, then dismissed it. "Likely just a scavenger ship - let them be. What we are here for would be of no concern to them," he said.
"With all due respect, commander," the crewmen protested, "Your objective, if you want it to be successful, must remain hidden - if those scavengers discover what you are doing, they could sabotage your goal."
Lokahviing sighed, then answered, "Very well - keep an eye on them. Alert me if they so much as twitch in my direction."
"Yes, Commander," the crewman said with a salute before he left. Lokahviing sighed, stored the notes of Darth Nox, and nabbed his crossguard lightsabers, then his modded Jem'Hadar Full Auto rifle, and headed out.
While he could easily revive Alduin here without interference, that wasn't what he was on Dromund Kaas for. No, he had something else in mind for his visit here. There were references to an entity known as Kallig in Nox's notes, and Lokahviing wondered if Kallig could shed some light on some mysteries he had grown curious to while studying Nox's holocron. The ability that Nox had used - what was known as Force-Walking - was of particular interest to him.
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"They know we're here." Rachel noted.
"I know I wanted them to." Kiri smirked "When I sent out that 'ping' i was expecting them to send out a message, and they did set a course for the sender, engage full cloak we're gonna cut them off." Kiri replied
"Roger setting course cloaking systems on full..." Rachel said Kiris ship vanishing from sight as well sheilding it from many other ways to detect it. "launch the decoy drone." Kiri said a minute later.
"on your order." Rachel replied.
"Their likely gonna see a ship that vanished from their radar so I think this should do the trick." Kir said pressing the fire button on her control stick, her fighter launching a decoy drone designed to show as the same signature as her ship, flying towards orbit.
"Now we sneak in and wait." Kiri said piloting her ship closer to the 'signal'
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[Vivian]"Luka, there is a reason why those idiots broke in... And it happens more often than you think with Raz.", Vivian was rubbing Raz's head, "It's the stone imbedded in his chest... Unfortunately, it does catch a high price... But I don't think that they'll be coming back though..."
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"All that for a petty stone?" Luka asked "Doesn't seem like the risk is worth the reward to me." The vixen added."Is it always the same guys?" She asked.
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"No, not always, he's been chased by pirates, captured and used for power, but most of them don't live long afterwards, also the stone is apart of a series of 3 stones, and this one contains a magical essence of fire, I mean yes Raz would be able to survive without it... But I'd highly not recommend it, just because I don't know what the true outcome would be since he was born with it."
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"What do you mean 'born with it'?"
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"Well, he was born with it, it fused with his egg when he was in it, and it molded into his chest, his medical files state that this stone is what kept him alive in the egg, ya see, the area that he lived in was victim to a very harmful insecticide that injured the contained creature of any type of womb, so in this case an egg, and a local shaman came by with a stone, the one in his chest now, and it latched onto his egg and surged life through it, making it stronger... And that's how I was made too...", Vivian was showing pictures interpreted of the story.
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Luka sighed" Post-industrial societies..." Luka sighed. "What happened to his parents then?" She asked.
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"You can try," Kyle responded. "But I don't know if he'll answer, given the circumstances he's in."
*** Outpost Hood ***
"No, the Thermopylae needs to remain here, and the Striker is in maintenance," Markus responded. "Better take the Aurora."
"So what are we going to do? It's obvious something is going to happen... I can still feel it..."
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_Indari Manor---
"Dad, Tigress..." Amie said holding out the commincator to Kyle.
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"At age 4, he was taken from his home by space pirates, then at age 10, he was manipulated by a group of space pirates and was forced to kill his parents... But he asked me to keep that memory out of his thoughts, however If brought up, he will talk about it... And to say the least, he killed the space pirates afterwards and buried his parents by hand... That's when he decided to become a Merc, over 30 jobs done by the time he was 16.", Vivian was still rubbing Raz's head.
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"So then the question remains, what are you?" Luka asked "And didn't you need something repaired?
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"Uhmm... Well, I was originally inside the stone, to help him in dire situations... I watched him grow over the years, but he never knew I existed until the day he lost his parents... And I am only permitted to help him when he is troubled or hurt... So I guess that you could say I'm a guardian angel? And as for the other thing, I don't recall needing anything repaired."
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"I thought Raz says the crystal was cracked." Luka replied.
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
The cloaked IKS Wayward Spellsword remained cloaked, giving off no signs of where it was. The crew detected the decoy as it ascended, but made no move. The disappearance of the unidentified fighter also did not go unnoticed. But the Wayward Spellsword managed to track the fighter via low-altitude turbulence created as it flew through the sky - right for the Spellsword. Even so, it was of no concern to Lokahviing, even after his crew warned him that the fighter was headed for them.
So, without anything in the form of hindrance, he ventured into the crumbling ruins of the Dark Temple, looking for Kallig's symbol on the many tombs.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Do you already have Markus on the comm?" Kyle asked Amie.
"Hold on, Cecilia," Vokun murmured, "Maybe Amie has an answer."
*** Keeljoy Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"You mean, this attack was not the first one?" Faasnu asked. "How long has he been marauded?"
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Kiri, had stopped her ship near the cave entrance landing it nearbye as the drone flew back towards her flying directly for the Wayward Spellsword. It gave off some sort of reading as if it were powering up weapons as it got closer.
Meanwhile on the ground Kiri got out of her ship, personal cloaking field and other dampers online, she slowly set her digitigrade foot onto the ground and slowly moved to the entrance and waited.
---Indari Manor---
"I Can, but would you please answer Tigress?" Amie sighed, still holding out the communicator, her arm getting numb.
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Vivian nodded, "Well it is, but it isn't. Ya see, it's cracked on the inside still, but Faasnu provided a thick shell that'll allow for the rest of the crystal to repair."
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***Dromund Kaas ***
The crew of the Wayward Spellsword weren't falling for the Decoy's tricks. But just on the off-chance the drone was armed, the ship's targeting sensors locked onto the drone, and if it fired, the Spellsword would de-cloak and return fire.
Lokahviing, however, was very deep inside the tomb of Kallig, when he was approached by a glowing spirit. "Who dares disturb my domain?" his voice boomed.
"A wandering force-user searching for answers," Lokahviing responded. "I have the holocron of your descendant, Darth Nox."
"Do you?" the spirit responded. "Hm... and you are wondering if what you learned inside was possible for you."
"That is correct, Lord Kallig," Lokahviing affirmed.
"Mmm... Are you aware that Nox lives among the people of Dragon'taan?" Kallig asked.
Lokahviing frowned. "He does?" he answered. "Who is he?"
"He has faithfully served the dragon-shifters and their military, the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps, for years," Kallig responded. "To them, he is known as General Vokun Suleyk."
Lokahviing looked shocked. "A spy!" he murmured.
"Spy? No," Kallig clarified. "A turncoat. He turned his back on the Sith following the death of Emperor Vitiate. Truthfully, I cannot blame him. Many Sith did, and went their own ways. Vokun is no different. Regardless, if it is his knowledge you seek, go to Dragon'taan and seek him out. Tell him I sent you, and give him my regards." Kallig vanished before Lokahviing could voice a response.
"General Suleyk is Darth Nox...?" he whispered.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle took the communicator from Amie and said, "Go ahead, Tigress."
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"Was gonna say I know someone who could have fixed it ,but i guess since it self-repairs i don't need to call her." Luka replied.
---Indari Manor---
"Word travels fast, Kyle reports of a single Kig-Yar have been coming up everywhere , I had some fun planned for the Festival regarding some battlemechs loaded with streamer and confetti guns, considering the circumstances do you mind if I dual load the guns with live ammo just in case?" Tigress sighed. "Other than that Krystal is on the other line for you." Tigress finished sighing "People..."
----Dromund Kaas----
The drone did fire , but it's weapon wasn't meant to destroy anything it was a disruption pulse meant to momentarly disable the Wayward's cloaking device at least locally.
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A small crack then formed on the Stone, and Raz inhaled largely and began clutching the ground, [Vivian]"What the... Raz, what did you do!? Uhhhmm... It'd be best if you did call your friend... just in case... very soon!", [Razuel]"Owww... Ugh... Viv... it. really. hurts. Help... please...", Vivian spread her hand on Raz's forehead, [Vivian]"Don't worry dear, just Sleep.", Raz then slowly closed his eyes and fell asleep fairly quickly, [Vivian]"Please, Luka, call your friend... before it worsens."
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--Keeljoy Residence---
Luka rolled her eyes.
---Dragon'taan armory---
"Dragon'taan armory, armors fixed, upgraded, holes fixed, gel redistributed, guns realigned, and all that..." the large Tiger was cut off.
"Cut the sales, pitch Tigress I need some help at my place pronto Crystal emergency." Luka said over her communicator.
Tigress looked around the room "ON my way, Keri, Amelia make sure the techs finish the armaments of streamers and confetti onto the new Riflemen's, and make sure they don't hurt themselves with the canisters, please. I need to head out for a quick job, I trust you two can handle it." Tigress said , rushing out of the armory towards the Residential district.
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Vivian stared at Luka, "Why did you do that...", Vivian stopped staring, "Well regardless, thank you for calling your friend."
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"Do what?" Luka asked ,placing her hands on her hips.
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"You rolled your eyes, I just want to know why?"
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Luka put her paw/hand to her face. "Because I was going to call her in the first place..." Luka muttered
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Vivian looked down, "I-I'm sorry... I should've thought that you would've... sorry if I offended you..."
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"i'm more disturbed by your silliness than offended if I'm offended at all." Luka sighed.
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Vivian let off a chuckle, "Well, I'm only silly when not on missions, however I treat anything having to do with Raz a mission."
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"Whatever you silly, Pixie." Luka muttered "Just as long as you don't make me miss the festival my squadron has plans.
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"I'M NOT A PIXIE... I'm a Phoenix!"
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"I'M NOT A PIXIE... I'm a Phoenix!"
"Oh so your a phoenix now?" Luka asked "I thought you didn't know what you were... "Phoenix pixie..."
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"I've always been a phoenix, Luka."
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"Yet you can't tell me how you were in that crystal," Luka replied.
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"Er... I-I'm a discarded spirit that was put into the stone by that Shaman all of those years ago when the original spirit began to faulter... O-okay?"
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Luka smacked the crystal hopeing to fix Vivian.
Tigress soon entered the house since Luka had been expecting her the security system let her in, the larg 7 foot tiger rushing into the basemant. "I don't think he's gonna let that go How am i gonna fix that?" The 7ft Snow Tiger asked.
"Vivian?" Luka asked.
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Vivian suddenly became more faded, "DON'T DO THAT, LUKA!!", Vivian then looked over at Tigress, "Don't you have Nanobots or something~something that could~could fix small things in small areas?", Vivian began to double take due to Luka hitting the crystal.
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*** Indari Manor ***
"Very well, Tigress - take care of it, and keep me informed," Kyle responded, then switched to the other line. "Krystal... I take it you have good news?" he asked.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
The cloaking device was, indeed, disrupted, and the moment it was disrupted, a disruptor beam lashed out to smack the drone out of the sky. But, it made little diference - Lokahviing had what he came for, more or less. He stepped out of the cave and paused, looking for the interloper who was causing trouble.
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-Aurora-
"If nothing is good news, then yes, otherwise we're heading back to Dragon'taan for the festival we'll see you in... 2 hours." Krystal replied.
--Dromund Kaas---
The drone's destroyed remains fell to the ground, it's job finished doing more than just temporarily disabling the cloak, meanwhile Kiri spotted Lokahviing, her helmet taking pictures for future reference, for now she stood still, thinking of a plan.
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-New characters-
Anna Steen- White Lioness, captain and commander of starship Faith
Fayam Aerial- Sea Eagle, Bounty Hunter
-End of list-
(Sorry if I copy names or hand out unlawful professions, I'll remove/change if needed)
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(I am a bit confused by the second character's title - Soldier of 'Mantakar. What is that meant to imply?)
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Understood," Kyle responded. "Be advised, there are some things we need to discuss - face to face, not over this line."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Lokahviing paused on spotting Kiri. Did she follow him here, he wondered? What did she want? "Is there something I can help you with, scavenger?" he asked.
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(it means he's a soldier working on the 'Mantakar Outpost)
-Empty space-
Anna woke up from taking a nap. The auto-pilot had coursed the ship directly to Earth, were it not it was millions of miles away. She walked over to the cockpit and looked at the radar. She saw nothing. Nothing but the pulses it regularely sent out, that was. She looked outside but only saw stars. "Man," she mumbled, "I hope I arrive in time to restock on supplies. The crew has been on rations long enough now. I definatly don't want to run out." The ship counted a crew of 4 people including Anna. Now a dot appeared on the radar: they were passing by the Andomeda Galaxy, but Anna knew they couldn't get anything there.
-Outpost 'Mantakar-
Fayam slept, snoring loudly. So loud, in fact, you could hear it in the neighbouring rooms and the hallway. He knew he was a snorer, although he never cared. His alarm clock rang. He woke up and smacked it. Nevertheless he succumbed to his drowsiness and started snoring again.
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(I am a bit confused by the second character's title - Soldier of 'Mantakar. What is that meant to imply?)
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Understood," Kyle responded. "Be advised, there are some things we need to discuss - face to face, not over this line."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Lokahviing paused on spotting Kiri. Did she follow him here, he wondered? What did she want? "Is there something I can help you with, scavenger?" he asked.
- Aurora -
"I had a feeling you'd say that." Krystal replied.
-------------Dromund Kaas-----
"You need to stop what your doing." Kiri started "What is it your really want?" She asked "Because I can guarantee you Alduin will take it all away." She added "I'm certain there are other ways to obtain what you want." She said taking her helmet off to reveal her Khajiit face,she thought that maybe if he'd see that he's speaking to someone close to his species it would help.
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(It would be fair to say Fayam is a merc working there, considering the Coalition military is purely sentient holographic soldiers. If you need an explanation, feel free to PM either me or Ambre.)
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
The XO of the Coalition, Admiral Voro 'Mantakar, happened to be passing by Fayam's quarters when he heard loud snoring. He sighed, looking at the time, then turned to the door, pressing the call button to let the sleeping soldier inside know he has a visitor.
(Just so you know, Voro is a Holographic Sangheili. You know who the Sangheili are, right?)
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Lokahviing was surprised to see another of his kind here on Dromund Kaas. He had been of the impression he was the only Khajiit to have left Tamriel to wander the stars. "You speak as though you know Alduin. You do not. Not in the way I do. Where you see a dark, evil Dovah, I see the only Dovah who cared about me - who treated me as kin. He was corrupted by the war against the humans - corruption I aim to reverse. Did you know that in the years before the Dragon War, human raiders plundered a Khajiit village, but were driven off by a dragon? I know not what the humans would have done to me, nor do I want to know; what's important is that Alduin took me in. Sheltered me. Fed me. Gave me what humans had taken from me, showed me the path to my immortality. Is it so wrong to want back something that was taken?"
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"I have heard of the, crimes against the Khajiit race." Kiri began "But I am not, what you would call Khajiit." She added "I am Dovah'kiir, a dragon born into a Khajiit body, I have never seen Elsweyr, Nor do i plan to." She added. "How about this, can i come with you? Maybe I can convince you , later." Kiri offered.
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"You are not convincing me of anything, but I won't turn away a helping hand," Lokahviing responded. "That said, I need to make a trip to Korriban. Do you know where that is?"
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Vivian then returned back from being faded, "There is one way that I can think of that you could remove the stone... But you'd have to be quick with fixing it."
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"You are not convincing me of anything, but I won't turn away a helping hand," Lokahviing responded. "That said, I need to make a trip to Korriban. Do you know where that is?"
"Not exactly,but my navigation computer might have it?" Kiri replied simply.
----KeelJoy residence.----
"I may not have to remove it depedning on the serverity of the internal damage." Tigress noted.
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There was a small faint discolored crack in the middle of the stone, obviously internal, "Okay, well it looks like it's not all that big, but still treat it like a thin piece of glass, please."
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Tigress put her hand to her face "I deal with Crystal hard drives..." She muttered pulling out a crystal repair tool.
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"Not exactly,but my navigation computer might have it?" Kiri replied simply.
Lokahviing pondered for a moment, then approached Kiri. "No tricks," he warned her, his tone having a half-question to it.
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"It's not mechanical...", Vivian then went back inside the stone.
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"Krystal... is she a friend of the Lord-Admiral? 2 hours seems like a long wait."
(And... umm... is Vokun secretly evil?)
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"Neither are crystal hard drives." Tigress replied attaching the device to the crystal "This should regenerate the crystal if not I may have to get more invasive.
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(No, Vokun isn't secretly evil. Like Faasnu, he is an ex-Sith Lord. Vokun was once Darth Nox, a member of the Dark Council in the Sith Empire. After the death of the Sith Emperor, he and K'torr turned their backs to the Sith ways and went their own direction, eventually coming into contact with General Kyle prior to the Marauder War.)
"Krystal is Lord-Admiral Tokarev's wife," Vokun responded.
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"Not exactly,but my navigation computer might have it?" Kiri replied simply.
Lokahviing pondered for a moment, then approached Kiri. "No tricks," he warned her, his tone having a half-question to it.
"It's a little late for 'tricks' Kiri sighed, rolling her eyes 'Are all men like this?' she asked in thought.
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(Okay, thanks for the clarification. ^_^)
"So I was right then." Cecilia said, smiling. "It'll be nice to meet them. And we could sure use their help."
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"Lokahviing to the Wayward Spellsword... two to beam back," Lokahviing said into his gauntlet communicator. "Beam our guest's fighter to the primary cargo bay."
"Understood, Commander," responded his subordinate. "Ready for transport."
Lokahviing looked to Kiri. "Close your eyes," he told her. "It makes the transporter experience much less nauseating."
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"I know." Kiri replied simply "This isn't my first Rodeo."
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"Energize," Lokahviing commanded. In a flash of red light, he, Kiri, and Kiri's ship were whisked away, Kiri and Lokahviing being deposited on the bridge of the Wayward Sword, the fighter being put in the cargo bay. "Helm, ascension protocol," Lokahviing commanded. He assumed the Captain's chair, while indicating a vacant seat for Kiri to take. The hull shuddered as the ship began to rise above the canopy of Dromund Kass's jungles.
"Admiral," one of the subordinates piped up, "I have a ship dropping out of FTL speed, dead astern! Breen Chel Grett Warship! They're running a sensor sweep!"
"Engage Tal Shiar cloaking device," Lokahviing commanded. He looked to Kiri to ask, "Something you forgot to mention?"
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"No, they should not be following me, if anything shivan ships should have shown up." Kiri replied
As is almost on cue,a Subspace portal opened (http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y184/VA--Twisted_Infinities/Effects/Subspace2.jpg) just out of orbit of the planet, out coming an odd looking Ship (http://www.hard-light.net/wiki/images/thumb/Sccain.jpg/500px-Sccain.jpg) slowly coming out of it large blue lights lighting up on it's 3 arms "This is the NCC Repulse, power down your weapons and shields and we will add your biological and technological distinctiveness to our own!" The captain of the ship sort of joked.
"Don't fire on that ship it's a friendly focus on the Breen ship." Kiri noted, tapping on something near her waist.
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==Luka's house==
A look of peace went over Raz's face, while his stone was being repaired.
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The Wayward Spellsword, cloaked, rose above the jungle canopy and started to ascend through the atmosphere. "Regardless of whether or not those are friends of yours, the Breen likely will fire on them," Lokahviing said.
True to prediction, the Breen ship turned to face the unidentified ship and fired a tachyon inversion beam, powering up it's forward Polaron Disruptor Array as the Tachyon Inversion Beam streaked for the newcomer.
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---Keeljoy house.----
"This should regenerate the Crystal I do not not how long it will take though." Tigress noted.
--Dromund Kass orbit----
"Eh not like it'll matter." Kiri laughed.
"Not much for subtlety. are they?" The captain , a light blue vixen, Named Sera asked.
"Captain our first shield layer is being drained." said one of the holographic Sangheili crewmen.
"Guess that's our answer, fry it." Sera responded
"Aff captain."
The Repulse fully charged then fired it's forward beam cannons at the Breen ship , three beams firing off the front 'arms' of the ship.
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As the Wayward Spellsword headed into Orbit, the Breen ship's shields took hits, and it fired it's forward disruptor array at the Repulse.
"Thank you, random encounters," Lokahviing commented.
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the second layer of shields absorbed most of the disruptor fire barley taking much damage.
"Oh they want an encore?" Sera asked. "power up the secondary cannons and prepare a suprized
"yes sir!" Replied the Cerinian Fox, hologram helmsmen.
The two small prongs on the front of the ship between the 3 arms, started to glow blue then fired two additional beams at the Breen ship, swarms of hornet missiles (http://www.hard-light.net/wiki/images/Hornet.gif) from various launchers on the 'arms' at the Breen ship, which was now in the face of 5 beam cannons and dozens and dozens of hornet missiles.
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A puff of fire came off of the stone, indicating that the stone was fully healed again, Raz then opened his eyes shortly after, and saw Tigress standing over him, "Thank you so much...", Raz then looked at Luka, "Sorry if I I've been a nuisance to you, Luka."
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"Trust me when I say I'm use to it by now?" Luka replied
Tigress took the device off the crystal "Anytime i can help, I need to get going in have preparations for the festival to finish." The large Tiger said, getting up to head out
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Raz waved his tail goodbye, "have fun!"
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The Breen ship sustained multiple hits, and the shields flared, but otherwise held. The Chel Grett Warship fired engines and made for orbit, firing disruptor beam arrays at the Repulse as it went.
In orbit, the IKS Wayward Spellsword, having gleaned the location of Korriban, dropped cloak and went to Warp, heading for the speculated birthplace of the Sith. "I will warn you right now, Kiri," Lokahviing warned his Dovahkiir counterpart, "Korriban is not to be taken lightly. The whole planet is dangerous, especially the Sith Academy and the Valley of the Dark Lords. We must be careful there."
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The Repulse's secondary shields barley took damage from all the attacks reading at 89 %.
"Tougher than we thought, fine Fire all weapons engage the Azruion tech!" Sera said
The 5 beam cannons which were still on were now complimented by 6 disruptors mounted on the sides of the arms, color of the energy output changing from a blue to a very light blue as the Azurion tech was engaged doubling the damage. More Hornet missiles were fired in a pattern of every 5 to 10 seconds.
"I can handle it, My name Kiri by the way."
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Lokahviing paused before saying, "Taral... Darth Taral."
The Breen warship took multiple hits, some of which battered through the shields and detonated on the hull, causing it to spew fire, smoke and debris. The engines went into an imbalance and exploded, and the Chel Grett warship plummeted to a nearby swamp. The crash damaged the ship beyond repair.
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(It would be fair to say Fayam is a merc working there, considering the Coalition military is purely sentient holographic soldiers. If you need an explanation, feel free to PM either me or Ambre.)
(Changed! Fayam is now officially a Bounty Hunter, catching criminals for mad cash)
*Space near Andomeda Galaxy*
The starship Faith resembled an X, with two shorter wings in the front and somewhat longer ones on the back. The rear wings carried the nuclear engines, while the front held weapon pods. The center piece was the actual ship, holding the cockpitin the front, a quite sizeable cargo bay in the rear and all other crew facilities in the middle. It was thus classified as "general purpose spaceship", because it could act as cargo ship if needed, but also enough armed to be a battleship. The crew itself consisted of Anna, the captain and commander, a gunslinger for the weapons, a mechanic that also was a good cook and a secondary officer often operating as navigator.
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam was still messing up the hallways with his snoring loud enough for a chainsaw to learn from it. He turned around, yawned once and the snoring continued again. After an hour or so he finally woke up and moved over to his trusty battleship which he somehow named Blowfish. It was heavily armoured and armed to the teeth. It counted a total of 15 guns, lasers and launchers but its radar quality was horrible. The cockpit had reinforced glass but only seated one. Once seated, Fayam contacted the outpost to learn whatever criminals he could go after and, more important to him, which one gave him the highest reward. He loved the thrill of epic battles and getting cash for turning in the "most wanted". It's not a surprise he was filthy rich.
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"Alright then." Kiri replied. "Have you heard of a Darth Nox?" She asked.
-----Repulse---
"Alright that concludes our 'trial run'." Sera said. "plot a course back to New Cerinia, we're getting this ship a new name.
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"Only what Kallig told me," Lokahviing responded. "That he is among General Indari's Command Staff as General Vokun Suleyk. But we are making a stop at Korriban to see if we can find anything of Nox's that might help us win his support in this... Force-walking side-project. But bringing father back is my primary objective - which is also why I'm headed to Korriban; Plagueis's Holocron noted some things of his that he left on Korriban that will be of use. But, as I have indicated, we will need to be careful - something stirs on Korriban, something... beyond death."
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Kiri sighed at the mention of Alduin, she had to do something to stop it hopefully her friends on Dragon'taan could turn his decision... "I'll be careful." she said.
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Lokahviing sensed Kiri's misgivings. "You don't agree with my decision to revive Alduin," he surmised. "I can understand why. But there are things about Alduin you aren't seeing."
"Admiral," the helmsman said, "We're approaching Korriban."
"Slow to impulse," Lokahviing commanded. "Engage the cloaking device once we're secure from Warp Speed."
The IKS Wayward Spellsword dropped out of warp, and immediately cloaked.
"Know anything about Korriban that's happened recently?" Lokahviing asked Kiri.
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"Not really." Kiri replied " We will talk about him later, Teral."
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"Taral," Lokahviing corrected Kiri as the ship settled in among the tombs in the Valley of the Dark Lords. "XO, you have the conn. Kiri and I will head into the Sith Academy and see what we can find. Keep the transporters primed - if there are hostilities inside, we'll need a quick getaway."
"Understood, sir," the Holo-Klingon XO responded. Lokahviing rose from the captain's chair, picked up a Modified EE3 Blaster Rifle from his quarters, then his Crossguard Lightsaber, and he headed outside via a boarding ramp that lowered from the belly of the ships.
He headed into the valley, stopping at a skeletal corpse that appeared human. Indicating it, he said, "These broken corpses are all that remain of the Sith on Korriban; I don't know how much of a scavenger you are, but I doubt there would be anything to gain by looting these corpses and whatever lay buried beneath them; it would be best to leave them be."
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"depends on what sort of Scavenger you are." Kiri replied, helmet materializing over her hand and Bowcaster also mateirlizing in her hand, she loaded a materialized clip and set the bocaster to her back while an odd device (http://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/0/5911/1062647-sword_hilt.jpg) appeared on her waist
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"I'm a scavenger, myself - I take anything I can use, and sell what I can't. That's how my entire fleet and I work. But I've heard enough stories about the spirits that haunt this place to know that disturbing the dead here on Korriban will cause... undesirable encounters," Lokahviing explained, ignoring the Sangheili Plasma Sword on Kiri's belt. He moved further into the valley, telling her, "Stay close - you don't want to know what happens to the people who get lost in the Valley of the Darl Lords."
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"I think I know." Kiri replied pointing to another corpse.
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Lokahviing moved deeper into the valley, which seemed deathly quiet, aside from the slight blowing wind. Lokahviing kept his eyes peeled for anything - something felt off on this planet, and he was certain it wasn't the Dark Side aura Korriban was infamous for that he felt. No, something was waiting for him here.
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"Why Do i get the feeling we're being whatched?" Kiri asked one eye on her motion tracker , something keeping her on edge.
---Dragon'taan orbit-
A subspace portal opened about 100 kilometers from orbit , out comine the Repulse
"This is the NCC Repulse Requesting space dock for retrofitting of our new vessel."
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"You aren't the only one," Lokahviing said as he approached the rear entrance to the Sith Academy - the doors were left wide open. "Keep your eyes peeled... something's not right," he cautioned.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Acknowledged, Repulse, you are cleared for dry dock - approach when ready," stated a human voice.
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The Repulse flew into drydock and almost immediately drones began the refit, slowly changing the red colors to blue.
----Korriban----
"No scat, Darth" Kiri replied simply, making sure her Bowcaster was loaded, eye checking her suits shields.
--_Dragon'taan---
A smaller female version of Markus, named Celina, wandered around the manor looking for somebody. "Aunt Maria,Anna?" She asked calling out for someone. "I need to go somewhere can someone take me?"
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*** Korriban ***
Lokahviing kept his EE3 leveled and ready to fire, but there was nothing in sight. In direct contrast with the area outside, where the wind provided a constant flow of sound, the Sith Academy halls were deathly quiet, with only a hollow booming to disturb the otherwise perfect silence. Lokahviing crept about the academy, moving toward one of the chambers where a desk sat with a strange mark.
"This was his office," Lokahviing murmured.
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If Lokahviing could see Kiri's face he could see the bored expression on her muzzle,reguardless she kept her guard up something definitely had her on edge.
---Dragon'taan, Indari manor----
"Anybody here? Grandpa Draco? Grandma Shela?"
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Sheila came walking into the main hall. "Celina?" she asked, "What are you doing up? Is something wrong?"
*** Korriban, Sith Academy, Darth Nox's chambers ***
Getting what he came here for was easy for Lokahviing - in a jiffy, he had what he was after, stored in his pack. It was as he was heading back the way they came, as they entered the central antechamber, that he stopped in his tracks, staring at something that hadn't been there before.
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"Since uhh Kira is busy, I.. umm was chosen to re-christen a new Ship it's just docked and they called me in." Celina replied. "I'm just kinda super happy about it, but i need a ride."
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"What's that?" Kiri asked hand over her plasma sword hilt, crouching down into a fighting stance.
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"Oh, okay! Well, hop on! Where do they need you?" Sheila responded.
*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
The half-dead human creature rose from his meditation, approaching Kiri and Lokahviing. "Did you come here for answers?" he asked, his voice somehow having a mechanical thrum to it. "There are none. The call of Korriban is strong, but it is the call of the dead. It is fitting you came here."
"Who are you?" Lokahviing asked, slinging his rifle and grabbing his crossguard lightsaber.
"I am known as Darth Rumyana. I have studied you, immersed myself in you. I know the paths you walked in exile. I know the one you call your father."
"You know Alduin?" Lokahviing queried.
"I know him, as a disciple knows his master, and as a master knows his disciple," Rumyana responded.
"And what's your interest in Alduin?" Lokahviing inquired.
"I want Alduin to die, and see all he has built cast down. All he holds dear, in shards, at his feet," Rumyana answered.
"And what do you think he wants with me?" Lokahviing asked.
"He clings to hope - that perhaps there is a powerful fool that can bring him back," Rumyana replied. "He is a fool who escaped death once - he will not do so again."
"I will not let you harm father," Lokahviing growled, getting ready to activate his lightsaber.
"But you do not know him as I do," Rumyana said. "You have not survived his teachings, as I have. You have not bested him in battle, as I have. You are nothing. Yet still, he speaks to you! Is willing to give everything for you! You are a wretched thing, a thing of weakness and fear. You are his child in name only. I am the master! And that is why you will die!" Rumyana activated a blood-red lightsaber, and Lokahviing activated his crossguard lightsaber, the blade and crossguard emitting a violet color.
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"Umm can you fly in space, Grandma? they need me in Space dock 10." The young Tiger responded.
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"No, I can't fly in space - but I can fly you to the Tether," Sheila chuckled, indicating the elevator-like structure that went all the way up towards Dragon'taan Orbit. "I imagine you can take the Tether to the Space Docks, where someone will guide you to where you need to go. Does anyone else know you're coming?"
*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
Rumyana lunged at Lokahviing, and Lokahviing countered, and for what seemed hours, but was only minutes, the two combatants traded blows, until Lokahviing disarmed Rumyana, punched him across the face - which served to cause him to momentarily expose his back - and ran his lightsaber up his back next to his spine. The half-dead Sith cried out and dropped, and Lokahviing extinguished his lightsaber and accessed his comm. "Taral to the Wayward Spellsword - two to beam back!"
"That's not possible, Admiral - someone's put up a transporter inhibitor field; we can't get a lock on you!" Lokahviing's subordinate answered. "Exit the academy, and we can get you out of there!"
Lokahviing motioned for Kiri to follow. "Come on!" he called out, "If Rumyana is what I think he is, he's not gonna stay down!" he started back the way they'd come, heading for the door that led to the Valley of the Dark Lords.
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"No, I can't fly in space - but I can fly you to the Tether," Sheila chuckled, indicating the elevator-like structure that went all the way up towards Dragon'taan Orbit. "I imagine you can take the Tether to the Space Docks, where someone will guide you to where you need to go. Does anyone else know you're coming?"
*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
Rumyana lunged at Lokahviing, and Lokahviing countered, and for what seemed hours, but was only minutes, the two combatants traded blows, until Lokahviing disarmed Rumyana, punched him across the face - which served to cause him to momentarily expose his back - and ran his lightsaber up his back next to his spine. The half-dead Sith cried out and dropped, and Lokahviing extinguished his lightsaber and accessed his comm. "Taral to the Wayward Spellsword - two to beam back!"
"That's not possible, Admiral - someone's put up a transporter inhibitor field; we can't get a lock on you!" Lokahviing's subordinate answered. "Exit the academy, and we can get you out of there!"
Lokahviing motioned for Kiri to follow. "Come on!" he called out, "If Rumyana is what I think he is, he's not gonna stay down!" he started back the way they'd come, heading for the door that led to the Valley of the Dark Lords.
"Great just what I needed more company!" Kiri Growled as she ran out of the Acadamy with Lokahviing
---Dragon'taan---
"Yeah the whole crew knows along with a couple others." Celina replied, climbing onto her Grandma's back.
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Lokahviing dashed out of the academy, and as soon as he stopped just shy of the Valley of the Dark Lords, he and Kiri would be beamed back aboard the Wayward Spellsword. "That was too close," Lokahviing sighed. "Helm, get us out of here!"
The Kor-class Bird-of-Prey rose from the Valley and headed for orbit, where a pair of Klingon Raptor-class Escort cruisers dropped out of warp with a retrofitted Klingon B'rel Bird-of-Prey. "Well, that was convenient," Lokahviing responded, assuming the Captain's chair.
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"Are they allies or foes though?" Kiri asked, supersized at the sudden appearance of more Klingon ships."
--Dragon'taan--
"I hope I'm not late!" Celina noted gently kicking as if she were on a horse.
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"Those aren't KDF ships - they're from my fleet," Lokahviing responded. "They must have gotten word we were in trouble and headed here to back me up. Tactical, stand down cloaking device. Helm, plot a course for Dragon'taan, maximum warp. Comms... get a line to our escorts, let them know our heading and tell them to form up around us."
The three Klingon ships formed up around the Wayward Spellsword as it de-cloaked, and they all prepped for warp speed.
"Anything I need to know about Dragon'taan?" Lokahviing asked Kiri.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Don't worry, you'll get there with plenty of time to spare," Sheila assured her grandchild. She landed just shy of the Orbital Tether and told the guards, "This young lady is here on business for the DMC/NCC."
"We know - we just received word," one of the guards responded. "Come with us, we'll get you where you need to go."
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Celina got off her Grandmother and followed the guards "Sorry if I'm late.
---------------------- Korriban orbit
"Only that it's a biiiig city." Kiri replied "We'll have a hard time finding people."
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One of the guards opened the door, and the other guided Celina inside. "Grab onto the overhead bar, and hold on tight," the guard instructed Celina.
*** Korriban orbit ***
"What of the one known as Vokun Suleyk?" Lokahviing asked. "Know anything about him?"
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"No I don't... I left my home a month and a half ago, joined up with the DMC just at the end of the month I'm still learning the commanders names." Kiri replied.
___Dragon'taan----
"Why?" Celina asked grabbing a hold just in case.
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"Ascension can be a little sudden," the guard said. The elevator doors closed and locked, and the guards grabbed an overhead bar shortly before the pod lurched upward.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"So you know little more than I do," Lokahviing sighed. "Very well. Helm, engage on-course."
The Wayward Spellsword then went to warp with her escorts.
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"I've been through worse." Celina replied
---Korrigan orbit.---
"As far as for the information you need yes." Kiri replied
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The pod continued to rise into the sky, until the sky became darker and darker and eventually gave way to the eternal night and stars of space, with the bustling starship traffic in orbit.
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"When we get to dragon'taan though can we speak to someone?" Kiri asked "He may know who and what your looking for."
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"I don't see why not," Lokahviing responded. "Who did you have in mind?"
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'I'll save that for when we get there." Kiri replied, pressing a button on her belt.
---Indari manor----
A small light and beep went off on Amie's belt, The red vixen in her sleepware tried to get to the device before it disturbed Drake. "Hmm, where's Grandpa?" Amie asked.
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"Grandpa's in his lair beneath the manor," Drake responded as he removed his shirt.
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Tether ***
The pod stopped inside the station orbiting Dragon'taan, and once pressure had normalized, the doors opened.
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A cloaked figure stood in the opening purple eyes glowing,but somehow only Celina could see it, next to her a Dark blue vixen, waited, someone, the little tiger would recognize, Alessia.
Celina stepped out of the pod a little shaken from the trip but nothing serious. "Ugh teleporting is more unsettling than this." She grumbled walking towards the Dark furred Vixen.
"Hey Celina long time no see." Alessia or Alex, Replied
The cloaked vixen revealed to be a purple vixen by the lights from the pod but only her face had been seen and only for a few seconds.
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==Luka's house==
The doorbell rung, and on the other side of the door was Scotti, Razuel's Mister Handy, "Excuse me, but is this the residence of Ms.Luka?"
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"How long until we hit Dragon'taan?" Lokahviing asked.
"Ten minutes, Admiral," the helmsman answered. Lokahviing sat silent, surprised in a corner of his mind how his Dovahkiir companion hadn't commented on how these holograms were calling him Admiral.
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Luka grumbled walking up to the door and opening it "What?" She asked in a sort of annoyed tone.
----Wayward Spellsword---
"What sort of FTL do you use on this thing?" Kira asked
---Dragon'taan Docking bays---
Alex lead, Celina towards the new ship it was almost finished being repainted ,still needed the new refits though it hadn't gottan all it's weapons installed yet, during it's field trial.
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"On this ship, along with all my other ships, I use Quantum Slipstream Drives," Lokahviing responded. "Somewhat faster than Transwarp, and a damn sight more accurate than standard Warp Drive."
(Waiting on Celina to re-christen the Avenged Kitsune.)
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"May I come in, miss? I'd just like to speak to my captain."
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"Whose your captain?" Luka asked
---'SpellSword'----
"Still not as fast as Subspace." Kiri grumbled.
_Dragon'taann orbit.
"Sheese what is with all the weapons?" Celina asked, looking at the refit.
"I think Krystal said they were going to be the new flagship of the NCC Fleet and she might even consider using one herself, as a slightly faster ship maybe giving the Aurora to someone else I dunno.
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"Dropping out of warp in two minutes, Admiral," reported Helm.
"Let's hope they don't think the wrong thing and try and blast us out of the sky," Lokahviing mumbled.
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"Keep your weapons and shields down an they won't Kiri replied simply.
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"Whose your captain?" Luka asked
---'SpellSword'----
"Still not as fast as Subspace." Kiri grumbled.
_Dragon'taann orbit.
"Sheese what is with all the weapons?" Celina asked, looking at the refit.
"I think Krystal said they were going to be the new flagship of the NCC Fleet and she might even consider using one herself, as a slightly faster ship maybe giving the Aurora to someone else I dunno.
He's the dragon that you let sleep here, Razuel Dracon...", Scotti turned around to reveal the symbol that was on Raz's ship, then turned back around, "So, may I please see my captain?"
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Luka grumbed' Fine." She said unlocking the door and letting them in. "Mess with anything and you'll have 7ft tiger after you."
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Scotti gave a quick salute as confirmation, [Scotti]"Yes, madam.", Scotti floated into the house, and a subtle beeping came from him and he got to the basement door and went down and saw Raz, "Oh no, what happened, Vivian?", [Vivian]"Burgles, they tried to take the stone.", [Scotti]"Same ones?", [Vivian]"No, these ones were inexperienced, but they did know their objective well... I might wipe Raz's info from the Galaxy database when we get back to the ship.", Raz then tapped Scotti on one of his arms, [Razuel]"It's okay, Scotti, it's all fixed now, I'm just regaining my strength right now.", [Scotti]"Well that's good news, sir, however I hate to say that the gas produced in the ship has now deemed it in quarantine, due to the small creatures about the ship becoming hostile... a bunny was chewing on my arm when I left, but it's gone now... so in that case, they're gonna let myself and other robots work on cleaning the place up... but this may take longer than when earlier intended.", Raz placed his head on the ground, as a sign of annoyance, [Razuel]"Great... well, you can go now. Vivian will be able to keep tabs on me, so she'll call in the instance that I'm attacked again... considering that I still am targeted..."
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'We could arrange for a more secure location for you." Luka noted as she stepped downstairs.
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[Scotti]"Personally, I'm with her on this one, sir. She is apart of a policing force.", [Vivian]"I'd say yes as well.", [Razuel]"Alright, but do you have in mind of where I might be moved to, Luka?"
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"If you don't mind being so close to space, i think i can arrange one of the new apartments in the space docks." Luka noted.
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In the traffic of Dragon'taan Orbit, a small group of Klingon ships dropped out of warp - one Kor bird-of-prey, one retrofitted bird-of-prey, and two Raptor escort cruisers. None of them were running with shields up or weapons charged.
"This is Darth Taral of the IKS Wayward Spellsword to Dragon'taan... requesting permission to beam down planetside," Lokahviing requested over an open channel.
*** Suleyk Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Vokun audibly hissed as his Force sense went wild. Something was here - something that had come for him.
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"I'd prefer not, in all due respect, I'd like to stay planet-bound for now, but if it is absolutely the only choice, then I'd go along with it...", Raz looked slightly disappointed with the current choice.
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"There's also housing right next to the docks your ship is in." Luka notd.
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"Although that is true, I might be targeted there, anywhere further?"
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"You'll be targeted Anywhere on Dragon'taan." Luka noted.
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"Yeah, but it'd be less of a chance of being if I was further away from my ship."
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"I don't know of any other open spots." Luka sighed "You can stay here if you want ,but you'll have to ask around for other places.
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"Hmm, isn't there a manor nearby? I'm sure that they have excellent security."
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"Indari manor?" Luka asked "you really think you could get into the manor of the high General Indari?" Luka asked "I only visit there from time to time, he has a big family.."
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"Wouldn't hurt to ask... I hope not anyway..."
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Lokahviing patiently waited for a response. "This contact of yours," he asked Kiri, "Who is it, so I know who I'm meeting with?"
*** Drakona Residence ***
Kabier woke suddenly, feeling her baby son kicking in her belly. She chuckled, rose from bed, threw on a robe, and headed into the kitchen for a midnight snack.
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"You'll know her when you see her." Said a cloaked vixen walking up to the two.
"Well he was suppose to be her, but Draco must be busy, probably be planetside." Kiri replied
-Dragon'taan, orbital shipyard and docks.---
Celina and Alex hurried on their way towards the Repulse's space dock where it was being refitted.
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Raz took a moment to think, "Hmm, I do recall meeting a, Draco Indari...? And I believe another, Kyle Indari... I might be able to stay there for a while if I talk to them. Is there a way that you could get one of them here at some point?"
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"I wish you luck with that." Luka replied " I dunno if he has any guest rooms." She shrugged.
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Lokahviing leapt in surprise, activating his lightsaber and pointing it at the new arrival. At the same time, the bridge crew all pointed disruptors at her. "Who are you, and how did you get aboard my ship?" Lokahviing growled.
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"Could you get one of them here... since I still can't leave here..."
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Why not?" Luka asked
--'Spellsword'
" Force user and you still can't tell the diffrence between a force ghost and a real person, Darth Nox would be disappointed." The force ghost of Spyra said. "Meet me planet side, I'll be waiting." The ghost vanished her voice slightly echoing..
"What was that all about?" Kiri asked.
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Razuel assumed that she was talking about him not being able to leave yet, "Well, I still lack the strength to stand right now, however I should be able to withstand being teleported by this point, with the cost of becoming unconscious for a short period of time."
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"... if what you say is true, he's gonna need a more secure place to stay 'till we get this sorted out," Kyle told his older brother. "Especially with the Renewed Covenant on the loose again. Is Luka in our contacts?" Kyle asked.
"She should be," Mathayus answered as Kyle went about trying to hail Luka via the transmitter network.
*** IKS Wayward Spellsword, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Lokahviing paused when the ghost disappeared, then deactivated his lightsaber. "Admiral," Comms piped up, "Dragon'taan Orbital Traffic Control is signaling - you are cleared to beam down planetside." Lokahviing nodded, then motioned for Kiri to follow him to the transporter room.
"Was that your contact?" he asked her as he stepped onto one of the pads.
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(I remember Mathayus being there, but I don't think Kyle was there.)
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"No, but I have a feeling she's tied into what your doing." Kiri replied , following Lokahviing
_KeelJoy residence---
Luka grabbed her private communcator , yeah I'm up what is it? Luka shook her head "Great Daydreams..." Sorry Kyle wht's up?"
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"Later," Lokahviing growled with a sudden hostility. He looked to the transporter chief. "Energize." The transporter put them down just outside the spaceport, near a cantina.
*** Indari Manor ***
"Captain Keeljoy," Kyle said, "Lord Faasnu tells me you have someone in your house that may be in need of a secure location to stay while he recovers from injury?"
(Mathayus was there. He went back to Indari Manor and reported to Kyle about what had happened. Or were you unclear on a different matter?)
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"Yeah he was attacked by some blasted pirates." Luka replied "say's he's took weak to stand at the moment." She added
"Nid Nu." A small purple dragon said (think spyro but female.) pointing a claw at Lokahviing
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(I knew that Mathayus was there, and that he left, just the context was a little confusing.)
Scotti gave Raz a little device the size of an oreo, "I'll be leaving now, Sir, but here's a stick-on shield from the storage closet back on the ship... you'll probably need it in the future.", Scotti then floated up the stairs and out the door and went back to the Draconis, Razuel's ship.
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Lokahviing growled viciously, igniting his violet lightsaber in one hand and brandishing lightning in the other. "Wo los hi... ahrk han dreh hi mindok fin nemm Lokahviing?!" (Who are you... and how do you know the name Lokahviing?!)
"Can you get him over to Indari Manor?" Kyle asked.
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Lokahviing growled viciously, igniting his violet lightsaber in one hand and brandishing lightning in the other. "Wo los hi... ahrk han dreh hi mindok fin nemm Lokahviing?!" (Who are you... and how do you know the name Lokahviing?!)
"Can you get him over to Indari Manor?" Kyle asked.
"Can you teleport him?" LUka asked "As I said he can't move, yet."
"uu'u Los Dovah'mon ahrk Zu'u korrav hin miiraad."
(I am Dragon Dauhter and I see your path.)
Kiri just looked between the two of them
"Hin ven Miiraad fen bo wah Al. Nu Hon."
( Your current path will come to destruction now Listen )
"I can see your path, it will only lead to your destruction and the destruction of many worlds, Alduin will decieve you I know, stop now before it's too late, there are many here with family many of which.. could even be your family.
" Dreh hi hon, Brod?" she finsihed
(Do you hear, family.)
Kiri looked between the two again. "Who is this Lokahviing?" she asked Turning to him. "Is that what you want? Family?" she asked.
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"Lokahviing is my name," Lokahviing told Kiri, "My dragon name. The name Alduin gave me. He was the only father I ever knew." He pointed his lightsaber at Spyra. "And how do you know what Alduin will do? You do not know him as I do. You do not see the good in him, as I do."
"Because you see good in him does not necessarily mean that it is there," stated a deep voice. Nearby, Draco came into view. Lokahviing extinguished both his lightsaber and his lightning and bowed before Draco. Draco raised an eye ridge.
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((Hmmm..... it seems like I missed a lot.... where do I come back in? Or is it too late?))
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"Lokahviing is my name," Lokahviing told Kiri, "My dragon name. The name Alduin gave me. He was the only father I ever knew." He pointed his lightsaber at Spyra. "And how do you know what Alduin will do? You do not know him as I do. You do not see the good in him, as I do."
"Because you see good in him does not necessarily mean that it is there," stated a deep voice. Nearby, Draco came into view. Lokahviing extinguished both his lightsaber and his lightning and bowed before Draco. Draco raised an eye ridge.
"Ah Draco, Didn't expect you." Spyra replied leaving room for him to explain.
"Draco?" Kiri asked "Why are you here?" Kiri asked actually never having seen him before only heard about him from the matriarchs.
(Since this is a 'fun Rp' (Or lounge rp) Cecillia it's never too late...)
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(You could put Cecilia at Vokun's house wondering what it is that Vokun senses.)
"I felt a disturbance in the Force," Draco explained, "And followed it here. What I did not expect is that this man here would be speaking of Alduin as kin."
"He is, my lord," Lokahviing said.
"First off, don't start fawning - I'm too old for that. Second, I can already tell you don't know as much as you think you do about Alduin. Spyra could tell you."
Lokahviing rose to glare at Spyra with evident malice and hostility. "Speak your piece," he told her.
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"Do you even know what Alduin, means in the ancient language?" Spyra started. "Alduin is more evil than even Emperor Palpatine or all those Sith combined, He seeks to destroy all and likely, recreate it in his own image.
You are just his tool, to bring him back, you are nothing but a tool to him, Lokahviing. And once you are 'bent' and 'used' he will dispose of you, like common junk. You are a threat to him now, you were close to him, you know him better than anyone else. He will destroy every one starting with you and then the Dovha'kiir, then the rest of the dragons. Is that what you want, meaningless death?" Spyra asked." If it is family you seek this planet and it's moon are full of people that seek family. You are not alone Lokahviing, don't cause everyone else to feel alone as you did, when Alduin destroys their families..." Spyra finished not sure what else to say.
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"Without Alduin, where do I go?" Lokahviing asked. "Who do I trust? Alduin was the only family I ever had. He took me in, gave me everything, when the Humans took it all away."
"No one is doubting that, Lokahviing," Draco said. "We cannot tell you who to trust - but I can suggest you start with the Dovahkiir that led you here. Her matriarchs speak highly of her." Lokahviing turned to face Kiri. "She cares about you. Spyra cares. This world is a world of dragons and those that live, fight, and die side-by-side with them. This is not Tamriel. I know. I met a dragon from Tamriel, one of my son's old associates. Ask him. Dragon'taan can be home, family, everything you ever wanted - but first, you must trust us."
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==Luka's house==
"Yeah, waiting isn't a preferred option, so the best course of action is teleporting."
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"So I finally get a say in this?" Kiri asked. "I'm sure there are a bunch of Dovah'kiir back home would want to 'hook' up with you .. Lokahviing." She started.
"Trust is something you will have to Reforge, Lokahviing. It may not be easy, but I believe you are likely in the best place to start among this world of dragons and others, who honorably fight side by side. For goodness sake we even have an almost extinct race married to one of the 'dragons' around here, when you see two Foxes with a dragon for a spouse I highly doubt you cannot find family here." Spyra noted.
---Keeljoy residence---
"Kyle can you teleport Raz over there?" Luka asked "I'm not sure how much sheilding they put into my house."
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"I'm transmitting beam-in coordinates to one of the guest rooms now - gather Razuel's things," Kyle requested.
*** Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
"Dragons married to mortals?" Lokahviing asked, confused. "Who? How?"
"We have many dovah-joor couples here on Dragon'taan," Draco answered. "My son and my grandson are both in a marriage like that - My son, Kyle, is married to a Dragonarian; my grandson, Drake, is married to a fox. I even know of another couple, Viktor and Kabier. He's a human dragon-shifter and she's a Liiraan lioness - and they have a child on the way. Couples between dragon and mortal are commonplace here."
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"Not only common ,but thriving." Spyra noted "Amie, the wife of Draco's grandson is a very adept warrior and very honorable to her family, like you she lost her family some time ago and has since been adopted." Spyra explained.
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Raz's weapons and such, he grabbed with his tail and placed them under the crook of his arm, "Alright, I'm ready."
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"We could just,, ahh nevermind. "Clear for transport, energize." Luka replied.
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"So... there are other dov... other joore... who would treat me as kin?" Lokahviing asked, his heart starting to race.
"Stand by... energizing..." Kyle said. He hit a few commands, and Razuel would feel a tingling sensation as the transporter teleported him from where he was to a comfy bed inside Indari Manor, in a room where Mathayus was waiting.
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"If I could number them I'd say i'd get a headache... I'm pretty sure that's a , 'Yes'." Spyra replied
"Besides you'd have your pick of the finest in the galaxy." Kiri teased, nudging Lokaviing.
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Razuel was awake for a few seconds as he appeared on the other side, and smiled at Mathayus before passing out. A voice came from Razuel, [Vivian]"Don't worry, he's okay... he's just unconscious from the teleporting, but he'll be awake soon. He had just enough strength to stay intact during a teleportation.", the voice then stopped and only soft breathing could be heard coming from Raz.
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Lokahviing exhaled a breath he'd unconsciously been holding, but his breath was erratic. His heart was getting faster, for reasons clear to see - he felt, quite understandably, home, after so many years wandering the stars. His knees felt weak, and his body trembled, his face looking like he was about to break down.
"Wayward Spellsword to Admiral Taral... we're detecting an elevated heart rate in your vitals; is everything alright?"
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Spyra rushed to Lokahviing's side trying to assist, Kiri beat her to it but both tried to give him some support.
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Lokahviing didn't speak, just grabbing hold of Kiri and, for the first time since Alduin's death, cried out in his pain and torment.
*** Indari Manor ***
Mathayus chuckled to himself. "Just tell him when he wakes that if he needs something..." he paused to set a small communicator on Razuel's chest. "... let us know."
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Kiri, squeaked when Lokahviing grabbed her but stood still sort of scared stiff for a moment.
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Then out of the stone, Vivian crawled out and sat against the stone, "Sure thing, Mathayus."
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When Lokahviing's crying subsided, he looked to Spyra and Draco. "There is... one other person. Someone I came here to find - Darth Nox... or Vokun Suleyk, as he is known here."
Mathayus stopped just shy of the door. "How did you know my name?" he asked Vivian. "I don't recall it ever being mentioned. The name I was referred to around you and Razuel was Faasnu."
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Spyra looked up to Draco, "Do you know where he is Draco i'm pretty sure he hasn't left Dragon'taan yet" Spyra replied
"Don't look at me I have a hard time keeping Draco's family straight, was your grandson married to Amie, Kira or Anna?" she asked
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"The conversation at the docks. General Kyle mentioned your name, and I searched the names on a Military database, and your picture came up, specifically...", Vivian then spoke in a playback of voices, while playing a video feed from Raz's point of view, " 'General Kyle's older brother as Darth Faasnu.'...'Mathayus is an Ex-Sith'...", Vivian then stopped the playback, and closed the video feed, "There was a couple other times where your names were used in the same context."
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"I believe General Suleyk is at his residence, though I had no knowledge he was a Darth," Draco responded.
"Oh," Mathayus responded. "I see. Few people call me by my name - most know me as Darth Faasnu. It's... a Sith name that stuck. Regardless, again, if Razuel needs anything..." Faasnu concluded his statement by pointing to the communicator he left with Razuel. Then, he left, leaving the door slightly open.
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(You could put Cecilia at Vokun's house wondering what it is that Vokun senses.)
(Good idea, thanks.)
Cecilia had left the manor on her own. She was holding a holographic map of the city that Vokun had given her. He had placed a red marker where his house was so she could finally get some rest after this long day. She called a taxi and showed the driver her map. The taxi sped off and Cecilia just stared at the window, watching the city wizz past her.
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Shortly after Mathayus left, Razuel woke up, "Thanks, Viv, for keeping an eye in me." Razuel then took a glance around the room and admired how nice it was, "This place is even prettier than I thought."
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Drake crawled into bed and was quickly asleep. Kyle and Anna were already fast asleep, and so was Kira. The only ones left awake were Mathayus and Maria. "Big happy family," Maria chuckled.
(I'll let Ambre do Markus and Krystal's arrival on Dragon'taan.)
Lokahviing approached the residence of Vokun Suleyk, wondering if he was up at this hour. Something told him he was one to pull all-nighters from time to time.
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Amie soon came into bed herself with her husband drake, somtimes being one to stay up later in the night.
--Dragon'taan orbit.---
The Aurora fell out of subspace, portal closing behind it as it got fully out of subspace back into normal space, and set course for the space born docks.
"This is the Aurora to Dragon'taan control, requesting docking clearance at the orbital docks and , the location of Celina Tokarev?" Krystal asked the Aurora neared the space born docks and dry docks.
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Razuel tried to stand but faltered and simply fell back down on the bed, [Vivian] "Please. Just be patient, Raz.", [Razuel]" Yeah yeah, I know... I'm just tired of laying down, is'all...", [Vivian] "You could call Mathayus. He left you a communicator.", [Razuel] "Why though. I just want to walk again, and that isn't a good reason to bother him... As you said, Viv, I'll have to be patient.", Raz then layer his head down on the bed and Vivian crawled back inside Raz's stone before he began to fall asleep. While he slept, the pleasant smell of campfire smoke drifted out of his room, with no cause from the reaction of burning material.
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"Starship Aurora, this is Dragon'taan Spacedock - you are cleared to dock. Celina Tokarev was, at last report, going to re-christen the Avenged Kitsune, so it stands to reason she's here in the docks somewhere," responded an artificial female voice.
Markus frowned. "I'm surprised Kira's not doing that," he commented.
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"Kira was busy." Krystal replied. "common let's get to the ceremony we're not too late." Krystal said the Aurora docking and the docking bay boarding ramp extending towards the Aurora's docking clamps., Krystal rushing inside not wanting to be late.
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Markus followed Krystal closely, eager to see his daughter.
*** Indari Manor ***
Mathayus and Maria sat cradled in each others arms, watching the late-night showing of the LMC Unreal Tournament. "My money's on the Raptor," Maria said.
"So is mine," Mathayus chuckled. "I heard ol' Vik won a bet with Kabby with that guy, in spite of the odds."
"Did he really?" Maria asked.
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-Outer Space, Milky Way-
After a few hours of flying Faith finally reached the Milky Way. "Took us long enough," the second officer said. Anna glanced at him. She replied: "Yes, I know. I really hope we hit Earth before we run out of supplies." "Won't take too long now," was the answer. Anna looked at the autopilot: "estimated flight time: 45 minutes," she read. "Yeah, that's a pain." Anna turned around to see the gunslinger enter the cockpit. "What are you doing here?" she asked. The gunslinger replied: "I'm bored, and the mechanic is as well. Plus, I'm starving! When will the rations be over?" "As soon as we hit Earth," Anna told her, "I DID tell you we're running out of food."
-Near Outpost 'Mantakar-
Fayam hit the gas, fully unleashed the nuclear engines and shot away in the black space. His radar picked up some ships, and he flew towards them, hoping they were ships he could plunder or people he could turn in. He readied the four Full-Automatic Ion Rifles (F.A.I.R.'s) and kept the High-power Plasma Lasers(HPL's) on standby. He muttered to himself: "I do SO hope I make some money on these." He caught them in sight and closed in rapidly.
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(Hey I am joining and was wondering where everyone was?)
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(Hey I am joining and was wondering where everyone was?)
(Hard to say Talia, most are on Dragon'taan right now I think, check the first post for details on available locations and the map of Dragon'taan's central city.)
-Indari, Manor---
Amie woke up and tried to sneak out of bed to get a drink, slowly coming out from under the sheets she got dressed into her nightgown.
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There was a gentle breeze going through the manor, and Raz's door was still open, causing it to creak as the wind rocked it back and forth. Raz still slept despite the creaking door, but there was still a pleasant smell of campfire resonating from Raz's room.
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(Ok let me just throw up a short character sheet. I will update it more after cause right now I have stuff to do.)
Name: Vi Vi Neverlumb
Species: chitternebelin
Gender: female
Chitternebelin caste: forager (scout)
Weapons: Has psychic abilities. A mech suit that is 8 ft 9 inches with a cockpit in the chest, high grade laser assault rifle with grenade launcher attachment, and a variety of grenades.
Mech suit: standard issue chitternebelin military grade armor which provides a fair amount of protection to the pilot. Is capable of doing an orbital drop and has a jet pack.
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A yellow, orange and white, Z-95 head hunter came out of hyperspace in orbit of Dragon'taan. "Bolt Runner to Dragon'taan Control, requesting docking clearance, and reentry vector." Said a vixen behind a yellow Mandalorian helmet.
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"Affirmative, Bolt Runner - transmitting reentry vector. Radio if you have trouble. Control out," responded the AI currently operating Orbital Traffic Control.
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-Earth-
Finally Faith reached Earth, and Anna piloted the spaceship into orbit, ready to land. She slowed down to get her orbit low enough and thought meanwhile: Phew. I'm glad we just made it. We're out of food and the crew is not happy. I'd better stock in before leaving to wherever. Her thoughts wandered as the ship descended to Earth.
-Outer space, near 'Mantakar-
Fayam closed in on the ships and noted they were simple passenger ships. "Shoot!" he called. "No money to be made from those!" At this point his radar flickered. "Ugh, now that as well? I should really get my ship upgraded," he complained. He set course for the nearest spaceship centre to get his ship a better radar, which happened to be Corneria. He deactivated the weaponry and turned his engines up to the max. "This ain't my lucky day," he muttered.
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==Indari Manor==
As time went on, the creaking door became louder and louder, becoming more annoying with every passing minute, then all of a sudden, the door's hinges came off and the door fell making a loud THUD, which actually made Raz wake up, "What the-... Oh no... they're gonna blame me for this.", Raz however still couldn't get up, so instead he used his tail to at least get the door standing up, but it ended up falling over again, making another loud thud and this time it was out of his tail reach, "Gah. You've gotta be kidding me...", Raz said in a whisper to himself.
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Amie , who was wondering the hall set her plate down on a nearby table and went to the door "What happened here?" She asked looking at the door, then the hinges. "It's like someone broke out." She muttered, thinking on how to fix it. "ANNE, MOM!?" she called out.
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-Earth-
Anna contacted Earth's main spaceport. "Request to land from Faith, spaceship type C0-239, coming in at 55 degrees E.L., over!"
-Corneria-
Fayam hit Corneria and was headed for the local spaceship garage. He went into the office and requested: "I'd like to have my radar upgraded, please?"
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Raz looked down the bed he was on, and looked at Amie, and just stayed silent.
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Anna arrived on the scene dressed in a bath robe and armed with a disruptor carbine. Upon seeing the situation, she breathed a sigh of relief and lowered her weapon. "That scared the mess outta me," she sighed. "I told Kyle that door was a bit off." She looked to Razuel. "You okay?"
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Razuel nodded, "I'm okay, just a little startled is all."
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Dragon'taan.
Coming out of hyper space near planet Dragon'taan were 3 chitternebelin scouting ships (see picture bellow) which was a truly odd site as chitternebelin have not been seen off their home planet in quite some time. They have basically been in isolation for many years not letting anyone on or off their planets surface. Now it seems they have broken there isolation as the ships draw closer to planets surface. The leader of the scouting ships, Vi Vi Neverlumb, called into the planet's docking bay.
"This is Vi Vi Neverlumb of the Chitternebelin Empires scouting division. Requesting permission to land." Vi Vi chittered over the com's in her native language. Chitternebelin couldn't speak any other language but they were telepathic which normally broke most language barriers except over long ranges.
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(and here I thought I was the only one who thought 'thought's were universal (as far as telpathy)
TheBolt Runner Landed in the docking bays just outside the main city, climbing out a yellow and black armored vixen, wearing Mjolnir Gen3.2 armor, and a Yellow and Black and Mandalorian helmet with room for her muzzle and ears.
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Razuel looked at the door, "I'm sorry for the door..."
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"Acknowledged, Vi Vi - be advised, ground terminals are packed full; you're going to have to put to space dock and take the orbital tether down planetside," responded a female AI. "Don't know if you knew that tomorrow morning begins the week-long Marauder Victory Festival. Transmitting approach vector now - radio if you have any trouble."
*** Indari Manor ***
"Don't apologize, good sir," Anna said. "It wasn't your fault."
Mathayus noiselessly fixed the door with a combination of the Force and some advanced tech. "Let one of us know if this thing starts bothering you again," Mathayus told Razuel. "Vivian, do you have access to his vital signs? Is he alright internally?"
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Vivian appeared in a blue flash of light on the night stand next to the bed, "He's fine, just an elevated heart rate, but it's returning to normal.", Vivian then disappeared back into Raz's stone, "I'll call you if it does bother me again, Mathayus.", the stone in Raz's chest grew brighter for a second, then went back to it's normal light.
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"What I want to know is why the door blew off." Amie asked "Thanks for the help Uncle." she added.
Somehow without even needing Directions, the newcomer, the Vixen mandalorian Spartan, was able to easily find the Clone trooper training center, looking for someone In particular.
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Anne looked up from her desk and noticed an interloper. "Excuse me," the Mandalorian snow leopard called out to the person, "can I help you?"
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Amps the Mandalorian spartan or whatever the heck she was took her helmet off "I'm looking for someone Called Anne, Mandalorian big cat like a leopard I think." She said taking her helmet off revealing her odd yellow furred head. "I have some information you might be interested in, Rae Arcnon sent me."
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Anne raised an eyebrow. "Alright, I'm listening," she said.
*** New Romulus ***
A Reman Subcommander beamed aboard his ship - the RRW Cloak and Dagger and marched onto the bridge. "Officer on deck!" one of the crewmen shouted. The bridge crew snapped to attention.
"As you were," the Reman said. "Helm, have we received our objective's coordinates?"
"Yes, Subcommander Xerron," the Romulan at the helm responded.
Xerron nodded as he sat down in the commander's chair. "Very well - engage on-course."
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"I might have the location of Captain, Rex from the clone wars, speculations say that if we can gain just some of his experience, the DMC clones would benifit from it immensely." Amps Explaind "By the way I'm Amperia, most people call me Amps, or just Amp.
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Vivian didn't want to come back out of the stone, so she displace a holoscreen showing a diagram illustrating a wind current and the door breaking off.
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"I'm surprised the wind was able to blow the door off - I wasn't aware it was that weakened," Anna commented.
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Captain Rex, eh?" Anne responded. "And where is he?"
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"Acknowledged, Vi Vi - be advised, ground terminals are packed full; you're going to have to put to space dock and take the orbital tether down planetside," responded a female AI. "Don't know if you knew that tomorrow morning begins the week-long Marauder Victory Festival. Transmitting approach vector now - radio if you have any trouble."
*** Indari Manor ***
"Don't apologize, good sir," Anna said. "It wasn't your fault."
Mathayus noiselessly fixed the door with a combination of the Force and some advanced tech. "Let one of us know if this thing starts bothering you again," Mathayus told Razuel. "Vivian, do you have access to his vital signs? Is he alright internally?"
(Why wouldn't thoughts be universal? I know a lot of systems where psychics can talk to anyone through their mind.)
"Understood." Vi Vi says and sends out directions to the other ships on where to land. Once they land they take a smaller ship to get to the docks.
(The picture of my ship won't load says it too big. T_T)
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(try posting the link.)
"We believe he's somewhere within the Rebel alliance now the United imperial Alliance to restore the republic." Amps replied "However my off time is coming up and I wanted to see the Festival so someone else will be covering that." The yellow Vixen explained.
-Dragon'taan Armory.-
"Whats the status on the 'party decorations' The large 7ft Snow Tiger Tigress Arcnon asked.
"Streamers and confetti guns are loaded, in all 5 of the Riflemen's mam!" said one of the workers.
"Laser lights ready on the Timberwolf."
"Streamer launchers are ready on the new Arctic Wolves, ma'am."
"The laser light show, Nova is ready!"
"The Arctic cheetah and, Nova cats are loaded up with the party weapons Ma'am!"
"MadDog firework launchers ready!'
Tigress nodded "Good then we're almost ready now we just need to wait for the festival to begin, I hope things go better than last year when Kyle spilled the fruit punch bowl and the romulan Ale off the table." The large Tiger sighed.
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(Ok http://stargate.wikia.com/wiki/Alien_ship (http://stargate.wikia.com/wiki/Alien_ship) the ship is from the show stargate, but it is pretty close to what I imagine a chitternebelin ship to be.)
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(Hnh... looks vaguely similar to an Imperial Star Destroyer.)
The night progressed, and it was as the sun was beginning to peek over the horizon that Drake awoke. He still sensed a cold feeling in the Force, but brushed it off. This was going to be a fun time.
The festival was soon to begin.
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
As soon as the sun started to rise, Anne was already up, donning her Mandalorian armor and nabbing her weapons. She wasn't going to miss this festival. Not by a long shot.
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-Dragon'taan spaceborn docks-
"Sorry for the delay people had me... occupied..." Said the little tiger, as she prepared the bottle of Romulan Ale. "You sure this won't hurt me or the ship?" She asked quietly? "By the power and authority given to me by the indari family, I Celina Tokarev offically re-christen this new Kitsune class destroyer the 'Avenged Kitsune! may she bring glory to
----Dragon'taan, Dragon'taan armory---
"Common let's move let's move, I want these mechs in their setup positions before Lunch... If you make it you can all have a meal at "Sol's' On me." The large 7fot tiger said leading a convoy of various mech carriers mostly air bound transports carrying mechs, mainly in the air to avoid the crowds that would likely be gathering.
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Vi Vi was very curious about the festival and as she made her way there in her own mech suit. It was't a huge mech, just the size of the average medium humanoid. However her team was still given a more than a few odd looks as they made their way through crowds of people.
Vi Vi's job was to study the history, culture, and basically anything of importance to the this planet. The festival would be an excellent learning experience.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
The alarm clock went off, and woke Kyle and Anna from their sleep. They both rose from bed and dressed in their emerald-green armored DMC Uniforms. While Kyle headed out to the Central district, Anna went to Drake and Amie's room, knocked on the door, and cracked it open. "Drake, sweetie, time to get up - festival's today."
Drake groaned in response. "Give us a bit, mom," he requested. "Amie, honey, we need to get up."
In another part of Indari Manor, Markus awoke and yawned. "This is gonna be a helluva week," he commented groggily.
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Amie was already in the shower getting ready "Drake I'm in the shower!"
---Dragon'taan Central city---
"Alright looks like most of the mechs are setup." Tigress said looking around,"Where did you guys put my Timberwolf?
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/38/5b/9d/385b9d102a68a9f867a576e34372cb4c.jpg (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/38/5b/9d/385b9d102a68a9f867a576e34372cb4c.jpg) for an idea of how big these 'battlmechs' are.
_Dragon'taan orbital docks.
Celina stepped down from the platform towards her father "Didn't think you two would make it, heading to the festival?"
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==Indari Manor==
Raz woke up in the morning, tired to no extent, thinking to himself, 'That was quite the day yesterday...', he then tried to get off of the bed and stood for a few seconds, but his legs faltered, causing him to fall, making a loud thud, "Ow...", "Raz! I told you that I would tell you when they were ready to be used!" , "Well then how long!?" ,"Umm... an hour or so... maybe a little longer BECAUSE YOU DID THIS.", "Sorry!", their argument went on for a little longer then stopped when Raz's stomach grumbled, "...I'm hungry..."
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Drake walked into the room dressed in his military uniform upon hearing the thud, and bent over to help Razuel to his feet. "You okay, pal?" he asked.
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Amie came rushing out still in a towel "I wonder if we should give him a robotic exoskeleton..." Amie muttered before running off to get dressed.
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Raz took the help up, "Yeah , I'm okay.", Raz pulled himself back up onto the bed.
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*** Krystal's house, New Cerinia ***
Markus awoke, sat up, and stretched. This was it - the first Marauder Victory Festival he would attend. He rose from bed and dressed in his UAC Armored Uniform, with the six-star Lord-Admiral Rank insignia on his collar.
*** IKS Wayward Prince, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Lokahviing awoke in his quarters aboard one of his flagships. Having swapped warships from the Kor-class Bird-of-Prey to a Negh'Tev-class Battlecruiser recently, he had decided - for the time being - to stay on Dragon'taan. And if what people were saying was true, the next week should be interesting.
Lokahviing sat up and stretched, then donned his tunic, then his lightsaber, and slung a modified EE3 Blaster Rifle before heading onto the bridge to review reports.
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When Raz was back on the bed he looked back at Drake, "By the way, thanks for letting me stay here."
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Drake chuckled. "You're welcome," he told Raz, "But really, it was dad's call." He paused, then added, "I wouldn't be much of a friend if I let you stay here while the festival goes into full swing. Anything I can do to get you on your feet for it?"
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(What is indari manor? Since everyone seems to be there.)
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Raz shook his head, "Unfortunately no. With the form that I am right now, and my strength, I simply can't turn back to my anthro form until my strength fully returns... so not until I can stand. Plus I don't think that there are any wheelchairs my size.", Raz gave a little chuckle, "Thanks anyway.", Vivian was still sitting on the night stand, [Vivian]"A few more minutes and he should be able to walk, but not until a little later, he'll be able to turn into his anthro form."
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(What is indari manor? Since everyone seems to be there.)
(The home of the high general Kyle Indari and his family there's a map on the second or 3rd post of the central city)
Amie had come out again this time, fully dressed "I beg to differ, Mr. Raz."
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Raz looked over at Amie, "How so?"
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"We could probably get you a hoverchair or something like that." Amie noted.
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"I suppose that could work."
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(So far I don't see any reason Vi Vi would go there...unless the general could give Vi Vi permission to study the some old military records, for example old wars that the planet has fought.)
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(If Vi Vi wanted to learn about that, she could just go to the Marauder Museum in the Central District. It contains full records of the wars and conflicts fought by Dragon'taan's military, the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps. However, if she does do that, you would need to PM me so I could explain to you the history of this particular fan-variant of the DMC. Suffice to say, it has a long history, too much to put in a post here.)
"Yeah, that actually sounds like a good idea," Drake commented.
(Oh, and Cecilia... waiting on you. Don't want to move forward with the plan without you.)
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(I think I may do that after the festival. I was mostly waiting to interact with people.)
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"Only thing is where are we gonna get one at this hour?" Amie asked.
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"I think Uncle Markus has one - some old hover chair-throne thing he salvaged from the first conflict with the Renewed Covenant. Dad keeps it in storage in the basement until Markus can find a place to put it," Drake suggested. "I'm sure he won't mind us putting it to good use."
*** Krystal's Residence, New Cerinia ***
Having dressed fully in his Coalition uniform, he went back up to the room he shared with Krystal and bumped her lightly. "Honey, you need to get up - don't you want to get to the festival early?" he asked her.
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"Markus I'm on the couch over here." Krystal waved. "I've been waiting for you..." She rolled her eyes.
"Is that gonna be big enough?" Amie asked.
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(Oh dear, I missed a lot. But last I left Cecilia she was at Vokun's. So I'm just going to have her be asleep. Do what you will with that. If I'm missing something please let me know.)
Cecilia had been asleep, her mind drifting off from dream to dream. While the buzzing still continued in the back of her mind.
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Vokun knocked on Cecilia's room door. "Cecilia?" he asked. "Cecilia, time to wake up - festival kicks off today. Cecilia?"
*** Dragon'taan Central District ***
Lokahviing beamed down to the Central District on Dragon'taan, and started heading for the Marauder Museum. Seemingly unbeknownst to him, a shimmering figure followed him.
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Vi Vi was also on her way to the Marauder Museum after having been told it was the best place to learn more about the history of this place. She had two of her fellow scouts with her and Vi Vi noticed the shimmering figure following Lokahviimg, but not knowing there relationship though nothing of it.
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Cecilia stirred a little, trying to get just a little more sleep. That is, until she heard Vokun's words. She quickly sat up and began to stretch, she unfolded her wings to their full length which practically took up the whole room. "The Festival! That's right! I'll be right out. Just give me a minute." She said, and hopped out of bed.
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--Central city---
"Alright move that Nova just little to the left... NO Your left silly!" Tigress shouted setting up for her battlemech preformance during the feistival.
---Indari manor--
"Ooh shoot." Amie said "Drake I'll see you at the festival I just remembered something i was going to do." Amie said, without another word zipping off.
-Dragon'taan Museum.--
Near the entrance to the Museum, leaning against the wall a grey and black spotted female leopard waited, looking down at her armored, digitgrade feet for a second before returning to 'polishing' her sharp nails. aside from her armored boots she seemed to just be wearing a grey black spotted leotard that matched her fur pattern and looked like it was made of scales.
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Unaware of the shimmering figure following at a distance, Lokahviing paused at the entrance to the museum, looking at the leopard standing there. "Hello there. Waiting for someone?" he greeted her.
*** Indari Manor ***
Drake sighed as his wife dashed off. "Always in a hurry... I'll be right back," he told Raz, then headed down to the basement. It was then that a female dragon poked her head in Raz's room.
"Hi there," she greeted. "How're you holding up?"
*** Suleyk Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Vokun closed Cecilia's door and headed into the kitchen, resuming his cooking with Ashara.
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"What you don't recognize me without my armor?" Kiri asked? "I was waiting for you found someone whose intrested in you she's inside." The dark colored Leopard explained blinking her eyes.
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Cecilia had gotten all dressed and ready. Then she exited her room and smelled the food. "Oooh, what's for breakfast? It smells delicious." She said.
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Vi Vi came up from behind and reached out her mind to talk.
"Umm...excuse me, sorry if I am interrupting something." She said.
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==Indari Manor==
Raz perked up at the new face, "Hello there."
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(I was talking to loka...sorry if I didn't make that clear.)
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(I imagine Raz is talking to the dragon saying hi to him.)
"Really?" Lokahviing responded to Kiri. "And who might that--" he stopped midsentence upon hearing Vi Vi speak. "Oh, not anything major... at least, I don't think so. How can I--" he paused when he spotted a shimmering figure behind Vi Vi. But just as he had spotted it, it vanished. "--Help?" he finished.
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(I am talking to the dragon that walked into my room, sorry for the confusion)
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"I'm Sheila, Kyle's mother," the female dragon introduced herself. "Draco had me check in with you while he went off looking into something. How are you feeling this morning?"
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(I imagine Raz is talking to the dragon saying hi to him.)
"Really?" Lokahviing responded to Kiri. "And who might that--" he stopped midsentence upon hearing Vi Vi speak. "Oh, not anything major... at least, I don't think so. How can I--" he paused when he spotted a shimmering figure behind Vi Vi. But just as he had spotted it, it vanished. "--Help?" he finished.
"Whats with the scary robot?" Kiri asked?
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Vi Vi looks behind her and sees nothing before turning back.
"I am captain Vi Vi and my scouting team represent the chitternebelin empire and were wondering if we could research here at the museum. Our empire has been in isolation for some time and wish to update our knowledge on the other surrounding empires. As to answer your question miss, these suits help my people move around as we are quite vulnerable without them."
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"Could have made them look less... menacing... As far as I know anyone is allowed in it's free after all." Kiri, the Dark furred she-leopard said
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"I'm Sheila, Kyle's mother," the female dragon introduced herself. "Draco had me check in with you while he went off looking into something. How are you feeling this morning?"
"I'm doing better, but I still can't stand yet, but Drake it determined to get me out of here for the festival, so he has gone down to the basement and is getting a hover chair for me to use until my legs can hold up my weight.", Raz extended his tail to Sheila as a hand, "By the way, I'm Razuel."
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"Well, if you're looking to learn about the history of the DMC..." he hitched a thumb over his shoulder to indicate the museum behind him. "... you came to the right place. And you don't need security clearance or anything like that to enter. It's open to the public." He turned to follow Kiri inside, and a tall vulpine figure in an armored uniform and draped in a flame-proof cloak approached Vi Vi from behind.
"And you came to Dragon'taan at an opportune time," he said. "There is to be a festival this whole week." He extended a hand for a handshake. "High General Kyle Indari, Dragon'taan Marauder Corps. My family and I try to greet newcomers when we can."
*** Indari Manor ***
"Oh, you're the one Kyle was talking about!" Sheila said with surprise. "The one that gave him that figurine. Well--"
"Excuse me, grandma," Drake's voice said as he arrived with the hover-chair. "Yeah, this'll definitely support you," he told Razuel as he guided it to the side of Razuel's bed.
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Vi Vi nodded the suites head.
"It is a pleasure to meet you High General. My team will be staying on this planet for a while and it feels good to be welcomed. Also we were planning on joining the festival as it seemed like an excellent social and learning opportunity."
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Raz began to slide into the chair, and almost missed but was able to get on it, "It's pretty comfy."
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"For people who have never been to Dragon'taan, it is," Kyle said. "And the older kids always love to hear me spin a few war tales. I don't know if you knew I led the Marauder Corps forces during the Marauder War. It is, as I have come to believe, the conflict that solidified what I am today."
*** Suleyk Residence ***
"Scrambled Eggs," Ashara responded. "Except for Talos - he's having an omelette. "
The human in the gray Imperial uniform waved at Cecilia. "Why, hello there, young madame! I am Talos Drellik, formerly of the Imperial Reclamation Service!"
"I met Talos during a short stay on Hoth," Vokun explained to Cecilia. "I don't suppose you've heard of that world?"
*** Indari Manor ***
"I'd imagine so - it had been intended for someone high-up," Drake responded. "Controls are easy."
"So, Razuel, tell me something - who was the female voice I heard in here last night? It was my understanding you were alone in here," Sheila stated.
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Kiri lead Lokahviing deeper into the museum to the exibit of weapons and space craft, a particular Feline looking over a scaled down model of Klingon bird of prey, with a inverted snow leopard pattern was studying the model.
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Raz's stone in his chest briefly turned purple and Vivian came out and stood beside Raz, standing at about 6ft, "I was the voice that you heard. Hello, Sheila, I'm Vivian."
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"I have actually never heard of the Marauder war...Tilli mark that down as something to research. Sorry but as I have said chitternebelin have been in isolation for quite some time...unfortunately a issue with resources has forced us too end it." Vi Vi says as her right hand scout pull up a holographic screen to take notes.
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"Oh, I see," Kyle responded. "If it's resources or trading you need, I and my subordinates can help with that."
*** Indari Manor ***
Sheila raised an eye ridge at Vivian. "So I see," she commented. "I imagine you heard my name when I introduced myself to Razuel."
*** Marauder Museum, Dragon'taan ***
"That her?" Lokahviing asked Kiri quietly.
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A random Chitternbelin, seemed to appear on Kyle's shoulder. "If supplies are what you need I'm sure someone can help you." The odd random creature said jumping off of Kyle changing form to an Arctic fox and sneaking into the Museum. " as a matter of fact I know exactly who to ask." the female voice added.
-- Museum interior.-----
"Yeah last I heard she was continuing her study of Romulan and klingon ships she's very into military technology if the Romulan disruptor on her hip isn't any indication.
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Vivian nodded, "I did. I keep a copy of his memories so that he can remember things quicker, also anything he hears, I do aswell."
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"It's nice to see you Talos, and scrambled eggs sounds perfect. I think I have heard of the planet Hoth. That's the one with the snow right?"
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A random Chitternbelin, seemed to appear on Kyle's shoulder. "If supplies are what you need I'm sure someone can help you." The odd random creature said jumping off of Kyle changing form to an Arctic fox and sneaking into the Museum. " as a matter of fact I know exactly who to ask." the female voice added.
-- Museum interior.-----
"Yeah last I heard she was continuing her study of Romulan and klingon ships she's very into military technology if the Romulan disruptor on her hip isn't any indication.
Rather confused by the article wolf, Vi Vi chittered amongst her comrads to see if we could trust this shape changer. They came to the to conclusion it was worth a try.
"Alright lead the way." Vi Vi said and followed.
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waiting inside was a fully armored, digitgrade arctic vixen standing just as tall as the Chitternbelin's suits. "So what sorts of supplies do you need?" She asked, almost white eyes blinking.
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Vi Vi looked at her team and looked back.
"Our empire has had a large food, water, as well as many production supplies such as iron, titanium and many other things. If your saying you can give a steady soupy of trade that would be appreciated."
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" That depends on what exactly it is you need i mean what do you eat the metals should be easy, the food and the water might take a bit." The white vixen explained "I'll see what I can do and will contact you later for now enjoy your stay."
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"We are herbivores, her is a list of crops that we normally grow and if you can send us any other types of crops that would be amazing. I will send word to my superiors and we greatly appreciate the help." Vi Vi says and bows.
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"I'll see to it this information gets to the right people." Amber said as she bowed back and left.
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A random Chitternbelin, seemed to appear on Kyle's shoulder. "If supplies are what you need I'm sure someone can help you." The odd random creature said jumping off of Kyle changing form to an Arctic fox and sneaking into the Museum. " as a matter of fact I know exactly who to ask." the female voice added.
-- Museum interior.-----
"Yeah last I heard she was continuing her study of Romulan and klingon ships she's very into military technology if the Romulan disruptor on her hip isn't any indication.
Lokahviing approached the feline, his rifle clung and ligtsaber clipped to his belt. "You know, there are things those models won't tell you about Klingon and Romulan ships," he told her as he arrived next to her. "And I don't think this museum has any of the more recent designs."
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"Actually this model is of a fairly recent design, but you are right, it doesn't show how the wings can change position, nor how the cloaking device works, nor the strain on the disruptor cannons or wings when they fire.." Kyra replied turning around.
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Lokahviing regarded Kyra momentarily before introducing himself. "The name's Taral... Darth Taral... Don't worry, I won't make a move on you or try and corrupt you to the Dark side or anything like that. I may carry a sith name, but I don't ascribe to the Sith code. Anyway, what's your name?"
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"Kyra and you can drop the sith name, Lokah, Kiri already told me." She replied.
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"Indeed?" Lokahviing responded. "Very well. So what were you hoping to learn from that model?"
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"To be honest I'm not certain... I thought maybe I could get some more information on the disruptors from it." Kyra replied. "Why?"
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Lokahviing shrugged. "Just curious. In any event, what did you have planned today? Were you going to attend the festival?"
*** Krystal's Residence, New Cerinia ***
Markus approached his wife. "We going to the festival?" he asked. "That's why you came here from Outpost Hood, right?"
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"Likely, after I finished my research on Klingon weapons.' Kyra replied.
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"Well, if it's information on Klingon weapons you need, I have a database on my ship you could look at," Lokahviing offered.
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"I've been trying to decide what hand held weapon would best compliment my bowcaster, Romulan or Klingon disruptor." Kyra replied "Sure why not.
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"Hm... That's a tough one. Romulan disruptor has more kick to it, but Klingon Disruptor is lighter and easier to conceal," Lokahviing commented.
*** New Cerinia ***
"Krystal, honey," Markus asked, "How do you intend to get to the Festival?"
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"orbital elevator." Celina said, walking up to her 'parents.'
"Kid took the words out of my mouth." Krystal said, brushing her tail off of something.
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"Right," Markus responded. He looked to Krystal. "Shall we?"
*** Suleyk Residence ***
"It's nice to see you Talos, and scrambled eggs sounds perfect. I think I have heard of the planet Hoth. That's the one with the snow right?"
"That's correct," Vokun answered. "Not a place you want to go unprepared, and even if you are prepared, it's still very dangerous. I met Talos during my stint on Hoth, when I was searching for the tomb of a Sith Lord. Can't remember his name, but it was important to me at the time - I was doing what is known as Force Walking."
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Cecilia sat down at the table, her eyes alit with curiosity. "Force Walking, sounds interesting. What's that?"
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"It's a force ability that was, at the time I discovered it, believed lost," Vokun explained as he scrambled Cecilia's eggs. "It's where a force user binds Force Ghosts to themselves, increasing their power and giving them power to draw on during difficult tasks. But despite it's uses, it can be very dangerous."
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Krystal and Celina walked into the Orbital Elevator to head to the surface. "Markus do you think I should get one of those new Cruisers? She asked "the Aurora is old but it's getting refitted right now, but i was thinking about giving it to Amber maybe.
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"Sounds like some high level stuff. I don't think I'm quite there yet. When am I going to start learning to use the Force?"
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Name: Alexia Anochia
Gender: Male
Species: Shiba Inu (It's a type of dog)
Attire: Brown officers jacket, brown officer pants, long black boots, brown officers cap, and a large dark green trench coat.
Height: 5'10
Weapons: CZ75 Pistol
Bio: A smart and kind man, unlike his father and grandfather he rules the UUOA like a democracy, his family ruled over the UUOA for over five hundred years and each one was a dictator. Alexia wanted to change that, once he got into power he changed everything. He freed the people and gave them hope. Now it's been ten years since he's been in power. The people love him and the world can progress forward towards the stars.
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(Welcome aboard, comrade.)
"What you do with your ship, dear, is your choice. Like what I did with the old Thermopylae I had before I went to the Bellator design - I kept it in service, but gave it to one of my other naval commanders," Markus responded. "If you want to upgrade to a new ship design, go ahead."
*** Suleyk Residence ***
"I was thinking after the festival," Vokun replied, handing Cecilia her scrambled eggs. "No way I'm gonna let you miss such a celebration."
"Take it from me," Ashara added, "The Marauder Victory Festival is not something you want to miss. A whole week of fun and games and festivities. How many cultures do that?"
*** Marauder Museum ***
"So, what has Kiri told you about me?" Lokahviing asked Kyra.
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"Mostly your name,, a little on your background." Kyra replied. "To be honest I was a little more interested in your ship and how you got it." she said getting closer to Lokahviing.
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The sun rose over Stolista, the capital of the UUOA, the sun was a rare thing to see since the clouds would always cover the sky. The city awoke, lights flashed on, cars began to move down the street and people began walking to work. The flag of the UUOA stood tall and sat right in the middle of the capital buildings courtyard.
Inside of the building was Alexia Anochia, the leader of the UUOA. He sat in his seat staring out the window behind him. The walls around him where covered in pictures of the former leaders, Dimitri Anochia, Carle Anochia, Yuri Anochia, Arestoska Anochia. They all sat in the same position, one arm over the left knee their heads looking forward.
"Sir, we finally got are communication systems online. We can finally communicate with planets around the galaxy." The wolf stood in place staring at the back of Alexia's chair, his lab coat was whiter than the snow outside and his smile was wide. Alexia spun his chair around and smiled back, "Excellent Carl. Please send them all this message to tell them that where here."
----UUOA TELEGRAM MESSAGE----
Dear other factions of this galaxy.
Along time ago, we ruled with power and strength. Then it all ways desultory. For two hundred and five years we have rebuilt are world, and now we have finally gotten to the point where we can communicate with other planets again. We still have a long way to go until we can traverse the stars again, and we need your help. Are coordinates are (COORDINATES GO HERE) Please. Help us.
Sighed General Alexia Anochia
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"I have a lot of ships," Lokahviing said, standing his ground. "Which ship are you referring to, specifically?"
*** New Romulus Orbit ***
"Admiral Trask!" one of Trask's subordinates spoke up. "I've got D'Tan on the line - he wants to speak with you."
The Romulan-raised grey-furred wolf nodded, and the aged face of D'Tan was put on the main view screen. "Catch you at a bad time, Trask?" he asked.
"No, of course not," Trask responded. "How can I help?"
"We just got a strange message from one General Alexia Anochia. Can't understand it too well, but from what I've gathered, they're requesting help," D'Tan said. "This would be a golden opportunity to gain some new allies, so I was hoping you could go to the coordinates provided as a representative of the Romulan Republic."
"Certainly," Trask answered. "Does anyone else know?"
"The Klingons are mobilizing a task force to aid the ones who sent this message," D'Tan said, "And that task force is headed up by your old pal, Kault. Beyond the KDF, we don't know if anyone else is responding."
"Understood," Trask stated, "I'm getting underway now."
"Good luck. D'Tan out," D'Tan responded.
"Admiral," Helm proclaimed, "We have the coordinates."
"Plot a course," Trask commanded. "Tovan, get a line to the Warbirds Torrent and Devoras, have them follow us."
In New Romulus orbit, a Scimitar-class Reman Warbird ( http://hydra-media.cursecdn.com/sto.gamepedia.com/4/48/Scimitar_Warbird.png (http://hydra-media.cursecdn.com/sto.gamepedia.com/4/48/Scimitar_Warbird.png) ), flanked by two D'Derridex Warbirds ( http://www.ex-astris-scientia.org/scans/other/warbird.jpg (http://www.ex-astris-scientia.org/scans/other/warbird.jpg) ), broke orbit and went to warp, while a transmission was sent from New Romulus and Qo'nos, alerting the UUOA that they were responding.
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"The Klingon bird of prey." Kyra replied. "That's the only one Kiri saw."
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"Oh, you must mean the Wayward Spellsword," Lokahviing said. "Actually, that ship is still in orbit."
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Kyra rolled her eyes.."Duh.You know if your so... just nevermind."
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(Welcome aboard, comrade.)
"What you do with your ship, dear, is your choice. Like what I did with the old Thermopylae I had before I went to the Bellator design - I kept it in service, but gave it to one of my other naval commanders," Markus responded. "If you want to upgrade to a new ship design, go ahead."
*** Suleyk Residence ***
"I was thinking after the festival," Vokun replied, handing Cecilia her scrambled eggs. "No way I'm gonna let you miss such a celebration."
"Take it from me," Ashara added, "The Marauder Victory Festival is not something you want to miss. A whole week of fun and games and festivities. How many cultures do that?"
*** Marauder Museum ***
"So, what has Kiri told you about me?" Lokahviing asked Kyra.
"Alright then, sounds like a plan. So what's the first event?" Cecilia asked.
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"What?" Lokahviing asked, "What'd I say?"
*** Suleyk Residence ***
"I believe that would be the opening parade - goes from the military district to all the others, stopping in the Central District," Vokun responded.
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"Your ship is in orbit." Kyra muttered "Look if this relationship is going to work out your gonna need to understand one thing... I'm not dumb... I understand a lot about technology Tigress has taught me along and so has General Tokarev, I also speak Klingon, Saurian,Wookie, Dovahzul but every Yol'Kaaz knows that and a little bit of Romulan and Russian i think it was..."
------Dragon'taan Armor----
Tigress tried to call Kyle, Amie tapping her foot as she waited in front of the large snow tiger.
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"I never said you were dumb," Lokahviing stated. "I was not aware that you knew my ship was in orbit - I switched out for the Negh'tev Battlecruiser, the IKS Wayward Prince. I have several ships I switch into from time to time to fit various mission profiles - the Wayward Spellsword is the one I use for the more... covert... operations."
*** Dragon'taan Central District ***
Kyle answered his communicator: "I thought you were busy prepping the mechs, Tigress?"
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Name:Issac Begay
Age:26
Species:Tiger shark
Attire:CEC engineering suit
Height:6'5
Weapons:Type-52 pistol
Bio: Issac is a sly former engineer turned Smuggler/dealer who sells pretty much everything he can borrow(steals) he is usually kind to potential customers but will use sarcasm endlessly, he has been known to trick people out of money and will usually overexaggerate the items he's selling to sucker people into useless junk
Currently on tatooine
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"I never said you were dumb," Lokahviing stated. "I was not aware that you knew my ship was in orbit - I switched out for the Negh'tev Battlecruiser, the IKS Wayward Prince. I have several ships I switch into from time to time to fit various mission profiles - the Wayward Spellsword is the one I use for the more... covert... operations."
*** Dragon'taan Central District ***
Kyle answered his communicator: "I thought you were busy prepping the mechs, Tigress?"
"Was, finishing the grouping for the parad mechs, then Amie came to be saying she wanted to be in it with her Delphyne protomech... I dunno why i'm asking but do you approve of a almost direct relative of yours being in the parade.
----Museum----
"I know a lot about what's going on here on Dragon'taan also Kiri told me." Kyra replied.
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"I see," Kyle responded. "Just tell her to be careful."
*** Marauder Museum, Dragon'taan ***
"Very well," Lokahviing said. He opened his mouth to say something else when he shuddered, a cold chill crawling up his spine. His eyes betrayed a look of apprehension. He turned, and barely caught a glimpse of the shimmering figure as it was on the move.
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"Well, after I eat breakfast I'll start heading out. I think Tigress is done with the armor I ordered. I can't wait to see it but, I don't think my wings will fit into it now."
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"What is that?" Kyra asked, seeing the shimmering.
-Dragon'taan armory-
"Alright.. don't worry it's not the first time she's been inside it."
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Issac was in mos eisley sitting in a cantina booth wakting for any deals to approach him
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"Take Ashara or Xalek with you... just in case," Vokun suggested.
*** Marauder Museum, Dragon'taan ***
"I don't know," Lokahviing responded. "I can't catch more than a glimpse of it, and I can't sense it in the Force, whatever it is... but this is the third time I've caught that glimpse." He looked to Kyra. "Eyes open, weapon up - we're being stalked."
*** Mos Eisley Cantina, Tatooine ***
A young half-fox, half-tiger with an inverted fur pattern of black fur with blue stripes approached Issac. "I don't suppose you know where the world known as Dragon'taan is, do you?" she asked him.
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***Mos Eisley Tatoonie***
A large Wookie tried to talk to the Half tiger making the normal wookie sounds after the fox mentioned Dragon'taan.
------ Dragon'taan Museum.---
Kyra materialized her bowcaster the magnetic arms folding out , loading a quarrel clip into the 'bow'.
---Armory Dragon'taan---
Amie prepped to get into her Protomech ,thankfully the the redesign added more room in the originally cramped cockpit to the point where Amie could now stand inside of it, placing her helmet on she walked into the small cockpit of the large dragon like mini battlemech (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/images/thumb/1/1c/Delphyne.jpg/191px-Delphyne.jpg.png) or Protomech. (http://ironwindmetals.com/store/images/btprotomechs/BT-207.jpg) A Delphyne model she aptly called Kira II(Kira 2)
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*Issac looked at the fox-tiger*"well yes, do happen to know where it is"*he said leaning back*"whats it to you?"*he said giving a sly grin*
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The wookie approched the she-vixen placing a hand on her shoulder. trying to tell her he knew where it was
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"if you want i can give you both a ride"*he said acknowledging the wookie*
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"He's offering the ride." Someone at the front of the bar said.
_Dragon'taan Orbital elevator surface exit_
Krystal walked out of the elevator kind of oddly regaining her balance, shortly after.
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"its her choice"*he said to the wookie*
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"Look, I just need a ride to Dragon'taan, as my ship... well, it's no longer flyable," the Fox-Tiger said. She looked to the Wookie. "And I can't understand you." She looked to the one who'd spoken from the bar. "But you seem to understand him just fine. Can you get me to Dragon'taan?"
*** Dragon'taan ***
Markus stepped off the Tether behind Krystal and Celina. He heaved a deep sigh, as though anxious. "Why do I get the feeling something's wrong?" he asked to no one in particular.
*** Marauder Museum, Dragon'taan ***
Lokahviing readied his EE3 Rifle and kept his eyes peeled for that shimmering figure - but he was nowhere in sight. "Where is he?" he whispered.
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"He said he'd get you there for free, missy." The human said.
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The Fox-tiger looked between the human and the Wookie. "Is that right?" she asked. "What's the catch?"
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Chewbacca shrugged.
"I don't think there is a catch." The human replied.
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"I see," the hybrid said. "Well, in that case, I'd like to get going. I can explain things once we're underway. That said... my name is Tokarev. Saraabi Tokarev."
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Chewbacca motioned for the she-fox to follow him over to a table where he explained something to a somewhat familair Human.
"You did what?!" Han solo asked. "For free? Alright ,buddy I'll trust you this time but if we don't get paid you know what happens." the human replied. "Alright kid you got a ride Docking bay 94 meet us there in a minute I got a couple things to fix."
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"Understood," Saraabi responded. She headed out of the Cantina and started for Docking Bay 94, seemingly unaware of the humanoid following her.
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*Issac sat at the booth before he sighed through his nose*
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Seraabi stood just in front of the Millennium Falcon, a very old yet very recognizable ship.
Han Solo walked out to greet the she-fox "Hey there you are we're kinda in a hurry, so if you'lll just get onboard and relax we should be on our way to Dragon'taan.
-Dragon'taan-
"One of those 'tremors in the force' as you call it ,but this time I felt it." Krystal sighed sitting on a bench to gather her thoughts.
"What happened?" Celina asked running up to Krystal."
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Markus sat down next to Krystal. "I felt it, too," he told her. "Something feels wrong, here. It's almost as if--" He stopped midsentence as he caught a glimpse of a shimmering figure dashing out of the Museum. "... tell me one of you two saw that."
*** Tatooine ***
Saraabi walked into the Millennium Falcon and sat down, and she was suddenly hit with a tremor in the Force. She laid her trophy Mandalorian Assault Rifle in her lap, keeping a hand on the grip.
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Something wrong?" Han asked as Chewie powered up the ship.
---Dragon'taan---
I saw it but this feeling is something else." Krystal replied "I haven't felt this since I found....Alex...But." she stopped thinking.
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"Don't know," Saraabi answered. "Just got an odd feeling."
*** Dragon'taan ***
"But what?" Markus asked.
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"Alright take care of yourselF i need to setup the navi computer.
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"Sooner we take off, the better," Saraabi stated.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Krystal, what is it?" Markus asked.
*** Marauder Museum, Dragon'taan ***
After searching the museum for the shimmering apparition, and finding no trace of him, Lokahviing surmised the creature had left the museum. Not wanting to be caught flat-footed, he kept his weapon held in his arms as he exited the museum with Kyra. "Have you ever heard of anything like that? A creature that's nearly invisible?" he asked her.
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"Take Ashara or Xalek with you... just in case," Vokun suggested.
"Alright, that sounds like a good idea. So, um... is breakfast ready yet?"
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"I don't know... I think someoen has made another being using my DNA." Krystal muttered.
--Museum, Dragon'taan---
"Not naturally, no... but Rae did see.. that's it it's gotta be another Kig-Yar Assasin, but if that's the second how many are there?" She asked, weapon still drawn ears actively searching for sounds.
-Mos Eisley--
The Millennium Falcon, reached the atmosphere and flew into space, alarms going off as it did Han ran into the cockpit "What's going on?" He asked Chewbacca pointed out the window at two ships apparently trying to cut them off. one D'daridex class Warbird (http://www.st-intelligence.com/ship_database/kling/images/Dder_main.jpg) the other a much lager Scmiitar Warbird (http://www.startrekdesktopwallpaper.com/new_wallpaper/Star_Trek_Scimitar_freecomputerdesktopwallpaper_1920.jpg) " Son of a blaster, what the Sith are those things?" Han asked , Chewie pushing the throttle to max as he tried to get the 'Falcon' through before the two warships cut them off. "Anything you want to tell us?" Han asked back to Saraabi.
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Vokun handed Cecilia her plate of scrambled eggs. "Here you are," he told her.
*** Exiting Dragon'taan Museum ***
"Kig-Yar Assassin? Another?" Lokahviing asked, taken aback. "You mean, this isn't the first time they've infiltrated this place?"
*** Tatooine Orbit ***
Saraabi came to the cockpit, groaned, and rolled her eyes. "I swear, those guys never give up..." She pointed to the D'Derridex Warbird. "Tal Shiar," She pointed to the Scimitar Warbird, "Empress Sela. Both want me for different reasons, and you'll want to avoid tangling with them. Those D'Derridex Warbirds are a pain, and that Reman Warbird is loaded with weapons that'll blow this ship apart. Not that Sela or the Tal Shiar will - they want me alive. Once we're en route to Dragon'taan, I'll explain."
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Cecilia smiled, "Why thank you." She said, and began eating. "Is Xalek around? I think I'll have him take me."
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"I won't let any nerfherder touch my ship!" Han Growled "Chewie punch it."
Suddenly the falcon vanished from orbit of the desert planet entering hyper space.
Han let out a sigh... "That should get rit of them, the 'Falcon' is the fastest ship in the galaxy. We should be at Dragon'taan in 1-2 hours." Han said heading back to the crew compartment to relax.
Dragon'taan
Something tells me we'll find out soon what that was." Krystal replied, slowly getting up. "OH shoot." Krystal sighed putting her hand on her forehead.
-*** Exiting Dragon'taan Museum ***
"Yes Rae one if the top intellgence agent found one skulking around the docking bays not 5-6 hours ago." Kyra explained.
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Saraabi breathed a sigh of relief when the ship entered hyperspace. "Here's to hoping they don't follow us there."
*** Dragon'taan ***
"What is it?" Markus asked.
"Really?" Lokahviing queried. "Any idea who sent it or why it was here?"
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"A few months before my kind came to New Cerinia and setup there home the UAC a coalition allied to the DMC fought a war with a renewed covenant nobody has seen from them since , until now." Kyra replied "Don't quote me on this but I think their spies."
"I was going to be in tigress' parade of battlemechs." Krystal giggled. "I almost forgot." she added
"Eh those slugs will never catch up with my girl." Han boasted gently banging on a the wall knocking something of it " Hold together baby." he muttered "Of course she's seen better days, but we're hoping to fix that soon.
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"Spies... or assassins?" Lokahviing mused.
"Is that right?" Markus asked. "Which mech are you going to be in?"
*** In Transit ***
"You underestimate the resolve of both the Romulan Star Empire and the Tal Shiar," Saraabi commented.
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((What's happening with Raz and the rest of them over at Indari Manor))
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(As far as I know, Drake's showing Raz how to use the hover-throne and everyone else is getting ready for the festival.)
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"Spies... or assassins?" Lokahviing mused.
"Is that right?" Markus asked. "Which mech are you going to be in?"
*** In Transit ***
"You underestimate the resolve of both the Romulan Star Empire and the Tal Shiar," Saraabi commented.
" I havn't decided which mech I'm gonna use yet I was thinking either the 95 ton assault mech the Executioner or the 30 ton light Kit fox." Krystal replied, tail flicking behind her as she thought.
"Either way, Lokah, not good." Kyra replied, growling a bit at the situation.
-Hyperspace Millennium falcon---
"They ain't catching this ship sister, not with those big hunkers." Han solo boasted.
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Raz was slowly learning the controls of the chair while Drake was teaching him, "Alright. I think I know how to work it now."
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"Okay, then - it's off to the festival we go!" Drake responded to Raz's comment. He headed for the door and held it open for Razuel.
*** Millennium Falcon, In Transit ***
"You were lucky they didn't deploy a gravity well field," Saraabi told him. "The Tal Shiar of today are known to do that, ever since they struck that deal with Zaarin's Empire. Regardless, I feel I owe you an explanation. Does the name Markus Tokarev mean anything to you?"
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Well, where are you going to be? I can take Celina there and we can see you in the parade," Markus suggested.
"Does General Indari know?" Lokahviing asked Kyra.
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Raz followed behind Drake and went out the door, "Thank you.", and waited outside the door for Drake and the others.
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"Okay, then - it's off to the festival we go!" Drake responded to Raz's comment. He headed for the door and held it open for Razuel.
*** Millennium Falcon, In Transit ***
"You were lucky they didn't deploy a gravity well field," Saraabi told him. "The Tal Shiar of today are known to do that, ever since they struck that deal with Zaarin's Empire. Regardless, I feel I owe you an explanation. Does the name Markus Tokarev mean anything to you?"
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Well, where are you going to be? I can take Celina there and we can see you in the parade," Markus suggested.
"Does General Indari know?" Lokahviing asked Kyra.
"I'm not exactly sure on Tigress' plans for the parade." Krystal replied "I'll call you when I'm done though." Krystal replied getting up. "For now I need to get going see you two later.
"If you want Dad I can show you Krystal's mech I've seen them, both." Celina noted.
"He knows about the first should we tell him about this one?" Kyra asked.
---Millennium falcon, in transit.----
"I doubt they can activate it quick enough." Han boasted.
Never heard of him, Chewie?" Han asked turning to his Wookie friend,
Chewbacca who shrugged. growling something.
"He says the only one he knows by that name Is Krystal, Indari Tokarev." Han replied "Man that's a mouthful."
a few minutes later something beeped "We're coming up on Dragon'taan now, anything else you want to tell me about getting planet side
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*** Millennium Falcon, in transit to Dragon'taan ***
"Krystal Indari-Tokarev... is my mother," Saraabi explained, "And Markus... Markus Tokarev is my father. But they don't know of my existence - I was created using DNA the Tal Shiar stole from them both. The Tal Shiar want to use me as an agent inside the UAC and NCC... and Empress Sela wants to use me as an assassin. That's why they both tried to cut you off at Tatooine; that's why I am trying to get to mother and father - to warn them... and to be with my kin."
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
Drake and Anna stepped outside, followed by Mathayus and Maria. Drake checked his watch. "Parade's not for another two hours - anyone hungry?" he asked.
*** Marauder Museum Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"If the Kig-Yar are here for what I think they're here for, we need to warn--" Lokahviing stopped midsentence as his force awareness went wild. "LOOK OUT!" He exclaimed, tackling Kyra to the ground as a beam rifle discharged, the shot going through where Kyra had just been.
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"Bleh I hate this ." Kyra growedl mjolnir gen 3 armor materializing around ehr as she shot her bowcaster where she thought the beam rifle had come from. "Looks like this one is a bit more serious, here call the high General now he needs to know about this" Kyra said handing Lokahviing her communicator, going to where she thought the shot came from somehow able to leap half way up the building.
----Millennium Falcon-----
Han got on the comms hearing what Saraabi had to say but having more important things to do.
"This is Han solo, captain of the Millennium Falcon requesting landing clearance to Dragon'taan."
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Raz's stomach growled at the mention of food, "I think I could eat."
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"I vote Sol's," Drake said.
"Seconded," Anna agreed.
"Third," Mathayus and Maria stated in unison.
Drake looked to Raz. "Feel like having Sol's food again?"
"Why don't we go somewhere he wants?" Mathayus suggested.
*** Museum Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"General Indari, this is Taral - Do you read me?" Lokahviing said into the communicator. A second shot rang out, nearly hitting Lokahviing's head. Still no response. It wasn't long before a garbled transmission came through, so marred by static that Lokahviing couldn't understand what was being said.
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Unidentified user, please repeat your transmission and identify," Kyle requested.
"General," one of Kyle's subordinates piped up, "We're getting a localized jamming signal coming from the museum grounds."
Kyle frowned. "That's odd," he commented. "Send a detachment to investigate."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Affirmative, Millennium Falcon, stand by," replied Traffic Control.
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Raz shrugged, "Does Sol's have sushi?, If so then I'd be fine with going there. Or better yet, I could call my Mr.Handy robot, I believe Mathayus has already met him, anyway, Scotti makes the best food out of even the harshest of scraps, and he can make a mean array of food. I can provide the food, all that would be need is a place to set all of the stuff up."
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The last shot gave the assassin's position away to Krya, She charge the Kig-Yar, slamming her Bowcaster into it as well as tossing some sort of odd grenade that burst into orange goo, or actually paint to 'paint' the target.
Suddenly Rae rang up on the comms "General Indari sir that jamming field reads exactly the same frequency as the last one we had at Raz's ship. I don't think that's a coincidence "
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"Actually, Sol's does have Sushi," Drake said.
"And holy **** is it good," Anna agreed.
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"All military personnel, alert!" Kyle exclaimed into the radio, "We have Kig-Yar assassins on the loose!"
*** Museum grounds, Dragon'taan ***
With the target painted, Lokahviing took aim, fired, and nailed the Kig-Yar, who then fell to the ground from a rooftop. "He can't have been the only one crawling around here," he said when he went up to examine the corpse.
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"Considering it's the second I can probably say your right, but what are these things doing here?" Kyra replied, looking over the corpse.
Millennium Falcon , Dragon'taan orbit--
Han laid back in his seat, "How long does it take them to clear us for landing?" he asked.
Chewbacca was in the back working on fixing something in the engine room.
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"Oh...", Raz looked behind the group to see Scotti with a chef's hat flying over the distance, then Raz did a shooing motion and Scotti flew back to the ship, "Alright. Well, then lets get going."
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-Earth-Anna put Faith on Earth with a rough landing. "Oof!" she said, "That was harder than I took account for. Anyway, let's go shopping!"
"Yes ma'am," the second commander said, "I'll let the crew know."
-Corneria-
Fayam didn't get much response, so he went looking through the folders looking for a radar suitable for his ship. "Hmm," he sighed, "the problem is that I don't have much room for a radar, but I don't want to lose on offensive or defensive capability either. Now what do I do?"
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"Come on - I'm buying," Drake said, heading for a nearby public transport station.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Millennium Falcon, this is Dragon'taan Orbital Traffic Control - you are cleared to dock. We would let you land planetside, but all the surface docking bays are filled. However, we do have a vacant hangar you can land in."
*** Museum Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Considering that this is a Kig-Yar Assassin, I'd say someone is marked," Lokahviing responded. "But who?"
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"That'll be good sign us up for it." Han solo replied "We can handle everything else ourselves."
----Museum grounds----
"Indari?" Kyra asked "would be the only target I can think of."
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As they neared the transit station, Raz could see some people giving him some rather dirty looks, "Uh, Drake? People are giving me dirty looks... aand it's making me a little concerned...", a passerby walked rather close to Raz, coming from the opposite direction, and threw an empty can at Raz. In the distance a police siren could be heard.
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"Why would they do that? What do they have against you?" Drake asked.
*** Museum Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Maybe," Lokahviing stated, "But is there anyone else here they'd want to target? Someone else they want out of the way?"
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Raz looked a bit nervous, "In the past I might've turned a planet into a desert... a few sectors over from Dragon'taan. But it wasn't my fault, and as many times as I've told people...", Raz looked down with a sad face, "...They never believed me...", Vivian came out of Raz's chest, [Vivian]"If you would recall the massive spontaneous supernova a few years back... that was Raz, he was forced to use his and my powers to destroy a planet... but it didn't work, however Raz overloaded the machine's systems and caused an outburst of his power to cause a supernova, and thus saving the targeted planet...",Raz looked at Vivian with tears rolling down his face, [Razuel]"But at what cost!... I still killed most of that planet's population... and the rumors of me being basically the devil spread, making life a living hell for me... I could barely live off of scraps, but Scotti and Vivian helped keep me going...", Raz had stopped at this point, then Vivian took control of the chair and kept it going towards Sol's, [Vivian]"And yet you forget that it's ever so rare that we ever get people who hate us for what we caused.", Razuel still had his head down, [Razuel]"I guess you're right... I'm sorry everyone for ranting my past."
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"Why would they do that? What do they have against you?" Drake asked.
*** Museum Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Maybe," Lokahviing stated, "But is there anyone else here they'd want to target? Someone else they want out of the way?"
"The Tokareve family maybe ,but their kinda part of the Indari family so once again, Indari family." Kyra replied "I've only been working on Dragon'taan for 2 months, Lokah, I don't know everybody but I know someone who does.
-----Sol's Bar 'n grill---
"Common Daddy i'm HUNGRY!!!" Celina complained as she waited for her dad.
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(Amps, that's "Tokarev")
"Hey, don't worry about it, Raz," Anna assured Razuel, putting her hand on his. "Kyle was the same way after he reunited with me. We all wage war with the past, and the past leaves it's scars. Take Kyle, for example - did you know that he and his brother witnessed firsthand the destruction of Cerinia at the hands of the Necromyans? Kyle and Mathayus were both planetside when the Necromyans attacked."
"Yes... and it is a nightmare that still haunts us both," Mathayus said.
*** Museum Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Still, we need to get word out," Lokahviing said. "Where is General Indari?"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"Relax, Celina - Sol's is especially busy today due to the Festival," Markus chuckled. No sooner than when he said that did a waiter approach the table.
"Okay, sorry for taking so long - We have a lot of people here today," he said. "I'm Aaron, I'll be your waiter today. What can I get you to drink?"
"I'll be having a cola," Markus said. "And I think Celina's already ready to order."
Behind Markus, a human and a pregnant Lioness walked through the front door and entered Sol's.
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Station ***
The Hangar was opened for the Millennium Falcon, allowing it to enter. Saraabi felt a cold chill in her spine, and she tightened her grip on her Mandalorian Assault Rifle. Something felt wrong.
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*Earth*Anna went into the local store and stocked up good. "Ok, I think we're good to go! For now I'ma find a good restaurant where we can have ourselves a decent meal," Anna thought out loud. "Good idea," the mechanic fell with her, "Oh, before I forget, it looks like our left-front landing wheel got damaged in the rough landing." Anna remained silent, but the mechanic knew her head was far from empty.
*Corneria*
Fayam finally found a radar that wouldn't affect his ship too much... but then he looked at his ship and concluded it was his current radar. "What's the point of installing a radar I already got?" he mumbled, "Ugh. I'm clearly not a handyman. Oh well, if I can improve the current one I'll be fine, I suppose." He headed to the counter and smacked the bell. Only now he noticed there was no-one to be seen. "Oh shoot, now I know why nobody replied! There was nobody to begin with!" he said. He mumbled inside his mouth, unhearable, but clearly annoyed.
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Raz sniffles, "Heh, thanks.", Raz looked over to Mathayus, "I'm sorry for what happened to you two.", Raz then wiped the remaining tears from his face.
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*Earth*
Anna and her crew headed for a restaurant near the spaceport, which was just about never empty. They went in and looked around for a table.
*Corneria*
Fayam finally got his radar upgraded. "Will it flicker less now?" he asked the mechanic on duty. The answer: "Well, it should be less..." Fayam grumbled: "Well, 'less' doesn't sound too promising." He boarded his ship again and left Corneria looking for quick cash, like he would do usually. "Fayam for Corneria, what people are you currently looking for?" he asked through the radio (which wasn't high quality either) to Corneria.
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(Raz, Kyle isn't there with Mathayus. He's in the Military District.)
Xalek finished his morning meal, went to his chambers, and returned dressed in white robes with his double-blade Lightsaber Staff clipped to his belt. "Well, Cecilia, as soon as you're ready, we can head out," he said.
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(Amps, that's "Tokarev")
"Hey, don't worry about it, Raz," Anna assured Razuel, putting her hand on his. "Kyle was the same way after he reunited with me. We all wage war with the past, and the past leaves it's scars. Take Kyle, for example - did you know that he and his brother witnessed firsthand the destruction of Cerinia at the hands of the Necromyans? Kyle and Mathayus were both planetside when the Necromyans attacked."
"Yes... and it is a nightmare that still haunts us both," Mathayus said.
*** Museum Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Still, we need to get word out," Lokahviing said. "Where is General Indari?"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"Relax, Celina - Sol's is especially busy today due to the Festival," Markus chuckled. No sooner than when he said that did a waiter approach the table.
"Okay, sorry for taking so long - We have a lot of people here today," he said. "I'm Aaron, I'll be your waiter today. What can I get you to drink?"
"I'll be having a cola," Markus said. "And I think Celina's already ready to order."
Behind Markus, a human and a pregnant Lioness walked through the front door and entered Sol's.
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Station ***
The Hangar was opened for the Millennium Falcon, allowing it to enter. Saraabi felt a cold chill in her spine, and she tightened her grip on her Mandalorian Assault Rifle. Something felt wrong.
"I'll have the Cerinian Lemonaid, and for starters the Mozzarella sticks, Celina said turning to see Kaiber "KABBY!" She shouted trying to wave to say Hi to the 'rounded' lioness.
----Millennium Falcon-----
As The 'Falcon flew into the hanger and Landed Han turned to face Saraabi."I know that look anywhere or I wouldn't be married to a Jedi... "Whats wrong?" Han asked.
Dragon'taan Armory----
"Hmm maybe your right Tigress I'll take my kit Fox." Krystal said to her friend, the large 7 ft Tigress Arcnon.
"If you want You could try the new Arctic Wolf..." Tigress offered.
"Too many choices Tigress." Krystal giggled "Ya know I'll take you up on that offer, paint it in my parade color design and load it out with your recommended default loadout for the parade."
"Already had that one done." Tigress said showing the Blue vixen to an Arctic Wolf II (http://mechwarrior.org/_img/mech/arcticwolf.gif) painted Blue with a white stripe across the center a paint scheme designed more for a parade than combat. KRystal got her gear on and climbed into the newly donned Arctic Vixen (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/images/0/03/Arctic_Wolf_II.jpg) Battlemech, and prepared it for the parade, meanwhile elswhere in the Protomech Bays Amie prepared her Delphyne (http://ironwindmetals.com/store/images/btprotomechs/BT-207.jpg) she aptly called[ 'Drake's Rage (http://i.imgur.com/OsNPoZh.png).' The Protomech being much smaller than the larger Battlemechs
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*Earth*
After being filled up, the crew moved out of the restaurant and went into Faith again. Anna fired up the engines and said to Earth Spaceport: "Anna to Earth, Faith is leaving spaceport."
*Outer space*
Fayam's radar flickered again. "GRR! that thing is driving me crazy!" He nearly punched the radar screen, but stopped himself. He grumbled, set his engines to full power and sent Blowfish towards pirate ships.
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Raz sniffles, "Heh, thanks.", Raz looked over to Mathayus, "I'm sorry for what happened to you two.", Raz then wiped the remaining tears from his face.
"You've nothing to apologize for," Mathayus said. "You did nothing wrong. Regardless... it is a cruel irony that such a tragedy forged Kyle and I into the men we are today. The Fall of Cerinia set in motion Kyle's rise as High General of the DMC... and my rise as the Immortal Darth Faasnu."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
Kabier nearly jumped out of her skin hearing Celina calling to her. "Oh, hi!" she responded to Celina as Aaron went off to get what had been requested. "I didn't know you'd be here!"
Markus chuckled. "Good to see you again, Kabby," he said. "Baby still being a pain?"
"In one form or another," Kabier chuckled. "Where's Krystal?"
"She's gone for her part in the Parade," Markus said.
*** Millennium Falcon, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Saraabi held her weapon at the ready. "We're not alone in here..." she murmured.
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" The ship or the hanger?" Han asked looking around, preparing his old DL-55 pistol
Chewie growled smelling it prepping his Bowcaster
-------- Sol's Bar& grill----
"Oh mom will be around eventually why did you need something?" Celina asked.
-----Dragon'taan armory----
Krystal started to feel dizzy again this time she could sense danger... "Tigress Scan the local area... no Orbit for any Romulan, Klingon or any cloaking device, activity something is up. The blue vixen sighed focusing her mind to get back to prepping for the parade.
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*Earth orbit*
"Where to, captain?" the second commander asked. Anna hesitated a moment before responding. "I'm not sure. In fact, I don't even have the slightest clue. I think... erm..." She let out a sigh. "Well, I can't figure anything. Maybe you have an idea?" The second commander fell silent. After a moment, he said: "I heard there were others out on Dragon'taan. But if you don't want to meet up..." Anna said nothing, instead moved over to the autopilot and entered: "Outpost Hood". The engines roared and the ship steered itself to the outpost.
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam found itself in outpost 'Mantakar once more. He checked his radar and flew over to some ships on the edge of his scanning area, activating his weaponry.
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Fayam's weapons going active did not go unnoticed. A pair of Sangheili Assault Gunships (Assault Carriers with four forward-facing Siege MACs mounted in twos port and starboard) and four Mogai Heavy Warbirds went shields up as they approached Fayam. The lead ship hailed him, and a gruff Sangheili voice requested, "Unidentified ship, state your intent."
*** Millennium Falcon, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"On this very ship," Saraabi said. She moved cautiously toward one hallway, keeping her weapon leveled and ready to fire.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh, no," Kabier responded, "I just don't usually see Markus around without Krystal."
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, let's drown our sorrow in good food - come on," Drake suggested, having hailed a transport to take them all to Sol's.
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"She's out doing her thing for the parade." Celina explained.
*** Millennium Falcon, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Great" Han grumbled following with Chewie not far behind.
-Outpost Mantakar---
two subspace portals opened behind Fayam, two of the new Kitsune (http://i.imgur.com/CpHCXNI.png) Class cruisers coming out of the portals " This is the NCC Fourtailed and the Five tailed cruisers reporting for....wait.." the captain stopped powering up it's main weapons, shields already on due to the NCC designs being built with shield generators in mind.
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(Raz, Kyle isn't there with Mathayus. He's in the Military District.)
Xalek finished his morning meal, went to his chambers, and returned dressed in white robes with his double-blade Lightsaber Staff clipped to his belt. "Well, Cecilia, as soon as you're ready, we can head out," he said.
Cecilia had finished her breakfast rather quickly. She got up and spoke. "Okay then, lets go." She looked at the weapon Xalek was holstering. "Wow, that's a pretty fancy lightsaber." She said.
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"Where are we headed?" Xalek asked as he stepped out the door.
As soon as Xalek and Cecilia were out of earshot, Vokun let loose a long sigh. "Ashara," he said, "Keep an ear on the radio. Something feels wrong out here."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"I wasn't aware she was part of the parade in the first place," Viktor commented.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
There was a soft clatter in one of the hallways, and Saraabi was quick to rush in to investigate. There, she came face-to-face with a Romulan dressed in the uniform of the Tal Shiar. "I thought I sensed a Tal Shiar operative on board," she commented.
"Well, well, Saraabi, you really are as skilled and talented as the reports suggest," the Romulan commented.
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Give me one good reason not to shoot you." Han solo said as he came around the corner followed by his Growling Wookie friend.
----'Sol's'-----
"I think this is her first time." Celina noted.
-----Dragon'taan museum grounds----
Kyra leaned over the corpse to take the shield bracer off the dead kig-yar. "I wish i knew where General Indari was." She sighed, checking the bracer to see if it still worked.
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"I believe we're going to see the opening parade. It goes across the whole city doesn't it?"
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"Indeed it does," Xalek answered, "And this year, I believe the Parade starts in the Military District." He headed for a nearby taxi terminal.
*** Millennium Falcon ***
"How about the fact that you're still breathing, human?" the Romulan answered. "Is that a good enough reason? If I wanted to kill you, you would be dead. Besides, do you know you're carrying a wanted woman on your ship?"
*** Museum Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Let's find someone who does know where he is," Lokahviing suggested, heading in the direction of the Military District.
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"Not the first time." Han grumbled loud enough for the romulan to hear. "Besides I don't think you know what the thing behind you will do if you did kill me."
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"Oh! That's actually pretty convenient. We could go see Tigress. She has my armor I ordered pretty much as soon as I got here."
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"Certainly," Xalek agreed. He got a transport to Tigress's armory, and waited for Cecilia to get in.
*** Millennium Falcon ***
"Do you mean the Wookie?" The Romulan answered smugly. "I can vaporize him in seconds, long before he can lay a hand on me. I'll make this easy - lower your shields, and allow me to take Saraabi into custody, and I'll pretend you did not threaten an agent of the Tal Shiar."
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With that response Han and Chewie without a second thought, fired both their guns Han's heavy Dl-55 blaster pistol and chewbacca's bowcaster likely leaving a good scorch on the wall. Han made sure to aim for the Romulans disruptor in attempt to destroy his gun.
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Cecilia climbed into the taxi, there was a smile on her face and a glow in her eyes. "Oh boy, I can't wait." She giggled, "how fast can these go"?
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"I wouldn't advise testing the limits on these things," Xalek cautioned. "Andronikos - another of Master Vokun's colleagues - tried that, and nearly caused a skyway disaster. I don't think master ever let him live that one down."
*** Millennium Falcon ***
The Romulan's disruptor was indeed destroyed, but he had a backup.
But that backup was shot out of his hand the second he drew it by Saraabi's rifle. It landed in pieces behind him. "Han," Saraabi requested, "Get on the horn with Dragon'taan Military Authorities - tell them we have a Tal Shiar agent in custody."
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"Interesting, well we don't have to go that fast." She said "how long have you been training?"
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Two White vixen's appeared in the 'Falcon', they had been cloaked one digitgrade, the other normal "Already ahead of you." Rae the plantigrade, Vixen said grabbing the Tal'shair and zapping him with something to disable any shields or other equipment he had on him.
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"I've lost track of the years," Xalek responded as the Taxi lifted off. "But I am on more or less equal terms with Ashara."
*** Millennium Falcon ***
"Be warned - you have not seen the last of the Tal Shiar," the Romulan said to Han. As he would be taken away, Saraabi turned to Han.
"He's not making idle threats - if the Romulan Star Empire or the Tal Shiar have ID'ed you, you'll want to find a place to lay low," she told him. "As for me... I must find mother and father." She looked to the other vixen present. "The names Markus and Krystal Tokarev mean anything to you?"
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"Yeah Markus is at Sol's Krystal is at the Armory." Ambre replied moving the Tal'shair operative with Rae.
"Kyle we got an issue we got Kig-yar and Tal'Shiar all over something is up and I don't like it." Rae said over her private commmucator as she took the operative with her to Space port Security's brig.
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"We can handle it thanks, and about..." something beeped on the computer, Han looked over to it. "Well i guess that answers my question we just got paid."
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Fayam's weapons going active did not go unnoticed. A pair of Sangheili Assault Gunships (Assault Carriers with four forward-facing Siege MACs mounted in twos port and starboard) and four Mogai Heavy Warbirds went shields up as they approached Fayam. The lead ship hailed him, and a gruff Sangheili voice requested, "Unidentified ship, state your intent."
*** Millennium Falcon, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"On this very ship," Saraabi said. She moved cautiously toward one hallway, keeping her weapon leveled and ready to fire.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh, no," Kabier responded, "I just don't usually see Markus around without Krystal."
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, let's drown our sorrow in good food - come on," Drake suggested, having hailed a transport to take them all to Sol's.
The transport arrived and the passenger window rolled down to show an android driver, the driver then looked at Drake, "Hello, sir! Where to?", the doors then opened, and a few mechanical arms grabbed Raz's hover chair and began to secure it in the backseat, with Raz still sitting in the chair.
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"I see, do you think there's anything you could teach me yourself?"
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"Mm... Not sure," Xalek responded. "Even with all my training, I know little of the Force compared to master Suleyk. Did he tell you he was once a Dark Council member, by the title Darth Nox?"
*** Dragon'taan ***
Saraabi thanked Han and Chewbacca for the ride, and headed down planetside. There, she paid for transport to this "Sol's".
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Kig-Yar and Tal Shiar?" Kyle replied. "This day keeps getting better. What are they after?"
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
Drake got in next to Raz. "We're all headed for Sol's," he told the driver. He looked to Razuel. "If anyone rails at you for this," he indicated his seat and current predicament, "Don't worry - I'll back you up. As Dad's successor, I have a lot of respect around here. Which reminds me, Mom, where did Amie go?"
Anna shrugged. "Thought I heard her say something about her Protomech and being part of the Parade," she answered.
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Tal' Shiar was after a passenger on the Millennium Falcon." Rae replied as she pushed the Operative into a cell.
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"No, I didn't know that. He was a Darth? Interesting... does the Empire still exist?"
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"Really?" Kyle asked. "Who?"
*** In Transit to Tigress's armory ***
"Not the one Vokun knew; It was a long time ago," Xalek explained. "And then, as now, I was his apprentice. I met Master Vokun on Korriban, just months before he became Darth Nox; Ashara met him before I did, on Taris - then, there was Talos, Andronikos, and Khem Val. Oh, and a word of warning - be careful around Khem Val. He's a Dashade, and the former assassin of an ancient Sith known as Tulak Hord How he's still alive... is knowledge I do not possess." The transport landed at Tigress's armory shortly thereafter.
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Cecilia climbed out of the cab and stood in front of the armory. She was deep in thought. "Do you think... that there are people out there who want to hurt us? Just because we're with Vokun? Or because we know the Force?"
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"Dunno,Kyle didn't get her name she asked for Markus and Krystal though something tells me she's.... that can't be right.... she has similar brain patterns to Krystal...
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The driver nodded and began the trip to Sol's, [Driver]"Sure thing, Sir!", Raz looked over to Drake, [Razuel]"Alright, Drake."
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"Another child of Krystal's?" Kyle asked, incredulous. "The woman certainly has a lot of children."
*** In Transit to Sol's ***
"I think it fair to warn you, Raz, Sol's get's very busy during the festival. I'm just hoping we get there before the major crowds get there," Drake commented.
*** Tigress's armory ***
"Not here on Dragon'taan," Xalek assured Cecilia. "But out there in the galaxy... you'll need to be careful. Not everyone welcomes a force-user with open arms. Some in the galaxy fear such a gift."
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Cecilia nodded, "I see, well I guess it's good that we're safe here." She said, and began walking into the armory.
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"Another child of Krystal's?" Kyle asked, incredulous. "The woman certainly has a lot of children."
*** In Transit to Sol's ***
"I think it fair to warn you, Raz, Sol's get's very busy during the festival. I'm just hoping we get there before the major crowds get there," Drake commented.
*** Tigress's armory ***
"Not here on Dragon'taan," Xalek assured Cecilia. "But out there in the galaxy... you'll need to be careful. Not everyone welcomes a force-user with open arms. Some in the galaxy fear such a gift."
I don't think, Alex nor this new one was her choice, Kyle somebody made both of them likely to kill her or be 'their' version of Krystal seems she's well 'respected' for her abilities." Rae replied.
_Dragon'taan Tigress' Armory.---
Tigress, sat next to her New Nova Cat (http://www.crayven.net/warhawk/mechbay/novacad.jpg) Battlemech, waiting to start the parade, Elsewhere. Amie prepping her Delphyne (http://ironwindmetals.com/store/images/btprotomechs/BT-207.jpg) Protomech, and Krystal preparing to start up the newly redesigned Arctic Wolf II. (http://files.enjin.com/121994/images/mechs/arcticwolf.gif)
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"It doesn't look like Tigress is home right now," Xalek said, looking around. "She may be part of the parade."
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"If that's the case, who made this new one and why?" Kyle mused. "Where is she headed presently?"
*** Outside Sol's ***
The transport landed, and Saraabi stepped out, looking at the restaurant. According to Ambre, Markus was inside. Saraabi couldn't help but wonder how Markus would react when he saw her. Sighing heavily, she walked into Sol's, looking around inside...
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Cecilia turned to Xalek, "Hmm... then I guess we'll have to go see her won't we? Let's go over to the parade." She said, smiling.
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"It doesn't look like Tigress is home right now," Xalek said, looking around. "She may be part of the parade."
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"If that's the case, who made this new one and why?" Kyle mused. "Where is she headed presently?"
*** Outside Sol's ***
The transport landed, and Saraabi stepped out, looking at the restaurant. According to Ambre, Markus was inside. Saraabi couldn't help but wonder how Markus would react when he saw her. Sighing heavily, she walked into Sol's, looking around inside...
Keri walked up to Cecilia "Are you miss Jacobs?" the Khajiit asked.
"Should be in Sol's by now." Rae replied
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Cecilia was taken by suprise "Oh! Umm, yes, I'm Cecilia. Nice to meet you. What's this about?"
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"Another child of Krystal's?" Kyle asked, incredulous. "The woman certainly has a lot of children."
*** In Transit to Sol's ***
"I think it fair to warn you, Raz, Sol's get's very busy during the festival. I'm just hoping we get there before the major crowds get there," Drake commented.
*** Tigress's armory ***
"Not here on Dragon'taan," Xalek assured Cecilia. "But out there in the galaxy... you'll need to be careful. Not everyone welcomes a force-user with open arms. Some in the galaxy fear such a gift."
Raz looked a bit worried, "Uh, okay. Well I guess I'll try and stay with one you then.".
The transport landed outside of Sol's and the roof contracted, [Driver]"I'm terribly sorry, but it seems that the robotic arms have malfuntioned, but you should hover out on your chair.", the driver said to Raz, then Raz's chair hovered out of the transport and hovered just outside of the transport on the sidewalk, whilst the doors for the others opened, [Driver]"Have a good day, sirs and madams!"
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*Outpost Hood*
Faith arrived after a short trip at Outpost Hood. "Anna to Hood, we're approaching you. Request to land spaceship Faith," Anna sent.
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam was surprised to hear the message from their battleship. He replied: "This is Fayam Aerial. I wanna plunder some o' these pirate ships here. They have riches." Without awaiting the response he aimed to some pirates and pressed the "FIRE" button. Immediately his ship responded and the F.A.I.R.'s rapidly fired ion bullets toward the pirate ships...
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The sudden news of pirate ships gave way to nearly every ship in the vicinity going shields up and weapons hot, but they seemed content to let Fayam deal with the Pirates.
"Fayam, this is Outpost 'Mantakar. We'll stay back and let you deal with the Pirates. If you need assistance, radio--" it was completely unexpected when a transwarp aperture appeared, and a small battle group of Kazon Raiders accompanied by a pair of Cardassian Keldon Battleships came through. They all went shields-up and weapons-hot, and all of them targeted Fayam.
*** Outpost Hood ***
"Starship Faith, this is Outpost Hood," responded a throaty Sangheili voice, "You are cleared to dock. Approach when ready. We're transmitting the approach vector - radio if you need assistance."
*** Sol's ***
Drake got out with Anna, Mathayus and Maria, standing next to Raz. "Now, to get a table before they're all gone..."
Inside, Saraabi looked about until she saw a man in uniform, sitting with a young tiger. She stared at them both, noticing the resemblance between the young tiger and the man in uniform.
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Celina Tingled shuddering a bit... "I feel a tingle in the force." She muttered.
_Tigress' Armory----
"Oh! That's actually pretty convenient. We could go see Tigress. She has my armor I ordered pretty much as soon as I got here."
"Yeah she had a question about your wings." Keri said "Follow me she's preparing the last bit of things for the parade." She said leading the way to where tigress was.
Tigress blinked "Ahh just the mouse I've been wanting to see? Did you lose weight?" The large tiger asked.
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*Outpost Hood*
Anna got the contact and sent back: "Understood. Initiating docking process, docking in approximately 2 minutes." The second commander went standing next to her. He said: "Well, what are we doing here?" Anna replied shortly: "Simple. We head for their cargo office and see if we can make a penny acting as cargo ship." "Ok... If you wish, ma'am."
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam noticed the battle colony and now also activated all other weaponry. He pressed some more "FIRE" buttons and the ship spew forth a barrage of projectiles and lasers aimed for the fleet. Being addicted to offence, his electro-shield was the last thing he switched on. He let out a battle cry and went into full assault. At this point he wanted to have the 'Mantakar battleships lend a hand, but his radio was creaking like mad. The battleships received no more from him then "I- *knrrrrzt* -he- *kggggt*" He noticed, and screamed. "I got the guns and the armour but the rest lacks!" he moaned, "Maybe I should get a better ship. I got this one for 9 years now, anyway... But at that point it was still high-tech." He grumbled and fell in in-mouth mumbling.
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Cecilia saw Tigress and gave a a friendly smile and wave. "Me? Oh no, well... at least I don't think so. It's really nice to see you again. I saw you playing the drums at that restaurant. You're pretty talented!"
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Though garbled, the Coalition forces present got the request for help. Several Coalition Klingon and Romulan ships - a Negh'Tev Battlecruiser, two Vor'cha Attack Cruisers, and three Ar'Kif Tactical Warbirds - moved to intercept, while a trio of Coalition Sangheili ships - a modified Assault Carrier accompanied by a pair of modded DDS Carriers - moved to assist Fayam. The Sangheili ships fired a small flurry of Kapoleron Plasma torpedoes to cover the Klingon and Romulan ships' advance, while the Klingon and Romulan vessels moved to engage the interlopers.
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"Eh it's a hobby." Tigress shrugged "So about the wings I can make your suit include them, but i can also put the wings on the suit I think." tigress explained "Which do you prefer the second option will take longer.
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"Hmm... well, I don't know how to use them yet so I don't think I'll be including them with the suit." Cecilia said.
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"So you want them in the suit?" Tigress asked.
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*Outpost Hood*
Anna steered the ship with precision to the outpost and docked succesfully. "Anna to Outpost, docking succesful," she called. The gunslinger entered the cockpit and asked: "What are we doing here?" Anna replied: "Simple. Make some money by doing cargo deliveries. We're running out." With those words she left the ship and headed into the Outpost.
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam was glad to see help had come, but less glad to see his dashboard littered with red lights showing dead equipment. Virtually only his weapons, shields and flight control were working properly. Still, he didn't give up the fight. "Man, I haven't had a war like this for ages!" he proclaimed. He turned up some switches and his weapons gave it their all... except for the Nuclear Torpedoes, which were his "secret weapon" he only used in emergencies. He had a reason: they were rare and expensive, but extemely powerful.
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Cecilia nodded "Yup, I don't think I'll be getting them removed anytime soon. So putting them inside the suit would work fine."
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"Then here you go be careful with putting the wings in." Tigress replied walking over to a case where the armor was stored, opening it.
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Cecilia eyes lit up as she saw her armor all shiny and perfect. "Oh yay! I love it! Thank you!" She said and reached into her pocket. Inside was a small bag full of gold and jewels. "Don't bother with making change, just take it. You've earned it. Now where can I go to put in on?"
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*Outpost Hood*
Anna made her way to the cargo center. She looked around for the main office. When she found it she walked in and said to the cleck: "I offer Faith for an undecided time for cargo delivery."
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Cecilia eyes lit up as she saw her armor all shiny and perfect. "Oh yay! I love it! Thank you!" She said and reached into her pocket. Inside was a small bag full of gold and jewels. "Don't bother with making change, just take it. You've earned it. Now where can I go to put in on?"
"inside there's a setup for it or the changing room word of warning, it's powered armor so take it easy, move around a little get a feel for it."
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"Okay, I'll be careful," Cecilia said. she closed the case and heaved it over to the changing room. She streched her wings out as far as they could go and began attaching the pieces of the suit to her body. When it was all done Cecilia gave a very wide smile to herself in the mirror. She looked amazing and felt amazing too. She stepped out and revealed herself to Tigress. "This is just wonderful! Thanks again."
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Tigress just shrugged in responce, it was her job after all.
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
The Kazon and Cardassian ships were dispatched quickly, but a new problem arose - a battle group of Jiralhanae and Kig-Yar ships dropped out of slipspace. "All ships, alert!" came the Commandant's voice over the radio, "We have heavy inbound!"
*** Outpost Hood ***
The clerk looked up from the desk. "For that, you might want to see the Commander," she said, pointing upward. "He's on the Command Deck."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
As Drake, his family and Raz were taken to a table, Celina would notice the half-fox, half-tiger woman approaching Markus while he had his back turned.
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Kyle to Krystal," Kyle said over the radio, talking over a coded channel to Krystal, "It seems another of your lost children has come to Dragon'taan looking for you... well, you and Markus."
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Cecilia twirled around several times until she got slightly dizzy. "So... so what can this suit do?"
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Shortly after they all sat down at their table, a young otter girl came up to their table with a little notepad, "H-hello, I'm Natalie, and I'll be your waitress this evening. W-what would you all like?", it could be plainly seen that she was nervous, Raz looked over to her, "Miss, are you okay?", Natalie seemed to jump when Raz began to talk to her, "N-no, I-I'm fine... Now, w-what would you like?", Raz still had a look of concern on his face, but tried to put that behind him, "I'll just have a large platter of sushi, and a glass of something to warm a dragon.", at the mention of Sushi, Natalie seemed to become more friendly towards Raz, she then jotted down Raz's order, "Okay, so you'll be having a Deluxe assorted sushi platter, and a glass of Dragon fruit tea?", Raz nodded and Natalie turned to Drake, "And what would you like?"
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"I will be having a Cola, a nine-ounce sirloin, medium rare, and a side of green beans," Drake responded.
Anna, Mathayus and Maria all waited patiently to put in their requests.
*** Tigress' Armory ***
As Cecilia was trying out her new suit, a young snow leopard came in, dressed in crimson Mandalorian armor custom-tailored to her species and feminine physique and armed with a heavily-modified ACR. She nodded to Cecilia in greeting, then looked to Tigress. "Tigress, any word on that shipment from Mandalore? The troops are getting anxious."
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Natalie jotted down Drake's request and turned to Anna, "Okay, and what will you have?"
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"I'll be having the chicken tenders with fries and a sweet iced tea," Anna requested.
"I'll be having the same," Mathahyus added in.
The pregnant lioness that was Kabier walked by, stopped, and asked Raz, "I don't think I've seen you here before - you new here?"
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"I will be having a Cola, a nine-ounce sirloin, medium rare, and a side of green beans," Drake responded.
Anna, Mathayus and Maria all waited patiently to put in their requests.
*** Tigress' Armory ***
As Cecilia was trying out her new suit, a young snow leopard came in, dressed in crimson Mandalorian armor custom-tailored to her species and feminine physique and armed with a heavily-modified ACR. She nodded to Cecilia in greeting, then looked to Tigress. "Tigress, any word on that shipment from Mandalore? The troops are getting anxious."
"It just game in Anne, it's in the back" *Tigress pointed to a nearby Leopard (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/images/3/3c/Dropship_Concept.jpg) Dropship
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"Are you going to be in the parade?" Cecilia asked the snow leopard. Then she quickly turned to Tigress. "Oh! Do you think there's a spot for me?"
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"My ARC troops are part of the parade, yes - and I'll be leading them myself," Anne answered Cecilia's question. When Tigress indicated the dropship, she shrugged. "Let me know when all that is unloaded. In the meantime, I'll tell the boys their new toys have arrived."
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
The Kazon and Cardassian ships were dispatched quickly, but a new problem arose - a battle group of Jiralhanae and Kig-Yar ships dropped out of slipspace. "All ships, alert!" came the Commandant's voice over the radio, "We have heavy inbound!"
*** Outpost Hood ***
The clerk looked up from the desk. "For that, you might want to see the Commander," she said, pointing upward. "He's on the Command Deck."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
As Drake, his family and Raz were taken to a table, Celina would notice the half-fox, half-tiger woman approaching Markus while he had his back turned.
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Kyle to Krystal," Kyle said over the radio, talking over a coded channel to Krystal, "It seems another of your lost children has come to Dragon'taan looking for you... well, you and Markus."
"yeah I got that feelign awhile ago before I left markus and Celina." Krystal replied
(On a side note did Markus say anythjing about Celina's "A tingle in the force" Comment?
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"I'll be having the chicken tenders with fries and a sweet iced tea," Anna requested.
"I'll be having the same," Mathahyus added in.
The pregnant lioness that was Kabier walked by, stopped, and asked Raz, "I don't think I've seen you here before - you new here?"
"Okay,", Natalie put down Mathayus and Anna's order then turning to Maria, "And what will you have?"
Razuel looked at Kabier, "Uh... yeah I'm fairly new on Dragon'taan.", Raz smiled at the lioness, "By the by, I'm Razuel."
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Saraabi stopped just shy of Markus, looking between him and Celina. "Celina, sweetie, is there someone behind me?" Markus asked.
Kabier extended a hand. "Kabier Drakona... but my friends call me Kabby," she introduced herself. "The human dragon-shifter at the booth on the other side of Lord-Admiral Tokarev is my husband, Viktor..." She patted her enlarged belly and added, "... and little Tyber's daddy."
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Cecilia twirled around several times until she got slightly dizzy. "So... so what can this suit do?"
Well it has a fully integrated triple layer personal shield Fully intgrated HUD with IFF and other sensors systems and it should protect you up to about... 1 ton of Dynamite's worth of an explosion actually you could survive 3-4 tones but you'd still be injured, it amplifies your strength, by at least 5 times and once you get more use to it you'll be Faster, strong better that sort of stuff. Basically it's a slightly downgraded version that the DMC uses the Shields are just a bit weaker ,but you've got three so yeah.." Tigress explained. "Just remember take things slow at first.
(Sorry Cecilia catching up
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Razuel smiled, "Well it is nice to see you, Kabier Drakona. And sorry to be upfront, but when are you expecting?"
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Saraabi stopped just shy of Markus, looking between him and Celina. "Celina, sweetie, is there someone behind me?" Markus asked.
Kabier extended a hand. "Kabier Drakona... but my friends call me Kabby," she introduced herself. "The human dragon-shifter at the booth on the other side of Lord-Admiral Tokarev is my husband, Viktor..." She patted her enlarged belly and added, "... and little Tyber's daddy."
"Yeah she feels .... my sister." Celina added looking at the Fox/tiger hybrid behind her dad. "Looks like she wants to speak with you, subtle isn't she?"
"Wasn't it just a few weeks? Asked a grey she-wolf up front at the bar "Another sugar water and an order of those coconut shrimp, please." She told the waiter/waitress.
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(You're fine)
"Cool," Cecilia said, she clicked on her helmet and it slowly created itself around her head. She began to play with all the different features of the HUD and quickly became mesmerized.
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"Yeah, a few weeks," Kabier said with a blush. "I'm gonna be a mommy soon."
Markus looked back over his shoulder, then stood and faced Saraabi, standing a head taller than she. No words were spoken for the longest time, as father stared into the eyes of yet another daughter.
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(You're fine)
"Cool," Cecilia said, she clicked on her helmet and it slowly created itself around her head. She began to play with all the different features of the HUD and quickly became mesmerized.
"Slow down. I also forgot it has enough air for about 24 maybe 25 hours of oxygen for underwater or in space's vacuum."
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Cecilia could see an oxygen meter in the HUD. "Yeah, I can see it. This is really neat."
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Natalie jotted down Maria's order then left to get the order to the chef, "Be right back folks with your drinks."
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*Outpost Hood*
Anna watched her crew loading Faith's cargo bay. "This goes to Dragonaria," she was told. After the ship was loaded she punched in "Dragonaria" in the autopilot and the ship started movement.
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
The warning from the commander was received by Blowfish but the radio didn't let hear so much as "Kgggnrzzzzgggggt". Fayam looked around why there was a message sent and saw the new fleet arriving. He pressed the fire buttons again but this time yet another red light switched on: he had run out of homing missiles. Fayam ground his teeth while deactivating the corresponding launchers.
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(Uh, Fayam, did you mean "Dragonaria"? Or did you mean "Dragon'taan"?)
*** Sol's ***
Markus and the fox-tiger hybrid stared at each other for the longest time, not a sound coming from either of them. It was Saraabi who finally broke the silence. "Lord-Admiral... I imagine you can sense who I am."
"Indeed I can," Markus responded. "You are of my blood. Mine and Krystal's... how curious."
"It's... a long story, better discussed when you and mother are present," Saraabi said evasively.
"Can you not tell me?" Markus asked.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
As soon as the new fleet arrived, one of the ships - an old Salvation-class Assault Carrier - immediately went into Slipspace, the ion trail heading for Dragon'taan. "Comms, get a line to Dragon'taan - they have incoming!" The commandant commanded.
"Sir, the Covenant fleet is jamming our transmissions!" Comms reported. The Commandant growled, then gave another order:
"Neutralize the source of the jamming, then get word to Dragon'taan!"
"Why the bloody hell would they send just one ship?" Tactical mused. "They'd need a massive fleet just to put a dent in the Marauder Corps' forces in orbit alone!"
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"Yeah, a few weeks," Kabier said with a blush. "I'm gonna be a mommy soon."
"Well, congratulations, Kabby. Oh, I think you should meet my closest friend, just give me a minute.", Raz's stone shone for a second then on the armrest of the hover chair, Vivian appeared and just sat down and was rubbing her eye, and was approximately the size of a normal pop can, [Vivian]"Why did you wake me up...", [Razuel]"I just thought you should meet Kabier here.", [Vivian]"Alright, but you'll let me sleep after, right?", [Razuel]"Yes I will, Vivian. So this is my best friend.", Raz said gesturing to the small Vivian, and Vivian did a tired wave up to Kabier.
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"Oh, hello," Kabier greeted. "And thank you, Raz--"
"Kabby, honey, what are you--" came Viktor's voice before he noticed Razuel there. Fixing his emerald-green dragon eyes on Razuel, then his hover-throne, then back to Raz, he asked, "What's with the San'Shyuum hover-throne?"
"He was injured, Vik - let him be," Drake said.
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--Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan--
The mechs began to move out getting into thier parade formation
First in line Keri and Kiri in Nova Cats (http://ironwindmetals.com/store/images/btmechs/20-917.jpg) then Tigress and a random Fire Khajiit in Timber wolves (http://www.angelfire.com/fang/dyrewolfes_den/images/Timber_Wolf.jpg) Following them two random pilots in Riflemen IIC (http://www.heavygauss.com/HEAVY/riflemanIIC4.jpg). After that a Single Nova (http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2013/359/c/c/nova_by_raysss-d6zdbmd.gif) Battlemech. Then finally Krystal in an Arctic wolf II (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/ce/dc/94/cedc9418a0c297fd6a1bfbd5447f37a9.jpg) and Amie in her Delphyne (http://ironwindmetals.com/store/images/btprotomechs/BT-207.jpg) Protomech The group started to move slowly into position just at the edge of the Armory grounds waiting On Tigress' order to proceed.
Tigress looked at her Radar then out the cockpit windows "Where is the Rest of the parade ground elements they should have crossed our path by now." she muttered
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"Oh, hello," Kabier greeted. "And thank you, Raz--"
"Kabby, honey, what are you--" came Viktor's voice before he noticed Razuel there. Fixing his emerald-green dragon eyes on Razuel, then his hover-throne, then back to Raz, he asked, "What's with the San'Shyuum hover-throne?"
"He was injured, Vik - let him be," Drake said.
"It's okay, Drake. Well, Admiral...",Raz then explained what happened to him with little detail, "And that's why I'm in this chair."
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Cecilia saw the robots and mechs moving around in sync with each other. "Tigress? Are we going to be in the parade?" She asked.
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Cecilia saw the robots and mechs moving around in sync with each other. "Tigress? Are we going to be in the parade?" She asked.
By then Tigress had already left Cecilia , however another Khajiit walked up to Cecilia. "Sorry Tigress had to go and no your not in the parade, anyway here's the manual for the suit and the Materializer storage device this device converts your armor into energy and stores it, you simply ask or think about it to put it back on." The Khajiit explained. "Very useful for keeping large loads off your back it will also materialize any other item you have weapons jewelry clothing...
"Anne? anybody where's the Parade?" Tigress asked over the Parade comm line.
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Cecilia took the device and manual. "Aww... that's disappointing... I wanted to ride on a float." She looked to Xalek (if he hasn't left) "So what now? The parade is about to start. Should we find somewhere to stand and watch?"
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"Well if you wanted to be in it you could join ,but as far as I know there are no floats just military vehicles.
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(Sorry for the lateness of this response - got lost slaughtering NPCs in Garry's Mod)
Behind the mechs rode several military vehicles and troop formation, a marching band playing "Klendathu Drop" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_qu31AUUho (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_qu31AUUho) ) as the troops marched. At the head of the marching troop formation was Colonel Anne and her ARC troops.
(Best song I could find for the DMC on short notice.)
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"Anne plans were for the tanks and troops to be in the lead, lead the way Colonel the big boys will follow." Tigress smirked, going to enjoy this even if it was just a walk through the city.
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Anne did not respond, but continued the troop march across the city. Xalek stood at the side of one of the streets, taking in the sight of the DMC's finest marching in the parade with full compliments of mechs and vehicles.
"Twenty-five years ago," came Kyle's voice across every speaker across the city, "The Necromyans started a war that united us all. They preyed on our worlds, our ships, our people. It was a dark time, when dragon-shifters everywhere were hunted like animals, ordinary people were kidnapped and tortured to find us, and worlds were destroyed for supporting us. It was a time of chaos and genocide the likes of which had not been seen since the days of Sul Kuudaako and his regime among the Kemorainian Star Empire. But fate, it seemed, was not without a sense of irony; in the Necromyans' efforts to wipe us out, they caused us to unite as one! And in this unity, we could not be defeated! We fought the Necromyans tooth and nail, blade upon blade, gun to gun, face to face, and man to man! We began winning victory after victory, until the united peoples of our galaxy marched to the final downfall of the Necromyan Collective! And in the years since, we have made great strides, militarily and diplomatically! We have made new friends, powerful allies! But, alas, we have also made new enemies - enemies that would seek to destroy everything we have built here. Believe me when I say, we live in difficult times. But if we are to face these menaces together, we must first shed our fear of them! I speak to you now truthfully unafraid. Why? Because I have seen things you have not? No! I speak to you unafraid because I remember! I remember I am here not because of the path that lies before me, but because of the path that lies behind me! I remember that for many years since before I was born, dragon-shifters and their allies have fought their many enemies! I remember that for so many years, many have sent their armies to destroy us! And after centuries of war, I remember that which matters most: WE ARE STILL HERE!!!" The crowds across Dragon'taan let loose a rallied cheer. "Tonight, let us send a message to the armies of our enemies! Tonight let us shake the stars! Let us tremble this world of earth, steel, and stone! Let us be heard from red core to black, starlit sky! Tonight, let us make them remember: This is Dragon'taan, and we are not afraid!" The cheering intensified as music boomed over the speakers.
Kyle turned to General Draco and General K'torr. "Too much?" he asked.
"Not at all," K'torr responded.
"I thought you were very passionate in that speech," Draco commented. "Very moving."
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Raz could hear the booming of the parade, "What's that?"
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Rae, Luka and amber stood guard near Kyle just in case behind them Lupe,Ruby, And Tala three she-wolves also stood guard, the DMC had enemies and they all knew the precautions may have been a little much though.
Meanwhile the parade finally got into order the mechs following behind the other ground units in the parade, Amie Firing up the flamethrower in the mouth of the Delphyne, just for show. The Nova in the middle of the mech group firing all different colors of laser pointers a sort of laser light show in a military package.
"Aww come now, Star commander, hit the jukebox!" Tigress said over the mech comms. in response the nova pilot lightly punched the mech in front of him with the mechs's arm and hand. "No not that one!" The Nova's loud speaker came on, setting it's volume as to not overcome the band's music, at first playing the sounds like an old vinyl record player as if it were a real jukebox, starting the song Halo 3 Warthog Run (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGnfna20t0A) to play over the mech's loudspeaker. Catching up to the group just in sync to the plan two Executioner Battlemech's (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/9b/08/c1/9b08c19d37f74bc677353bb8cce0b55b.jpg) joined the group
----Sol's----
Just the parade music and the mechs stomping on the ground." Amie replied. "Those things set off mini earthquakes after all they weigh in at up to 100 tones.
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Natalie the Waitress came stumbling from the kitchen doors due to the vibrations being generated from the battle mechs in the parade, "Gah, every parade they have they always have to have those darn mechs.", Natalie did manage to get the food onto the table but dropped the drinks, "Oh c'mon, *sigh* I'll be back with your drinks folks.", Natalie then quickly cleaned up the spilled drinks and went back to the kitchen to replace the spilt drinks.
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Natalie the Waitress came stumbling from the kitchen doors due to the vibrations being generated from the battle mechs in the parade, "Gah, every parade they have they always have to have those darn mechs.", Natalie did manage to get the food onto the table but dropped the drinks, "Oh c'mon, *sigh* I'll be back with your drinks folks.", Natalie then quickly cleaned up the spilled drinks and went back to the kitchen to replace the spilt drinks.
"What the owner didn't set up the shock absorbers Tigress mentioned?" said a random patron.
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"No," Came the voice of Sol, the proprietor of Sol's, "The shipment of those that I had ordered got hijacked by Sargasso Pirates out in Cornerian space."
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A waiter yelled to Sol, "Although that may be true boss, I just don't know why you didn't ask one of the local businesses for supplies.", the waiter then turned to the Patron that made the previous statement, "There are stabilizers under the tables however, but they've been there forever, and are still in good shape.", the waiter then left back to the kitchen.
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"You could always wear rubber shock absorbers on your shoes too." Celina noted with a shrug.
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Saraabi looked to Celina. "Markus and Krystal, I knew from the database - you were not in it. Who are you?" she asked.
"That's my daughter," Markus said. "So be respectful."
Saraabi looked between Celina and Markus and back, finally saying to Celina, "If you're Markus' daughter, I guess that makes you and I sisters."
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Saraabi looked to Celina. "Markus and Krystal, I knew from the database - you were not in it. Who are you?" she asked.
"That's my daughter," Markus said. "So be respectful."
Saraabi looked between Celina and Markus and back, finally saying to Celina, "If you're Markus' daughter, I guess that makes you and I sisters."
Celina looked at her dad... "Be respectful to your other daughter too, Dad." Celina replied turning back to her older sister. "I'm Celina Tokarev.
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"You could always wear rubber shock absorbers on your shoes too." Celina noted with a shrug.
Another waiter passed by Celina and dropped a note on the table, and it read out "We've tried, but the boss wants us to have 'Perfect Posture', it's just nonsense, but some are able to deal with the shocks."
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"Saraabi Tokarev," Saraabi introduced herself. "Where's... mom?"
"Krystal is part of the parade, and I don't know how long she'll be," Markus responded. "So you may as well get comfortable with us." He sat back down, and Saraabi hesitantly sat down next to Celina, leaning her Mandalorian Assault Rifle next to the table.
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----Dragon'taan Sky parade, Wolf's claw----------
"See I told you, much better view up here of the parade." Kia said as she piloted the large YT-1300 freighter through the air followed by Z-95 headhunters, T-65 X wing's, RZ-1 a-wing interceptors , Tie Defenders, Achillles fighters (http://www.hard-light.net/wiki/index.php/GTF_Achilles) and a few Perseus fighters (http://www.hard-light.net/wiki/images/thumb/Perseus_12_w14_lighting.png/360px-Perseus_12_w14_lighting.png).
--Dragon'taan ground Parade---
The mechs continued their march with the rest of the parade elements Amie showing off her large dragon like protomech by pausing and doing random expressions and movments like flexing the protomechs arm the design of the Delphyne, making it look almost like a real dragon.
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*Dragonaria*
As Faith entered Dragonaria Anna ordered he mechanic: "Do a full check on the ship. I see in the logs that it's time for one again. Don't worry, you can do that while we're loading." She turned to the radio. "Anna to Dragonaria, starship Faith coming in loaded with goods for Dragonaria."
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam panicked as with every passing minute more red lights switched on in the cockpit. "Where did I even get this piece of junk from?" Then he remembered he inherited the ship from his father who had owned it for another 30 years. "Oh... right. Time to get a new one." He tried to let the other ships know he had to retreat but the radio only sent: "kgt-...-fggt-...-knrzt." He wanted to leave, but his engines also gave up. He got mad and punched the dashboard, what caused his entire ship to refuse service.
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As the parade began to start, Cecilia looked around for Xalek. Her suit's visor spotted him straight away and made a beeline for him. "Woops! Looks like I was a little late. That was a nice speech."
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"It was also a very true statement," Xalek commented. "In any event, the Parade has officially kicked off, and if you come with me, you may well get the chance to meet the rest of General Indari's family, if you haven't already."
*** Dragon'taan Sky ***
"I never doubted you," Ketorr responded to Kia's comment. "It's just a shame that Lian couldn't be here. She would have loved this." Nearby, a wedge formation of TIE Defenders began spinning in formation, like gears in a machine, then broke formation.
*** Dragonaria Orbit ***
"Starship Faith, this is Dragonaria Traffic Control, we have you on sensors - maintain present course, we should have your approach vector in a few. Stand by," Came a female Dragonarian's voice.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
A group of Reman warships from the Romulan Republic dropped out of warp right on top of the Covenant Remnant fleet. Additionally, a battle fleet of KDF ships appeared, and then another fleet appeared, a Sangheili one. Outnumbered by a five-to-one margin, the Covenant forces chose that moment to retreat. Their ion trail put them on course for Outpost Hood, ETA unknown. The Commandant, having known of Fayam's radio troubles, hoped the computers were still functional as he sent a text message to the ship: "We are sending repair ships to tow you in. We appreciate your assistance dealing with this sudden attack. Let us know what you need, we can get right on that."
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"Oh she's at least seeing it." Kia replied, pointing to a mounted camera she had which was feeding live video to Lian if she was able to whatch.
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"Oh, does the parade go to the palace? I'd like to see the palace again."
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"This is Alpha Theta, engage plan D" Tigress said over the parade comm line.
"Ketorr better strap in!" Kia said hearing the signal, preparing for something
the Nova's loud speaker changed songs starting to play Dreams -Van Halen (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MhtednkzJl4) the mechs stopping in place and starting to dance, well those that had the articulation, Amie having the most articulation in her Delphyne was joined by 2 other Delphynes and 2 smaller Procyon (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/images/thumb/a/af/Procyon_(ProtoMech).jpg/191px-Procyon_(ProtoMech).jpg.png) wolf like Protomechs joined in the group dancing.
Meanwhile overheard. part of the sky parade started to do a carefully synced air show showing off various manuvers, lead by the Wolf's Claw into coordinated maneuvers synced with the song, Kia' executing a loop spin towards the ground, pulling up back into the air and preforming a Barrel roll once high enough in the air, forming back up the squadron started breaking off one at a time at exactly 2 minutes and 40 seconds into the song, syncing exactly with the guitar solo, then finally heading high into the air, leveling off splitting up to regroup back together back on the parade route below . For the whole approximately 5 minute song the aero craft did various maneuvers while the mechs danced below.
The stunt finished the Nova's loudspeaker started playing Right now-Van Halen (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyGzPmgR1QY)
As the group moved on to continue the parade Tigress commented on the 'stunt'"Wonderful work, people!" she said over the parade comms.
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Xalek frowned in confusion. "Palace? What palace?" he asked.
The TIE Defenders went along with Kia, executing their own dazzling air stunts.
Saraabi looked out a window in time to see the Parade as it was passing through. "Well, the festival's officially kicked off," Markus commented.
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"The Indari Manor, it's kind of like a palace isn't it? That's where the General's family lives. I've been there a couple of times. Does the parade make a stop there?"
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"No, sorry," Xalek responded, "Too far out-of-route." He started for a nearby transport when he nearly collided with Jaesa.
"Oh!" Jaesa exclaimed, "Xalek! I didn't know you were in the crowd! You usually aren't one for--" she stopped seeing Cecilia. "... Hello, Cecilia. I hear Vokun has taken you as one of his apprentices."
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Cecilia waved and nodded. "Yup, that's true. My training is supposed to begin after the festival. Are you a friend of his?"
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==Sol's==
Natalie came back with the drinks and when she almost fell again, Raz used his tail to help balance her, "Thank you. Here you all go.", Natalie gave everyone their drinks then put a little button in the middle of the table, "Press this if you need help.", Natalie then went to another table to take orders.
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Xalek frowned in confusion. "Palace? What palace?" he asked.
The TIE Defenders went along with Kia, executing their own dazzling air stunts.
Saraabi looked out a window in time to see the Parade as it was passing through. "Well, the festival's officially kicked off," Markus commented.
"That's a a whole mec load of mechs." Celina commented.
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"I'll say," Markus commented.
"So where's mom in that jumbled mass?" Saraabi asked.
Drake sipped his cola and looked out at the parade. "Yeah... Festival's officially kicked off," he said. Looking to Raz, he added, "Too bad my cousin, Thomas, couldn't be here. Him and his girlfriend, Janie."
*** Docking Bays ***
Thomas and Janie, hands interlocked, beamed down to Dragon'taan's surface from an orbiting ship. "Hope we're not too late," Thomas commented. "Promised cousin Drake we'd be here on time."
"He'll understand when we explain," Janie assured her boyfriend. "Come on - he's likely gonna be at Sol's."
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Celina got up to look outside "Moms in that blue and white Arctic wolf II." She explained. "I can tell by the color scheme.
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Raz took a sip from his drink, "They sound pleasant."
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"They can be," Anna said.
"Janie can be a bit war wacky, sometimes," Drake told Raz. "But no more so than Thomas. Thomas, however... be careful what you say to him. Especially the Covenant Remnant attack on New Circinius, before the formation of the Renewed Covenant - that's still a sensitive subject."
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Raz began to eat his sushi, "That's understandable, Drake. I'll keep that in mind."
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*Dagonaria*
The mechanic was just done checking the ship and reported to Anna: "There's but one problem to report and it can be fixed in an instant. There's a small crack in the isolation of a wire, fortunately not an important one." He pulled out a roll of tape and fixed it. In the meantime the ship was unloaded and Anna saw her bank balance rise.
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
The text message didn't receive Fayam. In the dark of his ship he looked for something he could write on. He found a box and felt inside. "Spare parts," he concluded, "useless right now." He tore the lid off, took a marker and wrote in big letters: "ALL SYSTEMS DOWN- NEED TO BE TOWED- DON'T CARE WHERE" He pushed it against his ship window and desperatly tried to grab the attention of an allied ship.
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
A Coalition Galaxy-class Retrofit locked onto Fayam with a tractor beam, and began towing the ship back to the shipyard for repairs.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
Janie and Thomas walked into Sol's and looked around. "Do you see him?" Thomas asked.
"Not yet," Janie responded.
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Raz stopped eating for a second, looked at the entrance of Sol's then looked back at Drake, "What do they look like exactly?"
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*Dragonaria*
Anna asked the postal officer: "Are there any cargo delivery jobs you have for us? We'll be glad to take some out of your hands." the answer: "Now you asked, we do. Spaceship parts for Dragon'taan." "All right, load 'er up!" Anna replied. After setting some big boxes in the crew of Faith went in and started the engines. "Anna to Dragonaria, Faith leaving spaceport."
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
After being pulled back to the shipyard Fayam told the commander: "Well, I suppose it's all good meant but... sorry. It went all so fast! Before I knew my whole ship was dead. Ugh, I suppose it's too old. I mean, this model isn't even produced anymore! I wish for a new ship. A better ship. Do you know where I can get one?"
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
A Coalition Galaxy-class Retrofit locked onto Fayam with a tractor beam, and began towing the ship back to the shipyard for repairs.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
Janie and Thomas walked into Sol's and looked around. "Do you see him?" Thomas asked.
"Not yet," Janie responded.
Celina twiched. "And that's another small disturbance in the force... Those two that came in... We're somehow related to?" she asked mainly asking herself or 'the force' instead of anyone in particular.
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*** Sol's ***
"Thomas is half-human, half-Dragonarian," Drake explained. "He's got the human looks, but with Dragon eyes like any Dragonarian. Janie's a Cerinian Feline - you'll know her when you see her, she has blonde hair she keeps either in a ponytail or pigtails."
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
*Dragonaria*
Anna asked the postal officer: "Are there any cargo delivery jobs you have for us? We'll be glad to take some out of your hands." the answer: "Now you asked, we do. Spaceship parts for Dragon'taan." "All right, load 'er up!" Anna replied. After setting some big boxes in the crew of Faith went in and started the engines. "Anna to Dragonaria, Faith leaving spaceport."
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
After being pulled back to the shipyard Fayam told the commander: "Well, I suppose it's all good meant but... sorry. It went all so fast! Before I knew my whole ship was dead. Ugh, I suppose it's too old. I mean, this model isn't even produced anymore! I wish for a new ship. A better ship. Do you know where I can get one?"
"Actually, we can commission one for you here," the Commandant responded. "And we have a variety of choices. Ordinarily, we'd run it through the Lord-Admiral, but once we explain... he'll understand. In any event, feel free to browse our selection of choices." The Commandant brought up a vast list of ships the shipyards could commission. "If you have a specific type of ship you want that isn't already listed, all you would need is a design blueprint of the ship and any specifications you would like. Take your time."
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"Then is that them?", Raz pointed to the entrance of Sol's
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((Romulan, you haven't responded to me yet.))
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(Sorry, mind's been scattered lately on account of being sick and working on my book.)
"I wouldn't say friend - More like an associate," Jaesa responded. "Vokun usually keeps to himself, but there are times he has either me or Vette go out and nab something for him. A word of advice, though - since you're a part of Vokun's entourage, now, be careful around Khem Val. Not the most friendly of Dashades."
*** Sol's ***
Drake looked to the entrance, and nodded. "Yep, that's them," he said. He motioned for them to come, and Janie spotted him. She and Thomas approached, and Janie hugged Drake. "Janie, Tom, this is a recent friend of mine, Razuel. Raz, this is my cousin Thomas and his girlfriend, Janie," Drake introduced.
*** Dragonaria ***
"Copy, Faith, you are green for departure," Control responded. "Be advised: Dragon'taan is seeing increased traffic due to the Marauder Victory Festival. Happy trails, control out."
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Cecilia became both curious and a little afraid as this was the second time she had heard that name. "Xalek mentioned him too... He sounds pretty dangerous... he isn't here is he?" Cecilia asked.
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"Nope - Khem doesn't typically go to social events like this, either because Vokun won't let him or because Khem doesn't like them," Jaesa responded. "And he is very dangerous, which is why I imagine Vokun keeps him on a short leash, so to speak."
"Fortunately, it's rare to see him without Vokun around," Xalek added.
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"But that means he is here... on Dragon'taan. Where does Vokun keep him?"
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Celina got up and tapped Janie's shoulder "excuse me... Cousin?
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"Because Khem is a Dashade. For one, his kind are known for being assassins the likes of which are rare in this day and age, and two, Khem's got no where else to go, to say nothing about how his kind are reportedly extinct," Xalek answered.
*** Sol's ***
Janie jumped at Celina's voice, and looked to see who it was. "Oh, it's just you," she sighed. "Why did you call me cousin?"
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My aunt is married to Master Fassnu." Celina explained.
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"That's actually pretty sad... I didn't know that. I think I would like to meet him someday."
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Janie frowned. "And how does that make me your cousin?" she asked Celina.
*** Outside Sol's ***
"Well, take that up with master Vokun," Xalek suggested. "Khem tends to stick around him. Some kind of bond thing that developed when Vokun brought Khem into his service, back when he was an aspiring Sith. Years ago. Found him in a stasis chamber in the Tomb of Tulak Hord on Korriban."
Jaesa leaned closer to Cecilia. "Whatever you did to Xalek, it worked - he usually is never this talkative. Now he can't seem to shut up," she whispered to her.
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"Your related to Drake aren't you?" Celina asked, wondering if her father was looking.
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"Not directly, no," Janie answered. "But I am in a relationship with Drake's cousin, if that counts."
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Raz did a nod at Janie and Thomas, "Nice to meet you two. How was your trip?"
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Cecilia giggled and whispered back, "I didn't really do anything. I think he just likes me." After that she turned to Xalek, "that sounds like a good idea. Did Vokun go to the parade as well?"
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"It would have been perfect, had Tommy here not farted so loud it could be heard six rows either direction," Janie snickered.
"I told you, that wasn't my fault!" Thomas protested. "I always get gassy after eating a burrito!"
"Wasn't just the burrito, dear," Janie laughed. "It was all the cola you had between bites!"
Drake burst out laughing as Janie and Thomas bickered.
*** Outside Sol's ***
"No, as I understand it, he had a few things to take care of, himself," Xalek responded to Cecilia's question. "But he'll join the festivities shortly. Was there something you wanted to do in the meantime?"
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"Well the parade is still going isn't it? I want to follow it and watch what happens. Unless there's another event going on. Oh! Do you think any shops here have holiday discounts?"
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"Not directly, no," Janie answered. "But I am in a relationship with Drake's cousin, if that counts."
"And I'm related to his uncle if you don't consider Krystal is my mother, well if you go any father in that relationship." Celina noted shaking her head.
"Likely!"a patreon spoke up to Cecilia's question.
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Raz chuckled and pressed the button that Natalie left on the table and she came back, [Razuel]"Natalie, we have 2 more guests, could we please get a couple more chairs?", Natalie nodded and pulled out a little walkie-talkie and little green haired, orange-furred sergals came out of the floor boards with two chairs and they sat Janie and Thomas down and gave Natalie a new order note pad then left, [Natalie]"How may I help you two?"
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Cecilia smiled at the stranger. "Oh goodie! Do you know any clothing stores nearby?"
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"Well, I'm gonna have a--" Thomas started.
"You're NOT having more cola! You've had enough!" Janie growled with a mischievous smile on her face.
"--Iced tea," Thomas finished.
"And I'll be having a Lemon Iced Tea," Janie requested.
*** Outside Sol's ***
"During the festival, every place in the city is having their goods 75% off," Xalek responded. "Didn't Master Suleyk tell you that?"
"And that will depend - what kind of store you looking for?" Jaesa asked.
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"No I don't recall hearing that. As for what kind of store i'm really up for anything. I would like a new dress, but a nice souvenir would be great as well."
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"No food? how about a slice of coffee cake?", Natalie asked Thomas and Janie.
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"No food? how about a slice of coffee cake?", Natalie asked Thomas and Janie.
"Could you get me a fruit punch while your at it Ma'am?" Celina asked as she sat back down at the tale next to her dad.
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"Oh, right," Janie chuckled. "I'll be having fried catfish."
"And I'll be having... let's see here..." Thomas added, looking over his menu. "Ha! I'll be having the Turkey Club Sand... wich... Somebody put 'Sandvich' on here!"
*** Outside Sol's ***
"Well, there's a souvenir shop within walking distance from here," Xalek responded. "Come on."
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((Um... is that right? I though Vokun was doing stuff.
By the way, I'm going to bed. Good night.))
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Natalie jotted down their orders and went into the kitchen to place the order, Raz chuckled as Thomas read out the menu item.
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(Sorry! Meant to put Xalek, not Vokun. Fixed it.)
"Seriously, look - someone replaced 'sandwich' with 'sandvich' on this menu," Thomas said, handing the menu to Janie. She looked at it and laughed, handing it to Drake.
"Well, looks like someone's been playing with the Menus, again," he sighed.
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Cecilia followed Xalek, all of her senses were being stimulated by the festival. The air smelled of a combination of delicious food and space ship exhaust. She could hear the roar of mechs and the cheering of crowds. She became very relaxed.
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Natalie returned with their orders and sat them in front of them, "Enjoy!", Natalie left and went to wait another table.
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*Outer Space*
Somewhere between Dragonaria and Dragon'taan the second commander started to complain. "I'm bored! We haven't had a fight in forever. Plus, do we really have to get money? How much do we have left, even? This is redicilou--" Anna cut him off. "Would you shut up? You know I rather avoid fights then rushing headlong into them. And right now we have... 8,547.50 on our bank account. I don't know what you think, but it's not enough to keep the ship in order. And it needs an upgrade, too. I'm thinking of installing newer weaponry on the weapon pods."
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam was blown away by the huge choice of ships. "Uh..." he began, "Where shall I even start looking? At least there has to be room for remodeling since there's one part I do wish to salvage and re-use. Hmm..." Fayam flipped through the pages and took every ship on the list for a close and torough read. The ships obviously varied widely- from supersonic but little power to very slow but very tanky. Then his eye fell on the newer version of his old ship. What he had now was a 334-XC BattleEagle, but he couldn't stop looking at the better 845-XP. He pointed at it and asked: "Can I get this one? I'll... pay... everything." He said that last with some struggling because he was rich, but very stingy.
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
The Commandant looked at the ship in question, then nodded. "We can get that started within the hour," he said. He pulled up a customization blueprint of the ship and requested, "Feel free to input whatever you think you'll need."
*** Sol's, Dragon'taan ***
Janie and Thomas dug into their meals, while both Drake and Saraabi shuddered, feeling a very cold, very close tremor in the Force. "They're coming..." they unknowingly whispered in unison.
*** Outside Sol's, Dragon'taan ***
Xalek made for the souvenir shop, but suddenly stopped on sensing a very cold, very close tremor in the Force. "They're coming..." he whispered, unclipping his lightsaber staff from his belt.
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"What?" Lupe the grey she-wolf up near the bar and Celina asked in unison to Janie and Thomas' response.
----Parade mech unit------
Tigress' hair began to stand on end, a feelign she'd normally get when a large amount of Force sensitives would get a cold feeling near her, she never thought of herself as force sensitive ,but sometimes she wondered.
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Cecilia snapped out of her peace when she saw Xalek grab his weapon. "They? They're here? Who's th-" Suddenly, Cecilia felt a wave of pain pulse through her head. "Ow ow ow! It hurts!"
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A massive being stepped into view next to Cecilia, wearing specially-ornamented armor and bearing the logo of the United Sangheili Republic. "You need to move," he said in a deep, throaty voice.
"You need to leave," Xalek told the Sangheili in the special armor. "You know they mean to kill you this time, Thel."
No sooner than when Xalek said that did an older-model Covenant Assault Carrier emerge from Slipspace in the skies above the outskirts of the city.
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"The time to leave has come and gone, already, comrade," Thel said. He activated a specially-ornamented orange Sangheili Plasma Sword. Xalek ignited his lightsaber, just as drop ships could be seen streaking for the city as the alert siren blared.
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Cecilia became terrified, everything was happening so fast. One moment she was going shopping, the next, complete chaos. She huddled close to Xalek, hiding behind him.
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--Festival party, Battlemechs--
"We've got a covanant ship, in the air weapons hot and shields glowing, their not here for the caterings, Fire up the real guns switch ammo prepare for a ground assault!" Tigress ordered over the mech comm. line, all the mechs turning around to face the direction of the Assault carrier and moving to it.
----Parade Air elements-----
"This is Captain Kia Reznov, we got Covenant ships converging on the central city, all ships pull up into a loop and loop back we got to protect the city, they aren't here for the sights and sounds, boys fire up the weapons and shields, let's show these invaders who owns the skies here!" Kia said looking to Ketorr to make sure he was strapped in once again looping over to head towards the Assault carrier and it's fighter escorts.
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"Alpha wing, we have heavy inbound hostiles!" said the leader of the TIE Defenders. "Light 'em up!" The TIE Defenders broke formation and engaged the Covenant Seraph fighters, and nailing a few of the drop ships as they flew for the city. Several, however, managed to touch down and offload troops.
"All hands, we have intruders in the city!" Came Kyle's voice over the radio. "All DMC Forces, move to engage!"
Xalek tugged on Cecilia. "Cecilia, come on! We've got to get to the Military District!"
Thel, however, roared in defiance and went about fighting the Jiralhanae and Kig-Yar troops that came his way.
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The mechs were already engaged with the Covenant mechanized forces pretty much mopping them up, however they had a little harder time taking down any Scrabs which had heavier armor, enraged Jiralhanae, tried to rush the mechs legs to be stepped on or kicked off.
The air forces had a little more trouble with the Covenant air mostly due to the vast number of Seraph and Banshee fighters.
Meanwhile near Thel the Midnight Vixen squardon of Rae, Ambre, and Luka were fighting off more Kig-Yar and Jiralhanae.
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*Dragon'taan*
While Anna and the second commander were in discussion Faith got near Dragon'taan. In the cockpit the two were still busy arguing. The second commander asked: "If you rather avoid fights then why on Earth have you not chosen for a carrier ship?" Anna replied, getting more and more agitated: "I purposedly selected an all-purpose one! I already did an expansion on the cargo bay! And if the need arises to fight we're better armed then a carrier class-ship!" The other wasn't statisfied with that answer. He continued: "But what about-" he was cut off by Anna. "Shut up!" she began, "I have no need for this. You came to my ship and if you're not happy with that you can go. I chose this ship, YOU keep out of that." And with these words she turned away to the pilot choke.
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam looked at the blueprint and said: "Hmm... Ah, yes. I can install my launcher for nuclear torpedoes right here!" He pointed at the underside of the ship. "That's where mine is now as well. That part and its ammo are the only things I wish to keep. They're incredibly rare and if you know what pains I needed to go through to get one... Let's just say you won't find the craftsmen that can make them in your local garage."
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As Xalek left, Cecilia hesitated and watched the large creature fight and kill other troops. Eventually she took off in Xalek's direction. Her suit made things much easier, she was running faster than she had ever done before.
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Raz heard a loud bang coming from outside of Sol's and the patrons all screamed which then lead to a humble murmur, Raz looked over to Drake who had a mixed reaction on his face, "Drake, what's going on?", forces above could be heard zooming past, the whistling of ships falling down, which one fell right into the roof of Sol's, an demolished banshee hub just being held up by the wires that ran across the ceiling of Sol's, "Holy shi- Drake we need to get somewhere safer, and these people as well."
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the Grey she-wolf got up oddly still calm "Alright All Civlians get to the underground bunker NOW!" She said "This is not a drill move it people!" She added, armor and weapons materializing onto her body, unlocking the access to the security bunker, and walking over to Drake. "General?" She asked.
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There was a high toned ringing ring that was gone as it arrived and Vivian said to Raz, "You should be good now. If you want to fight, I can overdrive your body to fight and block the strain.", Raz looked over to Drake, "Do ya think I should Drake?"
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"We can get that started within the hour. Was there anything else?" the Commandant asked.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"I wouldn't advise it, Vivian - Mom, Lupe, Thomas, get these people to safety! Janie, Mathayus, on me! We're gonna draw their fire!" Drake commanded. He moved out into the chaotic streets and took cover as a contingent of Jiralhanae troops began advancing on Sol's - but Thel and his Sangheili bodyguards weren't giving them an easy time of it.
Meanwhile, in the skies, TIE Defenders and Star Vipers clashed with Covenant fighters and drop ships, blasting them out of the sky one after the other.
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"Yes, Sir!" LUpe said runnign to help the civilians get inside. "Drake , Tigress wants you to know Amie is alright and she can get your mech here very soon if you need it!" She said continuing to help people into the bunker.
---Dragon'taan skies----
"Ketorr can you get into one of the gun turrets and assist me with knocking these purple idoits out of the sky?" She asked shooting down another Seraph fighter.
----Dragon'taan front line mech unit----
The mechs continued to sweep up the Jiralhanae ground troops and mechanized unit at least able to keep the vehicles from entering the city but they had problems with the foot soldiers.
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Cecilia had been right beside Xalek as they ran to the Military District. She kept glancing up and behind at the war that had seemed to appear out of thin air. "Is that guy chasing us? Why is this happening?"
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Ketorr was already on the way to the gun turrets, climbing into one and blasting any Seraph or Banshee he saw. On the ground, the Jiralhanae and Kig-Yar forces were being engaged by a combination of Sangheili and dragon-shifter troops, being steadily pushed out of the area.
Xalek, however, kept making for the Military District. "I'm trying to get you to safety!" he told Cecilia. In a horrid twist, the Jiralhanae decided to make a move toward the military district, unbeknownst to Xalek. In response, Thel and his Sangheili headed there, as well, to defend General Indari.
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Cecilia just kept running. Thank goodness she had her suit, with it on she was relatively safe, and more capable of defending herself if need be. What were the odds? She wondered...
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*Dragon'taan*
Anna quickly found her old self back. "Anna to Dragon'taan, Faith coming in with cargo delivery: spaceship parts for Dragon'taan."
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam answered: "Aside from the paintjob that's the only thing. You can do with the rest of my old ship whatever you want. I've written it off." He paused to look at the ship. "Just make sure it looks just like my old one. It's a custom paintjob, but it can be copied relatively easy[/size][size=78%]."[/size]
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"I see," the Commandant said. "Well, we'll have the ship started within the hour. We'll keep you updated on the progress." Outside, one of the star yards lit up, and began construction of Fayam's ship.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Starship Faith, be advised, we are in code red lockdown! We are under attack by Covenant forces!" Orbital control responded.
Down planetside, Xalek arrived in the Military District, where General Indari and a contingent of his troops were battling a group of Jiralhanae soldiers. Xalek ignited his lightsaber, telling Cecilia, "Take cover wherever you can and stay there." He then leapt into the Jiralhanae soldiers' midst, his lightsaber staff twirling and cutting into the over-muscled aliens with gruesome efficiency. Thel and the Sangheili arrived, as well, and began pushing the Jiralhanae out of the military district.
Some distance away, a Kig-Yar armed with a tri-barrel rocket launcher loaded all three barrels, his weapon aimed squarely at Thel...
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Nearby, the Midnight Vixen squad, continued to fight with Jiralhanae, Kig-yar, and Unggoy, Amber locking her sword into Jiralhanae's Gravity hammer and pulling it from the ape like beings grasp before forcing the sword into its body. Rae meanwhile using dual plasma swords, swung into Covenant troops tearing asunder Kig-yar and Unggoy, as well as the larger Jiralhanae.
outside the city a large boom could be heard as another Scarab exploded destroyed by the mechs, some of them now focusing on helping the air forces in the sky.
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A reverberating roar could be heard as the Kig-Yar fired his mini-rockets at Thel, the rockets streaking in a spiral-style trajectory, and detonating around Thel himself. He spun once, stood for a moment, and dropped to the ground.
"All hands, Alert! Kaidon 'Vadam has been injured! Repeat, Thel 'Vadam has been injured! Medical teams to the Military District!" came Kyle's voice over the radio. It was at that moment that the Covenant soldiers retreated to their Assault Carrier. Those that made it turned the ship to leave, but were cut off by the sudden arrival of an arrowhead-shaped vessel - a Predator-class Battlecruiser - flanked by two Ares-class Attack Cruisers, who all trained their weapons on the Assault Carrier and opened fire.
Back in the Military District, several medical teams examined Thel, but his condition was not looking good. General Kyle was on the scene with Vokun and K'torr. The chief medic approached Kyle. "It's not good, General," he said. "He's so busted up, it's impossible to bring him around - he's slipping, and fast."
"General," K'torr said, "The Sangheili need Thel. Without him, they'll fracture and splinter, and may end up rejoining the Covenant."
"I'm well aware of the gravity of the situation," Kyle said. Turning to the medic, he asked, "Can anything be done?"
"I've tried everything I know," the Medic said. "And it still isn't enough."
As Thel was slipping further into the black, he looked straight at Cecilia...
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suddenly a loud shot rang out and the kig-yar felt to the ground, dead a splat of blood on the ground, "Tango down, Kyle." said Tala and ruby a sniper team with the DMC consisting of two she-wolves Ruby and Tala Raibyde.
"Kyle this is Midnight Vixen squardon the Covenant are retreating....It feels like whatever they came here to do they've done it, any idea what's going on?" Rae asked, having been too far away to see what had happened.
-Dragon'taan airspace-
"Gold leader to all fighters half of you break of and deal with the remaining fighters the rest of you head straight for the carrier, we got some unfinished business now that most of the fighters are out of the sky." Kia said turning the large highly modified YT-1300 towards the Covenant assault carrier
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The Carrier, already under torrential assault by the Iron Regent and her Ares escorts, fired all weapons at all enemy ships in sight.
"Midnight Vixen squadron, be advised, Thel 'Vadam is severely injured, and likely... may be KIA," Kyle sighed.
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"Great.... that is not good." Rae growled."
--Dragon'taan airspace---
"Only gonna get one shot at this." Kia muttered to herself preparing the concussion and hornet swarm missiles, "All Fighters aim at my designation point in, three, two, one FIRE!" with that said thousands of missiles headed for a weak point in the carrier's hull hornet swarm missiles concussion missiles Quantum torpedoes proton torpedoes the full gambit of missiles to be fit on the best fighters in the galaxy swarmed towards the carrier, aimed directly at its' gravity lift door.
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Cecilia had crouched under the twisted remains of a metal parade float. After a while everything seemed to calm down. It was over almost as quickly as it started. Cecilia crawled out and looked over the damage. It was a real mess, something else caught her attention. It was a group of soldiers and doctors huddled together in a group. Cecilia also noticed the large creature who she had seen earlier staring straight at her. That was weird, she walked over to them and saw a badly injured person in the center of the group. "Oh no... is he going to make it?" She asked to the crowd.
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"It's not looking like it." Rae sighed she along with The rest of her Midnight Vixen squadron standing near Thel. "We need Krystal here or a Miracle.." Amber sighed.
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"It doesn't look like he'll survive," Kyle sighed. "This is not--"
"We're losing him!" the medic shouted.
In the sky, the missiles struck true, and the Carrier suffered a major reactor breach and detonated.
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Cecilia lowered her head. It wasn't fair, why do people do this? Why did he have to die? Suddenly, a strange power came over Cecilia. "Maybe... I think I can help." She said, but it was as if the words weren't even her own. Cecilia could feel a strong power come from deep inside her very being. She walked up to the center and placed her paw above the injured general, she focused and began to heal his wounds.
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And, miraculously, the wounds began to vanish, one after the other. When it was all over, Thel lay on the ground, breathing normally. The medical team sat in awe. The chief medic examined Thel. "Blood pressure... normalized... Internal bleeding... gone... heart rate, breathing... normal." He looked to Cecilia. "What the hell did you just do?"
"I don't think it matters," Vokun commented. "Thel will survive."
Thel gasped slightly, his head spinning, as he opened his eyes and looked around. "What happened?" he asked.
"Easy, pal," Kyle said. "You just survived a hell of an ordeal. You were right on the edge, and this one..." he paused to indicate Cecilia. "... brought you back."
Thel looked over at Cecilia, staring at her for the longest time. Finally, he reached out and gently grasped her shoulder. "You... have earned a friend among the Sangheili today. If ever you find yourself on Sangheilios... feel free to stay at 'Vadam Keep."
"General Indari," K'torr suggested, "We don't know if or when the Covenant will send reinforcements. We need to get Kaidon 'Vadam to a safe location."
"I concur," stated a Sangheili with his left mandibles replaced by cybernetic mandibles. "And I would like to speak to... Cecilia... alone. General Suleyk, you may want to be here with us, too."
The others got Thel to his feet and carried him to a waiting transport, and once the Sangheili who'd spoken, Cecilia, and Vokun were alone, the Sangheili spoke up: "Firstly, I am Thel's chief advisor, Rtas 'Vadum. I served with Thel in the latter months of the Human Covenant War. That said, I've seen a lot of horrors, and a lot of miracles. But in all my years, I have never seen what you just did. It begs the question... what exactly did you do?"
"I do admit, I am curious about this, as well," Vokun agreed. "You haven't even begun training to use the Force. But what we all saw could only be described as a use of the Force."
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Cecilia was speechless, it took a while before she could find words. "I don't... I don't know how that happened. I remember thinking about helping him, and then I just... could. I guess I really am good with the Force. I don't know if I can do that again though..."
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Rtas' brow furrowed. "The Force... I know little of the Force, but I have seen it in action."
"Cecilia..." Vokun said, placing a hand on Cecilia's shoulder, "... you just discovered by instinct what takes most others many years to master. On top of that, you used a power I originally believed lost. I can show you how to use your gift, if you will let me. But I can only show you the door - it's you that has to walk through it."
"As I said, I know little of the Force," Rtas stated, "But I know you can trust Vokun. He knows many things about the Force. So does K'torr. And General Bellator, though I know not where he is."
"Regardless," Vokun interjected, "Will you allow me to teach you, Cecilia? Do you wish to learn the secrets of the Force? Learn how to do again what you did by instinct?"
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"I think that would be great. If it means I can help people then of course I'll learn." Cecilia said, "so when do I start?"
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"Kia, to General Indari, the covenant carrier is vaporized."
----Ground battle mech forces.---- "Tigress to General Indari the ground is clear of those blasted apes. "We've won the battle but the war.... is likely still coming." The large tiger responded as she lead her mech group back to the hangers. "Hows the condition in the city?"
Ruby, Tala and the Midnight Vixen squadron followed Kyle.
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Raz had followed the group of citizens to where the bunker was but was deterred when he saw a grounded Mr. Handy, and on closer inspection he saw that it was his, Scott, he quickly ran up to Scott and knelt beside him, [Scotty]"Oh... hello, Sir.", [Raz]"Scotty, pop out your AI chip now.", [Scotty] I-I 2ill, Sir. Bu there is one thing you must know... Your ship was practically destroyed in the recent at-attack, but I managed to save your weapons and your credits are back at home base, saf-safely transacted and digital. And your we a - weapons have been retrieved from Indari Manor but I dropped them in the building behind me... Okay, Sir! Lets kick some Covenant ass! *fizzle*", the AI chip popped out and Raz put it into his watch and Scotty began to boot up on it, Raz then quickly transformed out of his Form and into his Anthro form, completely forgetting that he was naked, and went into that building and grabbed his weapons, [Razuel]"Scotty, plot a safe route to the military district, we may need to borrow a suit.", [ Vivian ]"Uh, Raz? You're naked...", Raz looked down at himself, "Huh... well nothing is showing, we should be fine, but there should be an... Ah!", Raz looked over to see a dead cloaked figure to which he took the cloak off of and put it on, then a lightsabre fallen out, "Jedi? Hmm, well I should take some identification with me, but nothing else should be removed.", Raz frisk ed the body and took a wallet off of the Jedi, but their body was so charred that Raz couldn't determine it's species, Raz stood by the dead Jedi's side and said, 'Rest in piece, warrior of good...", Raz then left with the sabre and his weapons and started in a sprint towards the military district, namely the weapons shop, quickly passing by dead covenant, dead civilians, and avoiding soldiers the best he could, but he could've sworn that he was seen by a few soldiers in mechs.
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"City is secure," Kyle said, "And you won't believe who saved Kaidon 'Vadam. Get an escort ready to escort Thel back to Sangheilios." Once he was off the radio, he let loose a long sigh. "A lot of people died today," he murmured. "How many didn't have to...?"
"For now, you earned a rest," Vokun told Cecilia. "Meditate on what you did today. Earning the friendship of the leader of the Sangheili so quickly is no small feat. Tomorrow, we'll--"
It was then that another made his presence known. "I gather you have a new apprentice, General Suleyk... or should I call you Darth Nox?" Vokun looked over to see a Khajiit standing there with a crossguard lightsaber clipped to his belt.
Vokun put an arm in front of Cecilia, gently pushing her behind him as his other hand rested on his lightsaber. "How do you know that name?" he asked.
The Khajiit took out a Sith Holocron and force-tossed it to Vokun. "I believe you'll find that familiar," he said. Vokun caught the holocron, and chuckled, examining it.
"Indeed I do - it was my holocron," he said. "I had thought this left behind on Dromund Kaas." He looked up at the Khajiit. "Who are you?"
"The name... is Taral. Darth Taral," the Khajiit responded.
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Cecilia started to slowly back away. She stayed relatively close, but the tension in the air was thick.
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"City is secure," Kyle said, "And you won't believe who saved Kaidon 'Vadam. Get an escort ready to escort Thel back to Sangheilios." Once he was off the radio, he let loose a long sigh. "A lot of people died today," he murmured. "How many didn't have to...?"
"For now, you earned a rest," Vokun told Cecilia. "Meditate on what you did today. Earning the friendship of the leader of the Sangheili so quickly is no small feat. Tomorrow, we'll--"
It was then that another made his presence known. "I gather you have a new apprentice, General Suleyk... or should I call you Darth Nox?" Vokun looked over to see a Khajiit standing there with a crossguard lightsaber clipped to his belt.
Vokun put an arm in front of Cecilia, gently pushing her behind him as his other hand rested on his lightsaber. "How do you know that name?" he asked.
The Khajiit took out a Sith Holocron and force-tossed it to Vokun. "I believe you'll find that familiar," he said. Vokun caught the holocron, and chuckled, examining it.
"Indeed I do - it was my holocron," he said. "I had thought this left behind on Dromund Kaas." He looked up at the Khajiit. "Who are you?"
"The name... is Taral. Darth Taral," the Khajiit responded.
A Female Khajiit stood near Taral, wearing a uniform with pauldrons that seemed out of place on the leather like catsuit she wore, on one of the pauldrons the symbol of the Yol'Kaaz (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/images/a/a1/Clan-Stone-Lion.png) Khajiit Tribe of New Cerinia, in only the color grey, standing there with her arms crossed, staring at 'Taral'
The Mechwarriors that did see Raz brushed it off, at this point anyone in the streets were either dead or mourning the dead, or heading home with sorrow in their hearts. Tigress on the other hand was also hurt by the destruction she saw. "Blasted Covenant... they have no care for what they do, all they want to do is destroy themselves with the false 'Great journey' into ashes. And they don't care who or what they crush in their path." She sighed, "I hope they learned their lesson, this time, as vengeance for those who did not need to die in this fight... she sighed setting her mech to autopilot, and shutting her eyes beginning to speak in an unknown ancient language.
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"And the Khajiit standing behind me is Kyra," the Khajiit said. "Who knows my true name. That said, I prefer she not speak it, not until I know I can trust you."
"And what brings you before me with my old holocron?" Vokun asked.
"Something I learned from that holocron - Force-Walking," Taral responded.
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Raz got to the military district to only have a line of soldiers holding Raz at Gunpoint, "Weapons down! Now!", Raz slowly put his weapons on the ground and one of the soldiers shot a concussion pellet at Raz while he put his weapons down and he flopped back as the pellet hit his head and the last thing he heard was a soldier yell, "Get him inside! Private, I wanna...", the words faded out and Raz was brought into a makeshift medical ward, but Raz still hadn't woken up.
When they frisked Raz, they found a concealed lightsabre and ID that didn't match Raz's description, so they called the nearest high ranking officer in the vicinity of the Military District.
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*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam saw the lights go on. "Awesome..." he mumbled. He walked over to his old ship. "You served me well," he said to it, "but your time has come. It's no use keeping a broken ship. I won't fly in you anymore." After he finished he stepped inside to the small back room and took out his personal belongings.
*Dragon'taan*
Anna was surprised to hear. She accelerated the ship to get in a proper orbit and thought. She contacted the planet: "How big is the squad? Perhaps there's something we can do..." She called in the crew. "Get ready," she said when they arrived, "a battle might be ahead. If there's something we can do at all, that is..."
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Raz got to the military district to only have a line of soldiers holding Raz at Gunpoint, "Weapons down! Now!", Raz slowly put his weapons on the ground and one of the soldiers shot a concussion pellet at Raz while he put his weapons down and he flopped back as the pellet hit his head and the last thing he heard was a soldier yell, "Get him inside! Private, I wanna...", the words faded out and Raz was brought into a makeshift medical ward, but Raz still hadn't woken up.
When they frisked Raz, they found a concealed lightsabre and ID that didn't match Raz's description, so they called the nearest high ranking officer in the vicinity of the Military District.
A few minutes later a large rumble could be heard outside, then the door opened revealing a blue vixen, she stepped inside grumbling something "You better have a damn good reason for calling me here commander, I just got out of a battle with the covenant a battle YOU didn't fight." The blue Vixen, General Indari Tokarev growled. (That is literally her last name)
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The Commander gave the Vixen the sabre and the ID, "We found these on a recent citizen. The ID doesn't match, and a Private got trigger happy and shot him with a concussion pellet, and now we'll have to wait to talk to him, however you might know him, someone has to, right? No one knew what to do with him, so that's truly why we called you, it might be a good idea to visit where he lies.", the commander saluted her, "He's in the minot ward, 3rd on the right from the west entrance.", the general then walked away and a little fox in a doctor's coat walked up to the Vixen and spoke in a french accent, "Hello, madame, would you like to see our new patient the commander was speaking of?"
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"You better be this Vivian, Amie was telling me about.' Krystal sighed. "If you are? can your friend ever stay out of trouble?"
she sighed.
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*Dragon'taan*
"Yes Ma'am!" said all crew members in choir. The gunslinger rushed over to the weapon controls while the mechanic got his toolbox. the second commander kept a close eye on the radar and the ship's status.
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The mention of Force-Walking caught Cecilia's attention. She carefully stepped forward again, still staying behind Vokun for safety.
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(I'm gone for a few hours, and all this gets added? lol)
Markus stepped in behind Krystal. "Oh?" he asked, "Did I miss something?"
*** Elsewhere on Dragon'taan ***
"And of what interest is Force-Walking, dangerous as it is, to you?" Vokun asked.
"Is it wrong of me to desire to add to my power so that I might crush others that would prey on the weak?" Taral countered.
"Perhaps not, but as I indicated, Force-Walking is a dangerous aspect of the Force, one that has a price," Vokun stated.
"I imagine you would know, seeing that you yourself used such a power," Taral responded.
"To use such a power, I imagine you already have a Force Ghost in mind," Vokun surmised.
"In a manner of speaking," Taral affirmed.
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Cecilia had become less frightened as time went on. If the Kajiit was totally hostile he would've done something by now. She was getting lost in their conversation, and wanted to ask questions. But she wasn't sure, the Kajiit still didn't look very nice...
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Kyra looked to Cecilia "Something you want to know?" She asked the mouse.
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"I don't recall you being behind me.' Krystal said turning to Markus. "Besides how did you get here so fast?"
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"You better be this Vivian, Amie was telling me about.' Krystal sighed. "If you are? can your friend ever stay out of trouble?"
she sighed.
"Madmoiselle, I know nothing of this Vivian character but I need to know now, would you like me to show him to you?"
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Cecilia was startled by the female's sudden response. "Umm... no, not really I'm just pretty new at all of this." Cecilia said, and then she decided to introduce herself. After all, she liked making friends. "My name is Cecilia Jacobs."
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"You better be this Vivian, Amie was telling me about.' Krystal sighed. "If you are? can your friend ever stay out of trouble?"
she sighed.
"Madmoiselle, I know nothing of this Vivian character but I need to know now, would you like me to show him to you?"
" That's General Krystal Indari to you mister." Kyrstal sighed "Yes..."
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The fix nodded and began to walk down a hallway with buts of rubble swept against the walls, "Please follow me, General. He is this way."
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"I'm practically family to General Kyle, remember?" Markus whispered in Krystal's ear.
*** Elsewhere on Dragon'taan ***
Taral looked straight into Cecilia's eyes. "I imagine you heard my name," he said.
"Why the Sith name?" Vokun asked. "And why did you let Kyra know your real name?"
"Kyra already knew my real name," Taral responded. "But you do not, and I will keep it that way until I can be certain I can trust you with such knowledge."
"So who do you have in mind as a Force Ghost?" Vokun asked.
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'Still doesn't explain how you got here so fast.' Krystal thought to Markus.
---Dragon'taan orbit---
A very odd craft resembling a single seater F4-Phantom II (http://www.bigscalemodels.com/planes/f4%20phantom/f4%20phantom_photos_big/f405-1.jpg) came out of subspace in orbit of the planet "This is the Kitsune's Paw to Dragon'taan requesting docking vector." Said the pilot an odd creture in what appeared to be clone commando armor said.
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"Roger, Kitsune's Paw, maintain present course and stand by..." responded Orbital Traffic Control. Moments later, they came back on the radio: "Kitsune's Paw, you are cleared to dock. Be advised, Dragon'taan remains on Combat Alert until remaining elements of the Covennant forces are rounded up. Watch yourself."
*** Military District Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle looked over the reports, increasingly satisfied that the immediate threat was over. The remaining elements of the Covenant attack force were being hunted down and exterminated, and those that surrendered - few as they were - were being taken into custody. Still, this attack had proven that the Covenant had learned how to use a slipspace jump to bypass Dragon'taan's orbital defenses. And because of this attack, the Renewed Covenant had effectively declared war on the DMC. The science teams were still tracing the trail to determine where that ship had come from, but Kyle had confidence in his people.
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"Actually... no, I haven't heard about you. Your name is Taral right?"
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"For now," Taral told Cecilia. He then looked to Vokun. "And yes, I have a Force Ghost in mind. But he... is not your typical ghost. He is a dragon, of all things."
"A Dragon ghost?" Vokun asked. "Who?"
"Does the name Alduin mean anything to you?" Taral asked back.
The color drained from Vokun's face. "You intend to bind the ghost of Alduin the World-Eater?"
"It is the only way to contain the threat of him ever returning. Also, I would gain incredible power," Taral responded.
"You are ambitious, I'll give you that," Vokun commented.
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The Fox parted a few curtains to reveal Razuel laying on a bed with the fabric that would've covered his stone, burnt and charred, with an outline of the stone cut through the fabric, "As the Commander told you, he was hit with a concussive pellet, but he should be awake in a few, but there was another problem, we tried to keep him warm and that 'thing' in his chest burnt right through the blanket, and even a fire blanket."
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"That's not suprising, We can handle it." Krystal shrugged. "So you must be Raz, the dragon Amie mentioned." the Blue vixen said as she approached him.
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"What do you want to do with all that power?" Cecilia asked.
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"For now," Taral told Cecilia. He then looked to Vokun. "And yes, I have a Force Ghost in mind. But he... is not your typical ghost. He is a dragon, of all things."
"A Dragon ghost?" Vokun asked. "Who?"
"Does the name Alduin mean anything to you?" Taral asked back.
The color drained from Vokun's face. "You intend to bind the ghost of Alduin the World-Eater?"
"It is the only way to contain the threat of him ever returning. Also, I would gain incredible power," Taral responded.
"You are ambitious, I'll give you that," Vokun commented.
Question is what would you do with that power? Kyra asked "And how are you certain it won't consume you?"
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"I'm not certain of anything," Taral responded. "But if I don't contain Alduin, someone else will bring him back as I had once intended to, and he will be a threat. If I don't contain him... who will? Besides, Alduin was a powerful dragon in his time - and with that power at my disposal, I can fry that jerkoff, the Prophet of Revenge."
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A faint blue flicker flashed over the stone in Raz's chest, and for a second there was a loud ringing sound that then disappeared as it arrived, "Gah!! Sorry about that General, he emits some kinda Shockwave and we still haven't figured out why."
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"Well, if you really think you can do it. Then I guess it wouldn't hurt to try."
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"I'm not certain of anything," Taral responded. "But if I don't contain Alduin, someone else will bring him back as I had once intended to, and he will be a threat. If I don't contain him... who will? Besides, Alduin was a powerful dragon in his time - and with that power at my disposal, I can fry that jerkoff, the Prophet of Revenge."
"How do you know of the Phrophet?" Kyra asked.
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"Hello?" Krystal asked waving an arm in the air trying to get Raz's attention.
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"You mean, aside from his goons that attacked this place?" Taral asked. "He made a point of attacking my fleet on Malachor V. Not even a 'Leave now or be fired upon' before his ships started shooting."
Vokun frowned. "Malachor? What was the Covenant doing out there?" he inquired.
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"What else blindly following their faith to collect and use Forerunner artifacts." Kyra responded."Ya know if we could build our own shield world to protect ourselves I think we should have let them kill themselves."
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The heart monitor began to beep a bit faster and the fox jumped on Raz to hold him down, then Vivian appeared and sat on Raz's chest, "Miss Vivian, what's happening?", "He's fine... he's just having another nightmare...", Vivian placed her hand on Raz's head and he calmed down, she then looked over to Krystal, "Hello there, general Krystal."
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"Your friend gets into a lot of trouble doesn't he?" Krystal asked.
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"I may not be very good at fighting and war, but I would do anything to help prevent something like this from happening again." Cecilia said.
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Vivian nodded, "He does... and I'm the one that keeps him holding on strong... but I love the big guy, he has a rather big heart, and that's why I love him."
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"So that leaves one question. What are you?"
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"Indeed," Vokun sighed. "It seems we all have a common goal and enemy in this." He looked to Taral. "I will train you to utilize Force-Walking, but only because we have a common enemy, and I do not need Alduin added to the list of things I have to deal with." He turned to Cecilia. "We will begin your training en route." Looking again to Taral, he asked, "Where is Alduin's ghost?"
"The ancient Nord Temple of Skuldafn, in Skyrim... on the world of Nirn," Taral answered.
"Then you will lead the way - I must gather my crew and get to my ship," Vokun stated, heading off and motioning for Cecilia to follow him.
Taral looked to Kyra. "I won't force you to come with me... but we may need an extra blaster in case Revenge happens across us again," he told her.
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"Just a blaster?" Kyra asked wielding an inactivate, Sangheili style plasma sword. "Standard issue." she muttered putting the sword back on her belt. "And DC-17, 15 or DL-55?" She asked.
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"Oh! We're leaving right now? Are you sure I don't need anything? I've never heard of Nirn before."
((Hehehe))
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"So that leaves one question. What are you?"
"Well, Raz tells people that I'm a hyper intelligent AI, and although I possess all of those capabilities, I'm more than that, I'm a separate mind that lives inside Raz's mind, but mostly that stone, which allows me to project myself as long as it isn't covered.", Vivian looked down at Raz, "He doesn't like me sharing that info though... but I trust you and the doctor here, that's why I told you... but please don't broadcast it to everyone, for I fear for Raz if it becomes more universe known, so I request you to keep what I told you out of your paperwork... I'll know if you noted this down and stored it into a database, FYI, General."
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"To be honest Vivian, I am the doctor here, I'm the DMC's top medical researcher, and a certified doctor." Krystal explained, a light blue hologram vixen appearing on her shoulder.
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"Who's that?", Vivian pointed to the hologram
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"Oh? Serena? She's my personal AI or at least she's stuck with me these last 10-20 years..." Krystal explained.
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"I'll tell you en route," Vokun told Cecilia. He handed her a small, cylindrical device with a red button. "Get to the ship you came in on, and pack everything you think you'll need - a decent coat among them; Skyrim can be a very cold place. Once you have everything packed, hit the button, and I'll transport you up. A word of advice, though - close your eyes before you transport aboard. It makes the experience a lot less nauseating."
*** Elsewhere on Dragon'taan ***
"And she's been giving me no end of irritation ever since I married Krystal," Markus grumbled. "And don't quote that incident on Coruscant. That was not my fault."
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"Alright then, I'll be back in a little bit." Cecilia said, and she began to head for her ship.
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"I'll tell you en route," Vokun told Cecilia. He handed her a small, cylindrical device with a red button. "Get to the ship you came in on, and pack everything you think you'll need - a decent coat among them; Skyrim can be a very cold place. Once you have everything packed, hit the button, and I'll transport you up. A word of advice, though - close your eyes before you transport aboard. It makes the experience a lot less nauseating."
*** Elsewhere on Dragon'taan ***
"And she's been giving me no end of irritation ever since I married Krystal," Markus grumbled. "And don't quote that incident on Coruscant. That was not my fault."
"Then don't bring it up." Serena said.
"Oh you two be queit..." Krystal sighed. "So what is Raz's status?" the blue vixen asked.
--Elsewhwhere on Dragon'taan---
"I guess i'm coming with you then." Kyra muttered.
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Cecilia had found her ship easily. It was a shame, she had just gotten used to getting around this city and now she was leaving. It didn't matter too much though, she was happy to travel to a new world. Adventure was always her favorite. She jammed everything thing she could into her virtual storage unit. Once she had finished she clicked the red button and closed her eyes.
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While Vokun headed back to his house to pack up his sundries, Taral hailed his ship. "Taral to the Wayward Prince... two to beam back. Energize when ready." Moments later, Taral and Kyra would be plucked from Dragon'taan's surface and deposited on the deck of the Negh'Tev Heavy Battlecruiser IKS Wayward Prince, where Taral would walk to the bridge and assume the Captain's chair. "Status?" he requested.
"General Suleyk is heading to his ship now - Predator-class Star Battlecruiser DMCS Inquisitor, bearing two-zero-four-degrees-mark-six, port, sir," responded one of the bridge crew responded.
*** DMCS Inquisitor, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The signal was received, and the transporter was energized, teleporting Cecilia and her belongings to one of the transporter rooms in a flash of blue light. In that transporter room, a light brown-skinned human with holstered blasters and a tattoo on his face stood waiting. "And you must be Cecilia," he said. He motioned for the crew to get Cecilia's belongings. "The crew will take your things to your quarters. General Suleyk wants to see you on the bridge. And by the way, I'm Andronikos Revel."
(I don't know if you've played Call of Duty Black Ops, but Andronikos sounds a lot like Dempsey from the Zombies game mode.)
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"Oh... Well it's nice to meet you, Serena.", the fox doctor then left the group, "Bye, Dr.Haswell!", "Bye, Vivian, call me if he wakes up or his condition worsens!", "Yes, doctor!", Vivian turned her attention back to Serena and Krystal, "How's the condition outside?"
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(I'm sure I'd recognize the voice if I heard it. ;) )
"Hello Andronikos", Cecilia said and handed a crew member her storage unit. She began to step forward, gazing around the ship interior. It was pretty amazing. "So um... where is the bridge?" She asked.
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( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXKdagtr-zs (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXKdagtr-zs) He sounds like that.)
"Just follow me," Andronikos requested, starting out into the hallway and moving toward a turbolift.
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Cecilia followed Andronikos and eventually came up to an area with many people, including Vokun. "Hello Vokun!" She called out.
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Kyra immidiatly went to a nearby computer panel.. "Hmmm.."
----Elsewhere on Dragon'taan---
Inspirational background music (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDSQ2lx80Lg)
The Midnight Vixen squadron along with the sniper team Ruby and Tala Raibyde and their cousin Lupe Tiber and The Quartermaster Tigress Arcnon scoured through a section of the city for survivors under the debris and other junk. Tigress using her Strength to lift large piece of debris, while the others like Rae used their telepathy to pick out survivors, Amber used her abilities to shape shift to go through small openings to find people.
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In Dragon'taan Orbit, a fleet of Coalition warships, headed by the Bellator-class Star Dreadnought UACS Thermopylae-A, dropped out of transwarp to the already-present Marauder Corps fleet, forming up to take the fight to the Covenant. The Coalition warships formed up with them. With the Covenant assault on Dragon'taan in the midst of a festival...
... there would be WAR.
*** DMCS Inquisitor ***
"Hello, Cecilia," Vokun responded, staring at the forming fleet of DMC and Coalition ships. He sighed, saying, "A shame we must go to war just as a festival celebrating peace and victory begins. But, if the Covenant dare to attack Dragon'taan unprovoked... they deserve what's coming to them. And, perhaps, we can bring an end to the Prophet of Revenge." He turned to face Cecilia. "Still, we have other concerns, do we not?"
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"Yeah, we're heading over to the planet Nirn right? To help Taral and maybe get the upper hand in all of this." Cecilia said.
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"Indeed," Vokun responded. "Helm, chart a course to follow Taral."
"Aye, sir," responded the helmsman. The massive Predator-class Battlecruiser began to move, following Taral's Negh'Tev-class Battlecruiser, and when it went to warp, the helmsman traced the ion trail and went to hyperspace behind Taral's ship. While en route, Vokun asked, "Do you know anything about Nirn? About any of the provinces there?"
"I admit, I'm a bit curious, too," Talos said. "I've only bits and pieces of information about that place, and primarily about the specific province of Skyrim."
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----Dragon'taan orbit-----
4 of the new Kitsune Cruisers and the old FoxFire (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/1c/a9/0a/1ca90a7263e1b01eebfeb4bf80559ab6.jpg) Warship soon arrived from New Cerinia orbit to join up with the fleet. " This is the Burning Fox Battlegroup, we've arrived to assist the fleet." Said the captain of the Firefox.
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"Well I I've only read stories. Stuff about magic and gods and dragons. Do you believe in that sort of thing?" Cecilia said.
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"Indeed," Vokun responded. "Helm, chart a course to follow Taral."
"Aye, sir," responded the helmsman. The massive Predator-class Battlecruiser began to move, following Taral's Negh'Tev-class Battlecruiser, and when it went to warp, the helmsman traced the ion trail and went to hyperspace behind Taral's ship. While en route, Vokun asked, "Do you know anything about Nirn? About any of the provinces there?"
"I admit, I'm a bit curious, too," Talos said. "I've only bits and pieces of information about that place, and primarily about the specific province of Skyrim."
----Wayward Prince---
"While I've never been to Nirn,myself I've done a lot of study on Elsweyr." Kyra noted.
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"I don't claim to know anything about their gods or their magic, but Dragons... I heard a few things," Vokun sighed. "But what I really need to know is the current state of things there, especially in Skyrim, which is where I think this 'Skuldafn" place is."
"We could hail Taral's ship and ask him," Andronikos suggested. Vokun raised an eyebrow, but nodded in response, and one of the crewmen opened a hailing frequency, waiting for a response...
*** IKS Wayward Prince, in-transit to Nirn ***
"Now that we are en route, what was 'Hmm' about?" Lokahviing asked Kyra.
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Kyra sighed "If you must know. Your shields are, outdated, your weapon systems need re calibration and your zipper is open." Kyra smirked.
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"Very funny," Lokahviing growled, sipping up his pants. "And where do you suggest I get more up-to-date weaponry? I'm already running heavy Poleron and Tachyon weaponry."
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"I don't think we have time to discuss that ,but rest assured I'll tell you when we get back." Kyra replied "If we get back." She muttered.
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"I don't know," Lokahviing said, oblivious to the console next to him beeping with the incoming hail from the Inquisitor. "Last report from Nirn said Skyrim's been having trouble with Thalmor infiltrators, and I promised General Ulfric I'd look into it when I got back."
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"So what's our mission? Are we going to find Alduin for Taral and that's it?" Cecilia asked.
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Raz woke up and his eyes darted around then he sat up and rubbed his head, "Ow... could I have an ice pack, my head hurts."
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*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam watched how the engineers readied his new ship. With every second passing he got more and more excited about getting a new ship. He nearly even hugged it while the paint was still wet! Fortunately he stopped himself in time. He turned away. What he didn'tstop was his curiosity: "I'm wondering... What'll happen to Blowfish?" he asked the commander, pointing at his old ship.
*Dragon'taan*
Anna turned the ship down to Dragon'taan while keeping a close eye on her radar. The gunslinger got the weaponry and shields ready for combat if need be. The mechanic held his trusty firm key tight in his hands. The second commander took the spyglass and scoured the horizon and sky.
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Krystal sighed "Why do you get into so much trouble with the locals?" the blue vixen asked handing Raz an ice pack.
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"Well, first thing we need to do is rendezvous with Taral down planetside once we reach Nirn," Vokun responded. "Then I show him how to use the Force-Walking, then we let him contain Alduin. After that, well... we'll see what crops up. Any response from Taral's ship?"
Andronikos shook his head. "Either his comm is down, or his attention is elsewhere," he said.
"It could be the woman with him is talking with him," Ashara suggested.
*** IKS Wayward Prince ***
"So... what do you suggest for the weapons and shields technologies of my fleet? I already have adaptive shields - stole them from the Borg - and many kinds of weapons. What more could I need?" Lokahviing asked, still oblivious to the beeping of the console.
"Admiral..." one of his subordinates piped up.
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*Outpost 'Mantakar*
As the ship was readied he practically jumped for joy. "I'm all hyper now!" he proclaimed to nobody in particular, and clearly redundant.
*Dragon'taan*
Anna entered Dragon'taan's space dock without too much trouble. She was relieved she didn't actually had to fight. She reported to the spaceport: "Anna to Dragon'taan, Faith has landed safely. Cargo delivery completed." She watched as Faith's cargo bay was emptied.
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Raz took the ice pack and put it to his head, "Thanks. Anything you need to know, Drake Indari should be able to tell you, but if you must know, there are some people that could've come from a planet in a nearby solar system that may have a vendetta for me, but this last one was fairly timid, so it seems that those people are learning forgiveness, that or their western style planet is just forgetting or they're just remembering me as a legend... but to say the least, there are people who want to hurt me and a few that want me dead.", the doctor walked back, [Dr. Haswell]"I think I forgot me glasse- Oh, hello old friend.", [Razuel]"Ahhh, longtime no see, Doc, how has your life been going?", [Dr.Haswell]"It has all been well. How's Angel?", [Razuel]"Thst's good to hear, and Angel's been fine. Ahh, it's been good seeing you, Doc.", they both hugged and the doc stepped back and grabbed his glasses, [Dr.Haswell]"It was nice seeing you too, but I am needed in the soldier wing, there are a few soldiers with need of some prosthetics.", the fox then left running down the hallway and Raz just sat there on the bed.
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"Do you know him?" Krystal asked. "I'll be sure to Ask Drake, later ,but we have to do something with you."
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"Do you know him?" Krystal asked.
"The doc used to be on my ship instead of my current Mr. Handy, but he left my ship after he was offered a safer job, but his contract was still valid, 'Upon acquired intelligence of crew injury, the doctor must stay near the injured crew member until they awake and are able to move'."
"I'll be sure to Ask Drake, later ,but we have to do something with you."
"What do you have in mind?"
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"We could send you back to The manor..But you'll have to stay there this time." Krystal said.
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"I see... and what am I going to be doing during all this?"
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Raz sighed, "Alright, fine, But could you send someone to my ship, I just need to know if it is still there."
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"We'll check it out on our way I promise." Krystal sighed.
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Lokahviing waited for Kyra's response as his subordinate held his tongue, waiting for the Admiral's question to be answered.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Try to calm down, sir," The Commandant requested. "The ship will be finished in..." he paused to check the readout. "... Seven minutes."
*** Dragon'taan Medical Station ***
"I'll take care of that," Markus volunteered. "Where is it?"
*** DMCS Inquisitor ***
"You'll stay with me, and pay attention - you could learn something new," Vokun told Cecilia. "Force-Walking, while very dangerous, can provide one with a supply of untapped power that almost recharges itself, therefore allowing for more powerful effects - be it in combat or out of it. Even you could draw on such power to heal even the most mortal of wounds. I know firsthand that the more Force Ghosts you gather, the more power you'll end up with - but you need to be careful. Too many, and you could wind up like I did and get Force-Walking Sickness."
"Yeah, that was a trip," Andronikos commented. "We bounced from Dromund Kaas to Belsavis and Voss looking for a way to cure it. Long story short, there is a way, and we used it."
"Otherwise, I would not be here," Vokun concluded. "But it serves as a lesson of what can happen when you try and take too much power at once."
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"I dunno, pays to be prepared." Kyra shrugged"I said we'd deal with it later."
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"We've got an hour till we hit Nirn, so humor me," Lokahviing said.
"Admiral," the Comms officer stated, "We're being hailed."
Lokahviing sighed, then nodded to the Comms officer. "Kyra... do not tell them my name. Nox may not be Sith anymore, but that doesn't mean I trust him or his crew," he told Kyra before the hail was patched through.
"Lord Taral," Vokun greeted us. "Since we have an hour before we reach Nirn, I thought maybe you could tell us about where specifically we're going and what the climate there is, so to speak."
Lokahviing shrugged, then responded, "Ask away."
Vokun looked over his shoulder at Cecilia. "Was there something you wanted to ask him?" he asked her.
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"The place is cold I can tell you that much." Kyra replied "If your fur isn't made for the cold I suggest bringing a coat." The Khajiit female spoke up.
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Cecilia looked at the Kajiit displayed on the windshield and paused. "Well, Vokun summed it up nicely. What's the weather and terrain like? Also... I heard that there are supernatural things on that planet. Like... wizards and elves. Is that true?"
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"Oh, that's quite true," Taral responded. "The Elves are indeed present, and the magic there is considered by the galaxy at large to be a lesser variation of the powers of the Force. But I don't think the weather was the only climate he was referring to. Yes, certain regions in Skyrim - which is where we are headed to - are quite cold. But, presently, the forces of Ulfric Stormcloak's Stormcloak Special Forces and the Imperial Army under General Tullius are trying to quell remnants of the Thalmor and the Aldmeri Dominion in Skyrim. What the Thalmor are so interested in as far as Skyrim is concerned... no one knows. And once Alduin is contained, I promised Ulfric I'd look into the matter."
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"Ah... I understand now. That sounds very interesting. But now I have another question... Do you think it'll be safe?"
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"As long as you stick with your master, you should be safe. No one in Skyrim, to say nothing about the rest of Tamriel and Nirn, has faced a Sith before," Taral answered.
"Ex-Sith," Vokun corrected him. "I no longer go by Darth Nox. Those days are behind me."
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Kyra just stood their having mo more to say.
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"Okay then, I think that answers my questions. Are we there yet?"
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"It's in the docking bays, and there's a draconic insignia on the front sides of the cockpit."
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(Raz, didn't you say the ship was destroyed earlier, like, a few pages back, during the attack?)
"I'll get right on that," Markus said as he left. Saraabi, who was behind him, left with him.
*** IKS Wayward Prince / DMCS Inquisitor ***
"We will be in... fifty-six minutes," Taral responded to Cecilia's question.
"In the meantime, I can show you around the ship... or show you the some of the smaller tricks and abilities we force-users can do. Or, if you want, you can head to your quarters, rest, and meditate. After all, and as I said on Dragon'taan... you made a powerful friend," Vokun told Cecilia.
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"I'm just glad I made a friend." Cecilia said "I think I will head to my room. Now... where would that be?"
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"Markus whose that following you?" Krystal asked.
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(I said 'Practically destroyed', I'll have Scotty at the ship's remains when it comes along)
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(Ah, okay. Just trying to remember.)
"I'll explain later," Markus answered as he and Saraabi headed for the aforementioned docking bay, where they stopped on sight of the ship.
"Uh-oh," Saraabi commented. "I don't think your friend is gonna be happy."
*** DMCS Inquisitor ***
"Come with me - I'll show you," Xalek volunteered. "Master Suleyk has business to attend to here on the bridge."
*** IKS Wayward Prince ***
Lokahviing sighed as he sat down in the Captain's chair. "You think I can trust Nox? Or Vokun, or whatever he's calling himself, now?" he asked Kyra.
*** RRW Remus Rising, New Romulus Orbit ***
Even though the Remans were on good terms with the Romulan Republic, a Reman starship captain among the Romulan Fleet was still a rare sight. Commander Xerron enjoyed that particular part of his reputation every day. And the Remus Rising - his latest ship, gained after his recent promotion - was a fine vessel. While he enjoyed the Valdore-class Warbird he named the RRW Cloak and Dagger, he had, at the time of his promotion, come to realize he needed a new ship. While not normally a fan of the D'Derridex Warbirds, he had to admit, it had surprising durability and firepower. He had always been agitated facing the D'Derridex Warbirds the Tal Shiar had typically employed, and now, he was bringing an irony to the fight by using a D'Derridex himself.
With this in mind, he marched onto the bridge of his ship. "Commander on deck!" shouted his XO, Rhinna Khev.
"As you were," Xerron stated. "Have we received anything from New Romulus Command?"
"Negative, Commander," Rhinna responded. "We have, however, gotten word from Admiral Obisek - Dragon'taan was attacked by the Renewed Covenant. Kaidon Thel 'Vadam was injured, but he'll survive. General Indari is calling for any available allies to join him in an offensive against the Covenant."
"Is Obisek moving to support?" Xerron asked.
"Affirmative, sir - and he wants us to be a part of it," Rhinna answered. "We have also learned that Lord-Admiral Tokarev and the Coalition has already rallied to support, and we have word that the Sangheili are rallying under Fleet Master Rtas 'Vadum. Obisek is sending a fleet to Dragon'taan, and he wants us to represent him in offering support."
"Very well," Xerron said. "Helm, chart a course for Dragon'taan, maximum warp."
The Reman-refitted Warbird RRW Remus Rising broke orbit and went to warp, headed for Dragon'taan...
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In the distance from where Markus and Saraabi stood, voices could be heard from the wreckage, "If you had simply intimated the ship's defenses then this wouldn't have happened.", "Why are you blaming me? I'm just a coffee pot!", there argument continued until Scotty noticed Markus and Saraabi, "Oh hello there! Please don't attempt to rob me..."
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Krystal had followed, Markus and Saarabi "I think someone has this covered." The blue Vixen said as a bunch of odd, drones moved into the dock and started putting together the partially destroyed ship
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Saraabi looked to Krystal, then to Markus, then to Krystal again. "Krystal Indari-Tokarev, I presume?" she asked.
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"You presumed correctly, however, you have something of mine." Krystal replied,her tone of voice not showing any sign hostility, as if she were speaking about something she couldn't take back.
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Scotty, the Mr. Handy, hovered over to the group and just hovered in front of them, "Excuse me, but you're all standing on the bay door.", Scotty said as he pointed to it laying amongst rubble below the group.
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"I'd be inclined to agree," Saraabi said. "I'm Saraabi... your daughter."
When Scotty spoke, Markus and Saraabi looked down to see that he was correct, and moved off of the bay door.
*** Indari Manor ***
Drake sat, in full uniform, on his bed in his room. The Covenant had gone too far this time - attacking Dragon'taan on the eve of the Marauder Victory Festival. Nearly killing Thel 'Vadam. It was abhorrent, and there would be hell to pay. Still, a tremor in the Force told him there was something else behind it.
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Scotty clamped down on the door and began lift it up horizontally with Krystal still on it and began hovering over to the wreckage
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Krystal easily balanced herself on the door and jumped off "Hmm who created you, then?" Krystal asked "You don't look like the Work of the WY like the rest of your kin." Krystal replied.
-----Indari manor----
Amie had already been up and was mounting a few of the weapons she 'stole from the Jiralhanae after the battle. "This signifies my victories, after the cowardly attack on our world by that blasted Prophet of revenge." she said mounting a Brute shot on her trophey wall in the back of her and Drake's room.
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*** Docking Bays, Dragon'taan ***
"The Tal Shiar," Saraabi answered. "It's... a long story. Do we have someplace more private we can speak?"
*** Drake's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Amie..." Drake said, his voice half-pleading, "I... I need you to do something for me."
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"Hmm?" Amie asked hanging up a Brute spiker.
---Dragon'taan docking bays---
"We could use the Aurora, the Kitsune's Tail is still undergoing refits
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((I'm a bit busy today, so I'm just going to skip around and place Cecilia in her room ;) ))
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Drake stood up, walking over behind Amie and placing his hands to gently grip hers. "I need you to stay here," he told her. "I don't want to risk losing you out there. I want to be able to come home to your warm embrace when the dust settles from this. If anything were to happen to you, I would never forgive myself. Please... stay here."
*** Docking Bays, Dragon'taan ***
"Where is it?" Saraabi asked.
*** DMCS Inquisitor ***
Xalek guided Cecilia to her room, then paused at the door, waiting for Cecilia.
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In practically no time, Scotty got the ship back together minus some damaged internal components list the thrusters, Scotty then pressed the button to lower the bay door and it fell off, "*bleep bleepbleepbleep*, this *bleep*ING door!!"
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"You know that is exactly why Krystal left Lylat because Fox left her by the wayside..."Amie began. "When we got into this we both knew what we were getting into the universe isn't exactly a friendly place..." Amie sighed.
------ Dragon'taan spacedocks----
"In orbit." Krystal replied a shuttle landing outside the bay.
The repair drones put the Ramp on again helping Scotty to repair the ship before going back to other repairs.
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The coffee pot spoke up, "They did it better tha-", "Shut it, you glorified teapot, or I will throw you into the slums.", Scotty waved to the repair drones and they waved back before going back to repair the surroundings.
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"I know," Drake sighed. "But... I love you. I don't want to lose you. I won't stop you from fighting for our homeland, but I don't want you to die out there. I want to be able to settle down with you, maybe... maybe we can..."
*** Elsewhere on Dragon'taan ***
Saraabi followed Krystal to the shuttle, with Markus close behind. "Uh... where's Celina?" he asked.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
A fleet of Reman and Romulan ships dropped out of warp speed in orbit of Dragon'taan, the lead ship - the Warbird RRW Remus Rising - opened a hailing frequency. "This is Commander Xerron of the Remus Rising to allied fleet - we heard you were on the warpath, and Admiral Obisek wanted to join up with you."
It was then that another fleet dropped out of warp - a Klingon fleet. Yet another open transmission went out from the Refitted Negh'Var Battlecruiser IKS Pride of Korath: "This is Captain Jureth of Attack Fleet 112, Klingon Defense Force - we have come to aid the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps in retaliating against the Covenant for their cowardly attack."
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"in the pilot seat." Krystal pointed out, the shuttle begingin to head back to the Aurora
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Amie sighed."Fine but next time I'm coming with you."
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Kyle knocked on Drake's door as he stepped into the room. "Drake... it's time to go," he said. Drake nodded to acknowledge his father, then gently turned Amie's head around to tenderly kiss her lips, whispering to her,
"Wait for me, darling. I'll come home, I promise." Then, he turned and followed Kyle outside, where they both beamed to their respective ships.
*** Shuttlecraft en route to Aurora ***
Markus looked out at the fleet assembled, plus the newly-arriving KDF and Romulan fleets. "The Covenant are gonna have hell to pay for today's attack," he said.
"There's more to the attack than is readily apparent," Saraabi said. "I suspect the Tal Shiar are involved in some way, but all I have on it is rumor and conjecture."
"What would the Tal Shiar have to gain from the Covenant attacking Dragon'taan?" Markus asked.
"I'm not entirely certain, but I do know that one goal was to drive a wedge between the DMC and the Sangheili," Saraabi responded. "Had the DMC failed to protect Kaidon 'Vadam, it would have severely strained the relationship between them - the Sangheili would not look on such a failure kindly."
"But to what end?" Markus inquired.
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Reports last in about the Renewed covenant said they had a Zerg brood and some odd protoss allies." Krystal noted as the shuttle moved into the Aurora's docking bay
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"Yeah, I knew that, we faced off against them the last time they attacked us, back when they went after the Forerunner artifacts that Ferengi had," Markus said. "What I want to know is how they figured out how to slipspace jump from their base or wherever their launching point was directly into Dragon'taan's atmosphere! And without tipping us off, to boot!"
"The Tal Shiar may have tipped them off to that trick," Saraabi suggested. "And as for how they avoided detection... they must have acquired a device that hid them, and launched from a point where no one would be able to warn us of what's coming."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna slowly stepped into Drake and Amie's room, knocking on the door. "Amie, you alright in here?" she asked.
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Amie was still hanging up weapons on the wall "Just Fine mom!" She replied hanging a gravity hammer up.
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Anna followed Amie's voice and saw her hanging a gravity hammer up on the wall. "I think we've known each other too long for me to believe you're 'just fine'," Anna said. She paused, then asked, "You're angry Drake isn't taking you with him on the campaign, aren't you?"
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"Yeah." Amie replied simply digging through a bag of Jiralhanae weapons. "Didn't see him complaingin when i was fighting with Tigresss mech units."
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"How do you think I feel? I've been through countless military campaigns and actions with Kyle. I should be out on the front lines. I sometimes long for it. But Kyle and I have a young daughter that needs to be cared for, and Mathayus can't do it for us. What kind of parents would Kyle and I be if we kept leaving Kira with her uncle while Kyle and I went off on these 'adventures'?" Anna explained. "Point is, Drake doesn't want you getting hurt or killed - you are his world. You are everything to him, and he loves you very much. While I agree with how you and he have been through a lot together, and that you and he should be facing the Covenant together, I also see that he doesn't want to risk what he has planned for the two of you. Sure, he's taking that risk now, leaving you here, but to him, it's preferable to taking you with him, where the risk is twice as bad." She paused to hug Amie gently, offering a mother's comfort. "And I think you two would make near-perfect parents, and it fills me with joy to consider potentially being a grandmother."
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"How do you think I feel? I've been through countless military campaigns and actions with Kyle. I should be out on the front lines. I sometimes long for it. But Kyle and I have a young daughter that needs to be cared for, and Mathayus can't do it for us. What kind of parents would Kyle and I be if we kept leaving Kira with her uncle while Kyle and I went off on these 'adventures'?" Anna explained. "Point is, Drake doesn't want you getting hurt or killed - you are his world. You are everything to him, and he loves you very much. While I agree with how you and he have been through a lot together, and that you and he should be facing the Covenant together, I also see that he doesn't want to risk what he has planned for the two of you. Sure, he's taking that risk now, leaving you here, but to him, it's preferable to taking you with him, where the risk is twice as bad." She paused to hug Amie gently, offering a mother's comfort. "And I think you two would make near-perfect parents, and it fills me with joy to consider potentially being a grandmother."
"But we're not even at that point ,yet." Amie sighed."Though I did mention it a few months ago ,but at the time I was joking I knew we weren't ready... and i don't exactly want to be, 'held down' by a baby, Maybe I should talk to Kabby to see how she dealt with her baby."
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"Her baby hasn't even been born, yet, but I can tell you from a mother's perspective, you won't be completely 'held down' by a baby," Anna said. "Children grow up fast. I know. It seems only yesterday I birthed Kira, and she's already five. Before I know it, she'll be in her teens, and rapidly get too old to mother. Such is the way with all children. Like you - I still remember when you first came to us. Now you're Drake's wife, and he's thinking of starting a family with you. Still..." she paused to lean closer to Amie, whispering in her ear, "... if you really want to be with Drake, don't listen to him all the time - there's a transporter pad in the basement intended for subtle getaways. Drake's ship is still in orbit - if you hurry, you'll be able to beam aboard before he leaves. And if he gives you any lip about it, tell him Mother feels you two need to be together for everything - even defending your homeland."
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"Let me get something Aunt Krystal gave me first." Amie smirekd huggin ANna "Thanks mom, She said running off
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Anna smiled, and got up to go to Kira's room.
*** DMCS Indari, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Drake sat in the captain's chair, waiting for the go ahead to engage translight drive and head for the Covenant's base... wherever that was. Intel had pointed it being near Outpost 'Mantakar, but where exactly was unclear.
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Amie got on board The Indari engaging a holographic projection making herself look like a Grey wolf, then placed her Clone Commado helmet on engaging the Voice modulator. "Well here goes nothing." She said with and oddly masculine voice.
----Aurora Dragon'taan orbit---
Krystal led the way to her room on the Aurora and offered a seat to Markus and Saraabi.
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Cecilia had gone to her room and layed in bed. She had taken her suit off and the clothes underneath it. She was dressed in her pajamas. She had to poke holes in the back to fit her wings, which were sprawled out on the bed with her. The mouse slowly nodded off to sleep...
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Markus sat down, but Saraabi remained standing. "So, Saraabi... what's the clandestine secret?" Markus asked.
Saraabi stood silent, not sure what to say or where to begin.
*** DMCS Indari, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Drake still sat in the captain's chair, unaware of the new guest. His thoughts remained on his wife. He didn't want to leave her here, but he didn't want to jeopardize his plans for her. Seeing Thel nearly get killed really got to him, and he didn't want Amie to end up the same way.
The UACS Thermopylae-A, however, began hailing the Aurora, asking for the whereabouts of Markus.
*** DMCS Inquisitor, In Transit to Nirn ***
Vokun remained on the bridge of his ship, seeing to the day-to-day operations of his ship. When it was three minutes to Nirn orbit, he sent Xalek to wake Cecilia. Xalek approached Cecilia's door, carefully ringing the door chime.
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Krystal sighed... "Can people ever leave us alone?" "Markus you ship is calling us."
----DMCS Indari, Dragon'taan Orbit ---
Amie contined to move through the ship heading to the bridge acting like a guard for now.
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Cecilia heard a faint chime and began to stir awake. She got up, stretched, and opened the door to see Xalek. "Oh, hello there. What did you need?"
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A couple of soldiers came to Raz in the makeshift hospital, "Mr.Dracon, we have been sent to escort you to Indari Manor, so if you could follow us, that would be nice.", Raz slowly got up and they brought him to the front of the hospital and had him climb into the back of an army vehicle but before they would leave, one of them picked up a radio and called in to Krystal, "General Krystal, this is transport number 17, requesting permission to escort Mr.Dracon to the Manor. I repeat, requesting permission to escort Mr.Dracon to the Manor. Please reply.", the soldier took their thumb off the transmitter and awaited comfirmation.
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Name:Tahoma sidahi
Age:30
Gender:Male
Species:Ram
Attire:The pictures should help
Height:6'7
Weapons loadout: A High caliber revolver of a indiscriminate model
Short Bio:Tahoma is A trader of many item from earth, he mainly sells Handmade items that he makes or has kept over the years, he focuses on his work and usually wants to deal with a customer quickly so he can get back to making his trinkets, he is very kind but usually keeps quiet unless the need arises
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*Outpost 'Mantakar*
"Seven minutes..." Fayam muttered to himself. He ran through his belongings and took out a book. "Haven't read this one yet. Well, it should kill the time," he thought out loud. He opened it and started reading.
*Dragon'taan*
Faith finished loading off and the money on Anna's account rose again. She went to a garage nearby, rung the counter bell and asked: "I'm Anna, captain of Faith. I wish to improve the weapons on the weapon pods from Full Automatic Ion Rifles to Rapid-Fire Plasma Blasters."
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*** Aurora ***
Markus sighed, then said, "We'll have to get to this family reunion later. Saraabi, come on. Celina, stay here with Krystal." He accessed his comms. "Tokarev to the Thermopylae - I assume you're needing me over there?"
"Affirmative, Lord-Admiral," said the voice of Grand Admiral Voro 'Mantakar. "We're ready to transport when you are."
*** DMCS Inquisitor ***
"We're approaching Nirn - Master Vokun would like you to come to the bridge," Xalek responded.
*** Dragon'taan ***
A young jackal appeared at the desk, and frowned seeing Anna. "Wasn't expecting customers after that mess outside," he said. "What brings you here?"
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*Outpost 'Mantakar*
It didn't take long for Fayam to be completely pulled in by his book. He forgot about the time, he forgot about the commander and he forgot about his ship.
*Dragon'taan*
Anna Replied calmly: "I want to change the weapons on my ship's weapon pods. Currently there are Full Automatic Ion Rifles on them, but I want Rapid-Fire Plasma Blasters instead. It may decrease fire speed but it's a great power increase. The ship is called Faith, by the way."
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"Uh, friend, I think you're in the wrong place," the Jackal said. "This is a personal equipment store - if it's ship refits you want, you'll want to check in with Tigress Arcnon at the Dragon'taan Armory - she handles the starship refits. Her place is over in the Military District, but as I said, it's a mess out there, so I can't promise that she'll be there."
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Sir?" the Commander said, trying to get Fayam's attention. "Your ship is ready."
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*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam looked up. "Huh? Oh! Sorry, I was drawn in my book a bit too much. What did you say just there?"
*Dragon'taan*
Anna replied: "Oh. Then I'll have a look." She left the shop and headed for the armoury, where she called out for Arcnon. "Tigress Arcnon? I have a request!"
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Keri a Khajiit answered. "I'm sorry, Tigress is out at the moment ,but she usually doesn't deal in Space born weapons , the small cat said handing Anna a map "Try the docks on orbit, and tell them Keri sent you."
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*Dragon'taan*
"Hm..." Anna replied, "Well, I'll just... have a look then." She went back to Faith, closely examined the map and fired up the engines. "Anna to Dragon'taan, Faith leaving spaceport."
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"Oh, okay." Cecilia said, and walked with Xalek over to the bridge. "So what are you going to do on Nirn?"
((Also, do you guys mind if I play a side character in Skyrim? He doesn't have much of a purpose exept for being a native. I thought I would try it out.))
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(Go right ahead, Cecilia.)
"We've been through that, Cecilia," Vokun said. "Go in, teach Mister Taral the art of Force-Walking, help him contain Alduin, then reassess the situation, perhaps help Taral deal with any other threats in the area, if he needs our help. I know High General Indari is always looking for new friends."
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"I was informing you that your ship is ready," the Commander said. "I'd advise you clear out of here in a hurry - in a matter of hours, this region is going to get very crowded; the DMC, UAC, USR, KDF and RRF are sending fleets here to track down where the Covenant attack on Dragon'taan came from. Part of a retaliatory strike campaign."
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not far from the hospital, a bomb went off, [Raz]"Gah! Just take me there. Use the back roads.", the driver panicked and floored it to the manor, [Driver]"AH, **censor** it! The general isn't responding.", as they were halfway to the manor, radio chatter revealed the bomb's origin to have been a suicide bomber, then the driver slowed down their pace to normal speed.
The transport vehicle pulled up to the manor's gates and pressed the intercomm at the gates, [Driver]"Excuse me, but we have been instructed to drop off a, Razuel Dracon, by General Krystal Indari."
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"Okay, so Xalek is just helping out like I am." Cecilia said.
Meanwhile in the cold mountains of Skyrim. A lone Argononian was trekking along the dirt path. His scales were blue, his horns were curled like a ram's, and he wore a red tunic that shimmered in a mystical light. He carried his sword and shield along his back and his belt held the rest of his spoils acquired throughout his travels. He looked up to see a disturbance in the atmosphere.
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(Raz, I'd advise you tone down on the sudden attacks. The Covenant assault was something planned, but your suicide bomber, while it can be easily be construed as another attack by the Renewed Covenant forces still on Dragon'taan, was a bit unexpected. I am always open to new ideas as far as this RP is concerned, but please try and keep me in the loop.)
*** Nirn Orbit ***
The IKS Wayward Prince and the DMCS Inquisitor both dropped out of FTL speed in orbit of Nirn, to al already present fleet of warships, all of them Starfleet, Klingon, or Romulan in design and origin, with a few Cardassian and Breen designs in the mix. Vokun frowned in concern. "I was unaware of such a concentration of ships from different factions here," he said.
"They may not be affiliated with the factions that designed them," Talos suggested, working on a console. "I'm detecting weapon systems and hull compositions that differ from the original designs. Also, the shields system is, while familiar, one that is not commonly present on any of those vessels; in fact, it is the same shielding that is commonly present on Borg Cubes."
"Mixed tech, mixed ships, different materials... it raises a lot of questions," Vokun mumbled, stroking his facial hair. "Not the least of which is where and how he got the designs and technology, and how he built them."
*** Indari Manor grounds ***
Anna Indari appeared in full uniform at the gates, opening them. "Come on in," she responded to the driver.
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Cecilia peered out the window. The planet was beautiful. She saw the ships outside. "Wow... I guess we're here then."
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(Sorry about that, it just seemed in place there)
[Driver]"Thank you."The driver drove in and stopped infront of the manor and one of the soldiers in the car went around to the back and dropped down the tailgate and Raz jumped down off of it, [Raz]"Thank you, men.", [Soldier]"Just following orders, sir. Have a good day.", The driver went off and back out the gate to the hospital.
Raz stood infront of the manor and waited for Anna.
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Anna arrived in short order, looking at Razuel. "Well, at least you're on your feet again," she said. "Thirsty at all?"
*** DMCS Inquisitor, Nirn Orbit ***
"Indeed... bit this..." Vokun stated, his voice trailing off.
Andronikos leaned closer to Cecilia. "I gather he's concerned about this - his voice always trails off like that when he's concerned."
"Remind me to ask Taral where or how he got all these ships after we take care of Alduin," Vokun requested. "I want to know how a fleet this size could have been built without the DMC knowing about it."
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"So is there a specific place we want to land?" Cecilia asked.
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Raz shook his head, "I'm fine, just tired more than anything."
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(Sorry about that, it just seemed in place there)
[Driver]"Thank you."The driver drove in and stopped infront of the manor and one of the soldiers in the car went around to the back and dropped down the tailgate and Raz jumped down off of it, [Raz]"Thank you, men.", [Soldier]"Just following orders, sir. Have a good day.", The driver went off and back out the gate to the hospital.
Raz stood infront of the manor and waited for Anna.
(Your gonna put teh city on Full lockdown! :P )
---Indari manor----
a large bluish purple skinned creature (http://i.imgur.com/2iQYezr.jpg) walked up behind Anna, the creature standing as tall as Tigress at 7 feet tall. "Excuse me miss, Indari can I assist?" The tall creature asked.
---DMCS Indari Amie still under disguise moved her way closer to the bridge, to find Drake, adjusting her clone commado helmet for a bit.
---Dragon'taan---
an oddly out of place Clone commado (http://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/7/74/RC-1140Fixer.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20070802045214) approached a Mandalorian near a bunch of Clones that were training, and began to ask "Ma'am do you know where Colonel, Reznov is?" The commando asked although her voice sounded masculine like and old clone from the Republic. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWD1LQ4WgbU)
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*** DMCS Inquisitor ***
"Nope - the Inquisitor will remain in orbit, and we will take a drop ship down planetside," Vokun responded to Cecilia's question. "Xalek, Cecilia, Ashara, with me. Andronikos, you have the conn. Keep me appraised to whatever you detect, I don't care how trivial."
*** Dragon'taan ***
Anna looked behind her to see Aylina. "Aylina? I thought you were with your mom and dad at Cardassia?" she told her.
At the Training grounds, Anne turned to face the Clone who'd spoken. She frowned, then took off her helmet. "You're speaking to Colonel Reznov. Identify yourself," she told the old clone.
*** DMCS Indari, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
When Markus arrived back on his ship, the whole fleet got the word - set course for Outpost 'Mantakar. Yet, as the DMCS Indari prepared to make the jump, Drake could feel a familiar presence on his ship. But he couldn't stop the ship to investigate. The Indari formed up with the rest of the allied fleet, and they all jumped together, speeding toward Outpost 'Mantakar...
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"My name is Fixel one of the last of my kind." Fixel said taking her helmet off, the voice modulation turning off her feminine real voice now speaking. "They also called me Fixer which is why I painted my armor to look like Delta-40's armor from the Republic." She explained. "I heard you were part of the new DMC Clone initiative." She explained. "I just wanted to see for myself."
---Indari manor---
"We got back an hour ago." Aylina explained. "Just before the Covenant attacked."
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Raz looked at Alina, "Any of you get hurt?"
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Raz looked at Alina, "Any of you get hurt?"
Naa my mother was part of the air parade and wing leader of the air attack on the Covenant."Aylina replied.
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"That's good.", Raz extended a hand to Alina, "By the way, my name's Razuel."
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"Oh boy, this is so exciting!" Cecilia said. "I've never been a part of a landing party before."
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"I see," Anne responded to Fixel. "And... what do you make of what you see?"
"Hnh... well, where's your mom and dad?" Anna asked Aylina.
*** DMCS Inquisitor ***
Vokun and his requested party headed down to the hangar bay to board a shuttle bound for the surface of Nirn, but Vokun paused just shy of the door, sensing an odd tremor in the Force he was unfamiliar with.
*** Skyrim ***
Lokahviing beamed down to Skyrim on a makeshift landing pad near Skuldafn, and set the beacon, letting Vokun know where he was.
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"I see," Anne responded to Fixel. "And... what do you make of what you see?"
"Hnh... well, where's your mom and dad?" Anna asked Aylina.
*** DMCS Inquisitor ***
Vokun and his requested party headed down to the hangar bay to board a shuttle bound for the surface of Nirn, but Vokun paused just shy of the door, sensing an odd tremor in the Force he was unfamiliar with.
*** Skyrim ***
Lokahviing beamed down to Skyrim on a makeshift landing pad near Skuldafn, and set the beacon, letting Vokun know where he was.
"Mom's likely checking her ship for damage and I dunno where dad is." Aylina replied.
---Skryim---
Kyra was quick to follow Lokahviin to the surface. "ugh I hate transporters. She complained.
---Dragon'taan---
"Looks impressive ,but I wouldn't know, I only took after the clone commado, because of my nickname." Fixel replied.
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Cecilia climbed into the shuttle and eagerly awaited the decent to the planet below.
Back on the surface, as the Argonian stared at the sky he saw a streak of light shoot into the sky from the horizon. "How curious." He said, it was pretty unusual. But, being a resident of Skyrim he was quite used to the unusual. He continued to gaze upwards to see what happened next.
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Vokun boarded the shuttle, and took his seat. Shortly thereafter, after an escort of four soldiers boarded the shuttle, the shuttle took off, and headed down planetside. It broke the sky as it descended, landing at the landing pad where Lokahviing's beacon was active. Vokun was the first off the shuttle, followed by Xalek and Ashara, then the escort.
"Welcome to the ancient temple of Skuldafn," Lokahviing greeted them.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Anne responded. "And, aside from wanting to see my clones in training, what brings you here? Was there something else that drew you here?"
*** DMCS Indari, In-Transit to Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Drake sighed and rubbed his temple. Thinking over the conversation he had with Amie, he was starting to regret leaving her behind. She had a point - Fox had done the same thing to Krystal, and Krystal left him. Ironic that she ended up marrying the man who tormented her as children, but still, Drake was coming to wish he'd taken Amie with him. Dragon'taan was as much her home as it was his.
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"I was looking for a ex-dark jedi by the name of Fasnuu." Fixel replied.
-Nirn---
"Taral I hate to break up the party ,but I smell humans coming this way." Kyra spoke up "iron armor...."
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"Could be anything," Taral responded, "Bandits, IA, SSF, NSF... the list goes on."
*** Dragon'taan ***
Anne frowned. "And why would you be seeking Darth Faasnu?" she asked Fixel.
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The Argonian could see just a tiny black speck travel down the beacon
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Cecilia stepped off the ship and looked at the large temple before them. "Wow, it's quite a sight..." she said.
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"Could be anything," Taral responded, "Bandits, IA, SSF, NSF... the list goes on."
*** Dragon'taan ***
Anne frowned. "And why would you be seeking Darth Faasnu?" she asked Fixel.
"I need training with the force." Fixel explained simply, revealing her crude lightsaber
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Anne examined the Lightsaber briefly before handing it back. "You constructed that yourself? With no prior knowledge of the ways of the Force?" she asked in disbelief.
*** Skyrim ***
"Yes, quite," Vokun responded in agreement. "So how do we bring Alduin out?"
"Leave that to me," Taral said. "But the more immediate concern is to get to the portal to Sovngarde at the top of this temple; that's where I will bring Alduin out, in his spirit form."
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"So we're going tomb raiding then? That's very interesting, but do you think there will be... um... monsters?"
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"Pretty much." Fixel replied "I was thinking about making a more refined version, though."
---Indari Manor---
"So anyway do you need any help?" Aylina asked Anna.
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Raz yawned and began to walk to the Manor front doors and when he went to turn the handle, a hefty shock was administered and it shot him back, "Oof... what the hell?"
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"What is it?" Anna asked.
"Well, I think Darth Faasnu is still in Indari Manor," Anne responded to Fixel. She indicated the manor grounds sitting atop Draco Hill.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
The massive fleet that jumped from Dragon'taan arrived at Outpost 'Mantakar, and a coded comm message was sent to the station Commandant: "General Kyle Indari and Lord-Admiral Markus Tokarev are coming aboard. They expect a full report on the Covenant Assault. Be ready."
Meanwhile, on board the Indari, Drake sat waiting for new orders, reading over the reports in an effort to both kill time and keep his mind off his wife and how angry she was that he'd left her behind.
*** Skuldafn, Skyrim ***
"If you mean the Draugr, then yeah, there will be," Taral responded. "These ancient Nordic tombs are filled with them. Just stick close to your master and I. We'll get you through in once piece."
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"eh undead are easy targets." Kyra muttered.
---Dragon'taan--
"Thank you." Fixel replied heading off to teh manor.
---Indari=--
Finnaly, Amie made it to the bridge quietly entering through the door.
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Raz got up and went for the door again and it opened and he sat on a chair just inside the door
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"Undead... sounds a little scary. But I trust that Vokun will keep us safe." Cecilia said.
((By the by, I forgot that Cecilia is wearing a new outfit. She's in a purple coat with black pants. Think Sans, if you know who that is anyway.))
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Taral led the way into the temple of Skuldafn, keeping his crossguard lightsaber in his hand. Vokun followed, keeping his lightsaber in hand, along with Ashara and Xalek. "Feel free to ask any questions you might have," Taral offered.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
A Worgen male came out into the mail hall of Indari Manor, drying his hand with a towel. "What's all the commotion out here?" he asked.
*** DMCS Indari, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Drake looked behind him, seeing the Clone now arriving on the bridge. He smiled, knowing who it was, as he didn't typically have clone troops on his ship. "How did you get here without my knowledge, Amie?" he asked.
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Taral led the way into the temple of Skuldafn, keeping his crossguard lightsaber in his hand. Vokun followed, keeping his lightsaber in hand, along with Ashara and Xalek. "Feel free to ask any questions you might have," Taral offered.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
A Worgen male came out into the mail hall of Indari Manor, drying his hand with a towel. "What's all the commotion out here?" he asked.
*** DMCS Indari, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Drake looked behind him, seeing the Clone now arriving on the bridge. He smiled, knowing who it was, as he didn't typically have clone troops on his ship. "How did you get here without my knowledge, Amie?" he asked.
"Beats me dad." Aylina said walking into the hall "Have you seen mom or is she still checking her ship for damage?" The Dranei asked.
--Nirn---
Kyra stayed close behind Taral her plasma sword ready just in case.
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Cecilia followed and watched the masters take the lead, each with their lightsabers in hand. "I do have a question, but it isn't related to the temple: when can I have a lightsaber?" Cecilia said.
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"Why was the handle electrified?", Raz asked the Worgen.
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Vokun chuckled audibly at Cecilia's question and responded, "When you are ready - learning to defend yourself with a Lightsaber is part of your training. But until you are ready to use one, you'll need to use a training blade, and regrettably, I do not have one."
"Actually... I do," Ashara offered. "I keep it in my quarters, for personal reasons." The young Togruta looked to Cecilia. "You could use mine."
*** Indari Manor ***
"I believe your mother is still checking on the ship," the Worgen said. Looking to Razuel, he added, "And I was unaware the handle was electrified. I'm Ketorr, by the way. This is my daughter, Aylina." he indicated the young Draenei next to him when he mentioned her name. "My elder daughter, Lian, is... somewhere. God knows where. Oh, that reminds me, Aylina - is she still mourning Jal'Parr?"
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"After that walk back in Stormwind? Yeah I think so." Aylina frowned.
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"Well that's convenient. Do you have it on you right now by any chance?" Cecilia said.
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"Poor girl," Ketorr sighed. "Do you know where she is now?"
*** Skuldafn Temple, Nirn ***
"Unfortunately, no," Ashara responded as Taral opened the great doors and entered Skuldafn.
"Watch your step in here," he told everyone. "Some of the traps are set off by pressure plates and such."
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*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Upon hearing the commander Fayam put the book away and jumped in the cockpit of his new ship excitedly. He activated the ship, lowered the windshield, fired up his engines and made for a quick leave. He contacted the outpost: "Fayam to 'Mantakar, Blowfish MK.II leaving space dock. Request for update on your 'most wanted' list."
*Dragon'taan orbit*
It obviously didn't take long for the ship to arrive at the orbital station. "Anna to Dragon'taan Orbital Station," Anna contacted, "Faith requesting to dock."
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"Aww, that's too bad." said Cecilia. As the doors opened, her eyes scanned the interior of the temple. It was quite the site, there were artifacts and scattered treasure in every corner. As she walked in the dust entered her little black nose and caused her to sneeze. "Achoo! This place is... achoo! cool." She sniffled while holding her nose.
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"Be careful where you step." Kyra warned.
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"Sorry for the loss, Aylina."
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Transmitting... good hunting, Captain," The commander responded. The Most Wanted List, recently updated, would contain three San'Shyuum Prophet Hierarchs at the top of the list, worth a cool 3.5 million Credits Alive only, among multiple other targets. The three prophets, named the Prophets of Revenge, Vengeance, and Retribution, were wanted in connection with the sudden and unprovoked attack on Dragon'taan, and for the attempted murder of Sangheili Kaidon Thel 'Vadam.
*** DMCS Indari, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Drake waited for a response from the clone figure while shuttles were en route to the outpost.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Starship Faith, this is Dragon'taan Orbital Traffic Control - clearance to dock granted. Approach when ready," came the response.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"It wasn't Aylina who lost someone dear to her," Ketorr corrected Razuel. "It was my Pandaren God-Daughter, Lian. And I have no clue where she is right now."
*** RRW Devoras, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Inside her personal quarters of her inherited Romulan Warbird, Lian sat silently mourning her departed love. She never got a chance to tell him, and her heart ached from the loss and denial of such a chance. But still, she performed her duties admirably, even with this saddening pain.
*** Skuldafn Temple, Skyrim Province, Nirn ***
Xalek took notice of Cecilia's sneezing. "Master, do we have any rebreathers?" he asked.
"I think so," Vokun responded as the group continued moving through the tomb. He dug into his pack, and found a device suitable for Cecilia. "Here - this should help you breathe more comfortably."
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"Well I that case, I hope you find her."
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Cecilia sniffled and took the device from Vokun. "Thank you, I always get a little sneezy when there's a lot of dust." Cecilia placed the rebreather on her nose. Once it got to working she was able to really take in the large foyer of the temple. "It's so big already. How far are we from the top?"
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"Sorry for the loss, Aylina."
"Huh?" Aylina asked not sure what 'Raz' was talking about.
---Nirn---
"I dunno if i should say this but it's pretty clear down here for a burial site." Kyra noted looking at Cecilia's armor "You know the helmet for that has a rebreather and air filter right?" She asked.
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((I suppose it's my fault for not having Cecilia change clothes on the ship. But she's not wearing her armor anymore. She's wearing a purple coat.))
"Yeah, I know. I didn't wear it here because I didn't think I'd need it." Cecilia said, and then she went back to looking all around the place. She noticed a small golden coin by her feet. She bent over and picked it up. "Nice, free gold." She said, smiling.
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"I just overheard you talking... so I assumed from what I gathered, is that you lost someone dear."
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(Still waiting on Amie to respond to Drake)
"Yeah, it was Lian that lost someone dear," Ketorr corrected Raz.
*** Skuldafn Temple, Nirn ***
Vokun and his team followed Taral through the depths of Skuldafn, and after what seemed to be hours, they arrived at the portal to Sovngarde, high atop the temple itself. "This is it," Taral said. "Where father usually manifests."
Vokun frowned. "Father?" he asked in confusion.
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((I suppose it's my fault for not having Cecilia change clothes on the ship. But she's not wearing her armor anymore. She's wearing a purple coat.))
"Yeah, I know. I didn't wear it here because I didn't think I'd need it." Cecilia said, and then she went back to looking all around the place. She noticed a small golden coin by her feet. She bent over and picked it up. "Nice, free gold." She said, smiling.
(But the armor stores on a molecular storage device so she can just wear it whenever...)
"Blast, well Mom insisted we be together, after all that is what caused the strife between Krystal and Fox, and you know where that led." Amie replied
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Drake rubbed his eyes and sighed. "I was afraid Mom would intervene somehow," he said. "But whatever the reasons, this is good news - maybe now I can stop worrying about you, knowing you love me enough to sometimes disobey me to fight by my side." He chuckled, then asked, "What gave you the idea for the Clone getup?"
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"I thought Anne would have assigned you a few ARC CLONE Guards." Amie replied.
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(I thought about that. Which is why she has the device in her coat pocket. As for why she's not wearing her armor. It's really just my own personal choice, I'm kind of a sucker for vanity. :3 )
During the party's journey Cecilia had been scavenging all about the temple. She found lots of cool stuff, some books, lots of gold, and most importantly: an old rusty sword which she had been playing with ever since she acquired it. Even as they stood at the portal she was still playfully stabbing at the air.
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"Yes, my father," Taral responded. "Alduin is my adopted father."
Vokun frowned in concern.
*** DMCS Indari, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"And I told her I didn't need them, seeing as I have DMC ODSTs on board," Drake responded with a smile. "I might have fallen for your trick had you dressed as one of them."
"Sir," the Comms officer piped up, "The outpost is hailing us."
"On screen," Drake ordered.
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Raz headed back inside the Manor and went back to his room, changed into his feral form after he took all of his clothes off, and then layed down on the bed, too exhausted to get up and close the bedroom door.
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"Well it's a little late for that now." Amie replied.
An odd Vixen walked up to the gate to the Indari manor's yard. "Excuse me?" She asked looking around for a microphone or something.
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"How does that work?" Cecilia asked.
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"Adopted." Kyra noted, looking at a nearby shelf of books.
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*Outpost 'Mantakar*
"The Prophets of Revenge, Vengeance, and Retribution..." Fayam muttered, seeing the list, "Hm. Should be doable. I suppose I got myself a new target then! But I don't expect them to be easily caught. Heck, don't even know their whereabouts! I should be keepin' an eye out."
Fayam thought out loud whilst gettin used to the MK. II.
*Dragon'taan orbit*
Anna presicely docked Faith. She headed together with her mechanic to the local garage and rang the counter bell. The mechanic looked worried. "Do you really think we're going to find a Rapid-Fire Plasma Blaster in here?" he asked. Anna shugged. "We'll find out soon."
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*** DMCS Indari, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
The screen turned on with the face of Kyle immediately visible. "We have a heading, Drake," Kyle said, seeming not to notice Amie's presence.
"What's new?" Drake asked.
"The ion trails from the Covenant ships lead to the Sargasso region," Kyle explained. "While it has occurred to me that the Covenant recruited the Sargasso Pirates, my gut tells me they wiped them out - not exactly difficult for them - and are using the Sargasso region as a base. I want you to take your fleet, and the Klingons and Romulans, and hide there under cloak. I'll take the NCC, UAC and my fleet and make a direct frontal assault. When I make my move, you and yours board the station and obtain any tactical data you can."
"Understood, General," Drake responded.
"Oh, and Amie," Kyle said, addressing Amie, "Don't let Drake do anything stupid in there."
*** Top of Skuldafn Temple, Skyrim ***
"Alduin is my adopted father," Taral explained to Cecilia. "In binding him to myself, I will always have him with me, in addition to keeping the threat he poses contained, and I will have his incredible power to draw on."
"I'm not sure that such a thing is either selfless or selfish," Vokun said, "But we've little time to waste. Pay attention, you and Cecilia - you can learn something new here." Vokun then went about showing the particulars of Force-Walking, with Taral learning it quickly.
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Cecilia watched Vokun's demonstration like a child would watch his elder. She was watching him intensely. Learning everything she could.
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----Indari-----
"I will, Dad." Amie repleid
Thermopylae
"General Kyle may I suggest a scouting mission to Sargasso I know just the person for the job." Krystal noted.
---Top of Skuldafn Temple, Skyrim---
"geesh it got cold all of a sudden." Kyra said setting the environmental controls on her suit.
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"And who did you have in mind, General Krystal?" Kyle asked.
*** Dragon'taan Space Dock ***
A Holographic starship mechanic appeared at the desk at the ringing of the bell. "Please state the nature of what is needed," he requested.
*** Top of Skuldafn Temple, Skyrim ***
When the learning was done, it fell to Taral to summon Alduin. He placed a staff in a receptacle at the top of a set of steps, and immediately, the portal to Sovngarde was open. "Father, hear your son and come forth! He summons you in his time of need!"
Moments later, a black spirit emerged from the portal, roaring and glaring with those glowing, blood-red eyes. "Ah, Lokahviing... I trust you've made progress tracking down the... wait..." He fixed his eyes on Cecilia and Vokun. "Who are they?"
"They are my new colleagues. And the male is the one who taught me something... new. Something even you could not teach," Taral responded. Without hesitation, he reached out with the Force, trapping Alduin's spirit and drawing it into himself. Alduin roared in defiance, but was quickly subdued and absorbed. Taral fell to his knees, seemingly weakened, but quickly regained his composure and rose to his feet. He reached out, and the staff in the receptacle shattered. "Now neither man nor dragon can ever violate Sovngarde." He looked to Vokun, Cecilia, and Kyra. "You all have followed me this far - will you help me further?"
(Anyone have any problems with me adding Nirn as a world available to visit?)
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"And who did you have in mind, General Krystal?" Kyle asked.
*** Dragon'taan Space Dock ***
A Holographic starship mechanic appeared at the desk at the ringing of the bell. "Please state the nature of what is needed," he requested.
*** Top of Skuldafn Temple, Skyrim ***
When the learning was done, it fell to Taral to summon Alduin. He placed a staff in a receptacle at the top of a set of steps, and immediately, the portal to Sovngarde was open. "Father, hear your son and come forth! He summons you in his time of need!"
Moments later, a black spirit emerged from the portal, roaring and glaring with those glowing, blood-red eyes. "Ah, Lokahviing... I trust you've made progress tracking down the... wait..." He fixed his eyes on Cecilia and Vokun. "Who are they?"
"They are my new colleagues. And the male is the one who taught me something... new. Something even you could not teach," Taral responded. Without hesitation, he reached out with the Force, trapping Alduin's spirit and drawing it into himself. Alduin roared in defiance, but was quickly subdued and absorbed. Taral fell to his knees, seemingly weakened, but quickly regained his composure and rose to his feet. He reached out, and the staff in the receptacle shattered. "Now neither man nor dragon can ever violate Sovngarde." He looked to Vokun, Cecilia, and Kyra. "You all have followed me this far - will you help me further?"
(Anyone have any problems with me adding Nirn as a world available to visit?)
"What is it you need?" Kyra asked
(as long as we agree they are in a Medival or Tier 7 society, by the forerunner technology tiers, speaking of which I don't know why we don't use those.)
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(I like it, Skyrim is fun.)
Cecilia had been focusing intensely on the events that took place. When Taral finally spoke and everything was completed, she came back from her trance.
"Wait... it's over already? That was so fast. I don't think I got it all..." she muttered
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"There will be plenty of time to meditate on it later, my apprentice," Vokun told Cecilia.
"And to answer your question, Kyra," Taral spoke, "I promised my allies in the IA and SSF that I'd look into the reports of Thalmor Infiltrators here in Skyrim."
(Cecilia, feel free to involve your Argonian char in this op, if you want.)
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
General Kyle waited patiently for Krystal's response.
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"There will be plenty of time to meditate on it later, my apprentice," Vokun told Cecilia.
"And to answer your question, Kyra," Taral spoke, "I promised my allies in the IA and SSF that I'd look into the reports of Thalmor Infiltrators here in Skyrim."
(Cecilia, feel free to involve your Argonian char in this op, if you want.)
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
General Kyle waited patiently for Krystal's response.
"Well we could send in the midnight vixen squardon, try to contact Wolf O'donnel or we have another merc who is good at spec ops too." Krystal explained.
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*Outer space*
Fayam thought long and hard about where he could find the outlaws, and decided to head for Dragon'taan, saying: "Dragon'taan was one of their targets, right? Perhaps they know some more over there..." He noticed the autopilot. "Autopilot," he muttered, looking at it. He pressed a button. The screen said: "PLEASE ENTER COÖRDINATES" and a flashing light. Curiously Fayam entered te coördinates of Dragon'taan. It changed: "CURRENT DESTINATION: DRAGON'TAAN. APPROX. FLIGHT TIME 36 MINUTES." The ship started moving out of itself. "WHOA!" Fayam yelled, "The ship's steering itself!?" His surprise wasn't without reason: his previous ship didn't have it.
*Dragon'taan Orbit Station*
Anna looked at the holograph and queried: "Do you sell spaceship weaponry here?" In the meantime she couldn't help thinking: Why in the universe are holographs used? Really, I don't get it!
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(Okay, I was thinking that he'd appear once we start the next mission.)
"So what's the first step? Are the Thalmor dangerous?"
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"Quite," Taral answered. "They're like the Altmer version of the Tal Shiar, if you get the reference."
Ashara bumped Cecilia lightly. "Intelligence agents and black ops operatives - you don't wanna wind up in their hands," she whispered to her.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"For what purpose, General Krystal?" Kyle asked.
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Space Docks ***
"We have a number of starship weapons available, but do bear in mind, only Marauder Corps, Coalition, New Cerinian, or other ships authorized by the three aforementioned factions are allowed to be refitted with Kadgeron or Kapoleron weaponry," The hologram explained. It was then that a mechanic stepped into view from the office. However, this one was not a hologram. He was a young feline with brown fur and grease splotches on his jump suit.
"You fellas need something?" he asked.
"They're looking to purchase Starship Weapons, I gather, though they have not yet specified which ones exactly they need," The hologram responded.
The mechanic chuckled. "Don't mind Joe - he doesn't get out much," he said. "I'm Jack. Now, which weapons were you looking for, specifically? We have everything from Explosive to Kinetic, low-grade Energy to high-intensity Plasma... you name it, we likely have it."
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"No, I I've never heard of Tal Shiar, but I see what your getting at... how do you plan to deal with them?"
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"Quite," Taral answered. "They're like the Altmer version of the Tal Shiar, if you get the reference."
Ashara bumped Cecilia lightly. "Intelligence agents and black ops operatives - you don't wanna wind up in their hands," she whispered to her.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"For what purpose, General Krystal?" Kyle asked.
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Space Docks ***
"We have a number of starship weapons available, but do bear in mind, only Marauder Corps, Coalition, New Cerinian, or other ships authorized by the three aforementioned factions are allowed to be refitted with Kadgeron or Kapoleron weaponry," The hologram explained. It was then that a mechanic stepped into view from the office. However, this one was not a hologram. He was a young feline with brown fur and grease splotches on his jump suit.
"You fellas need something?" he asked.
"They're looking to purchase Starship Weapons, I gather, though they have not yet specified which ones exactly they need," The hologram responded.
The mechanic chuckled. "Don't mind Joe - he doesn't get out much," he said. "I'm Jack. Now, which weapons were you looking for, specifically? We have everything from Explosive to Kinetic, low-grade Energy to high-intensity Plasma... you name it, we likely have it."
"They could scout ahead of us and pick up any trail of the covenant before we get there." Krystal replied 'Or tell us that they've been there." she added.
---Dragon'taan---
"Whats this about weapons?" asked a female tiger appearing on a blue colored hologram screen on the front desk.
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Taral patted the crossguard lightsaber at his side. "The only way I know how," he responded. He started for the landing pad, calling for a shuttle as he went.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Make it happen, but quickly - I don't want to give the Covenant a chance to slip away," Kyle ordered.
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"That's the beauty of it, Kyle, She's already there." Krystal replied "Feeding report now."
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"Huh?" Kyra asked, following Taral.
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==Indari Manor==
While Raz slept, a little robot scuttled in, [Robot]Scuttle noises, [Raz]"Eh? What the hell is that!", the robot looked up at Raz and began to run and went right out the door and Raz ran after it.
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*Outer Space*
Blowfish MK. II still steered itself towards Dragon'taan, and by now Fayam was figuring out with what weapons the ship was armed. 4 F.A.I.R.'s, 2 homing missile launchers, 2 Turbo-charged Neutron Beams, an Antimatter-Tech and his good old Nuclear Torpedo Launcher.
He didn't really care for the defences, though.
*Dragon'taan Orbital Station*
Anna turned to the mechanic. "I want Rapid-Fire Plasma Blasters. They must replace my Full Automatic Ion Rifles, found at the weapon pods on the fron wing ends," she explained, "My mechanic can lend you some help. If you want to, of course." While talking, she pointed to him. The mechanic made a greeting nod.
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*** Indari Manor ***
Anna came running out at the sound of activity asking, "What the devil is all the commotion?!"
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Space Docks ***
"Rapid-fire Plasma Blasters? We have plenty of those," Jack said. He brought up a map of all the ships docked at the station and added, "Just point out your ship, specify the desired refits, and the construction drones will get to work. The list of available refits is on the left side of the screen. If you need any internal work done, feel free to let myself or another mechanic know."
*** Skuldafn Temple, Nirn ***
"As in, when we find them, we make sure they don't live to report back to their superiors," Taral responded. He stopped, then said, "Actually, scratch that - I want one or more kept alive for interrogation."
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Kyle looked at the report. "What am I looking at, Krystal?" he asked.
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"Sargasso station ion trail reports." Krystal began" It looks like the Covenant were there.... I have no reports on the pirates they either left or were annihilated by the Covenant likely the former." Krystal replied, however Sargasso station appears to be intact so it's likely some of them did escape, or were not home, my agent is getting more data from the stations computer now."
---Nirn----
"You think they'll give out information that willingly?" Kyra asked.
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"Well, let's get started then. Are we going on foot from here or are we going back to the ship?"
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The little robot scuttled/ran towards Anna and hid behind her leg, Raz stopped just shy of running over Anna and was in the motion of falling but managed to go around her and fall, he slowly got up, "That, ugh, Thing, I thought it was some kinda spybot... by the way, sorry about the vase by the kitchen... I accidentally broke it..."
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Keep me posted, but if Sargasso is abandoned or wiped out, we can use it as a staging ground for our campaign against the Renewed Covenant," Kyle said. "Soon as I get back to the Dragon's Rage, we set course to go there."
*** Indari Manor ***
"Vase? Uhhh... I don't have a vase. In fact, I think--" Anna began.
Anna was cut off when Maria shrieked, "WHAT THE DEVIL HAPPENED TO MY VASE?!"
"... Not good," Anna murmured to Raz.
*** Skuldafn Temple, Nirn ***
"Neither," Taral responded. "I have a drop ship en route to our location - we'll ride it to Windhelm. Last report said Ulfric had the latest intel on Thalmor activity."
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"If you need me, I will be in my room.", runs back to his room.
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Keep me posted, but if Sargasso is abandoned or wiped out, we can use it as a staging ground for our campaign against the Renewed Covenant," Kyle said. "Soon as I get back to the Dragon's Rage, we set course to go there."
*** Indari Manor ***
"Vase? Uhhh... I don't have a vase. In fact, I think--" Anna began.
Anna was cut off when Maria shrieked, "WHAT THE DEVIL HAPPENED TO MY VASE?!"
"... Not good," Anna murmured to Raz.
*** Skuldafn Temple, Nirn ***
"Neither," Taral responded. "I have a drop ship en route to our location - we'll ride it to Windhelm. Last report said Ulfric had the latest intel on Thalmor activity."
"I think you misunderstood me , Kyle." Krystal replied "Sargasso station is empty, maybe not abandoned but definitly devoid of life, except my agent."
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"Cool" Cecilia said, stepping on the platform.
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Raz hot back to his room and yelled out of it before closing his door, "Sorry!"
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"I see," Kyle said from his shuttlecraft as it headed back to his flagship. "How do you think we should proceed? I don't want to give the covenant a chance to slip away."
*** Indari Manor ***
The tiger that had been screaming earlier - Maria - knocked on Razuel's door as she opened it. "Raz? Are you in here?" she asked.
*** Skuldafn Temple, Nirn ***
A Phantom-type Drop Ship approached the temple, and once everyone was on board, started for Windhelm. En route, Taral mumbled something unintelligible as he closed his eyes and rubbed his temple. At the same time, Vokun sensed a slight vibration in the Force - subtle, but dark.
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As the ship flew across the sky Cecilia was looking over all the things she had collected. One thing in particular was a book titled "Fireball" Cecilia touched the cover to open it when suddenly, the book opened it self and rapidly flipped through the pages. It glowed in an orange light and Cecilia was caught in a trance for a brief moment. Once it was finished Cecilia came to her senses again, but her right paw was on fire. "Gah! I'm on fire!" She exclaimed, but she soon noticed that fire didn't hurt at all. She gazed into her flaming paw and then at the book she read. "Oh cool, it's a spell book! I learned a fire spell!"
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Kyra looked at Taral worried.
--Outpost 'Mantakar---
"Hmm good question, they likely have scouts outside of the astreroid sector.... hmm, Markus any ideas?"
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"I am of a mind with General Kyle - a direct assault may be needed," Markus responded. "But a frontal assault would be ill-advised."
"Maybe we can find a way to draw off some of their forces," Saraabi suggested. "But we'd need to find something they'd come running to. Mom, does your agent have anything on Covenant interests in this area? Mines? Ship production facilities? R & D Centers?"
*** In transit to Windhelm, Skyrim ***
Taral seemed not to notice what Cecilia had discovered. Vokun, however, raised an eyebrow. "How did you do that?" he asked.
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"The only reason they'd be wanting anything is if it were forerunner, the covenant do very little in research,tending to want to take Forerunner artifacts for only one reason their false religion of the great journey." Krystal explained "Unless they have changed the Covenant are immitative and never have been known to be innovative." She added.
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"Religious fanaticism even after that debacle with the Human-Covenant war... hmm..." Saraabi mused.
"What are you thinking, Saraabi?" Markus asked.
"I'm thinking we use the Covenant's religion against them," Saraabi suggested. "The San'Shyuum may not be easily fooled, but the Jiralhanae and their subordinates... we can likely draw them off with a ship of Forerunner artifacts."
"We don't have any to spare," Markus said.
"We don't have to - we just need to configure a freighter's internals to emit an energy signature matching that of a Forerunner Artifact, or several - the San'Shyuum, if they are present, may not go for it, but the Jiralhanae, so blinded by their faith if the Human-Covenant war was any indication, will find it too tempting to ignore. They would not pass up a chance to take Forerunner artifacts themselves, if only to impress the Prophet Hierarchs," Saraabi explained.
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"I have a couple of the new Yt-1300D freighters on board." Krystal noted. "We can use one of those."
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"I don't know, I just wanted to look at this book, and all of a sudden, my paw ignited. I think I just learned magic."
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"Indeed?" Vokun queried. "Interesting. I wonder how closely connected Magic here is to the Force..."
"We're approaching Windhelm," The pilot said. "Stand by." Taral positioned himself next to the gravity beam, ready to jump down as soon as the ship came to a stop at Windhelm.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Those will work, we just need to make the adjustments," Saraabi said. "We can have Drake's fleet cloak ahead of us, and lay in wait. Once some of the Jiralhanae are drawn off, they can de-cloak and attack. Dad, you and Kyle have your fleets waiting out-system - as soon as Drake's fleet has the enemy fully engaged, you swing in from behind, cut them off from any kind of retreat option. With luck, we can capture a vessel and learn where the Covenant is basing their operation from."
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"A lot easier said than done Saraabi." Krystal noted, closing here eyes to think.
------ In transit to Windhelm, Skyrim ----
"You sure we can trust this human, Taral?" Kyra asked as she stepped onto the gravity beam projector pad.
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Cecilia quickly gathered her things, placing them in her storage device and putting it in her coat pocket. She got up and stepped on the projector, all while her paw was still ablaze. "Uh oh, how do I turn it off?" She muttered.
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"I see," Kyle said from his shuttlecraft as it headed back to his flagship. "How do you think we should proceed? I don't want to give the covenant a chance to slip away."
*** Indari Manor ***
The tiger that had been screaming earlier - Maria - knocked on Razuel's door as she opened it. "Raz? Are you in here?" she asked.
*** Skuldafn Temple, Nirn ***
A Phantom-type Drop Ship approached the temple, and once everyone was on board, started for Windhelm. En route, Taral mumbled something unintelligible as he closed his eyes and rubbed his temple. At the same time, Vokun sensed a slight vibration in the Force - subtle, but dark.
Raz was sitting on his bed in feral form and jumped when Maria talked, "I-I'm sorry for breaking your vase..."
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"Don't worry - it's been fixed," Maria assured Razuel. "I came to apologize for scaring you when I flipped out. Anna told me what happened."
*** Joint Fleet, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"You have any better ideas, mom?" Saraabi asked.
"Cut it out, Saraabi," Markus said sternly. "But at the same time, Krystal, we are short on options right now."
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
Taral floated down the gravity beam to the ground, and slowly made his way toward the Palace of the Kings. Before he'd gone ten paces, a voice called out to him. "Admiral Lokahviing!" Taral looked up to see Ulfric Stormcloak and his Second-in-command, Galmar Stone-Fist, standing just inside the archway before the palace doors. "I was wondering when you'd stop by."
"I said I would," Taral responded. "And I brought a few friends."
"So I see," Ulfric commented. He approached where the others would be standing and introduced himself. "I am General Ulfric Stormcloak, head of the Stormcloak Special Forces; this is my second-in-command, Galmar."
Galmar took notice of Cecilia's flaming hand. "Just starting to play with the magic hereabout, eh? If you're having trouble putting that out, maybe you should see the Jarl's court wizard."
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Raz sighed, "You shouldn't say sorry, even if I don't know how important the vase is to you, your actions were reasonable, but thanks for the apology anyway... do you know the status outside right now?"
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"No, Saraabi. I'm just thinking...." Krystal replied nudging Marks ' I know times are serious but edge off a bit.'
Celina walked into the bridge. "Mom do you think those emitters Tigress loaded can imitate foreunner artifacts?" the small tiger asked.
---Skyrim---
Kyra just stood there silent as if acting like one of [Taral's] Guards.
---Dragon'taan---
A dark blue Vixen walked past Raz, overheaing what he asked "Bright and sunny with a chance of cloudy." Alessia replied (Guess who?)
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Cecilia waved with her free paw. "It's a pleasure to meet you two, so far I've really liked it here." Cecilia said, she attempted to extinguish her paw by blowing on it, strangely enough, it actually worked. "Phew, that's a relief. So you guys have a wizard here? That sounds neat, I would like to meet him sometime."
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(Surprised no one has commented on how Ulfric is calling Taral by his real name...)
"Let's stay focused," Vokun suggested. He approached Ulfric. "General Vokun Suleyk, Dragon''taan Marauder Corps. With me are my apprentices, Cecilia, Ahsara, and Xalek."
Ulfric nodded in greeting to them, then said, "We'd best move this conversation inside." he and Galmar headed for the Palace of the Kings, and Vokun and Taral followed. Ashara and Xalek followed behind them.
*** Jont Fleet, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"That actually sounds like a good idea," Saraabi commented. "Whose ship did they get loaded onto?"
*** Indari Manor ***
"The mess is cleaned up, more or less," Maria told Raz. "But the people are still reeling from the sudden attack. Thankfully, Kira was here at the house when the attack came, so she's safe."
It was then that a young Dragonarian child, a spitting image of Anna, but no more than a few years old, was seen standing in the doorway clutching a stuffed dragon.
"Aunt Maria, where is mommy?" she asked.
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam finally reached Dragon'taan. "Fayam to Dragon'taan, Blowfish MK. II coming in!" He went on to descent.
*Dragon'taan Orbital Station*
Anna took a look at the map. She thought for a moment before pointing at the correct dock. "Over there!" she said, "The weapon pods shouldn't be hard to find. If I say I have an X-shaped ship with weaponry on the front and engines on the rear wings you should know enough." The mechanic fell by: "No inner work, just a weapon job. No pressure! Well, you won't be needing me, so I'll be headed back now."
***Introducing New Characters***
Mary Love, Black Sheep- Pharmacist on Corneria
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(I guess Cecilia was preoccupied with her paw.)
Cecilia followed the group into the castle. It was vast and royal looking, everyone was dressed lavishly in medieval type clothes. Cecilia began to feel a bit out of place, she was a winged mouse among many humans...
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Raz looked at the child in the doorway, "I'm sure she's fine.", Raz used his tail and took something out of his coat and took out a red crystalline sleeping dragon figure and held it out to her, "Y'know, I have no more room on my ship for this little figure, would you like to have it?"
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(Surprised no one has commented on how Ulfric is calling Taral by his real name...)
"Let's stay focused," Vokun suggested. He approached Ulfric. "General Vokun Suleyk, Dragon''taan Marauder Corps. With me are my apprentices, Cecilia, Ahsara, and Xalek."
Ulfric nodded in greeting to them, then said, "We'd best move this conversation inside." he and Galmar headed for the Palace of the Kings, and Vokun and Taral followed. Ashara and Xalek followed behind them.
*** Jont Fleet, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"That actually sounds like a good idea," Saraabi commented. "Whose ship did they get loaded onto?"
*** Indari Manor ***
"The mess is cleaned up, more or less," Maria told Raz. "But the people are still reeling from the sudden attack. Thankfully, Kira was here at the house when the attack came, so she's safe."
It was then that a young Dragonarian child, a spitting image of Anna, but no more than a few years old, was seen standing in the doorway clutching a stuffed dragon.
"Aunt Maria, where is mommy?" she asked.
"One of the YT Freighters." Celina pointed out.
"Which is why I mentioned them." Krystal noted.
--- Skyrim---
Kyra though following the rest of the group stil stayed silent mostly listening.
--Dragon'taan--
The Dark blue furred Vxien spotted the young dragon and walked over to her. "Looking for mommy?" Alex or Alessia Asked, the small dragon.
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam landed safely and made his way to the local army hall. Upon entering he moved towards the main reception (assuming it's there) and rang the bell.
*Corneria*
Mary opened her shop at 8 like usual. She didn't like weapons, so she decided to sell the opposite instead: medicine. She only had to do the counter, some robots would stock the shelves and clean the place.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Affirmative, Blowfish - we have you on scope. Maintain present course and speed," Control responded to Fayam.
*** Indari Manor ***
"Thank you, mister," Kira said. She heard Alessia and responded, "Do you know where mommy is?"
Anna's voice could be heard from another part of the manor calling, "Has anyone seen Kira?"
*** Joint Fleet, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"How soon can we make the refits?" Kyle asked. "The longer we sit here, the more time the Covenant will have to slip away to a more defensible position."
*** Palace of the Kings, Windhelm ***
Taral followed Ulfric and Galmar to the war room, where the table was replaced with a holographic projection unit. "Alright, Ulfric, don't keep me in suspense," Taral requested.
"Recently, we've had reports of Thalmor infiltrators in the hold, as you well know," Ulfric began. "Even after several sightings, we've received no word that they've left Eastmarch."
"You'd think that they'd leave when their cover is blown," Vokun commented. "Why stay?"
"More importantly, what were they doing when they were sighted?" Taral asked.
"Each time, they were headed to the same place - an archeological dig in the middle of the hold," Galmar put in.
"An archeological dig for what?" Vokun asked.
Ulfric shrugged. "No one knows - but we think it holds something of importance, seeing as the Thalmor are so interested in the place."
(Feel free to ask your own questions.)
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Affirmative, Blowfish - we have you on scope. Maintain present course and speed," Control responded to Fayam.
*** Indari Manor ***
"Thank you, mister," Kira said. She heard Alessia and responded, "Do you know where mommy is?"
Anna's voice could be heard from another part of the manor calling, "Has anyone seen Kira?"
*** Joint Fleet, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"How soon can we make the refits?" Kyle asked. "The longer we sit here, the more time the Covenant will have to slip away to a more defensible position."
*** Palace of the Kings, Windhelm ***
Taral followed Ulfric and Galmar to the war room, where the table was replaced with a holographic projection unit. "Alright, Ulfric, don't keep me in suspense," Taral requested.
"Recently, we've had reports of Thalmor infiltrators in the hold, as you well know," Ulfric began. "Even after several sightings, we've received no word that they've left Eastmarch."
"You'd think that they'd leave when their cover is blown," Vokun commented. "Why stay?"
"More importantly, what were they doing when they were sighted?" Taral asked.
"Each time, they were headed to the same place - an archeological dig in the middle of the hold," Galmar put in.
"An archeological dig for what?" Vokun asked.
Ulfric shrugged. "No one knows - but we think it holds something of importance, seeing as the Thalmor are so interested in the place."
(Feel free to ask your own questions.)
"Right here!" Alex called out to Anne, turning to the young dragon. "I assume you can hear her?" the Dark blue Vixen asked.
----Mantakar-----
"The freighter is ready now." Krystal replied simply 'Just give the word and i'll send the drone pilot it's orders." Krystal said now working on some console nearby Markus.
----Skyrim.----
"Magic, Thu'um.. weapons." My guess." Kyra finally spoke up.
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(Oops! Sorry for running ahead of things! *rewinds time*)
*Dragon'taan orbit*
Fayam wanted to descend, but after receiving instructions he sped the ship up a bit to stay in a stable orbit. Then he responded: "Ok, what's the meaning of this?!"
*Dragon'taan Orbital Station
Anna and, after calling, her crew moved to the central area, knowing it'd take a while for the ship upgrade to be completed. There she gave her crew some time off, as well as taking her own.
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"Maybe they're just looking for resources. Have any attacks been reported?" Cecilia asked
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"Resources? In an archeological dig?" Galmar scoffed.
"Every time the Thalmor were spotted, they fired on us. Then they tucked tail and ran, disappearing before we could move to cut them off," Ulfric said respectfully. "Which leads me to suspect they have a base or outpost somewhere in Eastmarch."
*** Dragon'taan orbit ***
"Starship Blowfish, apologies for the wait - you are cleared to land. Transmitting approach vector now. Radio if you have trouble - control out," came the traffic control AI's voice after a few minutes.
*** Joint Fleet, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Send them in," Kyle ordered. "Drake, go full stealth, take your fleet, and wait just outside their sensor range. As soon as the Jiralhanae are drawn off, move to engage."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna appeared and picked up little Kira. "There you are!" she exclaimed. "Mommy's been looking for you!" She took Kira to another part of the Manor as Maria shrugged.
"That's Anna for you - sweet and kind, a good mother, but provoke her into combat, and look out," she commented.
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Kabier waited in bed for the doctor to come. Viktor sat by her side, eager for the news. Kabier's belly was very much enlarged, and both expectant parents were eager for their unborn son to enter the world.
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"Resources? In an archeological dig?" Galmar scoffed.
"Every time the Thalmor were spotted, they fired on us. Then they tucked tail and ran, disappearing before we could move to cut them off," Ulfric said respectfully. "Which leads me to suspect they have a base or outpost somewhere in Eastmarch."
*** Dragon'taan orbit ***
"Starship Blowfish, apologies for the wait - you are cleared to land. Transmitting approach vector now. Radio if you have trouble - control out," came the traffic control AI's voice after a few minutes.
*** Joint Fleet, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Send them in," Kyle ordered. "Drake, go full stealth, take your fleet, and wait just outside their sensor range. As soon as the Jiralhanae are drawn off, move to engage."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna appeared and picked up little Kira. "There you are!" she exclaimed. "Mommy's been looking for you!" She took Kira to another part of the Manor as Maria shrugged.
"That's Anna for you - sweet and kind, a good mother, but provoke her into combat, and look out," she commented.
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Kabier waited in bed for the doctor to come. Viktor sat by her side, eager for the news. Kabier's belly was very much enlarged, and both expectant parents were eager for their unborn son to enter the world.
"Like I said." Kira replied.
--- Joint Fleet, Outpost 'Mantakar ---
"Af..." Krystal replied simply, giving he orders to the drone pilot to take off. " the Drone is out, Kyle. I've given Drake the tracking transmission it will fly to where we think the Covenant are and head back." Krystal explained.
---Indari manor, Dragon'taan---
"I should know I spared with her once when she needed to get some anger out..." Alex noted holding the side of her waist.... whining a bit in recollection of the sparring match.
--- Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ---
The door bell soon rang, Fay Spaniel a white poodle like dog waiting dressed in a doctors vest with... nothing... in her hands.
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*** Joint Fleet, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Drake's fleet - a mixed bag of Dragon'taan, Klingon and Romulan warships - cloaked and headed out after the freighter, leaving Kyle's fleet, Markus' fleet, and Krystal and her NCC fleet to hold the outpost.
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Viktor got up and answered the door. "Doc! How've you been?" he greeted Fay as he stepped aside to allow her in.
*** Bellator-class SDN UIAV Vader's Fist, Coruscant Orbit ***
The heavy footfalls of a man in a black mechanical suit could be heard striding onto the bridge. Behind him, a younger man in a black tunic. The command officer stood at attention upon seeing the two. "Lord Vader, Master Luke," he greeted with a typical Imperial accent.
"I told you, Piett, it's not Vader anymore," the man in the suit told the officer. "But regardless, you sent for us?"
"You asked me to alert you if the Renewed Covenant that our allies on Dragon'taan told us to watch for made any kind of move - well, they launched an unprovoked attack on Dragon'taan. The Marauder Corps is on the warpath with the New Cerinia Command, the Sangheili are eager to pitch in, and we've gotten word that the Klingon Defense Force and a fleet of Romulan ships under Admiral Obisek has joined with their fleet. However, we also got word of a development that may require our intervention."
"What have you found?" Vader asked.
"Based on a report from a cloaked scout we sent to the region, we have word of a renegade Mandalorian faction that has allied with the Covenant - a faction under a man calling himself the 'true Mandalore'," Piett responded.
"Does the Marauder Corps know of this?" Luke asked.
"No, Master. The DMC and their allies seemed focused on the threat posed by the Covenant," Piett replied. "I'd recommend we take a battle fleet there to aid them. After all, we still owe them that much since they helped us forge the Imperial Alliance in the aftermath of Palpatine's death."
"He's got a point, father," Luke commented. "And it'd be an opportunity to strengthen our ties to the DMC and their allies."
"Agreed," Vader said. "Admiral Piett, gather a fleet - we launch when ready."
"Yes, sir - I will get to work immediately and set course for Outpost 'Mantakar," Piett assured Vader.
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"Sounds like she could take on an army single handedly", Raz joked with a semi-serious tone
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"So is our plan to infiltrate the site? Or have there been other sightings?"
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*** Joint Fleet, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Drake's fleet - a mixed bag of Dragon'taan, Klingon and Romulan warships - cloaked and headed out after the freighter, leaving Kyle's fleet, Markus' fleet, and Krystal and her NCC fleet to hold the outpost.
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Viktor got up and answered the door. "Doc! How've you been?" he greeted Fay as he stepped aside to allow her in.
*** Bellator-class SDN UIAV Vader's Fist, Coruscant Orbit ***
The heavy footfalls of a man in a black mechanical suit could be heard striding onto the bridge. Behind him, a younger man in a black tunic. The command officer stood at attention upon seeing the two. "Lord Vader, Master Luke," he greeted with a typical Imperial accent.
"I told you, Piett, it's not Vader anymore," the man in the suit told the officer. "But regardless, you sent for us?"
"You asked me to alert you if the Renewed Covenant that our allies on Dragon'taan told us to watch for made any kind of move - well, they launched an unprovoked attack on Dragon'taan. The Marauder Corps is on the warpath with the New Cerinia Command, the Sangheili are eager to pitch in, and we've gotten word that the Klingon Defense Force and a fleet of Romulan ships under Admiral Obisek has joined with their fleet. However, we also got word of a development that may require our intervention."
"What have you found?" Vader asked.
"Based on a report from a cloaked scout we sent to the region, we have word of a renegade Mandalorian faction that has allied with the Covenant - a faction under a man calling himself the 'true Mandalore'," Piett responded.
"Does the Marauder Corps know of this?" Luke asked.
"No, Master. The DMC and their allies seemed focused on the threat posed by the Covenant," Piett replied. "I'd recommend we take a battle fleet there to aid them. After all, we still owe them that much since they helped us forge the Imperial Alliance in the aftermath of Palpatine's death."
"He's got a point, father," Luke commented. "And it'd be an opportunity to strengthen our ties to the DMC and their allies."
"Agreed," Vader said. "Admiral Piett, gather a fleet - we launch when ready."
"Yes, sir - I will get to work immediately and set course for Outpost 'Mantakar," Piett assured Vader.
"Markus...." Krystal started.." I dunno if now is the time but I've made arrangements with another faction way out in the Deneb system."She began, stopping there for the moment.
--- Drakona residence, Dragon'taan ---
"Busy to say the least with Krystal out fighting the Covenant i'm the best doctor on Dragon'taan.." Fay sighed "Krystal has trained others, but it seems I'm the one who caught on the most from her teaching." She added "So whats up here? Everything looks normal." She said approaching the pregnant lioness.
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*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Markus turned to face Krystal as he crossed his arms. "Another faction?" he asked, "Who? And what sort of arrangements did you make?"
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"Kabby thinks she's about to go into labor - that's why I called you," Viktor responded.
"Can it be?" Kabier asked. "Is baby Tyber ready to come into the world?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I wouldn't be the one to know," Maria admitted, "Though, having seen Mathayus fight, and having heard tales of the Indari family's exploits across the galaxy, it wouldn't surprise me to know if they had before."
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"We would like to know what is there that would be of such interest to the Thalmor, but it is a secondary goal next to ridding Eastmarch of the Thalmor infestation," Ulfric responded to Cecilia's question.
"Be careful - the Thalmor are not enemies to take lightly," Galmar warned. "But take Admiral Lokahviing with you, and you should do okay."
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*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Markus turned to face Krystal as he crossed his arms. "Another faction?" he asked, "Who? And what sort of arrangements did you make?"
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"Kabby thinks she's about to go into labor - that's why I called you," Viktor responded.
"Can it be?" Kabier asked. "Is baby Tyber ready to come into the world?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I wouldn't be the one to know," Maria admitted, "Though, having seen Mathayus fight, and having heard tales of the Indari family's exploits across the galaxy, it wouldn't surprise me to know if they had before."
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"We would like to know what is there that would be of such interest to the Thalmor, but it is a secondary goal next to ridding Eastmarch of the Thalmor infestation," Ulfric responded to Cecilia's question.
"Be careful - the Thalmor are not enemies to take lightly," Galmar warned. "But take Admiral Lokahviing with you, and you should do okay."
Fay looked over Kaiber. wth a smile on her muzzle easily able to tell what was going on both by when Kaiber was due and the current situation. "Sadly not yet..." She explained, "that time uisgetting closer though."She added "Your body is just preparing itself for the actual labor it's a common thing." She sighed "Krystal and I both studied intensly into Female anatomy and many other medical sciencest strictly based on females, doesn't mean we can't treat the other half , though just we know a lot more about Females." Fay explained. "But since I'm here and your doing just fine, do you need anything?" She asked.
--- UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ---
"The Galatic Terran- Vasudan Alliance is a powerful force in their own region, not the most powerful ,but one we can at least communcate with through normal speech.' Krystal explained "The only arrangements I made were a meeting with a high ranking officer in the GTVA. They didn't tell me much else other than they were interested in hearing what the DMC and such can accomplish for them with an alliance." Krystal explained.
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Cecilia gave a puzzled look, "Lokahviing? Who's that?"
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Ulfric gave a confused frown, then an amused chuckle as he responded, "Oh, I forgot - Lokahviing gives his Sith Title to people he meets, until he is comfortable letting them know his name."
"Lokahviing is the name my father gave to me," Taral sighed. "And when I say father, you know I refer to Alduin."
"It is a secret known only to a few," Galmar added. "And it explains why Lokahviing is haunted by Alduin's death. It is a hard thing, to lose the one who'd cared for you since childhood."
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"Can you at least tell me how soon Tyber will be born?" Kabier asked.
"No need to rush it, sweetheart," Viktor assured Kabier. "We'll be loving, proud parents soon enough."
*** DMCS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Oh? Does Kyle know of this?" Markus asked.
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
Drake's fleet dropped out of Translight speed and immediately cloaked before any Covenant ships in the area could detect them. There were all the usual vessels - CAR-class Assault Carriers, CCS Battlecruisers, RCS Armored Cruisers, and DDS Carriers. They certainly didn't learn from the last time around. But what worried Drake...
"Amie... are you seeing what I'm seeing?" Drake asked, as he spotted a number of vessels not of Covenant origin:
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"... what are they doing here?" Drake murmured.
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Ulfric gave a confused frown, then an amused chuckle as he responded, "Oh, I forgot - Lokahviing gives his Sith Title to people he meets, until he is comfortable letting them know his name."
"Lokahviing is the name my father gave to me," Taral sighed. "And when I say father, you know I refer to Alduin."
"It is a secret known only to a few," Galmar added. "And it explains why Lokahviing is haunted by Alduin's death. It is a hard thing, to lose the one who'd cared for you since childhood."
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"Can you at least tell me how soon Tyber will be born?" Kabier asked.
"No need to rush it, sweetheart," Viktor assured Kabier. "We'll be loving, proud parents soon enough."
*** DMCS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Oh? Does Kyle know of this?" Markus asked.
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
Drake's fleet dropped out of Translight speed and immediately cloaked before any Covenant ships in the area could detect them. There were all the usual vessels - CAR-class Assault Carriers, CCS Battlecruisers, RCS Armored Cruisers, and DDS Carriers. They certainly didn't learn from the last time around. But what worried Drake...
"Amie... are you seeing what I'm seeing?" Drake asked, as he spotted a number of vessels not of Covenant origin:
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"... what are they doing here?" Drake murmured.
"Are those Mandalorians? What purpose would they have with aiding the covenant?" Amie asked
_Drakona residence, Dragon'taan._
"Never can tell exactly." Fay began with a laugh "I'd say 3 weeks to a month at least." Fay replied
--- DMCS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ---
"No , because I'm concerned about a 3rd faction in that verse" Krystal explained "They're very odd."
--- Skyrim---
as Before Kyra remained silent through the conversation thinking on her own issues with the current situation.
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"Ooh... yeah, I get it now." Cecilia said "So now that you've told us what we needed to know shall we get started? How far is Eastmarch from here?"
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*Dragon'taan Orbit*
Fayam muttered to himself: "Geez, what are they thinking? Keepin' me out like that..." Nevertheless he descended, towards the surface.
*Dragon'taan Orbital Station*
Anna's crew went out shopping. Anna didn't. Not that she disliked it, but her money reserves turned low again. After some time the second commander came up. Anna asked: "Had a good shop?" "Oh, sure!" was the answer, "I just got this!" and with those words he showed his new plaything: a 10-mm plasma handgun. "I thought your VR-laser rifle was good enough?" Anna said, surprised. "Well, I felt like I needed a change. Just like Faith."
*Corneria*
Mary went through the morning newspaper again, just to make sure she hadn't overlooked something and kill some more time.
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*** Sargasso Outpost ***
"You got me," Drake responded. "Can we contact dad without them finding us?"
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Kabier dropped her head back on the pillow in irritation and frustration. "Tell me you're joking?" she requested.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
(Before I forget, Alex, I am letting you do the freighter's appearance that draws off the Covenant.)
"How so?" Markus asked.
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"You're in Eastmarch," Lokahviing explained to Cecilia. "Windhelm is the Capital of Eastmarch, one of the nine holds in Skyrim." He looked to Ulfric and Galmar. "Any data on the Thalmor movements that would point to the general area they came from?"
"Each incursion was traced to the region in and around Kynesgrove," Galmar responded, "But there is nothing there that suggests a Thalmor base or outpost."
"Nevertheless, it's a lead, and we should investigate," Vokun said. "Kyra, any thoughts? You're awfully quiet."
*** Corneria ***
A young tiger passed by the general area where Mary was at, seemingly lost. "Knew I should have just beamed directly to the spot," he grumbled. "This map is utterly useless!"
"Is someone lost?" asked a canine thug, approaching the tiger with his buddies, a feline and an avian.
"Seems like someone took a wrong turn!" the Feline snickered.
"Take a hike, insects, before you get squashed," the tiger sneered.
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"Do we have to leave right now? I wanted to see that court wizard and talk to him."
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--- Sargasso ---
"Not sure let me see what I can do, the freighter should arrive soon." Amie said going to a console.
--- Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ---
"I'm afraid so , Kabby. You gonna have to carry him for just a bit longer." Fay replied.
--- UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ---
"The Shivans as their called are very touchy, Cerinians have seen them before.. but the DMC... It's incredibly hard to explain." Krystal sighed " They don't 'talk' like we do either." Krystal added.
---- Skyrim ----
"Nothing yet , Loka." Kyra replied "Just thinking something doesn't seem right.
----Dragon'taan orbit---
an odd ship (http://www.igorstshirts.com/blog/conceptships/2013/rsi/cutlass_02.jpg) dropped out of warp in orbit.
"This is the Mayflower's sister To Dragon'taan control requesting docking clearance." The captain said turning around to face his three cremates, to explain the plan. "Alright boys with the recent attack this job should be the easiest swipe we've done, Me and Bob will head to the armory and steal some sweet firepower, meanwhile I want you two to see about getting us some cash, rob a store or something in the part of the city that was trashed." A Dark furred panther said to his crewmates a Hyena, a monkey and a brown feathered Hawk.
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*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Certainly - he's in his lab," Ulfric responded to Cecilia. "Feel free."
Lokahviing stood next to Kyra. "How so?" he asked her.
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
"When did the Mandalorians ally with the Covenant? And why?" Drake mused. "Can we contact dad, yet?"
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Kabier groaned in irritation.
"It'll be okay, honey," Viktor assured the lioness. "You'll be a mommy soon enough."
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"And why tell me this now?" Markus asked. "Do you have reason to believe that these Shivans will make a move against us?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Affirmative, Mayflower's sister, you are cleared to dock. Transmitting approach vector now - radio if you have trouble," Docking control responded after a few moments. "Docking Control out."
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*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Certainly - he's in his lab," Ulfric responded to Cecilia. "Feel free."
Lokahviing stood next to Kyra. "How so?" he asked her.
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
"When did the Mandalorians ally with the Covenant? And why?" Drake mused. "Can we contact dad, yet?"
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Kabier groaned in irritation.
"It'll be okay, honey," Viktor assured the lioness. "You'll be a mommy soon enough."
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"And why tell me this now?" Markus asked. "Do you have reason to believe that these Shivans will make a move against us?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Affirmative, Mayflower's sister, you are cleared to dock. Transmitting approach vector now - radio if you have trouble," Docking control responded after a few moments. "Docking Control out."
"Why are the thalmor even in ruins?" Kyra asked, I may not be a local Khajiit here, but.. something seems fishy there."
---- Sargasso. ---
"I Sent an encrypted message to , father in Cerinian tongue." Amie replied, picking up something on the Radar. "The freighter's here." She added
The frieghter began to broadcast it's automated message on a frequncy to the Sargasso station. "This is the Adun Tora dos to Sargasso station, we have the Forerunner artifacts requesting coordinates to the docking bay."
--- Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ---
Look at it this way , Kaiber you have more time to prepare to be a mother." Fay replioed.
--- UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ---
I doubt it ,but they are extremely sensative to Sub-space travel, the most abudant form of FTL travel in that verse." Krystal explained "They speak in quantum waves, their background is shrouded in mystery." Krystal explained. "They carved their wear through the GTVA 2 times the first time they almost destroyed earth, second time exploded a star to open a portal to their home, or so we think.
--- Dragon'taan ---
The Mayflower's sister Landed and immdiantly the crew departed splitting into two groups the Captain and the Monkey heading for the Armory and the other two heading deep into town.
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Cecilia wandered the halls of the castle until she came across a wooden door that was ajar. She poked her head inside while knocking on the door. "Hello? Is this the court wizard?"
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When the freighter sent it's broadcast, several Covenant ships moved into an intercept course - a pair of DDS Carriers, four CCS Battlecruisers, and three RCS Armored Cruisers. The Mandalorian ships sent messages to the Covenant ships, only to have them ignored as the covenant ships moved for the freighter.
"That freighter better move it, before the Covvies are on top of them," Drake commented.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"I see," Markus stated. "So back to the GTVA - where are we meeting them? And how long can this wait?"
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Be right with you," came the older voice of Wuunferth, answering Cecilia. "Just need to jot down the last of these notes."
"Indeed," Lokahviing said in agreement to Kyra's statement. "Perhaps the Thalmor Outpost, if we can find it, may have the answers we all seek."
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"What else can I prep for?" Kabier asked. "Vik and I already have the baby's room ready, changing table, crib, the whole nine yards. Viktor and I are going to be on paid leave when Tyber is born, we have all the time we need. What else can we do?"
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Cecilia stood at the door and waited patiently. Through the door opening she could see all sorts of books and plants and glowing stuff. It was a very interesting sight.
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Wuunferth finished writing in his book, then put his pen down and closed his book. He approached Cecilia and asked, "Yes, how can I help?"
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--- Dragon'taan ---
The two trouble-makers made their way to the armory, walking up to the desk where Keri was, the Panther hand in his pocket in the shape of a gun faking he had a real gun in his pocket while his partner, pulled out some sort of shotgun.
"This is a Stickup babe we want big guns!" Said the Panther.
"And ammo." Keri calmly said looking at the shotgun, unloaded, pressing a button under the desk locking the two 'dummies inside, and alerting the Quatermaster none other than the 7ft large Female white Tiger, Tigress Arcnon who walked out of her office walked up behind the counter and glared at the two.
The black panther and his brown hawk companion stood stiff wide eyed at the large, Quatermaster, likely letting go in their pants out of sheer fear and intimidation...
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Cecilia smiled at the wizard and spoke, "I just wanted to know more about magic. You see I know this spell..." she began to wave her right paw around, trying all sorts of different gestures and motions to reignite the fire. "Well... I don't know anything about it really, I read this book and all of a sudden my paw lit on fire."
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Fayam made a safe landing and then headed to the military headquarters.
Also the mechanic and the gunslinger returned from their shopping spree. The gunslinger got himself some new firearms and also close-combat weaponry. The mechanic had been shopping for new clothing.
Mary heared the party outside and moved towards the window to get a closer look. "What on earth is going on there?" she asked herself. She herself never carried weaponry, so instead she got a security bot and made it intervene. The robot responded with "YES, MADAM," went out and stood in between the lost traveller and the gang.
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(Alex, you forgot to put the Freighter's response to the Covenant ships on an intercept course.)
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"So... how to proceed?" Lokahviing mused aloud.
"Hold on - where's Cecilia?" Vokun asked, now noticing Cecilia was gone.
"Indeed?" Wuunferth asked. "It's rare for one to discover magic in such a manner."
*** Corneria ***
The traveler didn't expect the robot to intervene so suddenly, but he was grateful - it certainly scared the britches off the thugs, who tripped over each other running away from it. "Uh... someone controlling this thing?" he asked aloud, trying to spot the owner.
(Fayam, is it alright if I have the chief mechanic alert Fayam that the refits to his ship are done?)
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"Really? What else can you tell me about magic?" Cecilia asked, she started to pull out the other books she had collected. Each one was a different color and had a strange symbol on the cover. "I got these from that place... Skuldafn? Anyway, I wanted to know if these are magic too."
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When the freighter sent it's broadcast, several Covenant ships moved into an intercept course - a pair of DDS Carriers, four CCS Battlecruisers, and three RCS Armored Cruisers. The Mandalorian ships sent messages to the Covenant ships, only to have them ignored as the covenant ships moved for the freighter.
"That freighter better move it, before the Covvies are on top of them," Drake commented.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"I see," Markus stated. "So back to the GTVA - where are we meeting them? And how long can this wait?"
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Be right with you," came the older voice of Wuunferth, answering Cecilia. "Just need to jot down the last of these notes."
"Indeed," Lokahviing said in agreement to Kyra's statement. "Perhaps the Thalmor Outpost, if we can find it, may have the answers we all seek."
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"What else can I prep for?" Kabier asked. "Vik and I already have the baby's room ready, changing table, crib, the whole nine yards. Viktor and I are going to be on paid leave when Tyber is born, we have all the time we need. What else can we do?"
The freighter didn't seem to noticed the incoming Covenant ships continuing it's course turning around as it seemed to head towards sargasso which wasn't visible at the moment ,but actually was headed back towards the fleet though slowing down for some odd reason.
---- UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ---
It can wait a month but we'll be meeting in the Deneb star system on one of the GTVA"S Arcadia MK II installations." Krystal explained.
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The Covenant ships followed the freighter, launching Seraph fighters to disable the ship. Drake frowned in confusion. "What's he doing...?" he asked quietly.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Deneb system... why does that name sound familiar...?" Markus mused.
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Indeed they are - you said you got them from Skuldafn?" Wuunferth responded. "What were you doing there?"
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"Oh... something about Alduin and Taral. They did this thing... and fused together I guess. I'm here with him to help out with the stuff that's been going on. And I'd like to think that me learning magic will do the trick."
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The Covenant ships followed the freighter, launching Seraph fighters to disable the ship. Drake frowned in confusion. "What's he doing...?" he asked quietly.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Deneb system... why does that name sound familiar...?" Markus mused.
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Indeed they are - you said you got them from Skuldafn?" Wuunferth responded. "What were you doing there?"
"More like what she is doing." Amie noted.
at about 3 klicks from the battlegroup the Freighter let loose a massive Emp Blast disabling all ships within at least 5 clicks except those shielded by DMC technology, which the Covenant ships did not have.
--- UACS Thermopylae-A Outpost 'Mantakar ---
"I dunno is that were Celina lost her Fox plush or something more serious?" Krystal shrugged in reply.
--- Windhelm, Skyrim ---
Kyra once again remained silent waiting for their 'friend' to finish her business with the Court wizard.
--- Dragon'taan, Armory [Lockdown initiated] ---
"LET US OUT!" Screamed the panther banging on the metal door to the outside of the armory, along with his Brown hawk Friend, as Tigress got closer to the two not even running just slowly walking towards them.
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Scotty flew to the armory for some gun replacements, but stopped as he saw blast doors put down, "I suppose it could be from the attack, but that wouldn't make sense.", he then could hear the faint sounds of yelling and banging on the door, "Are you alright in there?", Scotty yelled to those who were on the other side.
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"Door's locked anyway." Said a grey she-wolf leaning against the wall, from what I heard the two who are banging on the door tried to rob the store with their hand shaped like a gun in their pocket and an unloaded shotgun.
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Scotty looked over at the wolf, "Are you sure?", Scotty made a loud ping noise and he could see those inside, "One of them has a grenade... possibly homemade..."
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Scotty looked over at the wolf, "Are you sure?", Scotty made a loud ping noise and he could see those inside, "One of them has a grenade... possibly homemade..."
"Tigress can handle it." the She-wolf replied.
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looks back over to the she-wolf, "So, who are you?"
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"Lupe Tiber, Spec Ops." Lupe replied.
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Scotty extended an arm, "Nice to meet you, I'm Scotty, loyal Mr. Handy of the ship, Draconis."
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(Can I restart? I'm the creator of OKB Zero and it would be greatly appreciated if I could restart my character and everything.)
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(Can I restart? I'm the creator of OKB Zero and it would be greatly appreciated if I could restart my character and everything.)
(I'm pretty sure you can unless someone disagrees.)
(Mr.Handy like Fallout series?) "Wasn't that ship robbed recently?
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(Since I'm the creator of OKB Zero I think I'll make my character the leader again.)
Name: Irinushka Anochia
Age: 42
Species:Bearded Vulture
Attire:This (http://image.shutterstock.com/z/stock-photo-ww-soviet-officer-reenacting-12215326.jpg)
Height:5'11
Weapons:Mosin Revolver
Bio:A tyrant who assassinated his own father to get into power, cruel and despicable. He will do what ever it takes to maintain power and control. His own people and generals fear him for his tendencies to kill for no reason, some say it's just for fun while others say it's to strike fear into his people. News of his power began to erupt over twenty years ago, and with that he started to invade other planets taking them over and stealing all of there resources, but when government sanctions and threats of war where thrown at the UUOA, Irinushka had no other open then to stop his expansion. Now he sits waiting for the right moment to take everything.
Fur Color:Red, Gold, Black, and White
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(Can I restart? I'm the creator of OKB Zero and it would be greatly appreciated if I could restart my character and everything.)
(I'm pretty sure you can unless someone disagrees.)
(Mr.Handy like Fallout series?) "Wasn't that ship robbed recently?
(Yes)
"Er, yes it was robbed but everything was recovered, luckily."
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When the freighter let out that EMP blast, the Covenant ships caught in the blast were rendered defenseless. It was then that another fleet appeared out of nowhere, made up of multiple Imperator-I and -II Star Destroyers, Venator Star Destroyers, Winged and Wingless MC80 Calamari Cruisers, Dreadnought Heavy Cruisers and their Alliance Assault Frigate variants, and led by an Allegiance-class Battlecruiser.
"What in the name of...?" Drake stated. "What's the UIA doing here?" The Mandalorian ships and their Covenant allies formed up to challenge the Imperial Alliance ships, and Drake knew it was showtime. "All ships, de-cloak! Go shields up and weapons hot!" Immediately, Drake's fleet de-cloaked and went shields-up and weapons-hot. "Show time," he murmured.
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Alduin? Fused? What--oh, I get it. Lokahviing," Wuunferth said. "He found a way to 'contain' Alduin, didn't he?"
It was then that Vokun appeared in the doorway. "Oh, there you are!" he told Cecilia. "Found the court wizard, did you?"
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"No, the name just sounds familiar, but I can't quite place where I've heard it before..." Markus said.
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Cecilia turned to Vokun. "Yes I did, he's pretty nice. Have you been looking for me? I'm not holding up the mission am I? I wasn't trying to, I just wanted to learn some magic."
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When the freighter let out that EMP blast, the Covenant ships caught in the blast were rendered defenseless. It was then that another fleet appeared out of nowhere, made up of multiple Imperator-I and -II Star Destroyers, Venator Star Destroyers, Winged and Wingless MC80 Calamari Cruisers, Dreadnought Heavy Cruisers and their Alliance Assault Frigate variants, and led by an Allegiance-class Battlecruiser.
"What in the name of...?" Drake stated. "What's the UIA doing here?" The Mandalorian ships and their Covenant allies formed up to challenge the Imperial Alliance ships, and Drake knew it was showtime. "All ships, de-cloak! Go shields up and weapons hot!" Immediately, Drake's fleet de-cloaked and went shields-up and weapons-hot. "Show time," he murmured.
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Alduin? Fused? What--oh, I get it. Lokahviing," Wuunferth said. "He found a way to 'contain' Alduin, didn't he?"
It was then that Vokun appeared in the doorway. "Oh, there you are!" he told Cecilia. "Found the court wizard, did you?"
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"No, the name just sounds familiar, but I can't quite place where I've heard it before..." Markus said.
"I've called in a couple surprises of my own." Amie noted pressing a button on the side of her belt. 4 Kitsune (http://i.imgur.com/UZS3CFT.png) class cruisers de-cloaked in the battle-group. "This is the Two-tailed battle-fleet reporting for duty, General Ahkrin'kaal."
Amie turned to Drake "You like?" She asked.
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Fayam headed for the local military base and asked there for the main commander.
The robot took a look at the gang. "LEAVE HIM ALONE. IF YOU DO NOT COMPLY, I WILL BE FORCED TO TAKE EXTREME ACTION." After those words he extended the plasma guns attached to its arms and pointed them at the gang.
Anna looked at the time. "We've been here for quite a while. Get ready to go, the ship'll probably be ready soon," she adressed.
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--- UIAV 'Vader's Fist' ---
A mid- aged red skinned Togruta female walked up behind Vader and his son, Luke "Skyguys?" She asked.
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"I'll admit, I am impressed - but there's no time to admire it now," Drake responded. "Can they identify which ship is acting as the Command Ship?"
*** Bellator-class Star Dreadnought UIAV Vader's Fist, Sargasso Outpost ***
Vader and Luke turned to face Ahsoka. "Yes, Ahsoka?" Vader asked, "Is something wrong?"
Luke seemed surprised to see her. "Master Tano? What are you doing here?" he asked.
"She's been on this ship a good while, now, Luke - as a field commander for Imperial Alliance forces in the field," Vader explained.
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Actually, yes - Lokahviing wants to nail the Thalmor before they have a chance to realize we're on to them," Vokun responded to Cecilia. "We're headed for the Kynesgrove region to see if we can ascertain anything that might point to the Thalmor presence in Eastmarch."
"Is that right?" Wuunferth said. He dug around for a book with an odd symbol on it. "This is a book to teach a certain power," he said, handing the book to Cecilia. "If you run into any Thalmor out there, and subdue them, use this power on them - it should point the way. Think of it as... clairvoyance."
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Space Dock ***
The chief mechanic approached Anna. "Ma'am... the refits on your ship are complete," he told her. "Keep us in mind if you ever need anything further.
*** Dragon'taan Military District Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm sorry, sir, but the Commander is out," the receptionist told Fayam. "But you can, however--" It was then that Anna Indari - dressed in full uniform - appeared behind Fayam. The receptionist snapped to attention. "General Indari, Ma'am!"
"At ease, private," Anna said. "What's going on here?"
"This individual is requesting the Main Commander - I am unclear, however, if he is referring to General Kyle or the local commandant," the receptionist reported.
"Most of our commandants are out overseeing the repairs to the damage we took in the Covenant attack," Anna told Fayam. "And my husband is leading the retaliatory strike against the Covenant. But I have to ask - for what purpose do you seek out whatever commander you were looking for?"
*** Corneria ***
"Who are you?" the tiger asked the robot once the gang had run off. "Where did you come from?"
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Cecilia smiled and took the book from Wuunferth. "Thank you very much. I'll read it when I get a chance." She walked out of the room and then turned to Vokun, "shall we get started?"
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"I'll admit, I am impressed - but there's no time to admire it now," Drake responded. "Can they identify which ship is acting as the Command Ship?"
*** Bellator-class Star Dreadnought UIAV Vader's Fist, Sargasso Outpost ***
Vader and Luke turned to face Ahsoka. "Yes, Ahsoka?" Vader asked, "Is something wrong?"
Luke seemed surprised to see her. "Master Tano? What are you doing here?" he asked.
"She's been on this ship a good while, now, Luke - as a field commander for Imperial Alliance forces in the field," Vader explained.
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Actually, yes - Lokahviing wants to nail the Thalmor before they have a chance to realize we're on to them," Vokun responded to Cecilia. "We're headed for the Kynesgrove region to see if we can ascertain anything that might point to the Thalmor presence in Eastmarch."
"Is that right?" Wuunferth said. He dug around for a book with an odd symbol on it. "This is a book to teach a certain power," he said, handing the book to Cecilia. "If you run into any Thalmor out there, and subdue them, use this power on them - it should point the way. Think of it as... clairvoyance."
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Space Dock ***
The chief mechanic approached Anna. "Ma'am... the refits on your ship are complete," he told her. "Keep us in mind if you ever need anything further.
*** Dragon'taan Military District Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm sorry, sir, but the Commander is out," the receptionist told Fayam. "But you can, however--" It was then that Anna Indari - dressed in full uniform - appeared behind Fayam. The receptionist snapped to attention. "General Indari, Ma'am!"
"At ease, private," Anna said. "What's going on here?"
"This individual is requesting the Main Commander - I am unclear, however, if he is referring to General Kyle or the local commandant," the receptionist reported.
"Most of our commandants are out overseeing the repairs to the damage we took in the Covenant attack," Anna told Fayam. "And my husband is leading the retaliatory strike against the Covenant. But I have to ask - for what purpose do you seek out whatever commander you were looking for?"
*** Corneria ***
"Who are you?" the tiger asked the robot once the gang had run off. "Where did you come from?"
" Their not exactly build for that ,but I'll see Amie replied.
--- Bellator-class Star Dreadnought UIAV Vader's Fist, Sargasso Outpost ---
"With some help I've prepped your Fighters." Ahsoka replied. "Unless you two SKyguys Hate flying like Obi-wan.
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*** UIAV Vader's Fist, Sargasso Outpost ***
"Did you prep the correct one, this time?" Vader asked. "Remember, I now fly the modified TIE Defender."
*** DMCS Indari, Sargasso Outpost ***
"All ships, lock your targets, fire on my command," Drake commanded his fleet. The Covenant and Mandalorian fleet, surprised to be attacked from two sides, fought to decide how to defend against two fleets that now outnumbered them by a two-to-one margin.
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*** UIAV Vader's Fist, Sargasso Outpost ***
"Did you prep the correct one, this time?" Vader asked. "Remember, I now fly the modified TIE Defender."
*** DMCS Indari, Sargasso Outpost ***
"All ships, lock your targets, fire on my command," Drake commanded his fleet. The Covenant and Mandalorian fleet, surprised to be attacked from two sides, fought to decide how to defend against two fleets that now outnumbered them by a two-to-one margin.
"yeah of course I did." Ahsoka responded.
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"Very well," Vader said. "Admiral Piett, begin launching our fighter squadrons."
"Yes, sir," Piett responded, turning to pass on the orders. Vader looked to Ahsoka. "Are you going to be joining us in the battle?"
*** DMCS Indari, Sargasso Outpost ***
"What are they waiting for?" one of the bridge crew on Drake's ship asked.
"Sir, fleet reports they have targets locked, and are ready to fire," Comms reported.
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"Very well," Vader said. "Admiral Piett, begin launching our fighter squadrons."
"Yes, sir," Piett responded, turning to pass on the orders. Vader looked to Ahsoka. "Are you going to be joining us in the battle?"
*** DMCS Indari, Sargasso Outpost ***
"What are they waiting for?" one of the bridge crew on Drake's ship asked.
"Sir, fleet reports they have targets locked, and are ready to fire," Comms reported.
"No, I think i'll let the two guys with 'Sky' in their name do the flying this time besides someoen has to watch and make sure R5 doesn't fry all the systems again." Ahsoka responded.
--- Two tailed Cruiser battlegroup command ship Azure Kitsune ---
A vixen obsereved the battle field turning to her helmsmen "Do the observers have lock on the targets?" She askwed
"Yes ma'am!" the helmsmen responded.
"Tactical let's show them the teeth of the kitsune!"
With that all three of the Cruisers began firing their weapons Missle launchers beam and standard laser turrets soon filled the vacuum of space between them and the Covenant and Mandalorian ships being careful of their fire to not hit any allies.
- UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ----
"On another note , Saraabi, would you decline to me giving you a full physical exam?" Krystal asked.
Celina shivered and giggled at the mention of "full Physical" from her mother.
---- Dragon'taan---
"Well it was nice to meet you ,sir, but I have something i need to get to, stay safe." Lupe said before walking away from the Mr.handy, actually having a job she needed to get to.
-- Tatoonie, Mos Eisley ---
A Gold humanoid droid walked about in the sands of the dune seas of Tatoonie heading into the city followed by a white round dome headed R2 unit. "I don't know how you , Master Anakin or Master Luke talk me into these things." The golden Droid complained. "I Swear ever since you met that CH 10P has had a bad influence on you!"
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(Sorry I was busy doing other things, I think I'll finally join in now :P )
*** Capital of OKB Zero, Katorga ***
The office was cold and dark, five generals stood in-front of Irinushka's desk.
"S-sir... Reports have shown that we've lost all six planets that we controlled. From the sanctions that where put on us, we couldn't maintain power in them. We had no other choice but to pull out."
Irinushka sat silently, he smiled and began to speak, "No worry's my friends, we'll get them back. All in good time... All in good time."
The generals gave out a sigh of relief and exited the room. Irinushka sat in silence as he stared at a map of the solar system.
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Luke frowned. "What do you mean, 'again'? When did--"
"Sir! The NCC ships are firing!" one of the crewmen proclaimed as the NCC Kitsune Cruisers began firing. Anakin and Luke left the bridge to board their fighters - Vader getting into his red-striped TIE Defender, Luke in his Red-striped T-65 X-Wing. The fighters then took off, as the UIA warships began making for the enemy lines.
*** DMCS Indari, Sargasso Outpost ***
"Admiral! The NCC ships are firing!" one of Drake's bridge crew reported.
"Dammit," Drake cursed. "All ships, open fire!" The DMC fleet and all associated ships opened up on the Covenant and Mandalorian ships, sending a mass of Mass Driver slugs, varying missiles, and varying torpedoes downrange.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Uh... okay, I guess," Saraabi responded. Noticing Celina giggle, she looked to her and asked, "What's so funny?"
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Luke frowned. "What do you mean, 'again'? When did--"
"Sir! The NCC ships are firing!" one of the crewmen proclaimed as the NCC Kitsune Cruisers began firing. Anakin and Luke left the bridge to board their fighters - Vader getting into his red-striped TIE Defender, Luke in his Red-striped T-65 X-Wing. The fighters then took off, as the UIA warships began making for the enemy lines.
*** DMCS Indari, Sargasso Outpost ***
"Admiral! The NCC ships are firing!" one of Drake's bridge crew reported.
"Dammit," Drake cursed. "All ships, open fire!" The DMC fleet and all associated ships opened up on the Covenant and Mandalorian ships, sending a mass of Mass Driver slugs, varying missiles, and varying torpedoes downrange.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Uh... okay, I guess," Saraabi responded. Noticing Celina giggle, she looked to her and asked, "What's so funny?"
"Hmm if you go you'll see, mom's uhh Physical's can be... I think the best way to describe it is odd."
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Scotty scanned the 2 heat signatures on the other side of the blast door which were holding am unloaded shotgun and a stick, and he took out his utility laser and overloaded it to be able to shoot clean through the door, he then aimed and yelled out, "Laser ready! FIRE!", Scotty then shot 4 rays of high-powered laser at the 2 assailants, shooting out their weapons and cutting the homemade grenade off of one of them, it rolling off into an open vent in the building.
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Scotty scanned the 2 heat signatures on the other side of the blast door which were holding am unloaded shotgun and a stick, and he took out his utility laser and overloaded it to be able to shoot clean through the door, he then aimed and yelled out, "Laser ready! FIRE!", Scotty then shot 4 rays of high-powered laser at the 2 assailants, shooting out their weapons and cutting the homemade grenade off of one of them, it rolling off into an open vent in the building.
The two crimnlas still scared still ,by the large Tiger didn't move, Tigress however kicked the grenade out the door into the open parking lot, before arresting the two would-be robbers. "I had it covered ,but thanks for the help." Tigress said, signaling her Assistant Keri to call the local MP.
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Scotty did a salute with his laser, "Anytime madam! But after you are done with these 2 hooligans, could I get some weaponry assistance? My captain has given me the responsibility of repairing his ship, and the weapons were one of the things I couldn't repair, that and the thrusters."
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Scotty did a salute with his laser, "Anytime madam! But after you are done with these 2 hooligans, could I get some weaponry assistance? My captain has given me the responsibility of repairing his ship, and the weapons were one of the things I couldn't repair, that and the thrusters."
"Huh? My drones didn't fix the weapons?" Tigress asked.
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Scotty lowered his laser to a resting position, "No, they didn't, the stupid coffee pot AI on the ship insulted them, and I don't know how, and they refused to finish with the ship, so they left a gas leak on the ship, they left the power on overdrive and almost cased the ship to explode again, so I fixed those parts but the weapons were too unique that they weren't in my database... So I'm putting that coffee pot in deep storage when I get back, but I need those weapons before I leave."
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A couple MPS came and took the two away.. "A coffee pot?" Tigress asked bewildered. "Guess I'll have to fix it manually, Show me the way." The large tiger sighed
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"Yeah, the captain purposefully made the AI for the coffee pot when he was on a longterm job, due to that he loaded the thing up with special chemicals that would enhance his abilities, but besides that, follow me.", Scotty lead the way to the Draconis, rounding the corner to the ship, comically massive guns on the sides, which looked like massive Gatling guns, "There they are, but be careful with them, they possess an infinite ammo source that if damaged, could cause a blackout for, I'd say, maybe a few years... Y'know, that might be the other reason why your bots didn't want to try and fix them."
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"Yeah, the captain purposefully made the AI for the coffee pot when he was on a longterm job, due to that he loaded the thing up with special chemicals that would enhance his abilities, but besides that, follow me.", Scotty lead the way to the Draconis, rounding the corner to the ship, comically massive guns on the sides, which looked like massive Gatling guns, "There they are, but be careful with them, they possess an infinite ammo source that if damaged, could cause a blackout for, I'd say, maybe a few years... Y'know, that might be the other reason why your bots didn't want to try and fix them."
"Shouldn't be too hard." Tigress replied a toolbox appearing suddenly behind her. "Anything else while i'm here?
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"No, madam, I'm sure I can figure out the thrusters, thank you for doing this, now I'm going to give that cofee pot a beating, call me if you need me.", Scotty then rolled into a ball and rolled into a service hatch on the side of the ship.
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*** Sargasso Outpost ***
The Covenant/Mandalorian fleet lit up as the varied munitions smacked into them, burning craters in hulls blasting decks open. The fighters of all fleets present lit into each other, and the battle began.
*** Mos Eisely Cantina, Tatooine ***
A Desert Fox, dressed in Mandalorian armor, sat at a table in the Mos Eisely Cantina, sipping on his drink with his helmet sitting on the table. At his hip was a heavily-modified blaster of Mandalorian design.
Cassus Ordo didn't often come to Tatooine, but this time was because of a bounty. So far, the trail had run cold; so, if only to cool off and take a break, Cassus was here in the Cantina sipping on a cold drink.
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Mos Eisley spaceport, Docking bay 34.
An odd redesign of the YT-1300 freighter had just landed in the docking bay, ramp lowering revealing it's captain a quiet interesting looking Grey wolf walked down the ramp and headed towards the local Cantina.
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam looked behind himself to see what was up. Then he saw the general. "Whoa! I didn't see you coming!" he proclaimed, "But where are my manners? Captain Fayam Aerial, Bounty Hunter. I've come to gather info about..." He took a note and looked at it. "Oh, right! The prophets of Revenge, Vengeance and Retribution, who are held suspect by the coalition for masterminding the attack on this planet," he read from it.
*Dragon'taan Orbit Station*
Anna looked at the mechanic, and said: "Great! Thanks for letting me know. And for the rest there's nothing else I have for you." She nodded once and made her way to Faith. There she informed the gunslinger about the changes.
*Corneria*
The robot retracted his weaponry and looked at the traveller. It said in its monotonous voice: "I AM THE GUARDIAN ROBOT OF PHARMACIST DR. MARY LOVE," and pointed at the shop it was sent from.
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General Anna raised her eyebrows. "Is that right?" she asked. "Well, we can use all the help we can get. You get involved in taking those three down, you still get the bounty. But if you want in on that action before it's gone, you best high-tail it to Outpost 'Mantakar. At last report, my husband is still there. Just tell him his wife sent you if he gives you any lip about it."
*** Corneria ***
The tiger looked between the shop and the robot. "Is Dr. Mary in today?" he asked.
*** Mos Eisely Cantina, Tatooine ***
Cassus continued to cool off and sip on his drink, waiting for his food.
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General Anna raised her eyebrows. "Is that right?" she asked. "Well, we can use all the help we can get. You get involved in taking those three down, you still get the bounty. But if you want in on that action before it's gone, you best high-tail it to Outpost 'Mantakar. At last report, my husband is still there. Just tell him his wife sent you if he gives you any lip about it."
*** Corneria ***
The tiger looked between the shop and the robot. "Is Dr. Mary in today?" he asked.
*** Mos Eisely Cantina, Tatooine ***
Cassus continued to cool off and sip on his drink, waiting for his food.
--- Sargasso space zone, DMC Indari ---
"Something doesn't feel right." Amie muttered.
---Tatoonie, Mos Eisley Cantina ---
An Armored grey she-wolf walked into the Cantina scowl on her furry wolf muzzle as she stepped inside glaring at various patrons, especially to those who gave her dirty looks, as she looked for an empty table.
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"What do you sense?" Drake asked, his attention primarily focused on the battle.
*** Mos Eisely Cantina, Tatooine ***
Cassus was finally brought his food, and immediately dug in. Looking up, he noticed the armored she-wolf arriving.
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"What do you sense?" Drake asked, his attention primarily focused on the battle.
*** Mos Eisely Cantina, Tatooine ***
Cassus was finally brought his food, and immediately dug in. Looking up, he noticed the armored she-wolf arriving.
"I don't know ,but something... hiding..." Amie replied.
--- Mos Eisley Cantina ---
The grey furred She-wolf, sat down at an empty table and waited to be served, pulling her communication device off her belt.
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"Cloaked?" Drake asked as he watched the Covenant ships get pounded. The Mandalorian ships' attention, strangely enough, was on the UIA fleet bearing down on them.
*** Mos Eisely Cantina, Tatooine ***
Oddly enough the table the she-wolf sat down at was the one next to Cassus. "On the run, or hunting a bounty?" he asked brazenly.
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"Cloaked?" Drake asked as he watched the Covenant ships get pounded. The Mandalorian ships' attention, strangely enough, was on the UIA fleet bearing down on them.
*** Mos Eisely Cantina, Tatooine ***
Oddly enough the table the she-wolf sat down at was the one next to Cassus. "On the run, or hunting a bounty?" he asked brazenly.
No i think their hiding in the asteroid field.
--Mos Eisley Cantina ---
"Neither..." Lupe replied simply a little annoyed for some odd reason, crossing her leg over the other as she sat down to relax and looked at the time display on her wrist.
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"Got a date or something?" Cassus asked. He paused, then chuckled in introduction, "Where are my manners? Name's Ordo... Cassus Ordo, of the Mandalorian Clan Ordo."
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"Lupe Tiber, and you could say that, though I don't think Droids are a very good date." The grey she-wolf sighed.
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*** Capital of OKB Zero, Katorga ***
"Sir! We our running out of supplies. Ever since we lost the planets we had under our control, our economy has plummeted to the bottom! You have to open up trade, we can't live without allies."
Irinushka nodded his head, he looked up at his officers around the round table, "Your right. We can't live like this anymore, we need to open up trade."
His officers all stood up and left the room, one of them made his way towards Irinushka and asked, "Shall I send out the messages?"
Irinushka replied, "Yes."
--------Telegram for all---------
By order of Irinushka Anochia, we are opening up trade. With the recent government sanctions put on us, we would like to turn our reputation from being a hostile planet to a friendly planet. If you accept this offer to trade with us, please send us back a notification that you are. Thank you.
Signed: Major Pliskin
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"Lupe Tiber?" Cassus asked, a bit taken aback. "The agent of the Marauder Corps Intelligence Branch? Or am I thinking of someone else?"
*** Qo'nos ***
Though primitive, Chancellor of the Klingon Empire - Chancellor J'mpok, received the telegram message, and managed to respond:
"Major Pliskin, this is Chancellor J'mpok of the Klingon Empire. I regret this message has taken this long to reach you, as I am only just now becoming aware of it. We of the Klingon Empire would be delighted to open up trade to your world. We are sending the first of our trade ships to your world, but they will be under escort, per protocol upon entering new territory. Please do not be alarmed - as I said, it is standard protocol. After all, we know nothing of the area in which you reside.
Signed,
J'mpok, Chancellor of the Klingon Empire"
*** New Romulus ***
Just as the Klingons sent their message, the Romulans sent their own:
"Major Pliskin,
This is President D'Tan of the Romulan Republic. We are delighted to open up trade to your world, and look forward to the opportunities. The first of our trade ships are getting underway as this message is being sent - however, we must send a small escort with them to ensure safety, as the territory you reside in is unfamiliar to us. Please, do not be alarmed - the Romulan Republic wishes no malice to you, and we have no reason to attack you. That said, I feel it prudent to warn you to be on the lookout for our imperialist cousins, the Romulans under the command of Empress Sela and the Tal Shiar. If we got your message, they may have gotten it, too.
Signed,
President D'Tan, Romulan Republic"
(This gives me an idea, MetalGearStowe. If you are interested, PM me and we can discuss details.)
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"Lupe Tiber?" Cassus asked, a bit taken aback. "The agent of the Marauder Corps Intelligence Branch? Or am I thinking of someone else?"
*** Qo'nos ***
Though primitive, Chancellor of the Klingon Empire - Chancellor J'mpok, received the telegram message, and managed to respond:
"Major Pliskin, this is Chancellor J'mpok of the Klingon Empire. I regret this message has taken this long to reach you, as I am only just now becoming aware of it. We of the Klingon Empire would be delighted to open up trade to your world. We are sending the first of our trade ships to your world, but they will be under escort, per protocol upon entering new territory. Please do not be alarmed - as I said, it is standard protocol. After all, we know nothing of the area in which you reside.
Signed,
J'mpok, Chancellor of the Klingon Empire"
*** New Romulus ***
Just as the Klingons sent their message, the Romulans sent their own:
"Major Pliskin,
This is President D'Tan of the Romulan Republic. We are delighted to open up trade to your world, and look forward to the opportunities. The first of our trade ships are getting underway as this message is being sent - however, we must send a small escort with them to ensure safety, as the territory you reside in is unfamiliar to us. Please, do not be alarmed - the Romulan Republic wishes no malice to you, and we have no reason to attack you. That said, I feel it prudent to warn you to be on the lookout for our imperialist cousins, the Romulans under the command of Empress Sela and the Tal Shiar. If we got your message, they may have gotten it, too.
Signed,
President D'Tan, Romulan Republic"
(This gives me an idea, MetalGearStowe. If you are interested, PM me and we can discuss details.)
"How do you know that?" Lupe asked , getting even more on edge now than before, shifting her sitting position.
Dragon'taan, Midnight Vixen's HQ. "Kyle, this is Ambre, we're getting a lot of comm traffic from Qo'nos, and New Romulus, heading towards a formerly hostile planet known as OKB Zero." The white vixen noted over a secure line, to the high general and fowarded to the Lord-Admiral.
--- UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ---
"Hmm what do you make of this, Mom , Dad?" Celina asked looking at the recently received message..
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*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
Markus walked over beside Celina and looked over the message. Markus frowned. "That's a new one on me," he commented.
*** OKB Zero Orbit ***
In the quiet of orbit, a single ship dropped out of warp ( http://theinfininte.wdfiles.com/local--files/romulan-d-deridex-class-warbird/stti_dderidex.jpg (http://theinfininte.wdfiles.com/local--files/romulan-d-deridex-class-warbird/stti_dderidex.jpg) ). Upon dropping out of warp speed, the ship immediately shimmered and vanished in what sensors would briefly record as an energy surge, before both the surge and the ship vanished from sensors.
Moments later, a trio of warships dropped out of warp, these ships of a completely different origin. One was blocky in shape ( http://www.ex-astris-scientia.org/schematics/klingon-freighter.jpg (http://www.ex-astris-scientia.org/schematics/klingon-freighter.jpg) ), and the other two looked substantially more militant in design ( http://www.startrekdesktopwallpaper.com/new_wallpaper/Star_Trek_KlingonVorcha_AttackCruiser2_freecomputerdesktopwallpaper_1920.jpg (http://www.startrekdesktopwallpaper.com/new_wallpaper/Star_Trek_KlingonVorcha_AttackCruiser2_freecomputerdesktopwallpaper_1920.jpg) ).
A few more moments later, three more ships appeared, but bearing resemblance to the ship that disappeared. Two were freighters ( http://gaming.trekcore.com/starfleetcommand3/ships/romulanfreighter.jpg (http://gaming.trekcore.com/starfleetcommand3/ships/romulanfreighter.jpg) ), while the last one was significantly larger than the one who'd come before (http://images-cdn.perfectworld.com/www/dc/41/dc41690557b2e82eec16ee529ac1eae71368125170.jpg (http://images-cdn.perfectworld.com/www/dc/41/dc41690557b2e82eec16ee529ac1eae71368125170.jpg) ).
Both groups signaled they had arrived with food, water, and medical supplies, and offered advanced communications systems access to contact the representatives of the Klingon and Romulan factions.
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Krystal walked over to Markus.... "Hmm think we should help?" Krystal asked.
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*** Capital of OKB Zero, Katorga ***
"Sir, ships have appeared outside of our orbit. It seems to be the trade ships we called out." An officer said to Irinushka.
Irinushka smiled and stood up, "Wonderful! Maybe they have some kind of commander on board, we should invite them to our country!"
His officer stood in silence and replied, "You want to invite them into the capital?"
Irinushka laughed, "Of course! It's the best I could do! Someone give me that old transmitter!"
-----Transmission to all trade ships-----
Hello! Welcome to OKB Zero! Thank you for accepting are trade request! If you have some kind of commander or leader on your ship we would love to sit down with them and chat! Please contact us back.
Signed Irinushka Anochia
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Opening a joint channel, the commanders of both groups hailed Irinushka. The Klingon commander spoke first. "Mister Anochia, I am Commander T'tocS of the Klingon Defense Force, representing the interests of the Klingon Empire. The Romulan with me is Subadmiral Temer of the Romulan Republic. May we beam down directly to your location?"
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Nah, the KDF and the RRF have that well in hand," Markus responded. "We have other concerns."
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"Like?" Krystal and Celina asked simultaneously
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Opening a joint channel, the commanders of both groups hailed Irinushka. The Klingon commander spoke first. "Mister Anochia, I am Commander T'tocS of the Klingon Defense Force, representing the interests of the Klingon Empire. The Romulan with me is Subadmiral Temer of the Romulan Republic. May we beam down directly to your location?"
Irinushka replied, "I don't see why not."
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam sighed: "Well, I just came from there! But anyway, I'll, uh, might as well check it out." He gave a slight bow and left for the spaceport.
*Dragon'taan Orbital Station*
The gunslinger reacted calmly. "This isn't the first time I've controlled those. No prob." Anna reached out to the docks. "Anna to Orbital Station, Faith is leaving."
*Corneria*
The robot did not have the tech to look, or sound, surprised. Still, it responded: "AS USUAL, SIR. DR. LOVE IS ALWAYS PRESENT EXEPT FOR SUNDAYS. THEN WE ROBOTS HAVE THE ENTIRE STORE FOR OURSELVES, IN A MANNER OF SPEAKING. ANYWAY, IN FACT, IT WAS DR. LOVE THAT SENT ME."
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*** OKB Zero ***
If Irinushka would look to the center of his room, he would see a bright light as two beings materialized before him - one wore a brown leather uniform with spiked shoulders; the other wore a green uniform that looked like a dress uniform. The Romulan - the one in the green uniform - spoke first: "I imagine you are Mister Anochia," he said.
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Station ***
"Copy, Faith, you are cleared for departure," Control responded.
*** Corneria ***
"May I speak with Dr. Love?" the traveler asked.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Like this campaign against--" Markus started.
"Lord-Admiral," Comms interrupted, "Message from General Kyle - he wants the Coalition to move to assist Drake; seems the Mandalorians are involved with the Covenant. The UIA is already present, but the Mandalorians sent for reinforcements."
"Dammit, I was afraid of this," Markus cursed. He sat down gruffly in his seat. "All Coalition forces, move to reinforce Admiral Drake. Set course and engage at will."
The Thermopylae, with the Coalition fleet around it, went to FTL speed, headed for the Sargasso Outpost.
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*** OKB Zero ***
If Irinushka would look to the center of his room, he would see a bright light as two beings materialized before him - one wore a brown leather uniform with spiked shoulders; the other wore a green uniform that looked like a dress uniform. The Romulan - the one in the green uniform - spoke first: "I imagine you are Mister Anochia," he said.
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Station ***
"Copy, Faith, you are cleared for departure," Control responded.
*** Corneria ***
"May I speak with Dr. Love?" the traveler asked.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Like this campaign against--" Markus started.
"Lord-Admiral," Comms interrupted, "Message from General Kyle - he wants the Coalition to move to assist Drake; seems the Mandalorians are involved with the Covenant. The UIA is already present, but the Mandalorians sent for reinforcements."
"Dammit, I was afraid of this," Markus cursed. He sat down gruffly in his seat. "All Coalition forces, move to reinforce Admiral Drake. Set course and engage at will."
The Thermopylae, with the Coalition fleet around it, went to FTL speed, headed for the Sargasso Outpost.
"What already, whats going on?" Krystal asked, "I'm calling in a couple favors to help us then." Krystal replied, getting a encrypted message from Lupe "Great now what."
--- Mos Eisley Cantina, Tantoonie ---
"Your telling me that the Trade federation is back, How?"
"I dunno, but R2 says the chances are,." The gold droid turned to the blue and white Astromech, which beeped in responce.
"Never tell me the odds!" Lupe spoke up before the golden humanoid of a droid could respond, placing her hand onto her head. "I just hope the General gets my message quick enough, "Common!' The she-wolf growed , getting up from her seat and grabbing the goldend droid by the arm who yelped as he was grabbed and pulled away.
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Irinushka shot up from his desk and scooted towards the two. He outstretched his hand and smiled, "Yes, I am Irinushka Anochia! Pleasure to meet you two." Around the officer was a large row of paintings of other leaders. Dimitri Anochia, Vladimir Anochia, Anton Anochia, and the last one Yuri Anochia, the father of Irinushka Anochia. it also seemed to be the most grandest, like the people of Anochia loved him a lot.
Three armed guards (Uniforms they are wearing https://survivalist.files.wordpress.com/2013/03/russian_paratroopers_2005.jpg (https://survivalist.files.wordpress.com/2013/03/russian_paratroopers_2005.jpg)) stood near the doors at attention.
*** OKB Zero ***
If Irinushka would look to the center of his room, he would see a bright light as two beings materialized before him - one wore a brown leather uniform with spiked shoulders; the other wore a green uniform that looked like a dress uniform. The Romulan - the one in the green uniform - spoke first: "I imagine you are Mister Anochia," he said.
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"Now, help us understand - we brought food, water, and medical supplies, but my Klingon colleague was wondering what other aid you might need," Temer said.
"The Klingon Empire is always looking for new friends, but if we are to be such, we must know exactly what has been going on here and how we might--" T'tocS started. He was cut off when Temer's communicator beeped.
"Temer here," he responded.
"Subadmiral... we're getting some odd readings here in orbit," Temer's subordinate reported. "Tachyon emission I've not seen before."
Temer frowned, then looked to Irinushka. "Mean anything to you?" he asked.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, In-Transit to Sargasso Outpost ***
"Whatever you intend to do, do it quickly - we hit Sargasso in seven minutes," Markus stated. "Celina, strap yourself in. This is gonna get ugly."
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Irinushka shook his head, "No, all of our ships have been grounded. We shouldn't have any thing up there."
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"Do a tachyon burst, see if that clears it," Temer ordered his subordinate. After a moment, the subordinate's voice came over the communicator, clearly alarmed.
Subadmiral, we have a cloaked Warbird here in orbit! Repeat, there is a cloaked D'Deridex Warbird, Imperial IFF Tags! He's making for the edge of the system!"
T'tocS frowned slightly. "I'm surprised they didn't try anything," he commented.
"If there was an Romulan Imperial Warbird here, and he was cloaked," Temer explained to Irinushka, "They were likely monitoring you. It's your call; let him go, or destroy him. Either way, this will be just the beginning."
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Irinushka gestured to one of his officers standing in the corner. He walked up to Irinushka and began to whisper in another language. Irinushka then looked at the two, he smiled and his yellow teeth showed, "Follow the ship, then we board it. We will teach them not to mess with the UUOA." He leaned back in his chair, "All we need you to do is follow it, then once my fleet comes in you can leave and we can take care of the rest."
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"Now, help us understand - we brought food, water, and medical supplies, but my Klingon colleague was wondering what other aid you might need," Temer said.
"The Klingon Empire is always looking for new friends, but if we are to be such, we must know exactly what has been going on here and how we might--" T'tocS started. He was cut off when Temer's communicator beeped.
"Temer here," he responded.
"Subadmiral... we're getting some odd readings here in orbit," Temer's subordinate reported. "Tachyon emission I've not seen before."
Temer frowned, then looked to Irinushka. "Mean anything to you?" he asked.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, In-Transit to Sargasso Outpost ***
"Whatever you intend to do, do it quickly - we hit Sargasso in seven minutes," Markus stated. "Celina, strap yourself in. This is gonna get ugly."
"They'll meet with us there, Markus, but i have something reguarding the reinforcements that the Mandalorians are calling in." Krystal noted.
Celina nodded and sat down in a chair. "it's not like I'm 10 anymore, Dad!"
--- Dragon'taan, Indari manor--
A Vixen wearing clone commando armor akin to the republic's Fixer Clone commando from the old delta squadron, stepped up to the front Gate of the Indari manor and tapped on the intercom.
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"What is it?" Markus asked.
*** OKB Zero Orbit ***
"Pursue that ship, do not let it escape!" Temer commanded his subordinate. In his native tongue, T'tocS commanded the same of his ships. The Romulan Imperial Warbird would find that it was being pursued by three ships as it fled orbit.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus answered the intercom. "Yes?" he greeted.
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"The Trade Federation is somehow reborn and will be reinforcing the Mandalorians with slightly upgraded droids.
--- Dragon'taan ---
"I heard there was a bunch of jedi masters that lived here... I wish to train in the ways of the force." Fixel replied... "I thought one of you could help me."
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*Outer space*
Fayam went back to the Outpost he just came from, grumbling.
*Dragon'taan Orbital Station*
Anna undocked Faith and planned on chasing some pirates to test the new weaponry out.
*Corneria*
The robot looked to the traveller. It said: "UMM... YOU DO KNOW HOW A PHARMACIST WORKS, RIGHT? ANYONE CAN POP IN ANYTIME DURING OPENING HOURS." After saying that it went back inside. "Good job," it got from Mary.
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*** OKB Zero Orbit ***
"Pursue that ship, do not let it escape!" Temer commanded his subordinate. In his native tongue, T'tocS commanded the same of his ships. The Romulan Imperial Warbird would find that it was being pursued by three ships as it fled orbit.
Irinushka pounded his fist onto the table and screamed in his native language, "Board that ship and kill everyone!" The three guards that where in the room nodded there heads and ran off, in the hanger large ships (http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-IijTNfNe6V4/UOxwz-qOEKI/AAAAAAAANZw/HCDoMETsyeM/s1600/DSCF3505.jpg) began to fly into orbit they found the Romulan Imperial Warbird and began to move closer and closer until it got near it to board.
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*** OKB Zero ***
The Romulan and Klingon ships chased the Imperial Warbird, and when they were in range, decided to lend a helping hand - the Romulan Republic Warbird snared the Imperial Warbird in a tractor beam, while the two Klingon cruisers fired Mag Pulse torpedoes that fried the ship's weapons.
*** Corneria ***
The young tiger walked into the pharmacy, looking around with a hand on a holstered disruptor. "Anyone home?" he asked.
*** Indari Manor grounds, Dragon'taan ***
There was no verbal response to Fixel's request, but the gate opened, a clear invitation.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Sargasso Outpost ***
The Coalition fleet dropped out of FTL speed at the Sargasso Outpost to an already heated battle underway. "Uncle Markus, glad you could join us," came Drake's remark over the radio.
"Mind if we 'cut in', Drake?" Markus asked.
Drake audibly chuckled, then responded, "They might."
"All Coalition Forces, this is Lord-Admiral Tokarev - move to engage," Markus commanded. Krystal's console would soon start beeping, indicating multiple vessels approaching at light speed.
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"Markus, We've got multiple ships approaching at light speed towards out position, and not through subspace so their not my ships!" Krystal blurted out.
" Dad, mom I've got a lot of subspace signatures right on our aft side!" Celina noted.
"Bout time they got here." Krystal grumbled.
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*** OKB Zero ***
The Romulan and Klingon ships chased the Imperial Warbird, and when they were in range, decided to lend a helping hand - the Romulan Republic Warbird snared the Imperial Warbird in a tractor beam, while the two Klingon cruisers fired Mag Pulse torpedoes that fried the ship's weapons.
Once the UUOA space craft got close enough, small pods (http://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/memoryalpha/images/e/e5/Delta_Flyer_escape_pod_CGI_model.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20110514103404&path-prefix=en) flew out and crashed into the sides of the ship, each pod held up to 15 men. (http://i.imgur.com/hoxXoE9.jpg)
There objective was to find the leader of the ship and capture them. Anyone who tried to stop them would be killed. Age, gender, race didn't matter to them, they would carry out there mission and do what was necessary to complete it.
Around this part of the galaxy, the people knew that the UUOA had some of the best ground forces, but it was common knowledge that there space crafts and space combat was one of the worst. But once they had troops on the ground they knew that it was a matter of time until they destroyed everything in there path.
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*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam came back to the Outpost. "Fayam to Outpost 'Mantakar, requesting information about the three prophets. General Anna Indari sent me."
*Outer Space*
Anna set course for Outpost 'Mantakar as well, to give the new weaponry a whirl against pirates. She knew she wasn't piloting a battleship, but she thought it'd come through.
*Corneria*
Mary stood behind the counter, and a domestic robot was sweeping the pathways. "Welcome to Love Pharmacists! ...Oh! It's you," Mary greeted cheerfully, "I'm Dr. Mary Love! Well, if it wasn't for my intervention you'd be in a lot of trouble, wouldn't you? You'd need my medicines then." She giggled. She was known to be warm and spontaneous.
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*** Corneria ***
"Yeah, thanks for that," the traveler said, his hand dropping away from his weapon. "Name's Priznat... Jason Priznat. Look, I'll be blunt - I was supposed to be meeting my girlfriend in a local cafe, but I kinda got lost. Any idea which direction the Weary Traveler Cafe is in?"
*** OKB Zero Orbit ***
The troops boarding the Romulan Warbird would not find the crew so easily taken down - but, regardless, there were only so many crewmen aboard the Warbird and too many boarding troops. The XO of the Romulan Republic Warbird radioed in: "Commander Kaol to Boarding paries - do you require assistance querying the Warbird's computers?"
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
Consistent with Krystal's announcement, a small fleet of Trade Federation warships dropped out of hyperspace.
"Great - all forces, we have some uninvited guests arriving! They're not transmitting IFF tags, consider them hostile!" Drake commanded. The Indari shuddered as it's shields took the brunt of another small salvo of missiles. "Report!"
"Shields are holding at 86%!" Announced Tactical. The Coalition forces moved in as this was said, and took the pressure off the beleaguered DMC forces fighting the Covenant and Mandalorian ships. The UIA forces refocused on the Trade Federation ships in an attempt to keep them from blindsiding the DMC and Coalition forces.
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Along with the Coalition fleet 6 Kitsune (http://i.imgur.com/UZS3CFT.png) cruisers, 2 Aurora class destroyers, followed along firing their weapons into the Combined Covenant, Mandalorain, Federation mess.
"What the heck is the federation doing here?" KRystal asked "Well they better kiss their trade franchises and droids goodbye." She added
--- Dragon'taan, InDari manor ---
Fixel stepped up to the porch of the Manor, taking her helmet off and standing near the front door.
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The troops boarding the Romulan Warbird would not find the crew so easily taken down - but, regardless, there were only so many crewmen aboard the Warbird and too many boarding troops. The XO of the Romulan Republic Warbird radioed in: "Commander Kaol to Boarding paries - do you require assistance querying the Warbird's computers?"
A voice radioed back to Kaol, he had what sounded like a thick eastern European accent, "Negative! We have reached the command center of the ship though! We will be proceeding into it and eliminating all threats!" The radio cut off, "Men! Get ready to breach this room!" Around 35 UUOA soldiers sat at the door waiting for it to blow open. Once the door blew up they all rushed in and began to attack, they carefully fired so that they wouldn't accidentally hit the commander of the ship.
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*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam tried contacting the outpost again: "Fayam to 'Mantakar, do you read me?" He muttered to himself: "Fortunately it's not my radio this time..."
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Anna also arrived at the outpost. She kept a close eye on the radar, hoping to spot pirates.
*Corneria*
Maria looked at Jason. "Well, Jason, the 'Weary Traveler' is... unfortunatly not known to me. I never go there." She stopped and looked at him with her brown eyes for a few moments. "Although... I believe it was somewhere near this city's centre," she continued, "But that's all I know."
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Fayam, this is General Kyle Indari of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps," responded Kyle's voice over the radio. "I read you. I apologize for not responding sooner, as I was monitoring the radio traffic from my son and my brother-in-law. How can I help?"
*** OKB Zero Orbit ***
The Commander of the Romulan Imperial Warbird was screwed, and he knew it. He didn't even put up a fight, but spat at his captors, "I don't know what you intend to accomplish, but the Tal Shiar will not let this go lightly!"
*** Corneria ***
"Just my luck," Jason grumbled. "Well, thanks." He tapped a few buttons on his bracer and spoke, seemingly to no one in particular, "Priznat to the Assassin - I'm done with the walking; need a site-to-site transport."
"Negative, commander," responded a gruff voice. "Something near your location is scattering the signal - we can't get a lock on you."
Jason frowned in concern. He looked to Maria. "Mean anything to you?" he asked.
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
"They, too, will be lambs to the slaughter," Markus said.
The battle raged for what seemed hours, but eventually, the combined might of the UAC, UIF, and DMC and allied forces pushed the Covenant, Mandalorian, and Federation forces into retreat. As the ships went to light speed, Markus commanded, "Track them! Their ion trail may tell us where they're heading!"
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*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam sighed. "Oh, ok. I request information on the three prophets. Your wife Anna has sent me, telling me I should find you out. According to her you're able to tell me more."
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
The second commander also stared at the radar. "Nothing yet, captain. Perhaps they're not here right now. Although there is one battleship I can't get my eyes away from."
*Corneria*
Mary looked surprised. "Well," she started, "I do have three robots in service. Perhaps they're the cause." She pointed to the domestic robots cleaning and stocking the store. "That's two of them. The third, my guard, you've already met."
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*** OKB Zero Orbit ***
The Commander of the Romulan Imperial Warbird was screwed, and he knew it. He didn't even put up a fight, but spat at his captors, "I don't know what you intend to accomplish, but the Tal Shiar will not let this go lightly!"
The UUOA Commander made his way towards the Romulan Commander and grabbed him by the collar, "We have some questions for you once we get back to base." He let him go and gestured towards two people to take him back to the main ship.
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Fayam, this is General Kyle Indari of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps," responded Kyle's voice over the radio. "I read you. I apologize for not responding sooner, as I was monitoring the radio traffic from my son and my brother-in-law. How can I help?"
*** OKB Zero Orbit ***
The Commander of the Romulan Imperial Warbird was screwed, and he knew it. He didn't even put up a fight, but spat at his captors, "I don't know what you intend to accomplish, but the Tal Shiar will not let this go lightly!"
*** Corneria ***
"Just my luck," Jason grumbled. "Well, thanks." He tapped a few buttons on his bracer and spoke, seemingly to no one in particular, "Priznat to the Assassin - I'm done with the walking; need a site-to-site transport."
"Negative, commander," responded a gruff voice. "Something near your location is scattering the signal - we can't get a lock on you."
Jason frowned in concern. He looked to Maria. "Mean anything to you?" he asked.
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
"They, too, will be lambs to the slaughter," Markus said.
The battle raged for what seemed hours, but eventually, the combined might of the UAC, UIF, and DMC and allied forces pushed the Covenant, Mandalorian, and Federation forces into retreat. As the ships went to light speed, Markus commanded, "Track them! Their ion trail may tell us where they're heading!"
"Their heading towards Titania, Markus." Krystal said "Calm down."
--- DMC Indari ---
"Why do they alwasy run?" Amie asked herself outloud.
--- Dragon'taan ---
Fixel reached up to knock on the door, knocking queietly. "Hello?" She asked.
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*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Sargasso Outpost ***
"Why the hell would they be going to Titania?" Markus mused.
*** DMCS Indari, Sargasso Outpost ***
"Like I know," Drake scoffed. "At any rate, Uncle Markus will likely be tracking them back to wherever it is they're headed. We win the day today."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Faasnu opened the door and greeted Fixel. "I must admit, you picked a hell of a time to stop by," he said. "I don't often get prospective trainees at this hour."
*** OKB Zero Orbit ***
"You will get nothing from me!" The commander shouted as he was taken away.
"Subadmiral Temer to boarding parties, requesting status update," requested Temer.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"I see," Kyle responded. "While I am usually uneasy giving out military intelligence to non-Marauder Corps personnel or those not authorized by myself or DMC Allies, I do know Anna would not have sent you to me if she didn't think you could help." There was a pause before Fayam's computers would receive a transmission containing detailed information on the three San'Shyuum Prophet Hierarchs of the Renewed Covenant - Revenge, Retribution, and Vengeance. "These are the San'Shyuum Prophets, the hierarchs of the Renewed Covenant. They are responsible for multiple attacks on DMC and allied interests, and after the last attack on Dragon'taan, we have decided we have had enough. We are willing to pay good money if anyone brings these Vengeful Prophets to justice - dead or alive. Admittedly, we know little of their current whereabouts, so information that leads to their capture or demise is just as good and pays the same as it would if you nailed them yourself. But be forewarned - at last report, they were outfitting an OAS-class Assault Carrier with stolen Borg Technology. If you go after them on your own, you're in for a helluva fight. If you have any questions before you depart, ask them now - I am getting reports that my son and brother-in-law have secured Sargasso, and have tracked the enemy fleet to Titania... a good place to start looking for information on the Prophets' whereabouts, but you'll need to be subtle there. Which reminds me - does your ship have a cloaking device?"
*** Corneria ***
Jason frowned incredulously. "Your robots put out a transporter-scattering signal?" he asked. "Why? Afraid someone will beam you up against your will in the dead of night?"
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"No idea the planet is less populated than even on of our smaller outpost." Krystal replied. "Perhaps they know of another portal like the one on earth?" The blue vixen shrugged.
--- DMCS Indari ---
"Shouldn't we help?" Amie asked.
--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
"Sorry My timing is off." Fixel apologized.
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*** OKB Zero Orbit ***
"You will get nothing from me!" The commander shouted as he was taken away.
"Subadmiral Temer to boarding parties, requesting status update," requested Temer.
"The commander of the ship has been captured, we are setting explosives in the engine rooms at this moment."
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--- Nirn ---
"So go on, how was it Alduin found you and raised you, did you lose your parents to a Imperial raid or something?" Kyra asked, taking a huge chunk of meat out of the chicken leg in her hand as she bit into the food.
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(Well, since Alex decided to do a timeskip, I suppose I will play along.)
Lokahviing sighed. "It's... not really relevant. Are you sure you want to hear that story?" he asked.
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
With the Covenant and their allies gone, the allied DMC, UAC, UIF, KDF, and RRF went about securing the area and establishing a perimeter. Into their midst came what sensors would record as being a strange reading approaching at the equivelant of one-quarter impulse power. The reading was incredibly faint, and barely registered, of only for a few seconds here and there. None of the forces present seemed to notice this interloper.
And Saraabi preferred it that way. Her ship - the RRW Tanuklanav ( http://orig05.deviantart.net/d7be/f/2013/320/d/9/reman_dreadnought_ortho___rpv_tanuklanav_by_unusualsuspex-d6tectz.jpg (http://orig05.deviantart.net/d7be/f/2013/320/d/9/reman_dreadnought_ortho___rpv_tanuklanav_by_unusualsuspex-d6tectz.jpg) ) slowly crept into the midst of the allied fleets. She had no hostile intent, but merely wished to see if anyone was paying attention to their sensor readouts.
*** OKB Zero ***
"Understood," Temer responded, "But I would respectfully advise you keep the ship - Romulan D'Deridex Warbirds are a rare prize, and it would do far better good for your people to keep the ship you captured and reverse-engineer it, learn to build more, rather than destroy it outright. But that is merely my opinion, Commander."
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KRystal place her hand into her face, thinking for a moment she opened a channel to the nearby two-tailed squadron of Cruisers. "Captain Aran, initiate plan Delta-Pi." Krystal smirked.
The lead Kitsune cruiser, fired a beam at the newly arrived Tanukalnav the beam a low level power draining beam.
'I see you, or more accuratly i feel your presence , Saraabi.' Krystal thought, smirking as she saw the beam fire from the cruiser.
--- Nirn ---
"Unless you have a good book for me to read, no go ahead nothing better to do." Kyra replied.
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The power drain was negligible, and was negated entirely when the Tanuklanav de-cloaked and reversed their shield polarity. Nice try, mom, she thought back. "Attention, Kitsune Cruiser - disengage your power draining beam, you're not having any effect over here; besides, I'm here to help," Saraabi said over the radio.
*** Nirn ***
While waiting for Cecilia, Lokahviing sighed, then explained, "It was a long time ago... my parents came here to Skyrim to escape enslavement by the Dunmer. But they were killed off by Nord radiers shortly after arriving. Alduin... burned the raiders to a crisp for their murders, but took me in as one of his own, seeing that I had no family left. He cared for me, showed me that Dragons weren't what they were made out to be. Gave me everything. Over time, however... things changed."
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The power drain was negligible, and was negated entirely when the Tanuklanav de-cloaked and reversed their shield polarity. Nice try, mom, she thought back. "Attention, Kitsune Cruiser - disengage your power draining beam, you're not having any effect over here; besides, I'm here to help," Saraabi said over the radio.
*** Nirn ***
While waiting for Cecilia, Lokahviing sighed, then explained, "It was a long time ago... my parents came here to Skyrim to escape enslavement by the Dunmer. But they were killed off by Nord radiers shortly after arriving. Alduin... burned the raiders to a crisp for their murders, but took me in as one of his own, seeing that I had no family left. He cared for me, showed me that Dragons weren't what they were made out to be. Gave me everything. Over time, however... things changed."
"That was the idea." Krystal chimed in, as the beam stopped.
--- Nirn ---
"Okay that's all i wanted to know< i think i get the rest." Kyra sighed.
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"Mom, where is dad? I just got back from Titania, and... we have a problem," Saraabi reported.
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Cecilia, we must be going," Vokun told Cecilia.
"You asked," Lokahviing told Kyra. "But I imagine you can see, now, why I held Alduin in such high regard."
"He still does," said a menacing voice. A spirit approached them, an anthro form of Alduin, but... different. "Lokahviing was, and is, my last son, and heir to my throne, so to speak. He alone was responsible for bringing the Dov together in the times before the second great war; such a unity led to victory for the Empire and a swift reconciliation between man and dragon. Because of Lokahviing, the dov are no longer hunted. And I am proud, looking back on the events that transpired to now, to call him my son."
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"Mom, where is dad? I just got back from Titania, and... we have a problem," Saraabi reported.
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Cecilia, we must be going," Vokun told Cecilia.
"You asked," Lokahviing told Kyra. "But I imagine you can see, now, why I held Alduin in such high regard."
"He still does," said a menacing voice. A spirit approached them, an anthro form of Alduin, but... different. "Lokahviing was, and is, my last son, and heir to my throne, so to speak. He alone was responsible for bringing the Dov together in the times before the second great war; such a unity led to victory for the Empire and a swift reconciliation between man and dragon. Because of Lokahviing, the dov are no longer hunted. And I am proud, looking back on the events that transpired to now, to call him my son."
The Blue vixen turned her head to face the inverted patterned tiger."Markus , Get over here!" Krystal said, turning back tot eh com screen "Let me guess the covenant found another portal to the ARK?"
-- Windhelm, Skyrim ---
"How did you get in here, Alduin? Ahh like it matters." Kyra shrugged. "I see why now, but Nords?"
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==Indari Manor{outside}==
A blue dragon landed outside the Manor front door and knocked on it, and spoke up in a British accent, "Hello? is anyone home?"
==Indari Manor{Inside}==
Raz stirred in his sleep, hearing the Dragon's yelling from his room's window.
(Sorry I've been inactive, I've been busy lately and if someone could give me a short rundown of what's happened lately, that'd be great)
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(It would help if I knew where you last left off. Basically, the Renewed Covenant launched a surprise attack on Dragon'taan, the DMC and their allies launched a retaliatory campaign, General Kyle is at Outpost 'Mantakar waiting for word from Drake, who is at the Sargasso outpost with Lord-Admiral Markus. They secured the area and drove the Covenant away, and as it turns out, they've befriended the Reborn Trade Federation and the Mandalorians, and it seems now there is a new threat on the horizon, as Saraabi is about to report. Also, Lokahviing/Taral, Kyra, Vokun and Cecilia are on Nirn, in the specific province of Skyrim, looking to weed out some Thalmor Remnant infiltrators and find out why they are so interested in an archeological dig site. On top of that, we apparently have a bounty hunter who is going after the leaders of the Renewed Covenant, the Prophets of Revenge, Retribution, and Vengeance.)
Anna, approaching from behind the blue dragon, called out, "Hey! Can I help you?"
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"Ah, hello, my dear, is there a dragon in your home here that has the name, Razuel? If so, I need to speak with him."
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Anna raised an eyebrow. "And you are...?" she asked.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
A young Pandaren sat at the bar, sipping on a clear blue drink. Tears streamed down her face, and every now and then she would sniffle.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Sargasso Outpost ***
Markus walked over beside his wife. "Saraabi?" he asked, clearly surprised. "What is it? What are you doing here?"
"Believe me, I don't understand it, either," Alduin responded. "But those Nord Raiders murdered his family in cold blood. I took Lokahviing in because he could not survive in Skyrim at barely a year of age on his own."
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She extended a hand, "I am Angel Dracon, Razuel's wife."
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Anna smiled, shaking Angel's hand. "Pleased to meet you, Angel. I'm Anna Indari, General Kyle Indari's wife," she said. "Please, come in - your husband is inside, but a little... immobile. I think he was injured prior to the surprise attack by the Covenant. Rest assured, he is well, and we are taking care of him until he can get back on his feet."
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Angel followed Anna in, " Nice place, Anna, love the decor. Hm, could you tell me what room he is in?"
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Anna raised an eyebrow. "And you are...?" she asked.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
A young Pandaren sat at the bar, sipping on a clear blue drink. Tears streamed down her face, and every now and then she would sniffle.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Sargasso Outpost ***
Markus walked over beside his wife. "Saraabi?" he asked, clearly surprised. "What is it? What are you doing here?"
"Believe me, I don't understand it, either," Alduin responded. "But those Nord Raiders murdered his family in cold blood. I took Lokahviing in because he could not survive in Skyrim at barely a year of age on his own."
"So why are you here now?" Kyra asked.
---Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
a purple skinned Draenei, wearing some odd golden armor (http://orig09.deviantart.net/adfd/f/2013/075/0/a/0a766da46c417bac8bce853395f282f6-d5yads7.jpg), stepped into the establishment and turned her head towards the brooding Pandarian, moving around a little trying to get use to the armor.
--- UACS Thermopylae-A, Sargasso Outpost ---
"Ontop of that why are you trying to 'sneak' into the battlegroup?" Krystal asked.
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*** Sargasso Outpost ***
"Merely making sure you all are paying attention," Saraabi responded. "I just got here from Titania - the Covenant, the Mandalorians and the Reborn Trade Federation are collaborating on a refit of a Mandalorian Star Dreadnought. They're mixing tech and - worst of all - they've successfully adapted Borg technology to it. If we don't move fast, they'll set that thing loose elsewhere, and God knows that Dragon'taan is among the first on their list."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
The brooding Pandaren seemed not to notice the Draenei, slowly sipping on her drink while toying with a medallion bearing the logo of the Romulan Republic.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Follow me, I'll show you," Anna told Angel, leading the way to Razuel's room. She knocked on the door and slowly cracked it open. "Raz? Your wife is here to see you."
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"I imagine Father wants to watch over me, as he had in years long past," Lokahviing responded to Kyra's question.
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Raz stirred awake, "Huh, wha-? My wife?", "Yes, Raz, it's your loving wife, Angel", Raz made some noises to actually get up, still in his feral form, "C-come in."
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"Not funny, Saraabi ,but this isn't the time for humor, do you know how close the refit was to finished?" Krystal asked.
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
Stepping to the Pandarian's table , The Draenei began to speak "Lian, there will be others..." She started by letting out a single line.
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"They are very close to completion," Saraabi reported. "If we don't move quickly, we'll miss the opportunity to destroy this thing before it's set on other worlds!"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"Be that as it may, I still have every right to mourn Jal'parr," Lian said with an angry, quivering voice.
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Krystal put her hand to her chin. "Then we have no time to lose, I'll have to send word to the rest of the NCC second fleet to meet us there." The blue vixen said.
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
"So your just going to sit here brooding over himand Pandarian wine, Lian your better than this... stop letting it hold you back this is war and in war people come and go... You need to understand this the time for mourning is past, Dragon'taan was attacked by the Covenant and who knows who else is prepping to attack us at this moment. The DMC, Romulus, We..I need you." Aylina said.
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*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Sargasso Outpost ***
"Why the hell would they be going to Titania?" Markus mused.
*** DMCS Indari, Sargasso Outpost ***
"Like I know," Drake scoffed. "At any rate, Uncle Markus will likely be tracking them back to wherever it is they're headed. We win the day today."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Faasnu opened the door and greeted Fixel. "I must admit, you picked a hell of a time to stop by," he said. "I don't often get prospective trainees at this hour."
*** OKB Zero Orbit ***
"You will get nothing from me!" The commander shouted as he was taken away.
"Subadmiral Temer to boarding parties, requesting status update," requested Temer.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"I see," Kyle responded. "While I am usually uneasy giving out military intelligence to non-Marauder Corps personnel or those not authorized by myself or DMC Allies, I do know Anna would not have sent you to me if she didn't think you could help." There was a pause before Fayam's computers would receive a transmission containing detailed information on the three San'Shyuum Prophet Hierarchs of the Renewed Covenant - Revenge, Retribution, and Vengeance. "These are the San'Shyuum Prophets, the hierarchs of the Renewed Covenant. They are responsible for multiple attacks on DMC and allied interests, and after the last attack on Dragon'taan, we have decided we have had enough. We are willing to pay good money if anyone brings these Vengeful Prophets to justice - dead or alive. Admittedly, we know little of their current whereabouts, so information that leads to their capture or demise is just as good and pays the same as it would if you nailed them yourself. But be forewarned - at last report, they were outfitting an OAS-class Assault Carrier with stolen Borg Technology. If you go after them on your own, you're in for a helluva fight. If you have any questions before you depart, ask them now - I am getting reports that my son and brother-in-law have secured Sargasso, and have tracked the enemy fleet to Titania... a good place to start looking for information on the Prophets' whereabouts, but you'll need to be subtle there. Which reminds me - does your ship have a cloaking device?"
*** Corneria ***
Jason frowned incredulously. "Your robots put out a transporter-scattering signal?" he asked. "Why? Afraid someone will beam you up against your will in the dead of night?"
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam looked through the buttons on the control panels. He responded: "I got an electromagnetic field for antimatter attacks, electro-armour for normal attacks... but..." he sighed. "I don't see any sort of radar disruptor or cloaker here. If I got one I- Yes, I overlooked it! I got an 'Eagle Hider V6.4'."
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Anna also tried contacting the outpost. "Anna to 'Mantakar, have you spotted any pirates recently?"
*Corneria*
Maria frowned. "As I know not. I'm just telling my presumptions! It might as well have a totally different source I don't know about... Wait a sec." She called to her robots: "Is any of you spreading a transportation-disrupting signal?" The domestic bots weren't. The guard, however, said: "I AM SENDING OUT UNIVERSALLY DISRUPTING SIGNALS BY DEFAULT. THEY HAVE A RANGE OF 20 M AND THAT IS LONGER THAN THE DISTANCE BETWEEN MY BAY AND YOUR GUEST."
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"You need me?" Lian asked. "What for?"
*** Corneria ***
"That would explain it," Jason commented. "Can you disengage that signal for a bit so I can transport out of here?"
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
"Commander Anna," the Outpost Commandant responded, "That's a negative - there haven't been any pirate attacks since the Covenant came through here. You might try your luck at Outpost Hood - way I hear it, they recently had trouble with Cardassian True Way terrorists and Kazon Raiders. Just watch yourself out there."
"If you intend to take on the Prophets, you'll want to go in cloaked, and if you aren't sure your device can hide you from Covenant Sensors, I have no compunctions over refitting your vessel with one of our cloaking devices. Won't take but an hour or so, if you so choose," Kyle told Fayam. "Anyway, If you can sneak aboard their ship without being noticed, you can likely nail the Vengeful three before they realize they're in danger. They'll likely be in a meditation chamber or something similar." Kyle paused to transmit the interior layout of an OAS Assault Carrier. "Dead or Alive, you still get paid. Clear?" he concluded.
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"To finish the fight." Aylina replied, very simply.
--- UACS Thermopylae-A, Sargasso Outpost ---
"Well let's set a course for Titania then, I've already signaled the fleet." Krystal said.
"Scope shows green, we're ready when you are Lord-admiral, father..." Celina replied.
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*** UACS Thermoylae-A, Sargasso Outpost ***
"Engage on course," Markus ordered, "And get Drake to tag along before we go. We're likely gonna need him."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"The fight against who? The Covenant? The Kazon? The Cardassians? So many enemies out for our blood," Lian sighed.
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"Message sent,>" Celina replied.
"Helm, punch it." Krystal added
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
"All the above." Aylina replied
--- DMC Indari -----
"Well looks like we're heading to Titania the Lord admiral is requesting us." Amie noted getting the message.
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***OKB Zero***
It's been a few day's since the UUOA had taken over the Romulan Warship, The commander of the ship has been put in a maximum security prison. The capital of OKB Zero was bustling today, propaganda music (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMZDEuiq8nQ&spfreload=10)blared across the streets as the Romulan commander was escorted down the street. People stood and watched, people booed at him, people threw things at him.
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*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam responded: "Got it. I'll go and find them then." He turned up the engines and the Blowfish MK. II shot away in space.
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
"Roger," Anna said. She turned Faith toward Outpost Hood.
*Corneria*
The robot looked at Jason, but it was impossible to tell what it tried to say with it. His tech wasn't capable of showing facial expression. He sighed, a monotonous robot sigh and said: "NO, I CAN'T. IF YOU WANT TO DISENGAGE THE SIGNALS YOU'LL HAVE TO SHUT ME DOWN COMPLETELY." Which was exactly what Mary did. She grabbed the robot remote and hit the "on/off" button. Instantly the robot stopped moving and it fell on the floor. Mary told Jason: "Try again now, it should work this time."
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*** Sargasso Outpost ***
The Coalition, UIA, DMC, and allied task forces all formed up and jumped together, headed for Titania. Markus prayed they weren't already too late, and that the enemy did not realize the danger they were all in.
*** OKB Zero ***
The Romulan Commander just stood and took the insults, silently wondering if Hakeev had gotten his transmission...
*** Corneria ***
"Priznat to Assassin - energize," Jason commanded. This time, the young tiger was bathed in a bright green light, and was gone, transported to the Weary Traveler Cafe. Jason peered around inside, looking for the one he'd come here to meet.
At the same time, a young Pandaren (Anthro Panda) came wandering into Mary's pharmacy, asking, "Excuse me, have you seen my boyfriend? Young tiger, carries a disruptor and a few other weapons, fond of teleporting?"
*** Sol's bar & grille, Dragon'taan ***
Lian was about to voice a response when another spoke, cutting her off. "I know what it's like, losing someone you love," he said. "I lost my fiance in the recent Covenant attack." A young wolf dressed in a Crusader Corps tunic with a crossguard lightsaber clipped to his belt got up from the bar and sat next to Lian. "It seems we have similar troubles. I mourned my lost, but I took consolation in what I still had." He placed a hand on Lian's. "The night gets darkest right before dawn."
Lian looked into this man's eyes, and felt... different. "Lian," she said, as though introducing herself in a trance.
"James," the Crusader responded.
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*** Sargasso Outpost ***
The Coalition, UIA, DMC, and allied task forces all formed up and jumped together, headed for Titania. Markus prayed they weren't already too late, and that the enemy did not realize the danger they were all in.
*** OKB Zero ***
The Romulan Commander just stood and took the insults, silently wondering if Hakeev had gotten his transmission...
*** Corneria ***
"Priznat to Assassin - energize," Jason commanded. This time, the young tiger was bathed in a bright green light, and was gone, transported to the Weary Traveler Cafe. Jason peered around inside, looking for the one he'd come here to meet.
At the same time, a young Pandaren (Anthro Panda) came wandering into Mary's pharmacy, asking, "Excuse me, have you seen my boyfriend? Young tiger, carries a disruptor and a few other weapons, fond of teleporting?"
*** Sol's bar & grille, Dragon'taan ***
Lian was about to voice a response when another spoke, cutting her off. "I know what it's like, losing someone you love," he said. "I lost my fiance in the recent Covenant attack." A young wolf dressed in a Crusader Corps tunic with a crossguard lightsaber clipped to his belt got up from the bar and sat next to Lian. "It seems we have similar troubles. I mourned my lost, but I took consolation in what I still had." He placed a hand on Lian's. "The night gets darkest right before dawn."
Lian looked into this man's eyes, and felt... different. "Lian," she said, as though introducing herself in a trance.
"James," the Crusader responded.
joining the fleet through subspace the two-tailed fleet cruisers soon joined by two destroyers in a subspace portal to their destination, the fleet was complete.
--- Sol's bar & grille, Dragon'taan ---
"And there comes the dawn..." Aylina said mostly to herself, able to sense her 'sister's' feelings, sitting down at a nearbye table to leave the two alone.
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After hours of humiliation. Four armed guards grabbed the commander and took him to a military camp, where he was then questioned.
The room was dimly lit, dried blood was on the ground. The commander sat in a chair infront of him was a small table and another chair which was empty. The door behind him opened and a large bear made his way in. His uniform was pressed and clean. He sat down in the empty chair and smiled, "Good afternoon. Now I have a series of questions I'm going to ask you. You will answer them." The door opened again and four armed guards walked in. The bear asked, "What was your mission? Why wear you near our orbit?"
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"I will tell you nothing," the Romulan responded. "Do your worst."
In orbit, the sensors on the Romulan Warbird captured by OKB Zero Forces would register an anomaly approaching the planet at warp speed.
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--- UACS Thermoylae-A. ---
"Markus I'm a bit concerned here , why are the Manalorians fighting us didn't the Mandalor himself visit us not a few months ago?" Krystal asked. "I thought they were suppose to sort of follow his example...
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"Not all of the Mandalorian people support Mandalore Fett's decision," Voro explained. "There was a fringe group, consisting of the reborn Clan Varad and a couple smaller ones, that broke away from the Mandalorian Main Body, to pursue their own agendas."
"From what I heard from Boba, Clan Varad was, and still is, considered to be like a Rancor foaming at the mouth," Markus added. "Their bloodlust and violence surpasses even the Sith Empire. Even Zaarin refuses to deal with them. Whatever the Covenant and the Trade Federation stood to gain by working with them is irrelevant - if history is any indication, Varad will eventually turn on his allies to satisfy his thirst for blood and war."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
Lian and James spent a good hour talking, visiting memories good and bitter. The more they talked, the more they felt comfortable around each other. This was abruptly cut short when Lian's XO arrived. "It's good to see you in better spirits, Commander," the Romulan said. "But we have a situation out at Outpost Hood."
"Why didn't you beep my communicator?" Lian asked.
"You forgot to take it with you," the XO responded with a hint of sarcasm.
"Hnh, wonder why I did that," Lian chuckled. "Well, we should get going."
"My lady," James pleaded, "Let me come with you."
Lian smiled. "I don't see why not," she answered. She looped arms with James, eliciting an amused chuckle from the Romulan XO. "Commander Reznov to the Devoras... three to beam up."
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"Well ontop of that somethign was off about those Trade Federation ships, I felt no nemodians..." Krystal added.
"I Can confirm that scans of the command ship show no signs of lifeforms on board thatLucrehulk-class battleship we spotted." Celina added looking over the scan data... "Wait a minute..."
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"What is it?" Markus asked.
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I dunno ,but there's a large lifesign in one of the cargo bays." Celina replied
Krystl came over to get a closer look at it.
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"I will tell you nothing," the Romulan responded. "Do your worst."
In orbit, the sensors on the Romulan Warbird captured by OKB Zero Forces would register an anomaly approaching the planet at warp speed.
Radio chatter could be heard on the Bears radio located on his belt. he pulled it out and said something in his native language, he then put it back on his belt. He then smiled, "Men. Take him away if he doesn't want to talk. He doesn't have to. Three armed guards pulled him up from his feet and gestured him to walk out of the room.
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Markus approached his wife and daughter and asked, "What kind of life sign?"
*** OKB Zero Orbit ***
In the quiet of orbit over OKB Zero, a single ship dropped out of warp:
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Aside from it's presence, the ship made no form of hostile gesture. It's shields were not raised, and it's weapons were not powered. However, there was a lot of sensor interference from an unknown source that seemed to surround the alien ship, making getting an accurate sensor reading impossible.
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Markus approached his wife and daughter and asked, "What kind of life sign?"
*** OKB Zero Orbit ***
In the quiet of orbit over OKB Zero, a single ship dropped out of warp:
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Aside from it's presence, the ship made no form of hostile gesture. It's shields were not raised, and it's weapons were not powered. However, there was a lot of sensor interference from an unknown source that seemed to surround the alien ship, making getting an accurate sensor reading impossible.
"It looks like a Yanme'e queen." Krystal said to Markus. "That cruiser is manned entirely by Yanme'e and the battle droids."
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*** Corneria ***
"Priznat to Assassin - energize," Jason commanded. This time, the young tiger was bathed in a bright green light, and was gone, transported to the Weary Traveler Cafe. Jason peered around inside, looking for the one he'd come here to meet.
At the same time, a young Pandaren (Anthro Panda) came wandering into Mary's pharmacy, asking, "Excuse me, have you seen my boyfriend? Young tiger, carries a disruptor and a few other weapons, fond of teleporting?"
*Outer Space*
Fayam flew slightly mindless through the space, to Sargasso. He wondered what he'd find.
*Outer space*
Faith flew towards Outpost Hood at full throttle, while Anna tensed for the upcoming battle.
*Corneria*'
Maria looked at the panda. Her eyes bulged and she couldn't say a thing. Eventually she responded: "Uh... you just missed him. He's at the 'Weary Traveler Cafe'. He teleported from here a minute ago." She looked at her with disbelief, and switched her guard back on. "You'd nearly say this isn't a coincidence..." she muttered.
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*** UACS Thermopylae-A, in transit to Titania ***
"Well, this keeps getting better," Markus commented.
*** Corneria ***
"Oh, thank you," the Panda said, heading back the way she came.
*** Outpost Hood ***
The RRW Devoras dropped out of warp at Outpost Hood, and immediately started for the outpost. "Well - here we are... Outpost Hood."
"Why is it named Outpost Hood?" James asked.
"It's named after a retired UNSC Admiral who served in the Human-Covenant War - Terrance Hood," Lian responded.
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"Is that a good thing or a bad thing, dad?" Celina asked.
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((Hello guys, I know it's been months since I last posted here. I still like this RP, I just haven't had the time. I'm still welcome to participate right?))
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((Hello guys, I know it's been months since I last posted here. I still like this RP, I just haven't had the time. I'm still welcome to participate right?))
(yep go ahead and restart where you left off.)
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(I don't see why not.)
"If the Yanme'e are with the Covenant again... that's bad," Markus responded. "How bad, however, I cannot say - not presently."
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
In the absence of the allied task force, a number of scavengers and space pirates descended on the remains of the derelict ships from the recent battle, all of them looking for a payday worth taking home.
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(I don't see why not.)
"If the Yanme'e are with the Covenant again... that's bad," Markus responded. "How bad, however, I cannot say - not presently."
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
In the absence of the allied task force, a number of scavengers and space pirates descended on the remains of the derelict ships from the recent battle, all of them looking for a payday worth taking home.
"I didn't know they left." Krystal replied typing in a few things on her console.
"Is it true Huragok are better than Yanme'e at fixing things?" Celina asked.
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"Most of the Covenant fell apart after the Great Schism during the Human-Covenant War," Markus explained as he sat back down in his chair. "They all went their separate ways. But now, it seems, the Vengeful Prophets have brought them together again. We had hints of that with the first conflict, when they attacked the DMC's outlying colonies looking for Forerunner Artifacts. I tried to convince Kyle that the threat was not over when the Prophets vanished in the face of the assault by Darth Nazar - but he wasn't having it. Now we see the results of his refusal to finish the fight."
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***Ulfric's Castle: Foyer***
Cecilia stood in front of the grand doors that led to the rest of Windhelm. She was patiently waiting for Vokun and the others so they could begin the mission.
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"Most of the Covenant fell apart after the Great Schism during the Human-Covenant War," Markus explained as he sat back down in his chair. "They all went their separate ways. But now, it seems, the Vengeful Prophets have brought them together again. We had hints of that with the first conflict, when they attacked the DMC's outlying colonies looking for Forerunner Artifacts. I tried to convince Kyle that the threat was not over when the Prophets vanished in the face of the assault by Darth Nazar - but he wasn't having it. Now we see the results of his refusal to finish the fight."
"He had other things on his mind at the time, Markus, his judgment was slightly clouded." Krystal noted.
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*Sargasso*
Fayam arrived at Sargasso, looking at the persons commander Indari lead him to.
*Outpost Hood*
Anna came in vieuw of Outpost Hood. She contacted: "Anna to Hood, have you got any enemies near?"
*Corneria*
Mary shook her head and went on standing behind the counter.
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*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
Vokun arrived in short order with Xalek and Ashara. "Ready to get moving?" Vokun asked Cecilia as Lokahviing approached from another direction.
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
Fayam's ship arriving did not go unnoticed; one of the pirate ships sent an open transmission: "We don't need any more competition; move along, or we'll add you to the scrap!"
*** Outpost Hood ***
"Commander Anna, this is Outpost Hood - stand by, we are patching you through to the Commandant," responded a female voice. Not long after, an Asian-sounding female voice could be heard conversing with a voice that had a distinct American accent.
"... thought you stopped their ability to open transwarp apertures here," Lian said.
"So did we - but they apparently found a way around that little detail," the Commandant responded. "We fought off the last raid, but we're waiting on reinforcements or willing help before we go after the True Way and their Cardassian allies."
"Well, helping is what I'm here for," Lian said. "And it seems we have a newcomer to this conversation."
"Unknown user, identify yourself," the Commandant requested.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Approaching Titania ***
"Regardless," Markus sighed, "It seems it's up to us to finish the fight."
"Lord-Admiral," the helmsman piped up, "We're approaching Titania."
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*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
Vokun arrived in short order with Xalek and Ashara. "Ready to get moving?" Vokun asked Cecilia as Lokahviing approached from another direction.
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
Fayam's ship arriving did not go unnoticed; one of the pirate ships sent an open transmission: "We don't need any more competition; move along, or we'll add you to the scrap!"
*** Outpost Hood ***
"Commander Anna, this is Outpost Hood - stand by, we are patching you through to the Commandant," responded a female voice. Not long after, an Asian-sounding female voice could be heard conversing with a voice that had a distinct American accent.
"... thought you stopped their ability to open transwarp apertures here," Lian said.
"So did we - but they apparently found a way around that little detail," the Commandant responded. "We fought off the last raid, but we're waiting on reinforcements or willing help before we go after the True Way and their Cardassian allies."
"Well, helping is what I'm here for," Lian said. "And it seems we have a newcomer to this conversation."
"Unknown user, identify yourself," the Commandant requested.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Approaching Titania ***
"Regardless," Markus sighed, "It seems it's up to us to finish the fight."
"Lord-Admiral," the helmsman piped up, "We're approaching Titania."
Kira followed closely to Lokahviing, silent as before.
--- UACS Thermopylae-A, Approaching Titania ---
"We don't have time to complain about our allies flaws." Krystal noted.
"Drones indicate heavy Covenant presence, along with their stolen Trade fed tech." Celina noted.
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Cecilia smiled and nodded her head. "Yup! I'm ready, how are we getting there? Are we gonna walk?"
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*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Yeah," Vokun responded. "Kynesgrove isn't far from here; we'll start our search in that area, ask around, see if anyone has seen or heard anything strange."
Alduin appeared in his anthro-spirit form to put his own input in. "You would all do well to be careful - you may find that the Thalmor aren't the only danger in their hidden base."
*** Titania Orbit ***
"Dropping out of light speed in three... two... one!" The helmsman announced. The Thermopylae, the Vader's Fist, the Indari, and their attendant task forces dropped out of light speed to the already-present Covenant and Mandalorian fleet.
"All ships, go shields up and weapons hot!" Markus commanded.
"Aye, all ships, shields and weapons hot!" Drake agreed. All ships that had hangars launched multiple fighters as the fleet raised shields and powered weapons.
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Cecilia was surprised by the dragon's sudden spectral appearance. "Other dangers huh? I'll keep my eyes peeled." She responded.
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*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Yeah," Vokun responded. "Kynesgrove isn't far from here; we'll start our search in that area, ask around, see if anyone has seen or heard anything strange."
Alduin appeared in his anthro-spirit form to put his own input in. "You would all do well to be careful - you may find that the Thalmor aren't the only danger in their hidden base."
*** Titania Orbit ***
"Dropping out of light speed in three... two... one!" The helmsman announced. The Thermopylae, the Vader's Fist, the Indari, and their attendant task forces dropped out of light speed to the already-present Covenant and Mandalorian fleet.
"All ships, go shields up and weapons hot!" Markus commanded.
"Aye, all ships, shields and weapons hot!" Drake agreed. All ships that had hangars launched multiple fighters as the fleet
raised shields and powered weapons.
THe Cerinian Fleet exited subspace near their allies consisting of 3 Kitsune class cruisers (http://i.imgur.com/UZS3CFT.png), 1 Venator II class Destroyer (https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-EnVQU39ZORE/VIgxPoNyNRI/AAAAAAAAA1o/IYJtGjy3jZ0/Vigilante%2BVenator-class%2BStar%2BDestroyer%2BMark%2B2.png) and the Fox fire (http://i.imgur.com/hj86vui.jpg)Destroyer. "Cerinian Second fleet on standby awaiting orders shields and weapons are online and ready to fire on command "Fyra the Capetian of the Foxfire said.
--- Windhelm, Skyrim ---
Kyra almost squaked in surpise at Aldiun's appearance. "Aldiun could you do me a favor?" She asked "DON"T DOOO THAT!"
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Alduin chuckled. "Sorry," he apologized, "Didn't mean to startle you."
"We'd best get going," Vokun suggested. "Taral, take point."
Lokahviing didn't verbally respond, instead loading his rifle with a Plasma Cell and heading for the gate.
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Cecilia followed closely.
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Alduin chuckled. "Sorry," he apologized, "Didn't mean to startle you."
"We'd best get going," Vokun suggested. "Taral, take point."
Lokahviing didn't verbally respond, instead loading his rifle with a Plasma Cell and heading for the gate.
Kyra rolled here eyes "Why is he acting so nice now?" The Khajiit asked Lokahviing.
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"Does it look like I know?" Lokahviing asked back. "I'm just glad he's back to his old self, before he went screwy."
Alduin's spirit walked next to Cecilia. Indicating Vokun, he asked her, "What's his story?"
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"Oh, Vokun? You could say he's my master. He invited me to come to this planet so I could get some experience. He's very nice and knows a lot."
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*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
Vokun arrived in short order with Xalek and Ashara. "Ready to get moving?" Vokun asked Cecilia as Lokahviing approached from another direction.
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
Fayam's ship arriving did not go unnoticed; one of the pirate ships sent an open transmission: "We don't need any more competition; move along, or we'll add you to the scrap!"
*** Outpost Hood ***
"Commander Anna, this is Outpost Hood - stand by, we are patching you through to the Commandant," responded a female voice. Not long after, an Asian-sounding female voice could be heard conversing with a voice that had a distinct American accent.
"... thought you stopped their ability to open transwarp apertures here," Lian said.
"So did we - but they apparently found a way around that little detail," the Commandant responded. "We fought off the last raid, but we're waiting on reinforcements or willing help before we go after the True Way and their Cardassian allies."
"Well, helping is what I'm here for," Lian said. "And it seems we have a newcomer to this conversation."
"Unknown user, identify yourself," the Commandant requested.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Approaching Titania ***
"Regardless," Markus sighed, "It seems it's up to us to finish the fight."
"Lord-Admiral," the helmsman piped up, "We're approaching Titania."
*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam cocked an eyebrow. Then he gave off a violent grin. "FINE THEN!" he shouted back, "If you want me, come 'n' get me! I'm not gonna let me be sent away by a bunch of plundering fools! I eat pirates for breakfast... RAW!" He instantly turned his ship into battle mode, activating the weaponry... except his 'secret weapon', of course.
*Outpost Hood*
Anna replied: "This is Anna Steen, white lioness, captain of Faith." The second commander joined in: "And I'm Nathan. Nathan Knowledge, the owl. I'm the second commander or copilot. We have some new weaponry we want to give a whirl, and if we can help you fend off evildoers it's win-win." Anna fell by: "Our ship can use very specialised Warp-Drive Tech, which is unaffected by common warp disruptors. That's how we could come close. Allow us to join your fight. I know I'm not captaining a warship, but if we do this right we can make great support."
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*** Outpost Hood ***
"We'll take all the help we can get," the Commandant responded to Anna's comment. "What we really need is someone to go through the next Transwarp Aperture and shut down the True Way operation."
"I've already volunteered," Lian added, "And I have a friend on his way. If you want to pitch in, maybe you can help us take out the True Way and their Kazon allies."
"Yes, and once you have that done - or if you need support - find a way to open a Transwarp Conduit to here so we can send a fleet through to assist and, if possible, capture the Transwarp Hub they're using," The Commandant stated.
*** Outpost Sargasso ***
The Pirates didn't directly acknowledge, instead powering their weapons. True to the typical layout of Pirate Ships and their bravado, they had no shields.
*** Outside Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"I was unaware you were his apprentice," Alduin told Cecilia. "But still... there seems to be a bit of a dark aura about him."
"That's because I was once a Sith Lord - Darth Nox," Vokun said, apparently hearing Alduin. "I was a member of the Dark Council before I left the Sith and their ways. It was after I left that I bumped into my old friend, K'torr, and then our Jedi colleague who convinced us to join the DMC, Master Draco Bellator."
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"Dark doesn't have to mean evil. At least I don't think so. After all, you've turned out to be very nice, Alduin."
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*** Outpost Hood ***
"We'll take all the help we can get," the Commandant responded to Anna's comment. "What we really need is someone to go through the next Transwarp Aperture and shut down the True Way operation."
"I've already volunteered," Lian added, "And I have a friend on his way. If you want to pitch in, maybe you can help us take out the True Way and their Kazon allies."
"Yes, and once you have that done - or if you need support - find a way to open a Transwarp Conduit to here so we can send a fleet through to assist and, if possible, capture the Transwarp Hub they're using," The Commandant stated.
*** Outpost Sargasso ***
The Pirates didn't directly acknowledge, instead powering their weapons. True to the typical layout of Pirate Ships and their bravado, they had no shields.
*** Outside Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"I was unaware you were his apprentice," Alduin told Cecilia. "But still... there seems to be a bit of a dark aura about him."
"That's because I was once a Sith Lord - Darth Nox," Vokun said, apparently hearing Alduin. "I was a member of the Dark Council before I left the Sith and their ways. It was after I left that I bumped into my old friend, K'torr, and then our Jedi colleague who convinced us to join the DMC, Master Draco Bellator."
" From what I heard a lot of former sith, joined the DMC's Jedi ranks, Sith, Or Dark Jedi as I call them, at least I think most of them weren't originally evil at all they wanted to do the same thing as the jedi protect, the difference is the dark Jedi craved a little more power , through emotions like anger, fear and revenge, usually it's the masters that actually turn them to evil, not their own doing." Kyra explained "At least as far as I understand it.
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"I wasn't always nice," Alduin told Cecilia. "There was a time when I--"
"Quiet!" Vokun shushed everyone. He reached out with the Force, and seconds later, exclaimed in a hushed tone, "Take cover! Don't be seen!" before using the force to make him seemingly vanish as he headed for a nearby bush. Alduin vanished, and Lokahviing used the Force to conceal himself near an abandoned cart.
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"I wasn't always nice," Alduin told Cecilia. "There was a time when I--"
"Quiet!" Vokun shushed everyone. He reached out with the Force, and seconds later, exclaimed in a hushed tone, "Take cover! Don't be seen!" before using the force to make him seemingly vanish as he headed for a nearby bush. Alduin vanished, and Lokahviing used the Force to conceal himself near an abandoned cart.
Kyra using DMC Technology vanished from view.
--- Titania orbit ---
"This is odd, they don't have shipping lanes here." Krystal said as she looked over some readings on the radar.
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Cecilia was caught by surprise. She saw everyone disappear so suddenly, she was out in the open. She panicked and dived into a nearby bush.
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Not long after everyone took cover, a trio of Altmer Elves dressed in elven armor came running up, stopping where the team had been to catch their breath. "That was close," one said.
"You're... telling me," panted the next.
"But we confirmed what that dig site is - we have to report back. Come on!" the third exclaimed. The trio then headed out again.
Vokun emerged from hiding, and motioned the others to follow him. "We can follow them to their base - hurry, before we lose track of them!" he whispered, taking off after the Thalmor infiltrators.
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Kyra didn't respond, nor did she appear to be in the area anymore she had already taken off following the Thalmor.
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"What is it?" Markus asked.
"Lord-Admiral, the fleet signals ready to fire," Voro reported.
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"Sensors are picking up a small convoy of Tigarian freighters." Krystal replied.
"Tigarians in Lylat?" Celina asked.
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Cecilia poked her head out of the bush and saw the team following two elves quietly and closely. She caught up with them and sidled next to Vokun. "So those are the Thalmor huh? You were right, they look pretty mean."
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"Tigarians?" Markus asked. "What are they doing way out here? This is nowhere near their territory!"
*** Skyrim ***
"Quiet!" Vokun whispered, fearing the Thalmor agents hearing what was said. Such as it was, they continued to trek toward Kynesgrove.
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"Tigarians?" Markus asked. "What are they doing way out here? This is nowhere near their territory!"
*** Skyrim ***
"Quiet!" Vokun whispered, fearing the Thalmor agents hearing what was said. Such as it was, they continued to trek toward Kynesgrove.
"Should I hail them?" Celina asked.
Krystal looked at the radar then outside. "Oh dear the Covenant are gonna be in for one mess of a surprise." The blue vixen muttered muttered
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"How so?" Markus asked.
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"A standard Tigarian heavy freighter carries as much firepower as a destroyer." Krystal explained. "Tigarians are generally friendly ,but you do not want to get in a fight with them." Krystal explained. "Their kinda like Tiger Wookies.
Celina rolled her eyes waiting for a responce.
--- Skyrim Kynesgrove ---
Kyra , kept close to the Thalmore, keeping her distance , she thought they were heading for a nearby building.
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"Sorry!" Cecilia whispered, she took Vokun's advice and stayed as quiet as she could.
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*Outpost Hood*
"Roger!" said Anna and her copilot simultaneous, "We'll be glad to help."
*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam looked at the pirates also activating their weaponry. He yelled to them: "Wanna fight, eh? SO BE IT!" He went all-out on their ship. His weapons roared at full power. He activated his defences as well. "Whoops. Nearly forgot those," he murmured in himself.
A forcefield was now visible over the Blowfish MK. II, and it vanished from most radars.
*DMC, UIA headquarters*
The DMC and the UIA got through to Gaia. A raw voice: "DMC and UIA, this is Havoc Jumbojet, the albatross, chief of the Gaian Army Coalition. What do you want? Cos' if it's no good we'll beam you to pieces when you come too close!"
For Tomahawk they got in contact with the Toma-Guards. They had more luck: this voice was graceful. "DMC, UIA. You're speaking to the Leviathan elder, Omega Infinity. I lead the Guards together with king Hor'kuu Ice and queen Farrar Fire. How can I help you?"
*Corneria City*
Mary spaced out looking at the sky from beyond the window. She had little to do, and was bored. She got few orders and customers lately.
(I might need this guy...)
--NEW CHARACTER--
King Hor'kuu Ice, the Leviathan
Click for picture (http://cdn.portskandia.com/ui/eidolon_large/02.jpg)
--END INTRODUCTION--
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*** Sargasso Outpost ***
The Pirate ships were no match for the Blowfish Mk II. They went up one after the other under it's firepower. On the radar, another ship was approaching, getting ready to emerge from Slipspace.
*** Outpost Hood ***
"Then get ready," the Outpost Commandant suggested. "When that transwarp conduit opens, you'll only have a minute, maybe two, to enter before it closes."
"Take up a position off my starboard side," Lian suggested. "I'll have my friend take a position to port. You don't, by chance, have a cloaking device installed over there, do you?"
*** UACS Thermopylae-A Titania Orbit ***
"Hail the Tigarian vessels - request they state their business and advise them that this area is about to be a warzone," Markus requested.
*** Dragon'taan ***
One voice answered the less-hostile response: "Omega Infinity, this is General Draco Bellator, Dragon'taan Marauder Corps. We were hoping to open trade negotiations with your people. We tried to get in contact with another in your area, the Gaian Army Coalition, but their response was... less than cordial. May we send representatives to your world to explore the possibility of a trade alliance?"
*** Coruscant ***
Instead of responding to Omega Infinity, the representative of the UIA - Supreme Chancellor Mon Mothma - responded to the GAC Chief: "Chief, this is Supreme Chancellor Mon Mothma. There is no need for hostility; we merely wished to see if we could reach a trade agreement that would be beneficial to both our peoples."
*** Corneria ***
As Jason left Corneria in angry tears at the news his now ex-girlfriend brought him, another man appeared at Mary's pharmacy. Unlike those that had come before, this man was severely injured, stumbling through the door. He had multiple woulds - lacerations and plasma burns under carbon-scored armor - and he was seeping glowing green blood in multiple places.
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" They said their transporting supplies to Titania, in a trade exchange for minerals and metals." Celina replied. "And they are aware of the covenant and are ready to fight if needed, We're their allies dad we do need to be a ,bit more 'friendly." the young she-tiger added
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*I know I've already done this, but may I restart? I've just been gone for a long time and I really like this RP.*
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*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam mercilessly took care of the pirates. He didn't check the radar, instead pummeled all of his enemies until there was not a single one left standing. "FOOLS!" he yelled, "Did you really think you could beat me? Your ships suck!"
*Outpost Hood*
Anna navigated Faith to Liam's starboard. "Ready." she said. She kept her hand near the throttle controls waiting for the conduit to open.
*Corneria*
Mary shifted her gaze to the man and shrieked. "Aah! A-a-are you ok?" She instantly had the domestic robots bring her medical supplies and asked the traveller: "May I treat your wounds?"
*Gaia*
Havoc's voice messed up the radio again. "Trade, huh? I'll get you through to the Trade Association." There was a short pause before a completely other voice came: "Mon Mothma, this is Zyth Bumper. I am the chief of the Gaian Trade Association. What did you have in mind for the trading contract?"
*Tomahawk*
Omega said: "Hm. Trouble with the Gaians? Their chief Havoc Jumbojet must've answered your calls. He's rude, let me tell you. Anyway, you wanted a trade agreement? I'm not the one to make that desicion. The king does the blacklists. Moment." Omega called the king. "King? The Dragon'taan Marauder Corps want to get a trade agreement!" Hor'kuu responded: "I'll be right there." Omega went back to the Corps. "The king is on his way. I can't accept or decline your offer, but I can ask for the terms and conditions. Have you got them already?"
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(Metal, there's really no reason to restart. You can just pick up where you left off. It's not a big deal.)
*** Titania Orbit ***
"Understood," Markus stated. "All ships, be advised, we have friendlies mixed with bad guys. Watch your fire."
"Alert!" Tactical proclaimed, "Enemy warships firing!" And, as stated, several Covenant ships fired plasma torpedoes at the allied fleet. It did little damage to the larger ships, which seemed to be the sole targets.
"Lock weapons and return fire!" Markus barked.
*** Outpost Sargasso ***
A massive Slipspace rupture opened up, and from it, a massive OAS-Class Assault Carrier - heavily modified - emerged on the scene. The remaining pirates tucked tail and ran at this new arrival.
*** Outpost Hood ***
(Oh, and Fayam, that's "Lian", not "Liam")
Moments later, another ship arrived on the scene:
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"Remus, glad you could join us," Lian greeted the new arrival.
"How can I pass up a chance to nail some of those Cardassian slavers?" responded a deep-set, gruff voice. The ship took up a position on the port side of the Devoras. "Does our friend here have a cloaking device?" Remus asked.
"Dunno - they never got back to me on that," Lian responded. "Even if they don't, you can still project a cloaking field, right?"
"Yeah, I could," Remus answered.
*** Gaia ***
"The trade agreement is simple - trading medical supplies, foodstuffs, water, and basic sundries. Should that go well, we could look into trading some higher-tier items, like ship parts, construction supplies, and the like, and we'll go from there," Mon Mothma responded.
*** Tomahawk ***
"The trade agreement is rather straightforward, trading basic items, like Food, Water, medical supplies, and should that go well, we can look into trading more advanced items, like ship parts, construction items, civilian technologies. Be advised, however, the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps is unwilling to trade our military technologies except in times of the most dire wars where we all are threatened," Draco stated.
*** Corneria ***
"N-not... m-m-much time..." the traveler grunted. "N-need... alert... command... comm... badge... taken... hunters... Hirogen... ambush... park..." the traveler lapsed into unconsciousness, not dead, but getting close to it.
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"Shall we return fire Father?" Celina asked, paw over the gun controls.
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"I believe that's what your father commanded, Celina," Voro responded as several Coalition and allied warships fired on the Covenant and Mandalorian ships.
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"Oh...Sorry." Celina repliedpressing the button to fire the weapons.
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*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam stopped firing when the new ship came up. "Wait... Could that be? ...You gotta be kiddin' me. They're coming to me? This is almost too easy!"
*Outpost Hood*
Anna replied to the twosome: "Yes, this ship has a cloaking device. Of course it has. This ship is all-purpose, but it defences are strong. That's useful for any ship, btw."
*Corneria*
Maria signalled the robots and insantly started treating the soldier's wounds. To the defend robot she said: "It would seem our visitor has been robbed. Go to the park, and see whether those guys are still there!" The robot raced away instantly, heading straight for the local park.
*Gaia*
Zyth answered: "Understood. Give me a moment, I'll talk this over with the GTA."
Disclaimer: the "GTA" has got nothing to do with the "GTA" game series and is a completely peaceful trade organisation.
*Tomahawk*
Omega said: "Got it. I'll let the king know." Just on that moment king Hor'kuu slithered in. "Oh! Your majesty", Omega said, bowing, "Draco Bellator filled me in already. This trade starts out with basic goods and goes to more complex items when it's going right." Now the king came through the radio. "Greetings, Bellator. I am king Hor'kuu Ice. Elder Omega filled me in. I'd rather talk this over personally, if you mind. Give me your location, and I'll come together with the elder and the queen, Farrar Fire." He turned to the elder. "Get the Steel Leviathan ready." "Yes sir," he responded.
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*** Tomahawk ***
"Understood, your majesty," Draco responded. "Transmitting my location. Be advised, however, Dragon'taan is still recovering from a fairly recent attack."
*** Corneria ***
The robots would find that the Hirogen Hunters the injured man spoke of were not there. The injured man, however, remained unconscious as he was treated.
*** Titania Orbit ***
The Thermopylae fired its weapons at the enemy fleet, and they responded by engaging engines and charging for the allied lines.
"Why do they always do this...?" Markus sighed. "Do they never learn?"
*** Outpost Sargasso ***
The massive Covenant ship began a sensor sweep of the region, and at the same time, sent out an open hail. What was said was completely unintelligible, but it sounded like they were here looking for something.
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Two of the 12 Tigarian freighters broke off from the convoy heading towards the Covenant fleet.
"Careful, Markus you never know what a Cornered beast might do." Krystal warned
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*Tomahawk*
King Hor'kuu responded: "Understood. Don't worry, we're not coming for sightseeing."
*Gaia*
The GTA came after a few minutes with an answer: "UIA, we'd like to put up a test connection. If this goes well for one year we'll move up the tier of traded items by one. This process repeats itself until there's a full trade, or until it goes wrong." With the message they received the coordinates of Gaia.
*Corneria*
The guard looked around. "NEGATIVE," he concluded, and went back. Mary, in the meantime, tried to get the man as good and bad as possible in shape.
*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam tried to make sense of the message. He got a headache out of it. "Ugh. This is no good. But who, or what is the thing after? I do so hope it's not me." He purposedly didn't set the weaponry on stand-by.
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*** Corneria ***
While the robots were away, three armored aliens entered Mary's Pharmacy:
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"You move, you die," the Alpha of the group said, pointing a Tetryon Pulse Disruptor at Mary.
*** Titania Orbit ***
The Covenant ships continued their charge, firing plasma torpedoes as they went. The Thermopylae drilled them from afar, shredding their ships as they...
An unexpected twist occurred when the Mandalorian ships present fired on the Covenant, as the massive Mandator turned to port, readying it's broadside array of weapons.
"What the devil are they doing...?" Markus muttered.
"Why are they firing on their allies?" Voro asked.
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
The massive OAS Assault Carrier continued it's open broadcast, seemingly unaware of Fayam's presence. Either that, or they did not consider him a threat. They were running with shields down, weapons powered down, and their sensor sweeps were directed in the direction of the Asteroids.
Finally, a broadcast in galactic standard went out:
"Allied Asset Regent-01, this is the Prophet of Revenge, commanding the Command Carrier Righteous Fury - if you can hear me on this channel, acknowledge this transmission."
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"Don't know but be prepared for them to fire on us too." Krystal noted.
"Umm Dad two of those Tigarian ships are headed straight for the Covenant battlegroup, their unmanned." Celina noted.
"Tigarian kamikaze drones." Krystal noted.
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"Since when did the Tigarians do Kamikaze runs?" Markus scoffed.
The Mandalorians, in complete control of the Mandator, fired it's starboard broadside array of turbolasers, while the Borg "patches" all over the hull fired Shield Inversion torpedoes at the Covenant ships.
"Great," Markus grumbled, "something else to watch out for..."
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"Their robotic or remotely controlled." Krystal noted. "It's not really new they've done it ever since they've perfected the art of AI and remote controlled ships." Krystal explained.
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***Skyrim: Overworld***
Cecilia and the rest of the gang were following a troop of Thalmor very closely and quietly. A further distance away: the Argonian traveler had been trekking along the hills of Skyrim. His eyes caught a glimpse of the event. It was pretty odd, he contimplated on whether to intervene or not. From what he saw, it looked like a sensitive situation.
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The Thalmor infiltrators blithely led Vokun, Lokahviing to a secluded area near the dragon burial mound near Kynesgrove. Vokun hunkered down in some bushes with Lokahviing, in time to see the Thalmor infiltrators activate a stone, and a doorway down into a hidden enclave appear.
"No wonder they've kept well-hidden," Lokahviing commented.
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De-cloaking near the activation stone, Kyra looked over the stone " Hmm, typical nordic tomb entrance..." She muttered waiting for the others to catch up.
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(Rejoining)
**OKB Zero Capital Katorga**
Irinushka sat in his office staring at two officers. Irinushka asked, "What did you do to that commander?" One of the officers spoke up, "Executed him sir." Irinushka smiled, "Good." One of the officers pulled a folder out from his jacket and placed it onto the desk, "Sir we've been getting signals of something in our orbit." Irinushka picked up the folder and began to read the it. He looked up from the folder, "What is it?" The officers responded at the same time, "No one knows."
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Cecilia had been in the bushes with the other two. As the elves activated the stone she slowly rose her head out of the shrubbery to see the entrance open. "Are we going in there with them?" She whispered.
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*** Corneria ***
While the robots were away, three armored aliens entered Mary's Pharmacy:
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"You move, you die," the Alpha of the group said, pointing a Tetryon Pulse Disruptor at Mary.
*** Titania Orbit ***
The Covenant ships continued their charge, firing plasma torpedoes as they went. The Thermopylae drilled them from afar, shredding their ships as they...
An unexpected twist occurred when the Mandalorian ships present fired on the Covenant, as the massive Mandator turned to port, readying it's broadside array of weapons.
"What the devil are they doing...?" Markus muttered.
"Why are they firing on their allies?" Voro asked.
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
The massive OAS Assault Carrier continued it's open broadcast, seemingly unaware of Fayam's presence. Either that, or they did not consider him a threat. They were running with shields down, weapons powered down, and their sensor sweeps were directed in the direction of the Asteroids.
Finally, a broadcast in galactic standard went out:
"Allied Asset Regent-01, this is the Prophet of Revenge, commanding the Command Carrier Righteous Fury - if you can hear me on this channel, acknowledge this transmission."
*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam shocked. This was one of the three he was after, and he was overjoyed. "Too easy. Just too easy." he muttered, and pressed a code in on a numpad. This caused a huge launcher to lower from the Blowfish MK. II, and unlocked a big red button. Fayam smacked it and made for a hasty escape. A Nuclear Torpedo was headed straight for the carrier.
*Corneria*
Mary stared at them and simply couldn't move. Then the guard robot came back in. Instantly it activated its weaponry. "WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE, FULLY ARMED? DON'T YOU DARE TO SHOOT, OR ELSE I'LL SHOOT FIRST!" he told them.
*Tomahawk*
"The Steel Leviathan is ready!" Omega said. Hor'kuu answered: "I'll be right there." To the radio: "I'm coming." He went in the ship and it shot away in space.
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*** Corneria ***
While the robots were away, three armored aliens entered Mary's Pharmacy:
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"You move, you die," the Alpha of the group said, pointing a Tetryon Pulse Disruptor at Mary.
*** Titania Orbit ***
The Covenant ships continued their charge, firing plasma torpedoes as they went. The Thermopylae drilled them from afar, shredding their ships as they...
An unexpected twist occurred when the Mandalorian ships present fired on the Covenant, as the massive Mandator turned to port, readying it's broadside array of weapons.
"What the devil are they doing...?" Markus muttered.
"Why are they firing on their allies?" Voro asked.
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
The massive OAS Assault Carrier continued it's open broadcast, seemingly unaware of Fayam's presence. Either that, or they did not consider him a threat. They were running with shields down, weapons powered down, and their sensor sweeps were directed in the direction of the Asteroids.
Finally, a broadcast in galactic standard went out:
"Allied Asset Regent-01, this is the Prophet of Revenge, commanding the Command Carrier Righteous Fury - if you can hear me on this channel, acknowledge this transmission."
*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam shocked. This was one of the three he was after, and he was overjoyed. "Too easy. Just too easy." he muttered, and pressed a code in on a numpad. This caused a huge launcher to lower from the Blowfish MK. II, and unlocked a big red button. Fayam smacked it and made for a hasty escape. A Nuclear Torpedo was headed straight for the carrier.
*Corneria*
Mary stared at them and simply couldn't move. Then the guard robot came back in. Instantly it activated its weaponry. "WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE, FULLY ARMED? DON'T YOU DARE TO SHOOT, OR ELSE I'LL SHOOT FIRST!" he told them.
*Tomahawk*
"The Steel Leviathan is ready!" Omega said. Hor'kuu answered: "I'll be right there." To the radio: "I'm coming." He went in the ship and it shot away in space.
--- Corneria ---
a red laser beam from something like a laser pointer pointed at the back of the head of the leading alien. "Fire and your brains go all over the floor. Growled an armored she-wolf in armor de-cloaking at the door, sniper rifle (http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/halo/images/2/2f/SRS99D-S2AM-SniperRifle-profile-transparent.png/revision/latest?cb=20120110031340) held in her arms pointing at the lead alien her sight still emitting the laser, Cornerian officers behind her also pointing their guns at the aliens
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*** Corneria ***
"We have come for the prey," the Alpha growled. "Do not interfere with our hunt, or you will be hunted with him." It was immediately afterward that a rapid tapping similar to a woodpecker pecking at wood rapidly could be heard, as a trio of red dots made their way up the Alpha's back.
*** Sargasso Outpost ***
The massive OAS Command Carrier took the nuclear blast, and emerged seemingly unharmed. However, sensors would show that engines, shields, and weapons were offline - the only system that was unaffected was an emergency subspace beacon that went active the moment the carrier was disabled.
*** Titania Orbit ***
Yet another twist occurred when the Covenant ships' radio traffic went haywire, and the entire fleet tore tail out of there, the ion trails heading for the Sargasso outpost. "What the he--? Where are they going in such a hurry?"
"Lord-Admiral," the comms officer piped up, "I'm getting a subspace distress beacon in the Sargasso region..." the ensign paused, then added, "Sir, the Prophets' ship has been disabled by a surprise nuclear torpedo attack."
"Great," Markus grumbled. "Just what I need - a conundrum. On this hand, we have the Mandalorians and their Borg-Refitted Mandator, but on the other, we have a golden opportunity to take the Prophets out of the equation."
*** Outpost Hood ***
The moment they team had been waiting for had come - a transwarp aperture opened up, swirling and pulsating. Lian and Remus' ship both engaged cloaking devices and headed for the aperture.
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"So what do we do?" Krystal asked, the Tigarian 'Kamikaze ships stopping as the covenant fleet fled.
**Corneria**
Ruby the large she-wolf growled and pressed down on her trigger, not enough to fire it but close enough to show that she was serious. "Your out numbered and out gunned." The Black she-wolf growled.
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"We can't afford to let either of these targets slip away," Markus said. "But if we go after one, we--"
"Dad," Saraabi interjected, "Allow me to point out that we have a fleet the size of which would allow us to divide forces and not compromise the mission. Whatever target we take, our allies can take the other."
*** Corneria ***
The trio of red dots stopped at the center of the Alpha's back as he said, "All part of the hunt - the greater the odds, the greater the victory." That rapid tapping sounded again, and then again, with a lowered pitch.
"Alpha... I think--" one of the Betas started.
"Silence!" The Alpha shouted. He looked to Mary and growled, "Give us the prey, and we will let you live."
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*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam turned back after seeing the huge nuclear impact. Now he went into full assault on the carrier.
*Outpost Hood*
As soon as the aperture opened Anna turned the ship full throttle into it. The gunslinger and second commander activated the ship's offence and defences.
*Corneria*
The robot didn't like that at all. It fired a salvo of plasma shots directly in the hunters' backs.
*Outer Space*
The Steel Leviathan shot through space at very high speed, reaching Dragon'taan in a blink. Now the captain of the ship contacted: "DMC, this is the Steel Leviathan, requesting to land for trade discussions."
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"We can't afford to let either of these targets slip away," Markus said. "But if we go after one, we--"
"Dad," Saraabi interjected, "Allow me to point out that we have a fleet the size of which would allow us to divide forces and not compromise the mission. Whatever target we take, our allies can take the other."
*** Corneria ***
The trio of red dots stopped at the center of the Alpha's back as he said, "All part of the hunt - the greater the odds, the greater the victory." That rapid tapping sounded again, and then again, with a lowered pitch.
"Alpha... I think--" one of the Betas started.
"Silence!" The Alpha shouted. He looked to Mary and growled, "Give us the prey, and we will let you live."
"Well, Markus?" Krystal asked "How do we divide it up?" she added.
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Markus thought for a moment, then looked to Celina. "Celina, get a line to Vader and the Imperial Alliance Fleet and Drake with his fleet - they can have the Mandalorian target. Do not let that Mandator get away; Saraabi, take the helm, get us back to Sargasso ASAP!"
Saraabi took the helm as requested, and began turning the ship around. The Coalition fleet went with the Thermopylae, along with the Sangheili under Grand Admiral Rtas 'Vadum, while Drake stayed with the Imperial Alliance forces.
*** Corneria ***
Seconds after the Robot opened fire, a plasma caster discharged, and burned a hole in the Alpha's chest. One of the Betas that survived found himself being stabbed in the back moments later, screaming as he was hefted off his feet by a shimmering, distorted figure. The apparition silenced the Hirogen's screams, then de-cloaked, revealing a strange creature:
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The creature made that same rapid ticking noise, looking directly at Mary, then Ruby, then the unconscious man Mary had been operating on. The creature pointed at the man, and uttered, "Friend."
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Affirmative, Steel Leviathan, land when ready - advise you land outside the city; it's still messy there. General Bellator will meet you at the LZ."
*** Outpost Hood ***
"Devoras to team - just follow me, and we'll get to the destination fine," Lian broadcasted to the team over a private channel. Her ship headed for the aperture, and Remus - in the RRW Obisek's Legacy - was close behind.
"Remus to Anna - stay close," came the deep-set voice of Remus.
*** Outpost Sargasso ***
The Command Carrier was helpless before Fayam's assault - the only trouble was the ship's size; it would take Fayam hours to completely destroy it, and even longer to navigate the halls to capture the Prophets. Their consolation? Their beacon had been picked up.
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"Message sent...WHOOA!" Celina replied moments before the ship took off.
"Mind giving us a warning next time, Saraabi?"Krystal asked. "Inertial dampers only work so well." The Blue Vixen added , able to keep her balance, but showing signs that she may have lost it for a few seconds.
--- Corneria ---
"it's not often i see a Predator, let alone one who can partially speak, English." Ruby started "What brings you here?"
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The Predator pointed to himself, saying, "Debt. Owe." He then pointed to the unconscious man and continued, "Friend."
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"I see." Ruby replied , starting to make sense of the situation, seeming the immediate area cleared she put her sniper rifle onto the magnetic weapon holster on the back of her armor.
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(Waiting for others to post before I post again.)
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((I had updated my story a while ago. I'm waiting for you Kyle ;) ))
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(Oh. Sorry. Must have missed that.)
Lokahviing leveled his rifle and slowly stepped into the Thalmor outpost, then motioned for the others to come inside quickly. "We can't give them time to erase data," he said as Vokun stepped in. Xalek approached Cecilia, handing her a War Blade.
"You may need this," he told her. "My old war blade, before I got my lightsaber. I keep it sharp for special occasions, and you may need it in there."
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Markus thought for a moment, then looked to Celina. "Celina, get a line to Vader and the Imperial Alliance Fleet and Drake with his fleet - they can have the Mandalorian target. Do not let that Mandator get away; Saraabi, take the helm, get us back to Sargasso ASAP!"
Saraabi took the helm as requested, and began turning the ship around. The Coalition fleet went with the Thermopylae, along with the Sangheili under Grand Admiral Rtas 'Vadum, while Drake stayed with the Imperial Alliance forces.
*** Corneria ***
Seconds after the Robot opened fire, a plasma caster discharged, and burned a hole in the Alpha's chest. One of the Betas that survived found himself being stabbed in the back moments later, screaming as he was hefted off his feet by a shimmering, distorted figure. The apparition silenced the Hirogen's screams, then de-cloaked, revealing a strange creature:
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The creature made that same rapid ticking noise, looking directly at Mary, then Ruby, then the unconscious man Mary had been operating on. The creature pointed at the man, and uttered, "Friend."
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Affirmative, Steel Leviathan, land when ready - advise you land outside the city; it's still messy there. General Bellator will meet you at the LZ."
*** Outpost Hood ***
"Devoras to team - just follow me, and we'll get to the destination fine," Lian broadcasted to the team over a private channel. Her ship headed for the aperture, and Remus - in the RRW Obisek's Legacy - was close behind.
"Remus to Anna - stay close," came the deep-set voice of Remus.
*** Outpost Sargasso ***
The Command Carrier was helpless before Fayam's assault - the only trouble was the ship's size; it would take Fayam hours to completely destroy it, and even longer to navigate the halls to capture the Prophets. Their consolation? Their beacon had been picked up.
*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam laughed wickedly while taking out the ship, but the smile wiped from his face when he noticed it went so slowly.
*Outpost Hood*
Anna copied: "Roger! Staying close." She kept a close eye to the others through the windshield.
*Corneria*
Mary didn't understand the situation at all, and the robot stopped firing. Mary asked: "Wait. Who are you? And what did those three hunters do here? I'm sorry, but I'm terribly confused." Fortunately most of the man's wounds had been taken care of by then.
*Dragon'taan*
"Understood," the captain said. He made the thing descend to the LZ.
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Cecilia took the sword from Xalek. "Thanks," she said while looking at it from all around. She followed the group into the ruins.
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(Oh. Sorry. Must have missed that.)
Lokahviing leveled his rifle and slowly stepped into the Thalmor outpost, then motioned for the others to come inside quickly. "We can't give them time to erase data," he said as Vokun stepped in. Xalek approached Cecilia, handing her a War Blade.
"You may need this," he told her. "My old war blade, before I got my lightsaber. I keep it sharp for special occasions, and you may need it in there."
"I'll move ahead and see if I can find the data room." Kyra whispered , cloaking again as she headed to he back of the building.
--- Earth Oklahoma/Kansas border---
"The national Weather service has issued a Tornado Warning for." A Radio chattered, before being shut off "YEAH I KNOW!" yelled the pilot a Grey she-wolf. seeing the clouds ahead beginning to show the signs of a tornado. " Spotter2 are you still on my tail?" She called out over the radio. "I Repeat Spotter2 Do you copy?" She called out again 'Damn human tech." She growled, thinking that the ship that had been following her had been blow off by the fierce winds. "This is Tornado1 to base I'm heading straight into the funnel!" "Godspeed Tornado one." Came the reply from base.
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*** Corneria ***
The Predator went about disposing the bodies of the Hirogen Hunters via a corrosive blue liquid that disintegrated the bodies and left the Pharmacy floor pristine, then looked to Mary. Pointing at the unconscious man, he said, "Me... help..." In an effort to clarify, he took out a small device from his attire, ran his finger along a certain spot, and the device opened into what appeared to be an alien medical kit.
*** Outpost Sargasso ***
As Fayam went about taking out the Prophets' ship, the Covenant fleet dropped out of slipspace, and an open transmission went out, directed at Fayam: "Attention, assassin - you are assaulting the ship of the Hierarchs of the Reborn Covenant! You are commanded to cease your attack, power down, and surrender, or suffer the dire consequences!"
On long-range sensors, and the Covenant fleet seemingly unaware of it, the Coalition fleet and their Sangheili allies were fast approaching.
*** Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ***
Lokahviing slowly moved, keeping as quiet as he could, following distant voices.
"... found a blind spot in their patrols," came the voice of one of the Thalmor agents.
"About time!" one exclaimed. "The constant run from the SSF every time they spot us is getting old!"
"I still find it unlikely - the thing we're after," a third stated. "How does command know it's a stargate?"
Lokahviing and Vokun froze in the shadows just shy of where the Thalmor agents were holding their meeting upon the mention of "Stargate".
*** Outpost Hood ***
The Devoras was first into the Transwarp Aperture - the Obisek's Legacy entered moments later, the commanders of both ships hoping Anna and her ship was close behind.
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--- Corneria ---
Ruby, being telepathic was able to tell the Predator was speaking truthful , moved to the wall to get out of the way
--- Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ----
A light shimmering outline of an anthrmorphic Feline appeared against the wall very near one of the Thalmor then vanished, Kyra tried her best to show Lokahviing where she was without revealing herself.
--- Earth ---
"Tornado one to Command. Instruments showing a tornado is forming, turbulence is increasing I'm not going to be able to hold her in the air, Engaging Hard Light shields, wish me luck I'm going to attempt to Ride this thing!" Lupe said over the comms, by now the turbulence was so high inside the top of the rapidly forming tornado.
Her craft would never be able to fly out, so she did what she could, flipping a switch her craft was suddenly covered in orange lined polygons of Hard Light shields that would, protect her from a hard landing, the craft starting to spin with the spinning air in the forming tornado, she shut her eyes to avoid getting sick locking her craft into it's current orientation then drifted off into deep meditation, all the while her craft gathering data on wind speed bio metric pressure, and other weather information, somehow kept aloft by the very tornadic winds that form a Tornado.
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As Cecilia hid in the dark with the others. All of a sudden she felt a burning sensation in her nose. It started to quiver and her eyes began to twitch. It was as if her nose was about to explode, she started to gasp and panic. Cecilia took a paw and pinched her nose as hard as she possibly could. The feeling began to pass, and she relaxed.
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*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam paused the attack for a while, thinking for a bit. After a few moments, however, he checked the radar. He saw the reinforcements and brutally responded: "Um... NO!" He went back in full assault.
*Transwarp Aperture*
Anna was third to enter, but managed to keep the ships of the others in sight.
*Corneria*
Maria understood that the weird creature was an alien of some sort, clearly friendly. She knodded. "You go ahead."
*Dragon'taan*
The Steel Leviathan got to the LZ and landed just like Leviathans would.
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*** Dragon'taan ***
Shortly afterward, a drop ship appeared, landed nearby, and deposited several humans, one of which wore the strangest - though heavily-decorated - armor, colored in Brown and White with a visor over his eyes. Clipped to this man's belt were a pair of lightsabers. It was clear that this was General Draco Bellator as he approached the Steel Leviathan.
*** Transwarp Aperture, destination unknown ***
"Lian to Anna and Remus - once we clear the Aperture, we'll want to engage cloaking devices so as not to be spotted by whoever's on the other side," Lian said to her two other companions in this op, "Intel says it's a combination force of Kazon pirates and the Cardassians working with the True Way, but gods know who else has joined up with them. Copy?"
*** Corneria ***
The Predator went to work immediately, stabilizing the more severe wounds, administering an antibiotic compound, and finishing up by jabbing his sides with an odd device. The injured man awoke immediately with a startled, pained scream, cursing loudly. Upon seeing the Predator, he relaxed fractionally. "Should have known you were lurking in my shadows, old friend," he said.
*** Titania Orbit ***
The Imperial Alliance fleet engaged the Mandalorian fleet immediately when the Coalition and the Sangheili went after the Covenant after learning the Prophets' ship was disabled and under attack. With Drake and the Marauder Corps providing cover fire with Mass Drivers, missiles and torpedoes, Vader and the UIA Fleet advanced on the Mandalorian fleet, while Luke led the Fighter groups against Mandalorian fighters.
*** Outpost Sargasso ***
The Covenant fleet launched fighters after Fayam, a swarm of Seraph Bombers and their fighter variants. However, just seconds after they launched, the Coalition and Sangheili fleets dropped out of light speed - right on top of them. An open line went out, and Markus could be heard in an odd accent saying, "Surprise, mother******!"
The allied fleets dropped out of light speed with shields and weapons already powered, and the second they were secure, laid into the Covenant with Turbolasers, Ion Cannons, Autocannons, Gauss Cannons, and missiles and torpedoes of varying kinds. The Covenant fleet was caught completely off-guard, and nearly land of them went down shredded and scrapped before they could return fire.
One of the Sangheili ships - a CAS-class Assault Carrier called the Retribution's Thunder - sent out a private message to Fayam: "Assailant," said the deep-set voice of Admiral Rtas 'Vadum, "I don't know who you are, but if you are attacking the prophets' ship, I will consider you our ally. I am sending boarding parties to the Prophets' ship; first thing I would request of you is to ensure the Prophets cannot scramble fighter support - disable their hangar. A few torpedoes to the hangar bay should do the trick; the hangar is located toward the aft of the ship, that lump-looking structure with the opening shielded by a magnetic containment field. Next, do anything you can to aid in the capture of the prophets; I don't know what High General Indari or Grand Admiral 'Vadam told you, but know that, while we will have no qualms if the Prophets are killed, we want them alive, if possible. Do you understand?"
*** Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ***
"What was that?" one of the Thalmor agents asked, apparently hearing Cecilia gasp.
"What was what?" the first agent asked back.
"I thought I heard something," the one agent responded.
"Rulundil, I think you need to lay off the drinks," the third agent commented. "I didn't hear anything."
Lokahviing looked back at the others, putting his hands over his ears and mouthing "Cover your ears, close your eyes." Looking to Kyra, he grabbed a flashbang, pulled the pin, and nodded to her - "Take cover, but be ready," being the intended message. He waited for the others to be ready before he released the clip and tossed the flashbang into the room.
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Cecilia did as she was told, she closed her eyes and folded her ears down with her paws. As an added precaution, she buried her nose under her coat.
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--- Titania Orbit ---
The Trade federation ships left with the Mandalorian fleet due to their slow speed compared tot he covenant fleet launched droid fighters in an attempt to slow down the UIA fighters.
--- Outpost Sargasso----
"Was such language needed, Markus?" Krystal asked, monitoring the status of the NCC Two-tailed fleet.
"Dad, the Covenant are sending out some droid fighters they carried with them to supplement their banshee's and Seraph's!" Celina noted
The Kitsune cruisers along with the FoxFire and the Venator Destroyer assumed escort positions near the Coalition ships swatting down fighters with their beam cannons.
"This is the Foxfire to the fleet our boarding team is ready to board the covenant vessel." Said Fyra the captain of the FoxFire.
--- Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ---
Kyra having her ears and eyes covered by her helmet didn't really need to cover anything ,but went to work quickly after the flash bang blew attempting to knock out as many of the Thalmor as she could with a sort of Vulcan neck pinch.
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*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam yelled: "Understood! I'll be on my way. Before I forget: I'm Fayam Aerial, Bounty hunter. I'm after the reward on that prophet's head. But I'll help anyway." He turned the ship over to the pointed part and launched another of his superpowered Nuclear Torpedoes.
*Transwarp Aperture*
Anna yelled back: "Already in battle mode, sir. I wish to help no matter who or what may await."
*Corneria*
Mary was surprised to see the effectivity of the kit. "Oh wow. That worked! Now... will you two be alright?"
*Dragon'taan*
Now it was the time for the Steel Leviathan to open its doors and three snake-like creatures came out, with dragon wings and -heads. One was white-blue and wore a gold crown. It said: "Greetings. You must be Draco Bellator? I'm King Hor'kuu Ice, at your service."
The second was red-yellow with a silver crown. It introduced itself as: "And I'm Queen Farrar Fire. Nice to finally meet you."
The last was brown-silvery. It said: "I'm the elder, Omega Infinity. Pleasure's all mine."
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*** Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ***
Lokahviing lobbed the flashbang into the room, and the Altmer Elves inside, upon hearing the clank, clank, clank! of the device bouncing on the floor toward them, reacted with surprise, but moved a split second too late to avoid the blinding flash and deafening BANG! when the device went off. Lokahviing moved in and gunned down one of the Thalmor agents, while Vokun force-pushed the second into a wall, knocking him unconscious.
*** Outpost Sargasso ***
While the nuke did very little physical damage to the gargantuan vessel the prophets were on, it did disable the magnetic containment field on the hangar, causing the void to suck out anyone unlucky enough to be in the hangar when the nuke went off. The Sangheili boarding parties advanced on the OAS Carrier while Markus and the Coalition went about shredding the Covenant ships into scrap. The Covenant refused to retreat.
*** Unknown location ***
(If you want an image on any of the ships mentioned, just look them up in Google. Not hard to spot.)
The Transwarp Aperture led the three ships to an unexplored region dominated by a fleet of Kazon Raiders, Kazon Predators, Breen Cruisers, and Cardassian Galor Battleships. However, there were a trio of ships that stood out among the rest - a D'Deridex Warbird guarded by a pair of Mogai Warbirds. The moment the Devoras and the Obisek's Legacy exited transwarp, they immediately engaged cloaking devices.
"Status?" Lian asked.
"We are secured from warp... Ma'am, I have a reading dead astern, it seems to be a massive device that is generating the Transwarp Apertures in the galaxy," the Tactical officer responded.
"A Transwarp Hub," Lian surmised.
"That just leaves the question of how these people wrested such a device from the Borg - they're the only ones with Transwarp Technology on this scale," James commented.
"Commander," Ops piped up, "I'm detecting three Romulan Warbirds in the area - reading one D'Deridex and two Mogai Warbirds. Their IFF Tags don't match that of the Romulan Republic or the Star Empire under Empress Sela."
"That means we have Tal Shiar instigating this," Lian growled. "Comms - alert Commander Anna - go full stealth when she exits the transwarp tunnel - we have Tal Shiar warships in the area."
*** Corneria ***
"I'll be fine, now, thank you," the injured man grunted as he shakily got on his feet. "And by the way... names' Thomas Black, adopted member of the Klingon house of Martok."
"Martok. Powerful. Frend. You. Make." the predator uttered.
"Right, and this is my old Yaut'ja friend and ally, Ki'Dau'Chi," Thomas said, "And he was saying that you've earned powerful friends in the house of Martok tonight. Klingons always pay their debts."
*** Dragon'taan ***
"A pleasure to meet all of you," Draco said. "And yes, I am Draco Bellator. High General Indari extends his apologies for not being here personally - he is tending to a military campaign against the Reborn Covenant after they attacked us unprovoked. Regardless, I trust he will be satisfied to know we are still trading with other factions across the galaxy. Which reminds me, what areas of your world need what supplies, if I may ask?"
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--- Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ----
"We're killing them?" Kyra asked, stepping over to the last Thalmor, fist clenched as she approached him. "Or Can I... Interrogate him?" She asked.
--- Outpost Sargsso ----
The FoxFire (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/1c/a9/0a/1ca90a7263e1b01eebfeb4bf80559ab6.jpg) Launched a boarding team towards the OAS Carrier, consiting of a few marines and a couple medium mechs built for boarding ships. The Boarding craft touching down in the now open hanger, the ramp dropped revealing Wolf Clone Space Marines and two Nova battlemechs (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/564x/8f/44/be/8f44be8b75ed18df38f3c6ff83d357ef.jpg).
--- Corneria ---
"Thank you ,But I think the DMC already has good relations to the Klingon Empire, I suppose we're just returning the favor of Alliance." Ruby noted, leaned against the wall "I have to say though your friend, I haven't seen his kind around."
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Cecilia remained hidden as everyone else went about dealing with the elves. After everything went quiet, she slowly let go of her ears and opened her eyes to find everyone past the corner. She walked over and let out a sigh of relief as she saw the elves incapacitated. "So that was it? Or are there more?" She asked.
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*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam joined in on the parties entering the big ship. He wanted the bounty, no matter what.
*???*
Anna exited the transwarp, with the ship already cloaked. She scratched her chin. "Got it," she returned. To herself: "Hm. Warships. Could've seen this coming. I'd best head home after this to update on my tech." To the crew: "Get ready- We've got a fight ahead!"
*Corneria*
Mary sighed of relief. "Oh! Ok. Now... Good thing you're standing again. But what was this whole hunter thingy about?" The robots had gone back to work already.
*Dragon'taan*
King hor'kuu responded: "Do tell General Indari that you negiotiate about trade with us. And that I'd love to meet him in person. But anyway... I can explain the whole situation better with a map." Queen Farrar joined in: "What I can already tell you is that Tomahawk is plentiful and does not need food or water supplies. Definately not water. It's all swamp out there, with surprisingly drinkable water." Elder Omega stepped up: "Now... Would you mind boarding the Steel Leviathan? We can summon a holographic map there, what'll make the explanation significantly easier."
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(Uh, Fayam, you might want to check your fire - forces under Alex's command are now in the hangar you're firing on. So you'd be killing them unless you're attacking another hangar, one of the ones to port or starboard.)
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Certainly - lead the way," Draco responded.
*** Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ***
"I'm sure these three weren't the only ones hereabout," Vokun said, advancing on the last Altmer, still dazed by the flashbang.
"Sure, go ahead," Lokahviing responded to Kyra. "Let's see what they hope to gain from that... 'stargate'."
*** Corneria ***
"The Hirogen?" Thomas asked for clarification.
*** Transwarp Hub, unknown region ***
The three ships remained cloaked just outside the enemy fleet's sensor range. Unfortunately, they'd find they hit a bit of a snag:
"Commander," Comms piped up, "We're getting a jamming signal affecting our long-range communications."
"So we can't call in the fleet," Lian growled.
"Remus to Lian," came Remus' voice over a coded channel only accessible to the team, "My long-range comms are being jammed."
"Same here," Lian responded. "Anna, are you having the same problem?"
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--- Outpost Sargasso ---
"Foxfire to allied vessel , watch your fire you almost hit our boarding party!" Came Fyra's response to the antimatter attack, the Boarding party joining up with the Sangheili boarding parties.
--- Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ---
Kyra smirked, tied up and then and sprayed the unconscious Thalmore with water to wake him up.
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*** Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ***
"Hey, uh... what do we do with this guy?" Ashara asked, indicating the Thalmor agent who was still conscious, but still recovering from the flashbang.
"String him up with his friend," Vokun suggested. Suddenly, there was a distant CLANG! that reverberated through the room, coming from back where the team had come from. Lokahviing checked his motion tracker, then said,
"Ambush positions, people - we've got company."
*** Outpost Sargasso ***
The Sangheili boarding craft bored through the OAS Command Carrier's hull, and the Sangheili boarding parties entered the ship on several decks, the Sangheili slicing and dicing their way through the Jiralhanae troops and their Kig-Yar and Unggoy subordinates. The Yanme'e made no appearance in the fight, and the Huragok stayed out of the way of the rampaging Sangheili and NCC troops. Each team had the same destination in mind - the bridge, where the three prophet hierarchs were reported to be.
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Cecilia took cover under a nearby table. She cluched her sword tightly in her paws. Hopefully she wouldn't have to use it.
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(I would like to rejoin the rp if possible.)
Name: Kammy Zoravich
Age: ? (Was one of the original Vampires to walk the lands of Tamriel.)
Gender: Female
Species: Kitsune Vampire
Attire: A white cloak that blends in almost perfectly to snowy environment of skyrim (has ranger green one for the more forested areas as well), enchanted glass armor that protects against fire and electricity damage, black shirt, black pants and a pair of leather boots. She also carries a ring that wards off the sun's rays so she is not weak.
Height/weight: 5 ft 8 inches/ 163 pounds
Weapons loadout: A daedric bow with life absorbing properties, a strange bastard sword that radiates holy and unholy magic, and a daedric dagger which also absorbs life.
Starting area: Skyrim
Short Bio: Called by many as the Ghost of Skyrim, Kammy is a legend amongst the people of who inhabit the area. Said to come when least expected and punish those who prey on the weak. Slaying bandits, monsters, and even dragons, Kammy has become a true hero to the people. Very few know her true identity though and many wonder how she has lived so long in the wilderness. The truth is she is a vampire and while many never remember this she has actually had to drink the blood of the people she saves. She never kills these people and is actually strictly against killing those who don't deserve it. She is probably one of the few good vampires out there and claims that the people of skyrim are like her sheep, and she is there shepard.
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(I don't see why not, provided you read [or remember] the RP rules.)
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(Yeah I read them. That's why I tried to tone down the level of equipment I had instead of having like a full set of OP gear. If it does become a little OP I will make changes.)
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(Very well. Post your intro when ready.)
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*outside the Thalmor Embassy*
Kammy had been spying on the Thalmor Embassy from a tree, silently watching as the whole place seemed like a kicked hornets nest. She had been waiting to see if the Thalmor had brought any Skyrim citizens to the embassy but now it seems they are being attacked. After a little bit of sitting she decided this would be a good time to pick off some Thalmor.
Getting her bow out she picked off a few thalmor before hopping down with her sword drawn and started cutting a path through to where the prison was.
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(Uh, Fayam, you might want to check your fire - forces under Alex's command are now in the hangar you're firing on. So you'd be killing them unless you're attacking another hangar, one of the ones to port or starboard.)
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Certainly - lead the way," Draco responded.
*** Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ***
"I'm sure these three weren't the only ones hereabout," Vokun said, advancing on the last Altmer, still dazed by the flashbang.
"Sure, go ahead," Lokahviing responded to Kyra. "Let's see what they hope to gain from that... 'stargate'."
*** Corneria ***
"The Hirogen?" Thomas asked for clarification.
*** Transwarp Hub, unknown region ***
The three ships remained cloaked just outside the enemy fleet's sensor range. Unfortunately, they'd find they hit a bit of a snag:
"Commander," Comms piped up, "We're getting a jamming signal affecting our long-range communications."
"So we can't call in the fleet," Lian growled.
"Remus to Lian," came Remus' voice over a coded channel only accessible to the team, "My long-range comms are being jammed."
"Same here," Lian responded. "Anna, are you having the same problem?"
*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam joined in on the parties entering the big ship. He wanted the bounty, no matter what. That said, he rushed with the troops toward the bridge armed with his trusty plasma revolver.
*Transwarp hub*
Anna's ship shared the trouble. She called back: "It would appear so. Even though my technology isn't from this galaxy. 'Faith' carries Gaian tech, which uses a completely different wavelength. but... these signals seem to harrass those too."
*Corneria*
Mary blinked. "Uh... I think? I'm not sure who or what they were. But they wanted your head for some reason."
*Dragon'taan*
Hor'kuu responded on that: "Follow me." He simply went through the open door, followed by the other Leviathans. There they waited for Draco and his entourage.
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--- Outpost Sargasso ---
Fayam would get some dirty looks from some of the Fox fire's boarding party despite them working with him.
--- Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ---
"This is only the meeting room, there's a hidden doorway behind a bookcase here." Kyra said as she re-cloaked.
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*** OAS-class Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ***
The boarding parties all paused just shy of the bridge, waiting for confirmation from each team at each entrance to the bridge that they were ready. When they were set, they would run bypasses on the doors and swarm the bridge defenders. One of the Sangheili Rangers picked up a fallen Sangheili's Storm Rifle (https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/games/halo-5-guardians/tools-of-destruction/weapons/covenant-storm-rifle-a440460289a54237832d39becaaf0046.png (https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/games/halo-5-guardians/tools-of-destruction/weapons/covenant-storm-rifle-a440460289a54237832d39becaaf0046.png)) and handed it to Fayam. "Here," The Sangheili told him, "If you're going in there, you're gonna need this. The Jiralhanae Honor Guards don't go down easy."
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost Sargasso ***
While the NCC and Sangheili forces boarded the Prophets' ship, Markus went about eliminating the Covenant Fleet. "Lord-Admiral, enemy fleet has taken 86% losses," Tactical proclaimed.
"Comms, any hint at a retreat?" Markus asked.
"Negative, Lord-Admiral - we have them cut off, according to their chatter... and they're more concerned with getting through the Sangheili blockade to rescue their Prophets," Comms reported.
"They certainly are persistent, I'll give 'em that," Saraabi commented.
"Alert!" Tactical exclaimed, "Jiralhanae Commandant's ship has been identified! Salvation-class Assault Carrier, bearing two-two-four-mark-six degrees, port side!"
Markus got a malicious grin. "Right where I want him," he growled. "All port-side batteries, light him up!" The port-side weapons batteries of the Thermopylae-A lit up and opened fire on the Jiralhanae Commander's ship. The Kapoleron weapons battered through the shields and shredded the hull, taking out most of the Plasma turrets before they could get a single shot off.
*** Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ***
The team waited, but nothing happened. Two distant voices warbled in surprise, but were silenced as suddenly as they spoke. It was then that a team of SSF soldiers lined up near the entrance to the meeting room. "They're down here somewhere," said one with a Nordic accent.
"Intruder, identify!" Lokahviing commanded.
"Sergeant Gunjar Stone-Fist, sir," the Nord who'd spoken responded, apparently recognizing Lokahviing's voice. "General Galmar sent us to trail you and assist if you found the Thalmor Outpost."
"We had no idea it was this close to Windhelm," Another Nord commented. Lokahviing rose from cover, and Vokun, Xalek, and Ashara with him.
"You boys must be Stormcloak Special Forces, judging by your uniforms," Vokun surmised.
*** Corneria ***
"Yeah, that's their culture," Thomas sighed. "They hunt people like me for sport. Fortunately, they're a rare sight in this area."
Ki'Dau'Chi shook his head. "They. Hunt. For. True. Way... You. Their. Target. You. Danger. Them."
Thomas frowned. "The True Way wants me dead? Why? It doesn't make any sense."
*** Tramswarp Hub in Unexplored Regions ***
"Great," Lian grumbled. "Looks like we're on our own for now. We'll have to play this carefully if we want to get home in once piece." She paused, studying the Tal Shiar ships, then the Cardassians, then the Kazon, and it was when she was moving to study the Breen ships that she spotted something. "There - a break in their defenses. If we move now, we can get to a spot where we can infiltrate the control station without tipping them off! Come on!" The Devoras then headed for the aforementioned break, with the Obisek's Legacy close behind.
*** Dragon'taan ***
Draco and his aides stepped in after Hor'kuu, taking in the sight of the place. Draco even removed his visor, revealing his dark-brown eyes. "Incredible," he commented.
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Cecilia slowly creeped out of her hiding place and melted into the crowd. She headed over to Vokun's side, relieved that things have settled down. For a moment.
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Kammy went through the base being as stealthy as she could while under invisibility. It looked as though all the Thalmor had already been dealt with, however she was curious to see who had so thoroughly beaten these trained soldiers.
Going under the cover of an invisibility spell she showered the place, seeing storm cloak soldiers here and there but managed to bypass them. She was getting awful close to the meeting room and listened in on what was going on.
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--- OAS-class Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ---
The two Nova battlemechs too large to go any further stood guard at the door no one would come out until the Sangheili had finished their job as each nova was loaded with 12 pulse lasers and 2 hands.
--- Outpost Sargasso ---
ThE Fox Fire and it's attending fleet also started to tear holes into the Jiralhanae vessel which taken a beating from the Thermopylae was already in bad shape as it was.
--- Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ---
"Something's not right..." Kyra said looking around, ear flicking as she moved around the room, searching for something.
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Thinking they had figured out she was nearby Kammy sat perfectly still under a desk. Lucky for her she didn't have a pulse or else she might have had a heart attack right then and there.
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(Vi Vi, if you're going to be interacting with Lokahviing and the party at the Thalmor base in Skyrim, be advised, it's not the Embassy - it's a hidden base beneath Kynesgrove. In this timeline, the Thalmor Embassy was destroyed during the second Great War. For full details on that war, feel free to PM me.)
*** Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ***
Vokun sensed a new presence. "We're not alone in here..." he said, approaching a desk with lightsaber drawn, but not active.
Lokahviing unclipped his crossguard lightsaber from his belt and activated it, the violet blade flaring to life. The SSF soldiers moved slowly about the room.
"Master... I don't believe this new intruder means us any harm," Ashara commented. "In fact, given what I can sense, if they wanted to harm us, they would have done so by now."
"I concur," Xalek agreed. "Intruder... have no fear, reveal yourself. We have no desire to hurt you." While Xalek spoke to the unseen assailant, Lokahviing motioned for the troops to lower their rifles as a sign they were not hostile.
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(Oh that's what I was thinking. Can you send me a pm of the details?)
Seeing no way to get out of here without bumping into someone, Kammy sighs.
"Fine...I just wanted to see who did my job for me." Kammy comes out and drops the spell. She was wearing a mask to conceal her face and her white cloak.
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"This place is getting a little crowded..." Cecilia said, "so is it over? Or are there more places like this?" She asked.
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"Your job?" Lokahviing asked, curious. "Who sent you here and why?"
Vokun approached Cecilia. "You alright?" he asked her.
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Cecilia nodded, "yeah I'm fine, I wish I was a bit more brave I guess." She said.
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"Don't worry about it," Vokun assured Cecilia. "I won't hold it against you."
"It is not easy being in combat," Xalek told Cecilia. "Fortunately, Master Suleyk rarely ever goes into combat - he prefers research, development, fortification, anything that is away from the front lines."
"Indeed," Vokun affirmed. "That's why General Indari put me in charge of the DMC's R & D Department. The Sith, while we don't condone their methods, developed some interesting technologies. I find ways to adapt them to the Marauder Corps forces."
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"Your job?" Lokahviing asked, curious. "Who sent you here and why?"
Vokun approached Cecilia. "You alright?" he asked her.
"Oh no one sent me here, more or less i sent myself. I have seen the Thalmor capture some of skyrim's citizens and soldiers before, so i took it upon myself to make sure that didn't happen again. Cause after all i am hero to for the people." Kammy said and adjusted her mask.
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"Don't worry about it," Vokun assured Cecilia. "I won't hold it against you."
"It is not easy being in combat," Xalek told Cecilia. "Fortunately, Master Suleyk rarely ever goes into combat - he prefers research, development, fortification, anything that is away from the front lines."
"Indeed," Vokun affirmed. "That's why General Indari put me in charge of the DMC's R & D Department. The Sith, while we don't condone their methods, developed some interesting technologies. I find ways to adapt them to the Marauder Corps forces."
"Some people freeze up, at the very sight of a battle soldiers train for years to not freeze up in that moment, don't worry Mousy, your not alone." Kyra said turning to Vokun. "You and Tigress?" she asked the Jedi.
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Cecilia smiled, "Thanks you three. You know I'm not one for violence. I'll still try and help anyway I can."
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Seeing you guys distracted Kammy casually looked for an escape route and saw an unbarred window nearby. However now was not the time to make an escape, not with the Jedi still watching.
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Cecilia turned to face the masked person. "Hero of the people? That sounds like a nice title. You should stick with us if you can. We're here on our own mission to keep Skyrim safe."
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Kammy looks startled by this and starts to back up a towards the window.
"I am not sure that is such a good idea. I have certain...needs that need to be meet and i am sure your team would be very less then willing to accommodate them." Kammy almost tripped on a nearby chair and her masked slipped just enough to show her face. Her fur was snow white, eye blood red and had peculiarly long canines. It was fairly obvious to anyone that was smart that she was a vampire.
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Kyra, seeing the fang's of the newcomer let out a hiss in distaste ,but did nothing but keep an eye on Kammy.
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Kammy glares at Kyra.
"Hey i don't judge you do I? I have never killed a single mortal that didn't deserve it, like thugs and monsters." Kammy says edging closer to the window incase the guards attitude was even worse.
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Cecilia only saw the stranger's white fur and kitsune features. "Why do you wear that mask? You're very pretty." She commented.
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"err...ah screw. Cause people would see that i'm a vampire." Kammy backed into a corner.
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Cecilia gave Kammy a look of curiosity "vampire? Like... the kind that drink blood? Well that's... neat..." she said nervously.
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(Moka, you do realize the outpost is underground, right?)
"Don't worry about it," Vokun said. "We have pressing matters to attend to." He looked over the documents scattered about the desk. "What is all this...?" he muttered.
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(Oh...right then let me rewrite what i did. >.> )
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"Just don't put those teeth anywhere near me." Kyra semi-growled, turning to the table. "Plans, maps that sort of thing." She added looking at the papers "And a list of names....hmm."
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((I edited my thing too))
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*** Corneria ***
"Yeah, that's their culture," Thomas sighed. "They hunt people like me for sport. Fortunately, they're a rare sight in this area."
Ki'Dau'Chi shook his head. "They. Hunt. For. True. Way... You. Their. Target. You. Danger. Them."
Thomas frowned. "The True Way wants me dead? Why? It doesn't make any sense."
*** Dragon'taan ***
Draco and his aides stepped in after Hor'kuu, taking in the sight of the place. Draco even removed his visor, revealing his dark-brown eyes. "Incredible," he commented.
*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam looked at the weapon, then asked: "Why'd I take it? Isn't my current good enough?", showing him the plasma revolver.
*Transwarp Hub*
Anna listened in closely and followed her temporary allies on foot. Usually she'd operate alone.
*Corneria*
Mary frowned. "True Way? Danger? Oh great... I understand even less of this right now!" She looked confused from the one to another, back and forth.
*Dragon'taan*
Hor'kuu hit a switch and an elevator opened up. He and his fellow Leviathans went in.
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*** Dragon'taan ***
Draco and his aides followed, Draco still taking in the sight of the ship.
*** Corneria ***
"The True Way are a group of Cardassian Extremists who are dedicated to the return of the Cardassian Union and the Obsidian Order," Thomas explained. "What I don't get is how they see me as a threat."
*** OAS Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ***
"That pistol won't be enough against the Jiralhanae Honor Guards protecting the Prophets," the Sangheili explained. "You'll need something packing an extra punch."
*** Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ***
"Any idea what these names pertain to?" Lokahviing asked Kyra.
Vokun opened his mouth to speak to Cecilia when he sensed a slight tremor in the Force. Coincidentally, a subtle flash of green light flared in an adjacent hallway for a few moments, then vanished.
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--- Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ---
"If you'd let me re-" Kyra was cut off by the green flash. "What was that?" She asked hand over her gun.
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"Very probably...trouble." Kammy draws a bastard sword that glows with holy energy, but there is also an evil energy that mixes with it.
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"Hmm? What happened?" Cecilia asked, and then her head began to get that tingling feeling again. She looked at Vokun and spoke, "something's wrong isn't it?"
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"We're not--" Vokun began, but was cut short when a disruptor discharged, and the reason was plain to see - a trio of grey-uniform, pointy-eared humanoids entered the area. There was only one conclusion: "Tal Shiar," Vokun growled as he put himself between the Tal Shiar soldiers and Cecilia, deflecting whatever disruptor bolts came that direction as Lokahviing and the SSF returned fire on them.
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Not having much time to react, Kyra materilize her helmet and started firing her modified M6DM (http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/halo/images/5/5b/HTMCC-H2A-Cutscenes_M6C_Transparent.png/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/270?cb=20150324081342) pistol at the Tal-shair operatives, using her helmets HUD to take a picture of the list, before returning her full attention to the Romulan interruption.
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Cecilia remained behind Vokun. She crouched down and took shelter in her group of friends. It was an odd place to hide, but she felt safer there than she had anywhere else.
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Kammy dodge blaster shots with her supernatural reflexes and charged into the frey.
"Light envelope the darkness and let us burn a path of rightousness!" Kammy shouts and her blade burns brightly with holy energy instead of unholy as she cuts down one of the Tal shair, his body burning from light.
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(Moka, Alex, that's "Tal Shiar", not Tal Shair.)
The Tal Shiar troopers were surprised when Kammy jumped into their midst and cut them down. Between the one that Kammy cut down, the one that got riddled by the SSF, and the one that took a round in the head from Kyra's pistol, the firefight was over almost as soon as it began.
"Tal Shiar," Vokun growled as he examined one of the corpses. "What are they doing here?"
"You tell me," Lokahviing growled, "This is the first I've seen a Romulan in person."
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"I Don't understand are the Tal Shiar working with the Thalmor?" Kyra asked "I mean I suppose others would guess them to be mer, but why are they here? Maybe if you hadn't killed them all I could have tried some mind reading or something with my 'Thuum'."
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Kammy smiled.
"Leave that to me." She took one of the Tal Shiar and bit down on his neck, drinking his still warm blood. The memories of that particular soldier came to her, but a little broken because he was dead.
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Cecilia stood up and surveyed the scene. "So the bad guys are getting help too? What could they want with this planet?" She asked.
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"I imagine it has something to do with that Stargate," Lokahviing commented. "Any of you know how to read Elven?"
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(Can someone else do the soldiers memories Kammy absorbed, because I unfortunately have no clue why they are here. >.> Basically because she did it while the body was very fresh she will get the most recent memories of the person out to about a few days. Everything after that would be too broken to comprehend. )
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The memories Kammy would receive would point to a stargate, buried beneath the Archeological Excavation in the middle of the Eastmarch Hold of Skyrim. The specifics would entail a hidden doorway activated only by way of a mechanism hidden beneath a boulder, and inside the site would be the stargate itself, perfectly intact. Also in the memories would be the Romulan Star Empire's mandate that such a device be found and recovered for examination and study as a potential military asset, being one of the few Stargates left in the galaxy capable of opening a portal anywhere in the galaxy without need of another gate on the opposite end.
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All this was however confusing to Kammy as she stuck to the old ways of fighting for a reason.
"Err...I got his memories...but I am very old and all your silly tech is confusing to me. I will try my best to describe what I saw..." Kammy attempts giving a full detail but doesn't call anything by what they are.
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"I imagine it has something to do with that Stargate," Lokahviing commented. "Any of you know how to read Elven?"
"No ,but I might have a trick." Kyra said "Stand back." she added focusing on the pages. "Mindooraan Pel!" She shouted at the papers. the papers oddly did not go anywhere despite the power being blown at them, Kyra's eyes glowing a bright white light, dimming until her eyes returned to normal "Hmm interesting..." She replied
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Vokun listened to Kammy's description, nodding as he stroked his pointy goatee. "Mm... sounds suspiciously like a Stargate... but why? Why are the Thalmor and the Tal Shiar after this thing?"
Meanwhile, Lokahviing approached Kyra. "What do you have?" he asked her.
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"Little bit of troop movement plans, Scientist teams for the gate, the most alarming though is that from what I read , they have the gate Online, but they haven't figured out how to open a portal just yet, even more alarming is that the Tail Shiar are working with the Thalmor to invade not just Skyrim ,but other planets, Take a guess to their first 2 targets."
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"...and a stargate is? I apologize for my ignorance, I guess you could say I have lived under a rock for more then a few centuries." Kammy said as she snacked some more on the soldier.
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"Don't worry Kammy, I'm new to all this as well." Cecilia said, "a stargate sounds like... Some kind of gate to the stars? Is that right Vokun?"
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*** Dragon'taan ***
Draco and his aides followed, Draco still taking in the sight of the ship.
*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam sniffed. "This thing has always done it until now! I'm not gonna leave Blasty behind!"
*Corneria*
Mary raised her shoulders. "I don't eiter. However... I must charge you 63 creds for medicinal supplies."
*Dragon'taan*
Hor'kuu simply pressed the "up" button. Omega took the liberty of giving the group a quick intro on the ship's layout: "We're moving up because the most important rooms are found there. Below are the crew and recreational rooms. Soon we'll enter the commision chamber. There is where we can talk best, for it has the biggest holograhic projector." Right after he finished doors opened up on the opposite side from where they entered. The commision chamber was directly visible- no chairs, only a ring of tables and a big projector in the center.
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*** Corneria ***
Thomas dug around in his pockets and handed over the requested fee. "Thanks for patching me up," he said.
*** OAS Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ***
"No one is asking you to," the Sangheili said. "But... if you believe that pistol can take out the Jiralhanae, you are welcome to try."
The teams were ready. The doors were bypassed, and the boarding parties swarmed inside, surprising the contingent of Jiralhanae Honor Guards and the three Prophet Hierarchs they were guarding.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Impressive," Draco complimented. "So... where to start?"
*** Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ***
"A Stargate is like a portal to other worlds," Vokun explained. "Ordinarily, there would need to be a similar or identical structure on the other side, which would link one world or location with another. Distance doesn't matter. However, there were a few Stargates constructed that didn't need another construct on the other side - which would allow the owner of the Stargate to move people and materials to any location in the galaxy, provided they had the correct coordinates."
"Or move troops and supplies, allowing a Stargate's owner to strike any world in the galaxy with zero warning, completely bypassing any orbiting fleet," Lokahviing concluded. "This isn't good. Vokun, take Cecilia and your apprentices, high tail it to Windhelm, alert Ulfric to this new threat and tell him of the Tal Shiar's involvement. Kammy, Kyra, please come with me. You, too, Gunjar. We're gonna scout out this Stargate, see if we can find a way to shut down the enemy's operation before it can begin."
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Kammy sighs and drops the body. "See this is why I hate all this New tech. Causes more problems then it's worth...if skyrim is in trouble though I will gladly help."
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*** Corneria ***
Thomas dug around in his pockets and handed over the requested fee. "Thanks for patching me up," he said.
*** OAS Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ***
"No one is asking you to," the Sangheili said. "But... if you believe that pistol can take out the Jiralhanae, you are welcome to try."
The teams were ready. The doors were bypassed, and the boarding parties swarmed inside, surprising the contingent of Jiralhanae Honor Guards and the three Prophet Hierarchs they were guarding.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Impressive," Draco complimented. "So... where to start?"
*** Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ***
"A Stargate is like a portal to other worlds," Vokun explained. "Ordinarily, there would need to be a similar or identical structure on the other side, which would link one world or location with another. Distance doesn't matter. However, there were a few Stargates constructed that didn't need another construct on the other side - which would allow the owner of the Stargate to move people and materials to any location in the galaxy, provided they had the correct coordinates."
"Or move troops and supplies, allowing a Stargate's owner to strike any world in the galaxy with zero warning, completely bypassing any orbiting fleet," Lokahviing concluded. "This isn't good. Vokun, take Cecilia and your apprentices, high tail it to Windhelm, alert Ulfric to this new threat and tell him of the Tal Shiar's involvement. Kammy, Kyra, please come with me. You, too, Gunjar. We're gonna scout out this Stargate, see if we can find a way to shut down the enemy's operation before it can begin."
" That's the thing their first target is Ulfric Stormcloak himself, good thing they don't know how to use it ,yet. If the notes here are recent." Kyra noded following Lokhaviing. "We may have some time ,but let's not waste it." She added
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"My sentiments exactly," Lokahviing agreed with Kyra. As the group headed back the way they came, another slight snag developed; a fire team of Thalmor troops lead by a Tal Shiar NCO appeared in their way, all of them armed with disruptors. The Thalmor soldiers fired first, and Lokahviing's personal energy shield flared as he took a hit on the chest. He raised his rifle and fired, and Vokun immediately force-choked the Romulan NCO, then threw him against the wall while activating his lightsaber.
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Kyra was hit in the head with a disruptor shot forcing her back a little, luckly she was also protected by a personal energy shield "Ah that kinda stings." She growled as her sangheili like blue shield flared from the impact, returning fire with her Battle rifle now that she was able to materialize it.
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Kammy got shot but her armor protected against electrical and heat based weapons...not so much sonic or force. She took the blast full force cracking her glass armor and few of her ribs as she hit the back wall, coughing up some black blood.
"Mother of Talos that hurt..." Kammy said as she held the blast wound. The only reason she wasn't dead was becauE she didn't really need any of the blood she was losing.
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The loud sonic blasts made Cecilia's ears ring. She folded them down and took cover among her group of friends.
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*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam entered with them and tried to lay his hands on one of the Prophets.
*Transwarp Hub*
Anna followed the others as they went through the ships.
*Corneria*
Mary smiled and accepted the cash. "Ok! Thank you. Be safe out there!"
*Dragon'taan*
Farrar dimmed the lights and switched on the projector. A series of green floating screens appeared. Then she pressed something in a computer and the screens made place for a holographic Tomahawk.
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*** Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ***
Just as the fight began, it just as quickly ended, as the Thalmor troops went down riddled with bullets, and the Romulan NCO was force-choked to death, then thrown into a wall. "Everybody okay?" Lokahviing asked.
*** OAS Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ***
The Jiralhanae Honor Guards, busy with defending the prophets from the invading Sangheili, proved unable to stop Fayam from reaching the prophets.
*** Transwarp Hub ***
Lian and Remus stopped their ships at the agreed location, and Lian said, "Alright, give me a moment - gonna try and hack into the hub's communications array."
Seemingly unbeknownst to Lian or Remus, a pair of Breen cruisers started heading to their location.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Well... as far as the initial trade is concerned, who needs what? The Dragon'taan Trade Commission is able to provide food, water, construction material, and other basic necessities," Draco said to those present.
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Cecilia slowly stood back up. "Yeah, I'm fine." She said, "if... If anyone is hurt, I can heal them. I've done it before, but I'm not quite sure how to do it again..."
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*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam nabbed the Prophet of Revenge and tried yanking them to his ship.
*Transwarp hub*
Anna kept a close eye out and shouted: "Guys? Some cruisers are headed right this way- and I don't think they'll be friendly. I've honestly never seen 'em before, but I don't expect anything good comes from this clash."
*Dragon'taan*
Farrar said: "Wait a bit." One button press later the planet folded out to a map. Hor'kuu spoke: "Good. Now we can proceed. We've already told you the planet doesn't need food or water." Now he pointed at the capital. "That there is our main city, Degon-siiq. The things that you can bring there are construction materials and several miscellanous goods." Next he aimed for a slightly mountainous area. "That's where the Infinity Leviathans reside. I'm not exactly sure why, but they seem to come out fine on ther own. However, it happens they need items from the capital." He scanned the map quickly and ended: "I think that sums it up. For the rest there are few places where Leviathans live. Now I want to tell you what we can offer you: water, food, tech and medicine."
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--- OAS Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ----
Though the Jiralhanae , guards were busy with the Sangheili and their allied NCC boarding party, a small group of 5 Unggoy armed with mostly type-25 directed energy pistols and a couple withType-33 weapons (http://halo.wikia.com/wiki/Type-33_Guided_Munitions_Launcher) and began firing at Fayam green plasma bolts and purple blamite spikes flying through the air towards him.
--- Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ---
"Little shaken but fine." Kyra responded.
--- Dragon'taan Tigress' Armory ---
Keri and Tigress were working on a table with something. "Keri this is getting boring we're getting nowhere want to try out that new warthog that the UNSC gave us to test?"
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*** Thalmor Outpost beneath Kynesgrove, Skyrim ***
Just as the fight began, it just as quickly ended, as the Thalmor troops went down riddled with bullets, and the Romulan NCO was force-choked to death, then thrown into a wall. "Everybody okay?" Lokahviing asked.
*** OAS Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ***
The Jiralhanae Honor Guards, busy with defending the prophets from the invading Sangheili, proved unable to stop Fayam from reaching the prophets.
*** Transwarp Hub ***
Lian and Remus stopped their ships at the agreed location, and Lian said, "Alright, give me a moment - gonna try and hack into the hub's communications array."
Seemingly unbeknownst to Lian or Remus, a pair of Breen cruisers started heading to their location.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Well... as far as the initial trade is concerned, who needs what? The Dragon'taan Trade Commission is able to provide food, water, construction material, and other basic necessities," Draco said to those present.
(Sorry was gone a couple days with no WiFi.)
"...a little help would be nice." Kammy said as she held her wound. She had been noticeably absent from the fight due to getting shot in chest.
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Vokun strode over beside Kammy and knelt down beside her, reaching into the Force to try and heal her wound. "You're lucky," he told her. "Most don't survive a disruptor shot to the chest." Vokun looked over his shoulder. "Cecilia... may need a little help with this one."
*** Transwarp Hub ***
"Remain calm, Anna," Remus said, "They're not aware of us - I'm getting zero sensor scans directed at us." True to what Remus had said, the two Breen Cruisers entered a Transwarp Aperture, followed by a pair of Kazon Raider ships and a Cardassian Galor. "Wonder where they're going...?" Remus mused.
"Almost into their comm system - just jeep an eye out for anything suspicious," Lian told them.
*** OAS Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ***
The Prophet of Revenge, surprised he was being kidnapped, shouted for his guards to help. However, Fayam would find it difficult to moce the prophet while sitting in his hover-chair, which was gravity-anchored to the deck. The Prophet of Vengeance pointed a Plasma Pistol at Fayam, only to have it shot from his hand. If Fayam would look around, he would see the Jiralhanae guards lying dead about the bridge, and the only living enemies in the room were the three Prophets.
The Sangheili who had offered Fayam the Plasma Assault Rifle earlier chuckled seeing Fayam. "I can understand you're eager to collect the bounty - and you needn't worry. We'll send word of your considerable contributions to USR and DMC Command. You'll get your--"
"Boarding Parties, this is Lord-Admiral Tokarev - status on the boarding action?" came Markus' voice over the radio. The Sangheili smiled, handing Fayam the communicator.
"I think you deserve the honors," he told him with a smile.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"We can definitely provide such, but I'm curious - what sorts of Miscellaneous Items are you referring to?" Draco asked.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
General Anna Indari walked in, dressed in full uniform. "What's this about a new Warthog from the UNSC?" she asked, having overheard the comment.
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--- OAS Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ---
Oooaah! AHhaha!" Ahh!" the 5 grunts screamed in agony, a spartan in the DMC Gen3 armor de-cloaking behind the 5 dead grunts their paint like blood splattered over the floor.
--- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ---
" The Sangheili and the UNSC made this odd warthog that shoots blamite like the Type-31 needler rifle and has it's own energy shields." Tigress explained as Keri finished something on the table.
"Oh thanks, Keri I forgot to finish." The large Tiger said to her assistant.
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Anna frowned, crossing her arms. "I was not aware of this - when did this happen? And how did you get one?"
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Cecilia nodded and approached Kammy. "Oh my... That is a pretty bad one." She said as she knelt down and attempted to focus her energy on healing the wound.
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Anna frowned, crossing her arms. "I was not aware of this - when did this happen? And how did you get one?"
"A old Sangheili friend dropped it off awhile ago, said he thought it'd be something interesting for me to look at." Tigress explained "Never really had a chance to look at it nor tell anyone about it ,besides Keri." The large she-tiger added
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Vokun strode over beside Kammy and knelt down beside her, reaching into the Force to try and heal her wound. "You're lucky," he told her. "Most don't survive a disruptor shot to the chest." Vokun looked over his shoulder. "Cecilia... may need a little help with this one."
*** Transwarp Hub ***
"Remain calm, Anna," Remus said, "They're not aware of us - I'm getting zero sensor scans directed at us." True to what Remus had said, the two Breen Cruisers entered a Transwarp Aperture, followed by a pair of Kazon Raider ships and a Cardassian Galor. "Wonder where they're going...?" Remus mused.
"Almost into their comm system - just jeep an eye out for anything suspicious," Lian told them.
*** OAS Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ***
The Prophet of Revenge, surprised he was being kidnapped, shouted for his guards to help. However, Fayam would find it difficult to moce the prophet while sitting in his hover-chair, which was gravity-anchored to the deck. The Prophet of Vengeance pointed a Plasma Pistol at Fayam, only to have it shot from his hand. If Fayam would look around, he would see the Jiralhanae guards lying dead about the bridge, and the only living enemies in the room were the three Prophets.
The Sangheili who had offered Fayam the Plasma Assault Rifle earlier chuckled seeing Fayam. "I can understand you're eager to collect the bounty - and you needn't worry. We'll send word of your considerable contributions to USR and DMC Command. You'll get your--"
"Boarding Parties, this is Lord-Admiral Tokarev - status on the boarding action?" came Markus' voice over the radio. The Sangheili smiled, handing Fayam the communicator.
"I think you deserve the honors," he told him with a smile.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"We can definitely provide such, but I'm curious - what sorts of Miscellaneous Items are you referring to?" Draco asked.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
General Anna Indari walked in, dressed in full uniform. "What's this about a new Warthog from the UNSC?" she asked, having overheard the comment.
As Kammy was "healed" she started to feel more pain than before.
"No healing! Healing bad!" She said as good aligned healing affects hurt her instead of healing her.
"I need...I need blood."
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Vokun strode over beside Kammy and knelt down beside her, reaching into the Force to try and heal her wound. "You're lucky," he told her. "Most don't survive a disruptor shot to the chest." Vokun looked over his shoulder. "Cecilia... may need a little help with this one."
*** Transwarp Hub ***
"Remain calm, Anna," Remus said, "They're not aware of us - I'm getting zero sensor scans directed at us." True to what Remus had said, the two Breen Cruisers entered a Transwarp Aperture, followed by a pair of Kazon Raider ships and a Cardassian Galor. "Wonder where they're going...?" Remus mused.
"Almost into their comm system - just jeep an eye out for anything suspicious," Lian told them.
*** OAS Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ***
The Prophet of Revenge, surprised he was being kidnapped, shouted for his guards to help. However, Fayam would find it difficult to moce the prophet while sitting in his hover-chair, which was gravity-anchored to the deck. The Prophet of Vengeance pointed a Plasma Pistol at Fayam, only to have it shot from his hand. If Fayam would look around, he would see the Jiralhanae guards lying dead about the bridge, and the only living enemies in the room were the three Prophets.
The Sangheili who had offered Fayam the Plasma Assault Rifle earlier chuckled seeing Fayam. "I can understand you're eager to collect the bounty - and you needn't worry. We'll send word of your considerable contributions to USR and DMC Command. You'll get your--"
"Boarding Parties, this is Lord-Admiral Tokarev - status on the boarding action?" came Markus' voice over the radio. The Sangheili smiled, handing Fayam the communicator.
"I think you deserve the honors," he told him with a smile.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"We can definitely provide such, but I'm curious - what sorts of Miscellaneous Items are you referring to?" Draco asked.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
General Anna Indari walked in, dressed in full uniform. "What's this about a new Warthog from the UNSC?" she asked, having overheard the comment.
As Kammy was "healed" she started to feel more pain than before.
"No healing! Healing bad!" She said as good aligned healing affects hurt her instead of healing her.
"I need...I need blood."
take some from the dead Thalmor." Kyra pointed towards them.
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"Oh no! I'm sorry!" Cecilia said once she realized what she was doing. "Well... if blood is what you need, there's plenty of that around..."
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"Yeah," Vokun agreed. "Plenty of bodies still relatively fresh. Have at it."
"Master," Xalek said, "We must go. Ulfric must be alerted to what we've found."
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Anna responded. "And what exactly do you intent to do with it?"
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"Yeah," Vokun agreed. "Plenty of bodies still relatively fresh. Have at it."
"Master," Xalek said, "We must go. Ulfric must be alerted to what we've found."
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Anna responded. "And what exactly do you intent to do with it?"
"I plan on using it to further my research into mini-shield generators as well as to how the covenant needler works ,but I also planned to use it for some fun you know see how it runs." Tigress replied "Why did you want to take a ride in it?"
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With some help Kammy feeds on one of the bodies and her wounds close up.
"There...I think I can walk." Kammy gets up stumbling slightly and takes of her broken armor.
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One of the SSF soldiers, apparently just now realizing Kammy was a vampire, raised his rifle to fire. Lokahviing immediately interceded, jerking the weapon out of the soldier's hands. "She knows how to get into the Stargate's resting place, and she has done nothing to harm us," he snapped.
"She's a Vampire, sir!" the soldier protested.
"I am well aware - and if she were as you seem to judge, she would be feasting on us right now! She has no intention, nor has she ever had any, to harm us. Regardless, Vampire or not, we need her!" Lokahviing exclaimed, surprising the soldier. There was an uncomfortable silence between them, before Gunjar spoke up.
"I can understand your grudge against vampires, lad - but there's no reason to take it out on Kammy," he told the soldier. "She's a hero of the people of Skyrim. I've read her file myself."
Lokahviing looked to Kammy. "Will you be able to take point?" he asked her in a much softer tone.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"I wouldn't mind," Anna said with a smile. "But I know better than to impede your progress with new tech. I was merely curious, is all." She paused, then asked, "By the way, you haven't, by chance, seen General K'torr around, have you?"
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One of the SSF soldiers, apparently just now realizing Kammy was a vampire, raised his rifle to fire. Lokahviing immediately interceded, jerking the weapon out of the soldier's hands. "She knows how to get into the Stargate's resting place, and she has done nothing to harm us," he snapped.
"She's a Vampire, sir!" the soldier protested.
"I am well aware - and if she were as you seem to judge, she would be feasting on us right now! She has no intention, nor has she ever had any, to harm us. Regardless, Vampire or not, we need her!" Lokahviing exclaimed, surprising the soldier. There was an uncomfortable silence between them, before Gunjar spoke up.
"I can understand your grudge against vampires, lad - but there's no reason to take it out on Kammy," he told the soldier. "She's a hero of the people of Skyrim. I've read her file myself."
Lokahviing looked to Kammy. "Will you be able to take point?" he asked her in a much softer tone.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"I wouldn't mind," Anna said with a smile. "But I know better than to impede your progress with new tech. I was merely curious, is all." She paused, then asked, "By the way, you haven't, by chance, seen General K'torr around, have you?"
Kammy glared at the soldier for a moment beforw stopping to think."I know where the stargate is so leading you there won't be a problem...but if someone is lucky enough to get a shot at my head I don't think i will survive another ambush like that. In other words I need some armor."
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"I've got some armor you could borrow. But it's designed for me, so I don't know how it'd fit you."
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"I don't think it will fit ,but..." Kyra stopped walking over to some of the dead thalmor, pulling their helmets off and setting them onto the table "You could wear one of these."
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Kammy smiled.
"Who knows...maybe it will work as a disguise." After a little bit of searching Kammy found a soldier that was just her size and stripped off his armor quickly.
"A few blast marks but still functioning." She said as she put it on.
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"That's right," Gunjar complimented Kammy. "Improvisation and adaptation - two things the SSF respects."
"Daylight's wasting," Lokahviing said officiously. "Kammy, soon as you're set, take point - we'll bring up the rear and watch your back." He tossed a small item similar to a belt buckle, intended to be clipped onto a belt like one. "Here - you may as well use this. Personal Energy shield. That should buy you time to get to cover if you come under fire again. Vokun, you and yours better get moving - no telling how far along the enemy is with their operation."
"Right," Vokun agreed. "Cecilia, Xalek, Ashara, come on - we need to high-tail it to Windhelm!" He started for the exit, hoping he would get to Ulfric before the Thalmor or the Tal Shiar did.
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Kammy nods and gets one good look at the enemy dead commander. She cast a spell to look just like him and starts leading the way to the where the stargate was hidden.
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Kammy nods and gets one good look at the enemy dead commander. She cast a spell to look just like him and starts leading the way to the where the stargate was hidden.
I meant wearing their armor ,but I guess that works too." the 'Dragon kitty' Responded.
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Cecilia ran beside Vokun, doing her best to keep up.
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Kammy nods and gets one good look at the enemy dead commander. She cast a spell to look just like him and starts leading the way to the where the stargate was hidden.
Lokahviing raised his eyebrows in amazement. "That's... actually something very useful. Ever consider joining the NSF? You'd make an excellent Infiltrator," he asked Kammy.
Vokun kept a pace that Cecilia could keep up with, making straight for Windhelm. He suddenly stopped. "Why are we running to Windhelm? We could just take a site-to-site transporter there!" he said in a sudden realization. He looked to Cecilia. "Would you have issues with that? I know transporters can be rather nauseating to people not used to them."
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Kammy nods and gets one good look at the enemy dead commander. She cast a spell to look just like him and starts leading the way to the where the stargate was hidden.
Lokahviing raised his eyebrows in amazement. "That's... actually something very useful. Ever consider joining the NSF? You'd make an excellent Infiltrator," he asked Kammy.
Vokun kept a pace that Cecilia could keep up with, making straight for Windhelm. He suddenly stopped. "Why are we running to Windhelm? We could just take a site-to-site transporter there!" he said in a sudden realization. He looked to Cecilia. "Would you have issues with that? I know transporters can be rather nauseating to people not used to them."
"What about me?"Kyra asked.
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"It didn't bother me that much the first time. But that shouldn't matter if we have to get there quick right? Let's do it right away!"
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Kammy nods and gets one good look at the enemy dead commander. She cast a spell to look just like him and starts leading the way to the where the stargate was hidden.
Lokahviing raised his eyebrows in amazement. "That's... actually something very useful. Ever consider joining the NSF? You'd make an excellent Infiltrator," he asked Kammy.
Vokun kept a pace that Cecilia could keep up with, making straight for Windhelm. He suddenly stopped. "Why are we running to Windhelm? We could just take a site-to-site transporter there!" he said in a sudden realization. He looked to Cecilia. "Would you have issues with that? I know transporters can be rather nauseating to people not used to them."
"I have...but I doubt the public would be to kind if they found out that there was a vampire openly living and serving in there military. Plus I don't like crowds...or wars."
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*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam took the radio, smiling and said into it: "This is bounty hunter Fayam Aerial. Together with the Sangheili I got my hands on the Phrophets! The only thing to figure out now is how to get 'em to you."
*Transwarp hub*
Anna shugged. "I have no clue as to where they are headed, but it doesn't seem important to me."
*Dragon'taan*
Hor'kuu looked at Draco. "The goods I'm referring to are the following: spaceship parts from your galaxy for travelers and cloth. Not to be confused with clothing. And just to get it straight: the 'building materials' are mostly wood. Oh, I nearly forgot: we can also supply medicine."
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*** Skyrim ***
"Fair enough," Lokahviing told Kammy. "I try to avoid conflict wherever possible. However, sometimes, to restore peace, one must wage war."
"General Suleyk to the Inquisitor - prep a site-to-site transport, beam us directly to the Palace of the Kings in Windhelm," Vokun commanded.
"Transport ready, General," responded the transporter chief.
"Energize," commanded Vokun. In seconds, he, Xalek, Ashara and Cecilia would be plucked from the area they were in and deposited directly before the Jarl's throne, surprising Ulfric and his Steward, whom he'd been conversing with.
*** OAS Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ***
There was a pause before Tokarev's voice responded, "That's some good work, there, sir - outstanding. We're sending transport shuttles to pick them up. Can you 'escort' them to the shuttle bay?"
On the Thermopylae-A, Voro leaned closer to Markus. "Sir, couldn't we re-purpose that Command Carrier? Refit it for service in the Coalition fleet?"
Markus stroked his chin in thought as the transport shuttles headed for the Command Carrier.
*** Transwarp Hub ***
"Got it!" Lian proclaimed. She opened a hailing frequency and spoke, "This is Commander Lian Reznov to Outpost Hood - if you can hear me on this channel, acknowledge this transmission!"
"Commander! We lost contact with you after you sailed into the Transwarp Aperture - have you discovered what the True Way are up to?" responded the Commandant.
"More than that," Lian affirmed. "I have discovered an apparent collusion between the True Way, the Kazon, the Breen, and agents of the Tal Shiar - and I have also discovered that the enemy is basing their operation from a Transwarp Hub. We don't presently know how they managed to wrest one from the clutches of the Borg."
"Understood - we're making calls to our allies. Try and gather as much intel as possible without being discovered," the Commandant requested.
"Understood, Reznov out," Lian responded before cutting the channel. She sat back in her chair. "Gather intel without being discovered... there's very little we can do from our cloaked ships..." She paused, then asked, "Captain Anna - how good are you with Stealth infiltration and intelligence gathering operations?"
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Oh, we can definitely provide those - I'll have--" Draco stopped suddenly, closing his eyes and visibly shuddering as he felt a great tremor in the Force.
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--- Skryrim ---
"Ugg I think I left my stomach behind in Kynsegrove." Kyra moaned.
--- OAS Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ---
The boarding teams from the Foxfire started to head back towards the hanger they had infiltrated, planning to use the pods they came in on.
--- Thermopylae-A. ---
"I know your not use to me being here ,but what about me I'm not some bluish ghost Vixen." Krystal noted hands on her hips. " Hmm Tigress might be able to repurpose that ship in record time." She added
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"I... I think I'm alright..." Cecilia said while looking around the castle. "Looks like we made it."
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*** Palace of the Kings, Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Cecilia, is that you?" Ulfric asked. "And General Vokun? Xalek and Ashara?" he paused, then added, "I gather from your faces you do not bring good news."
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost Sargasso ***
"I don't doubt she could," Markus responded.
"I get what dad's getting at," Saraabi told Krystal. "He's debating whether or not it's a good idea to take that ship. Let me show you something, mother." Saraabi led Krystal to her console and showed her a detailed sensor scan, painting multiple points of interest across the OAS Command Carrier's hull. "See all that?" she asked. "Integrated and Adapted Borg technology. And those are just the weapons. Sensors also detect massively-overhauled power systems, engines, new Transwarp Drive, adaptive shielding - though the Covenant and their Prophets evidently didn't know how to use it - and multiple other adapted tech. That said--"
"--I am wondering where the Covenant got their hands on Borg technology," Markus concluded. "We can certainly use the ship, but can Tigress, before she does anything, scour that ship's computer database and learn where they got all that?"
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*** Skyrim ***
"Fair enough," Lokahviing told Kammy. "I try to avoid conflict wherever possible. However, sometimes, to restore peace, one must wage war."
"General Suleyk to the Inquisitor - prep a site-to-site transport, beam us directly to the Palace of the Kings in Windhelm," Vokun commanded.
"Transport ready, General," responded the transporter chief.
"Energize," commanded Vokun. In seconds, he, Xalek, Ashara and Cecilia would be plucked from the area they were in and deposited directly before the Jarl's throne, surprising Ulfric and his Steward, whom he'd been conversing with.
*** OAS Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ***
There was a pause before Tokarev's voice responded, "That's some good work, there, sir - outstanding. We're sending transport shuttles to pick them up. Can you 'escort' them to the shuttle bay?"
On the Thermopylae-A, Voro leaned closer to Markus. "Sir, couldn't we re-purpose that Command Carrier? Refit it for service in the Coalition fleet?"
Markus stroked his chin in thought as the transport shuttles headed for the Command Carrier.
*** Transwarp Hub ***
"Got it!" Lian proclaimed. She opened a hailing frequency and spoke, "This is Commander Lian Reznov to Outpost Hood - if you can hear me on this channel, acknowledge this transmission!"
"Commander! We lost contact with you after you sailed into the Transwarp Aperture - have you discovered what the True Way are up to?" responded the Commandant.
"More than that," Lian affirmed. "I have discovered an apparent collusion between the True Way, the Kazon, the Breen, and agents of the Tal Shiar - and I have also discovered that the enemy is basing their operation from a Transwarp Hub. We don't presently know how they managed to wrest one from the clutches of the Borg."
"Understood - we're making calls to our allies. Try and gather as much intel as possible without being discovered," the Commandant requested.
"Understood, Reznov out," Lian responded before cutting the channel. She sat back in her chair. "Gather intel without being discovered... there's very little we can do from our cloaked ships..." She paused, then asked, "Captain Anna - how good are you with Stealth infiltration and intelligence gathering operations?"
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Oh, we can definitely provide those - I'll have--" Draco stopped suddenly, closing his eyes and visibly shuddering as he felt a great tremor in the Force.
Kammy sighed.
"There are many beliefs on war and i have heard many...however when you have lived as long as I have, you start to notice that it never changes."
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*** Palace of the Kings, Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Cecilia, is that you?" Ulfric asked. "And General Vokun? Xalek and Ashara?" he paused, then added, "I gather from your faces you do not bring good news."
"We ran into the Thalmor on our journey. And they might be coming over here to attack."
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--- Skyrim ---
"No they are coming here, they had a target list we found and they are coming right here as soon as they finish their current plans." Kyra noted.
--- Thermopylae-A, ----
"If she can't get all the data I'm sure she knows someone who can." Krystal replied to Markus.
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*** Skyrim ***
Ulfric's expression turned grim. "You're certain on this?" he asked.
"Lokahviing asked us to pass on the word - he's going after a Stargate buried beneath your dig site, and a very rare type of stargate," Vokun responded.
"So that's what they were after," Galmar commented.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A ***
"It's settled, then - Voro, send our engineering and science teams over there, get that ship running again, we can get it to Dragon'taan where Tigress can dissect the computer and tell us what we need to know," Markus said.
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--- UACS Thermopylae-A ---
"Way ahead of you father." Celina replied.
--- skyrim ---
"The Thalmor are working with the Tal-Shiar as well." Kyra noted
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"So what should we do? We can't let them come over here. We'll have to fight them off somehow."
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*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam responded: "Ok! I'll try and get 'em over. Even if it means shooting 'em."
*Transwarp Hub*
Anna was surprised to hear that request. She answered: "Hm... I'm afraid that, even though it's multi-purpose, 'Faith' isn't built for stealth. But what intelligence would you need, exactly? And moreover, where'd I get it in the first place?"
*Dragon'taan*
The Leviathans looked up weird. Farrar asked him: "Hey... General Bellator, what's wrong?"
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Name: shoon vysenshtern
Age: 29
Gender: 3rd
Attire: this with blade on the right hand and grappling hok on the left and pistols on the hips (http://oyster.ignimgs.com/mediawiki/apis.ign.com/call-of-duty-black-ops-3/thumb/3/38/Black-Ops-3_Specialist-Spectre.jpg/468px-Black-Ops-3_Specialist-Spectre.jpg (http://oyster.ignimgs.com/mediawiki/apis.ign.com/call-of-duty-black-ops-3/thumb/3/38/Black-Ops-3_Specialist-Spectre.jpg/468px-Black-Ops-3_Specialist-Spectre.jpg))
Equipment/Weapons:
suit: energy blades, silenced pistols, EMPs, superspeed/cloacking module, "lionheart" AI.
mech: mobile canon, swapable back mount (domeshield, warp generator, lock on missile), repolser shield, arm blade.
Affiliation (if any): the vysenshtern family, the freelancer lone specialist guild.
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(Nice outfit, Shoon.)
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"The Tal Shiar?" Galmar asked. "Who are they?"
"The Romulan Empire's clandestine operations branch," Ulfric responded. "They operate in a similar fashion to the Blades."
"And if your Grand Admiral can get to the Stargate in time, he may prevent the Tal Shiar and Thalmor from attacking this place altogether," Vokun assured him.
"We still have to proceed as though he won't," Ulfric sighed. "Galmar - get word out: Prepare for battle."
*** Somewhere near the Stargate site ***
"How much further, Kammy?" Lokahviing asked. "The longer we take finding the Stargate, the more time the enemy has to open it and attack Windhelm... or somewhere else."
*** Transwarp Hub ***
"I wasn't referring to your ship," Lian clarified, "I was referring to you and your crew, if you have one. I'm thinking we all board the station for a Stealth Infiltration and Intelligence gathering operation."
"That'll be a bit difficult, dear, considering your size," James commented. Lian blushed, but responded,
"Now's not the time for that, James. Regardless, I know Remus and his crew can handle it - can you and whatever team you have get on-station undetected and gather intel? We'll need anything you can find - computer records, station schematics, communication logs... hell, even battle plans written on paper or otherwise, if you can find any of that."
*** Dragon'taan ***
"I didn't expect you all to know I was a Battlemaster for the Jedi Order before I came into service of the DMC... and... I am sensing a disturbance in the Force," Draco explained.
*** Outpost Sargasso ***
"I don't think that will be a problem," one of the Sangheili engineers said as he worked with one of the Prophets' hover-chairs. "All that'd be needed is some strength pushing these guys along. They're not exactly in any position to cause any trouble."
"On the contrary," spat the Prophet of Revenge. "We sent a message to our allies in the Tal Shiar - they'll have a fleet of ships here in seconds! They control a Transwarp Hub!"
"Tcha!" Markus scoffed over the radio, calling Revenge's bluff. "They'd have been here by now. Transwarp Technology isn't that slow, and leaves a nice little energy signature when a ship emerges, even cloaked. And if the Tal Shiar were in the area, they would have attacked by now, if they were stupid enough to challenge this task force. Face it, Prophet - your fleet is destroyed, your Mandalorian allies have turned on you, and there is no one left to listen to your delusional lies. For the second time in history, the backbone of the Covenant has been broken. You have lost. If you're lucky, you'll just get life in prison."
Revenge fell silent, and Vengeance and Retribution lowered their heads in evident defeat. A Sangheili NCO looked to Fayam. "Take your pick," She said, motioning her head to the three San'Shyuum Prophets. "We'll get the other two you don't."
*** DMCS Indari, Outpost Sargasso ***
Drake sat back in his chair listening to the conversation over the radio. He sensed no Romulans in the area, and sensors were detecting no cloaked ships. Drake smiled in victory. "Soon as we're done here, we can go home," he said. "And mister Revenge over there sounds like he's struggling with the concept that, after all these years, he's lost this fight. The Covenant will never again threaten anyone."
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--- DMCS Indari, Outpost Sargasso---
"Are you so certain of that, Drake?" Amie asked "What if the Tal Shiar are allied with them ,maybe they don't know how to use the transwarp hub, yet."
--- Windhelm Skyrim ---
"Umm Lokaviing?" Kyra poked the larger cat creature trying to get his attention.
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*** DMCS Indari, Outpost Sargasso ***
"Unlikely," Drake's XO said. "According to recent reports, the Tal Shiar do indeed control a Transwarp, and have it fully functional. However, they have publicly expressed no interest in the Covenant's struggle, viewing the Covenant as 'Blind, religious zealots'. That said, the Tal Shiar aren't the ones frequently using the Transwarp Hub - reportedly, it is currently being utilized by the Cardassian True Way, their Kazon allies, and elements of the Breen."
"More than likely, the Tal Shiar are using the hub as a base to further their studies into adapting Borg technology," Drake concluded, "Though I am curious as to who in the Tal Shiar is behind their sudden power play."
*** Skyrim ***
"Yes?" Lokahviing responded.
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--- Skyrim ---
Kyra handed Lokaviing, a very detailed map of the trasnwarp conduit including it's location, stolen from the Thalmor outpost, of course.
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Cecilia watched as soldiers and generals meandered about, all getting ready for battle. "What should I do?" She asked Vokun.
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*** Skyrim ***
"What am I looking at?" Lokahviing asked.
*** Windhelm ***
"Keep the Jarl safe," Vokun told Cecilia. "You and Xalek. Ashara and I will coordinate field efforts. You and Xalek will protect the Jarl and his XO in the event that the enemy manages to make it into the Palace of the Kings."
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"Oh... Okay... I'll try, is it going to be just the two of us?"
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"No, I'll send backup from the Inquisitor to support you," Vokun replied. "Let's just hope Lokahviing can get to the Thalmor before they get to us."
(In case you forgot, Cecilia, the Inquisitor is General Vokun's ship.)
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"Yes, let's hope that they don't even make it over here. But in the event that they do... Are you going to give me a gun like the rest of the troops?"
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*** Skyrim ***
"What am I looking at?" Lokahviing asked.
*** Windhelm ***
"Keep the Jarl safe," Vokun told Cecilia. "You and Xalek. Ashara and I will coordinate field efforts. You and Xalek will protect the Jarl and his XO in the event that the enemy manages to make it into the Palace of the Kings."
"A map pointing out the location of the transwarp hub the thalmor found." Kyra replied.
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*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam nodded and studied the Phrophets carefully. Eventually he asked: "There's no difference in reward, is there?"
*Transwarp Hub*
Anna reacted: "Ooh... Is THAT what you're after. Well... I am a feline, so that means stealth isn't too much of a prob for me. As for my crew... Honestly, I think they'd best defend the ship." Right then the copilot said: "I'm going where you go, Captain Steen." "Well, my copilot wants to go, too. But- we'd be happy to join in."
*Dragon'taan*
The Leviathans stared at him with disbelief. Omega spoke first: "You... a Jedi? I've studied this universe for a 1,376 years now and I only know they exist." Hor'kuu explained: "Ahem... Some Leviathans strive for a full understanding of this universe. But they can't simply explain complicated cultures or religions like Jedi."
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*** Windhelm ***
Vokun raised an eyebrow. "Would you prefer a gun?" he asked Cecilia.
*** Transwarp Hub ***
"Alright," Lian said, "You, James and Remus will transport aboard with whatever crew you deign to accompany you. Keep low, keep out of sight, and get anything that looks important. You already know what we're looking for here. And be quick about it - no telling when the cavalry will arrive. Above all else, look for something that will tell us just how these people seized a Transwarp Hub from the Borg. Understood?"
*** OAS-class Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ***
The female Sangheili who'd spoken smiled and shook her head. "Not really," she answered Fayam. "Doesn't matter who you take, you still get the reward. Our Marauder Corps allies have been looking for these three for a long time. Don't matter who you take - just bring them to High General Indari. We'll send word ahead you're on your way and that we have the others and will be headed that direction."
"At last report, High General Indari relocated to Outpost 'Mantakar, not far from here," another Sangheili NCO spoke up.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Understandable," Draco answered. "But... as best as I can sense... something has happened. No... wait... more than one thing..." He paused, scrying the Force, then opened his eyes to explain: "It seems two great enemies to the Galaxy have been eliminated... one of them, a long-standing enemy to Dragon'taan, and I imagine it's the Covenant. As I mentioned earlier, High General Indari left to pursue a campaign against them after they assaulted Dragon'taan unprovoked. The other enemy now gone... is one I have never felt nor encountered before - a cyborg collective from distant stars far beyond this galaxy. I don't even know their names - all I know is that they're responsible for the annihilation of countless races since the beginning of their race." Draco paused, then added, "But with this turn of events, I can sense a growing darkness... there is a new threat looming on the horizon, something... hidden, just beyond my perception."
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"Well, all I have is the training sword you got me. Do you think that's enough?" Cecilia asked.
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*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam sighed and pointed his gun to a more or less random prophet, happening to be Vengeance. He told him: "Now you come along nicely or it'll be your end. Hop to it, I don't have all day!"
*Transwarp Hub*
Anna replied: "Roger!" She moved Faith towards the location and kept her weapon ready, as so did her copilot draw his.
*Dragon'taan*
The Leviathans looked confused at him and each other. Omega confessed: "That seems both good and bad news. I'm not sure what the king wants, but I'm ready to help." Hor'kuu added: "I'm willing to help. If you need anything of us, just call. So will we when we need something of you."
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*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
"Assuming you can get the drop on them, even the Training Blade can take out a Thalmor soldier," Vokun assured Cecilia.
One of the SSF soldiers handed Cecilia a heavily-modified DH17 Blaster. "Here, kid - just in case there aren't any good places in the Palace to stage an ambush."
*** OAS-class Command Carrier, Outpost Sargasso ***
The Prophet complied, knowing he was in no position to resist. The Sangheili took the other two prophets, and followed Fayam.
*** Transwarp Hub ***
Remus and a team of his soldiers beamed aboard the station, and immediately activated their personal cloaking devices, vanishing from view. "Remus to Lian - We're in," Remus reported over the team channel.
"James to Lian - I have arrived safely," came James' report.
"Anna, status?" Lian requested.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Understood. I will have to confer with general Indari's wife, if you will excuse me," Draco said.
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--- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"Are you sure about this Tigress, I feel a little... Exposed " Keri said wearing some odd looking leotard.
"Your a volunteer you don't have to wear it if you don't want to." Tigress replied.
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*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus approached Togress' Armory, and knocked on the door. "Tigress? You busy?" he asked.
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Kabier held baby Tyber in her arms, feeding him from a bottle while Viktor admired their son.
"He's so adorable," Kabier whispered.
"I just wish our parents were alive to see their grandson," Viktor responded.
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---- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ----
"Kinda sorta.." Tigress replied opening the front door to her office building.
---- Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ----
a soft knock came to the door of the residence ,outside, Fay and Lupe Tiber, A Grey she-wolf waited for an answer.
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*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost Sargasso ***
While the repair crews went about getting that OAS Command Carrier operational again, Markus spoke to Kyle. "... That's right - the bounty hunter got all three of them. Revenge, Vengeance and Retribution."
"And Drake?" Kyle asked.
"He performed marvelously during the battle - nearly passed me with his kill count," Markus chuckled.
Kyle chuckled himself. "Very well, then - send Drake home. What becomes of the OAS Command Carrier?"
"We're getting it operational again, and I'm thinking we hand it to the NCC - they can use the firepower," Markus suggested.
"Well, I'll let you discuss that with your wife," Kyle responded. "I'll see you back at the homestead - I've gotta get the payment ready for our bounty hunter."
"Dasvidaniya, Kyle," Markus said, cutting the channel. He looked to Celina. "Celina, send word to General Drake - he and his fleet can go home. HIGH-GEN's orders."
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Viktor answered the door, and looked to Fay and Lupe. "Hey!" he greeted them in a hushed tone. "Keep your voices down, but come on in - Kabby's feeding the baby."
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"Meaning what?" Mathayus asked. "What are you working on?"
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---- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ----
"Depends," Tigress giggled. "I'm working on a few things at once." The large Tiger responded "You can come in if you want to look or have something new for me."
---- Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ----
"Heard Kaiber had a baby while I was gone, wanted to come in and check on the little guy." Lupe said, with a smile
"Just coming in to check up on things." Fay noted.
---- UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost Sargasso ----
"Message sent, anything else ,father?" Celina asked.
"Why is it Kyle thinks we need more firepower?" Krystal chuckled." Tigress has had her drones building us Cerinian model refits for awhile now."
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*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Viktor held a finger to his lips as he motioned for Fay and Lupe to follow him, leading them to Tyber's room. "Lupe, meet little Tyber Drakona," he whispered, while Kabier turned to allow the two view of her and Viktor's son.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"What are you working on at present?" Mathayus asked.
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---- Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ----
Lupe and Fay quietly entered and sat down across the room from Kaiber.
"How are you two doing?" Fay whispered, questioning Kaiber.
--- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"Well Keri is wearing my newest invention a leotard made completely out of energy also serves as a personal shielding system, Second I've finished the prototype of my new tri-layer sheild generator and Third... what was the third?" Tigress stopped trying to think.
"The New refit of that Anhur cargo transport?" Keri answered.
"Oh yeah! Thank you, Keri."
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*** DMCS Indari ***
"General, incoming transmission from the Thermopylae - HIGH-GEN is sending us home, and sends their congratulations on a job well done," the Comms officer reported.
Drake smiled. "Well, if dad is sending us home, we're going home - helm, set a course for Dragon'taan. All ships, set a course for home." As the DMC fleet broke formation and headed home, Drake sat back in his chair with a sigh. "Another victory notch on the belt..."
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"Who, me and Tyber, or me and Viktor? Either way, the answer is... we're doing just fine. I told Vik he'd make an excellent father, and I was right," Kabier responded quietly.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"Have you heard the news from Outpost Sargasso?" Mathayus asked.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost Sargasso ***
Markus sat back in his seat with a sigh. "What do you think, honey?" he asked Krystal, indicating the OAS Command Carrier. "Between the hefty firepower and the adapted Borg tech, you think you can find a place for that mammoth?"
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--- Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ---
"Well Glad your all doing well." Fay smiled.
--- DMCS Indari ---
"That maybe one battle , but you still have another one ahead." Amie noted running her fingers up Drakes arm. "With me."The young Vixen Giggled.
--- UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost Sargasso---
"That's not what I'm worried about." Krystal giggled. "I'm worried how I'm going to keep Tigress off of it she's going to want to go into intensive studies of the Borg Tech as well as upgrade the ship." She added.
--- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"No, but I'm sure krystal will fill me in on the details when she gets the chance." Tigress replied
"Can i take this off now?" Keri asked.
Tigress sighed "I said you could."
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*** DMCS Indari, in-transit to Dragon'taan ***
Drake gently took hold of Amie's hand and kissed it. "Not. Here," he whispered to her with an amused grin. He gave a quick kiss to Amie's lips.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost Sargasso ***
"Let her - she may be able to tell us where the Covvies got their hands on the Borg tech to begin with," Markus said with a wave of his hand.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, in short, the Covenant Prophets have been captured there, and the last vestiges of the Covenant fleet have been eradicated there - but it's what the Prophets had in their possession that is so... alarming," Mathayus told Tigress. "I was on the comm with little brother before I came here - they had their flagship refitted with adapted Borg technology. Kyle wanted me to alert you to this, wants you to dissect everything you can to try and determine where the Covenant got their hands on such tech. He thinks it's tied to the sudden aggression with the Kazon and the Cardassian True Way, and he suspects the Tal Shiar may have had a hand in it."
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--- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"You certain Krystal will just let me have it?" Tigress asked " We're good friends but she knows how I get when I get a chance to study new technology." Tigress laughed.
--- DMCS Indari, in-transit to Dragon'taan ---
"And your kissing? there's time for that here?" Amie teased.
--- UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost Sargasso ---
"You sure?" Krystal asked "I don't think you know how she gets around new technology." Krystal giggled, swatting at Markus hand playfully like a cat.
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Raz had been off somewhere else, and his wife had to leave to go on another assignment.
Raz had flown aways away from the main city to a beautiful field filled with flowers and scattered oak trees. Raz had left a number back at the mansion in case he was wanted.
Raz woke up with a yawn and looked towards the sky, "I wonder what I've missed since I've been gone...".
((Sorry for disappearing last time guys. Can someone generalize what happened in my absence?))
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(A lot happened since the attack on Dragon'taan. The DMC and their allies pursued a campaign against the Covenant - which we are wrapping up now - Viktor and Kabier had their baby [baby boy named Tyber Drakona]; Lian and her colleagues found a Borg Transwarp Hub being occupied by Cardassian, Breen, and Kazon forces, and the Hub also holds value to the Tal Shiar; and there are events unfolding in Skyrim involving a collaborative effort between the Thalmor and the Tal Shiar involving a special kind of Stargate.)
*** DMCS Indari ***
"I didn't say there wasn't time for it," Drake amusingly growled, "I was merely saying... ah, never mind." He playfully pinched Amie's behind.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost Sargasso ***
Markus chuckled, gently grabbing Krystal's chin and giving her a gentle kiss on her lips.
Saraabi rolled her eyes. "Get a room, you two," she grumbled.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"Orders from High General Kyle himself," Mathayus said. "Again, he's worried. The Covenant aren't exactly known for innovation; Kyle wants to know where they got the Borg tech and how they adapted it to an OAS-class Command Carrier... and if there are any other vessels refitted in such a fashion."
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Raz got tired of lounging and flew back to the main city, landing outside Tigress' Armory, and walking in, "Tigress, you around?"
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Mathayus was the first to greet Raz. "Razuel... wasn't expecting to see you today. What are you doing in this neck of the woods?" he asked.
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(Welcome back Raz. I hope you had a good time while away.)
--- DMCS Indari ---
"HEY THAT HURT!" Amie yelled smacking Drake , playfully.
--- UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost Sargasso ---
"Tigress will have a field day when she gets this stuff." Krystal sighed embracing the kiss.
"Mom, Dad you think that's a good idea here?" Celina asked, hearing Saraabi."
A blue hologram appeared near the two "Excuse me.... Oh. did I is this a bad time?" Serena Krystal's AI asked.
--- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"Guess I'll have to put my personal projects aside then." Tigress mused "Keri Get the Pink lemonaid it's time to party!"
--- Dragon'taan unknown location ---
"Master Faasnu, Fancy seeing you here." Luka said seemly appearing from nowhere , leaning against a nearby Tree.
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Raz shrugged and sat down, looking down at Mathayus, "I dunno, My wife had to go off on an assignment, so I've been occupying myself with other things... so, how is everyone else, and yourself... Did Kabier birth yet?"
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(Uh, people... let's not reference alcohol here. Got in trouble last time I did...)
*** Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus chuckled. "She did indeed," he replied to Raz's question. "A baby boy, no doubt going to be a spitting image of his father. They named him Tyber Drakona."
Mathayus looked over at Luka. "Do I know you...?" his hand slowly went for one of his multiple lightsabers.
*** DMCS Indari ***
Drake laughed playfully. The crew seemingly ignored this display, focusing on their work - they all knew better than to interrupt the High General's son in times like this.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost Sargasso ***
Markus' lips separated from Krystal's as he said, "Celina, Saraabi... you'll understand why your mother and I do this when you have lovers of your own." Markus then looked to Serena. "Something to report?" he asked her.
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(Right... Sorry, I forgot...)
Raz gave a smile, "Awesome... Where are they now?", he then looked at Luka with solid red eyes and a looming face, "What is it, my dear?"
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(Please edit the post - I'd rather not get in trouble with the mods over it.)
"They're back at their house, caring for their newborn--" Mathayus stopped when he heard Raz adress Luka. "Do you know this one?" he asked Raz.
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Raz shook his head, "I don't... that's just how I greet people... however, I am curious to who she is now..."
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Luka held her hand out at Mathayus in a 'wait' sort of gesture."I'm part of Rae's Stealth squadron I was just relaxing out here. I'm no threat to either of you."The Green Vixen explained, putting her arm down.
--- UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost Sargasso ---
"Well if I'm not interupting anything, Captain Fyra wanted to know if she and the Seven tail fleet can return to New Cerinia." Sereana explained.
"I don't think we need them if their ready to depart tell them okay, unless Markus has something for them?" Krystal said outloud having to move out of the kiss to talk.
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*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Mathayus responded, his hand falling away from his lightsaber. "And what brings you here? Or were you eavesdropping on the conversation?"
*** UACS Thermopylae[A, Outpost Sargasso ***
"Well, unless they want to pitch in with the repairs on that Command Carrier, they're green and clear to head home," Markus said.
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--- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"If anything, your intruding on my personal space I was here before both of you." Luka pointed out.
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*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"And you were waiting on... what?" Mathayus asked.
"Easy, baby," came Maria's voice. "We don't need an incident." She looked to Luka. "I don't believe we've met - I'm Maria Indari. My apologies for my husband's gruff attitude - he's under a bit of stress, what with the campaign and such and that disturbance in the Force he felt not long ago."
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
The Imperial Alliance fleet arrived in orbit of Coruscant, and with it, their prize from the conflict - a captured Mandalorian Mandator-class Star Dreadnought refitted with Adapted Borg Technology. Ordinarily, this would be cause for celebration.
But it wasn't.
"We don't know they're gone, father," Luke protested. "If anything, reports from other parts of the galaxy indicate the Borg attacks have increased."
"You felt the disturbance. The covenant are gone, and so are the Borg. How else could the Mandalorians have gotten their hands on enough Borg technology to refit a vessel of that size?" Anakin countered. "That ship was refitted and adapted too fast for it to have been a long-term operation."
While father and son continued to debate on their flagship, the Mandator sailed for an orbital Dreadnought dock to be repaired and studied.
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--- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"Luka Keeljoy, Spec ops Moonlight Vixen squadron." Luka introduced herself "What has Master Faasnu on edge,I'm surprised he doesn't know me through Rae or Ambre." The green vixen added.
--- Dragon'taan City 10 miles out from Tigress' Armory ---
A Large Fox shaped mech (http://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/zoids/images/8/8f/Shadow_Fox.png/revision/latest?cb=20100803205826) walked slowly through the city heading towards the Armory, Careful where it stepped, trying not to smash anything or anyone.
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*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"I don't claim to understand what has Mathayus on edge," Maria responded.
"There was a great tremor in the Force recently - one I'm certain was both good and ominous," Mathayus explained.
*** Dragon'taan City, 10 Miles out from Tigress' Armory ***
Izzy came over the comm channel of the mech. "Unidentified mech, please identify," she requested.
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Raz simply sat and listened, "Luka... I swear, I have met you before... but my memory is fairly bad... but I rarely ever forget a face..."
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*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam pushed the Prophet in the back room of his ship and tied them up. He went back to the cockpit and went over to the outpost itself.
*Transwarp Hub*
Anna and her copilot both said: "Ready. Unfortunate enough we can't really cloak ourselves to scanning tech, but we do have some neat tech that can make us practically invisible." She pushed a button and the two vanished. Then they also boarded the ship and followed.
*Dragon'taan*
Hor'kuu replied: "I don't have objections."
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THe armored fox inside the Zoid sighed "I don't have time for this how many times do I need to Clarify my intensions here?!" Complained the pilot of the Fox like Zoid, trying to be careful where she piloted her Zoid, after all she didn't want to step on anyone.
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
High General Kyle waited for the prodigal bounty hunter to return with his bounty. He had a half-dozen suitcases filled with credits waiting - the bounty on the prophets' heads. The hunter had earned it.
*** Dragon'taan ***
Draco left the ship and called for transport to Indari Manor, and as he did so, another arrived - a red-skinned humanoid accompanied by a human. "General K'torr," Draco greeted him.
"General Draco," K'torr responded. "You felt it, too, didn't you?"
*** Elsewhere on Dragon'taan ***
There was a pause over the channel as Izzy checked the logs. Finally, she responded, "My apologies - seems the one you reported to did not inform me of your arrival. You are green and clear - proceed on-course. Izzy out."
*** Transwarp Hub ***
Lian monitored the progress of the teams aboard the Transwarp Hub Control station. So far, the enemy had given no indication they were aware of their presence. "James to Anna," James stated over a coded channel, "I have found a computer terminal - might need your aid cracking it."
*** Outpost Sargasso ***
With the Prophets being taken to the DMC, the Coalition engineers were busy getting the OAS-class Command Carrier operational again. "What will you name it, Krystal?" Markus asked. "Personally, I think it'd go with the nature of the ship to call it the Firestorm."
*** Tomahawk ***
In the quiet of orbit over Tomahawk, a transwarp aperture opened up, and several vessels came through - a pair of cubes, a trio of diamonds, and two pairs of spheres. The second they arrived, an open-channel transmission went out:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyenRCJ_4Ww (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyenRCJ_4Ww)
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--- Outpost Sargasso ---
"I was thinking, something more along the lines of 'Prophet's Bane ,but that sounds good too." Krystal responded.
--- 2 miles out from Tigress' Armory ---
"Sheese these guys are picky." Jaden the pilot of the Fox like Zoid/mecha sighed setting her head onto the console Relaxing "Vixy you have the controls stay on the set course and don't step on anyone." She said to her Zoid.
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---meanwhile far far away---
"Sir are you sure this is a good idea?" asked Corzi when exiting the debriefing room. "I am more than sure it will work this time, the long range detectors have sensed movement in there for a while now, and in case it doesn't we would still be able to go back, that why the probe goes first" answered Shoon while walking down the corridor.
After a while Corzi answered "but why go in so heavy if I may ask, they might take it as a threat!" He exclaimed "research shows when faced with an unknown situation most will go hostile, it is a just a counter measure" Shoon answered as they walked down the corridor.
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(Dunno if Moka will be posting soon, so we will have to continue on regardless.)
*** Skyrim ***
Lokahviing arrived at the archeological dig site, and per what Kammy had described, opened the way to the facility. He armed his rifle, and proceeded inside, Sergeant Gunjar and the SSF troops following him in.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost Sargasso ***
"Mm... maybe," Markus admitted. "But I figured--"
"Lord-Admiral," Voro interjected, "Our repair teams indicate the ship should be fully-operational in two hours."
"Very good," Markus responded. "Keep me updated."
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus was about to speak when he paused, sensing a new presence in the Force, one he'd not felt before. "We've got company..." he murmured.
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--- Skyrim ---
Kyra following Lokahviing in her dc-17 pistol drawn and ready.
--- UACS Thermopylae-A, Outpost Sargasso ---
"Eh, I'll decide after Tigress has it Refitted." Krystal replied simply.
--- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"Hmm she's late traffic must have slowed her down." Tigress muttered in response.
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*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam moved towards the outpost, stating: "Fayam to Sargasso, I've got the Prophet of Vengeance! Shall I give it to you or shall I dump it on Outpost 'Mantakar?"
*Transwarp Hub*
Anna replied: "Well, I'm not much good of a hacker. Copilot?" "Working," he muttered. He pushed up a small holographic screen and started a hack attempt.
*Dragon'taan*
The Leviathans watched Draco go and decided to wait- until a message of the Toma-guards came in: "We've got company- And they don't seem friendly. Orders?" Farrar instantly responded: "1 minute, then strike!"
*Tomahawk*
The message came in with the Toma-guards. They consulted the Steel Leviathan and after the response they answered to the fleet: "These are the Toma-Guards! Listen closely, we'll only say this once! Borg, we suspect you have evil intent. We cannot let you wreck havoc here! You get one minute to leave territorial space or we'll take action. Should you descend towards the surface the same fate awaits. Is that clear?"
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*** Outpost Sargasso ***
"Fayam, this is Lord-Admiral Tokarev - take the prophet to Outpost 'Mantakar. High General Indari is waiting, and he wants to thank you personally," came the answer from Markus.
*** Transwarp Hub ***
Anna's copilot would find the security measures easy to bypass, a clear indication that the enemy was not expecting an infiltration of this station. Remus, himself, found another computer terminal and began accessing it.
*** Tomahawk ***
The Borg ships did not answer, instead moving on the world with massive power build-ups among the vessels - a clear indication that they were powering weapons.
*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"You know this person?" Mathayus asked Tigress.
*** Skyrim ***
After a short trek among the empty halls, Lokahviing and his team happened across the Stargate itself. It was bustling with activity, as High Elves and Romulans dashed to and fro trying to get the gate operational.
"Testing... NOW!" Shouted one of them, though it was not clear who shouted. The gate began to move, locking in symbols, and Lokahviing turned to his team.
"We cannot let them get to Windhelm! We must shut that gate down now!"
"Way ahead of you, Admiral," Gunjar responded, grabbing a pair of grenades.
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--- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"Yes an old friend of mine notified me she was coming, she's got someething that may interest us though my contact also mention she had something to ask us." Tigress explained, clicking a button on the wall...
--- Skyrim ---
"Do we want to destroy or disable it?" Kyra asked
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*Outpost Sargasso*
"Got it!" Fayam replied, and fired up the warp tech. Within seconds the ship reached Outpost 'Mantakar.
*Transwarp Hub*
The copilot mumbled: "Low defences. Fools." He easily gained access and started nosing around.
*Dragon'taan*
The Toma-Guards sent another message: "They're not listening. Fire?" Hor'kuu mixed in and said: "They no mercy, we no mercy!"
*Tomahawk*
Upon hearing the words of their king the Toma-Guards said to the ships: "You want to fight? Very well. But know you made the wrong decision!" They activated the Nuclear Towers and locked on the fleet. The towers started beaming them down one after another, each ship under the assault of three heavy antimatter blasts. Every tenth second came with violent attacks from the planet's surface.
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*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
The arrival of Fayam's ship did not go unnoticed, as the flagship of the Marauder Corps fleet - the Marauder-class Star Dreadnought DMCS Dragon's Rage - opened a hailing channel to Fayam's ship. "This is High General Kyle Indari to Fayam - I hear you have one of the three Prophet Hierarchs. Head for starboard hangar bay Alpha-One; I will have an honor guard meet you there to escort you and your bounty to the bridge."
*** Transwarp Hub ***
The Copilot would find numerous action plans, tech data, and a message from one Admiral Arai: "The fools in the Marauder Corps have grown complacent; they do not yet know the Borg have been destroyed. Keep it that way. Use the Borg ships and stage assaults on various galactic interests, then send allied forces to quell the attacks. We will drive a wedge between the DMC and their allies, and re-shape the galaxy for the benefit of the Romulan Star Empire, with the Tal Shiar at the helm."
"Remus to Anna... I can't get much from this terminal - any luck on your end?" came Remus' hushed voice over a private comm channel.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"Something to ask us?" Mathayus asked. "About what?"
*** Tomahawk ***
The attacks seemed not to affect the Borg vessels - they took the attacks and kept advancing, locking weapons onto whatever they could. It was then that another force made itself known - a task force of Cardassian Galor and Keldon-class Battleships, Breen Warships, Kazon Raiders and their larger Predator-class Counterparts, all led by a Romulan D'Deridex Warbird flanked by a pair of Mogai Warbirds and four Dehlan Warbirds. The D'Deridex sent out an open transmission:
"Unidentified local forces, this is Commander Tomalok of the Romulan Empire - we picked up a Borg Transwarp anomaly in the area, and have come to render assistance."
*** Skyrim ***
"Can you disable it?" Lokahviing asked quietly. It was then that someone shouted an alarm, but not to the intruders in their midst.
"Alert! We have an anomaly on our hands! Abort! Abort!"
The Stargate locked in the final symbol, and the gate opened to what seemed unfamiliar territory, but still not hostile to intelligent life. "What the hell...?" one of the Tal Shiar mumbled.
(Shoon, that's your cue. If you will, feel free to post your response.)
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--- Skyrim ---
"I withdraw my request." Kyra whispered back.
---Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ---
" She comes from a planet in the far edge of the milky way galaxy called Zi, on it there are many odd mechanical beings called Zoids, from what she's told me something funny is going on there, That's all I know I'm sure she will fill us in when she gets here.
As Tigress spoke the large mechanicle Fox walked into the large hanger Tigress had just opened, the front golden colored cockpit window opening revealing a cockpit, the armor Figure wearing what appeared to be a jumpsuit with an EVA like MjOlnir Armor helmet (http://img06.deviantart.net/b5e8/i/2015/116/1/c/halo_3__eva_helmet_by_art4games-d4ji84q.png) slowly got out of the mechanical beast and headed towards Tigress' office
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Raz looked at the armor figure as they walked by, "Um... Well... that happened..."
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far far away the yeda system---
"All hands on deck!" shoon yelled as he was climbing the mech, he was smiling like a madman as he knew this was his day of glory, he will lead the new discovery!
He enterd the mech and started up the systems "lionheart your in and ready?" a somewhat mechanical deep smooth british voice answerd "all systems are combat ready, shall i start the command module HUD and establish the radio channel?" lionheart asked "yes that will be preferd, I will be finishing system check" shoon answerd his voice cracking slightly.
"Come in nova squad come in, this is squad leader midnight oll units operatinal?" shoon said into the radio as he was loading his gun.
"Nova 1 loud and clear" "Nova 2 is ready" "Nova 3 cant stand the wait" "same here Nova 3" shoon made a quick replay as all 12 came in. "Remember, spread and srround the exit point and establish dome, I will be negotiating and eliminating the danger. squad move out!" shoon said in the radio and led the mech down the corridor into the warp room as they stood in a line infront of the gate. "probe going in 3 2 1 now!" said a scientist in both radio and speakers loudly as a small drone quadcopter went through "were getting an image, lots of movment, seems intelegent, nova squad go in! move move move!" shoon quickly answerd "you heard him boys!" as the mech run through the gate.
---skyrim---
(i will need a very detailed and clear description of what everyone there looks like, place npc and players)
12 mechs 7 meters high looking this (http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/titanfall/images/d/d5/Ogre_IMC.png/revision/latest?cb=20140302052155) with armor plating instead of bags on the chest enter the hall and surround the star gate, possibly crashing people during that time, the surround the gate and connect their hands in a circle creating a mostly see through domed shield of energy tinted light gray, after the shield is established a mech painted dark blue walks in, all the mechs have someform of guns of the back, some short and wide like a shotgun, some long like a form of a marksmen rifle. the dark blue mech has a a rifle in his hands that looks like this (https://eaassets-a.akamaihd.net/pulse/titanfall/xo16_1.png) stands near the gate in the dommed shield and announces in amps from somehwhere on his mech "we come in peace, we are reaserchers from a unknowen to you part of the galaxy, please stand back so we know you mean no harm" he said. he turned off the amps "lionheart do you have all heat signs?" "yes master" "oh i told you to stop calling me that" answerd shoon "send them to all squad members and begin cordinent transfer" immidetly lionheart answers "yes mast- uhm, i mean Im on it my friend".
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(The place the Stargate is in is underground, with a back exit [currently closed for concealment] for moving vehicles like your mechs to and from the gate; Lokahviing is a black-furred Khajiit wearing a black uniform of the Nirn Star Fleet [NSF] with the rank insignia of Grand Admiral [five gold stars surrounding a sixth silver star in the center) on his collar and armed with a disruptor rifle. Staff Sergeant Gunjar is a Nord in the armored uniform of the Stormcloak Special Forces; he and the men with him are all armed with automatic assault rifles. The Thalmor are High elves dressed in typical Thalmor attire, the Tal Shiar are Romulans in the usual Tal Shiar attire. Not hard to find a look online. Alex will describe her character present.)
*** Skyrim ***
Lokahviing froze on sight of the new interlopers. "What the hell...?" he mumbled.
The Thalmor and Tal Shiar, either thinking these newcomers were intruders or paranoid they'd give their position away, all went for weapons, pointing them at the mechs.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Faasnu followed this newcomer at a distance, Maria right beside him, just as curious.
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(Kyra is a Khajiit with a grey leopard fur pattern, currently wearing her grey Mjolnir mk3.2 armor which looks like spartan-ii Mk VI armor.) "NOw What?" Kyra growled.
--- Skyrim ---
"NOw What?" Kyra growled.
--- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"Something you need?" Jaden asked, looking at Faasnu and Maria. "It will have to wait I need to speak with one of the DMC's Generals immediately" The armored figure added, quickening her pace.
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---Skyrim---
"Hostile activity detected from all visible targets, shall I warm up the phasing unit?" lionheart asked, without any suprise in his tone "Yeah, you do that" shoon activaits the radios function, they chose the hard way, the ccordinets will take more time, be ready to move all energy to the barrier".
shoon waited a few more moments before lionheart said "phasers hot and ready, location is on your hud" shoon clicked a few buttoms and a blade around a meter long unsheathd it self from the left hand. shoon turned on the amps for a brief moment "remember, you brought this on your selfs!" the mech began to ran towards the barrier when shoon asked lionheart "how much time?" with him ansewring "6 minutes" just as the mech would have hit the barrier it disappirs.
After a few seconds it apears agian 10 meters foward getting its gun in its hand and begins to shoot and stomp on all around him.
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Lokahviing, Gunjar, and the SSF soldiers stayed in cover as the Thalmor and Tal Shiar were systematically decimated. When it was all over, Lokaviing and his troops slung their weapons so as not to appear threatening to the newcomers, then approached them. "Drem Yol Lok," he greeted them with a bow. "My troops and I were poised to take those guys out, but you've taken care of that for us, and not only that, secured that Stargate. On behalf of the Nirn Starfleet, I thank you. But you have me at a loss - what was your purpose in coming here?"
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"Finally! some nice people!" said Shoon on both amps and radio "hold on I'm going to meet you in person" Shoon exclaimed "Shoon I don't think that is a good idea. oh, never mind then" he said as Shoon opened the hatch on the top got out closed it and scaled down the mech and walked to him.
The mask covered all of his face and horns "hello, I am commanding specialist shoon" he replied a bow "our purpose is science, for long we and by that I mean my species were locked inside our star system, which is tens of light years away from everything else, but lately we managed to create stable portals and have been looking for energy reading through the cosmos until we detected faint waves from this general location. So we opened a portal in this general area supposedly but ended in deep space, but this time your so called "star gate" has linked with our portal, of course now we will have full access to this area filled with life in the void as the coordinate acquisition is nearly complete, so please would you kindly inform the person who manages the space above planet to not shoot down our ships when they enter the orbit, they are scientific crafts and will mean no harm. Also, care to explain why you were hiding here? and who were the bastards that wanted to attack my men?"
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*** Tomahawk ***
The attacks seemed not to affect the Borg vessels - they took the attacks and kept advancing, locking weapons onto whatever they could. It was then that another force made itself known - a task force of Cardassian Galor and Keldon-class Battleships, Breen Warships, Kazon Raiders and their larger Predator-class Counterparts, all led by a Romulan D'Deridex Warbird flanked by a pair of Mogai Warbirds and four Dehlan Warbirds. The D'Deridex sent out an open transmission:
"Unidentified local forces, this is Commander Tomalok of the Romulan Empire - we picked up a Borg Transwarp anomaly in the area, and have come to render assistance."
*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam responded: "As you wish!" He moved Blowfish MK. II towards the starboard dock and succesfully docked. He jerked the Phrophet out of the back room and shoved it into the Alpha-One.
*Transwarp Hub*
Anna took a look on the terminal and spoke: "Remus, we've got a problem. And a BIG one. They got some serious plans and they completely eradicated the Borg-- We should let this be known throughout the universe. And when they fake a Borg attack they send allies to stop them, in order to win the trust of various cultures. And to make it worse, it serves to reverse the trust in the DMC. I swear, this can never be good!" The copilot added: "Correct. And in the end they'll get the so-called Romulan Empire on its feet, the Tal Shiar on top." She repeated the message also to the others still aboard of Faith and they relayed it to the allied ships.
*Dragon'taan*
The Steel Leviathan now received a message from a completely different staure: "We're getting help from an unknown force! Orders?"
Omega said: "Ask who they are and what they want. And nevertheless: keep catious. I have a bad feeling somehow..."
*Tomahawk*
The help was welcome, so the Toma-Guards said the following to the new ships: "Your assistance is allowed. The ships are currently above the local coordinates 34N-71W." Of course, they also got Omega's message, so they were ready to interrogate the Romulan ships more thouroughly after the Borg were done with.
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"Finally! some nice people!" said Shoon on both amps and radio "hold on I'm going to meet you in person" Shoon exclaimed "Shoon I don't think that is a good idea. oh, never mind then" he said as Shoon opened the hatch on the top got out closed it and scaled down the mech and walked to him.
The mask covered all of his face and horns "hello, I am commanding specialist shoon" he replied a bow "our purpose is science, for long we and by that I mean my species were locked inside our star system, which is tens of light years away from everything else, but lately we managed to create stable portals and have been looking for energy reading through the cosmos until we detected faint waves from this general location. So we opened a portal in this general area supposedly but ended in deep space, but this time your so called "star gate" has linked with our portal, of course now we will have full access to this area filled with life in the void as the coordinate acquisition is nearly complete, so please would you kindly inform the person who manages the space above planet to not shoot down our ships when they enter the orbit, they are scientific crafts and will mean no harm. Also, care to explain why you were hiding here? and who were the bastards that wanted to attack my men?"
The people who attacked you are like all truly evil beings they seek power, power so they can rule over everyone els., Before you went through the portal we were trying to stop it from activating so that these people would not harm anyone else, apparently they still had no idea how to work the Stargate." Kyra explained "On the other hand thank you and umm, what was your name , sir?" THe grey Khajiit added
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*** Transwarp Hub ***
"That's not good," Lian said. "Any indication who's behind all this?"
*** Tigress's armory, Dragon'taan ***
"Easy with that tongue of yours - you speak to Darth Faasnu, head of the Dragon'taan Crusaders and elder brother of High General Kyle Indari himself. Kyle is currently away on a campaign, so whatever you need to speak to him about, you can speak to me," Mathayus told Jaden.
*** Tomahawk ***
The Romulan ships and their allies engaged the Borg vessels, and the Borg likewise returned fire. The Romulan ships, however, were able to phase through the Borg's adaptive shielding and score direct hits on the Borg vessels. The Spheres and Probes went up within the first eight minutes - the Diamonds, three minutes later, and the Cube was crippled, and sensors would indicate the Romulan ships boarding the cube via their transporters.
"Commander Tomalok to local forces - did any Borg drones manage to make it down planetside?" the Romulan Commander asked.
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
The Honor Guard - consisting of two Feline Dragon-Shifters in specially-ornamented armor were waiting for Fayam. "The High General is expecting you, hunter. Please follow us." They then would lead Fayam to the bridge as the Sangheili arrived in-system, sending out a transmission that they had the other two prophets.
*** Skyrim ***
"Finally! some nice people!" said Shoon on both amps and radio "hold on I'm going to meet you in person" Shoon exclaimed "Shoon I don't think that is a good idea. oh, never mind then" he said as Shoon opened the hatch on the top got out closed it and scaled down the mech and walked to him.
The mask covered all of his face and horns "hello, I am commanding specialist shoon" he replied a bow "our purpose is science, for long we and by that I mean my species were locked inside our star system, which is tens of light years away from everything else, but lately we managed to create stable portals and have been looking for energy reading through the cosmos until we detected faint waves from this general location. So we opened a portal in this general area supposedly but ended in deep space, but this time your so called "star gate" has linked with our portal, of course now we will have full access to this area filled with life in the void as the coordinate acquisition is nearly complete, so please would you kindly inform the person who manages the space above planet to not shoot down our ships when they enter the orbit, they are scientific crafts and will mean no harm. Also, care to explain why you were hiding here? and who were the bastards that wanted to attack my men?"
"We were getting ready to take out the soldiers that attacked you - the ones in the green armor are Thalmor troops; the ones in the grey uniforms, agents of the Tal Shiar. We believe they intended to use this Stargate to strike elsewhere in the universe. Speaking of which..." Lokahviing paused to access his communicator. "Grand Admiral Lokahviing to Orbital Defense Forces - we have inbound science craft. Hold your fire. Repeat, hold your fire - they are friendly. Get a cleanup crew down to my location double-time, the Stargate is secure. And get a word to Windhelm - they are safe."
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-- Tigress's armory, Dragon'taan ---
"I just got here how was I suppose to know?" Jaden asked "Anyway I need help a mysterious force has been doing odd things on planet Zi all i know is they use Zoids painted green and raid nearby bases and sometimes villages for things they need, I dunno what they are up to ,nor who they are ,but they are a threat to the stability and peace of planet Zi." Jaden explained.
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(I feel really out of this RP for some reason... hmm, mind if I restart with Raz?)
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(How exactly do you intend to restart?)
Mathayus crossed his arms. "Anything else you can tell me will help identify them - tactics, intercepted transmissions, unidentified sensor readings, even any kind of emblem this group uses."
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(your first intro was fine by me , to be honest.)
"We've picked up odd transmissions ,but we can't understand their language" Jaden explained "And here's an image of an Iron kong (http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/zoids/images/7/7a/IK1.jpg/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/300?cb=20080708220922) before it's color changed ,but had this odd logo (http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/memoryalpha/images/8/85/Tal_Shiar_logo.png/revision/latest?cb=20040912125339&path-prefix=en) on it." Jaden added. "They've attacked both the Empire and Republic forces Threatening years of peace."
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(Well, I just revamped Raz's backstory... it's pretty harsh for him... but I just want to restart his role in this as his younger self, so still a dragling, so how I'd see it, if he's put into a black market part of Dragon'taan, and he's being auctioned off, but as the auction kicks off, the police forces crash the party and Raz gets rescued... or someone just as themselves pays for Raz and saves him that way... so, which would you guys prefer?)
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(The former intro [Dragon'taan police crashing a black market auction and rescuing Raz, which Anna Indari can have a hand in] sounds better to me than the latter. Go ahead.)
Mathayus looked over the images, then at Jaden. "The logo... and the attacks you describe... seem consistent with the work of the Tal Shiar. Have you heard of them?"
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(The former intro [Dragon'taan police crashing a black market auction and rescuing Raz, which Anna Indari can have a hand in] sounds better to me than the latter. Go ahead.)
Mathayus looked over the images, then at Jaden. "The logo... and the attacks you describe... seem consistent with the work of the Tal Shiar. Have you heard of them?"
"No you have to understand, I don't even know where my home planet is I Crash landed on Zi not 20 years ago and lost my memories." Jaden said taking her helmet off revealing her Black furred fox head. "Everyone on Zi, but me is a human or human like." She explained.
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(For those who do not know, I am restarting Raz's role in this RP)
Although one Black market was taken down, another has seemed to have risen and was growing quite popular.
The area was crude with the disgusting 'I don't wanna know' smell and the visual of it was even worse, walls and floor had splatters of different things, most of which wasn't pleasant.
A majority of the vendors from the previous black market had moved over here, and one new one, a slave auctioneer.
A fat looking crow in a frilly coat and baggy pants walked out onto the stage made of soap boxes and a sheet of wood for a floor, and he called out to the crows, "Attention everyone! We have a special pretty piece today! A feral dragling!", the crowd scoffed and started to walk away, and as the fat crow didn't want to lose their attention, he had Raz brought out in a large metal cage, despite him not being much larger then a fully grown great dane, "Now listen here! This dragling here possesses a special stone, one with immense power... Boys! Set up the target!", two large black cloaked tigers lifted up a concrete wall and the auctioneer stepped on Raz's tail and Raz let out a whine that made a strong beam of red light shoot out of his soulstone from his chest and through the wall, that then went further and dissapated just outside of the market entrance, "See? Amazing!! Now, can I hear 200?", after this bid, the price for Raz started to sky rocket, quickly closing in on a million.
Somewhere from a perch in the market, an undercover officer radioed in, "This is blue canary to boss. We have a problem. They're auctioning off something powerful... I think it's just a baby dragon. Over"
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--- Dragon'taan Illegal Black market location ---
Before any offers could be made a feral arctic vixen appeared next to the salesmen, seemly from no where, it paced around the salesmen for a moment before, growling at him and attempting to pounce on him only ending up landing on his foot. as if it were a mouse.
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---Skyrim---
"The name is Shoon and I am the commanding specialist of this operation, and this is my partner lionheart" Shoon points towards the mech which sat idle all of this time and suddenly waved and said in its smooth low yet mechanical voice "Hello, pleasure to be of service".
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*Outpost Sargasso*
Fayam followed the guards on foot, making sure the Prophet wasn't going anywhere.
*Transwarp Hub*
Anna looked again. "This was a quote from Admiral Arai. Obviously part of the Tal Shiar." In the meantime, the copilot thought on their plan of action. He said to them: "I think I know what to do best now. First of all, we need to take this to the DMC. They can help us broadcast the intel to the rest of the galaxy-- and beyond. We, in turn, have to let as many civilisations know as possible."
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-Guards responded: "No, fortunately they haven't. However they seemed able to withstand heavy antimatter blasts. Come to think, do you know why?"
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--- Dragon'taan Illegal Black market location ---
Before any offers could be made a feral arctic vixen appeared next to the salesmen, seemly from no where, it paced around the salesmen for a moment before, growling at him and attempting to pounce on him only ending up landing on his foot. as if it were a mouse.
A sweat of sorts dripped down Raz's forehead and onto his leather muzzle, he then looked over at the fox with tired and sad eyes, his gangly appearance clearly showing that he was suffering from malnutrition and possibly starvation. His legs were shaking as he was forced to stand by a harness that was attached to the top of the cage.
The salesman stumbled back in an instant and went to kick the fox away, wrenching his foot and leg back and then sending it towards the fox, "Get away, you stupid mutt!"
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*** Dragon'taan Black Market Location ***
An alarm blared outside, and Dragon'taan Police aircraft could be heard hovering outside. Inside stepped a pink-scaled Dragonarian woman, armed with a Disruptor Auto Rifle. She was flanked by multiple Dragon'taan Military Police personnel. "Listen up, people - this place is hereby seized by the Government of Dragon'taan. The person in charge of this building is to step forward immediately - and should they think of trying to escape out the back, let me advise them that the building is completely surrounded - air, ground, and underground. Cooperate, and it will be taken into consideration at your trial," her voice boomed. She looked to the dragling, and motioned for one of the guards. "Bring the little one to me - he doesn't look too good."
The guard and two of his comrades approached Raz.
*** Outpost Sargasso ***
The soldiers led Fayam to the bridge, where High General Kyle was waiting, surrounded by a half-dozen cases of currency. "The prodigal hunter returns, and with the bounty," Kyle said. "You've no idea how much this will mean to the Marauder Corps." He indicated the cases surrounding him. "These are yours. You've more than earned it - and should you need a safe harbor, feel free to hit up Dragon'taan."
*** Transwarp Hub ***
"Agreed," Lian responded. "Get back to your ships - we have what we came for. We need to get back to Dragon'taan ASAP."
*** Tomahawk ***
"Borg ships are... adaptive, to say the least," Tomalok answered truthfully. "They're known to adapt to virtually any known weapon out there - but the Romulan Star Empire has found ways to get through their defensive technologies. It's a good thing we came here when we did - the Borg would have ravaged your world had we not."
*** Skyrim ***
Lokahviing nodded. "Grand Admiral Lokahviing, Nirn Starfleet - the NSF," he introduced himself. "And I offer my deepest gratitude for the resolution of this... standoff. Welcome to Skyrim, such as it is."
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--- Dragon'taan Illegal Black market location ---
Before any offers could be made a feral arctic vixen appeared next to the salesmen, seemly from no where, it paced around the salesmen for a moment before, growling at him and attempting to pounce on him only ending up landing on his foot. as if it were a mouse.
A sweat of sorts dripped down Raz's forehead and onto his leather muzzle, he then looked over at the fox with tired and sad eyes, his gangly appearance clearly showing that he was suffering from malnutrition and possibly starvation. His legs were shaking as he was forced to stand by a harness that was attached to the top of the cage.
The salesman stumbled back in an instant and went to kick the fox away, wrenching his foot and leg back and then sending it towards the fox, "Get away, you stupid mutt!"
--- Dragon'taan Black Market Location ---
The Fox swiftly avoided the kick, moving behind the salesmen then morphed to a clothed bipedal digitgrade Fox. "Your under arrest for assaulting an officer of the DMC as well as selling prohibited merchandise, your assests will be confiscated and," She paused hadning Raz a slice of sweet lemon bread, as she pulled cuffs out of her pocket with her other hand. "This little guy will be freed along with any other 'captures' you have." Ambre the now Digitigrade bipedal fox said. "And don't try to escape either we have the place surrounded.
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Raz padded at the bread but couldn't eat it due to his muzzle that he had on.
The salesman tried to get out of Ambre's grasp, and somehow succeeded, running forward through the crowd below and continuing to run, "Just try and stop me!"
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The man would find himself running into a punch thrown by Anna. "Do us a favor and stay down," she told him.
The two police guards approached Raz and began taking his muzzle off. "General, this dragling is malnourished - he likely will need medical attention." One of them handed Raz the bread and an additional article of food - a clump of chicken.
"Here, little one... it's not much, but should hold you over till we can get you a real meal," the guard said.
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"Why do people continue to do this if it wasn't khajiit slaves now they sell Dragonlings?" Amber almost growled, mad at the people that did this, turning to Raz, "Anyway how are you feeling?" She asked slowly inching her hand towards Raz while her other grabbed her blasted pistol to cut away at his harness.
--- Dragon'taan Tigress' Armory ---
"So can you help me and Planet Zi before they become a bigger problem?" Jaden asked.
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--- Dragon'taan Black Market Location ---
Raz shakingly ate the food, but looked at Amber and tilted his head as he didn't understand what she was saying, and he replied with a thank you in his native tongue, it being very raspy and stuttered, and he pressed his head into the hand, letting out a coo from the softness of it, and then continuing to eat his food.
The salesman fell down on a pike and died instantly from the impact to his head, his body sparking and showing an augmented crow beneath the fake visage.
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*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"I can certainly help, but if the DMC is to commit any kind of response, one of the DMC Command Staff must be alerted. Alternatively, I could commit the aid of the Dragon'taan Crusader Corps, our local Force-users," Mathayus responded to Jaden.
*** Unidentified Black Market location, Dragon'taan ***
"That's one less black market dealer on Dragon'taan," Anna growled. She then approached Raz, then spoke in dragon language, "Have no fear, little one. We'll take care of you. I'm Anna. What's your name?"
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Raz looked down for a moment, "Ra... Razu... Razuel!", he then finished eating and looked up at Anna and gave a yawn, "Sleepy..."
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Anna reached out, gently taking the young dragling in her arms. "Poor baby," she sighed. She would gently lift Razuel in her arms, and head for the exit. "Alert my husband of the situation - and advise him we have someone who deserves attention when he gets home," she said to the police. She would look to Razuel and said softly in dragon, "Don't worry, Razuel - my husband and I will take care of you. Dragons on Dragon'taan are treated no differently than the people and dragon-shifters here as well. Sleep, young one, and when you wake, you will be in a safe place."
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Raz gave another yawn and snuggled into Anna's arms, slowly falling asleep, wrapping his tail around Anna's arm, and as they passed into a more lighted area, multiple scars became visible on his body, showing how abused he's been
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--- Unidentified Black Market location, Dragon'taan ---
"The local forces can handle the rest, Anna. We Should get our friend here to the local hospital." Amber noted looking around to make sure things were fully under control. "He appears to be injured as well, what monsters.."
--- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ---
Tigress walked out to Greet Jaden, "Hello Jaden I heard you had something for me?"
Jaden nodded turning to Tigress, handing her what looked like a USB Flash Drive. "This will explain everything to you , Quartermaster.' Jaden said turning, back to Mathayus. " These Tal'Shiar seem to be a threat to everyone I have a full report made up of what we know of them .
Tigress plugged the device into a nearby computer "Zoids?" She asked looking over schematics of mech like animals, then a report of them. "If the Tal Shiar has this sort of hardware even our Battlemech forces would be hard pressed to stop them, Mathayus, we may be in danger if just a single one of these Zoids drops on Dragon'taan it could case massive damage to the already damaged city here on Dragon'taan along with any other planet the Tal Shiar drop it on." Tigress explained.
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*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"All the more reason to send the DMC in, but after concluding the campaign with the Covenant, Tigress, you know better than most how Kyle would loathe to go on another campaign just as the last one is concluded. Which brings me to ask... did you ever reach any sort of agreement with your mechs with the Imperial Alliance?" Mathayus asked.
*** Unidentified Black Market location, Dragon'taan ***
"Kyle would hate to see this..." Anna sighed, keeping her voice low so as not to wake Razuel. "And the family can handle this. I have practice in healing injured dragons - especially ones as young as little Razuel here." She got into a transport bound for Indari Manor and waited for Amber.
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Raz woke up for a second before they went in the transport, and he looked at Amber, and spoke in his language, "Pretty...", and then snuggling back into Anna's arms and falling back asleep, his soulstone glowing seemingly normally
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Anna leaned down and gave Razuel a gentle kiss on the top of his head. "I can already tell you're gonna get along great with Kira," she whispered.
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Anna leaned down and gave Razuel a gentle kiss on the top of his head. "I can already tell you're gonna get along great with Kira," she whispered.
"Alright I'll leave this to you then, Guess I'd be surprised if, M..Krystal didn't teach you more. "Speaking of our little friend here, How is Kira?" Ambre said as she stepped on board, not fully understanding why Raz said 'Pretty'
--- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"War, War never changes." Tigress sighed. "I know, Mathayus, I know, but there's no rest for the weary, as for the Imperial Alliance i just sent them their first shipment of Battlemechs should have launched not an hour ago, shame they stopped making those AT-TE's." The large tiger began to ramble.
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Raz started to toss and turn in Anna's arms, whimpering and yelping as he did, small bits of tears falling from his eyes, still asleep and seeming to be having a nightmare
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"Little Kira's fine," Anna answered. She turned her attention to the squirming little dragling in her arms and gently shook him in an effort to wake him from his nightmare. "You poor baby," she murmured in evident sympathy. "How many cruelties did you have to endure before we found you?"
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"Actually, Tigress, the Imperial Alliance has recently started production of an updated and upgraded version of the AT-TE, as a heavy support unit for the AT-ATs," Mathayus answered. He looked back at Jaden. "Regardless, I will take a contingent of Dragon'taan Crusaders aboard my flagship, and if you will lead me there, I will rally Imperial Alliance support and head to Zi and put an end to whatever the Tal Shiar have planned there."
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Raz woke up and clutched Anna, shaking in his spot, shaking his head as he didn't want to think about what had happened to him, "N-no... no.... no..."
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"I don't even have to read your mind to know your lieing, Raz, but let's leave that talk for another time." Ambre noted.
Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan
"Just show me the way." Jaden replied simply.
"By the time you get back i'll have your Shadow Fox upgraded and for the time being, here." Tigress handed her an odd looking device. "It's a materlization device it holds clothing and almost anything you'll need in a form of plasma energy compacting items into a very small size The manual is attached to it, should have just about everything you'll need." Tigress explained, "I wish you both luck."
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"Shh-sh-sh... shhhh..." Anna shushed Raz, as though he were her own child. "It's okay, sweetie - you're safe. I won't let anything happen to you." She gently kissed the top of Raz's head again. "Promise."
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Raz slowed his breathing back to normal and loosened his grip on Anna, but was still holding onto her
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"Shhhh..." Anna continued to shush Raz. The transport landed, and Anna stepped off and started up the path toward the looming Indari Manor.
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Raz turned his head around to the manor and he looked a bit worried and rather scared, clutching onto Anna again
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---Skyrim---
"Nova squad come in, mother of innovation is up in 5 ticks" Shoon lifts his hand to his helmet and clicks a button on the side "roger that, permission to bring guests?" "permission granted, limit of 6" Shoon stopped pressing the button "hey if you want I have permission to bring guests from command, do you want to see my ship?" Shoon performed a small inviting gesture with his hands "but I only have room for 6 so choose fast!".
---Meanwhile in Skyrim orbit---
What seems like a horizontal tear opens up away from any ship small or large and this (http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/rvb/images/0/06/Mother_of_Invention_attacked.png/revision/latest?cb=20120524220934) ship flies out before the tear in space closes like it was never there.
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*Outpost 'Mantakar*
Fayam shove the Prophet in the hands of Kyle and made several trips to get all the cash to his ship. then he thought on his next plan of action. He considered going to Dragon'taan, and because he didn't really knew anything else to go to he went there.
*Transwarp Hub*
Anna nodded. "Sure! Copilot?" The copilot copied the message into a small pocket computer and beamed the two of them back to Faith, after leaving the terminal as he found it.
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-Guards spoke the situation over for a bit. Then they asked: "Well... In that case we're not able to withstand another attack on our own. Any idea what we can do to improve our defences?"
*Dragon'taan*
The Leviathans decided they had waited long enough for Draco to return, so they contacted the spacepost. "Hor'kuu, Leviathan King, to Dragon'taan! We'd like to take off and return home."
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(Nice ship, Shoon. UNSC fan much?)
*** Skyrim ***
"Certainly," Lokahviing said. "I'll take Kyra with me. Sergeant Gunjar, radio Windhelm for the science teams - get them down here, double-time."
"Yes, sir!" Gunjar answered.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Permission granted, your majesty - lift off when ready," came the response.
In orbit, the DMC fleet headed up by Drake dropped out of Translight Speed. "Home, sweet home," Drake sighed.
At Indari Manor, Anna cradled little Raz. "It's okay - that's my house. You'll like it there," she told him. She stepped into the manor, and was greeted with the sight of a luxurious dwelling, with many a work of art, chandeliers, and expensive furniture decorating the place. She headed toward the house medical bay, where she gently set Raz down on a table. "Okay... let's see the extent of the injuries," she said, scanning Raz with a tricorder.
*** Tomahawk ***
"That is not for me to say, commander," Tomalok told the Toma-Guards. "That will likely need to be taken up with command. I can, however, remain here so you can talk to my superior officers via Romulan channels. I am authorized to do that much, if you so desire."
*** Transwarp Hub ***
The enemy was not aware of the intruders in their midst, nor did they detect the transporters that whisked them back to their respective ships; however, an alert siren went off, and the reason was plain to see - a fleet of upgraded UNSC, KDF and RRF warships, using several of the Transwarp gateways, appeared in-system.
"Our allies have the enemy's attention - now's our chance! We must take one of these gateways to Dragon'taan, double-time!" Lian exclaimed. The Devoras de-cloaked and headed for one of the gateways, and the Remus Rising followed suit.
*** Outpost Sargasso ***
"Lord-Admiral," one of Markus' subordinates piped up, "Engineering teams report the OAS Command Carrier is fully-operational."
"Very good," Markus said. "All allied warships... set a course for Dragon'taan. Let's go home."
The ships all engaged FTL drives, and sped off to Dragon'taan, leaving Outpost Sargasso a deserted graveyard...
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"Alright then! stand on the mech" Shoon turned around took a step back and ran towards the mech "lionheart dive entrance protocol!" the mech kneeled and placed his hand forward with Shoon jumping on it and the mech flinging him into the Air while standing up Shoon does a flip in the air and using the handles on the torso he spins himself around when landing and into the hatch "yes I am a show off" and he closes the hatch waiting for people to come on board.
Meanwhile the portal has closed and the force field has started to dissolve.
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(Nice ship, Shoon. UNSC fan much?)
*** Skyrim ***
"Certainly," Lokahviing said. "I'll take Kyra with me. Sergeant Gunjar, radio Windhelm for the science teams - get them down here, double-time."
"Yes, sir!" Gunjar answered.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Permission granted, your majesty - lift off when ready," came the response.
In orbit, the DMC fleet headed up by Drake dropped out of Translight Speed. "Home, sweet home," Drake sighed.
At Indari Manor, Anna cradled little Raz. "It's okay - that's my house. You'll like it there," she told him. She stepped into the manor, and was greeted with the sight of a luxurious dwelling, with many a work of art, chandeliers, and expensive furniture decorating the place. She headed toward the house medical bay, where she gently set Raz down on a table. "Okay... let's see the extent of the injuries," she said, scanning Raz with a tricorder.
*** Tomahawk ***
"That is not for me to say, commander," Tomalok told the Toma-Guards. "That will likely need to be taken up with command. I can, however, remain here so you can talk to my superior officers via Romulan channels. I am authorized to do that much, if you so desire."
*** Transwarp Hub ***
The enemy was not aware of the intruders in their midst, nor did they detect the transporters that whisked them back to their respective ships; however, an alert siren went off, and the reason was plain to see - a fleet of upgraded UNSC, KDF and RRF warships, using several of the Transwarp gateways, appeared in-system.
"Our allies have the enemy's attention - now's our chance! We must take one of these gateways to Dragon'taan, double-time!" Lian exclaimed. The Devoras de-cloaked and headed for one of the gateways, and the Remus Rising followed suit.
*** Outpost Sargasso ***
"Lord-Admiral," one of Markus' subordinates piped up, "Engineering teams report the OAS Command Carrier is fully-operational."
"Very good," Markus said. "All allied warships... set a course for Dragon'taan. Let's go home."
The ships all engaged FTL drives, and sped off to Dragon'taan, leaving Outpost Sargasso a deserted graveyard...
Raz gave a soft whimper when he was put down, but sat there anyway.
The scans would show extensive damage to Raz's belly area, some organs bruised and some that are I'll, it would also show that there was a mall fracture on his left foreleg, and that his right wing joint had been ripped off before ND then was hastily reattached, a clear scar there, but no sign of infection there, it would also show how old some of the whipping scars were, the earliest few dating back to his hatchling years, and when his soulstone was scanned, it started to make the device glitch, but returned to normal when drawn away from his stone.
As he was scanned, he tried to playfully swat at the device, curious at what it is.
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"Dear god, you've taken a beating," Anna commented. She sighed as she finished scanning, then told Raz, "Fortunately, the regenerator can handle all this. First, however, you'll need an anesthetic, and since I doubt you like needles, I'll use the hypospray." She grabbed a small hypospray, loaded an anesthetic, and put the device to Raz's neck, and injected it. All Raz would feel is a barely-perceived prick. She then grabbed the regenerator, and started her work. As she worked, the anesthetic would put Raz into a deep sleep, never feeling any pain whatsoever as the regenerator healed his injuries. When he wakes, Anna thought, He'll have a new life to wake to.
*** Skyrim ***
Lokahviing waited for Kyra to be ready before Following Shoon.
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Raz went wide eyed and then slowly curled up to sleep, sleeping peacefully, and as the machine finished, Raz continued to sleep, a happy smile on his face as he slept, obviously feeling much better
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"Krystal would have a field day with those injuries." Amber sighed, assisting Anna where needed.
--- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"So..Um where is your ship, Mr.Indari?"Jaden asked Mathayus.
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"In orbit," Mathayus answered Jaden. "Transporters are down for an upgrade, so we'll have to take a drop ship. The Crusaders will be notified and will head to the Indomitable Crusader on their own." Mathayus signaled for a drop ship, and waited. "After we have out volunteers, we'll take a trip to Coruscant, link up with the Imperial Alliance fleet, and you'll have to brief them on the situation, before we head for Zi."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You're telling me," Anna commented. She finished her work moments later and picked Raz up and walked to the room she shared with Kyle.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Drake headed down to the transporter room and waited for Amie before transporting down to Indari Manor. Already, he was feeling tired.
Meanwhile, the Coalition fleet arrived with the captured OAS Command Carrier, where the UACS Thermopylae-A hailed Tigress. "Quartermaster Tigress, this is Lord-Admiral Tokarev. Please come in."
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Raz curled his tail around Anna's arm when she picked him up, resting on his back in her arms, belly up
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"I Hope he gets ,better I need to get going unless you have something for me ,Anna." Amber replied as she began to walk towards the entrance of the manor to leave.
--- Tigress' Armory ---
A large white tiger grabbde the radio reciver"Quater Master Arcnon here, what's up?" She asked.
"I see, then I will give you the spatial location of Zi then.' Jaden replied as she followed Mathayus
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"Tigress, we have an OAS Command Carrier here refitted with Borg Technology - and a lot of it. Both High General Indari and I need you do dissect the ship's computer, analyze the adapted tech, try and learn what you can, but most importantly, figure out where the Covenant got their hands on Borg Tech," Markus explained.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna went into the master bedroom and set Raz down in the middle of the king-size bed to let him sleep. "My husband will love you," she whispered.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Drake still waited for Amie, wondering what was keeping her.
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Raz wiggled on the bed, getting comfortable, but woke up as he heard the door slightly creak as it was being closed, "Mommy?... oh...", Raz put himself down, having accidentally thinking of his deceased mother, curling up slowly, sad again, but was comfortable nonetheless.
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Drake beamed down to Indari Manor, and headed for his room. Anna came down to the main level with a finger over her lips, "Shhh... we have a new guest in the family sleeping upstairs," she whispered.
Drake shrugged, headed for his room, and entered, shut the door, and began to slump out of his uniform. He heaved a sigh as he did so, saying, "Another victorious campaign for the DMC..."
*** South of Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus stood watching as the drop ship approached, landed, and opened the doors to the troop compartment. Mathayus walked inside, hoping Jaden was close behind. Once she was aboard, the dropship would take them to a heavily-modified Infinity-Class Warship, the DMCS Indomitable Crusader. "Nice ship, no? Courtesy of Lord-Admiral Tokarev himself," Mathayus said.
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As Drake entered his room in the manor he would hear the water running in the private bathroom attached to his room.
The door to the main hall slowly creeked open if Drake would look 'Amie' would be standing there.
--- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"No rest for the weary, Very well I'll have some drones check it out." Tigress sighed.
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"Amie, honey, why do you have water running in the bathroom if you're not there?" Drake asked "Amie".
"Understood," Markus said. "No rush."
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Raz woke up immediately when he heard voices he wasn't familiar with, crawling up the bed and hiding under the pillows and blanket, the tip of his tail sitting outside of it
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"Amie, honey, why do you have water running in the bathroom if you're not there?" Drake asked "Amie".
"Understood," Markus said. "No rush."
" Are you sure I'm Amie?" 'Amie' asked, pointing to another Amie behind her coming out of the bathroom wearing a bathrobe.
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Anna went back up to check on Raz, seeing him hiding, and sat down on the bed. "It's okay, sweetie," she told him. "No one's gonna hurt you here." She gently tugged his tail, trying to get him to come out to her.
Drake looked between the two Amies. "Are you really gonna be playing these jokes, Amber? Or whoever you are? After I just got home from campaign?" he asked the one clear shape-shifter.
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"It wasn't my idea." Amber the Amie at the door replied.
"It was my idea 'hun." Amie said as she walked to Drake. " I got home a little faster than you did.
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---Skyrim---
"Alright everybody on?" Shoon asked with the amps.
---Mother of Innovation---
"All personal clear warp deck! I repeat all personal clear warp deck" said a serious emotionless female voice on the warps decks speakers.
-
Anna went back up to check on Raz, seeing him hiding, and sat down on the bed. "It's okay, sweetie," she told him. "No one's gonna hurt you here." She gently tugged his tail, trying to get him to come out to her.
Drake looked between the two Amies. "Are you really gonna be playing these jokes, Amber? Or whoever you are? After I just got home from campaign?" he asked the one clear shape-shifter.
Raz whined and pulled his tail in, turning around to look out at Anna, delight filling his eyes and he pounced at her, snuggling her.
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*Dragon'taan*
"Fayam to Dragon'taan, wish to land!"
*Dragon'taan too*
The Steel Leviathan set itself on movement and shot away into space.
*Transwarp Hub*
Anna reacted quickly and used warp-drive to shoot into the aperture.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Fayam, this is Dragon'taan Traffic Control, you are cleared to land in Landing Bay Alpha Two; transmitting approach vector now. Welcome back," came the response.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna shrieked in surprise, laughing at Raz as she cuddled him. "Playful are we?" she chuckled.
*** Skyrim ***
(I have consent to do this, so...)
With Kyra ready, Lokahviing and she waited on Shoon to transport them to his ship. "Ready, Commander," Lokahviing told him.
*** In Transit to Dragon'taan ***
Commander Lian, Commander Remus, and they hoped, Captain Anna streaked along the Transwarp Tunnel toward Dragon'taan. Lian sent a short burst transmission to High General Indari stating they were on their way, and that they had come across critical information. She hoped that he would get the message, and that the DMC forces didn't blast her out of the stars thinking she was a Borg ship.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Fayam, this is Dragon'taan Traffic Control, you are cleared to land in Landing Bay Alpha Two; transmitting approach vector now. Welcome back," came the response.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna shrieked in surprise, laughing at Raz as she cuddled him. "Playful are we?" she chuckled.
*** Skyrim ***
(I have consent to do this, so...)
With Kyra ready, Lokahviing and she waited on Shoon to transport them to his ship. "Ready, Commander," Lokahviing told him.
*** In Transit to Dragon'taan ***
Commander Lian, Commander Remus, and they hoped, Captain Anna streaked along the Transwarp Tunnel toward Dragon'taan. Lian sent a short burst transmission to High General Indari stating they were on their way, and that they had come across critical information. She hoped that he would get the message, and that the DMC forces didn't blast her out of the stars thinking she was a Borg ship.
(That he does.)
--- Dropship in route to Indomitable Crusader ---
"How long will it take for us to get into Imperial territory?" Jaden asked
--- Skyrim ---
"Wait, where are we going?" Kyra asked, looking around the room.
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---Skyrim---
"Beam me up Lionheart!" Shoon exclaimed.
What everyone outside the mech but on it saw was everything bending in random round angles and then going up very quickly.
What everyone near but not on the mech saw was the space around the mech turning before just not being there.
---Skyrim orbit, Mother of Innovation, warp deck---
With a flash of light 4 mechs landed in a big rectangular room, the floor white shiny in most of the room but the edges were back and had many people standing on them, some in working suits some had camera and immediately began to take photos on the ones on Shoons mech, metal and the walls black, the ceiling was high and black as well and there were windows with more cameraman and other people walking around, soon after they appeared the workers and cameramen began to come closer but not too close, they were all anthro digigrade dragons, their scales in many natural and metallic colors with each having at least one visible colors, some taller and less, tail lengths different, different horns, but none were very fat or slim.
Shoon got out of his mech "thats it everyone away now, they're are not specimen in a zoo" he got off the mech and began to scatter them with some help from the workers.
After it he turned around to the group "terribly sorry but it was expected with a total new kind of species they are seeing" Shoon said as the front part of his helmet was sliding off, revealing his silver scales with the hair combed back and 4 very sharp fangs that do not exit his mouth when he closes it "so, shall I show you around?".
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Fayam, this is Dragon'taan Traffic Control, you are cleared to land in Landing Bay Alpha Two; transmitting approach vector now. Welcome back," came the response.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna shrieked in surprise, laughing at Raz as she cuddled him. "Playful are we?" she chuckled.
*** Skyrim ***
(I have consent to do this, so...)
With Kyra ready, Lokahviing and she waited on Shoon to transport them to his ship. "Ready, Commander," Lokahviing told him.
*** In Transit to Dragon'taan ***
Commander Lian, Commander Remus, and they hoped, Captain Anna streaked along the Transwarp Tunnel toward Dragon'taan. Lian sent a short burst transmission to High General Indari stating they were on their way, and that they had come across critical information. She hoped that he would get the message, and that the DMC forces didn't blast her out of the stars thinking she was a Borg ship.
Raz continued to cuddle her, that us until he muttered a 'mommy~', and in that moment he just went stone cold and hugged Anna, crying slowly coming from him.
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*** Skyrim Orbit ***
"Certainly," Lokahviing answered, offering an arm to Kyra.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna cradled the young dragon in her arms, sensing his pain. She gave Razuel a gentle motherly kiss on his head. "I know what it's like, losing someone you love," she spoke to Raz in the dragon tongue. "And so does my husband. My husband more than I - few know it, but he was planetside when the Necromyans glassed his home world. He was forced to watch as everyone and everything he ever knew and loved was destroyed. Kyle often says he was never the same after that. When I met him for the first time on Cerinia, before the Necromyans glassed it, he... was a melancholy fellow, but he had a bright side. He could be cheerful."
"Then the Necromyans came, burning a path of death and destruction," said Kyle's voice, also speaking in the dragon tongue. Anna looked up and saw Kyle walking in, dressed in full uniform. "My wife has always seen the good in me, as has my family and many I work with. But most others in galactic society proclaim I was never the same after seeing such a horror. To some degree, it's true." Kyle knelt down to Razuel's level, looking him in the eyes, letting him see his Sapphire-blue dragon eyes. "I don't know how you survived everything you went through, nor do I know by what design you were forced to endure so much pain alone, but I do know this - you have been spared from such a terrible fate, given a chance to start anew, with a new family, a new home. I don't doubt you have little reason to trust others. But you can trust my kin. Stick with us, and you may find yourself being referred to as kin to the Indari family. After all..." Kyle allowed Razuel a brief glimpse into his scarred, tormented mind, an effort to show Razuel that he was not alone, that there were others in this new family that suffered as he did. "... not everyone can say they survived hell. And I deeply respect any young dragon who has the resilience to survive as long as you have at such a young age." With that, Kyle began getting out of his uniform.
Drake, looking between Amber and Amie, asked, "Did I miss something? What's going on here?"
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"I asked Amber to fill in for me while I took a shower." Amie replied, starting to get dressed.
--- Skyrim --
"Where are we?" Kyra asked still confused.
-
Raz felt almost at home with Anna and Kyle but shook his head at the Indari name and then pointed to himself, "Dracon... Raz... Razuel Dr-Dracon.. not Indaree...". Although his parents were dead, he still knew what his last name was from what he was told, and his morals were that even though the Dracons were mostly dead, maybe a few out there in the universe somewhere, he wanted to continue what his parents produced.
Raz then gave Anna a tight hug, and then his belly began to rumble as he had only had a bit of bread to eat in the last while, and with that, he looked up at Anna, "Food?"
-
"Fill in for... I'm not even gonna begin to go into what's wrong with that," Drake said. "You could have just told me you were taking a shower."
Upstairs, Kyle nodded. "Family names are respected here, Razuel Dracon. Regardless, Anna, I think he's hungry."
Anna smiled, looking down at Raz. "What would you actually like to eat, sweetie?"
-
Raz licked his lips, "Meat!", Himself giving a smile afterwards of his little chirp
-
Anna laughed lightly, asking as she went downstairs toward the kitchen, "What kind of meat? Beef? Chicken? Pork?"
-
Raz had been fed scarcely, but any meat he was fed was a mystery to him, so he just tilted his head in confusion at Anna, "Beef?... Chicken?..."
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"Oooh, you'll like it," Anna assured the young dragon. "I'll get some beef for you." She sat Razuel down on the table while she dug around in the fridge.
*** DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The shuttle carrying Faasnu and Jaden landed in one of the hangar bays of the upgraded Infinity-class Warship. Once hangar pressure had stabilized, Mathayus stepped off and started for the bridge, hoping Jaden was keeping up. "Tell me something, Jaden," he requested, "How did you first come across the activities of the Tal Shiar? What was the first thing they did?"
-
"Oooh, you'll like it," Anna assured the young dragon. "I'll get some beef for you." She sat Razuel down on the table while she dug around in the fridge.
*** DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The shuttle carrying Faasnu and Jaden landed in one of the hangar bays of the upgraded Infinity-class Warship. Once hangar pressure had stabilized, Mathayus stepped off and started for the bridge, hoping Jaden was keeping up. "Tell me something, Jaden," he requested, "How did you first come across the activities of the Tal Shiar? What was the first thing they did?"
"They attacked a imperial base in the middle of the desert, their attack was unlike any before it swift and deadly there were no survivors the only reason we know about it was through radio transmissions and camera drones I had in the area." Jaden explained.
--- Indari Manor ---
"Anyway Drake I wanted to see what your Mom brought in so I will talk with you later." Amie said fully dressed, she walked out the door, into the hallway looking for her mother in law.
-
Raz sat on the table and a small fly started to bother him, making him start to swat at it, but when it landed on his nose and tickled it, he began to inhale and then sneezed out a spot of fire onto the table, and when he shook his head, he suddenly noticed the fire on thee table, staring at it in awe, his eyes going wide as he stared at it.
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---Mother of Innovation---
"welcome to military fleet control and exploration vessel, the Mother of Innovation! I will escort you to the bridge, where would like you to tell me where do we go to register a new type of species and planets" said Shoon while starting to walk slowly towards the door.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Fayam, this is Dragon'taan Traffic Control, you are cleared to land in Landing Bay Alpha Two; transmitting approach vector now. Welcome back," came the response.
*** In Transit to Dragon'taan ***
Commander Lian, Commander Remus, and they hoped, Captain Anna streaked along the Transwarp Tunnel toward Dragon'taan. Lian sent a short burst transmission to High General Indari stating they were on their way, and that they had come across critical information. She hoped that he would get the message, and that the DMC forces didn't blast her out of the stars thinking she was a Borg ship.
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam nearly collided with the Steel Leviathan whilst descending. "Mind you!" he shouted to it. "Sorry." came the short response. He grumbled and landed on Alpha 2.
*Transwarp Aperture*
What the two didn't seem to know was that the Warp-drive multiplied the speed of Faith, thereby overtaking them as a flash of light. She contacted the DMC as well: "Anna to DMC, Faith coming in! Do NOT think of the opening aperture as 'Borg', for that will destroy the intel!"
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-Guards pretty much liked that idea as to get a better idea of what would be going on here. They said to the Romulan ships: "We'd like to. But we wonder as to why the Borg would want to attack us-" Right then an open transmission went out: "Steel Leviathan coming in!" and it shot out of hyperspeed.
-
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Copy, Anna, appreciate the heads-up," Came the voice of Izzy, General Indari's chief AI. "All ships, stand down combat alert - we have friendlies coming through that aperture."
Then and there, the Devoras and the Obisek's Legacy came out of the aperture, waiting for Anna.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle was quick to douse the accidental fire with the Force. "Thought we got rid of the flies..." he commented.
*** Tomahawk ***
The Romulan ships seemed not to mind the sudden arrival of the Steel Leviathan as Tomalok said, "We know not why the Borg attacked this world. We usually dismiss it as the typical Assimilation routine they pull on everyone else. Stand by while we contact High Command..."
*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn orbit ***
"We are aboard our freinds' ship, Kyra," Lokahviing responded, following Shoon. "Tell me, Commander - have you come across any other new cultures or races?"
*** DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Really? Hm... that is so unlike the Tal Shiar to launch such a direct assault. And be seen in the process... makes me wonder what the intent is here, unless they were testing out the capabilities of their stolen Zoids," Mathayus mused as he walked onto the bridge.
"Officer on deck!" one of the crewmen shouted. The bridge crew snapped to attention.
"As you were," Mathayus said. "Where do we stand? Have the Crusader Volunteers boarded yet?"
"We have seventy-eight percent of the volunteers on board, sir," one crewman replied.
"Very well," Mathayus responded. "Soon as we have them all aboard, set course for Imperial Alliance territory."
-
Raz looked surprised when the fire went out and he padded at the soot it left behind, looking sad at the fire was now gone, he then looked at Kyle and pointed to where the fire was, "What was light?"
-
Amie walked into the kitchen and Saw Raz paddding the ashes, seeing him frown she slowly walked closer holding one hand and palm up forming one of her Fire balls in her hand , showing it to the small dragon as she approached him.
--- Mother of Innovation, Nirn orbit ---
"I'm still kinda lost." Kyra admitted.
--- DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Dragon'taan Orbit ---
"I don't think they knew they were being whatched as I told you they completely destroyed the military base." Jaden explained.
-
Raz didn't pay much attention to Amie but when he saw the fire, his eyes lit up and he tried to poke it, feeling how warm it was, he tried to feel it, not knowing that it is a gas of sorts.
Raz continued to stare at it, using a paw to feel it, "Pretty~"
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam stretched and went over to the bank to get his money stored.
*Dragon'taan too*
Anna arrived shortly after, and contacted the DMC immediately. "Anna to DMC, my copilot carries vital intel that needs to be announced all over! Copilot?" He nodded and sent a copy of Arai's message to them.
*Tomahawk*
The Tomaguards shifted their attention for a little while: "Welcome home, King. You can land." At these words the Steel Leviathan made for the surface and landed safely on Degon-siiq. Inside, Hor'kuu sighed: "Home sweet Tomahawk." Farrar and Omega couldn't surpress a smile upon hearing so. "I agree," Omega chimed in.
-
---Mother of Innovation---
Shoon answered while walking "no, we believe or system is located on the edges of this galaxy if not a different or even maybe in between, there are no close stars to it, we sent probes decades upon decades ago in many directions, they provided nothing but pictures of an empty, brighter space" Shoon said and reached a silver matt door on the edge of the room with the group, Shoon clicked a white button on the wall which was a part of a short column, it began to shine in slight yellow.
Meanwhile in the rest of the mechs marched outwards of the room through a door at the other end of the room that was now open and visible, it led to a plain black and silver hallways to places unknown to the guests.
-
*** Indari Manor ***
"I didn't want the table to be turned into firewood," Kyle commented. "What you're doing, Amie... I don't mind--"
"General Bellator to High General Indari," Draco's voice said. "We just received actionable intel."
"What kind of intel?" Kyle asked.
"Tal Shiar," Draco responded. Kyle and Anna exchanged worried glances.
"Send it to General K'torr and Lord-Admiral Tokarev," Kyle sighed.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Lord-Admiral," the comm officer piped up, "We're getting a transmission from Dragon'taan High Command - your eyes only."
Markus brought up his personal computer terminal in his quarters and looked over the data. "Krystal..." he said, his voice concerned.
*** Mother of Innovation, Skyrim Orbit ***
"I see... so this is first contact for your people?" Lokahviing asked. He shot Kyra a glance that said to her, "Just follow my lead."
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*** Indari Manor ***
"I didn't want the table to be turned into firewood," Kyle commented. "What you're doing, Amie... I don't mind--"
"General Bellator to High General Indari," Draco's voice said. "We just received actionable intel."
"What kind of intel?" Kyle asked.
"Tal Shiar," Draco responded. Kyle and Anna exchanged worried glances.
"Send it to General K'torr and Lord-Admiral Tokarev," Kyle sighed.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Lord-Admiral," the comm officer piped up, "We're getting a transmission from Dragon'taan High Command - your eyes only."
Markus brought up his personal computer terminal in his quarters and looked over the data. "Krystal..." he said, his voice concerned.
*** Mother of Innovation, Skyrim Orbit ***
"I see... so this is first contact for your people?" Lokahviing asked. He shot Kyra a glance that said to her, "Just follow my lead."
I gathered that much, Dad." Amie replied keeping Raz busy with her fireball "Who brought in the cute little dragon?" she asked.
--- UACS Thermopylae-A, Dragon'taan Orbit ---
"What's up?" Krystal asked, known to be calm minded, but rushing over anyway.
--- Mother of Innovation, Skyrim Orbit ---
Kyra just followed Lokahviing around, still completely lost ,but followed him anyway.
-
Raz then grabbed Amie's hand to get closer to the fire, sniffing it and then sneezing out a red sparkling fire, adding it to the existing one, his eyes seemingly going wider
-
(How big is Raz?) Amie let Raz grab her hand having to focus a little more as Raz spat his own fire into the ball.
-
(Not much bigger than a small dog, so not much bigger then a new born baby.. okay, that's a bit too small, so, a bit larger than that
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*** Indari Manor ***
"I brought the little one," Anna responded, setting down a large plate of beef before Razuel. "Rescued him from the clutches of black marketeers."
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Did I ever tell you of my run-in with the Tal Shiar agent known as Arai weeks before I bumped into you at Drozana?" Markus asked.
*** DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"General, Hangar Bay reports all Crusader Volunteers are aboard, sir!" one of the crewmen piped up.
"Very well - set course for Coruscant and engage jump drive," Mathayus commanded. He looked to Jaden. "Is there anything else you need to tell me before we get to Zi? Are they expecting us?"
-
Raz teared his attention away from the fire and he went to the beef, grabbing a piece and slowly eating a piece, his eye widening as he ate it, and he began eating much quicker
-
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam decided the best thing to do was to tote all the cash with him using a handheld tractor device. He simply walked in the bank with the load and asked: "Hey? I need to get this on my bank account!"
*Dragon'taan orbit*
Anna asked both Lian and Remus: "So guys... my copilot transmitted the message to the DMC. But what are we gonna do now? 'Cause I completely don't want to just sit here and wait!"
*Tomahawk*
The Steel Leviathan opened its doors and Hor'kuu and company made for the royal castle. The Toma-Guards were still waiting for the Romulan ships to get their connection sorted.
*Corneria*
Getting no guests, Mary decided on dropping in a small local cafe.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"We have to wait for orders, at present," Lian responded. "Shouldn't be long."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna smiled as Raz dug in. "Someone was hungry..."
*** Tomahawk ***
The Commander Tomalok hailed the Toma-Guards, his connection to the Romulan Star Empire High Command ready...
*** Corneria ***
A young Tiger sat at the bar counter sipping on a regular coke, lost in thought.
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Raz eventually finished the beef, curling up next to the platter with a large full belly.
-
*Dragon'taan*
Anna grumbled something. She was impatient, and wished she could just use some sort of tool to shout Arai's message troughout the entire universe. Unfortunately, space isn't known to carry sound and her communication tech didn't have such range...
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-Guards were surprised to be hailed. They thought it was all the Romulan ships, taking the Borg out. In the meantime, Hor'kuu, Farrar and Omega were back home.
*Corneria*
Mary sat down next to the tiger and ordered a tea. She curiously glanced over to it every now and then.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Copy, Anna, appreciate the heads-up," Came the voice of Izzy, General Indari's chief AI. "All ships, stand down combat alert - we have friendlies coming through that aperture."
Then and there, the Devoras and the Obisek's Legacy came out of the aperture, waiting for Anna.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle was quick to douse the accidental fire with the Force. "Thought we got rid of the flies..." he commented.
*** Tomahawk ***
The Romulan ships seemed not to mind the sudden arrival of the Steel Leviathan as Tomalok said, "We know not why the Borg attacked this world. We usually dismiss it as the typical Assimilation routine they pull on everyone else. Stand by while we contact High Command..."
*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn orbit ***
"We are aboard our freinds' ship, Kyra," Lokahviing responded, following Shoon. "Tell me, Commander - have you come across any other new cultures or races?"
*** DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Really? Hm... that is so unlike the Tal Shiar to launch such a direct assault. And be seen in the process... makes me wonder what the intent is here, unless they were testing out the capabilities of their stolen Zoids," Mathayus mused as he walked onto the bridge.
"Officer on deck!" one of the crewmen shouted. The bridge crew snapped to attention.
"As you were," Mathayus said. "Where do we stand? Have the Crusader Volunteers boarded yet?"
"We have seventy-eight percent of the volunteers on board, sir," one crewman replied.
"Very well," Mathayus responded. "Soon as we have them all aboard, set course for Imperial Alliance territory."
"Who or what is this alliance?" Jaden asked, and would you like me to explain the factions on Zi?"
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*** UACS Indomitable Crusader, in transit to Coruscant ***
"The United Imperial Alliance - formed in the aftermath of the Battle of Endor after Emperor Palpatine's demise at the hands of his former-apprentice, Darth Vader... who has again taken up his name, Anakin Skyralker, though most in the Imperial Military still call him Lord Vader," Mathayus explained. "Anyway, the Imperial Alliance was formed from the unification of the Empire under Vader and the entirety of the Rebel Alliance. I believe my brother-in-law had a hand in that, and they went on to unify the rest of the Empire under the Imperial Alliance. The Rebel Political leaders went on to take up the reins of the Imperial Senate, Luke and Vader went on to train new generations of Jedi to be on par with our Crusaders, occasionally helping out the Military, The Imperial Army remained more or less the same, and the Rebels' army went on to become the Alliance Special Forces, under General Crix Madine." Mathayus paused, and then added, "And do explain the factions on Zi, so I know what we're getting into."
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"It seems Arai is on the warpath," Markus said.
*** Corneria ***
The Tiger spoke in some foreign language, his voice cold and angry: "Zu'u los yol... zu'u los nahkriin... zu'u los... dinok." At his side was a lightsaber, and his hand rested on it.
*** Tomahawk ***
The Romulan High Admiral came on the line: "This is High Admiral Tossan to Tomahawk denizens - if you can hear me on this channel, please acknowledge this transmission."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna chuckled, gently scooping up Raz and taking him up to her and Kyle's room.
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Raz murred as he was scooped up, nuzzling Anna's arm
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Since, her mother in law took Raz back to her and her Father in laws room, Amie decided to head back to her own. "Drake I'm back sorry 'bout that." She said entering the room.
--- UACS Indomitable Crusader, in transit to Coruscant ---
"Aside from raiders and Mercs there are two main Factions on Zi. The Guylos Empire (http://zoids.wikia.com/wiki/Guylos_Empire) and the Helic Republic. (http://zoids.wikia.com/wiki/Helic_Republic)The two factions were at war until shortly after Rudolph Zeppelin III came to power after his grandfather died of old age. We do not know why the two factions were at war with one another , nor do we know why all of a sudden when the very young Emperor Rudolph came to power that he wanted peace. Now we have these what you call, Tal' Shiar to deal with..." Jaden explained.
"I myself own a company that manufactures and distributes advanced Zoid designs and weapons, we deal with both factions and Mercs. Despite the peace there are still raiders and some split factions from both sides mainly the Empire that are trying to stir up conflict between the two factions again. Also as you can tell I'm not orginally from Zi, I actually don't know where I'm from I lost most of my memories when I crash landed on Zi not 25 years ago."
--- UACS Thermopylae-A, Dragon'taan Orbit ---
"I don't recall you telling me that, and who is this Arai?" Krystal asked.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna set Raz down on the bed, and left the door open so he could get out when he woke. She didn't want him feeling trapped.
*** DMCS Indomitable Crusader, in transit to Coruscant ***
"I see," Mathayus said. "Are either of them expecting us? Do they know we're coming?"
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Admiral Arai was the Tal Shiar agent responsible for the destruction of Unity Starbase, back before Romulus and Remus were destroyed in the Hobus Disaster," Markus explained. "She was the mastermind behind an elaborate attempt to drive a wedge between the Klingon Empire and the Federation. When it failed, she was branded a traitor and remanded into Federation custody. She was tried, convicted, and sentenced to prison on a Federation Penal Colony... only she never arrived. Her transport was found adrift in space with her missing. Many speculate that Tal Shiar agents loyal to her broke her out. When Romulus and Remus were destroyed, we stopped looking for her... now, it seems, with the death of Colonel Hakeev at the hands of the Romulan Republic, Admiral Arai has assumed command of the Tal Shiar and is trying to re-shape the political landscape of our galaxy; she has utterly destroyed the Borg using data she recovered from the Enterprise-D, and is hoarding all the Borg Technology she can get her hands on while faking Borg attacks and playing the part of Romulan Star Empire heroes by sending her own joint forces in to quell the 'attacks'."
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Raz woke up briefly and crawled up to the pillows and hugged one as he went back to sleep, a smile on his face as he had finally had the feeling of being full and starving.
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"Yes they know were coming or at least my company does." Jaden replied.
--- UACS Thermopylae-A, Dragon'taan Orbit---
"That would explain the lack of Borg drones." Krystal replied.
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*** DMCS Indomitable Crusader, in transit to Coruscant ***
"Very well. Once we link up with the Imperial Alliance fleet, we--" Mathayus started.
"Alert," the helmsman announced, "We're approaching Coruscant."
"Slow to sub-light speed," Mathayus commanded.
The massive Infinity-class Warship dropped out of FTL speed to the sight of the already-present Imperial Alliance fleet, led by the massive Bellator-class Star Dreadnought Skywalker's Legacy.
"General, the Skywalker's Legacy is hailing us," Comms stated. Mathayus looked to Jaden.
"Let me do the talking; don't speak to the Imperial Alliance General unless spoken to," he told her.
*** UACS Thermopylae-A, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"It also explains the Tal Shiar's sudden power play," Markus said. "We need to get word out. The Tal Shiar is trying to drive wedges between us all - the galaxy must not be deceived." He rose from his seat and dressed in his uniform.
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*Dragon'taan*
Not seeing anyone in the bank, Fayam went ahead and smacked the first best counter bell he saw.
*Dragon'taan orbit, Faith*
Anna, annoyed, kept pacing up and down the bridge. She drove the copilot crazy with this. He said: "Captain, would you please not? I'm getting all nervous myself if I see you so." She halted and said irritated: "I can't stand the wait! I want to DO something! Even if it's not on commands! You know what, I'm gonna head out home to Gaia and let the Leviathans know about this case in my wake!" She walked over to the communication device...
*Corneria*
Mary looked up puzzled. She had not the faintest idea what the tiger was saying. But before saying so, she realised that it was no use trying to tell because it wouldn't understand her either. She pointed at a stool a bit away, trying to get it to understand if it would like her to move.
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-guards gave the connection to their king. He said: "Loud and clear, High Admiral Tossan. This is Hor'kuu Ice, Leviathan king."
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---Mother of Innovation---
"It is first contact, and I am very glad to have led this operation" Shoon looks and kyra "whats apears to be the problem? I see the troubled expression on your face" Shoon asked her in a low tone.
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"I'm just lost... my mind was sort of left back on the other side of the portal." Kyra admitted.
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*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ***
"What do you mean by that?" Lokahviing asked Kyra.
*** Dragon'taan Bank, Dragon'taan ***
One of the clerks came to the desk. "Sorry!" she apoloigized, "Got held up in the back. How can I assist you?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Just as Anna would be walking to the comms, she would find she was getting an incoming hail from the UACS Thermopylae-A.
*** Corneria ***
Four Hirogen Hunters arrived and arrayed themselves behind the young tiger. They all brandished plasma blades. "Rise and face us, prey," the Alpha commanded. The Tiger did not respond, but a soft, thrumming growl could be heard from him.
*** Tomahawk ***
"Your Majesty!" Tossan greeted. "Let me first assure you that the Romulan Star Empire is working to ascertain where exactly the Borg struck from, but do understand, it will take time. The Borg are not an easy foe to track. Secondly, I am curious - what exactly did the Borg do, aside from attack you? Did they go after anything particular? Anything specific?"
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Raz slept soundly, that is until he started to have nightmares, it started with him waking up on the bed he was on, and then the world around him started to burn, then concrete walls rose from the ground around him, making him feel trapped. Raz tried to scratch at the walls and climb them,
In reality, Raz was whimpering and making scratching motions on the blanket beneath him in rhythm with what he was having a nightmare about, ripping the blanket beneath him, and the sheet beneath.
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THIRD AND FINAL TIME I AM REMAKING THE OKB ZERO NATION. I'M SO SORRY FOR THIS LOL
**BEGIN REPORT**
OKB Zero: Snow planet-Location: UNKNOWN
Military Strength: Five hundred million men strong
Population: Five Billion
Military Uniforms: Main Soldiers (http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/battlefield/images/e/ee/BF4_ru_engineer.png/revision/latest?cb=20131207234447), Elite Soldiers (http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/battlefield/images/7/7a/BF4_Ch_support.png/revision/latest?cb=20131212040525), Officers (http://a.dilcdn.com/bl/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2014/08/imperial_officers_rotj.jpg), Supports (http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/battlefield/images/4/4d/USSupport6Color.png/revision/latest?cb=20140114061600), and Space Combat Troops (http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/battlefield/images/3/32/Chinese_Engineer.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20130801075038)
Bio: OKB Zero is not well known around the galaxy. The only thing that is known is that they have an incredibly large military force that dominates any ground force they take on. BUT, they're space combat is horrible. They can't last five minutes without plummeting towards they're doom. You either take them all out as fast as possible in space or face horrible consequences on the ground. Choose and act fast.
**END REPORT**
*BEGIN REPORT OF LEADER*
Name: Oswald Stowe
Age: 47
Species: Bearded Vulture
Gender: Male
Bio: Born in the capital of OKB Zero. He is the son of the once great leader Henry Stowe who sadly passed. His Empire was given to his son and now it's all beginning to crumble under him. The planets the UUOA once controlled now are under free rule. The UUOA must act and they must take back what was their's.
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*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ***
"What do you mean by that?" Lokahviing asked Kyra.
*** Dragon'taan Bank, Dragon'taan ***
One of the clerks came to the desk. "Sorry!" she apoloigized, "Got held up in the back. How can I assist you?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Just as Anna would be walking to the comms, she would find she was getting an incoming hail from the UACS Thermopylae-A.
*** Corneria ***
Four Hirogen Hunters arrived and arrayed themselves behind the young tiger. They all brandished plasma blades. "Rise and face us, prey," the Alpha commanded. The Tiger did not respond, but a soft, thrumming growl could be heard from him.
*** Tomahawk ***
"Your Majesty!" Tossan greeted. "Let me first assure you that the Romulan Star Empire is working to ascertain where exactly the Borg struck from, but do understand, it will take time. The Borg are not an easy foe to track. Secondly, I am curious - what exactly did the Borg do, aside from attack you? Did they go after anything particular? Anything specific?"
"I mean, i lost track of what happened between us entering the portal and being here." Kyra explained.
--- Corneria ---
A blue and white plasma bolt flew past the tiger and into the head of one of the hunters, just entering the bar, a Wolf Clone Commando with green markings holding a Dc-17s pistol (http://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/a/a7/DC15s2.jpg/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/500?cb=20070508230058) in one hand and a wolf wearing Grey Mjolnir 4.2 armor (http://i756.photobucket.com/albums/xx208/Xamikaze330/Halo%20Images/Mk6MjolnirPoweredBattleArmor.jpg) holding a heavy energy pistol (http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qniX52eELsM/UEl6AtpxpQI/AAAAAAAABe0/GFtm1VYUjJU/s1600/Da+Guns+012.JPG)in her hand, aimed at the hunter that had just been shot. "Want to hunt take it outside." Growled the Grey armored Wolf.
--- Unknown location ---
A 75 ton Timberwolf (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/admiraltigerclaw/charge__by_punakettu-d4zw7ft.jpg) battlemech ducked down and leaned to the right narrowly avoiding a Explosive missile from an imperial AT-ST Walker , the battlemechs reflexes making the huge walker seem almost alive...
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam sighed. "Oh. Hi. I need help gettin' this- *points at the cash* -on my account."
*Dragon'taan*
Anna looked up surprised. "Oh, Thank you. It wasn't very hard, though. Easy entrance to the facility, no guards there, low hack defence... They never saw this coming, it was a piece of cake."
*Corneria*
Mary trembled a bit. "They again?" she muttered softly to herself, "How come I always get near those lately? What did I do, or not do, that I keep getting in contact?"
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu answered: "I'm not sure. I wasn't there when they first invaded the planet, I was on Dragon'taan. But from what I heard they didn't really do anything but threaten our civilisation." To the Toma-Guards personally, he addressed: "The trade agreement with the DMC is set. What exactly did the Borg threaten, by the way?" He got the response: "Well, they didn't do much more as say 'We'll end life as you know it.' But at least it's good we have that agreement."
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*** Tomahawk ***
"Indeed?" Tossan asked. "Hm. I'm surprised the Marauder Corps never stepped in to intercede when the Borg attacked. This is the fourth time we've had to put a stop to a Borg attack when they didn't. Either they don't know about these attacks, or they aren't willing to stop them. Either way, it's a good thing we stepped in when we did - any later, your civilization would be yet another fallen to the assimilating hordes of the Borg.
*** Corneria ***
The tiger rose from his seat and rounded on the hunters, his eyes glowing red with malevolent intent. Two more Hirogen appeared behind the grey armored wolf. "Begone, hunters!" the tiger growled with a voice that seemed not his own.
"We do not run from prey," the Alpha said. "Arm yourself. There is no sport in killing an unarmed prey."
The tiger gestured with his right hand, and a lightsaber appeared in it. "You die, then," he hissed. In a deathly snarl (https://youtu.be/q0r4jNhG9Z4?t=59s (https://youtu.be/q0r4jNhG9Z4?t=59s)), he leapt into the air, spinning and landing before the hunters. He then began dispatching them one after the other. Barely thirty seconds had gone by when the tiger had killed all of them. He gestured, and the bodies disintegrated. After that, the Tiger put away his lightsaber and glared at the armored wolf briefly before returning to his drink wordlessly.
*** Dragon'taan ***
"Of course," the clerk responded. "Do you have your account information?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"I see... it's likely that the Tal Shiar did not expect to be infiltrated, or their security systems would have been much tighter," Markus said. He paused, reading over a recent report. "And recent reports indicate our friends in the UNSC and the USR have taken the Transwarp Hub you discovered. Color me impressed - you beat the Tal Shiar at their own game. Few have ever done so. Regardless, I will leave it to you to alert the galaxy at large to this Romulan deception - just be sure you implicate the Romulan Star Empire and their Tal Shiar agents, not the Romulan Republic. There's a Coalition Subspace communication satellite nearby - as the one who discovered this plot, you have the right to inform the galaxy of this deception. But hurry; we don't want the Tal Shiar catching on that we're on to them."
*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ***
"Now I'm confused," Lokahviing said. "What portal? As far as I know, we were transported up to Commander Shoon's ship, no portal involved."
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam slid his ID and bank card to the man.
*Dragon'taan orbit*
Anna called: "Yes sir!" Without further ado she connected to the sattelite and shouted in an open transmission, using it: "GALAXY! This is Anna Steen, Captain of Faith. I have valuable information: The Borg are extinct! Any Borg ships are Tal Shiar drones! They're a lie, and Romulan ships destroy them to divert you from the DMC, and trust the Tal Shiar instead! This should revive the Romulan Star Empire! Repeat; I have valuable information: the Borg are extinct! Any Borg ships are Tal Shiar drones! They're a lie, and Romulan ships destroy them to divert you from the DMC, and trust the Tal Shiar instead! This should revive the Romulan Empire! Over and out!"
*Corneria*
Mary looked with bulging jaw to the tiger slaying the Hirogen without trouble. She said: "Wow. You're good."
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu said: "What are you trying to imply? That the DMC is bad? Why, we just got a trade agreement with them..." At this moment Anna's message reached him. After it finished he said to them: "WAIT JUST A SECOND! You're DECEIVING us? I am NOT HAPPY with these antics!"
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"Eh he's a Jedi nothing new to see here." Fixel the clone trooper Vixen said.
"What we'd like to know is why are those Hunters after you?" Lupe the armored Wolf asked.
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-Indari Manor- Bedroom hallway-
Raz awoke from his nightmare and went to get off the bed, and when he did, he made a loud and dense thud as he hit the ground, but he just shook it off and groaned.
Raz walked into the hallway and walked down it, seeing another door slightly open, and then going into this random room.
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Raz awoke from his nightmare and went to get off the bed, and when he did, he made a loud and dense thud as he hit the ground, but he just shook it off and groaned.
Raz walked into the hallway and walked down it, seeing another door slightly open, and then going into this random room.
--- Indari Manor, Drake and Amie's room ---
"Drake do you feel something?" Amie asked still laying in bed, eyes shut as she meditated, like she always did in the early morning.
--- DMCS Indomitable Crusader ---
"So who are we meeting up with exactly?" Jaden asked as she looked out the window to see this 'Coruscant'.
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---Mother of Innovation---
"Hm, it seems that the direct warp without proper protection field had effects on your brain, I would like to have a look at that soon enough, but until then" The door opens revealing an elevator shaft with a small black rectangular platform with a bit of railing on the right side near the door with a series of buttons coming out of the top. Shoon steps in gestures for the rest to join him "this elevator should bring us to the command of the ship".
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*** Indari Manor, Drake and Amie's room ***
"Well, hello, little one," Drake greeted Raz. "What brings you to this part of the manor?"
*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ***
Lokahviing stepped onto the elevator as he asked, "Tell me, commander - what do you intend to do now that you have made contact with Nirn?"
*** Tomahawk ***
The Romulan ships cut contact and - contrary to an expected attack - warped away. The Borg ship also warped away. An odd thing for them to do, considering there was no fleet in orbit to defend Tomahawk, and it would have been unlikely that the DMC would get there before any serious damage was done. It was almost as though they suddenly had something else that drew their attention.
*** Dragon'taan Bank, Dragon'taan ***
"That will be one moment, sir," the clerk said as she began accessing the account. "Let me guess," she commented as she went about accessing Fayam's account. "You claimed the bounty on the Prophet Hierarchs of the Renewed Covenant?"
*** DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Coruscant Orbit***
As though to answer Jaden's question, the face of Lord Vader appeared on a screen that lowered from the ceiling. "Lord Faasnu," Vader greeted. "I heard you'd be hading this direction. What brings you here?"
"It seems the Tal Shiar are sticking their nose where it doesn't belong," Mathayus answered. "We have a situation on the planet Zi."
"I see," Vader responded. "Anything specific?"
Mathayus looked to Jaden. "Go ahead and fill him in."
*** Corneria ***
The tiger growled with hostility. "I am no Jedi," he told Fixel. "Call me that again, and I will cut you down where you stand!"
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--- Indari Manor, Drake and Amie's room ---
"Drake?" Amie called out.
--- Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ---
Still confused Kyra stepped into the elevator.
--- DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Coruscant Orbit ---
Jaden explained the situation on Zi, about the tal shiar's odd zoids and their agressive attacks...
--- Corneria ---
"Try me, In my eyes anyone who uses the force is a Jedi." Fixel replied "Dark light or in between your all Jedi in my eyes, so go ahead I'm sure the establishment will be thrilled with more blood on the floor." Fixel growled hand over something on her belt.
Lupe sighed and stepped back from Fixel. 'Doesn't know how to handle things does she.' she thought to herself.
--- DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Coruscant Orbit ---
Jaden turned to Mathayus, actually unsure of what to say.
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Raz walked up to Drake's bed and hopped up onto it, walking across the bed up to Drake and cuddling up with them, smiling as it brought comfort to him.
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam blinked. "Uh... yeah. How'd you know?"
*Dragon'taan orbit*
Anna felt victorious after her call. She yelled: "Woo! Take that, you foolish Tal Shiar!" The gunslinger reported slowly: "Um... Captain?" "What is it?" she asked with a smile. "I suppose they're after us now. If they can locate us we're done for- It might've not been your brightest idea to introduce yourself." That wiped the smile right off her face. "Oh c*," she said, "you're right..." Desperately she made a call to Dragon'taan...
*Corneria*
Mary took some steps away. That wasn't a good idea... I'd better keep my distance, she thought.
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu raged. "They've gotten away... Hmpf... Well, next time they'll show up... We'll teach them not to mess with us Leviathans again." He said to the guards: "Toma-guards! If those goons return..." "Got it," they said, knowing what he was aiming for. Farrar and Omega didn't really know what to think. "It's so strange," Omega mentioned, "They didn't really seem to have a reason. Perhaps they knew our defence is surface to air?"
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(Go ahead, Deadwater.)
*** Drake and Amie's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Yes, Amie, what do you feel, aside from the cuddles of the little one?" Drake asked. Looking to Raz, he added, "What's your name, anyway?"
*** Dragon'taan Bank, Dragon'taan ***
"Relax," the clerk assured Fayam. "It was on the news. They said a bounty hunter brought the prophet hierarchs to justice, though they didn't give a name. I assumed it was you, given the numerous cases you have and your presence here."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Anna's call was picked up by a red-skinned humanoid:
https://s25.postimg.org/ljrd851rj/DMC_General_K_torr.jpg (https://s25.postimg.org/ljrd851rj/DMC_General_K_torr.jpg)
"Dragon'taan Marauder Corps, General K'torr speaking. Identify yourself, please."
*** DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Coruscant Orbit ***
Vader listened to Jaden's report, humming to himself. "This is an aggressive move, even for the Tal Shiar; and we just got word of an attempt by them to deceive the galaxy. Either they now are trying to move forward with a massive military campaign - which would get them nowhere, given the amount of territory they have to cover and the small size of their current fleet - or they stand to gain something on Zi. Either way, the Imperial Alliance Fleet can help you. What exactly do you need us to do?"
*** Corneria ***
The tiger rose from his seat, lightsaber in hand. "You seek to challenge me?!" he hissed.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
In the quiet of orbit, a lone Titan-class Star Destroyer (http://www.firefoxccmods.com/enciclopedia/img/cruceros/titan.png (http://www.firefoxccmods.com/enciclopedia/img/cruceros/titan.png)) dropped out of FTL speed, and remained in orbit. Encrypted Communications were sent to an unknown location, but the warship remained in orbit, neither shields nor weapons powered.
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---Mother of Innovation---
"Well, I hoped to keep it too when we are on the bridge but I hoped you could direct us to a place where we can register our species and civilisation" He turned to Kyra "and to make sure you are caught up on the situation; we come from a far far away system, we were opening random warm holes in space-time in order to find other life forms, our portal has linked to your gate when they were both opened on the same time, now we are at my ship, circling the planet we were in. Is it all clear?" Shoon explained slowly and pressed a button furthest from the door and the door closed the platform started rising slowly and then accelerating, but not by much.
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Raz looked up at Drake with a yawn and spoke in his native tongue, "Razuel...", he then turned over to Amie and pushed his head against her as he started to go to sleep
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam grinned. "Heh. I've made quite a name as bounty hunter, haven't I? Anyway, yes, it was me. But, truth to be told, I merely assisted."
*Dragon'taan Orbit*
Anna called, with all the calmth she had: "Anna from Faith. The woman who jerked the message that the Borg are gone through the universe. Although I'm afraid that, by calling out my own name, I have drawn the attention of the Tal Shiar. And now it's likely they're out for my head. And those of my crew, too. So... If it's not too much trouble... Can I have a bodyguard on my way home to Gaia? I'm not captaining a warship, so if I'm to clash with them I'm in BIG trouble. Given it's not a 1-on-1 of course."
*Corneria*
Maria thought of a way to possibly cool the tiger's anger. But she was afraid that if she mixed in she, too, would become victim.
*Tomahawk*
Farrar answered Omega: "Nobody can be sure. But... Wait. I have an idea... It's just an idea, but still... Could it be they're going to seek and destroy that 'Anna' lady?" Omega said: "You could be very well right there."
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--- Drake and Amie's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
Amie who had been laying down on her bed with her eyes closed finally opened her eyes. "Hmm
--- Corneria ---
"If that's what all you Jedi call a conversation, yes." Fixel growled back taking the sword hilt into her hand from her belt.
'Ugg here we go again...' Lupe thought, shaking her head.
--- DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Coruscant Orbit ---
Jaden turned to Mathayus, actually unsure of what to say.
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(Umm Deadwater, In the Rp section you don't need to have the stars ** for your post. Type it as if you were writing a story book. Just a pointer)
(new Character)
Name: Nari
Gender: Female
Species: Lilmothii (Fox humanoid race)
Clothing: Tatoonie mosture farmer clothes, Mjolnir 3.2 armor.
Small Bio: Nari like her sister Fixel is another attempt to create an ultimate super soldier using odd DNA not much else is known about her other than she is Fixel's sister.
--- Korriban unknown location, open desert. ---
As a sandstorm cleared out in the open desert of Korriban the now sand blasted outline of an AT-TE Walker (http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e285/Terrobore/atte_bg.jpg) became visible as Korriban's sands settled back down to the ground, the large walker was crouched down on it's belly possibly to await the storm ,but it was inside where the true action was taking place.
"Do you think they've detected us?" asked a Fox in a tan colored Mjolnir 3.2 armor.
"I don't think so ma'am." spoke up one of the Wolf clone troopers.
Nari placed her furred hand to the bottom of her muzzle. 'This mission is beginning to get dangerous first a sandstorm and now this huge ship, if that blasted sandstorm hadn't blocked out radar systems we would have seen it sooner, not to mention would likely be able to see what it is, hopefully the sandstorm covered our signature as well.' The Vixen thought to herself, turning to the commander.
"Very well then we'll have to wait another half hour to make sure we're not spotted I don't want to gain any attention we don't have much to work with for this mission."
"Yes ma'am!" The clones responded going back to their stations in the large walker.
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*** DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Coruscant Orbit ***
"We'll figure that out when we get to Zi," Mathayus told Vader. "Form your fleet up - Jaden will transmit Zi's coordinates."
*** Corneira ***
The Tiger was about to lunge when a female voice cried out, "Jason, STOP!!!" Standing at the entrance to the cafe was a female tiger. This served to anger Jason even more, as he ignited his lightsaber.
"You have a lot of nerve, coming before me after what you did!" he hissed.
*** Dragon'taan Bank, Dragon'taan ***
"Assisted or otherwise," the clerk responded, "Your capture of the Prophets is all over the news. They didn't show your face - standard Marauder Corps policy, to protect your identity from any lingering elements of your bounty that would seek you out - but take my advice, be careful who you mention that to. The Prophets had a lot of friends." She turned to Fayam and handed his ID back. "Will this be a direct deposit?"
*** Korriban Orbit ***
The Titan-class Star Destroyer - ID transponder labeling it the ISD Basilisk - made no indication it was aware of the ATTE down planetside. However, sensors would detect multiple landing craft launching from the hangar bay.
*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ***
"Oh, if you're looking to do that, just head for Dragon'taan," Lokahviing told Shoon. "But... you sure you want to go all the way out there? It's a bit of a long trip via standard FTL Drive. Alternatively, you could use a Slipspace Portal, but we don't have any such device here, and I don't know where the closest one is. Hm... but I might be able to contact someone who can do something similar. Interested?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
K'torr smiled. "A death mark is not an easy thing to live with. Stand by, I will be overseeing your escort personally."
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---Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit---
"Hm, I see, so I presume you don't have a way to transmit to us the time space coordinets" Shoon started walking in circles a bit nervously "Very well then, please contact your friend. But in the means time I think we will soon arrive". Shoon walked towards to door, positioning himself in front of it.
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---DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Coruscant Orbit ---
Jaden transmitted the coordinates to the planet Zi,l ocated 60,000 light years away from Earth, directly opposite of it in the Milky Way, and is home to the mechanical beings known as Zoids where the Tal'shair were operating.
--- Corneria ---
'Took your time...' Lupe thought
Fixel just grumbled still wanting a challenge, Lupe placing a hand on her shoulder "Calm down we're not here to fight , remember you will get your chance." Lupe tried to calm the Vixen down.
--- Korriban surface ---
Nari was looking at the passive sensor screens and spotted something "Dang i think whatever that thing is, i think it just launched landing pods, it's not DMC considering we didn't get a signal from them." She said quietly to hersel, turning the seat around "We've got company, start up the plasma core, we're going to head into the ruins and see what we can steal and hopefully find that Datacron we were looking for." She orded her squad of clones.
The large 6 legged walker got up off of it's belly and started to move, stealth systems hopefully keeping it hidden from the enemy ship...
--- Dragon'tann ---
Amie gently cuddled with Raz still laying in bed she set her head back onto her pillow and closed her eyes again.
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*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ***
Lokahviing activated his comm unit. "Grand Admiral Lokahviing to NSF Command - establish a link with our friend in the USR, alert me when he is receiving."
"Copy that, Admiral - stand by..." came the response.
*** Windhelm, Skyrim - Nirn ***
As matters in Windhelm settled down, Vokun got a call over the radio: "DMCS Inquisitor to General Suleyk come in, over," Came the voice of Vokun's XO aboard his ship.
"Suleyk here," Vokun responded.
"We just got orders from HIGHCOM - we're being sent to Korriban, our fleet has been diverted to meet us there," the XO reported.
Vokun frowned, then his face lit up. "Copy that - Ashara, Xalek, Cecilia, pack up - we're heading out. I'll brief you back on the Inquisitor."
*** Corneria ***
"I know what I did, Jason," Amy told the enraged Jason. "And I am so sorry. I had no right to open those wounds."
"Do you think apologies will save you?" Jason growled.
"No - I don't presume--" Amy started.
"No, indeed," Jason hissed. "And yet, here you are, apologizing as though it will make right what you did wrong."
"It was never my intent to harm you, baby," Amy told Jason, tears welling in her eyes.
"Did you learn nothing from your time with me?" Jason demanded with a raised voice. "Did you not think I wanted to be left alone?! To 'cool off' as you say?! Did you not think I would seek your demise for what you did if you came to me now?!"
"I wanted you to see I still love you, even after what I did to you. Let me make it right," Amy pleaded.
*** Korriban ***
The landing parties of the Basilisk landed thirty klicks south of Nari and her team, seemingly unaware of them. However, they did not make for the ruins - rather, they seemed intent on establishing a perimeter. Their sensor scans were directed at the Valley of the Dark Lords, reasons unknown. Encrypted communications continued to be sent between the Landing party, the Basilisk, and the unspecified location.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake stepped out of his room to nab a drink of spring water from the fridge.
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
With Zi now located, the DMCS Indomitable Crusader and the UIAV Vader's Fist, heading up a fleet of Imperial Alliance ships and carrier transports of mechs, all set course for Zi and headed there at best possible FTL Speed.
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-Drake and Amie's room-
Raz's tail extended out and he tried to wrap it around Amie's side just out of instinct, but he also did it for a sense of safety and comfort
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Amie gently petted Raz on the head and down his neck, not minding his tail wrapping around her.
--- Korriban ---
"Ma'am we're picking up transmissions from those drop pods or whatever they were we picked up earlier they must have dropped some troops off or something they seem to be sending out some sort of transmissions." spoke up the main sensor operator.
"Let's worry about the Sith academy first then our 'new friends.' We're on a stealth mission anyway." Nari replied, mind trying her best to focus on the task at hand finding any information she could in that acadamy before the newly arrived troops.
--- Corneria ---
"HEY! Wait a mmmmM!" Fixel tried to say before Lupe put some sort of cloth over her helmets mouth piece essentially shutting her up. "I said not now." The grey wolf said quietly to the Vixen.
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---Mother of Innovation, Nirn orbit---
The door open to reavel this (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/95/fb/41/95fb4117a5b8ee711bc73d49fd88fc97.jpg) cockpit without to windows on top, Dragons similar to the ones described before are in every sit working with more walking around and standing near the table which is projecting a mostly dark starmap, they are all wearing this (http://cdn.wcnews.com/newestshots/full/klavs_newrapier11.jpg) uniform with diffrent colors of lines and some with medals some without, they all wear glass with circular lenses with light flashing in some.
Shoon goes upthe stairs doging others running around with touch screens and papers all around, he approaches a dark gray dragon with short black hair, the lines on his uniform are green and he is decorated with a few medals "How is the scanning going navigator?" he quickly answers in a light happy tone "terrifically! And we are getting scans of multipul other systems! Other ships are prepring to launch as well. How are things going with the resigeration process?" Shoon thinks for a moment before answering "One of the locals whom I met said he will be conacting someone to open a portal which will bring us there, speaking of which I brought him and a friend as representatives on board" he guesturs for Kyra and Lokahviing to come.
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam nodded. "Obviously," he said casually.
*Dragon'taan orbit*
Anna sighed. "Oof... Thank you, K'torr."
*Corneria*
Mary eyes flashed back and forth through the parties. She desperately thought of a way to make this all just stop. Force, by calling up her guard, would be a far from good idea. Her domestic bots couldn't help either. And, if she should jump right in between, what should she say anyway?
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu, still annoyed over the got away ships, grumbled as he slithered from one end of the room to the other. The other two were unsure what to do. Omega made a sharp remark. "Hey... That Anna is a Gaian, wasn't she?" Farrar answered: "Um... Yes, think so. Why? You want to help? The Steel Leviathan wasn't build to fight..." Hor'kuu shouted: "You two shut up! I'm trying to think!" They shut up and looked worriedly at one another. Hor'kuu hardly raged like this, so they weren't sure what to do.
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*** Dragon'taan Bank, Dragon'taan ***
"Very well, sir - that'll be just a moment," the clerk said. She worked on her computer, depositing Fayam's money. "Let me ask you something," she said as she was finishing up, "Did the Prophets put up any real fight when you went in to capture them?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Three warships appeared for Anna's escort - one was the heavily-armed, arrowhead-shaped Predator-class Battleship, the DMCS Iron Regent - K'torr's flagship - and the other two were upsized and modified variations of the sith Harrower-class Star Destroyer. "Captain Anna, set course for your home world," K'torr requested, "We'll see to it you get there safely. The Tal Shiar would be fools to challenge this group - I wager they still remember the last time they faced down the Iron Regent."
*** Corneria ***
*snap-hiss*
A second crimson blade went active - Jason now held two blades ready for the kill.
"This won't help you, Jason - you know that," Amy told Jason with a shaky voice. "My intent coming here was not to fight you."
"Then you die here!" Jason snarled as his eyes went yellow. He lunged, and Amy's blades went active. The duel was over before it could begin. In a flurry, Amy had wounds on Jason's shoulders, and he howled in pain. Amy immediately extinguished her blades and knelt down before Jason, teary-eyed. "Go ahead!" Jason snarled again. "Finish what you started!"
"No!" Amy shouted. "You think I enjoy hurting you? I never wanted to harm you, Jay! Three days, baby! Three days before our six-month anniversary! We don't need this!"
Jason heaved a trembling sigh, sounding on the verge of tears. "I was ready to kill you, and still, you see me as your lover," he said. "How can I be yours, though? After what I did?"
"Baby," Amy assured Jason, "You had no choice! That wasn't a tinker-toy in that kid's hand, that was a machine pistol! He would have drilled you, me, anyone that came along! You had to stop him... I'm just sorry I never saw that to begin with!"
"You don't know what it's like, Amy!" Jason sobbed. "We both have killed people before, but you haven't killed a kid! You didn't kill a baby!"
"Stop that, Jason!" Amy exclaimed. "You and I both know if you hadn't stopped him, he would have killed others who did nothing to deserve to die... besides, he's not dead."
Jason looked up at Amy, tears flowing like rivers. "What?" he whispered.
"The medics got to him just in time," Amy told Jason. "He'll still serve time, but you can rest assured, his blood is not on your hands."
There was an uncomfortable pause between the two before Jason buried his face in Amy's shoulder and sobbed. Amy just held onto him, tears flowing from her eyes, as well.
*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ***
Lokahviing stepped onto the bridge, looking around. "NSF Command to Grand Admiral Lokahviing," Lokahviing's comm unit went off, "We have our USR ally on the line." Lokahviing looked to Commander Shoon, gesturing to what he assumed was the communications console.
"May I?" he asked.
*** Drake and Amie's room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
After getting his drink, Drake went back to his room and laid down next to Amie and drifted off to sleep. However, his mind began going back in time, back to the lab he was created in... the fires... the screams as the personnel burned with the lab... Drake slept, twitching every so often as he remembered the start of his journey - the destruction of the illegal Weyland-Yutani Corporation lab...
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--- Drake and Amie's room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
Amie who wasn't asleep just yet did her best to try and settle Drake, using a technique Krystal had taught her. She tried without attempting to move too much to startle the small dragon near her, reach a hand to Drake's head and get into his mind...
--- Corneria ---
"Fixel we need to go." Lupe said, leaving the Vixen alone as she turned to exit the cafe.
"But I...." Fixel sighed, turning around to follow Lupe outside.
--- Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ---
"If I may ask." Kyra, finally regaining her composure. "How long have you been at this location?" She asked, looking around the room ,tail curiously swishing behind her.
--- Dragon'taan system, New Cerinia ---
Stepping up to a large gate leading into mansion, a blue Vixen heaved a long sigh "Home at last... it's been a while I think it's long past time for a nice hot bath." the blue Vixen, speaking to herself mostly as she unlocked the gate, and entered the mansion grounds.
--- Korriban ---
"Do we still have contact with our dropship?" Nari asked the commander in charge of the clone trooper squadron.
"Yes, would you like to send them a message?" Asked the commander.
"Tell them, 'The Cheetahs are Hunting.'" Nari replied.
"Immediately ma'am."
"And tell the crew here, 'The Puma's Prey is abound'" She added before walking back to her computer station in the AT-TE walker.
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---Mother of Innovation, Nirn orbit---
"Go ahead, mark the location we need to move to on the star map" Shoon touched a couple buttons on the star map table and the hologram of the planet zoomed in on the ship "The ship had been here for only minutes, they arrived soon after me, as for here as life in general, our counting stands on the 2876 year since we started counting, but we existed far before that".
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*** Drake and Amie's room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake continued to twitch and stir, his mind reliving the anger and rage he felt when he burned the lab to the ground...
*** Korriban ***
The encrypted communications continued to be sent, but the transmissions planetside moved toward the Valley of the Dark Lords, away from the Sith academy.
*** New Cerinia ***
"Yeah... home," Markus sighed. "Honey, did I leave Celina's birthday gift here or at Indari Manor?"
*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ***
Lokahviing worked with the console, sending out his message to the USR ally. After no more than five minutes, a massive, heavily-modified CAS-class Assault Carrier dropped out of slipspace. "Attention, starship Mother of Innovation, we will be creating a slipspace portal for your travel. Just follow us in."
Lokahviing looked to Shoon. "If you intend to make contact with the greater powers of the galaxy, I'd suggest either the Imperial Alliance on Coruscant or the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps on Dragon'taan - take your pick."
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--- Drake and Amie's room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
Amie Focused more trying to 'enter' Drake's dream and change it. 'Drake everything is alright.'
--- Korriban ---
In the back sections of the AT-TE a crouched down Adder (http://camospecs.com/images/schemes/61_csvgamma_adder1.jpg) with desert camo was lowered down to the ground and behind the AT-TE, launching the Omnimech
Elsewhere on Korriban a camouflaged Leopard Dropship (https://i.imgur.com/5vwNAd4.png) opened it's side ramps unloading 2 Camouflage painted Arctic cheetah (http://assets-cloud.enjin.com/users/12932836/pics/original/3348756.jpg) Omnimechs.
After the ramps closed the Omnimechs started moving towards the last location of the large AT-TE sending out an encrypted transmission. "Desert Leopard to Desert Salamander, confirmed the cheetahs are hunting"
--- New Cerinia Krystal's Mansion ---
"How should I know , honey?" Krystal asked "It's not like I'm always reading your mind." the Blue Vixen replied as she walked further into the lawn.
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Raz had woken up from Amie moving and he looked up at her and then to Drake, letting go of her and then hugging Drake, holding onto him tightly, trying to comfort him as he could tell that something was wrong.
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--- Mother of Innovation, Nirn orbit---
"Somehow I got a good feeling for the second one, we will visit the other at a later date" Shoon walked to the dragon sitting in the front chair and talked to him quietly.
After a few short seconds he returned "so, do you have anymore questions while we wait?"
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam scratched his head. "Not all too much. Their guards didn't exactly pose a problem either. So yeah. The hardest part was getting access to their ship, honestly."
*Dragon'taan*
Anna felt a lot safer with the escort around. She turned Faith in the direction of Gaia and said to them: "Just all the way in this direction."
*Corneria*
Mary was glad she was out of the way, but didn't really understand any of the situation.
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu still slithered up and down the room, lost in thought.
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*** Corneria ***
Amy helped the sobbing Jason up and sat him back down at the bar, taking the seat next to him. Looking to Mary, the young female tiger asked, "He didn't lash out at you, did he?"
*** Dragon'taan Bank, Dragon'taan ***
The clerk scoffed. "Typical," she said. "Ever since their defeat at the hands of the UNSC and Sangheili, the Covenant have been getting less and less powerful. Their ships are advanced - or were - but nearly all of their technology is based on ancient Forerunner tech. Not like the Sangheili, who were disillusioned and began coming up with more innovative technologies... or the UNSC, who..." the clerk stopped midsentence, seeing someone behind Fayam.
"Excuse me, but are you captain Fayam?" a human voice asked. If Fayam turned around, he would see a significantly-aged human in a white uniform bearing the mark of an Admiral. The name tag was labeled "Kynes".
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
In orbit around Tomahawk, a task force of Klingon ships dropped out of warp. They all went shields up and weapons hot, sensor scans directed everywhere. One of the ships - a Negh'Tev-class Battleship (https://hydra-media.cursecdn.com/sto.gamepedia.com/0/03/Negh'tev_Heavy_Battlecruiser.PNG?version=f25d3c6460b303f20e8e5b9dab16d7fa) - approached Tomahawk and sent out an open hail: "Attention Tomahawk forces - this is Brigadier General Kault of the Klingon Defense Force. We tracked a joint fleet under Romulan Command to this area - can you spare any details as to where they went?"
*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ***
"Well, if you're headed for Dragon'taan, look up High General Indari. He'll be able to help you. I, however, must tend to matters on Nirn. Do give Indari my regards?" Lokahviing requested.
*** DMCS Inquisitor, Nirn Orbit ***
Once everyone was safely aboard, Vokun began giving his orders. "Helm, set a course for Korriban, maximum translight speed. Tactical, ready on the guns - all of them."
"Korriban?" Andronikos asked. "Thought we saw the last of that world when we left the Sith to join the DMC?"
"Seems our old friends in the Sith Empire left something there, and our old pal, Zaarin, is after it," Vokun told him. "We'll get a full briefing en route."
*** Korriban ***
The Imperials seemed not to notice the Arctic Cheetahs; in fact, they seemed more focused on getting set up and scouting out the Valley of the Dark Lords.
*** Drake and Amie's room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake awoke suddenly with a stifled shout. Panting heavily, he looked around, then got up.
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"And speaking of the kids, where are they?" Markus asked. "Did they come here ahead of us?"
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--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"I told them to go out to eat some where for a bit if they wanted to." Krystal explained "In case something like this happened." The blue vixen added.
--- Corneria ---
"If that's all settled then , we will be leaving, no rest for the weary and stuff like that." Lupe said as she Dragged Fixel out of the cafe.
--- Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ---
Kyra turned to face the male Khajiit "Do we really have to leave now?" Kyra directly asked Lokahviing.
--- Drake and Amie's room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
When Drake shot up Amie ,recoiled immediately pulled back her hands and pulling Raz away from Drake so the small dragon wouldn't get hurt. "Hmm I wonder how Kira is doing, think we should go take a look, little one?" The vixen asked Raz.
--- Korriban ---
The Arctic Cheetah mechs linked up with the slower but more heavily armed Adder, and proceeded to the Valley of the Dark lords both cheetah's carrying stealth equipment like communication and ECM suites and stealth field generators to stay hidden their mission for now ,spy on the newcomers and see what they were up to.
Meanwhile the Desert Salamander AT-TE approached the Sith Academy, Nari prepared her team to enter the academy prepping weapons "The mechs are way to big to enter the academy and we didn't have the room to bring anything smaller I hope your all ready Commando's" The Dark furred Vixen began her prep talk.
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--- Drake and Amie's room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan --
Raz was quite startled when Drake shot up, latching onto Amie in an instant, shakily looking up at Amie and nodding.
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*** Krystal's Mansion Grounds, New Cerinia ***
Markus frowned. "In case something like what happened?" he asked, confused.
*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ***
"Not immediately," Lokahviing told Kyra. "The USR ship has to create the slipspace portal, and that'll take a bit."
*** Korriban ***
The Imperial presence in the Valley of the Dark Lords was negligible at the time the mechs moved in. The Imperials did not spot them, instead directing their scans into the various tombs.
*** Drake and Amie's room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake visibly and audibly shuddered, his breathing shaky, as though he was crying. His eyes remained shut, his head resting in his hand.
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Raz stopped shuddering and looked back to Drake, wriggling out of Amie's grasp, falling onto the bed and then padding across the bed to Drake and making his way to Drake's side, nudging him before climbing onto Drake's lap and cuddling up to Drake, "Sad?"
(Just an FYI, when I use the I setting on quotes, that means Raz is speaking in his native tongue)
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(I gathered as much.)
Drake opened his eyes - sapphire-blue dragon eyes, just like his father - and looked down at Raz. "Little one, the things that haunt my dreams are not easy to live with. And I pray you never have to go through what I did... and that you are never provoked into such a murderous rampage the likes of which my creators had provoked me into," he told Raz. He gently picked up Raz and held him close. "It's never easy to live with such things. But that's what we have family for."
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"What Do Zu'u?" Amie asked looking at the two, arms crossed.
--- Krystal's Mansion Grounds, New Cerinia ---
"In case you forgot about Celina's gift." Krystal replied simply.
--- Korriban ---
While the mechs and their pilots scanned the Imperial camp, Nari and her team of Commando's began their entry of the sith Academy. "Looks like nobody has been here for decades maybe centuries." Nari said as she worked the lock open, "Be cautious the force sensitive creatures on this planet may not be able to sence me through the force ,but they will definitely pick you up so i want guns ready." The vixen warned as she slowly entered the Academy, which was eerily devoid of life. "Well that was...Undramatic or something." Nari said, some of the clones giggling behind her.
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Raz grabbed Drake's head and forcefully pulled them to against his soulstone, wrapping around their head, showing the horrors that he himself had gone through to Drake, the death of his parents, constant whippings and beatings, near death to starvation, and along with this, Raz gave Drake a pseudo feeling of each horrid thing that happened to him, Raz then let go of Drake, "I know... my pain... is close... I miss mommy... daddy...", and due to this, Raz had made himself sad, digging his head into Drake and hugging them tightly, having, by now, released their head.
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*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"Oh, okay," Markus responded. "Now I just need to remember where I put it..."
*** Drake and Amie's room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Amie... you are my wife, and I love you very much. I know you've been through similar troubles as I have, and I'm sorry," Drake said. "It was just an old nightmare - those happen to me from time to time. You know that, Raz doesn't." He held Raz close. "He doesn't know what it's like to be provoked into a rampage. To slaughter scientists whose only crime was being in the wrong place at the wrong time. He doesn't know what it's like to live with that kind of blood on his hands." He looked at Raz. "And I pray you never know what it's like."
*** Korriban ***
The Imperial forces continued to scout out the Valley of the Dark Lords, and at that point, more Imperial forces began descending into the Valley. AT-STs and AT-PTs patrolled the perimeter, various tanks with them, and troops and workers began delving into the tombs.
In the Sith Academy, Nari and her team would find empty halls, corridors and rooms. In direct contrast to the world outside, where the blowing wind and sand provided a constant flow of sound, the Sith Academy was eerily quiet, with only a hollow booming to disturb the otherwise perfect silence.
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--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
Krystal rolled her eyes "at the front doorstep." She grumbled
--- Drake and Amie's room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
"You forget, Drake not only have I seen your nightmares, I also defended my home with you and your father after you found me." Amie replied.
--- Korriban ---
Noting the presence of the walkers and tanks the group of 3 Omnimechs observed their patterns they could easily take on the slower less advanced walkers but not without giving their position away. sending an encoded message to Nari, the leader of the group in the Adder, waited a reply from her.
By the time Nari had gotten the transmission, Nari was on her way to what she hoped was the Archive. "Confirmed star commander 'Let the Cougars hunt, but don't give away your position until we're ready to move." Nari replied back encoding the transmission before sending it.
highly encrypted and partially hidden transmissions could be picked up, being sent to the 3 mechs and then to the dropship, but only with extremely sensitive equipment.
Back at the dropship the Ramps opened again and two Cougar Omnimechs (https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/mul-images/BattleMechs/cougar.jpg) walked down the ramps then pushed their throttles to max to group up with the other 3 mechs
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- Drake and Amie's room- Dragon'taan
Raz listened to the two, holding onto Drake to not only comfort himself but to try and comfort Drake as he could tell how hurt Drake was feeling, but as he could tell his methods weren't very effective, he gave Drake a tight hug before crawling back over the bed and then looking up to Amie, basically asking for her to pick him up.
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam looked up and turned around abrubtedly. "Oh!" he spoke, "Um, yes, as a matter of fact I am. Can I... help you?" He looked at the man puzzled, of course hoping to rake some cash in with it.
*Dragon'taan*
Anna set Faith to full throttle and the ship set into movement, fast as it could go without Warp Drive.
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu was shaken up. In order to let him think Farrar picked up: "Brigadier General Kault, this is queen Farrar. We don't actually have a clue as to where they left to. They escaped using some sort of portal technology, and our sensors couldn't pick them up once they went in. So... I'm terribly sorry to disappoint you, but we can't tell."
*Corneria*
Mary took a small sigh of relief and answered: "No. Thankfully I stepped back in time. But I honestly didn't expect this."
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*** Corneria ***
Amy sighed in relief. "Thank the Force," she said. "Jason isn't usually this... unstable, but that incident with that gang kid really got to him." She paused to gently rub Jason's back. "Jason and I have been in this relationship for near six months. He and I both expect the unexpected... but there are some things that are difficult for him to take. And I thank you for not provoking him further, even if you were trying to help. If you had provoked him, he really would have innocent blood on his hands."
*** Dragon'taan Bank, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm Admiral Kynes, UNSC Defense Force," the Admiral introduced himself. "I heard you were the one who took down the Prophets. After conferring with High General Indari, he has highly recommended you - if you don't mind working with the humans of the United Nations Space Command, I am authorized to offer you a bounty contract, but I am obligated to point out, you are not dealing with a religious zealot - our target is much more... complex."
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
There was a long pause before Kault spoke again: "Queen Farrar... what you described to me has been identified by my task force as a Transwarp Aperture. We had heard rumors that the Tal Shiar had captured such technology, but I must admit, I did not believe they were capable of that. Regardless, I appreciate your honesty in the matter. If you find yourself beset by those honorless Targs... well, know that we'd be more than willing to help you eliminate them. Our allies in the Romulan Republic would also help. Not all Romulans are like those in the Star Empire and the Tal Shiar. Now, before I move on, is there anything you need or wish to know?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbit, Dragon'taan ***
The Iron Regent and the two other Star Destroyers followed the Faith out of system, directing sensor scans all over to cover every possible avenue of attack the Romulans would use.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake rose from bed and headed out to the kitchen, still wiping tears from his eyes.
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Markus again frowned. "Did I really? That doesn't seem like something I'd do..."
*** Korriban ***
Imperial Forces, though they couldn't see them, could detect the seismic disturbances of the mechs as they moved about. Their forces began slowing down, carefully scanning the areas for signs of hostile activity.
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--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
Amie gently picked up Raz. "Let's see how Kira is doing..." the vixen said as she got up and headed out of her room towards Kira's room.
--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"Yes, but it's right there." Krystal replied.
--- Korriban ---
The mechs knew the seismic disturbances would give them away eventually since they didn't have seismic dampers nor was their ECM suites set to jam those types of devices.
Meanwhile in the Academy , Nari finally go into the Archives. "Now search for any Datacrons and if you find any Holocrons grab them too, we may not be able to use them ,but th Crusaders back home sure can." The vixen told the 5 commandos with her, starting to search herself for anything interesting.
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Raz hugged tightly onto Amie, slowly falling back to sleep, nuzzling into Amie's chest as he fell asleep
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kira was fast asleep in her little bed. Drake, however, dug around for a Sunset Sarsaparilla, then immediately popped it open and began drinking.
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Markus picked up the gift, looking around to see if either of his daughters were anywhere in sight. "Let's get this hidden in a less-noticeable spot," he suggested to Krystal.
*** Korriban ***
The Datacron would be sitting on a secluded table, out of notice and seemingly inconsequential.
The Valley of the Dark Lords, however, remained very active as the Imperial forces searched for both anything usable from the tombs and for their elusive targets that assailed them.
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---Mother of Innovation, Nirn orbit---
"So, any questions?" Shoon repeated "also how much time do you estimate it will take to open this, portal?".
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THIRD AND FINAL TIME I AM REMAKING THE OKB ZERO NATION. I'M SO SORRY FOR THIS LOL
**BEGIN REPORT**
OKB Zero: Snow planet-Location: UNKNOWN
Military Strength: Five hundred million men strong
Population: Five Billion
Military Uniforms: Main Soldiers (http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/battlefield/images/e/ee/BF4_ru_engineer.png/revision/latest?cb=20131207234447), Elite Soldiers (http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/battlefield/images/7/7a/BF4_Ch_support.png/revision/latest?cb=20131212040525), Officers (http://a.dilcdn.com/bl/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2014/08/imperial_officers_rotj.jpg), Supports (http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/battlefield/images/4/4d/USSupport6Color.png/revision/latest?cb=20140114061600), and Space Combat Troops (http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/battlefield/images/3/32/Chinese_Engineer.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20130801075038)
Bio: OKB Zero is not well known around the galaxy. The only thing that is known is that they have an incredibly large military force that dominates any ground force they take on. BUT, they're space combat is horrible. They can't last five minutes without plummeting towards they're doom. You either take them all out as fast as possible in space or face horrible consequences on the ground. Choose and act fast.
**END REPORT**
*BEGIN REPORT OF LEADER*
Name: Oswald Stowe
Age: 47
Species: Human
Gender: Male
Bio: Born in the capital of OKB Zero. He is the son of the once great leader Henry Stowe who sadly passed. His Empire was given to his son and now it's all beginning to crumble under him. The planets the UUOA once controlled now are under free rule. The UUOA must act and they must take back what was their's.
(Continuing off this)
**Near an unknown planet**
"Sir. We are closing in onto the ground. Once we land we can destroy these filthy worms." An officer called out towards the captain of the ship.
"Excellent! get in close and we'll drop in the ground forces. Nothing will stop us!"
The ship grew closer to the planet until it reached it's orbit. It plummeted towards the surface...
Five minutes had passed and the ship and it's companion ships had reached the surface. Soldiers jumped from the ships and began to do what the Union did best... They began to control.
In a matter of hours the planet was under they're control. Houses burned, cities turned to rubble, families killed, and futures destroyed. Soldiers marched down the streets of the now Union controlled planet.
The Union had lost everything. In a matter of two years they had taken back the once free planets. Unlike the other planets this one began to signal out distress calls in random directions. It read.
'To anyone who can hear this... Please help us.. They've come back. They've taken back what they've lost.. Millions of people have died. Planets whipped of civilization. The Union is coming for you all. They won't stop until they've taken everything.
Be strong. Fight this old evil and whip them from the face of the galaxy.' The message cuts out and nothing else can be heard but a repeated loop us this.
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(Forgive me, MetalGearStowe, but what exactly are you trying to accomplish? If it's a war with one or more of the powers of Galactic Society, I wish you had discussed it with me over a PM. If not, I request you PM me a clarification as to what exactly you intend.)
*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ***
"The Portal will take no more than a minute or so to ready. They are actually waiting on your word. As far as questions go... once you have made contact with the other powers in Galactic Society... what do you intend then?"
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
A young lizard woman with orange skin-like scales, blue eyes, and a tail that seemed to be flaming at the tip - though the flame seemed not to harm anything it touched - stepped off a transport vessel onto the duracrete of Dragon'taan Spaceport. She inhaled deeply, then exhaled delightedly. "Freedom," was the only thing she said.
It was clear this woman was an anthropomorphic creature, but few took the cue from her flaming tail that Ann was an anthro-charizard. She hefted her travel bag over her shoulder and headed into the city, looking around.
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--- Korriban, Sith Academy ---
Nari and her group of Commandos found 3 Datacrons and 4 holocrons laying around , there were likely more ,but considering how the Academy had decayed over the years they'd be hard to get to. They moved back out to the AT-TE storing their 'loot' in the cargo hold, it wasn't long before the AT-TE was moving again heading towards the Dropship, joined by the Omnimechs they hoped to make it back without being chased by Zarrin's forces.
--- Indari manor, Dragon'taan. ---
Amie slowly opened the door to Kira's room " Can you see her?" Amie whispered reaching out with her arms holding Raz in Kira's room while she stood outside in the hallway.
--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"Anything else before the kids get back?" Krystal asked opening the front door.
--- Dragon'taan Spaceport, Dragon'taan ---
A white Anthro Vixen leaned near the Entrace to the starport, the woman had just exited, next to her a odd yellow armored figure (http://img04.deviantart.net/551c/i/2014/132/3/c/tau_firewarrior_by_thedarkscion-d7i4h0q.jpg) with a large gun slung across his back, the insignia on his large shoulder pad that of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps
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--- Indari manor, Dragon'taan. ---
Raz yawned and woke up from his small nap, looking into the room, shining his dim soulstone towards and into the room, a soft hue of red casting into Kira's room, just enough light to see a lump on the bed, and when Raz saw the lump he looked up to Amie, tiredly pointing towards Kira.
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*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"Yeah - let's hide this in the closet and hope Celina doesn't come looking for it," Markus chuckled.
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
Ann approached the white anthro vixen and the yellow-armored figure and asked, "Excuse me, but... this is my first time on Dragon'taan. Can either of you point me to a good restaurant?"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
A young lioness and a human dragon-shifter carrying a cradle with an infant walked into the restaurant. "Feels like years since last we ate here, Viktor," the lioness commented.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kira still slept soundly, seeming not to notice the light from the soulstone.
"It's only been a few months, Kabby," the human dragon-shifter sighed. "But this is the first time Tyber's been here."
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--- Indari manor, Dragon'taan. ---
Raz yawned and woke up from his small nap, looking into the room, shining his dim soulstone towards and into the room, a soft hue of red casting into Kira's room, just enough light to see a lump on the bed, and when Raz saw the lump he looked up to Amie, tiredly pointing towards Kira.
"Yeah what?" Amie whispered in responce to Raz.
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"There! Body... on bed!", Raz simply said to Amie, not registering his voice and accidentally yelling.
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---Mother of Innovation, Nirn orbit---
"Tell them to open the portal, and we plan on studying your species, technology, society and forms of energy. After which we will probably just go explore what you have already explored and then explore further, and use your tech in your science. Also once We know what you have done in the past and your technology we will donate our own".
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*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
There was a long pause before Kault spoke again: "Queen Farrar... what you described to me has been identified by my task force as a Transwarp Aperture. We had heard rumors that the Tal Shiar had captured such technology, but I must admit, I did not believe they were capable of that. Regardless, I appreciate your honesty in the matter. If you find yourself beset by those honorless Targs... well, know that we'd be more than willing to help you eliminate them. Our allies in the Romulan Republic would also help. Not all Romulans are like those in the Star Empire and the Tal Shiar. Now, before I move on, is there anything you need or wish to know?"
*Dragon'taan*
If it were possible, Fayam's eyes would show currency signs. He instantly said: "Hey, you really got my interest there. How much?"
*Outer Space*
Anna warned the convoy following: "Beware- I'm going to initiate Warp Drive, what will speed me up heavily. Coming in 3... 2... 1..." She hit the switch and Faith's speed multiplied.
*Corneria*
Mary swallowed difficult. "Oh... Ok... But... Now I wonder. If he's not a Jedi or Sith, then what is he?" She looked at Amy, puzzled.
*Tomahawk*
Farrar put a side eye on Hor'kuu. "Well, I think we'll need to know how we can either revenge or improve our defences. My husband Hor'kuu is furious about those getaway Tal Shiar. And our antimatter towers can't take down fake Borg ships. So, you see-" She was interrupted by Hor'kuu. "Èt tnèlg tèe sëttels nég lel!" It was still audible for the radio.
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*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ***
"Very well - just be careful out there," Lokahviing warned. "Our galaxy is not without it's own dangers." He fired off a message to the Assault Carrier, and they began opening the slipspace portal.
*** Dragon'taan Bank Dragon'taan ***
"3.5 million, given how long we've been chasing this bounty," Admiral Kynes responded. "However, this contract will require some investigative work on your part, and possibly a little skill with clandestine infiltration."
*** Outer Space ***
The Iron Regent and it's escorts engaged their own warp drives and were right alongside Anna.
*** Corneria ***
"He and I are Dragon'taan Crusaders," Amy explained. "We use both light and dark sides of the Force while walking our own path. The Jedi still work with us, while they don't always approve of our methods, but the Sith outright fear us. Never before has a Sith succeeded in corrupting a Crusader. This reputation has led many others to believe we are incorruptible..." Amy paused to lean on Jason affectionately. "If only that were true."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kira woke to see Raz, and sat up. She didn't say a word, just stared in confusion.
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
"For that, your best bet would be to first contact UNSC Rear Admiral Scott - he's been looking for a place to test his new Anti-Borg SHMAC Turrets. If you don't mind working with him, he'd be happy to loan - or give, assuming the tests go well - a number of those turrets and a battle group of ships. After that, you'll want to contact Fleet Admiral Tovan Khev - he's the Romulan Republic Admiral who's been trying to work with the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps in keeping the Tal Shiar from gaining any real foothold in this galaxy... if they haven't already. Just tell him of the Tal Shiar attack on your world - and show him any security recordings you have of the attack - and he'll gladly send a fleet to assist. Lastly, if you wish the KDF to aid, you'll want to contact General Korath - he's always up for a battle against the Tal Shiar. Once you do all that, if it's revenge you want, you'll need to find a way to draw the Tal Shiar back to your world, preferably with a Borg ship, then board that ship, capture it, and use it to take the fight to wherever the Tal Shiar Struck from."
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*Dragon'taan*
As soon as Kynes said "3.5 million" Fayam went crazy. He answered: "Then you don't know me yet. I'm hell bend on getting rich, which bounty hunting is excellent for. And the more I can gain, the more I'm set on gaining it. For 3.5 million I'm doing ANYTHING!"
*Outer Space*
Anna saw the ships and felt safe.
*Corneria*
Mary thought about it for a moment. "Hm. I can see why they'd do... Both for the Sith and the Jedi. But I'd say, everyone can be corrupted. As long as they're not numb robots or something."
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu spoke: "Le sëllen ennêên tèten."
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--- Indari manor ---
"Qu.." Amie stopped ,and would have slapped herself in the face if Raz were not in her hands. "Can you fly?" She asked Raz.
--- Krystal's Mansion ---
"You can hide in the closet I have work to do." Krystal smirked.
--- Korriban ---
"I hope our pickup arrives soon, we may have just tipped off that entire force to our presence." Nari said as the AT-TE and the Omnimechs headed back towards the Desert Leopard Dropship.
--- Dragon'taan Spaceport ---
" THat would likely be Sol's bar and grill." Luka the Green Vixen said to the Charizard lady.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Amie, is that you?" Kira asked.
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Markus hid Celina's gift in the closet of the master bedroom, then plopped down on the bed for a nap.
*** Korriban ***
The DMCS Inquisitor, along with a task force of DMC warships, dropped out of Translight Speed - much to the surprise of the Imperial Forces in orbit, which consisted of not just the Titan-class Star Destroyer Basilisk, but a pair of Imperator-II Star Destroyers and four Imperator-I Star Destroyers.
"All ships, shields up!" Came General Vokun's command, "Ready on the guns, fire on my command!"
Down planetside, Nari's team seemed largely forgotten as the Imperials now shifted focus to taking what they had already found and shoring up defenses against what they believed to be an imminent DMC ground assault.
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport ***
"And Sol's is... where?" Ann asked. "Again, this is my first time here, so I have no idea where everything is."
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Raz looked back to Amie and shook his head, wiggling out of her grasp before climbing back up her arm to hug her as he slowly fell asleep again, his tail wrapping around her waist to keep him secure, himself not paying any mind to the now awake Kira.
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--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
"It's me holding the dragon yes." Amie replied.
--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
Krystal grumbled as she heard someone plop onto her bed, walking into her room she spotted her husband on the bed and sighed "Really?" She asked letting out a sigh, turning around and walking out of the room to get back to what she was doing.
--- Korriban ---
Nari's mini-battlegroup made their way back onto the Desert Leopard and began to clamp down all the mechs "Send out the signal for pickup and let's hope the ship is there this time" Nari said as she helped clamp down the mechs and the AT-TE, meanwhile on the bridge above the cargo bays the crew began preparations to take off, the comm officer sending out an encoded signal on the stealth wavelengths. "This is the DMC Desert Leopard Leopard class dropship to pickup group we're taking off in 10 minutes."
--- Dragon'taan Spaceport ---
" Just uhh follow me and Myles." Luka said offering to lead the way, beginning to slowly walk towards Sol's, the Firewarrior following close behind.
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam went on, yelling: "In other words: You BET I accept that offer! ...Who are you after, exactly?"
*Outer space*
Faith progressed towards Gaia with tremendous speed. In the far distance a light was shining. She instantly recognized it as Anthraxx Galaxy.
*Corneria*
Mary gave off a nervous smile and she gulped down her drink, leaving a loud burp.
*Tomahawk*
Farrar translated: "That was Hor'kuu saying we'd look at it. And just for our own notes... Could you please summarize what we can get and from who?"
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*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
"We're transmitting specific instructions for your records," Kault said. "Should the Tal Shiar bare their fangs at you, strike hard and fast. The less of those honorless Targs there are, the better. You are not alone - good luck and good hunting."
Shortly after Kault bid his farewell, the Tomahawk computers would register that a transmission was, indeed, made to them, containing what they could get, from who, where, and suggested tactics should the Tal Shiar or the Romulan Star Empire come knocking again. At the bottom of the message was a warning: "The Tal Shiar and the Romulan Star Empire have no honor, and they know where you live. I do not believe they will leave you be, and neither do my officers. If you ever want my d'k tagh there for you, just ask for me if you get through to General Korath."
*** Dragon'taan Bank, Dragon'taan ***
Admiral Kynes smiled. "Glad to hear it. I can't say here who we're after, but I can tell you to head to Earth - Fleet Admiral Hood will brief you personally."
*** Corneria ***
Amy and Jason drank colas, reminiscing various memories. Every so often, Jason would lean on Amy in tears, but Amy remained by Jason's side, cradling him in this time.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Amie, where's mommy?" Kira asked.
*** Korriban ***
The DMCS Inquisitor received the signal, and sent a response: "Approach at best speed - enemy reinforcements arriving in 12 minutes."
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport ***
Ann followed the two, taking in the sight of Dragon'taan as the sun began to sink below the horizon.
*** Outer Space ***
A gravitational anomaly would pull the Faith, the Iron Regent, and the three Star Destroyers out of warp speed to the sight of a single ship:
http://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/9/9c/InterdictorClassSD-EGTW.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20120425031256 (http://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/9/9c/InterdictorClassSD-EGTW.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20120425031256)
"It's an interdictor cruiser!" one of the crew shouted.
"No," Jaesa discounted, "It's too big to be an interdictor cruiser."
"It's the Star Destroyer Variant of the Interdictor Cruiser," K'torr said. "But they never operate alone. K'torr to Anna - take cover in my formation. These may be Zaarin's boys. All ships, shields up."
The Interdictor Star Destroyer did nothing, aside from keeping it's gravity well projectors powered.
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--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
"Why do you need something 'hun?" Amie asked, her arms free now that Raz was curled around her.
--- Korriban ---
As stated the Desert Leopard was in the air in ten minutes after loading the mechs it's vertical thrusters pushing it straight up into the air, forward thrusters kicking in to push the craft forward, nose pointing up as the Dropship attempted to leave orbit.
"Desert Leopard to Inquisitor, we're on our way into orbit now." came the transmission as the craft just broke the atmosphere and headed for the larger ship.
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**Some planet under Union control**
A tall man with a moustach walked up to an officer and saluted, "At ease lad." The officer spoke in a somewhat English accent. The man lowered his hand and handed him a piece of paper with information on it, "High command sent us this. Seems we'll be using this planet as a resource farm."
The officer began to read the paper, his eyes pinned on the paper, "Right." He handed the paper back, "I'll move my platoon into the town and clear it out. You report back to high command and tell them we'll be moving the residents of this world into Oversight." The man nodded and saluted, "Roger that." He ran back towards the direction he came from.
The officer whistled, "Round up all the citizens!" Soldiers grabbed they're weapons and headed down into the town and began to round up everyone.
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---Mother of Innovation---
Shoon walked up to the pilot "Proceed through the portal" "Yes commander" The pilot answerd and the ship proceded moving foward.
Shoon Signaled for his guests to come to the front while some of the workers stopped doing what they were doing and looked at the portal, facinaited.
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**Same planet under Union control**
A few days had past and the citizens of the planet had all been moved and or whipped out. The Union began to farm the planet of it's resources, slowly but surely they striped this world of it's resources.
An officer stood staring at the now wasteland of a planet. Behind him was a young man, he stood at attention with a folder in his hand. The officer turned his head towards him and spoke, "What is it?" The young man took a few steps forward and handed the officer the folder and replied.
"Our radars have picked up some kind of message being sent out into the far reaches of space... It's a distress call from the occupied planets we own. High Command back on home world have given strict orders for all ground units to watch over the planets, do NOT lose any of them." The officer read the contents of the folder and mumbled, "Well... Do we have confirmation if anyone is going to attack?"
The young man replied, "No sir. But just to be safe, we must go on high alert and prepare for any possible attacks..." The officer nodded, "Right then. Thank you for this information."
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(Uh oh... I figured this would happen... yeah... it's been a long time. I haven't held anything back have I?)
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(Uh oh... I figured this would happen... yeah... it's been a long time. I haven't held anything back have I?)
(Naa we kinda dragged your character along XP)
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(Alrighty, I'll try to get involved again, but I can't make any promises)
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*** Korriban ***
"Acknowledged," Vokun answered the Desert Leopard's transmission. "You have five minutes to get to the Inquisitor before enemy reinforcements are bearing down on you. Move it!"
Xalek turned to Cecilia. "I can sense the Desert Leopard has some things they took from what remains of the Sith Academy - will you accompany me? I am going to find out what it is they have."
*** Sangheilios ***
Thel 'Vadam - fresh off bed rest from his brush with death on Dragon'taan - walked into the command center in 'Vadam Keep. "Kaidon," one of his aides approached him, "We have received a signal."
"Yes, I knew that much," Thel responded, "A signal from whom?"
"We don't know - it was bounced off multiple satellites and made it's way here and elsewhere," the aide stated. "From what we can make out, it's a call for help against a totalitarian regime that's enslaving them."
"A new threat?" Thel asked.
"Possibly," the aide answered. "We know the signal also was bounced to Earth and Coruscant."
"Has Lord Hood made any response?" Thel inquired.
"Hood has mobilized a battle group headed up by the UNSC Infinity, but little else - he's more preoccupied by the threat of the resurgent Insurrectionists," the aide replied. "However, Coruscant has dispatched a much larger task force under General Garm Bel Iblis," the aide explained. There was a pause as Thel considered all this. Finally, he made his response.
"Is Frosty still about?" he asked.
"Spartan-X050?" the aide asked. "Yes, Kaidon... as is your son, who still travels with him. They recently received command of a new refitted warship, the Allegiance." The aide brought up an image of a heavily-refitted variant of a UNSC Punic-class Supercarrier, armed with mixed UNSC and Sangheili technologies. Perfect, Thel thought.
"Send word to Frosty - he is to take command of the Fleet of Righteous Retribution and head up our response to this call for help," Thel commanded. The aide nodded, and set to work immediately.
*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn orbit ***
"If you're headed through the portal, Commander, Kyra and I will head back down to Nirn and tie up loose ends in the Thalmor and their Tal Shiar aides. A word of advice - do not insult the dragons and dragon-shifters of Dragon'taan. They can sometimes be easy to offend," Lokahviing said. He accessed his comm unit, and spoke to his crew: "Grand Admiral Lokahviing to Wayward Spellsword - two to beam back."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I heard Drake crying. Is Drake okay?" Kira responded to Amie.
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*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
"We're transmitting specific instructions for your records," Kault said. "Should the Tal Shiar bare their fangs at you, strike hard and fast. The less of those honorless Targs there are, the better. You are not alone - good luck and good hunting."
Shortly after Kault bid his farewell, the Tomahawk computers would register that a transmission was, indeed, made to them, containing what they could get, from who, where, and suggested tactics should the Tal Shiar or the Romulan Star Empire come knocking again. At the bottom of the message was a warning: "The Tal Shiar and the Romulan Star Empire have no honor, and they know where you live. I do not believe they will leave you be, and neither do my officers. If you ever want my d'k tagh there for you, just ask for me if you get through to General Korath."
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam nodded and sprinted away instantly, nearly overrunning Kynes.
*Outer Space*
Anna swallowed difficult as she activated full defence and put Faith in the safety of the Iron Regent's formation.
*Corneria*
After finishing hr drink Mary headed right back to her pharmacy.
*Tomahawk*
Farrar looked the notes over and decided that ther best first bet was indeed to contact UNSC Rear Admiral Scott- She made no fuss and contacted the UNSC first. "UNSC? This is Leviathan queen Farrar. I'd like to speak Rear Admiral Scott about his anti-Borg turrets.
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---Mother of Innovation, Nirn orbit---
"I bid you farewell then, until we meet again" Shoon bowed half way and got up "But one more thing, take this as a sign of our people" Shoon reached into a pocket on his belt and pulled out a small metallic insignia of a sun in light blue with a long vertical black pupil on it and silver wings of a dragon from each side. Shoon Handed it to Lokahviing, smiling.
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*** Korriban ***
"Acknowledged," Vokun answered the Desert Leopard's transmission. "You have five minutes to get to the Inquisitor before enemy reinforcements are bearing down on you. Move it!"
Xalek turned to Cecilia. "I can sense the Desert Leopard has some things they took from what remains of the Sith Academy - will you accompany me? I am going to find out what it is they have."
*** Sangheilios ***
Thel 'Vadam - fresh off bed rest from his brush with death on Dragon'taan - walked into the command center in 'Vadam Keep. "Kaidon," one of his aides approached him, "We have received a signal."
"Yes, I knew that much," Thel responded, "A signal from whom?"
"We don't know - it was bounced off multiple satellites and made it's way here and elsewhere," the aide stated. "From what we can make out, it's a call for help against a totalitarian regime that's enslaving them."
"A new threat?" Thel asked.
"Possibly," the aide answered. "We know the signal also was bounced to Earth and Coruscant."
"Has Lord Hood made any response?" Thel inquired.
"Hood has mobilized a battle group headed up by the UNSC Infinity, but little else - he's more preoccupied by the threat of the resurgent Insurrectionists," the aide replied. "However, Coruscant has dispatched a much larger task force under General Garm Bel Iblis," the aide explained. There was a pause as Thel considered all this. Finally, he made his response.
"Is Frosty still about?" he asked.
"Spartan-X050?" the aide asked. "Yes, Kaidon... as is your son, who still travels with him. They recently received command of a new refitted warship, the Allegiance." The aide brought up an image of a heavily-refitted variant of a UNSC Punic-class Supercarrier, armed with mixed UNSC and Sangheili technologies. Perfect, Thel thought.
"Send word to Frosty - he is to take command of the Fleet of Righteous Retribution and head up our response to this call for help," Thel commanded. The aide nodded, and set to work immediately.
*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn orbit ***
"If you're headed through the portal, Commander, Kyra and I will head back down to Nirn and tie up loose ends in the Thalmor and their Tal Shiar aides. A word of advice - do not insult the dragons and dragon-shifters of Dragon'taan. They can sometimes be easy to offend," Lokahviing said. He accessed his comm unit, and spoke to his crew: "Grand Admiral Lokahviing to Wayward Spellsword - two to beam back."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I heard Drake crying. Is Drake okay?" Kira responded to Amie.
--- Indari Manor, Draogn'taan ---
"Drake's fine honey, was there something specifically you needed?
--- Korriban Orbit ---
"We're on docking approach now didn't want to take any chances down below with fighters." Came the Desert Leopard's response.
--- Mother of Innovation, Nirn orbit ---
"What loose ends?" Kyra asked.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"A glass of water, please, Amie," Kira responded.
*** Somewhere on Dragon'taan ***
Ann followed the two she met at the spaceport, still occasionally shifting her pack around. "How far is Sol's? And what's the food like there?" she asked.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
Just as the Desert Leopard docked, a reinforcement fleet of Imperial Warships dropped out of hyperspace, consisting of four Imperator-II Star Destroyers, six Imperator-I Star Destroyers, eight Acclamator Assault Frigates, and a pair of new designs:
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"We have what we are here for," Vokun said over the DMC channel, "Make for Dragon'taan!" The DMC battle fleet all broke formation and headed out-system, preparing to make the jump into Translight Speed.
*** Mother of Innovation, Nirn Orbit ***
"Thank you, commander. I look forward to it if our paths ever cross again," Lokahviing told Shoon. He looked to Kyra and told her, "We still have to make sure the Thalmor and their Tal Shiar buddies don't snatch that Stargate from under our noses, and see what else we can find in their outpost. If we're lucky, we'll find out where the enemy is basing their operations from, and shut them down for good."
The transporter energized after that, and would pluck Lokahviing and Kyra from the Mother of Innovation and put them on Lokahviing's ship, the Wayward Spellsword.
*** DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Zi Orbit ***
The Task Force headed up by Mathayus dropped out of FTL speed over Zi, and Mathayus gestured toward the communications console, indicating his approval that Jaden contact her colleagues.
*** Earth ***
Rear Admiral Scott had been napping when he got the call from Tomahawk. He grumbled, his hair still in a bit of a mess, as he answered the call. "UNSC R & D, Rear Admiral Scott, here."
*** Outer Space ***
Attempts to make contact with the Interdictor Star Destroyer were negative - the hails were never answered, and the demands to power down the Gravity Well Projectors were met with silence. Oddly enough, there seemed no life forms aboard the vessel whatsoever. After half an hour, the techs on board the Iron Regent hacked into the ship's security grid, and found the ship was completely devoid of life. No crew, no commander, and a complete lack of signs of any conflict. It was as though everyone on the vessel just... vanished. "General K'torr to Anna... can you get aboard that ship and make your way to the bridge? My crew is having trouble accessing the logs, and I want to know where the crew went... and why they left the Gravity Well Projectors running."
*** Unspecified location ***
In an area with zero tactical value, a floating station sat surrounded by a number of wildly-varying ships. A battle group dropped out of hyperspace, heading for the station. The station commandant stood before a window at the observation post at the top of the station. This was the largest gathering of his commander's ships he'd ever seen, and he had zero ideas as to what the purpose of this gathering was. A triple alliance, it once was, now commanded by the will of the finest of the Vasari Empire, migrants no more after coming to believe they had escaped their faceless terror after forging their alliance; the Human Trader State, a human civilization overcome with blind fury after decades of war; and the Ascended Advent, whose cultural insights and advanced technologies lent the Triple Alliance many victories and solidified their alliance.
Ships, battle groups, and even fleets had been arriving for the past week. After arriving at this place via a dying wormhole, the Vasari set up Phase Gateways to allow the rest of the Alliance's fleets to get here. The Station Commandant had no idea what High Command had in mind, but he hoped they planned to settle somewhere. The HTS was getting antsy, and when they got antsy, it was generally a good idea to point them to a target and let them rip it to shreds.
You'll have your chance, the HTS High Commander had said. You all will.
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--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
"Alright I'll get that for you, just wait a bit." Amie replied going down the hall to get a glass of water in the kitchen for Kira she returned 3 minutes later with a glass of water For Kira.
--- Somewhere on Dragon'taan ----
"It's right here." Luka replied pointing to the door, and that's objective I can't tell you how things taste to you ,but most people I know eat here, most of the time." She added.
--- DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Zi Orbit ---
"That's odd, I'm not getting a responce..." Jaden replied trying again. "Signal must be jammed or something, don't suppose you have a dropship or something?" Jaden asked.
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**Universal Union of Anochia Home Planet OKB Zero. Capital Slavika**
A large parade was being held, it was the yearly anniversary for the victory over the four old factions that ruled OKB Zero. The parade looked something very similar to this.
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Oswald, the leader of the Universal Union stood at a podium, as his men marched to the sounds of the national anthem. A rather small man with a moustach came towards Oswald, he whispered into his ear, "Reports suggest that the distress signal was picked up by and outside force..." Oswald frowned and whispered back, "Notify all occupied planets... We will not lose a single one." The man nodded and marched away. Four Union Honor Guards stood next to Oswald, he looked at them and spoke, "Speak to General Volkov, mobilize our units and get them on all the planets.." They nodded and marched away as well.
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*** Earth ***
Rear Admiral Scott had been napping when he got the call from Tomahawk. He grumbled, his hair still in a bit of a mess, as he answered the call. "UNSC R & D, Rear Admiral Scott, here."
*** Outer Space ***
Attempts to make contact with the Interdictor Star Destroyer were negative - the hails were never answered, and the demands to power down the Gravity Well Projectors were met with silence. Oddly enough, there seemed no life forms aboard the vessel whatsoever. After half an hour, the techs on board the Iron Regent hacked into the ship's security grid, and found the ship was completely devoid of life. No crew, no commander, and a complete lack of signs of any conflict. It was as though everyone on the vessel just... vanished. "General K'torr to Anna... can you get aboard that ship and make your way to the bridge? My crew is having trouble accessing the logs, and I want to know where the crew went... and why they left the Gravity Well Projectors running."
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam excitedly jumped in his ship and made his way to Earth.
*Outer Space*
Anna blinked. "I'd love to, but it seems like my ship is stuck within the gravity projection. I'll try anyway..." She tried to come closer to the ship...
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*** Korriban ***
"Acknowledged," Vokun answered the Desert Leopard's transmission. "You have five minutes to get to the Inquisitor before enemy reinforcements are bearing down on you. Move it!"
Xalek turned to Cecilia. "I can sense the Desert Leopard has some things they took from what remains of the Sith Academy - will you accompany me? I am going to find out what it is they have."
Cecilia nodded, "Of course I will. But it won't be too dangerous, will it?" She asked.
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"Compared to the Danger on Korriban a Jedi would face, this will be like eating candy: slightly difficult, but no danger at all, little one" Nari the Tan colored Vixen said as she walked into the room her presence oddly missing in the force.
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---Mother of Innovation---
"Commander, are you sure this portal will do us no harm?" The pilot called to Shoon "I trust them, its not like we can do much" Shoon answered as he walked to him.
The ship has entered the slipspace portal.
(How long will it take for them to arrive?).
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"Well, that's comforting," Cecilia said. "Are you coming too?"
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"Well, that's comforting," Cecilia said. "Are you coming too?"
"Coming where your not going anywhere....." Nari replied.
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(Mary, two things: One, you forgot to respond to Rear Admiral Scott. Second, Gravity Well Projectors don't inhibit standard movement; only FTL drives are affected. Anna's ship would still be able to move to and board the Inderdictor. Shoon, as you're taking a slipspace portal to Dragon'taan, the move should take a day, maybe two, considering the proximity between Dragon'taan and Nirn and the speed of Sangheili Slipspace navigation.)
*** DMCS Inquisitor, in transit to Dragon'taan ***
"Of course," Xalek responded to Cecilia. Looking to Nari, he told her, "I understand you lifted a few holocrons from what remains of the Sith Academy. Cecilia and I were on our way down to take a look at them."
*** World under Union Control, orbit ***
In the quiet of orbit, a Sangheili task force headed up by the Supercarrier UNSC Allegiance arrived, followed by the task force lead by the UNSC Infinity. Not long after, an Allegiance-class Battlecruiser labeled as the Tyrant's Demise dropped out of Hyperspace with a large task force. All ships immediately went shields up and weapons hot. From the UNSC Allegiance, an open transmission went out: "This is Rear Admiral Andrew Harrison to unidentified party - we are answering your call. If you can hear me on this channel, acknowledge this transmission." At the same time, sensor scans were directed at the planet.
*** Outer Space ***
Anna would find her regular engines were unaffected by the gravity well projectors - only her FTL drive would be disabled. That said, she would have no difficulty moving to the empty interdictor.
*** DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Zi Orbit ***
"We do," Mathayus responded. "Would you prefer to take the first task force down, or will you go alone? Either way, we'll send down reinforcements once you secure a secure zone."
*** Unspecified Location ***
The fleet around the station continued to grow, and the Commandant still had heard nary a word from high command about why they were gathering there, let alone in such numbers. But the Commandant had his suspicions. A gathering of a fleet like this, in numbers like this, meant only one thing:
Invasion.
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In the quiet of orbit, a Sangheili task force headed up by the Supercarrier UNSC Allegiance arrived, followed by the task force lead by the UNSC Infinity. Not long after, an Allegiance-class Battlecruiser labeled as the Tyrant's Demise dropped out of Hyperspace with a large task force. All ships immediately went shields up and weapons hot. From the UNSC Allegiance, an open transmission went out: "This is Rear Admiral Andrew Harrison to unidentified party - we are answering your call. If you can hear me on this channel, acknowledge this transmission." At the same time, sensor scans were directed at the planet.
**World under Union Control**
It was eeirly silent, nothing but a low static could be heard. Then a loud buzz could be heard and a voice began to speak back ,"This is First Lieutenant Henry Yukov of the Universal Union. You will leave orbit now. Do NOT interfere with Union affairs." The voice cut out and the eerie silence continued.
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--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
"Alright I'll get that for you, just wait a bit." Amie replied going down the hall to get a glass of water in the kitchen for Kira she returned 3 minutes later with a glass of water For Kira.
--- Somewhere on Dragon'taan ----
"It's right here." Luka replied pointing to the door, and that's objective I can't tell you how things taste to you ,but most people I know eat here, most of the time." She added.
--- DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Zi Orbit ---
"That's odd, I'm not getting a responce..." Jaden replied trying again. "Signal must be jammed or something, don't suppose you have a dropship or something?" Jaden asked.
--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
Raz had hopped off of Amie, falling onto Kira's bed, bouncing slightly, laying on his back as he looked up at Kira
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(Mary, two things: One, you forgot to respond to Rear Admiral Scott. Second, Gravity Well Projectors don't inhibit standard movement; only FTL drives are affected. Anna's ship would still be able to move to and board the Inderdictor. Shoon, as you're taking a slipspace portal to Dragon'taan, the move should take a day, maybe two, considering the proximity between Dragon'taan and Nirn and the speed of Sangheili Slipspace navigation.)
*** DMCS Inquisitor, in transit to Dragon'taan ***
"Of course," Xalek responded to Cecilia. Looking to Nari, he told her, "I understand you lifted a few holocrons from what remains of the Sith Academy. Cecilia and I were on our way down to take a look at them."
*** World under Union Control, orbit ***
In the quiet of orbit, a Sangheili task force headed up by the Supercarrier UNSC Allegiance arrived, followed by the task force lead by the UNSC Infinity. Not long after, an Allegiance-class Battlecruiser labeled as the Tyrant's Demise dropped out of Hyperspace with a large task force. All ships immediately went shields up and weapons hot. From the UNSC Allegiance, an open transmission went out: "This is Rear Admiral Andrew Harrison to unidentified party - we are answering your call. If you can hear me on this channel, acknowledge this transmission." At the same time, sensor scans were directed at the planet.
*** Outer Space ***
Anna would find her regular engines were unaffected by the gravity well projectors - only her FTL drive would be disabled. That said, she would have no difficulty moving to the empty interdictor.
*** DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Zi Orbit ***
"We do," Mathayus responded. "Would you prefer to take the first task force down, or will you go alone? Either way, we'll send down reinforcements once you secure a secure zone."
*** Unspecified Location ***
The fleet around the station continued to grow, and the Commandant still had heard nary a word from high command about why they were gathering there, let alone in such numbers. But the Commandant had his suspicions. A gathering of a fleet like this, in numbers like this, meant only one thing:
Invasion.
--- DMCS Inquisitor, in transit to Dragon'taan---
"Their all in the cargo bay of the Desert Leopard" Nari explained "We found at least 2 holocrons and I think 3-4 datacrons." The tan furred Fox explained.
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(Mary, two things: One, you forgot to respond to Rear Admiral Scott. Second, Gravity Well Projectors don't inhibit standard movement; only FTL drives are affected. Anna's ship would still be able to move to and board the Inderdictor.)
(1: plain forgot. 2: couldn't know.)
*Outer Space*
Fayam headed like crazy towards Earth, his mind blindly following the money.
*Outer Space*
Anna nodded. "Ok. I'm going in!" She manouvered Faith up close and the first thing she did was check for life on the bridge. She peered through the both windshields as she looked around inside.
*Tomahawk*
Farrar said: "Rear Admiral Scott, this is Leviathan queen Farrar Fire. I heard you have a project for anti-Borg turrets?"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kira looked at Razuel, and giggled. "Is mommy gonna keep you?" she asked. "I like you.)
(Bear in mind, Raz, Kira is only a few years old.)
*** Outer Space ***
"Can you get on board and query the computers?" K'torr asked over the comm channel.
*** Earth ***
Rear Admiral Scott frowned. "Yeah," he responded, "Just haven't had a chance to deploy them. Field tests were promising, we just haven't had a chance to deploy it in live-fire situations. What of it?"
*** DMCS Inquisitor, in transit to Dragon'taan ***
Xalek frowned beneath his mask. "Datacrons?" he asked. "There were datacrons in the academy?"
*** DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Zi Orbit ***
"Well, Miss Jaden?" Mathayus asked.
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**Planet under Union control**
Yukon looked over at the soldiers standing behind him he spoke to them, "Prepare for the worst. They may attack." The soldiers nodded and ran off
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz slowly got up and walked over to Kira, nuzzling her, nodding to her question.
(I figured as much, also, is it possible to have a generalized picture of these characters? Kira, Amie, Drake, and the others? It's just kinda hard for me to do more in-depth explanations without some sort of visual of them))
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(I don't really have a picture of Amie, she's an anthro vixen whose fur color changes depending on the seasons right now her fur is white around spring time it will be back to Red.)
--- DMCS Inquisitor, in transit to Dragon'taan ---
"Yes, Datacrons I may be invisible to the 'force' as you call it but I know things when I see them their clearly not holocrons so I dunno what else they'd be." Nari replied
--- DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Zi Orbit ---
"I guess I'll clear a landing zone I think i know of a good spot i'll signal you when I land." Jaden said as she headed for the hangers.
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*Earth*
Fayam reached Outpost Hood. Without further ado he laid contact: "Fayam to Outpost, I'd like to get to general... captain... admiral... whatever he is, Hood."
*Tomahawk*
Farrar continued: "We've had a fake Borg attack on our planet, Tomahawk. Our antimatter tech wasn't able to take their ships out, and since it's likely they return one day we'd like to aid you in testing. If you'd be able to get us the technology, we provide space to do the last test- Given the Tal Shiar tries the Borg thingy again, that is."
*Outer Space*
After some peering Anna concluded the bridge was empty- She decided to dock. Her copilot and she were ready to enter. She replied: "Ok, I'm trying to go aboard." She tried the hatch of the destroyer ship.
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(I don't really have a picture of Amie, she's an anthro vixen whose fur color changes depending on the seasons right now her fur is white around spring time it will be back to Red.)
--- DMCS Inquisitor, in transit to Dragon'taan ---
"Yes, Datacrons I may be invisible to the 'force' as you call it but I know things when I see them their clearly not holocrons so I dunno what else they'd be." Nari replied.
"What kind of secrets do you think would be on them?" Cecilia asked the vixen.
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*** Earth ***
There was a burp of static before Fleet Admiral Hood came on the line. "Caller, identify," he requested
Rear Admiral Scott nodded. "I see. Well, I don't know how the Tal Shiar managed to pry Borg ships and tech from the clutches of the Borg, but if you need a defense against the Borg ships and their... astounding adaptive abilities, I can help out there. Just tell me where I'm headed, I'll get moving."
*** Outer Space ***
The hatch of the Interdictor was not locked, and Anna would have no difficulty entering the ship, devoid of any life, but with no signs whatsoever of any kind of battle. The computers and stations were all left running, as though the crew left - or was taken - suddenly.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kira hugged Raz and held him close. Drake walked in, and smiled, putting his hands on his hips. "Easy, Kira - don't squeeze Raz too hard."
(Unfortunately, Raz, I lack pictures of Kyle Indari and his family, except for Markus Tokarev, who is my avatar. Sorry.)
*** Planet under Union Control ***
"Not very chatty," Iblis commented.
"Comms, is that distress beacon still transmitting?" Frosty asked his Comms officer.
(MGS, is the distress beacon still transmitting, or did the Union shut it down already?)
*** DMCS Indomitable Crusader, Zi Orbit ***
Mathayus and his crew waited for Jaden to head down planetside, so they kept an open comm line, so that they would know if Jaden needed any help.
*** DMCS Inquisitor, in transit to Dragon'taan ***
"As far as the Datacrons are concerned... I don't know. I don't remember the Sith Academy ever having them," Xalek told Cecilia.
"Command believes that the Datacrons hold details and schematics of military technologies used by the Sith Empire during the first and second great wars between the Sith and the Republic, during the Sith Resurgence after Revan's time," Vokun's voice said from behind them. "That's why Nari and her team were sent to Korriban - to get them before Zaarin's boys could."
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"Sounds valuable, and dangerous too. I'm glad that we've got the Datacrons here and not anywhere else. Someone could misuse them."
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan **
Raz gave a whine and yelp when Kira brushed her hand over his wound, and as reflex he recoiled back out of the hug, and then looking at Kira, expecting her to do something in retaliation to his push.
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(I don't think anybody can read that font size Raz.)
--- DMCS Inquisitor, in transit to Dragon'taan ---
"No Clue mousey." Nari replied to Cecilia not knowing her name, she turned to Vokun. "Looks like we just barley beat them." She added "Their all over the ruins I would have authorized giving them some trouble ,but out mission stated otherwise." the Tan vixen finished.
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(Yes they kept it up)
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Easy, Kira," Drake cautioned his little sister. "He's hurt."
"I'm sorry," Kira responded. "I didn't know you were hurt."
*** UNSC Allegiance, In Orbit over Planet under Union Control ***
"Yes, sir," the comms officer replied.
"Can we contact them?" Frosty asked. The officer nodded. "Hailing frequencies," Frosty commanded.
"Channel open, sir."
"Attention, unidentified persons - if the person or persons who sent out a distress call for help can hear me on this channel, acknowledge this transmission," Frosty requested.
"Andrew," Zuko whispered to him, "It may be possible that whoever sent that signal may have been taken out by the Union - if you recall, they told us to leave orbit and not involve ourselves. That generally implies they're hiding something."
Seemingly unbeknownst to the task force staring the Union planet down, another strange energy signature was approaching the planet; It had the mass of a sizeable fleet, and the right signature to be the equivalent to ships traveling at FTL speed, but the signature did not match the FTL drive signatures of any race present in the galaxy.
This was someone else.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
Ann walked into Sol's and looked around while she waited to be seated. "Where to begin..." she muttered. She shifted her pack around, keeping it on her shoulder.
*** DMCS Inquisitor, Arriving over Dragon'taan ***
"Dangerous, indeed," Vokun responded. "The military technologies of that age could easily be adapted to our forces as well as Zaarin's, hence why we went after them."
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**Planet under Union control**
Soldiers raced across trench lines, they manned anti-space craft weaponry and took aim at the sky. They all knew if the two sides fought, it would end in bloodshed. They all knew they would die but they didn't care.
Lieutenant Yukov responded, "We know who you are. We know you're stronger than us. But we won't hesitate to fight. Leave now..." Yukov stepped away from the Comms and whipped sweat from his forehead.
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--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
"I think she just scared him ,Drake." Amie noted being next to Drake.
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
At the moment Sol's wasn't too busy aside from kabby her child and husband there were few other people the only larger group seemed to be three oddly colored vixen's one a tan colored vixen with odd green colored ears, tail and hair, a teal colored vixen with darker teal hair and a yellow vixen with yellow fur and a spiked white furred collar or mane... the three were just talking as they waited for their food.
Meanwhile on the small stage behind the curtain a few performers were getting setup.
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Raz slowly put his head around to his back, licking the area that got hurt, wincing at the first touch and looking back to the others... seeing them crowded around him made him feel like he was in trouble, "Sorry...", Raz said with a quiet and sorry tone.
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*** Earth ***
There was a burp of static before Fleet Admiral Hood came on the line. "Caller, identify," he requested
Rear Admiral Scott nodded. "I see. Well, I don't know how the Tal Shiar managed to pry Borg ships and tech from the clutches of the Borg, but if you need a defense against the Borg ships and their... astounding adaptive abilities, I can help out there. Just tell me where I'm headed, I'll get moving."
*** Outer Space ***
The hatch of the Interdictor was not locked, and Anna would have no difficulty entering the ship, devoid of any life, but with no signs whatsoever of any kind of battle. The computers and stations were all left running, as though the crew left - or was taken - suddenly.
*Earth*
Fayam said simply: "Admiral Hood, I'm Fayam Aerial, here for that huge bounty Kynes offered me. He told me you could fill me in on the details. So if you will...?"
*Outer Space*
Anna and her copilot both catiously moved through the empty hallways. Anna shivered, she never liked deserted places. They were creepy. Her copilot nodded to a terminal and started trying to get access. Anna kept a lookout, her weapon ready.
*Tomahawk*
Farrar continued: "According to some girl named Anna, the Borg don't even exist anymore. All that's left of them would be their technology. But anyway, you'd need to reach Tomahawk, our home planet. It's in the faraway galaxy of Anthraxx. If I'm not mistaken you should be headed... Ah yes. If you leave with the Sun currently on port and fly in a straight line you'll end up going towards Anthraxx. As soon as you have it in visir, you should go to the arm that shines a weak yellow. Roughly halfway that arm lies our solar system Solaris. It's relatively lone. If you found it, head to the sixth planet from Sol, including dwarfs. That's Tomahawk. If you're stuck or lost, just give us a call and we'll guide you."
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*** Earth ***
"Ah, the prodigal bounty hunter who nailed the Prophets," Hood responded. "Word arrived you were coming shortly before you did. However, I can't discuss the contract here - not over an open line. Come down to the Command Center - we can speak there."
"Very well," Rear Admiral Scott responded. "I'll get rolling - we should be on course in the next two hours. Have your orbital space cleared, please. We will transmit IFF tags once we're in-system."
*** Outer Space, Site of Derelict Interdictor-class Star Destroyer ***
The computer system of the Interdictor was instantly accessible, seeing as the previous operator had never logged out of the system. But the computer core contained only a single message:
Run while you can.
Just as Anna would see this, sensors would begin picking up multiple unidentified anomalies closing.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"It's quite alright, pal - would you like Aunt Maria to take a look at that?" Drake offered.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille ***
Ann was seated in a table adjacent to the vixens, setting her pack down and keeping her flame-tipped tail to herself. She seemed not to mind the Vixens - in fact, she didn't even seem to notice them as she waited for a waiter.
(Shoon, would you like me to play out your arrival over Dragon'taan, or would you like to?)
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz didn't really know many of the people in this family, and if he had met her already, he might've already forgotten her, but any chance to get his wounds fixed, is one that he didn't want to pass up... so he eagerly nodded, slowly walking across the bed to Drake.
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*Outpost Hood*
Fayam instantly docked and headed for the comm centre.
*Outer Space*
The copilot instantly took out his gun and Anna took her weapon- a blade handle. They were on sharp.
*Tomahawk*
Farrar answered: "Our orbital space is always cleared. We don't have anything in an orbit around Tomahawk except a single moon and some rings."
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--- Krystal's mansion, New Cerinia. ---
Krystal had just finished making cupcakes for her adopted daughter and husband, wondering when the 'kids' would get back. "Markus, you awake?" She asked.
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
The yellow vixen, Amperia an anthro Jolteon, got up from her seat and walked over to Ann's table looking at the orange skinned creature "New in town?"
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(Go ahead, I was about to ask you when enough time passes).
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>>>downloading bios<<<
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100% completion...
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NAME: Unknown, goes by monicker C3rb3rys.
GENDER: Female
SPECIES: Fox
KNOWN CHARACTERISTICS: heavily augmented (arms, legs, eyes), fur color modification (can change fur color at will), bioenhancements (telepath, minor).
HOMEWORLD: Courecant
PROFESSION: Hacker, saboteur, known criminal.
LOCATION: Unknown;
ORIGIN: Redacted;
STATUS: Armed, possibly dangerous, fleeing multiple warrants for arrest across several sectors;
AFFILIATIONS: Several minor hacking groups, political dissidents, anarchist groups.
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>>>end bios<<<
(Will post into the game on lunch :3 just finishing break now)
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(Um... Rho'Syn, did you mean Coruscant?)
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
A slipspace portal opened up, and from it, two ships emerged. One was a Sangheili Assault Carrier - the other would be the Mother of Innovation. Both would emerge safely.
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Krystal's voice woke Markus from his nap "I'm up!" he responded, getting up and digging around for the wrapping paper. "You hear from Saraabi yet? Did she finish her business on Cardassia Prime okay?"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
Ann looked up. "Yeah, in case the backpack doesn't give that away. Came here from Earth," she responded. "Heard so much about the home world of the dragon-shifters, wanted to see the place myself. Saved up a fortune, came here, now just... taking in the sight. Which reminds me, what's the night life like?"
A baby could be heard wailing, and Ann would look over in time to see a young lioness reach down and pick up an infant child. There was a human with crimson dragon eyes sitting with her, who smiled at the sight of the child, and the implication was clear. That was the child's father, which, Ann thought, made the lioness the mother.
*** Earth ***
Fleet Admiral Hood stood alone in a briefing room with a folder in hand. His aides outside would direct Fayam to this room. Hood had high hopes that this bounty hunter's reputation was well-earned, and that he could play this subtle. The UNSC could not afford any more slip-ups with the target.
*** Outer Space ***
The Interdictor Star Destroyer would rock as it was hit by a Photon Torpedo, then another, followed by another. "K'torr to boarding party - get out of there! We have multiple cloaked vessels bearing down on you! They're firing through the cloak, we can't get a lock! Get out of there, and I'll destroy the ship! That should allow us to escape!"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake offered an arm to Raz, so that he could climb onto his shoulder or back, before he marched off to find his aunt Maria - the family dragon medic.
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--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"WHAT? Saraabi took Celina to Cardassia Prime?" Krystal yelled in surprise.
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
The door swung open but it appeared that no one came in, suddenly a white furred 'Feral' Vixen jumped up onto Kabby's table and looked at the little baby Tyber, getting close to him 'hmm. I think he's got your eyes, Kabby , but definitely his father's everything else almost.' said the vixen telepathically to Kaiber.
"I see well do you want to join us over here?" 'Amps' or Amperia asked "We're not new here ,but you look like you'd fit in with us." The Jolteon added.
The curtains at the stage opened up with a blue Male fox, a Large Arctic Tiger, and a few She-wolves black, grey and White all with instruments like guitars and such and started to play Crazy on you (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZuW6BH_Vak) The Grey she-wolf doing the Guitar solo.
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*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"No! Celina's here on New Cerinia! She stared school today, remember?" Markus called down. "Saraabi had a meeting with the Cardassian Consulate!"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"How so?" Ann asked. "And how long have you been here?"
Kabier giggled. "I noticed," she told Amber. She gently rocked the infant as he fed.
"Thel has expressed his interest to see him," Viktor chuckled. "And I promised him I would let him see my children if I ever had any."
Kabier rolled her eyes. "The man might as well be Tyber's uncle," she commented.
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--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"School?" Krystal asked "Like the blasted people who created her didn't teach her what she needed?" The blue Vixen shrugged.
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
"Join us at our table I mean." Amps replied "And... Long enough."
'Didn't know you and Thel had any relations.' Ambre thought to Viktor, turning back to Kabby 'So did Krystal or Fay ever tell you about letting others feed him?'
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake offered an arm to Raz, so that he could climb onto his shoulder or back, before he marched off to find his aunt Maria - the family dragon medic.
Raz climbed up onto Drake's arm and onto his shoulders, resting on them.
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*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"Hey, don't look at me! It was Voro's idea! He thought it'd be good for Celina to get some social interaction with kids her own age!" Markus called down.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"Thel and I have considered each other family since... well, it's a long story. Point being, he's like a brother to me," Viktor said.
"If she did, I don't remember it at present - what are you referring to?" Kabier asked.
Ann shrugged, hefted her pack, and gestured. "Take point," she said.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake looked around, and found Maria in the manor medbay. He knocked on the doorframe. "Aunt Maria?" he asked. "Got a minute for a hurt dragonling?"
The female white tiger turned around and saw Drake, smiling. Her smile broadened when she saw Raz. "I always have time for Dragons," she responded. Drake put his hand on the table and angled his arm and shoulder, an indication for Raz to climb down.
(Raz, you never did answer me before - what kind of wound does Raz have on him? I'm asking so Maria will know what to do. Just PM me.)
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--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"I don't suppose you know how old Ambre, Azhura are?" Krystal asked.
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
"Point?" Are you a merc or something?" Amps asked leading the way over to the table she and her friends were sitting at, which was oddly almost next to teh one Ann had been sitting at, pulling out a chair for the Charizard girl.
When Ann was seat she introduced the others "My name is Amps, this is Lea." She pointed to the Leafeon. "And Roxi" Amps finished pointing to her Glaceon friend.
--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
"he'll be alright won't he, Aunt Maria?" Amie asked, having followed her husband, Drake around.
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(Pm'd)
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz saw the invitation and he slowly walked down, being wary of Aunt Maria as she was a new face to him, and eventually making it down onto the table and then looking back up at Drake.
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*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"No, I don't," Markus responded as he came down.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Have no fear, Razuel, Maria told Raz in his tongue, speaking it as though she, herself, were dragon. I care for the dragons and dragon forms of the Indari Family, I can help set you right. Now, where are you in pain?
(Yes, Raz, I got your PM.)
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"No, I'm not a Merc, but I spent a lot of time around military and mercenary personnel," Ann said. "I'm Ann, by the way. Forgive me for not telling you my last name; I don't have one."
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--- Krystal's Mansion , New Cerinia ---
"Their a lot younger than they look their bodies were specifically created to look teenaged which is the funny thing their both only about 10 yet they act and look like 18 year old mature adults." Krystal explained "There is a similar case with Celina." Krystal explained.
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
"Plenty of military types around here, you'll probably feel right at home. And don't worry a few of us made up our own last names, but I actually wanted to ask you something." Amps replied.
Amber walked over to a seat and transformed to her normal Anthro form "Well there was something Krystal said to me about how other females could feed the babies of others and the general benefit of it was that since different girls have different immunizes they've built up over the years, the more girls that feed a baby the more potential communities the baby can build up, I'd check with Fay or Krystal on that though it's been awhile since i was told that." Amber explained
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz was surprised that Maria actually spoke his tongue, but when she asked where he hurt, he looked up at her and looked to his previous dislocated wing, "Wing... hurt... grinding..."
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[size=0px]*** Earth ***[/size][/size][size=0px]Fleet Admiral Hood stood alone in a briefing room with a folder in hand. His aides outside would direct Fayam to this room. Hood had high hopes that this bounty hunter's reputation was well-earned, and that he could play this subtle. The UNSC could not afford any more slip-ups with the target.*** Outer Space ***The Interdictor Star Destroyer would rock as it was hit by a Photon Torpedo, then another, followed by another. "K'torr to boarding party - get out of there! We have multiple cloaked vessels bearing down on you! They're firing through the cloak, we can't get a lock! Get out of there, and I'll destroy the ship! That should allow us to escape!"
*Outpost Hood*
Fayam followed the aides, and merely cocked an eyebrow seeing Admiral Hood alone. He said: "So, Hood... We finally meet. I'm that prodigious bounty hunter everyone's been talkin' 'bout lately. So... How can I help you help me getting rich?"
*Outer Space*
Anna and her copilot would hear K'torr and rush out of the ship. They hoped it was merely an invsion from inside. However, since this was not the case, they scurried back to Faith and jump aboard. The gunslinger and mechanic already took heed and activated full defence.
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu left the room, leaving Farrar and Omega looking up surprised. Omega muttered: "Oh boy. He's got a plan. I have no idea what, but he's got a plan."[/size]
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--- Bespin, Cloud city, Shaan's Cantina ---
The Catina was faily busy tonight many of the monitors showed either the podraces on Tatoonie or other sports around the Galaxy, at one of the bar stools sat a wolf like (https://static1.e621.net/data/f1/6a/f16a0356780827b58b919175601f472e.png) figure , sipping at her drink as she was apparently waiting on someone.
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(Mary, you do realize Hood is on Earth, right? Outpost Hood is the UAC outpost in UNSC territory, named after Admiral Hood, who served during and survived the Human-Covenant War. Admiral Hood is on Earth.)
*** Earth ***
Hood chuckled. "Whatever your reasons, I'm glad to have you on this." He slapped the folder on the table and slid it to Fayam. "Your target only identifies himself as Cerberus. He's been gathering the remnants of the Insurrectionists, along with anyone willing to take up arms against the UNSC, though for what purpose is largely unknown. Unfortunately, no one inside the UNSC has ever seen this guy, and I can't even count how many times we'd thought we'd taken him out, only to have him pop back up again. This mission is offering a rich reward if you kill him, but there's a 1.5 million bonus if you ascertain who's supporting him, where they're located, and what their purpose is. This will require some investigative work, and a degree of intrepidity in a possible clandestine infiltration - no one will think less of you if you feel you cannot accomplish this. However, we feel you are the best candidate for this because you have no prior ties to the UNSC - the Insurrectionists supporting Cerberus will be much less likely to suspect you. Are you up for this?"
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
A UNSC Battle fleet arrived over Tomahawk, all of them transmitting IFF tags. The fleet was lead by the UNSC Raptor, and there were several construction tugs in the fleet. "This is Rear Admiral Scott of the UNSC Raptor - I have the Anti-Borg turrets. Where do you want them?"
*** Outer Space ***
As soon as the Faith was clear, the Iron Regent and her escorts fired on the Interdictor, targeting first the Gravity Well Projectors. The projectors took a fusillade of direct hits, and shut down. "K'torr to Anna, get clear! We'll keep them occupied!"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Poor baby," Maria commented as she scanned Raz. She grabbed a number of tools, then told Raz in his tongue, "Now hold still - these tools might cause a little discomfort, but they'll restore you to your original self, dear." She then began to operate the tools on Raz's wounds, closing them, healing them, correcting them, whatever was required.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"So... what's the lot of you doing on Dragon'taan?" Ann asked. "And what's the night life like here?"
"Yeah, not exactly liking the idea of other women feeding my son..." Kabier commented as Tyber fed. "Just... doesn't feel right."
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"You should have explained that to Voro. It was his idea to put Celina though school," Markus said. He came up behind Krystal and wrapped his arms around her. "What's wrong with Celina making friends?" he whispered in her ear. "It's more than you and I got to have. Let her socialize. Let her meet new people. Let her live a normal life while she still can." He tenderly kissed Krystal's neck.
*** Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ***
Next to the wolf like figure was another, but masculine. "Honey, who are you meeting here?" Ketorr whispered, making sure the metallic cross item was still clipped to his belt.
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--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
"We moved here about a month or two ago." Lea the anthro Lefeaon explained.
"Usually it's very peaceful here unless your in some of the outer city limits where there is sometimes a little bit of crime." Storm the anthro Glaceon.
"In case of emergency." Amber noted."Anyway I need to get going ,Enjoy your day, all three of you." Amber said as she changed back to her feral form and snuck out of the restraunt.
--- Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ---
"The Baron adminstrator, Lando Calrissian." Kia replied to Ketorr.
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille ***
"Yeah, crime's everywhere - some places more than others," Ann sighed. Her face betrayed a look of melancholy as she remembered someone. She sighed, closing her eyes momentarily.
*** Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ***
"Right," Ketorr sighed. "Good thing we left Aylina with Lian - don't like the looks we're getting from the crew at my nine o'clock."
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"Come on, baby... how often have we had a moment to ourselves?" Markus said softly to Krystal.
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--- Sol's Bar & Grille ---
"Well at least here they really try to crack down on it." Amps noted.
--- Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ---
"I dunno Ketorr I think they'd help scare them off." Kia noted, hand reaching to her blaster on her belt.
--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"Someplace a little more private?" Krystal asked kissing the reverse patterned tiger back. "And Who says i don't have friends?"
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---Mother of Innovation, Dragon'taan---
"It seems we have arrived at our destination" Shoon walked to one of the workers sitting near the table "Try and reach a communicion tower to ask where shall we land and where we shall go from there" Shoon told the young looking dragon which quickly got to work.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Poor baby," Maria commented as she scanned Raz. She grabbed a number of tools, then told Raz in his tongue, "Now hold still - these tools might cause a little discomfort, but they'll restore you to your original self, dear." She then began to operate the tools on Raz's wounds, closing them, healing them, correcting them, whatever was required.
Raz winced as one of the tools was inserted to stitch a wound, and when one tool was used to touch a bone, he let out a scream/roar, but when all was finished, Raz laid on the table, tired and in a sobbing mess from the pain that had been caused.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Easy, sweetie - it's okay. All done," Maria shushed Raz. "The pain will pass momentarily. I gave you a shot of painkillers to take the edge off; it should be taking effect momentarily." Maria looked to Drake and Amie. "Keep him off his feet till he recovers fully, Should be not much more than a day, maybe two."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"So I hear," Ann commented. She looked out a window, and saw Indari Manor. "What's with the mansion on the hill there?" she asked.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
An open hail went out to the Mother of Innovation: "Attention, unidentified vessel - you are entering Dragon'taan space. Please identify, over."
*** Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ***
"Doubtful - you know their type. We could have the Sangheili as bodyguards, they'd still want to tangle with us," Ketorr chuckled. "Though I imagine Lian would relish an opportunity to beat down another pirate with her bare hands."
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"I didn't say you had no friends," Markus chuckled softly. He gently squeezed Krystal.
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---Mother of Innovation---
There was a short pause before Shoon asnwerd in a very serious and cold tone "This is Mother of Innovation, we are old species new to this part of the galaxy, we have reached this galaxy through a dimensional gate, after travversing the gate we met with a man called lokahiv'iing and he said we shall need to get to this planet to resiger out species and recive orders from the council governing your society on what to do next. We are a peacful species with a culture based on sciene, we mean no harm".
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--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"No, but you implied it." Krystal noted, pulling Markus into a deep kiss.
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
"Indari manor? Dunno." Amps replied
"it's the home of High-General Indari, from what i know he helped find and form this planet to what it is today." Lea noted.
---Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
"You sure he'll be alright, Aunt Maria?" Amie asked
--- Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ---
"Still I feel your underestimating Lian." Kia noted
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Caller, please stand by - patching you through to General Bellator," the Dragon'taan AI said. There was a burp of static before a human voice came on the line.
"Mother of Innovation, this is General Drago Bellator, Dragon'taan Marauder Corps. I understand you wish to register your race? For that, you'll want to shuttle over to the orbital station, you and your aides, and head for the administration area - I will meet you there. Radio if you have trouble. General Bellator out."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Reasonably certain," Maria replied. "If anything happens, however, come get me."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"High General Indari?" Ann responded. "As in, Kyle Indari, the Cerinian Dragon-Shifter who lead the Marauder Corps and their allies to victory during the Marauder War? He lives there?"
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Markus went into the kiss with a smile. He had to admit, when he first met Krystal... he never expected he'd call her his wife. But after he bumped into her at Drozana... she'd brought him nothing but happiness.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Caller, please stand by - patching you through to General Bellator," the Dragon'taan AI said. There was a burp of static before a human voice came on the line.
"Mother of Innovation, this is General Drago Bellator, Dragon'taan Marauder Corps. I understand you wish to register your race? For that, you'll want to shuttle over to the orbital station, you and your aides, and head for the administration area - I will meet you there. Radio if you have trouble. General Bellator out."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Reasonably certain," Maria replied. "If anything happens, however, come get me."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"High General Indari?" Ann responded. "As in, Kyle Indari, the Cerinian Dragon-Shifter who lead the Marauder Corps and their allies to victory during the Marauder War? He lives there?"
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Markus went into the kiss with a smile. He had to admit, when he first met Krystal... he never expected he'd call her his wife. But after he bumped into her at Drozana... she'd brought him nothing but happiness.
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
'him and his whole family.' said someone not in view of Ann, but she could hear the voice in her head, nearby was a Feral arctic Fox looking up at the Charizard .
--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
'mmmmm when do you think the girls will get home?" Krystal asked, embracing the moment.
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Indari Manor, Dragon'taan * * *
Raz quickly felt the painkillers kick in, and he began to roll on the table, babbling like a newborn, and then he made a motion to try and stand.
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---Mother of Innovation---
"Very well then, thank you General Bellator, we shall proceed" Shoon turned to the crew "You heard him! prepare the diplomats!".
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[size=78%]*Earth*[/size]
Fayam's eyes instantly popped up as he found out about the bonus and a wide grin started spreading over his face, though it didn't last long as he heard what he'd have to go through. Everybody knew he was a bounty hunter-- His appearance in the ranks of the Insurrectionists would surely lead to suspicion if he didn't take care. He started thinking as he took up the info on the folder.
*Outer Space*
Anna wouldn't let that say to her twice. Instantly she fired up the engines and took position near the Iron Regent. Then she said to K'torr: "Well, that was close. Fortunatley, I can say we found something... Which would be a lone message stating: 'Run while you can.'"
*Tomahawk*
Farrar answered: "I'll send you the locations of our current defences. Those would be nuclear antimatter towers. If you could install the turrets near them it'd be great. How many do you have on hand?"
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*** Earth ***
"We've managed to leak intel to the Innies that you have your disagreements with UNSC methods, which should secure you among them should you go with infiltration. Whether or not it's true is irrelevant; the Innies will believe it. It will be coming from one of their 'sources' inside the UNSC. However, this contract only specifies you kill Cerberus and report back to us with proof - a video document, something of Cerberus' personal effects, just something we can verify his demise with. The Bonus objective is what the clandestine infiltration is for. We'd very much like to know who all supports Cerberus' faction, but as long as Cerberus is gone, that will be enough for us. Any questions?"
*** Outer Space ***
"Brief me later - let's get out of dodge! Make your jump; we'll be right behind you!" K'torr responded to Anna.
*** Tomahawk ***
"Seeing as your system would be an excellent test run, we brought along our experimental combat fleet and all twenty-four Anti-Borg SHMAC turrets," Rear Admiral Scott responded. "The reasoning would have to be discussed... face-to-face. Prior to jumping, I got a bit of disturbing intel, and I cannot share over this line. May I have an audience?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
General Bellator waited on board the Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock for Commander Shoon and his aides with the patience of a Jedi.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"No, no, no, dear," Maria cautioned Razuel. "You need to stay off your feet for a while. Drake will bring you what you need." Drake reached over to pick up Razuel gently.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
Ann looked down with a frown. "Did... did that fox use telepathy?" she asked, reaching for a side pocket of her pack.
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Markus glanced at the clock. "It's only midday," Markus told Krystal. "Assuming Saraabi isn't on her way already, it'll take her till dinner time to get home, and Celina won't get out of school till a quarter after four." He kissed Krystal again. "We've plenty of time, darling."
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Raz looked up to Maria and gave a small coo, then he looked at Drake and gently wrapped his arms around one of Drake's, still being affected by the painkillers.
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*** Earth ***
"We've managed to leak intel to the Innies that you have your disagreements with UNSC methods, which should secure you among them should you go with infiltration. Whether or not it's true is irrelevant; the Innies will believe it. It will be coming from one of their 'sources' inside the UNSC. However, this contract only specifies you kill Cerberus and report back to us with proof - a video document, something of Cerberus' personal effects, just something we can verify his demise with. The Bonus objective is what the clandestine infiltration is for. We'd very much like to know who all supports Cerberus' faction, but as long as Cerberus is gone, that will be enough for us. Any questions?"
*** Outer Space ***
"Brief me later - let's get out of dodge! Make your jump; we'll be right behind you!" K'torr responded to Anna.
*** Tomahawk ***
"Seeing as your system would be an excellent test run, we brought along our experimental combat fleet and all twenty-four Anti-Borg SHMAC turrets," Rear Admiral Scott responded. "The reasoning would have to be discussed... face-to-face. Prior to jumping, I got a bit of disturbing intel, and I cannot share over this line. May I have an audience?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
General Bellator waited on board the Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock for Commander Shoon and his aides with the patience of a Jedi.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"No, no, no, dear," Maria cautioned Razuel. "You need to stay off your feet for a while. Drake will bring you what you need." Drake reached over to pick up Razuel gently.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
Ann looked down with a frown. "Did... did that fox use telepathy?" she asked, reaching for a side pocket of her pack.
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Markus glanced at the clock. "It's only midday," Markus told Krystal. "Assuming Saraabi isn't on her way already, it'll take her till dinner time to get home, and Celina won't get out of school till a quarter after four." He kissed Krystal again. "We've plenty of time, darling."
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
'What do you have a problem with telepaths?' The white Fox asked.
--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"I dunno i thinK Celina will be home sooner than you think." Krystal muttered
--- Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ---
"Looks like we've got trouble coming." Kia growled as a few bar patrons started to draw near.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake picked up Raz, looked to Amie, motioned his head for her to follow him, and headed out into the main hall, where Anna could be seen heading for Kira's room.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"No, I just was unaware of any feral foxes on Dragon'taan that had telepathy - the information directory made no mention of it," Ann said. She paused, then added, "Unless the feral fox form is a disguise."
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Markus held his wife close. "Just enjoy the moment, sweetheart," he whispered to her. "When Celina and Saraabi get home, we'll wish Celina a happy birthday."
*** Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ***
Ketorr didn't verbally respond, but his hand went for a holstered disruptor under his left arm.
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---Mother of Innovation---
Shoon switched to his formal outfit which consisted of dark pants, high boots black boots boots of a slightly different shade of black, light gray fingerless gloves and a dark blue longcoat closed by a visible silver line starting bottom left and rising diagonally to the right shoulder. He stood by the airlock with an earpiece barely visible inside his right ear. he was standing with 4 diplomats, all were wearing similar clothing but in gray and without the diagonal line. They were standing by the airlock on the front left side of the ship while it was approaching the spacedock.
(I will post the landing tomorrow).
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--- Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ---
A Chiss armed with a blaster in a holster on his hip an Aqualish, an armed Gran and Trandoshian approached Kia clearly thinking she was alone. The Trandoshian in particular reaching for the Worgen's shoulder, when he did, the lizard man quickly found himself thrown into the air as Kia grabbed his arm and threw him over her shoulder, The lizard man slammed into the wall behind the counter a few bottles crashing down on him from the shelf above. A gun could be heard clicking as Kia held the Trandoshian's ACP (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Accelerated_Charged_Particle_Array_Gun) Aimed at the other three "Any others want to cause a problem here?" She asked aiming at the Gran. "Try me I dare you."
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
Cocking her head to the side to think a moment , Amber replied shortly after 'A disguise... Sort of. This is the only way i can speak in this form unless you understand Fox language."'
--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
Amie nodded in understanding and followed Drake
--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"I sense a disturbance..." Krystal muttered.
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Indari Manor, Dragon'taan * * * * * *
Raz laid in Drake's arms, trilling as he wiggled in Drake's arms, trying to be playful by reaching over to anything dangling and hitting it gently.
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(Just one importent thing, what does the space dock look like?"
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*Earth*
Fayam raised his eyebrows. "Wow. You've thought that one out in advance, I can tell. And I'll do anything for cash, so finding out the entire structure is just an extra challenge. Do I get even more if I'd capture that guy and bring him here alive?"
*Outer Space*
Anna said: "Uh, ok! Engaging warp drive again in 3... 2... 1..." She aimed Faith between the assaulting ships and the ship shot away like a superspeeded bullet.
*Tomahawk*
Farrar said: "Sure! Just land near our capital Degon'siiq. I'll be awaiting you together with the elder Omega...?" Here she cast a questioning look at him, and he nodded. Farrar continued: "Ok, Omega will be there too. My husband Hor'kuu deals with his own matters and thus cannot be present. I hope you understand." Hor'kuu approached some technician Leviathans: "I need another blaster like the one in the Steel Leviathan, but stronger. Look into the design of the anti-Borg turrets and copy that tech. This blaster must be able to shoot anything." They replied: "So you want to..." "Yes. I want it."
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( Shoon, the space dock looks a lot like this, but larger and with numerous modifications to accommodate visiting starships and freighters [docking struts and repair bays]: http://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/26/25557/space_station.png (http://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/26/25557/space_station.png) )
*** Earth ***
"Not a chance. The last time someone brought him back alive, he managed to escape custody; we're not taking chances, this time. Record the kill if you can, but bring back something as proof he's dead. Anything else?" Hood asked.
*** Outer Space ***
The Iron Regent and her escorts tore after Anna, leaving the cloaked assailants behind. "K'torr to Anna - are you alright? Did you sustain injury?"
"It was a trap!" Jaesa exclaimed. "A gorrahm trap! How did they know we were coming?"
*** Tomahawk ***
A command shuttle went down to the surface, to the designated LZ, where Rear Admiral stepped off, escorted by a pair of ODST soldiers. He looked around, trying to spot the one he was speaking to earlier.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake chuckled at Raz before entering his room and setting him down on his bed. "If you need anything, just say so, okay?" Drake requested as he fired up a gaming console.
*** Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ***
The thugs that didn't get a walloping shrank back away from Kia while Ketorr chuckled. The door to the cantina chimed, and the voice of Lando Calrissian asked, "Is there a mister and misses Resnov around here?"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"Can't say that I do - but Telepathy in a fox isn't a common thing where I'm from," Ann said.
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Markus stopped, and he felt it. A disturbance in the Force. "I sense it, too," he whispered to Krystal.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz tried to hold onto Drakes hand, cupping his maw around a finger and lightly nibbling on it, despite being very tired.
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-- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
Droppign down to one of the chairs Amber changed her form to her normal anthro self "Don't get out much do you?" She asked
--- Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ---
"Could you go greet Lando for me hun while I deal with this scum?" Kia asked still holding the gun at the other thugs.
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*** Outer Space ***
The Iron Regent and her escorts tore after Anna, leaving the cloaked assailants behind. "K'torr to Anna - are you alright? Did you sustain injury?"
"It was a trap!" Jaesa exclaimed. "A gorrahm trap! How did they know we were coming?"
*** Tomahawk ***
A command shuttle went down to the surface, to the designated LZ, where Rear Admiral stepped off, escorted by a pair of ODST soldiers. He looked around, trying to spot the one he was speaking to earlier.
*Earth*
Fayam rubbed his chin. Shrugging: "Oh... I see. Well, just tell me where to go and I'll be off!"
*Outer Space*
Anna called the mechanic: "Ship status?" "Undamaged," came the response. Anna gave a sigh of relief and said to K'torr: "No damage, fortunately. But why it happened? Not a clue."
*Tomahawk*
Farrar and Omega moved to the landing ground and came there after Rear Admiral Scott and co. went out. The two could easily be recognised: Farrar was still wearing her silver queen crown and Omega was the only Infinity Leviathan around. Farrar spoke to them: "It's good to speak you in person, Rear Admiral Scott." She bowed gently. "I'm queen Farrar Fire, and next to me is..." "Omega Infinity, elder," Omega finished, with a similar bow.
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*** Earth ***
"Well, that presents a bit of a problem - we only have indirect evidence of Cerberus' movements. He's proven extremely alert to our surveillance," Hood said. "Last report a week ago puts him on New Berlin. Just watch yourself - that's not a friendly place to be at night on account of the reported insurrectionist activity there. For your investigation, start with Judy Wilde - we helped her in a nasty situation, and she has ears open for this sort of thing. She owes us a few favors." Hood handed Fayam a picture of a young rabbit woman and a red fox male standing next to her.
*** Tomahawk ***
Rear Admiral Scott bowed in return, then asked, "Do you have a place... secure from eavesdroppers?"
*** Outer Space ***
K'torr paused, hearing one of his crewmen whisper something in his ear, then spoke to Anna: "Captain Anna, have you ever had prior run-ins with the Klingon Houses of Torg or Duras?"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille ***
"No, this is my first time off-world - I grew up on a world where my kind were the only ones inhabiting that world," Ann replied.
*** Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ***
"Whoa, whoa, whoa - easy, pal," Lando cautioned Kia. "We don't need any incidents." He looked to the thugs, who left promptly. "I assume you two are Ketorr and Kia Reznov?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake chuckled at Raz with a smile. "That's cute."
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Raz withdrew his maw off of Drake's finger and started to nuzzle the underside of his hand, trilling at the feeling.
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--- Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ----
"You are Correct, Baron Admininstrator..." Kia replied setting the ACP down. "I apologize for the trouble they seemed to have a Bantha with me or something. (Bantha=beef)
---Sol's Bar & Grille ---
"Welcome to Dragon'taan I hope your Journey here was pleasant." Amber continued
--- Indari Manor ---
Amie yawned, Alright Drake can we go to bed now?" The young Vixen asked.
--- Dragon'taan Orbit ---
An odd Grey colored ship (http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/starcraft/images/a/a4/VoidRay_SC2_Game2.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20140512024813) exited jump just outside orbit of Dragon'taan and tried to open a channel with the planet side control tower.
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*** Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ***
"That's hardly surprising, my lady," Lando chuckled. "I'm Lando - Lando Calrissian. Wecome to Cloud City." He tried to kiss Kia's hand, earning him a growl from Ketorr:
"Watch it, pal - that's my wife!"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille ***
"Pleasant, yes - food wasn't what I'm used to, though," Ann responded. "But still, I'm always up for new things."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake chuckled, powering off the gaming console and crawling up next to Amie, wrapping his arms around her. "Eager much?" he whispered to her.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The control tower responded, and Izzy commanded, "Unidentified vessel, please identify yourself." At the same time, a DMC Wyvern Battlecruiser and two Coalition Predator-class Star Battlecruisers approached the ship, shields up but weapons not powered.
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Raz tried to follow Drake's hand, but as he tried to stand to follow, but had fallen over as he tried to turn around, letting out a squeaking sound as he fell, and then looking up at Drake he made another squeaking sound.
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(Sorry been away doing stuff)
**OKB Zero Capital: Anochia**
Soldiers in new attire stood at attention, their guns at their shoulders and eyes looking forward. Each one of being injected with something. The Doctor looked over at General Stowe (Leader of the Union) and said, "From all the planets we've taken, we have advanced in technology much faster than we expected."
Stowe smiled, "We can hold our own against any member of the Galactic Society now?" The Doctor laughed, "Yes of course! Our ground forces could destroy them now!" He injected the final fluid into the final soldier. He coughed and smiled again, "Nano-machines! They enhance the soldiers awareness and senses on the battlefield. They're now the ultimate killing machines, they don't feel pain and they can all be connected through these Nano-machines!" Stowe inspected the soldiers, "This is good."
The soldiers went left face and marched away
http://img01.militaryblog.jp/usr/katuma/MIDDLEsEASTsMILLENNIUMsPARK.jpg (http://img01.militaryblog.jp/usr/katuma/MIDDLEsEASTsMILLENNIUMsPARK.jpg) (New Uniforms)
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---Dragon'taan orbital dock---
The Airlock opened and Shoon stteped in with his party into the space dock "commanding officer Shoon at your service" Shoon bowed slightly and turned back up.
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--- Dragon'taan orbit ---
"This is Executor Syndrea of the Daelaam, I have come to discuss terms of an Alliance with the Dragon Maruaders based on this planet, We have heard much about you."
--- Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ----
"Excuse me asking, but how is that not surprising?" Kia asked.
--- Sol's Bar & Grille ---
"I see well, Anything you need to know?" Amber asked.
--- Indari Manor ---
"I"m just tired." Amie yawned.
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*** Tomahawk ***
Rear Admiral Scott bowed in return, then asked, "Do you have a place... secure from eavesdroppers?"
*** Outer Space ***
K'torr paused, hearing one of his crewmen whisper something in his ear, then spoke to Anna: "Captain Anna, have you ever had prior run-ins with the Klingon Houses of Torg or Duras?"
*Earth*
Fayam nodded. "Ok, I'm going in. I'll see what I can do." Hereby he dashed off and ran towards Blowfish Mk. II.
*Outer Space*
Anna thought a bit and responded: "Can't say I have. Why? This ship doesn't have anything worth taking anyway."
*Tomahawk*
Farrar answered: "Our palace has that option. Since you landed right in the center of Degon-Siiq it's just up ahead." She made a gesture towards an imposing building.
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*** Earth ***
"Take him down, bounty hunter," Hood said as Fayam left. "And make sure he doesn't come back again."
*** Outer Space ***
"My crew analyzed the weapons fired - they bear Klingon signatures," K'torr explained. "They evidently are responsible for setting up this ambush. I suspect that either the House of Torg or the House of Duras was tasked by the Tal Shiar to take you out - likely as a retaliation to your message."
*** Tomahawk ***
While the orbiting UNSC forces went about setting up the Anti-Borg SHMAC turrets, Rear Admiral Scott headed for the security of the palace, mentally going over how he was going to tell the Tomahawk leaders of what ONI had discovered.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Copy that, Executor - be advised, the DMC Command Staff is busy, so it may be a while before you can get into contact with them. In the meantime, make yourself comfortable," Izzy responded to Syndrea.
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
General Draco arrived on the deck at the same time Shoon stepped aboard. "General on deck!" one of the crewmen shouted, causing all DMC personnel present to snap to attention. Draco stood before Shoon and smiled.
"Welcome to Dragon'taan, commander," he greeted him.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"Depends - is there anything I should look into while on Dragon'taan? Or anything I should avoid speaking of?" Ann asked.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake gently tugged Raz up toward himself and Amie in an effort to let the little dragonling get comfortable and warm.
*** Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ***
"This isn't the first time ruffians have accosted this place - this cantina seems to attract them," Lando replied.
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*Earth*
"Roger!" Fayam answered as he got ready. "Fayam to Earth, Blowfish Mk.II leaving spaceport!"
*Outer Space*
Anna said: "That could very well be the case. But K'torr, regarding my findings aboard the ship..."
*Tomahawk*
Farrar and Omega would lead Rear Admiral Scott into a discussion hall. Farrar said: "Here we are. We can talk safely here. Only the staff can overhear us, but they're reliable, we're positive. So... What did you wish to discuss?"
Hor'kuu in the meantime watched how the technician Leviathans studied the set-up Borg turrets closely, taking notes of every detail.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz did a few leg kicks to help him get further up between the two, and when he did get up to them, he snuggled into Drake's chest and made a trilling sound as he got comfortable, and eventually would fall asleep
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--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
"Well if your looking to live here I can show you where the Immigration offices are." Amber offered
--- Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ---
"Well before anything else happens, shall we begin discussing our deal?" Kia asked
--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
Amie, though silent eventually fell asleep.
--- Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit ---
The Protoss ship approached the docks and attempted to dock with the station, when it did , an airlock attached to the ship, and soon after a tall purple skinned Protoss (http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/starcraft/images/2/2e/Selendis_SC2_Cncpt1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20081026013920) guarded by a couple of Zealots (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/a5/ac/73/a5ac73155182016c8fc06627424118f7.jpg) who followed Syndrea out of the airlock as her guard.
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---Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan---
"I will get straight to the point, where does one register A new species to society?" Shoon said in serious yet friendly manner.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Well, you can technically do that with any of the major powers in the galaxy," Draco responded. "But since you're here, you may as well do that in the administration offices down planetside. They're in the Central District, the Government Enclave. Alternatively, you could take care of it up here on the Command Deck. Your call."
Meanwhile, a DMC Colonel approached the Protoss that recently arrived. "Hello, Commander," she greeted him. "Can I help you?"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"And who says I'm going to live here?" Ann asked. "I've been wanting to see other places - Qo'nos, Coruscant, Cloud City..."
*** Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ***
"Yes, of course," Lando responded. "Follow me, I've got the details at my office."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake fell asleep quickly cradling both the little dragonling and his wife at the same time.
Meanwhile, Mathayus walked through the door of the manor and was greeted with a kiss and a hug from Maria. "Did I miss anything?" he asked quietly.
*** Earth Spaceport, Earth ***
"Copy, Fayam, you are cleared to depart. Fleet Admiral Hood wishes you luck," Traffic Control acknowledged Fayam.
*** Outer Space, approaching destination ***
(Uh, Mary... where was Anna going again? Was it Tomahawk or the other world?)
"What of it?" K'torr asked.
*** Tomahawk ***
"Listen carefully," Rear Admiral Scott told them in a hushed tone. "ONI recently uncovered evidence that the Romulan Star Empire is collaborating with the rogue Klingon houses of Torg and Duras and have assembled a strike fleet that is aimed here. While they have multiple Borg ships, the Anti-Borg turrets will not be enough against what they have assembled - ONI believes they have outfitted the Rogue Klingons with lesser versions of the cloaking device that had been deployed on the Reman Warbird Scimitar during the Shinzon incident; they will be able to attack you while under cloak. Neither the turrets nor my fleet can target them while they are cloaked. However, there is a solution - I understand a Klingon by the name of Brigadier General Kault left you with a way to contact the Klingon Empire and the Romulan Republic; I know for certain that both the Klingons and the Romulans have Tachyon scanners that can be used against the Torg and Duras strike fleet, which they have codenamed the Phantom Fleet. You are not compelled to do so, but I would recommend contacting one or both of them. My turrets are good against Borg ships, and lethal against everything else, but they can't target cloaked ships."
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***Indari Manor ****
Raz let out a soft coo as he was sandwiched between the two, making him smile as it reminded him of his parents and how they'd sleep with him... but this time, the good feeling wasn't followed by a nightmare... it was just... pleasant.... and Raz liked this a lot...
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--- Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit. ---
"We'd like to see the Embassadors to teh DMC as soon as possible." The Protoss commander said.
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
"I believe I said If." Amber pointed out.
--- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ---
With the sun beginning to rise over the eastern horizon of Dragon'taan the Quatermaster, made a call directly to Indari manor and waited for someone to answer.
--- Krystal's mansion, New Cerinia ---
By now Krystal had gone to bed and was sound asleep...
--- Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ---
"lead the way, Governer." Kia said as she stood up form the stool .
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*Earth*
Fayam dashed off towards the mentioned planet at full speed. In the meantime he thought of a good disguise. He didn't want to take too much risks.
*Outer Space*
Anthraxx came close enough to see loose stars as Anna said: "I've found a message. It said: 'Run while you can.' I think that ship was attacked first. And by the way, Solaris comes near. Our solar system, if you will. I'd better turn to get to Sol. Or instantly Gaia." To herself: "If only I knew... Oh. There it is." She adjusted the course.
*Tomahawk*
Farrar tried to bend her head around the situation. "So what you're saying is they got a tech advance. Now in comes the problem... Your turrets can't fire at cloaked ships but our nuclear towers do. Depending on what cloaks they have, of course. However, those aren't effective at all. If we could somehow connect our scanning systems to the turrets' target systems it'd be ideal." Omega joined in: "Yes. We need the best of both. I wonder what Hor'kuu is up to, though. I haven't seen him for a while." Hor'kuu was checking on how the Leviathans started to exactly copy the anti-Borg turrets for his requested blaster.
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*Earth*
Fayam dashed off towards the mentioned planet at full speed. In the meantime he thought of a good disguise. He didn't want to take too much risks.
*Outer Space*
Anthraxx came close enough to see loose stars as Anna said: "I've found a message. It said: 'Run while you can.' I think that ship was attacked first. And by the way, Solaris comes near. Our solar system, if you will. I'd better turn to get to Sol. Or instantly Gaia." To herself: "If only I knew... Oh. There it is." She adjusted the course.
*Tomahawk*
Farrar tried to bend her head around the situation. "So what you're saying is they got a tech advance. Now in comes the problem... Your turrets can't fire at cloaked ships but our nuclear towers do. Depending on what cloaks they have, of course. However, those aren't effective at all. If we could somehow connect our scanning systems to the turrets' target systems it'd be ideal." Omega joined in: "Yes. We need the best of both. I wonder what Hor'kuu is up to, though. I haven't seen him for a while." Hor'kuu was checking on how the Leviathans started to exactly copy the anti-Borg turrets for his requested blaster.
*** Tomahawk ***
"Maybe... probably. If it can be done, you are welcome to try," Scott told them. "Word from ONI is that the cloaking devices can be tracked by the Tachyon emissions. Regrettably, the turrets' sensor systems are not equipped to track such, but if yours are, then by all means. In addition, we have reason to believe that elements of the Breen Confederacy and several sects of the Kazon have thrown in their lot with the Star Empire. We already know the Cardassian Rebels known as the True Way have joined them. However, UNSC FLEETCOM and ONI are both at a loss as to what has compelled them to commit such a task force to attacking here. ONI Section Three and Fleet Admiral Hood both asked me to ask you... is there something you have here that would be of any value to outside forces or foreign powers?"
*** Outer Space ***
K'torr adjusted the path of his ship to follow Anna. "If that is true," he told her, "It begs the question of how they left the ship the way we found it. Describe what you saw of the interior - what did you see before the ambush?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"I have been authorized to represent the DMC while our higher-ups are all currently away on assignment or unavailable," The colonel responded to the Protoss. "Colonel Anne Harkov, at your service, Commander."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"Right," Ann sighed as a waiter approached the table. In the background, Kabier and Viktor could be seen walking out of the restaurant with baby Tyber in his carrier.
"Sorry for the wait," the waiter - a Red Fox - told them, having a heavy southern accent. He scratched the back of his head. "Had a bit of a mess to clean up. Anyway, I'm Gideon, I will be your waiter tonight. What will you all be having to drink and are you ready to order?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
While Drake and Amie slept with Raz between them, Kyle was watching an old movie when the phone rang. Mathayus was upstairs meditating - or sleeping with Maria - and Anna was tucking Kira into bed. Kyle sighed, paused the movie, then answered the phone. "Indari Residence, Kyle Indari speaking."
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
While Krystal slept, Markus worked quietly on Celina's other birthday gift. With the growing intergalactic tensions, Markus had become increasingly worried about Celina's safety. Saraabi could handle herself well enough - she'd been trained by the Tal Shiar. Celina... not so much. With his family asleep, Markus found it an ideal time to work on Celina's gift in his workshop. Not the most powerful weapon in the galaxy, but with the right modifications, Klingon Disruptor Pistols were potent weapons. And being a pistol, Celina's weapon could be easily concealed.
*** Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ***
Lando lead Ketorr and Kia to his waiting transport, where they took it to Lando's office building, where he lead them to his personal office. "Now, help me understand - you're purchasing a lot of Tibanna Gas, but what is it for, if I may ask...?"
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---Dragon'taan orbital space dock---
"I would rather do it from planetside as I would like the see it with my own eyes. But tell me, Is often where new species society's join your knowen world?".
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--- Shaan's Cantina, Cloud City, Bespin ---
"Why you in some kind of trouble, Baron Administrator?" Kia asked.
--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
"Sorry to bug you so Early ,Kyle." Tigress started ,but I just finished work on a prototype reactor you might want to see." The Quartermaster finished.
--- Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit ---
"We've come here on a request from a General Krystal Indari." Syndea explained "She mentioned something about an alliance."
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
"Just the usual for me, Gideon." Amber replied turning back to face Ann, "Then what are you doing here If I may ask?"
--- Krystal's mansion , New Cerinia. ---
"Keep hidden I don' know how , my father will react to seeing you." Said a teenaged she-tiger with an inverted fur pattern to one of the bushes in front of the mansion as she knocked on the door.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Oh," Anne responded. "Well, she was, at last report, at her mansion on New Cerinia." She indicated the nearby moon. "I don't know if she's up at this hour, but you might be able to speak to her husband, Markus."
"It's happened, from time to time," Draco told Shoon. "This way - we can take the Orbital Tether down to the surface. Think of it as a space elevator."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Kyle said, "Prepare a full report - I will view it in the morning. Indari out."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"Uh-huh, what about the rest of you?" Gideon asked.
"Oh, just sight-seeing, taking in the Dragon'taan night life," Ann replied.
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"You still haven't told me who he is, Celina," whispered a young tiger hiding as best he could in the bushes.
Markus heard the knock on the door, rose from his seat after hiding Celina's gift, and went upstairs to answer the door. He frowned seeing who was there. "Celina, sweetie, you do realize the door wasn't locked, right?" he asked, a tad confused.
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*** Indari Manor * * *
Raz had managed to get most of his strength back and he wanted some water, so instead of trying to wake up Drake, he tried to get off the bed. He got up slowly and made it to the edge of the bed and jumped into a pile of laundry, cushioning his fall but make a soft but dense thud.
Raz slowly fumbled out of the pile and made it onto the floor, making it to the bedroom door and slowly nudging it open, stopping once the door made a small creaking sound, causing him to immediately look back at the bed with Drake and Amie, seeing if either of them moved.
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--- Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit ---
"No she's a good friend of the Protoss, she informed us that an alliance might be beneficial." Syndea replied.
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
"Are you sure you don't want anything?" Ambre asked. "I heard their new chicken breast sandwich was scrumptious"
--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"Mom told me it's polite to knock." Celina explaind "But Dad I have something to talk to you about."
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"Very well, we shall follow you too it." Shoon paused and started walking towards Draco "Could you tell me more about this, "Space elevator"? Its intriguing to see how you use it, and the science behind it".
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*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"You're asking the wrong person about that, Commander," Draco chuckled. "For the full details of the workings behind the Orbital Tether, you'd have to talk to General Suleyk. Unfortunately, he was dispatched to Korriban some time ago."
As Draco and Shoon headed for the tether, a DMC Battle Fleet dropped out of FTL Speed, headed up by the Predator-class Star Battleship DMCS Inquisitor. Vokun turned to Nari. "Welcome to Dragon'taan," he told her. "Or welcome back, whichever the case may be."
"Well, if you wish to get in contact with her, you can either take a shuttle to New Cerinia or try and contact her from the Command Deck," Anne suggested to Syndea.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake showed no indication of being awake, still sound asleep next to Amie.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"I'll give that a try - got any... what are they called? Sodas? Have any of those hereabouts?" Ann asked.
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Markus raised an eyebrow at his daughter. "Talk to me about what?" he asked.
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**Indari Manor, Dragon'taan * * *
Raz gave a sigh and stumbled out the door, looking left and right before turning and going towards what he thought was a bathroom, or something with water as he could hear something running.
Raz's steps were light but gave dense thuds as he walked down the hallway to find water.
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((Reminder: Shoon also has the party of ambassadors with him))
---Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit---
"Hm.."Shoon paused for a moment to think "So I will ask a different question, what is it that you do in our universe?".
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--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"Can I bring a friend over for my party?" Celina asked.
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
"That's pretty much what almost everyone here drinks." Amber pointed out.
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[size=78%]*Outer Space*[/size]
Fayam decided to take a simple pair of goggles and turned his flying jacket inside out. "Simple, but it should do," he muttered to himself.
*Outer Space*
As Solaris became clearly visible and so was Gaia, Anna responded: "I'm not sure. Nothing really looked anormal to me except the desolation of it all."
*Tomahawk*
Omega went away to get the technicians working on the turrets. Farrar took a long think and eventually said slowly: "Well... There IS one very old artifact we have here... It's a slate describing the art of Moxinze, a fighting technique used by Leviathans since ages past. It does involve elemental breath, however, so I'm not sure if it's THAT they're after... so... hm." She fell back in thought, then widened her eyes: "Of course... They don't want that slate. Th... they want the... the..." She shivered, saying: "I think they want the Leviathan king crown! It would allow them to control this entire planet and species! They could easily plunder us, and they'd get a nice departure point to bring all the nations in Solaris under their rule! Tomahawk, as you could see, is pretty central. So this planet would be a strategically strong point to start expanding their territory here!"
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*** Wilde Residence, New Berlin ***
Nick hung up the phone. "Judy," he called up. "Our friends in the UNSC called."
Judy was down in short order. "What did they want?" she asked.
"They're sending an agent - someone he wants us to keep an eye out for," Nick told her in a hushed tone. "This man is gonna hunt down Cerberus." Judy was silent, but Nick could spot the spark of elation.
Justice would soon be at hand.
*** Outer Space ***
"Hmmm..." K'torr hummed in thought. "That doesn't sound like the work of Klingons, even the house of Torg and Duras... they're working with someone else. You don't just off the crew of an Interdictor-class Star Destroyer and leave no signs of combat. This... this is too clean. Too perfect."
*** Tomahawk ***
Rear Admiral Scott toyed with his beard in thought. "If that's true... hm... it would explain a great deal. Do you have allies aside from myself?"
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"A friend?" Markus asked, "Who?"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"I'll have a cola, if you have any," Ann requested.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna walked out and spotted Raz, smiling when she saw him. "Feeling a bit thirsty, dear?" she asked him.
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Whatever there is to do," Draco replied. "The Dragon'taan Marauder Corps does what it can to help out everyone else in Galactic Society, but even we would be hard-pressed to cover all that territory. A lot of ground to defend against our myriad enemies. But, fortunately, we have allies that shoulder the load with us - the Sangheili, the New Cerinians, the Imperial Alliance... many allies across the galaxy. They and us are always watchful for trouble."
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--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"Someone i met at school." Celina replied
--- Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ---
"if there's anything else you need ,just ask I'll be around here for awhile." Amber noted.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz looked back an Anna, lowering his head to her and shyly nodding to her question.
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---Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit---
"Huh, very interesting indeed" Shoon noded slightly as he did that "I guess we will learn about each of them in the future".
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*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Markus crossed his arms. "Okay. Who?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Take it slow, Commander," Draco chuckled. "There are a lot of civilizations in this galaxy. That said, you should also exercise caution - there are a fair few hostile factions in this galaxy. As I understand it, we recently dealt the Reborn Covenant a mortal blow, but there is still a threat posed by the Tal Shiar and their allies." The doors parted, and Draco stepped aside to allow Shoon and his diplomatic party to enter the elevator pod to head down planetside.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna smiled, then motioned her head for Raz to come to her. "Come here - I'll get you something to drink."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"Sure thing," Ann said with a shrug. She looked to the others. "What kind of sports games do they air here? Anything exotic?"
*** Baron Administrator's Office, Cloud City, Bespin ***
"Why you in some kind of trouble, Baron Administrator?" Kia asked
"No, I am just curious as to what you need the gas for. Naturally, I have no issues selling the gas to various military, government and civilian powers, but ever since that run-in with the Empire, I've learned to be cautious," Lando responded. "I don't want to get caught in another war or something that could put me on the run again."
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--- Baron Administrator's Office, Cloud City, Bespin ---
Kia pulled a DC-15A rifle out of her pack "This." She explained "Is what we need the gas for."
--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"Umm Gideon you can come out now."
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*** Baron Administrator's Office, Cloud City, Bespin ***
Lando raised an eyebrow. "I see... weapons, then?"
"For the Clone forces of the DMC," Ketorr explained.
"Oh, I get it. No problems, then - where should I send it? Dragon'taan?" Lando asked.
"I suggested to my wife that we take the gas to Dragon'taan ourselves - we have the ships and the convoy," Ketorr said. "She never really gave me a response on the matter."
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Gideon slowly rose from cover. "Uh... Lord-Admiral, sir..." he stammered.
"Just call me Markus, Gideon," Markus chuckled. "I'm not on-duty at present."
"Well, uh... Celina didn't tell me you were her father, sir," Gideon said with a nervous chuckle.
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--- Baron Administrator's Office, Cloud City, Bespin ---
"Well are you sure you have enough ships, Ketorr?" Kia asked
--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"Kinda hard to explain that my father is the leader of the UAC." Celina blushed.
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*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Markus crossed his arms. "Okay. Who?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Take it slow, Commander," Draco chuckled. "There are a lot of civilizations in this galaxy. That said, you should also exercise caution - there are a fair few hostile factions in this galaxy. As I understand it, we recently dealt the Reborn Covenant a mortal blow, but there is still a threat posed by the Tal Shiar and their allies." The doors parted, and Draco stepped aside to allow Shoon and his diplomatic party to enter the elevator pod to head down planetside.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna smiled, then motioned her head for Raz to come to her. "Come here - I'll get you something to drink."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Dragon'taan ***
"Sure thing," Ann said with a shrug. She looked to the others. "What kind of sports games do they air here? Anything exotic?"
*** Baron Administrator's Office, Cloud City, Bespin ***
"Why you in some kind of trouble, Baron Administrator?" Kia asked
"No, I am just curious as to what you need the gas for. Naturally, I have no issues selling the gas to various military, government and civilian powers, but ever since that run-in with the Empire, I've learned to be cautious," Lando responded. "I don't want to get caught in another war or something that could put me on the run again."
***Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ****
Raz turned around from his previous direction and would follow her.
Raz did have a limp, but it wasnt from still having pain from before, it was just because it had become a habit from when he was hurt.
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*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"Yeah... anyway," Gideon said, "May I attend Celina's birthday?"
"I don't see why not," Markus responded. He looked about outside for a moment, then added, "Why don't you two come inside? It's a tad cold out here."
*** Baron Administrator's Office, Cloud City, Bespin ***
"Yes," Ketorr answered. "I brought eight freighters. If we have room after loading the gas, we can make a few other stops on the way home."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You poor dear," Anna said. "Why don't you climb on?" She offered an arm.
Drake still slept soundly - or so it seemed. He was well aware Raz was gone, and his mind was wandering from one place to the next.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz took the arm and made his way to climb up her arm until he was at her shoulders
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--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"It's not that cold." Celina noted.
*** Baron Administrator's Office, Cloud City, Bespin ***
"If your sure then i guess we can use that i was planning on getting a full time contract though." Kia replied
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---Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit---
Shoon and his party stepped in the elevator "We got our own means of protecting our selfs, although in this grand new area of the universe our mobility may be lacking".
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*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Even so, be careful," Draco cautioned as he stepped onto the elevator. He held onto one of the overhead bars as the doors closed. "If you want to know anything else, just ask. I'll tell you what I can, though for full details on the current state of all things military across this galaxy, you'll want to talk with High General Indari. At present, I imagine he's in bed. Can't say the same for his brother, Mathayus - man always was hard to predict. Even for an ex-Sith Lord."
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"It's supposed to snow tonight, kiddo," Markus said. He stepped aside to allow Gideon and Celina inside. Gideon hesitantly stepped into the doorway, then stepped inside.
*** Baron Administrator's Office, Cloud City, Bespin ***
"A full-time contract?" Ketorr asked. "How so?"
"I believe she wishes to utilize the Tibanna Gas mining operation here on Bespin for supplying the DMC Clone Forces," Lando said. "And I won't turn down the business - ever since that other Mining operation opened up. The one on Kril'dor."
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--- Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, Dragon'taan Orbit ---
"Well now I know who I'm talking too after this" Shoon and his party copied what Draco did "But what is a "Sith?"".
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--- Baron Administrator's Office, Cloud City, Bespin ---
"Finally got some competition, huh?" Kia asked with a small laugh.
--- Krystal's mansion, New Cerinia. ---
"Snow? here?" Celina asked as she walked inside.
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*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"Yeah, hard to believe, I know. But that's what the weather station said," Markus responded, shutting the door after the two were inside.
"It's not as bad as some places, sir," Gideon commented. "I hear Earth gets blizzards every now and then."
*** Baron Administrator's Office, Cloud City, Bespin ***
"Yeah. But the guy who runs the operation is the one I don't like - a real sleaze bag, that one. Anyway, you mentioned a long-term contract?" Lando asked.
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Tether, in-transit to surface of Dragon'taan ***
"It's a long story," Draco sighed. "Even I, with all my experience with Sith, couldn't begin to explain them to you. All I can say definitively is that they're heavy users of the Dark Side of the Force. Not someone you wanna face down. Not like the Crusaders here - we use the Light and Dark sides of the Force in balance. It was... difficult, at first, for me to come around to such a way of thinking. But it's much better than the views of the Sith and Jedi."
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---Dragon'taan Orbital Tether, in-transit to surface of Dragon'taan----
Shoon go a confused expression on his face "Lets backtrack, what is the force?".
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((Making a new character))
Name: Felicity
Age: ???
Gender: Both
Race/Species: Digital Dragon
Appearance: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/21822340/ (http://www.furaffinity.net/view/21822340/)
Weapons/equipment: she is able to manipulate any electrical object and drain it's or any electrical power to become stronger. She also can breath burning plasma
Bio: (Check the link for the Backstory... this is just for this RP.) After leaving the game company, she jumped onto an outgoing industrial generator, looking for something to have fun with and annoy fleshies.
Extra: Like all digital dragons, she is made up of nanobots, and if need be, she can make her body into something extremely dangerous. Also, her tail is a portal gun.
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(Working on her intro)
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*** Outer Space ***
"Hmmm..." K'torr hummed in thought. "That doesn't sound like the work of Klingons, even the house of Torg and Duras... they're working with someone else. You don't just off the crew of an Interdictor-class Star Destroyer and leave no signs of combat. This... this is too clean. Too perfect."
*** Tomahawk ***
Rear Admiral Scott toyed with his beard in thought. "If that's true... hm... it would explain a great deal. Do you have allies aside from myself?"
*Outer Space*
Fayam hit the designated location. He was worried, though, that the paintwork of his ship would give him away.
*Solaris*
Faith moved into the nearness of the star Sol. She said: " I have no clue. Anyway, you can return. The head of the GAC would be furious to see a non-Gaian ship to follow me. He might think you're stalking or chasing me. Even if I explain it all it's unlikely he's gonna budge. So... for your own sake, don't come near Gaia in my victinity."
*Tomahawk*
Farrar answered: "Yes. We recently made a trade deal with the DMC. I think that if we ask for military assistance they'd be glad to help out. We are on their side, after all." In the meantime Omega would find the Anti-Borg turrets being copied and improved using Leviathan technology. He noticed Hor'kuu, and upon asking what it all was for he muttered merely: "Revenge." Omega knew that Hor'kuu would likely have the techies improve the brought turrets as well, so he returned shortly after.
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--- Tigress Armory, Isolation unit 1, Dragontaan ---
What the digital dragon did not know was that the ship she had sabotaged was already in a sort of junk yard ,after the crew had recently landed it, and it was now sitting in an isolated locking system designed to keep many beings inside, the reactor was about to be powered down as a yellow, white furred Vixen, tapped on the command console for the Reactor. (Raz i will pm you with a picture)
--- Baron Administrators office , Cloud city, Bespin ---
"Yes a months contract would be a good start don't you think?" Kia asked
--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"Dad ,can we go to Sol's for my birthday." Celina asked. "And will Saraabi be coming?"
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*** Baron Administrator's office, Cloud city, Bespin ***
"To start with, sure," Lando agreed.
"You sure we won't need more than that, dear?" Ketorr asked Kia.
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"We can, sure, but that's not up to me alone - you'll want to talk to your mother about that. As far as Saraabi is concerned... I wish I knew, kiddo. She said she'd be coming, but last I heard from her, she was on Cardassia Prime."
In Krystal's room, the subspace transmitter went off with an incoming call from Saraabi.
*** New Berlin Orbit ***
Upon arrival, Fayam's ship was scanned and registered as having arrived by UNSC Customs, but no further action was taken. The dilapidated orbital Anchor station sent an approach vector and docking clearance.
"That's gotta be him," Judy whispered to Nick.
"Gotta be," Nick agreed. He worked on his portable computer terminal to send a private message to Fayam's ship, untraceable by anyone in orbit or down planetside.
"Meet us in the cantina attached to the docking bay, starboard side. --W"
*** Outer Space ***
"Roger that," K'torr responded. The Iron Regent and her escorts all turned back for Dragon'taan.
*** Tomahawk ***
"DMC, huh? Hm..." Scott said. "Well, if you can get them to come here, I'd advise that highly. The DMC would be a powerful asset to this world's defense."
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Tether, in-transit to surface of Dragon'taan ***
"The Force has an even longer story than the Sith do," Draco responded. "Suffice to say, it is what gives Jedi, Sith, and all those who use either the light or dark sides, their power. Some, like the Sith, use the power of the Force for... terrible things. Others, like the Jedi, use it to help others. The Jedi Crusaders on Dragon'taan use the powers of the Force - light and dark sides - in balance, to help others and combat the enemies of Dragon'taan."
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--- Tigress Armory, Isolation unit 1, Dragontaan ---
What the digital dragon did not know was that the ship she had sabotaged was already in a sort of junk yard ,after the crew had recently landed it, and it was now sitting in an isolated locking system designed to keep many beings inside, the reactor was about to be powered down as a yellow, white furred Vixen, tapped on the command console for the Reactor. (Raz i will pm you with a picture)
--- Tigress Armory, Isolation unit 1, Dragontaan ---
Felicity walked around the ship she was on, not noticing that it had been brought into a chamber.
She eventually became hungry and started looking around the ship she was on for some sort of electrical source, not even looking outside of the junk ship she was in.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz sat on Anna's shoulders as they walked, eventually making a wheezed exhale, "Water..."
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--- Tigress Armory, Isolation unit 1, Dragontaan ---
The yellow furred vixen soon shut off the reactor, the lights in the ship all dimmed as auxiliary power, turned on
"Now time to find out what this 'bug' is the crew complained about." Amps the Jolteon anthro said to herself as she turned around facing away from the control panel.
--- Krystal's mansion ---
The blue vixen answered the call ,but it wasn't from her room. "Yeah what's new?" She asked
--- Baron Administrator's office, Cloud city, Bespin ---
"Yeah we'll start there and see how it goes after all we can always order more." Kia replied to both Lando and Ketorr.
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--- Tigress Armory, Isolation unit 1, Dragontaan ---
Felicity walked by a hole in the wreckage, her soft red glow briefly showing before fading out
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna filled up a decent-size bowl with water, set it on the counter, then left a path from her shoulder down her arm to the counter for Raz to climb to get to the bowl. "Drink up, pal."
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"I'm en route to Dragon'taan - please tell me I haven't missed Celina's birthday?" Saraabi requested. "I have a gift for her."
*** Baron Administrator's office, Cloud city, Bespin ***
Ketorr shrugged, letting Kia handle this part while he got into contact with the convoy.
Lando leaned close to Kia and whispered, "How long you two been married?"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan * * *
Raz climbed off of Anna's shoulder and looked at the bowl before looking back at her, "Thank you...", he then went to drink the water, his tail wagging slightly behind him.
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---Dragon'taan Orbital Tether, in-transit to surface of Dragon'taan---
"Sorry if I'm getting fiesty but it seems like you are dancing around the subject, what is this Force and light and dark sides? Is it a form of energy that reacts diffrently based on light emmited on it?" Shoon was starting to talk rather quickly but he was also becoming slightly anoyed, he liked quick and fast answers.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna filled up a decent-size bowl with water, set it on the counter, then left a path from her shoulder down her arm to the counter for Raz to climb to get to the bowl. "Drink up, pal."
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"I'm en route to Dragon'taan - please tell me I haven't missed Celina's birthday?" Saraabi requested. "I have a gift for her."
*** Baron Administrator's office, Cloud city, Bespin ***
Ketorr shrugged, letting Kia handle this part while he got into contact with the convoy.
Lando leaned close to Kia and whispered, "How long you two been married?"
--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"No you haven't missed anything, yet, her birthday is tomorrow." Krystal replied.
--- Baron Administrator's office, Cloud city, Bespin ---
"3-4 years why do you aske?" Kie asked, crossing her arms a bit of amusement.
--- Tigress Armory, Isolation unit 1, Dragontaan ---
Amps the Yellow vixen, walked around the ship shuddering as she felt like someone was watching her as she looked through the center part of the ship...
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Felicity noticed Amps and looked at her through another hole in the ship, facinated by her as she hadn't truly seen anybody yet, but in the instant that she'd be noticed, she'd disappear with only small pixels floating and then fading away in the direction she left.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbital Tether, in-transit to surface of Dragon'taan ***
"No, it's not that kind of energy," Draco responded. "It's more religious and mystical than scientific, though it can be applied in some forms of science." The pod stopped moving, and the doors parted to reveal Draco City, the capital city of Dragon'taan. "Word of advice - don't insult the dragons of Dragon'taan."
*** Unseen Assailant, en route to New Cerinia ***
Saraabi sighed with relief. "Thank god," she said. "I should be home in a few hours. Command gave me leave concluding my last assignment."
*** Baron Administrator's office, Cloud city, Bespin ***
"He seems a bit... aggressive," Lando commented. "Either that, or he's very protective of you. Either way, I'm surprised you can tolerate that."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You were thirsty, weren't you?" Anna chuckled.
Kyle continued watching his movie, seeming gradually tired.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz finished drinking the water to the point of when his belly made a sloshing sound, and when finished, he flopped to his side and let out a content sigh
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*** Dragon'taan Orbital Tether, in-transit to surface of Dragon'taan ***
"No, it's not that kind of energy," Draco responded. "It's more religious and mystical than scientific, though it can be applied in some forms of science." The pod stopped moving, and the doors parted to reveal Draco City, the capital city of Dragon'taan. "Word of advice - don't insult the dragons of Dragon'taan."
*** Unseen Assailant, en route to New Cerinia ***
Saraabi sighed with relief. "Thank god," she said. "I should be home in a few hours. Command gave me leave concluding my last assignment."
*** Baron Administrator's office, Cloud city, Bespin ***
"He seems a bit... aggressive," Lando commented. "Either that, or he's very protective of you. Either way, I'm surprised you can tolerate that."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You were thirsty, weren't you?" Anna chuckled.
Kyle continued watching his movie, seeming gradually tired.
--- Baron Administrator's office, Cloud city, Bespin ---
"Never been married huh?" Kia giggled. "When you've been married for awhile you get use to your partner." She added
--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
" I suspect Celina will want to go to Sol's tomorrow for her birthday." Krystal added "Your Father should be able to get the door if it's not still unlocked ."
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*** Unseen Assailant, en route to New Cerinia ***
"If he's even up at that hour," Saraabi responded. "Either way, I have a key."
*** Baron Administrator's office, Cloud city, Bespin ***
"I guess that's true," Lando said. "Anyway, just get the freighters docked, my people will load them up."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna chuckled softly. "Feeling better now?" she asked. "And where were you sleeping?"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz thought for a moment, but when he was brought upstairs his vision was blurry and his mind was foggy, so he replied to Anna with a shrug, and then soon after he gave a large yawn.
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---Dragon'taan Orbital Tether, in-transit to surface of Dragon'taan---
"Religous eh? I guess this place isnt as advanche as I thought" Shoon gasped lightly as he lookedat the city "What a view! I cant wait to have a look around!".
((What kind of architecture is there? I want to understand what Shoon is seeing)).
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--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"Alright see you when you get here." Krystal replied
--- Baron Administrator's office, Cloud city, Bespin ---
"Alright, Thank you." Kia replied nodding to Ketorr.
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---Dragon'taan Orbital Tether, in-transit to surface of Dragon'taan---
"Religious eh? I guess this place isn't as advanced as I thought" Shoon gasped lightly as he looked at the city "What a view! I cant wait to have a look around!"
((What kind of architecture is there? I want to understand what Shoon is seeing)).
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
(Think this on a smaller scale in a concentrated area: http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/0/06/Coruscant_apartment_view.png/revision/latest?cb=20130118200812 (http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/0/06/Coruscant_apartment_view.png/revision/latest?cb=20130118200812) )
"Indeed," Draco sighed in agreement. "It's home for many of us, the Dragon-Shifters especially. They all gathered here before the Marauder War. This was the heart of their efforts then. It still is."
(In case you didn't pick it up yet, it's getting into night time on Dragon'taan, hence the image. And before I forget, Shoon, could you please stop shrinking your text size? Makes it difficult to ascertain what you say.)
Raz thought for a moment, but when he was brought upstairs his vision was blurry and his mind was foggy, so he replied to Anna with a shrug, and then soon after he gave a large yawn.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Let's get you somewhere comfy," Anna chuckled. She gently would pick up Raz, carry him to the couch, and gently set him on a cushion between some pillows next to Kyle. Kyle gently stroked Raz along his spine, his touch having a soothing feeling as he used the Force to try to soothe the little dragling.
"You've had quite the day," Kyle said.
*** Baron Administrator's office, Cloud city, Bespin***
Ketorr finished ordering the freighters, and looked to Lando. "The freighters are en route - I would advise your defenses, if any, not fire on their escorts."
"I'll tell my military allies to stand down, but it would help if I knew which ships they were," Lando answered.
"You'll know them when you see them, but just in case, I have ordered them to transmit IFF tags," Ketorr said. He looked to Kia and motioned his head for her to come with him, his eyes having a grim look to them.
*** New Cerinia Orbit ***
A single ship dropped out of warp speed (http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/startrek/images/6/6c/Federation_Battleship_F-BB.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20100903174443 (http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/startrek/images/6/6c/Federation_Battleship_F-BB.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20100903174443)), raising neither shields nor weapons. Heavily-refitted, refurbished, and re-worked, but still an old 23rd century design. Saraabi didn't fancy the Federation designs, but some - like this one - were handy. The Battleship Unseen Assailant was Saraabi's latest pet project. Command had tasked her with turning this into a worthy combat starship. It wasn't easy, but Saraabi managed to turn this outdated design into a template for future variations. Command was so impressed, they gave her leave to keep it. The ship was a powerhouse and a tank; with her and her crew's upgrades, the Unseen Assailant could take absurd punishment and still keep going, and was bristling with prototype weapons. But for now, Saraabi was on leave, and here to attend her little sister's birthday. With that in mind, Saraabi walked into the transporter room, beaming down to her family estate on New Cerinia.
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"So, Celina, was there anyone else you wanted to invite along?" Markus asked. "Or did you just want Gideon along?"
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==== Indari Manor, Dragon'taan=====
Raz rolled into Anna's arms as to let a wing hang down and the other drape over her hands.
As he was set down, he tried to grab back onto Anna, but as she pulled away, Raz managed to get comfy, but as the hand was placed onto his back, he shuddered, but he soon relaxed as that feeling of rubbing on his spine felt nice, and it seemed to loosen tense parts that were left there and that had previously formed.
Soon after from the pettings, Raz fell asleep, his soulstone giving off a soft heat and light
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(Terribly sorry, sometimes the text just glitches
---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Oh I cant wait to learn about your history!" Shoon exclaimed and walked out of the elevetor.
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--- Baron Administrator's office, Cloud city, Bespin ---
As Kia exited the room she pulled Ketorr aside "Something bugging you?" She asked
--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"No that's all I wanted to come." Celina replied simply
--- Tigress Armory, Isolation unit 1, Dragontaan ---
Amps continued to look around the Junker of a craft , sensing some odd feeling as she did, careful and cautious stopping to look around every once in awhile.
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*Outer Space*
Fayam's destination came close and he hoped everything would go as smooth as possible. He knew it'd take only a few shots of his plasma revolver Blasty to take the man down.
*Gaia*
Anna came close and Havoc Jumbojet instantly sneered: "WHO ARE YOU... oh. Gaian. Proceed, Faith." Anna thought of how typical that was for him.
*Tomahawk*
Omega came back in the room and said: "Hor'kuu, our king, has set himself to it. He upgraded some copied anti-Borg turrets with our fire and aim mechanics. And it's very likely he'll do the rest too." Farrar responded: "There's a 'but'. I can see that from your face." He sighed: "True. The will for revenge went to his head. I saw the techies busy with something looking like the Steel Leviathan, but it's smaller and heavier armoured. Besides they were making an anti-Borg turret with a barrel trice as big as normal." Farrar was shocked. "Don't tell me..." "Yes. Hor'kuu is making us a warship."
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(Uh, Mary, you do realize Nick and Judy are not the target, right?)
*** West Germany Cantina, New Berlin Spacedock, New Berlin Orbit ***
"Think he'll recognize us?" Judy asked.
"I'd imagine so," Nick responded.
"Assuming he doesn't mistake us for Innies," Judy said nervously. Nick put his hands over hers.
"Relax, carrots," he told her. "The Innies have no interest in us, and Hood told his agent to be on the lookout for us. His name is Fayam, and we'll know him when we see him. I seriously doubt he'll shoot us when he sees us."
*** Tomahawk ***
Rear Admiral Scott frowned in slight confusion. "I gather something is wrong with that," he surmised.
*** Baron Administrator's office, Cloud city, Bespin ***
Ketorr stopped Kia, his hands on her shoulders, when he told her, "Lian and Aylina have gone missing. They missed their last three scheduled check-ins, and as their parents, command thinks we should investigate. Admiral Makron is coming to escort the convoy home."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Draco laughed lightly. "That's another matter altogether," he said. "The history of Dragon'taan as the Marauder Corps' heart is a long one, starting with when dragon-shifters first settled here to escape the Necromyans. The war didn't really start brewing until the dragon-shifters were joined by the man who now commands the Marauder Corps - Kyle Indari. But again, that is another matter."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle and Anna both chuckled softly as Raz fell asleep. They left him there, but covered him in part of a blanket, and continued watching their movie.
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"very rich history I see" Shoon said with a lower tone but then got excited again after a small pause "How do we get to where we need to be? Is there a vehicle?".
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*** Baron Administrator's office, Cloud city, Bespin ***
Ketorr stopped Kia, his hands on her shoulders, when he told her, "Lian and Aylina have gone missing. They missed their last three scheduled check-ins, and as their parents, command thinks we should investigate. Admiral Makron is coming to escort the convoy home."
" I'm sure the two of them can handle themselves, regardless let's go check up on them. Let's get back to our ship, i need to make a call to someone before we go though." Kia replied.
Felicity noticed Amps and looked at her through another hole in the ship, facinated by her as she hadn't truly seen anybody yet, but in the instant that she'd be noticed, she'd disappear with only small pixels floating and then fading away in the direction she left.
Amps thought she saw something out of the corner of her eye ,but when she turned to face it, whatever it was, wasn't there. "Hello?" Amps called out thinking someone else was on board, as she continued to check the ship.
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==== Tigress Amory, Isolation Unit one, Dragon'taan ====
Felicity heard Amps clearly as she called out, but soon after she began to get hungry. Not for food, but electrical power; this seemed strange to Felicity but she couldn't help the urge to, so, out of instinct, she leaped out in a flash of light at Amps and took one or more things from her that were electrically powered.
After taking the things, Felicity retreated to inside the ship and a loud sucking noise could be heard.
Just like dead skin, the nanobots that make up Felicity's figure fall off very slowly, and it just so happened that one fell off dead onto the ground in front of Amps, making a subtle tink sound as it hit the floor.
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*** Cloud City, Bespin ***
"I wish I shared your optimism, sweetheart," Ketorr sighed. "You might change your tune when we get to the Assassin." He tapped his comm-badge. "Admiral Reznov to the Assassin... two to beam back." The transporter would energize, and deposit Ketorr and Kia on the bridge of their Scimitar-class Warbird. "Kia, whoever you need to call, call them from our quarters. I'm going to go over what we know of where Lian and Aylina were when they disappeared."
*** RRW Devoras, Unspecified Location ***
A young Pandaren woman sat in the commander's chair on board the Romulan Warbird Devoras. "You're certain we can't replicate the parts we need?" she asked.
"Positive," the engineer sighed. "The saboteur took down the comms, the weapons, shields, replicators... damn near everything, simultaneously. We kept him from taking out engines and life support, but--"
"What about our cloaking device?" the Pandaren asked.
"Still functional, but we don't have a lot of power." Science reported. "We'd need to find a safe place to make repairs, Commander Reznov."
"Warp drive?" Lian asked.
The engineer shook her head. "That was one of the first systems hit by the cascade failure," she said. "Fortunately, there is a nearby asteroid field with very high metal content; sensor readings are unreliable in there. We can hide there until we make repairs to the warp drive, power reactor, and maybe shields, then make for Dragon'taan."
Lian looked to her security chief. "Has the saboteur said anything since being caught?" she asked.
The Reman shook his head. "Negative, commander. We have learned, however, that prior to the cascade failure, an unofficial message went out, contents unknown, but it was sent on a Tal Shiar channel."
Lian sat back and sighed, closing her eyes and shaking her head. "So the Tal Shiar know we're in trouble," she said.
"It would seem so, Commander," The Security officer affirmed. "We don't have sensors, so it's anyone's guess as to when they'll arrive - could be anywhere from--"
"You're not helping, Subcommander!" Lian snapped.
"Lian," James said to her calmly, "Calm down. You're taking this rather hard. You had no way of knowing this would happen."
"That's not any consolation, either," Lian said. "Helm, get us to that asteroid field. Tactical, Science, coordinate with helm and find the best place to lay low while we make repairs. Engineering, soon as we're hidden, get started. Start with the engines and warp drive. If you can get shields, do it. Science, see of you can get comms online."
The crew went to work, and Lian looked to her adopted sister. "I'm sorry I got you into this, Aylina," she apologized.
"This wasn't your fault," James reiterated.
Lian sighed heavily and rested her forehead in her hand. "Aylina, what are the chances dad knows where we are?" her voice shook. "That he knows we're missing?"
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--- RRW Devoras, Unspecified Location ---
"Eh, I needed some action anyway, Lian." Aylina a purple skinned Dreanei replied. "That asteroid field might contain some materails we can use on repairs too do we have any mining equipment on board?"
--- Cloud City, Bespin, Assassin ---
"Alright I'll see you on the bridge." Kia said heading towards the captains quarters.
--- Tigress Amory, Isolation Unit one, Dragon'taan ---
L"Huh?" Amps muttered noticing a couple missing things from her belt. "What's going on here?" She asked herself spotting something on the ground , leaning over to pick it up "What is this?" She asked herself, ears twitching as she heard something. "Alright show yourself!" She said honing in on the sound as she came closer to it.
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--- Tigress Amory, Isolation Unit one, Dragon'taan ---
Felicity finished sucking the power from these devices and she dropped them onto the wreck's deck, them making a large clanking sound, and in an attempt to escape as she thought that Amps may hurt her, Felicity came to an opening as a glowing blob before charging at Amps at an incredible speed, but she was going low and wasn't intending to hit Amps.
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*** RRW Devoras, Unspecified Location ***
"Even if it did," Subcommander Nurak answered Aylina, "We don't have the means to bring it aboard - the shuttle bay is powered down to conserve power, and the transporters are inoperative."
"And you didn't answer my question, Aylina," Lian growled. "What. Are the chances. Dad knows. We're missing?"
*** DMCS Assassin, Bespin Orbit ***
Ketorr went over the data he had on his daughters' missing ship. It was Lian's trusted warbird, the Devoras. Lian knew her way around a starship engagement, and knew that when the odds aren't in your favor or even, hide or run. The only major threats Ketorr could think of that would be of concern were all internal. And it scared him just to consider them. He tried not to think of the argument he and Lian had prior to him leaving for Bespin, but it still entered his mind. The last thing she said to him was, "You spend so much time with the fleet, with your ship, your crew, that you've forgotten you have a family - and someday, it will cost you the very family you hold dear." She then just stormed out and left.
Now, she was missing, and Ketorr was worried she'd done something rash, or that her argument had blinded her to a threat on her ship. Ketorr felt, in a corner of his mind, she was starting to look right - had he paid more attention to her, to Aylina, to Kia... he wouldn't be in this situation.
But he couldn't let that cloud his thinking. He knew where the Devoras was last seen - the Alterac sector, not far from the asteroid field dubbed Peragus III. He hoped this wasn't as serious as his gut told him, that Lian had dealt with whatever threat was on her ship, and that her comms were simply knocked out and she was unable to contact them... but his gut told him this was far worse, that she was in trouble. A father's intuition. If her ship was damaged and unable to report or call for help, Ketorr knew Lian well enough to know she'd seek refuge in that field, wherein lay the problem - the Peragus III field was high in metal content, making sensor readings unreliable, but it was also full of highly-explosive chemical deposits, and Lian didn't know that. One stray shot, one small error, and Ketorr would never see Lian or Aylina alive again.
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*** RRW Devoras, Unspecified Location ***
"Even if it did," Subcommander Nurak answered Aylina, "We don't have the means to bring it aboard - the shuttle bay is powered down to conserve power, and the transporters are inoperative."
"And you didn't answer my question, Aylina," Lian growled. "What. Are the chances. Dad knows. We're missing?"
*** DMCS Assassin, Bespin Orbit ***
Ketorr went over the data he had on his daughters' missing ship. It was Lian's trusted warbird, the Devoras. Lian knew her way around a starship engagement, and knew that when the odds aren't in your favor or even, hide or run. The only major threats Ketorr could think of that would be of concern were all internal. And it scared him just to consider them. He tried not to think of the argument he and Lian had prior to him leaving for Bespin, but it still entered his mind. The last thing she said to him was, "You spend so much time with the fleet, with your ship, your crew, that you've forgotten you have a family - and someday, it will cost you the very family you hold dear." She then just stormed out and left.
Now, she was missing, and Ketorr was worried she'd done something rash, or that her argument had blinded her to a threat on her ship. Ketorr felt, in a corner of his mind, she was starting to look right - had he paid more attention to her, to Aylina, to Kia... he wouldn't be in this situation.
But he couldn't let that cloud his thinking. He knew where the Devoras was last seen - the Alterac sector, not far from the asteroid field dubbed Peragus III. He hoped this wasn't as serious as his gut told him, that Lian had dealt with whatever threat was on her ship, and that her comms were simply knocked out and she was unable to contact them... but his gut told him this was far worse, that she was in trouble. A father's intuition. If her ship was damaged and unable to report or call for help, Ketorr knew Lian well enough to know she'd seek refuge in that field, wherein lay the problem - the Peragus III field was high in metal content, making sensor readings unreliable, but it was also full of highly-explosive chemical deposits, and Lian didn't know that. One stray shot, one small error, and Ketorr would never see Lian or Aylina alive again.
--- RRW Devoras, Unspecified Location ---
Aylina sighed "Why did you put this guy in charge?" Aylina asked, obviously ignoring Lian's question
"You do realize there's little to no gravity in space , Subcommander?
--- DMCS Assassin, Bespin Orbit, Captain's Quaters ---
" Yeah you'll have to take care of him a little longer," Kia told her 'contact' "Yeah I'm sure he'll be fine, I gotta get going, Lupe take good care of him." She finished ending the call, she walked back out into the Bridge up behind Ketorr. "We'll get them back, Ketorr I know we will."
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*** RRW Devoras, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"Dammit, Aylina--" Lian snapped with a raised voice, rising from her seat.
"LIAN!" James shouted. A long, uncomfortable pause followed this. "Your father wouldn't want you tearing yourself up over your argument with him; you need to calm down and--"
"The argument isn't what has me worked up, James!" Lian responded, tears beginning to stream. Her voice verged on a sob as she continued, "Facing everything that's happened and our current situation, I have realized dad was right! This isn't a career we can walk away from, not with things the way they are! And now, I may not get the chance to tell him I am sorry! Never get the chance to tell him you and I are due to be married, that we want to have a family, and worse still - I brought my own sister into this mess! What have I done?"
James gently took Lian in his arms and cradled her. "Your father will be here," he softly told her. "I know he will. You and he may disagree from time to time - everyone does - but he loves you. You are his kin. Remember what you told me? He took you and your sister in when he was stranded on Azeroth. He and your mother. They both love you. They love us. They won't leave us like this. You know Ketorr - even General Indari knows that when you're in trouble, Ketorr will come storming across the galaxy looking for you and leave a trail of damage as extensive as his service record. Aside from that, look at the boat we're in - you realize, we've missed our last three check-ins? That's not something that goes unnoticed, with Romulan Fleet Command or DMC FLEETCOM. Between that and the fact that your father has a tragic past of his own - he wouldn't add to it - I'm certain he'll be here, if it's the last thing he does." He held Lian by her shoulders, looking her in the eyes. "You and Aylina will get through this - we all will. We're all in rough shape, but we've weathered worse. You'll live through this, and you'll get your chance to say you're sorry to Ketorr, and we'll tell him together we're getting married and want to have a family of our own. Okay?" Lian sniffled, but wordlessly nodded. James looked to the staring bridge crew. "Stop standing there - we have work to do." Lian sat back down in her chair, trying to breathe deep and calm down.
*** DMCS Assassin, Bespin Orbit ***
"I hope you're right, Kia," Ketorr said grimly. "But the situation is... grim." He pulled up a map on the main viewscreen, highlighting the Alterac sector. "This is where they were at last contact. They reported internal problems, but nothing serious at the time - they were going to hold there until the issue was resolved. That's when Command lost contact."
"They were investigating the nearby planet in the area for Deuterium deposits," the Klingon Tactical officer told Kia. "Not the most glorious of tasks, but Command felt that given... recent events regarding her and your husband, that she needed an easy assignment to cool off."
"We lost contact with her after that," Ketorr continued. "It could be she simply has a bug in the comm system, and hasn't resolved it, yet. But my gut tells me... she's in trouble, which brings me to my next point." He highlighted the nearby asteroid field. "That... is the Peragus III Asteroid Field. If her ship was attacked, externally or internally, I know she'll hide there to make repairs. That field has a high metal content, making sensor readings unreliable. But there's an added danger."
"That field is filled with highly-explosive chemical deposits, in every one of those asteroids," the Romulan Science officer reported to Kia. "If one goes, they all go. One stray shot, even the slightest spark, that whole field will go up like a nuke that makes the Peragus II Disaster look like a pop detonator."
Ketorr looked Kia directly in the eyes, worrying tears in his own. "Now do you see why I'm worried?" he asked her. "Our children, if they are in there, are sitting in a minefield with the sensitivity of a pressure plate. If even one of those asteroids go off, it's brothers and sisters are gonna come along for the ride." Ketorr sighed tremblingly as he sat down in the Captain's chair. "I should never have let them leave... Lian was right, I don't pay near enough attention to her... or Aylina, or you." He rested his head in his hand and sighed, "What kind of husband and father am I, to have been so blind, I let my children walk into a situation they may not survive?"
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((Romulan why are you not responding to my post?)).
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(Got side-tracked by the story collaboration I was doing with Alex. Sorry.)
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I have transport waiting nearby," Draco responded, indicating a nearby speeder. "Enough space for myself, you, and your colleagues." He started for the speeder and asked, "Remind me again - what were you doing here? Registering your faction, was it?"
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*** RRW Devoras, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"Dammit, Aylina--" Lian snapped with a raised voice, rising from her seat.
"LIAN!" James shouted. A long, uncomfortable pause followed this. "Your father wouldn't want you tearing yourself up over your argument with him; you need to calm down and--"
"The argument isn't what has me worked up, James!" Lian responded, tears beginning to stream. Her voice verged on a sob as she continued, "Facing everything that's happened and our current situation, I have realized dad was right! This isn't a career we can walk away from, not with things the way they are! And now, I may not get the chance to tell him I am sorry! Never get the chance to tell him you and I are due to be married, that we want to have a family, and worse still - I brought my own sister into this mess! What have I done?"
James gently took Lian in his arms and cradled her. "Your father will be here," he softly told her. "I know he will. You and he may disagree from time to time - everyone does - but he loves you. You are his kin. Remember what you told me? He took you and your sister in when he was stranded on Azeroth. He and your mother. They both love you. They love us. They won't leave us like this. You know Ketorr - even General Indari knows that when you're in trouble, Ketorr will come storming across the galaxy looking for you and leave a trail of damage as extensive as his service record. Aside from that, look at the boat we're in - you realize, we've missed our last three check-ins? That's not something that goes unnoticed, with Romulan Fleet Command or DMC FLEETCOM. Between that and the fact that your father has a tragic past of his own - he wouldn't add to it - I'm certain he'll be here, if it's the last thing he does." He held Lian by her shoulders, looking her in the eyes. "You and Aylina will get through this - we all will. We're all in rough shape, but we've weathered worse. You'll live through this, and you'll get your chance to say you're sorry to Ketorr, and we'll tell him together we're getting married and want to have a family of our own. Okay?" Lian sniffled, but wordlessly nodded. James looked to the staring bridge crew. "Stop standing there - we have work to do." Lian sat back down in her chair, trying to breathe deep and calm down.
*** DMCS Assassin, Bespin Orbit ***
"I hope you're right, Kia," Ketorr said grimly. "But the situation is... grim." He pulled up a map on the main viewscreen, highlighting the Alterac sector. "This is where they were at last contact. They reported internal problems, but nothing serious at the time - they were going to hold there until the issue was resolved. That's when Command lost contact."
"They were investigating the nearby planet in the area for Deuterium deposits," the Klingon Tactical officer told Kia. "Not the most glorious of tasks, but Command felt that given... recent events regarding her and your husband, that she needed an easy assignment to cool off."
"We lost contact with her after that," Ketorr continued. "It could be she simply has a bug in the comm system, and hasn't resolved it, yet. But my gut tells me... she's in trouble, which brings me to my next point." He highlighted the nearby asteroid field. "That... is the Peragus III Asteroid Field. If her ship was attacked, externally or internally, I know she'll hide there to make repairs. That field has a high metal content, making sensor readings unreliable. But there's an added danger."
"That field is filled with highly-explosive chemical deposits, in every one of those asteroids," the Romulan Science officer reported to Kia. "If one goes, they all go. One stray shot, even the slightest spark, that whole field will go up like a nuke that makes the Peragus II Disaster look like a pop detonator."
Ketorr looked Kia directly in the eyes, worrying tears in his own. "Now do you see why I'm worried?" he asked her. "Our children, if they are in there, are sitting in a minefield with the sensitivity of a pressure plate. If even one of those asteroids go off, it's brothers and sisters are gonna come along for the ride." Ketorr sighed tremblingly as he sat down in the Captain's chair. "I should never have let them leave... Lian was right, I don't pay near enough attention to her... or Aylina, or you." He rested his head in his hand and sighed, "What kind of husband and father am I, to have been so blind, I let my children walk into a situation they may not survive?"
--- DMCS Assassin, Bespin Orbit ---
"That's odd that they didn't report in then." Kia replied "That's not good ,but i trust they can handle themselves, regardless their likely in a bit of trouble." She turned to Ketorr "You have a duty, Ketorr. don't forget that. Now stop letting your emotions take hold of you, we have a job to do."The Female Worgen added.
--- RRW Devoras, Peragus III Asteroid Field ---
"Subcommander, how are our sensors?" Aylina asked, trying to think of an idea. "And was the armory harmed at all?"
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*** DMCS Assassin, Bespin Orbit ***
Ketorr chuckled softly. Then looked up. "Helm, set course for the Peragus III Asteroid Field, maximum warp." The helmsman wordlessly obeyed, sending the Reman Warbird on it's way. Ketorr rose and faced Kia. "You aren't at all concerned that our daughters could end up riding out of that field on a comet trail, are you?" he asked, already knowing the answer. He walked close to Kia, whispering softly in her with a tone that spoke of renewed feeling, "This is why I married you, Kia - you give me strength when I can't find my own. I may not say it much, but I love you so much."
*** RRW Devoras, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"The sensors are offline, and the armory was uncompromised," Subcommander Nurak answered. "Why--"
"Commander," Science reported, "I think we have sensors now."
"Finally, some good news," Lian sighed. "Scan the asteroids, see if they--"
"I did, ma'am," science reported. "But the results... aren't good."
Lian frowned. "How so?"
"As we suspected, there's a lot of interference from the metal in the asteroids, but... from what little I have from the scans..." the science officer paused. "... those asteroids contain deposits of highly-explosive chemicals."
"How explosive?" Lian asked. "And how widespread are the deposits?"
"Near as I can tell, the asteroids are laced with them - and it's sensitive enough that even mining tools would ignite it," the science officer replied. Lian and James' faces both lit up.
"That means..." James started.
"... this is Peragus III," Lian finished. "We're sitting on a minefield with the sensitivity of a pressure plate." A determined expression came to her. "As long as we don't do anything rash, we won't--"
"Commander," Tactical piped up,"I have one... no, two, Romulan Warbirds on sensors. IFF tags label them..." Tactical paused. "It's the Tal Shiar."
"Can we cloak?" Lian asked.
"Not enough power," Subcommander Nurak answered.
"Ma'am, the Tal Shiar ships are scanning the field," Tactical reported.
"Dad, if you're out there, I could use some help right now," Lian murmured.
Post Merge: December 13, 2016, 06:08:50 AM
*** DMCS Assassin, Bespin Orbit ***
Ketorr chuckled softly. Then looked up. "Helm, set course for the Peragus III Asteroid Field, maximum warp." The helmsman wordlessly obeyed, sending the Reman Warbird on it's way. Ketorr rose and faced Kia. "You aren't at all concerned that our daughters could end up riding out of that field on a comet trail, are you?" he asked, already knowing the answer. He walked close to Kia, whispering softly in her with a tone that spoke of renewed feeling, "This is why I married you, Kia - you give me strength when I can't find my own. I may not say it much, but I love you so much."
*** RRW Devoras, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"The sensors are offline, and the armory was uncompromised," Subcommander Nurak answered. "Why--"
"Commander," Science reported, "I think we have sensors now."
"Finally, some good news," Lian sighed. "Scan the asteroids, see if they--"
"I did, ma'am," science reported. "But the results... aren't good."
Lian frowned. "How so?"
"As we suspected, there's a lot of interference from the metal in the asteroids, but... from what little I have from the scans..." the science officer paused. "... those asteroids contain deposits of highly-explosive chemicals."
"How explosive?" Lian asked. "And how widespread are the deposits?"
"Near as I can tell, the asteroids are laced with them - and it's sensitive enough that even mining tools would ignite it," the science officer replied. Lian and James' faces both lit up.
"That means..." James started.
"... this is Peragus III," Lian finished. "We're sitting on a minefield with the sensitivity of a pressure plate." A determined expression came to her. "As long as we don't do anything rash, we won't--"
"Commander," Tactical piped up,"I have one... no, two, Romulan Warbirds on sensors. IFF tags label them..." Tactical paused. "It's the Tal Shiar."
"Can we cloak?" Lian asked.
"Not enough power," Subcommander Nurak answered.
"Ma'am, the Tal Shiar ships are scanning the field," Tactical reported.
"Dad, if you're out there, I could use some help right now," Lian murmured.
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--- DMCS Assassin, Bespin Orbit ---
"There's a time for worry and a time for action, Ketorr." Kia said giving the largeer wolf a hug "They'll be fine, but let's not waste time." She added with a wink.
--- RRW Devoras, Peragus III Asteroid Field ---
"Do we have any spacesuits onboard?" Aylina asked
"And can we turn off life support to all decks but the bridge?" She added.
--- Tigress Amory, Isolation Unit one, Dragon'taan ---
Felicity finished sucking the power from these devices and she dropped them onto the wreck's deck, them making a large clanking sound, and in an attempt to escape as she thought that Amps may hurt her, Felicity came to an opening as a glowing blob before charging at Amps at an incredible speed, but she was going low and wasn't intending to hit Amps.
Amps jumped as the blob went past her, fur spiking up a little as it passed by "What?" she muterred to herself turning around to follow the blob "I don't want to hurt you!." She shouted as she chased after the blob.
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Tigress Amory, Isolation Unit one, Dragon'taan --
Felicity heard this clearly and in an instant right before hitting Amps, she diverted her path and slammed right into the wreckage, causing a large dent in the ship.
Moments after hitting the ship, the blob turned back into Felicity, and just as Felicity got up to look at Amps, she immediately tried to run behind cover, but failed miserably as the impact seemed to have shorted a few nanobots temporarily, and thus wasn't allowing her to stand.
Not being able to stand was scaring Felicity, and although soon her bots would regenerate, this immobilization was scaring her a lot; she made bounces with her body whilst her lower limbs flopped.
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*** DMCS Assassin, now arriving at Peragus III ***
The Assassin arrived at the asteroid field to two Tal Shiar T'Varo-class warbirds.
"Contact - Romulan T'Varo Warbirds, Tal Shiar IFF Tags. Nothing heavy," tactical announced.
"Do not engage," Ketorr commanded.
Tactical frowned. "Sir?"
"You heard me. Those ships are too close to the asteroids," Ketorr responded. "They explode, my daughters will go up with that field. Hail the Tal Shiar ships."
*** RRW Devoras, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"Aylina... we have bigger prob--" Lian started.
"Commander... I can give you comms, now. Range isn't much, but it will carry outside the field," engineering reported.
"Commander, new contact," Tactical piped up. "Reman Scimitar-class Warbird, IFF Tag labels it... It's..." Tactical looked up at Lian. "It's the DMCS Assassin, ma'am. It's your father."
"He's fast," Nurak commented.
"Daddy..." Lian whispered. "Can we hail him without giving our position away?"
"I think so," Nurak responded. He sent out a coded hail to the DMCS Assassin, and Lian hoped to hear an answer.
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*New Berlin Orbit*
As the thoughts ran through Fayam's mind he contacted New Berlin: "Hey New Berlin! I have an appointment here, so lemme land! ...Please?"
*Tomahawk*
Farrar was looking worried. She said: "Why... There is DEFINATELY something wrong with that! GOOD wrong too! You see, a warship might boost our military power. But the Gaians, especially Havoc Jumbojet, the rude leader of the GAC, will become wary. I have no idea wether they heard the Borg message but if they find out we're building a warship he might- I'm sure he thinks we can attack them at any given moment. Which is, obviously, not true. We do NOT wish war with anyone! The Leviathans don't declare others opponents, others declare the Leviathans oppontents!" Omega responded: "Relax... The Gaians know we're not a threat. In fact, we're strong allies! But if we improve our defences they will too, simply because what's a threat to us is one to them too. We've got the technology advantage, remember?"
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*** New Berlin Orbit ***
"Copy, user, we're a bit slammed right now. Apologies for the wait. Transmitting... approach... vector... hnh. Seems we already did," the person at the control tower told Fayam. "Regardless, in case we didn't say so before, you are cleared to dock." There was a pause before the control person whispered to Fayam, "And watch yourself - New Berlin's a rough place. Insurrectionist hotbed. If you come across insurrectionist activity, steer clear and report it. Word is Fleet Admiral Hood is sending someone here to nail the problem at the source. I don't know who he is, and I don't want to know. Control out."
*** Tomahawk ***
Rear Admiral Scott recomposed himself. "Very well. We know what the Tal Shiar and their allies are after, and you know how precarious your situation is. And yes, I still remember the technological advantage we have. But the Tal Shiar are tricky. And you said you made friends with the DMC... that's no small feat, but I feel inclined to ask, who is your main contact there?"
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*New Berlin*
Fayam closed connection and started laughing hysterically: "If only they knew it's ME who's gonna wreck their leaders' ass!" He couldn't help grinning widely during docking sequence.
*Tomahawk*
Farrar and Omega answered simultaneously: "Gaia." Omega went on alone: "Gaia is the nearest battle force. Despite more civilisations spread thoughout Solaris Gaia is the most prominent one. For your information: there are a total of 5 here. One of them is independent. Two others are depending on Gaian defences. There's us, the Leviathans, having Gaia as ally. Lastly there's Gaia and its anthros itself, with us as ally." Farrar continued: "Of course we know we can help each other. But, if you know our defences were said to be infallible, Gaia doesn't have a chance against the Borg given the result of our first clash. Against them they can't help."
*Gaia*
Anna landed Faith safely and made for the weapon store. She walked in and was greeted by a horse in an apron and with goggles. "What do you want?" he asked. Anna laid her blade hande on the table and said: "Upgrade, please." "Uprgade what? Power? Durability? Size?"
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"We are here to register out civilization and species, and see how far your society has progressed in comparison to us" Shoon walked alongside him.
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--- MCS Assassin, now arriving at Peragus III ---
"Do we have any tractor beams or anything we can use to pull those Tal-shiar ships out of the way?" Kia asked trying to come up with a plan
--- RRW Devoras, Peragus III Asteroid Field ---
"Bout time." Aylina replied "Do we have any engine power?"
Post Merge: December 14, 2016, 12:30:29 AM
Tigress Amory, Isolation Unit one, Dragon'taan --
Felicity heard this clearly and in an instant right before hitting Amps, she diverted her path and slammed right into the wreckage, causing a large dent in the ship.
Moments after hitting the ship, the blob turned back into Felicity, and just as Felicity got up to look at Amps, she immediately tried to run behind cover, but failed miserably as the impact seemed to have shorted a few nanobots temporarily, and thus wasn't allowing her to stand.
Not being able to stand was scaring Felicity, and although soon her bots would regenerate, this immobilization was scaring her a lot; she made bounces with her body whilst her lower limbs flopped.
Amps tried to move slowly towards Felicity. "Are you okay?" the yellow vixen asked pointing a finger at Felicity a spark of eletricity flowing from her finger.
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Tigress Amory, Isolation Unit one, Dragon'taan --
Felicity tried to push away from Amps as she came closer, and the only thing that came out of her mouth seemed to be a butchered sequence of voice recordings from before when the wreckage was still a ship, "Get... Back! You... Yellow Bellied...!", she says in a low tone, but the old voice recordings seemed to short out with static, but this version of voice recordings seemed to be broken, and she started to calm down, but as she went to speak, her voice recording being of a woman screaming the word, "Nooo...!", and just as the sound of death had started, the static overcrowded it.
Felicity was horrified by her own recordings, and she was even surprised that she knew that stuff, the recordings.
As she sees the spark come from Amps, her eyes light up and all worry seems to leave her, and despite her limbs still being disabled, she tried to hop her body towards Amps.
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*** DMCS Assassin, Peragus III ***
"Yes, ma'am," the Reman engineer answered.
"How powerful are they?" Ketorr asked.
"With the DMC upgrades... we could drag a D'Derridex, if needs be," the engineer answered. "And the range is great enough, we can snare both of those ships from here."
"Won't mean a thing if they fire weapons at that field," Ketorr responded. "Are they still not answering hails?"
"Negative, Admiral," the Comms officer answered.
"They seem intent on scanning that field," science reported. "And one of the DMC upgrades to the tractor beams allows our beam to disrupt their weapons control."
"How soon can you bring that online?" Ketorr asked.
"It'd be as fast as activating it," science answered.
"Admiral!" comms proclaimed, "I'm getting a coded hail from the Devoras!"
Ketorr's eyes went wide. "They're alive," he sighed with relief. "Patch them through."
*** RRW Devoras, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"Yes, ma'am," the engineer replied. "Not much, but it'll be enough to get us clear of the field when the Assassin--" The engineer cut herself off when Ketorr and Kia's face appeared on the main view screen. Even Lian could tell Ketorr was near the verge of coming undone.
"Lian," he greeted her.
"Daddy..." Lian responded, tears forming.
"What happened?" Ketorr asked. "How did you end up in there?"
"It's a long story, daddy," Lian nearly sobbed, trying to keep it together. "Suffice to say, we had a Tal Shiar infiltrator on board. He is in our brig presently, but we're in bad shape. We can move, but we can't fight."
"You did enough fighting as it is, sweetie," Ketorr said. "And I am... truly impressed, not to mention happy, you lasted this long in there. Save your breath - when next we speak, it will be in person." The transmission ended after that. Lian closed her eyes, tears falling. James took hold of her hand.
"Hurry, daddy," Lian whispered. "I'm scared."
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--- Tigress Amory, Isolation Unit one, Dragon'taan ---
Amps reached out to Felicity and pointed her finger closer to her sparks of electricity, now flowing to the small dragon.
--- DMCS Assassin, Peragus III ---
""Well Ketorr do we tow the Devouras out or disrupt the Tal-shiar?" Kia asked looking over the situation via a monitor.
--- RRW Devoras, Peragus III Asteroid Field ---
Aylina set her hand on Lian's shoulder "Calm down If I know mom, she's already got a plan in mind, we won't be here long." the Draenei said her stance firm and soothing.
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--- Tigress Amory, Isolation Unit one, Dragon'taan ---
Felicity saw the sparks and put the tip of her snout up to Amps's finger and her body pulsed with energy as the electrical force from Amps caused her body to heal again, resetting the broken nanobots and replacing them with new ones.
As Felicity gained enough power to stand, she did, and she nuzzled Amp's hand in thanks.
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*** DMCS Assassin, Peragus III ***
"If the Tal Shiar knew the Devoras was in there, they'd blow that field," Ketorr said. "If we go in to Tow the Devoras out, they'll blow the field with us in it. No, we have to keep the Tal Shiar from firing on those Asteroids, and if I know Lian, she still has engines, or she would not have made it in there. When we pull the Tal Shiar ships away, she'll see an opening and get out of there." His face was determined when he looked at Kia. "We use the tractor beams. Tactical, lock tractor beams on the Tal Shiar ships... full systems disruption. Pull them away."
"Full systems disruption, sir?" Tactical asked. "With all due respect, I don't know if the emitters can handle that on two separate--"
"Dammit, my children are in that field, and I am not leaving here without them!" Ketorr shouted.
*** RRW Devoras, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
Lian watched tensely as silence ensued. In a sudden move, the Assassin locked on to the Tal Shiar Warships with a tractor beam, and they began to inch backward, seemingly without resistance.
"Commander... the Assassin has locked onto the Tal Shiar ships with a... tractor beam I haven't seen before," science reported. "It's disrupting all their systems; engines, warp drive, power, shields... weapons even!"
"He's opening the door!" Lian surmised happily. "Engineer, divert all power to the engines! Take it from life support, if you have to! Full Impulse Power, get us out of here!" The engineer hurriedly worked her console, and Helm pushed the ship forward full impulse. He avoided the asteroids as best he could, edging to the outer perimeter of the field. "Come on, big D, fly!" Lian muttered. Seconds ticked by, and then...
"We're clear!" the Helmsman shouted. Everyone on the bridge shouted with joy and relief. Lian, especially, let out a cry of delight and relief as she threw her arms around James.
"Helm... bring us alongside the Assassin," Lian said, her head resting under James' chin.
"Commander... engineering reports the Warp Drive is stable. We have power restoring in all systems, ETA, ten minutes, minimum," the Engineer reported.
Lian sighed with relief. "No rush," she whispered. James rocked her slowly, his arms around her, whispering in her ear and kissing her cheek tenderly.
*** DMCS Assassin, Peragus III ***
When the Devoras emerged from the asteroid field, Ketorr sighed joyfully and relieved, sitting back down in his chair, eyes closed, tears falling. "This was... too close," he whispered.
"Sir," the XO asked, "What do we do with the Tal Shiar ships?"
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--- DMCS Assassin, Peragus III ---
"Do we have any ion cannons?"Kia smirked getting an idea as she looked at the Tal-shiar ships.
--- RRW Devoras, Peragus III Asteroid Field ---
Aylina let out a long sigh , as if she had been holding her breath the whole time... "Next time your the one who stays calm and collected." She told her sister.
--- --- Tigress Amory, Isolation Unit one, Dragon'taan ---
"I dunno what you are ,but let's get out of here, so you don't cause any more trouble." Amps said trying to pick up Felicity. "Besides I think you could do some good instead of messing things up as you have." the yellow vixen added
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--- --- Tigress Amory, Isolation Unit one, Dragon'taan ---
Felicity climbed into Amp's arms without any objection, and as she curled up into Amp's arms, her body temperature rose slightly and provided a nice warmth along with the silky soft fur that she had, however, Felicity subconciously kept her wings away from Amp's hands.
Small pixels floated around Felicity's area, seemingly passing through living matter.
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*** DMCS Assassin, Peragus III ***
"No, but we have Ion Charges," the XO answered, "Why?"
*** RRW Devoras, Peragus III ***
"Don't, Aylina," James warned the Draenei sternly. "Your sister may be a seasoned and experienced commander, but family troubles cut deeper than most things a starship captain faces. It is not at all uncommon to feel regret in the face of death. I think we should all give thanks we all made it out of there in one piece." Lian sniffled, her face buried in James' chest, her breathing heavy and trembling. James rested a cheek on her head, gently rocking her, and sang a peculiar song, loud enough for all in the immediate vicinity to hear:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4hA-u_eMMQ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4hA-u_eMMQ)
When he sang it, Lian's eyes opened, and she looked up at her husband-to-be. "James... how did you know...?"
James smiled. "Spend a lot of time with someone, you tend to pick up a few things," he told her. Lian smiled and chuckled, then kissed James sweetly, after which, James whispered something in her ear that made her smile even wider.
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--- --- Tigress Amory, Isolation Unit one, Dragon'taan ---
Felicity climbed into Amp's arms without any objection, and as she curled up into Amp's arms, her body temperature rose slightly and provided a nice warmth along with the silky soft fur that she had, however, Felicity subconciously kept her wings away from Amp's hands.
Small pixels floated around Felicity's area, seemingly passing through living matter.
Amps began to walk to the exit ramp of the ship as she did she asked the little dragon "Why were you in that ship? She asked "Why were you in that ship?"
--- DMCS Assassin, Peragus III ---
"Wanted to disable the Tal-shiar ships and leave them there," Kia muttered.
--- RRW Devoras, Peragus III ---
"Don't what?" Aylina asked not sure what she had done.
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--- --- Tigress Amory, Isolation Unit one, Dragon'taan ---
Felicity climbed into Amp's arms without any objection, and as she curled up into Amp's arms, her body temperature rose slightly and provided a nice warmth along with the silky soft fur that she had, however, Felicity subconciously kept her wings away from Amp's hands.
Small pixels floated around Felicity's area, seemingly passing through living matter.
Amps began to walk to the exit ramp of the ship as she did she asked the little dragon "Why were you in that ship? She asked "Why were you in that ship?"
Felicity looked around as she was carried, but as Amps asked her a question, she looked confused at Amps, not knowing why she was there anyway, and she did try to speak, and her voice, given it was high pitched, was smooth and silky, "I... don't know... No remember..."
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(you forgot again))
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(DAMMIT!!! I am so sorry, Shoon. The past week, my mind has been scattered in six different places thinking about a lot. I'm sorry.)
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh, we have progressed considerably, more than most have, but we keep a number of things in mind," Draco said, "Such as our environmental--" he stopped midsentence when he saw a Blue Cerinian Fox in a decorated DMC uniform with sapphire-blue dragon eyes, walking with a young, pink-scaled dragon child with amber dragon eyes, no more than a few years of age, holding a stuffed dragon. Draco snapped to attention. "Sir!"
The uniformed man, still holding the child's hand, nodded. "General Bellator," he greeted. "At ease. And speak freely."
"Little one couldn't sleep, sir?" Draco asked.
The fox smiled and chuckled. "No, I promised Kira I'd take her Christmas shopping for her mother and her brother," he answered.
"Daddy, who's that?" the child asked, pointing at Shoon. The fox looked directly at Shoon, his sapphire dragon eyes seemingly scanning him. He looked at Draco.
"Friend of yours?" he asked.
Draco shook his head. "Recent arrival, sir," Draco answered. "Wants to register his species to the galaxy, compare his civilization to ours." He stepped aside to make introductions: "Commander Shoon, High General Kyle Indari. Kyle... this is Commander Shoon, of the starship Mother of Innovation."
Kyle smiled. "And don't mind the little one - she's my latest daughter, Kira. Her mother's at the manor, and her brother is... actually, I have no idea where Drake is..." He looked to Shoon and his party. Smiling again, he said, "Walk with me, we can talk about things."
*** DMCS Assassin, Peragus III ***
"Hang on, ma'am," the science officer piped up, "We may not have to - I think I can send Ion Pulses through the tractor beams, or maybe disruption pulses."
Ketorr looked between Kia and his science officer. "I'll leave that to you two; I'm going aboard the Devoras. Comms, alert Lian I'm on my way." The officer nodded as Ketorr got up and left the bridge.
*** RRW Devoras, Peragus III ***
"What you said," James told Aylina. "Telling Lian to stay calm and collected next time. This is not the time for that."
"Commander, the Assassin is signalling... Admiral Reznov is coming aboard," Comms reported.
Lian looked to the engineer. "Will we have enough power to get him here?" she asked.
The engineer nodded. "Yes, ma'am," she responded.
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--Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Shoon bowed down slightly and then rose "Pleasure to meet you High General Kyle Indari, you have most beautiful fur" Shoon crouched down to look the child "Hello there" Shoon smiled at the child "Want to see a cool trick?".
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The child shrank behind Kyle, and Kyle picked her up. "It's okay, sweetie, he's not gonna hurt you." He looked at Shoon. "You'll have to excuse Kira - she's... tense, around newcomers. Ever since that one newcomer that caused trouble here, she's had nightmares. She's been tense around newcomers ever since."
"Amazing that she can spot newcomers at that age, sir," Draco commented.
Kyle looked to Shoon reassuringly. "Even so, she means not to offend," he told him. "She doesn't understand the things I do, but she will."
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Very well" Shoon said as he stood up "It seems like with second sentence I get new info and history I need to reaserch".
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle smiled broadly. "Come with me, I'll set you straight," he offered as he started walking. "If it's history you want, you could always visit the Marauder Museum, in the central district. It tells the history of how the dragon-shifters came to Dragon'taan, and the events before, during, and after the Marauder war."
"Daddy doesn't like to talk about the war," Kira said.
"It's okay, sweetie," Kyle assured her, "Daddy will be fine." He looked to Shoon. "But she is right; I don't often speak of the war. The Kemoran wars or the Marauder war. I served in both. The other conflicts afterward, nothing like the Marauder War. But, I think it'd be better if you speak to someone with firsthand experience. There are some things a museum can't tell you. Details... they cannot say."
"I'm here if you need me, daddy," Kira told him.
Kyle smiled, chuckled, and kissed her cheek. "I know you are, little one. You are so much like your mother."
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"I guess every nation has been bound to have war at some point. I will visit the museum at some point, but I feel we need to move on".
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*New Berlin*
Fayam docked succesfully. It was a mere routine.
*Gaia*
Anna said: "I'm wanting a custom look. Here, let me give you a sketch..." She quickly conjured up a holograph.
*Tomahawk*
Upon not getting any answer from Rear Admiral Scott on the case, Farrar's mind wandered off to Hor'kuu. "I noticed... he changed..." she quietly muttered to herself, "I don't like the look of it... Please... Hor'kuu... You're no longer the one I married..." A tear nearly welled up in her eye.
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(Uh, Mary... what was the question to Rear Admiral Scott? I can't find it.)
*** New Berlin Orbital Spacedock ***
Judy and Nick continued to wait for Fayam, trying to look as normal as possible. Innies could be anywhere.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Indeed," Kyle said, setting Kira down to walk on her own, but still holding her hand. "Ask, and I will answer."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
In orbit, the DMCS Iron Regent dropped out of FTL Speed with her attendant escorts. A single shuttle was detected heading down planetside.
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((I am getting a tad bit confused. Do they now speak or move to the vehicle?))
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((Did Alex quit the rp? She hasn't responded in quite a while.))
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(Alex... won't be with us for some time. Her family was evicted, and she has been forced to move to a homeless shelter for a while, and they have no public internet there. She says she won't be there long, likely 2 months or so. I pray she's right. Regardless, I would prefer we all keep this going in her absence. And Shoon, I was unaware of any vehicles they were moving to - the store Kyle was headed for was within walking distance of the nearby Taxi pad Draco was leading Shoon to before spotting Kyle.)
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(Uh, Mary... what was the question to Rear Admiral Scott? I can't find it.)
(He was asking for the Leviathan's main ally, in case you forgot.)
*New Berlin*
Fayam held his gun in his hand as he entered the station, where he stumbled across Judy and Nick. Of course he didn't recognise them, so he pointed the gun at them, asking: "Are you two so-called Innies?"
*Gaia*
The craftsman would merely sketch it over and took the handle.
*Tomahawk*
The tear in Farrar's eye didn't go unnoticed by Omega. He whispered to her: "I know him. He'll flip back after his revenge." To himself: "That's my hope at any rate..." Farrar asked: "Are you sure?" He said with misplaced optimism: "Yeah, of course."
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((I hope Alex will be well. But didnt you say Draco was leading Shoon to a speedster or something?))
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(He was. But then, he bumped into Kyle, who was going to a store with his daughter to buy a gift for her mother/his wife, Anna. Then Kyle started talking to Shoon, and requested he walk with him so they could discuss what Shoon wanted to know.)
*** Tomahawk ***
"Is there anything I can do to help?" Rear Admiral Scott asked, taking his hand away from his earpiece - which he had in his ear, listening to reports from the orbiting fleet.
*** New Berlin Orbital Spacedock ***
"Hey, relax, pal!" Nick responded. "Innies don't usually trust Foxes like myself, and my wife is... well, she is of no use to them."
"Yeah, they said so themselves," Judy scoffed. "But we can't speak here - come with us, we can get you to our safe house, where we can discuss your op."
"Yeah, we got some... information, you might find useful," Nick said in a hushed tone. "Our... 'friend' told us to hand it directly to you."
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((Oh okay))
---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Sorry but I must decline your offer. My duties come before personal interest. I bid you farewell and good luck" Shoon bowed lightly "But if we meet again I might take you on that offer"
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"No need to bow, Commander. I'm not a monarch. I am merely the head of the DMC. Regardless, good luck with your duties, here," Kyle chuckled, setting Kira down on her feet. "And if you happen to find yourself on Sangheilios, give my regards to Thel."
Draco patiently waited for Shoon to finish with Kyle, smiling and chuckling at seeing him here with his daughter. It was a pleasant sight, to see Kyle as not just a military figurehead, but also as a husband and father.
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*** Tomahawk ***
"Is there anything I can do to help?" Rear Admiral Scott asked, taking his hand away from his earpiece - which he had in his ear, listening to reports from the orbiting fleet.
*** New Berlin Orbital Spacedock ***
"Hey, relax, pal!" Nick responded. "Innies don't usually trust Foxes like myself, and my wife is... well, she is of no use to them."
"Yeah, they said so themselves," Judy scoffed. "But we can't speak here - come with us, we can get you to our safe house, where we can discuss your op."
"Yeah, we got some... information, you might find useful," Nick said in a hushed tone. "Our... 'friend' told us to hand it directly to you."
*New Berlin*
Fayam lowered his gun and said: "Lead the way."
*Tomahawk*
Farrar answered gleefully: "No. We'll provide Gaia with some anti-Borg turrets from here, and hope our king will return to normal after getting revenge. Thank you very much anyway." After speaking she bowed gracefully.
*Gaia*
Anna took a look around the spaceport. It wasn't really active. Perhaps, she thought by herself, perhaps this other galaxy might change it. In the distance she could see Beastopia, Gaia's capital... well, capital? It was simply the biggest and most prominent city on the planet, and thus called "capital of Gaia". In reality it was only the capital of the country.
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Where I come bowing is the gesture one does as a greet or for goodbye. But if I find myself there I will do just that" Shoon turned to Draco "Shall we go?".
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Draco resumed course for the taxi pad while telling Shoon, "It's rare for most outside Dragon'taan to catch the High General with anyone in his family other than his wife or elder brother. It's still a welcome sight."
*** New Berlin ***
Nick and Judy led Fayam away from the cantina, to a waiting elevator that would descend down the orbital tether. The doors opened, and Nick and Judy were the first on.
*** Tomahawk ***
"Very well," Rear Admiral Scott answered, returning the gesture. "If you have further need of me, I will be aboard my ship. I will see if I can rally any other allies to help defend your world - god willing, they can get here before the Tal Shiar and their allies get here."
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(Any new word from Alex?)
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(None. But do not give up. He'll turn up eventually. He's a resilient one, and he wouldn't willingly abandon us.)
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*New Berlin*
Fayam followed the two on-heels.
*Gaia*
After a few minutes the craftsman returned calling out to Anna: "Hey! Your blade is done." She instantly went to collect it.
*Tomahawk*
Farrar nodded: "Got it. You can tell them about us and our Borg experiences and -defences. We'll drop them a line whenever we happen to need them. Allow us to guide you out if you don't mind." Omega could be seen leaving the room to call the Toma-guards.
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Shoon walked along "With a title like that I am sure he is busy".
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"He usually is," Draco affirmed. "Amazing how he still finds time for his family." They arrived at the Taxi Pad. Draco gestured Shoon to the droid, so he could specify his destination.
*** New Berlin ***
"Try to be silent as we head through the streets," Nick advised Fayam. "New Berlin can be a rough place this time of day. Innies are everywhere."
*** Tomahawk ***
Rear Admiral Scott waited patiently, taking one last look around before he would be guided back to his shuttle to head back to his ship.
(EDIT: News from Alex: She's alright, and she is eager to rejoin us here in GS. She has limited internet where she is, so that's an improvement. More news will be posted as it becomes available.)
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((What is a Taxi Pad?))
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"He usually is," Draco affirmed. "Amazing how he still finds time for his family." They arrived at the Taxi Pad. Draco gestured Shoon to the droid, so he could specify his destination.
*** New Berlin ***
"Try to be silent as we head through the streets," Nick advised Fayam. "New Berlin can be a rough place this time of day. Innies are everywhere."
*** Tomahawk ***
Rear Admiral Scott waited patiently, taking one last look around before he would be guided back to his shuttle to head back to his ship.
(EDIT: News from Alex: She's alright, and she is eager to rejoin us here in GS. She has limited internet where she is, so that's an improvement. More news will be posted as it becomes available.)
*New Berlin*
Fayam said, surprised: "Silence? But then how am I supposed to get more c- um, information about their organisation?"
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*** New Berlin ***
"You'll get that from the inside - we'll get you in, but we can't speak of the details in the open, or we risk the Innies learning of what you're up to," Nick responded. The tether pod approached ground level. Nick looked at Judy. "Ready, carrots?"
Judy nodded wordlessly, and as the doors parted, they both headed into the city proper.
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Indari Manor, Dragon'taan
Raz had woke up a while ago and had decided to wander the mansion as his legs were in better shape, but every now and then he'd stop when they'd feel slightly sore.
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Shoon entered the Taxi the party soon following.
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*** New Berlin ***
"You'll get that from the inside - we'll get you in, but we can't speak of the details in the open, or we risk the Innies learning of what you're up to," Nick responded. The tether pod approached ground level. Nick looked at Judy. "Ready, carrots?"
Judy nodded wordlessly, and as the doors parted, they both headed into the city proper.
*New Berlin*
Fayam pulled a beak corner down. He was more the type to grab an opponent and milk them out at gunpoint. Still he decided it was best to follow the advice.
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**Edge of the Galaxy**
Silence.... Just like it always is in outer space. But something seemed off. High Frequencies for the past 24 hours have been picked up at the edge of the galaxy.
Along with the High Frequencies, strange messages have been being picked up by various radio and message outpost.
.-.. --- -.-. .- - . .-.-.- / .- -. .- .-.. -.-- --.. . .-.-.- / -.. . ... - .-. --- -.-- .-.-.-
It kept going on for hours along with the frequencies.
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(Um... I'm getting the impression that was supposed to be a variation of Morse code - but I think the site screwed it up with the smilies.)
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"What is your destination?" the driver droid asked Shoon.
*** New Berlin ***
Nick and Judy led Fayam through the streets, heading in a non-direct route to their house. When they arrived, they opened the door for Fayam, and Judy entered first, then motioned Fayam inside. Nick would follow after Fayam, and close the door. "Let's hope no one saw us," he said. "Alright, mister... whoever you are, what do you know so far?"
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(Oh. My. God.... I didn't notice that.... I'm so butthurt now.)
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"What is my setenation, Draco?" Shoon asked his guide.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
If you're heading to register your faction and territory, you'll want the Central District Government Enclave," Draco responded.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna and Mathayus encountered Raz as he wandered the manor. "Well, hello, little one," Anna greeted him. "How are you?"
Mathayus regarded Raz with an expressionless face, his aura giving off a dark twinge.
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Raz made a squeaking noise as he was surprised by them, but he gave a smile and nod in response to their question, but when he looked at Mathayus, he gave an unsure smile.
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*** New Berlin ***
Nick and Judy led Fayam through the streets, heading in a non-direct route to their house. When they arrived, they opened the door for Fayam, and Judy entered first, then motioned Fayam inside. Nick would follow after Fayam, and close the door. "Let's hope no one saw us," he said. "Alright, mister... whoever you are, what do you know so far?"
*New Berlin*
Fayam said proud: "I'm Fayam. Fayam Aerial, bounty hunter. I'm getting a serious reputation after catching the Tal Shiar Prophets, if you can remember 'em. And I know that there's this dude on the top of the Innie group which will land me cash if I shoot him. I forgot his name though. However I DO know that I get even more if I figure out their entire organisation."
*Tomahawk*
The warship was as good as complete. It was a stronger version of the Steel Leviathan, upon which Hor'kuu named it the Titanium Leviathan. "Really?" Farrar asked upon hearing this. "YES!" was the angry response. Omega, meanwhile, made the next step. Since the direct threat of Borg was gone he hoped to befriend general Korath. He called the KDF...
*Gaia*
After Anna got her weapon back she didn't know where to go next. She decided to fly back to the Milky Way and earn something flying cargo. However, walking back, she found the mechanic bringing Faith in optimal state.
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Central District Government Enclave it is then" Said Shoon directing it mostly the Taxi droid.
"Farwell Draco, and good luck on whatever you may do next".
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*Tomahawk*
Omega called: "KDF? Do you read me?"
*Gaia*
Anna approached the mechanic, saying: "Mechanic! How long? I wish to depart." He answered: "Not sure, capt'n. I guess roughly twenty to thirty minutes."
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**Outer Space**
A large fleet of ships (http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vn5YO6W76B8/UT5Xk5U1n6I/AAAAAAAACrk/-0XzL4FLpjQ/s1600/iron+sky+7.jpg) emerged from completely no-where. A message was broadcast across the galaxy.
"This is Commander Hertzog Blitz. Captain of the Royal N.I.C Navy. If there is any intelligent life please respond." The message would repeat.
Large groups of soldiers (http://orig10.deviantart.net/0de1/f/2015/075/5/e/wolfenstein_the_new_order_kommando_by_luxox18-d8m0isd.jpg) stood at attention in the main leading ship. Officers could be seen marching back and forth, checking the gear of all the soldiers... It seemed they were preparing for the worst.
"Oberluetnant Hertzog." A tall man in a neatly pressed black officer's uniform stood at attention.
Hertzog turned around and saluted. "What it is Joseph?" Joseph adjusted his collar and spoke in a stern voice, "We have scanned this galaxy twice. Reports suggest their is intelligent life. We are still not sure if they are hostile or not. Troops are preparing for the worst just in case."
Hertzog nodded, "Good.."
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The message of Commander Blitz would also reach Anthraxx.
From that direction an angry voice responded first: "Hey Hertzog! Havoc Jumbojet here, head of the Gaia Army Coalition. Whaddaya want? 'Cos if it's no good I'll have you shot in pieces if you dare come near Gaia! You're not much smarter than I-, uh, we are anyway."
A few minutes later a much calmer and nobler voice sounded: "These are the Toma-guards, guardians of Tomahawk, home of the Leviathans. Commander Blitz, what do you seek?"
Lastly a message, which said: "Leave us be. Terra," came roughly fifteen minutes after the call.
*Gaia*
Anna sighed. She really wished to do some cargo runs. "But," she said to herself, "patience is a virtue. Not just that. It's an art. That's what my father always told me, at least."
*Tomahawk*
Omega didn't expect the N.I.C., but he ignored the message, knowing the Toma-guards would respond.
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(What's the word with Alex?)
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(Alex is alive and well, and is planning RP events as we speak. I imagine some of them will be a part of the storyline she and I had going before her... debacle, but I will remind her of the RP stories she has going with the rest of us. It would help if I knew what she was doing with who so I can remind her where she left off.)
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
From the region of Coruscant, a message went out: "Commander Blitz, this is Supreme Chancellor Mon Mothma. I am receiving your transmission - please respond, over."
*** Qo'nos Orbit ***
"Omega, this is General Korath, of the House of Korath. I am receiving your transmission," came the gruff response of a somewhat-aged Klingon. "I have been expecting your call, ever since Brigadier Kault told the High Council of the Tal Shiar... plot. Do you require assistance?"
*** New Berlin ***
"Well, good luck there," Nick commented. "Cerberus is not an easy person to get close to. But Carrots and I know where you can start."
"Lord Hood told us ONI had seeded and leaked intel to the Insurrectionists that you might be willing to switch sides," Judy explained. "It wasn't easy, but Nick and I set up a meeting with an Innie 'recruiter' to talk of the possibility of being accepted among them. They'll take you to whatever base or fleet they're operating from when they accept you."
"They'll be suspicious, at first - but they're desperate enough that they'll accept nearly anyone at this point, in spite of Cerberus' reservations of open recruitment. Wherever they take you, from there, you should be able to pinpoint both the location of the Insurrectionist Command Staff, and Cerberus himself," Nick continued. He tossed Fayam a video recorder device. "Take as many pics as you can - especially of Cerberus and his commanders - but do so discreetly."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Mathayus! You're scaring him!" Anna scolded Mathayus.
"No need to fear, little one," Mathayus told Raz. "My aura may be dark, but I have no intention of harming you."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Draco waved goodbye as the taxi sped off to the Central District. The view from the sky would be nothing short of spectacular, and the Speeder would move unhindered through lanes and the dragons flying the skies, some with Jedi Crusaders on their backs, some without, and every so often, Shoon would be able to spot a dragon landing, then shifting to a humanoid form, indicating the person was a dragon-shifter.
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(sweet! NExt time you talk to them, tell them that her and I can restart on Felicity's story)
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz kept his distance from Mathayus, but when he spoke, Raz instantly Ran to Anna and hid behind her, out of sight from Mathayus
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*Tomahawk*
Omega said: "Well, not at this moment. But it'd be great if we could get a bond so we can call up each other if one of us needs help."
*Gaia*
Anna boarded anyway and started reading the latest news.
*New Berlin*
Fayam nodded. "Ok," he said, "I'm ready."
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(I'll be sure to pass that along, assuming Alex doesn't want to resume where she left off. I know she and I will be resuming our planned stories with Drake & Amie and Ketorr & Kia.)
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"It's okay, little one," Anna assured Raz. "Mathayus won't hurt you."
Mathayus knelt down to Raz, and spoke in his tongue, "You are afraid of me, young Razuel, and understandably so - few can see or feel my aura, but the few who do have openly admitted it is a dark aura. I cannot undo it, nor do I try; such a dark aura can be a tool... a deterrent, for those seeking to cross my family. I have seen and done things... I am not proud of. But I do them both to protect my family, and to serve my master - you may have heard his voice, the ancient dragon, Ahkrinviingah."
It was then that another aura, invisible to Anna, made itself known. Time seemed to slow to a crawl as, in what seemed to be a rift emanating a warm aura of peace and comfort that blotted out Mathayus' aura, an aged, white dragon approached Raz from behind Mathayus. "Lord Faasnu speaks the truth," he told Raz. His aura may be dark, but his heart is as pure as his brother's, no matter what blood stains his hands."
*** Qo'nos ***
"Simple enough, but I doubt you'd be interested in the war stories of an old Klingon," Korath sighed. "Still, what would you like to know?"
*** New Berlin ***
Nick went into a trunk behind the couch and retrieved a black cloak, handing it to Fayam. "Wear this; we told the recruiter - guy named Benny - that you'd be wearing that; that's how he'll identify you. Go to the marketplace; to further enhance your cover, we've arranged for an 'incident' - two marines will try and stop you, accuse you of being an Innie; take them out, but do not kill them - but most importantly, make it look convincing. If it goes well, Benny will come to you."
Judy looked out the window, then opened the door. "Get moving, while the coast is clear!" she whispered.
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Raz listened to Mathayus and strongly too, but as the time slowed around him, Raz looked around himself and recoiled when the white drake walked up behind Mathayus, and weird enough, Raz wasn't affected by the field that had been cast over time there, as there was a red bubble around him. Raz wasn't moved much as he couldn't find much kindness in blood on a man's hands... from past experiences with his former slave owner.
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A old man began walking towards Hertzog, his uniform was vastly different, a white officer's jacket and black pants with a long red strip going down the side. His hat was also white. Covering his right eye was an eyepatch.
He looked over at Hertzog and smiled, "Let me see the transmitter." Hertzog handed the old man it. The old man smacked his lips and spoke in a low toned raspy voice, "Chancellor Mon Mothman. This is General Oswald Stowe. Leader of the N.I.C, I've heard that this galaxy houses the well known... Galactic Society. Am I correct?"
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*Tomahawk*
Omega responded: "Actually, yes, I am. It might help us getting an understanding of why they attacked- besides our strategical position."
*New Berlin*
Fayam took the suit, put it on, and started moving into the mall. He didn't want to raise suspicion by hurrying, so he walked through casually, looking at random stores that, in reality, didn't bother him at all. He seemed relaxed, but inside tension was building up. He knew he had his gun and that he might be infiltrating sooner than he'd expected.
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
The party constantly sighed with amazment at everything around them, after a while Shoon coughed lightly and turned their attention to him "Eran, what is out fleet status?" A brown reletivly tall Dragon with short spikey brown but slowly transitioning to gray hair raised his left arm and checked information displayed on a lightly curved screen on it. He took a short while before answering "74% is already in position or close to it, Estimated 20 minutes until mass jump" Shoon answerd quickly without much thought "Good, update me as needed", "Roger that" Eran answered and with that the group went back to looking around.
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*** Qo'nos ***
"Those honorless Targs in the Tal Shiar rarely attack without reason - did they make any demands to you?" Korath asked. "Or try and trick you in some way?"
*** New Berlin ***
Fayam would wander for at least twelve minutes when two UNSC Marine personnel approached him. "Hey, you! Guy in the cloak, stop right there!" one of them shouted.
*** Coruscant ***
"We're a Galactic Society, yes," Mon Mothma responded. "Might I ask what your purpose in this region is?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The Taxi speeder would continue along its path until it came to the outer perimeter of the Central District, where, in the distance, a marble statue of High General Indari stood, holding one of his lightsabers pointed toward the sky in what seemed a heroic pose of leadership.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus seemed not to mind, but left Raz alone and headed off in another direction, and everything seemed to return to normal.
"Raz?" Anna asked, kneeling down to Raz. "Sweetie, are you alright?"
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Raz looked up at Anna and made a motion, wanting to be picked up. Fear was plain on Raz's face.
Raz had nothing against Mathayus... he was still having some unpleasant flashbacks from being a slave.
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*** Coruscant ***
"We're a Galactic Society, yes," Mon Mothma responded. "Might I ask what your purpose in this region is?"
Oswald replied, "We would like to expand our empire.. Not in a hostile way of course." He went quiet for a second. He tapped his foot and looked over at Hertzog.
"We would like to join the Galactic Alliance." Oswald said.
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*** Coruscant ***
"Oh... oh! I see..." Mon Mothma responded. "Well, we would be happy to accept new allies in these troubled times. However, I am not the one to speak to on the matter - we owe our alliance to the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps, headed up by High General Kyle Indari; he is the one to speak to about joining our alliance. A word of caution, though - he has enough on his plate as it is, between the Tal Shiar's power-playing, Emperor Zaarin's clandestine operations, the troubles with the United Rebel Front, and the unidentified transmissions coming from beyond the galactic rim. Alternatively, you could speak to his wife or his trusted friend, the Kaidon of the United Sangheili Republic, Thel 'Vadam."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna bent over and gently scooped Raz up. She gently shushed him and hummed a soft melody in his ear.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz pressed his head into Anna, his body being cold from the experience that happened to him earlier, and he wanted to forget about it and be comforted, "C-cold...."
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*** Coruscant ***
"Oh... oh! I see..." Mon Mothma responded. "Well, we would be happy to accept new allies in these troubled times. However, I am not the one to speak to on the matter - we owe our alliance to the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps, headed up by High General Kyle Indari; he is the one to speak to about joining our alliance. A word of caution, though - he has enough on his plate as it is, between the Tal Shiar's power-playing, Emperor Zaarin's clandestine operations, the troubles with the United Rebel Front, and the unidentified transmissions coming from beyond the galactic rim. Alternatively, you could speak to his wife or his trusted friend, the Kaidon of the United Sangheili Republic, Thel 'Vadam."
Oswald looked over at Hertzog and frowned, "How are they picking up the transmissions?!" Hertzog shock his head, "I don't know sir.." Oswald pocked him with his cane and swung it, "Tell the fleet to hold their position! If they keep moving the full fleet will be spotted!"
Hertzog nodded and marched away, Oswald cleared his throat and spoke, "I'm sure we can help General Indari, the N.I.C is a powerful force that could help... Take care of certain situations." He coughed then asked, "How can I get ahold of General Indari?"
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*Tomahawk*
Omega thought for a moment. "Well," he said eventually, "The Tal Shiar did slander the name of the DMC by telling that they never responded to Borg cases in time. Truth is clearly that the Tal Shiar just waited for a moment before showing up themselves. But for the rest they didn't make any demand."
*New Berlin*
Fayam looked around. He yelled: "Do you mean me? I'm not the only guy with a cloak here, you know!"
*Gaia*
The mechanic finally finished the job and Anna headed out back. "Faith to Gaia, leaving spaceport!"
The instant response was: "Ok!"
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*** Qo'nos ***
"That's... odd," Korath said with a frown. "Tried to trick you with a Borg attack, yet when it was discovered, they made no demands... that doesn't sound like their typical tactics. Could they have been after something on your world? Something alien in origin? Now that I think on it, there have been rumors that the Tal Shiar have been trying to collect any bits of technology that belonged to the Forerunners, the 'gods' that the Covenant once worshipped. Do you have anything that might identify or look as such?"
*** New Berlin Market ***
"Yes, you!" the first marine spoke, "Hands where we can see them!"
The other marine pointed an M7 SMG at Fayam, but it shook subtly - not enough for those around to spot it, but a clear reminder to Fayam: Disarm, incapacitate - but do not kill.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Shh, shh, easy, little one - I'll get you someplace warm," Anna assured Raz, continuing humming her melody to Raz.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The taxi would land at the central district taxi pad, where a droid would greet them: "Welcome to the Draco City Central District! May I be of assistance?"
*** Coruscant ***
There was a long pause before Mon Mothma could be heard again: "Commander, or whatever your rank is, I am sending details on how to get in touch with High General Indari - and, please relax; your fleet's transmissions are not what we've been getting. We just scanned your transmissions - the unidentified transmissions we have been getting are not yours; the modulations and frequencies don't match. Furthermore, these transmissions are intermittent, and transmitting from a different location than your fleet. However, if you come across anything regarding those transmissions, no matter what it is, it would be greatly appreciated by the members of our alliance if you reported it in. Be advised, however, if you seek out the transmissions' source, and run into trouble, all we would ask is for eyes and ears, not your life. Good luck, and may the Force be with you. Mon Mothma out."
Shortly thereafter, the computers on Oswald's ship would receive a subspace transmission - first part containing comm protocols and details for contacting General Indari; second part was what little intel was available on the unidentified transmissions, and where they appeared to be broadcasting from.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz calmed down and continued to snuggle into Anna as they headed somewhere to get Raz nice and warm.
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Oswald looked over at Hertzog, "Get working on finding that transmission." Hertzog saluted, "Yes, sir."
Oswald would slowly move across the ship's command center. Each step he took, his cane would hit the ground filling the already silent room with an eerie crack. Checking the details he would then pull out a device, he punched some numbers into it and spoke.
"High General Indari. This is General Oswald Stowe, leader of the N.I.C, we were told by Mon Mothma to contact. We would like to join the Galactic Society, and he said you were the one to talk with." He stood there. Silently, waiting for a response. He turned his head and nodded at one of the officers sitting in the room. The officer saluted and rushed out of the room.
**Main Ship's Docks**
Soldier's cladded in black uniform (http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/wolfenstein/images/7/77/Deathshead-Commando-Wolfenstein-The-New-Order-Villains-Concept-Art-723x1024.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20140428184809)s marched back and forth, the room was filled with huge platoons of soldier's preforming drills and firing test. This was the N.I.C's elite 'Krieg' division, they were known across the universe as elite soldiers who showed no mercy and could destroy whole cities in matter of minutes.
The officer was running across the top part of the hangar looking down at the soldiers. He stopped in front of a podium and coughed into the mic, "Attention. We are almost to our destination. General Oswald Stowe cannot be present so he ordered me to give his speech.." He pulled out a piece of paper, coughing then reading it.
Gentlemen, soldiers of the N.I.C. We have come a long way, the goals that my father strived for thirty years finally will become a reality. He wanted to expand his glorious empire across not just a single galaxy. But multiple... No, he didn't strive for multiple galaxy, he wanted more. YES! The universe! The multiverse! The whole of outer space! But sadly, he died before he could create his reality. But, I shall create this desire into a reality. We were defeated once. But not again, this time. We will rise from the ashes like a phoenix and bring hellfire onto anyone who dares question us! I ask you all, what do you wish for!?
All of the soldiers in the room lifted their weapons into the air whilst screaming, "Krieg! Krieg! Krieg!"
If it is Krieg, you wish. Then Krieg you shall get! We shall make our former great leader proud! We shall not let his dream go unnoticed! I do not ask for your pitty! I ask for your allegiance! I ask for your valor! Your honor! I ask for you to stand with me, no.. US! As one unstoppable force that the universe shall know, and fear! Will you all stand with me, arm and arm, weapons drawn!? If it is yes, let us sing the song of war!
The room erupted, the sounds of boots crashing against the ground filled the ship, they all sang (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNyOu5Gmm-A).
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((Is it possible for somebody to play a rare species collector or something like that? I feel as though Raz isn't getting too much attention.
Also, how's Alex doing?))
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*New Berlin*
Fayam sniffed. "Pha! I'm not going with you without a fight!" He drew his gun and intentionally shot just left of the marine.
*Tomahawk*
Omega was confused. "What? I haven't even heard of them. We thought they wanted Tomahawk itself! Only the remnants of other dragon races, exterminated under the rule of our king's grandfather, aren't Leviathan, by our know." He sighed. After a few seconds of silence he continued, frowning: "Is it...? Because I can remember something told to me in my young days..."
*Gaia*
Faith shot through space like a bullet, reaching the Milky Way within minutes.
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**[size=0px]Dragon'taan[/size]
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[/size][size=0px]In the sky, a single ship could be seen flying towards a forest. It resembled a large biplane. If Raz was near a window, he would be able to see it. Inside a crew of ten sang a traditional N.I.C moral song (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6d-28nn_gpA) [/size][size=0px]
[/size][size=0px]They knew radars would pick them up, but that was not on their priorities. They slowly landed in a forest, six soldiers (http://resources3.news.com.au/images/2013/10/30/1226749/636127-9c150dde-40e7-11e3-9370-fad865867213.jpg) jumped out of the plane along with four other people jumping out. This was the Nusumu Unit, tasked with surveying and collecting data. Their task was not to destroy but to learn.[/size][size=0px]
[/size][size=0px]One of the soldiers pulled out a tracker, he scanned the area. he put the device back and spoke over his comms, "No signs of life yet. Will proceed with mission." [/size][size=0px]
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Raz was being held by Anna and as they passed near a window, Raz saw the ship zoom by, and this had him quite confused.
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Shoon got out of the Taxi the party soon following "Hello, we wish to register our species and culture into your databank".
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(Alex is fine, Razuel - and PM me your "rare species collector" idea so we can discuss it. I agree that Raz isn't getting much attention, but you could always bring in a new character or two. Just a suggestion.)
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna seemed not to notice what Raz saw as she carried him to the master bedroom where she and Kyle slept. She set Raz down on a small bed, self-warming, and fit for a small dragon. Nearby was a plate of fresh food and water.
Anna then heard the comm transmitter beep, and she went over to answer it, being greeted by General Oswald Stowe.
"High General Indari. This is General Oswald Stowe, leader of the N.I.C, we were told by Mon Mothma to contact. We would like to join the Galactic Society, and he said you were the one to talk with." He stood there. Silently, waiting for a response.
"I'm afraid my husband has stepped out for the time being," Anna answered. "I don't know when he'll be back. I can ask him to contact you when he returns, however."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You'll want the Government Enclave, then," the greeter droid told Shoon. "It's the big dome-shaped building at the center of this district. Can't miss it."
*** New Berlin ***
The shot grazed the Marine's shoulder, and he dropped to the ground, spasms in his arm causing him to misfire his weapon and catching the other marine's leg. They both dropped howling in pain. A voice came from behind Fayam, whispering in his ear, "Come with me if you want to avoid time in a UNSC prison. Before you ask... name's Benny."
*** Qo'nos/Tomahawk ***
"Any information you have may shed light on the Tal Shiar's motives," Korath told Omega.
(And Mary... what are you referencing with Faith arriving at the Milky Way?)
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
As Raz was set down on the bed he immediately splayed himself on it, stretching out on the bed until he had gotten comfortable, he then looked at the food and reached over to it and grabbed a piece and starting to munch on it with his tail wagging
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(And Mary... what are you referencing with Faith arriving at the Milky Way?)
(Well, I just assumed that since the Galactic society has Earth in it, it must be in the galaxy Milky Way. Perhaps I should note you that 'Anthraxx' isn't a solar system but a galaxy too.)
*New Berlin*
Fayam kept his gun and his gaze pointed at the two marines as he said: "Sure. I hate prisons anyway. Even if I see my enemies in 'em."
*Tomahawk*
Omega sighed, and said: "Ok. In my childhood, my father told me a legend. Merely a story, I, like many, believed. But the more I think about it, the more I'm getting usure of it. I suppose I'll just tell you: the legend tells about an ancient civilisation. They are rumored to have lived on Tomahawk before the Leviathans. They would have a magic device with unimaginable power. Cliche, I know. Either way, it was lost with the civilisation. The story goes that it's still buried somewhere deep beneath the surface- too deep to scan for. We Leviathans haven't found it yet whatsoever. Not by digging, not by scan. So... the Tal Shiar might have heard it and check if it's not just a legend. I've got no clue as to how it spread to your galaxy, though. Well, perhaps Anna, the Gaian, told it. The Gaians, our neighbors, are the only ones I know to know about it. But if she did, chances are it spread fast. Keep an eye out for her starship, 'Faith', if you wish to ask."
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(News from Alex - no promises, but she'll be rejoining us sometime next month. Fingers crossed, my friends!)
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna seemed not to notice what Raz saw as she carried him to the master bedroom where she and Kyle slept. She set Raz down on a small bed, self-warming, and fit for a small dragon. Nearby was a plate of fresh food and water.
Anna then heard the comm transmitter beep, and she went over to answer it, being greeted by General Oswald Stowe.
"High General Indari. This is General Oswald Stowe, leader of the N.I.C, we were told by Mon Mothma to contact. We would like to join the Galactic Society, and he said you were the one to talk with." He stood there. Silently, waiting for a response.
"I'm afraid my husband has stepped out for the time being," Anna answered. "I don't know when he'll be back. I can ask him to contact you when he returns, however."
Oswald spoke with a kind but soft voice, "That is perfectly fine. I can wait." He went quite for a second, "Is there a place I can land my fleet? The vast emptiness of space is driving my men quite mad if I'm honest.
*** Near The Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
The soldiers were moving silently through the dark. They made there way towards the manor and stopped. Looking at it, one of the troops pulled a device out scanning the building. "We have a reading." The soldiers spoke over their radio, "Located what seems to be a large manor. It may be some sort of political leaders building, what shall our orders be?"
Back on the ship, one of the fleet commanders responded, "Enter it and try gathering as much data as you can. Do not engage at all."
The soldiers then tried entering through the back
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Very well, thank you for your help" Shoon was looking around when one of the party members spoke out pointing in the direction of the large dome "I think that is our destination" the party had started walking in the direction of the dome following the person who found it.
While walking they about they would ocsenaliy spot something that cought their eye and made them awe by the sight of it. None of the locals who heard them understood their tounge and they didnt understand the local as they turned off their translators.
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Angel was once a goddess of space, but she was stricken down one fateful day by her children, the stars, but one child, whom refused to strike her mother, and as one child destroyed the mother, her firstborn, the heir to being goddess was striped of her most powerful abilities which she had inherited from her mother, but Angel's secret lover, a now dead space marine.
This marine was one of the first whom had been tasked with observing a rare multi-colour dwarf star, in fear that an hostile force would understand it faster than he. so on the fateful night when all stars went dark to regret their dirty deed of murdering their mother, this dwarf star started to implode... but no energy or lashback explosion was made... everything just went calm, all noise was void as the vast space.The marine wanted to call for help, but all comms had been disabled as the station he was on had run off of the star's power.for almost a week, this marine sat in silence, the rest of his crew had been pulled out much much long ago as tensions on the space race grew, but they told him to stay, to keep an eye on this star, and he did, but today, through the window he used to watch through at the star, he noticed a flicker, a flicker that hadn't been there before. The marine took a tethered pod out towards the star's empty place and he found a floating girl, a very young girl, not much older than 3. She laid as though she were stuck in free fall, blue gaseous wings hanging below her. The marine scrambled to get on a space suit and retrieve the girl, but not until he was near death, Angel would wake up, but she was inside a pod, and once she did wake up, the comms came on and they immediately started waving a red siren, that startled the marine and killed him from a heart attack. But all sirens were wrong, however, nobody would know unless they checked.
By now, Angel was 18 years old, and since she had no idea of what to do, she pushed open her pod and started to wander the station, seemingly never going into the room where her savior was dead in.
As she wandered, all sirens went silent, but the signal was still blaring out, and behind her as she walked was a psychedelic gas that could cause minor happy hallucinations... she thought nothing of this as she had no way to control it.
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Forgotten Base Delta b-40
Angel wandered the station, finding lil knick knacks that she played with in the zero g that had become after the power had gotten low. She basically made the atrium of the station her bedroom as anything that wasn't nailed down and was soft, she brought into there.
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Near Forgotten Base Delta b-40
Outside the base. A fleet of N.I.C ships could be seen. From the largest ship something popped off. It was a pod, it went flying towards the base and as it got closer it began to slow down, it soon began to slowly drift towards the base, then. It landed near one of the windows. Soldiers (http://orig04.deviantart.net/184d/f/2015/160/e/1/killzone_2_helghast_rifleman_trooper_by_luxox18-d8wpljm.jpg) crawled out and began slowly making their ways towards an entry point... The fleet stood still waiting, for a few seconds it was quiet.... These seconds dragged on and on, feeling like minutes. Soon, the light sounds of shuffling could be heard far away in the base. These men were in the building and they were coming...
Although they were unaware of her presence they knew something was in here from the heat signatures found within, they were prepared for the worst case scenario though
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Near Forgotten Base Delta b-40
Angel sat in the Atrium, in where she resided, playing with fluffed up objects and little desk toys, but she stopped when she had heard a rumbling as the ship passed the Atrium.
By that point, she had already gotten up to walk around the base, seemingly and effectively, avoiding these soldiers, her blue gaseous trails from her wings the only thing giving her away, but she would never really be seen.
She did come upon a soldier that had wandered off from the group, sneaking up on him and grabbing his gun's barrel and tugging on it, she tugged on the gun and his helmet, but this gun had somehow broken down when she did as when the Soldier exclaimed in fear with a scream, Angel had gotten scared, causing her wings to create a cloud of her high inducing gas, so when Angel had disappeared again, she left the guard alone in the gas, this guard just babbling at hallucinations around himself, "Leader... It's so pretty~", he then fell back, continuing to babble.
The broken gun and mask laid on the floor beside this guard.
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Oswald was sitting in the shio, a cup of tea in his hands. He slowly drank it. An officer walked towards him and handed him a tablet.
"Sir somethings on that base.." The officer said.
Oswald sighed and grabbed the tablet, he read it....
"Whatever it is... We need it, capture It alive and bring it here."
The officer saluted and marched away.
The soldiers on the ship were ordered to stay in groups now. Most of the groups were in fours. Some were threes.
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Angel heard the amass of shuffles disperse, but she wasn't scared in the slightest. Angel was simply ecstatic with curiosity. She followed one of the groups, staying out of their view, leading them around by always staying ahead of them, and trying to show them this that she made. There was an old pile of now thawed meat in the shape of a chair, and another of a table, and beside it was a very old teddy bear.
She had lead them around to other little creations she made hoping that they'd like the little things she made.
As she ran around, she giggled like a little girl, thinking that these masked men were here to play with her.
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The soldiers all grouped up into one large squad.
"We're leaving this place..." Said one of the captains over the radio
"Negative, you will stay and capture or eliminate whatever is in that base." Oswald said over all of the men's radios in the base.
They all sat in a strange formation that would cover all angles in the room they were in.
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Angel had stopped running, looking for the men before she came to the corridor. She heard voices so she looked at the men with curiosity, but her figure appeared ore ghostly Tham anything.
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The soldiers all froze, one of them stood up and lowered his weapon, he slowly made his way towards the ghostly ore. He tried taking his mask off and it worked, he took a large breath and smiled, his eyes were bright blue and he was well shaved.
"Hello?" He spoke out.
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Angel took form as the one soldier came closer to her, and before he could get closer, she smiled and giggled as she started to lightly run away towards the atrium.
Angel's body was completely naked, but most of the other little bits were hidden.
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The soldier sighed and looked behind him, "Alfred... Do you have your accordion?"
Alfred poked his up from behind the large group of soldiers, "Yes? It's back on the pod, you know I never leave without it." The soldier quickly pushed him away, "Quickly get it!" Alfred ran back towards the pod...
Not to long, Alfred returned. The soldier quickly began clapping, "Play 'The Soldier's Polka (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ANoUg1WAFFY)' Alfred." Alfred nodded and began playing the accordion, the soldier turned his head at the other troops and nodded, they all started to do a strange Cossack style dance (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gqEtq34dSUo). They moved down the hallway at a moderate speed.
The goal was to get the girl to come out and join them...
They all moved their way towards the atrium
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Angel was playing with a small dragon plushie, it was soft and really squishy, so when she started to hear the music she got up and started walking towards the men, wondering what they were doing, all while she carted her favourite plushie.
She had left the door to the atrium open slightly and inside was an assortment of little toys and such. The atrium looked like it had been converted into a little girl's bedroom.
Angel slowly came closer to the men and started to get rather happy as she started to try and dance with the soldier's, which she fell over her own feet constantly.
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Instead of capturing her, they just kept dancing and singing... Something in them was stopping them from doing their job.. They smiled and kept singing, helping the girl whenever she fell.
On the ship, General Oswald Stowe sat waiting for a response... "What the hell is going on in there?!" he exclaimed. One of his officers leaned near him and replied, "Do you want me to send in reinforcements of some kind to check up on them?" Oswald nodded, "Yes."
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Angel laughed and giggled as the men danced with her, enjoying the music and their company slit as she held her favourite plushie in her hands.
She wanted to try and play the instrument, even though the noises from it would be screaming like a dying animal.
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From the distance, more soldiers could be heard.. But these ones sounded different, they sounded sinister, they sounded like they crawled from the pits of hell... The soldiers stopped and began to panic. one of them examined in a fearful voice, "It's them! The Krieg Division! We didn't do our job! THEY'LL KILL ALL OF US!" Alfred grabbed the girl and pushed her away, "HIDE JUST HIDE! Don't help! FIND A PLACE TO HIDE!"
As they marched closer, they could be heard singing (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mo-wZwn_WU0), their boots crashing against the ground with loud BOOMS. Their uniforms (http://orig12.deviantart.net/6067/f/2014/227/d/6/wolfenstein_the_new_order_kommando_by_luxox18-d7vbfus.png)were also vastly different as well. Something about them screamed 'STAY AWAY'
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(Don't know how to pause, huh? Well anyway just wanted to say I'm down a computer so I have a very difficult time posting since the internet is spotty just wanted to let you all know that for the time being I will not be posting in big rps until I can get my computer set up again. )
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(Is this still open to join)
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(It's always open to join, pal. Come and go as you like.)
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Name: Former Sgt. Blaine "Bear" Everson
Age: 27
Species: Ursine (Grizzly bear)
Height/Weight: 6'2"/161lbs
Planet of Origin: Earth
Faction: UNSC (Office of Naval Intelligence)
Occupation: ONI Section 3 operator (Black Operations)
Attire: [Non-combat: Standard black ONI dress fatigues (http://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/halo/images/8/82/HN_Hundley%26Gaines.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20140727011110)] (Combat: ONI variant of ODST BDUs' (http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/halo/images/8/8d/Odst2.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20080928175642), modified with a Mk. I Exo suit and high-fall foot supports. Helmet supports VISR v2 system)
Armor Markings: Claw marks on chest harness, painted bear skull on front of helmet.
Weaponry: MA5K Carbine Rifle, M6G Magnum, Carbon steel combat knife, standard UNSC frag grenades.
Personality: Quoted from a discipline report written by his CO, Blaine, known by enlisted men as "Bear", is sarcastic and goes "renegade cop" much to the chagrin of his fellow NCOs' and COs'. After years of combat, he feels little fear in life-or-death situations and often finds humor in the worse of it. He is open (to a point) to most, unless he feels otherwise. He maintains his cynicism, often blaming high command for mission failures and incidents. He's previously lost a few squads, one to Insurrectionists near Sedra and one in the War in . He is highly protective of allies in his mission, and ruthless to those opposing him.
Short Bio: Blaine is a former non-com officer in the UNSC Marine Corps and served in the late years of the UNSC-Covenant War, major events like the Battle of Earth (Mombassa, Installation 05). He later was recruited by ONI inside Section 3, as an operator. His role allows him to work as a mercenary, with no rules or restrictions. Unlike Spartans, Blaine has only been slightly augmented with a neural interface. He has earned a marksman proficiency accommodation while in service and has gone through ODST training 'school'. On a personal note, he is an only child and his family resides in the capital of Earth.
>>> ACCESSING ONI FILES: CONFIDENTIAL <<<
>>>> OPENING ONI PERSONNEL FILE <<<<
State your name and serial number.
"Blaine Everson, serial number 65309-2553-BE."
How do you feel about your position in ONI? Specifically Section Three.
"What do you want me to say? I go from operation to operation, kill a rebel leader here and steal some technology there. It pays good and enjoy my job...apart from the lack of sick days."
"I take it a day at a time, one step at a time. You lower level boys wouldn't understand what we operators go through on these ops'. It's not what the UNSC brass would tell you, that we are an unstoppable power. It can all fall at the drop of that recorder you have."
"Now if you excuse me, I need a smoke. I hope you do realize you'll have to redact most of that.."
>>>> CLOSING ONI PERSONNEL FILE <<<<
*** Reach, CASTLE Base underneath FLEETCOM COMMAND ***
Blaine stood in the armory level of CASTLE, checking over his loadout. Another day, same situation, He thought to himself. Tugging on the collar of his uniform, he pulled apack of cigarettes and lighter. Lighting a cigarette, he used his free hand to load a clip into his carbine. "Locked, cocked and ready to rock..", He said to himself. The alarm on his personal communicator went off, buzzing at his side. He clicked it to silence it and checked the screen, A dossier has arrived in your quarters. Blaine took a final drag off his smoke, grabbed his rifle and headed to his quarters.
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(Nice intro. I'll PM you the info on Frosty and Zuko tomorrow, time permitting. And to everyone else, I'll get back to you ASAP. Weather's bad here, and bad weather disrupts my internet signal.)
*** Reach Orbit ***
The UNSC Allegiance dropped out of Slipspace in Reach Orbit. A heavily-modified Thermopylae-class Supercarrier, it was loaded with the usual allied loadout - Plasma Turrets, Enhanced Archer Missiles, Siege MACs, and - most importantly - Heavy-Duty Shields. As usual, her commanders - Spartan-X050 Andrew "Frosty" Harrison and his stalwart Sangheili Companion, Zuko 'Vadam, were chatting on the bridge.
"... I'm telling you, we shouldn't leave him like that - Thel is too important to leave like that; what if the Covenant Remnant comes after him again?" Frosty said.
"And I'm telling you, old friend, Thel has it covered - when has my father ever not?" Zuko responded.
"Was that a rhetorical question, or should I crunch those numbers?" Frosty joked. Zuko laughed.
"Only you, Andrew, would dare jest with a Sangheili. But that business on Dragon'taan doesn't count - we all were caught off-guard there," he told his old Spartan companion.
"Speaking of business," Frosty asked, "Why did we come way out here, again?"
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Looking over the dossier on his projected screen, he flicked through the digital pages with his finger. It listed multiple actions reports from Insurrectionist attacks on UNSC convoys and outposts, along with casualty reports and cam footage. Watching over the footage, he noticed something off with the rebel weaponry. But before he could look further, a call appeared and the ringing echoed through his quarters. Colonel James Ackerson, read the screen and Blaine quickly swiped his screen. The Colonel appeared on the digital screen, in his gray decorated uniform. He seemed stoic, which wasn't a surprise with all of his projects that he hid from the other Sections. "Operative.", Ackerson stated. "Colonel, I was just looking over the dossier you sent me.", Blaine said, ruffling his short hair. "Then you noticed what I noticed. These terrorists are aligned with the United Rebel Front. What is more troubling is their weapons. I had some boys from your Section to investigate and they came back with a report stating the weapons were Covenant-class rifles and Needlers. I hope you know the implications of this, Everson.", the Colonel replied. Blaine did, this could mean war with the Covenant again and destruction for life in general. "Yes sir, I do. What are my orders, sir?", he replied, wishing it was just another day, same situation. "I have requested Fleetcom to redirect the USS Allegiance to Reach Orbit so you will rendezvous with a resupply convoy to meet with the Bridge Commander. Brief them on the situation, but be discreet. We must keep the full extent of this operation secret. Semper Vigilans, Operative.", he finished and the call ended. Blaine sighed and lit another cigarette.
*** Reach Orbit, Hangar Bay, USS Allegiance ***
Blaine stood inside the doorway of the D79H-TC Pelican, smoking a cigarette with one hand and holding his carbine rifle in the other. They had landed on the USS Allegiance, and he had finished fitting into his armor and exosuit. He tossed his cigarette aside, waved to the Marine onboard and stepped off. Blaine looked around the hangar section, examining all the workers and airmen walking about. Now where the hell are these commanders.., he thought to himself as walked to what he assumed was the elevator area, directed by above signs.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The citizens of Dragon'taan generally stayed out of Shoon and his party's way as they headed to their destination. They wanted no trouble with them, and neither did they want to be viewed as impeding their progress.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Depending on how many ships there are, you could land in the outlying countryside here on Dragon'taan, but for that, you'll want to take that up with--" Anna started. She stopped midsentence when she heard Kyle's distant voice from the front door of the manor.
"Honey, I'm home!"
"--Speak of my husband, and he shall appear. Still wanting to speak to him?" she asked General Stowe.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Reach Orbit ***
A pair of UNSC Marines - one of them a Vulpine and the other a Lupine, both of whom armed with the new Plasma Assault Carbines (think a scaled-down version of the Storm Rifle fit for a UNSC Marine or ODST to wield) - approached Blaine. "Commanders Frosty and 'Vadam await you on the bridge, Please follow us," the Vulpine told Blaine.
*** New Berlin ***
"I know what you mean," Benny told Fayam as he led him to a secluded area. "Anyway, what's your name?"
(That took a bit to type out, seeing as my cat WOULD NOT STOP CRAWLING UP MY CHEST INTO MY ARMS!!! lol Gotta love kitties...)
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Reach Orbit ***
"One hell of a reception..", Blaine muttered as he followed the Marines to the elevator section of the ship. They walked in, Blaine standing behind both of them. He flicked his cigarette out of the door as it closed, then checked his helmet and gear over. Hmmm, Spartan Harrison. Heard of him through ONI reports, he thought. Even though Spartans operated outside of ONI control, Section 3 preferred to keep tabs on them. Blaine also recognized the second name, and it was Sangheilian. That's just wonderful. A Spartan and an Elite. Makes keeping this secret a whole helluva lot harder, he thought to himself as he fastened his rifle strap. The elevator light appeared and a voice read, Bridge Command. Blaine followed the two Marines out of the elevator and towards his two new liabilities.
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Stowe picked up his radio and spoke with a humble voice, "I would love too."
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As the elevator reached the Bridge, the doors parted and the Marines would lead Blaine to the Bridge itself. Standing before the forward viewport were two figures - the first easily-recognizable as a Sangheili, with a modified Storm Rifle strapped to his back. The second was a Spartan in the Mjolnir-X Armor, specifically issued to the Spartan-X series. Attached to his back was an RX Hybrid H7M1 Assault Rifle.
The Sangheili looked over his shoulder, and, noticing who was behind the marines, bumped the Spartan. "Andrew," he spoke to him in perfect English. The Spartan looked over to his Sangheili companion, then turned around to see the Marines approaching with Blaine.
"Captain Harrison, Captain 'Vadam, sir!" the Vulpine greeted the two as he and his Lupine buddy snapped to attention. Harrison saluted them, then spoke,
"Than you, both." The two marines left Harrison and 'Vadam alone with Blaine. "Alright, don't keep me in suspense - what's ONI need this time?" he asked Blaine.
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Blaine immediately activated his command neural interface, normally only for UNSC Fleetcom but a perk of being an ONI operator was acquiring high-level tech. He pulled up the footage from the Sedra attack and played it through the Allegiances' bridge screen. "Two weeks ago, UNSC obtained this footage of a convoy attack near Sedra through a Marine's helcam," he stated, moving closer to the screen and pointing out the rebels. "The aggressors, which we have identified as members of the United Rebel Front, are armed with Covenant weaponry. Now apart from the obvious question of how the hell some Insurrectionists managed to obtain Covenant tech, I think we all know what this means for the UNSC," he said, finally focusing on the Spartan and the Sangheili. Blaine lit a cigarette and looked out the bridge windows, "If the URF gains enough steam and morale from these attacks, it could mean another full-out war that quite frankly, the UNSC can't afford.", Blaine looked back at the Spartan & Sangheili, waiting for a response.
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"I'm in agreement so far," Frosty said.
"As am I," agreed Zuko. "So... what is it ONI needs us to do?"
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"According to intel we've acquired, the next attack may possibly be on Sedra. ONI and HIGHCOM have ordered us to take a infiltration size squad and make sure this attack does not happen. And maybe then, we can figure out how they are acquiring this weaponry," Blaine finished, putting his cigarette out on his leg plate. He knew it much more than finding some weapons dealer. This had Covenant-interference written all over it, but the Spartan and Sangheili didn't need to know until he decided they did. He pulled up a map of the Orrichon system to the main screen, "I'm sure you two are familiar with the Orrichon system, home to Sedra. We're not necessarily allowed to commit combat operations on non-UNSC planets but ONI doesn't care. This is a black operation and you two should treat it as such," He pulled the map down and shut off his CNIs' connection. Blaine slicked his hair back and looked to the Spartan. "Now that business is done, let me introduce myself. Former Sgt. Blaine Everson serial no. 65309-2553-BE," Blaine held his hand out to Frosty, hoping he wouldn't crush his hand despite his own armor.
((I maybe slow to reply, I'm starting dinner))
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Frosty took Blaine's hand and shook it, just as normal as a normal human. "Captain Andrew Harrison, but most call me Frosty. Only one who calls me by my name is Zuko over here."
Zuko, not unfamiliar with such a human custom, extended his hand. "Zuko 'Vadam, son of Thel 'Vadam," he introduced himself.
"Helm, set course for the Orrichon system, engage at will," Frosty commanded his crew. Looking back at Blaine, he added, "Unless you have something else you need to do while were over Reach."
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Blaine looked to Harrison while shaking Zukos' hand, which was a first even for Blaine. He was normally used to rogue Elites trying to take his head off with energy swords. "No, I was told my effects would be moved to some form of quarters. And the Pelican that dropped me left supplies. I could use a drink, though. Where would I find that on this tub?", Blaine said to Harrison. He had two vices, smoking and drinking. He was constantly berated by ONI officers for his habits but as Blaine viewed it, combat would kill him before cancer or liver failure.
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(I wouldn't advise referencing alcohol here. Last time I did that, one of the mods warned me about that.)
"Depends largely on the drink," Harrison responded.
"If I may venture an opinion, the ship's cola is the best. But if you're looking for Alcohol... we have none. Well, we might still have a few cases of Ruby Bleils, after that last op on... what, Coruscant?" Zuko spoke.
"No, that was Nar Shaddaa - when FLEETCOM pointed us at Reelo Baruk," Frosty told his Sangheili companion. "Coruscant was when we picked up that... Mandalorian fella, whatever his name was..."
It was then that the ship went into slipspace, and Frosty motioned his head for Blaine to follow. "Come with me - I might have a few bottles of Juma Juice left. Just don't let Zuko get into it."
"Andrew. That was only one time," Zuko growled.
(Metal, gonna get to you on the next post; trying to think of how Kyle will greet your char.)
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Blaine silently followed, feeling a little queasy. He had gone through the slipspace process multiple times but could never get used it like most others. He slung his rifle over his shoulder, looking around. His training naturally kicked in, observing and analyzing. It was second nature, even in friendly situations. "So...Spartan and Sangheili. Bit of an odd couple, even with the whole end of the Covenant thing," Blaine asked, semi-jokingly, as he fumbled with his helmet.
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"We're not a couple - more along the lines of Battlefield Brothers," Frosty corrected Blaine.
"Andrew and I have seen a lot of action together. We represent what my father strives to achieve between the Sangheili and the UNSC," Zuko added. They soon arrived at the Captain's quarters, where Frosty went to his fridge and dug around, muttering,
"Now where did I leave that stuff...?"
Zuko turned to Blaine. "I have to admit, I'm surprised the Innies are so active - between the casualties inflicted on them by the Covenant during the Human-Covenant war and the pounding they took when they provoked Lord-Admiral Tokarev... I didn't think they'd have the nerve to pull off what you told us about, let alone acquire Covenant tech." He paused, then asked, "I wonder - did you ever meet Lord-Admiral Tokarev?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
There was a pause before a masculine voice came on the line: "This is High General Kyle Indari. To whom am I speaking, if I may ask?"
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"I've heard of him through intel reports on the UAC. Never meet him, though. That'd be a job for the UNSC brass, I just do grunt work," Blaine replied as he set his rifle down, along with his helmet. He hardly ever met with any brass outside ONI and HIGHCOM. And even then, it was videocom and strictly orders. No medals, no pats on the shoulder. But he preferred that to being a hero plastered over the galaxy. "So I noticed you haven't given me the third degree yet," Blaine stated as he lit a cigarette, "Normally when I get attached to a squad, I interrogated. I mean, they normally do a crapjob but they try."
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"Is there any reason we should?" Zuko asked, crossing his arms. "Something you haven't told us?"
"Found it!" Frosty proclaimed from the fridge. He rose, shut the door, tossed a blue bottle to Zuko, and continued, "Here - so you don't feel left out. That stuff, I know you can handle." He handed a red bottle to Blaine and added, "A piece of advice - if you or anyone in ONI comes across anything regarding Imperial ships operating in allied space... report it to Lord-Admiral Tokarev. And High General Indari, for that matter; Imperial ships out here can mean only one thing:"
"Zaarin," Zuko concluded after he took a swig from that blue bottle.
"I don't suppose you know of him?" Frosty asked. "We've got a few hours before we hit our destination."
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"Has something to do with the Empire if you're talking about Star Destroyers. I've had maybe one interaction with the Empire and it wound up in two dead troopers and a leg wound," Blaine replied, opening the bottle and taking a swig. He took another drag from his cigarette. "Why don't tell me about him? I promise not to record it," Blaine joked, rapping the camera on his helmet with his fingers.
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"Well, neither of us know much about him," Frosty said.
"All we know is that he was once an Imperial Grand Admiral who led a coup against Palpatine - and against all odds, succeeded," Zuko explained. "In his 'verse, he then proceeded to decimate the Rebels, exterminate all those with Force Powers. Wanted to erase force-sensitives from the face of his 'verse - and he got his wish. Now, he rules his Empire with an iron fist, and has been known to send 'disavowed' forces to probe the various factions in this Galaxy."
"Ever since the last war with him - that was fought between the DMC, UAC, and Zaarin's Empire," Frosty said. "Ever since then, he's been poking and prodding everyone. So far, hasn't tried his hand against the UNSC, as far as I know."
"He has probed the Sangheili - twice," Zuko added. "Regardless, that's as much as anyone knows. Only one who'd know more is the Lord-Admiral himself; has a bone to pick with him. More than once, when Zaarin's boys overstep their territory, he's been there to send them right back."
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Blaine took another drink and a final drag from his cigarette. "Maybe I should be interrogating you two. This is more than what the UNSC, hell even ONI, knows on the Empire. We've known about the probing parties but never had any hostile interactions," He finished as he fiddled with his knife. He wasn't lying about that, but he was about the recording. Blaine's CNI picked it all up, prepped it and saved it to be sent to Col. Ackerson back at ONIHQ.
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"Well, as I said, if you want to know more, talk to Lord-Admiral Tokarev," Zuko said. "Just don't try anything on him - it'd be a lot easier to ask him in a secure location. He's always looking for new allies to help him against Zaarin."
Frosty scoffed, "As if he doesn't have enough between the Marauder Corps, the New Cerinia Command under his wife, and the forces of the Imperial Alliance."
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"Well hell, we'll cross that bridge when we get there," Blaine shrugged and finished his drink. He wiped his mouth off and stretched his collar. "So what assets do you have on board? Drop pods would be best for a stealthy entry. Sedran tech is old enough that the HEVs' can get in without eyes on us," Blaine stated, ruffling his hair.
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"Well, if it's a drop pod you want, we have a bunch on board," Frosty said. "But if Sedran tech is as outdated as you say it is, we likely would have another option available."
"You're not suggesting--" Zuko started.
"It's either that or the drop ship, pal," Frosty interrupted. "And I won't lie, I don't think the kinks in the cloaking device on that drop ship were entirely worked out."
Zuko visibly shuddered. "... still remember the last time I went with the transporters," he said. "Just... ugh!"
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"If that's what you think, then we can do it. I only suggested the drop pods for cargo. I'm thinking with our numbers we could stand to bring a couple ODSTs' along," Blaine stated. As much as he respected the Corp, he trained along side Helljumpers when joining ONI and never found a better type of warrior apart from Spartans.
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"Fair enough," Frosty said. "Anything we should know before we hit our destination?"
"Tell me we're not using the Transporters this time," Zuko grumbled.
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"Well, Sedra is mainly forest-planet with a majorly human population. So, entry and exfil shouldn't be a problem unless we're spotted by SCG. Now, the major issue are the Innies. With Covenant weaponry, they are a bigger threat," Blaine replied, in a matter-of-fact manner. "We want to keep one alive long enough to extract any useful information. Odds are, the URF who are in a charge of this attack will be meeting outside of the capital. We drop in, drop them and fly out. Easy as cake."
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"Tell me he didn't just say that," Zuko grumbled.
"I would, but then I'd be lying," Frosty sighed. "Regardless, which would you prefer, mister Blaine - Transporters, which are quick and direct, and can be subtle as long as we don't beam down in an inhabited area; or the cloaked drop ship, which would be our most subtle option, but may or may not have a kink or two in the cloaking device?"
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"Let's go with the drop ship. I still don't trust that teleportation stuff," Blaine said, slightly grimacing at the idea of his atoms being pulled apart and put back. He stood up and slung his rifle over his shoulder.
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"Drop ship it is, then," Frosty said.
"Oh, good - for a moment, I thought you'd go with the transporters," Zuko sighed in relief.
"Well, once we get in orbit, mister Blaine, we'll have you select our drop zone," Frosty stated. "Perhaps I should--"
"Captains to the bridge - we're approaching Sedra; repeat, Captains to the bridge," came the voice of the Helmsman over the intercom.
Zuko nabbed his rifle, and Frosty loaded a fresh magazine into his weapon. "Shall we?"
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Blaine grabbed and put his helmet on, following Harrison and Zuko. "By the way, Frosty. Mister is what they call my father, you can call me Bear," He said as he caught up to them. As he finished his statement, his visor changed from a transparent yellow to a opaque black. He turned his rifles' electronics on, bringing up the ammo count, and began checking his gear as they walked to the Bridge.
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"You could have said that from the get-go," Frosty commented. They walked onto the bridge, where one of the crewmen shouted, "Officers on deck!"
"As you were," Frosty said. "How soon till the transition to normal space?" The second he asked that, the Allegiance emerged from slipspace into real space. "Alright, Bear," Frosty stated, indicating a vacant console. "Find us a suitable LZ, select what personnel you are taking with you - aside from us - and I'll have the instructions sent to the right people."
"Mister Wilson," Zuko commanded the young human at the tactical console, "Engage the cloaking device." The UNSC Allegiance then shimmered and vanished as Zuko muttered, "... and hope the people down planetside didn't see us appear from slipspace."
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"Don't worry, Sedrans are used to UNSC ships flying by. They may not like it but they deal with it," Blaine said, while connecting his neural interface to the terminal. Two klicks west of input location. He requestitioned three ODST troopers and spare ammunition. "Alright, all done. We'll drop in a few klicks from the supposed meeting site," Blaine said looking at Sedra through the front viewport. It'd been a while since he last set foot on that planet.
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"Let's get moving, then," Frosty said. "Commander Antares... you have the Conn."
A red fox standing nearby saluted Frosty. "Aye, sir!"
Frosty and Zuko started for one of the hangar bays. En route, Frosty told Blaine, "Bear, I will warn you - this Drop Ship isn't a typical UNSC design. Something a buddy of mine in the DMC refurbished; she's the one who installed the cloaking device and got the weapons refitted."
Some time later, they would step into one of the starboard hangar bays, where the drop ship stood waiting:
http://avp.wikia.com/wiki/UD-4L_Cheyenne_Dropship (http://avp.wikia.com/wiki/UD-4L_Cheyenne_Dropship)
Standing before that drop ship, conversing with what appeared to be the copilot, was the pilot - both of whom were Lupine. The pilot spotted Frosty and Zuko and snapped to attention. "Captain Frosty, Captain 'Vadam, sir!"
"Where are the ODSTs? I figured they'd meet us here..." Zuko muttered.
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Blaine looked around, spotting three canine troopers in drop shock armor. "There they are," Blaine said to Frosty, clearing his visor to talk to the troopers. They walked in unison, all but one carrying the ODST-standard M7s SMG. The final one carried a 99D-S2 anti-material rifle. The squad leader, named Lee, saluted the three and looked to Blaine, spotting the small ONI logo on his chest plate. "Are you the spook?" Lee asked, frowning. "Well, I'd assume so. You boys ready?" Blaine asked, Lee nodding in the affirmative. Blaine looked back to Frosty for his answer.
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"Get on board, strap yourselves in," Frosty told the lot. "Zuko... you know what to do."
"I'm just glad we're not taking the transporters," the Sangheili chuckled. The boarding ramp lowered, and Frosty and Zuko waited for Blaine, Lee and the ODSTs to board before boarding themselves.
"Brace yourselves," Frosty warned them, "This thing is a bit faster than the standard Pelican Drop Ship - and a lot more heavily armed. If we hit double trouble, my DMC buddy armed this thing to double as a support gunship."
"Let's just hope it doesn't come to that," Zuko commented as he sat in a space clearly designed for a Sangheili.
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"Alright lads, last one on the ship gets to be my bullet magnet," Blaine ordered from the top of the ramp. Before they strapped in, he looked over their setups and gear. "Full battle rattle? Okay then, let's kick it," Blaine stated to the captain, then sitting down next to Zuko. He set his rifle down between his legs, pulled his helmet off and lit a cigarette. Here we go off into the wild blue yonder, he thought to himself.
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As the pilots went through the pre-flight checks as everyone got strapped in, Zuko looked to Blaine. "You haven't been outside of UNSC space much, have you?" he asked him.
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"Not really. That's left to another intel group, and even then we ha e very little info on space outside our control," Blaine replied, leaning forward and pulling the hammer on his rifle. "I was in the war but even then, I mainly was on Earth. Mombassa, all that." He finished, pulling out his sidearm and sliding a clip in.
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"You were at Mombassa? Impressive. Not many can say they survived that," Zuko admitted. "But... you may find, as Andrew and I did, the Covenant and the Insurrectionists aren't the only threats out there, and a fair number of them have had their sights on UNSC space for some time. Tal Shiar, Interstellar Concordium, Zaarin's Empire... and that one Rogue Sith Lord, whatever his name was."
"Nazar," Frosty corrected his Sangheili friend. "Darth Nazar. Spoke to High General Indari's brother on that matter; he was a Sith Lord that was frozen in cryo-sleep since the Jedi Civil War, originally believed lost to the stars. Visiting salvage crew found his ship, inadvertently woke him, and he's been a thorn in everybody's side since then. Word is, he's looking for something here in UNSC Space. If you ever see him, steer clear - he's... not someone you'd want to tangle with."
"Stand by, people - we're taking off," the pilot announced. The drop ship shuddered as it lifted off the deck.
"If you ever do run into Nazar - or any lightsaber-wielding opponent, for that matter - a word of advice: Keep your energy shield charged, if you have one," Zuko told Blaine. "Lightsabers, while powerful, have trouble penetrating most military-grade energy shields, like those in my armor and Andrew's."
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"I'll be sure to remember that," Blaine said, tossing a cigarette to one of the ODSTs'. He began tapping his boot as he took a drag, then looking to Lee. "Hey, jarhead. Don't you guys have a cadence or something? Let us hear it, get us in the fighting mood," He asked, laughing. Lee looked to the other two troopers, and in unison they belted out:
"Helljumper, helljumper where you been?
Feet first into hell and back again!
When I die please bury me deep!
Place an MA5 down by my feet!
Don't cry for me, don't shed no tear,"
At this point Blaine had already joined in, remembering his time in boot camp. He sang this song many times before this.
"Just pack my box with PT gear!
Cuz one early morning about zero-five,
The ground will rumble, there'll be
Lightning in the sky!
Don't you worry, don't come undone!
It's just my ghost on a PT run!"
The three men and Blaine burst into laughter and yells of Oo-rah. Blaine even ribbed Zuko with his elbow in a friendly manner.
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"The Helljumper Cadence," Zuko chuckled. "I know it well."
"I'd advise some silence back there - any kind of noise can give us away, cloaking device or no," the pilot warned. Internally, everything remained unchanged except for the lighting, which went dark as the drop ship's cloaking device was engaged. Outside, the drop ship shimmered and vanished as it headed for the planet.
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From the distance, more soldiers could be heard.. But these ones sounded different, they sounded sinister, they sounded like they crawled from the pits of hell... The soldiers stopped and began to panic. one of them examined in a fearful voice, "It's them! The Krieg Division! We didn't do our job! THEY'LL KILL ALL OF US!" Alfred grabbed the girl and pushed her away, "HIDE JUST HIDE! Don't help! FIND A PLACE TO HIDE!"
As they marched closer, they could be heard singing (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mo-wZwn_WU0), their boots crashing against the ground with loud BOOMS. Their uniforms (http://orig12.deviantart.net/6067/f/2014/227/d/6/wolfenstein_the_new_order_kommando_by_luxox18-d7vbfus.png)were also vastly different as well. Something about them screamed 'STAY AWAY'
Angel looked at the men screaming, growing concerned as they started to run, and she ran after the man who had the accordion, trying to hide with him, following with what she saw them doing.
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"Oh, now I'm wishing we used the drop pods," Blaine sighed, stretching his legs out and taking a puff off the cigarette. He pulled his MEDREF patch out, slapped it on his left pauldron then looked to Zuko and Frosty. "So, I've been wondering about that Nazar guy. What's he exactly looking for in UNSC territories?" Blaine asked, laying his rifle in his lap.
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"No one knows," Zuko sighed.
"And it's not like we can ask him," Frosty added. "No one's ever been able to get close to him; he's like a ghost, most of the time, and the few times we actually had him cornered, or thought we did, he just upped and vanished without a trace."
"Whatever it is he's after, he wants it for himself - gods know why. And he won't hesitate to kill anyone or anything that gets in his way," Zuko concluded.
"LZ looks clear - touching down in five," the Pilot announced. Zuko readied his Storm Rifle, and Frosty checked the load of his MP340A3.
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As the ODSTs' hopped up in formation, Blaine tossed his cigarette down and stood up. He slid his helmet on, hissing as it sealed, and looked back to everyone. "Alright, we are two klicks out from the meet site! Check your fire and keep quiet! Oo-rah?" He yelled, the ODSTs' replying with a loud Oo-rah. Blaine then looked to Frosty and nodded, his visor turning from clear to a opaque blue-silver.
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Frosty and Zuko returned the nod, both of whom engaging their personal cloaking devices (PCDs) and following the ODSTs and Blaine.
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The ship shook with the landing and the ramp came down. Blaine's VISR activated and his HUD pulled up. He moved forward, ODSTs' in tow. He crouched down once outside the dropship, ordering each trooper to a defensive position. They were surrounded by trees, which shook with wind from the ship. "Alright, let's see what we got," He said to himself, pulling up the recon map in his heads-up display.
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*** Sedra ***
As the troops cleared out of the drop ship, the pilots put the ship in standby mode, ready to come online should the ship's weaponry be needed. Frosty took up position near the right flank, while Zuko quietly - for a being as large as he was - took up a position just ahead of the ODSTs. He looked slowly around, noting a strange occurrence on his motion sensor.
"Andrew, Bear - keep your eyes open," he whispered over the radio. "Getting ghost readings on the motion sensors.
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A lone, cloaked figure sat crouched on a thick, sturdy tree branch, watching the new interlopers who'd brazenly intruded on his current hunting ground. Three wore armor he recognized as ODST armor; one was wearing a different variation he was not familiar with, and two of them were nearly invisible to his hunting mask.
All of them were armed, as far as the hunter could tell.
But, as tempting as these new interlopers were, they were not his target. He returned his attention to his real target - a lone Dathomirian human, creeping through the forest foliage...
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Blaine stood up and slowly moved forward, making a gesture for the rest to follow him. He swayed his MA5K assault rifle around, checking for any movement. "I'm not seeing anything, what about you Lee?" Blaine asked. Lee replied, "I got nothing. Garcia?" The trooper with the sniper rifle shook his head. Blaine breathed heavily, checking distance to the meet. "1 and half klicks outs, be ready for anything."
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(Question, Blaine - the gif pic in your sig; what movie is that from? And don't mind the Hunter I'm using - just a side-event. Unless you want him to become involved.)
Zuko and Frosty followed the ODSTs to their destination, Zuko keeping an eye on his motion sensor. It was still giving off ghost readings every now and then, and it was making the Sangheili jittery.
Someone was watching them.
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The hunter had no choice - the "Innie" that had been watching from the trees had unfortunately stumbled across the hunter, and had his radio not gone off, he would have reported the hunter to his pals - and worse, given his position away. The Innie ran, but was cut short when he was ambushed by the Hunter, cloaked in his PCD. But just when he thought the unintentional prey was dead, a shot rang out, and briefly disrupted his PCD field - though he was removed from the area the interlopers were in, and would not have been seen, he did take a hit, and howled:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8tZVlPi0lA (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8tZVlPi0lA)
(Listen to the third sound for how the Hunter howled.)
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((It's from the We Are ODST trailer, at the end. Probably one of the most spine-tingling trailers Bungie made. And yeah, you can involve him. It'd be a great plot shakeup))
"Freeze...", Blaine ordered over the radio. He crouched down and looked around, trying to get a location on the howling. But before he could, he could hear yelling and movement from the objective zone. They were only half a klick away, they had to rush to get the target. "Move to the site, they're gonna bug out!" Blaine yelled, going to a full-on sprint toward the Innies.
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Since they were abandoning stealth, Forsty and Zuko disengaged their PCDs and sprinted off with the ODSTs, and Frosty hoped they weren't too late.
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The hunter's quarry was on the move. He didn't have time for first aid, and the wound was minor - he could still hunt with it. He moved across the canopy, jumping from one sturdy branch to another. The interlopers were on the move, too - moving toward his quarry.
He had to get there first.
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Blaines' VISR finally acquired the targets, thirteen in total outlined in red. The one outlined in gold was the main target, a lieutenant in the URF. "Open fire! Leave the mark to me!", he yelled as he started firing on targets. The ODSTs' set up positions, one still following Blaine. Blaine looked back only to see the ODST take a needle to the visor, instantly collapsing to the ground. He looked forward and struck one of the aggressors with his rifle butt, then dispatching him.
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Frosty and Zuko went in guns blazing, but another snag developed - the second the team made themselves known, a strange sound marked a weapon discharging, and thick bolts of plasma began raining from the treeline, targeting...
A crimson lightsaber went active, and deflected one of the Plasma Bolts back at the assailant who fired it. Something in the trees moved before the bolt could hit it, and another plasma shot lashed down from above.
"Something you forgot to mention, Bear?" Frosty asked between controlled bursts from his weapon.
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"How in the hell should I know?" Blaine yelled back, after dragging the dead ODST behind a tree. He returned fire, dropping two Innies in quick succession. "I already told you they had Covenant weaponry!" He stated, pulling a clip out of a pouch and reloading his rifle. Blaine turned, targeted the mark and clipped his legs. Turning back around, he noticed something metal land five feet ahead of. It was a grenade. Blaine turned and clinched to the tree, as the grenade exploded. His armor caught the blast but he was shook up, his ears ringing.
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(And Mary... what are you referencing with Faith arriving at the Milky Way?)
(Well, I just assumed that since the Galactic society has Earth in it, it must be in the galaxy Milky Way. Perhaps I should note you that 'Anthraxx' isn't a solar system but a galaxy too.)
*New Berlin*
Fayam kept his gun and his gaze pointed at the two marines as he said: "Sure. I hate prisons anyway. Even if I see my enemies in 'em."
*Tomahawk*
Omega sighed, and said: "Ok. In my childhood, my father told me a legend. Merely a story, I, like many, believed. But the more I think about it, the more I'm getting usure of it. I suppose I'll just tell you: the legend tells about an ancient civilisation. They are rumored to have lived on Tomahawk before the Leviathans. They would have a magic device with unimaginable power. Cliche, I know. Either way, it was lost with the civilisation. The story goes that it's still buried somewhere deep beneath the surface- too deep to scan for. We Leviathans haven't found it yet whatsoever. Not by digging, not by scan. So... the Tal Shiar might have heard it and check if it's not just a legend. I've got no clue as to how it spread to your galaxy, though. Well, perhaps Anna, the Gaian, told it. The Gaians, our neighbors, are the only ones I know to know about it. But if she did, chances are it spread fast. Keep an eye out for her starship, 'Faith', if you wish to ask."
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
There was a pause before a masculine voice came on the line: "This is High General Kyle Indari. To whom am I speaking, if I may ask?"
Oswald coughed rather viciously then spoke, "Good evening High General Indari, my name is Höchste General Oswald Stowe leader of the N.I.C. We come from an entirely different galaxy, and we've heard many things about the Galactic Society." He went quiet for a second, slight mumbles could be heard from two people. He got back onto the radio, "The N.I.C would like to join the Galactic Society, and I was told you would be the best person to talk with."
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(Uh, Mary... could have sworn I got back to you on that one - page 169. Or did I miss the part on Tomahawk?)
*** Sedra ***
Another plasma bolt lashed down from above, and the Sith deflected it with his lightsaber. He gestured, and something fell from the trees into the combat area. Electricity sizzled, and another alien appeared:
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The creature roared in defiance, drawing a cortosis-laced sword.
"What the hell is that thing?" Frosty asked. His shields flared, taking the brunt of a pistol shot, and he whirled around to down two Innies, and just as he looked back at the creature and the Sith, they lunged at each other.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Kyle spoke. "Well, we can certainly accomodate you, but I must admit, you picked a hell of a time to stop by - we're beset by a few enemies and trying to ascertain whose unidentified transmissions we keep getting. We already eliminated most of our usual enemies - Tal Shiar, Zaarin's Empire, Insurrectionists, Covenant Remnant... not even the Interstellar Concordium or the Cardassian True Way are behind them." He paused, then continued, "I hate to ask, but with the current climate being what it is, would you mind investigating these transmissions, find out if they're friend or foe?"
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"Call your pilot! NOW!" Blaine yelled, shooting the last Innie who didn't flee at the sight of the alien. He bolted towards the mark, hitting him over the head with his rifle and throwing his limp body over his shoulders. At this point, one of the ODSTs' picked up the fallen trooper and started moving toward the LZ. "Fall back!" Blaine ordered, using his free hand to fire at the Sith and alien.
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Blaine's shots seemed not to even hit the warring alien and sith, as they dueled for each other's heads, moving with inhuman speed. Zuko called the drop ship, and Frosty ran over beside Blaine. "Don't shoot at them! If they want to kill each other, let them! It makes a good distraction so we can get the hell outta dodge!"
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Blaine nodded and began to follow the group, still looking over his shoulder every few seconds. The seconds became minutes as he solely focused on getting to that dropship. That thing...that was supposed to be a damn myth, he thought to himself as the sounds of leaves rustling got louder. "We're almost at homeplate!" Blaine yelled, hoping he was right.
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The drop ship, weapons ready to fire, appeared just ahead, boarding ramp lowered, ready to take on her original passengers. The duel between the Sith and the alien Hunter could still be heard, between clashes of metal and energy and the roars of the alien and the battle cries of the sith.
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Blaine and the ODSTs' rushed into the dropship, dropping the unconscious Innie and fallen trooper inside. They spun around, weapons aimed at treeline."Get in, we have you covered!" He said, pulling his helmet off which showed the confusion on his face. The sounds echoed towards them, Blaine hoped they would be long gone before either of those things came to finish the job.
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(Uh, Mary... could have sworn I got back to you on that one - page 169. Or did I miss the part on Tomahawk?)
*** Sedra ***
Another plasma bolt lashed down from above, and the Sith deflected it with his lightsaber. He gestured, and something fell from the trees into the combat area. Electricity sizzled, and another alien appeared:
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The creature roared in defiance, drawing a cortosis-laced sword.
"What the hell is that thing?" Frosty asked. His shields flared, taking the brunt of a pistol shot, and he whirled around to down two Innies, and just as he looked back at the creature and the Sith, they lunged at each other.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Kyle spoke. "Well, we can certainly accomodate you, but I must admit, you picked a hell of a time to stop by - we're beset by a few enemies and trying to ascertain whose unidentified transmissions we keep getting. We already eliminated most of our usual enemies - Tal Shiar, Zaarin's Empire, Insurrectionists, Covenant Remnant... not even the Interstellar Concordium or the Cardassian True Way are behind them." He paused, then continued, "I hate to ask, but with the current climate being what it is, would you mind investigating these transmissions, find out if they're friend or foe?"
Stowe was quiet for a few moments. He muted his transmission and turned his head towards his officers, "What shall we do?" One of the officers stepped forward and replied, "If it's a foe. Take them out and take there planet for our own... If It's a friend. Well that's up too you."
Oswald nodded and spoke again, unmuting his transmission, "We would be glad to help. Can you send us the coordinates towards rhea transmissions?"
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((Stowe, I'm still waiting on your reply))
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Finally after some walking and possibly getting lost once or twice due to curiosity, Shoons party reached the grand dome.
( What do they see when they enter?)
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Blaine and the ODSTs' rushed into the dropship, dropping the unconscious Innie and fallen trooper inside. They spun around, weapons aimed at treeline."Get in, we have you covered!" He said, pulling his helmet off which showed the confusion on his face. The sounds echoed towards them, Blaine hoped they would be long gone before either of those things came to finish the job.
((So just wondering, is the Sith the one that was talked about?))
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(Yes, he was. And you can bet I'm not killing him off *that* easy ;) )
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Transmitting last known coordinates now," Kyle said, transmitting requested info. That done, he added, "Transmission away. Now, let me be clear; it does none of us any good if you go there and get killed. If you hit trouble, don't risk anything - all we ask for is eyes and ears, not your life. If what I sense in the Force is any indication, something is going on out there. Understood?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
(Shoon, think of the Government Enclave as being similar to the Pentagon or the White House. It's a governmental capital building.)
A Dragonarian aide approached Shoon and his party. "Hello! Welcome to the Dragon'taan Government Enclave; how may I assist you?" she asked.
*** Sedra ***
Frosty and Zuko boarded the drop ship and the boarding ramp rose before the craft took off; the Spartan/Sangheili duo barely had time to get strapped in.
"What the hell are Yaut'ja doing in UNSC Space?" Zuko sighed hoarsely as he tried to catch his breath.
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Blaine froze for a minute, before throwing his rifle down and running his hands through his hair. He stood up, pulled out a cigarette and lit it before turning to Frosty. "We got a report from a routine check up on a outpost. They found the outpost but everyone was dead. Plasma burns and melee wounds. I'm going to assume it was that thing." He finished, as he looked at the fallen trooper as Lee covered him with a tarp. Same day, same situation, Blaine thought even though this was looking to be a totally new situation.
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Hello" Shoon and the party bowed slightly and risen up again without a pause "We would like to register our species into your society, and learn as much as we can about it".
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(Uh, Mary... could have sworn I got back to you on that one - page 169. Or did I miss the part on Tomahawk?)
(1: You replied. 2: You forgot Tomahawk.)
*New Berlin*
Fayam was cautious not to tell his real name. He knew it was likely they knew he was a bounty hunter. So instead of replying "Fayam Aerial" he introduced himself with: "The name's Tron Highup."
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--Unknown Space Station--
The soldier grabbed the girl and pushed her towards a cabinet, he made a shushing sound. The other troops could be heard getting closer.
--Main N.I.C Fleet--
Oswald smiled and replied, "Thank you. We will investigate in a short while." He muted the transmission and yelled, "Tell the Kreig Unit to hurry up in the space station!" The officer nodded and rushed away
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Unknown Space Station==
Angel stumbled back into the cabinet, wondering why she was pushed so hard into it, but she took the hint, thinking it of as a sort of game, not knowing the true danger that was coming.
* Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz had been sleeping on the child's bed he was set on quite a while ago, and through the sleeping, his dreams turned to nightmares as he saw burning, but it wasnt normal fire as this free hurt him, as normally fire wouldn't. Raz wanted to wake up so badly, but couldn't, and his noises of struggle soon emitted from his sleeping body, almost sounding like crying... Razuel was experiencing a fever, one that draglings of his species face after mere moments of being hatched from their egg, however Raz had never had the fever until now, and this illness, because of how long he waited, could be fatal if not cared for quickly with more exaggerated methods of treating a fever.
He also needed a special plant called the Soul Bulb, commonly used as a method to stop people from drinking ship fuel, due to how toxic and poisonous the bulb itself is, however Raz needs the plant, the bulb itself, boiled into a drink of sorts... and currently, most fuel is being made off planet, so there may be a chance of these bulbs being here growing on their own...
the Soul Bulbs grow in always bright climates, poisonous thorns growing out from their roots that are deadly, but recoverable, by normal people, and harmless to dragons pure of heart, or ones being the sole parent of a Soul Stone Dragon.
(Back to Raz)Raz was being hit hard from the illness, his body temperature was rising rapidly to the point of where if somebody not attuned to heat were to touch his scales, their hand would burn as if sticking a hand in a boiling pot of water.His temperature was really really high, almost magma hot, but the sheets, nor the mattes, nor any for of fabric would catch fire... but the intense heat would be felt from him like a searing hot ingot.
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Raz moaned and groaned and cried in his sleep as the fever hit him.
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Blaine froze for a minute, before throwing his rifle down and running his hands through his hair. He stood up, pulled out a cigarette and lit it before turning to Frosty. "We got a report from a routine check up on a outpost. They found the outpost but everyone was dead. Plasma burns and melee wounds. I'm going to assume it was that thing." He finished, as he looked at the fallen trooper as Lee covered him with a tarp. Same day, same situation, Blaine thought even though this was looking to be a totally new situation.
bump bump
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(Raz, you do realize no one in Indari Manor is gonna know that, right? Unless you bring in an expert on your dragling. Or Anna calls one. We can discuss details over a PM.)
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna checked up on Raz, still sleeping on the bed she put him on. She touched his skin, but her hand immediately jerked away, as he was boiling hot. "Honey... has anyone fed Raz anything recently?" Anna called out to Kyle.
"Uh, not since he went to sleep, why?" Kyle called back.
"He's burning up like a kettle of water," Anna responded.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, registering can be done here, but learning about our society... that can be done at the historical museums and such from the major worlds of our galaxy. Regardless, this way please," the aide said as she led Shoon and his party toward an appropriate office. She knocked on the door and spoke to the Kemorainian with pale green dragon eyes, "Ambassador Makkar, some newcomers to GS."
The Kemorainian dragon-shifter motioned his hand. "Please, come in," he said, his voice sounding serpentine.
*Tomahawk*
Omega sighed, and said: "Ok. In my childhood, my father told me a legend. Merely a story, I, like many, believed. But the more I think about it, the more I'm getting usure of it. I suppose I'll just tell you: the legend tells about an ancient civilisation. They are rumored to have lived on Tomahawk before the Leviathans. They would have a magic device with unimaginable power. Cliche, I know. Either way, it was lost with the civilisation. The story goes that it's still buried somewhere deep beneath the surface- too deep to scan for. We Leviathans haven't found it yet whatsoever. Not by digging, not by scan. So... the Tal Shiar might have heard it and check if it's not just a legend. I've got no clue as to how it spread to your galaxy, though. Well, perhaps Anna, the Gaian, told it. The Gaians, our neighbors, are the only ones I know to know about it. But if she did, chances are it spread fast. Keep an eye out for her starship, 'Faith', if you wish to ask."
*** Qo'nos ***
"I see," Korath said. "Seems like something the Tal Shiar would want... I'm surprised they haven't made a second attempt to attack you over it. I will look into this personally; if you wish, I can also dispatch a battle fleet to ascertain where exactly those green-blooded Targs are striking from."
Blaine froze for a minute, before throwing his rifle down and running his hands through his hair. He stood up, pulled out a cigarette and lit it before turning to Frosty. "We got a report from a routine check up on a outpost. They found the outpost but everyone was dead. Plasma burns and melee wounds. I'm going to assume it was that thing." He finished, as he looked at the fallen trooper as Lee covered him with a tarp. Same day, same situation, Blaine thought even though this was looking to be a totally new situation.
*** Sedra Orbit ***
"It would not surprise me," Zuko responded. "Yaut'ja Hunters are known for bloodbaths like that. But to encounter one and the Rogue Sith we spoke of earlier..."
"That's not an everyday encounter," Frosty sighed. "And I'm wondering what the hell Nazar was doing on Sedra in the first place - it had nothing of value to him."
*** New Berlin ***
"Well, mister Tron, you come highly recommended; and you have your own grievances with the UNSC. Mind if I ask what exactly they did to you?" Benny asked.
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"Well, I doubt he knows the reason," Blaine replied, before punching the captured Innie awake. He snapped up and his face went pale, noticing the company surrounding him. "What the hell?! What do yo-", the Innie spouted before Blaine kicked him in the mouth and pulled his head down, revealing a neural interface. "That's what I want." Blaine stated, knowing he'd have to kill the Innie before he could extract the NI.
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
After the mentioning of museums the party had some frowned faces with a hint of disappointment, yet they didn't say a word and followed.
Entering the room the party bowed lightly and rose before Shoon spoke "Hello, we would like to register our species. And if I may ask you, are there no neurotransmissions or must we study it the old way?"
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((I do understand, yes... I have another character, his name is Fawn (http://www.furaffinity.net/view/22105990/)... I'm going to play him as a Medic, having gone awol from the army after they told him that he couldn't use his resources on civilians on home planets...))
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz tossed and turned, groaning and moaning from the pain he was feeling, waking up when he felt the hand touch him and jerk away.
Raz opened his eyes slightly, worry and sadness and pain on his face, "Hot... Hurt..."
***Battered Barn, New Cerina***A few miles outside the main cities and towns, stands a broken barn, and inside is a makeshift medic bay, run by a former soldier by the name of Fawn.
Fawn had been apart of the army on Dragon'taan for quite an amount of years, but after accidentally hearing the wrong thing, he left the reserves, still owning a uniform from the army, a badge on it labeled as 'Medical General', which is what he uses as his street name... he wasn't known very much anyway, so he hadn't a worry about being tracked down.... except from stealing meds from pharmacies to use on his patients. He was given a pager and phone one night after one of his patients had walked out as good as new, and returned with the gift, and from then on, he has been using them for clients who lived off world or ones that were far away, either going to them, or having them come to him.
Fawn was just finishing with a boy who had been hit by a car, having used sterile metal equipment to replace broken bones in a matter of minutes.... he saw things like this before... but tried to forget those experiences.
He doesn't fear the army... he just fears that he will be noticed and found out by the army.
Only recently, his talents were reaching Dragon'taan, causing the cargo businesses to look at their cargo more closely to prevent stowaways.
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Name: Fawn
Age: 23
Gender: Male
Species: Anthro Fox
Attire: https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/12/0b/23/120b23467ec54940e3d2afd905ce5413.jpg (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/12/0b/23/120b23467ec54940e3d2afd905ce5413.jpg) With the helmet being removable, and there being a scratched out logo on the shoulders
Weapon: Syringe Gun, Advanced Pocket Omni-Tool (Laser Attachment)
Short Bio: Fawn was once a medical general, highest in his field, but after being told he was not allowed to help the hurt children on Dragon'taan by a now-dead corrupted higher officer, Fawn left in a fit, with little to no struggle to leave. He later bunkered down in an old barn outside New Cerina after hitching onto a cargo ship to the moon. 2 years later, Fawn took an injured homeless family back with him to his little home, patched them up and sent them on their way, word spread and lower families started going to him with infections, both fatal and contagious... so he normally stayed in his suit to avoid getting sick.
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(Just waiting on Mary to post before I make mine, people. Not gonna let this die.)
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*New Berlin*
Fayam was nearly saying he thought they didn't pay him enough, but held back and turned the story around: "Well, I've been in prison for years after they set a bounty hunter on my back. Those were the worst days of my life! URGH!"
*Tomahawk*
Omega replied: "She's not often here anymore since she left for your area. However, recent intel suggests she's headed to the region again. We can't know where exactly, though."
*Outer Space*
Anna kicked back in the pilot seat as she let the ship fly itself. She went out of warp-drive in the victinity of Coruscant. Then, in a wild mood, she decided to land right there. The copilot couldn't get why, but sought out contact anyway: "Coruscant, this is Klean, copilot of Faith. We -our captain, that is- wish to land here."
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*** Sedra Orbit, approaching UNSC Allegiance ***
The UNSC Allegiance de-cloaked to take in the drop ship as Frosty looked at the NI. "Is that what I think it is?" he asked.
"I'm seeing it, too," Zuko added. "A Neural Interface. What would an Innie be doing with one of those? Those are UNSC Issue." He eyed Blaine, a hint of suspicion in his eyes. "Something you didn't mention?"
"Probably," Frosty said, "But we still have a common enemy - now three. We do not need a feud with ONI on top of them."
*** Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, the Medical Corps was looking into the possibility of neurotransmissions for non-dragon-shifters, similar to the method a dragon-shifter can copy his knowledge into a willing mind. The results were very promising," Ambassador Makkar explained, sliding a portable computer terminal toward Shoon with obvious fields to fill out regarding his species. "Just fill that out, and we can get started with your faction's registration. Anyway, General Suleyk - the man in charge of developing the neurotransmission technology - decided to suspend release of the tech in the wake of the eradication of the Borg Collective and the Borg technology Marauder Corps and New Cerinia Command forces recovered from the Covenant Remnant, among other sources."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Without putting his hand on Raz, Kyle used the Force to try and ascertain what exactly was happening. "He's burning up badly, but I can't tell what's causing it. Where's Maria?" he asked.
"She went to New Cerinia, said something about a rumor about a doctor who knew Draglings better than she. Mathayus went with her," Anna responded.
"Alright... put out an open-comm transmission for help in this matter - here and New Cerinia, see if we can get professional help - with luck, it may draw out the doc Maria went looking for," Kyle requested. Anna nodded and hurried off. Kyle put a hand on Raz's head, seemingly not affected by Raz's extreme tempurature. "Hang in there, son - we're getting help."
*** Near Battered Barn, New Cerinia ***
Maria - the female white tiger with black stripes - and Mathayus - the blue Cerinian Fox with Amber-yellow dragon eyes - stepped from their landed ship, a Pelican-class Drop Ship that had flown from the hangar of Mathayus' flagship, the refitted Infinity-class Star Dreadnought Indomitable Crusader.
"Honey, you sure it's alright to land the Pelican here?" Maria asked.
"It's an abandoned farmstead," Mathayus responded, making sure one of his several lightsabers clipped to his belt stayed there on a fastening that really needed a good welding. "Damn thing... need to get little brother to fix this..." he muttered. He stopped fiddling with the weapon and continued, "The original family won a galactic lottery and moved to Coruscant, and no one has bought up the land."
*** New Berlin ***
"Oh, I see. The prisons are bad enough - the economic restrictions and sanctions they put on you when you get out, regardless of your behavior in their 'correctional system'... those are even worse," Benny said, boarding the waiting drop ship. "I understand where you're coming from, there - spent ten years in a UNSC Penal Colony in the Brental Aseroid Facility, near the UAC Outpost Hood, before I was recruited by our recruiter inside the UNSC there - the warden, William Smithers. Good man." He motioned for "Tron" to follow him. "Don't be shy, pal - we're just heading to our base in this region. Don't worry about being spotted - this thing is outfitted with a cloaking cloaking device; a gift from our Tal Shiar friends."
*** Qo'nos ***
"If we can get a lead on her, we can send her an escort to get her home," Korath suggested, "Though, to be honest, you'd have a better time getting our allies in the Romulan Republic on that; a Klingon lives for combat, but our Romulan allies seek to safeguard everyone they consider allies; they might be able to get to her faster than we. Regardless, did she say anything about where she was going specifically?"
*** Coruscant ***
"Copy that, Faith, stand by for approach vector - be advised, we are experiencing higher than average traffic today, so you may have to wait approximately five to ten minutes for a docking space; would you prefer orbital docking, or a planetside landing?" explained a young canine with an Imperial accent (imperial accents among the Star Wars universe sound somewhat British).
Seemingly unbeknownst to Anna, an odd anomaly, originally stationary, would begin approaching Faith from behind; it had an odd anti-proton signature accompanied by intermittent tachyon emissions.
*** Unspecified Location ***
The fleet grew more restless, diversified, and larger, as time passed. If left unreported, this fleet could potentially flood into the Galactic Society with devastating results. It recently added a fleet of vessels originally belonging to the Interstellar Concordium, alongside a number of Mandalorian vessels, aged Imperial vessels, and had added the might of a few smaller factions with stakes in the galaxy; elements of the Cardassian True Way Rebels, a fleet of vessels broken off from the Breen Confederacy, and multiple droid-controlled vessels from something the droids labeled as the "Eternal Fleet." And as time passed, more vessels joined this fleet. Several construction tugs arrived, along with a swarm of unidentified tugs hauling a massive starbase.
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*** Sedra Orbit, approaching UNSC Allegiance ***The UNSC Allegiance de-cloaked to take in the drop ship as Frosty looked at the NI. "Is that what I think it is?" he asked."I'm seeing it, too," Zuko added. "A Neural Interface. What would an Innie be doing with one of those? Those are UNSC Issue." He eyed Blaine, a hint of suspicion in his eyes. "Something you didn't mention?""Probably," Frosty said, "But we still have a common enemy - now three. We do not need a feud with ONI on top of them."
Blaine sighed and shook his arms, still full of adrenaline. "I'd assume you'd know that quite a few UNSC personnel defected in the last few months," He said, in a matter of fact tone. The troopers sat back, smoking and generally avoiding the conversation. "Guarantee he's some Marine officer who got a case of colonial guilt, ran off and joined the URF," Blaine sighed, as he cuffed the rebel before sitting down. He pulled his sidearm out, pulled the slide back and looked to the Innie, deciding whether he was worth the time of removing the NI.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Without putting his hand on Raz, Kyle used the Force to try and ascertain what exactly was happening. "He's burning up badly, but I can't tell what's causing it. Where's Maria?" he asked.
"She went to New Cerinia, said something about a rumor about a doctor who knew Draglings better than she. Mathayus went with her," Anna responded.
"Alright... put out an open-comm transmission for help in this matter - here and New Cerinia, see if we can get professional help - with luck, it may draw out the doc Maria went looking for," Kyle requested. Anna nodded and hurried off. Kyle put a hand on Raz's head, seemingly not affected by Raz's extreme tempurature. "Hang in there, son - we're getting help."
Raz groaned as the hand was set on his head, his panicked aura calming down slightly, but he was still in pain from the sickness he was dealing with.
*** Near Battered Barn, New Cerinia **
"Fawn pressed a hand on a child's head, rubbing it softly, "Don't worry, Ms.Aber, Kalt will be fine... I recommend bringing him to a church, they will care for him if declared sanctuary... just keep a close eye on the boy and if he starts to convulsed, take this injection pen and stab it into his side.. if blood is drawn, it's okay, it just means that the medicine is working.", Ms. Aber looked at the pen after grabbing it, "Blood?", Fawn nodded, "Yes, this serum causes the body to quickly speed through this specific sickness, causing the blood to spill slightly as it goes extremely quickly through the veins..", Ms.Aber nodded and gently picked up her boy, the wolf-lady making her way out, not noticing the dropship.
After a few moments where Fawn was cleaning his equipment to a chrome shine, he noticed something... the normal herd of sheep that walked by every day seemed to be baa-ing in anger that a ship and people had landed on their grazing spot.The sheep surrounded Maria and Mathayus, bumping into their legs and pushing them to move, but they all went quiet as Fawn walked out, annoyed by this ship being in this area and even more by the insignia it bore, although, he could be mistaken.
Fawn walked up to the herd of sheep, them all moving out of his way and forming a path to the others, "What nerve do you have being here! Especially with a ship like that? I left the forces for a reason!", Fawn's face was concealed by his helmet and screen. Fawn reached a hand down and a sheep nuzzles into it, "And even more that you're scaring these creatures... they only graze here, never bother anyone...", Fawn's voice had turned from anger to kindness in an instant as he looked down at the kind creatures, still shaken and bothered by the ship.
Fawn did carry an omni tool on his waist, but the safety was on and the gun seemed to still be in pristine condition, but the model and style of it showed that it was a much older one.
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*** Sedra Orbit ***
"We did know about that, but our attention was outward, you understand," Frosty said. "And Zuko means not to offend; neither of us work often with ONI. But if there's anything you know, anything that might tell us what we can expect..."
"... Please tell us now so we can plan accordingly," Zuko finished. "I don't want to be caught flat footed by Nazar or the Yaut'ja. I had heard tales... but to see one myself."
"Steady, Zuko," Frosty cautioned his friend. "You've never encountered their kind before, but the reverse is just as true."
*** Outside the Battered Barn, New Cerinia ***
"I don't mean to rain on your parade, pal, but I don't know who the hell you are much less know that this is where your friends here graze; they weren't present when we landed, and we apologize for agitating--" Mathayus started.
"Honey!" Maria scolded him. She looked at Fawn. "You'll have to forgive my husband... he tends to be a bit... gruff. Blunt. Runs in the family. We came here looking for a doctor - someone who's familiar with the care and physiology of young draglings, and can diagnose and treat illnesses in them."
"We have a datapad of the dragling in question, and my sister-in-law just sent a list of the symptoms she could find, if you don't mind taking a look," Mathayus said.
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***Outside the battered barn, New Cerina***
Fawn glared at the two before sighing, his face still stern, "Forgiven...", he then grabbed the pad in a huff, staring at it and observing the symptoms, his face turning to worry and the occasional wince, "This isn't good at all... furthermore this child being a Soul Stone Dragon... and from how it's said here, this isn't good....", Fawn turned around and walked in a brisk pace back to the barn, "Depending on how old the dragling is, he could be in grave danger... I can save him, but I need a special plant..."
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"Honestly, I have nothing on the Sith. The Yaut'ja...it seems he was hunting the Sith or vice versa. They didn't specifically target us, but I know one thing.." Blaine said, hesitating for a moment while he decided what info to give them. "The URF didn't exactly stumble across those Covenant weaponry. It seems a Remnant faction is up and running, we just don't know who." He stated, tugging at his chest plate. The adrenaline rush began to wear off and he gazed at the casualty, "If you saw the report from that outpost the Yaut'ja attacked, you'd feel the same." Blaine groaned, looking at Frosty. "ONI classified it as 'The Predator'."
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***Outside the battered barn, New Cerina***
"We'll do what we can to help, but my brother-in-law is unwilling to move the dragling," Maria said. "If you intend to treat him, you'll have to go to Indari Manor. And don't worry about Kyle; he's very cordial."
"More so than I am," Mathayus admitted.
*** UNSC Allegiance Sedra Orbit ***
Frosty sat still in his seat as he considered this. It was Zuko who spoke.
"Scary idea... the Yaut'ja can be reasoned with. It's happened before. Maybe not by a human... but perhaps by a Sangheili."
"You're suggesting we coordinate with the Yaut'ja?" Frosty asked incredulously.
"At least a possibility; it's happened before, where someone has worked with a Yaut'ja and in doing so, earned their respect," Zuko said. "If we could track their ship, we could enlist their aid."
"Zuko... that's insane, but..." Frosty started.
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"Well, I'm going to need to replace my armor.." Blaine muttered, pulling his chest and back plates off. Shrapnel was embedded throughout the back plate, his back started to feel sore as his adrenaline wore off. He pulled the rest off, setting it all aside with his rifle and helmet. "So you think we could reason with those things? Didn't seem too keen on idle chit chat to me." Blaine asked, looking to Zuko.
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Sedra Orbit ***
"It's happened before," Zuko answered. "And those that survive working with the Yaut'ja are always respected by them. Sometimes, the Yaut'ja make the move... sometimes, it's the other way around. Always when they're hunting. Always."
Frosty remained silent, but it was unclear whether he was thinking or if he was waiting for the slight jolt as the tractor beams deposited the drop ship on the deck after hangar pressure normalized.
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Though certain technologies made appearances in the streets - high on the thick, sturdy branches of the rainforest canopy wherein Katrina City was built - most of the inhabitants of Tau Dewa kept to the old ways. When an alien threat threatened to enslave the inhabitants, Tau Dewa refused - and were poised to fight to the bitter end, had it not been for the Coalition. They drove the invading slavers away, and offered to protect Tau Dewa from further invasions. After long deliberation, the High Council accepted, and had been a protectorate of the UAC ever since. They had enjoyed unprecedented prosperity, though not always peace. Every now and then, some extremist got too big for his coat and thought they could easily take Tau Dewa from under the UAC's nose. Such people were always banished to the Dark Land - the forest floor, where all but the most resilient survive. Few survive. Fewer still find a way off-world, and none that do ever return.
In a tavern, a man no one ever laid eyes on strode through the open door. A tiger dressed in damaged, foreign attire that no one recognized, draped in a cloak made of hand-stitched leathery skins, and covered in scars. In his arms, though they were not visible, what appeared to be an assault rifle, but not something typically issued to UAC Forces, nor anything the tavern's current inhabitants had ever seen on the travelers that passed through here. He paused just shy of the door, closing his eyes briefly before opening them again in that same gaunt, tired expression of years of anger and torment. He approached the bar counter, sitting in a stool and leaning his weapon against him.
"What'll it be, traveler?" the barkeep asked.
The tiger spoke softly: "That will depend on what you have available. If you've anything cold, I'd start with that; it's been a long trip."
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Blaine rubbed his shoulder as he thought, evaluating the options. He then looked to the troopers, who were prepping the body of the ODST for transport and burial. "I don't know. If they're hunting Nazar, we may be a nuisance. But we'll never know if we don't ask." Blaine replied, rolling up his fatigue sleeves and lighting a cigarette.
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***Battered Barn, New Cerina***
Fawn waved his hand for them to follow, "Yes yes, I figured as much... I only need to get my equipment... but even then, we have to find the plant.... but I will have to handle it since it's touch is enough to kill a person..."
Fawn's little hospital seemed to have equipment that was a few years old from what was inside the normal hospital, but modified with screens and other attachments.
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*** Battered Barn, New Cerinia ***
Maria and Mathayus followed Fawn into the barn. "Where can the plant be found, may I ask?" Maria asked.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sedra Orbit ***
"We can still try," Zuko said.
"I hope you know what you're doing, old friend," Frosty commented. "Even so, I'm now wondering what exactly Nazar was doing near the Insurrectionist camp, and why the Yaut'ja were hunting him."
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
The barkeep poured the tiger a glass of a cold blue drink, and passed it to him. The tiger spoke something, but the others couldn't hear it; the barkeep could, however, and he nodded, and the tiger went into his cloak and retrieved a few credits, handing them to the barkeep.
"Better speak up, traveler," spoke another foreigner, a canine dressed in off-world casual attire with a tattoo on his arm that had a flaming skull above the letters ODST. "Can't hear you."
"Perhaps I speak softly because I have a reason to," the tiger spoke.
"And what reason could that be?" the canine asked. "Someone punch your throat?"
"Opponents rarely ever get that close to me," the tiger sighed. "They are usually shot dead by then. Or cut to ribbons."
"And who are your opponents?" the canine asked.
"None of your concern," the tiger responded.
"Oh, please - if you don't speak of your battles with them, they must not have been that scary. I fought in the UNSC-Covenant war - I saw monsters. I was there when the Flood--" the canine stopped midsentence, frowning as though confused, then grabbing his throat, apparently choking. An angry, draconic growl could be heard from the tiger, as he rose to his feet and turned toward the canine who'd spoken. As he did, it became apparent that one, this man's left arm - held at an angle with his fingers in a pinching gesture - was mechanical, a black metal with dark gray muscle chords; and two, the assault rifle leaning against his chair weren't his only weapons - clipped to his belt were two lightsabers, visible only because the angle of his arm moved his cloak aside; and three, this man had angry crimson dragon eyes.
"Do not speak to me of monsters and war," the tiger hissed, his voice having a draconic thrum to it that was not there before. "I know well enough those hardships. I am well aware of the damage caused by the Covenant and the Flood - but they pale in comparison to the things I've seen. You had a family to go home to when it was all done. I was not so lucky." He tightened his pinching gesture. "Insult me again, and I will snap your neck." He dropped his arm - and the gesture - and the canine suddenly gasped air again. The tiger returned to his drink, not another sound coming from him.
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*New Berlin*
At hearing "Tal Shiar" Fayam raised his ears. He knew it would be well worth the bother bringing this intel back. The thought So the Tal Shiar and the Insurrectionists are friends, huh? This is a bit more complicated than I thought... ran through his mind. Nevertheless he followed, sneering: "Pff. Those sanctions were for me not even the worst part. I heard they've used some of MY cash to pay that bounty hunter! I'm still looking for revenge on that guy! He's gonna die when I get him! Fortunately I think I know the name..."
*Coruscant*
The copilot looked at Anna, who was just looking at the colossal city. He asked: "Land or dock?" "Land," Anna insisted. The copilt sent back: "A planetside landing." Now the tracking mechanisms of Faith started responding to a ship behind it. The copilot yelled to Anna: "Hey! You might want to take a look at this!" Lazily Anna raised from the chair and headed for the navigation panel.
*Tomahawk*
Omega answered: "Um, no. She didn't. Our tracking systems could follow her ship moving towards the Milky Way, but it's always possible she changed course. In other words: we have not even the slightest clue as to where she is now. And besides... Gaia is her original home. In fact, we saw her getting in our solar system with an escorte. But we do not know who they were, so it's a dead trail. Anyway, perhaps you're right-- We'll contact the Romulan Republic."
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*** New Berlin ***
"Ouch," Benny commented. "That's criminal. That's low, even for the UNSC. But if you know the name, you can tell us - we have informants all over. More so with our partnership with the Tal Shiar, and we may be getting one with the Cardassian Obsidian Order. They might be able to find your bounty hunter." Once Fayam was aboard, the drop ship doors closed, and the craft lifted off, cloaking as it did. "UNSC can't track ships with cloaking devices - which reminds me, I was asked to ask you, does the name Drake Indari mean anything to you?"
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
The anomaly continued it's approach toward Anna's ship. A single, coded message was sent to her ship's computers: "Captain Anna: Danger Close. Tal Shiar ships in system. ISC ships en route. Lower shields and prepare for transport. Must evacuate you. Danger close!"
*** Tomahawk ***
"I would advise that; but if you can get in contact with your friend, warn her - the Tal Shiar are masters of deception and trickery; they may try and apprehend her by posing as the Romulan Republic. Advise she not follow instructions unless she is contacted by a captain who states his emergency response ID challenge... it's a policy they enacted to foil Tal Shiar attempts to pose as them in kidnappings," Korath suggested.
In orbit, a new fleet arrived - while all of the vessels were strangely shaped, some of these vessels were bulky, colored in shades of steel, red, and dark blue; some were thin and frail-looking, colored in shades of brown and orange; and others were difficult to describe in shape, colored in shades of yellow. "Attention, unidentified forces in orbit and down on the planet below... this is Captain Dax of the Interstellar Concordium. If you can hear me on this channel, please acknowledge this transmission."
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*New Berlin*
Fayam thought about it. He recalled: "It was some sort of officer, but I can't directly remember for who he works. And the name of that bounty hunter? It was Fayam. Fayam Aerial. A good one, I've heard. Made huge cash from his jobs. He's usually chasing big fish with high value or, if there's nothing drawing his attention, robbing pirates. Which is really double, now I think about it. A man who plunders plunderers... crazy, right?"
*Coruscant*
Anna looked at the incoming message and tried to understand. She thought: Wait... Are the Tal Shiar still out for retribution on me? That would be a big problem. Of course she was wary, so she commanded the gunner to set Faith in battle mode. The shields went up, the weapons were set to standby and the ship vanished from most radars. She replied: "Explain yourself."
*Tomahawk*
Omega said awkwardly: "Well, I'm afraid her ship doesn't quite have that communication range. But I'm sure she'll be wary." During this message Hor'kuu came back in, still steaming with anger. The Toma-guards caught the message of Dax: "Captain Dax, these are the Toma-guards, protectors of Tomahawk. Message received. What are you doing here?"
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When the baydoor dropped down, Blaine ordered the two troopers to take the body. They collected their gear and left without a trace. Blaine stepped off, carrying his rifle and helmet along with the rest of his armor. "Well, we can fret about it in a moment. But for now, let's at least find out what he knows," He nodded at the prisoner, "Could one of you help me ninja him out to a interrogation room?" Blaine asked as he handed off his wrecked armor to a grunt.
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*** Battered Barn, New Cerinia ***
Fawn folded up a board of tools on the wall into a compact suitcase before turning around to the others, "The item we need is called a soul bulb. Fuel manufacturers use it in fuel to deter people from drinking the ship fuel... Ahem... Anyway. The Soul Bulb is a flower, but never goes past the bulb stage, and it is normally surrounded by black poisonous roots that double if they're cut or damaged.", Fawn then inhaled and started outside, "Welp! Come on! There's a deadly plant awaiting us!", Fawn then started outside to the dropship with a hop in his walk
Fawn was smiling! He does love to help people, but hasn't really been much anywhere lately besides on New Cerina
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Sedra Orbit ***
Zuko and Frosty both moved to help. "Let's pump this guy for all the intel he's got - see if we can get out of him what Nazar and our Yaut'ja friends were doing there, in addition to whatever else is pertinent to the mission," Frosty suggested.
"He may not know all of it, Andrew," Zuko commented.
"Let's be certain," Frosty said. "If they are involved in this, I want to know so we can plan accordingly."
*** New Cerinia ***
Mathayus boarded the drop ship first, powering it up as Maria boarded and sat down, waiting for Fawn to sit down and strap in before takeoff. Once they got underway, Mathayus said from the cockpit, "Doctor... you bear the insignia of a Marauder Corps Medic, but you say you left us. I know of no one who left the Corps, on principle or to help others, and certainly none who have been hiding in a barn on New Cerinia, practically on the Corps' doorstep. I had heard of a disgraced medic who went AWOL for unknown reasons, but never where he went. I suspect there is a similarity, but I would very much like to hear your explanation - preferably before we enter Indari Manor, to avoid any unpleasant confrontation with little brother. He takes desertion very seriously."
"Faasnu..." Maria growled sternly.
*** New Berlin ***
Benny threw his head back and laughed. "A man who plunders plunderers... how ironic!"
"That's a good one!" the Pilot said. "I like this guy already."
"Well, it'll be a bit before we hit base... anything you want to know?" Benny asked.
*** Coruscant ***
The sudden actions of the Faith did not go unnoticed, as two Venator-class Star Destroyers went shields up. "Starship Faith, please clarify your intentions." Such as it was, no such clarification was necessary; the anomaly behind her surged, shimmered, and revealed itself to be a D'Deridex-class Romulan Warbird.
"Imperial Alliance ships, this vessel, and her captain, have been targeted by the Tal Shiar. I was sent by Republic Fleet Command to get her to safety," signaled the warbird. It was then that a Mogai Warbird flanked by two Dehlan Warbirds dropped out of warp and immediately signaled, the voice distinctly female:
"Captain Anna, Commander Khev of the Romulan Republic: we were sent to get you safely to New Romulus... and it seems we have arrived just in time. Challenge ID 'Remus'."
*** Tomahawk ***
Dax responded immediately: "I, along with my Mirak and Lyran colleagues, here, was tracking a fleet that was headed this direction when it vanished; did you see this fleet?"
"Captain Dax, Rear Admiral Scott; this system was recently hit by the Romulan Empire - the Toma-guards can provide the specifics. We've been trying to ascertain where they struck from. Do you--" Scott started.
"It wasn't them; we got a Romulan distress call, and arrived to find what was left of a Romulan Task Force over an hour ago. No survivors. The ion trail we detected headed here, but it was something we had not encountered before. We did not think we could arrive ahead of this fleet, given how big a head start they had on us; are you certain no other ships have been through here?" Dax asked.
"Aside from a brief encounter with a Klingon fleet, no one else has been here - and I believe our Tomahawk friends have been talking with the Klingon High Command," Scott said. "Tomahawk, Admiral Scott... did your sensors detect any large fleets other than Klingons and the Romulan forces that came at you earlier?"
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
The tiger sat alone, slowly sipping his drink, rubbing his temple, and seemingly struggling to keep his eyes open.
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***New Cerinia**
Fawn seemed bothered by this, "I was told by a sergeant that I couldn't help some poor civilians... So that same night I left with all of my stuff, and taking the rest of that week's worth of rations and I went to New Cerinia, helped a family and I was then a non-profit medic... helping the homeless better than any hospital... but if it's all the same, I'd prefer if you wouldn't question me about that again, alright... I didn't like that past anyway... and although nobody has died under my care, death does bother me deeply... even with a certain other situation..."
Fawn sat relatively quiet, "There should be a large black patch... find a clearing in it and hover over it... come with me if you'd like, but wear protection, or else you will start puking and have constant vertigo... and I think also occasional nosebleeds... it only takes 3 days for a single prick to pass through one's system."
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"Even if he holds out, we can always 'remove' the interface," Blaine said to Zuko, using his fingers for air quotes. He pulled the prisoner up and over his shoulder. He took a drag off his cigarette and pulled up the Allegiances' internal map through his own NI. "Alrighty then, let's get to work," Blaine said, making his way to the brig.
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*** New Cerinia, approaching Dragon'taan ***
"Indeed? Such a shame... I never heard of this incident, however. You are awfully bold to admit desertion. But this Sergeant... was he due for promotion? Sergeant Reece? He was the one who reported the desertion," Mathayus responded, as he piloted the ship toward Dragon'taan.
Maria looked at Fawn with a soft expression. "I know you don't want to speak of it... but dear husband can be a tad stubborn. And from the stories you both have said so far, it sounds suspiciously like you were goaded. Kyle and Anna both openly advocate Medical personnel helping any civilians they can."
"She's right," Mathayus agreed. "Which is why I am asking you about it as we head for Dragon'taan. Sergeant Reece... we have heard his name before, but never get anything useful. Please, answer the question - was he your commanding officer at the time?"
Maria stared Fawn down with a pleading expression. She wanted such a distasteful subject resolved, and fast.
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
The tiger repeatedly had to wake himself. More than once, his head hit the counter with a reverberant Thump! followed by laughter. He finally downed his drink, paid for it, rose from his stool, grabbed his rifle, and walked out of the tavern. He seemed a bit unsteady on his feet, and several times, he had to lean on something for support. People generally ignored him, seeming not to notice his plight.
It was as he cast a prolonged look at his mechanical arm that trouble erupted. His eyes were briefly flushed a shade of purple when the canine from the tavern, along with a few of his pals, approached him. "You!" the canine shouted, getting the attention of everyone in the immediate vicinity. The tiger looked up, and his eyes immediately flushed red. The canine and his friends were all armed. "Turn around and put your hands on your head."
"Am I being arrested?" the tiger weakly asked.
"You're being taken into custody," the canine responded. "The UNSC would very much like to speak with you."
The tiger stood up straight. "You have no grounds to take me anywhere... and the last time I looked, the UNSC didn't use ODSTs to arrest anyone. That's a job for the Marine Corps, a master-at-arms. Not you." His arms moved to the side, dropping his rifle and his hands hovering over his lightsabers.
"You're smart, traveler - I'll give you that," the ODST said. "But I don't take **** from anyone, not even a dragon-shifter. So let's settle our differences, you and me, right here, right now."
"More like me, you, and your little entourage," the tiger hissed. "Is that why you brought them? So you could feel good about your odds?"
"They're just here to make sure this is a friendly, cordial encounter," the ODST chuckled smugly.
"The hell they are!" the tiger snarled with that draconic thrum. He gestured, lifting the ODST off his feet, then subsequently slamming him against one wall, then the opposing wall, before throwing him through the air and into the floor with a loud SLAM! that sounded like it cracked the floor. He glared at the canine's friends, hissing with that vicious draconic thrum, "Take your wounded comrade and leave! If you ever again accost me, I will show you there are things far more terrifying than the Covenant or the Flood!" The canine's friends hesitated, their faces portraying fear, but hesitantly took their dazed friend and dragged him away. The tiger stood there for a few moments after they left, but eventually heaved a trembling breath, clutched his chest, doubled over, and fell to the floor. The people around him murmured and mumbled in concern, but no one made any move toward the tiger's unmoving body.
"Is he dead?" someone asked.
(In case you didn't notice, Raz, I sent you a Steam Invite. It'd make communicating ideas and stories a lot easier.)
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sedra Orbit ***
Zuko and Frosty followed the ONI spook - for now, trying to think of how they would interrogate this man. Neither of them had ever had to before.
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"I assume you two have never done this before," Blaine said, making their way down stairs and halls. "This is one of my specialties, there's always someone with something ONI wants to know." He finished as they arrived at the brig, mostly empty excluding the lone Marine sitting at a watch station. "I can also bake a mean bundt cake," Blaine jokingly said as he used his free hand to open one of the interrogation cells. He dropped the prisoner in the only chair, which sat in the middle of the dark room.
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"You aren't mistaken," Frosty said. "We're... combat personnel. We've done clandestine ops before, but none that required... taking prisoners. We'll follow your lead on this one."
"Agreed," Zuko said. "Make it seem you're the big shot here. As far as he knows, Andrew and I are... well, you get it."
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"Oh guarantee you two will scare the hell out of him," Blaine said, laughing. He cuffed the prisoner's wrists and ankles to the chair, then walked across the room and opened a drawer. He retrieved a bag and unrolled it across the table adjacent to the chair. It contained different tools, from saws to pliers. "Don't worry, I'm not going to maim him. Way too messy for me. I prefer this," He said as he equipped brass knuckles. He then put the bag up and set his pistol on the table. "Zuko, there's a syringe of adrenaline in that drawer. Inject him with it, it'll wake him right up."
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Zuko did as requested, injecting the prisoner with adrenaline, and standing back with crossed arms.
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The lupine sprung back to consciousness, coughing and looking around quickly. "Wake up, sunshine! We got some questions for you," Blaine yelled, banging on the back of the chair. The lupine looked at back at Blaine in disgust, before turning to see the Spartan and Sangheili. He froze and let out a groan, "What in the hell did I do in a past life to get this much crap," The prisoner said, "A Spartan and a freaking Elite. What do you even want?" Blaine laughed and leaning against the table. "What I want is what you know. Covenant weaponry, how'd you get it? And maybe why the hell a Sith lord and a Predator crashed our party?" He snapped, moving from the table to a few inches from the prisoner's face. "You think I'd know why one of those psycho beasts showed up? Or that'd I be dumb enough to tell you about the Covenant and the Sith? You spooks must be stupider than you look," The prisoner snapped back before spitting in Blaine's face. Blaine stepped back, growled and struck the wolf in the jaw twice.
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"I'd avoid calling my battlefield brother, here, an Elite," Frosty warned. "They have a name, jack***. Use it."
"And in case you didn't know, the Predators are very nasty," Zuko hissed after shooting Blaine a "let me help" look. "They hunt humans for sport. And that Sith... he's even worse. Anyone who gets in his way gets killed in the worst of ways. In fact, I heard the last person to make that mistake got turned inside out."
Frosty picked up on Zuko's move. "You got lucky. We got to you before they did. The Sith Lord was bad enough. If you think we're harsh, you should see what Sith do for interrogations. They have all sorts of nasty devices and tools to make you talk. Things that eat your mind. Parasites that consume you from the inside out. Or the classic zap you with lightning for days at a time, nonstop."
"Take your pick," Zuko said. "Even if the Sith killed the Predator, you can bet there's a cloaked ship full of more waiting for new prey. But call me an Elite again, and I will personally hand you over to whichever one we come across first. Got it?"
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The prisoner spit out two teeth and looked at Zuko. "Elite.." He growled. Blaine immediately put his arm against Zuko's chest. "Let me handle this," Blaine said, then began striking the wolf. He finished with a gut punch from the brass knuckles. The prisoner gasped and lowered his head. "Now I'm giving you a gift here. I could always just put one through that ugly mug of yours and pull the info out of that neural interface of yours." Blaine sternly stated while holding the prisoner's head up by his hair. "Now unless you just want to keep getting your pearly whites knocked out, let's start with the weapons." The wolf looked up, spat out another tooth and began talking. "We got the weapons from the Covenant, you already know that. It was Luro 'Taralumees' weapons. I assume you know him." The wolf said, looking at Blaine. Blaine looked to Zuko and Frosty with a concerned look. "Luro was one of the Covenants' Supreme commanders. He went rogue after the war, we always suspected them but never to work with rebels," He said before looking back to the wolf. "Yeah well he is, spook. And the Sith? He's using Luro. Or at least it looks that way. He's at every meeting and weapon shipment." The wolf finished, giving a somewhat sickly satisfied smile.
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(Frosty's comment is me going off an assumed idea)
"Luro..." Zuko repeated, as though hearing the name of an old friend. He backed up a step, then turned away.
"Nazar isn't exactly social," Frosty told Blaine over a private channel, inaccessible and inaudible to the prisoner. "He refuses to work with anyone, even an army. If what the Rebel is saying is accurate... his game has changed. If he's after the weapons, he may be looking to arm followers... or has something to gain from keeping the rebels from getting their hands on the weapons." He looked to the prisoner and spoke aloud: "How do the Predators fit in? And for that matter, when did they start stalking you?"
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"This is the first time those things showed up. We got to the site but on the way spotted some Sedra colonial guards, heads blown clean off. Plasma burns now that I think about it," The wolf stated, "It was probably that Predator. We showed up and that Sith showed up for a moment then disappeared into thin air. The guns showed up, the Covenant agent bugged out and then you chumps crashed the party." He finished before asking Blaine for a cigarette. Blaine lit him one and turned to Frosty & Zuko. "I doubt he'll know about the Predator. If we couldn't see it, I doubt they could on that old gear. But it seems Nazar is pulling puppet-master with Luro," Blaine said, sighing. This went beyond what ONI predicted. Sith Lords were far from documented in Section Three. "Luro's using the URF to destabilize the UNSC. And if Nazar has an army or is working for someone who does, a weakened UNSC is an easy target."
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"Indeed," Frosty agreed. "We need to destabilize them first. And if Nazar--"
"Old friend... where have you been?" Zuko asked softly.
Frosty looked to his Sangheili brother. "Zuko?" he asked.
"You said you'd come home... said you'd help father... but you never did... We tried to find you, but it was like you had vanished from existence... no ship... no you... no explanation... and now, you show up, trying to destroy what Father has been building... what happened to you...?" Zuko continued to speak, seemingly oblivious to the others.
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---Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan---
Shoon passed the device to the party who seemed more than content with filling the forms out.
"You need not resume research. We have fully working neurotransmission and we would be more the happy to share the tech, all for the good cause of helping civilisation advance".
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*** Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
"If you want to do that, I'd suggest talking with General Suleyk about it - I'm certain he'd love to discuss it," Makkar chuckled. "He and the famed Dragon'taan 'Quartermaster', Tigress Arcnon, take charge of the research and development of nearly all technologies developed here on Dragon'taan. However, Tigress is on leave, so for now, only General Suleyk is available... assuming he's still on or above Dragon'taan. Never gives much warning when he goes out for any reason. Not hard to spot his ship, however - the Inquisitor. Only ship in the fleet that's an enlarged replica of a Sith Harrower-class Battlecruiser. If you speak to him, however... try not to take too much offense. He can be a bit blunt, and sometimes comes across as insensitive; can't blame him, though... he was once a Sith Inquisitor, and some of those old habits never went away. Anyway, between you and him, I'm sure you can work out your ideas for the neurotransmission technology; if it comes out soon enough, my kids can try it out."
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*** New Cerinia, approaching Dragon'taan ***
"Indeed? Such a shame... I never heard of this incident, however. You are awfully bold to admit desertion. But this Sergeant... was he due for promotion? Sergeant Reece? He was the one who reported the desertion," Mathayus responded, as he piloted the ship toward Dragon'taan.
Maria looked at Fawn with a soft expression. "I know you don't want to speak of it... but dear husband can be a tad stubborn. And from the stories you both have said so far, it sounds suspiciously like you were goaded. Kyle and Anna both openly advocate Medical personnel helping any civilians they can."
"She's right," Mathayus agreed. "Which is why I am asking you about it as we head for Dragon'taan. Sergeant Reece... we have heard his name before, but never get anything useful. Please, answer the question - was he your commanding officer at the time?"
Maria stared Fawn down with a pleading expression. She wanted such a distasteful subject resolved, and fast.
*** New Cerinia, approaching Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked down, "I might have.... I don't remember his name... but Reece sounds like a familiar name... I wouldn't know... even if I saw him...", he then stuttered in an attempt to change the subject, "U-uh... do you s-see the thorn patch yet?", he called up to the cockpit
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(Uh, Raz... you missed the Wanderer. I tried to have him as you requested.)
"We haven't even entered the atmosphere yet - I can push the engines, but even so, it'll still be five, six minutes before we hit Dragon'taan," Mathayus sighed. "But... rest assured, we will look into the matter. I suspect Reece goaded you into deserting. If I am right... I fear you may not have been the only one."
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Blaine stared at Zuko, looking back to Frosty after a moment. "I think your Sangheili is malfunctioning," Blaine said sarcastically, though still concerned. Even the prisoner began focusing on Zuko, occasionally looking at Frosty and Blaine. "You're talking about Luro, aren't you?" Blaine assumed, noting when his strange behavior began.
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Zuko went deathly quiet, his head lowered and his eyes closed. Moments later, his hand clenched into what passed as a fist among the Sangheili. He then stood up straight, and spoke with evident hostility, "Remove the outsider... before I tear his heart from his chest."
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*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Gypsie, a nomad of sorts, but still very young. She had ventured into the city in search of some food and building supplies, all of which she had just gotten as she had traded the pelt of a dangerous animal for said supplies, and the meat of the beast cooking back at her home. Gypsie was clad in a beefy hid bikini, with tassles and beads and some soothing chimes hanging from them, and a blowdart gun and a knife, and an industrial bow slung over her back.
As she was making her way out of the city, she noticed the commotion and padded over into it, avoiding the soldiers and walking inside, seeing the man laying on the floor. Gypsie knelt next to the man, running a hand over his body, her hand weirdly glowing as she did, but she felt the heaviness on his chest, so she picked him up with immense strength and swept a table clean with her 3 tails, snarling at the men that stood up in anger at her.
Gypsie set the man down on the table, taking a glowing seed out of a black pouch on her hip, it being terrible tasting, but full of healing properties, so if he didn't react to the foul taste, he would still heal.
A patron whispered, "Who is this witch? What the hell is she doing.", Gypsie perked up, anger on her face as she tried to speak their language, "I is helping man on surface... I no witch, I is miracle nomad!", the patron backed up, scared of her, "S-sorry, miss...", Gypsie then returned to the man, whispering sweet and gentle words into his ear in what common language she knew.
*** New Cerinia, approaching Dragon'taan ***
Fawn sat, still very bothered by talking about it, "They need to be wild... none that are near factories or homes, even cabins... the more dangerous the area, the more potent the effect is... thus more the deadly it is... oh, and they will die if put into any capsule..."
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"I think that's your cue to split," Blaine said, uncuffing the prisoner and escorting him into the hall. Blaine gave him over to the Marine guard and returned to the room. He stood back with arms crossed, unsure if Zuko meant the prisoner or him.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit, descending atmosphere ***
"I'll leave that to you - so get up here. You'll help me spot the correct source," Mathayus requested as the drop ship shuddered, descending through the atmosphere of Dragon'taan.
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
The foul taste did wake the man - but the awakening was both terrifying and sad, given what had transpired moments ago. He coughed, choked momentarily, but then awoke, eyes bolting open, flushing bright purple, and he leapt up to his feet with a terrified scream, his rifle firing full-auto up the far wall. He immediately fell to one knee, still weak from whatever befell him earlier, and his heart now racing with what he thought had happened. He glared at Gypsie, sheer terror gripping him, as he asked, his voice trembling and sounding on the verge of tears, "What... have you... done to me?"
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sedra Orbit ***
"Andrew... close the door," Zuko requested his Spartan companion, somewhat absent of the hostility. A clear sign - his apparent ire was directed at Blaine. Frosty did as requested, and the second the door closed, the Sangheili rounded on Blaine, and it was clear: He was pissed. "You failed to mention my own cousin was involved in this." His voice suddenly skyrocketed and echoed all over the room as he yelled, "Do you have any idea what this will do to my father when he finds out?!"
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit, descending atmosphere ***
Fawn walked, his boots glowing with a blue light as he kept grounded to the deck of the ship, soon reaching the cockpit and standing in the doorway.
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Gypsie jumped as the gun fired off, grabbing onto the gun and ripping it from his hands and throwing it onto the floor, "Gun is bad in tav-ern. No gun!", she then helped him back up onto the table after falling to one knee, "I name is Gypsie. I gave glowing miracle seed to you after pass out. It taste bad, but good health.", she then tried to help him out of the tavern, standing steady and firm as she helped him, "I help... aura clouded, need rest... relaxation and sleep is you need.", her voice was firm and kind, almost like a mother speaking to her child, but not that level of belittlement.
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*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
The tiger shouted in terror, tearing away from Gypsie, going for his rifle, then scrambling to a wall, putting his back to it and pointing his weapon at Gypsie. "Stay away from me!" he shouted, still terrified. "Stay away! Stay! Away!" He tried to fire a warning shot, but the weapon made a loud click!. "No... NO! NO!! Not like them! Not like them! Not... not like them... I won't be like them... not me... not me..." he shook violently in fear, shaking his head. "They're everywhere... they're always everywhere... come at you from the walls, the floor, the ceiling... kill one, and ten more take it's place... the eggs... the face-huggers... the demons... The Demons!!! NO! NOOOOO!!!" The tiger broke down into uncontrollable crying, burying his face in his hands, his mechanical hand audibly whirring every so often.
One of the patrons, tears in her eyes, looked to Gypsie. "If you help him... don't leave without his weapons. Something tells me he doesn't feel safe without them," she told her.
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Blaine bucked up, balling his fists. "You think I had any damn idea?! That was news to me as well!" He yelled, trying to match Zuko's tone. "And do you think ONI gives a damn about what your father thinks? I'd say a resounding hell no. Your cousin is running guns and getting Marines killed. That's what ONI is concerned with." Blaine growled, at this point fact to face with Zuko. He wasn't afraid and was making it clear, trying to stare him down.
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Gypsie stumbled back after being pushed away, she flinched at the gun being raised to her, but regaining her composure after the gun didn't fire. She then nodded to the patron, "Understand.", she slowly walked up to the tiger, keeping her arms spread to show no signs of concealed weapons, just like when she used to approach wild feral horses.
As she neared the tiger, she took off her bow and other weapons and laid them behind her, keeping her movements slow and gentle, and after she had done that, she sat beside him, gingerly placing a hand on his head, pulling him over into her chest and humming an old lullaby into his ears as she gently carressed his head, "Is okay.... no monster here... no demon... be still..."
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"ENOUGH!" shouted a third voice. Zuko looked over and saw Frosty, helmet off, revealing his pale, gaunt, scarred face. "Blaine, you have a strong point; Zuko, you have every reason to be angry; but we need cool heads! We have a Rogue Sith Lord who's changing his game, gun running Covenant led by kin, Rebels bent on torching the UNSC, and on top of that, a ship of Yaut'ja looking for their next trophy! The last thing we need is to be at each other's throats and having rounds at each other!" There would be a long pause before the Spartan would continue, "We're all in rough shape at this point. I will not have this turn into an international incident. Thel isn't going to find out about this because we aren't going to tell him; not until we have this situation resolved. We go full clandestine - take what we got, chase down the leads, find something to get us all clear of this, and with luck, we can put an end to Luro's treachery, nail the rebels, knock off Nazar and get the Yaut'ja off our back!" He looked between Zuko and Blaine. "We do this ONI style, we work as one, and we walk out of this alive. Clear?"
Zuko paused, then nodded. "Understood, brother."
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
"No... there is one..." the tiger sobbed. He pointed his mechanical hand to his chest, down in the region of his stomach. "In me... you... you put one of them in me! That's... that's where they come from... inside... always inside... they gestate inside... grow... like parasites... and when they're done with you, they... tear their way out... burst from your chest... oh, god... why? Why? How did I wrong you?"
*** Dragon'taan ***
"The second you spot what you need, tell me - I imagine time is of the essence," Mathayus said.
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*** Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked through the cockpit window, squinting his eyes as a telescopic view appeared on his helmet view, he then out reached a finger, "There! Do you see that black field? There!"
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Gypsie set a hand on his gut, feeling for any uncommon movement, but he only felt muscle spasms, "Sir... no ailments are in... no parasite...", she then pointed to her own head, tapping it, "Parasite in head... magic trick..."
A patron was litsening closely, "Magic tr-... an illusion?", other patrons had already gone out as some had become scared of the tiger.
Gypsie nodded, "Illu-sion... All in head!", she then returned her hands to caress his body
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Blaine backed up, lit a cigarette and looked to Frosty. "Roger that," He said, before the door opened. A marine looked in and paused, feeling the tension. "What do you want?" Blaine asked, putting his sidearm in his leg holster. "Sir, the prisoner requested you three," The marine stated before returning to his post. Blaine sighed, then looked to the others. "I guess let's hear what he has to say now."
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*** Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus looked and saw what Fawn indicated, then turned the drop ship toward it. "How low do I need to get?" he asked.
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
The tiger cast a melancholic look at his mechanical hand and arm. "I tried to save them... I tried... but there were too many... kill them from afar, gunny said... but one got too close."
*** UNSC Allegiance ***Frosty put his helmet back on and secured it, and wordlessly marched out of the room with Zuko.
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They arrived in front of a cell, the prisoner was sitting inside on a bench rubbing his jaw. He looked up and walked over to the bars. "Let me get a smoke, spook." He asked, Blaine obliged and lit him one. "Alright, what'd you call us out here for?" Blaine asked, crossing his arms. "I heard your little dysfunction and his whole rousing speech," The prisoner said, gesturing to Frosty. "I know where the next meeting is. On Victoria, 111 Tauri system. I believe you're familiar with it." Blaine looked to the others, "Camp New Hope. Got schwacked back in '31 by Spartans. Guess they rebuilt." The wolf smirked, "Ding ding! Correct! That's where you'll find your Sith. And your cousin's envoy, and that Predator will probably crash the party too." Blaine groaned and turned around, ruffled his hair back. "Looks like we're going to Victoria..we'll have to contact someone important about this...ONI high command." He said, checking his mobile comm unit.
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"Take care of it, but keep a lid on it," Frosty told Blaine. "We don't need the slightest detail getting out."
Zuko leaned closer to speak to the prisoner. "You said, 'my cousin's envoy'. Who is it? Does Luro never come himself?" he asked.
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Blaine nodded and entered the interrogation room, sliding the door shut behind him. He took a drag off his smoke and used his mobile comm unit to call ONI Commander in Chief, Admiral Serin Osman. A few minutes passed before the call connected. Osman came on, clearly irritated. "Sergeant, do you have a good damn reason to be calling me in the middle of the night?" Blaine held back a laugh, he forgot about the time difference between Sedra and Earth. "Yes ma'am, Ackerson briefed you on my operation. We made a major discovery. Luro's remnants are backing the URF, and they have a...a Sith, ma'am." Blaine finished, a long pause stood until Osman came back on. "What do you need, Sergeant?" Osman asked, her irritation gone and a calm voice taking over. "Admiral, the next meeting is on Victoria. At Camp New Hope, we'll need assets. This is most likely going to become a combat operation." A long pause again, then Osman replied, "Your current location, the Allegiance. I'm clearing it for combat. If things go south, you have express permission to nuke that camp for all I care. Send me a report with your current intel. Osman out." The call ended and Blaine sighed. He sent the report and sat down in the interrogation chair.
"No he doesn't. Probably thinks we'd kill him for the weapons on some grudge thing. He always sent some Sangheili in extravagant armor." The wolf replied, taking another drag from his cigarette. "He always sent recordings though. Crazy rants about how we'd be spared from the Great Journey for our help. Guy was insane." He said, sitting back down on the bench. His face was already swollen and his left eye was blackened.
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*** Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus looked and saw what Fawn indicated, then turned the drop ship toward it. "How low do I need to get?" he asked.
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
The tiger cast a melancholic look at his mechanical hand and arm. "I tried to save them... I tried... but there were too many... kill them from afar, gunny said... but one got too close."
*** Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked at Mathayus, "Firstly, do you have grappling rope? Or something that can get me down there without being too noisy? I say this only because the plant reacts badly to high-pitched noises... I wouldn't be surprised if Private Johnson is still stuck in there... well... his bones maybe...", Fawn looked at Mathayus, "Oh... in the corps records, there was a Private, named Johnson, nice guy, but terrible cook, anyway, he got drunk one night and disappeared, then one night when I was sent out to his last location with a recon team, we came across a small version of this very same Bulb Thorn forest, and his pecker was impaled, he was pale and frothing from the mouth... I managed to recover his head and torso only as the plant's corrosive thorns melted his pecker and limps to mush to petrify them... his vocal chords seemed to have been petrified too, showing heavy screaming strain... so that's what I deducted is that he was screaming; it upset the plant; he was impaled by said screaming...", Fawn had a look of sadness on his face, despite speaking about the death in a quick and monotone voice, "Reece made me brake the news to Johnson's family... well before I left the corps, by the way."
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Gypsie looked worried, swiveling around to in front of him and hugging the tiger, "Cry... is good... do..." , she continued to caress his head and stroke his back, "IS okay.... no worry of past... Come... Let go back my home... I give peace to you."
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Zuko frowned in concern. "That... doesn't sound like him. Cousin was always proud, even to a fault. He was always ready to be directly involved. And what you speak... sounds highly unusual. Cousin was never so... ardent. Either cousin has suffered some form of mental trauma, or..."
"... Or someone is posing as him, trying to drive a wedge between the Sangheili and their allies," Frosty said. "Which raises two questions... first, do you have a copy of one of these rants, or know where we can locate one; and second, this Sangheili in extravagant armor... he or she got a name?"
*** Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus hesitated, then put the drop ship in hover mode, then spoke: "Maria, take the controls... Doctor, I know you have no cause to trust me... but while we have no such rope on board, I can still use the Force to float you down and get you back up. I only ask you trust me this once, Private Fawn. We will work as one."
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
The tiger was close to crying, but pulled away just enough to look Gypsie in her eyes, and for a brief moment, his eyes shifted to a beautiful shade of sapphire-blue, during which he reached up to touch her face with his mechanical hand, but hesitated just shy, instead using his natural hand to touch her, slowly heaving a trembling sigh. But such a sentimental moment, before he could allow her in, take her shoulder to cry on, was short-lived, it seemed. He visibly shuddered, his eyes slamming shut, inhaling through clenched teeth, and when his eyes opened again, they flushed red again. But when he looked again in Gypsie's eyes, they flushed purple, with brief glints of blue. He looked behind her, then back at her. Determined, he picked up his rifle, pulled out the magazine, and hit the green button on the side of the base. "Come on, come on..." he muttered. The magazine chirped, and he loaded it into the weapon and cocked it, starting to shakily get to his feet. "You have to go. They come for me, and if they see you, they'll kill you. Run. I'll delay them as long as I--" Pain interrupted him, and his left leg gave out under him, causing him to nearly fall completely to the floor. "I... will de... delay them... as long as I can... don't risk yourself for me... run... Run!"
In this moment, time seemed to slow to a stop, even the tiger seemed frozen, and a disembodied voice would speak to Gypsie: "He refuses to listen. He refuses to acknowledge the destiny that lie before him. He seeks to sacrifice himself... for you. A noble choice, but one you brought him to make. You stand poised to do what no one ever has in so many years. Will you let him sacrifice himself for you, a woman he has never met? Or will you risk yourself to save him, a choice no one has ever made for him? Choose, but quickly - the enemy approaches." The voice fell silent, and time resumed, the tiger again getting to his feet and shouldering his weapon. "Don't be a fool... run!" he whispered.
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"Thel 'Lodamee, he kept yelling that and how he was a major in the Covenant. It's was really obnoxious. And do I look like I carry audio files on me? You'll probably find one at the meeting. I doubt he was a double. Unless a double can run a whole remnant and flies an assault carrier." The wolf replied, then yawned and laid back on the bench.
Blaine had already came back out, coughing to make his presence known. "You mean Resplendent Fervor, Luro's headship. That'd be all the proof I'd need, but that's just me." He stretched his arms and stood in front of the cell. "ONI has your ship cleared for combat operations on Victoria. If things go south, we can always call in fire support." Blaine stated, before hitting the mute wall on the cell. Now, it was only them and the lone Marine guard who had pretended to pass out at his station. "This time around, we'll need those drop pods we talked about. It's a quick, stealthy entry. And a fire team of helljumpers."
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*** Dragon'taan ***
Fawn hit a button on the wall, opening a hatch, looking and turning around to Mathayus, stepping to the edge of the hatch, standing on the edge by his toes, smiling to Mathayus, "As long as the means of helping the sick, the alliance has meaning... besides, you haven't threatened my life yet, so I have no need to hate either of you... also, just call me Doc or Fawn... and one more thing... CATCH!", and with that, Fawn hopped back and started falling to the ground, keeping his body still, hoping Mathayus would catch him.
Fawn had a happy look on his face, and yes, they could have landed the ship, most of the stuff he said was bullshit; he just wanted to have the feeling of grappling again, as whenever he was assigned to think of a PT exercise, his choice was always some form of grappling and climbing.... however, the plants will stab if one makes high-pitched noises.
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
With immense strength, Gypsie picked him up, clicking the safety back on, "No... you cry, I carry and we go my home... I no run.. I strong... quick... danger scared of me...", she gently caressed his check, "But danger scar you... why?", he grasp was gentle yet firm, holding onto the tiger as a tail wiped away a tear from his face.
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*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
The tiger hesitated, his eyes flushing blue for a second, before he said softly, "It's a long story... for a secure location. Take the back--"
"You, nomad!" shouted a voice. "Put the tiger down! Do it now!" A rodent and three mice stood arrayed in front of the door, all of whom wearing identical armor and pointing E-11 Blaster Carbines at her. The tiger's eyes went deep red, and his throat made that hostile, draconic growl. "They want my blood," he hissed in Gypsie's ear. "There's a back door on the other side of the kitchen behind us. Take the back-alleys, we can lose them there - keep to the shadows all the way to your home." He subtly slung his rifle and made sure his lightsabers wouldn't fall off before bracing himself for his protector's move.
*** Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus reacted instantly, using the Force to keep Fawn from hitting the ground, and allowing him to work.
*** UNSC Allegiance ***
"Done," Frosty agreed. "We go in, we smash them. You have the ground op. We'll keep orbit secure, and if the Covenant come knocking, we'll keep them off you. If Nazar or the Predator makes an appearance, alert me, and I'll send a team of Sangheili Marauders."
"Whether this Luro is false or a wayward cousin... I will not allow him to stain my family's honor," Zuko said. He turned to Blaine. "Permission to join the ground op."
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"Completely granted." Blaine replied, putting his hand firmly on Zuko's shoulder. He was never good at apologies, but this was his way of doing so. He quickly turned and gestured for Zuko to follow him. "Frosty, let me know when you're on the bridge and we're outside Victoria," Blaine hollered, walking to the armory. "We're going dark, so silencers and night vision are necessary." He said to Zuko, gripping his helmet. They eventually made it to the armory, where a few of the ODSTs' were prepping. Blaine found his armor, freshly repaired. As he put it on, piece by piece, he looked to Zuko. "So when was the last time you saw Luro?"
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*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Gypsie could easily deal this situation with brute force, she then whispered to the tiger, "Hold breath... close eyes... green gas sleep...", and at that, one of the piercing on her tails opened up and dropped a green twine ball, it breaking on the ground and releasing a suffocating green smoke, and as itwent past her and on the floor, she kicked it up and it started to fill the tavern as she got to the tavern back door in a moment, and once outside, she knelt down, the area around seeming to sink around them before she made a jump, making the ground crack around her as she pushed off it to get up onto a building's roofed balcony. The building seemed abandoned.
Gypsie then helped the tiger down and onto the wall, sitting him down before sitting down in front of him and bringing a finger to her lips as a helicopter went by, and when it shined a light on them, Gypsie hid their faces and the tiger with her tails, pressing into a kiss to make the copter look away. When gone, she pulled back, smiling at him, "Good kiss... We leave night... relax now..."
*** Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked up and smiled to Mathayus as he touched down, looking down at the bulb, readying his omni-tool to cut the bulb at the base; gently aiming the laser to cut the base of the bulb, and as he did, a panick could be felt in his emotions.
In a moment, Fawn turned his omnitool on, causing it's high-pitched start-up to agitate the plant and once it did, Fawn grabbed the bulb after cutting it off, screaming, "Pull me up! NOW!!!", Fawn took the powercell out of his omni-tool, damaging the cell and throwing it at the ground for a powerful rocket jump, making him get up halfway to the dropship as the roots quickly zoomed towards him, "NOWNOWOWNOWNOWNOWNOW!!!"
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*** UNSC Allegiance ***
As Frosty headed for the bridge, Zuko followed Blaine. He was neither good with apologies, but he still spoke: "Blaine... what happened in the interrogation room... was a grieving Sangheili who heard the name of his kin spoken by a rebel calling him a traitor. I don't want to believe my cousin betrayed Sangheilios... but if he did, I will personally take his head. As for you... I am sorry for lashing out. I feared for the sake of my family's honor." In the armory, when Blaine asked about Luro, Zuko sighed as he grabbed a plasma sword, a Storm Rifle, and another rifle that seemed alien even for a Sangheili. "I haven't seen Luro for many years. The last time I spoke to him... was after the war against your UNSC ended, just before the Alliance between our peoples was made official by my father. When I spoke to him, he was... distraught, disturbed - unheard of in him. He was always so fearless, but then... he was weary. Kept saying that an ancient evil, far older than the Forerunners were, had awakened again... I tried to ask him what it was, but he kept telling me he couldn't describe it, that it was... something he felt. A disturbance, but he couldn't describe how." He stopped there, and then said, "I can feel the disturbance, he said..." His brow furrowed in deep concern, as though coming to a revelation he hadn't considered. "The map..." he whispered. He looked up at Blaine, then casually picked up some power cells for his rifle from a locker near Blaine as he whispered in his ear, "I have to show you something... this threat may be larger than we originally thought."
*** Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus did as requested, pulling up Fawn with the Force, hauling him up to the drop ship and setting him on his feet. "Did you get what we need? And did you get enough?"
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
The Tiger was breathless at the sudden "kiss", but soon started to fear again. He gently grabbed Gypsie's wrist, looking in her eyes with an apologetic expression. "We have to... we have to keep moving," he said, struggling to stay awake. "We may be... safe..." he winced, groaning softly as something in his shoulder with the mechanical arm pained him. "... we may be safe... at your house... for a day, maybe two... maybe more, depending on... where it is. But they saw you... help me. They'll be... looking for you... we can't stay... here. I... I'm... so... sorry. I should... never have... put you in dang... danger. I'm... I'm sorry." A tear left his eye.
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*** Dragon'taan ***
Fawn landed gracefully on the hatch door, holding the crystaline bulb in his suited hand, "I did... but I need constant light on it, all natural... I can stand on the ship's roof, but the dragling must get outside without having to move him much at all right now as from what you showed me, their scales would have stuck to whatever bed it lays on, and moving them would tear those scales off painfully as possible... but this bulb will fix that when the dragling consumes it's juice... So call wherever the dragling's being kept and tell them to get it outside to an area that the dropship can land, and to NOT pick him up at all or touch him right now, or else they will be stuck to him and any movement from them will hurt him badly.
*** Dragon'taan, Indari Manor, Raz's room ***
Raz soon woke up crying non-stop like a baby who had just woke up from a horrid nightmare, and this would cause a motherly instinct in whomever possessed the instinct to cradle the child, but only if they felt obligated to.
Raz was crying from his scales on his back having bound to the sheet beneath him.
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Gypsie wiped the tear away with her tail, leaving it there for him to hug if he felt like it, "No go... too bright... we stay.", she took another seed out of her pouch and held it to his lips, "Eat... help pain... taste bad... feel good after..."
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Blaine nodded as he grabbed a silenced MA5 submachine gun and a silenced version of his magnum. He filled his pouches with clips, grenades and grabbed a few flares for emergency. "Let's go," He whispered before going to the hall and waiting for Zuko's lead. As he waited, he put his helmet on and activated the visor.
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*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
The tiger chuckled, but still crying so subtly, tears falling. She was a kind woman... but she didn't understand the gravity of the danger she was in. And he wished he could make her understand they had to leave, get clear of the city. Still, for the moment, they were safe... the mercs weren't pursuing, it seemed. But it wouldn't last. More mercs would be all over this area, and with air support. He sank lower, gently pulling her down with him. "Stay low... if they can't see us..." he murmured. When she offered the seed, he gently refused, shaking his head. "The pain... isn't..." he winced, his shoulder again bothering him. "Let... let me... show you. Look on... my wound... with your own eyes." He undid his cloak with his natural hand shaking, then removed one of the plates of his mechanical arm, and finally moved his tunic shoulder aside, revealing an acid burn that looked quite old. The fur had been seemingly scorched off permanently, and the skin looked withered, as though the burn healed slowly, but never finished. He winced and hissed in pain, letting Gypsie look on what pained him. More importantly, it seemed to glow softly.
*** Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus took control of the drop ship again, and steered it toward Indari Manor, sending an emergency hail. It was almost immediately answered, and Raz could be heard crying in the background. "Indari here," came Kyle's voice. Anna stood, not touching the child, but crying as she tried to shush him.
"Doctor, explain to Kyle what you explained to me," Mathayus requested.
*** UNSC Allegiance ***
Zuko led Blaine to his quarters, keeping him close to whisper to him, "For now, we cannot tell any of what I am about to show you to Andrew. He does not easily understand such things. Clear?"
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"Like ocean water," Blaine replied, he knew it was a big deal if he couldn't tell Frosty. Blaine stretched his arms, his back was still sore from Sedra. Soldiers filed past him, officers occasionally turning their heads. Blaine had to get used to soldiers who used to respect him as a Marine, disliked him as a spook.
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Zuko took a careful look around, and led Blaine into his quarters. "Ever since the argument in the interrogation room," he began, "I've been going over everything that's happened so far because something isn't adding up. I'm with you on one thing: The Rebels are a serious threat and need to be stopped. But after hearing what the prisoner said about Luro? A traitor who acts through intermediaries? I just can't get there." He accessed his computer and went into his personal files, linking up the holographic projector in his room. "When you asked me when the last time I spoke to Luro, it got me thinking of Nazar - a Sith Lord like him? Getting involved with Rebels? It doesn't make any sense. If he was building an army, The Covenant would make more sense as an ally. But then, why would he try and sabotage a meeting with the Covenant and the Rebels? What could he possibly gain from that?" The projectors glowed as he kept speaking, "I think Nazar is building an army, and throwing us for a loop, trying to get our attention off him. The Yaut'ja were just a convenient sudden attack to further cover his purpose." The holographic unit in the ceiling deployed, and the room suddenly became a star map with a thin red line moving erratically through it. "When Luro left, he promised he'd come back, help rebuild our people." He indicated the line. "After he left, Father kept track of his ship via a slipspace beacon on board." he followed the line to it's end. "This is where we lost track of him - he went well beyond Sangheili space. First off, this is Imperial Alliance territory, the prison planet of Belsavis. It was here that he just disappeared, dropped off the grid. Second, the line he said before he left - 'I can feel the disturbance'. Father couldn't discern any meaning, but I mentioned it in passing during a visit to Indari Manor years ago, and High General Indari made an interesting speculation..." He sighed, then looked to Blaine. "... He speculated that Luro somehow developed some form of Force awareness or sensitivity. I didn't consider it before because it seemed impossible, but with Nazar's involvement... it makes such a speculation seem plausible. Now, this..." He highlighted an area in UNSC space. "... is where we are. We're nowhere near Belsavis for the Sangheili we believe to be Luro to come here - for one, after we lost track of his ship, we had rumored sightings of his ship in places that went the other direction; two, the prisoner said Luro commanded an Assault Carrier... and I know that's not right - Luro never fancied those vessels. He felt they presented too big a target. The only ship he ever did use was a modified RCS-class Armored Cruiser, the Assured Victory. He named and modded it himself. He'd sooner see that ship destroyed than use another ship." He sighed, gathering his breath. "Finally, Luro spoke of an ancient evil, older than the Forerunners. Something that he'd never seen before. Now when you compare his movement..." He indicated each planet with a rumored sighting of his cousin's ship. "Belsavis? Nar Shaddaa? Dromund Kaas? These aren't random spots - and we know he was tracking something. Looking for it. He wasn't obsessed, but from his tone, it sounded like a potential threat. In IA Space, there is only one enigmatic species that could possibly fit the bill of what Luro referenced - Rakatan. Now, back here, Nazar is clearly involved in this - whatever he is after here, he's either found it, or damn close to it. And he wants to throw us off the trail." He shook his head with a worried sigh. "Is it a slam dunk? No, but... what if whoever is leading the Covenant with Nazar is trying to cover their tracks by posing as or blaming Luro? He may be involved in this, but not as our enemy - the data doesn't match." Zuko waited for what he explained to sink in.
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*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
The tiger chuckled, but still crying so subtly, tears falling. She was a kind woman... but she didn't understand the gravity of the danger she was in. And he wished he could make her understand they had to leave, get clear of the city. Still, for the moment, they were safe... the mercs weren't pursuing, it seemed. But it wouldn't last. More mercs would be all over this area, and with air support. He sank lower, gently pulling her down with him. "Stay low... if they can't see us..." he murmured. When she offered the seed, he gently refused, shaking his head. "The pain... isn't..." he winced, his shoulder again bothering him. "Let... let me... show you. Look on... my wound... with your own eyes." He undid his cloak with his natural hand shaking, then removed one of the plates of his mechanical arm, and finally moved his tunic shoulder aside, revealing an acid burn that looked quite old. The fur had been seemingly scorched off permanently, and the skin looked withered, as though the burn healed slowly, but never finished. He winced and hissed in pain, letting Gypsie look on what pained him. More importantly, it seemed to glow softly.
*** Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus took control of the drop ship again, and steered it toward Indari Manor, sending an emergency hail. It was almost immediately answered, and Raz could be heard crying in the background. "Indari here," came Kyle's voice. Anna stood, not touching the child, but crying as she tried to shush him.
"Doctor, explain to Kyle what you explained to me," Mathayus requested.
*** UNSC Allegiance ***
Zuko led Blaine to his quarters, keeping him close to whisper to him, "For now, we cannot tell any of what I am about to show you to Andrew. He does not easily understand such things. Clear?"
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Gypsie looked at the wound, her eyes falling with a wince of pain, as if she could feel the pain he did, she then took out another foul smelling item, and applied it to the wound, and at that it would soothe it as she worked it in, "When young, I got trouble in green water... mother fear of death before no-mad came... gave mix of sacred brown, and miracle seed... it help... fur growed.... mother happy...", she kept rubbing it on more and looked worry as she ran out, "SAcred mud gone... no... will soothe until get home...", she then perked up as a nearby door creaked open, but it was too far away and behind toomany walls for Kyle to hear, "We go now...", she then put her arms under him, trying to guide the tiger onto her back as she shifted her bow to dangle around her hips.
*** Dragon'taan ***
Fawn spoke into the mic through his helmet's radio, explaining what he needed to happen, "Along with those, I need a disposable juicer, 2 pints of water, and something to drop the dragling's body temperature drastically, almost to hypothermia... super helium may work, but I need a liquid condensed form... a single droplet's worth should be enough.", sure, Fawn sounded crazy, but he had done this before, and these methods of reducing heavy burns and such of that was in an old book written by him under an alias known as Nwaf, which is why he could get food for himself when he went AWOL.
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Blaine stepped back and took his helmet off. He looked at the map around him, silently mulling over what Zuko told him. It seemed obvious at the surface, but Zuko would know more about his cousin than he would. "So someone started a group of remnants posing as an ex-Supreme commander. Seems plausible, as for Nazar. It feels like he's using the rebels and the remnants at least as distractions. Keep us busy with another civil war and just swoop in, taking over everything in sight." Blaine stated, setting his SMG down. He used his CNI to take over the projectors, pulling up Victoria. "He's been at every meeting and it seems he didn't hide until this time. If Luro's ship was lost in IA territory, Nazar may have captured him to set his plan in motion."
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*** Dragon'taan ***
Neither Kyle nor Anna questioned Fawn, moving with speed and purpose getting everything requested. They were ready and waiting by the time Mathayus and Maria landed before them. "Work quickly, doc," Maria said, holding her stomach and wiping off her forehead. "That little dragling has been through enough as it is." She then muttered about being starving for peanut butter.
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
The tiger let Gypsie guide him, unslinging his rifle. "I can't stand... but I can still shoot," he said, feeling much less pained, but still very tired. "I'll keep you covered." the rifle made a soft click as he flicked off the safety and used his legs to keep Gypsie's bow stable as best he could. "Keep your ears as covered as best you can if I have to use this. And..." he whispered softly in Gypsie's ear, "... if I don't make it, go to the easternmost landing bay, find the Marauder... get inside, tell it... dispatch code zero. Tell who answers... I'm sorry. Tell him Kyle sends his deepest apologies... both for how I treated him, and for leaving him when he needs me the most."
*** UNSC Allegiance ***
"Either way, we have to play this carefully. One wrong move, and we lose more than my cousin. But I have an idea... it's a long shot, but I need you to trust me on it, and keep Andrew at bay no matter what. He's a Spartan, but still a brother to me; if he knew, he would try and interfere. But there are things he refuses to understand... the Force being one of them," Zuko said.
"Attention all hands - battle alert. We are entering the Victoria system. All hands to battlestations. Ground teams, prep for combat - contact imminent." Frosty's voice said over the ship's intercom. Zuko looked to Blaine, waiting for his response - either to trust the Sangheili's unspoken plan, or to try and offer an alternative.
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Blaine lit a cigarette and grabbed his SMG off the table, slinging it over his shoulder. He then turned to Zuko, pausing for a moment. "Alright, let's hear it," He said, turning the projectors off. Blaine didn't understand this force but then again, he learned about a lot of new things in the last 48 hours.
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*** Dragon'taan ***
Neither Kyle nor Anna questioned Fawn, moving with speed and purpose getting everything requested. They were ready and waiting by the time Mathayus and Maria landed before them. "Work quickly, doc," Maria said, holding her stomach and wiping off her forehead. "That little dragling has been through enough as it is." She then muttered about being starving for peanut butter.
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
The tiger let Gypsie guide him, unslinging his rifle. "I can't stand... but I can still shoot," he said, feeling much less pained, but still very tired. "I'll keep you covered." the rifle made a soft click as he flicked off the safety and used his legs to keep Gypsie's bow stable as best he could. "Keep your ears as covered as best you can if I have to use this. And..." he whispered softly in Gypsie's ear, "... if I don't make it, go to the easternmost landing bay, find the Marauder... get inside, tell it... dispatch code zero. Tell who answers... I'm sorry. Tell him Kyle sends his deepest apologies... both for how I treated him, and for leaving him when he needs me the most."
*** Dragon'taan ***
Fawn quickly hopped off the ship's roof, running to Raz's side, holding the glowing bulb in his hand. Fawn took the juicer and slammed the pod into the juicer, grinding it to a pulp and into a cup of glowing liquid, he then took the super helium and pried open Raz's maw, to which Raz weakly fought back, "Calm down, little one, this will help you...", Raz wanted help; he wanted the pain to stop, so he opened his maw for easy access, and Fawn spilt the droplet down his throat, freezing Raz's throat and reducing the inflammation greatly to as near possible to normal, he then grabbed the cup of water and pints.
Fawn brought the pint forward, looking to Maria, "Miss, grab the large dropper from my roll-out equipment mat and I will use my smaller droplet on the quarter cup of pod essence, and after each drop of essence, chase it quickly with a spurt of water. The water helps the essence act quicker.", he then looked back at Mathayus, "And you, use your powers to keep the dragling calm, and also keep his maw open."
Fawn looked around at the others, "The child will make it, but I need complete cooperation, so when I say so, hold him down because after droplet 10, the dragling will start to have violent convulsions, however the water will greatly reduce that, and at that point, his scales will be touchable and normal, but still hot, I recommend some form of heat protection.", there was a smile, but stern determination on Fawn's face, like he missed this thrill of having somebody's life in his hands.
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Gypsie shook her head, lightly slapping Kyle, "No! We go now! Turn gun off! We silent. Me quick.", she returned him to in her arms, and she walked back, getting a running start before leaping off the balcony and roof jumping abnormal and impossible gaps, seemingly pulsing patterns on her fur each time she did this, but only on each step, and even then, her steps were quiet, and it appeared that she was flying from how fast and quiet she was going.
As they ran, Gypsie smiled as an explosion went off in a very far off area, "Car noisy... rod explosive... they think you for gun... decoy good?", it seemed so as the helicopters and armored vehicles descended on the now far away explosion.
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*New Berlin*
Fayam laughed along: "I know, right? I mean, pirates seem to think they're quite powerful. They appear too self-confident to even be careful. Plus, they never have any armour on their ships at all! Add a trigger-happy dude behind the helm of a warship... They're dead! But anyway, uh, Benny. Can you tell me something about the Insurrectionists? That's what you call yourself, right?"
*Coruscant*
Anna was confused. She did not know what to respond and her eyes called out to her copilot: Help me... The copilot cast a reply to Khev: "Wait a second. The ship behind us was also trying to evacuate us. How can we know we can trust you, and how do we know how we can't trust them?" The mechanic stepped up and answered: "Follow Khev. The Romulan are using special Challenge ID's. The ship behind us didn't give one, now did they? And besides, she knows Anna's name..." Anna understood, leaped behind the helm and moved Faith towards the Mogai Warbird. The gunslinger decided it was better to not put Faith out of combat mode, even though it couldn't use Warp Drive in that state. The copilot made up for it: "Sorry commander Khev, but some of your protocols are unknown to me. Fortunately our mechanic knew them. We'll follow you."
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-guards responded: "If you clarify what ions you've found, we could perhaps assist you."
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*** New Berlin ***
"That's right," Benny responded with a nod. "Along with our lesser, sister faction, the United Rebel Front. We hear they're getting backing from the Covenant Remnant, and that'd be a huge asset to us. If we could convince them to throw in with us, we'd have access to some new toys and ships comparable to UNSC designs. Anyway, what did you want to know?"
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
The D'Derridex Warbird seemed to do nothing as Faith positioned herself with the Mogai and her escorts. "Romulan Warbird, you are far out of your league and heavily outnumbered; you have multiple Imperial Alliance vessels bearing down on you, and in five minutes, the Interstellar Concordium will be here, and I don't need to remind you how devastating just one of their ships can be. Leave immediately." The Romulan Warbird didn't respond, but eventually turned and left the system. Commander Khev contacted Anna: "Glad they saw reason. As soon as the ISC escort group gets here, we can get you to New Romulus. Republic Intelligence isn't taking chances with your safety on this one."
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
"Ion trails are how ships in space are tracked - they are left when a ship goes to warp speed or hyperspace - the only FTL drive that doesn't leave such a trail are the slipspace drives of the UNSC and Covenant," Rear Admiral Scott explained to the Toma-guards.
"He speaks the truth," Captain Dax affirmed. "What we detected was, indeed, an ion trail... but our computers didn't recognize it. All we got was that it was an ion trail. We're transmitting what we have on it... but it's not much. I doubt I need to tell you to keep an eye on sensors directed outward."
*** Dragon'taan ***
Everyone did exactly what Fawn said, when he said, how he said, hoping and praying they would save Razuel's life.
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
"A decoy..." Kyle murmured. He then chuckled weakly as he clicked the safety back on. "Clever. But keep moving... move while they are--" a low rumble above them interrupted him, and drops of water began sprinkling lightly, very slowly intensifying. "... perfect," Kyle said weakly. "We can move in the rain; it'll mask our scent from their trackers. Where... where do you live?" He sounded increasingly tired, and his speech was starting to slur slightly.
*** UNSC Allegiance ***
"We go in, as planned - smash the rebels. But we need to get the Covenant Remnant's attention - something to get them here. When they arrive, I will sneak aboard their ship, and ride it to where they're operating from. Once there, I'll trigger a slipspace beacon - a special one. One that... cousin would never miss. You'll know it when you see it, and the Remnant will not detect it - they can't. A secret shared between my kin. When you pick up that beacon... come in, and come in hard. If what I... suspect... is true, someone else will make an appearance. You'll know them when you see them."
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"An envoy is supposed to be there. Use him to get aboard and my men will cover you," Blaine quickly replied, they had only a few minutes to get to the drop bay. "Let's get moving," He said, moving to the door. Before he opened the door, he turned to Zuko. "Andrew will find out about this, you know. But he doesn't have to know until you're already on board." Blaine said, then opening the door and jogging down the hall. "Alright my NI is showing all assets in the drop bay, we got 5 mikes to drop." He hollered back to Zuko as they moved down the hall.
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*** Dragon'taan ***
After the convulsions, Fawn noticed that the efforts to keep Raz's temperature down weren't working, he then grabbed the last pint and poured the rest of the serum into it, causing it to bubble, "Hold his mouth open and pull on his throat! I need to get this down into him quickly!", if the others would do as he said, Fawn would pour the liquid down in a steady stream into Raz's throat, it ultimately causing a black smoke to puft up occasionally, "Don't be afraid of that... it's only how the soulstone expels heavy sicknesses... this only means it's working!".
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Gypsie looked at Kyle as she lept over a 8-way intersection and landing on a general store, "I live forest... big tree... high!", Gypsie's face was sour, occasionally snarling as heavy raindrops hit her head and face.
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*** Dragon'taan ***
When it was done, Anna waited, tears pricking her eyes and already streaming down her cheeks. Kyle had a hand around her waist, to console her if the worst happened. Mathayus mumbled something softly, and Maria stayed knelt by Raz's side.
*** Approaching outer edge of Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Kyle shuddered as the rain intensified, and tried to draw his cloak around him. He tried to stay awake, but it got harder to do so. "Hurry... L... lose... losing... con... conscious... ness..."
*** UNSC Allegiance ***
Zuko followed Blaine to their destination. "Thank god Andrew got Sangheili drop pods along with the ODST pods..." he muttered.
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They arrived at the drop bay, eight troopers stood around talking and gearing up. Blaine whistled loudly, catching everyone's attention. "Where's your squad leaders?" Blaine asked, with two troopers turning around and walking up. One was Lee, from the operation on Sedra. The other, a Vulpine with red trimmed ODST armor and a skull painted on his visor. "Hey spook. I don't believe you two have met, this is Sgt. Daniels," Lee said, gesturing to the fox who smirked. "No time for formalities, we're taking out Camp New Hope," Blaine said, catching the attention of the troops. "There's a major URF meeting with Covie remnants, we're there to pick up intel and schwack the meeting." Blaine pulled his helmet on and unshouldered his SMG. "Lee's squad will drop to the north of the camp and will clear an LZ, then set up a sniper post. Zuko, Daniel's squad and myself will drop from the south, near the entrance. We'll infiltrate, recon and once Lee has set up a eagle's nest, we'll begin the assault." Blaine finished, before the alarm went off. Drop time in one mike, a voice said over the intercom. Blaine gestured to the pods, and moved to the one next to Zuko's. He set his submachine gun inside, and looked to Zuko. "Alright, before we go. I'm sorry as well, about the whole fight. You and Andrew are two good guns to have." Blaine said as he sat down in the pod.
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*** Dragon'taan ***
When it was done, Anna waited, tears pricking her eyes and already streaming down her cheeks. Kyle had a hand around her waist, to console her if the worst happened. Mathayus mumbled something softly, and Maria stayed knelt by Raz's side.
*** Approaching outer edge of Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Kyle shuddered as the rain intensified, and tried to draw his cloak around him. He tried to stay awake, but it got harder to do so. "Hurry... L... lose... losing... con... conscious... ness..."
*** UNSC Allegiance ***
Zuko followed Blaine to their destination. "Thank god Andrew got Sangheili drop pods along with the ODST pods..." he muttered.
*** Dragon'taan ***
Nobody had noticed this, but Razuel had gone completely still after the convulsions stopped. A heavy fear fell over Fawn's face as he didn't see Raz moving, but as he saw Raz's soulstone flicker a smile came upon his face, "Good... The dragling will recover, but the strain he has gone through has caused a sort of 'rebooting' to occur in the soulstone, as it processes the experience to prepare for stronger pains... In hindsight, it's good that he went through this as it will raise his pain tolerance drastically. I'm talking about near-titanium tolerance... in fact, watch his scales over the next few days, you'll see something happen.", Fawn turned away from the group, looking back at Mathayus, gesturing him to follow to behind a wall.
*** Approaching outer edge of Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Gypsie looked at him, smiling as she paused for a moment on a high balcony, "Sleep... safe when wake up...", and at that, Gypsie quickly picked up her speed again as she hummed a soft tune to him over the whooshing wind.
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*** Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus followed Fawn behind the wall, asking quietly, "Something you wanted to share?"
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Kyle did as requested, and drifted into sleep, and soon after, a subtle, yet somehow soothing thrum could be heard from him - sounding no different than that of a sleeping dragon.
*** UNSC Allegiance ***
Zuko smiled. "You are bold to call him by his name. He will respect that." He then got in his drop pod without another word, and waited for the drop.
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"Alright, pucker up boys. I don't wanna spray out your pods," Blaine yelled before closing his pod, illiciting a few laughs from the some troops. Once he closed the pod, he took a deep breath and adjusted his helmet. "Alright, just like Mombassa.." Blaine said to himself. The comm screens appeared, showing Daniels and Zuko. "Okay then, when we land, check for any signs of resistance. Once we're clear, we'll move onto the camp," He stated. A moment passed and the green light came on, "Off into the wild blue yonder!" Blaine yelled, laughing as the pods burst from the ship and dropped straight into Hell.
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*** Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus followed Fawn behind the wall, asking quietly, "Something you wanted to share?"
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Kyle did as requested, and drifted into sleep, and soon after, a subtle, yet somehow soothing thrum could be heard from him - sounding no different than that of a sleeping dragon.
*** UNSC Allegiance ***
Zuko smiled. "You are bold to call him by his name. He will respect that." He then got in his drop pod without another word, and waited for the drop.
*** Dragon'taan ***
Fawn's helmet had finally come off his head as it sat on the ground, it's inner insulation being somewhat dirty, "Where did you find this child? Do you not know how powerful he is!?", Fawn studied Mathayus for a moment before continuing, "That child bears a rare stone, one I only saw on a far off planet in a primitive, but advanced society of these types of dragons... I was an ambassador at that time, and a child... anyway, I became friends with the royals of that planet.... I can tell you more... but better where I can relax and not worry of others listening in...", Fawn stood there, awaiting any response.
*** Katrina City, Tau Dewa ***
Gypsie heard the thrum, and smiled, keeping quiet as she listened to him. Within moments, Gypsie arrived at their destination, making her way to an area near there with cover as she laid Kyle down, but when she did, her fur and appearance seemed to age quickly, however, she would recover as this is only a temporary effect for using her powers.
Gypsie reached over to Kyle, rubbing his cheek gingerly with her wrinkled hand.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Very well - on one condition: My brother hears this. He and his wife feel responsible for the child. They deserve to know. Clear?" Mathayus responded.
*** Tau Dewa ***
Kyle shuddered and shivered slightly at Gypsie's touch, still giving off that dragon thrum as he slept. He twitched, occasionally thrashing lightly, but otherwise remaining still.
His mind, for once, was - while not calm - quiet.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn grumbled, "Fine... but they cannot utter it to anyone else... I made a promise to the Dracons to only those I trust... don't make me regret this... please..", Fawn then went back to the group, slowly walking by Mathayus.
*** Tau Dewa ***
Gypsie still hadn't recovered from the previous use of her powers, so she simply sat next to Kyle, leaning against him and hugging him as she fell asleep, her tails wrapping around them both to provide warmth.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus inclined his head. "You... you met his family... Very well. Kyle and Anna are no strangers to keeping secrets."
*** Tau Dewa ***
Kyle had no way of knowing how long he was out. He simply woke, for no reason, in the dark of night, and was a bit taken aback to see - and feel - Gypsie hugging him as she slept. His eyes shifted to blue as he looked upon her. He gently stroked her cheek, then tried to meditate.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn stopped in his tracks, his ears perking up as he turned around slowly, "What. What did you say?"
*** Tau Dewa ***
Gypsie had fallen asleep rather quickly; the paint on her fur lightly shone, showing her old lady features slightly, but it was still her, as with the naked eye, her young features slowly returned to her and she regained her young look, but she would still be quite weak for a while.
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** Victoria Orbit, Tauri 111 System **
The pods screamed through the atmosphere, flames licking at their bottoms. Blaine gazed out his windows, clouds rushing by and the squads pods spinning by. The colony-planet's surface appeared, trees up to a darkened ring around the newly rebuilt camp. The ring was from Shiva nuclear missiles the UNSC used against the URF back in '31. Soon, the alert came up showing imminent landing. He gripped the handles and the pod crashed into the ground.
The door burst off and Blaine jumped out, MA5 in hand. He looked around, shouldering his SMG and activating his visor. Over the private comm network, Blaine called in, "This is Bear, how copy? Who made it in the LZ?" Daniels called in, "We're clear. Moving to your position." Lee also called in, reporting that the LZ was clear. "Zuko, you make in alright?" Blaine radioed in, alone in a clearing in the woods.
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*** Victoria ***
Zuko could be heard grunting forcefully over the radio before he answered, "I'm good. Door mechanism got stuck. But I'm out, moving to your location. Keep your eyes on the trees and the enemy - getting ghost signals again. And we know what happened last time we got those."
*** Indari Manor ***
Mathayus whispered in Fawn's ear, "I merely surmised you met the child's family, given what you told me. No offense meant."
*** Tau Dewa ***
Kyle sighed softly, gently removed Gypsie's arms, and let her lay still, throwing her cloak over her, then stroking her cheek softly once. "Touching, dragon - so you have feelings, after all," said a voice Kyle had heard before. He turned to face the one who'd spoke with eyes flushed red and an angry growl escaping his throat.
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Blaine immediately stood up, raising his barrel to the tree tops. "Daniels, get your squad here. Now." Blaine sternly ordered, getting tense. Only a few moments later, Daniels and three other ODSTs arrived, forming a perimeter around the drop pod. "What are we waiting for?" Daniels asked, swaying his silenced battle rifle around at the trees. "We're waiting on Zuko, just keep an eye on the trees. Trying using
the VISR." Blaine whispered. His radar was picking up ghosts, like Zuko said. Knowing what it specifically looked like made his blood run cold.
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***Indari Manor***
Fawn pointed at Mathayus, "You said that kid is a Dracon? That's impossible! I was told they were all killed by... Reece... I SWEAR to **censor** GOD!" He then lowered his voice and hand, "I swear to god, when I find Reece, I will KILL him for lying to me!", Fawn then spoke under his breath, "He probably killed them too..."
***Tau Dewa***
Gypsie slowly wok up, placing a hand on Kyle, "No fight... sleep.. I deal...", she said in an elderly voice, and at that she tried to get up, her hands and legs shambling as she grabbed her knife, "What want?"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus put a hand on Fawn's shoulder. "We will get him, Private - with what you have said so far, we have enough evidence to court-martial Reece. It seems he's risen in his career only by standing on the backs of you and others; you are not the first he victimized, it seems." He motioned his head for Fawn to follow, then tapped on Kyle's shoulder. "We need to talk," he whispered in his ear. Mathayus would then lead them into his room in the manor, and into his meditation chamber. "Mister Fawn... explain to my brother what you told me, please."
(Don't feel compelled to describe the entire story - just describe Fawn telling a long tale. No need to quote his entire tale.)
*** Tau Dewa ***
"What do you want?" Kyle hissed in that draconic voice, putting a hand out to keep Gypsie behind him.
"You know what I have come for," said the intruder, a lion in what seemed to be golden robes. "Surrender, and I will leave your friend alone. I will call off my hunters looking for her."
Kyle growled angrily. "I fell for your word once; it will not happen twice! You have no honor, no valor! You are a murderer and a liar!" In a suddenly raised voice, Kyle screamed, "You will not take her from me! You will not harm her!"
"Easy, dragon - remember, anger leads to the dark side," the lion taunted.
Kyle snarled. "Did you forget? I am no Jedi!" He gestured, drawing energy, and suddenly launched both hands forward ans sent a massive blast of power at the Lion, sending him flying. Kyle immediately drew his lightsabers and activated them, the imperial crimson blades blazing to life in an instant. The lion leapt up and activated his own lightsaber, with a violet blade. The Lion closed on Kyle, but he stood his ground, and the second he came in range, Kyle let loose on him; any move made in Gypsie's direction was immediately blocked and countered. Behind Gypsie, a squad of soldiers appeared, and pointed weapons at her. Kyle saw this, and his eyes went wide. He immediately disengaged and put himself between Gypsie and the soldiers. They began firing their blasters, but Kyle moved his lightsabers in swift, graceful arcs, intercepting the energy bolts with his lightsabers. "Blades! Blades!" the NCO of the group shouted. The soldiers stopped firing their weapons, and drew all manner of modern swords. They all rushed for Kyle and Gypsie, and he screamed in an anger-induced combat rage; he engaged the attackers, throwing punches and kicks, swirling fire, lashing lightning, and seemingly blade-dancing around Gypsie, keeping the soldiers from getting anywhere near her.
"It can't be..." said the Lion. "He... he guides him..." he looked to Gypsie with a look of surprise. "He guides you both!" He looked to what was left of his squad. "HOLD! HOLD!" he shouted. Abruptly, the fighting stopped, leaving Kyle panting heavily, Lightsabers ready to strike again. "Who the ancient one chooses is not my concern - but death always comes to those who hunts that which he protects. We will hunt you no longer - I cannot say the same for others, however. They do not understand the legends of the ancient one, as I do." He gestured, and his troops left. He looked to Gypsie. "You are fortunate to have him - but take care, for there will be blood and death before the end."
The voice from the tavern spoke to Gypsie, though time didn't slow and those present couldn't hear it: "Strange thing is, he is not mistaken. Many things you and Kyle will face together. And I will guide you - if you only but listen. Kyle refuses to even hear me - truthfully, I do not blame him." the voice paused, then continued, "The hunter is also right on the account that others will come for you - hunters that seek his blood. It is something in his past, something they feel he should not have survived. They must not find him or you; you and Kyle must disappear. Kyle will have an escape plan - ask him of it. Get clear, then head for Belsavis - this I command of him. He has a destiny, and must walk the path. Belsavis will start him on it." The voice then fell silent and disappeared, and the Lion walked away, leaving Kyle panting, glaring angrily, lightsabers still active and confused, the blades of his weapon slowly lowering. He looked to Gypsie with a frown, his eyes still angry, but his face asking the question his voice couldn't: "Why did they stop?"
*** Victoria ***
Zuko arrived moments later, rather quietly. "Let's get going," he whispered. "Our predator friend is out there, but he's not after us; if he was, we'd know. We're all armed. If he wanted us, he'd have taken shots at us by now. He's after something else."
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"Okay then, let's move," Blaine ordered, moving into the forest. He stepped over tree roots, branches and through tall grass. The lights from the camp became more and more illuminating, the sounds of the forest dimming as they moved closer to the camp. "Lee, report in," Blaine radioed in, pausing at the edge of the treeline. "Lee here, we're almost in sniping position, ETA half a mike." Lee's voice replied, cracking over the helmet radio. Blaine paused for a moment, crouching and examining the grey ring of dead tree and soil. "All it took to end this place was a few Spartans and a nuke. Surprised I haven't been replaced," Blaine whispered to Zuko, grabbing a handful of ashes and pouring it on the forest bed.
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---Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan---
"Since we have time you can probably explain to me, what are those Sith? It seems you regard what I presume is a title highly" Shoon asked with curiosity.
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*** Victoria ***
"Don't jinx yourself, pal," Zuko chuckled. The trees above rustled, and a shimmering figure stood among the branches. His eyes flashed momentarily. "Don't shoot - it'll only provoke him. He's not here for us." As though in confirmation, the Predator landed on the ground before them with a thump! and de-cloaked, looking between Zuko and Blaine. A slow, guttural croak came from him.
*** Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
"I don't know all the details of them - to get the specifics, you'll have to speak to the head of the Dragon'taan Crusaders - Mathayus Indari. He knows them better than anyone," Makkar replied. "What I do know was that the Sith are - or were - a break-off faction of Dark Jedi, who were exiled into unknown space by the Jedi Order after an unsuccessful rebellion. These exiles would come across the worlds of Korriban, Ziost, and Dromund Kaas, and over the course of many years, would build what became known as the Sith Empire."
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Blaine slowly stood up, gesturing for the men behind to hold fire. He took his helmet and stared it down. "What the hell do you want?" Blaine whispered, keeping a firm grip on his gun. Zuko may have been fine talking with a Yaut'ja, but Blaines' programmed instinct was always kill first, ask questions after. It seemed the same for Daniels as he stood behind Blaine, battle rifle shouldered and finger by the trigger.
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The Yaut'ja looked to Blaine, then removed two wires in his mask, then the mask itself. He stared at Zuko and Blaine, then uttered, "Sith... hunt... Sith..."
"What is the Sith doing here?" Zuko asked. "What's he after?"
"Sith... search... Ra-ka-tan..." the Predator responded.
The name "Rakatan" caused Zuko to blink in recognition. "So Nazar is looking for something Rakatan here in UNSC Space," he surmised. "But what?"
The Yaut'ja had an answer, albeit not a clear one: "Star... Forge..." Zuko frowned in confusion, not recognizing what the Predator spoke.
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Blaine stared at the Predator, then looked to Zuko. "A star forge...I read something on the Rakatan a long time ago. The forge was a myth, a way to create a massive army," Blaine said, almost doubting the Yaut'ja. "If he's right and it does exist, Nazar really is making an army. And he's using the rebels as distractions." Blaine quietly stated, waiting for a response.
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---Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan---
"I see" Shoon paused for a brief moment "And what are those "Jedi"? I military order?"
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"A Star Forge..." Zuko repeated. "But... that can't be... the Star Forge was destroyed by Darth Revan centuries ago."
"Faasnu... know... tell... Infinite... Engine..." The Predator said, before donning his mask and disappearing.
"Faasnu..." Zuko whispered. He turned to Blaine. "When you explain this to Andrew, tell him to seek out Mathayus Indari on Dragon'taan; Faasnu was his old Sith name. Something tells me that the Infinite Engine the Predator mentioned and the Star Forge are related, but we don't have time to find out - we need to move before the enemy realizes they're in danger."
*** Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
"I know next to nothing about the Jedi Order, save that they are definitely not a military order. Not entirely. Only when the battles grow desperate do the Jedi involve themselves in military operations. Ordinarily, they're more like police, negotiators, ambassadors, peacekeepers... they take on many tasks. No one can really, definitively, define their order as one thing or another," Makkar explained.
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Blaine nodded and donned his helmet, gesturing for the men to follow. He took off, sprinting towards the camp. Occasionally he'd stop, look around and take off again. Once they arrived at the perimeter fence, he stopped and ordered someone to cut through the fencing. "Okay, Lee's squad is in position. Zuko, when we get in go stealth and shadow the envoy," Blaine said, looking at the Sangheili. "Your best bet is hitching his ride to the flagship. When you're ready, radio me and I'll start up." The fence snapped back and Daniels moved his men through, waiting on Zuko and Blaine.
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Zuko hit his PCD and vanished, moving unusually quiet for such a large warrior. He moved about the camp, and eventually spotted the Envoy. Extravagant armor, indeed - and heavily modified, it seemed. He was speaking to a Rebel Advisor.
"Zuko to Blaine - I have the Envoy in sight," Zuko whispered on his radio. He looked behind them, and spotted the Envoy's ship. "I know how I'll get aboard the enemy flagship - wait for my signal, then launch the attack. You'll know it when you see it." He then went near the waiting drop ship - which was foolishly unguarded - and unslung the alien rifle, shouldered it, and fired a shot at a Rebel Anti-Aircraft gun. The shot hit the ammo supply and detonated it, taking a squad of Innies with it. Zuko then boarded the drop ship and hid.
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"Go hot, go hot," Blaine said over the comms, Lee's squad immediately firing sniper rounds on a machine gun position. Daniel's squad ran into the square, dropping Innies left and right. Blaine moved forward, firing his gun at multiple targets. He dropped behind a older Warthog, reloading his weapons. Daniels and another troop ran and fell beside him, breathing heavily. "We got to drop that gunner, Lee can't hit him." Daniels yelled, bullets whizzing by. Blaine looked over the hood of the Warthog, seeing the envoys Phantom flee the scene. He was then forced down when a hail of gunfire zipped past his head. Over the comms, he contacted Andrew. "Hey do us a favor down here. Put a shell in that building firing on us!" Blaine yelled.
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"Copy that," Frosty responded. Moments later, a MAC strike came from above and obliterated the target.
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A cloud of ash and dirt descended upon them, rebels and ODSTs coughing. Blaine stood up, his VISR activating and headlamps coming on. Before he could speak, a hum and flash of red light lit up the square. "Oh hell.." Daniels whispered. Blue plasma bolts began flying from within the camp, striking a few rebels. As the dust settled, it became clear. The Sith and Predator were clashing in the square. "Andrew, drop those Maruaders! Lee, get the hell over here!" Blaine yelled over comms, still shooting rebels who had survived the MAC strike.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ****
Fawn followed Mathayus and Kyle into the meditation room, he then explained all he said to Mathayus, word for word, "But to continue, The Dracon family apparently disappeared, having been killed through raiders... I find that hard to believe that a whole race was killed by raiders...", as he had explained this all, a dark aura could be felt around him if one possessed a way to view the aura.
Tau'dewa*****
Gypsie stepped back as Kyle moved around her, then suddenly, her legs gave out and with a loud pang, she hit her head off a water output pipe. Gypsie laid motionless on the floor, slowly fading out of conciousness as she watched Kyle, managing to still speak, "Plan? Go? Escape?... no an... anger... c-calm...", she was still holding on, but only barely.
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*Steady, sir," Kyle cautioned Fawn with a concerned look.
"His aura grows dark," Mathayus said.
"I can see that, Mathayus!" Kyle snapped at his brother. "Fawn... are you absolutely certain on all this?"
"I didn't want to believe that rumor," Mathayus sighed. "But if Fawn is right... Reece will require more than a court-martial."
"The Dragonarians are gonna be pissed," Kyle said.
*** Victoria ***
Light energized, and several Sangheili Marauders were transported down, and began dispatching the rebels as they tried to surround Nazar and the Predator.
*** Tau Dewa ***
Kyle's eyes shifted purple as he extinguished his lightsabers and ran to Gypsie's side. Her head was bleeding, and he didn't have the tools with him to help her himself, nor did he understand her tribal medicine. She was fading in and out of consciousness. He didn't have a choice. He tripped a button in his cloak, then held Gypsie close. "Hang in there, friend... I'm gonna get you out of here."
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"Circle up, guns on the Sith!" Blaine ordered as Lee's squad appeared. They aimed at the Sith, though still watching the Predator for any moves. Blaine took his helmet off and readjusted his aim. "Drop the damn saber or I'll make you drop it.." Blaine growled. "I'd do what he says.." Daniels said, standing parallel from Blaine. The wind slightly picked up, blowing dust and ash between the standoff. Blaine waited for a response or something from the Sith.
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***Meditation Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn still glowed with the dark glow, his anger being immense. Fawn clenched his teeth, "Yes. I am certain."
***Tau Dewa***
Gypsie nodded as she drifted out of conciousness, her body paint glowing gently as she laid asleep in his arms, her ears twitching as water droplets hit her ears.
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*** Meditation Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Easy, son," Kyle said soothingly. It was then that another voice made itself known to the three of them.
"You would do well to listen to him," the voice said. "Anger can be a powerful tool, a great energy - but they both know what it can do to you." A spirit appeared, bearing the appearance of an anthro-dragon, extremely old, with fiery yellow eyes. Mathayus dropped to one knee in a low bow upon seeing this spirit.
*** Unspecified Location, Tau Dewa ***
There would be no way for Gypsie to know how long she'd been out. When she did wake, there would be fresh food cooking, cold drinks waiting, and she would be in a large bed, with the wound caused by the smack to her head reduced to nothing more than a scar. Her effects would be on the side of the bed, some of it at the foot. Kyle would be sitting nearby in a bulky, but comfy-looking chair, lost in thought as he stared at a fire in the fireplace.
She had no grasp of who he really was. What he really was. And why he traveled. When she woke... he suspected she'd have questions. He just hoped she wouldn't hold against him where he took her - he was short on time and options.
"Statement: You seem unsettled, master. Query: Are you alright?" said an artificial voice. Standing next to the chair was a droid - an HK Model, holding a Disruptor Auto Rifle in his arms. HK-70.
"She's gonna have a lot of questions when she wakes up," Kyle said. "I just hope she doesn't get mad at me when she realizes where she is."
"Assurance: You had no choice, master. You could not go back into the city, not with Tondam Company looking for you there. And you could have accidentally killed her had you attempted to use her... ordinary remedies; bringing her here was the only logical choice," the HK Droid said.
"I don't know if she grasps my sense of logic," Kyle said softly.
"Assurance: From what you said, she grasped you were in pain. She grasped you were hurting. So she will grasp your reasons for bringing her here," the HK Droid assured him.
Kyle sighed solemnly. "Let's hope she does..."
*** Victoria ***
When the dust cleared every now and then, the Sith could be seen standing over the Yaut'ja Hunter, the hunter missing his head. The Sith just laughed. "You are courageous if you think those weapons will stop me... but my work here is done. Even if you win the battle, you win nothing but time." He gestured the dead rebels around them. "You have only killed these; I will simply beckon more. The Rebels, the Insurrectionists, Covenant Remnant, Romulan Tal Shiar, Cardassian True Way... so many allies to choose from. You have served your purpose, and gave them cause to join me. The Forge calls... and every day, my army grows." He hit a button, and vanished in a flash of blue light.
Transporter.
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Blaine threw his helmet to the ground and cursed, stomping around the fallen Predator. The troopers stood up around in disbelief of what they had witnessed, until Daniels grabbed Blaine by the shoulders and yelled, "What the hell do we do now?" Blaine calmed down and lit a cigarette, mulling over the options. After a moment he gave his order. "Okay we're moving to the LZ, and we nuke the camp from orbit. Wipe out the URF headquarters for good." Blaine stated, glancing at the ruins of the URF headquarters which was struck by the MAC round. He attached his helmet to his side rig and gestured the men to fall out. They moved into the forest and Blaine, leading the group as he called Andrew for an evac Pelican.
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*** Meditation Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn was about to yell out again, but was stopped by the spirit, "Who's this? And when was it that ghosts beca-... oh... right... jedis ... and the whole after-death guidance...", he then looked at the spirit, "How come you are here?", he said with a sour tone, but his dark aura was gone... mostly...
*** Unspecified Location, Tau Dewa ***
After another hour or so, Gypsie slowly began to wake up, her hand on her head, rubbing it as she groaned. After a few moments, she looked around, jumping as she looked around, "Me-tal... Devil build...", if Kyle could catch-on, he'd notice that she snarled and flinched at the sight of the metal room, giving a soft snarl as she quite didn't like these types of things... for personal reasons...
Gypsie soon snapped out of the haze and crawled over the blankets to look at Kyle, smiling as her three tails swung in happiness, "Feel better?"
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*** Victoria ***
As the Pelican evac was en route, Frosty spoke to Blaine: "Tell me that wasn't Nazar I detected using a transporter beam... and why am I not seeing Zuko with you? Where is he?" he asked over the radio.
*** Meditation Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Show some respect, doctor - he is the ancient one. The dragon responsible for my immortality. He is Ahkrinviingah, and he does not react kindly to--" Mathayus started.
"Lord Faasnu, calm yourself," the spirit said calmly. "He did not know." the spirit looked at Fawn. "But I am no shade - no Jedi, no Sith. But I am Faasnu's master. And I am responsible for his immortality - like that of my other chosen agents."
*** Unspecified Location, Tau Dewa ***
"I was more concerned about you," Kyle said to Gypsie solemnly. "I figured you didn't like tech much. I would have taken you into the city... but Tondam beat me there. They were looking for me. I couldn't let them get you. I..." he looked to Gypsie, tears flowing. "I'm sorry... I didn't have a choice. We're both safe... for now." Kyle got up from his chair and approached a window, looking out at the stars. He shook his head. "I didn't want to take you away from there, from... home... but I was out of options and time. I couldn't leave you. You risked yourself to save me... it seemed fitting I do the same for you." He sighed, lowering his head. "But now... I don't know what to do. Where to go. I never expected to have company with me aboard the Chimera - ever. I... had always assumed I'd be alone."
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Blaine stopped before the treeline and paused, looking down on the blood on his boots. He looked up, watching Lee and Daniels' squad setting up the LZ. He took a deep breath, then explained the detials of Zukos' plan and where he went to Andrew. He began walking to the LZ, waiting for his response.
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*** Meditation Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn huffed, "Alright... but with all due respect, why are you here?"
*** Unspecified Location, Tau Dewa ***
Gypsie was screaming inside her head as all of her things were left behind, and she was now inside a metal death trap in space, but she tried her best to hide her sadness and confusion, "No worry... Miss home... but okay here with you...", she then grabbed Kyle and brought him closer to her and into a hug after getting out of the bed, her clothing sitting on the nearby bed, thus leaving her quite naked... it didn't bother her... but it was a bit cold in here...
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*** Flagship Chimera, Tau Dewa Orbit ***
Kyle blushed heavily when Gypsie hugged him, seemingly not realizing her own lack of clothing. His heart raced, but he gently wrapped arms around her and held her close. "I brought with me everything I could find at your house; it's all at the foot of the bed... and the heat should kick on momentarily, make things warm. It was down for maintenance, that's... t-that's why I had the f-fire going. And I cooked a meal for us."
"Kyle, you keep stammering, you're gonna end up embarrassing yourself," said a male voice.
"I thought I told you to can it, Gemini," Kyle growled, blushing heavier. "You're gonna scare her."
*** Meditation Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Merely to console you, Fawn," Ahkrinviingah responded. "I could see the dark aura around you. I could feel your anger. Again - a powerful tool, but a tool that cuts both ways. And regarding the young one, Razuel... you can trust Faasnu and his family to find and punish those responsible for what happened to him... and you."
*** Victoria ***
As the Pelican arrived, Blaine would get a message on his NI from Frosty: "Meet me in my ready room when you get on board. We have to talk."
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*** Flagship Chimera, Tau Dewa Orbit ***
Felicity looked at her stuff after letting go of Kyle before turning back around and hugging him tightly, smudging her breasts against him, her fur being quite soft, "Thank!!"
After hearing the sudden voice, she looked at Kyle, "You speak?", but as the AI continued speaking, Gypsie swept around to behind Kyle, her face fear-filled as she frantically looked around for the voice.
*** Meditation Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn gave a soft huff, looking at the spirit, "On one condition... I get to kill that bastard for making a child an orphan and committing the genocide of an entire species!", Fawn had Anger in him, but he had a glow of determination about him too! Seemingly drowning out the black anger.
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Blaine was the last into the Pelican, sitting down and removing his helmet. His hair was soaked from sweat, his hands shook and he needed a smoke. The flight felt like hours as they exited Victoria's orbit. The men roared and laughed, to them the mission was a success. No casualties, no sad calls to some mother on a colony-planet. But to him, the mission was almost a complete failure. A Sith still running around, a dead Predator and he sent Zuko into the lion's den by himself. He clinched his fists and cursed to himself. As the Pelican landed, Blaine snapped back to attention. The bay door dropped and he immediately took off to Andrew's quarters.
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Victoria Orbit ***
Andrew waited for Blaine to enter his quarters. The situation had become far more complicated.
*** Flagship Chimera, Tau Dewa Orbit ***
Kyle blushed heavier when Gypsie hugged him again. But when Gemini scared her into hiding behind him, he grumbled irritably. "Oh, for f***'s sake, Gemini, now look what you did! You're scaring her!" Kyle turned to hold Gypsie close. "It's alright... he won't hurt you. Neither will HK. Like me, they'll protect you."
*** Meditation Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Genocide?!" Kyle and Mathayus repeated.
"Indeed," Ahkrinviingah said. "You three know what must be done. I will leave you to it - one of my... prospective agents... needs guidance." He then just vanished.
"You want to kill him, Private?" Kyle asked. He scoffed before adding, "You'd be interested to know that the Dragonarian Empire enforces strict, rigid bans on the killing of dragons anywhere in this galaxy; killing a dragon is punishable by death."
"And as you brought this to our attention... you will be the one to carry out his sentence," Mathayus said. "I must ask, though - have you evidence on what happened? Something we can give the authorities to prove he was guilty?"
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Blaine drifted down the halls, up the stairs until he finally reached Andrew's quarters. He stared at the door handle for what felt like an eternity. Mustering up the courage, he opened the door and walked in. He looked at Andrew for a moment until he sat down at a table. Blaine sat waiting for Andrew to tear into him.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Tau Dewa Orbit ***
Gypsie shook her head as she pressed into Kylse, "Metal man evil! No trust! No trust!", she screamed out into Kyle's chest, her body shaking slightly.
*** Meditation Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked down, "Nothing solid, besides, although Reece was complete SHIT, he did keep logs to gloat... I only found out about this after he played a cruel joke on a lowly New Kid... I did report him, but his grip on everything at that time was too strong for me to do anything... but even then, I can't be sure if he still has those files, or even if that console still exists...", Fawn looked back at the others, noticing he trailed off, "Oh sorry... yes. From what I found out, he hinted towards committing it, but I can't be sure... its been too long."
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Victoria Orbit ***
Andrew sighed heavily, then turned to face Blaine. "What I am about to explain to you... is complicated. When this is all over, tell ONI whatever you want. But understand that there are some things in this galaxy... that ONI doesn't understand, nor should they. Some things... are better left buried and forgotten. Clear?"
*** Meditation Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Izzy?" Kyle spoke. An AI appeared, similar to Cortana, but wearing Jedi robes.
"I'm already in - Sergeant Major Reece never changed his login info," the AI replied. She scoffed. "Sick b*****d kept all his files, including those that corroborate Private Fawn's testimony."
Mathayus looked to Fawn. "And I know where he lives. If he's home, we end him. If he's not, we hunt him down," he said.
"Here," Kyle said, twirling briefly and then handing, grip first, a disruptor pistol to Fawn. "Just in case you're not packing."
*** Flagship Chimera, Tau Dewa Orbit ***
Kyle held Gypsie close, whispering an old tune he found soothing in her ear. He gently pulled her away to look her in the eyes. Trying to be as clear as he could, he spoke to her: "Metal man not evil... look evil, to scare evil men. But metal man not evil." he paused, then continued, "When I first met him, I feared him, too. But I grew to trust him... and he saved my life. Twice."
"Correction: Three times, master," the droid said. Kyle rolled his dragon eyes, which had shifted to that sapphire-blue color.
"He still counts that business on Cato Nemoidia," Kyle said. He sat down on the bed, gently trying to get Gypsie to sit down next to him. "Listen to me, Gypsie... it can be easy to see technology as evil. The people on my home world... were similar to you. They feared technology, hated it... but the difference was they used it in spite of how they despised it. Hypocrisy, thinking back. Technology... can perform miracles. Give sight to the blind. Heal the sick and injured. Even make one normal again... to a degree. Technologies aren't evil. Well, some can be, but the people who design them, who use them for terrible things... they are evil. I know. I've been a prisoner to one." His face portrayed a melancholic look, his eyes going purple. He raised his black, mechanical hand to show Gypsie. "See this? This arm is as much a part of me as my other arm... I move it, swing blades with it, hold my rifle with it... but it was not originally mine." Kyle sighed, offering his mechanical hand for Gypsie to feel it, to examine it. If she did so or not, Kyle would continue, "This arm... I keep as a reminder. It was something that resulted from my stay on LV-426. A desolate world, still being terraformed... or it was, before it was destroyed... I was living there after I escaped Order 66... I lived as an 'unregistered colonist'. The Colonial Authority didn't pay too much attention, back then... I had been living there for months... when the demons appeared." Kyle closed his eyes, shuddering as he remembered them. "I know not what they were called, nor where they came from... all I know is when they swarmed, they took everyone. Cocooned them, to be hosts. Used them like... sacrificial surrogates. I managed to evade them, but I had to help." He picked up his rifle, the one he had when he met Gypsie. "I took this from the armory of a friend. She... didn't make it." A tear left his eye, followed by another, before he continued, "I tracked the demons to their nest. Killed many of them on the way. She... Gunny... kept saying, kill them from afar. I never understood why, till I killed them." he looked to Gypsie. "The burn on my shoulder, the acid burn... that's what their blood does to anything it touches. It's concentrated acid. When I got to the nest, I barely had any ammo left in the magazine. When I got to the nest... what I saw..." he shuddered heavily. It was the droid that continued.
"Continuation: According to Master, he witnessed the Xenomorph lifecycle - with his friend, Gunny, giving the show, as it were. He often has nightmares of killing her," HK-70 said.
"I had to!" Kyle snapped, his voice shaking and standing up. "I couldn't... couldn't watch her suffer... I... put a bullet to her head from her pistol - just to end her suffering." He sat back down slowly, then continued, "That was when another of the demons rushed me. I didn't have time to draw my lightsaber, and my rifle was already pointed at it, so... I pulled the trigger. I got him, but his blood sprayed on my arm. I had to act fast - if the acid melting my arm spread to my chest, I'd have to have replaced more than just my arm, so..." He took out one of his lightsabers, activating it. The Imperial Crimson blade came to life with a *snap-hiss!* He then turned the blade to point to his shoulder. "... I cut it off. I had to. After that, I slung Gunny's rifle, fought my way out, and escaped... After that, I was in medbay."
"Explanation: Master was in despair after losing his arm and his friend. I would venture he felt for her, but he never confirmed it. I tried consoling him, but was ineffective," HK70 explained. "So, I suggested making him combat-effective again. Master was hesitant to go with the mechanical arm, but the course he wanted to take was far riskier. I was able to convince him to take a mechanical arm that was as close to what he wanted as was possible. It was a long search, but I was able to locate that arm. When I got it, I installed it, myself. There were initial side-effects, but those went away after six-point-two months."
"And for more than thirty years... this arm has been a reminder to me. A reminder of what can happen when you let your enemy get too close," Kyle concluded. He leaned forward and rested his head in his mechanical hand. "But now... I have you up here with me. I told you to run, that I would keep the enemy from coming after you, but... you chose to help me. And while that was a noble decision... it has consequences. My enemies will be after you as well as me. We have to go, leave this system... but I don't know where to go. I'm... I'm scared. I didn't want to put any of this on you. I took you to safety, only to be left with nowhere to hide."
As though a whisper, that voice told Gypsie, "He is confused, desperate - he is not thinking clearly, on account of trying not to offend you any more than he already has and what he is beginning to feel in his heart. Ask him of Belsavis."
Kyle sighed tremblingly, his natural hand balling into a fist. "Even if we stay here, cloaked... they can deploy an ion flash and find us," he said, his voice nearly crying.
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Blaine took his canteen, which was filled with the drink he got when he first arrived. Taking a swig, Blaine flinched and groaned. His hands still shook, as he set his SMG on the table. "I think I'll know which ones are too much for Section Three. I already excluded the Predators' recently-ended existence to Admiral Osman." Blaine said, looking to Andrew.
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*** New Berlin ***
"That's right," Benny responded with a nod. "Along with our lesser, sister faction, the United Rebel Front. We hear they're getting backing from the Covenant Remnant, and that'd be a huge asset to us. If we could convince them to throw in with us, we'd have access to some new toys and ships comparable to UNSC designs. Anyway, what did you want to know?"
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
The D'Derridex Warbird seemed to do nothing as Faith positioned herself with the Mogai and her escorts. "Romulan Warbird, you are far out of your league and heavily outnumbered; you have multiple Imperial Alliance vessels bearing down on you, and in five minutes, the Interstellar Concordium will be here, and I don't need to remind you how devastating just one of their ships can be. Leave immediately." The Romulan Warbird didn't respond, but eventually turned and left the system. Commander Khev contacted Anna: "Glad they saw reason. As soon as the ISC escort group gets here, we can get you to New Romulus. Republic Intelligence isn't taking chances with your safety on this one."
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
"Ion trails are how ships in space are tracked - they are left when a ship goes to warp speed or hyperspace - the only FTL drive that doesn't leave such a trail are the slipspace drives of the UNSC and Covenant," Rear Admiral Scott explained to the Toma-guards.
"He speaks the truth," Captain Dax affirmed. "What we detected was, indeed, an ion trail... but our computers didn't recognize it. All we got was that it was an ion trail. We're transmitting what we have on it... but it's not much. I doubt I need to tell you to keep an eye on sensors directed outward."
*New Berlin*
Fayam started carefully: "Well, I don't think a group quite like this can exist without a leader of some kind. Do you know anything about them?"
*Coruscant*
Anna replied in a stiff voice: "I can imagine. Man. Do I need to get myself a warship or something? I can't really think of something else to defend myself when I'm alone."
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-guards sighed and said: "That was not what we were asking. WHICH ions did you find?"
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***Meditation Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan * * *
Fawn put a hand at the gun, refusing to take it, to then hold his omni - tool up, "Aside from being used for precision work, this thing is fairly accurate in shooting... given it is in short bursts... but it has helped me before."
***Flagship Chimera, Tau Dewa Orbit***
Gypsie listened closely, muttering words and things she didn't know about, sounding them silently so she could speak them later.
Gypsie stroked Kyle's arm, to then gently rub his bsck to comfort him, but she winced as she heard the voice, it hurting her head this time, "Ah... owww... Who... who Bel.... Belsavies?" After the headache passed, she resumed hugging and comforting him.
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*** Meditation Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle holstered the weapon, then nodded. "Let's check on little Raz one more time, make sure the treatment is taking, then go find Reece." He started for the door. Mathayus said to Fawn:
"It's rare my master speaks to those outside his influence - those he has not chosen to be his agents... it is an even rarer privilege than most realize."
*** Flagship Chimera, Tau Dewa Orbit ***
Kyle's head rose, looking to Gypsie with those purple eyes, a frown of confusion on his face. "Belsavies?" he repeated. "What--"
"Correction: I believe she meant 'Belsavis', master," HK70 corrected him. "Theory: There is currently an uninhabited tropical rift on Belsavis we could go to... even if for a short time, allow the two of you to heal and rest. Tondam Corporation has no presence in the Region of Belsavis, and has no reason to go there. If we could hide our ion trail, we could head there to lose those corporate meatbags."
Kyle looked to Gypsie with a smile on his face. Out of the blue, he kissed her cheek and complimented, "Clever woman." He rose from the bead and headed for the door, pausing just shy to look back at Gypsie. "If you want, you can stay here - the Bridge can be colder than the rest of the ship, and not just in the climate sense."
*** New Berlin ***
"Oh, you're talking about Cerberus," Benny said. "I can't say I know where he is - I'm just the recruiter and clandestine agent. But I think the Tal Shiar commander with us at base will know. Just... be careful. He can be a bit talkative, and likes to brag. Especially when he's had a cup or to of Romulan Ale. We... try to keep him away from that."
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
"That's up to you," Commander Khev said. "If it's a warship you want, we can help you get one. But you understand, we can't just give away military warships." Moments later, bulky ships colored in steel grey and blue appeared from warp.
"Romulan Republic ships, Commander Tukk of the Interstellar Concordium... we are here to provide escort for HVT."
(Mary, what kind of explanation is the Toma-guard looking for in regards to the ion trail?)
*** UNSC Allegiance ***
Andrew sighed, then began, "Zuko doesn't know this - how can he? - But I know of the Star Forge. But that's disturbing. He's right - I don't believe in the Force. But in the last 48 hours... it seems the only explanation that fits some of the things we saw." Frosty hit a button, and an image of a station appeared:
http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/e/ea/StarForgeSucksGas-KOTOR1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20050611215331 (http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/e/ea/StarForgeSucksGas-KOTOR1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20050611215331)
"This... is the Star Forge," Frosty continued. "I did some digging while my crew glassed the Rebel base, and I learned that the Star Forge was a semi-living space station and shipyard, capable of producing an endless supply of ships and war material, seemingly by utilizing the Force itself. It is highly unusual that the Yaut'ja were aware of it, and would elect to pass this information to us. Even more unusual is what Zuko told you. I agree with him in that someone is posing as Luro. But as for what Luro was tracking... I suspect he sensed the awakening of the Star Forge - and that's what makes this disturbing. The original Star Forge was destroyed centuries ago by Darth Revan. It was believed the threat posed by it ended there, but after you explained Zuko's suspicions, I did some digging... and found out that the Star Forge wasn't entirely destroyed. A few hundred years later, the Sith Empire found a colony of Ongree aliens in possession of the Infinite Engine - something from the Star Forge itself - on Nar Shaddaa. The Sith, in their classic psychosis, slaughtered the aliens and took the Infinite Engine, boxed it up to ship it to Dromund Kaas... only, it never arrived. The frigate transporting the Infinite Engine disappeared in an encounter with a gravitational anomaly. The Empire investigated, and eventually stated that the ship had been lost to a black hole or something similar. Neither the ship nor the infinite engine were ever seen again. Now, with Nazar on the loose and an imposter posing as Luro, who had disappeared searching for the Star Forge... our situation became far more complicated. I tried to get in touch with Mathayus Indari, but he's unavailable - so we've little choice but to wait for Zuko to signal. In the meantime... can you think of anything else I should know? Or that you would need to report to ONI?"
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"All I need to tell ONI at the moment is the rebels' defeat and that we've got a lead on the remnants," Blaine took another drink, his hands shaking subsiding after a moment. He looked at the station and thought, examining it over and over. "Once Zuko signals, we'll have our next move. That Sith though. I want that S.O.B for myself," Blaine growled.
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*** Meditation Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn wasn't really realizing the importance of seeing that dragon, and in a straight tone, he spoke, "Alrighty then... Well, lets go find the dragling... I'm sure he's doing fine...", Fawn then went to make his way out of the room.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz still laid asleep, but some of his scales started to pop off his body, to then get replaced by deep and shiny ebony black scales, and his underbelly became a more vibrant red.
*** Flagship Chimera, Tau Dewa Orbit ***
Gypsie looked at HK70 and then to Kyle, tilting her head, "What (is) Belsavies?", she asked, but was too quiet for anyone to hear, but after Kyle was about to leave, she would follow, still naked, but she kept her tails around herself, using it to keep her warm, but not covering much of her body
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Victoria Orbit ***
(Gonna go out on a limb, here, Blaine, seeing as neither of us really took control of the Covenant Envoy)
"We both do, Blaine," Andrew said. "And the reality is, someone else might get to him before we do. Either way, he has to be stopped; if he's found the Star Forge - which he sounded like he has, from what you said - he'll need to be taken out of the equation before he overruns the UNSC. If he hasn't found it, we need to find it before he does and make sure it's in no condition for him to use."
*** Unspecified Location in UNSC Space ***
(Also, Blaine - feel free to add your own input in this part)
Zuko, cloaked and silent, remained hidden aboard the Envoy's drop ship. Sheer luck he was alone, aside from the pilot. Boarding the Envoy's flagship - a CCS-class Battlecruiser - Zuko found it easy to navigate and remain hidden in the familiar corridors. He hadn't gained access to the helm, but he had listened in on a conversation between the Envoy and Nazar. Nazar was en route to this so-called "Star Forge" aboard a stolen ship, an up-sized and upgraded Harrower-class Star Destroyer, the Devastator. Zuko decided to wait till they arrived at the Star Forge before he triggered the Slipspace Beacon. Until then, he would evade detection.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle and Mathayus walked in as Anna set the bed Raz rested peacefully on in the master bedroom. "Honey, how's he doing?" Kyle asked.
"Sleeping like a rock," Anna chuckled with a slight sniffle.
"You gonna be alright?" Mathayus asked.
"I'll be fine," Anna said. She turned to face Fawn, then unexpectedly hugged him close. "Thank you, Doctor."
*** Flagship Chimera, Tau Dewa Orbit ***
As Kyle walked to the Bridge, the atmosphere became much more tolerable. Kyle had actually heard Gypsie's question, but decided it would be easier to show her what Belsavis was. When they arrived Gemini was present - dressed like a Feline in a white uniform. "I take it you heard the suggested destination?" Kyle asked.
"Indeed," Gemini responded. He pulled up a 3D image of Belsavis, which was covered in white snow, broken by areas of green. Kyle turned to Gypsie, pointing at the planet's image.
"Belsavis," he told her. He turned to Gemini. "What's our LZ?"
"We'll be landing in a tropical region, uninhabited, on the northern hemisphere," Gemini replied.
"Statement: Your friend should be quite comfortable there," HK70 commented.
Gemini was about to speak when Kyle shushed him. He walked over to Gypsie and gently took one of her hands with his natural hand, using his mechanical one to point to the region they intended to go to. "Tropical region. Forest. Jungle. Warm climate. You see?" he asked her.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Victoria Orbit **
"Well then, we wait for the beacon and prepare." Blaine stated, having finished his short report to ONI. With the fall of Camp New Hope, the United Rebel Front was (hopefully) delivered a death strike and would wither away. "Hopefully Zuko has found a spot to sit tight.."
** Unspecified location in UNSC space **
The envoy, a Sangheili wearing ornate armor, turned to a figure in the helm. "Commander, the heretics have glassed Victoria. No survivors," the Sangheili stated. "No matter, 'Lodamee. They were a pawn, sacrificial. Now...Nazar." The figure said, standing up from the commander seat. His armor, golden and almost undamaged, glimmered against the lights of status screens. "What do you think of this ONI heretic? And his demon and traitor to the Journey?"
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*** Unspecified Location in UNSC Space ***
"The ONI insect is of no concern to me. The demon? The Spartan is a threat, yes... but paltry to the traitor. I've recently learned who he is in relation to who you pose as. I cannot say I fully understand why you chose him, but given recent events and what I learned, it could be a serious threat... or we could turn it into an advantage. If you don't mind immersing yourself in a lie," Nazar responded. "Deception can be a powerful tool - if it is never discovered."
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"Luro was an easy target. Searching for the Star Forge, who is to say how his mind changed? And that traitor...he'll miss his relative no doubt." The Sangheili said, stale in tone. "Get us prepared for slipspace jump to the location, 'Lodamee." The commander ordered, the major nodding and moving to a terminal.
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*** Covenant Assault Carrier, En Route to unknown location ***
"Ah, but that is exactly what I count on," Nazar said. "The 'Vadam child knows his cousin is out here, somewhere. He will be surprised to see him. It will require deception and intrepidity, but you could play the part of Luro. You could reach out to him as his cousin. You said it yourself - who is to say how he has changed? The only thing you would need to suppress is anything that would cast doubt on you being... Luro..." Nazar briefly went silent, grunting softly. "There is... a disturbance in the Force. Rendezvous at the Star Forge with your forces. I have allies moving in to support you; you'll know them when you see them. Nazar out." Nazar left the channel that instant.
And Zuko mentally smiled. They were taking him to the Star Forge. And if he were to trigger the Slipspace beacon, he'd need to find some way to get them all off the bridge, but remain hidden so he could seal it off and trip the beacon.
(Changed the class of ship because I remembered what it was supposed to be according to the prisoner. I just don't remember what it was called.)
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** CSS Resplendent Fervor, En Route to Unknown Location **
The ship commenced the jump through slipspace, and arrived at the location. They continued on route to the Devestator. Luro cleared the bridge, requiring 'thinking' time. But he lied, knowing he required something different. Some time to continue practicing his part, continue keeping the veil. He had already completed the physical change, armor and eye color. Then came the voice, which wasn't difficult. Now, with the revelation of a relative, came reading over files to gain an edge over memories. He sat at his commanding seat, lost in thought.
The bridge door blinked green, unlocked.
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(Do Covenant ships actually come with the CSS Prefix, or did you make that up? Either way, I like it.)
*** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Unknown Star in UNSC Space ***
The star supporting the Star Forge burned brightly, but the fleet surrounding it was well-enough protected from it. Although this Star Forge lacked the Disruption Field of the original, it still had the fleet and considerable defenses.
Zuko walked aboard the bridge, quietly, when the last crewman left it. He was about to hit a button and seal the bridge off entirely when he saw someone in the command chair. If he had not heard the conversation between the ship's commander and Darth Nazar, he would have paused, thinking this to be his long-lost cousin. He quietly accessed a station and uploaded what he needed - a coded signal, undetectable by the systems of a ship like this, that tripped the Slipspace Beacon. The one thing he hadn't told Blaine was that there was one last sighting of the real Luro's ship - headed for UNSC Space. That's why he would set off the beacon that only Luro would find - and why he gave Blaine the knowledge to track it. Zuko intended to trap Nazar and the Covenant here.
With the beacon active, Zuko now had to blow his cover - seal the bridge, and distract this imposter to keep his attention off the computer. He sealed and locked the bridge, hopped up on the command platform and de-cloaked, a familiar weapon flaring to life.
*Kshhhhh!!!!*
"So who are you, really... imposter?" Zuko calmly demanded.
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((My bad for taking a while, had to fold laundry and start dinner))
** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Unknown star in UNSC space **
"I see you overheard our conversation...didn't that Spartan teach you manners, traitor?!" The Sangheili yelled, wielding his energy sword and striking near Zuko. He began circling him, examining. "I doubt you'd remember me...Levu 'Mdama, Kaidon." He answered, laughing slightly. "Calling for help, are we?" Levu said, looking over at the terminal.
** UNSC Allegiance, 111 Tauri System **
"And that's why I'm not allowed back at that bar in Chicago," Blaine said, laughing. He turned back to the terminal he was leaning against, awaiting Zuko's beacon. "I swear, if he fell asleep.." Blaine muttered before the terminal made a noise and loaded coordinates. "Alright, we are good. The coordinates are on the main terminal. It's an un-mapped star but we should come within a few dozen miles from the ship," Blaine stated, picking up his MA5D assault rifle. He moved to main windows and turned to Andrew. "You want to do the honors of sending us to the deathtrap?" He asked jokingly, smirking.
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(Oh, no worries on that; RL often gets in the way of fun things like this. Seriously, though - did you make up the CSS Prefix, or do Covenant ships actually use that in the Halo Universe?)
** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Unknown star in UNSC space **
Zuko smiled and chuckled, having deflected the blow. "You caught on faster than I anticipated - but still too late. The beacon would only need a few seconds, 'Mdama." He paused, still facing him. "Just what caused you to turn on us this way? Sangheilios was your home. You had such an elaborate keep. Father spoke highly of you - even in the early days of our unity with the Humans, and the others in the UNSC. What changed? Why try to destroy it, now? Why steal the name of my kin, try and stain our honor? Just what did that Sith offer you that made you turn on your own people? On the traditions you valued so highly?"
** UNSC Allegiance, 111 Tauri System **
"If we're going in, we aren't going in alone," Frosty said, determined. "Status on the battle fleet?"
"They are three minutes out," the Tactical Officer stated. Frosty grumbled.
"Too long; drop a beacon pointing the way, and engage Slipspace Drive, max possible speed," Frosty commanded.
*** Unspecified Location in UNSC Space ***
For a Sangheili to dress in elaborate Gray Jedi robes was never seen before. Just as much could be said about the lightsaber staff hanging from his belt. Meditating, a younger Sangheili had his eyes closed, feeling the flow of the Force. It had taken years for him to learn to control it, but in doing so, he was told he had manifested great power. Training on a world considered to be a Nexus in the Force while searching for the Star Forge, Luro was ready. A beep on the console before him woke him from his meditation. He rose, and accessed the station. When he saw the cause, his heart nearly stopped. There were no words as he reactivated that which he had kept hidden for so long, and readied it for war.
"Keep their attention, cousin... I'm coming," was the only thing he said.
(Just to be clear, no one has yet jumped. And I don't know if Levu's ship will be able to detect Luro's ships, given how long he has had to modify them and his own ship. Just clarifying.)
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Victoria Orbit ***
(Gonna go out on a limb, here, Blaine, seeing as neither of us really took control of the Covenant Envoy)
"We both do, Blaine," Andrew said. "And the reality is, someone else might get to him before we do. Either way, he has to be stopped; if he's found the Star Forge - which he sounded like he has, from what you said - he'll need to be taken out of the equation before he overruns the UNSC. If he hasn't found it, we need to find it before he does and make sure it's in no condition for him to use."
*** Unspecified Location in UNSC Space ***
(Also, Blaine - feel free to add your own input in this part)
Zuko, cloaked and silent, remained hidden aboard the Envoy's drop ship. Sheer luck he was alone, aside from the pilot. Boarding the Envoy's flagship - a CCS-class Battlecruiser - Zuko found it easy to navigate and remain hidden in the familiar corridors. He hadn't gained access to the helm, but he had listened in on a conversation between the Envoy and Nazar. Nazar was en route to this so-called "Star Forge" aboard a stolen ship, an up-sized and upgraded Harrower-class Star Destroyer, the Devastator. Zuko decided to wait till they arrived at the Star Forge before he triggered the Slipspace Beacon. Until then, he would evade detection.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle and Mathayus walked in as Anna set the bed Raz rested peacefully on in the master bedroom. "Honey, how's he doing?" Kyle asked.
"Sleeping like a rock," Anna chuckled with a slight sniffle.
"You gonna be alright?" Mathayus asked.
"I'll be fine," Anna said. She turned to face Fawn, then unexpectedly hugged him close. "Thank you, Doctor."
*** Flagship Chimera, Tau Dewa Orbit ***
As Kyle walked to the Bridge, the atmosphere became much more tolerable. Kyle had actually heard Gypsie's question, but decided it would be easier to show her what Belsavis was. When they arrived Gemini was present - dressed like a Feline in a white uniform. "I take it you heard the suggested destination?" Kyle asked.
"Indeed," Gemini responded. He pulled up a 3D image of Belsavis, which was covered in white snow, broken by areas of green. Kyle turned to Gypsie, pointing at the planet's image.
"Belsavis," he told her. He turned to Gemini. "What's our LZ?"
"We'll be landing in a tropical region, uninhabited, on the northern hemisphere," Gemini replied.
"Statement: Your friend should be quite comfortable there," HK70 commented.
Gemini was about to speak when Kyle shushed him. He walked over to Gypsie and gently took one of her hands with his natural hand, using his mechanical one to point to the region they intended to go to. "Tropical region. Forest. Jungle. Warm climate. You see?" he asked her.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn put his arms up as Anna hugged him, to which he put his arms down awkwardly and gently pat her back, "Y-you're welcome... Now, if any illness does occur in the time I'm gone, then just let him rest, as anything he contracts will be fought by his soulstone, leaving him with out any heavy medication... headache meds are fine, and anything similar to that.", he then grabbed her shoulders and took her off him, "And again, you're welcome... I find much joy in challenges like that one."
*** Flagship Chimera, Tau Dewa Orbit ***
Gypsie went behind Kyle again, hissing at the glowing figure, "Weird... Not good...", but her attention was diverted again as she saw Belsavis, her eyes lighting up at it, "Home?"
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((I honestly just made it up. Couldn't find anything for the Covenant Fleet like the UNSC Navy does for their ships))
** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Unknown star **
"You wouldn't understand. You and your father betrayed the Gods by associating with human filth, especially a demon." He growled, making another pass but missing. "The Sith promised me what I desire most: revenge. To kill your father and begin again the Great Journey!" Levu yelled, bucking at Zuko. "Your cousin had reputation and sway, that was his only worth!"
** UNSC Allegiance, Beginning jump to Unknown star **
Blaine sat down, oddly smiling. It had been a long time since he had gone through full-scale battle. He checked his mobile comm unit and prepared for the jump.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, now we know who to turn to if we ever need advice on him," Anna said with a smile.
"We need to move," Kyle said. "Izzy, try and contain mister Reece. We're on our way. Don't make it obvious what we're after."
"No need to worry, sir - I have Reece locked in his own home," Izzy answered.
"Let's get going, then," Mathayus stated, heading for the stairs.
*** Flagship Chimera, Tau Dewa Orbit ***
Kyle chuckled, smiling. "It could be, if something or someone doesn't... doesn't... does..." His voice trailed off as he was hit with a cold sensation. Outwardly, he remained unchanged, merely closing his eyes and bringing his mechanical hand to his head in a trembled breath, like he was shivering. In his mind, however, he saw a flash of white light before he found himself on his ship's bridge, as it was approaching Belsavis - the target region they intended to drop anchor. The light flashed again, and he saw an ancient structure, overgrown with moss and foliage. Again, the flash, and he was seemingly deep underground, and they were standing before a wall marked with something he found maddeningly familiar, but he couldn't place where he'd seen it before. The flashes ended, and he was back aboard the Chimera, in orbit of Tau Dewa. He regained his composure. "Gemini, set a course for Belsavis, best possible speed - and don't give our destination away to Tondam." He turned to Gypsie, his expression serious. "We need to talk - just you and me." He then started back for his room.
** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Unknown star **
(That's cool, Blaine. Clever. I never thought of that.)
"The Gods? Revenge? That's what this is all about?" Zuko yelled. On the terminal, a single vessel was detected heading toward their location. Zuko took a swing, but remained in a deefensive stance. "Have you forgotten what we all were taught as children?! Have you forgotten the Lies we were tricked into believing?! Had the Prophets not lied to us, the humans would never have been our enemies! We would never have been tricked into sacrificing so many of our sons in a conflict that never should have been fought! You should understand that! You were there! You saw the Prophets lies yourself! You talk of betrayal, yet you do the same thing! Betraying our people and falling into the same trap we did before! Have you learned nothing from the war against the humans? They have honor, just as we do! The Spartan I travel with has forged his in the battlefield, just as I had!" It was this point that the UNSC Allegiance would appear on sensors - alone. But on another screen, an unidentified anomaly was detected - the computers did not classify this as anything specific, other than that it was heading to the region, as well.
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** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Unknown location at star **
"They speak lies! They corrupt anything they touch! How many planets must they take before they are content?!" Levu roared, swiping at Zuko multiple times each one missing. He saw the screen alert and chuckled. "Your demon and insect are here..." He said, making a stance and readying for a strike.
** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown location at star **
Blaine held back from throwing up, making his way to the front windows. He looked up and gasped, seeing the massive star and forge. "By God...that damn thing is freaking huge!" Blaine yelled. Then he spotted the CSS Resplendent Fervor. He thought for a moment and turned to Andrew, "What do you suggest for getting on that tug?"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn nodded as he followed out of the building behind the others, his anger and slight happiness loosely being shown.
*** Flagship Chimera, Tau Dewa Orbit * * *
Gypsie looked worried as Kyle trailed off, tapping his shoulder before ultimately seeing him walk off.
Gypsie did follow at a close distance, then after a few moments she spoke, "What wrong?"
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I can feel your anger, young one - and you have every right to be," Mathayus said. "But don't let it subsume who you are; I've been down that road once. While it was not the end of me, it did, for a time, cost me my memories."
*** Flagship Chimera, Leaving Tau Dewa Orbit ***
Kyle didn't answer until he reached his room. He paused, then turned to Gypsie once she was inside. "I had a... a vision," he told her. "Something awaits us on Belsavis. Something for us to find. It... looked familiar, but for the life of me, I can't place where I've seen it before." He paused again, then asked, "How did you know about Belsavis?"
** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Unknown location at star **
Zuko smiled. "They aren't the only ones coming..."
** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown location at star **
"We need to disable it, but we aren't exactly packing ion cannons on this ship," Andrew said. Moments later, a battle fleet of UNSC vessels dropped out of slipspace, forming around the Allegiance.
"Sir, we have an incoming anomaly!" The Science officer proclaimed.
"What kind of anomaly?" Andrew asked.
"Unknown, sir - the computer doesn't know how to classify an anomaly like this," the officer replied.
Andrew's shipboard AI - Kex - materialized in holographic form, dressed in Mandalorian armor. "The size and speed of the anomaly is consistent with that of a large fleet moving at FTL speed - but whose fleet that is remains to be seen."
"Seems Zuko's beacon got someone else's attention... but who?" Andrew asked.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Location**
"Can't the MAC cannon disable the shields?" Blaine asked, keeping a firm grip on the railing in case of anything. He slung his rifle over his shoulder and paced along the bridge, getting stir crazy.
** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Unknown Location **
Levu growled and took another swing, missing. "Let us finish this, traitor!"
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** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Location **
"Disable the shields, yes - but what I was referring to is disabling the ship itself so our Covenant imposter can't escape," Andrew said.
"Sir, multiple vessels closing - Sith Warships, upgraded," Tactical announced.
"And upsized, it seems," Kex added. "We're heavily-outnumbered by an eight-to-one margin."
"That's not good," Andrew commented.
** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Unknown Location **
"The only thing that's finished is you, imposter! Betrayer! Liar and deceiver! The real Luro has come!" Zuko shouted. If Levu turned to look at his sensor readouts, he would look just in time to see a massive fleet drop out of hyperspace in a wall formation - varying Star Destroyer models, Mandalorian warships, Republic vessels from before, during, and after the Clone Wars, Calamari Cruisers of varying design, multiple Covenant CCS, CRS, and RCS cruisers, all of whom being much larger, heavily-armed, armored, shielded and modified than their original models, none of them showing any signs of life on board, but heavy droid activity, and all lead by an even larger, more heavily-modded RCS Armored Cruiser - the USLV Assured Victory.
A single message went out on an open channel: "Am I too late for the party, cousin?"
Assuming Levu had his back turned, Zuko would make a stab at Levu's legs, in an effort to immobilize him - not necessarily cut the legs off, but make it difficult for Levu to move.
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(Blaine... you do realize that the newly-arriving fleet is the real Luro's fleet, right? And that the UNSC Battle fleet was already present? When Luro sent out that transmission, it was on an open channel - anyone could pick it up, including the Allegiance.)
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((ooooh crap, I did not. My bad, I'll just delete the post and fix it here))
** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown location at star **
Blaine turned to look at Andrew and asked, "Did that just say cousin?" He moved back to the the main terminal, thinking over the options. Blaine groaned, ran his hand through his hair and said, "Can that teleporter get us on a ship? We could disable it from the inside."
** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Main helm **
Levu cursed as he was struck by the energy sword, swinging back and grazing Zuko. "It looks like your relatives has arrived. That Sith will be the end of you all! Curse you!" Levu roared, swinging at random.
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Star Forge system ***
Andrew blinked once, then responded, "The transporters, yes! We'd need to drop the shields, first. All ships - target the CSS Resplendent Fervor, disable her shields, but do not destroy her!" He turned to Blaine. "Gather your best troops - and round up all the Sangheili Marauders and Spartan-IVs you can find, have them ready to transport aboard at a moment's notice, and if they give you lip, tell them it's a direct order from me. Once aboard, disable the ship, find my brother and bring him back home - alive."
*** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Star Forge system ***
Zuko grunted being grazed, but was not injured - the impact merely took a chunk out of his shields. He moved his blade in a series of arcs that would attempt to knock Levu's blade from his hand, put a slice to both his thighs, and it would be followed by a smack to the face and a kick that would send even a Sangheili to the ground.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Star Forge System ***
The fleet that arrived from hyperspace, on Orders from Luro, fired on the Sith fleet, catching them completely off-guard. The Sith Warship Devastator moved away from the battle, heading toward the edge of the system as the Sith ships turned to fire on Luro's fleet.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown location at star **
"That's a promise," Blaine replied before throwing his helmet on and running off through the barracks, armory and any other sections needed. He gathered a few squads of ODSTs, Marines, Spartans and Sangheili at the teleporter after gearing up for battle. "Alright, we're moving onto that assault carrier. The goal is to disable the ship either from the engines or the main bridge. The Marines and ODSTs will assault the bridge, be aware we have one of our own there so watch your fire. Spartans, you take the engines. Marauders, clear the personnel and secure the ship. Now we wait for the shields and then we go." Blaine stated loudly, getting nods of understanding in response. He checked in with Andrew over his comm unit, "Okay, we're ready down here? How's it looking up there?"
** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Main helm **
Levu crashed to the floor, grunting and trying to reach for his sword. There was banging on the helm door, Brutes yelling and Grunts squawking. "They turn on you yet, just wait.." Levu growled, looking up at Zuko.
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Star Forge system ***
Several MAC slugs were fired, all of which targeting the Resplendent Fervor. They all struck shields, and the last two - fired by the Allegiance - dropped the shields. "Shields are down! Stand by for site-to-site transport!" Andrew proclaimed. Moments later, the boarding parties would find themselves whisked away and deposited onto the deck of the alien ship, in several locations of the ship - though they were still close together so as not to be too thinly spread - where the enemy crew was either not present or very light. Blaine would find himself transported with two Spartans and three Sangheili Marauders, all heavily armed, to a corridor running toward the bridge.
"What's the plan, top?" one of the Spartans asked, keeping her MA5D leveled and ready to fire.
*** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Star Forge system ***
Zuko kicked the sword off the platform. "Turn on me? The humans?" he shook his head. "No. They are not as you say. Do they lie? Yes they do. Sometimes, they have to, to protect their people, to keep them from descending into panic and chaos. Do they corrupt what they touch? The only thing that was corrupted was us, believing the lies of the so-called 'Great Journey'. We misunderstood the writings of the ancient ones. We believed the Prophets when they told us of the humans' 'heresy'. They orchestrated that war, and we were too blind and naive to think otherwise. When the Covenant fell apart, we, as Sangheili, found ourselves in worse a condition than we ever had been." Zuko looked to a console, and walked over to it. "We had to re-learn how to feed ourselves. How to rebuild what was lost. There were old hostilities in the beginning, yes - you were there. But the humans helped us, and we helped them. And now, as the Klingons were to the Federation and eventually the Romulans, we are battlefield brothers and sisters to the humans. They have honor among their ranks. Neither of us would be here if they didn't." He turned to face Levu again, indicating one screen. "See this? Your ship has been boarded - Sangheili and humans, along with others you would likely called furred filth, fight through the corridors of a ship that once struck fear into the hearts of the UNSC Fleet. My Spartan brother will stop at nothing to make sure I come home alive. What else is that, if not a bond of brotherhood forged by honor and hardship on the battlefield?" He stepped aside, and indicated another screen. "See this? Your Sith 'ally' is leaving. He runs from the battle, leaving you to contend with Cousin's fleet and that of my brother's... alone. To him, you were only ever a means to an end. A tool. Like we had been to the Prophets." Zuko stepped aside, allowing Levu access to the console. "Hail him. See for yourself how the Sith treat their 'allies'."
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn walked along with Mathayus, looking down when Mathayus said that, and sighing, "I've encountered this same feeling before... but I don't hate myself for doing it... When I was younger... much much younger, I was a prodigy with chemistry and other sciences...", as they continued to walk, tears started to fall, "I was once apart of a drug manufacturing... the illegal ones... I was forced to stay as gunpoint after trying to leave... I decided to kill these men by adding a tiny bit too much of one ingredient... then it happened...", Fawn dipped into a side alley so he wouldn't make a scene, expecting the others to follow as he continued his story, the tears falling more frequent now, "The drugs... they went into a small village's water supply... a whole town died... all because of me... then I blacked out after hearing about this... and when I awoke, all I saw was shredded dead bodies...", Fawn was shaking now, now second guessing killing, "A-and that's why I became a doctor... to save lives... and not destroy anymore... I-I just don't know if I can do this now..."
*** Flagship Chimera, Leaving Tau Dewa Orbit ***
Gypsie walked in behind him, eeping as the door shut behind her, then after she was asked a direct question, she raised a finger to her head and spoke, "Hear voice... is not mean... not good either... I think... but said Belssavies... and escape plan... and Kyle... ", she looked at Kyle, "You Kyle? Voice say good thing about you... and sad things..."
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You won't have to if you don't think you can, son," Kyle said. "No one is forcing you to. We will nail Reece for his crime, that will happen. But you don't have to do anything more - you've done enough as it is... why don't you go help my wife with the dragling, and if necessary, my daughter - she threw up in the store the other day."
"We'll handle Reece," Mathayus said. "And you... you will be able to help others in need again, without needing to hide."
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Kyle stepped back upon hearing Gypsie's explanation. But he stepped forward again, and then turned to look out the window as the ship went into hyperspace. "Sad things, indeed... he would know better than anyone... of my sins," he said with a shaking voice. "I know who he is, and I know what he wants... but I can't do it. I don't deserve it."
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** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown location at star **
Blaine thought for a moment then activated his VISR. Red blips appeared showing two Brutes around the corner. "Alright, we're heading to the bridge. Me and you," Blaine gestured to the lead Spartan, "We're gonna drop those two around the corner. Knives only." Blaine whispered, before pulling his combat knife out and skulking down the hall. He paused at the corner with the Spartan, then both dashed around it. Blaine jumped on the Brute's back, holding on for dear life. He thrust the blade into it's neck, and collapsed with it. The Spartan finished his Brute and pulled Blaine up, who wiped off his blade and readied his rifle. "Well, that was fun. Let's get to the bridge."
** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Unknown Location at star **
Levu crawled to the terminal and flipped the distress signal. He laid against the terminal and coughed, blood coming up. "Just wait. He'll radio in and it'll be you and that traitor cousin of yours." Levu growled weakly, fading in and out of conscienceness.
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*** CSS Resplendent Fervor corridors, Star Forge system ***
The team followed Blaine, killing off the crew. The other boarding parties spread out into the ship, steadily securing one sector after another. Reinforcements were beamed in when necessary - and as the Allegiance stayed close to the Resplendent Fervor, The UNSC Fleet engaged the Sith Forces, already being battered by Luro's fleet.
*** CSS Resplendent Fervor Bridge, Star Forge system ***
Zuko would wait, already knowing full well what Nazar was about to do. The Devastator continued it's trek toward the edge of the battle, and leapt to light speed. A single message was sent to the terminal Levu was before: "The penalty for failure is death, Commander. You knew that. Yet still, you allowed the enemy to infiltrate your vessel and lead them here. And now that your vessel is being boarded, I will leave you in their hands - a reminder to all, the Sith do not abide by failure. I'd kill you myself, but it seems someone else is already doing that."
Zuko shook his head and clicked his mandibles. "Such a shame... to have fallen so far and learned nothing. You cry out, but you get no answer. You shout for help, and there is no justice. In the end, the Sith always - always - betray their allies once they have outlived their usefulness."
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** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Unknown Location at Star **
Blaine and his squad moved around to the hall to the bridge, spotting a few marines in combat. Blaine ordered the Marauders to support them, and took the Spartans to the bridge door. "Damn, it's locked. Anyone got a breaching charge?" He asked, one pulling out a charge and began to attach it to the door.
Levu silently stared at Zuko, breathing heavily. "Just do it. Just kill me. I'll die anyway." He asked, before the door blew apart, the Spartans then Blaine piling through.
Blaine looked to Zuko and moved up to him. "So this is the great commander I've been hearing about? Looks like hell." Blaine said, looking down at Levu. "Heretic scu-" Levu growled before Blaine kicked his mandibles. "No one was talking to you, so shut it." Blaine growled, "So, we're getting the ship secured. Want me to take care of him or do you...?" Blaine asked Zuko, gesturing his rifle to Levu.
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*** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Star Forge system ***
Zuko sighed wearily. "You could have died with honor... as a Sangheili... But you chose to follow an old flag, thinking you had new ideas to bring to it. Thinking you could resurrect something that died years ago. Ironic that the Sith you served thought the same way. Too wrapped up in the past to see what's ahead. Not judging." He would suddenly lash out and put his sword through his chest, where his heart would be. "You will not stain the honor of the Sangheili, Kaidon. You were the traitor. The blinded one. And now, you die without your honor. Such a waste." Zuko removed his blade, then bellowed a Sangheili Vengeance cry. He extinguished his weapon, then turned to Blaine, giving him a respectful nod.
A female Spartan and two female Sangheili Marauders approached Blaine. "Sir... we could use this vessel to help the fleet take out that Star Forge," she suggested.
Zuko looked at the screen depicting the battle - and it was going in their favor, against the Sith Forces. The Sith warships were in disarray.
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Blaine looked to the same terminal and glanced back at the Spartan. "Man the weapons, and get us ready to take out that fleet." He ordered, grabbing his comm unit. "I got your boy, he's all good. We're turning the ship and opening fire on the Sith fleet" Blaine said to Andrew, watching the new crew of Spartans and Sangheili work at retargeting the ship.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn shook his head, "N-no... I need closure... I-I have to come with you two...", Fawn wiped the tears from his face, "I'll be fine... but as for now, tell your wife to just give your daughter ginger tea until I get back there... and when we get back, I'll see what's wrong...", Fawn did need the closure, but he was still unsure if this would get it.
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gypsie put her hands on Kyle's shoulders, bringing him into a quick hug while a hand stroked his back, "No cry... If no want, then you no tell... I wait...", she wouldn't let go out of the hug, even if he would resist it, in an attempt to let him lower his defenses and cry into her or yell into her like a pillow
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Very well," Kyle told Fawn, "But listen to me when I say this - there is a stark difference between vengeance and justice. Take it from me, vengeance never brings the peace you think it will. I've been down that road before - and it only ends in blood and suffering. It is stated in my family's legend that 'when the dragon prince saw the ashes of what had been his domain, he let loose a fury that shook the stars; the many worlds of his enemy burned and died, the darkness that consumed his home becoming a mere shadow of the power it once held - from the death of one world, came the deaths of many.' A lesson about the folly of vengeance."
"We need to move, before Reece realizes something's up," Mathayus suggested.
*** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Star Forge system ***
"Affirmative," Andrew would say over the radio. "Be advised, we have Sangheili reinforcements inbound - and someone must have called a favor, because we have Imperial Alliance warships inbound, as well. Watch your targets."
"Blaine," Zuko called out to Blaine. "We haven't heard the last of Nazar - his ship has reversed course, and is inbound - with another fleet of vessels. It seems the Star Forge is too important to let fall."
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
"Tell you... don't tell you... what difference does it make?" Kyle said, his eyes watery and tears streaming. "I can still hear them..." It was painfully clear he was coming undone in Gypsie's arms. "I can still... hear them, screaming in terror as they're burned alive. Murdered... by the wrath of someone they provoked... a creature they didn't understand. One who couldn't control his rage or his power, one who was abused, used, and tormented... such actions always create a monster... and it's only a matter of time before that monster goes on to attack others or turns around and bites them back..." He buried his face in Gypsie's shoulder, sobbing. "Mother... Grandfather... both my brothers... three hundred years, and I can still hear their screams in my head... I still wonder if they could have seen the truth, before it was too late." Just saying so made Kyle slam his eyes shut and sob harder as he remembered the screams of that night... the night when a dragon's rage murdered his family, set fire to his home...
... and set him free.
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** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Star Forge at Unknown star **
"What would you do? I know we can't take them all, at least from this. The shields haven't even come to full capacity," Blaine asked, pacing around. He stopped and took his helmet off, and set his rifle down. "We can't teleport to Nazars' flagship, that's for damned sure.." Blaine grumbled, lighting a cigarette and wiping the sweat from his fur.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn nodded, "I understand... L-lets go... briskly!", he then looked up, taking his omni-tool out, "How about a faster route?", he aimed up at flying cars passing over, "A private known as Simmons, once told me that if there's an easier way to do things, why not exploit them... and this is how he got our coffees in the morning... off base mind you, which was frowned upon, but the superiors didn't mind... I think he's a stores officer now... at least that's what he was the last time I saw him...", he lowered his tool and looked at the two, a look of adrenaline and eagerness back on his face, "So, what overpass am I looking to get off at? I can meet you two there."
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gypsie held him closer, rubbing his back gently, "Sh sh sh shh... is okay... past is gone... do not dwell... is bad for mind...", she took his shoulders and held him in front of her, looking into his eyes with a kind and concerned look, "Do metal trap have tree dome? Big for life? I have idea... but need large area... and hide material..."
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"If we go, son, we go together. I'll cover the air," Kyle said, shifting to his dragon form and taking off. Mathayus walked with Fawn.
"I'd do the same, but I... well, I'll tell you later; let's get moving. I'll navigate, you drive," Mathayus said, as a modified, six-wheeled variant of the M12 LRV drove up. They stopped just shy of Mathayus and Fawn. "You fellas need a lift?" the driver asked.
"How convenient," Mathayus commented.
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
"Not exactly a tree dome, but... feel free to use Cargo Bay six. Whatever you need, the replicators can create... or we could pick it up on Belsavis. One or the other," Kyle said, his voice still quivering. He looked into Gypsie's eyes and said, "Thank you... I haven't been able to do that in a long time. Even Gunny couldn't get that from me."
*** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Star Forge system ***
"We'll be fine," Zuko assured his ONI companion. "Zuko to Andrew - is that defense beam still operational?"
There was a pause before Andrew responded, "That's affirmative - stand by..." The ship would jolt slightly as it was hit by a beam from the Allegiance, and the shields would begin to recharge at a rate faster than the ship itself could produce. As this happened, Zuko frowned.
"This is interesting..." he commented. "And it would be handy against Nazar's flagship."
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** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Bridge Helm **
Blaine strapped his rifle to his back and his helmet to his side, then moved to the main console. "I guess we wait for the first move. I'll leave the commanding to you, Zuko. I was a Marine, not a swabbie," Blaine said, gesturing to the commander's seat of the bridge. He took a seat in the co-command section and waited.
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** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Bridge Helm **
"Even so - take a look at this," Zuko said, indicating the screen - which held technical readouts and statuses of shipboard systems.
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** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Bridge Helm **
Blaine looked at the terminal, examining the statuses and readouts. "What am I supposed to be seeing here?" Blaine asked, "I know the engines should still be functioning. We didn't have to cut them during the assault."
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*** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Bridge ***
"Not that, these," Zuko said, highlighting two specific systems. "Levu must have adapted these from Romulan Tech and installed them aboard this ship; the first is a Shield Inversion Beam - it'll quickly drain a ship's shields, leaving it open for attack; the second is a Myotronic Inhibitor Beam - a weapon that can disable weapons temporarily. You follow?"
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn put a paw on Mathayus's shoulder, "Are you sure we can just hop in a random car? If Reece has caught on now, don't you think he would be sending people after us to buy himself time? I think we should take my route... even through it is a bit dangerous..."
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gyspie took Kyle's hand and led him out, following the signs that had a crate symbol on them to go to the cargo bay, and when she got there, she went to what she thought was the fabricator, before she gave up and looked at Kyle, "Need fire, hide for tipi, dense and dark... and fire... and stones...", she was making gestures with her hands to help her explaining.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"No need to worry, pal," Izzy's voice came from a nearby radio. "Sent these boys your way to lend a hand. Reece hasn't a clue what's going on, and is calling for help - but not getting a signal through."
"The both of us have a bone to pick with Reece," the driver of the jeep said.
Mathayus looked to Fawn. "What did you have in mind? They can still run escort if you have another idea."
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Kyle nodded in understanding, and walked over to the Replicator, his hands dancing along the console an abundance of what Gypsie needed. He was getting it all to her using the Force when the ship shuddered slightly. Kyle frowned a bit, then shrugged. "Must've engaged the Slipstream Drive. Hnh..." He set the materials down at Gypsie's feet. "Am I missing anything?" he asked her.
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** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Bridge Helm **
"Oh yeah, we can drop Nazar's flagship shields and weapons, then we can sneak on board." Blaine replied, finishing his cigarette before sitting back down at co captain seat. "Or at least take down the Sith fleet if he decides to high tail it." Blaine added.
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** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Bridge Helm **
"Who said anything about sneaking on board?" Zuko scoffed. "I was thinking more along the lines of drop his shields, knock out his weapons, then fry him with Plasma Torpedoes and Energy Projectors, then zap any escape pods that eject from the ship. End of Sith Lord."
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** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Bridge Helm **
"I want to see his face. At least put me in there, I have to know." Blaine said, standing up and walking to the console. "But if I am going to go, I'd need a few good guns." He hinted while watching the dogfights outside rage on.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn made his way to the vehicle, "Nah, this will do fine..."
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gypsie looked at the materials and quickly made a seatlodge, one big enough for the two of them, and once that was set up, she made a small fire and started to heat up some stones, "Yes... now... take off clothing... all... and go in tipi... I help clear conscious... but go in relax...", the inside of the tipi was completely dark once a fold would close after entering, and in the middle was a divit for the heated stones. "Need water..."
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*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Kyle hesitated, then began undoing his cloak. "I will warn you... what you're about to see... may disturb you," he said. As he removed his clothes, it became evident that the scars on his face weren't the only scars he had - his chest and his legs had multiple scars of varying kind.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus followed Fawn, wondering what it was he had in mind.
*** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Bridge Helm ***
Zuko chuckled. "You're tenacious, I'll give you that," he told Blaine. "But if you go, you will not go alone." He accessed the ship's comms. "Captain Zuko to Luro - what's your status?"
"The Star League forces under my command are breaking through enemy lines. Leave the Star Forge to me - focus on enemy reinforcements," Luro responded. "And cousin... it's good to see you in action again. We'll have to see each other when this is over."
Another screen would show Sangheili and Imperial Alliance forces dropping out of light speed nearby - and a gravity well field went up. "Perfect," Zuko said with a grin. "That gravity well will keep Nazar from retreating to Hyperspace. Helm! Bring us about! Let's give our Sith Lord a hearty go to hell!"
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** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Bridge Helm **
Blaine nodded, sat back and watched the fireworks, "Burn baby, burn!" He yelled as plasma shells hit the shields. Looking over his console, he watched the statuses and alerts come by.
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*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gypsie gathered the rocks and the water pale and went into the sweat lodge with Kyle, her hand rubbing his back, "Wound run deep... relax... let spirits forgive...", she poured the heated rocks into the divit in the ground and poured the water on the rocks as she hummed in a foreign language as the steam quickly filled the tipi, "What ills... tell the spirits...", she spoke into the fire and towards Kyle.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn climbed into the car Izzy sent and waited for Mathayus to hop in.
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*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
"Many wounds do I carry... sins I never meant to commit... things I have seen that still haunt me... but the death of my kin... that is why I run, why I travel. Go to places... difficult to track me. Blood stains my hands, drenches them, and never have I been able to wash it away. I've wanted to for so long... to be free of it... but never have I been able to," Kyle said as he sat on his knees, almost in a meditation pose.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus got in the back bed, and the DMC Marines hit the gas, lurching the vehicle forward. "Better step on it," Izzy advised. "Reece is trying to break the door down. Move it, before he tries a breaching charge."
*** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Star Forge system ***
The Resplendent Fervor approached the Devastator with a fleet of Sangheili, Alliance, and UNSC warships at her back. "Blaine, if you want the honors - fire the Shield Inversion Beam, then hit him with the Myotronic Beam once the shields are out," Zuko said.
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** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Star Forge System **
Blaine nodded and excitedly walked over to the controls. "Alright, let's make history, lads. History that'll be redacted and that we'll receive no medals for, but history regardless!" Blaine jokingly said, before activating the Shield Inversion beam, hitting the Devestators' shields and quickly draining them. He then activated the Myotronic beam, disabling their weapons systems. "And my uncle said I couldn't be a swabbie! Take that!"
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*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gypsie poured more water onto the hot rocks, then a gust of cold air came in and seemed to linger, "Past is riddled with sad... anger... death... spirits want to help... spirits forgive... will assist with weight on back... but they ask you first to be at peace...."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn sat quietly as they neared Reece's location.
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*** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Star Forge System ***
"The enemy flagship's shields and weapons are down!" one of the male Sangheili reported.
"Send to Imperial Alliance vessels - Ion Cannons only. Disable the ship. What happens to the other ships... I leave to their discretion," Zuko said. He looked to Blaine. "Unless you want to poke fun with shooting at Sith warships, I'd advise we make ready for a boarding action. Andrew can do a site-to-site transport when we're in range."
*** Draco City Residential District, Dragon'taan ***
The jeep stopped at a house with the address 655. "Here we are - the house of Sergeant Major Cameron Reece," the driver said.
"Sergeant Major's not doing bad for himself," the other marine commented. The lot would be getting out of the jeep when an explosion sounded, and the front door was blown off its hinges. Goughing could be heard from inside as Kyle landed.
"Gonna have a tough time explaining that to--" Reece paused midsentence as he was stepping outside, and upon seeing Kyle in his dragon form, snapped to attention. "High General Indari, sir!"
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
"How?" Kyle asked. "How can I be at peace? How will I accomplish that?"
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** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Bridge Helm **
Blaine nodded, readied his rifle and put his helmet on. As he followed Zuko, Blaine asked, "You think we'll need any backup? Spartans or something?" He was ready to fight Nazar but was unsure of the numbers, it was obvious to him that a Sith was nothing to take on alone. "Seems like the Yaut'ja could've used some." He mumbled.
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*** Draco City Residential District, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn had his helmet up, his sun visor up as to hide his conflicted emotions, but his tensing hands showed that he was growing angry just staring at Reece
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gypsie sat quietly as she poured more water on the stones and as the steam rose up, Gypsie would release a bit of sweet grass into the stones, making the steam smell musky and sweet, and in Kyle's eyes, he'd see Gunny, and then others he had lost and loves and loved who had passed, smiling at Kyle with warm smiles, each in succession of the previous until they melded in a mix of colours, to utter one word, "Rest", and as the 't' fell silent, the stones cracked and the tipi fell warm and silent.
Gypsie hadn't seen a single thing in the smoke as she was not meant to, but she moved over to hug Kyle, to comfort him and make sure he didn't run as she put his head into her chest to let him cry if he needed to.
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*** Draco City Residential District, Dragon'taan ***
"Permission to speak, s--" Reece started.
"Denied," Kyle said officiously. "It has been brought to my attention of heinous crimes committed by you, and we found evidence that corroborates the testimony of someone you goaded to leave the Marauder Corps." Kyle looked to Fawn, as though expecting him to give his testimony.
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Kyle sighed shakily, crying softly, as he gently grabbed onto Gypsie, burying his face in her soft chest fur. He then felt decidedly heavier. When he looked to Gypsie, his expression was weary and tired... "How... how did you... do that?" he asked.
*** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Star Forge System ***
"You'll have backup - Spartans, UNSC and Imperial Marines, Sangheili soldiers and Marauders... if there is one thing even a Sith Lord cannot defend well against, it's a large group of soldiers firing automatic weapons at him at the same time. Speaking of which, take this," Zuko said, handing Blaine an odd device that could hook to a belt. "High-grade energy shield. You'll need it if Nazar gets too close; Lightsabers, while powerful, have trouble slicing through many Military-grade Energy Shields. Kill Nazar, and you'll have a lot of new friends, Blaine. Good luck."
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*** Draco City Residential District, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn stuttered as he spoke, "I-I a-am...", he took a deep breath and threw his helmet off, his body pulsing with anger, and yet still keeping calm, "I am Medical personel, Fawn. You told me when I was still apart of the corps, that my family had died at the hands of raiders... but as you had been infamous for lying, and having kept a log of your 'achievements', you effectively caused the near extinction of a powerful species, namely an entire planet of Soulstone Dragons, and the royal family... MY FAMILY!!"
Fawn pulled his omni-tool up, tears streaming from his eyes, and his body shaking as if to burst, but in truth, if he were to be set off, his raging power would be released, effectively making him into a behemoth or a monster... but not unless he were to be provoked to get any angrier.
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gypsie held onto him, "Spirits like wyldecat tribe... they friends... guides... cleansers... we channel spirits and use to help! I nomad, know too much for tribe, sent outcast... Life not easy... I tell later... but now, you rest... I carry.", she then used her normal strength to carry Kyle back to her room she was in before, staggering along as she hadn't realized his actual weight.
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** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Bridge Helm **
Blaine affixed the device to his harness and stood there for a moment quietly. He then shook Zuko's hand and said, "If I don't come back, I'd like to say you were a damn good guy to fight beside." He turned quickly and exited the helm, beckoning a male Spartan to follow him. His visor went opaque and he stopped in the teleport area, readying his rifle and starting his helmcam feed. "You got me on your screen, Andrew?" He asked over the communication channel.
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*** CSS Resplendent Fervor, Star Forge system ***
"Affirmative, Blaine," Andrew answered. A dull thump marked twin MACs firing. "Ready to transport when you are - and be careful."
*** Draco City Residential District, Dragon'taan ***
Fortunately, Reece was too terrified to provoke Fawn further. "You have a choice," Mathayus said, activating a Red Lightsaber, "Surrender and face justice, or advance, and face summary execution."
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Kyle decided it prudent to check on the trip. "Vasily to the bridge - Gemini, how long till we hit Belsavis?"
"Twenty-six hours, fifteen minutes, present speed," the AI answered.
"Thank god for the invention of the Quantum Slipstream Drive..." Kyle commented.
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Blaine took a deep breath and looked down at his gun. "Alright, let's do this," He said before being transported to the enemy flagship. He gasped as he and the Spartan gained a grip on their surroundings. An Imperial ship, gunfire rang off in the distance. "Guess you got our boys on board too, huh Frosty?" He asked as he started music (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhi-qnOdXxU&feature=youtube_gdata_player) on his helmet, something common for battle in the Marines. The Spartan groaned and Blaine turned back to him, "What? You don't like flip music?" He jokingly asked before raising his rifle and moving down the hall.
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*** Draco City Residential District, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked at Mathayus, his face filled with confusion, "You honestly think this man here deserves to live? Even after committing suicide? Even after killing my foster family!?", Fawn pointed his omni-tool at Reece as it powered up, taking aim, "I don't think he even deserves to breath!"
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gypsie put a finger to Kyle's lips and continued to walk, soon reaching his room and placing him on the bed, still quite naked as she didn't give him time to get on his clothing.
Gypsie would try to tuck him in.
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*** Draco City Residential District, Dragon'taan ***
"That may be so," Kyle said, still in dragon form. He fixed his eyes on Fawn. "But you kill him, what does that make you? If you kill him because he killed your family, what makes you any different than him? I know how it feels - when Cerinia burned, I lost my entire family. I know what it feels like to have everything taken. You could kill him, perhaps - but what would it cost you? Would your family want to be remembered with acts of anger and revenge? Would they want you to kill a man in cold blood, even though he probably deserves it?"
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Kyle lapsed into a deep sleep by the time he was laid down in his bed. Gypsie would have no difficulty tucking him in, and would likely find his thrumming, draconic breathing somewhat... soothing. For the first time in over three hundred years, Kyle didn't twitch with violent nightmares and visions of a traumatic past, but he laid still, breathing steadily.
*** Sith Warship Devastator, Star Forge System ***
"Suck it up, Dan," another Spartan responded. She shot a Sith soldier that came around the corner. "This one's a classic!"
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*** Draco City Residential District, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn's hands shook as Kyle talked to him before shooting exactly at Reece's ear(ear holes?), searing the skin to cause him pain before lowering his weapon, "No... it wouldn't be right... but I don't know what to do... one side says revenge... one says to let him go... I-I'll leave the decision to you two...", Fawn picked up his helmet and turned around, "Hopefully you've washed recently, Reece... otherwise that wound will get infected...", he then walked to behind the vehicle, sitting down and holding his head.
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gypsie watched him to then look out the bedroom to see Gemini, and she figured as much that she would be stuck here so she might as well try to make friends with him.
Gypsie soon got to Gemini and looked for an on button.
If Gemini were to pop up when she was looking around, then she'd jump back and eep.
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** Sith Warship Devestator, Star Forge System **
Blaine laughed and shot two more Sith responding to the gunfire. "Okay, Andrew. Where are we going?" He radioed in, following the sounds of gunshots and lasers. They met heavy resistance as they moved through the ship, the open channel on the radio was complete chaos.
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*** Sith Warship Devastator, Star Forge System ***
"Transmitting Interior Layout; head for the Bridge. Nazar will be there," Andrew said.
"And remember - overwhelming odds. Get a good many soldiers with you, all firing on him with automatic weapons," Zuko reminded Blaine.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
(That's right - never did go into detail what race Reece was, did I? Let's just say he's a fox.)
As one of the Marines arrested Reece and the other read him his rights, Kyle and Mathayus walked over to Fawn. "You gonna be alright, Doctor?" Mathayus asked.
"If you need a place to crash, Indari Manor has a number of guest rooms," Kyle offered.
"And... I would like you there, too - to perform a medical checkup on my wife," Mathayus sighed. "She's been... a bit odd, lately."
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
While Gypsie was looking about, HK70 approached from behind, but kept a good distance, slung his weapon, and spoke: "Query: Madame, may I ask why Master's clothes were in Cargo Bay six? And why you seem insistent on walking the ship... naked?"
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** Sith Warship Devestator, En route to Bridge **
As Blaine and his squad moved to the bridge, he sent a NI message to all squads on board near the bridge entrance to reinforce and bunker down until arrival. "Okay, we should have a good sized force by the time we get ther-" He was cut off by a lightsaber brushing by, a Sith wielding it. Blaine opened fire along with the Spartans, cutting the Sith down. "Oh good lord, well it's not him.." Blaine said, catching his breath. He noticed the hilt of the saber sticking out from under the Sith. Blaine picked it up and attached it to his side. "Hell of a souvenir..." He whispered before moving on to the bridge.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn's helmet sat beside him.
Fawn looked at the two, giving a small smile, "I think I would like that... quite a lot..."
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gypsie quickly turned around, a snarl on her face before regaining her composure, "I help K-Kyyylee... he peaced..."
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"After what you've been through, so I imagine," Kyle said with a smile.
"Indeed," Mathayus agreed. "You can rest up there, see the rest of the family. My niece would have to come first - she's sick. My wife isn't ill, as far as I can tell... she's just acting... odd. Not like her to down that big of a steak, plus the mashed 'taters and the fries, to boot, and that's not even considering the glass of cola plus a half-dozen refills..."
Kyle frowned thoughtfully. "Hm... come to think of it, she has been off lately - tried to make homemade Mashed Potatoes with Chocolate Milk..." he shuddered visibly.
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
"Apology: I meant not to startle you, madame, and I do apologize. For that matter, I never got your name. I am HK Model 70, but Master keeps calling me Hector," HK70 stated.
*** Sith Warship Devestator, En route to Bridge ***
Blaine and the boarding parties would encounter stiff resistance en route to the bridge, but nothing difficult for them to handle; Blaine and those supporting him definitely had advantages in equipment and weapons. Marines still took casualties, but Spartans and Sangheili took nearly none. The Bridge door would be locked down, but it would only delay the inevitable. Nazar paced angrily, yet excitedly, at the other end of the Bridge.
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** Sith Warship Devestator, Hallway to Bridge **
The squad arrived at some hastily built barricades, guarded by some Marines, a few Spartans and two Sangheili. "Is this all we have?" Blaine yelled to the only ODST, who was Sgt. Daniels from the Victoria operation. "Oh nice to see you too. But no, we have a squad of Marauders and Spartans trying to blow the door." Daniels replied, following Blaine to the door with the rest of the personnel at the barricades. "Once we blow that door, we got a Sith Lord in there. Circle him up and keep constant fire on him. Try to stay in cover and don't let him get close." Blaine yelled as he reached the door. The two Spartans attaching the breach charge gave a signal and hit the switch. The door blew into pieces and Blaine came flying through, pointing his gun at Nazar. "This ends here, you spineless git!" He yelled as his backup took their positions around the Sith Lord.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The cogs in Fawn's mind started to turn, "Well, for your wife, I'd say she's exploring new tastes in cooking... but that is odd... Tell me, has she experienced any head trauma recently? If so, then she may have dementia.. which is weird, especially for her age... Tell me more on the way back and call back to the house and have sombody other than your wife put your daughter into her bedroom, or in a guest room next to a medical bay... if you have one... I'd like to take samples from your daughter. Common things like cheek tissue samples, blood test... she's not afraid of needles, is she? Regardless, if she is, I can do the more rudimentary check-ups... also, does she like stuffed animals? I feel it helps calms the child's mind... and more childish adults.", Fawn was rambling on, and this was him, the over-curious doctor he normally is, wanting to explore each avenue at the same time to eliminate failures.
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gypsie smiled, "H-hectour sound good for you...", she then pointed to herself, "I Gypsie. Wyldecat Nomad..."
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus frowned. "No... no head trauma. Nothing that would induce this kind of behavior. Though... come to think of it... it started about two weeks ago," Mathayus explained as Kyle called the Manor to do what Fawn had requested. The Marines handed Reece over to a pair of Dragonarian DMC Marines before they hopped into the jeep and began driving. "Maria and I had... well, let's just say we had a wild night. It was after that that she started acting odd. It was subtle, at first - going for seconds at dinner, drinking more milk and juice than she usually does..." He trailed off in thought.
"Uh... Doctor... are you thinking what I'm thinking?" Kyle chuckled.
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
"Surprised statement: A Nomad... actually, that explains a lot," Hector said. "I suspected something when I saw the Tipi in Cargo Bay Six."
Gemini appeared next to a far wall on the bridge, working on a console. "Not to nitpick, miss Gypsie, but... do you think you could put your clothes on? Captain Vasily is screwed up enough as it is - he doesn't need a naked lady walking around his--"
"Interjection: Leave her alone, Gemeni. If Master is willing to let her roam like that, it is his decision - not yours," Hector said. "It's not as if it will distract the Skytroopers."
"I just think it's distracting to him, that's all," Gemini said.
"Statement: Even so, it's his decision," Hector said. He looked to Gypsie. "Observation: You said something about peace in Master. When I noticed you carrying him, I did a complete scan. The results were... odd. Metaphor: It is as though a great weight has been lifted from him - his vitals have never been so stable. Commentary: Though, I suspect he may want to travel back to the places he'd been - places he felt a strong connection to, if only to further make peace with what happened to him there. All that being said... Query: What exactly did you do to him?"
*** Sith Warship Devastator, Bridge ***
Nazar didn't say anything as he made a dash for Blaine and his companions, apparently forgetting to use the Force. If ever there were a time to open fire, it was now.
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** Sith Warship Devestator, Bridge Helm **
"Well screw you too!" Blaine yelled as his squad and him opened fire. He pumped the Sith full of bullets, reloading when necessary. His shield was powered up, in case of a stray strike from Nazars' lightsaber.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn smiled and looked at Mathayus, "Mathayus, she's pregnant! At least I think it's safe to assume that. In any way, just keep an eye on her and make sure she doesn't cut her fingers off... in fact, keep her to low mobility chores that don't require much physical exertion, so in that logic, try and do the more active chores she does.
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gypsie chuckled as the two bickered, "Bicker like mates... is cute!", she then looked at Hector, "I take Kyle in tipi... I heat rocks. make steam!... Spirits visit and forgive... Kyle grow tired. I tuck in and let sleep!", she then looked back, "He need sleep... no disturb..."
She then looked at her figure and then to Gemini, "Sorry.. I only wear cloth when I go city run... got trouble with uniform men... so I make cloth from hide... inspiration from picture book...", she then tried to remember what it said on the from, "Think name was... Mmmoodels?"
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"She's pregnant... that explains a lot," Mathayus chuckled. "Like how she keeps complaining about being hot... and how she has sudden cravings for peanut butter and honey... or chocolate..."
Kyle shook his head. "Markus is going to be thrilled..." he commented.
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
"Captain Vasily may be at peace for now, but I still say he needs to be monitored, despite the readings Hector got. You could stay in his room, just to be there if he wakes from a nightmare again," Gemini suggested.
"Objection: Neural scans show zero evidence of any such nightmare anomalies. Master sleeps soundly and peacefully... for the first time since I've met him. Besides... Gypsie is neither his nurse nor his mother," Hector disagreed.
"That may be so, but we never really got around to getting her room set up, did we?" Gemini shot back.
"Weary resignation: No, that we did not," Hector replied. He looked to Gypsie and added, "Statement: As much as we don't want to offend you or make you uncomfortable, it seems that, for tonight, you will have to sleep in the Master's quarters. Suggestion: The couch near the fireplace can be turned into a bed. It has that feature; if you like, I can assist you with that - so long as we can avoid waking the Master."
*** Sith Warship Devastator, Bridge ***
Nazar was able to deflect some of the plasma bolts, but there was a storm of them and the bullets that ripped through him; he dropped to the deck just inches from Nazar, riddled with bullets and plasma scorches, his lightsaber clattering on the deck at Blaine's feet. His blood spattered the deck, and he coughed, "This... was not... my... destiny..."
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** Sith Warship Devestator, Bridge Helm **
Blaine unclipped and activated the lightsaber he had acquired, a green laser coming from the hilt. He examined it for a moment and looked back to Nazar. "You're wrong...this was your destiny." Blaine said before impaling the lightsaber in Nazars' back, severing his spine for a quick and painless death. "It's over, everyone. Secure the ship," Blaine ordered, shutting the saber off. "You seeing this, you two? Cause I'd like that drink now." Blaine asked over the private comm line to Zuko and Andrew.
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---Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan---
"I see. Could you tell me, how many species are a part of your civiliazion?" Shoon asked, hoping his party will finish filling the forms soon.
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--_ Klingon super bird of prey, Dragon'tann orbit _--
On board the Klingon vessel blue and tan vixens fought with the last two Klingons conscious on the ship, holding thier own against thier Klingon opponents, the blue vixen using only a staff the tan vixen only a katana.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn gave a chuckle and placed a hand on Mathayus' shoulder, "It's alright! This is something to be happy about... and why would this 'Markus' be upset over this?", he asked to Kyle, "Father-in-law?"
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gypsie chuckled again, "Talk like couple.... anyways, I am miracle nomad... carry seed... bad taste, but good healing!", she then looked back at Kyle's room and turned around, swishing her tails behind herself as she started to walk back, "I okay... I sleep with Kyle.", her expression was quite content as she said it.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Nope," Kyle chuckled. "Brother-in-law - Maria's older brother. He lives on New Cerinia with his wife, Krystal... another of the survivors of Cerinia.
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
"Did... did I hear that right? Sleep with him?" Gemini asked.
"Answer: I believe I heard the same thing... but I wonder if she meant something else," Hector replied.
In Kyle's quarters, Kyle slept soundly, thrumming as though a dragon sleeping on his hoard.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Several other DMC Warships responded to the sudden appearance of a Rogue Klingon vessel with an ID Transponder labeling it as a ship of the house of Torg. "Unidentified Vessel - surrender and prepare to be boarded," Commanded one of the vessels.
*** Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
"Dragon-shifters come from all kinds of races," Makkar said. "Humans, Kemorainians like myself, Cerinians... you'd be surprised. Or were you talking of the Alliance between the peoples of this region?
** Sith Warship Devestator, Bridge Helm **
The Devestator rocked as it was hit with an explosion. "Escape now, drink later," Andrew commanded. "Grab something of Nazar's as proof of his death and get the hell out of there! The Sith Reinforcements are turning their guns on you!"
"We'll keep them occupied as long as we can," Zuko added. "Get moving!"
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn nodded, "Alright... well, lets get back to your daughter now..."
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gypsie slowly walked into the room, her steps being seemingly void of noise. She soon climbed into the sheets with Kyle, keeping her movements light and gentle, like a mother's or lover's touch. Soon enough, she fell asleep.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Right," Kyle sighed. "Anna thinks it's just a stomach bug, but I want to be certain. She threw up in the store the other day after having... oh, what was it...?"
"Relax, Kyle, she just had too much candy," Mathayus said.
"Still, I want to be certain on this," Kyle said. "She's my daughter."
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Kyle slept soundly, even with Gypsie sleeping next to him. Time seemed to rush past, as when he next woke, he had less than two hours before hitting Belsavis Orbit. He groaned softly and sat up. "Man, did I sleep..." he grumbled groggily.
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** Sith Warship Devestator, Bridge Helm **
Blaine sent an evac order across the radio channel and his squad made a break for the hangar. He spotted two Sith soldiers attempting to board a LAAT airship. "Commandeer that ship!" He ordered, opening fire. They dispatched the two soldiers and boarded the airship. The hangar doors slid open, and another squad of mixed forces boarded as well. Blaine jumped in the co-pilot seat next to Daniels and radioed Andrew, "I got a vehicle, open the hangar! We'll be inbound in one mike." The airship took off and out the hangar, taking off full speed to the UNSC Allegiance along with other hijacked airships and fighters. They took fire along the way but quickly made it to the Allegiances' hangar, sliding in and barely coming to a stop before crashing into a Pelican. "Oh hot damn! That was awesome!" Blaine laughed, smacking Daniels on the shoulder.
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--_ Klingon super bird of prey, Dragon'tann orbit _--
The only responce was a grunt of a Klingon, slamming against the console.
"What a hassel" the blue vixen complained
"What a mess" the tan vixen added her comment.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn smiled, his hand moving to Kyle's shoulder, "It'll be fine... lets just get back."
*** Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Belsavis ***
Gypsie continued to sleep, her tails lightly flicking around Kyle's legs, but as he sat up, her arms loosely held onto Kyle as she stirred from his movements.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Two vessels dropped out of warp in orbit of Dragon'taan - one was the damaged D'Derridex Warbird RRW Devoras. The other was the Scimitar Warbird DMCS Assassin.
"Hel-lo, what have we here?" Ketorr asked over a comm line between the two ships.
"I know we haven't been gone that long - did we miss something?" Lian agreed.
"Eh, seems to be well in hand," Ketorr sighed with a shrug. "Lian, get the Devoras into drydock, then you and your sister meet me back at the house."
"Copy, dad. And daddy... thank you," Lian responded.
Ketorr looked to his wife. "Now, about this supposed 'surprise'..."
Nearby, the newly-refitted Bellator-class Star Dreadnought UACS Thermopylae-A approached the Super Bird-of-Prey. A comm line went out: "Honey, need a hand?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The drive back to Indari Manor took nearly a half-hour, but before anyone present knew it, they were walking up the path to the front door of Indari Manor. "... so, in short, that's how I knew Anna. She's a really sweet woman. Even when she was pregnant with our daughter, she was kind and gentle," Kyle concluded.
"And she gave me no end of trouble during that pregnancy..." Mathayus grumbled.
*** Flagship Chimera, approaching Belsavis Orbit ***
Kyle chuckled softly on realizing Gypsie had spent the night sleeping with him. How sweet, he thought. He gently removed her arms, giving her a kiss to the cheek before he dressed and moved for the kitchen area to start cooking...
*** UNSC Allegiance, Star Forge system ***
"Blaine," Andrew asked, "Wherever you are, get a link ready - gonna bounce a feed down to you. You'll want to see this."
The image that Blaine would get is that of Luro's fleet, gathering in a ring around the USLV Assured Victory, each one firing what seemed to be a power beam into the Assured Victory, who then fired it's Energy Projector, but with a power massively more powerful than an energy projector alone could produce - right at the Star Forge. The Star Forge lit up like a Christmas Tree, then detonated like a bomb. "Congratulations, Blaine - you killed a Sith Lord and aided in the destruction of another Star Forge. Zuko, get back to the Allegiance, and you and Blaine meet me in my quarters. Harrison out."
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** UNSC Allegiance, Hangar bay **
"Yeah, copy that.." Blaine replied, climbing out of the LAAT and brushing himself off. He took a deep breath and sent a single message to Admiral Osman, "The objective has been completed, threat has been neutralized". Daniels whistled to him and tossed Blaine his rifle. After catching it, Blaine pulled his helmet off and lit a much needed cigarette. He then took off to Andrew's quarters, feeling a sense of relief that he rarely felt.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn chuckled and moved to open the door, opening it and walking inside, marveling at the inside, "Wow.. this place is pretty big!", he then looked back to the others, "Well... living in a barn for a while would gain that reaction anyway... come on, show me to your daughter.", in Fawn's hand, he held a stuffed animal, one that he was told Kyle's daughter liked
*** Flagship Chimera, approaching Belsavis Orbit ***
Gyspie continued to sleep soundly, her back and body stretching and cracking a lot as she had only slept in hammocks for most of her life.
As she slept, her mind started to show her visions of pristine white rooms, she then got up, sleep walking as she cried softly when she walked, "Cold... Lonely... hurting... s-stop...", she then made bodily jerks, spirling down to the ground as if being struck, making her let out a scream before huddling on the ground, still sleep walking, and crying softly as she shielded her head.
Her brain signals would read distress, frustration, and a whole slew of different emotions as she huddled on the ground, but her mental signs would still read asleep.
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---Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan---
"What is the difference?" Shoon said and his party passed him the device, he soon began to go over the forms quickly.
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Star Forge System ***
With the Star Forge destroyed, Zuko headed back to the Allegiance, turning over command of the Resplendent Fervor to a Sangheili Commander. Luro sent word he was on his way to the Allegiance, so when Zuko arrived, he and Andrew waited for Blaine and, now, Luro to arrive. Andrew was pouring glasses of a clear, blue drink.
"Think he'll be able to handle it?" Andrew asked.
"Luro has handled the strongest spirits on Sangheili, and you know how much kick they have; he'll be fine," Zuko responded.
*** Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
"The Dragon'taan Coalition was formed as the governmental body of Dragon'taan prior to the Marauder War - it is comprised of Dragon-Shifters and non-dragon-shifters alike who settled on Dragon'taan - again - before the Marauder War. The Alliance refers to the group of allied powers and governments who came together in unity and common interest, and more than once operated in tandem against threats against this galaxy. The Alliance is comprised of the Dragon'taan Coalition, the United Alliance Coalition, the United Imperial Alliance, the Sangheili Republic, the Lylat Federation, the Klingon Empire, the Romulan Republic, the United Nations Space Command, and a number of smaller groups like the Mirak Star League, the Lyran Alliance, and the Interstellar Concordium. We are in negotiations to add to our allies the United Federation of Planets and the Mandalorian Alliance."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Honey, is Kira still in her room?" Kyle asked after a brief kiss with his wife.
"She is," Anna replied. Kyle motioned his head for Fawn to follow him as he led him to Kira's room. Inside, laying awake on the bed, but still half-asleep, was a young dragoness girl, a spitting image of her mother.
*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis Orbit ***
Kyle could sense something was wrong with his nomad companion, so he immediately went to her side, gently holding her close, whispering in some foreign language that made it seem spirits around him spoke with him. If it worked, Gypsie would find that her nightmare would come to an abrupt end, and if she didn't wake, she would be dreaming of a lush jungle, a village high atop the tree branches, rife with welcoming life.
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--_Vor'ta'ka_--
" you worry too much sir, Krystal and I have it covered, thanks though." The silver fox named Nari replied over the bird of prey's comm view screen showing Krystal dragging an unconscious Klingon across the foor of the bridge. "Well we're now the owners of a brand new Klingon super bird of rey
" The blue vixen, Krystal added.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Very well," Markus sighed. "Let me know if you figure out why he came here alone... and what exactly he was doing."
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"Working on that ,now sir" Nari replied, looking back behind her to check on Krystal, sering her drag another Klingon off the command chair, and sitting in it. "Mmm comfy chair" Krystal muttered.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Barracks Section **
By the time Blaine arrived, he had stripped his armor and was wearing his ONI fatigues. He made it to Andrew's quarters, knocking on the door as he entered. "Hel-lo, everybody." Blaine said, taking a spot next to the table. He rolled up his sleeves, revealing his service tattoos.
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---Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan---
"I see.." Shoon finished going over the forms and passed the device across the table "Everything in there seems to be filled correctly. So what now?"
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn followed, "So, tell me exactly how she has been lately... don't skip over any details."
*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis Orbit ***
Gypsie woke up in an instant, her mind in complete confusion as she ran away at a quick speed on all fours to the cargo bay to ontop of a tower of boxes, shuddering still as she felt the prodding, even out of her dream.
Her mind kept racing, wondering if this was the reality she was in, or some fake reality.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis Orbit ***
Kyle was quick to follow, but when he reached Gypsie, he approached her slowly, his arms open and inviting. "Easy, Gypsie... you're okay... you're safe," he said softly. He would slowly reach out to her, gently stroking her cheek, and trying to bring her into his arms for a gentle hug. "Perhaps we have more in common than I initially suspected..." he then hummed a soft tune to her, trying to rock her back and forth to ease her mind. "You're safe," he whispered to her. "I'm not gonna let anything harm you... I promise."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"She's been just fine, lately," Kyle responded. "When we were at the store the other day, she just... threw up. No clear indication why."
"Some of her classmates showed the same thing," Anna said from the doorway. "It's not serious."
"You're not a doctor, honey," Kyle argued.
"But I am her mother - I know her illnesses better than you, darling," Anna shot back. She looked to Fawn. "It's a part of her Dragonarian blood - at this age, Dragonarian children go through what some call an 'immune system overhaul' which the body becomes more susceptible to illness, but they emerge healthier than the children of the same age of other races."
*** Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
Makkar looked over the data, then nodded. "I'll get this entered into the database immediately - you may want to advise your homeland that we'll be sending an envoy; just a formality, so we can get a feel for your faction's current state. Now, any further questions before I get this inputted?"
*** UNSC Allegiance, Captain's Quarters ***
As Luro's shuttle ferried him to the Allegiance hangar, Zuko looked to Blaine. "My friend... what you have done... is beyond words. Your actions recently are worthy of a Sangheili. Not only did you aid us in the discovery of a serious threat, but you killed a Sith Lord and helped me restore the honor of the Sangheili. No one will hold it against you if you decline, but... would you be willing to come to Sangheilios with me? With my cousin?"
"Indeed," Andrew agreed. "I sent a report to Sangheilios, Earth and Dragon'taan. Still waiting on the latter two, but Thel responded just a few minutes ago - he wishes to recognize you. Recognize us."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The Thermopylae-A stayed near the Klingon Vessel, even as another vessel approached it - heavily-modified and refitted, but still decidedly Federation in design. "What's the House of Torg doing here? And why send a single ship? Why not a group?" Saraabi asked.
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"Logs show they were trying to get past our orbital defenses using a new cloaking devise, either it failed or they thought they were though our defenses" Nari explained." Not much else her
." She added. "Hmm at least they put up a decent figh." Krystal spoke up.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Captain's Quarters **
Blaine took one of the drinks and knocked it back, smacking the glass on the table. "Sorry, suppose that was for a toast. But yeah, I'd be honored." He replied, smiling. The lightsaber he took clinked against his waist. "By the way, you didn't tell me how fun these things are." He said, gesturing to the saber.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis Orbit ***
Gypsie growled at Kyle, "Y-you're not real! None is real!", she then thuddled up, "Not real... not real... in lab... dead...", she would repeat this over and over again as she rocked back and forth.
It seemed that Gypsie knew normal languages... something must have scarred her to talk differently. Uncommon, but not unheard of.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn put a hand onto Kyle's chest, "Calm down, alright? I'll take a look at her if that would help, Kyle...", he then walked over to where he was told the room was, to then look back, "Also, waking up to arguing will give a child mixed feelings... just saying to keep a level head, Kyle.", he then put a hand on the door knob, keeping his helmet on to keep himself healthy
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*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
Kyle gently shushed Gypsie, speaking softly to calm her down, "I'm real, Gypsie... you had a nightmare. Just as I do. I know what it's like. Sometimes, it feels like you're still there. I still remember the night Order 66 came down... the rise of the empire. It's okay... it's okay..." Kyle wrapped her up in his arms, letting her rest her head on his chest. "Ironic you and I suffer the same way... I'm seeing similarities. Perhaps... we were meant to meet. So we could help each other find peace."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
The door would open to reveal young Kira, laying in bed, trying to sleep. "Daddy, is that you?" she asked.
"Daddy's here, sweetie," Kyle replied with a kiss to Kira's forehead. "Daddy brought a doctor - he's gonna make you all better."
*** UNSC Allegiance, Captain's Quarters ***
"No worries," Andrew chuckled. Heavy footfalls could be heard before the door opened and a Sangheili, dressed in Grey Jedi Robes with a lightsaber staff clipped to his belt. Zuko was the first to approach him; the two then gave each other a hearty hug.
"It has been a long time, cousin," Zuko said.
"A long time, indeed," Luro agreed. After he let go of Zuko, he looked to Andrew and Blaine. "Which one of you is Andrew, and which of you is Blaine?"
(Blaine, what did you say Luro's last name was?)
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Special cloaking device...?" Saraabi repeated. "Where did Torg get the resources to develop something like that...?"
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(( 'Taralumee ))
** UNSC Allegiance, Captain's Quarters **
Blaine raised his hand and pointed to himself, whistling. "That would be me," He answered, then pointed to Andrew and said, "And that is our captain, the Man of Steel." He finished jokingly. He lit a cigarette and waited for Luro's response.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
Kyle gently shushed Gypsie, speaking softly to calm her down, "I'm real, Gypsie... you had a nightmare. Just as I do. I know what it's like. Sometimes, it feels like you're still there. I still remember the night Order 66 came down... the rise of the empire. It's okay... it's okay..." Kyle wrapped her up in his arms, letting her rest her head on his chest. "Ironic you and I suffer the same way... I'm seeing similarities. Perhaps... we were meant to meet. So we could help each other find peace."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
The door would open to reveal young Kira, laying in bed, trying to sleep. "Daddy, is that you?" she asked.
"Daddy's here, sweetie," Kyle replied with a kiss to Kira's forehead. "Daddy brought a doctor - he's gonna make you all better."
*** UNSC Allegiance, Captain's Quarters ***
"No worries," Andrew chuckled. Heavy footfalls could be heard before the door opened and a Sangheili, dressed in Grey Jedi Robes with a lightsaber staff clipped to his belt. Zuko was the first to approach him; the two then gave each other a hearty hug.
"It has been a long time, cousin," Zuko said.
"A long time, indeed," Luro agreed. After he let go of Zuko, he looked to Andrew and Blaine. "Which one of you is Andrew, and which of you is Blaine?"
(Blaine, what did you say Luro's last name was?)
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Special cloaking device...?" Saraabi repeated. "Where did Torg get the resources to develop something like that...?"
"Not sure but we'll look into it" Krystal replied.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
Gypsie shuddered, wrapping her arms around Kyle shakily, "T-this is t-too nice... it can't be r-real..."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle took out his omni-tool and put a scanner attachment on it as he walked towards Kira, "Don't worry, my dear. Your dad is simply worried for your well-being.", he then put the nozzle of the scanner to her neck as the device hummed, "Stay calm, please. This device is simply doing hours of research in a few minutes... also, I brought you a toy!", out from behind his back, he gave Kira a stuffed animal, roughly the size of Kira herself, "Your daddy, told me you liked this creature, so I took the liberty of buying it for you.", the device continued to hum, "So, Kira, how has your life been lately? Besides the sickness, that is..."
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*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
"Believe me, I used to think the same thing - until I met you. Then I realized that such things do exist in the galaxy we live in," Kyle said softly. He held Gypsie close. "It's okay, Gypsie... I'm right here. I always will be." He continued rocking her gently, softly humming a soothing tune in her ear.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Daddy and I went shopping to get a gift for mommy," Kira said. "Then he let me watch The Voyager Logs when we got home."
"Is that right?" Anna asked with a smile and crossed arms.
Kyle chuckled. "Traitor..."
*** UNSC Allegiance, Captain's Quarters ***
Luro chuckled, "I don't remember Superman wearing armor. Regardless, I thank you all for your assistance in this affair - I had it on good authority that the Lost Star Forge was in UNSC Space, but I was unaware of its exact location. Had it not been for you, I likely would not have found it until well after Levu and Nazar began their assaults into UNSC Space."
"Cousin... are you coming home, now?" Zuko asked.
"I'd be lying if I said no," Luro answered. "But heed my warning: The Star Forge isn't the only thing out there, waiting to be found. In my travels, I came across mention of something called 'The Eternal Fleet'. Does the name mean anything to any of you?"
Andrew frowned, then shook his head. "Can't say it does for me," he replied.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Captain's Quarters **
Blaine shook his head, "Not in my time, I haven't." He ran his hand through his hair and took a drag of his cigarette.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
Gypsie shuddered her breathing until she calmed down, leaning into Kyle and holding him to her with her tails, not wanting to move
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn pulled his scanner back and looked at the data, patting Kira's head and looking to Kyle and Anna standing in the doorway, "Stomach flu... Nothing bad... but do bring her outside occasionally. Staying inside isn't the best of all things... that or open her window when she sleeps."
Fawn walked toward the two and pressed his scanner against Kyle's head, it beeping instantly, "And a protective father.", he lowered his scanner and holstered it.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
Kyle held onto Gypsie, letting her relax in his arms. After a while, he asked her, "Are you hungry?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle smiled. "You would be, too, if you had kids," he said.
"I hate to interrupt, High General, but you have an incoming report from our Liaison, Captain Harrison," Izzy said quietly. Kyle sighed.
"Duty calls. I'll take that in the den - stick around. You might get to meet my father."
*** UNSC Allegiance, Captain's Quarters ***
Andrew slid Luro a glass of the blue drink as he refilled Blaine's. "Admittedly," Luro said, "I know almost nothing of it. That's another reason I wish to follow you back to Sangheilios; I need to ask Uncle Thel if he knows anything of it."
"If he does, he never mentioned it to us," Zuko said.
When all glasses were full, Kyle raised his glass. "To new alliances and old friends," he toasted.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Captain's Quarters **
Blaine raised his and tinked it against the others, "Any may our trigger fingers never be tired," He said before downing his drink. He groaned and gasped, then laughing.
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"Well aside from one console , no thank to Krystal the ship is in good shape i think we can take her to dry dock to unload prisoners and refit the ship" Nari noted.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
Gypsie nodded with her head burried in his chest, "Y-yes..."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn nodded, "I probably would, but I would also teach them basic survival skills so I wouldn't have to worry too much.", Fawn waved as Kyle would leave, "Sure thing... is there anything good to eat here? I've been living off of gruel for the past years... really, even a brick has more flavor!", he then let out a soft chuckle.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
Kyle would help Gypsie get back to his quarters, where a fresh meal was being set out on the nearby table for them both by Hector. "Assurance: No need to worry, Master - I got to the meal just in time and was able to finish it while you were away." Both plates were adorned with berries, jungle fruit, and nice, thick slabs of Boar meat.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna chuckled. "After all that, I imagine my sister-in-law's cooking would sound good. She's been a bit loopy, lately, and I think I know why." Anna gave Kira a gentle, motherly kiss on her forehead before leading Fawn out to the Kitchen. "Oh, good - she's not cooking," she sighed.
"I heard that!" came Maria's voice from upstairs.
"God, I can hear Markus laughing now..." Anna grumbled.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The Unseen Assailant hailed the Klingon Vessel, and Saraabi waited impatiently for her mother or her mother's colleague to answer. There was something she suspected about that cloaking device.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Uncharted System ***
"Give it... five minutes. Maybe six. Then you'll start to feel the effects," Andrew chuckled.
"Romulan drinks like that have a powerful kick," Zuko agreed.
"That they do," Luro added as he downed his glass.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Uncharted System **
Blaine coughed and clenched his chest, "And it burns!" He yelled, laughing. Taking a seat, he said, "So, how far out to Sangheilios? And what exactly am I being recognized for? I'm normally never given the whole nine yards, more of 'here's a medal which we'll need back because technically you weren't supposed to be doing what you did'." Blaine asked, knocking back another drink and finishing his smoke.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
Gypsie looked at the food laid out before her, seeing the hands draw away from her she lunged at the food and quickly started to eat, her tails flicking frantically in happiness
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn pressed a button on his helmet and a little chef's plume popped up, "Would you mind if I made something? I may have not eaten nothing but gruel, but I can even make something like that taste like a feast!", out of his pocket he pulled out a quite rare cookbook('Spices and Wolfing: The guide to quick and delicious dishes!'), "What? This has some really good stuff... even the chocolate milk dishes could be improved with these spices... given the ingredients are expensive for the spices... If you want I can leave this book with you..."
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Uncharted System ***
"UNSC FLEETCOM is going to be issuing you an official commendation, it seems," Andrew said, having since opened a message from Earth. "One you'll be keeping. Thel wishes to recognize you for not only finding a lost nephew, but keeping safe one of his sons, destroying a serious galactic threat, and upholding the Honor of the Sangheili."
*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
"Observation: Someone was hungry," Hector commented.
"She isn't the only one," Kyle responded as he began to eat. He paused in between bites to ask, "How soon till we hit Belsavis?"
"Answer: We'll be entering orbit in twenty-six minutes," Hector answered. "Statement: After Gypsie's episode, Gemini is keeping away so as not to scare her again. Her neural patterns were... erratic."
"Well, let's hope the trip to that Tropical Rift on Belsavis helps. Speaking of which..." Kyle looked to Gypsie. "You might want to dress for that. I don't know what will be in that rift."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna laughed. "Yeeeeeaah, no. I'd rather not give preggers up there any new ideas."
"I HEARD THAT, ANNA!" Maria shouted from upstairs, after which she was quickly soothingly spoken to by her husband.
"But seriously, I'm happy she and Mathayus are having a baby. It'll do Mathayus some good, after what he went through," Anna said. "Though I worry this baby will be hit with the same defect Mathayus did."
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** UNSC Allegiance, Captain's Quarters **
"Funny, I never thought in a million years that a Marine would be honored at Sangheilios" Blaine said, chuckling. He rubbed the ODST tattoo on the inside of his forearm and sighed. "That war was hell on everyone, especially in New Mombassa. That was when the Covenant turned on the Sangheili, wasn't it?" He asked, looking to Luro and Zuko.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
Finished all of her food by the time the two finished talking, "Why? It's only you and I... and isn't the planet uninhabited?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn chuckled and nodded, "Alright, well... how does simple breadcrumbs and milk on beef sound? It doesn't take too long... and do you want to take care of the mashed potatoes?"
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--_ Indari manor Dragon'taan, The den _---
Amie walked around the den looking for her grandpa or father she was followed by a feral white wolf.
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---Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan---
"I think that would be all. So what happens now?"
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*New Berlin*
Fayam raised an eyebrow, but stored all too well what Benny just said. He realised that if he'd feed him drunk he might just get all the information he wanted.
*Coruscant*
Anna growled: "I realise that you wish to be careful with military stuff, but I don't even WANT a battleship. I'm not a warcaptain! Anyway, let's just get to somewhere safe."
(I'm not really sure how I should add to that, but what I mean with "which ions" is practically: Did they find Cl+, OH-, Al2+, NO3- or CO32-?Things like that.)
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(I can't say I know much about what you're referencing. Long story. But I know that in most sci-fi universes, an Ion Trail is how ships traveling at Light Speed or faster are tracked. There never is any specifics beyond that. Sorry.)
(EDIT: You might want to read this, quoted from a Wookiepedia page; it may explain Ion Trails a bit to you:
An ion trail was a detectable byproduct created by starship (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Starship/Legends) sublight drives (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Sublight_drive) or ion drives (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Ion_drive). It could be tracked by sensors to determine the direction a ship had traveled. Ships that were equipped with a cloaking device (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Cloaking_device/Legends) were able to mask this trail, either by dissipating it or storing engine emissions to be released at a later point.
Ion trails are used in most space sci-fi genres to various effects. Star Wars (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Star_Wars) ships can only locate a direction of travel, while Star Trek ships can sometimes identify a class of vessel or which race produced the vessel simply by the ion trail it produces.
*** New Berlin ***
"Might want to buckle down, back there - gonna hit a bit of a crosswind," The pilot warned. "We'll touch down in five."
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
"Understood. Transmitting warp vector - we'll jump to New Romulus together, on your mark," Commander Khev stated.
*** Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
"That really depends on you, doesn't it?" Makkar said as he stored the information. "Personally, I would highly advise you alert your homeland of our envoy - they'll be coming under escort. Again, I stress it's just a formality."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle walked around the corner and nearly bumped into Amie. "Whoa! Amie... you scared the bejesus outta me," Kyle said. "Something... wrong...? Who's your friend?" He asked, indicating the wolf.
Anna went alongside Fawn and began starting the mashed potatoes. "I'm gonna laugh if I suddenly find out I'm soon to be a grandma," she said to Fawn. "Drake and Amie have been contemplating it for a while."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The Unseen Assailant continued to hail the Klingon Vessel. Saraabi fiddled with her hands, waiting for an answer. If what she suspected was true... the Klingon ship would be a blessing, and also a sign of impending troubles.
*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
"I didn't say the planet was uninhabited... just the tropical rift we're headed for," Kyle said. "And that means there aren't any people there - that doesn't account for local wildlife. Flora and fauna. But... that structure, the one I saw in my vision..." Kyle sighed. "... I can't say what we'll find inside before we come to the chamber I saw - the one with the mark."
*** UNSC Allegiance, Uncharted System ***
"The Prophets betrayed the Sangheili, and the Sangheili broke away from the Covenant," Zuko said. "Thel can tell you the whole story - he orchestrated the Sangheili's independence," Zuko said.
"And speaking of dear uncle, are there any time constraints on when we must be on Sangheilios?" Luro asked.
Andrew shook his head. "None I am aware of, why?"
*** Tomahawk ***
"As we explained," Captain Dax said, "We're not sure how to classify ions like this. It's... well, we've never come across them before."
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_-- Vor'tu'ka, Dragon'taan orbit. --_
" I think we're going to need a specialist" both Nari and Krystal said over the comm system.
_-- Indari manor, the den ,Dragon'taan. --_
Amie reared back as her father bumped into her " can i keep her?" She asked
The wolf looked at Kyle, something familiar in her eyes.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Captain's Quarters **
Blaine yawned and leaned back, rapping his knuckles on the table top. "Hopefully, some time soon." He said, closing his eyes and humming a song.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn grabbed a mallet and started pounding the meat until it was tender and pancaked, he then put it into a bowl of eggs and milk, soaked it, and then put it into the breadcrumbs to then put it on a pan, along with a few others he made already, "Well, the chances are quite large that you will be."
*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
Gypsie looked out a window to the vast space, "Thank you for taking me from that planet... I needed to get away from there... constant nightmares... consulting the spirits... it what kept me going forward...", her eyes popped open, "Uhh... I never turned off my cook fire back there on the planet!... well... I hope those trees aren't flammable..."
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh, yeah?" Anna asked. "What makes you think so?"
In the den, Kyle smiled and crossed his arms. "Amie... I may be a bit tired, but I'm not dumb. Amber, if you need something from me, no need to go full-clandestine to get to me." He looked directly at the wolf. "I know those eyes."
*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
"You are quite welcome," Kyle said. "I know what it's like to be like that. And you needn't worry about the cook fire you had going - I turned it off before we left. I made the mistake of leaving something like that on, once. Lucky I was able to contain the fire to the kitchen."
"Statement: If the fire had spread any further, he'd have had his *** chewed out by Gunny. Or so he says," Hector added.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Uncharted System ***
"Why do you ask?" Zuko asked his cousin.
"I think you might want to have a look at... my base of operations," Luro stated. "So you know what you're dealing with."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
As the Unseen Assailant continued hailing the Vor'tu'ka, Saraabi tried a telepathic link with Krystal. Mother... we need to talk.
"Did you have someone specific in mind?" Markus asked over a private channel to Krystal.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn continued to cook the schnitzel, it smelling absolutely wonderful, "Well, being as I am a doctor, having dabbled in every field of health related subjects, the forgetfulness and small degree of idiocy, forgive me, that I was told by Kyle and Mathayus, I figured that Mathayus ' wife is indeed pregnant!", he then burnt his finger, popping it into the left over bowl of blood and milk and egg, it being cold enough for the burn to settle down, "Ow..."
*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
Gypsie giggled, "I almost burnt down a whole island once... well... erm... that'd a story for another day...", her body paint pulsed for a moment, despite the room being fairly lit.
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(( My bad for not really posting much, been moving furniture today ))
** UNSC Allegiance, Uncharted System **
Blaine looked up, yawning loudly. "Base of operations? What'd you exactly do after going missing?" He asked, ran his hand through his hair and refilled his glass.
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---Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan---
"Oh they already know" Shoon said and paused for a moment "So where can I find that general we spoke of earlier?"
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(I can't say I know much about what you're referencing. Long story. But I know that in most sci-fi universes, an Ion Trail is how ships traveling at Light Speed or faster are tracked. There never is any specifics beyond that. Sorry.)
(EDIT: You might want to read this, quoted from a Wookiepedia page; it may explain Ion Trails a bit to you:
An ion trail was a detectable byproduct created by starship (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Starship/Legends) sublight drives (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Sublight_drive) or ion drives (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Ion_drive). It could be tracked by sensors to determine the direction a ship had traveled. Ships that were equipped with a cloaking device (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Cloaking_device/Legends) were able to mask this trail, either by dissipating it or storing engine emissions to be released at a later point.
Ion trails are used in most space sci-fi genres to various effects. Star Wars (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Star_Wars) ships can only locate a direction of travel, while Star Trek ships can sometimes identify a class of vessel or which race produced the vessel simply by the ion trail it produces.
(Chemistry wasn't your favourite subject of study, was it? Because that meaning comes to my mind when I hear "ion"...)
*New Berlin*
Fayam said to Benny: "Well, I'd just love to speak with this 'Cerberus'. But right now I think I'd best stay seated."
*Coruscant*
Anna thought it was needed to explain something: "This ship doesn't have teleportation features. But I think you got it covered, haven't you...? Well. Let's move." To her crew she warned: "Prepare for warp."
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-guards mumbled: "Hm... It couldn't have been a Gaian ship- those leave trails of radioactive beta-minus particles. In Warp-drive they also scatter alpha particles, but only in minor quantities. It couldn't have been our Steel Leviathan either- it leaves an instable EM trail that only becomes more instable in warp mode. Chances are it vanished before you could even pick it up and determine its direction. So, we're at loss. We do not know anything about the ion trails you're referring to. In fact, all we know about ion trails as you know them in your galaxy is what you just told us."
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(Let's just say I was denied a proper education due to the inept and lazy nature of my teachers and the traumas inflicted on my by my tyrant ex-stepfather. Again, it's a long story.)
*** Tomahawk ***
Captain Dax sighed, stroking his chin as though he had a beard. "I feared as much... the ion trail was consistent with a very large fleet entering light speed, but... how could a fleet that big just disappear like that?"
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
When the Faith jumped to Warp, the Romulan and ISC Escorts would also jump, forming escort positions around her all the way to New Romulus.
*** New Berlin ***
"Well, you may be in luck; Cerberus is due to visit the base here on New Berlin in the next few days. Wouldn't say what for - he never does," Benny said.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Uncharted System ***
Luro smiled and chuckled. "It's a long story. Suffice to say, if I was to take on a Star Forge, I was going to need a fleet. And if I was to resist it's terrible power, I would need to be trained in the ways of the Force."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna went to Fawn's side. "You okay?" she asked.
"Anna, I can smell the food up here! What are you cooking?" Maria asked.
*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
"Oh. Ouch. That blows my fire accidents out of the water," Kyle said. "Still, we--"
"Alert," Gemini announced, "Approaching Belsavis. We'll be dropping out of FTL speed in five."
Kyle sighed. "We may want to gear up," he said, downing as much of his meal as he could and then gathering his equipment.
*** Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, I could not tell you off the top of my head - as I said earlier, he does a lot of traveling. But... wait..." Makkar paused, then directed a comment to the Enclave AI: "Orlen, is General Suleyk on or over Dragon'taan?"
"Affirmative, Ambassador," the AI responded. "General Suleyk just returned from Korriban. He is currently en route to the R&D Lab in the Military District."
Makkar scoffed. "And here I was thinking he'd seen the last of that dustball," he said. "I doubt he went there for the nostalgia. Regardless, Orlen, see if you can arrange for Shoon and his party to meet with the General - they have something to discuss with him."
"Affirmative, Ambassador. Mister Shoon, please head for the nearest taxi pad; a taxi will be waiting," Orlen requested.
(EDIT: Sorry Shoon - had to edit that in. Nearly forgot about you. My bad!)
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"It's a joke, dad" Amie replied "But i do have a serious question." She added "Why does drake not like to 'play' with his dragon form with me?"
Amber shook her head indicating she had nothing to say to Kyle.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Uncharted System **
"Y'all are doing it again, talking about stuff I don't know," Blaine said, taking a drink. He looked around, hearing some soldiers arguing outside. Blaine looked back to the table and finished his drink.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn took his finger out and replaced his glove back on, pressing a button on it as it applied certain pressure to nerves, making the pain barely noticable, "ngh.. It's alright... not the first time this has happened..", he returned to cooking, being more careful now.
As he heard Maria, Fawn yelled back, "Hello, madam! I'm making Schnitzel, and Anna is making White milk, mashed potatoes!", he said with a chuckle.
*** Flagship Chimera, Approaching Belsavis ***
Gypsie looked down, "Yeah....", when she heard that they were almost there to the planet, she shot up, "Well, then lets go!", she was still bare.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"It's... because he doesn't want to hurt you in his dragon form," Kyle sighed. "He still retains a bit of apprehensiveness regarding that."
"Good! I'm hungry!" Maria called down as Mathayus walked out of the room.
"Never get between a pregnant lady and her meal..." he muttered.
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis Orbit ***
"You're awfully bold to head down there... naked," Kyle said as he gathered his effects. He checked the load of his M41-A, then slung it before clipping his lightsabers to his belt and finally donning his cloak.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Uncharted System ***
"So what do you say? Follow my fleet to Odessen?" Luro asked. Andrew looked at his computer, then at Luro.
"I have no objections. Zuko?"
"None. Blaine?" Zuko asked, looking to Blaine.
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"Well maybe i'm tougher skinned than he thinks and maybe I want to have fun with a big dragon." Amie replied looking at Maria her aunt rush into the kitchen. "Well i'm gonna get something to eat then go train in a holosuite."Amie said running after her Aunt "Pregant lady with twins coming through!"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna stopped immediately when she heard Amie's comment. "Excuse me?" she asked in shock. "Did I hear that right?"
"I'll admit, I am a bit taken aback - since when were you pregnant, Amie?" Kyle agreed.
"I figured you were aware it was gonna happen, dad," Drake said, walking out of his room. "We'd been talking about it for months."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Honey, I think someone is trying to get your attention," Markus told Krystal. One of the consoles would still be beeping softly with an incoming hail from the Unseen Assailant.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown System **
"Well, I've been outvoted haven't I?" Blaine smirked, "I don't mind at all." He lit a cigarette and turned to Andrew. "So since we're all here, is there any other major players in the galaxy? The ones not in UNSC space?" Blaine asked, he felt like he somewhat needed to know more about what he had been blind to.
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(STUPIDFORUM
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
" i got pregnant when Drake and I mated coming back from that trip to Clan Wolf.Amie explained. "It was later when we found out we're having twins...NOW GIMME FOOD!" Amie jokinly sounded angry like her Aunt.
--_ Vor"Tu 'Ka_--
"Huh? Oh! Krystal said having dozed off since Nari handled everything, quickly opening the comm.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn chuckled, "Well, it's almost done!", Fawn then looked back as the others gathered, so he turned off the burner and took out his scanner and pressed it against Amie's belly, "Alive and kicking.", he replaced his scanner and extended a hand, "Hello my dear, my name is Fawn."
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis Orbit ***
"I'm used to it... I mean... I do live in the forest... used to... and I really didn't have a need to wear clothing...", she looked at HK, "What's the life readings below? Any sentient creatures, bipedal, below?"
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" I"ll be fair and warn you."Amie sighed appearing to be mad for real "nobody touches my belly ther but my family and my docto, no offense but I do not want to loose these two to anything." AMie finsihed breathing heavy to calm down.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Easy, Amie - he's new here. He helped us with little Razuel," Anna said. "And Fawn... try not to offend her. Drake is especially protective of her, now more than before."
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis Orbit ***
"Answer: As was stated before, the Tropical Rift we are headed for is devoid of sentient life; the same cannot be said for the other parts of Belsavis," Hector replied.
"To be honest, Belsavis is the Imperial Alliance's prison planet; it was used for that same purpose millennia ago by the Rakatan Infinite Empire. Until I had that vision, I was unclear as to why... well, whywe were directed here," Kyle sighed. "Which is why I was hoping you would wear something. The wilds of Belsavis are not the safest place to be... and that structure is no exception."
*** UNSC Allegiance, Uncharted System ***
"Knowledge is Power - who do you want to know about - enemies or allies?" Andrew asked.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Finally!" Saraabi irritatedly said. "Been trying to raise you for half an hour!" She sighed, recomposed herself, then asked, "Have you looked at the cloaking device on board?"
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** UNSC Allegiance, Captain's Quarters **
"Well, it's always best to start with good news so let's start with allies," Blaine said, taking a drag off his cigarette.
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((Alex, do you wanna go back to the section with Felicity and Amps?))
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn stepped back, "Sorry... I'm rusty at interaction after being in a barn for 3 years... I'll just... yeah...", he returned to the food and continued to cook it.
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis Orbit ***
Gypsie shrugged, "I'll be fine... besides, I can cover myself with my tails iif there is anyone down there.", she shuddered for a moment at the word 'jail' rang through her head.
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(Not yet I'm kinda limited wt the momeng)
Amie crossed her arms over her chest waiting
--=Vor'Tu 'Ka =---
"Sorry Hun' we have things covered here we'll have to bring the ship into drydock to get to the clocking devse all infrmation on it is locked and we can't seem to acess it physcally." Krystal explained.
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---Draco City Government Enclave, Dragon'taan---
"Very well, thank you for your help" Shoon bowed and left.
Shoon walked outside with his party, stopping after the entrance to look around. After spotting a Taxi pad they walked towards it stopping at its edge.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
In seconds, a taxi would land before Shoon and his entourage, waiting for them to get in. Computers would indicate the fare had already been paid.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake walked behind his wife and wrapped his arms around her. "Take it easy, baby," he whispered in her ear. "It won't do the babies any good if you're mad all the time."
"Dinner will be done shortly - and both our pregnant ladies will have first pick," Anna announced.
Heavy footfalls were heard as an aged, light-brown scaled dragon walked in from a part of the manor that went underground. "Okay, who's having babies?" the dragon asked, his voice sounding like a heavily-accented Scotsman. Kyle indicated him and spoke to Fawn,
"Fawn... meet my father, Draco. Draco, this is Doctor Fawn. He helped us with a sick dragling and brought to our attention the crimes of Sergeant Major Reece."
"Oh, his crimes finally bit him in the ***, did they?" Draco chuckled.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"If you come across anything Tal Shiar or Borg... or both... alert me. I think that there may be an Adapted Tal Shiar Cloaking Device installed aboard - it's the only way to explain how that ship got this deep into DMC Territory undetected. If you want, I can send some of my techs over and take a look," Saraabi offered.
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis Orbit ***
Kyle looked to Gypsie. "At some point, we might want to get you a deployable suit of armor... or at least an energy shield," he said. "Regardless, gear up - I'll be on the bridge." As Kyle left, Hector remained behind.
"Observation: Master seems... unusually adamant over keeping you safe. Strange... he has never been so ardent over anyone," he said.
On the bridge, Kyle spoke to Gemini: "Gemini, engage the cloaking device and set a course for that rift... and try not to make it look obvious. Stealth approach."
"Aye, sir," the AI answered. Outside the ship, the Chimera would seemingly shimmer and vanish. Inside, nothing changed aside from the lights going dim, as was standard when engaging a cloaking device.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Captain's Quarters ***
"Where to begin...?" Andrew sighed. "I know you are well aware of the Sangheili. They are close allies of the UNSC, and of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps, the DMC. Zuko and I serve as official Liaisons between the three. Then, there's the United Alliance Coalition, also out of Dragon'taan and New Cerinia, headed up by Lord-Admiral Markus Tokarev; then, the New Cerinia Command, out of New Cerinia, headed by General Krystal Indari-Tokarev; then, the Lylat Federation, out of Corneria... can't really remember the name of the guy who heads it up presently; the United Imperial Alliance - politically led by Supreme Chancellor Mon Mothma, but the armed forces are led by Lord Anakin Skywalker and his son, Luke, all of whom operate out of Coruscant; then our allies in the Romulan Republic, out of New Romulus, led by President D'Tan, ever since the destruction of Romulus in the Hobus Supernova; the Klingon Empire, out of Qo'nos, lead by Chancellor J'mpok; and I recently heard news that the United Federation of Planets, the Interstellar Concordium, the Lyran Alliance, and the Mirak Star League are joining us. So yeah, we have the largest known alliance in the galaxy."
Luro grunted softly, bringing his hand to his head as he closed his eyes.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Uncharted System **
Blaine blinked and sat for a moment, "Alright, that's a lot of names. What about our enemies? Apart from the dead ones, that is." He asked, looking down at his digital watch. He had been recording since Andrew started and he was happy he did, because he had already forgotten half of the names.
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_--Indari Manor--_
" Who said I was mad?"Amie asked, playfully smacking her husband's arms and hands where they touched her lower belly."You know how touchy I am there." She added.
A white dog entered the kitchen "Amie , honey your not even a week pregnant and your already claiming 'crazy pregnant lady'?" Fay, Amie's doctor chuckled, as she stepped into the kitchen.
==- Vor'Tu'Ka -==
"If you think they can tolerate Nari and Serena." Krystal replied to her daughter, another one walking onto the bridge wearing a Klingon uniform. "Is it me daddy?"She asked a bat'leth hanging across her back.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn turned around when he heard the foot steps and under his helmet he went pale, "H-hi there! I-I'm Fawn Doctor... Er... Doctor Fawn... Sorry... I haven't been in contact with much people in a while... and I'm still getting used to interaction...", he picked up a piece of the schnitzel and offered it to Drake, "W-wanna a taste?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis Orbit ***
Gypsie watched as Kyle left the room, she then looked towards Hector, "I think I know why...", she looked at her clothing resting on the bed and replaced it onto herself, along with her pouch of darts and herbs and seeds, she then started out the door, catching the last bit of Kyle's conversation, "Stealth? Why do we have to be stealthy?", she said to Hector
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Relax, doctor - you could say I'm retired," Draco assured Fawn. "Even eternal, I spend my days here, with my loving wife and my children and grandchildren. Seriously, though - who's having babies? I could swear I heard mention of that."
Drake tried the schnitzel, and made an impressed expression. "Nice. Honey, you might want to try some of this."
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis Orbit ***
"We dropped out of light speed far enough away that they didn't detect us - but we don't want them to know we're here. Tondam Corporation has a lot of friends out there, and so does those mercenary goons you encountered back on Tau Dewa - Talon Company. The worst ones we need to keep an eye out for are the Spetsnaz Brotherhood," Kyle explained. "Regardless, we don't need word getting out we're here. Imperial Alliance might ask us some pointed question, but I really don't need to be in their database again."
"Especially after last time," Gemini scoffed.
*** IKS Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Technical teams were beamed over as Saraabi sighed in irritation and Markus requested, "Krystal... honey... tell me you didn't take Celina along for that boarding action..."
*** UNSC Allegiance, Captain's Quarters ***
"Our enemies... well, the most troublesome is Zaarin's Empire, headed up by now-Emperor Demitrius Zaarin; next is the Covenant Remnant, whatever's left of them; then whatever remains of the rebel factions in UNSC Space; after that, the Romulan Star Empire under Empress Sela and their Tal Shiar Counterparts under what we believe is Admiral Arai; you took down Nazar, so he's off the list; we also have criminal and pirate organizations that vary from one territory to the next, and from what I heard on DMC Channels, some unidentified transmissions coming from somewhere in the galaxy. Take your pick."
Zuko noticed his cousin's demeanor, and asked, "Luro, are you alright?"
Luro breathed calmly, but shuddered slightly. "There... is a disturbance in the Force..." he said.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Uncharted System **
Blaine looked to Luro and asked, "A disturbance? And what the hell is this Force?" He had directed the last question to Zuko and Andrew.
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___ INadri Manor ___
" Ehy didn't you let me taste it first?"Amie askd turning to her grandfather, Draco.:You tell him Drake.."
== Vor'Tu'Ka ==
"Actyualy i snuck on board with mom."
"Common, honey honety we don't live in a safe world she's going to have to learn to fight someday she's gowing up, i mean just look at those b-feminie features of hers" Krystal added on.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn's nerves wouldn't settle fully, but he simply nodded, "Th-thanks...", he then cut a piece of schnitzel and put the cubes onto a plate and put it on the counter as samples.
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis Orbit ***
Gypsie figured she'd ask him later about what Gemini said, "I've dealt with worse... plus, I snagged this thing from one of the people's pockets... I thought it was candy... but it's crunchy... I think I broke it though...", Gypsie pulled out a mint-shaped tracking device, but it was broken and inoperable, "What is it?"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake chuckled. "Amie and I are having twins," he said with evident pride.
In a sing-song tone, Anna teased, "Drake's-gonna-be-a-daddy!"
"I could say the same about you and Kyle being grandparents," Draco chuckled.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Her feminine features aren't the only new development," Markus said. "And don't think I don't know how you look at Gideon, young lady."
"Can we please FOCUS!!" Saraabi demanded, more irritated than before.
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis Orbit ***
"So have I, if you remember my... well, what I told you of LV-426," Kyle said. "Though even that pales in comparison to the massacre that was..." Kyle sighed before saying, "... Order 66."
"Descending through Belsavis' atmosphere - hang on to something; the ride might get bumpy," Gemini announced.
"Observation: The Imperial Alliance forces have yet to make any kind of reaction to our presence. I would reason that they remain unaware," Hector stated.
Kyle noticed the device Gypsie showed him. "That... looks like a tracking device, but it's busted beyond repair; good thing you didn't swallow it whole. Then our enemies could track us even while the Chimera is cloaked."
*** UNSC Allegiance, Captain's Quarters ***
"We're not the people to ask about the Force and what it is," Andrew said, "But I do know that a disturbance in the Force is usually triggered by a major event unfolding somewhere, though it's almost never clear what or where."
Luro's eyes slowly opened. "We must get to Sangheilios," he said. "Though Uncle Thel will be pleased to see me, he must be warned."
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** UNSC Allegiance, Uncharted System **
"Well, I guess we should get to the bridge then. I'll get moving," Blaine said, standing up and fixing his leg holster. He finished what was in his glass and began walking to the bridge helm.
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=-- Vor'Tu'Ka --=.
"Young lady don't snap at me like that!" krystal said to Saraabi. " You will report to my office at the clnic later tnoight at 18:00 sharp!"
_-Indari Manor-_
"Can we eat yet?" Amie asked stomach grumbling with the sound of three.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn took a few pieces of schnitzel and put them in a small bowl, "Just wondering... who's the main person that's looking after that little dragling?", he of course meant Raz, "Because I think it would benefit him if he were to be with someone more closer to his anatomy...", he then looked at Drake, "C-could you maybe be that someone? I mean... from what I could tell, that dragling hasn't used his wings at all... also, why did he have scars? I mean, they were small, but they looked like whippings...", Fawn finished with a curious but concerned tone
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis Orbit ***
Gypsie nodded and put a hand on his shoulder, "I know... you don't need to talk about it..."
She then put the broken tracker into her pouch and went on all fours as the ship shook, her claws on both her hands and feet gripping onto the floor, securing herself firmly, "I don't like the shaking!", Wyldecats don't like unexpected movements very much.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I could look after him, sure," Drake responded. "Where is he?"
"That's the way we found him - in an illegal black market auction," Anna said. "He was in bad shape. Maria patched him up, but she doesn't know all that much about the care of young draglings - she's only ever dealt with the adults."
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis ***
The shaking and shuddering of the ship didn't last long, and the view became beautiful as they approached the tropical rift - an oasis of lush green in a cold sea of white. The sunlight reflected off the snow was enough to cause the bridge systems to darken the window ports to protect Kyle and Gypsie's eyes.
"Even so... Order 66 and what happened when it came down is why I generally try to stay away from Coruscant," Kyle sighed. "The holonet says Vader has changed, gone back to being Anakin Skywalker... but I don't believe it."
"There are a lot of things the Holonet says you refuse to believe, Kyle," Gemini commented.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Punish later, examine and find answers first," Saraabi growled. "I want to know how the hell that ship got this far without being detected. If what I suspect is true..."
*** UNSC Allegiance ***
Andrew, Zuko and Luro walked onto the bridge, Luro contacting his fleet and ordering it to follow the Allegiance as Andrew spoke to his crew: "Helm, plot a course for Sangheilios - best possible speed."
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_--Indari Manor--_
"Didn't aunt Krystal help some too?"Amie asked her stomach growling with the force of three again.
==-Dragon'taan orbit , Vor'Tu'Ka -==
"I said, later.."Krystal sreplied shakign her head. "I'm sure we'll find out soon what Torg was up to but getting this close was a bold move"
"Well daddy is it me?"Celina asked again.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Uncharted System **
Blaine sat down at a terminal and looked over statuses, not focusing on anything specific. He quietly watched the crew work, changing the ship's course. "So what are we warning the Arbiter, erm, I mean Thel?" He asked Luro.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn smiled, "Sounds good! I will teach you how to deal with his species though as they are quite rare...", Fawn then looked quite sad, "Black Market?... I can only imagine what the little guy has been through... Well.. Food is ready, so grab what you will! Now, to make the de-", suddenly, from where Raz had been put, he started to cry in his sleep, it wasn't loud, but more so small chirps of sadness, Fawn looked around, "DOn't worry about that... draglings of his species tend to have reflections on their past... normally they are pleasant, but sometimes they ar... oh no! Quick, someone go comfort him! With what you told me, he's going to relive each minute of his past in every 10 seconds...", Fawn's face was quite worried, and as someone were to go to him, Fawn would yell, "No blankets, he needs to be able to toss and turn... Drake, could you provide a protective curl? Y'know, like a mother would to their nest?... er... sorry if that isn't what you do... but it would help him..."
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis ***
Gypsie was still shaking even after the ship had stopped shaking, so much that she had enveloped herself in her tails, covering her face and hands
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A few seconds after Fawn mentioned the dragonling, he began to float in the air being gently rocked back and forth in a comforting manor, a soothing humm coming from somewhere very close to him ,a small bubble near him devoid of the force as if it had been drained from the area near him.
Amie more hungry than anything , started to get her food getting a lot more than she usually did.
Amber still in Wolf form looked up at the dragonling with a look of confusion over her feral muzzle...
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--- Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Well, that's awfully convenient isn't it?" Said a party member before anybody else could. Nodding in agreement they all went in the Taxi.
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***Indari Manor , Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked confused as Raz went quiet, or at least much more quiet mere seconds after he mentioned the dragling, "That's odd... None of you left to... hmm.. Well, it sounds like he's settled now.", he looked at Amie and chuckled, "Someone was certainly hungry."
As Raz had grown quiet, he wasn't fully settled as he softly whimpered from what he was seeing in his flashbacks.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
As Amie and Maria got their plates, Drake went to Raz and aided in soothing him, using the Force to try and calm his mind.
As the pregnant women of the house went to get food, Anna said to Fawn, "Considering their current condition... can you blame them?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Once Shoon and his party were on board, the Taxi would head for the military district, stopping there on a Taxi Pad adjacent to the R&D Lab. Nearby, a man in gray robes with a lightsaber clipped to his belt was walking toward the lab.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Yes, Celina, it's you - though I wonder where you got the Klingon suit..." Markus said. "And for that matter, the Bat'leth."
*** UNSC Allegiance ***
"We must warn him that something else is stirring in this galaxy - what it is, I cannot say," Luro responded as the Allegiance made the jump into slipspace. "But it must be great indeed to cause such a tremor in the Force."
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis Tropical Rift ***
The Chimera stopped shuddering, and settled over the uninhabited tropical rift, where Kyle turned to Gypsie. "We can teleport down, or fly down - your choice," he said.
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"Drake the force doesn't work near me." Nari a silver vixen said uncloaking, holding Raz in her arms stroking the Dragon's head gently.
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Shoon and his party got out of the taxi and looked at each other as they heard Shoon in their head "I know you enjoyed this trip around town, but I don't require such an escort anymore. I will see you back on the ship" He could hear voices of complaint and then quiet as all but 2 vanished into thin air in a small flash of light and heat. all that was left are a short brown one and a gray one similar to Shoon in color.
They advanced into the building.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn chuckled to Anna, "Not really... heh... just imagine a Golden Lab holding Great Dane pups... damn do they eat!", Fawn gave out a laugh, but soon made a disgust as he finally smelt his own body odor, "Is there a shower that I can use... and something to clean my suit?... it's not the best of smelling in here..."
Raz curled up in Nari's arms, slightly cold to the touch, and as his head was stroked, his dull black scales flaked off as shiny ebony ones soon replaced them, along with the rest of his body. Raz calmed down from the joined effort of the two.
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis Tropical Rift ***
Gypsie saw Kyle approach and latched onto him, hugging his whole torso, "No flying... L-lets teleport down...", she shook on him, still shaken from the previous sudden movements.
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*** Belsavis Tropical Rift ***
Kyle smiled, holding onto Gypsie. "Fair enough. Piece of advice - close your eyes. It makes the transporter experience a lot less nauseating for those doing it for the first time. You have everything you want to take with you?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna smiled and motioned her head behind her. "Second floor, middle door up there between Mathayus' and the vacant room... which will likely become the room of Mathayus and Maria's child," she said. "Feel free to use the shower."
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Just inside would be a man in decorated robes with pronounced shoulder pauldrons, speaking to a young Kaleesh. The Kaleesh motioned his head to Shoon and muttered something, and the man turned around. He approached them, and spoke, "General Vokun Suleyk, Dragon'taan Marauder Corps. I assume you are Commander Shoon?" he offered a hand to shake.
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__--Indari Manor--__
Nari gently set Raz down into his bed her eyes locking with Drake's " Where's your father I have a message for him." the silver vixen asked.
Amie took her food to a table sat down and almost literally began to chow down on it.
The white spaniel, Fay started to get her food now that Maria and Amie had their food. "So you a doctor?" she asked Fawn.
__-- Vor'Tu'Ka--___
Celina not acting her age, took the Bat'leth off her back and played around with it. "The armory."She answered her father, sticking the end of the Bat'leth into one of the Klingon's, laying face first against the wall. back a hissing and then slightly loude sound like that of tape being taken off coming from the Klingon as the 'suit' opened a red skinned alien falling out with a sort of splat to the floor. "DAD, MOM!" Celina screamed, having never been in a real battle, yet.
Krystal hearing her daughter got up from the command chair and ran to Celina's side setting a hand on the young tigress' shoulder, grabbing what appeared to be a walkie talkie from her belt. "Sarrabi, got any xenobiologist on board send them over, they'll want to see this." she said into the mobile comm devise
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*** Belsavis Tropical Rift ***
Gypsie closed her eyes and held onto Kyle, "I have everything... I-I just want out of this thing!"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn smiled and walked off, "Thank you...", he looked back as he reached the stairs, "Anybody have some clothing I can wear temporarily while my suit is cleaned?... I don't really have any other clothing..."
Raz quietly groaned as he was set down back on the bed.
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(Mind if I join? Im kinda new to RP...)
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(Go ahead some of the common locations are on the the first page , but you can start wherever you want, welcome to the universe).
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(Certainly. I have no objections. To everyone else, I'll make my next post when my head stops feeling like it's gonna explode...)
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--- DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ---
Shoon and the others bowed as per tradition "Yes, it is I. And you are the general I was spoken to about?"
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(Name: Ronnie Platts
Species: Fox, red fur
Age: 24
Gender: Male
Attire: Blue t-shirt, black jeans, brown leather boots, wrist computer remotely hooked into ship AI.
Weapons: Colt .45 pistol.
Short bio: Worked on Earth as a ship mechanic most of his life. After his father passed away, the only family he had left, he inherited a fairly large sum of money. He then decided to explore the galaxy in order to and cope with his loss, and has since been to many different planets in the galaxy.
Ship: Delta Flyer class shuttlecraft http://imgur.com/veJ8Hyt (http://imgur.com/veJ8Hyt) )
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
A small shuttlecraft dropped out of warp in a standard orbit, immediately contacting orbital control
"Dragon'taan orbital control, this is Ronnie Platts of the shuttlecraft Ilithian requestion permission to land."
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Copy, Shuttlecraft Ilithian, You are cleared for landing - landing bay Two-Alpha. Transmitting approach vector now. Welcome to Dragon'taan," came the response.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Indeed," Vokun responded. "Orlen contacted me shortly before you arrived - said you had some advances in Neurotransmission technology that I would want to see?"
*** IKS Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Saraabi sent over a team of Xenobiologists - two Fennecs and a Romulan, who all examined the creature Celina had discovered. "What the hell is that thing?" one of the Fennecs asked.
"You got me," the other answered.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah - I got it," Drake responded. "I got some clothes you can wear." he got up and headed for his room, coming back with what seemed a tropical-styled shirt and some pants. "Will these work?" he asked Fawn.
*** Belsavis Tropical Rift ***
"Gemini, prep a site-to-site transport for Gypsie and I - put us down in the rift, and keep us informed of anything you can detect," Kyle commanded.
"Aye, sir - ready to transport," Gemini said.
Kyle paused to load his M41-A. "Energize." There would be a flash of red light, and the two would be deposited on the ground in the tropical rift. "Hnh... greener than I expected," Kyle commented. He looked around, asking, "Gypsie, you see any structures overgrown with foliage and shrubbery?"
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Ronnie entered the landing coordinates and approach vector into the autopilot interface.
"Computer, initiate landing sequence" he said as he left the cockpit.
A few minutes later, the shuttlecraft touched down, and Ronnie stepped outside through the aft hatch as service robots refueled the ship.
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Amie having finished her meal , got up from the table, put her dishes in the sink then headed out of the kitchen then down the hallway to one of the holo suites, setting up a particular program for training before she entered.
As the simluation came up amy was in her Delphyne Protomech (http://rs182.pbsrc.com/albums/x120/Wolf-Pack/Battletech/FM_Delphyne.jpg?w=480&h=480&fit=clip) in an urban setting. the large bipedal dragon came to life tail wagging and wing's flapping. "Enemy contact sigma, tie crawlers and scout walkers coming your way star commander!" said one of Amie's computer generated squad mates. Amie getting to work using the sensors and camera's to find the location of the enemy her protomech growling as it sensed the enemy as if the large mechanical dragon were alive.
--_Dragon'taan space port__--
As Ronnie waked out of the dock he would see many creatueres walking about the city large tehcnologically advanced buildings and unusually lush foliage dominated the landscape, air full of the sounds of talking and spacecraft landing, of particular notice was a silver vixen, in armor speaking to a Clone commando with green markings a white digitigrade vixen next to the silver vixen also in armor.
=--IKS Vor'Tu'Ka --=
Celina looked over the alien, it's eyes begining to open half closed due to being weakened, it's irisless eyes reflecting it's background "Uhh guys!"Celina said pointing to the alien "I think it's still alive!" She growled hand reaching to the disruptor on her belt.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn shrugged, "A bit big, but they'll do... I'll be back in a while.", Fawn then went to the shower, exiting his suit after turning on the bathroom fan and letting his suit fall to the ground and entering the shower, letting out a long and happy sigh as he had missed this feeling of clean water running down his fur, "God, I missed this!", he exclaimed loudly.
*** Belsavis Tropical Rift ***
Gypsie closed her eyes until she felt the fresh air blow against her, so she came off of Kyle and looked around, pointing into the tropical forest, "I see something covered in vines... I think... could be a cliff wall.."
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(Anyone know what happened to Blaine?)
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Someone's happy," Drake commented. He downed a bite of his meal and stood up. "I'll go check on Raz - be right back." He left, went upstairs, hooked a right, and went to the Master Bedroom where Kyle and Anna slept, and looked in on Raz.
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport, Docking Bay 2A ***
A greeter droid approached Ronnie. "Greetings!" the droid said, "Welcome to Dragon'taan, Home of the Dragon-Shifters and Heart of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps! May I be of assistance?"
*** Belsavis Tropical Rift ***
Kyle took out a pair of macrobinoculars and peered at what Gypsie indicated. "Yep - that's it. The structure from my vision. Strange... now that I look at it, it... looks like a Temple, but somehow... it seems..." his voice trailed off.
*** IKS Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Some security personnel from the teams beamed over from the Unseen Assailant all drew weapons. "General Krystal," one of them spoke, "You ever seen anything like this?" he indicated the alien.
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___--- Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan orbit.---___
"Saw something similar in a movie from earth."Krystal said wasting no time, drawling one of her Barracuda heavy blaster pistols and shooting at the alien something, catching her eye before she shot, alien screaming a high pitch scream as it died. "I know those thought patterns anywhere." She added. "I want all the Klingon's on board checked for these aliens, dead or not I do not want one of these things getting any closer to Dragon'taan! If you find them kill them and bring the bodies and their bio suits for study!" The blue vixen ordered, turning to Celina with a serious look.
Celina's ears drooped seeing her mother's look. "How did you open that suit?" the blue vixen asked, no anger in her voice, as she kicked the alien aside away from it's bio suit the tendril like arms that were reaching near Celina sliding across the floor with the dead aliens body.
"I just poked it in the back,"Celina explaine showing her mother where.
===---- Indari Manor, Holosuit 2 ----===
A Tie Crawler and an AT-ST walker poked out of the alleyways and into the streets in clear view of Amie.
Reacting quickly Amie's Delphyne fire a pulsing laser at the walker's leg slicing it in half the walker falling to it's side and exploding, arm aiming at the Tie Crawler missles launched from the arm mounted launcher of the protomech, the Tank like TIE exploding in flames. :" Targets elminated, status!"Amie called over the simulated comm
"Point 2, Spotted more Scout walkers heading into the city, at least a squad worth."
"Point 3, Assault transports in the plains at the east of the city escorted by more Crawlers!"
Amie's simulated squad reported.
"Least we don't have to deal with Tie's , point 4 assist point 3 and destroy any crawlers that enter the city, Point 5 assist point 3 in thinning out those scout walkers!" Amie ordered her squad, lights showing up on her comm view indicating a sillent 'affirmative'
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Ronnie looked a bit surprised at the droid, having not noticed it approaching him.
"Assistance? Ehm... well you could point me towards the military district... Oh and is there a chance I could get a map of the city transferred to my wrist computer?" Ronnie asked the droid, while looking up at the big manor in the distance.
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--- DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ---
"Yes. We believe that we have the solution to your research. Fully functioning neuro-transmitters and all of the other technology and gadgets surrounding them"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
As Drake walked inside, the light from the hallway would cast onto Raz, allowing his scales to give off a shine from his new and stronger scales, also from the light, Raz started to stir, opening his eyes lazily before stretching, his wings and overall body visibly growing slightly, but he was still small enough to cradle.
Raz slowly sat up, his eyes lightly glowing in the dark with his soulstone, but his eyes being solid. Raz laid back down, groaning, but didn't fall asleep, his body aching from the sudden growing
*** Belsavis Tropical Rift ***
Gypsie clutched onto Kyle's hand and smiled at him, "Well, then lets go see!", she then crouched down and as her body paint pulsed, he legs grew more beefy and then she started to run towards it.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake walked inside and shut the door, and knelt next to Raz. "You okay, little guy? Need anything in here?" he asked quietly.
*** Belsavis Tropical Rift ***
"Gypsie, wait!" Kyle called after his friend. "We can't just charge in there! There may be guardian droids in there!"
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Indeed?" Vokun responded. "If that is so, we may be able to adapt it to the Borg tech we have salvaged over the last few months. Have you countered or compensated for the side-effects of such technology?"
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"The military district is some ways from here, sir, and would take a very long time to reach on foot," the greeter droid explained. "But, fortunately, Dragon'taan has a Taxi system that spans the entirety of Draco City! You could be in the Military District in very little time!"
It was then that a young male Tiger dressed in Grey Jedi Robes with a lightsaber clipped to his belt happened by, and overheard the conversation. He spoke to Ronnie, "If you need a lift to the Military District, I have a Jeep nearby. It's not fancy, but fires right up and gets me and my girlfriend from one place to the next. I was actually headed that direction, anyway."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Honey, you wanna explain to me what the hell's going on?" Markus asked over the Comm.
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--_ Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan _--
"Oh just a hiccup to the original plans, hun everything is handled, you could just come down here and look though." Krystal replied.
--- Indari Manor, Holosuit 2 ---
Amie's Delpyne had destroyed 2 more AT-ST walkers, the young vixen looking at her sensors to find more targets. "Agh! P-pause program! Amie growled holding onto her stomach and lurched over from the pain, whimpering as she sat there in a bit of pain... not even remebering to call out to her husband, though she hoped the 'disturbance' in the force would be picked up by Drake.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz looked at Drake sleepily, making some weak movements towards him, wanting to be picked up as he was feeling a bit cold right now.
Fawn came downstairs after his shower, his body still steaming from the hot shower, only wearing shorts, "Drake? That shirt somehow didn't fit m- Oh... sorry all.. Is there somewhere I can send my suit to get an intensive cleaning?", Fawn had quite the 6-pack on him, being chisled and looking quite hard, clearly the picture image of any football U player in any movie.
Fawn looked around, "Is the food good at least?"
*** Belsavis Tropical Rift ***
Gypsie stopped and set Kyle down, pointing at a pile of rusted metal, "Are these them? IF so, I think they've been dead for a long time now..."
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(Oh... I didn't mean to stir up painful memories. If I did, I'm sorry.)
*New Berlin*
Fayam raised an eyebrow. Slowly he said: "Interesting... He's a mysterious one, isn't he?"
*Coruscant*
Anna had the ship set to normal mode and activated warp. Instantly it shot away like a bullet. During the warp Anna seemed to think of a plan. She asked to nobody in particular: "Does anyone have any idea how I can get tens of millions, if not a few billions worth of cash on my hand?" The copilot stared incredulously at her. He replied: "What'd you need that money for?" Anna anwered mysteriously: "Oh... Something." An evil smile spread across her face, which worried the copilot.
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-guards sighed: "We have no clue. Unless you were following a trail left by Borg or Tal Shiar ships, we can't assist you. There were absolutely no other big groups in the victinity. You didn't seem to have spotted a Gaian trail either, so... Yeah... You get it." In the meantime an angry Hor'kuu entered the room with Omega and Farrar. He was still brooding over the betrayal. And in Leviathan culture, betrayal was one of the worst things one could do. Farrar asked carefully: "How's your, uh... project coming along?"
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_-- Dragon'taan orbit --_
An odd site popped out of hyperspace in orbit, an old Y-wing fighter (http://www.hishgraphics.com/blog/images/y-wing01.jpg) with it's armor panels still on and 4 engines 2 on each side instead of one.
"Twilight star to Dragon'taan control. Requesting a vector to the nearest open dock." Came the voice of the pilot a blue tiger, his sister also a blue tiger in the gunner seat. "Ugh hyperspace jumps always upset my stomach..." Tanya, the female blue tiger said holding her stomach taking her hands off the remote controls for the turret.
"Let's just hope the order didn't get wind of our 'defection' Many of the Jedi in the order think joining the DMC is akin to the Dark side."Tony, the male replied.
"Like that one master who had to be put down by his apprentice?" Tanya asked. "Yes, exactly I'd rather not deal with the jedi who thought like him."Tony responded.
_== Drakona residence ==_
A knock came to the door of the Drakona residence, the force oddly void in the area outside the door.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Copy, Twilight - are you looking for planetside or orbital docking?" responded Traffic Control.
*** IKS Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Markus beamed to the bridge and approached Krystal. "Alright, honey - what am I looking at?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake sensed Amy's pain, and immediately rushed off to find his wife.
Seeing this, Anna went up to the master bedroom to cradle Raz.
Kyle looked to Fawn. "It's actually very good," he said. "Very well-cooked. Where'd you learn to cook it?"
Mathayus answered Fawn's other question: "We have a high-efficiency washer and dryer down the hall there," he pointed to a hallway just off Drake's room on the ground floor.
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Viktor was the first to answer the door as Kabier fed Tyber. "Hello - can I help you?" he asked the one who'd knocked.
*** New Berlin ***
"Indeed - loves speaking in Riddles. A hard man to figure out... but I can't deny the man gets results," Benny said. "He hasn't had us going on the offensive, yet, but he's expertly kept the antsy men calm and gathered a number of allies."
The shuttle shuddered as it began a descent onto a landing pad stuck out from a canyon wall. There was a noticable jolt as the craft landed, and then de-cloaked as the landing pad retracted into the canyon wall. The boarding ramp lowered, and Benny began getting unstrapped. "Welcome to Base Alpha," he told Fayam.
*** In-Transit to New Romulus ***
"Commander Khev to Captain Anna - do you still have the files you retrieved from the Transwarp Hub you raided?" Commander Khev asked over a coded channel. "Specifically anything regarding Admiral Arai?"
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
"Indeed... Whatever it was, we'd like to stay in orbit, just in case whoever it was we were tracking suddenly shows up," Captain Dax said.
*** Belsavis, Tropical Rift ***
The color drained from Kyle's face when he saw the droid, and he immediately jerked out the magazine in his M41-A and hit the red button - which then replaced his 10x28mm Explosive-Tip Caseless rounds with the even deadlier 10x28mm Depleted-Uranium Shards. He loaded the magazine in and cocked the weapon. He then went over to and tried to jerk Gypsie down to cover. "Gemini, Hector - either of you picking up any signs of CIS Remnant activity?"
"Answer: Negative, master - scope is clear," Hector answered.
"I am picking up a strange field surrounding the rift," Gemini added. "The field is consistent with CIS technology. But I thought the CIS had disbanded after the Rise of the Empire."
"Guess Vader missed a few - keep at it. Out," Kyle said. He tapped Gypsie and pointed to the droid. "That's not a Rakatan droid - that's a CIS B1 Battle Droid... or what's left of one. Keep your eyes peeled, and stay close to me - I doubt the CIS remnant - or whoever is controlling these droids - are here hiding."
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__> Indari Manor ,holosuit 2 <__
Amie was lurched over in pain in a chair in the holosuite, simulation paused.
_< Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan orbit >_
Krystal stepped aside allowing Markus to see the red skinned alien. "I'm going to move the ship into a containment dock until we can figure out what in the name of Draco's breath is going on, on this ship, besides I need a break." Krystal almost complained.
}--- Dragon'taan orbit --{
"Land based dock, please, we need to streach out legs." Tony replied to the control tower.
{__ Drakona resisdence__}
The silver vixen looked over Viktor. "Are you Viktor Drakona? husband of Kabby?"Nari asked, Fixel her green furred sister in Katarn mark VI clone commando armor standing beside her. "I'm almost off duty and Krystal wanted me to check up on your family, specifcally your son and wife." Nari explained Elbowing her sister who was fooling with her DC-17m.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn smiled, "I'm glad you like my cooking! Anyway, since I was such a good medic, they let me have longer leaves, so I got in contact with a master chef, and I mean this guy cooks the most dangerous things, so for a week, he taught me how to prepare and make even the most terrible of food edible... he even taught me how to make Fugu-Salmon rolls, absolutely tasty!", he then turned to grab his suit and went to the laundry room, looking at the machines, "Uhhh... can someone help me? I've forgotten how to use these..."
Raz watched as Drake ran off, he then latched onto Anna as she picked him up, Raz snuggling into her, his body a bit cold still.
*** Belsavis, Tropical Rift ***
Gypsie watched Kyle, concerned at how fast he was going, "But... wouldn't the droids have corroded by now? OR at least run out of power in the slightest?"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle chuckled, downed a bite, and went to help Fawn. "You've been away from society for a long time, haven't you? Have you any idea what's been transpiring on the galactic scale?"
Drake went to his wife and reached out to comfort her, asking, "Amie, what's wrong? Are you okay?"
Anna continued to cradle Raz, letting her own body warm him.
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, in that case, please - come in," Viktor said, stepping aside. Any particular reason Krystal sent you to check on us?"
"Honey - Tyber's growing teeth," Kabier called out from another room.
"Is he really?" Viktor asked as he started for Tyber's room.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
There was a pause before Traffic Control came back on the line: "Starship Twilight, you are cleared to dock at bay Six-Charlie. Transmitting approach vector. Traffic Control out."
*** IKS Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Indeed... why does this thing look so familiar...?" Markus mused. "Where have I seen this before...?"
*** Belsavis, Tropical Rift ***
Kyle shook his head. He pointed to a series of scorch marks on the droid. "I wish it were so, but this... this droid was destroyed recently. Type-three disruptor weapon. Someone is scouring this rift, and that unidentified field can't be here by coincidence - if I had to guess, I'd say it's a disruption field intended to hide Droid EM signatures. Whoever is here doesn't want to be found." He paused, then accessed his armor's materialization feature. "I know you don't like guns, but this is an emergency situation - otherwise, I wouldn't do this." He then materilized, and subsequently handed to Gypsie, a heavily-modified DH17 Blaster.
(https://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/9/9f/DH-17_Blaster_DICE.png/revision/latest?cb=20151106045937 (https://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/9/9f/DH-17_Blaster_DICE.png/revision/latest?cb=20151106045937))
"Again, I know you don't like them, but I don't want to take chances here - we have to get to the heart of the temple, to the chamber I saw in my vision. Whatever's in there, we cannot let whoever is here get their hands on it," Kyle told Gypsie. "You're gonna need this if we run into any droids - or their commander. Whoever it is."
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_-Indari Manor-_
"The babies!" Amie blurted out.
_>Vor'Tu'Ka<_
"Dunno, but we'll be pulling into a lock down dock in five minutes" Krystal noted.
-_ Drakona Residents_-
"Oh Krystal does usual checkups with her patients that are mothers" Nari explained. "She's busy so she tasked me with checking in."the silver vixen added she and her clone armored sister walking inside.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn smiled and scratched his neck, "Last thing I remember was some invasion... although that could've just been a dream... rather a nightmare... Yeah... it has been a while, hasn't it...?".
Raz slowly warmed up, choosing to stay awake despite still being a bit tired still
*** Belsavis, Tropical Rift ***
Gypsie grabbed the gun and tossed it in her hands until it suddenly went off and she threw it into the forest, it continuing to shoot as it bounced away, "Umm... sorry about the gun... I think it was faulty anyway... anyhow, don't underestimate my capabilities, guns are handicaps, and this girl is strong!", Gypsie posed to flex her muscles... which weren't very much, "I know it doesn't look like much, but Wild Kittehs; Don't ask about the name; are REALLY strong... also... becareful about my tails... I'll get really angry if you dirty them..."
In the far distance, the gun could be seen still bouncing, "I think we should let the metal thingy alone for now..."
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"The only side effect we have found was the functioning without them is very hard even after short term use. however, like any other thing out there They must be checked and fixed or upgraded every once in a while." Shoon reached into a pocket and got a small metal matt gray box our of it and pushed the top with his thumb and released which opened the top of the box. Shoon lifted it and drank 2 sips of some liquid and then closed the lid and put it back in his pocket.
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(sorry for taking a little while to respond, been busy with IRL stuff)
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport, Docking Bay 2A ***
"Oh hi there. Yeah I could use a lift, nice to know the people here are as friendly as I hoped." Ronnie said and smiled.
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*** Dragon'taan Spaceport, Docking Bay 2A ***
"Indeed - but take my advice: Avoid offending a dragon-shifter. They're sensitive, sometimes easily offended," the tiger said. "Anyway, name's Jason."
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Indeed?" Vokun asked, sounding impressed. "Hm. Do you have any prototypes of your nerutransmitters with you?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake held his wife as he tried to get her to her feet, saying, "Come on - let's see if one of our doctors can do anything, honey."
Kyle chucked. "So it would seem," he said.
Anna continued to cradle Raz, humming a soft tune in his ear.
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Kabier looked up from feeding Tyber - who was bouncing in his chair excitedly. "I don't believe we've met - who are you?" she asked Nari and her sister.
*** IKS Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Right - I'd advise you sweep the ship for any more of these guys. Celina... I don't need to tell you to be careful," Markus cautioned.
*** Tropical Rift, Belsavis ***
Kyle was visibly irritated, but nonetheless began moving toward the temple in the distance. "Just stick close to me," he said quietly as he crept through the foliage.
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*New Berlin*
Fayam said in himself: "Hm... Interesting personality, that Cerberus." Out loud, while unstrapping: "Yes, thanks. Though, I can't deny your base name is quite... cliche. I've seen so many Alpha bases and sectors. Looks like people are just lousy at names. But then again, I'm too."
*Warp*
Anna was ripped from her thoughts as she answered: "Oh, those? I think my copilot still has them. Copilot?" "Roger! Data coming right up." He transmitted the data to commander Khev. Then he whispered to Anna: "I'm not really comfortable with your idea... Whatever it may be. And besides... You've changed since you got involved in the Tal Shiar battle. You've become more agressive. Don't tell me..." Anna cast him a stiff look. She replied: "Yes. I'm gonna do THAT. They'll hate it, but if anything can make them stop messing with me, it's THAT."
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-guards replied: "Do as you wish, captain Dax." Meanwhile in the palace Hor'kuu answered Farrar: "It's coming along nicely. They'll have retribution in no time." Omega interfered: "Wait. You've been using up a lot of resources. I don't think it's good for the planet if you continue building war material at this rate. Or for the peace- the people must've undoubtetly seen your change in demeanor and your projects. Let's just hope you're not cursed... That may end in ruin. You DO know what caused the Extinction, don't you?" Hor'kuu didn't move a muscle as he stared to the wall opposing him.
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_- Indari Manorr -_
"Get Fay."Amie muttered, being helped up by her husband.
-_ Dragon'taan Spacedock 2C _-
The two blue furred tigers, climbed out of the Twiight star Y--wingannd walkked out off the dock, the city now in their view. "Wow looks a lot better than Coruscant. Tanya noted as she walked out of the dock
_- Dragon'taan Orbit Vor'Tu'Ka -_
"Already called for a sweep of the ship ,Markus." Krystal told the black tiger.
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-_ Drakona Residence _-
"Oh! I'm Nari." Nari introduced herself, then pointed to her armored sister. "That is Fixel." She added.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn laughed too, "Yeah... I've been away for a long time...", Fawn would look at the washing machine at his tumbling suit, it quickly becoming a pristine white colour, "That's a lot of dirt...", Fawn then looked out of the laundry room, "Do you know if Drake will be a good guardian for that dragling? Y'know, teach him the stuff he should know, keep him safe... that sort of stuff.."
Raz smiled and nuzzled into Anna as she cradled him and sung a soft tune to him. Raz's body heat soon returned to normal.
*** Tropical Rift, Belsavis ***
Gypsie's ears went down as she watched Kyle's expression and kept quiet for the most part as she walked behind Kyle, hovering her hand over his back to try and rub it, but stopped and recoiled her hand as she figured it may just anger him.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake helped Amie into the main foyer and called out, "Doctor Fay, are you still here?"
Kyle looked over to Fawn. "He would. It'd be like him raising Raz as though he were his own child; he's already got twins on the way, apparently." Kyle heaved a worried sigh. "But whether Drake can handle Raz is not what concerns me as much..." His face portrayed melancholy.
*** Docking Bay 2C, Dragon'taan Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
A greeter droid approached the two blue tigers. "Greetings! I am 24-O1, at your service! Welcome to Dragon'taan! May I be of service?"
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"Krystal sent them, hon," Viktor clarified to Kabier.
"Oh! Okay, sorry - have to be a little suspicious around people I haven't met before - Tyber doesn't really react well to them," Kabier told them before she gave her son another spoonful of food.
"Seems he has his mind occupied, at the moment," Viktor chuckled. "I get the feeling that, when that kid gets older, he's gonna look a lot like me."
"And be a lot like you, darling," Kabier jested.
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr and Lian sat on the stools next to the bar counter in their home, slowly sipping on cola. "Daddy, what do you think mom has in store for this 'surprise'?" Lian asked.
"Your guess is as good as mine, sweetie," Ketorr answered. "Your mother has always been... difficult to predict. I gave up trying to years ago."
*** IKS Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Well, if you need extra hands, just call me," Markus suggested. "Voro and I have our own suspicions as to how this ship got here undetected. Why they de-cloaked is another matter."
*** Tropical Rift, Belsavis ***
Kyle kept trekking for the temple in the distance, evading groups of patrolling battle droids, where he made an interesting observation: When the droids spoke, they seemed largely independent thinkers, but they spoke a dialect Kyle thought to be no longer spoken - Rakatan. CIS Battle Droids speaking ancient Rakatan? It didn't make sense. Still, he kept moving for the temple, and when he and Gypsie stood at the bottom of the temple steps, they were faced with another mystery: There was no cover anywhere, and the droids that had been patrolling outside were nonexistent here. Given they were in the open, Kyle would have expected the droids to rush them, guns blazing. So where the hell were they? Just another mystery to add to his growing supply.
"Vasily to the Chimera, is that dampening field still up?" Kyle hailed his ship.
"Response: Yes, master - and the temple you stand at is putting out a transporter inhibitor field. You'd have to leave the area for us to beam you and Gypsie back aboard," responded Hector.
Kyle cursed under his breath. "That means that unless we shut that field off, we'll have to come back out here and make the trek back to the LZ before we can leave..." he thought momentarily. "CIS droids speaking Rakatan... lack of any significant presence here at this temple... transporter inhibitor field... and a vision that suggests we must take something from it and leave... something I would find familiar..." he sighed wearily and shouldered his rifle. "Something sure the hell ain't right, here..." he started up the steps to the temple.
*** Base Alpha, New Berlin ***
"You're telling me," Benny chuckled. "I voted to call this place Outpost Valkyrie." He indicated a nearby doorway. "Bar's down that way - if our Tal Shiar guy keeps to his usual quirks, he'll be there; regardless, I imagine you're hungry or thirsty... or both."
*** In-Transit to New Romulus ***
Commander Khev remained quiet over the line as she went through the files on Admiral Arai. After what seemed like hours, and when they had six minutes before arrival at New Romulus, Khev spoke: "Captain, I just got a dispatch from New Romulus Command - Predident D'Tan wishes to speak with you. He says it's urgent."
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
The ISC, Mirak and Lyran ships all took up defensive positions with the UNSC Fleet, and began deploying defensive stations of their own. On the Toma-Guards' sensors, an unidentified blip would appear, on an apparent trajectory to Tomahawk. It was consistent with several large cube-shaped vessels and multiple other geometrically-shaped vessels, all of whom emitting transwarp signatures and heavy energy activity.
At first glance, this would appear to be an invasion fleet, but whose fleet was not clear.
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_- Indari Manor -_
Fay came running up tricorder in her hand. "What's wrong? Amie what's got you down?"the spaniel asked as she ran up to Drake and Amie.
- - Dragon'taan Docking By 2C - -
"Which way is the jedi enclave, temple or whatever it is?" Tony asked the droid.
_-- Dragon'taan Orbit, Vor'Tu'Ka -_
Krystal's ear flicked. "Markus do you remember that red skinned Jedi? K'torr i think, doesn't that alien kinda look like him? could we be dealing with Sith in klingon clothing?"Krystal asked both her ears perking as she heard a lightsaber.. "Saarabi we have live Sith on board this ship!" the blue vixen growled,drawing her psionic sword pure energy blade glowing blue.
-+ Drakona Residence +-
"Well I think that he may be force sensative."Nari noted "Well unfortunatly I'm sort of a Ysalimiri fox.." Nari admitted with a blush.
-+_ Reznov Residence _+-
Kia walked out behind the bar counter, her back to Ketorr and Lian -, turning around she gently set down a young Worgen boy almost 2 years old. "spitting image of his father." The Worgen female muttered, blushing.
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*** Indari Manor ***
"I don't know - all I got on the matter was the babies," Drake responded.
*** Docking Bay 2C, Dragon'taan Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
"Jedi Enclave...? Oh! You must be referring to the Crusader Academy! It's in the Central District, toward the north-eastern edge," the droid told them. "And the Academy is presided over by Dragon'taan's illustrious Mathayus Indari - known to many as Darth Faasnu, but don't let the name fool you; he's no longer Sith."
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Kabier looked up at Nari with a frown. "Force-sensitive? How do you know?"
"Try and take our son, and there's gonna be problems," Viktor said, protectively putting himself between Kabier and Tyber.
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr's eyes went wide, his heart almost stopped, and his breath shook as he looked upon the young boy - looking so much like him. Could this be? Was Kia saying what he thought she was saying? That this boy...
"... we have a son?" he almost whispered.
"Da-ddy," the boy uttered, eliciting tears in Ketorr's eyes. Ketorr reached out, and gently picked the boy up, his breath trembling as he hugged the child - who then proceeded to hug him back.
"When... when was he born?" Ketorr asked with a quivering voice, his eyes closed as he held his son.
*** IKS Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Several security personnel beamed aboard armed with automatic Plasma Assault Rifles, and Markus brandished his dual Cyan-Blue Lightsabers. "Come get some you sith motherf--" he growled.
-
__ Indari Manor __
Fay scanned over Amie with her tricorder.. "Starting a little early, huh?" Fay asked "I have no experince with Dragon-shifters ,but I'm certain it was just labor pains, your body is preparing to give birth in what was it 11 months?" Fay noted "You'll be fine dear."Fay said rubbing Amie's back... "I suggest you rest and have your caring husband give you a back massage or something." The spaniel added.
- Drakona Residence -
Nari elbowed her sister in the stomach with one arm and face-palmed with her free hand, standing there for a minute, then just turned to leave , dragging her sister with her.
_-Reznov Rensidence-_
"A year and 10 months ago." Kia replied "you were busy, so iI raised him with Lupe Tiber's help, always trying to show him pictures of you, you were so busy I was afraid to interupt you about your son." Kia sighed starting to cry "I'm sorry I hid him from you, but I didn't name him just yet."
_ Dragon'taan, Orbit, Vor'Tu'Ka _
The sith, a Klingon walked into the bridge crimson saber held in his hands, glaring into the bridge.
Krystal stood still waiting for the sith to make the first move..
Celina stood behind her Father.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"That actually sounds like a good idea, honey," Drake agreed. "Come on. Maybe we can watch a movie, but we need to get you off your feet."
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"Nari, wait!" Kabier pleaded. "Would someone mind telling me just what the hell is going on here?"
"I will not have the Jedi Order take our son from us," Viktor growled. "I will not have him become some emotionless shell who does not recognize his own mother and father."
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr reached out with his other arm and took Kia in his arm, kissing her cheek. "I'm so sorry, honey. I didn't even realize how... estranged you all were. First, I nearly lose Lian and Aylina... now, I learn I have a son - a son who looks just like me - and I didn't even realize it! I am so sorry for never being around you all. I will take this as a sign - there is more in my life than my military career. And you, little one..." he looked at his son. "We'll just have to call you John. John Jacob Reznov."
"Da-ddy," John spoke. Viktor smiled, chuckled, and hugged his son, kissed Kia, and let Lian join in on the family action. "Aylina, where are you? Come say Hi to your little brother!"
*** IKS Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"A Klingon Sith?" Markus remarked. "That's new."
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked quite confused, "What's wrong with twins?.... besides sinister behavior... ahem, it isn't bad... it could turn out to be good in the long run.", the washing machine dinged and Fawn moved his suit into the dryer and set it and started the machine
*** Tropical Rift, Belsavis ***
Gypsie kept crouched behind Kyle, her steps quiet and almost ghostly, "I could run in and confuse the droids... if any are inside... rather I could be recon.."
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_- IKS Vor'Tu'Ka-_
"Don't care don't know FIRE! Krystal said shooting at the Klingon sith with her Barracuda pistol in her free hand hoping the others would follow suite.
-_ Reznov Residence_-
Protocol droids followed by Aylina brought in supper. "sorry Dad was cooking supper for us all, I knew about, John is his name?" she replied.
_- Drakona Residence -_
"That."Nari replied simply. "I came here to check on Typer and you Kabby, nothing more."Nari explained stopping for a minute. "I don't know if you son is force-sensative or not, I just said he could be, besides I'm a jedi hunter not a recruiter, either way I have one purpose here as I said Krystal tasked me with checking in on you two." Nari explained something on her belt flashing.
_=Indari Manor=_
Amie nodded, feeling better now ,but also tired.She followed along with her husband.
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*** IKS Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The other soldiers present all fired their weapons - fully-automatic. The corridor became flooded with a storm pf plasma bolts fired from automatic Storm Rifles.
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah," Ketorr chuckled. "John Reznov. Your little brother." He sit John down on the counter. John reached over, trying to grab at Aylina. "I think he wants to say hi," Ketorr chuckled.
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"Is someone trying to get ahold of you, or is that something else flashing on your belt?" Viktor asked, pointing out the faint glint he noticed.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake led Amie to their bedroom, where he would try and lay her down on her back before digging around in the rack of movies looking for something to watch with her. "Before the movie gets underway... do you want me to bring you something to eat or drink?" he asked her.
"It's not the twins I worry about, Fawn," Kyle sighed. "I won't lie - the Marauder Corps is in a precarious situation. We have Zaarin's Empire probing us, the Romulan Star Empire and their Empress causing trouble, the Tal Shiar and Admiral Arai have been power-playing recently, rebels in UNSC space are getting stronger, and we have unidentified transmissions coming from somewhere, but every ship I send out there never returns. It doesn't take a genius to figure out something big is coming... and if those transmissions are who I think they are, this galaxy will have to come together in the biggest alliance since the Marauder War."
*** Tropical Rift, Belsavis ***
"If there were droids around this area," Kyle whispered, "We'd be hearing about it by now. But something is in there - of that I am certain. Stay close." Kyle crept inside, moving down the halls with his rifle raised, finding nothing but his own twitchiness to contend with. Every now and then, he would stop, as though he heard something, then quickly take cover, expecting an attack that never came. This went on for a good hour or two until they came to a massive antechamber, the far wall being marked with a familiar symbol:
http://orig13.deviantart.net/2747/f/2014/040/e/9/star_wars___the_old_republic_metro_dock_icon__by_guranh-d75t8ce.png (http://orig13.deviantart.net/2747/f/2014/040/e/9/star_wars___the_old_republic_metro_dock_icon__by_guranh-d75t8ce.png)
And beneath that mark lay a man, encased in blue-striped Clone Armor, holding a pyramidal device. Kyle held his rifle steady, pointed at the clone trooper, as a single line went through his head, spoken by a tyrant during his rise to power:
"Execute Order Sixty-Six..."
Kyle crept up to within three feet of the soldier, where it became apparent he was still alive as he spoke, "I know your face... Lokahviing."
"How are you still alive?" Kyle asked.
"I wish I knew," the soldier coughed. He weakly tossed the pyramidal device to Kyle. "I assumed you were here for this... it... must not fall... into his hands."
Kyle's eyes widened subtly. "Thanaton..." he muttered.
"He wants the secrets of Darth Nox... contained in that holocron. Take it. Get out of here. Leave, while you still can... before he comes back," the soldier said.
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- IKS Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan Orbit, lock down dock #2 -
The sith klingon being only an apprentice and having no time to even raise up his saber was pelted with plasma bolts and fell to the floor witha thump.
Celina walked over to the dead klingon and pointing to a logo (https://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/memoryalpha/images/5/5c/House_of_Duras.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20051004140747&path-prefix=en) on his uniform asked "Does this mean anything to you?"
-Reznov Residence -
"So what's for supper, Honey?"Kia asked.
Your favorite Ham cassarole" Aylina replied Leaning over to her brother "hi there little wolf."
--= Indari Manor =--
"Egg and bacon sandwhiches and fruit punch to drink, can we whatch Iron man or something like that maybe lego batman or something child appropriat too
-Drakona Residence-
"Oh! thanks." Nari replied, taking the comm device off her belt and holding it up to her ear "Nari here. yeah well that's just great.. Alright.." she said before she hung up. "We gotta get going, good luck with the kid, and you all have a good day especially you Tybee." Nari said hastily leaving the home, her sister close behind.
__Sheila Station,Dragon'taan Orbit, 5 minutes later__
the orbital elevator docked with the station, door opening as Nari and Fixel walked out, hurriedly walking to a breifing room, Nari and Fixel setting up a holo boad.
" So at 13:00 yesterday we lost contact with an exploration team on the second planet of the Tau ceti system, they found an abandoned Sith Academy. Their last transmission reported unsual beast attacking them, command thinks thier sith spawns so stay near me, they won't be able to pick us up that way, Fixel will be leading a team of Clone commados and we'll have one Star worth of scout mechs for support.
We'll need to keep a light footprint and keep quiet. Any questions?"
_ Crusader temple _
The two blue tigers entered the temple looking for the grand master . Tanya already liking the decor.
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Indari Manor, Dragon'taan * * * *
Fawn watched as his suit tubed in the dryer, "I'm not too sure what you want me to do, Kyle? I deserted the marauders...", he then looked at Kyle, "And as it stands, that's on my record... the only way I'd be able to do something is if we were to make every line go silent, but in turn that would cause more panic...."
Tropical Rift, Belsavis****
Gypsie placed her hand on Kyle's shoulder, "Kyle... I don't like this in the slightest... lets just get out of here...", she looked at the trooper on the bench, "There's a field up... do you know how to turn it off?"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I can have that record wiped clean of that particular blemish; that's not an issue - especially since you brought to justice the one responsible for it," Kyle said. "I believe I'll need all the capable hands I can get to survive this storm. The choice is yours, but consider what I offer - a fresh start. A new beginning. Not many people get that."
Drake singled out Iron Man and had it on standby as he went to get what Amie requested. Of course, he left the controls for the movie with Amie.
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"That... could have gone better," Kabier commented as Nari and Fixel left.
"But it could have gone worse, too," Viktor said as he closed the door.
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
John reached out to Aylina, trying to grab at her face. Ketorr looked to Kia. "Do we have a Hi-Chair for him, so he can eat?" he asked her.
*** IKS Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan Orbit, lock down dock #2 ***
"Pah! Amateur," Markus spat. When Saraabi examined the logo, she sighed.
"Just what I was afraid of - Duras." She looked back at her parents and her sister. "The House of Duras. Which means the cloaking device aboard this ship is likely an Adapted Tal Shiar device. This is not good."
*** Tropical Rift, Belsavis ***
"You turn that field off, every droid in this rift will know you're here," the trooper coughed. In the distance, an alarm went off, and Kyle could faintly pick up the squawking of the droids.
"They already know we're here," Kyle told the soldier. "How do we shut off the inhibitor field?"
"The Temple Summit... control room on the other end... disable it," the soldier said weakly.
Kyle put a hand on the soldier's shoulder. "Come with us," he said. "We can heal you in--"
"It's... too late... for me," the soldier replied. "Go... You and your friend... Take her away from here. Keep her safe... She can help you find peace with what happened... to you. Keep her... safe... Thanaton..." Kyle felt the soldier's life leave him. In a brief mourning, he put a hand to his helmet and bowed his head with a soft, guttural sigh. He then rose to his feet and looked to Gypsie.
"We have to move," he said, his voice having subtle hints of sadness. He headed for the edge of the chamber, making his way to the Temple Summit.
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_ IKS Vor'Tu'Ka, Dragon'taan Orbit, Lockdown dock 2 _
"Klingon Sith, thaaat's not good and Duras too, something big is up , I have a feeling this is just a small piece of something bigger, Saarabi,Markus Celina let's head home and contemplate what went on here, security can handle it from here." The blue vixen suggested, sending a message to Nari updating her on the situation.
_-Sheila, Station ,Dragon'taan Orbit, Briefing room 3-_
Recieving the message from Krystal,Nari got a better picture of what was going on, feeling that the issue needed to be brought up to a higher degree of Alarm, the silver vixen tried to get a hold of a DMC General, via a mobil holonet device.
-- Indari Manor --
Amie laid in bed relaxing, waiting for her meal she started the movie to at least get through the crappy previews and stuff.
- Reznov Residence.--
"You." Aylina and Kia smirked, joking as Kia got up to get the Hi-chair, setting it down next to Ketorr.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Saraabi returned to the Unseen Assailant, then took a transporter down to Krystal's mansion; Markus remained with Krystal and Celina, following them down whatever path that would take them home.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake came in with fresh meals for both of them, set them down, then left to return later with drinks. "Just the way you like it, honey," he said with a smile.
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr chuckled and sat John down in the Hi-Chair, who was squirming with delight. Ketorr couldn't help smiling broadly at his son.
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Indari Manor, Dragon'taan * * *
Fawn smiled and went to grab his suit from the machine, stepping beside it for a cover for his lower half as he stripped down and put his suit back on, "God this feels nice. Anyway, I don't need a fresh start. I have no enemies left... er l... I mean around anymore, so a fresh start isn't needed, but whatever you're gonna be doing, you will need a capable medic and former ambassador.", Fawn them chuckled and added on, "And a hunk of a fox!"
Raz would continue to hold onto Anna while she held him, but when she would try to put him back in the bed, Raz's claws would lightly press into Anna, given being small, they would eventually start to hurt her if she tried to put him down again.
Tropical Rift, Belsavis * * *
Gypsie perked up and looked back, quickly clutching the dead trooper's helmet and throwing it down a separate way as she forced Kyle down as the lacking of Droid feet approached, oblivious to the lifeforms inside.
Gypsie would keep a hand on Kyle's mouth to keep his breathing steady and quiet then fter a little bit she made a motion for him to stay as she hopped up over their cover and drew her knife, it seemingly glowing, she then kept up behind one, startled it and the other shot at its comrade until they both killed each other.
After that, Gypsie backed against a wall and smiled at Kyle, mouthing 'Let's go!'
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_ Indari manor _
"Why didn't Drake use one of those new protocol droids to get the drink at the same time?" Amie asked herself mostly.
_ Sheila Station, Briefing room 2_
"Where is everybody?"Nari complained as she waited for someone to anwser the call she sent out to the Marauder command "If Indari answers this I'm Filing a complaint." The silver vixen grumbled. Meanwhile her sister Fixel ran through the normal weapons check with her Commando squadron. "And remember Tigress just got us a Particle projectile attachment for our Dc-17m rifles, along with the Mech grade Micro Variable laser , The Sniper rifles magnetic acceleration should increase our range. "and double check your helmets I don't want someone passing out in the sewers this time."
-- New Cerinia, Krystal's Manson, Planning room --
"So that's the latest update, The Vor should be cleared out within the hourr an d Tigress should have the refits done by tommorow at the earliest, I think we should all take showers too," The blue vixen said turning off the holo projector.Supperr should be ready when we're done, that is if that cook droid doesn't malfunction again...
-- Reznov Residence -
Aylina began to serve the cassarole leaving the dish on the counter so everyone could get seconds "So dad did you hear about the commotion in orbit today?"The Dranei asked playing with her horns,
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Most of out prototypes are in a museum now. But rest assured that we have some replacements ready to be here at a moments notice".
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*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, I would very much appreciate the opportunity to examine them," Vokun said. "This could improve a number of departments."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"That's what I'm saying, son," Kyle stated. "Will you stand again with the Corps against the storm?"
Drake remained silent, despite hearing his wife muttering.
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"Not really," Ketorr replied, "My focus was - understandably - on my family. Why?"
*** DMCS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
K'torr was the first to answer the call from Sheila Station. "K'torr here," he said, "What's the situation?"
*** Planning Room, Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"Oh, god - is that thing on the fritz again?" Markus grumbled as he began getting out of his uniform.
*** Rakatan Temple, Tropical Rift, Belsavis ***
Kyle was amazed at Gypsie's display, but nonetheless got up and headed for the temple summit. He had to admit - she was clever. More clever than most he'd known. "Stay close," he cautioned Gypsie.
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_ Indari Manor, Dragon'taan _
"So where's my drink?" Amie asked remote in one hand ,not wanting to move.
- Shiela Station, Dragon'taan Orbit. -
" I was about to lead a small team to investigate the dissapearence of our exploration team on Tau Ceti Beta, they found a sith academy there. Krystal just informed me that the Bird-of-Prey that showed up in Orbit of Dragon'taan is full of Sith and Klingons one Klingon a sith himself. We both think there is a connection here,, but i feel we'll need more support than just my team, we have a ship ready." Nari explained.
- Crusader Academy,Dragon'taan -
"Hello?" Tony called out. "Anybody there?" His sister, Tanya added.
- Reach orbit, Fox Fire. -
"Fyra, Captain of the Fox Fire (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/1c/a9/0a/1ca90a7263e1b01eebfeb4bf80559ab6.jpg) to UNSC Command sensors show clear, we've brought a present for Reach's Spartans and Techs." A Vixen replied, her firey fur pattern making her stick out, even among her crew of varied species of Wolf and foxes. "Kelly, what's our current orbit status?" the vixen asked
"Captain, we're in perfect Geo-sync orbit over the R&D bases at least according to our most recent maps of Reach." Said a yellow hologram of a vixen showing up on the captain's command console.
"Very well ,thank you Kelly.
-- Reznov Residence --
"A enemy Bird-of-Prey invaded orbit, it was boarded by the DMC as soon as it uncloaked."Aylina replied.
"I'm sure they have it covered."Kia noted placing a forkfull of cassarole in her mouth.
- Tigress' Armory Dragon'taan -
"Keri, how goes the Shipment of weapons to our forces?" a Large white female Tiger asked. "Fine we've almost fully armed all our forces with the new man-portable PPC and Micro variable lasers.
"Thank you Keri." Tigress replied walking out to the vehicle yard and looking over a Wraith tank. "MIYU!!" She called out for someone.
-- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia. --
"No Tigress said she fixed it."
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn managed to get his suit back on and he looked at Kyle, "I will 'help', but I'm not joining back to the Corps, for the main case of that if you get in trouble and you are jailed by somewhere foreign, I can go all spy and get you out... I mean, any jail door can be taken off by magnesium or potassium putty, and it's not as loud as you think...", Fawn had a smile on, "Did I mention I also know how to breach?"
*** Rakatan Temple, Tropical Rift, Belsavis ***
Gypsie would be following Kyle closely, stopping along the way when droids came close, to Gypsie's hearing range which was quite large.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle chuckled. "A jack-of-all-trades, aren't you?"
"Drake reached over and grabbed Amie's glass of fruit punch, then handed it to her. "Sorry, honey," he apologized.
*** Crusader Academy, Dragon'taan ***
A young tigress with long, blonde hair and blue eyes approached the two. "You can stop yelling," Amy told them, "This place is occupied. Can I help you gentlemen?"
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"Agreed," Ketorr said, downing a bite. "And I'm on leave." Ketorr kept a close eye on John, chowing with delight, food spread across his chops.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Travis stepped onto the armory grounds and looked around. "Tigress, you about?" he called out.
*** Shiela Station, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Very well - I'll gather my forces. If you need support, I'll be there," K'torr said. He turned to bark orders as the channel snapped to black.
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"I hope so," Markus grumbled. "I had enough trouble with that damn Czerka droid..."
*** Rakatan Temple, Tropical Rift, Belsavis ***
Kyle led Gypsie up into the upper levels of the Rakatan Temple, and just as he reached the entrance to the Summit, he was hit in the back with an energy pulse. The pulse did no damage, merely glancing off his energy shield. Kyle whirled around and brought the M41-A to bear and fired a sustained burst at a fire team of droids. All four went down sparking. "Well, they know we're here, now - come on," he told Gypsie, trying to grab her arm and get her along as he dashed for the Temple Summit. He would run with her to the other end - in the open sun, no less - and put Gypsie behind him as he worked on a console. "Keep your eyes open - tell me if you see any droids coming," he told her. His hands danced along the console, and soon enough, he spoke, "Vasily to the Chimera, do you read me? We need immediate evac - the rift is hot! Repeat, the Rift is hot! Request emergency transport!"
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-Tigress Armory -
"She's in the vehicle yard."Keri noted
-Sheila Station-
"Alright let's get onboard the Shadow Wolf, Nari instructed her team seeing no one else coming in.
_ Crusader Academy _
Tanya huffed crossing her arms in dissapointedment. Tony blinked."Huh?"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn chuckled in response, "Well, what be a better medic if they know all repercussions for each laceration and puncture! And on that note, when I was younger I lived alone in the slums area of Earth, toppling buildings with the cheapest explosive I had, Cherry Bombs!... along with some flares... anyway, I was taken under the wing of a doctor when I had almost killed myself when I accidentally toppled a building on myself. Keep in mind, each of these buildings were abandoned... and then a tru...c...k... c-.... metal... r-", Fawn's face went blank and screamed, his scream ringing through the entire manor, then after a couple minutes, Fawn's face went to normal and he looked around and then down at his suit, "I thought I put my suit in the washer... Um... did you say something?"
*** Rakatan Temple, Tropical Rift, Belsavis ***
Gyspie took out a cherry bomb from her pocket and looked at the archway into the room, seeing loose bricks, she placed the cherry bomb in there and took a match from her hide pouch and lit the bomb, "With a collapsed archway, we should have enough cover... Sorry in advance for defiling this temple...", the cherry bomb was now nearing its fuse.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Alright then" Shoon and the party took a step back "Stand back please we don't want anybody getting hurt".
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*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Vokun took a few steps back and waited for Shoon to do whatever it was he was going to do.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Travis nodded wordlessly, and sought Tigress out in the Vehicle Yard. "Tigress?" he asked. "You out here? I... I need your help."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"No, but you looked like you were about to have a severe panic attack or breakdown," Kyle replied. "Are you alright?"
*** Crusader Academy, Dragon'taan ***
"I was asking if you were looking for someone or something specific here," Amy said. "What is it you seek?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The DMCS Iron Regent and an attendant support fleet of DMC vessels formed up near Sheila Station and the Shadow Wolf. "Shadow Wolf, this is General K'torr of the Iron Regent - ready when you are."
*** Rakatan Temple, Tropical Rift, Belsavis ***
"I'm not the one to apologize to, Gypsie," Kyle said as he continued to hail the Chimera. Unbeknownst to either of them, the Chimera steadily approached the temple, still cloaked.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked at Kyle with confusion, "Panic attack?... I don't know what you're talking about...", Fawn's face showed that he really didn't know what had happened moments ago.
*** Rakatan Temple, Tropical Rift, Belsavis ***
The fuse ended and the cherrybomb collapsed the archway to the room they were in. Outside the room, droids were standing outside the collapsed archway until they turned around and started shooting wildly as the gun from before bounced by and caused the droids to kill each other, except for one who just stood amongst it's dead friends, confused.
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_Crusader Temple, Dragon'taan_
"We seek the Grand master, and I'm female.."Tanya said, a bit of distain in her voice.
Tony sighed shaking his head.
--_Shadow Wolf, Sheila station, Dragon'taan Orbit _-
"This is captain, Firey to Iron Regent and attendant fleet, our FTL drives are charged, sending the coordinates to the Tau Ceti system. Would you prefer Traveling as a group or seperate, General? the she-wolf of a captain replied, her firey fur pattern making her unique among the she-wolves of the DMC and allies The Shadow Wolf[/i[ (http://img-cache.cdn.gaiaonline.com/571b2400690af8dda61ebca74dab7b40/http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b385/MyNameIsBetterThanYours/McKlains%20Area/OHM%20Stuff/cruiser1.jpg)[/url] leaving it's dock to minimal safe distance for a FTL jump.
_Tigress Armory,Vehicle yard, Dragon'taan_
popping her head out of the nearbye wraith tank Tigress looked around "Yes?"she asked
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Isolation Unit one, Tigress Armory
Felicity looked up at Amps and tried to talk, but her voice came out garbled and screeching, like broken voice data, and instantly after she heard that from herself, Felicity shut her mouth with much surprise and concern before nuzzling back into Amps, shivering slightly, but she soon calmed down as she felt the electrical power inside Amps the Jolteon.
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*** Crusader Academy, Dragon'taan ***
"If it's the grandmaster you're looking for, you're a bit late - he's already gone home for the night," Amy responded, ignoring Tanya's disdain. "Feel free to stay in the guest suites - he should be back this way tomorrow morning... assuming nothing has come up."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle shrugged, then said, "Anyway, yes - you put your laundry in the dryer about five minutes ago."
Drake sat with his arm around his wife watching the movie with her.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"I need your help," Travis told Tigress. "I was out on patrol at your people's home world, and after taking out an interloper, I came across... something. I don't know what it was, but your family advised me to take it to you, thought you'd have a better idea what it is and what to do with it."
*** DMCS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"We'll travel with you, commander - less chance of us arriving to help too late," K'torr said as his fleet followed the Shadow Wolf.
*** Rakatan Temple, Tropical Rift, Belsavis ***
"That was... convenient..." Kyle commented. He raised his rifle and shot dead the sole remaining droid. Moments later, the both of them would feel a familiar tingling sensation, and in a flash of light, would find themselves back aboard the Chimera. "A little close for comfort, Gemini," Kyle commented. He looked to Gypsie. "Gypsie? You okay?" he asked.
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-_ TIgress Armory,Vehicle yard _-
Tigress hearing her family mentioned, hopped out of the hover tank, "Queen Arcnon?" She asked walking towards Travis.
+-Isolation unit one -+
"Hmm we'll have to give you a checkup with a mechanic, and I know just the one." Amps said gently petting Felicity's head and neck as she walked out of the Isolation chamber "but no funny stuff okay stay with me, I'm afraid what someone else would have done to you if they had found you."Amps said as she walked towards the main office.
-_ Dragon'taan Orbit, Shadow Wolf _-
"Roger that Iron Regent, firing up the hyperspace drive." The captain said engaging the drive, the cruiser entering the dimension known as hyperspace on route to the Tau Ceti system.
-Crusader Academy,Dragon'taan-
Tony and Tanya discussed the situation with one another through the force, before walking away, not even taking the stairs just simply walking up the wall using the force to hold their feet to the wall.
(planet bio will be added soon)
=- Sheila city,Sandstorm Cantina Ma'hara -=
Sitting at the front stool of the Cantina's bar a grey she-wolf seemed to be brooding as she drank some red liquid from a transparent glass cup on the clear glass like counter.
"So Like I said I turned in the water raiders boss and so far the raids on the local moisture farms has stopped, their probably afraid i'd come looking for them.Not surprzing considering how beat up their leader was after I delt with him." Lupe tiber explained her latest 'adventure, to the Cantina's owner Cindy sandstorm a vixen that looked like she had been in too many sandstorms.
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*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"Yes," Travis responded in a hushed voice when Tigress was in close proximity. "I found it in the wrecked computer systems of a Romulan Ship that attacked me after I detected them trying to sneak into Tigarian Space. You're the only one I know who can crack the encryption, access the files."
*** Crusader Academy, Dragon'taan ***
Amy ignored the strange feat Tony and Tanya and headed into the suite she and Jason shared.
*** DMCS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The Iron Regent jumped into hyperspace with the Shadow Wolf, along with her attendant fleet.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn was still quite clueless until he shyly smiled, "Oh... it happened again... I'd scream about whatever I talked about, but I tend to forget it in an instant...", he then pulled out a personally signed note, "Doctor's note~"
*** Rakatan Temple, Tropical Rift, Belsavis ***
Gypsie heaved over as they were transported back and she vomited onto the transport pad before raising her head back up, however still looked at the floor, "I hate that sparkly thing..."
-_ TIgress Armory,Vehicle yard _-
+-Isolation unit one -+
Felicity kneaded at Amps' arm, raising her head as they walked into the office, hopping out of her arms as she padded over to a power socket and started inhaling, it making all of the lights in the room flicker as she inhaled and ate the eletricity from the wall. The lights outside the room were flickering too.
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_ Tigress Armory,Dragon'taan_ Tigress looked up at the lights flickering, "Dangit that generator is going out again."The lare she-tiger complained turning to Travis "So what did my mom or you want me to do about it?"
+- Armory main office -+
"No!" Amps almost screamed in fear jumping down to take Felicity away from the outlet the surging eletricity flowing into her body causing the fur around her collar and on her tail to become sharp and spiny. "You can't be doing that, if your hungry we're gonna need to find something, I have an idea ,but your gonna have to restrain your self, you can't be found stealing energy like that, hun you'll get hurt or worse killed."Amps explained feeding some of the eletricity into Felicity, her fur going back to it's dormant state as she did "I've got a fusion generator at home ,maybe you can feed off that." Amps offered hedaing out of the armory and into her personal hover vehicle "Don't take any energy from this please hold your hunger till we get home."
-- Tau Ceti Delta outer orbit near Tau Ceti Beta --
The Shadow wolf Dropped out of hyperspace in high orbit of Tau Ceti Delta waiting for the rest of the fleet while the strike team loaded up into the Shadow's pup, Leopard class dropship (http://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/dfa/images/5/54/1200px-Dropship_Concept.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20160915035015) to head down to the planet.
_ Indari Manor, Drake and Amie's room, Dragon'taan _
"I don't remember screaming like that in this movie." Amie noted pausing for a second "What is going on?"
--Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila city, Ma'hara --
"Well hopefully the water prices will drop now." The sandblasted Vixen, owner of the Cantina noted.
"Did prices really jump that much because of the robberies?" Lupe asked
"Yeah jumped a whole damn 15 credits, that absurd, some people just don't understand how stealing something as simple a water can affect a whole community, at least we get regular shipments from Dragon'taan Prime." Cindy replied.
"New Vaporators haven't been fully integrated yet ,huh?" Lupe asked.
"Locals are so use to the old stuff they don't want to spend the money on new vaporators even if they are more efficent." Cindy replied.
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_ Tigress Armory,Dragon'taan_
+- Armory main office -+
Felicity struggled as she was picked back up, her body glowing exceptionally bright from the amount of electricity was now stored inside her, to the point of where she was a bright as a light bulb. She listened to Amps and looked sad and sorry at her, nuzzling and burying her head into Amps as they went, nodding as they were heading out... sadly one of the rear exits was currently blocked by both a transport truck, a maintenance crew, and cardboard boxes, and it was clear that the only way out currently was through the front entrance.
Felicity's body light would be hard to miss if someone wasn't paying attention.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ---
In a faint flash of light and then small "Bang" sound 2 crates made out of metal and cubical in shape appeared in between them. Each crate about a meter in diameter "Well one of these includes quite a bit of the implants, the other has a guide for installing it and the equipment required".
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*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I see... had I known you were gonna do that, I would have taken you into the actual labs to do so," Vokun said.
"Should I call the techs and have them bring a grav-cart?" asked the Togruta standing beside Vokun.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"Your mom thought you'd be able to crack the encryption, access the files," Travis said. "In fact, now that I think about it, your father seemed... adamant, about it - thought it'd contain some clue as to why a Romulan Ship was in Tigarian Space."
*** Indari Manor, Drake and Amie's room, Dragon'taan ***
"Your guess is as good as mine, honey," Drake said with a shrug. "There's more than enough people out there - they can handle it."
*** Laundry Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle's frown deepened. "You mean this isn't the first time that's happened to you?" he asked. "There were other instances?"
*** Tau Ceti Delta outer orbit near Tau Ceti Beta ***
The DMC Fleet under General K'torr arrived almost as soon as the Shadow Wolf did. "Alright, Commander," K'torr said, "What are we looking at? What's the plan?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis ***
Kyle immediately went to Gypsie's side, gently trying to help her to her feet. "Alert," Gemini said, "We have an alarm going out - whoever those droids belong to, he's pissed."
"Get us out of here, Gemini," Kyle barked, "But don't give our position away! Let him think we're still in-system!" The hull vibrated slightly as the Chimera rose through the planet's atmosphere. Kyle would try to hold onto Gypsie and guide her to his room. "Hold on to me, Gypsie," he told her softly.
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila city, Ma'hara ***
Out of the blue, a black feline in a Starfleet Uniform came into the cantina and sat at the bar counter. He was followed by a Klingon and a Romulan, both in uniform. "Can't imagine why everyone wanted to be here," the Romulan said with a shake of her head.
"You know why," the Klingon grunted. "We had spare vehicles, and the bunch wanted to organize a desert race. I spoke to the leader of that group, Ensign Gobbets. And I imagine we wouldn't be here unless the Captain approved the whole event."
"Everyone needs down-time," the "Captain" of the three sighed. "And the good ensign assured me there would be no incidents. Gobbets is usually very diligent on such matters. Regardless, Starfleet" He waved in a polite attempt to get the bartender's attention. "You got any colas around here?"
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_ Shadow Wolf, High Orbit, Tau Ceti Delta _
"We stay in orbit here while the strike team heads down to investigate the sith academy." Captain, Firey explained.
+- Shadow Wolf Docking Bay, Wolf's pup,dropship _+
"Nari here open the docking bay doors."Nari said over the com the Wolf's Pup Starting to move towards the exit of the docking bay rolling on it's landing wheels, once out in space the dropship's landing gear raised up outer wings folding into flight position like S-Foils.
*-- Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila City, Ma'hara --*
"Never been to a desert planet?" Cindy ,the bartender and owner of the place asked. "Water is a precious commodity here on this desert world, we prefer to use more syrup than water to preserve what we have. So to answer you question, yes we have Cola, What brings you to this rock?" the sandblasted vixen asked "Studying the Ice cap? Definitly don't see many federation types here."
"Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan. "
"I see well most of my equipment is in the main office." Tigress explained leading the way inside.
Amps tried her best to run past the truck and towards the parking lot to her vehicle to head home hoping nobody spotted the odd light she had or that they'd brush it off as one of her 'eletric storms'
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*** Tigress' Armory, Parking Lot, Dragon'taan ***
Felicity held on tight to Amps as she was run to the car, but a surveillance camera saw the light and this caused the security guard of the building to call Tigress via the PA system, "Tigress to the Security office. Tigress to the security office. It's important.", the PAs then returned to a local radio music selection.
*** Laundry Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn smiled shyly, "Yeah... I don't really know why, but it seems to be my triggerword for the screaming..."
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis ***
Gypsie's body shook as she was helped up and walked to Kyle's room, "I-I'm alright... it just f-feels weird toooAUAGGHHH!", she then heaved over and vomited again and soon stood up again, her body quite cold, "I-Isn't there t-training for that st-uff?"
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*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"I'll link your system to my ship's central computer," Travis said, following Tigress.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"It's quite alright, Doc," Kyle said. "I have my own incidents, from time to time." He paused, a look of melancholy spreading on his face. "One doesn't... witness... the glassing of a planet - from the planet's surface, no less - and emerge from the experience... unscathed."
*** DMCS Iron Regent, High Orbit, Tau Ceti Delta ***
K'torr monitored the Wolf's Pup from the bridge of his ship, getting a sinking feeling that this op was not what it seemed.
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila City, Ma'hara ***
"Shore leave," the Captain responded. "Starfleet Command gave us leave to pick a spot and kick back."
"I'll have a Blue Raspberry soda," the Romulan requested.
"And, indeed, I shall have a Root Beer," the Klingon added.
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis ***
"Sadly, no," Kyle answered, trying to guide Gypsie to his quarters. "It's just something you get used to." Soon after he got to his quarters, the hull ceased vibrating. Kyle didn't even pause to take notice - he would try and set Gypsie down on his bed and tell her, "Stay there, get some rest - I'll be on the bridge." Before leaving to oversee his ship's departure from Belsavis.
"Any idea where we should go?" Gemini asked once Kyle arrived.
"We need someplace Thanaton will not think to go," Kyle said.
"Theory: We could go to Coruscant, master. The Imperial Alliance and the Jedi Order there are more than enough to keep Thanaton and his cronies at bay," Hector suggested. Kyle growled wearily.
"You know I don't like going there," he said.
"True, but we are short on options - and you've got more than your safety at stake here," Gemini replied.
"Very well," Kyle sighed wearily. "Set a course for Coruscant, prep the Slipspace Jump Drive." He then headed back toward his quarters.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"No need for that" Shoon and another one of his party walked to the crates and gave each one gave each one a slam of the fist on top and they both rose floating just a tad bit off the floor "No need for that" he repeated.
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__ Tigress Armory, Main office, Dragon'taan __
"Alright link it up." Tigress said, pointing to her personal console.
__Sandstorm, Cantina, Sheila City, Ma'hara __
Cindy set down two large cups of the drinks requested. "Root beer for the Klingon, kinda a soft drink for such a tough species, but your paying so whatever." Cindy added setting the root beer down in front of the klingon. "Romulan Ale too strong for ya?" She asked, almost retorically, setting the blueberry fizzy drink in front of the Romulan.
_ Tau Ceti Delta, high orbit _
"Shadow Wolf to Iron Regent sensors are picking up hyperspace signatures on the other side of the planet, no further data on the signals ,but the largest signature shows the size of a super star destroyer, bunch of class 2 hyperdrive signatures as well." The Ai of the Cruiser, Sarah said over the comm.
The Wolf's pup entered the atmosphere of Tau Ceti Beta, communications immediatly ceased, the dropship itself was shot at directly hitting one engine causing it to fall deeper into the atmopshere than planned.
Nari ran to the bridge "We're going in too deep what's going on?"
"Something disabled our engines engine 2 is at 50% we can't pull up we're going down!" the pilot said "sheilds double lower fore!" Nari commanded "We can't burn up here!"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn put a hand on Kyle's back and patted, "It's okay.... the past is meant to be there, the past, and in a way, it has strengthened your mind and body, giving you a permanent edge to stay alert... wish I had that... all I have is screaming... er... heh... I already have too much on my mind..."
*** Flagship Chimera, Belsavis ***
Gypsie would curl up under the blankets, hugging her tails in one mass to comfort and warm her cold body back up.
__ Tigress Armory, Security Office, Dragon'taan __
The guard just said screw it and sent the footage straight to Tigress's computer, one angle showing an employee fleeing the armory with some bright glowing object in their arms.
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*New Berlin*
Fayam chuckled back: "Oh sure, I could go for a drink right now." He entered the room and headed for the bar. Meanwhile he looked around for the Tal Shiar officer. In his head went back and forth: Feed him drunk and milk him out!
*Transit*
Anna answered slightly surprised: "I actually had other plans... But I guess there's no way around this. Drop me the line."
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-guards instantly stood on sharp; they knew what this was. Instantly they roared back and forth: "Wait, I've seen these ships before!" "Yer' right there, mate. Fake Borg strike!" "Activate those special turrets. This time, they won't stand a chance- If those things work as promised at least." "Aye sir. We'll show 'em what we do with impostors!" The brand new anti-Borg turrets were set stand-by and the Toma-Guards were ready to strike whenever they would come in range. When they called Hor'kuu and Farrar over it, an evil grin spread over Hor'kuu's face. Every minute Omega's and Farrar's worry about him grew.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Even so... what I saw that day... will haunt me forever," Kyle said. "Watching your own home world burn... is not something you can just let go that easily. It gave me strength, yes - but also left me scarred."
*** Tigress Armory, Main office, Dragon'taan ***
Travis went about linking up Tigress' computer with the central computer core on board his ship, the Chimera-Class Heavy Destroyer Clandestine. Once done, he stepped aside to allow Tigress to work.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Very well," Vokun said. He motioned for them to follow him "Follow me," he requested as he headed deeper into the facility.
*** DMCS Iron Regent, Tau Ceti Delta ***
"All teams, sitrep - what the hell's going on down there?" K'torr demanded. "Commander, what just happened?"
*** New Berlin ***
The Tal Shiar agent sat alone at the bar counter, sipping on a human drink, obviously not enjoying it.
*** New Romulus ***
"This is President D'Tan to Captain Anna, can you hear me on this channel? Is this thing even on?" came the voice of D'Tan, garbled and marred by static.
*** Tomahawk ***
Every anti-Borg defense turret was readied, and the ships prepared for combat. Just as they were ready, a massive Borg Fleet dropped out of Transwarp. Strangely, none of them were running with weapons or shields powered, and none of them made any hostile gesture. An open hail went out, waiting for an answer.
*** Flagship Chimera, In-Transit to Coruscant ***
As the Chimera made the transition into Slipspace, Kyle entered his quarters to check on Gypsie, the pyramidal device in his hand. He set it on the counter with a weary sigh. "The soldier we encountered at the temple... the one who gave me this... I knew him. A long time ago," he told Gypsie.
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*New Berlin*
Fayam set himself 'randomly' next to him and ordered an ale, keeping the agent in the corner of his eye.
*Transwarp*
Anna answered: "Loud and clear, president! What did you want to speak with me about?"
*Tomahawk*
Needless to say, the Toma-guards did not expect this hail. They had a short discussion: "Hey... What do they want now?" "I have no clue. Should we engage?" "I've got a bad feeling about this. They might try something funny." "With all these defences and ships around? Surely they're smarter than THAT!" "Yer' right there. No way they'll put up such a dumb trick." "Hm... I think we'd better not take a risk. Shall we just fire?" "Eh, I think it might have its advantages..." "No, we'd better not take any risk indeed. I say fire." "Since we don't know what to expect... Perhaps we should." So they pressed the fire button and let the turrets do their work.
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***Indari Manor, Dragon'taan * * *
Fawn continued to rub Kyle's back, "It's alright... you survived for a reason, and one I believe is a good one... how about we got to a shooting range? Or bowling?"
***Flagship Chimera, In - Transit to Coruscant ***
Gypsie groaned under the sheets, her face pale from vomiting in the hallway earlier, "Uh huh... that's nice...", she wasn't paying attention very much as when she went silent she began snoring, twitching slightly.
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_ In Atmopshere,Tau Ceti Beta _
As the pilot began to freak out Nari, shoved him out of his seat causing the Wolf's pup to sharply veer to the right before Nari corrected it. The co-pilot screamed as the dropship veered sharply, Nari letting out a growl trying to tell him to shut up, as she piloted the disabled craft.
_Shadow Wolf, Bridge, Tau Ceit Delta,High-Orbit.
"We've lost contact with the Wolf's pup." The captain informed the Iron Regent
"Captain sensors show a fleet of Zaarin's forces on the other side of the planet. One Super star destroyer unknown class, five Star destroyers looking to be Imperial class, and some smaller cruisers likely, their hailing us on a fleet wide comm." said the comm officer on the 'Shadow'.
_Tigress Armory_
Tigress began to crack the code her first few attempts seeming to lock up the computer actually just locking up a program she had running, ignoring the video message she had, she had worse things to worry about.
Amps continued to the parking lot the dragon still in her arms as she attempted to open the door to her car. "please hold your hunger till we get to my home or we won't be going anywhere."She told Felicity feeding her a little more eletricity from her body.
-- Indari Manor, Drakes room,Dragon'taan -
"Drake... I'm"Amie started to say holding her hand up to her mouth before she let loose a sneeze, however when she sneezed she went full firefox her body becoming blue hot flames, the babies inside her body fine as they were similar speicies to her, it all happened for a second then everything went back to normal "Sneeze... Umm what happened is everything okay?"She asked looking around.
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*** DMCS Iron Regent, Tau Ceti Delta Orbit ***
"Zaarin...? What is he doing here?" Jaesa mused.
"I suppose that doesn't matter - shields up! Bring weapons on standby!" K'torr barked. "Prep our marines to support our ground forces!"
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Travis paced nervously as Tigress went about accessing the encrypted files. As he waited, he couldn't help checking out Tigress as she worked. But he was quick to shove any feelings deep down. This was serious.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I haven't been bowling in ages," Kyle chuckled. "Think you can beat me?"
*** Drake and Amie's room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I could ask you the same thing!" Drake responded to his wife. "You alright?"
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila City, Ma'hara ***
The Klingon downed a few gulps of his root beer. "You could say we've grown used to such human drinks," the Romulan said. "K'var over there definitely likes root beer. Picked up a liking to it during our stay on Deep Space Nine. Now he stores cases of it in his quarters."
"Need I remind you, Salleth, that you do no different with your cases of Orange Cream soda!" K'var responded.
The Captain sighed. "Since everyone is saying each other's names, I'm Captain Daniel of the Federation Starship Spitfire."
*** Flagship Chimera, In-Transit to Coruscant ***
Kyle sat down next to Gypsie as she slept. He gently stroked her cheek, but then stood up to go into the fridge for a drink. When he was done, he again sat next to Gypsie and whispered, "I don't know what will happen when we reach Coruscant... but I promise you, I will not let anything happen to you."
*** Tomahawk ***
The Borg ships, in an instant, raised shields, but made no retaliatory move whatsoever. Several ships were destroyed, but they continued to hail the ships in Orbit.
"Captain Dax to Tomahawk... I don't think these are the Borg are the ones you were expecting... if they wanted to attack us, they would have done so by now," Captain Dax said. "This might be someone else - someone who was once Borg, but now are severed from the collective."
"Are you saying this might be the forces of the Cooperative?" Rear Admiral Scott asked.
*** New Berlin ***
"You're lucky," the Romulan grumbled. "The people here won't let me have any of that. Say I'm too unstable with it."
*** In-Transit to New Romulus ***
"Captain... boost you... --mission? I am b... --ving your message! Do you--" D'Tan was cut off abruptly. Strangely, the communication link with Commander Khev was also gone.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn then started to make his way out of the laundry room, "I think so... but no augmentations, just natural strength. Lets keep it fair, however, if it's for medical purposes, I won't object."
*** Flagship Chimera, In-Transit to Coruscant ***
Gyspie smiled in her sleep, and started talking mumbled, "Yes dear... we'll get out... the guards will be... out.. tonight... Zzzzzz", she then returned to snoring.
_Tigress Armory_
Felicity tried to suck on the finger as it sent electricity, but she did listen to Amps, and as she drove, Felicity came up close to her and buried into her side, curling up there.
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--Tau Ceti Delta --
"Sir I'm picking up a bunch of signals coming from the star destroyers and a lot more. "Tie fighters and lots of them avengers are leading the pack, tie defenders and a new class of Ties are closing in to our position, some of the cruisers are forming around one of the star destroyers that is moving towards us.
"I think they got the message ,General." Captain Firey noted over the comm, turning to her crew " Launch the fighters and power up weapons. "if it's a fight they want it's a fight they'll get."
"Prep my isegim, we're gonna try to take one of those star destroyers for ourselves."
"Captain I dissaprove of this action ,why do you need to lead a boarding team?"
"General do you dissaprove?"Captain Firey asked.
Meanwhile the Shadow Wolf launched fighters, BTL Y-wing starfighters, Sulla (http://wiki.mechlivinglegends.net/images/thumb/8/89/Sulla.jpg/300px-Sulla.jpg) medium fighters, Jagatai (http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/DEUAAOSwLnBXU6P-/s-l300.jpg) heavy fighters and heavierKirghiz (http://ironwindmetals.com/store/images/btfighters/FT_019.jpg) fighters swarmed out of the Shadow Wolf['i]'s docking bay.
The faster Sulla pushed ahead, while the Y-wings and Jagatai acting as medium bombers covered the heavier, Kirghiz, which was an older design ,but very reliable.
_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
Amps got into her hover car and started it up, hoping it din't startle the dragon as she started to drive home.
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(Uh... kinda missed a few other spots, pal.)
*** DMCS Iron Regent, Tau Ceti Delta ***
"Not only do I not disapprove, I'm gonna send support of my own," K'torr said. "Jaesa, gather a boarding party; you will lead them and support our allies."
"As you wish, my love," Jaesa responded before she left to carry out K'torr's orders.
*** Flagship Chimera, In-Transit to Coruscant ***
Kyle chuckled softly, then leaned down and gently kissed Gypsie's cheek before making sure she was comfortable and then marching off to the bridge.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Fawn... I'm a dragon-shifter, not a Spartan. I don't have augs like that," Kyle told Fawn. "Come on - I'm buying." He then headed for the door.
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*** Flagship Chimera, In-Transit to Coruscant ***
After Kyle had gone away, Gyspie continued to talk in her sleep, her face turning to worry and sadness, "Why... why... why...", she would repeat the word until interrupted or asked why she was saying it, without waking her.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn held the door open to let Kyle go first, smiling as he passed him, "Alright alright! Lets just go... loser buys a meal~"
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_Tau Ceti Beta_
While the two forces pushed to engage each other , near Tau ceti delta, Nari piloting the Dropship Wolf's pup struggle to make an emergency landing. "We're still coming in to fast!!!" the co pilot yelled out . "SHADDUP!" Nari growled back, the dropship now through the atmosphere gaining some lift from the air rushing under the wings of the droship allowing it to fly slightly, though gliding a bit the heavy craft was going to go down either way, as the ship approched the sandy surface of Tau Ceti Beta, Nari quickly switch all engine power over to the verticle thrusters used to put the dropship in a hover for quick Vtol style takeoff or a quick hover for strike dropping of Mechs. The verticle thrusters all came on ,but not with enough power to keep the craft in a hover instead Nari carefully toned down the thrust to allow the dropship to come to rest on the sandy ground with a loud thud. With one disaster averted, the Silver vixen began to do a head count to make sure everyone was alright...
_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
"This will take awhile , it's a very complex code." Tigress informed Travis, as she worked, And don't look over my shoulder it bothers me" The large white she-tiger said.
_ Indari Manor _
"I'm fine what happened i just sneezed and went firefox for a second." Amie explained feeling something in her stomach "agh is that heartburn or are the babies going firefox too?" she asked.
_ Sandstorm Cantina_
"So what exactly brings you and your crew to this Rock?" Cindy asked.
"Their probably here for the science exbition to the north pole ,that or picking up the latest harvest of Guyole rubber." Lupe noted
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*** Tau Ceti Beta ***
Several blips would appear on the Wolf's Pup's radar, indicating multiple contacts inbound.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Travis averted his eyes, but still wondering why a woman like her...
NO! Travis told himself. This is not the time!
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You're on," Kyle chuckled as he stepped out of the Manor; the setting sun could be seen in the distance. "Oh, look at that!" he said. "Looks like you get to experience the Dragon'taan Night Life, Doc!" he told Fawn.
"I'd be surprised if the babies weren't; we already know they'll be dragon-shifters," Drake replied. "Want me to get something for the heartburn?"
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila City, Ma'hara ***
"As was said before - shore leave," Daniel said. "Starfleet felt we needed some down-time."
*** Flagship Chimera, in-transit to Coruscant ***
Some time later, Kyle would walk in and hear Gypsie talking in her sleep. He silently approached her, asking so quietly, "Why... why what? What are you dreaming about in there?"
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-Indari Manor-
"It's not hearburn." Amie noted "i think it's uhh... baby burn." Amie partially chuckled "Have you heard about that new girl, Nari I think?
-Tau Ceti Beta, Wolf's pup _-
Nari looked at the radar screen which was still functioning, grabbing what looked like a CB mic, pressing the button on the side "Gunners get to your stations we have contacts coming in fast'She said over the ship's comm, turning to the pilots as she put the mic down, "prep my Cheetah!" She almost growled at them, running out of the bridge towards the foward mechbay in the lower nose of the craft, meanwhile the main turret on the top of the Dropship came to life, the two side turrets on the upper part of each wing also coming online.
_ˆ_ Sandstorm Cantina _ˆ_
"Still doesn't explain why your on this rock." Cindy noted going back into her office on the other side of the bar counter.
_%- Tigress Armory -%_
Tigress turned her head to look at Travis "Something bugging you?' She asked.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn watched as the lights of the city turned on, a smile then coming over his face, "First time I've really seen this view without having been chased by the c- errr... nevermind that! Lets go!"
*** Flagship Chimera, in-transit to Coruscant ***
Gypsie would see a young boy in her dreams, "Why did you die, Ghin?... I was supposed to save you... and you...", Gypsie's mouth stayed agape, having stopped talking, but she was still susceptible to be talked to in her sleep.
_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
Felicity was a bit startled and bit into Amps' side as an impulse for something scaring her, and it incidentally drained a bit of electricity from her too, but not much.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Very well" Shoon and the party followed catching up just behind him him and another one of his party pushing the crates, the other correcting them when a box starts drifting into a wall.
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*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
It seemed like forever before they arrived at the main lab. "Listen up, ladies and gentlemen! We have been provided some new items to further our research into Neurotransmission technology!" Vokun boomed to the scientists and techs in the lab. "Treat them well, and do not break them. Daala."
"With all due respect, General - the last time was not my fault," Daala protested.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake frowned. "Who? Who is Nari, and why have I not heard of her?"
Kyle chuckled, catching Fawn's inadvertent reference, but not pressing the issue as he strode toward a heavily-modified, crimson-colored M12 LRV. He hopped into the driver's seat and waited for Fawn to get on board.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"No," Travis lied. "Just a bit... nervous. I don't know what's in those files."
*** Tau Ceti Beta ***
The sensor contacts would turn out to be DMC, dropping a number of units nearby. "We are under your command, Commander," a radio transmission would go out to the Wolf's Pup. "Just tell us where we're needed."
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila City, Ma'hara ***
"What part of 'Shore Leave' didn't she get?" Salleth sighed.
"No need to be rude, Salleth," Daniel lightly scolded her.
*** Flagship Chimera, in-transit to Coruscant ***
"What happened to you, Gypsie?" Kyle asked softly.
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-Sandstorm Cantina,Sheila City, Ma'hara-
"She means there's not much here to look at in Shiela city." Lupe noted, sipping away at her drink."It's a desert planet after all only the new guayole rubber and it's proximity to Dragon'taan Prime make it a strategic asset."The grey She-wolf noted."aside from the frozen pole, there's nothing but desert."
_ Tau Ceti Beta_
Nari was already inside her Arctic Cheetah (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/b5/65/3d/b5653d8306cdd01bcfe07f4670e293bc.jpg) Omnimech by the time the transmision came in from the DMC forces. "What part of light foot print do people not understand?" The Silver vixen asked slapping her hand into her face. "Very well land near the Wolf's pup and inform the fleet that we were shot down if you can get through whatever is jamming off-planet communications"Nari sighed, Radar picking up more contacts coming from the other direction.
"Commander, Imperial walkers approaching from the Aft, still out of range of our missles."
'Get the other four Mechwarriors in their mechs!" Nari commanded."full battle aleart cloaking on!"
_Indari Manor_
"Nari is an odd silver vixen created as the perfect jedi hunter." Amie began
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn hopped onto the passenger's seat, buckling in and smiling at Kyle before turning on the radio, then the only song that ever comes on started (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2c7tZc792U), "The hell!? Every single warthog plays this!?"
*** Flagship Chimera, in-transit to Coruscant ***
Gypsie whined in her sleep, "Dark.. cold... One light...", she then went silent, her left leg twitching when she did, however, she did still breath heavily.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Shoon couldn't help but giggle from behind a crate while pushing it into the room.
He gave a smack to the box and it dropped slowly to the floor and with the help of the party so did the other, after a couple of seconds of just staring at the boxes Shoon and the others lifted the lid off and placed it on the floor, revealing smaller smooth white boxes inside, from the ones on the top you could see labels with part names glowing in light blue light from the wall of each small box.
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*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The scientists and techs started to approach Shoon and his crew. "So what are we looking at, here?" Daala asked from the head of the formation.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Dear god..." Kyle grumbles as he switches the channel to something else (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ToHo29kD9Go (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ToHo29kD9Go)) "... I swear to god, if Drake pulls that stunt one more time..." he growled. He started going down the driveway.
"Really?" Drake asked. "Hnh - surprised dad never spoke of her. What about her?"
*** Flagship Chimera, in-transit to Coruscant ***
Kyle reached over and gently stroked Gypsie's cheek, letting a soothing wave of the Force roll from his hand in an effort to comfort her. He was tempted to climb into bed with her, wrap her up in his arms, but how well would she take that, he wondered?
*** Sandstorm Cantina,Sheila City, Ma'hara ***
"Oh, that. Well, it wasn't my idea to come here," Daniel stated. "That was my crew's idea. They wanted a desert race with some of the surplus vehicles and some custom designs that some of the crew had in storage. Made a pit-stop in Federation Space to pick them up before we came here."
K'var belched loudly. "I have to admit, though - I fear that they might turn the race into a derby," he said as he patted his chest.
*** Tau Ceti Orbit ***
"Deploy the TIE Marauders!" K'torr barked, "And bring the Havoc Bombers on Standby!" The DMC Fleet under General K'torr readied for combat with the Imperial Fleet on the other side of the planet.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
A massive blip appeared on the long-range sensors of the ships and stations orbiting the Sangheili home world. Under different circumstances, this would be cause for alarm - but the "blip" sent out identification stating who they all were and why they were coming. Suffice to say, Thel was relieved, and very happy that his nephew, Luro, was coming home. He was initially startled at the report that was sent, but quickly became confident and understandably proud. His nephew, whom he'd given up as dead, was not only very much alive, but blessed with the Force and had carved out his own faction from Odessen - a world Thel intended to visit later.
So when the allied fleets of the UNSC, Sangheili, and United Star League - Luro's faction - appeared in orbit, he was ready to respond when an open line went out: "This is Grand Admiral Luro 'Taralum... Uncle Thel... I have returned home."
"It is good to have you back among us, Luro," Thel said. "Please - come down to 'Vadam Keep. We have much to discuss. And you two, as well, Zuko and Andrew."
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn smiled at the sudden change in the music, "Nice~", he then lightly tapped the hood of the car, "Let goooo~!"
*** Flagship Chimera, in-transit to Coruscant ***
Gypsie would slowly calm down, her breathing slowing to a very low volume as her hand lightly touched Kyle's, tugging on his hand slightly despite her still being asleep.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle drove to the Holodeck District, and parked at one place that was modeled after a Bowling Alley. "What was the deal? Loser buys dinner? Did you have a place in mind, or were you hoping I would?"
*** Flagship Chimera, in-transit to Coruscant ***
Kyle let Gypsie guide his hand, still radiating calm for her. "It's okay, Gypsie - I'm right here," he whispered softly.
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_Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
"She's part of the NCC, which might exlpain it." Amie noted "I hear she's skilled over 20 jedi mostly Dark." The vixen explained, hand over her lower stomach.
_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
Tigress continued to decode the files, looking over her shoulder again to make sure Travis wasn't 'hovering' over her.
_Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila City, Ma'hara_
"with wheels?"Lupe asked.
--+ Sangheilos Orbit +--
One of the Sangheili near Luro looked a little odd not only in her posture ,but her eyes. She was no threat to Luro nor the ship or, Sangheilios, she just looked odd.
_Tau Ceti Beta_
The Wolf's pup bay doors opened, two on the side, and one in the nose revealing the 5 Arctic Cheetah's that walked down the ramps loud thuds heard as the metal feet of the battlmechs stepped on the metal ramps.
Nari turned her battlemech to face the enemy walkers. Behemoths (https://cdna.artstation.com/p/assets/images/images/001/161/538/large/adam-dotlacil-progress-gamma.jpg?1441310723), AT-ATs, AT-STs, AT-PT's and some smaller AT-RTs all with odd black metal hulls, red high lights , and Sith troopers (https://www.google.com/search?q=Sith+trooper&tbm=isch&oq=Sith+trooper&gs_l=mobile-heirloom-serp.3..0l5.404104.412202.0.412838.40.22.0.3.3.9.867.5333.1j4j4j2j2j2j1.16.0....0...1c.1.34.mobile-heirloom-serp..35.5.465.9DP_8t0_eGA#mhpiv=6&spf=5) on the AT-Rt's and some on the ground.
_Tau Ceti Delta, High Orbit_
The Dmc forces had the upper hand due to the mech grade weapons on board, like the Extended Range Particle Projectile Cannons. The Y-wings carried standard lasers and ion cannons.
Meanwhile a Isegrim (https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSC_l1Fd6vLtkFAJE-dOF3qwDL2U2kXX3OGMYk4CQVAsjGGT6KOhZ95m9u1) Dropship with a boarding parties and Captain Firey on board rushed out of the 'Shadow' towards the nearest star destroyer.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked up at the building, "Since I haven't been here in a long time, I've forgotten the restaurants, so I guess you have choice of building... just one of us has to pay... but ties are split the bill... C'mon, lets head in... doesn't look like many people are here yet.", Fawn was quite happy about this as he had a hop in his step, his tail flicking in the air in excitement.
*** Flagship Chimera, in-transit to Coruscant ***
Gypsie did not pull anymore in any direction, she just held his hand, her body giving occasional shakes as she slept.
((Alex, I did put up a response to Felicity in the truck)
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Is that ri--" Drake started, before he noticed where Amie's hand was. "Honey, are you okay?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle followed Fawn, went into the bowling alley, and paid for both of them before they would walk up to their assigned lane. "Prepare to lose tragically," he taunted Fawn as he grabbed a bowling ball.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Having since sat down, Travis seemed to have fallen asleep. But he would twitch almost constantly, a sign he was having an uneasy REM cycle.
*** Tau Ceti Beta ***
The "Groundbreaker"s - giant, turtle-looking vehicles with All-Terrain, crab-like legs, crawled forward, their spinal-mounted, long-range plasma artillery cannons glowing as they prepared to take shots.
*** Tau Ceti Beta Orbit ***
Several TIE Marauders formed up near - but not around - the drop ship, in an effort not to give it's position away. Meanwhile, the DMC ships prepared to unleash hell on the approaching Imperial Forces, wherever they were...
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
Luro directed his attention to the strange Sangheili. "Are you alright?" he asked her.
*** Flagship Chimera, In-Transit to Coruscant ***
Kyle simply stroked her wrist, and eventually thought, What the hell... and slipped into bed with her, wrapping her up in his arms to keep her warm and comfortable.
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila City, Ma'hara ***
"Yes," Daniel said. He indicated the orange drinks nearby. "Are those orange cream sodas, or just standard orange sodas?"
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_ USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit _
"I- I'm fine" The Sangheili replied seeming to have problems balancing.
_Indari Manor_
"What? Putting my hand here automatically means something's wrong?" Amie asked a bit of annoyance in her voice, taking a deep breath she continued. "I'm fine"
-Tau Ceti Beta-
The Wolf's pup fired off missles as the walkers got into range destroying most of the lighter AT-RT walkers damaging At-PT's and lightly damaging some of the AT-STs, and causing light damage on one of the heavier AT-ATs , but the heavier Behemoths seemed to shrug off the missles.
"Looks like those aren't standard walkers, fire those plasma cannons at the heaviest walkers see if you can at least slow them down." Nari commanded her 'star' of five Arctic cheetah battlemechs starting to run towards the walkers so they could close into their other weapon's ranges , some fireing a few salvo's of missles taking out more of the lighter walkers and further damaging the already damaged AT-AT, which appeared to almost limp.
-Tau Ceti Beta orbit-
"Still no word from the Wolf's pup. We're sending in reinforcements." Said the commanding officer on the ' Shadow ' another leopard launching from it's bays.
The DMC fighters had almost eliminated the 'Zaarin' TIEs, only a handful of the more advanced Defender and new 'X' models remained. A small group of the heavier fighters and Y-wing's broke off from the main group heading towards a star destroyer that had broken off from the fleet attempting to head down to the surface, and cover the second Leopard the Shadow's Bite .
-- USVl Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit.---
"I-I'm fine." the Female Sangheili replied, hand reaching to her left mandible like jaws.
-- Federation Space , Klingon/Federation Boarder--
Suddenly a small fleet of Klingon birds of prey and two battle cruisers uncloaked, shooting at any vessels entering the sector that were not Klingon with intent to kill. The ships seemily coming out of nowhere and not responding to any hails, though one bird of prey had an odd black hull with red lights and front window, Cloaking just as soon as it de-cloaked.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn smiled and grabbed a bowling ball, looking at Kyle, "Keep dreaming, buddy~". The lane chimed and showed Fawn going first on the lane, and Fawn took a few long minutes, aiming his bowling ball down the lane before flexing his arm and pranced to the line before swinging it over his shoulder and down to the ground in a windmill motion before releasing it down the lane, it going painfully slow as Fawn walked back and crossed his arms, watching the ball go down the lane slowly, "Wait for it... Wait foorrr itt...", then as the ball reached the pins, it knocked a side one, knocking it over to then make the other pins fall over.
Then in a fistpump motion, timed perfectly, the lane chimed with a loud "STRRRRIIIKKKEEE!!", and clearly Fawn was clearly ecstatic.
*** Flagship Chimera, In-Transit to Coruscant ***
When Kyle climbed into the bed, he would quickly find out that she was naked again, and that she would have turned around to nuzzle into his chest, her tails wrapping around him, her tails being unbelievably soft due to how proud her species is of their tails.
***Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
As Amps and Felicity drove off, Felicity's attention was caught by something nearby as she hopped to the edge of the truck and went to jump off towards a far off alleyway, all the way on the other side of the highway they were on.
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--- DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"In each one there are multiple Nuerotranssmitors and all of the tech required to install them. Provided that they have a similar structure to us that is"
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*** UNSC Allegiance ***
"We must warn him that something else is stirring in this galaxy - what it is, I cannot say," Luro responded as the Allegiance made the jump into slipspace. "But it must be great indeed to cause such a tremor in the Force."
((Well hell, it's been a while since I've had time to post here. But I'm back with a job and time to post))
** UNSC Allegiance **
Blaine clutched his chest harness and held back his nausea from the jump into slipspace. Once he regained his state, he lit a cigarette and sat down at one of the terminals by the captain's seat.
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(Glad to have you back, Blaine. First - what happened to you? Second - we have since arrived at Sangheilios in your absence. Sorry, thought something had happened to you. But we haven't gotten very far in that part of the story, so you're just in time.)
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"It would help if we knew the capabilities of your tech," Daala commented. "And the exact specifications it entails."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Hey, relax! I was just asking," Drake assured Amie. "I just don't want anything bad to happen to you or the babies."
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah?" Kyle chuckled as the pins were set up for his turn. "Eat this." He bowled the ball down the lane, scoring a strike just as Fawn did. "I can already tell this is gonna go on all night," he chuckled.
Nearby, a middle-aged Dragonarian man nudged Fawn. "If you beat High General Indari, you'd be a celebrity here; no one ever has - not even his own wife. His son came close, though."
*** Flagship Chimera, In-Transit to Coruscant ***
Kyle kept Gypsie close to him, letting her snuggle. He soon found himself drifting off to sleep. He had no idea how long he'd been out before he began twitching and gently stirring as his mind went to another place.
He saw smoke, fire, and death. Blue-striped Clone Troopers swarmed into the Jedi Temple, shooting dead every last person with a lightsaber. He found himself running, taking down clone troops that got in his way. He skidded to a stop when he saw a familiar clone, who raised his rifle to fire, and just as the weapon discharged...
Kyle awoke with a barely-stifled gasp, nearly shouting as a single line echoed in his head:
"Execute Order 66..."
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"You don't look fine," Luro told the female. "You seem a bit... unstable. Are you certain you don't need to visit the infirmary?"
*** Tau Ceti Beta ***
The Groundbreakers opened fire on command, sending several plasma shells at the ATATs, ATSTs, and the Behemoth. Two of the ATATs took two or more plasma shells and simply died - one missing it's head, the other taking it in the legs and toppling over. Two of the ATSTs took shells in the only place they could - the head. They simply were blown apart by one shell each. A few shells hit the Behemoth, and the effect...
*** Tau Ceti Orbit ***
"All ships, select your targets, prepare to fire long-range ordinance on my command," K'torr ordered to the DMC units under his command. As Zaarin's fleet would become visible, the allied fleet would lock weapons on them, ready to fire on command.
*** Federation Space, Federation/Klingon Border ***
The resident ships in the area were caught completely off-guard, so much so that half went down in flames in the initial attack. The few escort ships that were there managed to raise shields, but it was not enough against this surprise attack. The attack would leave no survivors, and though a distress call went out, no one would be left to save...
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn brought a hand to his head and rubbed behind his ear, "I think it will.. welp... my turn!", following the same path he had before, Fawn rolled the ball again and it got the same result, "How about this, when the game's over, we'll go get some sushi and split the bill."
*** Flagship Chimera, In-Transit to Coruscant ***
Just as Kyle was waking up he would find Gypsie sitting atop him, clothed, shaking him to get him to wake up, "Kyle! Kyle!", and as she saw his eyes open, Gypsie fell on him and hugged him, stroking his head, "It's okay...it's okay... you're safe now..."
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-Sandstorm cantina, Shiela Ceity, Ma'hara.-
"Have fun with that ,but the podraces around her are more fun in my opinion, but their more dangerous." Lupe noted.
-Amp's home,Dragon'taan.The yellow Vixen opened the door of her car stepping foot into her garage she walked over to a cylindrical object and pressed a button on it, the middle section of the cylinder glowing yellow as it came on "here eat from this." Amps told the little dragon, Felicity.
- Indari Manor ,Drakes room, Dragon'taan -
"I'm pregnant honey, i'm gonna be..."she sneezed turning into a being made purely of fire like a sun burning bright in the room, changing back a second later and holding her abdomen with both hands " prone to mood swings, gah that burns." She finished.
_Tau Ceti Beta, surface _
The Behemoth that had been hit by the plasma rounds was somewhat crippled one of it's front legs falling to the ground ,but the main hull somehow heavily shielded, was still intact for the most part.
Nari's 'star' of mechs moved in, avoiding fire, by either using their jump jets to quickly jump to the side or simply leaning out of the way as they got closer to the enemie walkers, Nari the first to reach the line of remaining walkers jumped her mech ontop of one of the behemoths and fired lasers at point blank range into the hull pulse lasers 'pulsing' on and off as it cut through the thick sheilding and then the hull of the undamage behemoth, the other Arctic cheetah mechs jumping onto the remaing walkers 2 onto another behemoth and the other 2 each on a seperate AT-AT doing the same using their 'pulse' lasers to cut through the hull of the behemoth and the heads off the AT-AT's.
One AT-ATs head fell to the ground with a loud thump and clang of metal throwing up dust, cut off by the pulse lasers from a 'cheetah' the body falling down, the 'cheetah' somehope manverable enough to keep balanced on the falling body's back, walking onto the side of the hull as it fell over, throwing up dust all around the decaptiated walker body, the cheetah bent over to jump, it's jump jet's pushing it higher into the air, as the pilot fired missles at the body of the AT-AT causing it to explode the explosion catching the Decaptiated head in it's eruption leaving a smoldering mess as the Cheetah came back down using it's jump jets to slow it's decent.
The Last AT-AT suffered a similar fate, but the behemoths, continued despite the ' cheetah' Omnimechs on their backs ,however they seemed to be slowly losing power moving slower and slower as the mechs cut deeper into their hull, leaving only the partially cripped 5 legged Behemoth now in front of it's allied walkers to charge towards the 'pup' and it's allies.
"Alright fire for effect target Gamma that last behemoth we'll finish off these.
_- Tau Ceti Beta, Orbit -_
the group of y-wings, Jagatai and Kirghiz fighters, began their assault on the Star destroyer trying to make it's way planet side unleashing their Wyverm Torpedos at the Star Destroyer quickly Crippling it. two of it's engines fluttering as their power was lost by the high powered bombs hitting it's hull it's sheilds seeming to not even exist.
the rest of the Zaarin fleet stayed putt though on board the super star destroyer retreat plans were being made
"Is the Nava computer ready yet?" An admiral asked the helmsment. " just a few more minutes!.
Meanwhile Captain Firey's Isegrim penetrated the shields of it's target Star destroyer heading straight for the docking bay shooting down any Tie fighters that pursued it and almost blasting it's way through the force field that held air in the ship,setting down it's boarding ramp opened releasing a mixed group of DMC Spartan super soldiers, Clone Marines and Elemental power armored troops (http://ironwindmetals.com/store/images/btbattletroops/20-950.jpg) into the Star destroyer , the captain in one of the Elementals herself.
_ ** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit **_
"No, thank you but i'm fine." the Sangheili replied , her form chaging, becoming a foot shorter and more furry, Now a tall digitigrade vixen "I apologize for the deception, Shipmaster , i'm here under orders from General Indari-Tokarev. Something big is going on ,and i've been assigned to your ship on a mostly intellgence gathering mission" Amber explained."However do not consider me weak I can fight on my own not only am I an intellgence agent I'm also an elite commando."
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((Honestly, I got writer's block and then got pretty depressed. But I, in the meanwhile, got a job as a cook and am feeling a lot better. Sorry about leaving for that long, it wasn't cool. Is there anything I need to be caught up on?))
** Sangheilios Orbit (I assume from the last post?) **
Blaine brushed his ONI uniform off, then began to fidget with his sleeves. His hands were sweaty and shaky, he had to focus just to light his cigarette. The rush of war had finally left his body, leaving shellshock and memories of the last few battles. He took a deep breath and set off to find Zuko & Andrew before departing to Sangheilios' surface.
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(If you had time, I'd suggest reading from your last post. My memory is bad sometimes, so I couldn't tell you off the top of my head everything that's been going on since you vanished. I do know that the Quest to find the Eternal Fleet might factor in to the coming plot Alex has cooked up.)
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
It wouldn't be hard for Blaine to find Zuko and Andrew; they were standing next to the command shuttle. Andrew spotted Blaine first, then waved him over. "Been waiting on you - come on!" he shouted.
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila City, Ma'hara ***
"Oh, hell," Salleth chuckled. "Better keep that bit to yourself; if Ensign Katarr finds out..."
"... I'll never hear the end of it," Daniel grumbled. "Seriously though - are those sodas orange cream, or just orange?"
*** Tau Ceti Beta ***
The Groundbreakers complied, while the heavy tanks and Kbots moved in to support Nari's forces.
*** Tau Ceti Beta Orbit ***
Having been alerted to the boarding action, K'torr and his forces bombarded the ships escorting the target, while Jaesa and her boarding party moved in on one of the other hangars of the target Star Destroyer.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"I see," Luro said. He motioned his head to a Sith Pureblood standing atop the command platform. "Can you coordinate with my XO while I'm down planetside?"
*** Drake and Amie's room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"So I imagine - do we have anything to offset that? It looks irritatingly painful," Drake responded. "Or would you rather me bring you another drink?"
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Fair enough - but only if this ends in a tie," Kyle said. He bowled the ball, and knocked down all but one. "Can't win 'em all, Anna always says..." he muttered.
*** Flagship Chimera, Nearing Coruscant ***
Kyle was close to tears when he woke, shaking violently and looking pale. He clung to Gypsie, seemingly in fear, as he whimpered softly, "Execute... Order... 66..." He made no mention of what it was, merely repeating it now and then as he shook, teetering on the brink of breaking down.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine put on a smirk on his face, holding back the flashes in his mind. He walked over to Andrew and ran a hand through his own hair before talking. "Sorry, got held up at the armory. Some box-kicker wanted to argue over how many magazines I took," He lied. In truth, he spent his time in his quarters, remembering the dead ODST on Sedra and his squad in New Mombassa.
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*New Berlin*
Fayam smiled with just a hint of cruelty. He asked: "Hmm... This is alcoholic, isn't it?"
*In-transit*
The copilot mumbled: "Something is interrupting our signals. But who or what?" Anna replied: "Whoever caused this won't have good intent. I... actually... think..." She pulled with the corner of her mouth. In a quick decision she yanked on the helm of Faith and it changed course towards Anthraxx Galaxy. The copilot yelled: "HEY! You can't just-" Anna cut him: "I'm going to do what I should've done when I came to Gaia earlier." "And what about-" "I'll just get myself a loan."
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-guards stopped firing. "But then... What could..." "Oh, don't be so negative. Get contact." "Yer' right, actually. ask 'em what they want." "Ok, Ok! Tomahawk to unknown Borg ships, please clarify your intentions!"
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_+** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit **+_
"If you don't need me on the ground." Amber replied walking over to the sith pureblood to assist him. " 'Walk me through the controls ,please." she asked.
-_Tau Ceti Beta, Orbit,_-
The Unyielding Nexu the star destroyer ,that attempted to makw planet fall was caught in the gravity well of the nearby planet, it's engines failing the ship began to decend rapidly into the atmosphere of the planet. The fighters that had bombed it returning to the rest of the group.
+--_ Star Destroyer Ysalamir _ --+
Zaarin stormtroopers and DMC/NCC forces battled for control of the ship, though the standard stormtroopers were taken out pretty easily the only issues the boarding parties faced were large dark armored Dark troopers.
Flare Firery the captain of the Shadow Wolf was in the middle with a fight with a couple of such troopers.
"How is the rest of the squad doing?" She asked over her boarding parties comm, using the laser arm of her elemental to fire at the group of 3 Dark troopers down the hallway. a few blaster bolts hitting her sheilds, causing them to flicker as she took cover around a corner. "Damn those Dark trooper armors must be made of Phrik alloy, my laser is having a hard time getting through it." The captain Grumbled, waiting a moment before stepping into the middle of the hallway, sheilds flaring as she took fire ,letting loose two missles from the elementals missle launche, before jumping back into cover, the missles only taking out one of the three dark troopers." I need some backup in cor.." She stopped as a Dark trooper entered the room she was in.
Charging at, then grappling with the dark trooper she used the Elemental's claw to tear the armor apart, knocking the troopers weapon out of the armor's hand , strong claw of the elemetal easily able to tear the droid armor apart p ,but at this range she was very vulnereble.
trying to end it quickly she used the machine gun mounted on the same arm as the manipulating claw shooting into the Dark trooper armor killing the operator, however the armor still fucntioned on it's own.
"Dangit where's the power supply." Flare grumbled as she grappled with the Droid armor...
_Tau Ceti Beta, Surface_
The plasma artillery hit the damaged Behemoth it's sheilds not having enough remaining power to with stand the blast the hull buckling to the blast, power failing and leg's breaking the Behemoth fell to it's side with a lound thud of metal throwing up sand around it's frame.
Meanwhile the Cheetah's delt with the last two firing off lasers at the fleeing troopers. "Their in full retreat, let's go examine that acadamy before they regroup and come back" Nari commanded. "If you have a repair team see if you can fix the 'pup's' engines, meanwhile send a group to come with me to the acadamy i want to get any data files they have on records if any are there." the silver vixen added, postitioning her battlmech to head to the Academy in the distance.
_ Indari Manor, Drake and Amie's room,Dragon'taan_
"Just drink." Amie replied simply
_ Sandstorm Cantina, Shiela City, Ma'hara _
"pretty sure the label says Orange Soda." Lupe replied simply.
-
Flagship Chimera, In Transit to Coruscant***
Gypsie held and rubbed Kyle's head to try and comfort him, "Be still... be still... you are safe...", in his ear she would continually repeat those phrases, wrapping her tails around him because who doesn't like something soft for comfort.
Holodeck district Bowling alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan * * *
Fawn snickered but let out a disappointed sigh as he did the same as Kyle, "Goddammit... we may be here for I while... I wonder of they'll let us stay here... or better yet have people bet on us on who'll win!"
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*** Flagship Chimera, approaching Coruscant ***
Kyle continued to cling to Gypsie, but less and less as he calmed down in her arms. Finally, he whispered, "I saw it again... Order 66..."
*** Holodeck District Bowling Alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh, I'll get in on that action!" one of the patrons laughed.
"Dear god, Doc, what have you done?" Kyle chuckled in amusement as he bowled and nailed all but two of the pins.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake headed for the kitchen to get some more fruit punch, then returned with a much larger glass of it. "Here you are, honey." he glanced over at the movie, which was rolling credits. "Want to watch another one?"
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Well, come on, get aboard - I don't want to keep Thel waiting," Andrew said. Zuko was already marching onto the shuttle.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
Luro headed down to the hangar bay, intent on boarding a drop ship to head down to Sangheilios while Amber coordinated with his XO - Krannus.
Krannus looked at Amber. "You are bold to be here under disguise," he complimented her. "And the controls are no different than that of a Federation Vessel - just on a holographic screen. Not much to walk through to get used to them."
*** Star Destroyer Ysalamir, Tau Ceti Beta Orbit ***
It would be a complete surprise when lightning would lash out and electrocute the Dark Trooper, while it's comrades were attacked from behind - by a party of DMC Commandos with Mandalorian weaponry meant for heavy damaged to all targets - even droids. Several of the Commandos were holding shoulder-mounted anti-droid rocket launchers.
*** Tau Ceti Beta Orbit ***
The fleet continued to fire on Zaarin's forces, avoiding the boarded Star Destroyer but attacking anything near it to keep it effectively cut off from support.
*** Tau Ceti Beta Surface ***
"Copy that - engineers are already arriving at the Wolf's Pup, and Kbot and Heavy Tank companies are moving for the academy grounds," the DMC Commander reported to Nari.
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila City, Ma'hara***
"In that case, may I have some?" Daniel asked.
"Ma'am, do you have anything to eat around here?" Salleth asked, before blushing as she realized where she was. "Never mind, do you have a menu I can look at?"
*** Base Alpha, New Berlin ***
"Indeed," the Tal Shiar agent sighed. "Commander wants me 'sober for the arrival of Cerberus, lest I belt out vital info,' whatever that means. I swear, the rebels around here are more cynical than Empress Sela ever was! Even Admiral Arai wasn't so mistrusting!"
*** In-Transit ***
The escorting warships changed course to follow Anna and the Faith. A single text message went to her computers: "Transmissions being jammed. Unknown Source. Watch for gravity well fields."
As though on cue, the entire group would be torn from FTL Speed and dropped onto the lap of an Interdictor Star Destroyer - surrounded by a group of completely alien vessels.
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They made no transmissions, but all had their weapons locked on the Faith. Apart from that, they made no hostile gesture.
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
The Borg ships answered: "Attention, all ships orbiting Tomahawk - this is General Korok of the Borg Cooperative. There is a large fleet of warships from the Human Trader State en route here - they intend to raze your planet. We have come to offer assistance."
"General, this is Captain Dax - do those ships have ion trails like this?" Dax transmitted the Ion Trail his fleet had picked up earlier. There was a brief pause before Korok answered,
"Indeed - that is them. Their method of Faster-Than-Light speed - via 'Phase Drives' similar to Hyperspace Technology - is substantially slower than other methods, and definitely slower than our Transwarp Drives. Regardless, you have an hour before they arrive. We came to offer assistance."
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** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine nodded and stepped on board, finding a seat. He groaned as he sat down, rubbing his shoulder. "Still sore from everything," Blaine sighed.
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*** Flagship Chimera, descending to Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
Gypsie hushed him and held him tighter, "It's fine... that's the past... and it was so long ago... please.. forget those memories... I hate to see you so hurt, my love...", then, in a cold sweat, Kyle would find himself looking up at the ceiling as two glowing hands floated away, the actions she had done in the dream having been figments of Kyle's imagination, but once Kyle would come to his senses Gyspie would stand and walk out to the main corridor and towards the kitchen, poking what she thought was a screen, "Gemini? You there?"
Gypsie had put a small lock on the door to Kyle's quarters as she wanted him to rest.
*** Holodeck District Bowling Alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn bowled just after Kyle and got the same out come as him, "Eh... it's just a friendly bit of gambling.", Fawn then took off his helmet and put a piece of paper between as a divider, "This side is his, and this one is my side..."
-
**-- USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit -**
"was trying to fit in." Amber noted. "I-I've never been in a federation ship." the white vixen blushed. "Does this ship have a gravity lift?" she asked "always wanted to try one of those."
--Amp's home, Dragon'taan --
"Dragon?" Hello? Nana?" amps called out for the dragon looking around for her. "That dragon is gonna get itself killed if it keeps draining energy from Vital systems." Amps sighed
-Indari Manor, Dragon'taan -
Amie nodded, her muzzle already against the glass chugging down her drink.
Tau, Ceti Beta, Surface__
Nari's Arctic cheetah stopped near the Sith Academy grounds, the mech kneeling down, Nari opening the cockpit and throwing a rope ladder down, the silver vixen soon sliding down it to the ground. "I've got a bad feeling about this." She muttered her group of specially trained clone commandos soon walking up to her from their own 'parked cheetahs' " Alright, Vornskr Squadron you know the drill, stay near me and keep your eyes out for any force users, is your squad ready ,Fenris? She asked the squadron commander , who nodded in responce. Nari then went silent using the clone trooper hand signal to move in, the silver vixen moving ahead to the acadamy building, heading inside, Vornskr squad right behind her, the 5 of them acting like a well trained team.
--Tau Ceti beta Orbit--
the fighters launched from the 'Shadow' regrouped and continued to harras any remaining Zaarin ships.
"General I'm picking up some odd sensor reading's it's as if there are Klingon ships cloaked on the other side of Zaarin's fleet." Said the sensor officer on board the Shadow Wolf.
(--_ Star destroyer Ysalimiri _-)
"Thanks, but I had it, let's get to the bridge!" Captain Firey replied pointing the way to the nearest turbolift.
Meanwhile Clone commandos, and Spartan's carrying the assault rifles from the Dark troopers and others with their standard weapons conintued to subdue the rest of the ship
__ Tigeress Armory, Dragon'taan. __
"Wow that's uhh.. , scary." The large she-tige said finsihed decoding the message, moving back to let Travis read,
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*** Command Shuttle, UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Aren't we all," Andrew sighed, getting seated himself. Once everyone was seated, he called out to the Pilot, "Take it away, Ensign."
"Aye, sir," the pilot said from the cockpit.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Indeed it does," Krannus chuckled. "Most first-time users usually upchuck after a trip up or down. I know I did."
*** Tau, Ceti Beta, Surface ***
The Kbot/Heavy Tank force met Nari's force soon after they entered the Academy, and began setting up a perimeter, and at the head of the formation were a pair of Orcone Shielded Heavy Battlemechs.
*** Tau Ceti Beta Orbit ***
On board the Iron Regent, the Science officer got the same readings. K'torr wondered to himself, amidst fighting Zaarin's forces...
... what were Klingon ships doing here?
*** Tigeress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Travis read over the files, and as he did, his face paled, his stomach tied itself into a knot, and he clutched his chest as though he were about to have a heart attack. He slowly looked up, barely able to walk away from the computer in complete shock. He could barely breathe.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Easy, darling," Drake chuckled, "You're gonna make yourself sick doing that."
*** Holodeck District Bowling Alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The night would continue on, with Kyle and Fawn bowling. It was getting heated, and the last bowl was on Kyle first, then Fawn. "This has been a fun game, doc," Kyle complimented Fawn. "Ready for this?"
*** Flagship Chimera, descending to Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
"I am here, Gypsie," Gemini responded. "How can I help you?"
After waking from the dream and realizing what happened was just that, Kyle laid back down and laid still. Would it really be so bad, he wondered...?
-
---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"The Nuerotranssmitors allow for faster thinking, better memory, instant telecommunication without needing to move a muscle. connection to the mass network. They also allow connection to the networks, yours will not be connected to our network unless specifically allowed, and access to somebody's senses with their permission of course" Shoon began to pace around while talking "The device also allows you to minimize the amount of extreme emotion somebody may have for the better such as depression, anxiety, panic and the such".
-
***Holodeck District Bowling alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan * * *
Fawn gave a large yawn and walked over to the alley player console and set the pins up to be a rear split, "Last bowl... first to get both pins with One ball wins... ready, Kyle?"
***Flagship Chimera, descending to Coruscant dock 14-A***
Gypsie jumped back as she heard the voice, saying under her breath, "I'll never get used to that..", she then spoke normally, "Can you make sure Kyle stays in his room... he's very ill and I would prefer he sleeps off this sickness... it's a fever I think... but he may also have vertigo... along with some troubling memories.. also, could you direct me to the kitchen... and if you'd like, you can help me make a new dish!"
*** Amps' home, Dragon'taan ***
Felicity was outside, literally inside Amps' car, sucking some, but not all of the power inside the car before dripping out of the radio and then curling up on the seat, sleeping soundly, however she was eminating a high amount of light that could be compared to the brightness of a light bulb at a close distance.
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** Command Shuttle, UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine stood up and walked to the windshield, examining Sangheilios and it's surface. "Only saw Sangheilios in intel briefings and that was just photos. It's a lot more beautiful in person." He said, shaking his left hand slightly.
-
_ USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit_
"always wanted to try one of those." Ambre noted.
_ Sandstorm Cantina, Shiela City, Ma;hara _
"I don't work here." Lupe noted
"If your willing to pay for it." Cindy noted coming out of her office "I apologize i just opened the place, i don't have any employees yet." the sand colored vixen replied grabbing the orange cola.
- Sith Acadamy, Tau Ceti Beta _
Nari signaled with her hands for Vornskr squadron to break off and look for the objective on their own, Nari and the squad then seperated from each other..
_Tau Ceti Beta , Orbit_
While the crippled Unyielding Nexu continued on a crash course with the surface of the planet, the Super Star destroyer Vong Retreated into hyper space.
Meanwhile the remaining ships of the Zaarin fleet aside from the Ysalamiri found themselves flanked by uncloaking Klingon warships of various models mostly birds of prey ,but they all sported an odd paint scheme of Black with red highlights, just as soon as they appeared and attacked, the mysterious Klingon vessels vanished re-cloaking, leaving the remaining Zaarin forces in ruins, not even able to counter attack. The only surviving ships of the Zaarin fleet being the escaped Vong and the boarded Ysalamiri.
_Star destroyer Ysalamiri, Tau Ceti Beta Orbit _
a squad of 4 Elementals led by Captain Firey cleared the bridge of any remaining officers only a few escaping, 'Firey' begining to set up the AI system that would run the ship and send it back to DMC space."Firey to fleet we've captured the bridge." She said over the comm , looking outside into the debri field of zaarin ship wreakage "What just happened?"
_Drake's room, Indari manor, Dragon'taan_
"mmm MMM!" Amie responded, still drinking.
_Tigress' Armory Dragon'taan_
"What's Wrong?"The large she-tiger asked, Travis moving near him.
_Krystal's room, Krystal's mansion, New Cerinia _
Legs crossed and sitting down , the blue Vixen known as Krystal Indari-Tokarev, suddenly opened her eyes wide ears shooting up, slowly getting to her feet. "Markus? did you feel that?" She asked looking for her husband a inverted fur pattern white tiger.
_Klingon Space ,Romulan boarder_
A random strike fleet of romulan warbirds appeared on the Klingon side of the boarder shooting any vessles in the area , trying very hard to leave no survivors, before vanishing
_Federation space, Jupiter_
a federation design vessel registering as the USS KIrk, suddenly uncloaked near the federation base near the gas giant of Jupiter and fired Disruptors and quantum torpedos at the base, before cloaking again.
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*** Holodeck District Bowling alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle bowled the ball down the lane at a high speed. The ball nailed the left pin, which grazed the right pin, and it wobbled, and for a moment, it seemed victory was Kyle's, before the pin stabilized and stood still.
"Your move, Doc - can you do what no one has ever done before in this place?" Kyle asked with an amused smile, clearly having enjoyed the stint bowling with the good doctor.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You know, I wonder - do you have anything against Tropical Punch?" Drake asked.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Can it be used to augment school learning in children?" one of the female techs asked.
"I, too, am curious on that aspect," Vokun admitted. "That's one of the fields we've been working on: Can it be used with children in school? It would solve a variety of problems, especially in the areas of children with learning disorders or other such barriers."
*** Amps' home, Dragon'taan ***
Nearby, a dark figure approached the car Felicity was in. He was dressed in the attire of an agent of the Romulan Republic, but he was armed with a disruptor rifle. He slowly approached the car, rifle raised, trying to ascertain what exactly the anomaly he was looking at was.
*** Krystal's room, Krystal's mansion, New Cerinia ***
"I felt it," Markus said solemnly. "It would seem... a new threat has risen. What it is, I cannot say, but this... is something new."
***Flagship Chimera, descending to Coruscant dock 14-A***
"The kitchen Kyle uses ordinarily is located in his quarters," Gemini responded, "And my attention is required to make sure this ship doesn't crash. We were cleared for docking ten minutes ago - we're orbiting Coruscant. If you need assistance cooking, however, I can send Hector to assist you. He has cooked meals for the Captain before when he was ill - and he can be very persuasive in keeping him from leaving his quarters in such a case."
Kyle drifted back to sleep soon enough, seemingly shivering for no reason. The blanket was off, but the environment was fine.
*** Tau Ceti Beta, Orbit ***
As K'torr saw the Klingon ships, he was surprised to see them decimate the Imperial ships but leave the Ysalamiri alone before they disappeared. "What the hell...?" K'torr muttered.
"Firey to fleet we've captured the bridge." She said over the comm , looking outside into the debri field of zaarin ship wreakage "What just happened?"
It took a moment for K'torr to answer. "Trying to figure that one out, myself," he responded. He sent a video feed to Firey detailing the sudden "Klingon" ambush.
*** Sith Acadamy, Tau Ceti Beta ***
The DMC units continued to monitor the perimeter for any sign of enemy movement. The Groundbreakers and the Orcones were ready to fire at a moment's notice, as well as a number of medium artillery tanks. The Orcones presented the bigger - and more visible - targets, while the other Kbots and Vehicles were hidden in a shroud of mist generated by a few hidden units.
*** Tigress' Armory Dragon'taan ***
Travis' breath shook, but he otherwise remained deathly quiet. In an unexpected move, he went for a trash bin, doubled over, nearly colliding with it, and vomited into it. When he breathed again, his breath still shook, but he never said a word. It would seem that Tigress would need to resort to a softer method to get through to him, though what method was not clear as he began to tremble, first slightly, but getting gradually more visible.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Well, if you want to be the Commander's security detail down planetside, I can authorize that," Krannus suggested. "Luro is a powerful warrior, but sometimes... even he admits he needs backup."
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila City, Ma'hara ***
"Oh, okay," Daniel said. "Do you recognize Latinum Bars or Credits here as currency?"
*** Klingon Space, Romulan border ***
Just as before, the attack was sudden and no survivors were left - a distress beacon would go active, but never soon enough to garner any meaningful response...
*** Federation space, Jupiter ***
The station was surprised at the sudden and brazen attack by the USS Kirk, but were confused at why it was using Disruptors. However, while the attack did not immediately destroy the station, it had destroyed the station's comm array, preventing it from calling help. It was, effectively, a sitting duck.
*** Command Shuttle, UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"I agree," Zuko said. "Sangheilios is a beautiful world... sometimes marred by warfare, but never is the damage irreparable."
Andrew looked to Blaine. "What do you know of Thel 'Vadam? You ever met him?"
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** Command Shuttle, UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
"Of course, the Arbiter. He fought alongside the Master Chief, back in the war," Blaine replied. He had seen the two back in the last year of the war, when he was an ODST.
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*** Base Alpha, New Berlin ***
"Indeed," the Tal Shiar agent sighed. "Commander wants me 'sober for the arrival of Cerberus, lest I belt out vital info,' whatever that means. I swear, the rebels around here are more cynical than Empress Sela ever was! Even Admiral Arai wasn't so mistrusting!"
*** In-Transit ***
The escorting warships changed course to follow Anna and the Faith. A single text message went to her computers: "Transmissions being jammed. Unknown Source. Watch for gravity well fields."
As though on cue, the entire group would be torn from FTL Speed and dropped onto the lap of an Interdictor Star Destroyer - surrounded by a group of completely alien vessels.
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They made no transmissions, but all had their weapons locked on the Faith. Apart from that, they made no hostile gesture.
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
The Borg ships answered: "Attention, all ships orbiting Tomahawk - this is General Korok of the Borg Cooperative. There is a large fleet of warships from the Human Trader State en route here - they intend to raze your planet. We have come to offer assistance."
"General, this is Captain Dax - do those ships have ion trails like this?" Dax transmitted the Ion Trail his fleet had picked up earlier. There was a brief pause before Korok answered,
"Indeed - that is them. Their method of Faster-Than-Light speed - via 'Phase Drives' similar to Hyperspace Technology - is substantially slower than other methods, and definitely slower than our Transwarp Drives. Regardless, you have an hour before they arrive. We came to offer assistance."
*New Berlin*
"Aw," Fayam replied, "Well, according to that Benny dude they do keep you away from this. But if you insist I can give you mine..." He smiled 'friendly'.
*Transit*
Anna yelled: "Oh Gaia, I hoped I wouldn't get into this!" Her blood was boiling and the copilot could see that. The mechanic and gunslinger weren't unaware either- they entered the cockpit, initially to ask Anna what she was doing, but they fell silent seeing the ships. Anna's eyes flashed around the group quickly to see if there was an escape, because she knew attacking was no use.
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-guards fell silent for a bit. Then they said: "Hey! Why would they want to attack us in the first place? Don't they like Leviathans? Or are they after the rumored treasure?"
-
-- Drake's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan --
Amie set her glass down on the coffee table next to the bed, shutting her eyes as she attempted to take a nap
-Tigress, Armory -
"Travis! Are you okay?" Tigress asked rushing to the side of the tiger to assist him, tapping the side of her headset sending an alert to an emergency medical team to come to the armory.
_ Amp's Home-
A spark of eletricity shot near the Romulan's feet "Drop the rifle!"Amps Growled, eletricity surging through her body static bolts jumping around her tail and collar fur bristling like a hedgehog's spines.
-- USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit --
"That was my intention." Ambre noted "But it seemed Luro did not want me to come, i understand Sangheili culture so i don't really want to dishonor him ,by insulting his warrior status." Ambre replied "But I'd like to resume my mission.
-- Sangheilios Orbit --
The NCD Fox Fire exited subspace in orbit of the planet, the captain hailing the surface.
"Captain Pheonix here, I've got some presents for Thel'Vadum and a couple visitors." The captain of the Fox fire said, waiting for a responce.
-- Sith Acadamy, Archives, Tau Ceti Beta. --
Nari entered a room that aside from the red holobooks looked exactly like the Jedi Archives on Coruscant, rounding a book shelf she spotted a Sith pure blood talking to the hologram of a Sith Klingon dressed in jedi robes.
"The Master wants a report on your progress." Said the Klingon
"We're almost finished here , my master. My Apprentice is setting the charges now." said the purblood sith.
"And the Archives?" Asked the Klingon.
"They will be downloaded and wiped soon, and of the troopers I will make sure to Execute any of the commanders who allowed them to retreat."
"Exellent, I will await your arrival at our new temple, do not fail, the high lord himself is overseeing this mission. The hologram stopped transmitting.
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*** Holodeck District Bowling alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn took a ball up and swung it around himself with ease before he rolled the ball with a spin, it veering to the side of one pin to quickly knock that pin into the other, and that pin caused a strike on the neighboring lane, "Is that a double win?", Fawn turned around to the accumulated crowd.
Fawn recomposed himself and gave a shy smile to Kyle, "We'll split the sushi bill, alright?"
*** Amps' home, Dragon'taan ***
Felicity heard the noise and shot up, looking at the figure before blinking out of the car and running to Amps, crying out with her voice almost repaired by her nanobots, and it was LOUD, so much that a wine glass broke in the house next to Amps'.
*** Flagship Chimera, descending to Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie nodded, "Sounds good! Please send Hector over when he's available.. I'll start on thinking of a dish.", Gypsie then turned and started walking down the hallway to the kitchen not inside Kyle's quarters.
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*** Holodeck District Bowling alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Relax, doc - you won that one. And the deal was, the loser buys dinner. I'll handle the bill," Kyle chuckled.
"You beat him!" one of the patrons said in surprise.
"Hey! The doctor here just beat High General Indari!" someone shouted.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Travis shook, then finally spoke, "Thomas Webb... my name... is Thomas Webb... Commander... agent... of the... Tal Shiar..." He shuddered just saying the name. "It was... a file about me... they int... intend... intended... to put a wedge... between me... and..."
*** Amps' home, Dragon'taan ***
The figure - appearing Romulan as he stepped into the light - shifted his rifle to point it at Amps. "I was merely investigating an anomaly," he said. "You mind telling me what you're actively opposing a member of the Romulan Republic?"
*** Drake's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake laid next to Amie in an effort to make her more comfortable. He gently wrapped his arms around her.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"It would help if I knew what your mission was," Krannus murmured to Ambre. "I can advise Luro with a private message."
*** Sith Acadamy, Archives, Tau Ceti Beta ***
There was a soft, guttural croaking sound from somewhere nearby, but the source was unknown. Outside the academy, the DMC formation was still standing ready. It was unusually quiet out there, as though the enemy no longer had any intention of fighting.
*** Command Shuttle, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"While father prides himself on those events, he would prefer to forget the term 'Arbiter'. He is not proud of that title. To most others, he is again Kaidon 'Vadam," Zuko told Blaine.
*** NCD Fox Fire, Sangheilios Orbit ***
Surprisingly enough, the response came from Thel's personal terminal: "Captain! It has been too long! Please, feel free to head down planetside; and I must say, you have arrived just in time - my long-lost nephew has come home, and we are poised to celeb rate him and the heroes who defeated Darth Nazar and his Covenant Remnant allies!" Thel told Captain Phoenix.
*** Flagship Chimera, descending to Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Hector met Gypsie in the kitchen. "Statement: I understand you wish to cook master a meal. Compliment: I think that is very sweet of you to do for him when he is ill."
*** Base Alpha, New Berlin ***
"If you did, that'd make you the one generous soul among a gathering of cynical, scheming rebels and arrogant, unintelligent, former-UNSC brass," the agent said. He extended a hand. "Jal Korran," he introduced himself.
*** Unspecified Location ***
In an unexpected turn of events, the fleet gathered before the Faith powered down their weapons, as though a switch had been thrown. An open line went active: "Captain Anna, you are indeed fortunate it was us who found you - the HTS would not have hesitated to fire on you, and I won't even get into what the Vasari Central Command would have done if they knew you were here. We pulled you out of light speed to give you a warning: the HTS intend to raze your home system, but that's the tip of the iceberg - the VCC are also en route, and so are the Orthodox Advent - all three of them have been led to believe your world is behind the terror that has chased the Vasari for millennia and starting the war they became embroiled in fifty years before we came to this galaxy. We believe the faction calling themselves the 'Tal Shiar' led them to this, a revenge tactic against you, we have come to learn. The Triple Alliance cannot risk being detected in this area, as there is something else stirring in this galaxy. What it is, we cannot say, but we are certain of it. Go - save your home. You will be needed in the largest alliance ever seen to turn back this unknown threat."
The line cut off after that, and so did the gravity well field keeping the group from entering light speed.
*** Tomahawk ***
"Their motives are unknown to us," Korok replied. "But intercepted communications have confirmed their intent. We will help you repel this threat, then be gone to search for where they came from."
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_ Amp's home, Dragon'taan._
Amps shot a bolt of lightning at the Romulan, the bolt connecting with his rifle frying it's internal components and if any of his skin was in contact with the metal of the rifle, shocking the romulan.
"Care to try again?" Amp's asked, ears ringing from Felicity's 'scream' "You on my property, my home. You have no reason to be here armed." Amps growled holding onto the nanodragon with one arm, other pointed out at the Romulan, her cheast fur, bristeling more, the yellow colored vixen preparing something.
__ Tigress' Armory __
"So?' Tigress asked. "Many of the people who work for the DMC are from enemie factions, we have many friends and many enemies." Tigress added. "Do you need anything?"
--- Sith Acadamy, Archives Tau Ceti Beta ---
Nari, reaching behind her back drew her Bowcaster, and aimed it at the Sith.
spotting something out of the corner of his eye, the sith purblood turned to see Nari aiming her bowcaster at him, activated his crimson colored Saber and charged towards Nari.
Nari fired a cortosis frag bolt at the sith quickly moving to avoid the sith's saber.
The sith used the force to push the bolt away ,but in the prosses missed Nari sliding to a stop he turned to face her.
Not enoough time to draw her 'sword' Nari charged at the sith, who did the same the loud 'zap' of a lightsaber, Nari somehow ,locking the saber in place with her claws from one hand ,quickly placing her bowcaster back onto her back she used her now free hand to pushe the saber pack towards the sith.
The sith stood in Awe. "How can you do such a thing? My lightsaber should have cut through you."the sith said grunting as he tried to push the saber back towards Nari.
The silver vixen quickly reached one hand down to the lighsaber hilt the blade dissapearing , the lightsaber fizzing out as the cortosis in Nari's claws temporarily shorted out the light saber.
still in awe ,but 'feeding' into his anger the sith use the force to try to push Nari away, it had no effect. He tried to throw a punch ,but it was quickly caught by the silver vixen, using the weight of her opponet against him pulled him to the ground drew her Bowcaster and fired.
The sith rolled out of the way just in time ,but as he got to his feet was shot mutiple times ,by the Silver vixen's bowcaster.
"I am the legndary Vornskr." Nari growled , leaving the sith to die, stealing his data stick off the nearby terminal, which had just finished downloading the whole Archive.
The silver vixen walked back into the main hall alerting her squad of her current status
_Sith acadamy, Power Room_
Vornskr squadron was in a confrontation with the Sith's apprentice a human, who was jumping around the room avoiding the squadron's bowcasters.
"Your all fools to engage me!" The sith human said blocking a bolt with his light saber "ZZZZTT!!" his lightsaber shorted out the cortosis bolt he deflected fragmenting piece of the metal over his saber, before he could make another move he was shot with 4 bolts from the squadron falling from his perch ontop of the power generator and landing with a loud 'thud' dead "Mission Complete, Colenel, shall we get off this rock?" Major Fenris the squadron commander asked.
"Affirmative let's get off this sorry rock before the sith come back for their temple." Nari said tossing the detonator in her hand as she waited in the main hall.
_USLV, Assured Victory ,Sangheilios orbit.
"My mission was to protect Luro from any attacks, some odd things have been going on in DMC Space and i was instructed to make sure nothing happend to him or his family." Amber replied "need anymore info?"She aske
-- Fire Fox
"What about the Storm rifles and wraith tanks?" Captain Pheonix asked. "And there are a couple of Huragok on board that want to see you." she added.
(to be continued in the next post)
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_ Amp's home, Dragon'taan._
Felicity kept close to Amps, hugging her tightly as her long tail and tail grabbers hooked onto her leg to secure herself on Amps.
*** Holodeck District Bowling alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn chuckled and nodded, but his face went blank when he heard 'General Indari', "Who? I was only really inside a medical ward... I never heard of this celebrity...."
*** Flagship Chimera, descending to Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie smiled and took out an assortment of food from a fridge and placed it on the counter, "3 Drumsticks, 4 cucumbers, 1 hot pepper, 1tbs of paprika, 3 tsps of icing sugar... aaannd, a bit of glowing mushroom spice!", she added as she took the spice out of her pocket, "Now, with what we have here, we will make a plentiful meal! Sound good?", she said, her face beaming towards Hector.
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** Command Shuttle, Sangheilios Orbit **
"Good to know. Would hate to offend the ruler of a planet," Blaine replied, adjusting his sleeves again. He was somewhat nervous, but mainly he felt a sort of numbness.
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*** Base Alpha, New Berlin ***
"If you did, that'd make you the one generous soul among a gathering of cynical, scheming rebels and arrogant, unintelligent, former-UNSC brass," the agent said. He extended a hand. "Jal Korran," he introduced himself.
*** Unspecified Location ***
In an unexpected turn of events, the fleet gathered before the Faith powered down their weapons, as though a switch had been thrown. An open line went active: "Captain Anna, you are indeed fortunate it was us who found you - the HTS would not have hesitated to fire on you, and I won't even get into what the Vasari Central Command would have done if they knew you were here. We pulled you out of light speed to give you a warning: the HTS intend to raze your home system, but that's the tip of the iceberg - the VCC are also en route, and so are the Orthodox Advent - all three of them have been led to believe your world is behind the terror that has chased the Vasari for millennia and starting the war they became embroiled in fifty years before we came to this galaxy. We believe the faction calling themselves the 'Tal Shiar' led them to this, a revenge tactic against you, we have come to learn. The Triple Alliance cannot risk being detected in this area, as there is something else stirring in this galaxy. What it is, we cannot say, but we are certain of it. Go - save your home. You will be needed in the largest alliance ever seen to turn back this unknown threat."
The line cut off after that, and so did the gravity well field keeping the group from entering light speed.
*** Tomahawk ***
"Their motives are unknown to us," Korok replied. "But intercepted communications have confirmed their intent. We will help you repel this threat, then be gone to search for where they came from."
*Alpha base*
Fayam generously handed Jal his drink. Then he introduced himself as he introduced himself to Benny: "Nice to meet ya, Jal. I'm Tron, by the way. Tron Highup."
*Outer Space*
Anna couldn't believe her ears. She yelled: "Ok, change plans! We got to get to Gaia first- D'Dax can wait. Havoc Jumbojet needs to know of this and so do the Leviathans! I just hope the other civilisations in our system are not a target... They wouldn't stand a chance. We neither, if we just sit and wait... Let's go!" She switched back to Warp-Drive and Faith shot away. This intervention only made her more determined to fulfil her plan. She knew she couldn't enter an all-out war with Faith.
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-Guards were not really afraid, but they were nervous. Then they asked the ships in orbit: "Hey, we were wondering... Do you know anything about any rumors surrounding Tomahawk? And, more important, will they also try to attack Gaia or any other civilisation?"
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*** Command Shuttle, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Are you alright?" Zuko asked Blaine.
"Likely numbness from the recent combat, Zuko," Andrew said. "He just needs time."
*** Base Alpha, New Berlin ***
Jal Korran shook Fayam's hand before taking a swig of the ale. "Ahhhhh..." he sighed deeply. "Needed that. Sorry - haven't had any in a week. What brought you here, Tron? Did you get recruited by Benny?"
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
"We are unaware of rumors surrounding Tomahawk, and as for the HTS... if they know of other civilizations in this system, it is very likely they will raze them, as well. Again, we do not know their motives," Korok responded as the Borg ships took up positions with the others in orbit. "All we know definitively is that they are blinded by rage over something that happened somewhere in their past."
"Look at that... a multi-factional fleet defending this world," commented Rear Admiral Scott.
*** Amps' home, Dragon'taan ***
The Romulan got a nasty shock to his hand, and dropped the rifle. But he quickly drew a disruptor pistol and pointed it at Amps. "You are bold, to attack a member of the Republic like that!" he snarled. "Hand over the dragonling, and I'll forget this incident happened."
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Travis - or "Thomas", if Tigress decided to call him by his real name - still shook, and did not immediately answer. His head moved in Tigress' direction, but he did not immediately look at her. When he did, his eyes were flushed with anger as he stared her in the eye. "Do you... trust me... Tigress Arcnon?" he asked her.
*** Holodeck District Bowling alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"He means me," Kyle told Fawn. "Don't worry - you're fine."
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
"Confused Query: It sounds good, but I am somewhat unclear; what exactly do you intend to cook?" Hector asked. There was a brief jolt as the Chimera connected with the dock. Gemini appeared far enough away to not scare Gypsie.
"We are docked, madame - I will handle the dock authorities and other operations; is there anything you want me to tell them?" he asked.
*** USLV, Assured Victory ,Sangheilios orbit ***
"None needed," Krannus said. "All you needed to say was that you were here protecting Luro; if you hurry, you might catch him before his shuttle leaves."
*** Sangheilios ***
Thel paused momentarily. "May I ask what they are for and why the Huragok wish to see me?"
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** Command Shuttle, Sangheilios Orbit **
"I'm just thinking about Mombassa and all that crap," Blaine replied, feigning a smile. He sat back down and took a drag off his cigarette. Flashes kept flying through his mind, sounds of gunfire and screaming blurred into a haze. Blaine took a deep breath and tried to calm down, slowly emptying his mind.
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*** Command Shuttle, descending Sangheilios atmosphere ***
"You are not alone there, Blaine," Zuko said to him, putting a hand on his shoulder. "Memories like that are never easy to bear. There are times when even Father has to fight those away. Even I remember such things."
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** Command Shuttle, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine nodded and leaned back in his seat, attempting to sleep. But at this point, sleep was next to impossible. He just waited for the ship to land, hoping the whole event would take his mind off things.
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*** USLV, Assured Victory ,Sangheilios orbit ***
"I think they already left the ship, is it possible to beat them with the Grav lift?" Amber asked
-- Fire fox "Your storm rifles.. Kaidon.. and yor tanks, and it's my understanding that they want to join you and repair and maintain your technology." The captain responded. "I'll be right down if you don't mind my company." The vixen replied.
-Tau Ceti Beta Orbit_
The Ysalamiri now manned by a holo gram crew set a course for DMC space, warming up the hyper drive while, Captain Firey headed back to her dropship. "Firey to fleet, the ship is ours, The databanks on board should provide us with a reason why Zaarin's forces were here."
_ Sith Acadamy, Tau Ceti Beta _
the loud sound of Battlmechs could be heard, as another star of Battlmechs got closer to the acadamy coming from the other dropship that had been sent to find the Wolf's Pup consisting of two Timber Wolfs (https://i.imgur.com/ALlSe_d.jpg?maxwidth=640&shape=thumb&fidelity=high) an Adder (https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRxzUCrnA7_XWZvx26yNxsSSAajpI8RWXE5Z2uYkJ2gGd6D6mb6zQ) a Cougar (https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRdIMaTtkMqNefgAsPMgQy4h3YKcxpbzVgqVzrZ0OdxEz8VLA7esw) and a Pouncer (http://i.ebayimg.com/images/i/300571463925-0-1/s-l1000.jpg).
--- Sandstorm Cantina, Shiela city, Ma'hara __
"Either works you want the whole bottle?" Cindy asked
--Amp's home, Dragon'taan -
"Said like a typical romulan."Amps said as spine like needles fireda at the Romulan from her collar making sure not to shoot any at Felicity, A blue laser beam also fireing near the romulan's feet a patrolling Clone trooper noticing the commotion, radioing in the situation emphasizing the out of place Romulan.
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*New Berlin*
Fayam said: "Why, indeed I was. He told me you could tell me some more about this Cerberus guy. All I know is that he's a mystery, to say the least."
*Outer space*
With all the speed Faith had the ship shot through space. Anna wished she could just teleport, but that was not possible with the technology on board.
*Tomahawk*
A Toma-Guard mumbled: "But then that means... Hm. Either way, we'll call Gaia. As for the rest of the civilisations- it's very unlikely they draw attention, so they will be relatively safe." Another was calling Gaia: "Gaia, these are the Toma-guards. Activate your battle fleet, a big group is about to attack Solaris!" On the other end of the line Havoc cursed heavily, and he roared to the GAC to get ready.
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--- DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"I do not see why you would only use them for that purpose. But yes, they can connect to the brain and transmit info rather quickly".
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*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"That was not the only purpose behind our foray into the tech," Vokun said. "But given your answer, I imagine you can also use these to send tactical data, maps, and messages to units in the field without need for radios - and therefore, radio frequency scramble codes to prevent enemy eavesdropping."
*** Amp's home, Dragon'taan ***
The Romulan dropped his weapon. "Has everyone here gone mad?!" he exclaimed. "I am a member of the Romulan Republic! That creature--" he indicated Felicity. "--is an escaped specimen, wanted back on New Romulus for study!"
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Shiela city, Ma'hara ***
"Please," Daniel requested. "We're gonna be here a while."
"And do you have any food menus we can look over?" Salleth asked.
*** Tau Ceti Beta Orbit ***
"Understood - get clear in case those Klingons come back for round two," K'torr commanded. "Your prize isn't exactly up to spec to take them on at present." He opened another line to his ally ship. "Commander, any sign of those Klingons on Tachyon scanners?"
*** Sith Acadamy, Tau Ceti Beta ***
Because the mechs had not identified themselves when they appeared, they were nearly fired on by the DMC formation of Kbots and Vehicles; it was the Orcones that identified them as allies. The formation was relieved they were not hostiles.
"Took you long enough to get here," one of the Orcone Pilots commented jestingly at the Battlemech group over an open line.
*** Command Shuttle, 'Vadam Keep ***
The command shuttle touched down in 'Vadam Keep, and the boarding ramp slowly lowered. An honor guard of Sangheili were standing at-attention waiting for them.
"Smile, Blaine - today, you learn a new lesson... Hero Etiquette 101 - Greeting admirers after defeating a grand enemy," Andrew chuckled.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
Krannus frowned confusedly, as though Ambre had asked a completely random, out-of-the-blue question that had nothing to do with the current topic. "Gravity lift? You do realize we're in orbit, right? Those grav lifts are deployed when we're withing the atmosphere of a planet. And Luro's shuttle hasn't left the hangar - I think he took a detour to his quarters to get a few things."
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"Please - by all means, come on down," Thel replied. "You know the way."
*** Base Alpha, New Berlin ***
"A mystery, indeed - he's a changeling," Jal Korran scoffed. "Never really trusted them... what with what went on during the Dominion War and all. But Cerberus has this grand plan, and I have to say, it sounds convincing. Even Admiral Arai is throwing in with him." He took another swig of the ale. "Cerberus is a cool guy, though. And clever - every time the UNSC tried to kill him, he'd 'die' in the form of a solid and just reappear as someone else. That's why he operates here, I think - the UNSC are easy to fool." He drank from his ale again. "That and they don't know that the only real way to kill a changeling is to vaporize one."
(Don't worry about Tomahawk, Mary - I'll get that in the next post. Want to give the impression of time passing in preparation for the impending incursion.)
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*** Amp's home, Dragon'taan ***
Felicity held tighter onto Amps, shrinking a small amount and scuttling inside her shirt, her body shaking, but still quite warm.
*** Holodeck District Bowling alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked at Kyle, "Sorry for the disrespect, General... Let me pay for dinner...", Fawn figured that losing like that may damage a psyche so he thought that this action of asking to pay for dinner may help his case if Kyle was angry.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie shrugged to Hector, "Anything that may taste good with this... if whatever we make is edible we can name it 'Hector's Surprise' and play a prank on Kyle later if you want... nothing mean... just a tongue and cheek prank."
Gypsie looked at Gemini, "Just tell them we are only visiting for food and repairing supplies... that will hide any huge suspicions if they have any, I'm sure..."
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-= Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan =-
"You've done nothing to make me not trust you." Tigress replied. "Maybe we should go to your home?" She asked "I'll take you there personally my assistant can handle things here." The large she-tiger replied
_ Amp's home, Dragon'taan_
"Really? Are you able to provide proof?" Nari asked pointing towards the squad of Clone troopers now walking towards them a Dasher (http://www.angelfire.com/mech/alphawolf/Pictures/NewMechs/Dasher/dasher.jpg) Omnimech following behind them.
-- Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila city, Ma'hara --
Cindy handed the bottle over to, Daneil and then gave , Salleth a menu.
- Tau Ceti Beta, Sith Acadamy. --
"our Iff transponders are on and we have the logo's of the NCC 35th calvary" said the commander of the Star of battlemechs that had just come to the Acadamy grounds. "Are your sensors so primitive that you can't even pick us up with our cloaking devices off?"
Suddenly a loud explosion could be heard from inside the Acadamy, smoke blowing out of the entrance, once it cleared Nari and Vornskr squadron walked out. "What a mess." Nari complained
.- Ysalamiri docking bay
" I didn't take it to use for a battle." Captain Firey remarked, her dropship begining to take off.
%*-- USVL Assured Victory*%
"Oh?" Ambre asked, taking off for the docking bay before saying anything, her form changing back to that of a Sangheili, again trying to get use to the form.
*-* Vadam Keep, Sangheilios *-*
Captain Pheonix' personal dropship a Leopard class dropship the Undying Fox soon set down just outside the keep grounds the front ramp opening with a loud thud as it hit the ground, the captain herself coming out, dow the ramp, followed by two huragok floating around her. "So as I understand he was once the Arbiter you speak of but, no more..." She talked with the floating creatures near her, somehow able to talk with them.
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** Command Shuttle, Vadam Keep **
Blaine nodded and walked out, putting a smirk on his face. He looked around at the city, almost in awe. He then looked to the honor guard and nodded, acknowledging them. "Thank God there's no cameras. One thing I liked about working classified operations."
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Yes, they do all of that" Shoon took a moment to pause "Will that be all?"
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*New Berlin*
Fayam listened carefully. Then he started to think of ways to vaporise Cerberus. But he didn't have to think long, since his plasma revolver did quite that. He took some notes in the meantime to make sure he wouldn't forget anything. Then he looked at Jal's ale and said: "Hey, if you want more ale, it's on me."
*Outer Space*
As Anthraxx became better visible Anna got ever more worried about her coming too late. Still there was no way to go even faster right now- and the ship already flew near light speed.
*Gaia*
Havoc was bossing the GAC around to get the defence sattelites and the warships ready. "And the sooner the better," he kept yelling. It took mere minutes before the GAC was ready to strike back. All they had to wait for was Havoc's attack order.
*Tomahawk*
For once the Toma-guards were happy Hor'kuu built the Leviathans a warship. Of course they notified the royals about what was about to happen. Hor'kuu got the new ship ready while Farrar became afraid. What if Hor'kuu would declare war against the Tal Shiar or this HTS and started a second Extinction? The DMC would likely be happy about that, but in her mind it was madness. And Omega thought exactly the same...
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*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Travis stared at Tigress, then sighed. "Fine. But mark my words... whatever you hope to accomplish in taking me there... they will come for me. Someone started this... and I'm gonna end it." He leaned in, his face just an inch from Tigress', rage in his eyes. "Help me or don't, I will have my revenge. The Tal Shiar will pay for what they took from me."
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Moments passed. No further questions. It was Vokun who spoke: "If there are no further questions, let's get this stuff unpacked and assembled - I want preliminary examination reports on my desk by day's end."
The techs and scientists went into action, and Vokun cast a nod in Shoon's direction before heading down an adjacent corridor. Xalek approached Shoon, motioning his head subtly to indicate a Vulcan working with his back turned to Shoon. "Watch that one carefully," he whispered to Shoon. "It is rumored he is not what he appears."
*** Holodeck District Bowling alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle stopped Fawn in his tracks. "Doctor, relax. Trust me, I don't get angry over losing a game," he told him. "I'll pay for dinner, that was what we agreed. You needn't worry about it. I don't know what you heard, but losing a game isn't nearly enough to anger me."
*** Amp's home, Dragon'taan ***
"Of course I do," the Romulan answered, reaching for a datapad - only to realize it had been fried in Amps' attack.
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila city, Ma'hara ***
Daniel gladly accepted the bottle, and Salleth looked over the menu intently. Daniel downed a swig of the soda, then sighed, "Personally, I'd have preferred to go to Sol III, be with my wife... but she settled on coming here. This is where I was gonna meet her... or vice versa, in this case. She's not hard to spot - she's the pregnant pink feline that likes to dress 21st-century looks."
*** USLV Assured Victory ***Ambre would catch Luro as he finished whatever he was doing in his quarters; he would be clipping his lightsaber staff to his belt when she arrived. "Krannus told me why you are here - and I'm rather flattered. But I still must ask, what exactly are you protecting me from?"
*** Tau Ceti Beta, Sith Acadamy ***
"No, but we don't often believe what we see at first, especially in these conditions," the Orcone commander responded. "You'd be surprised at how effective an ambush attack can be when your enemy looks like your ally."
"There's a saying that goes, 'when your enemy sees only a friend, he least expects the knife'," the other Orcone commander added.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
Zuko bumped Blaine. "Relax - Andrew was pulling your leg about that. He does that to me, sometimes." They trekked toward the inner sanctum of the Keep, escorted by the honor guard.
"That's the ONI warrior!" one adolescent Sangheili would say.
"Didn't he defeat a Sith Lord?" another would ask.
"He did," the children's father would say, looking respectfully at Blaine. "And took his lightsaber as a trophy of his victory."
"Seems you've got fans," Andrew chuckled.
Elsewhere, a pair of junior Sangheili soldiers met the Captain and her Huragok. "Kaidon 'Vadam bids you welcome to Sangheilios once more, Captain," one said.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
"Very well," Gemini replied to Gypsie before vanishing again.
"Cautionary: In his current state, a prank would not be advisable," Hector cautioned Gypsie. "Master does not like pranks of any kind, especially when he is sick. Musing: I believe that is tied to his childhood, something many of his peers did to him for their amusement. They did it so often, Master grew to despise pranks of any kind."
*** New Berlin ***
"Oh, definitely," Jal Korran agreed. He paused, looking at his watch, then looking around to ensure he wasn't being watched. "Hey... Cerberus is due to land in ten minutes. He'll be expecting my report, during which time, he'll be alone. How 'bout after, you and I knock back some ale and hit the holosuite?"
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
"Alert," Rear Admiral Scott proclaimed, "Enemy units dropping out of light speed! Here they come!" Just as he had predicted, a large fleet of warships dropped out of FTL speed, and at the center of that fleet was one enormous vessel:
http://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/27/26255/ragnarov.jpg (http://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/27/26255/ragnarov.jpg)
The vessel's linear frontal cannon glowed, getting ready to fire, target unknown.
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** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios **
Blaine kept quiet, still putting on a face. He nodded when needed, waved when necessary but felt uncomfortable the entire time. Strangely enough, he wanted to be in a foxhole rather than a parade.
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_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan _
"Stay your Wrath for now, Travis." Tigress started "If your going to go off on a quest of ill concieved Revenge , at least let me outfit you with some gear... and maybe wait till we get back?" Tigress asked.
- Amp's home, -
"Reguardless, you are trespassing and you were carrying not one but 2 weapons in the open without a good reason, one does not point a gun without intent to use it, how about we sort this all out down at the station?" The Captain of the clone troopers replied, drawling near to the Romulan.
the pilot of the battlemech considering this very odd and troubleing contacted command getting into contact with one of the Generals.
"General we found a random romulan in the residental district he was armed ,with a disruptor rifle and pistol, thankfully a fellow citizen with a rather eletric personality disarmed him, we're brining him to the local security station for questioning, personally this guy gives me the creeps and i'm in a battlemech..." the clone pilot said over the comm line.
_=Crusader Temple, Dragon'taan=_
Tony was busy reading a holobook on 'powers of the force' taking particular intrest in the most recent entry on Eletric judgment.
Tanya was still looking for something to interest her knowing her brother would attempt to teach her anything he learned that could be useful, both of them waiting for the Grand master to enter the temple.
--Sith Acadamy, Tau Ceti Beta --
"Just try piloting my mech, you won't be able to." the pilot of the Timber wolf replied, second in command of the squad.
"Alright Cut the chatter your acting like a bunch of shinies." Major Fenris called out from his mech's comm, having had enough of listening to the conversation for awhile now.
"We have a job to do now turn all those mechs around and get back to the dropships and let's go home... as for Vornskr Squadron, the drinks are on me back at Sol's"
- Shadow Wolf, Tau ceti beta Orbit
Captain Firey's Dropship re docked with the cruiser, walking back onto the bridge "Status?" She almost barked
"Sensors show nothing new, the Klingon ships must have left maybe it was a show of power?
"Let's not sit around and find out." the Captain replied opening a channel to the fleet. "Firey here, we're gonna prepare to head back we're still waiting on the dropships we sent down , but oddly the jamming signal we picked up is gone, the crew says they will redock with the ship in 20 minutes, want to add anything General?"
--USVL Assured Victory, Sangeheilios Orbit ---
"I'm not entierly sure myself, 'Commander' all I was told was a Unrknown Klingon bird of prey entered DMC territory, information on board reveals something bigger going on, I'm here on an intellgence mission as well as your personal detail." Ambre noted.
-- Vadam Keep --
"Thank you warriors, you honor your Kaidon." Fyra, the captain of the Fox Fire replied as she walked towards the entrance, the Huragok floating behind her. Seeing no more need for it she took off her helmet revealing her Firey fur patterned fox head, helmet materializing back into 'energy'. Catching up with Zuko, Andrew and Blaine the Vixen waved lightly, passing close to Blian she whispered "Act excited it will go smoother.." she suggested to him, noticing his 'distaste'..
- Sandstorm Cantina, Shiela City ,Ma'hara-
"You mean her?' Lupe asked Daniel, pointing to the pink vixen sitting at a table in the back , alone.
Cindy set out the menus for the others to grab as well as putting up a "Now Hiring" sign
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*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Travis started for the door, then stopped. Looking back at Tigress, he would wait for her as he said, "You may come back here... I cannot promise I will do the same."
*** Amps' Home, Dragon'taan ***
Before any response was made, the Romulan threw down a device and took off. The device exploded in a bright flash, and the Romulan was gone.
*** Crusader Temple, Dragon'taan ***
Unable to sleep, Mathayus and his now-pregnant wife walked into the Crusader Temple, heading for the archives. "I still think we should name him Trevor," Maria said.
"We are not naming our son Trevor - every time I hear that name, I think of that psychopath from Drake's game, whatever it was called," Mathayus responded. "What about Devon?"
*** Sith Acadamy, Tau Ceti Beta ***
"Copy - moving to extraction point," The DMC Commander said as the Kbot/Vehicle group headed out.
*** DMCS Iron Will, Tau Ceti Beta Orbit ***
"I feel this... may be the start of something much larger," K'torr said solemnly. "All DMC Warships... set course for home."
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangeheilios Orbit ***
"I heard," Luro said. "Walk with me." He headed out into the corridor, heading for the hangar. "The consensus among my council of Jedi is unanimous - something is stirring in this galaxy. We cannot identify who or what, but it is striking out at everything and everyone it can. If we are to drive this dark menace out, this galaxy will have to come together in the largest alliance ever seen."
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila City, Ma'hara ***
"No, that's not her - I said she's a feline. Not a vixen. And last comm I got from her said she was two sectors away," Daniel replied.
"Did the doctor ever say if the baby was a boy or a girl?" Salleth asked.
"The baby is a girl," Daniel chuckled. "And Janice wants to name her Jyn, of all names."
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
Zuko noticed Fyra and frowned. "Do I know you?" he asked.
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_ Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan __
"You will, if you know what's good for you." Tigress replied walking out the door. "We taking your ship or mine?"
+_ Amp's home _+
Having lost the Romulan, the troopers headed back to the station.
Amps Stroked Felicities head."Well that's all over." The yellow vixen said stepping into her garage shutting the door, setting the dragon down in a small basket lined with a blanket next to the fusion core, she wanted the dragon to feed off of.
_- Crusader temple, Dragon'taan. -_
Tanya stepped out into the main hall spotting Mathayus. "Excuse me? Do you know where the Grand master is?"she asked him unaware of who he was. "And that sounds like a nice name to me." she said to Maria.
-- Vadam Keep, Sangheilios. ---
"I don't think so, I've only been here twice, first time on the surface though." Fyra replied, Huragok floating over Zuko and the others.
*-_ USVL Assured Victory _-*
"My superior feels the same." Ambre said following along with Luro. "So this Thel Vadam, what do you know about him?" the shape-shifting Vixen in the form of a Sangheili asked.
-- Tau Ceti Beta, Surface --
As the mechs loaded back into the Wolf's Pup and Shadow's pup Nari, sitting next to the foot of her Arctic cheetah in the front mech bay of the Wolf's pup looked back at the Acadamy holding the sith's light saber in her hand, wondering why anyone would be using the abandoned building and even willing to blow it up. Her thoughts would continue her mind 'wandering' through the possibilites, as the ramp closed sealing off the nose of the dropship. the silver vixen also wondering what was in the Archives, something she'd likely find out later.
_Tau Ceti Beta , Orbit _
"Dropships 1 and 2 are lifting off now ,Captain" said the helmsmen on the Shadow Wolf
Right what's the status on our subspace drive?"
"Charged sir."
"Good put the coordinates in for home, we'll sort out what happend back home." Flare the captain of the ship actually possessing a higher rank replied.
The Wolf's pup, Shadow pup docking not 5 minutes later.
"Helm engage subspace." said the firey patterned Wolf, her ship entering subspace on it's way back home.
-Sandstorm Cantina, Shiela City, Ma'hara--
"You sure thats not her there?"Cindy asked pointing to a pink furred Feline that was on another table looking at the menu. "I think i gave her a free drink already, acholhalic drinks aren't covered on that deal though so don't worry." Ms.Sandstorm, the sand colored vixen replied.
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+_ Amp's home _+
Felicity climbed slowly out of Amps' arms, her eyes lighting up as she lept into the basket, already at her full charge, so she simply curled around the fusion cell, connecting to it to power the cell and herself, causing an infinite electricity loop between her and the cell.
Once asleep, Felicity's body lowered to a duller shine, her horns pulsing every now and then as the electricity cycled through her and the cell in an infinite loop until she were to be removed from it.
*** Holodeck District Bowling alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn gave a sigh of relief, "Only rumors... that and I was jailed once on a foreign planet for beating a Lieutenant in a game of checkers... not fun... but I did break out and he was instead jailed for wrongly jailing an innocent. Charges dropped and such... anyway, lets go!", Fawn then turned and took his helmet, distributing an amount of money to those who bet on him... which weren't too many, so he got a large amount out of that game.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gyspie sighed, "Hector... I'm getting you a humor chip when we go out later... maybe a sarcasm one too!... wait, here's a humor chip!", Gypsie then presented a rippled potato chip to hector as she started cutting veggies.
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** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios **
Blaine watched the group talk with the newcomer, then watched Huragok float over them. "How much longer until I can act normal?" He whispered to Andrew, still pretending to act like the "heroes" of the war that came home to Earth. But those were reserved for Spartans and brass. Rarely did a Marine or ODST make it, and if they did, it was a flower covered casket.
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--- DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ---
"Well then there" Shoon whispered back "If so may I suggest using him as a test subject? If he survives then we can extract all info he has".
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*New Berlin*
Fayam said: "Truth to be told... I'm actually not such an ale fan. But I'd like to nevertheless." After I KILLED him that is! Boy, this is almost too easy! he thought, and smiled wide.
*Tomahawk and Gaia*
Instantly the Toma-Guards jumped into action, firing their anti-Borg turrets on the incoming fleet. They also told Gaia it was time, and the Gaian warships, GaiaKnights, joined the battle, attacking from the rear. Right by now Anna came in as well. She asked her escorte: "Wha-? They already arrived! Would you join in the battle... Please? For Gaia? And Tomahawk as well, of course... Don't worry, I'll tag along! Despite the not-warship thingy and such!" She called up the crew and Faith went to battle mode.
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*** New Berlin ***
"Yeah... anyway, gotta get the report," Jal Korran sighed. "Cerberus is gonna be thrilled when he sees who all we have supporting us. Catch you later, Tron." The Romulan then got up, downed the last of the ale, and headed off.
It was then that Fayam's comm unit would subtly beep with a private message that was sent to him: "We have security system in pocket - nail the target, get the info, get outta there; we'll cover your escape. --W"
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
The massive vessel discharged it's Railgun, targeting one of the turrets. The escort that had been escorting the Faith went shields up and weapons hot the second they arrived with her. The UNSC Anti-Borg turrets discharged in scattered shots, so as not to be reloading at the same time. Several of the frigates and cruisers went up, and the UNSC Vessels hammered the enemy fleet from afar with MAC guns and Archer Missiles. While they did that, the Mirak vessels fired their own flurry of missiles while Borg, ISC, and Lyran vessels made for enemy lines, their advance covered by the UNSC and Lyran vessels firing from afar.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"That is what I would suggest. And if he is who I think he is, he'll likely agree. Be careful, though - the Force moves darkly around him," Xalek whispered to Shoon.
*** Holodeck District Bowling alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle walked out with Fawn, then stretched. "What place did you have in mind, if I may ask?" he asked him. "Not sure Sol's does Sushi."
*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"My primary vessel is in the yard for refits and maintenance," Travis scoffed. "Unless your ship has a cloaking device, we'll take my secondary vessel - the Wanderer. My old Bird-of-Prey."
*** Crusader temple, Dragon'taan ***
"That's me," Mathayus said. "Who are you? I don't remember you ever being here/"
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Shiela City, Ma'hara ***
"No," Daniel chuckled, "Because I also said my wife is pregnant. Six months pregnant." A ding sounded as another arrived.
"Who's six months preggo?" asked a pink feline behind Daniel. Daniel turned around and greeted his wife.
"Honeeeeeeeey! I didn't think you'd find me this fast! When'd you get here?"
" 'Bout ten minutes ago. This place wasn't exactly hard to spot," the feline responded. She leaned to the side to look at Cindy over Daniel's shoulder. "No offense. Janice Reed."
*** USLV Assured Victory ***"He's my uncle," Luro responded. "But I have not had any contact with him since I left Sangheilios, many years ago." He went silent in thought for a moment. "I wonder if he'll even recognize me...?"
*** Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"Just smile and wave, Blaine - we're almost through," Andrew said. It would take another five minutes before they reached the room Thel was in, adorned with numerous decorations and writings.
The doors would close behind the group, and Thel spoke as he looked upon one of the writings, "My family has had a long history in this keep... and many have added to the legacies written here." He looked over his shoulder at Blaine. "You have restored honor to my family, preserved the alliance between us and the UNSC, and defeated a threat that would have destroyed us. You may not be kin..." He looked around at the writings. "... but it is only fitting your legacy be written among that of my family. None of us can say they defeated a Sith Lord."
"Respectfully, father... I fear our situation has become a deal more complicated. I..." Zuko looked to Blaine. "... we... don't have all the details, but we feel Luro might know more."
Thel raised an eyebrow, looking at Blaine. "Is that right? Where is Luro?" he asked him.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
"Indignant statement: I am perfectly capable of humor and sarcasm! I am merely making sure Master doesn't get angry with you. I'm not sure you realize how important you are to him, and how much trust he has in you," Hector responded to Gypsie.
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----Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ----
Tigress refrained from speaking out about 'all the ships she designed had cloaking devices', heck even her mechs did. "If you don't mind using an Ancient design I thought we'd borrow my friend's Destroyer, the Borealis I like it over a bird-of-prey." Tigress replied
-- Crusader temple, Dragon'taan --
"What is this place? What happened to the Sith Empire? Where is the Jedi Order?" Tanya asked, her questions sounding like she was
lost, not to mention very old.
-- Sandstorm Cantina, Shiela City, Ma'hara --
"Welcome to Sandstorm Cantina ,I'm Cindy the onwer of this place, you want the free maternity drink?" the vixen asked.
A yellow fox sat down across from the pink vixen and the two began to talk as if they knew each other. Also a light colored Violet cat sat across from the other pregnant feline. "How's the baby dear?"
-Vadam Keep Sangheilios-
"Kadion if I may, these Huragok wish to talk with you. they may have some information on that topic, but from what i know there's been a lot of random rebels showing up attacking random planet's and such, a Klingon Sith was spotted in a unidentified Klingon Bird-of-Prey he bore the insignia of house Duras... that could just be the tip of the iceberg." Fyra told Thel what she knew.
-USVL Assured Victory _--_
"Nervous, then I'm guessing?" Amber asked. "I'd change myself to look like you to take some worry off you ,but I think deception like that in front of you uncle is disrespectful, Besides it sounds like we have bigger matters than meeting your Uncle, not trying to spoil the reunion."
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*** Holodeck District Bowling alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn gave a tip to the cashier as they left, turning back to Kyle and walking out, "Dunno... I mean, if there's an aquatic district, there should be something there, even if not in the main shopping district... right?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie chuckled, "Calm down, Hector, I know he trusts me, and I won't disgrace that... I also know that he's quite fond of me... I don't know if I'm ready for another relationship... my last boyfriend was killed in the same place I escaped... not at their hands... but mine... Ghin was a year or two younger than me... he was injected with a fluid and in the escape he was pinned by a door... he struggled to break free...", she was now hunched over the counter and she jerked her arm and drove the knife clean into the counter down to the handle, "And I killed him!... I keep telling myself that it was mercy... but I can't **censor** GET OVER... it... it still haunts me to this day.".
A pot of meat, veggies, and minced garlic sat aside from her, "Stew... we're making a stew...", Tears dripped onto the chopped carrots below her on the cutting board as her body shook.
+_ Amp's home _+
Felicity slept soundly in where she was set down, her tail twitching and making a clicking noise as the portal gun on the end of it was resetting any portals she had made before, which was none at all.
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*** Holodeck District Bowling alley, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"If anything, such a restaurant would be in the Restaurant District; most of Dragon'taan's restaurants are congregated there," Kyle said. "We'll have to check in with Izzy, see what she can tell us."
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"Very well," Travis sighed. "The sooner we get going, the better."
*** Crusader Temple, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus frowned, now sensing a temporal quality to Tanya. He formed several different questions and comments in his head, but to confirm what he was thinking, he asked, "Before I tell you anything... where you came from, who was on the Jedi Council, and who was leading the Republic Fleet?"
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Shiela City, Ma'hara ***
"That would be nice, thank you," Janice said as she sat down next to Daniel. Daniel sipped on his soda.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
Luro paused just shy of the Hangar. "Be that as it may, Uncle Thel must be warned. A grave threat looms over the horizon - an evil far deadlier than the Borg ever were. The Vasari fled from them in terror, and I fear they have led them to our universe. We all will have to defend our homes from this faceless threat."
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
"Sympathetic Statement: The sympathy of a droid may not count for much, Gypsie, but for what it's worth... I'm sorry," Hector told Gypsie, helping her cook. "Observation: However, that's one thing you and Master have in common; he, too, was forced to kill someone he loved. And, like you, it still haunts him."
"Although I can't believe I just heard that from an assassin--" Gemini started, appearing far enough away to not scare Gypsie, but near enough to provide comfort.
"Objection: I am a bodyguard, not an assassin droid! Get it right!" Hector indignantly protested.
"Anyway, as I was trying to say, Hector's right; you have more in common with Captain Vasily than you realize," Gemini assured Gypsie. "He was forced to kill his lover, Marie, on the colony of LV-426, where he was forced to cut his own arm off. The Xenomorphs had taken her, and she was impregnated with one of them. I wouldn't expect you to realize that it's a terrible fate. The Captain often said that no one deserves to die like that - torn apart from the inside."
"Explanation: The Xenomorph lifecycle starts with what is called a 'Face Hugger.' They implant the seed of a Xenomorph in the host's stomach. That seed gestates and grows into what is often referred to as a 'Chest Burster,' for obvious reasons; when they reach sufficient size, they exit the host's body by literally tearing out of the host's chest cavity. The host never survives such a trauma," Hector explained.
"Kyle couldn't let that happen to Marie, so he killed her... to put her out of her suffering. Like you, he did it out of mercy and love, but it still haunts him," Gemini told Gypsie. "It was after that that a Xenomorph 'jumped' him. He killed it, but it's acid blood splashed on his left arm; he cut it off to prevent the acid from spreading to the rest of his body, and for months before he got his mechanical arm, he sunk into depression and despair. To some degree until he met you, he remained there - always so dark and angry, haunted and unwilling to trust anyone."
"Reminder: Let us not forget, Master Gypsie, he has done far worse than kill his lover in a mercy killing," Hector commented.
"Again, Hector is right; Captain Vasily, before he began wandering, killed his own family in a fit of rage," Gemini sighed. "He deeply regrets it, despite the fact that said family treated him so poorly." Gemini paused, then put holographic hands on Gypsie's shoulders. "Kyle may be a raging, tormented dragon, but you... you hold a powerful influence on him. You bring him peace in a way few ever did, but unlike those others, you hold something they never had: Courage. You reached out to him, and because of that, he is changing."
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(( Late post because work schedules suck. Literally just got home. ))
** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios **
"He's aboard his flagship. Should be coming down at any moment," Blaine said, his usual tone and demeanor sinking back in. "He felt a...uh, damn what'd he call that thing..oh, the force. He felt a disturbance in the Force, whatever the hell that is.." Blaine trailed off, adding something about keeping secrets. The irony was found on him, he knew full well he was just a damned lying spook. Not a hero. He hid the conflict in himself from the group. "Either way, it's something we should address. Look what happened with the Sith Lord, it just started out as rebels outfitted by some rogue Covenant loon then blew up into something insane." Blaine said respectfully to Thel, lighting a cigarette as he awaited the group response.
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_Crusader Temple, Dragon'taan_
Well, Fae Coven was just nominated into the position of Grand master, Satele Shan must have stepped down or something... I dunno who was in charge of the fleet." Tanya replied honestly, her battle armor hidden under her jedi robe.
Meanwhile in the Archives, Tony came upon some, strange reading's about to him the 'newly nominated' Grand master's death. "What in the name of the living force is going on?" he asked himself, raising up his hand as he tried to signal for help from the librarian.
_Tigress' Armory__
"You really need to learn patience, Travis." Tigress noted as she pointed the way to the orbital elevator, being walking distance from the Armory. (for someone who can walk a lot)
_Dragon'taan Orbit_
A subspace portal appeared in outer orbit scanners identifying
the Shadow Wolf before it even exited subspace the cruiser hailing the control tower. "This is the NCC Shadow Wolf returning from a mission is our space dock spot still open?"
_Sandstorm Cantia, Shiela City, Ma'hara_
"What would you like to drink?" Cindy asked handing the pregnant feline a menu. "Also lunch is 50% off for you." Cindy added
-USLV Assured Victory --
"Agreed." Amber replied simply motioning for Luro to go ahead.
_Vadam Keep __
"From what I understand the Force for the most part is a power that surrounds , binds and envelops almost all living life in the galaxy, those who are called Jedi, draw on this for amazing powers." Frya explained to Blaine, grunting a little as one of the Huragok bumped into her. "Oh! Right, right... This is Lighter Than Most and Sometimes Stin- uhh Sinks." She introduced the huragok to Thel.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Nobody avoids the truth for long. Since you engaged this warning I trust you with getting him to be the first implanted, I will take care of the rest" Shoon said that and looked as one another run to the help with one unpacking a box upside down and equipment falling out "What are you doing?!"
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn walked alongside Kyle, "That would make sense... but the import docks would probably have the freshest sushi... unless of course the restaurant we go to 'grows' their own fish...", he then looked at Kyle, "Who's Izzy?"
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
The notification would show up again on Tigress' console in a red outline as urgency, the video again attached to the file and accompanied by a sound effect and a small preview picture showing a blurred outline of a person in what would look like the armory's parking lot.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie listened to the two, her tears still falling, at a slower pace now, but falling nonetheless, "Thank you both... but I will try to keep him more level headed...", she then looked at Gemini, "Is there some sort of holoroom or something on this ship? I really need to relax in a field...", her eyes were tinted red with rawness from her tears; she was stressed out and needed some sort of release, and a quiet field was one.
( Alex? Or somebody. When it gets to night time on Dragon'taan, please tell me because there is something I wanna do with Felicity in Amps' home)
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Izzy is an old friend of mine - she was my chief AI, like a glorified personal assistant," Kyle explained. "She helped me when I was a part of Team Star Dragon, prior to the Marauder War. During the war, she served as my shipboard AI... and she still does, when I leave Dragon'taan to personally oversee operations. But while we're on Dragon'taan, she is the chief AI that keeps watch over traffic in orbit. She also keeps an eye on affairs down planetside, too. Can't fault her for keeping busy."
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Xalek nodded wordlessly, then approached the aforementioned target, speaking quietly with him. The man - who appeared Vulcan, but with a twinge in his expression that suggested otherwise - nodded, then approached Shoon. "I am told you needed a volunteer for this?" he asked.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Travis kept his irritated comment to himself as he followed Tigress.
*** Crusader Temple, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus slowly nodded, Maria with a suspicious frown on her face. Mathayus motioned Tanya to follow him. "Come with me," he requested, starting for the Archives.
In the Archives, the librarian approached Tony. "Yes, how may I help you?" she asked.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"That's affirmative," Izzy replied. "Welcome home, Shadow Wolf." Shortly thereafter, a small fleet emerged from hyperspace - the DMCS Iron Will.
"Command, this is General K'torr - returning from mission," K'torr said.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
Luro stepped onto the hangar deck, and boarded the waiting drop ship, waiting for Ambre to board before the craft would seal, ready itself, and head for the surface of Sangheilios.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
Thel hummed in thought. "Luro... connected to the Force... that would be a first among the Sangheili. But we'll need to wait for his account. I am grateful you brought this to my attention. I am, of course, well aware of the attacks elsewhere in the galaxy, and I strongly suspect whoever is behind them is trying to drive a wedge between the allied powers of the galaxy, though to what end remains... unclear." He looked to Blaine. "If you can get in contact with your superiors, advise them to be on the lookout for any similar attacks. Whoever is behind this may try it on them."
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
"You're in luck there; a holodeck is one of the first upgrades Captain Vasily installed on the Chimera - I'll light a path for you," Gemini said with a smile.
"Query: How long should I let this simmer?" Hector asked after Gemini disappeared.
(Technically, I figured the hour on Dragon'taan was actually getting into the late nighttime hours.)
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(I'd agree with that. should be night time at least on the part of the planet most of our characters are on.)
_Crusader Temple Dragon'taan_
Tanya nodded and followed Mathayus.
"How did Grand Master Coven die already she was just nominated Grand master?"Tony asked the librarian.
_Amps' home_
Amps checked in on felicity leaving the door to the kitchen of her home open into the garage, as she headed to her bedroom.
-Orbital Elevator #03-
Tigress rolled her eyes as she stepped into the elevator waiting for Travis.
-- Vadam Keep --
Fyra stepped to the side and awaiting Luro's arrival
-- USVL Assured Victory --
Amber stepped into the dropship and waited "Is there anything I should know about your Uncle?" She asked Luro.
_-= Classroom,Mechwarrior acadamy, Echo Station, Glacious=-_
A group of about 3 soldiers sat in their desk, various species mostly Grey wolves, with other species also present in the room, all discussing random things like the current weather , what they knew about tatical situations etc. Silence enveloped the room as an Clone trooper walked into the room his armor adorned with varous red markings signifing his rank and unit. "Welcome to the Iceberg, cadets." He began 'staring down' at the new recruits. "Your here because your either bred for, transfered or wanted to be a Mechwarrior, I'm sure you've been though the simulators already and don't need me to bore you with protocol and details?
"Sir yes sir!" came the reply.
The trooper nodded and huffed contently. "I'm Star Captain Lupo and while your here I'll be your commanding officer, until you graduate as a Mechwarrior you'll have to listen to my nagging voice so, better get use to it. Today is your lucky day your going to be piloting the real deal for the first time, so that means if you blow you mech up here we're not going to be pulling your corpse out of the wreakage." The local weather generally stays relaxing cold around -30C and all the way down to below -60C, So your mechs should have no problem dealing with the heat, assuming you don't go crazy with weapons or something. Fortunatly for you, your mechs loadout and chassis have aleady been chosen. We will meet on the field in 3 hours at exactly 15:00 Dragon'taan standard time, and remeber this is the real thing if you fall over with your mechs, your picking up the mess, dismissed!" Lupo said, leaving the classroom.
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** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios **
Blaine stood aside and used his neural interface to send a message to CENTCOM. He advised them of possible attacks, to raise security and patrols in occupied space. Sending the message, he closed out of his NI and looked back to the group. "So whoever could do something like that would have to be pretty damned powerful. Who could even manage to fight a whole universe?" Blaine asked.
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked confused, "When did AI units become sentient? Last AI unit I remember was at one of those info kiosks... Sorry if you get somewhat offended by that... but as I've stated before, I never really left my medic hut... maybe for a bar trip or to go to a range.. uh... yeah... never knew an actual sentient AI... outside of comics that is..."
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gyspie walked out of the kitchen, following the path to the room Gemini was leading her to, but before she left she spoke to Hector, "Approximately an hour on medium, extra flavor for two hours on low..."
Halfway down the hallway she spoke out, hoping Gemini was listening, "Can you set the room up for a tree on a hill, blue sky and bluejays and chickadees chirping.. and... after a while... send Kyle down if he's feeling better... please..."
_Amps' home_
About halfway through the night, Felicity woke up, stepping out of the bed Amps made for her, morphing into an anthro form as she stepped down to the floor, her body losing luminescence as it takes power to morph and grow.
After completely morphing, Felicity gave a big stretch, proceeding to bring her tail up and grab the fusion cell with her tail grabber, continuing to take power from it when needed. As she walked, her steps were quiet, as she stumbled out of the garage and into the kitchen well after Amps had gone to bed, to then proceed to the living room and pick up and look at things/
Felicity's dull brightness could be seen through a nearby window, and from the top of the stairwell.
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"It's a long story, doc," Kyle chuckled. "Sentient AIs are common here and in UNSC space, but nowhere else. In fact, the UNSC fold were surprised when they saw the longevity of our AIs."
*** Crusader Temple, Dragon'taan ***
The librarian frowned, concerned and confused. "Grand Master Coven... died several centuries ago. Are you... alright, sir?" the Librarian asked.
*** Orbital Elevator #03, Dragon'taan ***
Travis stepped onto the elevator, and held onto one of the ceiling bars. "I hate these things..." he grumbled.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"If there is anything you should know, I do not know it; as I said, I have not had any contact with Uncle Thel in many years," Luro told Ambre. "But I imagine the disguise might offend him if he realizes you are not what you appear."
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"Who indeed," Thel agreed. He looked to the Huragok, then to Fyra. "Can you translate what they say if I ask them what they know?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
"Of course," Gemini responded. When Gypsie arrives at the holodeck, she would find everything exactly as she specified. In Kyle's quarters, Kyle lay awake, his thoughts on Gypsie. "Captain," Gemini interrupted his thoughts, "Maybe in a few hours... Gypsie would like to see you. Holodeck two."
"Understood," Kyle said, rising from bed and dressing in his damaged Grey Jedi robes.
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_Crusader Temple, Dragon'taan_
"I'm perfectly all right, you can ask my sister, Covan just got nominted to the position I was at the ceremony myself just 2 days ago." Tony replied.
Tanya Followed Mathayus into the Archives. " Why are we here master. uhh..." she paused waiting for the Grand master to introduce himself.
--Sheila Station--
The elevator door opened and Tigress walked out waiting for Traavis looking out the window the Borealis right outside the window. a silver vixen and a squad of four clone commandos passing by her heading into the elevator, holding the door open the silver vixen asked "What brings you up here Tigress?" Nari asked. Tigress just responded silently with some form of sign language.
Nari nodded, letting the door shut as she headed to the surface.
-Vadam keep_
"My Huragok sign language is a bit rusty ,but i can try, Kaidon." Fyra replied.
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*New Berlin*
Fayam peeked at the message and decided he'd wait Cerberus up. But he had no idea where exactly the guy would go, so he thought his best bet was to intercept him at the docks. He raised from his seat and headed back to the hallway.
*Tomahawk*
"Now this is a BATTLE!" Anna yelled, while Faith went to assist, shields up and weapons roaring. She kept a close eye on the radar, and on the battlefield, to avoid being shot and to avoid shooting allies. In the meantime the GaiaKnghts set their sights on the lead ship- if that one would go down the rest would be easy. As if they were easy targets, that is. Imagine having a dozen of flies with guns buzzing around your head, and you know what it's like to have to battle Gaia's army. Not that the Toma-Guard were giving up their planet either.
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn simply walked along, changing the subject, "I... have no ID papers... I mean. .. I have this suit... but that won't stand for much... it is an older model, so by now I would look like an aged and late trick-or-treater. At least by history's standards..."
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A **
Gypsie went into the Holodeck, quickly crouching down and chasing a hologram butterfly, like a kitten would, her 3 fluffy tails trailing behind her. Eventually she would retire to the tree upon the hill and curl up under it, her tails covering her head as she fell asleep.
*** Amps Home(living room), Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Felicity went over to a cabinet and tried to open until she lost her grip and eeped and fell backwards, accidentally shooting a portal onto the front foyer wall with her tail portal gun.
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*** Crusader Temple, Dragon'taan ***
The Librarian's frown deepened. "Are you sure you...?" It was then that Mathayus walked into the archive. "Grand Master Faasnu, this young man seems to be of the belief that Grand Master Coven had been nominated for her position two days ago, but we have it in our historical records that she died centuries ago. Perhaps you can help?"
"Indeed," Mathayus sighed, accessing the computer and pulling up a long list of historical events between the nomination of Master Coven and the present day. "See for yourselves. You two are no longer in your time; you seem to have come several centuries forward in time."
"Did either of you detect any kind of anomaly as you traveled?" Maria asked.
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle went along with the change in subject as he hopped in his vehicle. "Maybe we need to take you by Tigress' Armory - she makes a lot of the tech the Marauder Corps uses, and she has outfitted non-DMC Personnel before," he told Fawn. "As for ID papers... don't worry about that. We can get you new ones, should you feel you need them."
*** Sheila Station, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Travis followed Tigress, casting glances out at the stars, as though expecting to see something out there.
*** Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
Thel looked between Fyra and the Huragok, before he spoke, "What can they tell me of this threat we face?"
In the landing bays, Luro's drop ship landed, and Luro looked to Ambre. "Ready to pay Uncle Thel a visit?" he asked her.
*** Base Alpha, New Berlin ***
The changeling known as "Cerberus" stepped off his transport and greeted a pair of Rebel guards armed with stolen MA5D Assault Rifles. They began escorting Cerberus to his meeting room, where he would speak with the Tal Shiar agent.
*** Tomahawk ***
The battle raged, and it seemed the allied forces had the upper hand - a good third of the enemy's fleet had been destroyed. However, another complication arose:
"Rear Admiral Scott to Tomahawk - if you have any friends, call them in! I am detecting another Phase Signature indicative of a different fleet approaching! They'll be on top of you in ten minutes!"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
Kyle meditated as best he could, but soon found himself heading down to Holodeck Two. Hector was finishing up prepping an apparent meal for them, and when Kyle arrived on the Holodeck, he saw Gypsie laying beneath a tree. He approached her, and sat next to her, unsure of what exactly she wanted to see him for.
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_Crusader temple, Dragon'taan_
"Well when we came out of hyper space our ship had changed models to something I guess more modern and we ended up here instead of Cathar." Tony noted, our navacompute was aslo scrambled ,but I had no other choice but to land considering, we even lost our Astromech." Tony explained.
Tanya walked up the wall then to the ceiling sitting down to meditate..
Tony looked up to his sister on the ceiling. " how many years did we skip?"Tony asked. "What technological advancments have happend, have we found another way to travel faster than light? Did someone find out how to synthisize kyber crystals?" Tony went on....
-- Vadam keep --
Ambre changed to her normal form, following Luro. "He's your uncle not mone.
"From what I know they have told me it's a dark being who not only has gotten the covenant remnant working for him but many other factions." Fyra replied.
_-Shiela station, Dragon'taan orbit-_
Tigress lead the way to the Borealis' docking bay and walked into the 'docking hallway' that extended into the destroyers main hall, then heading to the Bridge meeting up with a White vixen "Rae mind if I get a ride to Tigaria?"she asked, a hologram of a small orange dragon appearing near Travis "Two passengers you know that's gonna cost more, Tigress." Argo the ship board AI joked.
- Fox's stash, Reach
"This is the Fox's stash to anybody on Reach we're carring some equipment from the DMC for Lord hood..." Said the caption of the freighter.
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** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios **
"So they must have been controlling Nazaar. Not good. Not good at all," Blaine said, grimacing. He waited for Thels' response to this new information.
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*New Berlin*
Fayam followed Cerberus to the meeting room. Once the escorts were gone, he knocked the door.
*Tomahawk*
Anna did not know there were actually two fleets on attack. But on Tomahawk the Toma-guards went nuts. They decided to call up the DMC: "Tomahawk to DMC, Gaia and us are under assault of two fleets! We would like you to send reinforcements, how long before they can arrive?" In the meantime the battle went on at full force. Omega, upon hearing this news, went for a more superstitious approach. He wanted to give the allied forces the blessing of the universe, so the Infinity Leviathans went to collect all sorts of herbs, spices and jewels.
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn nodded, looking around as his legs grew a bit tired, "I'll have to visit them then... um... is there a faster way to get to the restaurant district?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
Gypsie lay, half awake,"Thanks for coming... Sorry about earlier... I was only trying to help your sickness...", she finished with a yawn, her tails wafting in the artificial wind.
_Amps' home_
Felicity got up and gave a large yawn, walking to the comfy couch and flopping onto it and hugging her own tail as she quickly fell back asleep, flicking her tail as the portal dissipated.
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--- DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ---
"Yes. Somebody needs to be the first one implanted to show we mean no harm. It would help if it is an intelligent person and not just any civilian as well"
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*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I understand," the Vulcan responded. "What am I required to do?"
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"We could do a site-to-site transport," Kyle answered. "Or I could always, you know... fly us there."
*** Crusader temple, Dragon'taan ***
"There's a lot that happened in your absence," Mathayus said. "As for how many years you skipped... son, you skipped more than a couple centuries." He accessed the computer, and laid out a history of everything that happened between Tony and Tanya's alleged departure and now. "You may want to read that."
*** Shiela station, Dragon'taan orbit ***
Travis said nothing as he looked around, though his mind was elsewhere. "Thomas Webb..." he muttered softly. He shook his head, either in dismay or disbelief.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"Hm... How did Nazar fit in?" Thel asked.
"He didn't," came Luro's voice from the doorway. Luro stepped inside the room, hoping Ambre was following. "Not at that point. Nazar would have joined this new Sith faction, had they gotten to him before we did. Blaine and I can both attest to what Nazar had in his possession." Luro nodded to Blaine, both as a gesture of respect and to tell him to tell Thel about the Star Forge.
*** Fox's Stash, Reach ***
"Copy that, Fox's Stash - we will alert Lord Hood; in the meantime, bring that equipment down to the designated RV point," Came the response.
*** Base Alpha, New Berlin ***
Cerberus frowned, but decided the knock on the door was a human thing, and answered the door. "Can I help you?" Nearby, a camera turned to look at Fayam and Cerberus.
*** Tomahawk ***
"Tomahawk, this is General Draco Bellator of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps - we hear you. We are already en route - I'll explain when I arrive. ETA, two minutes," came the response to the Toma-Guards' hail.
The battle continued to rage; the enemy warships were surprisingly resilient, but by far, not invulnerable. The battle became a slugfest, and the orbital defenses were working overtime to take out the enemy ships one after the other.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
"It's quite alright," Kyle said with a sigh. "Frankly, I'm glad to have you around." He shook his head. "Most others would turn their backs to me after realizing just how troubled I am. But not you, apparently. You are the gentlest, kindest woman I've ever known. The only thing I fear of you... is what you might do when you see what I am." He looked Gypsie in the eyes, his own shifting to a dark purple shade. "Even Marie found it difficult to reconcile. But I imagine you know what happened to her. Regardless, when you see it, I... I don't know if you'll be able to handle it." He closed his eyes and bowed his head. "As I had foreseen it... 'when a dragon's rage becomes a shield protecting another, the wounds of his past will manifest, and it will fall to those around him to mend what so many others never could'..."
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** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios **
"A Star Forge. He was planning on constructing an entire army," Blaine said to Thel. "Would've been able to rival most military forces, if he had succeeded."
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_Vadam Keep, Sangheilios_
Amber followed right along with Luro. the shape shifting Vixen begining to explain what she knew "Kaidon, two days ago a Klingon bird-of-prey dropped out of warp in orbit, the ship was boarded and two very strange things were found one, a Sith pureblood wearing a biosuit that made him look like a Klingon and two, a Klingon Sith, lightsaber included, the DMC sent out a recon group to see what happened to a exploration team sent to Tau Ceti Beta, where they found an abandoned Sith Academy before we lost contact, I'm still waiting on the details from that mission." Amber explained
-Crusader Temple, Dragon'taan-
"This is gonna take awhile." Tanya noted, her brother nodding in responce as the two began to read on the history they had 'skipped'
Meanwhile in the entrance to the Archive Nari stepped in ,backpack full of a couple holocrons and the data she took fom the Tau Ceti Beta archives. "Excuse me, Master Fasnuu?" she called out quietly.
_Amp's home_
Despite all the sounds and Felicity moving about Amps slept soundly, she had a hard day at work.
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Fly? But... wait... dragon... shifters... right. I suppose so...", Fawn then looked up, "Is there a special lane for flying creatures?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Holodeck, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie looked at Kyle and sleepily smiled, rolling next to him and pulling him down to hug him, "*Yawns* It's alright... but you're still sick... you should still be in bed... but before you go, make sure to get some stew before you do though... I made it from *Yawns*... from a few different things... and one if my special Dent Seeds...", soon enough she passed out, her tails wrapping around Kyle's legs gently.
_Amps Home Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Felicity, in anthro form, slept soundly on the couch, her body still emitting a small and dull glow as she continued to keep that power loop with the fusion cell.
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Dragon-shifters fly at a different altitude than the aircraft, to avoid midair collisions," Kyle said. "Had to iron that out in the early days when Dragon'taan was first settled. Regardless, is that what you'd prefer? The view from the sky is so awesome, if you can get through the adrenaline rush of getting up that high."
*** Crusader Temple, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus turned and spotted Nari. He frowned, then commented, "You're back. I wasn't expecting your return til midday tomorrow, at the very least."
*** Dragon's Tale Inn, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Having checked in, the anthro-charizard woman - Ann - hefted her pack over her shoulder and headed for her designated room. It had been a nice day, the people were cordial, but she wanted to save some activity for the daytime.
*** Drakona Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
With Tyber successfully put to bed, Kabier stood admiring her son. Viktor walked up behind her and wrapped his arms around her waist. "He's gonna grow up looking like his daddy," she whispered to him.
Viktor chuckled. "And unlike his daddy, Tyber is gonna grow up happy," he whispered back. "Who knows? Maybe he'll meet his future wife when he goes to school."
"Oh, sure - our little lady-killer son," Kabier laughed softly.
*** Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Having spent the day with the sudden realization he had a biological son, Ketorr had played and cradled his child, letting Kia in on the act as well as John's elder sisters, Lian and Aylina. And with day now night, Ketorr gently put the child to bed. The little pup was sound asleep, and Ketorr couldn't help but get watery-eyed as he watched over his son.
*** Flagship Chimera, Holodeck, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Kyle chuckled softly, embracing the lady in his arms. "No matter what happens, always remember - though I may posture and threaten, though I may lift my blade to strike... I could never bring it down on you. I may gather my breath to engulf you in flames, but never would I breathe such a torrent on you. Remember always your courage, and you'll find you can calm me even when I am lost in blood and death." He gently kissed Gypsie's forehead, laying her down in the grass and throwing his cloak over her before heading for the kitchen.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"This is... disturbing," Thel said.
"The Force shifts and stirs," Luro told his uncle. "Even you can feel such - something big is coming... soon."
Thel looked to Blaine. "Do your people know anything of all this?"
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Dragon'taan
_Reznov Residence._
"Think we should go out to eat tomorrow?" Kia asked, the female worgen laying in her bed with her husband.
-Amp's home-
Still unaware of Felicity's new form and still sleeping Amps let out a loud snore, the sound of thunder emitting from her echoing down the stairs and through most of the house.
_Indari manor_
Amie even now was still sleeping dreaming about her twins, teaching them and playing with them, but her happenes soon turned to sadness a shadowy figure took her children away, fading into shadowy silhouette's, that changed into monsterous forms, evil laughter emitted from the shadowy figure, Amie screaming in fear, abruptly ending the nightmare. The Red vixen shot up and looked around her room, breathing heavily, out of fear.
,
-Crusader Temple_
We got back sooner than expected, somebody kinda did some of my job for me. I've got some presents for you." Nari said handing ove a couple holocrons one sith and the data stick "This has the full archives from the Sith academy." she explained. "Now I think that qualifies for bonus pay, Could i just get my name in the archives for retrieving the data?" Nari replied joking about the 'pay'
-NCD Boealis, Dragon'taan orbit.-
As the Destroyer left the space dock and gained enough distance from it, a large portal opened in front of the ship, the New Cerinian craft dissapering into it as it entered Subspace.
"Travis are you okay?" Tigress asked concerned for him, she set a hand on his shoulder. "perhaps you need something to take your mind off it?"
_Vadam Keep_
"That's all we know, Kaidon, If you wish for me to share this Info with Oni I believe I can if they don't already have that info." Amber offered.
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** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios **
"Only ONI and head brass know but I did send a request to strengthen outer lying colonies," Blaine said before tapping the back of his head. "Now all the recordings on my neural interface, that would get them hopping for war. I'll send it out and let FLEETCOM sort it out," He said, awaiting Thel's response. The UNSC had enough time to build itself back to its' pre-war strength after the years that followed the peace accords and would be capable of fighting alongside allies. It just needed a reason and the recent black operation would fit that purpose.
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*New Berlin*
The camera's presence did not go unnoticed by Fayam. But since his allies would be controlling it he didn't bother to care. He came in, hands on his back, his gun hiding behind him. "You must be the Cerberus I heard so much about," he started.
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-Guards sighed: "Thanks, that's really appreciated. The second fleet is bound to come in ten- the smaller the first is by then the better." In the meantime, Omega had some sort of altar built up with the gathered materials. He started chanting in an unknown tongue, calling for the power of the universe.
Anna had not stopped fighting either, nor did Gaia's forces. Their guns were nearly overheating.
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn thought about it for a moment before nodding, "Alright... lets fly!"
*** Flagship Chimera, Holodeck, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie smiled, purring from the embrace, loosely listening to him.
Around now, the stew would be done, giving off a wonderful smell.
-Amp's home-
Felcity abruptly woke up from the sound of thunder, seeing the sparks, she dropped the fusion cell and wandered up the stairs, looking drunk as she walked, trying to find the cause of the noise.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Holodeck, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Kyle was seated at the counter, slowly eating a fresh bowl of the stew Gypsie had cooked up earlier.
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Right on! But first, let's check with Izzy and see about a Sushi bar - that, and before I shift, I have to engage the 'Hog's auto-return system," Kyle told Fawn. He accessed the vehicle's comm system and spoke, "General Indari to Izzy - you about, old friend?" He waited patiently for a response.
*** Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr chuckled softly and kissed Kia. "Maybe. It'll be good for John, won't it?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake woke up next to Amie, and held her in his arms. "Easy, baby, easy... it's okay... you're safe - you're home." He reached out to her mind with the Force in an effort to calm her down.
*** Crusader Temple, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Very funny, Nari," Mathayus growled. He went to a computer to access the Data Stick. "Let's see what you have on here..."
*** NCD Borealis, In-Transit to Tigaria ***
"Depends largely on what you have," Travis sighed. He shook his head. "They took away who I was, who I could have been... will my own family... even recognize me? How am I going to tell them I've been a slave of the Tal Shiar? ... or are they even alive? So many unknowns..."
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"Indeed," Thel sighed. "And the Sangheili will be honored to fight alongside the UNSC once more." It was then that the door opened, and a young Sangheili warrior entered the room, whispering something to Thel in the Sangheili tongue. Thel frowned, concerned. "Long-range sensors don't recognize it? How?"
*** Base Alpha, New Berlin ***
"What gave you the first clue?" Cerberus affirmed. "Shouldn't you be doing something? ... Or are you one of the new recruits? You look... familiar, somehow, but I can't quite place where I've seen you before."
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
The battle continued to rage, even as the HTS warships dwindled. They refused to give up, even after taking fifty-seven percent losses. The massive warship was heavily damaged, and the main cannon no longer operational. The Borg fleet remained intact; UNSC had taken fifteen percent losses, ISC, Mirak and Lyran fleets having a grand total of twelve percent losses, and eight of the ten Anti-Borg turrets were still in the fight, pounding away at the enemy warships.
But the battle got worse, as a fleet of new ships arrived, going shields up and weapons hot the second they arrived:
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Fortunately, none of them seemed to have any form of long-range weapons, as they all engaged engines and charged for Tomahawk.
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__Reznov residenc, Draco residence, Draco city, Dragon'taan.__
"That's the idea." Kia replied
--_ Indari Manor ,Dragon'taan_--
"are the babies?"she asked feeling her enlarged stomach, and relaxing."
_NCD Borealis, Subspace_
"Best not to worry about the unknown and focus on the known." Tigress replied, heading near the window to look at 'subspace'
-Vadam keep Sangheilios.--
" Luro do you sense anything?" Amber asked.
-- Amp's home, Dragon'taan--
THe sound of thunder had actually come from amps she had caused a small storm in her room however the rumble of a nearing storm could be heard.
_Dragon'taan weather station Alpha Omega_
"This is Serena, brining you the latest in weather, Draco city will be under a severe Storm Warning until 2 am tonight, Flight by Dragons and Dragon-Shifters, is unadvised after the storm sets in Flying craft should also be cautious and fly low to avoid lightning strikes.
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*New Berlin*
Fayam replied: "Yes, I'm a new recruit!" In his mind however, the caption: Oh shoot! I didn't count on THAT! But no matter, if only I strike first... ran. Then he said: "Now, I have no clue why I would be familiar to you, but I have some vital intel you likely want to know."
*Tomahawk*
Gaia's forces weren't unharmed either- they didn't lose any ships, but at least 8% was in bad condition and had to retreat for repairs. Faith didn't seem to be damaged at all, though. Now the attention of Gaia's forces shifted to the new fleet, and like mosquitoes they started to attack. Anna grumbled: "What? The force I was fighting and the force I was warned for are two different? Grrr... This is NOT good." Her copilot nodded in silence.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"First we must finish constructing the implementation device, then the nuerotranssmitor and then we install it in you".
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_Amps Home_
Felicity eeped again as she heard the thunder, but then she saw the flashes of light coming from behind one of the doors and she quickly ran to the door, standing at the door, not knowing how to open it, so instead she dropped into a pile of multi-colored goo that lowly oozed under the door into Amps room, and as Felicity's head was the first bit to reconstruct out of the goo, she looked happily at the lightning inside, luckily not seeing any water.
Felicity would take a small amount of time to reconstruct her body fully again.
*** Holodeck district, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked at Kyle with concern, "No answer?", he then heard rumbling far off, mumbling to himself, "I hate rain... always gets my suit all wet... I get a nice shine after... but ever since the protective coating of the suit wore off, I've been having to dry it manually... How about this, can we go to this Tigress person and get me a new suit while we wait?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie woke up after a while sighing as she didn't want to leave the room, but she couldn't stay in there forever, so she headed to the kitchen, which by now the stew had gotten a bit colder, and went to sit on a stool by the counter, "Hector? Can I have a bowl of stew?... and put a few hot peppers in my bowl...", she smiled, thinking of something funny.
***Indari Manor, Anna's room*** (Hit me of I'm wrong about where he is)
Raz abruptly woke up from feeling the small rumble of the thunder in the distance, his body in a better condition, now with all of his old scales flaked off to show a shiny ebony.
He then sat up, looking around for someone, thinking he was alone before calling out, forgetting where he was, "Mommy! Mommy!"
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*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna was startled awake, but quickly went to cradle Raz. "It's okay, little one... I've got you, you're safe... it's okay..."
*** Drake & Amie's room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"As I can sense it, the babies are fine," Drake assured Amie. A pause ensued before Drake asked, "You dreamed of darkness taking the kids, didn't you?"
*** Holodeck district, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Kinda outta luck with Tigress - she left for her home world with Travis. Something about Tal Shiar files he intercepted," came a female voice. "But, I do know of an awesome sushi bar in the Restaurant district..." a rumble from the approaching storm briefly cut her off. "... though I wouldn't advise flying there, Kyle. You remember what happened the last time you did that."
"Tcha, don't remind me - Anna never let me live that one down..." Kyle scoffed. He looked to Fawn. "Well, hop in - this thing has materializing doors that'll shield us from the rain. Izzy, where we going?"
"Route has been sent to your navigational computer," Izzy said. "Drive safe, General Indari."
*** Reznov residence, Draco City, Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr chuckled softly, then voiced his agreement: "Definitely, honey. But first, we need our sleep..." He laid down facing Kia, holding hr close as he drifted off to sleep.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
As Hector got Gypsie a bowl of soup, he asked, "Did master ever voice a desire to head down to the surface of Coruscant while he was in the holodeck with you?"
(And no, Vasily is not in the room at present.)
*** NCD Borealis, Subspace ***
Travis remained silent as he walked over to the window with Tigress. "They'll come for me, you know," he said to her in a hushed tone.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I understand. How may I help?" the Vulcan asked.
*** Base Alpha, New Berlin ***
Cerberus poked his head out, looking both ways, then ushering Fayam into the room. "Close and lock the door," he requested as he turned around, where it became evident he was armed with a disruptor pistol.
*** Tomahawk ***
The Gian ships would prick away at the newcomers' shields, but would have relatively little effect as the enemy...
But there came a new surprise as a task force of Klingon vessels de-cloaked - right on top of them. They immediately engaged, catching the Advent vessels by surprise. a half-dozen of their frigates and one of their capital ships went down with the initial attack. A single shout went out on an open channel: "For the Empire! 'Qapla!"
-
*New Berlin*
Fayam closed and locked the door. He whispered to Cerberus: "The UNCR set a mercenary on your back to kill you. That guy infiltrated your ranks, but fortunately I know exactly who it is..."
*Tomahawk*
Anna was confused as to what was happening. And she wasn't the only one- the Toma-Guards jumped into action and asked the Klingon: "What are you doing here, unidentified ships?" In Faith, Anna asked: "Empire?" The copilot searched the networks for information, saying: "Even I'm not familiar with that. I'm looking it up now..."
-
_Drake and Amie's room , Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
"I think so, I'm still trying to decipher the dream myself." Amie replied.
_Amp's home_
Despite the storm rolling in Amp's still slept soundly.
-NCD Borealis-
"Let them come." Tigress replied staring into subspace...
-Sandstorm Cantina, Shiela city, Ma'hara-
Two young Twi'lek women came into the main area, dressed only in slave rags and sandals, one with light puple skin the other blue with darker blue 'speckles' or spots on her flanks and sides running all the way up to her neck, the two of them handing out menus to the customers.
Cindy sighed, one of these days those two are going to get me in trouble..."The vixen muttered under her breath, noting how late they came out into the room.
-
** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios **
Blaine focused in on the conversation Thel and the Sangheili warrior were having, unable to translate but able to tell something was wrong. He grabbed for his rifle but felt nothing but air in his hands. Remembering that his armor and weapon were aboard the Allegiance armory, he quietly cursed.
-
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz sighed as he held onto Anna, shuddering as he cried into her shoulder, struggling to stay on her whenever she may try to put him down.
*** Holodeck district, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked around as he heard the voice, "Erm... alrightt... any idea when she'll be back... Izzy?", he finished with climbing into the car.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gyspie went to eat the stew, finishing a spoonfull, "I don't remember him saying anything about going... did he leave to go out of the ship, Hector?"
_Amps' Home_
Felicity formed on theside of the door to Amps' room, seeing her sparking and causing the electricity she went over to her and laid next to her on the bed, sucking up any electricity that discharged, loving the snack, but incidentally it was slowly making her brighter and brighter.
-
---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Go back to what you were doing, finish constructing everything"
-
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila city, Ma'hara ***
"I imagine because of the attire they choose to wear?" Janice asked Cindy.
*** NCD Borealis ***
Travis remained silent, staring out the window with Tigress, as though waiting for her to initiate a conversation.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The Vulcan nodded, and returned to his work.
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna cradled and shushed the little dragonling, being no stranger to it. She had done this with her daughter many times when she had a nightmare.
*** Drake and Amie's room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake tenderly kissed Amie. "Don't worry, baby - I won't let anything happen to the kids." He put a hand on her belly. "I promise."
*** Holodeck district, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Nope - but you could always check in with her assistant, Keri - she could get you outfitted, if that's what you're looking for," Izzy answered.
"So - what's first? Dinner or outfit?" Kyle asked.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
"Answer: No, but he left to gather his effects. Observation: He does not normally gear up unless he intends to head out," Hector responded. Gemini appeared in the doorway.
"Given his current condition, it might be a good idea that you go with him. Or try and talk him out of it," he said to Gypsie.
*** Base Alpha, New Berlin ***
"So do I," Cerberus responded. "They call him Fayam. Say he took down the San'Shyuum Hierarchs of the Reborn Covenant. Ironic that in doing so for the DMC, he did us a favor. They'd been a problem for us for a while."
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
"The Klingon Empire heard you were in trouble, and dispatched us to assist," the Klingon Commander clarified. "And we relished the chance to test ourselves in combat against these invaders!"
-
_Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila city, Ma'hara_
Cindy sighed, "Yes that's because their former slaves you'll see a lot of them around here, because some of the high ranking generals likes doing anti-slaver raids." the vixen explained.
-Indari Manor-
"Thanks."Amie muttered mind still deep in thought.
-Vadam keep_
"Captain Pheonix?" Fyra's comm beeped
"Yes?" She asked the helmsmen giving her the report, turning back to The "Kaidon, my ship is picking up slipspace and hyperspace signatures in orbit." Fyra explained.
-
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz was still suffering some of the previous medication, causing his movements to be sluggish. As Anna held him, Raz nuzzled into her neck, having calmed down now, but didn't want to leave another's embrace just yet.
*** Holodeck district, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn nodded, "Thanks...", he then looked towards Kyle, "Suit... then the sushi will be well worth the wait then~"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie nodded and downed her stew, putting her head on the counter as she stupidly burnt her mouth, then after a few moments she sulked out of the room and went to find Kyle, soon hearing his movements and walking to the doorway, knocking on the door, "Kyle?", she said with a breathed voice due to the burnt mouth.
_Amps' Home_
Felicity, currently laying next to Amps, nuzzled against her until she accidentally fell off the bed, making her shortly scream out as she made a thud on the floor, still in her Anthro form.
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*** Base Alpha, New Berlin ***
"So do I," Cerberus responded. "They call him Fayam. Say he took down the San'Shyuum Hierarchs of the Reborn Covenant. Ironic that in doing so for the DMC, he did us a favor. They'd been a problem for us for a while."
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
"The Klingon Empire heard you were in trouble, and dispatched us to assist," the Klingon Commander clarified. "And we relished the chance to test ourselves in combat against these invaders!"
*New Berlin*
Fayam chuckled, still hiding his gun. "You know your stuff. That guy is known for hunting only the highest bounties in the galaxy. But let's stay realistic. That Fayam..." Without warning he drew his gun and fired a salvo of bullets at Cerberus. Any hit would cause the impact area to vaporise, and left plasma burns on the edge. He continued: "Is ME!"
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-Guards answered: "We owe you a thanks for your assistance, as well as we do for all other allies helping defending Tomahawk. The planet might have been invaded, if not destroyed." Omega was told the ritual he was about to do was no longer needed, but he decided to continue anyway as a way of thanks. He had the pile of hebs set on fire and chanted in the Leviathan tongue. Hor'kuu told the groups openly: "It might strike you as strange, but Omega is giving you ships the blessing of the universe. We hope that it may serve you well."
Anna mumbled: "Perhaps it'll help me with the Tal Shiar. But I think they'll do it off as superstition. Anyway, let's do what we came for. Anna to Gaia, Faith coming in for landing!" The response was: "Hold it for three minutes, the GaiaKnights are coming in first!"
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*** New Berlin ***
Fayam was faster on the draw than Cerberus was, and he took several rounds in the chest. He went down hard, but managed to spit at Fayam, "You won't escape this place alive!" An explosion rocked the base, and the sounds of distant gunfire started along with shouts and surprised screams. A message was sent to Fayam from Nick and Judy:
"UNSC and allied forces are raiding the base; finish Cerberus and GET OUT OF THERE!!!"
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
The battle continued to rage, but just as the allied forces seemed to have the enemy on the defensive, a third fleet emerged from Phase Space:
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They all remained on the edge of the fight, not powering weapons or shields, as though they were observing the battle.
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna cradled Raz, knowing well he did not want to be put down. She sang a soft tune to him, as though she were his mother.
*** Holodeck district, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Suit it is," Kyle said. He would wait for Fawn to get in before he drove off, getting out of the parking lot and hitting the highway, heading for the Military District. "I wonder why Tigress would leave without telling me...?" Kyle mused.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
The first thing that answered Gypsie was a cough, then a metallic click-click! "Is something wrong, Gypsie?" Kyle asked.
*** Sandstorm Cantina, Sheila city, Ma'hara ***
"I'm surprised we haven't heard of it on the news," Salleth commented as she waited for the sirloin steak she'd ordered earlier.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
Thel frowned. "Friendlies?" he asked.
Luro closed his eyes, and reopened them after only a few moments. "Something is wrong. I must return to my ship - those signatures may be the enemy."
-
_Vadam keep_
Amber followed Luro along "I have a bad feeling about this."
_Sangheilios Orbit_
As if on cue a fleet of ships droppoed out of slipspace and hyperspace. 2 ORS Heavy Cruisers, 4 CCS Battlecruisers, 6 Paris Heavy Frigates and a Punic Supercarrier refitted to act as a light battleship/command ship were in high orbit of the plnet ,but just out of range, staying there ground one of the ORS heavy cruisers hailed the keep and a few Sangheili ships in orbit including Luro's
"Brother's and sisters of Sangheili, I am Darth Tornadus, you would know me as Vras'Frakius. I offer to you one chance to join a new covenant! One that the San'shyumm do not exist in to betray us ,but a covenant we rule alone!" said a black robed Sangheili.
_Amps home Dragon'taan_
When Felcity fell off the bed Amps shot up awaking. "Whose there?" She asked collar floof begining to spike up.
_NCD Borealis ,Subspace portal to Tigaria-
Tigress stared out into space as if in a trance.
"As a child I always wondered what was on the other side of that star. " She began "I never thought about how others were brought up, how people could be ripped from their families. I've had to deal with a lot of this since I came to Dragon'taan, not many people want to put up a fight with 7 o 8 foot tigers." The large 'tigress' added "I lived a shelterd life, my sister was a spoiled brat my brother a general in the military." She stopped there.
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** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios **
Blaine watched Luro and Amber leave the keep before pulling up a call to the Allegiance. He requested for a supply drop outside the structure, asking specifically for his armor and weapons. Finishing his call, Blaine looked to Andrew and Zuko. "I think we should take a page out of Luro's book and get ready for something big," He said, brushing his hair back.
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_Amps home Dragon'taan_
Felicity sat on the floor, rubbing her head, trying to respond, her voice still being distorted and scratchy, "Fe////ci///y", it'd be a miracle if Amps could make out a single bit of what she had said.
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
This seemed to upset Raz a bit as he buried his head into her chest, the song vaguely sounding like one his own mother used to hum to him, but he was happy too... just conflicted with memories and emotions.
*** Holodeck district, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn watched the buildings passing by, "Possibly something too urgent to alert others of it... or the matter was too dangerous... I mean, it is an armory, and I'm sure this Tigress person has other warehouses and such for operations... maybe one caught on fire or something..."
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie took a glowing bean out of her pocket and squeezed it into her mouth swallowing, and the next words that came out of her mouth were scottish, "Sary abewt tat, Keyle... mah threwt was bernt a bi'", she then gave a cough, "Burnt my throat on the stew... anyway... where are you going?"
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*New Berlin*
Fayam growled: "Just as I was getting at the bottom of things! Oh well. I'm afraid the one who will die here is you, Cerberus!" He kept firing, trying to evaporate as much as he could.
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-Guards growled: "Ok, our orbit is getting a bit crowded now. Hey, unidentified fleet... We don't mean to insult you, but we don't really appreciate your presence. What are you doing here anyway?" Now a second one noticed Anna and asked: "Hey! Anna Steen!" "Yeah?" "Have you spread any rumors about Tomahawk to the other system?" "No, why?" "Just wondering." They contacted back to Omega about that. He went back to contact General Korath.
Anna, after ending the communication, received the call that she could land. Faith descended to Gaia...
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Shoon noticed he started feeling hungry and after a while of chatting with his comrades (through the neurotransmitters, to others it just looked they were looking at the people working and staring at one another) one of them was warped into the Mother of Innovation with a faint flash of light to rest for a bit and eat.
-
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The other lab techs and scientists continued their work, seemingly not noticing.
*** Holodeck district, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Unlikely - Tigress knows she can trust me with such things. No... I think this may be something more personal," Kyle said.
"She did have Travis with her - and before she left the Armory, she had cracked the encryption on a set of files Travis intercepted from the Tal Shiar," Izzy commented. Kyle's brow furrowed in concern.
"Tal Shiar..." he mumbled.
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna continued to cradle Raz, laying down in her own bed with him still clinging to her. She happily cradled the young one, letting him fall asleep in her arms.
*** NCD Borealis, Subspace portal to Tigaria ***
"Still better than what the Tal Shiar did with me. God knows what I did for them before my memory was wiped," Travis said. He heaved a sigh. "I imagine I'll have to get used to being called Thomas."
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
"I have to see it, Gypsie," Kyle said, his voice sounding a bit unstable. "It's been forty years since Order 66. I have to see the Temple. I have to know."
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
The new fleet, on being contacted, went shields up and weapons hot in an instant, and began making for Tomahawk. With all other fleets busy dealing with the HTS and Advent fleets, it seemed no one could stop...
... but one could. Just as the new fleet was midway toward Tomahawk, the DMC fleet appeared, seemingly from nowhere, standing between the enemy and Tomahawk. The DMC forces were already ready for combat, and they opened up with a volley of Mass Drivers, missiles, torpedoes, and long-range plasma-disruptor cannons. The unidentified vessels - which the DMC sent their identification as the Vasari - went up in flames one after the other.
"General Bellator to Tomahawk - seems we got here just in time," Draco messaged Tomahawk.
*** Base Alpha, New Berlin ***
Cerberus, unarmored and helpless, simply disintegrated as Fayam fired on him. His computer, however, despite the sudden attack, remained active - and Cerberus was still logged into it. With Cerberus now dead, anything on his computer was fair game.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
Darth Tornadus' hail was answered by Thel himself: "To the one identifying as Darth Tornadus - for too long, the Sangheili's strength had been beholden to false prophets and leaders who would only use us. We fell into that trap once before - we shall not do so twice! You have forgotten your honor in allying with the Sith, and as such, you will be treated as an enemy of the Sangheili!"
Luro was already back aboard his vessel by the time Thel finished, and Zuko and Andrew were already on approach to theirs (with Blaine in tow, hopefully).
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_NCD Borealis, Subspace portal to Tigaria_
"If that's what you want to be called."The large female tiger responded, eyes still looking in the distance.
_Sangheilios Orbit SCCSuper Cell_
"No, it is you who have dishonored you and your kin!" Tornadus replied cutting the comm link there, a group of the lighter covenant and human ships moving to engage the ships in lower orbit.
_Vadam Keep_
Though the Huragok had remained, Fyra had already left and Amber with Luro.
-Indari Manor, Dragon'taan-
"I sense a freindly presence nearing the manor." Amie muttered "familiar too." she added just before a knock came to the door.
_Amps home, Dragon'taan_
"Fe?" Amps asked "Fay are you here?"She asked leaning over the bed seeing the anthro dragon she almost screamed ,but then recognized the pattern on Felicity. "How did you change foms?" she asked. "And what are you doing on the floor?"
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** Sangheilios **
Blaine, having retrieved his armor and rifle, caught up with Zuko and Andrew. He stayed quiet, pulling his helmet on, as they approached their vessel. The message from the Sith was unexpected to him, but cleared his mind. They were going to war and he was back in to doing what he was trained to do.
"So this Darth Tornado guy or whatever, we're going up there to kick his robed ass, right?" Blaine asked Andrew, as they continued to the airship. Waiting on his response, he sent a feed of the message and the view of the warships from the planet surface to ONI and HIGHCOM. If this assault group was a part of a bigger fleet, Sangheilios would need all the help it could get.
(( Edited, cause I had temporary writer's block ))
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*** Holodeck district, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked at Kyle and then to Izzy, "Who're the Tal Shiar? They sound new... and I'm guessing something not very friendly?"
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz smiled, pressing the curve of his horns and his muzzle into her chest, nuzzling her as he got comfortable. Raz's breathing was shaky as he kept seeing these actions similar to his mother's in Anna's actions, conflicting his mind as he tried to grasp this... needless to say, he was happy for this having had lost his parents so early in his life, thus not having not much time to properly get to know his parents.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie walked up to him and held a hand to his forehead, "Kyle... you're still sick... this is your fever talking... you need to take your things back off and go sleep... that or I ask Hector to tell you puns all night over the coms... your choice..", she said this in a cheerful tone, but her face went to a worried one, "Yes... you need to face your past again... but you can't do it alone... why don't we go somewhere to cool down for a while? Maybe somewhere you had good memories in on this planet?... then we can go to where ever else after... sound good?"
_Amps home, Dragon'taan_
Felicity grumbled rubbing her head, but understood what she was saying, however remembering her own voice being so scratchy, Felicity made a gesture for sleeping and then rolled, simulating a fall by making a mechanical whistle and thud with her mouth, she then tilted her head, "W///o'/// ///ay?"
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*** Approaching Military District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
A clap of thunder sounded, and Kyle was quick to activate the materializing doors, shielding them from the inevitable rain. That done, he answered, "The Tal Shiar aren't new... but they aren't friendly, either. They're the clandestine operations branch of the Romulan Star Empire... before the Hobus Supernova."
"When the Hobus Supernova destroyed the Romulan home world of Romulus, the Romulan Star Empire fractured; the Tal Shiar became a faction independent of the Romulan Empire. The Tal Shiar was under the command of Colonel Hakeev, until Hakeev was KIA by our very own Admiral Trask Makron and his crew. For a while, the Tal Shiar was leaderless, and infighting broke out," Izzy continued.
"Until they came under the command of a new leader, one we had not expected to pop up on the grid because she was supposed to be either dead or so old as to not pose a threat - Admiral Arai," Kyle sighed. "Regardless, the Tal Shiar and their cousins in the Romulan Empire - under Empress Sela, no less - have been giving everyone no end of trouble."
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna continued to cradle Raz, waiting for him to fall asleep. It was so cute and adorable to her, like a child wanting his mother. She would soon find herself slowly falling asleep, as well.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake was unwilling to leave his pregnant wife's side, and called out, "Someone wanna get that?" But there was no answer.
But one was not needed. Mathayus and Maria came striding up to the manor behind the visitor at the door. "Um... hello, is... is there something you need?"
*** Grand Archives, Crusader Temple, Dragon'taan ***
Amy came striding into the Archives, a bit tired, and went over to the computer across from Tony. "Hey, how ya doin'?" She groggily greeted him.
*** Sangheilios ***
"That's the idea," Andrew responded as he boarded the command shuttle.
"But with what we know of the Sith, they'll either stay and fight to the last man, or tuck tail and run when they see things are not going the way they want," Zuko added. "I get the impression that this is much larger than it looks."
*** NCD Borealis, Subspace portal to Tigaria ***
Travis paused, staring out with Tigress. Finally, he asked, "See something out there?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
"There is, actually," Kyle responded. "A cantina not far from the Jedi Temple... the bartender and several of the waiters were good friends of mine... if they're still there, we can relax there." He looked to Gypsie. "But I'll warn you now, Coruscant isn't the kind of jungle you're used to - it is... rife with life. Makes it difficult to center myself, and so easy to get lost in the crowds. Just stick close to me." He clipped both his lightsabers to his belt.
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-Indari manor-
The purple vixen wearing a brown jedi like cloak turned to face the two "Hmm you seem famiar ,but I don't remember seeing you." the odd vixen said pointing to Mathayus.
_Amps home_
"Well get back up here if you want to sleep with me." Amps replied. "I'll see about repairs for you later."
-NCD Borealis-
"No I just like staring into space" Tigress replied
- USLV Assured Victory -
Amber stepped onto the bridge and awaited Luro's command.
_Glacius Orbit_
2 D'kora class and 2 Ferengi freighters dropped out of warp just beyond high orbit of the frozen planet the lead ship hailing the surface.
-
** Sangheilios **
Blaine followed the two on board, shouldering his rifle and taking a seat. He waited on o arrive back on the Allegiance. "What kind of assets do we have at the moment?" He asked, clearing his visor.
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*** Approaching Military District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn just went wide eyed, "That... is. Quite a lot to take in... hm... maybe we should call her... or send her a message bot? Just to make sure she's safe..."
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz nuzzled Anna, making cute chirps, connected to how a dragling would to it's mother or parents, meaning that the dragling missed it's parent and wanted to cuddle.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gyspie looked at the sabers, her ears going down a bit, "That dangerous, huh?... alright... I'll stick close to you... but I'm not changing...", she said turning around and leaving Kyle to finish getting dressed
_Amps home_
Felciity looked at Amps and got up, climbing into the bed and quickly hugging Amps as they laid back down, nuzzling her shoulder.
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*** Approaching Military District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"If it's Tigress you refer to, she'll be fine," Izzy assured Fawn as Kyle turned off into the Military District. "Besides, she's in subspace; even a gravity well generator could not pull her out of there. She's safe all the way to her destination."
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna cuddled the little dragling, wishing her husband could be here to take pictures.
*** Outside Indari Manor ***
"Well, the feeling's mutual - I don't recognize you, either," Mathayus told the stranger. "Do you have some specific business at Indari Manor?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
"I'm not asking you to change - merely to be careful," Kyle said. "I don't know if Vader is still about, and if he is... I don't know what he'll do to you."
*** NCD Borealis ***
Travis stared out with her in silence. In his mind, he wondered what he'd find on Tigaria.
*** Sangheilios ***
As everyone was seated, the command shuttle closed, pressurized, and blasted off for orbit. "To answer your question, we still have the UNSC Battle Fleet that assisted us at the Star Forge, plus the Sangheili forces in orbit, and Luro's fleet," Andrew told Blaine.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
Luro strode onto the bridge of his vessel and immediately began issuing commands: "Shields up, weapons on standby; Ambre, get on the horn, tell our fleet to go battle alert - shields up, weapons hot!"
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*New Berlin*
Fayam laughed: "Ha! This is really too easy!" After putting his gun back to his belt, he copied all of Cerberus' files to his own pocket computer for later research. After that he got out of the room and ran to the docks, hoping to be out of the Alpha Base before anyone noticed Cerberus' disappearance.
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-Guards sighed to the DMC fleet: "Yeah... You really got some great timing, you know that? Thank purity for your arrival."
*Gaia*
Faith landed on the spaceport. Despite the hangar wasn't far away, Anna still decided to take surface transport. She took a glowing stick out of her belt and once she got the right position a motorcycle (http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/tron/images/d/d0/Gen_01_light_cycle_5view.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20100509194906) formed around her, taking her on high speed to her destination.
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_ Amp's home_
Amp's wrapped an arm around Felicity trying to make sure to let he fall out again.
_Indari Manor_
Spyra thought for a moment, "There is a Dragonling someone brought in here i was going to see it. o.O
_ Assured Victoty_
"Already ahead of you on that." Amber replied " the smaller ships are heeading towards us the Punic and the larger covenant cruisesers are hanging back." She explained
-Sangheilios orbit, Sith Fleet_
Two Tie/fo fighters (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/TIE/fo_space_superiority_fighter) one from the Punic and one fom one of the ORS heavy cruisers, dropped out of the docking bays and jumped into hyperspace.
_Glacius Orbit_
The Ferengi vessels were oddly very patient as they waited for a responce.
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_ Amp's home_
Felicity seemed to literally melt in Amps' arms once she would fall asleep, latching and spreading onto Amps' body, replicating the pressure of her against Amps to ensure Amps would stay calm
*** Approaching Military District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn remained silent until they got closer, "I wonder how much money I have in my bank account right now... I remember investing in a small restaurant before I left... I think it was... Sal's? Mel's? Sssssssomething..."
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz warmed up more and more to Anna, nuzzling her more, his tail wrapping around her waist to help him keep close to her.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie smiled, "I'll be fine, Kyle... also... didn't Vader die? I mean... there was something about it in the news..."
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*** Approaching Military District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle frowned as he pulled into the parking area of Tigress' Armory. "You mean Sol's? Sol's Bar & Grille?"
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna was fast asleep with Raz clinging to her. She didn't know how her husband would react to this, but she was certain he'd find it adorable.
*** Outside Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Mathayus responded. "Well, Raz is currently in the master bedroom that my brother and his wife share, and knowing Anna, she's likely asleep at this hour."
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Those small ships wouldn't stand a chance against this many ships on our side - what are the big ships waiting f--" Luro began. He was cut short when a new vessel appeared with the fleet:
http://orig05.deviantart.net/ce42/f/2015/315/f/0/eternal_fleet_battlecruiser_ortho__new__by_unusualsuspex-d9gacz5.jpg (http://orig05.deviantart.net/ce42/f/2015/315/f/0/eternal_fleet_battlecruiser_ortho__new__by_unusualsuspex-d9gacz5.jpg)
"... What the hell is that?" one of the crewmen asked.
"... The Eternal Fleet..." Luro whispered, a surprised and concerned frown creeping on his face.
*** Glacious Orbit ***
The Ferengi hail was finally answered. "Apologies for the wait, sir - caught us in the middle of maintenance on the Comms. Welcome to Glacious. How may I help?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Kyle shook his head. "Not in this 'verse," he said. "It's a long story, but suffice to say, Vader survived Endor. Him and his son. I don't know which way the wind blew that day, but I dread running into him again."
"Gypsie," Gemini said from the doorway, "A word?" Kyle continued readying his effects.
*** New Berlin ***
As though on cue, a drop ship landed near Fayam and opened up. A squad of UNSC troopers came charging out, engaging the Insurrectionists, and the drop ship remained there, as though waiting for Fayam to board. The Insurrectionists were all too busy fighting the invading UNSC Forces to even take notice of Fayam.
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
The combined fleets began to push the invading forces out of the system, but it seemed none of the enemy fleets were willing to retreat; they continued to fight, as though wanting to go down fighting.
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** Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine stood up and watched the battlecruiser come into view. He stood still, speechless, and realized the game had changed. "Well, we're boned..." Blaine finally said, almost muttering.
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Dragon'taan
_Indari Manor, 'front porch'_
"Well, can I come in?" Spyra asked "I'm Spyra, by the way, i must have met your brother before, then, are you older?"
-Amp's home-
Amps had drifted off to sleep by now, sparks ove her body fizzeling when she breathed creating a sort of eletric snore.
-Ferengi vessel Wall Street.,Glacius-
"Wee wish to trade, with you do you have aanything you need , heaters, coils anything?" The Ferengi
-USVL Assured Victoy-
"I don't think that their plans are to attack us." Amber noted "Their trying to pass us and head for the planet, "We're just blocking the way." The white vixen added targeting some of the ships that were drawling closer.
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*** Approaching Military District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle frowned as he pulled into the parking area of Tigress' Armory. "You mean Sol's? Sol's Bar & Grille?"
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna was fast asleep with Raz clinging to her. She didn't know how her husband would react to this, but she was certain he'd find it adorable.
*** Outside Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Mathayus responded. "Well, Raz is currently in the master bedroom that my brother and his wife share, and knowing Anna, she's likely asleep at this hour."
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Those small ships wouldn't stand a chance against this many ships on our side - what are the big ships waiting f--" Luro began. He was cut short when a new vessel appeared with the fleet:
http://orig05.deviantart.net/ce42/f/2015/315/f/0/eternal_fleet_battlecruiser_ortho__new__by_unusualsuspex-d9gacz5.jpg (http://orig05.deviantart.net/ce42/f/2015/315/f/0/eternal_fleet_battlecruiser_ortho__new__by_unusualsuspex-d9gacz5.jpg)
"... What the hell is that?" one of the crewmen asked.
"... The Eternal Fleet..." Luro whispered, a surprised and concerned frown creeping on his face.
*** Glacious Orbit ***
The Ferengi hail was finally answered. "Apologies for the wait, sir - caught us in the middle of maintenance on the Comms. Welcome to Glacious. How may I help?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Kyle shook his head. "Not in this 'verse," he said. "It's a long story, but suffice to say, Vader survived Endor. Him and his son. I don't know which way the wind blew that day, but I dread running into him again."
"Gypsie," Gemini said from the doorway, "A word?" Kyle continued readying his effects.
*** New Berlin ***
As though on cue, a drop ship landed near Fayam and opened up. A squad of UNSC troopers came charging out, engaging the Insurrectionists, and the drop ship remained there, as though waiting for Fayam to board. The Insurrectionists were all too busy fighting the invading UNSC Forces to even take notice of Fayam.
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
The combined fleets began to push the invading forces out of the system, but it seemed none of the enemy fleets were willing to retreat; they continued to fight, as though wanting to go down fighting.
*New Berlin*
Fayam grinned as he ran into the UNSC ship. "It couldn't have gone smoother," he told himself, "I wish to see the face of Jal when he can't find Cerberus! But that would be too risky... Oh well. Lemme just go through Cerberus' stuff right now..." He took his pocket computer and started scrutinising the files he had just 'retrieved'.
*Gaia*
Anna arrived at the hangar. She greeted the woman behind the counter and said: "Hey. I'd like to have some ships built?" The woman answered: "Well, of course. You give us the design, we'll get right to work... Anna Steen, wasn't it?" Unbeknownst to her, the copilot made an open call: "Hey! Everyone fighting near Tomahawk! The attack was planned. The Tal Shiar tricked the attacking force into believing we are to blame for something in the past- but we didn't have any contact until so much as a year ago. We know nothing about your history, invaders. So please... Leave us alone, and blame the Tal Shiar for blaming us."
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*** Approaching Military District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn snapped his fingers, "That's what it was called!... It was a small cafe the last time I saw it... I'm guessing it's pretty big now?"
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz had fallen into a deep sleep too, but kept close to Anna still.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie looked back at Kyle as she left the room, concerned, seeing Gemini and going over to him when he beckoned her, "What's up?"
-Amp's home-
Felicity kept morphing around Amps' form, going under her clothing, if she had any, and hugging tightly to Amps' body as she connected around behind her back, morphing around her fur spikes, and not changing the spikes to flat, only applying her own fur texture over her body.
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** Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine stood up and watched the battlecruiser come into view. He stood still, speechless, and realized the game had changed. "Well, we're boned..." Blaine finally said, almost muttering.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"No, we are not," Zuko assured him with a militant grin only a Sangheili was capable of. "We still have them woefully outnumbered."
An open line went out from the Assured Victory: "All Star League Vessels, lock weapons, prepare to fire!"
Andrew voiced his agreement. "Aye, all UNSC Ships - Lock weapons, prepare to fire!"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
"While the captain is understandably weary regarding Vader, he has nothing to fear from him; the only people who ever call him Vader anymore are those in the Imperial parts of the UIA Starfleet, Piett especially. To everyone else... he's just Anakin Skywalker again," Gemini explained to Gypsie. "Records show Luke was able to convince his father to turn on the Emperor at Endor, and they both formed the base of what became the United Imperial Alliance and the New Jedi Order; rumor has it, Lord-Admiral Markus Tokarev also had a hand in that. That being said, Captain Vasily refuses to take my word or Hector's regarding Vader - to some degree, considering recent events... I can't say I blame him. I think he wants to head down planetside to see the Jedi Temple again - to face his past. Did he tell you he was there when Order 66 came down?"
*** New Berlin ***
Cerberus' personal files would contain a mass of organized files detailing his activities, plans for various sectors in UNSC space and elsewhere, who was cooperating with the Insurrectionists, who and what he was targeting, names of various political leaders who were collaborating with them, weapons research, and even a foray into Adapted Borg Technology and possible negotiations with an obscure Mandalorian Clan. Of particular interest, however, were documents detailing a supposed new arrival to the galaxy - among them, a faction calling themselves the "Triple Alliance Fleet".
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
The attacking forces over Tomahawk dwindled, and took heavy losses after the DMC Fleet arrived; the HTS fleet retreated first, with only a handful of frigates and cruisers plus a pair of severely-damaged capital ships able to make the jump; the Orthodox Advent went next, having taken Anna's statement to heart and retreated with what remained of their fleet; the Vasari Central Command ships, however, refused to retreat, continuing the fight even though woefully outnumbered and outgunned.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"It's huge at this point, pal - they're the most popular restaurant on Dragon'taan," Kyle chuckled. "If you had stocks in that place, you'd be doing well." He parked the jeep and sighed. "Here we are - Tigress' Armory. Since Tigress isn't here, I imagine her assistant, Keri, is. She can get you outfitted.
*** Indari Manor Front Porch, Dragon'taan ***
"Yes - Kyle Indari is my younger brother," Mathayus responded. He opened the door, let Maria in, then ushered Spyra in.
*** Ferengi vessel Wall Street, Glacius ***
"Heaters are always welcome; we also need a quantity of Self-Sealing Stem Bolts and spirits would also be good," Responded the officer down planetside.
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_Indari Manor_
Spyra walked inside silenly thanking Mathayus with a nod.
-Fox Fire, Sangheilios orbit._
"We're not missing out on this fight"Fyra said "Helm prepare the guass rifles warm up the Wyvern launchers, bring the engery weapons online." she added, bringing the weapons online to the ship as they had been turned off since there had been no hostiles until now."
_Tigress, Armory, Dragon'taan_
Keri sat in an office chair at the front desk playing games on the computer.
a white hologram of a Vixen appeared on the desk near Keri, "Kyle..." She began waiting for the dragon-shifter to come closer
-Wall street, Glacius_
The ferengi turned to his crew, discussing something with them, though by now something seemed vey odd about them.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine stood back, watching the battle unfold. He awaited anything that needed a man on the ground, as he had no clue when it came to space combat.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
Gypsie nodded and took the info in, "Alright... but I'm going to try and keep him away for Vader if I see him... can I have a picture of Vader? I only ask because I know Kyle isn't ready yet... his mind it tangled, so I think he should calm down and unwind first."
_Tigress, Armory, Dragon'taan_
Fawn nodded to Kyle and started walking in with him, "Really?... huh... then I guess my account is quite full right now..", he then looked at Keri, "Hello~ Would it be possible for an outfitting? My current suit is old and dated... do you have anything more durable? Money isn't a problem."
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*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
Gemini looked over at Kyle - who was still making ready with the occasional cough - and then back at Gypsie. "You didn't get this from me," he told her, summoning and handing Gypsie an image of Vader as he currently was; a man in a black tunic and cloak, absent of nearly all of his life-supporting apparatuses save his breath mask, which resembled the one used by Darth Malgus.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
Both sides of the brewing battle seemingly held their proverbial breath, waiting to see who would make the move that started the fight.
*** Wall street, Glacius Orbit ***
"Glacius Control to Wall Street - you having trouble up there?" The control representative asked.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle stepped closer to the hologram. "Something you need...?" he asked.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus returned the nod and walked in behind Spyra, as his wife headed upstairs to their bedroom.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
With the components assembled, the lab techs and workers looked to Shoon and his party for how to proceed.
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*** New Berlin ***
Cerberus' personal files would contain a mass of organized files detailing his activities, plans for various sectors in UNSC space and elsewhere, who was cooperating with the Insurrectionists, who and what he was targeting, names of various political leaders who were collaborating with them, weapons research, and even a foray into Adapted Borg Technology and possible negotiations with an obscure Mandalorian Clan. Of particular interest, however, were documents detailing a supposed new arrival to the galaxy - among them, a faction calling themselves the "Triple Alliance Fleet".
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
The attacking forces over Tomahawk dwindled, and took heavy losses after the DMC Fleet arrived; the HTS fleet retreated first, with only a handful of frigates and cruisers plus a pair of severely-damaged capital ships able to make the jump; the Orthodox Advent went next, having taken Anna's statement to heart and retreated with what remained of their fleet; the Vasari Central Command ships, however, refused to retreat, continuing the fight even though woefully outnumbered and outgunned.
*New Berlin*
Fayam mumbled: "Sheesh. That guy's got quite the database. Hm... Wait, what's this? 'Triple Alliance Fleet'... I wonder..." He opened the folder.
*Tomahawk*
The anti-Borg turrets and nuclear towers were still firing at max power. So was the hornet-attack of the GaiaKnights.
*Gaia*
Anna replied: "Sure, I have the designs right here..." She laid out seven holographic designs, with all details included. The woman behind the counter said: "WHAT? Those are some HUGE plans you got there. That big 'un doesn't even fit in our hangar!" Anna shrugged, saying: "It's what I want."
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
What they would see before their eyes looks like an operating table on a low stand with arms with many plates and light from the base. in another box, they would small liquid filled boxes with the small metallic implants themselfes.
"Well, whomever the person was that meant to be the first implanted it is time please come with us. On another subject, we are going to need a sterile room ready for an operation. Once we are there I will have the actual medical personnel come in"
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-Sangheilios orbit-
Two of the Paris frigates and two of the CCS cruisers began to move towards the allied fleet in orbit, weapons and shields on as they charged towards the planet.
The Fox Fire targeted both of the CCS cruisers “We have the covenant vessels targeted ,Luro does Thel need any new ships we can try to disable them.” Fyra said over the comm.
_Tigress Armory, Dragon’taan _
Keri looked up to ,Fawn “That depends on what you want exactly, armor, bodysuit?”the couger like Khajiit asked.Serena looked at Kyle with a concerned look “We’re picking up some odd readings from our Glacius sensor station near some Ferengi vessels.” The hologram vixen explained.
_Indari Manor_
Spyra changed forms to a small purple dragon, purple eyes examining her surroundings.”nice place where csn I stay until I can speak with the dragonling?”the purple scaled dragoness asked.
_Tigaria system,_
A subspace portal opened up in mid space, the Borealis coming out of the portal. "Well here we are..." Tigres began. "Home." she added with a sigh.
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*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan * * *
Fawn thought about it for a moment, "Do you have anything meant for tactical situations and advanced medical help?... and something that doesn't ride up? Also, do you carry any temperate bodysuits?"
-Amps' home-
Felicity was nearing the final engulfing of Amps, her simulated body pressure from before, disapaiting as her body pulsed around Amps' body, giving a gentle massage around Amps' body.
Felicity was asleep as she did this, past memories, long forgotten, having left an imprint on her from when she used to be on the broken Normandy ship.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A * * *
Gypsie nodded and pocketed the picture, "Reeeaally edgy...", she said to herself before walking back to Kyle, "Done yet, princess?", she said in a joking manner from around the corner.
* * *Anna and Kyle's bedroom, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan * * *
Raz slept soundly, his soulstone dimming to a low red hum, still fading in and out of the glow, casting a small red glow in the room and slightly under the door.
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*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"What kind of odd readings?" Kyle asked Serena.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You could take the couch or one of the vacant rooms," Maria responded.
*** Anna and Kyle's bedroom, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna slept soundly, evidently unaware of Raz's glowing soulstone.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Of course," Daala responded to Shoon. "This way." She led Shoon and the "volunteer" to a sterile room just off the labs.
*** Tigaria system ***
"Home..." Travis sighed, melancholy clear in his tone. "Been here many times, yet never once did I visit the surface."
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"We don't need new ships, but we do need to know the meaning of this sudden attack - proceed," Thel responded to Fyra.
The fleets awaited the order to fire. Andrew turned to Blaine and asked, "Care to lead a boarding party to gather intel?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
A loud click-clack-clack! answered Gypsie's question as Kyle racked a round into the chamber of his rifle. That done, he walked to Gypsie, dressed in his usual attire with his cloak over everything. "We can transport down or fly; your choice."
*** New Berlin ***
As the drop ship flew Fayam to his destination, Cerberus' personal files on the Triple Alliance would contain a wealth of intelligence on their activities and force composition - which was, to say, a mixed fleet of ships from the Trader Emergency Coalition, the Ascended Advent, and the Vasari Independent Republic - and it was abundantly clear Cerberus openly was against the Triple Alliance intervening with affairs in the current galaxy. Also of note was their foreign origins - a galaxy very far from this one. Included in the dossiers was detailed information on all three member factions:
http://sinsofasolarempire.wikia.com/wiki/TEC (http://sinsofasolarempire.wikia.com/wiki/TEC)
http://sinsofasolarempire.wikia.com/wiki/Advent (http://sinsofasolarempire.wikia.com/wiki/Advent)
http://sinsofasolarempire.wikia.com/wiki/Vasari (http://sinsofasolarempire.wikia.com/wiki/Vasari)
Also of note was the location of a broadcast station and fleet gathering point, one of several, hidden in remote, inconsequential areas of zero tactical importance. In the right hands, this information could be used to build ties to this Triple Alliance - and if it fell into different hands, it could be a major intelligence coup that could be used to drive them from this galaxy.
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
The Vasari ships continued to fight, woefully outnumbered, outclassed and outgunned, even as their numbers dwindled into nothing - first steadily, but rapidly increasing in pace. With so many different kinds of firepower hitting them continuously, it was not long until the only thing remaining of the VCC Fleet was the drifting, derelict hulks of their once-proud vessels.
"General Bellator to Tomahawk - word of advice, you may want to capture and restore those derelict ships; they could come in handy both as defense vessels and blueprints for your own variations should they ever come back," Draco signaled Tomahawk.
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_Tigress' Armory_
"I have a temperatue controled suit of armor as for normal clothing, i can offer you a dragonskin bodysuit." Keri told Fawn.
"I'm not sure Kyle.."Serena replied.
_Amp's home_
Amps slept soundly, somehow completely able to ignore Felicity.
_Fox Fire
"Roger that." Fyra said , the ship targeting one of the cruisers engines...(To be continued on next post)
_Wall Street, Glacius orbit.
The Ferengi looked back behind him. "No we're just collecting goods for you."
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_Tigress' Armory_
"Alright, those sound pretty good! Is there a demo I can try?", Fawn asked Keri
_Amp's home_
By now, Felicity now surrounded Amps' body, leaving her mouth and eyes alone, but everywhere else was covered closely.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie looked at Kyle and shook her head, "A bit excessive, dontcha think?", she said gesturing to the weapons on him, "Everything about you screams 'I'm an edgy individual'.... I mean that in the best way, Kyle... but you shouldn't be going around armed to the teeth... I mean... look at me, I wear a tribal bikini with a pouch and some effect darts... just bring a pistol or something... alright?", she then spoke out, "Bit excessive, right, Gemini?"
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*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Can you show me what you have, then?" Kyle asked Serena.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
The Sangheili ships were the first to fire, sending a flurry of Enhanced Plasma Torpedoes downrange toward mostly the ORS Heavy Cruisers and the Punic Supercarrier.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
"As much as I hate to take sides on this, old friend... she has a point," Gemini said.
Kyle glared at Gemini, then shifted his gaze to Gypsie, where that red glow shifted to purple. "The last time I was here... was when Order 66 came down. I had to fight, shoot, and slash my way off-world; even then, I could not stop the massacre I saw. I will not get caught flatfooted this time, not like the Jedi did - I will remain heavily-armed until I am certain--"
"Your vigilance is admirable, Captain," Gemini cut him off. "But you are no longer alone. You have Gypsie, and you have myself and Hector. In fact, if you really want to feel safe, you could take Hector with you, as well. You programmed him as a bodyguard, remember?"
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** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine slid the hammer back on his rifle and silently nodded, accepting the offer.
((My phone internet was jacked up for days T_T ))
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_ Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan_
Keri motioned to the room to her left.
Serena brought up a holo display showing the odd signals as dots near the Ferengi vessels. "I'm still going over the data ,but we've picked up some activity near one of the anomolies." Serena explained.
-Fox Fire, Sangheilios Orbit_
The ship fired of a volley of guass rifle slugs and lasers trying to tear a hole in one of the CCS Cruisers, a large hold being made by the weapons, leaving the ship disabled as the engine system had been destroyed.
_Wall Street,Glacius Orbit_
"So how much will you be paying for this transaction?" the Ferengi asked
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Shoon and his party attached round devices the size of a fist to all of the constructed equipment which caused it to lift and hover slight above the floor and started pushing it after her.
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Tigress Amory, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn followed Keri's directions and went to that room, stepping in and looking around before turning around, "Now what?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie's ears went back as she got worried and felt bad for bringing this up, but perked up as Gemini backed her up, "Yeah! I'm here, and clearly I'm no Lily... I'd say I'm more of a thorny rose...", she shook her head and got back on track , "Anyway. Change into something more casual, alright.... and if you must, keep your weapons compact so we don't have authorities breathing down our necks...", she then forced Kyle back into the changing room and stood in the doorway, "And I'm not letting you go until you do... alright? This is healthy for you.... despite your past, you need to settle your nerves or you'll be as jittery as a little kitten... or rather end up as a 'deer in headlights'"
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan * * *
Raz's stone seemed to glow in and out quicker as he seemed to start having a nightmare, this nightmare seemingly being more intense as it made his soulstone think he was in danger, so a low and deep hum softly started as he lightly squirmed. The hum would slowly get louder the longer he was left to squirm.
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_ Indari Manor_
Sprya's eyes began to glow sensing something, she rushed to the door of Kyle and Anna's room, scratching the door lightly with one claw, as if she had gone full feral, acting like a wild dragon ,but showing no aggresivness as she continued to claw at the door. She seemed wild ,but would not attack anyone.
_ Tigress' Armory_
Keri pressed a button, the room fawn was in opening up secret panels revealing a whole changing room in more of a huge closet style, racks in the hidden wall panels with various types of body suits hanging from them most of the bodysuits having an odd scale like pattern almost as if they were the hides of dragon's ,but they were synthetic. some other suits were simply leather like material. further down the room were a couple sets of armor on display, ODST, SPI, Mjolinr and Clone trooper armor along with a couple others displayed the types of armor actually availble, along with a list of a few others between on of the displays.
"Tigress just finshed the line for creating mandalorian armor if you want some of that, I'd recommend the clone trooper armor though the version we make is supeior to the classic Beskar'gam, i think we sold Boba a set of it last time he was here." Keri added, turning to Serena and Kyle.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
"Fine," Kyle grumbled, "But I'm not losing my cloak... or my lightsabers." He put his M41-A on the rack, and instead, stuffed a modified disruptor pistol of Klingon origin in the back of his pants after he changed into a casual set of clothes. "It's not the local authorities that concern me. Its whatever we may find down planetside. I haven't been here since Order 66, so I know little of how things have changed down there."
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
This woke Anna and she gently shook Raz. "Hey - easy, sweetie, wake up; you're having a nightmare. Wake up."
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Daala indicated a nearby room. "Help yourself - use the comm panel on the wall if you need anything; we'll be nearby."
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"We did," Kyle called down to Fawn and Keri before returning his attention to Serena. "Is it possible there's some form of cloaked vessels there? Something they're trying to sneak down planetside?" he asked her.
*** Wall Street, Glacius Orbit ***
"Well, how much are you offering them for?" the representative asked back. "You never really quoted a price."
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
As Blaine would gather his boarding party, Andrew and Zuko would send orders to the UNSC vessels in orbit to target and disable ships in the fleet - one of which would be boarded by Blaine.
"Zuko to Blaine - we won't have a lot of time; stand by to be beamed aboard the enemy vessel at moment's notice; your immediate objective would be to disable the shields of the vessel you're on, so we can beam in reinforcements. Copy?"
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Those other ships are attacking - why does the Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser hang back?" Luro mused aloud. "What's he waiting for?"
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** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
"Copy that, beam us in five mikes," Blaine replied, having collected some explosive belts and bombs. He had recruited a few Spartans and ODST veterans for the boarding party. Blaine started up his music in his helmet, a heavy thrashing black metal.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie's ears went back again as she felt concerned for how Kyle was acting, "We can go... but I need you to promise me that you'll keep a level head... alright? I understand your past and how hurt you are form it... but despite vader's actions, if you see him, wait... alright? I will angry if you just attack out of anger, because that will make you just like him...", she meant it in all the good ways, having stepped forward and having her hand resting on his chest, having been fished through his shirt, her hand gentle and soft, even to the scarred skin and soul.
*** Anna & Kyle's Room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz opened his eyes abruptly as she gently shook him, the red light from his soulstone making her look menacing in his eyes, causing the stone's bass to become slightly louder, just loud enough to be heard faintly through the door.
Raz made distressed calls as he called for Anna, smelling her scent, but forgetting it was her that was holding him.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked at the SPI armor, "What's special about this one?", he said poking at it.
_Amps' Home_
Felicity kept sleeping, sustaining herself off of Amps' occasional discharges, but the power was getting a bit too great, so Felicity had no choice but to let out an electrical blast that passed through the walls of the house, shutting off everything in Amps' home and exploding a junction box some ways down the road, but after that, Felicity returned to a dim light, her 'suit' becoming tight for a moment as she regained power again, learning from Amps' discharges and mimicking them to help prevent what just happened.
Felicity was awake for a moment, noticing that she was around Amps' but didn't complain.
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_Borealis, Tigaria Orbit_
"You ready for this?" Tigress asked, as the ship began it's decent to a space dock.
_Fox Fire, Sangheilios Orbit_
The Fox Fire got into defensive mode as it's allies prepared to board any disabled ships. "We're moving into defensive posture good luck with your boarding parties, we'll do our best to keep anymore ships from getting to close and interfearing." Fyra said over the comm.
_Tigress;' Armory_
"Orginally the SPI Armor , though more advanced than standard UNSC Armor was less advanced than the Mjolnir armor, it had photoreactive panels that mimiced the Covenant active cloak, later elite versions did have an active cloak and a shield, but the first few models did not have an actual active cloak or sheilds and the photoreactive panels were sensative to bright flashes." Keri explained "That version is a special DMC version with full triple layered shields, personal cloaking device, Beskar alloy plates and an inner gel layer provide superiro protection for when the shields go down, there are also many options to go along with the HUD system ,but that's all up to you, really it's just a diffrent look for our standard military grade armory." Keri explained "So really it's all asthetics, we can make you armor look like just about anything and still contain the full stuff we even have a couple of special addons for medics , which i think you'd want." She finished.
_Indari Manor_
Spyra continued to claw at the door, knocking her horns on the door as she struggled to get inside, her mind overcome with something.
_ Amp's home_
Amp's stirred a little from the junction blowing ,but soon fell back into sleep.
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*** Borealis, Tigaria Orbit ***
"I guess," Travis sighed. "Still wondering what we'll find here."
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
The UNSC Allegiance fired MAC rounds at a CCS Battlecruiser, then a flurry of Archer Missiles. The MACs did the job of knocking off shields, while the missiles damaged the hull. While the shields were down, Zuko, without warning, transported Blaine and his boarding party to an area of the ship not affected by the MAC rounds or the missiles.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna continued to cradle Raz, trying her own power to help Raz see he was safe, while fully aware of the noise at the door.
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
John's room suddenly came alive with the sounds of the pup's wailing. Ketorr was the first up to head to his son's room and cradle the child, shushing him as he said, "It's okay, kiddo - daddy's here."
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Kyle reached his mechanical hand up to take Gypsie's hand in his. "You needn't worry about that," he said to her softly. "I may be quick to anger, but never once have I attacked first - I only ever attacked in self-defense... and after I met you, I only ever fought to protect you. I won't lose you like I lost Marie."
Gypsie would feel a familiar sensation as a familiar presence approached her from behind, and a just-as-familiar voice tell her, "As strange as it sounds... he's not wrong. You are important to him - more than you realize. He would rage against an army of machines if it meant protecting you. But you are just as capable as he is, in more ways than either of you currently see. Remember: When a Dragon's rage becomes a shield protecting another, the wounds of his past will manifest, and it will fall to those around him to mend what so many others never could. Kyle will know my meaning." With that, the voice fell silent.
"Gypsie?" Kyle asked, "Are you alright?"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz slowly calmed down, but the bass humming was still present, it being low now, as he was nervous about the scratches on the door.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie looked up at Kyle with a smile, but as she heard the voice, her pupils went tiny, ears constantly twitching, but once the voice spoke to her she pushed back from Kyle, stumbling over and falling down before screaming out, "STAY OUT OF MY HEAD!!", she then pulled a bucket close, vomiting into it, her tails flicking in succession, but only slightly, she then curled up on the floor groaning.
In the past, Gypsie had been subjected to telepathic waves from one of the other experiments in the lab she was from. Subject T31-E, or Teletub, for his gluttonous size. Tele would try to get Gypsie to give him her food at lunch, speaking to her through the walls, or making her do things... inevitably she sliced him and rid the facility of him, but had also built up somewhat of an immunity to telepathic suggestive movements... but speaking to her telepathically made her stomach churn and made her have a sort of vertigo.
Gyspie had heard the voice, but the uncomfortable feeling of intense Vertigo was strongly on her mind, "J-just go... I-I'll... be fine...", she then muttered curse words as she rubbed her head.
_Tigress;' Armory_
Fawn studied the armor, tilting it, looking at the hands, boots, and such of that nature, "Can I get EMP pulses in the palms; Defibs on the Fores of the fingers; Climate control on the interior; Medical syringes on the index fingers. Connected to a 8 1L vial on the hip... Oh! And Extra strength joint clasps.... that and extra strength protection on the spine, limb joints, neck.... And a plasma Tether pistol...", he looked at Kyle with a big grin on his face, "And a Hello Kitty sticker for Kyle's personal Armor.", Fawn then made another joke, "In to battle kitty armor! The enemy shall say Hello to our sword!", Fawn then let out a hearty laugh, he then looked back to Keri and asked for one more thing, "Music... Cassette slots... two of them... right below the shoulder... need my music while I work!... Also... Is there a way to pay over a console or something?... all of my cards and such I think were... left on another planet."
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** Unidentified CSS Battlecruiser, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine gasped as the squad reappeared in the enemy battlecruiser. "Ugh, never gonna get used to that crap." A male Spartan muttered, loading his shotgun. Blaine checked his rifle and his NI map. Plotting a course for the shield generators, he gestured for the mixed squad to follow him and to hold fire.
He was ready to do this quietly and quickly, so they could find out what this new threat exactly was. The squad came across a few Covenant squads but quietly took them out, dumping the bodies in storage compartments and assumed "trash" chutes. "We should do this with Grunts more often," One of the ODSTs' remarked after sliding a Grunt into one of the chutes.
They finally reached the objective after another few firefights, and awaited Blaines' orders. He took out an explosive, attached it to the sealed door and took cover. Blowing the door up, they quickly breached the room and overwhelmed the crew. "Come in Zuko, we got control of the shield room. So what do I do? Blow this son of a gun sky high or just hit the off switch? I do love explosions though.." Blaine asked, trailing off by the end.
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**Deep Space, headed for Sagheilios**
A derelict research ship floated along quietly, the generators barely functioning. The crew was either dead or gone, the victims of an apparent viral outbreak. The only one alive was a purple raccoon, about 21 years of age, sleeping away in a medical pod. The information panel read out:
Age: 21
Height: 6' 2''
Weight: 210 lbs
Sex: Male
And the machine's readouts for monitoring, as was the standard. The nameplate had been completely destroyed, in what appeared to be deliberate action.
The ship cruised, intermittently blind jumping due to a drive malfunction. It was headed straight towards Sagheilios, no beacon or intelligible transmission. Only the phrase 'Victor Omega' repeated over and over again in fifteen second bursts.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Alright" Shoon and his party pushed everything into the room and disabled and took off the devices placing everything in its place; The machine with the table in the middle of the room and the box on the side. While that was happening 6 people Dragons in different colors appeared wearing this (insert link here).
Shoon and the other 2 left the room while the medical personnel stayed in. "Please lie down, we will begin shortly" Said one of them and joined the others. Some of them were bringing a box with an implant and others were preparing tools and syringes with liquids inside.
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*** New Berlin ***
As the drop ship flew Fayam to his destination, Cerberus' personal files on the Triple Alliance would contain a wealth of intelligence on their activities and force composition - which was, to say, a mixed fleet of ships from the Trader Emergency Coalition, the Ascended Advent, and the Vasari Independent Republic - and it was abundantly clear Cerberus openly was against the Triple Alliance intervening with affairs in the current galaxy. Also of note was their foreign origins - a galaxy very far from this one. Included in the dossiers was detailed information on all three member factions:
http://sinsofasolarempire.wikia.com/wiki/TEC (http://sinsofasolarempire.wikia.com/wiki/TEC)
http://sinsofasolarempire.wikia.com/wiki/Advent (http://sinsofasolarempire.wikia.com/wiki/Advent)
http://sinsofasolarempire.wikia.com/wiki/Vasari (http://sinsofasolarempire.wikia.com/wiki/Vasari)
Also of note was the location of a broadcast station and fleet gathering point, one of several, hidden in remote, inconsequential areas of zero tactical importance. In the right hands, this information could be used to build ties to this Triple Alliance - and if it fell into different hands, it could be a major intelligence coup that could be used to drive them from this galaxy.
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
The Vasari ships continued to fight, woefully outnumbered, outclassed and outgunned, even as their numbers dwindled into nothing - first steadily, but rapidly increasing in pace. With so many different kinds of firepower hitting them continuously, it was not long until the only thing remaining of the VCC Fleet was the drifting, derelict hulks of their once-proud vessels.
"General Bellator to Tomahawk - word of advice, you may want to capture and restore those derelict ships; they could come in handy both as defense vessels and blueprints for your own variations should they ever come back," Draco signaled Tomahawk.
*New Berlin*
Fayam whisteled as he went trough the files. He said to himself: "Whew... I bet the UNCR would be willing to spend some more to get this information on their hands. I bet they never expected I'd take all of Cerberus' files along. I want to see their faces when they find out! But most importantly: I killed that guy and got away with it. Jal will be shocked when he can't find him. I wished I took him with Cerberus, but that would be too suspicious. It's better this way."
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-Guards replied: "Ok. I'll ask the king for a sec, we're not dealing with that." In the meantime they already got Hor'kuu on the line. "Hey, king Hor'kuu? We got some vessel hulls floating around in orbit. What do you want to do with them? Because we can use them." Hor'kuu's answer was short: "Salvage the metal. I see no need to re-create or repair them." "Got it. We'll use the Steel Leviathan to gather the parts for salvage." With the enemy gone, the GaiaKnights also returned home.
*Gaia*
The woman behind the counter sighed. "Oh well. If you insist... Um... Let me see..." She took out a calculator and started mumbling. "Administration... Material... Extra guard... Transport... Tax... Ah yes. I come out at a grand total of 13.2 mille!" Anna's eyes went wide. "13.2 mille?" "Yep. 9.1 for the big ship and 4.1 for the others, 683,333.33 each. That's a lot, I know. And you're not exactly in advantage with the currency exchange rate, either. The credits you have there aren't valuable in comparison to the Gheo... 1 Gheo for every 6 credits, all I'm saying." Anna calculated: "Then, I'll need 79.2 million credits!" "Exactly. You'd better start saving."
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_ Indari Manor_
Spyra suddenly calmed down, the glow in her eyes dimming. "Uh, what was I doing?" She asked looking around seeing the scratches on the door.
_Tigress' Armory_
"Slow down a bit, we don't have casset players anymore ,but the built in radio can play music from a playlist.
As for all the other stuff the whole suit is already reinforced with a beskar alloy making it resistant to lightsabers, Why would you want a EMp and Defib?" Keri said taking down some notes on the console next to her. "The medic addons include an emergency stimpack and first aid kid as well as sterlizing gauntlets. I can give you the standard medic kit as well which includes magneticaly attached syringes on the hips, but do to limitations of the armor's gauntlets i cannot add a retractable syringe. as for the emp and defib on the palms of the gauntlet I don't think I ca.." The cougar like Khajiit paused looking over something on her console.
" Never mind I can add the emp and defib on the gauntlet palms ,but you'll have to settle with external syringes." Keri added, Turning to Kyle. "Is this guy with the DMC, General?" she asked the dragon shifter.
" The anomolies are very similar to Klingon cloaking devise distortions ,but the energy readings I"m getting are not Klingong their more like the energy readings of a star destroyer." Serena explained.
_Echo Station, Glacius_
An unusual and Eryie silence overcame the whole complex, something was up only the sound of the wind howling outside could be heard.
_Sangheilios,Orbit_
Seeing that their fleet was easily overwhelmed ,the Larger ORS Cruiser and the Punic powered their slipspace drives following along with the large Eternal fleet battlecruiser.
" Lord Torrent it seems we have underestimate our enemies." Darth Tornadus said to his equal Darth Torrent.
"Agreed Lord Tornadus, shall we depart and leave the weak behind?"
"Agreed." The two sith lords finished thier private conversations over the private channel.
"Fyra to fleet, the larger ships are preparing to jump their drives are powering up, they seem to be leaving most of their small craft alone to die..."
_Tigaria, Docking Bay A24_
The large airlocked door hissed as it opened up into the welcome center of Tigaria's biggest planetside docking bays, Security guards glancing at the 'princess' and imdiately standing attention. "At ease, boys." Tigress said, the two guards relaxing. "Follow me."She motioned to Travis, as she walked further out of the access hallway and deeper into the welcome center.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
"I am not leaving you in worse a state than I," Kyle said, trying to help Gypsie to her feet. "Ease, Gypsie - hold on to me. I'll help you." He would then guide her to his bed and let her lay down. "He spoke to you again, didn't he?" he asked her.
*** Indari Manor ***
Drake slept soundly, his arms resting on Amie.
Meanwhile, at Kyle and Anna's room, Anna got up and answered the door, frowning at who was there. "Spyra?" she asked, "What are you doing here?" she saw the door and added, "And what the hell did you do to my bedroom door?"
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The Vulcan volunteer laid down as requested, and Vokun entered the room to observe. "This will be painless to install, yes?" he asked.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"In a manner of speaking, yes," Kyle told Keri before returning his attention to Serena. "Klingon cloaking devices... star destroyers... Have I missed something in the last few days, Serena?"
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"If you have some EMP charges, use those; otherwise, wire the damn thing to blow and be clear before you set the charges off," Zuko responded.
"Zuko, look," Andrew said, indicating the fleeing ships. "They're retreating." Zuko looked up and saw it - the Punic, the Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser, and one of the ORS Heavy Cruisers were leaving.
"They're leaving the smaller ships behind... why?" Zuko asked.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"They're retreating," Luro commented. "Why? Why would they retreat now?"
*** Deep Space, headed for Sagheilios ***
A patrolling group of Sangheili ships - one RCS Armored Cruiser and a pair of SDV Heavy Corvettes - happened across the derelict research ship. The Commander of the group assumed the ship had been attacked, and sent a boarding party over to access the main computer to ascertain what exactly happened. It was not long before the teams came across the medical pod, and they conversed in their native tongue. It was evidently agreed to wake the person, but not on board this vessel, as they were unsure if the damaged generators would be able to support him without breathing apparatus, and they began trying to get the pod back to their ship.
(Rayleonard, would you like me to provide an image of the Sangheili, or do you think you can find that on your own? Just so you know what your char sees when he wakes up, so you can plan his reaction appropriately.)
*** Tigaria, Docking Bay A24 ***
Travis followed Tigress, keeping his eyes open, as though looking for something to jump out at him.
*** New Berlin ***
(And Mary, that's UNSC. Unless you weren't referencing them, in which case, never mind.)
The trip would last only a matter of minutes before the drop ship landed at its destination, and waiting for Fayam as Nick and Judy, and Nick was holding a datapad. "Congratulations, sir - you did the UNSC a major favor," Nick said, handing Fayam the datapad. "You'll need that when you see Fleet Admiral Hood again - he's on his way."
"Did Cerberus' files have anything of major interest? We didn't get much before something killed our connection," Judy asked.
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
"Understood," Draco responded. "Do you require anything further from us? Or are we all clear... to... go h... home..." Draco could be faintly heard grunting over the channel, as though something was wrong.
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_Indari Manor_
Raz clutched to Anna's shoulders as she got up, peering over her shoulder, looking at Spyra, curious but still cautious of her.
_Tigress' Armory_
Fawn nodded, "The EMP and Defib bits are for my own medical studies... some involving those with mechanical implants. The Defib is used to quickly zap a plate off, and the controlled EMP, in my own practice, can be used to strip a body of external infection by tuning the EMP to a frequency to combat the illness.", Fawn was quite proud of this, "It can be dangerous, but I practiced on Fungi infecting trees... surprisingly beings are similar to trees...", Fawn kept going on and on, saying he cured a homeless man of illnesses and set another man's spine with a heavy pulse until he caught himself, remembering the other things Keri mentioned, "I'm fine with the other things too... sorry about that.... is something wrong?", he said, glancing at Kyle.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie propped herself against Kyle, "Who?... Who are you t-talking about? I-I'm fine...", she said rubbing her head with her hand.
(((May re-add in my female dragon, Angel... possibly near Ray's character))
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** Unidentified CSS Battlecruiser, Sangheilios Orbit **
After wiring the charges, the squad moved out and took cover before detonating the explosives. The shock from the explosion shook them up, but they recovered and took a route to the next level.
Once reaching the next floor, Blaine radioed in to Zuko, first getting static until he smacked the side of his helmet. "Alright, shields are down. What's going on and what do we do next?" Waiting for a response, he ordered the Spartans and shock troopers to dig in and to fire at will. After a few moments, they were in a full-on firefight with Covenant squads. "We're gonna need those reinforcements soon!" Blaine yelled to no one in general, more just thinking out loud.
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_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan__
"I'm only allowed to sell our top of the line equipment to DMC personell, otherwise I'd be selling off military secrets to our enemies." Keri noted " I'm also going to include a set of normal Gautlets without the addons, Kyle what do you mean by sort of?" Keri explained, turning to ask Kyle, she turned back to Fawn "I'll have your suit ready in an hour, the body suit will be done in half an hour,"Keri explained sliding a piece of paper across the counter to Fawn "Tell me what color you want your stuff here." she finished heading into the back to setup the equpment to make the suits.
"Well, we have some reports of random attacks across the galaxy and reports of sith." Serena noted.
-Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
"I-I dunno, my mind draws a blank for the last 5 minutes i was here before that i can remember everything ,but then, nothing." Spyra explained.
_Amp's Home, Dragon'taan_
Amp's began to stir as she woke up covered in Felicity she hardly could tell the nanodevice creature covered her. "Fel? you there?"she asked looking around, still laying in bed.
-USVL Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit_
"Think we should join in Luro?"Ambre asked
_Unidentified CCS cruiser, Sangheilio orbit_
One of the Sangheili drew a Red lightsaber and threw force lightning at one of the Spartans in Blaine's group
_Welcome Center, Tigaria_
Tigress studied the dense Jungle forest plants outside the windows on the other side of the welcome center. "Anywhere you want to go first, Travis?" the large she-tiger asked.
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After a few moments of struggling, the medibay's grav-lifts kicked on, allowing the Sangheili to move the pod with relative ease. However, the medibay would only be active for a few minutes, as it's on-board power supply was small.
The research vessel's generators began to wind down, as if waiting for the medical bay to be removed.
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** Unidentified CSS Battlecruiser, Sangheilios Orbit **
"Kelly's down! Damn it!" The male Spartan yelled, responding to the attack with gunfire. Blaine threw his rifle down and stood up, activating his green lightsaber. "Give me covering fire!" He ordered, then moving up towards the Sangheili. He kicked up off the wall and swung at the Elite, yelling.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
As Vokun entered one of the medical personnel pushed him back out "They are preparing for the operation" Shoon said from beside him "But it should be painless, we are not completely sure how your biology works but he would be asleep either way.
Meanwhile in the room the subject was being injected in the neck with a liquid that would set him unconscious.
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*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
(Shoon, feel free to introduce your character involved in the other quest.)
The Vulcan fell unconscious, allowing Shoon and his team to work. Xalek was in the doorway, giving Shoon a subtle nod.
*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"He was a part of the DMC at one point - kinda a long story," Kyle told Keri. "He's well within regulation." He returned his attention to Serena. "Why wasn't I told of this?" he asked her.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna shrugged, then said, "Guess it doesn't matter. Good to see you again, regardless; it's been too long. Have you heard the news?"
*** Deep Space, near Sangheilios ***
The Sangheili were quick to move the medical pod to a better location, then beamed out of there and back to the Armored Cruiser Ardent. There, they moved the pod to their medical bay, where they began trying to wake the patient up.
*** Unidentified CCS Battlecruiser, Sangheilios Orbit ***
Reinforcements from the UNSC Allegiance were beamed in, several of which were in the very corridor Blaine and his team were in.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
Luro thought for a few moments, then answered, "Yes. We'll destroy the remains of the enemy fleet while those two ships are being captured, then assist our allies in scouring the ships' databanks. I want to know how the hell this Sith Covenant got their hands on a Battlecruiser from the Eternal Fleet." He looked to Ambre and nodded, giving her the go-ahead.
*** Welcome Center, Tigaria ***
"Dunno," Travis responded, looking around. "I've never been planetside here before. Maybe you can show me what's here? God, that sounded wrong..."
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Kyle decided not to press the issue, sitting next to Gypsie. He got that melancholy look across his face, looking blankly at the floor. "Why'd you do it?" he asked her. "Most others would have left me alone, afraid to even get near me. But not you. You risked everything to help me, when you could have left me to die and never ended up leaving your home. Why? Why me? What made me so special? What made me worth the risk?"
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*New Berlin*
(Well, I confuse those acronyms often. Sorry.)
Fayam said: "Well, I've seen something about Cerberus standing in the way of a 'triple alliance' or something. And I got data on how to reach them."
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-Guards bust right trough the grunting. One of them asked: "Hey, what's up, commander Draco? You seem troubled."
*Gaia*
Anna's head spun around the large number. She tried to think of all sorts of ways to get that kind of cash on hand. Knowing she'd have to pay in advance, she decided to leave it there and return to New Romulus. She went back to Faith by motorcycle.
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_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan__
Fawn nodded and noted down on the paper,
'Helmet: Red visor/Dirtied White Base
Main colour: Dirtied White
Emblem: Green Cross with a Staff of Hermes
Secondary Colour: Dark Red'
Fawn looked over at Kyle before speaking, "I was mislead, and had gone AWOL under false information... but he was sorted out...", Fawn finished, placing the paper on the counter.
-Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
Raz looked at Spyra, ducking behind Anna's shoulder, feeling Spyra to be a threat, thus sparking the bass sound for a moment until he calmed down, and the bass hum halted.
_Amp's Home, Dragon'taan_
Felicity was silent, still leeching the electricity that sparked off Amps, her body pulsing with red and white lights.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gypsie looked at Kyle before looking down, "I went into town on the one day I needed material for my sanity.... I used to be in a lab a year before.", her body shook as she spoke, "I was the only one left sane, because this lab prison was for mortality testing... Gene testing... mutation testing.. I was kidnapped from my former tribe town after it had been ransacked and destroyed... my parents too... They hooked me up to so many machines I lost count. They put me up against endurance testing through intense pain. Agility test to save my only friend... and mental stability with a telepath..", she stopped, trying to collect herself; It only worked slightly. "The telepath was told to make me submit through neurological torture... I eventually blocked him out... but every time since then, anything that has tried to talk to me through telepathy...", she curled up on the floor and held her head, "Makes my head hurt... makes my brain hurt... I can handle it... it just really hurts...", she slowly began to stand up again, "B-but I'm better now... really."
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_Tigress' Amory, Dragon'taan_
"Krystal thought you were busy with family matters with Amie carrying twins and all." Serena noted."I can upload the whole report to your datapad if you want."
"Alright go have fun, come back in about an hour and a half and your stuff should be done." Keri explained typing down the colors on a computer.
_Amp's home, Dragon'taan_
"Fel, where are you?" Amps looked around still not looking at herself.
_ 50 miles from Echo Station, Glacius -
An imperial base had somehow covertly been setup on the planet Four AT-AT walkers stood guard of the complex along with 2 AT-ST walkers, behind the tall walls mech factories were being built to produce more walkers, a sheild generator, just about finished building would soon protect the base from attacks.
A cloaked Dasher (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Fire_Moth_(Dasher)) Omnimech spotted the base from a distance reporting the activity in, it wouldn't be long until Serena would notify Kyle of the patrol's findings back on Dragon'taan, Echo station going on full alert back on Glacius.
_Wall Street,Glacius Orbit_
"How about 5 strips per heater?" the captain of the Ferengi vessel asked.
_ Welcome Center ,Tigaria _
"I really don't know where to start, Travis." Tigress replied honestly. "Maybe we should try the welcome Center's Bar&Grille?" The large she-tiger added.
_unidetified CCS Cruiser, Sangheilios Orbit_
The Sangheili sith parried Blaine's lightsaber, with
his own crimson blade, his grunt and Sangheili allies returning fire to his squad as the Sith pushed his saber towards Blaine, hand reaching out for another blast of force lightning...
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The raccoon groaned, as the medicated hypersleep wore off. He blinked awake, and began stretching as he spoke. "You guys done with the tests already?"
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** Unidentified CSS Battlecruiser, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine saw the Siths' hand and quickly drove his knee up into his mandibles. "Play...fair!" Blaine yelled before kicking the Sangheili again and swiping at it's free hand. The saber cut through, leaving the Sith with only his hand holding the crimson lightsaber.
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As the raccoon came to his senses, he seemed to lock up. "I've been abducted by aliens," he muttered quietly to no one in particular. As he laid his eyes on one of the Sangheili, the raccoon stifled a scream, before saying quietly. "H-Hello."
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*** Tigress' Amory, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, yeah, I am due to become a grandfather - and Drake a father - but Drake has a handle on that, and he's vowed to stay home with Amie," Kyle said. "I still like to be kept informed of such developments, even when off-duty. Did you tell anyone else on the command staff?"
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Having calmed John and gotten him back to sleep, Ketorr returned to bed with Kia.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"It's okay, Raz, she's a friend," Anna told the dragonling. She looked to Spyra. "What brings you this way?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
"Alright, if you're sure," Kyle told Gypsie. "But you didn't answer me earlier - would you prefer to beam down or fly?"
*** Welcome Center, Tigaria ***
Travis shrugged. "Seems a good a place as any."
*** RCS Armored Cruiser Ardent, Deep Space near Sangheilios ***
"You've nothing to fear from us, sir," the Sangheili Medic said. "The Shipmaster--" The Medic paused as a Sangheili in golden armor with a hand-stitched cloak strode into the Medbay. The Medic made a gesture of respect. "Shipmaster."
The Shipmaster looked to the raccoon. "I am Shipmaster Ado 'Mortum, and you are aboard the Armored Cruiser Ardent. Please, do not be alarmed; you were not abducted. We found your vessel adrift and heavily-damaged, but we are largely in the dark as to why it was that way and how exactly you got this deep into Sangheili Space undetected. We were hoping you could tell us something that would shed light onto the situation." He strode close to the Raccoon, then asked, "What's the last thing you remember?"
*** Wall Street, Glacius Orbit ***
The representative shrugged. "Seems fair." The man jumped when alarms went active. The channel would then cut out unexpectedly.
*** New Berlin ***
Nick raised an eyebrow. "That's... quite a find," he remarked. "Who exactly are the Triple Alliance?"
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
"There's been a disturbance in the Force," Draco responded. "Something... that felt familiar to me, but still something I had not felt in many years."
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*** Tigress' Amory, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn nodded and waited for Kyle to finish up so they could go eat finally.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz settled himself, still feeling wary of Spyra, but didn't see her as dangerous.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Gyspie smiled at Kyle, "Fly.... please..."
_Amp's home, Dragon'taan_
Felicity rumbled gently against Amps' body, massaging Amps' body for a moment before going silent again.
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_ Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan_
"Vokun or somebody went with Nari to investigate our missing exploration team , he would know, the information is on your data pad, or did you mean..." Serena paused, bringing up the picture of the imperial base on Glacius. "This?" she asked.
_Indari Manor_
"DRIIIINNNNNNNNK!!" Amie playfully screamed
Spyra turned her head towards the scream then back at Anna, pointing to the young dragonling ,with one claw.
_Amp's Home_
Amp's groaned a bit from the massage, "Fel get over here right now!" She ordered, leaning into the massage a bit.
_Unidentified CCS Cruiser_
Blaine's knee went straight through the Sangheili's head as if it wasn't there, the hand he attempted to slice off wasn't there either. instead bolts of lightning randomly shot out of the supposed dismembered hand, the hologram around the magna droid like metal body, fading. "You fool do you really think I would be so carless to face you like this?" the voice of Darth Tornadus said , the ships shields returning a trasnporter inhibitor field also coming online. "Welcome to your grave." The voice said as the Magna style droid backed off ,his grunt kig-yar and Sangheili allies gone, two Droidekas rolling down the hall and deploying, shields coming online as they began fireing, blocking the way to the hanger and the escape pods.
-USVL Assured Victory_
"Luro that cruiser we boarded has it's sheilds back up, I'm also reading a transporter inhibitor field, something's gone wrong." Ambre noted.
_NCD Fox Fire _
"Fyra to Assured Victory, sensors read a bunch of explosives on the disabled ship something is not right."
_Sangheilios Orbit_
The rest of the Sith fleet jumped into Hyperspace leaving the disabled ship and everyone else on board, a couple of Phantoms launched from the hanger of the cruiser.
_Welcome Center, Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, Tigaria_
Tigress stepped into the Deep jungle resteraunt and took a table, waiting to be served. "I wonder if they have anything new, it's been along time since I was here, as a server and a security guard." Tigress ranted on.
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Ray drew his knees up to his chest, as he thought. "I...I remember...I know the researchers found something on this uncharted planet...Then the screaming...the horrible screaming. I was the only one in a medical pod..." He shook his head. "That's it."
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*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle's face portrayed shock. "Is that what I think it is...?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Amie's shouting startled Drake awake, and he subsequently fell off the bed with a loud thump and cried out, "Ah-ha-h-oww!!!" He got up, visibly irritated. "Did you have to scream?"
Anna frowned, seeing Spyra point at Raz. "You came for Raz? What for?" she asked.
*** Welcome Center, Deep Jungle Bar & Grille, Tigaria ***
Travis looked around, taking in the sight. "Do we seat ourselves, or wait to be seated?" he asked.
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Deep Space near Sangheilios ***
"Easy, son," Ado told the raccoon reassuringly as he placed a hand on his shoulder. "It's alright; you're safe... what about your name? Can you tell me your name?"
(Ray, can you PM me the kind of damage done to your char's ship? Or would you rather me make it up myself?)
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A ***
Kyle nodded, trying to help Gypsie to her feet before he started for the hangar. As a security precaution, he had Hector tag along. Hector would fall into step beside Gypsie. "Observation: Master seems weary... and worried. Query: Why is he going down down to Coruscant's surface if he's weary of what's down there?"
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** Unidentified CSS Battlecruiser, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine cursed and took cover by some of the reinforcements who had been transported in by the Allegiance. He shut off the saber and gestured for one of the Spartans. The male one, a husky in cobalt armor, moved up and handed Blaine his rifle. "Alright, those shields are a huge freaking problem. Take your grenades and bounce them off the wall above those droids. Should come down behind them," He ordered, reactivating his VISR and returning fire to the droids.
While the squad returned fire and collected grenades, Blaine radioed into the Allegiance. Starting a helmcam feed, he stopped firing back at the droids. "Guys, we've got a huge problem. We're blocked in the halls, pinned down by some droids." As Blaine tried to continue, the squad tossed their accumulated grenades over the droids. The grenades tinked off the side of the wall and all at once, landed behind the droids and detonated. The smoke cleared and the path was clear. "Well, we had droids. We're moving up to the hangar, how's our situation?" He asked before ordering the squad to move out.
Blaine stopped for a moment, standing in the bloody hallway. Three of the squad members were KIA, two being troopers and one was a Spartan. He policed up their dog tags and ammo before promptly taking off to catch up with the squad.
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*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
Zuko's response verged on frantic: "Zuko to Blaine - that ship is a trap! They've wired it to blow and they have a transporter inhibitor field up! We'll get the shields down, get a transport and get the hell out of there!!!"
"Tactical, firing solution?!" Andrew demanded.
"Ready, sir! MAC Capacitors hot!" responded Tactical.
"Fire! Fire! Fire!" Andrew commanded. The Allegiance discharged another pair of MAC slugs, which were joined by a turbolaser barrage from the USLV Assured Victory as it closed in with a pair of upsized Thranta Attack Cruisers. The CCS Battlecruiser took multiple shield hits, and when the MAC slugs impacted, it knocked them offline completely, one slug smashing through the shields generator.
"Keep hammering them!" Luro commanded, "Target weapons and shields! We need to keep them from raising shields again!"
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** Unidentified CSS Battlecruiser, Sangheilios Orbit **
The squad was already in the hangar, mopping up the little resistance that was left, when they got the message. "Get on that damn Phantom before we all get blasted to hell and back!" He yelled, still returning fire.
The squad quickly activated the ship and destroyed the hangar doors, one of the Spartans calling for Blaine to get on. He returned fire to an Elite and then dashed for the Phantom. Everything went slow as he crossed the empty hangar floor. Plasma bolts went flying by, tearing into the walls.
A few meters to the Phantom, Blaine collapsed and crumpled onto the floor. His lower back smoked and burned, a hint of plasma still on him. The squad fired on the Elite, as Blaine laid across the ground looking up. With his vision blurring and his ears ringing, he kept flashing in and out of consciousness. He remembered the male Spartan drag him into the ship. He remembered the escape from the hangar and watching the battlecruiser explode into space dust.
But after that was darkness.
** UNSC Allegiance, Hangar Section, 10 minutes later **
Blaine was leaned up against the seats, blood smeared across his chest plate from trying to wipe his hand off. A medic worked on his wound, a common mending wouldn't cut it so they had to resort to different methods. "Don't worry, doc. I wasn't born to die here, like this." Blaine said weakly, taking a drag off a cigarette. The squad stood outside in the hangar, awaiting Zuko and Andrew. The male Spartan in cobalt armor and Sgt. Danielson kept making rounds in between the Phantom and the hangar, checking in with the medic.
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Ray sighed and nodded slowly. "R-Ray. My name is Ray."
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***Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan * * *
Fawn overheard Kyle and walked over, "What's wrong?"
* * * Indari Manor, Dragon'taan * * *
Raz hid behind Anna's head and shoulders, understanding what Anna had said, thus wrapping his tail around Anna, as much as he could with his small tail, now becoming scared a bit.
***Flagship Chimera, Coruscant dock 14-A * * *
Gypsie looked at Hector, at a moment when Kyle wasn't looking, "I'm trying to get Kyle to face his fears...", she looked at Kyle, him being a bit further from her now, "He's weary because he's scared on his past...", she then continued to walk with Hector.
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_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
"If your thinking an imperial base yes, Echo station is already on full alert and they're amassing troops to destroy the base." Serena explained. "Your data pad should have all the details now I'll make it a point to keep you updated on all military operations and reports from now on, I'll upload all updates to your datapad so you won't miss a thing."
Keri walked up to Kyle timidly "umm Excuse me, sir?" she asked seeming a little afraid.
_Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
"Sorry." Amie apologized, ears lowering in embaressment. "But I do want some drink, and salisbury steaks." She added.
Spyra had to think for a minute noticing, Raz's apprehention to her. "I came to check on him, and if you don't mind stay here to whatch over him, in my own room of course." The purple dragon explained.
_Echo Station,Glacius_
Alert alarms went off all over the base two stars (10) battlmechs along with a modified AT-TE walker powered up, moving out of the base once the huge garage doors of the mechbays opened.
One group composed of 3 Timber wolfs and 2 Vultures took the lead making a sharp turn to head towards the Imperial base that had been found not 10 minutes ago, the other 5 mechs consisting of 3 lighter Arctic cheetah's and 2 Cougars stayed with the AT-TE which somehow was going faster than the standard model. The group began heading towards the recently discovered base.
_Unidentified CCS Cruiser_
The ship exploded violently, without the shields to hold in the explosions debri that had not been burnt up by the explosion was thrown throughout space some potentially making it towards Sangheilios. Blaine's Phantom, just barley making it out of the blast radius ,but safe. The Sith fleet had retreated leaving a confusing picture of their intentions in the system.
_USVL Assured Victory_
"I'll let Thel know of the potential hazard fromthe debri that could fall towards the planet." Ambre replied sending a quick message to Thel informing him of the current situation.
_Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, Welcome Center, Tigaria_
"Yes just take a seat." Tigress instructed, already sitting at a table.
a few passerbys would comment on the 'lucky' tiger near Tigress whom they refered to as Princess Arcnon.
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(Look back at our private conversion, we have not reached that point in the story yet)
---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
One person of the medical team pressed a button and the sleeping body began to float above the table. The stuff turned him around and got medical equipment, slowly opening a tear above where the spine ends.
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*** New Berlin ***
Nick raised an eyebrow. "That's... quite a find," he remarked. "Who exactly are the Triple Alliance?"
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
"There's been a disturbance in the Force," Draco responded. "Something... that felt familiar to me, but still something I had not felt in many years."
*New Berlin*
Fayam anwered: "Those are... lessee... the TEC, the Advent and the Vasari. Whoever they may be. I'll just sell this data and the report of Cerberus' death to the UNSC."
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-Guards responded: "Force? Sorry mate, we don't know much 'bout it."
*Gaia*
Anna entered Faith and rushed to the cockpit to yell: "Anna to Gaia, Faith leaving spaceport!" "Roger!" was the immediate response. Faith started moving...
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(Mary, did you accidentally shrink your text size again?)
*** New Berlin ***
"I see," Nick responded. "Well, good luck with that. Give our regards to Admiral Hood." In the distance, a UNSC Pelican Drop Ship could be seen on approach.
*** Tomahawk ***
"Long story, not enough time - I must return to Dragon'taan," Draco responded. "Unless you have further use of me here."
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Vokun continued to observe the procedure, his arms crossed in intrigue.
*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"We just spotted a Sith base on Glacious, one of our training worlds in DMC territory," Kyle murmured to Fawn. He looked to Keri, noting her demeanor. "Is everything alright?" he asked her.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah, sure," Drake responded, rubbing the back of his head. "Anything in particular in regards to your drink? Or just the usual fruit punch?"
Anna reached for Raz's head in an effort to comfort him. "It's okay, sweetie, she's a friend. She's not gonna harm you."
*** Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, Welcome Center, Tigaria ***
"Just wait - next thing we know, your parents are gonna come striding up asking what the f*** you're doing here, knowing my..." Travis began, but was cut short when a young Tiger-Fox hybrid woman walked past, her walk carrying a metaphorical weight. Travis frowned slightly. Had he seen her before...?
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Do that, and do some digging... I want to know if there's anyone still alive that could tell us more about the Eternal Fleet... and how the Sith may have managed to get their hands on a ship from it," Luro requested as Ambre would get a acknowledgement from Thel about the Debris.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
Zuko walked over to Blaine about five minutes later. "You took a hell of a hit, Blaine," he said. "Most others would have been killed by such a hit. How're you holding up?"
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Deep Space near Sangheilios ***
"Well, mister Ray, you seem to be the only survivor to whatever happened aboard your ship," Ado told him. "We're checking for any other survivors, but so far, we have found none. Where were you headed, if you don't mind my asking?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
"Commentary: Fair enough. Suggestion: Maybe we should have him take us to a good Restaurant, first; it may relax him," Hector suggested as they stepped onto the hangar deck. Sitting on one of the launch pads was a waiting drop ship:
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*** Echo Station, Glacius ***
As the first wave launched, the second wave powered up - a mixed bag of Assault Kbots, Battle Tanks and Mobile Artillery Vehicles, along with two Orcone Assault Mechs and four Raptor Heavy Mechs.
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(Mary, did you accidentally shrink your text size again?)
*** New Berlin ***
"I see," Nick responded. "Well, good luck with that. Give our regards to Admiral Hood." In the distance, a UNSC Pelican Drop Ship could be seen on approach.
*** Tomahawk ***
"Long story, not enough time - I must return to Dragon'taan," Draco responded. "Unless you have further use of me here."
(Sorry. Must've happened because I copy-pasted it to save what I typed.)
*New Berlin*
Fayam nodded. "Will do." He dashed off, towards the spaceport.
*Tomahawk*
As answer, the Toma-Guards made an open contact: "Our system is safe thanks to your help. You have our thanks, and are cleared to return."
*Gaia*
That exact message was also on Anna's mind. Out of atmosphere she put Faith in warp-drive, towards New Romulus.
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_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
"She's still a bit shy." Serena explained
"Kyle Sir ,Tigress wanted to show you the new AT-TE."
_Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
"The usual." Amie replied
"So umm is there a room I can stay in somewhere?" Spyra asked
_Echo station, Glacius_
"Who brought the toys?" one of the Cougar pilots remarked.
" Cut the chatter pilot we'll be in range of the Sith base soon, And I don't need your silly commets distracting me from those Imperial walkers Escort that AT-TE.
"AT-AT?" asked one of the pilots, fear clear in his voice.
"Those things are all humorously take bark and no bite, Relax." Said another pilot.
_Deep jungle Bar& Grille_
"I doubt we'd see my parents here."
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_Amp's Home_
Felicity rumbled more against Amps, massaging her some more, the massage being an entire body massage, and being quite pleasant.
Clearly she was refusing to get off Amps.
_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
Fawn turned around to Keri and looked at her with a smile, which soon faded as he looked at her expression, "What's wrong?", his voice genuinely concerned.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz still didn't trust Spyra all that much, but he met Anna's hand by pressing into her hand, kissing it for a moment before hiding back behind Anna's shoulders.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
Gypsie looked at the dropship, "I didn't call for a transport... did either of you?"
***Deep Space , Near Sanghelios Orbit ***
Reports of a far off star imploding and a observation station orbiting that star, had come in to all receiving channels, it being automatic and abruptly cutting out after stating 'SURVIVORS: 1. ESCAPE PODS: 1. EJECTE-'
Soon after the message cut out, a glowing red escape pod, covered in dents from asteroids, and any contact to and from the escape pod was static or silence, however, any who contacted it would hear beeping, similar to a heart monitor but seemingly wading.
Clearly there was someone inside... or at least it appeared so, but as the escape pod spun through space at a slower pace, a red light could be seen flashing.
As the pod continued slowly, a sheet of metal peeled off, showing a window and a light inside, and the bare heat shield pads, along with a grey hose waving in the vacuum of space as oxygen was expelled, luckily the oxygen being sent to the cryopod holding Angel had its own supply.
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Ray furrowed his brow in thought. "Uh...the UNSC's research HQ." He looked up at the Sangheili. "Are you guys with the UNSC?" The raccoon was genuine in his question, like he didn't know.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
"Well, I'm not dead yet so that's a good sign." Blaine replied, wincing occasionally.
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*** New Berlin ***
The drop ship carrying Fleet Admiral Hood touched down near the UNSC Embassy, where Hood stepped off, followed by two aides carrying briefcases.
*** Tomahawk Orbit ***
General Bellator and the DMC Fleet, having been cleared, made the jump for Dragon'taan, and Captain Dax hailed Tomahawk: "Dax to Toma-Guards - you don't mind me sticking around for a while, do you? Maybe take care of any stragglers?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah, sure," Drake responded, heading out to the kitchen as he rubbed the back of his head.
"The room you used last time is still open - down at the end of this level," Anna responded to Spyra.
*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"Can it wait till morning?" Kyle asked. "I owe sushi to this guy," he pointed to Fawn, "And I gotta go check on the kids... and future grandkids..."
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
"No, but you needn't worry - it's mine," Kyle told Gypsie. "My personal shuttle. My starfighter is safely in another hangar."
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Good," Zuko sighed in relief. "Andrew would have come see you himself, but he's on the horn with command. Apparently, this wasn't the only attack across the galaxy, and Andrew's itching to get in on the action. We're either gonna be helping father and the Sangheili, or assisting Luro with whatever it is he's doing. Said something about the 'Eternal Fleet', but I don't know what that is. I imagine we'll get a full briefing later."
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Deep Space near Sangheilios ***
"We are allies of the UNSC," Ado replied. "And we can get you to the Research HQ. We're not a passenger liner, but we help our allies - Sangheili, UNSC and otherwise - whenever we can."
*** Deep Space, near Sangheilios ***
The cryo pod would soon find itself being intercepted by another vessel:
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The crew of the ship would try and snare the pod in a tractor beam, then beam it aboard for analysis. The transporter beam would deposit the pod on the deck in the cargo bay, where a team of scientists and engineers were waiting.
*** Deep jungle Bar& Grille, Tigaria ***
"That... that woman over there, does she seem familiar to you?" Travis asked, indicating the hybrid woman.
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_Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
"Oh, sorry lost in thought." Spyra apologized. "alright i'll come to see if the dragonling is a little more accepting of me later." The purpel dragon said changing to her purple furred vixen form as she walked down the hall
_Tigress' Armory_
"Your friend can come too." Keri offered
Serena turned to Fawn. "Keri is a former slave she's still adjusting to normal life." The AI explained.
_NCD Fox fire_
"Ship master Luro we got some data from that CSS cruiser before it blew up something about an 'eternal fleet.'" Said Fyra as her Ai analyzed more of the data.
_ 20 Miles Northwest of Echo Station, Glacius_
"We're coming up on the base all units prepare for contact I'm certain the sith are ready for us our Scout reported a large number of walkers and repulsor tanks likly TX fighter tanks and some heavier craft along with the walkers they'll likely deploy, just remember we have the better weapons and we can always Trip the AT-ATs." The commander of the squad of Battlmechs said over the comm. The AT-TE loaded its mass driver cannon preparing it to fire, meanwhile the Vulture and Timber wolf Omnimechs fired up thier active probe sensors for their missles, the plan was for the first shot to be fired from the 'Enforcer's' mass driver followed by a volley of missles.
_Deep Jungle Bar&grille, Tigaria_
"The fox, tigarian hybrid? nope." Tigres replied simply
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*New Berlin*
Fayam, however, braked after dashing off just a few seconds later. He yelled to Nick and Judy: "Before I forget, you want the jacket back?"
*Tomahawk*
The Toma-Guards answered: "Stay as long as you wish. But it doesn't look like we'll need your help right now." In the meantime the Steel Leviathan could be seen collecting whatever remained of the once proud attackers.
*Outer Space*
Anna didn't even bother to care about her having an escorte or not. Her mind was just set on meeting D'Dax, going back to New Romulus, see what he wanted to speak with her about before the attack happened. This didn't mean that she forgot about the 70 mille she needed.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz nipped Anna's shoulder, lightly biting her, wanting to go back in the room.
*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn responded to Serena, "Oh... I'm terribly sorry to hear that she was one...", he looked at Keri, "My dear, there's no need to feel scared of me... or really anyone... I'm a friend, be it I'm new, but... hmm... why don't you come get food with us?"
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
Gypsie nodded and continued forward, "It's quite big. I'll give you that... anyway, lets get going."
*** Deep Space, near Sangheilios ***
The Pod scraped across cargo bay floor as it was brought in, and once it finally stopped, more pieces fell off the pod as an artificial gravity was applied, also a large computer panel fell off, revealing a larger, but not large enough to crawl through, hole, showing the blue glowing cryogenic tube, but the figure inside the tube was clouded by the frost that layered the exterior of the tube.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
"Back into the fray, I guess?" Blaine asked as the medic finished bandaging his torso. Standing up, his winced and held onto a bar nearby to support himself.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
The operation went on. Eventually one of the medical staff took out the device out of its small tank and together with another they began inserting it in with many different tools.
Slowly after a while no remains of the device were seen from the outside. The team performed multiple checks before starting to reseal the skin.
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Ray nodded. "O-Okay, i-if it's no trouble." The raccoon shivered, as his body just now found that he was only wearing medical boxers.
The research ship's insides were, interestingly enough, very clean given that the entire crew was dead. Bullet holes were strewn about liberally, but no blood or other fluid was visible. It would seem the armed crew had just shot the ship apart before everyone had died. However, at the captain's desk, a blinking red light indicated a message awaiting playback. As the vessel sat, its warp generator, defying all safety precautions, began quietly spooling up, preparing to jump into Sangheilios' atmosphere.
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*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
"Shipmaster!" A Sangheili shouted over the intercom, "The passenger's ship's warp engines are powering up! Safety measures are offline, and the course is set for Sangheilios!"
Ado looked to Ray and asked, "Can you shut your ship's engines down before it plows into Sangheilios?"
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Back into the fray, indeed," Zuko agreed, "But you aren't going anywhere in a state like that."
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Do the files make any mention of who commands or commanded it? Someone who could tell us where it is now?" Luro asked.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
Kyle was the first aboard the shuttle, where he began going over the pre-flight checks. "Go ahead and sit down and strap in," he told Gypsie and Hector. There were two seats on either side of the seat Kyle was in.
*** New Berlin ***
"Keep it - it suits you!" Judy shouted back.
(And Mary, I believe the Romulan Representative that wanted to speak with Anna was D'Tan, though you could chalk that mistake up to getting names mixed up as a result of the sudden battle.)
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The DMC Task Force under General Bellator arrived over Dragon'taan, and Draco transported down planetside, where he was greeted by Kira. "Master, is everything alright?"
"There's been a disturbance in the Force, and a massive one," Draco murmured to her. "I fear someone may have found it."
Kira's expression turned grave. "Are you sure about that? You made sure there were no loose ends - I was--"
"I am certain of it!" Draco hissed.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The Vulcan volunteer remained unconscious, though if one were paying attention to scans, the man would be putting off patterns that definitely weren't Vulcan.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna went back into the master bedroom after Spyra left, sitting down on the bed so that Raz could get back onto the bed.
Drake, however, returned soon after he left, with food and drink for Amie. "Here you go, honey," he told her.
*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle looked to Fawn. "Well, I suppose it can't hurt - ever seen one before?" he asked him.
*** Deep Jungle Bar & Grille, Tigaria ***
"She looks... depressed," Travis said as he observed her. "Like something weighs her down. Something is... wrong with her."
*** Salvager Vessel Toorna's Profits, Deep Space near Sangheilios ***
As the salvage crew approached the pod, one of them groaned loudly. "What the hell is this? How are we supposed to make a profit from this?"
"Just be thankful we got something at all!" the Captain of the group barked. "All the usual spots are picked clean!"
One of the salvagers approached the tube, running his hand over the frost. The frost brushed aside easily, and the Salvager's heart skipped a beat. "Hey, guys, check this out! Someone's inside this thing!" The salvagers all rushed over for a look inside.
"What the hell...? Who is that?" one of them asked.
*** Sangheili Gunship Dragon's Retribution, Deep Space ***
As the old colleagues of Team Star Dragon sat in the officer's mess, a discussion was in full swing.
"... we need to do something, or we'll all be going nuts!" said M'raaj-Dar, the Khajiit Assassin.
"Agreed," Dar-Ma - the Argonian merchant-turned-mercenary - agreed with him. She downed a bite of her meal. "Something for all of us to do."
"Are we really talking of taking up more mercenary contracts?" asked the aging Voro 'Zamam. "We need a break from that."
"Maybe we can ask Keesha," suggested the aging Sangheili's son, Zuka.
"Why don't you tell them, Keesha?" asked the team leader, Kylet'oran. "Tell them what you told your mother and I last night."
"You have some ideas?" queried the Raptor of the team, Deinonychus.
"Just one," said Keesha. "We try our hand at the Liandri Mining Corporation's Unreal Tournament." Silence settled over the room following the suggestion.
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*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
Gypsie did as instructed and sat down next to Kyle.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz climbed down off Anna's back, going onto the bed and going down to the floor, crawling under the bed, shaking slightly, "No leave..."
*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn looked surprised, "Seen a slave? I mean... Once a chemical-induced hivemind, but that doesn't really count... Oh! Do you mean the restaurant or a friend?"
*** Salvager Vessel Toorna's Profits, Deep Space near Sangheilios ***
Angel slowly breathed inside the pod, emitting a gentle yellow and blue light, seemingly causing a calm feeling to those as close as this salvager was to Angel. It was a lower register of light inside the pod, it being dark enough for her starred bits to swirl like galaxies.
-
Ray shook his head. "N-No. I was just an engineer, not the pilot. Uh...the reactor core c-could be dumped, but the core would explode. A-And shooting the thing would destroy the research."
-
(Yeah... I can't remember all the names you throw at me... You make me need to remember so much!)
*New Berlin*
Fayam shrugged and yelled: "Oh, ok. I'll take it." To himself he murmured: "Altough... Is keeping it such a good idea? I'm not planning on infiltrating the Insurrectionists again. And it's a little too big for me, actually."
*Outer Space*
"Nearing destination, approximated arrival in one minute," said the copilot to Anna. "Good," she replied.
-
---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
After complete reseal only a small but long scar remains on the back of the neck. The personal began to pack up their tools and all.
Meanwhile, Shoon entered the room and lifted the volunteer "Let's get him to a sort of rehab room for the set-up process" he told Vokun.
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_ Amps' Home Dragon'taan_
Amps looked down and realized where the dragon was "Now get off me!"She almost demanded "Or you'll get no eletricity from me." she added
_Five Miles from the Sith base, Glacius_
The DMC AT-TE stopped it's main cannon adjusting as it prepared to fire the other omnimechs standing in an escort position behind the large 6 legged walker.
Before the Hexapodal walker could fire, though the gate opened and out walked two AT-AT's followed by Sith troopers and other imperial style walkers below the 20 foot monster, Before one could even get out of the gate the front of it's head was smashed in then exploded, the AT-TE's mass driver and a Timberwolf's Guass rifle. exerting so much kinetic force that it had smashed the head of the tall walker within 5 seconds, it's large body falling to it's side making a loud 'clank' as it hit the side of the open gate damaging the structure some as it hit.
"That's one down , now let's finish the rest!" said the leader of the battlemechs, lining up his weapons for another shot
_DMC AT-TE, Command Center, Glacius_
various commanding clone troopers scurried about the command center in the back of the walker one trying to get into contact directly with Dragon'taan. " This is Commander Lion to Dragon'taan we have made first contact with the Sith base, one AT-AT is eviscrated...
(To be continued)
_Sangheilios Orbit_
"Nothing on any leaders just that this 'group' is much larger than what was just here. Fragmented data suggest they have hidden bases in UNSC and Federation territory." Fyra explained.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine nodded, sitting down to breath as they walked out of the ship. "So, where do we go first?" Blaine asked Zuko, wincing.
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"That's between Andrew and FLEETCOM," Zuko responded. He frowned, an idea hitting him. "If you are eager to get back in the action, perhaps... we could check in with Cousin Luro, see if he knows some Force technique that will heal those wounds much faster, get you back in action again."
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"What of the Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser? Where did it come from? I need answers - or someone who can tell me how the hell this Sith Covenant got their hands on one," Luro growled.
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
Ado barked something at his crew in his native tongue, and they scrambled to get the craft powered down before it went to warp like a fresh-fired missile toward Sangheilios.
*** Salvager Vessel Toorna's Profits, Deep Space near Sangheilios ***
"What... is she?" one of the Salvagers asked.
"I'm not sure," the Captain replied. "But I know the Liandri Mining Corporation Research Division will pay handsomely for this." He walked over and accessed a wall panel. "Helm... set a course for the LMC Outpost on LBX-7683. Comms, get a line to Nikolai; tell him we have something he'd be very interested in."
The outdated bird-of-prey turned and went to warp, heading for the aforementioned outpost.
*** New Berlin ***
Fleet Admiral Hood waited for Fayam at the UNSC Embassy. His marine guards stood outside, keeping an eye out for Fayam. If either of them saw him, they would get his attention to lead him inside to speak with Hood.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
Hector took the opposite seat, and as Kyle finished with the pre-flight checks, he sneezed a bit hard, but was otherwise fine. He powered the craft up, sealed the cabin, and the craft lifted off the deck, backed out of the hangar, and Kyle turned the craft around and headed for the surface of Coruscant. In side the cabin, the only thing felt of the flight was the gee forces. The hull did not vibrate, and the view from the sky was spectacular. Kyle piloted the shuttle across Coruscant's skies as though he had done so many times before.
*** Sith base, Glacius ***
As the Sith forces came under attack by the AT-TE and the Omnimechs, another attack was launched from another part of the base by the Kbots and Assault Vehicles. The Orcones marched on the Sith base and targeted any defensive structures, while the Shellshocker tanks and Groundbreaker All-Terrain Kbots provided artillery support and the Raptor Heavy Mechs and their attendant Kbot/Vehicle Assault Force consisting of Shawne, Nashorn, Genesis, and Rebel Battle tanks, Exxec, Cavalier, Warrior and Sentry Kbots, and a number of Shielded Scorpion Mk II Battle tanks. The result would be spectacular and terrifying, as such a force would be poised to steamroll over nearly anything in its path.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Before we get that part of the proceedings underway, you may want to look at this," Vokun suggested, motioning for Shoon to view the computer panel near him.
*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"I meant have you ever seen an AT-TE? The All-Terrain Tactical-Enforcer?" Kyle clarified. "The predecessor to the DMC's version of the All-Terrain Armored Transport. You'd be amazed with the kinds of stuff Tigress comes up with. Hell, General Vokun has worked with her before on some of either of their projects."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm not leaving, sweetie," Anna assured Raz, closing the door and returning to bed. "Don't worry about my husband, either; I won't let him kick you off the bed."
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_Fox Fire Sangheilois orbit_
"Patience." Fyra began "What? Track it and set a course to intercept it we cannot let that ship escape!" Frya said the Fox Fire jumping into subspace to intercept the salvager bird of prey thinking it was a sith ship,
Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit
"Don't worry Luro they sent us the data before they left." Ambre noted looking into the fragmented data. "What? that can't be they found that battlcruiser in the outer edges of the third Star leauge territory? beyond even the Kerensky cluster, that's not good." Amber added.
_Drake and Amie's room, Indari manor, Dragon'taan_
"Hmm i sense a familar presence in the hall." Amie said after taking a gulp of her fruit punch... "Purple... hmm wait...." she continued seeming to rant about nothing.
_Tigress' Armory_
"Umm don't I get a say in this?" Keri asked.
_Deep Jungle Bar& Grille ,TIgaria_
"I'm no jedi if you havn't noticed." TIgress replied to 'Travis' her mind more on the food.
-
Ray sat sullenly, realizing that his (or technically his) ship was set to doom an entire planet.
The research vessel, though unarmed, carried thousands if not millions of different diseases from all over space. And on top of those germs were parasites, ranging from simple nutrient thieves to full-blown host reconstructers. All that stood between them and freedom were tiny, thin-glass research cases. Along with the viruses, artifacts lined the lower storage. From Sith and Jedi holocrons to items scavenged from long-dead empires.
Ray sighed again. "Someone has to board the ship, and deactivate the warp drive." He swung his legs over the bedside, making a move to stand.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
"Let's check in with Andrew first, then we can check with Luro," Blaine replied, beginning to slowly walk towards the command room. He had a few moments of losing balance but he was getting the hang of dealing with his wound.
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--- DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Hm?" Shoon walked over to look at the screen.
-
_Clone trooper acadamy, Dragon'taan_
Nari Followed by a Clone commando wearing armor with green markings (https://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/7/74/RC-1140Fixer.jpg/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/250?cb=20070802045214) stepped up to the entrance to the acadamy waiting for something as they stood there.
"I Don't see why you insist on being like that 4-Oh." Nari sighed shaking her head.
"Not like your obssesed with all things Jedi..." The green armored commando responded.
"Fair point." Nari replied.
-
_ Amps' Home Dragon'taan_
Felicity slowly flowed off Amps, reforming in her anthro form next to Amps, her own body morphing as she flowed off Amps, sitting next to her on the bed, "Sorry...", she said as clear as day. Clearly her voice was recovered as evidence of her saying sorry.
*** Flagship Chimera, Coruscant Dock 14-A ***
Gypsie held onto her chair as the ship lifted off, getting all poofed as she was still not used to the rumbling of ships. Her tails looked like massive spools of cotton candy from how scared she was.
*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn shook his head, "Been stuck in a barn hospital for two years... sorry, no.", he then looked at Keri and smiled, "Sorry, miss. Of course!"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz slowly came out from under the bed at that point, walking slowly as he watched the door, seeing a shadow flash across the door, it being someone else who was a resident of the manor.
Soon enough, Raz did a wing flap when he jumped, his wings not flapping together, so he almost missed the edge of the bed.
-
*** New Berlin ***
Fleet Admiral Hood waited for Fayam at the UNSC Embassy. His marine guards stood outside, keeping an eye out for Fayam. If either of them saw him, they would get his attention to lead him inside to speak with Hood.
*New Berlin*
Fayam, after ending the conversation, continued dashing to the spaceport.
*New Romulus*
Anna finally arrived at New Romulus, as she made contact: "Anna to New Romulus, I'm finally back. Is D'Tan available right now?"
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*** New Berlin ***
A marine at the spaceport spotted Fayam, and shouted to get his attention, his accent distinctly Austrailian. "Oi! Oi, Fayam! Over 'ere! Hey! Someone stop him!" Some of the good Samaritans among the spaceport populace would try and tell Fayam, "Excuse me, sir, that marine is talking to you."
*** New Romulus ***
"D'Tan is in a meeting right now with representatives from the KDF and Starfleet," responded one of D'Tan's aides over an open channel. "But he would like you to head down planetside and wait in the Romulan Embassy; he said he'll be with you as soon as he can."
*** Coruscant ***
While Gemini handled the operations of the Chimera while it was in Spacedock, Kyle flew the ship down to the surface of Coruscant. The planet was a massive urban jungle, and Kyle piloted the ship toward one of the landing pads that wasn't floating in the air. Just across the way from it was a dazzling restaurant with beautiful lights and music. Kyle set the shuttle down on that pad and powered the craft down. "Hector, keep that blaster primed in case someone tries to take a swipe at us," he said.
"Response: I always do, master - but you are taking the trip here rather... seriously. Maybe we should go somewhere to relax? Blow off some steam, get a few--" Hector started.
"No," Kyle said solemnly. He motioned his head to a nearby pathway. "I have to see it. I have to see if it's still there." He rose from his seat and hit the button to lower the boarding ramp.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Very well," Zuko responded, and started for a turbolift that would take them to the bridge.
*** Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Who can we speak to to learn more?" Luro asked Ambre. "I need a name."
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Deep Space ***
"If you intend to board the ship, I'll send a team of engineers and pilots with you to help. We must move quickly," Ado said.
*** Salvager Vessel Toorna's Profits, Approaching LBX-7683 ***
"That's right, though, to be honest... we don't know what she is, much less how she ended up all the way out there," The captain said. "If anything, she could be that new project you've been looking for."
"Actually, the higher-ups want something enticing to attract some new players to this year's Unreal Tournament," the contact responded, "So just as well you found her when you did."
"Right. We'll be hitting LBX-7683 in five - have the payment ready; I have a feeling we'll want to be gone as soon as the transfer is made... and for good measure, make sure you are, too, once it's done."
*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"You're... surprisingly sensible for someone who's been isolated for so long, But, I digress," Kyle responded to Fawn. He looked to Keri. "Where is the ATTE stored? And what kind of modifications did Tigress make before she left?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake frowned. "What? Who are you sensing?" he asked Amie.
Anna chuckled, and tried to help Raz back onto the bed. "Easy, sweetie - you still need to recover from what happened earlier," she told Raz.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Vokun indicated the readings on the left screen as Shoon arrived. "These are the readings of a Vulcan..." he shifted to the right screen. "... these are the readings of your patient." If Shoon compared the readings, he would find that they're two completely different readings. "Your patient isn't a Vulcan; he's Romulan." He switched the left screens to display the readings of a Romulan - which would match the right screen. "This presents a bit of a problem, but also an opportunity."
*** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Draco accessed his communications blister and sent out a coded hail for someone specific. "Come on, Dawn... answer your comms," Draco muttered.
*** Clone trooper acadamy, Dragon'taan ***
Colonel Anne Ruslan spotted the clone troops and approached them. "You two - identify yourselves," she commanded.
*** Deep Jungle Bar& Grille ,Tigaria ***
"Should we talk to her?" Travis asked. "Maybe some words of encouragement from Princess Arcnon will lift her spirits - she looks rather blue."
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_Amps' home ,Dragon'taan_
"Oh you can speak now ,good, what are we going to do today?" The Jolteon asked
_Clone acadamy, Dragon'taan_
"RC-1140-A" Fixel" The clone commando responded.
"I'm Nari and with Tigress off on some adventure, we brought you some of the supplies you requested." Nari replied pointing to the AT-TE full of supplies.
_Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
"It's just Spyra, you can't sense her?"Amie asked.
_ Tigress Armory Dragon'taan_
"Well she completly rebuild the internals, adding battlmech style Myomer muscle fibers to the legs, increasing it's speed and manuevability, upgraded the power generator, added repulsor systems for a backup system or fo crossing water or something like that, sealed off the gunner station on the back of the main gun, upgraded the weapons added jump jets giving it a limited jump capability beyond a normal jump." Keri explained leaded the two into the vehicle yard towards one of the new AT-TEs next to a couple of the new Scorpion mk II tanks.
_Assured Victory, Sangheilios orbit_
"Well if you had a little more of that jedi patients, MAYBE I COULD READ THE REST" Amber growled, mentioning one name "Bellator, wasn't that one of Kyle's Generals in the DMC?"
_Deep Jungle Bar&Grille ,Tigaria_
"I'm a mechanic not a psychiatrist, you say something to her." Tigress replied simply. "Who are you to order me around anyway?"
-
_Amps' home ,Dragon'taan_
Felicity was silent for a moment before speaking, "Where did you find me?"
Tigress Armory Dragon'taan_
Fawn looked at the vehicle and started laughing, "You meant a Beetle-Bot? Funny story about that! On one mission they transported me and a group of newbies in one of these, decommissioned and gutted of weapons, but the funniest thing was that on the night back, the Beetle-Bot got over run by beetles and", he let out a chirp of laughter before continuing, "An-and they were all so **censor** scared!", he then caught himself, "It was solved though... and they were fine..."
*** Salvager Vessel Toorna's Profits, Approaching LBX-7683 ***
Angel's body continued to glow, it remaining dim and stationary inside the Cryo-tube as the others talked about what they were going to do with her, all while she remained asleep and frozen.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz got up onto the bed with Anna's help, instantly regretting using his wings as she was right, and now he made them feel sore. Soon after getting up onto the bed he crawled over to where they were laying before and curled up in the imprint that Anna left, finding it still warm.
-
Ray stood slowly, before collapsing beside the medipod and dry-heaving. He stopped a few moments later, and stood. "I...hate hypersleep." The raccoon shook himself, and nodded at Ado. "I'll need a suit."
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Shoon examined the screens for a while "I see. Let's get to a place we can rest him. Explain to me the opportunity while we walk there".
---The Blasphemy, deep space---
Dawn (wearing this (http://i.imgur.com/Di7Rt2Y.png) armor set) was practically dosing off, he wasn't since he was mechanical, but he was close to that. Waiting for the ship to do a full area scan when the ghost (http://cdn.inquisitr.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/destiny-ghost.jpg) suddenly said "we have an incoming priority message" Dawn slowly sat up after lying down on the floor "From?" he answered while standing up "Draco" the ghost said hovering above the helm. Dawn-12 stood up and walked towards the chair "Send this message back: "What is it?"".
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** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine entered the turbolift, fumbling with his lighter. Finally getting his cigarette lit, he waited by the console for Zuko so he could press the floor number.
-
*New Berlin*
Fayam didn't need the Samaritans to stop him. He resolutely braked and changed direction towards the marine.
*New Romulus*
Anna replied: "That means I'm cleared to land, right?"
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*** Salvager Vessel Toorna's Profits, Orbiting LBX-7683 ***
The Bird-of-Prey dropped out of warp over the asteroid outpost LBX-7683, where the crew was met by a much larger vessel marked with the logo of the Liandri Mining Corporation:
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/38/9e/80/389e80d619870b2d5cd99ed98336d98b.jpg (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/38/9e/80/389e80d619870b2d5cd99ed98336d98b.jpg)
The cryo-pod was beamed to the larger vessel, which in turn, transported over the payment, and turned and went into slipspace as the crew of the Toorna's Profits celebrated their "payday".
*** Near Jedi Temple Grounds, Coruscant ***
Kyle stepped off the shuttle and into the city proper of Coruscant, hoping Gypsie was close behind. Hector turned his head to look at Gypsie. "Suggestion: We'd better go with him and make sure he doesn't 'flip out' if and when he sees Vader."
*** New Berlin ***
The Marine met Fayam and told him, "Admiral Hood is waiting for you, sir. He's at the Embassy - follow me, you walked right past it." He would then turn and lead Fayam, if he followed, to the UNSC Embassy.
*** New Romulus ***
"That's correct - we have a landing pad reserved for you at D'Tan's request," responded the person Anna was speaking to.
*** The Blasphemy, deep space ***
Another message was fired off from Draco: "Echo Foxtrot may be compromised - rendezvous at Dragon'taan ASAP. If possible, find Lima Beta. Last report put her on Coruscant, a slight detour en route to Dragon'taan. Hurry. Darkness grows."
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Vokun began walking as he began, "The man you've been operating on is likely Tal Shiar - with the items you installed on him, we could glean just how deep the Tal Shiar infiltration is... not just in the DMC, but among other factions."
*** Tigress Armory Dragon'taan ***
Kyle chuckled lightly. "Well, Tigress has been working on this stuff for a while. Updating them with new technologies and weapons. Speaking of which..." He looked to Keri. "Did she ever track down the cause of that glitch in my Marauder II mech before she left?"
*** Clone acadamy, Dragon'taan ***
Anne eyed the ATTE momentarily, then responded, "I see. I was under the impression my Logistics Officer was supposed to meet you for this - have you not seen him?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I've heard of Spyra, just never met her," Drake replied. "What would she be doing here, anyway?"
Anna let Raz curl up and go to sleep, falling asleep herself.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
Zuko was already on, and so were a team of medics insistent on making sure they didn't miss anything on Blaine's wound. Zuko hit a button, and the turbolift closed and started its ascent. It wouldn't seem like long before the doors opened again and the group would walk out onto the bridge, where Andrew was already in a three-way conversation.
"... more than enough help here, Commander, but I thank you for the offer," said Thel on the left screen. "If anything, my nephew may need your assistance with whatever he does."
"I concur," Hood agreed. "It would go a long way toward building an alliance with his United Star League and the UNSC. I--" Hood paused as a marine whispered something in his ear. "--Apologies, gentlemen, but I need to go; my aides just found our bounty hunter friend who supposedly took out Cerberus. Commander Harrison, you orders are to assist Luro in any way you can." Hood saluted Andrew, who saluted back, before Hood's screen went dark.
"You have visitors," Thel told Andrew. Andrew turned his head and saw Zuko and Blaine.
"Good to see you're on your feet... what's your status, soldier?" Andrew asked Blaine.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Bellator...?" Luro repeated. "Bellator... Bellator..." he paused, then it clicked. "Draco Bellator... I always wondered what happened to him." After hearing Ambre's comment, Luro raised an eyebrow at her. "You know him?"
*** Deep Jungle Bar & Grille, Tigaria ***
Travis got up and approached the young fox/tiger. At first, he wasn't sure what to say. He started with, "Mind if I sit here?"
The hybrid looked up at Travis. "I don't mind - just don't expect a cheery conversation," she answered. Travis sat down across from her.
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_Salvager Vessel Toorna's Profits, Orbiting LBX-7683 _
A subspace portal opend up behind the scavenger vessel, out coming the NCD Fox Fire weapons locked onto the ship and hailing it.
_Tigress Armory Dragon'taan_
"Yeah something about the PPC not being plugged into the omnimount properly" Keri explained
_Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
"She's probably here to check on Raz." Amie noted.
_Amp's Home, Dragon'taan_
"Why would you want to go back there?" Amps asked
_Deep Jungle Bar& Grille , Tigaria_
"Service isn't usually this slow," Tigress grumbled just as a server, another Large white tiger came to the table handing out menus. "My name is..."She paused seeing Tigress. "Yeah Yeah get on with it, I'm the princess i know...." the large tiger grumbled. "Umm..FIona, what would you like to drink Princess?'She asked.
"Fruit punch and i'll have the shrimp sticks for a starter." Tigress replied.
_Assured Victory_
"No but i'm sure i came across his name in an intellgence report." Ambre replied.
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*** Salvager Vessel Toorna's Profits, Orbiting LBX-7683 ***
Just after the pod was beamed over to the other vessel and appeared on a transport pad, a red triangle would be apparent, warning that the pod required a port to sit in and it needed a fresh source of stasis agent.
Surely Toorna's Profits would get some colourful words for not 'properly' preparing the shipment.
*** Near Jedi Temple Grounds, Coruscant ***
Gypsie nodded and walked close to Kyle, keeping Hector closely behind them, "We'll go visit the temple later... food first... okay, Kyle?"
*** Tigress Armory Dragon'taan ***
Fawn listened, looking towards Kyle, "What's that about?
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz kept his body close to Anna's as he slept, embracing her body heat with gentle breathing.
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Ray, after acquiring a simple, ill-fitted suit, the raccoon tried to find the airlock. He knew that the dying ship would have a suit fitted for him. Sighing, Ray realized that the ship couldn't cancel a warp jump. He'd have to change the jump coordinates manually, potential sheering through Sangheilios' atmosphere. Ray sighed again, and rubbed the back of his head.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
"Good enough. Hopefully Luro can use some of that Jedi magic and fix me up more," Blaine replied, lifting his arm for one of the medics. "What's going on now?" He asked, taking a drag from his cigarette. A medic protested him smoking, but Blaine ignored him.
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---The Blasphemy, deep space---
"Echo Foxtrot? That can't be right.." The ghost said "Doesn't matter that takes priority" Shoon sat in his chair "Abandon all scans and prepare for jump to Dragon'taan".
---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Shoon walked by his side "Well, thats bound to be intresting".
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*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Interesting, yes - disturbing, even more so," Vokun agreed as the techs moved the "Vulcan" to another room for the set-up. "I worry that - if my suspicions are true - the Tal Shiar infiltration runs deeper than we realize."
*** Tigress Armory Dragon'taan ***
"Oh, the last time I was in my Battlemech, I hit some odd glitches. Those would have been disastrous if I were in combat," Kyle answered Fawn. He looked to Keri. "But the glitches have been fixed, yes?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake woke again for some undetermined reason, sat up, yawned, stretched, dressed in a simple "around-the-house" robe and walked out to the kitchen.
*** Salvager Vessel Toorna's Profits, Orbiting LBX-7683 ***
The Toorna's Profits answered the Fox Fire's hail first, seeing as it was already present with weapons locked. "Yes, unidentified vessel?" asked the captain. "Is something wrong?"
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Seems we're gonna aid Luro in whatever he directs his efforts to," Andrew responded. "So in a few minutes - after the medics are done with you - you, Zuko and I will head on over to the Assured Victory and see what's what."
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Seems our best lead will be to talk to General Bellator," Luro said. "Prep for departure... we'll delay a few moments before we leave; I sense others may join our mission."
*** Near Jedi Temple Grounds, Coruscant ***
"Statement: I agree with Master Gypsie's suggestion, master; the stew was good for you, but you need to relax a little. And I recall you several times saying how much you miss the Coruscant cuisine," Hector backed Gypsie's statement up. Kyle sighed, then nodded.
"Very well," he said. "Been a while since I had a Nerf Burger... or a Bantha steak... hm..."
Hector looked to Gypsie. "Observation: It seems we got him going."
*** Deep Jungle Bar & Grille, Tigaria ***
Travis spoke first: "You look rather down. Is everything alright?"
The lady scoffed, then spoke in Romulan: "You cannot possibly understand what it is like to have everything taken from you by those you thought you could trust... people you served under, never realizing--"
"I understand that more than you realize, my lady. I know what that's like. But I lost more than that; I lost my very identity. I only very recently learned who I really am. And given the language we speak in... I can say I know who took so much from you, because they've done the same to me," Travis cut her off in the same language. The hybrid looked up from her drink, shocked and amazed. A long, uncomfortable pause followed this as they stared at each other.
Finaly, the lady spoke in plain English, "Skye..."
"... Thomas," Travis responded. He shifted seats, sitting down next to Skye.
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_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
"I said, yes." Keri sighed. "Still don't know why you prefer such an outdated design base though." She muttered walking over to a small but still large robotic like Dragon (http://i.imgur.com/OsNPoZh.png)walking up the stairs of a scafold like structure to the torso of the robot.
_Amp's home_
"Why would you want to go back to that junk pile?" Amps Asked Felicity.
_Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
Drake had woken up Amie when he left, the young vixen getting out of bed wearing only her undergarments, tried to sneak out of the room before Drake got back, intending to speak with Spyra.
_Deep Jungle Bar & Grille , Tigaria_
By now Tigress was reading the menu and sipping her drink, since travis hadn't come back she assumed things had gone well and decided that if he really needed her ,he come talk to her.
_Fox Fire, Orbiting LBX-7683_
"we've tracked you from a battle recently will you submit to a manifest check?" Fyra asked calmy trying not to jump the gun anymore than she already did.
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*** Tigress Armory Dragon'taan ***
Fawn listened in, "I'd hope so too.", but as Fawn's eyes followed Keri, his mouth went agape, "Damn..."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
+++*Raz's dreamscape*+++
+++*Similar to a situation that happened before when Raz had that heavy fever, Raz's soulstone, pressing up against Anna, engulfing her in a red glowing and shifting veil. The effects of this would be that Anna would awake within Raz's mind, with him having a dream involving Anna, a scene where Anna was playing with Raz, along with a running dark figure next with them, it being Kyle, but since Raz didn't have too clear of an image of him, he was darkened and blurred with his visible colours. Clearly this scene was of Raz accepting Anna and Kyle as his new parents, but this may not be as clear to Anna as it is to Raz.
The environment had changed from before, the surroundings showing cyan-turquoise skies with a multi-colour sun. This was the planet Raz once came from, the one that was destroyed, a planet that was in the news just before last year's christmas, but the images were different from the broadcasts shown of the recorded photos, except for the skies and the sun, this place had fields of multi-colour crystals jutting from the planet, and a large kind monolithic thing (http://i.neoseeker.com/n/4/halo_4_majestic_map_pack_10.jpg) that seemed to be a primitive device for early space teleportation and transportation. *+++
Back to reality
Either Amie or Drake would've been able able to see the light coming from under Anna's bedroom door as they left their room, it seeming to pulse. As long as Anna stayed calm, the veil wouldn't break and she wouldn't leave the dreamscape abruptly.
*** Near Jedi Temple Grounds, Coruscant ***
Gypsie smiled to Hector, nodding in agreement, gently wrapping her arm around Kyle's, "C'mon, lets go see the place and get some Bath steak!" she meant Banth steak, but heard bath instead. She lightly tugged on his arm and looked at Hector, "Can you lead us there, Hector?"
_Amp's home_
Felicity continued to look down, "I feel empty... I mean... I have no memories aside from meeting you... I have no idea how my voice was botched....", she then looked up and screamed out, emiting a large burst of electricity, making another junction explode a few more blocks away before shrinking back to her infant/chibi form, curling up, showing no physical signs of being hurt, "It's like a 1 or 0 is missing... and my mind, my processing keeps skipping it and it keeps making me angry... that's why I first attacked you... the rubbed that lined the floor of that building held my electricity, that's why nothing bad happened...", she was glowing softly, no more than a half-life LED light, very dim-lit, looking very confused and conflicted
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*** Tigress Armory Dragon'taan ***
"What, that?" Kyle chuckled, indicating the mech. "That's just one of the many amazing things from the brilliant mind that is Quartermaster Tigress Arcnon."
*** Near Amps' home, Dragon'taan ***
A Romulan wearing the garb of the Romulan Republic saw the juntion spark and explode, and so, took out his tricorder and scanned. Sure enough, he picked up a power surge in the direction of Amps' home. He snuck over and peered around, looking for a possible cause for that energy surge.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna would stir slightly, but otherwise remain unchanged. In her dream, she would happily be playing with Raz, feeling as though he were her own young son. Though she couldn't see Kyle, she could hear him as they both spoke as loving parents to Raz.
*** Salvager Vessel Toorna's Profits, Orbiting LBX-7683 ***
"Uh... sure... may I ask what for? What is this about?" The captin asked.
*** Near Jedi Temple Grounds, Coruscant ***
"Bantha Steak," Kyle corrected Gypsie with a chuckle. He headed for the restaurant nearby, labeled "Coruscanti Steakhouse". Hector followed close by, his blaster rifle in hand but not primed to fire. "Gypsie... ever had a burger before? Or a steak?"
*** Deep Jungle Bar & Grille, Tigaria ***
Skye and Thomas spent what seemed hours - though it had only been half of one - talking, several times, Thomas had comforted Skye. After that time, they both moved to Tigress' table. "Tigress," Thomas spoke, "This is Skye. Skye, this is Quartermaster Tigress Arcnon."
Skye waved. "Any relation to the Arcnon Royal Family?" she asked.
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_TIgress' Armory, Dragon'taan_
"This here is a delphyne protomech one of the largest made at 9tons, smaller than a battlemech but bigger than battle armor this is my personal model i call it the Dune Dragon Keri explained as she crawled into the cockpit mounted in the center torso of the Protomech.
_Amps home_
Amps rubbed her ears that were hurt by Felicites scream. "You mind not doing that your gonna cut off the house, no whole block to eletricity, not to mention we kinda want to keep a low profile until we can talk with Tigress or someone." The jolteon noted.
_Deep Jungle Bar & Grille, Tigaria_
'Don't get around the palace or the capitol city much do you?"Tigress asked "Didn't you hear the group of girls that walked through here a few minutes ago?" The large she-tiger asked "I'm the next in line for the throne, though I think I'll hand that down to my brother, or something, politics was never my strong point." Tigress finished still half-focused on the menu. "Nice to meet you Skye what are you? Half Tigarian? You look a bit tall to be pure
fox."
_Fox fire_
"That information is classified, just know that we think your a possible enemy, but i'd like to rule that out,
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*** Tigress Armory Dragon'taan ***
Fawn didn't have any smart remarks or jokes, he was simply astounded by the craftsmanship, so thus he was speechless
*** Near Amps' home, Dragon'taan ***
From Amps' bedroom window, a soft hue of red light could be seen as a result of her small size now, also, the entire 5 blocks surrounding Amps' home was in complete blackout
++ Amps home_
Felicity rested her head down and looked down again, "Sorry... As I explained, it does happen when there's an inconsistency in my data... I can't help it..."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz continued to play with Anna and Kyle, Anna and Kyle turning into their feral forms, but since Raz has not seen either of them in their feral forms, they appear as shadow figures to him, and Anna would notice this too. Soon enough, the dream slowly winding down to the three of them resting beneath a red barked tree with diamond-shaped leaves of green.
*** Near Jedi Temple Grounds, Coruscant ***
Gypsie responded, "I've eaten a giant chicken before, if that counts."
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*** Tigress Armory Dragon'taan ***
"Gotta hand it to her - Tigress never ceases to amaze," Kyle said. His belly grumbled, and he turned to Fawn. "Let's go eat," he suggested. "I'm starved."
*** Near Amps' home, Dragon'taan ***
The Romulan saw the red light, and - seeing as he was wearing the uniform of a member of the Romulan Republic - decided for a direct approach. He approached the front door and proceeded to knock.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna continued along with the dream, never having cause to be awakened.
Drake, however, raided the fridge for a glass of green tea.
*** Deep Jungle Bar & Grille, Tigaria ***
"I'm a Tigarian Hybrid - Tiger and Fox," Skye explained. "I was... well..." She seemed timid speaking of whatever it was, and it took Thomas to break the ice:
"She's ex-Tal Shiar," he explained. "I told her you wouldn't judge. Seems I'm not the only one the Tal Shiar stole from here."
"Yeah..." Skye said softly.
*** Salvager Vessel Toorna's Profits, Orbiting LBX-7683 ***
"In that case, please do," the Salvager captain responded. "We're just a salvager ship - even our ship is salvaged. Found it adrift some ways out near Cardassian territory. Took a lot of work, but we got it working again. We don't want any trouble."
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*** Tigress Armory Dragon'taan ***
Soon after, Fawn's stomach began to rumble too, "Yeah... We'll be back later, I'm sure.", Fawn then began to turn around and leave to Kyle's vehicle.
*** Amps' home, Dragon'taan ***
Felicity kept her voice down to a whisper, "Somebody's at the door... be careful..."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Within the dream, Raz nuzzled up against the two, chirping that he loves them both.
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_Amp's home Dragon'taan_
"Let's pretend nobodies home." Amps whispered back getting a bad feeling.
_Indari manor_
Amie had found Spyra's room and the two were talking.
"So your due in about 3-4 months or so?" the purple dragon in her fox form asked
"Yeah, so what does bring you back here?" Amie asked
"The dragonling, unfortunatly i think he's a bit bonded with Anna, it may take me awhile to get through to him so I can assist your mother-in-law with raising him." Spyra replied.
"Deep Jungle Bar & Grille ,Tigaria_
"I see well I'm only worried about the Tal-shiar who are actually Romulan or maybe Reman, pick what you like I'm buying." the large tiger responded offering to pay for the meal.
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*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Kyle stepped into the restaurant, his arm still held by Gypsie, and he stopped at the sign that said "Please wait to be seated". The Holonet screens were all active, and there was a lot of activity.
"Observation: There seems to be significant activity here for this time of day," Hector stated. "Is there something going on today?"
"I believe today is the next annual hosting of the Liandri Mining Corporation's Unreal Tournament," Kyle commented. "Either that or they're discussing who's competing.
*** Amp's home Dragon'taan ***
The Romulan knocked again as new data was fed to his tricorder. "Miss Amps? Dragon'taan Security. We need to talk," he spoke.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna and Kyle both said they loved Raz, too, Anna's memories possibly feeding into Raz's dreamscape and giving him an image of what Kyle Indari looked like.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle hopped in the 'Hog and fired it up, waiting for Fawn to board. "I did tell you I'm due to be a grandfather, right?" he asked Fawn, in an effort at small talk.
*** Deep Jungle Bar & Grille, Tigaria ***
Thomas and Skye sat down and looked through the menus. "Yeah, I'll go for the nice sirloin steak," Skye commented
"You and me... bo..." Thomas' voice trailed off as something caught his eye.
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_Amp's home Dragon'taan_
Felicity nodded and stayed silent, jumping under the plush pillows of Amps' bed to mask her glow.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
In the dream, Raz didn't seem to notice or was even bothered by Kyle's appearance appearing in his own mind.
Outside the dreamscape, the light was growing brighter to the point where Anna's bedroom was nearly fully lit up.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn hopped in, responding to Kyle, "I don't think you have yet. Do tell!", he said, following the click of his belt
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie went to walk past the sign, stopping and tripping back to beside Kyle before she looked at the sign, trying to make herself small as she felt embarrassed, then she looked at Hector, "Tournament? What's that?"
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((Internet is back on, I'm back))
** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine nodded and let the medics finish his bandages. Once they finished, a medic injected him with a pain reliever and left. Blaine stood up and moved around, still sore but in far less pain.
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*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Deep Space ***
Ray, tired of waiting for his support, let himself out of the airlock. After adjusting to the weightlessness of space, the raccoon started towards the research ship with the maneuvering EVA jets the suit possessed.
*** Research Vessel Corporeal Dream **
Ray reached the empty research vessel with very little time to spare, and scrambled into the maintenance access. He took several deep breaths as oxygen flowed back to his lungs. Ray sighed, and looked around as he cautiously made his way to the bridge. "By the Gods....What happened here?"
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--- DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ----
Shoon followed him "Well dont worry yourself too much now, soon you will have all of the information you need"
---Dragon'taan Orbit---
Shoon exited hyperspace into orbit of Dragon'taan and sent a message to Draco "I am in orbit, where do I meet you?"
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*New Berlin*
Upon hearing this, Fayam wouldn't just follow the marine, but instead lead and run ahead. He already spotted it, partially because he could 'smell' money.
*New Romulus*
Anna replied: "Excellent. We're coming down!" She let Faith slow so it would descend.
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_Deep Jungle Bar & Grille_
"Might want to order drinks when the server comes around." Tigress suggested.
_Amps' home, Dragon'taan_
Amps didn't anwer the door, acting if no one were home, the fact that the power was ou adding to the effect that the house was empty.
Amp's attempted to communitcate with Felcity through eletric current, sending a small stream of eletricity from her finger to Felicity " How do you think we're gonna get past this guy and get to the armory?" She asked via the electric current.
_Indari Manor, Dragontann_
Amie and Spyra comtinued to talk about Amies kids and raz...
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***~Corporeal Dream~, Deep Space near Sangheilios**
Ray found the command deck about fifteen minutes after arriving, but now faced a sealed door. He groaned as he attempted to open the bulk-head, to no avail. He sighed, and patted the ill-fitting suit for any tool to force the door open. Ray eventually gave up, and attempted to bypass the lock via the control console. He hoped the suit had some form of built-in radio as he spoke out. "Ado? If you can hear me, I want to apologize ahead of time if I can't get this damn door open. Contact your leaders and have them prepare orbital defenses, maybe the can blast this thing apart before it crashes." He grunted in pained surprise as the security panel sparked in defiance of the raccoon's attempted hacking.
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*** Corporeal Dream, Deep Space near Sangheilios ***
"We already have," Ado responded. "Between the orbital defenses and the fleet currently in orbit, they'll make short work of that vessel if you can't stop it. We've got our shipboard AI trying to get into your ship's systems, but I'd feel better about her chances if you would coordinate your efforts with her. Can you allow her into the system?"
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Well, if you're up for it, Blaine, we'll go pay Luro a visit," Andrew suggested, donning his Mjolnir helmet.
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
"It's a galactic sport for the militant and warlike," Kyle explained as he waited for a waiter to seat them. "Teams from various areas of Galactic Society compete in a series of arenas for a major prize - a big credit bounty and usually something more exotic or rare, these days."
A waitress - a feline with red fur - approached them and chuckled. "Aww... you two look cute together! Anyway, I'll show you to your seats. Uh, the droid - I presume we don't need to worry about it?"
"He's a bodyguard - don't worry about him," Kyle responded. He followed the waitress to a booth with a clear line of sight to the HoloNet screen as it displayed a team of people calling themselves "Team Star Dragon".
*** Deep Jungle Bar & Grille, Tigaria ***
"Don't look or move quickly; two Romulans at the bar, and I don't like the looks of them," Thomas said quietly to Tigress and Skye.
"Tal Shiar?" Skye asked quietly.
*** New Berlin ***
(Mary, I'll let you portray Fayam's arrival to Admiral Hood's location.)
Hood patiently waited, knowing from a marine that radioed in that Fayam was on his way.
*** New Romulus ***
Anna would find New Romulus to be a beautiful - if strange - world. The embassy would be packed with several groups from various factions - Starfleet, Klingon Defense Force, Romulan Republic Intelligence, even some groups from the United Imperial Alliance Defense Fleet. It would make one wonder what exactly was going on.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle got underway to a known Sushi bar as he told Fawn, "Yeah, my son, Drake, and daughter-in-law, Amie, came home from a mission... somewhere, and told the family that Amie's pregnant. She's carrying twins. And, joy of joys, my sister-in-law is also pregnant, so on top of being a grandfather, I am also gonna be an uncle."
*** Amps' home, Dragon'taan ***
The Romulan continued to knock on the door, and began considering a more clandestine method.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I should hope so - and should this go well, we may discuss ways to adapt our tech to yours," Vokun said. "I still worry about what we'll find regarding the Tal Shiar." They would stop in an observation room adjacent to the room where the suspected Tal Shiar agent was being moved to for the setup process. "Are there any risks to this technology I should be aware of?" he asked Shoon.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Something would wake Anna from the dream - between the light and a sudden thirst, she woke and immediately squeezed her eyes shut at the bright light.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Usual location - my residence. I'll give you a lift to the command center if we need to go there," Draco responded.
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_Amps' home, Dragon'taan_
Felicity looked at Amps, responding back to Amps, "Garbage chute?... Tight rope walking... the power is off right now in this area... it'd be safe..."
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie kept close to Kyle, instinctively snarling at the people that came too close, but as people went quiet and looked at her, she caught herself and made herself look small, muttering to herself, "I hate crowded places...", she had her body close against Kyle's, her tails wrapped around herself and his waist.
*** Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn nodded, "SO I guess I won't be seeing too much of him... as I haven't really been seeing either much lately... but alright... however, was it confirmed that the twins are Drake's offspring...", Fawn caught himself, stuttering, thinking this would upset Kyle, "N-now, I'm not saying that Amie cheated on Drake... but possibly something else happened if there aren't any solid medical records...", Fawn lightly slapped himself and stayed quiet, knowing his running mouth may have caused trouble for himself.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
The moment Anna woke up, Raz's bright red light would subside completely until his soulstone lightly pulsed with a soft red light. The moment Anna sat up, Raz woke up with a whine, his tail lightly gripping Anna's wrist, himself feeling too tired to stand up and chase Anna
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***~Corporeal Dream~, Deep Space***
Ray nodded, and backed away from the console. "Go ahead, I can't get the door. The AI won't be able to access the jump systems, it's purposely on its own setup." He sighed and waited a few moments. The door hissed open as the AI completed its routine. Ray approached the jump console, and started adjusting the coordinates. "Ado? Get all of the tallest buildings evacuated. I won't hit the surface, but jump predictions are collision with any structures over thirteen stories. I'm sorry, but it's the best I can do."
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** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
"Well then, let's not keep him waiting." Blaine replied, pulling on his BDU shirt. He walked to the elevator and waited for Andrew.
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_Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, Tigaria_
"How did they get in here?" Tigress almost growled "I'm really gonna talk to my mother about this, these Tal-shiar are ruining more than just lives here." The lare she-tiger growled. "You want to leave?" She asked.
_Amps home, Dragon'taan_
"That's if the explosions didn't cut the wires too." Amps noted, "Don't you have a portal gun on your tail?" the yellow vixen asked trying to think of ideas.
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*New Berlin*
Fayam came dashing right towards admiral Hood at full speed. If one wouldn't know better, they could think he was about to collide into him.
*New Romulus*
Anna, followed by her crew, would gaze upon the unusual planet. Anna didn't look around as much as the others, though- she knew there was business to do.
*Tomahawk*
By now, all of what remained of the attackers have had their metals salvaged. The Toma-Guards left one ship untouched to be restored, but Hor'kuu didn't know, and neither did Farrar, nor did Omega.
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---Dragon'taan Orbit---
"Alright" Dawn started going slowly into low orbit "This is the Blasphemy request landing near this sector" Shoon sent to the tower for landing approval.
---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Supposedly not, but I guess that if there is we are going to discover them now, I want all personal to get clear of that room and lock the door"
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(Uh... shoon, wasn't it Dawn-12 that was on the Blasphemy?)
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Affirmative, Blasphemy - you are cleared for landing. General Bellator has been notified," the Tower responded.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Agreed," Vokun concurred, working on a console to send the orders to the techs and personnel in the room. "Can we do the setup remotely from here?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake, having satisfied his thirst, returned to his room - only to find Amie missing. "Amie?" he called out, "Amie, you okay?"
Anna laid back down with Raz and went back to sleep, wondering in a corner of her mind where her husband was.
*** En Route to Dragon'taan Sushi, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle chuckled. "The babies are Drake's; it was confirmed by the doctor we usually trust, Fay. We had no reason to suspect anything like that with Amie; she's a sweet girl, and she and Drake love each other very much." He thought for a moment, then lightly thumped the steering wheel. "I just remembered - Anna's nephew - Drake's cousin, Thomas, is coming into town. Moving in with his girlfriend, Janie. So you might get a chance to meet them. Drake's gonna flip when he learns those to have hit it off so well."
*** Amps' home, Dragon'taan ***
The Romulan quietly scaled the house, trying to gain entry through the upper level of the house. With power out, it would be difficult spotting him in the dead of night.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
Andrew and Zuko stepped onto the turbolift, Andrew pausing to snap off a comment to one of his subordinates on the bridge: "Mister Scott - keep things together until I get back."
"I always do," Scott responded, his accent having that heavy Scottish twinge. Andrew stepped onto the lift fully, and the doors closed, and took them down to the hangar deck, where Andrew was the first off. "Maybe we can ask Luro to help you with that wound of yours, Blaine," he said.
(What was Blaine's rank again? Was it Staff Sergeant?)
*** Corporeal Dream, Deep Space***
"No need, Ray - AI just got something that will help. Should raise the trajectory enough to where the ship won't collide with the building, we just need to upload it to the navigational system. Or, failing that, we engage the Modified Tractor Beam; should immobilize the vessel and cut power to the engines, among other things. Your choice," Ado responded.
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
"You aren't the only one," Kyle whispered to Gypsie.
"Amused statement: That is why I am here," Hector said. The waitress, thankfully, sat Kyle and Gypsie at a booth that was mostly isolated, with a clear line of sight to a HoloNet screen nearby.
"Also making a return after a long hiatus, is Team Star Dragon, lead this year by Keesha Jek'ari," the announcer proclaimed, showing the image of a human with dragon eyes and face paint.
*** Deep Jungle Bar & Grille, Tigaria ***
"Don't make any sudden moves and don't look at them - they may move on and not spot us," Thomas whispered to Tigress and Skye. He acted naturally, looking over the menu. Skye did the same.
"If they know we're here, they may just set a trap outside," Skye said quietly.
*** New Berlin ***
"Fayam, good to see you're still with us. I got a call from the Base Commander here about what happened, and my heart nearly stopped. You have evidence that you nailed Cerberus, yes? According to my agents here - Judy and Nick - they gave you something that proves Cerberus is dead. They also said something about you had something I would want to look at...?" Admiral Hood would say to Fayam when he arrived.
*** New Romulus ***
"Jolan Tru, travelers; may I assist you all?" greeted the receptionist. "If you're looking for D'Tan, he'll be out shortly; he's in a meeting with delegates from Starfleet and the KDF."
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_Amps home, Dragon'taan_
Felicity looked back at her tail and flicked it, "I-I do.... but I've never had any living creature go through it... I don't kno-... wait... let me surround you again...", Felicity had an idea and she was hoping this would work.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz cuddled back up with Anna, returning to the curled up position he was before, puffing out a small and pitiful puff of fire in happiness.
*** En Route to Dragon'taan Sushi, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn chuckled, "Young lovers, I'm guessing? Anyhow, sorry for suggesting that Amie an-... never-mind... So, since you're a general, I guess you get some special privileges, right? or maybe some funny stories?"
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie crawled into the booth, padding at the cushioned seat until she got comfortable, to then stare at the holonet screen, "What's that thing?", Gypsie said, having never actually seen a human in her entire life, "It looks like a disfigured chimp... with war paint...", a passing party scoffed at Gypsie before being shown to their own booth a while away
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_Deep Jungle Bar&Grille_
Acting as if she were looking over her menu, Tigress secretly sent a message to her mother, via 'Tigar' writing.
_Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
IF drake listend closely he could hear spyra or amie laughing as they continued to talk in Spyra's room
_Clone acadamy, Dragon'taan_
"Yeah well Tigress is out so she wanted us to give you the supplies ,plus a new refit of the AT-TE for training." Nari explained.
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((Yeah, he's still a Staff Sergeant))
** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine nodded, still buttoning up his shirt as he followed the two. "I hope he can. A war brewing and here I am broken and useless." Blaine said, a twinge of melancholy in his voice. If Luro could fix his wound, Blaine had honestly considered leaving ONI and re-enlisting with the Corps. He was a Marine at heart, and this spook stuff was always supposed to be temporary anyways.
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(Sorry)
---Dragon'taan Orbit---
Dawn landed, got out of the ship (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/1f/97/06/1f9706859971707d960adc09f2812d7f.png), went to the road outside summoned his sparrow (http://i.imgur.com/lTbKlrr.png), got on it and started driving towards Draco.
---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Yes, once all of the personal are out I will start it up".
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*Corporeal Dream, Deep Space**Ray was just about to respond, when the warp-drive initiated. The ship seemed to stretch slightly as it entered warp and disappeared a few moments later.
*Sangeheilios, Inner Atmosphere*
The Corporeal Dream dropped from warp for a brief moment, the sudden atmospheric pressure sheared off (or appeared to shear off) a panel that fell to the planet below. The Dream then shot back into warp, and out the other side of the planet.
*Corporeal Dream, Sangeheilios Orbit*
Ray panted as the ship came to a stop, and powered down. With life support failing, Ray quickly collected an EVA suit fitted to himself. He suited up, taking the radio with him. "Ado? Ado! It worked! I'm on the other side of the planet! Thank Great Leader!" After a few moments, Ray calmed down. "The life support is gone, Ado. I've only got a few minutes of oxygen left. Please send someone to get me, i-if you can."
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*New Berlin*
Fayam said casually: "Here's proof of Cerberus' death," handing Admiral Hood the datapad, "and you might want to take a look at this: Cerberus' entire database." He showed his personal computer.
*New Romulus*
Anna replied: "Excellent. Tell him that Anna, captain of Faith, is waiting." She looked over her shoulder and continued: "My crew came too. But they deserve some credit as well."
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*** New Berlin ***
Hood looked over the data as his aides handed Fayam his credits in several briefcases. He frowned and looked to Fayam. "Am I correct in assuming you know little of the Triple Alliance?"
*** New Romulus ***
"Of course," the receptionist replied. She worked on her console, then looked back up at Anna. "D'Tan should be along shortly. Please - make yourselves comfortable."
*** Corporeal Dream, Sangeheilios Orbit ***
"We know," Ado replied. "We're performing an in-system Slipspace Jump; you should see us off your starboard side in five seconds." Then, just as predicted, the Armored Cruiser Ardent appeared from a Slipspace rupture, and launched multiple craft. "We're sending medical teams with a fresh oxygen tank - should buy you enough time to make it back to the Ardent. Don't worry about your ship; we'll get it repaired so you can get to where you were going. Can you contact any of your colleagues, or are your comms fried, as well?"
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
The team would take the turbolift down to the hangar, then board a command shuttle, and head for the Assured Victory. The landing would be smooth, and the team would soon find themselves walking the halls of the Sangheili ship, bustling with alien races all wearing uniforms adorned with the same symbol - one that had half an Old Republic symbol, and half an old Sith Empire symbol.
*** Deep Jungle Bar&Grille ***
Skye and Thomas both acted naturally, and the two Romulans looked at them briefly, then one motioned his head and they both left.
"Ten to one they'll be waiting for us outside," Thomas whispered.
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
"From the looks of her, she's either a human dragon-shifter, or a human/Dragonarian Hybrid," Kyle responded to Gypsie.
"Affirmation: The latter is correct, master; that is Keesha Jek'ari, daughter of Kylet'oran and San Jek'ari, of team Star Dragon - a mercenary team High General Kyle Indari was reportedly a part of before becoming High General of the DMC," Hector interjected.
"Hnh... so chances are, High General Indari knows her," Kyle murmured.
*** En Route to Dragon'taan Sushi, Dragon'taan ***
"Depends on your definition of funny," Kyle chuckled. He sighed, then said, "A lot of the funny times I had were with another woman - a girl I knew before I became High General; Keesha. Keesha Jek'ari." His face portrayed a look of melancholy. "I haven't spoken to her or her parents since the Marauder War started. They just... vanished."
*** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Draco waited outside his house for Dawn to arrive, with Kira at his side. "You're certain it was compromised?"
"You felt the disturbance, Kira - what else could it mean?" Draco countered.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake followed the sounds and tracked Amie to Spyra's room. "Honey, you okay in here?" he asked with a knock on the door.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Soon enough, all personnel were out of the room, and the door was shut and sealed. Vokun gave Shoon a nod to proceed.
*** Clone acadamy, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Anne replied. She sighed, nodded, then told Nari, "Very well. I assume you know where to put it all?"
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Ray shook his head, as he pulled the main data-core from the science officer's desk. "The ship's a goner. She'll drift off into deep space, until the main reactor goes up. I just need a lift off this thing. I'm sure Great Leader will understand."
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** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine followed, not even focused on his surroundings. He had already taken his uniform shirt off, his side beginning to hurt again. Clenching his side, he just kept hoping they would reach the command room before he became immobile again.
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---Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan---
They would see Dawn speeding in the distance.
Soon after when he got close he slowed down and drifted to the side, stopping a couple meters away, stepping off as the Sparrow dematerialises and then walking in their direction "So, it's been a while"
---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Alright" Shoon sat down and closed his eyes. In his mind, in the network, he has activating the module that has just been implanted in the Tal Shiar in the room next to them. Soon the sleeping body in the room started lightly spasming as the module was slowly being connected with the brain, becoming one with the body.
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_Deep Jungle Bar&Grille_
"Twenty to one they won't even see us leave" Tigress replied. "We'll go out the back way." the large tiger added, speaking only once the romulans were out of earshot."So aside from that since your both former Tal-Shiar, what would be their next move?" she asked.Their server a large female tiger like Tigress but with a diffrent strip pattern and face stepped up to the table "OH I'm sorry I didn't know you had guest.
What would you two like to drink?"
_Clone academy, Dragon'taan_
"The droids can handle it." Fixel replied, removing her helmet to reveal her odd green and white fur."We just came to make sure the droids got here." Nari added.
_Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
"Sheese can't a pregnant lady talk with friends without her husband freaking out it's not like Spyra couldn't carry me around if she had to." Amie whined in responce to Drake.
_Amp's Home ,Dragon'taaan_
Amps nodded going along with whatever the plan was.
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*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie was looking at a menu that was sitting on the table, listening to Kyle and Hector explain about team Star Dragon, "Who's Star Dragon? and who's General Indari?" she said, holding the menu by a corner as she tried to understand it.
*** En Route to Dragon'taan Sushi, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn then slammed on the dashboard, "WEll then we have to search for them, eh? Unless that's a past you want to forget..." he said lowly as he thought he accidentally overstepped.
_Amp's Home ,Dragon'taaan_
Felicity was still very uneasy, but knew this was the only way for them to escape, so she lept at Amps and bit her, siphoning electricity at a fast rate, "I will start to glow and when that happens, this person will know we're here, so when I shoot the portals I won't be able to convey your movements for you as it is very taxing on myself to keep a portal open, especially one the size large enough to fit your size.
As Felicity siphoned electricity from Amps, she did get brighter and brighter, but she was also rapidly spreading onto Amps, "W-when I am all the way around you... use my tail to shoot a portal out the window... shoot it at a white surface... and... and... step.. through..", Felicity was greatly tired from this high intake of electricity that it was making her processing degrade from the overloading that it was taking to prep for the portals.
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Ray ran for the hanger door, the suit's built in Geiger counter going mad. Grabbing a panel just large enough to cover him, Ray prepared for the core to detonate as he stepped out of the ship. "Ado! Core's goin' faster than I thought! I'mma ride the blast wave towards your ship! Either back away, or prep for a big explosion!"
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*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
"That explosion will vaporize you in a blink! Stand by, we'll beam you aboard!" Ado responded. His subordinates worked furiously to activate the transporter and beam Ray aboard the Ardent. If it worked, Ray would feel a tingling sensation, then a rush of velocity as he was teleported aboard - away from his exploding vessel.
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
"High General Kyle Indari is the current reigning Supreme Commander - hence his rank as High General - of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps," Kyle answered. "Nearly everyone in the galaxy has heard of him. He was the dragon-shifter who lead the forces of the Marauder Corps to victory against the Necromyan Collective during the Marauder War, and against every DMC Enemy since."
"Statement: These days, he tries to avoid conflicts, while fully realizing that some cannot be avoided. I think it because he has, since the end of the Marauder War, become a loving husband and father," Hector added. "Musing: I would not be surprised to learn he is soon to become a grandfather."
"Regardless, Team Star Dragon is the mercenary team he worked for before he became High General and went on that crusade against the Necromyans," Kyle continued. He indicated Keesha's face as the announcer went on speaking of her past victories in previous Tournaments. "She was also a part of that team."
*** Deep Jungle Bar & Grille, Tigaria ***
"A cola would be nice," Thomas told the waiter.
"I still have my drink, so I'm good for the time being," Skye said.
Thomas would wait for the waitress was out of earshot before continuing, "We're just gonna see what happens. Neither of us expected to have a common background."
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
Blaine would, before he realized it, find himself on the bridge of the Assured Victory. Luro was about to greet Andrew and Zuko when he saw Blaine. He approached him, dressed in Grey Jedi robes, and asked, "I can sense your pain. Have you not seen a medic for your wounds?"
"We were kinda hoping you could help us there," Andrew admitted. Luro raised an eyebrow
"I certainly can, but I need to see the wound itself," he told Blaine more than anyone else.
*** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"Indeed," Draco greeted Dawn. "I believe you remember Kira Carsen, my ex-Padawan."
Kira bowed respectfully. "Guardian," she greeted.
"Lord Scourge is inside, trying to raise Lana," Draco sighed. "But she isn't answering. Either her comm is dead, or she is."
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
(I'll let you take control of the Tal Shiar agent temporarily so you can complete the setup in all the details, Shoon)
Vokun watched as this setup was carried out, keeping a keen eye on the computers and readouts, watchful in case something were to go wrong.
*** Clone academy, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Anne said. "Well, I'll assume you know what to do, and leave you to it. As it is--"
"Anne!" shouted a canine dressed in Mandalorian Armor. Anne grumbled.
"Every time he sees me, he's gotta start yelling my name..."
*** En Route to Dragon'taan Sushi, Dragon'taan ***
"Forget them?" Kyle asked as they pulled into the parking lot of the Sushi Bar. He shook his head. "I don't want to forget them. They're... family. The first family I had after Cerinia burned. I was lost after the Necromyans glassed Cerinia... Team Star Dragon took me in, when others would have left me broken with as cynical and violent as I was back then. They treated my metaphorical wounds, cared about me... when no one else would. When I went on my crusade against the Necromyans, gathering other dragon shifters and other warriors, soldiers, and mercenaries willing to fight... they supported me. After the war, they just... disappeared. Forget them? If anything, I want to find them again. Give them a home as they did for me." He sighed with a look of nostalgia. "Not a day goes by I don't think of them. Especially... Keesha. I am certain that had Anna not been found to be Drake's mother, Keesha is who I'd have married. I don't regret marrying Anna - she's a wonderful woman and a powerful warrior. I guess I just miss old friends."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Okay, honey! Calm down!" Drake responded defensively. "I was just checking on you!"
Anna continued to sleep, but now, her own mind churned with memories of fire and death as alien ships burned everything in their path and she ran to a waiting ship - with Kyle trying to catch up.
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Ray blinked, as the the tingling sensation reached him. He closed his eyes as he was teleported aboard. He gasped as he materialized. "W-What was that?! What kinda teleport was that?!"
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** ULSV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine nodded, slowly beginning to unravel his bandage. As he hit the last layer, the pain hit a new level. Blaine shuddered and held back a shout, before finally tearing the last of the bandage off. The wound was still bad looking, but not infected. Using a chair for balance, he shakily awaited Luros' analysis.
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---Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan---
"I do remember you, hello. Well, No time to waste if she doesn't pick it up soon we will have to go on without her".
---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
(I would much prefer it if you controlled him)
The systems guided by Shoon will soon wake to life and this is what the Tal Shiar agent will be hearing "Hello and welcome to the implant set-up process please stand by for tutorial". After a few seconds, he would find himself in a blank white room with Shoon sitting in an office chair. He would see that he is seating in one as well.
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** En'route to Dragon'taan sushi, Dragon'taan***
Fawn simply listened to Kyle as he talked until he had an idea to play therapist, "Keesha... Tell me about her, and maybe some things about Team... Star Dragon?"
***Coruscanti Steakhouse ***
Gypsie listened closely, "Hmm... I think I've seen them somewhere before... when I was in that lab, there was someone who broke in, they briefly talked to me; told me to duck my head when I heard an explosion... I did try to look for them, but they vanished... I was blind because of a metal helmet at the time, but their voice was feminine... it may be a long run, but Team Star Dragon might have been the cause for my escape the second time...", she looked down at the table, etching into the table with a sharp claw, it being an intricate sketch of the power grid of a plasma assault rifle. When she noticed what she was doing she put her hands under the table, "We were being bred... trained... to be weapons. They drilled schematics into my head... how to disable common weapons... the scientists had an odd insignia on their lab coats... it was simply TS... I asked what it meant... but they just hit me...", she balled up in her seat, shaking, "I'm glad they are all dead... and if I see their logo again, I'm not sure what I may do...", her body kept shaking as she breathed, stroking her tails, then her belly rumbled, "Is our food here yet?", she coldly said.
***Indari Manor, Dragon'taan * * *
Raz had entered Anna's dreamscape again and he was getting scared from what he was seeing, making him squirm next to Anna, himself crying out in the dream for Anna, and in reality he was making uneasy groans, loud enough to be softly heard through the door.
Furthermore, the veil of red glow had surrounded the two of them now, but it was subtle and low.
***Transport ship, Deep space Sanghelios***
Angel's cryopod had been stabilized, and passing workers ogled at her from what could be seen.
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*Sangheilios surface*
The panel that had fallen from the research vessel shook and shuttered, before belching up sparks from the electronics on its surface. A few moments later, a sphere of energy appeared, and four purple raccoons stepped out of it. They wore clear glass helmets and had simple carbine rifles on their hips. They looked around briefly, before moving from the panel and searching for a place to hide. The electronics sparked once again, and the blue sphere disappeared.
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_Amp's home, Dragon'tann_
"will it help any if i charge you ?" Amps asked, preparing for Felciity to get on her again.
_Indari manor, Dragon'taan_
Amie walked down the hallway ,back towards her room "Drake?"she asked, hoping he was back in their room.
_ Assured Victory_
"Shipmaster, Luro I have the slip space jump programed , and will engage on your command." Ambre noted as she stood next to helm console.
_Clone acadamy, Dragon'taan_
"Yeah, you'll have to speak to the droids on that one, Nari noted she and her sister, Fixel turning to face the other mandalorian.
_Deep Jungle, Bar&Grille, Tigaria_
The server nodded and left, coming back with their drinks a moment later. "I'll be right back to take your order." The Tigarian said, walking off to serve other tables.
"Why the heck are romulans on Dragon'taan last i recall we really don't like them due to thier...mystevious actions." Tigress whispered , making sure no one else was in earshot.
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*** Amps' Home, Dragon'taan ***
The Romulan looked for an open window or perhaps a skylight he could remove to gain entry, taking care not to make any noise as he moved about.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Right here, honey," Drake said, laying on the bed. On their TV was news that the shadowy figure called Cerberus had been brought down by a bounty hunter hired by the UNSC.
In Anna's dreamscape, she ran toward a ship that was apparently powered up.
"Anna, wait!!!" Kyle called out. But she didn't; to her shame, she--
--Anna suddenly woke from the memory with a barely-stifled shout. She panted for a moment, then laid back down.
*** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"We're gonna need her; for one, we agreed that if Echo Foxtrot had been compromised, we would secure it together; two, if someone has found it, she'll have the termination codes to eliminate the fleet should it be necessary," Draco told Dawn. "Please tell me you held onto the Command Override codes...?"
*** Dragon'taan sushi, Dragon'taan ***
(I'll send you a document on Team Star Dragon, Raz - there's simply too much to put here.)
Kyle began explaining Team Star Dragon, telling Fawn of their various operations - clandestine and otherwise - the people on the team, and especially about Keesha, how she was closer to him than anyone else on the team, and his speculation that had Anna not come face him, he would have married Keesha. "... they're good people. But I lost contact with them after the Marauder War. I guess... they felt I no longer needed them. Whatever the case, I'd be thrilled to see them again, show them what I've built... introduce them to my family. But their movements are known only to them. Where they wander now... is knowledge only they hold."
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"This is... fascinating," the agent said in the best Vulcan impression he was capable of. "Is this part of the setup process of the implant?"
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Transporter Technology has been standard issue ever since our contact with the Klingon Empire and Romulan Republic," Ado explained. "And with our allies on Dragon'taan pitching in, our transporters are the best this side of Galactic Society."
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Understood," Luro responded to Amber as he examined Blaine's wound. "This will be an easy fix for me - do you mind?" he asked Blaine.
"Cousin, he wishes to be back in fighting condition as soon as possible," Zuko commented. "I don't think he'll mind."
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
As though on cue, the food Kyle and Gypsie ordered arrived. Kyle stroked Gypsie's hand. "It's alright," he assured her. "I'm not gonna let anything happen to you, I promise."
***Transport ship, In Transit***
The Marathon-class Cruiser ferrying Angel's pod dropped out of Slipspace over one of the worlds owned by LMC, and the techs on board prepared to move her pod down planetside.
*** Deep Jungle Bar & Grille, Tigaria ***
"The Romulan Republic is permitted to operate an embassy on Dragon'taan; they recruit members to their Foreign Legion forces," Thomas said.
"What I want to know is why they're here, on Tigaria," Skye added. "What could they possibly gain in a clandestine operation here?"
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_ Amps' Home, Dragon'taan_
Felicity shook her head, "I can stay awake and semi-conscious.... however, if you overcharge me, I can speed this process up... but there's one problem. After you exit the portal, there is a high chance that I may immediately passout and revert.", Felicity now covered Amps' lower half, just now covering her feet as she continued to siphon energy from Amps.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz woke up just when Anna did and was having troubles going back to sleep as he was suffering from what he saw in her nightmare. His body cold and shivering with a cold sweat, his paws brushing his head, still thinking ash and rubble was pittering down onto his head, accompanied with whines.
**Dragon'taan Sushi, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn listened closely and wad actually at a loss for words. As they talked, Fawn requested 3 batches of Tempura Shrimp, Red Dragon Sushi, 2 variants of Salmon Sushi, and a few hand rolls.
After the waiter left, Fawn turned back to Kyle, "Sounds like a fun bunch...", Fawn stared blankly for a few moments, as if he had been stabbed, before he shook his head, continuing speaking, "But I'm not going to press any further. Let's get to eating, alright?", Fawn had an uneasy look on his face, his eyes eying something that wasn't easily seen, and when each moment he saw it, he bore his teeth for a moment before returning to normal.
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie smiled at Kyle and pressed herself around the table to beside him, pressing into him and a sleepy smile and gesture as she took a piece of the food and ate it.
*** Transport Ship, In Transit ***
Angel was still within the pod, breathing slowly as much as the cryostasis would allow her.
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---Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan---
"Sure I did" Dawn looks around and then continues "Why don't we take this inside?"
---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Yes, not only that but we are inside your brain, Care for a drink before we start?"
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** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine nodded again, as it was unbearable to speak at this point. Something was different about this wound, it wasn't any ordinary Covenant plasma rifle. Back in New Mombassa, during the war, Blaine had taken his fair share of plasma rounds and none continued to hurt like this. Especially after the morphine the medics doped him up with.
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*New Berlin*
Fayam replied: "Yeah... about that... The VAC, the Advent and the Vasari. Cerberus' files contain everything about 'em. Including contact information. Wanna see?"
*New Romulus*
Anna nodded in response and put herself down on the nearest seat she could find. Her crew went out, explorig the spaceport a little more. Only the copilot wasn't planning on moving from her side. He began: "I think you should not do what you're planning. First it's crazy expensive, second it's really insane."
*Tomahawk*
The Leviathans got the hull fully repaired. Leviathan technology and weaponry replaced the destroyed parts. Without warning, they launched it in the direction it came from, planning to infiltrate in the Tal Shiar's area. Hor'kuu, Farrar and Omega were still unaware.
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*Armored Cruiser ~Ardent~*
Ray blinked again. "B-But there was no transportal sphere, no actuation pad, and I was moving!"
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_Indari manor, Dragon'taan_
As Amie tried to get back into bed, her eyes began to glow then fade. "I feel a disturbance in the force." the vixen muttered.
Almost as if on cue, despite it being late at night a knock came to the front door of the manor.
the sleeping dragon, Spyra rose her head, sensing something out of place, her formed changed to her normal four legged small dragon form as she walked out of her room to answer the door, though not exactly in a rush to do so, at this time of night.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I sense it, too," Drake replied.
Anna also would sense it, but focused on cradling and shushing Raz. "It's okay, sweetie... we're safe..."
Mathayus would already be heading for the front door, groggily grumbling, "This better be good..."
*** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"Agreed," Draco said, leading Dawn into the house. In the foyer, Lord Scourge would be working at a subspace transmitter. "Any luck, Scourge?" Draco asked.
"None," Scourge answered. "Praven confirmed Lana was on Coruscant, but she won't answer anyone's hails; she's gone dark."
"Why would she do that?" Kira Carsen asked. "That's not like her at all."
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I do not see how that would work if we are, indeed, inside my brain," the agent answered in that emotionless Vulcan accent.
*** Dragon'taan Sushi, Dragon'taan ***
"Most would be impressed with how much of my past you've gotten out of me so far; few outside my family ever have," Kyle told Fawn before taking a bite of his food.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
Luro would reach out with the Force, soothing Blaine's wound and healing it up as though it had never happened. Blaine would barely feel it, and the pain would be nonexistent. "You surprise me, Blaine," Luro complimented Blaine as he worked. "Few would survive a wound like this. Your resilience is worthy of a Sangheili."
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
"Our transporter technology works... differently than what you are apparently used to," Ado told Ray. "Now, where were you headed again?"
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Kyle happily ate his food with Gypsie, seemingly forgetting his troubled past. "I had forgotten how good a Nerf Burger is..." he commented.
*** New Berlin ***
"I will review the detailed information later... but what's interesting is that the Triple Alliance is showing up now. This is not the first time they've involved themselves in affairs here; they were the catalyst that lead to the formation of one of our allies, the United Imperial Alliance - they're going to want to know an old friend has surfaced," Hood told Fayam. "Do you know anyone who'd be willing to alert them that the TA has again risen?"
*** New Romulus ***
A young Klingon officer noticed Anna and approached her. "You... you are the one who foiled those green-blooded targs, the Tal Shiar, aren't you? Blew the cover off their pseudo-Borg attacks?" she asked her.
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** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine moved around, feeling like a new person. He laughed a little before looking back to the group. "Thank you, Luro. I owe you," He said, smiling. He then, unexpectedly, ripped the ONI patch from his shirt and threw it to the ground. "I'm done with ONI. I'm re-enlisting with the Corps. I'd hope you'd still have me with your group, Andrew." Blaine asked, at the same time sending his resignation with ONI and his re-enlistment with the UNSC over his neural interface. If a war was coming, he wasn't sitting in the shadows any longer. He was coming in feet first into hell.
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**Armored Cruiser ~Ardent~**
Ray scratched his ear, and closed one eye in thought. "Uh...erm... I-I remember being told about the UNSC. I guess an outpost. I think we're gonna be followed, though. W-We're gonna need b-backup."
*Sangheilios Surface, hidden underground*
The four raccoons that had transported onto the planet had begun constructing a teleportal link, linking to their home planet. However, they were having a very difficult time. Their rubber-like hard suits made it difficult to move and the raccoons, like most of their class, weren't very smart.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz pressed up closer to Anna, "Fire... screaming... everywhere...", Raz eventually calmed down and passed out against Anna, but any odd movement from Anna would make him wake up.
*** Dragon'taan Sushi, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn ate some too and smiled, "Must be my gentle attitude~", Fawn said playfully.
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie poked her food, "There's no red to it... it's brown...", Gypsie had ordered a medium rare steak, but she only read rare on the menu, but now she was disappointed.
_Amp's home, Dragon'tann_
Felicity continued to siphon energy from Amps, managing to engulf her, "My tail... point and squeeze and I will shoot a portal from there... quickly though... I think I head something..."
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*New Berlin*
Fayam instantly answered: "For a fair bonus you can get all of Cerberus' files and I'll go and contact the TA. Deal?"
*New Romulus*
Anna nodded. She answered: "That's correct, but I couldn't have done it without my trusty copilot." She looked at him while he smiled.
*Outer Space*
The repaired cruiser was headed for an unknown destiny. The Leviathans inside were busy trying to trace the ship's origin.
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---Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan---
"We will wait a bit more. If she doesn't respond I will go after her".
---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"It was just supposed to help you feel your comfortable" Shoon paused and took a deep breath before continuing "Now, what are Tal Shair doing?"
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-Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, Tigaria-
The server came back to the three's table refilled their drinks then asked "are you ready to order or, do you need more time?" She asked
Tigress looked to Skye and Travis, as if asking them what they wanted to do.
-Indari Manor-
Outside the door an armored dragoness stood (http://www.darkspyro.net/skins/set/images/random_full/dawn_cynder.jpg) Is there a Spyra in here?" She asked.
_20 miles from Echo station, Glacius_
The battle between DMC Forces and Sith Empire forces raged, the empire forces had the advantage of numbers which though quickly diminishing allowed them for now to hold their own against the higher tech DMC forces.
A PPC bolt hits an AT-AT directly on it's side the force of the impact sending it falling down to it's side a large hole burnt into the side of the armor, the crew began to evacuate, but before they could get far the hulk of the AT-AT Exploded as one of the faster lighter Mechs shot at the weak Neck area of the walker, a large black crater scorched the ground where the AT-AT's body had once been.
Meanwhile an AT-TE using its better strength and power, rammmed through a group of AT-ST's sending a few flying into the air as a result the walker attempting to rush towards an AT-AT. light mechs like Adders and Arctic cheetah's escorting the large hexapod walker cleaning up anything left behind.
Suddenly a group of Tie/fo, and few Tie/sf Fighters, took off from the imperal designed base, heading for the DMC Forces in an attempt to stall them with air to ground fire.
"Tie Fighters have just taken off from the base, we may need air support!" said the commander of the Battlemech forces over the comm back to Echo station.
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*** Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, Tigaria ***
"I'll be having a nine-ounce sirloin steak, medium rare, side of mashed potatoes, please," Thomas said. Skye smiled.
"Make that two," she said.
*** Echo station, Glacius ***
In response to a request for air support, two wings of JX70A1 TIE Marauders lifted off and headed for the battle, shields and weapons hot.
*** New Romulus ***
The Klingon gave a gesture of approval and said, "Qapla'! It's about time others took up the fight against those honorless Targs!"
(Mary, I'll get Hood's response to Fayam next post. Don't have a lot of time to type this with a supercell storm over my head.)
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Definitely," Andrew said. "I can have you transferred to my ship - the Corps owes me a few favors."
"It'll be good to have a soldier we can count on," Luro agreed. "That being said, we need to set course for Dragon'taan - I got a lead on the ship that was present during the battle." He pulled up a 3D Hologram of one of the ships that had been present during the battle over Sangheilios.
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Luro looked to Blaine, Andrew and Zuko. "Any of you ever seen one of these?"
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
Ado frowned. "Followed? By whom?" he asked.
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Kyle was about to respond when he heard heavy boot steps and an unmistakable mechanical breathing, and he immediately paled as his hand went for one of his lightsabers.
"I had not expected to ever see you again, young one," an even more familiar mechanical voice told him. "After Order 66 came down, you just vanished. I did not think you would ever come back here." Standing near the table was a man most knew as Darth Vader, but was really now Anakin Skywalker once again; he still wore some of the mechanical apparatuses, but the helmet was replaced by a respirator similar to the one worn by Darth Malgus. His hair was growing again - though it was unclear how - and his blue eyes stared Kyle down.
*** Indari Manor ***
Mathayus frowned. "Spyra?" he repeated. "Oh... oh, right, Spyra... yeah, she's here; who are you?"
Anna shushed Raz and gently stroked her hand over his head and spine, like petting a cat. "Shhh... it's okay, we're safe..." she assured him.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The agent imitated a Vulcan and raised an eyebrow. "If the Tal Shiar were operating here, I'd be the last to know; I am merely a lab tech."
*** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"I just hope nothing's happened to--" Draco started, but stopped when he sensed something else in the Force.
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_Indari manor_
"My name is not important, the fate of my realm is more important than, personal details, may I please enter?" Cynder asked her voice and emotions full of fear, anxeity, and urgency.
_Amp's home._
Amps took a breath and did what Felicity had instructed, walking through the portal she ended up outside on the other side of the street and quickly made her way towards the Armory, clicking the portal gun to dissapate the portals
_20 miles from Echo Station_
the imperial numbers thinning the enemy Ties pushed their throttle to maximum, meanwhile back at the imperal base the gate opened to reveal two black armored AT-AT's on shooting it's hihg powered lasers at a Huntsmen (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Huntsman_(Nobori-nin)) medium mech. a loud zapping sound eminated from the energy shields of the mech
"That walker has 4 times the range of the normal ones my first shield layer is gone 48% on secondary layer primary layer is still full ,but my sheilds will not last another shot, from those walkers, I'm pulling back out of their range." The pilot of the medium mech said.
"This is Gslaxy commander Wolfe Kerensky, to all remaining DMC Forces, keep beyond 850 meters of those black walkers, try to take them out at range, faster mechs take them out from the flanks where they cannot return fire!" the highest ranking Mechwarrior said over the comm.
"Specture Cougar's power up, Star Colenel Tony, Kel reporting , turn off cloaking devices and engage those walkers from the rear and sides." another Mechwarrior said as 5 Shadow Cat (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Shadow_Cat) Mechs appeared behind the Black walkers, they had prepared an ambush.
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** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine shook his head, only having seen the ship during the previous battle. "There were tons of ships trying to blow us out of orbit. What makes this one special?" He asked, walking around the hologram. He'd never seen anything like it, with such a bold and almost obnoxious design compared to the UNSC's dull and subdued cruisers.
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*New Romulus*
Anna replied: "Well, I was drawn into this more or less accidentally. Usually I'm just doing cargo jobs. But when I switched weapons I decided I wanted to test them out- and instead we got to hack a database." Her copilot added: "Yeah, I never saw that coming. But it worked, so we'll take it."
*Outer Space*
The Leviathans inside the repaired ship thought they had the origin traced and were headed towards it. It would be a risk to enter Tal Shiar territory- but they could come back with some sweet info.
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((I'm gone at a trip with friends.. will respond when I get home tomorrow))
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*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie looked very concerned at Kyle and pushed one of her tails at his chest to get his attention and once she did, Gypsie smiled at Kyle with concern, she then turned to Anakin, "I've heard of your history... but that can wait for discussion another time... please.. we are trying to enjoy a meal...", Gypsie was trying to ease in the idea to Anakin that she wanted him to leave, but it wasn't anger... it was concern.
*** Indari Manor ***
Raz shuddered and pushed more into Anna, nuzzling her and not wanting to leave her side.
_Amp's home._
Shortly after the portal closed, Felicity guided Amps' hands to her belly in a cradling motion, and once this was done, Felicity started to form int Amps' arms, and once that was done and a tiny infant version of Felicity was curled in Amps' arms, Felicity looked up at her with a smile, "Keep running... Someone is staring...", soon after, Felicity passed out in Amps' arms.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna cradled Raz in her arms, shushing him and whispering to him, "Don't worry, sweetie - I'm not going anywhere."
Outside, Kyle pulled into the driveway and looked to Fawn. "That was a good meal. And a good game of bowling." He paused, then asked him, "You got a place to stay?"
Mathayus, standing in the doorway, hesitated, but nonetheless stepped aside to allow this dragoness in. "What's wrong?" he asked.
*** 20 miles from Echo Station ***
"Roger that - Groundbreaker volley incoming," a DMC Commander responded. Some ways away, a dozen Groundbreaker All-Terrain Artillery Advanced Kbots trained their long-range plasma cannons on these new AT-ATs and opened fire.
*** New Berlin ***
"Deal, but it's not the TA I need you to contact; in fact, I don't know if they'll talk to you directly unless you get the Imperial Alliance on your side first; they are the ones who need to know the TA has surfaced again. It was because of the TA that the UIA is what it is today; they were there when it was formed in the wake of the death of Emperor Palpatine. Our allies in the Imperial Alliance need to know their old friends have again surfaced," Hood explained as another UNSC Aide handed Fayam his bonus. "But more importantly, after you've had a good rest, we all need to know why they have surfaced now; from their vague appearances, our spooks in ONI have concluded that they try to remain hands-off in all major affairs - something has forced them to intervene, and I want to know what."
*** New Romulus ***
"There is honor in being humble and honest, Captain," the Klingon stated. "And not everyone can say they--"
"Excuse me, am I interrupting?" asked a calm voice. To Anna's right would be a Romulan, considerably aged, but with hair that showed signs of being recently dyed. Flanking him were two younger Romulan guards. "Captain Anna, I presume?"
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"That ship... is one of a fleet - the Eternal Fleet; an armada of identical, technologically-advanced warships that once brought the Galactic Republic and Sith Empire to their knees at the same time," Luro explained. "If our enemy has one of these ships, they may know where the others are. And we need to beat them to it. With an armada like that in enemy hands, a lot of damage can be done. Fortunately, thanks to our friend over here," Luro indicated Ambre, "We have a lead. We're heading for Dragon'taan to enlist the aid of DMC General Draco Bellator. Heard of him?"
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Looking into Gypsie's eyes, Kyle calmed, and his hand dropped away from his weapon.
"Is something wrong?" Anakin asked.
"Conjecture: I imagine Master's apprehension is because the last time you and he met, you were slaughtering everyone that had a lightsaber in the Jedi Temple here on Coruscant," Hector responded. Kyle looked into Gypsie's eyes, his own flushing purple.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
That made Raz quite content to hear that and his breathing calmed down.
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie death-stared at Hector before turning to Anakin, "Please... return another time... terribly sorry for my droid being so blunt... we're trying to fix that...", she was really urging the idea for Anakin to leave now.
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** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit **
"Most definitely. ONI keeps tabs on high ranking officials, even friendly." Blaine replied, crossing his arms.
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*New Berlin*
Fayam shrugged. "Then, why won't I find out? Oh, before I forget, there's something interesting I picked up when between the Innies. They're buddies with the Tal Shiar. And, if you find another changeling like Cerberus: you can kill them by evaporation. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'll be off."
*New Romulus*
Anna had never seen the figure before, but she knew it could only be one person. She replied: "Yes, I am. And if I'm not mistaken, you must be president D'Tan. My honest apologies for the sudden interruption earlier, but my homeworld was under siege and I couldn't just let it happen. Fortunately the assault has been succesfully stopped." Her copilot nodded in silence.
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*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
"I-I don't know who they are," Ray said quietly, "I've only seen them leave. T-There used to be twelve research ships...b-but they'd drop in from a travel type I've never seen!" Ray sat down, pulling his knees to his chest.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Again, what are the Tal Shair doing?" Shoon repeated.
---Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan---
"What happened?" Dawn asked, slightly panicked.
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_Indari Manor, Dragon'taann_
"Sorry i don't have time, the fate of my realm hangs by a thread of hope." Cynder said as she walked deeper into the mansion
_ Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, Tigaria _
"alright i'll be right back with those, Tigress want's her usual..." The server said leaving to get their meal cooked.
_Outside Amp's home, Dragon'taan_
"I know I'm already on my way there." Amps said quickening her pace
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake was sound asleep as events unfolded in his home. Mathayus followed Cynder, trying to ascertain why he felt so much fear in this dragoness. Kyle continued to wait for Fawn's answer to his question.
*** Amps' home, Dragon'taan ***
The Tal Shiar agent had since gained access to Amps' home, trying to figure out just where she had gone, not thinking to consult his tricorder.
*** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"I... sense another disturbance in the Force, but... different... I think someone seeks to join our mission," Draco explained. "However, I... cannot get an image of who." He stopped shuddering, then snapped back to his usual self. "Scourge, keep hailing Lana. Dawn, if you know any tricks that might help us get to her, help out Scourge. I'm going to try to ascertain just who it is I'm sensing wants to aid us."
"You're gonna want my help on that one, master," Kira said, following after Draco.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm not sure what you want me to tell you," the Romulan said, his voice starting to lose that emotionless Vulcan accent. "Are you accusing me of being Tal Shiar?"
*** Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, Tigaria ***
"So... any plan on how we're gonna get out of here without being spotted by our Tal Shiar friends waiting outside?" Thomas asked.
"We could transport to a ship in orbit - do either of you have one there?" Skye suggested.
"Not me," Thomas sighed. "Mine is in maintenance at Dragon'taan."
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Steady, son - we'll get you safely to your destination," Ado assured Ray. "If you are being threatened, we'll call for an escort. Few ships in this region dare challenge a Sangheili Warship."
*** New Berlin ***
Hood frowned. "The Tal Shiar are working with the Insurrectionists? Odd... Regardless, get this information directly to Master Skywalker - Anakin or Luke - or Chancellor Mon Mothma, whoever you happen to bump into first. We'll look into the Tal Shiar, and if we come across anything major, we'll come find you. Speaking of which... where can we find you if we need you again?"
*** Romulan Embassy, New Romulus ***
"I should hope so," D'Tan replied. "It's never easy losing a home world... few ever recover from such a tragedy. I would know. Regardless, please - follow me, we can speak on the way to my office." He indicated the others with Anna. "Friends of yours, I take it?"
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
"No need to apologize for your droid. And I do not wish to make your friend uncomfortable. But I would suggest he set his mind at ease at the Jedi Temple - much has changed since he was last here," Anakin suggested before looking between Kyle and Gypsie one last time, then walking out of the restaurant. It was all Kyle could do to keep from breaking down in tears, his eyes deep purple as they watered.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Then you know that he has a rather... distinguished service record, both before, during, and after the Marauder War," Luro said. "Regardless, according to Ambre, General Bellator has had prior ties to the Eternal Fleet. What those ties are, we will soon find out. I would advise getting back to your ship, setting course for Dragon'taan. Any questions?"
(Blaine, would you like me to PM you a picture of General Bellator?)
*** Outer Space ***
Two D'Derridex-class Romulan Warbirds de-cloaked near the Leviathans' ship, neither one with shields or weapons powered, but the Warbird to starboard hailing the ship to see what kind of response it would get.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz seemed to be unsettled still as he could loosely sense Cynder, and incidentally, this was making him unruly and accidentally bite Anna, and once he realized this, he recoiled and backed away from Anna, making a noise in a way to being very sorry, keeping his head buried in the mattress.
*** Outside Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn had spaced out for a moment before shaking his head, "Sorry... thinking about something...", it took a moment for him to realize what he was being asked, "Uh... No... I don't have anywhere to stay... Would I be able to stay here? I would really like to keep tabs on that dragon child...", something was distracting him as he spoke.
_Outside Amp's home, Dragon'taan_
Felicity breathed more slowly, her glow becoming more dull, but Felicity was relatively still fine, she just idly did this to take the focus off them, but she was also accidentally dangerously exporting electricity that could be hurtful to her, and unless Amps could tell this, it would go unnoticed.
** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie watched as Anakin walked away, turning her head to look at Kyle and pushing Hector aside to get to Kyle. Gypsie went up close to Kyle, picking up a bit of food and putting a squishy bead in the food and pushing it against Kyle's lips to calm his nerves, "Shshshh... It's alright... just eat this, alright?", she said rubbing his back, her hand under his shirt.
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** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit **
"Not that I can think of. See you on Dragon'taan, Luro." Blaine said before walking over to the closest trash receptacle. He took off his BDU shirt and looked down at his tags for a moment, before quickly stuffing it in. "You two coming?" Blaine asked Andrew and Zuko before adding, "I want to see my new armor before we get planetside."
((Yeah, go for it.))
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*New Berlin*
Fayam scratched his nose. "Ok. I'll get this to them. And where you can find me... Changes. But since I'm not having a target right now, I'll probably drop by an outpost after I sent the message to check on new ones."
*New Romulus*
Anna looked at her copilot. She responded: "This is my copilot. Since I couldn've done the infiltration without him, he should come along. And the rest of the group... Well, they happened to recognised me, so they decided to start a talk."
*Outer Space*
The Leviathans inside were not sure how to respond. They answered it: "What do you want?"
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_Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
as Cynder wandered the halls , Spyra who was asleep by now began to twitch her dreams turning into dark nightmares.
_Deep Jungle Bar&Grille_
"Back door." Tigress muttered.
_Dragon'taan Draco city 5 miles from Amp's home_
Using her own eletricity to 'stimulate' her own muscles, Amps had made a good distance from her home, noticing something odd about Felicity. "Are you alright?" She asked the small dragon slowing her pace still headed for the Armory.
_ 20 miles from echo station, Glacius._
2 more black AT-AT walkers and some heavily armed AT-St's came out of the imperial base.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"What are the Tal Shair doing?" Shoon repeated, he had all the time in the world and he wasn't going to let any info slip.
---Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan---
"Not from here, no" Dawn paused for a moment and started to pace around "But, if we can get the reent trail of our target I can get tracking from there".
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*** Dragon'taan, Draco City, 5 miles from Amps' home ***
Felicity was unresponsive, her level of glow still very dull, but something was still wrong with her.
Unknown to Amps, Felicity was suffering from the portals, it having been too much for her, and thus it had damaged her electrical resivoir within her, as there were small patches under her fur where the nanobots had parted, but because of how much electricity there was coming from Felicity now, it was barely noticeable to discover these leaking holes, especially if Amps is used to low levels of electricity.
The holes are ever shifting, but are still in areas where her fur is extra thick.
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*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The agent sighed, clearly seeing Shoon wasn't going to give up. "Off the record?" he asked, dropping the Vulcan accent.
*** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"That is unlikely, but it does give me an idea..." Scourge said, setting to work. "Lana Beniko pilots a specific type of ship - one with a cloaking device. Remember the shuttle she snagged from Draco after the Eternal Empire Fell? The one Draco just let her keep?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"If it's Spyra you're looking for, she's in there," Mathayus told Cynder, pointing to a room on the second floor.
Outside, Kyle chuckled at Fawn. "I was gonna let you stay for that child, regardless," he told him. "But don't be surprised if you find that child cradled in my wife's arms; she has a way with little ones like that. Like my daughter." Kyle chuckled at the mentioning of his daughter. "She's soon to start school... god help us."
*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
Andrew and Zuko headed out with Blaine, Andrew lightly elbowing Blaine's side. "Since you're one of us, now, maybe you'd like an energy shield with your armor," he muttered to him as they headed for the shuttle bay.
*** 20 miles from Echo Station, Glacius ***
"All DMC Forces, alert! Enemy reinforcements moving in!" One of the TIE Marauder Pilots announced on the radio.
(Mind if I bring in some mechs of my own?)
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Kyle reluctantly ate the food Gypsie gave him, gradually calming him down. "Query: What exactly are you giving him, master?" Hector asked.
*** New Berlin ***
"Understood. Contact us when you're ready, then. You know how to reach me," Hood said. "The UNSC thanks you for your aid in this matter."
*** New Romulus ***
"I see... very well," D'Tan said. He started down the hall. "I imagine you know by now that the Romulan Republic is frequently at odds with the Tal Shiar. The name Admiral Arai ring any bells?"
*** Outer Space ***
"Unidentified vessel, this is the IRW Imperator; please state your business in this region," the starboard Warbird requested in a rather gruff tone.
*** Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, Tigaria ***
Thomas and Skye both looked off toward what they thought was the back door. "Well, yeah, but don't you think the Tal Shiar would have agents on that route?" Skye asked quietly.
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** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit **
"I think that blast to the back sold me on one," Blaine replied, brushing his undershirt off. He felt invigorated, being back in the Corps. Even as they reached a scanning area, his ID appeared with his original UNSC card. Staff Sergeant Blaine Everson, UNSC ODST. The excitement was clear on his face.
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*New Berlin*
Fayam grinned widely. "You DO know I do it for the money, don't you? But then again, if I can do so by helping you it's win-win. Anyhow, I'll be off." He ran away to the spaceport, carrying the money.
*New Romulus*
Anna and her copilot thought about that while following D'Tan. Eventually, Anna replied: "Sorry, no. Can't say it does."
*Outer Space*
The Leviathans knew this might get harder than they anticipated. After a short discussion they answered: "We're just visiting- we don't mean any trouble."
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*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray nodded. "O-Okay..."
*Sangheilios Surface*
The small telepad the raccoons had set up finally fired up, and a few dozen purple raccoons shuffled out. They wore protective masks, in case the atmosphere was unbreathable. Their clothes were worn, barely more than rags. The pad then shut down, and the four guards opened fire on the telepad, destroying the device. The refugees began to shuffle out of the cave they had set up in, and out into the area around it.
"Is this new home?" Some of the raccoons asked. "Are we alone?"
One guard nodded. "Yes. We are free from our oppressors. We can start anew."
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn started for the front door with Kyle, chuckling, "She'll be quite fine, Kyle! And thank you for letting me stay he-... was the door already open?" Fawn said, seeing slight talon scratches on the front step of the manor. Fawn opened the door slowly, his hand hovering over an item in his pocket, looking inside for any movement.
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie kept feeding Kyle the drugged food, "It's a home-remedy for nervous hands... much much safer than morphine, all without the addiction... It's made of a mango, a dash of paprika... and a bit of rattlesnake venom... but the venom is diluted... so it is safe... and it's only a eyedrop of the stuff anyway... an overdose can send someone into a psychedelic fit... that was a fun night...", she chuckled and looked at Hector, "Also... sorry about the recreation quarters...", back on the ship, a really comfy couch was all scratched up due to Gypsie's experiment on herself.
Gypsie then took a piece from her own plate, it being a normal piece of meat, feeding it to Kyle, "How do you feel now... better?"
*** Na Pali, enroute to LMC Arena on Geidi IV ***
Angel's pod occassionally beeped with her heart rate, letting the guards and medics know her condition within the pod.
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__ Indari Manor Dragon'taan__
Cynder nodded in responce and rose her front leg to knock on the door to Spyra's room.
Outside a young Wolf ran up the courtyard towards Kyle "GENRAL HIGH GENERAL!!" he shouted panting as he stopped 5 foot from Kyle.
Spyra at first stirred ,but didn't wake
- 30 miles from Amp's home, Dragon'taan__
Amps continued to head towards the armory hopeing Felicity would get better she tried to feed her some of her eletricity.
- Deep Jungle Bar&Grille -
"it's an employee only exit ,but with my 'status'" Tigress sighed. "We can go out it." the white she-tiger explained.
- Imperial Base, Glacius. -
"EJECTING!!" said a pilot as his mech went down. due to fire the imperial had unusually powerfule weapons on the reinforcements.
"Star Captain to Echo station track all ejection pods and get a retrival rig out here ASAP"
The battle continued to wage though for now it seemed to be steering towards a stalemate thought the DMC forces still held the upper hand, the new reinforcements from the imperial base were starting to wither away slowly at the less numerous DMC Forces.
the 5 shadow cats attempting to all jump ontop of one of the black AT-AT walkers two getting shot mid jump out of the air falling to the ground front first, having to get back up.
"Shields report heavy damage armor only took damage from the fall!" Said one of the shadowcat pilots as he forced his mech back on it's feet, hitting the MASC system to get away from the other walkers swarming away ,but he was able to cover his ally long enough for him to get his mech up and away smashing a couple of the smaller Imperail walkers with their Guass rifles...
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*Deep Space*
A very sleek, arrowhead shaped capital ship warped in via hyper lane, on an intercept course for the Ardent. Onboard, a host of various species worked at control stations, guiding the craft towards Sangheilios. It broadcasted no identification, and bore one of the many marks bestowed upon pirates.
*Sangheilios Surface*
The refugees began construction of a simple slum, something to keep themselves from the weather. The ragged looking raccoons kept quiet for the most part, some cried for ones lost or left behind. Others laughed and danced in victory for escaping the brutal rule of Great Leader.
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*** New Romulus ***
"Admiral Arai is the current leader of the Tal Shiar," D'Tan explained. "How she's still alive after all these years is something we're looking into. However, recent intelligence suggests she has set her sights on you - either because of your operations that hampered the Tal Shiar, or because she believes you could be useful to her. The latter is a recent possibility, considering the rumor we have begun to hear across the galaxy."
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
The Ardent called for a battle group, and it arrived quickly, consisting of a CAS-class Assault Carrier, three CPV Destroyers, and six CCS Battlecruisers.
(Ray, what kind of ship is on approach, and what does it look like? Can you provide an image link?)
*** Sangheilios Surface ***
Some time after the refugees' arrival, a group of Sangheili troops arrived at the outskirts of the refugees' town, escorted by M808A3 "Scorpion Mk III" Battle Tanks. They gave no hostile gesture, the Crimson-armored Sangheili calling out to the refugees, "I seek the one in charge of this town. Please, step forward - we wish you no harm."
*** Imperial Base, Glacius ***
"DMC Forces, this is Nova Star, moving to engage - Desolator and Devastator Stars, move in on the flanks," came an unfamiliar voice. Nova Star - consisting of five Marauder II mechs, suddenly appeared from nowhere - as though they had cloaking devices - and engaged the Imperial Forces, all five firing spinal-mounted Kadgeron Mass Drivers at the Imperial Walkers. Desolator Star, comprised of Mad Cat Mk II mechs, moved in on the left flank, while Devestator Star - consisting of Daishi mechs - moved in on the right flank. They all fired on the Imperial forces, targeting the walkers.
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Kyle nodded wordlessly, calming, then speaking, "I was afraid we'd come to blows... thank you for keeping that from happening, Gypsie."
*** Deep Jungle Bar&Grille ***
"Fair enough," Thomas sighed. He looked about, then asked, "Where'd our waiter go...?"
"Yeah, I'm starting to get hungry..." Skye giggled.
*** Indari Manor Dragon'taan ***
"Steady, son - catch your breath," Kyle told the wolf. "What's wrong?"
*** Cruiser Na Pali, enroute to LMC Arena on Geidi IV ***
The medics and crew of the Na Pali continued to monitor Angel's condition, not wanting their "prize" to be damaged.
(Want to play out Angel's Revival, Raz?)
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__ Indari Manor Dragon'taan__
Fawn jumped as he heard the sudden voice, quickly turning around and bending down to the young wolf's level, a couple feet from him "Hello there.... are you lost?"
- 30 miles from Amp's home, Dragon'taan_
Felicity groaned and pressed against Amps for a moment when she tried to feed her some electricity, and for a second, a bolt of electricity shot out of Felicity, she had enough strength left to say almost at a loud whisper, "S-stop!"
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie rubbed his back, "It's alright... Now... we can wait until tomorrow to go to the temple, or would you like to rip that bandage off now?"
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((I'll have to hunt down a picture for ya, Rom. Might take me a bit. If it suffices, I can provide a detailed description.))
*Sangheilios Surface*
Most of the refugees had hidden in their ramshackle homes as the tanks approached. The guards approached the Sangheili soldiers with their guns drawn. One guard, the most decorated of the group, spoke out, obviously terrified. "W-We are a f-free people n-now! T-Tell your leaders w-we will not b-bow to anyone!"
*Armored Cruiser ~Ardent~*
Ray peered out at the ships. "I-I hope it's enough..."
*Deep Space*
The pirate craft crept along slowly, long-range scanners had already marked the Ardent. It continued along in a silent running mode.
*~Cobalt Eternity (the pirate craft), command deck*
Captain Ardos McErrin sat slumped in his chair, overseeing the craft's crew. He idly checked the ship's magazine, memorizing the counts.
'47 small-yield nuclear missiles'
'12 high-yield nuclear Siege missiles'
'12000 plasma-rail charges'
'1 `Sayonara’ class neutron suicide charge'
Ardos chuckled quietly to himself. "Those purple freaks are mine..."
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** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine stepped into the transport shuttle, taking a seat. He sat silently and used his CNI to check on some intel he still had stored from Naval Intelligence.
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*** USLV Assured Victory, Sangheilios Orbit ***
As soon as Zuko and Andrew were seated, the shuttle cabin was pressurized, and the craft lifted off and headed back to the UNSC Allegiance. En route, Andrew spoke to Blaine: "Blaine... What do you know of General Bellator?"
*** Sangheilios' Surface ***
The Crimson-Armored Sangheili looked at the guard who'd spoken. "We're not asking you to bow to us; we merely want to know what brings you here - and given your response, what you seem to be fleeing from. If there is any way we can help, we can speak with Kaidon 'Vadam on the matter. But you should know - you stand on the soil of the Sangheili Home World. We are willing to share, but we must know more about you." He looked back at the tanks. "The tanks... they're just a security precaution. We didn't know whether or not you were hostile."
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
"No... I have to see it," Kyle stubbornly said. "It's been more than thirty years since I last saw it... I have to see it... one last time, before we get going again."
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(Could it be you forgot the Leviathans?)
*New Romulus*
Anna stroked her chin. Her copilot spoke: "I don't think Arai's to expect any co-operation from Anna. She's been making big plans recently, and those are clearly to stand up against the Tal Shiar..." His voice trailed off. Then snapped his fingers. "But, this does explain what happened before we were sent here! Another ship claimed to be from you. But if Anna had followed it, she would've likely become an involuntary recruit of the Tal Shiar."
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(DAMMIT knew I was forgetting something! Sorry!)
*** New Romulus ***
"That does not surprise me," D'Tan sighed. "Ever since the Hobus Disaster, the Tal Shiar have been indoctrinating anyone they think can help them rebuild the Romulan Star Empire in the image of it's former glory." He rounded a corner and then another going into his office. "Now, I don't know if you've heard, but there are rumors circulating of a war brewing. I intent to urge the Romulan Republic to aid the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps and their allies in this conflict, but before I do that, I need to ensure there are no loose ends when the time comes. Think you're up for some mercenary work?"
*** Outer Space ***
"Visiting in Romulan Imperial space?" the Warbird Commander scoffed. "Unlikely. We're not morons - who visits the space of a foreign empire in a warship?"
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*** New Romulus ***
"Admiral Arai is the current leader of the Tal Shiar," D'Tan explained. "How she's still alive after all these years is something we're looking into. However, recent intelligence suggests she has set her sights on you - either because of your operations that hampered the Tal Shiar, or because she believes you could be useful to her. The latter is a recent possibility, considering the rumor we have begun to hear across the galaxy."
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
The Ardent called for a battle group, and it arrived quickly, consisting of a CAS-class Assault Carrier, three CPV Destroyers, and six CCS Battlecruisers.
(Ray, what kind of ship is on approach, and what does it look like? Can you provide an image link?)
*** Sangheilios Surface ***
Some time after the refugees' arrival, a group of Sangheili troops arrived at the outskirts of the refugees' town, escorted by M808A3 "Scorpion Mk III" Battle Tanks. They gave no hostile gesture, the Crimson-armored Sangheili calling out to the refugees, "I seek the one in charge of this town. Please, step forward - we wish you no harm."
*** Imperial Base, Glacius ***
"DMC Forces, this is Nova Star, moving to engage - Desolator and Devastator Stars, move in on the flanks," came an unfamiliar voice. Nova Star - consisting of five Marauder II mechs, suddenly appeared from nowhere - as though they had cloaking devices - and engaged the Imperial Forces, all five firing spinal-mounted Kadgeron Mass Drivers at the Imperial Walkers. Desolator Star, comprised of Mad Cat Mk II mechs, moved in on the left flank, while Devestator Star - consisting of Daishi mechs - moved in on the right flank. They all fired on the Imperial forces, targeting the walkers.
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Kyle nodded wordlessly, calming, then speaking, "I was afraid we'd come to blows... thank you for keeping that from happening, Gypsie."
*** Deep Jungle Bar&Grille ***
"Fair enough," Thomas sighed. He looked about, then asked, "Where'd our waiter go...?"
"Yeah, I'm starting to get hungry..." Skye giggled.
*** Indari Manor Dragon'taan ***
"Steady, son - catch your breath," Kyle told the wolf. "What's wrong?"
*** Cruiser Na Pali, enroute to LMC Arena on Geidi IV ***
The medics and crew of the Na Pali continued to monitor Angel's condition, not wanting their "prize" to be damaged.
(Want to play out Angel's Revival, Raz?)
_ Deep Jungle BAr&Grille, Tigaria_
"You talking about me?" The server asked a tray full of their food, the large tiger begining to hand it out.
_Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
The young wolf huffed catching his breath "I have an emergency message from, Glacius, Sir. An imperial base has been spotted on the planet, forces are engaging it now ,but they've run into a little trouble."
Cynder knocked on the door to Spyra's room.
Spyra was still asleep stuck in a nightmare about her Brother Spyro....
_ En route to the armory, Dragon'taan_
Amps stopped feeding Felcity eletricity and fed more of it into her muscles using it to push her running speed faster.
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** En route to UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
"He heads up Dragon'taans' army, at least the ground forces." Blaine replied, tying the laces on one of his boots.
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*Sangheilios Surface, Refugee slum*
The guard holstered his rifle, and sighed. "S-Sorry. We aren't used to peaceful negotiation. We seek refuge from the horrors of our homeworld, and the terrible rule of Great Leader." He looked back at the camp. "We don't have anything to give. But...b-but we will work."
*Sangheilios Star System*
Captain Ardos watched the scanner screens religiously, keeping an eye on the large group of Sangheili warships prepping to mobilize.
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(Don't worry too much, Romulan... You must keep track of quite some storylines, after all.)
*New Romulus*
Anna listened carefully before answering: "Hm... I'm not so shabby on merc jobs, honestly. I'd say 'why don't you ask the famous bounty hunter Fayam Aerial', but if the reward is less than a mille there's no way it attracts him. But I guess we could accept it." Her copilot jumped in: "Our gunslinger would love to do such a job. He excels at sniping. Honestly, I never met a man more stealthy and sneaky. Even in daily life he makes sure he doesn't draw attention."
*Outer Space*
The Leviathans' trick was easily foiled. Quickly, they brewed up a new plan. This plan would be dangerous, they knew that. But it could be well worth the risk. They answered: "Ok, we're not just sightseeing. We were planning to visit the Tal Shiar. And we especially wanted to talk to their leader, despite we know little of them."
*New Berlin*
Fayam had reached the spaceport and effortlessly found his ship back. He put the money in the small backroom and put out a contact to say he was leaving.
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*** Approaching UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"That's correct insofar as it goes," Andrew stated.
"General Bellator was once a Battlemaster in the Jedi Order - he and his forces stumbled through a Temporal Anomaly and ended up over Dragon'taan," Zuko explained. "His forces aided the DMC in the Marauder War, and General Bellator's unique talents in the Force caught the attention of High General Indari, eventually landing him a place among his High Command Staff."
"But Draco wasn't the only one who stumbled through that anomaly; two years later, two rogue former-sith came through before the anomaly vanished - two figures that aided General Bellator - and knew him - in quelling a threat by, and turning into an ally, the Interstellar Concordium: The two Generals known as General Vokun Suleyk and General K'torr," Andrew continued.
*** Sangheilios Surface, Refugee slum ***
"We're not asking you to work," the red-armored Sangheili told the guard. "We know well how it is to start anew. We may be a warrior race, but that does not make us despotic. In fact, if you wish, we can speak to Kaidon 'Vadam about placing you under our protective wing. We did so once before, for the UNSC as it recovered from the war with the Covenant."
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent,Sangheilios Star System ***
"Mister Ardos," Ado called for Ardos' attention. "What world specifically are you headed for?" Outside, the Sangheili Battle Group was formed around the Ardent.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle crossed his arms. "A little trouble? Explain," he requested. Looking back at Fawn, he told him, "Feel free to head inside. If Mathayus is awake, he can direct you to one of our currently-vacant rooms."
*** Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, Tigaria ***
"Speak of the server, and they shall arrive," Thomas chuckled.
As the food was served, Skye asked Tigress, "Why are the Tal Shiar after you two? You foil one of their ops or something?"
*** Outer Space ***
"Our leader?" the warbird commander chuckled. "So, you wish to speak to Lord Torrentus? We can... accommodate that. Follow us, we'll take you to her."
*** New Berlin ***
The Orbital Traffic Controller of New Berlin signaled Fayam was clear to depart, and passed along a congratulations for his accomplishments.
*** New Romulus ***
"I see," D'Tan said. "Well, payment for the jobs is open to negotiation, but one such loose end I refer to is a group known to us only as The Brotherhood. Have you heard of them?"
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_Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, TIgaria_
"Likely, also I'm heir to the throne here." Tigress noted.
_Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
"yes sir, here are the details." The Young wolf said handing Kyle a Holopad.
__ Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan__
Amps entered the Armory and headed for the quarantine cell she had found Felicity in.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn stood up, "Are you sure?... I have until morning to tend to the dragon and check on him... so as long as we stay on the planet, I can help you, Kyle...", he said, fiddling with a small object.
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie kept rubbing his back, "Alright... but you must finish eating... you'll need the strength.", she put another piece of food on his fork and put the fork in his hand before going back to her own seat to continue to eat her food.
__ Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan__
Felicity looked around, dazed, as she was run into the building, looking up at Amps, "Where... where are we?...", her voice sounded really weak now, but she still had power within herself, sustaining her body with some static coming from Amps
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((Could I join?))
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(I don't see why not. This RP is meant for all to enjoy.)
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((Rom? Did you mean to call out Captain Ardos?))
**Sangheilios Surface, refugee camp**
The soldiers, after whispering quietly between each other, nodded in agreement. Then the designated leader spoke. "We would be relieved and grateful for any assistance your leaders are willing to give." His beaming smile faded slowly, as he spoke. "Our kind...those that break away from Great Leader...we are hunted by a horrible, viscous madman. He is given full pardon and immunity by Great Leader, so that he may 'reclaim' us. This madman is a notorious pirate named Ardos." He loosed up at the Sangheili, obviously wracked with fear. "Please do not let this monster take us."
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*New Berlin*
Fayam shot the Blowfish away into the sky, on to his favourite bank.
*New Romulus*
"No, never," replied Anna and her copilot simultaneously.
*Outer space*
The Leviathans followed the two warships, planning to take that lord Torrentus down. Regardless of how. But it'd be best, they realised, if they killed him on the spot. Taking him with them for a later kill would be too dangerous.
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- Glacius, Orbit _
A Leopard dropship (http://i.imgur.com/1MXjNWJ.gif) appeared out of subspace in orbit of the planet, metal a blue steel like color, red and blue highlights finished out the seemingly non-existent paint job, the Blue and white logo (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/61/b1/da/61b1da9540e756e5ca82232fe61f197e.jpg) imposed over an NCC logo, designated the ship as belonging to an elite Star (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Star_(Formation)) of battlemechs, the name on the side read 'NCDs KistuneVolk'
On board the 'KVolk' an armored silver vixen looked at a holomonitor, image reflecting off the silver T-shaped Visor of her clone trooper style helmet. "Looks like we got our work cut our for us." the silver vixen said to her 'starmates' "These imperials have shown no regard for honor, so we shall return the favor, while assisting our own allies in this operation, General Indari wants this cleaned up fast. As this could be a pre-lude to further invasions in DMC and other space.
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((Rom? Did you mean to call out Captain Ardos?))
**Sangheilios Surface, refugee camp**
The soldiers, after whispering quietly between each other, nodded in agreement. Then the designated leader spoke. "We would be relieved and grateful for any assistance your leaders are willing to give." His beaming smile faded slowly, as he spoke. "Our kind...those that break away from Great Leader...we are hunted by a horrible, viscous madman. He is given full pardon and immunity by Great Leader, so that he may 'reclaim' us. This madman is a notorious pirate named Ardos." He loosed up at the Sangheili, obviously wracked with fear. "Please do not let this monster take us."
(Sorry. Meant to call on the person with Ado aboard the Ardent.)
*** Sangheilios Surface, refugee camp ***
"I see," the Sangheili Major said. "This will warrant Kaidon 'Vadam's attention - but to be honest, we, as well, are under fire from other matters. If I am authorized, I will personally oversee security here. That being said, you can expect to see Sangheili personnel and vehicles heading this way in the next few days. If we need to, we can call in additional support from the local UNSC Garrison here."
*** New Romulus ***
"Then you're fortunate; the Brotherhood is a clandestine military group with a lineage that traces back to the Russian KGB and Spetsnaz Commandos of 21st-century Earth, in UNSC Space," D'Tan explained. "We don't know how they ended up in Romulan Space, but they've been giving our convoys - military and civilian - no end of trouble. To make matters worse, they've also stolen military-grade weapons and starships - mostly the older models like the T'Liss and T'Varo warbirds. They're just a band of raiders, as far as I'm concerned, so deal with them appropriately. Any questions?"
*** Outer Space, En Route to Unspecified Location ***
The two D'Derridex Warbirds continued leading the Leviathans' ship to an unspecified location, carefully navigating through a series of nebulae and asteroid fields, all giving off strange readings and preventing any form of long-range communication. It would seem almost as if the Romulans were leading them into a trap, but neither ship showed any signs of being prepared to raise shields or power weapons at a moment's notice.
*** Glacius, Orbit ***
"If the op is as dire as you imply," said a Mandalorian Snow Leopard, "You're gonna need air support and ground support."
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Kyle continued eating, and Hector chose the worst comment: "Amused observation: Master, I believe you and master Vasily would make an adorable couple." Kyle didn't make any comment, hiding his red-flushing face.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, we're not exactly going anywhere, Fawn," Kyle said, still waiting for the Wolf to explain the situation. "I'm on shore leave. If anything, I'll have General K'torr handle this."
*** Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, Tigaria ***
Skye frowned. "But... Thomas said you were Chief Quartermaster of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps, on Dragon'taan... aren't you?"
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*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gyspie slurped a large string of gristle into her mouth, chewing it, and directing to Hector, "Who's that?", she then looked at Kyle, snickering, "A crush, maybe? ", she then scootched next to Kyle and gave him a half-hug, looking at Hector as she grabbed Kyle's chin and brought it up so they both looked at Hector, with Gypsie making Kyle make a kissy face, and she did the same to herself, trying to hold back a chuckle, "Hector! Clearly we would~", she then wrapped her tails around to rest them on Kyle's lap, letting go of his chin, "But really, that's a bit personal, eh, Hector?", her arm was still around Kyle's shoulders and her tails rested on Kyle's lap.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"It's alright, Kyle. If you need a battle-medic, I'll come along without... well... with minimal questioning, but if you are going anywhere, I'll follow if requested."
*** Cruiser Na Pali, Approaching Geidi IV ***
The crew of the ship, along with some 'ancient tomes' called 'Paper books' on primitive Cryo-Pods, they were able to successfully thaw the girl inside. Once Angel was thawed out of the pod, the captain ordered the girl to be brought to a holding cell.
The captain of this ship originally wanted to keep her in a holding cell and not feed her, but when he met with her, something changed in him when he first met Angel, as though his stone heart started beating every few minutes, so as a result, he told them to feed her minimally, but pay no mind to her.
After Angel was secured, the captain radioed in to their destination, ETA 20 minutes, that their 'prize' was alive and ready for immediate transport upon landing.
Back with Angel, she was balled up in the corner of her cell, scared for her life as she had just woken up into a place that she felt wasn't safe. The people who brought her food would yell at her to grab her food, but she couldn't understand anything they were saying. So as a result, they would throw the food at her, and luckily the food was mostly bread and a mushy apple. She was scraping by with her limited knowledge... barely.
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_Glacuis Orbit, NCDs UnyeidlingKistuneVolk_
"Already thought of that, but you welcome to join the Sulla's." Nari replied
-Tigress Armory Dragon'taan_
"this is where i found you." Amps replied setting the dragon down.
_Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, Tigaria_
"We'll be heading back to Dragon'taan when we leave, is that okay with you?" Tigres asked finishing part of her meal, starting on the Fries.
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-Tigress Armory Dragon'taan_
Felicity stumbled out of Amps' arms, trying to stand for a moment, but quickly falling back down, she noticed how much this hurt as opposed to other times, so she just stayed on the ground, "But why?... That thing is only scrap... what use could it.... be?"
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-Tigress Armory Dragon'taan_
Felicity stumbled out of Amps' arms, trying to stand for a moment, but quickly falling back down, she noticed how much this hurt as opposed to other times, so she just stayed on the ground, "But why?... That thing is only scrap... what use could it.... be?"
"It was your idea to come back here , not mine." Amps replied.
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-Tigress Armory Dragon'taan_
Felicity stumbled out of Amps' arms, trying to stand for a moment, but quickly falling back down, she noticed how much this hurt as opposed to other times, so she just stayed on the ground, "But why?... That thing is only scrap... what use could it.... be?"
"It was your idea to come back here , not mine." Amps replied.
Felicity perked up for a moment, remembering what she had said, "Sorry... I-If they haven't gutted the ship's core yet, take me there... I can repair myself there... but I do need you to get something that can extract me and all the data in the ship's core... a memory drive would do it... but...", she gave a pained sigh, "Ow... But I'll be trapped in the memory device until I am plugged into something... also, that's the only way I know of to be repaired... so an expert engineer would be good... but get someone you trust...", she then gave a strained chuckle, "A-after you bring me to the ship's core and hook it up to the building's power supply... a simple extension cord would work... but don't use yourself as this... as this may take really long and literally drain you... plus the core is semi-radioactive..."
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** Approaching UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine nodded, taking a drag from his cigarette. He tapped his boot on the floor, his hand matching the rhythm on his knee. "So we think he may know something about this Eternal Fleet?" Blaine asked.
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*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray bit his lip in thought, before speaking. "Uhh... I think the planet Reach? Whoever is gonna want military data."
*Refugee camp*
The guards nodded in unison, before the leader spoke again. "I would put all orbital and extra-orbital defenses on high alert. Ardos is certainly on his way, and the Great Navy will be mobilizing when Great Leader sees we're gone."
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-Tigress Armory Dragon'taan_
Felicity stumbled out of Amps' arms, trying to stand for a moment, but quickly falling back down, she noticed how much this hurt as opposed to other times, so she just stayed on the ground, "But why?... That thing is only scrap... what use could it.... be?"
"It was your idea to come back here , not mine." Amps replied.
Felicity perked up for a moment, remembering what she had said, "Sorry... I-If they haven't gutted the ship's core yet, take me there... I can repair myself there... but I do need you to get something that can extract me and all the data in the ship's core... a memory drive would do it... but...", she gave a pained sigh, "Ow... But I'll be trapped in the memory device until I am plugged into something... also, that's the only way I know of to be repaired... so an expert engineer would be good... but get someone you trust...", she then gave a strained chuckle, "A-after you bring me to the ship's core and hook it up to the building's power supply... a simple extension cord would work... but don't use yourself as this... as this may take really long and literally drain you... plus the core is semi-radioactive..."
_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
Amps held up a sort of USb drive "will this work?" Amps asked scooping up Felicity as she headed to the core of the ship. "Tigress the QUater master and head engineer is out, things have gone a bit slow in here , plus they hadn't planned to even look at this ship for another week."
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Shoon smiled "What record?".
---Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan---
"I see where you're going with that" Dawn stopped pacing "But they entire point of a cloaked ship is the cloaking no?"
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_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
Felicity nodded, "That will work for now, but you may need something... unf... bigger.", she gripped her side as a small bolt shot out, "J-just hurry... up... g-get me to the core... and run and get someone you trust. Fake a message if you have to!...".
As they entered the core room of the scrapped ship, Felicity pointed to a black box on the wall, "That's the core data pool... j-just tear off the front panel and.... owww... and I can do the rest.". Felicity then reminded Amps, "I'll need that engineer eventually... I hate being confined..."
_Tigress Armory, Security Room, Dragon'taan_
The lowly security man sat in his chair, the security room door ajar, with nothing but his snores filling the empty hallway.
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*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
"Amused Reply: Ask master Vasily, I am known for speaking my mind with the softness of a hammer," Hector replied, "In fact, master Vasily finds that quite amusing."
Kyle didn't say anything, his face flushed red.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I appreciate the offer, but I promised Anna I would stay on Shore Leave until its conclusion," Kyle told Fawn as he started to walk inside.
*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"Hold it right there," came a voice from nearby - the source being a Romulan, dressed in Republic Garb, pointing a disruptor carbine at them. "Hand over the little one, and walk away," the Romulan said.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Let's just say, since the defeat of the Iconians, the Tal Shiar has had operatives in place across multiple factions in this galaxy; the DMC is one of them. We have agents embedded in several departments - I was in charge of gathering data on experimental tech being developed by the DMC in these labs."
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
"Very well," Ado stated. He turned to his crew. "You heard him - set course for Reach, engage Slipspace Jump Drive."
(Do we want our pirate captain to intercept? PM me with the idea)
*** Refugee Camp, Sangheilios ***
"They're already on high alert given how we were recently attacked by an unidentified faction," the Major replied. "I will nonetheless alert Kaidon 'Vadam of the situation. The tanks will stay for your protection." He started for the waiting drop ship to go to 'Vadam Keep in the distance. The tanks turned to face outward, as though to protect from external threats. Several Sangheili soldiers stood guard at the perimeter of the camp.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"I would think so," Andrew asked as the shuttle touched down on the deck of the hangar aboard the Allegiance. "Come on - let's not keep Luro waiting. Zuko, get Blaine outfitted; I'll be on the bridge."
Andrew was the first to rise from his seat, and Zuko rose next. Andrew walked out of the shuttle as the boarding ramp lowered, and headed for the bridge.
*** Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, Tigaria ***
"Dragon'taan? I... I've never been there," Skye said. "What's it like?"
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*New Romulus*
Anna scratched her chin. "Older models? Sounds easy. All we need to know is where to start looking and we can take several of them down, I'm sure. Hold it... I'm getting a message." She looked: Miscalculation. 142 mille not 14,2. You need 852 mille. Signed: Beastopia Spacecraft Assmbly. First, Anna looked surprised, muttering something inaudible. Then, a frown of thought spread on her face. "Hey, I'm wondering... Could you give us 900 million credit? I promise I'll repay it all later, one way or another, and in a few months time we'll have ourselves an actual warship, with side ships too."
*Outer Space*
Fayam sat laid back in his pilot seat while traveling to his standard bank. He wondered... would it really be necessary to have so much money? He already collected over 500 million, after all. And he didn't even know what to do with it, besides hoarding more. Or, stocking up on ammo. His ship was practically his house and home. His entire life was devoted to taking down criminals and gaining money. He was sure he could help someone. He could buy 500 people a house. Or he could spend it all in one place, but who would make a transaction like that?
*Outer Space*
The Leviathans were discussing their possibilities. One said they should shoot the guides down, while someone else decided it might be better to do that after their "visit". Or, they could just blow the base of those guys up in one go, despite it was unlikely this would be easy or even possible at all.
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*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie patted Kyle's back and brought his head up, slowly bringing him into a kiss, or so one would assume, as instead to pulled him into a hug and whispered in his ear, "Later...", to then pull from the hug, "Come on now, Kyle. If you don't stop that, the chef is gonna mistake you for a tomato and put you in the salad!", her tails still rested on Kyle's lap.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn watched as Kyle went back inside, turning back to kid that still stood outside, "Tell me, son. What's up? I can tell the General when I talk to him again.", Fawn said with a smile to the young wolf.
*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Felicity perked up when she heard the voice she had at Amps' home, so she looked up at Amps with sad eyes, "I... I don't have enough energy to create another portal, Amps... You may have to...", she said as dead nanobots pittled onto Amps' arm since Felicity can't create liquid normally.
*** Cruiser Na Pali, Private Dock B, Geidi IV ***
20 minutes had passed and the cruiser landed, to then the captain, and 3 others, took Angel out of her cell, bound her in gilded chains, and approached the buyers, "Hello there, my good... er... creatures! I have the prize for the Tournament! She's alive, as requested... now... the discussed payment, and my crew and I will be on our way!"
Angel put up a bit of a fight when they grabbed her, leaving herself and one of the three guards bruised, but she had it the worse, with one bleeding slightly from the impact, the blood being slightly luminescent dark blue. As she stood there, her legs, weak and tired, shaking with fear, trying to stay still so she wouldn't be hurt anymore.
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*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
"Amused Warning: Alright, master Gypsie, that's enough; Master Vasily has been thoroughly reddened. We don't need an incident he--"
"There won't be an incident, Hector," Kyle said. "Let her be." He looked at Gypsie, his hand resting on the table. "It's been a long time since a woman toyed with me like that. The last one who did... was the woman I lost when the Xenomorphs came on LV-426. And you're starting to remind me a lot of her; it's not a bad thing, before you think that - but I never figured on meeting a woman like that a second time."
"Amused Observation: Master Gypsie, I think Master Vasily fancies you!" Hector commented, much to the chagrin of Kyle, whose facial expression shifted to amused irritation.
"Hector... do that again, and I will remove your head," Kyle growled with evident humor.
*** Cruiser Na Pali, Private Dock B, Geidi IV ***
"The agreement was for 500 grand - and be thankful you're getting that much, considering your display there," The LMC Representative responded, indicating Angel's bruises and bleeding wound. "She'll need medical treatment, now, before she is displayed openly. I really did not need that headache."
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*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie rubbed Kyle's back, reassuring him, "I don't mean to be disrespectful to your late mate, but I'm quite resilient... even without armor."
Hearing Hector's comment made her chuckle, to then look at Kyle, "Do you feel that way about me, Kyle?", her tails twitched for a few moments in anticipation.
*** Cruiser Na Pali, Private Dock B, Geidi IV ***
The captain of the ship took the money and turned to walk back into his ship, handing the chain lead connected to Angel, "The terms were an alive prize with beauty... I think I fulfilled that request.", he then walked into the cargo bay of his ship, "You didn't specify what condition besides alive..." the cargo bay door then began to close, "Good day, sir!"
Angel couldn't do anything but quiver and shiver in her spot, making the chain leash rattle. After a few moments, Angel sat down and curled up on the ground like a stubborn child, shivering in her very thin poncho, it being a black plastic.
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*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Kyle hesitated, but eventually answered, "I'd be lying if I said I didn't... I just..."
"Speculation: I believe master Vasily fears you might end up like his late mate did," Hector commented.
Kyle sighed. "As irritating as it is that Hector keeps pointing these things out when I don't speak of them for a reason... he's not wrong. No one deserves to die like that - torn apart from the inside." He turned to fully face Gypsie. "I don't want to lose you. You're the first person in the last thirty years to do for me what you did when we met on Tau Dewa. Most anyone else would have kept walking, and most others would certainly have abandoned me when they saw what I face nearly every day. But not you. You've stayed with me through everything so far. Loyalty like that is... rare, in this day and age. The other reason is..."
"Speculation: Ah - I believe master Vasily did not want to scare you away with how he felt, master Gypsie," Hector again interceded. Kyle's face got more irritated.
"Can we leave him on the ship, next time? Please?" Kyle asked, clearly sarcastic.
*** Private Dock B, Geidi IV ***
The LMC Representative sighed, kneeling before Angel. "I don't know who you are... I don't know where you came from... but you don't deserve these," he took off the chains after the ship left. "Downright despicable that LMC would resort to this to get more ratings and participants for the Unreal Tournament. What's next - slave trade for industrial worlds?" He went into his pocket and got a couple granola bars, handing them to Angel. "It's not much, but it should hold you down for a while; I don't know if the crew of the Na Pali fed you much."
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*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gyspie smiled as Kyle, placing her hand on his cheek, her hand smelling strong of campfire and being very soft, "I don't go down easy, and besides, you'll be there with me, right? SO with that, you shouldn't worry." she then looked at Hector, "And as blunt as Hector is, if you aren't around, Kyle, I can suit Hector up with some extra defense protocols... when I get the knowhow...", she chugged back her cup of water and continued, "And I decided to help you out of impluse... back on Tau Dewa, I have been confined in a cell multiple times for stopping drug rings, damaging logging equipment, public assault on despicable parents and shop owners... that and some odd group was stalking my territory back there, and everywhere I went... not only the people that shot at us, but some odd cloaked people... they tried to take me once, but I killed one of them, so they kept their distance."
"Anyway, you won't scare me away, Kyle... you never would be able to... and you!", she pointed at Hector, "Tone down you blunt meter, would you? I won't be able to protect you from Kyle... or the scrapheap...", she then decided to play a joke on Hector, directing to Kyle, "Say... there's a black market here, right? How much does a droid like Hector go for?"
*** Private Dock B, Geidi IV ***
Angel flinched as the chains were taken off her, it feeling free, but she looked up at this person, her eyes wide in confusion, inspecting him for anything she would see as a weapon or threat.
She flinched again as the granola bars were brought towards her, leaning towards them like a hurt animal, sniffing the bars, trying to find a food smell, she found one and she slowly took a bar out of the man's hand and eventually opened it, starting to eat the bar, her hair standing on end for a moment as it had flavor and she loved it.
Once her hair fell back down, she quickly ate the bar in her hands before doing the same to the other one, but once she was done, Angel held the wrappers in her hands, her face being covered in crumbs, looking up at the man, making noises suggesting that she wanted more.
Any words the man may say to Angel, she wouldn't be able to understand them.
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*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
"If there was a Black Market here, I wouldn't know how much Hector would go for. As blunt as he is, he's a highly-effective fighter. He's taken down entire platoons before," Kyle said. He looked out a window, and looked to the Jedi Temple nearby, letting loose a melancholic sigh. "The last time I saw that place... it was billowing smoke and crawling with trigger-happy clones." He looked back at Gypsie. "Remember that clone soldier we encountered back at Belsavis?"
*** Private Dock B, Geidi IV ***
"Come on, little one," the man said, gently and non-threateningly trying to get Angel to her feet, "Let's get you to medbay and get you patched up." He headed for a sign that had a red cross on it and an arrow pointing down an adjacent corridor.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Hangar Section **
Blaine stepped out of the transport ship, waiting on Zuko to lead the way.
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*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie nodded, "Yes, I remember Beleclava... why?... Right! You said you knew that trooper from before 66... right?"
*** Private Dock B, Geidi IV ***
Angel slowly got up with the man's help, following him with a small limp, suggesting that they hurt her legs or feet too. Regardless, she followed him and looked at his pockets, eventually daring to fish inside his exposed pockets for the bars, wanting more of the bars. She even kept one of the wrappers in her hand.
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*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Kyle nodded. "That man was the reason I escaped Order 66 alive. He had orders to kill every jedi he saw that night; but he let me go, told me never to come back for fear that he would not be able to allow me to go a second time," Kyle said. "He and I... had fought in some of the worst combat zones of the Clone Wars... Mygeeto... Kashyyyk... Felucia... and though his loyalty was to a Sith, he still chose his friendship with me over following orders." He looked back at the Temple. "I wonder... if it's still there..."
*** Geidi IV ***
The man chuckled. "Clearly, they didn't feed you on board the Na Pali." He dug into the opposite pocket and gave her a meal bar. "Have at it, kiddo." He turned a left, still trying to guide Angel along.
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*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie shook her head, "He was bleeding out the last time we saw him...", she then looked over at the temple with him, "Or do you mean something else?
*** Geidi IV ***
Angel gladly took the meal bar and started munching on it, walking behind this man, quite liking him because so far he was the only person who was nice to her so far.
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(Did you forget me, or were you planning on replying later?)
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_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
"On whose authority?!" Amps growled in response pulling a DL-44 blaster (https://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/8/83/DL-44_Blaster_Pistol_DICE.png/revision/latest?cb=20151106043425) out of it's holster.
_Deep Jungle Bar$Grille_
'"When your ready tell me."' Tigress muttered in Tigarian.
_Unyielding KitsuneVolk,Glacius Orbit_
"Whenever your ready with the extra air support Ann we'll launch." Nari noted.
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(My apologies, Mary. I had forgotten.)
*** New Romulus ***
"Not for this job alone, no, however..." D'Tan responded, "... if you can pull off another job with it, I can give you the reward you requested. But this job... is far more clandestine. I need a group of Tal Shiar operatives neutralized, and they've been rumored to be colluding with Hirogen Hunters. Do you know of them?"
*** Unspecified Location, Outer Space ***
As the nebulae and asteroids gradually fell away, the sight of a commingled fleet of ships came into view - Klingon, Romulan, Vasari, Advent, TEC, Imperial, Rebel, Republic, and all manner of other warships of varied origins were present. At the center of this fleet was a single, massive vessel:
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*** Unyielding Kitsune-Volk, Glacius Orbit ***
"Hear that, boys and girls?" Anne said gleefully into a wrist communicator. "It's on. Launch fighters and bombers - let's remind the Imperials of the Mandalorian prowess for combat!" Almost immediately, a Keldabe Battleship flanked by two Venators de-cloaked, and began launching Mandalorian Syck and Kimogila fighter craft, who all turned planetward.
*** Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, Tigaria ***
"Let's enjoy our food, first," Thomas suggested. Skye was happily nomming on her burger, sitting rather close to Thomas.
*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
"That doesn't matter," the Romulan responded. "Hand her over now, or I'll vaporize you and take her anyway."
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
"I was referring to something I left in the Jedi Temple; something I didn't have time to grab," Kyle said.
*** Geidi IV ***
The man stepped into Medbay, and the doctor looked up from his desk. "That her?" she asked. The man nodded.
"And the crew of the Na Pali were evidently rough on her," he said, indicating her injuries.
"I told you not to go with them," the doctor scolded.
"Didn't have a choice - they were the only ones in range, and the bigshots up top were getting antsy," the representative countered. "Can you fix her up?"
"Well, sure! But... doesn't this strike you as--" the doctor began as she went for a dermal regenerator.
"Yes, it does, but I cannot lose this job - got little ones of my own to take care of," the representative sighed. The doctor looked to Angel.
"Come here, young one - let's get you patched up," she said in a soft, motherly voice.
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*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
Felicity looked up at Amps, "Look for a... a weak point... The gravity should do the rest..."
The security guard was still snoring away.
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie shrugged, "I wouldn't know... maybe if they found a next of kin, they sent it away... or it was re-purposed... was there anything on it to distinct it from anything else?"
*** Geidi IV ***
Angel walked into the room behind this man, hiding behind him when she noticed the anger in the doctor's voice before she eventually noticed the concern in her voice, finding it confusing since these emotions conflicted in her mind.
She listened to their voices as they continued, eventually hearing the kindness in her voice, causing her to slowly shuffle towards the doctor, getting to between the two before looking back at the representative and going closer to the doctor and putting her face close to the doctor and sniffing, much like a cautious animal, but her visage screamed young child due to her soft features and behavior.
When she had started to walk towards the doctor, she had slipped the bar back into the representative's pocket, it being half-eaten.
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--Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan--
the sound of a handheld rail gun firing and the subsequent round slamming into the ground in front of the romulan would alert him to the presence of a sniper, what he didn't know is that Amps had alerted a sniper team of two she-wolves and a third she-wolf, grey fur holding some sort of energy weapon (http://weapon)
"Your out numbered and in the sights of two snipers, vaporize me and you'll be dead, with no reward to bring back." Amps growled, pressing a button on something on her belt.
-nyielding Kitsune-Volk, Glacius Orbit--
"That's our cue." Nari noted motioning for her 'Star' of mechwarriors to move "Hot drop in 3 minutes boys n girls, don't be late, Launch all fighters and cover our decent."The silver vixen added as she climbed into her Timberwolf (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Timber_Wolf_(Mad_Cat)) Omnimech.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Good" Shoon leaned forward in his chair resting his head upon his hands "Anything else?"
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** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine made his way to the requisition center, ready to pick up his new uniform and armor. He had requested his ONI shock drop armor be re-outfitted to fit ODST standards, with a few new features. "So, this conflict. How big do you think it's gonna get?" He asked Zuko as they stepped into a elevator.
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*New Romulus*
Again, Anna had to admit she didn't. Neither did her copilot.
*???*
The Leviathans couldn't believe their eyes. It would be a truly terrible idea, and complete madness to attack an army this size. They had no idea what they could expect, but they did realize the group would keep a close eye on them. They needed to think up a strategy from scratch.
*Dragon'taan territorial space*
Fayam was still thinking when he flew through space, nearing Dragon'taan. Perhaps someone could tell him what he could do with his money, he realised.
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*** Presidential Office, New Romulus ***
"Well, you're fortunate, then - if you've had no contact with them, they won't expect you," D'Tan told them. "But they'll still consider you as prey; their entire society is set around hunting anything and anyone. Taking them out is optional, what matters is that you eliminate the Tal Shiar. As for how to get to them... I do not know. They have proven extremely alert to our surveillance. But they do tend to make a target of supply shipments coming to us from anywhere. Just hitch a ride with one and wait for the Tal Shiar, then do whatever you have to to infiltrate their base of operations in this sector and take them out. Clear?"
*** Unspecified Location ***
Radio chatter could be detected between the Warbird that had spoken to the Leviathans and the massive command ship. Before long, the command ship hailed the Leviathans.
*** UNSC Allegiance, leaving Sangheilios Orbit ***
"I cannot say - but given what we saw... I fear this will be the largest conflict ever seen in Galactic Society - larger than the conflict with the Iconians ever was," Zuko replied. "We all will need to band together to face this storm."
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Just this: The Tal Shiar have made it a top priority to find out what the DMC knows about a resurgent Sith threat - a faction calling themselves the Sith Covenant," the agent replied. "We don't know much more than the name; but they have made the mistake of openly attacking the Tal Shiar, and Darth Torrentus loathes to be challenged by lesser, blinded Sith."
---Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan---
"I see where you're going with that" Dawn stopped pacing "But the entire point of a cloaked ship is the cloaking no?"
*** Bellator Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yes, but knowing Lana, she has a backdoor - an insurance policy in case she was unable to respond to hails and we needed to find her," Scourge replied. "Assuming she hasn't changed the prefix code..." he paused and looked at Dawn. "You still have that... ghost, AI-thing, whatever you call it, right? That little companion of yours?"
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, In-Transit to Reach ***
"And here we go," Ado sighed, sitting back in the command chair. "We should arrive at Reach in a couple standard days, provided there's no mishaps."
*** Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ***
The Romulan chuckled, dropping his weapons and putting his hands up. "You got me..." he clicked something on his left glove. "... but this will not be the last time you hear from the Star Empire!" In an instant, he was transported away.
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
"It was hidden in my old dorm... a secret compartment you wouldn't know was there unless you knew to look for it," Kyle said. "And I'm wondering if it's still there."
"Surprised Query: Master, are you referring to...?" Hector began.
"Yes, Hector - my Jedi lightsaber. The blue one I built during my time here," Kyle affirmed.
*** Geidi IV ***
The doctor went over Angel's body with a few devices, and in no time flat, she had Angel looking no different than she did when she was in that pod. A look of regret passed the representative's face. "Well, little one... here's to hoping someone with a good heart wins you." He motioned his head for her to follow as he started for the door. "Come on... the boss will want to see you before the tournament begins."
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_Tigres Armory_
The she-wolves and Amps growled in responce knowing that would happen, some ships in orbit would be looking for any romulan vessels in the area, though they suspected they'd already be in warp by now.
"Really need to put an inhibitor field here." Lupe muttered.
'I"ll mention that when Tigress gets back or when I see Keri." Amps noted "Little Dragon where did you go?" She asked lookign for Felicity.
Lupe flicked out a comm device trying to contact Kyle INdari "KYle we got a problem that's the second Tal'Shiar Operative I've seen this year we need to setup some sort of emergency inhibitor field or something." Lupe said a slight growl in her voice.
-Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, TIgaria-
Tigress ordered up a sirloin steak as the waitress came around with their drinks refilled . "You two want any more?" the server asked.
-Glacius orbit, Unyielding Kitsune-Volk-
Large drop pods dropped from the bottom of the upgraded Leopard, heading for the surface of the frozen planet at high speeds...
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*Sangheilios Far-orbit*
Captain Ardos began moving towards the planet, hell-bent on capturing the runaways. His landfall crews were busy prepping very special retrieval vessels for action. These vessels were no-pedal mechs carrying heavy weapons and containment units. Designed for fast retrieval, these mechs could reach speeds exceeding 300 kilometers an hour, and could even warp themselves to the ship. Though by no means were they combat craft, the mechs had very little armor and instead relied on their agility to survive.
*Sangheilios Surface, Refugee Camp*
The refugees had finally exited their homes and were quickly creating small farm plots, socializing, and a few had plans to travel to the nearest Sangheili city, hoping to acquire tools and supplies. However, even in this newfound hope, they still feared Great Leader would send his collectors after them. Some still had scars, mental and physical, from the last escape attempt.
*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray nodded, and smiled at Ado. "S-Since we've got some time, I-is there anything I can do? I-I'm not uh...not familiar with this equipment, but m-my people learn fast."
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_Tigres Armory_
Felicity had crawled over to under a low leaning piece of metal, but she was barely moving. "Ov...over... here...", her voice was strained and pained, and afterwards of speaking, small firework-like whistles could be heard, "Am... amps... I... nee...d..-", but before she could finish speaking, a bright light emitted from her location and she reverted into an egg, roughly the size of a basket ball.
What had happened was that due to how long it took for Felicity to be ported into an electrical device, her inhibition shield, keeping the electricity inside her, had been degraded too much, causing her last resort protocol to initiate, thus turning her into an egg. She was still inside, just dormant. The egg would be pulsing, emitting a soft warmth and seemingly emitting a frequency that to some would cause a subconscious attempt to protect the egg, also with the current state of Felicity, she can't be uploaded into any device, but she can be monitored using conventional devices for similar circumstances. If Amps were to remember, Felicity had mentioned a 3D printer.
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
Gypsie continued to eat her food, still listening, "I still don't understand the physics behind those things... plasma extends and doesn't keep a set form, how can a gas keep form and not pass through other colored plasma.", she slurped the last bit of her food and looked at Kyle, "Well, we should get going now then!"
*** Geidi IV ***
Angel had been tapping the things the doctor was using on her, thinking it was a game, laughing at some of the devices as they had tickled her, but once the doctor stopped, Angel looked at the doctor and appeared sad, then once the man who brought her here spoke and got her attention to follow, she gladly got up and followed, hoping that he'd take her somewhere just as fun as this room. Her happiness could be shown by her swaying tail and overall spring in her step.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Alright, Wait here while until I return" Shoon faded from the white room into nothing.
Meanwhile, Shoons actual body opened its eyes and stretched up with his hands "They have operatives all over the DMC, They are trying to find out as much information as they can about a faction called the "Sith Covenant" That attacked them. What do I question him now?"
---Bellator Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
The ghost apeared out of nowhere in a faint flash of light and hovered near Dawn's head "Yes I am here".
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*Cobalt Eternity, Approaching Sanghelios orbit*
Captain Ardos, erring on the side of safety, decided a more devious plan would be preferable. Using a hailing cypher he snagged from a trader, he began trying to call the Sangheili traffic controller. His crew also ran a very unique beacon cypher that would mark his ship as the Travelling Janus, a merchant megaship. "Sanghelios control tower, do you read? This is Traveling Janus requesting clearance to enter uh...transport craft range..? Prelim scans show your orbital guns and stuff are up, so...y'know...please don't murder us?" Ardos, never the best at trader slang, hoped the Sangheili would buy his lie. At this point, he figured that the refugees were enslaved by the Sangheili and was about to write them off as gone.
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*** Presidential Office, New Romulus ***
"Well, you're fortunate, then - if you've had no contact with them, they won't expect you," D'Tan told them. "But they'll still consider you as prey; their entire society is set around hunting anything and anyone. Taking them out is optional, what matters is that you eliminate the Tal Shiar. As for how to get to them... I do not know. They have proven extremely alert to our surveillance. But they do tend to make a target of supply shipments coming to us from anywhere. Just hitch a ride with one and wait for the Tal Shiar, then do whatever you have to to infiltrate their base of operations in this sector and take them out. Clear?"
*** Unspecified Location ***
Radio chatter could be detected between the Warbird that had spoken to the Leviathans and the massive command ship. Before long, the command ship hailed the Leviathans.
*New Romulus*
Anna and her copilot looked at each other. Anna replied to D'Tan: "Clear. We'll figure something out. Even if that means being the cargo ship ourselves." The copilot started to mumble: "They know our ship's name. And that it's too weak to defend itself against a horde. But they might not expect us to be cargo... It's worth a shot..."
*Unknown*
The Leviathans would answer the hail with: "Greetings! Our world has just been under attack and we traced it to its origin. We seek to personally ask for clarity regarding this event."
*Dragon'taan*
The moment Fayam went into orbit, he decided he'd ask about any big deals going on. Or would he try somewhere else? He didn't know. Since here was his standard bank, he might as well try an important investment. Only now he realised why money doesn't grant happiness. He asked clearance for landing.
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** UNSC Allegiance, Sangheilios Orbit **
Blaine nodded, clicking the Armory button on the elevator screen. The elevator shook and shifted, then slowly moved down. "Either way...we've got a lot to handle." The door shifted open after stopping, Blaine moving out quickly. He stopped at the requisition screen. "UNSC Staff Sgt. Everson, authorization code Beta Echo Three Six." He said, awaiting the screen's response.
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*** UNSC Allegiance, In Transit to Dragon'taan ***
As the Allegiance and her fleet followed the Assured Victory to Dragon'taan, the screen spat a line saying Blaine's code had been accepted. "A word of advice when we meet up with General Bellator: Be honest and direct. He respects that," Zuko told Blaine. "And don't try anything with his girlfriend, Kira, for that matter; she's... devoted to him. Only reason she still calls him 'master' is for the nostalgia."
*** Presidential Office, New Romulus ***
"I'll leave it to you, then," D'Tan said as he put something down on a datapad, then slid it to Anna. "Here - contact information. Once it's all done, let me know. I might have other jobs for you after this, so if you can, keep yourselves available."
*** Unspecified Location ***
"Indeed?" responded a female voice. "Oh! Indeed, the attack... that was not done by me. I would have been more... successful. No, that was the work of my, shall I say, lesser clone - Admiral Arai. I was once Admiral Arai, but a... spatial anomaly I encountered in my travels... duplicated me. I was somehow infused with the power of the Force, and I took on the name Torrentus... Darth Torrentus." Torrentus scoffed. "Arai still clings to the old ways - it is why she took command of the Tal Shiar after the death of that madman idiot, Colonel Hakeev. Believe me, I would very much like to end Arai... if only to give the Tal Shiar reason to abandon the old ways and join me. But, regrettably, I know not where she is, and I have other pressing matters in the form of this... Sith Covenant that has surfaced."
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Trade ship Traveling Janus, you are not on our schedule of arriving trade ships," spoke a Sangheili voice. "Transmit your clearance code, or come to a complete stop and prepare to be boarded."
*** Sangheilios Surface, Refugee Camp ***
Not long after the Sangheili Major had left, a group of Sangheili vehicles could be seen approaching the camp, and stopped just shy of it, and the Sangheili themselves began unloading supplies, farm tools, power generators - everything the refugees would need to make a fresh start here. The Major himself even made an appearance, looking for the "leader" he'd spoken to earlier.
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, In-Transit to Reach ***
Ado shook his head. "You've been through enough," he told Ray. "Let us get you safely to Reach. In the meantime, feel free to stroll around the ship, but please respect the work my crew is doing."
*** Coruscanti Steakhouse, Coruscant ***
"Indeed," Kyle said as he finished his food, paid for the meals, and got up. He started for the exit, and Hector was close behind.
It would take the lot of them at least half an hour to walk to the Jedi Temple, and once there, Kyle stopped just inside the massive doorway and looked around. "It... it is different. It has been some time," he said solemnly.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Vokun frowned. "Sith Covenant...?" he repeated. He thought for a moment, then spoke to Shoon: "Get me details on how the Sith Covenant attacked them, and who is leading the Tal Shiar's efforts."
*** Bellator Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Scourge motioned his head for Ghost to join him. "Come on, then - I could use your skills. We need to get to Lana; can you find her backdoor? Last contact put her on Coruscant, so I'd advise starting there."
*** Earth Orbit ***
In the quiet of Earth Orbit, a fleet of unidentified warships dropped out of Hyperspace:
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The warships went shields-up and weapons-hot the second they emerged from FTL Speed. The UNSC Fleet currently in orbit, while large enough to hold out against this fleet, elected to send out a distress call to neighboring territories.
"This is UNSC Leviathan, commanding UNSC Forces currently stationed in Earth Orbit - we are under attack! Repeat, we are under attack! A large unidentified fleet has appeared and is preparing to--"
The transmission was cut off by another:
"Pitiful denizens of the UNSC... you have been deemed unworthy of preservation by the highest authority. For the glory of the Dark Side, you shall be purged from this galaxy!"
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** UNSC Allegiance, In Transit to Dragon'taan **
Blaine paused at the last line, looking somewhat offended. He walked into the armory and spoke with the quartermaster. After a few minutes of cussing and discussing, Blaine turned back to Zuko and said, "I'll be back in a moment."
Walking into the locked section of the armory, Blaine looked at his new armor (http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20101029230756/halofanon/images/c/cc/MarinesConceptArt.jpg). The armor had been recolored into an ODST-standard carbon black, and had the on-board units' emblem emblazoned on the side of the chest piece. The under-uniform was a dark olive drab, still carrying the UNSC Marine Corps emblem.
Blaine tossed the helmet aside, choosing to keep his old one instead. It was still a standard ODST helmet, just modified with a range finder and built-in GPS. Changing into his new uniform and armor set, he took a moment before putting on his gloves. A wedding ring sat on one of his right fingers, worn and somewhat rusted.
Exiting the locked section, Blaine looked to Zuko and powered on his exo-suit. He pulled on his black beanie and asked, "So, you like this look or do you think I'm just trying hard?"
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Shoon closed his eyes again, body going mostly numb and appearing again in the white room "Who is leading the Tal Shair efforts, and how did the Sith Covenant attack you?"
---Bellator Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"A planet is a huge place to search" the ghost said floating around, parts spinning slowly as it talks "Get a us a area, or a computer interface and I can track it"
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***Sanghelios Orbit***
Ardos sneered at the microphone for a moment, before speaking. "Oh! Sorry, I'm not with any of the syndicates. I'm freelance. Sorry if I was to schedule a landing. Can I do that now, or do I need to shove off, as it were? And if you must board, I'll need a minute to fire up my telepad. Wrecks havoc on the long-range navicomps." He leaned back in his chair, and waited for the reply.
**Armored Cruiser Ardent**
Ray nodded and started away from the bridge to go explore the Ardent. He was fascinated by the advanced technology the Sangheili had.
*Refugee Camp*
The decorated guard stepped out of one of the small hovels, and approached the major. "What's all this for, friends?" He motioned at all of the supplies, a surprised smile on his face.
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_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
Amps grabbed Felicity's 'egg' and hurryed to the front desk to find Keri.
"Keri can i use the 3d printer?"
"Sure, what for though?"
"Umm I'll explain later." Amps replied, unsure on how to fix things just setting the 'egg' next to the printer for now.
_Glacius_
The battle continued to rage between the imperial forces and dMD?ncc force on the planet ,but another surprize revealed itself , Protomechs smaller mech like robotic suits, bigger than power armor, decloaked as they got near the base's walls
Large Dragons (https://i.ebayimg.com/16/!B1mS8O!BGk~$(KGrHqIOKj!E)O!,jMT5BMfGVm(WtQ~~_35.JPG?set_id=8800005007) and anthro dogs (http://ironwindmetals.com/store/images/btprotomechs/BT-295-C.jpg) jumped over the walls and wreaked havok inside with their Battlemech grade weapons, meanwhile Rae's Elite Star of mechs landed from their hot drop and began to support the other Forces fighting the imperials who now instead of slowly being pushed back into their own base were being destroyed before they could make it, though the husk of a few DMC/NCC Battlemechs did cover the battlefield the imperial walker husk by far outnumbered them.
-Deep Jungle Bar&Grille, Tigaria-
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_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
Felicity's egg was warm and felt somewhat fuzzy to touch and hold. Currently the egg wouldn't be reacting to anything in its current position.
*** Jedi Temple Entrance, Coruscant ***
Gypsie walked up beside Kyle, grumbling to herself, "I don't like grey walls...". After a moment of her own distaste, she noticed Kyle's reaction and looked at him, "Is everything alright?"
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*New Romulus*
Anna nodded. "Good. Then, we're off. I'll see where my crew has gone and get 'em together. And don't worry about availability- after I have my new ship, I can stop doing cargo jobs and support you fulltime."
*Unknown*
The Leviathans were surprised to hear this. Perhaps, they told each other, perhaps they didn't need to kill her. They answered: "We could meet and sort this out step by step. But know this: we won't join forces with anyone, or anything for that matter, that wants to rule the universe as a dictator."
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam made a soft landing and headed straight for the local bank, money under his arm. He knew they'd instantly recognise him. He was the one that never bothered to see his exact bank balance and just kept adding.
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*** New Romulus ***
"Glad to hear it," D'Tan said with a smile. Rising from his desk, he added, "Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a meeting with a Reman Overseer from Crateris."
*** Sith Tal Shiar Staging Area ***
"Rule the Universe?" Torrentus scoffed. "You mistake me for some dumb f*** over-ambitious Sith Lord; I have no such desire. I may carry the title Darth, but I'm no dictator. I simply want to give the Romulan Star Empire a new home, a place to start again. The Romulan Republic, though a tad blundering, had the right idea. While I have nothing against them, I feel the best chance for the Romulan People is to restore the Star Empire, but absent of the paranoia and weaknesses from before - hence the mixed fleet you see here. Pirates, mercenaries, smugglers, ex-soldiers... they all came to my call, and seek to create a new Star Empire. Arai... as I indicated, clings to the ways of the old Romulan Empire. It will be her undoing. So if you must, go - tell the galaxy of me if you feel so strongly of it, but do not tell them where I am - not yet."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The bankers of Dragon'taan weren't the only ones who'd recognize Fayam; the citizens of Dragon'taan all whispered laudatory comments of him, calling him "Bane of the Covenant" and a "True Example of Heroism".
*** Jedi Temple Entrance, Coruscant ***
Kyle didn't answer directly, just walked as though he were in a trance. He ran his hand along a pillar, and then looked at it as though something were on it, taken from the pillar. "The years have not been kind to us both, it seems," he said to no one in particular, seemingly oblivious to a man with blonde hair and black robes approaching. "So many years, yet still you remain here..."
*** Geidi IV ***
The representative led Angel to a decorated office, where a somewhat heavyset lion with a thick Russian accent sat in a cushy chair. "You better have brought LMC's prize, tovarishch," the lion said.
"Indeed, I did," the representative sighed. "Director... I still don't understand why we're doing this."
"You know why - the old players... well, let's face it; they're old, tovarishch. We need new faces. The little one is enticement, offering to winner," the Director said, turning his chair to face Derrik.
"Remind me what good will come of this?" Derrik asked.
"There stands real possibility little one with you will find good home, good family," the Director replied.
"Or she'll get slaved out by some scumbag," Derrik growled. The director just shrugged.
"Some risks must be taken," he said.
*** Imperial Base, Glacius ***
Mandalorian Fighters and DMC TIE Marauders continued to wreck havoc on the Imperials from the air, even as they launched their Mk VI Supremacy fighters. The TIE Marauders engaged the enemy fighters, while the Mandalorian fighters and bombers continued raining ordinance down on Imperial heads.
*** Sanghelios Orbit ***
The Sangheili Commander in charge of orbital security, not buying this BS about the trader ship and looking over sensor scans of the ship, came on the line: "Trade Ship Traveling Janus, please state your cargo and purpose in this system."
*** Sangheilios Surface ***
The Sangheili smiled at the guard. "As I said before, we know how it is to make a new start. After the Covenant fell apart in the Human-Covenant Great War, we had to do so. But with Kaidon 'Vadam leading us, we rose again as a galactic power. And we always help those in need - something we learned from the UNSC. That's what all this..." he indicated the supplies being distributed. "... is for. We want to help you make a new start. That said, my name is Major Huki 'Unam."
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
The crew of the Sangheili ship paid Ray little heed, instead remaining focused on their tasks. But none of the Sangheili who weren't busy got in his way, letting him have free run of the ship.
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I work with the Tal Shiar under Darth Torrentus - and the Sith Covenant attacked her staging area, forcing her to relocate her efforts," The Tal Shiar agent replied. "We're currently rebuilding in the Tarkarael badlands, some ways away from Tomahawk. I should point out, Torrentus has no ill will against DMC or their allies - but she is unwilling to risk being found again."
*** Bellator Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Scourge went to work, and managed to narrow down Lana's shuttle to four probable locations, two in the Old Industrial sector, one near the Old Galactic Market, and one near the Senate Tower.
"Knowing Lana, those are the likeliest places her ship would be. You'll recognize the signature when you see it; it still has the old Zakuul tags," Scourge said.
*** UNSC Allegiance, In-Transit to Dragon'taan ***
"Looks are not important aboard the Allegiance, Blaine. Only that you do what is needed," Zuko responded. He motioned his head. "Andrew will be waiting for us on the bridge."
*** USLV Assured Victory, In-Transit to Dragon'taan ***
"Tell me something, Ambre," Luro requested. "High General Indari... is he as great as the tales say?"
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--- UNSC Allegiance, In-Transit to Dragon'taan ---
"Depends on who you heard them from." Ambre replied "if it's from our allies, yes if it's from our enemies who wish to Tarnish the Indari name, no." Ambre replied "He's got quiet the family now, i hear he's soon to be a granddad."
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**Sanghelios Orbit**
Captain Ardos sighed, and brought out one of the many manuscripts he had stolen over the years. "Sorry! Sorry, I forgot you needed that. Uh...nothing much other than a few spare tons of iron, nickle, and a few pounds of platinum. And I'm just here to trade, guys. No need to flip."
**Sanghelios Surface**
The officer nodded. "We're forever in your debt, friends." He looked around at the fields, the trees and sighed happily. "I've not seen grass in...forever."
**Armored Cruiser Ardent**
Ray simply explored the ship, staying out of anyone's way as much as possible.
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** UNSC Allegiance, En Route to Dragon'taan **
Blaine stood by for a moment before taking his assault rifle and slinging it over his shoulder. He then quietly followed Zuko down the hallways, occasionally looking down at his right hand.
Stopping at a requisition machine, he ordered a carton of smokes and, strangely enough, a bag of some exotic dried meat. "Dude, that's insane. There's actually something edible on this ship," He said to Zuko, having caught up with him. His rifle clanked against his exo-suits' frame, as well as some of his other gear.
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*** Jedi Temple Entrance, Coruscant ***
Gypsie noticed the individual approaching and since she didn't want to disturb Kyle's nostalgia, Gypsie walked up to the man and walked into him and stopped him in his tracks, "Hold on there... just wait a little bit.", at the time she didn't realize who she was talking to.
*** Geidi IV ***
Angel walked into the office, marveling at the size and beauty of the room, but as she moved her head to look at the director her expression turned to fear and she hid behind the representative, then as the director came closer, Angel turned around and tried to push her way out of the office, slamming the door open and running into two guards who threw Angel back inside the office before standing in the door again.
Angel picked herself up, quickly seeing that she was at the feet of the director, to which she immediately reared and ran behind the representative, her body shaking.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Shoon closed one eye in the white room opening it in the real world and reciting what the agent had told him and then adding "Shall we let him go so you can address him personally?"
---Bellator Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Alright! I think we will start with the market, will you be joining?"
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*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Vokun paced momentarily before responding to Shoon. "We release him - but I will not address him." He looked to Xalek. "Escort him to the brig." The hooded Kaleesh bowed and left. "Interesting that we could have a potential Ally in this... Darth Torrentus."
*** Bellator Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Of course," Scourge responded, his tone having that "well, duh" quality to it. He set to work with Ghost.
*** Jedi Temple Entrance, Coruscant ***
"I know," the man said. "I didn't quite believe father when he said Kyle Vasily was here... I had thought he died in the emperor's purge that was Order 66." He looked to Gypsie, offering a hand. "Luke Skywalker."
*** Geidi IV ***
The Director waved the guards away. "I mean no harm to you, little one. But best you obey us - guards not as friendly as Derrik and I." He offered a hand to help Angel up. "My name Vlad." He paused, then went over to and dug into a small fridge, pulling out a nice cold drink, offering it to Angel. "Not all of us like big-shots in LMC. Some of us friendly."
*** UNSC Allegiance, In-Transit to Dragon'taan ***
Zuko laughed. "An upgrade Andrew installed. He got tired of eating the same goop every day." He rounded a corner to a turbolift that would take them to the bridge. He hit the call button, and waited for the lift.
*** USLV Assured Victory, In-Transit to Dragon'taan ***
"Is he, now? I did not know he had children," Luro said, "Much less any that were married and due to be parents themselves. How is he taking the role of expectant grandfather?"
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Attention, Traveling Janus; Set your course to the following vector, and be prepared to receive inspection team. If you do not comply, we will use deadly force," proclaimed another Sangheili voice. A transmission containing an approach vector to a nearby orbital station was soon sent to Ardos's ship.
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
Huki chuckled. "Indeed... never ceases to amaze, especially after being away on a campaign. Every time I leave, it's always a little sad."
*** Drakona Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kabier tried to feed a bouncing Tyber in his high chair as Viktor cooked a hot meal. She giggled and laughed at Tyber as she fed him, occasionally calling for her husband's attention when their son did something funny. It was completely unexpected when Tyber suddenly said, "Ma-ma!" This produced a shriek of joy when Kabier realized her son just said his first word, which brought Viktor running.
*** Earth Orbit ***
A pitched battle was underway in orbit of Earth as UNSC Forces fought against an invading Imperial fleet. It seemed as though no one got the transmission the Leviathan sent, and that the UNSC stood alone...
... or so it was thought. Unexpectedly, a mixed Dragonarian/Kemorainian fleet appeared, and engaged the surprised Imperial Forces.
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**Sanghelios Orbit**
Ardos had his shipmates redirect to the vector, and followed it closely. "We're moving now, Control."
**Refugee Camp**
The guard nodded slowly. "I remember seeing pictures of our home from the past, luscious green grass and wonderful woodland."
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*** Jedi Temple Entrance, Coruscant ***
Gypsie didn't really have anything much to say since she wasn't all too well with new places, and had been relying on Kyle to help her get more settled with places, "U-u-uh... Gypsie..."
*** Geidi IV ***
Angel went around Derrik to keep her distance from Vlad, still unable to understand a lick of English, so she was even more confused when he offered her a metal cylinder that was dripping with water. Eventually she did take the can and started to nibble on it, thinking it was food, since the only things she was offered by hands, besides hits, was food. When she had left dents in the can with her pristine white teeth, before giving the slobbered can to Derrik, wanting him to help her.
((What's the time on Dragon'taan right now?))
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** UNSC Allegiance, En Route to Dragon'taan **
Blaine quickly made it in the lift before the doors shut. He caught his breath and turned around, looking up at the floor screen. "So what's Dragon'taan like? Haven't been able to get much time to sight see other planets." He asked Zuko, before tearing the bag of dried meat open. "Can't remember the last time I ate," He muttered to himself as he dug into the food.
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--- USLV Assured Victory, In-Transit to Dragon'taan ---
"I'm no mind reader tend to focus more on my shape-shifting powers, but as far as I know, pretty well." Ambre replied.
--- Earth Orbit ---
Behind the Dragonarian/Kemorainian fleet about 20 or so Subspace portals (http://cf.shacknews.com/images/20110620/3b9fba6637528a190e50597f38e884a8d1bbde08_18521.jpg) opened up spacecraft coming out of the portals revealing their presence. The Borealis (https://i.imgur.com/oK7TxcZ.png) a Righteous Class Destroyer led the small fleet. along with six Kistune (http://i.imgur.com/UZS3CFT.png) Class Cruisers supported the destroyer, other ships still coming out of the portals.
--- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ---
Amps unsure of what to do tried to plug the 3d printer into Felicitiy's egg.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"If you don't mind we would like to keep him for a while at least to instruct him about the implant as it is.. irremovable".
---Bellator Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Well then get your equipment ready and let's move out!" Dawn said, as much as they were under the pressure of time and a bit of a difficult mission, he couldn't help and not be excited.
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*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Do it - and see if you can get names and the specific departments they've infiltrated; I must bring this news to High General Indari," Vokun said. "Xalek will assist you. Ashara, with me." He headed for the exit, soon leaving the building and heading for his personal speeder.
*** Bellator Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Didn't Draco say we were getting help on this?" Scourge asked. A human in the house - one with dark tan skin, facial hair, and a medical uniform - shrugged.
"That's what he said," he responded.
"Knowing the General, it'll likely be an ally we wouldn't ordinarily team up with," said a Chagrian coming out of a room with an Assault Cannon in his hands.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"I see," Luro said. "Well, it's good to know such a legendary bloodline continues.
"Shipmaster, we are approaching Dragon'taan Orbit," proclaimed the helmsman, a Sangheili.
"Very well - drop out of Slipspace," Luro commanded. Soon, in Dragon'taan Orbit, the United Star League Fleet appeared from Slipspace. Luro lookec back at Ambre. "Anything else I need to know about General Indari?" he asked.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Almost as soon as the Assured Victory dropped out of Slipspace over Dragon'taan, so did the Allegiance and it's attendant fleet. Zuko felt the ship shudder as it decelerated. Soon after, the Turbolift arrived at the bridge. The doors parted, and Zuko stepped off the lift.
*** Jedi Temple Entrance, Coruscant ***
"Welcome to the Jedi Temple, Gypsie," Luke said.
"Query: Master Gypsie, should we follow Master Vasily?" Hector asked. If Gypsie would look back at where Kyle was, she would notice he was no longer then. A look to her right would allow her to spot him heading for the Dorms.
(Honestly, Raz, I think it's getting into the later hours of the night - I'd say about 2300-2400 Hours.)
*** Geidi IV ***
Derrik gently took the bottle, unscrewing the cap and pretending to take a drink, then nodding and handing the drink back to Angel.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
The Sangheili forces in orbit waited for the Traveling Janus to dock with the station, where an armed party of Sangheili were waiting at the airlock. Something was off about this vessel - far too large for a merchant vessel, and if the transmission of it's contents were to be believed, carrying cargo that was of no use on Sangheilios.
*** Refugee Camp, Sangheilios ***
Huki sat down on a rock. "So what happened?" he asked.
*** Earth Orbit ***
The orbital SMAC stations were busy blasting holes in the enemy fleet, but now that they were heavily-outnumbered, that fleet chose that moment to retreat. It was unclear why; they hadn't even taken any significant losses.
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"Kitsune Group One see what you can do about those retreating ships, Kitsune group two stay in formation." Said Rae the captain of the Borealis, sending three of the Kitsune Cruisers to attack or disable a ship from the retreating enemy fleet.
-Bridge, Borealis, Righteous class destroyer.-
"There's a good reason their pulling back, Argo see what you can find out." Rae said
"Already ahead of you , Rae." Argo the Ship's AI replied.
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**Sanghelios Surface**
The old guard nodded, and sat down. "The last Great Leader was a fair, kind man. Yet he was prone to bouts of greed and infantile selfishness. A stranger had arrived on our planet, a balding fox with face of metal. He provided Great Leader with a small green crystal. He told Great Leader to bury the crystal and riches would be his. It happened gradually, crystals began growing from the ground in small batches. We learned to refine them to get almost any metal we needed. But, we should have been more careful. My father's father was the first to die of infestation. The crystals, see, would grow on anything not fast enough to leave. But, it also would infest lungs with dust, and slowly grow inside the victim. They would either die, or become a disgusting creature. The crystals ravaged our planet, slowly covering it in seas of the beautiful glow." He sighed, and turned to Huki. "I apologize. I'm rather long-winded."
**Sanghelios Orbit**
Ardos, thinking he had fooled the Sangheili, docked with the station. He donned the garb of a simple trader, and started for the airlock.
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_Indari Manor, Dragon'taan_
Cynder opend the door to Spyra's room finding the purple Dragon half-asleep.
"Spyra?" Cynder called out to the purple dragon.
Cynder what are you doing here?" Spyra asked "Oh no. It happened my dream was real!"
"What dream?" Cynder asked
"Spyro is in trouble isn't he?"
Cynder lowered her head "Yes some new threat has come and they've captured Spyro.... I need your help." Cynder said almost crying as she began to think about it.
"It's that bad, huh? Well I'm not sure if I can help." Spyra said pausing "But I will do everything I can to help ,but it we are to go back to our Realm I think bringing someone else will help."
"But Who?" Cynder asked
"Let me deal with that you relax and rest for the Journey ahead." Spyra replied shaking her head attempting to wake herself up more as she headed out of the room and headed for Anne's room.
Meanwhile outside, a figure dressed in Mjolnir Mk III armor and wearing a phase one clone trooper helmet with a silver T-Visor reached up to the front door's doorbell, her posture giving the impression the figure was in a bit of hurry.
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*** Jedi Temple Entrance, Coruscant ***
Gypsie turned around quickly and ran after Kyle, forgetting to properly say goodbye. Soon enough she reached Kyle and almost tackled him to the ground.
*** Geidi IV ***
Angel watched Derrik and copied his actions, drinking the soda she was given, then suddenly a guard burst through the door, "Sir? There's a crowd in the exhibition room, wanting to see the prize... has it arrived yet?", the guard looked at Angel and she began trembling, "Who's that, boss? a niece?"
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** UNSC Allegiance, On Route to Dragon'taan **
As the lift opened, Blaine was greeted by an old face. Sgt. Danielson, the canine in charge of the on-board ODST unit, stood by and talked with another Marine. "Oh, there you are. Staff Sergeant," He said, quickly saluting Blaine. "Good to see you," Blaine replied as he pat Danielson on the arm.
They both arrived in the command room, Danielson behind Blaine.
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*New Romulus*
Anna nodded and went off. She looked around the spaceport and found her crew relaxing in the local cafetaria. She took them with her.
*"Sith" Tal Shiar*
The Leviathan scraped his trhoat. "We're sorry, Darth Torrentus. It was not our meaning to insult you. Perhaps we can help you find the Romulan Republic a place where they can live in peace- with themselves and the other forces. We, the Leviathans from Tomahawk, can figure as contact person- if you wish. We don't want to create territorial wars, or any other fight, of course."
*Dragon'taan bank*
Fayam ignored the names. He heard them all and got used to them. He casually moved to the counter. He put the suitcase on top of it and opened it without a word. He knew that the staff knew what he wanted. It was the one and only thing he did when he came in.
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---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Alright" Shoon said before going down under again.
"Okay so" Shoon said "Now that this is all clear we will start with the actual set up proccess. In the coming minutes you will start seeing the HUD slowly fade into your field of vision, when that procces is complete a start guide will start, after which you will be able to costumize its looks. You control it with your thought. It is a part of you now".
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*Sangheilios Orbit*
As Ardos approached the airlock door, he made one last command. "Gunther? Send a long-rang communique to Great Leader. Let him know we're about to retrieve his runaways." The communication's officer nodded, and sent the following transmission.
'At Sangheilios; target materials located.'
*Gorbis Mungdrigo, Mungdrigo surface*
Amidst the horrifying cries of tiberium-infested beasts and the beautiful green glow of the Tiberium crystals, the massive mega-city of Gorbis Mungdrigo sat within it's massive outer walls. Several miles across, the city was self sufficient and almost completely safe from the tiberium environment outside. Huge factory sectors deployed specially designed harvesters to collect the tiberium for refinement. Opposite these factories were the commercial sectors. Selling everything from toilet-paper to in-house robot maids, these sectors were some of the busiest areas of the city. Farthest from the factories were the residential sectors. A little more than slums, the citizens of Gorbis Mungdrigo lived very spartan lives. Safe to say, they were not happy people. In the center of the city lay the military sector. Little more than iron-fisted police, the military rolls out bi-pedal mechs, tanks, anti-gravity ships, and foot-soldiers to keep peace inside the city. Finally, in a huge, opulent tower in the dead-center of the city was Great Leader's mansion. Covered in gilded black panels, the massive tower boasted it's own anti-air, orbital, and nuclear defenses. It even housed Great Leader's retainers and personal staff. And, of course, the Great Leader himself sat upon a mechanical-looking throne and stared out over the city. His city.
*Great Leader's observatory*
Killian Arthur Gorbis, as he was once known, sat in his opulent tower reveling in his wealth as Great Leader, master of all Mungdrigo. His royal-purple fur stood out against the rest of his people, as he had regular running water and other necessities. Great Leader stared idly out his windows, when a chime caught his attention. With a lazy wave of his chubby paw, one of his servants approached swiftly with a message. He smiled, his gilded, crooked teeth gleaming beneath the dim lights. "Good," he growled, his once heroic voice that stirred the embers of revolution, now transformed into a disgusting figment from his greed.
"I want them sooner! I want my runaways now!" His fat paw slammed against the arm of his chair, his entire arm wobbling.
*Armored Cruiser, Ardent*
Ray, suffering from the side-effects of cryo-stasis, had taken to vomiting into a nearby, and available, receptacle. He them profusely apologized to any nearby Sangheili, hoping they did not take offence to his actions.
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-- Indari Manor, Front porch, Dragon'taan--
Nari pressed the door bell button and then proceeded to knock on the door.
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*** Sangheilios Orbital Station, Sangheilios Orbit ***
(Gonna go on a limb, here - tell me if it's too far.)
The sudden transmission of an encrypted message being sent to parts unknown did not go unnoticed by the Sangheili ships. Several raised shields and weapons, and had their weapons locked on the "trade ship". When the airlock cycled and the door finally opened, Ardos would find himself staring down the barrels of several Sangheili Storm Rifles, held by over a dozen Sangheili Rangers. The leader of the bunch - clad in Crimson armor - had his arms crossed. "I trust your message was received?" he asked.
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
"No need to apologize," Huki assured him. "Please - go on."
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
"It is quite alright - Cryo-Stasis has varied effects on everyone. At least you didn't end up with what Commander Lasky did," responded a Sangheili NCO.
*** Indari Manor, Front porch, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle almost immediately answered the door, and frowned. "Nari...? You know what time it is, right?"
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Understood," The agent responded.
Xalek stood waiting for Shoon's word.
(Mary, I'll let you play out Anna's next move - whether they go after the Brotherhood or the Tal Shiar.)
*** Sith Tal Shiar Staging area ***
"Perhaps - but again, not yet; not while I am rebuilding here. Which reminds me..." Torrentus paused, his ship transmitting an image of a blue fox standing next to the unmistakable form of Lord-Admiral Markus Tokarev. "... The woman, Krystal Indari-Tokarev... she needs to meet with me at some point soon. There's something she needs to know. Her and her husband."
*** Dragon'taan Bank ***
The Bank was closed, their business hours being between 0800 Hours until 1800 Hours.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Oh, good - you're here," Andrew said, putting his Mjolnir helmet on. "Think you can keep it together for a meeting with a member of the DMC's High Command Staff?" he asked Blaine.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Commander, you have the Conn. Ambre, can you guide me to General Bellator's residence?" Luro asked Ambre.
*** Bellator Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Scourge paused, grunted softly, sensing something in the Force.
*** Jedi Temple Entrance, Coruscant ***
Kyle was nearly knocked over, chuckling to Gypsie, "Something you want to tell me?"
*** Geidi IV ***
The director shook his head. "No. Little one is prize." he looked down at Angel, motioning his head. "Come - let's get show on road."
-
--- Indari Manor, Front porch, Dragon'taan ---
"Clan warriors don't sleep on duty." Nari replied. "I need someone to come with me,it's an urgent matter that needs to be dealt with now, the Grand Council is going to meet on Arc-Royal over in the battletech sector... and they've asked me as a 'warrior' to bring a representative of the DMC." Nari explained "Someone who is preferably good at hand-to-hand combat." The silver vixen added.
-
*Sangheilios Orbital Station*
Ardos's paws raised slowly, as he spoke. "Easy! Easy. I was informing my employer that I had arrived."
A bead of sweat ran down his brow, exposing his already veil-thin lie.
*Sangheilios Refugee camp*
"We were worked as slaves, forced to harvest tiberium by paw if the harvester trucks weren't available. We had to leave, or die in those horrible, beautiful fields." The guard sighed, and shook his head. "But now is not the time for sorrow. We're free."
*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray turned to the NCO curiously. "What happened to Lasky?"
-
** UNSC Allegiance, Dragon'taan Orbit **
"Don't expect miracles from a grunt, sir. But I'll do my best," Blaine replied, one arm on his rifle and the other on his side. Danielson stood nearby, taking his helmet off. He was young, with short cropped black hair and a few scars across his chin. "So, what are we needing to learn from this whole 'visit'?" Blaine asked, watching the main monitor.
-
*** Sangheilios Orbital Station, Sangheilios Orbit ***
(Gonna go on a limb, here - tell me if it's too far.)
The sudden transmission of an encrypted message being sent to parts unknown did not go unnoticed by the Sangheili ships. Several raised shields and weapons, and had their weapons locked on the "trade ship". When the airlock cycled and the door finally opened, Ardos would find himself staring down the barrels of several Sangheili Storm Rifles, held by over a dozen Sangheili Rangers. The leader of the bunch - clad in Crimson armor - had his arms crossed. "I trust your message was received?" he asked.
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
"No need to apologize," Huki assured him. "Please - go on."
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
"It is quite alright - Cryo-Stasis has varied effects on everyone. At least you didn't end up with what Commander Lasky did," responded a Sangheili NCO.
*** Indari Manor, Front porch, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle almost immediately answered the door, and frowned. "Nari...? You know what time it is, right?"
*** DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Understood," The agent responded.
Xalek stood waiting for Shoon's word.
(Mary, I'll let you play out Anna's next move - whether they go after the Brotherhood or the Tal Shiar.)
*** Sith Tal Shiar Staging area ***
"Perhaps - but again, not yet; not while I am rebuilding here. Which reminds me..." Torrentus paused, his ship transmitting an image of a blue fox standing next to the unmistakable form of Lord-Admiral Markus Tokarev. "... The woman, Krystal Indari-Tokarev... she needs to meet with me at some point soon. There's something she needs to know. Her and her husband."
*** Dragon'taan Bank ***
The Bank was closed, their business hours being between 0800 Hours until 1800 Hours.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Oh, good - you're here," Andrew said, putting his Mjolnir helmet on. "Think you can keep it together for a meeting with a member of the DMC's High Command Staff?" he asked Blaine.
*** USLV Assured Victory, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Commander, you have the Conn. Ambre, can you guide me to General Bellator's residence?" Luro asked Ambre.
*** Bellator Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Scourge paused, grunted softly, sensing something in the Force.
*** Jedi Temple Entrance, Coruscant ***
Kyle was nearly knocked over, chuckling to Gypsie, "Something you want to tell me?"
*** Geidi IV ***
The director shook his head. "No. Little one is prize." he looked down at Angel, motioning his head. "Come - let's get show on road."
*New Romulus*
The copilot asked Anna: "So, where to next? The Brotherhood will likely be the easiest target. The Tal Shiar are harder to take out, yet the reward is higher." Anna commanded him: "See where and when shipments for New Romulus are launched." "The Tal Shiar it is. I'll start working on it right away."
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam grumbled. In the excitement he forgot it was only open during the day, while it was currently night. It would take at least six hours before it opened. He looked around to see if there was any restaurant or anything similar still open.
*"Sith" Tal Shiar*
The Leviathans responded: "Please continue. We'll be happy to relay the message."
-
*** Indari Manor, Front porch, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn was sitting in a foyer chair, a shoe half off his foot, as seemingly he passed out when he was taking his shoes off.
After a small amount of time of Kyle and Nari talking, Fawn sputtered and woke up, lazily standing up and walking towards Kyle before falling, "SsshhhiiittTT", and he fell with a thud since he had one foot half out of his shoe. Fawn slowly got up, rubbing his head and looking at Kyle and Nari, "Who's this...?
*** Jedi Temple Entrance, Coruscant ***
Gypsie was on the verge of falling, but caught herself on Kyle, holding onto his torso, looking up at him, "U-uhm... Some people here know you... some guy with blonde hair just talked to me... I heard you name in his speaking... but I was a tad distracted.", she then got her footing and stood up.
*** Geidi IV ***
Angel looked at the Rep she was still hiding behind, starting to cautiously walk behind the Director, but at a distance, sadly looking back at the Rep who was so kind to her.
--- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ---
Once Felicity's egg was brought closer to the printer, there was a blue surge of light that seemingly interacted with the 3d printer, then after a few minutes the printer would beep, showing a ready light and a rotating 3d schematic on a previewing monitor, it detailing quickly what was in the file.
-
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Fawn, this is Nari - she's with our Special Operations Division," Kyle told Fawn. "You okay? Kinda hit your head kinda hard." He looked back at Nari. "And what exactly do the clans want?"
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"Blonde hair...?" Kyle repeated, looking up at Luke. "Oh, him. That's Vader's son, Luke." He turned and resumed course for the dorms, heading down the hall, his pace slowing gradually.
*** Geidi IV ***
The director and Derrik would lead Angel up to a balcony, where they both stood aside to give a clear look at Angel. While most of them cheered, one did not - a female, with human looks and dragon eyes, face paint much like her mother's. She studied Angel from the distance, her presence seeming to be reassuring and determined.
*** Dragon'taan ***
As luck would have it, there was such a place nearby, indicated on a nearby map directory - and it was within walking distance.
*** Sith Tal Shiar Staging Area ***
"That is the message - she and Markus must meet with me, and soon. Something needs to be brought to their attention. If it helps, this is where they should meet with me," Torrentus said, her ship transmitting a set of coordinates that pointed to an area near the Peragus III Asteroid Field.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"As much as we can about the Eternal Fleet," Andrew responded. "Zuko, you have the Conn. Blaine, you, Danielson and I will meet Luro and his party down planetside and go with them to... well, wherever it is they're going."
*** USLV Assured Victory, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Luro walked toward the shuttle bay, hoping Ambre was in tow.
*** Sangheilios Orbital Station ***
"Did you? Then why sweat over it?" the Sangheili Major asked. "You might be able to fool the UNSC with a lie like that, but we are much more vigilant. Tell me who you really are, and what you're really here for, and maybe we'll let you be on your way."
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
"Indeed. At any rate--" Huki was cut off by his radio, squawking in the Sangheili tongue. He frowned, then responded, and then brought up an image on his wrist computer. His frown deepened, and he looked to the guard. Showing the image - the "trade ship" docked at the orbital station - he asked, "Does this ship look at all familiar to you?"
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
"It's public knowledge - if less-known - that when he was going through training, Commander Lasky developed an allergy to Cytoprethaline, a drug that is injected to keep ice crystals from forming in cells during cryosleep. Every time he woke from it, he had severe blisters and difficulty breathing. He narrowly avoided a medical discharge from that," the NCO replied. "We Sangheili respect and admire his... resilience."
-
*Sangheilios Orbital Station*
Ardos sighed, weighed his options, and spoke. "Alright...alright. I'm not a trader. I'm working for Great Leader. I'm just trying to make ends meet. I'm sure you understand, right? Just trying to scrape by in the backends of space."
*Sangheilios refugee camp*
The guard nodded. "That's the collection ship. Ardos is her captain."
*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray shuddered. "I-I'm sorry to hear that."
-
---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Slowly gray cyan text would fade into the agent's vision while Shoon watched. The agent would start to hear a voice explaining to him how everything works while features slowly enter his vision, direct audio channels, tracking, and so and so forth.
(I am waiting for the rest for party at the Bellator residence to finish preparing)
-
** UNSC Allegiance, Dragon'taan Orbit **
"Roger doger," Blaine replied, slinging his rifle to the side. He walked to the elevator doors and waited for the other two, lighting a cigarette.
Danielson followed him and found a spot against the wall to wait at. "I don't think I had the chance before on Sedra, but you can call me Kozik." He said to Blaine.
"Kozik. That's a odd name, dude." Blaine replied, laughing. "It's a family name, prick." Kozik snapped back, slinging his SMG, to which Blaine laughed harder.
-
*Dragon'taan*
Without anywhere else to go, Fayam just walked towards the site.
*New Romulus*
Within minutes, the copilot worked out a list of planned transports. He showed it to Anna and she picked one that would go from a reasonable distance. She grabbed the helm and set course.
*"Sith" Tal Shiar*
The Leviathans replied: "As you wish. We'll set off, then. May the universe give you peace." After those words, they steered the refurbished ship away.
-
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Fawn, this is Nari - she's with our Special Operations Division," Kyle told Fawn. "You okay? Kinda hit your head kinda hard." He looked back at Nari. "And what exactly do the clans want?"
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"Blonde hair...?" Kyle repeated, looking up at Luke. "Oh, him. That's Vader's son, Luke." He turned and resumed course for the dorms, heading down the hall, his pace slowing gradually.
*** Geidi IV ***
The director and Derrik would lead Angel up to a balcony, where they both stood aside to give a clear look at Angel. While most of them cheered, one did not - a female, with human looks and dragon eyes, face paint much like her mother's. She studied Angel from the distance, her presence seeming to be reassuring and determined.
*** Dragon'taan ***
As luck would have it, there was such a place nearby, indicated on a nearby map directory - and it was within walking distance.
*** Sith Tal Shiar Staging Area ***
"That is the message - she and Markus must meet with me, and soon. Something needs to be brought to their attention. If it helps, this is where they should meet with me," Torrentus said, her ship transmitting a set of coordinates that pointed to an area near the Peragus III Asteroid Field.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"As much as we can about the Eternal Fleet," Andrew responded. "Zuko, you have the Conn. Blaine, you, Danielson and I will meet Luro and his party down planetside and go with them to... well, wherever it is they're going."
*** USLV Assured Victory, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Luro walked toward the shuttle bay, hoping Ambre was in tow.
*** Sangheilios Orbital Station ***
"Did you? Then why sweat over it?" the Sangheili Major asked. "You might be able to fool the UNSC with a lie like that, but we are much more vigilant. Tell me who you really are, and what you're really here for, and maybe we'll let you be on your way."
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
"Indeed. At any rate--" Huki was cut off by his radio, squawking in the Sangheili tongue. He frowned, then responded, and then brought up an image on his wrist computer. His frown deepened, and he looked to the guard. Showing the image - the "trade ship" docked at the orbital station - he asked, "Does this ship look at all familiar to you?"
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
"It's public knowledge - if less-known - that when he was going through training, Commander Lasky developed an allergy to Cytoprethaline, a drug that is injected to keep ice crystals from forming in cells during cryosleep. Every time he woke from it, he had severe blisters and difficulty breathing. He narrowly avoided a medical discharge from that," the NCO replied. "We Sangheili respect and admire his... resilience."
--/Dragon'taan. \--
- Indari Manor-
"They want to meet a representative." NAri replied. "and that likely may include one of their combat trials...." She added.
-Tigress armory--
"OH COMMON!" Amps growled pressing the start button on the printer.
--- USLV Assured Victory, Dragon'taan Orbit--
Ambre was indeed following along in her feral wolf form, why? She just wanted to, which probably explained why she never responded to Luro.
-
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
Gypsie walked along with Kyle peering into the rooms that they passed, seeing nearly identical people, aside from some others, but to her they all looked pretty similar.
*** Geidi IV ***
Angel got more skittish from the roar of the crowd outside, as once they were planted on the balcony, she tried to run away back inside, but was forced back to the other two by a close-standing guard. Once returned to the Rep and the Director, Angel quickly turned to Derrik and hugged him, her body shaking in fear.
--/Dragon'taan. \--
- Indari Manor-
Fawn stumbled next to Kyle and rubbed his eyes, "Can I help with this thing?"
-Tigress armory--
After the button was pressed, the printer stabbed the egg with an arm, causing the internals to spill out in-sync with the machine's movements to pool the innards and rebuild Felicity. First a shell was built that instantly ignited the core in Felicity, igniting her body in light that quickly faded as her body shell kept building, then once the glow of her body was dimmed to a soft glow, her fur and feathers poofed that made her look like a frizzed bunny. It wouldn't be until another hour until Felicity would be finished being reconstructed.
-
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
Kyle stopped before the door of one specific room. He hesitated before opening it. Inside were the standard amenities of a room, but to Kyle, it was as though nothing had changed since he left.
"That room is available if you want it," Luke said from behind the group, standing there with his father behind him. Kyle didn't directly answer, just stepped inside. He wordlessly walked to a wall, slowly gesturing. A slot in the wall opened, and he put his hand on the revealed pad.
"Access Code Black Viking," he spoke. There was a beep, and a section of the wall before him popped open, like a hidden wall safe. He reached inside, and retrieved a single Lightsaber:
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He activated it, and a blue blade flared to life. Luke stood with a surprised frown. "I had no idea that was there," he said.
"That's why I kept it hidden here; you'd never know it was here unless you knew to look for it," Kyle responded.
"That weapon has some... sentimental value to you," Vader surmised.
"Not exactly," Kyle answered. "This weapon... was a trophy. It once belonged to a Sith Lord - Darth Malgus. I acquired it after defeating a dark Force-user who'd been possessed by him."
*** Geidi IV ***
Derrik held Angel close. The director motioned his head, and Derrik wordlessly took Angel back inside as the director began addressing the crowd.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I don't know, Fawn," Kyle responded. "I'm on Shore Leave, and I need you to keep an eye on the little one, at least until we know he's safe from any further infections or such." He looked back at Nari. "But... perhaps Mathayus can represent the DMC. Or General K'torr. They're available."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Shuttles carrying the representatives from the Allegiance and the Assured Victory were launched from their respective ships, granted clearance to land planetside. Both shuttles would land in the spaceport, where Andrew would meet up with Luro, both of whom hoping their companions didn't get lost in this city.
"Where to, master Luro?" Andrew joked.
"We must find General Draco Bellator - and quickly," Luro responded. "Before he leaves."
"Lead the way," Andrew said. Luro complied, and began heading out into the city.
*** Dragon'taan ***
The Restaurant that Fayam was headed for was indeed, open, and the receptionist greeted him with a smile. "Welcome to Grand Dragons! How may I help you?"
*** Bellator Residence ***
Draco came down the stairs with Kira. "Everyone, pack up - we're gonna go meet with our allies out there as soon as we can. Ghost, did you and Scourge get a lock on Lana's location?"
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
"Don't be - Lasky now serves as the Commander of the finest ship in UNSC hands - the UNSC Infinity," the Sangheili NCO responded.
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
"That ship just docked with the Orbital Station. And they tried to lie to us," Huki replied. "Any idea what they're here to collect?"
*** Sangheilios Orbital Station ***
"That still doesn't answer why you're here and why you tried to lie to us," the Major responded. "What are you really after, Captain?" the Major all but hissed the last part.
-
+__Indari Manor, Dragon'taan___
"If Mathayus is any good at hand to hand without the force, your brother will do, if his wife is okay with it." Nari resplied, looking to Fawn. "Him on the other hand." She pointed to Fawn. "Will not be a good idea to come, I apologize ,but we don't want to look weak in front of a bunch of Warriors of the clans." Nari sighed.
__ Dock 2A Shuttle 1B____
A Blue Vixen stepped out of the Shuttle onto Dragon'taan ground and slowly walking towards the exit of the dock, waiting for someone as she continued her slow pace outside.
_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
"We need to get you a better power source." Amps grumbled.
__ Dragon'taan Orbit __
Morphing back to her normal form, Ambre turned to , Luro "I don't know where General Bellator's home is though I imagine he'll be meeting us if the situation is that dire, Luro." She explained.
_Krystal's Back yard, KRystal's Mansion, New Cerinia_
Sitting on small ,but low rocky pedestal in what seemed to be a large lush garden, almost like a mini jungle a young teen aged female black, white striped tiger sat in a meditative stance, waiting for someone, wearing very light clothing,a black Bikini, with a very short skirt.
-
** Dragon'taan Orbit **
Blaine and Kozik followed the group, both sticking out like sore thumbs. Kozik's armor was identical to Blaine's original armor, ODST standard with cosmetic add-ons to his helmet and chest plate.
"Last time I got out of that ship for anything other than combat was months ago," Kozik said, looking up at the building as Blaine observed the passing crowds.
-
(Blaine, I'll respond to your post after Shoon posts his bit.)
*** Dock 2A Shuttle 1B ***
Markus came out of that shuttle, still messing with his casual clothes, trying to get them right. "Not sure this shirt is my size... feels a little tight. And itchy."
*** Krystal's Back yard, Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
A young blue vixen/tiger hybrid walked out, dressed in a bath robe. "Dressing a little light, huh sis?" she asked.
-
- - - Krystal's Back yard, Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia - - -
"You should see what Mom wears back here." Celina noted.
_ - _Dock 2A Shuttle 1B, Dragon'taan - _ -
"Markus...You grabbed my shirt..." Krystal sighed pressing her paw/palm into her face above her muzzle.
-
*** Krystal's Back yard, Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"Ugh..." Saraabi said with a shudder. "Yeah, thanks for the nightmares, Celina. A little too much info."
*** Dock 2A Shuttle 1B, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh... no wonder it's so tight..." Markus said with evident embarrassment. He ran back into the shuttle and came back out with a shirt that looked Hawaiian. "Better?" he asked his wife.
-
__-Krystal's Back yard, Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia-_
Celina just shrugged in response. "Why did you follow me out here anyway?"
_ _- Dock 2A Shuttle 1B, Dragon'taan -_ _
"I think you looked better in my shirt." Krystal giggled, walking on outside.
-
*** Krystal's Back yard, Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"Do I need a reason to spend time with my own sister?" Saraabi asked.
*** Dock 2A Shuttle 1B, Dragon'taan ***
"Har-har," Markus responded, following her. "So where to?"
Nearby, a black panther in a worn flight suit stood looking over a map of Draco City.
-
Krystal's Back yard, Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ---
"No, it's just kinda odd you came out here." Celina replied simply.
_-_ Dock 2A Shuttle 1B, Dragon'taan _-_
"I was thinking Sol's but we've been there, a lot so time for something...." The Blue vixen was cut off.
Dock 2a 1A next door suddenly exploded violently, another blue fox looking exatly like Krystal wearing Sith trooper armor (https://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/swtor/images/9/99/Sith_Trooper.png/revision/latest?cb=20101120121658&path-prefix=nl) without the helmet rushed out from the docking bay passing by the black panther, putting on the helmet as the odd figure ran into the streets.
"I say we get that trooper!" Krystal said taking off into a run after the trooper, whom she had not seen with the helmet off.
-
*Sangheilios Orbital station*
Ardos sighed heavily, and dropped his paws. "Guess the adventure is over," he whispered before continuing. "Well...you've sussed me. I am...I was after the fugitives from Mongdrigo. They're wanted for disobeying Great Leader, assembly without proper consent, and escaping from their penal labor." He produced a signed contract from Great Leader, along with the diplomatic immunity granted by Great Leader. "Great Leader has bestowed upon me immunity, along with payment for completing his task."
*Sangheilios Surface, Refugee Camp*
The refugee leader flushed, his eyes wide with terror. "T-That's his ship! He's here!? Ardos means to take us back! Please," the guard dropped to his knees, paws clasped above his head. "Great Leader will have us slaughtered! By his Marked if not by the monsters!"
*Armored cruiser Ardent*
Ray nodded slowly. "Huh. I guess the UNSC don't breed their soldiers." He seemed perplexed by the concept, before asking "how much longer till we reach uhh...Reach?"
-
_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
Felicity was still out like a light, but slowly woke up as she heard Amps, raising her head from a curl and looking dopey, "But *Yawn* why? I have you."
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
Gypsie was ettranced by the mechanism, that is until she noticed Luke and Vader behind her, their presence scaring her, causing her, in one swift motion, slapping them both in a spin, to then eep and run to hide behind Kyle, muttering to herself only loud enough for Kyle to hear, "I'm dead..."
*** Geidi IV ***
Angel was practically dragged inside due to her legs having locked from fear, but once they were inside, Angel pushed her face into Derrik, saying something in an odd language, but the tone of her voice could be heard as distressed.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn took offense, "WEAK? Who says I'm weak!?", he then pushed pass Kyle and stepped closer to Nari, "I'll have you know I've taken down buildings, eliminated a crime ring by killing the leader, and I highly doubt some damn Tribal leader would even survive my other!... er... er... errrrrriiIIII mean, s-sure! I-I'll stay here with the kid.", Fawn then turned around, white-faced, walking away like a stiff robot.
-
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Good job," Kyle told Nari sarcastically. "You just insulted the doc."
*** Geidi IV ***
Derrik held Angel close, not understanding a word she said, but getting she was distressed. He shushed her, telling her things would be alright, though in his mind, he didn't know for how long.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"You shouldn't sneak up on people like that," Kyle told Luke and Vader.
"My apologies, young one," Vader said. "I did not mean to scare you."
"Father tries not to be intimidating," Luke explained. "But some people still fear him because of the reputation he had as Darth Vader."
*** Sangheilios Orbital Station ***
"Yet you come here, in an armed warship, lied to us, insulted us as fools - whether you know it or not - and expect us to hand over refugees to your honorless swine!" The Major barked. "In case you don't realize the gravity of your situation, you stand in Sangheili territory, with the entire USRDF staring you down, weapons heated and pointed at you, and with allies close at hand! Those refugees belong to us now - any further acts to take them will be considered an act of war! So you can go back to your 'Great Leader' and tell him that the United Sangheili Republic protects its own, and we will be watching!"
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
"You can relax - I have a good friend talking to him. We will not let him take you back," Huki assured the leader. "By the way, I never got your name..."
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
"Can't say," the NCO replied. "You'll have to speak to the Helmsman on the Bridge." He motioned for a nearby door. "Bridge is at the core of the ship."
*** Krystal's Back yard, Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"What's so weird about me coming out here? I live here, too, you know," Saraabi said to Celina. "Where'd mom and dad go?"
*** Dock 2A Shuttle 1B, Dragon'taan ***
Markus cursed under his breath as he ran after Krystal. "Never a dull moment around here..."
The panther that had been studying the map, though confused, gave chase as well.
-
--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan --+
Nari held her hand in a pinching posture where the bridge of her eyes met her muzzle "Look, this is a very important meeting, Kyle. I'm sorry I offended your friend, but I don't have time we need to get going now, if we don't get there in time , the clans may see this as an insult to their honor and that could spark a war, we have enough to deal with right now...." She explained "I don't know if you can tell ,but i'm very stressed out about this I just returned from Glacius after capturing an imperial base that was secretly setup there and now i've been summoned to Arc-Royal for this important meeting.
--- Krystal's Back yard, Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ----
Completely dodging the first question, Celina went on "They went out, why?" She asked, starting to get up.
--- Near Dock 2A Shuttle 1B, Dragon'taan --- -
Krystal chased after the Sith trooper that had not only bombed the docking bay ,but also now was pushing people around and even onto their knees or faces as 'he' continued to run away heading deeper into the city, but slightly towards Indari manor.
--Tigress armory, Dragon'taan--
"I wasn't good enough to keep you from going into that egg form." Amps sighed.
-
((Alright, I'll await Shoon.))
-
*Sangheilios Surface: Refugee Camp*
The old guard nodded. "Right...I forgot." He seemed to struggle greatly to remember his name. After a minute, he spoke. "I'm Garrus McClarin." He blinked, shaking his head. "I've not addressed myself as such in a long time...a very long time."
*Sangheilios Orbital Station*
Ardos flinched, visibly frightened by the thought of returning without his quarry. He shuffled uncomfortably before speaking. "F-fine. B-But your Republic will r-regret this. I...I am sorry." He turned, starting towards the ship.
*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray nodded, leaving find the command deck. After a few moments, he stepped inside, completely in awe of the deck. Ray collected himself, and spoke. "H-How much longer? I-I really need to deliver this data." He was also concerned by the idea that Captain Ardos or one of Great Leader's other lackies would track him down.
-
---Bellator Residence---
"We may have something" The ghost said flying towards him, parts shifting "I have found traces around the marketplace, we should look there".
---DMC Military R&D Lab, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
After some time the set-up tutorial has ended "How do you feel now? Do you have any questions?"
-
*** Geidi IV ***
Although Angel had no knowledge of understanding of Derrik's words, she could feel the kindness in his voice and was instantly calmed down. Looking up at him, Angel pointed down the hallway they came from before the arena, trying to tug him to go with her. Lucky for the two, the guards weren't posted inside... at least not immediately around them.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
Gypsie replied shakily, "I slapped you both because you snuck up on me.... and from what I've heard about you two..."
--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan --+
Fawn had wandered off somewhere else in the manor, muttering to himself about what he had said.
--Tigress armory, Dragon'taan--
Felicity looked down, "I did go into that form, but thanks to you I'm not dead... There are reasons why I am like I am..."
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*** Geidi IV ***
Derrik shook his head. "No... we can't go. Not now." He paused, then added, "But I can keep you safe until the tournament is over... and god willing, you'll end up in the hands of someone who can truly take care of you." He motioned his head for Angel to follow her, looking sad and worried.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"Luke doesn't have a bad reputation, I do," Anakin responded. "And I've been working hard to undo that reputation."
"Regardless... I have what I came here for," Kyle said, extinguishing the blue lightsaber and clipping it to his belt. "I need you two to do me a favor - draw off the corporate scumbags that came after Gypsie and I. We'll slip out under cloak and head elsewhere."
"We are not unaware of the movements of Tondam Corporation," Anakin said. "We can, if you desire, deal with them."
"Suggestion: That would be highly advisable, as Master Vasily and Master Gypsie cannot face them alone," Hector suggested. "Addendum: But we still must make an effort to disappear from Tondam's corporate radar."
"We'll take care of it," Luke said. "The Alliance Military still owes me a few favors."
Kyle turned to Gypsie and put his hands on her shoulders. "I imagine you've had enough of the urban jungle - but we can discuss our next destination on the Chimera. You need to do anything here before we depart?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Then take Mathayus," Kyle told Nari. He then headed off after Fawn.
Fawn, however, would bump into Mathayus himself. "Hello, doctor," the former Cerinian Sith greeted him.
*** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"We can discuss it en route - let's go," Draco said. He motioned for those present to follow, and headed out the door...
... and promptly ran into Luro and the others.
"Greetings, General Bellator," the Sangheili Force-User greeted him. Behind Luro stood Andrew, and behind Andrew, he hoped Blaine and his pal.
(Blaine, did I ever send that pic of General Bellator?)
*** Near Dock 2A Shuttle 1B, Dragon'taan ***
Markus ran after the assailant, near Krystal, and the panther in tow.
"Would someone mind explaining what the f*** is going on?!" Panther demanded.
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
"A name is a terrible thing to lose," Huki said. He paused, hearing something in his comm unit, and nodded. "Seems Captain Ardos has been... 'convinced' to leave this system."
*** Sangheilios Orbital Station ***
The Sangheili watched the Captain leave, and closed the airlock between them. But every ship in orbit kept weapons trained on his ship, until it would leave the system.
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
"We'll be in Reach orbit in..." the helmsman paused to consult his console. "... thirty-eight minutes."
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((Yeah, dude.))
** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan **
Blaine and Kozik stopped, quickly snapping a salute before going back to looking around the surrounding.
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--- Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan---
Ambre stood behind Luro silent and calm, though seeming to do exercises as she waited there, flexing her legs as she repeatedly crouched down.
-- Indari Manor --
"GET DOWN!" Nari said jumping onto Kyle as a laser shot fired straight at Kyle nicking, Nari as she had put herself in the way, the culprit a Sith trooper running towards the Manor from the city, in an attempt to finish what 'he' started.
" This is security, business, Cilvilan! Krystal said to the panther, not recognizing him. as she ran up towards the manor seeing the Sith trooper fire a Rifle at the Manor.
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*Sangheilios Orbit*
Captain Ardos boarded the vessel and started away. After reaching the minimum safe distance, the ship started up its warp system, leaving a few minutes later.
*Mongdrigo, Great Leader's tactical room*
Ardos position had been pinned just as he left. A few minutes passed, before a message was sent to Sangheilios. It was an automated voice, completely inhuman and unnatural, and it would read out 'Return what was stolen.'
*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray nodded and collected the data module.
*Sangheilios surface, refugee camp*
Garrus nodded. "Yeah...almost half of my people here only know their Worker ID. And for good reason; it's the only thing that they can actually call their own. Until now, that is."
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---Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan---
The ghost flew into Dawn as he walked to the door and was promptly stopped as with everyone else "So close to back to adventuring" Dawn muttered to himself.
((Do I control the Tal Shair agent now?))
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*** Geidi IV ***
Angel saw Derrik's expression and followed along, trying to hold his hand as they walked along. Upon contact with exposed skin, Angel would be transmitting her feelings to who she trusts in immediate contact, so in this case, it was Derrik. Angel felt confused and scared, which if Derrik didn't notice this already, he should now... all considering if he let hold his hand.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
Despite Luke and Anakin's good vibes, Gypsie was still very wary of them, bringing up a charm from her hip pouch and clipping it to a hide necklace she had on, turning to Kyle and walking out with him, "N-no... I'm fine...".
Seemingly the charm Gypsie had on would make methods of telepathy difficult for any who may try, and would greatly weaken methods of telekinesis towards her. As long as it were on her necklace.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn had his head down as he walked off, not watching where he was going, clearly in a fit, that is until he literally bumped into Mathayus, stumbling back, his hands fidgeting with things around him, taking pieces of loose items near him and making them into convoluted knots, "U-uh, hello, Mathayus... What are you doing up so late?"
--Tigress armory, Dragon'taan--
Felicity continued to look down, "Fine... but who can we trust to do the upgrades?... or even attempt to... "
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***Sangheilios Orbit***
Only an hour or so later, does a ship following the departure of Captain Ardos's vessel does another, smaller vessel make its way towards the station located on Sangheilios. As it approaches, a message appears towards the overseer of the location. "I bring a target of interest to your people, as promised. Clearance to dock?" Simple and to the point.
To those looking at the ship from orbit, they'd notice its design resembles that of a UNSC Longsword Fighter, yet modified to have some drastic changes. Thrusters on the bottom for easier landings, overall larger hull, missile launchers underneath the wings as well as a rail cannon just below the cockpit. Its overall shape is less pointed and jagged then normal UNSC tech, seemingly having added in parts of various other groups to it. Its coloration is simple, mostly painted black with long white strips crossing the center and the two wings, with a symbol on the right side of its front, difficult to make out at this time and a ton more that isn't so easily spotted.
(Also, hello everyone! <3 )
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_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
"The only people I'd trust with that would either be Tigress herself, Serena or Argo." Amps replied.
_ Sangheilios orbit._
A blue (https://lparchive.org/Freespace-2/Update%2017.5/img-27.jpg) portal of some sort appeared in orbit of the planet a Large ship (http://i.imgur.com/oK7TxcZ.png) appearing out of the portal, a destroyer easily dwarfing, the highly modified Longsword type fighter, if not making it look like a gnat, 'pulled' out of the portal into the system, the side of the ship bearing it's name Borealis Although the ships shields were on it's weapons were not. The large Destroyer hailed the surface, "Borealis to Sangheilios, We've got some cargo you 'might' be interested in."
(Whookadwj vhaodt, welcome to the wonderful Galaxy at large, personally I like the Broadsword better ,but everybody has their preference.)
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/// INCOMING NEW PERSONNEL DATA ///
Subject name: Polaris
Age: 28
Gender: Male
Race: Caprian
Homeworld: Caprastican Republic
Height: 180cm
Weight: 95kg
Profession: Contracted mercenary
Equipment: Valkyr Mk. V full body combat armor, Rechargable energy shield projector, Skjold Mk. IV portable energy riot shield, VT-10 Hailstorm pulse submachine gun, XV-31 Spectre pistol, Combat knife, Emergency nanogel pack, 2x HE grenades.
Short bio: A Caprastican mercenary of few words. Cold headed in combat and follows his duties to the letter from his employers. Skilled in a defensive and diversion combat and prefers to medium to short range engagements with the enemy and using his energy based military class energy riot shield to absorb most of the incoming enemy fire, while using his modified SMG to suppress the enemy lines and drawing the enemy attention and fire to himself to allow allied units to deal with the hostiles instead. Known to have a friendly, considering and humorous demeanor and can get along with nearly everyone he meets. However, on the down side, he is known to be pragmatic, short tempered and easily distracted.
Current assignment: Recruited by the NSF admiral Lokahviing for an assignment on planet Nirn. Meeting with the admiral for further details of his mission at the Alpha Base high on top of the Jerall Mountains within the imperial province of Cyrodiil, located near the borders of Skyrim.
/// END OF NEW PERSONNEL DATA ///
*Planet Nirn, Alpha Base star port*
After a long travel aboard a military from Ardelia star system to the planet Nirn aboard a private NSF light-corvette, Polaris had arrived at the Alpha Base’s star port that housed many NSF craft ranging from interceptors, bombers and shuttles of all kinds were stationed, along with the many different races from every corner of Tamriel in their official NSF uniforms scurrying around the base deeper within, after he had passed a security checkpoint at the said star port with green lights and an confirmation he was here to meet with the admiral Lokahviing and give directions to the debriefing room where he might be at the moment.
“Right… Now that that’s part is taken care of, let’s go find admiral Lokahviing…” The ram thought to himself, as he readjusted his duffle bag on his shoulder and began walking towards the more bustling corridors of the Alpha Base to find the debriefing room like instructed by an imperial star port security officer at the checkpoint.
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*** Alpha Base, Nirn ***
Directly behind Polaris would be a Nord, with two Katanas strapped to his belt and an SG-9 Raptor Assault Rifle in his arms. He would follow Polaris, surprised the ram was going seemingly to the same briefing room he was. That being the case, he decided to introduce himself. "I gather you're going to see Admiral Lokahviing, too? I'm Andru. But my colleagues from the SSF call me Blade-Dancer."
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
One Sangheili voice - a female one - addressed the Borealis: "Copy, Borealis - stand by for approach vector."
Another voice - a deep, male voice - addressed the other ship that had arrived: "Copy, hunter vessel - clearance granted. Land in Hangar One. Transmitting approach vector. Be advised, Kaidon 'Vadam will meet you there personally to take custody of the target."
At the same time, a transmission was sent to Mongdrigo: "We have stolen nothing. Falsely accuse us or threaten us again, and it will be considered an act of war."
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
"As I said, a name is a terrible thing to lose. But here, you can make a fresh start," Huki told him. "If you ever need anything, or spot anything unusual..." he handed Garrus a portable comm unit. "Contact me."
*** Geidi IV ***
Derrik led Angel to his private office, showed her hsi fridge - stuffed with cold water and snacks - and his recreational room. He hoped the contents of this place would keep Angel busy while the Tournament went on.
*** Jedi Temple Grounds, Coruscant ***
"In that case, we need to make our way back to the shuttle, and get back aboard the Chimera," Kyle said. He accessed his comm unit. "Gemini, is the resupply done?"
"Affirmative," Gemini replied.
"Good - prep the ship to leave - we'll be up shortly - Vasily out," Kyle said. He tried to gently take Gypsie's hand, to lead her back toward the shuttle where it was landed.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I heard a commotion out here," Mathayus replied. He looked up toward the doorway, then headed over and saw Nari tackle Kyle, and immediately be followed by blaster bolts. Mathayus rushed over to deflect any further shots, lightsaber active.
Markus was close by the assailant, ready to tackle her to the ground.
*** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan ***
(Shoon, I figured we were done with the Tal Shiar agent, but if you want to have some fun with him, go ahead.)
Draco returned the salutes that were given to him. "I sense you all are the ones bent on aiding me," Draco surmised.
"That we are," Andrew agreed.
"I assume you sensed it," Luro said.
"The Eternal Fleet," Draco affirmed. "But we need to get a colleague of mine - and she's on Coruscant." Draco looked to Blaine and Kozik. "How familiar are you two with Urban Operations?"
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
Some time later, the Ardent and her attendant battle group dropped out of slipspace, and Shipmaster Ado stepped aside to allow Ray to use the comm array to contact his colleagues.
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-- Alpha Base Nirn --
a HUGE spherical ship (http://www.sarna.net/files/download/media/images/product_scans/tro_scans/dropship/mercer.gif) descended down from the sky, gently landing on one of the bases large vehicle depo lot, it's large ramp opening to let a single Nova Cat (https://s3.amazonaws.com/duxsite-battletech/ad4dd97f0302ce0c3aca4ff0ec63db9103cd36d430b85c101960e065f10bb124u980.jpg) Mech walk onto the ground, turning it's torso to survey the land, the pilot or Mechwarrior inside, a Grey she-wolf, scanned over the landscape, hand below her muzzle as she thought "Why are we on such a beautiful planet?" Lupe the Grey she-wolf asked, as she turned the torso of her mech towards the base. "Shame we have to wait here so long for a jumpship." the she-wolf added, her tall Battlemech standing out among the various tanks and military vehicles at the depo.
--- Sangheiios Orbit, Borealis Bridge ---
"Affirmative, control we'll wait here ,but any delays for the Kadion's supplies are on you." Said Rae, a White vixen, wearing what appeared to be a standard UNSC Captain uniform , though the various changes including the DMC logo in place of the UNSC one and other varying medals, clearly made the uniform of the DMC/NCC. Turning off the comm. The vixen turned to her crew an Orange hologram Dragon "Why again am I wearing this uniform it's stiff and itchy!" the she-fox complained.
"You chose to wear it ,you expect a uniform that's been sitting in a closet for one and a half year to not be stiff?" Argo the orange dragon hologram asked.
-- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan --
Krystal tackled the assailant to the ground knocking off her helmet, the blue vixen paused staring at her 'clone' who promptly took advantage of the moment, but the attempt was blocked as Krystal blocked her clones' punch with her hand, the two continued to fight on the ground punching kicking and rolling around seeming to be evenly matched.
-- Bellator Residence --
"The situation seems pretty dire.." Ambre noted.
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** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan **
"Very familiar, sir. Kind of our specialty," Blaine replied, Kozik nodding in agreement. "Get us above the location, drop us in and we'll handle the rest." Kozik added.
At that moment, Blaine received a message over his CNI. "Oh, well. Long time since I heard from you," Blaine said out loud to himself. "Oh, my bad." He said to the others. "Just got a message from an old client. Some contractor." He said, going back to the message.
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*Mongdrigo to Sangheilios*
The message repeated, unshaken by the threat.
*Refugee Camp*
Garrus smiled as he took the comms unit. "Thank you, Commander. I'm glad we've found such a charitable race." He then started towards his shack, speaking over his shoulder. "Tomorrow, my people will arrange a gift, to show our gratitude for your help. But, we must rest now." He stopped at his doorway, waved, and stepped inside. Though the old raccoon was tired, some youths had stepped from their hiding places, timidly approaching Huki and those under his command.
*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray gasped as Reach came into view. He turned to the nearest crewman, a fearful light in his eyes. "T-They're infested with Tiberium too!?" However, Ray was referring to the sprawling grasslands and forests, as he had never seen grass before, like many others his age.
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**Planet Nirn, Alpha Base**
Walking down the bustling corridor and looking around curiously, the ram's attention was quickly taken by the sudden voice coming from behind and upon turning his head around, he saw a human wearing two katanas on his belt and an assault rifle on his arms. Judging by the military armor and it's colors alone he wore, he could gather that he belonged to the SSF branch of the NSF military, who were according to what he read briefly of Nirn and it's history beforehand on his flight to Nirn; the more covert and elite military group who specialized in high risk missions no other like the armies of the empire for example could not handle.
"W-why yes! I did indeed arrived here on Nirn just moments ago aboard an NSF ship from Ardelia system to meet up with Admiral Lokahviing! Pleased to meet you, Andru! I can really see why they'd call you with such a title! Those are quite neat looking blades." He smirked a bit as he looked down at his dual katanas hanging from his belt on his sides. "So, judging by that I bumped into you just now, I can assume there might be more people joining us very soon to meet up with the Admiral Lokahviing?" He asked curiously, while walking alongside the human Nord towards their supposed destination.
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**Sanghelilos Orbit-Sanghelilos Dock 1**
Begin Scan of Personal Date:
Common Alias: Alice
Age: 35 Terran Cycles (Earth Years)
Gender: Female
Race: Anthro Wolfski
Birthplace: Colony Vessel Alexander
Height: 6'1” Feet, 1.86 meters
Weight: 148 Lbs, 67 kg
Profession: Professional Bounty Hunter, Contracted Mercenary
Equipment Currently on hand: VNO Nanofiber Suit Mrk III (Current Arm Modifications: Plasma Blade and Laser Drill), ASU 8.7 MM All Purpose Rifle, UAI Plasma Scattergun Mrk II, ASU .22 MM All Purpose Pistol, 2x EMP grenades, 2x HE-grenades.
(The suit looks along the lines of this. https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/260508622855995392/349978946034728961/dima-gait-ns2-mltpl-fin-0013.png)
Short Bio: A confident and well focused woman, having multiple years of experience and a near life-time of conflict. A go-getter, usually running around with a positive disposition and a generally likable demeanor anytime she isn't on record or conducting business. Her general combat style is well rounded and allows her to use the majority of gear that can be procured on-site alongside that which she takes with her. Long-distance are her forte in the majority of situations, while still being able to hold her own in both medium and close range combat. Preparation does go a long way in her eyes. She can be difficult to convince at times and her naturally shady moral compass makes her a questionable person to work with. Self-preservation is always a top priority to herself, unless she finds you useful. Little else is generally known of this woman and her reputation is kept fairly quiet, but those select few who know her do stand by her reliability.
End Scan
Once she was given her clearance, she'd respond. "Copy that, approaching shortly." At that point she looks up to the roof of the ship, having turned the communications off. "Well, you heard 'em Spikey." She says before spinning her chair around and getting out of the pilot's seat, herself still clad fully in her suit. The ship moves with precision on its own, either controlled by an AI or something else as it cruises into the landing. She takes a look at the locked up sangheili within one of her three holding cells and heads opposite of it, entering a code into a panel on the right side of her vessel and letting it pop open, grabbing what she believed were relatively basic pieces for her trip here... just in case things get messy. Afterwards she'd lock it off, turning around to her captive and placing her palm on the hand scanner, forcing the barrier to power down and leaving him the ability to walk out.
She aims her barrel at him, beckoning her head towards the direction out of the ship. He'd grumble as he brings himself up to his feet, moving past her to the entrance and waiting for the inevitable at this point. The ship finally reaches the dock and flips over to land softly, due to it being much closer, it was more easy to make out what the ship had.
VULCA “Saruta Vul Chara”, a ship that from a distance looked like a typical Longsword with minor changes looks nearly foreign up close. A fusion of both UNSC, Covenant, and various other techs could be made out. The covenant Nanolaminate plates that are strapped onto the ship seem to be oddly loose, and while providing key locations of the ship with added protection, do seem like they are easy to take off. The thrusters seem simple enough and provide the ship with increased control and speed and one can easily make out that its been equipped with both a Warp Drive and a Stealth Drive. Its coloration is as appeared from distance, yet the symbols on the front can be made out now. The first is a symbol of a clothed feminine figure holding her hands in prayer, with the robes being of a blue coloration, the figure being white. Underneath it says "Saruta Vul Chara" The language is considered unknown to most primary factions, but outlaws that have been beyond the primary system's may recognize it. On the other side of the front is the company name of VULCA, mostly known for their modifications of already existing tech that went "Out of Service". They are primarily contracted by mercenaries for their work. While maintaining the standard ASGM-10 Missile Launcher's that are common with this once fighter, a UAI MRK IV Rail Cannon has been added just below the Cockpit.
The ship's ramp finally lowers down, with the captured Sangheili making his way down it only moments afterwards. His remaining gear is evident of being a lasting remnant of those still aligned with the covenant, a Captain no less. Afterward's followed Alice, holding her rifle up against his back.
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Addendum Of Biological Scan, VULCA Modified Longsword Fighter, Designation:”Saruta Vul Chara”
As the Modified Starfighter Drew closer, Whomever operated the Orbital Control handling the hunters approach Vector’s viewscreen flared to life. A message appearing therein in bold red lettering.
-Multiple Unregistered Biological Entities Detected-
--// Initiate Secondary Scan?//--
--//Y/N//--
--Secondary Bioscan Initiated..--Multiple New Lifeforms Detected!--
Designation: Lekgolo
Est Colony size: 300 To 500
Summary: Supplementary Nanolaminate Plating Enveloping Longsword Designated: “Saruta Vul Chara” Masking Sizeable Lekgolo Colony from long distance scanners. Deep scans revealing Substantial interface between lekgolo and primary ship systems.
--Authorize Landing?--
--Incoming Data Packet Detected-- //Source trace//--: “Saruta Vul Chara”:--
--//Open?//--/Y/N//--
--Opening File--
“Saruta Crew Dossier:”
Colony Designation: “Spikey”
Birth Name: “Xatore”
Bond Name: “Sona”
Heritage: “Neyo”
Age: 75 Solar Cycles (EST: 56 Terran Cycles (Earth years)
Race: Lekgolo
Preferred Gestalt; Mgalekgolo// UNSC Designation: Hunter
Threat Level: High
Height: 10’Ft 2’ Inches, Metric: 310.2 Centimeters.
Weight: 4,500 Kilograms; Est. 10,000 lbs
Profession: Navigational, Logistical, Tactical (N.L.T) Support Aboard the Saruta Vul Chara
Secondary Profession: Mobile Weapons Platform, Hunter Killer.
Tertiary Profession: Bounty “Hunter” / Mercenary (Current Status: Contracted)
Equipment: Nanofiber Reinforced Sharqoui Nanolaminate Mk.3 Plated Hunter Armor (Modified), Mgalekgolo Ultra Class Hardened Personal Shield Generator
UAI Customized “Alice Pattern Mgalekgolo Assault Cannon” Mgalekgolo Point Defense Shield Gauntlet.
Likes: Poetry, Meditation, Waffles. Technology
Dislikes: Loud Noises, Reckless use of Technology, Lesser species. Disrespect towards one’s elders.
Bio:
A Stoic lumbering Behemoth of a creature, Spikey likely towers above any one with the questionable fortune of standing before him, Cynical to a fault, With a slightly darker sense of humor than the majority brethren. The Hunter maintained a oddly Nihilistic approach to it’s chosen life, Only really having come to value one non lekgolo individual, The Wolfsky going by the Moniker of “Alice”, Of whom Spikey seems oddly protective for a creature of his stature, yet shows a lack of empathy towards other creatures and has been known to literally trample through both friend and foe alike in order to stick by her side.
Allegedly adhering to a philosophy of “When I say move, you move.” Is a phrase very fitting for this creature. The story of this partnership is relatively unknown and due to the nature of his being, does not respond well to questioning, If at all. Alice is generally unresponsive when asked, as she herself still isn’t exactly sure of the details… it was In her own words “a rather messed up operation.”
|End Bio|
||Addendum||
This record contains all publicly known Information regarding the Lekgolo.
Further Inquiries are directed to the Saruta’s Acting Captain at the viewers discretion.
(Pictural Reference: https://static.comicvine.com/uploads/original/11111/111111411/3464680-4739359551-halo_.jpg)
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(Welcome, comrade. Make yourself at home.)
*** Sangheilios Orbital Spacedock, Sangheilios Orbit ***
As was said, Kaidon Thel 'Vadam met Alice in the landing bay. "I must say," Thel said, "I can see why your usual employers vouch so fiercely in your favor." No motioned his head to one of the Sangheili behind him, and that Sangheili - and his comrade - moved for the captive. Thel motioned with an arm, and the Sangheili carrying the case approched Alice. "Your payment. I trust the target didn't give you too much trouble? Did he say anything noteworthy?"
Elsewhere on the station, the Sangheili did not directly respond, but arrayed their SMAC turrets and Plasma Torpedo Launchers - referred to as "Storm Turrets" - to fend off any possible attack.
At the same time, the voice that had addressed the Borealis before came on the line again: "Borealis, you are cleared for Docking Bay four. Transmitting approach vector now."
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
Huki and his comrades made no sudden or threatening moves - in fact, they went about getting the vehicles on guard ready and patrolling the perimeter, waiting for the next patrol to arrive. Into the camp's midst strode a strange creature - not Sangheili, but draped in a black cloak, the hood pulled over the creature's head. Something metallic glinted briefly on his belt.
*** Alpha Base, Nirn ***
"To answer your question, well... don't laugh, but my wife is insisting on tagging along for this one. She even volunteered her ship," Andru said quietly to Polaris. He motioned to follow as they rounded a corner, heading toward the administration area.
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Reach Orbit ***
"That's not Tiberium, friend," Ado chuckled. "Those are lush, green grasslands and forests. I had my doubts that those would grow back in the early days of Reach's re-colonization. I had thought the Covenant had scorched that planet beyond recovery. But, against expectations, Reach became rife with life again, and not just because of the human colonists."
*** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"You're not 'dropping' in - but we will need your expertise in Urban environments to locate who we're looking for," Draco said. "One of you will need to provide overwatch; our 'eye in the sky' as it were."
"Master, we're short on time," Kira stated.
"I can sense it, too," Luro said. "We'll link up in orbit."
"Actually, I was hoping to borrow those two," Draco said, indicating Blaine and Kozik. Andrew just lightly shrugged at them, his body language saying, "Your call."
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr crawled into bed after putting John back to sleep yet again. The child certainly was needy - but then, so was Ketorr in his early years. At least he was according to his mother.
As Ketorr slept wondering how his mother would greet her biological grandson, not to mention her adopted Pandaren and Draenei granddaughters, an elderly woman approached the door, but did not knock for fear of waking the residents inside. Instead, she took note of the house's location, and got back into her car.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
In a completely unexpected move, a crimson-scaled dragon hand reached to and attempted to pin down the assailant, and the reason was plain to see; Kyle had leapt into action and shifted to his dragon form at the same time, trying to pin his attacker before the fight got very far.
*** IKV Ok'lath, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
A lone K'Vort-class Bird-of-Prey patrolled near the Peragus III Asteroid field, its sensor scans directed all around them, but what it was scanning for remained unclear.
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** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan **
"Your call, man." Kozik said, looking to Blaine.
"Lead the way, then." Blaine said, nodding to the two new faces.
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---Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan---
Kia didn't stirr at all ,but she did roll into her mate, Ketorr more "mmm"
--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan--
In the ensuing 'dragon' ambush, Krystal rolled away leaving a confused clone in the path of Kyle's claw in the commotion and trying to get back up she had hit her head on part of Kyle's foot, and was knocked out a small bruise on her head, as the cloned vixen laid there motionless.
Krystal walked up to the clone "She'll be fine." Krystal said pointing to the bruise on the clones head, that quickly began to vanish, the clones body rapidly healing.
At this Krystal's eyes opened wide. "That's not good."
-Nirn, Alpha base vehicle depo Alpha five-
"Alpha base this is, Star Captain Tiber, we have arrived, and are awaiting orders." The Grey she-wolf Lupe said over her comm trying to figure out why they were here.
---- IKV Ok'lath, Peragus III Asteroid Field - --
The bird of prey would soon find itself under attack by an undetected enemy firing hundreds of missiles, lasers, rail gun like projectiles and Balls of electric discharge from Particle projectile cannons. If the craft had survived somehow, the weapons would have been all coming from one direction, a nearby large asteroid bigger than all the others in the field
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*Refugee Camp*
The refugees were busy getting the loaned equipment up and around, and payed the stranger no mind. The guards who had freed them had retired for the day.
*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray blinked, obviously confused. "What kind of weapons did the Covenant use? Tiberium-based weapons are the only weapons I know those can kill a planet, but the target can't be recolonized."
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**Planet Nirn, Alpha Base**
"Your wife you say? Damn... She sounds like a fierce woman, Andru!" Polaris replied sounding impressed. "I've never yet had the luxury of staying down to find that special someone myself, but hey, I guess being single has it's own perks!" The ram smirked, while following the human Nord around the corner he motioned him to follow.
"So... If I may inquire, would you have any idea of what our mission would be about? Must be something quite important I'd imagine..." Polaris inquired curiously from his new probable future team mate.
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*** Alpha Base, Nirn ***
"A fierce woman, indeed, even for a Khajiit," Andru chuckled. "We met during one of my ops - she aided me in it, and my report to the brass reflected that. So command decided to send us out together on another... then another... until the point where we did every mission I was sent on together. The boys weren't surprised when I popped the question. Still, I can't deny she is an ace with a rifle - still uses that R38A1 she had when I met her. As for the mission... haven't the foggiest idea, but from his tone, Admiral Taral sounded worried - and that's never good when he sounds like that."
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
The black-cloaked figure wandered around the encampment, stopping just shy of, but not facing, Garrus' tent.
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Reach Orbit ***
"The Covenant used Plasma weapons derived from Forerunner designs," Ado responded. "As I said, scorched the planet. Or as the humans called it, we 'glassed' the planet."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle kept the clone pinned, and growled in that draconic manner.
*** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Draco motioned for Blaine and Kozik to follow, where he would lead them to a waiting shuttle with ample room for all of them, and it took off to orbit and landed in a waiting up-sized and upgraded Imperator-I Star Destroyer.
The others would also head back to their respective ships - Andrew returned to the Allegiance, and Luro with Amber would return to the Assured Victory.
*** IKV Ok'lath, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
The Klingon ship was damaged, but not badly. The Shields took the brunt of most of the attacks. It turned around and readied weapons, while the commander opened a channel: "Attention, alien p'taQs! By what right do you fire on a Klingon Vessel?!"
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**Planet Nirn, Alpha Base**
"A Khajiit? I've read about these feline folk of "Elsweyr" briefly when I got here aboard the NSF transport corvette Hagrid that picked me up from Ardesia system's Typhos Nox space station! They're said to be very nible fighters in combat, come in all sizes and produces some of the finest stealth operatives on Tamriel!" The ram's eyebrows raised slightly with intrique. "I'm quite happy to hear you have a such a badass woman as your wife who can handle combat situtations with ease!" The ram chuckled with a smirk, while still following Andru towards their destination.
"Worried, huh? From my experiences, whenever some of my past employers sounded worried, that could only mean the mission would be far from being easy..." Polaris replied with a serious and slightly concerned tone.
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*Sangheilios Refugee Encampment*
Garrus snored away gently, unaware of the stranger.
A young female spotted the strange figure. She walked forward slowly, still wary of strangers.
"Hello..? I-Is there something I-I can help you w-with?" The girl kept her voice low, for fear of waking Garrus.
*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray's brow furrowed. "'W-We'? I thought you were allies?"
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-Nirn, Alpha base vehicle depot Alpha five-
"HELLO?!!??" Lupe growled almost roaring as she stomped on foot of her 70 ton walking tank of a Nova Cat omnimech on the ground sending a small shock wave through the ground nearby making it feel like an earthquake in a small area around the mech.
_ _ _ Indari Manor, Dragon'taan _ _ _
"Markus can you give me a hand with her?!" Krystal asked hoping Kyle would let up when she grabbed the clone by the shoulders.
_ - _ Krystal's manor, New Cerinia, Krystal's Back yard _ - _
After a long moment of silence, Celina finally spoke up. "It's not like I can stop you, I just don't see you out here much, alone." The black tigress responded.
--- Assured Victory ---
As soon as she and Luro got back onboard, Amber spoke up "So what's our first move?" The white digitigrade vixen asked.
--- IKV Ok'lath, Peragus III Asteroid Field ---
" By the right of the true Archon Katrina Morgan Steiner. You are in Lyran Alliance territory, power down your weapons and shields and prepare to be boarded. resist and you will be destroyed.
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She began to snicker lightly at Vadam's words, lowering her weapon from her captive's back as the other sangheili moved in to take him away. "Just doing my job as always sir." She says calmly. Watching as the sangheili carrying the case approached her, she places her weapon on her back, letting the fibers on her suit grasp it. With a firm nod and a quiet "Thanks." She takes the case, opening it as she takes a brief look over the contents. A grin appears on her features as she realized everything she had asked for was there.
"Not at all, other then wasting a few rounds." She says before letting herself recollect her thoughts while closing the case, "Spoke about their usual ravings, y'know. Forerunner this, Forerunner that, Great Journey, yada yada. Did manage to pull some coordinates from his ship, not sure what they'd be useful for though, seemed important. Oh, also I crashed their ship into an uninhabited world, I think a few survivors are left. I can give you the coordinates for it as well." She finishes, the arm holding the case back at her side.
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*** Vehicle Depot Alpha Five, Alpha Base, Nirn ***
"Calm down," came a male Nord voice, "I just got here. Is there something you need?"
*** Administration Area, Alpha Base, Nirn ***
"You're telling me," Andru said, looking around. "Where the hell is Inorra? She said she'd meet me here!" Unbeknownst to Andru, a Khajiit woman was sneaking up on him, putting a finger to her lips in a "Shh!" gesture to Polaris.
*** IKV Ok'lath, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"p'taQ! We will not submit! Power to weapons!" the commander of the Ok'lath barked before the channel cut out and the ship accelerated for the base. At the same time, a subspace transmission went out, heading for Qo'nos.
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
The stranger didn't answer, but merely turned his head to stare directly at the one who'd spoken, his face seeming like the stuff of nightmares:
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He never uttered a word, but something made a click as it was unclipped from his belt.
*** Sangheilios Orbital Station ***
Thel sighed. "Sad that a fellow Sangheili still ardently believes such lies," he said. He clicked his mandibles and recomposed himself. "Well, you have my sincerest thanks for getting rid of yet another zealot - if you see any others from the Covenant Remnant, feel free to bring them down. Same price for each one. But take care - for the Covenant Remnant are no longer the gravest threat among the stars, now."
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Reach Orbit ***
"We are," Ado affirmed. "But the Glassing of Reach was during the Human-Covenant Great War, before Kaidon 'Vadam led the Sangheili to break away from the Covenant and form our alliance with the UNSC. As I understand it, 'Vadam took part in that battle... which is why many suspect he was so ardent on helping the UNSC rebuild; he felt responsible, and it was his way of atonement."
*** USLV Assured Victory, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"We follow the Jedi General to Coruscant," Luro told Ambre. "Do you know anything of the current state of things there?"
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-- Sangheilios orbit, Borealis Bridge--
"THank we'll be docking in a moment.
--Sangheilios Oribital Station--
Someone near Alice and Spikey spoke up"Umm excuse me ma'am your kinda in my way." said a human in an armoed exoskelton suit carrying behind him with the help of a humanoid droid a large crate full of Sanheili weapons and supplies from the Borealis.
"You could go around her!" Said a white vixen.
- Assured Victory -
Afraid not ,but I'm getting a lot of information on current events in the Dragon'taan system." Amber replied...
-- Vehicle Depot Alpha Five, Alpha Base, Nirn --
Lupe let out a long sigh of annoyance. "Star captain Tiber here." She growled under her breath. "Where do you need us? Somebody called for us here on Nirn and here we are waiting"
--- IKV Ok'lath, Peragus III Asteroid Field ---
an attempt to jamm all further communcations was made by the asteroid base, while at the same time the stations guns resumed firing, ordinacne once again being shot at the Bird-Of-Prey.
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** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Administration Area **
Before the ram could give the thought of replying back to the Nord's concern of where his wife was, he noticed someone move in the corner of his vision and upon turning his head slightly, he noticed a Khajiit female sneaking upon Andru and gesturing to him to be quiet, by placing her finger on top of her lips. Understanding immediately of what she was probably planning, the ram unbeknownst to the Nord male, winked affirmatively his left eye to the Khajiit, before returning back to pretending nothing was gonna happen.
"Yeah... I really wonder where she might be..." Replied Polaris to Andru with a serious tone, while holding a small near invisible smirk on his lips.
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**Sangheilios Orbital Space Dock, Sanheiios Orbit, Docking Bay 1**
--The Lekgolo paid the lesser beings crowding around the Saruta little mind.--
--The Colony rumbling quietly in response to the multitude of weaponry and advanced tech being scurried around, it's Interest being piqued ever so slightly. Although Spikey's attention would've however soon shifted towards Alice and the Shangheili. --
--The Nanolaminate plating that seemed to so oddly fit the Saruta coming to shift ever so slightly, The Lekgolo's quiet rumbling growing only a bit more pronounced as small tendrils of orange colored flesh began to pour down onto the floor, Not unlike a wave of organic material splashing down onto the Docking bay's floor with a soft squishy sound, Likely going unnoticed amidst the commotion. Yet anyone looking in the Longsword's general direction would've been unlikely to not have noticed the somewhat spectacular display. Pieces of oddly shaped metal being brought down with it from the Saruta's hull, Before beginning to assemble itself together with the writhing orange mass, Lurching upwards, the resulting gestalt formed within the tell tale armor of the Mgalekgolo known affectionately to some as "Spikey" whom would've wasted little time in Lumbering over to it's partner with booming footsteps, Dorsal spikes swaying slightly as it moved.--
--It's attention shifting for but a moment towards the vixen, A dull rumbling resonating from within the Mgalekgolo, Spikey being less than enthusiastic over having been approached so soon, It'd nonetheless keep on moving, until it reached Alice. --
--Spikey ground to a halt next to Alice, The behemoth standing idly by her side, Not unlike how a watchdog would it's master. Evidently intending on tagging along to wherever she might've intended on heading next, Continuing it's characteristic silence all the while .--
(I'll add that this is my first forum rp, So please any criticism is more than welcome.)
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**Sangheilios Orbital Space Dock, Sanheiios Orbit, Docking Bay 1**
--The Lekgolo paid the lesser beings crowding around the Saruta little mind.--
--The Colony rumbling quietly in response to the multitude of weaponry and advanced tech being scurried around, it's Interest being piqued ever so slightly. Although Spikey's attention would've however soon shifted towards Alice and the Shangheili. --
--The Nanolaminate plating that seemed to so oddly fit the Saruta coming to shift ever so slightly, The Lekgolo's quiet rumbling growing only a bit more pronounced as small tendrils of orange colored flesh began to pour down onto the floor, Not unlike a wave of organic material splashing down onto the Docking bay's floor with a soft squishy sound, Likely going unnoticed amidst the commotion. Yet anyone looking in the Longsword's general direction would've been unlikely to not have noticed the somewhat spectacular display. Pieces of oddly shaped metal being brought down with it from the Saruta's hull, Before beginning to assemble itself together with the writhing orange mass, Lurching upwards, the resulting gestalt formed within the tell tale armor of the Mgalekgolo known affectionately to some as "Spikey" whom would've wasted little time in Lumbering over to it's partner with booming footsteps, Dorsal spikes swaying slightly as it moved.--
--It's attention shifting for but a moment towards the vixen, A dull rumbling resonating from within the Mgalekgolo, Spikey being less than enthusiastic over having been approached so soon, It'd nonetheless keep on moving, until it reached Alice. --
--Spikey ground to a halt next to Alice, The behemoth standing idly by her side, Not unlike how a watchdog would it's master. Evidently intending on tagging along to wherever she might've intended on heading next, Continuing it's characteristic silence all the while .--
(I'll add that this is my first forum rp, So please any criticism is more than welcome.)
(everything looks fine to me , but I just have one helpful hint. You don't have to start each paragraph or so with -- unless that's a personal style thing.)
Rae walked over to the Kaidon slowly trying not to upset Alice or the Colony of Lekgolo nearbye. "Kadion." Rae said nodding her head, not really one to salute much.
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"Fanatics will always believe even if truth is flung in their faces." She says during Thel's re-composure, before raising up the device on her left arm, typing into it during his little speech and nodding. "There are the coordinates, use them as you will. I'll make sure to bring in any others I come across, although both your efforts, the UNSC's, and many other Bounty Hunters have more or less wiped them extinct."
She finishes, before feeling that thump behind her, taking a look and smirking at the Vixen and human's short interaction with Spikey. "You ain't going to be moving the big guy, trust me, i've tried. Also, yeah, you got legs, may as well use 'em like the girl said." She responded with that ever so light hint of sass before turning her attention back to Thel.
"Quick question before I move on. I noticed on entry that your cannons seem to be readied for something. The hell is that about?" she inquires before Spikey reaches her side. "Oh, and say hi to Spikey, my Partner in crime."
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-- The Mgalekgolo merely rumbled quietly upon noticing it's moniker being dropped, After a moment of tentative silence the Mgalekgolo begun to rumble, A voice echoing lightly, being more felt than heard seemingly emanating from within the Hunter--
"Human Vermin is present, May we dispose of it honored Shangheili?"
--If the Gestalt had eyes, it would've been focusing on Thel.--
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(That's actually a very detailed post, sir. Very well-written.)
*** Administration Area, Alpha Base, Nirn ***
The Khajiit woman continued to sneak up on Andru, until she jumped from behind him and tickled his sides, causing him to shout in surprise, eliciting a laugh from the woman. "Inorra!" Andru growled, "How many times have I told you--" He was suddenly silenced when Inorra kissed him.
"Baby, you know I wouldn't hurt you," she told him in a perfect Nordic tone. "And you knew I was gonna get you after last time!"
Andru sighed, knowing it was pointless to argue that point with his wife. He looked up at Polaris. "Polaris, this is my wife, Inorra. Inorra, this is Polaris - likely our comrade for the mission, whatever it is."
Inorra smiled warmly and offered a hand. "Inorra, though many of dear hubby's comrades in the SSF call me Head-Hunter."
"Take a wild guess why," Andru chuckled. "But we'd better get moving. We're already running late."
*** Vehicle Depot Alpha Five, Alpha Base, Nirn ***
"Ah! Admiral Lokahviing said you'd be here! I'd patch you through, but he's in a briefing. You'll have to wait till he's done," the control tower responded.
*** Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
The Ok'lath began moving to dodge the shots, most of which were missing the K'Vort's hull, but a few splashed on the shields. The ship fired a trio of torpedoes and a burst from the wingtip-mounted disruptors.
*** Sangheilios Orbital Station ***
"Some warlord wants the refugees we're housing, accused us of stealing them - which we didn't, they came to Sangheilios on their own, and I agreed to help them start over. The turrets are armed to deter and fend off any attempts by this so-called 'great leader' to take the refugees back by force in any kind of military operation." He nodded to acknowledge Rae. "Captain, he greeted her. "I trust Orbital Traffic Control didn't give you too much trouble?" When Thel heard the Mgalekgolo's comment, he turned his head to face him. "No," he responded. "I don't know how well informed you are of current events, but the Humans are our allies, now. And we will need them in the times ahead."
The Sangheili that had handed Alice her reward spoke to her: "'Great Leader' better not show up here - he'd be foolish to try. Those turrets are refitted with DMC Kadgeron tech; they'll rip through shields like they're not there. But heed what the Kaidon had said - the Covenant nor this 'great leader' is the largest threat out there, now - we were recently hit by a faction calling themselves the Sith Covenant... and the fleet that attacked us was lead by a Sangheili Sith, no less. Strange, but dangerous times..."
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** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Admistration Area **
The ram chuckled at seeing the Khajiit surprising her partner like the was she did, before nodding respectfully at the feline lady named Inorra the nord spoke earlier. "Pleasure to meet you, Inorra! I'm Polaris! I'm here on the same mission as you both are and looking forward to hear what the mission ahead of us shall be!" Ram replied smilingly, before moving alongside the two towards their intended destination once more.
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Quietly listens to Thel's explanation, nodding as his attention was taken by the captain. She then listens to the other sangheili. "Man, who do I have to get rid of to get my hands on some of that tech? Regardless, seems like things are getting heated up in the sector. More business for me at the end of day I always say." She says with that hint of confidence brimming in her voice.
"Although these Sith are going to be an issue. The few run-ins I had with them, because yes, they've been around the fringe worlds more then you think, were not pleasant and incredibly stressful due to their psionic powers." She says, her tone having grown more somber and serious as she looks around the station for a brief moment.
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(That's actually a very detailed post, sir. Very well-written.)
*** Administration Area, Alpha Base, Nirn ***
The Khajiit woman continued to sneak up on Andru, until she jumped from behind him and tickled his sides, causing him to shout in surprise, eliciting a laugh from the woman. "Inorra!" Andru growled, "How many times have I told you--" He was suddenly silenced when Inorra kissed him.
"Baby, you know I wouldn't hurt you," she told him in a perfect Nordic tone. "And you knew I was gonna get you after last time!"
Andru sighed, knowing it was pointless to argue that point with his wife. He looked up at Polaris. "Polaris, this is my wife, Inorra. Inorra, this is Polaris - likely our comrade for the mission, whatever it is."
Inorra smiled warmly and offered a hand. "Inorra, though many of dear hubby's comrades in the SSF call me Head-Hunter."
"Take a wild guess why," Andru chuckled. "But we'd better get moving. We're already running late."
*** Vehicle Depot Alpha Five, Alpha Base, Nirn ***
"Ah! Admiral Lokahviing said you'd be here! I'd patch you through, but he's in a briefing. You'll have to wait till he's done," the control tower responded.
*** Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
The Ok'lath began moving to dodge the shots, most of which were missing the K'Vort's hull, but a few splashed on the shields. The ship fired a trio of torpedoes and a burst from the wingtip-mounted disruptors.
*** Sangheilios Orbital Station ***
"Some warlord wants the refugees we're housing, accused us of stealing them - which we didn't, they came to Sangheilios on their own, and I agreed to help them start over. The turrets are armed to deter and fend off any attempts by this so-called 'great leader' to take the refugees back by force in any kind of military operation." He nodded to acknowledge Rae. "Captain, he greeted her. "I trust Orbital Traffic Control didn't give you too much trouble?" When Thel heard the Mgalekgolo's comment, he turned his head to face him. "No," he responded. "I don't know how well informed you are of current events, but the Humans are our allies, now. And we will need them in the times ahead."
The Sangheili that had handed Alice her reward spoke to her: "'Great Leader' better not show up here - he'd be foolish to try. Those turrets are refitted with DMC Kadgeron tech; they'll rip through shields like they're not there. But heed what the Kaidon had said - the Covenant nor this 'great leader' is the largest threat out there, now - we were recently hit by a faction calling themselves the Sith Covenant... and the fleet that attacked us was lead by a Sangheili Sith, no less. Strange, but dangerous times..."
(I have to agree with Rom very detailed and very well written, you both will be a welcome addition to Gs along with Polaris. Welcome to the team!)
--- Sangheilios Orbital Station ---
"Not only are the Sangheili and UNSC Allies now, the Sangheili, as far as I recall have always held a respect for the Humans of the UNSC. " Rae added. "KaIdon your supplies are here I hope your enjoying the new storm rifles they look very nice, I've yet to try one of the newer models myself ,but the Quartermaster has told me about them, if there's anything else you need from me I'll be around for awhile." Rae said before walking off to help her crew unload.
--- Vehicle Depot Alpha Five, Alpha Base, Nirn ---
Being impatient ,by the time the tower had responded Lupe was already on the ground of the depot and had already 'snuck' into the base. A rope-ladder hung from the cockpit of the Nova Cat the she-wolf had been piloting.
--- Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Admistration Area ---
using a bit of stealth tactics and the fact that she had proper clearance Lupe made her way deeper into the base spotting a Ram, Nord and Khajiit talking,placing her hand below her muzzle to think, the Grey Ferinian She-wolf decided to check out what was going on with the group, and tried to sneak closer to the three, forgetting to turn her cloaking device back on.
--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
"Kyle?" Krystal asked instinctively, through telepathy, asking him to let the clone go as she grasp the clones shoulders, "Markus?" she also asked waiting for the dark furred tiger to help.
Nari observed from the porch of the manor, almost forgetting about the meeting "Master Faasnu?" she asked, turning to Kyle's older brother.
--- Peragus III Asteroid Field ---
The Photon torpedos seemed to almost bounce off the stations sheilds as they exploded on impact with it ,but no damage could be seen to the asteroid or the base inside.
The asteroid base would continue the onslaught missiles lasers and various other weapons firing at the Klingon vessel.
oddly designed Fighters (http://ironwindmetals.com/store/images/btfighters/20-496.jpg) would launch from the station adding more guns to the fight as they tried to swarm the larger Bird-of-Prey.
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*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Angel was excited as she saw the contents of the fridge, quickly going to them... but she stopped. Angel looked up at Derrik, a bottle in her hand. Her expression was of concern, and she quickly dropped the unopened bottle to then hug Derrik, her neon parts pulsing as she unintentionally attempted to calm Derrik's concerns.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle arena prep room ***
The battle tree was still proceeding down, with one ID box on the tree going to the end/final tier to compete the champ, who's identity was concealed by a question mark.
Meanwhile, the next fight in the arena was against a feral beast who seemed to shift in and out of visibility, but was still kept in a cage.
*** Jedi Temple Grounds, Coruscant ***
Gypsie walked along beside Kyle, reaching and clasping his hand, "My head feels weird... I hear words... but nobody is talking... but they're all garbled... like a scrambled message relay.", the little necklace Gypsie was wearing would occasionally chime a note, making some Jedi they passed by flinch to then look at Gypsie.
As they continued on, a large coloured man, seemingly human stepped around to halt Kyle and Gypsie. The man stood quite high, roughly just below 7ft, wearing a toga-styled Jedi robe, dressing similar to how Gypsie first dressed... just he was wearing pants. With a thick Jamaican accent, the man began talking, "H'llo d'ere, little kat!", his gesture was very friendly at first, but once he looked at Gypsie, his expression turned very serious, "My name is, Malachai. I'm a Taur man... just bipadel... and d'ey ground down my horns.. anytway! I am going to need you to d'ake d'at d'ere necklace ouff.", his expression meant serious business, but he did not reach for his shoulder-mounted light-saber.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Fawn was about to speak again but stopped and spun around, watching the fight unfold, still dumbfounded, "Clone? I dabbled in that stuff before... but my research was flawed... they always missed a protein or chromosome...", he thought to himself.
_Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan_
Felicity then attempted to stand, her legs shaking, but once she made contact with the machine below her, her skinny body poofed into a cute ball of fur and a small head of Felicity's looking at Amps, her face not amused, "This is what happens when I exit a data stream... my fur gets all poofy.... lets just go find someone..."
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*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Derrik was still concerned nonetheless. He knew well just what would happen to this innocent child should any of the unscrupulous characters get their hands on her. He felt ashamed for having been involved in this.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle arena prep room ***
Keesha mentally prepped herself for the coming match, making sure her Assault Rifle was fully loaded and her Lightsabers were ready.
*** Jedi Temple Grounds, Coruscant ***
A draconic growl crept up from Kyle's throat and his dragon eyes started showing traces of red as his face contorted to what was approaching anger. He put a hand in front of Gypsie, trying to gently push her behind him, while Hector took up position on Kyle's right flank, Disruptor Rifle primed and ready to fire, but not pointed at Malachai.
*** Sangheilios Orbital Station ***
Thel looked to Rae. "Is my requested item in this shipment?" he asked her. "I asked for it months ago."
The Sangheili speaking to Alice scoffed as best a Sangheili could. "Then you got lucky. Few outside the Jedi and other military forces survive any kind of run-in with Sith. They're... not the friendliest folk." The Sangheili looked melancholic for a moment. "My cousin was killed by a Sith, during the last conflict with Sith Forces - back when the Rogue Sith, Darth Nazar, was causing trouble."
*** Administration Area, Alpha Base, Nirn ***
Inorra was about to move out when she spotted Lupe. "Excuse me, who are you?" she asked. Andru stopped in his tracks and spotted Lupe.
"Uh... I don't know what you're here for, but we're late for a meeting with Admiral Lokahviing, so..." he said.
*** Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
The IKV Ok'lath was overwhelmed, but nonetheless kept firing, even as it was being blown out of the stars. A critical strike hit the main reactor, and the K'Vort charged for the station in an effort to Kamikaze the station before it blew.
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*Sangheilios Refugee Encampment*
The young female, unsure of what the stranger was doing, simply took a step back. She spoke up, quite confused. "S-Sir? W-What a-are you d-doing?"
*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray blinked. "S-So...y-you didn't wipe them out? Why?"
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-- - Sangheilios Orbital Station - --
"What was that?" Rae asked looking into the manifest.
--_ Administration Area, Alpha Base, Nirn _--
"I'm looking for an Admiral Lokahviing." Lupe replied simply, noticing the Khajiit, "Are you a Dovahkiir?" she asked.
-_- Peragus III Asteroid Field -_-
Despite the best efforts of the aerospace fighters and the weapons on the station the Bird-Of-Prey made it as far as the stations shields exploding on impact with them, the station sheilds taking a high damaging hit to it's strength, losing a good 70% integrity from the blast of the ship and it's exploding warp core.
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station**
Respectfully let that Sangheili lament about such a past tragedy. "We've all lost someone at some point, so my condolences to you there." She responds with that subtle hint of sadness in her own voice, yet she does a darn good job hiding it. "Regardless, I hope your people are prepared accordingly for the coming tide. A two front war will not be easy to deal with, even if you consider one of the opponents little more then a gnat." She says with one final nod and begins to turn herself back to her ship, but stops midway in her turn. "Unless... you guys are planning on hiring some outside help?" She inquires, smirking beneath her helmet.
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=-- Sangheilios Orbital Station --=
"If your looking for work, Merc go to Dragon'taan, I'm sure they have a lot of contracts for mercenaries who are talented." Rae noted, though her words sounded a bit harsh her voice tone was calm and collected with no hint of anger or emotion. "Actually I'm positive they have contracts open." the White Vixen added, shuffling around in her Mjolnir style armor.
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station, Sangheilios Orbit, Docking Bay 1**
--The Mgalekgolo rumbled quietly upon hearing the mentioning of this so called "Alliance", It's natural disdain for the alleged lesser species coming into conflict with it's instinctive respect for the Sangheili. Nodding slowy The Hunter turned to trace the Vixen as she took her leave, Her armor lighting up like a bonfire to the Lekgolo's enhanced senses.**
--"Honored Sangheili, We wish to honor old vows in the upcoming conflict. Where can this one be of aid?"-- The Mgalekgolo boomed.
Its dorsal spikes swaying slightly as it turned to face the lamenting Sangheili, It's back arching slightly, seemingly attempting to stand at attention in the Sangheili's presence. A token of respect hopefully not going unnoticed.
--"This colony will crush the foes of the Sangheili."--- Spikey Rumbled lowly.
(Quick question, Anyone got that issue wth the forums randomly deciding to resize parts of your text by inserting random code into your post?)
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(Thanks for the welcomes, Alex! I'm glad to be able to RP with you guys!)
*** Nirn, Alpha Base, Administration Area ***
As the ram walked with both the Khajiit and the Nord, Ram's conversation with them both was interrupted by the sudden appearance of a grey she-wolf, who tried to approach the trio unnoticed from behind. "Yeah, who're you, miss? And yes, we're all going to meet Admiral Lokahviing, so if you have a meeting with him as well, join us and Andru here will lead us to him!" Replied the ram to the she-wolf, while motioning his head towards the direction of the human Nord standing next to him.
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*Restaurant "Grand Dragons"*
Fayam answered: "I want a table. I'm hungry." The last part was needless.
*Outer Space*
Anna tried to think of how she could best approach the matter. She knew her ship wouldn't fit in all cargo bays and an unexpected encounter was risky. Still. She kept flying, and hoped she could persuade the crew on spot to take her ship along. In the distance the place of departure became apparent. Her copilot got more nervous every second.
*Outer Space*
The Leviathans' ship went full speed to look for Krystal Indari-Torakev. They decided it might be best to swing by a major area to gain intel of her whereabouts.
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station**
Alice turns to face the vixen, speaking in response to her tone as well. "Dragon'taan? They haven't had mercenary contracts in years for my folk. Usually they give me dirty looks or tell me to bugger off back to the hole I came from. Still, if they are opening them up, I don't doubt they'd fetch one heck of a pretty penny considering how much they get from just taxing the poor.... heh."
She seems to have gotten back into the swing of her snark. "I'll consider it, for sure. Although I guess the question comes then if you fellas are representatives?"
(Oh and thanks for the greeting as well, Alex! <3)
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station**
Alice turns to face the vixen, speaking in response to her tone as well. "Dragon'taan? They haven't had mercenary contracts in years for my folk. Usually they give me dirty looks or tell me to bugger off back to the hole I came from. Still, if they are opening them up, I don't doubt they'd fetch one heck of a pretty penny considering how much they get from just taxing the poor.... heh."
She seems to have gotten back into the swing of her snark. "I'll consider it, for sure. Although I guess the question comes then if you fellas are representatives?"
"You could say I am, but as for the rest of the crew... they have little 'sway' in that manner ,but if they do tend to give you issues, tell them Captain Rae sent you.."
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station**
"I ain't too concerned about the rest of the crew, not like a bunch of rookies bug me anyways. Although I guess i'm curious as to how the DMC operates, so if I could just hitch a ride with you guys while my ship refuels, that could be great.... that is if the Sangheili don't have anything for me." She says calmly to the Vixen.
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_-_ Sangheilios Orbital Station _-_
Rae thought for a moment. "How you gonna get back to your ship if I take you with me back to Dragon'taan?" Rae ask not understanding the situation.
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station**
"Who said I have to finish it within the station? I still have plenty as it were, I merely like to keep the tank full so I don't accidentally run out in uninhabited space. Also don't you guys have some fighter docks on that monstrosity? Could just take some refueling there, i'll gladly pay for it to if you'd need me to." She inquires to the Vixen, hoping to at least well... confuse her less. Then again, her original request did seem odd now that she thought about it.
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station**
Alice turns to face the vixen, speaking in response to her tone as well. "Dragon'taan? They haven't had mercenary contracts in years for my folk. Usually they give me dirty looks or tell me to bugger off back to the hole I came from. Still, if they are opening them up, I don't doubt they'd fetch one heck of a pretty penny considering how much they get from just taxing the poor.... heh."
She seems to have gotten back into the swing of her snark. "I'll consider it, for sure. Although I guess the question comes then if you fellas are representatives?"
(Oh and thanks for the greeting as well, Alex! <3)
"That does not sound like the people of Dragon'taan at all," Thel said. "I know many of them - including the High General of the DMC, Kyle Indari. Who exactly were you talking to that was so rude to you?"
*** Restaurant "Grand Dragons", Dragon'taan ***
The hostess chuckled as she grabbed a menu. "We can help with that - follow me." She lead Fayam toward a vacant table just shy of a booth occupied by a lone Worgen, and sat the menu down with a roll of eating utensils. "And what would you like to drink, sir?"
"Unless you wanna get knocked into next week, don't get the Reman Ale - it's strong," warned the Worgen at the nearby booth.
*** Outer Space ***
Some ways from New Romulus, a group of Hirogen Ships approached the convoy:
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They went shields-up and weapons-hot the second they arrived, where it became clear they'd been outfitted with Romulan Disruptor banks. They fired on one of the freighters.
*** Sangheilios Refugee Encampment ***
The black-clad man remained silent, but finally asked in a voice that bore a burning malice as well as being modulated by the breath mask, "Where is the nearest spaceport?"
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Reach Orbit ***
"As I said, Kaidon 'Vadam uncovered the Prophets' treachery before we could finish them," Ado explained. "When we broke away from the Covenant, we sided with the humans and helped them stop the Covenant. Oh, there were voices among the Sangheili that were against our alliance with the UNSC, for sure. But we all eventually saw the humans as allies... and it's been that way ever since, thick and thin, through Insurrectionists and Covenant Remnant alike... and that resurgence of the Covenant under the Prophet of Revenge."
*** Nirn, Alpha Base, Administration Area ***
"Well, come on - we're already late," Andru said as he resumed course for the Admiral's office. He would lead them across twisting and turning halls until they came to their destination. "A piece of advice, Polaris - be honest, be direct. Admiral Lokahviing likes that," Andru told Polaris. They would be ushered into the office, where a Khajiit wearing an elaborate uniform was standing with his back turned to them, staring out the window. As soon as the others would be assembled, Andru and Inorra snapped to attention. "Reporting as ordered, Admiral!"
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--- Sangheilios Orbital Station ---
"What sort of fuel does your modified Longsword use?" Rae asked "I'd take you to Dragon'taan ,but if you want fuel I need to know what it is fueled with."
--- Nirn, Alpha Base, Administration Area ----
Lupe nodded and followed along "I'm Star Captain Tiber of the NCC/DMC Mechwarrior division."
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** Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan **
Blaine and Kozik found seats in the shuttle, placing their weapons to their sides.
Blaine waited for the shuttle to take off before standing up, walking to the nearest window. "So what kind of assistance are you needing specifically?" He asked, looking back to Bellator.
"Yeah, are we just advising or is this boots on the ground? It's why we meant 'drop in'. It's kind of our thing." Kozik added, leaning forward in his seat.
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---Bellator Residence, Dragon'taan---
Dawn travelled to his own ship and prepared for take off. After they will launch he will follow them to the ship in orbit.
(I just dont really know what to do with Shoon now).
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*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Administration Area ***
"Understood." Replied Polaris to Andru acknowledgingly to his comrade's advice, before stepping inside the Admiral's office. Inside, there stood a form of a khajiit wearing an elaborate uniform with his back turned against the just arrived group of soldiers, while staring out of a large window in the office that showed a breathtaking view of the Cyrodiil and it's White-Gold tower of the imperial city standing high and proudly in the horizon. "Mercenary Polaris reporting for duty, sir!" Spoke the ram audibly for the admiral to hear, while making a formal military salute.
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station , Sangheilios Orbit, Docking Bay 1**
--The Mglalekgolo stood there in silence, Waiting for the Sangheili to answer its query, granted as Alice took her leave to pursue the Vixen the Mgalekgolo followed suit--
Spikey rumbled quietly upon overhearing it's companions query, The gestalt clearly being a tad disgruntled with the prospect of being stuck with the unproven strangers.
"This one shares a concern Alice, Why would we accompany these strangers?. They are unblooded, Unproven." The Hunter rumbled in it's now well established deep tone.
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station**
Alice took a quick glance over from the Vixen back to Thel, raising her hand and laying it out with the palm facing upwards, more in like a conversational gesture. "Might have been an unlucky coincidence, but the few times I tried to go there, which mind you the last time was 12 years ago, I always happened to run into an old 'friend' of mine. Captain Sandorval. Suffice to say, he doesn't have a lot of nice things to say to me, nor does anyone close to him either. " She finishes the sentence, turning her attention back to answer the next question brought up.
"Well usually it tak...." She stops mid sentence as a light bulb seems to light up in her mind. "Ah... pardon me on that, I forgot I had recently swapped my engines from a regular mineral based fueling system to a Fusion Core. I'm still getting used to not having to refuel. Thank goodness I didn't start.... hehe...." She says with an awkward chuckle that followed, letting it die rather quickly before she noticed Spikey communicating with her.
"To be fair, I have wanted to see if I could get a taste of that juicy steak an untouched empire like the DMC has for work. Still, I did ask if the sangheili would be interested in my services for the coming tide. If not, then i'm going use this as a quick interlude before we're going to have to put our boots on and get back into the mud.... figuratively." She finishes before one final addition. "Also, I do enjoy some conversation outside of you, buddy, and way too much of it normally is business anyways."
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*Refugee Camp*
The young raccoon girl shook her head. "N-No sir. W-We arrived j-just a little while ago..." She thought a moment, before speaking. "G-Garrus may know. H-He's asleep now, but h-he'll know I'm s-sure."
*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray nodded. "I see...So you had lot's of leaders, huh?"
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*_*Sangheilios Orbital Station*_*
"I'll have to have a word with The High-General or someone high up about that , then ,but for the time being your welcome to load your ship onto the Borealis. We have a couple Emtpy fighter bays that should fit, and if Anybody gives you trouble on board tell them your Captain Rae Arcnon's guest." The vixen added , turning to the mgalekgolo. "I may be unproven in your eyes... Great one, but I have fought in many battles for the DMC and allies, I'm sure The Kaidon could confirm that, if you are that unsettled." Rae soon added pointing to Thel.
(sorry about the delay have to let others post too ya know)
-Tigeress Armory, Dragon'taan-
"Hmm maybe Serena is around New Cerinia. You up for a trip?" the Jolteon female asked Felicity.
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*"Grand Dragons"*
Fayam pulled only a mouth corner as he replied: "Thanks for the warning, but I'll have a mixed fruits juice." Then he turned to the other. "I can't say I've seen you before. Who are you?"
*Outer Space*
Anna grumbled. These weren't Tal Shiar, but she remembered clearly they, too, had to be dealt with. She yelled for battle mode and soon Faith's weapons and shield were readied. Anna aimed for the hunters and yelled: "FIRE!" Moments later, a salvo of plasma shots pierced through space.
*Sangheilos*
The Leviathans skipped home and happened to fly by Sangheilos. They contacted the planet in the hope of finding clues: "Leviathans to Sangheilos, do you read me?"
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station, Sangheilios Orbit, Docking bay 1**
**The Mgalekgolo Ignored the vixen, As unfortunate as it was, racial hubris kicking in. Instead it merely kept it's attention focused on Alice.**
**Spikey regarded it's partner for several moments before rumbling out a reply.**
"Interlude?, You are not one to take a break Alice you know this, Not while there is money to be made, As for the mud why would we travel across the galaxy, Only to get our feet dirty?, Since as far as I can tell, As we... Are indeed knee deep in the mud." The Mgalekgolo remarked whilst turning it's head towards Rae.
Dorsal spikes bobbing ever so slightly, As the Mgalekgolo rumbled quietly...Was the gestalt laughing?
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station**
Alice merely watches the interaction between both Spikey and Rae, snickering at the end of Spikey's words. "Wow... dang... that's harsh there buddy, but you are sort of right there..." She finishes her little laughter before continuing. "Well, i'll certainly take that offer, if my pal here has no issues with it, of course."
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*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Angel poked her head into the fridge and grabbed two bottles, giving one to Derrik, hoping the little bottle that gave her joy would do the same for him.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle arena prep room ***
The announcer boomed over the speaker, his voice also being in capitals, "HELLO, CONTESTANTS AND AUDIENCE! THE FOLLOWING FIGHT WILL BE.... KEESHA AND... UH... SOME MONSTER!!", there was a sound of slamming and tin clattering on the ground over the speaker, "GARY! I TOLD YOU NOT TO SNEAK UP ON ME!... FIGHTERS! READY YOURSELVES AND GIVE US SOMETHING.... UNREAL!!"
*** Jedi Temple Grounds, Coruscant ***
Malachai held his hands up, "Kelm down, Sir!", Malachai looked at Gypsie, gesturing to her, wanting to keep his life, and either way, Gypsie would have. Gypsie gently wrapped her arms around Kyle's shoulders, resting them on his chest, speaking to him gently in her native language before spinning him around and pressing into a kiss (,but if he resisted, then she spun around to infront of Kyle).
The effects of the kiss was similar to a Siren's venom, but since Gypsie didn't want to hurt Kyle, it would cause drowsiness and numbness, "Forgive me for this, my dear...", Gypsie would hold onto Kyle in case he might collapse, caressing his body with her three tails while Malachai watched in fear and wonder.
To others watching Gypsie when she was speaking in her tongue, they'd see her body-paint illuminate before disappearing in the kiss.
-Tigeress Armory, Dragon'taan-
Felicity stretched, causing small floating sparks to pop off her joints as if they were cracking, "We should have someone else come with us... wouldn't want someone to come after and hurt us... I don't mean an officer... do you have any other friends who can be a temporary bodyguard?"
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*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Derrik chuckled, accepting the bottle and opening it up, then taking a swig. "I really hope you end up with someone good, kid," he said. "God help you if some cutthroat gets his hands on you."
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle arena prep room ***
Keesha entered the arena as she activated her lightsaber in it's staff configuration, twirling it to show off a bit.
*** Jedi Temple Grounds, Coruscant ***
While physically, Kyle was unaffected, his emotions were calmed, and when his lips separated from Gypsie's, he exhaled tremblingly, as though he'd been stabbed. It took a few minutes for him to whisper to her, "I... haven't been kissed since... Maria... I... had... forgotten what it felt like." He breathed trembling breaths, before he asked her, "Can we trust this man?"
*** Sangheilios Orbital Station ***
"I'll have to have a word with The High-General or someone high up about that , then ,but for the time being your welcome to load your ship onto the Borealis. We have a couple Emtpy fighter bays that should fit, and if Anybody gives you trouble on board tell them your Captain Rae Arcnon's guest." The vixen added , turning to the mgalekgolo. "I may be unproven in your eyes... Great one, but I have fought in many battles for the DMC and allies, I'm sure The Kaidon could confirm that, if you are that unsettled." Rae soon added pointing to Thel.
"She has, indeed," Thel affirmed. "She took part in some of the most crucial battles against the Reborn Covenant, back before they were the Covenant Remnant - back when they were united again under three San'Shyuum Prophet Hierarchs."
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"We read you, Leviathans - go ahead," came the response.
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
The man turned his head to look at the tent, and growled audibly. There was a soft click before he turned and left, his cloak briefly fluttering to reveal a lightsaber clipped to his belt, and that this man was adorned in pitch-black armor beneath his cloak.
*** Restaurant "Grand Dragons", Dragon'taan ***
"My name is Jake Reznov," the Worgen responded to Fayam. "And I came here looking for my son. I don't suppose you know him?"
*** Outer Space ***
The leading Hirogen ship took a hit, but remained combat-effective. It turned it's disruptor banks on Anna's ship and fired. Nearby, there was a surge of intermittent neutrino emissions indicative of a ship preparing to de-cloak.
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Reach Orbit ***
"I wouldn't say lots of leaders - before we became the United Sangheili Republic, we were a part of the Covenant Collective, which was ruled by three San'Shyuum Prophet Hierarchs. Anyway, you said before you had to deliver data to Reach - you can use the comms console and contact your colleagues."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
(Shoon, you can have Shoon head to his home world - or he can check into a hotel for the night and wait for daybreak.)
Draco used the Force to float an image of a blonde-haired human woman to Blaine and Kozik. "That is who we're looking for - an old friend of mine, Lana Beniko. One of you, I need providing overwatch, see if you can spot her from high up. But it won't be easy; Lana is familiar with clandestine operations. The other will be going for Lana's ship, and you'll have Lord Scourge--" he indicated the red-skinned Sith Pureblood sitting nearby. "--And Dawn and his AI friend along with you. We think Lana's ship is landed somewhere near the Old Galactic Market, but we don't know where exactly. Look for a shuttle with old Zakuul ID tags."
"I still don't see why she never changed those," Kira commented with a shrug. The shuttle they were all in shuddered slightly as it landed in the hangar of the Star Destroyer, and Draco was the first to stand up.
"So," he asked, "which of you will do what? This will be a boots on the ground op, but we need to find Lana before the enemy does."
*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Base Commander's Office ***
"As you were," the Khajiit responded. He sighed, then turned to face the lot, revealing a lightsaber scar over his left eye. He looked directly at Polaris, his face never portraying any emotion. "Are any of you familiar with the name Mehrunes Dagon?"
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--- Secret Bunker, New Cerinia, Lab examination room Alpha 00---
Krystal sat in a seat on one side of the room, the clone, now clothed in a hospital style gown, laid still out in a bed on the other side of the room.
"This is not good Markus, if somebody cloned me this could be a huge threat to the DMC, NCC and it's Allies not to mention the ramifications it could have on my reputation." the blue vixen said, turning her head to look again at the bio chip she had taken out of the clone. "Not to mention she has the part of Zerg DNA i inserted into myself to give me enhanced Generation and a couple other advantages."
--- Alpha Base, Base Commander's Office. Nirn ---
"Neg, never heard of him." Lupe replied simply.
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*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Administration Area ***
"No, sir. I cannot say I am familiar with the name!" Responded Polaris, while standing firmly on his place with his arms crossed against his chest and waiting curiously for the Admiral to explain what their mission would be about.
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*** Sangheilios Orbital Station ***
"She has, indeed," Thel affirmed. "She took part in some of the most crucial battles against the Reborn Covenant, back before they were the Covenant Remnant - back when they were united again under three San'Shyuum Prophet Hierarchs."
"Huh, I remember that conflict. Suffice to say it wasn't as harsh as the Human-Covenant war prior to it, or so I have heard. Then again, the few outings I had involving the conflict were suffice to say, rather uneventful. Paid well enough though." She finishes with a shrug of her shoulders. "Of course at this point, i'm also not certain when it even happened... the dates are all a mess and frankly, the years have begun to blend into one another."
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*Sangheilios Refugee Camp*
The female raccoon furrowed her brow, confused by the stranger. But instead of pursuing, she simply shrugged and returned to her family.
*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray nodded, and approached the communication console. As he opened his mouth to speak, he found himself frozen. He couldn't remember the contact's name. Ray bit his lip, closed his eyes, and spoke up. "Uh...Reach Orbital? T-This is...uh...a crewman from the research vessel Corporeal Dream. I've got data that uh...i-it's from Doctor Ima'am Desh. I-I don't know what's on it, only that he demanded we get it to the UNSC. T-The head of research." He turned to look at Ado, a pained expression on his face. "I-I don't know w-what's on the drive."
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(Gonna skip the post at the Refugee encampment till the break of the next day, Ray, as I have plans for the "stranger")
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent ***
Ado frowned. "You seem worried... tense. You keep stuttering. Is everything alright?" he asked Ray.
*** Sangheilios Orbital Station ***
"Huh, I remember that conflict. Suffice to say it wasn't as harsh as the Human-Covenant war prior to it, or so I have heard. Then again, the few outings I had involving the conflict were suffice to say, rather uneventful. Paid well enough though." She finishes with a shrug of her shoulders. "Of course at this point, i'm also not certain when it even happened... the dates are all a mess and frankly, the years have begun to blend into one another."
"Tell me about it," Thel agreed. "I still remember the event that triggered the war against the Reborn Covenant - I barely survived it."
*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Administration Area ***
"Mehrunes Dagon is the Daedric Prince that caused the Oblivion crisis some centuries ago," Andru explained. "He tried to enter Tamriel in his true form, and was sent back into Oblivion by the avatar of Akatosh."
"That's correct," Lokahviing affirmed. "And Dagon had help from a Daedric Cult called the Mythic Dawn. Reports had indicated that the cult had been all but wiped out by the Blades Agent who helped thwart the crisis - but evidently, this was not the case. I recently received unconfirmed reports that the cult is active again - and hiding somewhere in Akavir."
"Akavir?" Inorra repeated. "What would they be doing there?"
"Tactically, it makes sense, dear," Andru stated.
"Indeed - but they've obviously been active some time, and if they are still in league with Mehrunes Dagon, they may try to summon him again. Rumors are circulating about a new artifact, recently discovered - one that could allow Dagon to enter Tamriel again. I needn't tell you this would be a serious threat, and one we don't need with signs elsewhere pointing to a war with the Sith Covenant. I summoned you all here because you are the best - and I need that artifact captured or neutralized. Mehrunes Dagon cannot be allowed to walk Tamriel again. Any questions?" Lokahviing explained.
*** Secret Bunker, New Cerinia, Lab examination room Alpha 00 ***
"You're telling me," Markus responded. "What I wanna know is who the hell cloned you in the first place."
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--- Secret Bunker, New Cerinia, Lab examination room Alpha 00---
"Me too ,but for now let's see what we can do with the current situation." Krystal replied, getting up and walking out of the room.
"Our enemies appear to be multiplying...I don't like it." Krystal almost growled. "I'm gonna talk to Kyle about this and see what he thinks, with the Sith Covenant and such running around things are getting a bit out of hand.
--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
"Master Fasnuu are you going to come with me to Arc-Royal?" Nari asked, glancing over to the current event... then back at the older dragon-shifter.
_-*Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Administration Area *-_
Lupe nodded in reply. "This doesn't sound good, Sir ,but how does my unit help?" Lupe asked.
-- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan --
"Why do we need anybody else?" Amps asked pointing to the Black and white She-wolves approaching them.
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*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Angel smiled at Derrik before wringing her hair into her water, making the sparkles from her hair fall into it, making it glow. Angel took a swig from her water, causing her fur and hair to lift as if a strong wind blew by her.
Angel wandered around the room as her body markings and eyes glowed. She looked over at Derrik after wandering around the room, lifting her hands up with the bottle in her hands, she tries to get Derrik to take the bottle and drink it.
In Angel's eyes, she sees a nearly monochromatic landscape with a heavily starlit sky. The floor was wet, but felt dry and warm. There was barely any noise in this landscape, beside the body-less noise of birds chirping, but the noises weren't familiar, but those familiar with the chrips would recognize them as extinct sounds of a parrot.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
A cage on the opposite side of the arena opened and smoke bellowed out of the hole as a forcefield dome illuminated over the arena. Before the smoke covered the ground in the arena, the monster wiggled out of the cage and scurried under the smoke.
Over an arena floor speaker, the capital man spoke, but in lowercase letters, "We were ready for you, Keesha! This beast is genetically engineered to challenge you, and rest of the fighters will match similar creatures.. you're not special in this way, but try and evade something that doesn't live and think... Now *Speaker clicks to the stadium* FIGHTERS! GIVE! US! A! SHOOOWWWW!"
*** Jedi Temple Grounds, Coruscant ***
Gypsie nodded, withdrawing from a following kiss, somewhat surprised Kyle was able to resist her venom, "I think so...", she then looked at Hector and then to Malachai, "I know why you want my necklace... you're not getting it... but what else do you want?", Malachai got a chill for a moment, "U-uh, I goht d'ese tickets foar a tournemant... but de higher'ups have grounded my cruiser...", Gypsie interrupted him, "And you want us to bring you to this place in exchange...", she then looked at Kyle, "You're the cap... what'dya say?"
-- Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan --
Felicity replied, uneasy about these wolves, "Because if whoever that was showed interest in me, then what if more come? Maybe not as a bystander, but maybe as an impostor."
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*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray shook his head. "N-No...I-If I screw this up...m-my entire race is doomed." He sighed. "I don't know what's on the drive, but I remember Doctor Ima'am studying the tiberium infestation."
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**Location Unknown**
**The Deserted corridors of the facility shook and rumbled beneath the continued bombardment by the uninvited aggressors, A series of klaxons blaring off in the distance as power generators long since running on emergency mode began to activate once more.
A silo on the outskirts hidden in the nearby mountains slowly opening with a rumble, machinery clanking and whirring as the dish slowly began to rise from it's metallic tomb, Protocols long since dormant kicking into high gear as a encoded message was sent hurling into the depths of space.
Only to be spread like wildfire by the nearby communications net, fragments of the message even managing to reach several of the more populated planets within the known galaxy**
(These Planets include: Sangheilios, Courscant, Reach, Dragon'taan, Geonosis, Tarsonis, Korhal)
--The Message Read--
**// ALERT//Dominion Distress Code:0810382// Priority Alert// Encoded Message //**
||Project Supremacy Base Facility OXH8 Compromised|| All Available Dominion Military Personnel|| Primary Recall Code: India, Romeo, November.||
**Attached to this message was a series of coordinates**
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---Dragon'taan Orbit---
Dawn was right behind them landing in the Star Destroyer "You know, I always wondered. Why do they call these Star Destroyers if they dont destory stars?" Dawn said to the ghost "Why are you saying this to me? Say it to the people who run this ship" The ghost answerd as Dawn was getting off the ship and towards the shuttle.
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*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Administration Area ***
"I did read about the Oblivion crisis of Tamriel on the brief history debriefing through the ship's databanks during my arrival..." Polaris spoke with a serious tone "It really sounded like this whole world was on the verge of cataclysm when this demonic entity you call Mehrunes Dagon, along with his near endless legions of "daedra" nearly entered into this realm from his own hellish realm of Oblivion... And now these supposed Mythic Dawn cultists who were responsible for nearly succeeding on bringing him onto Tamriel all those centuries ago, are now back and are trying to bring him back once again? The foolishness of some people..." The ram shook his head at stupidity of some people playing with things far beyond mortal understanding.
"So, these cultists have now gone off to this continent of Akavir? Never read about this place during my travel here! What is the Akavir like? Does the empire have any presence there?" Inquired Polaris from Andru, Inorra and Lokahviing curiously, while still holding his arms crossed against his chest.
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** Dragon'taan Orbit **
"I'll provide overwatch, you can spend the day running your ass off." Kozik said to Blaine, who laughed and nodded in agreement.
"So, who's this Dawn person?" Blaine asked as he powered his exo frame back on, raising his height by almost a foot [normally 6' in height, w/ frame 6' 8"].
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*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
** Dragon'taan Orbit **
"I'll provide overwatch, you can spend the day running your ass off." Kozik said to Blaine, who laughed and nodded in agreement.
"So, who's this Dawn person?" Blaine asked as he powered his exo frame back on, raising his height by almost a foot [normally 6' in height, w/ frame 6' 8"].
"Colleague of mine," Draco responded as they made their way through the bowels of the ship. He paused to hit a console. "Bridge, General Bellator. Set course for Coruscant, have our allies follow us. Out," he commanded before he resumed his walk.
---Dragon'taan Orbit---
Dawn was right behind them landing in the Star Destroyer "You know, I always wondered. Why do they call these Star Destroyers if they don't destroy stars?" Dawn said to the ghost "Why are you saying this to me? Say it to the people who run this ship" The ghost answerd as Dawn was getting off the ship and towards the shuttle.
"It's not meant to reflect they destroy stars; the term Star Destroyer was meant to reflect that this was a Starship that was of the Destroyer classification," Draco chuckled.
*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Administration Area ***
"You'd do well to take this a little more seriously, Mister Polaris," Lokahviing cautioned him. "The Empire has no presence in Akavir, as we had to stop sending expeditions there; they kept... disappearing. I wish I could give you more intel on the area, but we know very little of Akavir beyond what scouts managed to send back. I'd suggest starting with the beach facility we set up; they might have computer records that'll point you in the right direction. Beyond that... you'll have to play it by ear." He then turned his head to address Lupe. "You could provide Polaris, Andru and Inorra armored support. Hopefully, it won't be necessary, but considering every expedition we've sent to Akavir has vanished with vague signs of combat... I want them to have support. If there are no further questions... good luck. Talos preserve you all."
Inorra and Andru snapped off sharp salutes. "Yes, sir!" they both said in unison.
(And before I forget to do so, that's an awfully vague distress call, Deikmaster. Can you PM me with what it is you're doing there? Discuss ideas with me?)
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Reach Orbit ***
"I see... that's a lot of pressure, friend," Ado said. "Not an easy burden." The console before Ray beeped. "I think your colleagues are trying to hail you."
(I'll let you play out the conversation... and do a timeskip for Sangheilios.)
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
Dawn had begun to break over the refugee encampment, and the night patrol was still patrolling the perimeter. No one seemed to notice the black-cloaked figure striding into the camp.
*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Derrik chuckled and accepted the bottle and took a swig, then frowned in confusion. "What... did you do to this...?" he asked.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha twirled her blade, then deactivated it, breaking it into two, then making a gesture to cloak herself in the Force. And just like that, she was moving, and impossible to track as she used the Force to track the creatures movements - not by his presence in the Force, but for how it disturbed the air around it as it did anything.
*** Jedi Temple Grounds, Coruscant ***
Kyle sighed, still feeling the emotional after-effects of Gypsie's kiss. "Very well. Follow me." He then started for the shuttle landing bays adjacent to the temple, where his shuttle was landed.
*** Secret Bunker, New Cerinia, Lab examination room Alpha 00 ***
"Agreed - we're gonna need everything in our arsenal to get out of this one," Markus said.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Yes," Mathayus responded. "Do we need my ship? The Indomitable Crusader?"
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--- Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Administration Area ---
Lupe saluted "I'll do what i can." She said before walking off with the others.
--__-- Secret Bunker, New Cerinia, Lab examination room Alpha 00 --__--
Krystal picked up a cell phone like device and attempted to call Kyle Indari.
--__-- Indari Manor ---
"I think we most likely won't need it we'll be taking the Fox Fire to Arc-royal ,but on the way I will need to inform you on the clans and their language so we don't offend anyone." Nari explained leading the way, as she headed towards the docks.
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*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray nodded, and pressed a button. Reach' orbital control spoke. "Ardent, please maneuver to the designated landing pad. Approach twenty thousand and hold." There was a sudden outburst of shouting on the orbital control's end and another voice chimed in. "This is Doctor Andreas Kempf. Did we hear right? Is Doctor Ima'am onboard?"
Ray's voice shook as he answered. "N-No...This is Rayleonarde Blackburn. I'm the only survivor of the Corporeal Dream, Doctor Ima'am's research vessel. I've got Doctor Ima'am's data drive."
Doctor Andreas seemed beside himself, his smile coming through his voice. "Brilliant! I'm sorry Doctor Ima'am's dead, but you've got the drive so not all was lost. When you land, come to my lab. We'll get the data."
((I'll leave the Refugee Camp for now.))
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---Star Destroyer Reckoning, Dragon'taan Orbit---
Shoon sighed as he was joining them "And there I hoped this thing has a secret weapon or something".
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*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Administration Area ***
"Understood, Admiral Lokahviing! We shall not fail in our mission!" Responded Polaris sharply with Andru, Inorra and Lupe, while giving another salute, before joining to march off the office. Once past the automatically sliding door of the Admiral's officer, the ram turned to Andru once more. "So... To Akavir we go then... The way Admiral spoke about that place didn't sound too good. It's that bad of a place then, huh?" The ram pondered curiously with a hint of concern in his tone.
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station.**
"Tell me about it," Thel agreed. "I still remember the event that triggered the war against the Reborn Covenant - I barely survived it."
"Well, can't everyone agree that at every conflict we all are lucky to have survived through them all? I know I am. Heh.... Anyways." She turns back to Captain Rae. "Well, doesn't seem Spikey has any disagreements, let me go get myself docked onto your ship and we'll continue from there." She says as she begins to walk back to her own ship, looking back towards the group one final time. "Again, if you ever want to do business again, do give me a call." She finishes, continuing her walk forward.
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--- Sangheilios Orbital Station. ---
"Alright I'll see you there when we're done with the cargo unloading." Rae replied simply.
-- Tigress' Armory , Dragon'taan ---
"This is Ruby and Tala, their the ones who helped chase off that other guy." Amps explained.
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station.**
Alice continues walking forth, without another word towards the captain as she enters her own ship once again. She'd move over to the weapons locker within it, once again entering the code to open it for her. She'd pull up the case in her right hand, opening it and pulling pieces out. A few of them being put into the locker itself, while she lifted two other pieces up to the roof of her ship. In a moment the Lekgolo worms swooped in to take those armaments, a pair of Bubble Shield Generators. Once that was done, she takes whatever credits might have been added to pay for the rest before discarding the case somewhere on the ship, knowing it would disappear sooner or later anyways. Finally she locks her gear up once more and moves to sit inside her pilot's seat. "Well Spikey, lets see if this crew might end up taking us on another adventure... or whether its a big waste of time, either or y'know?" She says with a push of a button closing the hatch behind her... unless someone stopped her first of course.
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station**
The Mgalekgolo merely rumbled soft as it had followed it's partner back to their ship, A tinge of displeasure shooting through the colony, But ultimately the allure of combat seemed to win the gestalt over. The Armored behemoth dispersing into a myriad of worms that'd all slither off to join with it's brethren coursing in and outside of the modified longsword. In a sense the colony had long since become one with the modified starfighter yet it hadn't cared. It had a duty to the small vixen it called it's partner.
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*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Suddenly Derrik would be able to understand Angel's speaking, given her speaking was similar to first-natives on earth, Derrik would under"Mind is in home... body sitting in mindless. Essence of me, I put in wa-ater so can come here!...", she looked down, "Scaared... We go... what stop?", she then looked at Derrik, holding onto his hands as she looked into his eyes, "Scary man no hurt us if go! Please!", her expression was desperation and worry.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
For a moment, the beast revealed itself (http://www.corpetit.com/public/rage_of_bahamut/imatges/normal/Dubious_chimera_dHR1.jpg), staring at Keesha and hissing at her before ducking into the cloud again before quickly moving faster than a normal eye can properly perceive to then jump over Keesha and land to sweep its tail at her knees.
*** Jedi Temple Grounds, Coruscant ***
Gypsie kept an eye on Malachai, whom was greatful. On the way, Gypsie walked up to beside Kyle, snaking her hand to hold his, as her tails would lightly brush his back.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
With everyone busy somewhere else in the manor, Fawn finally retired to the living room, having forgotten where he was told his room was, Fawn laid down on the couch and passed out with an old paper-back book laying over his eyes.
The book over Fawn's eyes was from earth and would be labeled as a Fiction novel despite it's name being 'Mythical medicines', with a dragon on the cover and a Mermaid on the back.
-- Tigress' Armory , Dragon'taan ---
Felicity tried to hide her embarrassment, "oh... Sorry about that... Ruby. Tala. Thank you both...", Felicity then looked at Amps, "Can we rest somewhere before we leave... this is the first time I've felt tired... and it kind of... feels... nice.", Felicity then curled up on the printer table, her belly rising and falling as she slept, but if she were to be quickly disturbed or moved about, she would slowly wake up.
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*** Star Destroyer Reckoning[/size], Dragon'taan Orbit ***
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[/size]Blaine and Kozik followed the three, sharing a cigarette and canteen.
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*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Draco lead Blaine and Kozik to the bridge as the vessel plowed into hyperspace. Draco turned to Shoon, Blaine and Kozik. "We've got a few hours before we hit Coruscant - any questions?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus followed Nari, listening intently.
*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
"I can't," Derrik told Angel. "I can't jeopardize my job here - I have a family to think about." He knelt to Angel's level. "If I lose my job here, my own children will starve and my wife will die. I can't afford to let that happen - they're all I have. God willing, you'll end up in the hands of a good person."
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha leapt over the attack, her lightsaber twirling to cut off what tried to trip her.
*** Landing Bays, Coruscant ***
Kyle gently gripped Gypsie's hand as he lead the four of them toward the shuttle they arrived on. "We may need to activate the cloaking device once we're airborne," he whispered to her. "Don't want Tondam figuring out which ship we're on." After a moment, he gave her a playful bump.
*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Administration Area ***
"Bad enough that we're gonna go prepared," Andru said.
"I'll fly us in via drop ship," Inorra stated. "It's on landing pad two - follow Andru. I gotta go get it prepped."
Andru motioned his head. "Come on - let's get you outfitted," he told Polaris, heading off toward the armory. Once inside, he picked up extra magazines for his SG9, plus a disruptor variant of a DH17 Blaster Carbine and it's associated ammo.
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Reach Orbit ***
"We can fly you down via drop ship, or we can beam you down , sir - your choice," Ado told Ray.
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*** Star Destroyer Reckoning[/size], Dragon'taan Orbit ***
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[/size]"Never been to Coruscant, can we get like a quick run down? Terrain? Any hostile forces we may stumble upon?" Kozik asked, crossing his arms. Blaine stood by, already having his questions asked by Kozik.
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---Indari Manor, Dragon'taan---
"So first of all refrain from using contractions.." Nari began to explain, as she walked on.
--- Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Administration Area ----
"I'll see you all outside,." Lupe replied as she took off running towards the Vehicle depo. once outside she ran to her Nova Cat and climbed back into the cockpit,turning on the fusion reactor, the low hum of the reactor, signaling that the mech was coming back to life. with the motive systems back online, Lupe piloted her mech back into teh spherical shaped dropship, Wolves' Den. "Captain prepare for take off." The grey she-wolf said as her mech walked back into it's 'bay'
---Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"First she wants to leave now she wants to sleep, maybe Serena can just come here." Amps sighed sitting down in a chair to wait, the two she-wolves discussing other things.
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(Blaine, are you doing the size thing with your posts intentionally, or are the Forums f***ing with you again?)
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*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Administration Area ***
Nodding agreeingly, the ram followed Andru to the Alpha Base's armory, where he was granted access to more ammunition he'd certainly need for the upcoming journey ahead to the uncharted continent of Akavir. Not knowing what he and his team might be facing; Polaris took several extra clips that were compatible with his VT-10 Hailstorm pulse SMG, along with a couple of shield bubble grenades that would instantly generate a protective energy shield around it once active for a brief moment. Those will definitely come in hand in more dire situations, should the need arise.
"You all stocked and ready, Andru? Because I think I'm all good and well stocked for whatever is to come!" Spoke the ram, as he was in the middle of taking his SMG out from his duffle bag and after double checking it's ammo, before putting it inside his hip holster, along with all the spare ammunition attached to his ammo belt with grenades hanging on both sides of his waist. Along with his VT-10 Hailstorm SMG, the ram's trusty XV-31 Spectre sidearm he held on his right hip holster, was powered by a self-recharging ionic cell that he could always rely upon if he ever ran out of ammunition during a critical time on the battlefield.
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*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray shook his head. "Dropship, please. I don't wanna risk the drive through teleports."
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(Blaine, are you doing the size thing with your posts intentionally, or are the Forums f***ing with you again?)
(Forums are messing with me, let me resize it)
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station**
Once all of Spikey was back on board, Alice turned the engines on and begin the process of getting the ship over to the larger cruiser. It wasn't a long stretched out event at all, just finding an empty dock, landing into it simply and effectively while prompting plenty of questioning looks as to why suddenly a strange vessel had landed in the Borealis proper. Once that was all said and done, she'd turn the vessel back off and lower the ramp once again, heading out from it to take a quick glance on either the onlookers or all the dock personnel working aboard it. She'd continue moving on forward, letting her own modified fighter's ramp retract back to lock off her vessel from the strangers. She walks about, seemingly trying to find her own way about the ship, unless someone decided to stop her.
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(It's a destroyer...)
__- Sangheilios Orbital Station, Borealis -__
The Destroyers Bays seemed very empty, aside from Droids emptying the ship of cargo there were only 2 Sulla (http://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/9/8528/CL_Sulla_Ingame.jpg) Aerospace fighters in other fighter bays, but other than that the ship was rather empty.
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--Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ---
Felicity was fast asleep on the table.
A pudgy security guard walked into the room and spat his coffee, "WHO THE HELL ARE ALL OF YOU!?", he went to grab his taser from his holster.
*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Angel wasn't grasping the importance of family, "BUt... we can no stay here! We need go!"
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
The beast howled in pain, it being extremely high-pitched, making the audience groan from the sound. The beast spun around and tackled Keesha, quickly slashing before it with its claws.
*** Docks, Coruscant ***
Once they returned to the ship, Gypsie would go to the dock supervisor and tell them that they were done on Coruscant. The supervisor nodded and gave them clearance to leave. Gypsie walked passed the two when she went to reenter the ship, looking at them with a smile on her face, "You boys play nice, now~". Gypsie then disappeared into the ship, bound for the kitchen.
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*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, In-Transit to Coruscant ***
"Never been to Coruscant, can we get like a quick run down? Terrain? Any hostile forces we may stumble upon?" Kozik asked, crossing his arms. Blaine stood by, already having his questions asked by Kozik.
"Coruscant is what is called an Urban world - the entire planet is one big city," Draco explained. "Hostiles can range from common thugs to the criminals of Black Sun to local pirates. As for the hostiles in this op..."
"... we don't know what hostiles to expect in this op - we're going in blind, basically. Which is why one of you is needed to provide Overwatch - spot threats before they can harm us or our target," Scourge finished.
*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Derrik shook his head. "We can't. If we go, I lose everything."
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha quickly wriggled out of the beast's grasp, leapt overhead, and sent a powerful blast of Emerald Lightning at the beast before it could vanish again.
*** Starship Chimera, Coruscant Orbit ***
Kyle, with the memory of Gypsie's kiss still fresh on his mind, marched onto the bridge, hoping Malachai was in tow. "Gemini, where do we stand?"
The hologram appeared - dressed in Roman Centurion armor, for some reason - and spoke, "Supplies are loaded, we're cleared to leave - but Jedi Master Luke Skywalker insisted we wait for a signal. He said you'd recognize it when you saw it."
"Somehow, I think I will," Kyle sighed. "Still, let's play this safe - engage the cloaking device." The lights on the bridge darkened as an odd electronic zinging sound occurred, then a stuttering, quiet roar, then silence as the Chimera shimmered and vanished among the jumble of starships in orbit of Coruscant. It seemed like hours - though it had only been fifteen minutes - passed waiting. "Talk to me, Gemini - what are we looking for?"
"There - a duplicate of our vessel," Gemini pointed out. Kyle squinted and saw it. "The fools," Gemini scoffed. "The duplicate is using an old Federation technology for that disguise; Holographic Deception device. They called it Incursion technology. Regardless, Tondam is convinced that is us."
Kyle looked to Malachai. "Where did you say you were headed?" he asked him.
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Reach Orbit ***
Ado nodded in agreement. "Understandable. Those things make my skin crawl, personally," he told Ray. He indicated an escort nearby. "They'll see you to the Hangar Deck. If anything else comes up, I'll contact you."
*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Armory ***
When Andru was done, he was armored up in an SSF Battle Suit, with his dual Katanas hanging from his belt, DH17 strapped to one thigh, a modded, but well-maintained antique FN Five-Seven in a shoulder holster, SG9 Raptor in his arms, and several magazines of ammo marked with green tape and some marked with red. "Ready as I'll ever be," he said, his voice modulated by the armor's external speakers. He motioned his head. "Inorra will have that drop ship prepped by now - and she'll be in her own armor by the time we reach her. Best not keep her waiting." He accessed his radio. "Lupe, I hope to god you're still on-track. Stand by, we'll have you mark our drop ship, and you can follow us in."
*** Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus continued listening to Nari as they headed for transport. He had to admit, the Clans were an odd people. But then, he had seen stranger - and worse - societies.
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*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
An alarm went off at 0730, and was turned off almost as soon as it started blaring. "Let's hope John didn't--" Ketorr grumbled. He was cut off by the sudden sound of his son wailing. Ketorr kissed Kia on the cheek and whispered to her, "I've got it - you sleep." He then got up and headed to John's room to tend to his young son.
*** Drakona Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Viktor and Kabier were already up and tending to their son by 0745. As always, they shared the tender kisses and playful bumps and pinches while they did so.
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--Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Vehicle Depot--
"Our dropship is awaiting coordinates." Lupe responded ,simply.
_-_ Indari Manor, Dragon'taan _-_
the sound of two wailing younglings suddenly broke the silence.
the sound Awoke Spyra who had been sleeping along with Cynder, who had also been sleeping.
Spyra growled to herself as she got up, closing her eyes as she tried to think how she was going to get the young dragon she saw before, to come with her. She didn't want to bring him along against his will after all...
*-* Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan *-*
Ketorr would find his adopted Dreanei daugher, Aylina had beat him to John's crib, and was bouncing the young wolf on her leg.
--Fox Fire, Dragon'taan Orbit--
"So I think the last detail is their use of Aff and Neg for Yes and No respectively. The Clans are a warrior driven society so when it comes to speech, they tend to be very clear and precise, as evidence, of their neglect of contractions." Nari explained, as the ship prepared it's FTL Drives.
_ Krystal's Lab, Krystal's private room _
A Blue vixen slept in bed next to the black tiger, Markus Tokarev, but he was in for a bit of a surprise...
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*Armored Cruiser Ardent*
Ray nodded. "I thank you for all you've done, Ado. I hope I can one day repay you." He then turned to follow his escorts.
*Sangheilios Refugee camp*
A few of the refugees, unused to their new lifestyle, had woken after only four hours of sleep. However, they stayed in their shacks, cooking on small electric stoves some of the supplies they were given.
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*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Armory ***
Double checking his weapons, equipment and the power levels of his Valkyr Mk.V full combat armor's shield generator from his wrist projected holoscreen, the ram looked at the Nord male and nodded in repliance of them going to have to head to the hangar bay to meet Inorra at her already readied dropship waiting to take the team to Akavir.
"Roger that, Andru. Let's get the operation started!" Replied Polaris, as he began to follow Andru out from the armory towards the base's hangar bay. Soon however a question about there whereabouts of Lupe just popped into his mind and turned his head towards Andru with a raised eyebrow. "By the way, isn't Lupe gonna ride with us, or did she already have a ride of her own?"
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station, Borealis**
Alice looks around the empty bay, scanning the entire location before she speaks to herself in that moment. "Huh... tough crowd it seems." She says while shrugging before heading off. With no security or much of anything she decides not to bother herself with waiting around, not sure whether Spikey is gonna follow or not. She'd proceed out of the bay and into the main interior of the ship, exploring the majority of the vessel before hopefully finding her way to the Command Deck... if there was one.
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*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Angel sat silent there as the reality around them melted and showing Angel looking down at the ground, until she fell over, with a dark-blue blood from her nose. Angel laid down on the ground, her body freezing and shaking. A bar was laying in Derrik's hand, but Angel didn't have any visible bruises, however the frames and knick-knacks in the room seemed to be strewn about the room.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
The beast roared out and fell to the ground. The crowd went silent. But the doors didn't open. The beast popped up, its flesh falling off its body as it swung around seemed to be radiating the same lightning shot at it. The beast moved much faster than before, and seemed to be getting brighter with red at its core. The beast seemed to be attempting to suicide, but was determined to take Keesha with it, as it kept trying to hug/ grasp it.
*** Starship Chimera, Coruscant Orbit ***
Malachai was caught in wonder by the architecture of the ship, and was caught off guard when he was talked to, "Oh! Geidi IV! I've been given tickets for the tournament, in the VIP section... Is that a problem?"
_-_ Indari Manor, Dragon'taan _-_
Raz joined in the crying as the other younglings woke him up, disturbing his sleeping.
Fawn woke up with a groan from the cries, getting up, wearing only boxers, and following the crying. Once reaching one of the rooms, Fawn slammed into the door with his body and knocked himself out, falling back onto the floor and falling back asleep.
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---Star Destroyer Reckoning, Dragon'taan Orbit---
Shoon made for the armory "I think I will get myself as equipped as I can before we get there"
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*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, In-Transit to Coruscant ***
"That'd be a good idea," Draco said after Shoon. He looked to Sergeant Rusk. "You better go with him." The Sergeant nodded, saluted, and left, following Shoon.
*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
"What the hell...?" Derrik said, as though he just woke to this scene. "What... what happened?"
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha stood her ground, sending a blast of Force Destruction at the beast that would send most any skeletal creature flying in the other direction in pieces.
*** Starship Chimera, Coruscant Orbit ***
"Not a problem at all," Kyle replied. "Gemini, set course for Geidi IV, Maximum Warp." As the Tondam ship followed the decoy, the cloaked Chimera moved away from the orbital traffic of Coruscant and warped out, heading for Geidi IV. "Thank you, Adapted Tal Shiar cloaking device," Kyle muttered. He looked to Malachai. "I'll be in my quarters; Gemini can point you to whatever you need." He then headed off the bridge without another word and to his quarters.
*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base ***
"I believe she has a ride of her own," Andru answered as he lead Polaris to the landing pads. "Inorra's drop ship wouldn't be able to handle a mech like that. It's meant for ferrying personnel and supplies, not armored units like that." They would step onto the landing pad shortly thereafter, where Inorra was busy readying the drop ship. Andru put a finger to his lips, gesturing for Polaris to remain quiet as he snuck up and pinched Inorra's behind and grabbed her, eliciting a startled shout, then a laugh.
*** Armored Cruiser Ardent, Reach Orbit ***
The escorts would lead Ray to the hangar bay, onto a waiting drop ship, where they would sit down, strap in, and wait for take-off, which would put Ray in a landing bay, where a UNSC Escort was waiting.
*** Sangheilios Refugee Camp ***
The man in the black hooded cloak returned to the camp, his attire making him stick out like a sore thumb in this setting. He strode toward the shack he'd been to the previous night, intent unclear.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake was already up and heading to his children's room, entering as he said, "It's okay, daddy's here, daddy's here."
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr chuckled. "You really have taken to being a big sister," he complimented Aylina. He looked around, then asked, "Where's Lian?"
*** Krystal's Lab, Krystal's private room ***
Markus slept soundly, seemingly unaware of what lay in wait.
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-_- Planet Nirn, Alpha Base -_-
"Wolf's den 1 to Nirn base we're on standby ready to launch." Lupe's dropship captain, a male Lykarios an anthro wolf species similar to the Khajiit also from Tamriel, though the rest of the crew on the spherical dropship were holograms or droids.
_-_ Indari Manor, Dragon'taan _-_
Amie was already comforting Shiloe, allowing Drake to have their Son to comfort.
Spyra and Cynder came up to the door of Anne's room where Raz was, Cynder openening the door as the tow Dragonesses stepped in quietly trying not to wake Anna if she wasn't already awake.
*|*Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan *|*
A large white female tiger ented the Armory "Bout time that's the last time I take a long trip anywhere." The Tigress oddly named Tigress, grumbled...
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*UNSC Landing Bay*
Ray sighed as the craft landed. He looked to his escorts and spoke. "I need to see the research head. I've got important data that he wants."
((Rom, do you want to control the escorts or should I?))
*Refugee Camp*
A few more refugees awoke, collecting tools and supplies for work.
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*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Landing Pads ***
"A mech you say? Well, it's a good thing she's bringing some heavier firepower with us for this mission!" Responded Polaris with a surprised and approving tone, before soon finding himself, along with Andru at the Alpha Base's landing pads where he could already see Inorra working on her dropship. Approaching the Khajiit in question, Polaris was about to hail the feline to catch her attention, before receiving a gesture of keeping silent from his Nord teammate. Nodding with a smirk in silence, the ram kept quiet and allowed the human to surprise hug her from behind.
Chuckling at the sight of Andru and Inorra's playfulness, the ram soon took a proper look at their dropship they would be taking a ride with to the distant Akavir continent itself. "That's a nice ship you have there, Inorra!" Said the ram, while walking to the side to take a better look of the ship more properly.
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*Mongdrigo to all dark-sec transceivers*
A message pinged out to any and all transceivers set on a common frequency mercenaries, pirates, and general guns-for-hire used.
>Attention! Huge payout for help! Report to these coordinates and await further orders<
Attached were galactic coordinates that simply pointed to what was commonly considered dead space, some uncolonized star too far for any use. Though in actuality was the star that Mongdrigo orbited. More accurately the coordinates pointed to the farthest moon from Mongdrigo. Great Leader was banking on the greedy and desperate to help him collect his runaways.
*Last Chance Station, somewhere in deep space*
Captain Ardos sat in front of his crew, disrobed to his underwear, defeated. "I'm...I'm sorry, guys. I don't have any money anymore 'cause that fat bastard Great Leader's money is worthless outside of Mongdrigo."
In response, first mate Teaden Fluxovik threw the captain's now-torn coat at its owner. "Why'd ya go an' lie, Ardy? We was gonna be rich. Feh," he turned with an indignant huff, "guess we'll go an' find work elsewheres."
The crew shuffled off to the airlock, when the doors locked on their own. A hail coming from Mongdrigo auto-started, and once the static cleared, revealed the fat, disgusting face of Great Leader. His voice dripped venom, when it wasn't choked behind ragged breath.[size=78%]"Ardos! Where...are my runaways!? You were supposed to bring them back...or die!"[/size]
Ardos stood slowly. "The Sangheili got 'em now, fat-face. Our contract is up."
Great Leader's face contorted into an evil grin of yellowed, rotten teeth. "Then...you die." His bulbous claw presses at a button on his chair, and the connection cut. A few minutes later, the Cobalt Eternity got a very special present. A large box topped with cylinders filled with green liquid fell through a warp-sphere. A second passed, before the entire crew tried to fight through the bulkhead door. Ardos, however, simply sat in front of the device. "Liquid Tiberium. You actually did it." The cylinders emptied, and the Cobalt Eternity erupted into a massive explosion that rocked the entire Last Chance station, the noxious green ball of fire flitting away in the vacuum of space. The stationmaster immediately called out to whatever galactic government ship was closest with distress hails.
"This is Tyr Garphus," the gecko in charge said into the microphone, "any big ships out there please help! We just got rocked by an explosion! Life support is declining, we need to evacuate! Eleven-hundred are on board, send help!"
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_-_ Indari Manor, Dragon'taan _-_
Raz was awake, scared still and he started to wail louder as he saw two dark figures creep into the room, his tail jabbing Amie's side as he tried to wake her up.
*|*Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan *|*
Felicity woke up when she heard the front door open. Unsure of what the noise was, Felicity hopped down while the others were asleep, wondering into the hallway and sneaking through outlets until she got to the front counter, peeking over the counter to look at the tiger, not taking into account that her glow was loosely casting onto the counter a tiny bit.
*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Angel was nearly motionless on the floor, but a guard had caught the whole thing just after Derrik had drank the water, "Whatever that girl did to you, it made you angry... and unlocked something... You swung at her, but it ever hit her... I'll go get the doc. I won't tattle, Derrik, I know it wasn't your fault.", the guard then swiftly left for the doc.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
The beast went flying, its core flying out of its body and exploding on the opposite side of the arena. The dome went down and the doors open, allowing Keesha to return to the prep room.
*** Starship Chimera, Coruscant Orbit ***
Malachai waited until Kyle was gone, "Ge-mini, can you view t'he Unreal t'ournemint?"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna and Kyle awoke at the same time, and, seeing Spyra and Cynder there, Anna frowned. "Spyra...? What are you doing here? You're scaring the little one; and who's that with you?" she asked groggily.
Drake, as this was happening, picked up young Jason and held him. "It's alright, Jason - daddy's here. Daddy's here." He gently rocked his wailing son, while looking to Amie. "I think they're hungry."
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr was already cooking breakfast when Lian and her fiance - James - awoke and plodded into the kitchen. "Have a good night's rest, you two?" Ketorr asked.
"We did - but got awakened by the cry of the little one," James responded.
*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Derrik knelt down next to Angel, wondering what exactly happened, as he didn't remember a thing, and now fearful he would lose his job.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha twirled her lightsabers for a moment, extinguished them, collected her cloak, and headed off the arena floor.
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
Gemini gestured to a small, holographic screen, which promptly turned on and tuned in to the Unreal Tournament for Malachai.
Kyle, however, walked into his quarters wordlessly, standing before a window staring out at the stars. His mind, however, remained on Gypsie. He felt he was growing... rather attached to her. After all, in the short time they'd known each other, they'd both been through a lot. Amazing how it all started with a simple act of kindness and sympathy.
*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Landing Pads ***
"What, this?" Inorra asked, tapping the drop ship's hull. "This is just a drop ship. You should see the starship Hubby and I run together."
"Honey, don't start bragging," Andru warned.
"Oh, don't start with me on bragging, Andru Blade-Dancer!" Inorra countered.
"Captains," said a holographic Dunmer from the cockpit, "We really should be off. Wolf's Den One needs coordinates." Andru sighed wearily.
"Very well - let's get this show on the road," he said. "Polaris, find a seat and strap in." The pilot of the craft initiated the startup sequence as he said this.
*** UNSC Landing Bay, Reach ***
(I'll control them. Why? Did you want to?)
"We know," said the NCO on the right. "We were tasked with escorting you there."
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
The black-clad figure, just as he had the previous night, stopped before Garrus' tent, his head bowed low so that his hood obscured his face and breath mask.
*** Last Chance Station, somewhere in deep space ***
As it happened, a large vessel and its two escorts were nearby to receive the distress call:
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A single message was sent in response: "This is Battle Group Gamma, Captain Korran Commanding. Hang tight, we are inbound." Shortly thereafter, all three vessels went into Phase Space, heading for the origin of the distress beacon.
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+=+ Indari Manor Dragon'taan +=+
"This is Cynder, she came to find me, something is wrong in my home realm and I heard the little dragon crying with Amie's children, but I wanted the little dragon to come with us to the 'dragon' realm, perhaps he could learn about himself there or the Elders could teach him, but as you can tell he's a bit touchy around me."
Amie Groaned, pointing to a nearby shelf with doors. "I did this whole thing for you already, can you remember that?" Amie sighed, attempting to feed her daughter.
__- Tigeress Armory Dragon'taan -__
Tigress blinked spotting some light behind the front desk, the large female tiger walked up to the desk and reached over it grabbing Felicity by the Tail at first, then immediately letting go, realizing the 'Object' she grabbed was too small.
=+= Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Vehicle depot =+=
Lupe impatiently tapped her claws on the 'dashboard' of her mech's cockpit as she waited for the Wolf den One to take off.
--- Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ---
"Poor baby." came the voice of Kia sarcastically, from behind James as she walked out of her room patting James on the back, wearing only a baggy nightgown. "Sorry I slept in , Hun, had a good dream, for once." The Worgen female almost grumbled, sitting down at the nearby kitchen table.
_-+-_ Last Chance Station, somewhere in deep space _-+-_
When the ships arrived they would find a huge spacecraft (https://i.imgur.com/NMEsYpY.jpg) already near the station
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A hail coming out from the ship to the newly arrived vessels, transmission code Identifying the craft the Victory class assault carrier, Galatea
"This is the captain of the Galatae to newly arrived ships, sensors read a Tiberium infestation on the station, I have some remotely operated transports on board ,but any help would be welcomed, I'm a little worried about the Tiberium, though." Said a Blue fox oddly like Krystal but Male.
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*UNCS Landing Bay, Reach*
((I didn't want to impose them on you is all))
Ray blinked. "S-Sorry. Lead the way."
*Last Chance Station*
Tyr Garphus herded everyone he could towards the transporter room, utilizing a wireless headset to communicate with the nearby ships. "If you guys got the room, we need to get these people off this station."
The Cobalt Eternity's debris was being eaten away by the liquid Tiberium, along with crystals themselves growing on the main hulk of the ship.
*Sangheilios Refugee Camp*
Garrus stirred gently in his sleep, but did not awaken. No one knew that the stranger had arrived.
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station, Borealis**
Alice, after having spent well over a few hours waltzing around the ship with less then enthusiastic interest, eventually made it to the outside of the Destroyer's Bridge. She'd take a quick look at the guards, sizing them up even though she had no intentions of causing issues. "You fellas don't mind if I walk on in there, do you?"
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*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Landing Pads ***
"Understood! I'll get in the back! Might do some calibrations with my weapons as I'll wait for us to get to Akavir in the meantime!" Acknowledged Polaris and nodded sharply, before stepping inside the spcacious dropship through it's open rear hatch, took a seat nearest to him and placed his duffle bag right next to his feet, before pulling down a safety harness above him on top of his chest.
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**Location Unknown**
**The Automated Distress signal repeated itself in an interval of every 2.5 Minutes between each burst. Each burst being made out of a trio of transmissions.**
**Each encoded in snippets of three. Three long, three short and then three long**
--The Message Read--
**// ALERT//Dominion Distress Code:0810382// Priority Alert// Encoded Message //**
||Project Supremacy Base Facility OXH8 Compromised|| All Available Dominion Military Personnel|| Primary Recall Code: India, Romeo, November.||
**Attached to this message was a series of coordinates**
(A edited repost for those who missed it)
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---Star Destroyer Reckoning, In-Transit to Coruscant ---
Shoon stood waiting in the elevator "Actually... where is the armory?" Shoon asked, just now realizing he didn't know where it is.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz was shaking against Anna, holding himself against her tightly, watching Spyra out of the side of his eye.
*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
The doctor didn't come, but the nurse did, "I heard, Derrik." She quickly ran to Angel and pulled out a syringe, "When the doctor and I were patching her up, we took a blood sample, and like most of the contestants and staff, we have a specialized syringe called the 'Revivi'.", she took the cap off the syringe, and jabbed it into Angel's side, making the dragon groan, but within moments, the welts on Angel's body slowly healed.
After a few moments, the nurse stood up, placing Angel on the couch there. Afterwards she stood up and looked at Derrik, holding another syringe, "I already know what happened, and in case it does again, put this into the girl. Or whenever she gets really hurt.", the nurse placed it in Derrik's hands and waited for a response.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
The next contestants entered the arena after Keesha, and as the victor of that round. Keesha would be escorted to a more lavish prep room, if allowed by her.
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
Malachai chuckled as he caught the end of the match, "Who is that, huh? Seems like some rogue Jey-di. Ge-mini, can you identify that girl?"
__- Tigeress Armory Dragon'taan -__
Felicity eeped and looked up at Tigress, petrified before she bolted for the wall socket to try and run.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz was shaking against Anna, holding himself against her tightly, watching Spyra out of the side of his eye.
*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
The doctor didn't come, but the nurse did, "I heard, Derrik." She quickly ran to Angel and pulled out a syringe, "When the doctor and I were patching her up, we took a blood sample, and like most of the contestants and staff, we have a specialized syringe called the 'Revivi'.", she took the cap off the syringe, and jabbed it into Angel's side, making the dragon groan, but within moments, the welts on Angel's body slowly healed.
After a few moments, the nurse stood up, placing Angel on the couch there. Afterwards she stood up and looked at Derrik, holding another syringe, "I already know what happened, and in case it does again, put this into the girl. Or whenever she gets really hurt.", the nurse placed it in Derrik's hands and waited for a response.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
The next contestants entered the arena after Keesha, and as the victor of that round. Keesha would be escorted to a more lavish prep room, if allowed by her.
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
Malachai chuckled as he caught the end of the match, "Who is that, huh? Seems like some rogue Jey-di. Ge-mini, can you identify that girl?"
__- Tigeress Armory Dragon'taan -__
Felicity eeped and looked up at Tigress, petrified before she bolted for the wall socket to try and run.
- Tigress Armory Dragon'taan -
Unfortunately for Felicity the wall socket had shorted out recently and was covered pending repairs, the large she-tiger, somewhat started by Felicity. looked away as if looking at a camera for a second to say "I get that reaction all the time...shame people think that just because I'm big, I'm mean." before trying to approach the odd dragon. "By Arcnon's light, what are you and where did you come from, little one?" Tigress asked in a calm, motherly manor.
Amps was busy in the next room, trying to figure things out,when Serena showed up in hologram form in the room.
--- Alpha base Vehicle Depot, Nirn ---
"Wolf Den One, we copy following you." the captin of the ship said as the spherical dropship took off.
-- Indari Manor --
"He needs to learn what being with his kind is one way or another Spyra said as she Approached raz and gave him a loving nuzzle.
--- Sangheilios Orbital Station, Borealis ---
Rae stepped out of the bridge, pressing a button, the hologram guards vanished. "No I have no problem with that, sorry for the wait." the white vixen replied
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Easy, sweetie," Anna said soothingly to Raz. "They're old friends." She looked to Spyra. "You're scaring the little one."
"Oh, right - sorry," Drake responded as he got a bottle of milk and began feeding his son.
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"That right?" Ketorr asked. "Was it the dream you had about our wedding, that one time, or was it something else?"
"Mom had a dream about your wedding?" Lian asked, clearly confused. "I had no idea."
*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Derrik took the syringe. "Understood - hopefully, I won't need it," he said, walking over beside Angel.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha followed the escort, coming into this lavish prep room. But, to her honesty, she preferred her quarters aboard the Dragon's Pride. But she daren't say that aloud as she looked around.
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
"Better watch what you say about that woman; that's Keesha Jek'ari, daughter of the famed Kylet'oran Jek'ari, a Jedi Weapon Master who fought in the Marauder War," Gemini answered. "A lot of people are betting she'll take the tournament."
Kyle remained before the window in his quarters, lost in thought, and his thoughts remaining on Gypsie. His eyes were closed, and music was playing in a soft, mellow melody. But, though his eyes were closed, his Force awareness was fully active.
*** Unknown Location ***
A battle group of vessels dropped out of hyperspace at the coordinates, having diverted course after receiving the beacon:
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The lead ship - a Nebula-class Star Destroyer - opened a hailing frequency, trying to establish communications.
(Deik, do with this group what you wish - you have full permission.)
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, In-Transit to Coruscant ***
Draco called for two DMC Marines and indicated them. "Follow them - they'll take you there," he told Shoon. He looked to Blaine and Kozik. "Do either of you need to hit the armory, or did you come prepped?"
*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, Landing Pads ***
The drop ship shuddered, the doors closed, and the ship lifted off the deck. "Wolf's Den One, this is Broadsword - we're airborne. Follow our signal; we'll be using an uninhabited area for the LZ - shouldn't be a soul in sight."
"Don't jinx us, honey!" Andru called out to the cockpit.
"I can say the same to you!" Inorra shot back. A Holographic Sangheili leaned closer to Polaris.
"Did they tell you how they met?" he asked him.
*** UNSC Base, Reach ***
The Marine escort escorted Ray to his destination, where they stood at-attention to allow Ray to enter.
*** Last Chance Station ***
"Copy, Last Chance - we have transporters standing by," Captain Korran responded. "It's not the most pleasant way to evac, but it's the quickest. Stand by."
The vessels all moved to within transporter range, ready to beam the station inhabitants aboard their vessels.
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
As the black-clad figure stood before Garrus' tent, he reached out with the force, a single message directed at Garrus: "Awaken."
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*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, En route towards Akavir ***
"No, they did not, but you're free to fill the blanks! How did they exactly?" Responded Polaris with a curious eyebrow raise to the holographic figure of an alien Sangheili, while sitting back in the troop hold at the rear of the ship with his safety harness on, as the dropship finally took off from the Alpha Base's landing pads into the air was headed towards their destination.
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*Last Chance Station*
People were transported out in scores, pushing the transporter units to their limits. Tyr stood by, shepherding survivors and planning to be the last to leave. "Thanks, guys! I dunno what hit us, but it was bad."
Crystals began to form on the damaged portions of the station, growing slowly across it's surface.
*Refugee Camp*
Garrus did not stir in the slightest, as if the message never reached him. The black-clad figure, if they focused, would see that Garrus (and by extension the entirety of Garrus's people) appeared very strange through the Force. As if they weren't there.
*UNSC Base, Reach*
Ray stood at the door to Doctor Andreas' lab. He took a deep breath, and knocked.
Andreas Kempf, an old codger of an armadillo, perked up from his desk as he heard the knock. The old scientist stood and shuffled to the door. A few button presses later, and the door opened quickly. Andreas welcomed Ray inside, smiling as he spoke. "Yes yes, come in! I'm very sorry to hear of Doctor Ima'am's passing, but at least we've the data." The armadillo looked Ray up and down critically. "You...DO have it, right?"
Rap produced the drive, which Andreas scooped up greedily, hurrying to his computer. A few moments passed, and the drive's data was extracted. Partially corrupted due to age, the data bore only a few videos and documents.
Andreas massaged his eyelids, sighing loudly. "I'm afraid...this is going to take a few hours to decypher. We'll have our data soon enough, lad." He looked over the thick rims of his glasses, eyeing Ray again. "What's your name again, son?"
Ray smiled. "Rayleonarde, sir."
Andreas nodded slowly. "And you were Ima'am's assistant?" A shake of Ray's head was the only response. Andreas seemed to get more engrossed in his task, as he did not speak afterwards.
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--- Alpha base Vehicle Depot, Nirn ---
"Wolf Den One, we copy following you." the captin of the ship said as the spherical dropship took off.
-- Indari Manor --
"He needs to learn what being with his kind is one way or another Spyra said as she Approached raz and gave him a loving nuzzle.
--- Sangheilios Orbital Station, Borealis ---
Rae stepped out of the bridge, pressing a button, the hologram guards vanished. "No I have no problem with that, sorry for the wait." the white vixen replied
--- Last chance Station ---
The Shuttle from the Galatae docked with the station ready to recieve other survivors, the shuttles emitting some sort of energy that would slow down the Tiberium's growth. "Kylie to station, if you can turn the environmental conditions on the station so that the temperature is very low, it may be uncomfortable ,but it will further slow down the tiberium's growth!"
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, En Route to Coruscant **
"We're well-prepared, sir." Blaine replied, lifting his rifle slightly. Kozik nodded, looking over his kit quickly.
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station, Borealis**
Alice blinks for a second as the guards phase out of existence, turning around to look at Rae in both confusion and perhaps a little amazement. "Well, its about damn time." She says a tad bit playfully, before switching her tone once again. "No need to apologize, least I know every good way to abandon ship if the time comes." She explains, jokingly so before making her way forward and past Rae into the bridge. "So I doubt its going to be much longer till we head off to our destination?"
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*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
The nurse added one more thing before leaving, "Make her comfortable and bring her to the prize display pod before the last match... Boss's orders, if you have forgotten..."
Angel breathed more calmly now, clearly sleeping and showing no signs of damage.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
In the prep room, contestants who won the first round would continue to that room, with two off-side rooms, one being a not-at-all free spa/medic, and the other being a bar/viewing room. The main room was furnished with cushioned seats and a large TV above, but with no sound from it.
The next match ended in the custom made beast and contestant exploding in a radiative explosion, clearly showing what could have happened if Keesha didn't win. Speaking of which, Keesha would have been holding onto Radioactive particles on her person.
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
Under his breath, Malachai spoke, "Not if I have anything to do with it...", realizing he spoke what he was thinking, be it very quiet, Malachai regained his composure, "How much longer until we reach the destination?"
Gypsie had raided the pantry, since the supplies hadn't been restocked from the loading bay yet, walking back to her room before hearing the music and walking to Kyle's room, munching on a banana. Once she reached his room, she held up a Jalapeno sausage, "Meat tube?", she said, offering a warm sausage to Kyle.
Due to her necklace, Gypsie would be unnoticeable to a Force user until she was very close, or in this case, until she would stand in the doorway.
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Felicity looked nervously up at Tigress, shivering in fear until she finally spoke, "G-get back!"
-- Indari Manor --
Looking away and then cautiously returning the nuzzle, Raz still held onto Anna, not ready to let go yet.
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*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Derrik nodded wordlessly, keeping an eye on Angel.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha, upon realization that she was carrying such particles, would use the Force to cure herself of any radioactive poisoning, and rid herself of such particles. She stood a distance away from the TV, but still watching it to see what was next.
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
"Still got a couple hours," Gemini answered, ignoring Malachai's overconfident statement.
Kyle nearly jumped on hearing Gypsie's voice, but quickly calmed down. "No, thank you - I'm not hungry," he told her. He gestured, and the music switched to another song. He sighed, then asked, "Why did you... kiss me?"
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, En Route to Coruscant ***
"Very well," Draco said officiously. "Get some rest - I'll summon you when we hit Coruscant Orbit."
*** Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, En route towards Akavir ***
"It was during one of Andru's ops... things went south, he was separated from his team, but happened across her - she was about to be... ahem... 'abused', and he saved her life. She swore she'd stick by his side until she had saved his. They linked back up with his team, and she just happened to have operational knowledge of the area they were headed to, and it helped them avoid a trap and finish the mission," the Sangheili explained. "She eventually did save his life - from an assassination attempt, no less - and they stuck by each other's side. Some of the guys at the base had a pool going as to when they would decide they love each other. I won that one."
The drop ship would continue heading for Akavir, to the AO.
*** Last Chance Station ***
The crews of the ships beaming the survivors aboard did everything they could, tending to those injured and wounded, while the Bridge Crew speculated on what exactly happened here.
*** Refugee Encampment, Sangheilios ***
The black-clad figure did not press, but merely tried to get Garrus' attention by knocking down whatever non-fragile items were in his tent.
*** Secret Bunker, New Cerinia ***
Markus awoke with a groan, then sat up with a yawn. He rose, dressed, and went out for a mug of coffee.
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--Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan --
"Why are you so afraid of me?" Tigress asked. "And if anyone should be doing anything it's you, this is my armory after all."
-- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan --
"So little one would you like to see the realm of the dragons?" Spyra asked stepping away from Raz.
-- Sangheilios Station, Borealis --
"Are you and your friend ready? We're due to take off now, if you have everything." Rae noted.
--- Planet Nirn, Alpha Base, En route towards Akavir ---
the Wolf's den, followed along, though, Lupe didn't like how silent the trip was at least on her ship.
-- Last Chance station --
"Kylie to all ships, whatch for Tiberium poisoning on any of the survivors!" Kylie warned the crews of the other ship as he and his ship's AI whatched the operation.
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*Refugee Camp*Garrus awoke, rubbing his face. "Ugh...children, please don't knock my stuff around." He sat up, but froze when he spotted the black-clad stranger. "W-Who are you?"
*Last Chance Station*
With the final few survivors transported through, Tyr did one more check of the area before jumping on the transporter pad. "This is Tyr, everyone's out."
*UNSC Research Lab, Reach*
A few more minutes passed before the data-drive's memory was fixed. Andreas immediately fired up the first video.
A brief few seconds of static gave way to a disheveled raccoon wearing what appears to be a CBRN-like suit beneath a lab coat. He took a deep breath before speaking.
"Doctor Andreas. I'm Doctor Ima'am. We spoke over long-range messages before that bastard Great Leader cut all outgoing communications. There's been a big revolution brewing for a while now, so hopefully that goes well. As promised, I'll be filling a data-drive with my research with Tiberium. Hopefully you can help this wretched planet. Tiberium infestations have been popping up for a while now. A-Anyway, the first thing I need to pass is that Tiberium grows. Like a plant. Like weeds. It's a strange substance. Crystaline in nature, but it acts like it's alive. I'll have more in the following weeks. This is Ima'am, signing off."
The next few videos, unfortunately, were beyond repair, leaving only the last few videos.
The video opens with doctor Ima'am cradling his head in despair.
"I can't figure it out...Tiberium can, yes, be refined. I've already detailed this. But to get rid of it? I can't figure anything out. It doesn't burn, doesn't melt, doesn't dissolve. Oh, yeah...don't mix Tiberium and water. Tiberium grows in some sort of berserker mode. Nasty business. 30% of the planet's covered now. I don't suspect my people will make it out of this."
The last few videos were ones of celebration; Doctor Ima'am explaining the revolution's success, the plans and eventual construction and launch of the Corporeal Dream. The last video was of Doctor Ima'am's quarters, the door locked and buttressed, and the doctor himself brandishing a pistol at the door as he spoke.
"They've found us. I hope this gets to you, Doctor Andreas. The monsters I talked about have found the Corporeal Dream. I don't know what they're hunting us for, but they're here." In the few moments of silence, faint screams could be heard. Ima'am shook his head. "We left a crewman in the medical labs. Poor guy...he's probably mince-meat now. But I locked the lab just in case." The door suddenly burst open, knocking the camera over. Strange noises, utterly unnatural, haunted the screaming death of Doctor Ima'am. The video cut as the camera was crushed.
Andreas shook his head, as the rest of the files were repaired. "Christ...what did he find?"
Ray was sitting quietly in the corner of the lab, unsure of what was going on.
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*** Planet Nirn, Above Morrowind, En route to Akavir ***
"Aaah, I see... Love on the battlefield! Sounds like both have been through fire and flame by the sounds of what you just told me!" Responded the ram to the Sangheili hologram with a smirk. "It's quite impressive to say how deeply involved both Andru and Inorra are with each other, while still yet continuing to risk their own lives in the face of danger such as this mission, from where we have no guarantees of if we'll be able to come back in one piece!" Continued Polaris with a slightly more serious tone in his voice.
"However, I applaud them both for their bravery and their deep trust and love towards each other to face such uncertainties together..." The ram nodded approvingly with a smile.
"Anyhow, changing the topic, any estimated time before our arrival to the continent of Akavir?" Asked the ram curiously, while trying to look around the interior of the dropship for something to give him indication of their current location on the planet he knew very little about.
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station, Borealis**
Alice gives Rae a firm nod. "We're as ready as we're ever gonna be. Ain't that right Spikey?" She says, seemingly to herself as the colony was well... nowhere to be seen.
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*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"We read you, Leviathans - go ahead," came the response.
*** Restaurant "Grand Dragons", Dragon'taan ***
"My name is Jake Reznov," the Worgen responded to Fayam. "And I came here looking for my son. I don't suppose you know him?"
*** Outer Space ***
The leading Hirogen ship took a hit, but remained combat-effective. It turned it's disruptor banks on Anna's ship and fired. Nearby, there was a surge of intermittent neutrino emissions indicative of a ship preparing to de-cloak.
*"Grand Dragons"*
Fayam narrowed his eyes. "You kiddin'? I couldn't even know you had a son in the first place!"
*Outer Space*
Anna yelled: "They're firing on us! Evasive manouvres!" With a wild steer, she rolled Faith sideways and barely avoided the shot. She knew disruptor shots were stronger than Faith's shield. The gunslinger didn't let go of the fire button in the meantime. Only the copilot noticed the de-cloak, on which he kept a sharp eye.
*Sangheilios orbit*
The Leviathans went on: "We came here to inquire about the location of Krystal Indari-Torakev and her husband. We have a message for them, which we like to send personally."
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*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Angel continued sleeping, her blood having stained the collar of the shirt she was wearing.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
A butler bot would walk by and give Keesha instructions for if she needed refreshments.
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
Gypsie walked into Kyle's room, finishing her food and placing the remains in a garbage bin. After finishing wiping her hands off, she grabbed Kyle's hand, and sat them on the bed, "I'm a sort of Siren, but I don't kill from my songs... I instead kill with my kiss... but I am able to suppress the venomous parts of my venom to make a dullness in the body... plus I didn't want to see you regret doing something... especially in a place like that temple", she let go of Kyle's hand, hunching over.
"I'll understand if you want me to leave... I know I shouldn't've...", The room fell quiet, except for the pittle of Gypsie's tears hitting the floor, overly upset over what she deemed was an uncalled-for disabling tactic.
--Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan --
"I-I'm afraid of you because I've been through too much recently, and that I'm stupid for leaving Amps' side to investigate a noise, and um... that I don't know anything about who I am...", she was initially scared before, but now just put herself down.
-- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan --
Raz looked at Spyra and then to Anna, speaking in what he knew of his tongue, "Momma come too?", 'momma' refering to Anna when Raz nuzzled under her chin, talking to Spyra.
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*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Derrik dug into the desk nearby and found a cleaning tool to clean the blood stain on the shirt collar. He then tried to quietly set to work cleaning up the stain without waking Angel.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha thanked the bot, but she didn't need refreshments - she just needed rest. She sat down, leaned her head on the back of the couch, and closed her eyes.
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
Kyle reached down and gently took Gypsie's chin, trying to lift her face to look her in her eyes, where he would lean in and give her a gentle, tender kiss of his own. "Don't be ashamed," he whispered to her. "Keeping a friend from doing something he'd regret is nothing to cry over. If anything, I am thankful to have you at my side - someone who can stop me before I can hurt myself anymore."
(Mary, you do know I did a timeskip on Dragon'taan, right? It's now daytime there.)
*** Outer Space ***
The de-cloaking vessel was none other than a Tal Shiar Mogai Heavy Warbird. It went shields up and weapons-hot the second it was visible, targeting the Faith.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Krystal? She's with her husband on New Cerinia, a moon of Dragon'taan," the Sangheili operator said. "Who is trying to get a message to them?"
*** Refugee Camp, Sangheilios ***
"Call me Malgus," the black-clad figure told Garrus, raising his head to look at him from within that dark hood, his eyes glowing yellow. "Darth Malgus."
*** Last Chance Station ***
"Copy, stand by for transport," Captain Korran responded. He nodded to the transporter chief, who began beaming Tyr aboard.
*** Planet Nirn, Above Morrowind, En route to Akavir ***
"We've got two hours to the LZ," Inorra called out from the cockpit. Andru came into the troop cabin.
"Yes, Inorra and I met under extreme circumstances - but we've remained devoted to each other. She's a babe, if mildly irritating from time to time," he said.
"I heard that, Andru!" Inorra called out.
"And she has very acute hearing," Andru chuckled. "Anyway, when we got married, as you can imagine, there were a few people who didn't like it."
"Yeah, tell him about the one who picked a fight with you at the Bee and Barb in Riften!" Inorra shouted.
Andru rolled his eyes. "Oh, god - how can I forget?"
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-Indari manor, Dragon'taan-
"Sure if she doesn't mind." Spyra added looking to Cynder , who offered a nod in affirmation, more worried about her home.
--- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"Ahh so your the one. I have to say, your not what I expected. As Soon as Serena uploads herself here we'll take a look at you." Tigress responded
--- Secret Bunker, New Cerinia ---
Krystal would be found working in her office at the moment , leaving to question, who was the blue Vixen in the bedroom?
_ Nari's leopard in transit to Arc-Royal surface._
"And that should be everything, we should prepare to meet the Khans and remmber, don't use your light sabers in a melee fight." Nari finished as she stepped towards teh view window to look at the planet's surface.
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*Refugee Camp*
Garrus, unaware of what the Darth title meant, still backed away from the strange. "O-Okay. W-What do you want?"
*Last Chance Station*
Tyr transported to Torran's ship. He gasped as he landed, and looked to the nearest crewman. "Thanks guys. Y'Just saved a lot of lives."
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*** Planet Nirn, Above Morrowind, En route to Akavir ***
"You two do make quite a team together I say!" Chuckled the ram at the two lover's playful bickering. "So, we'll be arriving to Akavir within 2 hours? What can you tell me about this outpost Lokahviing mention about we're supposed to land to? Maybe we could find answers to the mystery of the missing expeditionary forces sent to Akavir earlier as well?" Polaris asked curiously from the nord.
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---Star Destroyer Reckoning, In-Transit to Coruscant---
Shoon followed the soldiers to the armory where he took a moment to think before going around grabbing ammunition and the such.
After finding himself satisfied Shoon went to the crew quarters to relax until arrival
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*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
As Derrik cleaned her shirt, the faintest of laughing came from her.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Until this tier was done with, Keesha would be left relatively alone.
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
Gypsie's eyes watered and she lept at Kyle and hugged him, a smile on her face, "Thank you..."
-Indari manor, Dragon'taan-
Raz smiled and stood on Anna's lap, stepping on her chest and nuzzling her chin.
--- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ---
Felicity looked rather embarassed, "You're Tigress?... Sorry... for running... I've just had someone try to take me. Amps can tell you the rest.", Felicity would then attempt to climb up Tigress to her shoulder to perch on it.
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*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
"Sweet dreams, kiddo... and hopefully, you'll come into the care of a good person," Derrik said softly.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha sat cross-legged and meditated, seemingly half-asleep to any around her.
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
Kyle, being knocked off his balance and onto the bed, smiled. "You are most welcome," he told Gypsie. He laid his head back and sighed. "One of these days, gotta upgrade the FTL Jump Drive with that Isotope-5 Refit. Been putting that off too long."
*** Indari manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna chuckled. "Very well - I'll go," she chuckled, nuzzling Raz back. "But someone needs to stay here to watch Kira."
"I've got that," Kyle groaned from beside Anna.
*** Planet Nirn, Above Morrowind, En route to Akavir ***
"We don't know much about it," Andru admitted. "Every team sent there never reported back. It's like Nirn's version of the Bermuda Triangle on Earth; no one who has gone there has ever been seen or heard from again. The consensus is that something - or someone - killed every expedition there and didn't leave survivors, nor allow any kind of transmission to be made."
"This drop ship is carrying equipment that should negate any transmission jammers, but we'd have to stay relatively close to the ship for it to work," the Sangheili said.
"What I don't get is why, if our expeditions were killed, does whoever is killing them not send any warning to us, tell us to piss off," Inorra added. "If they don't want us in their lands, why not tell us?"
*** Refugee Camp, Sangheilios ***
"Directions," Malgus said. "I don't know how I came to be here nor why, but I find I am in need of directions. Do you know where the nearest Spaceport is?"
*** Last Chance Station ***
(Ray, that's Korran, not Torran. And I'll let you play out the scientist's final conclusion as to what exactly the one guy found, unless you want UNSC personnel involved in some way.)
"We gathered as much," Korran said. "But I'd very much like to know - just what the f*** happened here?"
*** Secret Bunker, New Cerinia ***
Markus, still too groggy to be aware that his wife was in the office and there seemed to be an imposter near him, sipped his coffee absentmindedly.
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
A knock came on the door while Ketorr fed his young son. "Darling, can you get that? Kinda feeding John right now." The knocking continued every so often, waiting for someone to answer.
*** Nari's leopard in transit to Arc-Royal surface ***
"Got it," Mathayus said, looking down at the surface. "So... why did the clans request a DMC Envoy?"
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-Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan-
"Amps didn't even explain to you how unique i am here being one of two large tigers on this world?" Tigress asked, lettin Felicty onto her shoulder "So besides the people trying to get you are there any other problems?" the large she-tiger asked.
-Indari manor, Dragon'taan-
"Do you need to pack or anything, Anna?" Spyra asked Cynder had kinda worried herself to sleep on the floor ,dragon drool coming from her opened 'maw'.
_ Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan -
Kia grumbled shutting the book she had been reading ,leaving a bookmark in where she left off as she went to answer the door.
"Alright, Alright! I heard you!?" she futher complained opening the door.
- Secret Bunker, New Cerinia-
Krystal heard and sensed Markus moving ,but shrugged and went back to work.
Planet Nirn, Above Morrowind, En route to Akavir
"That's a simple one."Lupe added herself to the conversation, via the radio. "They want us all dead for some reason." She finished
- Last chance station -
"Looks like you have this under control, I'll see you gentlmen back home." Kylie said as the Galate's Subspace drive spun up.
_Nari's leopard in transit to Arc-Royal surface_
"I proposed a formal alliance along with some planets the clans could use as bases near DMC Space." Nari explained. "Clan traditions are mostly based on warrior stuff, so I suppose they want to 'size' up their allies in a mock battle or maybe a quick sparring match, they don't tell me all the details." Nari explained with a shrug.
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*** Planet Nirn, Above the easten shores of Morrowind, En route to Akavir ***
"That doesn't sound too promising... It is indeed quite strange why would there be no communications at all, if there was parties involved that didn't want the expedition there!" Polaris nodded in agreement to his teammates with a concerned expression. "Are there any other civilizations living there on Akavir that might pose a threat to our operations? Could they be behind all of these dissapearances maybe?" The ram asked curiously.
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*Last Chance Station*
Tyr shook his head. "I dunno. Guess some one had it out for Ardos. Poor guy. Got mixed up in all the wrong things. Just tryin' to make it by. I ain't ever seen a bomb like that, though."
*Refugee Camp*
Garrus shook his head. "I-I'm not sure where the spaceport is. We didn't come in by ship. Uh...maybe the Sangheili know? I mean, this is their planet."
((I'll post more on the scientist's discovery when I'm more awake.))
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*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
On a terminal mounted on the wall, a message beeped, it being a reminder to bring the prize to the showcase room.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Out of the last few, only one contestant survived, besides Keesha. A Sergal, clad in bare armor, stumbled into the winners prep room, dropped her energy sword next to the couch she soon faceplanted on, "This is not worth the prize money..."
(((The sergal: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/22474538/ )))
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
Gypsie wiggled up next to him on the bed and cuddled against him, her tails lightly dancing around Kyle's waist.
Meanwhile Malachai slammed his fist on the wall, making a dent, "How is dis possible! Some lowlife Sergal wins a round against those robots!? Ge-mini, how close are we to the destination?", his body was tense and twitching.
*** Indari manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz pushed against Anna, excited that they were gonna go somewhere, urging her to get ready
-Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan-
Felicity sighed, "My... memories... I've tried to retrieve them, but when we were bunkered in the wreckage in one of your bays, I sensed a small magnetic field inside... so I think prolonged exposure to that erased some things.... among other problems.... like my physical battery for my form. Short lifespan battery."
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station, Borealis**Alice blinks for a second as the guards phase out of existence, turning around to look at Rae in both confusion and perhaps a little amazement. "Well, its about damn time." She says a tad bit playfully, before switching her tone once again. "No need to apologize, least I know every good way to abandon ship if the time comes." She explains, jokingly so before making her way forward and past Rae into the bridge. "So I doubt its going to be much longer till we head off to our destination?"
(Just a quick repost for Alex, and I guess a fix up since I realized a mistake in my writing. XD)
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*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
After reading the message, Derrik tried to gently wake Angel. "Wake up, kiddo - we gotta get moving."
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha went to the side of the Sergal, trying to help her up. "You gonna be alright?" she asked.
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
Kyle just chuckled and wrapped his arms around Gypsie.
"We're ten minutes out," Gemini responded to Malachai. "And if you make another dent in the wall, Captain Vasily's gonna make a make a dent in your head."
*** Indari manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna got up and went about getting ready, packing her usual attire and loadout.
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Kia would find a much older Worgen at the door, who frowned seeing Kia. "Um... hi. I was... looking for Ketorr Reznov, is he here at the moment?"
*** Last Chance Station ***
"Neither have we," Korran responded. "Now, is there some sort of safe haven you can go to?"
*** Refugee Camp, Sangheilios ***
Malgus frowned, but then his expression lightened. "Sangheili...? I see..." He paused, staring Garrus down. There was a click as something was unclipped from his belt. Then, there was a snap-hiss as a fiery red blade appeared, and Malgus held his lightsaber pointed at Garrus. "Clearly, I am Sith. But I have no desire to harm you." The red blade extinguished, and Malgus clipped the weapon to his belt. "To avoid straining your relations with them, tell the Sangheili that I have surfaced - tell them that Darth Malgus has awakened, and is looking for a way off-world." Without another word, Malgus left Garrus' tent and vanished.
*** Planet Nirn, Approaching Akavir ***
"I wish I knew," Andru responded. The craft suddenly shook as it was hit by something. "What the hell was that?!" Andru called out to the cockpit.
"We're being fired on by an AD Tower! Hang on!" Inorra responded as she tried to dodge the laser blasts that were suddenly all around them.
*** Arc-Royal ***
"I see," Mathayus responded. "How soon till we touch down?"
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** Indari manor, Dragon'taan ***
Spyra tried to wake Cynder as she waited on Anna.
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Kia froze for a second then yelled into the house "KETORR!"
-- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan --
"I can see about getting you a high-capacity, high effiecney battery." Tigress said, pausing as Serena showed up in the room
The blue hologram looked at Felicty on the she-tigers shoulders "alright so do you mind if i check out your code?" She asked
"Would you like to whatch as I make your battery?" Tigress asked the Dragon on her shoulder.
**Sangheilios Orbital Station, Borealis**
Rae pointed out the window showing the Borealis leaving the station "Now. Why do you ask?" the white armored vixen asked.
*** Planet Nirn, Approaching Akavir, Wolf Den ***
The large spherical dropship barley shuddered when it was hit by the AD towers fire, but soon began to gain altitude.
"Get this thing into orbit Dire wolves your with me, prepare for a hotdrop we're going in fast and loud!" Lupe said as she climbed into the cockpit of her Nova Cat omnimech, once she shut the 'hatch' the mech was sealed in some sort of pod and dropped out of the dropship , heading directly for the Area the attacking AD tower was in. Five such pods fell from the Wolf Den, each pod containing ECM and other radar and missile jamming eqiupment designed to keep the mechs inside safe from attacks before it reached the surface.
At about 4000 feet the drop pods shattered fruther confusing any radar on the ground as the metal pieces flew everwhere.
Thunderous booms could be heard as the mechs jump jets fired slowing their decent and then loud thuds could be heard as a very short lived and small quake could be felt on the ground 1000 feet from where the mechs touched down.
Once the dust settled, Lupe's Nova Cat, a Nova (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Nova_(Black_Hawk)), a Timbwolf and two Arctic Cheetah (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Arctic_Cheetah_(Hankyu)) Battlemechs were revealed to have dropped to the surface, waiting for anyone to try something.
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, On Route to Coruscant **
Blaine and Kozik sat in their two-man sleeping quarters, door open and video screen on.
Blaine was passed out on his bunk, in his fatigues, with a copy of Catcher and the Rye on his chest. His snoring was thankfully at a minimum, even though the busy hallway was enough.
Kozik, only in his fatigue shirt and boxers, was sitting in his bunk watching news on the video screen. Yawning, he opened a pack of cigarettes and lit one up.
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**Sangheilios Orbital Station, Borealis**
Took a quick glance out the window and did indeed notice them moving out. She'd keep herself paced with however fast and wherever Rae was walking while they spoke. "Was both curious, and a personal preference thing. Never been one for staying on world too long."
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*Last Chance Station*
Tyr shook his head sadly. "Nah. Most of us lived on that station. Uh...guess drop us off at the local governing body and we'll go from there."
*Refugee Camp*
Garrus shook his head. "What just happened?" He shook his head again, and made preparations to begin the day.
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*** Planet Nirn, Approaching Akavir ***
"Damn! Already?? They sure seemingly didnt want to wait for their prey to land first!" The ram responded to Andru, before feeling the trembling of the Phantom with the said laser blasts from below hitting the craft and taking a huge chunk of it's shield energy away. Quickly reaching to his combat armor's control systems, he activated the shielding on his suit with all systems showing nominal and upon pressing another button, his armor began mechanically construct a protective helmet around his head (https://youtu.be/F7nWC3fwszw?t=19s) from around his neck and with the final piece connecting to each other and his face fully covered, the blue glowing lights on the helmet's front lit up.
"What's the status of our shields, Inorra?!" Shouted ram through his helmet's voice module that amplified his voice to be heard to the cockpit for the female Khajiit to hear*
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*Mongdrigo, outside Gorbis Mongdrigo*
A small group, splintered from Garrus's group, had taken refuge in the tiberium fields for fear of Great Leader's honored soldiers. They had to flee the city due to surveillance and had brought with them the teleported nexus, hoping that Garrus could free the rest. However, they had no extra filters for their suits, leaving them only a few more days before sickness sets in.
*Gorbis Mongdrigo, within the walls*
Authorities working under Great Leader had gone into overdrive, collecting, interrogating and executing any freedom fighters in an attempt to collect more information.
*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Great Leader's chamber*
"So, in conclusion, Great Leader, our liquid tiberium production is at 100%. We've got the warhead under construction, and our warp-ready missile is fueling," a scientist babbled to the irate Great Leader. As the scientist finished, Great Leader smiled. "Those thieves will pay for their transgression. Send them another ultimatum."
Another message was sent to Sanghielios.
'Return the servants or suffer'.
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** Indari manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz hopped down to Cynder, stumbling when he hit the ground. After collecting himself again, Raz walked over to Cynder, sniffing her side, inspecting her before nuzzling her side.
-- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan --
Felicity nodded to Serena, "I'm not sure what you'll see though... but go ahead.", then replying to Tigress, Felicity nodded, "Sure!... I'll need to give you pointers on what it should be able to do..."
*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Angel woke up, her eyes opening half-way, at first being dark blue with speckles, before they cleared to show her eyes, just being very very tired. Angel slowly got up with Derrik, seemingly having forgotten what had happened.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
The sergal accepted the hand and got up, "Thank yo-... fun... This wasn't worth it for my brother... I almost got killed!" she finished under her breath before walking to the couch there and flopping down on it.
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
Gypsie wiggled against him before rolling on top of him and embracing him with a kiss, using a small fraction of her nullified venom.
Malachai grumbled for a moment, "Is 'dere somewhere I c'an rest?", he replied to Gemini.
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*Refugee Camp*
Garrus, after bathing lightly and getting dressed, made his way to where the Sangheili patrols found him and his group, hoping they would appear again. He was dying to know if Ardos was still after them, or what Great Leader was planning. Garrus sat down on the hill where he and the Sangheili had met, waiting for the patrol to return. He brought out a strange little flute-like instrument and began playing a gentle tune.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Now that's cute," Anna commented as she finished packing. "Now, then... where to?"
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"Still feeding John - who is it?" Ketorr asked from the dining room.
The older Worgen looked behind Kia, into the house, then back at her. "You and Ketorr...?" he started. It took a few seconds for comprehension to dawn. "Oh... uh... I'm Jason Reznov... Ketorr's father. I did not realize you and Ketorr had a child."
*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Derrik would lead Angel to the specified location, still praying Angel would end up in good hands.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha sat down next to her. "Honestly, I joined this tournament to earn the family a little spending money and I needed to get off that ship for a while. I didn't expect I'd be fighting to win a child from these corporate scumbags," she told her.
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
"Well, this isn't exactly a passenger liner - it's a warship, and a very powerful one. However, it was once the flagship of the Eternal Empire of Zakuul, so there might be..." Gemini went silent for a moment, checking the ship's schematics, then finished, "There is a room available - vacant, but should be able to suit your needs. Just stay away from the Captain's quarters. Captain Vasily would be rather cross if you were to enter his quarters uninvited."
In the Captain's quarters, Kyle gently wrapped his arms around Gypsie as she kissed him, kissing her back ever so tenderly. He was unaffected by the venom - as though he were immune to it.
*** Sangheilios ***
The Sangheili did not directly respond, just readied a war fleet. On the surface, Huki approached Garrus. "I imagine you know Great Leader is after you; we are already prepping a war fleet with our UNSC allies to hit him where it hurts. If there is anything you can tell us, it would be a great help."
*** Expedition Base, Akavir, Nirn ***
The dropship lurched to starboard, and Inorra shouted, "We're hit! We're hit! Stabilizer's out, engines failing! We're coming down hard, brace for impact!" The drop ship flew over the expedition compound, hit the ground, bounced, hit again, tumbled, and slid to a stop, the drop ship cabin's door torn down and positioned like a ramp to the ground.
"Everyone alright? Inorra?! Inorra--" Andru began.
"I'm alright," Inorra responded with a cough, emerging from the cockpit. Andru embraced Inorra with a relieved sigh. He then looked to Polaris.
"You alright?" he asked him.
*** TDN Acheron, Last Chance Station ***
Korran looked to Tyr, then made an offer. "Why don't you come with us - join our forces? We can use every available hand to help us out."
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit ***
(Timeskip for travel time)
The Reckoning dropped out of hyperspace in orbit of Coruscant, and Draco sent Kira to round up Shoon, Blaine and Kozik. Her first stop was where Blaine and Kozik were. "Blaine, Kozik - better gear up; we just hit Coruscant orbit. Either of you know where Shoon went?"
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*Sangheilios Surface*
Garrus's brow furrowed deep. He released a sorrow-filled sigh, and spoke. "It's war is it? Okay...uh. Attacking Gorbis directly will result in civilian deaths. I suggest landing dropships..."Garrus knelt and began drawing in the dirt, "a few miles away from the city. Orbital defense stations keep the sky above Gorbis safe and clear. You'll need protective suits, like mine. Hard plastics and contained breathing systems, else the tiberium'll kill everyone 'fore we get there. Oh...I've not seen the Forgotten in a while. And the mutants'll be a problem too." Garrus appeared very involved with his plans, as if he'd been planning for this day for a while. "Uh...I guess...hmm...if you'll have me, I'd like to join you." Garrus's steely gaze met Huki's eyes. "I wish to free my people."
After a few moments, Garrus remembered something. "Oh, uh. There was a...he looked like a priest or something. Called himself Dark Morgus or something. He was in my tent this morning, looking for a starport."
*Last Chance Station*
Try shrugged. "I'll have to get my stuff from the station...Eh, not worth it. I'll do what I can to help ya, boss."
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--- Indari manor, Dragon'taan ---
"Give me a minute to prepare the portal I can open it right here." Spyra said shaking Cynder trying to wake her up.
--- Reznov Residence ,Dragon'taan ---
"It's uh.. you father." Kia replied to Ketorr, turning back to Jason. " We have three actually the one is just our biological son we also Have Lian a Pandarian and Aylina a Draenei we've adopted.." Kia explained " Come in.." She said ushering the Worgen Male inside.
--- Borealist, leaving Sangheilios Orbit. ---
"This shouldn't take long as soon as we reach the minimium safe distance to jump. We'll be heading into Subspace to Dragon'taan." Rae explained "You can relax wherever you feel like just try not to mess with anything." The white vixen added.
--- Expedition Base, Akavir, Nirn ---
" Move up guard that dropship" Lupe commanded her star of mechs as her Nova Cat began moving towards the crash site, though her star had dropped on the other side of the base, she didn't see anything preventing her or her starmates from getting to the dropship.
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--- Indari manor, Dragon'taan ---
Raz looked at Spyra, then at Cynder. Walking around to Cynder's face, Raz looks at her before biting her nose to wake her up, and currently his teeth were like needles due to their size.
*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Angel stumbled along, leaning on Derrik, yawning and hugging his arm.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Rochell replied in shock, "Child!?", she heaved over and held her head, "What has Malachai gotten me into this time..."
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
Malachai grumbled as he walked away to his room, "Thanks...", clearly he wasn't happy with what he saw in the arena.
Gypsie couldn't help it with the venom, but after a little while, she pulled back and started coughing. Sitting up, she sat back on the edge of the bed, "Sorry... I have too much venom sitting in me... it's making me sick."
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**Borealis Bridge**
"Well, least that means Spikey won't complain for long. I'm also not the one you should be worried about when it comes to messing with things." She finishes with what seems to be a gleeful snicker.
(Its up to you if you plan to time skip or not.)
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*** Planet Nirn, Expedition Base, Akavir ***
"Uughh... Yeah... I'm alright! Just a bit tight from the crash landing that's all!" Grunted the ram with a slightly paned tone through his helmet's voice module, before unlocking his seat's safety harness and standing up wobblingly looking at both Andru and Inorra. "Well, so much for the mission starting nice and smoothly!" Continued the ram, before grabbing a hold of his VT-10 Hailstorm SMG from his weapon holster hanging on his hip.
"Whoever shot us down might sent their folk to investigate our crash site! Better get ready and prepared for any possible hostiles outside!" Spoke the ram, before activating his wrist projected energy riot shield and positioning himself near the rear hatch inside of the crashed Phantom to form a defensive barrier to protect his comrades from any inital surprise fire from any possible enemy that might lurk outside the craft.
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(Mary, you do know I did a timeskip on Dragon'taan, right? It's now daytime there.)
*** Outer Space ***
The de-cloaking vessel was none other than a Tal Shiar Mogai Heavy Warbird. It went shields up and weapons-hot the second it was visible, targeting the Faith.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Krystal? She's with her husband on New Cerinia, a moon of Dragon'taan," the Sangheili operator said. "Who is trying to get a message to them?"
(I didn't notice. But anyway...)
*Dragon'taan*
After spending the night chatting, Fayam moved towards the bank and stepped in. Without a word he dropped the cash on the counter, knowing what would happen next.
*Outer Space*
The copilot hit his panel with a fist. "There! Tal Shiar, 10 o'clock!" Anna's eyes flashed between the Warbird and the hunters' ship. She knew it would be reckless to try and fight two targets at once. In a split second she made a decision and aimed Faith to the just appeared warship, the salvos still coming from its guns.
*Sangheilios*
The Leviathans replied with: "We are afraid that the messenger wishes to remain anonymous. If you don't mind, we'll be on our way."
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*** Dragon'taan Bank ***
The teller at the counter immediately went about depositing Fayam's funds. "You know," she told him, "You're becoming notably famous."
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Jason walked inside, followed by another older-looking Worgen - but female. "Did I hear that right?" she asked. "We have three grandchildren?"
"Who the f--" Lian started, but stopped immediately when she saw the two older Worgen. Ketorr, looking over his shoulder, stopped as he was feeding John - which Lian took over to keep Ketorr from dropping a spoonful of food to the tray before John - and slowly rose to his feet.
"... Mom? D-dad?" Ketorr nearly whispered. Jason nodded his head. No words were said. None needed to be.
They were supposed to be dead.
*** Unspecified Location, Outer Space ***
The Mogai Warbird took hits, but remained combat-effective, returning fire with a hail of disruptor cannon fire and three photon torpedoes.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Understood," the Sangheili responded to the Leviathans. "Safe journey."
*** Sangheilios Surface ***
The last bit stopped Huki cold. He gently took hold of Garrus, trying to make sense of what he thought he heard. "Dark Morgus... or did he say Darth Malgus?" he asked.
*** Planet Nirn, Expedition Base, Akavir ***
"No need to tell me that," Andru responded, readying his SG9 Raptor. Inorra readied her own weapon - an RX Kalashnikov AK50M7 - and moved behind Andru. Other holographic crewmen got up and armed themselves, ready to shoot dead anyone that came for them. Andru looked back behind him. "Eyes up, weapons ready," he told them.
*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
Derrik proceeded to the specified destination, displaying Angel for all to see.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha raised an eyebrow. "I gather that this isn't the first time this 'Malachai' has gotten you into a situation like this," she surmised.
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
Kyle sat up, and sat close to Gypsie. "It's alright," he told her softly. "I can help. Is there anything I might do?"
*** Last Chance Station ***
Korran activated a comm panel. "Bridge, set a course for the rally point, maximum Phase Speed." He returned his gaze to Tyr. "Walk with me. There are some things you need to know..." he started for the door.
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--- Indari manor , Dragon'taan ---
"OW!" Cynder yelled waking up.
Spyra snickered,her action getting a glare from the black scaled dragoness.
--- Reznov residence, Dragon’taan ---
Kia looked at the two Elder worgens, confused
--- Tigress Armory, Dragon’taan ---
Tigress stepped into her workshop and gathered some materials. “So what do we need for your battery then?” She asked the dragon on her shoulder.
--- Borealis bridge ---
“Wait don’t tell me, Spikey does he still eat metal?”
--- Planet Nirn, Expedition Base, Akavir ---
Polaris wouldn’t have long until he heard the loud thundering of Lupe’s mechs approaching them.
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*Sangheilios Surface*
Garrus snapped his fingers. "Yeah, that's the one. Is he one of your people?"
*Last Chance Station*
"Sure," Tyr smiled, "s'always good to know more." He stayed slightly behind Korran, hands folded gently behind his back.
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit **
Blaine was buttoning his uniform top when Kira entered. "Can't say I have, ma'am." He replied, stepping over and opening the armor locker.
Kozik was fast asleep on his bunk until Blaine tossed one of his boots at him. Waking quickly, he grumbled and climbed out of bed.
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Near Expedition Base ***
"Holographs? What are they for? Diversion?" Asked ram, as he quizzically looked behind him at the activated holographic crew of the phantom, before turning his focus to the rear hatch, which had been lowered down to form a ramp that lead to a grassy field before them. Coming out from the dropship with his energy riot shiel in front of him and his SMG pointing into every direction, Polaris saw that they had landed to what looked like a grassy field right before a great beach line to the west, and a lush forestry and mountains behind them at the east. So far, he did not see any hostiles yet in his sights...
However, what he saw coming towards them from the plains ahead of him was a group of 5 heavily armed mechs stomping towards the ram and his comrades. "Uuhhh... Those better be Lupe's mechs, right?" Asked the ram with an unsure tone, while keeping his SMG and shield pointed towards the approaching mechs.
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--- Indari manor , Dragon'taan ---
Raz tumbled back when Cynder roared, tumbling a few rounds until he sat against the wall, looking at Cynder and Spyra, keeping his head low, realizing he was gonna be trouble.
*** Geidi IV, UT Admin Floor ***
The pod door closed behind Angel, which made her perk up as she spun around to look at Derrik, banging on the glass as her tears slowly go down her face, along with her distressed cries, having felt betrayed by him. After a few moments, she sat down on the floor of the pod, curling up in a fetal position, her body radiating a deep blue glow.
Eventually, the pod would roll out onto a track, sending her into the view of a projector screen, showing the scared and distressed girl on all monitors in the arena.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Rochell nodded, "It's how he became champion of this arena, last cycle.", she then looked at the screen that was in the room, "Sick bastards...", she then turned back to Keesha, "When you face Malachai, kill him. He doesn't deserve to breath the twisted air he loves so much. And as for me, maim me in the arena. Do something to make me look dead."
She raised her shirt to show a large scar, covered by mechanical parts, "I've done this before, just aim for somewhere considered vital, but miss it.... besides, the cauterizing of your sabre there will help a lot.", she gripped her side with a groan before taking a syringe out of her pocket and jabbing herself with it, "Don't mind that... augments are just acting up..."
*** Starship Chimera, In-Transit to Geidi IV ***
Gypsie coughed, "Not without me hurting you... I just need to expel my venom... then I'll be fine..."
--- Tigress Armory, Dragon’taan ---
"Well, my battery is made from lithium and lead, along with quartz starters for when I exit data... but it also needs to be able to appear when I exit... so if you make something that can work, put it in data so I can make it upon exit with my nanobots."
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*UNSC Reach research lab*
Andreas sniffed himself awake, as the data drive finished. He perused each file for a few minutes before contacting Deep Space Communication. "This is Doctor Andreas. Can we establish contact with uhh...Mongdrigo? I'd like to ask a few questions before shipping the data to our allies."
*Mongdrigo, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
"Final launch preparations are complete, Great Leader. We can strike when you wish." Great Leader smiled as his lead scientist spoke. "In two days, we will strike."
Another message pinged from Mongdrigo.
~Two days to return what was stolen~
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*** UNSC Research Lab ***
"You may want to wait on that, doc - word on the wire is, the UNSC and Sangheili are getting ready to attack the place. Something about how they kept threatening the Sangheili and they decided, 'f*** it, they're toast.'"
*** Sangheilios Surface ***
The color drained from Huki's face as he said, "Gather who you want to take with you and come with me - and Malgus isn't one of us. I'll explain on the way to the ship we're going to."
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
"I'll take care of it," Keesha assured her. When Angel came up on the monitors, she tried to reach out with the Force in an effort to calm Angel down and assure her everything would be alright.
*** Starship Chimera, Approaching Geidi IV ***
"Alright," Kyle said. "If you need anything from me, just say so." He tenderly put a kiss on Gypsie's cheek, then rose and headed for the bridge. Once he arrived, he spoke to Gemini and Hector. "Report."
"We're approaching Geidi IV, sir - ETA, ten minutes," Gemini reported.
"How's our passenger?" Kyle asked.
"Answer: The passenger has been quiet since he left for one of the vacant rooms aboard this vessel," Hector replied. "Extrapolation: I would surmise, master, he is resting up for the battle at the Unreal Tournament being hosted on Geidi IV."
*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Near Expedition Base ***
"If they weren't Lupe's mechs, I imagine they'd be shooting at us right now," Andru said. He got spoke into his radio: "Lupe, Lupe, do you copy?"
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit ***
"Well, Master Bellator has requested you on the bridge - can you find your way there, or would you prefer I guide you two there?" Kira asked.
*** Reznov residence, Dragon’taan ***
No words were said between the two elder Worgen and Ketorr. It was Ketorr who finally broke the silence: "How did you survive?"
"Same way you did - we fled on a ship," Jason replied. "We knew you had escaped Tagren's wrath, but we didn't know where to. We've been looking for you ever since."
"We had no idea that you had married - and had children," the Worgen female added. She approached John. "So... this... is our grandson?"
"Yes... this is John Reznov," Ketorr replied. Jason looked to Kia. "And you..." He reached out to hug Kia. "... I am pleased to call you our daughter-in-law. How did you meet Ketorr, if I may ask?"
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--- Planet Nirn, Akavir, Near Expedition Base ---
"Yeah, we copy ,but something is eerily, strange here, it's too quiet, my scouts managed to take out the Air defense cannon's power source, but that is all they found a completely deserted automatic air defense site." Lupe explained. "If I didn't know any better I'd expect an ambush, "We'll be on you in 10 seconds."
Lupes Nova cat and the TimberWolf from her squad were the first to arrive at the crash site, soon followed by the Nova and then the quicker Arctic Cheetahs, once they had returned from their scouting mission.
---Wolf-In-Exile Spaceport, Arc-Royal ---
The transport landed and, Nari waited for Mathayus, to exit first before she did, once the ramp lowered.
--- Reznov residence, Dragon’taan ---
"If I recall correctly we met in Gilnease, back on Azeroth, My ship had crashed in the outskirts of that kingdom after some unknown force had brought it down." Kia replied.
-- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan --
"I see well that shouldn't be hard." Tigress said grabbing some tools and a bars of Lithium. "So you ended up here on a wreck, how did you become such a pest and turn into such a nice dragon?" Tigress asked as she heated up the bar with a sort of plasma torch to cut the bar in half a few seconds later.
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**UNSC Reach Research Base**
Andreas was taken aback. "W-Wait...we're going to war?"
Ray stood slowly, completely confused.
**Sangheilios Surface**
Garrus nodded, and shouted out. "213! We're going!"
A female raccoon ran from the encampment carrying a large bag with her. She showed no emotion, even as she spoke. "I've been waiting for this day."
*Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Great Leader knew that his foes stood no chance against his zealous throngs. His lead strategist was going over the coming war.
"They'll have to land near the city. There's no way their craft could navigate the Glass Forest. Our mechs will have their survivors subdued within hours of landing. No-one has armaments mobile enough to penetrate hard-light shielding. A one-sided war, sir. We'll start forming colony-ships and dispatch them after our missile infests the planet with Tiberium."
The strategist, of course, had no information about the Sangheili capabilities, keeping only their own technology as a frame of reference.
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*** Dragon'taan Bank ***
The teller at the counter immediately went about depositing Fayam's funds. "You know," she told him, "You're becoming notably famous."
*** Unspecified Location, Outer Space ***
The Mogai Warbird took hits, but remained combat-effective, returning fire with a hail of disruptor cannon fire and three photon torpedoes.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Understood," the Sangheili responded to the Leviathans. "Safe journey."
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam replied with a neutral face: "Doesn't surprise me. However, I've actually become quite curious... What are my exact funds, this included?"
*Outer Space*
"Shoot!" roared Anna and she tried to evade the bullets. Unfortunately, she got hit and the indicators signed that the shield had been destroyed and had to recharge. Additionally, there was slight damage to the main hull. Still, she managed to avoid the torpedo fire. Anna mumbled: "If only I'd had that first..."
*Sangheilios*
The Leviathans left and set course for New Cerina. One of them mentioned: "We should do this without involving the main forces. However, we should not let Torrentus wait needlessly either. I hope we'll get a solution." Mumbles of agreement came from the others.
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Near the expedition base ***
"True enough, Andru!" Responded the ram to the human nord, before opening his communication link with Lupe. "Yeah, I copy you there, Lupe! It's way too quiet and besides the automated AA battery your mechs just disabled, I haven't seen any other kind of activity here! I wonder if..." Before the ram was able to continue, behind his helmet his eyes widened rapidly from seeing a barrage of rockets flying in a volley from behind a small fell from the east of the beach, near the forest line and where the mountains lied.
"Perkele!!! Incoming artillery fire!!! Take cover!!!" Cursed the ram in his native tongue and screamed through his communication lines to his comrades, before reacting quickly by reaching his hand to a shield bubble grenade on his hip, grabbing it and with a flick of a switch on it's side, he slammed it against the ground, which quickly formed an impenetrable field of energy around him and his squad mates to hopefully shield them from the swarm of rockets screaming towards them and the Lupe's mechs.
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(Eh, wrong character. Your talking about Dawn right?)
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=====> Open File, scourge.doc
Name: Alice Meyers
Callsign: "Scourge"
Age:23
Gender: Female
Species: From the outside, she looks like some sort of anthropomorphic fox with green fur.
Attire: A hybrid of a Spectre Combat Armor (Starcraft) and Recon Mjolnir armor. Modified to allow small, short range jumps known as "Blinks". Also outfitted with cloaking system.
Height: 7'2
Weapons loadout: Modified Promethian Binary Rifle (Sniper mods), Gravity Hammer, Boltshot.
Short Bio:
Alice started out life young and in the SPARTAN program back on earth. After years of training, she ended up being the sniper of her team, going on several successful missions until during a rather tense struggle, and poor descision making on the part of her SO, she was left behind on a hostile world. She was cruelly transformed, as they attempted to increase her combat capabilites by combining her own SPARTAN training and genetic code of foxes to create the perfect hunter. It is unknown what transpired on that planet until now, however all we are aware of is that she escaped. As of this moment, as she could never return to active duty as a SPARTAN, she travels the universe in her own stolen ship as a bounty hunter.
=====> End File.
*** Unspecified Location, Outer Space ***
Alice sighed, her fingers moving over her little handheld controller as she deftly manouvered her little triangle on the screen around, blasting tiny pixelated ships out of the sky. It had been a while since she had had work. She had guessed that during times of potential warfare like this, bounties would have been even more plentiful than ever, but alas, there she was on the nine thousandth level of this little retro game of hers, bored out of her mind.
"Although," she said out loud to her empty ship, "This sure as heck beats any of the space ports near by. So noisy."
As if to emphasize that last point she pressed the blaster button on her controller more forcefully than usual. Her target exploded into little pixelated bits.
Sighing one last time, she put the game on pause and scooted her chair over to her electronic bounty board, where she was waiting for messages to come in. She clicked her inbox, hopeful.
Nope. Nada.
At this rate she would need to dust off her armor. She flipped a switch and turned on the scanner, seeing if she could pick up any nearby trouble. She could always go to Courecant. That would be fun. Maybe.
Ugh...
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*** Unspecified Location, Outer Space ***
The sensors aboard Alice's ship would soon begin picking up intermittent tachyon emissions just off her port side, but no indication as to what was causing it. At the same time, another ship warped in, and began a sensor sweep:
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Near the expedition base ***
Andru and Inorra took cover nearby. "You had to jinx us!!!" Andru shouted to Polaris.
"Where the f*** are they?!" Inorra demanded. "I don't see anything!"
*** UNSC Reach Research Base ***
"That's the word on the horn - someone had the gall to repeatedly threaten the Sangheili, and now they're gearing up to hit them hard," the person said to Andreas.
*** Sangheilios Surface ***
As Huki lead Garrus and his companions to the ship - the Undying Will - he spoke to Garrus. "I'll be honest, sir - you are lucky to have survived Malgus. I had no idea he was here, much less alive. The only one alive who has had any kind of prior encounter with Malgus is DMC General Draco Bellator; he fought and defeated him, years ago. Malgus... was a Sith Lord. One believed to be dead. He was frozen in carbonite - and evidently preserved - by the Eternal Empire of Zakuul. However, after their fall, the vault where Malgus' Carbonite slab with him in it... was raided by agents of the Eternal Alliance - again, under General Bellator. But before they could reach Malgus, he vanished. According to the reports, someone was trying to revive him, and sent him through a portal. Neither was ever seen again."
*** Wolf-In-Exile Spaceport, Arc-Royal ***
Mathayus stepped off the ship, looking around with his face hidden in his hunting mask.
*** Reznov residence, Dragon’taan ***
"I see... and I imagine one thing lead to another," Jason stated. Looking to Ketorr, he asked Kia, "How did you two get off Azeroth?"
"It's... a long story, dad," Ketorr sighed, going back to feeding his son. "And a lot of things have happened since."
"Ooooh, yeah..." Lian scoffed.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Don't scare him!" Anna scolded Cynder. She approached Raz and held out her hand. "It's okay, sweetie - you just startled her."
Drake, his children fed and changed, was out in the kitchen, cooking a meal for him and Amie.
*** Dragon'taan Bank ***
(Gonna throw out a random number, here, Mary, cuz I don't know what was in Fayam's account before he took the jobs he was given)
The teller worked for a moment, then responded, "Well, this deposit included, you just popped twenty-four million credits." She scoffed, then added, "With money like that, you could buy any house you wanted on Dragon'taan."
*** Outer Space near New Romulus ***
Another cloaked ship suddenly de-cloaked nearby:
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This warship was adorned with an odd symbol, but instead of attacking the Faith, it fired on the Mogai attacking the Faith. At the same time, it fired a shield restoration beam at the Faith, which would have had a dramatic effect on the ship's shields in that it would bring them back online.
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-- Planet Nirn, Akavir, Near the expedition base --
"LRMs?! Nirn doesn't have a battlemech factory... What's going on here ,something- she was cutt off as her radar showed mech signatures approching. "Battlemechs, approaching 12'oclock I've got at least 3 signatures, unknown configuration!
--- Reznov residence, Dragon’taan--
Kia letting the two talk went back into the kitchen to finish prepping Dinner.
Aylina Elbowed her Pandarian sister. "Not now." The Draenei grumbled.
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*Sangheilios Surface*
"He looked ill, this Malgus. Are you sure there's no tiberium on this world?" Garrus shook his head. "N-Nevermind, we can deal with this lord later, we've a war to win."
213 sighed as she hiked her bag higher on her back.
*Gorbis Mongdrigo*
"Prepare the warp sphere," Great Leader cried, "we shall strike without mercy!" A huge warp sphere tore into existence above the launch pad, as the missile moved into position. "They will fall under the blight we control! Brothers and sisters, on this day we rise up and take the cosmos! No-one will match the might of Great Leader!"
*UNSC Reach Research Lab*
Andreas scoffed. "Huh...they have any idea what they're up against? These tiberium weapon concepts are scary to even read."
Ray sighed. "So much for saving the planet."
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
"Brace yourselves!!!" Screamed the ram, before bracing for the impact of several rockets exploding around the protective bubble and tearing the landscape into a mess with dirt and explosions surrounding Polaris and the rest of his crew members. However, Lupe and her mechs seemed to have strong shielding on them and were able to absorb all of the incoming fire that did manage to hit some of them. After the series of explosions that laid waste to everything in their path, except the mechs and the landing crew, there were a heavy cloud of smoke obscuring the entire area, before soon evaporating into the air by the strong wind from the sea and revealing Polaris, Andru and Inorra completely harmless in the center of where the rockets hit.
"Holy... Hell... That was a close call! Everyone alright?" Asked the ram through his comms with a slight shock on his voice and before he was able to get an answer, he noticed a massive horde of unknown enemies of humanoid serprent like creatures appearing in the distance from behind the large fell. To only make him feel even more uncomfortable, his eyes catched a massive Atlas mech, accompanied by two another mechs his helmet's internal identification system recognized as Thanatos and Catapult class appearing right behind the hordes of the serpent creatures and their lines.
"Uuummm... I guess now we found the culpruits, huh?" Asked Polaris with a concerned, yet calm tone from his squad mates, while readying himself towards the newly appeared enemy that had a clear numerical superiority over him and his team with his weapon armed and shield energised.
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*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Rochell rested back against the seat, letting out a heavy sigh as she injected a syringe into her arm, "Double the shot... and maybe it'll kill the deputy. Ever hear that song? 'I shot the Sheriff. But I didn't shoot the deputy~'... used to be my favourite song back on earth.", she looked at Keesha before standing up, "I'm forfeiting. I'll be ratting out my brother too, but when I do, I'll need you to help me escape.", looking blankly at the tv screen, "If you help me, I'll join you on any adventure you wanna go on. Take me, and you won't ever have to worry about paying for food, supplies... all I ask in return is for you to have my back when shit goes down..."
Angel raised her head, tears still streaming from her eyes, looking around for the voice she heard.
In the arena itself, they sent out different acts as fillers as they awaited for Malachai to arrive.
*** Starship Chimera, Approaching Geidi IV ***
Gypsie laid down on the bed, yelling out to Kyle, "An absorbing synthetic material.... or red meat.... either one would work.".
Malachai seemed to have fashioned his mattress into a punching bag by tying the sheets around it. With each punch, fluff from the mattress would be knocked out, and on occassion the springs in the mattress would stab his fists.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Raz looked at the outstretched hand before climbing up her arm to rest on her shoulders until he nudged her arms, asking her to hold him, with gestures.
-- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan --
"Internal Protocols. They were already implemented... military encryption... faces are there, but I don't know the names... too muddled... Anyway, these methods prevent me from hurting those faces.", she went quiet for a few moments before shaking her head, "-aces that are apart of some ship. I would say more, but deeper encryption beyond my capabilities prevents me... it's... degrading? That can't be good..."
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*** Dragon'taan Bank ***
(Gonna throw out a random number, here, Mary, cuz I don't know what was in Fayam's account before he took the jobs he was given)
The teller worked for a moment, then responded, "Well, this deposit included, you just popped twenty-four million credits." She scoffed, then added, "With money like that, you could buy any house you wanted on Dragon'taan."
*** Outer Space near New Romulus ***
Another cloaked ship suddenly de-cloaked nearby:
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This warship was adorned with an odd symbol, but instead of attacking the Faith, it fired on the Mogai attacking the Faith. At the same time, it fired a shield restoration beam at the Faith, which would have had a dramatic effect on the ship's shields in that it would bring them back online.
(Makes sense. I'll fill in the number myself, then, if you don't mind of course...)
*Dragon'taan*
The clerk answered him: "47,842,109 credits to be exact. I'm pretty sure there's little you CAN'T buy." Fayam looked up. "WHAT? I never knew!" "You never asked about it!" "True, true..." He rubbed over his cheek, clearly in thought. After a silence he spoke: "Is anyone planning a large investment?"
*Outer space*
The moment the beam hit Faith the shield recharged fully within seconds. Anna stood surprised. The copilot saw the ship coming and smiled. He mentioned: "We've got ourselves some reinforcements." Anna recovered from her shock and grinned widely. "That battleship and those hunters will belong to the past!" She yelled to the gunslinger: "No mercy," which, in fact, was his favourite thing to hear. with renewed energy they continued the assault.
*New Cerina*
The Leviathans arrived at New Cerina and they sent out a line: "Leviathans to New Cerina, can we speak to Krystal Indari-Torakev?"
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> Incoming message
Receiving data...
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[INFO]
Name: Michen Sneeuwhart
Species: Snow Leopard
Type: Furry/Feral
Age: 21
Sex: [could not decrypt]
Height: 0.55
Weight: 27
Location: Earth, [could not decrypt]
Date: [could not decrypt]
> Subject should now be awakened.
Awakening initializing.
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*** Dragon'taan Bank ***
"I'm not the person to ask," the teller answered. "What kinds of investments do you typically get into?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna picked up Raz and held him, looking to Cynder. "He's easy to scare, poor baby... Don't yell at him."
*** Reznov residence, Dragon’taan ***
"What?" Lian asked quietly. "What'd I say?"
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Markus was awakened to a sudden call: "Mantakar to Lord-Admiral Tokarev - we have an unidentified vessel here in orbit; a lot of comm chatter, and from the messages, they're looking for your wife. Is she there?" Markus grumbled in response.
*** Outer Space near New Romulus ***
The Mogai Warbird took several hits, and between the Vor'cha and the Faith assaulting it, started bellowing warp plasma from one of the warp nacelles.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
"I can guarantee that," Keesha assured Rochell. "Between you and I, maybe we can find more work for my family."
*** Starship Chimera, Approaching Geidi IV ***
Kyle brought Gypsie the first item requested. "This should do it," he told her. "Anything else?"
*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
"Defensive positions, ready weapons!" Andru commanded, taking cover with Inorra. The hologram troops scattered, taking cover where they could. "Polaris... tell me you have a backup weapon," Andru told Polaris.
*** UNSC Reach Research Lab ***
"You'd do well not to underestimate the Sangheili - a lot of their current tech is modded with tech from the DMC," the man said. "They can more than likely withstand Tiberium-based weapons and whatever the enemy can throw at them.
*** Sangheilios Surface ***
"Ill? How so?" Huki asked as he walked. "Could be the carbonite... hm, and it could be something else. BUt I doubt it's Tiberium, as it isn't found here."
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-Indari manor ,Dragon'taan-
"I just said Ow, did he do something?" Cynder asked, complete Oblivions to the fact that Raz 'nipped' her.
"Are you ready, Anna?" Spyra asked finished prepping the portal.
--- Reznov residence Dragon'taan ---
"You know what it was." Aylina replied
"Lunch is ready!" Kia called out from the kitchen.
--- Tigress' Armory ,Dragon'taan ---
"Hmm? how is that not good?" Tigress asked as she worked almost finished with two seprate power cores for the small dragon.
Serena popped up on the table "I've found a bit of redudant code and a bit of deteroration of the code, I'm not sure what I can do about that." the Ai Vixen replied.
--- New Cerinia, unknown location, heavily encyrpted channel. ---
Krystal's face (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/b5/0a/e7/b50ae74c41df50627c06958f12b7bc9c.jpg) soon turned up on the Leviathan's monitor, her blue and white furred face adorned with the furr equivalent of years of depression and hard work as a bounty hunter, yet her face had no scars, but looked menacing at the same time. "Yees?"
--- Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ---
once the enemy mechs came into their range Lupe's mechs fired back Lupes own Nova cat letting loose a giant ball of static or a Particle projectile from her mech, one and then 2 following up with large laser fire firing off the 3 one at a time as to not overheat. The timber wolf fired off it's Long Range missiles before firing it's own large lasers, the Nova and Arctci cheetah mechs stood behind the two waiting for the enemy mechs to close in, Lupe's Nova Cat literally leaning to the side to avoid a volley of Missiles.
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*Sangheilios Surface*
Garrus nodded. "His skin was grey, his eyes yellow, and he wore a respirator. But, he is of no consequence right now. We've got to get to Mongdrigo."
*UNSC Reach Research Lab*
Andreas nodded. "I'm aware of the Sangheili's capability, soldier. It's the tiberium's effects I'm afraid of. By these notes, if any ship his tagged with tiberium it'll have to be left outside of any station, terrestrial or otherwise. The crystal grows like a weed."
Ray spoke quietly. "We can't let tiberium spread."
*Gorbis Mongdrigo*
A few ships launched into orbit. Simple war-vessels, sparsely equipped but zealously commanded, took defense positions around the planet. Each vessel was equipped with tiberium-tipped bow-rams and massive booster engines designed to push the ships into enemy combatants.
A weak message beamed out from Mongdrigo, originating deep in the Glass Forest, directly to Sangheilios.
~If you plan to fight Great Leader, do not destroy the city. You'll kill us all.~
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
"Uuum, yeah! Just my pistol, but don't think it's gonna help much against THAT amount of baddies, mate!!" Responded Polaris through his helmet's voice module, before soon the mechs of both Lupe's and the enemy's opened fire at each other with their weapons. Meanwhile, as the mechs began their fighting, a leading humanoid serpentine figure at the front of the vast horde of other snake like creatures wielding armor and weapons similar to that of the samurai from human ancient planet earth's history, pulled out his menacing katana from his seath and brought it pointing at the survivors at the crashed dropship at the green plain near the shore.
Shouting at the bottom of it's lungs with an unknown language, the lead serpent commanded his forces to raise their weapons, which constisted from both close quarters weapons of their own made, along with more advanced weaponry such as guns that clearly resembled similar features to those used in Tamriel by the Lokahviing's forces. Soon after the serpent had spoken few more words in his own alien tongue to the rest of the warriors, the entire horde let out a loud and blood chilling warcry, before charging towards the crashed Phanntom and it's survivors with their katanas drawn out with a near fanatical frenzy, while laying down suppressive fire from the rear with their looted guns.
"Oooh... s*it... Open fire!!!" Shouted Polaris through his comms, before opening fire from his SMG towards the horde of rapidly advancing serpentine warriors with his energy riot shield absorbing any round from the serpent enemies trying to land on him.
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Awakening complete.
Vital signs normal.
Releasing test subject.
Michen slowly opened their eyes, only to fall on the floor seconds later. The impact didn't feel particulary painful, partially because of their thick fur, partially because they didn't fall far and partly because they felt numb all over. Michen tried to stand up, but it took a lot of effort. Their body seemed heavier as it should be, like everything needed to wake up after a long, long sleep.
They streched themselves out, falling down again. Still woozy, they looked around. There were all kinds of machines and tubes around, and it seemed like they were in some kind of base. Looking behind them, they saw some kind of glass-ish tube. Under the tube there was a panel stating the text in the beginning of the post. Michen could wonder only one thing.
"What happened?"
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*** Unspecified Location, Outer Space ***
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Klaxons started up rather suddenly, causing Alice to yelp. Cursing, she threw herself in the pilot's seat and reviewed the logs. What the hell? Where did this ship come from?
She quickly flipped on her ship's cloaking field and went to below radar power levels. Hopefully whatever they were looking for was not her.
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-Indari manor ,Dragon'taan-
Raz rolled into her arms, burying his head into her chest, shaking a bit seemingly suffering small amounts of PTSD from when he was a slave, as somehow the yelp from Cynder triggered something.
--- Tigress' Armory ,Dragon'taan ---
"IT's bad because the last time I saw my code like that, I lost most of my memories.", Felicity looked at Serena, "If you can, copy the deteriorating code and freeze it... I would like to look at it later..."
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Rochell smiled, "That'd be nicer than scrounging for food in the boons of this planet while my brother enjoys exotic fish seaweed...."
*** Starship Chimera, Approaching Geidi IV ***
Once she was given the meat, she unloaded the venom into the slab, causing it to smoke and turn green. The mass of the meat was there, but all of the blood had turned into a thick green ooze.
Afterwards, she plunked the slab into a garbage can, to then look at Kyle, "Thanks... I just need to rest now...", she was laying back down by now, and had turned her head to look at Kyle, "Come and cuddle when you're done...", she said in a weak voice
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Earth, ???
Leaving the glass tube behind, Michen tried to find their way through the cold, steel environment. Even though the cold didn't do them much, being here still made them shiver. They had no idea where they were going, nor had they seen a living soul.
That was when they saw light up ahead. As they walked closer to the small area of light they saw a part of the wall and the ceiling had collapsed. They tried to jump up the wall, but it was only just too high for Michen. A bit disappointed, they went on to look for something that could get them out of here.
Soon after that, they returned with the first thing they found that could help - that is, they were pushing a chair to the hole. They jumped onto the chair, jumped again and managed to grap the edge of the wall with both their front paws. Looking outside, they couldn't believe what they saw. It was like they were now part of a science-fiction movie. They let themself fall back into the steel building as they kept thinking, but the more they though, the less sense it all made in their head.
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**Borealis Bridge**
Nods towards her. "They can eat through tech like water does to sugar, but you don't have to worry about it since he is rather full already. That isn't the worst of it though. You remember the scarabs the covenant used?"
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---Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit---
Dawn was wandering about and around on the ship, but feeling their arrival he decided to make his own way to the bridge.
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*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit ***
Draco waited on the bridge for Blaine, Kozik, and Dawn to arrive. In the meantime, he was content to try to locate what he believed to be Lana's ship.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
"Ooh, ouch," Keesha winced. "Things that bad? How'd that happen?"
*** Starship Chimera, Approaching Geidi IV ***
Kyle slipped into bed with Gypsie. "We still got a bit before we hit Geidi IV, so..." he chuckled.
*** Unspecified Location, Outer Space ***
An open hail went out from the newly-arrived ship, seemingly directed at Alice's ship:
"Attention, unidentified craft: This is Captain Aurelion of the Battleship TDN Krosov - you've nothing to fear from us. We are tracking another vessel we believe has fled to this area. They are equipped with a cloaking device, but they are damaged and leaking tachyon radiation. We would appreciate if you could give us any information on this vessel or if you could help us find it."
As Captain Aurelion spoke, that surge of Tachyons Alice's sensors would have picked up earlier began to move away from her.
*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
"Banzai Charge! Fire! Fire! Open fire!" Andru shouted to the holograms, who all opened fire on the serpentine creatures. Many would take hits and go down for the fight.
*** Sangheilios Surface ***
"The grey skin and yellow eyes are a result of Dark Side influence, but that's just my understanding of it," Huki explained as they strode to a gravity lift for the waiting ship. "I'm sure General Bellator could tell you more. As for the respirator... he wears that because of a war injury he incurred fighting on Alderaan, before he ever met Draco." He stepped onto the Gravity Lift. "Don't be alarmed when you start to rise on this thing - it may be gut-wrenching, but it'll be over quickly."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna shushed Raz, but answered Spyra, "Go ahead - open the portal." She leaned down to pick up her bag.
Drake set the food he was cooking before Amie and himself. "I imagine you're hungry, dear," he told her.
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr frowned. "Lunch? It's 9 in the morning, hon," he told Kia.
"I really don't know," Lian said, confused. "What'd I do?"
Another wolf came into the area, yawning and stretching, and got confused looks from Jason and his wife. "Ahem... who are you?" Jason asked.
Ketorr coughed once, then spoke, "Dad, that's James - Lian's fiance."
Jason's expression lightened instantly. "Oh, okay."
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--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
Spyra nodded and looked at the wall "Bex Miirraak!" she shouted in the ancient language, "Say here i'll check to make sure the other side is clear." Sprya said walking through the portal on the other side she found some monkey like guards not paying attention, grabbing both of them she knocked their heads together, knocking them out. She then reached her claw though the portal beckoning them in.
Cynder was the second to enter the portal ending up in a grassy plain ,though in the plains looked calm in the distance large fires could be seen burning down wood buildings and the wooden parts of stone buildings in the distance.
>---Back at the manor---<
"Thanks, Drake the kids giving you any trouble?" Amie asked as she took her fork to the food...
--- Reznov Residence---
"Whatever it is eat it..." Kia grumbled. "It's never too early for food." she added just before another knock came to the door.
--- in transit to Dragon'taan, Subspace.Borealis Bridge ---
"That's what I'd be worried about, this ship is ancient. No I vaguely know about the SCRAB, I didn't fight the covenant, I fought a bit with the Swords Of Sangheilos, that's about as much contact as I've had with the Covenant. We should be in Dragon'taan orbit within the next 10 minutes."
--- Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ---
The enemy mechs despite taking huge amounts of damage from Lupe's mechs continued to press on with thier snake infantry
The TimberWolf Omnimech opened fire on the infantry with it's machine guns attempting to rip apart the waves of snake people with the 20 mm cannons, while firing it's missiles and lasers at the enemy mechs one of the Catapults being severely damaged and limping along as it had been determined a largest and closest threat.
"Lupe to ground team, preapre for a Weapons drop from the Wolf den their sending you some supplies!"
Almost as soon as Lupe ended her trasmission a loud sound could be heard coming from the Sky 4 drop pods were headed right for the allied groups position. 3 of the pods broke open revealing at least 6 Delphyne (https://i.ebayimg.com/16/!B1mS8O!BGk~$(KGrHqIOKj!E)O!,jMT5BMfGVm(WtQ~~_35.JPG?set_id=8800005007) Protomechs, as thier jumpjet's fired they came to a slow landing adding their mech grade weapons to the fight equiped with machine guns, lasers and a flamer, the large Dragon like robotic Protomechs assisted in the anti-infantry role since their weapons for the most part were out of range of the mechs.
a moment later the 4th drop podd landed revealing a weapons cache of rifle and heavy weapons. and 3 other smaller sealed Crates.
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*** Unspecified Location, Outer Space ***
Alice would have been worried, but she knew that her ship was an old junker and didn't have anything valuable. Especially not for a Battleship. She flipped off her cloaking field as a gesture of goodwill, and opened up a private channel with the battleship.
"Well howdy boys, how nice of you to drop into my little middle of nowhere." she said, smiling. With her off hand she started running an algorithm to track the tachyon particles as they moved away from the ship.
"Why, yes, I did notice an unusual spike of tachyon particulates around the same time you boys showed up."
She thought for a moment, wondering how important it was to this captain Aurelion that this escaped ship was captured. Maybe she could make a profit off of this? Or at least a little excitement. That voice in the back of her head reminded her of how incredibly boring it was to be out here.
"Say, you wouldn't be asking me questions like this if y'all had the ability to track this friend of yours. Tell you what: I just so happen to be a professional in the repossession business, if you catch my drift. I could probably help y'all out if there was something in it for me."
She had been in worse situations in the past before, and staring down the muzzle of a battleship definitely was up there, but if this Aurelion bit her deal, maybe she could get some decent paying work for a while.
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*Sangheilios Surface*
The raccoons stepped on the gravity lift, gasping as the lift activated and shot them onto the ship. Garrus was the first to recover, and looked to Huki. "T-That was...strange."
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Earth, ???
Michen finally managed to climb out through the hole in the wall, landing safely on a patch of grass. Being curious as to where they were, they looked around. It didn't seem this was a good spot to stay. They decided to head towards the city they saw earlier, hoping they could find some answers there. It didn't seem far away anyways.
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam shrugged and blurted: "Anything. I don't really care. Though, I'd... Never mind, I just never used that service. Of course I should speak someone else."
*Outer Space*
Anna growled. "It's not going down easily! And I'm not too keen on what it tries now either!" The copilot strategically said: "It's warp plasma. According to my research it could send us flying." Anna made a violent roll upwards.
*New Cerina*
The Leviathans started talking to Krystal: "Krystal Indari-Torakev, we are Leviathans from Tomahawk. Alias Darth Torrentus wishes to speak you and your husband on a specified location. We'll send you the coordinates." Upon this they directed Torrentus' message.
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--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
When the portal opened, Raz could smell the cinders, immediately cautious of this. Jumping at every little movement and rustle when they entered into the portal, having been well-versed in what the smell of burning cinders meant.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
"Simple. My brother did odd jobs for the different gangs on this hellish planet to look after me, to be able to provide food for me. Back then, I was a runt, and not his actual sister. Anyway, I'm the reason why he's like this, for the sole reason of that on one job, he brought back the loud speaking man..." pointing to the PA system on the walls, "... back with him. I was beaten, and so was he. That RAT made a deal to Malachai, saying that if my talented brother didn't work for him, then I'd die... and because of me, my brother became the corrupt monster he is.", she laid her head down on the pillow of the couch, "And it's all my fault..."
*** Starship Chimera, Approaching Geidi IV ***
Gypsie rolled over to look at Kyle before giving him a warm and weak smile before resting her arms and limp tails around him, while nuzzling into his chest.
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*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
"Don't beat yourself up; it's not your fault," Keesha assured her. "And I will get you out of this." She looked around, waiting and expecting to be called up to fight again very soon.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Kyle had no idea how long he was out before the comms spoke: "Bridge to Captain Vasily; we're coming out of slipspace at Geidi IV - no hostile presence detected. What are your orders, sir?"
Kyle rolled out of bed, making sure that Gypsie was comfy, then dressed as he spoke, "Stand down Red Alert, disengage the cloaking device; I'm on my way. Vasily out."
*** Outer Space outside New Romulus ***
The Mogai made potshots at the Faith, but soon came under heavy disruptor fire from the Vor'Cha. The Mogai wasn't gonna take much more.
*** Sangheili CCS Battlecruiser Unyeilding Will, Sangheilios ***
"You get used to it," Huki assured Garrus. "We must report to the Shipmaster. Just keep close to me, and don't let my kin's looks unnerve you." Huki then started for a nearby door, which sighed a soft tune and slid open.
*** Unspecified Location, Outer Space ***
"We can pay you to help us locate the vessel, if that's what you're asking," Aurelion responded. "It's a damaged ship, leaking Tachyon Radiation as a result of our last encounter with them. Transmitting the ship profile now. As soon as you locate the vessel, see if you can put off a Tachyon Burst; that should disrupt their cloaking device."
*** Unknown Location ***
Anna stepped through the portal, and saw the flames in the distance. "I can't say that looks good..." she commented.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"They're sleeping like rocks right now," Drake replied. "But soon enough, they'll be awake and bawling again. Infants require a lot of care, honey."
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*** Unspecified Location, Outer Space ***
"Captain, you just said the magic words. I'll have that ship for you in no time." she said, grinning.
She looked over at the algorythm her ship was running. Bingo, one tachyon leaking ship coming right up.
"I'll send you my contract for payment in a moment. In the mean time, anything I should know about the perp?"
Turning the ship towards the trail she started moving in it's direction. This should be cake. Maybe she would even go easy on the Captain payment wise. Not like this was going to be a hard job or anything, she thought.
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-- The Unburnt Plains, Dragon's Realm, portal exit from Indari Manor. --
"Things are worse than I thought." Spyra grumbled mostly to herself.
"I told you things were dire." Cynder added.
-- Communcation From New Cerinia, highly encrypted channel. ---
the audio was suddenly cut on the video, as Krystal called out to someone "MARKUS!!"
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**Sangheili CCS ~Undying Will~ Sangheilios*
Garrus's rugged face broke into a smile. "I come from a world rife with mutants, friend Huki.It'll take more than a strange look to startle me." He followed Huki through, completely in awe of the ship.
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Earth, ???
Michen finally managed to make it to the city. They didn't know where they were nor did they see any familiar spots. Looking around, many things caught their eye. The many anthro's walking up and down the street, houses that appeared to be on floating islands in the sky, huge buildings, and futuristic cars. But after wandering around for quite a while, what really interested them was some kind of station. With the idea it would make a good point of recognision during explorations, they decided to head inside.
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam looked around, then asked: "...Just who should I be talking to?"
*Outer Space*
Anna swiftly avoided the shots and with cannons still roaring she made for a final assault.
*New Cerina*
The Leviathans mumbled: "Hm. Suppose he's not gonna be happy."
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
"Keep em back!!! Fire at them with all you got!!!" Screamed the ram, while unloading an entire clip of his pulse SMG towards the approaching wall of green snake like creatures with the assistance of his comrades, holographic troopers and the Lupe's mechs, that were reaping a heavy toll on them with their weaponry, while at the same time engaging the enemy mechs. However, despite the efforts of unloading everything they had, these snake creatures didnt seem to show any kind of fear at their superiorly armed foes and kept on charging towards them with their weapons firing and blades readied. Some of them even had gained access to more heavier weapons such as missile launchers and were using them against Lupe's mechs in hopes to bring them down.
"They're getting too close for comfort, guys!" Spoke the ram with an ever growing concern in his tone at the nearing enemy horde that would surely sweep over them soon. However, soon the voice of Lupe filled the comms, as she informed everyone about a supply drop arriving. With no more than few seconds past, 4 drop pods appeared screeching through the clouds and landing upon the ground below near their positions. From three of the pods came out 6 dragon looking protomechs that were armed to the teeth with various weaponry to cause some serious havoc to the serpent enemies, just as soon they opened fire upon them.
"Whoa... Now that's what I would call proper cavalry, Lupe!!!" The ram shouted in awe to Lupe through the channel at the sight of the arrived protomechs, before his attention was caught by the fourth drop pod that upon landing and opening revealed a stash of weapons and other gear that, upon closer inspection, gave the ram a wicked smile behind his helmet, as he moved over to investigate the contents with one particular rifle lying on display. A Mk. VI plasma rifle.
"Now that's what I call a gun... Thanks for the drop, Lupe!!!" Said the ram, as he nabbed the gun and some energy cells for it, before bringing his new gun to bear and opening a volley of plasma fire upon the serpent warriors, scorching those happles ones into dust upon impact.
"Eat plasma fire!!!" Shouted Polaris at the sight of his enemies evaporation with a mixed tone of excitement and fury, while continuing his fire from behind a cover of a huge rock that was providing cover for most of his comrades on the open field near their crash site.
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit **
The two made their way to the bridge, Blaine taking the lead when approaching Draco.
"You called, sir?" Blaine asked, standing at slight attention.
Kozik stood behind, checking his helmet and visor.
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*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
The arena was getting more rowdy as time passed, thus forcing the Announcer to call Malachai.
Meanwhile in the prep room, Rochell still pittled her tears out, sniffling, "I know...", suddenly a large bull-man with a metal cowl that covered everywhere, but his eyes, grunted at the two, demanding them to go out now. Rochell begrudgingly got up and grabbed her weapons and started following the bull, "IT's time for us...", she said in a depressed tone.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Gypsie groggily got out of bed with Kyle, able to move better now, but she still looked un-well, "I-I'm com.... coming...", she stated, grabbing her loincloth and attempting to put it on.
-- The Unburnt Plains, Dragon's Realm, portal exit from Indari Manor. --
Raz held onto Anna as they stepped out of the portal, not actually looking out towards the landscape. His tail tightened dangerously around Anna's arm as he smelt the smell of smoke more distinct along the new air.
*Indari Manor, Dragon'taan*
Fawn was still passed out on the common room couch, clad in briefs. On the table sat his pack and a little pulsating black box.
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Great Leader checked the clock and smiled widely. "We've got 20 hours. Our time, of course." He stopped a moment, before calling out. "Increase patrols! If any escapees are trying to help our enemies, I want them executed!"
*Mongdrigo, outside Gorbis*
A few revolutionaries were preparing a makeshift landing zone, though probably much smaller than what the Sangheili would normally use. They held hope that their allies would be arriving soon.
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Earth, ???
Looking around inside the station, they discovered it wasn't a train station as they expected, but rather a station for interplanetary flights. Looking at the boards, it appeared it indeed was public transport. Michen had to think about this. Public interplanetary transport? How far in the future did they go, exactly? They had never been on other planets before, so they wondered how this transport worked and what they could find on other planets. Did they travel by wormhole or something?
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*** Unspecified Location, Outer Space ***
"The perp is in a stolen Vor'cha-class Attack Cruiser - a joint operation by pirates, Tal Shiar and Klingon Exiles from the House of Torg. We believe this particular vessel holds information we need," Captain Aurelion replied.
There would be an energy surge on her sensors, indicative of a vessel preparing to de-cloak.
*** New Cerinia ***
There would be a loud CRASH! As a startled Markus jumped at hearing his name yelled out. "What's wrong?" he called back.
*** Dragon'taan Bank, Dragon'taan ***
The teller shrugged. "That depends - what kind of investment are you wanting to make?"
*** Drakona Residence ***
Kabby and Viktor continued their day, caring for their young son and enjoying the fact they were a loving couple as well as parents.
*** Earth Orbit ***
Earth, ???
Looking around inside the station, they discovered it wasn't a train station as they expected, but rather a station for interplanetary flights. Looking at the boards, it appeared it indeed was public transport. Michen had to think about this. Public interplanetary transport? How far in the future did they go, exactly? They had never been on other planets before, so they wondered how this transport worked and what they could find on other planets. Did they travel by wormhole or something?
A young Leopard noticed the stranger and approached him. "Excuse me, sir, but... are you lost?" she asked.
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit ***
"Well, you're here," Draco sighed. "Having a bit of trouble locating Dawn; we've hit Coruscant Orbit, and we have shuttles prepped to take us planetside; now we're missing our Guardian friend. I don't suppose either of you have seen him?"
*** CCS Battlecruiser Undying Will, Sangheilios Orbit ***
The vessel shuddered as it retracted its gravity lift and began to ascend upward, through the clouds and into orbit, all as Huki and his friends made for the bridge, buried deep in the center of the ship. The Sangheili paid Garrus and his comrade little heed, focused more on keeping their ship running. When they would reach the bridge, Huki would salute a golden-armored Sangheili. "Shipmaster," he greeted.
The golden-armored Sangheili returned the salute. "Captain," he said. His gaze shifted to Garrus. "Seems we're going to be rescuing your friends you left behind. I hope you're happy."
*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
Andru and Inorra kept firing their weapons at the charging intruders, blasting heads and limbs off as well as using every last grenade they had. The holographic soldiers, too, threw everything they had at them. One of them, who was using a Type-55 Energy Assault Rifle (http://halo.wikia.com/wiki/Type-55_Directed_Energy_Rifle/Advanced), fired his weapon dry, shouted in anger, and drew a plasma sword and charged the enemy, slicing into them with ease. The enemy would be rather surprised that their weapons seemed to glance off his energy shield or pass right through him. Why would they cause him harm? He was a hologram.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha got up and followed, keeping her weapons ready...
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"You sure you're alright?" Kyle asked Gypsie. "You seem a bit... drained."
*** The Unburnt Plains, Dragon's Realm, portal exit from Indari Manor ***
Anna shushed Raz gently as she looked to Cynder and Spyra. "Where to?"
*** Indri Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Heavy footfalls would be heard approaching Fawn, as an aged dragon with faded brown scales looked down at him. "This one sleeps like a rock," he said quietly, his voice having a thick accent. Drake looked over his shoulder.
"Careful, grandpa - you don't want to startle him," he responded just as quietly.
*** Outer Space outside New Romulus ***
The Mogai commander decided he'd had enough, evidently, and made for the edge of the battle zone, getting ready for a warp jump - straight to his faction's base. However, there were still two Hirogen Hunter ships to deal with, and they were preying on the convoy.
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*CCS Battlecruiser Undying Will*
Garrus's teeth audibley ground against themselves at the shipmaster's comment. "I am, yes."
213 stared daggers at the shipmaster, but made no comment.
-
--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
"Oh, Hello Grandpa!" Amie said in a quiet but somewhat excited voice.
--Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan --
"Will this do?" Tigress asked finsihed with two batteries for Felicity, holding them up for the dragon to look at.
--- The Unburnt Plains, Dragon's Realm, portal exit from Indari Manor. ---
"Not sure, Cynder?" Spyra replied
"Let me get my bearings for a second here." Cynder replied a bit dizzy from the portal travel.
--New Cerinia, unknown location , highly encrypted Channel. ---
Krystal sighed, calling for her husband "Someone wants to speak with us." She informed the Black white striped tiger.
-
--Tigress' Armory, Dragon'taan --
Felicity was distracted with something, watching a fly buzz around the room, growling at it before shaking her head, "Hmm. Huh. What? Oh! Y-yes, that should be perfect... maybe we should test it first though."
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
The man led the girls down a long hallway until they came to two doors, "In there. Now.", he demanded, throwing Rochell in one of the elevators, to then address Keesha, "You next. In ellie-vay-tor.".
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Gypsie continued to stumble forward, "Y-yes... I'm fine... I swear..."
*** The Unburnt Plains, Dragon's Realm, portal exit from Indari Manor ***
Raz pressed his head against Anna's hand, calming down from her touch.
*** Indri Manor, Dragon'taan ***
After the dragon was back enough, Fawn started to show signs of Discomfort, moving a bit in his sleep until he ultimately sat up straight and looked around. He had beads of sweat on his brow.
Realizing he wasn't in his nightmare, Fawn swung his legs around and held his head, mumbling something before getting up and sleepily walking towards the bathroom, "I need a cold shower..."
-
Earth, ???
Michen turned around from where the voice came from, a bit shocked someone was actually standing so close to them. Quickly regaining composure, they sat down and looked at the leopard. "Uh, well... Yeah. Um... Can you tell me where I am?" Thinking about the experience they just had, they suddenly realised that was not the right question to ask. "Um... Or rather when I am," they managed to correct themself.
-
*** New Cerinia ***
There would be a loud CRASH! As a startled Markus jumped at hearing his name yelled out. "What's wrong?" he called back.
*** Dragon'taan Bank, Dragon'taan ***
The teller shrugged. "That depends - what kind of investment are you wanting to make?"
*** Outer Space outside New Romulus ***
The Mogai commander decided he'd had enough, evidently, and made for the edge of the battle zone, getting ready for a warp jump - straight to his faction's base. However, there were still two Hirogen Hunter ships to deal with, and they were preying on the convoy.
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam shrugged. "I don't know! As long as I can help someone. Even if that means spending it and never seeing it back."
*Outer Space*
Anna growled as her spontaneous ally started going. She tried to make contact. "Hey! You! Warbird! Hold up! There's still some enemies left! Would you be so kind to assist me just a bit longer?"
*New Cerina*
The Leviathans looked at each other. They saw the noise as an indication of trouble.
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
Despite his and his squad's efforts to hold back the slithering tide of serpent warriors, some of the green and scaly snakes clad in their ornate akavirian armor managed to get close enough to strike with their deadly katanas. However, to their utter surprise and confusion, the holographic troopers they tried to slice with their melee weapons proved ineffective, as their steel merely swiped through them as if they were made of thin air, before being gunned down by the same holograms with the guns the wore.
"Damn! These holorgrams are kicking ass! I love these guys, Andru!!" Shouted Polaris through his comms, as he witnessed the holographic soldiers taking the bulk of the enemy attack and keeping them occupied, while the ram was able to provide support fire from the behind with his plasma rifle. Soon however, the ram noticed three of the serpent warriors quickly slithering past the hologram soldiers with a murder brightly glowing in their vicious red eyes and hissing menacingly, as they had their sights fixed upon the plasma rifle wielding ram with their blades ready.
"Oh, no you don't!" Polaris growled at the serpent warriors through his voice module, before opening fire at them and managing to scorch two of them into dust, before to his unfortune the third snake managed to charge at him and lash at him with it's great tail with enough force to make the ram fly on his back against the ground with a heavy thud and make his weapon roll off from his hand. The serpent hissed and spoked something in his own tongue, before raising his blade and preparing to strike it at the downed ram on the ground.
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
Just as the serpent's blade would come down, it would be blocked by two katanas after a war cry. Andru, in an instant, had closed the distance and kept the ram from death. He forced the blade aside, whirled, kicked the serpent across the face, and when he came back to face him, sliced his gut open. The serpent would fall to his knees, and then be decapitated by Andru. Other serpents would see this, and Andru put himself in his combat stance, feet spread wide, one blade held above with the blade curving across his head, the other held with the blade curving across his right side. A draconic growl crept from Andru's throat as Inorra came by to help Polaris up.
*** Outer Space ***
(Mary... the unexpected ally was a Vor'cha-class Attack Cruiser with unidentified markings. The Mogai was a Tal Shiar Warship.)
The Vor'cha didn't respond, but indeed targeted the Hirogen Hunter ships and fired on them.
*** New Cerinia ***
A moment later, a maculine voice came on the channel: "This is Lord-Admiral Tokarev, to whom am I speaking?"
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha headed for the other elevator, as instructed, silently wondering what the next battle would be.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"You don't look fine - you sure you can walk? I don't want you to keel over out there," Kyle said, concern evident in his tone.
*** Earth Orbit ***
"Well, as for where you are, you're on Cairo Station, orbiting Earth, as for when... the year is 2570 by our calendar," the leopard told Michen. "Are you alright?"
*** CCS Battlecruiser Undying Will, Sangheilios Orbit ***
As the ship they were on made ready for a slipspace jump, the Shipmaster motioned his head for Garrus and 213 to come to him. "Seems some of your friends are eager for us to arrive," he told them. He summoned a map of the region before continuing, "They sent us a few messages, though given the hostile messages we've received from your Great Leader, we daren't respond to them, lest we give their positions away. If I'm going to land a Planetary Liberation Force, I need to know what's down there, what to expect. What can you tell me?
-
--- New Cerinia ---
Krystal sat there wainting
--- Tigress' armory, Dragon'taan ---
"Go ahead and try it." Tigress offered one battery to Felicity.
--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
"So I dunno if I told you before , but I've been working on keeping my firefox form on." Amie told Drake.
-=- Unburnt plains, Dragon realm ---
"We should probably head to the closest sheltered area to get out bearings, Cynder?
"The closest would probably be waters' fall caves." Cynder noted pointing a claw in the direction of the caves.
--- Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ---
While Lupes mechs finsihed off the last remaining thanatos, and started focusing on the hellishly painted Atlas, another drop pod fell from the sky. as the drop pod hit the ground and opened with a loud hiss a pink skinned bull like creature resembling a Baron of Hell stepped out.
The baron, pointed it's arm towards the coming wave of serpent creatures, the Dragonlike protomechs forming around the smaller 8ft baron, it's demonic glowing green eyes becoming brighter as it's right hand became engulfed in a green plasma energy.
The baron threw a green ball of plasma at one of the serpents, melting the poor creature as a signal to charge, the Baron followed by the Delphyne protomechs charged into the wave of serpents tearing apart the first wave of 6 with it's bare hands and the lasers and machine guns mounted on the protomechs, for the second wave the baron took off of it's back a large weapon and began fireing the 14.5×114mm machine gun into the remaining ranks of serpents.
"Bout time you get here." Lupe said over the comms. Refering to the recently arrived Baron.
-
Earth, Cairo
Michen listened with much disbelief. Cairo? How in the world did they get there? And how did they get into the year 2570? Michen was too shocked to do anything, and their face showed that as well. The last thing they remembered was that they fell into a deep sleep. What happened in that time?
-
*CSS Battlecruiser Undying Will, Sangheilios Orbit*
Garrus nodded, as he approached the map. "W-Well," he motioned his paw through the map as he spoke, "northeast of the city, a few miles south of the Glass Forest, is mutant country. They've somehow built a resistance to tiberium, I think. They're not effected by it like we are. Well..." He glanced at Two-Thirteen, "most of us. Anyway," he said, turning back to the map. "There's Glowing Pass, but I've not seen the state of the animals there in a long while." Garrus tapped his chin. "Mmm...Great Leader's army are gonna be patrolling, but not too far from the city. Though, I don't know about sympathizers. Or those with obedience implants. Two-and-a-half story tall mech's will be the worst thing to run into, military wise. Though, I heard the new Groms are pretty dicey. Twin-linked dual twenty-millimeter chainguns mounted to a mech barely nine feet tall...uh, there might be some harvesters out in the field, but we shouldn't bother them." He swirled a finger by his ear. "In a place of their own, they are."
-
*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
Just as the ram thought the serpent warrior was about to strike the deadly end of it's katana through his armor, the familiar Nord wielding his twin blades stepped in front of the snake and blocked it's attack, before staggering it back and slicing it's gut open and decapitating it's head to finish the serpent off.
"Uurggh... Thanks for the assist there, Andru! I owe you one!" Thanked the ram through his voice module, as he was helped up on his two hooves by Inorra, while Andru was standing in front of them both with himself readied to ward off even more of the vicious serpents that had their sights, blades and even guns now pointed at the defiant human before them.
"We can take care of them, guys..." Polaris responded, while pulling out his trust pulse SMG from his hip and activating his energy riot shield. However, soon his ears, despite the heavy battle going around them, would pick up a new, yet familiar sound of something screeching through the sky above them and upon looking up; the ram saw yet another drop pod speeding down from the orbit through the air, before landing with a ground shaking force. Seconds passing, the drop pod soon opened and revealed an enormous specimen of a creature clad in heavy armor, while hurling some kind of green plasmatic energies from it's hand at the nearby serpents that upon impact literally turned them into molten goo, before soon opening fire with her large machinegun to mow down the rest of any serpents in it's sight with the help of the protomechs.
"Whoa... Who is **that**..." Polaris spoke in awe at the sight of the hulking creature laying waste to the enemies with it's might, which had caught the attention of their serpentine foes in front of them as well, whom the ram noticed looking slightly terrified of the new adversary that had just arrived and was killing their fellow warriors with little effort.
-
---Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit---
A bit after he was mentioned, Dawn casually walked onboard the bridge "So, what now?".
-
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
The announcer's voice spoke to Keesha inside her elevator, "Everywhere is bugged. I heard your entire conversation, and she's not wrong, and you can't save her this time. Kill her or I will.", he clicked off and annoying elevator music came on.
Soon enough they rose into the arena, it being different now. The arena now looked very metallic. Tesla coils sparked to life, lining the border.
"FINAL BATTLE BEFORE THE VICTOR IS REVEALED TO FIGHT THE CHAMP. ON THE LEFT, DEMON HUNTER ROCHELL. ON THE RIGHT, KEESHA... This will be over quick, folks!", the pods opened, Rochell's eyes were glowing now, and she held Mandalorian dual blades.
"FIGHT!", boomed over the speakers and Rochell ran towards Keesha, an odd blurring aura around her, making her look like 3
more people. Her reflexes seemed to be heightened.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Gypsie was burning up, so severe that the air behind her was distorted. She stumbled forward and fell into Kyle, "I... might be unwell... b-but I can come with... I-I'll be fine..."
--- Tigress' armory, Dragon'taan ---
Felicity ejected a red powercell, it having the aperature labortories symbol on it. The case was made of lead and had faint signs of radiation coming from it, suggesting more than lithium was in there.
After releasing her old powercell, she quickly absorbed the new cell and then her entire effects activated. Two energy rings appeared on two of her legs, 1 on each, and one on his tail. Her portal gun tail pulsed with energy.
She started dancing about the room through portals before returning to Tigress, "Thank you! It feels so much better. My last powercell made me feel so congested, but now I feel... more free!", she stepped off the table and grew into her anthro form and hugged Tigress.
--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
Fawn returned to the main floor and picked up the pulsating black box off the coffee table, crushed it in his hand and it spread over his body, it being his black body suit. He walked into the kitchen, waving to Drake's granddad on the way, "Drake... how strong of coffee do you have?"
-=- Unburnt plains, Dragon realm ---
Raz slowly pulled his head away from Anna and looked at the other dragons, looking back at the area where the portal was, seeing it now dissipated, filling with worry, only seeing a black/amber sky in the distance, but looking away from the town, he saw calm skies, which at least brought some peace... as long as they walked out of the town's view.
-
*** Outer Space ***
(Mary... the unexpected ally was a Vor'cha-class Attack Cruiser with unidentified markings. The Mogai was a Tal Shiar Warship.)
The Vor'cha didn't respond, but indeed targeted the Hirogen Hunter ships and fired on them.
*** New Cerinia ***
A moment later, a maculine voice came on the channel: "This is Lord-Admiral Tokarev, to whom am I speaking?"
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam tapped his feathers together, saying: "Soooo... yeah. I could as well donate half of it to charity. But, what if, say, I for example want to support a governmental project."
*Outer Space*
Anna sent her thanks to the unknown ally. "Thank you for your assistance! Hope to see you again one day!" Of course she didn't let them do everything alone...
*New Cerina*
THe Leviathans replied: "You are speaking to Leviathans from Tomahawk. Alias Darth Torrentus wants to see you and your wife on a specified location."
-
*** Dragon'taan Bank, Dragon'taan ***
"If you want to do that, you should speak to a representative in the Government district - likely the Department of Civilian Development. Unfortunately, I don't know where that is off the top of my head; one of the Government District personnel could help you with that," the teller responded.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh yeah?" Drake responded. "How's that working out?"
*** Outer Space near New Romulus ***
"We are not done yet," said a Klingon voice that sounded far too calm for a Klingon. "You were brave to take on these marauders yourself. But I do not understand what you hoped to gain by doing so."
*** New Cerinia ***
"I see," Markus said. "Did this Darth Torrentus say why he wanted to meet us?"
(And yes, I still remember Torrentus is female, Mary, before you think that; but while I know it, Markus does not.)
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha leapt into the air, her lightsabers activating, and landed behind Rochell. "Great..." Keesha said to herself.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"I'm not gonna risk that, Gypsie," Kyle said softly. He would bend over to sweep her off her feet, carry her to the bed, and gently set her on it. "We've been through too much for me to let you over-stress yourself now. You lay here, get some sleep - I'll get you some lemon juice or something." He gently kissed her forehead before directing a command to Gemini: "Gemini... have Hector take our guest wherever he needs to go. I'm gonna look after Gypsie."
"Sir?" Gemini responded.
"You have your orders, Gemini," Kyle stated firmly. A pause followed before Gemini responded,
"Aye, sir." Kyle went to his personal kitchen nearby to get a glass of lemon juice.
*** Unburnt Plains, Dragon Realm ***
Anna followed the others, keeping Raz clutched in her arms as though she were his mother.
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit ***
"Well, that answers where you are," Draco said. "We've hit Coruscant, and we're about to head down planetside and find Lana. Can you get to her shuttle?"
*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
Andru and Inorra were just as dumbstruck as Polaris was at the arrival of the newcomers. "What the hell...?" Andru murmured.
*** CSS Battlecruiser Undying Will, Sangheilios Orbit ***
The Shipmaster let out a low hum, studying the map and what Ray had told him closely. Finally, he clicked and lowered his jaw mandibles - the Sangheili equivalent of a shrug. "What about the city? What can you tell me--"
Huki cut off the shipmaster, speaking in his native tongue. When he finished, the Shipmaster frowned, looking Ray in the eyes. "Indeed?" he spoke to him. "I'm... surprised he didn't kill you after you spoke to him. Sith like him aren't known for leaving alone loose ends. Did you see where he went after you spoke with him?"
*** Cairo Station, Earth ***
"Sir?" the leopard lady spoke, trying to get his attention. "Are you alright?"
*** Outpost 'Vadam ***
All seemed quiet at Coalition Outpost 'Vadam. The UAC Fleet stationed there continually patrolled the surrounding region. But when one of the Slipspace Monitoring Stations signaled, a rally command was sent to all Coalition Warships. At the same time, a Priority-Alpha Distress Beacon was activated. The beacon said only one thing:
"Enemy Fleet En Route to Outpost 'Vadam. Request reinforcements."
-
--- Indari Manor Dragon'taan ---
"Well I'm getting closer to my goal of holding it for a hour ,but i've also noticed that I don't have to focus on it as much as you recall the first time I did it, the form faded when you grabbed me." Amie answered, Drake.
-- Tigress armory, Dragon'taan --
Tigress blushed a little, Your welcome, now take your spare battery just in case and here are the results from Serena's scan of your code" Tigres said showing Felicty a Tablet like device that displayed Serena's findings.
--- Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan---
Another knock came to the door this time and odd Blue Vixen (https://i.imgur.com/BJVbAqq.png) Stood waiting at the door.
-- New Cerinia --
'Something doesn't feel right about this ' Krystal talked in thoughts to her husband , Markus. 'Something about this has me on edge, why would a sith named individual want to speak with us?'
-- New Cerinia, krystal mansion, backyard. ---
A Blue vixen stepped into the large grotto like garden that simulated the feel of a forest rive with a waterfall, looking for two people in particular, wearing rather light clothing (http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gQrdk8dy-5Y/UPclzHIW6ZI/AAAAAAAAACQ/u8bBWAfwnV4/s1600/Pose-01.png) especially for the advanced technology of the planet.
--- * Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ---
"Uhh let's call it reinforcements." Lupe replied as she and her mech star finished off the atlas with a crap tone of fire to it's center torso, the motionless hulk of the 100 ton mech falling to the ground.
meanwhile on front line the Baron and her Protomech squadron mowed through most of the Serpent people's front line, the baron, putting it's large weapon onto it's back, grabbed one of the retreating snake people by the tail, punching it's fist into the armor going through it as if it were paper and tore apart the beast throwing it's remains into the fleeing snake people knocking a few down. IT's hand began to glow green again as the beast focused it's energies into it's hand again throwing more plasma balls at the snake people.
*** Outpost 'Vadam ***
4 Subspace portals opened near the Outpost, as the Galatae (https://i.imgur.com/eCcrnXq.jpg) and and it's attendant fleet of three Kitsune class cruisers (https://i.imgur.com/UZS3CFT.png) Came out of subspace, near the station.
"This is the Galatae, what's going on here?" Kylie a blue fox and captain of the Galatae asked.
--- Galatea bridge ---
"Roxanne I want a full scan of the system!" The captain said once the large carrier had exited subspace.
"On it , Captain.' Replied the orange vixen hologram AI.
-
*CSS Battlecruiser Undying Will, Sangheilios Surface*
Garrus shook his head. "No, the Sith ran off and I had no intention of following him. He was looking for a starport, though."
-
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam rubbed his chin. "Hm. Clearly, you're not an investment center. Does someone has a huge loan, perhaps?"
*Outer Space*
Anna answered truthfully: "I'm looking for a new ship, but I'm short on money. I was told that by doing a few jobs I could get that together."
*New Cerina*
The Leviathans answered: "Darth Torrentus is a SHE. But either way, no, her motive wasn't specified to us. We expect she wants to explain that on the spot."
-
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Rochell had similar reflexes and speed to Keesha, as if she had carbon copies of Keesha's moves and techniques. Rochell spun around in a blur to strike at the abdomen level.
Rochell had some odd helmet on her head that wasn't with her before.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Gypsie grumbled when set down on the bed, "Fine... I'll sleep...", she then passed out like a light.
Malachai came out of his room and went to a terminal, "Ge-mini, does this sheep have ehny teleportahs? I'm late to the tournmint."
*** Unburnt Plains, Dragon Realm ***
Raz looked up at Anna when her grip on him tightened, having looked ahead prior, and he reached up and nuzzled the underside of her chin, giving a small kiss.
--- Indari Manor Dragon'taan ---
Fawn went to grab something on his hip, making loud smack to his hip, "Ow... Sorry, I was going to scan you.... but all my equipment is still at the armory.", with a wide-eyed 'meh' expression, grabbing some coffee and just standing aside from Amie and Drake.
-- Tigress armory, Dragon'taan --
Felicity looked at her old power cell, it pulsating with a red glow, but she grabbed it anyway. Once the old power cell came in contact with her, it stopped glowing. Felicity turned back to Tigress and embraced the hug again before pulling back and taking a look at the code Serena retrieved and Felicity's expression fell, "As I thought... memories are corrupted... I can't repair them, not even with this thing.", she hopped up on the table and rested her head on her hands.
-
*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
"Well, that reinforcement hit just the spot we needed!" Replied Polaris to Lupe and the others, before quick drawing his SMG to bear and opened fire at the group of serpent foes in front of him and his squad, eliminating them, before quickly making run towards his dropped plasma rifle and picking it up and unleashing a barrage of energy at the seemingly now demoralized snake folk around him, who were already losing their forces at alarming rate and their mechs becoming nothing less than scrap metal by Lupe's mechs!
-
*Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Great Leader emerged from his bedroom, dressed in his finest clothes. He spoke as he once did, when he fought the oppressor he had now become.
"My people, our demands have been ignored. Your loved ones have been held hostage by some unknown fiends, who now seek to enslave us! With that rat traitor Garrus leading them here! But today we strike a blow against our enemies! We will show them we are not afraid! We will strike out, with the help of the green glow! Fire the missile!"
The missile's engine belched forth a mighty flame, as it lept into the warp sphere.
*Sangheilios Local Space*
A warp sphere opened, the energy discharge briefly causing all manner of signal issues, as the Tiberium-tipped missile pushed through. It's engine, coupled with the liquid Tiberium's innate energy output, gave any targeting system more than a good lock on the weapon.
-
Earth, Cairo
Michen looked away from the leopard, not even sure how to answer that question. They just tried to think about how they felt and what would be the most obvious solution to that. They sat down and placed their right forepaw on their forehead. "I need to get this all straight in my head," they said quietly.
-
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The leopard looked at her watch, then at Michen, then put a hand on their shoulder, giving it a gentle squeeze before heading off. It wouldn't be long before another individual approached them, a feline clad in UNSC Marine armor. "Hey, pal - you alright? You need a medic or something?"
*** Sangheilios Local Space ***
In a bizarre twist, a lone Harrower-class Battlecruiser (https://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/c/c7/Doombringer01.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20130206031726) would drop out of hyperspace - right into the missile's path, too close for the missile to make any course alterations. At the warship's angle, the missile would impact on the vessel's starboard side.
*** CSS Battlecruiser Undying Will, Sangheilios Surface ***
"A starport?" The shipmaster asked. "Are you sure?"
"He's no reason to be false with us, Shipmaster. If Malgus was indeed--" Huki began. He was suddenly cut off as one of the other bridge crew shouted something in Sangheili. The shipmaster's head whipped around, then to the nearby monitor.
"Show me," he commanded. A screen was brought up, showing a missile that had entered Sangheili Space - followed by the arrival of a certain iconic Imperial ship. Huki leaned closer to Garrus.
"Either of those look familiar to you?" he asked him.
*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
Andru and Inorra pressed the advantage, and the holographic troops did the same, in an effort to force the snake folk to retreat.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha deflected the blow and counterattacked, striking to disarm Rochell.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"That's affirmative, Malachai - we can send you down on your word," the AI responded.
In the captain's quarters, Kyle gently slid the blankets over Gypsie, then activated the TV on the other end of the domicile, keeping the volume low so as not to wake Gypsie. He had to admit, he was growing... fond, of her. But would she be able to handle the gravity of what he is? Of what he was capable of? That remained to be seen.
*** Unburnt Plains, Dragon Realm ***
Anna kissed the top of Raz's head as she traveled, shifting every now and again to keep her rifle on her shoulder.
*** Dragon'taan Bank ***
"You want to help pay off someone's loan...?" the teller asked incredulously. She frowned, then an idea formed. "Well... if you are bent on helping someone... I have a friend who needs certain... debts, paid off."
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr reluctantly got up from talking with his parents to answer the door, frowning at the blue vixen. "Uh... hello. Can I... help you?" he asked.
*** New Cerinia ***
Well, if they wanted us dead, they'd have tried by now, Markus responded. Something tells me we're not dealing with a typical Sith. And this sith may have information we'd want or find useful.
*** New Cerinia, Krystal mansion, backyard ***
Just entering the area was a fox-tiger hybrid, frowning at the newcomer, who she thought was someone else. "Mom...? What are you doing here? I thought you were upstairs... and why are you wearing those ridiculous clothes?" Saraabi asked.
*** Outer Space near New Romulus ***
"I see... so you're doing some mercenary ops for the Romulan Republic to meet that goal," the Klingon surmised. "I can appreciate that." He paused, then continued, "I am Commander T'tocs, of the Klingon House of Pegh. If it's the Tal Shiar and their Hirogen friends you're looking to eliminate for the Romulans, we can help with that. We are not going to ask for any kind of reward from you - we have our own interest in this. All we need... is someone willing to stage an attack of the place - take command of a battle fleet of ours and raze the place, cover our task. Then you can take your success report and tell President D'Tan whatever you like. Savvy?"
*** Outpost 'Vadam ***
The commandant of Outpost 'Vadam signaled the Galatae. "We detected a large fleet headed this way - one of our Slipspace Monitoring Stations signaled having picked up signatures of vessels matching the looks and ID Transponders matching the frequencies of Sith Covenant vessels - they'll be on us in three minutes."
-
*Sangheilios Local Space*
The missile slammed into the ship's starboard side, releasing its payload on impact. A noxious green cloud consumed the battlecruiser's starboard side, green crystals growing at the point of impact.
*CSS Battlecruiser Undying Will*
Garrus shook his head, as his senses came back to him. "I-I...no, I don't recognize t-these vessels. T-Though, t-the explosion...i-it looks like l-liquid tiberium."
-
-Indari manor Dragon'taan--
"I've been able to hold the form with less focus, so you can't scare me out of it as eisly." Amie replied
-Reznov residence, Dragon'taan---
The blue eyed blue vixen looked up a the worgen "I'm sorry this isn't this where Krystal Indari lives?" The young vixen asked, a little scared of the large worgen.
---Tigress' armory Dragon'taan---
"So now what?" Tigress asked.
_New Cerinia--
I still find this odd.' Krystal thought back
--- New Cerina Krystal's back yard.--
"Search your feelings, young one I'm not your mother, and these are tribal clothes from Sauria last i recall." Crystal replied to Saraabi.
_ Unburnt plains, Dragon realm---
SPyr and Cynder made to the cave and waited for Anna and Raz. "Poor thing has been really scarred." Spyra sighed. "we might need him I hope he 'grows up soon." Cynder sighed, in reps once
--- Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ---
"I don't like this.' LUpe spoke out over the radio.
Thje large baron continued to chase off the snake people not walking any further from the crash site, instead throwing green plasma like balls of energy at them from her hands.
-
Earth, Cairo
Michen looked at the leopard as she walked away, then went back in thoughts. They just decided they needed to get some rest somewhere calm, when they heard someone talk to them. They looked at the soldier, not knowing how to react in their confusion. They were even so overwhelmed by their emotions it took effort to say something back. "I'll be fine," they mumbled after a while. Michen knew they would be in the end, but right now they didn't even look a little like that.
-
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam blurted: "I don't care how much, I'll pay it all. ...It's not for some sort of evil purpose, is it?"
*Outer Space*
Anna thought for a while as her copilot warned her. "This sounds too easy... I have a bad feeling about it. You'd better be careful, this could be a trap." Anna asked cautiously: "I assume you mean a Tal Shiar base by 'the place'?"
*New Cerina*
The Leviathans told him: "She, well... She isn't like the Sith we've heard about. There's something different from her and the Tal Shiar. Though, she is catious to not reveal anything to anyone. There must be some sort of secret intel she wants to share with you two specifically... We suggest you go- alone, mind you, she won't like other company- but keep an eye out."
-
*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
"They're losing their ground! Keep at it!!" Yelled the ram through the comms, while mowing down any serpents still visible to him alongside Andru, Inorra and the holographic warriors on the ground level. Meanwhile Lupe's mechs were overpowering all that remained of enemy mechs on the battlefield and the large demonic figure was raining down heavy weapons and plasma fire with the assistance of the protomechs to support the efforts of Andru's team to finish off the snake warriors.
Meanwhile unbeknownst for the landing party, a couple of kilometers away, a cloaked unidentified humanoid who was taking shelter within a thick patch vegetation on top of a mountain to the east, was observing the carnage happening on the lush green field near the beach with it's military grade binoculars that were able to zoom in close from the great distances to observe the details of the battle. "Attention home base, this is sentinel watch. Be advised; the Tamrielic interlopers have landed and have engaged with the Tsaesci swarm. However, they brought more firepower with them than we anticipated and the serpents are being annihilated. Please advise." Spoked the cloaked humanoid with a deep muffled male voice through a mask it was wearing to the comms device embedded within.
"Understood, sentinel watch! Your orders are to keep watch of the Tamrielic intruders and their movements for the time being. Home base out." Replied a more clearer male voice through the comms, to which the cloaked being replied affirmatively, before continuing his observing of the battle continuing with the serpent folk almost on the run now.
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo*
A message had been cast from the city once the missile had struck
~We will continue [size=78%]our bombardment until you deliver the refugees. Let all know that Great Leader will not tolerate anyone withholding his people.~[/size]
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*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Rochell stumbled back as her blades flung out of her hands. The crowd went silent for a moment before roaring again as Rochell, seemingly doubling in speed from before, charged at Keesha, claws drawn, but the helmet on her head kept giving off an ominous hum whenever Rochell made a move.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Good. I'm going down there now.", he then placed two tickets on a table, "Give these to the Capitan and his pet. They're for the paperview, or to get into the arena to watch.", he then made his way to a teleporter, readying himself in one and awaiting to be beamed down.
When Gypsie got a bit better, now being able to move in small increments, she rolled over to Kyle and gently wrapped her hands around him, letting out a soft sigh and passing out again.
---Tigress' armory Dragon'taan---
Felicity went silent, a cold draft whaffing, "I... I don't know... we could try and find whoever created me... but something inside me says I shouldn't.", and there was. Like a firewall, some memories and actions, Felicity was unable to do, and a string of code prevents Felicity from having the want to go and search for her mother.
_ Unburnt plains, Dragon realm---
Raz had calmed down completely when they reached the cave, as he had become more playful, batting at Anna's chin, softly nibbling on her chin and quickly nuzzling her occasionally.
-
---Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit---
"I can try. I will go down to the bazaar and try to trace it" Shoon turned to the rest of group "How about you all?".
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit **
"I'll accompany you planetside, Kozik will provide overwatch," Blaine replied, handing his rifle off to the wolf. He cocked his magnum, and reholstered it.
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*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit ***
"Very well," Draco said officiously. "Let's get moving." He started for the hangar bay, hoping his team was in tow.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha dodged the attack, then made three lightning-swift strikes at the helmet which would knock it off her head. At the same time, she made two strikes just as fast at Rochell's legs, aiming to immobilize her.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
As Malachai was beamed down, Kyle snuggled next to Gypsie, as though to try and keep her warm.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm ***
Anna chuckled, playing back at Raz as she moved with the others. Her expression was serious, however, when she looked to the others. "Someone mind explaining to me what exactly is going on out here?" She asked.
*** Sangheilios Local Space ***
The Battlecruiser, as it was struck with the missile, turned on another vector, and went to light speed - away from Sangheilios. The vessel's trajectory put it on a direct path for Gorbis Mongdrigo.
On board the Undying Will, the Shipmaster received a message on his command interface, then spoke to his crew: "All hands, battle stations! Make ready for Slipspace Jump!" He looked to Garrus and 213. "If your 'Great Leader' wants a war... he'll get one. Let us see if he can stand against the might of the United Sangheili Republic!"
All around the vessel, the Fleet of Justified Retribution - consisting of multiple RCS (https://www.halopedia.org/images/7/7b/H4-RCSArmoredCruiser-SideFull.png) and CCS (https://www.halopedia.org/images/7/7e/HR_CCS_Pro.png) Cruisers, many SDV Corvettes (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/sotp/images/1/12/SDV_Corvette_New.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20160603094527), six ORS-class Heavy Cruisers (https://cdnb.artstation.com/p/assets/images/images/002/440/217/large/jared-harris-1.jpg?1461768555), four DDS-class Carriers (http://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/12/11043/dds1.jpg), two CAS-class Assault Carriers (https://i.imgur.com/j6REb4V.jpg), and one OAS-class Supercarrier (http://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/10/9722/oas.jpg) - organized into formation, and all made a slipspace jump toward the target.
*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
Andru and Inorra continued to kill any of the serpentine warriors they saw, slaughtering them until they couldn't see any more.
*** Outer Space near New Romulus ***
"Indeed," Commander T'tocs answered. "We have no reason to harm you - if we wanted you dead, you'd know it already. We both stand to gain from this, but time grows short. Any minute now, that damaged Tal Shiar ship will report this incident to their base, and they will relocate; it is unlikely we'll get another chance like this again; and I needn't remind you, once the Tal Shiar know who you are, they'll send their best at you. We are providing an opportunity to wipe your presence from their database. Are you with us?"
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerina ***
"Understood - Tokarev out," Markus responded to the Leviathans. He cut the channel and looked to Krystal. "It may be a trap, but a trap you know about is one you can use to your advantage; and I needn't remind you, the Iron Regent is equipped with those Marauder Drones. We can handle whatever a rogue Sith Lord can throw at us."
In the back yard, Saraabi made a suspicious, "Hnh..." as she stared at Crystal, before she asked, "If you're not mom, who the hell are you, and why do you look like her?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Honey, I told you - the last time wasn't my fault," Drake responded to Amie. "I wasn't trying to scare you that time."
*** Reznov residence, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr cocked an eyebrow at the vixen. "No," he said slowly, his voice picking up speed. "Last I checked, Krystal Indari-Tokarev lived in her own estate on New Cerinia. It's the moon orbiting Dragon'taan you saw when you came here."
*** Dragon'taan Bank ***
"Oh, no - not at all," the teller answered. "My friend's on Coruscant; she owes a couple million or so to a casino and she... well, she has trouble with this loan guy. I tried to tell her the man's a loan shark, but... well, she can be a bit naive sometimes."
*** Outpost 'Vadam ***
When the Sith Covenant fleet dropped out of Slipspace, it consisted of the usual vessels - ORS Heavy Cruisers, DDS Carriers, CCS and RCS Battlecruisers, stolen and refitted Paris-class Frigates and Halcyon Light Cruisers, Harrower Star Destroyers (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/c/c7/Doombringer01.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20130206031726), and Imperator-II Star Destroyers (http://nerdist.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/StarDestroyer04222015.jpg), but also had a number of ships more alien - one was a dreadnought (http://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/16/15726/TEC_-_Octinev_DreadnoughtIII.jpg), but while reminiscent of TEC Designs, was still alien; there were several ships (http://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/16/15726/Trade_Alliance_-_Excelceor_BattleshipII.jpg), seemingly of TEC origin, but just as alien as the dreadnought, And several more (http://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/16/15726/Trade_Alliance_-_Capitalship_Battleship_2.jpg) just as strange, and some seemed far more alien than the TEC-reminiscent vessels, possessing a strange design (http://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/16/15726/Pirates_-_CapitalShip_X.jpg).
A transmission was sent out on an open channel: "We are the Sith Covenant. We will have our revenge, and we will secure our place in Galactic Society. Fight or flee, it matters not - you will face our wrath!"
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--- Krystal's Mansion, New Cerina ---
"I'll bring Nari along just in case." Krystal noted pageing for Nari to meet them.
"That's the same question I asked Your mother, and she couldn't tell me either." Crystal replied " And My name is Crystal with a 'C' Or at least that's what your mom called me."
--- Unburnt plains, Dragon realm ---
"As I Said before my... Spyro was captured he and I were the guardians of the land along with a few others ,but somehow they captured Spryo and almost got me by the time i was able to get to our base of operations, all the dragons including the younglings were not there I think they were captured, right now we're the only free dragons in this realm, If we can free Spyro and the others we may have a chance to retake the realm from this evil." Cynder explained.
--- Outpost 'Vadam ---
There was no responce from the Galatae or it's battlegroup of cruisers at first until , suddenly a squadron of highly modified Y-wing bombers de-cloaked at the sith covenant fleet's left flank, launching missiles and torpedoes at the enemy ships.
--- Reznov residence, Dragon'taan ---
"Thank you." Kari replied, simply turning away leaving the residence, on her way to the docks.
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*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
"A wise precaution," Markus complimented her. He hit his commbadge. "Tokarev to the Iron Regent - stand by to beam us up," he spoke to his flagship.
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr frowned, confused, then shook his head and closed the door.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm ***
"It would help if I knew what kind of evil we're talking about, here," Anna stated.
*** Outpost 'Vadam ***
The enemy fleet took hits, but surprisingly, none were put out of the fight; several retrofitted Talon and Supremacy fighter squadrons were launched, along with multiple Seraphs and TIE Avengers.
*** Unspecified Location on Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
A lone Anthro-Dragon sat at a bar stool in a run-down cantina, sipping on a clear, dark blue drink. Leaning on the counter next to him was an AR197 Dual-Purpose Assault Rifle, and strapped to his thigh was a disruptor pistol.
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--- Unspecified Location on Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ---
a couple seats away a dark blue furred vixen or wolf or something sat drinking a slightly red liquid, some sort of bowcaster like weapon strapped to her back, and an odd DC-17 pistol on her hip holster, she eyed the dragon for a second before returning to her drink.
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*** Unspecified Location on Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The dragon mumbled something in Russian, sipped at his drink, and looked over the dark blue furred hybrid before scoffing and taking another sip. The door dinged, and a pair of mercenaries came inside the cantina, one of them eying the hybrid in a less-than-cordial manner.
"She looks fine," one of them whispered to his buddy.
"Yeah," the other agreed, "Wouldn't mind havin' her around."
-
**8 Unspecified Location on Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan 8**
Alex, the blue Hybrid didn't appear to notice the two coming in, though she could 'feel' their presence, with her own telepathic powers, her bowcaster's light blinking for a moment.
-
*Slipspace to Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Garrus sighed. "I hope beyond hope Great Leader decides to surrender. The less bloodshed the better."
*Mongdrigo, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
As deep-range sensors picked up the high energy spike of the slipspace jump, Great Leader took action.. A few archaic orbital guns were moved into position, and the ill-equipped army of Gorbis Mongdrigo took defensive positions on the wall around the city.
*Glass Forest, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
The rebels, intercepting Mongdrigo communications, began attempting to clear out tiberium around their camp. It was slow going, the hand-held harvesters weren't very good at their job.
-
*** Unspecified Location on Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Hey, pretty lady," one of the mercs spouted, approaching Alex. The other stood on the other side of Alex, his hand resting on a holstered pistol.
*** Slipspace to Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
"We can hope - but given the last several messages he sent us, I don't think surrender is on his mind," Huki told Garrus.
"The man threatened us several times, sent an agent who lied to us and insulted us, then launched that missile at us - clearly he thinks he can win this," the shipmaster said. He looked to Garrus and 213. "Tell me about him - what can we expect from him alone? Will he try to bargain with us? Or will he tuck tail when he sees us?"
-
*** Unspecified Location on Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Hey, pretty lady," one of the mercs spouted, approaching Alex. The other stood on the other side of Alex, his hand resting on a holstered pistol.
*** Slipspace to Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
"We can hope - but given the last several messages he sent us, I don't think surrender is on his mind," Huki told Garrus.
"The man threatened us several times, sent an agent who lied to us and insulted us, then launched that missile at us - clearly he thinks he can win this," the shipmaster said. He looked to Garrus and 213. "Tell me about him - what can we expect from him alone? Will he try to bargain with us? Or will he tuck tail when he sees us?"
-_- Unspecified Location on Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan -_-
Alex turned to face the merc. "Really guys, You could try to be more accomodating than that." Alex replied her hands not reaching for
her guns but her eyes did begin to glow as they stared into the eyes of the merc who spoke with her, the merc would get a feeling that his eyes were literally being burnt into like a drilling laser just from her stare...
- Krystal's mansion, New Cerinia -
Something flashed on Krystal's belt, she reached to it and pulled a PDA like device from her belt "She's already on board, Markus." Krystal noted.
-
*Slipspace to Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Garrus didn't miss a beat. "He'll tuck tail, assuredly, once he's pressed against the wall. Remove his army, and what is a king eh?"
*UNSC Research base*
Andreas popped up excitedly from his chair. "It's done!"
He began reading through the recovered crew log, and found medical care records for one Tysus Ambrose, the EV-Engineer. On closer inspection, there was no 'Rayleonarde' on the manuscript.
Ray, who had been simply staring at the doctor, looked to the guards. "Leave us." Whether they wanted to or not, the guards would walk out. Ray approached the doctor's desk, whispering quietly. "I know you think you're saving the galaxy or whatever, but I assure you you're destroying an entire species." His face began to warp and writhe, as his form changed.
Andreas looked at Ray in horror. "W-What are you?"
The would-be raccoon transformed into some kind of giant tick, bio-mechanical antennae sticking out of the top of its back. "One of many, Doctor Andreas," hissed the monster as it's razor-sharp leg slipped into Andreas's throat, "one of many."
The guards outside would hear a thump, like a sack of potatoes hitting the ground, then the quiet click-clicking of keys on a keyboard.
-
Earth, Cairo
Michen looked at the leopard as she walked away, then went back in thoughts. They just decided they needed to get some rest somewhere calm, when they heard someone talk to them. They looked at the soldier, not knowing how to react in their confusion. They were even so overwhelmed by their emotions it took effort to say something back. "I'll be fine," they mumbled after a while. Michen knew they would be in the end, but right now they didn't even look a little like that.
(Don't forget me...)
-
*** Cairo, Earth ***
(Sorry, Cary!)
One of the UNSC personnel walked over and gently tugged Michen's arm. "Come on - let's get you to a hotel or something," she said. "The last thing you want right now is to be labeled a vagrant by the Cairo Police."
*** UNSC Research base ***
One of the Marines outside radioed for backup, and the other came in with his MA5D raised, leveled at the creature. "Freeze!" he commanded. "Hands off the keyboard!"
*** Slipspace to Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
The Shipmaster's mouth twisted into what passed as a razor-toothed smile among the Sangheili. "Good to know," he chuckled.
Huki turned around and whispered into Garrus' ear, "Even if your Great Leader would rather die fighting, Shipmaster 'Mantakar would be smiling like that - he's known among us for being a warmonger - fortunately for this operation, that's what we need; he's also a brilliant tactician."
*** Unspecified Location on Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Now, now - no need to get hostile," the other Merc said. "We can do this easy, or painfully."
The dragon nearby showed no response, but if one was perceptive, they'd see a hand drifting toward his assault rifle.
*** Krystal's mansion, New Cerinia ***
"Then let's get moving," Markus stated. "Tokarev to the Iron Regent... energize." In a flash of light, Markus and Krystal would be beamed directly to the bridge of the Coalition Flagship, the UACS Iron Regent.
-
*UNSC Research Base*
On the floor laid not Andreas, but the form of Ray. Andreas peered around the computer, and spoke without removing his paws from the keys. "Don't worry. He was a spy, I think. He's dead now, though." If any of the guards were Force-sensitive or cybernetically enhanced, they would see a shimmer off of Andreas and the corpse before them.
*Slipspace To Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Garrus nodded. "I've seen that look before. Verita Gra'am, one of my buddies in the Uprising had the same look. Only happy when there's something to shoot."
-
** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit **
Blaine and Kozik followed, trading gear for their selective objectives.
As they passed a few female Marines, Blaine flirted with them in passing and threw up a finger gun, making a clicking noise.
Turning back to Kozik, the wolf's face was anything but impressed. "You're a freaking idiot, dude." He said, stifling a chuckle.
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--- Unspecified Location on Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ---
" Tell you what, how about I say...." She paused eyes glowing brighter the merc she had spoken too before would suddenly get the odd feeling of being kicked hard in the groin. "No to both answers?" She asked glowing eyes turning to the other Merc "I think I'll just scramble your brains till their mush does that sound like an idea?" Alex asked glowing eyes glaring at the other merc.
--- Indari Manor ---
"I'm sorry what were we talking about?" Amie asked.
---- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ----
"Tell you what why don't you stay here in the armory for the night and get use to your new power core?" Tigress suggested.
-- Iron Regent.----
"Ugh I don't think I'll ever get use to that." Krystal grumbled as she stepped off the transporter pad."
"I could agree with you on that." A silver vixen said standing next to the transporter station.
--- Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ---
"they seemed pretty adament on destroying us at all cost before now." Lupe noted "What changed their mind?"
-
*** Outer Space near New Romulus ***
"Indeed," Commander T'tocs answered. "We have no reason to harm you - if we wanted you dead, you'd know it already. We both stand to gain from this, but time grows short. Any minute now, that damaged Tal Shiar ship will report this incident to their base, and they will relocate; it is unlikely we'll get another chance like this again; and I needn't remind you, once the Tal Shiar know who you are, they'll send their best at you. We are providing an opportunity to wipe your presence from their database. Are you with us?"
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerina ***
"Understood - Tokarev out," Markus responded to the Leviathans. He cut the channel and looked to Krystal. "It may be a trap, but a trap you know about is one you can use to your advantage; and I needn't remind you, the Iron Regent is equipped with those Marauder Drones. We can handle whatever a rogue Sith Lord can throw at us."
In the back yard, Saraabi made a suspicious, "Hnh..." as she stared at Crystal, before she asked, "If you're not mom, who the hell are you, and why do you look like her?"
*** Dragon'taan Bank ***
"Oh, no - not at all," the teller answered. "My friend's on Coruscant; she owes a couple million or so to a casino and she... well, she has trouble with this loan guy. I tried to tell her the man's a loan shark, but... well, she can be a bit naive sometimes."
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam thought out loud. "It's not wise to fund a gambling addict. Though, I'm willing to pay half her debt, on the condition that she doesn't get any more debt to that casino."
*Outer Space*
Anna's thoughts raced through her head as she considered the options, risks and possibilities. After no more than a minute she replied: "Lead the way."
*New Cerina*
The Leviathans, at loss of what to do next, knew that if Hor'kuu found out they snooped away without telling. Returning home would be a risk. But, they didn't have an other plan. They decided to head home and tell the truth- regardless of whatever punishment would await them.
-
~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen nodded and willingly let themselves be guided by the officer, quite simply being too tired and too overwhelmed to do anything else. The officer was holding their fore leg too high for them, causing them to fall back on all four paws again after a few moments. They always thought the world was more interesting as a feral, a bit like a 500 piece puzzle, but at times like these it also proved to be a bother.
-
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Gypsie was rapidly looking better as she gently hugged Kyle, dancing her tail over his body relative to the area of her tails. She slept peacefully, occasionally tightening her hug on him and letting out a happy sigh. The vibrant red bodypaint that was on her would pulse softly with light.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Rochell stopped once her helmet was thrown off, screaming as her legs were hit hard. She kneeled down just as the Righteous Knight beamed down from the heavens!
Malachai's transmission would be quickly diverted to the arena floor, himself wearing a menacing suit of armor (http://media.wizards.com/images/magic/daily/ur/ur254_aguagjutvn.jpg), wielding a burning sword, and standing there, looking at the two that were already there.
The crowd was silent when Malachai beamed into the stadium, but once they saw who it was, they started chanting, "Righteous Knight! Righteous Knight!", and the announcer said so as well, "HERE IS A SPECTACLE FOR YOU ALL! THE RIGHTEOUS KNIGHT, WITH HIS BLADE, IMBUED WITH THE DEVIL'S POWER, WILL STAND AGAINST THE VERMIN WHO SO RUDELY ENTERED OUR ARENA!"
Rochel's face was quickly filled with dread, her hand tugging on Keesha, "We have to run now, Keesha! My brother never had that armor before... and that sword... it's the real deal... trust me... we have to escape... leave him and set off a charge or some detonation to kill him!", her voice was filled with guilt and terror as she repeatedly tugged on Keesha's arm.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm ***
Raz eventually got bored, jumping down from Anna's arms and traveling deeper into the cave, tail happily swaying, until he saw a demented reflection of himself off a quartz pillar jutting out of the ground. Caught off guard, Raz accidentally shot his first laserbeam from his soulstone, it shooting into the quartz and then shooting back out, exiting quickly out of the cave and just missing the group Raz had wandered away from.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
Seeing as the two were busy, Fawn made a quick sandwich and left the manor, bound for the armory to pick up his suit. Currently he wore a tight-fitting bodysuit that didn't leave much to the imagination.
---- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ----
Felicity sputtered some sparks for a moment, "Uhm.... yeah... I'll do some modifications myself to strengthen the shell of the core in that time...", she looked around the room, "Considering you own this place, can I assume you live in a separate room here for long nights?"
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
"They seem to be losing their ground! Probably got spooked by that newcomer!" Responded the ram to his comrades, while blasting away more of the vile serpent warriors with his plasma rifle. As if knowing their defeat was imminent; one of the creatures amidst the carnage began screaming loudly into the air, which to the surprise of the ram, didnt sent the serpents fleeing away from their certain doom, but to only send the snake creatures into a kind of a blood frenzy and charge at their foes with ever more ferocious fervor.
"Oh, you gotta be kidding me..." Muttered the ram to himself and shook his head in disbelief at the snake warriors futile attempt on charging them, before bringing his humming energy weapon to bear once more and unleashing a torrent of death at the foes.
-
*** UNSC Research Base ***
As it happened, the UNSC guard in the room had a cybernetic eye, and caught the shimmer. He flipped off the safety and demanded, "Hands. Off. The keyboard. I will not tell you again!"
*** Sangheili RCS Armored Cruiser Undying Will, approaching Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
"Can you point us to your friends outside the city?" Huki asked.
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit ***
Draco lead his team down to the hangar, where they would board separate shuttles that would ferry them to the target locations. "We'll be using an encrypted channel for this op; stay in contact, alert me to anything you spot. Overwatch, you'll be our eye in the sky. I'm sending an image of who we're looking for." Shortly after this, an image of Lana Beniko (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/f/f3/Lana.png/revision/latest?cb=20161227094421) would appear on whatever the marine was using for a datapad.
*** UACS Iron Regent, New Cerinia Orbit ***
"Come on - let's not keep our friend waiting. Sith or not, I want to find out what Torrentus wants with us that they had to send a courier to deliver a meeting request," Markus stated officiously, fixing his uniform as he walked for the bridge.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake downed a bite of his meal. "You were talking about being able to keep your red fox fo--" he was cut off abruptly by the sound of Jason wailing. "The wild one calls," he chuckled, getting up to tend to his son.
*** Unspecified Location on Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The merc Alex wasn't facing would suddenly grab her from behind, but would just as suddenly and drop to the floor as something impacted the back of his head. The dragon would now be looming over Alex, his assault rifle in his hands, his stance suggesting he had hit the merc over the head with the stock of his weapon. In a blur, he pointed the weapon at the other merc, now crying in pain holding his groin.
"Next time a lady says no, f*** off," the dragon growled.
*** Dragon'taan Bank ***
"Oh, you think--no, no, it's not an addiction, it was a one-time thing she was talked into. I already had words with her about that. She just needs a fresh start, the debt paid off, so she can move here," the teller explained.
*** Outer Space near New Romulus ***
The transmission cut out, and Anna's ship would receive sets of coordinates before the cruiser turned and headed out-system. Attached to the coordinates was a short message: "Meet the attack force at these coordinates, then head to the base here. Destroy what you deem necessary, but leave the command post more or less undamaged until we get what we're after and get clear. When we are, we'll send a signal and you can blast the command post to bits."
*** Cairo, Earth ***
"The hell...?" the marine mumbled on Michen going Feral. "Uh... sir?" she asked, clearly confused.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Kyle decided to be playful and gently tickle Gypsie with a mischievous smile.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha broke free of Rochell's grasp, then projected a Force Bubble around her to shield her from what she would do. The ground shook. The floor cracked. Keesha roared as a dragon as she began to glow with a blood-red aura that seemed to dance like flames around her body. In an instant, she then appeared just as massive as Malachai was, and held her lightsabers - enlarged as well - at the ready, and her mind began forming a kinetic ball before her that seemed to pulsate and grow as it gathered energy.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm ***
Anna cursed in her native tongue as she ran after Raz.
*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
(We gonna get moving with heading for the expedition base?)
Andru and Inorra, along with the holographic troops, all fought with renewed vigor as the enemy's numbers dwindled. Andru, especially, was slicing and dicing the enemy, often hacking off limbs and heads.
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--- UACS Iron Regent, New Cerinia Orbit ---
"Already ahead of you." Krystal replied already a few feet ahead of the black white striped tiger.
-New Cerinia Krystal's mansion-
Another blue vixen rang the doorebell at the front door her blue eyes blinking as she though deeply about what she was doing.
--- Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ---
"Fire Fox!" Amie pointed out.
--- Unspecified Location on Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ---
the weapon on Alex's back powred down as she turned to face the dragon "Thanks that saves me some ammo." THe blue Folf thanked the dragon "What brings you here?" She asked as she cuffed both the mercs that tried to attack her.
-Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan -
"I usually work late." the large tiger added "But yeah I have a bed here, why?"
--- Unburnt plains, Dragon realm---
Spyra seemed unphased by the laser ,while Cynder on the other hand who had grown 'touchy' in the recent events ducked down out of fear.
*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
The Timberwolf battlemech' machine guns spun up again as it focused down the returning snakes alone with the protomechs and the baron, who grabbed one snake and tore it apart, tossing the remains into another snake being.
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*~Undying Will~, Mongdrigo approach*
Garrus nodded, and moved to the topographic map of Mongdrigo. He moved his paw towards one of the taller tiberium spires as he spoke. "One kilometer east of this spire, just outside of the Still Plains. I remember seeing hijacked loyalist construction vessels landing here." He looked back at the spire a moment. "Come in from the west, towards the spire. We don't call 'em the Still Plains for nothing."
**UNSC Research Base**
The doctor shimmered a bit, before transforming back into the tick-monster. "You see through our disguise..." It backed away from the keyboard, slowly.
The corpse on the floor shimmered, and returned to the form of Andreas.
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit **
"Roger dodger, Admiral. We'll get her out, safe and sound." Blaine replied, "pinning" the image to Kozik's HUD.
They boarded their respective shuttles and readied themselves.
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(Romulan, Michen is always feral.)
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam mentioned: "If that's the case I'll pay half- regardless of its amount. Just by means of a boost. Though, I want you to tell her she should not take it for granted I'm always helping her out."
*Outer Space*
Anna instantly put the coordinates in the autopilot and Faith shot through space.
*Outer Space*
Though, while the Leviathans were on their way, they decided it might be better to inform Torrentus about the situation and changed course.
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*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Gypsie first started with a wispy giggle before bursting out into laughter and trying to get Kyle back by toppling him and getting on top of him, but she had yet to do this.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
The crowd went silent as Keesha grew larger, but Malachai simply laughed, "You trickery woan't scare me! And you'll quickly find those blade of yours do nothing to my armor!", he stood there, hands on hips before banging his chest, "Go on! Try and hit me...".
Rochell was shaking in the spot she sat, forgetting all about what she was going to do, but she did get up and climb onto Keesha's back, aimed to act like a coach, "LIsten, the cargo that came in, it's not from our galaxy... Don't take his cockyness for stupidity, he is very fast.
Malachai looked at Rochell and gave a dismissive wave, "Get out of here, sister... I don't want to hurt you.", Rochell snapped her head back to Malachai, "Oh yeah? You're the one who cut my arm off for your own gain! You're the one I don't want to hurt... so she'll do it for me!", he gave a loud laugh and the crowd joined in, "What? Selling yourself for a body guard now? tch tch tch... For shame, Rochell..."
Rochell jumped down and pulled a powercell out of her pocket and jammed it into a divit in her mechanical arm, and it burst to life, "For shame?", she sent a massive laser at Malachai's chest plate, making him bend down before lunging at ROchell's arm, severing it at the securing coupling.
Rochell went flying nonetheless, but there was now a dark dent in Malachai's armor chestplate. He turned back to Keesha and readied his weapon.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm ***
Raz came running back to Anna leaping up and hitting her chest hard. Raz had scared himself with a silhouetted reflection of himself, and was shaking in Anna's arms.
-Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan -
Felicity looked down, "Sleeping within data isn't really comfortable... for me anyway... and I quite like the feeling of affection... and an actual bed..."
OUtside in the foyer, Fawn walked in and called out to the silent armory, "Hellooooo~? I'm here to pick up a medical combat suit.", Fawn was still wearing his black suit that, again, didn't leave much to the imagination
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--- Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit---
Dawn entered his ship and took his place in the cockpit and sent a message over the coms "Dawn-12 ready for take-off, standing by".
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(Romulan, Michen is always feral.)
(Sorry, did not know that.)
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The officer led Michen to a nearby hotel, and her companion waited next to Michen while she spoke with the receptionist.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser Undying Will, Gorbis Mongdrigo Orbit ***
Huki spoke with the Shipmaster with this suggestion, who nodded, agreeing in his native tongue and routing it to the fleet.
"Dropping out of Slipspace... stand by..." announced the helmsman.
Seconds later, the massive Sangheili Task Force arrived. No hostile message was sent. No threats were issued. The entire fleet went shields-up and weapons-hot the second they appeared.
*** UNSC Research Base, Reach ***
Several more marines came into the room, visibly shocked at the tick-creature, but nonetheless keeping weapons leveled at it. "Just what the hell are you?" one of them asked.
*** Outer Space ***
As promised, the coordinates would take Anna and her ship to an uninhabited region of space, where multiple Klingon ships were stationed. The lead vessel - a Negh'Tev-class Assault Battlecruiser (https://sto.gamepedia.com/media/sto.gamepedia.com/0/03/Negh%27tev_Heavy_Battlecruiser.PNG?version=720a271608bde374ead14a11fd7fc9fe) - sent out a hailing signal: "I assume you are the commander we have been waiting on. We are at your command."
*** Coruscant ***
The shuttles would lift off, and ferry the varied operatives to their respective posts.
However in the Old Galactic Market sector, a young, blonde-haired, yellow-eyed woman wearing casual attire wandered about the area, intent on finding the source of a disturbance she felt in the Force. Clipped to her belt, but loosely hidden among the fabrics, was a single lightsaber.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm ***
Anna rocked the little dragon, shushing him like a mother would. She looked to Cynder and Spyra. "You were saying...?"
*** UACS Iron Regent, New Cerinia Orbit ***
Markus marched onto the bridge with his wife, and the crew there snapped to attention as they arrived. Markus tossed the Helmsman a data device and commanded, "Helm, set course for those coordinates, engage at maximum Translight speed; Comms, get a line to Gordon and his folks - have them watch Celina and Saraabi while we're away." The crewmen nodded and voiced their acknowledgements, setting to work as Markus settled into his chair.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake didn't answer verbally as he tended to his infant son, who gradually stopped crying as he was fed, changed, and rocked back to sleep.
*** Dragon'taan Bank ***
"Oh, I'll make that abundantly clear," the teller assured Fayam.
*** Unspecified Location on Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I was told to meet a contact here - a hybrid person. I would be helping them, and in exchange, they would be helping me with my assignment," the Dragon responded. "I don't know much more about my contact other than her name was Alessia."
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Kyle Vasily continued to toy and play with Gypsie, but would eventually stop when she would get on top of him. He was silent, smile slowly fading, and his face gaining a look of subtle longing as his eyes shifted to a soft blue. He would put a hand on Gypsie's cheek, gently stroking it with his thumb.
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*Mongdrigo Local Space*
The lunar colony sent a message to the fleet, unaware of what was happening.
"You guys some kinda trade convoy? It's been a minute since we seen one'a you. Welcome to Mongdrigo.
Orbital guns, ancient and weak, attempted to fire at the fleet from the planet's surface, but every single shell either burned up in the atmosphere, or fell back planetside.
*RCS Undying Will, Command Deck*
Garrus sighed as he watched the guns fail to even threaten the fleet. He looked around at the crew and the other ships, and sighed sadly. "It's going to be a blood bath."
*UNSC Research Base*
The creature spoke, though nothing moved. "We are one of many. We lay dormant, hidden. Tiberium must grow." It began to back away, slowly. Each move fluid, yet precise.
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
After several moments of literally frantic carnage, Polaris and his squad mates stood amidst the dead and fallen serpent foes that littered the ground around them by great numbers. Leaning against a giant rock to catch his breath, the ram let out a sigh of relief and lowering his plasma rifle standing next to him against the rock. In his mind, it was a miracle that he, along with his mates were even still alive after facing such a numerous army of enemies that could have easily overrun them, if it wasn't for Lupe's mechs, reinforcements, or the Andru's and Inorra's indestructible holographic soldiers.
"Holy damn... This crash landing escalated way too quickly for my liking, guys. Just after minutes of arriving to Akavir, we get shot down and overwhelmed by these weird snake freaks that managed to nearly swarm us over! Speaking of which... What are these serpents anyhow?" Spoked the ram to his team through the comms with a slightly uneasy tone, before looking down at one of the fallen snake warrior and nudging it a bit with his foot.
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Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site
a part of the cockpit window of the NOVA Cat Omnimech opened and a rope ladder was thrown out of the open cockpit as a mediumly armored Gray Wolf climbed down the ladder her boot making a slightly squishy noise as she set foot on the ground or rather a dead snake warriors "That was a little more hairy than i would have liked." Lupe said pikcing up her foot in a sort of disgusted tone.
--- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ---
Tigress showed the way for Felicity to a room.
the doors though closed were not locked, the reason no one came out is because they expected Fawn to come inside.
--- UACS Iron Regent, New Cerinia Orbit ---
"Cancel the order to call Gordon!" Krystal spoke out "Markus, My clone can watch those two besides I feel someone else will be there to help."
--- New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ---
THe blue Vixne at the front door let out a sigh an knocked on the door again.
Crystal looked over the two "So umm what does your mother usually do?" the cloned vixen asked.
Unspecified Location on Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ---
"Well you found me, thanks again for dealing with these thugs." Alex said, putting handcuffs on the two that tried to assault her. "Call me Alex."
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*Dragon'taan*
"Good," Fayam muttered. "Now let's see where I can leave the rest. You got any projects running?"
*Outer Space*
Anna nodded and answered: "That's right. I'm Anna Steen, Gaian, captain of Faith, and, for now, your commander. We're about to attack a Tal Shiar base, so I expect we'll encounter serious resistance. Because of this, we'll need priorities. I suggest the following:
1: Anything that can attack us.
2: Communication centers.
3: Anything that can create weapons and units.
4: The main command points.
5: Anything not previously mentioned.
Should reinforcements arrive, it depends on their strength what we'll do. That's my plan. Understood?"
*Outer Space*
The Leviathans entered the "Sith" Tal Shiar area before the Torakevs did and sent out a signal in that direction simply stating: "Message sent- expect Torakev- signed Leviathans". After that, they went home.
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm ***
Raz held onto her, his soulstone still singeing from discharging a laser.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Gypsie breathed heavily for a few moments as she calmed herself down, pressing her head into his hand and letting out a soft purr and then fall down on him, purring quite louder as she disrobed herself and Kyle, throwing one article of clothing at a wall panel, locking the door from their side and restricting view into the room from any way.
--- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ---
Felicity walked behind Tigress, seeing the bed there and zipping by her and flopping onto the bed, "So soft~"
Fawn walked inside the building and looked around, poking at automated displays.
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*** Mongdrigo Local Space ***
The OAS Assault Carrier sent a message to the ship that sent the welcome: "Civilian craft, this is Fleet Master Voro 'Mantakar; get to safe distance. We are here to exact justice on the Great Leader who threatened us and--"
It was completely unexpected when a second fleet dropped out of Hyperspace, consisting of the triangular husks of familiar Imperator-I and -II Star Destroyers, Harrower-II and -III Star Destroyers, and many other Imperial Designs from the Galactic Civil War before the formation of the Imperial Alliance. However, every ship was emblazoned with a familiar symbol (https://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/sw-desolation/images/0/0b/Logo-sith-empire.png/revision/latest?cb=20131126163515).
Huki looked to Garrus in shock. "You never mentioned Great Leader had Sith supporters!"
*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash Site ***
"I don't know, and I don't care," Andru said shakily. "Let's get going before they do that again; unidentified combatant, ID yourself or don't, you're still welcome to tag along."
The squad reformed on Andru and Inorra's lead, and they headed for what looked to be a base in the distance.
*** UACS Iron Regent, New Cerinia Orbit ***
Markus shrugged. "I was unaware she was there in the first place. Heard Panther asked her out, and I thought... meh, never mind..."
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
Saraabi was about to answer when she heard the knock on the door. She sighed, "Ugh, people all day today..." she went to answer the door, and frowned. "Hel-lo, can I... help you, with something?"
*** Unspecified Location on Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Right," the Dragon said. "I'm Roc, by the way. We should get going, before their friends come looking for them." He slapped a tip for the bartender on the counter and started for the door."
*** Dragon'taan Bank, Dragon'taan ***
"I don't," the teller answered. "There are a few projects running around Draco City, but if you really want to help, you should try the outlying settlements. The Mining town of Argus, especially."
*** Outer Space ***
"Understood; we jump on your command, ma'am," the Battlecruiser's captain responded.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Kyle chuckled softly, running his hands along Gypsie's body with a smile on his face. He didn't need to speak - Gypsie likely already knew what he was saying.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
In an instant, Keesha became a violet blur, dancing all around Malachai while her blades made precision strikes at the joints that held Malachai's armor together. When she was done, she again stood between him and Rochell, and waited for the desired effect - if she had done it right, the joints holding Malachai's armor together would be severed, and the armor would simply fall off.
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**Mongdrigo Local Space**
Garrus stared out at the opposing fleet. "I didn't, either."
The lunar colony sent another message.
~Another fleet? Huh, busy day. Welcome to Mongdrigo.~
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen sat down on the floor of the hotel, waiting until the officer was done talking with the reception. They looked around, trying to take up the environment they were in at least a little bit. Even the inside of the hotel had changed a lot from what they expected, but for some reason not as much as they actually expected. They decided to look around tomorrow, since there would probably be a lot to explore.
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*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Gypsie made almost feral noises as her hands danced around Kyle's body. The lights dimmed in the room as the two were left to their own.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Rochell lay on the ground, her mechanical arm now a stump, sparking. As the battle raged on near her she mumbled, "Without my arm... I'm useless... useless...". The cut had gone far enough so that her veins that looped back had been cut, thus gushing blood onto the crimson sand that was on the arena floor.
Malachai flinched with each hit until he kneeled down, his armor falling off to reveal torn synthetic skin, "I've changed long ago, Rochell... and if I'm gonna lose, then I'm taking you both with me!", his rock abs began glowing a orange hue as steam bellowed from the sides of his mouth.
With observation to the bleachers, it would be shown that the audience had evacuated, but all entrances now were sealed.
Malachai's reflexes became much more quicker the longer he overclocked. His goal was to give Keesha a big 'ol hug and then detonate, vaporizing the arena floor and half of the bleachers.
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*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha, well-versed in the Light and Dark sides of the Force, delved into it, keeping the barrier around Rochell while the Force increased her speed, and she dashed for the other side of the Arena, lashing at Malachai with Emerald Lightning as she went.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The marine finished talking with the receptionist, approached Michen, and motioned her head for Michen to follow.
*** Mongdrigo Local Space ***
The Sith Fleet suddenly turned to Gorbis Mongdrigo, and assault shuttles could be detected heading for the surface. Huki frowned, but it was another crewman that put his thoughts to words: "Those Sith are invading!"
"We have to get to the Resistance Forces," the Shipmaster said. "All ships, make for the RV point!" he turned to Garrus. "If you can contact your allies to tell them we're coming to assist them, now would be the time." he indicated a vacant Comm console.
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*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Over the years, Malachai had been forced to augmented with energy dispersing and absorption mechanics. So although he was getting hurt, most of his synthetic skin burning off, he was gaining more and more power to burn with the lighting shot at him. His senses were heightened, but his feet had become slower.
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*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha continued to zip around Malachai, using various force powers to strike at him, trying to lead him to the other end of the arena.
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*Mongdrigo Local Space*
Messages were already coming in from the resistance group.
'We see the drop ships. You're a few miles east of us. That'll put you in anti-air range.'
Garrus ran to the console, but the last message received sank his hear.
'I'm gonna head out with flares to mark the LZ. Maybe we gave the wrong co-ords.'
The old raccoon hammered back an answer, hoping it would get noticed.
'No no no! That's not us! Someone else is making moves!'
He turned to Huki, eyes wide. "We need to get down there now! The operator left with signalers to mark the landing zone!"
*Mongdrigo Surface*
As the Sith assault vessels entered the atmosphere, Gorbis' rail batteries opened fire. Though inaccurate, the sheer volume of fire would dissuade landing too close.
About 15 miles from the city, four flares burst to life, indicating a safer landing zone. The IR/Phosphorus flares could easily be seen against the green tiberium.
*UNSC Research Lab*
Something resembling a laugh escaped the creature. "You seek answers. Listen closely, and we shall tell."
As the creature spoke, each marine in the room would feel something tickling their consciousness. It could be likened to when one forgets the name of someone else, but it's on the tip of one's tongue. Except instead of a name, it would be the past ten minutes.
The creature's antennae vibrated slightly.
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash site ***
"Righto. Lead the way, Andru!" Responded the ram acknowledgingly, before gathering himself and joining his fellow squaddies to head towards the expedition base that should be right close by in the region. While waiting for everyone to gather around to begin their walk and holding his plasma rifle ready in his hands, he couldn't help but to look at the newly arrived behemoth of a warrior walking next to him, while also gazing on the size of the gun the unifentified warrior carried with ease. "Damn... Now that's... A gun... Must weight a ton..." The ram spoke out in an impressed tone.
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*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Malachai stepped back with each blow until he yelled, "That is enough!", on one of Keesha's attacks, he'd dodge it and grab her leg after a fast leap, "Little girl, I am augmented. I am powerful. I AM A GOD!... and you shall die!", his hand would constrict her leg until a crack could be heard.
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((Do you think they may be able to fit into your scene?))
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--- Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash site ---
Lupe climbed back into her Omnimech and followed the group.
"It's lighter than you think." Sheila the large warrior said in responce to Polaris' comment
-- New Cerinia Krystal's mansion ---
"I'm looking for my mother a Krystal Indari." the Blue eyed blue furred vixen noted.
-Unburnt plains, Dragon realm, cave-
"Spyro was captured by some odd monkey like creatures, but the thing is he beat Malafor, Some new evil is controlling them." Spyra noted.
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash site ***
Andru and Inorra took point, heading for the expedition base in the distance. While en route, they both checked weapons. Inorra bumped Andru, saying something to him, which earned her a passionate kiss from him. He whispered something to her after, and she slowed pace to walk beside Polaris. "How're you holding up?" she asked him.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm, cave ***
"Any idea what that might be?" Anna asked irritatedly, still trying to calm Raz down. "First rule of engagement: Know your enemy."
*** New Cerinia Krystal's mansion ***
Saraabi frowned. "You're... her daughter?" She sighed, muttering, "How many kids does she have..." before moving aside to allow the vixen in. "Well, I suppose that makes us sisters; I'm also her daughter, Saraabi. And you just missed her; she left with dad not ten minutes ago for some meeting elsewhere."
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
The fleet was already launching drop ships, and the shipmaster looked to Huki. "Take your friends and head down to that LZ; we'll keep these party-crashers busy up here!" Huki saluted, then urgently motioned Garrus and 213 to follow him down to the hangar to board a drop ship headed planetside.
On the surface, the anti-air fire did not dissuade the Sith forces; in fact, it emboldened them. Mk IV Supremacy-class Interceptors went after the guns, firing laser cannons to try and destroy them, all while using incredible speeds to avoid their fire.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha scoffed. "I have faced enemies far more terrifying than you; you rely so heavily on your augmentations and technologies, that you underestimate the power of the Force. You are no god - I have seen gods, among both Sith and Jedi. You don't come close to them; what you are... is an abomination!"
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo*
The rail batteries detonated a spectacular electric blue. The crewmen had been swift enough to avoid death, but now defenseless they retreated from the wall.
The orbital gun crews had abandoned their posts, but dug in around the emplacements.
Great Leader was literally frothing at the mouth, as his defense force began fortifying his tower. The main army deployed Mongoose light power suits, Buckmaster medium walkers, and Den Mother command heavy mechs.
The Mongoose suits carried dual 20mm chainguns, smoke pots, and a single use rocket.
The Buckmasters were armed with 12.7mm machine guns and light rail guns.
Denmothers were unarmed, instead carrying radio equipment.
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm, cave ***
Raz started to feel a bit hot, beginning to have a minor relapse into the illness he had a few days ago. Fawn had warned that there was a chance that he would, but it could be treated just like a normal fever. It isn't contagious, and that Raz would be fine with a good rest.
As his body temperature rose, Raz gave winded whines, his actions and movements very light and gentle. As he got more and more uncomfortable, he rubbed his head against Anna while whining softly.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Malachai twitched his hand and flung her up, gripping her leg until there was a cracking noise. Malachai used his other hand and grabbed her neck, "You. INSOLENT LITTLE BRAT! I will teach you mahnners!", a wicked smile formed across his torn face as his grip got tighter on her neck.
Rochell heard these noises clearly with her other augment that sat in her ears. She had been crying sorry repeatedly, but in a rush of adrenaline as she neared going into shock, she got up, grabbed her severed mechanical arm, ran over to Malachai as blood dripped behind her, and slapped him across the face with her severed arm. This was enough to make Malachai loosen and let go of Keesha, quickly grabbing her the same way he had to Keesha, "Stupid girl... really? you're near death and you decide to try and save this broken whelp!?", Rochell began to smile as she began to slip, "no... not save... but distract...", Rochell dropped her artificial arm to Keesha, a powerful disruption pistol hidden in the arm, it inscribed with 'I'm sorry brother.'.
The pistol was meant to hold Malachai and lock his joints.
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm, cave ***
"No, but I do have some good news." Spyra said shooting a purple bolt of energy towards the cave wall.
-- Planet Nirn, Akavir, Crash site --
The mechs protomechs and large warrior moved with the rest of the team. "How long till we get to our location" Sheila the large warrior asked.
*** New Cerinia Krystal's mansion ***
Kari walked inside "Mccloud?" Kari asked stepping inside.
=-- Tigress armory, Dragon'taan ---=
Amps showed Felicity the way to a room. "You want you own or with me?" the yellow furred vixen asked.
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm, cave ***
Anna jumped a little, shielding Raz. "Careful! You trying to freak out the little one?!"
*** New Cerinia Krystal's mansion ***
Saraabi raised an eyebrow. "McCloud? Huh?" she asked, clearly confused.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha Force-pulled the pistol into her hand and pointed it at Malachai. "Dasvidaniya, mudak," she muttered as she fired at Malachai.
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
As the Sith forces engaged the Great Leader's forces in the streets, with drop ships landing ever more amounts of Sith troops one ship after the other, the Sangheili drop ships landed at the resistance fighters' camp. The drop ship ferrying Huki, Garrus and 213 with Huki's command staff was the first to land, lowering the boarding ramp. Huki stepped off, hoping Garrus would do the talking for the initial introductions.
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Earth, Cairo
Michen nodded and followed the officer. Whilst walking to the right hotel room, Michen couldn't help but wonder what that would be like.
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---Coruscant, Market sector---
Dawns ship would enter low orbit and send a request to land to the local airspace authority. While that was happening the ship and the Ghost were scanning for the ship.
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-Iron Regent, bridge-
"Any idea how long this is gonna take?" Krystal asked "I had plans with Saraabi and Celina." The blue vixen added.
*** New Cerinia Krystal's mansion ***
"Yes Fox McCLoud is our father right?" Kari asked, equally confused.
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*Mongdrigo Surface, the Glass Forest*
The message operator approached, all smiles. "Garrus! You friends are giving the loyalists a good seeing to!"
Garrus sighed. "That's not my friends. I don't know who they are exactly."
"But they're helping us," the operator interjected, "so they've gotta be on our side."
As they dismounted, the rebels handed out specialized masks to stop 'glass-lung', a tiberium-based infection of the lungs.
*Mongdrigo Surface, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
The loyalists, barely trained and poorly equipped, held their ground as best they could. They formed barricades with whatever was close enough. Their armor, though it provided ease of movement, did very little to stop the Sith blaster bolts. The rifles they carried had a very difficult time penetrating Sith body armor, barely scratching the plating.
However, the militant loyalists were not alone. From the tower strode twenty armored raccoons carrying large caster weapons. On their backs, acidic and luminous liquid tiberium bubbled away in their transparent containers. As they reached the front, toxic streams of tiberium lept over the loyalists, killing a few, and splashed against the Sith footmen. Caustic tiberium ate away at their armor rather quickly, leaving the afflicted troopers little more than gooey green piles, tiny crystals growing on the less-melted.
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam asked: "What's to do there?"
*Outer Space*
Anna answered: "Good! Move out!"
*Outer Space*
The Leviathans hit home and went for a landing. Hor'kuu got his battleship done in the meantime, but hadn't launched it yet.
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, En route to the expedition base ***
"Aah, I see!" Responded the ram astonished at the large warrior's response, before turning to Andru and nodding, while holding up his plasma rifle against his shoulder, while walking besides the human towards their intended destination. "I'm all good, thanks! Just a bit shaking from that near death experience from earlier. Thanks for saving my life earlier by the way. I owe you one." Replied the ram in a thankful tone. "Also, yeah how far would the expedition base be from here? I have a bad feeling that whatever those creatures from earlier were, have probably taken residence there as well..." Polaris spoke with a hint of concern in his tone.
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=-- Tigress armory, Dragon'taan ---=
"With you... if you don't mind...", she said shyly.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm, cave ***
Raz hadn't noticed the beam as he continued to whine, suffering from an uncomfortable fever.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
The bolt went through Malachai's chin and head and his grasp faultered completely, letting go and thudding to the ground, Rochell got up and coughed a bit before getting up, her hand and body cold as she grabbed Keesha and urged her to get up. Rochell's strength was quickly fading as her whole body began to shake.
Malachai began to emit a blistering heat as his core came deathly close to exploding.
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm, cave ***
Anna felt Raz's discomfort, and then noticed he had another fever.
Fortunately, she packed medical supplies for this, dispensing a pair of tablets and tried to feed them to Raz. "This'll help you feel better, sweetie," she said softly to the little one.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
Keesha got up quickly, using the Force to quickly mend her damaged leg, then grabbed for Rochell in an effort to heft her over her shoulder and use the Force to dash away to safe distance.
*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, En route to the expedition base ***
"If we're lucky, they'll have used up most of their manpower in that banzai charge," Andru said.
"Yeah, so don't jinx us!" Inorra growled half-humorously, half-seriously. She shot a playful, but still serious glance at her husband, then Polaris. "... Either of you!"
The hologram troops merely kept silent, focusing on the mission at hand.
*** Outer Space ***
The Klingon task force formed up around Anna's ship, and waited for her to jump, then they would follow.
*** Mongdrigo Surface, the Glass Forest ***
The Sangheili did not need the masks, as their armor already covered their faces. That, and there was no way the masks that were being handed out would fit a Sangheili's face.
Huki looked to the Operator. "Those forces attacking the Loyalists are Sith, and I do not know what they're here for. But I do admit, their attack is fortuitous; while they're busy with them, we can evacuate your people to a much more... stable, environment. Unless you are bent on liberating this place - though I cannot imagine why - in which case, we'll be happy to aid you." It was as Huki said this that a massive, heavily-retrofitted Scarab Assault Platform (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/halo/images/2/2a/Halo_2_Scarab_1.png/revision/latest?cb=20140828024046) was seen approaching them from behind Huki, the hull having been recently-refitted to operate in this new environment.
The Operator's comm equipment would beep with an incoming heavily-encrypted transmission, but no indication as to who was calling.
*** Mongdrigo Surface, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
The Sith continued to push their way deeper into the city. Strangely, as much as they tried to leave no survivors in their wake, they left civilians alone, and insisted on using retrofitted All-Terrain Scout Transports, Modded All-Terrain Personal Transports, and M1 Repulsor Tanks supported by T4B Tanks for vehicular support. It was as if they intended to capture the city intact.
*** UACS Iron Regent, bridge ***
"No idea, but don't worry - we'll be back in time for it," Markus assured Krystal. He issued an order to the Helmsman - "Helm, set course for the meeting coordinates, engage Transwarp Drive." - before asking Krystal, "What did you have planned for them, exactly?"
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
Saraabi's frown deepened. "N-no, my father is Markus Tokarev," she told Kari. "I can't say I know much about Fox - mom never talks about him, but from what I hear from dad, I can see why." She sighed, then said, "You'd best stick around - dad can explain it better than I."
*** Unspecified Location on the Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Roc stepped outside and asked Alex, "We taking your ship?"
*** Dragon'taan Bank, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"As I understand it, they need a financial backer for an expansion of their operations, and help with a supposed security issue - something about a clandestine bunch somewhere in the mine, but no one has ever found anything," the teller explained. She frowned, as though remembering something. "In fact, there was a contract the place put out for someone to remedy the issue. Bounty would be handled by the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps - 500k for resolving the issue, and 500k, maybe 650k additional if the interested party find out what exactly was going on. If you're interested, hit up the mercenary enclave on your way out; my husband, Jac, works there. Talk to him for further details, and tell him his wife sent you."
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The marine lead Michen to a room that looked very cozy. She opened the door and looked to Michen. "The management will see to your needs. Rest up, friend."
*** Coruscant, Market sector ***
The ship would not be difficult to spot, but it would be difficult to track - it kept relocating from one empty pad to another.
And still, that blonde-haired woman kept wandering the area.
Draco's shuttle landed in one of the empty pads, and Draco was the first one off. "Talk to me, team," he requested over the team's coded channel. "What are we looking at?"
(Anyone seen Blaine? He hasn't posted in a while.)
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---Coruscant, Market sector---
Shoon shot a message back as he was landing "I spotted a couple candidates for the ship on our way here. I've seen a ship on line A that just disappeared in front of my eyes".
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*Mongdrigo Surface, Rebel Camp*
The operator shrugged. "You'll have to talk to Kaio Morgan about that."
Garrus flinched at the name but said nothing.
Someone ran to the operator, dragging him back to the console.
As the operator left, Garrus spoke in hushed tones. "Kaio cannot be allowed to become the next Leader. Life will not improve here. In fact, things will get worse."
*Mongdrigo, Gorbis streets*
The Sith, as they pushed the loyalists closer to the tower, would find a few of the loyalists surrendering. The surrendering soldiers even offered their knowledge and weapons, as they realized the Sith were not looking to destroy the city.
However, the tiberium-laden troops were zealous, fighting even as they lay broken. Most of the mechs had been disabled, due to years of poor maintenance and pitiful defenses.
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, En route to the expedition base ***
The mechs and large warrior followed the group, ever vigilant, in case there was more waiting on the horizon.
--- UACS Iron Regent, bridge ---
"Why do you need to know?" Krystal asked
--- Unspecified Location on the Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ---
"What do you mean we?" Alex asked "Why do you need me anyway?" Alex asked, just curious why this dragon was following her.
--- Unburnt plains, Dragon realm, cave ---
Spyra's purple energy hit something on the wall and various symbols all connected began to glow with the purple energy a door opening to a secret base. though the base as empty and oddly advanced for the location, someone was in the base, but who.
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm, cave ***
Raz groaned as he pushed her hand, that has the pill, away from his mouth, refusing to take it, whining at her in protest. So much that he didn't notice the hidden door open.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
In a violent explosion, Malachai was obliterated by his nuclear power core. It had blown a hole in the wall, revealing a cargo corridor. The sounds of distant audience members roar through the air above, in celebration of the intense fight.
Rochell was getting worse and worse by the minute. Where her mechanical arm was, it had stopped bleeding heavily, but still constantly dripped. Her body was frigid as she struggled to keep her eyes open. "Can... Can I lie down?... I'm so... tired...", she asked Keesha
***Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan***
Felicity continued to follow to her where she'd sleep, still quite shy, to where she wouldn't give a clear answer of why she wanted to sleep with Amps.
Fawn still wandered out and around the armory store-front, waiting by a counter for his suit pick-up.
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((Sorry guys, been dealing with some life issues.))
** Coruscant, Market District **
"Got eyes on," Blaine replied, now in a plain UNSC uniform. Leaving his armor on the shuttle, he was blending into the crowd as he moved towards the blonde haired woman. "Should I continue stalking or make my move?" He asked.
Kozik was on overwatch, keeping eyes on the target as well.
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(It's alright, Blaine - Real Life must take precedence. None of us will hold it against you, least of all me.)
*** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant ***
"Follow and attempt contact - try and get her to me; I'll be approaching from the north," Draco advised.
At the same time as Kozik spotted the blonde-haired lady, his scope might register a pair of hooded, black-clad men approaching her from the opposite direction.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm, cave ***
"Take it, and like it, kiddo," Anna grumbled. "I am not having you in another fever." She tried to get the pill in his mouth, where it would immediately dissolve, and bring relief to the symptoms.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
"Hell no," Keesha said. "You go to sleep, you won't wake up, and there's much more for us to do yet!" She used the Force to attempt to stabilize Rochell's condition, and at the same time, get her adrenaline going to keep her awake.
*** Mongdrigo Surface, Rebel Camp ***
Huki leaned closer to Garrus. "Somehow, I don't think that's going to be a problem," he told him.
If the Operator answered the call, he would find himself staring at the face of Darth Malgus. "Rebel camp, this is Darth Malgus. Call off your Sangheili friends and evacuate your civilian personnel; I am calling a truce. I have no desire to fight any of you; the forces of your Great Leader are my only concern today. They have something I want - a Bastion, a base of operations. Advise your Sangheili friends I have no desire to war with them - and if I wanted to harm them, I would have let that Tiberium Missile impact their home world."
*** City Streets, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
The Sith troops took in what soldiers surrendered, and contrary to what would have been expected of Sith troops, they treated the prisoners as people, even though POWs. There were no harsh treatments, no lashing, beating, or any kind of random cruelty - the surrendering troops were escorted to a building where other POWs were being held and politely ordered to stay there until this conflict had subsided.
Those that did not surrender, that continued to fight to whatever bitter end, however, found that even though these Sith soldiers seemed "softer" than your typical Sith, their military prowess was no less efficient and devastating. They continued to advance through the streets, fighting door to door where necessary, clearing out buildings and raining lasers, rockets and grenades on the loyalist troops, being careful not to cause too much damage to the city itself.
*** UACS Iron Regent, bridge ***
"Maybe because I'm their father--" Markus stopped midsentence and shuddered, sensing a disturbance in the Force, one that felt of a warrior, once encased in the Dark Side, now walking another path.
The Iron Regent went to Transwarp as he sensed it.
*** Unspecified Location on the Outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I was instructed to aid you in some task - and in return, you would aid me," Roc said. "Your CO said you would need assistance on your assignment. Something about a corrupt politician...?"
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm, cave ***
Raz tried to keep his mouth closed, but was unable to, and the pill popped in. It tasted like iron-rubbed plastic as it dissolved in his mouth. When he swallowed the fuzz created, Raz hung his head over her arm, his mouth open and tongue hanging out, with an expression of betrayal and what was that. In retaliation, he poked Anna's chest with his horn as he grew drowsy.
*** Geidi IV, UT Battle Arena ***
"But th-", as her adrenaline went quicker, she felt the sharp pangs of pains and wailed loudly, "Ahhhhh! It Hurts!", her hand hanging over Keesha's back clutched her shirt tightly, causing a permanent crease.
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*** UT Battle Arena, Geidi IV ***
"If you can feel it, you're not dead," Keesha said. She handed Rochell a pair of black capsules. "Nanites. They'll repair your insides; I'll get you a new arm once we get home." She started for the hole in the wall, trying to take Rochell along with her.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon realm, cave ***
Anna gently kissed Raz's head, shushing and holding him close. It was then that she noticed the doorway. "Care to explain?" she asked Cynder and Spyra.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Vasily was jolted awake when Gemini came over the comm. "Captain, you awake?"
"This... better be good," Vasily grumbled.
"Sorry, sir, but sensors picked up an explosion down planetside; think we better get out of here before we get blamed for it," Gemini said.
Vasily sighed, then responded, "Very well - engage the cloaking device and move us away from orbit. Vasily out." he gestured to the comm panel, and switched off the comms. He wrapped his arms around Gypsie again and went back to sleep.
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant **
"Blaine, got contact ahead of the target. Some bad dudes heading for her," Kozik radioed in, keeping the hooded figures in his scope view.
"Roger that, going in." Blaine whispered into his neck-wrapped mic. He sped up his pace, pushing through the crowd.
Arriving next to the woman, he grasped her arm lightly to catch her attention. "You've got friends with bad intentions coming your way," He whispered, pointing to the figures. "Come with me if you want to live," Blaine added.
That line would've made Arnie proud, he thought to himself.
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*Mongdrigo Surface, Rebel Camp*
The operator's brow furrowed. Though the offer sounded good, it wasn't his call to make. So he instead forwarded the message to Kaio Morgan, the rebel leader.
In his lean-to, the biggest at the camp, Kaio cleaned his rifle. As the message from Malgus came through, the raccoon huffed through his nose, and set out to the forward positions. He stood much, much larger than the rest of his compatriots. Across his face, Kaio sported a glowing green scar, a sign of tiberium infestation via a cut. His eyes glowed slightly, a descriptor of one who's DNA bonded with the tiberium. Kaio approached Huki, dwarfing the Sangheili. He spoke like a savage, his voice loud and gravelly. "So. De'h odders say dey don't wann' fight no more. Say deys gon' git ridda Great Leader. Say dey want 'bashy-on'." He stared daggers at Huki, as he leaned closer. "Says dey ain't gon' fight wit' m'boys. But yer's he'd war wit'. I needs deh city not hurt."
Garrus whispered into what he assumed was Huki's ear. "Tiberium infested him long ago, he just got bigger. And dumber."
*City Streets, nearing Tower perimeter*
At this point, all the loyalists had turned coats. They began sabotaging their own defenses in an attempt to appease who they assumed would be the new ruler. Once the Sith troops reached within two-hundred meters of the tower, the loyalist troops had already fled. Only Great Leader's chosen soldiers remained, but their morale was dropping. If pressured any more, they would abandon their posts, leaving Great Leader with his personal retainers.
*The Tower, Great Leader's quarters*
The lard-bucket ruler had locked himself in his room, a rifle pointed directly at the door. In clear view of the windows, the door was flanked by two of the armor-clad Black Hand soldiers Great Leader put so much faith in. Cybernetically enhanced, tiberium infused, and nearly brain-dead, the Black Hand guard the top five floors of the tower. Without fear, or ideas of self-preservation, they relentlessly attack their foes until they're either dead or disabled.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Stepping inside with a yawn, the first thing they noticed was how soft the floor of the room was. They had actually never been inside a real hotel room before. Carefully they walked further in the room, trying to discover where everything was and touching things like they were made out of glass. Looking to the floor, they could just fall asleep like that if they wanted to. It was a strange feeling for the snow leopard. They felt so tired, yet it seemed like they slept for centuries. Maybe they did, being in 2570 and all. Then they remembered about the officer. They turned back to the door, looking at her chest. "Thank you," the snow leopard said. Their voice was quiet, but still clearly hearable.
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--- Unburnt plains ,Dragon Realm ---
"Some caves in the dragon realm have chambers in them that can only be opened by dragon energy, IF Raz knew how to access his or maybe you your own, it could have opened it, this particular chamber holds a hidden base." Spyra explained.
--- Iron Regent ---
"What is it?"Krystal asked noticing something about Markus change.
_-_ Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan _-_
Amps laid down in one of the beds in her room waiting for Felicity to come in before she dimmed the lights.
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--- Unburnt plains ,Dragon Realm ---
Raz looked over to Spyra, scoffing at her, as his subconscious dragon pride was challenged. Afterwards, Raz returned to hanging his head over Anna's shoulder, making a raspy, monotone, continuous grumble.
_-_ Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan _-_
Felicity walked in and, without thinking, jumped onto the same bed as Amps and landed on the girl with a soft landing, on account of her light weight being of plasma and nanobots. When she realized what she had done, Felicity smiled at Amps and booped her nose with her own, "Sorry about that... are you comfortable though?"
*** UT Battle Arena, Geidi IV ***
Rochell grabbed the pills and popped them both, and within moments she was beginning to heal, but for the time being, she couldn't walk yet, "Say... can these give me a new arm?"
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Gypsie stood up for a moment, just after Kyle went to wrap his hands around her and turned on the TV. Somebody had put it on full last time, so when the new alert channel came on, it blew Gypsie back onto the bed and onto Kyle, but in reality, she simply jumped back from the noise.
The news channel was talking about the UT planet side, showing the portraits of Keesha and Rochell. When Gypsie came to, she looked at the TV and poked it, "This is an odd window.... and isn't that person the Keyshe lady we saw on those ceiling windows back at that bar?"
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*** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant ***
The woman nodded, pulling her hood over her head. "I have a shuttle landed not far from here. I must speak... with an old colleague. The name Draco Bellator mean anything to you?" she asked as she followed Blaine.
*** Mongdrigo Surface, Rebel Camp ***
Huki wordlessly acknowledged Garrus, and spoke to Kaio. "If these Sith can be negotiated... perhaps we can get them to accept you as the rightful ruler of this place. Might I ask who is commanding the Sith Forces here?"
Speaking with the Operator, Malgus spoke. "I sense your Sangheili friends wish to speak with me. Please - fetch them. Bring them here so we may negotiate - both for who... rules... this citadel, and the fate of the Great Leader."
*** City Streets, Tower perimeter ***
The Sith gladly took advantage of the turncoats, offering them a chance to liberate their city from the oppressor, who was clearly not going to survive beyond nightfall.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
"You are quite welcome," the UNSC officer told Michen. He reached for a radio piece in his ear, then nodded, speaking something in a foreign language. "Listen, a buddy of mine from ONI wants to pay you a visit - something about a Temporal Anomaly his office picked up. Don't worry about him, though - he's actually quite friendly."
*** UACS Iron Regent, In-Transit to unspecified location ***
"There... has been a disturbance in the Force," Markus told Krystal. "Someone... from another time... has awakened. A dark warrior, now walking a... different path."
"Then this may explain it," Voro said from the console behind them. "According to current news, Sith Forces under the command of one Darth Malgus have been sighted invading a Tiberium-infested world called Gorbis Mongdrigo; apparently, they've called for a truce - and are trying to negotiate an alliance with - the Sangheili over that world. If the reports are to be believed, Malgus also sacrificed one of his own ships to save Sangheilios from a Tiberium Missile."
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
"If it's a safe haven where we can get more details about what the f*** is going on and properly plan our next move, I'm game," Anna said, keeping Raz in her arms as she was shushing and gently kissing him like a mother would. "Let's move."
*** UT Battle Arena, Geidi IV ***
"No, but they'll keep you from bleeding out until I can get you a new arm," Keesha responded. "We need to get out of here. Any ideas?" Keesha seemed unaware of anyone else in the cargo room.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
The sudden noise startled Vasily awake, and when he realized the source, he was about to go to the comm panel to tell Gemini off for another one of his odd pranks when he heard Gypsie speak. Looking at the screen, he affirmed, "Yeah, that's Keesha, alright... seems she won the Unreal Tournament..." he paused, reading a new line of text. "... and apparently, some folks aren't happy about it." He looked to his new girlfriend. "Whaddya think - should we go back there, get her off-world before someone puts her on ice?"
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant **
"He's the one who sent us," Blaine replied, shooting a glance behind himself at the rooftops.
Kozik waved back, shouldering his rifle and looking for a route to follow them.
"So, lead the way. I got your six," Blaine said, unsnapping the holster strap for his Magnum.
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---Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant---
Dawn was tracking the ship. Eventually, he got to it got a tracker out and put it on the ship "Now it's going nowhere" he said to the ghost.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
The snow leopard only heard half of what the officer said. They never heard of the ONI before, they wondered what it could be. They nodded to the officer. "Alright, thanks for letting me know." They lied down on the floor, still somehow trying to think of what happened. All they managed to figure out is that they traveled into the future somehow... The snow leopard closed their eyes. Being overwhelmed by their thoughts, their mind slowly drifted off into a light, uneasy sleep.
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-- Unburnt plains, dragon realm --
"I hope so." Spyra said as she walked deeper into the cavern, followed closely by Cynder.
--- UACS Iron Regent, bridge ---
"That's very odd for a Sith." Krystal noted. "Perhaps their no longer sith but grey jedi leaning a bit towards the dark side?" Krystal responded.
--- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ---
"I barley felt a thing but your bed is over there." Amps replied pointing to the bed on the other side of the room.
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*Rebel Camp, Mongdrigo Surface*
The operator nodded, and after hearing Kaio's unmistakable bellows, left to speak with him.
The operator reached Kaio's side in short order. He whispered quietly to the massive raccoon, who nodded for a few moments. Kaio then turned to again look at Huki. "Soun's like dey wanna ta'k whicha. Foller dis'n. He werks deh raddyo meshine." He nodded towards the operator, who quickly departed for his tent.
Garrus placed a paw on Huki's shoulder. "I've got a few things to do. Follow Crier Tren; maybe they're on our side?" He pointed to the operator, who had stopped to wait.
*Tower Interior, Lobby*
A few maintenance staff had worked on opening the doors, and would thank the Sith as they entered. "The oppression of the Ra'onni ends today. Stuff that monster, guys. Good luck, those Black Hand are ruthless. Beat poor TN-229 for spilling his water ration..."
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
Raz grumbled a bit as Anna stroked him, but it was directed at Spyra, saying softly enough that Anna might be able to hear, "Anything you guys can do, I can do better..."
*** UT Battle Arena, Geidi IV ***
Rochell spoke more clearly as the nanobots healed her wounds,"Unf... There's a cargo elevator in the far end of this room... there may be some security guards or sentry bots active currently due to the lockdown... from past experiences, they do have thermal sensors... Can I sleep yet... I'm still very tired....", her voice became more hushed as they neared the cargo bay. The soft clanking of metal feet could be heard in the distance.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Gypsie nodded dashing out the door towards the teleporters, having forgotten her top amongst the pile of Kyle's on the floor, although she didn't really need it, due to anything there being covered by fur.
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, En route to the expedition outpost ***
"Perhaps... Still, we should keep our guard up till we get there, least these foul serpent creatures ambush us yet again." Replied Polaris with a firm tone to Andru, while holding his plasma rifle against his should and walking besides the group.
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*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, En route to the expedition outpost ***
"Leeeeeet's hope so," Andru sighed. The group trekked toward the expedition base, and just shy of the beached, Andru gave a hand signal to halt, then take cover. He took cover behind a boulder, with Inorra right beside him.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
Anna, carrying Raz, followed them in. "So... what's next?"
*** UT Battle Arena, Geidi IV ***
Keesha set Rochell down in an open cargo crate, and whispered, "Stay here, don't make a sound; I'll go scout around." She then quietly crept about the cargo bay, making sure the area was secure.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Vasily got into uniform and marched onto the bridge. "Gemini, reverse course - take us back to Geidi IV. We're gonna help the Tournament Champions."
Gemini didn't hesitate. "Aye, sir!"
"Query: Am I going to need to blast someone?" Hector asked.
"Quite possibly, Hector," Vasily answered.
*** Rebel Camp, Mongdrigo Surface ***
Huki followed them to the radio, and was shocked to see the face of Darth Malgus. "I should imagine you're surprised to see me," Malgus told Huki.
"You could say that," Huki responded. "What did you want to speak to me about?"
"Calling a cease-fire between our forces, maybe a joint relief effort," Malgus responded. "I have no desire to war with your United Sangheili Republic. I will coordinate with you to bring relief to the oppressed people of this world."
"And in return... what do you want from us?" Huki queried.
"This world will be the staging ground for a New Sith Empire. A capital," Malgus answered. He looked to Kaio. "And as I understand it, you were to be the next Great Leader of this planet. What I propose is this: Once the current Great Leader is ousted, you will take his place. I will act as your liaison between your government and my forces. we and the Sangheili will coordinate relief efforts, and rebuild this world in the image of a great glory."
*** UACS Iron Regent, In-Transit to Unspecified Location ***
"Perhaps," Markus said, "But we have our own matters to attend to. Helm, ETA to arrival?"
"Seven minutes, Lord-Admiral," the helmsman answered.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The ONI agent walked the streets of Cairo to the hotel where Michen was staying. He didn't know what exactly caused the temporal anomaly, but he intended to find out.
*** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant ***
Lana led Blaine through the winding crowd and streets, and kept her Force Awareness trained on the two baddies following them. "Your partner providing overwatch," she said quietly to Blaine, "Is he a good shot?"
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-- Planet Nirn, Akavir, En route to the expedition outpost ---
The mechs crouched down , while the large warrior crouched down as well hiding behind Inoorra, well the best a large warrior like her could hide.
--- Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ---
"Ahh so you can talk, youngling?" Spyra noted.
"I think we should find out what is going on." Cynder said as she walked to what looked like a computer terminal carved into the stone walls, claws clicking on the floor.
--- UACS Iron Regent, In-Transit to Unspecified Location ---
"Nari I think it'd be best if you stay here." Krystal noted.
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*Rebel Camp, Mongdrigo Surface*
Kaio's expression changed to one of confused unintelligence. Tren whispered to the giant after Malgus spoke. A few moments later, Kaio nodded. "If I gets de'h big house, den we's good."
*Tower Interior*
The Black Hand troopers walked shoulder to shoulder through the halls, their multi-barreled rifles spewing forth a virtual wall of lead, reducing anything unlucky enough to get caught out to barely recognizable piles of viscera. They did not falter under any sort of return fire, and apart from a slight turn of the head and repositioning, didn't react when one of their number fell. There weren't many of them, about twelve, but they fought as hundreds. Anything they targeted that ducked for cover were rewarded with a hallucinogenic gas grenade. Designed to suppress riots, the gas caused those caught in it to experience horrific sights. Sith, loyalists, even the staff, those effected would cower from their hallucinated tormenters.
Great Leader cowering in his safe room, held a gold plated, gem studded rifle at the door, ready to shoot anything he saw, evidenced by the few servants laying dead in the main room. He hoped beyond hope that his Black Hand would fix the situation.
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*** Outer Space ***
The Klingon task force formed up around Anna's ship, and waited for her to jump, then they would follow.
*** Dragon'taan Bank, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"As I understand it, they need a financial backer for an expansion of their operations, and help with a supposed security issue - something about a clandestine bunch somewhere in the mine, but no one has ever found anything," the teller explained. She frowned, as though remembering something. "In fact, there was a contract the place put out for someone to remedy the issue. Bounty would be handled by the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps - 500k for resolving the issue, and 500k, maybe 650k additional if the interested party find out what exactly was going on. If you're interested, hit up the mercenary enclave on your way out; my husband, Jac, works there. Talk to him for further details, and tell him his wife sent you."
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam thought about it. This wasn't the kind of environment he usually worked in. After a while, he said: "I'll do it." He moved away to the mentioned counter.
*Outer Space*
Anna fired up the engines and Faith darted away at warpspeed.
*Tomahawk*
The Leviathans who went away got to Hor'kuu and told him what happened. His eyes bulged as he started shouting things that aren't to be repeated here.
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant **
"Trust him with my life, miss." Blaine replied, occasionally looking back at the two stalkers.
Kozik kept a close pace from the sky, jumping from one roof to the next. Stopping ahead of Lana and Blaine, he shouldered the sniper rifle and got eyes on the two.
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---Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant---
Dawn radioed in to Kozik "I got the ship, where are you and where is Blaine?"
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
The feral snow leopard was sleeping lightly in the middle of the hotel room, dreaming about everything that happened that day. Except there also was an alien abduction in their dreams, but that could still come in the future.
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*Rebel Camp, Mongdrigo*
As Huki and company discussed with Malgus, the rebels set about to move. As the tents came down, the work stopped. A frail, grandmotherly raccoon shuffled towards the camp. She wore tattered rags, some type of shawl, and a traveling skirt. Though she wore no shoes, she walked without issue, the glass-like tiberium seemed to move away from her. The crystal also appeared to glow brighter around her than anywhere else. Though she wore a blindfold of sorts, she moved right towards the radio tent, and seemed to stare at any Sangheili she passed. The rebels gave her a wide berth, both out of respect and due to the large shell-like tiberium shard amalgam that sat upon her back.
Someone poked their head into the radio tent, and spoke quietly. "Gran's here,
As he retreated, there was a quiet yelp and soft cackling, followed by an older woman's voice.
"I'll wait for the boys to finish. It doesn't cost anything to be polite."
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--- Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ---
Jumping down from Anna's arm again, he padded over to Spyra and looked at what he saw as buttons on the ground. Knowing what buttons do, Raz started pressing them, hoping for the little clicking he love ever so much!
*** UT Battle Arena, Geidi IV ***
Rochell clutched her side and sighed as she was put down, returning softly, "BE safe....", before Keesha would leave, Rochell would take her clearance card out of her pocket and placed it in Keesha's hand, "If it becomes to risky to come back for me, use this.... you'll have clearance to the entire Penthouse Suite.", she laid her head back, "I'm just gonna... sleep here..."
A drone walked by, eyes a deep black, meaning its heat sensors weren't turned on yet. "Be careful..."
To the naked eye, the elevator up did not exist, but a sensor by the door and in the card, meaning it would react and open when in close proximity.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Gypsie ran back to the room and back to Kyle, strapping what she forgot back on and returning to him, "Teleporters aren't on...", she sounded genuinely sad about this, but after a shake of her head, she returned to the matter, "If there was a large enough explosion, most likely they've closed the docks....", she looked simply at the surface of the planet from where they are and pointed to a barren looking place, "We could land outside of the city... if that's a clearing."
--- Tigress Armory, Dragon'taan ---
Felicity chuckled and clasped her arms around the girl, "But I don't wanna~", she began to nuzzle the side of her silky face against Amps' cheek.
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*** UT Battle Arena, Geidi IV ***
Keesha stealthily avoided the robot, moving around the perimeter and getting behind the droid, then reaching into the Force to create an electrical discharge around the droid in an attempt to quietly disable it.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Maybe, but we're cloaked; the people there won't see us. If we land, we'll need to find a spot not traveled by Air traffic. It'd be a safer bet to turn the transporters on and beam them out from orbit, but we'd need to get a message to them to get to a safe spot," Vasily explained.
*** Rebel Camp, Mongdrigo Surface ***
"Then it's agreed," Malgus said. "Now, if you'll excuse me, I must see to the Great Leader."
*** Tower Interior ***
Not long after the Sith troops had the remaining hostiles surrounded, an Imperial Crimson lightsaber flared with a Sithly *snap-hiss* as the black-clad, armored Darth Malgus entered the area.
*** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant ***
"We cannot let the hostiles astern report back to their leadership about me. Get on the radio - and I am assuming you're using an encrypted channel - and have your buddy watch those two; we're gonna lead them to a secluded spot where no one's looking. As soon as the word 'Chance' is spoken by me, have him take them both out," Lana explained to Blaine.
Draco radioed Dawn. "Blaine is with Lana, but there's been a snag - we're not the only ones trying to get to her. Look for anyone that doesn't fit with the Coruscant crowd here."
*** Dragon'taan Bank, Dragon'taan ***
"Be careful with hubby!" the teller called after Fayam. "He can be a bit gruff sometimes!"
*** Unspecified Location on Draco City Outskirts, Dragon'taan ***
"So... whose ship we going on, yours or mine?" Roc asked Alex.
*** Outer Space near Tal Shiar Base ***
The Klingon task force went to warp speed right behind the Faith, ready to take on the enemy.
*** UACS Iron Regent, In-Transit to Unspecified Location ***
"Yeah, we don't want an incident with Darth Torrentus; we don't know enough about her to make any kind of judgements regarding whether she's a potential ally or a new threat," Markus agreed.
"Five minutes to destination," reported the Helmsman.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The ONI agent arrived at Michen's room door and knocked, not knowing anything about Michen.
*** Planet Nirn, Akavir, Outside Expedition Outpost ***
Andru looked over the base with a pair of macrobinoculars. "That's the base, alright - strange... not a lot of activity," he muttered. "Polaris, you see anything?"
*** Outpost 'Vadam ***
The Sith Covenant Fleet sat at distance, as though waiting for something. At the same time, a slipspace monitoring post detected a retrofitted fleet of Covenant vessels - a pair of CAS Assault Carriers supported by a number of RCS and CCS Battlecruisers - heading for the outpost.
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---- UACS Iron Regent, In-Transit to Unspecified Location ----
"Still has me on edge." Krystal noted.
----- Outpost 'Vadam ------
The Cerinina fleet held it's position on the other side of the outpost, also waiting.
--- Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ---
the buttons clicked but as Raz continued to play with the buttons something began to happen at the console Raz was playign with,
Spyra's eyes opened wide as she rushed over to Raz and shut the console down, preventing him from doing any harm, and allowing him to play with the buttons.
"First of all we need to bring the youngling up to speed." Cynder sighed.
---Draco city, unknown Cantina ----
"I'll need to prepare a few things." Alex started to explain "My target is a little weary, it's not our first attempt to catch him ,which is why i've been put on this mission."
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*Tower Interior*
As Malgus reached the top floor, he would be met by a strange figure. A hair shorter than his Black Hand counterparts, the silver clad warrior carried a long staff tipped by some notched projector, and the hilt of a sword hung gently from his belt. Two curved silver struts, bearing a resemblance to a shepherd's crook, stuck above his shoulders. As Malgus entered his line of sight, the crooks spat forth ribbons of plasma, as the staff projected a plasmatic blade, curved on the front and pointed on the tip. The metal-clad figure brought the plasma-halberd to a ready stance and spoke.
"The Hussars care not for who rules this place. But they must yet stand trial by combat."
The figures aura bore no ill-will, but carried the feel of a warrior.
Great Leader had since left his room, and had now stepped onto a balcony overlooking the two warriors. He was flanked by his servants. One of whom seemed to wear a VERY strange hood.
*Rebel Camp*
As the communique closed, Kaio clapped Huki's shoulder with enough force to nearly buckle the Sangheili's knees, laughing loudly. Tren spoke quietly, more to himself than anyone. "I hope Uncle Garrus can handle him."
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Despite sleeping lightly, the snow leopard did not wake up by the knocking on the door. The door, however, hadn't been locked by the feral before they doze off.
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant **
"You hear that, Kozik?" Blaine whispered, staying close to the blonde female human. "So why exactly are you so important to these people?" He asked, keeping his eyes forward and his hands in his pockets.
Kozik heard the order from the target, taking a moment to attach a silencer to the sniper rifle he acquired on the dropship. After he was finished, the wolf took off back after the stalkers. His HUD, built into his helmet, had them pegged on the minimap.
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---Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant---
"Alrighty" Dawn started walking out in Blaine's direction according to the radar "You heard him Ghost, keep an eye out".
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--- Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ---
Raz stopped tacking at the keys when Spyra moved in a panicked manner, looking at her with confusion. With a shrug he dismissed this and went back to clicking the keys.
*** UT Battle Arena, Geidi IV ***
The droid stopped and fell down like a plank onto the metal floor. A consecutive beeping came from the other droids and their shuffling became much quicker. Two were beginning to head Keesha's way, heat sensors online.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"THey don't know we're up here though... Gemini, would it be possible to hack into their security to find out where they are?"
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
Anna looked to Raz with amusement. "Someone's having fun," she commented. She then looked to Spyra. "Regardless, where do we stand?"
*** UT Battle Arena, Geidi IV ***
Keesha trekked back toward Rochell, then tried to heft her up and use the Force to obscure their heat signatures as she made for the other end of the bay, where the supposed elevator would be.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Already working on it, ETA thirty seconds," Gemini replied. Vasily looked to Gypsie.
"What's your plan?" he asked her.
*** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant ***
Two brown-cloaked figures began following Dawn at a distance, intentions unknown. A silvery glint came from the belt of one for a brief moment when he was in direct sunlight.
"Something to do with the Eternal Fleet," Lana told Blaine. She subtly nodded toward a nearby alley. "There. Let's make this quick," she said, and started for it at a normal pace.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The ONI agent found the door wasn't locked, and he was able to gain access easily. He locked the door behind him, and got out his identification. "Mister Michen? Agent Crowley, Office of Naval Intelligence," he said, trying to wake Michen. His ID was presented in plain view, and while he was armed, his M6D Pistol was secured in it's holster, and Crowley made no move toward it.
*** Tower Interior, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Malgus held his lightsaber at a ready stance. "Fine with me," he responded to the warrior.
*** UACS Iron Regent, In-Transit to Unspecified Location ***
"We both are on edge," Markus told her. "Helm, ETA to the location?"
"Two minutes, thirty seconds," the helmsman answered.
*** Draco city, unknown Cantina, Dragon'taan ***
"You still haven't mentioned who you're hunting," Roc told her as he followed her.
*** Outpost 'Vadam ***
"Alert - Covenant fleet inbound! And from the scans, they've been refitted with non-standard tech! Be ready!" came a transmission from the station commandant. Just as he'd predicted, the Covenant ships dropped out of Slipspace from another direction - and all of them had multiple turbolaser mounts.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
The snow leopard woke up after hearing the officer talk to them, sat up and rubbed one of their paws against their cheek. Then they looked at the officer's chest. Nothing personal, but they never really looked others in the eye in circumstances like these. To them, looking directly into the eyes was a sign of agression, as for most other felines.
"Uh, hi." Michen said. "Why are you here?" They tilted their head, not really wanting to talk to him right now. It was not that they felt threatened, especially not since he didn't seem to be agressive. Yet something about him just felt... off, but they couldn't quite place what.
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*Tower Interior*
The armor-clad figure charged his opponent, plasma-halberd prepared to cleave Malgus in half.
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
"Where do we stand?: the resitance is non-existant, I have a youngling playing on the computer keyboard and things don't look any better than before, as I said i need to bring the youngling up to speed.
*** UACS Iron Regent, In-Transit to Unspecified Location ***
"like telling me the time til will set me at ease?" Krystal laughed non-nonchalantly.
*** Draco city, unknown Cantina, Dragon'taan ***
I wasn't filled in on all the details myself. Got a private place?"The hybrid Vixen wolf. asked.
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*** Dragon'taan Bank, Dragon'taan ***
"Be careful with hubby!" the teller called after Fayam. "He can be a bit gruff sometimes!"
*** Outer Space near Tal Shiar Base ***
The Klingon task force went to warp speed right behind the Faith, ready to take on the enemy.
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam called back: "Got it!" as he continued walking.
*Near Tal Shiar base*
Anna informed the force: "I forgot to mention, I won't enter the front line. I'll help the support. So upon arrival, you can pass me for offence."
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu's tyrannade was stopped with the arrival of Omega. He asked: "What's the fuss about?" They explained the situation and Omega shook his head. "Hor'kuu Ice, you disappoint me. We don't want a new Extinction. One is too many. The Leviathans before you have been brave to see to a solution. I recommend you don't launch the Titanium Leviathan, though I know you want revenge. But Farrar and I never liked your plan."
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---Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant---
"I suspect we have company" The Ghost said to Dawn "How many?" "2" "Well lets see what they do" Dawn kept going forward, a couple hundred meters from Blaine.
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant **
Kozik took position on the balcony of an apartment, parallel to the alleyways' entrance. He crouched down and set up the rifle, flipping the scope's cover open.
"I'm here, lead down there and I'll drop 'em." Kozik radioed in, using the team's encrypted channel.
Blaine nodded and looked over to the human woman, taking out and light a cigarette. "He's ready when we are, ma'am." He whispered, following her closely to the alley's entrance.
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((SOrry for those who are waiting on me. This time of year, School is keeping me really busy. I will post within the next couple days though. I promise))
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(No one is gonna hold it against you for tending to IRL matters. Been doing the same myself.)
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
Raz stopped and looked at Spyra, walking up to her and nuzzling her leg. Then sitting down to be attentive.
*** UT Battle Arena, Geidi IV ***
Rochell grunted as Keesha helped her up, "Those things may be bugged... but they will see us soon... quick...", as they got closer to the elevator, it revealed itself to the chip in the card, but it also alerted the drones.
All three that were in the room landed behind Keesha and Rochell and in succession, the drones all started screeching a warning siren.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Gypsie brought all three of her tails before her and combined the three large plumes of fur, to then pull an odd looking pink syringer pistol, "In. Out. But we're leaving with a bang.", she said with a smile as her tails returned to normal.
"This gun, as you can see, shoots syringes. Made it myself in the facility during the breakout... each vial has a concentrated mixture of my venom. I doubt we may run into anything living, but it's a good weapon to keep on myself. And yes, it has always been in my tail."
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
Anna crossed her arms. "You were saying...?" she said.
*** UT Battle Arena, Geidi IV ***
Keesha reached behind her and used the Force in an attempt to scramble the droids' processors, which would cause them to shut down and kill the alarm. She would then chip in the card, and ride the elevator to the suite.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Vasily raised an eyebrow at Gypsie. "First off, are you hiding anything else in that tail? And second, what do you mean, 'we're leaving with a bang'?" he asked her.
*** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant ***
Lana didn't verbally acknowledge, she just headed into the alley, and when she was far enough in, she rounded, and faced the cloaked figures following them.
"Come now, Lana - let's not make this difficult," One of them spoke. He drew away his cloak and revealed his custom armor.
Bounty Hunters.
"A bounty hunter - how very appropriate," Lana scoffed. "You'd be smart to leave while you still have your skin intact. I'd tell you to give your employers my regards, but..."
"We'll tell him when we pick up our bounty," the other hunter spoke.
"... you won't get the chance," Lana finished.
*** Tal Shiar base outside New Romulus Space ***
The Klingon Task Force arrived at the base, and it caused alarm with the Tal Shiar there, who were outnumbered by a four-to-one margin. The Klingon ships wasted no time in launching the assault.
*** UACS Iron Regent, In-Transit to Unspecified Location ***
Markus turned to Krystal. "What's got you so jittery?" he asked her.
*** Draco city, unknown Cantina, Dragon'taan ***
"My ship is landed not far from here. If it's privacy you want, we can talk there," Roc responded. "I'll take point." He then headed out, intent on leading Alex to his ship.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
"Some colleagues at ONI wanted me to make sure you aren't a threat," Agent Crowley told Michen. "A buddy of mine detected your arrival, which was picked up on sensors as a form of temporal anomaly. Can you tell me the last thing you remember before waking up in Cairo?"
*** Outpost 'Vadam ***
The enemy fleet pressed in, but were surprised when a joint Dragonarian/Kemorainian fleet suddenly arrived from Translight Speed.
"Outpost 'Vadam, we are answering your distress call - are we too late for the party?" stated the Dragonarian commander over an open line.
*** Tower Interior, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Malgus expertly dodged the attack, leaping over the warrior and directing a blow toward the warrior's back; not a fatal one, just what would be a wound to demonstrate Malgus' Lightsaber was far deadlier than it looked.
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
"Well what do you know, Youngling?" Spyra asked spitting out a bit of fire as an example.
*** UACS Iron Regent, In-Transit to Unspecified Location ***
"Nobody has called me out by name like this ever." Krystal replied simply.
*** Outpost 'Vadam ***
"No ,but out dance partners might mind." Kylie replied simply welcoming the fleet.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
"Uh, let me think..." Michen started to think back. Everything that happened before he woke up seemed foggy, as if they were from long ago. Unconsciously, Michen brought a paw up and started too softly lick it. They didn't say anything during the thinking as they got lost in their thoughts.
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant **
Kozik fired first, dropping the first bounty hunter with a shot to the head.
Before the other could react, Blaine drew his silenced Magnum and unloaded into him. Both bodies collapsed into a heap, leaving blood to pool around them.
"Nice shot, bud." Blaine said, shooting a quick salute to the silhouette on the nearby rooftop.
"Could say the same for you. Stealing my kill and all." Kozik replied before looking for a way down.
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*Tower Interior*
The armored warrior staggered forward as Malgus struck him, swinging backwards as he stumbled.
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---Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant---
A few moments later Dawn arrived at the scene "Well I guess you didn't my help with this one". He walks forward, poking one of the bodies with his foot.
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*** Tal Shiar base outside New Romulus Space ***
The Klingon Task Force arrived at the base, and it caused alarm with the Tal Shiar there, who were outnumbered by a four-to-one margin. The Klingon ships wasted no time in launching the assault.
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam arrived at the mentioned counter and told the man (that appeared slightly grumpy) behind it: "Hello there. I'm Fayam Aerial, and your wife told me about a job in the mines. Can you give me the details?"
*Tal Shiar base*
Anna noticed that the Tal shiar were easily outnumbered. They might even be able to tear down the entire base, she thought.
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu could be seen thinking. Of course the Leviathans learned from the past. Of course no repeat of the Extinction should happen. But, he was still set on revenge. There was only one problem... He had no idea where to look for those dang fake Borg things or the bases of whoever were responsible.
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant **
"You know it, civvie." Kozik replied, walking up to the group from behind Dawn. The trooper nodded to the human and Blaine.
"Sending you a feed through my partner's helmcam, General." Blaine said, radioing into Draco. He then crouched down by the body with the intact head.
Kozik stood by, aiming his helmet's built-in camera at the bear. Blaine lifted the man's head to show his face.
"You can get a facial scan off that. He's a bounty hunter, like the other. Someone hired 'em to rub your colleague out." Blaine said, hushing his tone to avoid people passing the alley.
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
Raz inhaled, and with a puffed chest, he exhaled a plume of fire into Spyra's face. Afterwards he sat down and looked at her with a smug expression.
*** UT Battle Arena, Geidi IV ***
All except one droid fried, this one pretending to fry like the others, but once the doors of the elevator closed, it sprung up and would find another way to get to the two.
Rochell hefted herself off Keesha and leaned on the side of the elevator, stumbling for a moment when she tried to stand up, "I-I'm alright... My body isn't used to the accelerated healing...."
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Gypsie shrugged, "There's a few other things in there... but besides that, the part where I said 'leaving with a bang', my intentions are to set charges inside that place as means to divert attention from us.", her syringer gun disappeared when her tails were separated again.
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
Anna looked between Raz and Spyra, waiting for her to respond to this.
*** UT Battle Arena, Geidi IV ***
"You get used to it, trust me," Keesha assured her. "So... after the suite, where to next?"
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"We'll have to remain cloaked and stay out of sight for that to work," Vasily told her. "And if you're going down there, I'm going with you." He got up and dressed in his combat outfit, then nabbed his M41-A and loaded a fresh magazine.
*** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant ***
"Affirmative," Draco responded. There was a pause, then he returned to the channel: "Lana, get the team to your shuttle, I'll cover the exit. First, though, get rid of those bodies. Kira, find some way to redirect any other bounty hunters so they can get clear."
"Copy, master," Kira answered.
"Blaine, Kozik, Dawn - make sure Lana gets safely to that shuttle; Lana, I have a ship in orbit - head for it, take the others with you," Draco ordered.
"Copy, General. And Draco - it's good to hear from you again," Lana replied.
"Likewise, old friend," Draco said before going quiet.
*** Dragon'taan Mining Settlement, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm afraid there's not much to go on," The man sighed. "There's been a lot of unauthorized transmissions coming from within the mines, but no one has ever found the source. Dragon'taan's High Command is worried that someone is spying on them from within."
*** Tal Shiar base, Unspecified Location near New Romulus ***
The Klingon task force went about assaulting the base. If the crew of the Faith was paying attention to sensors, there would be a small, barely-detectable blip - registering as a small Tachyon emission - heading away from the base.
*** Tower Interior, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Malgus deflected the blow, and directed a counter-strike at the warrior's right shoulder, intent on wounding the warrior, but not killing him - not yet.
*** Cairo Hotel, Cairo, Earth ***
Agent Crowly waited patiently for a response.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Unspecified Location ***
The Iron Regent arrived at the designated coordinates, where there was a massive fleet lead by a retrofitted Bellator-class Star Dreadnought waiting for them. None of them had shields or weapons powered, and the Bellator sent out a hailing signal.
*** Outpost 'Vadam ***
Both enemy fleets pressed in, the retrofitted Covenant fleet launching waves of Seraph bombers supported by TIE Avengers. The Dragonarian and Kemorainian fleets engaged the retrofitted Covenant fleet, while Coalition and New Cerinian forces were left with the mixed fleet now bearing down on them.
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
Spyra looked at Raz for a moment longer still silent. "is that it?" She asked
** UACS Iron Regent, Unspecified Location ***
"Their hailing us." Krystal noted., voice full of unease.
*** Outpost 'Vadam ***
the Caoalition ans Cerinian fleet sent out it's own fighters in repson y-wings followed by a mix of other space suerpoirity fighters.
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant **
"Already on it, sir." Blaine replied, already in the process of dumping the second body in a nearby trash chute.
Kozik removed his helmet, his dark gray fur matted from sweat. "Here you go, man. That pistol isn't going to hold off much." He said, handing Blaine a UNSC issue of the SMG.
"Gotcha. Take this, ma'am." Blaine said, handing the silenced Magnum to the human. "In case of emergencies."
"We should get moving, guys. Armed UNSC soldiers on Republic territory isn't a good look for FLEETCOM." Kozik piped up, watching the alley exits.
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam said, proud: "I'm here to try a hand on exactly that. Finding the spy. All I need is a possibility to intercept, decode and track one of those messages. Though, I'm afraid hacking isn't my best skill."
*Tal Shiar Base*
Anna had indeed kept the possibility that they'd send for a distress call in the back of her head. Her copilot warned her about a ship going from the base. Anna growled: "I'd better not be getting its buddies here. Or trying to bring someone important to safety. FIRE! Give chase!" Faith went behind the fleeing ship, giving it some rear fire.
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu thought about what Omega had said. Then he saw when his plan for revenge would backfire: on the moment they would try to extinct the Tal Shiar or at least the fake Borg they would encounter a LOT of resistance. The Titanium Leviathan was strong, but was it strong enough to outgun an army?
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*Tower Interior, Mongdrigo*
The armor-clad warrior backed away as the lightsaber scorched his armor, but did not strike his flesh. He nodded. "A strong will this one possesses, he can refrain from slaughtering." He looks up to Great Leader and vanished.
The small female with the strange hood nods, looks to her compatriots, and they nod in unison. Then, as if of one mind, the servants unceremoniously tip Great Leader into the arena with Malgus.
*Rebel Camp*
Gran'ma smiled as she walked into the command tent. She waddled her way to Huki, speaking directly to him. "Your friend is nearing his goal, offworlder. I pray he will respect and realize how little he is worth to the green." Gran cackled horridly, the crystals on the huge hump on her back jostling and tinkling with every movement.
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
Particles began to gather towards Raz's soulstone, and a radiant life began to emit from it. As he thrust his chest forward, a massive laser beam shot from his soulstone, not towards Spyra, but once it hit the wall, the single beam did not stop, thus leaving a Raz-sized hole in the wall to the outside.
Afterwards Raz shook and struggled to keep his balance.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Gypsie nodded, "I wouldn't have it any other way. Gemini? Take us... outside the city. If there is a sewer outing, drop us near there, just in case they are guarding the main exits."
*** UT Battle Arena, Suite Floor, Geidi IV ***
Rochell rubbed her now healed stump, wincing as it was still sore from all the wires and tubes having been ripped from there. "All prizes meant for winners are held inside a mandalorian reinforced iron door, protected by two rail gun ceiling mounted turrets, however, 'prizes' favorited by the game master are held inside a hidden door inside the game master's office... that's at the end of the hallway behind the same kind of door... but the entire room is more like a cubical reinforced by the same metals as the door.", she accidentally pressed on a soft spot on her stump and gave a short cry, "Gah! Th-that hurts... Anyway... you aren't the only force user to try and act as 'hero' to save or retrieve 'prizes'... this entire floor is built to counter everything a jedi could do."
When they reached the top floor, Keesha would be unable to locate any 'life' signs, and would feel significantly weaker, "You have to use a conventional pistol... blasters don't work here...". Rochell stood up and started stumbling down the hallway as a series of beeping began, scanning Rochell, and then whirring down as they recognized her, leaving the room as passive... for now... "Come on... we won't have much time."
The Drone from the cargo bay would enter into the Game Master's office and would wait for the two.
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---Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant---
Shoon walked out and looked around "seems clear for now, lets move"
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*** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant ***
Lana smiled wryly at Blaine. "I'll be fine," she told him, politely declining the pistol. She tapped a lightsaber at her belt. Hearing Dawn, she told him, "I have a shuttle not far from here - it stopped jumping pads, for some reason - I expect we may need to dispatch any hostiles that come looking."
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
Anna went over to Raz, trying to help him stay on his feet. "Does that answer your question?" she asked Spyra.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Understood," Gemini responded to Gypsie's command. The Chimera shuddered as it moved into the atmosphere. As it headed to the target AO, Vasily dressed in full combat armor and loaded his M41-A Pulse Rifle.
*** UT Battle Arena, Suite Floor, Geidi IV ***
Keesha posed her hands a certain way, and an M41-A Pulse Rifle appeared in her hands, and she followed Rochell. "Steady, Rochell," she cautioned her.
*** Tower Interior, Mongdrigo ***
Malgus held his lightsaber to the side as he approached Great Leader. His appearance made it seem as though he had murder on his mind - a look that intimidated lesser men and most non-Force users. "So... you're the 'Great Leader'... I've heard so much about you," Malgus said, his voice having evident sarcasm.
*** Mining Settlement, Dragon'taan ***
"Hacking is not required for this - an eye for details would certainly help, though; just head into the mine, see if you can spot anything the ghouls of Dragon'taan Military Security missed," Jac told Fayam.
*** Tal Shiar Base, Unspecified Location near New Romulus ***
The fire the Faith put on the anomaly impacted, and disrupted the cloaking device that was hiding a Romulan D'Derridex Warbird. One of the warp nacelles started leaking, a plume of drive plasma visible from the starboard side of the ship.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Unspecified Location ***
"On screen," Markus commanded, tenderly taking Krystal's hand and holding it in his own. The hail was answered, and a familiar Romulan face came upon the screen. "Arai..." Markus growled.
"Actually, it's Torrentus - Darth Torrentus. Arai is my lesser clone in the Tal Shiar," the Romulan replied.
"What do you want?" Markus asked.
"I brought you here to deliver a warning... one of your kin is in grave danger," Torrentus told him.
"Who?" Markus demanded.
Torrentus did not answer directly, merely shifting her gaze to Krystal. "You may not know of her, but she is well aware of you, Mrs. Tokarev. She is, after all, your niece."
*** Unspecified Location near Belsavis ***
In the vacuum of space, a lone ship (http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/0/01/Resurgent-class_Star_Destroyer.png/revision/latest?cb=20151220050133) wandered the stars. Her captain stood before the windows of the bridge, a log book in his hands:
"Admiral's log, supplemental...
... I knew they'd come for me. Took 'em ten years, but I knew. You can't expect mercs to have any honor, any code or creed. But this new bounty from a holy man - a guy whose neck I saved... hnh - well, lesson learned; no such word as 'friend'. Can only end bad when you let someone get close. *chuckles* Bad for them. So, now it's back to all the brightness... and everything I hate...
... I wonder if she'll be there."
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*Tower Interior, Mongdrigo*
Great Leader stood, his rolls of extra flesh jiggling as he moved. His stance was weak, unstable. Like he hadn't stood in years.
"Y-Yes. I am Great Leader. You and your men have attacked my city, my homeworld. This is an act of war!" He drew a small, ceremonial knife from his belt, brandishing the tiny thing at Malgus.
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*** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant ***
Lana smiled wryly at Blaine. "I'll be fine," she told him, politely declining the pistol. She tapped a lightsaber at her belt. Hearing Dawn, she told him, "I have a shuttle not far from here - it stopped jumping pads, for some reason - I expect we may need to dispatch any hostiles that come looking."
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
Anna went over to Raz, trying to help him stay on his feet. "Does that answer your question?" she asked Spyra.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Understood," Gemini responded to Gypsie's command. The Chimera shuddered as it moved into the atmosphere. As it headed to the target AO, Vasily dressed in full combat armor and loaded his M41-A Pulse Rifle.
*** UT Battle Arena, Suite Floor, Geidi IV ***
Keesha posed her hands a certain way, and an M41-A Pulse Rifle appeared in her hands, and she followed Rochell. "Steady, Rochell," she cautioned her.
*** Tower Interior, Mongdrigo ***
Malgus held his lightsaber to the side as he approached Great Leader. His appearance made it seem as though he had murder on his mind - a look that intimidated lesser men and most non-Force users. "So... you're the 'Great Leader'... I've heard so much about you," Malgus said, his voice having evident sarcasm.
*** Mining Settlement, Dragon'taan ***
"Hacking is not required for this - an eye for details would certainly help, though; just head into the mine, see if you can spot anything the ghouls of Dragon'taan Military Security missed," Jac told Fayam.
*** Tal Shiar Base, Unspecified Location near New Romulus ***
The fire the Faith put on the anomaly impacted, and disrupted the cloaking device that was hiding a Romulan D'Derridex Warbird. One of the warp nacelles started leaking, a plume of drive plasma visible from the starboard side of the ship.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Unspecified Location ***
"On screen," Markus commanded, tenderly taking Krystal's hand and holding it in his own. The hail was answered, and a familiar Romulan face came upon the screen. "Arai..." Markus growled.
"Actually, it's Torrentus - Darth Torrentus. Arai is my lesser clone in the Tal Shiar," the Romulan replied.
"What do you want?" Markus asked.
"I brought you here to deliver a warning... one of your kin is in grave danger," Torrentus told him.
"Who?" Markus demanded.
Torrentus did not answer directly, merely shifting her gaze to Krystal. "You may not know of her, but she is well aware of you, Mrs. Tokarev. She is, after all, your niece."
*** Unspecified Location near Belsavis ***
In the vacuum of space, a lone ship (http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/0/01/Resurgent-class_Star_Destroyer.png/revision/latest?cb=20151220050133) wandered the stars. Her captain stood before the windows of the bridge, a log book in his hands:
"Admiral's log, supplemental...
... I knew they'd come for me. Took 'em ten years, but I knew. You can't expect mercs to have any honor, any code or creed. But this new bounty from a holy man - a guy whose neck I saved... hnh - well, lesson learned; no such word as 'friend'. Can only end bad when you let someone get close. *chuckles* Bad for them. So, now it's back to all the brightness... and everything I hate...
... I wonder if she'll be there."
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
I suppose ,but I am merely worried about the youngling those who captured Spyro will not hold anything back I do not wish for him to be 'captured' again.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Unspecified Location ***
"Why are you telling us this?" Krystal asked
*unknown location Draco city ***
"Where did you say your fighter was?" Alex asked following Roc.
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam chuckled: "That's it? Well, if that's the case, I'll have a look immediately." He didn't wait for a response, but acted immediately.
*Tal Shiar base*
Anna's eye glistened as she tried to contact the unknown ship. "Hey, you! You that's running away! Whaddaya think yer' doing?"
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
After some long thinking, Michen looked back at the officer. "I heard something about an experiment and that I'll end up just fine. Something about freezing my body solid and then warm it up later, reawakening me in the process later? I forgot..." The snow leopard seemed a bit confused by their memories, which shouldn't really be a surprise given the conditions they were in upon arrival of this time.
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---Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant---
Dawn scratched the back of his head "Yeah, I might be at fault for that. In my defence it was so I can put a tracker on it so it won't run away again!" He exclaimed.
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant **
"Well, lead the way then." Kozik said, clipping his helmet to his side harness. He walked out of the alley, standing next to Dawn.
Blaine smirked in response to Lana, holstering the pistol. "Yeah, you're definitely good with that." He said, lighting a cigarette before checking the opposite entrance to the alley.
"I'll cover our rear, Kozik and Dawn have point. Let's hoof it," Blaine said, checking the chamber on the short submachine gun.
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---Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant---
"Alright, after me" Dawn stepped out of the alley and began to move in the direction of the ship.
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
Raz looked up at Anna with an exhausted smile before collapsing into her arms, but soon after he regained enough strength to waddle next to Anna's leg and lean all of his weight onto her.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
As the ship moved, Gypsie stumbled and fell into Kyle, her claws bore and digging into his shoulders, "Heh... sorry...", regaining her composure she looked at what Kyle decided to wear, "You need to dress lighter. I suggest a one-handed weapon and a melee weapon."
*** UT Battle Arena, Suite Floor, Geidi IV ***
Rochell made it to the office door, placing her hand on the door, and it began to open, but with her arm missing, it felt like pushing a boulder.
On the other side of the door, sounds of struggling and crying until it became truly silent again. The Game master hadn't left to safety , instead he had been thrown into the trophy room by the security bot, then right after, the game master had taken Angel out of her stasis tube. They fought and Angel eventually was knocked out.
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*** Tower Interior, Mongdrigo ***
Malgus flicked his arm, almost like a casual muscle spasm, the blade of his lightsaber directed at the knife, which would send it flying out of Great Leader's hand and landing well beyond his reach. "How pathetic," he scoffed. "And this is more than war - it is a liberation, while at the same time a conquest; I am liberating your oppressed people, and taking this world in the name of the New Sith Empire. We'll have one of your people - someone more competent than you - assume control of the government, and we will provide advice and military assistance." He held his lightsaber at Great Leader's throat. "Try and stop us, and you'll find that the creatures that roam the wastes beyond your city are far from the most terrifying things in this galaxy."
It was as he said this that several Sith troopers arrived in the room, all brandishing various laser rifles and carbines.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
"You still haven't told me what exactly you plan to do," Anna said as she stroked Raz's spine.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Unspecified Location ***
"Because she will need your help - I cannot intervene; I have pressing matters of my own to tend to, what with the alleged Sith Covenant on the rise and trying to figure out how exactly Darth Malgus ended up in this galaxy," Torrentus said. "You will find your niece among the ranks of the NSF - if the report was accurate, she commands her own ship, the Artful Stroke. Regrettably, I do not know much more beyond the name."
*** Unspecified Location on outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"It's not far from here - hidden, per protocol," Roc replied. He lead Alex to a location of seeming zero significance, then spoke his native tongue, and a boarding ramp lowered from midair - a clear indication of one thing:
A cloaking device.
*** Tal Shiar base, Unspecified Location outside New Romulus Space ***
The warbird didn't answer directly, but merely fired what appeared to be a disruptor beam, but instead of damaging the shields, it would drain them.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The ONI Agent frowned. "That... sounds suspiciously like cryo sleep," he said. "Can you take me to where you first awoke here?"
*** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant ***
Lana followed after Dawn, a hand on her lightsaber, just in the event trouble would crop up.
"Draco to Blaine - sit-rep," Draco's voice requested, albeit rather hushed.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"As far as Melee weapons are concerned, I've got that covered," Vasily explained, indicating his twin Lightsabers. "Dress lighter?, fine, but I'm still gonna sport the energy shield. But ranged weapons..." he patted the M41-A. "... This is the only one I have, so unless you have a disruptor pistol stuffed in that tail of yours, I don't really have much choice."
*** UT Battle Arena, Suite Floor, Geidi IV ***
Keesha assisted Rochell, hoping she could get to Angel before it was too late.
*** Unspecified Location near Belsavis ***
The lone ship continued to sail toward Belsavis, purpose, intent, and origin all unknown. No radio or other communication signals were sent, the ship was running with shields up and weapons powered, and it made no effort at trying to hide.
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((where this is so far along i feel a little awkward joining. help a gal out?))
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*Tower Interior, Mongdrigo*
Great Leader nodded, sorrowful and defeated. "I submit. Perhaps...Perhaps this is the way it was meant to be." He removed the large, ceremonial headpiece and dropped it to the floor. Though distraught at his upheaval, Great Leader smiled genuinely for the first time in what felt like ages. "In truth, I am glad to be rid of that weight. When I first rose up, it was to free my people. I suppose I fell to the illness of greed." He looked about at all the troopers, guns raised, and sighed heavily. "It's unnecessary for those here, I will leave wil-" A quiet thwip, barely audible over even the ambient hum of the Tower, cut off Great Leader as three four-inch green shards sprouted from the raccoon's chest. Great Leader glanced down at the crystals, looked back to Malgus and gave a confused look before collapsing to the floor.
Behind the massive raccoon's rapidly cooling corpse, secreted away in the shadows, the servant with the strange hood stepped forth, straightening the large grey hood she wore. "It seems our choice was unfit. Pity, he was doing quite well for this planet." She looked to Malgus and smiled, her pearly-white teeth shown clearly against her darkened face. "But...perhaps the next will do just as nicely?" Though her hood was strange enough, the strangest thing about this servant was her eyes. Unobserved in any other Mongdrigan, her eyes were completely blue.
((I think all that's necessary, Juliet, is the very first post in the thread.))
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant **
"We're en route to the ship, ten mikes out." Blaine replied, watching over the passing crowds. They seemed exposed, even with the numerous bodies between them. Kozik couldn't be the only one to use the rooftops or balconies, a thought that never left the two troopers' minds.
Kozik continued up front, enjoying the time planetside. While he kept checking any spots around them for hostiles, the wolf took any extra time to observe and absorb the surrounding city with a reserved excitement.
"So are you a Jedi..?" Blaine asked in a hushed tone, to Lana as he gestured the rifle to her lightsaber. "I only have this one," He added, taking his spoil of war out of a nearby pouch. "And I had to fight someone for it.." The bear finished, laughing a little.
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*** Tower Interior, Mongdrigo ***
Malgus flicked his arm, almost like a casual muscle spasm, the blade of his lightsaber directed at the knife, which would send it flying out of Great Leader's hand and landing well beyond his reach. "How pathetic," he scoffed. "And this is more than war - it is a liberation, while at the same time a conquest; I am liberating your oppressed people, and taking this world in the name of the New Sith Empire. We'll have one of your people - someone more competent than you - assume control of the government, and we will provide advice and military assistance." He held his lightsaber at Great Leader's throat. "Try and stop us, and you'll find that the creatures that roam the wastes beyond your city are far from the most terrifying things in this galaxy."
It was as he said this that several Sith troopers arrived in the room, all brandishing various laser rifles and carbines.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
"You still haven't told me what exactly you plan to do," Anna said as she stroked Raz's spine.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Unspecified Location ***
"Because she will need your help - I cannot intervene; I have pressing matters of my own to tend to, what with the alleged Sith Covenant on the rise and trying to figure out how exactly Darth Malgus ended up in this galaxy," Torrentus said. "You will find your niece among the ranks of the NSF - if the report was accurate, she commands her own ship, the Artful Stroke. Regrettably, I do not know much more beyond the name."
*** Unspecified Location on outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"It's not far from here - hidden, per protocol," Roc replied. He lead Alex to a location of seeming zero significance, then spoke his native tongue, and a boarding ramp lowered from midair - a clear indication of one thing:
A cloaking device.
*** Tal Shiar base, Unspecified Location outside New Romulus Space ***
The warbird didn't answer directly, but merely fired what appeared to be a disruptor beam, but instead of damaging the shields, it would drain them.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The ONI Agent frowned. "That... sounds suspiciously like cryo sleep," he said. "Can you take me to where you first awoke here?"
*** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant ***
Lana followed after Dawn, a hand on her lightsaber, just in the event trouble would crop up.
"Draco to Blaine - sit-rep," Draco's voice requested, albeit rather hushed.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"As far as Melee weapons are concerned, I've got that covered," Vasily explained, indicating his twin Lightsabers. "Dress lighter?, fine, but I'm still gonna sport the energy shield. But ranged weapons..." he patted the M41-A. "... This is the only one I have, so unless you have a disruptor pistol stuffed in that tail of yours, I don't really have much choice."
*** UT Battle Arena, Suite Floor, Geidi IV ***
Keesha assisted Rochell, hoping she could get to Angel before it was too late.
*** Unspecified Location near Belsavis ***
The lone ship continued to sail toward Belsavis, purpose, intent, and origin all unknown. No radio or other communication signals were sent, the ship was running with shields up and weapons powered, and it made no effort at trying to hide.
(Sorry i've been sick
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
"I don't know, yet." Spyra replied
*** UACS Iron Regent, Unspecified Location ***
"I don't see why your telling me all this." Krystal responded
*** Unspecified Location on outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I see let's get inside and 'crack' open my orders." Alex said following Roc up the ramp.
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(We're not gonna hold it against you for being sick, Alessia.)
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen nodded, and started to strech themselves out. Then they went out of their room, and stood behind the soldier. They turned their head, remembering something important. "Uh, I don't have the key for the room... I don't know where it is."
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam went off. He knew a few things, however. One: if he'd just sneakily observe them it could raise their suspicion. Two: he was well-known, and it worked in his disadvantage here. Doing 'volunteer work' would probably raise quite some eyebrows. Additionally, it would become a problem to keep an eye on all of them. So, he started by just looking at the work, trying to see if he could cross out some of the employees.
*Tal Shiar base*
Anna looked at the systems in disbelief. "Wh... HEY! If you think you're funny, you're not! Quit that or I'll shoot you to pieces either way!"
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( Attention, everyone!
Seeing as there's a 20000 character limit to posts, I cannot add new planets/locations discussed with any of you to the original list anymore. Until we can remedy this issue [and I am open to suggestions], I will be posting new locations in fresh posts.
That said, the following has been added to the list of available worlds/locations:
Mandalore
Temperate Planet, home world of the Mandalorians. Notable for being a major source of Beskar and the base of MandalMotors and Mandal Hypernautics. Located in Mandalorian Space, which lies beyond the galactic eastern border of UIA Territory. Ruled by the Mandalorian Clans, presided over by Mandalore Boba Fett. Protected by the Mandalorian Fleet. Capital: Keldabe
Concordia
Moon of Mandalore. Notable for being a Mandalorian Military Outpost and as another source of Beskar. Ruled by the Mandalorian Clans. Protected by the Mandalorian Fleet. Docking: Mandalorian Outpost.
Now, if anyone has a suggestion for how I can allow the list to expand for all to see on the first post, please fire off a PM to me - I am open to suggestions. )
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*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Gypsie turned around and reached into her tail, "No, but I have a sandwich.", she put it back in and jumped out of the ship when they came close enough to the surface. As she free fell, she looked back, "Coming?!"
*** UT Battle Arena, Suite Floor, Geidi IV ***
With both of their strength, the door opened, but was swiftly ripped off by the Android guard who followed them. Rochell recited some sort of kill code, but it didn't work, aside from just angering the android more. Outstretching its hands, the android revealed two wrist mounted machine guns and immediately began shooting.
Rochell, still in a weakened state, tried to dive out of the room to behind the wall, but was too slow, resulting in her shoulder being shot. She made it out of the room, but she merely flung herself out of the room, and was still in view. One Android arm was trained on Rochell, and the other was on Keesha. It seemed to be awaiting movement.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
Raz pointed to the hole he made, "Maybe we can ask the caravan coming quickly towards us....?"
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(( What about a Discord Channel? Sure IT has a 2,000 Character Limit, but you can make each and every planet its own individual room, set permissions on who chats where, set it to where only YOU can edit the rooms intended for merely describing the planets, their conditions, etc. etc.. ))
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(( Some people don't have discord and it will stop new people from joining if they so wish. Romulan, you can make a post with the planet info and then edit the first message and link the info post there))
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(That's very possible. Trying to make a post or an entire thread if needed only devoted to planet info allows you to put more planets in one post and organise the posts easily. But, I must warn here: you mustn't want to make the list too long. You probably wouldn't want anyone to get lost in or confused by the location list...)
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Everyone, I apologize for not posting the last few days; I've been dealing with a severe case of the flu. The worst of it is behind me, now, but I still have a lingering cough and weakness from being sick.)
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV ***
Vasily roared in a way not like him, and leapt after Gypsie. In a flash, he morphed forms, and became a brown-scaled dragon, diving after Gypsie with incredible speed. He would dive under her, then spread his wings, catching the air and trying to allow Gypsie to land on his back.
*** UT Battle Arena, Suite Floor, Geidi IV ***
As advanced as this android was, it was still too slow for Keesha, who raised and fired a burst from her M41-A at the android's head while it was shooting at Rochell. The depleted-uranium rounds would, if they hit, decimate the droid's head with ease.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
Anna looked shocked at Raz. "Did... did you just talk?" she asked.
*** Tal Shiar base ***
The Romulan ship did not stop, continuing to drain the shields of Anna's ship.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The Agent Crowley looked around and spotted the key to the room on the nightstand, and was quick to pick it up. He opened the door for Michen, and motioned his head. "Come on - I'd very much like to get to the bottom of this so my superiors can relax. They get really uppity when anything out of the ordinary happens."
*** UACS Iron Regent, Unspecified Location ***
"Think of it as an act of good faith," Torrentus said. "Something to show I am not your enemy."
"Hoeny, if what Torrentus is saying is true, we need to get going," Markus told Krystal.
*** Unspecified Location on outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Roc went to the main deck, setting his weapon down and activating the computer in the center of the room.
*** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant ***
"I was never a Jedi," Lana admitted. "I was a Sith, but I joined up with Draco during the crises of Revan's Return and the Onslaught of the Eternal Empire." When she saw Blaine's trophy lightsaber, she chuckled, "So you're the one who offed Nazar... I was hoping I'd bump into you. It's not every day a soldier like you takes out a Sith Lord. I'm impressed."
*** Tower Interior, Mongdrigo ***
"Yes, let us hope so," Malgus agreed. "Either way, My forces will garrison this place, and we will begin clean-up and relief efforts. I don't suppose you'll allow us to coordinate with the Sangheili in that regard?"
*** Outpost 'Vadam ***
The battle at Outpost 'Vadam continued to rage, even as the Sith Covenant's numbers dwindled. They'd managed to take out several allied ships, but the defenders still remained strong.
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*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
"That he did, but I dunno if that caravan is freindly."
*** UACS Iron Regent, Unspecified Location ***
"Then what are you waiting for "Lord-Admiral'?" Krystal asked.
*** Unspecified Location on outskirts of Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Alex plugged in a data device tot eh computer and began to download the program to it.
"This may take a few minutes" Alex informed Roc
----Geidi IV, Orbit.---
a Ship (https://i.imgur.com/oK7TxcZ.png) dropped out of warp in orbit along with it's two Escorts (https://i.imgur.com/UZS3CFT.png)
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant Orbit **
"I'd like to say he was easy but that'd be a lie. Hadn't faced anyone that strong since Mombassa." Blaine replied, chuckling as well. He looked around and noticed the crowds thinning out as they got closer to the rendezvous point.
"Hey, civilian. You think we're almost there?" Kozik asked Dawn, looking over at him.
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((Sorry to hear you've taken ill, Rom. Glad to see you're doin' better though.))
*Tower Interior*
The hooded-one nodded. "Of course. You are in control now, but you can always appoint someone else. What you do now is your choice, the Tiberium may abide."
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*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV ***
Not paying attention to Kyle, Gypsie went wide eyed when she heard the roar and looked back to see a dragon dive toward her. Spreading her body out to prepare to be eaten, Gypsie was quite surprised when this didn't happen, instead she belly flopped onto Kyle's back.
Gathering herself from the pain of hitting a rigid dragon, she noticed the scent on the dragon, "Kyle? I figured you could change into one, but you are quite massive! Screw going through the sewers lets go right in and head right through the body to the heart!", she went forward and wrapped her legs and arms his neck to keep herself firmly on him.
*** UT Battle Arena, Suite Floor, Geidi IV ***
The body stopped in a motion of beginning to tackle Keesha when the head was shot off. The room was filled with utter silence, except with the dull sounds of the interpretation of a 7th grader's first kiss. The Android jerked, came back to life and seemed to continue its momentum in tackling Keesha.
Rochell dragged herself outside of the Gamemaster's room, sitting back against the wall, concentrating on staying awake.
*** Unburnt plains, Dragon Realm ***
The caravan kicked up tons of dust as they continued towards the group, with some mounted and other weapons becoming visible.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen nodded, still feeling like something was off as they started to walk towards the hotel entrance. However, they didn't go very far as they waited for the soldier to come after them. That was when they knew what was so odd about the situation. "Uh, sir? How... do you know my name?"
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(Just a heads-up, people:
My procrastinating mother failed to renew the internet on my end (says she hasn't had time - yeah, right), so after tonight I will be offline. I don't know how long I will stay offline, as my mother is very easily agitated into doing nothing, especially when I remind her to do what she said she would. When I am back online, I will post and let you know.
Until I am online again, please try to keep this going. I don't want it closed in my absence.
--Rom )
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*Tal Shiar base*
Anna roared: "So that's it, huh? Very well! But know you asked for it!" She cut connection, then yelled: "Shoot that thing into oblivion!" The gunslinger set by the guns, and fired at the unknown ship. She completely forgot about the rest of the base and the Klingon ships, but those would probably be very well able to hold their own.
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam muttered to himself: "Unknown signals. They have nothing to go by. If only I could trace the message somehow..." He took his pocket computer, and started looking for any signals present.
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---Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant Orbit---
Dawn twisted his head around whilst walking "Who the hell are you calling a civilian?" with a slightly annoyed, mechanical, tone "But we will be there soon, but I don't know if we will have any more guests. So don't let your guard down".
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant **
Kozik raised his hands defensively, stifling a laugh as Dawn snapped at him. "No offense intended, man. You don't look like a soldier or Jedi, so I'd consider you a civvie." He replied, turning his head to mouth out a curse to Blaine who laughed loudly in return.
"But honestly, my bad. I don't think I got to really introduce myself. Sgt. Kozik, ODST branch." Kozik said, offering a hand to shake to Dawn as they walked.
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*Mongdrigo*
After the fall of Great Leader, the rebels packed up their camp and moved for the city. Relief effort were hardly efforts. Loss was expected on Mongdrigo. So the people celebrated their newfound freedom and unity. Rebels and Loyalists met with open arms and forgiveness.
Garrus, who had led his people and the Sangheili to the city, smiled at Huki. “I’ve never thought I’d see Mongdrigo unified. I recall, back on your planet, you told me that Malgus was an evil man. With the recent developments, I don’t know if we have the same idea of evil, Huki. With the Sith at our backs, maybe we can expand. Who knows? But,” he stopped and took Huki’s should, “I don’t know if we can get Tiberium under control. It will need to be policed for sure. Speaking of. Are there plans to get our people into space? I can’t speak for Malgus, but I wondered if the Sangheili were going to assist?”
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(Roms internet will be down till the end of the month find something to keep the place going guys)
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((alrighty))
---Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant---
Dawn shook his hand "Yeah, yeah. But I'm not one of those, I'm just some guy from really far away. Although I might have been a soldier once...". Dawn trailed off into a bit of thought looking around.
"You must be a big target. We have two guys in pale semi-matching uniforms, about 30 meters behind us".
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(well, great, am I without storyteller for three whole weeks. Eh... Gotta improvise here.)
*Dragon'taan*
Mary had been going on with her usual going-on in the meantime, but decided it was time for a break. She left her robot helpers in charge of the shop and the defence bot behind the cash register, while choosing a holiday destination herself.
*Tomahawk*
Omega and Hor'kuu were discussing what to do with the current situation. Omega was of meaning the Leviathans should put the case to rest, whereas Hor'kuu had revenge still in the back of his mind. Omega made the most clever remark he could make at that time. "Hor'kuu Ice, you have been no doubt been a great king before those pesky Borg attacked. But it is time to put the case to rest. You cannot do anything about it now, and besides... It is no doing to erase an entire warfaction on our own. It would only cause another Extinction. Plus, I sense an evil spirit took control of your thinking. You must not give it that possibility. I always prized you for a clear mind, but something has snapped within you. I am not willing to cooperate with the new you. And I don't think Farrar will either." Hor'kuu stared in the distance. Then he spoke: "I am the seventh king and I should not repeat what the third did. You're right, I must be a fool to destroy what my father and grandfather built."
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant **
"Damn it, my comms are jammed." Blaine said, pulling his earpiece out. He turned his head, noticing the two Dawn was speaking about. Two more possible bounty hunters, most likely armed and just waiting for their moment.
Kozik nodded to Dawn's statement, slowly taking the safety off his rifle. "Mine are pulling static, too. Seems like our company is using a mobile jammer." He said, turning to partly face Blaine.
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***Geidi IV, Orbit ***
A Righteous (https://i.imgur.com/oK7TxcZ.png) class destroyer , the Borealis dropped out of subspace in orbit of the planet.
-Borealis bridge-
"Nari you and amber are going to head down there and figure out what the heck happened, intellgence doesn't like the sudden program cut off they think something is up so you two are gonna head down there and find out what." a white vixen spoke to a silver vixen and a white feral wolf.
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---Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant---
Dawn took a moment more to think "Do we want to wait for them to act or make our move first?"
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*Dragon'taan*
Mary was pondering. She scrolled through the list of possible destinations, and eventually found that she might best plan a trip to Earth.
*Tomahawk*
Omega answered: "That's the king I know. You have acted out of rage and now it's time to go back to wisdom. Of course, we cannot allow another attack. But we have the means to defend ourselves properly now. So let us go back to our common life for as far as we can." Hor'kuu nodded. "You are correct. I'll have the Titanium Leviathan salvaged and return to the throne."
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| NAME | Jason Walker
| GENDER | Male
| AGE | 28
| SPECIES | Human, Caucasian
| APPEARANCE | Pale skin, dark brown facial hair, short dark brown hair. Always wears a camouflage hat and never wears shorts. ((Attachment contains reference pic.))
| HOME PLANET | Space Station 926 (Milky Way Galaxy)
| HOME TOWN | Room 864
| BIOGRAPHY |
Although born in Space Station # 926 within Earth's Galaxy, Jason Walker was rarely, if ever, given the privilege of setting foot on his species' home planet. However, that doesn't mean that he's never been there before. Occasionally, while growing up, his classrooms would allow him the chance to visit alongside them, in Field Trips.
He eventually enlisted in a program to test some new, prototype Bio-Enhancements that would, hopefully, allow an ordinary human to defend his or herself, should a Rogue Spartan ever become a threat, as per the "Master Chief" incident, and what soon followed that. While he was chosen to take part in it, he had to endure rigorous training firsthand, and although he could manage to survive the extreme speeds of which a Spartan could handle, his strength still pales in comparison. However, with a few more adjustments, he could, at the very least, dodge someone and evade with great accuracy and skill, even without his armor on.
Even without Bio-Enhancements, Jason was a very quick thinker, and learner, and mastered the TECH Branches of things, being capable of Engineering weapons and armor that could withstand several huge punches, and grant the wearers protection from all kinds of threats, from Hypothermic and Hyperthermic conditions, to Toxic and Acidic threats. What's more, the belt he always wear holds his armor within it, which provides him the protection he needs from such threats.
Today, he sits in a Coffee Shop somewhere in Sydney, Earth's appointed Capital City, flipping through his watch, which also acts as a Communication Device, a Controller for his Utility Belt, and several other things, like WEB Browser and NEWS Reporter. He would be checking the NEWS for any major things going on, until either called for his Repairing Services, or simply addressed by someone. His table at the moment is empty of anything, save for a single cup of Sweet Tea, which still remains half-full, and steaming at the top.
BASIC INFORMATION UPLOAD SUCCESSFUL. PLEASE INPUT TRAITS BELOW. NOTE THAT FOR EACH POSITIVE TRAIT, A NEGATIVE THAT DOES NOT CONTRADICT ONE OF THE POSITIVE TRAITS SHOULD ALSO BE PROVIDED IN A PROPER 50/50 BALANCE. BE HONEST, AND REST ASSURED, YOUR SECRETS ARE SAFE - NOBODY IS PERFECT, AFTER ALL.
POSITIVE TRAITS
+ QUICK THINKER
As a Quick Thinker, Jason can come up with a plan on the fly, solve problems extraordinarily fast, and learn things even faster, even through mistakes.
+ BIO-ENHANCED RUNNING
Agility is on Jason's side. When it comes to running, a few bio-enhancements have allowed him great feats of speed and maneuverability. In addition to this, his body can take the pressure of extreme speeds a lot more easier than ordinary.
+ DIPLOMATIC
Nobody likes conflict. Double-so for Jason. By studying the known languages, he can speak and/or understand most of what someone says, and respond in kind.
+ TECHNICALLY INCLINED ENGINEER
His whole life, Jason has been a tinker, and a mechanic of sorts. Capable of manufacturing High-Tech Equipment at Work Stations, and come up with handy tools, weapons, and/or makeshift armor on the fly, Jason can be a handy ally to have around.
+ TEAM-ORIENTED
With a good crew on his side, Jason can stand out as one of the best! On the flip-side, however, he needs interaction in his life, if he expects to do well in any job. He works 20% faster than most individuals whenever accompanied by someone, but 20% slower when by himself. This can be both, a Blessing and a Curse.[/tt]
NEGATIVE TRAITS
- FAST EXHAUSTION RATE
Running sucks... especially when you have Medical Reasons that request you not do so! He gets tired quickly, and needs to take a breather every thirty seconds of running. ( A side-effect of the Bio-Enhancements. )
- LIGHTWEIGHT DRINKER
Alcohol just doesn't sit well in Jason's stomach. Barely even able to handle a small beer, he tends to avoid alcohol altogether.
- BIG METABOLISM
Although he may have a small stomach, Jason's Bio-Enhancements push his body quite hard. As such, he needs to eat and drink a lot more in order to keep his body's primary needs sustained.
- PACIFIST AT HEART
Jason was never one to encourage violence. He would especially not want to kill someone, even if given a direct order to do so by his superiors.
- TEAM-ORIENTED
With a good crew on his side, Jason can stand out as one of the best! On the flip-side, however, he needs interaction in his life, if he expects to do well in any job. He works 20% faster than most individuals whenever accompanied by someone, but 20% slower when by himself. This can be both, a Blessing and a Curse.
PROFILE SUMMARY COMPLETE.
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( The current owner of the rp is unfortunatly without internet so, as a co-owner of this rp I think that profile looks good, approved. Welcome to the universe.)
What appeared to be an anthromorphic famale cougar sat down across from Jason, her furry body looking more human like than cat like aside from her claw like hands her right gripping a sort of tablet, her sharp teeth showing as her cat muzzle opened to speak "Jason Walker?"
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Earth | Sydney | Coffee Shop
Jason was fiddling through his watch, when a call came in. Tapping on the button a few times, he smiled and replied in his usual slogan.
"Walker here, patchin' through! I'll fix your s##t as good as new!"
He paused for a moment, before sighing.
"No, I'm not interested in buying a new ShipVac... no, I'm not- ugh..."
With a frustrated groan, he tapped on his watch again, and mumbled, "Stupid telemarketers..."
He then turned and, seemingly for the first time, spotted the cougar and nearly leaped from his seat. He then tapped on his glasses, allowing one of his earpieces to fold into his hat, while his goggles' tinted visor adjusted itself to where they were practically see-through.
"Oh, crap! Sorry, ma'am, didn't notice you were there... y-yes, that's me. Jason Walker, at your service!" He would offer a hand towards the cougar female's direction, smiling brightly.
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"Keri Coug'arr." the she-cat replied shaking Jason's hand with her own paw like hand "I hear your a mechanic and a tinkerer, My employer is looking to hire some good people like you."
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With a friendly, yet firm, handshake (perhaps by instinctively sensing the "Strength"-like personalities of the Khajiit People), Jason nodded his head and leaned back in his seat, taking a quick sip of his tea, before clearing his throat.
"Well, you've definitely come to the right guy, Miss Coug'arr. What all would you like me to fix, and what terms are on the table, exactly? Y'know, things like deadlines that your boss expects me to work with, particular locations I'll have to go to, perhaps a price or somethin' being offered... though the last one I don't really mind too much about. I just tinker for the hell of it really... erm... pardon the language. Kinda got a bit of a loose tongue, but hey, at least it shows how genuine I am about what I say and do. 'Straight from the Heart, Spoken as it is' as my mom once said, y'know?"
He casually shrugged his shoulders, before relaxing his arms on the table. His words, while spoken pretty clear, were quite fast to keep up with for the regular customer.
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"I don't think you understand, MR.Walker, my employer is offering a permanent job position." Keri replied.
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Jason nearly fell from his chair, only just barely catching his drink as it was about to fall.
"W-wait, what?! For real?!"
He then straightened his posture, and eyed his cup thoughtfully.
"I mean, sure, I'll take it, but I ain't really sure who your boss is, exactly... can I get a quick briefing on what I should expect, and where your station is, perhaps?"
He took another sip of his drink, patiently waiting for her response.
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant **
"Too many people around. We'd start a stampede, not even including local law enforcement." Blaine replied, brushing past another civilian who grunted something as they went past.
Kozik grumbled, pulling his helmet back on with a quick hiss. He readjusted his grip on the sniper rifle.
Blaine slowed his pace, still in sight of the group but closer to the two bounty hunters. The massive market began to end as they got with what could be considered a few blocks from the landing pads.
The crowds dissipated slowly as the market ended, giving Blaine reason enough to flip the safety off his submachine gun. Picking up his pace, he stopped behind Lana. "Guess it's now or never for them, everybody." He said to Kozik and Dawn.
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Jason nearly fell from his chair, only just barely catching his drink as it was about to fall.
"W-wait, what?! For real?!"
He then straightened his posture, and eyed his cup thoughtfully.
"I mean, sure, I'll take it, but I ain't really sure who your boss is, exactly... can I get a quick briefing on what I should expect, and where your station is, perhaps?"
He took another sip of his drink, patiently waiting for her response.
(Sorry for the wait wanted others to get their chance to post)
--- Earth Sydney Australia ---
"My employer, is Quatermaster Tigress of the Dragon marauder armory on Dragon'taan you'll be working with advanced Alien technology like Battlemechs similar to the UNSC Mantis walker, Tanks, Aerospace craft, weapons and armor." Keri explained turning her tablet to face Jason showing him a picture of the large 7 foot Tigarian Quartermaster. "she may look intimidating at first ,but trust me she's all heart, though I wouldn't advise getting her angry."
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***Geidi IV, Orbit ***
A Righteous (https://i.imgur.com/oK7TxcZ.png) class destroyer , the Borealis dropped out of subspace in orbit of the planet.
-Borealis bridge-
"Nari you and amber are going to head down there and figure out what the heck happened, intellgence doesn't like the sudden program cut off they think something is up so you two are gonna head down there and find out what." a white vixen spoke to a silver vixen and a white feral wolf.
***Geidi IV, Orbit ***
The android reeled it's arm back and punched Keesha in the face, effectively knocking them out after a long and winded battle, but in this time, Rochell, barely holding onto conciousness, managed to get herself to a emergency phone, wiring it to her communications device, getting out a distress beacon and message out, her voice weak, "My name is... Rochell... I've been impaled and hurt badly... The explosion... was caused by the gam... game mas-ster... I am calling f-from his penthouse f-floor... i-if anyone can hear me... hurry.. I don't have... much... time...", she then passed out from blood loss after making sure her message would be on loop.
The Android made its way to the trophy room off of the Game master's office, being greeted by the GM himself, holding onto an unconcious Angel. The GM handed Angel to the android, "Thank you, Droid. Take her to my vessel while I consult my former employee...", the android did such and sauntered out of the office and towards the private hangar while the GM sauntered towards the fleeting consciousness that was Rochell.
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***Geidi IV, Orbit ***
As the android headed to the door and opened it the path would be blocked by two beings a silver vixen in armor pointing a sort of assault rifle at it "Drop the girl." The vixen growled, beside her a large robotic dog (https://www.ironwindmetals.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10001/BT-286-BW1.jpg) like robot aiming it's large guns at the android, growling
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***Geidi IV, Orbit ***
With its head already shot off, the android shook its shoulders to say no and ducked into cover. Just as it did, the GM saw the vixen and to her, "Ohh, my savior! Please help me, that android has been keeping me her against my will! Th-there's two bodies over there... I-I think they're both still alive.", the GM was putting on quite the show just to save his hams from being riddled.
BY now, Angel was beginning to wake up, still in a very dazed state and bruised all over from the GM's panicked tantrum when she was in that room with him. As she came further into consciousness, she began to quietly groan from the pain. The Android stared at her fiercely with its chest, bonking her on the head to make her stop as a skip in his programming thought she was an alarm clock.
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***Geidi IV, Orbit ***
A click could be heard as the vixen put cuffs on the GM, that suddenly moved to her. "My friend's a telepath and don't think I can't hear well." Nari growled "You can make this easy for me and call your droid back." the silver vixen growled, tossing something into the air. the orb like droid floated over to Keesha and Rochell scanning them with some sort of scanner as it floated near them.
Meanwhile the large robotic Dog chased after the android...
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(Typing from a friend's house, I deeply appreciate you all keeping this RP active. As soon as I get internet back at my house, I will resume posting on a regular basis. In the meantime, I would like you all to think up some new ideas for stories in GS we can pull off when I get back. Send them to me, and I will read over them when I have internet access.)
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Sydney | Earth | Coffee Shop
Jason observed the tablet, and would've nearly spat his tea out, had the cup not been big enough to catch it.
He coughed a few times, before quickly wiping his face with his napkin, and clearing his throat.
"Wait, by Quartermaster Tigress, are ya referrin' to Matriarch Lilly Arcnon's daughter?!"
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Sydney | Earth | Coffee Shop
Jason observed the tablet, and would've nearly spat his tea out, had the cup not been big enough to catch it.
He coughed a few times, before quickly wiping his face with his napkin, and clearing his throat.
"Wait, by Quartermaster Tigress, are ya referrin' to Matriarch Lilly Arcnon's daughter?!"
--- Earth Sydney Australia ---
"Yeah, what of it?" Keri asked.
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***Geidi IV, Orbit ***
A click could be heard as the vixen put cuffs on the GM, that suddenly moved to her. "My friend's a telepath and don't think I can't hear well." Nari growled "You can make this easy for me and call your droid back." the silver vixen growled, tossing something into the air. the orb like droid floated over to Keesha and Rochell scanning them with some sort of scanner as it floated near them.
Meanwhile the large robotic Dog chased after the android...
The GM's smile faded and he used his thick head to propel himself into his captor's jaw. Dazed as he stumbled back, he slowly regained his posture, "Android! Self-destruct! Split the atom!!", the android beeped and began to count down... from 37 minutes. Realizing his programming flaw, the GM's face fell, "**censor**... Welp, jail won't matter... once his timer ends, this entire stadium and the immediate Km will be bathed in radioactivity... Let me go... with my trophy... and I'll disarm my android!".
Meanwhile the android was holding a firm hand against the quadruped's head, struggling to hold it back while the Android's bomb began to tic.
As time began to go on, the GM realized his terrible decision to headbutt a suit of armor, so he had quite the head trauma currently, making his reasonable speech worsen.
Rochell faded back into consciousness as the orb floated over her. Her eyes slowly opened to look at the orb. In a defeated state, yet not done fighting, she began to try and swat at the droid that floated above her, not even coming close to hitting it.
Angel slowly stood up while the Android was distracted and she lept onto its back, making it stumble about to throw her off.
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"Your just killing yourself and the others here, my suit is shielded from radiation and my friend is in an armored mini vehicle that's rated for a vacume..."Nari said.
the Orb sprayed some sort of foam on Rochell's wounds sealing them and stopping the bleeeding, though she'd likely need medical attention later, this would stabilize her for now.
Amber in the large dog machine opened up a port an fired an ion missle at the android in an attempt to disable it while Angel was busy with it.
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*** Geidi IV, GM Penthouse floor ***
"What does it matter? We'll all be fried hot dogs in a few minutes... Mmm, hotdogs...", still dazed from his headbutt, the GM continued to babble out nonsensical things. Angel was slammed back against a wall HARD, knocking her off the android just as Amber's rockets hit the android, disabling it, but the core/torso was still there, radiating an intensive heat, but with wires exposed, it would be possible to disable it now. Angel lay slumped against the wall behind the defeated android, a torn blanket toga still on her, but that was all.
Rochell winced when the foam was placed on her wounds. After a moment she tried to get up, but to only fall back down, screaming in pain. Keesha was visible from the hallway, but was still unconscious.
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*** Geidi IV, GM Penthouse floor ***
"What does it matter? We'll all be fried hot dogs in a few minutes... Mmm, hotdogs...", still dazed from his headbutt, the GM continued to babble out nonsensical things. Angel was slammed back against a wall HARD, knocking her off the android just as Amber's rockets hit the android, disabling it, but the core/torso was still there, radiating an intensive heat, but with wires exposed, it would be possible to disable it now. Angel lay slumped against the wall behind the defeated android, a torn blanket toga still on her, but that was all.
Rochell winced when the foam was placed on her wounds. After a moment she tried to get up, but to only fall back down, screaming in pain. Keesha was visible from the hallway, but was still unconscious.
Nari sighed and rushed over to Rochell. "it's only a temporary thing the foam will degrade with time but will keep your wound sealed. Nari explained to Rochell as she attempted to pick her up.
Amber with almost nothing to manipulate with used the sharp teeth of the Procyon qudarpedal robot to cut as many wires as possible in the droid.
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Earth - Sydney - Coffee Shop
Jason cleared his throat, before once again regaining his composure. "Sorry, it's just that I wasn't really offered a job for Royalty yet, y'know? Most of my rep would be the occasional visitor or soldier lookin' for a few upgrades here and there..."
He would then use his watch to open up a holographic image of a MANTIS Mech, so that he may observe it carefully. He then chuckled a bit, before raising an eyebrow at the device on the screen, and tapping on a few of its parts.
"So we'll be working with yet another METAL GEAR type of Mech... yeah, I can work with that! Although the MANTIS seems kinda old-fashioned, don't you think? Like, it's bound to have the same kinds of flaws that a Metal Gear had back in the days following the FOXHOUND Incident a few generations back.
"I mean, not that there's anything wrong with it, of course. Can't rush that which we've grown familiar with, after all... and besides, you did say that it's modified. Does it at least have a full-scale 360 Sensor Module installed in it, or... ah, wait, nevermind. The Metal Gears only seemed to cover about 145 Degrees forward, which became problematic, so they did hook the MANTIS up with it by default, anyways..."
"Eh, long story short, sure. I'd be happy to help. When do we head out?" he asks the cougar, taking the last sip of his tea, before leaning back on his seat and folding his arms over his chest.
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Earth - Sydney - Coffee Shop
Jason cleared his throat, before once again regaining his composure. "Sorry, it's just that I wasn't really offered a job for Royalty yet, y'know? Most of my rep would be the occasional visitor or soldier lookin' for a few upgrades here and there..."
He would then use his watch to open up a holographic image of a MANTIS Mech, so that he may observe it carefully. He then chuckled a bit, before raising an eyebrow at the device on the screen, and tapping on a few of its parts.
"So we'll be working with yet another METAL GEAR type of Mech... yeah, I can work with that! Although the MANTIS seems kinda old-fashioned, don't you think? Like, it's bound to have the same kinds of flaws that a Metal Gear had back in the days following the FOXHOUND Incident a few generations back.
"I mean, not that there's anything wrong with it, of course. Can't rush that which we've grown familiar with, after all... and besides, you did say that it's modified. Does it at least have a full-scale 360 Sensor Module installed in it, or... ah, wait, nevermind. The Metal Gears only seemed to cover about 145 Degrees forward, which became problematic, so they did hook the MANTIS up with it by default, anyways..."
"Eh, long story short, sure. I'd be happy to help. When do we head out?" he asks the cougar, taking the last sip of his tea, before leaning back on his seat and folding his arms over his chest.
"The Mantis is a Bi-plane compared to an X-wing when compared to This (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Timber_Wolf_(Mad_Cat)) Keri replied showing a hologram of the Omnimech off of her tablet "Battlemechs are hugley more complex and superior to the simple Mantis." Keri explained "But that's just one thing you may be working on, We leave whenever you are ready.And Tigress may be royalty but she doesn't act like it , she even turned down the offer to be the next Matriarch."
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*** Geidi IV, GM Penthouse floor ***
"What does it matter? We'll all be fried hot dogs in a few minutes... Mmm, hotdogs...", still dazed from his headbutt, the GM continued to babble out nonsensical things. Angel was slammed back against a wall HARD, knocking her off the android just as Amber's rockets hit the android, disabling it, but the core/torso was still there, radiating an intensive heat, but with wires exposed, it would be possible to disable it now. Angel lay slumped against the wall behind the defeated android, a torn blanket toga still on her, but that was all.
Rochell winced when the foam was placed on her wounds. After a moment she tried to get up, but to only fall back down, screaming in pain. Keesha was visible from the hallway, but was still unconscious.
Nari sighed and rushed over to Rochell. "it's only a temporary thing the foam will degrade with time but will keep your wound sealed. Nari explained to Rochell as she attempted to pick her up.
Amber with almost nothing to manipulate with used the sharp teeth of the Procyon qudarpedal robot to cut as many wires as possible in the droid.
Rochell was still dazed, but didn't struggle to escape her grasp. She said, trying to yell, but it came out wisped, "Keesha!... I... need to help... her...", this was when she began squirming, but nothing drastic due to her fleeting strength.
Angel staggered as she made her way to stand up, clutching her left hurt rib, but from where she stood, Angel didn't know what to do. causing her to just analyze what was around her.
Through the ravaging of the android's torso, the crisis was averted and the bomb was defused.
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*** Geidi IV, GM Penthouse floor ***
"What does it matter? We'll all be fried hot dogs in a few minutes... Mmm, hotdogs...", still dazed from his headbutt, the GM continued to babble out nonsensical things. Angel was slammed back against a wall HARD, knocking her off the android just as Amber's rockets hit the android, disabling it, but the core/torso was still there, radiating an intensive heat, but with wires exposed, it would be possible to disable it now. Angel lay slumped against the wall behind the defeated android, a torn blanket toga still on her, but that was all.
Rochell winced when the foam was placed on her wounds. After a moment she tried to get up, but to only fall back down, screaming in pain. Keesha was visible from the hallway, but was still unconscious.
Nari sighed and rushed over to Rochell. "it's only a temporary thing the foam will degrade with time but will keep your wound sealed. Nari explained to Rochell as she attempted to pick her up.
Amber with almost nothing to manipulate with used the sharp teeth of the Procyon qudarpedal robot to cut as many wires as possible in the droid.
Rochell was still dazed, but didn't struggle to escape her grasp. She said, trying to yell, but it came out wisped, "Keesha!... I... need to help... her...", this was when she began squirming, but nothing drastic due to her fleeting strength.
Angel staggered as she made her way to stand up, clutching her left hurt rib, but from where she stood, Angel didn't know what to do. causing her to just analyze what was around her.
Through the ravaging of the android's torso, the crisis was averted and the bomb was defused.
"Calm down we'll get her, your in no shape to be so bold, relax." Nari said spotting Keesha.
Amber noticed Angel and slowly moved to her motioning the Protomech's head as if to say 'get on." attempting to get Angel to ride on her back.
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(Good to see this is still going on lol. The OG RP is still kicking I see.)
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(Good to see this is still going on lol. The OG RP is still kicking I see.)
(Rom's internet should be back by next thursday.
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*** Geidi IV, GM Penthouse floor ***
Rochell tried to struggle again before admitting defeat, fine... just... if you're going to do anything to us, hurt me... not her... Keesha deserves better...". Her eyes fluttered as the lids fell over her tired eyes, passing out once more.
Meanwhile, Angel was hesitant about this thing. Yes she saw it save her, but everyone so far that she has trusted has only lead to her getting hurt. Her concerns and fear were starkly visible on her face as she examined the odd thing.
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*** Geidi IV, GM Penthouse floor ***
Rochell tried to struggle again before admitting defeat, fine... just... if you're going to do anything to us, hurt me... not her... Keesha deserves better...". Her eyes fluttered as the lids fell over her tired eyes, passing out once more.
Meanwhile, Angel was hesitant about this thing. Yes she saw it save her, but everyone so far that she has trusted has only lead to her getting hurt. Her concerns and fear were starkly visible on her face as she examined the odd thing.
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"As I said I'm here to save both of you not hurt you." Nari explained looking around for some way to contact the outside as her comm was jammed somehow.
The large robotic dog stepped closer to angel rubbing it's muzzle against her leg gently.
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*** Geidi IV, GM Penthouse floor ***
Rochell tried to struggle again before admitting defeat, fine... just... if you're going to do anything to us, hurt me... not her... Keesha deserves better...". Her eyes fluttered as the lids fell over her tired eyes, passing out once more.
Meanwhile, Angel was hesitant about this thing. Yes she saw it save her, but everyone so far that she has trusted has only lead to her getting hurt. Her concerns and fear were starkly visible on her face as she examined the odd thing.
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"As I said I'm here to save both of you not hurt you." Nari explained looking around for some way to contact the outside as her comm was jammed somehow.
The large robotic dog stepped closer to angel rubbing it's muzzle against her leg gently.
Rochell's heart was becoming more and more faint as they stood there, but currently stood strong.
Angel backed up from the dog, letting out a scared and awkward sound, tripping back over the Android's arm, making her scream. When she opened her eyes after falling, she stared at the bot, scrambling to get up. She didn't like it because not only is it new to her, it was also cold to touch.
Eventually she got around the robot and bolted into the hallway, unintentionally running at the elevator doors and trying to open them. She didn't know where she was going. This girl was just new to the world and was too unsure of what to trust, especially after the last few days.
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With no luck in finding a way to contact the outside, Nari Sighed seeing that Keesha was alright had to attend to things with Rochell. Heading back into the docking bay that she had entered the place in she soon walked into the dropship that brought her there, setting Rochell in the medical bay where a ful blown medical droid would attend to her till they got back to the Borealis.
Amber slowly followed Angel along, acting more like a puppy as she did, mainly trying to keep with her. Again her robotic head motioned for the dragoness to get on her standing a few feet away from her.
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Angel stood there for a good while until she started loosen herself, cautiously inching towards the robo-pup. Still cautious, Angel lightly placed her hand on the head of the bot before her, getting more acquainted with the odd creature, then when her cautious walls fell, Angel's body pulsed with light in happiness. Angel bear-hugged the robot, her thick tail plapping on the ground in her increasing happiness, but this faded and she began crying, tightening her grip on the robot.
Emotions riddled her as each one rushed through her in such a short moment, with an assortment of gases emanating from her with each exaggerated emotion; Anger being corrosive, Sadness causing freezing of the surrounding air, and happiness making any Sentient being feel her happiness. It would take a few more moments of getting Angel to understand the gestures before she would mount the robo-pup, even if the position was quite awkward for both.
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Amber slowly made her way with Angel on her back to the dropship she came in on stopping in the middle of the bridge.
By the time Amber made it back to the dropship with Angel Nari had already gotten Keesha laying her with Rochell in the med bay.
Nari huffed with exhaustion "Took your time Amber?" She asked "Looks like you found what you were looking for ,is your friend okay she looks a little bruised?" The Silver vixen asked,setting the coordinates to take the dropship back to the Borealis
The dropship slowly took off takeing off out of the hanger bay leaving the planet as it headed into orbit to dock with the Destroyer
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*Dragon'taan*
Mary packed her goods for a long, well-deserved holiday. "At least a week," she muttered to herself.
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu encountered Farrar in the hallways of the palace. Her demeanor against her husband changed when she saw he had changed.
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Amber slowly made her way with Angel on her back to the dropship she came in on stopping in the middle of the bridge.
By the time Amber made it back to the dropship with Angel Nari had already gotten Keesha laying her with Rochell in the med bay.
Nari huffed with exhaustion "Took your time Amber?" She asked "Looks like you found what you were looking for ,is your friend okay she looks a little bruised?" The Silver vixen asked,setting the coordinates to take the dropship back to the Borealis
The dropship slowly took off takeing off out of the hanger bay leaving the planet as it headed into orbit to dock with the Destroyer
Just as they were leaving, authorities began to storm the hangar, seeing the ship taking off, and shooting at it with both ballistic and laser, and one guy had a rocket launcher, but fired it backwards, but somehow it ricochet the entire rocket and propelled it back forward to his the side of the drop ship. Angel, stumbling over her feet and the movement of the ship, ran to the nearest person to her and hugged them with a weak death grip, followed by a series of whimpers.
Somehow the rocket blew a hole in the side of the drop ship, depressurizing the cabin and sending loose materials flying out of the cabin it opened.
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Amber slowly made her way with Angel on her back to the dropship she came in on stopping in the middle of the bridge.
By the time Amber made it back to the dropship with Angel Nari had already gotten Keesha laying her with Rochell in the med bay.
Nari huffed with exhaustion "Took your time Amber?" She asked "Looks like you found what you were looking for ,is your friend okay she looks a little bruised?" The Silver vixen asked,setting the coordinates to take the dropship back to the Borealis
The dropship slowly took off takeing off out of the hanger bay leaving the planet as it headed into orbit to dock with the Destroyer
Just as they were leaving, authorities began to storm the hangar, seeing the ship taking off, and shooting at it with both ballistic and laser, and one guy had a rocket launcher, but fired it backwards, but somehow it ricochet the entire rocket and propelled it back forward to his the side of the drop ship. Angel, stumbling over her feet and the movement of the ship, ran to the nearest person to her and hugged them with a weak death grip, followed by a series of whimpers.
Somehow the rocket blew a hole in the side of the drop ship, depressurizing the cabin and sending loose materials flying out of the cabin it opened.
the hole the missile had punctured was to an empty cargo bay that was unusued and was soon sealed by a force field Nari padded Angel comfortingly as soon the dropship would lurch forward as it hit max engines. once the dropship docked with the larger Destroyer the Borealis Nari and Rae, the caption of the ship, along with a 21-B medical droid moved Rochell and Keesha to the larger destroyer's medical bay and one of the droids began to work on Rochell along with a brown furred vixen "Sheese what the heck did they do to you , your a mess." the doctor complained.
Meanwhile, Amber put her Protomech back in storage and came out as a feral wolf to be with Angel rubbing her muzzle against the dragoness' leg.
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Amber slowly made her way with Angel on her back to the dropship she came in on stopping in the middle of the bridge.
By the time Amber made it back to the dropship with Angel Nari had already gotten Keesha laying her with Rochell in the med bay.
Nari huffed with exhaustion "Took your time Amber?" She asked "Looks like you found what you were looking for ,is your friend okay she looks a little bruised?" The Silver vixen asked,setting the coordinates to take the dropship back to the Borealis
The dropship slowly took off takeing off out of the hanger bay leaving the planet as it headed into orbit to dock with the Destroyer
Just as they were leaving, authorities began to storm the hangar, seeing the ship taking off, and shooting at it with both ballistic and laser, and one guy had a rocket launcher, but fired it backwards, but somehow it ricochet the entire rocket and propelled it back forward to his the side of the drop ship. Angel, stumbling over her feet and the movement of the ship, ran to the nearest person to her and hugged them with a weak death grip, followed by a series of whimpers.
Somehow the rocket blew a hole in the side of the drop ship, depressurizing the cabin and sending loose materials flying out of the cabin it opened.
the hole the missile had punctured was to an empty cargo bay that was unusued and was soon sealed by a force field Nari padded Angel comfortingly as soon the dropship would lurch forward as it hit max engines. once the dropship docked with the larger Destroyer the Borealis Nari and Rae, the caption of the ship, along with a 21-B medical droid moved Rochell and Keesha to the larger destroyer's medical bay and one of the droids began to work on Rochell along with a brown furred vixen "Sheese what the heck did they do to you , your a mess." the doctor complained.
Meanwhile, Amber put her Protomech back in storage and came out as a feral wolf to be with Angel rubbing her muzzle against the dragoness' leg.
Rochell was out like a light, groaning quietly as the medical instruments drove into her wounds, cleansing them the repairing her body.
Angel was cowering in the corner of the dropship, but eventually wandered out, screaming abruptly when a weird creature brushed her leg. Angel jumped and scuttled to behind a wall, staring at Amber, that was until it started to register with her what this was. She slowly approached Amber, crawling on all fours as she got closer, poking and pulling at Amber like an inquisitive child. Sizing her ears, poking an eye, ect.
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When Angel started poking at her Amber growled lightly and moved away 'HEY! quit it!' Said Amber's voice in the dragoness' head as Amber spoke telepathically with Angel.
The Doctor stayed and kept whatch over Rochell even after she and the medical droids had finished, and bandaged the Sergal.
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Angel fell back, landing hard on her butt and on a bit of her tail. She stared at Amber, her big ears folding back, and her overall expression being sorry, scared, and hurt. When Amber would try to talk to Angel, some sort of mental wall would be preventing the conversation of telepathy to her.
Items placed in her head long ago by her godly siblings, had been enacted in the effort to keep their sister innocent, despite the good intentions of those who may try to speak with her in that secrecy.
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Angel fell back, landing hard on her butt and on a bit of her tail. She stared at Amber, her big ears folding back, and her overall expression being sorry, scared, and hurt. When Amber would try to talk to Angel, some sort of mental wall would be preventing the conversation of telepathy to her.
Items placed in her head long ago by her godly siblings, had been enacted in the effort to keep their sister innocent, despite the good intentions of those who may try to speak with her in that secrecy.
Amber approached Angel slowly acting again like a small curious pup as to get along with Angel.
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Angel's eyes lit up with happiness once more, trying to pick Amber up and hug them, but failed, so she settled for a normal hug, making happy noises. Angel broke from this embrace as she smelt something tasty wafting through the air, making her stomach rumbled loudly. Slowly getting up on her shaky bare feet, Angel started to wander to where the smell was coming from, saying some words that sounded more like incantations, but even more sounded like pure gibberish. In short, she had said something along the lines of 'food' or 'Something smells good'
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"Arrwoo?" Amber said following Angel around the ship.
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Angel wandered into the galley, stubbing her toe on a table leg. She grabbed her foot, but after a moment of linear hopping, she stopped in front of a warm foods display. Angel pressed her body against the glass, trying to bite it with her teeth, a reflection of her mouth interior being on the glass from the glowing deeper inside her. Feeling around the machine to see how she can get the food, her hand brushed over a panel, the machine stating, "Access denied" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CcMH9gZklGw), over and over again while Angel slammed her hands against the keys.
Angel slumped to the ground, whining loudly while she mocked the sound on the machine. A hand went under the machine and could feel an old corn dog. Hoping it was anything she could eat, Angel grabbed the cold corn dog, half eaten and moldy, and made a motion to chomp down on it.
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Amber walked into the gally just in time and jumped at Angel using her paws to knock the moldy food out of her hands. With that situation averted and the moldy corndog now being picked up by the cleaning robots Amber pressed a paw up against one of the machines and out popped a tray full of fresh corndogs near Angel.
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Angel looked furious at Amber as she smacked what she thought was food, turning around and looking at her recently smacked away moldy corn dog being devoured by a hockey puck thing before disappearing. Angel laid down on the ground, reaching out in despair for her food, knowing it wouldn't come back.
Once the machine made a ding as it dispensed a tray of warm corn dogs. Spinning her body around to look at the noise, she saw the tray come to her and rest next to her on the floor. Angel's eyes sparked with excitement and she began eating the food, crouching next to the tray and eating the food, while her thick and hugable tail swayed happily behind her. While she ate, she looked at Amber and smiled at her with a big mouth of food, offering a corn dog to the pup.
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*Dragon'taan*
Mary double-checked her stuff, just to make sure she didn't miss anything. Fortunately she had everything.
*Tomahawk*
Farrar spoke to Hor'kuu in a different tone than before. "I see you have gone back to your old self," she concluded. Hor'kuu looked at her in his former dignity before speaking: "I now know that my grudge will be revenged, but it doesn't matter by who."
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Angel looked furious at Amber as she smacked what she thought was food, turning around and looking at her recently smacked away moldy corn dog being devoured by a hockey puck thing before disappearing. Angel laid down on the ground, reaching out in despair for her food, knowing it wouldn't come back.
Once the machine made a ding as it dispensed a tray of warm corn dogs. Spinning her body around to look at the noise, she saw the tray come to her and rest next to her on the floor. Angel's eyes sparked with excitement and she began eating the food, crouching next to the tray and eating the food, while her thick and hugable tail swayed happily behind her. While she ate, she looked at Amber and smiled at her with a big mouth of food, offering a corn dog to the pup.
Amber just stood there not trying to get the food or anything she had already eaten before the mission started.
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Angel looked furious at Amber as she smacked what she thought was food, turning around and looking at her recently smacked away moldy corn dog being devoured by a hockey puck thing before disappearing. Angel laid down on the ground, reaching out in despair for her food, knowing it wouldn't come back.
Once the machine made a ding as it dispensed a tray of warm corn dogs. Spinning her body around to look at the noise, she saw the tray come to her and rest next to her on the floor. Angel's eyes sparked with excitement and she began eating the food, crouching next to the tray and eating the food, while her thick and hugable tail swayed happily behind her. While she ate, she looked at Amber and smiled at her with a big mouth of food, offering a corn dog to the pup.
Amber just stood there not trying to get the food or anything she had already eaten before the mission started.
Angel shrugged and went back to eating the food, quickly finishing before getting distracted by another thing. She quickly got up, running from a crouch and tripping for a moment before her gaseous wings popped out of her back to stabilize her before dissipating.
Angel ran into the corridor quite quickly, but whatever she saw, it was gone by the time she got into the hallway, but she continued to look from what wasn't there, wandering down the hallway and entering an open door to some sort of private quarters or Office.
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Amber followed Angel, biting down on her clothes and trying to drag her away, when the dragon went into the room.
"Hmm?" Asked a white vixen looking up from her desk in the room.
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*Dragon'taan*
The next thing to do was actually book the trip- browsing through the travel agents, she just settled for a cheap one- it meant she wasn't to expect a luxury hotel, but what gives?
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu, Farrar and Omega remained there in silence for a while, before they went on to the dining room for dinner.
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(( Sorry for the delay! Been busy, busy, busy! ^_^ ' ))
Earth - Sydney, Australia - Coffee Shop
Jason eyes the blueprints, then nods his head, humming contentedly at the schematics. "I see... well, I'm ready to go whenever you are."
He would pass Keri back the schematics, before sipping the last of his tea down, and standing back up from his seat. He would politely offer a hand to help her up from her seat, as well.
(( I hate my phone. -_-' ))
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(( Sorry for the delay! Been busy, busy, busy! ^_^ ' ))
Earth - Sydney, Australia - Coffee Shop
Jason eyes the blueprints, then nods his head, humming contentedly at the schematics. "I see... well, I'm ready to go whenever you are."
He would pass Kari back the schematics, before sipping the last of his tea down, and standing back up from his seat. He would politely offer a hand to help her up from her seat, as well.
" No thank you." Keri said politly getting up "Well then, follow me." Keri led the way to a heavily modified LAAT/i (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/star-wars-and-mlpfim/images/0/0d/Republic_Gunship.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20140811142730) gunship with a paint scheme that tried to make it look like a dragon.
(no problem, and it's Keri with an E)
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(Am I allowed to join at any rate? Please?)
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(Am I allowed to join at any rate? Please?)
(just post a character bio and join away)
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant **
Blaine kept up with the group, awaiting the bounty hunters' next move.
The landing pads came into sight, revealing a number of parked ships. "Sooo, Dawn. Which ship are we looking for here?" Kozik asked, uncomfortably shifting his grip on the rifle.
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[For GA’s eyes only]
[BEGIN FILE]
Name: [REDACTED]
Codename: WWH1617
Real Name: Wilco Whiteheart
Age: [REDACTED]
Species: Wolf Cyborg
Rank: GEN.
Home Planet: Earth
Army: UNSC/UNSCDF
Bio: Wilco
He is the older brother of Willa Whiteheart and failed the SPARTAN selection program, receiving the height and cybernetic bonuses, but not the armor. He joined the UNSCDF afterwards and rose to GEN. (He now controls most of the UNSCDF?(Possibly?))
[size=78%][ [/size][/size][Combat Record][size=78%]
[END FILE]
[BEGIN FILE]
Name: [REDACTED]
Codename: WWH1520
Real Name: Willa Whiteheart
Age: [REDACTED]
Species: Wolf Super Soldier
Rank: CPT.
Home Planet: Reach
Army: UNSC
Bio: Sister of Wilco Whiteheart. Completed the SPARTAN program and now lives on Reach, wondering where her brother is.
[Combat Record]
[END FILE]
(The blank space represents Classified info)
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(looks good)
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(Thanks! I'm a lil concerned about some things, hence the question mark. Can someone clear that up for me please?)
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---Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant---
"It's the grey one on the left" Dawn took a break to survey the area "I don't see any contacts up ahead, doesn't mean they are not there. "Say, Kozik, How much time does it take you to take aim and shoot to kill?"
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*** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant ***
"Just give me the time to set up and I'll have the shot in seconds." Kozik replied, quickly pulling the slide back on the sniper rifle. Awaiting Dawn's response, he powered up his armor's internal exo-suit and looked around at the nearby rooftops and buildings for a vantage point.
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(Thanks! I'm a lil concerned about some things, hence the question mark. Can someone clear that up for me please?)
(I don't think he'd be in command of the whole of the UNSC maybe second in command under Lord hood.
Also Spartan's have no cyborg parts at all. All the superpowers they get are from gentic modifications and drugs used to enhance them.)
(On another note Romulan_Furry will not have internet for another week, issues with the internet provider)
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(Thanks for clearing that up Alessia. Wilco is 2IC to Lord Hood, his cybernetic parts come from self experimentation (Long story otherwise) and Willa has no cybernetic parts, but has the SPARTAN stuff, Gotcha)
[Earth]
*Wilco sighs and sits down on a chair in his office, looking at some info, trying to find anything on his sister*
[Reach]
*Willa falls off a cliff and clings on to the edge, before climbing back up and looking around for the attacker*
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*Mongdrigo*
“With the entirety of Gorbis United,” Garrus said from the now-deceased Great Leader’s town square dias. “We’ve got space travel open to the public.” The crowd roared in joy. “But, be careful fellow Mongdrigans. Tiberium is our curse. It cannot be allowed to spread. This is the first of many wonderful things that Lord Malgus, and the Sith by extension, have delivered to us. Praise to the Sith!” The crowd dispersed, some quickly collecting their belongings in preparation to leave.
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*Dragon'taan*
Mary was literally one click away from going. 'Click' went the cursor, and everything was ready. All she'd have to do was head to the spaceport now.
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu's gaze darkened again before he said: "If they know enough about Tomahawk they had all reason to come. Unknown to many of the Leviathans, even you, Omega, there is this super-rare but basically priceless mineral we deemed 'Fortifite'. If they knew of its existance, they would have no problems with eradicating all Leviathans to get as much of it as they can."
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*Mongdrigo*
“Blasphemy,” cried Kaiya, the self-proclaimed ‘Maiden of Crystal’. She dispersed with the crowd, returning to her followers house of worship. There upon an alter sat a large crystal, brilliantly blue with flecks of red scattered about. However, to the befuddlement of all scientists on Mongdrigo, it did not spread to everything nearby. Kaiya claimed it to be a way to communicate with the crystals.
“We cannot allow the blessing of tiberium to be halted by the non-believers.” The raccooness steppes to the crystals plinth and removed her hood. Her face was scarred by tiberium, the telltale glowing green ‘crack’ running across her face. Furthermore, the tips of her ears were crystallized, green shards protruding where fur should be. Kaiya pressed her forehead against the blue shard, and prayed.
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*Dragon'taan*
Mary didn't rush. She just took her stuff and went. Short-term plans were uncommon for her, but occasionally her ideas went beyond plans.
*Tomahawk*
Omega stared at Hor'kuu in disbelief. "I never even heard of that mineral! How do you know?" "The previous elder told me. Apparantly, it's so rare you almost never encounter it, and if you do, it's in very small quantities. However, it's so rare I doubt they know about it out there."
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(Is anyone on Earth or Reach? Just asking)
[Earth]
*Wilco pulls up a file and starts reading it, sighing and thinking of his years on Reach*
[Reach]
*Willa runs back to the base and falls over her squadmate, TWH1940. She falls onto her back and looks embarrassed as he opens his visor, being mostly human, he had difficulty with the armor. He crouches and helps her up.* "You ok Willa?" *She nods and blushes, as he laughs and starts walking to the mess hall*
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(Yes, but Michen is in Cairo right now...)
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(Yes, but Michen is in Cairo right now...)
(That's alright Michen. Just feel lonely is all)
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---Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant---
Dawn kept waiting and walking, less than a hundred meters to the ships. "They don't seem to be doing anything for now, but the second they do I'm going to grab you and warp you up so you can have a clean shot, but a second later you will be falling so be ready".
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Sydney - Earth
Jason would follow Keri out of the shop.
"So, which way's the TECH Wing, exactly? Or will I be working in your HQ, or something?"
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(Justin and Alessia. Where are you guys?)
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(Justin and Alessia. Where are you guys?)
Sydney - Earth
Jason would follow Keri out of the shop.
"So, which way's the TECH Wing, exactly? Or will I be working in your HQ, or something?"
(... Pretty sure that answers your question. ^_^)
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(I knda meant if you gys were UNSC or anything... x_x )
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(No my characters are with a diffrent faction entierly.)
"We're headed to Dragon'taan." Keri explained, stepping into the LAAT's passenger compartment.
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(Welp. I guess I'm the only UNSC around here then... RIP :'( )
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(Welp. I guess I'm the only UNSC around here then... RIP :'( )
(I don't mean to be mean or anything, but yeah if you had read back a bit you would have realized that nobody is playing anybody in the UNSC except one person ,but I dunno how well your chars would get along with an ONI SPook.
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Who the ONI? Wilco doesn't mind them, Willa hasn't met one so... yeah)
*Wilco stretches and leaves the UNSC HQ* I heard that there were some nice places... *He said to himself* Might go check out Dragon'taan... Heard some nice things about that place... *He steps into a Pelican and fires it up*
*Willa ran after Tomas to the Mess Hall and slowed down, grabbing something to eat as Tomas sits at a table with their squad*
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Who the ONI? Wilco doesn't mind them, Willa hasn't met one so... yeah)
*Wilco stretches and leaves the UNSC HQ* I heard that there were some nice places... *He said to himself* Might go check out Dragon'taan... Heard some nice things about that place... *He steps into a Pelican and fires it up*
*Willa ran after Tomas to the Mess Hall and slowed down, grabbing something to eat as Tomas sits at a table with their squad*
(I believe Blain plays an ONI spook, however he's busy.
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*Mongdrigo Local Space*
The first of the Mongdrigan Transport Fleet began their voyage after Garrus gave his blessing and the banner of the joint Sith-Mongdrigan fleet was either panted or pinned to the capital crafts. For the first time in generations, Mongdrigo's acrid green cloud cover gave way to pure sunlight.
The moon base, after receiving the command from Garrus to open the warp-generator to full capacity. The massive electric-blue sphere eagerly awaited the ships to plot their courses and warp to any space within range.
[Mongdrigan Ship Design]
Usually massive crescent shapes, these bio-mechanical ships are derived from the very same craft the stranger that brought tiberium to Mongdrigo. Huge membrane-like sheets make up the command bridge and viewports. Their blue, glowing windows give the exterior of the ship a sort of insectile look. They aren't heavily armed, just enough to ward off small would-be raider craft using small point-defense plasma batteries. They use gravitational engines to propel themselves through space at incredible speeds, but utilize special warp-drives to move across great distances. At random intervals, the craft seem to bellow, call out, sing, and even speak to each other.
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*Dragon'taan*
Mary made her way to the spaceport. She didn't rush. The flight would leave in roughly two hours easily.
*Tomahawk*
Omega shook his head. "They weren't after Fortifite. Not a chance. They probably don't even know what kinds of metals and minerals they can get on this planet in the first place. Though, if they knew, it'd be an excellent reason for them to try and deal with us. No, they wanted to keep us away from the other factions. But I don't daresay what the deeper purpose is."
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(( Yessir, still in a story arc with Shoon and Rom. But my two characters are UNSC, Kozik the wolf being apart of the ODST division and Blaine the bear is a former ONI agent who just re enlisted with the UNSCMC. Both are non commissioned officers. ))
*** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant ***
"Aaalright then." Kozik replied, powering his exosuit on. His model of suit didn't extend his height like Blaines', but instead absorbed falling impacts and increased his strength.
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(Oh, cool! Welp, Wilco will on Dragon'taan and Willa... On Reach...)
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(got some news for those of you involved with Rom's characters he needs you to pm him where he left off when he lost internet should be gettign his internet back soon.)(on another note he needs a volunteer for a mission which will be discussed when he gets back on)
"You coming or what?" Keri asked looking to the front of the dropship then back at Justin
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(got some news for those of you involved with Rom's characters he needs you to pm him where he left off when he lost internet should be gettign his internet back soon.)(on another note he needs a volunteer for a mission which will be discussed when he gets back on)
"You coming or what?" Keri asked looking to the front of the dropship then back at Justin
"Dragonta'an... sounds good. Wonder if we'll bump into any Dragons while we're there?" Jason commented with a nod. He would follow Keri into the dropship.
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*Dragon'taan*
Mary arrived early. She had patience, though.
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu remembered: "They said something about reviving an empire. Problem is, I cannot understand why it would be so important to them. Even then, Tomahawk remains a central base for reaching the 4 other civilisations in Solaris. It remains the most probable reason." Omega remarked: "But why not Gaia?" "Must I remind you of Havoc Jumbojet?" "True. If it weren't for that guy, the chance they'd try to take Gaia would be way higher."
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen walked down the hotel stairs to the ground floor. In the meantime they were trying to think back where the area they came from was. The evening they were reawakened here they spent a lot of time looking around in the city trying to find a great point of recognition. They found that in the "station", but didn't have a chance to really explore yet.
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---Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant---
"40 meters away, on the left" Dawn announced to the group, looking back to make sure everybody are still with them, including the possible enemies.
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(Attempting this from my phone, so forgive me if any of this is misspelled.)
((( Starship 'Chimera', Geidi IV Orbit)))
Vasily twitched and mumbled in his fitful sleep. To anyone in the vicinity, it would seem as though he were having a terrifying nightmare.
((( Old Galactic Market District Landing Pads, Coruscant)))
Lana headed for her shuttle, fully aware of the hunters following them. "Any ideas?" she asked those present. "We need to lose them somehow."
(((Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan)))
Ketorr was already up as the Sun rose over Draco City, feeding his son. Lian and her fiance were reading a news article together, and Ketorr's mother was watching TV.
((( Sith Command Center, Gorbis Mongdrigo )))
(Ray, feel free to include your chars in this bit.)
Malgus strode into the command center after waking from a we'll-earned rest. Looking for the duty officer as his black cloak fluttered about, he wondered how the locals were getting along with his forces.
(I'll get to others when my battery is fully charged. The browser drains it fast.)
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((Hey! Welcome back, Rom, from your trials and tribulations. I hope everything's going well.))
*Sith Command Center, Mongdrigo*
Garrus, after entering the Command Center, quickly brought himself to Malgus's side. "Master Malgus! The integration of the Sith is going amazingly! The people love the Sith. We've got starships headed for deep space as we speak."
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((Hey! Welcome back, Rom, from your trials and tribulations. I hope everything's going well.))
*Sith Command Center, Mongdrigo*
Garrus, after entering the Command Center, quickly brought himself to Malgus's side. "Master Malgus! The integration of the Sith is going amazingly! The people love the Sith. We've got starships headed for deep space as we speak."
"I see," Malgus responded. "Your ships -- are they under escort, and where exactly are they headed?"
(Thank you, Ray. Don't have internet on my pc yet, but it'll hopefully be available tomorrow. Well see.)
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Garrus rubbed the back of his neck sheepishly. "Erm...they're armed? But no escort. They're using radio-scanners to plot courses to the more...erm...heavily populated planets. I-Is there a reason to be escorted?"
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Malgus leaned close to Garrus and told him in a hushed tone, "What I am about to tell you is not to be told to the General public unless I or the new government here say so -- am I clear on that?" From his tone, one would surmise that Malgus was about to say something dreadful, something that could spark a panic if it got out. At the same time, it was also because he felt the people had been through enough already, and didn't want to drag them through anything else unless he had no choice.
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Garrus, visibly shocked, nodded his head quickly.
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"We live in dangerous times," Malgus said hushedly. "A faction known only as the Sith Covenant have been attacking territories all across this 'verse... And my intelligence branch believes this system may be next. They think the Covenant is looking for a place they can gain a foothold in, then use that territory as a staging ground." Malgus paused to stand upright. "Make no mistake -- the New Sith Empire stands ready to defend this world; but I'd feel better knowing your outgoing ships are escorted, lest they fall prey to a Sith Covenant raiding party or anything similar."
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Garrus blanched. “T-There’s...w-we can’t. We don’t have a-anymore ships! I-If they can i-interrupt warp travel...t-they’ll be fine.”
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** Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant **
"Better time than ever, Dawn." Kozik said, turning to face the bounty hunters. He flicked the safety off his sniper rifle, small bursts of air shooting from his armor as he corrected his stance.
"Just run for the ship and be ready to use that," Blaine said to Lana, pointing to her lightsaber. He too flicked the safety off on his SMG, turning to face the bounty hunters as Kozik did.
The bounty hunters were unphased, readying their weapons but waiting for contact. It appeared to be a momentary stalemate.
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((( Sith Command Center, Gorbis Mongdrigo )))
"Where exactly were they headed?" Malgus asked.
((( Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant )))
Lana did as was requested, heading for the shuttle, where she would try to bring it online and, while keeping the boarding ramp down so the others could enter, turn the craft counter-clockwise to bring the dual rotary laser autocannons to bear on the bounty hunters.
((( Cairo, Earth )))
Agent Crowley followed Michen to wherever they were going, intent on learning how exactly they got here.
((( Unspecified Location near Belsavis )))
The massive, Star Destroyer-esque vessel Sat cloaked on the night side of Belsavis as her commander stood staring out at space, lost in thought. No further mercs or bounty hunters had come after him, but he refused to believe they weren't looking for him. Question was... How did they know where he was the last time they'd attacked him?
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*Sith Command Center*
[/size]Garrus’s brow furrowed as he tried to remember. “Uh...w-well...Velstraad was headed to some industrial-economic planet. He couldn’t identify the name...uh...” At this he withdrew a pad of paper. “Said ‘council’ and ‘senate’ came up a lot. Fertrin wanted to meet up with the refugees. His wife’s there and was supposedly pregnant before she left. And eh...Okkal said that there was some kinda big military planet he found. He kept getting the word ‘uncs’? Not sure what it means, but Okkal’s big into guns so...”
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[/size]((To specify, they’re going to Coruscant, Sangheilios, and either Reach or Earth. I haven’t nailed down the third one.))
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen somehow managed to get back to the station an armyman found them earlier. Outside of the building they sat down for a while, thinking about how they actually got here. Then something else popped up. They turned around and looked at the sergeant following them. "Uh, back at the hotel... How did you know my name, exactly?"
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--- between Gorbis Mongdrigo and Coruscant --
An ORS-class heavy cruiser, theShadow's Mistdropped out of slipspace between the two planets, engaging it's cloaking device which due to improper installation leaked tachyon particles, makign the large vessel detectable to the right sensors as it waited in the darkness of space for something. If one would have caught a glimps of the ship the Sith Covenant logo would be a clear indication of the ships allegence.
" maintain cloak and turn all sensors to full, the great leaders want this sector emty of any ships, if you spot any inform me immediantly." said the voice of a Sangheili hologram transmitting from the captain's quaters of the ship.
"it shall be done, Shipmaster." replied the second in command, another sangheili, wearing honor guard armor ,but in an odd black an glowing red color.
-Reznov Residence-
Kia walked downstairs with a loud yawn, arms stretching as she looked around. Seeing everyone busy she spoke up and said. "Well glad your parents have fit in, Ketorr."
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*** Cairo, Earth ***
"The receptionist told me. How they knew, I do not know," Crowley told Michen.
*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"As am I," Ketorr replied as he fed John another spoonful. "Sleep well?"
*** Starship Grendlekeep, Draco City Outskirts, Dragon'taan ***
Roc went through the mission profile he had while Alex went about decrypting her data. "Any luck, over there?" he called to her from the cockpit.
*** Sith Command Center, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
"Very well," Malgus said, "But in the future, I'd prefer to be kept in the loop regarding these things. We cannot protect you if we know not where you go." He paused just shy of a war room door. "I assume these territories will be amenable to trade?"
*** Outpost 'Mantakar ***
In the quiet around the Coalition Outpost in Cornerian Space, Outpost 'Mantakar suddenly stopped receiving status signals from Corneria. "Commander?" one of the officers said. "The signal from Corneria has stopped transmitting."
The commander shrugged it off. "They said they'd be taking their comms offline for routine maintenance; pay it no mind."
"The comm maintenance wasn't supposed to commence for another two hours, sir," the junior officer protested.
"I said don't worry about it, Lieutenant," the commander growled. "Give it an hour, maybe two, they'll be back online."
*** Corneria ***
In the quiet of Corneria orbit, the sudden cutting of the comm line between them and the nearby Coalition Outpost did not go unnoticed. The furs there worked frantically to restore their comms, and with good reason - long-range sensors detected multiple Slipspace signals inbound.
Corneria was being invaded.
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Vasily continued to moan and toss and turn, a clear indication of his unsettled mind.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"... you're sure she can handle such a large order?" asked Kaidon 'Vadam, conversing with High General Kyle over a subspace transmission.
"You know her as well as I do, Kaidon; she's never not delivered for either of us. She can handle it," Kyle assured the Sangheili.
Thel sighed. "Very well. I leave it in her hands," he said. "I look forward to the status updates."
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
Markus lay sound asleep in the bed he shared with Krystal, seemingly oblivious to the ringing subspace transmitter.
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*** Reznov Residence, Dragon'taan ***
"I guess, if you consider nightmares a good sleep." Kia sighed in responce.
*** Starship Grendlekeep, Draco City Outskirts, Dragon'taan ***
"This is gonna take awhile apparently there is a lot of classified material in it." Alex responded.
*** Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia ***
The blue vixen groaned patting the slightly larger tiger on the back "Your phone you answer." the vixen grumbled.
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((( Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia )))
Markus groaned in protest. "Who is it?" he asked.
((( Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan )))
Ketorr frowned in concern, looking up at Kia. It was his mother that put voice to his thoughts: "Nightmares about what, dear?"
((( Starship 'Grendlekeep', Draco City Outskirts, Dragon'taan )))
Roc merely shrugged. "Let me know when you crack it," he requested.
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[Dragon'taan]
*Wilco drops out of slipspace and, after being allowed to land, he landed at the spaceport. After he made sure his ship and equipment were secure, he left the ship and looked around*
[Reach]
*Willa looked at Tomas as they finished the course* "I'm still... faster then you..." *She pants as she looks up*
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*Sith Command Center*Garrus nodded. "Tiberium, once it's treated so it won't 'grow', can be refined to almost any metal. It also makes beautiful jewelry."
*Deep Space, nearing Coruscant*
Velstraad's ship, the Craat, sent a deep-range broad-spectrum transmission to Coruscant.
'This is the Craat, a capital-class trade/transport ship from Gorbis Mongdrigo. We've all manner of rare minerals and goods to trade. We request docking permission, if at all possible.'
*Deep Space, nearing Sangheilios*
Fertrin's ship, Grand Green, sent a deep-range transmission to Sangheilios.
'Greetings Sangheilios! This is Admiral Fertrin of the Grand Green. We come in peace from Gorbis Mongdrigo with rare minerals and goods for trade. And the refugees that arrived many months ago, we've come to take them home if they wish. If I may be personal about it, my wife is with child in the camp, and I want to put her mind at ease.'
*Deep Space, lost somewhere near Reach*
Okkal bit his claws, as his ship dropped from warp. He scanned over navigational data, completely lost. "I swear we had intelligent radio contact...erm...eh...Comms! Send out an SOS, we're lost. Tell 'em we're looking for military allies."
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Keri's Ship
Jason would make himself comfortable at a Workstation, already getting to work on studying the MECH Blueprints, and taking several notes on his Holopad. If anything, these schematics would almost seem too easy for him to work on. By the time they reach Dragota'an, he would have already memorized the entire schematics by sheer memory.
Having some time to spare, he buzzes Keri on his radio. "So hey, Captain, do we have an ETA on when we should arrive?"
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((( Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia )))
Markus groaned in protest. "Who is it?" he asked.
((( Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan )))
Ketorr frowned in concern, looking up at Kia. It was his mother that put voice to his thoughts: "Nightmares about what, dear?"
((( Starship 'Grendlekeep', Draco City Outskirts, Dragon'taan )))
Roc merely shrugged. "Let me know when you crack it," he requested.
---((( Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia )))---
"How should I know?" Krystal groand back.
((( Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan )))
"Oh something about being back in elemntary school but as my present self.Kia replied with a yawn.
*Deep Space, nearing Coruscant*
The Shadow's mist Decloaked Launching seraph and Tie Enforcers (http://swfanon.wikia.com/wiki/TIE/ni_Enforcer) launcher from the de-cloaking vessel flying towards the Craat a sangheili coming over the comm "Craat you are hereby taken as property of the Sith Covenant. p{ower down your engines and prepare to be boarded and no one will be hurt."
-Keri's ship-
"5 minutes unless something messes up." Keri replied.
((( Starship 'Grendlekeep', Draco City Outskirts, Dragon'taan )))
"That was the idea...." Alex replied.
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*Deep Space*
Vestraad thought a moment, before complying. “We’ve already allied with the Sith, though...strange.” He did, however, send a message back to Gorbis, reading as follows;
“We’ve been halted by the Sith Covenant. Are we allies?”
Vestraad then left the command deck, going to meet the boarding party to discuss what he thought was a misunderstanding.
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((( Deep Space near Coruscant )))
The starship 'Craat' would receive a swift response: "Sith Covenant are not allies of the New Sith Empire! We are sending reinforcements; Stall Covenant forces any way you can!"
((( Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia )))
Markus grumbled and reluctantly got out of bed to answer the call, finding it was his XO that was calling. "Voro... I trust you woke me with news of profound value?" he irritable grumbled.
"Indeed, Lord-Admiral," the holo-Sangheili answered. "We've lost contact with Corneria and the CDF. Local commander at Outpost 'Mantakar passed it off as a comm system malfunction, but I am not so certain."
Markus thought for a moment before responding, "Whistle up a scouting party and send them to investigate. Keep me informed as to their finding. Tokarev out." Voro nodded and saluted wirelessly before cutting the channel, leaving Markus to ponder Corneria's fate.
((( Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan )))
Ketorr breathed a sigh in relief. "Okay... Well, coffee's ready, if you want some."
((( Starship 'Grendlekeep', Draco City outskirts, Dragon'taan )))
Roc shrugged and went back to his work, patiently waiting on Alex.
((( Draco City, Dragon'taan )))
A greeter droid approached Wilco and spoke, "Greetings, traveler! Welcome to Dragon'taan! Home of the Dragon-shifters and the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps! How may I be of service?"
((( Deep Space near Reach )))
As it happened, there was a UNSC ship in the area -- one of the up-scaled modified variants of the Punic-class supercarriers armed with UNSC and Sangheili weapons, named the UNSC 'Sound of Victory'. It sent out an open hailing signal: "Attention, unidentified starship -- this is Rear Admiral Stauffenberg. I am answering your distress call. You fellows lost?"
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((( Deep Space near Coruscant )))
"I repeat power down your engines!" the Sangheili replied the tie fighters and Seraph fighters approaching the Craat one Tie fighter firing a warning shot across and over the top of the Craats hull.
Meanwhile onboard the Shadow's mist cruiser a Tie lander in one of the docking bays was being prepared to board the Craat Sangheili and troopers boarded the craft (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Imperial_soldier)
(( Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia )))
Krystal meanwhile went back to sleep.
Kari was in the kitchen cooking breakfast "place is pretty quiet in the morning." She said mostly to herself.
((( Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan )))
"You know as well as anyone I don't drink Coffee, Ketorr." Kia replied
(((Dragon'taan orbit))
Keri's ship dropped out of subspace in orbit of Dragon'taan, and the Laat/i headed for the surface.
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---Old Galactic Market District Landing Pads, Coruscant---
"Well, I was hoping they will attack first since they weren't confirmed as hostiles but I guess we don't have a choice now.. Initiating manoeuvre!" Dawn grabbed Kozik and jumped in the air. Reality bent around them with a purple glow and suddenly they were 3 meters in the air "Take the shot!"
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** Old Galactic Market District Landing Pads, Coruscant **
Kozik fired twice, hitting two of the three bounty hunters. Landing with a loud thud, he shook off the shakes and looked back up.
Blaine opened fire, laying down a loud base of fire that clipped the last hunter. After a moment, he lowered the now smoking gun and turned to the others.
"On the ship, go!" He ordered, Kozik taking the lead back to Laba's ship.
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[Dragon'taan]
*Wilco looked at the greeter droid* "Would there be anything happening right now?" *He asks as he looks around, making sure to keep his eye on the droid*
[Reach]
*Willa hears what the 'Sound of Victory' says as she checks the radio comms. Confused, she keeps an eye on the frequency*
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(So... Anyone want to volunteer for the mission I had planned that Starfur mentioned? Details will be sent via pm.)
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(Me! ^_^ )
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*Deep Space, near Coruscant*
Vestraad winced as the shot passed over the hull and sighed as he processed the message sent to him. "Easy! T-The engines are off! Please, we've civilians onboard. Men, women, even a few children! We've no weapons onboard, there's no reason for hostility."
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An error has occurred. Rebooting story...
Story rebooted. Continuing from old data.
*Tal Shiar Base*
Anna watched at what the unknown ship would do under Faith's fire. She knew they wouldn't like what she did. But, she didn't like what they did to her either.
*Mining area, Dragon'taan*
Fayam waved his pocket computer in the air to check for any signal at all.
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu muttered: "Maybe it's not really important what their higher purpose is. Well, it's not to us. We'll strike back if they happen to appear again."
*Dragon'taan*
Mary casually pulled her luggage across the spaceport, but couldn't find her flight yet.
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((( Deep Space near Coruscant )))
Intermittent signals would begin showing up on sensors, but could easily be disregarded as subspace white noise or some random spatial anomaly, rather than anything suspicious.
And the commander of a scaled-up Harrower-III Battleship hoped it would stay that way.
((( Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant )))
As soon as everyone would get aboard her shuttle, Lana would shut the boarding ramp and head for orbit. "Which ship did you lot come from?" she asked.
((( Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan )))
The greeter droid responded, "That would depend on what you came here for; there are many things going on here on Dragon'taan."
((( Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan )))
Ketorr shrugged. "Just offering," he said.
((( Indari Manor, Dragon'taan )))
Kyle got into his uniform and straightened it out, getting ready to head for Tigress' Armory.
((( Starship 'Iron Dragon', Belsavis Orbit )))
The Admiral felt he had lingered at Belsavis long enough. Time to mobilize. "All hands... Prepare to mobilize."
((( Tal Shiar Base outside New Romulus )))
The Tal Shiar ship began to crumble, then slow as the engines took hits. A pair of K'vort-class birds-of-prey noticed, and began advancing.
((( Mining Settlement, Dragon'taan )))
Fayam would find no discernable signals on his pocket computer. However, he would find, if he was paying attention, odd readings on one of the tunnel walls that were not consistent with the readings on the walls of the rest of the tunnel.
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*Deep Space, near Coruscant*
Vestraad winced as the shot passed over the hull and sighed as he processed the message sent to him. "Easy! T-The engines are off! Please, we've civilians onboard. Men, women, even a few children! We've no weapons onboard, there's no reason for hostility."
M
*Deep Space, near Coruscant*
"Prepare to be boarded." came the reply. THe Tie lander took off from the covanant ship and headed for the Craat
-Reznov residence -
"You know me better than that." Kia slightly teased grabbing a picther out of the fridge.
-Dragon'taan spaceport-
The LAAt ship landed at a space dock and The cougar , Keri got out waiting for Jason "just for the record i'm not a captain.
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Dragota'an Spaceport
Jason follows Keri out of the shuttle, and shrugs his shoulders. "Eh... you seem skilled enough of a Pilot to be considered one... though I guess for formalities, what exactly should I call you? If you don't mind me asking, that is..."
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
"Okay..." Michen tilted their head. It seemed the situation was slowly getting weirder, but there was nothing they could do for now. Then they started thinking how they got here again. Mentally, they attempted to map out the way from the steel building to here.
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(Justin, that's "Dragon'taan", not Dragota'an.)
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Dragota"an Spaceport
Jason follows Keri out of the shuttle, and shrugs his shoulders. "Eh... you seem skilled enough of a Pilot to be considered one... though I guess for formalities, what exactly should I call you? If you don't mind me asking, that is..."
"Keri..." The cougar replied leading the way out of the space port and to a hover car.
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***Borealis Destroyer - exiting Geidi V Orbit - Medical Bay***
Rochell's eyes burst open as she suddenly came to, tossing a medical droid hovering above her at the wall, and attempting to get up, "KEESHA!? Wh-where are you!?", a rolling IV bag trailed behind her as she wandered the medical bay.
***Borealis Destroyer - exiting Geidi V Orbit - Empty Utility closet***
Angel stood in the closet, having gotten separated from the dog that had been looking after her. She simply stood there, admiring the half-empty chemical bottles, and poking some of the spiders that had made the closet their home.
*** Sith Command Center, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
"Very well," Malgus said, "But in the future, I'd prefer to be kept in the loop regarding these things. We cannot protect you if we know not where you go." He paused just shy of a war room door. "I assume these territories will be amenable to trade?"
*** Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Kyle Vasily was right to be concerned because in a heated fight, Gypsie accidentally knocked him out and disappeared to planet side, but tears had been falling from her eyes when she had done this, saying sorry to Kyle as she climbed into an escape pod.
*** Geidi IV- Planet Side- Poachers Camp***
A team of poachers had captured Gypsie out of her pod due to some faulty targeting systems upon launch. Currently the team was loading her and their other spoils onto a Junker Cruiser, outfitted with holding containers reinforced with a type of buffering titanium mesh.
When Gypsie came to, they had dressed her in some other tribal clothing, and taken every bit of technology off her, including her syringer gun. Gypsie jumped at the bars of her holding cage, trying to slice them, but the bars were pulsing with electricity, so the shock ended up being shot back against the wall, and as she lay there, staring at the bars, tears started to flow from her eyes, pleading for help.
After all of the spoils were loaded in, the ship began to power up.
((Rom, Alessia, are we continuing the bit with Raz by any chance?))
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((( Starship 'Chimera', Geidi IV Orbit )))
Vasily woke with a scream, as he had been dreaming of Gypsie. She was in pain.
She needed him. He rushed into his Combat Armor and hurried onto the bridge to manually send the engines into overdrive, following what he hoped he was feeling was the woman he'd come to love.
((( Geidi IV, Poacher Campsite )))
--- 45 Minutes later ---
The poachers, if they quieted down, could pick up the unmistakable sound of ion engines -- lots of them. Sensors would pick up multiple contacts inbound, all of them with the double-head axe shape.
JX70A1 TIE Marauders.
(Where did we leave off with Raz?)
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(last i recall they wer still in the cave with some strangers approaching)
*Borealis Destroyer - exiting Geidi V Orbit - Medical Bay*
"Whoa WHoa Calm down!" said the ships doctor a female brown Wolf, looking a bit like she was partially husky. "Your friend is in the other bed." The brown she-wolf added.
"Awoo?" Ambre made a sound as she scratched on the door of the closet Angel was in.
Borealis- Bridge Geidi V Orbit.
"Argo, verify the sensor readings of Ion engines are we dealing with the imperial warlords, the SC or what?"
"I cannot identify the TIEs allegiance, Rae." A orange hologram of a dragon replied as he walked around the top of a holo table
"Shields up and prep weapons ,but don't fire yet." Rae commanded.
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*Deep Space near Coruscant*
Vestraad nodded and opened the hangar doors. "Doors are open. Welcome aboard, I guess."
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*Deep Space near Coruscant*
Vestraad nodded and opened the hangar doors. "Doors are open. Welcome aboard, I guess."
*Deep Space near Coruscant*
The Tie lander flew towards the Craat heading for it's hanger.
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*Mining district, Dragon'taan*
Fayam smiled. "Aha... So that's where you're hiding them, huh? Leaving some weird notes. Clever. I'd better get cracking." He 'borrowed' some tools to investigate the spot in question.
*Tal Shiar base*
Anna felt like she was in control. She kept the fire going and watched the ship turn into dust. "How'd you like that, huh? That'll teach you to drain my systems."
*Tomahawk*
Omage asked Hor'kuu: "What's the chance of them attacking other civilisations?" "The Gaians are the next most likely target. The rest of the planets isn't really worth going after. You have the Nasatic, but their planet is made out of mostly just ice and snow. There's not much resources to be had there. The Mohanim are more interesting, but their planet cannot be colonised by the average human or alien faction. It's too hot and hasn't much to offer except a fertile soil. Besides, the atmosphere there is more toxic than poison breath. The Terrans... I'm not sure. They don't want anything with anyone. Their planet is interesting, but they might surprise those scoundrels if they get too close. I don't know if they want to risk that. It's not for nothing that we know the least of them." Omega thought about all that. Then, he said: "They might also attack here again. We, however, are ready. And so are the Gaians. They sure have some guts to try again."
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*Deep Space, near Coruscant*
Vestraad, followed by a few of the command crew, awaited the Sith boarding crew. They were unarmed, as they did think them necessary. “What have we gotten into,” Vestraad sighed to himself."
The ship’s chitinous hanger doors opened as the ship groaned loudly.
Vestraad sighed again, patting the nearby wall. “Easy g’el. We’ll be fine...”
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*Deep Space, near Coruscant*
Vestraad, followed by a few of the command crew, awaited the Sith boarding crew. They were unarmed, as they did think them necessary. “What have we gotten into,” Vestraad sighed to himself."
The ship’s chitinous hanger doors opened as the ship groaned loudly.
Vestraad sighed again, patting the nearby wall. “Easy g’el. We’ll be fine...”
The Tie lander landed in the Craat's hanger bay and the loading door opened as troopers and sith dressed Sangheili unloaded into the bay weapons in thier holster position, but nonetheless ready to be used should the need arise.
"Inform the shipmaster that we have landed and search the cargo, you two with me to the bridge." the commander a sangheili dressed in a red and black combat harness said pointing to two other Sangheili one dressed in black and the other in red. "Take us to your bridge." he demanded one of the purple racoons.
--Lylat system, CAS-Assault Carrier, Ravage's Light ,Lord Telcam's personal quaters. --
"Lord Telcam I require your status on the invasion of the Lylat system, has team Starfox been dealt with?" Said the darkened hologram of the Sith Covenant's leader, Darth Ravage a Sangheili sith.
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((( Flagship 'Ravage's Light', Corneria Orbit )))
"They are being hunted down as we speak," Lord 'Teclam responded. "They have nowhere to run, and Commander Graad has cut off their ability to call for help. They are trapped, and will be dealt with shortly. All is going according to plan, my emperor."
((( Low Orbit, Corneria )))
Fox couldn't believe he was doing this. Going back to her was never an option for him. But even Fara admitted they had no choice. Communication with the rest of the galaxy had been effectively cut off, the Sith Covenant had been far more cunning than the CDF had anticipated, and with most of Corneria under their control -- including Fox's hometown -- Fox and his team now found themselves using Slippy's Experimental Adapted Cloaking Device on a stolen assault shuttle to board and capture an enemy frigate to go all the way to New Cerinia. Fox still felt he would get a cold reception from Krystal.
But there was no other choice. Fox had to swallow his pride and ask for aid from the very woman he hurt all those years ago.
(((Deep Space near Coruscant)))
Suddenly, a battle group of Sith Imperial ships appeared -- consisting of one Harrower-III Battleship, two Harrower-II Battlecruisers, and four Terminus-II Battle Frigates. The lead ship sent out an open hail to the Sith Covenant ship: "Attention - this ship is under the protection of the New Sith Empire. Remove your personnel from their ship and leave this sector... Or face the dire consequences!"
(((Sangheilios Orbit)))
Kaidon 'Adam himself greeted the Mongdrigan ships: "Welcome to Sangheilios. We are sending landing coordinates and docking procedures; and if you tell me your wife's name, I will send a runner to her with the news."
(Mary, I'll get you next post. Had a long day today.)
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*Deep Space, near Coruscant*
Vestraad sighed. "Very well, follow me to the bridge. Cargo bays are going to be opposite the bridge."
*Sangheilios Orbit*
Fertrin nodded. "Andrea is her name. Be wary, though. She can be a little...crazed...especially with children." He then directed his vessel to land according to the plans.
*Deep Space, Reach*
Okkal sighed in relief as the UNSC message came through.
"Thank goodness you guys showed up! Yeah, we're a bit lost. Not eh...not our neck of the woods, as it is. Can we get directions to...well...I'm looking to trade military technologies."
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(( Flagship 'Ravage's Light', Corneria Orbit )))
"Regardless Fox is not to be underestimated, he may have 'drove off' one of our adversaries in the past ,but we'll be using that very mistake against him I have hired a merc who is a clone of someone he knew. If your mission fails she will take over the mission while you secure the Lylat system." Ravage noted.
*Deep Space, near Coruscant*
"We have already claimed this ship in the name of the Sith Covenant, traitors, turn back or face the wrath of the TRUE SITH EMPIRE!" Growled the Sangheili shipmaster of the Shadow's mist
Meanwhile on the Craat the boarding party continued on their mission, not making any hostile moves. Sighing The commader soon turned slowly to the racoon leading him to the bridge. "When we get to the bridge, get me to your comm system." he orderd though sounding Gruff and mean the boarding party was ordered not to hurt anyone they wanted the ship and it's contents intact.
--- Reznov residence ---
"And as I said before, you know me better than that. Where is John?" Kia responded
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-New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion, Hanger.--
Krystal feeling a little uneasy sat on the edge of the cockpit of her old Cloudrunner ,though the old ship had seen many upgrades it still appeared like the old cloudrunner she had piloted to the system decades ago. climibing into the cockpit another blue Vixen walked up to the ship, Crystal Krystal's clone. "You feel it too?" she asked "Yes something isn't right about these current events..." Krystal responded to her clone, pressing a button on her belt, revealing another Cloud runner "You think your up for some flying?"...
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*Deep Space, Coruscant*
Vestraad nodded and led the boarding leader to the comms console. A strange looking console, it looked more biological than mechanical. "Just put your paw on the membrane and speak."
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[Dragon'taan]
*Wilco looked at the guide droid, seeing a fur and a... human? leave a LAAT/i beside him, and curious, walks over* Hi! *He calls out to them*
[Reach]
*Willa keeps tracking the comms, ready to alert command in case something goes wrong*
(Man... I feel super lonely... hopefully not for long)
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(Just out of curiosity, Wilco, which character are you gonna use for the mission? And I sent the PM about it, too.)
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[Dragon'taan]
*Wilco looked at the guide droid, seeing a fur and a... human? leave a LAAT/i beside him, and curious, walks over* Hi! *He calls out to them*
[Reach]
*Willa keeps tracking the comms, ready to alert command in case something goes wrong*
(Man... I feel super lonely... hopefully not for long)
"You need something?" Keri asked the Wolf who had greeted her. "I'm a little busy."
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---Old Galactic Market District, Coruscant---
Dawn made a break for his ship. Remotely putting opening and closing the boarding ramp, so as it was closing he jumped inside rolling "Ghost, send a message to the reckoning that we are coming back! He ordered as he jumped in the pilot sit and lifted off.
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[Dragon'taan]
*Wilco backed off* I just wanted to say hi is all, I'm also curious about your LAAT/i. *He then walked beside her at a distance, not too close, but not too far*
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(Wilco you don't need **action quotes or whatever they are in a roleplay, write it like a storybook. just a tip.)
"What about it?" Keri asked ,guessing she had a little time.
[Dragon'taan]
*Wilco backed off* I just wanted to say hi is all, I'm also curious about your LAAT/i. *He then walked beside her at a distance, not too close, but not too far*
Example from what your wrote: Wilco backed off. "I just wanted to say hi is all, I'm Curious about your LAAT/i." (once again just a tip, have fun!)
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"I'm just curious about the style of it. You with the military, or a corporation of sorts?" He keeps with Keri's pace. "I'm Wilco, by the way."
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"Keri Coug'arr, I work with the military armory, so yeah military." Keri replied "I apologize but i'm in the middle of something at the moment."
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Dragota'an
Jason nods at the Wolf in greeting, while carefully guiding the LAAT/i with them, using his watch for unmanned controlling, while walking alongside Keri. "Hey to you, as well... name's Jason Walker. Oh, but sorry, I can't really chat right now, since I'm on the job... got a few upgrades to this bad boy that needs to be done ASAP... maybe later, though?" he would comment, motioning towards the miniature MECH following them from just outside the LAAT/i... likely a demonstrational model that he would use to suggest for a full-scale one.
(Had work, and couldn't quite finish this post, nor proofread it. My bad. xD)
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[Dragon'taan]
Wilco nods. "I'll see you around then." He then walks off, bored and exits Dragon'taan, heading to Reach.
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(umm jason the LAAT/I (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Low_Altitude_Assault_Transport/infantry) is a transport ship not a mech...)
Keri with wilco finnally awya lead the way to the armory. "now don't be afraid here." the cougar girl said as she stepped inside.
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(((Military District, Dragon'taan)))
Kyle walked calmly toward Tigress' Armory, looking about to see if she was outside her shop as his dark-colored cloak fluttered in the light wind. He paused on spotting Jason and Keri, then started toward them.
(((Coruscant Orbit)))
As Lana's shuttle entered orbit, sensors Would pick up a faint, unidentified sensor contact behind them.
(((Starship 'Iron Dragon', Belsavis Orbit)))
The anthro Dragon made his decision after much thought. "Helm... Lets get underway; set course for Reach, engage Transwarp drive as soon as possible."
(((Mining settlement, Dragon'taan)))
Fayam would find that the strange wall was not so easy to crack. However, there was an odd form near the rock face that looked moveable. An opening mechanism, perhaps?
(((Tal Shiar base outside New Romulus)))
The Tal Shiar ship crumbled as the base was systematically blown apart. If ever there was a time to hack into their computers, it would be now, while they were too busy fighting for their lives.
(((Sangheilios)))
A blue-cloaked Sangheili made his way to the Mongdrigan refugee camp and began asking around for Andrea.
(((Corneria Orbit)))
Fox had succeeded in the primary goal, and now had a Terminus-class frigate under his control. Now came the tricky part: getting clear of the Sith Covenant fleet before they realized they'd lost control of this frigate.
(((Deep Space near Coruscant)))
"Then you leave us no choice," the Sith Imperial commander said. He cut the channel, and all of the warships present fired Enhanced Turbolasers on the Sith Covenant ship. At the same time, Sith soldiers began beaming over to the 'Craat' on multiple decks, and would immediately engage the Sith Covenant troops.
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(I guess it starts now Rom?)
[Space above Reach]
Wilco exits Hyperspace and looks down. "There's Reach... Still hasn't changed... maybe a bit cleaner-I mean Greener-Both actually..."
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(((Military District, Dragon'taan)))
As Keri walked into the Armory a large female white tiger looked up from her work at the front desk "Keri, were you successful?" The large 7 foot of a she-tiger asked, eyes lookign back to a tablet she had on the desk.
(((Deep Space near Coruscant)))
The fighters turned on the sith fleet while the cloaked Shadow's Mist prepared to jump to a safe location...
On board the Craat the Sith covnant troops surrended all but the commander who was in the bridge.
"Paw?" The commding Sangheili asked, confused looking at his two fingered double thumbed hand before placing it on the panel "People of this ship I welcome you to the Sith-covenant all we ask is for you full cooperation as we take you in as our own." he made his announcment.
((Corneria Orbit CRS Cruiser, Hanger))
next to a Cloud runner space fighter painted in black and red a black vixen very similar in appearance to Krystal sat on the edge of her fighter waiting for Fox to make his move "Let Fox think he has it easy i will track him down personally." the black vixen said activating a hologram device that changed her to look exactly like Krystal, her fighter changing colors to blue and white as well.
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*Deep Space, near Coruscant*
Vestraad hung his head as the Sith Sangheili relayed his message.
The citizens onboard were confused; they thought they were allied these Sith.
The cargo bay, small as it was, was filled with treated tiberium. Though the bays were unlit, the gems themselves had a nigh-hypnotic green glow. On the sides of the containers was a message, which read;
~Fragile, do not move without proper equipment.~
*Sangheilios, Landing Bays*
Fertrin’s vessel landed, and a few minutes later the cargo hatches opened and the Mongdrigans dismounted. Fertrin looked around for the dock master, hoping to get directions to the refugees.
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(((Starship 'Craat', Deep Space near Coruscant)))
As the Sith Covenant Boarding Party surrendered, several Imperial Sith soldiers stormed the bridge, surrounding the Sangheili Sith and pointing automatic laser rifles at him. One of then gently tried to move Vestraad away from him so he would not get caught in any kind of crossword.
(((Reach Orbit)))
Almost as soon as Wilco arrived, his sensors would pick up odd signals being identified as a energy surges -- and they were headed directly toward him.
(((Sith Frigate 'Resilience', leaving Corneria Orbit)))
Fox and his team had taken this frigate from under the noses of the Sith Covenant, and were making their way out-system. So far, so good.
(((Landing Bays, Sangheilios)))
The dockmaster was not difficult to spot; in fact, he was walking straight toward Fertrin.
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*Starship ‘Craat’, Deep Space near Coruscant*
Vestraad moved away from the Sith Covenant commander, his paws raised to either side of his head. At this point, he didn’t know what to say or do.
*Deep Space*
Okkal sighed heavily. “Yeah...we’re one of three ships from Mongdrigo. Ever heard of it? Pretty harsh place. Decent trophy hunting, if you’re down to shoot mutants or giant scarabs. Though you could do what my brother, Drokal, used to do. He’d go catch visceroids in clear-steel containers. Absolutely insane.” Okkal was unaware he had started rambling to what could’ve possibly been very busy individuals. But, he was chatty to a fault.
*Sangheilios Landing Bays*
Fertrin smiled as the dockmaster approached, his arms spread wide in a welcoming fashion.
*Refugee camp ‘Garrus’, Sangheilios*
Oswin, the newly elected ‘mayor’ of the refugee camp approached the blue-cloaked Sangheili. “Andrea? She’s in the community hut.” He took the Sangheili by the shoulder, leading him to the hut. “Very pregnant, in fact she’s not more than a few days from delivery.” He pushed the door of the hut open slowly, revealing the extremely pregnant Andrea, a nutrient solution IV in her arm. She looked drowsy, her head lolling slightly to one side. Oswin’s voice then dropped to a whisper. “Eight or nine. That’s my guess. Anyway,” he began closing the door as he spoke, “what did you need her for?”
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(((Mining settlement, Dragon'taan)))
Fayam would find that the strange wall was not so easy to crack. However, there was an odd form near the rock face that looked moveable. An opening mechanism, perhaps?
(((Tal Shiar base outside New Romulus)))
The Tal Shiar ship crumbled as the base was systematically blown apart. If ever there was a time to hack into their computers, it would be now, while they were too busy fighting for their lives.
*Dragon'taan Mining District*
Fayam started to inspect the shape. He tried pulling, pushing, breaking it. It seemed a key part to him, but what it was supposed to do was a mystery to him.
*Tal Shiar base*
The copilot nodded at the wreck. Then, his attention shifted to the sieged base. "Say, now that we're here, how about we steal some data from them? They have too much on their mind to also deal with a digital attack." Anna nodded and replied, "Sure. You go ahead and sniff out their data. Take anything of interest. Whatever you deem important." "Gotcha." The copilot started working his way into the systems of the Tal Shiar.
*Tomahawk*
Omega went on. "It may not be that much of a matter if they strike again or where. Point is, we're prepared and we're ready. They won't like that, but they have to change their minds about this region of Anthraxx sooner or later. Not like they have much other targets, either. In all of the galaxy we counted only 12 signs of life. Half of them are here, us included. Unless there are hidden civilisations, but I doubt whether they know of their existence. We and Gaia are the only ones that had long-range contact, after all."
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*Starship ‘Craat’, Deep Space near Coruscant*
"you will not succeed." Said the sangheili sith-covanant commander as a golden light began to form around him, he was teleporting off the ship!" soon him and his force had all beamed back to their own ship, leaving the Craat alone, no traps nothing was left of them.
*Lylat system, near the Resilience*
"So your abandoning the Cornerians and the Lylatians just like you abandoned me?" Came the voice of someone familiar to Fox over the comms.
*Dragon'taan, Dragon'taan armory*
Keri stopped just short of entering the armory. "Want to meet some high profile people" She asked Justin.
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[Reach]
*Wilco spots the energy surges and panics slightly*
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(((Captured Sith Frigate 'Resilience', leaving Corneria Orbit)))
Fox frowned when he heard Krystal's voice. "Krystal...? What are you doing here? I thought you were on New Cerinia!" he said.
"How the hell did she know we were here?!" Falco asked indignantly.
(((Mining Settlement, Dragon'taan)))
Fayam, when he pulled the object, might discover it could now be twisted. Additionally, there was now an indentation in the rock face that was not there before -- and had the shape of the object, but positioned horizontally.
(((Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
In an answer to Kia's question, Ketorr pointed to John, who was sitting in his hi-chair, reaching for Kia and bouncing in his chair. "I think our son wants to see his mommy," Ketorr chuckled.
(((Deep Space near Reach)))
Rear Admiral Stauffenberg politely interrupted, "Excuse me, sir, but you mentioned wanting to trade. If it's trade your looking for, the nearest place to do that would be Reach; I'll transmit the location and a flight plan so you don't get lost again."
(((Landing Bays, Sangheilios)))
"Welcome to Sangheilios," the Dockmaster greeted Fertrin. "May I ask what brings you here?"
(((Refugee Camp 'Garrus', Sangheilios)))
"Her husband has arrived in-system, and I was sent to bring her the news," the blue-cloaked Sangheili answered.
(((Tal Shiar base)))
Anna and her crew would find a wealth of data in the Tal Shiar computers -- fleet deployments, agents embedded in various government's across the galaxy, planned operations, weapons research, and, interestingly enough, data on a staging ground of an alleged 'Triple Alliance'. Such data would be extremely valuable to the right people.
(((Reach Orbit)))
In what could be interpreted as an ambush, four modified Halcyon-class Light Cruisers simmered and appeared, followed by a single Enforcer-class cruised. They all went shields-up and weapons hot the second they de-cloaked. All five ships had a red gauntlet emblem.
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[Reach Orbit]
*Wilco panics and looks for something* Shit shit shit shit! Not now...
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((Captured Sith Frigate 'Resilience', leaving Corneria Orbit)))
"You will pay for deserting me and all of this system." Finish the clone of Krystal, her cloud runner seemly dropping out of FTL and engaging the frigate.
--Krystal's mansion, Hanger, New Cerinia.--
Kari looked around finished cooking Breakfast she called out over the intercom. "Breakfast is ready!"
Krystal and Crystal looked at each other it was like one was looking in a mirror as each mirrored their actions. "Guess we should go eat." Krystal suggested. "I am getting a little hungry." Crystal replied.
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~ Earth, Cairo, Space station ~
Knowing where they came from now, Michen went ahead to the point they last remembered they passed. Whilst crossing the road, Michen almost got into an accident with a vehicle because they weren't paying attention. A little shocked they looked behind them. Traffic certainly had not gotten safer in the future, quite the contrary. Or maybe it seemed more dangerous because they were in an other location, as they heard a lot of roads in Asia were unsafe. Maybe that counted for Egypt as well? Either way, they decided it'd be safe to keep an eye out on the traffic even if the lights were green. They were rather attached to their tail, in more than one way...
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(Please, by all means. If you already read the first page, feel free to join.)
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(Waiting on you Rom!)
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(My apologies; phone's being a pain in the @$$ right now. Didn't save my original post. Wilco, if you need a pic of my mystery character's ship, I believe I posted one a few pages back; look for the personal log regarding mercenaries coming for him and how he now has to go back to all the things he hates. Or just look it up on google -- it's a scaled-up version of the Resurgent-class Star Destroyer.)
(((Reach Orbit)))
The five warships facing Wilco and whatever ship he was on all advanced on him -- they meant business. Pirates or raiders, maybe. But with that emblem?
But there was no time to ponder this, for a SIXTH vessel appeared. This one, however, did not bear the same emblem, and was easily over eight kilometers long, with weapons that could shred all ship's present at the same time. This ship had the name 'Iron Dragon' emblazoned on the hull.
The newcomer suddenly snared the Enforcer Cruiser in what looked like a green-tinted tractor beam, but sensors would reveal that beam to be draining the cruiser's systems... All of them. The massive ship then lit up like a Christmas tree, and began firing enhanced Turbolasers at the Halcyon Cruisers.
(((Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia)))
Markus grumbled, rose from bed, dressed, and headed down to the kitchen. "What's for breakfast?" he asked.
(((Cairo, Earth)))
Agent Crowley went about looking for Michen, hoping he hadn't gotten hurt.
(((Captured Sith Covenant Frigate 'Resilience', Edge of Cornerian system)))
The ship shuddered as it took the brunt of a sudden attack. "Since when did Krystal shoot first?!" Falco exclaimed.
"She doesn't," Fox responded. "I don't know who that person is nor how she sounds like her, but that isn't the Krystal we know."
"Says you!" Falco said.
"This isn't the time or place for this!" Fara shouted as the ship shook again. "Slippy, can we jump to hyperspace?"
"Making the calculations now!" Slippy reported.
"Make them quick, before whoever this is takes out our FTL drive!" Fox commanded.
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Wilco watches as the sixth vessel appeared and shoots at the other ships "Who are they?"
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(((Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia)))
"Bacon, scrambled eggs and pancakes.' Kari replied to Markus. Which do you want D-dad?"
KRystal and Crystal had already gotten some food and were back in the hanger preparing to take off
(Captured Sith Covenant Frigate 'Resilience', Edge of Cornerian system)))
The Krystal clone continued to bombard the frigate with various bombs and torpedoes from her modified Cloudrunner fighter, though she couldn't seem to hit the FTL Drive directly. "I'll make sure to let everyone know how you left them to die or be captured." Taunted the Krystal clone.
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~ Earth, Cairo, Near space station ~
Michen was on the other side of the street, waiting for the officer to cross. They turned around to face the street and sat down for now.
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** Coruscant Orbit **
"Kozik, open comms with the Reckoning. I want a clear way onto that ship." Blaine ordered, tossing his SMG down as Lana's ship broke out of the atmosphere. Kozik nodded, putting out a request for boarding to Bellators' starship.
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*Deep Space near Reach*
Okkal nodded. "Hey, thanks. We'll be heading that way then. Thank you." He then gave the command to spool the warp drive.
*Refugee Camp 'Garrus', Sangheilios*
Oswin nodded wistfully. "I see. Well, hopefully he'll be willing to stay for her."
*Landing Bays, Sangheilios*
Fertrin smiled widely. "My wife was sent here a few months ago as a refugee. I want to see her. Also," he waved a paw at the small gifts being moved from the ship's hold. "We brought some gifts. I-In thanks for giving our families refuge."
*Starship 'Craat', Deep Space near Coruscant*
Vestraad sighed as the Sith Covenant left. "So...that's our enemies, eh? And where did you guys come from?" He turned to whoever seemed to be in charge. "I didn't know Lord Malgus had this kind of military strength."
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*Dragon'taan mining area*
Fayam now understood the mechanic. He twisted the thing and pushed it back, and expected something to open up.
*Tal Shair base*
The copilot whistled. "Great Gaia! There's tons of stuff that's interesting! Too much to download into the ship's systems, in fact. I'll see if I can get it in a format so we can haul their entire database around." He copied everything in the Tal Shiar's systems, comprimed it into a zipped folder and stored it. "They can handle this without us," Anna decided. "We had best secure this information and relay it to New Romulus." She called the attacking force: "I'm sure you can handle this on your own from here. We'll go back- we hit the jackpot in their database and want to secure it."
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(((Reach Orbit)))
The sixth vessel all but decimated the enemy ships, then released the Enforcer Cruiser and just sat there. Then, it sent Wilco an open hailing frequency.
(((Frigate 'Resilience', Leaving Corneria)))
"Go ahead, see who believes you," Fox responded.
"I don't think it's a good idea to taunt her, Fox," Fara commented.
"Engaging Hyperdrive!" Slippy proclaimed. The engines of the 'Resilience' lit up, and the ship began to speed away.
(((Coruscant Orbit)))
The path was clear to the hangar bay of the 'Reckoning', but those ghost signals were getting closer. "General Bellator to away team -- you have bogies on your six! Evade! Say again, evade!"
Just as Draco had predicted, a trio of Sith Mk. IV Interceptors de-cloaked behind them and accelerated.
(((Krystal's Mansion, New Cerinia)))
"I'll take all three, please," Markus yawned, still waking up.
(((Refugee camp 'Garrus', Sangheilios)))
The Sangheili messenger approached Andrea carefully. "Madame Andrea, can you hear me?" he asked.
(((Landing Bays, Sangheilios)))
The dockmaster smiled. "I'm sure Kaidon 'Adam will appreciate them," he commented. "Now, did you want to visit the refugee camp? It's not far from here."
(((Starship 'Craat', Deep Space near Coruscant)))
The captain Vestraad spoke to chuckled. "You'd be surprised what Lord Malgus has at his command," he told him. "Now, where we're you headed? Coruscant, was it? We were going to escort you there."
(((Mining Settlement, Dragon'taan)))
The wall that Fayam had been examining simmered and vanished, revealing a hallway going into a room with an odd green light eminating from it.
(((Tal Shiar base)))
The Klingon commander responded, " 'Qapla! We will finish off these green-blooded Targs! Get the Intel to our allies!"
(((Cairo, Earth)))
Crowley spotted Michen and made his way to him. "Did you remember something?" he asked Michen.
(((Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
A young male tiger and an equally young Fox/tiger hybrid sat eating and conversing and laughing at a table. Travis had to admit, he was growing fond of Skye, ever since he met her on Tigaria.
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[Reach]
Wilco hits the comms, accepting the frequency. "Who is this, and thank you for saving me by the way." Wilco was confused as to why the ship master wanted to talk with him.
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-_UNSC Space , Green hills, Unknown Sangheili camp_-
"Kyva 'Katomei personal log" began a Sangheili wearing a silver combat harness "It has been over 20 years since the end of the conflict known as the Human Covenant war... I find myself in the ruins of a colony called 'Green hills' by the humans glassed by our own ships by one hand alone... My hand, My command doomed this world and the many on it. It's funny how the past returns to you sometimes and here I am decades later face to face with my own handiwork , a planet scarred in burn marks from our once glorious fleet, a desert of glass and harsh sand. "End log
(((Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
An equally young Lioness approached the Tiger and hybrid, wearing the usual Sol's waitress uniform "Would you like anything else?" she asked placing their refilled drinks on the table.
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~ Earth, Cairo, Space station ~
Michen nodded. "Yes. I don't know everything, but maybe I recognise some things later on that'll help me further." The snow leopard wanted to cross their fingers for that, if they could, hoping to at least get as far back as possible. Of course, with the dwelling around they did you couldn't really know for sure.
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*Deep Space near Coruscant*
Vestraad nodded excitedly. “Yes yes. With space being this hostile, we could use the company. Just give us the all-clear and we’ll head out.”
*Refugee camp “Garrus”, Sangheilios*
Andrea’s eyes slowly opened, obviously the raccooness was exhausted. “Hmm? O-Oh...I didn’t realize I had...visitors. W-What can I...uh...help you with, brother?”
*Landing Bays, Sangheilios*
“Yes!” Fertrin exclaimed, positively beaming. “C-Can I catch a harvester there? O-Or, no. I-I’ll walk.” He obviously was too excited to think clearly.
*Reach Orbit*
Okkal’s cruiser dropped from the warpsphere with little effort. A message was then sent to Reach’s traffic control.
“This is the ’Goramuud’, military trade-ship from Mongdrigo requesting landing permission and guide.”
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[Reach]
Willa hits the comms, letting her send a message to 'Goramuud'. "You are cleared for landing Goramuud. A guide has been dispatched and is on their way. Please make your way to Hanger 4." She sends the coordinates to them and relaxes. "It's been too long since people have arrived, hasn't it Tom?" She asked the hybrid next to her as she gets up.
Tom nods. "Yeah... By the way, you did a good job with the radio." He looks at her as she leaves.
"Heh... Thanks." Willa leaves the comm room and enters a Warthog, specialised for transport, before slamming the accelerator down and heading to Hanger 4.
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*Reach*
With the updated flight plans, Okkal piloted the ‘Goramuud’ along the guide. A few minutes later, the crescent shaped vessel touched down in hangar 4. The cargo ramp deployed alongside the footramp. Several Mongdrigans began unloading tiberium-based munitions, liquid tiberium fuel and explosives, and tiberium-proof hazard suits. Okkal himself stood a little away from the ship, watching his crew and the civilians mill about.
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[Reach]
Willa pulls up in the Warthog and looks for the shipmaster, before walking to the guy standing off to the side. "Hey!" She said as she walked over to him.
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*Reach, Hangar 4*
Okkal looked up, as if the call came from above, before looking around for the caller. As he spotted Willa, the purple raccoon broke into a wide grin. "Hello there! Are you one of the traffic controllers?"
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[Reach]
Willa scratches her neck. "You could say that, but I was the one who confirmed your request to land. Can I see your stock list please?" She looked at the raccoon and chuckled, forgetting that she wasn't in her armor.
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*Reach*
Okkal nodded. "Y-Yeah, here." He handed Willa a piece of paper with the inventory scrawled across it.
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---Coruscant Orbit---
Dawn opened a channel with Lana's ship "Get in the Reckoning, I will take care of them" And broke off their tail pulling a large 360 top loop and using the full visibility of the enemy ships to get cross section missile lock. Dawn finished the loop behind the enemy unloading a missile per ship in a bright torrent. As soon as the missiles detached Dawn banked left and accelerated forward to the Reckoning.
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*Borealis Destroyer - exiting Geidi V Orbit - Medical Bay*
Rochell's knees began to buckle as her adrenaline slowly began to diminish, "Just bring me to her. N-Now!", the stitches on her side, from the bullets that had hit her, split and she fell to her knee, clutching her side with her only functioning arm, "F-**censor**! J-just bring me to Keesha... d-deal with my injury l-later...", slowly she began to stand back up.
Angel opened the door and lept at Ambre without a thought, hugging the pup. Seemingly Angel had become more used to the ship, but that was solely due to Ambre being near her.
(( Geidi IV, Poacher Campsite )))
The poacher boss smiled as he saw Vasily flying towards them, "Arm the net cannons! Colossal size, with electrocution, men!", then within moments, hidden cannon towers popped out of the ground and began firing volley after volley of retractable nets with easily detachable net tethers, but this was to be done under high stress on the nets.
ON board the ship, Gypsie raised her head from her fetal position, hearing the roar of Vasily's ship, and a quivering smile slowly showed on her face.
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(((Reach Orbit)))
"This is Admiral Vhikarev," came the response to Wilco. "And I am looking for the one who put a bounty on my head. You know this 'verse better than I -- may I enlist your aid?"
(((Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
Travis and Skye looked at each other. "A slice of cheesecake, please," they said in unison.
(((Cairo, Earth)))
"Alright, can you tell me the last thing you remember before you... Fell asleep, or whatever happened, before waking up here?" Crowley asked.
(((Landing Bay, Sangheilios)))
The Doncaster chuckled. "I'll have one of my subordinates escort you there," he assured him.
(((Refugee Camp 'Garrus', Sangheilios)))
"I was sent by Kaidon 'Adam to deliver news," the Sangheili Messenger told Andrea. Placing a hand on her shoulder, he told her, "My lady, your husband has arrived here on Sangheilios, and is coming here for you."
(((Deep Space near Coruscant)))
"We should be clear to get underway in ten," the captain said. "In the meantime, what were the Sith Covenant doing here? What did they want?"
(((Coruscant Orbit)))
Lana piloted her shuttle into the hangar bay aboard the 'Reckoning', where she turned to the others. "I trust old Draco has a reason for coming to get me after all these years?"
In orbit, Dawn had managed to nail all three fighters. "Good shooting, Dawn," Draco radioed him. "Now get aboard the 'Reckoning' so we can get out of here."
(((Poachers' Campsite, Geidi IV)))
The TIE Marauders, came roaring in, targeting the towers with air-to-ground missiles, while another flight equipped with ion torpedoes targeted the poachers' ship. Both flights opened fire immediately and nearly simultaneously. Any personnel on the ground would find, if the towers were destroyed, they had a *very* angry Dragon approaching them. This time, Vasily's roar was heard over the roaring of the many ion engines...
... And he did not sound happy.
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[Reach Orbit]
Wilco looks to the ship. "You may have my service, Admiral Vhikarev. I wonder how you found me though.
[Reach]
Willa looks at the inventory and hands it back. "So... Captain Okkal. I'm Petty Officer Willa. Your inventory checks out, as I'm pretty sure we may have ordered them, or another company through us. But anyway, why don't you come to my office, and we can talk?" She waits for his response.
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(((Reach Orbit)))
"I wasn't tracking you, if that's what you think," Vhikarev said. "But we can speak more aboard my ship - I have available space in the starboard hangar; do hurry, I would rather not remain visible for too long, lest other mercenary vessels discover us here."
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[Reach Orbit]
"Ok. I'm on my way" Wilco flies up to the starboard hanger and enters, landing his ship and exiting it.
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*Reach*
Okkal laughed good naturedly, a smile a mile wide on his face. “Ohoho, I don’t think anyone ordered this. We Mongdrigans only just reaquired space travel. But I’ll sit and talk, sure.”
*Sangheilios Landing Pad*
Fertrin nodded happily. “Yes. That’s lovely. We’ll go to the camp.”
*Refugee Camp ‘Garrus’, Sangheilios*
Andrea smiled, as tears of joy sprung from her eyes. “O-Oh...the war is over? I-I’m so happy...Fertrin lives to see his children.” Her eyes locked with the Sangheili. “I...owe you a great debt...thank you.” Her eyes fluttered a moment before she fell asleep. She breathed deeply and peacefully, the traces of a smile still present upon her lips.
*Deep Space, near Coruscant*
Vestraad shrugged, flabbergasted. “I don’t know, they claimed this ship as their own. Maybe they’re looking for something?”
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*Borealis Destroyer - exiting Geidi V Orbit - Medical Bay*
Katie the brown wolf, sighed grabbing Rochell by the shoulders and turned her to the left showing her the bed her friend, Keesha was laying in "You happy now?" the she-wolf asked going to get new stiching for Rochell.
Ambre Yelped as the Dragon, angel hugged her but relaxed soon after.
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[Reach]
Willa heads over to the warthog. "We can talk here." She said as she hopped in.
[Admiral Vhikarev's ship]
Wilco looked about, waiting to see if the Admiral would show up, or if anyone had been sent to meet him here.
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** Coruscant Orbit **
"I'd hope so, ma'am, or else the red tape wouldn't be worth it." Blaine said, stepping off the craft. "But I'm sure he'll let us know soon enough."
Kozik stepped off after Blaine, loudly groaning as he stretched.
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*Reach*
Okkal followed Willa to the Warthog, and climbs into the passenger seat. "So, Petty Officer Willa, what would you like to talk about?"
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(((Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
The liones nodded and went off to get their order.
(Roc's ship)
"Finally I got it I'll bring the hologram up in a sec." Alex noted tapping a couple buttons on the briefcase she had gotten with her orders on it.
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*Dragon'taan mining area*
Fayam smiled. "Bingo." He drew Blasty and carefully made his way inside.
*Tal Shiar Base*
Anna replied: "Roger! I'm off!" She activated warp drive and Faith went back to New Romulus. She arrived sooner than she expected. Nevertheless, she put up a contact. "New Romulus, Faith coming in. I bring good news and intel. Lots and lots of intel. Requesting permission to meet up with D'tan."
*Tomahawk*
Hor'kuu, Farrar and Omega went to discussing their normal things again. Ruling Tomahawk, the common ceremonies, and the usual discussions about what the best thing would be to do in uncommon situations.
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(((Mining tunnel, unknown area, Dragon'taan)))
Fayam would find the corridor eerily silent, and the walls would look a stark contrast with the mine -- in fact, this place he was walking into would seem distinctly familiar -- including the logo on a door ahead, one of an avian clutching two orbs.
Romulan. Tal Shiar.
But this place would seem empty for a Tal Shiar outpost. Perhaps the answer lay beyond the door?
(((New Romulus)))
D'Tan almost immediately answered. "Captain... Well, you work quickly. I was told you have new Intel?"
(((Doc's ship, Dragon'taan)))
Roc walked into the room and asked, "What do you have?"
(((Star Destroyer 'Reckoning', Coruscant Orbit)))
As the others made it on board, Draco ordered the ship to break orbit and move out.
"Mister Blaine... Why exactly did you come here for me?" Lana asked.
(((Warship 'Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit)))
A holographic, brown-furred canine approached Wilco. "Admiral Vhikarev wishes to speak to you on the bridge. Please follow me."
(((Refugee Camp 'Garrus', Sangheilios)))
The Sangheili chuckled softly before heading back to 'Vadam Keep.
(((Landing Pads, Sangheilios)))
A blue-armored Sangheili approached Fertrin. "I have been sent to escort you to the refugee camp. Please follow me," he said.
(((Deep Space near Coruscant)))
The Sith Captain heard something on his radio, then nodded. "We are clear to head out," he said. "We'll return to our ship. Make for Coruscant -- we'll be right behind you."
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[Warship 'Iron Dragon']
Wilco looks at the holograph, before following it, looking around as he does.
[Reach]
"How about you and your race? Mondrigians or whatever? I'm actually curious.
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(((Roc's ship, Dragon'taan)))\
Alex put up the hologram it was that of a Fox "Greetings Alex, it's come to our attention that a certain Senator is corrupt and may even be dealing with our enemies the sith-covenant and possibly others it's also been reported he's trying to get at our military and if you've studied the Galactic Republic I think you know how a military ruled by Politicians works.... We need you to spy on this senator,a nd if he is guilty get proof and then capture him." the hologram said before turning off.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen sat down again. "It's somewhat foggy, but I remember something about someone saying I'll be all right and being part of an experiment... Then everything slowly became black, and after that it got very, very cold..."
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(((Poachers' Campsite, Geidi IV)))
The towers were destroyed within seconds of the assault, and with no method of fighting back now, the remaining poachers scrambled into their fortified junker ship and began taking off.
A downside to the fortification of the ship was the cheap flammable gel that lined a pocket between the shell and the interior wall. Great for taking heavy impacts and patching hull breaches, but besides that it was highly dangerous for the beings inside the ship.
*Borealis Destroyer - exiting Geidi V Orbit - Medical Bay*
Angel knelt in front of Ambre, her hand harshly petting Ambre, treating her like a kid would to first seeing a puppy, but knowing nothing about them.
Rochell the Sergal began stumbling to get closer to Keesha, "Keesha... wake up... C'mon.", her weak arms landed on Keesha's side, shaking her to try and wake her up.
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(((Poachers' Campsite, Geidi IV)))
The towers were destroyed within seconds of the assault, and with no method of fighting back now, the remaining poachers scrambled into their fortified junker ship and began taking off.
A downside to the fortification of the ship was the cheap flammable gel that lined a pocket between the shell and the interior wall. Great for taking heavy impacts and patching hull breaches, but besides that it was highly dangerous for the beings inside the ship.
*Borealis Destroyer - exiting Geidi V Orbit - Medical Bay*
Angel knelt in front of Ambre, her hand harshly petting Ambre, treating her like a kid would to first seeing a puppy, but knowing nothing about them.
Rochell the Sergal began stumbling to get closer to Keesha, "Keesha... wake up... C'mon.", her weak arms landed on Keesha's side, shaking her to try and wake her up.
--- Borealis ---
A White vixen walked up to Angel "Honey, Your hurting her." The vixen said pointing to Ambre
Ambre tried to resist a bit from Angel's harsh petting.
"If you don't calm down I might have to sedate you, please calm down your friend is fine and you need to rest." Katie said in a worried tone.
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*Landing Pads, Sangheilios*
Fertrin again nodded excitedly, and followed the blue-armored Sangheili without question.
*Deep Space near Coruscant*
Vestraad nodded. "Of course, we'll see you on Coruscant."
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(((Warship 'Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit)))
(Quick note, Wilco, if you've any questions on the places or personnel, etc just shoot me a pm and I will explain. Just act as though Wilco knows any pertinent data on such things based on info I send you. That being said, in order to fine-tune Vhikarev's greeting, I need to know: Is Wilco a Spartan, or a UNSC Officer?)
The hologram soldier led Wilco to the bridge, and upon stopping just behind an anthro-Dragon, she snapped to attention. "Admiral Vhikarev, sir!"
Vhikarev stood before the force field-reinforced window, seemingly staring out into space.
(((Roc's ship, Dragon'taan)))
"A corrupt politician... How familiar," Roc chuckled. "What's the plan?"
(((Cairo, Earth)))
"Again, it sounds a lot like Cryo-sleep. What I don't understand is why we can't find the cryo pod, much less why it ended up in Cairo, of all places..." Crowley said.
(((Poachers' campsite, Geidi IV)))
Under normal circumstances, Vasily would destroy the offending ship, be done with it. But these were not normal circumstances. Gypsie was on that ship. And he would not risk hurting her.
Which was why the second flight of TIE Marauders were equipped with Ion Torpedoes. They would disable the ship before it had a chance to lift off, leaving Vasily free to board it. As a fusillade of torpedoes were fired, Vasily flew directly for an open hangar
And there were a lot of TIE Marauders firing said ion torpedoes, enough to fry the systems of the poachers' ship and any redundant backups they had. Vasily again roared, his rage evident.
(((Sangheilios)))
The blue-armored Sangheili lead Fertrin to the refugee camp, where he asked around and eventually was directed to Andrea's hut.
(((Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
Skye had shifted seats since ordering a slice of cheesecake alongside Travis. She now sat next to him, her hand holding his and her head leaning on his shoulder.
(((Approaching Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
Kyle walked toward Tigress' Armory, but paused on seeing Keri. "Drem Yol Lok, Keri," he greeted her. Indicating Jason, he asked, "Friend of yours?"
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(Ex-Spartan, now 2IC to Lord Hood)
[Warship 'Iron Dragon']
Wilco looks at the Admiral.
(Can you just PM me some basic info about the ship and stuff please?)
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*Reach*
Okkal nodded. “I can give you a brief overview, ‘cause I’m not a historian. Anyway, we’re from a smallish system. Mongdrigo is a tiberium-covered wasteland.” He pointed nonchalantly at the hazard suits. “It’s an infectious crystal, grows on anything not treated for it. But, it’s useful. It can be refined into just about anything. We Mongdrigans live alongside the tiberium in Gorbis Mongdrigo. It’s a mega city walled off from the tiberium.” Okkal smiled wide as he pointed at the Sith flag on his vessel. “We were recently liberated by Lord Malgus and the new Sith Empire...I think. Something like that. Anything else?”
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[Reach]
Willa shakes her head. "That'll be all Captain. Do you want anything, drink? food? Do you need anything for your ship?
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*Reach*
Okkal shook his head. “No no, we’ve enough supplies. I was curious, though, if I could get a showcase of your military technology. I saw Sith troopers with portable energy weapons. Keyed me to think we’re pretty outdated.”
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*Reach*
Okkal shook his head. “No no, we’ve enough supplies. I was curious, though, if I could get a showcase of your military technology. I saw Sith troopers with portable energy weapons. Keyed me to think we’re pretty outdated.”
Willa nodded. "That could happen. This planet is under UNSC control, although it's just some of us Spartans running around..." She hits her comm. "Tomas, get the squads prepped for a showcase. Tell them to go wild, but keep the weapons and ammo separate. Wouldn't want our guest to flip out." She stops the comm and looks to Okkal. "Are you sure your men will be fine?"
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(((Warship 'Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit)))
(Quick note, Wilco, if you've any questions on the places or personnel, etc just shoot me a pm and I will explain. Just act as though Wilco knows any pertinent data on such things based on info I send you. That being said, in order to fine-tune Vhikarev's greeting, I need to know: Is Wilco a Spartan, or a UNSC Officer?)
The hologram soldier led Wilco to the bridge, and upon stopping just behind an anthro-Dragon, she snapped to attention. "Admiral Vhikarev, sir!"
Vhikarev stood before the force field-reinforced window, seemingly staring out into space.
(((Roc's ship, Dragon'taan)))
"A corrupt politician... How familiar," Roc chuckled. "What's the plan?"
(((Cairo, Earth)))
"Again, it sounds a lot like Cryo-sleep. What I don't understand is why we can't find the cryo pod, much less why it ended up in Cairo, of all places..." Crowley said.
(((Poachers' campsite, Geidi IV)))
Under normal circumstances, Vasily would destroy the offending ship, be done with it. But these were not normal circumstances. Gypsie was on that ship. And he would not risk hurting her.
Which was why the second flight of TIE Marauders were equipped with Ion Torpedoes. They would disable the ship before it had a chance to lift off, leaving Vasily free to board it. As a fusillade of torpedoes were fired, Vasily flew directly for an open hangar
And there were a lot of TIE Marauders firing said ion torpedoes, enough to fry the systems of the poachers' ship and any redundant backups they had. Vasily again roared, his rage evident.
(((Sangheilios)))
The blue-armored Sangheili lead Fertrin to the refugee camp, where he asked around and eventually was directed to Andrea's hut.
(((Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
Skye had shifted seats since ordering a slice of cheesecake alongside Travis. She now sat next to him, her hand holding his and her head leaning on his shoulder.
(((Approaching Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
Kyle walked toward Tigress' Armory, but paused on seeing Keri. "Drem Yol Lok, Keri," he greeted her. Indicating Jason, he asked, "Friend of yours?"
(((Roc's ship, Dragon'taan)))
"Well first we need to find the guy." Alex replied "Then we stalk him to find evidence of his dealings then when he walks out of that meeting or whatever we cuff him or stun him if he's uncooperative.''
(((Poachers' campsite, Geidi IV)))
suddenly entering the atmosphere a small group of remotely controlled Erinyes (http://wiki.hard-light.net/index.php/GTF_Erinyes) class fighters headed for the poachers junk ship when in range they fired ion disruptor like (http://wiki.hard-light.net/index.php/GTW_Akheton_SDG) weapons at the ship attempting to further disable the ship picking off engine, weapons and communication systems
(((Approaching Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
"Tigress is increasing production so we need more people to run the lines and repair stuff." Keri explained to Kyle.
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*Dragon'taan mining area*
Fayam hesitated before opening the door. Instead, he let his hand slide over the emblem. "Tal Shiar... I never expected them here. What are they planning? I suppose a tunnel network like this can hide an outpost easily. Why they have one in this area? I guess there's only one way to find out." He carefully opened the door, his revolver ready.
*New Romulus*
Anna answered: "Yeah, we had some uh... unexpected help. Thanks to them, we laid a Tal Shiar base flat and stole all data stored inside. It's like hitting a diamond vein, to be honest. I can hand you the comprimed data. Parts of it have been lost in the comprimation process, but there was no other way to steal it all. Also, those allies helped us tear down some Hirogen! Ugh. Who am I kidding? I'll spill the beans: we didn't do it. We only took out one or two ships ourselves. Including one that tried getting away, but still. Every other feat we can thank a Klingon attack force for. They did the hard part. Either way, I think it's safe to assume we kept our part of the agreement, even though technically we didn't do it.
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(((Mining Tunnels, Dragon'taan Mining Settlement, Dragon'taan)))
The door would open horizontally to reveal multiple computers and screens, all displaying different things.
This was a listening post Fayam had discovered. Strange that it was so empty. A quick look around the room, and a query of recent logs, would reveal that this post was recently evacuated - and hatlstily, too, for the logs and records hadn't been deleted. Information the Tal Shiar had gathered on multiple individuals on Dragon'taan and nearby worlds. Of particular interest was a document detailing a planned kidnapping of Lord-Admiral Markus Tokarev's daughter, Celina.
(((New Romulus)))
"Klingon task force or not, you still held up your end of the agreement. New Romulus is happy to pay you for your efforts, aided or otherwise. Now, regarding the Intel you recovered... Send it to our intelligence branch. I'm transmitting instructions; they'll be able to recover lost data. I would like, however, for you to remain close by, in case I need You again after we go over the data," D'Tan said.
(((Roc's Ship, Dragon'taan)))
"Great, where do we start?" Roc asked.
(((Warship ' Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit)))
Admiral Vhikarev snapped off a command in his native tongue to one of the officers present on the bridge, who nodded and tapped in a command to his console. Outside, the ' Iron Dragon' simmered and vanished as the cloaking device was engaged. Inside, nothing changed. It was after the ship cloaked again that Vhikarev spoke to Wilco. "I should have given you a proper greeting, seeing as this is the first time we met... But from what we both saw, those Crimson Gauntlet mercs beat me to it." Vhikarev scoffed. "Mercs, bounty hunters... They seem to be the only visitors I have, these days. I wouldn't have expected anyone else to come looking for me." He then turned to face Wilco, revealing several facial scars. "And you're a UNSC Officer, no less... Not the one I was expecting, but I suppose he wouldn't have come on a ship of his own."
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[Warship 'Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit]
Wilco looked at Vhikarev, before giving a sharp salute. "Admiral, Sir!" He then moves to 'At Ease'. "Being a 2IC has it's perks, but I don't run my own ship sir. Too much hassle to add onto the paperwork." Wilco has a scar across his left eye, and another down his nose.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen was confused by this remark as they kept walking. "Crya what now?"
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(((Mining Tunnels, Dragon'taan Mining Settlement, Dragon'taan)))
The door would open horizontally to reveal multiple computers and screens, all displaying different things.
This was a listening post Fayam had discovered. Strange that it was so empty. A quick look around the room, and a query of recent logs, would reveal that this post was recently evacuated - and hatlstily, too, for the logs and records hadn't been deleted. Information the Tal Shiar had gathered on multiple individuals on Dragon'taan and nearby worlds. Of particular interest was a document detailing a planned kidnapping of Lord-Admiral Markus Tokarev's daughter, Celina.
(((New Romulus)))
"Klingon task force or not, you still held up your end of the agreement. New Romulus is happy to pay you for your efforts, aided or otherwise. Now, regarding the Intel you recovered... Send it to our intelligence branch. I'm transmitting instructions; they'll be able to recover lost data. I would like, however, for you to remain close by, in case I need You again after we go over the data," D'Tan said.
(((Roc's Ship, Dragon'taan)))
"Great, where do we start?" Roc asked.
(((Warship ' Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit)))
Admiral Vhikarev snapped off a command in his native tongue to one of the officers present on the bridge, who nodded and tapped in a command to his console. Outside, the ' Iron Dragon' simmered and vanished as the cloaking device was engaged. Inside, nothing changed. It was after the ship cloaked again that Vhikarev spoke to Wilco. "I should have given you a proper greeting, seeing as this is the first time we met... But from what we both saw, those Crimson Gauntlet mercs beat me to it." Vhikarev scoffed. "Mercs, bounty hunters... They seem to be the only visitors I have, these days. I wouldn't have expected anyone else to come looking for me." He then turned to face Wilco, revealing several facial scars. "And you're a UNSC Officer, no less... Not the one I was expecting, but I suppose he wouldn't have come on a ship of his own."
(((Roc's Ship, Dragon'taan)))
"Sol's bar n' grill, Draco city he hangs out there at times" Alex explained
(Sol's Bar n Grill)
The lioness soon returned with the cheesecake the two had orderd "Sorry bout the wait we were out of cheesecake ,guess you two get it fresh out of the oven."
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*Reach*
Okkal nodded. "They'll be fine. Let's head off."
*Refugee Camp*
Fertrin quickly entered into his wife's hut, quickly taking a place by her side.
*Coruscant Orbit*
Vestraad's vessel dropped emerged from it's warp sphere and immediately requested docking.
'Local traffic control, this is the 'Craat' requesting permission to land.'
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[Reach]
Willa smiled. "Well then, hang on!" She slams the car into gear and the tyres screech as they tear out of the hanger, before she slows down, laughing. She then stops and looks at Okkal, hoping he wasn't too freaked out.
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit **
Blaine shrugged as she asked, taking a drag off his cigarette. "Not quite sure, ma'am. Draco told us that you were somewhat of a colleague?" He replied.
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(((Star Destroyer 'Reckoning', Leaving Coruscant Orbit)))
"To put it plainly," Lana told Blaine, "Draco has been a good friend of mine ever since the incident with the Revanites. And I'm guessing he sought me out after all these years because of the Eternal Fleet?"
(((Coruscant Orbit)))
The Sith Imperial escort arrived right behind the 'Craat' as the orbital traffic controller contacted the 'Craat'; "Copy, 'Craat', you are cleared for docking. Please have any personnel going planetside check in with customs. Welcome to Coruscant."
(((Roc's Ship, Dragon'taan)))
"Sounds like a good a place as any to start; let's go," Roc said, grabbing his AR197.
(((Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
"Thank you," Travis and Skye both said simultaneously. They both shared a laugh before digging into the cheesecake.
(((Cairo, Earth)))
Cryogenic freezing... Cryo sleep... Well, it's difficult to explain to those not familiar with the tech. Think of it like preserving food in a freezer. Same principle," Crowley told Michen.
(((Warship ' Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit)))
"Fair enough," Vhikarev said. "Regardless, I need someone who knows this 'verse better than I. I also need to find out who put a bounty on my head, and how they knew about me. Think you can help me there?"
(((New Cerinia Orbit)))
In orbit of New Cerinia, a lone Sith Terminus Frigate suddenly dropped out of slippage. Under the current circumstances, with war everywhere, the appearance of a frigate bearing the logo of the enemy would be met with all due force. What stayed the NCC fleet's hand was that this ship was under attack, it was damaged, and it immediately sent out a message upon appearing: "Krystal... I know I'm the last person you want to hear from, but I come here to ask for your help. I will explain everything, but not on this channel."
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[/size][size=0px]"Yes sir, I sure can!" Wilco salutes then checks his robotic arm, making sure it wasn't playing up again.[/size]
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(((Roc's Ship, Dragon'taan)))
Alex nodded and headed out of the ship and headed in the direction of Sol's
(((New Cerinia Orbit)))
"Give me one reason why I shouldn't tan your hide?" Krystal growled.
"You can't escape me that easily!" Shouted the voice of the Krystal the group thought they left behind in lylat.
"What is this a reunion?" Crystal asked her voice of another Krystal making a very confusing scene over the comms.
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*Coruscant*
The ‘Craat’ headed for an empty landing pad, touching down a few minutes later. The cargo ramp opened up and the civilians on board disembarked and headed for customs. The tiberium products were carted to import customs. Vestraad himself waited by his ship, waiting for everyone to disembark.
*Reach*
As they exited the hangar, Okkal gasped as the grasslands came into view. He looked to Willa when the vehicle stopped and asked almost forlornly. “You guys have an infestation too, huh?”
*Refugee Camp ‘Garrus’*
Fertrin excited Andrea’s shack, smiling wide. “I-I can’t believe it...”
Oswin approached quickly. “We’re looking at two days, Fertrin. It’s all nominal.”
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[Reach]
"Hmm?" Willa looked at Okkal. "What do you mean?"
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*Reach*
Okkal looked confused. "What do you mean? All this tiberium," he motioned at the grass before them. "I thought it was isolated to Mongdrigo."
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen was deep in thought about this. "Freezing, huh? I believe I've heard that before... I don't remember where though." Their mind was racing until they were reminded, by nobody in particular, that they should be thinking about the route back to the lab. With that, they went to the next crossroad.
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*Dragon'taan mining area*
Fayam lowered his guns and read the screens. He whisteled. "My, my. Nobody here. I can use this, actually. Hmm... Most of these are personal files the Tal Shiar gathered... They don't seem specifically interesting to me. Wait, what's this?" He noticed the kidnap plans. He hissed. "Grr... S***! Kidnapping a commander's child? They want her as hostage, I can tell already. But, mark my words: they won't be touching Celina without crossing me!" He dashed out, left the screens untouched and carefully closed the doors before rushing past the foreman. He braked before telling him: "Sorry, I was so occupied! I nearly forgot to report, because I found something: a Tal Shiar outpost in roughly the middle of mining tunnel 27. There's this weird stone in the wall that can be pulled, turned and pushed back. A door will open up and you can do the rest, though nobody's there right now. Get me my reward and I'll be off... I have something important to attend to."
*New Romulus*
Anna copied. "Roger! Data coming up!" The copilot sent the data to the intelligence branch, and they received the folder "Tal_Shiar_Base_Data.zip" counting gigabytes even in the comprimed state. Next thing she said was, "By the way, I got to tell you I'm going to need to gather..." She hesitated to go on. "...200 times more money to complete my plans?" She sighed. "It's to fund a colossal, high-tech ship, along with 6 side drones and work on Faith. The final cost is 20,5 billion credits. I want to surprise the Tal Shiar, should they clash with me again... ...Sigh. I know. It's a huge number, but I think it's worth it." The copilot, as data analist and
-manager, obviously found Anna's project as a digital blueprint on Faith's computer. The total cost was recalculated to a definite 3,37 billion Gheo, or 20.24 billion credits. For a moment, he wondered if he should send it. He realised, however, it was better not to. He didn't want to risk the data being examined by the wrong person, who would relay the weak spots in the design to Terra-may-know-what kind of evil minds or organisations. Anna spoke slowly. "Soo, uuhhh...... I presume you won't want to pay so much... But I can't get any ship built under half the total cost... I might need to give up the plan..."
*Dragon'taan*
Mary was as careless as she could be boarding her flight. She checked everything, did proper declaration, and altogether wondered where exactly she should go at her destination.
(I used some random numbers and assumptions, hope you don't mind)
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---Star Destroyer 'Reckoning', Leaving Coruscant Orbit---
Dawn landed shot a message to the bridge "Dawn in, ready to launch". He got out of his ship and walked towards Lana, Blaine, and Kozik "are you all alright?"
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[Reach]
"Hmm?" Willa looked at Okkal. "What do you mean?"
"I think he means the grass, that's not Tiberium..." Said a random Spartan-IV who came by the two
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Coruscant Orbit **
"Yes, ma'am. Sorry for the lapse of memory, combat will do that to you." Blaine replied, following the human by her side. Kozik stayed behind at a few paces, checking over his armor.
"So if you don't mind me asking, what was the incident with the Revanites? Does it have anything to do with the Sith or the Eternal Fleet?" Blaine asked, taking note to use his NI to record the audio around him. ONI still wanted unknown intel even after he re enlisted with the Corps.
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[Reach]
"Hmm?" Willa looked at Okkal. "What do you mean?"
"I think he means the grass, that's not Tiberium..." Said a random Spartan-IV who came by the two
[Reach]
Willa nods. "Ah. Thank you then...?" She asked the S-IV.
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*Reach*
Okkal blinked. "W-Wait, what? B-But i-it's..." He watched closely as the grass shifts and moves in the wind. Okkal sighed contentedly. "Oh...i-it's not tiberium." He chuckled, as he leaned back into the Warthog's passenger seat. "Thank the Elders..."
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[Reach]
"Hmm?" Willa looked at Okkal. "What do you mean?"
"I think he means the grass, that's not Tiberium..." Said a random Spartan-IV who came by the two
[Reach]
By the time Willa
Willa nods. "Ah. Thank you then...?" She asked the S-IV.
[Reach]
By the time WIlla had responded the Spartan was gone probably off doing her duty somewhere else.
-_UNSC Space , Green hills, Unknown Sangheili camp_-
The silver armored Sangheili looked to the scorched ground then in the distance spotted smoke "Somethings here." the Sangheili grumbled, spotting the smoke
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*Reach*
Okkal blinked. "W-Wait, what? B-But i-it's..." He watched closely as the grass shifts and moves in the wind. Okkal sighed contentedly. "Oh...i-it's not tiberium." He chuckled, as he leaned back into the Warthog's passenger seat. "Thank the Elders..."
[Reach]
Willa sighs and keeps driving. "We'll be there soon..."
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(((Warship ' Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit)))
"Good," Admiral Vhikarev said. "First thing we need to do is find out who got word of me out. We'll need to land planetside, and avoid any mercs."
(((New Cerinia Orbit)))
The sudden attack on the captured Sith Frigate did not go unnoticed; several cruisers and their fighter compliments moved for the scene.
(((Dragon'taan)))
Roc was right behind Alex, loading his assault rifle as he followed her.
(((Coruscant)))
Coruscant Customs was just a formality; before long, the crew of the 'Craat' would find themselves staring at a vast cityscape.
(((Star Destroyer 'Reckoning', En Route to Undefined Location)))
"The Revanite Incident was what indirectly led us to the Eternal Empire and, by extension, the Eternal Fleet," Lana told Blaine. "The Revanites were a clandestine cult led by none other than Darth Revan himself. They had infiltrated the Republic and the Sith Empire simultaneously and were planning to cripple them. Draco could tell you more; he was more involved than I was able to be."
(((New Romulus)))
"Actually, if you want a ship built, I have some friends at Kuat Drive Yards that can help -- get your ship built at a fraction of the cost. They owe me a few favors," D'Tan suggested.
(((Dragon'taan Mining Settlement, Dragon'taan)))
"What did you find in there?" the foreman asked as he handed Fayam his reward.
(((Drakona Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
Viktor and Kabier were both overjoyed as they watched their son, Tyber, as he began walking on his own.
(((Indari Manor, Dragon'taan)))
Drake hummed a soft tune as he rocked baby Jason Indari to sleep.
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(((Warship ' Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit)))
"Good," Admiral Vhikarev said. "First thing we need to do is find out who got word of me out. We'll need to land planetside, and avoid any mercs."
(((New Cerinia Orbit)))
The sudden attack on the captured Sith Frigate did not go unnoticed; several cruisers and their fighter compliments moved for the scene.
(((Dragon'taan)))
Roc was right behind Alex, loading his assault rifle as he followed her.
(((Coruscant)))
Coruscant Customs was just a formality; before long, the crew of the 'Craat' would find themselves staring at a vast cityscape.
(((Star Destroyer 'Reckoning', En Route to Undefined Location)))
"The Revanite Incident was what indirectly led us to the Eternal Empire and, by extension, the Eternal Fleet," Lana told Blaine. "The Revanites were a clandestine cult led by none other than Darth Revan himself. They had infiltrated the Republic and the Sith Empire simultaneously and were planning to cripple them. Draco could tell you more; he was more involved than I was able to be."
(((New Romulus)))
"Actually, if you want a ship built, I have some friends at Kuat Drive Yards that can help -- get your ship built at a fraction of the cost. They owe me a few favors," D'Tan suggested.
(((Dragon'taan Mining Settlement, Dragon'taan)))
"What did you find in there?" the foreman asked as he handed Fayam his reward.
(((Drakona Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
Viktor and Kabier were both overjoyed as they watched their son, Tyber, as he began walking on his own.
(((Indari Manor, Dragon'taan)))
Drake hummed a soft tune as he rocked baby Jason Indari to sleep.
(((New Cerinia Orbit)))
"This is Admiral Krystal to all Allied forces in the area pull back from the cruiser and form a defensive line around the nearby shipyards, i have the situation handled" Said Krystal , the real one.
Soon the three cloud runners engaged in a long drawn out dogfight till the two blue and white colored craft shot down the black and red colored craft, that had been attacking the captured cruiser.
The black colored craft was soon shot down it's remaining hull and components heading down towards New Cerinia, Krystal pursed the craft while Crystal broke off and headed back home.
(((Dragon'taan)))
"I don't think you'll need your gun for this." Alex said as she led the way into the city and into Sol's
(((Drakona Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
the Drakona's door bell soon rang if one were to answer they'd Find Amie Indari at their front doorstep. "If daddy finds out we snuck out he might have a fit. So no telling daddy, little one." The Red vixen kissed her Red vixen kit, Shiloe Indari, the little Fox kit giggling in responce to her mother's kiss.
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*Coruscant*
The Mongdrigans moved as a unit, carrying their goods in heavy duty plastic bins. The idea of a giant cityscape like Coruscant never crossed their minds. They ooh’d and aww’d at the city, sometimes staring uncomfortably long at the alien beings they passed. Culture shock; plain and simple.
*Reach*
Okkal, as he and Willa headed for the testing ground, had a few questions. “S-So. Do you guys use energy-based weaponry? Or are they munitions based?” He was practically yelling over the whipping wind and the ‘hogs engine.
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning **
"I'm just knee deep in things I've never heard of." Blaine said, taking another drag from his cigarette. Kozik stifled a chuckle at the comment, "You'd think ONI would know more about these regions of the galaxy."
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(((Warship ' Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit)))
"Good," Admiral Vhikarev said. "First thing we need to do is find out who got word of me out. We'll need to land planetside, and avoid any mercs."
[Warship ' Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit]
Wilco looked confused at Vhikarev. "Planetside, sir? What planet?"
*Reach*
Okkal, as he and Willa headed for the testing ground, had a few questions. “S-So. Do you guys use energy-based weaponry? Or are they munitions based?” He was practically yelling over the whipping wind and the ‘hogs engine.
[Reach]
Willa looked at Okkal as they pulled up at the testing ground. "We use both energy weapons and munition-based weapons."
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--- Borealis ---
Still unable to understand their language, Angel did sense the urgency in the vixen's voice, and after a few short moments of Angel being worried and confused, she took her hands off Ambre and sat on the floor, hands folded on her lap and head looking down, thinking she had done something wrong.
Meanwhile, Rochell was frantically trying anything she could to try and wake Keesha up, despite Katie's warnings. Tears began streaming down Rochell's cheeks as she escalated her worried state.
(((Poachers' campsite, Geidi IV)))
Gypsie could hear Vasily over the booming roars of the raging battle, then she thought to herself 'HE wouldn't destroy this ship with me inside... w-would he?', that's when she felt the entire ship shake, sending her entire body into the energy bars, electrocuting her and flinging her into the wall behind her. She didn't bother to get up this time. Everything hurt, and it felt like her body had lost all of its strength. Hope was fleeting from her, and she felt so sure of the current events that she believed that she was going to die from Vasily's rage on the ship.
The ship had crashed hard, embedding the front end into the ground, but all power inside was still functional. Furthermore, the volatile pressured liquid began to spill out of the ship's hull, and any amount of spark would send the entire ship into a blazing ball of firey death.
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--- Borealis ---
Still unable to understand their language, Angel did sense the urgency in the vixen's voice, and after a few short moments of Angel being worried and confused, she took her hands off Ambre and sat on the floor, hands folded on her lap and head looking down, thinking she had done something wrong.
Meanwhile, Rochell was frantically trying anything she could to try and wake Keesha up, despite Katie's warnings. Tears began streaming down Rochell's cheeks as she escalated her worried state.
(((Poachers' campsite, Geidi IV)))
Gypsie could hear Vasily over the booming roars of the raging battle, then she thought to herself 'HE wouldn't destroy this ship with me inside... w-would he?', that's when she felt the entire ship shake, sending her entire body into the energy bars, electrocuting her and flinging her into the wall behind her. She didn't bother to get up this time. Everything hurt, and it felt like her body had lost all of its strength. Hope was fleeting from her, and she felt so sure of the current events that she believed that she was going to die from Vasily's rage on the ship.
The ship had crashed hard, embedding the front end into the ground, but all power inside was still functional. Furthermore, the volatile pressured liquid began to spill out of the ship's hull, and any amount of spark would send the entire ship into a blazing ball of firey death.
--- Borealis ---
Rae sighed "What are we gonna do with you young one?" Rae asked looking at angel with a smile.
Ambre got closer to Angel and licked her face.
Katie sighed "Don't say I didn't warn you" The wolf/husky medic added putting an anestethic into Rochell's IV Line to knock her out signaling the medical droid to come close so they could catch her when she fell back from the sedative.
---Reach, Secret ONI Lab---
"Dr. Halsey Phase III of your Spartan-II project is ready, The Candidates have been identified,and the next generation of Augmentation drugs and Mjolnir armor are ready." Said a female Smart AI, Jade responded.
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(((Poacher Ship, Geidi IV)))
With the ship down and grounded, Vasily was free to board the ship. Gaining entry through an open hangar, anyone unlucky enough to be in the immediate vicinity would see him shift back to his normal form, but even so, his eyes were bright red and they were glowing. Any foolish enough to stand against him would find him impossibly fast, and armed with two imperial crimson lightsabers and his M41-A Pulse Rifle, he would cut a bloody swath through anyone between him and Gypsie.
It was when he arrived at Gypsie's location that there was an unfortunate complication; someone would get the drop on him, firing a Jiralhanae Spiker and catching him just above his left hip. Vasily howled and dropped to the floor, bleeding the neon-green blood of a Dragon-Shifter.
(Want me to go further, or do you want to add your own spin here?)
(((Star Destroyer ' Reckoning')))
"Maybe ONI should get out more," Lana jested. "Regardless, tell me how Draco came to realize the Eternal Fleet had been compromised -- did he sense it in the Force?"
(((Warship ' Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit)))
Vhikarev motioned his head to indicate Reach. "That planet. I am correct in assuming that is Reach, yes?"
(((Drakona Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
Kabier would be the first to open the door and gasped in surprise. "Oh my goodness! I didn't know you had a baby, too! She's so cute! Where's daddy?"
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(((Poacher Ship, Geidi IV)))
With the ship down and grounded, Vasily was free to board the ship. Gaining entry through an open hangar, anyone unlucky enough to be in the immediate vicinity would see him shift back to his normal form, but even so, his eyes were bright red and they were glowing. Any foolish enough to stand against him would find him impossibly fast, and armed with two imperial crimson lightsabers and his M41-A Pulse Rifle, he would cut a bloody swath through anyone between him and Gypsie.
It was when he arrived at Gypsie's location that there was an unfortunate complication; someone would get the drop on him, firing a Jiralhanae Spiker and catching him just above his left hip. Vasily howled and dropped to the floor, bleeding the neon-green blood of a Dragon-Shifter.
(Want me to go further, or do you want to add your own spin here?)
(((Star Destroyer ' Reckoning')))
"Maybe ONI should get out more," Lana jested. "Regardless, tell me how Draco came to realize the Eternal Fleet had been compromised -- did he sense it in the Force?"
(((Warship ' Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit)))
Vhikarev motioned his head to indicate Reach. "That planet. I am correct in assuming that is Reach, yes?"
(((Drakona Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
Kabier would be the first to open the door and gasped in surprise. "Oh my goodness! I didn't know you had a baby, too! She's so cute! Where's daddy?"
"With his and my son." Amie giggled "wanted to see how you 3 were doing." Amie replied "mind if I Come in?"
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[Warship 'Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit]
Wilco relaxed. "Yes sir, you are correct"
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*Reach*
Okkal nodded wistfully. “I see.” In his mind, Okkal belived that the UNSC had the same capabilities as the Mongdrigans. Emplaced energy weapons and basic infantry carried munitions. Okkal dismounted the Warthog and waited for Willa.
*Coruscant*
A few Mongdrigans split from the group and made their way to the market. The others attempted to set up a stall to hawk the beautiful tiberium jewelry, as others pushed tiberium fuel-cells (unaware that the local populace couldn’t use tiberium based fuels). Others still simply sat near the edges of the platforms, watching the traffic go by. They’d never seen flying craft so small, let alone entertained the idea. One Mongdrigan summed up everyone’s thoughts in a single word. “Magic.”
Vestraad, once his crew had dismounted, headed to customs himself. He was getting along in years, the greying muzzle was evidence enough, let alone the limp he’d developed after the scarab attack. He smiled at the customs officials as he was processed, asking before he left. “May I speak with a governing body? I-If it’s possible.”
*Refugee Camp ‘Garrus’*
Fertrin sat outside his wife’s hut, staring up at the beautiful blue sky. A tear rolled down his cheek, as he thought of his home. Of Mongdrigo. The planet was a wasteland, barely able to sustain Gorbis. He didn’t want his children to see the hellish place they hailed from. ‘This is their home’, Fertrin thought to himself as he wiped the tears from his eyes. ‘This is my home now.’
*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Sith Command Center*
“Lord Malgus! Garrus!” An exhausted and terrified Mongdrigo Regular half stumbled into the Center, panting. Garrus turned to him, an eyebrow raised. His shoulder badge denoted him as one of the Long Rangers, the brave men and women who’s goal was to keep tiberium faunaforms and mutants in check.
“Yes, Ranger,” Garrus asked. “What is it?”
“T-The faunaforms! Fiends have encroached on our harvesting plains. Some say they saw Old Kev our and about.”
Garrus turned to Malgus, a look of worry upon his face. “My Lord?”
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning **
"That's a very long story to tell, ma'am." Blaine said, holding up the small metal hilt to his lightsaber. "Starting with this.." He continued, explaining the long list of things that happened to land the bear where he was. Which was far from the ONI office he had occupied on Reach, far from the ship with Zuko and the Spartan that he was stationed to.
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*Dragon'taan mining area*
Fayam said, "A Tal Shiar listening outpost. I found they got plans to kidnap Celina, Torakev's daughter. No way I'll let them do that." He ran off to the spaceport.
*New Romulus*
Anna was surprised. "Well, that makes things a lot easier. They'll need several foreign materials and technologies, though. Spot me the coordinates and I'll get my new ship. Might take a while- material deliver time and the sheer size of the ship make it a long project." The copilot chimed in. "We'll be out of the running for that time. I reckon that when Faith has its redo we can start operating again, but we need the big ship before we'll be fully operational."
*Outer Space*
Mary was quite far from home when she realised she forgot to bring her bathroom necessities. She noted she could get them there too, but it wasn't exactly convenient. Still, there were worse things to forget.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
At the following intersection, Michen stood still. After looking around for a small while, they turned around. The snow leopard sighed. They completely lost track of where they were.
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--- Borealis ---
Looked up in response to Rae, and gave a small chirp when Ambre licked her face. Angel floated up and lowered herself back to the floor to stand, looking at Rae while her tail lightly wagged behind her.
Rochell stiffened when the sedative was put into her through the IV line, and she attempted to rip the cord out to minimize the effect, but her strength faltered too quickly and she fell into the arms of the medical droid, and it soon dragged her back to her bed. Rochell laid on the bed, a single tear sneaking through her eyes and falling down her face.
(((Poacher Ship, Geidi IV)))
Gypsie heard Kyle's heavy steps and perked up, but she heard the faint steps of someone else, and she tried to call out to warn Kyle, but a bug planted on her gave her a violent jolt and shut her up after her screaming from the pain.
(Keep going. Sorry for the late respons))
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(good news my friends, Romulan is finnally getting his internets back)
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(First off, Alessia... DONT CALL ME ROMULAN!!! XD Secondly, Anna... That's Tokarev, not Torakev. I'll post again when my internet is restored, which I am told will be Monday.)
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--- Borealis ---
Katie sighed as she restiched Rochell , sighing deeper as she restrained the Sergal down with straps onto her bed. "I'll let you out when you decide to not react so violently, or your friend wakes up." Katie sighed " AB-01 make a note of that."
"yes ma'am" The medical droid replied.
"Common young one let's check you out, you look beat up." Rae said gently grabbing Angel's hand and gently tugging her along to the medbay.
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(Confirmed: my internet will be restored Monday. I will notify you all if this changes. Now then, to post this while my dinner is cooking...)
(((Starship 'Borealis', Geidi IV Orbit)))
Keesha stirred slightly, and her readout began beeping to indicate she was starting to wake up.
(((Poacher Ship, Geidi IV)))
Even a severe injury could not stop Kyle Vasily. In severe pain and bleeding profusely, he rose and shot dead the one wielding the Spiker. He then turned the weapon on Gypsie. His face bore a look of sheer rage, but if Gypsie looked him in the eyes, she'd see them shift to that loving sapphire blue. He would never hurt her. He raised the weapon and put a sustained burst into the cage's power conduit, rendering the electricity of it completely inert. He then shifted his aim, firing shots from the integrated disruptor at the hinges and then the locking mechanism, disintegrating all of them. Using strength he shouldn't have had given his wound, he motioned for Gypsie to get away from the door, them kicked it down. The door would land with a reverberant CLANG! and Vasily would stand and let Gypsie come to him. At the same time, he would reach out with the force to render the bug in Gypsie useless.
(((Cairo, Earth)))
Crowley was right behind Michen. "I'll have some investigators comb the region for anything that fits what you told me so far. Do you know of anyone we might be able to contact, a sibling or friend or anyone like that?"
(Anna, I'll let you do Mary's arrival at wherever she's going. Where was that again?)
(((New Romulus)))
"It's gonna take a while to sift through this data. However, if I have a task for you before your ship is ready, would you be willing to use a temporary vessel from our fleet or one of our allies?" D'Tan asked.
(((Star Destroyer 'Reckoning')))
Lana nodded thoughtfully as the lot continued their trek to the Bridge. She had only one question: "This Sangheili Jedi, this... Luro... Where is he? Would he be willing to aid us?"
(((Coruscant)))
The customs officer smiled. "If it's the Supreme Chancellor you're asking for, you're just in time; she's in her office, and not too busy. May I ask why you're wanting to speak to her? Just so she knows what this is about, you understand."
(((Gorbis Mongdrigo)))
Malgus stood upright and faced the soldier. "The creatures... What do you know of them? What can we expect from them?" he asked.
(((Warship ' Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit)))
Vhikarev nodded. "Good. It'll be just you and I -- can't afford to risk beaming in with anyone else, lest any mercs down planetside ID me by way of my subordinates." he paused, then asked, "I don't suppose, by chance, you've used a transporter before, have you?"
(((Drakona Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
Kabier gasped in pleasant surprise. "You had twins! Oh, congratulations! Please, come in - Viktor and I were watching Tyber start walking."
(((Draco City Outskirts, Dragon'taan)))
"Better to have something and not need it, than to need it and not have it," Roc told Alex.
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning **
"Draco would know more about his location, but I'm sure he'd aid us." Blaine replied, "And I'd like to see if the UNSC would help by bringing two of my allies out here. One of which is Luro's relative." He continued, checking his wrist mounted device for any new messages.
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*Coruscant*
"I guess," Vestraad rubbed his chin. "I guess you'd call it an emissary mission."
*Gorbis Mongdrigo*
"Violent beasts, fiends," Garrus said. "Terrible canine-like faunaforms that...well, they bite hard enough to punch through the hulls of harvesters. Their saliva is extremely toxic, only one in a hundred bites lives. And they can launch the crystalline growths on their backs like arrows. They usually keep to themselves, being a territorial bunch. But the mutant known as Old Kev seems to have a sort of connection with these beasts." The old raccoon shook his head. "I suppose he caught wind of the change of management, and wanted to get a lay of the land."
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((Starship 'Borealis', Geidi IV Orbit)))
Katie walked over to Keesha's bed and looked at the other patient' Are you alright? Your friend here had to be restrained as she endangered her own life for you." Katie Told Keesha.
((Drakona Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan)))
"Yeah I wonder when Daddy will realize i'm not home." Amie smirked stepping inside "Walking already?"
(((Draco City Outskirts, Dragon'taan)))
'Fair." Alex replied continueing her way towards Sol's
(Reach secret lab)
"Dr.Halsey I'm displaying the list of reconstituted Spartans now"
-SPARTAN-018: Kirk (http://halo.wikia.com/wiki/Kirk-018)
-SPARTAN-075: Cassandra (http://halo.wikia.com/wiki/Cassandra-075)
-SPARTAN-103: Ralph (http://halo.wikia.com/wiki/Ralph-103)
"I see continue" Halsey responded
"The new Gen3 armor has been tested with all current spartans" Jade added "Augmentations 0% failure rate the next generation of spartan-II's are awaiting your order to launch on their first mission Dr.Halsey.
"Confirm launch of the first team and inform ONI." Dr. Halsey responded.
"Affrmative Dr.Halsey the spartans will launch within the hour to their first mission and I will Update ONi on the second class of SpartanII's offical relase
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(Sorry about that name thing... All of those confuse me at times. Hope it's not bothering you... :/ )
*New Romulus*
Anna replied quickly. "Not necessarily. We can wait with reworking Faith until the big ship is done. This 'rework' is mainly connecting their systems, anyway, which isn't much work. No matter what, I got the blueprints of everything worked out fully. I volunteer to work as a cargo transporter for this project to cut some cost. I'll just leave them at the space dock with the message I want it all built." The copilot added the deed to the word. The mentioned space dock received a number of blueprints- one of a giant ship including several sub-blueprints for weapons and systems, blueprints of six large side drones and the plans to adjust Faith with the notion to do that last.
*Dragon'taan*
Fayam said to the spaceport: "Blowfish MK.II is leaving! You know where admiral Tokarev is, by the way? I need to speak him. It's urgent!"
*Dragon'taan*
Mary could see the Blowfish get ready for departure. She obviously heard of Fayam and his rep. Probably off to gain more cash, she thought when his ship rose. Then, her flight started moving and went en route to Earth. As usual, the passengers had to use seatbelts until the ship went in warp mode, which was soon after leaving the atmosphere.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
The feral shook their head. "No. But you're looking for some kind of metal building...?" Whilst speaking, they didn't even make eye contact. Michen was trying to remember what they could, but it was only giving them a headache. They closed their eyes and rubbed their right paw against their cheek, which gave them a little feeling of comfort in this stressful situation.
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--- Borealis ---
Angel happily followed along, still oblivious to their language, but they seemed like really fun people, so she would think something like 'Why not?' Or 'Maybe they have those crumbly discs with black things there. Yay!' or even possibly, 'These people are nice to me... I like them.'... Probably the last one.
Angel would regardless walk along with the two, tail happily swaying behind her while giving off small bits of sparkles when they'd take sharp corners.
Rochell still lay there on her bed, sedated and internally sobbing.
(((Poacher Ship, Geidi IV)))
After the ordeal, Gypsie hobbled her way to stand up and fell just short of hugging Kyle's chest, and instead fell to hug his legs. She began to sob uncontrollably, babbling incoherent words of how she was sorry and him getting hurt was all her fault.
Outside, most of the remaining poachers disappeared into the plains, where one even escaped in a latex Rhino animatronic, a la Ace Ventura.
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*** Poacher Ship, Geidi IV ***
Vasily tried to kneel down next to Gypsie, but the pain of his wound caused him to drop to the deck next to her. He could barely feel his legs, and he was losing a lot of blood. Nonetheless, he shushed her, hugged her, and would give her a tender kiss on her lips. He loved her - he still did. He was not going to hold anything against her. He spoke soft, sweet things to her, a dragon-shifter's gentle affection. But a random patrol, armed with ballistic assault rifles, happened across the scene, and raised their weapons. As it happened, Vasily's M41-A had dropped within Gypsie's grasp.
If ever there was a time for redemption, it was now.
*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Keesha looked to Rochell. "Will... will she be okay?" she asked groggily.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
"Rest easy, friend. I'll take you back to your hotel room, and I'll leave a comm-badge so you can contact me if you remember anything else," Crowley told Michen. "In the meantime, I'm gonna have a word with my colleagues, see if they know anything new."
*** New Romulus ***
"I see," D'Tan responded. "Well, I'll get word to my friends at KDY, get the ball rolling. Will you be able to find Kuat on your own?"
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I do not know where Lord-Admiral Tokarev is, but I can put you in touch with his wife," said the voice of High General Kyle to Fayam. "May I ask what this is about?"
*** Drakona Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah, he just started walking today," Kabier chuckled. "Just wait until your little ones start walking on their own."
*** Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr stood before a mirror, straightening out his uniform. He just put John down for a nap, and Lian and her fiance agreed to watch over John while Ketorr was away. Ketorr had been called to the Military Enclave, reason unknown, though he had been assured it was a minor matter - albeit one that required his attention.
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, En Route to Tatooine ***
"Helm," Draco commanded, "Set a course for Tatooine, best possible speed."
Lana was walking with Blaine, just stepping onto the bridge as she asked him, "You referring to Zuko and his Spartan counterpart, Frosty?"
*** Coruscant ***
"Oh, I see," the customs officer told Vestraad. He indicated a dome-shaped building in the distance. "She'll be in her office in there - the senate building. Taxi rides there from anywhere on Coruscant are free - even from Customs. Once you're there, just ask a guard to direct you to the Chancellor's office."
*** Sith Command Center, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
"Will Sith energy weapons be effective against such creatures? Lightsabers, laser rifles? Or will we have to resort to plasma weapons?" Malgus asked.
*** Stolen Sith Frigate, New Cerinia Orbit ***
Fox patiently waited to be contacted again, waiting to hear either Krystal's questions... or her rebuttal.
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*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"If she calms down and rest, yeah she'll be fine." Katie replied rolling her eyes, turning to the door as someone came in
"Hello doc how are your patients?" Rae the white vixen asked motioning to Angel "She looks a little beat up can you check her?" The white vixen asked.
Ambre followed the two inside right behind Angel.
___New Cerinia, Red cloudrunner wreakage.__
THe Krystal clone groaned as she got out of the crashed ship, cockpit mostly intact, the Vixen grabbed a lightsaber from her belt igniting the crimson blade as she prepared for Krystal...
__Reach, Secret lab__
"Dr. Halsey the Spartans will arrive at their target location in 30 minutes." Jade informed Halsey.
-_UNSC Space , Green hills, Unknown Sangheili camp_-
The lone silver armored SangheilI mounted a Ghost and drove it towards teh rising smoke, in his mind memories swirling, of the betrayal of the 'Prophets' he could remember the day well, he was commanding his ship just like any other day when the news came to him Jiralhanae slaughtering his people and all in the name of the prophets, then he remembers assuring his crew of Sangheili that he would make things right, just before marching into the 'sacred room' reserved for the minor prophet on board the San'Shyuum, being of a weaker species not helped by their use of hover chairs stood no chance to Kyva as he shoved his energy sword into the traitors chest instantly klling the minor phrophet... the memory faded as he got closer to the pillar of smoke rising into the air....
--- Sol's Bar& Grill , Dragon'taan ---
Alex stepped inside the establishment and began to look around spotting someone she saw who was familiar.
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*Coruscant*
Vestraad nodded. "Thank you, sirs." He stepped away from the customs office and headed towards the city "streets" and stood near the edge. Unfortunately, the Mongdrigan wasn't sure how to get the attention of the taxi, so he stood.
*Sith Command Center, Mongdrigo*
Garrus's brow furrowed for a moment before he nodded. "Yes...b-but we can't mess the ecosystem up. The last time we wiped fiends from the fields, the scarabs came. Poor Vestraad lost his whole family to 'em. Hopefully Old Kev will help drive them away. He has before."
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning **
"Yes, ma'am." Blaine replied, noticing they had finally reached the bridge. "With all of our perspectives on the recent..events, we should be able to put together a timeline and figure out what the next step is." He finished, turning to hear Kozik finally catch up with them.
The wolf stopped to catch his breath, now donning a similar uniform to Blaine's. "Sorry, sarge. Had to get out of that slab heap, started to smell." Kozik huffed before noticing Lana. "Pardon my language, ma'am." He said, seeming a little embarrassed.
"That's why I didn't wear mine, Koz. I mean, if we got hit on a black operation, no one would come get us." Blaine replied, stopping a few feet from Draco's bridge seat.
"Sir." Blaine simply greeted, standing at attention. Kozik followed suit, standing on the other side of Lana.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen tilted their head in curiosity and confusion. The future had a lot of interesting stuff. The snow leopard closed their eyes when they remembered something. Shoot, it was the present. They opened their eyes again and faced the commander. They nodded. "Thanks you."
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*** Cairo, Earth ***
"Not a problem," Crowley responded to Michen as he started back for the hotel. The trip would be uneventful, and upon getting back to Michen's room, Crowley left a comm-badge where Michen could reach it. "Just tap it once, state your name and who you're trying to get in contact with - for instance, 'Michen to Agent Crowley' - and the AI in charge of comms here in Cairo will route your signal directly to me. Okay?"
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, En Route to Tatooine ***
"As you were," Draco responded. His eyes fell on Lana. "Been a long time, Lana. I see you took full advantage of the nanites I left you."
"Oh, definitely, Draco - even an ex-Sith would never turn down the chance to remain on the mortal plane," Lana shot back. "So... where we headed? I could swear I heard something about Tatooine when we arrived on the bridge."
Draco looked to Blaine and Kozik. "You two ever operate on a desert world before?"
*** Coruscant ***
As it happened, a taxi driven by a Twi'lek stopped beside Vestraad. "Need a lift, sir?" she asked with a smile.
*** Sith Command Center, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Malgus nodded. "Gather some of your best. I'll get a few of mine, we'll both go and pay Old Kev a visit, see what he wants," he suggested.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Roc was right behind Alex. "Do you see the target, yet?" he asked her quietly.
*** New Cerinia, Red Cloudrunner Wreckage ***
Panther had been in the area where the Cloudrunner had crashed, but even then, he had the sense to remain hidden. Something felt off to him.
And when the Cloudrunner crashed, Coalition forces were already moving to surround the crash site to wait for Admiral Krystal - orders from the Lord-Admiral himself: Surround the crash site and wait.
*** UNSC Space, Green hills, Unidentified Crash Site ***
Situation was bad. Getting worse. The job had dangerous written all over it. Shipment of salvaged and scavenged Covenant weapons, to be delivered to Reach for study and possible redesign and adaptation. The captain was about to refuse the job, but the need for money for the crew swayed him. Halfway there, Slipspace Drive gets disrupted, and they fall into an ambush. Kig-Yar pirates. Knocked out the engines, ship plummeted into the atmosphere of the nearby planetary body, crashing - thankfully - in an area that wasn't too badly glassed. Captain thought they could just drop a beacon, wait for rescue. Wrong. Kig-Yar came down, started attacking the crew's established positions daily. That's when the bizarre **** started. Missing crew members, strange sounds in the dead of night, and the Kig-Yar attacks became less frequent.
Then they found the body. The first officer had been killed by a plasma weapon, but not like the kind the Covenant had. Next to him, the first officer's best friend. He'd been stabbed by a bladed weapon. This wasn't the Kig-Yar. This was someone else. The crew began finding the occasional Kig-Yar that had the same wounds. Now the Kig-Yar were giving diplomacy a try, trying to buy the weapons. The Captain wasn't having it. The man was stubborn, even with ghost readings on the motion sensors. The Kig-Yar were just as stubborn - the ringleader of the bunch had lost enough men to the crew of the Human vessel alone, to say nothing of the casualties suffered at the hands of this unidentified assailant.
The captain, in fact, was stalling, trying to play for time, until some sort of rescue came...
(Mods, I apologize if that is too graphic, I tried to word that as best I can without going overboard. If you need it edited, I will edit it.)
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*** Cairo, Earth ***
"Not a problem," Crowley responded to Michen as he started back for the hotel. The trip would be uneventful, and upon getting back to Michen's room, Crowley left a comm-badge where Michen could reach it. "Just tap it once, state your name and who you're trying to get in contact with - for instance, 'Michen to Agent Crowley' - and the AI in charge of comms here in Cairo will route your signal directly to me. Okay?"
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, En Route to Tatooine ***
"As you were," Draco responded. His eyes fell on Lana. "Been a long time, Lana. I see you took full advantage of the nanites I left you."
"Oh, definitely, Draco - even an ex-Sith would never turn down the chance to remain on the mortal plane," Lana shot back. "So... where we headed? I could swear I heard something about Tatooine when we arrived on the bridge."
Draco looked to Blaine and Kozik. "You two ever operate on a desert world before?"
*** Coruscant ***
As it happened, a taxi driven by a Twi'lek stopped beside Vestraad. "Need a lift, sir?" she asked with a smile.
*** Sith Command Center, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Malgus nodded. "Gather some of your best. I'll get a few of mine, we'll both go and pay Old Kev a visit, see what he wants," he suggested.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Roc was right behind Alex. "Do you see the target, yet?" he asked her quietly.
*** New Cerinia, Red Cloudrunner Wreckage ***
Panther had been in the area where the Cloudrunner had crashed, but even then, he had the sense to remain hidden. Something felt off to him.
And when the Cloudrunner crashed, Coalition forces were already moving to surround the crash site to wait for Admiral Krystal - orders from the Lord-Admiral himself: Surround the crash site and wait.
*** UNSC Space, Green hills, Unidentified Crash Site ***
Situation was bad. Getting worse. The job had dangerous written all over it. Shipment of salvaged and scavenged Covenant weapons, to be delivered to Reach for study and possible redesign and adaptation. The captain was about to refuse the job, but the need for money for the crew swayed him. Halfway there, Slipspace Drive gets disrupted, and they fall into an ambush. Kig-Yar pirates. Knocked out the engines, ship plummeted into the atmosphere of the nearby planetary body, crashing - thankfully - in an area that wasn't too badly glassed. Captain thought they could just drop a beacon, wait for rescue. Wrong. Kig-Yar came down, started attacking the crew's established positions daily. That's when the bizarre **** started. Missing crew members, strange sounds in the dead of night, and the Kig-Yar attacks became less frequent.
Then they found the body. The first officer had been killed by a plasma weapon, but not like the kind the Covenant had. Next to him, the first officer's best friend. He'd been stabbed by a bladed weapon. This wasn't the Kig-Yar. This was someone else. The crew began finding the occasional Kig-Yar that had the same wounds. Now the Kig-Yar were giving diplomacy a try, trying to buy the weapons. The Captain wasn't having it. The man was stubborn, even with ghost readings on the motion sensors. The Kig-Yar were just as stubborn - the ringleader of the bunch had lost enough men to the crew of the Human vessel alone, to say nothing of the casualties suffered at the hands of this unidentified assailant.
The captain, in fact, was stalling, trying to play for time, until some sort of rescue came...
(Mods, I apologize if that is too graphic, I tried to word that as best I can without going overboard. If you need it edited, I will edit it.)
*** UNSC Space, Green hills, Unidentified Crash Site ***
"Kig-yar?" Kyva ask himself as he proceeds into the crash site on the ghost, ducking a little as they shoot at him "Pirates...." the Sangheili growled letting out a roar, his four manidibled jaw openening wide as he opened fire on the Kig-yar with the Ghost's plasma cannons, ignoring the humans for now, they were not a threat...or that is at least what he though since the kig-yar shot at him first.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"No, but i see someoen familar." Alex replied walking towards Skye and Travis. "Hey how are you two?" the dark blue Vixen asked.
*** New Cerinia, Red Cloudrunner Wreckage ***
Krystal growled seeing the others nearbye "I thought I said I would handle this alone." She said to one of the coalition soldiers as she entered the 'ring' of the crash site, spotting the lightsaber armed clone , she drew her Psionic sword in preparation....
The two would soon engage each other in sword combat Cyan colored blade meeting with the Crimson blade multiple times sending sparks flying from either blade as the two exchanged blows, both seeming equally matched as the fight continued.
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*** UNSC Space, Green hills, Unidentified Crash Site ***
The Kig-Yar Pirates all engaged the Sangheili, but neglected to radio it in. The conversation aboard the crashed human ship went on uninterrupted, as though both parties remained unaware of this new development.
On an overhanging ledge, a shimmering apparition observed this fascinating new development.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Alex's voice startled Skye, but she was calmed by Travis. "We're fine, thank you," Travis told Alex. Noticing Roc behind her, he indicated him and asked, "Friend of yours?"
*** New Cerinia, Red Cloudrunner Wreckage ***
Markus arrived on the scene not long after Krystal did, and he had a Cortosis-laced Katana ready to draw should his wife need help.
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*Coruscant*
Vestraad looked around himself, and realizing he was alone, he nodded. "Yes. I need to get to the uh...Chancellor's office."
*Sith Command Center*
Garrus nodded. "Yes, my Lord." He walked to a nearby communication terminal and contacted any available Mongdrigan Regulars. It would be a few minutes before the expeditionary force would be assembled.
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*Reach*
Okkal nodded wistfully. “I see.” In his mind, Okkal belived that the UNSC had the same capabilities as the Mongdrigans. Emplaced energy weapons and basic infantry carried munitions. Okkal dismounted the Warthog and waited for Willa.
[Reach]
Willa dismounts and walks over to the building. "Come on, Okkal." She says, waiting at the door.
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(((Warship ' Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit)))
Vhikarev nodded. "Good. It'll be just you and I -- can't afford to risk beaming in with anyone else, lest any mercs down planetside ID me by way of my subordinates." he paused, then asked, "I don't suppose, by chance, you've used a transporter before, have you?"
[Warship ' Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit]
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[/size]Wilco shook his head. "No sir, but I do have family on that planet that could possibly help us. I know from scans sent through that it's only Spartans on the planet, with some Mongdrigons in a hanger there. No signs of Mercs anywhere.[/size]" He then taps on his wrist once, and a small computer pops out of his arm. "Hmm..."
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*Reach*
Okkal nodded wistfully. “I see.” In his mind, Okkal belived that the UNSC had the same capabilities as the Mongdrigans. Emplaced energy weapons and basic infantry carried munitions. Okkal dismounted the Warthog and waited for Willa.
[Reach]
Willa dismounts and walks over to the building. "Come on, Okkal." She says, waiting at the door.
Post Merge: April 04, 2018, 08:52:41 AM
(((Warship ' Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit)))
Vhikarev nodded. "Good. It'll be just you and I -- can't afford to risk beaming in with anyone else, lest any mercs down planetside ID me by way of my subordinates." he paused, then asked, "I don't suppose, by chance, you've used a transporter before, have you?"
[Warship ' Iron Dragon', Reach Orbit]
Wilco shook his head. "No sir, but I do have family on that planet that could possibly help us. I know from scans sent through that it's only Spartans on the planet, with some Mongdrigons in a hanger there. No signs of Mercs anywhere." He then taps on his wrist once, and a small computer pops out of his arm. "Hmm..."
(Fixing size)
Wilco shook his head. "No sir, but I do have family on that planet that could possibly help us. I know from scans sent through that it's only Spartans on the planet, with some Mongdrigons in a hanger there. No signs of Mercs anywhere.
" He then taps on his wrist once, and a small computer pops out of his arm. "Hmm..."
(I recommend refraining from using the size tags they don't work very well) (Good day.
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*Reach*
Okkal followed Willa to the door and opened it for he. With a bow of the head, Okkal said. “After you, Officer.”
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning **
"We're quite familiar, sir." Blaine replied, Kozik nodding to his response. "Is it another stealth operation or are we going in loud?" He asked, crossing his arms.
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam replied, "It's about their daughter! She might get kidnapped!"
*New Romulus*
Anna said truthfully, "Its coordinates aren't in our system yet, but some searches will do wonders. We'll get there."
*Outer Space*
Mary made herself comfortable. Earth would come soon enough.
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*** UNSC Space, Green hills, Unidentified Crash Site ***
The Kig-Yar Pirates all engaged the Sangheili, but neglected to radio it in. The conversation aboard the crashed human ship went on uninterrupted, as though both parties remained unaware of this new development.
On an overhanging ledge, a shimmering apparition observed this fascinating new development.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Alex's voice startled Skye, but she was calmed by Travis. "We're fine, thank you," Travis told Alex. Noticing Roc behind her, he indicated him and asked, "Friend of yours?"
*** New Cerinia, Red Cloudrunner Wreckage ***
Markus arrived on the scene not long after Krystal did, and he had a Cortosis-laced Katana ready to draw should his wife need help.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You could say that, Travis." Alex replied "Have you seen that politician who normally comes here?" The blue vixen asked "I see you found someone.." She added nodding towards Skye.
*** New Cerinia, Red Cloudrunner Wreckage ***
A silver vixen walked past Markus, heading slowly towards the two battling vixens
THe black furred Krystal clone soon stepped back red gem on her diadem beginning to glow as electricity shot out of her hand towards Krystal.
The Blue Vixen was taken off guard but managed to block the lightning with her sword ,but did not see the next move the black vixen made, rushing up to her with a yell the black vixen rushed Krystal lighting still shooting from her hand and cut Krystal's arm off.
The blue Vixen shrieked in pain and fell to her back a few drops of blood stained the grass.
The black vixen was about to finish off Krystal when Nari rushed up to the black furred vixen forcing her back
Nari stood there protecting the downed blue vixen, having force the black Krystal clone back away from the blue vixen. "Try me on for size." Nari growled stepping closer to the 'clone'
*** UNSC Space, Green hills, Unidentified Crash Site ***
The Sangheili spotted something shimmering out of the corner of his eye ,but was too busy with the Kig-yar pirates slamming the wedge shaped hovercraft into a group of two Kig-yar, he spun the vehicle around firing plasma burst at the remaining pirates.
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*Sith Command Center*
Garrus re-entered the command center, carrying a bundle of hard rubber. “Here, my Lord. Tiberium field suit, the fields often burst tiberium “spores”. Can’t have our new leader die so soon.” He offered a chuckle. “I’m kidding. We won’t let that happen. But, all the same...” he extended the suit.
The Rangers stood outside the Command Center, decked out in tiberium field suits, glass helmets, rebreathers and carbine rifles. A large, tracked transport truck idled close by. It wasn’t very advanced, just a harvester retrofitted with a flatbed and benches. A pair of swivel-mounted machine-guns are mounted on top of the cab.
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** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Rochell's body shook periodically as her free arm held her mangled stump. She had seemed to have contracted some type of cold fever, but to her she felt like she was boiling and kicked the blankets off of her.
Angel let go of Rae's hand and started to wander the immediate area they were in, finding some cotton swabs and attempting to open it, then getting sidetracked by something else that looked like food.
*** Poacher Ship, Geidi IV ***
Gypsie pushed the gun away and let out a hellish roar and her body contorted into some type of nine-tailed cat, similar to the nine-tailed fox in visage, but she radiated a black mist. The patrol who were coming for them stuttered their steps then began shooting her, however they did not affect her like they normally would, and she lept at them, tearing each one apart with feral anger. When finished, she was dripping with blood, her own and her victims. Gypsie moved to Kyle and picked him up, stumbling outside with him in her arms, her current size dwarfing him.
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*** Poacher Ship, Geidi IV ***
As Vasily began slipping in and out of consciousness, he made one last attempt to speak to Gypsie: "G... Gypsie... comm... badge... tr... tr... trans... porter... e... em... emergency... code... nine... four... teen... I... I l... lo... love..."
*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"What... what happened?" Keesha asked as she tried to sit up.
*** Sith Command Center, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
"Of course," Malgus said as he donned the suit beneath his armor with aid of the Force. He and a team of soldiers in environmental armor suits boarded a transport hovercraft that had pulled up next to the transport truck. "You take point; we'll follow you in," Malgus suggested.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah, now that you mentioned it - he's sitting in the corner there," Travis said hushedly. "Man had a look in his eye - like he knew something he shouldn't and did something unspeakable with that info."
*** New Cerinia, Red Cloudrunner Wreckage ***
"KRYSTAL!!!" Markus shouted, running to Krystal's side and kneeling next to her. He started to go for his comm-badge, seemingly forgetting the enhancements his wife had given herself years ago.
*** UNSC Space, Green hills, Unidentified Crash Site ***
The apparition watched as the Sangheili butchered the Kig-Yar pirates, wondering how good a Sangheili skull would look in his collection.
The Kig-Yar, however, were no match for the armored Sangheili.
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Understood, we will try and patch you through now," came the response. The line went quiet for a few moments, then the voice of a Sangheili could be heard.
"Grand Admiral 'Mantakar here. Who calls for Lord-Admiral Tokarev?"
*** New Romulus ***
"Very well. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'll send word ahead to Kuat, then go over your report while I wait for the analysis of the data you brought back," D'Tan said.
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, En Route to Tatooine ***
"No stealth operation - not this time around. We got a tip from Fleet Admiral Skywalker himself, and we're headed for Tatooine," Draco said.
"Which Skywalker?" Lana jested, already knowing which Skywalker Draco referred to.
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Reach Orbit ***
"Even so, I'm not taking chances. If you have family that can aid, I will gladly accept that. Come with me," Vhikarev requested, starting for the exit from the bridge. He would walk the winding halls of the ship, coming at last to a room with a six-spot transporter pad. "Put us down somewhere we won't be seen," he told the transporter chief. Looking to Wilco, he would tell him, "Piece of advice: Close your eyes. It makes the transport experience a lot less nauseating for first-timers."
*** Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr walked up behind Kia and wrapped his arms around her waist. "Think you can keep the house in order for a bit while I run to the office?" he whispered in her ear.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
With Jason now sleeping, Drake started trying to call Amie, muttering, "Please tell me Shiloe is with you..."
*** Unspecified Location, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Wherever Fixel would happen to be, she might find that time slowed to a halt as a strange presence would present itself, speaking in what would sound like a disembodied voice, "Your armor suits you... but you could be so much more than a reflection of Fixer. True, he was a great soldier, but you are capable of more than that." It would be then that a strange spirit looking like an emperor (http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5V-xQvaFRyY/Vmcu70HiHuI/AAAAAAAACoA/yruX077rYVo/s1600/Valkorion%2Blooking%2Bregal.jpg) approached her. "You could be useful to my... organization. A valued addition. Interested?"
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen listened to the commander with great interest, keeping their head tilted as he spoke. The way that badge worked was surprisingly easy. Technology really had advanced a lot, now hadn't it? There was still one thing that was bugging the snow leopard though. "Uhh... You mentioned agent Crowley for a little bit?"
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*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Katie was beside Keesha when she woke up "Whoa whoa relax, your on board the Borealis of the New Cerinia Command we found you both planetside after the tournament went awry at least from what I was told , the strike team found you your friend unconscious and an interesting dragoness, Your friend caused quite a stirr for a moment you must be close seems she'd die for you I had to restrain her for the time being so she wouldn't harm herself or you." the doctor of a husky/ wolf explained.
The medical droid tried to attend to Rochel's fever placing an ice pack on her forehead while spraying a tylenol like solution into her IV line.
Rae sighed following Angel along with Ambre, Rae setting her hand on Angel's shoulder trying to 'coax' her back on track offering a chocolate chip cookie.
*** New Cerinia, Red Cloudrunner Wreckage ***
By the time Markus had reached Krystal her arm had miraculously regrown , though her left arm now lacked her upper arm Tattoo. "Overreacting much?" Krystal asked as she relaxed regaining her strength, laying there.
Meanwhile Nari continued to fight with the black vixen who was confused to why she could not use the force on her new foe, while holding back the blows from Nari's psionic sword...'
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I wish I could go by your words." Alex side nodding to Roc , pretty much telling him to shadow the guy.
*** Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Are you indicating I can't hold my own?" Kia teased in responce.
*** Unspecified Location, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The green Vixen in clone commando armor looked to the strange figure that appeared "What would I need to do?" She asked.
*** UNSC Space, Green hills, Unidentified Crash Site ***
Easily dealing with the pirates, the sangheili turned his attention to the apparition firing the ghost's plasma cannons towards it.
--Drakona Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan--
"One moment." Amie said as she answered her phone "Yes, Honey I have Shiloe."
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*Mongdrigo*
The transports assumed their formation, and headed out.
Garrus turned to the Ranger leader, a puzzled look on his face. "Where are we going? Which field?" He was practically shouting over the engine .
"South east! Near the desert! Kev likes the heat, we've noticed!"
Garrus then looked to Malgus. "My Lord, we're headed for the Glass Desert. I hope you like heat, 'cause it doesn't drop below 100 degrees 'til nightfall."
*Coruscant*
Vestraad, en route to the Chancellor's office, cleared his throat and asked the Twi'lek. "So uh...what's it like here?"
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam called: "It's me, Fayam Aerial. The famous bounty hunter. In a Tal Shiar base I found plans to kidnap Tokarev's daughter, Celina. I'm willing to prevent them from happening at all costs. Chances are, it's already being prepared."
*New Romulus*
The copilot did some searches and punched Kuat's coordinates in the flight computer. Anna targeted on to it and responded: "Good! We'll be off. You might already have found something in that data before the ship is done, so we keep ourselves available until then. Anna off!" She cut contact and made Faith fly to Kuat, which turned out to be surprisingly close.
*Earth*
As Mary arrived at Earth, she first dropped her stuff in her hotel room. Then she grabbed a map of the area and went shopping for the missing supplies.
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---Star Destroyer Reckoning, En Route to Tatooine---
Dawn ran into the bridge. "Sorry to keep you waiting, I had to... check something. Whats the situation?".
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*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, En Route to Tatooine ***
Draco ignored the pause in Dawn's comment when he spoke: "Are you familiar with the desert planet of Tatooine?"
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Understood, mister Fayam; the Lord-Admiral is on New Cerinia with his wife dealing with an interloper in the system; I will try and find Celina; report to the Lord-Admiral at once," Grand Admiral 'Mantakar responded.
*** Earth ***
As Mary went about shopping, she caught the attention of one particular shopper - a feline male, who walked over beside her. "Excuse me, are you looking for something?" he asked Mary.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Understood," Malgus replied, "We'll be fine... I've seen worse climates."
*** Traffic Lanes, Coruscant ***
"Coruscant is a great place, if you like urban settings," the Twi'lek answered. "This place used to be a lot more hostile to aliens like me, during the reign of the Galactic Empire under Emperor Palpatine - that all changed when he died at Endor. A lot of changes came after Endor."
*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Keesha didn't resist, but simply asked, "Can someone get ahold of my parents, let them know I'm okay? They... should be somewhere near Onderon - on board our ship, the Sangheili Gunship Retribution's Thunder."
*** New Cerinia, Red Cloudrunner Wreckage ***
Markus breathed a sigh of relief. "I had forgotten you could do that," he told Krystal.
*** New Cerinia Orbit ***
Fox nervously awaited the report from down planetside - in the meantime, he ordered Slippy head up the damage control teams and repair some of the damage sustained in the attack during the flight from Corneria. Corneria, Fox imagined, would likely be under Sith Covenant control at this point. He would do what he could, but he would need help. Krystal was the only person he knew outside Corneria that could help - so as difficult as it was, he had to swallow his pride and ask her.
What he was not expecting was news that she had married this Tokarev fellow - and that she had two daughters with him.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Roc subtly activated a headset, and remotely marked the senator so they could follow him later, all without ever moving from his spot.
"So, who's your friend?" Travis asked Alex quietly, indicating the stoic Roc.
*** Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Ketorr chuckled heavily, but still quietly in Kia's ear. "Not at all - I just don't want you to feel overwhelmed," he told her. With a tender kiss to her cheek, he added, "I'll be back as soon as I can." He then released Kia and headed out the door.
*** Unspecified Location, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Simple," the stranger told Fixel, "Continue operating as you would, and when the time comes, I will summon you. In return for your loyalty, you shall be ever-immortal, and as long as you remain loyal, even death will never be able to claim you. Like Lord Faasnu, you can die a hundred times, and still, you will rise again, as strong as before. Interested?"
*** Drakona Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Okay, that answers one question," Drake responded over the phone, "The next one being - where exactly are you?"
*** UNSC Space, Green hills, Unidentified Crash Site ***
By the time the Sangheili had fired, the apparition had since relocated, vanishing from view.
(And Michen, I'm a bit confused by your post - I thought it was Agent Crowley that was talking to Michen, explaining how the comm-badge worked?)
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*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
A hologram of an Orange Dragon appeared on Keesha.
"That may be a bit far ,but I'll see if we can reach them, if not I'll inform the captain and see what we can do." Argo the orange dragon Ai said sending a hail to the ship mentioned.
"Grr see what your friend gets herself into." Katie grumbled heading over to Rochell to help the medical droid deal with the Sergal's fever. "I have a right mind to put her in Cryo-sleep.
"Don't mind Katie she's had a rough night." Argo noted.
*** New Cerinia, Red Cloudrunner Wreckage ***
Krystal shook her head "You need to relax." the BLue vixen said sitting up and grabbing a radio from her belt.
"Alright Fox you better have a damn good reason for warping into my 'front yard'. Krystal grumbled as she spoke to Fox, a bit of 'venom' in her voice.
Nari seeing an opening Grabbed the Diadem on the black vixen's forehead and her lightsaber with her free hand the cortosis in her claws shorting out the crimson bladed saber, before the black vixen could react, Nari tore the Diadem from the Vixen's forehead, strands of black hair flying off of her and floating to the ground as the diadem was forcefully ripped out of her hair.
The black vixen holding her forehead in pain fell to her knees, feeling a loss in power as the Diadem was ripped from her hair. "OW YOU JERK!" The black furred Krystal clone complained almost in tears as she 'sat' there.
Nari deactivated her psionic sword ,but kept a whatch on the 'clone' standing over her as she waited for Krystal.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"His name is Roc, dunno where he comes from said he came here to help me.' Alex shrugged.
*** Unspecified Location, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"If that is all I agree to the deal." Fixel replied putting her weapons away into a pack she had on the ground
*** Drakona Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I"m at Kabby's, am I not allowed to go anywhere?" Amie asked pressing her nose to her young daughter's who squeed in delight.
*** Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Lian? are you here?" Kia asked looking around the house, ears high as she made sure John didn't wake up just yet.
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*Traffic Lanes, Coruscant*
Garrus nodded. "It's like Mongdrigo, but bigger. Where'd all the material come from, I wonder."
*Mongdrigo, Southeast fields*
The trucks pulled to a stop, overlooking the fields. Within the tiberium strange creatures frolicked. Black, oily flesh, tiberium-crystal spines, luminescent teeth; these were the physical attributes of the Fiends. They looked canine in nature, going as far as hunting in packs, but the weren't anything like regular canines. In their midst walked a black-cloaked, scarab-chitin wearing Mongdrigan. He stood roughly seven-and-a-half feet tall, and carried a long shepherd's cane-like staff. The green-crystal goggles shifted to the trucks, staring directly at Malgus.
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, En route to Tatooine **
Blaine and Kozik took off to the armory once Draco had confirmed it wasn't a stealth mission. They could finally use some of the toys that the UNSC had given them, at least until the Eternal Fleet was dealt with.
Kozik, now in his basic but custom ODST armor, sat at one of the workbenches as he adjusted the sights of his M395 DMR. "So, Tatooine? Another desert planet?" Kozik asked, focused on his task.
Blaine, still in his uniform, stood nearby as he tested his MA5D assault rifle. After a few bursts at the target, the bear turned back to Kozik. "Yeah, just like the old days. Except without the religious zealots, well not as many." He replied, flicking the safety on his rifle before tossing it down.
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*Dragon'taan*
Fayam blasted off into space, getting to New Cerinia as fast as he potentially could. He wasted no second as he asked for the Lord-Admiral.
*Kuat*
Anna dropped a line to Kuat. "Anna to Kuat, request. I come in the name of New Romulan president D'Tan. I wish to construct several ships here. I can help you get tech and materials if you need to." With those words, she sent the blueprints over to Kuat. On-screen appeared eight blueprints. One was of a huge ship with the name "OVERLIGHT", there were some plans for Faith and the others were shown as "Glowdrones". Advanced tech was all over the ships. It also used exotic materials and some super-rare minerals. Those were used for structure enhancement, signal beams and faster-than-light travel.
*Earth*
Mary was somewhat surprised by this sudden question. She replied, "Don't worry, I'll manage. Why were you asking?"
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(Michen totally forgot who they were talking to at this point.)
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(( So, uh... what were we doing again? ^_^' ))
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(( So, uh... what were we doing again? ^_^ ' ))
(I think your char was meeting with Tigress for work....)
_Dragon'taan Armory , Dragon'taan_
Tigress sighed, the large 7 foot she tiger leaning over the counter
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*** Poacher Ship, Geidi IV ***
Gypsie picked Kyle up and held him in her arms, and the moment the monstrous 9-tailed wyldekat got out of the ship, her feral mind started running into the vast plane. She did hear what Kyle had said, but her instincts in her feral form told her to run away from the danger area, and she did, disappearing from thermal sensors while she vanished into the tall foliage.
*** Foliage covered crater in Planes, Geidi IV ***
When Gypsie exited the foliage, she hopped down into a hidden hole in the ground. Finding a small spot to sit in the hole, Gypsie curled all of her luscious 9 tails under Kyle, while hovering her hands above him. As her hands danced in the air above Kyle, her tails would pulse with a magical energy. The aura coming from her hands would work his wounds to keep blood flowing, but to the point that she'd try to lull him to relax while still keeping him awake. Below Kyle, her tails pulsing with energy would be repairing him on a molecular level.
When she'd get him stable, she'd take a flare gun off of Kyle with her massive claws, and shoot the flare up out of the grass.
To passerbys she would sound like a massive beast as the strain of using all of her powers in tandem to keep Kyle alive.
*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Angel's pupils went wide as she saw the sweet smelling cookie, then she tried to grab the cookie, her jaw hanging, dripping drool.
Rochell's breathing calmed down, then in her sleep there was a noticeable cracking noise and she started to breath quickly, as if she were hyperventilating, her heart monitor would start beeping extremely fast. What had happened to her is that in the battle from earlier, her vertebrae was jostled and the cracking noise was one of the ribs that has a considerable chip off has broken off when she had attempted to roll over in her sleep, but the finishing turn she committed had indeed broken the rib off, and had just grazed the lungs.
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(I think your char was meeting with Tigress for work....)
_Dragon'taan Armory , Dragon'taan_
Tigress sighed, the large 7 foot she tiger leaning over the counter
(( Ah, thanks! ^_^ ))
Dragon'taan Armory | Dragon'taan
It takes him a short while, but eventually Jason manages to find his way into the Armory, where he would be observing his watch, so as to follow his minimap towards his destination.
He would stop short of the counter, before looking up at the 7 foot tall Tigress, and smile, before lightly bowing his head respectfully.
"Hey, uh... you wouldn't happen to be Lady Tigress, would you?" he would ask in a curious tone.
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*** Warship Iron Dragon, Reach Orbit ***
"Even so, I'm not taking chances. If you have family that can aid, I will gladly accept that. Come with me," Vhikarev requested, starting for the exit from the bridge. He would walk the winding halls of the ship, coming at last to a room with a six-spot transporter pad. "Put us down somewhere we won't be seen," he told the transporter chief. Looking to Wilco, he would tell him, "Piece of advice: Close your eyes. It makes the transport experience a lot less nauseating for first-timers."
(Warship Iron Dragon, Reach Orbit)
Wilco sends a quick message to Willa and Tomas, before following Vhikarev's advice and closing his eyes.
Post Merge: April 14, 2018, 12:37:47 PM
(Sorry for not responding, kinda forgot about this... :'( )
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*** Reach ***
The transporter would set Vhikarev and Wilco down on the surface, in a secluded alley. "You can open your eyes now," Vhikarev told Wilco. "You take point. Take me to this family of yours, I'll follow. And keep your eyes peeled - I don't want to get blindsided."
*** Dragon'taan Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle Indari stepped into the shop, brushing some dust off his uniform cloak. "Tigress... good to see you again," he greeted her. "How've you been?" He stopped to look at Jason. "I'm usually good with faces, but I don't think I've seen you before. What brings you here, sir?" he asked Jason.
*** Foliage covered crater in Planes, Geidi IV ***
Vasily slowly woke, groaning slightly from the pain of his injury. "What... what happened?" he asked. "Gypsie...? Am I dead?"
*** Cairo, Earth ***
"I'm Agent Crowley," Crowley chuckled. "And this comm badge will allow you to get in touch with me should you remember anything new. Now, I'm gonna have a word with some of my colleagues, and we'll get back to you as soon as we can." Crowley left the comm badge where Michen could reach it, then left the room, heading back for his office.
*** Shopping Center, Earth ***
"Oh, I figured you were an off-worlder - you looked like one who left a few things at home, and I was gonna try to help you find what you needed. I'm nothing if not helpful," the shopper said.
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, En Route to Tatooine ***
"You'll find more than a few dangers exist on Tatooine," came a voice from the doorway. If Blaine and Kozik would turn around, they'd find an odd character (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/swtor/images/7/77/Doc_wiki_photo.png/revision/latest?cb=20120724170921) with a patch on his sleeve identifying him as a Medic. "Sand people, criminal elements, rogue Mandalorians, Hutt forces, inhospitable wildlife. Take your pick."
*** Arial Traffic Lanes, Coruscant ***
The Twi'lek scoffed. "I often wonder about that, myself. Truth is, I don't know where the Coruscanti got the material to build all this - but it must have taken centuries. This whole planet is just one big city." She paused to get off at a sky-exit. "Supreme Chancellor Mon Mothma is a good a leader as any. She may paint Fleet Admiral Vader as a Rogue Sith, but don't let that fool you; I've met him a few times. Ever since that incident at Endor, when he threw off his master's domination - and threw his master down the reactor shaft - he's been nothing but good. He's the one responsible for keeping what was the Rebel Alliance and Imperial fleets together."
*** Mongdrigo, Southeast fields ***
Malgus was unfazed by the appearance of the creature. He boldly stepped off the hovercraft, but made no hostile gesture.
*** New Cerinia, Red Cloudrunner Wreckage ***
"I... we... need your help, Krystal," Fox responded. "Corneria and the Lylat Federation has fallen under attack by the Sith Covenant... well, that's what they called themselves. The attack came with no warning - they knocked out our long-range communications, cut us off from help... I imagine, at this point, Corneria is under their control. General Pepper ordered us to find someone who could help - you're the only one I could think of. I had heard the tales of you and your friend, General Indari."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Travis looked between Alex and Roc. "Hnh... I wonder if he's one of those from the DF...?" he muttered.
*** Drakona Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I didn't say that," Drake said indignantly, "I was just making sure you and Shiloe were alright." He paused, then asked, "How's Kabby's son doing?"
*** Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"In here, mom," Lian responded from the dining room. Ketorr's mother - Luna - watched over John, making sure he wouldn't wake from his nap prematurely.
*** Sangheili Gunship Retribution's Thunder, Onderon Orbit ***
Kylet'oran had actually been napping in his captain's seat when the hail came. He was startled awake, and when he realized the ship was being hailed, he patched it through. "Jek'ari here, to whom am I speaking?" he greeted.
*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Keesha laid her head back down, waiting for another IV of Morphine to numb her pain. She turned to look at Rochell, wondering if she'd make it.
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[Reach]
Wilco nods, bringing out his MA5b Assault Rifle, loading it, and looking around. "My brother should be here soon. We just need to get out to the city outskirts, and he'll get us from there. We aren't far from it, and there are no checkpoints to be worried about." He then steps out, looking around, before looking back.
Willa got the message and sent Tomas to do it, before turning to Okkal. "Now, as you can see, we have many different weaponry, from HMG's, to assault rifles to grenades. We have three races or military groups, UNSC, Covenent and Forerunners. We managed to capture several of each of their weapons, for analysis and selling."
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*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Rae would attempt to use the cookie or muliple cookies to lure Angel into the medical bay and into a bed.
Katie sigh grumbling "See what you've done to yourself?" she grumbled to Rochell , the medical droid tending to Keesha "is there anything you need while we wait for your parents to respond?" the medical droid asked sending some morphine down the human/dragonarian's IV line. "I apologize for my companions mood she's been under a lot of stress since we left the space dock." B-1B the medical droid apologized for the doctor.
Katie grumbled as she pulled out some more sophisticated medical equipment and got to work on Rochell, grumbling and complaining as she went on doing more delicate work to heal Rochell fixing her rib and healing her spine as well as going about other things to heal the Sergal...
*** New Cerinia, Red Cloudrunner Wreckage ***
"Well your not getting me personally to help, know that much ,but I will see who i can get to help. The Lylat system is too close along with too populated for us to completely sit by..." Krystal grumbled turning to Markus "Any idea who we can send to flush the Sith Covenant out of the Lylat system before they get too good of a hold there?" She asked the reverse patterned tiger.
* Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Could be' Alex shrugged "Well nice to see you around ,Travis." The dark blue Vixen added as she turned back to Roc.
** Drakona Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Seems fine to me looks like he's learning to walk." Amie replied back.
*** Reznov Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Nevermind!" KIa replied now seeing Ketorr's Mother watching John.
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*Coruscant, Arial Traffic Lanes*
Vestraad's brow furrowed deep. "Wai-wai-wait. I don't understand. He turned coats? A traitor?"
*Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields*
The figure, in a burst of dust and crystal shards, jumped high into the air. A few moments later, he landed behind the transports in a cloud of dust. He turned to face the troops and removed his goggles. The Mongdrigan giant spoke softly, his voice like steel upon stones.
"What brings you here, outworlder?"
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Dragon'taan Armory | Draco City | Dragon'taan
Jason looks over towards Kyle, and nods his head in greeting.
"Oh, hey. Yeah, I was just recently hired by Lady Tigress and Miss Cou'garr... name's Jason Walker. Engineer, and TECH, when the need arises." He extends his hand out to offer a respectable, firm handshake.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen nodded, then looked at the badge the agent left behind. They hoped they would see the agent again soon. Then they turned their attention to the badge Crowley left behind. Curiously, they sniffed at it a little bit before carefully picking it up in they mouth. The snow leopard then looked around in the streets. Great, now where was the hotel at again? They wanted to get back as fast as possible, as they weren't very keen on possibly losing something this important.
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*New Cerina*
Fayam asked, "Fayam to New Cerina! I need to have Lord-Admiral Torakev ASAP!"
*Kuat*
Anna asked, "So, what do you think? Can you do the job?"
*Earth*
Mary responded, "Oh. Well, I did leave some toiletries at home... Nothing too big, fortunately. I think can find them on my own."
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*** New Cerinia ***
Markus, still holding Krystal, was a bit irritated when his comm beeped. He grabbed it and answered, "Tokarev here - go ahead."
*** Kuat ***
The engineers paused for a few moments, looking over what Anna sent them. "Definitely," the lead engineer responded. "It'll take a while, but we can pull this off. We've been looking for a new pet project, actually - and we're glad you came here, and not to Fondor."
*** Earth, Shopping Center ***
"Oh, I've done that before," the shopper chuckled. "Well, anyway, I'll let you get back to it - just offering to help."
*** Cairo, Earth ***
Michen would find the motel they stayed at easy enough to find - and their room would be easy enough to access.
*** Dragon'taan Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle took Jason's hand. "High General Kyle Indari, Head of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps," he introduced himself. "I command the DMC from here on Dragon'taan."
*** Coruscant, Arial Traffic Lanes ***
"Well, I suppose you could look at it like that, but the result was vastly different than what you might expect," the taxi driver responded. "To the Imperial Fleet - most of it, anyway - it was seen as a form of Sith Succession, and Vader, being a Sith himself, was acknowledged as Palpatine's successor. He handed off the political aspects of what became the Imperial Alliance to Mon Mothma, while he retained his position as a form of Supreme Commander of the Fleet. His son, Luke, formed the New Jedi Order, and Vader's daughter, Leia, became a Jedi Representative in the Senate." She chuckled slightly, adding, "Rumor has it, Vader is soon to be a grandfather, though it's unknown if it's Leia or Luke's wife, Mara, that is expecting."
*** Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields ***
"I was going to ask you the same thing," Malgus responded. "I came here to liberate the people and establish a base for the New Sith Empire."
*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"I... could really use a... drink," Keesha responded.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Target's on the move," Roc told Alex softly.
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev followed Wilco, keeping his assault rifle in plain view as a deterrent for criminals. "What's the story with this place?" he asked as he moved.
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*** New Cerinia ***
Markus, still holding Krystal, was a bit irritated when his comm beeped. He grabbed it and answered, "Tokarev here - go ahead."
*** Kuat ***
The engineers paused for a few moments, looking over what Anna sent them. "Definitely," the lead engineer responded. "It'll take a while, but we can pull this off. We've been looking for a new pet project, actually - and we're glad you came here, and not to Fondor."
*** Earth, Shopping Center ***
"Oh, I've done that before," the shopper chuckled. "Well, anyway, I'll let you get back to it - just offering to help."
*** Cairo, Earth ***
Michen would find the motel they stayed at easy enough to find - and their room would be easy enough to access.
*** Dragon'taan Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle took Jason's hand. "High General Kyle Indari, Head of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps," he introduced himself. "I command the DMC from here on Dragon'taan."
*** Coruscant, Arial Traffic Lanes ***
"Well, I suppose you could look at it like that, but the result was vastly different than what you might expect," the taxi driver responded. "To the Imperial Fleet - most of it, anyway - it was seen as a form of Sith Succession, and Vader, being a Sith himself, was acknowledged as Palpatine's successor. He handed off the political aspects of what became the Imperial Alliance to Mon Mothma, while he retained his position as a form of Supreme Commander of the Fleet. His son, Luke, formed the New Jedi Order, and Vader's daughter, Leia, became a Jedi Representative in the Senate." She chuckled slightly, adding, "Rumor has it, Vader is soon to be a grandfather, though it's unknown if it's Leia or Luke's wife, Mara, that is expecting."
*** Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields ***
"I was going to ask you the same thing," Malgus responded. "I came here to liberate the people and establish a base for the New Sith Empire."
*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"I... could really use a... drink," Keesha responded.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Target's on the move," Roc told Alex softly.
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev followed Wilco, keeping his assault rifle in plain view as a deterrent for criminals. "What's the story with this place?" he asked as he moved.
*** New Cerinia ***
"I'll see who we can send Fox, but I'm not coming personally... I just hope we're not too late." Krystal replied to fox before cutting the feed.
*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"What would you like ma'am?" B1-B asked.
Katie continued to work on Rochell, whining and complaining as she did.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Then off we go." Alex whispered to Roc waving bye to Travis as she left with Roc.
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*** Reach ***
Vhikarev followed Wilco, keeping his assault rifle in plain view as a deterrent for criminals. "What's the story with this place?" he asked as he moved.
[Reach]
Wilco looks to Vhikarev. "What do you mean, sir? The Planet?"
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*Reach, Testing Grounds*
Okkal smiled, inspecting each weapon. "Hmm...maybe a demonstration is an order?"
*Coruscant, Arial Traffic Lanes*
Vestraad nodded. "I see. A very powerful family, it seems."
*Mongdrigo, Southeastern Field*
Old Kev nodded. "To liberate the..." He waved a lanky arm at the Mongdrigans. "Others. I am aware of this. What do you know of the mutants, outworlder?"
*Sangheilios Refugee Camp 'Garrus'*
Fertrin's wife gave birth a few hours after he arrived. It was stock standard for a Mongdrigan birth, eight children over a few hours. They were strong, healthy, and eager to feed. Females nearby helped with the children, as the Mongdrigan tradition is.
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[Reach]
Willa smiles. "What weapons do you want to use or test?"
Tomas drives down to the town, trying to raise Wilco.
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Dragon'taan Armory | Draco City | Dragon'taan
"Nice to meet you, Mr. Indari. I'm sure we'll be seein' each other around... if ya got some TECH that needs fixing, just let me know. I can have it back up an' running in no time at all." Jason replies, shaking his hand firmly with a respectable nod.
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*Reach*
Okkal shrugged. "We could just run the gamut, I suppose."
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[Reach]
Willa shrugs. "Ok then." She barks some orders at the Spartans and they gather one of every weapon and some ammo, taking a spot along the line, aiming out.
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*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, En Route to Tatooine ***
"You'll find more than a few dangers exist on Tatooine," came a voice from the doorway. If Blaine and Kozik would turn around, they'd find an odd character (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/swtor/images/7/77/Doc_wiki_photo.png/revision/latest?cb=20120724170921) with a patch on his sleeve identifying him as a Medic. "Sand people, criminal elements, rogue Mandalorians, Hutt forces, inhospitable wildlife. Take your pick."
"Well, we fought the Covenant at one point." Kozik replied, turning to face the medic. "Some sand people and thugs don't sound like a hassle." He returned to his task, huffing.
"Don't mind him. Still tense from being planetside. Thanks for the advice, doc." Blaine said, stopping his own task to walk up to the medic. "Any particular reason you're here?" He asked, raising an eyebrow.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
After walking around a little bit, Michen actually found a shorter way to the motel they were staying at. It was surprisingly close. They rushed to their room, found that the door was still open and went inside. The snow leopard carefully dropped the badge out of their mouth onto the floor. With something this valuable here, it would make more sense to keep the door locked when they were absent. Already going through the questions that would be important for this situation, they focused on the first point. Now, where was the key at?
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Dragon'taan Armory | Draco City | Dragon'taan
"Nice to meet you, Mr. Indari. I'm sure we'll be seein' each other around... if ya got some TECH that needs fixing, just let me know. I can have it back up an' running in no time at all." Jason replies, shaking his hand firmly with a respectable nod.
Dragon'taan Armory | Draco City | Dragon'taan
"I think you misheard him, Jason." Tigress noted "He's the head of the Marauder Corps as in the main army on the planet."
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*Reach, Testing Ground*
Okkal passed by the kinetic weapons with very little attention. Once the energy-based weapons were deployed, however, he took great interest. The first he stopped to watch was the Weapon/Anti-vehicle M6 Grindell/Galilean Nonlinear Rifle, or Spartan Laser.
“Now how does this one function?” Okkal asked, staring quizzically at the weapon. “Is it some sort of targeting apparatus, or-” He was cut off by the discharging Laser, shading his eyes from the red light.
“O-Oh my...how did you manage this? A...portable energy weapon?”
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[Reach]
Willa watched with great interest at Okkal's reaction, though confused why he passed by the kinetic weapons. She shrugged, not her place to know. The spartan turned to him and looked at Willa. "It's alright Carl, you may." She said to the Spartan, who nodded and took off his helmet. Carl-283 was the expert in the energy style weapons.
"It's powered by a battery, that charges the laser, when you hold down the trigger. It looks like one big laser when it fires after 2-3 seconds of charging, yet it's actually lots of little lasers. It can penetrate through nearly everything, killing it within one shot."
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam took off immediately. "Tokarev! Your daughter Celina is in danger. I've read plans to kidnap her at a Tal Shiar outpost! I have no time to explain them in detail- I just ask permission to stick around as bodyguard, if you wish."
*Kuat*
Anna whisteled. "Then it's settled. I'll give you some advice: you'll need to contact Tomahawk for some of the materials. That would go for the Fortifite and the Quantum Crystals mainly. They can probably also help you get the negative mass if you can't find it.
*Earth*
Mary turned away from him and got everything she needed within reasonable time. Then, she returned and studied the map for any good sightseeing spots.
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---Star Destroyer Reckoning, En Route to Tatooine---
"Yeah, I was there once or twice I think" Dawn said "What is the objective now though?"
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*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Angel gladly went after the cookies until she hopped up onto the bed, cradling the small amount of cookies. As she swallowed her third cookie, she let out a small cry and gripped her stomach, lifting her hand to see what was wrong, there was an over saturated spot on her upper torso.
Rochell groaned in her sleep as she was worked on, occasionally struggling lightly, muttering over and over again, "arm... arm... arm..", her mangled stump twitched, some bits of neural wiring/tubes hanging out and poking through the bandages.
*** Foliage covered crater in Planes, Geidi IV ***
Gypsie stopped her stabilizing process and gently caressed Kyle head with her monstrous hand. She didn't bother to speak as all she'd be able to say is her native language. The flare she shot slowly began to fall, alerting any in the area that someone was over there, hopefully Kyle's ship would notice the flare and scan for the two.
On normal sensors and radars, Gypsie would not be detected, only noise frequencies like sonar, but altered, would be able to detect her as that radar would see a mass of dots or signals, and one could zero-in on the creature.
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*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Water," Keesha said before she looked over to Rochell, groaning in sadness. "What happened to her?" she asked.
*** Foliage covered crater in Plains, Geidi IV ***
Fortunately, the Chimera had registered the deployment of that flare, and Gemini's voice could be heard: "Captain Vasily, I hope to god you have what you came for. Gypsie, I know you don't like transporters, but that's the only way we're gonna get you out quickly; you have unidentified forces converging on your position. Stand by for transport..." Moments later, Gypsie may feel a tingling sensation, followed by a rushing sense of velocity as she and Vasily would be beamed out of there and back aboard Vasily's flagship.
However, Hector, not recognizing Gypsie, raised his weapon at her. "Threat: Make a move and be destroyed, beast."
Vasily, for the moment conscious, coughed, spurting a spot of blood, and spoke, "Stand down... Hec... Hector! That... is Gypsie! She... can s... shift... form!"
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, En Route to Tatooine ***
"We got a tip from Fleet Admiral Skywalker himself that one of the Eternal Fleet ships has been discovered on Tatooine; unfortunately, it's in the hands of the amoral Czerka Corporation, who has 'disavowed' the personnel involved in the find, but is secretly disassembling the ship. We cannot allow Czerka to dissect the ship; the technology is too powerful to fall into the wrong hands," Draco explained to Dawn.
Blaine and Kozik would get a similar explanation from Draco's colleague, Doctor Archiban "Doc" Kimball, after he told them he'd been assigned as medical support to the both of them by Draco himself.
*** New Cerinia ***
"Wait a minute, slow down - you said the Tal Shiar are going after Celina? For what purpose?" Markus asked Fayam.
*** Kuat ***
"We'll keep that in mind; we were actually already considering contacting Tomahawk to work out a shipbuilding agreement," The KDY Rep told Anna. "Assuming those thieves at Fondor didn't already beat us to it."
(Anna, where exactly on Earth is Mary?)
*** Dragon'taan Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"It's alright, Tigress - he's new here," Kyle told Tigress. "But she is right - frankly, I'm surprised you haven't heard of me. Hero of the Marauder War, Protector of the Cerinian people in their early days on New Cerinia, friend to the Tigarians... the list goes on.
*** Cairo Hotel, Cairo, Earth ***
No key would be needed to lock the door, unless it was being locked from outside. Regardless, the "key" was a card, on the floor next to the nightstand, evidently knocked to the ground by housekeeping.
*** Approaching Senate Plaza, Coruscant ***
"A powerful family, indeed," the Taxi driver agreed. "Like I said, don't let Mon Mothma's mistrust of Vader sway you - he's actually a good man. Near as I can tell, he's always kept his word ever since the formation of the Imperial Alliance." She landed the taxi on the taxi pad of the Senate Plaza. "Friendly word of advice, if you bump into General Iblis in there..." she indicated the Senate building. "... Don't get him started on the Galactic Civil War. I speak from experience when I say he does not shut up about it - how the rebellion could have better combated the Empire, what could have been done about Vader and Palpatine, blah blah blah... gets really old, fast."
*** Mongdrigo, Southeastern Field ***
"I know that I do not know enough," Malgus admitted. "Perhaps you can fill in some of the blanks?"
*** Reach ***
"Yes," the scarred dragon asked. "The planet. I hear Reach was re-colonized after the war with the Covenant." Vhikarev paused to check his weapon. "And that, during the war with the Covenant, some interesting artifacts were found here."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Roc spoke to Alex in a hushed voice, "I think I've been made. I need to disappear for a bit, apply the deception device. Do you have anyone that would travel with you that you have a photo of or anything of the sort?"
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*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
The droid nodde getting Keesha water. "I dunno." the droid replied to Keesha's question
Rae rubbed Angel's stomach hopeing the doctor or someone would be over soon.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"What why?" Alex asked Roc.
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*Coruscant, Senate Plaza*
Vestraad stepped out of the taxi, smiling. “I thank you for both your time and opinions. May you have a good day.” He then started towards the Senate offices, stopping just at the entrance.
‘What’re you gonna say, Ves? Obviously we’ll let them know who we serve, and maybe open up trade routes.’ Vestraad shuffled from foot to foot, thinking. ‘That Vader though...he betrayed the Sith...is this what drove Lord Malgus to Mongdrigo?’ He shook his head, and tried to approach the nearest security official. “I-I’d like to speak with a foreign affairs official, if possible.”
*Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields*
Old Kev nodded, crossing his arms. “What do you care to know, outworlder?”
Meanwhile, Garrus and the Rangers set up defensively, watching the Fiends as they stalked around the tiberium. One pounced on a saint-bernard sized scarab, tearing it apart.
-
(Well... Truthfully, I haven't worked that out. A city, so much can I tell you. What city... Doesn't even matter to me.)
*New Cerina*
Fayam rattled, "Well, it's a hostage plan. I don't remember exactly what they're after, but it's important enough to them to kidnap your daughter for."
*Kuat*
Anna replied, "Oh, don't you worry. I don't think they even have a contact with Fondor at all in the first place. Besides, they're not the kind that keeps exclusive bonds, so they would try to help both you and them. Plus, if they really are thieves, as you state, they're gonna cut contact sooner or later anyway... Leviathans try to not harm their planet in any way possible and if a relationship IS harming their planet, they'll stop it."
*Earth*
Mary decided to go on a sightseeing tour the next day. For now, she relaxed. She felt like nothing could mess her vacation up at all.
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Dragon'taan Armory | Draco City | Dragon'taan
"Nice to meet you, Mr. Indari. I'm sure we'll be seein' each other around... if ya got some TECH that needs fixing, just let me know. I can have it back up an' running in no time at all." Jason replies, shaking his hand firmly with a respectable nod.
Dragon'taan Armory | Draco City | Dragon'taan
"I think you misheard him, Jason." Tigress noted "He's the head of the Marauder Corps as in the main army on the planet."
"I... kinda figured he was, actually... wait, am I supposed to bow at him, or something?" Jason would ask, looking between the two confusedly.
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*** Reach ***
"Yes," the scarred dragon asked. "The planet. I hear Reach was re-colonized after the war with the Covenant." Vhikarev paused to check his weapon. "And that, during the war with the Covenant, some interesting artifacts were found here."
(Reach)
Wilco nods. "That is true sir. This was the home of our SPARTANs, and still is, though the Gen 2's are long gone now..." He sighs as they reach the checkpoint and pass through. "Here he is now."
Tomas is waiting for them, the warthog set up in the passenger format.
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Dragon'taan Armory | Draco City | Dragon'taan
"Nice to meet you, Mr. Indari. I'm sure we'll be seein' each other around... if ya got some TECH that needs fixing, just let me know. I can have it back up an' running in no time at all." Jason replies, shaking his hand firmly with a respectable nod.
Dragon'taan Armory | Draco City | Dragon'taan
"I think you misheard him, Jason." Tigress noted "He's the head of the Marauder Corps as in the main army on the planet."
"I... kinda figured he was, actually... wait, am I supposed to bow at him, or something?" Jason would ask, looking between the two confusedly.
"No, just realize you'll be working with him, a lot." Tigress noted turning to Kyle to let him finish.
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, En route to Tatooine **
"Well then Doc, you better load up before we get planetside." Blaine replied, while Kozik happily wagged his tail at the mission description. A true grunt through and through. "Glad to see we'll finally be able to go all out." Blaine added, turning back to the racks of rifles they had requested.
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---- Terra Ceti Orbit ----
The Galatae dropped out of subspace in orbit of a Dead looking planet (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/fallout/images/2/28/EarthAfterGreatWar.png/revision/latest?cb=20130914163315), though very similar to earth the planets surface reflected the sun it's green clouds shifting as the weather shifted.
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*** Terra Ceti Orbit ***
Next to the Galatae was another vessel, an upgraded, enlarged version of the Sith Harrower-class Warships - the DMCS Inquisitor. "Suleyk to Galatae... remind me, why are we here?"
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Arriving over Tatooine ***
Doc grabbed a modded Phaser Compression Rifle (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/49/28/f2/4928f24d1052dc79e75e41a62c98d5a6.jpg) and loaded a power cell. "We better get moving," he told the others. "We'll be arriving at Tatooine soon."
*** Dragon'taan Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm not a monarch," Kyle told Jason, "But I am Tigress' superior officer; if you're working with her, you'll be referring to me as either 'General' or 'Sir'." He looked to Tigress. "And now that I'm here, Tigress - you got a request from the Sangheili." He put a datapad down on the desk in front of Tigress. "They want you to come up with some battlemechs for their new MechWarrior program, as well as convert some ARC-170 Fighters to function as drone fighters - a production model prototype, if you will."
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev wordlessly walked toward the 'hog, casting a greeting nod to the driver.
*** New Cerinia ***
"I'm sending Celina's location via a coded channel - keep her safe!" Tokarev ordered, sending the data on a heavily-encrypted channel.
*** Kuat ***
"They're not thieves in that way, we call them thieves because they keep stealing our shipbuilding contracts - as in, convince prospective contractors to contract with them instead of us when they were considering us," the Kuat rep corrected Anna. "Now, is there anything else we should know?"
(Anna, can you provide an image of the ship you're building at Kuat?)
*** Coruscant, Senate Building ***
The rep frowned in an expression of sympathy. "Oooh... you probably didn't know this, but our foreign affairs personnel are busy with some visiting personnel from the Klingon Defense Force and the Romulan Republic Fleet. But our Supreme Chancellor is free for the moment, and just as qualified to deal with foreign affairs. May I ask what this is about?"
*** Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields ***
Malgus' stance relaxed fractionally, considering his surroundings. "Whatever you think I should know," he said. "You can start with capabilities."
*** Outside Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"It's for the holographic deception device - can you provide such an image?" Roc murmured to Alex.
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*** Reach ***
Vhikarev wordlessly walked toward the 'hog, casting a greeting nod to the driver.
(Reach)
Wilco hops into the front, allowing Vhikarev to have the back.
Tomas nods to Vhikarev and waits.
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*** Terra Ceti Orbit ***
Next to the Galatae was another vessel, an upgraded, enlarged version of the Sith Harrower-class Warships - the DMCS Inquisitor. "Suleyk to Galatae... remind me, why are we here?"
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Arriving over Tatooine ***
Doc grabbed a modded Phaser Compression Rifle (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/49/28/f2/4928f24d1052dc79e75e41a62c98d5a6.jpg) and loaded a power cell. "We better get moving," he told the others. "We'll be arriving at Tatooine soon."
*** Dragon'taan Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm not a monarch," Kyle told Jason, "But I am Tigress' superior officer; if you're working with her, you'll be referring to me as either 'General' or 'Sir'." He looked to Tigress. "And now that I'm here, Tigress - you got a request from the Sangheili." He put a datapad down on the desk in front of Tigress. "They want you to come up with some battlemechs for their new MechWarrior program, as well as convert some ARC-170 Fighters to function as drone fighters - a production model prototype, if you will."
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev wordlessly walked toward the 'hog, casting a greeting nod to the driver.
*** New Cerinia ***
"I'm sending Celina's location via a coded channel - keep her safe!" Tokarev ordered, sending the data on a heavily-encrypted channel.
*** Kuat ***
"They're not thieves in that way, we call them thieves because they keep stealing our shipbuilding contracts - as in, convince prospective contractors to contract with them instead of us when they were considering us," the Kuat rep corrected Anna. "Now, is there anything else we should know?"
(Anna, can you provide an image of the ship you're building at Kuat?)
*** Coruscant, Senate Building ***
The rep frowned in an expression of sympathy. "Oooh... you probably didn't know this, but our foreign affairs personnel are busy with some visiting personnel from the Klingon Defense Force and the Romulan Republic Fleet. But our Supreme Chancellor is free for the moment, and just as qualified to deal with foreign affairs. May I ask what this is about?"
*** Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields ***
Malgus' stance relaxed fractionally, considering his surroundings. "Whatever you think I should know," he said. "You can start with capabilities."
*** Outside Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"It's for the holographic deception device - can you provide such an image?" Roc murmured to Alex.
*** Terra Ceti Orbit ***
"Dropping off a prefab base the Galatae was the only ship in the area with enough cargo space to carry the base, I heard a raider attack tor up our current outpost here, considering it was made of well... primitive matierals I understand why they want a new base." Kylie captain of the Galatae responded.
*** Dragon'taan Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I see well the ARc-170's should be easy I already have drone systems I installed on the Borealis and Galatae, the hard part is getting a mech production factory to them I should be able to get it working but that will take a bit." Tigress explained. "Though with the extra help it should go faster." The larger she-tiger looked to Jason.
*** New Cerinia ***
"Now what?" Krystal asked.
Nari by now had explained to the Krystal clone what was going on and convinced her to join the NCC...
*** Outside Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Alex nodded handing over a holotape of one of her friends 'Rae'.
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, En route to Tatooine **
Blaine and Kozik nodded, going off to pull the armor they had received on. After a few minutes, Blaine returned first in his custom ODST armor with the anchor decal on his chest plate. By it's sides were small stencils of the ONI and ODST insignias. And the armor was now mixed with olive drab plates amongst the black ones.
Kozik returned second in his usual detailed ODST armor, leaving his helmet attached to his backpack. They retrieved their weapons, Kozik opting for a battle rifle while Blaine took the standard MA5 assault rifle.
"Lead the way, Doc." Blaine said, his voice muffled from his helmet.
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*** New Cerinia ***
"I'm sending Celina's location via a coded channel - keep her safe!" Tokarev ordered, sending the data on a heavily-encrypted channel.
*** Kuat ***
"They're not thieves in that way, we call them thieves because they keep stealing our shipbuilding contracts - as in, convince prospective contractors to contract with them instead of us when they were considering us," the Kuat rep corrected Anna. "Now, is there anything else we should know?"
(Anna, can you provide an image of the ship you're building at Kuat?)
(Comin' right up. It's not an exact image or a blueprint, but it'll do.)
*New Cerina*
Fayam responded, "Of course. I'll try to not make her worried." He entered the code in the autopilot and the Blowfish MK. II went off towards Celina.
*Kuat*
Anna replied, "Ooh. Right. I see how you can call that thieving. Still, Leviathans won't hold exclusive bonds. Either way, the only thing you need to know further is that you must wait with the rework on Faith until after you've built the other ships. Pure business. One last question: how long do you estimate this to take?"
The blueprints they received read for ships that would look roughly as follows: https://snag.gy/cZdVCM.jpg (https://snag.gy/cZdVCM.jpg) (OVERLIGHT) and https://snag.gy/NWPhEi.jpg (https://snag.gy/NWPhEi.jpg) (Glowdrones).
*Earth*
Mary wasn't planning on following some tour trough the sights. She wanted to do it on her own pace. Yawning, she went sitting on bed and let her mind wander off.
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*Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields*
Old Kev nodded, squatting in an attempt to get comfortable and bring himself to Malgus’s height. “I am without a doubt the most peaceful and forthcoming of the mutants. There are those that are less hospitable. The Brothers are a prime example of this, often riddling your metal monsters with their sluggers as a show of strength. They are to the east and west of the city. To the south is my kin, the Claimed. Not much to say, nomadic to a fault.” He motioned at Garrus before continuing. “Saved that one from a veinworm. But, then there Bar’ki Un Gerrete, or the Bugmen. Where and what they are eludes even Long-eye Forn. But, we know of one in the city. She resides in the tower, from what we’ve seen.” He stood back up, crossing his arms again. “Is this sufficient, outworlder?”
*Coruscant Senate Building*
Vestraad nodded. “I understand, uhm...I suppose it would be a matter of introducing my entire people to the rest of the galaxy. We only recently were again able to explore the stars.”
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(Waiting on you Ray)
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*Reach, Testing Grounds*
Okkal's brow furrowed. "How do you charge the weapon? I assume the batteries get replaced, yes? Mayhaps we can strike a trade agreement for the schematics?"
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---Star Destroyer Reckoning, En route to Tatooine---
"General Skywalker himself? Huh. Thats not a name you get to hear everyday" Dawn shrugged his shoulders "But anywho I'm combat ready for whenever we arrive".
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*** Terra Ceti Orbit ***
"Galatae Deploying prefab base now, standby."
*** Terra Ceti, California DMC Base. ***
at one of the whatch towers of the base Brownish desert fox looks through his sophisticated Biker goggles a hud projected into the lenses,zooming in with the lenses he spotts something, and pulls out his radio. "Raider ambush, 20 of them they must really want" he says into the radio pulling out his sniper rifle, a large .50 caliber sniper and prepares to shoot.
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*** Terra Ceti Orbit ***
Vokun patiently waited for the aforementioned prefab structure to be deployed, still wanting answers to why they were here.
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit ***
As though on cue, the Reckoning dropped out of hyperspace over Tatooine amidst a jumble of other ships - freighters, mostly, with a few Hutt-run Warships keeping watch over the space orbiting Tatooine. "Hope you're ready to ice some immoral corporate personnel," Draco told Dawn.
Doc walked toward the bridge of the Reckoning, hoping Blaine and Kozik were in tow. "I'm curious - how much do you two know about General Bellator?" he asked them.
*** Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields ***
Malgus shifted in place and crossed his arms. "Tell me of this one that resides in the city... how did she come to be there? What was her reason, her... motive?"
*** Coruscant Senate Building ***
The rep shrugged, then asked, "Might I ask where you are from?"
"Representative Stiles," came a female voice. Walking from the direction of one of the stairwells was a woman dressed in ornate white robes, with blue eyes and auburn hair. "Are you holding up another foreign dignitary?"
"Supreme Chancellor," Stiles greeted her, evidently having been startled by her voice, "I was not aware you were on this level. This man here..." he indicated Vestraad. "... wanted to speak with you."
The Supreme Chancellor fixed her gaze on Vestraad, and her expression softened. "You probably will have heard, but in case you didn't, I am Mon Mothma." She extended a hand. "Welcome to Coruscant. I don't believe we've met before... you are...?"
*** Kuat ***
There was a pause on the channel before the rep from Kuat responded, "Well... given recent tech upgrades to the shipyards, we'd estimate anywhere between two to three weeks to completion."
(Anna, if you have any ideas for a collaboration for Mary's vacation, shoot me a PM. I have a couple ideas, maybe I can run them by you before I set them in motion.)
*** New Cerinia ***
"An independent contractor discovered a Tal Shiar plot to kidnap Celina," Markus grumbled, trying to help Krystal to her feet. "I told you they'd hold a grudge for the whole incident at Gamma Craeteris IV."
*** Outside Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Roc took the image and then moved in another direction, disappearing in an adjacent alley. Shortly thereafter, what looked to be Rae joined Alex. "The holographic deception is image only," Rae said quietly in Roc's voice. "Any change in the target?"
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev took the back wordlessly, checking the load of his weapon. "Let's get going... before someone - or something - cancels the trip," he said quietly.
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** Outside Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Other than he's moving deeper into the city no." Alex replied following after the senator.
*** Terra Ceti Orbit ***
A large container exited one of the Galatae's massive Hanger bays floating out into space.
*** Terra Ceti Surface, California, DMC Base ***
The base soon sent a transmission to space to delay the deployment of the new base and requested for reinforcements...
*** New Cerinia ***
"So what else is new?" Krystal asked seemly unphased by the news as she got up.
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*Coruscant Senate Building*
Vestraad bowed slightly, smiling as he did so. "Captain Vestraad, ma'am. I'm from Mongdrigo on the first excursion in...well...what's been generations. I sought council with you to possibly discuss opening trade routes. We Mongdrigans don't have much in the way of technology," he waved a paw at the floating traffic. "Like atmospheric flight, at least for personal vessels. But we offer tiberium, processed of course, and access to manpower."
*Mongdrigo, South Eastern Fields*
Old Kev shrugged. "She came about after Great Leader spoke with the Bugmen. I was not present so I'm not sure what was discussed. Nor do I know her intentions. The Bugmen, as mysterious as they are, do often simply observe their neighbors."
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(Reach)
Tomas hits the gas and they speed off towards the base.
(Reach, Training Grounds)
Willa nods and Carl shows Okkal the batteries. They are the standard type found in some energy weapons.
"It depends on what you have for trade. We don't just give blueprints away to people we can't trust, but you are an exception, Okkal." Willa says.
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*Reach*
Okkal shrugged. “Couldn’t really say. Our arms aren’t as advanced as this. But, perhaps I’ll have something to show on my planet.” He chuckled, patting both Willa and the Spartan’s shoulders. “Can’t be slinging hot tiberium ‘round places like this.”
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
No matter where they looked, Michen couldn't find the key to this room anywhere. Frustrated and stressed from the situation they sat down in the room. They had to calm down for a moment now, else they would emotionally snap and then the situation would be even worse. They tried to sit down and think clearly for a second, figuring out what they could do next.
After calming down a little, they decided to figure out how the lock of the room worked. Walking towards the door, they checked what kind of lock system was installed in this motel.
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(Reach, Training Grounds)
Willa nods. "Your right there."
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*Unknown*
Fayam arrived at the location of Celina in a short time. He didn't know what she was doing here or why, but it wasn't his main concern. All he cared about now was keeping the Admiral's daughter out of the Tal Shiar clutches. He kept the weapons and shield on standby.
*Kuat*
Anna mumbled, "Hm... That's less time than I thought. Still, it's gonna take a while. You start building, I'll return to New Romulus and see D'Tan. OK?"
*Earth*
That night, Mary slept like a brick. One would need an explosion to wake her up.
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*** Kuat ***
"Understood - we'll keep you posted," the Kuat rep responded.
*** Earth ***
Mary wasn't the only one sleeping so soundly. Amy and Jason both slept just as soundly, with Jason behind Amy, his arms wrapped around her, and his nose gently pressed against the back of her neck.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The lock was a motel-standard card lock, where a thin horizontal receptacle would scan the card and lock or unlock the door. A knock sounded, and a female voice said, "Room service - anything to eat, sir?"
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev thought of a question to pass the time. "Mister Wilco... the artifact that was found here on Reach during the war... what ever happened to it?"
(Wilco, have you read the book Halo: First Strike?)
*** Coruscant Senate Building ***
"Oh, I see," Mon Mothma responded. "I'm afraid I don't know much about Tiberium. What are it's applications?"
*** Mongdrigo, South Eastern Fields ***
"I see..." Malgus said softly. He thought for a few moments, then recomposed himself. "Well, let's get the obvious questions out of the way - what is your purpose coming here, and why are you so... forthcoming... with me?"
*** Outside Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"What do you intend to do? And what are we looking for?" Roc asked quietly.
*** Terra Ceti Orbit ***
"Inquisitor to the Galatae - we're getting a distress signal down planetside," Vokun radioed the Galatae. "Are you getting this?"
*** New Cerinia ***
"You still shouldn't have pushed them like that," Markus told Krystal. "You know as well as I do that Romulans are most dangerous when backed into a corner."
-
(I have, but I don't really remember)
(Reach)
Wilco shrugs. "I don't really know."
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** Outside Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"We need proof he's collaborating with our enemies so, we follow him home." Alex explained her plan. "And work it out from there.
*** Terra Ceti Orbit ***
"Affirmative, Inquisitor" The Galatea replied "we've already sent down a detachment of our new Hellfire Mk III power armor>"
indeed a smaller ship headed towards the surface...
*** Terra Ceti Surface, California, DMC Base ***
A large band of primitively equiped Raiders were charging towards the base some mowed down by sniper and machine gun fire, returning their own fire with more primitive but still effective earth like ballistic weapons similar to those seen used during the 20th and 21st century, with some missile and grenade weapons in between.
*** New Cerinia ***
"You know exactly how I feel about Romulans, Markus I don't trust most of them."
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*Reach*
Okkal nodded as he inspected the Splazer's battery-array. "Huh...enough energy to pierce armor...in such a small package too." He shrugged, and continued down the line.
*Coruscant Senate Building*
"Nearly limitless," Vestraad beamed. "You can liquidate it, run it through kinetic agitators, and get tons of power. Refine it with the proper chemicals and you can pull most raw metals from it. It makes great decoration, too, once you treat it properly."
*Mongdrigo, South Eastern Fields*
"To better relations between the city-dwellers and my people," Old Kev said. "As for being here, these are my hunting grounds. Though, it has been a few years since I have been here."
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*** Coruscant Senate Building ***
"Really?" Mon Mothma said, her face portraying genuine interest. She motioned for Vestraad to follow her. "We'd be better off discussing this in my office. Please come with me." She would then, assuming Vestraad was in tow, walk toward one of the stairways.
*** Mongdrigo, South Eastern Fields ***
"I see..." Malgus said. He looked back at the Sith troopers behind him and made a simple hand gesture. While none of the troopers had weapons pointed at Kev, they all had them drawn, just in case. On Malgus' gesture, they all holstered or slung their weapons. "Apologies for that - one cannot be too careful. These are dangerous days, if you believe the talk."
*** Outside Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Roc wordlessly acknowledged Alex, checking the load on his AR197.
*** Terra Ceti Orbit ***
"Should I send my own forces down to assist?" Vokun asked.
(Who's commanding the Galatae again?)
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev remained silent, but suddenly doubled over in his seat, clutching his head as her was greeted with what could be termed as a psychic flash. The most the others would see was him doubling over, and all they would hear is him gasping as though in pain.
He saw a sudden appearance of a Covenant ship, inside Reach's atmosphere, and a mixed force of Jiralhanae and human rebels, all armed with Covenant weapons, and they were...
Vhikarev never saw what the attacking force did, the vision ended before he could see what happened. But he then got a sudden sickening sensation in his gut - and he knew all too well what that meant.
"Wilco..." He finally said, "... get your commanders on the horn. This place is about to come under attack."
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(Reach)
The sound of AA guns can be heard and alarms start blaring. "Seems like they already know." Wilco says.
(Reach, Training Grounds)
Willa leads Okkal to a nearby bunker as the spartans start gathering in their squads. "Stay here until one of us come back to get you, ok?" She says smiling at him.
Tomas pulls up and Everyone piles out. "Looks like we're here in time."
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---- Draco City, Dragon'taan ---
"Yeah we'll just shadow him got a cloaking device?" Alex asked.
*** Tau Ceti orbit***
"If you want." Kylie replied from the Galatae
--Tau Ceti Surface DMC Base--
Breaking through the atmosphere suddenly many LAAt Gunships carrying troops wearing Hellfire MKIII Armor (https://staticdelivery.nexusmods.com/mods/120/images/6776-3-1243847730.jpg) annilating waves of raiders before landing and unloading the troops who further pushed back the line of marauding Raiders
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*Reach*
Okkal pulled away, heading back towards his ship. "No! I can't leave that ship! It's too dangerous!"
*Coruscant, Senate Building*
Vestraad followed Mon Mothma with a smile, glad that he could find a potential ally on this alien planet.
*Mongdrigo, South Eastern Fields*
Old Kev nodded wistfully. "Of course. This place is always dangerous." He scanned the horizon a moment, before continuing. "So, what do you seek from this world? It is not one of forgiveness or ease."
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(Reach)
Willa sighs. "It'll be fine, ok? The hangers are now underground and safe from attacks. Your ship and your crew will be fine. ok? I can stay with you if you want, in case you get lonely easily."
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*Reach*
Okkal shook his head. "No no! If the ship's tiberium core is breached, the liquid inside will leak out! It will doom the whole planet!"
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(Reach)
Willa looks at him sternly. "And You can't get off planet either! Your best choice is to stay here and wait out the attack. Your ship will be fine! We've tested pretty much every known weapon out there to make sure nothing can penetrate the hanger doors." She's getting angry now. "You run more risk trying to get off-planet and getting blown up, then waiting here." She sighs. If only people knew the dangers of trying to take off from Reach.
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit **
Blaine and Kozik followed, checking their loadout on the way to wherever they were being led to. Kozik looked at the helmet for a moment, the painted skull fading, before he pulled it on with a quick hiss.
"Only from what I've heard and seen the past few days." Blaine replied, taking a few strides ahead to catch up with the medic. "Why? Should I know more about your part of the universe?" He inquired, taking off his helmet to speak more clearly.
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*Reach*
Okkal glanced back at the hangar again, as he shifted from foot to foot. His paws clenched and unclenched in thought, before he spoke. “I will retreat to your bunker, but know this. The fate of this world rests on your head.” He turned on his heel, heading for the indicated bunker.
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*Unknown*
Fayam kept his ears and eyes wide open. He made sure no suspicious ship entered the area. He was convinced his battleship alone would chase some unwanted presence away.
*Kuat*
Anna fired up the engines and Faith made its way back to New Romulus. There, she made a contact. "Anna to New Romulus, reporting back from Kuat. Anything new in the meantime?"
*Earth*
At the dawn of the new day, Mary shot out of bed, grabbed breakfast and went out to explore the city on her own. She didn't have a care in the universe as she made her way through the streets.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
The snow leopard noticed the knocking whilst trying to figure out the lock. They were a bit startled by the unexpected event, which threw Michen completely off-guard. "Um..." They were so busy with trying to figure things out that they completely forgot about food! Well, they might as well order something. They would need food sooner or later anyways. So they started to think, in silence, what they would like to have for... breakfast? Had they really not eaten yet since they got here?
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*** Cairo, Earth ***
"Sir?" the lady asked. "Is everything alright?"
*** Unspecified Park, New Cerinia ***
Gideon sat next to Celina with his arm around her. "I don't think your mom likes me, Celina," he told her.
*** New Romulus Orbit ***
D'Tan was the first to answer. "Well, I must say, you're certainly early. I was not expecting you for a week, at least. Regardless, nothing new to report - still breaking the encryption on the Tal Shiar files you brought back."
*** Earth ***
During her explorations, Mary may find herself noticing a strangely-dressed tiger woman with blonde hair, walking hand-in-hand with another tiger, a male with a buzz-cut hair style. Both were dressed like Jedi - odd for this region, as Jedi were not known to frequent the area.
*** Reach ***
In a disturbing twist, a heavily-modified ORS-class Heavy Cruiser (http://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/12/11043/ORSFront.jpg) with an Odd Symbol (http://library.galciv2.com/mvlib/ss/Fullview_Advent-logolrg.png) dropped out of slipspace - right over the city. There was no shockwave after the slipspace aperture closed, but the ship immediately began sending out what looked to be recon drones. Apart from that and beaming down Jiralhanae and what appeared to be Human Rebels with glowing blue eyes, the ship made no hostile gesture. It was almost as if the ship was looking for something - or someone - specific.
Vhikarev racked a round into the chamber of his weapon. "Those beasts..." he growled. A soft, draconic rumble crept from his throat.
*** Mongdrigo, South Eastern Fields ***
"I seek to build a haven for any Sith - Force-sensitive or otherwise - to come to. A place to build a New Sith Empire with no infighting among squabbling Dark Jedi - which I no longer claim allegiance to - no rampant rebellion resulting from slavery, which I will outlaw, as it was a constant problem in the old Sith Empire... I seek to build what the Sith Empire might have been if it had made certain choices... differently," Malgus explained.
*** Coruscant, Senate Building ***
After ascending a few flights of stairs and a long walk through the red-carpeted halls, Vestraad and Mon Mothma would come into the Supreme Chancellor's office - only to find Luke Skywalker and his father already in full discussion.
"... father, are you certain it's him?" Luke asked Vader.
"I am, Luke - you felt it, yourself," Vader responded. "He feels different than I imagined he would, but I cannot mistake it - it is him. It is Malgus."
Luke cast a glance over and noticed Mon Mothma. It was Vader who saw Vestraad. He made no hostile gesture, but spoke directly to him. "Excuse my directness, but are you the captain of the vessel that came here from Mongdrigo?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Indeed I do - do you?" Roc asked.
*** Terra Ceti orbit ***
The Inquisitor launched a group of drop ships to support the allied forces in the fight - whatever that fight was.
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*Coruscant, Senate Building*
“Magical,” whispered Vestraad as he took in the interior of the Senate building. “The whole square could fit in here...” He walked into the office backwards, gawking at the tapestries and carpet. As Vader addressed him, Vestraad snapped into a salute for a brief moment. “I am. Captain Vestraad.” He extended his paw to shake.
*Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields*
Old Kev chuckled after Malgus finished. “A new empire? You picked a terrible place, outworlder. This is a land of ruin. But, the Claimed wish you luck.” Kev placed a huge paw on Malgus’s shoulder, while pressing a clenched fist to his own chest. “My people will recognize you as the Architect. The one who wishes to build upon this broken world. We will offer what we can.” Old Kev released Malgus, turning on his heel to leave. “For the sake of Mongdrigo, do well.”
-
*** Unspecified Park, New Cerinia ***
"She's warming up to you, just relax." Celina replied "You need to see beyond her tough 'shell'"Celina added.
*** New Cerinia, En route to Krystal's mansion ***
"So where is Celina?" Krystal asked Markus sitting next to him in the taxi cab.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yes." Alex replied still shadowing the senator.
*** Tau Ceti, DMC Base ***
The battle raged and more and more raiders were taken down theri bodies littered the desert sand as the DMC troops faught onward their advanced tech and Armor keeping their own casualties down to incredibly less than the raiders who by now were up to 30% casualties, as their numbers continued to dwindle, due to inferior tech, armor and to some degree, sheer stupidity and ignorance.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
The question made Michen snap back to the situation at hand. "Oh, sorry. Do you have any ham, by any chance?" The feral may be able to talk, but they were quite socially awkward in some situations. They regularly had a hard time understanding what others expected of them, and sometimes the opposite was also true. That's why even the culture they were well familiar with sometimes seemed to be some kind of enigma.
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*** Reach ***
In a disturbing twist, a heavily-modified ORS-class Heavy Cruiser (http://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/12/11043/ORSFront.jpg) with an Odd Symbol (http://library.galciv2.com/mvlib/ss/Fullview_Advent-logolrg.png) dropped out of slipspace - right over the city. There was no shockwave after the slipspace aperture closed, but the ship immediately began sending out what looked to be recon drones. Apart from that and beaming down Jiralhanae and what appeared to be Human Rebels with glowing blue eyes, the ship made no hostile gesture. It was almost as if the ship was looking for something - or someone - specific.
Vhikarev racked a round into the chamber of his weapon. "Those beasts..." he growled. A soft, draconic rumble crept from his throat.
(Reach)
Wilco brings Vhikarev inside. "I wouldn't do anything that would give you away..." He said to him as Spartans rush past.
Tomas hangs by the door, guarding it.
*Reach*
Okkal glanced back at the hangar again, as he shifted from foot to foot. His paws clenched and unclenched in thought, before he spoke. “I will retreat to your bunker, but know this. The fate of this world rests on your head.” He turned on his heel, heading for the indicated bunker.
(Reach, Training Grounds Bunker)
Willa leads Okkal through the bunker. "I understand..." She leads him to a room where workers were hiding. "Do you want me to stay with you?"
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*New Cerina*
Fayam tensed. Something was out there. Someone. Strangely, he felt it closing in. Celina was down on the surface, he up there. Waiting. He wondered whether he should go down there and get on it personally. It might be best. He couldn't leave his ship behind, either. Pondering his options, he knew that the Tal Shiar might have already have infiltrants down there. They might also still arrive- though that chance was small. He decided to make the gamble and lowered from orbit. As the ship came closer, the noise of its engines started penetrating the atmosphere. Anyone unsuspecting down there could be scared to death.
*New Romulus*
Anna shrugged. "Well, it was mainly a matter of setting the job up. They're working as we speak. After I receive the word my new vessel is complete, I'll go and look for additional crew... I'll need them on the much more sizeable ship.
*Earth*
Mary's eye hung for several second on the two. She raised an eyebrow. She mumbled, "Huh. Unusual.", and her eyes went back to her map.
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*Reach*
Okkal shook his head. “No no, you must help your defenders. I will be fine.”
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*** Starship Borealis, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Angel threw herself back on the bed and groaned louder, her breathing becoming erratic, her eyes darted around the room as she became more and more scared about what was happening to her.
Rochell eventually calmed down, but her hand still rubbed her jagged stump, then she started to mutter 'Keesha' incoherently.
*** Foliage covered crater in Plains, Geidi IV ***
Gypsie's pupils turned to sharp slits and she set Vasily down and pounced at Hector, swiping at his legs and cutting them into three clean cuts. She would hop back from Hector, rearing to begin another pounce.
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*** Foliage covered crater in Plains, Geidi IV ***
Well aware of how important Gypsie was to Vasily, and not wanting to hurt her, Hector fired a stun shot at Gypsie, which would merely stun her, keeping her from attacking, so they could be beamed aboard the Chimera before the unidentified forces found them.
*** Unspecified Park, New Cerinia ***
"Is she?" Gideon asked. "How can you tell?"
*** New Cerinia, En route to Krystal's mansion ***
"If she's not at the mansion, she's probably with her boyfriend, or whatever he is," Markus responded. "Have you heard back from Saraabi?"
*** New Romulus Orbit ***
"Have you thought about installing a droid crew or mobile holographic crew?" D'Tan suggested. "I hear they're rather effective, and cuts the cost of operating large vessels dramatically. Case in point being the Holographic armies of the United Alliance Coalition or the Droid Armies of the Trade Federation."
*** Unspecified location, Earth ***
If Mary looked up again, she would find Amy approaching her. "Excuse me, ma'am, but can I borrow your map? My boyfriend, here, misplaced ours. I just need to scan it."
(Anna, wasn't there one incident where Amy and Mary actually met, way back in the pages?)
*** Cairo, Earth ***
"Yes, actually, we do," the lady responded. "Would you like me to come in?"
*** Reach ***
"I know... but if those beasts come after me, they get a bullet to the head," Vhikarev said. "What I want to know is how the hell they knew I was here."
*** Coruscant, Senate Building ***
(Ray... it was Vader who greeted Vestraad, not Luke.)
Vader shook Vestraad's paw. "Good. I was hoping you could shed some light on what my son and I felt through the Force. Does the name Darth Malgus mean anything to you?"
*** Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields ***
"We fully intend to," Malgus assured Kev. "We've had experience in turning a world of ruin into what you might call a glorious jewel."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Then let us disappear," Roc said as he activated his PCD and vanished.
*** Terra Ceti ***
(Did you forget it was Terra Ceti, Alessia, or were you wanting to change the name to Tau Ceti?)
DMC Forces from the Inquisitor reinforced the forces already present, with a few Dragon'taan Crusaders joining the battle.
*** Sangheili Gunship Retribution's Thunder, Onderon Orbit ***
The AI of the Retribution's Thunder received a hail from a starship called the Borealis, and spoke in a female voice: "Caller, please authenticate."
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*Coruscant, Senate Building*
Vestraad tilted his head. "The Force? A-Anyway. Yes, Lord Malgus saved my planet. He rules kindly over Mongdrigo."
*Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields*
Old Kev nodded once, took a strange pouncing stance, and jumped high into the air, hard enough to push light debris away from him. He landed a few hundred feet away, before again jumping into the distance, vanishing behind a particularly large outcropping of tiberium.
Garrus approached Malgus, smiling as the tiberium fiends ran after Old Kev. "Well, that went well. How're you feeling, my lord?"
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*** Foliage covered crater in Plains, Geidi IV ***
Well aware of how important Gypsie was to Vasily, and not wanting to hurt her, Hector fired a stun shot at Gypsie, which would merely stun her, keeping her from attacking, so they could be beamed aboard the Chimera before the unidentified forces found them.
*** Unspecified Park, New Cerinia ***
"Is she?" Gideon asked. "How can you tell?"
*** New Cerinia, En route to Krystal's mansion ***
"If she's not at the mansion, she's probably with her boyfriend, or whatever he is," Markus responded. "Have you heard back from Saraabi?"
*** New Romulus Orbit ***
"Have you thought about installing a droid crew or mobile holographic crew?" D'Tan suggested. "I hear they're rather effective, and cuts the cost of operating large vessels dramatically. Case in point being the Holographic armies of the United Alliance Coalition or the Droid Armies of the Trade Federation."
*** Unspecified location, Earth ***
If Mary looked up again, she would find Amy approaching her. "Excuse me, ma'am, but can I borrow your map? My boyfriend, here, misplaced ours. I just need to scan it."
(Anna, wasn't there one incident where Amy and Mary actually met, way back in the pages?)
*** Cairo, Earth ***
"Yes, actually, we do," the lady responded. "Would you like me to come in?"
*** Reach ***
"I know... but if those beasts come after me, they get a bullet to the head," Vhikarev said. "What I want to know is how the hell they knew I was here."
*** Coruscant, Senate Building ***
(Ray... it was Vader who greeted Vestraad, not Luke.)
Vader shook Vestraad's paw. "Good. I was hoping you could shed some light on what my son and I felt through the Force. Does the name Darth Malgus mean anything to you?"
*** Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields ***
"We fully intend to," Malgus assured Kev. "We've had experience in turning a world of ruin into what you might call a glorious jewel."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Then let us disappear," Roc said as he activated his PCD and vanished.
*** Terra Ceti ***
(Did you forget it was Terra Ceti, Alessia, or were you wanting to change the name to Tau Ceti?)
DMC Forces from the Inquisitor reinforced the forces already present, with a few Dragon'taan Crusaders joining the battle.
*** New Cerinia, En route to Krystal's mansion ***
"No I haven't heard back from here yet.
*** Unspecified Park, New Cerinia ***
"I just can , you just need to give her time after all she's very protective of her daughters..." Celina replied
*** Borealis, med bay, Geidi VI orbit***
Rae turned to Keesha "Umm we need an authorization code to speak with your parents..." the white vixen explained.
Ambre played around with Angel trying to keep her in the bed.
The medical Droid gave Keesha another water and some basic food before it turned to Angel's bed and walked over to her to help her.
Katie meanwhile grumbled finishing with Rochelle.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen tilted their head, not expecting such a question. "Uh, okay..." The feral had zero experiences with staying in a hotel/motel/whatever, so they hadn't even got the slightest clue as to how roomservice actually worked. All they knew was that you order food and then they come to bring it to your room, and of course someone had to prepare it first. The rest was like waving a magic wand to them.
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*** Cairo, Earth ***
The room service lady used her own card to access the room, and opened the door. Looking down at Michen as though she were familiar with his kind, she said, "I have fresh ham here on the trolley," she indicated the trolley cart behind her outside the room. "Would you like anything else? If I don't have it on the trolley, I can get it from the kitchen."
*** New Cerinia, En route to Krystal's mansion ***
"I hope she got home okay..." Markus muttered, worried for the safety of his children, as any father would be.
*** Unspecified Park, New Cerinia ***
"I get that," Gideon said, before spotting a ice cream and beverage stand. He looked to Celina. "Ice cream?"
*** Starship Borealis, med bay, Geidi IV orbit ***
Keesha downed a few gulps of water, then spoke, "Emergency Code 210, Access Code Black Viking."
*** Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields ***
"Quite pleased," Malgus admitted. "We seem to have made a new friend. Regardless, we'll need to get back to the command center, so we can finish going over the building plans before I send it off to the architects." Malgus looked back at Garrus. "More Sith may join us, Sith willing to walk the path I now walk; we will need a temple for them to gather. Moreover, it can be a place of arcane knowledge of the Force, should the event arise that we find Force-Sensitives among your kind."
*** Coruscant, Senate Building ***
Even though Vader's face was hidden behind his mask, both he and Luke had expressions of concern. "Malgus... liberated your planet?" Luke asked with a worried tone. "He hasn't enslaved your people, hasn't put you to work mining dangerous materials or building monuments or anything like that?"
"I imagine that, if that was the case, this man would be asking our aid, not trying to set up trade," Mon Mothma said. "Who is Malgus?"
There was a long pause before Vader spoke, "Darth Malgus was a Sith Lord who lived hundreds of years ago - during the time of the Sith Empire under Vitiate. Malgus lead a Sith Rebellion that would have changed the Sith Empire into a new faction, but his rebellion was offed by the Original Sith Empire and the Republic."
"And as I recall, our old friend General Bellator headed up the Republic Task Force that brought Malgus down," Luke said. "According to him, Malgus was defeated, but Draco spared him - something about his tortured spirit. Malgus disappeared after that, and was later captured by the Eternal Empire under Valkorion, and frozen in Carbonite."
"Yes... and a rogue Sith Faction unfroze him, freed him, and they all vanished through what was termed as a temporal rift, and they were never heard from again," Vader continued. He looked to Vestraad. "If what you say is true... Malgus is turning over a new leaf. Can you put us in contact with him?"
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*** Unspecified Park, New Cerinia ***
"Sure why not?" Celina replied getting an odd feeling.
*** New Cerinia, En route to Krystal's mansion ***
"You worry too much." Krystal replied as she approached the front door.
*** Borealis, med bay, Geidi VI orbit***
"Emergency code 210, access code black Viking." Rae said into the comm system.
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*** Reach ***
"I know... but if those beasts come after me, they get a bullet to the head," Vhikarev said. "What I want to know is how the hell they knew I was here."
(Reach)
Wilco sighs and gently pulls Vhikarev away. "For now, the best plan is to hide and wait this out. I have a stealth ship stored somewhere near here. We could use that to get out of here if you want, sir."
*Reach*
Okkal shook his head. “No no, you must help your defenders. I will be fine.”
(Reach, Bunker Under Training Grounds)
Willa shakes her head. "I'm better off staying here and being the Last Line of Defense. You can easily get to your ship from here anyway. But you can't leave the planet until we allow you too..." She says, sighing.
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*Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields*
Garrus tilted his head, confused. "What's the Force, my Lord? I've never heard of this...but maybe it's in the Deeper Archives. Anyway, about the temple...we'll have to cut out a new sector...something to mirror your grandeur, it just won't fit in the city right now."
*Coruscant, Senate Building*
Vestraad chuckled. "If you can find a more dangerous material than Tiberium, let me know. But anyway, yes. Lord Malgus delivered us from the tyranny of Great Leader. But....I'm in no position to confirm or deny contacting Lord Malgus. Garrus is his right-paw, he can set you up. Unless..." The old Mongdrigan tilted his head. "Unless one of you wishes to ride back to Mongdrigo."
*Reach*
Okkal sighed. "So I'm being detained...?" He shook his head. "This is ridiculous, the Mongdrigans have no enemies, at least in our known space. To attack an unarmed civilian vehicle would be an act of war." He sighed again. "Lord Malgus will be most displeased."
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*Reach*
Okkal sighed. "So I'm being detained...?" He shook his head. "This is ridiculous, the Mongdrigans have no enemies, at least in our known space. To attack an unarmed civilian vehicle would be an act of war." He sighed again. "Lord Malgus will be most displeased."
(Reach)
"Your not being detained, just being held for safety. I'm sure Lord Malgus will understand that Reach came under attack and you couldn't leave while the attack happened..." She faces him and smiles. "While we wait, lets talk about that deal, hey? I'm sure Lord Malgus will be happy to have a trade happen."
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*** Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields ***
"Oh, no, of course not in the city," Malgus said. "I was going to have my troops clear a zone for the temple grounds, and keep the zone cleared. In fact, I was going to ask your input as to the best-suited location for such a temple. As for the Force... the Force can be most readily-explained as a mystical energy field generated by all living things. The most visible extent of Force-Sensitivity is having what you might call magical abilities - only with the Force, these abilities can be more extreme. Abilities like controlling fire, or water, lightning, being able to move objects with one's mind, or being able to read and affect the minds of others, or being able to see into the future... these are signs of Force sensitivity, and through training and guidance, can make oneself into something greater. But the Force often proves equally dangerous; take myself, for example - I was once a Sith Lord. I was trained in the ways of the Dark Side, dabbled in dark and dangerous powers, and believed the Jedi to be a mortal enemy. This..." he indicated his breath mask. "... was the result of one of my run-ins with Jedi. Looking back, that incident was what started me walking the path I now walk. I no longer see Jedi as enemies, but as potential allies - in time, when we have earned their trust. I know little of this galaxy, but I remember the reputation I once had. Regardless, in the matter of the Force... history has proven time and time again that the Force can be found in the unlikeliest of people and places." Malgus walked over near a Tiberium Crystal. "One thing I have been looking into personally, is these things - and the possibility of using properly-treated crystals as Lightsaber Crystals."
*** Coruscant, Senate Building ***
Vader and Luke looked to each other. Luke shrugged, and Vader returned his attention to Vestraad. "Perhaps not one of us, but I can send my former-apprentice with you," he said. "She's... much less intimidating than I."
"I can vouch for that," Mon Mothma told Vestraad. "Master Tano is a good woman, with great diplomacy and a valued honesty and straightforwardness. If this Sith Lord is as friendly as you say, she can confirm it."
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev looked at Wilco. "You forget - my ship is hiding cloaked in orbit, and can pull us out of here at a moment's notice; but I cannot leave here without the information I seek: The whereabouts of a man I knew, the only one who I told where I was going. I had heard he was a resident here, at one point. Doubtful he's still here, given his religion and affiliations, but your computers may be able to tell me where he went."
*** Unspecified Park, New Cerinia ***
Gideon, ever the gentleman, offered a hand to Celina to help her up as he rose from the bench. "Come on - I'm buying."
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
"For a woman so protective of her children, you sure don't worry about them when they're away from the house," Markus said. He went up behind Krystal to tickle her from behind.
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*Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields*
Garrus tapped his chin. "Hmm...we'll have to look at the topographs when we get back, my Lord. There's a few spots I can think of. Though this...Force thing...sounds interesting enough...I just can't bring any references to mind."
Vastraad nodded. "Of course, I've got more than enough seats. In fact, I'll offer this. For correspondence with Lord Malgus, I'll leave samples of treated tiberium as a gift." He blinked, reached into his pocket and withdrew a small black disk. "Here, galactic co-ordinates of Mongdrigo's system. Just...make sure to warn us beforehand of any visits. Orbital debris can be quite a bother."
*Reach*
Okkal nodded. "Hopefully we can strike a trade-agreement. But, that will have to go through Lord Malgus for confirmation. I'll leave our communication information before I leave."
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*** Reach ***
Vhikarev looked at Wilco. "You forget - my ship is hiding cloaked in orbit, and can pull us out of here at a moment's notice; but I cannot leave here without the information I seek: The whereabouts of a man I knew, the only one who I told where I was going. I had heard he was a resident here, at one point. Doubtful he's still here, given his religion and affiliations, but your computers may be able to tell me where he went."
(Reach)
Wilco nods and hands him his PDA.
Tomas covers them.
*Reach*
Okkal nodded. "Hopefully we can strike a trade-agreement. But, that will have to go through Lord Malgus for confirmation. I'll leave our communication information before I leave."
(Reach)
Willa nods. "I hope so too." She sits down at a table. "Do you want anything?"
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*** Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields ***
"Oh, no, of course not in the city," Malgus said. "I was going to have my troops clear a zone for the temple grounds, and keep the zone cleared. In fact, I was going to ask your input as to the best-suited location for such a temple. As for the Force... the Force can be most readily-explained as a mystical energy field generated by all living things. The most visible extent of Force-Sensitivity is having what you might call magical abilities - only with the Force, these abilities can be more extreme. Abilities like controlling fire, or water, lightning, being able to move objects with one's mind, or being able to read and affect the minds of others, or being able to see into the future... these are signs of Force sensitivity, and through training and guidance, can make oneself into something greater. But the Force often proves equally dangerous; take myself, for example - I was once a Sith Lord. I was trained in the ways of the Dark Side, dabbled in dark and dangerous powers, and believed the Jedi to be a mortal enemy. This..." he indicated his breath mask. "... was the result of one of my run-ins with Jedi. Looking back, that incident was what started me walking the path I now walk. I no longer see Jedi as enemies, but as potential allies - in time, when we have earned their trust. I know little of this galaxy, but I remember the reputation I once had. Regardless, in the matter of the Force... history has proven time and time again that the Force can be found in the unlikeliest of people and places." Malgus walked over near a Tiberium Crystal. "One thing I have been looking into personally, is these things - and the possibility of using properly-treated crystals as Lightsaber Crystals."
*** Coruscant, Senate Building ***
Vader and Luke looked to each other. Luke shrugged, and Vader returned his attention to Vestraad. "Perhaps not one of us, but I can send my former-apprentice with you," he said. "She's... much less intimidating than I."
"I can vouch for that," Mon Mothma told Vestraad. "Master Tano is a good woman, with great diplomacy and a valued honesty and straightforwardness. If this Sith Lord is as friendly as you say, she can confirm it."
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev looked at Wilco. "You forget - my ship is hiding cloaked in orbit, and can pull us out of here at a moment's notice; but I cannot leave here without the information I seek: The whereabouts of a man I knew, the only one who I told where I was going. I had heard he was a resident here, at one point. Doubtful he's still here, given his religion and affiliations, but your computers may be able to tell me where he went."
*** Unspecified Park, New Cerinia ***
Gideon, ever the gentleman, offered a hand to Celina to help her up as he rose from the bench. "Come on - I'm buying."
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
"For a woman so protective of her children, you sure don't worry about them when they're away from the house," Markus said. He went up behind Krystal to tickle her from behind.
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
Celina allowed Gideon to get her up and followed him to the Ice cream stand
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
"It causes unneeded stress besides I have Serena looking after Celina anyway." Krystal smirked giggling as Markus tickled her "HEY! Quit it!"
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*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
Markus, embracing Krystal from behind, chuckled heartily in her ear, putting a tender kiss on her cheek. He knew he didn't have to speak to tell Krystal just how much he loved her. And this was one way he took his mind off his worries.
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
Gideon surveyed the ice cream flavors, while the employee working the stand frowned on seeing Celina. "Um... you aren't, by chance, Celina Tokarev, are you?" he murmured.
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev accepted the PDA and worked on it with amazing speed for a dragon with hands like his. His eyes assimilated a lot of data, and in just a few minutes, had the information he sought. "Onderon..." he said. Looking up at Wilco, he said, "I don't doubt this world needs to be defended, but if our attackers are who I think they are, they're not here to destroy the place. If we can reach a subspace comm system, I can trick them to go elsewhere. Once they're gone, we can go to Onderon... and I may need backup, as Onderon can be a rough place, and I cannot risk my crew without blowing my anonymity."
*** Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields ***
"Let's focus on getting a place cleared out before we determine if any Force-sensitives yet live on this world. I am all but certain, however, other Sith like myself will join us," Malgus suggested before he climbed onto the transport that had carried him here. "Stay close to the convoy."
*** Supreme Chancellor's Office, Coruscant ***
Mon Mothma accepted the disk and spoke, "I will contact Mongdrigo shortly, then, and I thank you both for this opportunity and your honesty in the matter."
Vader then spoke to Vestraad: "I will have Ahsoka meet you at your ship... which reminds me, where is your ship landed?"
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*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"Yes, but what does that matter?" Celina askedm her hand reaching for something...
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
"Could we get inside first?" Krystal chuckled not even half way to opening the door by the time the tiger 'pounced' her.
"Terra Ceti Orbit"
"Reading clear on the ground resuming base delivery." said the Galatae's Ai Roxanne.
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*** Reach ***
Vhikarev accepted the PDA and worked on it with amazing speed for a dragon with hands like his. His eyes assimilated a lot of data, and in just a few minutes, had the information he sought. "Onderon..." he said. Looking up at Wilco, he said, "I don't doubt this world needs to be defended, but if our attackers are who I think they are, they're not here to destroy the place. If we can reach a subspace comm system, I can trick them to go elsewhere. Once they're gone, we can go to Onderon... and I may need backup, as Onderon can be a rough place, and I cannot risk my crew without blowing my anonymity."
Wilco nods. "We should get going then, sir. Where will we find the backup though?"
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(Could be. I do recall some meetings, but I forgot who exactly were there.)
*New Cerinia*
Fayam looked from the sky, keeping every corner of the park in view. He was not planning on anyone to take her. Even her friend was supicious to him. He decided it was best to jump out of his ship while the autopilot kept it in orbit. He leaped out and used his being a bird to keep an eye on the park, his revolver on his hip. The ship returned to orbit.
*New Romulus*
Anna thought about it. "I suppose I could consider it, but I also expect things to get quite lonely if it's only four real persons on such a ship. Besides, I'm not sure how versatile their uses are. We do have the computing power for a hivemind on board, though..."
*Earth*
Mary looked Amy in the face. There was something oddly familiar about it. Now, Mary asked, "I'm sorry, but somehow I have the idea we've met before. In a cafe on Dragon'taan, where you wound up in a fight, if I remember correctly?"
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*Supreme Chancellor's Office, Coruscant*
Vestraad bowed. "I thank you for your time, Chancellor Mothma." He then turned to Vader. "Uhm...I took a flying vehicle hear, but my ship is at the civilian docking location."
*Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields*
Garrus climbed onto the transport beside Malgus, as the others boarded the transport truck. A quick wave of Garrus's paw sent the transports on their way, trundling across the green crystal plains.
*Reach*
Okkal shook his head. "No, I don't need anything. Thank you."
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*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"Someone came by here looking for you - Romulan by the looks of him. Said he was from the Romulan Republic," the man said.
"Any idea what he wanted?" Gideon asked.
The man at the stand shrugged. "He didn't say."
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
Markus released Krystal to let her open the door, where they would both see Saraabi inside with a uniformed Starfleet officer. "... You're sure about that? You have no doubts?" she asked him.
The Starfleet Officer - a Captain, judging by the pips on the collar of his uniform, nodded. "Yes, ma'am."
*** Terra Ceti Orbit ***
The Inquisitor didn't verbally respond, but still sent drop ships of supplies and personnel.
*** Reach ***
"I was referring to you coming with me," Vhikarev told Wilco. "You and maybe a friend or two. Onderon is a rough place, between the Beast Riders, the occasional thug, and the rare rogue Mandalorian. I won't force you to come, but I'd very much like some backup that isn't so easily associated with me or my ship."
*** New Romulus ***
"I can't speak from experience, but many of my subordinates in the fleet swear by Hologram soldiers - they've seen them in action, case in point being the Hologram forces of the United Alliance Coalition," D'Tan said. "I believe my people when they say such Hologram forces are just as good as organic sentients. But that's just my opinion. If you want to learn more about Hologram forces, I'd advise you seek out someone in the Coalition... or talk to Doctor Joe, at Starfleet Medical. He's a prime example of how a hologram can be just as much a person as another organic."
*** Earth ***
The spark of recognition flared in Amy's eyes, as well. "Now that you mention it, I think I remember seeing you there... fancy meeting you here! You on vacation or something?"
*** Supreme Chancellor's Office, Coruscant ***
"What's your ship called?" Vader asked. "I can determine a location from the computers."
*** Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields ***
The trip back to the command center would seem shorter than the trip out to the fields, and indeed, before they knew it, the team would be back in the Sith Command Center. Malgus immediately went into a room where a grand temple design hologram stood visible.
(Forgive me for not providing an image, but the standard reply box seems inoperable. I will provide an image as soon as I can.)
*** Sangheili Gunship Retribution's Thunder, Onderon Orbit ***
There was a brief burst of static before a woman with tribal face painting and messy, light-brown hair could be seen. "This is San Jek'ari, to whom am I speaking, and what is the nature of your call?"
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen was a bit surprised about how things went here. Their mouth started watering at the idea of the ham alone. Could there be a way to make this even better? Seeming lost in thought for a few seconds, they came with another idea. "Do you happen to have milk, as well?" Being able to smell the food from the tray, it almost felt to them like they hadn't eaten in forever.
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*Coruscant, Supreme Chancellor’s office*
“The Craat,” Vestraad said. “I’ll need a while to get my people back on the ship, so your envoy will have plenty of time.”
*Mongdrigo, Sith Command Center*
Garrus, hot on Malgus’s heels, studied the hologram closely. “We’ll have the constructors begin manufacturing treated concrete immediately.” He poked his head out of the room, shouting a few commands. Moments later, Garrus held a topographical map of the area around Gorbis. “I’ve circled a few spots that could support such a construction, my Lord.”
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam didn't want to come too close, but close enough to get in action if need be. He landed in a nearby tree to keep a view of the situation. The last thing he wanted was to get Celina in panic.
*New Romulus*
Anna touted her mouth. She thought about it. Eventually, she replied, "Thanks, but I'm going to pass on them. I do this not just for myself and ship operations, but also for them- getting a job on a starship these days is tricky if you're living on Gaia. I hope to fight a bit of unemployment in that aspect as well."
*Earth*
Mary answered straightaway, "Yes. Yes, I am. I was just out and about to see the sights. Back to your matter, here's the map." She showed the two her map.
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*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"Someone came by here looking for you - Romulan by the looks of him. Said he was from the Romulan Republic," the man said.
"Any idea what he wanted?" Gideon asked.
The man at the stand shrugged. "He didn't say."
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
Markus released Krystal to let her open the door, where they would both see Saraabi inside with a uniformed Starfleet officer. "... You're sure about that? You have no doubts?" she asked him.
The Starfleet Officer - a Captain, judging by the pips on the collar of his uniform, nodded. "Yes, ma'am."
*** Terra Ceti Orbit ***
The Inquisitor didn't verbally respond, but still sent drop ships of supplies and personnel.
*** Reach ***
"I was referring to you coming with me," Vhikarev told Wilco. "You and maybe a friend or two. Onderon is a rough place, between the Beast Riders, the occasional thug, and the rare rogue Mandalorian. I won't force you to come, but I'd very much like some backup that isn't so easily associated with me or my ship."
*** New Romulus ***
"I can't speak from experience, but many of my subordinates in the fleet swear by Hologram soldiers - they've seen them in action, case in point being the Hologram forces of the United Alliance Coalition," D'Tan said. "I believe my people when they say such Hologram forces are just as good as organic sentients. But that's just my opinion. If you want to learn more about Hologram forces, I'd advise you seek out someone in the Coalition... or talk to Doctor Joe, at Starfleet Medical. He's a prime example of how a hologram can be just as much a person as another organic."
*** Earth ***
The spark of recognition flared in Amy's eyes, as well. "Now that you mention it, I think I remember seeing you there... fancy meeting you here! You on vacation or something?"
*** Supreme Chancellor's Office, Coruscant ***
"What's your ship called?" Vader asked. "I can determine a location from the computers."
*** Mongdrigo, Southeastern Fields ***
The trip back to the command center would seem shorter than the trip out to the fields, and indeed, before they knew it, the team would be back in the Sith Command Center. Malgus immediately went into a room where a grand temple design hologram stood visible.
(Forgive me for not providing an image, but the standard reply box seems inoperable. I will provide an image as soon as I can.)
*** Sangheili Gunship Retribution's Thunder, Onderon Orbit ***
There was a brief burst of static before a woman with tribal face painting and messy, light-brown hair could be seen. "This is San Jek'ari, to whom am I speaking, and what is the nature of your call?"
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
Celina looked behind her up at a tree , then turned bakc ot the ice cream vendor. "Hmm odd." she muttered simply, turning to her head to Gideon.
** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
"What's going on here, Saraabi?" Krystal asked stepping inside.
Celina looked up behind her towards a tree before turning back to the ice cream vendor. "Hmm odd." she said simply.
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*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"So which one do you want, Celina?" Gideon asked with a smile. "I'm buying."
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
"Mother, this is Captain Daniel of the USS Exarch," Saraabi responded. "He believes the Tal Shiar has targeted our family. Captain, those are my parents--"
"Lord-Admiral Markus Tokarev and Grand Admiral Krystal Indari-Tokarev," the Liberated Borg Officer responded, his voice having more emotion to it than a standard Liberated Borg. He offered a hand to Krystal. "An honor to meet you both. Captain Daniel Sullivan, USS Exarch."
*** New Romulus ***
"Not gonna argue with that," D'Tan responded. "I can't fault you for trying--" D'Tan stopped suddenly as one of his aides whispered something in his ear, and D'Tan's face turned serious. "It seems we've decrypted part of the data you brought back. There is mention of a faction known only as the 'Triple Alliance', and alleged ties to the United Imperial Alliance." He paused, then asked, "Have any of you been as deep into UIA Territory as Coruscant, and if so, were you ever in contact with Lord Vader?"
*** Unspecified Location, Earth ***
"Jason and I are on vacation, too," Amy said as she scanned the map. "Once we're done here, he and I were gonna go to Vegas. Ever been there?"
*** Cairo, Earth ***
"Yes, actually," the woman responded. "And don't worry about cost - whoever got you your room paid for everything. So, Ham and Milk... anything else?"
*** Coruscant, Supreme Chancellor’s office ***
Vader nodded. "I understand," he said.
*** Docking Bay Nine, Coruscant ***
Some hours after Vestraad's visit to the Supreme Chancellor's office, a lone Togruta Jedi ( https://www.starwarspost.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/star-wars-ahsoka-tano-isnt-dead-1180x603.jpg (https://www.starwarspost.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/star-wars-ahsoka-tano-isnt-dead-1180x603.jpg) ) wandered into the Docking Bay where the Craat had landed. Looking around, Ahsoka tried to use the Force to determine if anyone was here. She didn't think she was early; she had gotten lost along the way trying to find the correct Docking area.
*** Mongdrigo, Sith Command Center ***
Malgus hummed to himself in thought, then indicated one of the selected zones, just north of the city. "This place here... what's there that would need clearing?"
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*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"hmm can i have the cherry?" Celina asked wanting more than that.
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
"So tell me what we don't know." Krystal replied shaking the captain's hand."
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Rae Arcnon of the NCD Borealis, I have your daughter here in my medbay ,don't worry she's in stable condition now, she was in rough shape when we found her planetside." Rae explained turning the monitor to face Keesha so they could see her.
*** Green hills,unidentified Camp. ***
The Silver armored Sangheili cursed in his own language under his breath as the figure dissappeared from his sight..... He growed and turned back to the human camp. "HOW DARE YOU POOP ON MY FLOWERS!!!!" Kyva yelled out.
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*** Reach ***
"I was referring to you coming with me," Vhikarev told Wilco. "You and maybe a friend or two. Onderon is a rough place, between the Beast Riders, the occasional thug, and the rare rogue Mandalorian. I won't force you to come, but I'd very much like some backup that isn't so easily associated with me or my ship."
(Reach)
"Understandable. I don't know anyone else really..." He sighs and looks to Vhikarev. "My siblings have to stay here..."
*Reach*
Okkal shook his head. "No, I don't need anything. Thank you."
(Reach)
Willa nods and grabs herself a drink. She then sits down at an unoccupied table and gestures for Okkal to sit down.
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*Docking Bay Nine, Coruscant*
Though she reached out with the Force, Ashoka would ‘feel’ no one, even as a Mongdrigan crewman rounded a cargo crate, nearly toppling over himself in an attempt to avoid colliding with the Jedi. “Whoop! Sorry there.” He extended a gloved paw and offered a smile. “I’m Adros Kam, navigational officer and weapons specialist.”
*Sith Command Center, Mongdrigo*
Garrus tapped his chin in thought, before groaning. “Oh...right. That’s the uh...veinhole pit. Nasty thing, spits out toxic tiberium vapor when agitated. Not to mention the veins. They’ll tear up anything too slow to get away. And the floaters...but, by your word, Lord Malgus. We will have it cleared.”
*Reach*
Okkal shrugged and sat at the designated table.
The crew of Okkal’s vessel had manned their battle stations, but did not spool the engines or otherwise prepare to depart.
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*** Docking Bay Nine, Coruscant ***
Ahsoka shook Adros' hand in a friendly manner. "Ahsoka Tano, Jedi Commander and Envoy, evidently. My former-master sent me to find the Starship Craat, is this that ship?" She asked.
*** Sith Command Center, Mongdrigo ***
Malgus fixed his eyes on Garrus, which - contrary to what one would expect even of a former-sith - were a vibrant green. "I did not say your people would be clearing the grounds - your people had been through enough with the tyranny of Great Leader, whatever his name was. I have specialized Hazard Troopers that can clear the place out." He paused, as though remembering something then, and added, "And while I have you here, I wanted to go over plans for a medical center - someplace to house, treat and heal the sick and injured. Such a facility would be much easier to erect if there is a similar or exact faciliy here in the city. I already have the medical supplies aboard several carrier ships - do you know of any such facility that could serve as a hospital?"
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev opened his mouth to speak, but was unable to say anything as he was hit with a new sensation - a short-lived image in his head of himself, Wilco, and another person he did not recognize. And they were here on Reach. Finally, he said, "We may have to stay a bit, ourselves... if what I sense is correct, someone... friendly to our mission, will come looking for us. In the meantime, we need to send that ship away."
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
Gideon shot Celina a quizzical look. "Celina, I think I know you well enough to know you'd want more than that," he said with a broad smile.
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
Daniel looked surprised. "You... knew beforehand?" he asked. "How? We just found out ourselves."
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
San, though worried about her daughter, remained calm. "How'd she get that way? What happened? Was it in that Unreal Tournament?" she asked.
*** Green hills, unidentified Camp ***
The Kig-yar fled from the crashed ship, leaving the humans staring after them in relief and bewilderment. One of them spotted the Sangheili and waved to him, as though to say thanks for scaring them off.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Skye and Travis both shared a sentimental moment. They sat, hand in hand, watching the Unreal Tournament on Mandalore play out. Her head leaned on his shoulder, and his head leaned on hers. It didn't take a genius to figure out where this was headed. It was Skye who broke the ice on the subject.
"Do you think I'm to forward?" Skye asked.
Travis shook his head subtly. "Not at all," he answered immediately.
"Then it wouldn't be too soon for me to tell you that I find you to be a very sweet, really amazing guy," Skye said. "Hard to believe that our meeting on Tigaria and running from the Tal Shiar would bring us together."
"We're a real life Jason Bourne and Marie Kreutz, you and I," Travis chuckled.
Skye returned the chuckle. "Exactly my point," she said. "So I hope you don't find it too sudden to hear me say that... that I love you."
This time, Travis looked Skye in the eyes, his green eyes meeting her blue. They remained silent for a long time, and Skye was considering she'd pushed too far when he smiled, nuzzled his nose on hers, and gave off a soft, loving chuckle. "So you do love me," he said.
"Do you love me?" Skye asked, fearing one answer, but at the same time eagerly expecting the other.
"I love you more than anything, Skye," Travis admitted. "Look at what we've been through; look at what we've done, where we are. You weren't just along for the ride, I needed you - I still do. You mean more to me than the galaxy. You are everything to me. You--"
Skye silenced him with a finger on his lips. "Anyone ever tell you you talk too much?" She said with a sly expression.
"On the contrary - they've told me before I don't talk enough," Travis responded. They both laughed lightly, then leaned in for a tender, romantic kiss.
*** Elsewhere on Dragon'taan ***
Fixel would feel a familiar sensation as the ancient one approached her when she would be in a secluded area. "You wear your immortality well, Fixel," Ahkrinviingah said. "Now, can you handle your first assignment?"
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam sat in the tree like one of those old land mines- the instant anything suspicious happened, he would go off. He didn't let his gun go all this time.
*New Romulus*
Anna thought hard and she responded, "Ehh... We've been near Coruscant multiple times, but 'lord vader' does not ring a bell. Mainly because 99% of the time we were there was for either repairs or cargo jobs."
*Earth*
Mary shook her head. "No. This is my first time on Earth, actually. I wouldn't even know what kind of place it is."
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** Elsewhere on Dragon'taan ***
"What is it you need?" Fixel asked, a DC-17M interchagable wepon system rifle in her hands.
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"you didn't offer to get more than one ,though." Celina noted "Strawberry too then."
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
Krystal turned to Markus, letting him answer.
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"I dunno, Sir, maybe she can answer I think she's well enough to speak with you." Rae said, again turning the holographic comm screen to Keesha, pushing it close to her bed.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
a hologram of Serena and Krystal appeared on Skye and Travis' table.
Krystal looked at the two "Hope I"m not interuppting something important." Krystal began.
"The lylat system including Corneria has been invaded by the Sith-Covenant." Serena began
"I want both of you together to form a strike force and liberate that system we cannot allow the Sith-Covenant to control that system. Be careful up until now they have not made such a bold move."
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit **
Blaine and Kozik followed, checking their loadout on the way to wherever they were being led to. Kozik looked at the helmet for a moment, the painted skull fading, before he pulled it on with a quick hiss.
"Only from what I've heard and seen the past few days." Blaine replied, taking a few strides ahead to catch up with the medic. "Why? Should I know more about your part of the universe?" He inquired, taking off his helmet to speak more clearly.
((Sorry for absence without notice, internet situation was a little hard to fix.))
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*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
In her half-conscience state, Rochell made a remark to San, be it soft spoken and mumbled, "Felt real though..."
Angel did stay distracted enough that the pain felt like a constant poking into her soft sides, while Ambre played with her. The longer Angel sat there, the larger the discolored spot on her side would become, but not at a rapid pace.
*** Transporter Room, Geidi IV Orbit***
When they dropped out of being beamed up, the negative effects Gypsie seemed to suffer from being transported that way, combined with the stun, caused her body to seize and shrink to normality. Her form would slowly return to normal. As she now lay face down, asleep or unconscious, it would appear that she had suffered some wounds when she ran away with Kyle, since her normal body would truly show the damage.
There were multiple plasma burns on her sides, along with holes from ballistics and shrapnel.
In her unconscious state, she would simply groan as a response to the dull pain she felt.
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A small science vessel hung in the orbit of Sol III. It was covered with various sensor arrays and other forms of detection equipment. The words "The Endeavor" were painted on the sides. Underneath it in much smaller text were the words "The Doomed Crew" crossed out in red ink. The ship was designed to be able to be manned by a single crew member, although three was considered to be the optimal number. The interior was compact, but also designed to keep the illusion of being more spacious than it was. Almost every part of the wall had monitors spitting out information of all sorts. Most of it wasn't useful to its occupant. The center of the ship was larger than both the aft and the forward sections of the ship. In it housed an advanced 3D printer, capable of producing all sorts of neat gizmos and devices... provided it had the materials. Most of the time bits and pieces from broken items were recycled and then used to build new ones.
Weaver hesitantly hovered over the comms button. He had heard of some strong tensions going on in the area, and if it weren't for this package he had to deliver, he wouldn't be here. After a few moments, he pressed down on the red button.
"This is the Endeavor requesting to dock at a port in San Francisco. I have a priority package that needs to be delivered."
Hopefully he'd at least be able to dock.
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(We're not gonna hold internet issues against you, Blaine. I know how frustrating internet issues can be.)
*** Sol III Orbit ***
"Copy, Endeavor, be advised - San Francisco docks are full, but we have three available for your craft on the Orbital Embassy. Shuttle rides down planetside are available," came the response. All over the space in orbit, Starfleet vessels of all shapes and sizes were present - everything from the small and aged Miranda-class light frigates to the massive, heavily-armed tanks of Starfleet, the Odyssey-class Command Warships.
It was an armada, and one could only speculate as to it's purpose.
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Keesha? Sweetie, what happened?" San asked.
Keesha coughed. "It was a trap, mom... they never intended me to win the Tournament on Geidi IV. I would have..." she paused to cough. "... gotten out of there, but I couldn't leave Angel and Rochell - not there, mom. Not with them."
"Rochell? Angel? Who are they?" San queried.
*** Transporter Room, Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Request: Hector to Gemini, get the medical droids here, on the double! Captain Vasily and mistress Gypsie need medical attention!" Hector demanded. As it was, no such command was necessary; medical droids poured into the room, seeing to both Vasily and Gypsie. They would patch the two up as best they could, give them a cocktail of antibiotics, temporary healing nanites, and a dose of pain relievers to alleviate the pain, and when they were all finished, the med bots would gently set Vasily and Gypsie in Vasily's bed and leave them alone. With their captain and his girlfriend now secure, Gemini would move the Chimera away from Geidi IV, and plot a course for Onderon.
*** Unspecified Location, Dragon'taan ***
"It has come to my attention of a new wanderer in UNSC space - a dragon. Vhikarev, I believe his name is," Ahkrinviingah said. "I am tasking you with helping him - he needs to come to Dragon'taan, as his path must take him here. He will be... a valuable ally in the fight ahead. But, I imagine, you may not be able to get him here immediately; for that, you must help him track down who it was he came to find. Only then, I sense, will he be ready to come to Dragon'taan. When he does, take him before High General Indari. He will give you and him your next instructions."
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit ***
"It's not that you should know, I was just curious as to how much you knew. Guy's a hero, you know. Killed the Emperor of the Sith Empire a long time ago, made some powerful friends," Doc said. "And I was right there with him - ever since Balmorra."
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
"Apparently, an independent contractor discovered the plot in a Tal Shiar listening post hidden on Dragon'taan itself," Markus replied.
"A Tal Shiar post on Dragon'taan?" Daniel said. "Hnh... this could lend validity to the rumors of a Tal Shiar post in Federation territory, too... but why are they spying on us like this now? They have enough to worry about."
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"Strawberry and Cherry it is, then," Gideon said. He looked to the stand employee. "I'll take the chocolate and vanilla."
"Very good - you to want cones or bowls?" the stand worker asked.
"I'll take mine on a cone," Gideon replied.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Travis and Skye reluctantly broke their kiss when Krystal made contact. "As much as I want to preserve this moment, Grand Admiral, I will not refuse orders," Travis said. "We'll head out as soon as we can - any intel on the state of things in CDF Territory? Is there any kind of resistance movement there? And what should I expect in the way of opposition?"
*** Unspecified Location, Earth ***
"From what Jason and I have been told, it's got an awesome night life," Amy said as she handed Mary her map back. "Thank you."
*** New Romulus Orbit ***
"Well, Lord Vader is who you'll need to be contacting this time around," D'Tan said. Anna would receive a transmission containing the portion of the Tal Shiar data decoded before he continued. "It's too much to say now, but Vader needs to know... some old friends have returned. He'll likely have further instructions. Just hit Coruscant Orbit, hail the nearest Star Destroyer, and ask real nice for Lord Vader, and tell them you were sent to him by President D'Tan."
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit **
"That's nice, another hero for the collection." Kozik said behind them, using his internal comms leaving Blaine to be the only one to hear his comment.
"Trying to be a comedian? Maybe I should start calling you Private Joker." Blaine replied, using the same internal helmet comms as Kozik did before switching his mic to project.
"How much farther are we to the bridge then, Doc?" Blaine asked, opting to remove his helmet.
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*Sith Command Center, Mongdrigo*
Garrus scratched his head in thought, looking over the map in his paw. “Well...we can repurpose the Second Divisional Armory. There’s a few plasma turret batteries we need to move, but it’ll be fast.”
*Docking Bay Nine, Coruscant*
The gloved paw was cold, robotic even. Adros smiled, and motioned at the biomechanical, crescent shaped star ship. “There she is. The Craat. Only one of three functional Mongdrigan starships, y’know. We’ve a cabin all set up for you. Vestraad should be back soon, if he isn’t already.”
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*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Rae let Keesha do all the speaking helping the doctor with Angel who was the one in the most critical condition at that moment
*** Unspecified Location, Dragon'taan ***
"Where should I meet with him?" Fixel asked.
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"Both in cones, please." Celina replied
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion ***
Krystal busy with her comm, linked Fox into the conversation.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You'll have time to redo that moment, don't worry." Krystal said turning to Fox. "Anything to add, Fox?"
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*** Sol III Orbit ***
"Roger, thank you," Weaver responded before clicking off the transmitter, "Embassy huh? I hope they didn't take the whole priority part too seriously..."
Security looked tight. It couldn't just be security though. This was sheer overkill that only gratuitous paranoia could bring. Unless... were they expecting something? There were military class ships here. An entire fleet of them maybe. But what would that mean? Were they getting ready to deploy? Or... no... they couldn't possibly be preparing for an attack... right...? Weaver had a bad feeling about all of this. He was half-tempted to ask about what exactly what was going on, but he decided against it. It wasn't worth snooping around before he even docked; he didn't want to be kicked out this soon.
The Endeavor docked at the Embassy. Weaver donned his protective environment suit, as security probably wouldn't be too keen on letting him bring his utility rig instead. Weaver grabbed the package and stepped into the airlock. The case was heavy, but made no sound was shook around. Weaver scanned it earlier to make sure he wasn't inadvertently carrying a bomb, but all he found were a bunch of documents and what looked to be a couple of computer chips. The lock on it was voice-activated, so Weaver couldn't check it for further details even if he wanted to.
He stepped out of the airlock, taking in a deep breath. Time to get this over with.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen paused again to think. "No thanks, that'll be it for now." They were half tempted to make a joke about also wanting cheese and bread, but decided it'd be better if they didn't. Besides, they didn't really dare to make jokes like that unless they were with people they were at least a little familiar with. And seeing how they just got in a strange environment in a strange time with strange people... That was pretty much not the case right now.
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*** Cairo, Earth ***
The maid got the requested ham and milk and set it before Michen. She looked at a comm panel at the wall, and back to Michen. "Can you reach that?" she asked, indicating the panel.
*** Sol III Orbit ***
Weaver would be greeted by the sight of numerous Starfleet personnel walking about, and nearly everywhere were Starfleet Security personnel armed with the latest-version Enhanced Phaser Compression Rifles. From the looks on everyone's faces, one would swear they were worried - almost as though they knew something was heading their direction, and they were preparing to face it. Bracing for the storm, if you will.
The office Weaver was looking for would be on the top floor of the station, the observation platform at the top of a spire.
*** Unspecified Location, Dragon'taan ***
"If I am sensing him correctly, he is waiting for you - though he does not know you yet - on Reach. Your CO will have transport waiting, but hurry... Vhikarev is being hunted, and he may not stay on Reach for much longer," Ahkrinviingah said, then vanished. The second he did, Kyle Indari's voice would come over Fixel's radio.
"High General Indari to Major Fixel, come in, please. Over."
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
Gideon payed for their ice cream, and immediately began licking away at his, but stopped when he saw something vague in a tree. "The hell...?" he muttered.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"The Sith conquered Corneria, but at last report, a resistance movement was organizing, and the Sith Fleet was sizeable, but not insurmountable," Fox reported. "Soon as we get this ship repaired, I would like my ship to join the attack."
"This'll be a good opportunity to break in the new ship," Skye said.
"Indeed," Travis agreed. "Admiral, How soon can we get Fox's ship repaired?"
*** Sith Command Center, Mongdrigo ***
"Very well. I'll leave it to your people to clear out the place. When it's done, signal my ship, the Draconis Furiam - they'll start bringing down the medical supplies. I'll order my Hazard Troopers to clear the construction site for the Temple," Malgus said. "Now, before I go... if you know anyone that has their ear open to rumors or sees more than most, I would advise them to be on the lookout for anyone exhibiting the signs of Force-Sensitivity I described to you earlier. The Force brought us here for a reason, and if any among your people can wield the Force as I do, we can train them to control it."
*** Docking Bay Nine, Coruscant ***
Ahsoka stopped in her tracks. "Wait, Vestraad isn't back yet? I was told he'd be waiting for me here - how long has he been gone?"
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit ***
The team walked onto the bridge turbolift not five seconds after the question was asked. "Just have to take this turbolift," Doc said. He would wait for the team to be aboard before reaching for the controls, but before he could close the doors and start the ascent to the bridge, a red-headed Jedi came running to the Turbolift.
"Hold the door!" she called out. Doc waited for the Jedi to board, followed by a Sangheili Jedi that Blaine would find familiar. Luro nodded respectfully to Blaine. "Good to see you again, Blaine."
Doc hit the control, and the turbolift shut and began its ascent. "Right, uh... Blaine, Kozik, this is Kira Bellator - Draco's wife. I don't know who the other guy is."
"Luro," Luro said, "But Blaine has met me before."
"Draco thought it best if we accompany you down planetside with Doc - more backup with the added benefit of Force powers to assist you," Kira added. "Czerka mercs are likely gonna start shooting us the second they see us on-site."
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*** Cairo, Earth ***
The maid got the requested ham and milk and set it before Michen. She looked at a comm panel at the wall, and back to Michen. "Can you reach that?" she asked, indicating the panel.
*** Sol III Orbit ***
Weaver would be greeted by the sight of numerous Starfleet personnel walking about, and nearly everywhere were Starfleet Security personnel armed with the latest-version Enhanced Phaser Compression Rifles. From the looks on everyone's faces, one would swear they were worried - almost as though they knew something was heading their direction, and they were preparing to face it. Bracing for the storm, if you will.
The office Weaver was looking for would be on the top floor of the station, the observation platform at the top of a spire.
*** Unspecified Location, Dragon'taan ***
"If I am sensing him correctly, he is waiting for you - though he does not know you yet - on Reach. Your CO will have transport waiting, but hurry... Vhikarev is being hunted, and he may not stay on Reach for much longer," Ahkrinviingah said, then vanished. The second he did, Kyle Indari's voice would come over Fixel's radio.
"High General Indari to Major Fixel, come in, please. Over."
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
Gideon payed for their ice cream, and immediately began licking away at his, but stopped when he saw something vague in a tree. "The hell...?" he muttered.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"The Sith conquered Corneria, but at last report, a resistance movement was organizing, and the Sith Fleet was sizeable, but not insurmountable," Fox reported. "Soon as we get this ship repaired, I would like my ship to join the attack."
"This'll be a good opportunity to break in the new ship," Skye said.
"Indeed," Travis agreed. "Admiral, How soon can we get Fox's ship repaired?"
*** Sith Command Center, Mongdrigo ***
"Very well. I'll leave it to your people to clear out the place. When it's done, signal my ship, the Draconis Furiam - they'll start bringing down the medical supplies. I'll order my Hazard Troopers to clear the construction site for the Temple," Malgus said. "Now, before I go... if you know anyone that has their ear open to rumors or sees more than most, I would advise them to be on the lookout for anyone exhibiting the signs of Force-Sensitivity I described to you earlier. The Force brought us here for a reason, and if any among your people can wield the Force as I do, we can train them to control it."
*** Docking Bay Nine, Coruscant ***
Ahsoka stopped in her tracks. "Wait, Vestraad isn't back yet? I was told he'd be waiting for me here - how long has he been gone?"
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit ***
The team walked onto the bridge turbolift not five seconds after the question was asked. "Just have to take this turbolift," Doc said. He would wait for the team to be aboard before reaching for the controls, but before he could close the doors and start the ascent to the bridge, a red-headed Jedi came running to the Turbolift.
"Hold the door!" she called out. Doc waited for the Jedi to board, followed by a Sangheili Jedi that Blaine would find familiar. Luro nodded respectfully to Blaine. "Good to see you again, Blaine."
Doc hit the control, and the turbolift shut and began its ascent. "Right, uh... Blaine, Kozik, this is Kira Bellator - Draco's wife. I don't know who the other guy is."
"Luro," Luro said, "But Blaine has met me before."
"Draco thought it best if we accompany you down planetside with Doc - more backup with the added benefit of Force powers to assist you," Kira added. "Czerka mercs are likely gonna start shooting us the second they see us on-site."
** Unspecified Location, Dragon'taan ***
"What is it you need General?" Fixel asked.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"That's up to Fox." Krystal replied Simply." He hasn't told me anything about repairs." She added.
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit **
Blaine smiled and nodded in return, "Likewise, Luro. Remind me to ask how Frosty and Zuko are doing." He said before turning to Kira.
"Good to hear, ma'am. The support is appreciated," Blaine continued, taking a moment to properly greet her with a handshake. After a few seconds of somewhat silence, only being broken by the sounds of the turbolift, Blaine lit a cigarette before turning back to Doc.
"So, what assets does this ship hold for quick insertion?" Blaine asked, Koziks' attention being caught immediately. "More specifically, does this ship have drop pods?" The wolf excitedly asked, his tail wagging just by the thought of "hell jumping".
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*** Reach ***
Vhikarev opened his mouth to speak, but was unable to say anything as he was hit with a new sensation - a short-lived image in his head of himself, Wilco, and another person he did not recognize. And they were here on Reach. Finally, he said, "We may have to stay a bit, ourselves... if what I sense is correct, someone... friendly to our mission, will come looking for us. In the meantime, we need to send that ship away."
[Reach]
Wilco nods and says something into his radio. The AA guns start firing upon the ship, trying to either destroy it or make it flee.
Tomas is gone, helping fight off the incoming attackers.
[Reach Bunker]
Willa looks at Okkal. "What does your kind have as a trade item?" She asks, a few blueprints in her hand.
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*** Sol III Orbit ***
Maybe this whole package deal wasn't worth the effort. The area felt dangerous despite no visible threats. Weaver reassured himself that everything was fine. Even if, and this was a big if, there was an attack, the embassy had to be one of the safer places to be. Even then, he'd be going planetside soon. The only thing at risk would be his ship at that rate.
"What am I thinking?" None of this was going to happen. It was just the imagination of a worried mind. The rumors had gotten on his nerves, but they were just that, rumors. Weaver made his way towards the top of the spire after looking at a directory. He was bit too spooked to speak to anyone at the moment. Hopefully he could take a shuttle soon, and that no complications would occur between now and then.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
The snow leopard looked at how high the intercom was on the wall. From their point of view, it looked like it would be quite the challenge. That didn't always mean it was though. "Let's see..." the feral said, before walking over. When they stood under the intercom, they stood up on their hind legs and placed their fore paws up against the wall. Michen appeared to be quite smart for a snow leopard. According to their plan they should now be able to reach the buttons with their nose. However, that should only just or just not be the case since even now they only stood 1.10 tall measured hind-paw to head.
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam caught himself lowering his guard for a bit. Seeing your protective buy ice cream wasn't exactly interesting to him. He rubbed his eyes and yawned. "Man... this is boring. I actually hope they come soon so this is over. Though, right now doesn't seem like the right time for a kidnap attempt and who knows whether they know I'm around..."
*New Romulus*
Anna nodded. "Got it. Then I'm off. Wish me luck... just in case things go wrong." She turned Faith and made it fly towards Coruscant. She thought back to when she last went there. She remembered the Tal Shiar attempt to mislead her all too well.
*Earth*
Mary clacked her tongue. "Well, I'm not the one with an active night life. Usually I only stay up late when I have urgent work that can't wait for tomorrow."
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*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
Fayam got his wish. A Romulan, dressed in the uniform of the Romulan Republic, approached Gideon and Celina. "Excuse me," he said, "Are you Celina Tokarev?"
*** Unspecified Location, Earth ***
"I see," Amy said. "What do you do for a living, if I may ask?"
*** Cairo, Earth ***
Unfortunately, the wall panel was just out of Michen's reach. The maid chuckled and went back to her cart, handing a small comm-badge with the logo of the hotel on it. "Just call us if you need anything else; that badge will activate by paw or nose."
*** Sol III Orbit ***
When Weaver arrived, he would find himself in an office surrounded by windows overlooking the fleet. What appeared a Vulcan stood before one of those windows, hands clasped behind his back. "You are awfully bold to carry a package like that here, courier," the "Vulcan" said, his voice blatantly contradicting the typical emotionless Vulcan voice. When he turned to face Weaver, it would be evident that, while this man looked Vulcan, he was, in fact, Romulan. A Romulan in a Starfleet Uniform. His rank insignia put him as a Vice Admiral. He went for a fridge. "Can I get you anything? You've traveled a long way, and I imagine you're rather thirsty."
*** Reach ***
The ship took the AA fire on it's shields, and didn't even flinch. Scare tactics weren't gonna work on a ship that size. Vhikarev turned to Wilco. "Where's the nearest comm station?" he asked.
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit ***
"Actually, it does," Doc said. "Draco installed them on some of the ships in his command last time he was in UNSC space." The turbolift halted and the doors parted to the corridor leading to the bridge.
"Let's not keep General Bellator waiting," Luro suggested. "I understand he has the plan for how we'll deal with Czerka."
*** Unspecified Location, Dragon'taan ***
"New assignment, Major - we have received word of an unidentified interloper in UNSC space, one who evidently has a price on their head and a ship equipped with forms of technology that would be useful to us," Kyle told Fixel. "I need you to head to Reach, find this interloper - and all we know of him is that he's a dragon with a scar on his face - and determine if he is a threat or a potential ally. I don't need to tell you to be careful, Major."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"A repair dock would be preferable," Fox said. "It'll take a day, maybe two to get this frigate squared away."
"Do it," Travis said. "I'll gather an attack force."
"Travis, how?" Skye asked.
Travis cracked a wry smile. "You and I both know I've gathered a fair number of friends in my time." He returned his attention to Krystal. "Admiral, can the DMC or UAC spare any support for this attack?"
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*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
Fayam got his wish. A Romulan, dressed in the uniform of the Romulan Republic, approached Gideon and Celina. "Excuse me," he said, "Are you Celina Tokarev?"
*** Unspecified Location, Earth ***
"I see," Amy said. "What do you do for a living, if I may ask?"
*** Cairo, Earth ***
Unfortunately, the wall panel was just out of Michen's reach. The maid chuckled and went back to her cart, handing a small comm-badge with the logo of the hotel on it. "Just call us if you need anything else; that badge will activate by paw or nose."
*** Sol III Orbit ***
When Weaver arrived, he would find himself in an office surrounded by windows overlooking the fleet. What appeared a Vulcan stood before one of those windows, hands clasped behind his back. "You are awfully bold to carry a package like that here, courier," the "Vulcan" said, his voice blatantly contradicting the typical emotionless Vulcan voice. When he turned to face Weaver, it would be evident that, while this man looked Vulcan, he was, in fact, Romulan. A Romulan in a Starfleet Uniform. His rank insignia put him as a Vice Admiral. He went for a fridge. "Can I get you anything? You've traveled a long way, and I imagine you're rather thirsty."
*** Reach ***
The ship took the AA fire on it's shields, and didn't even flinch. Scare tactics weren't gonna work on a ship that size. Vhikarev turned to Wilco. "Where's the nearest comm station?" he asked.
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit ***
"Actually, it does," Doc said. "Draco installed them on some of the ships in his command last time he was in UNSC space." The turbolift halted and the doors parted to the corridor leading to the bridge.
"Let's not keep General Bellator waiting," Luro suggested. "I understand he has the plan for how we'll deal with Czerka."
*** Unspecified Location, Dragon'taan ***
"New assignment, Major - we have received word of an unidentified interloper in UNSC space, one who evidently has a price on their head and a ship equipped with forms of technology that would be useful to us," Kyle told Fixel. "I need you to head to Reach, find this interloper - and all we know of him is that he's a dragon with a scar on his face - and determine if he is a threat or a potential ally. I don't need to tell you to be careful, Major."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"A repair dock would be preferable," Fox said. "It'll take a day, maybe two to get this frigate squared away."
"Do it," Travis said. "I'll gather an attack force."
"Travis, how?" Skye asked.
Travis cracked a wry smile. "You and I both know I've gathered a fair number of friends in my time." He returned his attention to Krystal. "Admiral, can the DMC or UAC spare any support for this attack?"
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"Whose asking." Celina almost growled finishing one of her ice creams cones handing the other to Gideon as her free hand reached for her belt...
*** Unspecified Location, Dragon'taan ***
"Roger Roger." Fixel said heading for the spaceports to find a ride to Reach.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Take spacedock 9 it's open and close by." Krystal instructed, Fox. "and far away from my planet." She grumbled under her breath. "Unfortunatly the NCC is pretty busy we don't have much of a fleet up yet, and I don't have direct contact with the DMC, however..." She paused and turned to Markus. "Have anything availbe hun?" Krystal asked? "The UNSC has asked for you to pick up a fireteam or 2 of spartans on your way head to Reach and tell them the code words "The Wolf pack" Krystal explained "If I can find her I'll also be sending you a anti-jedi specialist." Krystal finished turning back to Markus.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen was considering jumping to reach the intercom on the wall before the maid talked to them again. In their thought process, the snow leopard did not realise that jumping up like that could potentially cause damage to the panel. They pushed themselves off the wall and landed on all fours again. "Thank you," they said whilst looking at the badge. It was quite a funny sight for the intelligent feral. Being so far into the future they would expect holograms would be a lot more widespread than it actually was, unless this was like an 'old-school' hotel, designed to look like how things were in the past. Even in the time they came from that wasn't unheard of.
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam went on sharp. Something about this Romulan tingled his senses. He couldn't lay his finger on it, but he knew that a Tal Shiar agent posing as a Romulan officer could take anyone hostage without them even realising.
*Outer Space*
Anna soon crossed UIA borders and headed for Coruscant. It was unlikely she'd raise suspicion as she had come here with cargo often.
*Earth*
Mary replied, "Oh, I run an everyday pharmacy. I don't get much business, but it's enough to keep me in. I daresay I could get more money from a regular job, though."
-
Weaver took a few moments to gaze out the window. It was a unique, but perhaps terrifying sight. His attention snapped to the stranger when he spoke, before looking down at the package he was carrying. He wasn't sure what was so bold about carrying a package around, although he had to admit, this one seemed a be locked tighter than most. It took a moment before Weaver registered that this stranger was in fact an admiral. Did he know something about the package?
"Oh, uh, this package?" Weaver stammered, "I guess? I'm not sure what it is, but I think it's important," he looked at the fridge, thinking for a moment, "Oh, no. I'm good. It wasn't too long of a trip," that was a lie. It'd had been a long and boring trip being cooped up in a flying tin can.
"This may sound intrusive, but," Weaver cast his gaze back towards the massive fleet, "what's the fleet for? This isn't normal is it?"
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*** Reach ***
The ship took the AA fire on it's shields, and didn't even flinch. Scare tactics weren't gonna work on a ship that size. Vhikarev turned to Wilco. "Where's the nearest comm station?" he asked.
(Reach)
Wilco looks around. "Either my PDA, or a small station is nearby, about 200 meters." He points to the radio station.
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*** Reach ***
"The comm station would be better-equipped - lead the way," Vhikarev told Wilco.
*** Sol III Orbit ***
"No, it's not normal; but I am not at liberty to divulge what's going on," the Romulan Vice Admiral responded to Weaver. "Now, regarding your package - I am under orders from Starfleet Command to verify it's contents before I send it and you down planetside. May I?" he offered a hand for Weaver's package.
*** Bellator-class SDN Vader's Fist, Coruscant Orbit ***
With matters concluded with Vestraad, Vader felt through the Force he was needed aboard his ship. So he went. He knew not why, but he trusted the Force while his son returned to the Jedi Temple and his former-apprentice left with Vestraad to verify what he had said about Darth Malgus. He found the idea of a changed Darth Malgus both scary and fascinating. To possibly ally with a former-Sith Lord from millenia ago...
*** Unspecified Location, Earth ***
"Nothing wrong with that," Amy said. "I was a street kid before I was found my Master Antares, who trained me to be a Jedi... till I found my calling as a Force Crusader on Dragon'taan. Kinda how I met Jason here." She indicated Jason - the male tiger next to her who was slurping on a milkshake.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The maid left Michen to his meal, and went on to service the next room. Michen may find that the Ham was quite fresh, still steaming and tasty.
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"Agent T'liss, Romulan Intelligence," the Romulan identified himself. "I need you to come with me, madame Tokarev."
"What the hell for?" Gideon asked.
"That's none of your concern, boy," T'liss spat in a sudden hostile tone.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I can spare an attack group, for now," Markus said over the channel. "In the event that the Sith Covenant presence is stronger than anticipated, I'll have reinforcements not far away. Good hunting."
Travis turned to Skye. "We better get rolling," he told her. She briefly kissed his lips before he opened a channel to his ship. "Drake to the Unseen Hunter - two to beam directly to the bridge." He slapped down payment for his and Skye's meal before they both vanished in a burst of sustained red light.
*** Unspecified Location, Dragon'taan ***
Fixel, if she hurried, may conveniently find a fast moving transport now boarding for Reach - the only ship heading there, as the others had been cancelled for some reason.
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*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"Indeed" Celina replied with Gideon's responce, hand still at her 'belt line' "State your reason NOW!"Celina ordered pulling out what looked like a sword hilt with no blade.
*** Unspecified Location, Dragon'taan ***
Fixel , just barley made her way onto the transport heading for Reach, it taking off almost as soon as her foot stepped inside.
*Green hills, unknown location*
Kyva continued to scout around the camp for a few more minutes before he shut off the Ghost and slowly got out.
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*** Reach ***
"The comm station would be better-equipped - lead the way," Vhikarev told Wilco.
(Reach)
Wilco nods and takes Vhikarev through another way, sticking to corridors and tunnels.
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*Sith Command Center, Mongdrigo*
Garrus bowed deeply. "Yes, my lord." He quickly shuffled off, and could be heard shouting for assistance with the project.
**Docking Bay Nine, Coruscant**
Adros shrugged. "He might be? I was off checking the cargo. But he might have fallen asl-"
Vestraad called out, as he limped towards the two. "I'm right here, officer Adros. I'm sorry for my tardiness, Emissary Ahsoka. We can leave in a few minutes, once our cargo is loaded."
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Asking about the fleet to this admiral probably wasn't the wisest decision. It was worth a try though. Weaver looked down at the package for a brief moment before handing it over to the Romulan. Weaver had nothing to hide. None of the contents were his, and he had already scanned it earlier to make sure he wasn't carrying a bomb. Still, he couldn't help but feel a little nervous, even if there was nothing to worry about. Authority in general just felt intimidating.
"There you go."
Weaver thought for a moment while handing the package over. Why his package? If they were checking everything for security reasons, wouldn't it make sense to have a security checkpoint? Or was this the checkpoint? Something about the admiral's wording felt... off... as if he knew something Weaver didn't.
Maybe it was just paranoia.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen, who didn't even realise how hungry they actually were, found the smell to be almost irresistable. They lied down in front of the ham, like most feral big cats did with food, and started to chew off pieces of the ham. As they ate, they finally forgot about a few of their worries as they simply enjoyed one of their favourite meals. In the meantime, they kept one of their paws on the ham to keep it in place. Now this was a feast! Later on they would once again have their worries, but for now, the feral was content.
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam narrowed his eyes at the officer the instant he changed tone. He didn't trust this. Why would someone not even be allowed to know it was a private or important matter? Surely a real Romulan would've said that instead. He decided that when it had to be his turn, it was now. He leaped out of the tree he sat in. From the distance, he shouted, "I don't think any REAL officer would say that!" He pointed an accusing finger, combined with a stern look, towards T'liss. He tried hiding his revolver behind his back.
*Coruscant*
Anna looked at the radar with the copilot. The traffic on the planet gave tons of readings, but she was looking for strong signals indicating large crafts, including star destroyers. She kept an eye on the surroundings in the meantime. Usually star destroyers weren't too far away from this planet.
*Earth*
Mary raised her eyebrows. "Huh. That's... not something you'd usually tell someone you only met twice."
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*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"And... who are you?" T'liss asked, his tone akin to asking, do you mind?
*** Sol III Orbit ***
The Romulan Admiral put a hand on the reader of the case and spoke, "Access code, Black Viking." The case beeped, and the latches on the case released. He opened the case, and briefly looked at the contents inside. He then closed the case, engaged the latches, and handed it back to Weaver and said, "Thank god you got this here intact... get this to Admiral Quinn down in Starfleet Command, finish your business here, and get out of the system, quickly; I can't tell you any more than that."
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
Anna's ship would receive a hail from the Star Dreadnought ID'ed as the Vader's Fist. "Unidentified craft, we have you on our scopes, please identify yourselves."
*** Sith Command Center, Mongdrigo ***
Malgus, likewise, went about with the projects he had, ordering the Hazard Troopers into place to clear out the space for the construction zone.
*** Docking Bay Nine, Coruscant ***
"Oh, there's no rush," Ahsoka told Vestraad. "I was merely worried you might have gotten into trouble, that's all."
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev continued to follow Wilco through the tunnels and corridors, hoping this comm station was as well-equipped as he'd hoped.
*** Unspecified Location, Dragon'taan ***
The transport would take off soon after, heading to the intended destination. It would take some hours to get there, but Fixel would, if she paid attention to what the crew was saying, pick up on a supposed incident on Reach.
*** Green hills, unknown location ***
The humans all rose from cover to greet the Sangheili, as though hailing them as the savior of the day.
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*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"And... who are you?" T'liss asked, his tone akin to asking, do you mind?
*** Sol III Orbit ***
The Romulan Admiral put a hand on the reader of the case and spoke, "Access code, Black Viking." The case beeped, and the latches on the case released. He opened the case, and briefly looked at the contents inside. He then closed the case, engaged the latches, and handed it back to Weaver and said, "Thank god you got this here intact... get this to Admiral Quinn down in Starfleet Command, finish your business here, and get out of the system, quickly; I can't tell you any more than that."
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
Anna's ship would receive a hail from the Star Dreadnought ID'ed as the Vader's Fist. "Unidentified craft, we have you on our scopes, please identify yourselves."
*** Sith Command Center, Mongdrigo ***
Malgus, likewise, went about with the projects he had, ordering the Hazard Troopers into place to clear out the space for the construction zone.
*** Docking Bay Nine, Coruscant ***
"Oh, there's no rush," Ahsoka told Vestraad. "I was merely worried you might have gotten into trouble, that's all."
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev continued to follow Wilco through the tunnels and corridors, hoping this comm station was as well-equipped as he'd hoped.
*** Unspecified Location, Dragon'taan ***
The transport would take off soon after, heading to the intended destination. It would take some hours to get there, but Fixel would, if she paid attention to what the crew was saying, pick up on a supposed incident on Reach.
*** Green hills, unknown location ***
The humans all rose from cover to greet the Sangheili, as though hailing them as the savior of the day.
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
After Eyeing over the Romulan for a moment, Celina gave him a quick ,yet powerful for her size upper cut to the Romulan's chin attempting to throw him onto his back with the punch. "My name is Celina Tokarev, Daughter of Lord-Admiral Tokarev and Krystal Tokarev, If you think for one second that I'd be easy to fool, your sadly mistaken, your uniform is out dated, your thoughts known to me, i think you should surrender ,now while i have the common courtesy to let you live." Celina growled pulling out some sort of pistol and aiming it at the Romulan.
*** Green hills, unknown location ***
Kyva was confused 'why aren't the humans shooting at me?' The silver armored Sangheili thought to himself, standing there just confused to why humans of all beings in the galaxy would even be near him, true the Sangheili considered the humans honorable foes ,but they were foes non-the less.
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*Docking Bay Nine, Coruscant*
Vestraad shook his head. "No no. I was merely taking in the sights. We've nothing like this on Mongdrigo. Your quarters are prepared, such as they are. I will retire to the ship, as my knees are aching."
The old raccoon turned, shuffling towards the Mongdrigan vessel.
**Sith Command Center**
Garrus, upon completion of remodeling the Second Divisional Armory, returned quickly to Malgus's side, deploying Mongdrigan troops equipped with field suits. They carried flame-throwers, and slowly burnt away the network of veins that criss-crossed the ground around the veinhole monster.
The pit-like monster expelled noxious green gas that the Mongdrigan field troopers actively avoided. They instructed the Sith Hazard troopers to avoid it as well, in case their suits couldn't handle the corrosive tiberium gas.
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam said simply as he walked towards him, "The name's Fayam. Bodyguard of Celina by command of Admiral Torakev. So, if you have any business with her, you've got business with me, capiche? And if not, too bad." He glanced at Celina's weapon. It was definitely a plasma sword. "Also, clearly you already raised suspicion, unfortunately for you..." He showed his gun, pointed at his face.
*Coruscant*
Anna replied truthfully, "You are speaking to Anna Steen, captain of the 'Faith'. If it's not too much trouble, I need to speak Lord Vader about an important matter."
*Earth*
Mary went on. "Either way... where do you two stay?"
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*** Sol III Orbit ***
Weaver nodded, not sure if whether or not to salute. He turned on his heels and headed towards the shuttles in order to board the next available one. He clung tightly to the package, now that it held more significance and urgency. A few of his questions were cleared up from the short exchange. Yes, they were expecting this package in particular, and indeed, there was more to this than what Weaver was initially expecting. More answers only brought more questions, but maybe he could press for more information later. Time to get on the next shuttle.
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*** Sol III Orbit ***
The next shuttle down planetside would leave almost as soon as Weaver found his seat, and would afford him a nice view of San Francisco, Starfleet Command and the Starfleet Academy. The shuttle would touch down no more than a hair over ten minutes into the flight. If the tension Weaver saw in orbit was any indication, one might surmise that the tension would be similar, if not even more so, down on the surface.
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
The Romulan was caught completely off-guard by Celina's move and tripped on a bump in the sidewalk and fell on his back. He raised his arms slightly, a sign of submission considering he had two guns pointed at him while he had failed to raise his own. The only thought that would go through his head was how the hell a little girl had gotten the better of a Tal Shiar agent as himself...
*** Warship Vader's Fist, Coruscant Orbit ***
There was a pause over the channel, before a mechanical voice could be heard: "This is Lord Vader. What business do you have with me?"
*** Docking Bay Nine, Coruscant ***
"I know the feeling," Ahsoka told Vestraad as she followed him. She would settle into her quarters, and then meditate on what her former-master had told her. She didn't quite understand how a Sith Lord like Malgus could change like was described, let alone how he's still alive considering he lived thousands of years ago.
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
The Hazard Troopers, while their suits could certainly handle the corrosive gas - as it was proven they could operate in Lava, of all hazards - still avoided the gas as they cleared out the site. Malgus approached Garrus. "I take it you've already contacted the Draconis Furiam?" he asked him.
*** Green hills, Merchant Ship Crash Site ***
The humans openly greeted and thanked the Sangheili, but the captain of the bunch took note of the Sangheili's confusion. "You present the appearance of a Sangheili that is confused. Is everything alright?"
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*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"You underestimated me." Celina growled
**Reach**
seeing the commotion, Fixel quickly disembarked the transport and headed for the disturbance.
*** Green hills, Merchant Ship Crash Site ***
"Why do you thank me?" Kyva asked "My people killed thousands of yours in the name of our traitorus prophets."
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*** Reach ***
Vhikarev continued to follow Wilco through the tunnels and corridors, hoping this comm station was as well-equipped as he'd hoped.
(Reach)
Wilco opens the door and enters the comm station. "We use a lot of good stuff here sir. Hopefully it is to your standards..." He lays down a trip mine into the main doorway, in case enemies try to enter.
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*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit ***"Actually, it does," Doc said. "Draco installed them on some of the ships in his command last time he was in UNSC space." The turbolift halted and the doors parted to the corridor leading to the bridge."Let's not keep General Bellator waiting," Luro suggested. "I understand he has the plan for how we'll deal with Czerka."
"Good, hopefully it will involve those pods. Even accounting for the chance of missing the target, they're honestly quicker than deploying by airship." Blaine replied, following Luro and the others onto the bridge. He took another drag from his cigarette before extinguishing it on one of his leg plates.
Kozik took his time following the group, pausing to watch the crew at work on the bridge. He wasn't familiar with their particular specie or species, which piqued his curiosity that was soon broken by a sharp whistle. Blaine, removing his fingers from near his mouth, waved quickly as they reached Draco.
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*Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Garrus nodded. “Of course, my Lord. The medical supplies are being unloaded as we speak.”
As streams of fire from the Mongdrigans doused the strange pit-like creature, it loosed a final bellow, noxious cloud billowing from its gaping maw. The Field Troopers quickly scurried away from the miasma. However one poor soul tripped, and was quickly consumed. In the thick green fog, horrible cries of pain spilled forth, before being cut short by what sounded like wet paper being torn asunder. The wind picked up, dispersing the gas rather quickly, revealing the lost trooper. Instead of a purple furred Mongdrigan, a slimy, fleshy pile of goop sat upon the evicerated field suit. The thing lurched forward, but quickly scurried away as the other troopers lashed out with fire.
Garrus sighed sadly. “Mutated. A horrible way to die. And now a visceroid has been born. No sense, no reason. Just another horror of tiberium. But, I digress. With the creature gone, we can lay the foundation for your temple, Lord Malgus.”
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*** San Francisco ***
That was an extraordinarily fast trip. Weaver wondered how fast air travel must have been, or did they use teleporters? Sometimes he mixed up the technological level of places he had been to. This was certainly the fastest a shuttle had brought him down planetside. Despite the speed, Weaver still caught sight of his objective. Starfleet Command. Perfect, he wouldn't have to ask for directions or wander around without a clue.
Weaver stepped off the shuttle, before breaking into a brisk pace towards Command. No sense in sightseeing right now. There was a job to do.
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*Reach*
Okkal shrugged. "Other than tiberium and the related technologies, nothing much else. Unless exotic and dangerous hunting is your fancy."
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam cast a sideways look at Celina. He then commented, "Oh, it's not just you... He also underestimated me." To T'liss, he spoke, "You must be the Tal Shiar agent responsible for the kidnapping. Boy, will they be disappointed you failed horribly. I guess I'll take you along to have you face the mercy of Lord-Admiral Tokarev... As for you, Celina: I'll take care of him from here." Quickly, he slid forcefield-aided cuffs around his hands. Next, he pulled him up and away.
*Coruscant*
Anna wound nothing around it. "I come in the name of president D'tan of New Romulus. In stolen Tal Shiar data, we found some old foes are popping up. I suggest you visit him so he can explain this personally."
*Earth*
Mary asked the two, "Either way, where are you staying?"
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*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"Uh, Celina... mind explaining to me what exactly all that as about?" Gideon asked.
*** Warship Vader's Fist, Coruscant Orbit ***
"Old foes...?" Vader repeated. "Who? Who has returned?"
*** Unspecified Location Earth ***
Amy pointed to the hotel building Mary had come from. "Hotel up the street from here, why?" she asked.
*** Starfleet Command, San Francisco, Earth ***
Weaver would find navigating the crowd difficult, but not impossible. Admiral Quinn's office would be the one with his name and the Starfleet logo plastered on the door, with two guards standing guard. One of them, if approached by Weaver, would speak, "Halt, off-worlder - what business do you have with the Admiral?"
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Malgus wasted no time in calling down the construction material and crews. As they were en route, he turned to Garrus. "It's not just my temple, but a temple for all to learn the ways of the Force, should they so choose." He paused, then spoke again, "The Tiberium that grows here... can I get a few small crystals of it?"
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit ***
"Good, you're--Ah! Luro! Good you got my message!" Draco greeted the lot.
"Always eager to help a fellow Force-User in need," Luro responded. "Been too long since Zakuul."
"Indeed," Draco chuckled. "Now... we have the location of the Czerka site. Czerka has officially disavowed this site, so we're legally within our rights to raze it. And that's exactly what we're gonna do. Blaine, Kozik, you two are taking our Orbital Drop Commandos down planetside first - hard drop, secure our landing site. Doc and Kira will drop with you. Doc will have the beacon. Doc..." Doc nodded in acknowledgement. "... once the landing site is secure, set up the beacon - it will also act as a pattern enhancer. We'll beam in Reinforcements. Blaine, Kozik, you two will be going in with standard pattern enhancers; as you secure further areas of the site, set those up and we'll beam in more reinforcements; once I have clearance from local governments, I'll be sending in air support. Luro, you'll be going in at the first landing site after it's been secured; you and your forces will have the heavy ordinance; as Blaine and Kozik and the force under their command secure the site, you'll be planting your charges. Once we have the charges secure, we'll beam everyone up and detonate the site from orbit. And all of you, be on the lookout for opportunities to do further damage to the ship Czerka's dissecting there - the more tech we can keep out of their hands, the better. Any questions?"
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev set to work immediately, using a ghost-encrypted channel to send an anonymous "tip" to the ship in Reach's sky. The effect took a few minutes to play out; the search parties were beamed up, and the ship just sat there.
*** Green hills, Merchant Ship Crash Site ***
The captain frowned in confusion. "Yeah, that was... decades ago," he said. His frown deepened. "You... you really don't know, do you? How long have you been here?"
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit **
"Only one, sir." Blaine said, clearing his throat. "What capabilities do these...Czerka mercenaries have on site? Exo-suits or something? I'd assume a high level asset would require high level defense." He finished, readjusting the strap to his assault rifle. The bear's neural interface had begun recording since the meeting, but it was more for his own entertainment after the upcoming battle.
Kozik stood by and checked his helmet's built-in HUD, tapping into the ship's onboard mapping system. Setting his helmet to download a map of the AO, he removed it and lit a cigarette.
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam overheard Gideon. He held still for a few seconds, but decided to bring T'liss to justice first. He casually dragged the Tal Shiar agent along to the spaceport, where he called in the Blowfish. He realised the ship would drop out of orbit unwarned, but its autopilot would be advanced enough to not cause a collision.
*Coruscant*
Anna explained, "All I know is that the UIA is somehow involved in what is known as the Triple Alliance. Unfortunately, I can't say more."
*Earth*
Mary said, surprised, "Oh? That's where I stay as well! Now that's a very unlikely coincidence."
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*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"Your guess is as good as mine, Gideon,but I think that was a sorry attempt at kidnapping me." Celina replied
*** Green hills, Merchant Ship Crash Site ***
" Know what?" The Sangheili asked."I've been here only a week of your time." Kyva replied, his head drooping "I was the one who glassed this planet."
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*** Starfleet Command ***
Weaver held the package tight to his chest. No way was he going to lose it now. After getting lost, owing to the crowd, and a lack to having any sense of direction, he would finally stumble his way towards the entrance of Admiral Quinn's office. In response to the guards, Weaver gestured to the package,
"I have a priority package that needs to be delivered."
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*Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Garrus nodded. “Of course was, Lord Malgus. We can have the crystals treated in a few days. If I may, what do you want them for?”
*Coruscant*
The Craat, after contacting traffic control, began taking off. The crescent shaped craft quickly gained altitude and left atmosphere. Vestraad knocked on the doorway of Ashoka’s quarters. “Emissary Ashoka, we’ve a slight issue. One of our warp capacitors has malfunctioned, due to Coruscant’s atmosphere I reckon. We’ll have to make a few warps instead of the one. Shouldn’t be more than a day of warping.”
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*** Transporter Room, Starship Chimera, Geidi IV Orbit ***
After a while, Gypsie rolled over in the bed and felt some discomfort, groaning and repositioning herself in the bed until she sat up and tried to get out of bed, then as she tried to stand, her legs gave way and she tumbled to the floor. Before anything could get to her, she crawled into the bed again and laid across Kyle's waist and she would try to sleep again. Her legs twitched and she let out a relieved sigh, "Good... those still work..."
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
When her hand brushed her side, Angel let out a cry that seemed to resonate an emotion of sadness, carrying through the air and into the ears of those in the room, thus allowing them to spiritually feel Angel's pain and sorrow, and she didn't stop crying as her hands rubbed her side, her mind thinking this will help, where it was instead making the spot grow larger. Soon enough her complexion began to lose saturation, and her cries became more and more sad and tired.
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*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***
Vasily twitched and stirred in his sleep. He kept seeing Gypsie in that cage, and himself trying to free her. "G... Gy... Gypsie... hold... hold... on..." he groaned softly.
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Doctor, is your captain about anywhere? I'd like to speak to them," San requested.
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
"An experiment," Malgus responded. "I want to see if one can be adapted to function as a Lightsaber Crystal."
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
"That's fine," Ahsoka replied. "What can you tell me about Malgus, from your perspective? How did you meet him?"
*** Warship Vader's Fist, Coruscant Orbit ***
"Triple Alliance..." Vader repeated, as though hearing the name of an old friend. "... Very well. Lead the way."
At the same time, the Faith would get a message text directly from D'Tan's office: "Get back to New Romulus, ASAP. Just broke encryption on next part. It's bad.
*** Starfleet Command, San Francisco, Earth ***
The other guard looked over Weaver, then knocked on the door and spoke to Quinn. What he said wasn't clear, but Quinn's voice could be heard inside. "Send him in." The guards would usher Weaver inside, where a humanoid man ( http://i.imgur.com/klveVAM.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/klveVAM.jpg) ) sat at a desk. He looked up at Weaver. "Ah, good - you arrived. You didn't run into any trouble, I hope?" he spoke to him in the calmest and most friendly manner - unusual, given the tension outside.
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"Clearly!" Gideon agreed. "Where'd you learn that, though? You put that Romulan flat on his *** in an instant!"
*** Spaceport, New Cerinia ***
Fortunately for the Blowfish, the skies would be relatively clear.
*** Green hills, Merchant Ship Crash Site ***
"Hnh," the captain commented. "What, were you expecting us to shoot you on sight? The UNSC and the Sangheili are allies - these days, we're like battlefield brothers and sisters. I don't know where you've been the last two-and-a-half decades, but a lot has changed. Humanity and the Sangheili aren't enemies anymore."
Up high, out of the Sangheili's view, the unknown hunter observed this fascinating creature.
*** Unspecified Location, Earth ***
"Indeed, a strange coincidence," Amy agreed.
"Hey, babe - we gotta move," Jason said as he bumped her.
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit ***
"Honestly, we don't know," Draco admitted. "Not for certain. This isn't a typical Czerka operation."
"But we doubt Czerka would actively field such tech - too expensive, and Czerka is notoriously cheap in that regard," Lana added. "That being said, expect significantly diverse firepower; Czerka mercs aren't consistent in the least when it comes to their equipment. So that's Blaster pistols, Rifles, and sniper weapons. Given the delicate nature of this operation, I imagine they won't have much more than that, lest they damage their prize."
"If there's nothing else, ladies and gents, you'd best get moving; we'll be in position for attack in fifteen," Draco said. "Good hunting out there. Dismissed."
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*Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Garrus tilted his head. “Lightsaber, my Lord? Oh! Your weapon I presume? Well...it could be very dangerous. Tiberium’s latent energy, even treated, is tremendous. It’s natural vibration makes it great for blades, but Mongdrigan custom frowns upon using tiberium for weapons, as wounds often exacerbate themselves into infections. Though, for you my Lord, I’m sure the others will accept it.”
*Coruscant Local Space, Outbound*
Vestraad smiled. “Lord Malgus liberated the Mongdrigan People from Great Leader, and has ruled fairly since. His kindness has allowed us to resume our space flight. His troops have assisted in repairing the damages from the initial liberation, and they all seem to have the same optimistic outlook for Gorbis Mongdrigo.”
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit **
Blaine nodded, pulling his helmet on before heading towards the lifts. Kozik followed him into one, before it's doors closed shut and the lift proceeded down to their designated area.
After a few uneventful minutes, the two troopers found their way to the drop podbay. Kozik took a final drag before flicking his cigarette off to the side, putting his helmet on.
"So where's this squad Draco was talking about?" Kozik asked, turning to face Blaine who was checking one of the pods.
"I assume they'll be here shortly. We only got a few minutes before we're boots down." The bear replied, finishing his personal assessment on the standard ODST pod. He leaned back up and unslung his rifle, ready to set off.
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*New Cerinia*
With some brute force, Fayam threw T'liss in the back room of the ship upon landing. He jumped in the cockpit and made a contact for Lord-Admiral Tokarev, who should still be here.
*Coruscant*
Anna said nothing, but put the ship in warp-drive towards New Romulus. She expected the star destroyer to follow her as she replied to D'tan, "Understood. I'm coming in with lord Vader in tow. Expect him to talk to you."
*Earth*
Mary asked: "Something up, Jason?"
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*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***
Vasily twitched and stirred in his sleep. He kept seeing Gypsie in that cage, and himself trying to free her. "G... Gy... Gypsie... hold... hold... on..." he groaned softly.
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Doctor, is your captain about anywhere? I'd like to speak to them," San requested.
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
"An experiment," Malgus responded. "I want to see if one can be adapted to function as a Lightsaber Crystal."
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
"That's fine," Ahsoka replied. "What can you tell me about Malgus, from your perspective? How did you meet him?"
*** Warship Vader's Fist, Coruscant Orbit ***
"Triple Alliance..." Vader repeated, as though hearing the name of an old friend. "... Very well. Lead the way."
At the same time, the Faith would get a message text directly from D'Tan's office: "Get back to New Romulus, ASAP. Just broke encryption on next part. It's bad.
*** Starfleet Command, San Francisco, Earth ***
The other guard looked over Weaver, then knocked on the door and spoke to Quinn. What he said wasn't clear, but Quinn's voice could be heard inside. "Send him in." The guards would usher Weaver inside, where a humanoid man ( http://i.imgur.com/klveVAM.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/klveVAM.jpg) ) sat at a desk. He looked up at Weaver. "Ah, good - you arrived. You didn't run into any trouble, I hope?" he spoke to him in the calmest and most friendly manner - unusual, given the tension outside.
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"Clearly!" Gideon agreed. "Where'd you learn that, though? You put that Romulan flat on his *** in an instant!"
*** Spaceport, New Cerinia ***
Fortunately for the Blowfish, the skies would be relatively clear.
*** Green hills, Merchant Ship Crash Site ***
"Hnh," the captain commented. "What, were you expecting us to shoot you on sight? The UNSC and the Sangheili are allies - these days, we're like battlefield brothers and sisters. I don't know where you've been the last two-and-a-half decades, but a lot has changed. Humanity and the Sangheili aren't enemies anymore."
Up high, out of the Sangheili's view, the unknown hunter observed this fascinating creature.
*** Unspecified Location, Earth ***
"Indeed, a strange coincidence," Amy agreed.
"Hey, babe - we gotta move," Jason said as he bumped her.
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit ***
"Honestly, we don't know," Draco admitted. "Not for certain. This isn't a typical Czerka operation."
"But we doubt Czerka would actively field such tech - too expensive, and Czerka is notoriously cheap in that regard," Lana added. "That being said, expect significantly diverse firepower; Czerka mercs aren't consistent in the least when it comes to their equipment. So that's Blaster pistols, Rifles, and sniper weapons. Given the delicate nature of this operation, I imagine they won't have much more than that, lest they damage their prize."
"If there's nothing else, ladies and gents, you'd best get moving; we'll be in position for attack in fifteen," Draco said. "Good hunting out there. Dismissed."
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"You already spoke with her." The doctor grumbled gently grabbing Angel's hand and trying to stop her from rubbing herself, the medical droid preparing to put Angel under anesthetic.
Rae walked in view of the communcation monitor "You needed something?" The white vixen asked.
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"My mother taught me hand-to-hand combat." Celina explained simply. "Now where's my other ice cream?" She asked
--- Krystal's Mansion, Master bedroom ---
Though asleep, Krystal's mind was far from inactive, her dream land putting her on a dead planet, the very surface was mosltly glass and dirt, the blue vixen soon stopped her foot kicking the skull of a dead fox across the sand... she stopped in her tracks upon seeing the skull...
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*** Unspecified Location, Earth ***
"Not at all," Jason replied. "But there's a carnival in town here, and I wanna get in before the lines get impossibly long."
*** Leaving Coruscant Orbit ***
The Vader's Fist, indeed, was following the Faith as she headed for New Romulus. D'Tan hoped they'd get here in time. Anything related to the Elachi was always bad news.
*** New Cerinia ***
Markus would not answer Fayam's call, as he was sound asleep.
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit ***
The soldiers that would accompany Blaine and Kozik arrived with Doc and Kira. "You boys ready?" Doc asked.
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
"As I said, it's an experiment," Malgus said. "If I can, I will use the Force to attune a Tiberium Crystal to me and forge it through the Force. If it works, I can use it to replace the lightsaber crystals of the Force-Using Sith under my command, so they no longer have to rely on those weak, Brood-Forge-made synthetic Crystals we were taught to use... well, long ago. And any force user we end up coming across here, we can teach to do the same, if it works."
*** Coruscant Local Space, Outbound ***
Ahsoka nodded in comprehension. "And he hasn't done anything to anyone who disagreed or opposed him? And what happened to Great Leader? Did Malgus execute him?"
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Can you bring our daughter to Onderon? Our ship is there, currently undergoing maintenance," San requested.
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"Here," the stand worker handed Celina another Ice Cream cone with the original flavors of ice cream she had before. "It's on the house."
Gideon would poke Celina's side before she got her ice cream. "Lucky..." he jested.
*** Krystal's Mansion, Master bedroom ***
Markus, sleeping like a rock, somehow found his own mind linked to Krystal's dreamscape. "... the hell...?" he muttered in there. Looking around, he spotted Krystal. "Krystal, where are we?" he asked her.
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Weaver tilted his head, trying to make out what was said before being sent through. It probably wasn't anything important. He held the package in front of himself and tried to stand tall.
"No trouble at all sir," Weaver responded, "I have a package that I needed to get to you," he held out the package in front of him. Weaver wondered what was so important about this package. Unfortunately, he had a feeling that he would never find out.
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*Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
“But my Lord,” Garrus spread his paws to either side. “Allowing tiberium to be so close may have...eh...unintended side effects. Some long-standing Harvesters speak of whispers from the crystals. Same with the Bugmen, though the reports are scattered at best. I will not stop you, Lord Malgus. But I beg of you, heed my warning.”
*The Craat, Deep Space*
The Craat dropped from its short-range warp and prepared for another jump.
Vestraad shook his head. “I know not of Great Leader’s death. As for dissidents, I’ve not met one Mongdrigan who opposes Lord Malgus.”
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam raised his eyebrows. "Um... Is ANYONE there? Like, at all?"
*Outer Space*
Anna arrived with the Vader's Fist in tow and Anna wasted no time to get the situation straight. "I'm back with lord Vader. I suppose you can take him from here after you informed me. Now, what's the deal?"
*Earth*
Mary's eyes went big. "Did you just say 'carnival'? Count me in!"
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*** New Cerinia ***
Markus' household AI, Kex, answered the call. "My apologies, but the Lord-Admiral isn't taking calls right now. May I ask who's calling and what they're calling about?" he asked.
*** New Romulus Orbit ***
"We just broke the next block of encryption, and we have a serious problem," D'Tan said. "It seems we have a group of Elachi that intend to attack Sol III - our allies in Starfleet know this, but even with the Armada they have there, it may not be enough. They evidently got their hands on something the Elachi want very badly. BUT! As big a problem as this is, there is a unique opportunity here - and that opportunity is to both secure ties to a fleet of 'Liberated Borg' known simply as the Brotherhood, and to possibly capture an Elachi vessel and find out what the Federation got their hands on, and why the Elachi want it so badly. Are you game?"
*** Unspecified Location, Earth ***
"Well, then come on! We can still get there ahead of the crowds if we move now!" Jason suggested as he started off in one direction.
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Malgus hummed in thought, crossing his arms with a slight frown on his face as he considered this. He was about to speak when he doubled over, bringing a hand to his forehead as he was hit with a vision of a cave in an area seemingly untouched by Tiberium.
*** The Craat, Deep Space ***
"Great Leader must have been a severe jack*** for your people to so gladly take the rule of a Sith Lord over him, though from your description of him, it seems that either Malgus isn't really Malgus, or Malgus has changed, though I can't imagine how," Ahsoka said. She paused, then asked, "Would you care to hear what I know of Malgus? Well... what I knew of him from the Jedi Archives, technically."
*** Starfleet Command, San Francisco, Earth ***
"Good. I was almost certain the Elachi had you in their sights," Quinn said, picking up an odd, pyramidal device from the package. He pressed a button, and spoke, "Lord Rellius, we have the holocron. Better get to my office, pronto, as I don't know how much time we have left before the Elachi attack." There was no response. "Lord Rellius?" The door opened behind Weaver, and a young, brown-furred female canine appeared in the doorway, her eyes a bright red. Not only that, but they were not that of a canine; they were dragon eyes, which meant only one thing.
Dragon-Shifter.
Clipped to her belt were a pair of lightsabers. She looked down to Weaver, being a deal taller than him. "I assume you are the courier that brought this here?" she asked.
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*** Reach ***
Vhikarev set to work immediately, using a ghost-encrypted channel to send an anonymous "tip" to the ship in Reach's sky. The effect took a few minutes to play out; the search parties were beamed up, and the ship just sat there.
(Reach)
Wilco looks at Vhikarev. "What now, sir?"
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*Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Garrus quickly stepped to Malgus’s side, holding the Sith Lord’s shoulder. “Are you okay, my Lord?”
Overhead, a storm began brewing. Dark, shimmering clouds formed slowly over the construction site, moving towards the city.
*Craat, Deep Space*
Vestraad blinked. “Uhm, sure. I don’t know what the Jedi are, but I always love a great story.”
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam responded: "I'm Fayam Aerial, reknown bounty hunter. I got the kidnapper that was tasked to take Celina, and I want him to see justice. It goes about a Romulan, a Tal Shiar agent named T'liss."
*New Romulus*
Anna scratched her head. "Wow. That's a lot to go through. So... you want me to contact the Brotherhood and/or capture an Elachi vessel. I would want to speak to the Brotherhood on your behalf, but I'm not risking a vessel capture. Deal?"
*Earth*
Mary quickly put the map away and hollered behind him.
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*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"We can be there within two hours." Rae replied looking to Keesha "if that's okay with you." she asked
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"In my experince there's no such thing as luck." Celina replied licking her ice cream. "and Stop poking me! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=by8AZX9dyiw)
** Krystal's Mansion, Master bedroom ***
Krystal was in tears "Cerinia..." she sobbed...
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*** Starfleet Command ***
Weaver blinked. Elachi? Who were they? He guessed that's why he was hired to take the package instead of sending it on some cargo trader. Given that his ship had a fast long-range jump drive and a low signature, it'd be hard to track down and find him. They probably didn't tell him of any danger to prevent any kind of panic or suspicion. That meant Weaver missed out on hazard pay however. How many more secrets was he missing?
He whipped around when the door opened. Weaver could already feel her towering presence over him, and he swore he could feel himself recoiling a bit. After a few moments, he answered, "Yes. I am the courier," then Weaver's eyes widened. "Are those lightsabers?" He had never seen one in person. Just in pictures. Another thought clicked in his head, if she had lightsabers, did that mean she was a Jedi?
"Er... I mean..." Weaver stumbled over his words, "Sorry. I've just... never seen one before," Weaver put on a smile before looking down.
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*** Starfleet Command ***
(Weaver, just out of curiousity - and because my memory is bad - what is Weaver? As in, what species?)
"Understandable, seeing that this was your first time meeting a Jedi," the woman responded. She looked to Quinn, who handed her the pyramidal device. She shifted it in her palm, commenting, "Hnh... heavier than I thought." She looked to Weaver. "As the courier who brought this to me, you deserve to know the truth of this. Please come with me." She then departed Quinn's office, speaking to Weaver as she walked in the hallway, hoping Weaver was behind her, "I am Knight-Commander Mira Orlen, Jedi Crusader and the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps' liaison to Starfleet. Might I ask who you are?"
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Fine with... me... but mother... talk to dad. Talk to the others. Angel and Rochell... deserve a new home after... what they've been through. They... have nothing else," Keesha pleaded her mother. San smiled weakly.
"I will see what I can do," she responded. Turning her attention to Rae, she spoke, "I'll see you in two hours - alert me immediately if her condition changes, please."
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"Why, Celina! Did you become a Jedi Knight when I wasn't looking?" Gideon joked.
*** New Cerinia ***
"I see," Kex said. "I can direct you to the Coalition Detention Center, if you want to turn this... T'liss, in. The Coalition would see that you are properly compensated. We have accounts for this sort of mercenary work; name your price, and as long as it is not excessive, I will pass it along to the Mercenary Compensation Department."
*** Krystal's Mansion, Master bedroom, New Cerinia ***
Markus moved to support his wife, trying to bring her into his arms. He now recognized this barren landscape - he'd seen it before. Fortunately, Krystal was off-world when the Necromyans glassed Cerinia; Markus heard High General Kyle Indari was planetside when it happened, and saw the glassing firsthand - Markus, however, was not planetside when the world was glassed, as he was getting the refugees he managed to save with his hologram cohorts to safety. It still wasn't a pretty sight for him; he could feel the pain of what took place here.
*** Approaching Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy and Jason, leading Mary, began approaching the carnival grounds. It was still rather early in the day, so the line to get in was still virtually nonexistent. "Wonder what the entry cost is?" Amy mused.
"One way to find out," Jason said, approaching one of the entry booths.
(Anna, I'll let you describe what Mary sees in the Carnival.)
*** Reach ***
"Now... we wait for the one in my vision. For that, I'd recommend we return to the original area we'd been in.
Fixel would find, now, that the search parties that had been sweeping Reach City were all vanishing. Ahkrinviingah would try to make himself heard in Fixel's head, "Your objective is near a communications blister, sending a fake tip to the ship above; they have come here looking for him. Do not interfere; let them think the tip is real, and let them leave. Veer north, then follow the access way to find... Vhikarev, I believe his name is. He is a dragon, with a scar across his face."
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
"I am alright," Malgus said. He offered a hand. "Let me show you what I saw - you might recognize it."
*** Starship Craat, Deep Space ***
"From what I know in the Jedi Archives, Darth Malgus was a Sith Lord who lived around four thousand years ago," Ahsoka began, "He was radical among the Sith, too - especially toward the latter years of the Sith Empire of that era; built himself a powerful power base of aliens, force-sensitive and otherwise, seeing them as equals to human Sith. He even had a Twi'lek wife, though I do not recall her name." Ahsoka paused to shake her head. "She was killed during the Sacking of Coruscant. No one today knows who killed her or how. Regardless, toward the last years of the Sith Empire under Darth Vitiate, Malgus and his followers broke away from the Empire, declaring their own empire, free of the Sith Policies that Malgus viewed as narrow-minded and self-destructive. Another contributing factor was that he was tired of all the infighting in the Sith Dark Council. Malgus was defeated by a Jedi we still have among us today - one of the DMC's Command Generals, Draco Bellator. He fought him, once. From Draco's perspective, Malgus was a damn good fighter. Now, it's after Draco's defeat of Malgus and his followers - who scatter after, and no one knows where they went - that details get scarce. We know Malgus somehow survived his encounter with General Bellator, and that he was eventually imprisoned by the Eternal Empire of Zakuul; however, during a raid on the vault where General Bellator had himself been imprisoned, an unidentified party appeared and broke Malgus out, too - they were last seen going through an equally-unidentified portal, and Malgus and the party that rescued him were never seen again." Ahsoka again paused, and a frown appeared on her face, one that signified a thought came to her. "Which reminds me," she said, "How exactly did Malgus come across your people?"
*** DMC Orbital Repair Dock, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
All systems were a-go. The Sith Terminus Frigate that Fox and his team had commandeered, which they'd renamed the Vulpes Umbra, was fully-repaired. Fox ordered an immediate launch, and a course plotted for Corneria. Joining him were a fleet of mixed warships, lead by one Commander Travis Drake and his new girlfriend, Skye Hudson, in a new ship of their own:
http://michaelwileyart.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/klingon_dreadnought.jpg (http://michaelwileyart.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/klingon_dreadnought.jpg)
"Ready when you are, Fox," Travis reported.
"Right, let's get this show on the road - all ships, make ready for FTL Jump, target: Corneria!" Fox commanded.
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** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit **
"As I'll ever be." Blaine replied, turning to his second in command. "Feet first into hell, brother." He said, giving Kozik a quick bump on the knuckles with his own.
"See you planetside." Kozik replied, climbing into his drop pod. The door locked as soon as the wolf closed it, hisses of air randomly firing off as it pressurized. He set his rifle down next to him and took a deep breath, fogging up his visor as he exhaled.
"You two make sure to find us when you land. Don't need any of your commandos without their medic." Blaine said before shutting his own pods door. Leaving his rifle slung across his chest, the bear watched and waited as the ship took over the rest.
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*** New Cerinia ***
"I see," Kex said. "I can direct you to the Coalition Detention Center, if you want to turn this... T'liss, in. The Coalition would see that you are properly compensated. We have accounts for this sort of mercenary work; name your price, and as long as it is not excessive, I will pass it along to the Mercenary Compensation Department."
*** Approaching Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy and Jason, leading Mary, began approaching the carnival grounds. It was still rather early in the day, so the line to get in was still virtually nonexistent. "Wonder what the entry cost is?" Amy mused.
"One way to find out," Jason said, approaching one of the entry booths.
(Anna, I'll let you describe what Mary sees in the Carnival.)
*New Cerinia*
Fayam thought about it for a while, then replied, "Well... I'm satisfied with a thousand creds. He doesn't have so more than a kidnap attempt on his record, as far as I know. So... please connect me to this detention centre."
*Earth*
Mary cast some looks around. Despite the time, it was already pretty noisy because of the loud music- she forgot that in her excitement. The carnival had a small rollercoaster (which she disliked), a ferris wheel and a good ol' merry-go-round, along with some other attractions she didn't pay specific attention to. Game and snack stands were all over the place, with the known prizes in clear view to attract people. She never wasted her money on those, mostly because she didn't see the need for one of those things.
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*Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Garrus's brow furrowed and took Malgus's offered hand.
Malgus would feel a strange sensation as the Force seemed to move around Garrus, instead of through him. In fact, it would feel like the Force was trying to fill a void within Garrus.
*Starship Craat, Deep Space*
Vestraad shook his head. "That would be a question for Garrus, Malgus's right paw. Though, now that I think about it, Garrus may not know either. Lord Malgus just appeared with his fleet."
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(Weaver is a spider. Currently wearing a basic environment suit in the rare event of being vented into space.)
*** Starfleet Command ***
Finally! Answers! Weaver followed close behind, trying to listen and think things over at the same time. So many things happening in quick succession. His voice shook as he spoke,
"Uh... Weaver. Weaver Repsi," he paused briefly, "no title. Um... I have a lot of questions, but, I'm not sure where to start. Could I ask what I was delivering? Or is that still classified? What can I ask even?"
He stopped his train of thought, Cool it with the questions. You're going to blow your opportunity.
"Er... sorry. I got ahead of myself. Nice to meet you Mira."
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*** Starfleet Command, San Francisco, Sol III ***
"I can understand your curiosity, mister Repsi - not many are selected to carry Force Holocrons like this," Mira said, holding up the pyramidal device. "This one, especially, was believed lost for centuries. It holds the knowledge of the Force Ability known as Battle Meditation. Have you heard of it?"
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
(if you want, Ray, I can tell you what Malgus saw - or I can wing it and surprise you. Which would you prefer?)
Regardless of this oddity, Garrus may find himself staring at the cave Malgus saw.
*** Starship Craat, Deep Space ***
"Strange how Malgus just appeared like that and liberated your people... but that's not the only odd thing that's happened in the galaxy - like Romulan Admiral Arai being duplicated, and her duplicate developing a connection to the Force... or the rumors of the Triple Alliance being active again." Ahsoka shook her head and chuckled. "Mysterious are the ways of the Force. Even I, with all my training and experience, cannot fully understand it, sometimes. Indeed, the Force works in strange ways, but there are times I'm not convinced it doesn't have a sense of humor." She looked Vestraad in the eyes. "Does he still go by Darth Malgus? Having you call him 'my lord' and such?"
*** New Cerinia ***
There was a burst of static before a Klingon voice could be heard, "This is New Cerinia Detention; caller, please identify."
*** Carnival grounds, Earth ***
The wait to get in would go by with blazing speed. Before any of them knew it, they'd be standing in the grounds itself. "Where to begin...?" Jason commented.
"Mary... I've never really been to a carnival. Any suggestions as to where I should start?" Amy asked Mary.
*** Star Destroyer Reckoning, Tatooine Orbit ***
Blaine and Kozik's pods would shudder as they were released, and the drop pods were launched toward Tatooine's surface. It would be a rockety ride, but as soon as the pods braked, then subsequently touched down, the doors would open to a contingent of surprised Czerka Mercs armed with light blaster rifles.
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*** Reach ***
"Now... we wait for the one in my vision. For that, I'd recommend we return to the original area we'd been in.
Fixel would find, now, that the search parties that had been sweeping Reach City were all vanishing. Ahkrinviingah would try to make himself heard in Fixel's head, "Your objective is near a communications blister, sending a fake tip to the ship above; they have come here looking for him. Do not interfere; let them think the tip is real, and let them leave. Veer north, then follow the access way to find... Vhikarev, I believe his name is. He is a dragon, with a scar across his face."
(Reach)
Wilco nods and deactivates the tripmine, before storing it and looking at him. "I think being here would be better sir, in case your guy decides to come here and not the other area."
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*** Starfleet Command ***
(Weaver, just out of curiousity - and because my memory is bad - what is Weaver? As in, what species?)
"Understandable, seeing that this was your first time meeting a Jedi," the woman responded. She looked to Quinn, who handed her the pyramidal device. She shifted it in her palm, commenting, "Hnh... heavier than I thought." She looked to Weaver. "As the courier who brought this to me, you deserve to know the truth of this. Please come with me." She then departed Quinn's office, speaking to Weaver as she walked in the hallway, hoping Weaver was behind her, "I am Knight-Commander Mira Orlen, Jedi Crusader and the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps' liaison to Starfleet. Might I ask who you are?"
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Fine with... me... but mother... talk to dad. Talk to the others. Angel and Rochell... deserve a new home after... what they've been through. They... have nothing else," Keesha pleaded her mother. San smiled weakly.
"I will see what I can do," she responded. Turning her attention to Rae, she spoke, "I'll see you in two hours - alert me immediately if her condition changes, please."
*** Usperfield Park, New Cerinia ***
"Why, Celina! Did you become a Jedi Knight when I wasn't looking?" Gideon joked.
*** New Cerinia ***
"I see," Kex said. "I can direct you to the Coalition Detention Center, if you want to turn this... T'liss, in. The Coalition would see that you are properly compensated. We have accounts for this sort of mercenary work; name your price, and as long as it is not excessive, I will pass it along to the Mercenary Compensation Department."
*** Krystal's Mansion, Master bedroom, New Cerinia ***
Markus moved to support his wife, trying to bring her into his arms. He now recognized this barren landscape - he'd seen it before. Fortunately, Krystal was off-world when the Necromyans glassed Cerinia; Markus heard High General Kyle Indari was planetside when it happened, and saw the glassing firsthand - Markus, however, was not planetside when the world was glassed, as he was getting the refugees he managed to save with his hologram cohorts to safety. It still wasn't a pretty sight for him; he could feel the pain of what took place here.
*** Approaching Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy and Jason, leading Mary, began approaching the carnival grounds. It was still rather early in the day, so the line to get in was still virtually nonexistent. "Wonder what the entry cost is?" Amy mused.
"One way to find out," Jason said, approaching one of the entry booths.
(Anna, I'll let you describe what Mary sees in the Carnival.)
*** Reach ***
"Now... we wait for the one in my vision. For that, I'd recommend we return to the original area we'd been in.
Fixel would find, now, that the search parties that had been sweeping Reach City were all vanishing. Ahkrinviingah would try to make himself heard in Fixel's head, "Your objective is near a communications blister, sending a fake tip to the ship above; they have come here looking for him. Do not interfere; let them think the tip is real, and let them leave. Veer north, then follow the access way to find... Vhikarev, I believe his name is. He is a dragon, with a scar across his face."
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
"I am alright," Malgus said. He offered a hand. "Let me show you what I saw - you might recognize it."
*** Starship Craat, Deep Space ***
"From what I know in the Jedi Archives, Darth Malgus was a Sith Lord who lived around four thousand years ago," Ahsoka began, "He was radical among the Sith, too - especially toward the latter years of the Sith Empire of that era; built himself a powerful power base of aliens, force-sensitive and otherwise, seeing them as equals to human Sith. He even had a Twi'lek wife, though I do not recall her name." Ahsoka paused to shake her head. "She was killed during the Sacking of Coruscant. No one today knows who killed her or how. Regardless, toward the last years of the Sith Empire under Darth Vitiate, Malgus and his followers broke away from the Empire, declaring their own empire, free of the Sith Policies that Malgus viewed as narrow-minded and self-destructive. Another contributing factor was that he was tired of all the infighting in the Sith Dark Council. Malgus was defeated by a Jedi we still have among us today - one of the DMC's Command Generals, Draco Bellator. He fought him, once. From Draco's perspective, Malgus was a damn good fighter. Now, it's after Draco's defeat of Malgus and his followers - who scatter after, and no one knows where they went - that details get scarce. We know Malgus somehow survived his encounter with General Bellator, and that he was eventually imprisoned by the Eternal Empire of Zakuul; however, during a raid on the vault where General Bellator had himself been imprisoned, an unidentified party appeared and broke Malgus out, too - they were last seen going through an equally-unidentified portal, and Malgus and the party that rescued him were never seen again." Ahsoka again paused, and a frown appeared on her face, one that signified a thought came to her. "Which reminds me," she said, "How exactly did Malgus come across your people?"
*** DMC Orbital Repair Dock, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
All systems were a-go. The Sith Terminus Frigate that Fox and his team had commandeered, which they'd renamed the Vulpes Umbra, was fully-repaired. Fox ordered an immediate launch, and a course plotted for Corneria. Joining him were a fleet of mixed warships, lead by one Commander Travis Drake and his new girlfriend, Skye Hudson, in a new ship of their own:
http://michaelwileyart.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/klingon_dreadnought.jpg (http://michaelwileyart.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/klingon_dreadnought.jpg)
"Ready when you are, Fox," Travis reported.
"Right, let's get this show on the road - all ships, make ready for FTL Jump, target: Corneria!" Fox commanded.
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"They also could live on Dragon'tann or New Cerinia, if you family doesn't have enough space." Rae offered, signaling to Argo to begin the jump to Onderon.
**Sangheilos orbit **
a ship the Foxfire (https://i.imgur.com/hj86vui.jpg) dropped out of subspace in orbit of the Sangheili homeworld. the ship hailing the planet asking to speak with a "Thel 'Vadam"
*Green Hills***
"Something is stalking us here." Kyva noted as he looked around "I can almost smell it."
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*Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Garrus could ‘feel’ Malgus attempting to share information, but would see nothing. “I’m sorry, Lord Malgus. I don’t see anything.”
((I mean, what would Malgus do? I assume he would tell Garrus what he saw, in case there was information on the untouched area))
**Starship Craat, Deep Space**
Vestraad nodded. “He introduced himself as Darth Malgus, when he found Garrus and the refugees on uhm...Sangheilios, and made his way to Mongdrigo. Once he liberated us, we took to calling him Lord Malgus, as he didn’t want the title of Great Leader.”
There was a heavy thrum throughout the ship, which made Vestraad smile. “Sounds like our capacitor decided to come back online. A quick reset and we’ll be able to warp. I’ll let the city know.” He drew a table from his hip. A few seconds later and his smile faded. “Well...seems an ion storm’s kicked up. We’ll have to land and wait. Flying near the city is impossible.”
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam said dry, "Fayam Aerial, you know enough. I've got a Tal Shiar agent with a kidnap attempt on his bill."
*New Romulus*
Anna said, "Well, I would want to speak to the Brotherhood on your behalf, but I'm not risking a vessel capture. Deal?"
*Earth*
Mary pointed to the ferris wheel. "There," she said.
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*** Starfleet Command ***
Weaver tilted his head, "Battle Meditation? As a Force power no. If I were to guess however," Weaver paused for a brief moment, "I think it would slow down the user's perception of time allowing faster reactions?" That idea was ripped straight from a game he played.
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*** Starfleet Command, San Francisco, Sol III ***
(Gotta remember, Weaver, in GS, the difference between Sol III and Earth, even though they technically refer to the same planet, is that Sol III is under Federation Control [Star Trek], while Earth is under UNSC control [Halo]. Just thought I'd point that out to avoid confusion.)
"Not quite," Mira explained. "Battle Meditation, in the ways of the Force, is a rare power that can affect armies and fleets, helping them act in unison, boosting morale, stamina and battle prowess. At the same time, if a force user is like me and not afraid to use the Dark Side, it can simultaneously drain aforementioned attributes from an enemy army, and essentially cause them to lose the will to fight." Mira looked over her shoulder at Weaver, pausing at an intersection to allow a squad of Federation Marines to pass. "Don't worry; like many others that have taken the same path as me, I am a Sith in name only; I have no reason to hurt you. In case you've not gleaned it, my Sith name is Darth Rellius." She resumed course after the marines passed, moving with Weaver along a twisting invisible path until they came to one specific room, fit for a best-of-both-sides-of-the-Force Jedi. "We can speak freely in here; the room is sealed off from eavesdroppers, and I imagine you have many questions."
*** New Cerinia Detention Center ***
"Ah, yes... we received work of you shortly before you called. Now, I understand you want 1,000 credits for turning this kidnapper in, which I find a bit odd - standard rate for turning in Kidnappers, whether first-time offenders or previous offenders, is 1,500 creds," the Detention Center Rep told Fayam.
*** New Romulus Orbit ***
"I imagine you can talk our brotherhood colleagues into doing that for you - or I could see if I could convince Vader to handle that," D'Tan said. "Which would you prefer?"
*** Carnival Site, Earth ***
"Um... what is that?" Amy asked.
"That's a Ferris Wheel, hon," Jason said. He nudged Mary. "She's not afraid of heights, but she had a bad experience last time she was on one of those."
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Malgus found it odd Garrus couldn't see anything, he nonetheless told him, "I saw a cave... embedded in a cliff face, just off a beach... and for a moment, I could swear I saw, in that cave... red crystals."
(Do you see where I'm going with that, Ray?)
*** Starship Craat, Deep Space ***
"In a way, that's surprisingly modest of Malgus," Ahsoka responded. When she heard Vestraad's comments about the Ion Storm, she asked, "How bad do those storms get? Are they as severe as those that wracked Makeb before it was destroyed?"
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Oh, we have plenty of room aboard the Retribution's Thunder, but speaking of Dragon'taan..." San began, "... have you any news of High General Indari? Is he doing alright? Last I heard from him, his son got married and his daughter was starting school."
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
Thel's response came quickly. "This is Kaidon 'Vadam, to whom am I speaking?"
*** Merchant Ship Crash Site, Green Hills ***
"Something stalking us? You mean, other than the Kig-Yar?" the captain asked, noticeably surprised.
"Ha! I told you I wasn't crazy!" one of the crewmen exclaimed. "You saw it too, didn't you?" he asked the Sangheili. "That shimmering... thing!"
"I confess to a degree of curiosity, sir," the captain told Kyva. "Did you see the creature Morris saw?"
*** Reach ***
"Very well," Vhikarev agreed.
Meanwhile, wherever Fixel was, Ahkrinviingah would try to subtly guide her to Vhikarev's location.
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*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Captain Fyra Pheonix of the foxfire, I have a rather large delivery for you on the order of about 100,000 tons or more."
*** Merchant Ship Crash Site, Green Hills ***
" I don't think sight is the proper sence, more like instinct." Kyva explained "Something likely using cloaking technology." The Sangheli explained.
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"You've got some catching up to do, His son is now a father... and the high general a grandfather." Rae pointed out "We'll be arriving in the system in about 30 minutes."
*** Reach ***
Fixel suddenly felt an odd urge to go a certain way eventually walking up to Vhikarev himself.
*** New Cerinai Krystal's Mansion***
"Markus, I think I know someone who might have some itel on the sith covenant in Lylat." Krystal said rolling over in bed to face her partner.
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*** Reach ***
"Very well," Vhikarev agreed.
Meanwhile, wherever Fixel was, Ahkrinviingah would try to subtly guide her to Vhikarev's location.
(Reach)
Wilco nods and keeps watch.
*** Reach ***
Fixel suddenly felt an odd urge to go a certain way eventually walking up to Vhikarev himself.
(Reach)
Fixel would find himself staring down the barrel of a gun. "Who are you, and what do you want?" A voice says, it's tone one of curiousity and cautiousness.
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*Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
(I believe I’m tracking your plot. I won’t jump to conclusions though.)
Garrus’s brow furrowed. “A cave...? Untouched? A blue zone...by the beach? But, there’s no liquid water. Perhaps the desert? And red? Hmm...I’ve never seen tiberium in that color. There’s the stuff that grows in the desert, but it’s not crystalline. A-Anyway, I will dispatch the Long Rangers immediately my Lord.”
A horrible crash in the sky caught the old Mongdrigan’s attention.
“Oh! Oh my! We need to ground or space any vessel as soon as possible; I didn’t see the Ion storm. Unless, Lord Malgus, your ships are built to withstand ion discharges?”
*The Craat, Deep Space*
Vestraad nodded. “I’m not sure what Makeb is, but these storms have decimated any Mongdrigan vessel caught out. But, as with tiberium, we Mongdrigans have adapted to the storms. We siphon energy from them to charge emergency batteries.”
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam shrugged. "Eh. I'm growing a bit out of my interest for money," he explained, "I found out that I didn't really have something to spend it on. Besides, I noticed money can't buy me happiness. The attempt failed horribly anyway."
*New Romulus*
Anna replied, "Well, I'd prefer Lord Vader doing so, actually. I've had a lot of things behind me the past weeks, so I'm going to take a rest." She added, "Case in point, my crew needs it too," after assessing them.
*Earth*
Mary stared at the thing. She always loved the view, yet if Amy wouldn't want it, she reckoned she'd point at something else.
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(Gotcha. Will note that for the future.)
*** Sol III, Starfleet Command ***
A shiver went through Weaver when the word "Sith" was uttered. He kept following regardless. The power Mira had mentioned seemed very powerful. Entire armies? How much power would that even take to use? Weaver wasn't an expert in the Force, but he was confident that one person alone could not use the power without some kind of help. A group effort, maybe some kind of focus, but there was no way someone could pull something like that on their own.
Weaver took a moment to gaze around at the room that they had entered. The space did seem like a place for those of split-affinities. Perhaps Starfleet hosted more personnel like Mira? She was correct in that Weaver had many questions, but he found himself struggling to form any of them into words.
"Oh uh..." Weaver paused for a moment, "I guess I should start with the Elachi... who are they?"
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** Landing Zone, Tatooine Surface **
The drop was quick, the landing heavy. Blaine kicked his door open, pulling back the slide on his rifle, before opening fire on the shocked mercenaries. His HUD lit up spotted targets, sending the data to Kozik who was still stuck in pod.
The wolf quickly hit the release switches, blasting the door off and into an approaching mercenary who was flattened. Kozik managed to find cover next to Blaine behind some wreckage from their entry.
"We lock this spot down until the others get here, got it?!" Blaine yelled to Kozik over the incoming fire. The wolf, whose skull paint covered any chance of seeing through his faceshield, nodded in agreement before returning fire.
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** Landing Zone, Tatooine Surface **
The drop was quick, the landing heavy. Blaine kicked his door open, pulling back the slide on his rifle, before opening fire on the shocked mercenaries. His HUD lit up spotted targets, sending the data to Kozik who was still stuck in pod.
The wolf quickly hit the release switches, blasting the door off and into an approaching mercenary who was flattened. Kozik managed to find cover next to Blaine behind some wreckage from their entry.
"We lock this spot down until the others get here, got it?!" Blaine yelled to Kozik over the incoming fire. The wolf, whose skull paint covered any chance of seeing through his faceshield, nodded in agreement before returning fire.
A friendly IFF incator would soon show up on Kozik and Blaine's motion tracker/radar followed by the sound of a UNSC Battle rifle 'burp' from the flanks of the mercenaries as a few were taken down by the sudden person at the flanks of the mercenary group.
--Sol's Bar&Grill Dragon'taan --
A red vixen carrying another young red vixen walked into the establishment...
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Mommy, where are we going?" asked the young male kit, being carried by Drake. Behind him, Viktor and Kabby were walking with their son, Tyber, held in Kabby's arms.
*** Landing Zone, Tatooine ***
The others began to arrive in Drop Pods, Kira being first out before Doc, who took cover with Blaine and Kozik while Kira was out front deflecting blaster bolts. The mercs were completely surprised and outmatched, and chose that moment to retreat deeper into the site.
"That was easy," Doc commented.
*** Starfleet Command, San Francisco, Sol III ***
"Well, I don't know any more about the Elachi than the Federation does, and they don't know much," Mira responded to Weaver. "I know they were once used as a warrior caste to an ancient race known as the Iconians; the Romulan Republic could tell you more - one of their members, guy named Trask Makron, before he signed on with the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps, had several encounters with them. Even took out one of their bases. Nasty stuff. Anyway, after the last war with the Iconians, the Elachi, in a way, became raiders, seeing as their leaders were gone again."
*** New Cerinia Detention Center ***
"Fair enough," the Warden responded. "Just bring him by at your convenience."
*** New Romulus ***
"Very well. Let us know when you're ready for duty again - and we'll try to keep you appraised to new developments," D'Tan told Anna.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Contrary to what was expected, Amy's demeanor turned right around and she started for the Ferris Wheel. Jason shrugged. "I guess we're going for the Ferris Wheel," he commented.
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
"I'll have rescue shuttles dispatched; my ships can withstand ion storms. We've seen worse from plasma storms," Malgus said, reaching for his commlink to contact the Draconis Furiam.
*** The Craat, Deep Space ***
"That's... actually quite clever," Ahsoka complimented. "Still, I only know of Makeb from books and records at the Jedi Temple. Only one person I know of still alive today that actually has had firsthand experience there - and I already mentioned his name to you once."
*** Reach ***
"Easy, son - that's the one from my vision," Vhikarev cautioned Wilco. His next comment was directed at Fixel, as the ORS Heavy Cruiser leaves for orbit: "Took your sweet time getting here, didn't you?"
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Ah! Word was sent from Dragon'taan that you'd be coming," Thel responded, "Though I have to admit, I wasn't expecting you for another week."
*** Merchant Ship Crash Site, Green Hills ***
"Cloaking device...?" The captain muttered. "Must be a PCD..."
"Told you," Morris commented.
"Knock it off, Morris!" the XO shouted.
The captain looked at Kyva. "Look, I hate to impose, but if Morris is right, this thing is stalking us - is there any chance we could get away from here aboard your ship?"
Morris scoffed. "If that thing is what I think it is, getting off-world on the Sangheili's ship wouldn't matter - the ****er would just follow us aboard and kill us all off, one by one; only way we'll be safe is if we take his head off."
*** New Cerinai Krystal's Mansion ***
"And who might that be?" Markus asked, still mostly asleep.
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
San was clearly shocked. "Did I hear that right?! Kyle is now a granddad?! Drake is now a daddy?! Oh, Kylet'oran is gonna flip when he hears about this..."
Keesha was just as surprised. "Kyle... has grand... grandchildren, now?" she asked.
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*** Reach ***
"Easy, son - that's the one from my vision," Vhikarev cautioned Wilco. His next comment was directed at Fixel, as the ORS Heavy Cruiser leaves for orbit: "Took your sweet time getting here, didn't you?"
(Reach)
Wilco pulls the gun away from Fixel and looks away, muttering.
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam noticed, "I'll be on my way. Fayam out." He cut contact, dragged T'liss out again, locked his ship and pulled him along to the detention center.
*New Romulus*
Anna switched the contact to New Romulus traffic control. "Anna to New Romulus, Faith requests landing planetside." She turned to her crew and said, "Upon touchdown, you're getting a day or two off, depending on what arises from the Tal Shiar data. Take ground transport with you so you can be back quickly if nessecary."
*Earth*
Mary clacked her tongue and overtook her by running there.
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*** New Cerinai Krystal's Mansion ***
"An old friend of mine i think she may have been working for the Sith covenant she's a smuggler." Krystal explained
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"We're going out to eat, dear." Amie replied as she picked out a table to sit at sitting at a table and setting the younger vixen in the chair next to her "where's daddy gonna sit?" Shiloe, the young female kit asked.
*** Landing Zone, Tatooine ***
what appeared to be a grey armored wolf spartan-II walked closer to the group, eyes on the retreating Mercs "Your just gonna let them run?" she asked.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
** Merchant Ship Crash Site, Green Hills ***
"So what do you recommend we do?" Kyva asked.
"Tigress works fast with her newest automated production, we have 2 dropships and a little over a Cluster or battalion of Battlemechs. and at least 100 of the remote ARC-170R's as she calls them. "
*** Reach ***
Fixel looks at Wilco 'What's wrong? did you really want to shoot me that badly?" she asked stepping closer to Vhikarev "Sorry unfamiliar territory." she said to Vhikarev.
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"Yes you heard correctly." Rae replied
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** Sol III Starfleet Command ***
Weaver nodded, putting his claw over his mouth in thought, "Ah. I see." Now the Iconians were an unknown, although, didn't seem to be an immediate pressing issue. He could look that up on his own later.
Giving another look around the room, he asked another question, "So, you said you were Sith in name only. I guess I'm... confused. Is it like, you have the powers of one, but not the ideology of one of them?"
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*** Starfleet Command, San Francisco, Sol III ***
"That's correct insofar as it goes," Mira responded. "See, unlike the Jedi of the Old Republic, who viewed the Dark Side as an evil force to be shunned and battled, Jedi of today - both on Coruscant and Dragon'taan - are more open to the Dark Side, viewing it as another aspect of the Force to be studied and used. It's a tool, like any other. I am among those that took on a Sith name to reflect my advanced knowledge of the Dark Side, but at the same time, I do not ascribe to the way of the Sith. So you could say I walk in the power of the Dark Side, but do not let it control me. Hence why I say I am Sith in name only. To quote Darth Sidious - 'The Dark Side of the Force is a pathway to many abilities some consider to be unnatural'."
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's Mansion ***
"Why is she working for the Sith Covenant?" Markus asked, still half-asleep.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Daddy is gonna sit next to mommy," Drake responded, sitting little Jason down next to Shiloe.
*** Landing Zone, Tatooine ***
"It's not like they have anywhere to go," Doc commented.
"Landing zone is secure - mister Blaine, if you would?" Kira requested.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"I see," Thel commented. "Well, send them down when you're ready."
*** Merchant Ship Crash Site, Green Hills ***
"Well, we gotta nail that creature, or get rid of him somehow, or we'll all end up in his skull collection," Morris suggested.
"Hate to admit it, but Morris has a point," the captain sighed. "How good are your motion trackers? Ours got damaged in the crash, and we've been getting scattered ghost signals."
*** Reach ***
"Fair enough," Vhikarev responded. "Whatever ship you arrived on, get it and bring it into orbit, and I'll take you aboard the Iron Dragon. From there..." he looked to Wilco. "We can head directly to Onderon. Word of advice, though - don't go fully armored in public view; the last personnel to do so were the Mandalorians, and the Onderonians never really let that one go."
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"O-okay... wake me up when we get there," Keesha requested.
*** Detention Center, New Cerinia ***
The detention center personnel would be waiting just inside the entrance in the lobby to take T'liss into custody. Another would be waiting with Fayam's reward.
*** New Romulus ***
"Copy, Faith, transmitting approach vector now - skies are clear, approach when ready," came the response of a female Romulan.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy ran after Mary, as though to race her there. Jason chuckled and shook his head. "Never a good idea to race a Jedi..."
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam handed over T'liss without a word, and took the money. He barely spent a minute inside.
*New Romulus*
Faith touched down safely. The first thing the group did was getting some collective shuteye.
*Earth*
Mary didn't hear Jason. Instead, she yelled, "Come on, Jason! What are you waiting for?"
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*Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Garrus nodded and started waving down Mongdrigan vessels, who landed almost where they were. The pilots quickly dismounted, and started setting up large, telescoping poles.
The construction workers quickly took refuge near these poles, standing as close as possible without touching it.
Malgus's communique would be slightly garbled, but more-or-less intelligible.
*The Craat, Deep Space - Mongdrigo Orbit.*
Vestraad nodded. "So this Makeb, place. It's like Mongdrigo? Though I've never heard of a 'plasma' storm before..." His fur would suddenly stand on end, as the ship would generate it's warp sphere. A few seconds later, the ship would shift into the sphere and continue to Mongdrigo.
The ship dropped into orbit, but would immediately pop red alert. Vestraad would thumb his radio, speaking quickly. "Status."
"Ion storm, sir. We'll have to land a few miles away from the city."
Vestraad sighed. "Confirmed, go forward with the landing."
The ship groaned as it sharply changed course, heading for a relatively safe clearing. Or as safe as a tiberium-infested landing zone could be.
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*** New Cerinia, Krystal's Mansion ***
"Because she's a smuggler and she works for money." Krystal explained
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Mommy, Daddy whose that?" Shiloe asked, pointing to a Blue Fox on the stage.
*** Landing Zone, Tatooine ***
"Really?" The she-wolf asked "So what brings you to this dust ball?"
*** Reach ***
"I took the public transport." Fixel explained removing her clone commando helmet.
** Merchant Ship Crash Site, Green Hills ***
"As good as any used by the Sangheili." Kyva replied
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Do you have a large landing area somewhere? These craft are.... huge."
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
"We'll be there in 30 minutes tops..." Rae explained
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(Reach)
Wilco sighs. "Sorry..." He says, looking outside and feeling irritated at himself.
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*** Sol III, Starfleet Command ***
"Hm..." Weaver took another glance at the holocron, "so, I assume that you plan on using that to deal with whatever's coming?" he said, pointing at the device, "Nobody's told me that something was happening, but everyone is on edge, as if something bad is coming. Er... another question related to the first. Can you alone use that Battle Meditation ability? Just you without help? I mean, that ability sounds tremendous, could a single individual really use that by themselves?"
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*** Starfleet Command, Sol III ***
"It's been done before, and I've practiced similar arts before. I only learned of this holocron through a colleague, and I had him get it - but I cannot why he chose to hire you as a courier to bring this to me," Mira explained. "I won't lie - the Elachi were after this thing. I suspect it's the reason they're sending a fleet here. But the Elachi themselves are not Force-Sensitive, so either that has changed, or they were doing the same thing my colleague did - get it for someone else. Starfleet Intelligence suspects they're in league with the Sith Covenant, even though they presently have no evidence." She looked down at the holocron briefly before looking back at Weaver. "Why did Jackson have you bring this here? Why did he not bring it himself? Is he alright?"
(Weaver, I'll let you come up with your own explanation as to why Weaver was hired as a courier to bring the Battle Meditation Holocron to Sol III. If you want any suggestions, feel free to PM me.)
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev looked over Fixel briefly. "Well, if you took a public transport, you better come with us - I'll... take you aboard... the Iron Dragon. From there, we go to Onderon," he said. His gaze shifted to Wilco. "Is there anything you need to get before we depart? Onderon is a long way from here."
Near Fixel, invisible to anyone but her, Ahkrinviingah appeared next to her and said, "Your path and his will take you to Dragon'taan. But that won't be the only place you walk; your commanding officer will have tasks for you related to him. My advice? Do as commanded, but keep your eyes open for subtleties or opportunities; there will be plenty."
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's Mansion ***
"We'll contact her in the morning," Markus grumbled. "Go to sleep, dear."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Drake looked up and frowned. "Can't say I recognize her at this distance," he commented.
"Now why does she look familiar?" Viktor asked as Kabby set Tyber down in a hi-chair.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Indeed we do - it was finished this morning. Again, however, we were not expecting you for another week. Regardless, approach when ready," Thel responded.
*** Merchant Ship Crash Site, Green Hills ***
"Well, it's better than nothing," the Captain sighed. "If we move together, we may be able to avoid a confrontation - whoever this is that's hunting us, they won't risk one of us seeing them."
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
By the time Rae said this, Keesha was already fast asleep.
*** Landing Zone, Tatooine ***
"Long story, not enough time," Doc responded.
Keesha waited on Blaine's response.
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Garbled or not, Malgus' flagship would get the message, and rescue operations would be initiated. Malgus, himself, did not join the others, but instead stood out in the open, as though daring the storm to strike at him.
*** Starship Craat, Deep Space - Mongdrigo Orbit ***
"Makeb used to be a great place - until Hutt Cartel forces under one Toborro the Hutt came and took it over, over-mined the planet for it's Isotope-5, and practically destroyed the planet in the process. That being said, there were unconfirmed reports that suggested the Sith Empire of that time had a hand in that, too, but the reports were never confirmed. Hm..." she paused to mentally speculate, then spoke again, "I suppose that's one thing I'll have to ask Malgus - if the reports were true, I mean. I imagine he'd know more than I, considering everything I told you was based on information I found in the Jedi Archives."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Jason jogged to catch up, then asked, "Who got here first - you or Amy?"
*** Mol'Rihan, New Romulus ***
The greeter droid was somewhat confused as to why the denizens of the ship that landed did not exit, but continued its rounds regardless.
*** Detention Center Grounds, New Cerinia ***
As Fayam was leaving the detention center, he would be approached by a feline in a KDF Uniform. "Excuse me, are you the bounty hunter who took down the Covenant Remnant Prophet Hierarchs?" she asked.
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*Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Garrus looked worriedly at Malgus, unsure of how to react. He glanced back at the lightning rod, weighing safety to his perceived loyalty.
The rainbow-colored lightning arched from the clouds to the ground, cutting a clear path in the tiberium. From the clouds, and on any Sith radar, craft seemed to materialize from the storm. Small, half-circle creatures twisted and twirled in the ion energy. They were made of the same material as the Mongdrigan vessels. A single, glowing membrane circle sat at the front of the creatures, and streams of energy trailed behind them.
Lightning struck the security rod multiple times, charging batteries with every bolt. The Mongdrigans ducked in fear at every strike.
*The Craat, Mongdrigo*
As the ship breached the acrid cloud cover, the pilots quickly located a clearing and landed.
Vestraad pulled a rather serious face. “Be wary of how you speak to Lord Malgus. Mongdrigans are loyal to a fault, and may not take lightly of slights against our savior.” He sighed, taking a deep calming breath. “But, I’m sure you’ll be respectful. In any event, your appearance will be a surprise; our communications won’t function till the storm clears.”
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** Landing Zone, Tatooine Orbit **
Blaine sighed and turned to face the squad and Spartan, his visor lense unfrosting as he did. "Right. We can shake hands and exchange names once we scuttle this ship. You three," He said as he looked to Kozik, Doc and Kira. "Head up and scout the entrance." Blaine finished.
"Gotcha, sarge." Kozik replied, taking off towards the ship's entrance with the other orbital troops to scout ahead.
"As for you, Spartan. You can follow me, maybe you can keep them from 'running away'." Blaine sarcastically said, using air quotes with his gloved paws. He then took off with a light run towards the entrance.
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam dug through his memories. "Oh? That? Yes, I am! Wow, it seems so long ago already. Anyway, what do you need me for?"
*New Romulus*
It was true that the Faith was covered in calm, since none of the crew woke up to step outside. It would take hours before this would happen. Additionally, Faith's systems did not contain any holographic projectors or droids at all.
*Earth*
Mary said cheerful, "Amy, but I don't care!"
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*** Merchant Ship Crash Site, Green Hills ***
"Tell me , Human. How do you know so much about the one who stalks us?" Kyva asked.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Roger it'll take us a few minutes to release the docking clamps." Fyra replied
***** Landing Zone, Tatooine ***
"Why does everyone call people who wear this armor spartan?" Lupe asked "I know it looks like the classic Mark 6 but it's... ugh nevermind"
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*** Sol III, Starfleet Command ***
Influence entire armies on her own? That power was terrifying, even in good hands. Weaver couldn't even trust himself with that kind of power. As for Mira's question, he stopped, looking up at the corner of the ceiling as he began to speak whilst crossing his arms,
"I can't say for sure. Everything was kind of cloak and dagger. While I initially got the job from Jackson, someone else gave me the package. He didn't say much, other than Jackson was 'busy.' I guess he didn't want to blow his cover, or something. I don't know.
"Hm... now that I think about it, I wasn't the only one given a package. There were several job listings for deliveries to different areas, along with certain ship specification requirements. My guess is that if someone caught wind of the holocron, they wouldn't know who had what. It's just a guess though. I got the job because my ship had a low signature, was fast, and could make longer jumps before having to let the engine recharge. Er... the other listings had different requirements. One was a military gunship of all things. Well not military military, but, you get the idea.
"I guess Jackson didn't deliver it himself because it'd be a big clue as to had the real package, either that or he did deliver a package, but as to distract from the real one."
Weaver shifted his gaze towards a random spot on the floor, "I knew that things seemed kinda shifty, but I didn't really think of all of this until I realized what I was carrying and the fact that others were hunting for it. Actually, another thought, is there a way you contact him? Make sure he's okay?"
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*** Sol III, Starfleet Command ***
"That's what I was going to tell you - we lost contact with him shortly before you arrived," Mira said. "He was telling me you were on your way, and then - phfft - he just drops out of contact. Too early to say something happened, but it's still a bit disturbing he'd drop out in midsentence like that."
"Lord Rellius, we must proceed with all due haste," one of Mira's colleagues told her. She sighed wearily. She looked back up at Weaver. "Well, you've done your part. Your payment will be waiting for you in the foyer; look for the Cathar with a tiger-like fur pattern. I'd recommend you get going quickly, before the Elachi get here."
*** Merchant Ship Crash Site, Green Hills ***
"I don't," the captain said. "Morris does."
"I've seen those things before," Morris said. "On a world far from here."
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Understood - I leave it in your hands. 'Vadam out," Thel responded to Fyra. The channel cut out after that.
*** Outer Edge of Cornerian Space ***
Star Fox's captured Sith Frigate dropped out of light speed at the edge of the Cornerian system, just shy of Outpost 'Mantakar. The task force under the command of Commander Travis Drake and his new girlfriend, Skye, dropped out a few seconds after.
"Fox to commander Travis - can you hear me?" Fox spoke.
"Loud and clear, Fox - what's the plan?" came Travis' reply.
"We're gonna have to play it subtle from here - you sure that cloaking device your people installed is good?" Fox asked.
"If it isn't, we'll soon know," Travis responded.
"That makes me feel a whole lot safer," Fox muttered. He looked to Slippy. "Engage the cloaking device."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"I'd have been surprised if you managed to beat Amy - even I can't beat her, and we're both Jedi," Jason laughed. Amy was already heading for one of the pods.
"We gonna get on or what?" she called back to them.
*** Detention Center Grounds, New Cerinia ***
"I am not at liberty to say - I was instructed to hand you this," she handed Fayam what looked to be a blank datapad with an odd button on the side. "And to instruct you to activate that only in a secure location."
*** Mol'Rihan, New Romulus ***
No one bothered the Faith while her crew rested. Vader's ship had since left orbit, heading off to contact this "Brotherhood".
*** Landing Zone, Tatooine ***
Doc and Kira both hurried off after Kozik, Doc commenting, "Dear god, how fast is this guy?" Their troops hurried behind them.
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Malgus stood unafraid of this storm. He had seen worse. He had caused storms even worse than that. He was no stranger to such things. And he wondered how absorbing a bolt from this storm might boost his power.
*** The Craat, Mongdrigo ***
"I'm no stranger to diplomacy, my friend," Ahsoka said. "But I will be on my best behavior. After all, it's not every day one meets a millennia-old former-Sith Lord."
*** Unidentified Starship Graveyard outside Cardassian Space ***
There certainly was a lot in terms of salvage in this place. A dust-up between government-loyal Cardassian Warships and the still-somehow-active Cardassian Rebels, the True Way. Both sides had support from elsewhere, so it was truly not surprising in this graveyard, there hulks of Klingon and Starfleet vessels as well as - though this militant salvager didn't understand why - Jem'Hadar ships and even some breen. Luckily for her, this corpse was relatively fresh, and the scavengers had yet to find the place. She had drone forces deployed all across the graveyard, but they had strict instructions not to tangle with or be seen by anyone else. Much as the salvager wanted this bounty, she wanted it hidden.
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** Landing Zone, Tatooine Orbit **
As Kozik neared the entrance, gunfire erupted from ahead and kicked up dust as the bullets tried to find their target. The wolf collapsed back down behind a rock, shouldering his battle rifle before returning bursts of fire.
Blaine noticed as he and the rest of the squad arrived to the scene, taking cover as more enemy gunfire returned. "Where the hell are those MG nests?" He cursed over his headset while he tried to spot where the gunfire was directly coming from.
"I spotted one about ten meters away from the ship, that was the closest one." Kozik responded, gesturing to the makeshift trenches in the distance. There were two mercenaries, operating what appeared to be a ballistic firing machine gun.
"We'll start there, then move on to the other before breaching the hull." Blaine said, lifting his rifle to fire a few return bursts to the first MG nest.
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*New Cerinia*
Fayam took it and brought it back to his ship. He decided it would be best to activate it in outer space- Who knew what types were after it?
*New Romulus*
After an hour or five, some activity arose inside Faith. The first to leave the ship was the gunslinger, who took ground transport (https://images.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdigitalstratum.com%2Fimages%2Ftron%2Flightcycle_view_2.png&f=1) to go explore the city.
(Note: his motorcycle is red, not orange)
*Earth*
Mary went after Amy. "Coming! Jason, you too!" She demonstratically took his arm and pulled him along.
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*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***
Gypsie rolled onto her side and heard him mumbling. She scooched up beside his head and placing his head in the middle of her lap, stroking his head, "It's alright... I'm here..."
*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Angel began to shake slightly, on account of her worsening condition and the doctor's anger, and was too weak to resist their guiding hand. As she watched the robot get closer with a menacing needle, the heart monitor began to beep wildly as her restraints weakly shook as she tried to escape the needle-wielding drone.
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*** Sol III, Starfleet Command ***
Weaver frowned, "That's not good. Is there anyway to track down his last location? I-" He turned his attention to Mira's colleague, before back to Mira. He nodded, briefly looking at the doorway as he got up, "Yeah, I should go. It was nice meeting you. Good luck!" With that, he turned towards the exit and proceeded at a quick pace into the foyer.
His eyes scanned the foyer for the tiger-like pattern, approaching after spotting the individual, "Mira sent me. I was the courier who delivered the package. She said you had my payment?" Weaver wasn't sure who knew about the holocron, so he surmised the best option was to keep quiet and not mention it.
*** Ship Graveyard outside Cardassion Space ***
Super Basic Picture of Dusk
(He's weird to define in text, although I'll try anyway. I put this here as a better reference.)
(https://img00.deviantart.net/85cc/i/2018/176/a/e/dusk__xisteznichthez__by_jomber-dcfgawu.png)
Dusk was an odd being. An Aquazorais combined with cybernetic engineering, he was literally made to command. Well, command drones, but still. From the front of his ship, he hung from the ceiling via four tubes that attached into his metallic shell, each containing a variety of wires within. These tubes could be disconnected to allow free movement if so chose. He himself was the size of a king-sized bed, although much more long than wide. Four sets of tentacles streamed down from his soft underbelly. His head hung just beneath the front part of the shell, three orange glowing slits serving as his eyes. He kept the door to his quarters locked with a blast door without any windows.
His scanners had picked up a cluster of space debris. No real electronic signals, at least, no strong ones. At worst, he'd find some scrap, which would only be useful for patch jobs. At best, he could salvage several vital components, and either upgrade his current equipment or sell them off.
"It's worth a shot at least."
Dusk moved his ship in, several floodlights beginning to pan the surrounding area, lighting up the scrap and wrecked husks of the ships. "What the hell happened here..." Dusk mused. The bottom of the ship opened up and lowered its drone bay as six yellow drones came out. They were equipped with mining lasers and electromagnetic claws. The small squad set out to enter one of the larger derelicts, each one splitting up within the bay to search for loot.
A brief alert appeared on one of his monitors. A movement report, although whether or not it was a false flag from the one of his drones nudging something, or actually something else was unknown.
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*** Ship Graveyard outside Cardassian Space ***
(Dusk wouldn't happen to be some mutated Zerg overlord?)
Some where in the field of debris three ships under a new advanced cloaking device waited for what?
Not even the Crew knew as the various captains now discussed their current position. One a newly build Righteous class destroyer (https://i.imgur.com/oK7TxcZ.png) along with two pseudo Defiant (http://memory-alpha.wikia.com/wiki/Defiant_class) class like vessels stayed close to the destroyer, though if anyone were to guess that the smaller Defiant ships were Star fleet Vessels they'd be horribly wrong .
** Righteous Destroyer, Virtuous, Captains quarters, Ship Graveyard, outside Cardassian Space. **
" Challenger, Draconis Custodis what's your status?" asked the shadowed figure of a Vixen in her personal captain's quarters.
"All systems Blue, cloak is functioning 100% as intended, Secure channel still secure, scanners still picking up a couple of active ships among the debris, but they don't appear to be a threat nor are they headed towards us."the commanding officer on board the Challenger replied.
"Same here" the captain of the 'Draconis' replied.
"Affirmative, maintain position and do not fire on any vessels, we'r not here to start a fight , just test the new ships." Rippled the captain of the Virtuous.
*** Borealis Med bay, Subspace ***
Ambre changed her from form that of a four legged wolf to her normal anthro wolf self and tried her best to comfort Angel as the medical droids tried their best to help the dragoness.
"10 minutes till arrival." Argo chimed in.
*Edge of Cornerian space*
The fleet on the edge of Cornerian space would soon pick up a small vessel ,but it's class would be unknown at this time, but it was headed straight for them weapons offline... as it came closer it could be made out that the ship was a light freighter.
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*** Warship Stella Devium, Ship Graveyard outside Cardassian Space ***
(The Stella Devium: https://d1u5p3l4wpay3k.cloudfront.net/sto_gamepedia/0/03/Negh%27tev_Heavy_Battlecruiser.PNG?version=c53d3ae14595390269b0b1bd9bc04fde (https://d1u5p3l4wpay3k.cloudfront.net/sto_gamepedia/0/03/Negh%27tev_Heavy_Battlecruiser.PNG?version=c53d3ae14595390269b0b1bd9bc04fde) )
(It's current Escorts: https://d1u5p3l4wpay3k.cloudfront.net/sto_gamepedia/7/7a/Klingon_Battle_Cruiser_%28Negh%27Var%29.png?version=a9c9743b4fdaccba9c6694db48b0a1a4 (https://d1u5p3l4wpay3k.cloudfront.net/sto_gamepedia/7/7a/Klingon_Battle_Cruiser_%28Negh%27Var%29.png?version=a9c9743b4fdaccba9c6694db48b0a1a4) )
The young, steel-black skinned dragoness known as Jacqueline "Jacky" Carsen was, like the name of her ship implied, a wayward star. Wandering the cosmos, forever ill at ease, she did anything she could to protect the weak and helpless. She wished she could have done the same with her own tribe. She tried. She fought so hard, but even touched by the power of the Force, she could not save them. Broken by her own impotence to save her people from the Klingons that called themselves "House Kruge", and enraged at the House Kruge for the unprovoked extermination of her people, she turned to her knowledge of robotics and a sudden surge of dark force energies, and killed the Klingons that killed those she called family. In the aftermath, she found she had a fleet of ships and nothing but ashes to call home - so she built drone soldiers and crewmen to pilot those ships - a process taking years - and she left. She had been wandering the stars ever since, and every society she saved was one step closer to redemption.
Still, as versatile as this fleet was, she wanted to expand it a little. Many of the wrecks here were salvageable, and she had never encountered many of the vessels she found here. As the salvage operations were underway, she kept an eye on sensors - there were ghost readings every now and then, and it made her feel uneasy. She and her current escorts were cloaked, and therefore invisible, but it still worried her - this wreck yard was new, and the vultures would be circling.
It wasn't until another ship appeared - another scavenger, she assumed - that things got interesting.
"Comms," she commanded, "That vessel, the one releasing the drones... hail them. See if they respond. Tactical, stand by weapons and shields, prepare to disengage the cloaking device if needed, and have our escorts do the same." As these orders were being carried out, a hailing signal, origin seemingly unknown, was sent to Dusk's ship. No hostile ultimatums, no demands to know what they were doing - if anything, the signal seemed a simple "Hello".
*** Sol III, Starfleet Command ***
"Yes," the woman said, handing over Weaver's payment. "Take my advice and get clear, now - I can't tell you any more than that."
*** Edge of Cornerian Space ***
The sudden appearance of the XS Light Freighter did not go unnoticed by the approaching fleet. Unwilling to de-cloak, Travis sent an automated signal to the freighter requesting they identify themselves.
*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***
Vasily continued to mumble and mutter, but being held by the woman he loved had a profound effect on him, as he began to settle down. Some time later, he woke, confused to find himself in his quarters. "G... Gypsie...? he called out.
*** New Cerinia ***
The Farasan that had given Fayam the message vanished. When Fayam would activate the message, it would contain the scarred face of a middle-aged Klingon that said, "The House of Pegh requires your assistance. We cannot offer much by way of payment, but you are our best chance for this operation. This message will transmit meeting coordinates. Speak of this to no one, and come alone. I cannot tell you any more than that."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Jason went along, boarding one of the pods. "I'm surprised you'd get in one of these, Amy," Jason commented
"I told you last time, Jason - I'm over it," Amy said.
*** Landing Zone, Tatooine ***
Kira leapt up from cover, and used the Force to project a barrier that would deflect the ballistic projectiles. She looked behind her at Doc and Kozik. "Come on!" she shouted over the gunfire. She then began advancing on the MG positions. However, while the barrier would deflect the MG rounds, those present may find it did not keep them from shooting back.
*** New Romulus ***
The Romulans of New Romulus tried their best to recreate their capitol much in the same way that the Romulan Empire's capitol had been before the Hobus Disaster. But, as familiar as this would be to Romulans here, the gunslinger would find open restaurants, markets, work sectors, and government and corporate enclaves everywhere. And toward a dark, cavern-like area resided the Reman habitats, where the nocturnal Remans resided. One of the Remans flagged the gunslinger down, trying to get his attention.
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*Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Garrus shouted over the rain and thunder. “Should be an hour yet, Lord!”
One unfortunate Mongdrigan bolted for one of the tracked construction vehicles. His run was cut short, as an ion bolt lept out, striking the raccoon. His body carbonized instantly, a surprised look frozen on his face.
*The Craat, Mongdrigo*
Vestraad, after a time, cleared his throat. “I apologize for my outburst. As I said, we’re a fiercely loyal people. The storm is moving along at a pretty good clip, should be clear in an hour.” A thought seemed to cross his mind, and the old raccoon withdrew his datapad. He pulled up a map of Mongdrigo and studied it for a few minutes.
“Well...this may get interesting. We’re in Brothers territory. If Mama’s Lookers spotted us, we won’t be alone for long. All hands, stand by at defensive positions.” Vestraad motioned for Ashoka to follow as he started towards the command deck.
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** Landing Zone, Tatooine **
Kozik quickly reloaded his rifle before following Doc and Kira, shaking off the unexpected sight of Force powers. Making a note to ask Blaine later, he checked his side and retrieved a fragmentation grenade.
Opening fire as they came into distance with the bunker, Kozik lobbed the now active frag grenade towards the MG nest. It detonated and wounded one of the mercenaries, but the other was only momentarily stunned. "Damn it! Gotta work on my pitch." The wolf grunted, wiping the thin layer of sand from his amber visor.
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** Landing Zone, Tatooine **
Kozik quickly reloaded his rifle before following Doc and Kira, shaking off the unexpected sight of Force powers. Making a note to ask Blaine later, he checked his side and retrieved a fragmentation grenade.
Opening fire as they came into distance with the bunker, Kozik lobbed the now active frag grenade towards the MG nest. It detonated and wounded one of the mercenaries, but the other was only momentarily stunned. "Damn it! Gotta work on my pitch." The wolf grunted, wiping the thin layer of sand from his amber visor.
" No you need to lob it not throw it!" Lupe the spartan armored wolf replied, jumping into the MG nest, and wrestling down the remaining merc, his motionless body being thrown out of the dug in position, before Lupe turned the machine gun around to attempt to use it against the others.
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(Dusk being an Overlord? Funny story actually. I'll hide it in a spoiler.)
(So, Dusk was first conceived while I was playing a mod in Starcraft II called Cortex RP. I've long since left due to the community being... uh... toxic. Anyway, we only had SC2 units to tinker around with. The engine allowed us to attach units to other units, so I scaled down the Zerg Overmind, and fit him inside an armory. That was Dusk's first incarnation. He was immobile, and eventually I needed a way for him to move about, so I took the Overseer unit whenever he needed to be mobile. So that's his OOC origins. IC he's a modified Aquazorais, which is another faction of mine. They probably won't show up, since their presence would bring a heck of a lot more issues...)
*** Sol III, San Francisco ***
Weaver nodded, taking his payment with a, "Thank you." He hurried out of the building and back to where the shuttles were located. It was time to leave, although Jackson's disappearance still bothered him. Maybe if he escaped the planet before anything bad happened he could go and investigate himself. That was risky, but Weaver couldn't help but toy with the thought. He approached the terminal, hoping for a quick trip back. Provided there were no interruptions, he'd take the next available shuttle back to the embassy where his ship was docked.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
A monitor beeped and whirled around to face Dusk. A new transmission, origins unknown. Dusk didn't hesitate with his next actions. The drones were immediately called back, and power was diverted into shields and sensors. The computer began calculating a safe escape route out of the graveyard to enable a jump. Eyes trained on the various screen surrounding him, Dusk reached for the comms.
"You know, people don't just hang around a graveyard just to say hello, and if you were looking for rescue then you wouldn't have your position hidden. So what do you want?"
Dusk was prepared to launch a dummy distress signal if need be. If this creep thought they could chase him from this treasure trove, then he'd make sure to attract every single scavenger in the area as a parting shot. His ship signature was already being quite "noisy" with a good chunk of power being thrown into sensor pulses.
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*Outer Space*
Fayam raised an eyebrow. Usually, he didn't get jobs this way. He understood it was important, yet he had a bad feeling there was something off. He punched the coordinates in the autopilot and the Blowfish moved out.
*New Romulus*
The gunslinger wondered why and how the Romulan recognised him, given he hardly spent time planetside anywhere. He stopped his cycle next to them and got out before asking, "How'd you know me? And, what'd you need me for?"
In the meantime, the copilot and mechanic left in similar motorcycles, in green and yellow cycles respectively. Anna stayed on board.
*Earth*
Mary didn't give it much thought and just stepped on board. When they were seated, the ferris wheel came into motion and brought them up.
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*** Unspecified Meeting Location above Iconia ***
The cloaked Klingon Warship waited patiently for Fayam and the Blowfish. Her commander hoped Fayam would agree to help them; he was the best chance for this operation in the current political climate.
*** Reman Habitat, New Romulus ***
(Just for the record, Anna, that wasn't a Romulan flagging gunslinger down, it was a Reman - the Romulans' nocturnal allies.)
The Reman approached the gunslinger. "Are you one of the crew from the ship that just landed? The one who brought us the Tal Shiar data?"
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy showed no change as the ferris wheel brought them higher and higher into the sky. "So, Mary... how'd you end up where you were? You said you worked on Dragon'taan. How'd you end up there?"
*** Sol III Orbit ***
Getting to his ship would not be Weaver's issue - rather, it was when he actually got there that an issue popped up, by way of a small probing strike force of Elachi cruisers and destroyers arriving in orbit. The Starfleet vessels immediately engaged them.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Relax," Jacqueline told Dusk. "I'm not here to harm you. As much as I'm trying not to be seen, I don't want you to think I'm hostile. I'm a scavenger, like you. Came here trying to salvage some of the hulks of these ships for my personal fleet; some of these ships are in great condition, all things considered." She sent a text message to the tactical station. Dusk's sensors may detect an energy surge just off the starboard bow. Moments later, the Stella Devium de-cloaked along with her escorts. "Sorry bout the cloaking device; you just caught me off-guard, that's all."
*** Czerka work site, Tatooine ***
Kira continued her advance toward the Czerka-held ship's husk. Doc fired at the Czerka mercs from the safety of Kira's shield.
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Malgus nodded to acknowledge Garrus, still calmly observing the storm.
*** The Craat, Mongdrigo ***
"Do you need a hand defending this ship?" Ahsoka offered.
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*** Reach ***
Vhikarev looked over Fixel briefly. "Well, if you took a public transport, you better come with us - I'll... take you aboard... the Iron Dragon. From there, we go to Onderon," he said. His gaze shifted to Wilco. "Is there anything you need to get before we depart? Onderon is a long way from here."
Near Fixel, invisible to anyone but her, Ahkrinviingah appeared next to her and said, "Your path and his will take you to Dragon'taan. But that won't be the only place you walk; your commanding officer will have tasks for you related to him. My advice? Do as commanded, but keep your eyes open for subtleties or opportunities; there will be plenty."
(Reach)
"Nothing needed from here..." He says before slowly starting to walk off. "We going?"
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*Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
The storm began slowly drifting away, the arcs of lightning getting far and few between.
*The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface*
Vestraad bit his lip. “No..? Yes. Maybe. I’m not sure what they’re gonna come at us with. If they’re just gonna poke, it won’t be more than ten. If they’re coming for a fight, we don’t have enough firepower. We don’t have any field suits onboard either...Losing this vessel is a death sentence. Pray to your god or gods that the Brothers just poke.”
Vestraad pushed on a panel near the command door, revealing a few of the archaic Mongdrigan rifles, with two magazines taped together. “You know how to use a rifle?”
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*Iconia*
Fayam approached the coordinates and saw a planet coming up, which was 'Iconia', according to the computer. He realised the coordinates weren't on the surface, but in orbit. However, he couldn't find a ship he should contact except maybe some random cargo ship.
*New Romulus*
The gunslinger replied, "Yeah, but right now the crew is off duty. I wonder though, how'd you know?"
As he said this, the mechanic and copilot drove past. They wondered what it was about, but didn't bother to check. They were planning to just chill somewhere in a park or something. During that time, Anna made sure Faith was taken care of and restocked so it would be in tip-top shape for the next mission.
*Earth*
Mary sighed. "Whew... That's... quite a long time ago, really. Ehm... Well, after my degree I needed a place to work. Unfortunately I couldn't find one. Then, I could take over a pharmacy from someone else at a reasonabe price, so I thought 'why not' and moved in."
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*** Unspecified Meeting Location above Iconia ***
The cloaked Klingon Warship waited patiently for Fayam and the Blowfish. Her commander hoped Fayam would agree to help them; he was the best chance for this operation in the current political climate.
*** Reman Habitat, New Romulus ***
(Just for the record, Anna, that wasn't a Romulan flagging gunslinger down, it was a Reman - the Romulans' nocturnal allies.)
The Reman approached the gunslinger. "Are you one of the crew from the ship that just landed? The one who brought us the Tal Shiar data?"
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy showed no change as the ferris wheel brought them higher and higher into the sky. "So, Mary... how'd you end up where you were? You said you worked on Dragon'taan. How'd you end up there?"
*** Sol III Orbit ***
Getting to his ship would not be Weaver's issue - rather, it was when he actually got there that an issue popped up, by way of a small probing strike force of Elachi cruisers and destroyers arriving in orbit. The Starfleet vessels immediately engaged them.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Relax," Jacqueline told Dusk. "I'm not here to harm you. As much as I'm trying not to be seen, I don't want you to think I'm hostile. I'm a scavenger, like you. Came here trying to salvage some of the hulks of these ships for my personal fleet; some of these ships are in great condition, all things considered." She sent a text message to the tactical station. Dusk's sensors may detect an energy surge just off the starboard bow. Moments later, the Stella Devium de-cloaked along with her escorts. "Sorry bout the cloaking device; you just caught me off-guard, that's all."
*** Czerka work site, Tatooine ***
Kira continued her advance toward the Czerka-held ship's husk. Doc fired at the Czerka mercs from the safety of Kira's shield.
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Malgus nodded to acknowledge Garrus, still calmly observing the storm.
*** The Craat, Mongdrigo ***
"Do you need a hand defending this ship?" Ahsoka offered.
*** Czerka work site, Tatooine ***
Lupe used the machine gun to give Kira covering fire, but the belt was getting shorter, it would soon run out of ammo.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Alert to ground crew two large craft will be landing at the designated landing zone keep the area clear." Fyra said as she initiated the launch of two dropships.
The first a Huge egg like shaped Overlord (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Overlord) Dropship soon followed by a more aerodynamically styled Conquistador (http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Conquistador) Dropship as escort fighters swarmed from the Overlord dropship, surrounding the two with a field of old looking, Arc-170 (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Aggressive_ReConnaissance-170_starfighter) fighters that had come out of the rectangular shaped openings near the top of the egg like vessel. Joined by 3 wings of 5 Perseus interceptor (http://wiki.hard-light.net/index.php/GTF_Perseus), launched from the FoxFire the entire fleet heading planetside.
*** Ship Graveyard outside Cardassian Space***
The Virtuous fleet noticed the ruckus the small odd craft made, staying cloaked but very aware of the noisy 'bug' of a ship in the area along with spotting the other ship, reguardless their mission was not to start any battle.... so they remained silent.
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*** Sol III Orbit ***
Well this was a slight problem. First came the commotion within the embassy. Then came the lightshow. Weaver doubted that he'd be allowed to undock given the situation, not that'd he want to anyway. Considering this place was an embassy, he'd hope this would be the number one place to protect. Of course, it could become a prime target too...
Weaver positioned himself near a window within the embassy watching the battle as best he could. If things got out of hand, he might just try to undock regardless of what anyone said.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
This was a interesting scenario, but at this rate, Dusk would have to trust this stranger. He was outmatched at the moment, and quick escape was not an option with the ship being in the middle of a debris field.
"You caught me off-guard as well. Glad to see you showing some goodwill and trust with de-cloaking and all. I don't suppose you're keeping one ship cloaked as insurance? When I was scanning, I caught another anomaly. If it isn't you, then we have a third party in the mix somewhere."
Dusk kept the power diverted to shields and scanners, trying to pinpoint the exact location of this errant signal. This wasn't the first time Dusk dealt with cloaking technology. It took extra power to reveal them, even more to disrupt it, but at this point, Dusk had nailed it down as an art. He was a security freak; turrets were embedded in the walls, floors, and ceilings within hidden panels within his ship. Cameras kept watch over every hallway, every nook and cranny. Even his drones had a detection suite to expose those who'd thought that a cloaking device alone would protect them. Spies and infiltrators had become so complacent with their invisibility that they forgot to actually hide.
"Oh, the name's Dusk. Yours?"
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*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Dusk would have a hard time finding the three cloaked craft, though they meant him no harm if one of his drones got near it'd pick up another signal and another leading the drone back to Dusk, with no solid proof there were other ships there, though if more drones would check the signal anomolies would eventually fade, the ships were not just using standard cloaking devices.
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*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Jacqueline, but you can call me Jacky," Jacqueline responded to Dusk. "And if there is a third party in here... well, if they stay out of my way, I'll stay out of theirs. Speaking of which, what brings you to this place? You're not here to scavenge the ships here, too, are you? We could both benefit if we know who's going after what ship, so we can both better stay out of each other's way."
*** Sol III Orbit ***
Weaver might notice a subtle oddity in the battle; the Federation ships seemed to react to every flaw in the Elachi's attack strategy instantly. Several Elachi frigates went up in the initial exchange. They brought in a pair of Battlecruisers supporting a Monbosh Battleship; Federation ships immediately attacked the battleship's weakspot - directly astern of the vessel - and hit the battlecruisers with Tachyon Inversion Beams simultaneously. The battleship was wrecked from behind, and the battlecruisers were rendered defenseless. For a military commander, it'd be a glorious sight - for a civilian, a sign of Federation strength. But for anyone who had known what went on behind-the-scenes, they'd know this is exactly what was hoped for. Proof that the Battle Meditation does get results.
Reproducible results.
*** Czerka work site, Tatooine ***
The Czerka mercs chose that moment to retreat into the vessel itself. "We can't let them get dug in," Doc said. "If they do, we'll have to level the place to get 'em out!"
*** Sangheilios ***
The ground crews would be waiting for the landing of the Overlord Drop Ship and the Conquistador drop ship, ready to see their new instruments of war.
*** Iconia Orbit ***
The sensors of the IKS Gorkon registered the Blowfish's arrival. But the commander of the vessel wanted to be certain this was him. He ordered a signal be sent out, origin unknown, asking the ship to identify itself and asking a question only Fayam would know: "Who was the chief San'Shyuum you captured during the conflict with the Reborn Covenant?"
*** Reman Habitat, New Romulus ***
The Reman pridefully smiled. "We Remans can be as subtle as the best of the Romulans, when needs be. Anyway, off-duty or not, Admiral Obisek wants to speak with one of you - something about what he decoded in the Tal Shiar data you brought back. He just needs one of you so that one can spread the message to the rest."
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Admittedly, Malgus was a little disappointed he didn't get a chance to absorb a lightning bolt - it would be further evidence of his power, and it would also be an opportunity to feel the elements of this world. He looked to Garrus and shrugged.
*** The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface ***
Ahsoka stood and tapped her lightsabers, currently inactive and clipped to her belt. "Jedi often have no need of rifles - my ally, my tool, my weapon... is the Force. And these help, too."
*** Reach ***
Vhikarev followed Wilco. "We'll need to find an isolated spot to beam out, so no one knows we've left. Know any places like that?" he asked him.
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** Czerka Work Site, Tatooine **
Blaine nodded, gesturing for Kozik to follow closely. "It's now or never," He said before climbing out of the trench. The two sprinted towards the entrance of the work site, spraying at the mercenaries who were retreating.
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*** Iconia Orbit ***
The sensors of the IKS Gorkon registered the Blowfish's arrival. But the commander of the vessel wanted to be certain this was him. He ordered a signal be sent out, origin unknown, asking the ship to identify itself and asking a question only Fayam would know: "Who was the chief San'Shyuum you captured during the conflict with the Reborn Covenant?"
*** Reman Habitat, New Romulus ***
The Reman pridefully smiled. "We Remans can be as subtle as the best of the Romulans, when needs be. Anyway, off-duty or not, Admiral Obisek wants to speak with one of you - something about what he decoded in the Tal Shiar data you brought back. He just needs one of you so that one can spread the message to the rest."
*Iconia*
Fayam whisteled. He thought long and hard. He said to himself, "They're not talking about the Tal Shiar prophets. Nor about the incident with Cerberus, since I killed that guy. Neither are they talking about my capture from just now... Uhm... Dang, I forgot." He replied, "I can't remember. Was it the Prophet of Vengeange?"
(I actually searched the entire thread for that, didn't find anything... :/)
*New Romulus*
The gunslinger sighed. "They're not giving us a break on that, will they? Anna's still on board of Faith, let them contact her. I can't be bothered on my first day off in ages." After those words, he summoned his motorcycle again and left. The other two crew members found a park where they sat on a bench, taking in the scenery.
*Earth*
Mary said out of nowhere, "Wait." She slapped her head. "Gee, my mind must've stopped working. I somehow forgot my pharmacy is on Corneria, not Dragon'taan." She sighed. "Oh well, the story stands."
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*** Sol III ***
An amazing display, but a chilling one as well. If things had been different, the Elachi would have had this instead. Then again, they wouldn't be able to use it without the Force... unless... How far did this rabbit hole go? There was still the mystery of Jackson, although chasing that thread may lead to more trouble than it was worth. Not that he knew where to start anyway. For now, leaving was the best option. Hopefully nobody would think that he still had the holocron and continue to chase him.
Weaver approached the docking bay, stopping to ask a question, "Are ships allowed to un-dock given the... situation?"
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
What the hell was this cloaking tech? Still nothing solid to go by. Well if the high-tech option wouldn't work, then perhaps a low-tech would. Dusk's ship began spraying glitter around itself. What he was doing was akin to throwing flour on the floor and watching for footsteps. If the glitter was disrupted in anyway, he'd have his target. Of course, this would only work if whoever was out there was moronic enough to fly into the clearly visible dust. Still, it'd prevent anyone from getting too close. There was one last trick up Dusk's sleeve though. It was a long-shot, but on the off-chance one of the crew members on this unknown vessel was psionic, Dusk would be able to pinpoint them, as he himself was one. He briefly reached out with his mind, trying to feel the area around him for any semblance of a psionic mind.
Dusk then continued his conversation, "Ergh... I still don't trust whoever is out there. Unknowns are trouble. As for what I'm scrapping, anything really. You've got more cargo then I have by the looks of things, and I'm just trying to pick up working components of any kind. Hm... with that said, I'll start searching in that corvette over there. Er... to the starboard side of my ship. It looks relatively intact." He was outmatched, and there was an unknown out there. It was best not to get greedy.
His cargo bay opened again, releasing the six drones that were recalled earlier. This time however, each one was also equipped with a small sprayer filled with the sparkling dust. As they moved towards the corvette, they'd slowly release it around themselves.
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*** Sol III ***
An amazing display, but a chilling one as well. If things had been different, the Elachi would have had this instead. Then again, they wouldn't be able to use it without the Force... unless... How far did this rabbit hole go? There was still the mystery of Jackson, although chasing that thread may lead to more trouble than it was worth. Not that he knew where to start anyway. For now, leaving was the best option. Hopefully nobody would think that he still had the holocron and continue to chase him.
Weaver approached the docking bay, stopping to ask a question, "Are ships allowed to un-dock given the... situation?"
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
What the hell was this cloaking tech? Still nothing solid to go by. Well if the high-tech option wouldn't work, then perhaps a low-tech would. Dusk's ship began spraying glitter around itself. What he was doing was akin to throwing flour on the floor and watching for footsteps. If the glitter was disrupted in anyway, he'd have his target. Of course, this would only work if whoever was out there was moronic enough to fly into the clearly visible dust. Still, it'd prevent anyone from getting too close. There was one last trick up Dusk's sleeve though. It was a long-shot, but on the off-chance one of the crew members on this unknown vessel was psionic, Dusk would be able to pinpoint them, as he himself was one. He briefly reached out with his mind, trying to feel the area around him for any semblance of a psionic mind.
Dusk then continued his conversation, "Ergh... I still don't trust whoever is out there. Unknowns are trouble. As for what I'm scrapping, anything really. You've got more cargo then I have by the looks of things, and I'm just trying to pick up working components of any kind. Hm... with that said, I'll start searching in that corvette over there. Er... to the starboard side of my ship. It looks relatively intact." He was outmatched, and there was an unknown out there. It was best not to get greedy.
His cargo bay opened again, releasing the six drones that were recalled earlier. This time however, each one was also equipped with a small sprayer filled with the sparkling dust. As they moved towards the corvette, they'd slowly release it around themselves.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Dusk would soon detect a hugly psionic being, it's power diverting it's actual location, 'Your going through a of trouble to find me, why?" said the voice of the being, all of a sudden now in contact with Dusk Psionically. "We mean you and your friends there no harm we are simply waiting here, I apologize for our 'rough' first contact ,but we clearly did not want to be found. We are indeed warriors put our purpose here much less than that of war we are simply testing out new stealth and scanning technologies, not all warriors wish to do war all the time, it gets... Dull, you may relax as again we mean you no harm, however in this small 'sea' of wrecks among the great dark sea there may be those that threaten us all."
**Dragon'taan Draco city, residental District."**
Alex soon arrived about a block away from the Senators house, Senator quiet a ways ahead already to his front door, Looking around the human looked around behind him before unlocking the door to head into his home. Alex wait a block away from the Senators home Signaling for Roc to lean his ear near her muzzle.
** Czerka Work Site, Tatooine **
Lupe followed up in the rear making sure no more mercs were outside that could threaten their back side walking backwards with an odd ,but precise backpedal as she despite walking back wards pretty much lined her own back up with Blain's her Battle rifle raised and ready to hit any mercs that would attempt to get the teams back or would get around Blaine...
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
As the Overlord dropship landed it deployed it's unloading ramp a battalion of Battlemechs of various weight classes and types walkedd down the ramps Kit Fox, Arctich cheetahs, firemoths mostly compsed of the light mechs, Stormcrows, Shadow,cats and novas the medium, Timberwolves, Cauldron Borns Summoners and Hellbringers the heavies and finnaly the assualts mostly Dire wolves, blood Asp, Warhawks, KOdiaks and Supernovas. the battalion of mechs marched in formation around small but odd looking rectangular tracked vehicle, a mobile Mech factor able to not only produce mechs and parts but also deploy modular repair and refit stations for the mechs, The remote ARC-170's patroled the skies commanded and controled from the air station onboard the Overlord dropship which has now deployed into it's Base mode acting as a large Dropship now operated as a heavly armed fully functioning Hq complete with briefing rooms, Barracks and everything else an army could need in a neat package able to protect itself easily from all but the largest of ground assaults alone. Meanwhile onboard the more aerdynamic conquistador, dropship preperations wer being made to unload the rest of the mechs and support vehicles.
--- Overlord dropship Bridge, command deck 1---
"Deployment complete, requesting link to Kadon Thel, one thing remains rechristening and naming his new dropships, please inform the Kadeon that we request his presence on the bridge of his new Overlord dropship< i think he'll enjoy the show in the Bridge, keep me informed to when the kadeon arrives i think we should have a large meal to celebrate Tigress's achivment and our sucessful deployment of the first new Overlord MKII dropship."
*** Merchant Ship Crash Site, Green Hills ***
Kyva looked around pulling out his old type-25 DER. "How do you propose we eliminate the threat, human? My ship should be checking in with me soon."
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*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Jacqueline spotted the ship Dusk referred to. An interesting choice.
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"That ship... unless I'm much mistaken, that's a Shriken Corvette - used by the TEC forces in the Triple Alliance. Way I heard it, they helped in the formation of what is now the United Imperial Alliance. And that's one ship of at least a half-dozen I wanted to investigate - those ships don't belong here. Most of these ships here are either Starfleet, Romulan, Klingon, Cardassian or Jem'Hadar. Those ship's aren't exactly a matching fit for a battle like this," she told Dusk. "I'm gonna have my droids probe another one nearby - if you come across anything interesting, please signal me. I want to know what TEC ships were doing way out here."
*** Sol III ***
"Regrettably not, sir," the Dockmaster replied. "We're on full combat alert. I cannot allow any civilian ships to leave until the Elachi attack has been dealt with."
Outside, a KDF Task Force dropped out of Warp Speed, headed up by the IKS Dark Tempest. "This is Brigadier T'tocs of the Klingon Defense Force... we have come to render aid to our besieged Federation allies."
*** Iconia Orbit ***
The commander of the Gorkon was certain - this had to be him. If this had been an agent of the Tal Shiar or someone else, they would be certain of their answer, even if they were wrong. He looked to his tactical officer and barked, "yIchu'Ha' So'wI!" This would be heard over the channel, to Fayam, as well, as a massive vessel de-cloaked, easily dwarfing the Blowfish:
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"Stand by to be brought aboard, mister Fayam, and if you have shields, please lower them. We will keep your vessel hidden with ours until the conclusion of this meeting," requested an uncharacteristically calm Klingon voice.
*** Carnival grounds, Earth ***
The mention of Corneria elicited worried looks from Amy and Jason both. Did she not know?
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser, Tatooine ***
(Don't forget reinforcements, Blaine. Blaine and Kozik have the pattern enhancers, don't they?)
Kira kept guard of Blaine and Kozik, twirling her double-bladed lightsaber staff to deflect Czerka Merc shots from their blasters. Doc nailed one that rose from cover with his Pulse Emitter. "You two gonna call it in, or what?" he shouted over the gunfire to Blaine and Kozik.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
Thel and his bodyguards were already on the way out to the Overlord Drop Ship, with Thel briefly pausing to admire the mechs and the drone ARC-170s. These would do a world of good in the coming dust-up with the Sith Covenant.
*** Merchant Ship Crash Site, Green Hills ***
"Basically? Kill the hunter, bury him in the hills," Morris responded to Kyva's query.
"It's killing this thing that's the problem; no one can see it, and by the time someone does, they get cut to ribbons," The Captain replied.
*** Deep Space between Outpost 'Mantakar and Corneria, Approaching Sith Forward Sensor Post ***
"How we doing, Slippy?" Fox asked.
"I've told you six times already, Fox - Cloaking Device is stable, and the Sith show no indication they're aware of us," Slippy said irritatedly.
"Fox to Commander Travis... you ready to hit the sensor post?" Fox asked over a coded and encrypted channel.
"More ready than you," the Tiger answered.
*** Residential District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Roc leaned down to listen to Alex, wondering what she wanted to say.
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*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Angel slowly calmed down from Ambre's efforts, but as the needle stabbed into her, muscles still tense, she let out a cry and some sort of noise dampening blue aura that quickly filled the room, followed by a secretion of a blue mist from under her neck fluff; These excretions are apart of a defense mechanism that she possesses as a means to escape by subduing her attackers into a sleeping state.
*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***
Gypsie continued to stroke Kyle's head, resting her tails over him, stroking his arms with her tails. "I'm here, love... Now sleep... You're not getting out of bed yet."
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*** Borealis Med bay, Geidi IV Orbit ***
Angel slowly calmed down from Ambre's efforts, but as the needle stabbed into her, muscles still tense, she let out a cry and some sort of noise dampening blue aura that quickly filled the room, followed by a secretion of a blue mist from under her neck fluff; These excretions are apart of a defense mechanism that she possesses as a means to escape by subduing her attackers into a sleeping state.
*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***
Gypsie continued to stroke Kyle's head, resting her tails over him, stroking his arms with her tails. "I'm here, love... Now sleep... You're not getting out of bed yet."
***Onderon**
The Borealis dropped out of subspace near Onderon,a small situation developing in the med bay.
putting on some sort of helmet to avoid the mist, Amber held Angel's hand trying to calm her down further, the doctor putting on her own mask, and setting up a seal so the mist wouldn't cause any problems beyond the med bay, the droids being non-biological were not affected by the mist at all and so continued slowly administering a healing agent into angel to boost her healing.
--- Bridge ---
The captain, Rae studied the star charts, planning her next move after her buisness was done in this system, the DMC Fleet was quiet large, so the Borealis was not under any assignments at the moment, which gave the captain the freedom to do as she wanted, studying the starcharts for the system she tried to find something interesting, a nebula to explore a planet to observe, something to do to kill time.
) Borealis ship wide comm (
"Argo to []Borealis[/i], We've arrived." The AI chimed in.
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*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***
Vasily relaxed on hearing Gypsie - and then feeling her - behind him, leaning back into her embrace. "What... what happened?" he asked her.
*** Onderon Orbit ***
The Retribution's Thunder was among the largest vessels orbiting Onderon, and sent a signal to the Borealis giving clearance for approach, and apologizing for the lack of comms, as they were under maintenance.
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*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Holy #### that worked!? Dusk was a bit dumbfounded. He wasn't actually expecting anything to come of it, but now this unknown was confirmed to be psionic. Dusk gave a short response to Jacqueline, "Will do, uh, excuse me for a moment, I just found our 'friend'..."
Dusk then responded to the psionic being, "Because unknowns are dangerous. How am I supposed to know you don't have a laser locked onto me? Anyone can say they aren't, especially if you can't see them. If you are trying not to sound threatening, maybe you should have left out the warriors and threats all around us bit," Dusk sighed, "Not that I can do anything about you anyway."
Meanwhile, Dusk's drones were busy breaking into the corvette. They gathered around one of the breaches in the ship. One of them began using its mining laser to cut out a larger hole to allow easy access. The rest stood by at the sides, some with lasers aimed at the breach, others surveying the local area for threats. With two others already here, it'd be unsurprising at this point to encounter a third, or fourth, or some other arbitrary amount. If the coast was clear, then the drones one by one would enter, covering each other until they were all inside.
*** Sol III Orbit ***
"Ah, right then," Weaver responded, "I thought I'd just ask," he turned back where he came. There really wasn't much to do at this point other than putts around at the moment. Maybe there was a vending machine or something around the facility.
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*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Holy #### that worked!? Dusk was a bit dumbfounded. He wasn't actually expecting anything to come of it, but now this unknown was confirmed to be psionic. Dusk gave a short response to Jacqueline, "Will do, uh, excuse me for a moment, I just found our 'friend'..."
Dusk then responded to the psionic being, "Because unknowns are dangerous. How am I supposed to know you don't have a laser locked onto me? Anyone can say they aren't, especially if you can't see them. If you are trying not to sound threatening, maybe you should have left out the warriors and threats all around us bit," Dusk sighed, "Not that I can do anything about you anyway."
Meanwhile, Dusk's drones were busy breaking into the corvette. They gathered around one of the breaches in the ship. One of them began using its mining laser to cut out a larger hole to allow easy access. The rest stood by at the sides, some with lasers aimed at the breach, others surveying the local area for threats. With two others already here, it'd be unsurprising at this point to encounter a third, or fourth, or some other arbitrary amount. If the coast was clear, then the drones one by one would enter, covering each other until they were all inside.
*** Sol III Orbit ***
"Ah, right then," Weaver responded, "I thought I'd just ask," he turned back where he came. There really wasn't much to do at this point other than putts around at the moment. Maybe there was a vending machine or something around the facility.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
'unfortunatly, when dealing with non-combatants we tend to have an openly honest demeanor, that's why I let you know.' THe being replied 'But on another note, perhaps we can help you is there anything you need?'
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** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser, Tatooine **
Blaine nodded as Kozik crouched down next to him, holding his own pattern enhancer. "Almost forgot." He said, with a smile behind his now transparent visor. The bear shook his head before unclipping his own device from his side, placing it on the ground.
Kozik did the same and the two quickly activated the devices. "Alright, cavalry is on the way! Push up and dig in," Blaine yelled as he and his wolf counterpart moved ahead, giving suppressing fire to the mercenaries who were dug in up ahead.
"Getting a little rusty, buddy." Kozik said over bursts of his battle rifle, narrowing leaning out of the way of an incoming ballistic round. Blaine leaned back up and returned fire, responding to Koziks' playful jab with a one-fingered Earth gesture.
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*Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Garrus cautiously left the cover of the storm rod, approaching Malgus slowly. "One casualty, Lord Malgus. We will spread his ashes within the hour, construction will continue afterwards."
*The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface*
Vestraad tilted his head, shrugged, and placed the rifle back into it's container. "I'm not sure what this Force thing is. Nor what those cans are. But, if you have faith in them, then I pray they work."
A lone truck, rusted and rickety, crested the hill and stopped. It's occupants dismounted, drew some crude looking rifles and waited. Every once in a while, one of the scouts would bring something up to their face and look towards the ship.
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*Iconia*
Fayam responded, "Understood. Commence docking." He double checked his systems and saw that all weapons and shields were offline. Only his electromagnetic shield was active at a very low level to block radiation, but it would not interfere with a tractor beam.
*New Romulus*
The gunslinger decided to turn back to Faith to pick up his gun. He hadn't shot with it for a while.
Themechanic and copilot were talking about what happened in the past few weeks. It was a lot, but they tried to avoid specific topics in order not to worry any inhabitants of the city.
Anna remained close to Faith. It would still take a week at least before she would be able to pick up her new ship. Maybe she could go out and recruit some people here.
*Earth*
Mary stared confused at the two. "Ehm, why are you looking like you've seen ghosts? Did I say something wrong?"
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*** Dragon'Taan Draco city, Sentaor Blosia's lawn ***
"As soon as the senator leaves his home we're gonna break in and find any information on his activities, be careful the place may be booby trapped" Alex whispered to Roc. "try to find any relevent information on his latest activities, Intel says he's up to something big.
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*** Reach ***
Vhikarev followed Wilco. "We'll need to find an isolated spot to beam out, so no one knows we've left. Know any places like that?" he asked him.
(Reach)
"Well... There is a place..." He brings up a map. "Right here." He points to a spot near where the range facility was.
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***Onderon - Borealis Med Bay**
Angel would continue to struggle against them until sedated, allowing the doctor to work on her.
*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***
"I was stupid and tried to go ahead without you, but I was caught by poachers... you came after me and I got hurt... the rest is blurry...". She kept stroking his head.
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***Onderon - Borealis Med Bay**
The doctor sighed, having calmed down , regretting it as it wasn't much of a need for it she sedated Angel "Your friend here is quiet a handful hopefully she'll be safe with you two." The doctor said beginning to heal Angel, with the droids
***Borealis ,Bridge ***
" Retribution's Thunder we're nearing you now you daughter and her friends are in the med bay the doc is finishing up on the last one an odd dragon girl, reports say she was a 'prize' for the tournament, I'll have Argo send you an invitation if you'd like to Board the Borealis" Rae explained the situation. "Nice to see a friendly ship out here, we've been flying solo for awhile now, though we did spot another ship back at Geidi IV, it seemed to be taking care of itself so we left it alone."
***New Cerinia, Krystal's Mansion, Master bed **
Krystal shot up out of bed , in a cold sweat she checked the time 02:00 "Markus....I had this horrible nightmare!" she almost cried curling up near her husband and wrapping her arms around him.
*** Green Hills, Merchant ship crash site ***
"Well we best start, standing around here will do us no good." Kyva said checking his Plasma rifle making sure it was on.
**Sangheilios,Overlord Dropship command center ***
"Be sure to be on your best behavior ,i want the Kaidon to retain his honor while he's on board and we hand over the ship." the captain of the Overlord, a hologram Sangheili noted as he stood attention waiting for Thel.
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*** Onderon Orbit ***
The Retribution's Thunder did not verbally respond, but instead moved toward the Borealis, to well within transporter range, then waited.
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's Mansion, Master bedroom ***
Markus wrapped his own arms around his wife and cradled her. "What did you see?" he asked softly.
*** Green Hills, Merchant ship crash site ***
"Agreed," the Captain said. He passed on orders to the crew to pack up and make ready to move out, while Morris approached Kyva and said,
"If you have a motion sensor, I'd put it as sensitive as you can get it - it's the closest thing you'll have to an early warning system if that thing comes at us again."
*** Sangheilios,Overlord Dropship command center ***
Thel was visibly impressed with what he was seeing as he walked aboard the Overlord Drop Ship. But he maintained his stoic composure as he marched for the command center.
*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***
"Poachers..." Vasily repeated as he remembered the events. He remembered going after Gypsie, trying to rescue her... then he got hurt--
Vasily checked his side for the wound, but it was no longer there. The Jiralhanae Spiker weapon had hit him hard, but there was no longer a wound there - just a faint scar. But one thing remained unclear. "How... how did we get here?" he asked.
Gemini appeared, but far enough from the foot of the bed to not startle Gypsie, and spoke, "We brought you aboard when we got the opportunity, but as for how you got to the extraction point... your girlfriend got you out of there. But you still lost a lot of blood. Speaking of which, master Gypsie - could you keep Captain Vasily off his feet for a while? I don't want him rushing this recovery."
*** Reach ***
"Sounds good - let's go," Vhikarev said, and motioned for Wilco and Fixel to take point.
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's lawn ***
Roc wordlessly acknowledged, hiding again in his PCD's cloaking field.
*** Iconia Orbit ***
Fayam would feel a tingling sensation as a transporter beam would pluck him from his ship and deposit him on a transporter pad aboard the Klingon Vessel. Two armed Klingons would be waiting for Fayam, neither of which had their weapons drawn. "The General wishes to see you. Please follow us," one said, again with that calm tone uncharacteristic of a Klingon.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Mary's comment only made Amy and Jason more worried. "You... you really don't know, do you?" Jason asked.
Amy sighed heavily. "Mary... Corneria was recently attacked - and reportedly conquered - by the forces of the Sith Covenant," she told her.
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
"Understood," Malgus said, somewhat disappointed. Regardless, he looked to Garrus. "What causes those storms?"
*** Starship Craat, Mongdrigo Surface ***
Ahsoka raised an eyebrow. "Is... what are they doing?" she asked Vestraad.
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser, Tatooine ***
With the pattern enhancers active, reinforcements were beamed in on the double, and they began fanning out and engaging the surprised mercs. One of them approached Blaine, his voice having a thick English accent "Orbital scans from the Reckoning indicate individual power sources for the transporter inhibitor field - shut them off in their areas, and we can beam in more! Specialized explosives ordinance is being prepped and will be beamed in within the next five minutes! Until then, how do you intend to proceed?"
*** Civilian Enclave, Sol III Orbit ***
As luck would have it, Weaver would find a vending machine not far from his current location - just as combined Starfleet and KDF warships engaged the second wave of Elachi vessels.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
While Jacky and her drones went about restoring a Jem'Hadar Warship and a pair of Cardassian Keldon-class Battleships, and surveying another ship - a Starfleet Chimera-class Destroyer - Dusk's drones would find the ship empty, but still very well intact. In fact, it would seem as though this ship was undamaged, and there were few signs of combat; it was almost as if the crew just dropped what they were doing and left - or were taken.
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*** Sol III Orbit ***
This was starting to get worrying... again. Maybe it was because he was naive, but Weaver thought they'd back off after the first attack completely failed. Now that allies had also begun to step in, continuing the assault seemed pretty stupid. Perhaps there was something Weaver was missing? Some puzzle he had yet to solve. Or he was overthinking this and simply had to wait this out. In the meantime, a nice beverage would calm his nerves. At least if things got really bad, he was close by to his ship.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Dusk was silent for a moment, stunned at what was said. Whatever this being was, it was pretty tone-deaf to the situation. He sighed, thinking for a moment, "Well, you could help with one thing. Any signs of life? This ship seems pretty untouched aside for its crew being completely absent."
Meanwhile Dusk also contacted Jacky, "I've found something, rather, a lack of something. The ship is pretty much untouched. Nobody would've died due to the ship being shot, yet, absolutely nobody is here. Not even corpses."
This may have turned from a salvage mission to an investigative one. The six drones stood by as another drone was detached. This particular one was a science drone, equipped with sensors and other doodads. Once all grouped up, the first order was to locate any escape pods. If they were launched, then the crew abandoned the ship, but then the question turns into why? During the search, the science drone kept taking frequent readings of the place. Trace of what little atmosphere was left, anything staining the group, unusual signatures, etc.
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*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
'If you need any help let us know.' Came the voice to dusk again
*** New Cerina Krystal' mansion, master bedroom ***
"It was a horrible nightmare part of Draco city had almost been completely, leveled, ground scorched fires burning. Orange painted Rescue mechs and aircraft along with other rescue workers filled the streets searching for survivors and wounded, I dunno what happened but somebody destroyed the city, various M*A*S*H style hosptials were set up in open areas to deal with wounded, it wasn't pretty most of the casualties were civlians, but not humans... it was odd only non-humans seemed to be targeted.' Krystal explained.
*** Green Hills, Merchant ship crash site ***
"Affirmative, but where do we head?" Kyva asked adjusting his Motion tracker accordingly.
** Sangheilios,Overlord Dropship command center ***
Though the ships engines were powered down the large Dropships systems were fully on various monitors were positioned in the hallays displaying maps and technical readouts of the dropship, once Thel Reached the dimmer lit command center he could clearly see the displays as well as the holographic display table in the middle of the room.
Standing on one end of it hatching the holograms of mechs march around, The Sangheili captain looked up to the Kadon and saluted. "Kadon, welcome to your Overlord dropship, she doens't have a name yet nor does the other dropship, but she is a fully capable transport and mobile base, I assume you saw the maps, just below us is the remote command station that remotely controls the ARC-170 fighters they can be used for ground strafing, escorting the dropship or whatever you feel they need to do, We also carry some other Aerospace fighters for additional wings of flight. All the data is in the command computer with all mech chassis, weapons and the Overlord's weapons, the Dropship is currently in command mode which means the weapons and shield are offline, considering we're not in combat I assumed the main command mode was appropriate."
*Reach*
FIxel nodded and took point ready to follow along.
** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's lawn ***
The senator left his house followed by an odd group of young ,yet adult body guards.
"Somethings new." Alex said signaling for Roc to head inside as she ran to the door once the Senator was out of sight and picked the lock on the door.
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Wilco leads them to the range facility, and as they enter, he opens a small door and enters, opening a hatch above them. 'Here we go..." He says as he climbs through, to a small outdoors area.
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*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardasssian Space***
(I probably wasn't clear enough, but Dusk did ask if the psionic being could look for life signs on the abandoned vessel. Otherwise I'm more than happy to have Dusk lose his temper.)
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*Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
Garrus shook his head. “Afraid not, Lord Malgus. The storms seem to pop up around new activity. Any time we start new construction projects, the storm manifests. The people that worship the tiberium, I forget their name, they believe that the storms are some sort of protective entity. Though most researchers blame the sudden discharge of energy from the crystals when we clear the area.”
*The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface*
Vestraad shrugged. “Not sure. Might be binoculars.”
Suddenly, one of the mutants unleashed a hellish bellow, and another, larger truck rolled up. It slowly crept towards the ship, a robed figure crouched atop the vehicle.
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*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardasssian Space***
"I can feel no life in this area ,but you and your friend, besides us are the only thing alive here.. our scanners show the same."
***Dragon'taan Sol's bar n' Grille ***
"Where's the band they usually play by now?" Amie wondered bouncing Shiloe on her leg.
-Backstage-
"I want to try someone new any ideas Tigress?" Kylie a blue furred Fox asked the 7 foot White tiger in the chair next to him, her hands busy with some mechanicle device "Whatever you say, Kylie
A call went out to the main dining area of Sol's "The band is requesting band members to join them they need a guitarist, bass guitar and a synthesizer player."
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*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardasssian Space ***
This came as news to Jacqueline. "Klingons?" she repeated with evident surprise. "Tactical, are we detecting any cloaked Klingon vessels out here?"
The droid at tactical scanned the field, then replied, "Negative, Commander. No Klingon vessels have been detected."
"Dusk," Jacqueline contacted Dusk, "How good are your sensors? Can they detect any kinds or Neutrino emissions? Or Tachyon emissions or Residual Anti-Protons?"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Drake shrugged. "Hell if I know," Drake said, feeding Jason baby sips of his cola.
Ann walked toward the stage, looking for someone to speak to.
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Malgus processed this in his head, deciding it made sense. "Very well. Keep me appraised. I am going to check on the Hospital's progress."
*** The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface ***
"I'm guessing that's not a good thing," Ahsoka said, indicating the approaching truck.
*** Reach ***
"Vhikarev to the Iron Dragon... three to beam directly to the bridge," Vhikarev said into his coded communicator. Looking to Fixel, he asked, "Ever used a transporter before?"
*** New Cerina Krystal' mansion, master bedroom ***
Even as Markus comforted his wife, he realized her dream was far too vivid to be a dream. It was a warning. "Can you remember anything else?" he asked her.
*** Green Hills, Merchant ship crash site ***
"Wherever your ship is, preferably - no way in hell our ship is gonna be spaceworthy again," the captain stated.
*** Sangheilios, Overlord Dropship command center ***
"The 'Mechs," Thel spoke, "Show me the details on the 'Mechs."
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's lawn ***
Roc followed Alex, keeping his AR197 ready to raise at a moment's notice while Alex picked the lock on the senator's residence. Once it was picked, he would immediately head upstairs to what he assumed would be the senator's home office, and contacted his AI assistant. "Bella, can you access this computer?"
"I can try," the AI responded as Roc switched on the PC.
*** Sol III Orbit ***
The Elachi were in a bad way between Starfleet and KDF Forces battering them in an unheard-of level of unified coordination. The nail in the coffin came when, as the Elachi were trying to retreat, an Imperial Alliance Bellator-class Star Dreadnought, accompanied by two Interdictor-class Star Destroyers, four Imperator-II Star Destroyers, a half-dozen of what looked to be Borg Spheres and just as many rectangular Borg Frigates - commonly called "Coffins" - and a strange, but still massive, Borg Battleship appeared, effectively cutting off the Elachi's escape:
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The ships immediately singled out an Elachi Sheshar-class Command ship and disabled it's engines, and the Borg Battleship began beaming over Boarding Parties. The Imperial ships sent over Assault Shuttles escorted by wings of TIE Opressors, and then moved to engage the tattered - and now cut off - remains of the Elachi fleet. The Borg Spheres and Coffins also moved to engage the Elachi ships, but seemed more focused on protecting the prize they were boarding.
Still, the Elachi ships were being ripped apart by combined forces that seemed under the influence of a strange field. If Weaver put two and two together, he may come to the realization that the Battle Meditation power he brought here was the cause of this uncanny unit cohesion between several different factions involved here, and in bringing that holocron here, he had indirectly caused the outcome of this battle - which increasingly seemed like a total victory for Starfleet and their allies.
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*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardasssian Space ***
This came as news to Jacqueline. "Klingons?" she repeated with evident surprise. "Tactical, are we detecting any cloaked Klingon vessels out here?"
The droid at tactical scanned the field, then replied, "Negative, Commander. No Klingon vessels have been detected."
"Dusk," Jacqueline contacted Dusk, "How good are your sensors? Can they detect any kinds or Neutrino emissions? Or Tachyon emissions or Residual Anti-Protons?"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Drake shrugged. "Hell if I know," Drake said, feeding Jason baby sips of his cola.
Ann walked toward the stage, looking for someone to speak to.
*** Sith Construction Site, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Malgus processed this in his head, deciding it made sense. "Very well. Keep me appraised. I am going to check on the Hospital's progress."
*** The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface ***
"I'm guessing that's not a good thing," Ahsoka said, indicating the approaching truck.
*** Reach ***
"Vhikarev to the Iron Dragon... three to beam directly to the bridge," Vhikarev said into his coded communicator. Looking to Fixel, he asked, "Ever used a transporter before?"
*** New Cerina Krystal' mansion, master bedroom ***
Even as Markus comforted his wife, he realized her dream was far too vivid to be a dream. It was a warning. "Can you remember anything else?" he asked her.
*** Green Hills, Merchant ship crash site ***
"Wherever your ship is, preferably - no way in hell our ship is gonna be spaceworthy again," the captain stated.
*** Sangheilios, Overlord Dropship command center ***
"The 'Mechs," Thel spoke, "Show me the details on the 'Mechs."
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's lawn ***
Roc followed Alex, keeping his AR197 ready to raise at a moment's notice while Alex picked the lock on the senator's residence. Once it was picked, he would immediately head upstairs to what he assumed would be the senator's home office, and contacted his AI assistant. "Bella, can you access this computer?"
"I can try," the AI responded as Roc switched on the PC.
*** Sol III Orbit ***
The Elachi were in a bad way between Starfleet and KDF Forces battering them in an unheard-of level of unified coordination. The nail in the coffin came when, as the Elachi were trying to retreat, an Imperial Alliance Bellator-class Star Dreadnought, accompanied by two Interdictor-class Star Destroyers, four Imperator-II Star Destroyers, a half-dozen of what looked to be Borg Spheres and just as many rectangular Borg Frigates - commonly called "Coffins" - and a strange, but still massive, Borg Battleship appeared, effectively cutting off the Elachi's escape:
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The ships immediately singled out an Elachi Sheshar-class Command ship and disabled it's engines, and the Borg Battleship began beaming over Boarding Parties. The Imperial ships sent over Assault Shuttles escorted by wings of TIE Opressors, and then moved to engage the tattered - and now cut off - remains of the Elachi fleet. The Borg Spheres and Coffins also moved to engage the Elachi ships, but seemed more focused on protecting the prize they were boarding.
Still, the Elachi ships were being ripped apart by combined forces that seemed under the influence of a strange field. If Weaver put two and two together, he may come to the realization that the Battle Meditation power he brought here was the cause of this uncanny unit cohesion between several different factions involved here, and in bringing that holocron here, he had indirectly caused the outcome of this battle - which increasingly seemed like a total victory for Starfleet and their allies.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Come backstage" said someone to Ann.
*** Reach ***
"it's unsettling ,but no not my first time." Fixel replied simply
*** New Cerina Krystal' mansion, master bedroom ***
"Only that some people were saying the Imperium of Man wanted them all dead, and that humans were the attackers." Krystal replied.
*** Green Hills, Merchant ship crash site ***
"My ship is in oribit." Kyva pointed out "Should I call for a Phantom?"
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's home ***
The AI wound find logs of the senator meeting with a rouge group of what was listed as "Imperium of man and a small task force of guards listed as accomplices, further the senators records incidated he had met an odd being whom claimed would give him power if he were to take over Dragon'taan the plan was set for a Military style coupe from his private army and these 'imperium of Man" personnel, though no locations were listed in the files to where any of them were staying.
** Sangheilios, Overlord Dropship command center ***
"OF course." The commander replied bringing up all the mech chassis on the hologram table " As you can see we hav a variety of mech chassis available, All Battlemechs are Omnimechs which simply means wecan quickly reconfigure their weapon loadouts on the fly at a simple refit station so any of the mechs can be configured for any mission or custom loadout within minutes,Omnimechs are only limted by the amount of weight they can carry, The engine can also be swapped out quicky for repairs or a higher grade engine for more speed.
Weapons,electronic equipment and other support equipment can be added or removed as needed for the mission profile, if you look here mechs have a large variety of weapons and equipment avalible, The basics for weapons are Ballstics Energy and missile. Ballstics include Autcannons of various sizes a shotgun style LBX cannon, and even a long barreled artillery cannon all the way to the MAC style guass rifle, Energy weapons consist mostly of laser weapons of varying sizes and the lightning generator like Particle Projectile cannon, Missiles include a set of multi- Missle launchers that are able to depending on the distance to the target select the most effective missile for the job, and there are aslo artillery style missiles, Autocannons and Missile launchers can carry special munitions as needed." The commander explained. "All in all I think you'll find that although mechs are larger and heavier than Tanks their durability and mobility make up for most of these short comings.
***Indari Manor.***
somebody called the manor they wished to speak with General Indari when he was avalible, asking for a transfer to his personal Comm if possible.
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*** Sol III Orbit ***
Weaver gulped down some water, looking on at the battlefield. Yeah, this was a wash. Complete overkill at this rate with the Borg coming in of all things. He felt kind of odd. While he wasn't the one directing the fight, he couldn't help but feel partially responsible for this victory. He brought the holocron after all. Weaver smiled just a bit. He wondered what it would be like to be influenced by the Battle Meditation. Maybe it was like one of those video games where everyone silently knows their roles, and manage to beat the boss at the end as if they were a coordinated team.
... He liked playing as the medic.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
To the psionic being, Dusk gave his reply, "No life signs eh? That's kinda eerie. Hm... Well. My drones are trying to find where the drop pods are. If they launched, then there has to be some reason why they didn't fly the ship back to safety instead."
He then received the message from Jacky, "I have a whole suite of detectors. Nothing gets by me without pinging some kind of disturbance. I'll divert some more power to sensors. Did something come up on your end or something?" Dusk then did as he said - diverting power back again to the sensors. The ship was lined with all kinds of instruments dedicating to detection, interception, and other security measures. If anything was sneaking around, he'd find it soon. Of course, Dusk had already emitted a sensor pulse before when finding his psionic "friend." If anything else was crawling around, he'd already detect it by now.
Meanwhile, the drones had broken through several rooms now, finally converging on what they thought the escape pods would be located. All the while, the science drone kept its own sensors up, scanning the area for any kind of anomalies.
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital*
With the plasma batteries now stacked under a ramshackle gantry, hospital beds now lined the walls. A few harvesters, quarantined in their sections, coughed up a mixture of blood and tiberium dust as crystals grew on their bodies. Doctors rushed to and fro, delivering painkillers and cleaning the tiberium dust.
Senior Doctor Andrean Grett was wrist deep in the chest of one of the harvesters, extracting tiberium crystals in an attempt to stop the infection. An interesting Mongdrigan, Grett had been his own test subject for tiberium infusion, which kept the crystals from growing on his body or infecting him at all. As Malgus entered the hospital, Grett glanced over his shoulder, his piercing green eyes locking briefly with his Lord’s.
“Lord Malgus,” Grett chipped without looking away from his work. “To what do I owe this pleasure?”
*The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface*
Vestraad shook his head, bringing his rifle to bear. “No...it’s not good at all.”
As the truck hissed to a stop, the occupants dismounted. Eight deformed Mongdrigans, all clad in black, chitinous armor, stood by with weapons drawn. The figure atop the truck leapt forward, landing uncomfortably close to the ship. Their glowing green eyes piercing through the shroud they wore.
“Bring forth the outworlder! We can smell them, they do not belong.” As they spoke, the figure drew some sort of green bladed sword.
When the tiberium blade exited its sheath, Vestraad got visibly nervous.
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***Onderon - Borealis Med Bay**
After what would seem like hours, the droids would all chime when they had finished healing Angel. After a final bodily scan, some x-ray prints would show on a nearby screen, displaying the odd organ placement she had, where she did not have any true defecation section, leading from the stomach being some sort of webbed gland, branching out to the body like a heart. Her heart looked normal enough. She seemed to be missing any actual pair of Lungs, at least a normal kind, where the scans would show that she could breathe in a vacuum, but the scan could not fully explain it.
As she began to awaken, Angel made a noise of confusion just as the machine seemed to short out, rattling the restraints when she tried to sit up.
*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***
Gypsie used her tails to keep him down on the bed, effectively pinning him with her tails, beginning to tickle his nose, "Yeah. I can keep him here... Lock the door on your way out, please~", her intentions beyond that were to simply tend to Kyle with her magical herbs that she hopes are still hidden in her tails.
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***Onderon - Borealis Med Bay**
After what would seem like hours, the droids would all chime when they had finished healing Angel. After a final bodily scan, some x-ray prints would show on a nearby screen, displaying the odd organ placement she had, where she did not have any true defecation section, leading from the stomach being some sort of webbed gland, branching out to the body like a heart. Her heart looked normal enough. She seemed to be missing any actual pair of Lungs, at least a normal kind, where the scans would show that she could breathe in a vacuum, but the scan could not fully explain it.
As she began to awaken, Angel made a noise of confusion just as the machine seemed to short out, rattling the restraints when she tried to sit up.
*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***
Gypsie used her tails to keep him down on the bed, effectively pinning him with her tails, beginning to tickle his nose, "Yeah. I can keep him here... Lock the door on your way out, please~", her intentions beyond that were to simply tend to Kyle with her magical herbs that she hopes are still hidden in her tails.
***Onderon - Borealis Med Bay**
The doctor would undo Angels restraints , and motion for her to stay there handing her some ice cream on a tray "Now if we can keep your friend here out of trouble, maybe I can take a nap.' The doctor complained, walking over to Rochell. "Do you want a cybernetic or regrown arm?" She asked the Sergal (I think she was a Sergal)
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***Onderon - Borealis Med Bay**
After what would seem like hours, the droids would all chime when they had finished healing Angel. After a final bodily scan, some x-ray prints would show on a nearby screen, displaying the odd organ placement she had, where she did not have any true defecation section, leading from the stomach being some sort of webbed gland, branching out to the body like a heart. Her heart looked normal enough. She seemed to be missing any actual pair of Lungs, at least a normal kind, where the scans would show that she could breathe in a vacuum, but the scan could not fully explain it.
As she began to awaken, Angel made a noise of confusion just as the machine seemed to short out, rattling the restraints when she tried to sit up.
*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***
Gypsie used her tails to keep him down on the bed, effectively pinning him with her tails, beginning to tickle his nose, "Yeah. I can keep him here... Lock the door on your way out, please~", her intentions beyond that were to simply tend to Kyle with her magical herbs that she hopes are still hidden in her tails.
***Onderon - Borealis Med Bay**
The doctor would undo Angels restraints , and motion for her to stay there handing her some ice cream on a tray "Now if we can keep your friend here out of trouble, maybe I can take a nap.' The doctor complained, walking over to Rochell. "Do you want a cybernetic or regrown arm?" She asked the Sergal (I think she was a Sergal)
***Onderon - Borealis Med Bay**
Angel sat up and took the tray, still waking up, but once she poked the frozen cream and tasted it, Angel let out a happy chirp and started eating it, using the spoon provided backwards.
Rochell slowly woke up, sitting up and looking at the doctor, "I'm no lizard, Doc... I can't regrow my arm!", which followed with a weak chuckle.
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***Onderon - Borealis Med Bay**
"Ahh! but I can, for you that is, though it'll take a bit and I'll need some DNA." the doctor explained "Vat grown limbs have been a successful procedure for about... 90 or so years now the hard part is reattaching the the nerve endings,but we can do that here easy."
Amber tried to correct Angel's use of the spoon...
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***Onderon - Borealis Med Bay**
Angel turned the spoon and tried scooping the ice cream with the underside and somehow kept eating the ice cream.
Rubbing her eyes, still waking up, Rochell looked at her 'healthy' stump of an arm, "B-but, I don't have any credits! Everything I owned is just scrap and knickknacks, nothing of it is of any value, not even in the underground. Thanks for the offer, but I don't think I can ever afford it.
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***Onderon - Borealis Med Bay**
"You haven't seen the bill, yet." The Doc smirked. "It won't cost you anything except maybe a strand of hair for the DNA i'd be glad to do it for no charge if that's what you want."
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*** Sol III Orbit ***
The Elachi were completely wiped out, save the one ship that was being boarded; it fell quickly, and the alert status was ended, therefore allowing civilian ships to leave.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
The drones would find the escape pods all in their berths, with no signs of having been used at all. This corvette was like a ghost ship. The bridge lay not far beyond the escape pods...
While Jacqueline scanned the field for any signs of this supposed cloaked Klingon vessel, the three ships she was salvaging - the Jem'Hadar Battlecruiser and the two Cardassian Keldons - came online, and an unidentified vessel, clearly cloaked, flew through the glitter Dusk had released earlier, perhaps accidentally. When hit, the direction suggested it was approaching Dusk's vessel.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle was the first to answer the call. "Caller, please identify," he requested, per protocol.
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's home ***
"Alex..." Roc called for Alex. "... get your commanding officer, get him now; you have an imminent threat on your doorstep."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The anthro-Charizard went backstage, and looked around for the one in charge.
*** Sangheilios, Overlord Dropship command center ***
"I see," Thel stated, looking over the mechs. "Is there anything else I should know?"
*** Green Hills, Merchant ship crash site ***
"You can try, but if that thing wants us, he may shoot it down," Morris stated. "We'd have to take that... thing, out of the picture first."
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Reach Orbit ***
The trio would feel a tingling sensation, and would be beamed aboard Vhikarev's ship, deposited on the deck in the Bridge. "Helm... set course for Onderon, best possible speed," Vhikarev commanded his crew.
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"Just checking on progress here - you look like you have your hands full," Malgus commented. "Do you need me to send additional personnel?"
*** The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface ***
Ahsoka scoffed, and with a flick of her hand, she could send the offender's weapon flying out of his hand, well beyond his reach, after which, she would summon emerald-color lightning and make a stance that suggested she intended to send arcs of that lightning at one of the attackers.
*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***
Gemini smiled and chuckled, vanishing as a hologram would but locking the door on his way out. Vasily chuckled heartily as he was pinned by Gypsie. "So what's next?" he asked jestingly.
*** Onderon Orbit ***
A human and a Terran Dragonarian both beamed into the Med Bay, and immediately looked around, spotting Keesha and approaching her.
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*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"I have a contact must have been concentrating on something else do you need assistance?" Came the voice of the psionic being to Dusk.
** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"It's Tigress Arcnon, i got a tech update for you and some news."
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's home ***
"What dirty scheme is he up to?" Alex asked, pulling out a comm device.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
A blue fox waved at Ann signaling her to come close, he was working on some sort of microphone.
*** Sangheilios, Overlord Dropship command center ***
"The Dropships lack FTL Drives and require carrier ships, but Tigress thinks they can fit into anything the size of a Corvette or larger, everything else is in the databanks so if you have any questions just check that."
** Green Hills, Merchant ship crash site ***
"I doubt a single enemy can take out a phantom, their not exactly easy to shoot down if you recall . Kyva said pressing something on his Belt as he signaled for a Transport from his ship.
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Reach Orbit ***
Fixel let out a soft cough "I'll never get use to that." She muttered."So where are we headed, sir?" Fixel asked
*** Onderon Orbit ***
"I hope my work is satisfactory to your expectations, Sir, ma'am!" The doc said as the two passed by her, turning back to Rochelle.
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion, Master bedroom ***
"Something is not right, there's a dark aura in the air....." Krystal muttered. "Are the girls all home? , something is about to happen.
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*** Sol III Orbit ***
It was quite the show. Weaver turned back towards the docks and onto his ship once he confirmed civilian ships were good to go. Stepping inside, he took off his suit, took a breath, and headed towards the helm. He activated the ship's comms, "This is the Endeavor. Permission to undock?"
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Son of a-"
Dusk powered his weapons on, the first to boot up was the point defense systems, which wasted no time in shooting at the disturbance. Dusk opened public comms, pretty much broadcasting to everyone in the area, Jacky and the psionic Being included, the aggressive message Dusk had in mind, "Reveal yourself immediately! Or it'll be more than a point defense system I'll be shooting at you..."
The drones meanwhile went on full alert. The seven abandoned their current mission and began sprinting back to their entry point. While not armed with true guns, the scavenger drones aimed their mining lasers at the breach. Those lasers were good at cutting apart metal, and thus conveniently, unshielded armor. The science drone just sat in the back with a movement scanner.
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Andrean nodded. “More the merrier. I’ll train them on tiberium removal myself.”
*The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface*
As Ashoka used the Force, a very strange sensation would wash over her. She would feel drained, like something was pulling her connection to the Force from her, and the Mongdrigan kept hold of his weapon. He looked around at his compatriots, brow furrowed in confusion.
*Reach, Testing Range bunker.*
Okkal, who had been a bit bent out of shape by his detainment, stood up with his arms crossed.
“Is it safe to leave yet? I cannot in good conscience keep my vessel here. One leak in the core dooms the entire planet.”
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*** Sol III Orbit ***
It was quite the show. Weaver turned back towards the docks and onto his ship once he confirmed civilian ships were good to go. Stepping inside, he took off his suit, took a breath, and headed towards the helm. He activated the ship's comms, "This is the Endeavor. Permission to undock?"
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Son of a-"
Dusk powered his weapons on, the first to boot up was the point defense systems, which wasted no time in shooting at the disturbance. Dusk opened public comms, pretty much broadcasting to everyone in the area, Jacky and the psionic Being included, the aggressive message Dusk had in mind, "Reveal yourself immediately! Or it'll be more than a point defense system I'll be shooting at you..."
The drones meanwhile went on full alert. The seven abandoned their current mission and began sprinting back to their entry point. While not armed with true guns, the scavenger drones aimed their mining lasers at the breach. Those lasers were good at cutting apart metal, and thus conveniently, unshielded armor. The science drone just sat in the back with a movement scanner.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
The Cerinian fleet consisting of the righteous destroyer and 2 Defiant class vessel's decloaked and powered weapons, ready to fight back if their 'friends' were threatened.
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*Iconia*
Fayam followed them on foot. "You are a bit too calm for pure-bred Klingon," he noted. "Either you have a master that calmed you, or you're half-bloods."
*New Romulus*
The gunslinger returned at the Faith. He stepped in and told Anna, "Hey Cap! There's something new on the Tal Shiar data. You might want to check it out." Anna turned to him. "You returned just to tell me that?" "No, I'm also pickin' up my gun and find myself a shooting range. Haven't done that in a while." He took his laser sniper rifle from the armoury and drove away again. Anna dropped a line to D'tan to confirm what she heard from her crewmate. She still thought about maybe getting crew here. She didn't know the unemployment here, but she reckoned she needed a large crew. At least 50 men. On Gaia, she would definitely get them. Here, she wasn't sure.
The copilot and mechanic decided to treat themselves in a bar and headed for the city by bike. They crossed the gunslinger on the streets, but paid him no heed.
*Earth*
Mary shook visibly. Her face was all terror. After the initial shock settled, she screamed, "WHAT!? WHEN!? How'd I not notice? I'm sitting right in the capital, for androids' sake! Oh, I do so hope my store is safe... Do you think I can come back to check up on it?"
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*** Iconia ***
"We of the House of Pegh are a calm breed of Klingon, but we are Klingon nonetheless," the guard said as he walked Fayam toward the Bridge. "The General can explain it better than I. Suffice to say, we compare to the Romulans, if that's any help." They would step onto the bridge moments later. "General Pegh, I have brought the operative."
The Captain's chair in the center of the room swiveled around to face Fayam, and a light-skinned Klingon with a cyborg eye and a scar over that eye rose from the chair. "The man himself - splendid. Do accept my apologies about the nature of this meeting - I couldn't risk any of this getting out." He offered a hand to shake. "Durok, of the House of Pegh," he introduced himself. "We like to say we're the Good Tal Shiar among the Klingon Empire."
*** Mol'Rihan, New Romulus ***
D'Tan would send back a polite response, saying that he wasn't the one that made progress on the Tal Shiar files, but rather likely it was Admiral Obisek that made some progress, seeing that he let his team take a crack at the files, too.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"I doubt the Sith would let you in that easily, but don't worry - I hear the Marauder Corps sent one of their commanders - guy by the name of Travis Drake - to liberate Corneria. Hell, they'll probably be reaching Corneria any day now, so keep an eye on the news," Jason told Mary.
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
Malgus smiled - though his breath mask hid this - and called for medical personnel to assist the good doctor, then took a loom around the medical bay, wondering of his people moved the Kolto Tanks in here as he had requested.
*** The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface ***
Ahsoka was unfazed by this. She had encountered a similar occurrence, on the planet of Myrkr. "Fine. Then we do this the hard way," she said, activating twin green lightsabers.
*** Sol III Orbit ***
"Copy, Endeavor, you are cleared to undock. Lord Rellius sends her thanks, and urges you to make for Onyxia Prime and ask for Lord Praven - he will give you details on your next assignment, should you accept it," the dockmaster said.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
The ship - a Klingon Bird-of-Prey - de-cloaked almost immediately, and an unusually-calm Klingon voice hailed Dusk's vessel, saying, "I am Lieutenant K'vek, House Pegh - my sensors were damaged earlier by an unidentified scrambler attack, and I was trying to scan your vessel for any trace of the crew of those unidentified vessels from the TEC. I cannot find any of them, and I strongly suspect that... spirit, thing, is involved."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"News? About what?" Kyle asked.
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's home ***
"Seems our senator is collaborating with an outside power to seize control of Dragon'taan - a faction calling themselves the 'Imperium of Man'," Roc explained.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Ann stepped closer, saying, "You needed help, so here I am."
*** Sangheilios, Overlord Dropship command center ***
"Understood," Thel said, reading over the data.
*** Green Hills, Merchant ship crash site ***
"Fair enough," the Captain said. "I got no desire for my skull to adorn this thing's collection."
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Reach Orbit ***
"We're headed for Onderon," Vhikarev said. "One of my old associates is there." he looked between Wilco and Fixel. "Either of you know anything about Onderon?"
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion, Master bedroom ***
"As far as I know," Markus responded. "Saraabi is in her room enjoying shore leave, and Celina, if I remember correctly is with her boyfriend in her room."
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*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
The Virtuous hailed the de-cloaked Klingon Vessel "Are you the only other one here? And what do you mean by 'Spirit?'
" asked a Red colored Vixen.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Tech updates... and the Delivery to Thel...." Tigress sighed, putting her hand to the side of her head. "What did you think?"
** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's home ***
"Imperium of man? Can't say I remember them, or know them ,but something says I do." Alex replied "anything else, important?
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Technically speaking, I wanted to give others a chance to play in the band." Kylie replied "What are you good at playing?"
*** Green Hills, Merchant ship crash site ***
"A phantom should be here to pick us up within the Hour our ship is old and in need of major repairs, since the Great Schism we've had to make due with only one Huragok, he's not enough to service the whole ship ,but she flies and the Stealth generator still works?"
** Sangheilios, Overlord Dropship command center ***
"With that Sir, I'll leave you be I have to start training mechwarriors for your army the skelton crew who brought the mechs in are just engineers, they will be heading back to the FoxFire within an hour."
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's mansion, Master bedroom ***
Krystal sighed with relief," Good but stay on your toes, something is about to blow up like a nuke.... weather it's someones tempur or a major event I can't tell."
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*** Sol III ***
"Oh snap, another assignment already? I'll take it, I just wasn't expecting another job so soon. I'll head to Onyxia Prime as soon as I can." With that, Weaver looked up the coordinates to his destination, plugged them into the computer, and departed. He wondered what would be the first thing to greet him when he got there.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Dusk powered down the weapons as soon as the cloak was disengaged and the message came through, "Aw crap, sorry about that. At least it was a point defense system. Couldn't scratch anything larger than a missile," he paused, "Wait wait wait, spirit thing? I know of a psionic presence, not sure if that's your spirit though," Dusk sighed, "And I thought this place was going to be abandoned, but in five minutes I encounter three others."
This was getting juicy though. Spirits, missing crew in an otherwise intact ship, psionic beings, and cloaking through the roof. This place was filled with secrets. Hm... and trouble. The drones let their guard down, deciding the next course of action was to head to the bridge. Maybe they could find a blackbox there. They proceeded slowly and cautiously however, scans being taken the whole way through.
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Dr. Grett glanced at the Kolto tanks, an eyebrow raised.
“Lord Malgus? What’s in the tanks? Water only exacerbates tiberium.” He sighed, pleased, as he finished the last of the tiberium clusters off, tearing the mass from his patient.
*The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface*
The swordsman smiled, his teeth an awful translucent green. He licked the blade of his sword, drawing blood. The thick green liquid snaked its way slowly down to the hilt, where it dripped onto the ground.
Vestraad drew back the bolt on his rifle, sliding a round into the chamber. A similar sound echoed from the mutants, though theirs were of a much larger caliber.
“Twenty millimeter,” the old raccoon whispered. “If they’re Mong rifles, they’re prone to overheating.”
It was if two patient snakes stood to fight; each side a tense mass of muscle and nerves. Each waiting for the other to move.
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*** Iconia ***
"We of the House of Pegh are a calm breed of Klingon, but we are Klingon nonetheless," the guard said as he walked Fayam toward the Bridge. "The General can explain it better than I. Suffice to say, we compare to the Romulans, if that's any help." They would step onto the bridge moments later. "General Pegh, I have brought the operative."
The Captain's chair in the center of the room swiveled around to face Fayam, and a light-skinned Klingon with a cyborg eye and a scar over that eye rose from the chair. "The man himself - splendid. Do accept my apologies about the nature of this meeting - I couldn't risk any of this getting out." He offered a hand to shake. "Durok, of the House of Pegh," he introduced himself. "We like to say we're the Good Tal Shiar among the Klingon Empire."
*** Mol'Rihan, New Romulus ***
D'Tan would send back a polite response, saying that he wasn't the one that made progress on the Tal Shiar files, but rather likely it was Admiral Obisek that made some progress, seeing that he let his team take a crack at the files, too.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"I doubt the Sith would let you in that easily, but don't worry - I hear the Marauder Corps sent one of their commanders - guy by the name of Travis Drake - to liberate Corneria. Hell, they'll probably be reaching Corneria any day now, so keep an eye on the news," Jason told Mary.
*Iconia*
Fayam raised an eyebrow. "Ooo... kay? That's uhh... interesting. Though, I can see why you would do it this way. It must be a rather... personal matter, right? Anyway, enough going around it. What is it you called me for?"
*New Romulus*
Anna thanked and sent a line for Admiral Obisek. She was planning on going personally to him if he requested. The mechanic and copilot had found a small, quiet place where they settled and ordered some drinks. There, they talked about what exactly Anna would want with her huge ship. The copilot started to lay out specifities for the ship. "So, I'm telling you, this ship is a full kilometre wide in total. Even stranger, it's shape is exactly Faith's, but with all dimensions multiplied by ten. We're getting a ship that's literally a thousand times larger." "Yeah, but some other ships flying around are bigger still. They might be able to dwarf the thing. But to the point, it's impossible to say why she wants it." "She was talking about 'surprising the Tal Shiar'. I doubt she can, since such a ship is hard to hide. Either way, it's clear she holds a grudge against them and expects a bigger ship makes her a threat to them. They probably won't try to convert her again, but an outright attack becomes a much more realistic possibility." "Yeah, true."
The gunslinger was still crossing the streets, looking for a shooting range.
*Earth*
Mary was still confused. "I still don't realise why I missed it. I came here only a few days ago. I just hope they haven't messed my shop up. I know my guard bot won't let them get away without a fight, but it probably can't hold against Sith tricks."
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*** Iconia Orbit ***
"As I'm sure you're aware, a vessel like this is notoriously difficult to produce," Durok explained to Fayam. "At great expense, the Klingon Defense Force has managed to construct two additional vessels of this class. One of them... has gone missing. Normally, we would chalk this up to either the error of the ship's commander or the dangers of space, but we have reason to believe that neither is the case. That is why I called you here. You are familiar with clandestine infiltration operations, yes?"
*** Mol'Rihan, New Romulus ***
The gunslinger would find his shooting range, sooner than he expected, with a few casual gun enthusiasts competing with more hardcore Romulan Mercenaries.
Anna, however, would receive a meeting signal from Obisek and directions to his office, deep in the dark streets of the Reman Habitation Zone on New Romulus.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"You aren't the only one; We didn't hear about it till a few days ago - and the DMC wouldn't have heard unless that... Star Fox team, whatever they are, hadn't stolen a Sith Frigate and journeyed all the way to Dragon'taan and New Cerinia to ask for aid," Jason told Mary.
"And I'm betting Fox had to swallow his pride for that one - the way I hear it, he got a cold reception from his former-colleague, Krystal," Amy added.
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
Malgus indicated the tanks. "That's not water, Doctor - that's Kolto. It's a healing fluid. It'll do until I can get hands on this 'Bacta' stuff, which is reportedly much more potent," he said. "I wouldn't advise putting Tiberium-infected patients in it, as I don't know or want to know how Kolto would react to it, but patients who have had the Tiberium infections removed... maybe we can put them in there, speed up the healing process."
*** The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface ***
"What is your purpose here?" Ahsoka asked the swordsman, seemingly oblivious to the distant roar of ion engines.
*** Leaving Sol III Orbit ***
Before jumping, Weaver would have to navigate through the remains of the burnt-out Elachi ships, which were being salvaged and cleared from orbit; there was more than enough maneuvering space, Weaver just had to be careful.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"No, it wasn't them - it was something else. We're not sure how to officially classify an entity like this. The closest thing to it would be the spirit of the Ravager, but that thing was killed by High General Indari years ago, just before the birth of his daughter," K'vek said. "This spirit reportedly operated out of what's known to spacers as the Treasure System."
The Drones on the Shriken Corvette would, in fact, find the ship's Blackbox, and it - strangely enough - was still recording. Completely intact, Dusk could possibly use this to ascertain what exactly happened here.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Tech updates first," Kyle requested. "You caught me as I was cooking for Anna and Kira."
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's home ***
"I'm downloading all data right now - get your commanders on the horn, tell them they have an imminent threat; we're bringing the data to them," Roc stated, his tone sounding worried.
*** Green Hills, Merchant ship crash site ***
"Good enough for us; we'll just need to get to a landing zone," the Captain stated.
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*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"I detect no other presences,besides us, something is a miss here" said the psionic Cerinian aboard the Virtuous over the comm, his blue fur on his face faded a bit and had a slight tone of red stained into his cheeks.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Okay then, so First our new mech missile systems, I've replaced all our mech missile systems with a newly developed Advanced tacticle Missile system Enhanced, ATMe for short.
The new system replaces the Short range and long range missile launchers, they come in about seven flavors, 3, 6, 12, 5, 10 ,15 and 20 respectively, the system uses mutiple ammo types to achieve this and can use standard SRM or LRM ammo as well as the special munitions for the ATM system itself and a couple custom munitions.
The weapon includes it's own specialized targeting computer with multiple range finders that allows the system to choose the best ammunition for the target's range, it can automatically select the best ammo type for damage and efficiency. So extended range ammo for Longer ranges and so forth, ammo can also be selected manually if needed or if the pilot wants to use a specific ammo type, Similar to the original Advanced Tactical Missile system, the shorter range ammo does the most damage per missile, the best part is I've reduced the weight of each 'flavor' to equal that of a SRM LRM launcher of equal size." Tigress explained.
"Secondly I've upgraded out Laser Anti missile systems on mechs and vehicles to act as anti- air lasers, extending the range a little and the heat but our heat sinks systems should be able to handle the extra load." She continued.
"I'm currently working on a new heat sink system that should be more efficient than even our current one, using various materals and liqquids be on the lookout for those."
"Finally all these new technologies have been put into Thel's new mechs and ours, speaking of which the Delivery was made i've been informed Thel is aboard his new Overlord dropship, previewing the merchandise the Foxfire should be back in the Dragon'taan system within a couple days, and in Dragon'taan orbit within a week, it's time for that old ship to get a refit and overhaul, so I'll be pretty busywhen they get back."
"I received word that the Borealis has picked up some odd suvivors of an incident involving the Unreal tournament so Rae and her Crew will be busy for awhile. Other than that i got some work to do so talk with ya later hun, say Hi to Kira for me."
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's home ***
"I already have sounds like we'll need some help so i've already called in a counter strike squad or two depending on what's avalible, our next objective is to attempt to stop the Senator before he does something horrible, My commanders will look over the details when the data is finished downloading, we don't have time to take the data to them i'll have a drone take it."
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's Mansion, Master bedroom ***
KRystal's eyes opened wide her arm wrapped around her husband... "Markus it's time something is about to happen and it's very close ot starting" The blue vixen explained...
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**Entering the RP if that is okay :3 PM me if not or if i have done something wrong in the ref sheet, not used to such complicated RPs! :3 **
Taliaka Anichezachi (Playing as my own main sona, haven't changed much but i wanted to make sure he fits in!)
Species: Spherix Dragon
Attire: White nylon vest, light grey reflexes like one of those work vests you see, AnviOS logo on his back (little hard to describe) A little run down, black pants.
Weapons: Nothing except the deadly poisonous spikes on his tail, pretty standard for his species.
Home planet: Earth, Hawaii states
Age: 19
Height: 3 feet or 91,44 centimeter.
Gender: Male
One of you guys included a bio but, i thinks it is more fun to get to know him in the RP.
Personality quotes: (Takes from the novels iv'e already written using him)
"If the AnviOS was build on sand don't you think i would be run down my an angry mob by now?"
"Blood, killing and violence, 3 things the world seems to revolve too much around... I tend to lean more to the blood part though... delicious"
"'Dragons don't actually spit fire, other defense mechanisms may be included' He said smiling viciously"
Location to start: My home cave in Hawaii central near Honolulu, don't worry i am way more advanced than at first glance but yes i live in a cave.
Prestart bio: (This is to tell you guys what is going on with my start or else this will be seen as confusing)
Taliaka is a time traveler from the year 4044 where the world is controlled by an super computer entity known as the AnviOS, Taliaka build the AnviOS, but Clowra a close friend of his made him test a new TID device at her disposal, a TID device is the time machine invented by Clowra Zeelah in 4031, it was blacklisted by the government for a while and only recent in 4041 did the government let her use it in DIP service when she made it smaller even handheld. The DIP is the police unit of 4044, now Taliaka is stranded in 2018 (i assume the RP takes place in the present) and with no way to get back at the moment he lives in the cave on the island chain of Hawaii where we was also born around in his own timeline.
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Taliaka: I need to get out more, i lie here all day what are the chances pray pops up out of the blue or even better, something more fun than hanging around all day. Perhaps i should start a new project that sure gets me in the mood.
**My Dpad beeps (A sort of Ipad looking device from the future with a glass pane as its screen surrounded by a metal frame embedded with wires, looks pretty cool)
Taliaka: Wha? Looks like we have a problem...
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(Uh, pal... if you're on Earth, one: The planet is ruled by the United Nations Space Command [UNSC], and two: The year is 2577 - 25 years after the end of the Human-Covenant War. I'd strongly advise you read the first page of this RP - specifically the first post - to get an idea of the setting and what's available. PM me if you have any questions.)
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Grett shrugged and looked to his patient. “Well, I’ve just finished with this one. I’ll need help moving him.”
*The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface*
The swordsman snarled. “You’re trespassin’ on Mama’s land. Outworlders and the city-men aren’t allowed. The price is death!”
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*Iconia*
Fayam replied, "Sure. They're not my favourite type of job, but eh, I can't be too picky. I wonder though, why do you think this has nothing to do with accident, technical failure or Klingon error?"
*New Romulus*
Anna jumped right into her own motorcycle, which was blue, and crossed the streets to get to admiral Obisek.
The gunslinger, in the meantime, was of meaning that a little competitivity couldn't hurt his practise. He put away the motorcycle and walked up to the group with his gun on his back. The weapon was dear to him and it gleamed in the sunlight. Everyone could see it was a sniper rifle because of the scope, and it was clear it was electric in some way. He said to the groups, especially the mercenaries, "Any of you up for some friendly competition? I warn you though, I'm a trained professional."
The mechanic and copilot saw him driving by with his gun and the copilot remarked, "He's gonna shoot again." "Yeah, you know he is with that. He's probably going to provoke some others to compete with. He always does, even with you." "Yeah, he never asks you because you're not handling any gun soon. Still, he may want to temper that competitive spirit. It tends to get him in trouble."
*Earth*
Mary remained quiet. She was worried. The planet she was born and raised at was very dear to her. She did realise that she couldn't do anything to help, having no fighting experience. Her guard bot wouldn't stand a chance against Sith anyway. The only advantage it had was that it was immune to mind tricks.
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(Here is another REF sheet for my introduction for the RP)
Stay tuned for an announcement from Romulan, then this will make more sense.
Name: Ayki Alianéra
Age: 61 (19 years)
Species: Meqwuicka
Home stead: The Numexian Union, Aura : Numexi
Attire: A white skirt, very short, a light white t-shirt and a blue collar around my neck, there is a blue stripe on the button of the skirt, looks very posh too
Weapons: None as of the start
Refernce: If you want to know what a Meqwuicka looks like, here is a link: http://www.anvifox.dk/cida/
Gender: Female
Height: 1,61 Meters
Bio:
Once a great biochemist, i am unable to leave the world of science behind, as i leave my planet as well, in search of knowledge and power, all i want is to help the people of the galaxy, i have great medical skills and a doctors in chemical biology at the finest university on Numexi. Known to be a nice and kind creature of the Meqwuicka, i want to expand my knowledge and my ability to help people, i set up with my parents, getting a one man ship together for my travels with food and water for a cobble months as i set off into the unknown, for far too grand of a journey. Having never really been away from Numexi it is mostly a first time collision with intergalactic culture as i take it all in with a smile.
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**The days have gone by, running low on food, the next planet i see is my destination. i write my daily log and set off my sleeping quarters, i like to manually fly whenever i can, this part of space seems quiet, and distant, i can set up here to prepare for my next landing, my ship is 19 meters long and 8 tall, it has very curved corners and round windows, that can look flush and fluent to the side of the vehicle. it flies using no thrusters. as it glides through the space silently i wonder when next i will land**
Ayki: Another day another 400.000 kilometers, a little tops on the end but not too shabby. I will run out of power with this speed and hasteful consumption i only have around 40 mega watts left and there is no sun to recharge with. This will be tough.
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*Effective immediately*
The Subtropical world of Numexi has become available. Details are as follows:
Numexi
Subtropical Planet. Home world of the Meqwuicka. Ruled by the Numexian Union, protected by the Numexian Starfleet. Located in uncharted solar system beyond UIA space. Capital City Aura.
Taliaka, if you want any of that changed, let me know. Had to make some of it up because I forgot to ask and the hour's getting a bit late here.
*End Announcement*
*** Undharted Space ***
Unexpected to Ayki, a vessel with a Triangular hull appeared from the other side of an asteroid:
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The vessel's weapons and shields were not powered, but it evidently took notice of Ayki's vessel and sent a hailing signal, then waited for a response.
*** Iconia Orbit ***
Durok crossed his arms. "Because I knew the commander of this particular vessel. Another member of the House of Pegh, and the husband of my daughter. He was a very meticulous man, even by our standards. He didn't make mistakes common of a ship missing due to user error. On top of that, we intercepted this transmission shortly after the ship vanished..." He nodded to one of his crewmen, who played a transmission badly garbled by static:
"Ad... Fayaar, the... sel has b... en, per you... ders. We are.... to the Val... Dark Lords... Tomb of... Korriban. We will... has been breach..." The transmission ended after that.
"Confused?" Durok asked. "I'd be surprised if you weren't."
*** Mol'Rihan, New Romulus ***
The Romulan Mercs looked to each other, then to the Gunslinger. "I don't see why not," the ringleader said. "Maybe you can show my boys here a thing or two. What're you packing?"
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"Of course," Malgus responded, approaching the doctor. "How can I help?"
*** The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface ***
At this point, the roar of the Ion Engines was evident, and if the Swordsman would look up, he'd see a wing of fast, maneuverable Supremacy-class Mk VI Interceptors approaching the situation.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"You're telling me," Jacqueline agreed. "Dusk, you find anything on your end?"
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle was about to respond when a young Dragonarian girl's hand could be seen reaching up. "Is that auntie Tigress? Can I say hi?" Kira asked as Anna was seen approaching from behind.
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's home ***
"Then let's go - we don't have a moment to lose," Roc said.
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's Mansion, Master bedroom ***
Markus was already starting to get up and start dressing. "I can feel it in my gut, hon... something's wrong."
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*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Things appear to be in order here, I'll leave you all alone I've got a date with my wonderful girlfriend back home, enjoy and I wish you all luck." The captian of the Virtuous said the destroyer's engines burning brighter as a portal opened in front of the ship, the ship entered the portal along with it's Defiant escorts which entered their own portals. With the ships fully inside the portals the portals collapsed and they were gone, no longer in the normal dimension, traveling through Subspace....
***Sol's bar &grill Dragon'taan****
Amie's fur began to stand on end, she pulled Shiloe closer, "Drake what's going on something, feels.... weird." She almost whined kissing shiloe on the head, more to comfort herself than the little vixen who was oddly enjoying her time, reading over the menu which she did not even know how to read just yet.
--Backstage--
"So you interested in joining the band for a few songs?" Kylie asked, Anne.
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's home ***
"Meet me outside when the download is done, Roc I'm gonna meet with the counter- strike squad." Alex explained running outside.
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's Mansion, Master bedroom ***
"Is the force telling you anything about what's going to happen?" Krystal asked getting redressed into her combat uniform grabbing her armor from a nearby locker. "It doesn't feel good, I'm just glad the girls are home I don't think it's gonna happen inside Draco city.
*** Green hills , merchant ship crash site ***
"Landing zone?" HA ha ha, your funny human." Kyva laughed, though still keeping his guard up. suddenly the air around the group began to blow away as if a localized small tornado had suddenly droped on the group, an odd distortion flying closer to the group above them once it got about 50-40 feet above them the odd distortion faded revealing a Phantom dropship. "And our ride is here you first humans, i think you are more fragile than I, best get you out of her before that 'preadator' attacks."
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*** Leaving Sol III Orbit ***
What a mess. At least everything was already being cleaned up. Weaver wouldn't be surprised if the scrap was funded back into a reprisal fleet. He carefully navigated through the battlefield until he was clear to jump. Onwards!
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Dusk was silent for a moment, before replying, "Yeah... I have no idea about what you are talking about. I'm just going to go ahead and make the assumption that this is bad."
He then make a quick reply to Jacky, "If you somehow missed the brief laser show and my threat I broadcasted to the entire area, then yes I found something - yet another cloaked ship." How many of these cloaked ships were there?
With the drone team, the seven had discovered the blackbox. The science drone approached and began to interface with it, trying to retrieve a list of events on the ship. The first move was to establish a timeline. Afterwards, they would try to figure out why the events happened.
Dusk mused to himself, noticing the portals open and then close. The message of a girlfriend sounded more like an excuse rather than a legitimate reason. They probably got tired of waiting around instead of doing anything. He guessed they weren't here to scrap ships or solve mysteries.
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital*
“I just need to get this poor soul into the tank. Be gentle, I didn’t really have any anesthetic.”
As Grett supported his patient, several Mongdrigans in their combat-variant tiberium field suits stormed into the hospital. The insignia on their shoulders, once the silhouette of the previous Great Leader, now bore the symbol of Malgus’s new Sith Empire.
“Lord Malgus! Vestraad’s vessel is stranded in the wastes. They’ve been surrounded by mutants. Vestraad’s crew are holding fire, and wish for your input my Lord.”
*The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface*
Vestraad’s second in command joined the defensive line at the entry ramp, whispering to his captain, who whispered to Ashoka.
“Lord Malgus knows of our predicament now. We’re awaiting his orders.”
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**SOCM: An incomming DV signal is transmitting shall i relate its contents?**
Ayki: Yes SOCM, please do **looks out of the window at the large vessel** SOCM?
SOCM: Yes master.
(SOCM is the ships Systems Operation Command Matrix, an AI)
Ayki: Please run a full diagnostic of the vessel to our right.
SOCM: Yes master. ... ... The vessel seams to have inferior ION infrastructure, way more weaponry of massacre destruction. I can not find it in the MISD (Meqwuicka Interstellar Ships Database)
Ayki: Alright, play back its signal.
SOCM: Yes master. **Signals plays on the holographic computer unit**
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*Iconia*
Fayam clacked his tongue. "Well, I can fill in some of the blanks, but the majority is too static to make anything out of. From what I can derive, they have been intentionally attacked, probably by those 'Dark Lords'. I guess this is where I'll be infiltrating?"
*New Romulus*
Happily, the gunslinger showed off his rifle. "This is my gun. Practically it's a very dangerous laser pointer. Silent, quick, invisible, and deadly."
Anna got out of her cycle and hopped in the building of Obisek. She expected to be awaited.
The copilot and mechanic were still talking, but had left the bar and were now walking through the streets, basically sightseeing.
*Earth*
The ferris wheel was at its lowest point again, and all the time Mary was turned into herself. Clearly the news had a harsh mental effect.
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*** IKS Dark Knight, Iconia Orbit ***
"You misunderstand. You're not infiltrating a group - you're likely infiltrating an enemy operation. They cannot know you were there, either in disguise or otherwise. That transmission mentioned Dark Lords and Korriban, which could mean anything, but I have my suspicions," Durok replied. "First thing you need to do before heading to the AO is visit a recent acquaintance of mine - a Romulan Sith by the name of Torrentus. You'll find her receptive, and she may know more than I. I'll have a copy of this transmission transmitted to your ship for her to hear, along with her current location. Once you have the info, contact me and we'll go from there."
*** Mol'Rihan, New Romulus ***
Anna would find two Reman aides waiting for her, who would show her to Obisek's office. Obisek, himself, was sitting at his desk, reading over data on his computer. Looking up, he would greet Anna, "Ah, good, you're here. I'm told you were the one to get this data back to us?"
The Romulan Mercenaries inspected the Gunslinger's weapon. "Not bad," the ringleader complimented. "But will it hold up to the Disruptors we typically carry?"
*** Carnival grounds, Earth ***
Amy and Jason sat on either side of Mary, sensing her discomfort. They didn't know what to say to make her feel better.
*** Undharted Space ***
The hailing signal would be little more than a basic request for identification and intent; merely a "who are you and what are you doing all the way out here?" The vessel also identified itself as the Star Destroyer Tornado.
Unbeknownst to at least the Star Destroyer, there were intermittent tachyon emissions just off it's starboard side.
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"The Force could possibly help in that regard - may I?" Malgus asked, intent clearly to use the Force to gently lift the patient into the Kolto Tank. When the troops reported the situation with the Craat, Malgus calmly turned to them. "While I was not aware of this, I sense that it has already been acted on - likely by my XO aboard the Draconis Furiam. Gather what engineers you can; I will have drop ships fly you to the Craat to repair it and get it here."
*** The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface ***
The Interceoptors struck before Ahsoka could speak, firing their laser cannons at the Swordsman and his cohort. The lasers, while originally designed for anti-starfighter combat, were just as effective against ground targets like troops; and there were at least a dozen of the interceptors.
"Somehow, I think he or someone on his command staff already knew," Ahsoka commented.
*** Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
The Harrower-IV Battleship Lord Praven ( https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/c/c2/Praven.png/revision/latest?cb=20150714013956 (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/c/c2/Praven.png/revision/latest?cb=20150714013956) )commanded stuck out like a sore thumb in orbit of the home world of the Dragon Federation... but no more so than the other reproduced, refurbished, or reverse-engineered-and-then-redesigned starships the Dragons had. As an emissary of the Dragon'taan Coalition, Praven had been sent here to establish diplomatic ties to the Dragons. It had been slow going, but Praven had made great strides. A good thing, with current climate the way it was. Even so, he felt he was soon to be needed elsewhere.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"What about that Corvette you were looking into? Anything there?" Jacqueline asked.
The drones would find in the blackbox a record of the Corvette's activity, uneventful until the records of the events of the graveyard they now were in. It participated as a strike vessel, attacking the Cardassian ships in the area, when another unidentified ship ( https://pm1.narvii.com/6559/1d4e338691edeeae31fe26e2f66dab68132d3373_hq.jpg (https://pm1.narvii.com/6559/1d4e338691edeeae31fe26e2f66dab68132d3373_hq.jpg) ) arrived - one bearing a sigil of an armored fist holding a dagger - and emitted a shockwave that multiple ships were caught in. The Corvette was one of them. When the shockwave hit, the crew of the vessel simply vanished and the ship was halted dead in it's tracks somehow, but the blackbox kept recording; several Federation, Klingon, Cardassian and Jem'Hadar vessels moved to engage the vessel, and managed to destroy it, but when it blew, the resulting explosion sent out another shockwave, and the ships that had been fighting it just completely vanished, as if they never were.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I sense it, too," Drake said, holding Jason close. "Something is very wrong, here..."
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's home ***
Roc waited impatiently for the download to finish, and when it did, he was quick to disconnect his device, ensure the data was safe, and head outside.
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's Mansion, Master bedroom ***
"The Force is dark - something bad is coming, fast," Markus responded, straightening out his uniform.
*** Green hills , merchant ship crash site ***
"Much obliged, Shipmaster," the captain said as he and his crew went for the Phantom. As they did, there was a massive splash in a nearby puddle, as though something big had landed in it. Electrical arcs crackled as something slowly appeared, as though the water disrupted its cloaking device as it walked.
*** Corneria Orbit ***
The Sith Covenant Forces in Corneria Orbit were getting worried. The other major powers of the galaxy hadn't responded to their taking of Corneria. Either they didn't have the manpower, or they were content to let the Sith secure their foothold here while they tended to something else, in which case, Fleet commander Torrick wondered just what that something else might be.
Possibly related to the silence of the other powers, the Sith Covenant forces had been unable to raise their forward sensor post for some time. The warning beacon hadn't been triggered, but no one there was answering hails. Either their comms were dead, or they were.
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*Iconia*
Fayam replied, "Understood. ...Can you get me back my ship first?"
*New Romulus*
Anna admitted, "Yes. We were assaulting a Tal Shiar base with the help of a Klingon force. The Tal Shiar had their hands full at the Klingon, leaving them open to a hack. This is where my copilot penetrated their digital defence and stole everything they had to offer. It didn't even fit in the onboard computer of Faith. We transferred it all to D'tan, who informed me recently you were also going over the data. So, here I am."
The gunsling pointed out, "You may have a heavier and stronger weapon, but is it as accurate and fast? I mean, no creature can outrun light."
*Earth*
Mary got off the ride, and she broke. She dropped to her knees, her face in tears.
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**Uncharted space (Meqwuicka: Q17J)**
Ayki: Alright, a ship much bigger than me with inferior tech reserves and way more... bang for the fruit in terms of weaponry. What are you doing out here? "I talk to myself and looking around the bridge"
SOCM: Cause of action master?
Ayki: Identify with our real data and see what happens
SOCM: Yes master.
**We return the signal stating who we are
"Ship-ID: SHG1214A of Meqwuicka origin"
"Destination: Unknown"
"Pilot: Dr. Ayki Alianéra of the Numexian science devision"
"Added message from pilot: You better show you are on my side, i don't like the look of those weapons, i quickly ran a scan of your ship, and i am surprised i have never heard of its kind."
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm afraid for the kids, Drake, maybe we should head home..." Amie replied still a bit of a whine in her voice
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's Front Yard. ***
By the time Roc had gotten outside Alex was already speaking with a group of mixed DMC/NCC soildiers in particalar 3 stood out Black and white she-wolves with sniper rifles and what appeared to be a giant pink and brown bull, holding a giant gun of some sort though the large pink tail sticking out of what appeared to be armor that made the figure look like a feminine Baron of Hell (https://i.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/original/001/336/330/0ea.png) suggested it was a large pink furred Wolf in the armor, that somehow made her look like a Demon, there were a few more to the squad, but those three seemed to stand out
"We have no idea what is going to happen so I want everyone in full gear, and hazard mode engaged there's no telling what the senator has planned we might even need to call in rescue teams." Alex said giving a briefing...
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's Mansion, Master bedroom ***
"You think we'll be needed?" Krystal asked zlipping up her jumpsuit. "I sense something else though, a friendly, yet hidden presence." the blue vixen added.
*** Outer city, New Cairo city, secret location ***
"You know the plan, you must acitvate the nuke hidden in the abandoned factory after it blows our forces will slowly move in as the explosion dissapates everyone will be in radiation gear as we need as many men as possilbe rmember our ultimate goal is to take Draco city and the captiol and hopefully General Indari and his family, Kathrine Steiner has, given us a full battalion of mechs they should make quick work of anything not bigger than a 10 story building they will be supporting you, and rember the master is whatching, kill all non-humans in your path and take prisioner any humans who resist." Senator Blosia explained to the commanders of his attack squad.
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital*
As Malgus reached out with the Force, a strange sensation would wash over him. Like the Force was being pulled from him, being pulled into a void. The patient didn’t seem to be affected by the Force.
The soldier saluted.
“Your will be done, Lord Malgus.” The troopers quickly shuffled out, calling out for engineers on their radios.
*The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface*
As the starships struck, pounding the ground with blaster fire, the surviving mutants scattered, attempting to take cover behind larger tiberium clusters and the odd boulder. They opened fire on the Craat, the twenty millimeter shells sparking off its hull.
Vestraad and his crew returned fire, but couldn’t really see for the dust kicked up by the air support.
The swordsman, however, simply dodged around the bolts, his movements faster than normal.
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*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
When the sensation hit Malgus, and he saw the patient was unaffected, he stopped immediately and moved to assist with his hands, and not the Force. Clearly, the Mongdrigans were not affected by the Force - a disturbing discovery, but a potentially great one, as well - they could likely go toe-to-toe with a force-user and possibly win. Interesting, and it may prove useful should the rumored "Sith Covenant" ever land on Mongdrigo. Regardless, Malgus would help the doctor get the patient to a Kolto Tank, try and fit the breathing apparatus on his face, then shut him in there to let the tank fill.
"This should heal him up. But at some point, I'll need to send traders to Thyferra to get hands on this... 'Bacta' stuff," Malgus told the Doctor.
*** The Craat, Mongdrigo Surface ***
But Ahsoka was faster, moving with blazing speed to engage the Swordsman, her lightsabers a blinding lightshow of speed and finesse. A Sith Drop Ship would land soon after, and troops would rush off to engage the enemies with the rifles.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Agreed," Drake said, slapping a tip down on the table and picking Jason up.
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's Front Yard. ***
Roc waited impatiently for Alex to finish, feeling time was wasting.
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's Mansion, Master bedroom ***
"Needed or not, we are one of Dragon'taan's allies, and we should give aid where possible," Markus said, finishing straightening out his armored uniform.
*** Uncharted space (Meqwuicka: Q17J) ***
The Star Destroyer opened a comm signal, and a male voice with a deep, British accent spoke, "This is the Star Destroyer Tornado - you can relax, we're not here to harm you. We were on patrol out here when we detected your ship. Not many people stray this close to Dromund Kaas, these days."
As the Captain spoke, those odd Tachyon emissions seemed to get closer to his ship.
*** IKS Dark Knight, Iconia Orbit ***
"Of course," Durok said. "We will send you back as soon as we are done here. Unless you have any questions, I will have the crewmen escort you back to the Transporter Room."
(Give me some time, Anna, to remember what it was Obisek wanted to speak to Anna about. Last night was not good for my memory.)
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy knelt down before Mary, and offered to let her cry on her shoulder. She knew her pain. She'd lost the same before.
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*** IKS Dark Knight, Iconia Orbit ***
"Of course," Durok said. "We will send you back as soon as we are done here. Unless you have any questions, I will have the crewmen escort you back to the Transporter Room."
(Give me some time, Anna, to remember what it was Obisek wanted to speak to Anna about. Last night was not good for my memory.)
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy knelt down before Mary, and offered to let her cry on her shoulder. She knew her pain. She'd lost the same before.
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(Hint: Tal Shiar.)
*Iconia*
Fayam asked, "Two things. What makes this mission so sensitive, actually? Also, can you tell me among
who I'll be infiltrating?"
*Earth*
Mary clasped Amy tightly, just letting the tears run. After a minute or so, she calmed down again. Then, she apologised. "Sorry. I just... just... I feel like losing a close friend. Well, at least it's better off than what I heard from Alderaan."
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*** Green hills , merchant ship crash site ***
Kyva pulled out dual Plasma rifles one a red color he soon vanished activating his armors Active camo "We shall face each other on equal ground predator." The Sangheili growled firing the red plasma rifle at the creature stepping though a puddle giving the humans time to rise up the gravity lift into the phantom...
---Krystal's mansion---
"Something tells me we're gonna need a lot of firepower, care to see my new protomech?" Krystal asked, grabbing a bottle of something from her locker. "I'll call the Dire Wolves and meet with them outside the city."
** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Amie grabbed Shiloe and followed Drake.
---- Cardassia Prime Orbit ---
Three portals opened just outside of geosync orbit of Cardassia Prime, out coming the three Cerinian ships that had just lef the debri field.....
"Argus, Scan for 'Foxy's' ship." Said the captain his eyes glowing yellow.
A yellow Dragon appeard on the command holotable "Attempting to locate the UACS Unseen Assailant but I don't think she's gonna be on board yo know her she wouldn't have her ship in orbit of a planet like this without a reason to be planet side.
"Thank you Argus I know the details...." Kayle the navy blue Fox grumbled shaking his white tiger striped tail a little. "And who keeps putting salt on my tail?"
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*** Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
The Endeavor jumped into the sector. Weaver wasn't sure if this planet was going to be as dramatic as Sol III. There was a huge ship in orbit, but compared to the several fleets at Sol III, this didn't seem too far fetched. He opened comms, searching for a public signal.
"Uh... this is the Endeavor, requesting docking. I was told to look for a Lord Praven?" Now that Weaver thought about it, the name seemed awfully familiar. Maybe he heard it somewhere, and simply forgot about it until now.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Oh hell... you aren't going to like this. I found out what happened. Some large ship with an insignia, a fist holding a dagger, came into this area. It emitted some kind of wave that just made the crew vanished. Worst case scenario, the crew vaporized. Best case scenario is that the crew were abducted... before blowing up on the ship," Dusk paused, thinking for a moment, "tell me if you see a ship with that symbol. If so, I want out of here. No way am I going up against that thing."
The drones stood by, waiting for more orders. Until then, the science drone would keep digging for any other useful info.
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**Uncharted Space Meqwuicka: Q17J**
Ayki stood for a while and tried her best to think of something not sub to say on first contact, they might now even know what a Meqwuicka is
"This is Ayki Alianéra speaking, chief biologist of the Meqwuicka university of Aura, well if you didn't arrive in a battle cruiser i'd be more inclined to lower my guard" She said with a sweet young and light voice, smiling a bit as it was meant as a complete throw back joke. "To what do i make the honor" She said, arms crossed and smiling just a bit, her wings unfolded a little, unfolded they kind of resemble a moth
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*** Uncharted Space Meqwuicka: Q17J ***
"We almost mistook your ship for a raider ship," the commander of the Tornado responded. "We'd heard reports that Klingon Raiders from the house of Duras had been operating here; you're lucky it was us who found you - Klingons from Duras aren't known for hospitality. Indeed, they'd sooner kill you and take what you have than talk to you. Still... it's odd they're active out here, in what was once the territory of the old Sith Empire." The commander paused, then asked, seemingly oblivious to the tachyon emissions closing on his ship. "You haven't bumped into them, have you?"
*** Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
Moments before the newcomer arrived, he'd gotten word that Relluis - a former-apprentice - had sent someone his way. This must be him. Praven's ship - the Gauntlet - hailed the Endeavor. "Starship Endeavor, this is Lord Praven. Am I correct in assuming you are Weaver, the one who delivered that holocron to Lord Rellius?"
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Ive gone through this shipyard top to bottom, and that symbol hasn't appeared anywhere. Wonder what it is, though..." There was a pause in Jacqueline's speech, before she told Dusk, "Been getting some odd references to a location called the 'Treasure System'. Anything like that appearing on your end?"
*** Green hills , merchant ship crash site ***
It wasn't exactly equal ground, as the Predator's cloaking device was short-circuited by the water. However, his weapons worked fine, and a plasma caster discharged, aimed at Kyva.
*** Krystal's mansion ***
"I'll rally the Coalition Defense Forces," Markus said, heading for the door.
*** Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
The Unseen Assailant ( https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kV83um-T6-M/maxresdefault.jpg (https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kV83um-T6-M/maxresdefault.jpg) ) would be sitting above Cardassia Prime in plain view. The onboard AI - Orlen - would inform Argus that Saraabi was currently planetside with the Cardassian delegation, and was not to be disturbed under any circumstances. However, he was welcome to wait aboard the Unseen Assailant for her when she returned.
*** IKS Dark Knight, Iconia Orbit ***
Durok sighed, then explained, "First: No one outside of House Pegh and the KDF High Command knows the ship is missing. If word ever got out the ship - the Terror Wing - was hijacked, it would encourage other such operations against Klingon ships, and we'd rather avoid that. Second: The ship was carrying some very sensitive cargo that was to be delivered to a contact in UIA turf - things that were intended for the Jedi there. If you can, I'd like you to confirm that the cargo remains untouched, or at least intact. Third, and most personally: The commander of the ship is a good friend of mine, and an adopted member of House Pegh. She's not Klingon, nor is she a member of any of the races of the Klingon Empire - she is, in fact, a Arcanine Pokemorph, is how she introduced herself. You'd like her - and she's served House Pegh admirably for years. If she yet lives, I'd like you to ensure she stays that way. After everything she's been through, she deserves a better fate than this. Clear?"
*** New Romulus ***
"I'll get to the point then," Obisek said. "I don't know how long it's gonna take to construct your ship, but while it's constructing, I was hoping to employ you - and you alone - in an important task. See, these files detail parts of a Tal Shiar plot, and from what I've been able to piece together, they have agents here on New Romulus, and access to a Thalaron Bomb. Are you familiar with Thalaron Weaponry?"
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"Believe me, I know what that's like," Amy told Mary, helping her to her feet. "Jason and I both know what it's like to lose a friend and a home."
"We've lost both before - and at the same time," Jason added. "It's never easy. But take heart - your home may yet be undamaged, and we already told you of the operation underway to liberate Corneria."
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*** Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
---Virtuous Bridge---
"Prepare for my arrival then, and I will interrupt MY GIRL whenever I Want, you piece of scrap metal! And anyone who has a problem with it...." Kayle stopped almost at the end of his 'rant' growling over the comm, walking off to his personal fighter, stopping as he was about to climb into the cockpit letting out a sigh "If it was that important." he grumbled under his breath climing into the Perseus fighter and taking off out of the destroyers bay, nearing the Unseen Assailant, within a few seconds later. "This is Captain Kaylee of the NCC, Virtuous requesting permission to board the Unseen Assailant." the navy Blue fox almost growled still a bit mad at the Ai.
*** Green hills , merchant ship crash site ***
Kyva dodged the first shot from the predator, though the heat from the energy flickered his shield, the blue colored halo flaring, just before he returned fire with a well aimed burst of his plasma rifle, firing off about 5-6 shots.
*** Krystal's mansion ***
"I'll see you outside in my Procyon." Krystal said dialing the emergency number for the Battlmech squadron, letting them know,before she headed out a sort of secret door in her room to a huge underground mechbay contiaining a few mechs. she walked up to the coyote or dog like Procyon (https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Procyon_(ProtoMech)) Protomech and took off her jumpsuit getting down to just her undergarments grabbing the jar of odd gel she had picked up earlier, the protomech's body opened up and she stepped inside....
--- Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's Front Yard. ---
Alex, finsihed turned around an Walked up to Roc "We'll have Mech support soon i hear, need anything before we head out?" the Dark Blue she-vixen asked.
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*** Uncharted Space Meqwuicka Q17J***
Ayki stood for a second not having any idea what the commander was talking about and smiles before replying "What are those? I am more than capable to fight a cobble raiders, i might look like a cout vessel but our tech is far superior to most factions and planets in the galaxy" Ayki replied "I am on my way to Q50J, we know a LD signature shows life on a planet who has been referred to as Earth, we have been listening to from reaching broadcasts from a crude civilization on the planet, we aren't ready to establish contact with a civilization such as those but no life really exists in our own galaxy, so breaching out is a necessity. I doubt any other species than our own has ever heard of us, we are an advanced species with tech beyond most planets in the universe who mainly resides in our own pocket of uncharted space called Q1 by our interstellar measures, who are you?" She asks quizzically, the ship computer then quickly breaks in the conversation "Master, i have detected an unknown life form coming our way, 17.2 degrees north of Interstellar space, what is your orders mrs?" Ayki stood a little before replying "Do nothing as if yet..."
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Grett’s eyes went wide, as the patient’s incisions began to heal rather quickly.
“This stuff...what is it? Protein solution?”
*Starship battleground, Mongdrigo*
As Ashoka’s sabers made contact with the tiberium blade, instead of passing through the metal, the blades clashed. The swordsman backed away, fighting defensively.
Volleys of rifle fire were exchanged between the two sides, but everyone did their best to not fire towards the saber/sword melee.
The mutants, with the Sith soldiers joining the fray, began backing away. Once their losses counted about six, the mutants simply raised their misshapen paws and started to walk away.
Vestraad could be heard shouting for a ceasefire, and the Mongdrigans quickly halted the Sith soldiers. Medical supports quickly began helping the wounded mutants, helping them to their feet.
The swordsman, however, continued fighting. Mongdrigans began following the melee, some preparing medical supplies.
“Mongdrigan custom,” one Mongdrigan said to a nearby Sith officer. “Dead bodies help no one. We might have different ideals, but we have to help each other when it comes down to it.”
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*Iconia*
Fayam summed it up. "So the mission, cut short, would be infiltrate, make sure the cargo remains intact, keep the commander of the ship alive and let nobody else find out. Ok, got it. Then, let's do this."
*New Romulus*
Anna mumbled a few times, "Thalaron... Thalaron... Errrm... Nope, sorry. Can't say it rings a bell. Then again... why'd you want to employ just me? Without my crew? They're as essential to Faith as I am."
The gunslinger was taunting the Romulan now. "You got big bad weapons, but can they hit the broad side of a barn? They definitely don't look like they have sniper levels of accuracy."
Tired of the city, the mechanic and copilot returned to Faith and found Anna gone. She left a note saying where she was, as was her habit. "Off to Admiral Obisek. Coordinates in computer. Not sure when back. Anna." The mechanic asked, "Should we go too?" The copilot scratched his chin. "Hard to say. However, now we're off duty for a bit, I'm inclined not to." "Yeah, let's relax."
*Earth*
Mary recollected herself. "You're right. I can always hope. Additionally, my holiday was very well timed, so I can avoid getting in a battle. I should say I'm lucky!"
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*** Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"Yes sir. I was told there was another assignment or something here that I could help with." Weaver wasn't sure what awaited him, but he never could have expected to come this far.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Oh good. A bunch of dead people chasing something called the 'Treasure System.' I can't think of anything bad happening there," Dusk said in a sarcastic tone, "I'll have my drones poke around for more data then."
Dusk then switched his communications back to the Klingon ship, "Do you know anything about an insignia with a fist holding a dagger? Some ship with that symbol came here and created a large chunk of this graveyard with some kind of vaporization shockwave. All the crew just vanished with that..."
Meanwhile, the drones held position, but the science drone began searching for any kind of data in the area that would relate to the crew's mission, or more specifically, a "treasure" system. Dusk didn't really expect to find anything, nor did he want to. A lot of people throughout history lost their lives searching for ancient relics that turned out to be just giant hoaxes, or worse, a terrifying truth that killed the explorers. If there was a treasure system, then that dagger ship had something to do with it...
Was this paranoia, or intuition?
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*** Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"Another assignment...?" Praven spoke. He paused, then recollected. "Ah, yes. You'll want to bring your vessel aboard my ship - I can assure you, the upper fore-hangar is large enough to accommodate it; I would prefer to brief you personally."
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"That... sounds like the Heralds of the Treasure System," K'Vek told Dusk. "Would you like me to explain this in detail?"
*** IKS Dark Knight, Iconia Orbit ***
"Yes. And I would strongly advise you check in with Lord Torrentus. She may have more information for you, and may know where the Terror Wing has gone. Again, I've transmitted a copy of the transmission we intercepted to your ship's computer. Show it to her, see what she makes of it," Durok responded. "As for where Torrentus is... her stronghold is in the Torrent system, inside the Sherwood Nebula, just beyond UIA turf. I'll have coordinates loaded to your ship, too. Just follow the nav trajectory. When you're ready, we'll send you back to your ship, and we'll drop the cloaking field so you can get going. Again, I stress - this must be kept quiet. No one outside of us and Torrentus can know of this operation or that the Terror Wing was hijacked. Once you have the ship back in our hands, get that ship and its cargo to the UIA contact over Coruscant. If he asks, tell him you were delayed. Once that's done, I'll contact you."
*** New Romulus ***
"If you want to involve your crew in this, that's your choice; you're not exactly a part of the Romulan Republic, so you are under no obligation to follow our orders exactly to the letter," Obisek told Anna. He paused, then added, "But believe me, your entire crew looking into this matter with you would be too likely to attract the Tal Shiar's attention and blow the operation. If anything, I would prefer just one person look into this, make them seem like they're an Independent Contractor looking for work. You'd be able to pull that off better than anyone I have available."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"That's the spirit," Amy said with a smile. "Now... where to next...?"
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"As I said, it's Kolto," Malgus told Grett. "It's a powerful healing solution where I'm from. But if what I hear is true, if you think this is powerful... wait until we get our hands on Bacta. Regardless, Kolto is mined on Manaan, the Selkath home world. Not a bad place, actually - I hear they've opened another oceanic platform as a vacation getaway."
*** Starship battleground, Mongdrigo ***
Seeing as she'd put the swordsman on the defensive, Ahsoka pressed her advantage, and utilized Ataru form, which used agility, speed, and force-assisted acrobatics to appear as a blur as she repeatedly struck at the swordsman.
"We aren't gonna stop you from your customs, sir," the Sith officer responded. "Any way we can help?"
(And yes, Ray, I get that Mongdrigans aren't affected by the Force. But in Ataru Form, Ahsoka isn't using the Force on them, but rather herself.)
*** Uncharted Space Meqwuicka Q17J ***
"If it's Earth you're looking for, you're in the wrong area of the galaxy," the commander of the Tornado. "I'll send coordinates so you don't get lost, though--" he paused when he heard the AI speak. Then, one of his subordinates shouted,
"Commander! Two Tachyon Emissions - one off our starboard side, the other dead astern to that vessel!"
Both of those Tachyon emissions then morphed to energy surges as two vessels de-cloaked; one was a Klingon Vor'cha-class Attack Cruiser, off the Tornado's Starboard side; the other was a B'rel-class Bird-of-Prey, directly behind Ayki's ship. The Tornado immediately went shields up and weapons hot the second these ships appeared.
*** Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"Copy, Captain, you are cleared for boarding," Orlen responded to Kayle.
*** Green hills , merchant ship crash site ***
For a creature as large as it was, the Predator moved rather quickly to avoid the plasma shots, and fired another of his own.
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's Front Yard ***
"No time," Roc told Alex. "My gut tells me we need to move now."
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*** Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
Kayle flew his fighter into the docking bays of the Unseen Assailant. getting out and headed for the bridge and then the captain's quaters, somehow able to get inside there he waited on the bed...... something hidden under the covers.
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city, Senator Blosia's Front Yard ***
"Whatever you say." Alex replied with a shrug. "MOVE OUT!" she said to the group who followed her to the edge of the city.
*** New Cerinia Spaceport, Conqueror dropship.---
Krstal directed the loading of the Conquistador (https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Conquistador) class dropship that was headed towards Dragon'taan with most of the Dire Wolves first division of battlemechs and mechwariors.
---Green hills merchant ship crash site---
"Your weapon is too slow!" Kyva called out, dodging the shot and charging the Predator and when close enough attempting to slam his plasma rifle into the alien being...
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*** Uncharted Space M:Q17J***
Ayki looked to the other end of her ship as the attack vessel was much bigger than hers and she didn't waste a second shouting "Computer, hide and seek" The computer replied "Yes master" and the vessel cloaks itself to be completely invisible, to the point where radar and scar equipment couldn't see it either as it was never there, her ships has no weapons, so scared and panicked she went into the freight segment and grabbed some Nitrinium ore from a cobble boxes and goes to work in a haste
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital*
“I must admit,” Grett sighed, defeated. “I’ve never heard of these places. If I had this stuff earlier, years earlier, I could’ve saved more people.”
*Starship battleground, Mongdrigo Surface*
Raising a tiberium-dust coated paw, the swordsman actually stopped Ashoka’s lightsaber, due to tiberium’s latent vibration and energy content. He parried away one of the lightsabers, and thrusted forward in a very risky gambit.
The Mongdrigan shook his head. “No, they’ve had, and gotten, enough. It’s an unspoken law; help the wounded with drying up one’s supplies. As for this,” he motioned to the duelists. “We have to let it run it’s course.”
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*Iconia*
Fayam said, "Well, then let's get this in motion. Get me back to my ship, and I'll go from there."
*New Romulus*
Anna responded, "Fair enough... Then, please elaborate on your plan. I'll make an educated guess, though: you want to have this bomb deactivated, don't you?"
The gunslinger kept mocking the Romulan, but when he lost their interest, he growled and went in alone.
The mechanic and copilot laid a card in the small kitchen doubling as dining room. The copilot easily outwitted the mechanic time and time again. Eventually, the mechanic gave up because the continued losses bored him. Fortunately, they didn't play for money, since Anna strictly forbad this.
*Earth*
Mary looked around. She nodded towards some classic bumpercars. She admitted, "Those. They may seem childish to some, but I couldn't care less about other's opinions."
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*** Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"Got it. Heading in to dock," Weaver replied, before just doing that. Once again, he donned his suit, and proceeded to exit his ship once he was safely docked.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Sure I guess," Dusk replied, "I've got nothing but bad feelings about this though."
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*** Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
When Weaver exited his ship, he would find two soldiers dressed in Sith Armor ( http://i.imgur.com/k3WLjye.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/k3WLjye.jpg) ) but bearing the logo of the DMC approaching him. The one with Sergeant Stripes spoke, "Ambassador Praven wishes to speak with you. Please follow us." Assuming Weaver followed, the soldiers would lead Weaver through the corridors or the ship, and directly to a room just shy of the Bridge, decorated with trappings and decorations befitting a former-Sith. And said former-Sith was standing before a window. Praven waved the soldiers away, leaving the two alone.
(I assume you still remember the pic I posted of Praven, Weaver)
Praven turned to face Weaver. "Do excuse my surroundings - I can be a bit nostalgic from time to time. No troubles on the trip over here, I hope?"
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Lieutenant K'Vek inhaled, then began, "About two decades ago, people across the galaxy started hearing a circulating rumor of a so-called 'Treasure System' - a star system filled with unimaginable treasures, pillaged by the long-dead, notorious pirate, Captain Nathaniel Argus. The Dragonarians and dragon-shifters called him 'Fal Vokun Dok'... the Shadow Hound. No one knows just how much treasure he pillaged, and his riches weren't just confined to money - ancient tech, historical artifacts, even classified technologies and devices developed by governments across the galaxy, were all targeted by Captain Argus. If the numbers were accurate, he pillaged enough ill-gotten gains to fill the vaults of four planets. And this is where things get strange: reports say this pillaging is still active, even after Captain Argus' death nearly ten years before the rumors of the Treasure system surfaced in his infamous Last Stand."
"You mentioned the Heralds of the Treasure system - what are they?" Jacqueline asked.
"That's the thing - no one knows what ship is a Herald, as they've been recorded to be any kind of ship - Star Destroyer, Klingon Bird-of-Prey, and some reports recorded them as a Romulan D'Derridex Warbird," K'Vek explained. "Regardless, it is said the Heralds are the guardians of the Treasure System, and - oddly enough - they are the ones who add to the Treasure System's already-massive wealth. It's said that before he died, Captain Argus programmed the Heralds to keep pillaging in his name, adding to the treasure system's riches. And here's the disturbing bits: First, no ship to date has ever found the treasure system, and those that claimed they have that go there never are seen again; second, when the Heralds arrive, especially at a battle zone, those ships with the technology to destroy the Heralds' ships are reportedly transported to the system by the resulting explosion... so not only have those that went looking for it never returned, but neither have those that had the misfortune to wind up there via battle."
"So... how many ships have been lost to this place?" Jacqueline queried.
K'Vek sighed. "No one knows. But nearly every government in this galaxy has been hit by these things."
*** Iconia Orbit ***
"Be careful," Durok warned. "And if you come across anything you think I'd want to know, download it and report it when you report back to me." He nodded to one of his crewmen, and Fayam would be transported back aboard his vessel, after which would appear to shimmer back into existence as the extended cloaking field was dropped, leaving Fayam to go on his way.
*** New Romulus ***
"Deactivated, yes, but more importantly, the Tal Shiar operation here, whatever it is, must be sabotaged," Obisek said. "One person - like you - would be much less likely to draw attention than several people, which would seem suspicious to them. The Tal Shiar are notoriously paranoid, especially after the death of Colonel Hakeev and the disappearance of Empress Sela."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy smiled. "Ah, the classics... but, you should know, I've never been in one of those before. Wanted to, but never got the chance."
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"Indeed," Malgus sighed. "Admittedly, what I know of half of what is what in this galaxy is second-hand information, given to me by my subordinates to bring me up to speed since my... 'absence' in galactic events."
*** Starship battleground, Mongdrigo Surface ***
Ahsoka nimbly dodged the attack, spinning and bringing her foot around, the intended attack being to put a kick across the swordsman's head, then to spin to try and land a hit on his spine.
*** Uncharted Space M:Q17J ***
The Bird-of-Prey flew over Ayki's ship and moved to engage the Star Destroyer, the latter of which firing green-colored Turbolasers at both ships. However, due to the outdated nature of the Klingon ships' weapons and systems (as they were from the House of Duras and not a part of the Klingon Empire any more) and the size difference between the Klingon ships and the Imperial Star Destroyer they so brazenly attacked, both ships were swiftly overwhelmed; the Bird-of-Prey was blown apart - the Vor'cha took severe damage and retreated into warp, but just barely. The Tornado sent an open hail to Ayki: "Unidentified ship, if you're still here, please respond; did you sustain any damage?"
*** UACS Unseen Assailant Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
The XO of the ship entered the Captain's Quarters - an Avian Kayle might recognize this as Coby, one of Saraabi's old friends - who spoke, "Captain Saraabi asked me to tell you she's gonna be a couple more hours, give or take, as she's almost finished with the Cardassian Delegation, and that you're welcome to the snacks and drinks in the fridge."
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city ***
Roc followed Alex, the feeling in his gut only getting worse. Something was wrong.
*** Green hills merchant ship crash site ***
This would turn into a bad idea, as the second Kyva would get close to the Predator, he unsheathed a pair of wrist blades and readied them, already taking one swing at the Sangheili.
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--- UACS Unseen Assailant Cardassia Prime Orbit ---
"You have no idea who I am, do you, Coby?" Kayle asked. "Don't worry I've read your file, I like to know just about everyone my 'girl' knows and speaks to, She can handle herself, but I will not hesitate to assist her if she ask, and your damn right I'm welcome to 'her' fridge... thankfully, though I brought my own stuff." he added opening up a cooler he had brought along revealing a whole two cases of Romulan Ale, pulling out a sandwich in some sort of plastic bag.
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city ***
"We're headed to the last place that the Senator was spotted something is up so we're not going to check the abandoned Factory his notes mention ,command thinks their hiding something big and dangerous there, a hazard team will attempt to check it out after a scout drone has reconed the area." Alex informed Roc as she headed towards the City's wall.
*** Green hills merchant ship crash site ***
Dropping on of his plasma rifles as he charged the Preadator, he ignited his energy sword as the being tried to swipe at him with the wrist blades, his shield flaring a little as he was a little slow to activate the sword receiving a light blow from the Preadator's blade just before his own blade activated, almost cutting off the Predators hand in the process.
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*Iconia*
The first thing Fayam did was checking his computer for the coordinates of Torrentus and entered them into the autopilot. The ship blasted away on warpspeed.
*New Romulus*
Anna noted, "They'll be even more annoyed when they find out who sabotaged them. But please continue, what sabotage are you planning exactly?"
The gunslinger was already inside shooting. He took careful aim. When he pulled he trigger, the targets seemed to spontaneously combust on dead center. The only thing giving the gunslinger's shot away was the moderate sound of the gun.
*Earth*
Mary said with a sunny face, "Well, now's your chance! If you don't mind the youngsters." The line in front of the attraction was filling with a variety of ages.
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**Unchanrted Spcae M:Q17J**
Ayki seems oblivious to what just happened, she is not used to the fighting, the death.
"Damage?" she replied "from what? The blown apart ION based vessel? I am not a war ship i am a galactic explorer vessel! No i am good, but if we need to use our cloak engine again we will hit the low power limit and strand here" Ayki is a little mad, her only time in intergalactic space area and she is attacked by someone she has no idea who is or why is? But then again, she is a stranger to violence its simply not the Meqwuicka way, back at Aura crime rates are as low as 0.4% in a city 71 times bigger than New York
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*Starship Battleground, Mongdrigo Surface*
Ashoka’s first strike would do very little to the mutant swordsman, simply pushing him along on his trajectory.
The second blow however, showed not only how unevenly skilled the fighters were, but also exposed a very fatal side effect of tiberium mutation. The Jedi’s foot found a segment of spine whose vertebrae had completely and utterly crystallized. The sound was comparable to breaking glass, as the crystalline segments shattered under the strike.
The mutant was dead, plain and simple. The glow of tiberium infection left his eyes, as he rasped his final breath.
*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Grett’s brow furrowed. “Wait...how long were you absent? Things couldn’t have changed all that much.”
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*** Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
Weaver followed as told, soaking in his surroundings as the group proceeded into Lord Praven's room. Despite that he was a former Smith, he sure had a lot of their tapestry around.
Weaver stood up straight, "I was told that you may have another task I could do?" he asked.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Treasure planets huh? It definitely does not sound like some kind of trap," Dusk said sarcastically, "I can see why people keep dying over this," Dusk paused, "say, if ships are supposedly teleported away, why just the crew this time?"
At least part of the mystery was cleared up. There was still the question of why these Heralds even existed, and why they kept plundering treasure. Not that Dusk really wanted to exactly pursue these Heralds, or find out where the Treasure System was. If what was said was true, there there must have been a massive body count, and following corpses wasn't exactly Dusk's idea of fun.
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(Sorry for my absence!)
Meanwhilst, on Earth in Cairo...
Michen was getting quite used to this way of life now, though it was hard getting around in an human/anthro society. The feral snow leopard managed to figure out multiple things on their own. However, some things still felt... off. How did they get here, considering they remembered coming from decades past? Agent Crowley said something about crib... cra... being frozen for a period of time, which sounded a bit like an induced hibernation in a way? Why Egypt of all places? And last but not least, he had not managed to find the lab where he woke up yet. There were still many things Michen didn't understand, and he kept them in mind as he wandered around town.
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(No worries, Michen)
*** Cairo, Earth ***
Having seen the Feral around before, one of the shopkeepers greeted Michen: "Well hello there! Out for the morning walk?"
*** Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
(Weaver, that's former Sith, not Smith. Or did autocorrect do that?)
"Indeed. Currently, I am awaiting another ship to relieve me - supposedly, a colleague of a friend of mine - the colleague being DMC General K'torr, and the friend being DMC General Bellator - is coming to relieve me. When he arrives, I am off to the Peragus III Asteroid Field. Have you heard of it?"
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Well, according to rumors - and don't quote me on this - the Heralds, for the last few yars, have been abducting personnel for some sort of Cyborg experiments. No one knows why. However, the Dragon'taan Government has put out a bounty for someone to put an end to it. Currently, the bounty sits at 1.5 Million Credits, last I heard, but the longer this thing goes unabated, the higher this bounty gets. Seems fewer and fewer are willing to risk it, and those that do never return," K'Vek told Dusk.
This caught Jacqueline's attention. "How many of those people had a fleet?" she asked.
"You're asking the wrong person, lady - I have no idea what the previous hunters had at their disposal," K'Vek replied.
*** Starship Battleground, Mongdrigo Surface ***
Ahsoka extinguished her lightsabers, then looked to Vestraad. "How soon can we be airborne again?" She panted out.
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"According to historical records, I've been gone nearly 4,000 years," Malgus said with a heavy sigh. "What was four millennia for the galaxy was merely a few seconds for me when I stepped through that portal... I can still remember escaping Carbonite Imprisonment on Zakuul like it happened only days ago."
*** Uncharted Space, M:Q17J ***
"Low power..." The commander of the Tornado repeated. "... Hnh - sounds like you need a recharge - and someone to get you where you need to go, without running into Space Pirates or worse. Tell you what, I have a friend from the UNSC that works this side of the galaxy, and she was getting ready to jump home. I can have her take you to... ah, right - where were you going, again? Earth?"
*** Torrent System ***
Lord Torrentus didn't often get visitors from other factions and governments, but she wasn't so xenophobic that she outright didn't want them. So when Durok sent her a subspace message that Fayam was on his way to her, she, of course, prepped for his arrival. She may not have known the famed bounty hunter personally, but she had been following his exploits.
*** New Romulus ***
"Whatever kind of sabotage you can pull off - as long as the Tal Shiar Operation is terminated, that's good enough for me. I'm not as picky as Admiral Kararek up in the Embassy," Obisek responded.
The Romulan Mercenaries were firing alongside the Gunslinger, easily keeping pace with their Disruptor Rifles.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy and Jason both followed Mary to the bumper cars, getting enthusiastic greetings from some of the children that recognized them.
*** UACS Unseen Assailant Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"Who Admiral Saraabi dates is not my concern - but I do know of you," Coby chuckled. "I didn't think you'd remember, but we actually met once before, at that embassy dinner on New Romulus."
*** Dragon'taan, Draco city ***
"We better hurry," Roc said, his grip tightening on his weapon as the feeling in his got got worse.
*** Green hills merchant ship crash site ***
The Predator roared and went on the attack with the wrist blades, trying to stab and gut Kyva, not really understanding why he remained unscathed via energy shields.
*** Corneria Orbit ***
The Sith Covenant fleet was running scared - no one had responded to their taking of Corneria, and the Forward Observation Post was not responding to hails, despite transmitting the "all-clear" signal. The current commander of the fleet - Commander Dyrenov - suspected something was up, but was unable to convince his Sith Superior to send for reinforcements. Indeed, his superior seemed more intent on "feeling out" the situation.
So it was completely surprising when an attack fleet suddenly dropped out of warp, consisting of multiple kinds of vessels. One ship in particular stood out among the others:
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It engaged some of the smaller Sith Covenant vessels that had been near it - a pair of CRS Light Cruisers and an RCS Armored Cruiser - and decimated them. The ship seemed far more heavily-armed than was standard for that class of ship. Another ship that stood out was a Sith Terminius-class Frigate that had been reported Stolen some time ago, and had evidently been retrofitted with numerous weapon emplacements that were not standard of a ship like that. The newcomers all had one thing in common: They all were emblazoned with the logo of the DMC.
The Liberation of Corneria had begun.
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*** UACS Unseen Assailant Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"The time i whacked that Romulan Ale off of a server's tray and it happened to land cork-side down into saraabi's cup?" Kayle asked "Didn't help I was as nervous as hell, I never knew a Romulan I could trust..." Kayle replied.
*** Green hills merchant ship crash site ***
Kyva remained silent ,but attempted to block the Predators wrist blades with his energy sword, using his other hand which still held a plasma rifle to attempt a few shots at the alien being...
*** Corneria Orbit ***
About 4 captured Cornerian vessels (https://i.pinimg.com/736x/94/e4/f4/94e4f4f723f1286ca195e13fe1cbbcfd--star-fox-foxes.jpg) suddenly revealed themselves having been equipped with ship sized active camo, and began firing on the 'liberation' fleet
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*** Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
(I meant Sith. My brain sometimes like to insert letters or words where they don't belong. I didn't catch the mistake when I re-read the post. Oops.)
"I can't say I have," Weaver was never good at remembering locations or directions, "what's over there? I mean, other than asteroids." He'd ask about the mission later.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Dusk sputtered at the bounty, "Wait wait wait, 1.5 million credits? And whatever treasure they looted? If I didn't have common sense, I might actually try and go for it. I'm already cybernetic in a fashion. Still, I like the idea of not dying or becoming some kind of guinea pig... again..." The thought was tantalizing though. He'd be set for life if he didn't lose it first.
Out of pure curiosity, and because identifying the system may have its own smaller bounty, Dusk ordered the drones to start probing the current ship for any kind of information it had related to any kind of destination. Of course, that was operating under the assumption that these ships were even chasing the Treasure System, and not some poor fleet being at the wrong place at the wrong time.
Dusk spoke up again, trying to answer Jacqueline's question, "If we look at this graveyard, then this fleet was enough to fight a single Herald, albeit with a pyrrhic victory. So we can assume the rest of the hunters had this or more in order to fight off a Herald and win in order to be abducted. In short, we probably don't stand a chance... no offense."
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Grett blinked hard. “Four thousand...through a portal? Some of the data caches we’ve found describe time-manipulation, but they require so much power that it’s impractical. Interesting yarn, though.” Grett rubbed his eyes, as the lack of sleep hit him. Grett yawned, but quickly covered his mouth. “Pardon me, Lord Malgus. I’ve not slept for ah...a few days now. If your medical staff can handle the minor stuff, I ask to take my leave.”
*Starship battleground, Mongdrigo*
Vestraad made his way to Ashoka and picked up the tiberium blade. “Yes, we’ve finished the repairs. Please don’t let this bear poorly on Lord Malgus’s rule. The mutants rule themselves. We’ll be in the city within the hour.”
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*Torrentus system*
Fayam blasted into Torrentus' regional space without caring whether he was being followed or not. Or whether they would halt him or not.
*New Romulus*
Anna stroked her chin. She mentioned, "Ok... Last thing: where is the site you want me to infiltrate? I'm still without location."
The gunslinger peeked aside to check on the mercenaries' accuracy. All the while, he had been firing though targets dead center continuously. He prized himself for his flawless record.
*Earth*
Mary looked around to the crowd and mentioned, "Huh. Clearly, you come around here more often. Or did you do something heroic here?"
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen nodded to the shopkeeper. "Yeah, I like walking around before it gets hot." That wasn't a word too much. Being a snow leopard, the fur was way too thick for comfort in warm weeather.
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*** Warship Iron Dragon, Reach Orbit ***
"We're headed for Onderon," Vhikarev said. "One of my old associates is there." he looked between Wilco and Fixel. "Either of you know anything about Onderon?"
(Warship Iron Dragon, Reach Orbit)
Wilco shakes his head. "Not a lot sir..." He looks tired. Dismiss him? Y/N
(Sorry for being gone for so long...)
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*** Warship Iron Dragon, Leaving Reach Orbit ***
"Then it seems we're jumping into hell blindly..." Vhikarev commented before noting Wilco's fatigue. "You look tired, son. Use my quarters, get some rest. I will see to my ship." He looked to Fixel. "You stand fast; I need to speak with you."
*** Cairo, Earth ***
"Can't say I blame you," the shopkeeper commented. "Cairo isn't exactly a place for cool weather." He paused, then snapped his fingers and stated, "Oh! While I have it on my mind - last night, someone came looking for you - guy with weird tattoos on his face. Looked like he'd painted every vein in his head. You know anyone like that?"
*** Torrent System ***
The ships under Torrentus' command did not stop Fayam - but Torrentus' flagship hailed him, sending coordinates to meet down planetside and an approach vector.
*** New Romulus ***
"As are we. Honestly, we don't know where they're basing their operation; and they don't know we're on to them, something we aim to keep that way, hence why I want to send you in alone," Obisek said. "We do, however, know of a Tal Shiar collaborator here in Mol'Rihan - a Romulan by the name of Seklom. He works the docks as a cover, but we know he's with the Tal Shiar. We know this because we intercepted an alien mercenary heading his way. He didn't realize he was dealing with Tal Shiar, so he cooperated and gave us the identification challenge - Seklom is your ticket in to the Tal Shiar operation. He'll ask you something about a Romulan Disaster - answer him with 'The Hobus Disaster'. How you put it is up to you, but tell him that, and Seklom will get you in to the Tal Shiar Operation, or at least point you there; you'll be posing as the mercenary that was originally heading there. Any further questions?"
The Romulan Mercenaries kept pace with the gunslinger, but the leader spoke to him: "I'll admit, I'm impressed. You pack more firepower than what appears. Where you from?"
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"Well, uh..." Amy said, seeming a bit nervous.
"She saved a school bus full of kids stranded some ways from here in a fit of pain-induced, Force-powered rage," Jason explained, causing Amy to blush. "What she never gets into her head is that though she was enraged, she saved over two dozen young lives, proving once again that the Dark Side is not always inherently evil; it's how you use it."
"It was so awesome! She was swinging her lightsabers like--" a young boy said excitedly, before being shushed by his mother.
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
Malgus nodded. "Of course; I won't deprive you of sleep. Had I known earlier, I'd have let you go sooner. My medical staff will handle things here."
*** Starship battleground, Mongdrigo ***
Ahsoka nodded, breathed a deep sigh, extinguished her lightsabers, clipped them to her belt, and headed for the Craat to await arrival at the City.
(I'd advise, Ray, a runner be sent to Malgus informing him of Ahsoka's visit.)
*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"It's an asteroid field that is filled with asteroids containing very volatile - but highly useful as fuel, once refined - chemicals and oils. The asteroids also have a very high metal content, making sensor readings unreliable inside that field," Praven explained, motioning a chair to offer Weaver a seat. "It was named Peragus III because, like Peragus II - which was an asteroid field of an identical purpose, destroyed five years after the Jedi Civil War - it's an extremely dangerous field in the way that if one asteroid is ignited, the whole field will go up in one massive explosion. Anyone caught inside would be riding out on a comet trail." Praven scoffed as he sat down in a chair and sat back. "Regardless, we're headed to Peragus III to investigate why there has been no contact with the facility there. And here's why your arrival was most opportune: Your vessel is small enough that it could navigate the field far more easily than any vessel I have on hand."
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Be that as it may, a bounty like that would be a huge help, even if I had to split it with you. Doing some checking right now to see if the KDF guy's numbers are right. And if this place is real, all we'd need to do is reprogram or deactivate this... Captain Argus, whatever his name is, we'd just have to reprogram or deactivate his drone fleet, and the system is ours for the taking," Jacqueline said. "But there's complications - something must have prevented others from reporting this location back, or that place would have been picked clean by treasure hunters and scavengers by now. I have some ideas, because this kind of thing sounds familiar - something related to the Starfleet Vessel Voyager. I'll have to check. If we can find a way in, if we can put an end to this thing... would you want to be in on it? Think about it - we'd be claiming decades of treasure that no one has ever been able to claim - for me, that means salvageable ships and plundered treasures; for you, that means decades of military and civilian tech, a sizeable bounty, and whatever other treasures you can find a market for."
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"Can't say I blame ya," Coby commented. "Until the Romulan Republic came on the scene, I thought that all--" Saraabi walked through the door before Coby could finish his sentence.
"Sorry I'm late - had a mandatory meeting with the Cardassian Heads of State, and dad was busy with something else," she said. "Where have you been, Kayle? Thought you were investigating a battle graveyard for Admiral Voro?"
*** Green hills merchant ship crash site ***
The Predator took one of those shots to his shoulder, but kept on fighting, trying to cut Kyva to ribbons with his wrist blades.
*** Corneria Orbit ***
The Liberation Fleet took the hits, but remained combat-effective. The fleet advanced on the Sith Covenant positions, where they were hit with another attack - from the sides. KDF and Romulan Republic vessels de-cloaked and engaged the surprised Sith Covenant forces. Commander Dyrenov looked to his Sith Superior. "Orders, my lord?"
The fleets were more or less evenly-matched. The Sith - Lord Praxis - was calm, but his tone rang of malevolent hatred. "I have no interest in prisoners... kill them all."
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*** Warship Iron Dragon, Leaving Reach Orbit ***
"What is it you need?" Fixel asked, taking off her clone commando helmet, looking to Vhikarev.
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"Officially, yes. Unofficially I was testing some new weapon refits for Righteous class destroyers." Kayle explained "I have some good news and some bad news." The good news is The Virtuous has been assigned as a permanent part of your ships escort group, the bad news is I'll be seeing more of you, so I was kinda joking. Argus can fly the ship himself so we can spend more time together, your missions and other things allowing, of course. On the other hand I brought you a few things." The Fox added motioning to the crate beside him."Since I apparently missed your birthday, consider it a makup for missing it along witht the usual gift." he added.
*** Green hills merchant ship crash site ***
Kyva fired more shots from his plasma rifle while attempting to block the predators wrist blades with his energy sword his personal shield flaring as he got cut from the blades just a little as he had to back off, tired of this game he attemptd to stab the predator in it's chest with his energy sword, "Whoa?!" he said as his 'datapad' updated with something quiet disturbing.
****Outskirts of New Cairo,10 miles from city, abandoned Factory, outer city, Dragon'taan ****
High alert sensors would pick up a unindentified radio signal sent directly to an abandoned factory on the very edge of the outskirts of an outer city, New Cairo seconds later the building would erupt in a rather large blast ,a nuclear one, the mushroom cloud rising into the air throwing radioactive material into the outer parts of New Cairo the shock wave reaching over Draco citie's walls, the nuclear blast and resulting radiation would set off many sensor systems watching over the area.
*** Draco city ***
Alex skidded to a stop "EVERYONE ON THE GROUND NOW!!" she shouted going prone to hopefully avoid the coming shockwave from the Nuke, after the winds past she got up and looked around "Who the hell is crazy enough to set off a nuke that close to Draco city.
Meanwhile else where Amie was running home when the shockwave, although somewhat weakened by now blew into her causing her to fall, and drop Shiloe, who was more happy than scared to be flying through the air.... luckly as she fell down towards the ground a yellow armored Spartan caught the young Vixen from the air "Hello there Shiloe, seems I came just in time, Amie you okay?" she asked looking at the white vixen on the ground...
--Conqueror Dropship, Dragon'taan lower orbit.--
"Krystal to Markus do you read me?" "We'll be entering Dragon'taan's atmopshere momentarily.... sensors report a nuclear explosion in the outskirts of Draco city."
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(Warship Iron Dragon, Leaving Reach Orbit)
Wilco nods and silently walks off, staggering slightly. He reaches Vhikarevs quarters and flops onto the bed, falling asleep instantly.
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets*
As Malgus exited the hospital, the citizenry had gathered around. They sang praises, men knelt before him, women offered babies for blessing and children stared in awe at their savior.
A Mongdrigan Ranger approached Malgus, shouting over the din. “You’ve a visitor, Lord! She’s come with Vestraad, and is on her way now!”
*The Craat, Gorbis local airspace*
Vestraad sighed aloud as he sank into his padded chair, and looked to Ashoka. “Sorry about the delay. Lord Malgus should know of your arrival soon.”
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen tilted his head. Someone with many tattoos? The feral tried to remember, but the officer he met some time ago didn't seem to have those. There was nobody else they had seen with those tattoos either. "Mh, I can't say I know anyone like that... I'll keep it in mind." This whole situation was getting ever weirder, with more questions arising without any answers.
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*Torrentus system*
Fayam guided his ship to the appointed place using the approach vector, making sure to have a good first impression.
*New Romulus*
Anna thought about it, then said, "I think things should be clear. I'll head back to Faith to get my battle gear so I'll be both unrecognisable and looking like a mercenary who takes their job very seriously." After those words she raised her hand as she left.
The gunslinger grinned. "Heh. I'm a Gaian. And this thing the best laser rifle Gaia has to offer at the moment. Standard among the snipers of the GAC, actually. Well, I can't blame them. They're both invisible and -as you've seen- very deadly."
*Earth*
Mary said as a way of understanding, "Aaah. That explains a lot indeed. I'm kinda starting to wonder whether I'd also be able to pull such things off."
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**Uncharted Space M17J**
Ayki smiles a bit "Why can't i just board your ship, my ship is tiny and you probably have a hangar for it, i am not sure why i wanna go we have not really been in this part of space before" she replied "Perhaps you of all things are up for discovering a new species never seen before by your kind, or any kind"
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*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
Weaver sat down, "Oh," was his first initial response. He was silent for a moment, "so... if one asteroid gets hit the wrong way, everything goes up in flames? Hrm... I don't know. I guess it'll be fine as long as the facility didn't have any kind of weaponry on board. Er... they don't do they?"
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Dusk whistled, "Now I can clearly see why people keep chasing corpses. Hm... but I do think I know of some ways of bypassing this threat too. Ugh... but I'm sure everyone else before us said the same thing. But now that I think about it, treasure is one thing, but being the ones who took down this menace that has been harassing governments... that would also make us heroes too wouldn't it? Alright. You've sold me on this ridiculous plan. First things first however. Do we even know where to start looking?"
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*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"Oh, certainly not. This stuff explodes when hit with energy weapons. In fact, the only thing close to that allowed aboard the station are sonic charges and mining lasers. The Mining Facility is very touchy about this sort of thing. Ballistic weapons, bullets... they seem to have no effect on this stuff, however," Praven explained. "We lost contact with the facility some time ago, and the DMC has tasked me with finding out why the facility isn't answering hails. It could be a downed or damaged transmitter or communications array - but the Force tells me otherwise. Something happened at that facility. Now, ordinarily, I'd investigate this myself, but one, my personal ship is down for maintenance, and will be for a few weeks; and two, this ship isn't small enough to effectively navigate that field without causing the whole field to go supernova. I was going to request one of our Dragon friends, here, accompany me to help investigate this matter - before Rellius called. Now you're here. And you needn't worry about your pay - that'll be handled by the DMC once I explain things to them."
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Gonna have to do some digging, see what I can find," Jacqueline replied. "But I'd like it if you kept close to me and my fleet, so I don't have to go hunting for you. Regardless, we should finish up affairs here and then head for the rendezvous spot and meet up with the rest of my fleet." As she said this, a trio of Jem'Hadar Destroyers went active - a result of Jacqueline's drones restoring the ships' systems. "While we're here, I'd advise you take some of these vessels - they might come in handy, and there's plenty to choose from. If you need some extra drones or something to run them, let me know."
*** Uncharted Space M17J ***
"For one thing, my hangars are full; for another--" The commander of the Tornado began, before another ship of the same class dropped out of hyperspace. The Commander was silent to Ayki, as he would speak to the commander of the new vessel on another channel, before speaking to Ayki again. "... How convenient. I'm being relieved. Well, feel free to board my vessel - hangar's in the belly of the ship. However, as I said, my hangars are full, so I'd advise using the docking bay between the hangars, instead. I'll have tractor beams guide you in once you get close. Hop aboard, I'll get you where you aim to go."
*** Torrent System ***
When Fayam landed, he would find he had a pair of Romulan Mercenaries waiting for him, both armed with heavily-modded disruptor rifles. Neither of them looked friendly, but they would speak in a diplomatic manner: "Lord Torrentus wishes to speak with you. Please follow us."
*** New Romulus ***
Admiral Obisek continued to go over data, hoping in the corner of his mind this captain wouldn't be walking to her doom.
"Clearly," the Romulan Merc agreed. "Look, I'll be frank - my crew and I have been looking for work since our captain turned into a Tal Shiar toady. I don't suppose you know of anyone needing a mercenary group of former-marines?"
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"If your moment does come, be warned - it won't come when it's convenient for you. I didn't ask for that fight, it got forced on me," Amy warned Mary.
"She's not wrong," Jason sighed. "She and I both have had our fair share of those moments."
*** Cairo, Earth ***
As Michen would continue, a strange, tattooed man would follow some ways behind him - far enough to not easily be spotted. As he followed, he occasionally spoke quietly to something in his trench coat collar.
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets ***
Malgus gently strode through the gathered crowd. He was unwilling to remove his breath mask, lest the Mongdrigans see battle scars from a war nearly four millennia ago. When he heard the ranger, he frowned. "A visitor? Who?" he asked.
*** The Craat, Gorbis local airspace ***
"Understood," Ahsoka said. She mentally prepared herself to meet a millennia-old Sith Lord, but even she didn't truly know how Malgus would react to a Jedi. Would he be hostile? Would he try to turn her? Or, if the reports she'd been getting of him were to be believed, would he be calm and cordial?
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Leaving Reach Orbit ***
"I wanted answers: How did you know I was on Reach, and how did you find me? And why did I have visions of you while I was on Reach?" Vhikarev asked.
Ahkrinviingah would speak to Fixel: "How you answer is your choice... my advice? Do not tell him you are DMC. At the moment, it will only... anger him."
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"That right?" Saraabi asked, approaching the crate. "I hope you have more than the good stuff in there - kinda hungry right now. That meeting with the Cardassians took longer than expected."
*** Green hills merchant ship crash site ***
The Predator didn't even have a chance to scream when Kyva drove his sword through the Predator's chest - the blade cleaved his heart on two. Death was instant. The humans cheered Kyva on, having seen him defeat the creature that had plagued them since they crashed here.
*** Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
Drake managed to keep his balance when the shockwave hit and keep a good grip on little Jason, but had his eyes slammed shut when that nuke went off. No way was he gonna go blind like that. After, he went to Amie's side. "Honey, you okay?" He would try to help her up to get her and Shiloe to their jeep, trying to ignore the mushroom cloud in the distance and just get home.
Ann was facing the other way when the nuke went off, but after the bright flash, she rushed to a window and saw it. "Someone tell me I'm not the only one seeing this..." she said hoarsely.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"I saw the blast from up here, dear," Markus replied. "I strongly advise you not go in there; the radiation will be lethal. I don't know if your protomech can handle radioactivity on a scale like that."
*** Corneria Orbit ***
The battle over Corneria raged on. The Sith Covenant were hell-bent on keeping this slice of territory, while Commander Travis and his forces, working in tandem with Team Star Fox aboard a stolen Sith Frigate and Cornerian Resistance Forces now appearing everywhere, fought to liberate the Cornerian Capitol.
What neither side expected was the sudden appearance of not only a joint TEC, Advent and Vasari fleet, claiming to be from the Triple Alliance, but also a joint fleet of Dragonarian and Kemorainian ships, all coming to aid the oppressed people of Corneria.
But the Sith Covenant had surprises of their own - a reinforcement fleet that dropped in from parts unknown.
(Anyone else wanna add their own spin to the Liberation of Corneria?)
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**Uncharted space M17J**
Arki giggles a little as she sees the relevancy as a happy coincident before saying "Don't worry my ship don't take up any spots in your hangar, was talking about me, This ship is not the real thing, the shift i left in is happily placed at our moon Quatar, this is a explore vessel, i don't need it and to make sure it stays out of anyone who wanna use our tech even reverse engineer it, i make sure its blown up, Meqwuicka rules there, its a cheap thing, i will Quantum teleport to your vessel give me a moment while i find your star CDS" Ayki walks over to a console and initiates a self destruct per usual when leaving one of these behind, as she does, she Quantum teleport out of her ship and into your hangar bay, as that is the only part of the ship with enough room for a teleportation matrix, as she is there her ship implodes into itself and leaves behind no parts of its own.
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets*
“I didn’t catch her name. She’s got the same type of weapon you do, Lord. Though she carries two.” The Ranger bowed his head a moment. “They’re in a holding pattern now, waiting for a landing pad to open.”
*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Landing Pad*
The Craat touched down after a few minutes. The ship bellowed as its systems spoiled down, like a tired animal.
Vestraad stood with a groan and grabbed the intercom. “All hands; we’re home.” He then slowly made his way to the exit, limping heavily on his right leg. He stood on the ramp, awaiting Ashoka to disembark, a smile on his face.
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(I would Rom! Would it be possible for my small squad of soldiers (Warfurrs is their name, btw) to infiltrate the planet on the side of the Liberators?)
(If you want their Details (Glaz Joke there, sorry) I'd be happy to give you them.)
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*Torrentus System*
Fayam replied stern, "I expected no less. I'll be right behind you."
*New Romulus*
Anna wasn't stupid. She entered Faith and clad herself in her mechanical armour. She also picked up her sword hilt. The gunslinger and mechanic saw it all go on and asked, "What are you going to do?" She said, "I'll be infiltrating the Tal Shiar. Unfortunately, you can't come along. It would set them off." After those words, she drove off towards the docks, making sure to walk the last part so they wouldn't be able to identify her cycle. Hobus disaster, it rang in her mind.
The gunslinger thought about it for a bit before replying, "Well, my captain, Anna Steen from Faith, has plans for this colossal ship, and she will probably want some extra offensive specialists on board. How large is your group?"
*Earth*
Mary bit her lip. She scratched the back of her head before saying, "Well... ehm... you know what, never mind. I never needed it anyway."
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen, who was oblivious to the stranger following them, continued their walk around town. They looked around in the hope they might find something. Yet, with so many items being sold there wasn't anything in particular that stood out. This was pretty disappointing for the feral, who decided to turn around and go back to the hotel room he stayed at.
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*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"Oh, certainly not. This stuff explodes when hit with energy weapons. In fact, the only thing close to that allowed aboard the station are sonic charges and mining lasers. The Mining Facility is very touchy about this sort of thing. Ballistic weapons, bullets... they seem to have no effect on this stuff, however," Praven explained. "We lost contact with the facility some time ago, and the DMC has tasked me with finding out why the facility isn't answering hails. It could be a downed or damaged transmitter or communications array - but the Force tells me otherwise. Something happened at that facility. Now, ordinarily, I'd investigate this myself, but one, my personal ship is down for maintenance, and will be for a few weeks; and two, this ship isn't small enough to effectively navigate that field without causing the whole field to go supernova. I was going to request one of our Dragon friends, here, accompany me to help investigate this matter - before Rellius called. Now you're here. And you needn't worry about your pay - that'll be handled by the DMC once I explain things to them."
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Gonna have to do some digging, see what I can find," Jacqueline replied. "But I'd like it if you kept close to me and my fleet, so I don't have to go hunting for you. Regardless, we should finish up affairs here and then head for the rendezvous spot and meet up with the rest of my fleet." As she said this, a trio of Jem'Hadar Destroyers went active - a result of Jacqueline's drones restoring the ships' systems. "While we're here, I'd advise you take some of these vessels - they might come in handy, and there's plenty to choose from. If you need some extra drones or something to run them, let me know."
*** Uncharted Space M17J ***
"For one thing, my hangars are full; for another--" The commander of the Tornado began, before another ship of the same class dropped out of hyperspace. The Commander was silent to Ayki, as he would speak to the commander of the new vessel on another channel, before speaking to Ayki again. "... How convenient. I'm being relieved. Well, feel free to board my vessel - hangar's in the belly of the ship. However, as I said, my hangars are full, so I'd advise using the docking bay between the hangars, instead. I'll have tractor beams guide you in once you get close. Hop aboard, I'll get you where you aim to go."
*** Torrent System ***
When Fayam landed, he would find he had a pair of Romulan Mercenaries waiting for him, both armed with heavily-modded disruptor rifles. Neither of them looked friendly, but they would speak in a diplomatic manner: "Lord Torrentus wishes to speak with you. Please follow us."
*** New Romulus ***
Admiral Obisek continued to go over data, hoping in the corner of his mind this captain wouldn't be walking to her doom.
"Clearly," the Romulan Merc agreed. "Look, I'll be frank - my crew and I have been looking for work since our captain turned into a Tal Shiar toady. I don't suppose you know of anyone needing a mercenary group of former-marines?"
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"If your moment does come, be warned - it won't come when it's convenient for you. I didn't ask for that fight, it got forced on me," Amy warned Mary.
"She's not wrong," Jason sighed. "She and I both have had our fair share of those moments."
*** Cairo, Earth ***
As Michen would continue, a strange, tattooed man would follow some ways behind him - far enough to not easily be spotted. As he followed, he occasionally spoke quietly to something in his trench coat collar.
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets ***
Malgus gently strode through the gathered crowd. He was unwilling to remove his breath mask, lest the Mongdrigans see battle scars from a war nearly four millennia ago. When he heard the ranger, he frowned. "A visitor? Who?" he asked.
*** The Craat, Gorbis local airspace ***
"Understood," Ahsoka said. She mentally prepared herself to meet a millennia-old Sith Lord, but even she didn't truly know how Malgus would react to a Jedi. Would he be hostile? Would he try to turn her? Or, if the reports she'd been getting of him were to be believed, would he be calm and cordial?
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Leaving Reach Orbit ***
"I wanted answers: How did you know I was on Reach, and how did you find me? And why did I have visions of you while I was on Reach?" Vhikarev asked.
Ahkrinviingah would speak to Fixel: "How you answer is your choice... my advice? Do not tell him you are DMC. At the moment, it will only... anger him."
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"That right?" Saraabi asked, approaching the crate. "I hope you have more than the good stuff in there - kinda hungry right now. That meeting with the Cardassians took longer than expected."
*** Green hills merchant ship crash site ***
The Predator didn't even have a chance to scream when Kyva drove his sword through the Predator's chest - the blade cleaved his heart on two. Death was instant. The humans cheered Kyva on, having seen him defeat the creature that had plagued them since they crashed here.
*** Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
Drake managed to keep his balance when the shockwave hit and keep a good grip on little Jason, but had his eyes slammed shut when that nuke went off. No way was he gonna go blind like that. After, he went to Amie's side. "Honey, you okay?" He would try to help her up to get her and Shiloe to their jeep, trying to ignore the mushroom cloud in the distance and just get home.
Ann was facing the other way when the nuke went off, but after the bright flash, she rushed to a window and saw it. "Someone tell me I'm not the only one seeing this..." she said hoarsely.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"I saw the blast from up here, dear," Markus replied. "I strongly advise you not go in there; the radiation will be lethal. I don't know if your protomech can handle radioactivity on a scale like that."
*** Corneria Orbit ***
The battle over Corneria raged on. The Sith Covenant were hell-bent on keeping this slice of territory, while Commander Travis and his forces, working in tandem with Team Star Fox aboard a stolen Sith Frigate and Cornerian Resistance Forces now appearing everywhere, fought to liberate the Cornerian Capitol.
What neither side expected was the sudden appearance of not only a joint TEC, Advent and Vasari fleet, claiming to be from the Triple Alliance, but also a joint fleet of Dragonarian and Kemorainian ships, all coming to aid the oppressed people of Corneria.
But the Sith Covenant had surprises of their own - a reinforcement fleet that dropped in from parts unknown.
(Anyone else wanna add their own spin to the Liberation of Corneria?)
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Leaving Reach Orbit ***
"Someone calling himself,Ahkrinviingah told me to aid you." Fixel said simply.
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"pretty certain i told them to pack your favorite..." Kayle replied, trying to sneak an arm around Saraabi...."I also bought you a Dire wolf consider it a late birtday present along with the other stuff in the crate that's not food or drink." the Navy blue furred fox added,seemly more worried about what was showing up on his datapad
*** Green hills merchant ship crash site ***
"Let us not wait for another to show up." Kyva said as he walked into the gravity lift of the nearby phantom....
*** Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
Flier the yellow armored spartan looked to Amie, the vixen's eyes were blank white, she had not been facing the explosion when it went off but something was a miss... or was it Shiloe was reaching for her mother almost as if the young one was telling her to 'quit it'
"Alright fine, Shiloe i won't scare your brother or Daddy." Amie said her eyes returning to normal as she reached for Drake's hand with her own.
-- Dragont'aan low orbit, Conqueror --
"Markus, mechs and protomechs are rated to work in vacuum, i don't think radiation is gonna be a problem, but we need to access the damage, casualties and the like ,but something tells me that was just a diversion." Krystal noted, switching to the 'Dire wolves' comm channel "mission has changed, we're going to hot drop into a contaminated area, I want one mech on decontamination and the rest on high alert we're now on search and rescue as well as defence, so keep your eyes open." Krystal said as the dropship prepared them for hot drop sealing mechs and protomechs in drop pods...
---Elswhere i Draco city---
Alex's helmet was able to block out the damaging effects of the nuclear explosion "Am I the only one seeing this, did those idiots just set off a nuke ON DRAGON'TANN!?
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*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"Ah, I see. Well then there shouldn't be a problem. I'll just need to be extra careful with the facility itself," Weaver said. Considering what he saw the Force could do, it detecting even a hint of foul play probably meant some kind of hazard. Hopefully something environmental and nothing like pirates.
"I just need the coordinates and I can be on my way. Er... anything else I should be aware of?"
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"See, there's an issue with me taking ships, and why I came to scrap them and not take them," Dusk began, "While I have a lot of drones, none of them are really designed to take and operate a ship, and I can't really take your drones because of how mine are set up. See, none of them are autonomous. I have a psionic link with all of them, so they are all an extension of me rather than an independent unit. I don't have any software to take control of any other type of drone because honestly, it's real easy to remotely hack into them, or even easier - just cut the link with a jammer, so they're liabilities. Unless one of these ships are designed to operate without a crew, then this ship is all I've got."
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[Commander Travis' Ship]
A bright yellow protogen was making their way to the bridge, while trying to contact Travis. After the third failed call, their face screen goes red for a second then back to yellow, as they reach the bridge and knock.
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*** DMCS Devastator, Corneria Orbit ***
An AI would greet the yellow protogen. "State your business on the Bridge - otherwise, man your station."
*** Corneria Orbit ***
The battle for Corneria raged on. The reinforcements seemed to favor the Sith Covenant, but the weapons and tech favored the Liberating forces. The battle was far from assured to either side.
*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"Oh, we'll be traveling there together, once my relief ship arrives," Praven said. "Once we arrive at the outer perimeter of Peragus III, I'll send you in, and we'll maintain a secure comlink so we can keep in touch."
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"I see," Jacqueline stated. "In that case, stick close to me; I'm almost done here."
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Leaving Reach Orbit ***
Vhikarev raised an eye ridge, curious as to why a person with such a strange name would send him aid, but decided it was a good thing. "Very well. You should get some rest; I'll summon you and the other one - Wilco - when we arrive over Onderon. Feel free to use my quarters."
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
Saraabi noticed the look on Kayle's face. "What is it?" she asked.
*** Green hills merchant ship crash site ***
"Don't need to tell me twice," Morris said as he followed Kyva, the Captain behind him, followed by the remains of the crew.
*** Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah, please don't do that again," Drake said, trying to help Amie up with just his free hand.
*** Elsewhere in Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Roc picked himself up off the ground and noticed the mushroom cloud. In his gut, he knew: This was only the beginning. He unslung his AR197 and loaded a round into the chamber.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The coated stranger ducked into a nearby alcove when the feral started to turn around, and therefore thought he'd avoided being spotted.
*** Torrent System ***
The mercs would lead Fayam into the central enclave, through the twisting corridors, past numerous personnel - Romulan, Klingon, Human, and practically every other furred race out there - until they came to the top level and an office, where a female Romulan dressed in a black robe beneath a black cloak stood before a window.
"Lord Torrentus, we have brought the outsider," one of the mercs said.
"Thank you, Lieutenant. You may leave," the Romulan said. Both mercs bowed and left Fayam alone with the Romulan Sith. She turned to face Fayam, where a scar could be seen across her face. "I apologize if they were intimidating in any way. They're still new to the idea of cooperating with other races for the good of the Romulan Star Empire. Now, I got a call from my friend in the Klingon House of Pegh. He said you had a transmission to show me in regards to a missing ship?"
*** New Romulus ***
"We're sixty-five strong, including me, and been stranded here for a while," the Romulan merc explained. "We were trained as Marines, so we're experts on both boarding and defending against boarding parties."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy shrugged, before she was playfully ticked from behind by Jason, which caused her to jump in surprise, but then laugh. "Really? Now?" She asked Jason. Jason just chuckled, holding Amy from behind.
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets ***
Malgus grew a bit concerned. A Jedi? Here? He didn't know what to expect. He didn't even think a Jedi would be bold enough to land here, not unless there were a company of them trying to liberate this world from the Sith. Even his Sith. But then, this was a much different time than what he was used to. Perhaps this Jedi had heard of Malgus' liberation of this world, and had come to see if it were true? "Very well. I will meet them there," he told the ranger.
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Landing Pad ***
"Are you alright?" Ahsoka asked, walking behind Vestraad. "You're limping."
*** Star Destroyer Tornado, Uncharted Location near Dromund Kaas ***
While Ayki was busy, the commander of the Tornado was alerting his crew they were soon to have a new guest. By the time she arrived, a fire team of Clone Troopers were waiting for her in the hangar. "The Commander wishes to speak to you. Please follow us," the lead NCO requested.
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*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"Atmospheric sensors on Dragon'taan are reading a nuclear blast...." Kayle explained. "Think we should head home?" he asked.
*** Green hills merchant ship crash site ***
The phantom would head for a larger Covenant ship, once everyone was on board. "So, human tell me how did you end up here?" Kyva asked the captain.
The phantom would soon reach the Unseen Avenger a SDV Corvette (http://halo.wikia.com/wiki/SDV-class_heavy_corvette) a small ship but with it's cloaking device it could remain unseen for a long amount of time.
*** Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
"Sorry, let's get home before something else happens." Amie said using Draks hand to pull herslef up, Fleir handing Shiloh back to her mother.
--- Elsewhere in Draco City, Dragon'taan ---
"Alright, we need to move in and figure out what's going on, everybody switch their suits to hazard mode, we're going into the blast area..." Alex ordered.
--- Dragon'taan sky ---
The Conqueror prepared to hot drop it's mechs as well as a few Protomechs, meanwhile a large AWACs ship (http://wiki.hard-light.net/images/a/ab/GTA-Charybdis.png) followed the dropship, the Revealer "Revealer to command starting up AWACS system now." The Awac's sensors immediately picked up many odd signals including a Union Dropship, (https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Union) mechs and a bunch of unknown vehicles approaching Draco Cities Gates.
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*** DMCS Devastator, Corneria Orbit ***
An AI would greet the yellow protogen. "State your business on the Bridge - otherwise, man your station."
[DMCS Devastator, Corneria Orbit]
The yellow protogen looks at the AI. "I'm Bios, Co-leader of Warfurrs. I'm here to speak to Commander Travis."
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets*
The ranger saluted and simply took a position behind Malgus's left shoulder, falling in step with his Lord.
*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Landing Pad*
Vestraad chuckled. "Yes yes, dear. Old hunting accident. Ran afoul of a scarab. Lost...Lost my whole family to it. But, you learn things about yourself in a situation like that." At this, Vestraad became distant and stared off in thought. "Some things," the raccoon said with an ironic smile. "Some things you'd like to forget." The old Mongdrigan shook his head, his genuine smile quickly returning. "Anyway, we should try and meet Lord Malgus half way. Shows you're eager, excited even." Vestraad fished something from his belt. He drew a small black cylinder, and after flipping a small switch, the cylinder grew to an adequately sized cane. The raccoon leaned heavily on his cane as he made his way down the ramp.
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*Torrentus system*
Fayam scratched the back of his head. "Eh, my welcome was bit blunt, but otherwise fine. To get to the main point: yes, I have. I put it in my PDA. Gimme a minute..." He pulled it out, searched his files and soon the message popped on the screen. "Found it." He handed it to Torrentus.
*New Romulus*
The gunslinger whistled on hearing the number. "That's quite a large group. I'm not sure Anna would want to hire all of you. Would you accept a group split if need be?"
When the docks came in sight, Anna left her vhicle and walked further, looking for anyone that could lead her to Seklom, or Seklom himself. She realised her armoured look would definitely draw some attention.
*Earth*
Mary, told the two, "Stop that! You're embarrassing me! By the way, we're on the front of the line."
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen continued walking down the street. Whilst passing the alcove he looked inside, thinking he saw someone there. Despite having spotted the man there, the feral continued to walk on with roughly the same speed, feeling a bit uneasy about the man he just spotted.
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*** Star Destroyer Tornado, Uncharted Location near Dromund Kaas ***
Ayki smiles and nods replying "Anesh ik" and giggles following the troopers, amazed about the size of this thing, why would anyone ever need a ship of this size?
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***Onderon - Borealis Med Bay**
Rochell began to get all teary-eyed, sitting up and trying to hug the doc with her tattered stump and good arm, falling towards him, "Thank you! Thankyouthankyouthankyouuu!"
*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***
"First of all, you are still hurt, and I'm sure you want to be moving soon, so...", wrapping her tails together, her markings pulsed, then she reached into her tail bundle and felt around, pulling out handmade jars, most of which were empty, until she brought out a red glowing jar, "**censor**... if I give you some of this... I'm unsure of what may happen.", Taking the tip of her claw, she scooped out a tiny clump, "If something does go wrong, I can fix you. You just may not feel 'nice' for a few days... Are you okay to consume my medicine?"
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*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
Weaver nodded, "Sounds good. When do you think your ship is coming? I mean, should I be ready now, a few days, an hour...?"
*Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
"Gotcha, I'll just go ahead and recall my own drones," Dusk said, before doing just that. He was a bit worried. He'd be outnumbered if things for whatever reason turned for the worst. On the flipside, all of these 'unmanned' ships would be good as cannon fodder. When one of those Herald ships blew, hopefully it would take the dummy ships, and not the ones Dusk or Jacky were piloting.
"Hey wait a minute, what happened to K'vek? Are they hopping in on this too or what?"
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*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"Last communication put my relief ship - the Irom Will - at twenty minutes away. But that was nearly half an hour ago, so they should be arriving any minute now," Praven told Weaver. He paused, then asked, "You must have seen the effects of the artifact you brought Lord Rellius... from your perspective, what was it like?"
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
K'vek, oddly enough, was no longer there. Sensors would pick up a faint ion trail leaving the area, heading toward the Cornerian Border. Meanwhile, Jacky got a Starfleet Chimera-class Heavy Destroyer running, along with a pair of Akira-class Escort cruisers and four Saber-class Frigates. "I have all I can carry, metaphorically speaking - I need to take these ships to my refit yards," she told Dusk. She paused, then added, "If you want, I could retrofit your ship, while we're there. Might come in handy if we come across one of those Heralds."
*** Onderon - Borealis Med Bay ***
It was then that Kylet'oran, San, and their hyper-intelligent Raptor coleague, Deinonychus, walked into the med bay, all approaching Keesha. Deinonychus, however, fixed his gaze on Rochell. To anyone that didn't know him, he appeared as a feral Raptor. His approach could be seen as that of a Raptor closing on his prey.
*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***'
"Worse comes to worse, dear, I've got medicines and broad-spectrum antibiotics that would counteract that if something went wrong, so - go ahead," Vasily told Gypsie.
Meanwhile, the Chimera passed the halfway point to Onderon - no further incidents. Still, just to be safe, Gemini had plans to drop out of light speed at the edge of the Onderon system and engage the cloaking device as soon as they were secured from light speed. No need to present the Chimera as a target.
*** Star Destroyer Tornado, Uncharted Location near Dromund Kaas ***
The troopers would lead Ayki through the winding halls filled with various species - some furred, some not - to a turbolift, which would ascend to the command deck, where they would lead her to the Commander of the Tornado. A wingless, green-skinned dragon in a gray uniform, Commander Korban stood with his hands clasped behind his back, staring out the window before him as his crew worked around him.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
Michen may find his path suddenly blocked by a human with an archaic assault rifle. Behind him, the man that had been following him. "Someone wants a word with you," he told Michen in a cold, malevolent tone.
*** Torrent system ***
Torrentus played the transmission sevral times, her frown deepening. "Fayaar... Fayaar," she repeated. "Now there's a name I've not heard in years." She looked up at Fayam as she began downloading the message from Fayam's PDA to her computer. "Did you ever hear of the Imperial Remnant scientist, Galak Fayaar? He's actually quite infamous in the Imperial Alliance."
*** New Romulus ***
"Maybe, if we could get our hands on a smaller vessel that doesn't require a big crew - but leave that bit to us, depending on how we're splitting," the mercenary said.
At the docks, a Romulan with a scar over his left eye and a bionic eye in place there approached Anna. "You're wearing an awful lot of armor for a dock worker. Did you come here from that Romulan Disaster? I keep telling D'Tan that more people were affected by that than was previously thought."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"Trust me, Mary... when you meet a guy like this, you get used to things like this," Amy said before kissing Jason on the cheek.
"We are at the front of the line, though," Jason told her. They both headed for the cars in the arena.
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets ***
Malgus saw Ahsoka from a distance, who was walking in step next to Vestraad. When they finally came face-to-face, no words were said. The veteran of the Clone Wars and the Galactic Civil War before the Rise of the Imperial Alliance now stood in the presence of one of the most famous Sith Lords from an era nearly four thousand years ago. Ahsoka avoided putting hands on her lightsabers, while Malgus' hands were clasped behind his back. Things were silent as the wind fluttered Malgus' cloak.
Ahsoka broke the silence. "I have to admit, I didn't quite believe that the Darth Malgus was here on Mongdrigo."
"You thought me an imposter?" Malgus asked.
"Admittedly, yes," Ahsoka admitted.
Contrary to what a Sith might have done, especially in the presence of a Jedi, Malgus shrugged. "Understandable, given that I have not been seen in this galaxy for nearly four millennia. Still, I have to ask - what brings you here?"
"I came to investigate the report this one gave me," Ahsoka replied, indicating Vestraad. "That a Sith Lord had taken over this world. But given his report, it would seem you are not a Sith - or, at least, not the kind of Sith you used to be."
"You're not wrong," Malgus said. "I am no longer Sith in the usual sense. I still carry the name Darth, and am still called Lord, but that is the limit of my Sith nature, these days. He turned aside. "Come - let me show you how the Sith under my command are rebuilding this world in the aftermath of the fall of their original leader. Every Mongdrigan here will vouch for me."
Ahsoka looked to the ranger, as though looking for his confirmation to Malgus' facts.
*** DMCS Devastator, Corneria Orbit ***
"Commander Travis is--" the AI started, but stopped, then opened the door to the bridge. When Bios stepped in, he would see Travis and Skye staring out at the battle before them.
"Identify yourself," Travis told Bios without ever looking at him.
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"Damn straight!" Saraabi responded. "You better get a line to your ship, tell them to form up." she hit a comm panel. "Coby, set a course for Dragon'taan - maximum warp!"
*** Green hills merchant ship crash site ***
"We were using this system as a shortcut to get to our destination when we were attacked by a Kig-Yar Pirate ship," the Captain replied. "We were headed for Earth."
*** Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
"Agreed," Drake said, securing Jason in his car seat before taking the driver's seat, waiting for Amie to get in.
*** Elsewhere in Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Roc had already materialized his hazard armor and was ready to move, following Alex.
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*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"Last communication put my relief ship - the Irom Will - at twenty minutes away. But that was nearly half an hour ago, so they should be arriving any minute now," Praven told Weaver. He paused, then asked, "You must have seen the effects of the artifact you brought Lord Rellius... from your perspective, what was it like?"
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
K'vek, oddly enough, was no longer there. Sensors would pick up a faint ion trail leaving the area, heading toward the Cornerian Border. Meanwhile, Jacky got a Starfleet Chimera-class Heavy Destroyer running, along with a pair of Akira-class Escort cruisers and four Saber-class Frigates. "I have all I can carry, metaphorically speaking - I need to take these ships to my refit yards," she told Dusk. She paused, then added, "If you want, I could retrofit your ship, while we're there. Might come in handy if we come across one of those Heralds."
*** Onderon - Borealis Med Bay ***
It was then that Kylet'oran, San, and their hyper-intelligent Raptor coleague, Deinonychus, walked into the med bay, all approaching Keesha. Deinonychus, however, fixed his gaze on Rochell. To anyone that didn't know him, he appeared as a feral Raptor. His approach could be seen as that of a Raptor closing on his prey.
*** Starship Chimera, En Route to Onderon ***'
"Worse comes to worse, dear, I've got medicines and broad-spectrum antibiotics that would counteract that if something went wrong, so - go ahead," Vasily told Gypsie.
Meanwhile, the Chimera passed the halfway point to Onderon - no further incidents. Still, just to be safe, Gemini had plans to drop out of light speed at the edge of the Onderon system and engage the cloaking device as soon as they were secured from light speed. No need to present the Chimera as a target.
*** Star Destroyer Tornado, Uncharted Location near Dromund Kaas ***
The troopers would lead Ayki through the winding halls filled with various species - some furred, some not - to a turbolift, which would ascend to the command deck, where they would lead her to the Commander of the Tornado. A wingless, green-skinned dragon in a gray uniform, Commander Korban stood with his hands clasped behind his back, staring out the window before him as his crew worked around him.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
Michen may find his path suddenly blocked by a human with an archaic assault rifle. Behind him, the man that had been following him. "Someone wants a word with you," he told Michen in a cold, malevolent tone.
*** Torrent system ***
Torrentus played the transmission sevral times, her frown deepening. "Fayaar... Fayaar," she repeated. "Now there's a name I've not heard in years." She looked up at Fayam as she began downloading the message from Fayam's PDA to her computer. "Did you ever hear of the Imperial Remnant scientist, Galak Fayaar? He's actually quite infamous in the Imperial Alliance."
*** New Romulus ***
"Maybe, if we could get our hands on a smaller vessel that doesn't require a big crew - but leave that bit to us, depending on how we're splitting," the mercenary said.
At the docks, a Romulan with a scar over his left eye and a bionic eye in place there approached Anna. "You're wearing an awful lot of armor for a dock worker. Did you come here from that Romulan Disaster? I keep telling D'Tan that more people were affected by that than was previously thought."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"Trust me, Mary... when you meet a guy like this, you get used to things like this," Amy said before kissing Jason on the cheek.
"We are at the front of the line, though," Jason told her. They both headed for the cars in the arena.
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets ***
Malgus saw Ahsoka from a distance, who was walking in step next to Vestraad. When they finally came face-to-face, no words were said. The veteran of the Clone Wars and the Galactic Civil War before the Rise of the Imperial Alliance now stood in the presence of one of the most famous Sith Lords from an era nearly four thousand years ago. Ahsoka avoided putting hands on her lightsabers, while Malgus' hands were clasped behind his back. Things were silent as the wind fluttered Malgus' cloak.
Ahsoka broke the silence. "I have to admit, I didn't quite believe that the Darth Malgus was here on Mongdrigo."
"You thought me an imposter?" Malgus asked.
"Admittedly, yes," Ahsoka admitted.
Contrary to what a Sith might have done, especially in the presence of a Jedi, Malgus shrugged. "Understandable, given that I have not been seen in this galaxy for nearly four millennia. Still, I have to ask - what brings you here?"
"I came to investigate the report this one gave me," Ahsoka replied, indicating Vestraad. "That a Sith Lord had taken over this world. But given his report, it would seem you are not a Sith - or, at least, not the kind of Sith you used to be."
"You're not wrong," Malgus said. "I am no longer Sith in the usual sense. I still carry the name Darth, and am still called Lord, but that is the limit of my Sith nature, these days. He turned aside. "Come - let me show you how the Sith under my command are rebuilding this world in the aftermath of the fall of their original leader. Every Mongdrigan here will vouch for me."
Ahsoka looked to the ranger, as though looking for his confirmation to Malgus' facts.
*** DMCS Devastator, Corneria Orbit ***
"Commander Travis is--" the AI started, but stopped, then opened the door to the bridge. When Bios stepped in, he would see Travis and Skye staring out at the battle before them.
"Identify yourself," Travis told Bios without ever looking at him.
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"Damn straight!" Saraabi responded. "You better get a line to your ship, tell them to form up." she hit a comm panel. "Coby, set a course for Dragon'taan - maximum warp!"
*** Green hills merchant ship crash site ***
"We were using this system as a shortcut to get to our destination when we were attacked by a Kig-Yar Pirate ship," the Captain replied. "We were headed for Earth."
*** Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
"Agreed," Drake said, securing Jason in his car seat before taking the driver's seat, waiting for Amie to get in.
*** Elsewhere in Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Roc had already materialized his hazard armor and was ready to move, following Alex.
*** Onderon - Borealis Med Bay ***
The doctor eyed the Raptor closely, turning back to Rochell ,but keeping her eye on the Raptor. "When do you want a new arm and which one did you want?" the doc asked "The real arm will take longer, but i can do it." Katie, the ships Doctor, asked Rochell.
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"Argus is already on it, he's coordinating with your crew, leaving me to be with you." Kayle said drawling close and kissing Saraabi, handing her one of her favorite sandwiches, a sword hilt and the invoice for a Dire wolf Omnimech. "happy birthday." he muttered. "IF you permit it, ma'am I'd like to join your personal security detail."
*** Phantom en route to the Unseen Avenger ***
"Earth? Truth didn't render that word uninhabitable or destroy it?" Kyva asked "We cut our ties with the covenant ages ago ,but last I heard Truth was headed towards Earth with a massive fleet." "Speaking of which why are you so accepting of my help? I thought we were enemies?"
*** Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
Amie got in and strapped Shiloe down into her carseat. "Let's go before something else horrible happens!" Amie said looking to the skie she spotted what looked like many falling stars or burning meterites falling in the skie.
--- elsewhere on Dragon'taan---
The 'falling stars or metorites wher also spotted by Alex, however, Alex knew what they were "Looks like the mechs have arrived. ALRIGHT LET"S MOVE WE"RE GOING TO BE SUPPORTING OUR BATTLEMECHS GO GO GO!" Alex ommanded the wholw strike group exiting the city walls into the outer city, but the attacking forces had yet to get near the walls.
Krystal's Provyon was the first of the mech group to reach the ground the drop pod split in two revealing her protomech which engaged it's jump jets to slow down it' s decent once landing other larger battlemechs along with 4 other protomechs soon dropped near her. "Krystal to Star Colonel, Sensor's are picking up a lot of unindefieid vehicles looks to be mostly tanks, however i'm picking up Battlmechs that Read Steiner configuration." KRystal said over the DMC wide Comms, Markus and Alex could hear her....
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets*
Vestraad saluted. “If it pleases, I shall take my leave.” He turned and limped down the street, entering one of the many housing complexes.
The Ranger smiled as he spoke. “Lord Malgus has done many a great deed here. By his command, the star port was reopened, long-needed repairs began, and even an armory was converted to a hospital. He has brought us medical supplies of great value, which will undoubtedly save many lives in the future. Lord Malgus has even spared his own retinue to eliminate a veinworm close to the city, and upon its grave ordered the construction of a temple.”
Just then, old Garrus rounded the street corner, a data pad in paw. He stopped as he realized Malgus was busy, but he held in his eyes a great excitement. A lightly armored, and a little worse for wear, Long Ranger stood behind the old raccoon, topographic maps clutched in paw.
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*** Star Destroyer Tornado, Uncharted Location near Dromund Kaas ***
As Ayki is transported through the ship with the guards she keeps thinking of war, this ship is not made for transport for sure, this race of individuals who command this ship must be good at war, and efficient at winning them "You must be the ship's commanding chief" Ayki said smiling a little, as she meets Korban "You look like you are thinking of something important, is this a bad time?" She smirks a little, playing a little to lighten the situation, trying to show a friendly nature and some core ideals of my species
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*** DMCS Devastator, Corneria Orbit ***
"Commander Travis is--" the AI started, but stopped, then opened the door to the bridge. When Bios stepped in, he would see Travis and Skye staring out at the battle before them.
"Identify yourself," Travis told Bios without ever looking at him.
(DCMS Devastator, Corneria Orbit)
Bios looks at Travis with a small smile. "General Bios, at your service."
(Question, Rom. Would it be alright for Bios and Travis to of been friends that had difficulties, leading to Bios leaving the Liberators and joining Warfurrs?)
In the hanger
4 small and black-coloured ships of unknown classification were resting alongside ships of bigger size and brighter colours. Who owned these ships, and what were they doing here?
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*Torrent System*
Fayam frowned. "You're the first to mention the name to me," he explained.
*New Romulus*
Anna answered casually, using a voice modulator on her armour, "You're talking about the Hobus Disaster, aren't you?" Her usual alt voice was pitched to tenor region. She expected the person to stand in front of her to be Seklom.
The gunslinger went on. "Ok, reasonable. You should go to the spaceport. Faith is parked there. It's a green ship with white wings, green side modules and yellow accents. Can't miss it. If you somehow do, the name is spelled out on the top and bottom. Find a white lioness by the name Anna Steen. She's the captain. If she's away, talk to the copilot Johnny Eclipse, a barn owl. If you can't find either, return later or wait there."
Just as he was saying this, the copilot and mechanic decided to go looking for new casual clothing. They wanted to get their uniforms cleaned while they were at it. They left the door locked, which was usual for them even when it was manned.
*Earth*
Excited, Mary jumped into a car and crashed full into Jason's.
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***Gorbis Mongdrigo system, empty space***
A Large ship (https://i.imgur.com/eCcrnXq.jpg) dropped out of warp in the 'Gorbis' System, a blue fox at the bridge looking out the window "Well here we are again, last time we were here, we were chased off by tiberium infested fighters or something like that, seems like things have changed." Roxanne, Report?"
"Our last incomplete system scann shows nothing ,current scan shows a civilization as well as activity on a nearby planet." The ships Ai an orange Vixen replied.
"Let's take a closer look we can always move away if we encounter a problem." Kylie the captain of the Large Super Carrier Galatae responded...
Dragon Realm, unknown Cave; after Cynder and Spyra had a sort of Kung fu fighting moment knocking out and then dumping the ape and monkey like attacks outside of the cave the two walked up to Anna "I think we should head deeper into the cave, and keep the little one calm we don't need him giving away our posistion again." Spyra told the anthro dragon her front claws holding some sort of energy orb that soon dissappeared the orb would warp their, beaten up opponents away from the cave entrance....
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*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"Eh, it didn't look incredibly spectacular from my perspective, at least, the device the power it was in," Weaver began, "but the actual ability? It's chilling. The invading force looked to be as if they didn't even know how to fly their own ships. Now that I think about it, maybe it was for this reason why the power was lost, or rather, buried and hidden. And for one person to command such power? It's terrifying. I'm sure I delivered it to the right hands, but... what if I didn't?" He trailed off, a sudden chill shooting through him.
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Dusk assumed that whatever K'vek was after, they found it. Or maybe they were still a bit upset about being fired upon by Dusk. Who knew?
"A retrofit seems like a good idea," Dusk replied, "Just give me the coordinates when you're ready, and I'll be ready to head off." Dusk recalled his drones, if they weren't already. Obviously, a retrofit at a foreign dock that didn't belong to any kind of regulated body was one hell of a risk. However, this one was potentially free, and as long as he oversaw any changes, everything should be okay.
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{{{ EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY }}}
The world of Nephira is now available. Details are as follows:
Nephira
Temperate Planet located in the western quadrant of the galaxy beyond Cornerian space. Ruled by 5 separate, but allied, major ruling kingdoms; Ceol, Moto, Eis, Aaopoak, and Hanawai. A single large monastery in conjunction with the kingdoms for Dragonkin, known as the Draconic Temple. (Home to dragons and other scaly races). The world is entirely comprised of furry, scaley, etc. All species and gender are known to reside on this world. A world that is known from it's ancient stories of the God's blessing the land allowing all who are born from it's land to inherit the ability to use magic from one's soul as it's source. It has many available textiles and resources available to it's people and those who wish trade. Other than outside forces and dangerous wildlife that seek to be detrimental to the way of life, it is a very hospitable world and very abundant in resources. It's spaceport is located in the kingdom Eis, which is known to be located in the far northern reaches covered in ice and snow.
Welcome to the fold, Damien/Katin Hysteria.
{{{ END ANNOUNCEMENT }}}
*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
Not long after, a Harrower-IV Star Battleship dropped out of Translight Speed. Praven's comm beeped. "Yes?" Praven responded.
"Lord Praven, General K'torr's ship just arrived; we are clear to head out. Destination?"
"Set a course for Peragus III, best possible speed; Praven out," Praven commanded before returning his attention to Weaver. "So what did you think of Lord Rellius?"
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Jacky's ship - the Wayward Wanderer - soon transmitted the coordinates, and she, her escorts, and her salvage, all made ready to jump.
*** Mongdrigo system ***
A patrolling Sith Harrower-III escorted by a pair of enlarged Centurions happened across the Galatae, and moved to approach them. "Unrecognized starship, please identify," Requested the commander of the group.
*** Torrent System ***
"Galak Fayaar is an Imperial Remnant scientist who refused to side with the Imperial Alliance, and took his own forces and fled to a distant part of space. He later returned and tried to assassinate the heads of state of the Imperial Alliance, thus earning him the hatred of the IA. Here's where it gets interesting, though - official records state he was killed during his last stand at his deep space base of operations outside Dromund Kaas. It seems interesting to hear this transmission, because it was evidently addressed to him. It also mentioned Dark Lords... and I'm wondering if they weren't referencing the Valley of the Dark Lords, on Korriban. Rumor has it, during his final months, Fayaar was looking into a previously-undiscovered tomb there; but Imperial Alliance Archeological teams found nothing," Torrentus explained. "Rather curious..." Her console beeped, and she disconnected the PDA and handed it back to Fayam, when she frowned on the copy on her console. "Wait a minute... this transmission... it..."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"The hell--?! I haven't even moved yet!" Jason amusingly and indignantly exclaimed. Amy was right behind Mary and rear-ended her.
*** DCMS Devastator, Corneria Orbit ***
Travis nodded. "The one who volunteered to lead the ground op," he said. "We've almost broken through the Sith blockade; be ready to launch."
Travis wasn't wrong; the Sith Covenant Forces were taking a beating, worse than the allied fleet was. Indeed, some in the Sith Covenant fleet were contemplating retreat.
*** Star Destroyer Tornado, Uncharted Location near Dromund Kaas ***
"Not at all," Korban responded, turning to face Ayki. "I'm Commander Korban, commanding officer of the Star Destroyer Tornado. Seeing as I've been relieved out here, I can take you where you need to go. Which was... where, exactly?"
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets ***
"Sounds like you've been busy," Ahsoka commented. "The Mongdrigans speak highly of you. I wouldn't have expected that, considering your... colorful past."
"I tend to leave my 'colorful past' buried with a past that ended four millennia ago," Malgus responded, his voice devoid of any malice or indications of having taken offense to what Ahsoka said. "You might say I've become a different breed of Sith." He then paused on noticing Garrus and his colleague, and motioned them forward, sensing they had a reason for looking like that.
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"I think I'd like that," Saraabi said with a smile, tugging on Kayle's chin to bring his lips to hers.
*** Phantom en route to the Unseen Avenger ***
The captain sighed, "My Sangheili friend, you've clearly been out of the loop for a long time. This is gonna be a long story, so bear with me..." and then began to outline the details of the last months of the Human-Covenant Great War, starting with the Battle of Earth, the actions of the In Amber Clad and the crew under Commander Miranda Keyes, then the deactivation of Delta Halo, then the Sangheili's break from the Covenant in the wake of the Prophets' treachery, followed by Thel 'Vadam and the Sangheili siding with the Humans to stop Truth, then the events of the Ark, and then the final end of the war, followed by the Sangheili's efforts to help the UNSC rebuild, leading to strong diplomatic ties, then the formal Human-Sangheili Treaty of Alliance, signed on Earth at the site where the Portal to the Ark had been unearthed, and culminating with the current events the UNSC and Sangheili were now involved in.
*** Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
Drake didn't hesitate as he fired up the vehicle and began driving home.
*** Elsewhere on Dragon'taan ***
A number of other Battlemechs were scrambled in support to counter this sudden attack, as were several wings of TIE Marauders.
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*** Mongdrigo system ***
"This is the NCC Galatae, we're preforming a standard patrol, are you in need of anything?" Kylie responded.
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"You sure we have time for this , Love?" Kayle asked, allowing himself to be brought into the kiss.
*** Phantom en route to the Unseen Avenger ***
"Ever since the Great schism, we've been wandering the Galaxy for answers, we lost contact with everyone when the prophets were killed. We were on deep space assignment to find other relics." Kyva explained
*** outside Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
a large walker (https://www.games-workshop.com/resources/catalog/product/threeSixty/99120105035_Sentinel2360/01-01.jpg) vehicle along with a Leman russ (http://wh40k.lexicanum.com/mediawiki/images/thumb/f/f2/LemanRuss2nd.jpg/386px-LemanRuss2nd.jpg) tank came around the buildings in view of the battlemechs, they were quickly eviscerated by Krystal's Procyon and a couple Timber wolf omnimechs that spotted the vehicles.
"Is that all?" Krystal asked checking her radar.
Alex moved in behind the battlemechs her, squadron close behind. "Roc what's the rating on your hazars equipment?" she asked.
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Character Bio
Name: Damien Hysteria
Age: 27
Gender: Male
Species: Natural Feline (No specific breed, general aesthetics)
Attire: Usually known to wear gently light leather armored clothing with a large hooded cloak adorned in detailed royal insignia. When armored he is adorned in full body heavy knight armor stained with silver and trimmed in bright gold. Space travel attire is similar to ODST armor but in much lighter and less military fashion. More capable for space travel than combat tactics.
Height/Weight/Body Frame: 5 foot 8 in" tall, 160lbs, Tall, slim, and toned muscular body, All white fur and hair, with glaring yellow eyes.
Weapons: At all times wearing dual holsters for two twin single barrel Glock 17 Hand Guns that fire a volley of energy as it's primary ammunition. Also the ability to bring forth a large obsidian bladed scythe for Melee.
Bio: One of two twin brothers of the Hysteria bloodline, rulers of the Kingdom of Ceol. Very known to use up front combat with strong and heavy strikes while incorporating the power he has that dwell's inside his soul, which shares a home to a dragon's soul that is known to be an acolyte of the God of Death. Part of a relief effort during a major war in bringing a dangerous monarch down to reclaim his home from a darkness that sought to destroy the world and others. Kind, honest, and a bit of a smart ass, but not afraid to jump into a fight for what is right and just. Can be a little hot headed when agitated, but knows how to represent himself as a ruler and politician.
Current Location: Kingdom of Eis, Working on piloting the first interplanetary space ship to discover new worlds.
"See, when you try to take a bull by the horns it never ends up being pleasant. Me? Well I take the bull by using my own horns. How do I know I'll win? Easy, my horns are bigger, badder, and won't break. Though if the bull's won't break then I guess it makes for a fight that actually catches my interest. Then I can feel that I can go all out. I have to sharpen my blade on something right?"
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Character Bio
Name Katin Hysteria (Kat for short)
Age: 27
Gender: Male
Species: Natural Feline (No specific breed, general aesthetics)
Attire: Commonly wearing a free moving cloth attire with a black hooded cloak. When armored he is adorned in full body light knight armor stained in black with purple amethyst gems thrown into the major joints.
Height/Weight/Body Frame: 5 foot 8 in" tall, 160lbs, Tall, slim, and toned muscular body, All grey fur and hair with shining purple eyes.
Weapons: A sheathed slim long sword made for fast strikes is always around his belt. Also the ability to bring forth a slim bladed metal scythe for melee.
Bio: One of two twin brothers of the Hysteria bloodline, rulers of the Kingdom of Ceol. Battle tactics include fast and nimble strikes as well as using the power of his 'magic' from his world to cast powerful long range and close range attacks as well as helping his allies in battle. The power he pulls from his soul is that of a fabled Horseman that walked the planes on a skeletal horse, judging the dead into the afterlife. Part of a relief effort during a major war in bringing a dangerous monarch down to reclaim his home from a darkness that sought to destroy the world and others. Loving and kind, and set in tradition, he portrays himself as an emissary for other's who were to visit their home. Believes justice always should be carried out with swift and calculated effort. Is not very prone to getting escalated into fights but if the option has no other way to be resolved he will do what he must.
Current Location: Kingdom of Eis, working with their king with the new spaceport to delve into the stars.
"Ok, I get what you're saying but hear me out. Not every action should be met with violence. Noted, that many of our adversaries are just that when met with speculation, but sometimes a spoken word can do just as much damage as a sharp blade. However, when basic words are not a suitable way to end a disagreement, then the use of very strong words can certainly put an end to whatever may be displeasing to you. Then those words with become a strong attack if you know how to speak them well."
End Bio
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/13223125/ Katin Hysteria - casual wear
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/10772894/ Damien Hysteria- casual wear
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets*
Garrus approached slowly, as he double checked his data pad.
“This Ranger, Lord Malgus. He has...” Upon noticing the stranger in their midst, the old raccoon leaned in and whispered.
“His team located the cave you spoke of. He claimed there to be a monster within, something we’ve never encountered. I tried to get more from him, but the poor boy’s mind has broken. Last of his team, too. So we’ve no one else to ask.”
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*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
Weaver looked up at the ceiling, tilting his head slightly, "Well he seemed nice. Didn't get upset when I had the uh... overreaction when I found out I had met an actual Jedi - well, Sith er... I'm still a little confused on that. But I wouldn't put too much stock in what I saw. The first time anyone meets it's more formal than anything. You don't really get to know someone on the first visit; everyone wears a mask."
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Dusk punched in the coordinates, and prepped his own ship to engage warp. He'd follow as soon as Jacky made the jump.
"Ready and waiting on your mark."
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*** Eis, Glacier Outpost Alpha, Spacecraft Launch and Landing Pad***
Damien was suiting up for the first launch of the Liberate. A space craft that fitted a crew of five which were to be the first in their expansion among the stars. Trouble getting this nee suit on he struggled cursing out loud to himself. “Damn it! Who made such an infuriating piece of equipment that feels like a puzzle just to put on the boots?!”
His brother, Katin, walked in as he gave a chuckle at his brother’s misfortune.
“You know, you’re going to have to be a bit more professional when you meet other planets. You should be representing the planet of Nephira alongside the other emissaries from the other kingdoms.”
“Speaking of which, how come I’m the one heading up there? You’re much better at politics than I am. I’d be better staying down here just in case they start seeing us and aren’t so friendly.”
Katin walked over to help his brother get his suit on. “Because I’m better suited down here making sure the rest of the operations go smoothly. You know how to act. You went through the same classes I did when growing up. So it should be a piece of cake when you interact with another nation on any given planet. Hostile or otherwise.”
Damien finished zipping up his suit with the help of his brother. Grabbing the helmet and sighing and turning to Katin with a genuine smile. “Yea well, you wouldn’t be able to take on whatever we meet out there. I’m glad this is finally happening. After all we’ve been theough it’s about time we progressed instead of falling backwards.”
“True, and perhaps we might get lucky and with you setting off on our first journey into the unknown it will proctor the unknown to visit us. There’s an infinite amount of knowledge out there, and I’m ready to learn all about it for the sake of our people and others” Katin said putting a hand on his brother’s shoulder.
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{{{ OOC Comments }}}
First off, Weaver, you do remember Rellius was a she, right? Mira? Or did you make one of those mistakes you didn't spot? No worries, just saying.
And Damien... one thing I forgot to mention is that in GS, the Dragonarians have reverse-engineered nearly every ship in the galaxy, and made their own variations to fit various mission profiles. So it's not really surprising to see them operating with vessels like I'm about to post.
{{{ End OOC Comments }}}
*** Nephira Orbit ***
In orbit of this uncharted world, a trio of starships dropped out of Translight Speed:
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https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/sotp/images/5/55/Carrier.1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20130912224938 (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/sotp/images/5/55/Carrier.1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20130912224938) x2
All three warships had extensive modifications, and all three were emblazoned with the same symbol - a dragon, holding a world above his head, with outstretched wings, and encircled by a flaming ring.
The logo of the Dragonarian Empire.
None of the ships were running with shields or weapons powered, and their purpose in this system was unclear. The bigger vessel of the three began running sensor sweeps of the system, and at the same time, sent a message to the planet on an open channel: "We are the Dragonarian Empire. We come here in peace, and have no intention of harming you. We would have been here sooner, but we only just became aware of your home system. Take heart, for we can learn much from each other."
*** Mongdrigo system ***
"Not really, we have everything under control," the Commander responded. "Why are you patrolling this system? I did not realize it was under your jurisdiction."
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"We've still got a while before we get where we're going, don't we?" Saraabi asked slyly.
*** Phantom en route to the Unseen Avenger ***
"Then you got lucky," the captain said. "You wouldn't've wanted to be on the front lines of that mess."
*** outside Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
"Think of it as the Dragon version of your Mjolnir armor," Roc responded. "Where is the enemy?"
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets ***
"I see," Malgus said aloud, not trying to conceal the conversation from Ahsoka. He even indicated her and added, "She may be able to assist me in taking it out. Where is the cave?"
*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"Very true," Praven said. "Rellius, especially. And her old colleague, Rhea. Hope she's okay... haven't heard from her in some time."
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Jacky jumped with all the ships, and hoped Dusk was following close behind. When they got to their destination, Dusk would be greeted by the sight of a base and fleet repair and refit yard, built into a massive asteroid, surrounded by a massive fleet of Klingon, Romulan, Reman and Starfleet vessels.
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*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
OOC: Yeah my mistake. One of those little errors that are missed.
Weaver decided it was best not to mention the sudden disappearances regarding the holocron. Besides, he didn't know if it was even connected to Rhea, "That sucks. Hopefully everything's okay with her."
*** Ship Graveyard Outside Cardassian Space ***
Dusk did indeed followed. What he saw both struck fear and jealousy within him. Was this all run by her, a single person? He'd kill for a setup like this. He'd need some kind of supercomputer to run everything, but even then...
"Is... is this all run by you? You and your drones? Because if it is, erm..."
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*** Eis, Glacier Outpost Alpha, Spacecraft Launch and Landing Pad***
As the brothers coversed, a tech engineer ran in with anfrantic exhaustion. “Prince Katin, Prince Damien! We’ve got an incoming transmission coming from an unknown fleet of star ships above orbit!”
“What?! Are you serious?” Damien yelled in disbelief as he ran out with his brother into the center of operations. Large screens and several computer systems filled the room with someone at each station monitoring each and every system.
“Bring up the audio transmission immediately!” Katin yelled, then listening to the incoming transmission. His face lit up as he heard it and screamed in excitement. He grabbed a microphone and started his response. “Yes! Yes hello! This is Katin Hysteria of the Kingdom of Ceol, reporting to you from the Eis Glacier Outpost Alpha. We hear you loud and clear! I’m not aure how big your ships are but we have ample space for you to to land some kind of vessel! We would love to meet and welcome you to our home!”
Damien stood behind his brother checking the orbital radar as he saw the ships, checking designs for any kind of weaponry to be prepared in case something were to go awry.
(Sorry for the extreme language earlier on, I will refrain from using them. Apologies)
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets*
“Ten or eleven miles west,” Garrus bowed, now speaking normally. “Forgive me, Lord. I knew not of your relation with our visitor. I’ll have the Rangers prepare for action.”
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*** DCMS Devastator, Corneria Orbit ***
Travis nodded. "The one who volunteered to lead the ground op," he said. "We've almost broken through the Sith blockade; be ready to launch."
Travis wasn't wrong; the Sith Covenant Forces were taking a beating, worse than the allied fleet was. Indeed, some in the Sith Covenant fleet were contemplating retreat.
(DCMS Devastator, Corneria Orbit)
Bios nods and turns around, sending a signal to the 4 black ships in the hanger.
In the Hanger
The 4 small ships, upon receiving the signal, turn around quietly, ready to launch at a moment's notice.
(I'll introduce them as their Squad signs when launch happens, ok Rom? Names will stay unknown (Except to you, cause you already know them) until we hit the ground XD)
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*Torrent System*
Fayam listened intentliy, and when Torrentus didn't continue, he asked, "Yeah? What's with it?"
*New Romulus*
Anna went on. "By the way, your name would be Seklom, if I remember correctly."
The gunslinger watched the group for a bit and went on setting target after target on fire. He had to recharge his gun's coil several times in the process.
When they had what they came for, the mechanic and copilot checked out more shops in the main streets. Though, many were not interesting to them.
*Earth*
Mary shot forward, looked back and with a wide smile got revenge on Amy.
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*** Star Destroyer Tornado, Uncharted Location near Dromund Kaas ***
"Q19J1 That is Quadron 1981, Jacobe 101, a planet called Cimar-1381 the locals call it Earth" Ayki responded and smiled "I don't want to spend more of your time commander, i will take myself there as i will, if i had a ship that is but i can stick around if it is close by?"
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen instinctively froze and made himself look smaller, his tail left hanging on the ground. What in the world was this supposed to mean? Despite having had some issues with others at school, they never got into any REAL trouble like they did now. Terrified on the spot, he literally didn't know what to do or what he even could do.
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*** Mongdrigo system ***
"Long range patrol ,we've had some enemy ships pass by us via long range jumps." Kylie explain
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
"By your command , Captain." Kayle replied ceasing his resistance and letting Saraabi pull him into a kiss.
*** outside Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
"Command wants us to check the blast zone you think your armor can take the radiation?" Alex asked.
*** Phantom en route to the Unseen Avenger ***
"Perhaps, but what happened to high-charity? Kyva asked as the phantom entered the Corvette's bay.
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*** Mongdrigo System ***
"I see," the commander responded. "Very well, you may go about your business." The Sith ship cut the link and headed back to its assigned patrol route.
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets ***
"No," Malgus told Garrus. "If the monster is as you say, I will not risk another Mongdrigan to it. I shall handle this myself."
"Mind having a Jedi along with you?" Ahsoka asked.
Malgus looked over his shoulder at her. "I was hoping you'd want to."
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
Saraabi would drag Kayle down to her bed giggling and kissing him, slipping her tongue around his.
*** Outside Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
"It can handle worse environments than that," Roc replied. "Take point."
*** Phantom en route to the Unseen Avenger ***
"High Charity was destroyed with the Ark - all of this, twenty-five years ago," The captain said.
"Yeah, I learned about this in school," Morris added. "Hell, my best friend in High School was a Sangheili."
*** Cairo, Earth ***
Both characters approached Michen, weapons subtly drawn. "Try and scream, and we'll put a bullet in your head," threatened the man with the facial tattoos and the trench coat.
*** Star Destroyer Tornado, Uncharted Location near Dromund Kaas ***
"As it happens, my next orders have me going to Earth. A friend of mine lives there, and I have to pick up a UNSC Ambassador - so, it seems we're heading to the same place," Korban told Ayki.
*** Torrent System, Lord Torrentus' Chambers ***
"This message... it isn't damaged," Torrentus said. "It looks and sounds damaged, but it actually is heavily encoded... but I recognize the encryption algorithms; I, myself, use them." She tapped in a few commands to her computer console, and ran a decryption suite, and before long, had the message decoded:
"Admiral Fayaar, the vessel has been taken, per your orders; We are en route to the Valley of the Dark Lords - to the Tomb of Darth Kallig, on Korriban. We will report back when the Tomb has been breached."
"Now that's interesting... The Tomb of Darth Kallig. I must admit, I had my doubts the tomb even existed," Torrentus said.
*** New Romulus ***
"A little to good to be a guess," Seklom responded. He indicated a Romulan sitting at a computer station on the other side of the docks. "Bring your datapad to him; he'll get you sorted out."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
The mad bumper car melee went on, with Amy alternating between Mary and Jason - and getting called a "traitor" by an amused Jason.
*** DMCS Devastator, Corneria Orbit ***
The Desolator lead one last charge, and decimated the Sith Covenant flagship along with several vessels of importance around her. The others chose that moment to retreat, and the blockade was broken. "Commander Travis to Warfurs - commence ground operations! All ships, commence ground ops! Repeat, commence ground ops! We are re-taking Corneria!"
*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"Indeed. Rhea's not a bad woman - just a misunderstood, Force-Sensitive Arcanine Pokemorph with a history of finding the worst men. I guess that's why she joined the KDF. Wanted to get away from all that. As I understand it, she landed the CO position aboard one of three Klingon Sword of Khaless Dreadnoughts," Praven said. With a chuckling scoff, he added, "Such a vessel would certainly suit her."
*** Unspecified Location, Designation: Outpost Knightmare ***
"As the humans would say: Come on in, make yourself at home," Jacky told Dusk. A number of refit and repair docks remained open, and the Salvaged Vessels headed for some of them. "And to answer your question, yes - I control all this. It..." She unexpectedly paused, trailing off, and then falling silent, as though she couldn't bring herself to finish. "It... was all I had. After my people were annihilated by a rogue Klingon Warlord... this was all that I had left. I set out to protect other colonies from similar attacks."
*** Nephira Orbit ***
A pair of Vindicator Heavy Cruisers (https://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/19/18233/Vindicator.1.jpg) dropped out of translight speed with that same symbol, and began running sensor sweeps. Radio transmissions could be detected between them and the big Nebula Star Destroyer. Finally, the Nebula responded: "I appreciate the warm invitation - and we would be happy to land. We could drop a gravity lift somewhere down planetside, but I'm afraid that'll have to wait; on that note, you may want to suspend any orbital operations you have planned temporarily, as I've just been informed that my escorts' long range sensors detected intermittent neutrino emissions somewhere in this region - I would respectfully advise you remain down planetside until we determine what this is. Such emissions usually only point to one thing."
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*** Star Destroyer Tornado, Uncharted Location near Dromund Kaas ***
Ayki smiles and walks closer "Then we are going to earth" she replies "You don't seem that worried meeting a completely new species like this, i know because i have never seen your kind, we have kept a close eye on the humans, but never met another species face to face"
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*** DMCS Devastator, Corneria Orbit ***
The Desolator lead one last charge, and decimated the Sith Covenant flagship along with several vessels of importance around her. The others chose that moment to retreat, and the blockade was broken. "Commander Travis to Warfurs - commence ground operations! All ships, commence ground ops! Repeat, commence ground ops! We are re-taking Corneria!"
(DCMS Devastator, Corneria Orbit)
The four ships blast out the hanger and make their way to their respective landing zones, all worked out by Bios earlier. They all have their own jobs to do.
Bios watches them go. "Godspeed fellas..." He says quietly, before looking at a virtual map on the table in front of him. He looks up as he sees movement go by. "Commander? What now for us?" He says into his comms, as he looks outside.
(Corneria)
The 4 ships land in different spots, the four squads, WF-1, WF-4, WF-8 and WF-14, getting ready and leaving the ships, The ships of 4 and 14 staying nearby and the ships of 1 and 8, once they are off, flying back to help out 4 and 14.
[WF-1]
The 4 soldiers of WF-1, after helping the Liberators set up, met with them to talk tactics. As they arrive, they get led to a tent, that the leader could only guess was the leaders tent. They enter, cautious.
[WF-4]
The 4 soldiers of WF-4 look at each other, and at the buildings surrounding them. Many were bullet-riddled, others were missing chunks, and others were burned in places, some looking out of place. They sigh and start moving slowly.
[WF-8]
WF-8 landed near WF-1's RV, and entered the same camp, though were led to a different area. They enter a tent, the smallest of the group squeaking in surprise at the height of everyone.
[WF-14]
WF-14 end up near a massive area, bleak and obselete. A few of the Liberators wave them over and they get to work on building a site for survivors.
(How's that Rom? I'll introduce the squads personally in my next post. ^_^)
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets*
Garrus immediately became flustered.
“L-Lord Malgus. Your word is law, but I cannot allow this. Please, at least take a pathfinder.”
“We’ll go,” a voice cried. From a nearby bar, several Ranger-types exited. They each wore a red shoulder pad, thick dark-green armor and came in a variety of sizes.
Garrus sighed, obviously relieved.
“Oh! Red Brigade, thank the gods. Lord Malgus, the Red Brigade were Great Leader’s elite assault force. Their leader,” at this a shorter Mongdrigan stepped forward. “Zadok Ammerman, three time veteran of the Mutant Wars.”
Zadok smirked. “Well, whether ya want us or not, we’re tagging along. Been too long since Lett’s added a notch to her rifle. Speaking of;” Zadok suddenly got loud. “Red Brigade! Sound off!”
The first was a slight, somewhat tomboyish female. She stood at around 5’ 5’’, maybe 120lbs soaked. She carried a very long rifle, topped with a strange looking scope.
“Lett Meriam. Marksman. Lieutenant.”
The second was a massive, nearly 8’, 600 pound male Mongdrigan. Something akin to a mountain of muscle and flesh. One arm was replaced with one of the 20mm chain guns mounted to the Mong battle walkers.
“Kreig Gormad. Corporal. Heavy Weapons.”
The third, a thin male with huge paws. He wore a backpack stuffed with fuses, explosives and all manner of tools.
“Lucien Dregg. Sergeant. Engineering and demolitions.”
The forth was actually a robot. He appeared Mongdrigan, but the cold dead eyes and lack of mouth gave away his unnatural state.
“D-D 14. Private. Assault droid and pointman.”
Zadok snapped a quick salute, brandishing a huge smile.
“Zadok Ammerman. Major. Leader of the Red Brigade!”
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***Nephira, Eis Glacier Outpost Alpha, Spacecraft Launch and Landing Pad***
Katin just chuckled to himself, too ecstatic for the fact that they had their first contact with an outside civilization other than their own. "Alright then, well to be quite frank this day was supposed to be our first launch of a spacecraft into the reaches of space. All we have up there currently are satellites that we recently launched into orbit for sensor operations. I honestly have no idea what nonsense you just spoke but I'll take the advice and suppress our launch until further notice."
Damien left off from the radar and joined his brother. still a bit wary, as his instincts always were, he took the microphone from his brother. "Hello, I am Damien Hysteria, also a ruler of the Kingdom of Ceol. To whom do we have the pleasure of speaking to might I ask, and what does all that gibberish you spoke mean exactly in laments terms?"
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*Torrent System*
Fayam whisteled. "So that's where they brought the hijacked ship! I need to get there to intercept it. Only thing, I'd have to be very careful in doing so."
*New Romulus*
Anna walked over to the appointed person. If they would ask for her datapad, she would reply, "Well, I usually don't carry one with me."
After a while, the gunslinger got bored of the shooting and decided to put his gun back in storage.
The mechanic and copilot were making their way back to Faith.
*Earth*
Mary joined in their little skirmish, but also crashed into random people just for the fun of it.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
The warning was somewhat futile - Michen wasn't planning to do that anytime soon anyways. However, the situation the feral was in would keep increasing the stress he felt until he could have some peace of mind again, and snapping from the stress would be the last thing they'd need right now.
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*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"Geez a dreadnought? And one of three? Well, I guess with the amount of power she showed at Sol... yeah she would certainly earn it. How did she even get that powerful anyway? I can't imagine that she was simply born with it," Weaver said.
*** Unspecified Location, Designation: Outpost Knightmare ***
"Ah... I'm sorry to hear that," Dusk hesitated with his next statement, "Is this warlord... still alive...? Er... maybe that's too personal. I'll just dock." Dusk would land his ship in the appropriate landing zone after giving off a brief scanner sweep of the area.
"It's an impressive setup you've got here. I'd kill for something like this. Figuratively that is."
Dusk prepped a sort of "ambassador" drone. It took on a corrupted design of another space-faring civilization he had met. They were obsessed with peaceful diplomatic relationships, so Dusk figured that nicking the way they presented themselves would be a good way to make good impressions. With all that said, he'd prefer it if he didn't have to use the drone at all.
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*** Mongdrigo system ***
"You sure you don't need any raw materials?" Kylie asked as the Galatae continued it' sweep of the system searching for signatures of enemy craft.
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Cardassia Prime Orbit ***
Kayle, played along hoping Saarabi's Father wouldn't kill him for this...
*** Outside Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
Alex nodded leading the way to Ground Zero of the nuclear blast, the counter-attack squad remaining with the battlmechs.
"Spy sattalites picked up something odd at Ground Zero." Alex explained...
*** Phantom docked in the Unseen Avenger ***
As the phantom docked the rear door opened and a team Of Sangheili and Huragok, moved into the ship the Floating 'Engineer' stopping to speak with, Kyva.
"Yes i know friend ,but i was unable to find any components we need, we'll have to live withe one dropship for now ,but my friends bring us some possible good news i will explain later."He told the Huragok, turning back to the humans. "Where do you propose we go?" he asked "Your welcome aboard, until we find a safe place to drop you off ,but it looks like we should head to Sangheilios and reunite with our people." Kyva said to the humans.
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*** Mongdrigo system ***
"Raw materials would be a big help, depending on what you're offering," the commander responded. "You should speak to Lord Malgus about that, though."
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets ***
Malgus looked over the squad, then back to Garrus. "Very well. Take us there. Ahsoka and I will head the effort with Red Brigade's support to take this monster down."
(Ray, did I already tell you what I envisioned was in that cave?)
*** Star Destroyer Tornado, Uncharted Location near Dromund Kaas ***
Korban raised an eye ridge. "Is there any reason I should be worried, madame?" he asked. "I've been all across the galaxy. Seen a lot of things, met many new species. As long as we keep things cordial between us, I imagine there would be little to worry about." He looked to one of his crewmen. "Set course for Earth, best possible speed."
*** Corneria ***
(Fine with me, Wilco.)
The Liberators began landing attack forces on Corneria, all around the capital, and began engaging the Sith Covenant forces that now were cut off from support.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
A female UNSC Major spotted the terrified Michen and the two men besetting him, and immediately got suspicious. "Halt!" she shouted. Armed with an MA5D Assault Rifle and armor enhanced with a light energy shield, she was far better-equipped than the two men threatening Michen. "What's going on here?"
"Just a misunderstanding, Major - nothing you need get involved in," said the man with the facial tattoos, trying to hide his weapon.
The Major looked at Michen. "These men harassing you?" she asked.
*** Phantom docked in the Unseen Avenger ***
"Fine with me," the captain said.
"Works for me, too," Morris agreed. "I can check in on my old friend."
*** Outside Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
"Define," Roc requested as he moved along with Alex.
*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
(Weaver... Rhea was not at Sol III. Mira was. Mira was the brown-furred canine Sith lady. Rhea is the anthro-arcanine Pokemorph.)
"Many of those who are Force-Sensitive are born that way - it flows in bloodlines," Praven explained. "I know not of Rhea's bloodline, nor how she came to be as powerful as she is. All I know is that I had once trained her, as I had Rellius. Rhea was... different. One might think that men would love a woman blessed with the Force, but in truth... her Force-Sensitivity is what alienated her from most men; those few that did have the courage to be with her always... mistreated her."
*** Unspecified Location, Designation: Outpost Knightmare ***
"I destroyed that Warlord long ago," Jacqueline responded. "And when it was all done, I found myself with a droid army and a fleet of derelict ships. This place... was once the Warlord's compound. So I took everything, repaired it, refitted it, whatever - and set out to protect others from suffering the same fate my people did."
*** Torrent System ***
"Careful, indeed," Torrentus agreed. "Korriban is a place of Dark Energies; the Dark Side of the Force permeates the place. A lot is buried there... things that should stay buried. The Tomb of Darth Kallig? Official Records indicate it doesn't exist. The only person in the galaxy who would know about anything related to Kallig is Darth Nox - but today, he's known as General Vokun Suleyk, of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps. Anything in that tomb, no matter what it is, that is found by Fayaar's forces in there, should either be destroyed, or if it can't, bring it to General Suleyk; He'll appreciate it. Darth Kallig was his ancestor." Torrentus paused, then said, "You should hurry; I don't know how much time you have left. I will transmit coordinates to Korriban to your ship, and give my regards to Rhea if you find her."
*** New Romulus ***
The lead officer of the group of Romulan Mercenaries approached the Faith, looking to see if anyone was home.
The Romulan at the computer raised an eyebrow, then downloaded something to a small datapad and handed it to Anna. "Head there, identify with 'Access Code: Sela-Four-Seven'." Was all he said.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
There would be much fun with the bumper cars, but it would not last indefinitely. However, when Amy and Jason got out, they noticed a lot of people gathered around a news hologram. "What the hell...? That wasn't there before," Amy commented.
*** Nephira Orbit ***
"In laymen's terms, one: This ship doesn't exactly 'land' per se, but actually sits on a gravity beam that keeps it anchored to the surface of a given world, allowing the transport of personnel, material and vehicles between the ship and the surface; two, intermittent neutrino emissions usually point to a cloaked ship. I don't know who's out here, but if they were friendly, I imagine they'd have spoken to you by now; instinct says they have other things in mind. And, since you asked, name's Silrus - Rear Admiral Silrus Enemm, Dragonarian Expeditionary Fleet. My human friends call me Russ, though. So... I'm fine either--" Silrus was stopped unexpectedly and all ships present in orbit went shields-up and weapons-hot.
Just in time, it seemed, as a Advanced-Model Bird-of-Prey (https://d1u5p3l4wpay3k.cloudfront.net/sto_gamepedia/0/06/Klingon_Bird-of-Prey_%28Norgh%29_alternate.jpg) de-cloaked with three others. Instead of fighting, however, all four ships turned and went to warp, leaving the system. "... Those ships were from the House of Torg. What's a disgraced Klingon House doing all the way out here...?" Silrus mused, as though he was unaware his radio channel with Naphira was still active.
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*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
OOC: ((Man, I am on a roll with making dumb mistakes. I'm trying to screw my head back on. So, I guess I confused Rhea and Mira because Weaver has never met a Rhea. So my brain just mixed up the two characters because only one of them he had ever met, and I didn't quite realize the conversation shifted to Rhea. I guess the name didn't stick out to me because I never saw her get much of an introduction, unless I once again missed something painfully obvious, which at this point is probably likely. I haven't been keeping strict attention to other players since they haven't affected me yet, and using that knowledge would be metagaming anyway.))
"Oh. I uh... I'm not an expert in relationships, but, there's male force-sensitive individuals too right? Were none of them eligible, so to speak?"
*** Unspecified Location, Designation: Outpost Knightmare ***
"Certainly a noble, if tortured, goal," Dusk said, "If it were me, I'd just pack up and leave after everything was said and done. Buried it away and all that. Heroics gets people killed you know?" Dusk paused, "Yeah maybe I should shut up about it. You're a better a person than I let's just leave it at that," Dusk then changed the subject, "How do I perform a refit here anyway?"
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***Nephira, Eis Glacier Outpost Alpha, Spacecraft Launch and Landing Pad***
Alarms suddenly went haywire as the ships uncloaked themselves with satellites picking up their presence. Katin quickly changed the screen to get a view of the ships before they lost them in warp. He grit his teeth and growled, feeling a sense of being completely naked as they were unable to detect ships right in their orbit. He turned to all who were in the room with him. “Listen up! I want every abled body on high alert! Engineers, I want that shuttle refurbished for deep space travel and extreme combat resourcefulness. Plus another model to go with it. We’re going to have these birds in the air in a week understand?” His voice echoed as all gave a loud response of being heard as the floor scrambled to get started.
Damien walked up to his side.“Well, Rear Admiral Silrus, whoever these Klingon people are they just made a very large mistake. How’s about you send a personnel vessel down here and join us for a time so we may discuss the next actions we should take?” He spoke into the mic. Katin calming down as he spoke as well, his ecstatic tone now shifted into a more serious nature.
“Yes, I agree. We will send you coordinates to our home so we may take these matters into a more calmer setting.” He said as he had the coordinates sent up to them.
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*Gorbis Mongdrigo, Streets*
Zadok saluted, and quickly prepared to march.
Garrus bowed deeply. “Stay safe, Lord Malgus. Your people are willing to lay down their lives in your name and safety.”
In pretty short order, there was a heavily armored vehicle prepared and the expedition was under way.
~15 minutes later~
*Gorbis Mongdrigo, near the Cave*
“I’d never believe it!” Zadok cackled, shouting over the engine’s roar. “A blue zone, out here?!”
((You may have to jog my memory))
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*** Star Destroyer Tornado, Uncharted Location near Dromund Kaas ***
Ayki laughs a bit before replying "Yes, i am pure trouble as they say, a woman of science as is." She looks around and examines the ship "Old, rustique, pure iron. Dark and rough. exciting isn't it" She says cunningly
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen was glad with the sudden turn of events, though he didn't really show it at the moment. His life had never been in danger before... At least never like THIS, despite being frozen to death only to reawaken over a hundred years later. The stress made it difficult for him to talk and find the right words. It wasn't impossible, but maybe...
The snow leopard didn't rocognise the mayor as someone of authority or as police officer, but her actions would create a window of opportunity for Michen to take defensive actions. Making a quick but stupid decision, he jumped up and bit in the lower arm of the man in front of him: the arm the man was trying to hide his gun with. He did it in the hope his attacker would drop in on the ground and would no longer be able to shoot at him. However, in this panicky course of actions, he wouldn't be able to pull the other person that threatened him into the plan.
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*** Mongdrigo system ***
"Steel and other raw metal ores." Kylie replied.
*** Phantom docked in the Unseen Avenger ***
Kyva let out a affirmative huff. "Then come to the bridge with me friends while we prepare to head to Sangheilios." Then Silver armored Sangheili said leading the way.
--- Dragon'taan, outside Draco city ---
The battlemechs had little trouble dealing with any Imperium of man vehicles and the counter attack squad assisted with any infantry daring enough to face the multi-ton fighting war machines... the battle was heavily favoring the DMC/NCC forces...
*** Outside Draco city, Alex and Roc. ***
"Sattalite imaging spotted something odd in ground zero of the blast, a metal plate, a door, maybe." Alex explained.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
Two Spartans revealed themselves from the surrounding enviroment one aiming dual M7 SMG's (https://www.halopedia.org/M7_SMG) at some of the men 'harassing' Michen. the other aiming a single M6C (http://halo.wikia.com/wiki/M6C_Personal_Defense_Weapon_System) pistol at another one of the men. "The lady said Halt." the Spartan with the smg's almost growled at the men.
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*Torrent System*
Fayam nodded, dashed back to his ship and set course to Korriban. On the way, he bred on a plan to get to Korriban unnoticed. He decided his best shot may be to just go on warp speed into atmosphere and slow down from there. Of course, he would be using his cloaking device as he did so. Unfortunately, it would stop working when the engines would shut down and if they didn't, they would produce a lot of noise. He might have to park his vessel in a cave or something, but that was a later issue.
*New Romulus*
Anna turned away and went to the designated location. She'd have to do some reckoning before she would strike. Sabotating was useless if she couldn't do it effective or fast enough. More or less she hoped for a tour so she could get a good grip on what they were plotting.
The foreman would find the gunslinger opening the door. He said, "Ah, you're here! Sorry to disappoint, but I'm the only one inside. Our captain went to meet an Obisek and hasn't returned yet. Strangely, she took her armour and weapons with her... Also, where the copilot is, I don't know. Anyway, why don't you come in?"
*Earth*
Mary replied, "No, it wasn't. But if they're doing it this way, something important happened. Let's have a look."
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*** New Romulus ***
The location Anna was pointed to was a secluded location, seeming to be a excavation site. The coordinates seemed to point into a nearby cave marked with the logo of the Romulan Republic.
The officer shrugged and went inside. "Do you have any idea when your captain will return?" he asked.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
The news hologram was a report on a military action out at Corneria, and Amy, Jason and Mary would get there in time to hear, "... and this, just in - the Sith Covenant blockade over Corneria has been broken by a joint task force between the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps, The Dragonarian Empire, the Kemorainian Star Empire, and elements of the New Cerinia Command, and the liberating forces are now landing ground forces to take back the planet.
Amy looked to Mary. "See? Nothing to worry about."
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The man with the tattoos was still, but the other man made a run for it.
*** Outside Draco city, Alex and Roc. ***
"Could be a bunker or base that these pricks are striking from," Roc suggested. "But that's just my opinion."
*** Phantom docked in the Unseen Avenger ***
The Captain and Morris both followed Kyva, both wondering how this Sangheili managed to get by completely cut off from support.
*** Mongdrigo system ***
"For that, ypu'll need to talk with Lord Malgus," the Commander responded. "I'll send word you're on your way, but I really must keep on my patrol route."
*** Star Destroyer Tornado, Uncharted Location near Dromund Kaas ***
Korban paid the comment no heed as his ship sprinted away into Hyperspace, heading for Earth. "Which specific part of Earth were you trying to get to, if you don't mind my asking?" he asked Ayki.
*** Gorbis Mongdrigo, near the Cave ***
(The beast in the cave is a good twist, and still fits what I had envisioned - a cave with natural crystals that could be adapted for use in Lightsabers, producing the Imperial Crimson blades and being much stronger than the Synthetic crystals typical in Sith lightsabers.)
"I imagine that's rare?" Ahsoka asked the Major. Malgus' attention was fixed squarely on the cave in the distance.
*** Nephira ***
Rear Admiral Silrus' ship - the Draconis Umbra - descended the atmosphere of Nephira, heading for the sent coordinates, and on arrival, deployed a gravity lift beam that anchored it there. And there, it sat, held suspended in the air. "I'll make my appearance surface-side as soon as I can; got a few things to delegate here." Silrus messaged Damien and Katin.
*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"None of them ever expressed any interest in her," Praven said. "Only men that ever did were... well, not the best of people. They seem nice in the beginning, but quickly turn into very bad, very volatile people."
"All senior personnel to the Bridge; approaching Peragus III," the intercom announced. Praven looked to Weaver.
"Are you clear on the mission, or do I need to reiterate anything?" he asked.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"The drones and worker shuttles take care of the refits - you just need to specify what refits you want. I have plenty of tech and such here, so go nuts," Jacqueline told Dusk as her ship sailed into one of the larger vacant docks.
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*** Cairo, Earth ***
One of the Spartans attempted to tackle the running man to the ground, her quick speed and reflexes clearly giving her the edge.
*** Outside Draco city, Alex and Roc. ***
"Exactly, command wants us to inflictrate that bunker and see whats up, recon only, I hope your stealth skills are up to the task."
*Unseen Avenger, Bridge "Helm Set a course for Sangheilios,warm up the old Slipspace drive, we're heading home." Kyva instructed his crew....
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*** Corneria ***
(Fine with me, Wilco.)
The Liberators began landing attack forces on Corneria, all around the capital, and began engaging the Sith Covenant forces that now were cut off from support.
(Corneria)
The squad take off their helmets, revealing who they are under the helmets.
[WF-1]
The leader was a very tall wolf, standing about 9'7", a few enhancements visible under his fur, revealing his true self. He is that, of a cybernetically enhanced soldier, just one of many in a program classified beyond reason. He was wearing a slightly bulky soldier gear set, to adapt to his size and abilities. He has an AA-12, modified to adjust to his abilities, on his back, held in place by a quick-release clip, activated by a fingerprint sensor on his chest. He has 8 drum mags on his chest, surrounding his other gear.
A P99 with 10 mags on his hips, 4 M67 Fragmentation Grenades by them, and a Sonic Emitter, of an unknown model, clipped to his chest, just below the sensor.
He introduces himself as SSG. Drone, and stands silently.
The next member of the squad introduces himself as PFC. Ratchet, and is a 6'4" tall pink rabbit, who carries a BMCR (Bullpup Multirole Combat Rifle), with 8 mags on his chest and he holds a PX4 Storm, with 10 mags on his hips and he holds 4 M67 Frag Grenades, and also has 4 Stun Grenades on his other side.
The demolitionist, SPC. Zora, 5'11", and a human female, the only one in the four squads here, holds a KSG in her arms, and 8 dual tubes that help load the shells into the shotgun. She carries a M1911, with 10 mags for it, 4 C4 Explosives, and an MGL (Multiple Grenade Launcher), with over 36 grenades stored in round circles on her back.
The last member, the medic CPL. Zom-zom, a 5'0" rabbit, carries a Famas and 8 mags for it, a G17 and 10 mags for that, 4 concussion grenades and 5 medkits.
(Omg... Finally finished one out of four...)
After they entered and introduced themselves, they waited on the leader to speak.
[WF-4]
As the 4 members filtered into the desolate streets, being wary and the leader scanning for survivors of any kind.
The leader, a cyan blue female wolf by the name of Kona, CPT. Kona, stands at about 7'5", a natural height for her kind, brought into Warfurrs after a liberation of a world unknown to anyone. She carries an MX4 Storm, with 8 mags, a P99 with 10 mags, 4 M67 Frag grenades, and has the power of telekinesis, a natural magic for her kind.
She hears voices, loud and clear, and leads the squad to a building, letting the third squad member, a bear by the name of Kasey, CPL. Kasey, take the lead.
CPL. Kasey, the demo of the group, a female bear of solid stature and a height of 8'6", uses one of her 5 Breaching Charges to blast open the door, and enters. She holds a Model 1887, with over 80 shells lining her chest and pockets. She hold a Rhino in her holster, and 10 cylinders in her hip pocket next to it. She has 5 Breaching charges in a pocket, now 4, and a Thumper next to her Model 1887, and 8 Grenades can be found in an ammo holder on her left leg. As they enter, an aqua wolf, SPC. Arkhal, takes the lead with his F2000, and its 8 mags on his chest.
Arkhal, a 6’4” wolf, also has a Desert Eagle, chambered in .44 Magnum, in a speed holster on his left hip and 10 mags on his waist. He has 4 Flashbangs dangling near the mags, and can Ghost through certain objects, like walls.
The final member, a deer, with a height of 6’9” and a male gender, enters the building last. He is PVT. Anmar, and carries a Jackhammer with 8 mags, a Mac 11 with 10 mags, 4 concussion grenades and can use Adrenaline Surge to boost the squad for a bit.
[WF-8]
As the 4 enter, the smallest one still squeaking and chittering. This one is a dutchie, a voiceless species that uses squeaks, chitters and chirps to communicate. His name is PV2. Cabi and stands at 3’6”) and he carries weapons adapted to his height. His loadout includes a FAL and it’s 8 mags, a G18 and 10 mags, 4 Frags, and a turret that he can setup and control either remotely or personally, or let the Tracking system do its job.
The next member, a quiet calico cat by the name of SGT. Nic, stands by the tent entrance. He stands at 6’4” and carries a Barrett M95, a 5 shot bolt-action .50 cal sniper. He carries it with 8 mags, an M9 with 10 mags, and 4 shock mines, good enough to render up to 8 people immobile at any one time, but has limited uses. He also carries a cloaking device, which renders him invisible to many means of seeing, although his cloak generates some heat, so Thermal Scanning can detect him.
The third member, the Red Cross badge signifying their role as a field medic, is a female cheetah, her spots giving her a menacing look. She’s 1LT. Felicia, and she carries an M4 with 8 mags, a Hellstorm, which is a 3-burst 12 round revolver, and 10 cylinders with it. She also carries 3 Flashbangs, having traded in a flashbang for the ability to carry 6 medkits, instead of 5.
The leader, a fox, stands at 6’3”, is SFC. Storm. He is holding a Browning M2 with 6 box mags, and a bipod. He also carries an Uzi with 10 mags, 4 EMPs and a can Recall back to the past by 10 seconds, affecting him only.
[WF-14]
As the Liberators and Warfurrs squad help set up the camp, the 4 of them make themselves known.
The first being the leader, a 7’8” Furred Dragon by the name of WO1. Phire. He carries an M60A1 Machine gun, and 4 box mags. He also carries an M9 with 5 mags, and can help Resupply people and soldiers with what they need, although it needs to regenerate after some use.
The next one is PFC. Willa, a small Fennec at the height of 3’4”. She carries an ACR and a Glock 23, each having 4 and 5 mags respectively. She also carries some sensors which create a sonar pulse to detect enemies, and can double as a camera.
The third one is a medic, CSM. Torren. A Black Wolf, 5’6”, and a guy with an attitude, which matches his weapons. An UMP .45 with 5 mags, a Magnum .357 with 5 cylinders, and carries 6 medkits.
The fourth member, also a medic, going by the name of SSG. Toarei, she stands at 5’9”, and is a Kitsune of a more sturdy body shape. She carries a Double Barreled Shotgun with 20 Shells, a Desert Eagle in .44 Magnum with 5 mags, and also 6 medkits.
(Finally finished this… Holy…)
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((Right. I remember now.))
*Mongdrigo, Near the Cave*
As the truck slowed, Zadok answered Ashoka.
“Very. What we’re looking at is the only blue zone outside of Gorbis Mongdrigo and Five Points. I’m not sure how it evaded our topographic scans, but we’re here now.”
The truck rolled to a halt right at the anomalous blue zone, just before the tiberium stopped. The Red Brigade dismounted and set up in a protective circle around the truck.
Lett drew a long cable from behind her ear, and plugged it into the scope on her rifle.
“I’m getting aberrant heat patterns near the cave entrance. Something definitely lives here. Hold up! I’ve got troopers in my sights. Three, Long Rangers. They’re wounded.”
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen didn't recognise the Spartans AT ALL upon seeing them, but thanks to them and the major the immediate threat to Michen's life was severely decreased. Still panting from the sudden turn of events, the stress itself now partially made place for a feeling of confusion. Yet, there was no time to think about it now. Gathering the courage and energy he had left, Michen decided to jump onto the tattoo'd man in the hope to throw him off. Even this was not a well-thought out plan, though it was definitely worth a shot despite Michen's relatively low weight.
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*** Star Destroyer Tornado, Uncharted Location near Dromund Kaas ***
"A country, i think" Ayki said "I think it's called... The united kingdom not sure if a kingdom like that would ever unit, we are a monarchy too, you know"
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***Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
As a few hours passed the two brothers made it back home in what seemed to be a large rover that was made for militaristic operations as well as being a large convoy, it was known as the A.T.L.A.S. (All Terrain Land Assault System). The city was a bustling with life. Though it looked as if they had entered a complete different time zone. Comparing to Eis’s technological structure, Ceol seemed more of a modern Renaissance in building concepts and even the way their people dressed. Though bits of advanced technology could be seen in places of stores and homes as if they were taken from their original place and stuck in a different time. The center of the city housed a large mansion that towered over the city like a watchtower. This was the home abode of the Hysteria’s.
They met in their study as they awaited for their new friends to meet them. “I hope you know what you’re doing. We’ve only just been free from war for 5 years. Now we might be fighting a fight in a place we have no knowledge about.” Damien said to his brother, pouring rum into a small highball glass.
“I honestly have no idea how this is going to go. However we cannot simply sit by as an unknown threat spies on us. We’ve dealt with monsters and beings that would probably give this Rear Admiral Silrus’ men nightmares.” He sat himself down in a lounge chair as he composed his thoughts. “Also, just in case, let’s not show all that we have to offer me and you. Our people may know what we are made of but that doesn’t mean we should flaunt it.”
Damien went and sat in front of him in his own chair. Swishing a cube of ice in his drinking glass he looked up and sighed. “I know, but if someone pisses me off enough I can’t promise my actions will follow your rules brother.”
They sat, awaiting their newly met, and hopefully allies, to come meet them in their home to further discuss this threat.
(Kingdom of Ceol looks similar to this: https://www.google.com/search?q=dark+souls+1+kingdom&rlz=1CDGOYI_enUS747US747&hl=en-US&prmd=ivn&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjgqPOmrpHdAhVDZN8KHVnQBeQQ_AUIESgB&biw=375&bih=591#imgdii=xZCn1AQq1hyxcM:&imgrc=iExGsRsyCp3eUM: )
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*** DMCS Desolator, Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
"Hm, well that sucks," Weaver said frowning. It was then at this point that the intercom gave its announcement.
"Yeah, I think I've got the mission down. Investigate the facility, don't shoot rocks. Right?"
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"Got it. Hm..." Dusk was quiet for a long moment, "Hey so, crazy idea, but the ship emitted its crew-stealing pulse when it was destroyed right? So what if we boarded it and took over the ship instead. It might not detonate if we never destroy it in the first place. Do you have any kind of boarding pods here? Some kind of drone carrying canister that can just punch through armor and just spill its contents."
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*** New Romulus ***
The location Anna was pointed to was a secluded location, seeming to be a excavation site. The coordinates seemed to point into a nearby cave marked with the logo of the Romulan Republic.
The officer shrugged and went inside. "Do you have any idea when your captain will return?" he asked.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
The news hologram was a report on a military action out at Corneria, and Amy, Jason and Mary would get there in time to hear, "... and this, just in - the Sith Covenant blockade over Corneria has been broken by a joint task force between the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps, The Dragonarian Empire, the Kemorainian Star Empire, and elements of the New Cerinia Command, and the liberating forces are now landing ground forces to take back the planet.
Amy looked to Mary. "See? Nothing to worry about."
*Korriban*
Upon coming near Korriban, Fayam doublechecked the location of the mentioned tomb. When he confirmed, he darted towards the spot of the tomb, cloaked and on warpspeed, to make a fast and unnoticed entrance. He landed as fast as he could and shut down the engines soon after. He hoped nobody realised he arrived. He drew his gun and made his way to the tomb as stealthily as he could.
*New Romulus*
Anna walked inwards, keeping the access code in mind. Unsure of what to expect, she went steadily but carefully.
The gunslinger shrugged. "I don't know. Usually she gives some estimation, but this time she didn't. The most logical thing here is that she's on a mission, and it's always unsure when we return from those. Maybe I can do some of the work for her, though. For example, I've seen battle and tactics won't be a problem for you. But, do any of your men have a secondary specialisation, like engineering, medicine or even something basic like cooking?"
*Earth*
Mary smiled. "Yeah. It'll be fine. I just hope my store didn't come out totally ruined. I would go bankrupt if it did. On the other hand, the liberating forces could be shopping there for medical supplies, in which case it would only be beneficial to me. I really like the thought of that, to be honest."
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(My apologies, Wilco, but for some reason, the data I sent you regarding the Liberation of Corneria - especially in regards to their leadership and such - seems to have disappeared. Could you please send that back to me so I can make my next post for Corneria?)
*** Korriban ***
As it happened, the Imperials remained unaware of Fayam. Deep in the tomb, in one of the antechambers, a young Arcanine Pokemorph dressed in a KDF uniform was being escorted by a fire team of Imperial Stormtroopers lead by an NCO behind a freckle-faced officer. "You're gonna help us, young creature, whether you want to or not," the officer said.
*** New Romulus ***
Nearby, in one of the antechambers, was a strange indentation in the rock wall. On further examination, one would find evidence of a false face, and an access panel behind it.
"Engineering, medicine, cooking, starship maintenance - My group has all of these things," the lead Romulan Officer responded. "And for the record, name's Temer."
*** Carnival Ground, Earth ***
"If anything bad happened, you can always petition the Dragon'taan Commerce Sector Authority for reimbursement or replacement of what was lost or damaged," Amy assured her.
"Or both," Jason put in. "The DCSA is good for it. Always was. My sister had a similar situation - a riot in her town resulted in looters stealing her supplies and trashing her store. After the DMC restored order, the DCSA stepped in and repaired the damage. Easy."
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The tattooed man scrambled to get up and run when he saw Michen leap. The gun was left in plain view. The UNSC marine tried to restrain Michen. "Easy, pal - no need to go any further. Crowley does not need to bail you out of jail with everything he has on his plate right now."
*** DMCS Desolator, Peragus III Asteroid Field perimeter ***
"And search for any survivors, and ascertain what exactly happened to the station and why we lost contact," Praven said. "I'll be in touch via comlink."
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"Not boarding pods, no - but I have transporters on all my ships, which do the same job for boarding actions. An interesting thought, sir - boarding a Herald ship. I... we can give that a whirl, and it may even point us to the Treasure system's location," Jacqueline stated. "Trouble is, we'd need to find a way to track one down. I'll scour the databanks of the ships I salvaged, see what comes up. You get your ship refitted, and don't worry about the equipment you take; I'm good for it."
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
Not long after the Draconis Umbra made planetfall, a vehicle under escort stopped just shy of the mansion, and Rear Admiral Silrus - a light brown-skinned Ryukaissen Dragonarian in a decorated, emerald-green, gold-trimmed uniform - stepped out of one vehicle, under escort by four of his kin, dressed in ruby-red armor suits with gold trimmings. Silrus looked for some way to "ring the bell" as it were, unwilling to step onto the mansion grounds lest he be accused of tresspassing.
(Just so you know, Damien, the Dragonarian race is split into two groups - the Ryukaissen Dragonarians are the Anthro Dragon-looking ones, but the females lack wings. The Terran Dragonarians are the human-looking Dragonarians with patches of Dragon skin here-and-there and the classic Dragon eyes.)
*** Star Destroyer Tornado, En Route to Earth ***
"I have heard of the place, but I have never actually been there," Korban said. He shrugged. "Come to think of it, though, I may have time to visit my brother; he lives in the UK, and has been begging me to visit him and his newborn daughter."
*** Mongdrigo, Near the Cave ***
"Wounded come first," Malgus commanded. "Call for a medevac transport. We'll stabilize the wounded as best we can till it arrives."
"What about that creature?" Ahsoka asked. Malgus looked to her.
"We'll get to that," he told her. "Patience... something you Jedi are very fond of."
"Shocking to hear a Sith say that," Ahsoka shot back. Malgus laughed lightly.
"A small part of our General Bellator that had rubbed off on me," he said. "And a long time in Carbonite to reflect on it."
*** Unseen Avenger, Bridge ***
The humans from the crashed freighter seemed completely at home aboard the SDV Corvette - as though they'd been on one before.
*** Outside Draco city, Alex and Roc. ***
Roc kept close to Alex, his AR197 kept ready to fire at a moment's notice.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake pulled into the manor driveway, shut off the engine, and immediately went to the back to get Jason out of his seat, hoping Amie was doing the same with Shiloe.
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*Mongdrigo, Near the Cave*
Zadok nodded, motioning at Krieg. "Defensive positions. Krieg, get the wounded."
The massive raccoon nodded, gingerly approaching the cave. The twenty millimeter auto cannon attached to his shoulder pointed threateningly towards the rocky maw, the built-in auto loader racking a shell. He reached for the wounded ranger, who began to scream in horror.
"No! No! T-The monster! The monst-" The wounded man got no further, before a foot-long barb shot from the cave, finishing him off.
Krieg's cannon belched hellfire and metal, as the twenty millimeter high-explosive shell smashed against the cave wall, kicking out dust and rock shards. He flinched, as the cannon racked another shell, and began falling back towards the truck.
Lett, however, had a little more luck. She drew back her wounded comrade with little trouble. After reaching the truck, she began treating the wounds as best she could.
Zadok sighed, turned to DD-18 and spoke. "You're up, 18. Get in there and clear it out."
The bot nodded and began his advance. Two slats lifted on his shoulders, revealing micro-canister launchers built into his chassis. He spoke to Malgus as he walked.
"Kersai gas. Anti-riot, crowd dispersal, and masking smoke. I'll pop a few shells in, see what the beast does. Hopefully, it'll run out this way."
18 stopped at the mouth of the cave, and with a cascade of tiny whumps, several inch-long canisters flew into the cave. The bomblets popped against the ground, releasing a soupy white smoke.
After a few moments, something deep inside the cave bellowed, and thudding footfalls approached the cave entrance.
The robo-raccoon suddenly drew his pistol, opened fire, and backed away. The nine millimeter machinepistol didn't pack the same kick as Krieg's cannon, but relied more on sheer volume of fire. However, the assault bot couldn't back peddle fast enough, and was booted from the entrance. He skittered across the ground before slamming against a large rock.
Standing in the mouth of the cave was a creature approximately nine feet tall. It was covered in an oily, dark carapace, with white patches of fur poking from various places. It's baleful yellow eyes filled the Red Brigade with fear and apprehension, but it's gaze quickly went to Malgus. The creature bellowed, revealing horrible green-glowing teeth, unfurling massive green claws, before it charged at the "Sith" Lord.
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*Korriban*
Fayam slowly went deeper into the tomb when he heard voices. He doubted if he should interfere. He got as close as possible to get a hold of the situation. For all intents and purposes, he kept his gun ready.
*New Romulus*
Anna soon figured out she was dealing with a puzzle. She revealed the access panel in a short time. She expected to need the code here.
The gunslinger clacked his tongue. "That's great. In that case, we can more than use you and your comrades. The ship is more than big enough. Unfortunately, it's going to be another week before we can actually use it. Good to have you on board, though. By the way, my name's Zealo Naye. Nice to meet you."
*Earth*
Mary scratched her head. "Oh! I didn't know. I'm clearly worrying too much. Sigh... Oh well, good to know I can lay my head to rest easily."
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
As Silrus and his escort approached the grounds a small and delicate looking Elk maid walked up wearing very nice fabricated clothes. More than usual maids are said to wear. “Greetings Rear Admiral Silrus. The kings await you in their study. You may enter as you wish and of course your escort as well.” She said as she turned for him to follow. As they made their way inside Katin and Damien both had changed out of their previous attire and into a more comfortable setting. Though a very unusual style of adornment for kings, they both were clothed in very casual garments. The room was filled with large bookshelves cluttered with very old books of varying subjects of magic and history. A large globe cut from crystal sat atop of a pedestal where it floated from a source of energy to swing about. Red velvet chairs laid about for lounging and reading.
Damien had been wearing a plain black cloth shirt underneath a snow white hooded jacket decorated in magical writings across the chest and arms while having a normal pair of black heavy cloth pants. Katin wore similar attire but opposite in color, having a black jacket with a white shirt and deep blue pants. Though abnormal for most royalty it seemed to the staff it was their norm. “Silrus, glad to have you as our guest in our home.” Katin walked up with outstretched hand for greeting.
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*** Unseen Avenger, Bridge ***
"You seem at home here, is this not your first time in a covenant designed vessel?" Kyva asked.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
"Besides, She can handle the man." The male Spartan said as his Female counterpart chased down the Tatooed man easily out running him, toying with him at this point as she simply kept up with him...
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Amie was indeed unstrapping her daughter, following behind Drake "You think Father knows?" She asked.
*** Outside Draco city, Alex and Roc. ***
the two would soon step into the wake of ground zero if they had Geiger counters the readings would be increasingly more leathel as they progressed, the battle in the background raged on behind them DMC battlemechs and imperium of man war machines fought a losing battle even with the sudden appearnce of other battlemechs it did little to stop the DMC Mechs, but In the skies above many ships started warping into low orbit, medical ships prppared to beam wounded civilians out of the outer city...
A few minutes later Alex stopped, pointing to some sort of hatch a metal version of a wine cellar door. "That's what the satellites spotted, any ideas to get inside?" Alex asked
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*** Star Destroyer Tornado, En Route to Earth ***
"As you wish" Ayki said smiling a little "Humans, what can you tell me of them, we have been monitoring them close lately, another species hone interstellar is always interesting, we don't actually know much about them"
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*** DMCS Desolator, Peragus III Asteroid Field Perimeter ***
"Got it," Weaver said, unsure of whether or not to salute. He turned towards the docking bay, provided nothing else stopped him. With permission he'd undock his ship and head towards the asteroid field at a slow pace. Power was diverted to the scanners as the Endeavor slowly weaved its way through the field.
Weaver activated his comms, "So, any exact coordinates on where this facility is, or am I just going to have to search for a bit here?"
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"Roger that," Dusk was pleased, even though there weren't any boarding pods. It was nice to get recognized for an idea. Dusk opened the cargo bay to his ship as several refitted engineering drones came out to start surveying and picking out equipment. Since everyone seemed to enjoy using cloaking tech, and he'd prefer it if his ship was out of harms way while the Herald ship took on the more expendable ships, he might as well join the bandwagon of using stealth. He'd just have to keep his own scanners down to reduce his electronic signature.
The engineers, provided they did indeed find some kind of cloaking module, would get to work installing it into the ship.
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*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
The lead officer of the Liberator force in this area handed Drone a datapad containing the details of each target needing elimination. "Be careful with them - they're not your common Sith trash."
[WF-4]
Just a block ahead, a group of Sith Soldiers were holding hostage a group of civilians in a desperate gambit.
[WF-8]
The lead officer of this area looked to the fox. "Good to have you aboard - we have a tough fight ahead of us. Think you can help push the Sith off Corneria?"
[WF-14]
The lead Medic in this area approached Phire. "You and yours all set?" she asked him.
*** Mongdrigo, Near the Cave ***
Malgus and Ahsoka both activated Lightsabers and engaged the beast.
(Ray, I'll let you make the first attack move.)
(Anna, I'll wait on your response to Alessia's idea before I continue with Korriban. I don't want Alessia to feel ignored on the matter.)
*** New Romulus ***
And indeed, she was right - Anna needed the access code for this panel.
Temer shook Zealo's hand. "What kind of ship is it gonna be?" he asked.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy patted Mary's back. "It'll be fine - just relax. Have fun while you're here."
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
Silrus met Katin's hand with his own clawed hand. "Good to meet you, majesty - good to be here." He gave Katin's hand a firm shake. "Firstly, how are you? I imagine you both are a tad shaken to know four Klingon Raiders were hiding cloaked in your orbit. My crew are digging into sources in Klingon Intelligence to try and ascertain why those four ships were here."
*** Unseen Avenger, Bridge ***
The captain shook his head. "Nope," he replied. "I've been on Covenant-designed ships before."
*** Outside Draco city, Alex and Roc. ***
Roc approached the door, examining it for a lock or hinges.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Damn straight, I think he knows," Drake agreed. "Ten creds says he's getting into uniform right now."
*** Star Destroyer Tornado, En Route to Earth ***
"I'm afraid I don't know much, myself - not of the humans on Earth, anyway. The Humans of the UNSC. There are also Humans in the United Federation of Planets out at Sol III, and there are the Humans in the United Imperial Alliance - the last one, I know much about. In case you didn't see them, many serve aboard the Tornado," Korban told Ayki.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
The refit bees and drones in the spacedock would get to work immediately refitting Dusk's vessel; Jacqueline, herself, headed onto the station, to what was once the Commandant's quarters.
*** DMCS Desolator, Peragus III Asteroid Field Perimeter ***
"Routing coordinates to you now," Praven responded. Moments later, Weaver would, indeed, get the coordinates to the facility - at the very center of the field. "Navigate carefully - and don't cause even a small spark on any of the asteroids."
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*Mongdrigo, Near the Cave*
The beast swung wildly, its claws but mere centimeters from striking the dark Lord, but was suddenly enveloped in an acrid black smoke. The creature turned to face its assailant, one large Mongdrigan toting a cannon.
If Malgus swung, he would find his lightsaber near-harmlessly recoiling off of the creature’s hide.
The Red Brigade spread themselves out,, each Mongdrigan dumping round after round into the beast.
DD-18 struggled to stand, a large dent on the back of his head.
Barbs flew from the creature’s whip-like tail. Lett yelped in pain, as a barb embedded itself into her shoulder.
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*Korriban*
If Fayam was paying close attention he might have heard a very quiet voice say "Now"
The deep tomb lit up as Blue flames in the shape of wolves suddenly appeared approaching the imperial's growling, two figures appearing only for one second a yellow Arcanine girl and a Silver vixen, vanishing almost as soon as they appeared... the two were under cloak and whatever just happend must have disabled their cloak, meanwhile the Blue fire wolves surrounded most of the imperials who held the orange Arcanine girl..
*** Unseen Avenger, Bridge ***
"We should be In Sangheilios orbit within the hour , have you ever had Sangheili cuisine?" Kyva asked, leading the way to the Galley.
*Unseen Assailant, Captains quaters*
The Navy Blue furred Fox, shot up from his sleep "Argus Status on my monitor..." he said quietly looking to the vixen next to him to see if she was still asleep
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm broke..." Amie admitted with a blush as she carried Shiloe inside.
**Dragon'taan, outer city**
The door appeared to have no handles or other way to open, but it did have some sort of odd slightly transparent lens on it.
"Wait is that what I think it is?" Alex asked pointing to the slightly red lens on the door.
The battle Raged on behind the two while low flying ships warped up surviving civlians who were injured or just out, considering anyone nearby without armor or a vehicle were likely suffering from radiation poisoning.
"Markus, scan for a Union dropship in the area, We're engaging..."She paused as a large inert Guass rifle slug flew over the shoulder of her Dog like Procyon Protomech. " Steiner forces here." She added firing lasers at the Atlas that revealed itself around the corner a Dire wolf and Timber wolf soon contributing their weapons fire as well. "Damn I hate Atlas..." Krystal grumbled firing another volley of lasers at the Steiner mech.
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*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
The lead officer of the Liberator force in this area handed Drone a datapad containing the details of each target needing elimination. "Be careful with them - they're not your common Sith trash."
[WF-4]
Just a block ahead, a group of Sith Soldiers were holding hostage a group of civilians in a desperate gambit.
[WF-8]
The lead officer of this area looked to the fox. "Good to have you aboard - we have a tough fight ahead of us. Think you can help push the Sith off Corneria?"
[WF-14]
The lead Medic in this area approached Phire. "You and yours all set?" she asked him.
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
Drone reads the datapad, making sure that him and his squad have the right stuff for it.
[WF-4]
A concussion Grenade rolls near them, before exploding and causing the Sith Soldiers to fall over in pain and dizziness, before 5 shell shots were fired, ending their lives and suffering. Anmar steps up to them and, making sure they were dead, helps the dizzy civilians up and away, back to a dropship.
[WF-8]
Storm nods, before chittering at the dutchie, who quietens down and waits. He then answers the leader "I'm sure we can be a helpful hand to your group."
[WF-14]
Phire nods. "We just have to wait for the Evac group to bring civilians and survivors back... right?"
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen stopped their actions on the spot, now that the enemy was no longer a threat. He didn't actually want to kill anyone after all. Yet, even when the stress slowly ebbed away, things were all but calm. Ever since he woke up in the future he had met a number of unexpainable events. Michen just stood there now, panting, not knowing where to go or what to do. He would like to get out of here, but wasn't sure how. They only learned one thing now: he might be a whole lot less safe here than he had anticipated.
Only one thing came to mind: sneak back to the hotel room NOW and go from there.
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*Korriban*
Fayam hardly understood the situation. Was someone using magic? Should he fire? Who were the two flashing figures? He understood the Arcanine was being held captive, but was it a good idea to free them? The choices tumbled through his mind.
*New Romulus*
Anna entered the code in the panel, and entered any passageway that would open up.
Zealo mentioned, "Well, from what I understood, it's... this ship, but huge. A huge, multi-purpose ship with all the newest bells and whistles. For context, our captain has a strange obsession to defend against the Tal Shiar since we found their secrets. She believes the new ship makes her a harder target for them, especially since we're in their crosshairs."
*Earth*
Mary nodded. "Yup. Let the vacation continue!" In her excitement, she dragged Amy with her to a merry-go-round.
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OOC: College has kicked up again, so my posts are going to slow dramatically. I'll try and keep up as best I can, but no guarantees.
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*** DMCS Desolator, Peragus III Asteroid Field Perimeter ***
"... Got it. Geez, anyone working here must have nerves of steel," The Endeavor moved slowly towards its target. Provided nothing unexpected came up, the ship would eventually make its way to the station.
"So, can any ship just dock here, or does someone need to open them up?", Weaver asked, "I can do an EVA if needed."
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"You know, I tried to setup a kind of base like this," Dusk mentioned, "they kept getting blown up though. I guess you took care of your enemies first before getting this setup together. Hopefully we aren't making another. At least, not one that's willing to hunt us down in case we botch this."
He kept watch on all of the drones, making sure that none of them accidentally cut into anything important.
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*** DMCS Desolator, Peragus III Asteroid Field Perimeter ***
"Your ship is small enough to fit inside their main hangar bay. You'll know it when you see it; it'll be the white-lit spot toward the bottom edge of the facility. And don't worry about hangar doors or EVA suits; Hangar Atmosphere is maintained by a magnetic containment field - even if the doors were open, you'd still be able to breathe normally," Praven responded.
Weaver's computer would, as he got closer to the facility, begin picking up a very weak signal coming from the same spot as the Peragus III facility. Unfortunately, as far out as he was, he wouldn't be able to discern any message. He'd need to get closer.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
The drones would be busy installing Dusk's upgrades, and a message from the drone "foreman" would come up asking - if at all - if he preferred Beam, Cannon, or Heavy Cannon weapons, and in addition to any multi-directional torpedo launchers, if he'd prefer said weapons to be Disruptor, Plasma, Phaser, Antiproton, or Tetryon weapons.
"The only enemy I had before this was that Klingon Warlord who destroyed my home and family. After I took his outpost and fleet, I took care to erase it from official records. Even if I had an enemy out there looking for me, they wouldn't know where to find me. I take great pains to ensure this place remains a closely-guarded secret," Jacqueline responded. "Drones get that cloaking device installed okay?"
*** Tomb of Darth Kallig, Korriban ***
Through means not even her captors understood, the Arcanine force-pulled her Lightsaber into her hand, ignited it - which produced an Imperial Crimson colored blade - and used it to cut her cuffs off. She then leapt back, holding her lightsaber in an unusual style - reverse-gripped. She stood ready for attack, though her captors seemed more focused on the fire creatures before them.
*** New Romulus ***
And a passageway did, indeed, open up, and a Tal Shiar officer stood in the doorway to greet Anna. He smiled and greeted her, "I'm impressed. You figured out the mechanism faster than anyone on record. Uhlan Mapes told us you were coming, but neglected to mention your name. Might I ask who you are?"
"That right?" Temer asked. "What exactly did she do to get in their crosshairs?"
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy laughed as she was dragged to a merry-go-round. Jason followed close behind.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
As it happened, Agent Crowley came up, armed with his M6H Pistol. "Michen!" he called out to him. "I came as soon as I learned! Those men... did they hurt you?"
*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
"You have your targets. If you've any questions, ask them now. Otherwise, good hunting," the officer told Drone.
[WF-4]
The civilians would be dazed, but otherwise cooperative. Further up the road, a Cornerian waved the team down, trying to run to them.
[WF-8]
"Find a hole in the Sith lines and exploit it; they haven't had time to properly shore up defenses, so we can get the drop on them if we move fast; Once you've found your entry point, radio in. We'll be hitting every hole we can find simultaneously. Kemorainians are going for the northern quadrant; Dragonarians have the south; DMC forces will be pressing from the west, I'd advise you and your team coordinate with our forces hitting from the east, which we are currently on. Again, find a hole in enemy defenses, radio in, and when word is given, we all converge at the same time. Clear?" The lead officer explained.
[WF-14]
"That's the general idea," the lead medic replied. "How much medical knowledge do you have?"
*** Unseen Avenger, Bridge ***
"A couple times," the captain replied. "Morris there likes it more than I do."
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
Saraabi was sound asleep next to Kayle.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"No you're not," Drake said in a jesting scold to Amie. "The check from your winnings last week just cleared the bank." He opened the door and walked in.
*** Dragon'taan, outer city ***
"Copy," Markus responded. "I have support en route; ETA three-zero seconds."
"Is that a retinal scanner?" Roc asked.
*** Mongdrigo, Near the Cave ***
Malgus saw an opportunity. "Master Tano..." he said, indicating a loose boulder in the cliff above. Ahsoka nodded and spoke,
"I'm with you, milord." Malgus charged for the beast, leapt, and using Force Enhancement, put a kick across the beast's face what would shatter most armors, then ran directly beneath the boulder, sending a blast of empowered (yellow) Lightning at the beast, the intent being to draw the beast's attention, draw him to the trap.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen shook his head, sitting down again. "They didn't really get a chance to..." he explained, despite still having some difficulties with finding the right words. He didn't even realise that this event would raise even more questions for him. The calm life he had before being frozen in was officially over.
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*Mongdrigo, Near the Cave*
The creature, enraged by the assault, seemed to change tact and planted its feet. With a hellish, deafening roar, the creature unleashed a gout of flame as long as a school bus, and just about as wide.
As it spat at Ashoka, it launched a barrage of barbs towards Malgus.
The Red Brigade, after securing the wounded Lett, provided a base of fire to their Lord. The guns didn’t do much, as the creature was more annoyed by the Sith/Jedi fighting team.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
“Never shaken Rear Admiral, but indeed taken by surprise. There’s much to discuss about this race who decided to encroach upon us without any sincerities.” He said as he went and grabbed a crystal bottle of a whiskey pouring it into two glasses. He offered one to Silrus.
Damien sat a bit disgruntled, “Who are these Klingons? I hope they’ve realized that they’ve severely messed up.”
(Sorry for such a late reply, things have been extremely busy as of late.)
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
(Careful with alcohol references, Damien. I don't want this RP shut down because of it.)
One of Silrus' aides handed him a datapad, and Silrus briefly looked over it before trying to hand it to one of the brothers as his other hand gently would accept the glass. "Well, you'll be relieved to know that it wasn't Klingons representing the Klingon Empire or the Klingon Defense Force that were hiding in orbit..." The Datapad would hold a brief report saying the ion trails put the four raiders on a heading for an uncharted region, speculation of a possible base there, and an analysis of the symbol on their ships, which matched the symbol (https://d1u5p3l4wpay3k.cloudfront.net/sto_gamepedia/thumb/9/9c/House_of_Torg_banner.png/519px-House_of_Torg_banner.png?version=6c59a9a6a92274a1559f61aba487acde) on the banner displayed on the report. "... they were from the now-dissolved and discommendated House of Torg. Sources are still looking into why they were here, but I was hoping you might shed some light, maybe think of something we hadn't - do you have anything that would be of value to anyone outside your world?"
*** Mongdrigo, Near the Cave ***
Ahsoka expertly projected a force barrier around her, which protected her from the flames. Malgus did a similar, but merely frontal, barrier, which would deflect the barbs harmlessly. Malgus would use for force to remove the boulder, floating it to the creature. Ahsoka did the same thing Malgus did earlier - a force-enhanced kick and other such enhanced physical attacks - but the intent now was to keep the beast in that place, so Ahsoka moved in a circle around the beast.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
"Michen, you need to come with me, now - I'll explain on the way. We need to get your possessions and get you out of here," Crowley told Michen, his tone tense and worried.
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*** DMCS Desolator, Peragus III Asteroid Field Perimeter ***
"Your ship is small enough to fit inside their main hangar bay. You'll know it when you see it; it'll be the white-lit spot toward the bottom edge of the facility. And don't worry about hangar doors or EVA suits; Hangar Atmosphere is maintained by a magnetic containment field - even if the doors were open, you'd still be able to breathe normally," Praven responded.
Weaver's computer would, as he got closer to the facility, begin picking up a very weak signal coming from the same spot as the Peragus III facility. Unfortunately, as far out as he was, he wouldn't be able to discern any message. He'd need to get closer.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
The drones would be busy installing Dusk's upgrades, and a message from the drone "foreman" would come up asking - if at all - if he preferred Beam, Cannon, or Heavy Cannon weapons, and in addition to any multi-directional torpedo launchers, if he'd prefer said weapons to be Disruptor, Plasma, Phaser, Antiproton, or Tetryon weapons.
"The only enemy I had before this was that Klingon Warlord who destroyed my home and family. After I took his outpost and fleet, I took care to erase it from official records. Even if I had an enemy out there looking for me, they wouldn't know where to find me. I take great pains to ensure this place remains a closely-guarded secret," Jacqueline responded. "Drones get that cloaking device installed okay?"
*** Tomb of Darth Kallig, Korriban ***
Through means not even her captors understood, the Arcanine force-pulled her Lightsaber into her hand, ignited it - which produced an Imperial Crimson colored blade - and used it to cut her cuffs off. She then leapt back, holding her lightsaber in an unusual style - reverse-gripped. She stood ready for attack, though her captors seemed more focused on the fire creatures before them.
*** New Romulus ***
And a passageway did, indeed, open up, and a Tal Shiar officer stood in the doorway to greet Anna. He smiled and greeted her, "I'm impressed. You figured out the mechanism faster than anyone on record. Uhlan Mapes told us you were coming, but neglected to mention your name. Might I ask who you are?"
"That right?" Temer asked. "What exactly did she do to get in their crosshairs?"
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy laughed as she was dragged to a merry-go-round. Jason followed close behind.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
As it happened, Agent Crowley came up, armed with his M6H Pistol. "Michen!" he called out to him. "I came as soon as I learned! Those men... did they hurt you?"
*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
"You have your targets. If you've any questions, ask them now. Otherwise, good hunting," the officer told Drone.
[WF-4]
The civilians would be dazed, but otherwise cooperative. Further up the road, a Cornerian waved the team down, trying to run to them.
[WF-8]
"Find a hole in the Sith lines and exploit it; they haven't had time to properly shore up defenses, so we can get the drop on them if we move fast; Once you've found your entry point, radio in. We'll be hitting every hole we can find simultaneously. Kemorainians are going for the northern quadrant; Dragonarians have the south; DMC forces will be pressing from the west, I'd advise you and your team coordinate with our forces hitting from the east, which we are currently on. Again, find a hole in enemy defenses, radio in, and when word is given, we all converge at the same time. Clear?" The lead officer explained.
[WF-14]
"That's the general idea," the lead medic replied. "How much medical knowledge do you have?"
*** Unseen Avenger, Bridge ***
"A couple times," the captain replied. "Morris there likes it more than I do."
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
Saraabi was sound asleep next to Kayle.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"No you're not," Drake said in a jesting scold to Amie. "The check from your winnings last week just cleared the bank." He opened the door and walked in.
*** Dragon'taan, outer city ***
"Copy," Markus responded. "I have support en route; ETA three-zero seconds."
"Is that a retinal scanner?" Roc asked.
*** Mongdrigo, Near the Cave ***
Malgus saw an opportunity. "Master Tano..." he said, indicating a loose boulder in the cliff above. Ahsoka nodded and spoke,
"I'm with you, milord." Malgus charged for the beast, leapt, and using Force Enhancement, put a kick across the beast's face what would shatter most armors, then ran directly beneath the boulder, sending a blast of empowered (yellow) Lightning at the beast, the intent being to draw the beast's attention, draw him to the trap.
*** Tomb of Darth Kallig, Korriban ***
The Silver vixen and yellow arcanine girl appeared again "quick let's get out of here before they figure out it's not a sith trick." The silver vixen replied pointing to the other Arcanine an Fayam...
*** Unseen Avenger, Bridge ***
"Well it is about lunch time." Kyva noted."Shall we?" he asked.
*** UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
Kayle slep next o Saraai, his arms wrapped around her.
*** Dragon'taan, outer city ***
"No it's an Infrared sesor." Alex replied fiddling with her rifle for a moment "If we can find the right frequency...." she started.
** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"it did? Still, I don't bet, you know that.
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*Mongdrigo, Near the Cave*
As Ashoka began her assault, striking the beast with her feet and fists, a clawed appendage shot out like lightning. The green claws didn’t make contact, but the Jedi caught hardened, oily black knuckles for her troubles, hard enough to buckle even the thickest section of powersuit armor.
The barbs stopped flying at Malgus, as the creature had all but forgotten him and the Red Brigade. It now had a personal vendetta against Ashoka.
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(Understood)
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
Katin read the datapad while thinking of what resource might be reason for intrusion. “That’s a hard question to answer. The resources and power management this world contains are far and few between. Each kingdom holds a significant place of resourcefulness for the economic stabilization of our world.” He said setting his glass down.
“Well Aapoak could be a target. Other than people having their own personal storage of magic power we acquire other sources from the gems and stones mined from their caverns.” Damien went to a shelf and pulled a book off it. It contained detailed notes of every gem, rock, and stone that had been discovered.
“Well there’s also the artifacts. Do these people have a deep tie to any religious beliefs?” Katin asked Silrus while Damien brought over the book for the Rear Admiral’s research.
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*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
"You have your targets. If you've any questions, ask them now. Otherwise, good hunting," the officer told Drone.
[WF-4]
The civilians would be dazed, but otherwise cooperative. Further up the road, a Cornerian waved the team down, trying to run to them.
[WF-8]
"Find a hole in the Sith lines and exploit it; they haven't had time to properly shore up defenses, so we can get the drop on them if we move fast; Once you've found your entry point, radio in. We'll be hitting every hole we can find simultaneously. Kemorainians are going for the northern quadrant; Dragonarians have the south; DMC forces will be pressing from the west, I'd advise you and your team coordinate with our forces hitting from the east, which we are currently on. Again, find a hole in enemy defenses, radio in, and when word is given, we all converge at the same time. Clear?" The lead officer explained.
[WF-14]
"That's the general idea," the lead medic replied. "How much medical knowledge do you have?"
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
Drone nods and leaves, the squad following him. They go to where they would be staying, ready to move out tomorrow.
[WF-4]
The squad, leading a few civilians along, slow down and stop by the Cornerian. "What is it you want?" Kona asks, her left hand ready to cast a spell at any signs of danger.
[WF-8]
They nod and start to leave, getting ready to head out.
[WF-14]
Phire looks at the lead medic. "All of us have medical training for any species, cause of the way our army is setup, we can treat and heal wounds and injuries from anything like dragons, canines, felines and even cervines." He says it with a slight trill in his voice.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen tilted his head and nodded, and he couldn't surpress a soft smile as Crowley said that. Apparently they both had the same idea. The feral didn't know where to flee to, though, so he was about to just follow Crowley. They didn't have any posessions to leave behind yet anyways - not besides the intercom badge Crowley gave him that was still in the hotel room. Of course Michen forgot all about that thing now he approached the agent, tense, but without hesitation.
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*Korriban*
Fayam blinked. A Force user? He didn't understand. He decided it would be best to unleash a salvo on the captors- within seconds, he fired a bunch of bullets in their direction. He didn't bring any type of bomb with him, but maybe he could destroy the tomb another way.
*New Romulus*
Anna replied drily, "No fuss. I puzzle often." This statement was actually correct. She paused for a second to cook up a random name. She laid a hand on her handle and in a flash, she knew what to answer. "Anyway. I'm known as the Blademaster. I generally never give out my real name. Just a safety precaution." She decided it would be easiest to keep orbiting the truth without giving them anything to actually work with. It would change, however, the instant she activated her sword.
Zealo scratched the back of his head. "Ehm, you see... we spilled some of their secrets all around the galaxy. So... Yeah. You bet they're angry at us."
*Earth*
At the time they arrived, the rows in the carnival had grown a lot. Mary's smile dissipated. "Aw man, looks like we're past down hours."
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*** DMCS Desolator, Peragus III Asteroid Field Perimeter ***
"Got it. I'm... getting some weird signals here. I think it'll clear up once I'm inside. Maybe it's the crew?"
The Endeavor navigated its way towards the hangar and proceeded to dock. Weaver tried his best to strengthen the signal, but to no avail. He wasn't much of an engineer, so he'd just have to rely on getting closer for the moment.
As the ship initiated automated docking procedures, Weaver went to the airlock and donned a more heavy rig. It had a few more gadgets and gizmos than his standard civilian outfit, and he thought it'd be best if he came in with some kind of contingency in case something went wrong. It wasn't a combat suit, but it was better than nothing.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
If Dusk made it out of this alive, he'd have one hell of a ship at the end of it. This was nuts. Beam and Disruptors seemed like a good choice. If the goal was boarding the ship, then disabling it without destroying it would be a good idea. Dusk signed off on the upgrades.
"Yep. Cloaking field is good to go. Uh... I should thank you for all of this. I thought we were just going to set off towards our objective, but giving all of these upgrades is pretty generous. Hopefully that treasure system truly does live up to its name."
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*** Peragus III Mining Facility Approach, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"Possibly - any idea what they're saying?" Praven asked.
The closer Weaver got to the facility, the clearer the signal became. By the time he began docking, the signal was crystal clear... but the message wasn't. It was a simple military flash code depicting a series of numbers: 3, 17, 13, 5, and 7. The message did not say what those numbers were or what they were for.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
(Weaver, I'm not disputing your choice - Disruptors are my fave, and it is possible to disable a ship with them - but I think you need to acquaint yourself with the weapons I described in my last post. Just look them up in Google. Like "Star Trek Disruptors". The weapons and tech Jacky uses is primarily Star Trek.)
"I'm nothing if not generous and hospitable," Jacqueline responded. She looked over the reports of the upgrades. "Disruptors, eh? Not a bad choice. You taking any torpedo launchers with that? Might come in handy."
*** Tomb of Darth Kallig, Korriban ***
Fayam's sudden appearance startled the orange Arcanine woman, and she whirled on Fayam with a swing that would have taken a man's head off. The Imperial Captors were quickly put out of the fight, but radio traffic would alert other Imperial forces nearby.
*** New Romulus ***
The officer curled his lips and shrugged. "A sensible precaution in times like this. Please, do come in," he said, stepping aside to allow Anna in. The door would shut itself afterward behind her.
Temer laughed. "That's funny. You must have real gall to pick a fight with the Tal Shiar like that. Seems more and more people are getting bolder against the Tal Shiar, ever since Hobus."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy spotted a dining area. She tapped both Jason and Mary on the shoulder. "Come on - let's get a bite to eat."
*** Cairo, Earth ***
Crowley would wait till he and Michen got back to Michen's hotel room before locking the door behind him and slapping a device on the door, sealing it from eavesdroppers, and then speaking to Michen: "Listen fast, buddy - we don't have a lot of time. You've been marked by a group of Insurrectionist Conspirators known as Majestic twelve. We don't know much about them. The man with the tattoos on his face was one of their primary and best agents - Walter Simon. I don't know what they want with you, but if you don't want to find out, we need to get you off-world. I'm sending you to a man I've known for years - an ex-Sith, Mathayus Indari. Many of my buddies in ONI knew him as Darth Faasnu. You can trust him. Get that comm badge, get anything you need, and let's get going; our transport leaves in less than an hour."
*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
The officer went back to his own work as Drone left.
[WF-4]
"My wife and children are trapped in a building not far from here! You gotta save 'em!" the man begged. "I heard the DMC and allied forces made planetfall, and I left to try and get one of you! You gotta help them! They're all I got!"
[WF-8]
As they headed out, other forces surrounding the capital spread out, locating weak points and waiting on the word to converge.
[WF-14]
"Then you'll do us a world of good," the lead medic said. "We'll be getting plenty of patients."
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"Klingon 'religion' - and I use that term very loosely - is far more militant than any race I have ever encountered. That being said..." Silrus accepted the book after taking a sip of his drink, noting the strong taste with evident impressment on his face. "... these gems and stones you mentioned - can they focus or amplify energy? I know that the United Imperial Alliance uses Kyber Crystals in some of their weapon designs."
*** Mongdrigo, Near the Cave ***
(Not trying to be too picky, Ray, but for future reference, that's "Ahsoka", not "Ashoka".)
The hit on Ahsoka would knock the wind out of her, but no more. She had sustained worse blows before. She was on her feet in an instant.
But that brief struggle was all that was needed. Malgus had the massive boulder over the beast. He released his Force Grip, and watched what he hoped would happen.
*** Unseen Avenger, Bridge ***
"Certainly, Shipmaster," the captain answered. He followed Kyva, then spoke again, "By the way... I never did get your name."
*** Dragon'taan, outer city ***
Roc shrugged, slung his weapon, opened a part of his wrist gauntlet, tapped in a command, approached the sensor, and hit a button with the gauntlet in close proximity to the sensor. An electrical surge shot into the sensor, fried it, and the door would open like a rose. Roc looked to Alex. "Salvaged Yaut'ja tech," was all he said before unslinging his weapon and cocking it.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
As they entered with their kids, they were immediately greeted by Kyle. "Drake! Amie! Oh, thank the Force you're alright! Are the kids okay?" he asked as he straightened his uniform.
*** Reach Orbit ***
In the quiet of Orbit over Reach, an unexpected, unexplained disturbance happened: The unmistakable form of a CIS Lucrehulk-class Battleship dropped out of Translight Speed. Hot on it's case were a team of four Raider ships - two Ch'tang-class Birds-of-Prey (https://d1u5p3l4wpay3k.cloudfront.net/sto_gamepedia/3/36/Klingon_Bird-of-Prey_%28Ning%27tao%29.jpg?version=15a5c97121229d91b959e049933c3264) and two Mogai Heavy Warbirds (https://d1u5p3l4wpay3k.cloudfront.net/sto_gamepedia/d/dc/Rom_Ship_Mogai.jpg?version=49b712933d07c32d9d727275dbb7d533), all emblazoned with a symbol of a Red XII. They attacked the ship, and after some time as UNSC ships were arriving on the scene, scored a critical hit and sent the Lucrehulk plummeting into Reach's atmosphere. One of the raiders sent a heavily-encrypted signal planetside, and all four ships left, cloaking as they did.
*** Kaidon's Office, Sangheilios ***
Sunsets on Sangheilios were always beautiful to Thel. Ever since the end of the UNSC-Covenant War, Thel took the time to appreciate each one. Even as the galaxy raced headlong to galactic war. But this time, the Sangheili were on the right side of the conflict.
A knock on the door alerted Thel to the presence of another. "Kaidon, the UNSC representative has arrived," she said. Thel recognized the voice. It was that of his daughter. Thel didn't face her, but nodded over his shoulder to acknowledge her. "Send her in, please." Silence settled as the aide left, and Thel waited.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
“That’s a bit of a difficult question to answer. We have gems that work well as catalysts, and crystals that house their own source of power as a core energy component. It all depends on what the need is and then the corresponding stone will be used.” Katin said. He went over to a pedestal with a sheathed longsword resting on a rack laid, and beside it were two twin revolvers racked next to it.. He picked up the sword and one pistol and took them to a table and placing them down. He then grabbed a necklace he was wearing under his shirt, a silver chain with a strangely colored stone that shifted colors with the light, and set it down as well. “Let me give you an example.” He said, unsheathing the sword and holding it up. A purple gem gleamed in the hilt. “This Amethyst is a catalyst for my magical energy. When I hold it, it pulls from me and molds it into strikes as I swing it.” Damien walked up to the pistol as he twirled it in his hand. He opened the chamber as the center was filled with a yellow gemstone.
“This Chrysoberyl does the same, except it manifests my energy into ammunition to fire off.” Damien said as he picked up the necklace. “This, however, is Ammolite. Unlike the others, it houses immense power on its own. So instead of being a catalyst for others, it’s set inside its own object as a catalyst to mold the energy it has.” He set it down on the table. “Would any of these be significant for them?”
(As a note, every gemstone I list is real. You can look them up to see what they look like if you want a clear image.)
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*** Kaidon's Office, Sangheilios ***
A human clearly of high ranking status due to his uniform and a Khajiit wearing some sort of flight suit entered the office.
"Kaidon." the human Saluted while the Khajiit behind him prepared something on a holopad. "The UNSC has agreed to your proposal, however we will only be able to provide half of the required materials mostly medical supplies for the agumentation.
"That's where I come in.' The Khajiit spoke up. "With a little help The DMC Armory will be able to fill the rest of your material needs, we'll also be producing your Centurion's armor." The Khajiit explained.
** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"G-GRandpa your k-kinda choking me!" Shiloe managed to make out, still in her mother's arms.
"M-me tooo!" Amie blurted out.
*** Dragon'taan, outer city ***
"impressive." Alex replied jumping into the door, she and Roc would land in an empty room, full of large crates.
** Unseen Avenger, Bridge ***
"Kyva, Kyva Katomei." The Sangheili ship master answered as he lead the way to the mess hall.
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*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
The officer went back to his own work as Drone left.
[WF-4]
"My wife and children are trapped in a building not far from here! You gotta save 'em!" the man begged. "I heard the DMC and allied forces made planetfall, and I left to try and get one of you! You gotta help them! They're all I got!"
[WF-8]
As they headed out, other forces surrounding the capital spread out, locating weak points and waiting on the word to converge.
[WF-14]
"Then you'll do us a world of good," the lead medic said. "We'll be getting plenty of patients."
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
The squad reach the tent that they'll be using and start planning.
[WF-4]
Kona nods. "We'll save them sir. In the meantime, please go with the others." She says, as she sends Arkhal off to grab the man's family, and the others put the current survivors (15 in total) onto the dropship and it leaves, arriving at the camp in a short time.
[WF-8]
The squad make their way to a small encampment that seems empty. As they enter, and radio in their position, Cabi chitters to Storm, as he senses that something seems off.
[WF-14]
Phire nods, before seeing the dropship come down. "Speaking of the devil, some are here." He turns to his squad. "Toarei!" The kitsune perks up and turns to him, seeing the dropship. "Aye aye sir." She says, securing her gear and going to help Phire and some of the others with the civilians that have arrived.
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*Mongdrigo, Near the Cave*
(I knew it looked wrong. My mistake.)
The was a solid, terrible crash as the boulder landed. The beast, now trapped beneath the stone, gave one last awful bellow, followed by a wheeze. Then the light left its eyes.
Zadok, after patching up Lett, jogged over to Malgus.
“Well done, my Lord,” he said with a chuckle. “Never seen a raptor get put down with a rock.” He sighed, checked his magazines, and motioned to the cave. “But no time to rest, we gotta find that monster.”
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
"Okaaay..." Michen sounded a bit confused as he was saying that, not fully understanding what was exactly going on. He hesitated for a moment, but then the feral went to the desk next to the bed and put his paws against it to lean against it. That way Michen managed to pick up the comm badge with his mouth, careful not to damage it, then pushed himself away from the table to land on the ground with all paws again. The snow leopard had used the bed to sleep in even though it wasn't really necessary, so it made sense for him to have left the comm badge there. Then he returned to Crowley, as there wasn't really anything else that could possibly be important for now.
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*** Cairo, Earth ***
"Let's get moving - if we're lucky, we'll slip past any more MJ12 agents," Crowley suggested. He would lead Michen to the door, then look around outside before walking into the hotel proper, and would lead Michen to the city streets. "Stay close," he told Michen.
*** Mongdrigo, Near the Cave ***
Malgus bumped Ahsoka on the shoulder. No words needed to be said for her to get the message: "Thanks." Malgus looked to Zadok. "Anything you can tell me about that monster would be invaluable in defeating it."
*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
As the group started planning, the Sith Covenant forces were doing their best to shore up defenses for the coming assault.
[WF-4]
The man heads out, and the family sits, terrified, in a collapsed building not far from the team.
[WF-8]
The campsite showed no signs of combat, but equipment was scattered about - almost as though the inhabitants suddenly dropped what they were doing and ran.
[WF-14]
The other medics and doctors also saw to the arriving civilians, patching up those that were injured and such.
*** Kaidon's Office, Sangheilios ***
Thel turned to face them. "That is more than satisfactory," he said. "I already have volunteers ready for this project. Am I safe to assume you have a training ground selected?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle released Shiloe and Amie. "Can you blame me for worrying?" he asked. "Did you run into any trouble getting here?"
"No, thankfully," Drake replied.
*** Dragon'taan, outer city ***
"What's in the crates, I wonder...?" Roc mused. He kept an eye on his motion tracker. "Showing clear... for now. Where to?"
*** Unseen Avenger, Bridge ***
"Captain Forbes," The captain introduced himself. "Always a pleasure to meet a Sangheili."
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"The Ammolite sounds like our best lead - fits something that a rogue Klingon House would be after. That just leaves the question of what they intend to do with it," Silrus stated. He paced momentarily, before his thoughts were interrupted by his communicator, the speaker speaking in his native tongue. Silrus frowned, spoke in his language, and the response only deepened his frown. He looked to the brothers. "You're not gonna object to another representative coming here, are you?"
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*Mongdrigo, Near the Cave*
Zadok shook his head.
“Sorry, my Lord. I don’t know anything about what’s in the cave. Our only conscious Ranger bit it when the raptor stepped out. Though, he’s got a few weird marks on his armor. Looks like impact dents, like a hammer, and dark, circular burns on his arms and armor. I would’ve had 18 take samples, but the tiberium started sprouting before I thought of it.”
Zadok sighed and scrabbled at his ear.
“Raptors don’t leave bodies, and scarabs are too big for caves. I can’t wrap my head around it.” After a few moments, the short Mongdrigan spoke. “Lett’s wounded. We’ll stay out here; that ruckus will have drawn attention.”
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
Katin and his brother glance at each other before looking back at Silrus. “It’s no problem at all, though it seems there might be a problem on your end. Is there something we should be aware of?” Katin asked, setting the weapons back on their pedestals.
Damien was over in his chair whispering, like he was having a conversation with himself. If a sharp ear were to catch it they could hear him saying, “Yes they are draconic. No, I will not ask them that. Because we’re in a bit of a diplomatic situation right now.”
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen snorted quietly out of his nose, but didn't exactly object. Rather, he did just as Crowley suggested. Well, what other options did he have, really? It wasn't like he was able to come up with any better plans. Yet, even with Crowley right THERE, something didn't quite feel safe. If an entire group was after him... Well, what could even happen? Come to think of it, even if he felt safer alone hidden in an alley, he really wouldn't be at all.
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*Korriban*
Fayam quickly ducked when he saw the canine coming at him. The strike went just over him. When he realised he wasn't dead, he shot the tomb's structural parts so it would collapse, destroying what was inside. Then, he made a run for his ship.
*New Romulus*
Anna walked past him, keeping her ears and eyes open.
Zealo replied, "Well, if I remember correctly, it wasn't quite intentional. However, when we got involved we didn't try to get out of it. So... I suppose you could say we didn't truly mind." Then, the door opened and revealed the mechanic. He raised an eyebrow to Temer. "Who's this?" he asked. Zealo made a quick introduction, "Koman, this is Temer, a mercenary captain. Temer, this is Koman, our mechanic."
*Earth*
Mary replied, "Good idea. I'm getting hungry."
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*** Kaidon's Office, Sangheilios ***
"Actually we were hoping you had an area since it's Sangheili we're dealing with." Keri replied.
*Korriban*
"WHAT THE!?" said a voice as two figures rushed to leave the tomb....
*** Dragon'taan, outer city ***
"Supplies, looks like they intend to stay here for awhile." Alex replid.
** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"No but you could loosen your grip a bit next time." Amie noted.
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*** Peragus III Mining Facility Approach, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"Yes. Well... no. It's just a bunch of numbers. Hold on..." Weaver slowly read the message aloud, "Three, seventeen, thirteen, five, and seven? Does that mean anything to you?" He wasn't going to leave the ship just yet. If it was a code for imminent danger, then he didn't want to be on the other side of the door.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
(OOC: Gotcha. I probably should've asked what tech this stuff was based on.)
"Actually, scratch that," Dusk said, "those Tetryon weapons knock out shields yeah? Might make it easier to plow a boarding ship through their hull. Torpedo launchers sound like a good idea too."
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Everyone in this RP is advised to refer to the first page of the RP. Available planets list has been moved to a google doc. Let me know if you are having trouble accessing it. Also, if anyone has further planets they want added, or do not see their planet listed in the doc, let me know via PM.
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*** Peragus III Mining Facility Approach, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
Praven frowned on hearing the numbers. There was a long pause before he replied, "No specific meaning to me, but I'd imagine it's a code for something. A door, perhaps? Or a turbolift? Got me."
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"Not gonna object," Jacqueline said. "There's more than enough tech to go around, so go nuts." She downed a bite of pie.
*** Kaidon's Office, Sangheilios ***
"Indeed, I thought you might ask, so I had one selected," Thel responded, bringing up a holographic image. "This world... were calling it New Skrilex. It has all the environments our troops would need to train to operate in - desert, forest, jungle, you name it. And it's close to Sangheilios. This could also be where you train your next generation of Spartans, the V generation. If we train the Spartans and Centurions together, it should produce the bond between the two groups that is needed for them to operate."
*** Korriban ***
Fayam would find a group of Imperial troops standing between him and his ship, and the orange Arcanine on his six.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"So it seems," Roc replied. "These hostiles... what do you know of them?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You stay here with the kids - I'm gonna go see what just happened," Kyle said, finishing straightening out his uniform and heading out.
*** New Romulus ***
The officer guided Anna through the bowels of the hidden outpost. He stopped at one particular room, where a massive, green-glowing device sat. "And there it is - one wide-dispersal Thalaron bomb. We're still getting the triggers for it, but once we have it, transporters will beam that to the Romulan Republic's home base, and boom - end. Of. Rebels. There is only room in this galaxy for One Romulan Empire, after all."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy and Jason both led Mary to the eatery and sat down at the bar counter. Amy ordered a cola, Jason a ginger ale.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
Crowley led Michen to a waiting transport, the turned to Michen. "Alright, this transport is bound for Dragon'taan. Your ticket has already been paid for by ONI; Remember, you're looking for a Jedi named Mathayus Indari, or Darth Faasnu. He answers to either one. If he's not at the Dragon'taan Jedi Temple, head for Indari Manor. It's east of the capitol city. Now, get on board before MJ12 sees you... and good luck."
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
One of the Klingon Empire's premier captains in the KDF - Brigadier Kault - is on approach. Says he tracked an unidentified communication signal to this area. He may be able to ascertain where exactly those Torg ships went," Silrus said. "And we also received word that a Starfleet Vessel is on approach, representing the United Federation of Planets. Did you guys send out an open comm signal recently?"
*** Mongdrigo, Near the Cave ***
"Very well; call support if you need it - Ahsoka, you might want to come with me. I'm gonna see what's in this cave," Malgus said, starting for the cave entrance.
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**Sangheilios Orbit**
The Unseen avenger dropped out of slipspace in orbit of Sangheilios, one of the Sangheili walking into the mess hall to inform the Shipmaster soon came to his side. "Right signal the planet." He said to him.... the ship soon sent a hail to the planet hoping that they could now reconnect with their bretheren.
*** Kaidon's Office, Sangheilios ***
"That's sufficent." The two replied.
*** Korriban ***
Faya, would also soon find the yellow Arcanine and a silver vixen heavily armored behind him.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Nothing." Alex replied, looking around for a door that lead deeper into the bunker.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Don't need to tell me twice." Amie replied already playing with Shiloh.
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*Mongdrigo, Near the Cave*
The cave was immaculate, absolutely no tiberium growth within it's confines. There were, however, large crystals protruding from the rocky walls. They would appear familiar to both Malgus and Ahsoka, as they used similar crystals in the construction of their lightsabers. Furthermore, the cave resonated with the Force. It was the only place like it on Mongdrigo. The Force-users would feel empowered, far beyond their normal limits, like a planet's worth of the Force was focused into this one area.
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The world of Odessen, home planet of the Eternal Alliance under Supreme Commander Luro 'Mantakar, is now available. Consult the Google Doc for details.
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*** Mongdrigo, Force Cave ***
Malgus and Ahsoka both took in the enormity of the cave, and it's heavy Force presence. "Incredible..." Ahsoka said.
"This place... it could be a perfect Forge to send initiates who complete their training," Malgus stated. He grabbed his comlink. "Zadok... get a line to my ship. Get my Force adepts down here. And after that, get in here. You'll want to see this." He approached one of the crystal formations, using the Force to loose a piece, holding it in his hand. It glowed with a red glow, but not the usual bright shade that typical Sith blades had. This was an Imperial Crimson. Malgus briefly attuned the crystal, then used the Force to telekinetically disassemble his lightsaber, remove the synthetic crystal in his lightsaber, replacing it with this new crystal. After re-assembling his weapon, he hit the activation, and the darker, Imperial Crimson color became the blade, and Malgus could feel his connection to the Force heighten. "Remarkable..." he muttered.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
The Unseen Avenger would be almost immediately hailed by one of Sangheilios' orbiting ships. "Unidentified craft, please identify yourself," commanded a Sangheili voice.
*** Kaidon's Office, Sangheilios ***
"Then it's settled, then. I will dispatch the ships and volunteers to New Skrilex, and we will set to work. I would advise sending your own personnel there as soon as you're able; the sooner we get the facilities set up, the sooner we can begin training our soldiers in earnest," Thel suggested.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Roc kept his weapon leveled, ready to fire at a moment's notice as he followed Alex.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Be careful, dad," Drake told his father. Kyle smiled and winked.
"Aren't I always?" he rhetorically asked as he went out the door. Anna walked into the foyer from Kira's room, dressed in her disheveled uniform.
"I was afraid he'd say that..." she sighed. She paused, then cursed under her breath. "Drake, watch over your sister - Kyle, wait up!!!" and chased after Kyle.
The Scottish accent of the aged dragon of the family, Draco Indari, chuckled, "Where one goes, the other often follows." Jason looked up at the dragon. "Grandpa!!!" he greeted him.
Drake nodded his head sarcastically as he went and closed the door. "Nice timing, Grandad."
*** Odessen ***
Luro sat meditating in his chambers, deep inside the base of the Eternal Alliance. He had since upgraded his ship, now commanding - despite his reservations - a heavily-modified and up-scaled Wrath-class Dreadnought (http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y43/PhantomVX4/Wrath.png) that sat in orbit. His XO - the former-Prince of the Eternal Empire, Arcann - saw to the day-to-day operations of the Eternal Alliance while Luro had some time off to recuperate. Even so, he sensed a disturbance in the Force; it was subtle. Luro almost didn't feel it. And he wondered if Arcann had felt it.
As it happened, he did, but Arcann was too busy to meditate on it. Being XO was a very demanding position, but Arcann gladly shouldered the burden for his Sangheili companion and superior officer; his way of atoning for his past crimes, and that of his family's. An older woman clad in ornate white armor walked onto the bridge. Senya. "There has been a disturbance in the Force," she said.
"I have felt it," Arcann admitted.
Before either of them could continue, a lone ship (https://d1u5p3l4wpay3k.cloudfront.net/sto_gamepedia/thumb/0/02/FleetDhelan.png/800px-FleetDhelan.png?version=82ffb6eedb06f00bdcda02f2ce012b2f) dropped out of Warp. The both of them could only sense one person aboard, amidst multiple oscillations of energy they assumed to be droids. The ship sent out an open hail:
"This is Captain Mesmerin Argent of the starship Argent Dawn... Requesting permission to resupply and refuel my ship here."
The emerald-colored anthro-dragon with the steel-gray eyes sat back in the captain's chair of his vessel. It was a little beat-up, but it was home. He waited for the response.
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*Mongdrigo, The Cave*
Suddenly, Malgus’s saber flared. Arcs of red lightning traced their way up the blade from the blazing energy discharge. The blade gave off a louder hum, indicating an extreme increase in power.
A mechanical groan sounded over the thrumming, as something moved. A large orange droid bearing the mark of the Techno Union unsteadily thudded towards the intruders. Ahsoka would recognize it as a crab droid.
The droid loosed a piddly burst of blaster fire, though the shots were extremely underpowered. The optic lights on the droid flickered, indicating some sort of power failure.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen looked at Crowley, with a... strange look on his face. "Wait. A jedi? Have I landed in the Star Wars universe or something? What the heck is going on?" If the feral wouldn't know any better, they'd say the situation would get weirder each minute. Of course he DID know better, so they just said it in his head. Of course, everyone who knew Michen a little bit would be able to tell he did so by simply looking at him.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
“Wait, a United Federation? We’ve sent no open communications outward. The operation you found us in was the first tested flight past our atmosphere. We hadn’t planned on looking for communications until we had finished our first starfleet to set for long journeys.” Katin said with a bit of caution in his voice.
“Wait, if we didn’t send out any outbound communications then why are they here?” Damien asked as he walked over to a window to look up at the sky.
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*Korriban*
Fayam hissed. "Sheets." This was trouble. Shooting the soldiers would be madness. He hoped the tomb would collapse either way, but if anyone could identify him this would be over. He eyed the Arcanine. There was still a chance. He whispered to her: "Hey. We can't let them report this. We have to take them out together. You with me?"
*New Romulus*
Anna invisibly raised an eyebrow. So this was the bomb. She realised setting it off was the worst possible option. It would kill them and halt their plan, sure, but it'd kill her too despite her full armour. Maybe if she could get a trigger first somehow... Or she could just go with the option to kill everyone involved. The latter would be riskier, though. For clarity, she asked: "Just to give me an idea... How powerful is this thing? Comparable to nuclear weapons?"
Meanwhile, Koman asked Zealo, "What is that guy doing here?" "He's looking for a place for his crew, and our new ship fits that bill nicely. You can expect him to bring a large amount of our new crew. Speaking of crew, where's Johnny?" "Oh, Johnny? He went out of town to cruise in his cycle. He told me he'll 'see when he returns', a.k.a. he doesn't know. Anna hasn't been back yet from her mission?" "Nope. Missions are commonly not in the span of two hours, mind. Anyway, why'd you not get aquainted with Temer? He'll fill our ship, after all."
*Earth*
Mary went for a simple orange juice and looked at Amy and Jason. She asked, "I wonder. What actually brought you to become Jedi?"
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*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Brothers do you not remember us?" Kyva asked "This is the Unseen Avenger we have returned home!"
*Korriban*
"And what about us?" The Yellow Arcanine asked, motioning her head to her silver vixen friend.
*** Kaidon's Office, Sangheilios ***
"Agreed" Boht UNSC repsentative and Kiri replied walking out of hte office as they prepare things.
**Dragon'taan, Imperium Bunker. "I'm stil; reading low levels of radiation in here." Alex noted "as if there are more nuclear devises here it's not your standard radiation."
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*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Sounds like they have more long-term plans," Roc commented. A soft clatter caused him to shift his aim to whatever was the source of the disturbance.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"The Unseen Avenger?" the Orbital Traffic Controller commented. There was a pause before she continued, "The Unseen Avenger was reported MIA over twenty years ago! Stand by..."
*** Kaidon's Office, Sangheilios ***
And, likewise, Thel started sending off orders from his computer. The project resources and ships began to mobilize.
*** Korriban ***
Rhea didn't immediately answer Fayam, but leapt into the Imperials' midst and began a vicious assault. Several of the Stormtroopers ran from her, straight for Fayam.
*** New Romulus ***
The Tal Shiar officer scoffed. "Worse. Thalaron Bombs like this can wipe out entire colonies like what the Republic has up topside, with none of the structural damage a Nuke would cause. Perfect for eliminating people to occupy their base." The officer frowned slightly. "Are you not familiar with Thalaron Radiation? It's quite infamous, you know. Banned in the Federation and the Klingon Empire."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"You sure you want to hear that tale? It's a long story," Amy told Mary.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
"No time to explain, pal - get going," Crowley told Michen. He then turned and left, vanishing in the crowd.
"Last boarding call, UNSC Express to Dragon'taan; Last boarding call," came an announcement in the loudspeakers.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"I wish I knew," Silrus replied. "I'll wager things will become clearer when our friends from the KDF and Starfleet arrive."
As though on cue, the first ship to arrive was a Negh'Tev-class Heavy Battlecruiser (https://d1u5p3l4wpay3k.cloudfront.net/sto_gamepedia/thumb/0/03/Negh%27tev_Heavy_Battlecruiser.PNG/800px-Negh%27tev_Heavy_Battlecruiser.PNG?version=c53d3ae14595390269b0b1bd9bc04fde). It sent out an open hail:
"This is Brigadier Kault of the IKV Wayward Prince - we received word that the House of Torg had been operating in this area. If anyone, local or allied, can hear me on this channel, please acknowledge this transmission."
*** The Cave, Mongdrigo ***
Malgus would simply reach out with the Force in an attempt to crush the droid into a ball of metal and wiring.
"What are those things doing here...?" Ahsoka mused.
*** Odessen Orbit ***
"Attention, Captain Argent - you have been cleared for docking. Starship crews will refuel your ship, and you may purchase your supplies at the Trade Sector down planetside. Welcome to Odessen," came the response Mesmerin was waiting for.
"Helm, move us to dock on the station," Mesmerin commanded his droid helmsman. The droid acknowledged, and the Argent Dawn began moving again.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen rolled his eyes. Now that was useful! The badge he was carrying dropped during the conversation with Crowley, so he'd have to pick that up first. The feral lied down and used both front paws to get it back in his mouth as quick as he could. Surprisingly it only took a few seconds to do this. It's amazing what you can achieve when you're in panic mode, though it can sometimes also be a bother. As he had the badge again, he quickly stood up again and rushed on board of the shuttle.
Inside, Michen looked around. Okay, now what? The snow leopard had never been in outer space before! Well, you couldn't blame him for that. How was he supposed to take a seat? Jump on a chair and hope for the best? It all reminded him of something that was similar, yet different, very long ago. It looked the most like a train, except it didn't FEEL like a train. This situation felt... strange in it's entirety, and somewhat alarming as this thing was supposed to bring him to safety. How much time had he spent hibernating, again?
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*Korriban*
Fayam quickly drew his gun and shot the troopers coming at him. In the mess, he souted, "I'll need you two as well. Make sure none of these troopers are left standing- and make sure nobody will ever lay their hands on whatever is in that tomb, if it's not already collapsed."
*New Romulus*
Anna said truthfully, "To be fair, this is my first encouter with Thalaron weaponry. Though, if I hear you speaking, Thalaron radiation is far worse than nuclear radiation. If any government officials find out about this, they're really gonna hate it, I'm sure." She tried working out a plan. If it really was that powerful, it might- rather, it was likely to- do collateral damage to the surrounding area if she detonated it in here.
Koman inspected Temer from top to bottom. Eventually, he mumbled, "Well, if Anna wants crew..." He sat down next to him and started a conversation. Zealo left to get a bite. "Was it you and your crew Zealo challenged at the shooting range?"
*Earth*
Mary shrugged. "I'm not in a hurry or something," she said as a hint.
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*The Cave, Mongdrigo*
A horrible metallic groan filled the cave, as Malgus easily crushed the crab droid.
Behind the wrecked droid sat a lone skeleton. It’s tattered garb and off-white color indicated that it had been there for quite some time. A data pad sat propped against a nearby rock, looking a little worse for wear. It showed no signs of power, but was not in any way broken.
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*Korriban*
Fayam quickly drew his gun and shot the troopers coming at him. In the mess, he souted, "I'll need you two as well. Make sure none of these troopers are left standing- and make sure nobody will ever lay their hands on whatever is in that tomb, if it's not already collapsed."
*New Romulus*
Anna said truthfully, "To be fair, this is my first encouter with Thalaron weaponry. Though, if I hear you speaking, Thalaron radiation is far worse than nuclear radiation. If any government officials find out about this, they're really gonna hate it, I'm sure." She tried working out a plan. If it really was that powerful, it might- rather, it was likely to- do collateral damage to the surrounding area if she detonated it in here.
Koman inspected Temer from top to bottom. Eventually, he mumbled, "Well, if Anna wants crew..." He sat down next to him and started a conversation. Zealo left to get a bite. "Was it you and your crew Zealo challenged at the shooting range?"
*Earth*
Mary shrugged. "I'm not in a hurry or something," she said as a hint.
*Korriban*
"Yeah about that," the silver vixen, name Nari began "I was looking for sith relics specicially holocrons in there..." She pointed out shooting a trooper.
** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Indeed." Alex replied also turning to the sound, it was just a unusually large rat, probably mutated by the radiation. "That's not good."
**Sangheilios, Unseen Avenger***
"Brothers we have returned, perhaps you can arrange a meeting with someone to catch us up on lost times?"
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*** Peragus III Mining Station ***
Weaver frowned, "I'm sure we'll figure it out. Hopefully anyway." He opened the door to his ship and stepped outside. Hopefully the power was still on, but just in case, he had a flashlight with him as well. He look around, searching for a way further into the facility.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"Correct me if I'm wrong," Dusk began, "but did you mention you had some kind of plan to find one of these Heralds?"
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*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
As the group started planning, the Sith Covenant forces were doing their best to shore up defenses for the coming assault.
[WF-4]
The man heads out, and the family sits, terrified, in a collapsed building not far from the team.
[WF-8]
The campsite showed no signs of combat, but equipment was scattered about - almost as though the inhabitants suddenly dropped what they were doing and ran.
[WF-14]
The other medics and doctors also saw to the arriving civilians, patching up those that were injured and such.
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
{Leaving alone for now}
[WF-4]
The squad make their way to a collapsed building, in which Kona could feel some life in. "Here!" She calls out, and the squad enter through their various methods, and make their way to the family.
[WF-8]
Storm looks around, curious. He studies a few of the items, and the results seem to surprise him.
[WF-14]
{Leaving alone for now}
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
Katin rubbed the temples on his head, “Oh boy. Okay, if this is going to escalate to something this large then I need to contact the other ruling families. Damien why don’t you go give a response to our friends up above?” He
“Right, seems tonight is going to a long one.” Damien grabbed a digital tablet that lay across the table and left the room to answer the call.
Katin stepped to Silrus, “Rear Admiral, should Nephira be preparing for an onslaught? Or is this simply a tactical move for a small group to terrorize those beneath them? Either way would you be so kind as to join us in the meeting hall and introduce yourself to the rest of the world’s rulers?”
As Katin spoke with Silrus, Damien made his way to the central communications hub in the mansion. A room similar to that of the one in Eis, filled with computers and advanced tech. He sat at an intercom and spoke, “We hear you loud and clear. This is Damien Hysteria, king of Ceol of the planet Nephira. You have our undivided attention and support to dock a cruiser down on the planet surface and join us and Rear Admiral Silrus in discussion over this threat. Sending you coordinates now.”
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*Korriban*
Fayam shouted, "What? But I'm under strict orders NOT to let anyone have the stuff inside!"
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*** Korriban ***
Rhea continued slaughtering every imperial she saw, until she stood amid multiple bodies. Her glare was centered on Fayam, her lightsaber was still active, held reverse-gripped, and she began walking toward Fayam.
*** New Romulus ***
"That was us," Temer replied. "Even with their weapon of choice, I was impressed."
The Tal Shiar officer moved ahead. "In here is our listening post, where we gather all our intelligence," he told Anna, walking into another room with multiple computer terminals. The senior NCO there looked up from her desk, and frowned slightly, inclining her head to the right a little. If one were to go by her expression, one could surmise she felt Anna to be familiar. Still, her expression turned normal and she stood and saluted the officer.
"Subcommander Jurok, sir!" the NCO greeted the officer.
"This is Centurion Veles, she oversees our Listening Post operations. Veles looked to Anna, and nodded, giving a subtle wink at the same time.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"Acknowledged, but be advised - the Wayward Prince is not suited for atmospheric operations," Kault responded. "We will be transporting down to your location in a few."
Shortly thereafter, a heavy-set Klingon flanked by a pair of Gorn beamed in, appearing behind Silrus in a bright flash of red light.
*** Corneria ***
Travis continued to monitor the reports of Corneria's liberation from orbit. So far, things were quiet.
[WF-1]
The Sith Covenant forces waited for the inevitable assault, knowing this was going to be a rough fight, doubtful they would hold out indefinitely.
[WF-4]
The family sat huddled in a corner that was intact, and one of the children - a little boy only a few years of age - clung to his mother in fear.
[WF-8]
The scan would indicate nothing wrong with the equipment, but would also reveal traces of Nadion particles near them. That meant one thing.
Whoever was here was disintegrated by a Disruptor weapon.
*** Peragus III Mining Station ***
As luck would have it, the power was on. And functional. A door nearby stood ajar, and it seemed it had been for some time. Beyond lay a tunnel that lead to a decontamination room - which was inactive - and a series of halls that lead to a room overseeing the hangar, the control room. There was, however, a problem.
The controls to the turbolift that went to the dormitory section were burned out by what appeared to have been a mining laser, though the laser itself was not present The damage was minor, but the problem Weaver would face was that the damage had been used to surgically remove the control conduit that would make the turbolift operational. The only other door that was operational was one that lead to the fuel depot.
"Praven to Weaver, status?" Praven spoke to Weaver, his signal showing a slight sign of static.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"Not as of yet, but I've been looking over the cases where these Heralds have made an appearance... it seems they're drawn to conflict. So either we need to find someplace a battle is raging, or go pick a fight with someone. Fortunately, there are many a pirate and raider operation in this galaxy. It would be a trivial matter to find one. So we go pick a fight, and let the Heralds come to us. It's not much... but it's a start," Jacqueline explained.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Are they not normally that big on Dragon'taan?" Roc asked.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Of... of course," the Sangheili replied. "I will alert Kaidon 'Vadam. For now, feel free to dock aboard the station."
"They seemed surprised to hear from you," Morris commented.
*** The Cave, Mongdrigo ***
Malgus and Ahsoka approached the skeleton, and Ahsoka picked up the datapad. "So someone was here before," she noted.
"Malgus to strike team - Major, has anyone ever spoken of this cave before?" Malgus asked over the comlink.
*** Cairo, Earth ***
The patrons of the space cruiser would pay Michen little heed, as though a Feral on a transport like this was an everyday occurrence. One vacant seat was immediately ahead and to Michen's right, next to a window that would offer Michen an unfettered view of the stars.
"Ladies and gentlemen, and all others in between, if you would please take your seats, we will be casting off shortly," spoke a flight attendant over the ship's PA.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"Well... Jason and I were trained as Jedi long ago, well before the events that became known as Order 66," Amy replied, taking a swig of her now-arriving drink.
"Do you know anything about Order 66?" Jason asked Mary.
(Didn't want to dump a long story on you, Anna - wanted to take it step by step, offer you chances to make your own comments.)
*** Odessen ***
The Argent Dawn docked at the orbital station above Odessen, and Mesmerin started for the airlock, donning his hooded black cloak that obscured his lightsabers from view.
(If anyone wants to volunteer ideas for an adventure or two with Mesmerin, shoot me a PM.)
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*The Cave, Mongdrigo*
Zadok answered after a few moments. “No sir. The only notes on this cave are topographic data and shallow soil scans.” A few moments of silence passed before the Major spoke again. “Looks like there was some sort of orbital impact, but that’s an ancient report.”
The data pad bore, again, the symbol of the Techno Union. Etched on the back was simply ‘A. Murdok’
A substantial amount of dust drifted from the pad as Ahsoka picked it up.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
With the unexpected beam of light transporting them into the room, Katin jumped back as the bright light broke revealing their new guests. He took a brief moment to gather himself from what just happened. He stood back up straight, “You do know we have a door right? It’s the polite way to enter one’s home. Especially that of royalty sir.”
Damien came back into the room, glancing over at the new guests in the room. “Well, that was fast. Oh hey brother, I went ahead and sent word to the other kings and queens. They’re waiting for us whenever we are ready.” He said, as he turned back and walked out, not before grabbing a long white and hooded cloak on his way out from a coat hanger by the door.
Katin turned to the Klingons and Silrus, “I guess it’s show time. If you would follow me to the hall then we can get started.” He said as he grabbed a black cloak similar to his brother’s from the same coat hanger and throwing it over his shoulders. He awaited the others to follow before escorting them.
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~ Earth, Cairo ~
Michen snorted through his nose and just sat down on the ground at the empty seat. Was he supposed to fasten a seat belt? Yes? No? This was all so new to him that it didn't really make any sense. Though, seeing that the seat indeed had seat belts, he jumped on top of the chair and put down his badge.
Next he started messing around with the seat belt. He tried to get it on his own, but that didn't work. Yeah, that wouldn't do. He jumped off the chair, then used his paws and and his mouth to fasten the belt. Then he picked up the badge again and jumped on the chair again. Nope again. The feral forgot to incalculate that the seat belt actually needed to protect him somehow. Were there no feral-friendly seats or something?
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*Korriban*
Fayam put his gun away, but was still focused on the pair of figures. His attention was away from Rhea. Suddenly, a loud noise and a huge plume of dust rose from the tomb. It was paired with a minor earthquake.
*New Romulus*
Anna squinted her eyes. She picked up the subtle motions, and wondered why she made it. Did she recognise her despite the armour? It did make her look like a robot, after all. Perhaps she knew the armour itself? She replied formally, as if she didn't notice it, "Veles, call me Blademaster."
Koman sniffed. "His weapon, bad? Trust me, it's a star on the long range. If he can see his target, he can hit it. Doesn't make clean kills, but very accurate and deadly. No wonder it's a sniper rifle. I've seen him use it often enough to know its properties."
*Earth*
Mary frowned. "Well, I heard of it. It was something about killing all Jedi, if I remember correctly?"
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*Korriban*
Fayam shouted, "What? But I'm under strict orders NOT to let anyone have the stuff inside!"
__ Korriban __
"Somebody misinformed you, so what am i suppose to say to my superiors?" Nari asked, whatching Rhea deal with the Imperial troopers out of the corner of her eye.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Not the feral four legged kind." Alex replied
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"It's a long story for now, let us celebrate, finnallly being home, well our home anyway your welcome to join in the festivities I imagine "Just Floats will be happy to see others of his kind again, we've had a hard time keeping him together." Kyva explained about his Huragok Friend.
*Reach orbit**
A random Paris Frigate, suddently appeared over reach exiting slipspace the ship seemed heavily modified most of it's weapons including the MAC cannon had been removed replaced with what appeared to be Terra forming tools and cargo bays.
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*** Korriban, Outside Tomb of Darth Kallig ***
Rhea closed the distance between herself and Fayam, and held her lightsaber pointed at his throat. "Who the hell are you, and what are you doing here?!" she hissed.
*** New Romulus ***
Jurok was about to say something when an aide of his came up and whispered something in his ear. He sighed wearily, then told Anna, "I'll let you two get better acquainted. I must see to another matter." He walked out of the room with the aide, and when he was clear of the room and the door shut, Velen looked to Anna with a smug smile. "I know who you are. You're not the only agent acting on behalf of the Romulan Republic. Did Kararek send you? Or did Obisek?"
Temer shrugged. "We prefer disruptors, honestly. And you needn't worry, we brought our equipment with us."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"That's correct insofar as it goes," Amy responded. "The Sith Lord called Sidious - most of us knew him as Chancellor, and then Emperor, Palpatine - brought Order 66 down on the Jedi. Jason and I barely got out of there with our lives."
"And in the times since, we'd been growing closer," Jason said with a sly look at Amy.
"We hooked up with our squad, and began running our own ops against the Empire, and attracted the attention of the Rebel Alliance, about six years before the Battle of Yavin."
"Ah, yes - Yavin... we weren't part of the Starfighter Strike Fleet that destroyed the Death Star, but we did have a hand in evacuating the Rebels from Yavin IV afterward," Jason commented.
*** Leaving Earth Orbit ***
As it happened, while there were no feral-specific seats, the seat indeed had a feral-friendly belt, activated by the light swipe of a paw, which would secure Michen in place as the transport began lifting off.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
Kault and his Gorn escorts, plus Rear Admiral Silrus, followed behind. In orbit, a lone Excelcior-class Cruiser Refit (https://d1u5p3l4wpay3k.cloudfront.net/sto_gamepedia/thumb/2/21/Federation_Advanced_Heavy_Cruiser_Retrofit_%28Excelsior_class_%28refit%29%29.png/800px-Federation_Advanced_Heavy_Cruiser_Retrofit_%28Excelsior_class_%28refit%29%29.png?version=3513a544d780cd1162b20b052079acd2) dropped out of warp, and sent out a hailing signal, but no message. A sensor sweep was directed around the surrounding area.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"I've got a bad feeling about this..." Roc commented, moving further into the bunker. "Why aren't they rushing us?"
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"... Just Floats...? Oh, you mean the Huragok?" The Captain asked.
*** Reach Orbit ***
A pair of Halberd-class Destroyers approached the new arrival. "Unidentified craft, please transmit ID Transponder Code," Requested one of them.
*** The Cave, Mongdrigo ***
"A. Murdok...? Now why does that sound familiar?" Ahsoka mused.
Malgus examined the skeletal remains, trying to ascertain anything out of the ordinary. He looked up and saw the datapad. "I doubt that thing still works - The Force only knows how long it's been here," he said.
"No, but with some fresh power, maybe a new battery, we could get it working again," Ahsoka responded. Malgus rose to his feet, and activated his Comlink. "Major, the cave is clear. Have you contacted my ship yet?"
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*Mongdrigo, The Cave*
"Yes sir. I contacted them as 18 pulled the data for this cave," Zadok answered quickly. "They should be here any minute."
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*Korriban*
Fayam flashed his eyes between the people surrounding them. Then, he explained, "Listen. I came here in the name of Darth Torrentus and Chancellor Durok from the house of Pegh. My mission was supposed to be a complete secret, but, well, that went crook. The point is, they wanted to keep the tomb of Darth Kallig with everything in it a secret. So when they found out, they sent me." He realised he told only half the story, but it was best if they didn't know more.
*New Romulus*
Anna stood perplexed. When she saw nobody around to overhear them, she switched the voice modulator off and said, "Obisek sent me. How'd you know?"
Koman noted, "Your group will have to wait for a few weeks, I'm afraid. You had quite a large group, from what I've seen, and our current armoury is not large enough for all their gear. This ship can hardly carry such numbers of people in the first place. I guess we could stow our cargo bay full, but that would not exactly be comfy. Anyway... can your group handle general spaceship tasks?"
*Earth*
Mary said, "So you joined the Rebels then, huh?"
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*Korriban*
Fayam flashed his eyes between the people surrounding them. Then, he explained, "Listen. I came here in the name of Darth Torrentus and Chancellor Durok from the house of Pegh. My mission was supposed to be a complete secret, but, well, that went crook. The point is, they wanted to keep the tomb of Darth Kallig with everything in it a secret. So when they found out, they sent me." He realised he told only half the story, but it was best if they didn't know more.
*New Romulus*
Anna stood perplexed. When she saw nobody around to overhear them, she switched the voice modulator off and said, "Obisek sent me. How'd you know?"
Koman noted, "Your group will have to wait for a few weeks, I'm afraid. You had quite a large group, from what I've seen, and our current armoury is not large enough for all their gear. This ship can hardly carry such numbers of people in the first place. I guess we could stow our cargo bay full, but that would not exactly be comfy. Anyway... can your group handle general spaceship tasks?"
*Earth*
Mary said, "So you joined the Rebels then, huh?"
*Korriban*
Nari sighed, reaching out at tapping Rhea's saber with one of her claws, The crimson saber would fizzle and turn off, if Rhea was force sensative she could clearly sense the void in the force that was this odd silver vixen. "You could start with some LESS aggressive tactics." Flier the yellow Arcanine spoke up her eyes locked with the Red Aracnine's, something was odd about those two Arcanines and Flier had an odd feeling in her stomach as she stared into Rhea's eyes.
"You still will need to give me more of an explnation." Nari noted to Fayam.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Suddenly a bunch of the oversized rats charged at the two "Maybe keeping your mouth shut is a good idea?" Alex sort of sarcasticlaly said as she opend fire on the swarming Rats.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"We've done our best to keep him working ,but i feared only others of his kind can help restore him, speaking of which, helm"
The 'Avenger' would send out a message requesting Huragok as soon as the ship docked with the station.
*** Reach Orbit ***
The paris frigate name slightly faded and scratched read "Limeroad" the ship complied sending it's transponder specs.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
They all had entered a room well lit by large candles and crystals that hung from the ceiling like a chandelier. A large round stone table that has been carved into a smooth slate flat surface with engravings etched into the corners and sides of magic symbols. There were six large throne-like chairs at every interval of spacing around the table, accompanied by smaller chairs around the room. Damien and Katin stood by two that sat side by side. At the far end of the room was a wooden archway made from an intertwined tree’s roots. that stood alone.
“Aperi Porta!” said Katin with an outstretched hand towards the arch. It hummed with magical runes emerging from the cracks in the roots. A swirl of white magical energy filled the archway. Within seconds emerged a gathering of figures. The first was a tall and large lion knight, about 6’7, gathered in ceremonial plated armor stained in crimson with gold trimmings. Next came an aquatic man of shark-like nature dressed in polynesian garbs with tattoos covering his grey skin. After him was an arctic white snow leopard heavily clothed for the cold, but in such garments that were elegant and highly appraised in quality of materials. Finally there was a woman who’s attire consisted of an elizabethan style of dress adorned with cogs and other mechanical attributes (Steampunk royalty). They all took their respective seats with an entourage of guards beside them.
“Welcome all, to Ceol. It’s nice to see you lady and gents again. Allow me to introduce Rear Admiral Silrus, and Brigadier Kault. These gentlemen come from other worlds entirely and are here to help with a problem that we may have become involved in.” Katin said as he left the floor open to Silrus and Kault to speak.
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~ Leaving Earth ~
In Michen's trial, he found the feral belt. Wondering how it would work and prying it a bit, he activated it by accident, securing him into place. Huh, neat. It wasn't very comfortable, but it'd have to do. Apparently they were expecting ferals to board more often. They didn't have too much mental energy left to think about that right now, though. All the sudden events that just happened used up more than he'd expected. They didn't really feel like he'd be able to rest right now, though.
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*** Leaving Earth ***
The cruiser left Earth and entered orbit, making for the edge of the gravity well before starting jump calculations. "Ladies and gentlemen, anthros and ferals, we are now leaving Earth Orbit. We'll be making the jump to slipspace, and will be arriving over Dragon'taan in just a few hours. Thank you for flying with the UNSC." There would be a slight shudder as the ship went into Slipspace, and shortly thereafter, the fasten seat belts light above Michen's head switched off. Others undid their belts and began talking and moving about the cabin - except for another feral, a female leopard, who sat three seats to Michen's right.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"We'll tell you what we know - which, unfortunately, isn't much," Silrus began. "We came here in peace, looking to open trade negotiations after one of our own that had a tie to the Force learned of this planet in a vision. When we arrived, however, we found four Klingon Raiders hiding cloaked in orbit. We have confirmed that these ships are from the fallen Klingon House of Torg."
"The house of Torg is a House that shed it's honor, collaborating with the Tal Shiar, much like the House of Duras did," Kault put in. "I was there to witness Torg's treason firsthand. I do not know of what interest they have in your world, but my Dragonarian colleague and I are working to learn just what it is they want. I also have a colleague in Starfleet - who, I imagine, will have arrived in your orbit by now - who was sent here by a Jedi who also learned of this world through the Force."
"Neither of us know anything of the Force," Silrus said. "But we have heard many instances where the Force has warned people of impending trouble, or led them to worlds like yours."
*** Korriban, Outside Tomb of Darth Kallig ***
Rhea looked between Fayam, Flier and Nari, then finally huffed. "We can catch up later; we need to get back to my ship, take it back from those Imperial ****heads."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Roc likewise opened fire, firing on the unusually-large rats.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
Of course, Huragok would be assembled for the Unseen Avenger, and waited at the airlock for the ship to dock.
*** Reach Orbit ***
There was a pause before the two destroyers began moving away. "You are cleared for operations - follow your present course," transmitted the one who'd requested ID.
*** New Romulus ***
"You're not the only one who's infiltrated this post; but none of us are in any position to sabotage the Thalaron Bomb without arousing suspicion. That's where you come in; your cover identity allows you unfettered access to it. You can put it out of commission and they'll never be the wiser," Velen responded.
"We used to operate on a space ship. Didn't your colleague tell you that?" Temer asked.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"Yes - and we helped through many battles," Amy said.
"It was some years after the Battle of Hoth that we came in contact with the forces of the Triple Alliance," Jason said as a waiter approached their table.
"Can I take your orders?" he asked.
*** Mongdrigo, The Cave ***
Not long after, several drop ships arrived, and troops came out. The medics went for the wounded, while the lead NCO approached Zadok. "Staff Sergeant Nolan, Major. Where's Lord Malgus?"
*** Odessen ***
Mesmerin made his way around the trading post, taking in the sights. The Eternal Alliance certainly didn't take chances with security. Guards were everywhere. He wondered if the stories of the EA were true - that Force Users from both sides of the Force were here.
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*Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior*
Zadok thumbed at the cave entrance. “He’s in there, hunting the monster. Careful goin’ in. I haven’t heard much else beyond something metal getting mashed.”
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*Korriban*
Fayam nodded. "Of course. Isn't it the "KMT"? Because if so, that's what I'm here for."
*New Romulus*
Anna raised an eyebrow. "Ah, that explains. There's just one thing... I don't know how. I've never encoutered something this dangerous before."
Koman replied, "No. You heard it for yourself- all he told me was you were some mercenary leader, and your name. But, knowing that will help us. I would call Anna now, but I can't. She's on an infiltration mission and contacting her now might get her killed. So, you see. I can, however, note Johnny. He'll be able to handle this better. I don't get why Zealo didn't, though..." He said this last while reaching for an earpiece on his belt.
*Earth*
Mary said, "I feel like going for a meal salad- vegan, please."
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
(Forgot animal description for the steampunk queen. She is a pangolin. https://wildplanetphotomagazine.com/2016/protecting-the-pangolin/)
The lion king stood from his chair, towering over most everyone, “So you say a group of dishonorable degenerates have assumed they can approach our home with intent for invasion or something otherwise detrimental?” He brought his hand down on to the table as the table shook from the force, “Disgraceful! They even dare approach like an assassin hidden and scared of confrontation. The cowards.”
“Easy Benroy, your fiery spirit can get the best of you.” Katin said as he sipped a glass of water from a goblet before him.
“Actually, we have a theory that these invaders may be plotting an attack on Aapoake.” Damien said. The other rulers turned an eye to the pangolin queen.
“You believe these miscreants are to attack my home?,” she scoffed, “Let them try, just because we are humble miners and dirt workers doesn’t mean we can’t be ready for a good scrap.” She said.
“Esme, this is far more than a small grudge match. Listen to our new allies, let them explain what’s truly at stake here.” Damien said turning to Silrus, “If you’d be so kind to explain what we’ve discussed Rear Admiral?”
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*** Corneria ***
Travis continued to monitor the reports of Corneria's liberation from orbit. So far, things were quiet.
[WF-1]
The Sith Covenant forces waited for the inevitable assault, knowing this was going to be a rough fight, doubtful they would hold out indefinitely.
[WF-4]
The family sat huddled in a corner that was intact, and one of the children - a little boy only a few years of age - clung to his mother in fear.
[WF-8]
The scan would indicate nothing wrong with the equipment, but would also reveal traces of Nadion particles near them. That meant one thing.
Whoever was here was disintegrated by a Disruptor weapon.
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
The squad makes their move by silently leaving the camp and moving on to the first target, a Lord Tornadus. As Drone checks the bio on said Lord, info about them starts flowing in.
[WF-4]
Kona, using her senses, finds the family first and calls the others, before starting to reassure the family that they're safe. She had taken off her helmet to try and help the family calm down.
[WF-8]
Storm sniffs and sneezes. "Nadion... Something's not right." He radios in, saying they got their spot, but that he smells Nadion particles around. "Do you know anyone that would use a disruptor?" He asks, waiting for a response.
Cabi, in the meantime, was inspecting the equipment left behind.
[WF-14]
After everyone was patched up and in, Phire sighs and stands guard by the gate, ready to move for the next load.
The dropships head back out towards the ruins.
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*** Leaving Earth ***
The cruiser left Earth and entered orbit, making for the edge of the gravity well before starting jump calculations. "Ladies and gentlemen, anthros and ferals, we are now leaving Earth Orbit. We'll be making the jump to slipspace, and will be arriving over Dragon'taan in just a few hours. Thank you for flying with the UNSC." There would be a slight shudder as the ship went into Slipspace, and shortly thereafter, the fasten seat belts light above Michen's head switched off. Others undid their belts and began talking and moving about the cabin - except for another feral, a female leopard, who sat three seats to Michen's right.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"We'll tell you what we know - which, unfortunately, isn't much," Silrus began. "We came here in peace, looking to open trade negotiations after one of our own that had a tie to the Force learned of this planet in a vision. When we arrived, however, we found four Klingon Raiders hiding cloaked in orbit. We have confirmed that these ships are from the fallen Klingon House of Torg."
"The house of Torg is a House that shed it's honor, collaborating with the Tal Shiar, much like the House of Duras did," Kault put in. "I was there to witness Torg's treason firsthand. I do not know of what interest they have in your world, but my Dragonarian colleague and I are working to learn just what it is they want. I also have a colleague in Starfleet - who, I imagine, will have arrived in your orbit by now - who was sent here by a Jedi who also learned of this world through the Force."
"Neither of us know anything of the Force," Silrus said. "But we have heard many instances where the Force has warned people of impending trouble, or led them to worlds like yours."
*** Korriban, Outside Tomb of Darth Kallig ***
Rhea looked between Fayam, Flier and Nari, then finally huffed. "We can catch up later; we need to get back to my ship, take it back from those Imperial ****heads."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Roc likewise opened fire, firing on the unusually-large rats.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
Of course, Huragok would be assembled for the Unseen Avenger, and waited at the airlock for the ship to dock.
*** Reach Orbit ***
There was a pause before the two destroyers began moving away. "You are cleared for operations - follow your present course," transmitted the one who'd requested ID.
*** New Romulus ***
"You're not the only one who's infiltrated this post; but none of us are in any position to sabotage the Thalaron Bomb without arousing suspicion. That's where you come in; your cover identity allows you unfettered access to it. You can put it out of commission and they'll never be the wiser," Velen responded.
"We used to operate on a space ship. Didn't your colleague tell you that?" Temer asked.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"Yes - and we helped through many battles," Amy said.
"It was some years after the Battle of Hoth that we came in contact with the forces of the Triple Alliance," Jason said as a waiter approached their table.
"Can I take your orders?" he asked.
*** Mongdrigo, The Cave ***
Not long after, several drop ships arrived, and troops came out. The medics went for the wounded, while the lead NCO approached Zadok. "Staff Sergeant Nolan, Major. Where's Lord Malgus?"
*** Odessen ***
Mesmerin made his way around the trading post, taking in the sights. The Eternal Alliance certainly didn't take chances with security. Guards were everywhere. He wondered if the stories of the EA were true - that Force Users from both sides of the Force were here.
** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
As Alex and Roc continued to fight off the unsually sized rats, above ground the battle was going well DMC and NCC forces were easily pushing back Imperium and Steiner forces..
*Korriban*
"I still need something to take back." Nari noted.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
the ship docked and immdiantly the Huragok went to work, first fixing the lone Huragok floating in the hanger,
**Unseen Avenger, Mess hall **
"Well while we wait for the Kaidon to arrive I suppose we can eat." Kyva said walking up to the service counter.
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*** Korriban, Outside Tomb of Darth Kallig ***
Rhea stopped mid-step on Fayam's last comment. She looked back with a vicious glow in her eyes at him. "What did you just say?" she asked.
(In all seriousness, Anna, what was KMT again? I can't find where or what I referenced there.)
*** New Romulus ***
"I might be able to help there - one of the Tal Shiar agents here, man by the name of Sular, is... well, he's become..." Velen seemed a bit embarrassed. "... let's just say he and I are very close, and he has serious doubts about his allegiance to the Tal Shiar. He knows the bomb inside and out, and he can help you find a way to render it... inert. I think he's in the crew barracks right now, if he isn't working on the bomb."
Temer shrugged. "Got me," he commented.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy ordered a steak, and Jason ordered a burger. "So anyway, after contact with the Triple Alliance emerged, everything changed," Amy continued.
"I'm assuming you've never heard of the Triple Alliance, correct?" Jason asked.
*** Unseen Avenger, Mess hall ***
"I'm assuming you've been out of touch with galactic events, am I right?" Captain Mortis asked Kyva.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"What the hell are these things?!" one of the troopers exclaimed. But Roc just dispatched the rats like a machine.
*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
Lord Tornadus was meditating in his makeshift meditation chamber, seemingly oblivious. The truth, however, was quite the contrary; he knew well the Orbital Blockade had been broken. And he was ready to fight.
[WF-4]
The little boy cried, scared of Kona, but the mother seemingly recognized that this was not one of the Sith that had conquered the planet. "Have you come to help us?" she asked.
[WF-8]
"Not on Corneria, no," radioed the response. "Be on the lookout - the only faction I know of that uses Disruptors with Nadion Pulses is the Klingons; likely the rogue houses of Torg or Duras. Still, it's strange they'd be here - they never had any interest in Corneria."
[WF-14]
One of the guards leaned closer to Phire. "Sith certainly aren't the friendliest rulers, that's for certain," he commented, indicating the myriad of injured and wounded patients.
*** Mongdrigo ***
Several soldiers went for the cave, and a few Sith Acolytes arrived on the scene. Two of them had Electroblade Training Blades, the third had an actual Lightsaber. The one with the Lightsaber approached Zadok and bowed. "We've come to investigate a disturbance in the Force. Is everything alright here?" He then noticed the dead beast. Looking between it and and Zadok, he commented, "Your kind certainly are courageous, I'll give you that."
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"We suspect the Klingons of Houses Torg and Duras are after a specific gem mined in your land - Ammolite. We think they intend to use it to upgrade their weapons to levels beyond what the Klingon Defense Force currently has. What purpose there is behind that is unclear; we also suspect the Romulan Tal Shiar may have had a hand in them learning of it, though that's just speculation on my part."
"I would concur with this speculation - and with the suspicion that Torg and Duras are after Ammolite. Both houses are always looking for new weapons and technologies to use against us, and anyone else unlucky enough to cross their path; they've become little better than pirates," Kault agreed. "And a Tal Shiar involvement would explain how these rogue houses learned of it, though I cannot imagine how a Tal Shiar agent could operate here without you knowing of it."
"It still wouldn't be surprising - unless..." Silrus' voice trailed off as a thought came to him.
*** Odessen ***
Having gotten what he needed, Mesmerin was back aboard the Argent Dawn, getting ready to head off to parts unknown...
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*Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior*
Zadok shrugged nonchalantly. “Eh, just another day in the field. It’s what’s in the cave I’m worried about. Lord Malgus did respond, so I’m sure he’s okay. But stick around, I’ve a gut feeling we’re gonna have company.”
Lett, still nursing a wounded shoulder, perched atop the boulder that crushed the raptor. She held her rifle against her hip, using the scope as makeshift binoculars.
“Dust cloud,” the raccooness called. “Moving this way. Scarab probably.”
Zadok nodded. “Okay. 18, get on the horn, get a Hunter out here. We don’t have the firepower to deal with that.” He glanced at the acolytes’ weapons and shook his head. “You three, go to Lord Malgus. Your fancy swords won’t do much to a scarab.”
DD-18 knelt down, pulling an antenna from the top left of his head. He quickly spoke to the quick-reaction crew, who began preparing their mechs.
*Gorbis Mongdrigo, QRF barracks*
“Rise and shine, Hunters!” Captain Merrick Duggs shouted at his sleeping platoon. As the groggy Mongdrigans got out of bed, with a few groans of protest, Duggs rattled off their orders.
“Lord Malgus is in danger. Zadok and his Red Brigade took our Lord out in the field. Somehow, they’ve gotten the attention of a scarab, if not more. We’re out in ten, arm up with rail guns and heavy machine guns. Move out!”
The crew began their preparations, mounting their 25mm Zeus rail guns, and 8mm machine guns. Hard shields were charged, but final preparations wouldn’t be done for at least another 10 minutes.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
“You must understand our world does indeed house very high technical operation, however we have only recently started applying these technologies to outside of our planet’s atmosphere. It wouldn’t surprise me that certain calibrations and variables still are to be controlled and assessed for accurate projections.” Katin said. As he raised a brow to Silrus at his lasting words.
“Hmph, so they want our highest and most valuable gem that we pull from the ground? Let them try, I have no fear of some simple minded brutes who just seek power for their gains.” Esme said to Silrus and the lot, before peering to the twin princes. “You two have the gaul to tell me that I should be afraid of such enemies?”
Damien stood up from his chair, “You know very well the truth we speak. We may be young to our thrones, but everyone with a seat at this table knows the life we’ve lived through. The battles we've fought, the wars we’ve won. We treat you all with the same respect we expect from you.” He said with a stern tone. Not engaging in argument but stating a sid fact. The rulers look at each other with straight faces before turning back to the two boys, turning a smile to them.
“Well, we can’t argue that my friends. So what should our first step be in dealing with the problem?” Benroy asked.
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~ Earth > Dragon'taan route ~
Now that everyone could move around freely, maybe he could finally getting some rest in. Michen looked at the belt, wondering how he got it to click in the first place. Messing around with it again, he managed to undo it by swiping his paw over some sort of mechanism. He at least had movement freedom again. He jumped off the chair, turned around, put his front paws on the seat again and tried activating the belt by swiping his paw over it again. The seat belt indeed triggered again. This was interesting. He oughta remember that trick.
He unlocked the belt again because there really was no point in keeping it locked for down, brought all four paws back on the ground and lied down in a curl. The snow leopard was more tired than he thought. He put the badge he still had in his mouth on the ground between his paws and shove it down under his fur with his nose. That should keep it safe for now. Yawning, he closed his eyes preparing for an uncomfortable rest. Public transport was never good for giving a good sleep, so this'd have to do for now. He'd get some real night's sleep on Dragon'taan again. He had seen the leopard next to him, but just didn't care enough to bother for a talk.
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(My fault! I was referring to the Terror Wing.)
*Korriban*
Fayam looked at the blocked tomb. He scratched the back of his head. To Nari, he said, "Well, unless you've got heavy mining equipment with you, I don't think you'll get inside anymore. And, the only thing I can give you is money. Sooo... You'll have to disappoint whoever sent you." To Rhea, he said, "Of course, I meant to say 'Terror Wing'. It was yours, right?"
*New Romulus*
Anna nodded. "Nice. I'm not sure what that other guy has in mind for me, though. Guess getting to know the base should do as excuse for now." She flicked her voice modulator back on and pretended to be exploring the base casually.
Koman smiled and dropped a line to Johnny. "Johnny? John!" "Hm? Oh, it's you, Koman. What's up?" "Can you get back to Faith for a bit? Got new crew here. And, since I can't reach An, you'll have to do." "Got it. I'll be right at you." Koman looked back at Temer and noted: "Our copilot is heading this way. He can get the legal stuff sorted."
*Earth*
Mary said, "Well, I heard the term here and there occasionally, but I don't know what it means."
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*** Peragus III Mining Station ***
Weaver kept the flashlight with him regardless. Judging from the damage done, whatever happened wasn't an accident. Someone wanted to keep everyone out of the dormitories. As to what reason, he could only guess. It'd have to be something that whoever removed the control conduit wouldn't want to come back for. Maybe to lock someone in instead of keeping someone out? At least it seemed there was at minimum one surviving soul in the station.
"I'm here," Weaver replied, "though the static is a bit worrying. I found some clues. Someone ruined the turbolift to the dormitories. Deliberately too with some kind of laser. I'm guessing something important is up there, but right now the only other working door is to the fuel depot. Should I proceed or wait?"
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"Heh, nothing wrong with putting pirates in their place," Dusk remarked, "Even if the Heralds don't turn up, it'd be nice to clean up some criminals. Well, I think I'll be as ready as I can be. I'll save all the fancy gear you gave me for when the Heralds arrive. I don't want to run out of ammo mid-fight against the real threats."
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*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"So much for a stealthy entrance." Alex growled as she continued to shoot the rats with Roc.
*Korriban*
"Money cannot replace holocrons that hold ages of knowledge." Nari sighed....
*** Unseen Avenger, Mess hall ***
"Very much so." Kyva replied. "We've been lost for well over a decade." Kyva responded.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake ***
Out of nowhere, two Gozanti-class cruisers (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Gozanti-class_cruiser) decloaked dropping 8 AT-ST walkers, The walkers would begin scouting the area, attacking anyone they found even wildlife.
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*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Way I heard it..." Roc paused to shoot dead another rat. "... you Dragon-Shifters of the DMC don't make a habit of being subtle in your warmaking."
*** Korriban ***
When Fayam mentioned the Terror Wing, it was like throwing a switch on Rhea. She looked to Nari. "Whoever you are, trust me - the artifacts in that tomb should stay there. Even Darth Nox would recommend such." SHe turned her attention to Fayam. "If you're here for the Terror Wing, follow me - the shuttle that brought me here should still be here. We can ride it to my ship. What crew is left will be under lock and key in one of the cargo bays; we free them, we can take back the ship. You game?"
*** Unseen Avenger, Mess hall ***
"It's been more than a decade - in truth, you've been gone for--" Morris started.
"--More than two decades," came the deep-accented voice of Thel. Morris turned and bowed.
"Kaidon 'Vadam! I didn't know you were already aboard."
"At ease, spacer," Thel told Morris calmly. He looked to Kyva. "I must admit, I had my doubts you were still alive. You've been gone a long time. Have your human friends filled you in on the details of what's happened while you were away?"
*** New Romulus ***
Sular was just leaving the barracks, and heading for the room the bomb was in. Reportedly, the post had gotten a new recruit.
"No rush," Temer chuckled. He paused, then asked, "First time on New Romulus?"
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"The Triple Alliance, as we came to know them, was an alliance between three factions - the Trader Emergency Coalition, formed in the wake of an invasion by an alien empire - the Vasari - fleeing some unknown assailant; the Ascended Advent, who broke ties with what they called the Orthodox Advent, who were mortal enemies with the TEC; and the Vasari Independent Republic, who broke ties with the main body of the Vasari Empire to form the Triple Alliance," Jason explained.
"They, along with the Orthodix Advent, the Vasari Central Command, and the Human Trader State - the TEC's more militant and xenophobic cousins - fled a distant galaxy, though we never could figure out what galaxy that was, and ended up here. We met the Triple Alliance during a skirmish with Imperial forces some years after the battle of Hoth, and we quickly forged an alliance with them," Amy continued.
"And they proved critical in several engagements," Jason added. "It wasn't until Lord-Admiral Tokarev joined the fray - from a temporal anomaly, no less - that the Empire really started losing the war."
Amy took a bite of her steak, then asked, "You know of Lord-Admiral Tokarev, yes? Everyone we've met has at least heard of him."
*** En Route to Dragon'taan ***
The female leopard noticed Michen, and walked over beside him with a slight frown. She daren't speak, lest she wake him up, but she seemed intrigued by Michen.
*** Mongdrigo, Crystal Cave ***
The three Sith dashed inside and approached Malgus. "Lord! A scarab approaches!" one of them called out to him. Malgus was quick to hit the comlink.
"Malgus to Zadok - report! What's this about a Scarab?"
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"First, I think, we need to ascertain if Torg and Duras have a base nearby," Kault suggested, "And deal with it."
"We may not have to deal with it, Brigadier - at least, we may not have to destroy it," Silrus said. He looked to the brothers. "Something I hadn't considered; the Klingon Rogues, and more importantly, the Tal Shiar, may have learned of your world through another means - a listening post. Tal Shiar listening posts are notorious for being completely inconspicuous, and for picking up even the smallest radio or subspace signal; if the Rogue Klingons have base nearby, the Tal Shiar may have a listening post along with it; they wouldn't have to have boots here if they can just eavesdrop on you. They could have learned of your world that way, and sent our friends in Torg and Duras to investigate."
"If that is the case, then why now?" Kault asked. "Why investigate now when they could have sent ships long ago?"
"Why indeed," Silrus agreed. "We need to--" He was cut off when his communicator beeped and his subordinates chattered in their native tongue. From the tone, the situation was urgent, and Silrus' eyes went wide and his face drained of all color.
*** Peragus III Mining Station ***
"Proceed to the Fuel Depot; you may find a way to bypass the turbolift and get into the dorm section from there," Praven suggested. "Keep in touch, but I can't guarantee the signal will hold if you go too deep into the facility. If we lose contact, keep going; if you can reach the Administration level, you can get in contact with me there."
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"Fair enough, but you should know - with the exception of the Torpedoes, those weapons don't use 'ammo' per se; as long as your ship has power, those weapons will fire. If needs be, we can rig those weapons to run on external self-charging batteries," Jacqueline suggested. "I still need to do a routine maintenance run on my ship, so it'll be a bit before we cast off. If you want, feel free to wander the base; been a while since I had company."
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Unspecified Location ***
Vhikarev woke from his fitful sleep, rose from bed, and dressed, then marched onto the bridge of his up-sized, upgraded and retrofitted Resurgent-class Star Destroyer. He looked over the map, wondering where he could go now. With the bounty off his head, and new friends made for the UIA and DMC, he was - for lack of a better word - free.
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*Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior*
Zadok answered after a few moments. “Our little skirmish must’ve gotten her attention, Lord. The QRF platoon should be up and about before she gets too close. I just hope she’s not too hellbent on killing us.”
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*Korriban*
Fayam pointed, "Sounds good. Let's do this."
*New Romulus*
Anna encountered Sulek in the bomb room. She did not know who she was even looking for, but she reckoned it couldn't hurt to inspect the bomb a bit better.
Koman shrugged. "Eh. It's how things go around us. You might not expect it, but we're a rather cohesive group. We know we can rely on each other. Given our crew size, we have to, even. Guess it'll change the moment we get your crew and that big ship on our hands. We'll probably still need some additional crew on board, though- we can't expect your men to be able to fill in every profession and open slot."
*Earth*
Mary was chewing slowly on her greens while listening. Then, with afull mouth, she noted, "Tokarev? Well, very occasionally I receive a medicine order with his name in the description. Never seen him in person, though."
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(Visuals of what Aapoake would look like: http://img08.deviantart.net/253a/i/2010/133/c/7/martian_colony_by_playuk.jpg
https://i.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/original/000/953/738/80a.jpg)
(I’ll post more of the other cities later on as we approach. Maybe even make a page with more in depth info on Nephira for any questions)
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
The day was going by normally as the mines were in a high work demand and the city was booming with its citizens. Then as this sudden threat fell to the ground and engaged in attack formations the district they had dropped into was set ablaze with destruction. Families fled for safety as soldiers littered the streets with staves and other weapons of sort. Alongside them were small mechs made with large cogs and gears having steam blow from gaskets all over them.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
“Silrus? What’s the matter?” Katin asked as he realized a pale face had crossed over him. With that an emergency beacon went off at the table as Esme took out a small mechanical device that looked like a communicator of sorts.
“Queen Esme! We are under attack! Some sort of large battle fleet has invaded our airspace and launched a group of walking machines that are decimating the city! We’ve set up defensive measures and have deployed an A.T.L.A.S. (All Terrain Land Assault Systems), however we need back up!” Said an urgent soldier on the other side of the comm.
Esme jumped to her feet with worry and yelled. “Get that freakin portal open now!” As she looked to the twins. The whole room was in shock, chattering about their homes and getting information if they too had been under siege or else to start defensive protocols.
Katin spoke his spell again as the portal opened and she rushed through. “What in the god’s names is going on?! In two days time we are not just scouted by a terrorist group from some dishonored and broken military group, and now an imminent attack is befalling Aapoake? We need to put all guards on high alert and set up defense outposts at every major district of the city.” Katin said as he looked at Silrus and Kault. “This is becoming a serious problem. Who else would have known about our home world? Why would anyone else possibly be engaging in attack against us without warning?”
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*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
Lord Tornadus was meditating in his makeshift meditation chamber, seemingly oblivious. The truth, however, was quite the contrary; he knew well the Orbital Blockade had been broken. And he was ready to fight.
[WF-4]
The little boy cried, scared of Kona, but the mother seemingly recognized that this was not one of the Sith that had conquered the planet. "Have you come to help us?" she asked.
[WF-8]
"Not on Corneria, no," radioed the response. "Be on the lookout - the only faction I know of that uses Disruptors with Nadion Pulses is the Klingons; likely the rogue houses of Torg or Duras. Still, it's strange they'd be here - they never had any interest in Corneria."
[WF-14]
One of the guards leaned closer to Phire. "Sith certainly aren't the friendliest rulers, that's for certain," he commented, indicating the myriad of injured and wounded patients.
[Corneria]
[WF-1]
The squad moves in on Lord Tornadus, and when they were set up for a fight, they chuck a Frag in, as their equivalent of a doorbell signalling "We're here muthaf***er!"
[WF-4]
Kona nods. "Your husband told us you were here. He's currently safe at the refugee camp. Come. We must get you out of here, for I'm not sur-" She gets cut off as the building shifts. "We must go now!" She starts getting the family up, the other squad members helping to get them out.
[WF-8]
Storm nods and clicks off, before hearing surprised chirp from Cabi as the dutchie turns around, holding a log of sorts. He hands it to Storm, who looks through it.
(Handing what it reads over to you, Rom)
[WF-14]
Phire nods. "That would be the case..." He replies, his eyes slightly glazed over, before he feels a tug and turns to see the kitsune beside him. His eyes set themselves right and he sighs, before checking the M60 and readjusting himself.
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Unspecified Location ***
Vhikarev woke from his fitful sleep, rose from bed, and dressed, then marched onto the bridge of his up-sized, upgraded and retrofitted Resurgent-class Star Destroyer. He looked over the map, wondering where he could go now. With the bounty off his head, and new friends made for the UIA and DMC, he was - for lack of a better word - free.
[Warship Iron Dragon, Unspecified Location]
Wilco would be there, hanging off to the side, a comm in his ear. He was talking quietly, but Vhikarev would hear "Corneria" being spoken a bit louder, like in shock.
(I thought we still had to find the one who put the bounty on Vhikarev?)
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(For one, Wilco, I had thought you had forgotten about that storyline, and for another, I kinda wanted to include Vhikarev in my plotline involving MJ12. If you want, I could send you details.)
*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
Tornadus reacted, using the Force to try and send the grenade back where it came from; but, assuming the team "cooked" the grenade before throwing it in, the grenade would explode in close proximity of the Sith. It wouldn't kill him, but it would injure him. A crimson lightsaber would flare soon after.
[WF-4]
The mother was quick to get her children and run with Kona and her cohort outside the building before it could collapse on them. "My husband, where is he?" the mother asked.
[WF-8]
The log would be incomplete, and strangely enough, still running; it was as though the person whose log this was had been disintegrated as the log was being made. The final log - the one still running - would read:
"Messages from orbit... massive battle broke out. A fleet from the DMC attacked - we had no idea they were coming, much less that Dragon'taan would even respond - and from the reports, the battle goes ill. I fear it is only a matter of time before the DMC breaks the blockade... as if that wasn't bad enough, we have Klingons from the house of Torg and a contingent of Romulan Tal Shiar here, too... can't imagine why they're here, but an analysis of their comms indicate they have a hidden base some ways east of the capital. Assuming we can hold the dragon-shifters and their ilk at bay long enough, we may find it and utilize some of what they found; from their transmissions, sounded like they found something important. Still, we have what WE came for, locked up in the government...
The log ended after that, with the window to add more text still open.
[WF-14]
"I've seen this kind of collateral damage from the Sith before," the guard said. "They don't care who they hurt. They're completely psychotic."
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Unspecified Location ***
Vhikarev selected a world he'd not been to before, and was about to order the helmsman to plot a course before he heard Wilco speak. "Corneria?" he asked. "Did something happen?"
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"If I knew, I'd tell you; but from the sounds of it, you need assistance. I have a battalion of marines aboard my ship; any way I could help?" Silrus asked.
*** Mongdrigo, Crystal Cave ***
"Can a Scarab take a Turbolaser blast?" Malgus asked, getting an idea.
*** New Romulus ***
Sular walked in on Anna, and asked, "Excuse me, who are you? How'd you get in here?"
"Fair to say," Temer said. "But, depending on what professions you need filled, I can recommend one place that's a hotspot for recruiting mercs."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"Lord-Admiral Markus Tokarev is a very famous figure in today's society - the head of the United Alliance Coalition, a supporting faction to the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps and the New Cerinia Command. It was he and his wife - Krystal Indari-Tokarev - that helped us turn the tide," Amy explained.
"Tokarev arrived at our time via a temporal anomaly, but instead of going back, he and his wife and two daughters stayed and helped us fight the Empire. He also brought Vader to our side, turning him against the Emperor, reunited him with his son, and later his daughter, and helped us lay the foundation of what became the United Imperial Alliance," Jason added.
"Vader retained his position of a Jedi Commander - kinda like a field general or something to that effect," Amy continued, "While Luke organized the Force-Users we found along the way. The Emperor made a last-ditch attempt to crush our forces, but with his seriously reduced manpower, he barely had the personnel to set his trap. You may have heard about the Second Death Star at Endor?"
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*Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior*
“Uhh... I’m not sure. Their carapace seems to disperse energy weapons. Kinetic lasers have a tougher time cutting through ‘em than the railgun.” Zadok waved for DD18 to approach, and whispered to the robot. “Do we have an ETA?”
18 nodded. “Eight minutes, the legs are moving now.”
Zadok looked back at the dust cloud, the titanic scarab visible. “We might not have that time.”
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(For one, Wilco, I had thought you had forgotten about that storyline, and for another, I kinda wanted to include Vhikarev in my plotline involving MJ12. If you want, I could send you details.)
*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
Tornadus reacted, using the Force to try and send the grenade back where it came from; but, assuming the team "cooked" the grenade before throwing it in, the grenade would explode in close proximity of the Sith. It wouldn't kill him, but it would injure him. A crimson lightsaber would flare soon after.
[WF-4]
The mother was quick to get her children and run with Kona and her cohort outside the building before it could collapse on them. "My husband, where is he?" the mother asked.
[WF-8]
The log would be incomplete, and strangely enough, still running; it was as though the person whose log this was had been disintegrated as the log was being made. The final log - the one still running - would read:
"Messages from orbit... massive battle broke out. A fleet from the DMC attacked - we had no idea they were coming, much less that Dragon'taan would even respond - and from the reports, the battle goes ill. I fear it is only a matter of time before the DMC breaks the blockade... as if that wasn't bad enough, we have Klingons from the house of Torg and a contingent of Romulan Tal Shiar here, too... can't imagine why they're here, but an analysis of their comms indicate they have a hidden base some ways east of the capital. Assuming we can hold the dragon-shifters and their ilk at bay long enough, we may find it and utilize some of what they found; from their transmissions, sounded like they found something important. Still, we have what WE came for, locked up in the government...
The log ended after that, with the window to add more text still open.
[WF-14]
"I've seen this kind of collateral damage from the Sith before," the guard said. "They don't care who they hurt. They're completely psychotic."
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Unspecified Location ***
Vhikarev selected a world he'd not been to before, and was about to order the helmsman to plot a course before he heard Wilco speak. "Corneria?" he asked. "Did something happen?"
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
As the grenade goes off, the sith would find himself under suppressive fire from what seemed like several angles, with both bullets and pellets from shells flying at him.
[WF-4]
Kona looks to the mother. "He's at the refugee camp not far from here. You'll be reunited with him soon." The building collapses as she finishes, and falls, hitting the buildings beside it, and the squad, with the family, run away from the building, making it away in time.
[WF-8]
Storm was quick to open the channel again. "the log one of my squad members found states that the House of Torg and some Tal Shiar are here too, and according to this, they have a hidden base somewhere... east of the capital, and they state more, saying that they could find it and utilise it, and also that the Klingons and Tal Shiar have found something important. And whoever wrote this... They say they have what they came for, and its currently locked up for the government... This looks bad sir."
[WF-14]
Phire nods, holding Toarei close as he looks at the guard. If the guard had looked at him for long enough, they'd see a few scars along his left side. "They aren't the only ones who have been hurt by invaders..." He then goes silent. Any chances to bring up the scars would most likely be shut down.
(Warship Iron Dragon, Unspecified Location)
Wilco turns to face Vhikarev, nodding, then saying goodbye to whoever was on the other end. He then turns to face him. "My... army, as it turns out, is helping the DMC take back Corneria. Given that most of our squads were out, 4 squads were sent down. I just hope my 2IC was smart with his choices..."
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*New Romulus*
Anna replied, "I'm the Blademaster, a new recruit here. I was just looking around for a bit. By the way, my colleague Velen advised me to find Sulek. Do you know him?"
Koman hissed. "Well, we don't just need mercs. We may be in a clash now, but it'll be more common we fly as heavy cargo ship. Trust me, you'll be doing more odd jobs than you fight in that case." Right then, the door opened and Johnny appeared in the main room. He immediately spotted Temer. "So, this is our new crew?" "Not quite," replied Koman, "he's the leader of a group. I don't know how many, but they have experience on ships, so they should be able to fill in several different roles. You should get it sorted for the rest- you're second- in- command, after all."
*Earth*
Mary yawned. "Oh, those. Yeah, they made a huge fuss about it in the media. About how amazing it was supposed to be and then how it was destroyed just like the other one. It was... underwhelming, at best."
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~ Earth > Dragon'taan route ~
Michen did notice the leopard coming close to him. He might've been trying to get a little rest, but he wasn't asleep. He opened his eyes and looked at the other feral as it came closer, giving it a curious look. The snow leopard appeared to be a bit confused about the total stranger nearby, because why on earth would someone take interest in him?
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** Indari Manor **
"Drake i want to go out and help aunt Krystal and such." Amie told her husband.
Meanwhile, Shiloh was wandering around looking for her aunt Kira...
**Korriban**
"Fine but you still owe me something for the temple's collapse." Nari replied
*Unseen Avenger, mess hall*
"KAidon!" Kyva said, giving a Sangheili salute. "No they were just getting to that part, their survivors of an attack from and odd creatuer i found on Green hills, thankfully their navigation computer had the starmaps we needed to get here."
*** Nephira, orbit over Kingdom of Aapoake ***
ABroadsword (https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Broadsword) dropped out of warp in orbit picking up the At-St's on the ground the ship sent out a hail planet side..... " this is the broadsword dropship 'Excaliber II' do you need help planetside?"
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
Damien ran over to the portal as he turned back to them. “Yes! If you can spare the man power we request it. Brother, I’m going to Aapoake with Esme and assisting in the defense. Everyone else, I’d advise we adjourn this meeting and reconvene at a time when things have calmed. For now go see to your homes.” He nodded to Katin who reciprocated as he followed through the portal. The other kings stood up, gave thanks, and went through the archway as it took them to their own kingdoms.
Katin slumped back in his throne rubbing his temples on his head. “It’s just one thing after another isn’t it? I swear I’m too young to deal with this crap sometimes.”
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
The battle raged as cog mechs met the AT-ST’s with bullets formed of some energy. Taking and dealing hits one after the other alongside soldiers using staves and other weapons to pull the very ground upward and molding it into rock barriers for cover and spiked borders to help keep the AT-ST’s from advancing further into the city. As Esme and Damien left the confines of the magical gateway they found themselves dropped right into the battle. Esme ran to her people as Damien ran to the machines fighting. As he fell behind a barricade with his dual revolvers in hand, another radio signal came over the comms he had in his ear.
“What the- Just how many people are going to show up today?” He said as he turned around the corner to fire off a volley of bullets at an enemy close by. The pistols whirred with energy with the cylinders burning a yellow aura while it fired off. “Whoever you are, help would be appreciated! I’m not sure how intense this fight is about to get. If anything we need help evacuating civilians to a safer district!”
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
Silrus began chattering in his native tongue, commanding his ship send the marines down to Aapoake armed with antipersonnel and anti-armor weaponry. Kault beamed up to his ship and ordered tachyon scans running for the two Gozanti Cruisers.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake ***
Some time later, with the battle raging, the distant roar of ion engines could faintly be heard approaching the battle zone...
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Who's gonna watch the kids?" Drake asked. "And what am I gonna say if their mother gets killed?"
Kira was asleep in her room, seemingly oblivious to the battle outside.
*** Unseen Avenger, Mess Hall ***
"An odd creature?" Thel asked. "What kind of creature was it? Do you have an image?"
*** Earth -> Dragon'taan Route ***
"You, too, huh?" The leopard asked.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"Yeah," Amy sighed. "We played the part of 'walking into the trap', but when the Emperor sprung it, he found he was the one caught in it."
"While we coordinated Rebel and allied Imperial efforts in the battle, the Triple Alliance forces, swung in from behind and wrecked the Imperial forces, and Tokarev's fleet went in and nailed the Death Star," Jason said with pride. "I like to say we had a hand in planning out that assault."
"Regardless, the Emperor did not survive the explosion, and a few years later, Luke, Leia, and Vader, with aid from the spirit of a guy called 'Vos' finally banished Palpatine's spirit to the nether-world of the Force," Amy continued. "But that didn't mean an end to my adventures with Jason. From then on, there was always something else that needed doing, and now and then, a battle needed fighting."
"Never a dull moment in the life of a Jedi," Jason chuckled, poking Amy's side, causing her to jump slightly.
*** New Romulus ***
Sulek looked dumbfounded for a moment. In a hushed tone, he asked, "That's me. How'd you know Velen?"
*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
The Sith would succumb to this torrential firepower, wondering how creatures like them would ever get the best of him.
[WF-4]
The mother and her children made for camp, but the team's work was not done. Nearby, a group of resistance fighters were deeply-entrenched, fighting a Sith Covenant task force made up of Unggoy, Kig-Yar, and Jiralhanae supporting Sith Troops clad in steel-black armor who were trying to get into a building full of civilians.
[WF-8]
"Bad indeed," the officer agreed. "Get to the Government Enclave if you can; whatever they found, it must be locked up in there."
[WF-14]
{Leaving this alone for right now}
*** Warship Iron Dragon, unspecified location ***
"You have reason to doubt them?" Vhikarev asked. He directed a pair of orders to his crew: "Helm, set course for Nephira; Tactical, engage the cloaking device."
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Railgun, huh...? I actually have a ship equipped with something of that nature. We wouldn't need more than a minute or so to target the Scarab from orbit, and those MAC shells fly very fast," Malgus suggested. He was, of course, referring to one particular ship in his ragtag fleet, taken from an Insurrectionist stronghold; an Eion-class Light Carrier, equipped with an Upgraded Magnetic Accelerator Cannon.
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~ Earth > Dragon'taan route ~
Michen tilted his head, not seeming to understand what the leopard was trying to say. The silent "huh" sound he made confirmed that. This confusion happened to him if the person he was talking with wasn't clear with what they were reffering to something that was not visibly nearby.
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*Korriban*
Fayam sighed. "Fine! What do you want? Except for anything from that tomb?"
*New Romulus*
Anna said, now lowering her voice, "Jurok tagged me with her for... reasons. But I can assure you, I need your help and you need mine."
Johnny shrugged. "Always the same with you," he stated, before turning to Temer. To him, he said, "Well, I'll need a bit more practical information, which you probably already told twice by now." He pulled out his pocket computer and asked, "First of all, how large is your group?"
*Earth*
Mary said, "And you've been it to this day, then. Though, I've learned from experience words like 'never' are rather risky to use."
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*Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior*
The thundering of chitinous appendages pounding dirt and crystal was audible now, just above an idling engine. Zadok licked his lips before speaking again. “Your cannon, Lord. How is it in danger close situations? We’v got another minute before the scarab hits us. And, judging by the size of the dust cloud, she ain’t alone.”
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The available locations list has been updated. Players can now visit Deep Space Nine, located in Cardassian Space. Details on Bajor will become available when I get time to sort them out.
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*** Earth -> Dragon'taan Route ***
"As in, you got hit by those MJ12 f***heads, too?" the Leopard asked. "And you woke up in this timeline without a clue how you got here?"
*** Korriban ***
"We can deal with the tomb when I have my ship back," Rhea said irritatedly. "We got a short window before the Imperials realize why their ground teams aren't responding to hails."
*** Mongdrigo ***
"It has pinpoint accuracy; it can hit a small moving target from high orbit. And those MAC Capacitors charge quickly," Malgus assured Zadok.
*** New Romulus ***
Sulek leaned closer. "I take it this isn't strictly confidential Tal Shiar business?"
"We're about fifty strong," Temer replied. "Our crew is comprised of primarily Romulan and Reman personnel."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"Maybe. Regardless, that's the story of how Jason and I came to be the Jedi we are to this day," Amy said, taking the last bite of her meal.
"Still, we've been hearing rumors that the Triple Alliance is stirring again - like they are gearing up for war, in which case, I wonder who they're going to be fighting against," Jason commented after downing the last of his burger.
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~ Earth > Dragon'taan route ~
Michen nodded. "That... sounds about right." To be honest, Michen did remember how life was before ending up in the... twenty-second century? He forgot. ...When did ferals learn to swear?
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
Katin stood from his chair and walked over to Silrus. “Well, if you’ve finished sending reinforcements, I’m free to answer any questions you may have about this world. I’m sure as this goes forward you’d want some further knowledge of the nature of this planet and its people yes?” He asked, crossing his arms and ready for whatever the rear admiral may ask if him.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
Damien had leapt forward into the firefight. He climbed the earthen walls and used them for high ground while firing off towards the joints of the machines walking around. “Do these things let up? How can something so simple deal so much damage?” The echo of engines roared in the sky, making most everyone look up to the scene for a sign of something to come.
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*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
The Sith would succumb to this torrential firepower, wondering how creatures like them would ever get the best of him.
[WF-4]
The mother and her children made for camp, but the team's work was not done. Nearby, a group of resistance fighters were deeply-entrenched, fighting a Sith Covenant task force made up of Unggoy, Kig-Yar, and Jiralhanae supporting Sith Troops clad in steel-black armor who were trying to get into a building full of civilians.
[WF-8]
"Bad indeed," the officer agreed. "Get to the Government Enclave if you can; whatever they found, it must be locked up in there."
[WF-14]
{Leaving this alone for right now}
*** Warship Iron Dragon, unspecified location ***
"You have reason to doubt them?" Vhikarev asked. He directed a pair of orders to his crew: "Helm, set course for Nephira; Tactical, engage the cloaking device."
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
The squad make sure that the sith lord is dead, and the camp empty of life, before checking equipment, ammo, and patching anyone up who was hurt.
[WF-4]
The squad hear gunshots and hurry their way towards the shots, hoping that whoever is there they can help, or kill whoever is there.
[WF-8]
Storm nods and relays his new orders to his squad, and they start to hurry towards the Enclave.
(Warship Iron Dragon, Unspecified Location)
Wilco just shrugs. "I don't doubt that Bios knows what squads to send down, yet I just hope he didn't send a bunch of rookies down. That would affect our numbers..."
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*Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior*
“Sounds incredible, Lord Malgus. Hopefully they can engage before-“ Zadok was cut off by the sound of small arms fire, punctuated by the heavy thud of 25mm auto-cannon. His team engaged the scarabs in an attempt to slow the beasts down. Then, without warning, one of the massive beetles burst like an over-ripe fruit, and fell to the ground accompanied by the crack of a hypersonic shell. Zadok followed the distorted air, superheated by a railgun slug, and whooped. The first mech of the QRF had loosed a laser-accurate shot from nearly a kilometer away. Due to power strain, the mech slowed to a walk as it’s brother in arms charged past, peppering the scarabs with 8mm jacketed machine gun rounds. The shot ricocheted from beetles’ hardened carapaces, but still drew the beasts’ attention.
“Cavalry’s here!” Cried the slowed mech, as metal and hellfire belched from the 12.7mm machine gun it carried.
Zadok quickly ducked behind a rock, as the scarab closest to the cave spewed a noxious green flame from between its mandibles before turning to face the mechanized threat. The old raccoon quickly brought the radio to his mouth.
“QRF’s arrived, but they’re gonna get swarmed, Lord. Have your ships adjust and open fire.”
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*** Korriban ***
"Then quit yammering and lets get going!" Flier, the yellow Arcanine spoke up.
*** Unseen Avenger, Mess Hall ***
Kyva pulled up an image of the Predator." this is the creature" he replied
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
loud cracks could be heard in the skie as four objects broke through the atmosphere, at a certain height above the ground the objects split in two revealing 4 Arctic Cheetah (https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Arctic_Cheetah_(Hankyu))Omnimechs.
The AT-ST's barley effected by the small arms fire had clear Symbols of the House of Torg on their sides and despite the Omnimechs touching down continued to 'ravage' the kingdom.
It wasn't long before a laser beam melted through one of the AT-ST's as the Arctic Cheetah's came into range having little trouble destroying the lighter armored and less advanced AT-ST walkers.
**Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
The Horde of Giant rats lay dead in front of Alex and Roc
"Well so much for a stealth entrance." Alex sighed looking around to make sure there were no more threats.
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*Korriban*
Fayam nodded. "My idea. Rhea, lead the way."
*New Romulus*
Anna whispered, "Quite the opposite: Obisek sent me. I need to sabotage this mission. Preventing them from using this bomb would do that nicely."
Johnny noted everything down. Then, he continued, "Got it. How many of them have any degree? Medical, engineering, culinar, programming, doesn't matter."
*Earth*
Mary wanted to take another bite only to realise she had already eaten everything. She noted, "I don't know. I'm not that much into rumours. I pick them up every now and then, but I never pay them much heed. Though, a war is interesting. It might sound a bit cruel, but it means good business for me. Well, as long as Corneria is involved. I don't ship interplanetary."
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*** Korriban ***
Rhea led the team to a nearby imperial shuttle. It was unguarded and unmanned - stealing it would be a simple matter. Rhea immediately headed for the cockpit and began bringing the craft online.
*** New Romulus ***
"In that case, step over here, let me familiarize you with the device," Sulek stated. He opened a specific compartment. "I assume you know we don't yet have the triggers for the device?"
"We have a Chief Medical Officer, Engineer who's also a skilled computer tech, our cook makes an amazing stew and is well-known among our group for coming up with some of the most innovative dishes we've ever eaten, and our tactical officer would have been considered a strategic prodigy and a possible candidate for Command had it not been for this incident with our previous commander," Temer said.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"Well, it seems Corneria got more than it bargained for, considering what's happened out there," Amy commented. The waiter returned, asking if anyone wanted any dessert items.
*** Unseen Avenger, Mess Hall ***
Thel looked over the image, and a concerned frown came across his face. He looked up at Kyva. "You're sure this was the creature?"
"Dead certain," Morris backed up Kyva. "We were there. It was hunting the Kig-Yar Pirates that shot us down, too. Kyva killed it."
Thel's gaze shifted to Morris, then back to Kyva. "That true?" he asked.
"We were there; we all saw it," The Captain said. Thel nodded, then turned away. "Walk with me, Kyva. Captain, you and your crew are welcome to make yourselves at home at 'Vadam Keep until a UNSC ship can get you back to Earth."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"No s***, let's get moving before something else comes this way!" Roc growled irritatedly.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake waited impatiently for his wife's answer.
*** Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior ***
Malgus had been way ahead, stepping out to mark the target with a laser beacon. Once the upgraded targeting computers on board the Eion-class Warship locked on, it routed data to two other ships, both armed with MAC guns - a pair of Halberd-class Destroyers salvaged from a battle graveyard outside UNSC Space - and they all targeted the zone and fired MAC slugs and a flurry of Missiles - the effect would be that, under normal circumstances, the swarm of armored enemy creatures would be bombarded from the sky with munitions and missiles that would seem like a minor nuclear blast had occurred, which would obliterate the creatures and render the area - while not radioactive - obscured by a dust cloud.
*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
The Sith was indeed dead, and there was no indication he would get back up. One of his lightsabers was still active, and laying nearby - a perfect trophy, if anyone wanted it.
[WF-4]
The battle raged on, and one of the NCOs of the defenders greeted the approaching squad. "You the liberators that were in orbit?" he shouted over the gunfire.
[WF-8]
The going would not be easy en route to the Government Enclave; Sith Covenant troops were everywhere, and the closer to the Enclave they got, the thicker the enemy resistance got.
[WF-14]
The next batch of wounded and injured arrived, but one particular patient had a wound not consistent with the weapons typically carried by Sith or Covenant troops; indeed, this wound was energy in nature, but not the Plasma or Laser energy in the Sith Covenant's arsenal. The man groaned in severe pain, asking for a pain medication or something to make the wound stop hurting.
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Unspecified Location ***
"Well, we might get a chance to head that direction, but for now, we're setting course for a world called Nephira. Something tells me we might find a trace of who our attackers are there," Vhikarev told Wilco.
"Admiral, coordinates locked in, cloaking device is stable, and transwarp drive stands ready," one of the crewmen reported. Vhikarev sat down in the Admiral's chair, which made a hissing sound as he sat back.
"Engage," he commanded.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"Your home world is brazenly attacked, and you remain calm and collected, and even are willing to answer questions about your world," Silrus chuckled. "I admire that. Hell, anyone in the Dragonarian Empire would admire that. It's something we respect." He paused, and was about to speak when a stoic human voice spoke on his communicator.
"This is Captain Daniel Anderson to Dragonarian Rear Admiral Silrus - I know you're still down planetside, talking with the leadership of Nephira. I request you hand them your communicator, as I have been unable to raise them on the comm since this attack began; I've discovered something they might want to know about."
Silrus smiled, making a joke that was too easy for him as he got his communicator and handed it to Katin. "It's for you."
*** Earth > Dragon'taan Route ***
The leopard scoffed. "I guess that means I'm the same as you; woke up in this timeline, nowhere near the place I lost consciousness, tried to find answers, and got questioned by those ONI Spooks, then targeted by that man with the tattoos that looked like he had wires in his face." She paused, then said, "I'm Janice, by the way."
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
Katin took the communicator and held it to his ear. “Yes, this is Katin Hysteria, one of the two kings of Ceol, who may I be addressing?” He asked. His calmness came from the many experiences he had from war. Being overwhelmed didn’t mean being uncoordinated and reckless.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
As the Cheetah Omnimechs decimated the walkers, Damien took to the field in hopes to find any of the survivors of the machines. He was ready to find some answers. By now the entire district had been walled off and the incident contained. Damien had begun to scour the wreckage of each fallen AT-ST.
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*** Peragus III Mining Station ***
"Got it." The whole losing signal bit was a bit disconcerting. Weaver wasn't good at directions, and he'd often get lost without some kind of guidance. Regardless, he made his way towards the fuel depot. Once inside, he'd begin looking for a path to get into the dorms. There had to be some convenient signs at the least.
"Checking in again. I'm at the fuel depot. I just need to find the dorms now, right?"
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"Good to know," Dusk said, "I guess external batteries wouldn't be too bad either. Might give a nice burst if ever I needed a panic button. I'll get some drones on it, if you don't mind."
There was a long silence from Dusk when Jacqueline offered for Dusk to wander around, "Uh, maybe. I might send a drone out to do some exploring for me, if that's fine. I'm... preoccupied at the moment." He didn't need to be plugged into his ship for the drones to work, at least, the small amount he had running around, but there were other reasons for him staying put.
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*Korriban*
Fayam hesitated just a second before he jumped in. He wondered if he should launch the Blowfish. Then, he realised it might be a bad idea and entered the ship which was, assumedly, used by the captors of Rhea to bring her to the surface.
*New Romulus*
Anna replied, "I'm aware. But, I assume I don't need them for this mission. Additionally, knowing the plan, it may be better if I finish this before those arrive."
Johnny typed it in and noted, "Nice and all, but I was asking for quantity, not quality. There's an important difference between them."
*Earth*
Mary decided to go for a simple ice coupe. Then she pointed out, "That's for sure. It may be sale-boosting, but in all honesty I would not wish a war to any planet."
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*Korriban*
Flier and Nari followed along jumping into the shuttle.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
With most of the AT-STs destroyed or inoperable the battle seemed to have calmed down, until the loud pounding sound of something could be heard in the distance.
*Unseen Avenger **
"But what of my ship, Kaidon?" Kyva asked, "What do we do?"
** Vader Castle , Vjun**
Krystal's ship (https://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/starfox/images/e/e9/Cloudrunner.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20080824081528)landed on the landing pad od ,Vader's Castle, soon a blue vixen disembarked the small craft and began to walk towards the entrance.
** Imperium bunker **
"Someone is coming!" Alex noted as a imperial guard opened a door to the room and began shooting at the two
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*Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior Battle Ground*
The charging mech crashed against the scarab closest to him as the orbital barrage struck.
As his companion vanished into the fiery blasts and dust clouds, Captain Duggs screamed. It would've been loud, baffled, saddened, and enraged, if it could've been heard above the roaring explosions and subsequent tinnitus. Duggs felt his throat quickly become sore, his voice would be hoarse, if it was there at all.
Zadok, who had watched many of his brothers die uselessly in futile attacks or botched strategies, merely felt a single, hot tear roll down his cheek. He glanced back at the cave and a brief flash of anger flashed across his face. DD-18, who had approached Zadok, merely clasped his commander's shoulder. "A mistake," the robocoon stated. "He will be missed."
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*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
The Sith was indeed dead, and there was no indication he would get back up. One of his lightsabers was still active, and laying nearby - a perfect trophy, if anyone wanted it.
[WF-4]
The battle raged on, and one of the NCOs of the defenders greeted the approaching squad. "You the liberators that were in orbit?" he shouted over the gunfire.
[WF-8]
The going would not be easy en route to the Government Enclave; Sith Covenant troops were everywhere, and the closer to the Enclave they got, the thicker the enemy resistance got.
[WF-14]
The next batch of wounded and injured arrived, but one particular patient had a wound not consistent with the weapons typically carried by Sith or Covenant troops; indeed, this wound was energy in nature, but not the Plasma or Laser energy in the Sith Covenant's arsenal. The man groaned in severe pain, asking for a pain medication or something to make the wound stop hurting.
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Unspecified Location ***
"Well, we might get a chance to head that direction, but for now, we're setting course for a world called Nephira. Something tells me we might find a trace of who our attackers are there," Vhikarev told Wilco.
"Admiral, coordinates locked in, cloaking device is stable, and transwarp drive stands ready," one of the crewmen reported. Vhikarev sat down in the Admiral's chair, which made a hissing sound as he sat back.
"Engage," he commanded.
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
Drone picks up the lightsaber, deactivating it and holstering it, before commanding the squad to move the the next target.
((Your choice Rom))
[WF-4]
Kona nods and quickly fires a few shots at the enemy before arriving next to the NCO. "That we are sir, Captain Kona at your service." She then turns and fires a few more shots.
[WF-8]
The screaming chitters from Cabi continue over the comms before they become muted, as the turret he's on keeps blasting away at the enemies, and the medic was making sure everyone was still able to fight. Storm was flanking the current group and the sniper was trying his best to pick off the far off enemies.
[WF-14]
Phire gives the man medication, and tuts at the wound. "Klingon... possibly?" "But what would Klingons want with Corneria?" He thought.
(Warship Iron Dragon, Unspecified Location)
Wilco just waits nearby, watching Vhikarev, then looking at his Datapad for a bit.
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~ Earth > Dragon'taan route ~
Michen nodded. "Hi, I'm Michen," the snow leopard replied. Janice's story sounded about right, even though he still had practically no idea who those guys were or what they wanted. "Was the man with the tattoos on his face part of the ONI thing?"
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*** Earth > Dragon'taan Route ***
"No, I think he was part of something else - something not UNSC. I could swear I caught a glimpse of a red 'XII' somewhere on his clothes, but I didn't get a clear look at it," Janice said. "And besides, ONI wouldn't use a personal cloaking device made from salvaged Yaut'ja tech."
*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
Lord Rekluss was on his way to the government enclave. The artifact must be secured, even if he has to secure it himself.
[WF-4]
"It has not been a nice day!" the NCO shouted over the gunfire. "Fire team was moving civilians out of the city, trying to get them out while the Sith were shoring up defenses - came under attack from a roving patrol! Our guys radioed in backup, but so did the Sith! Been stuck in this firefight ever since! They're keeping us pinned down, and we need to get the civvies out of here! Word has it they're gonna send Sith Lords to wipe us out!"
[WF-8]
The Government Enclave was thick with enemies - a direct assault would have been ill-advised. But then, in a surprise twist, Klingon forces beamed in with Romulan Republic personnel and engaged the surprised Sith Covenant troops. With the enemies in the enclave now distracted, it would be an ideal time to go in and secure the artifact, whatever it is. A broad-comm transmission came over allied radios: "All liberating forces, this is Commander Travis - allies from the Klingon Defense Force and the Romulan Republic are sending down reinforcements; watch your fire, people. We'll have friendlies mixed with hostiles."
[WF-14]
The CMO looked over the wound, and frowned in concern. "This wound... I've seen it before," he said, looking to Phire. "This is consistent with a type-three disruptor; only three races in the galaxy I know use that kind of weapon - Romulans, Klingons, and Breen."
*** Warship Iron Dragon, En Route to Nephira ***
"Any new updates on the Cornerian Front?" Vhikarev asked Wilco.
*** Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior Battle Ground ***
"Malgus to all teams - status report," Malgus requested.
*** Korriban ***
Rhea, once everyone was seated and strapped in, started lifting off, and heading into orbit. "Those slimebags aren't gonna give us much time to get moving after we land; crew's being held in the cargo bay, and they'll be itching for a chance to redeem their honor," Rhea said. "Be ready for a corridor-to-corridor fight."
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
Markus had landed almsot as soon as Krystal did, and walked beside her. "Tell me again - why are we here with you less than a week or two away from your due date?" he asked.
*** Unseen Avenger, Sangheilios ***
"Your ship will be taken care of, shipmaster - relax. A lot has changed in the time you've been away," Thel told Kyva. "What's the last news you heard from anyone before you went wherever you were?"
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Roc took a hit, but the shot glanced off his energy shield. He returned fire, aiming for the guard's torso.
*** New Romulus ***
"Agreed," Sulek said quietly. "If we disable the wiring and plant an EMP charge, we can disable the device and the triggers, and if we rewire some circuitry, the sabotage will be undetectable. The Tal Shiar would never be the wiser."
Temer sat back. "Please explain. You want to know how many of my crew hold these skills?"
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"Nor would we," Amy agreed.
"We saw plenty of it during our war with the Empire," Jason said.
*** Peragus III Mining Station, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"Or find some way to restore the turbolift to the Dorms," Praven responded. Just ahead, there was a door to a closed, but empty fuel pipe. Directly beyond that was another fuel pipe, but unlike the previous pipe, this one had something in it - not fuel, as the pipe was dry as a bone, but rather a case that seemed out-of-place, and seemed to have been deliberately tossed here. Inside would be what looked to be a computer component, but what would immediately strike Weaver would be that this component showed evidence of having been surgically removed from a computer terminal. It is entirely possible that this is the control conduit for the computer in the hangar bay controlling the turbolift into the dormitories.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"Fine with me, I was just--" Jacqueline stopped midsentence as her computer beeped. "Oh. Look at that."
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"This is Captain Daniel Anderson of the USS Stalwart - I'm picking up transmissions from an area neighboring area to your home world. I'm transmitting a local star map to Silrus so he can show you." Silrus brought up the map on a holographic screen projected by his wrist computer, then showed Katin. "What can you tell me of that area?" Daniel asked.
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~ Earth > Dragon'taan route ~
"Eh..." Michen seemed to be a little confused, appearing to be in thought. He got too much information at once, and now his head was making overtime to make sense of it all. Not to mention he wouldn't be able to understand everything the leopard just said to him anyways, as there was some stuff between it he never heard of before.
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*Korriban*
Fayam reloaded his gun and growled, "Bring 'em in."
*New Romulus*
Anna nodded, almost undetectable. "Excellent. Let's get to hacking."
Johnny said, "Exactly. How many mechanics, how many cooks, how many doctors, etc. That should give us a good overview at what you give us to work with and what places remain open."
*Earth*
Mary just said, "I can imagine."
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*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
the guard was slammed back into the wall by Roc's gun
Alex looked into the now open room. "Crap." the dark blue hybrid growled, inside the room were long windows revealing at least 4 loaded nuclear silos on one side and the other side of the hallway a window revealing a vehicle hanger.
*** Korriban ***
"What?" Flier asked, Nari prepared her rifle for combat.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"I Promised Anakin i'd check up on him, and i'm not gonna let a kit stop me, besides i have an extra cushion to protect the baby." Krystal replied as she continued walking towards the castle entrance.
*** Unseen Avenger, Sangheilios ***
"Last word from the covenant we got was about a month old commincation about the loss of some holy ring, the prophet on board wasn't very pleased." Kyva explained.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
“Well, as far as we know of that area it’s just an asteroid field. Since we have yet to advance a starship to it yet that is all we know. There have been a few of the asteroids that have made their way to us and broke our atmosphere, and have been known to contain trace amounts of Uranium.” Katin said through the comm link. Taking a look at the holo map Silrus pulled up.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
Damien felt the rubble of the debris rumble beneath his feet. “Oh I do not like the sound of that.” He said, holstering his revolvers and making his way up onto the roof of a nearby building. Hanging from a few pipes to get a view from above at what may be causing the pounding in the ground.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
“Well, as far as we know of that area it’s just an asteroid field. Since we have yet to advance a starship to it yet that is all we know. There have been a few of the asteroids that have made their way to us and broke our atmosphere, and have been known to contain trace amounts of Uranium.” Katin said through the comm link. Taking a look at the holo map Silrus pulled up.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
Damien felt the rubble of the debris rumble beneath his feet. “Oh I do not like the sound of that.” He said, holstering his revolvers and making his way up onto the roof of a nearby building. Hanging from a few pipes to get a view from above at what may be causing the pounding in the ground.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
In the distance Damien would see more AT-ST's flanking two larger AT-AT (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/All_Terrain_Armored_Transport) walkers
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*Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior Battleground*
Zadok slowly brought the radio to his mouth, paused, held the transmission button for a few seconds before speaking. "All scarabs destroyed. We lost one. Body is unrecoverable. Same with the mech. He was caught in the fire support."
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*** Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior Battleground ***
Malgus paused for a good few moments before responding. "We will commend them for their bravery. In any event, are there any other casualties? Any other threats heading this way?"
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"Indeed? Then you'll find this interesting; we're detecting a number of unidentified transmissions coming from that region. The modulations of the transmissions are distinctly Romulan, and I suspect that Torg or Duras and the Tal Shiar have at the very least a listening post there. That could be how they managed to discover your world."
*** Nephira Orbit ***
Just then, in the midst of all the traffic in orbit, a Slipspace Rupture appeared, but sensors would record nothing exiting the rupture before it closed. Then, nothing, as though the rupture never happened. There was, however, an incredibly-faint ion emission that, if one had a highly-sensitive sensor array, would be detected approaching Nephira.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Roc saw the nukes and commented to no one in particular, "What the hell were these Imperium dogs up to?"
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"I think he meant 'Bring 'em on'," Rhea responded. They began approaching the visible Klingon Dreadnought (https://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/22/21329/ScreenShot_893.jpg), the Terror Wing. Rhea's hands went wild, typing in commands to her console, and lo and behold, the massive vessel dropped its shields and opened the hangar bay. "Like I said, those slimebags aren't going to give us much time after we land. Soon as hangar pressure stabilizes and the inspection team arrives, we get out and get into the ship proper before they can open the hangar again and shoot us into space."
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"What exactly is General Skywalker doing here anyway?" Markus asked.
*** Unseen Avenger, Sangheilios ***
"Then you missed a good deal," Thel said. He sighed, then began to recount the details from there, with the discovery of Delta Halo, the discovery of Earth and the remaining UNSC Colonies, the betrayal of the prophets, which resulted in the Great Schism, the defeat of the Covenant and the Flood at Installation 00, the destruction of the Ark, then the following reconstruction efforts aided by the Sangheili, returning the UNSC to a significant place in the galaxy, first contact with the other factions in the Galaxy that became allies of the Sangheili, then the war against the Covenant Remnant and the United Insurrectionist Front, the incident with the Resurgent Sith under Darth Nazar that culminated with the arrival of the Eternal Alliance under the command of Thel's Nephew, Luro, and the destruction of the Lost Star Forge, then the current incidents, and concluding with the outbreak of war with the Sith Covenant.
*** New Romulus ***
(Leaving Anna and Sulek alone for now)
"Oh, each one I mentioned has their own team; they don't operate their fields alone," Temer explained. "They all head up and are in charge of those departments, which are operated by their staff. Each team has... oh, three? Four individuals per team? Let me check..." Temer dug into his bag and retrieved a manifest. "Nope, five individuals plus the head, so that's six."
*** Approaching Dragon'taan ***
Some hours went by, and the captain came on the speakers: "Ladies and gentlemen, we are approaching Dragon'taan Orbit, so if you will, please take your seats and fasten seat belts."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"So... you got a family on Corneira?" Amy asked. "A brother or something?"
*** Odessen ***
Luro woke from his meditation, rose to his feet, donned his armor and cloak, and headed out into the command center, where Lana greeted him. "Any word?" Luro asked her.
"Thought you'd never ask," The blonde-haired sith woman responded. She nodded to Arcann, who brought up an image of Corneria. "Sith Covenant blockade has been broken, but there are reports now that in the midst of the Sith occupation, there is a Tal Shiar presence, possibly with elements of the Klingon houses of Torg or Duras."
"Have we confirmed that it's there?" Luro asked.
"We haven't confirmed anything," Arcann stated, "But isolated reports indicate both the Sith and Tal Shiar found something there."
"It's the best lead we've had," said Theron from a shady corner. "I say we jump on this while we still can."
"If it's there," Luro sighed.
"I'm of a mind with Theron, Commander - we must act, while we have the opportunity," Arcann suggested. Luro sighed wearily.
"Very well. Whistle up Shae, get a strike team of their best ready. Theron, get transport. We're going in."
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*Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior Battle Ground*
There was a slight shuffling over the radio, before DD-18 spoke. “No, Lord Malgus. Your coup de grace seems to have scared off everything in the area.”
Duggs has dismounted his Hunter, and was searching through the scorched earth. He kept his rifle, a pistol-gripped short barreled machine pressed job that was barely stable, in paw. Duggs feared two things. Either the scarab had been bearing babies, which had a habit of surviving extreme conditions, and would immediately set upon him. Or...or his wingman survived, miraculously. Duggs had seen the state of pilots struck by similar attacks. It was agreed among pilots that death was a much better alternative.
Thankfully, the chassis was gone, shards of metal and charred black something scattered about the crater. Duggs sighed aloud, and started back towards his mech.
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*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"He said something about being more comfortable here, along with most of his equipment being here as well." Krystal replied ringing the front doorbell.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Your guess is as good as mine but we need to get to the control room and make sure they don't launch anymore!" Alex noted taking a keycard off the dead soldier nearby her.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"Wait are we fighting imperials or Klingons?" Flier asked.
** Unseen Avenger, Sangheilios ***
"We have missed a lot , we only heard of the schism after our profit betrayed us and set the ships course into a nearby star, as you coould probably tell we killed him and saved the ship." Kyva replied.
---Kira's room, Indari Manor,Dragon'taan---
A red/white fox peered into the room and saw a young four legged dragon was sleeping peacefully in the arms of an anthro dragon, shaking her head, she shut the door and left the two alone...
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
A loud Zapping sound could be heard in the distance two blue lightning bolt like projectiles slammed into the side of one of the giant AT-AT walkers causing it to fall over ,but also leaving huge holes in it's armor plated side, in the distance a Pouncer (https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Pouncer)Omnimech stood recharging it's two particle projectile cannons as it's arms tracked the second walker...
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*** Peragus III Mining Station, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"Well that gives me some mixed feelings," Weaver muttered to himself, before speaking back into the comms, "I found the conduit for the turbolift... I think. Do we know if anyone left the station? Otherwise I think someone may still be here. Either that or they wanted to return."
He pointed his flashlight at the pipe and looked around the interior for a moment, making sure there wasn't any kind of trap before fishing the conduit out. Weaver gave it a look-over, trying to determine how much damage, if any, was done to it.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"Eh? Something wrong?" Dusk asked. He peered at his own scanners, seeing if they picked up anything, or on the other hand, if he was being scanned.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
“It is possible, and it’s far enough away that our sensors wouldn’t be able to pick up anything. If there is a post out there then I’d happily enforce a strategic move to approach it” Katin answered. A small beeping noise could be heard from a tablet lying on the table. He grabbed it and pulled up the notification. “Huh, that’s weird. Our satellites are picking up something just now. It’s sending an alert on and off about something around our atmosphere. But it keeps turning off right as it comes on. Crap is this thing on the fritz?”
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
“Well, that seems to be doing the job just right.” He noticed the gaping holes in the side of the fallen AT-AT. He took the opportunity, while the other AT-AT was being focused on the Pouncer, and surveyed the still intact walker. He walked over to the monster of a war machine. “I’ll say this once. If there’s anyone still alive in there, come out unarmed.” Damien yelled into the fray.
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*Korriban*
Fayam growled, "Imperials, mate. The guys who captured miss here-" he nodded to Rhea "-were undoubtedly Imperials. I expect no different troops in there." He played around with his gun while saying this.
*New Romulus*
The copilot made a calculation. "To summarize, you mentioned 4 groups, which have 6 men each: 6 engineers, 6 meds, 6 tactical, and 6 cooks. They, along with you, make 25. But, you mentioned you had about 50 in total. What about the other half of your group?"
*Earth*
Mary explained, "No, my family is Gaian from origin. But, I come from a branch that settled on Coruscant just a few generations ago. Not sure why they came here, but they still live there today."
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Name:Anatoly Vasiliev
Age:68
Clothing: Sokol IVA suit
Species:Wolf
Info/Bio: Hailing from another Universe, Anatoly arrived to this one from a temporal anomaly and hails from the Russian SFSR of the Soviet Union. He was originally a Cosmonaut sent on a extremely secretive mission to study a anomaly which has appeared near that universe's Earth, he ultimately vanished and was ruled dead along with his mission being a stunning failure. In reality he was sucked through the anomaly and was thrown into the current universe, what seemed like a relatively small passage also left him inexplicably aged and worn. Altogether he has been drifting through space for a week or two and is now orbiting above Earth
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
“It is possible, and it’s far enough away that our sensors wouldn’t be able to pick up anything. If there is a post out there then I’d happily enforce a strategic move to approach it” Katin answered. A small beeping noise could be heard from a tablet lying on the table. He grabbed it and pulled up the notification. “Huh, that’s weird. Our satellites are picking up something just now. It’s sending an alert on and off about something around our atmosphere. But it keeps turning off right as it comes on. Crap is this thing on the fritz?”
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
“Well, that seems to be doing the job just right.” He noticed the gaping holes in the side of the fallen AT-AT. He took the opportunity, while the other AT-AT was being focused on the Pouncer, and surveyed the still intact walker. He walked over to the monster of a war machine. “I’ll say this once. If there’s anyone still alive in there, come out unarmed.” Damien yelled into the fray.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
Damien would soon get a responce in the form of Klingon disruptor fire and red plasma bolts from B2 Super Battle droids (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/B2_super_battle_droid) and a Klingon warrior both having the logo of the House of Torg on their shoulder.
**Korriban**
"What I'd like to know is how did Imperials get their hands on a Klingon ship." Nari replied.
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~ Approaching Dragonta'an ~
Michen stood up again after hearing this message. What a shame, lying down on the floor wasn't too bad. Then again, the fur probably helped with that. He looked at the badge, trying to pick it up again. He used his quite blunt claws to lift the badge off of the ground so he was able to take it in his mouth again. After he succeeded, he jumped back onto the chair and turned around so he didn't have the chair in his face. All what was left to do now was activate the feral seat belt and he was ready for landing.
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Anatoly floated around his capsule, He couldn't tell where he was but he assumed he was around Earth. He tried making his way towards some sort of viewport and managed to look out through the small circular window, luckily this was Earth he just needed to find how to get his shuttle under control. He let go of the handles around the view port and was tossed towards a console which he rummaged the various dials and nodes until he found something that could send out a distress signal he turnt this on and waited with the hope that something would find him before he drifted into Earth's atmosphere and was inevitably burnt up in entry
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*Korriban*
Fayam explained, "Well, from what I know, they hijacked it. Not sure how they came on board in the first place, but then again, those kind of details are irrelevant for my job."
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Name: Lt. Cadonis
Age: 24
Sex: Male
Species: Cat hybrid
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 155lbs
Appearance: Curvy silver hair (shoulder length), attractive, yellow/red eyes, tan fur, slender.
Clothing: Navy blue postal fighter suit.
Personality: Anti-hero, typically introvert but doesn't mind company. Cocky, has considerable experience in hand to hand combat and spacecraft operations.
Occupation: Federal Employee, works for the Postal Service delivering important messages to space stations and ships across the galaxy. *Is currently adrift in a damaged ship and unconscious.*
Additional Info: (SECRET) Isn't actually a postal employee, hijacked the ship and stole the uniform for unknown reasons.
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*** Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior Battle Ground ***
It was then that Sith Drop Ships arrived, and began unloading personnel overseen by lower-ranking Sith Acolytes. Malgus and Ahsoka walked out of that cave, and Ahsoka spoke to DD-18, "Hell of a creature. Is there anything else on this world we need to know about?"
Malgus was the second to speak up. "Are there any wounded or otherwise injured? If so, we need to get them to the Kolto tanks."
*** Kira's room, Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kira slept soundly with her arm wrapped around her niece. Occasionally, her face would twitch, but she otherwise remained still.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Roc wordlessly fell in behind, keeping his AR197 ready to fire at a moment's notice.
*** Unseen Avenger, Sangheilios ***
"Clearly," Thel said. "You are fortunate to have not been present at High Charity when the Schism took place... a lot of people died that day. How many didn't have to...?"
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"Long story, not enough time - ready weapons. We're only gonna get one shot at this," Rhea said as the shuttle entered the shuttle bay. There was a slight shudder as the ship landed. "Wait for hangar pressure to stabilize," she cautioned.
*** New Romulus ***
"Half of that are marines, the other half general crewmen," Temer reported.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy frowned. "Coruscant? You have kin on Coruscant?" She said with evident surprise.
*** Earth Orbit ***
A UNSC Valiant-Class Heavy Cruiser - the UNSC Chaos March - approached the capsule and sent out a standard hailing signal. "This is Captain Durant of the UNSC Chaos March - if the person or persons inside the capsule orbiting Earth can hear me on this channel, please acknowledge this transmission."
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"What kind of readings are your satellites picking up?" Silrus asked. "Can you show me?"
*** Warship Iron Dragon Nephira Orbit ***
"Admiral, there seems to be some commotion down planetside... something about a House of Torg causing trouble," one of Vhikarev's crewmen reported.
"Klingons... and if the House of Torg is here, so is the House of Duras, and the Tal Shiar won't be far behind... but why here...?" Vhikarev mused aloud.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The transport arrived over Dragon'taan, and began hailing the orbital station for clearance to dock. Out the viewport next to Michen, the world of Dragon'taan was clear to see. The orbiting Dragon'taan Marauder Corps fleet would give a superior sense of security, having the largest and most powerful ships in the galaxy, yet even there, something felt... off.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Even so, I think you need to be extremely careful, given your current condition," Markus suggested. "Last time I was here, this place was raining acid."
*** Peragus III Mining Station, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
There would be very little in the way of actual damage to the control conduit - in fact, it looked as though the damage was meant to be easily repaired in the event it would be needed again. Highly unusual.
"See if that conduit will restore the turbolift, and if it does, ride the turbolift to the Dormitories. You may be right - someone may still be alive. If they're not in the Dorms, they could be in the administration level. Unfortunately, I cannot go in and do a sensor scan to get any specifics," Praven told Weaver.
Just as he said that, there was the sound of metallic, clanking footsteps just outside.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"No, but there's apparently a major Liberation campaign underway at Corneria, and it looks like the Imperium of Man detonated a nuke on Dragon'taan," Jacqueline said. She paused, and then added, "What's this...? I think I have our next target. Should make nice bait for one of the Heralds."
{{{ OOC MESSAGE }}}
Cloud Titan, you don't need my approval to start in GS. I'm always glad to see a new face in this RP. Feel free to post an intro whenever you want.
{{{ OOC MESSAGE ENDS}}}
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*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Alex pulled a keycard from the dead guard, then walked to the otherside of the hallway using the stolen card to open the door "This looks like a comm room, we need to warn high command about the nukes here." Alex explained.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Markus, I'm wearing armor plus a personal shield system." Krystal explained as she opened the door and stepped into the Castle "Anakin must be busy, usually he has someone greet me."
*** Unseen Avenger, Sangheilios ***
"I can't even imagine, considering the most we got was a rouge prophet who was easily slain ,by myself once he betrayed us." Kyva replied.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
Nari pulled back the bolt on her Br-95, Flier prepped her laser rifle. "Ready." they both said, armor and helmets materializing on to thier bodies.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
“Sure, here take a look.” Katin handed over the tablet to Silrus. “It’s strange. It’s as if whatever was picked up has left some sort of residual trail...that or something is up there and can get past our sensors. However with all the other cruisers up there it would be near impossible to not be picked up by someone at least.”
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
As firearms flurried bullets in his direction, Damien acted quickly. He crossed his arms in an “X” formation in front of him, creating a magical yellow energy barrier that pulled out his core in the form of draconic wings forming from his back. A few of the laser blasts grazed him in several places before he brought up his shield. He held his footing as the barrage continued. “Seriously?! I was asking nicely!” He started pushing slowly forward as he struggled against the fire engaging against his shield hoping to get close.
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*** Earth Orbit ***
Anatoly made his way towards the communication station and grabbed the Radio, although damaged he managed to hear enough to piece together the request. He found something that might help and hooked it up to the transmitter. These oscillators were planned to play the first couple of notes of the Internationale in a fashion similar to the Lunik 10 capsule that once orbited moon did as a sort of bragging right the USSR could hold. He started transmitting the signal which was the song meant to be an acknowledgement to the strange ship that found him
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*Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior Battleground*
DD-18 nodded. "There's a huge database back in Gorbis. I can't access it all, it would fry my circuits."
Zadok approached Malgus with a salute. "Lett's wounded. We've field treated her, but the infection will begin spreading soon."
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*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
Lord Rekluss was on his way to the government enclave. The artifact must be secured, even if he has to secure it himself.
[WF-4]
"It has not been a nice day!" the NCO shouted over the gunfire. "Fire team was moving civilians out of the city, trying to get them out while the Sith were shoring up defenses - came under attack from a roving patrol! Our guys radioed in backup, but so did the Sith! Been stuck in this firefight ever since! They're keeping us pinned down, and we need to get the civvies out of here! Word has it they're gonna send Sith Lords to wipe us out!"
[WF-8]
The Government Enclave was thick with enemies - a direct assault would have been ill-advised. But then, in a surprise twist, Klingon forces beamed in with Romulan Republic personnel and engaged the surprised Sith Covenant troops. With the enemies in the enclave now distracted, it would be an ideal time to go in and secure the artifact, whatever it is. A broad-comm transmission came over allied radios: "All liberating forces, this is Commander Travis - allies from the Klingon Defense Force and the Romulan Republic are sending down reinforcements; watch your fire, people. We'll have friendlies mixed with hostiles."
[WF-14]
The CMO looked over the wound, and frowned in concern. "This wound... I've seen it before," he said, looking to Phire. "This is consistent with a type-three disruptor; only three races in the galaxy I know use that kind of weapon - Romulans, Klingons, and Breen."
*** Warship Iron Dragon, En Route to Nephira ***
"Any new updates on the Cornerian Front?" Vhikarev asked Wilco.
(Sorry for being so late with this)
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
They start following his trail.
[WF-4]
Kona nods. "Keep them back, my men will help you! Arkhal, on me. We're grabbing more civvies!"
[WF-8]
They radio in their confirmation and keep fighting, making sure to avoid friendly fire.
[WF-14]
"What would any of those three want with Corneria...?"
(Warship Iron Dragon, In Nephira Orbit)
Wilco nods. "The KDF and RR are helping the liberators."
He then realises that Vhikarev was musing over something else, so he just mentally slaps himself for his stupidity and keeps scrolling on the datapad.
Post Merge: November 18, 2018, 09:55:25 AM
(Also, Rom, can you please catch me up on this stuff in DM?)
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~ Approaching Dragon'taan ~
Michen was mentally too tired to pay too much attention about the looming threat. He did regain a little energy back by loafing around, so he was able to pay attention to the general surrounding. Looking out of the window he saw the spaceship flying around, but wasn't able to place it. You couldn't blame him, he has never been to an intergalactic trip before. It definitely looked imposing, though.
Either way, in a small amount of time he'd have solid ground under his paws again and he'd be able to settle down. AGAIN. He wasn't fully aware that in his nervosity he was softly chewing on the badge.
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*Korriban*
Fayam held a finger on the trigger, ready to storm out and attack.
*New Romulus*
Johnny put everything in his PDA and said, "OK. That means we'll still have to get some additional crew, but it's a good start. You should probably tell the marines we're gonna treat them as general crew outside of battle- and, we might have to work on the engineering or medical skills of some of those general men. Navigators and IT specialists are then yet to be recruted, but that shouldn't be too much of a big deal."
*Earth*
Mary replied, "What's so weird about that? By now, more Gaians have moved to it. Not that anything's wrong with Gaia, mind. Besides, they also use it as a travel hub more often than not."
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*** Peragus III Mining Station, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"Got it, heading back now," Weaver said, preparing to turn back when he heard the metallic footsteps. He froze for a second, taking a moment to realize that he might be in danger. He shutoff his flashlight, though still keeping it in hand, and looked around the room for some kind of hiding spot. Not really thinking, he'd pick the first spot that seemed even somewhat okay.
Sure, the person could have been friendly, but considering the situation of the entire facility, Weaver didn't exactly want to say hello.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
Dusk's response was almost immediate, "A nuke? Well... I'm going to guess that several more are to follow. I just hope they bombed a military target and not the civilian populace," he waited to hear the rest of what Jacqueline had to say before responding more politely this time, "Next target? Well I'm ready to go when you are. It's uh... it's not in the war zone is it?"
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{{{ EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY }}}
The world of Azeroth from World of Warcraft has been added to the list of available locations. So anyone that enjoys Warcraft can go nuts there. That being said, as always - consult the list to see what's on Azeroth.
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*** Peragus III Mining Station, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
The footsteps eventually retreated deeper into the facility - in the opposite direction. Away from Weaver and his objective. Eventually, the clanking footsteps would fall silent. If Weaver moved now, he could conceivably get back to the hangar and the turbolift to the dormitories without attracting the assailant's attention - if it was an assailant. Either way, Weaver would find that with a few minor repairs, that conduit was, indeed, the one needed for the turbolift, and once replaced, the console would light up like a Christmas tree. Along with the turbolift functions, that same code was flashing on a side transmission: 3, 17, 13, 5, and 7. Regardless, the next logical step would be to take the turbolift to the Dorms and search for survivors.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"Not a war zone, no - but a target that the Cardassians need eliminated. With any luck, we'll attract the attention of one of those Heralds, too. Get your ship ready, and form up with mine; we leave as soon as I get back to my vessel," Jacqueline said.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
The hangar pressure stabilized, and Rhea had an idea. Reaching out with the Force, she clouded the minds of those in the hangar control room, in an effort to buy enough time to waylay the inspection team and get through the doors into the ship proper.
It worked. The personnel there were rendered inert, and as soon as the doors opened, Rhea was the first one out and cut down the officer without hesitation. Soon as the officer was dead, she bolted for the door, hoping her sister, Nari and Fayam were all close behind. The inspection team wouldn't be large - just an officer, two guards, and a pair of technicians.
*** New Romulus ***
"Well, if you need additional personnel, I know a place you could look," Temer suggested. "There are always general crew mercs looking for work; in fact, the Klingon Defense Force recently built an enclave on Qo'nos for them to offer their services to passing starships. Sol III Also has one, too - though, in contrast to the mercs on Qo'nos, who are better at fighting and keeping a ship fit for battle, the mercs on Sol III are much more suited to more scientific duties, but still maintain ships admirably."
"... And that should do it," Selek sighed. "And none too soon - god knows when those triggers will get here, but when they do, the Tal Shiar will be in for a nasty surprise when this thing doesn't do what they expect."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"Yeah, but you said you're from Corneria," Amy said.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The ship docked at an orbital station, and the seat belt sign was off again, and everyone began getting up and getting their belongings so they could head down to the surface.
*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
To Lord Rekluss' surprise, the enclave was already embroiled in a pitched fight between Sith Covenant forces and a task force comprised of KDF and Romulan Republic marines.
[WF-4]
The NCO began barking orders, and personnel inside began handing off civvies to liberator forces. But the fight just ahead was getting dire, with neither side showing signs of letting up.
[WF-8]
The fight in the Government Enclave was getting tense, even though the balance of forces favored the Liberators. Still, the Sith Covenant forces refused to surrender.
[WF-14]
The CMO shook his head. "You're asking the wrong person, pal - I'm a doctor, not a soldier. But this needs to be reported."
*** Corneria Orbit ***
In yet another surprise twist, the commingled forces of the Eternal Alliance appeared, consisting of various ships from various factions, all emblazoned with a peculiar half-Republic, half-Sith Empire symbol. The ships were running with shields and weapons powered, but made no hostile gesture to the Liberators; but transporter signatures were detected.
Unbeknownst to the Liberators, a strike team of Commandos led by Major Aric Jorgan beamed to the lowest level of the Government Enclave - where the artifact was suspected to be. "Havoc Squad, reporting in - we're ready to move."
*** Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior Battleground ***
"Then let's get her to the hospital," Malgus suggested. "Can your men stabilize her enough to last till we get there?"
"I'll help," Ahsoka offered. "What can I do?"
*** Earth Orbit ***
"Unidentified pod, we are sending out tractor tugs to bring you aboard - sit tight," radioed the UNSC Chaos March.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
Silrus studied the anomaly, the spoke, "This... could be another cloaked ship." He silently muttered about why everyone was coming here, and half of them being cloaked. "If you can send an open transmission, they might respond, and give us some clue to their intent."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Agreed, but make it quick - in another minute--" Roc started, but was cut off by alert klaxxons.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
Just as Krystal had said this, a middle-aged man wearing a black, hooded cloak opened the door. This was not Anakin, but rather, one of his servants. "Who calls for Lord Vader?"
Markus raised an eyebrow, but nonetheless identified himself: "Lord-Admiral Markus Tokarev, United Alliance Coalition."
*** Unseen Avenger, Sangheilios ***
"Regardless, I am happy to see brothers that had originally been thought lost return to us," Thel told Kyva. "Now, given you were traveling in the company of humans, am I correct in assuming you've put any misgivings about them aside?"
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
Two vessels dropped out of Warp over Azeroth - a Reman Scimitar-class Warbird, and a Romulan D'Derridex-class Warbird. Both were commanded by denizens that called Azeroth home. "Been a long time since I laid eyes on this place," Ketorr commented.
"Still, not a bad place to have a second home," Lian responded over an open channel. Ketorr looked down at his young son. "See that? That's were daddy met mommy." Young John looked up at his mother.
"Is that true, mommy?" he asked.
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
Flier and Nari were almost stepping on Rhea's tail as they followed, "With my luck we'll meet a Dark jedi Klingon..." Nari muttered as she followed along.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"I wasn't expecting that..." Alex grumbled , having already sent the message , she waited for it to send before she ran out of the comm room, gun at the ready.
*** Dragon'taan , outer city ***
Despite Krystal having left the battlefield the forces attacking the imperium army were still pushing their enemies back, soon a large spherical shaped ship came into view.... "Command we're picking up a Union class dropship, any idea how they got it past the orbital defenses?" Asked the current head of the Dragon'taan forces.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Krystal Tokarev, of the New Cerinian Command, i'm expected, Lord vader meets with me reguarlly for updates on his restoration." Krystal replied.
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
The Young female Worgen, The youg wolf-like being had asked a question , looked to the larger Worgen with a stern look."Ketorr do we really have time for-" She was cut off by her son's question. "Uhh...yeah." She blushed.
"Geez do you two always fight like this?" Asked a young female Draenei
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
As firearms flurried bullets in his direction, Damien acted quickly. He crossed his arms in an “X” formation in front of him, creating a magical yellow energy barrier that pulled out his core in the form of draconic wings forming from his back. A few of the laser blasts grazed him in several places before he brought up his shield. He held his footing as the barrage continued. “Seriously?! I was asking nicely!” He started pushing slowly forward as he struggled against the fire engaging against his shield hoping to get close.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
the Klingon warrior and battle droids did not let up, it was pretty clear now that they had no intentions to leave Damien alive, a loud bang could be heard as the pouncer punctured the hull of the other AT-AT walker with it's Particle Projectile cannons.
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***Earth Orbit***
Anatoly heard the confirmation and floated back towards the view port, looking at the ship he was facing with a mix of confusion and curiosity. This definitely wasn't a Russian ship let alone something he thought was possible. He was glad that he didn't have to burn up in orbit though.
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~ Arrival at Dragon'taan ~
Michen swiped the seat away again, jumped off of the seat and planned their options ahead. After he left the shuttle (for lack of better terms), he would be inside the space station, then... Then what? Crowley said something about a Jedi? The entire future made so little sense at this point that he wasn't even really questioning it anymore. First things first, as soon as he left this thing he'd need to discover the city he was in AGAIN, preferably without losing the badge. He still had to wait a little for now for it to be safe. He wasn't entirely unfamiliar when it came to flying on planes, so he used those experiences now.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
“Seriously? Another cloaked vessel? What in the gods names is everyone popping up all of a sudden? If this keeps happening with no relent we might have to be put into a state of major panic.” Katin paced as he tried to make sense of all that was occurring. “Ok, let’s send out an open communications signal. However if no one answers, then I’m sorry I’ll be forced to engage for the protection of my people.”
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
Damien growled as the relentless fire rained down on him. He stood strong in place as the winged shield began to crack. “Okay, I’ve had enough of this!” He inhaled a deep breath as yellow aura centered in his chest. Ethereal horns formed at his head like a dragon. As the rumble from the other fallen walker shook the ground he took the opportunity to attack. He dropped his shield and released a miasma of yellow and black flame that scorched the area in front of him. Taking whatever blasts that was incoming.
(Sorry for late reply, weekend with family so phone was off. Also, heck yes to Azeroth!)
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*New Romulus*
Anna nodded. "Great. Thanks, man. I'd really love to see their faces, but I can't hang around for much longer. Better tell Velen before 'going missing'." After those words, she turned away and pretended nothing had happened in the bomb room.
Johnny hummed. "I'll suggest it to Anna. Though, she'll probably still head over to Gaia. There are some unemployment problems in the spacefaring sector too. Anyway." He opened a contract on his PDA and showed it to Temer. "Just a formality, but I'll need you to sign there. Else I won't get the crew thingy legally sorted."
*Earth*
Mary shrugged. "Well, we've pretty much spread out from there. I have some family on Corneria too, though it's very little. Just me, my parents and my siblings. Speaking of which, I hope they're ok."
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(ADD ON TO LAST POST)
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
Katin took the moment to have a signal sent out to whatever craft in the space above that may be concealing itself. “Attention spacecraft, this is Katin Hysteria, King of Ceol of Nephira, requesting immediate reply as to your intentions of entering our atmosphere.” He said as the signal bounced off towards the emissions.
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*Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior Battleground*
“Of course,” DD-18 nodded. “Lett will survive, but we cannot linger here.” The droid gently pulled Lett to her feet, and started for the Sith dropship.
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*** Mongdrigo, Cave Exterior Battleground ***
"Let my people handle the analysis of the crystals in the cave; if my suspicion is correct, they can be used in our lightsabers," Malgus said, trying to help with getting Let to her feet. "Which reminds me of a project I wanted to discuss, but it can wait till we get back to the city."
Ahsoka, following behind Malgus, was both curious about this project, and about Malgus' behavior. He wasn't at all like the Sith Lord she'd expected him to be. He was honorable, sympathetic, and seemed more Jedi than Sith. Ahsoka considered this wasn't really Malgus, but could sense that Malgus wasn't putting out any signs of deception. That meant one thing:
Malgus truly had been reborn, and could be a powerful ally. Grand Master Skywalker would want to know of this. But while Ahsoka would keep quiet on this, her face would portray deep thought.
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
"Admiral, the denizens down planetside are requesting our intent," one of Vhikarev's crewmen reported.
Vhikarev sighed, then commanded, "Very well; drop the cloaking device." In seconds, a massive, multi-kilometer Resurgent-class Star Destroyer (http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/0/01/Resurgent-class_Star_Destroyer.png/revision/latest?cb=20151220050133) shimmered into appearance, easily dwarfing Silrus' vessel. The one consolation from this massive vessel came from the fact that neither weapons nor shields were powered. "Attention, mister Hysteria... this is Admiral Vhikarev of the Warship Iron Dragon. You can relax, I did not come here to harm you... but I sensed I might find a clue to my assailants here. As it happens, I learned prior to my decision to come here that they sometimes worked with elements of the Tal Shiar and the Klingon houses of Torg and Duras."
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
At the mention of the name of this interloper and the fact he was hunting Tal Shiar and the rogue Klingon houses in connection with an unknown assailant that had accosted him, Silrus looked to Katin with a look of deep thought. "This might be exactly what we need to unravel this mess - I may not have met Admiral Vhikarev in person, but I have heard of him - he's a powerful fellow with friends in high places. He might be able to get some of the pieces to this puzzle for us."
*** New Romulus ***
"Of course," Temer said, adding his signature. "How soon should I have the crew ready?"
Velen was busy working on her console, but was nonetheless aware of Anna's success.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"I'm sure they got out of there before it all happened," Jason assured Mary.
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Station ***
As the cabin of the transport emptied, there began distant, distraught shouts. Not violent, more irritated than anything. Like one would be finding out that access to the surface of Dragon'taan, which was why one came all this way to get, was suddenly shut down because of a sudden and brazen attack. As if that wasn't bad enough, now the transport was unable to leave for fear of attack in orbit.
Michen was, for lack of a better word, stranded.
But in the midst of the station's activity, a lone, scarred fox dressed in tattered robes that made him look like a wraith, wandered about. Curiously, he seemed to be slowly looking around, as though scanning for something. Or someone. If Michen was paying attention, he may notice that clipped to this man's belt were several lightsabers.
***Earth Orbit***
Not long after, a trio of tugs arrived, snared the pod in a tractor beam, and began dragging it to the waiting hangar of the Chaos March.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
"Be careful what you wish for," Rhea commented as she led the team through the bowels of the ship. She would stop long enough to eliminate a troublesome patrol, but eventually came across one of the cargo bays. She began working on the console, and frowned. "Security code's been changed... clever." She looked to Fayam and the others. "Keep watch - I'll break this code."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Roc was right behind Alex, ready to gun down any Imperium b***** that moved.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Ah. Lord Vader said you would stop by at some point. This way," the servant said, and lead Krystal and Markus to Anakin's chambers. He was on the floor meditating. His face had completely been restored, and his hair had just started to grow back.
"Admiral Krystal... is it that time of the month already?" Anakin asked, his eyes still closed, "I thought you weren't due till next week, you eager--" he paused, frowned, and opened his eyes, making note of Krystal's enlarged belly. "Did I miss something? When did you decide to have a baby? Thought you already had two."
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"When you have a boyfriend or husband, you will too," Ketorr chuckled. He directed a comment to his crewmen: "Standard orbit."
"Standard orbit, aye," the helmsman acknowledged.
"For one thing, Kia, we're on shore leave; for another, Dragon'taan has more than enough personnel there. They needed personnel here, which is the other reason we're here; we were put in charge of overseeing the construction of a DMC Command Post in this region, per the request of King Wrynn," Ketorr explained. "And no, I did not sell the house - mom and dad are looking after it until we have personnel who can be trusted to run the post here for us."
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
Flier and Nari nodded their eyes and guns trained on the hallway entrance..."I wish Serena or another Ai was here." Nari grumbled.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"I think we should head to the command center and see if we can just capture the leaders there." Alex noted as she led the way
***Dragon'taan, battleground***
The DMC/NCC forces continued to push back the imperiaum forces which were in full retreat, the allied forces stood just beyond the range of the Union Dropship's weapons. "Do we have any air support?" the commander of the Dmc/ncc forces asked, as the rest of the allied forces regrouped.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Time of the month?" Krystal asked blushing..."Well I think you can see why I'm here early, and actually the other two were born artificially." She added "I came to finish the discussion we had on your legs weather you wanted cyborg or real legs." Krystal finished reaching her mind to Anakin's 'Due dates for babies are rarely 100% accurate, i'm actually due now ,but I'm not telling Markus that.' she told Anakin through telepathy.
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"Well excuse me for being out of the loop, it's not easy when taking care of a child, speically when their teeth come in." The female Worgon replied, rubbing her chest with one hand as old memories came back into her mind.
"Where's Lian?" Aylina asked.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
The Klingon warrior was incinerated by the fire but a couple of the droids continued marching forward towards Damien their blasters overheated ,but soon they would begin firing again when their blasters cooled off it was only a matter of time...
*** Unseen Assailent, Captain's quarters ***
The door beep would go off as someone rang the bell, awaiting for it's occupant to allow the door to open, a Navy blue furred Fox in his flightsuit waited with a sort of ice cooler on the floor next to him.
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*Mongdrigo*
As the dropships touched down, medical teams scrambled into action. They quickly got Lett to the hospital, the rest of the Red Brigade following her. Maintenance crews scrubbed the dropships of any tiberium dust, focusing heavily on landing gears and air intakes.
-Research Center, Mongdrigo-
“Quit pulling my tail,” a Mongdrigan security official said incredulously to his Sith counterpart.
“I’m serious,” the Sith responded. “Liquid ice’s a natural thing. It’s called water”
“No way. Ice has to be melted, and it comes from the moon.”
-Research Lab XR-77, Research Center-
A literal red-headed Mongdrigan, sat staring at the corner of his room. An experiment in stealth, his mind was shattered by camouflage and imitation technology. A speaker, built into the wall, squelched before a researcher spoke.
“Jayce?” A female voice said gently. “How are we today? You had quite the day yesterday.”
“Yes, quite.” Jayce’s head lolled towards the one-way observation window. “Twenty meters out the door before you reached me. Your robo-corpses are slow and predictable.” He cackled, before falling silent.
Valentine, the researcher assigned to Jayce, sighed. She’d worked with him long enough to know she wouldn’t get anything out of him for a while.
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*** Peragus III Mining Station, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
Weaver held his breath for as long as he could, before giving a relieved sigh as the footsteps went away. After a few moments to collect himself, he hissed into his comms.
"Uh... we may have a problem. There's someone else here. Not sure if they're friendly or not. I didn't see them, but I did hear them. I did find the module to fix the turbolift though. I... think I can make it to the dorms. I just hope that lift isn't too noisy."
Thanks to some of the tools on his suit, he repaired what little damage was on the module, noting the same numbers on the side as was in the broadcast. He then slowly, but surely, made his way towards the turbolift, making sure to listen carefully for any more footsteps. If only he brought some kind of motion sensor.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
"You got it," Dusk replied. If there were any drones still left outside his ship, they were recalled one last time. Any drones already stationed in the ship began a retrofit, either being specialized in damage control or combat. Dusk looked over his ship's systems once more before briefly nodding to himself.
The ship's engines kicked in as the ship began to undock itself.
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***Earths Orbit***
Anatoly was slightly jolted once his capsule started moving, He continued to look out his viewport trying to scan for what exactly was pulling his capsule to the Chaos March
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
Katin took a moment to ponder the situation, then sighed. “Alright, Admiral Vihkarev, I acknowledge your presence and am allowing you passage into our domain. If you have any kind of knowledge I would like to discuss it. In person if you will. As a king of this land I prefer negotiations on a personal level. Bring whatever guard you like if it pleases you, but here are my coordinates.” Before he hung up he left with smart remark, “and if you would please use the front door.” Katin signed off on his communication. He turned to Silrus, “Rear Admiral, you’ve shown your cause in this matter and I appreciate it. If you’re deciding to aid us further in the matter I wish to help your cause as well if you have one. A Hysteria fights not just for his own merit, but for the merit of others.”
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
Panting from the deep breath he had just released, Damien dropped to a knee. “Crap -huff- those bots must be -huff- resistant to intense heat -huff-“ He held his chest with one hand as he tried manifesting his wing shield again. It would keep puffing out into sparks as he needed to recover from the intensity of the attack he had released. As it looked lost to him a friendly voice could be heard.
“Deary I thought you could handle yourself in a fight?” Esme had arrived on the scene with her rapier in hand standing before the scorched earth and battered enemy walker and it’s droids.”I could have sworn you and your brother were to be reckoned with. But out of breath already? A shame.” She giggled as she raised her blade in a dueling fashion against the droids approaching them.
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*Korriban*
Fayam sniffed. "That could also have dire consequences. If they would've changed it, it could alert everyone on the ship of our presence. So, be glad they don't have that kind of security measures."
*New Romulus*
Johnny said, "Well, be ready in a week or two. The shipyard said it would take a couple of weeks to finish, but only a few days have passed since we left the order. Unless, of course, the days on the shipyard are shorter than we expect, which I'm pretty sure isn't the case."
Anna passed by Velen quickly. She spoke only three phrases: "It's done. I'm off. Good luck." After that, she tried to get away unseen.
*Earth*
Mary pulled her mouth. "Probably. Not sure. They might've been surprised and got stranded because of it."
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
"Got it!" Rhea proclaimed. The door slid open, and she was the first inside. One of the Klingons greeted her in their native tongue, but to anyone who didn't speak or understand Klingon, it would be impossible to understand what they were staying. More than once did Rhea indicate FLier, Nari and Fayam.
*** New Romulus ***
Velen would open the door to leave the post as Anna approached it, and the surveillance cameras in that area would mysteriously short out. Anna was free and clear to get going.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"Maybe, but keep some optimism," Amy told Mary.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"Be that as it may, it was never my intention to drag any of you into this," Silrus said. "I had no knowledge of Rogue Klingons or the Tal Shiar in the area. I came here looking to represent the Dragonarian Empire in First Contact with your people." Silrus scoffed. "Amazing what it so quickly turned into. Still, if you feel inclined to help others, you might speak to High General Kyle Indari, or Lord-Admiral Markus Tokarev, though I, regrettably, do not know where they presently are. Am I correct in assuming you've never heard of either?"
(Gonna wait on Wilco before I post Vhikarev's response, Damien.)
*** Earth Orbit ***
The Pod would be gently set down in the hangar of the Chaos March, and the hangar doors would close, and air pressure would stabilize. Some time later, a knock would come on the door.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Assuming they let themselves be taken alive," Roc commented.
*** Mongdrigo ***
Malgus stood at the edge of the pad, his hands on his hips, seemingly lost in thought. Ahsoka leaned to the nearest Mongdrigan. "How long has he been here?" she asked, indicating Malgus.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Yeah, you still haven't explained to me how exactly the organic leg thing works," Anakin said. "Where's the tech come from? And will my body know the difference?" In Krystal's mind, Anakin would say, I can understand that, but Markus is your husband, is he not? Does he not deserve to know that his son is soon to be born?
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"I told you," Lian joked in a sing-song tone over the comms.
"Knock it off, Lian," Ketorr said sternly. "And your sister is aboard her ship with your now-brother-in-law."
"That reminds me, are we gonna visit Pandaria? Or are we heading straight for Stormwind?" Lian asked.
*** Unseen Assailent, Captain's quarters ***
"You do realize I'm not in there all the time, right?" came a voice from behind that Kayle would find familiar.
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
Jacqueline's ship was formed up with the fleet and waiting for Dusk. "Our target is a base the rebel Cardassian 'True Way' group have beyond the Badlands. Cardassia is taxed by other matters, and cannot spare any ships, let alone groups, to deal with this, so they're offering a reward for anyone who can take care of this place. Apparently, they've been harassing Cardassian convoys."
*** Peragus III Mining Station, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
The turbolift would take Weaver to the Dorms, which would be eerily-silent. The doors would part to a room connected to a wide, U-shaped corridor. Halfway through, and the bottom of the U, was a door. It was locked down, and the nearby terminal would read that the dorms had entered an emergency lockdown. What was strange, was that there was a camera feed from both dorms linked to the terminal. While it would be trivial to end the lockdown, the camera feeds showed both dormitories filled with what looked to be poison gas. The gas would have to be dealt with first.
"Praven to Weaver - status?" came Praven's voice, slightly more garbled by static.
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** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
Nari and Flier followed close behind Rhea, shooting at any threat they saw.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"one less idiot in a cell to deal with..." ALex replied leading the way.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"It's kinda complicated , they are your legs made from your DNA though to put it simply i reconnect your nerves and bone to the leg and after a couple of minutes you should be able to use them again." krystal explained. 'I didn't want to worry him, I will let him know when we get back to the main ship. Krystal thought back.
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"Oh." Aylina replied.
"She always was a little too curious for her own good." Kia chuckled.
*** Unseen Assailent, Captain's quarters ***
"Would you rather me follow you everywher everytime even into the bathroom?" Kayle asked turning around. "I got some more of your favorite drink."
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*Mongdrigo*
"Erh...it's been a few months. Close to a year, I think?" The Mongdrigan shrugged. "We've been keeping pretty busy."
At the end of the street, several Mongdrigans were held in stocks, while others shouted at them in a huge circle.
"Traitors!"
"Lord Malgus has saved us!"
A hooded Mongdrigan toting a large, square-bladed sword dragged the green-tinted blade towards the raccoon's in stocks.
An armored Mongdrigan paced back and forth in front of the captives, riling up the crowd.
"These zealots planned to betray Lord Malgus's reign! They were planning to steal rations and escape the city! They would turn their backs on their brothers and sisters, in the pursuit of their 'crystal god'! We shall teach them the error of their ways!"
He motioned towards the sword-toting Mongdrigan, who nodded and adjusted his grip on the sword. Obviously, he was meaning to use it.
-
*Korriban*
Fayam stood there, gun ready, and a raised eyebrow. He didn't follow the conversation at all. Klingon was strange to him.
*New Romulus*
Anna made a safe escape back the way she came. The moment she got outside she summoned her motorcycle again to race off at high speed towards Faith. She wanted to leave her armour there before reporting the quest. Or should she do it in armour? It wasn't that much of a problem, right? She flicked the steer and headed for Obisek instead.
*Earth*
Mary sighed. "Yeah, it's unlikely they stayed there with the war."
-
***Earth Orbit***
After a tense bout of silent the pod door was thrown open and Anatoly stumbled out and looked around. his comparatively vintage IVA suit standing out when compared to his surroundings. His visor was slightly clouded and he couldn't really make out what was standing in front of him
-
*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
To Lord Rekluss' surprise, the enclave was already embroiled in a pitched fight between Sith Covenant forces and a task force comprised of KDF and Romulan Republic marines.
[WF-4]
The NCO began barking orders, and personnel inside began handing off civvies to liberator forces. But the fight just ahead was getting dire, with neither side showing signs of letting up.
[WF-8]
The fight in the Government Enclave was getting tense, even though the balance of forces favored the Liberators. Still, the Sith Covenant forces refused to surrender.
[WF-14]
The CMO shook his head. "You're asking the wrong person, pal - I'm a doctor, not a soldier. But this needs to be reported."
*** Corneria Orbit ***
In yet another surprise twist, the commingled forces of the Eternal Alliance appeared, consisting of various ships from various factions, all emblazoned with a peculiar half-Republic, half-Sith Empire symbol. The ships were running with shields and weapons powered, but made no hostile gesture to the Liberators; but transporter signatures were detected.
Unbeknownst to the Liberators, a strike team of Commandos led by Major Aric Jorgan beamed to the lowest level of the Government Enclave - where the artifact was suspected to be. "Havoc Squad, reporting in - we're ready to move."
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
The squad started fighting their way through the enemy forces, looking for Lord Rekluss.
[WF-4]
The liberators start trying to extract the civvies under covering fire from both the rest of the squad and the allies.
[WF-8]
The squad was fighting as best as they could, but things seemed to be not on their side, despite the help given by the allies. They reached the Enclave and started inside, the squad staggering somewhat, injuries threatening to overwhelm the 4 of them.
[WF-14]
Phire reports in the wound and waits for a response.
(Corneria Orbit)
Bios was working away at a file, before receiving a few messages from Wilco, all not making sense, he sighs and starts the decryption process.
(Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria)
Wilco was listening in, letting Vhikarev talk. He had sent encrypted messages to his 2-I-C, all nonsensical until decrypted.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
Katin took a moment to ponder the situation, then sighed. “Alright, Admiral Vihkarev, I acknowledge your presence and am allowing you passage into our domain. If you have any kind of knowledge I would like to discuss it. In person if you will. As a king of this land I prefer negotiations on a personal level. Bring whatever guard you like if it pleases you, but here are my coordinates.” Before he hung up he left with smart remark, “and if you would please use the front door.” Katin signed off on his communication. He turned to Silrus, “Rear Admiral, you’ve shown your cause in this matter and I appreciate it. If you’re deciding to aid us further in the matter I wish to help your cause as well if you have one. A Hysteria fights not just for his own merit, but for the merit of others.”
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
Panting from the deep breath he had just released, Damien dropped to a knee. “Crap -huff- those bots must be -huff- resistant to intense heat -huff-“ He held his chest with one hand as he tried manifesting his wing shield again. It would keep puffing out into sparks as he needed to recover from the intensity of the attack he had released. As it looked lost to him a friendly voice could be heard.
“Deary I thought you could handle yourself in a fight?” Esme had arrived on the scene with her rapier in hand standing before the scorched earth and battered enemy walker and it’s droids.”I could have sworn you and your brother were to be reckoned with. But out of breath already? A shame.” She giggled as she raised her blade in a dueling fashion against the droids approaching them.
Sorry writers block...
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
the remaining 4 b2 droids blasters cooled off they began firing at both Damien and Esme, not seeming to hold back at all.
-__-Cindy's Cantina, Ma'hara-__-
the door to the cantina opened and a grey she-wolf wearing a brown cloak, stepped into the establishment. "What brings you back? asked Cindy Sanstorm, owner of the Cantina, a vixen whose fur looked like it had been bleached and blasted by the sand.
"Your welcoming presence." The grey she-wolf joked sitting down in a bar stool...
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*** Cindy's Cantina, Ma'hara ***
As it happened, two stools to the grey she-wolf's right was a lone Pokemorph. Much taller than the standard Lucario or its advanced stages and with crimson fur, wearing patchwork armor and with a pair of lightsabers clipped to his belt, this lone Lucario Pokemorph sat at the bar sipping this blue drink with his hunting mask on the counter next to his left hand. He seemed definitely tired, evidenced by how he rubbed his temple with his right hand and took a sip now and then, trying to keep his eyes open.
*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
Lord Rekluss had become embroiled in the fight, but there were too many Klingon and Romulan forces. In fact, he was dueling one particular Klingon brandishing a Bat'leth.
[WF-4]
In a completely unexpected twist, an air strike flew in from nowhere, comprised of TIE Defenders, and blew apart half of the Sith Covenant forces. At the same time, a platoon of soldiers, varying in race, all beamed in and engaged the dazed Sith Covenant Forces. All of these new soldiers wore the same logo - that of a symbol made of half the Old Republic and half the Sith Empire's logos.
[WF-8]
A Romulan Medic approached them. "You! You lot gonna help us secure this place? Any of you need medical attention?"
[WF-14]
{Leaving this alone for now. Will get to it next post.}
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"Spacer! Can you identify yourself? Can you hear us?" asked an NCO.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
When Rhea finished conversing with the Klingon, he looked to Fayam. He nodded, and gestured for him to come closer. "Is it true? You are the one they call Fayam?" the Klingon asked.
*** New Romulus ***
As it happened, Obisek was still in his office, going over the latest reports.
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
Amy checked her watch. "Hnh... time really does fly when you're having fun," she said. She looked to Mary. "You got a place to stay?"
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Agreed..." Roc said with a wicked smile.
(Letting you handle the encounters with the Imperium Guard, Alessia.)
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"I see," Anakin responded. "Did you bring the tools to do that here?" In Krystal's mind, he asked, What are you two gonna name the child?
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"We have entered a standard orbit," proclaimed the helmsman.
"Good. XO, have the hangar prep my shuttle. I'm gonna head down there and get things started," Ketorr said. He looked to Kia. "You said you didn't wanna put John through the transporters till he was a lot older." He picked up John in his arms and headed for the door.
"I'll meet you guys down planetside," Lian commented.
*** Unseen Assailent, Captain's quarters ***
"Wouldn't be the first time you caught me without pants," Saraabi joked with a sly wink. "Come in, honey - I'm not having this conversation in the doorway."
*** Mongdrigo ***
Malgus overheard the charges, and strode over to the area, his cloak fluttering in the wind. "Hold!" he commanded. He looked over the motley prisoners, then approached the Mongdrigan in charge. "Might I ask what charges these people got?" he asked, even though he already knew. He had no intention of stopping this, however - if there was one thing that never changed in him, it was how he despised traitors. Especially traitors who spat in the face of his generosity. No, he merely wanted more details.
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*Mongdrigo*
The armored Mongdrigan bowed low before speaking. “My Lord, these heathens were plotting against you. They were attempting to stockpile food and water rations and had plans to leave the city, abandoning their work assignments. Officer Coburn is searching their records to find out what those were.” He kicked a cloud of dirt and pebbles at the prisoners. “Traitorous scum, the lot of ‘em.”
The prisoners immediately began speaking in their defense.
“We were using our own rations! We never meant harm!”
“We weren’t abandoning our jobs! I already spoke to the overmaster!”
“It’s not a permanent leave! We were going to Five Points on a pilgrimage!”
One in the crowd answered back.
“Pilgrimages are banned under Directive 3121! You’re kind have no care of the law!”
The crowd jeered and roared.
The executioner hefted his blade, awaiting Malgus’s go-ahead.
-
***UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit***
Anatoly faced roughly where the NCO was and yelled through the helmet that continued to slightly muffle his speech "I am Polkovnik Anatoly Vasiliev! Commander of the Issledovaniye Anomaliy 1 mission!" He said putting his hands up in case they happened to be the U.S crews his overseers warned him about back on his universe's Earth. "My callsign is palach!"
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*Korriban*
Fayam whisteled. "Look at that. I've clearly made quite a reputation to myself. Anyway, I'm the one and only."
*New Romulus*
Anna walked in Obisek's office, still in armour. She had removed her helmet to make conversation easier. She cleared her throat and said to the servants, "I'll need to check in with Obisek. It's about a job."
*Earth*
Mary shrugged. "I've got my hotel room until next week," she mentioned. "And, now you mention it, it's time to head over."
-
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
“Considering I’ve never left the atmosphere and you’re the first of any contact off world, you would be correct in your assumptions. However, if they are the ones whom I would speak with in offering our assistance after this conflict is resolved then I would gladly do so.” Katin proudfully exclaimed.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
“Don’t give me that right now Esme. Just help me!” Cried Damien in a bit of exhausted anger.
“Hmph, you’re always so rude young man.” Esme Swung her sabre at a striking motions sideways through the ground causing walls of Quartz crystal to form from beneath the earth, deflecting the blaster fire. She swung again, in an upward motion, bringing up spikes of Amethyst crystals underneath the droids.
-
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
2 of the droids were stuck on the crystal spikes, still functioning, though, but the others had avoided being pierced by them their thin legs allowing them to avoid the crystals, the 4 not letting up with their blaster fire. "Do you need help in there?!" asked a voice.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
"Yeah well i don't think we have too much time, to gloat about it." Nari grumbled. Flier stood there waiting in a 'guard' stance.
*** Cindy's Cantina, Ma'hara ***
Cindy walked over to the strange Jackal like creature. "Alright you've been here all day, is something wrong?" She asked.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Alex lead the way stopping at an intersection to another hallway holding her hand up in a silent gester to say 'someone was coming.' silently, as if on cue two imperial guardsmen poked around both corners firing bolters at the two , Alex returned fire hitting one of the guardsmen in the shoulder.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Well not exactly ,but we can beam them down when your ready." Krystal replied. It was decided that he was in charge of naming him. Krystal replied back in thought
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"At least someone listens to me." Kia replied "Why did we bring Him along again?" she asked
*** Unseen Assailent, Captain's quarters ***
"Won't be the last."Kayle added."Then why did you start one here?"he giggled.
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
An Ncc Defiant class vessel sent out a distres signal, the ship uncloaking near the Federation shipyards. "This is Captain, Maryia of the N.C.C. Wolf's Pup. over half of our crew is out of action...we need medical assistance our doctor was overtaken by the odd disease that has swept though all of the males on board, i have a few wounded ,but we need a little bit of help in the chaos we lost our subspace drive and most of our weapons! engines are at half-power." the Catian captain said in the Distress call.
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**Spaceport Dragon’taan**
The Boarding
At this point with the smoke inside the postal craft Lt. Cadonis couldn’t quite tell if he had landed in the spaceport. It was pouring in and down the control console from the vents above like a thick grey velvet. He had put on his Zero-Suit to keep from breathing the smoke. Somehow, by a long shot he was able to limp the dying spaceship to Dragon’taan.
He emerged from the ship slowly, casually trying to compose himself. Attempting to act like the old Lt. Cadonis. He was dead, long gone-his body consumed by the bloodthirsty Dredge on Ura’s old planet. Ura had stolen his clothes and hijacked the ship to escape that Godforsaken place.
Ura detached the helmet so he could breath. His aura encapsulated in the body suit began to leak out and instantaneously he could sense his surroundings in a depth others couldn’t understand. ‘Maybe they have food here.’ he imagined.
Hopefully he would get by without anyone figuring him out. But even if they did... ‘I’ll kill them.” his face went dark.
-
*** Outpost Knightmare ***
Dusk's ship maneuvered to trail behind the fleet, "Sounds good. Even if the Harbinger doesn't show up, at least we'll get something either way. Let's go."
*** Peragus III Mining Station, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"I-I'm here. This really feels like some kind of horror game right now. The dorms are in lockdown, and there's poison gas within the sealed rooms." Weaver took a closer look at the terminal seeing if there was more than the camera feed and the ability to lift the lockdown.
"Uhm... I know we're looking for survivors, but uh... do you think there's something else here? Something someone tried to seal away? I mean, first the elevator, and now the gas?"
-
~ Dragon'taan, ??? ~
Oh great. So he managed to escape Earth, and now he was who knows where on some distant dragon planet that was currently under attack. Ugh. Being unable to think as well as he normally did, he began to look for a place where he could be left alone for a while. Of course, there were none around because air... spaceport. Ugh. What happened to exploring new places being fun, huh?
-
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spaceport ***
Not far from where Michen was, there was a cantina that currently sat empty - except for one occupant: A lone, blue-furred fox with multiple scars dressed in wraith-esque tattered robes and several lightsabers clipped to his belt. Curiously, he seemed to be looking around, as though looking for someone. His head would turn and stare at Michen, and would remain staring at him. He made a gesture, requesting Michen come to him.
Elsewhere in the spaceport, a mechanic took a look at Lt. Cadonis' ship and scoffed, looking to him. "What'd you do, pick a fight with a Borg Cube?"
*** Cindy's Cantina, Ma'hara ***
"Just got a while before my transport leaves," K'Tath responded. "And maybe, just maybe, I'll get some uninterrupted sleep on there. This place... hasn't really been conducive to such, between the wildlife and the raiders." He scoffed before sipping again on his drink. "You'd think they'd learn after the first fifty times..."
*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
"The House of Pegh sent word you were coming. The Imperials didn't think to lock out our comms equipment - outside the bridge, anyway - so we are honored to have a warrior of your caliber aid us in this task. The Imperials thought us volatile brutes and braggarts - we shall show them the might of a Klingon!" He gestured for Fayam to come with him, where he would have a map of the ship. "We have crew isolated in other areas of the ship. The commander thinks it best that we split up and hit more than one target. Commander Rhea is going to the bridge - she has an honorable score to settle with the commander of this group. We need groups to hit Main Engineering and the secondary and tertiary cargo bays, which hold KDF War Material we were sending to our allies in the UIA Fleet. We'll get to that later - point is, we have to hit all the targets at once if this is to work. Which can you accomplish?"
*** Peragus III Mining Station, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"Hmm... Lockdown... poison gas... sounds suspicious. See if you can shut down the gas, then search the bodies of anyone in the dorms for a holo-log. That might tell us what happened here. If anyone is left alive, they'd likely be in administration," Praven told Weaver. "Your signal isn't coming in very clear, so I imagine the dorm comm unit is damaged; Once you leave the dorms, you may be on your own. The Admin sector has it's own comms, so I'd advise making for there, and I can get back in touch with you."
As it happens, there was a way to end the dormitory lockdown - but the gas would be a concern. Strangely enough, the gas seemed to be coming from the dormitory ventilation system. Theoretically, if Weaver were to shut that off, or reverse the flow, the gas would be cleared from the dorms.
*** Outpost Knightmare, en route to AO ***
Jacqueline's fleet all went to warp, hoping Dusk was close behind.
*** New Romulus ***
As it happened, Obisek was just opening the door in his office when he spotted Anna. He smiled, his spiked teeth clearly gleaming. "You certainly work fast," he said. "Please, come in."
*** Carnival Grounds, Earth ***
"Yeah, we better head for our hotel room, as well," Jason commented. "Nice meeting you, Mary - hope things turn out well!"
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"You can take that helmet off, atmosphere pressure in here is stable," offered the NCO, a brown-furred anthro-bear. He spoke into his radio about what Anatoly had said about his mission, feeling it was... familiar, somehow.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Hnh," Malgus scoffed. "As much as I despise traitors... I cannot, in good conscience, have these souls executed without first confirming or disproving their claims." He looked to the prisoners, and strode over to them, his height towering over them. "For your sake, you better be telling the truth. One thing I despise more than traitors... is liars." He looked to the armored Mongdrigan and the executioner, then strode over to them "I trust you can get in contact with their Overmaster? If what they say is true, they have committed no real crime other than a violation of a ban on this pilgrimage... and since we are on the topic, tell me about them and why they were banned. The more I know, the more I can make the correct judgement."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Roc didn't bother with wounding the Imperium Guardsmen; he shot to kill, every time, then reloaded his weapon. "The more time we waste, the more time these people have to launch more nukes!" Roc shouted. "Let's move!"
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Okay, how fast can you install them?" Anakin asked. "Oh! And before I forget, can you get a message to Luke? My comm equipment here got screwed up, so I can't speak to anyone outside the system for another two weeks."
*** Unseen Assailent, Captain's quarters ***
Saraabi turned to face Kayle with an amused look on her face. "Et tu, Brute?" she chuckled.
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The respons, while not prompt, would come from a passing Starfleet Galaxy-class Retrofit, the USS San Antonio. "Attention, NCC Wolf's Pup - we are answering your distress call. How long can you hold out?"
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"Bcause I didn't want to leave him with my parents," Ketorr said. "And I wanted him to see the world his mother met his father."
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
Then we can get you there, or provide you with coordinates, if you are determined to seek them out yourself. Just... don't let them intimidate you. Especially High General Indari. He may look like he'll rip your throat out at the wrong word, but he's a good man. I know his son, and rumor has it he's now a grandfather. Lord-Admiral Tokarev, on the other hand... don't know much about him outside the stories of his exploits. On Dragon'taan, the man is legendary," Silrus said. "Even more so on Dragonaria Prime. I actually met one of his daughters - Celina... or was it Saraabi? I keep getting the two of them mixed up."
-
***UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit***
With this request Anatoly took off his helmet and squinted, He was old and dishevelled. Looking forward he slowly placed his helmet on the ground and sighed through his nose
"What year is it?" He said as he examined his surroundings
-
***Dragon’taan Spaceport
He was walking away when someone; a mechanic, spoke at him. The feline paused, his red eyes diminishing behind the long silver hair. A rogue thought passed through him, a inkling to kill without hesitation. Ura fought the urge.
In that moment as he turned to face the mechanic, Ura figured the person must’ve been inexperienced. If one had been trained correctly they could’ve seen the malice in Ura’s aura spilling out of his suit. Ura’s aura was extremely powerful, without a doubt anyone who could sense it would steer clear.
“Hell of a fender bender coming in, man. Hey don’t touch any of that stuff in there just yet; protocol, ya know.” he joked.
Ura decided it best to hide his aura just in case there was anyone here who had gone through the extensive nen training. It would definitely give him away.
-
*Mongdrigo*
The armored raccoon nodded. “Of course sir. The pilgrimages were banned generations ago, after the Five Points plague. See, Five Points is the geological structure out a few days away. It’s four spires arranged by the cardinal directions, with a larger spire in the dead center of it all. It’s an odd place, the spires seem to be made of the same material our ships are. But, in the central spire is this strange energy. It sticks to you, spreads like tiberium and is very explosive. It only grows on organic materials, though. So synth-thread production has largely fixed the issue. Still, one infected Mongdrigan could doom the city. “
-
*Korriban*
Fayam eyed the map for a few seconds and then said, "All choices being equal, I'll pick the secondary cargo bay. I'll try not to shoot anything of value."
*New Romulus*
Anna shrugged. "I had some help from within," she explained. "Regardless; the Thalaron bomb will not be used any time soon. It shouldn't react to the triggers. As far as rewards go, compensation should be enough."
*Earth*
Mary made her way back to the hotel. There, she checked the status of her robot employers remotely. If the guard bot was still active, the shop should still be standing.
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
Flier looked to Nari, who nodded in some sort of responce to something, the yellow furred Arcnine girl looked to the klingon warriror "I"l take engineering i know a thing or two about ship engineering sections." she added.
"I'll take the other cargo bay then ,but i need to know what's in there." Nari spoke up.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"You think I don't know that?" Alex asked tossing some strange teal colored object it stuck to the wounded Imperial guard, he screamed trying to brush it off but it was somehow stuck to his armor, it exploded seconds later, Alex rushing by the now dead guardsmen, after the explosion of the plasma grenade faded, skidding to a stop near the command centers door "This is it." Alex muttered to Roc.
*Dragon'taan, outer city***
By now all imperium and Steiner forces had been pushed back to the Union dropship, they were preparing to take off , mechs and imperium war eqiupment quickly being loaded onto the dropship as the DMC Forces drew closer to the Dropship... "This is the commander of the ground forces to any DMC or NCC ships in orbit, I don't think we'll be able to stop the Dropship from taking off I'm transmitting it's possible escape vectors and all information we have on the ship, Dropships do not contain FTL drives usually so there has to be a Jumpship waiting for it Somewhere!"
*** Cindy's Cantina, Ma'hara ***
"The raiders have fried their brains in the Sun don't expect them to learn anything." Lupe the grey-she wolf Spoke up"They' run into electric fences and traps all the time, they have no sentience left..."
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"I can beam down everything right now." Krystal said nodding to Markus telling him to send a message to Luke, almost instinctively.
*** Unseen Assailent, Captain's quarters **
"I'm not Brutus... And this isn't Rome back in 44 BC." Kaylee joked around picking up the box he brought and walking with Saraabi. "So i've been studying, the Romulan republic a bit and I may have learned to tolerate them more ,which means I can possibly go with you when you meet with them ,now. "
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards, Wolf's Pup ***
" Our replicator rations can last us a month at most, and all damage has been dealt with to the point where no further damage can be caused by the current damage getting out of hand but half of our Crew is in the brig... and a small portion of the rest in sickbay." The captain of the Wolf's Pup responded to the San Antonio.
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"You say that as if you don't trust your parents with a young worgen.." Kia chuckled following Ketorr along...
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
“Either way I would love to meet them.As a diplomat and king. I just hope they will take my brother and I seriously. It took quite some time for the other rulers here to even acknowledge our status. Age can be a deceitful thing when trying to show your worth.” Katin pondered the thought for a moment, “However, this General Indari sounds like he would get along with my brother quite nicely. I do hope in sending him to speak will prove noteworthy with his draconic powers yielding some power of acknowledgement for his status.”
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
Damien and Esme turned to where the voice came from, still hiding behind the wall of crystal to shield them from the ongoing blaster fire.
“And just who are you?” Asked Damien as he stood up on his feet after regaining some strength.
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~ Dragon'taan, ??? Space Station ~
Noticing the strangely empty cantina, Michen figured that woudl be a nice place to relax for a bit. Who knows, maybe they even had something to drink? The snow leopard also noticed the stranger telling him to come closer. He was planning on going there either way, but he was hesitant about the whole situation. Not that that was without reason, things were a mess as it was after all. Slowly coming closer, he was wondering what the fox had to tell.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spaceport ***
"I got word that a feral would be paying me a visit soon," the Fox said to Michen. "You know the name Crowley, yes?"
"Fair enough," the mechanic said. "I'll tell the others." He then hurried off.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The Dragon'taan Marauder Corps Fleet got the message, and began scanning for any hidden Imperium Jump Ships either in orbit or in the atmosphere.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"Perhaps," Silrus said. "The Indari family is always happy to meet with ambassadors and diplomats. Depending on what's going on, you might get Kyle, or you might get his wife, Anna. Or you might get stuck with his older brother, Mathayus - the Jedi Crusader and Grand Master of the Dragon'taan Crusaders. Think of them as the Jedi of Dragon'taan."
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
The massive Iron Dragon made for the direction of the unidentified transmissions. Something was amiss out here. On a hunch, Vhikarev sent a text order to the tactical station. The result was that the massive warship fired an ASIB at what seemed to be empty space just past the dark border of Nephira's night side. Much to everyone's surprise, it snared a Romulan D'Derridex Warbird, which de-cloaked as the cloaking device was disabled by the beam, along with every other system. This Warbird was emblazoned with a red "XII" on the hull, making it immediately of interest to Vhikarev.
"Admiral Vhikarev to Nephira leadership - I just caught another... 'spy' ship in your orbit. Seeing as this is your space, may I ask permission to board this vessel and capture it? It's databanks may shed some light to this situation," Vhikarev called down to the suface.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
"Everything of value that the Imperials haven't messed with is sealed in magnetically-sealed cargo crates; you needn't worry about damaging anything," the Rhea said. "With luck, we'll have all sections back in our hands before the Imperials know what hit them. We have our heading; let's move out."
(I'll let you all handle your various areas you took before I post the fight for mine.)
*** New Romulus ***
"Define what you call 'compensation', please - I am happy to pay for your work, I just need to know what numbers to send to the Treasury so they can wire it to you," Obisek requested.
*** Cindy's Cantina, Ma'hara ***
K'Tath breathed a subtle sigh of relief. They bought it... He sipped on his drink, trying to stay awake. The flashlight-looking item tucked behind his shoulder quietly hummed, and his hand rested well within grabbing distance of his mask, just in case. He just hoped these people would shift their focus before his contact got here. The last thing he needed was more attention.
*** Mongdrigo ***
Malgus again turned his gaze to the prisoners. "Now, why would you risk such a banned pilgrimage, when it had caused problems in the past? Do not lie to me; I will know."
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
The NCO who'd spoken to Anatoly frowned deeply. It was the Captain of the Chaos March, a middle-aged Tiger now arriving on the scene, who spoke with a deep Russian accent. "The year is 2577, sir. Might I ask what you were doing in such an antiquated pod in Earth Orbit?"
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Oh, if you can do so, please do," Anakin requested.
"What message were you going to send to Luke?" Markus asked.
"I got Ben's birthday gift, the one he'd been looking for; but if Luke wants it, he's gonna have to come here and get it," Anakin replied. "My current affairs require me to be here, for the time being."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Great, let's get started," Roc replied. "Sooner this Imperium threat is ended, the better - I have other affairs your government promised their aid to that I need to pursue."
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"Honey, you remember the last time we left John with my parents - they gave him so much sugar, he was bouncing off the walls and wouldn't go to sleep till five in the morning," Ketorr said.
*** Unseen Assailent, Captain's quarters ***
"Well, that's good, because my next assignment is taking me to New Romulus," Saraabi replied.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
"My name is not important" the voice paused as a Elemental soldier (https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Elemental_(Battle_Armor)) dropped into the Husk of the AT-AT blasting away a couple of the droids before his suit hit the metal floor with a loud 'thud'" Just know I am a friend." The owner inside the battle armor finished.
** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit, Tertiary Cargo bay ***
The black armored Vixen sneakeed into the cargo bay unnoticed, making use of her personal cloaking device to get to a good position to observe her surroundings and the cargo bay, a few imperial reclamation teams guarded by a few Imperial storm troopers, putting a 'paw' to her chin she began to think in her head about a plan.
-- Engineering ---
Fleir tried the same strategy in the engineering sector using her own personal cloak to sneak into the room and tried to pick out everyones location, more imperials swarmed the engineering section.... she waited on the upper level observing the imperials walking around and patrol patterns...
*** Cindy's Cantina, Ma'hara ***
Standing up Lupe tried to use her telepathy to read K'Tath's mind, but his curious brain patterns, were only but a set of a scrambled mess of impatience, cowardice, and guilt, retreating her mind she backed away , still a little suspicious of the newcomer, she sat back down keeping her eyes on him as she thought over why or how his thoughts came back to her scrambled and going through what feelings she was able to get, still it confused her she had never encountered anyone who she could not read of their thoughts.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
Krystal pressed a button on a device on her belt and a few tanks of odd liquid, a couple tables and a console materialized on the floor..."i've already grown your legs considering what we talked about last time, to save time." Krystal began "The hard part is reattaching them but thankfully i found a couple medical droids than can do the job faster than my hands could do it." The blue vixen expaind rubbing her 'expanded' stomach a bit.
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
Kia sighed " As i said before there's no such thing as hyper activity, it's just normal kid stuff, though the sugar did leave him unable to fall asleep for awhile at least they didn't give him coffee that caffine would have left him awake longer, and you pretty much signed onto stuff like that when you had him with me." The female worgen smirked, reaching behind herself to grab onto her tail trying to 'groom' it or something.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Alex opened the door revealing the Senetor alone sitting at a console, his back turned to them...
"This is too easy..."Alex whispered to Roc stepping into the command room.
*** Unseen Assailent, Captain's quarters ***
"W-what? Now? I didn't mean...ahh okay." Kayle replied, hunching over a bit, then returning to a standing position.
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*Korriban*
Fayam used some deft tricks and quick movements to sneak into the secondary cargo bay. He took a careful look and devised a battle plan from what he saw. Imperials were scattered all over the bay. This could be a problem.
*New Romulus*
Anna replied, "Just 500 credits will do. Now, if you'll excuse me, it's about time I head back to my ship."
*Earth*
Mary saw the guard robot's status was "online", just like the domestic bots. She sighed of relief. The store was most likely still standing.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
Katin looked at Silrus perplexed, “What in the world is a Hedi?...” As he asked the comms came back on receiving the transmission. He replied quickly, “Affirmative, this is Katin Hysteria, King of Ceol responding back to you. At this point our atmospheric space is free to do what you need to help in this crisis. And if possible Admiral Vhikarev, once this is all said and done I’d like to request an audience with you if possible. As a diplomat of Nephira, the planet of which you are orbiting.”
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
“Come now deary, this ‘Friend’ of ours did just finish off those pesky robots. We could at least thank them for it.” Esme turned to the mech, “I am Esme Alexandrite, queen of this city and the kingdom it governs. My friend here Damien Hysteria, heis one of the two kings of Ceol out east. We appreciate your help.” She gracefully thanked this new “friend” of theirs. Damien stood beside her with a stern glare and aggravated expression.
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Dragon’taan Space Station (Port): *cantina*
It took considerable focus to restrain his nen. Unlike most other nen users, Ura has a broad augmented aura that in most circumstances could sense lifeforms a mile away. Almost like smoke it bled into the surroundings and filled otherwise empty spaces, whatever moved in said area would trip his senses. It made him nearly impenetrable especially because auras generally are circular but his spread out like tentacles. It made fighting him extremely difficult.
The nen sucked back into his suit, he entered the foyer hoping there wouldn’t be a random security check. His suspicious where eased when he realized they had more important things to do. Soldiers we running up, down and through the halls. A voice came over the income but Ura couldn’t make out what they were saying behind the commotion.
Behind him two guards were talking, following. He managed to escape them in the crowd of spacecraft personnel. Dodging through them he found himself in the cantina. Just then his eyes caught sight of someone there.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spaceport ***
The Fox sensed a massive tremor in the Force, and his head looked over and spotted Ura. The Dark Side swirled about him like a storm, yet contrary to what this would imply, he didn't feel like a Sith. Still his aura caused the fox's hand to float near one of the several lightsabers clipped to his belt. Close enough to grab should things get violent, but far enough away that he didn't seem like he was reaching for his weapons. He didn't want to provoke this stranger, but he nonetheless spoke: "I am Mathayus Indari... otherwise known as Darth Faasnu to most of the galaxy. Might I ask what brings a man of your aura to Dragon'taan?"
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"Not Hedi, Jedi. But, admittedly, I know very little of the Jedi. You'd be better off asking about that with High General Indari. Or his older brother - in fact, his older brother, Mathayus, could tell you more about the Jedi than Kyle could. As I understand it, he has more experience with it, and has had rather unique experiences with the Force."
*** Nephira Orbit ***
As Vhikarev and the Iron Dragon began beaming boarding parties to the ensnared D'Derridex Warbird, a much smaller ship (https://d1u5p3l4wpay3k.cloudfront.net/sto_gamepedia/thumb/9/9d/Ship_Variant_-_ROM_-_Hathos_Warbird_%28T6%29.png/800px-Ship_Variant_-_ROM_-_Hathos_Warbird_%28T6%29.png?version=effd5e93ec587d549dd793d9a78293f0) dropped out of warp, and sent out an automated request to land at the first available landing pad for a ship that size.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
As the others went about their tasks, Rhea took the Klingons under her command and made straight for the bridge. And she made no effort at stealth. Rhea was not known among the crew for being subtle in her warmaking.
While this meant that the Imperials on board knew that Rhea and the Klingons were loose, the troops in other areas seemed to be unwilling to rush to put the sudden and brazen attack down; instead, it seemed they were shoring up defenses, except in the cargo bays where the "goods" were kept. No, the crewmen there seemed to be arguing about how to get the cargo off the Terror Wing before they were overrun.
*** New Romulus ***
Obisek raised an eyebrow, but then shrugged, sent the numbers down to the treasury, and left Anna to her affairs.
*** Cindy's Cantina, Ma'hara ***
K'Tath continued sipping on his drink, until a young Braixen Pokemorph came through the door, and immediately went beside K'Tath. They both spoke an alien dialect completely incomprehensible to anyone around, but from the hand gestures, facial expressions and sharp body language, one would surmise that the Braixen went to some trouble to get the package she handed K'Tath. He subtly opened the bag and retrieved another device (https://media-waterdeep.cursecdn.com/avatars/4562/207/636727378661954318.png) that looked virtually identical to the one he had tucked behind his right shoulder. In a complete change of pace, he rose from his seat, tapped in a command to his left gauntlet, and a mounting stick behind the opposite shoulder rose up, and K'Tath placed the device there until there was a soft click! Followed by a quiet chirp. He tapped the gauntlet again, causing the device to tuck behind that shoulder, then slapped a tip on the counter, returned his mask to his face, plugged the wire back in, and motioned his head. The Braixen Pokemorph dashed out the door, and K'Tath started for it.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Hnn... you know I've had bad experiences with Medical droids..." Anakin commented.
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"I know that, my love - I just wanted to avoid a repeat of that," Ketorr said. He stepped onto the turbolift and waited for Kia. "Just wait till this one hits his teens."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Trap?" Roc asked quietly.
*** Unseen Assailent, Captain's quarters ***
"No, not now, I'm still waiting on the crew to return from shore leave... as strange as that is with things the way they are," Saraabi told Kayle.
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Dragon’taan Space Station: *cantina*
Having eluded his pursuers Ura had gotten careless; allowing some of his aura to escape. The nen extended out of him like a flat black dying flower with wilted pedals. Instantly however he retracted the force. Ura caught a whisper in the room, a dark power similar to his own yet altered.
His heart raced, eyes widened and on his round coral lips curved a smile. He had to keep himself from getting to excited, it’d been a long time since a fight with someone who presented a challenge. Ura’s head drifted toward the object emanating the force. Without turning his body, Ura’s piercing red eyes peeked over his shoulder at the Fox.
The blood coursing through his body accentuated the veins on his hands and legs, “Is that so? I’ve never heard of you...”
The feline’s eyes bared down on him, analyzing every inch. His hand was instinctually moving over near the items on his person. Obviously a weapon of some sort, Ura wondered of the contention brewing between them; if he had indeed spotted his aura then there were less options than before. He could tell by the air between them the fox saw him as a threat.
Ura’s crazed alpha was clawing at the surface inside, he wanted to fight the stranger. The stranger. Did he know nen and it’s properties? Even if he did somewhat to what extent? Ura had never contacted anything as powerful as himself, but he wished one day perhaps he would...could it be him.
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit, Tertiary Cargo bay ***
Nari set her plan into action she revealed herself behind the group of storm troopers tapping one on the shoulder, as he turned around she would slamm her armored fist into the side of the stormtroopers helmet mounted air filter, the trooper falling to the ground his helmet flying off as the others turned around to a small group of Bat'leth armed Kligon warriors . "Bantha Poodoo!" the storm troopers yelled as they were mowed down by the Klingons.... Nari meanwhile was systematically taking out the remaining imperials in the room one by one de-cloaking near them shooting them with a stolen e-11 and then cloaking again to do the same to the next... The Cargo bay would soon be emptied of imperials
---Engineering----
Flier was about to begin her attack when one of the imperials bumped into her, angered by the sudden 'knock' back into reality The yellow arcanine kicked the imperial officer off the upper level he fell to the lower level badly injured until a klingon warrior finished him off with that, Flier drew her yellow lightsaber and dropped to the second level assisting the Klingons in taking back engineering, slicing imperal siwht her saber or burning them with her powers of fire....
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
As the elemental finished off the last of the droids he turned to Damien "Are you okay, Sir?" he asked offering the armored claw of the battle armor to help Damien up...
*** Cindy's Cantina, Ma'hara ***
Lupe got up from her seat and followed the two pokemorphs outside,paying her tab as she got up, she seemed to vanish into the sands once she got outside....
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
If your talking about the ones that 'treated' you after that horrible experince on Mustafar, those were old pieces of scrap compared to what I use." Krystal assured Anakin.
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"Then you'll be the one teaching him." Kia winked.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Alex nodded in responce slowly walking deeper into the command room.
*** Unseen Assailent, Captain's quarters ***
"Shore leave? While Dragon'taan is under attack?" Kaylee asked "at least they've driven off the invaders, or so I heard"
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards, Wolf's Pup ***
"Hello?" The Catian Captain asked.. laying back in her chair after reciving no responce.
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*Mongdrigo*
The prisoners collectively averted their gaze from Malgus. One, after a time, spoke up.
"Our beliefs, sir. I-I'm sure you understand. There is a greater force out there, something that controls our world. We have heard it's call. It asks for us to assemble at Five Points, though the risk is great. Only the weakest flee to the city."
The armored Mongdrigan leaned close to Malgus. "They use the tiberium to 'talk' to it. And that...bug-headed girl, the one that stayed close to Great Leader. She encourages them. Not to kill them, but because the Bugmen share the same beliefs."
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*** Mongdrigo ***
While Ahsoka meditated back on the ship, Malgus knew what had to be done. This "pilgrimage" clearly would represent a threat to the people. And he could not endanger the people to entertain a few pilgrims' reckless disregard for the law. The good of the many always outweighs the needs of the few. However, he could not simply have them killed for this. There were worse crimes. No, he would have to find something in between.
"Do with them what you will... so long as it is not lethal. I cannot have these prisoners killed for this - there are worse crimes, and seeing that we caught them before they could make their pilgrimage, there has been no further harm," Malgus said. He turned his gaze to the prisoners one last time. "Do not forget the mercy I have extended you this day - for if you try this again, I will not hesitate to have you executed. I will not risk the lives and health of the people to entertain a pilgrimage that was banned with good reason. Spit in the face of my mercy and generosity again..." He unclipped his lightsaber from his belt and activated it, the Imperial Crimson blade flaring to life in an instant. "... you will learn in the worst of ways that, while I am a merciful Sith, I can just as easily be merciless." Lightsaber still active, he approached the prisoners, standing with the blade just six inches away from the one who he assumed was the ringleader. "Do I make myself abundantly clear?"
*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
Rhea and her warband fought their way onto the bridge of the Terror Wing, and left no survivors. No Imperial was spared - especially not that pig of a commander. She personally took care of him. "Next time, keep your hands to yourself," she hissed to his corpse. She accessed the coded channel. "Brigadier Rhea to all teams - status!"
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spaceport Cantina ***
"Surprising, but I guess not unexpected," Mathayus commented. "But you didn't answer my question. What brings you to Dragon'taan?"
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"Oh, ha ha, Kia," Ketorr chuckled.
"Daddy, what's mommy talking about?" John asked. Ketorr's smile broadened.
"Don't worry about it, kiddo," he told their son.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
Anakin visibly shuddered. "Don't remind me; I still have nightmares about that," he said. "Well... let's get this over with. Sooner I can resume duty, the better."
*** Cindy's Cantina, Ma'hara ***
K'Tath immediately cloaked on exiting the Cantina, and between the cloaking and the natural heat of the planet, K'Tath may as well have been completely invisible; but the Braixen had no such device. But she knew what to do. She wound her way through the streets until she came to an R41 Starchaser, and began looking around fearfully, as though expecting something to jump out at her.
*** UACS Unseen Assailent, Captain's quarters, Mandalore Orbit ***
Saraabi looked at Kayle quizzically. "We're over Mandalore," she said. "Do you ever pay attention to the environment around you?"
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The Galaxy-class Starship USS San Antonio dropped out of warp, followed by a refit Miranda-class Frigate, the USS Saratoga. "Wolf's Pup, can you hear us? If you can hear us, please acknowledge this transmission," came the request from the San Antonio.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Roc followed close, keeping his weapon leveled at the senator's head.
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Dragon’taan Space Station: *cantina*
To see him standing there, hunched slightly over the bar you could never have guessed he was a trained killer. On his left shoulder, the one he was peeking over stitched in broad golden letters read:
“FGPS”
(Federal Galaxy Postal Service) He pointed and highlighted the emblem with his claw. Ura’s eyes traced the Fox over again. He and Ura were different, and were different from each other. It was obvious by the way everyone else seemed to carry on a conversation around them while they stood still. His response hung in the air between them waiting to drop.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
“Well whatever this Force is, I’m very interested in it.” Katin said as a strange transmission entered on a separate frequency on his comm link requesting a landing space. “What in the-“ Katin grabbed at his head as a migraine began to surge through his mind. “Why do all these ships keep coming into my air space?!” He grabbed the comm link and angrily sent coordinates to the new spacecraft to dock down in the courtyard of his mansion in the garden. He held out his hand and with a swivel of purple magical energy formed a scythe that materialized in to his grasp. The stave was as tall as he as the head where the steel blade lie was carved out of bone into the shape of a demonic skull. “Ok! Time to meet some of these people because I’m getting aggravated.” He said as he grabbed his cloak and threw it on him to meet the ship to land at his home. “Would you care to come Silrus?”
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
Damien glared at the mech’s outreached hand. He sighed and stood up taking the help. “I am alright. Just needed to regain some energy is all. These robots are simple yet efficient at withstanding damage it seems. I didn’t expect my magic to be nullified so easily.”
((Happy Holidays to everyone!!!))
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
"These battle droids seem to be reinforced more so than normal B2 units," The soldier in the armor said, walking over to and ripping out the central processing unit out of one of the battle droids with the Elemental armors claw. "I suspect that's why you didn't damage them, and merely overheated their weapons."
*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit, Tertiary Cargo bay ***
"Nari here, Cargo bay is clear." the black vixen said kicking the helmet of a stormtrooper to one of the Klingons.
---Engineering---
"Engineering is ours again the Klingons are working to reinitialize all systems....." Flier replied.
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"We'll discuss that further when your older, honey, for now enjoy being young and full of energy." Kia giggled.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
it only took a few minutes but a couple of shiny new or at least new looking medical droids attached Anakin's new legs and stepped back waiting for the next step.
"So since it's been awhile since you've had real legs, you may need to re-learn how to walk on them so take it slow..." Krystal explained.
*** Cindy's Cantina, Ma'hara ***
"Something wrong?" Asked Lupe to the Braxien, seeming to appear out of the dusty air...
*** UACS Unseen Assailent, Captain's quarters, Mandalore Orbit ***
"Kinda hard with you nearby." Kayle admitted "But I didn't say anything about where we were."
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
the captain yawned and pressed a button to respond "Yep, what's new?"
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
As soon as Alex raised her rifle the Senator turned around, Alex fired in reaction ,but her shot was absorbed by a force field protecting the Senator "Do you really think I'd let you just sneak up on me without some sort of insurance?"
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*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth's Orbit***
"I'm not sure." Anatoly said while he looked back at the capsule "I don't even remember what happened, It was almost like I was pulled through some type of tube like a piece of string..." He paused as he tried to recollect his memories before piecing together what he had "I was sent to study some sort of space anomaly and the thing ended up pulling me into it but other than that I can't recollect what happened when I actually went through it" it took a while for him to process that the NCO stated it was 2577, After he thought for a second he said "Did you say 2577?" He stated, sounding incredibly alarmed.
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~ Dragon'taan, ??? Space Station ~
Michen was about to say something as someone else came into this room to complicate things further. Of course, Michen instinctively looked at the newcomer. It seems that at this point he was doing little else than rolling from one into the other mess. To be honest, all he wanted to do now was get some rest, but that appeared to be asking too much right now. ...Why did that cat-like fella seem a little intimidating somehow, by the way?
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*** Peragus III Mining Station, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"I'll try my best," Weaver replied, "Uh... do you have any schematics of the station? I think if I can make my way down to wherever the ventilation systems are, I can purge the gas inside." While Weaver did have a suit back on the ship that ran off it's own air supply, letting the gas loose into the rest of the outpost was probably a bad idea if any survivors were held up anywhere else. Besides, maybe more clues could be found where the gas was from coming from.
*** Outpost Knightmare, en route to AO ***
Dusk's ship warped with the rest of Jacqueline's fleet. Weapons were primed immediately at the end of the jump.
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Nova quickly turned the throttle up on his WRX-C Colonization Vessel, turned to 291*184*347* and headed toward the Abandoned City on Dromund Kaas. "Let's hope it's not as bad as they say."
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
(Nova, I am assuming you were referencing Kaas City on Dromund Kaas. Correct me if I'm wrong.)
Deep in the recesses of Kaas City was a lone figure, seemingly deep in meditation. His ship lay cloaked in orbit, his crew monitoring him, but daring not to interfere with this trance. No, Nox needed this. His ancestor bid he come here, and now, he wanted to know why, after all these years.
*** Peragus III Mining Station, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
Praven paused, then said, "The schematics look like spaghetti. But if you don't mind remote access through your suit, I might be able to pump that gas out, let you into the dorms."
*** Strike Fleet Dragon, Cardassian Base AO ***
Jacqueline's fleet dropped out of warp at the AO to a waiting Cardassian fleet. The lead ship, a Galor-class cruiser, hailed the fleet. "This is Gul Kamar of the Cardassian True Way. You are trespassing on Cardassian Space. Power down and prepare to be boarded. I hope you have a good explanation for your presence here."
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spaceport ***
"You're awfully powerful for a mere FGPS worker," Mathayus said. His hand rested on a lightsaber. "But so long as you don't cause trouble here on my home world, we have no need to fight each other." He stood up straight and relaxed his stance. "Your presence here is curious, but not the most terrifying thing to happen here. I don't know if you heard on your way in, but we've been attacked, unprovoked."
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"Yes, 2577," the captain said. "What year was your mission?"
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"Indeed," Silrus agreed. "I'd very much like to know what a Reman ship is doing here."
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Will do. And let me know if you need help naming the kid," Anakin replied.
"I think I've got that covered," Markus responded. He whispered in Krystal's ear, "We need to go. Dragon'taan's under attack."
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
The turbolift doors parted, and Ketorr was the first off. "Let's not keep King Wrynn waiting - he may be more patient than his father, but that doesn't mean he'll wait forever."
*** UACS Unseen Assailent, Captain's quarters, Mandalore Orbit ***
Saraabi lightly kissed Kayle. "Seems we both were paying more attention to each other than the environment around us. But really - who can blame us? A young couple so in love..."
*** Ma'Hara Spaceport ***
The young Braixen turned around, startled by Lupe. "I'm sorry, I never wanted any trouble!" she pleaded. "He asked me to lead you here! I just wanted to leave! But he--" A dragon growl interrupted her, and as she looked to something behind Lupe, the color drained from her face. There was a thump! behind her, and a crimson-furred Lucario de-cloaked behind her. In an instant, his wrist blades extended with a schwink! And he growled,
"I have come this far, and I will not be stopped now. If you value your employers' lives, you will tell good Kyle to back the f*** off, or else I will be paying his grandchildren a visit! I swear to god, the Force, and by my dragon blood, if I even feel somebody behind me, there is no measure to how hard and fast I will bring this fight to your doorstep!" He then cloaked, leapt onto the spaceport wall, leaping again and again as he scaled it, and vanished over the roof edge.
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"We're sending medical teams aboard - can you lower your shields?" the San Antonio signaled.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Roc remained hidden, looking for something that was powering the Force Field.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
Katin made his way out to the courtyard where he had sent coordinates for the ship to land. The courtyard was filled with exotic flora that would dazzle minds and fill the hearts of any botanist with glee. A large area at the center was perfect for a small spacecraft to land itself. Katin stood idle by with a not so diplomatic expression on his face as he had been using with Silrus and the others. He was no longer amused and held his scythe on his back that hooked to some magnetic force against his dark cloak. He awaited the ship to land and to have words with whoever else needed to visit his home land. He was starting to want real answers.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
“Well then, if my fire breath isn’t going to do much,” he held his hands outward as a yellow magical aura materialized a long wooden cross staff with two scythe blades on opposite ends formed. Both to be cut from pure obsidian smoothed out and sharpened. One blade was long and large while the other was quite shorter to be more so a back end piece rather than for dealing damage. In whole the weapon was a bit larger than he and should weigh very heavily, yet seamlessly he wielded the great scythe with ease and finesse as if it weighed no more than a short sword. “Then perhaps I should just be using brute force to cut them down.”
“Now be careful Damien, don’t let your temper guide you. You’re brother wouldn’t appreciate you being rash.” Esme looked back to the Elemental Mech. “Whoever you are, would you be inclined to continue our assist in saving my kingdom’s main city of Aapoake?” She asked, Damien already past being annoyed. Still wanting to know the identity of this mech pilot.
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*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Again?" Krystal asked quietly, following Markus along "Good luck master Ani...." She said to Anakin, as she walked with Markus.
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"Then what are we waiting for?" Kia asked stepping out of the turbolift.
*** UACS Unseen Assailent, Captain's quarters, Mandalore Orbit ***
Kayle shrugged "when will the crew be back?" he asked.
*** Ma'Hara Spaceport ***
Lupe didn't even seem phased by the event, she had seen similar things before. "What was that all about?" she asked wondering if he knew she actually lived near the Cantina she had just been at....
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"Negative, best send an engineering team, all of our male crewmen have gone feral, wild whatever you call it. We have enough crew to deal with our Injured but we need certain parts to repair our engines so we can get to New Cerinia." the captain of the Wolf's Pup replied, dropping the sheilds."However I can drop the shields, but beware i think we have a saboteur on board who released the odd virus that drove the males insane..."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Alex Rammed herself into the force field in an attempt to overload it, but to no avail, she began to look for a switch or something to turn the field off. "I will nuke this planet untill all it's blasted Xeno's are dead and from it's ashes will arise my new human only world!" the senator gloated presing a button on his console but nothing happened....
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
"Ma'am, your kingdom is safe we've chased off all the rest of the attackers the only ones left were the droids in here... though why would they attack here with such a small force?" the soldier in the elemental battle armor repsonded opening the large hatch of the elemental armor revealing a Grey furred,but oddly muscular wolf looking Fox. "My name is Star Commander Auden Gray. "
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Dragon’taan Space Station: *cantina*
But Ura didn’t answer, he smiled. The air was sticky with the humidity, judging by the lights and bodies flooding the hall something catastrophic was happening. The feline turned slowly at him, Ura watched the anthro peering behind Mathayus.
Ura shifted his eyes down Mathayus left side and the weapon. He was unfamiliar with such an item, Ura fought hand to hand. He needn’t trouble himself with such things his strength and nen were more than enough. Suddenly he didn’t have the patience to keep talking. He was hungry now, starving from the journey. All he wanted was a hamburger, and fries. Something. Anything.
Yet as he stood there, thinking about the sonofabitch hamburger Ura knew it would be a while yet until he found himself a good meal. Everyone would be preoccupied with the attack.
“Attack? By whom?” he inquired.
Mathayus must’ve underwent extensive training or may be gifted to see Ura’s nen. Ura could attempt to read this stranger’s nen even estimate accurately his power but in order to do that he’d have to let down his guard. It wasn’t worth the risk. There was only one other way and it was through physical contact with the enemy. The Chimera soldier’s claw went up instinctively to his chin, tail swishing as he thought.
‘Maybe he can get me food?’ he thought, ‘I’d hate to have to eat someone here and have to fight him on a full stomach.’
He decided to ease the tension by asking questions, possibly act complacent although it most likely came off as being spacey since Ura was catlike.
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Nova was nearing the orbit of Dromund Kass, when his systems detected a spacecraft. "Computer, passive scans, deactivate cloak. Turn off all systems except lifesupport and weapons." Nova waited for the computer to reply. -Weapons and Lifesupport Online. All other systems deactivated. Passive scans on and ship unclo--- "Computer what's wrong?" -We are being fired at Commander. Activating systems and engaging AEM-
(AEM--> Autopilot Evasive Maneuvers)
(Romulan_Furry You already had a crewed ship in orbit, protecting Nox, so I figured it would be okay if they fired upon me)
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*Mongdrigo*
The zealots nodded solemnly, keeping their eyes affixed to the ground even as the stocks were undone.
They then began to shuffle off towards the church at the wall’s edge.
Coburn returned to his commander’s side, a data pad in paw. He saluted Malgus as his commander looked over the files.
“They’re speaking the truth. All of them worked in hydroponics, spoke with the overmaster, and made sure to leave while the crop was regrowing.”
Coburn then spoke directly to Malgus. “My Lord, I heard that our guest picked up a data pad from that cave? I’m sure the scientists could fix it for her. Oh, and if I may inquire, where is Lady...erm...?”
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*** Mongdrigo ***
Malgus closed his eyes, and reached out with the Force, trying to locate Ahsoka. Her mind touched his, and like a radio, they began communicating.
Ahsoka, the Mongdrigans are looking for you.
Are they now? What do they want?
The datapad you picked up in that crystal cave. Do you still have it?
Of course. I've had little success getting it working; maybe your friends can get it running... and we can figure out what exactly that dead guy was doing there. You can tell your friends I am meditating aboard the ship I arrived on.
Malgus opened his eyes again and told Coburn, "Lady Ahsoka is aboard the ship she arrived on - the Craat, I believe it was."
*** Dromund Kaas Orbit ***
(Technically, Nova, it's not alright, as Nox's ship is still one of my ships. But, such a thing is easily resolved. Read what follows. And next time, just run it by me before you do it, okay?)
Xalek had to be restrained from maiming the gunner chief that jumped the gun when that ship appeared. Almost as soon as the firing started, it ceased, by order of the ships acting XO, Ashara. Not two seconds after the firing stopped, a hailing signal went out from the ship - an up-scaled, heavily-armed variant of the Harrower Battlecruiser (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/c/c7/Doombringer01.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20130206031726) identifying as the DMCS Inquisitor. "This is Ashara Zavros, acting XO of the DMCS Inquisitor. I apologize for nearly blasting you, but you did startle the gunners when you appeared like that. Where we're from, it's often a good idea to hail someone and talk to them before you de-cloak. Might I ask your purpose in this system?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spaceport ***
Mathayus relaxed, but still remained wary around the interloper. Still, so long as they caused no trouble, he would have no reason to fight them. "I don't yet have enough intel to accurately say who attacked us, but preliminary reports point to the Imperium of Man," Mathayus told him. He looked down to Michen and said, "Come on - let's get you off this station... and maybe you can tell me exactly why Crowley sent you here."
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Yes, again," Markus told Krystal. "Kyle is thinking the Imperium of Man is behind the attack, with aid of one of our own - a senator."
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
Ketorr stepped onto a shuttle, and strapped John in, then began going through pre-flight checks waiting for Kia.
*** Ma'Hara Spaceport ***
K'Tath moved along the rooftops, and toward the edge of the city, where he found his own ship, hopped in, and blasted off, making sure to engage the cloaking device as he went.
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"Undestood - Engineering teams are en route. What can you tell me about the Virus? How does it spread?" signaled the San Antonio as their engineering teams got prepped for transport.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
The man Katin would meet with in the yard would not quite be what he might have expected. An emerald-scaled anthro-dragon, with a scar over his left eye, adorned in dark armor with a hooded black cloak. Clipped to his belt were multiple lightsabers. Silrus frowned, and then realized he'd seen this man before. "Careful," he whispered to Katin, "That's Mesmerin Argent. He doesn't mean any harm, but you don't want to provoke him. He's been attacked by possibly the same group that's accosting us here, and he's left a trail of bodies from Earth to Tau Dewa and other worlds."
When Mesmerin spoke, he spoke honestly and diplomatically: "I apologize if I disturbed you - seems you've got a lot of activity. I came here investigating a disturbance in the Force I felt, and I tracked it here." He went into his cloak, and retrieved an armored shoulder piece, emblazoned with a bright red "XII". "Does this symbol ring any bells to you?" he handed the shoulder armor to Katin.
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"Geezus" Nova said as he quickly ran to check the Main A.I core. "Computer, Systems Check" -Weapons in operational. Life support Online. Drive Core Nearing Collapse. Cargo Intact- "Drive core damaged? S**t. S**t. S**t. Computer, send a data pod to the ship that hailed us." _Yes Commander. What is your message?- "We are here under orders to attempt colonization of Dromund Kaas. Our Drive Core, Which is also a Black Hole Generator, is nearing collapse. We are jettisoning our Colonization Equipment to the planet. It will activate it's self. Do not attempt to open it. I repeat, do NOT attempt to open it. We are warping to the nearest shipyard that services my vessel for repairs. My designation code is WRX-C.N4T9. As for the Hail before I uncloak, my ship is unable to use comms or weapons while cloaking due to the amount of power it uses. End Transmission" -Do you want me to send it now Commander- "Yes computer. Jetison the Colonization Equipment. The cargo's A.I will take it to the landing zone."
(I suppose I owe you a chance to do an action for me Romulan)
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
Katin received the armor piece, obviously knowing what it was by this point. Even so as the draconic spoke respectfully Katin was a bit on edge of sorts. A smidge of his aura coming off him. “This is armor from the enemy who has attacked the Kingdom of Aapoake. A neighboring kingdom to my own. I am Katin Hysteria, one of two kings of the Kingdom of Ceol. I’m not sure of this Force you speak of but I’m sure some form of energy has been given off in distress for this world. My brother is currently in Aapoake dealing with the matter alongside their queen.” He said as the armor plate in his hand started to dissipate into a black and purple smoke as Katin let his spacial flame burn it away in anger. He looked back up to the man, “Apologies, I’ve been somewhat calm with the situation until recent. A balance is in need of keeping and the scales have certainly been tipped.”
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
“A pleasure Mr. Gray,” She gave a slight curtsey out of general politeness. “From what it seems, they must have wanted to get an idea of our strength and strategies in defensive tactics. However they’ve yet to witness what true power the main city of my kingdom has to offer.” Esme said. Damien set his scythe to his back as it hung onto his using magic.
“Ceol will offer aid to be prepared in case of another invading attack. The Ammolite caverns are most likely what they are after. At this moment my brother is speaking with a Rear Admiral Silrus who believes they are after your crystal mines for powering their weapons.” Damien took a moment to think, “Though I’m not sure how they would intend to use them without knowing an incantation to summon the magic within.” He looked over at the pilot and at Esme both. “I need to get back to my brother. This has become a serious danger to your home as well as the entire five kingdoms.”
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
"If you can wait a minute I can show you how they would use it." Gray offered.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Wait isn't that the battle i just left a week ago?" Krystal asked? "Last report I got the main invasion force was driven off planet."
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"Why wasn't this done before you got in here?" Kia asked as she stepped into the shuttle and picked out a seat to sit in.
*** Ma'Hara Spaceport ***
Lupe sighed and threw a small ball shaped object into the air, a drone. it soon picked out K'tath's ship and took a few pictures of it as it took off after his ship,it was able to pick up a small signature from his ship for a few seconds after it had cloaked but after that it just returned to Lupe.
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"We're not sure but it only effects males and turns them into wild animals like, ferals or something." The captain of the Wolf's Pup replied.
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~ Dragon'taan, ??? Space Station ~
The feral snow leopard's attention was pulled away from the weird cat in the room and looked at the Star Wars fox. He nodded. "Right," he said, deciding it would be in his best interest to have this fox around for a while. Especially if there was an attack going on. Michen just really wanted a break at this point.
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*** Peragus III Mining Station, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"You can do that?" Weaver said, tilting his head a little bit, "I uh... sure. Go for it."
*** Strike Fleet Dragon, Cardassian Base AO ***
When Dusk's ship warped in, he didn't immediately open fire, but he didn't exactly comply either. Dusk opened up a private channel to Jacqueline,
"On your mark."
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*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"1975" He stated before putting his hands on his temples "everything I know is long gone" he said under his breath, he thought for a second before running his hands down his cheeks and sighing "Damn it. I don't even know what's happening!" He said through his teeth.
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*Mongdrigo*
There was an awful clatter, the sounds of metal containers smashing to the ground. Then the sound of a body hitting the floor, and an abundance of cursing. After knocking on her door, a voice spoke out.
"Lady Ahsoka? I-I'm Officer Coburn."
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/ZFRMB¬\
-Playing Recorded Transmission-
"Hauler 'Starfall' reporting to station."
"What is your report Starfall?"
"There is a wrecked ship near the outskirts of comms range."
"Is it showing signs of life?"
"Yes station, permis-- WHATHEHELL?!?!"
"Starfall, what is wrong?"
"The ship is still active, it's main drive core is damaged, and from what I can get on the sip specs, it uses a BHG`"
"That ship is unstable and possibly dangerous. Do ot approach it. We are sending automated tugs."
--Transmission Broken--
"Staton to repair fleet C, do you copy?"
"We copy station."
"This vessel has a damaged BHG, can you repair it?"
"What is it's current state?"
"Nearing Collapse."
-Transmission Broken-
"Medical team D, what's your status?"
"He has stabilized but is still in shock. Random Warps are never good."
"Confirmed warp sickness?"
"Yes, and he's also draconic."
"How can you tell?"
"He appears to be turning feral."
-Transmission Bromen-
"Security Team H, Status?"
"We can't find the draconic. His last heading was to his ship."
"Find that draconic at all costs."
-Transmission Broken-
"We found him, but he has an Ion Beam Rifle, we can' t get close, and he keeps on mumbling about genetic safeguards."
"All costs."
-Transmission Broken-
"He's reached his ship. Close the hangar doors."
"Hangar do-- I'm reading an energy spike."
"STATION, HE'S WAR---
-Transmission Ended. Station Obliterated-
/Zaarin's HQ\
Zaarin watched the transmission relating to the destruction of his station He pinched the bridge of his nose, "First officer. You know what i'd do."
"Yes Sir."
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¬ Zaarin Fleet Repair And Mercenary Embassy
`Black Hole Generator
Thank you to Romulan_Furry, for letting me blow up a space station.
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*Korriban*
Fayam looked at the figures scurrying and shouting across the bay, apparently not considering his presence. This made things a lot easier. He grinned and leapt into action, shooting at everything that moved in his field of vision. The crew would now most definitely have something else to worry about.
*New Romulus*
Anna left again, taking her motorcycle towards Faith. Upon arrival, she first found Johnny. The other crew had left again to just tour around. Johnny told her: "Well, captain, I got crew for you. 50 men: engineers, marines, cooks, general crew, tactical officers. They're led by a mercenary known as Temer. He already left to inform his men." Anna replied, "That leaves navigational crew and IT specialists, as well as some more all-round men. I'll go look for them on Gaia the moment our new ship is operable."
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
"Rhea to Fayam, status?" Rhea requested.
Fayam may be surprised when a contingent of Klingon Marines moved to aid him in eliminating the Imperial personnel.
*** Ikolis Expanse ***
Shortly after the destruction of the station, a pair of Venator-class Star Destroyers dropped out of hyperspace and began running sensor scans.
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
The captain sighed, then offered, Why don't we get you something to eat? You look like you could use a hot meal."
*** Mongdrigo ***
Ahsoka answered the door with a slight frown on her face. "Are you alright? Sounded like you had a bit of an accident, earlier."
*** Peragus III Mining Faciliity, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
The process would go like lightning; the monitors would show Weaver the gas being pumped out of the dorms, and the dormitory lockdown was ended, unlocking the door. "Again, you'll want to look for holologs - the ones from the Dock Officer and the Station Administrator should tell us what happened here. Once you have them, look for a computer terminal or something in the dorms that can play them. They're not hard to spot; they're basically terminals on a mounting stand designed to play back holo-logs." Weaver would see one such station highlighted on the camera screen at the terminal he was at. "That one looks like it's still working; you can start there. The Dock officer and Administrator both have unique shoulder insignias that indicate their rank; from what I can see... hang on..." Praven paused, then said, "Got it - Dock officer is just east of the doorway in the eastern dorm; the administrator is on the western edge of the western dorm... what the hell...?"
*** Strike Fleet Dragon, Cardassian Base AO ***
"All warships, form up on me. Cardassian 'True Way' - your time has come. We will not be intimidated by your posturing, and we will not back away. Fight us or flee, you're finished either way!" Jacqueline barked. All ships went shields-up and weapons hot as they formed up around Jacqueline's ship.
"Very well - then we will show you why the Cardassian Union was feared! Close channel!" The Cardassian Commander commanded, right before the transmission was cut.
"Such arrogance... to choose to fight when clearly outnumbered and outclassed... All warships, Attack Pattern Shinzon-Theta!" Jacqueline commanded. On the private channel with Dusk, she directed an aside to him: "Engage or not, just stay alive and keep an eye out for the Heralds - they're bound to show up for a fight this big."
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"I can see that, your majesty," Mesmerin said. He paused, then added, "If it's any comfort, you aren't the only ones to be accosted by these people." He inhaled, then began explaining, "They call themselves Majestic Twelve. They're a conspiracy group with origins in another conspiracy group, the Illuminati - both of them from Earth. In this day and age, they're damn near everywhere. They've been getting bolder, recently, openly and brazenly attacking various groups. Their goal remained the same over the vast, uncounted centuries: Using Force and Intimidation to seize control of everything, subjugate the galaxy under their rule. They're technically an Insurrectionist Group, according to UNSC standards - albeit very well-funded and well-equipped Insurrectionists - but the fact that they're openly attacking different factions means only one thing: Whatever they've been looking for over the years, they've found it, or damn close to it, and they're nearly ready to wage open war. Which is what drew me here - the Force was disturbed here, and I felt it was connected to MJ12. Do you have anyone in orbit who has any knowledge of MJ12?"
Silrus paused, then offered, "Well... there is Admiral Vhikarev. The one in the up-scaled Resurgent-class Star Destroyer you may have seen in orbit. We think he snared a ship that bore the same mark you gave us."
Mesmerin's face didn't even twitch, but he did look to Katin as though to ask his confirmation.
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spaceport ***
"Are you hungry or thirsty at all?" Mathayus asked. "And don't mind the outfit... souvenir from my Jedi days."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
(The following scene was discussed between myself and Alessia)
Roc noticed the power relays for the force field going to one specific console, and rose from hiding, immediately catching the senator's attention, and he raised his rifle and smashed the console with the butt of his rifle. The force field flared, flickered, and died, and the senator had a priceless look of shock and outrage on his face. He raised a pistol and took a shot at Roc, but the shot went way too wide and hit the wall behind him, and Roc, faster in reaction, raised his rifle and put a burst in him, which impacted his chest, causing the senator to recoil. Roc shot another burst, then another, and the senator dropped to the ground. Roc walked up to the senator's body and put one in his head, execution-style. "Good riddance," he muttered. Looking at Alex, he asked, "I helped you with your task. I trust your superiors and subordinates can take this from here?"
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"We'll talk about it on the way," Markus said. "We need to get back to Dragon'taan ASAP."
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"Then we'll send in female personnel," The San Antonio signaled. "What caused this outbreak? You said something about a saboteur?"
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"Something you're eager to see on Azeroth?" Ketorr chuckled. "You seem in an awful hurry." He powered up the shuttle. "Or were you hoping to show John Gilneas?"
*** Ma'Hara Orbit ***
K'Tath headed for orbit, then started calculating his destination. He wasn't taking chances; he would make a random jump to nowhere before heading to his next destination: Belsavis. For a brief moment, before the ship went to transwarp, a Sith Fury-class Interceptor (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/e/e4/Fury_In-Game_Render.png/revision/latest?cb=20150625225245) de-cloaked. The ship went to transwarp, and K'Tath breathed a sigh of relief. Some ten minutes later, the ship dropped out of Transwarp, and K'Tath cloaked and engaged the ion scattering device before going to Transwarp again, heading straight for Belsavis.
(If I missed anyone, someone fire me a PM, I'll edit this post.)
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*Mongdrigo*]
Officer Coburn saluted with a sad smile. "I-I'm fine, Lady Ahsoka. I suffered from a crippling tiberium infection that robbed me of portions of my brain. Mostly motor-control and balance. We don't have the medicine or technology to fix it. Though," he added with a chuckle. "It did leave enough room for a wireless tap to police records." Coburn shook his head and snapped back to attention.
"Regardless. I was informed you found a datapad in the cave?"
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
"Great don't tell me we'll need to help." Nari grumbled.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Indeed, was there anything else you needed, Roc?" Alex asked checking her equipment, she set something down into the control room and then began to walk out. "I ripped out most of the control systems for the nuke launcher systems it'll be a looong while before anyone can even talk with the missiles." the Hybrid explained as she stepped out of the command room.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Then what are we waiting for?" Krystal asked begining to rush outside.
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"What you don't remember that i was Greymanes girl before you?" Kia asked.
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport***
Lupe turned back to the Braxien. "Are you alright, do you need any assistance?" the Grey wolf asked the Fox like being.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
Katin nodded, acknowledging that Silrus was indeed correct. “Yes, and as soon as we can I’m going up there myself to meet these Majestic Twelve firsthand. Put the fear of Death in them!”(As in putting the fear of ‘God’ into someone. The god of Death.)
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
Damien crossed his arms, “Okay, I’m listening.” His tails were tapping at the ground. The whole situation making less and less sense to him. How could someone not of his world be able to pull magic from their crystals without knowledge of how they work? Esme joined next to Damien waiting for the explanation.
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*** Peragus III Mining Faciliity, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"Uh... something wrong?" Weaver asked, frowning. He didn't step into the dorms yet, instead opting to see if he could switch the camera feed to one of that of the western dorm, "You didn't happen to find one of the two we're looking for did you?"
*** Strike Fleet Dragon, Cardassian Base AO ***
"Will do. I'll keep the scanners running and let you know if I detect anything. I'll see if I can spot any opportunities to pull one over our enemies here too," Dusk paused, "Just... be careful. They may not be able to win, but they can still take a chunk of us out."
With that, Dusk cloaked his ship and positioned himself so that he would be towards the outskirts of the skirmish, but not too far away so that he could still engage should the opportunity present itself. In addition, as the ship moved, it would also release several detection buoys.
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~ Dragon'taan, Space Station ~
Well, now that the fox mentioned it... "I could do with some water, I guess," Michen replied. He wasn't really that hungry right now. "By the way, is Star Wars real in this... whatever this is?" That was one of the things that had been bugging him. For him, jedis were like something coming straight out of movies after all! Even though he didn't like Star Wars in particular, he was just curious.
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-Commander- "Yes computer?" -I have been running simulation scans- "Is that where your processing power went?" Nova said under his breath. -I have been running simulations on that station we left-
/Colonization Equipment: Dromund Kaas\
SYSTEM ACTIVATION LOG
1:36 EQUIPMENT ENTERED ORBIT
1:59 EQUIPMENT IN GEO-STATIONARY ORBIT AROUND LANDING SITE
2:28 ACTIVATING DROUGHT PROTOCALL
3:57 PLANET'S HUMIDITY AT 35%
4:27 ACTIVATING TERRAFORMING BOTS: FLATTEN LAND
6:20 FIRST STEP PROTOCALL'S COMPLETED. AWAITING ORDERS
/Nova\
Nova repeated his last sentence, bone white, "I obliterated a space station." -Yes Commander. The stations logs say that it was owned and operated by Zaarin- "Don't know him" his scales started to turn back to the normal black. -They were able to send a disstress signal. I have checked stations that mightv'e recieved it. You are wanted. They have put a bounty of Thirty Three Quintillion On You- His scales turned back to white. "Well, S**t."
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
Katin nodded, acknowledging that Silrus was indeed correct. “Yes, and as soon as we can I’m going up there myself to meet these Majestic Twelve firsthand. Put the fear of Death in them!”(As in putting the fear of ‘God’ into someone. The god of Death.)
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
Damien crossed his arms, “Okay, I’m listening.” His tails were tapping at the ground. The whole situation making less and less sense to him. How could someone not of his world be able to pull magic from their crystals without knowledge of how they work? Esme joined next to Damien waiting for the explanation. "
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
Gray picked up one of the looted crystal's from a nearby Crate and pulled out a pipe like object, placing the crystal into a specific part of the pipe like device, he shut the opening and pressed a button, the pipe like object omitted a plasma blade that extended from the 'hilt' of this plasma sword. "This is one way they could be using the crystals found here." Gray explained "There are other similar uses but basically it's mostly used to focus energy into beams or plasma.." He finished explaining. "On a side note I believe the crates found in these vehicles belong to you, ma'am."
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*Korriban*
Fayam replied, "No problems. They're going down like a bank balance in a casino. Besides, I got some backup. I'll be fine," all while thinning the Imperial numbers even more.
*New Romulus*
Johnny suggested, "There are some other places you could fill the crew slots as well." Anna swiped it away. "No, it'll be fine. Anyway, wherever we go, the Tal Shiar might always surprise us. I'd prefer being near home ground if that happens."
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
"Understood - I have the bridge secured. Nari, what's your status?" Rhea responded.
*** Approaching Kaas City Outer Limits, Dromund Kaas ***
Darth Nox had felt a disturbance while meditating, and woke from his trance to investigate. Hell, his ancestor whom he'd been visiting with - Kallig - sensed it to. In a sense, he was walking with him. Communication with his orbiting flagship revealed that a visiting craft jettisoned a colony pod to the surface, but that was all. Why, then, was he feeling that something was amiss?
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spaceport ***
"I imagine it's a bit surprising to you," Mathayus said. "Not everyone in galactic society can say they came face-to-face with a Jedi... especially one as myself. But to answer your question, yes - it is real. You are not dreaming. Near as I can tell, you are fully awake. But we can speak more at my brother's manor." Be briefly paused to consider getting Michen a bottle of water, but then... how would he open it? "Would you have any issue drinking bottled water?" he asked.
*** Peragus III Mining Faciliity, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"There was a signal that came to life in the system briefly, but it's gone now... strange. Keep going - find out what you can in the dorms," Praven requested.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"Might I request coming along? I have my own bone to pick with them," Mesmerin requested. His hand briefly patted one of his several lightsabers.
(As I have received a heads-up from Damien, the Nephira plotline is paused until further notice due to Damien leaving for Basic Training later this month.)
*** Strike Fleet Dragon, Cardassian Base AO ***
The battle went well - when Jacqueline's forces engaged the Cardassian forces, they were easily outmatched. But there was trouble on the horizon - an unidentifid signal approaching the area at high warp.
*** Mongdrigo ***
Ahsoka frowned slightly, a bit confused, before the question clicked. "Oh! That thing, yes." She went to retrieve the datapad and handed it to Coburn. "If you can restore it, great - I'd love to know why we found it in that cave, and how that cave has been here all this time and we never found it."
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"Honey, I don't think you should be rushing like that with a baby due any day now," Markus cautioned Krystal as he caught up with her.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"No," Roc replied. "We should get moving. I may already have spent too much time here. The DF is patient, but they will not wait forever."
*** Azeroth Orbit ***
"No, actually," Ketorr responded. "You mentioned it a couple times, but you never went into detail about it. What exactly happened between you two?" He guided the shuttle out of the warbird's hangar and started for Azeroth's surface.
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"I-I... are you... gonna... arrest me?" The Braixen asked fearfully, her back against the Starchaser, quaking with fear.
*** Belsavis Orbit ***
K'Tath's ship - the Assailant - dropped out of Transwarp over Belsavis, cloaked. He noticed the presence in orbit being more than standard, even for a prison planet like this, but paid it little heed nonetheless as he headed down planetside. He landed in one of the tropical rifts and took to the jungle, looking for one of those Rakatan Tunnels that snaked all across Belsavis, leading to other parts of the prison on the planet. He took great care to remain cloaked in his PCD, and avoided heavily-populated areas. He had a mission here, and he'd be damned if he was gonna let some lucky prisoner or roving band of patrolling guards get in his way and sound the alarm that he was here.
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
"Did you not get my ealier responce?" Nari asked "Cargo bay is clear the Klingons are checking their equipment for signs of tampering..."
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"You realize, i have a baby air cushion right?" Krystal asked.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"You know the way out the DMC will wire your funds when my report is recived." Alex replied waiting for the Dmc squad to come in and take over...
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"For what? You havn't broken any laws as far as I know." Lupe replied
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"i'm still looking through the crew manifest to find out saboteur it was an inside job, whatever he did." the captain of the Wolf's Pup responded preparing for the federation team to beam abord.
** Azeroth Orbit ***
"He died." Kia said explaining in two simple words. "That blasted witch Sylvanas killed him"
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*Mongdrigo*
Coburn nodded and quickly opened the battery panel to the datapad. He replaced the faulty part and reset the panel. The datapad activated, a blue glow emanating from the screen. It was a relatively simple interface with a list of files marked by dates. Coburn gave it a quick glance before speaking. “Strange. These files are pretty old. Not pre-tiberium but pretty close.”
The officer eased himself into a nearby chair and panned to the first file, opening it. The pad projected a hologram of a youngish humanoid in a Separatist captain uniform. He gave a salute before speaking.
-Playbacks begin-
“This is Adrean Murdok. I guess I’ll start at the beginning. Count Dooku wanted us-uh, me to find a new path to Coruscant. We got equipped with some experimental drive. I’m not sure how it works, but I gotta say, we’ve covered days worth of space in a few minutes. Eh?” He turned slightly for a moment before speaking again.
“We’ve just now entered this uncharted star system. I’m gonna deploy probes and let ‘em cook for a few hours.”
The recording ended, and Coburn started the next.
“So...this planet’s rich in raw material. Nothing we’ve ever seen, but the probes’ve stopped responding. I’m sending a squad down to see what’s wrong.” The recording stopped for a moment but quickly restarted. Coburn mouthed the words “auto play” to Ahsoka.
“There’s something down there. The squad’s not responding. Even the vulture droids vanished. I’ll send a group of B-2’s to investigate. For now, I’m tired...”
The next file was marked down as a few hours later.
“18’s woken me. Said an unidentified vessel buzzed us. Vultures scrambled to defensive positions. I’ll update when I-“ A booming explosion rocked the vessel, sending Murdok to the floor. He looked around, shouting and giving orders.
“Something hit us! A ship, battleship sized! Get the turrets up! We’re stuck in a decaying orbit. Whatever they’re carrying, it blew out the engines.” The file ran a few minutes longer of nothing but Murdok shouting and giving orders.
The next hologram was of a very disheveled and injured Murdok.
“We’re plantside now... I’ve got half a ship left...those things. Didn’t even punch their shields. We landed in this cave. There’s a settlement a few miles away, I think. I saw it while landing. I’m not sure how long we’ll last. These crystals are nuts, though. But, whatever. I’m gonna set up the emergency tent and try to hail somebody.”
The following files were nothing more than Murdok lamenting the war, his failure and dwindling supplies.
Coburn sighed and spoke. “Last one.”
Murdok now was ragged. Clothes tattered and bloodied, a crystal impaled in his shoulder.
“Those things! They found me. All my droids are dead or gone, cept for the crab I’m using to charge my stuff. If anyone finds this, leave! This is a forsaken place!” Murdok then turned, screamed and discharged his blaster before strange, circular energy bolts slammed into him. A horrible, quadpedal creature stumbled past, chittering and groaning before stalking away. It seemed to be made of the same material as the Mongdrigan vessels.
-Playbacks End-
Coburn’s brow furrowed deeply in thought. He rewound the hologram, and stopped at the creature. “This...this is new.”
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/Colonization Equipment\
SECOND STAGE ACTIVATION CODES RECIEVED
STARTING PLANETARY SCAN
SCANNING 1/8
SCANNING 2/8
SCANNING 3/8
SCANNING 4/8
ALERT. ALIEN ARTIFACT FOUND. UNKNOWN ORIGINS. ALERTING NEAREST SHIP
SCANNING 5/8
RUINS LOCATED. NAME: KAAS CITY. INHABITANTS: ONE
SCANNING 6/8
SCANNING 7/8
POTENTIAL MINE SPOT LOCATED: PLUTONIUM. IRON. URANIUM. SILVER. COPPER
SCANNING 8/8
FACTORY LOCATION FOUND. INITIATING DEPLOYMENT OF DE-MATERIALIZATION DRONES. MINE IRON
MATERIALIZATION DRONES ACTIVE. BUILD [ONE] STEEL FACTORY
SCANNING COMPLETE. AWAITING NEXT ORDERS
/Nova\
"What are we going to do computer? We aren't affiliated with any corporation, or government. And the safe haven we had was recently found." -There is a very low chance that they will prosecute you Commander. Zaarin was a vile person. They might congratulate you.- "I'm not taking any chances. Use the precision warp. Land planetside at the landingzone the equipment created." -Yes commander. Using precision warp to Dromund Kaas-
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*** Peragus III Mining Faciliity, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"Alright. I'm going towards the eastern dorms first then," Weaver replied. He headed in with caution, slowly walking in and listening for any kind of disturbance. Reluctantly, he kept an eye out for any kind of corpses, specifically that of the Dock Officer. He also surveyed any of his surroundings en route for any kind of clues as to what had happened. Objects knocked over, markings on the wall, and if anyone still wrote journals, one of those.
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*** Strike Fleet Dragon, Cardassian Base AO ***
"Heads up. We've got trouble. An unknown signal is coming straight towards us and it's coming in fast. You might want to mop up what you can and keep your main command vessel away from the fight before the Herald ship teleports us somewhere. Just to confirm, we're boarding the ship correct?"
Dusk's ship switched to its Tetryon weapons and armed its torpedo launchers. As soon as what he assumed to be a Herald ship came in, he was going to unleash hell.
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*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
Anatoly sighed and rubbed his wrist as he calmed himself "Sure, Sure"
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*Korriban*
Fayam made sure to clear out the Imperial soldiers completely before heading out. The bay was littered with half-burned corpses, but clearing them out was none of his business. He didn't bother to check the cargo either- he thought it unlikely it was damaged or messed with.
*New Romulus*
Anna asked, "So, who are those new recruits anyway?" Johnny replied, "Well, their leader is known as Temer. I-" "Temer who?" "I don't know. He didn't give me any other biographic details. You'll be able to ask them yourself soon enough."
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~ Dragon'taan, ??? Space Port ~
Michen shook his head. "No, I don't have a problem with that." In his answer, he forgot to mention that he didn't actually think for a second about how to open the bottle. "How far is it to your brother's house, anyways?" That there, those were the more interesting questions for Michen.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spaceport ***
"It's about ten minutes outside the Capitol City," Mathayus responded, buying a bottle of wather and unscrewing the lid before handing it to Michen. "I can't promise my younger brother will be there, however - with this sudden and brazen attack, he'll likely be at the military enclave, coordinating the counterattack. Or cleaning up the mess those b*****ds left behind." He started in the direction of one of the hangars and stopped, looking over his shoulder at Michen. "And watch out for my niece; she adores ferals, sentient or no. It's cute, really, but her hugs are rather... tight."
*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
"Very well," Rhea said, settling into the Captain's chair, "All teams, perform a thorough sweep for any stragglers. Leave no stone unturned, leave no survivors. I will get this ship moving again." She lookked to tactical. "So'wI yIchu!" She turned to the Helmsman. "Get us on course for our original objective." Both crewmen nodded and set to work, and the Terror Wing shimmered and vanished as the cloaking device was engaged.
*** New Romulus ***
Temer happened to be approaching the ship while Anna was having her conversation, accompanied by another Romulan, a female.
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
The group led Anatoly toward the mess deck, where UNSC Naval and Marine personnel eyed him with confusion and suspicion.
*** Peragus III Mining Faciliity, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
The Dock officer was just off the right hook of the eastern dorms; the Station Administrator not far from him. Both had holo-logs on them. But, in the western dorms, there was one particular corpse that seemingly was out of place; one of the miners, wearing a mining uniform, but this one was Sullustan, in direct contrast to the other miners, who were either human or distinctly furry. And even stranger, this Sullustan was not killed by the gas that had been in here earlier; a blow to the back of his head was his demise. Curiously enough, he seemed to have died after his attackers left, trying to get to the refresher bowl on the far wall. Perhaps something was there that he was trying to retrieve? Any search would reveal another holo-log, with the last entry incomplete, evidently when the Sullustan was attacked.
When Weaver had all the logs, the only thing to do would be to play the logs at a computer terminal that accepted the logs; the one in the western dorm was inoperable, but the one in the Eastern Dorms was functional.
*** Strike Fleet Dragon, Cardassian Base AO ***
"That's right," Jacqueline said from the Wayward Wanderer. "We need to figure out where that ship came from, and how to get there. I'll deploy a virus that, if effective, will keep that ship or its crew from wiping the database."
As the Herald ship got closer, sensors would be able to pick up on the shape and form of the vessel. What would be confusing is, when that happened, Dusk's sensors would paint the vessel as being literally cube-shaped.
*** Dromund Kaas, outside Kaas City ***
Nox wandered, seemingly aimlessly, but in truth, guided by the Force. He wanted to know who had landed here.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Care to explain?" Ahsoka asked.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"I just don't want anything to happen to our soon-to-be-born son," Markus said. He offered to help Krystal into the craft that would take them back to the Iron Regent.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"You can send your report from my ship; we need to get moving," Roc said as DMC marines began arriving. High General Kyle personally strode into the room where Roc and Alex were, and Roc had his back turned. Kyle looked to Alex. "Friend of yours?" he asked, indicating Roc.
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"I-I didn't want anything to do with it! He's crazy! Kept babbling about some Fleet Eternal with a Fleet Katana Element! I don't even know what that is! And I didn't want him to hurt me - I just wanted to leave! He kept insisting I lead you here! I had no idea he was gonna ambush you!" The Braixen pleaded, singing down in tears. She was obviously terrified.
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The Starfleet engineers beamed aboard, some of them directly to the bridge. One of the medics approached the Captain. "Are you hurt?" she asked.
*** Azeroth ***
"I see," Ketorr responded. "Well, I'm sure he'd appreciate that you've moved on." The shuttle broke atmosphere moments after, and Stormwind was the first city in sight. "We need to handle a quick diplomatic meeting with King Anduin," he said, "Aylina, can you watch your little brother while your mother and I are in the meeting? We won't be long."
*** Belsavis Orbit ***
K'Tath's ship - the Dark Fury - dropped out of transwarp under cloak, and was quick to move out of the vicinity before any of the vessels in Belsavis' orbit came looking to see what dropped out of transwarp. K'Tath knew better than to land in a more populated area of Belsavis - no, he needed an uninhabited area, but still in reasonable distance to the prison. His target was an area in the Minimum Security Wing; an inmate that had valuable intel on his goal. But to get there would be a challenge.
The Dark Fury landed in an uninhabited area just outside the transition highway between the maximum security wing and the deep prison sector, an area dominated by grassy plains. Because this area had no water, and by extension, mud, nor anything that would leave footprints, it seemed a logical area to hide his ship. K'Tath engaged his PCD and exited the ship, and began trekking toward the minimum security wing...
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~ Dragon'taan, {Capital} Space Port
"I'll keep my eyes open," Michen said to the Jediude. The feral couldn't help but chuckle internally about the pun he just made up there. He grabbed the water bottle in his paws, lied down and carefully tipped the bottle over. Unfortunately, Michen wasn't able to move whilst drinking or eating, being a feral and all. Despite that, he seemed surprisingly clever. Having the bottle only slightly tucked over and solid between his paws, one in front of the bottle and one on the back, he managed to lick the water out of the bottle. The snow leopard's tongue didn't quite fit inside the thing, but hey, it was working! He even had enough patience to be able to actually finish this way if he had to!
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Korriban Orbit ***
"Wait, where are we headed?" Nari asked.
"Can i get a spicy hot taco?" Flier asked.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"He'll be perfectly fine ,dear." Krystal replied nodding in thanks as she accepted help from her husband. "You worry too much...I'm the one carrying him." She pointed out.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"What's the rush?" Alex asked. "Got a date?" she asked with a smirk.
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
Lupe sighed and patted the Braxien on the shoulder. "Relax." the Ferinian she-wolf replied "you seem a little worried, Let's start over, what is your name, do you need some place to hide away from him?" she asked "We can talk about this Eternal fleet or whatever later, though that honestly doesn't sound right." Lupe added.
*** Azeroth ***
"But what about Lian?" Aylina asked, the young Dranei, letting out a sigh....
** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The captain an odd white black spotted giant leopard looked at the medic for a moment "I'm fine, most of the wounded are in sickbay and the males are in the brig." she explained. "I'm still trying to find our Saboteur, ship logs definitely show someone accessing environmental controls likely to spread the virus."
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-The ship warp has completed Commander. You are free to go planet-side- "Thank you computer. What is the equipments status?" -Idle. It has found Alien Artifacts. It relayed the information to the nearest vessel- "You mean the vessel that nearly destroyed us?" he said, looking at the sky. -Um. Yes Commander. But I do not believe the equipment knew that- "Nothing we can do 'bout that. Unload the supplies to the landing zone, and start up one of the transportation trucks. Send your A.I to that. Plot a course to the Artifacts." -Yes Commander- "Wait..." he stared at the ship "...you said "Um." Is your A.I core damaged?
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*** Unspecified Wilderness Area, Dromund Kaas ***
After a long hike, Darth Nox - also known as General Vokun Suleyk - found what looked to be a staging area. But what this staging area was geared for was not immediately clear. Even stranger, General Suleyk sensed no life in this area, sentient or otherwise. He wandered about, not tampering with anything, but rather exploring the area in hopes that whoever owned this camp would return and possibly answer the question of what the hell all this was for.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Leaving Korriban Orbit ***
"Flier, this is not a fast food joint from Earth!" Rhea growled. "And Nari, where we are going is classified."
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"I know - and if something happened to you, our son would be affected. I have a right to worry as the child's father," Markus told Krystal as he settled into the seat next to her. He knocked on the bulkhead just shy of the cockpit. "Back to the Iron Regent," he told the pilot. Markus' gaze returned to Krystal. "And I think I've settled on naming out son Malcom. Malcom Vasily Tokarev."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"No, but I want to get this mission done and over with and get back home," Roc responded. "I promised my wife I'd be there for the birth of my son."
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"I-I'm... Kayla. I was hired by K'Tath to get something for him... something from a ship crashed some ways from here. I originally had planned to sell it to a scrap dealer, but K'Tath offered twice what the scrap dealer would have paid, and he was true to his word. But after I delivered it... something changed. He had me lead you here. He said you wouldn't harm me, I... guess I didn't believe him," the Braixen explained. "But we shouldn't talk about this out here. Too many ears."
*** Approaching Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"Lian will be beaming down from her ship. We didn't beam down because I didn't want your little brother to be adversely affected by the transporter beam," Ketorr responded. "And your brother-in-law will be with her. So be nice."
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"We'll have security personnel beamed aboard," the medic said. "Do you have any idea of the motive behind this attack?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spaceport ***
Mathayus smiled amusedly at Michen. "Did you not have anything to drink during the trip here?" he asked.
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
A young lioness-tiger hybrid with a tomboyish stance and beautiful blue eyes walked through the Mos Eisely Spaceport. Her work here on Tatooine was nearly done. All that remained was to report to her employer and then get off this dustball. The sand was really starting to irritate her. She wore uncommon attire (https://i0.wp.com/torf.mmo-fashion.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/04/casual-combatant/Casual-Combatant-Female-Close.png) for those on Tatooine, plus a pair of black gauntlets that projected the energy shield that protected her.
She walked into the office of her employer and slapped a folder of files down on his desk. "It's done," she said, her feminine voice having a scratchy quality to it. "Those files will prove who stole your money. And I dealt with the man's thugs."
The employer - a human male - turned around in his chair. "Good. That's damn good. It's about time I got lucky out here. Credits will be transferred to your account, as agreed."
"And the info I wanted?" the lioness asked.
"A deal's a deal. I will transmit it to your ship's computers, as you requested," the man said. The lioness nodded and turned to leave. "Never got your name, madame," the man stated. The lioness stopped.
"It's Tokarev," she answered, looking over her shoulder. "Vitani Tokarev." And with that, she walked out of the office and headed for the extraction point - on the other side of the city.
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***UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit***
Anatoly sat himself down and placed his hand on his chin, Losing himself in his thoughts as he looked at the table
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Leaving Korriban Orbit ***
"My furry black butt!" Nari grumbled.
"No food replicators? not even some live Gagh?" Flier asked.
*** Bast Castle, Vjun ***
"You still worry too much." Krystal replied with a smirk.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"As far as I can tell your done, you don't need to stay with me..." Alex pointed out.
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"How about at my place?" Lupe offered.
*** Approaching Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"So why do I have to stay with him, can I not come down with you?" Aylin (Aylina) asked.
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"Considering the nature of the attack i think whoever it is, is from one of those cultures who thinks females are not as good as males, Ferengi, Kzinti... You know species like that. I imagine they were attempting to steal this ship it's brand new after all."
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
"What are you doing here, Tokarev?" Growled a shadowy figure wearing a full brown robe like the ancient Jedi...
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(Friends, it seems Alessia's PC Power supply died last night, and she may not be with us for a few days. Just a heads-up.)
*** IKV Terror Wing, en route to unspecified meeting location ***
"We can worry about food later, Flier," Rhea growled. "I'm late enough as it is delivering the contents of the cargo bay. All hands, run one last sweep for stragglers and ensure the cargo contents remain untampered. You have two hours till we reach our destination."
The sweeps for stragglers would turn up nothing but dead Imperial troops and crew, while the cargo sweeps would reveal only excavation equipment had been tampered with - not the cargo that was contained in the magnetically-sealed cargo crates. They showed obvious signs of examination, but none were opened, nor was any attempt made to do so.
*** Vjun Orbit ***
"As a father, I have a right to worry - about my unborn son as well as my wife," Markus said. "You are the light of my life, Krystal. In spite of our... rather colorful start as kids, you are everything to me."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Yet your government promised to send an agent to aid me in my task - an exchange of favors, if you will," Roc said. "Am I to understand they sent a different agent?"
Kyle stood nearby, arms crossed. "He's not wrong," Kyle stated. "I personally gave him my word on this matter. While I technically have not yet dispatched an agent to help him with his task, you seem a good choice to send along with him."
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"That... that might do. Is it safe?" Kayla asked.
*** Approaching Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"First off, Aylina, this is a diplomatic matter, to which you are not yet ready for. Second, you need to spend some time with your little brother. Bond with him. Let him grow used to calling you his sister," Ketorr said.
The shuttle landed not long after, where a Pandaren woman and a Worgen male were waiting.
Lian and James.
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
The XO of the Chaos March happened to be at the table Anatoly sat at. The XO - a pink-furred feline - inclined her head slightly to one side. "Are you alright, sir?" she asked.
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"Where exactly did you come from?" the medic asked as security personnel began beaming aboard.
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
"Just passing through, sir - just passing through," Vitani replied to the shadowy figure, her hand resting on her lightsaber (https://img-new.cgtrader.com/items/225857/4992acc267/darth-malgus-lightsaber-3d-model-stl.jpg).
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*Mongdrigo*
Coburn shrugged, defeated. "I dunno, Lady Ahsoka. It's dated from two and a half decades ago, before I was born. Something about that creature, though...it looks familiar." He snapped. "Oh! The handmaiden! Her hood! It's the same material. I think she'll recognize it. Er...though she's in the Tower...I dunno how far Lord Malgus will let you go. Great Leader never let anyone up there, unless they were gonna die."
*Mongdrigo, Five Points Rock*
Several Mongdrigan researchers had, for the quarterly outing, set up their equipment outside the area around the formation. They obviously took great care, keeping a decontamination tent active at all times. One researcher had large gripper-picker apparatus, tipped with diamond blades. He scratched at the nearest pointed rock, which stood at approximately twelve-feet tall, trying to free the dark colored material from its base.
Then a thunderous bellow stopped him dead in his tracks. An awful, bassy thrum filled the air, shaking loose equipment from tables and truck beds. The researcher closest stepped back, looking around.
"Uhh, Control? Did you catch that?"
A very annoyed voice responded.
"Of course we caught that. I bet the city picked that up. Did you find where it came from?"
The researcher shook his head. "No sir. It was too loud. Echoed off the mountains and those big crystals."
There was a long pause, before Control responded.
"Alright, c'mon back. We'll get you deconn'd and we'll head home. If it's scarabs, I'm not sticking around."
The research group started to pack up, keeping an eye over their shoulder. In case the noise did happen to be scarabs.
((Aww dang! Sorry to hear that.))
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***Draycon Infinitum Corporations Engineering Facility. Dromund Kaas***
Unknown presence detected. Scanning brain-waves.
Hostility level: None, or insignificant. Allow limited access.
Accessing Facility speakers.
"Welcome to the Draycon Infinitum Corporations Engineering Facility. You are free to explore, but if you attempt to interact with any of the machinery, you will be stopped" a feminine, but robotic voice spoke, hoping there was enough power to activate the uranium processors.
***Nova. Dromund Kaas Unknown Area***
"Computer, you said you knew where we were going." -My systems deal with space coordinates. Planetary navigation is difficult due to terrain- As the computer said this, the front left wheel of the rover hit a hole in the ground, then proceeded to hit a boulder, jerking the suspension, and cracking the support beams. Nova set the rover to limp mode, where it will keep it's front left wheel off the ground and use the other seven wheels. "Computer, how far are we from the artifact?" -Straight line. 200km. Accesing terrain changes and drivable locations. Route distance. 724km. It would be easier to take the ship. The artifact is in open-air- "The ship can only go planet side using the precision warp. The forces of flying through the atmosphere would destroy it."
***DICEF. Dromund Kaas***
Turning on uranium processors. Modifying current mining protocols.
Add uranium.
Uranium mining has started. Power supply now increased. Activating defenses. Activating offenses. Dropping cloak.
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***UNSC Chaos March, Earths Orbit***
Anatolys eyes darted up at the feline "Who th- Wha-.... I'm fine." He said as he leaned his head back as his spine slowly cracked "ow ow ow ow ow ow" he thought as he slowly reset his position, He managed to forget how taxing this whole situation was on his body "Damnit these spacemen better have decent food" He squinted at the feline "What do you plan for me? Dissection? Probing around my mind? I find it hard to trust all of you with a living anomaly who can't defend himself...'
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(Friends, it seems Alessia's PC Power supply died last night, and she may not be with us for a few days. Just a heads-up.)
*** IKV Terror Wing, en route to unspecified meeting location ***
"We can worry about food later, Flier," Rhea growled. "I'm late enough as it is delivering the contents of the cargo bay. All hands, run one last sweep for stragglers and ensure the cargo contents remain untampered. You have two hours till we reach our destination."
The sweeps for stragglers would turn up nothing but dead Imperial troops and crew, while the cargo sweeps would reveal only excavation equipment had been tampered with - not the cargo that was contained in the magnetically-sealed cargo crates. They showed obvious signs of examination, but none were opened, nor was any attempt made to do so.
*** Vjun Orbit ***
"As a father, I have a right to worry - about my unborn son as well as my wife," Markus said. "You are the light of my life, Krystal. In spite of our... rather colorful start as kids, you are everything to me."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Yet your government promised to send an agent to aid me in my task - an exchange of favors, if you will," Roc said. "Am I to understand they sent a different agent?"
Kyle stood nearby, arms crossed. "He's not wrong," Kyle stated. "I personally gave him my word on this matter. While I technically have not yet dispatched an agent to help him with his task, you seem a good choice to send along with him."
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"That... that might do. Is it safe?" Kayla asked.
*** Approaching Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"First off, Aylina, this is a diplomatic matter, to which you are not yet ready for. Second, you need to spend some time with your little brother. Bond with him. Let him grow used to calling you his sister," Ketorr said.
The shuttle landed not long after, where a Pandaren woman and a Worgen male were waiting.
Lian and James.
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
The XO of the Chaos March happened to be at the table Anatoly sat at. The XO - a pink-furred feline - inclined her head slightly to one side. "Are you alright, sir?" she asked.
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"Where exactly did you come from?" the medic asked as security personnel began beaming aboard.
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
"Just passing through, sir - just passing through," Vitani replied to the shadowy figure, her hand resting on her lightsaber (https://img-new.cgtrader.com/items/225857/4992acc267/darth-malgus-lightsaber-3d-model-stl.jpg).
(New PSU and back...)
*** IKV Terror Wing, Leaving Korriban Orbit ***
Fliers stomach growled ,she hadn't eaten since they had left Dragon'taan.
Nari grumbled something about how long it was gonna take....
*** Vjun Orbit ***
"And you still worry too much." Krystal replied with a smile.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Alex stood attention and Saluted, though technically she wasn't under his command per say, she decided to give him the honor, Kyle deserved. "Then where do I go now?" the Hybrid Vixen/Wolf asked.
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"If you don't mind a dragon being in the same building, yes very safe." Lupe replied.
*** Approaching Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"But I want to see my home again, and I'm sure John, would like to see the surface, at least let us stay in Stormwind..." Aylina whined.
A night elf approched the group, walking slowly towards Lian and the male Worgen, James.
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The captain leaned her head to the side, confused... "Do you not recognize the symbol of the New Cerinia command?" She asked pointing to the symbol in the middle of the room "It's clearly visible on our hull as well...."
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
"Your very far from your fleet.... where is Markus?" the shadowy figure growled...
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*** Vjun Orbit ***
Markus smiled back. "Maybe," he admitted. "But considering everything that's happened to the both of us... can you blame me?"
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
In response, Kyle looked to Roc, who told Alex, "Follow me - I'll brief you en route." He then started back for the entry point of the bunker, muttering to himself how he hoped none of the radiation of the nuke's blast got to his ship.
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"A Dragon? What kind of dragon?" Kayla asked, getting up to follow Lupe.
*** Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"As long as you stay within the walls, I don't mind you wandering around Stormwind - just take some way for me to get in touch with you when your mother and I are done at the Keep," Ketorr said.
As the shuttle landed, Lian turned and spotted the Night Elf. "Uhm... can I help you?" she asked.
*** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"Ma'am, I've seen over a dozen symbols from a dozen factions; it's difficult at times to keep track of whose symbol belongs to who," the medic stated. She consulted her tricorder, and added, "Well, Tricorder isn't picking up anything major. Are there any injuries you have that you think I should know of?"
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
"You think I'd be here if I knew?" Vitani asked, her hand still on her lightsaber.
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earths Orbit ***
The XO frowned, confused and somewhat offended. "Why the hell would we do that? We're not what we used to be, and we sure as hell aren't the Insurrectionists. If anything, we would want to get you home again, wherever that is..."
*** Draycon Infinitum Corporations Engineering Facility. Dromund Kaas ***
Nox was somewhat surprised to hear that voice, but he still wondered what all this was for. He decided to speak, just on the off-chance that the voice that had spoken was an AI: "Can... can you hear me? Can you understand me? I am General Vokun Suleyk, but here on Dromund Kaas I went by Darth Nox."
*** Mongdrigo ***
"I think we should show this to Lord Malgus, see what he makes of it," Ahsoka suggested.
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*Mongdrigo*
"Sounds like a plan," Coburn said as he pocketed the datapad. He then carefully turned around, and started out of the ship. His steps were unsure and uneven, and he did not move all that fast.
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***UNSC Chaos March, Orbit***
"You seem mistaken, I was old enough already and now I'm older than everyone on this ship by a few centuries. I'm in a distant universe where I'm not sure whether me, my country or history as I know it even exist" He rubbed his forehead "And I'm sure there's an array of wacky alien species, huh?"
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*** Vjun Orbit ***
"I guess not, but let's worry about getting home first."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"I wouldn't worry about the radiation, knowing Tigress she's already deployed some of her anti radiation drones." Alex explained as she followed along.
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"Uhh my boyfriend..." Lupe replied simply...
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
"So you do know him? Tell me then does he know your about to die?" the shadowy figure asked an evil smirk appearing on his dark furred muzzle...
** Sol III system, near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"No I'm fine i was able to lock myself in the bridge with a couple of my officers before the crazy males got in." the captain replied
*** Stormwind, Azeroth ***
Aylina grumbled something unintelligible, and stepped out of the shuttle with John...
"I'm looking for a Kia Wulf." the night elf responded. "Do you know her?"
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*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
"You're really intent on birthing Malcom on New Cerinia, aren't you?" Markus chuckled. His chuckling was cut short when he felt a cold chill in the Force, and his smile almost immediately faded.
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
"That sounded an awful lot like a threat," Vitani growled, unclipping her lightsaber. "And if you knew me at all, I don't respond well to threats." She activated the weapon, the amethyst blade flaring to life immediately.
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"Oh..." Kayla murmured. "I didn't realize you had one. Is he nice?"
*** NCCS Wolf's Pup, Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"Didn't get your name," the medic commented.
"USS San Antonio to away team, status!" requested the voice of the CO of the starfleet vessel.
"Chief Medical Officer Durant here," the Medic replied. "The Captain of the New Cerinia Command vessel is alright, we're sweeping the ship for a saboteur."
*** Stormwind, Azeroth ***
James huffed, but Lian raised an eyebrow. "That's... my mother's maiden name. SHe's been going by Kia Reznov the last few years." she motioned her head toward the shuttle. "She just got here."
After Aylina stepped off, Ketorr stepped off the shuttle and into view.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"The radiation does not concern me," Roc replied as they approached the entrance. "Where we are going does." He paused momentarily to look over his shoulder at Alex. "What do you know about Expedition 22?"
*** UNSC Chaos March, Orbit ***
"You could say that - Klingons, Romulans, Sangheili... it'd be literally impossible to name all the ones we know of off the top of my head," the XO chuckled. "If it's your youth you want to recapture... well, nearly everyone has one tech or the other to assist with that. My bet? The dragon-shifters of Dragon'taan. Their tech for it is the best." She paused, then asked, "Where are you from, if you don't mind my asking?"
*** Mongdrigo ***
Ahsoka walked beside Coburn, offering assistance. "You need a hand? No offense, but you walk like you had way to many bottles of Romulan Ale."
(As much as I hate to do it, if Wilco doesn't post soon, I'll be considering the campaign to liberate Corneria concluded. Kinda want Corneria to be visited again. As such, if anyone wants to aid in the rebuilding of Corneria, just say so.)
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"I was already old beforehand. But it'd be nice to find people to help me regain some of my mental sharpness." He said as he scratched his mustache-type tufts that rested on his snout "I'm not really looking for a fountain of youth, ma'am. I just want to settle down and die in a universe not of my own..." After a brief bit of awkward silence Anatoly finally registered her ACTUAL question "From my universe's Soviet Union." He looked at her "Did it exist here or not? More so is there anything related to it that I need to know? That big guy who "greeted" me seemed to be a fellow Russian, though."
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~ Dragon'taan, {Capital City} Space Port
Michen briefly interrupted his drinking to give an answer. "Ah, no..." He just left it at that, and turned his attention back to the water until the bottle was about half-empty.
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***DICEF***
"Welcome General Vokun Suleyk. Scanning Draycon Database for your name and status." As the A.I was doing this, a group of construction drones went to the southeast corner and started building a hydroponics. "You are not in the Draycon Database. Do you follow another affiliation?"
***Nova.Transport Rover. 200km Straight Line From DICEF***
"Poor rover. This is one of the experimental ones too." -You have nothing to worry about. The awareness sensors were deactivated- "Yeah, but still knowing that it could feel itself breaking is hard enough." -The alien artifact is located in this area. If you want I can send drones to search this area- "YOU COULD'VE JUST DONE THAT!!!" -The range is too far. Now that we are here the drones can reach this area-
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*Mongdrigo*
Coburn shook his head slightly. “I don’t know what “romulan” is, but I don’t drink ale. Like I said before, tiberium infection scrambled me up good.” He made his way gingerly down to the landing dock and looked around for Malgus.
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*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
"You're really intent on birthing Malcom on New Cerinia, aren't you?" Markus chuckled. His chuckling was cut short when he felt a cold chill in the Force, and his smile almost immediately faded.
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
"That sounded an awful lot like a threat," Vitani growled, unclipping her lightsaber. "And if you knew me at all, I don't respond well to threats." She activated the weapon, the amethyst blade flaring to life immediately.
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"Oh..." Kayla murmured. "I didn't realize you had one. Is he nice?"
*** NCCS Wolf's Pup, Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"Didn't get your name," the medic commented.
"USS San Antonio to away team, status!" requested the voice of the CO of the starfleet vessel.
"Chief Medical Officer Durant here," the Medic replied. "The Captain of the New Cerinia Command vessel is alright, we're sweeping the ship for a saboteur."
*** Stormwind, Azeroth ***
James huffed, but Lian raised an eyebrow. "That's... my mother's maiden name. SHe's been going by Kia Reznov the last few years." she motioned her head toward the shuttle. "She just got here."
After Aylina stepped off, Ketorr stepped off the shuttle and into view.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"The radiation does not concern me," Roc replied as they approached the entrance. "Where we are going does." He paused momentarily to look over his shoulder at Alex. "What do you know about Expedition 22?"
*** UNSC Chaos March, Orbit ***
"You could say that - Klingons, Romulans, Sangheili... it'd be literally impossible to name all the ones we know of off the top of my head," the XO chuckled. "If it's your youth you want to recapture... well, nearly everyone has one tech or the other to assist with that. My bet? The dragon-shifters of Dragon'taan. Their tech for it is the best." She paused, then asked, "Where are you from, if you don't mind my asking?"
*** Mongdrigo ***
Ahsoka walked beside Coburn, offering assistance. "You need a hand? No offense, but you walk like you had way to many bottles of Romulan Ale."
(As much as I hate to do it, if Wilco doesn't post soon, I'll be considering the campaign to liberate Corneria concluded. Kinda want Corneria to be visited again. As such, if anyone wants to aid in the rebuilding of Corneria, just say so.)
*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
"Maybe, if time permits." Krystal replied her face frowning when she sensed Markus' feelings "What is it?"
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
Reflexivily almost like it was a built in instinct the Shadowy figure reached out with his claws in an attempt to grab her lightsaber, if his claws made any contact with the lightsaber it would short out from the cortosis alloyed into his claws...
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"It's my house, so I think that answers that...." Lupe replied.
*** NCCS Wolf's Pup, Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"Kara Captain Kara." The captain replied. "it happened suddenly only later did we find out someone had messed with the environmental controls by that time half my crew was busy forcing male crew members into the brig, and tending to wounded... Whoever did it, as I said does not have a high view of females, probably thought he could disable the ship by taking out the males, unfortunatly for him he didn't know or doesn't know what Tigarians are." "unfortunately while we were gathering up and stunning the males they made a mess of the engine room, and charges planted by the saboteur took our weapons and other systems offline.
*** Stormwind, Azeroth ***
The night elf approached Kia and Ketorr the moment they steppd off the shuttle.
"Finnally settle down after Liam died?" she asked
"You could say that Sarah." Kia responded....
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"What little I did wasn't good...." Alex replied.
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*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
"There... has been a disturbance in the Force," Markus responded. "But what I felt... it can't be possible..."
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
Fortunately, Vitani was an agile, nimble lioness, and easily dodged the attack. "My lightsaber - get your own!" she taunted the assassin.
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"Then let's get going - I don't want to be out in the open if the crashed ship's inhabitants pay this city a visit; it was hard enough to slip by them to get that thing, let alone slip away with it..." Kayla said.
*** NCCS Wolf's Pup, Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"We can help you restore your systems, and if your crew isn't too far gone, we can get them back to normal," the Captain of the San Antonio told Kara. "But first, we need to get this saboteur."
*** Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"Mommy, who's that?" John asked, "And why are her ears to pointy?"
"We don't have time," Ketorr said officiously. "After we meet with King Wrynn, then we can catch up."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Then you know that every seeker, mercenary or otherwise, that was sent there has never returned or been heard from again," Roc said. He looked forward again and resumed course. "But we have an advantage the other personnel did not - you know it. It helped us get through the radiation and into this bunker. It can easily be adapted to the environment we go to."
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Oh, trust me - Romulan Ale is not something you'd want to drink. It has a very strong kick. I would know," Ahsoka chuckled as she looked around for Malgus. "Hm... does Lord Malgus have a residence on Mongdrigo?" she asked Coburn.
*** Draycon Infinitum Corporations Engineering Facility, Dromund Kaas ***
"I am the head of Research and Development in the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps, out of Dragon'taan," Vokun responded. "Used to be a Dark Council Member of the Sith Empire, till old Draco Bellator came along, and I joined his task force, much like my colleague, K'torr. And together, we came into contact with High General Kyle Indari, and together... well, it's a long story, but suffice to say, we became Indari's Command Staff. Bellator heads up Military Intelligence and Covert Ops, while K'torr handles military operations."
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spaceport ***
(Michen, you do realize the spaceport is not in Dragon'taan's capital city, Draco City, right? There's a reason I put "orbital" there. It's in orbit.)
"Fair enough," Mathayus said. "I'll just wait for you to finish. No rush. I have my own ride down planetside." He hummed to himself, bowing his head and closing his eyes. If Michen's hearing was sharp, he might catch Mathayus mumbling, "What is thy bidding, my master...?" He remained quiet for a good three minutes, before his head rose again, and he muttered, "As you wish, master." He looked to Michen. "Something's come up. We need to get you planetside, quickly. Indari manor is going to be the safest place for you."
*** UNSC Chaos March, Orbit ***
"It existed in the UNSC's timeline, sure," the XO responded. "In recent times, some interesting innovations to our starships have come from Russian soil. In fact--"
The XO was cut off when the captain of the Chaos March set a plate of what appeared to be fresh food (I'll leave it to your imagination for what Anatoly sees, Martin) and a couple bottles of water. "I see you've met vivacious Commander Todd," the captain said. "And I don't believe I ever introduced myself, did I?"
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***UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit***
Anatoly watched as the plate was set on the table before his eyes followed by up the length of the arm and up as Anatoly realized it was the Captain "She is very uh.....Comely." He said as he waved his right hand in a stilted manner over Commander Todd "I don't think you have... But judging by the way you carry yourself I believe you are the Captain of the Havoc March?" He sniffed "Chaos, I mean."
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*Mongdrigo*
Coburn opened his mouth to speak, closed it, opened it again and eventually said. “Uhm...the Tower? I think, unless he’s gone to his vessel...”
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[It's been far too long since I've been able to access this thread, good to see things still going and the usual suspects still posting. Rom and Alessia, sorry for the abrupt leave of absence, didn't expect to go out of state for months.]
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*Terror Wing*
Fayam just stood staring through the front window as he thought about the Blowfish MK. II, still parked on Korriban. He could call on it, sure, but it would not bother to check for hostile entities. It would fly without standby weaponry or shield. That would be far from ideal in this situation.
*New Romulus*
Anna and Johnny didn't notice the two coming near. Instead she noted, "Well, I WILL even if I have to get my new ship first. Speaking of crew, where are Zealo and Koman?" "They went out and about. If you'll give them a notice they'll be back in a minute." Anna didn't reply. Instead, she was considering checking on the progress for the new ship.
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***DICEF***
"Searching database for Dragon'taan. Please wait." The hydroponics was finished, and using genetically engineered seeds only known to the Draycon Infinitum, is capable of generating a full harvest in a single day instead of months. "Unknown Group. You will be monitored for information. You are free to wander the base. Anything you do or say will be sent to the Draycon Infinitum for information on the Dragon'taan."
***Draycon Home Sector. Van Dyson Sphere***
"It's been three months now. Call Nova. See how the colonization efforts is going. Prepare the Leaf." He looked out the window, toward empty space. Only about 5 visible stars. The rest were in Van Dyson Spheres. "Yes sir."
***Nova.Transport Rover. 200km Straight Line From DICEF***
-Commander. You have recieved a call from Home Base- "Put them on computer." He waited patiently for General Lambada to start to speak. "Nova. It's good to see you again.How are the colonization efforts going?" The Draycon's have perfected faster than light travel, so even though his HOme Base was over 32 thousand lighgt years away, it only took 30 seconds for a transmission to cross the distance. "The efforts are underway. I excpect the EF to be done shortly, and then we can work on building the habitation modules." "Good. We are sending another vessel. They will be under your command." "Thank you sir. It's been nice seeing you again."
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[It's been far too long since I've been able to access this thread, good to see things still going and the usual suspects still posting. Rom and Alessia, sorry for the abrupt leave of absence, didn't expect to go out of state for months.]
(Eh, Life happens, my PSU Fried recently and was out for a couple days while I got a new one.)
(Romulan_Furry wanted me to send you this message as he is under some inclement weather, and his internet is down due to it
Blaine, no one here is gonna hold it against you for tending to your life outside of TFF. I've been busy with other matters, myself. Regardless, it's good to have you back among us, though we're going to need to discuss where to go with this RP, seeing as things have changed significantly since the last time you posted.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
"What is impossible?" Krystal asked.
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
"But i want YOURS!" Ken, the figure Growled still attempting to at least touch her lightsaber hilt, chasing after the lioness.
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"Crashed ship?" Lupe asked as she led the way to her home ,which was oddly next to the Catina the two had just been in before.
*** NCCS Wolf's Pup, Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"Our saboteur, will be the only male on the ship not gone wild or in the brig, so he'd likely still be wearing some sort of environmental suit to prevent being infected himself, unless the virus is also designed not to infect his species...
*** Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"No time for friends?" Kia asked Ketorr.
"Indeed how, rude." Sariana replied looking to John "your ears are pointy too, young one."
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"it's a feature built into our newest personal sheilds." Alex replied "Are you sure we have enough equipment on us?" The hybrid Fox/wolf asked.
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(Sorry, for me it just made more sense to have all stations for public transport on the ground.)
~ Dragon'taan, Orbital Space Port ~
Michen was done drinking now, and he helf the bottle on the ground since he had no way of currently closing the bottle. Whilst he was thinking about just that, he did hear the fox-warrior whisper to himself. Though, he didn't get what it was about and disregarded it as not very important. It was not his matter, anyways. But what the fox said to him AFTER that was.
There were no real questions in his head right now. The snow leopard just carefully picked up the badge he got from Crowley with his claws again. When he got it, he quickly stood up and turned to the fox, accidentally hitting something with one of his forepaws in the process. Michen immediately noticed this and looked at the impact to see what happened. It turned out he accidentally knocked over the water bottle in his rush to do things.
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(Welcome back, Blaine. And thank you, Alessia, for passing my message along.)
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spaceport ***
Mathayus lead Michen toward a private hangar bay, where a starship sat. It looked like the BTL Y-Wing, with green stripes, but it was much larger than the original Y-wing - about the size of a Corvette-class vessel. The ship was facing away from them, and the boarding ramp was shut. "Computer, disengage security lockdown. Access Code: Black Viking, Authorization: Mike-India-seven-four." In an instant, the craft powered up, and the boarding ramp lowered. Mathayus looked to Michen, then snapped his head to look behind him. He motioned with one hand for Michen to get aboard, and the other hand rested on a lightsaber. His expression was worried and serious, as though he were mentally preparing to face an attacker.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
"It... feels like..." Markus paused, the color draining from his face. "... me. Either I have a clone in trouble... or a sibling I was never told about. I cannot get any specifics, but whoever it is that I'm sensing, they're in trouble."
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
Vitani continued dodging the attacker's attacks, and in a twist of irony to her name, drew a TT-33 Tokarev pistol on the attacker - loaded with 7.62x25mm Depleted-Uranium Tokarev rounds. She would fire a round at the attacker's shoulder, then engage a PCD and vanish to the rooftops, dashing for her extraction point. There was no need to fight with the assassin, and she sensed his fate lay elsewhere. She would continue moving across the rooftops till she hit the extraction point, where she entered the landing bay and hit her comm unit and sent a double-click. After that, in a sustained flash of light, she was beamed aboard an orbiting cloaked ship, and moved to safe distance while she went to access the data she was sent.
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"Don't tell me you didn't know about it?" Kayla asked. "It was impossible to miss - crashed here a few weeks ago. How K'Tath knew about how to get in, get what was needed, and get out is, frankly, beyond me. He seemed to have... firsthand experience about it, which makes me wonder why he needed me to get it... if he so clearly knew what to do."
*** Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"I'm not trying to be rude, but I don't want to keep King Wrynn waiting. It's not polite to keep a King waiting," Ketorr said.
"Dad, you know as well as I do that Anduin Wrynn has more patience than Varian ever did, and Varian was a patient man," Lian said.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"If we don't, we'll get a chance to pick up some more en route," Roc said as he began ascending the ladder to the surface.
*** NCCS Wolf's Pup, Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
Security teams in Hazard suits began spreading out in the corridors of the Wolf's Pup, looking for the interloper.
***DICEF, Dromund Kaas ***
"Well, if you want to know more about Dragon'taan and our people, you're talking to the right person, though I do not claim to know everything," Vokun responded.
*** IKV Terror Wing, en route to Imperial Alliance territory ***
Rhea looked over the reports, and while there were some minor irritations, she was fairly satisfied on the whole. Still, there was a question scratching at the back of her mind. She activated the intercom, and spoke, "Captain Fayam, please report to the bridge - repeat, Captain Fayam, please report to the bridge."
*** Mongdrigo ***
Malgus was soon visible in the distance, just shy of the command center, looking over a report that was brought to him by one of his apprentices.
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"Da," the Captain responded. "I am Captain Nikita Vasily, captain of the UNSC Chaos March... one of the few vessels fortunate enough to be selected for upgrades in the aftermath of the Human-Covenant war. The wonderful feline with me is Commander Natalie Todd, my ship's Executive Officer, the second-in-command."
"Careful, Nikki - you don't want to sound too friendly with your XO," Natalie said with a playful chuckle, eliciting a smile from Nikita.
*** Belsavis, Prison Minimum Security Wing ***
The cloaked, crimson-furred Lucario Pokemorph continued his trek through the prison, eventually gaining access to the Minimum-Security Wing. His target was somewhere in here. According to last burst transmission, he'd be hiding out in one of the cell blocks. But which one? K'Tath thought. He started with the closest one, activating his electronic transparency device, making him practically invisible to electronic surveillance. That done, he began slipping quietly among the ranks in search of his contact.
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***UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit***
"Well. Nice to meet the both of you" He stated as he drank from the water bottle closest to him " It's sobering to know that there is still war going on" He said as he stuck a fork in the food that was set on the table "I'm just glad that it isn't as bad as it was where I came from. The Cold War wasn't too much fun y'know?" He sighed "I can't even begin to express the visions that plague me when I think of how much suffering war causes. I just hope you people have learned from the mistakes that conflicts in the past have set."
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*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
"Well, I think that will have to wait.... Doesn't seem like we can do much here if you cannot get any details" Krystal replied, oddly wondering where Nari was....
*** IKV Terror Wing, en route to Imperial Alliance territory ***
Nari sighed and began to sharpen her retractable claws, with not much else to do she decided to give her claws a look over...
Flier on the other hand was grumbling and moaning with her rumbeling stomach... one of the Klingon's even mentioning that she should have ate before now...
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
Acting quickly and growling to himself, Ken Ignited two of his 'stolen' lightsabers positioning parts of the blades just outside his personal shield, the round melted heated fragments of the bullet pelting off of his personal shield like rain off of a window... unfortunately this act required such quick reactions and concentration, he completely lost track of Vitani, he would have to continue his hunt later. Grumbling and growling in anger of missing his target, the black furred Fox put his 'trophies' back onto his belt and continued slowly towards his own ship, His target escaping him 'for now'.
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"Aside from, sandstorms and all the other crap that falls onto this planet it's particularly hard to spot such things without advanced radar equipment..." Lupe noted "What exactly was it he needed you to get, If I may ask?" She added opening the door to her home for the Braxien.
*** Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"You really , think I a friend of your wife would hold you up from important business, Kia who did you marry?" the night elf let out a short chuckle.
"He has his flaws." Kia shrugged, following Ketorr along.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
"Then I guess it's your turn to lead." Alex replied simply.
*** NCCS Wolf's Pup, Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The saboteur, a feline like Kzinti (https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Kzinti) in a space suit still hid in the air ducts,awaiting his evac...
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[Glad to hear that, Rom. I'm perfectly fine with creating another character or two, after getting reacquainted with what's happened since I left.]
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***DICEF 1/2***
The base went dead as it tried to process his request. "Error. Nuclear Plant Inactive. Attempting To Restart." all around the base, machinery and systems went down. Eventually, the backup generators kicked in and everything went back to operation, but stunted quite a bit.
***390LY from Dromund Kaas. Draycon Ares-X Class the "Leaf"***
"What is our speed nav?" Lieutenant Kalif asked. "We are currently travelling at 26LY per minute. Nowhere near full capacity." Kalif watched the stars fly by, not even able to blink before the stars disappear behind them. "We should be there in 15 minutes."
***DICEF 2/2***
"Nuclear Plant Reactivated. Cause for faliure unknown." the machinery went back up to full capacity. "The Draycon Infinitum would be pleased to hear about this new Corporation. We will provide details about the Dracon Infinitum if your Corporation so wishes. Habitation modules will be built shortly."
***Nova.Transport Rover. Alien Artifact. 200km Straight Line From DICEF***
"Found it computer!!! Do you have a transport device?" -Yes. The drones will be here shortly and they will transfer the artifact- "Alright. Can you scan this for any abilities it may have?" -Scanning. Please wait- The drones came, and a group of the m went over to the rover and started repairing it. -Information is limited. But I believe it is a Powercore. It seems to be continuously regenerating- "The Infinitum will like this discovery. Send it with Protection Drones." Nova went back to the rover, started the engine and raced back to DICEF.
(If you want to know what the Ares-X looks like, look up Interstellar Pilot Ares-X class)
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*Mongdrigo*
Coburn sighted the old Sith and made his way to him, often leaning on Ahsoka when his balance failed, usually followed by profuse apologies. In due time he reached Malgus and offered a salute. “Lord Malgus. We repaired the datapad you and Lady Ahsoka found.”
If prompted, Coburn would deliver a truncated version of the datapad’s information.
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*** Prison Administration Sector, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
Blaine and Kozik arrived to the prison sector, awaiting a form of contact to explain why they had been summoned out to this planet of all places.
Lighting a cigarette, Kozik kept a subtle watch on the surroundings as Blaine scanned around through his neural interface. Their urban armor, designed to conform to city-like environments, hardly did it's job. ONI missed the memo on Belsavis' icy environment and it showed with the kits the two were sent.
"The Corps get sent to tropical planets for colonization and here we are in the middle of nowhere, looking for a lost fleet." Kozik groaned, pulling his beanie down over his tucked ears. "And they can't even send us the right kits to do it." He finished, passing the cigarette to Blaine.
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*** Prison Administration Sector, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
A prison guard approached Blaine and Kozik. "You two stick out like sore thumbs around here," he commented. He looked over their attire, then made an assumption. "I'm guessing you two are from the UNSC. Warden Graal will want to speak with you." He pointed to a nearby building. "In there. Warmer in there than it is out here. Hell, you ask nicely, the Warden might get you two something warmer to wear. Graal's a friendly guy."
*** Elsewhere in Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
K'Tath continued his search for his contact on Belsavis, wishing to himself that his contact had been more specific on which cell block he'd be hiding in.
*** Mongdrigo ***
Malgus looked over the datapad, and looked to Coburn. "Opinion, mister Coburn?"
***DICEF Site, Dromund Kaas***
"The Dragon'taan Marauder Corps is not a corporation - it's a military. The Dragon-Shifter military, formed just prior to the outbreak of the Marauder War, many years ago," Vokun corrected the AI. He removed his hood, then his helmet, revealing his tattooed face and red hair.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
The shuttle touched down in the hangar bay, and Markus got up, offering a hand to Krystal. "Shall we?"
*** IKV Terror Wing, en route to Imperial Alliance territory ***
A Klingon approached Flier with a fresh bowl of Gagh in his hands. "Here - eat up. Never a good idea to operate on an empty stomach."
*** IKV Komo'val, Tatooine Orbit ***
Vitani looked over the data as her ship steadily and subtly approached the edge of Tatooine's gravity well. The data was... surprising. Old Markus had been busier than Vitani had been led to believe. And who was this Krystal Indari-Tokarev? His wife, of course, but when and where did she meet Markus?
"Captain, we are approaching the edge of the gravity well," her droid helmsman said.
"Very well. Disengage the cloaking device, prepare for transwarp," Vitani commanded.
*** Ma'Hara,Spaceport ***
"I don't exactly know, but I think it was a weapon of some sort. It... looked familiar in some way, but I couldn't place where I'd seen it before," Kayla responded as she walked inside. "The creatures seemed not to notice it was gone, though. But they all had one in some form - some shoulder-mounted weapon thing."
*** Stormwind Keep Approach, Azeroth ***
"I heard that," Ketorr commented as the bunch approached Stormwind Keep.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
Roc led the way to his hidden ship, and again opened the boarding ramp and ushered Alex inside.
*** NCCS Wolf's Pup, Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The security personnel continued their sweep, but one of them ran scans in the air ducts on a hunch.
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*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
"Why should we?" Krystal joked accepting Markus' hand as she stepped out.
*** IKV Terror Wing, en route to Imperial Alliance territory ***
"but I need extra spicy sauce and some blood wine with this." Fleir said , her ears lowering...
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"You mean that plasma caster?" She asked "not the first time i've seen a predator, I just hope their not hunting him or people here."
*** Stormwind Keep Approach, Azeroth ***
"Maybe we wanted you to hear it...." said someone behind Ketorr likely Sariana.
*** Imperium Bunker, Dragon'taan ***
With a nod Alex walked up the ramp into Roc's ship.
*** NCCS Wolf's Pup, Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The scan would reveal a feline male in the vents, wearing a space suit of all things if the scan was detailed enough it'd pick up that he was a Kzinti, who didn't know his surroundings were being scanned.
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*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
"Hardy-har-har," Markus chuckled as they stepped out of the shuttle. He then picked up on a fresh disturbance - within his wife. She might feel it, too, but not through the Force as the child in her belly made ready.
*** IKV Terror Wing, en route to Imperial Alliance territory ***
"After the battle you fought, I can't say I blame you," the Klingon said. "The crew is breaking open casks of both nearby. If you want some, I'd suggest you get some before it's gone."
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Plasma Caster? Is that what that thing was?" Kayla asked, clearly surprised. She paused for a moment, then added, "That just begs the question of why the hell K'Tath felt he needed two of them... he already had one. You probably saw it, while he was at the cantina."
*** Stormwind Keep Approach, Azeroth ***
"Har har," Ketorr chuckled as he entered the keep. He walked up the hall to the throne room, where Anduin - now much older than before - was with advisors from the KDF, RRF, and Starfleet. Anduin noticed him, and Ketorr bowed before the king. "Drem Yol Lok, your majesty," he greeted Anduin.
"The man himself - splendid. Do accept my apologies for the suddenness of my request; I felt it time to make Azeroth one among the stars," Anduin said.
"Always refreshing to help another faction like the Alliance take their first steps among the starts, Highness," Ketorr said. "I believe you already know my wife."
Anduin looked to Kia. "Good to see you've moved on from Liam, Kia. How're the kids?"
*** NCCS Wolf's Pup, Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The starfleet officer shouted the alarm, and several more security personnel came to the duct, weapons at the ready to stun the saboteur.
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
Roc entered the ship after Alex, and closed the boarding ramp. The ship's interior looked very much identical to that of a Republic Defender-class Light Corvette, but with obvious Dragon aesthetics. Roc ascended the stairs and immediately headed for the bridge.
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***DICEF***
"Putting the Dragon'taan on a watch list. Scanning physical traits. Compiling data packet. Do you have any ship design mod-- Welcome back to base Nova. There is a visitor." Nova, who was parking the rover halfway across the base, restarted the engine and cam barrelling toward Nox. "Intruder? Computer, put the base on lockdown!!!" He turned to Nox, and pulled out his Ion Beam Rifle, "Put your hands up and stay where you are. If you move you will be killed." He glared at Nox, his eyes turning a bright purple, and dropped his appearance cloak, turning into a seven foot winged humanoid.
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*Terror Wing*
The call shook Fayam out of his thoughts. He sighed and rushed over to the bridge to find Rhea. He asked, "So, what's up?"
*New Romulus*
As Anna and Johnny were discussing, there was a knock on Faith's door. Anna went to open it and found Temer and his companion standing outside. She looked at them from head to toe before asking with a surprised frown, "Uhm... Can I help you two?" Before Temer could respond, however, Johnny pointed out, "Hey, that's Temer! And he's brought company, too!" Anna said surprised, "Temer? The crew guy? Well, in that case... come in, you two."
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*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
Krystal's eyes shot open and her jaw dropped a bit "Sickbay NOW!"
*** IKV Terror Wing, en route to Imperial Alliance territory ***
Flier nodded and went to get some blood wine "Where are the replicators?" she asked..
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"to complete his armor i guess, i dunno, i just recognize the armor." Lupe replied simply.
*** Stormwind Keep Approach, Azeroth ***
"I thought it'd honor his death, if I moved on. The kids? they're all fine." Kia replied with a respectful bow.
*** NCCS Wolf's Pup, Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"Captain to security teams i'm picking up an oddly cloaked vessel, readings show it to be Kzinti, it's shield are up and weapons online, which is odd because that is a violation of the treaty. I think we're dealing with some serious contenders here."
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
"Nice setup. So where to now?" Alex asked as she stepped into the bridge.
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*** Prison Administration Sector, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
Blaine and Kozik thanked the guard for the directions before heading inside, stopping at a directory nearby.
"So, I still don't know why we're here instead of being out looking for the fleet." Kozik said, taking a quick drag from his cigarette. Sitting down on a bench, he looked to the bear for an answer.
"Don't ask me. I follow orders just as much as you do." Blaine said, still looking at the directory. His hair had begun to finally grow out since their mission had started, which felt like months.
"Yeah, which is none of the time?" Kozik retorted, following it up himself with a snicker. Blaine glared at his squadmate before returning his view to the directory.
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*** Prison Administration Sector, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
The directory would be of little help, telling Blaine what he probably already knew - mostly things like which section was where, facility regulations, et cetera. It was as Blaine was at the info directory that an Imperial Alliance NCO walked out of the nearby Prison Administration Building, heaving a heavy sigh. He happened to glance over and spot Blaine and Kozik. "You two - you don't look busy," he said, "And judging by your attire and equipment, you're either our UNSC aid or Mercenary Personnel. Either way, get in there - Warden Graal's blowing his top off, and that's not a good thing, both because of his age and because he never blows up like that unless things are going to s*** fast."
Inside, Warden Graal was ready to lose it. Situation was bad, and getting worse by the minute. Ever since that White Maw crew came here, they'd been a bane - now they were on the loose. Word had it they had some way off-world, and on top of everything else, there were rumors of a supposed intruder here on Belsavis, and Graal was almost certain this was their ticket off-world. Yep - the situation was going to hell in a hand-basket, fast. It reminded him of the situation he dealt with regarding the famous band known as the Condemned. Hopefully, the UNSC Aid would get this situation under control. Never mind non-lethal measures, Graal was sick of the White Maw's predatory BS, and was ready to be rid of them.
*** Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
K'Tath finally located his contact, but he was out in the open. Not where he said he'd be. For now, K'Tath watched from a rooftop, cloaked, waiting for his contact to head to one of the nearby cell blocks.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
Markus immediately knew what was up. "Hangar bay to sick bay! Krystal's going into labor! Get a med team down here, NOW! We'll start heading that direction!"
*** IKV Terror Wing, en route to Imperial Alliance territory ***
"We have a portable unit set up here," said one of the crewmen, pointing to the nearby portable unit. "Ship's replicators are off-line till we can do more thorough repairs; Commander wants to get this material to IA turf before another Imperial Ambush can take her by surprise."
When Fayam arrived on the bridge, Rhea turned to face him. The orange Arcanine looked pissed. But contrary to what her appearance would suggest, Rhea's speech was surprisingly calm: "Don't let my face unnerve you; side-effect of a hard-luck life and working around Klingons too much. I deeply appreciate what you did for me with my sister and her friend, and Klingon Honor demands I pay such a debt; if ever you need anything, let me know." She paused, gathering her breath before she rose from the Captain's chair and stood just a foot away from Fayam, her feminine form clearly defined by her Klingon Uniform. "That being said... one thing I want to know: How did you find out I'd been captured?"
*** Stormwind Keep Approach, Azeroth ***
"That's always good to hear, though you may change your tune when I tell you what's been going on with Sylvannis has been up to since last you were here," Anduin said. "Did you bring the kids here?"
"That we did - including our latest child. Our son, John," Ketorr said. Anduin raised both eyebrows.
"You two have a son?" he commented. "You two actually...?"
"We did, yes - but that's not why we're here," Ketorr said.
"I know that - just passing time till the Horde Warchief gets here," Anduin stated. Ketorr frowned in confusion and concern.
*** NCCS Wolf's Pup, Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The San Antonio didn't verbally respond, but went shields up instantly.
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
"Soon as we hit orbit, we're gonna set course for a DF Outpost. It's en route to our intended AO. Gotta pick up supplies. You're free to get what you need there, too - it's on me," Roc responded as he checked all systems.
*** DICEF ***
"Easy, sir - I'm not here to cause trouble," Vokun said, complying with Nova's command. "I sensed a disturbance in the Force and tracked it here. Just investigating the area." Vokun paused, then decided it best of he introduce himself. "I'm General Vokun Suleyk, Dragon'taan Marauder Corps. I think you ran into my ship in orbit - the Inquisitor. From what my XO told me, you inadvertently startled some of my gunners."
*** New Romulus ***
"That I am," Temer acknowledged. "This is my XO. I assume you are Captain Anna?"
The XO smiled. "No relation to Anna Indari, is there?" he joked.
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***UNSC Chaos March, Earths Orbit***
"Where is this ship going anyway?" Anatoly questioned as he set down his fork and looked up at Nikita "Is there any risk in me being on it?"
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*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
Krystal sort of hopped along, leaning on Markus as she moved to the sickbay...
*** IKV Terror Wing, en route to Imperial Alliance territory ***
Flier nodded in thanks, after grabbing a mug of blood wine, she used the replicator to get some extremely spicy sauce pouring it over the Gagh now on a plate, the worms almost seemed to scream as the sause was poured onto them almost as if it were burning them alive...
Unlike a Klingon, the yellow Arcanine, at the Gagh worms whole barley chewing it, as her stomach would not only finish frying them, due to her unique powers but also finish the job of killing the worms, but she seemed to not even be effected by the hot sause, if anyone else besides Rhea would try it, they'd feel like their mouth was a flamethrower... Flier began singinga Klingon victory song as she downed a gulp of the Bloodwine.
*** Stormwind Keep Approach, Azeroth ***
"With all due respect, I don't care what that witch is doing, at least right now and that's not what we're here for." Kia replied.
*** NCCS Wolf's Pup, Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The Kzinti ship an odd sauser shaped vessel opened fire on both ships, with oddly weak disruptors, either they were playing games or their 'stolen' disruptors were defective. Regardless the ship turned towards the Wolf's Pup
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*** Prison Administration Sector, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
Blaine nodded, walking towards the entrance of Graals' office. Kozik followed, putting his cigarette out and dumping the remains in a personal ashtray.
"I'll do the talking with the Warden." Blaine said in a hushed voice, with Kozik replying with a thumbs up. They entered the office, taking a moment to assess the room before sitting down across from Graals' desk.
"Warden Graal, I'm Blaine from Naval Intelligence." The bear said, reaching out a gloved hand for a shake.
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*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
Markus went as fast as he could, carrying his wife to Sickbay. The medical team arrived quickly with a wheelchair. "How far along is she?" the CMO asked.
"She's going into labor now!" Markus responded as he went to help Krystal into the chair.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Recognize the armor? How?" Kayla asked.
*** Stormwind Keep Approach, Azeroth ***
"That's... why you may not like what I have to say about her," Anduin said. "She's Warchief of the Horde now. Took forever to get past the past conflicts."
"What made her come around?" Ketorr asked.
"Same person you served under during the Marauder War," came a female voice from an adjacent hallway. To the party's right, Sylvannis Windrunner stood flanked by two orcs. "Apologies for my tardiness, King Wrynn, but I had to tend to a matter that had arisen on Frostfire Ridge."
*** NCCS Wolf's Pup, Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The San Antonio went weapons hot in an instant, and fired Phasers on the Kzinti ship in an effort to disable it.
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earths Orbit ***
"First, we're not really going anywhere unless ordered to do so; second, there's no risk for you being aboard," Natalie said.
Nikita smiled amusedly. "Took the words right out of my mouth," he said.
"Oh, I'll take more than that," Natalie joked.
"Are you really gonna do that in front of guests?" Nikita asked with a chuckle.
*** Prison Administration Sector, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
"Graal," Graal introduced himself as calmly as he could, shaking Blaine's hand. "Warden of Belsavis Prison. I'll be blunt - are you prepped to shoot dead some vicious pirates trying to make off-world?"
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*** Prison Administration Sector, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
Kozik chuckled a bit, Blaine smiling at Graals request. "Sir, that's all we did before the war with the Covenant." Blaine answered, leaning back in his seat.
"So yes, we can definitely do that for you." Kozik added, crossing his legs.
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*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
Krystal quickly 'jumped' into the wheelchair, already starting her 'breathing' not saying anything as her focus was on not delivering in a hallway.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"I've been around..." Lupe explained."This may be my home but I've been all over the galaxy..." she explained
*** Stormwind Keep Approach, Azeroth ***
Kia growled, trying to keep herself restrained. "Ketorr chain me down or something so I don't....."
*** NCCS Wolf's Pup, Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The Kzinti ship, though heavily damged by the phasers continued at a slow pace, it was trying to get into transporter range ,but they expected the shields to be down on the Wolf's pup
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
"Alright ,but I have my own supplier, on Dragon'taan" Alex replied.
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*** Prison Administration Sector, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
"Good. That's damn good," Graal sighed. "I figure it's about time I got lucky, so maybe you can snuff some of these maniacs. I'm getting too old for this s***. The White Maw Pirates have been a bane to basically everyone here on Belsavis ever since they got here. Don't matter how many times or how many of them we put into the Deep Prison, they keep causing trouble, and I'm done with them. The more of them you knock off, the better. Word has it they have a way off-world. I don't know if it's true, but they sure as hell are acting like it - they already broke cell, sprung their comrades in the deep prison, and--"
"Warden!" One of Graal's aides proclaimed. "Got a hit on the interloper! Minimum Security Wing, Cell Block D!"
"On top of White Maw's predations, I've been dealing with an intruder who somehow landed on Belsavis undetected. Motion sensors almost didn't pick up his trek through the Maximum Security Sector," Graal growled to Blaine. "Unfortunately, we don't know squat about him; he's using some sort of cloaking tech that makes him nearly invisible, and he also has a surveillance transparency module, so visual surveillance won't pick him up." Graal ushered Blaine and Kozik to the Aide's station to watch the footage. "The tech he uses to stay hidden seems to bend light around his body, a lot like the Stealth Boys used out on Terra, that world recovering from Nuclear War." He tapped the aide's shoulder. "Switch to Pheromone scanners."
The footage would see one prisoner walking into a cell block that would be uninhabited at this time of day, and just before the doors shut, pheromone scanners would pick up a faint silhouette entering just after the prisoner. Graal looked to Blaine and Kozik. Handing them a key card, he said, "I'll try to get eyes in that block; armory's in there," he pointed to a nearby hallway. "Get some warm attire, it's cold out there; after that, haul *** to that cell block and get in there, see what's going on. He may be after something else here, but until we confirm that, assume this intruder is working with the White Maw. I'll have more orders for you once I have a fix on the White Maw's destination."
*** Cell Block D-2, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
K'Tath made sure to close and lock the door to the cell block behind him, and continued, under cloak, to follow his contact.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
Markus kept pace, excited that his son would soon be born.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Where have you seen that kind of armor?" Kayla asked.
*** Stormwind Keep Approach, Azeroth ***
"Is... something wrong?" Sylvannis asked.
"With all due respect, Warchief, the last time you and my wife met, you killed her boyfriend. You may remember Liam Greymane?" Ketorr explained. Sylvannis' gaze shifted to Kia.
"Oh... I... I didn't know. That was a long time ago, madame," she said. Ketorr turned to Kia.
"Hon, why don't you go check on the kids?"
*** Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The San Antonio fired a pair of Photon Torpedoes at the Kzinti ship, trying to disable or deter it.
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, we haven't left yet, but I imagine your supplier will have their hands full what with the recent attack," Roc said. "How close are they?"
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*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
Krystal continued her breathing doing her best to keep calm
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"I don't remember exactly." Lupe replied "Why?"
*** Stormwind Keep Approach, Azeroth ***
"G-Good idea." kia grumbled walking out of the room to check on Aylina and John....
--Stormwind City--
"And this is the bank, this is where people store all their items." Sariana said to John and Aylina who were following the night elf on a tour of the city.
*** Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The proton torpedoes ripped throught the Kzinti ship which was apparently made out of spare parts or something likely due to the stolen nature of the vessel, leaving their 'agent' stranded on the Wolf's pup, who was still waiting in the air ducts.
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
A drone dropped a box near the Onyxia's pride and then flew off back to it's home base.
"Or you could wait for the delivery." Alex replied pointing to the drone flying away.
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I’m digi a alien from a far off planet is friendly
*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
*teleports right next to Marcus very suprised*
“Oops sorry I’m uh still getting the hang of these abilities. Um hi I’m digi and if u don’t mind my asking where am i?!”
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***UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit***
Anatoly looked at the two with an unamused expression before he took another drink of water. He couldn't help but feel like an unintentional third wheel in this conversation so he decided to play up his mild senility and ramble about something that'd hopefully get their attention.
"You know Nikita, You remind me of my eldest son" He rambled "Oh Yes! He was a strapping young man, built like a Burlak in his prime... He was killed in the Korean war though.... Then I vowed to never have another kid...which...I did.... He was living last time I checked, He moved to France to "study architecture"'.... No! I think he emigrated to the U.S! Yes, He became a record salesman and ended up in prison due to multiple accounts of fencing records from a rival store... You actually remind me of my father in a way what with your stern looks and strong jawline-" *Anatoly rambled on and on, He hoped they were listening to his *Kindaaa* true story about his family life, He wasn't lying about his first born being killed but he WAS lying about his second born getting arrested which, in reality, Anatoly never got to find out what his second son was doing before he was sent on the mission that put him into this whole mess* "And you!" He pointed at Natalie " I can't remember your name but you remind me of my wife when she was younger with your youthful flame and cutting edge fashion sense... Yes. she was a Yakut. Prettiest woman I've ever seen, She aged well too so I'm sure Dimitri over here will enjoy that" He nudged Nikita
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*Terror Wing*
Fayam replied, "Well, it started when I was contacted by Durok. He informed me about the hijacking of this ship, the 'Terror Wing'. He got this idea from an intecepted transmission. He then sent me to Lord Torrentus, who deciphered the message and confirmed the suspicions. By the way, I still have to give you her regards. Anyway; you, as captain, would logically be in danger. So, my mission was: get you free, keep the tomb of Darth Kallig secret and reclaim this ship, all without leaking information. It was unfortunate those other two got involved, though..."
*New Romulus*
Anna narrowed her eyes and stared at the XO. She hissed, "No. No, there's not." Then she cleared her throat and told Temer, "Indeed. I am Anna Steen, captain of Faith. It is a pity I could not meet you earlier. Johnny already filled me in on your crew. I am still missing some details, but it is not a problem. We can get it straight since we'll need to go over more important aspects anyway. So, please, come in. Have some patience, I'll need Koman and Zealo over here as well. This goes for everyone." She put the deed to the word and yelled over the communicator, "Zealo! Koman! Get over to Faith! I have an important announcement to make."
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~ Dragon'taan, Orbital Space Port ~
Michen was still mentally processing what was going on as he approached the airship. It was weird, seeing this thing. Not that he had ANY knowledge about this thing whatsoever. He didn't even know that this spaceship existed until now. Just goes to show you how much can change in he forgot how many years. It was probably shorter than he thought. Having found some basic understanding about this thing, he carefully stepped inside and took a place at the back of the ship.
Whilst doing all this, he was gently chewing on the badge he was still holding in his mouth. He normally did this when he was feeling nervous, and it was just a way of relieving some stress. He normally used his own tail for this, since a snow leopards tail is quite long and fits that need perfectly. However, now the feral had an other object in his mouth that item fulfilled that need. He still remained wary that he was doing it, and made sure that his behaviours didn't cause any permanent damage.
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*** Corneria ***
[WF-1]
Lord Rekluss had become embroiled in the fight, but there were too many Klingon and Romulan forces. In fact, he was dueling one particular Klingon brandishing a Bat'leth.
[WF-4]
In a completely unexpected twist, an air strike flew in from nowhere, comprised of TIE Defenders, and blew apart half of the Sith Covenant forces. At the same time, a platoon of soldiers, varying in race, all beamed in and engaged the dazed Sith Covenant Forces. All of these new soldiers wore the same logo - that of a symbol made of half the Old Republic and half the Sith Empire's logos.
[WF-8]
A Romulan Medic approached them. "You! You lot gonna help us secure this place? Any of you need medical attention?"
[WF-14]
{Leaving this alone for now. Will get to it next post.}
*** Corneria Orbit ***
In yet another surprise twist, the commingled forces of the Eternal Alliance appeared, consisting of various ships from various factions, all emblazoned with a peculiar half-Republic, half-Sith Empire symbol. The ships were running with shields and weapons powered, but made no hostile gesture to the Liberators; but transporter signatures were detected.
Unbeknownst to the Liberators, a strike team of Commandos led by Major Aric Jorgan beamed to the lowest level of the Government Enclave - where the artifact was suspected to be. "Havoc Squad, reporting in - we're ready to move."
(So sorry for disappearing for so long.)
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
The squad looked around for him, fighting their way through the mess, until they spotted him, making their way to him. When they were close enough, they opened fire on him.
[WF-4]
The squad just watch in surprise, some of them still helping the survivors get out.
[WF-8]
They all nod at the medical attention. Storm raises a hand. "We're here to help secure the enclave." The squad has varying levels of injuries on them, all easily treatable, apart from the dutchie, whos laying on the floor, unconscious.
(Corneria Orbit)
(Who is controlling Havoc Squad?)
Bios looks up to see a few more ships arriving. He just looks confused, his screen showing a big question mark to Travis.
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*Mongdrigo*
“I believe that the creature that killed the captain is some sort of undiscovered species in the wastes. Nothing in the database matches it. As for what shot the ship down is...less explainable. I can’t find anything in the database from that far back. Our best bet would be the Handmaiden. But,” Coburn glanced at Ahsoka briefly. “I don’t know if you want to...erm...”
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*** Cell Block D-2, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
After getting into a set of winter-prepared BDUs, Blaine and Kozik found themselves wandering the halls of the prison after a target who moved like a ghost.
"My VISR isn't picking up anything, how're we gonna find this guy?" Kozik asked as he readjusted his helmet, keeping his other hand firmly gripped on his shotgun.
"Very...very...very carefully." Blaine replied, muffled by his own helmet. He was currently underneath the panel of a security door, manually locked from the other side.
After a few pops and a hiss of smoke, the door slid loudly open and Blaine sat back up. "Should be close. Guy's good at his craft, I'll give him that." He said, using his rifle to hoist himself back up.
"Damn straight." Kozik replied, moving through the doorway to clear the next hall.
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*** Cell Block D-2, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
Blaine and Kozik would find this particular cell block to be empty and eerily silent, except for a faint echo of voices. If they followed them, they would find themselves at a most peculiar scene:
K'Tath followed his contact to an area of the cell block, where he finally de-activated his cloak, revealing his form - that of a 5' 9" Crimson-furred Lucario wearing custom armor, parts of which Blaine and Kozik might find familiar if they remembered the incident with Darth Nazar - parts that were Yaut'ja in origin, including two plasma casters. The wrist gauntlets would be a dead giveaway. The hunting mask would be similar, but custom-tailored to fit his particular face.
"I can't take too long - if the guards notice I'm not in the exercise yard, they'll come looking," the contact said.
"I came as fast as I could," K'Tath said. "Guards are everywhere, and they seem very agitated."
"It's the White Maw - they broke cell this morning, freed half the denizens in the Deep Prison, now they're somewhere on Belsavis looking for something they think will help them get them off-world and carve out a reputation again among the stars," the contact explained.
"And you had information on the Lost Eternal Fleet?" K'Tath asked.
"One of the Imperial Alliance scientists... she went missing the other day. Before she did, she said she came across an item in one of Belsavis' vaults that bore the same mark as the Eternal Fleet; she thinks it to be a control device of some form, so she locked the vault down with a fractal encryption code before she vanished. You'll need the decryption sequence to gain access," the contact said.
"And where would I find it?" K'Tath asked.
"You might try her office, an admin building just beyond the Minimum Security Wing," the contact stated.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"If I want to... what?" Ahsoka asked.
*** Corneria ***
(Wilco, I'm controlling Havoc Squad.)
[WF-1]
Rekluss was caught completely off-guard and sustained multiple hits to the back, dropping dead instantly.
[WF-4]
The newcomers forced the Sith Covenant forces into retreat, where they dug in and held position while the civilians were evacuated.
[WF-8]
The medical personnel went to see to the team's injuries, some of them tending to the Dutchie. (What exactly happened to that one?)
[WF-14]
The CMO got news on the radio, and called for everyone's attention. "Seems we got some unexpected help from the Klingon Empire, the Romulan Republic, and the Eternal Alliance - additional medical personnel are en route to help us better care for the injured denizens of the city who are en route - let's get to work, people!"
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spaceport ***
Once Michen was inside, Mathayus indicated a seat for Michen to sit in - which was feral-friendly, same mechanism as the one on the transport he'd arrived in - while he went through the shuttle pre-flight checks.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Imperial Alliance Territory ***
"One of those two is my sister; the other one is an agent from the New Cerinia Command. Neither of them are any strangers to confidential or otherwise classified info," Rhea said. She looked to her crew. "ETA to destination?"
"Seven minutes, Captain," the helmsman replied.
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"Is it alright if we ask what the details of your mission were?" Nikita asked. "And how you encountered... whatever it was, exactly, that brought you into our century?"
*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
Markus seemed not to notice the person, tending to his wife in labor.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Because that man's armor looked like a custom job - not at all like the armor of the creatures at the ship," Kayla responded. "It looked like a professionally pieced together armor - some of the pieces were Yaut'ja, yeah, but not all."
*** Stormwind City, Azeroth ***
John took in the sights of the city with the typical wide-eyed fascination of a child. Lian held his hand as she guided him with the others.
*** Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The security personnel decided to use a site to site transporter to extract the agent from the air ducts to an empty brig, now that the Kzinti ship was destroyed.
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
"Very well," Roc said. "Get your delivery and let's get going."
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*Mongdrigo*
Coburn shook his head, and turned to Ahsoka. "No no, I don't know if Lord Malgus," He turned back to the old Sith. "I don't know if you, Lord, want to allow Lady Ahsoka into the Tower. It is a sacred place."
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(Alot happened since friday. So sorry Romulan for me not allowing you to progress Nox. I can't get on the forum won the weekends since my kindle caught on fire.)
***DICEF***
"Your ship was the one that fired at me? That started a whole downhill slide. I accidentally blew up a space station." He put the ion beam rifle on his back, keeping the safety off. "Correct. They set a 33 Quintilian credit bounty on you." Nova froze in his tracks. "Computer, I will have to tell you about privacy later. Activate Code Zero, security measures. Please locate the Inquisitor, and Precision beam our friend to his ship." he turned to Nox. "If you do not leave this sector of space, we will attack. The Draycon are peaceful, but we do not hesitate to annihilate." the computer did nothing. "Commander. I can not do this. He is an ambassador to the Dragon'taan. It would be an act of war to force them out of our space." Nova pinched the bridge of his nose, and put the appearance cloack back on, reverting to his 5 foot 10 self. "Since when do we have an ambassador computer?" He turned off the base lockdown, sending the weapons to their normal routine, and the doors grinded open again. "Unknown. This is a new affiliation. The Dragon'taan Marauder Corps. He is also here as the head of the research and development team." He looked at Nox again, re assessing him. "I don't think we need much rsearch and dev. We build Dyson Spheres for fun. Pleased to meet you. I'm Nova Tarot. Head of the Draycon Colonization Efforts."
***Draycon Vessel, The "Leaf" Orbiting Dromund Kaas. Opposite of the Inquisitor***
"Has a landing pad been set up yet? Nova said he'd have one running soon. The Leaf can't stay in orbit forever." Khalif asked. "I've been monitoring ground transmissions. He's preoccupied at the moment. I'll send another message in a minute." Khalif twiddled his thumbs, uncomfortable with being in the same position. He didn't like the ship orbiting opposite of the Leaf. "We have a reply. The landing zone coords are inputted in the auto-pilot."
(Zero in this context is pronounced Zair-Oh)
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Imperial Alliance Territory ***
By now Flier had finished her meal....
Nari paced impatiently around the cargo bay, hand over her psionic sword on her belt... she simple was impatient after all the sealed tomb had really cost her something back on Korriban....Due to her unique abilities the NCC usually had her recovering Sith or Jedi artifacts, since there hadn't been many force users to , which she refereed to Jedi, no matter their alignment with the force, to hunt down...
*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
"Congratulations, it's a boy!" said Krystal's assistant Fay, as she delivered the baby a small blue Fox kit with white tiger stripes was handed to Krystal who kissed his head and handed him to Markus. "I think you should see him, he has your eyes." Krystal said, eyes watery as she held back tears of joy, though not unlike the same tears when she met her other children.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"you sure he didn't mold or bend it?" Lupe asked as she slowly walked to her kitchen.
*** Stormwind City, Azeroth ***
"like what you see, John?" Aylina asked.
*** Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The Kzinti saboteur, was unaware of his discovery by the crew, and still recieving no signal from the 'rescue' ship stood still.
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
By the time Roc had said anything Alex was already back inside with the package. "Go ahead."
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*** Corneria ***
(Wilco, I'm controlling Havoc Squad.)
[WF-1]
Rekluss was caught completely off-guard and sustained multiple hits to the back, dropping dead instantly.
[WF-4]
The newcomers forced the Sith Covenant forces into retreat, where they dug in and held position while the civilians were evacuated.
[WF-8]
The medical personnel went to see to the team's injuries, some of them tending to the Dutchie. (What exactly happened to that one?)
[WF-14]
The CMO got news on the radio, and called for everyone's attention. "Seems we got some unexpected help from the Klingon Empire, the Romulan Republic, and the Eternal Alliance - additional medical personnel are en route to help us better care for the injured denizens of the city who are en route - let's get to work, people!"
(You forgot to do Travis, for Bios is confused about the other ships XD)
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
The squad smile as Drone takes Lord Rekluss' Lightsaber, and look for their last target.
[WF-4]
Once the civilians were evacuated, the squad focused their attention on fighting the Sith Covenent forces.
[WF-8]
The squad is back on their feet shortly afterwards, the dutchie in a steady condition. They advance through the Enclave, attacking the enemy as they appeared, making their way down to the bottom of the enclave. (stationary target + Big battlefield + lots of shooting = high chance of getting injured.)
[WF-14]
The squad felt relief and smiled as the reinforcements arrived along with the survivors.
(Corneria Orbit)
Bios just looked at Commander Travis and taps his head, then points to the other ships.
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***UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit***
Anatoly looked up at Nikita "Hmmm... I launched from Baikonur during...What, 1974? I was hastily trained to operate this specially designed capsule but I'm not new to space travel." He rubbed his mustache and stared at the plate. "An anomaly had appeared close enough for my superiors to have enough confidence to send me on what was basically a suicide mission to examine the capabilities of the anomaly and it was actually fairly smooth sailing until I actually got to the anomaly which had managed to suck me into some sort of wormhole... Although... I wasn't conscious when I travelled through it but I ended up finding myself in what was basically the EXACT same location as I had been sucked in through if not a couple of feet away from it."
He looked around at the mess hall and examined the people who were wandering around before taking a drink from a water bottle "It's almost surreal." He looked at Natalie "It might just be how the Union was at the time but people weren't as... vibrant in my universe"
He slowly stood up and sighed before looking at them "Would you mind directing me to a bathroom? I can't wear this suit much longer"
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*** Cell Block D-2, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
Blaine and Kozik shadowed the two from the end of the hall, quietly eavesdropping on the conversation. The bear made sure to record the entire discussion, both on his CNI and his helmcam.
"Strange one, same armor pieces as that Yaut'ja." Blaine said, making sure to switch to internal comms.
"Yaut'ja? The hell is that?" Kozik asked in a whisper, despite the fact that only they could hear themselves.
"Long story, not the time." Blaine replied, shutting his helmet cam off. "So our target's after the Fleet. We may have something in common with this one." He said, standing up to face Kozik.
"So, admin building?" Kozik asked, flashing a toothy grin under his blacked out visor.
"Right on." Blaine replied, bumping a fist to his counterparts' cauldron.
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Imperial Alliance Territory ***
"One of those two is my sister; the other one is an agent from the New Cerinia Command. Neither of them are any strangers to confidential or otherwise classified info," Rhea said. She looked to her crew. "ETA to destination?"
"Seven minutes, Captain," the helmsman replied.
*Terror Wing*
Fayam shrugged. "In that case it's probably not that big of a deal. Regardless, that's how I ended up here in the end. Should probably get my ship over sooner or later, though."
*New Romulus*
Koman and Zealo arrived after around 30 minutes. Anna was already waiting for them and lead them into the small living room where she put Temer and his XO to wait as well. When everyone was in, she took the word. "Crew and future crew. I think it's time I informed you about my plans. Ever since we got into a mess with the Tal Shiar, we had to watch our back and get support from allied ships. Soon, however, we will be able to fend for ourselves with a new ship: the 'Overlight'. It will be similar in power to Gaian Annihilators, the strongest warships in the Gaian Army Coalition. Besides its own strength, it will carry six side ships to assist us, the 'Glowdrones'. Faith will be changed to a cargo and passenger drone, so we can access the surface without having to land. You see, the Overlight has the same outer shape as Faith, but all its dimensions are ten times larger."
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Imperial Alliance Territory ***
"If you want, I can let you remote-pilot your ship from here," Rhea offered.
One of the Klingons approached Nari. "You must be the Jedi Hunter of the DMC," he said to her. "Nari."
*** New Romulus ***
Temer and his XO remained quiet as they listened to what Anna had to say.
*** Cell Block D-2, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
Blaine picked the worst time to stand up. K'Tath had glanced at his surroundings, making sure he was still secure, when he saw Blaine stand up. He snarled, extending his wrist blades and cloaking immediately. He was about to go on the attack when he stopped. Blaine and Kozik were... different. They were not dressed in gear standard to guards of the Belsavis Prison, nor did they carry themselves as inmates. Instinct said they were someone else. He leapt to their location in a single bound, and de-cloaked right in front of them, retracting the wrist blades after. Being this close, Blaine and Kozik would have an unfettered look at K'Tath. He fefinitely looked like a Lucario, but he was a good deal taller than the standard Lucario, with crimson fur; His armor was a patchwork job - pieced together from different pieces - but very professionally-done. It had a ballistic mesh underlay, energy-resistant patchwork leather material over that, then the bits that were Yaut'ja in origin, including not one, but two plasma casters, tucked behind his shoulders, and a very high-end energy shield. The hunting mask was also of Yaut'ja origin, but custom-tailored to fit his face.
"You two aren't normal here. You are not one of the guards, but neither are you of the inmates," K'Tath said. "Who are you, and why are you here?"
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
Natalie motioned her head to indicate the bathrooms behind Anatoly and to his right. Nikita hummed in thought, mulling over what Anatoly had said.
*** Corneria Orbit ***
"Ships from the Klingon Empire, the Romulan Republic, and the Eternal Alliance - and I'm just as surprised they're here as you are," Travis told Bios. "Especially the ships from the Eternal Alliance."
*** Corneria Surface ***
[WF-1]
Their last target would be on one of the Enclave sublevels, heading to the deepest recesses to retrieve the artifact. It must be secured.
[WF-4]
The Sith Covenant forces would not give up. They regrouped deeper in the city and were digging in.
[WF-8]
While they were heading down, Havoc Squad was already securing the bottom-most level, looking for any sign of the Artifact. "Major Jorgan to Command - what am I looking for?" requested the bald Cathar.
"Something bearing the mark of the Eternal Fleet - you'll know it when you see it, because it wouldn't belong on Corneria in the slightest," came the response.
[WF-14]
All additional personnel were beamed down - the refugees arrived on Drop Ships. The medical personnel would have their work cut out for them.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
For the first time in both their lives, Markus held his son in his arms. Krystal was right - he had his eyes. He had his stripes. "Hello, Malcom," Markus was barely able to say. It was then that Voro walked in, the holographic Sangheili admiring the child. He looked up at Krystal.
"Congratulations, milady," he told her.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Mold or Bend it? Huh?" Kayla asked, confused.
*** Stormwind City, Azeroth ***
"Yeah!" John said excitedly.
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
Roc initialized the ship's systems, and brought the ship to life, and began the ascent into the atmosphere.
"Tell me something," he told Alex. "I gather you don't work directly under the DMC. Who do you work for?"
*** DICEF ***
"I already told you my name - and you misunderstand my intentions. I didn't come here offering my assistance or that of the DMC - I was merely investigating the area. Not many come here to Dromund Kaas by choice, and those that do go mad within weeks," Vokun explained. "Few can tolerate the Dark Force energies that permeate this place."
*** Mongdrigo ***
"He has a point," Malgus told Ahsoka.
Ahsoka nodded. "I'm not gonna be the one to upset your people, seeing that I'm basically playing the Ambassador to the Imperial Alliance here."
Malgus returned his attention to Coburn. "Can you look after Ahsoka while I meet with the Handmaiden?"
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*Mongdrigo*
Coburn gave a crisp salute, a smile wide on his face. "Yes, m'Lord!"
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Nova's eyes narrowed. "I think I can handle myself. The Draycon lived in hyperspace for nearly a century. A vessel that carried our entire race malfunctioned while warping, and we ended up stuck in hyperspace. We recently discovered technology that allowed us to escape hyperspace." he voice got louder. "But the cost of that was tremendous. It used all the power on our ship but we escaped hyperspace." he was nearly shouting now. "We had to destroy ENTIRE planets to get the resources to build Dyson Spheres. Our power production increased exponentially. We had the power we ever could, but we kept on building Dyson Spheres, this time for habitation, then tourism, then commercial. I'm the only one who left the Draycon sector, that and the Leaf orbiting this planet, i'm here to colonize this bloody planet. We thought we were alone in this universe. Then I come here, find this strange galaxy filled with strange corporations, and strange creatures. FIrst some corp owned by some guy named Zaarin, and now the Dragon'taan." he stopped shouting and looked sad. "I'm over 30,000 lightyears from home, and only one other ship." as he said this, the Leaf came down through the sky, the sun glinting off of it. Hundreds of weapons revolving in their turrets, and landed without a disturbance on the landing pad.
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~ Dragon'taan, Orbital Space Station ~
Michen walked over to the seat appointed to him, jumped on the seat, activated the belt as before and simply waited for what was left to come. Despite this being the second time he jumped in a spaceship, this all felt... normal, somehow. Maybe because he had experienced something similar before waking up in this time, maybe because he was just so tired. Things had been pretty draining for him overall. He yawned, dropping the badge on floor of the space ship. Recognising the sound of a dropped item, he looked at the badge. Eh. He could pick it up later.
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Imperial Alliance Territory ***
"Yes, what of it?" Nari asked, seemingly uninterested.
Flier, drank the last bit of blood wine she had and let out a rather loud , burp accompanied by a short flame shooting out of her mouth, she had made sure to face upward as to avoid scorching anything...
** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
"Thank you, Luro ,but I wish to rest now, wake me up when we get home, Markus, Fay will assist you with Malcom if you need anything, I've informed her on all my plans to care for him, even when I'm not available." Krystal replied, her eyes heavy....
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"From what I saw, his armor was definitly a patchwork job." Lupe continued "However it definitly used Predator Technology.." She added.
*** Stormwind City, Azeroth ***
"What would you like to see next, little one?" Sairana asked, leaning down to appear smaller and be at the young worgen's level.
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
"Considering I'm a Mercenary, I work for myself, the DMC and NCC just offers good contracts and I have contacts in high places of both factions..." Alex explained. "I also Live on New Cerinia..."
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*** Cell Block D-2, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
Kozik drew his Magnum, Blaine letting his hand rest on his own. With the other hand, he took his his helmet off with a quick hiss.
"Should be asking you the same question." Blaine replied, staring into the figures' eyes before pulling a cigarette out from under his right pauldron.
"All I'll say here is that we're after the same thing." He continued, gesturing for Kozik to lower his pistol. The wolf complied, giving a quick huff.
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*** Cell Block D-2, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
"You imply our goals are in alignment... and you seek the Lost Eternal Fleet. While I am not quite sure of the former, the latter will be difficult to acquire, and it's been long since I've had anyone willing to aid me. If you don't mind working with a Pokemorph, I'm reasonably certain we can work together... provided we can respect each others' motives," K'Tath said. He reached up and removed a wire from his mask, then took off the mask with a loud pop! and revealed something that was not supposed to be - his eyes were amber-yellow, and dragon in origin. That meant only one thing.
Dragon-Shifter. Even so, a dragon-shifter whose normal form was that of a Lucario was unheard of.
"I am K'Tath Indari... cousin to Kyle Indari. But we can discuss my family history another time. Might I ask who you two are?"
*** IKV Terror Wing, Imperial Alliance Territory ***
"Many on Qo'nos know you - they long to see your skill. Many of us were asked by the battle masters that, should we encounter you among the stars, to pass on an invitation to the Battle Circle," The Klingon said.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
Markus tenderly kissed Krystal. "Rest, my love - you've done enough today." He looked up at Fay and motioned his head for her to come to him.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"But do you know why he's after the Eternal Fleet?" Kayla asked matter-of-factly.
*** Stormwind City, Azeroth ***
"I wanna see the Darven District!" John proclaimed with the typical excitement of a child. Lian chuckled.
"I think he means the Dwarven District," she explained.
*** Mongdrigo ***
Malgus nodded to Coburn, returning the salute, and started for the tower. "Curious..." Ahsoka said aloud. "Not at all like the Darth Malgus I had been taught about."
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
"A mercenary, huh?" Roc said just as they hit orbit. "If that's the case, maybe you'd like to take some jobs from the Dragon Federation. We offer solid contracts, and the pay is good, though I don't know how it compares to what you get from the DMC and NCC... who are the NCC, anyway?"
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"If you had a run-in with Zaarin's forces, then you and I have at least one thing in common," Vokun sighed. "Zaarin's Empire has been a thorn in our side ever since our last war with him."
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spaceport ***
Michen might be surprised to see the comm-badge floating up back into his reach. Mathayus was in the pilot's seat, hand extended, telekinetically manipulating the device back to Michen, a curious smile on his face.
*** IKV Furiam, En Route to Unspecified Location ***
Vitani's ship dropped cloak just long enough to make the Transwarp Jump to an unspecified location. Standard practice for her, derived from the Cole Protocol created during the Human-Covenant War. While she looked over the data, she became more and more interested. Big brother had been busy. She still didn't have a location fox on him, but she hoped her next destination would remedy that.
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Imperial Alliance Territory ***
"I will consider it, but my work has had me busy as of late, As I am the only one of few who can get into ancient sith burial sites without the force driving me mad." Nari explained. "But I think you will find that my many years of anti-lightsaber combat and experince makes me a deadly warrior with melee weapons."
*** UACS Iron Regent, Vjun Orbit ***
"What do you need sir?" Fay asked as she came to the tigers side.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"No. And that is what bothers me."
*** Stormwind City, Azeroth ***
"I'm not new to younglings, Pandarien, and Ii mean no dishonor, but I can understand him." Sairana giggled leading the way to the Dwarven district.
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
As long as it does not align me against either of the factions I will look into it "As far as I understand the NCC or New Cerinia Command is all that is left of the Cerinians, after their planet was made uninhabitable, it was started as a sister Faction to the DMC their main base is New Cerinia the Moon of Dragon'taan..."
*** Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
"How are Repairs coming along?" the captain Asked, as she check up with her cheif medical officer who was attempting to find a cure for the mysterious Virus that had infected her male Crew, confident that the Saboteur, was in federation custody by now.
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***UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit***
Anatoly rushed over and into the bathroom and started to take off his gear and fix his clothing underneath. He looked at the mirror and examined his body to check for any weird alien parasite or other things he could've gotten as he drifted through space. He has a fairly well-being physique for a somewhat malnourished guy in his late sixties. He walked out the bathroom and sighed as he carried the EVA suit behind him before he sat back down and pushed the suit off to the side
Post Merge: January 30, 2019, 04:44:42 AM
Name: QSRR-Mod. Red
Gender: Male
Species: Robot (Modelled after a Rabbit)
Height: 5'10
Age:40
Info/Bio: A byproduct of a long failed attempt at saving a village infected by a deadly disease Red scours the universe to find a new purpose and goes through many repurposments and eventually finds himself as an amateur bounty hunter
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*Mongdrigo*
“Perhaps,” Coburn wondered. “The Sith aren’t as bad as you think.”
*Mongdrigo, The Tower*
The Handmaiden, even since she murdered Great Leader, still stayed with the Tower. Cleaning, organizing, and removing the self-portraits of Great Leader. She was, as always, indifferent to the blubbery raccoon’s death, and to the reign of the reformed Sith Lord.
It would all come to pass.
Malgus would find the Handmaiden simply organizing a rather impressive library.
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*** Cell Block D-2, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
"Captain Everson, from ONI. This is Kozik, my squadmate." Blaine said, Kozik responding with a silent wave. The bear lit the half burnt up cigarette, took two long drags and stamped it out before putting his helmet back on.
"So what are you doing shadowing a prison on Belsavis? The warden is pretty pissed about it." Kozik said, leaning back against the concrete wall.
"Good question." Blaine added, looking to K'tath.
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*** Cell Block D-2, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
"Yes, the Warden has every reason to be pissed off; the White Maw have been terrorizing everyone here," K'Tath responded. "But seeing as the White Maw are after the same thing I am on Belsavis, they will be dealt with. Why? Simply put: They're in my way. And the White Maw were, I imagine, why you two were called here. So, in that respect, our goals are in alignment."
"If you want to secure what you need, you may want to get moving," K'Tath's contact said. "The White Maw's leader here is a ruthless man, and will stop at nothing to get off-world."
*** Mongdrigo ***
Malgus walked into the library, looking around for the handmaiden with the datapad in hand.
"Malgus and his Sith, sure," Ahsoka stated. "Growing up, I was taught differently of the Sith."
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"Feeling better?" Natalie asked. Nikita stood conversing with one of his crewmen.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Imperial Alliance Territory ***
"Indeed, and that is why many are sure you'd make a formidable opponent in the Battle Circle," the Klingon said.
*** UACS Iron Regent, En Route to New Cerinia ***
"Krystal said you had a plan for caring for Malcom?" Markus said quietly, so as not to disturb his wife's rest.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Near as I can tell, his motives are part vendetta, part promise," Kayla explained.
*** Stormwind City, Azeroth ***
"It's Pandaren," Lian corrected Sairana, leading John to follow her.
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
"Cerinia was made uninhabitable? How? Pollution?" Roc asked as he made the jump calculations.
*** Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
An attempt would be made to beam the Kzinti interloper to a separate brig, for later interrogation.
*** IKV Furiam, En Route to Corellia ***
She had her heading. Vitani ordered the course set for Corellia as soon as they secured from transwarp in an uninhabited area. The nearby moon's gravitational field would obscure the Furiam's transwarp signature when she left the area, so she was reasonably certain she wouldn't be followed.
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*Mongdrigo, The Tower*
The Handmaiden had known of Malgus's presence long before he found her, and after a few moments made herself known.
"Lord Malgus." She bowed low before him, her organic-looking hood draping across her shoulder. "I am here to serve."
*Mongdrigo*
Coburn shrugged. "Have you had a peaceful conversation with these Sith? You'd be surprised what two opposites agree on."
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*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"Sir, we're being hailed by a recently arrived ship calling itself the NCC Cloud runner 2 the ship appears to be of an X-wing class fighter, new republic t-70 or 85..." said one of the helmen aboard the UNSC vessel.
** IKV Terror Wing, Imperial Alliance Territory ***
"I'm honored." Nari replied, stepping away from the klingon to ignite her psionic sword as she went through some 'training' exercises which would almost appear similar to Klingon styles with their own sword weapons.
Flier sat in the engineering section, relaxing against a panel...
*** UACS Iron Regent, En Route to New Cerinia ***
"No your wife had the plans she informed me..." Fay corrected. "given the simularties between Krystal and her Clone C-rystal we figured that if needed she can care for Malcom..." Fay explained "KRystal also has many other things prepared for Malcom." she added.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Great that's just what I needed, and I have no way to track him on this rock currently considering my Boyfriend took my ship to Dragon'taan." Lupe grumbled.
*** Stormwind City, Azeroth ***
"Depends on how you look at it." Sairana replied to Lian still leading the way.
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
"I don't remember, exactly I'm just a sort of clone... I never was there." Alex replied.
*** Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The Feline like Kzinti, would refuse to answer questions and any attempts to contact his goverment, would result in them denying any guilt on their part and that he was part of a rouge group, even though that in itself was a lie and the whole thing was planned and sponsored by the Kzinti to gain power in their sector, but they would make no indication of that, nor would they admit it.
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*** Cell Block D-2, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
"So, should we head to the admin building?" Blaine asked, unholstering his rifle. Kozik stood a few feet away, keeping guard for anymore uninvited participants.
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*** Cell Block D-2, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
"We probably should, if only to assure the Warden that, while I may be an intruder, I am not--" K'Tath started.
It was then that the Warden attempted radio contact: "Warden Graal to Away Team - I have been watching through the cameras, and while I am relieved our visitor is not hostile, we need all three of you back here ASAP - I have a fix on the White Maw's destination."
*** Mongdrigo, The Tower ***
Malgus respectfully bowed to the Handmaiden. "I came across information of a creature that was encountered in a Crystal Cave some ways from here, and was told you might know what it is," he told her.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"That's just it - my interactions with Sith were never pleasant - every time, they tried to kill me," Ahsoka said. "Malgus is the first Sith I've met to be so... calm and collected."
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"Affirmative - I'm on my way up," Nikita responded, and nodded to Anatoly and Natalie before heading for the bridge of his vessel.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Imperial Alliance Territory ***
"Captain, we are approaching the destination," proclaimed the helmsman.
"Is our contact waiting?" Rhea asked.
"Yes, mistress," came the response. Rhea looked to Fayam. "Did Durok give you any special instructions on what to tell our contact when we got here?"
*** UACS Iron Regent, En Route to New Cerinia ***
"Can you do a thorough check-up on him, make sure he's a healthy baby?" Markus asked.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Dragon'taan?" Kayla asked. "Oh, the home world of the Dragon-Shifters? Why did your boyfriend go there?"
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
"Hnh," Roc grunted as the ship went to Translight Speed. "I've been in Dragon space for most of my life, so I know little of what went on in the recent and distant histories of the various factions of the galaxy. Can you at least tell me what history says happened to Cerinia?"
*** Near Utopia Planitia Shipyards ***
The Starfleet Personnel decided the interrogation of the Kzinti was a waste of time, and since he was clearly disavowed by his government, they wondered what to do with him - take him into custody, and transfer him to a penal facility, or hand him over to NCC custody so they could do what they felt they needed with him?
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*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
" This is the Cloud runner 2, requesting to dock with your ship and if possible speak to the cosmonaut onboard your ship, I just want to help." The Blue Vixen in the picture of the communication said.
*** UACS Iron Regent, En Route to New Cerinia ***
"I uhh did that before I handed him to Krystal, Sir." Fay replied.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"I am A dragon shifter..." Said a low voice as a anthro Blue Dragon stepped into the room. "Welcome to my home I suppose your a friend of my Wolfie?"
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
"Cerinia was glassed by the Necromyans just before the onset of the Marauder War, according to what I can find off hand." Alex replied
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*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
Anatoly watched in disbelief as he walked off before scoffing and going back to eat his food
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*** Cell Block D-2, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
"Guess we're going to the Warden first. Today is just getting easier by the minute." Blaine said, slinging his rifle over his shoulder. He turned to Kozik, who nodded before moving back the way they entered.
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*** Corneria Orbit ***
"Ships from the Klingon Empire, the Romulan Republic, and the Eternal Alliance - and I'm just as surprised they're here as you are," Travis told Bios. "Especially the ships from the Eternal Alliance."
*** Corneria Surface ***
[WF-1]
Their last target would be on one of the Enclave sublevels, heading to the deepest recesses to retrieve the artifact. It must be secured.
[WF-4]
The Sith Covenant forces would not give up. They regrouped deeper in the city and were digging in.
[WF-8]
While they were heading down, Havoc Squad was already securing the bottom-most level, looking for any sign of the Artifact. "Major Jorgan to Command - what am I looking for?" requested the bald Cathar.
"Something bearing the mark of the Eternal Fleet - you'll know it when you see it, because it wouldn't belong on Corneria in the slightest," came the response.
[WF-14]
All additional personnel were beamed down - the refugees arrived on Drop Ships. The medical personnel would have their work cut out for them.
(Corneria Orbit)
Bios looks at Travis. "Why would that be? I've never really heard of these groups anyway..."
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
The group quickly make their way down the Enclave, meeting up with WF-8 on the way, minus the dutchie. They hurry down to where the last target should be.
[WF-4]
Kona talks to the squad leader they had met with. "Is that all? or have you heard of more trapped in the city?" They would be able to see that she seems pretty eager to get out.
[WF-8]
Entrusting the Dutchie to the care of the medics, they move down the enclave to capture the artifact, meeting up with WF-1 on the way, both squads working together to get down to the bottom quickly.
[WF-14]
The squad, along with the others, did their best to aid the civilians and help each other.
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*** Corneria Orbit ***
"The Eternal Alliance is officially neutral in the war against the Sith Covenant - which makes me wonder why they're here...?" Travis commented.
"If they were neutral, the Eternal Alliance wouldn't be here if this place didn't have something they were after," Skye suggested.
*** Corneria Surface ***
[WF-1]
The last target would reach the lowest level, and be forced to contend with a contingent of Eternal Alliance Marines supported by the famed Havoc Squad. Needless to say, he was forced to make a tactical retreat, oblivious to the other team heading in his direction.
[WF-4]
"That's the last of them! We got most of the civvies out the night prior to this invasion! Only thing remaining now is to push the Sith Covenant off Corneria!" the lead NCO responded. Just as he said this, a renewed Sith Covenant attack started with a plasma explosion that would have come from a Wraith Hover-Tank.
"INCOMING!!!" shouted one of the Cornerian Resistance soldiers.
[WF-8]
"Jorgan to Command - artifact's not here. Local and Sith Records indicate the artifact is on Belsavis. What they had here was a data device that gave them the info, which has since been destroyed. Cornerian government thought it was best not to pursue it," reported the bald Cathar.
"Understood. Make your way topside; assist local forces in eliminating the Sith Covenant, then signal when you're ready for transport. We make for Belsavis as soon as you're done down there," Luro commanded.
"Understood, Commander. Jorgan out," Aric replied. He picked up his rifle. "Alright, gents - you heard the commander! Let's move!" The Eternal Alliance Marines and Havoc Squad then made for the surface - straight for the team pursuing the Sith target.
[WF-14]
{Leaving this alone for now. Feel free to add your own spin to what happens here, within reason.}
*** Prison Administration Sector, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
K'Tath would follow Blaine and Kozik all the way to the Administration building, where Graal greeted them. "Good, you made it. I'm relieved to know our interloper isn't working with the White Maw, though I am concerned how you were able to land here undetected."
"Some explanations are best kept for later," K'Tath said.
"Agreed," Graal sighed, standing up from his desk. "Which brings me to my next point..." he looked to Blaine and Kozik. "We've figured out where the White Maw are headed - they're after something in one of the Vaults here on Belsavis - which we already knew - but we've located which vault." He hit a button, and a hologram map of Belsavis came up. One specific location, deep in Belsavis, was marked. "This is the Vault they're after. I don't much care what is in there, I want you to make sure they never get it. If you can off their leader, the others will descend into infighting. Any questions?"
"What I am after is in that vault," K'Tath said. "And I am not leaving here without it. Better it be in my hands, than risk it falling into the hands of another overambitious inmate with a lot of friends."
Graal nodded. "A valid point." He looked to Blaine and Kozik. "Any objections?"
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"Affirmative, Cloud Runner, you are free to land in Hangar Bay Four," Nikita responded. "The cosmonaut is in the mess hall, last I checked."
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"More like a recent acquaintance," Kayla responded. "Kinda had a run-in with... well..."
*** UACS Iron Regent, En Route to New Cerinia ***
"Anything I need to know about?" Markus asked as Malcom started to squirm a bit.
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Roc said as he sat back in his seat. He hummed in thought.
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***DICEF***
"I know nothing about Zaarin. All I know is that's the owner of the Space Station I blew up. Your structures are weak. I warped out of the hangar." he sighed. "Computer. Construct habitation modules. Allow General Sulyek access to the landing pad. If he wants, the Inquisitor can land." the captain of the Leaf walked over to Nova. "Commander Nova. It's nice to see you again. The Leaf has extra supplies that you are unable to harvest in this sector." "Thank you Captain Khalif. This is General Sulyek. He is from the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps. The base sent a data packet about the Dragon'taan to home sector. It should show up soon in the Draycon Database." he appeared to be thinking about something. "Computer. Allow General Sulyek access to the Draycon Database." "Security Code Required" Nova gave the code in the Draycon language, turning off his translator.
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*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"Affirmative I'll be with you within a few minutes" The blue eyed blue vixen replied.
Within minutes she landed her X-wing in the fourth docking bay and was on her way to the mess hall...
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Getting yourself into more of a mess, again?"
"Kinda hard not to here on this dusty world." Lupe replied.
*** UACS Iron Regent, En Route to New Cerinia ***
Fay notice Malcom and quickly went to a nearby small fridge and grabbed a bottel of white liquid out of it and handed it to Markus "In the event that no one is around to help feed him Krystal has prepared some of this." Fay explained...
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm only Half Cerinian, so..." Alex said with a shrug.
***Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge***
"Well I just got the news, you've got a little brother now..." Kayle said to Saraabi as he stared out into the stars....
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Imperial Alliance Territory ***
"If you want, I can let you remote-pilot your ship from here," Rhea offered.
One of the Klingons approached Nari. "You must be the Jedi Hunter of the DMC," he said to her. "Nari."
*** New Romulus ***
Temer and his XO remained quiet as they listened to what Anna had to say.
*Terror Wing*
Fayam shook his hand. "Not needed. It can auto-pilot itself this way. Besides, the technologies might not be compatible... As is moore often than not the case. Might want to wait until we arrive anyway."
*New Romulus*
Anna went on. "Not only this, it will also be equipped with the latest 'SAI', which will lift a lot of work from the crew's hands. They are mainly there to perform tasks SAI cannot do, such as engineering and medical attention." Koman interrupted. "What if it turns rogue?" "The manual override will be a mere button-press away, causing it to shut down alogether. Now, I realise it would be more suited to keep this speech in front of the whole crew, but there are some things that only apply to you. For example, I will arrange an upgrade of our current ground transport. Additionally, you can expect some royal promotions. Besides, we haven't been introduced to Temer and his XO quite completely yet. Temer, if you would be so kind, give us your full name, reason for joining the crew and some background information on you and your team. Your XO can then introduce themselves afterwards."
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*Mongdrigo, The Tower*
The Handmaiden stood up, her head tilted. "What do you mean, Lord? I am but a simple handmaiden, I know not much of the outside world." There was a tone in her voice, an almost mocking tone. Her eyes narrowed slightly, and her body shifted.
*Mongdrigo*
Coburn took a seat on a nearby cargo crate. "Huh. Why would that be? Was it a time of war? 'Cause, trying to peacefully negotiate while your armies are slaughtering each other is eh...dubious, to say the least."
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*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit***
Anatoly sat silently whilst eating before hearing brisk steps coming towards the mess hall "I feel like this is about to get much more interesting"
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*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit***
"IF you consider a blue fox interesting, maybe." Kari (https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/starfox_galaxies/imageproxy.php?url=http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk34/Vixen2005/Krystal/krys.png) spoke up "Sorry if I startled you..." (ignore the grenade in the image she doesn't have one, it's just part of the orginal image before it was edited.)
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~ Dragon'taan, Orbit Space Station ~
Michen didn't believe his eyes when he saw the badge float up in front of him. Quite frankly, he had never seen something like that before. After a moment of wonder, Michen grabbed the badge with his mouth again, still not sure how the fox-guy did that. That Michen knew Star Wars was a thing, didn't mean he really understood what powers the Jedi had.
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*** Prison Administration Sector, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
"None at all, actually." Blaine replied, adjusting his legs as he sat in one of the chairs opposite Graals' desk. His helmet rocked back and forth in his lap, the visor showing wear and tear from weeks of combat.
Kozik stood outside the office, smoking a cigarette as he took the spare time to check his loadout. "No Kozik, no vacation time planetside for you. You had to volunteer for some spook mission across the stars." He mumbled sarcastically to himself.
"So, this Vault? How are we exactly going to...well, how do we get there? Seems this planet isn't kind to hikers." Blaine asked, brushing back his now longer and shaggier hair.
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*** Prison Administration Sector, Minimum Security Wing, Belsavis ***
"If you heard my conversation with my contact, you would know," K'Tath said. Looking to Graal, he added, "She was working the vault that White Maw are headed to before she disappeared; stands to reason that as a member of this prison's staff, she reported to you; where is her office?"
Graal keyed in a few commands to his desk computer, and Blaine's HUD would update. "I've uploaded the location of her office. Go there, see what you find. Sooner you off the White Maw, sooner we can all breathe easy."
K'Tath nodded, returned his mask to his face, and turned to leave, motioning for Blaine to follow. "You have the location; take point. If you don't see me behind you, don't worry; I'm keeping up. I'll be in contact via radio." K'Tath then cloaked, and scrambled up a nearby wall, scaling it and running along the top, but kept an eye on Blaine's position.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Mathayus piloted the craft out of the hangar and turned to head planetside. "So..." Mathayus said in an effort to make conversation, "... Crowley said you were attacked. Might I ask by whom?"
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
Nikita arrived not long after. "I'm a bit surprised an agent of the DMC is here. Might I ask what this visit is for?"
*** Mongdrigo, the Tower ***
Malgus inhaled, then described what he had learned from the datapad, in hopes that the Handmaiden might know the creature described within.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Yes, actually, it was a time of war - the Clone Wars. But the hostility between the old Jedi Order and the Sith goes back much farther than that, millennia before my time," Ahsoka explained. "I read about Malgus during my Jedi training; the Malgus you serve... is not what he was made out to be in the historical texts. If that Malgus really is Darth Malgus... then that would mean you're living with a Sith Lord nearly four thousand years old. Did he ever tell you how he got here?"
*** IKV Terror Wing, Approaching designated AO ***
Rhea looked to Fayam. "Did Durok give you any special instructions on what to tell our contact when we got here?"
(Fayam didn't answer that question.)
"I was Commander Temer Dor, until I found myself and my crew out of work when it was revealed to us that our superior officer was a Tal Shiar Toady. We just need some work, something to keep us busy. I'm sure you know well, a soldier without a mission gets bored very easily, and that can lead to some unfortunate troubles. That's the 'why' of why we joined you - we're out of work. We don't have the money at present to commission out own starship, and we aren't ready to lay our weapons aside. The crew is a well-rounded gathering of soldiers - Marines and Naval Personnel, from all departments. You understand, when our original commander turned out to be a Tal Shiar Toady, we had to rise against him. But the Tal Shiar destroyed our ship, hence why we're looking for work." He bumped his XO, who then spoke:
"I am Subcommander Takvi Dor. I was originally the chief of Security, but I was promoted by Temer after he was promoted by High Command following the defection of our commander. We... took care of him, which is why our ship was destroyed. Brother and I look to gain enough money to commission our own starship, and we both agreed that mercenary work was the best route to go."
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"That's actually... kinda... my fault..." Kayla said shyly.
*** UACS Iron Regent, En Route to New Cerinia ***
Markus accepted the bottle and began feeding Malcolm. "He looks so much like his mother..." he commented quietly.
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Approaching DF Outpost ***
"Half-Cerinian? What's the other half of you?" Roc asked.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
"Oh, mom gave birth today, did she? What'd she and dad name the baby?" Saraabi inquired.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"If you want, I can have a Marauder Corps battle fleet watch over this world until you can get ships into orbit," Vokun offered. "We on Dragon'taan are nothing if not hospitable. And it might come in handy if Zaarin's boys find out you're here. Just... be careful around the Sith Tombs here on Dromund Kaas. If the tomb traps don't get you, the Dark Side energies will. But, if you do get into them, the DMC is happy to pay for anything of value you might find in there."
*** Corneria Orbit ***
In a completely unexpected turn, yet another fleet arrived, consisting of two Retribution-class Battleships (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/07/d3/c3/07d3c3f9158bbf27963e9f2afacee703.png), four Vengeance-class Grand Cruisers (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/cb/c6/29/cbc629c01d7540d2c158f4ea65e4c26f.jpg), six Space Marine Strike Cruisers (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/warhammer40k/images/d/d5/Strike_Cruiser.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20110420045302), and a Space Marine Battle Barge (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/warhammer40k/images/8/8d/ImperialFistsBattleBarge.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20130918080231), all of whom showed extensive modifications and tech that was not standard of their 'verse - Omni-directional Torpedo Launchers, Beam weapon banks, Plasma Turrets, Onager MACs, and Missile Pods. All of them had a logo of an eagle similar to the Romulan Empire, but instead of clutching two orbs, this eagle logo clutched two swords.
Upon being secure from FTL speed, the lead ship sent out a open-comm message:
"Attention, Cornerian Defense and Resistance Forces - this is Admiral Ducain of the Imperium 601st Regiment - we are answering your call. If you can hear us on the channel, please acknowledge this transmission."
What was even stranger was the response: "Copy, 601, this is General Peppy - about time. Our friends in orbit beat you here, but there's still plenty of Sith Covenant left for you to raise hell with. Enemy forces have pulled back to a command center in our Military Commanc Building. Allied forces are taking the government center; recommend you hit the Military Center, cut off their escape. Did you bring your Tau friends?"
"Affirmative - them and the Space Marines were eager to pitch in. We brought the whole party. See you planetside." Moments later, drop ships began launching from all ships, and heading down to the surface.
"If the Sith Covvies weren't screwed before... they're definitely screwed now," Travis commented
*** Corneria Surface ***
If anyone were listening to the radio transmissions of the Sith Covenant forces, they would catch chatter as it tripled into a jumbled mess as the newcomers dropped in and immediately engaged the Sith Covenant forces with lasers, Bolters, Plasma, and all manner of weapons. Predator Tanks, Leman Russ tanks, Sentinel Walkers, and a pair of Baneblades were also brought in. One would wonder just where these forces came from - but one would immediately see the Cornerians had summoned them, as Cornerian forces across the city came out and fought alongside them.
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*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"It's more of a personal matter." Kari noted "I'm interested in what he knows of his world mainly for knowledge purposes, but as I said it's more of a personal nature and I just happen to be in the area after speaking with Lord hood." the blue vixen added. "So I assume your from the soviet Union then, Cosmonaut? She asked "Forgive me i'm a little excited to hear about what you can tell me my name is Kari.."
*** IKV Terror Wing, Approaching designated AO ***
Flier began to whine about something "Are we there , yet?' she whined
Nari was sitting in a meditation position oddly like the Jedi she hunted...
** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Something I learned quickly when I met Lupe she gets into a lot of messes... metaphorically and physcally." The Dragon responded, no anger or any other emotion besides calmness and caring in his voice.
"And what about you?" Lupe teased, the dragon...
*** UACS Iron Regent, En Route to New Cerinia ***
"Funny Krystal said he reminded her of you." Serena said showing up on one of the tables "Sorry about the delay the Iron Regent is a bit bigger than the Aurora."
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, Approaching DF Outpost ***
"Ferinian, A race of telepathic wolves similar to Cerinians, their planet may have met the same faith considering we only know of three Ferinians as of now, there may be a few more on New Cerinia though." Alex replied.
** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
"Malcom from what I see and it was your father who did the naming, from what I understand from Krystal..." Kayle replied.
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*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"Wh-What's happening?" Anatoly said in his "weak old guy" voice that he was going to use to hopefully make Kari lose some interest in his knowledge since he couldn't bring himself to say that he doesn't remember a lot about what happened before he passed through the work hole "d-did you say... I'm sorry I didn't hear you..." He brought a shaky hand up to his ear before actually looking up at her and squinting a little 'Wha- Who-... Really! Who the hell is this?! Who the hell is Lord Hood!? Damnit! Hopefully her bothering me doesn't devolve into pulling me into some stupid journey.' he thought as his eyes wandered examining her before he looked past her and looked for something that he could use to distract her
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*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"Wh-What's happening?" Anatoly said in his "weak old guy" voice that he was going to use to hopefully make Kari lose some interest in his knowledge since he couldn't bring himself to say that he doesn't remember a lot about what happened before he passed through the work hole "d-did you say... I'm sorry I didn't hear you..." He brought a shaky hand up to his ear before actually looking up at her and squinting a little 'Wha- Who-... Really! Who the hell is this?! Who the hell is Lord Hood!? Damnit! Hopefully her bothering me doesn't devolve into pulling me into some stupid journey.' he thought as his eyes wandered examining her before he looked past her and looked for something that he could use to distract her
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
Kari shook her head. "You can cut the act, sir... I'm a telepath I can see through your lie, this is not an interrogation, if you honestly don't know anything, just say so."
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*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"Look, I'm not interested in the prospects you have to offer. All you need to know is that you are correct in your assumption that I'm from the USSR. Other than that I don't have anything that I can offer except 'I was on a mission, Got sucked through a wormhole and popped out the other side in some weird futuristic nightmare hellhole full of impossibly advanced technology, Multiple races of Aliens and now a telepath who can read what I'm thinking... I'm sorry but even if I'm not senile I can say that this is an overwhelming experience."
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*Mongdrigo, The Tower*
The Handmaiden, leering at Malgus, digested what the Sith Lord told her.
"It sounds, Lord, that those that once ruled this planet have a mind to keep it secret. Perhaps preparing for an invasion is a sound plan? The Elders with the Bugmen may know what it is exactly." She relaxed, straightening her robes. "I apologize for my attitude. Great Leader, though fear me he did, often beat his staff. I would not stand that again."
*Mongdrigo*
Coburn shook his head. "Not that I can remember. Garrus is his right paw, he's closest with Lord Malgus. Though, when I saw him last, the old geezer seemed to be on his way out."
*Sanghelios*
There was a sudden burst of radio transmission from the refugee camp. It sounded briefly like a garbled cry for help. Then, nothing.
At the refugee campsite, there would be nothing but crater about ten feet deep, encompassing the camp's entire area. The edges of the crater were marked with a strange plasma scoring. There was no wreckage, no blood, and no witnesses.
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*Terror Wing*
Fayam added, "Before I forget, if they ask anything, just say we were 'delayed'." He emphasised "delayed' by making quotation marks with his fingers.
*New Romulus*
Anna listened carefully, then commented, "A simple yet interesting story. However, I hope you don't see this as something temporary. It's nothing personal, though; despite the contract stating you'll have at least one year of service, I cannot force anything on you afterwards. As for our story, we were basically just a cargo flier until we -accidentally- crossed paths with the Tal Shiar. Especially after we blew their plans, they became pissed at us and now we're dealing with thier forces- hence, the new ship. Speaking of which, I was thinking of checking up on it. It has been a couple of days since we last placed the order, at least."
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~ Dragon'taan, heading to planet ~
Michen was gently chewing on the badge as the fox spoke to him. With that item in his mouth, how was he supposed to answer this question? There didn't seem to be a direct way to do so without dropping the badge, so Michen sat there, seeming confused on how to deal with this situation.
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*** Corneria Orbit ***
"The Eternal Alliance is officially neutral in the war against the Sith Covenant - which makes me wonder why they're here...?" Travis commented.
"If they were neutral, the Eternal Alliance wouldn't be here if this place didn't have something they were after," Skye suggested.
*** Corneria Surface ***
[WF-1]
The last target would reach the lowest level, and be forced to contend with a contingent of Eternal Alliance Marines supported by the famed Havoc Squad. Needless to say, he was forced to make a tactical retreat, oblivious to the other team heading in his direction.
[WF-4]
"That's the last of them! We got most of the civvies out the night prior to this invasion! Only thing remaining now is to push the Sith Covenant off Corneria!" the lead NCO responded. Just as he said this, a renewed Sith Covenant attack started with a plasma explosion that would have come from a Wraith Hover-Tank.
"INCOMING!!!" shouted one of the Cornerian Resistance soldiers.
[WF-8]
"Jorgan to Command - artifact's not here. Local and Sith Records indicate the artifact is on Belsavis. What they had here was a data device that gave them the info, which has since been destroyed. Cornerian government thought it was best not to pursue it," reported the bald Cathar.
"Understood. Make your way topside; assist local forces in eliminating the Sith Covenant, then signal when you're ready for transport. We make for Belsavis as soon as you're done down there," Luro commanded.
"Understood, Commander. Jorgan out," Aric replied. He picked up his rifle. "Alright, gents - you heard the commander! Let's move!" The Eternal Alliance Marines and Havoc Squad then made for the surface - straight for the team pursuing the Sith target.
[WF-14]
{Leaving this alone for now. Feel free to add your own spin to what happens here, within reason.}
(Corneria Orbit)
Bios listens silently, his face a bit puzzled.
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
The squad, along with WF-8, were surprised to see their target running at them, but they fired, using their sonic mines to try and blow him sky high.
[WF-4]
The squad took cover and starting firing at the tank, Kona lobbing a grenade that landed behind the tank.
[WF-8]
The squad applied their strength to take down WF-1's target, and seeing the other squads, moved to them, curious.
[WF-14]
The squad worked with the medics as best as they could, pleased with themselves and 4.
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***DICEF***
Nova stuck a claw in his mouth and started biting it. "We have our own ships, but none of them are as fast as the ships you see here. I would be grateful for your help, but I assume the Dragon'taan have their own worlds to protect. We can set up orbital defense, if I can get the plans, I can start construction of an orbital ring." He stuck out his tongue while thinking, "I have an artifact, we recently found it. I believe that it's a powercore. I'd be willing to give it to you for no cost, under the condition that we start a trade route between here, and the Dragon'taan...colonies? I'm sorry. The Draycon are new to this galaxy. We don't know about much of what goes on. Hyperspace destroys the mind if you're in it for long durations."
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Oh, we have our own worlds to protect, yes - but more than enough ships. I, myself, have a few directly under my command, and it wouldn't be any trouble to send them here. Think of it as us trying to foster good relations with newcomers to this Galaxy," Vokun explained. When Nova mentioned the power core and the proposal, he said, "I don't mind that, but setting up the trade route is not my department - that's left to Dragon'taan's Foreign Trade Department. I can send a representative here, if that helps. However... can I see the power core? Where did you get it?"
*** IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit ***
"So... these newcomers are allied with the CDF," Travis commented, sitting back in his chair.
"Can't say I saw that coming," Skye said. "Those ships are from the Imperium of Man. Heavily modified, it seems, but their origin is clear. What's the Imperium's interest here?"
"If they're helping the CDF fight off the Sith Covenant, maybe we should ask them," Travis suggested.
*** Corneria Surface ***
Various units from this "601st Regiment" spread out into the capital, but the bulk of the forces headed for the Military Command Building.
[WF-1]
The Sith was nailed and blown high enough that he impacted with the ceiling and dropped to the floor dead.
[WF-4]
The grenade would do absolutely nothing to the tank; however, a Tau Hammerhead Hover-tank, arriving on the scene, would train the big gun on the Wraith and decimate it in a single shot. A combined unit of Imperial Guardsmen, Space Marines and Tau Fire Warriors would advance on the Sith Covenant forces, with the Hammerhead providing cover fire. Not long after, a pair of Leman Russ Battle Tanks arrived, and began firing Bolters at the Sith Covvies, who now found themselves surrounded and pounded.
[WF-8]
Jorgan approached the allied squads. "Color me impressed - that's the first time I've seen one of your kind nail a Sith like that. You here to liberate Corneria?"
[WF-14]
The CMO of the site looked a little worried, but more relieved than before. He happened to be next to Phire when he got news from orbit. Looking to him, the CMO asked, "You ever hear of an Imperium 601st Regiment?"
*** Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus chuckled. "Right. Kinda hard to speak with a comm-badge in your mouth. Probably should have considered that before I spoke, huh?" Just as he asked that, the ship broke atmosphere and the capital city was visible.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Unspecified AO ***
Rhea curled her lips and nodded. "Simple enough," she said. The Terror Wing dropped out of warp, to a refurbished Venator-class Star Destroyer.
"Captain, the contact ship is hailing," the Comms officer reported. Rhea nodded, and the main viewscreen switched to that of a blue-skinned Twi'lek.
"About time you got here," she said, "I was about to leave. What kept you?"
"We were delayed," Rhea responded.
"I'm tempted to ask by what, but then, maybe I don't want to know. You have the cargo?" the Twi'lek asked.
"Affirmative - lower your shields, and I'll transport it aboard," Rhea requested. The Twi'lek nodded to one of her crewmen.
"Captain, the contact's shields are lowering," Tactical reported.
"Transport the cargo to the ship," Rhea commanded.
*** New Romulus ***
"Who did you place the order with, if I may ask?" Temer asked.
*** Mongdrigo, The Tower ***
"Understandable," Malgus said. "But I do not abuse my staff in such a way. Not anymore. I may be a Sith, but I like to think I am a reformed Sith. But I thank you for your wisdom. Is there anyone you can think of that I should speak to next?"
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Getting up there in years, huh?" Ahsoka asked. "How old is he, exactly?"
*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"He's got a point," Nikita commented. "Let the man unwind a little."
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"So now that your boyfriend is here, what now?" Kayla asked.
*** UACS Iron Regent, En Route to New Cerinia ***
Markus was silent, feeding his newborn son.
*** Unspecified Location, New Cerinia ***
Gideon slowly opened his eyes and yawned, sitting up to stretch.
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, DF Outpost ***
"Hnh... wonder what it was. But then, maybe I'd rather not know," Roc said as the ship dropped out of FTL speed at an outpost built into an asteroid half the size of Kessel.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
Saraabi paused, then commented, "Funny how you keep in touch with mom more than I do..."
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*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
"I was going to attempt to help him with that." Kari noted, backing off from the Cosmonaut.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
Lupe shrugged in responce "play poker, figure out where you need to be going, I dunno..." Lupe replied "I let you in here to help you, my boyfriend has nothing to do with that, unless you need a dragon for something..." Lupe replied watching her boyfriend walk into the kitchen to begin cooking lunch.
*** UACS Iron Regent, En Route to New Cerinia ***
Krystal slept peacefully on the bed...
*** Unspecified Location, New Cerinia ***
"enjoy your nap?" Asked a young women of mixed speicies, Celina...
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, DF Outpost ***
"I dunno." Alex shrugged.
** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
"I was her second in command... she likes to stay in touch with me, though recently it's more about you, than me." Kayle smirked.
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*Mongdrigo, The Tower*
“The elder Bugmen,” the Handmaiden said. “They know of the creatures before the Mongdrigans. Though, your...powers...may just lead you into trouble. Hide them if you can.”
*Mongdrigo*
Coburn tapped his chin. “Hmm...a hundred? Maybe a hundred and fifty. Poor guy won’t see next winter, I wager.”
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*** IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit ***
"So... these newcomers are allied with the CDF," Travis commented, sitting back in his chair.
"Can't say I saw that coming," Skye said. "Those ships are from the Imperium of Man. Heavily modified, it seems, but their origin is clear. What's the Imperium's interest here?"
"If they're helping the CDF fight off the Sith Covenant, maybe we should ask them," Travis suggested.
*** Corneria Surface ***
Various units from this "601st Regiment" spread out into the capital, but the bulk of the forces headed for the Military Command Building.
[WF-1]
The Sith was nailed and blown high enough that he impacted with the ceiling and dropped to the floor dead.
[WF-4]
The grenade would do absolutely nothing to the tank; however, a Tau Hammerhead Hover-tank, arriving on the scene, would train the big gun on the Wraith and decimate it in a single shot. A combined unit of Imperial Guardsmen, Space Marines and Tau Fire Warriors would advance on the Sith Covenant forces, with the Hammerhead providing cover fire. Not long after, a pair of Leman Russ Battle Tanks arrived, and began firing Bolters at the Sith Covvies, who now found themselves surrounded and pounded.
[WF-8]
Jorgan approached the allied squads. "Color me impressed - that's the first time I've seen one of your kind nail a Sith like that. You here to liberate Corneria?"
[WF-14]
The CMO of the site looked a little worried, but more relieved than before. He happened to be next to Phire when he got news from orbit. Looking to him, the CMO asked, "You ever hear of an Imperium 601st Regiment?"
(Corneria Orbit)
Bios nods. "Couldn't hurt. The Imperium of Men are not unheard of from where we herald, yet none of us have seen one in person, only from clips of our history, back when we were living in an outpost in Imperium space. Then we moved to Wilco's home system a few years later and set up on WFZ, a anthro run Earth, first run by Wilco, now run by his handpicked group of leaders. Then Warfurrs was formed as his military, and..." He drops off, realising he's rambling now. His face turns red from embarrassment and he falls silent.
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
The squad laugh as the Sith ragdolls on the mine, dead. The squad leader picks up the lightsaber, clipping it to his belt, happy that they've done their job. They make their way down to the other allied forces, still joyful and laughing. "Its somewhat an honor for a Eternal Alliance commander to be impressed by a squads use of sonic mines to blow a Sith up." Storm says, nodding to Jorgan in deep respect.
[WF-4]
(I was making a reference as to how the Wraith core can be destroyed by a grenade near it or by riding on the back of it. Sad to see that it doesnt work here. Oh well.)
Kona watches the IoM in awe, the others of the squad doing the same. "It's really them..." She whispers.
[WF-8]
Drone nods. "Yes sir. We were placed on the frontlines, then made our way here."
[WF-14]
Phire nods. "Heard of them? We lived in their space! Granted, it was an outpost, but yeah, We've heard them and revered them as a great army, leading our general to start Warfurrs. Not to compete for best army, no, we'd get our asses kicked by many other armies. No, but for respect of the other armies."
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"Computer. Bring the powercore to us." -Yes commander. The habitation modules have been completed- "Thank you computer." the drone that was carrying the core turned around and dropped it in his hand. "Be careful. It could be unstable." he said, glaring at the drone. "It generates power faster than my system can handle. If this was a full Draycon base, we would be requiring a lot more power and could use this, but I don't want the base to overload." -The Leaf is a trading vessal. Once we set up the trade route, that can be the first ship if that is alright commander. (After this the computer speaks to Nova only) we could also give them designs of our vessels?- "Yes. Once the trade route is setup, we'll send the Leaf."
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*Terror Wing*
Fayam said nothing, but just stared at the blue figure from the side of the bridge.
*New Romulus*
Anna replied, "That? We placed it at the Kuat shipyard, by recommendation of president D'Tan. It would take 'two to three weeks' by their word. I'm sure at least one has passed by now."
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~ Dragon'taan, approaching capital ~
Michen, of course, didn't answer vocally. Instead, he was looking out of the window to look at the city down below. He did react to the question though, as he clearly had a look on his face as if he was thinking "you don't say". Actually, that was indeed what he was thinking.
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***UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit***
"Well." Anatoly said as he stared at his plate "It better be worthwhile" He looked back with squinted eyes
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*** UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit ***
Nikita raised an eyebrow. "I wouldn't advise threatening an agent of the New Cerinia Command," he told Anatoly.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus put the ship down in a vacant landing bay on the edge of the spaceport, and powered the craft down. He was going for his seat belt when he stopped, looking to Michen. "You're not afraid of 'feral' dragons, are you?" he asked, knowing Michen could answer this with a shake or nod of his head.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Unspecified AO ***
The blue-skinned Twi'lek nodded. "Shipment received, payment has been sent. A pleasure doing business with the Klingon Defense Force." The transmission cut off after that, and Rhea breathed a sigh of relief.
"That was not how I envisioned this op going..." She looked to Fayam. "So... where to now, I wonder?"
*** New Romulus ***
"Wait, Kuat? Like, Kuat Drive Yards?" Temer asked. "Are you going to use any of their tech in your ship's construction?"
*** IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit ***
"Keep going," Travis said. "What's your relation with this 601st Regiment? What do you know of them?"
*** Corneria Surface ***
[WF-1]
"Stick around - the Commander might have use for you," Jorgan suggested. "Not everyone can say they ragdolled a Sith like that."
[WF-4]
The IoM Soldiers would look different than standard soldiers - wearing blue armor with red logos of an eagle clutching two swords. And their weapons would be far more powerful than what the IoM had normally - Bolters punching through armor like paper, Lasguns with a beam powerful enough to create an exit wound through Sith or Covenant armor, and Plasma Rifles firing pulses that would put a Jiralhanae down in a single hit. Even the vehicles were vastly upgraded with shields and more powerful munitions.
[WF-8]
"Well, then - let's push the Sith Covenant off this planet," Jorgan said. "Havoc Squad, on me! We take the fight to the enemy!"
[WF-14]
"Well, they just hit orbit and are sending forces here to assist in the liberation. Allied forces are clearing out the Government Enclave, and word has it, Cornerian Resistance and this 601st Regiment are going for the Military Command Center," the CMO told Phire.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Vokun examined the device in his hands. "Strange... I don't recognize this." He looked up at Nova. "Did you get this in an outpost above ground, or somewhere beneath it?"
*** Mongdrigo, The Tower ***
Malgus bowed to the Handmaiden, thanking her for the information, and left in peace.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Sad, but that's life," Ahsoka sighed.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"I, uh... I don't... really... have... anywhere to go," Kayla said nervously. "The only home I ever had was destroyed by raiders just before I met K'Tath."
*** UACS Iron Regent, En Route to New Cerinia ***
While Krystal slept, Markus tended to his son.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
"More about me?" Saraabi asked. "In what way?"
*** Starship Onyxia's Pride, DF Outpost ***
Roc said nothing as a radio line went active. "We have you in our scopes, please identify."
"Starship Onyxia's Pride, requesting access to a landing bay," Roc said.
"Stand by,, Onyxia's Pride," the radio responded.
*** Unspecified Location, New Cerinia ***
"Indeed," Gideon yawned. "First time I actually slept with a woman."
*** IKV Furiam, Corellia Orbit ***
There was no need to come here cloaked, Vitani thought - she was surrounded by the finest ships on Corellia, many of whom were part of the Corellian Defense Force. She docked in orbit and took a transporter down planetside, ready to seek out the contact suggested in the intel files she'd received on Tatooine.
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***DICEF***
"It was just sitting out there. 200km straight line from here." He turned to the vessel he came here in. "Computer. Can you operate independently?" -Yes commander- "Precision warp to where the power core was found. Secure the ar-" One of the laser guided weapons caught sight of the powercore and locked on, alerting the other weapons, which swiveled to the core. "Uh... DICEF Disarm Weapons." each of the weapons powered down one-by-one. The core started floating off his hand and spoke somehow. 'Put this core back where you put it. I am the last of the Alamanac.'
(#subnauticareferences)
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Unspecified AO ***
The blue-skinned Twi'lek nodded. "Shipment received, payment has been sent. A pleasure doing business with the Klingon Defense Force." The transmission cut off after that, and Rhea breathed a sigh of relief.
"That was not how I envisioned this op going..." She looked to Fayam. "So... where to now, I wonder?"
*** New Romulus ***
"Wait, Kuat? Like, Kuat Drive Yards?" Temer asked. "Are you going to use any of their tech in your ship's construction?"
*Terror Wing*
Fayam raised his shoulders. "I don't know... I haven't received any orders from this point onwards. Actually... I think it's best if you rendezvous with Durok now. If you personally let him know you recaptured this ship, I'm sure he'll know my mission was a success and he doesn't have to worry about this anymore."
While he was speaking, his PDA started beeping. He looked and said, "Speaking of ships, the Blowfish has arrived here and now waits for permission to auto-dock."
*New Romulus*
Anna shook her head. "No. I designed the ship following Gaian examples, with Leviathan technology. Regardless, that stuff is worth bragging about, I swear. For example... have you ever seen a black hole reactor?"
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~ Dragon'taan, Capital City ~
Unfortunately, Michen also didn't know how to answer that question. It only made sense. Since he woke up in this time not too long ago, he didn't even know feral dragons existed up until now. Were they anything like the dragons he heard of in stories? Like, big fire breathing flying lizards? Those were scary, and with good reason. Though, not knowing this world all too well, they could also be very different. Like, even if they only breathed ice instead of fire they'd already be much less of a problem. Well, physically at least.
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*Mongdrigo Local Space*
A ship dropped out of hyperspace near Mongdrigo. A titanic vessel, it simply worked as a platform for the ridiculous weapon it carried. The cannon was designed to launch modified drop-pods, but could be loaded with planetary-siege munitions. (See MARZA DREADNOUGHT).
Tyrian Marghulis, captain of the Workhorse, simply passed the planetary landing registration given to him by Great Leader to the moonbase.
*Mongdrigo*
Malgus would get a transmission from the moonbase.
"Lord Malgus, I apologize for the sudden transmission. The Workhorse has returned from its voyage. Captain Marghulis is heading to transport range, with goods I imagine. He has landing clearance from Great Leader, are you going to honor it? I've got him on another channel still."
Coburn shrugged. "Yeah. He's ready to go though. Anyway, since I'm to be your entourage, is there anywhere you'd like to see?"
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***UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit***
"пошёл на хуй (go to hell)" He muttered towards Nikita before motioning towards Kari "I don't even know what the New Cerinia Command is, Nikusha!" He rubbed his brown and mumbled before sighing "Извините (Sorry) Ms. Neon Fox. I'm having a moment." He silently brushed a hand though his hair "What exactly are you offering, malyshka? I don't have much to offer and my mind can only hold so much of the 'blindly futuristic future' information that's I'm being bashed over the head with" He stood up and stretched "I'm going to throw in the towel and ask if there are any elderly homes I can check in to. I don't see the use of understanding all of this when whatever time I have left will strike me down with all of the 'condiments' that come with me pushing 70. I exaggerate it but the 'senile rambling dedushka' isn't far from how it is, It reminds me of that time when my papa lost it and I had to care for him, I always thought 'Damn! I hope Tolyan doesn't become starcheskiy like papa Aleksandr!' and then I get suprised by the fact that I am mirroring my Papa's descent to a tee which would be scary if I wasn't completely conscious of it... *ahem* sorry I lost my train of thought" He scratched his neck before pointing at Kari "My point still stands! I resign myself to you as long as you can hopefully take me to a place I can live out!"
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***UNSC Chaos March, Earth Orbit***
"пошёл на хуй (go to hell)" He muttered towards Nikita before motioning towards Kari "I don't even know what the New Cerinia Command is, Nikusha!" He rubbed his brown and mumbled before sighing "Извините (Sorry) Ms. Neon Fox. I'm having a moment." He silently brushed a hand though his hair "What exactly are you offering, malyshka? I don't have much to offer and my mind can only hold so much of the 'blindly futuristic future' information that's I'm being bashed over the head with" He stood up and stretched "I'm going to throw in the towel and ask if there are any elderly homes I can check in to. I don't see the use of understanding all of this when whatever time I have left will strike me down with all of the 'condiments' that come with me pushing 70. I exaggerate it but the 'senile rambling dedushka' isn't far from how it is, It reminds me of that time when my papa lost it and I had to care for him, I always thought 'Damn! I hope Tolyan doesn't become starcheskiy like papa Aleksandr!' and then I get suprised by the fact that I am mirroring my Papa's descent to a tee which would be scary if I wasn't completely conscious of it... *ahem* sorry I lost my train of thought" He scratched his neck before pointing at Kari "My point still stands! I resign myself to you as long as you can hopefully take me to a place I can live out!"
The blue vixen rubbed her forehead for a minute before speaking."I'm not sure what exactly you prefer, there are thousands of known planets within reach, the question is what sort of setting you really want,Tropical, desert, snowy... take your pick and we can find you a retirment home worth of a King." Kari explained "Or we could take you to one of the many earth like planets..."She added.
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"Tropical sounds nice!" He chuckled and sighed "You can probably get a bit out of me if we do go somewhere nice and sunny"
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*** IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit ***
"Keep going," Travis said. "What's your relation with this 601st Regiment? What do you know of them?"
*** Corneria Surface ***
[WF-1]
"Stick around - the Commander might have use for you," Jorgan suggested. "Not everyone can say they ragdolled a Sith like that."
[WF-4]
The IoM Soldiers would look different than standard soldiers - wearing blue armor with red logos of an eagle clutching two swords. And their weapons would be far more powerful than what the IoM had normally - Bolters punching through armor like paper, Lasguns with a beam powerful enough to create an exit wound through Sith or Covenant armor, and Plasma Rifles firing pulses that would put a Jiralhanae down in a single hit. Even the vehicles were vastly upgraded with shields and more powerful munitions.
[WF-8]
"Well, then - let's push the Sith Covenant off this planet," Jorgan said. "Havoc Squad, on me! We take the fight to the enemy!"
[WF-14]
"Well, they just hit orbit and are sending forces here to assist in the liberation. Allied forces are clearing out the Government Enclave, and word has it, Cornerian Resistance and this 601st Regiment are going for the Military Command Center," the CMO told Phire.
(IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit)
Bios nods and continues. "We... didn't meet the 601st much, only once during our last op in Imperial Airspace. We worked with them to clear Dark Eldar out of a Forge World. They're much more powerful then normal Imperials, and they seem to have more freedom than the others..."
(Corneria)
[WF-1]
Storm nods and the squad follow Jorgan.
[WF-4]
Kona just continues watching in awe as she leads the squad and the resistance group into a dropship, their job done.
[WF-8]
WF-1 and WF-8 are now a JTF until mission completion The squad also follows behind Jorgan, grim smiles on their faces.
[WF-14]
Phire nods. "The least we can do is hold our post here until told otherwise." He responds back.
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*** IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit ***
"So it would seem," Travis remarked.
"Again, if they're helping us, that's gotta be a good thing," Skye said. "If they wanted to harm us, I imagine we'd know by now."
*** Corneria Surface ***
[WF-1]
Jorgan and Havoc Squad would go from room to room in the government enclave, clearing Sith Covenant forces from the halls of the building. Nearly none surrendered, so the result was basically the same - they'd go for weapons, and get shot. Just one room after another, clearing out the enemy presence.
[WF-4]
As the drop ship would lift off, Kona would see deeper into the city as the 601st soldiers wrecked the Sith Covenant soldiers left and right. The enemy simply was not prepared to face them.
[WF-8]
{Basically the same as WF-1}
[WF-14]
"Indeed," the CMO agreed, and returned to tending to the injured and wounded.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Allow him access, but do alert him of the changes that have gone into effect," Malgus responded. "If he has any questions, refer him to me."
"Yes, I'd very much like to see what changes Lord Malgus has brought here," Ahsoka commented.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Just... try not to let my father's appearance unnerve you," Mathayus said. He got into a waiting air speeder, and waited for Michen.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Unspecified AO ***
"Did Durok leave rendezvous coordinates?" Rhea asked. "And how big is the Blowfish? If it's small enough, I might be able to fit it in the Terror Wing's shuttle bay."
*** New Romulus ***
"No, but most Romulan ships these days use Quantum Singularity Reactors, so the tech is not completely unfamiliar," Temer replied.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Vokun was about to speak when his commlink beeped. He grumbled, and answered it: "General Suleyk here."
"General," came the gruff voice of Andronikos Revel, one of Vokun's early colleagues, "We've been recalled to Dragon'taan. There's been an attack."
"An attack?" Vokun repeated. "By whom?"
"High Command didn't say - just that they detonated a nuke on the surface. Everyone's being called back to shore up defenses."
Vokun cursed under his breath. "I'm on my way," he told Revel. Looking to Nova and handing the core back, he said, "You'd best hang on to that for a while, and keep your head down. If someone detonated a nuke on my home planet without being detected beforehand, it stands to reason that they might try the same here if given the chance."
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Unspecified AO ***
"No offense to the captain ,but when do we get off this Klingon piece of metal?" Nari asked "I have work to do."
Flier had fallen asleep in engineering, she wasn't much for doing nothing.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
"Your mother has instructed me to keep her informed of your well being, but on a side note I do actually love you." Kayle admitted.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"I think i have an extra room, if you don't mind staying here." Lupe offered.
"Tropical sounds nice!" He chuckled and sighed "You can probably get a bit out of me if we do go somewhere nice and sunny"
"Do we have any tropical planets nearby?" Kari asked.
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***DICEF***
"Nuke? Oh shit." *He turned his ship* "Computer. Notify the Draycon homeworld. Tell them to bring the warships, tell them to give them the radio designation, 'Dromund'." *He turned to Nox* Warships will be here soon. They'll be long-range warping in. I have to go set up the warp coords. Stay here while they come." He ran to his ship and it promptly powered up, precision warping to orbit.
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*Mongdrigo*
“Understood, my Lord.” The communications officer switched lines. After a few seconds a synthesized voice growled over the PA system.
“Attention, clear the landing pads.
Coburn tapped his chin. “Oh! The old armory’s a hospital now. C’mon I’ll show you.” Unfortunately, with his condition, it would take Coburn much longer than a healthy Mongdrigan to cross the city.
*Mongdrigo Orbit*
The Workhorse rotated to face the city, the huge cannon menacing even while several celestial bodies away. A large cargo hauler launched from the Workhorse’s hangar and made its way to the city.
Minutes later, Tyrian Marghulis landed and stepped from the ship with a cadre of guards. Ill-will seemed to ooze from the captain. He clapped his paws and smirked. “So where’s the new guy, eh,” he asked to no one in particular.
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(By the way, I've recently been redesigning Overlight to be more practical. I'll leave the new design.)
Raw design: https://snag.gy/6dt4jw.jpg (https://snag.gy/6dt4jw.jpg)
With notes: https://snag.gy/0DjoVP.jpg (https://snag.gy/0DjoVP.jpg)
*Terror Wing*
Fayam sighed. "Pffft... I'm not sure on its exact dimensions, but it's a single-person ship. I think it should fit. I'm just not sure if the autopilot is programmed for it... I haven't tested that out yet." He went through the command interface of the Blowfish, looking at the options.
*New Romulus*
Johnny noted, "Sound like it's just a fancier name for the same thing. What would really amaze me, though, is if they'd have integrated negative matter extractors too." Anna clacked her tongue. "Well, what we're getting at is that they gave us Gaians a lot of their blueprints and technology for us to use. Without them, it's unlikely we'd be capable of warp-speed by now. It wouldn't surprise me if Kuat started copying those designs onto other ships, though. But enough about that- I'll fire up the engines."
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~ Dragon'taan, Capital City ~
Michen nodded, and followed the fox into the whateveritwas. The future had a lot of weird ways of transportation according to him. Of course, he had seen how much society can change in a relatively short time. Now he had passed over two-hundred years. What had happened in the meantime absolutely blew his mind. What would he find next?
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Once Michen was settled, Mathayus fired up the transport and drove it to the manor gates - a ten minute drive. Once they were out, Mathayus would guide Michen up the path, and stop just shy of the door. A young Tiger woman with an infant in her arms was just walking outside. "Oh! Honey, I wasn't expecting you home so soon!" she greeted him. Mathayus tenderly kissed her and responded,
"Taking Jack to his appointment, Marie?"
"Nothing to worry about, baby, he'll be fine," Marie answered. She noticed Michen. "Better be careful," she told Mathayus, "Your niece is on the prowl."
*** IKV Terror Wing ***
"No need - if you'll allow it, we can tractor the ship in via the tractor beams," Rhea said. She looked to Nari. "As soon as we can get to a safe port."
*** New Romulus ***
"Should we get the crew?" Temer asked, "Or are you coming back for us?"
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"I can't stay here too long; I've got to get back to Dragon'taan and report, lest I be considered AWOL," Vokun responded.
*** Mongdrigo ***
While Ahsoka followed Coburn, Malgus made his way toward the landing ship.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
Saraabi chuckled lovingly, putting her arms around Kayle. "You already know how much I love you..." she whispered to him.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Uh... thanks..." Kayla said, not sure what to make of this sudden offer.
*** Researcher Office, Belsavis ***
K'Tath found the researcher's office, and began going through the files. No longer held back by needing to avoid local guards, he sifted through each directory, and found what he was looking for, downloaded it, and exited the office through a window, scaling the wall to the roof, and continuing his trek toward the Vaults.
*** Axial Park, Corellia ***
Vitani trekked through Axial Park, looking for her contact. No sign of him. Chances are, he was at the Coronet Zoo - he was known to frequent there.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Another Tiger women, this one much taller and white furred instead of ,black watched Marie and jack contently, smiling at the little one, turning to face Mathayus, "excuse me Mathayus? Do you know where your little brother is?" The large Tigress asked, spotting something out of the corner of her eye.
*** IKV Terror Wing ***
"Let me know, when we reach port then." Nari replied, grumbeling something about Flier, under her breath.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
"So you say?" Kayle replied wrapping his arms around Saraabi.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"My pleasure, besides it'll be nice to have someone to talk to beside Ryu." Lupe replied
"I HEARD THAT!" Said Ryu from the kitchen.
"Cook your food, fire man!" Lupe replied back with a chuckle.
*** Coronet, Zoo, Corellia ***
An oddly colored Yellow Wolf watched the Blurrgs in their enclosure, at the zoo, seeming to loose himself in something as he whatched them.....
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***DICEF***
-Your response has been sent to Commander. Please wait for a reply- A minute later, a reply came. -Commander say to take the Leaf. Giving Draycon ship clearance right now. The ship is all yours. It will return here once you get to your planet. Unlocking warp protocols.- A humming came over the base as the Leaf prepared to warp. -It can warp you directly to the planet. You just need to give coordinates-
***Draycon Surveillance Ship - Dragontaan Orbit***
"Have you reqached the Dragontaan planet?" 'Yes Lieutenant Xavier. Radiation signals show a nuke was detonated. Currently scanning for potential bomb ships.'
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*** IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit ***
"So it would seem," Travis remarked.
"Again, if they're helping us, that's gotta be a good thing," Skye said. "If they wanted to harm us, I imagine we'd know by now."
*** Corneria Surface ***
[WF-1]
Jorgan and Havoc Squad would go from room to room in the government enclave, clearing Sith Covenant forces from the halls of the building. Nearly none surrendered, so the result was basically the same - they'd go for weapons, and get shot. Just one room after another, clearing out the enemy presence.
[WF-4]
As the drop ship would lift off, Kona would see deeper into the city as the 601st soldiers wrecked the Sith Covenant soldiers left and right. The enemy simply was not prepared to face them.
[WF-8]
{Basically the same as WF-1}
[WF-14]
"Indeed," the CMO agreed, and returned to tending to the injured and wounded.
(IKV Rogue. Corneria Orbit)
Bios nods and reads a datapad, his visor imitating a 2d game as he reads.
(Corneria Surface)
[WF-1 & WF-8]
The squads would follow around, clearing rooms with or separate to Havoc Squad.
[WF-4]
Kona giggles to herself, watching the carnage.
[WF-14]
Phire nods and rounds his squad up, sending them to places over the camp to help.
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*** IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit ***
"What do you think drew the 601st here?" Skye asked Bios.
*** Corneria Surface ***
All across Corneria, Sith Covenant forces were being flushed out and defeated. Few units surrendered. Between the Cornerian Resistance, the forces of the Eternal Alliance, and now the armies of the 601st Regiment, the enemy was completely outmatched.
[WF-1 & WF-8]
It would not be long before the Government Enclave was completely secure. Major Jorgan and Havoc squad returned to their ship, but not before congratulating the WarFurs they'd been working with, saying they'd "earned a friend in the Eternal Alliance." If they checked their radio, they'd learn that the Sith Covenant forces at the Military Command building were completely broken; nearly none surrendered.
Corneria was secure.
[WF-8 & WF-14]
Across all radios, the message was going out: The Sith Covenant hold over Corneria was broken; the Sith Covenant forces had been routed - Corneria had been liberated. There was great cheer, even over the channels, and some close to the city could hear the victory cries.
The battle was won.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
(Not sure what to make of your comment here, Nova.)
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Last I saw him, he was going out to deal with the Imperium attack," Mathayus responded to the Tiger. "Why? Is something wrong?"
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
"Is there reason to doubt me?" Saraabi asked jestingly with a big smile.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"How long have you two known each other?" Kayla asked.
*** Coronet Zoo, Coronet, Corellia ***
Vitani found her way to the man. Standing beside him, she commented, "You know, the Black Viking Pirates used these. Exclusively."
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Not really ,but on that note My drones should have cleaned up the radiation by now unless there's some leakage from the silo. I Just wanted to update him on some tech I recently finished along with see Amie and the kids..."Tigress replied looking around, feeling like she was being whatched, and started thinking of a young dragon she knew...
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
"Why would I doubt the one I love?" The navy blue furred Fox asked. "Besides you know as well as I do actions speak louder than words?" Kayle added one of his arms moving down so his hand could reach her hips....
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Hmm about 2 months now, i think." Lupe replied.
*** Coronet Zoo, Coronet, Corellia ***
"Really? I heard that the Twi'leks used them during the clone wars and again as the Ryloth revolution to try and chase the empire off their world, but that's clearly not why you contacted me, So you want to know about Warlord Tokarev? I also heard that Warlord Tokarev was considering them. He's made a home somewhere in the Dragon'taan system, a moon of some sort there. But be careful; that region recently came under attack."
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*** IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit ***
"What do you think drew the 601st here?" Skye asked Bios.
*** Corneria Surface ***
All across Corneria, Sith Covenant forces were being flushed out and defeated. Few units surrendered. Between the Cornerian Resistance, the forces of the Eternal Alliance, and now the armies of the 601st Regiment, the enemy was completely outmatched.
[WF-1 & WF-8]
It would not be long before the Government Enclave was completely secure. Major Jorgan and Havoc squad returned to their ship, but not before congratulating the WarFurs they'd been working with, saying they'd "earned a friend in the Eternal Alliance." If they checked their radio, they'd learn that the Sith Covenant forces at the Military Command building were completely broken; nearly none surrendered.
Corneria was secure.
[WF-4 & WF-14]
Across all radios, the message was going out: The Sith Covenant hold over Corneria was broken; the Sith Covenant forces had been routed - Corneria had been liberated. There was great cheer, even over the channels, and some close to the city could hear the victory cries.
The battle was won.
(Corneria Orbit)
Bios shrugs. "Possibly the same thing the Eternal Alliance was looking for, or maybe to give us a hand. I'm not sure." He hears about the victory from WF 4 & 14, his screen showing lil fireworks and celebration, as he gets the dropships to pick up WF-1 and 8, and sends that ship and the ship with WF-4 and the Resistance in it to WF-14's position.
(Corneria)
[WF-1 & 8]
They thank Havoc Squad, and as the dropship arrives, the radios crackle with the victory report, and they cheer in the ship, ending up at the camp after a while.
[WF 4 & 14]
They cheer and smile, WF 4 reaching the camp after a 20 min trip.
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*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Coburn smiled wide as he gestured at the hospital, once an armory. “The first of Lord Malgus’s changes. He had the reserve corps clear unnecessary plasma batteries and ammunition to clear the armory into this hospital.”
*Mongdrigo, Landing Area*
Captain Marghulis smirked as Malgus appeared. His own masked visage was similar to the Sith’s, though instead of the simple black, Tyrian’s was decorated in killmarkers, and a unique emblem. Two crossed paws circled in chain. Tyrian crossed his arms as the Sith approached. “So, you did the greaseball in, huh?” He looked Malgus up and down. “A little oppressive, the all black, isn’t it?”
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*Terror Wing*
Fayam fiddled around a bit and then said, "Hm... Apparently, we're gonna need that tractor beam to dock it internally regardless. So, go ahead and bring it in."
*New Romulus*
Anna shook her head. "No need to get the crew; we'll return here anyway. If it's done, we'll pick the crew up before heading off to fill the remaining slots. If it isn't, there's no reason to move out." After these words, she hit the engines and Faith came to life.
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~ Dragon'taan, Capital City ~
Michen tilted his head. Tigers? Mr. Force Fox was talking about a dragon here? Ah well, it didn't matter. Michen raised a paw as a sign of saying "hello", since there was a lack of other possibilities to do so. After doing that, he just let the fox and tigress do their thing for the time being.
Also, that little kid the tigress carried was kinda cute.
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***DICEF***
(Sorry if I wasn't clear Romulan. What I was trying to say, was that you could get to the planet on the Leaf, while other Draycon ships warped in to help out.)
-General Sulyek, the Leaf is prepared to warp. Are you going to take it?- The humming died a little as the warp went into idle, and Nova's ship came back down. "Warp coords are in. The ships should be warping soon."
***Draycon Surveillance Ship***
'Computer, cloak. A ship is coming.' -Cloak successful. Continue scan?- 'Yes computer.'
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
(Just call me Rom, Nova :) )
"It'd be better of I returned to Dragon'taan aboard my own vessel," Vokun responded. "A member of the DMC Command aboard a foreign vessel might give some... wrong ideas. Besides, if my ship and I were recalled, then I must return aboard my ship, lest my crew be declared AWOL. You are welcome to accompany me there, however."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Marie put her child in his seat in the vehicle, shared one last kiss with Mathayus, and then got in to take the kid to his appointment. Mathayus motioned for Michen to follow him inside, and walked in. The interior was amazing, definitely a luxurious home. But then, it housed multiple members of the same family. A young fox, no more than four or five, approached Mathayus.
"Uncle Faasnu, daddy's not letting me watch his game," he said to Mathayus.
"I imagine your father has a reason for that, Jason," Mathayus told the child. "Where's your sister?"
"I don't--" Jason started. By the time he said "know", an older child, roughly seven years of age, came into the room, and squeed in delight on seeing Michen. This child was a pink-skinned Dragoness, minus her wings, a spitting image of her mother. Kira. Kira immediately ran to and attempted to hug Michen.
"Uncle Faasnu, where'd you find him?! He's so cute!" she exclaimed.
"Kira... Michen is not a pet. I'll explain later," Mathayus told Kira.
Kira was about to say something when she looked over and spotted Tigress. "Aunt Tigress!" she exclaimed, running over to hug the tiger woman.
*** IKV Terror Wing ***
The Klingon vessel locked onto Fayam's ship with the tractor beam, and tried to guide it into the shuttle bay.
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"That's... interesting. I would not have expected that from a former-Sith Lord," Ahsoka commented.
*** Landing Bay, Mongdrigo ***
"Haven't really had time to change my looks," Malgus replied. He tapped his breath mask. "This thing is a must. Can't go too long without it, especially these days. Ever since Alderaan..." He trailed off, then closed his eyes, shook his head, and recomposed himself. "Regardless, might I ask what cargo you have brought? And tell me it's not slaves, as that bit's changed since the... change in command."
*** IKV Rogue Corneria Orbit ***
With the Sith Covenant routed from the area, the Cornerian Military and the 601st assumed joint command and began the painstaking, arduous task of picking up the pieces left by the Sith Covenant, while the Eternal Alliance began broadcasting the news of Corneria's liberation across the galaxy.
Travis turned to Bios. "Once your people are back aboard, are you gonna need a ride anywhere? I can drop you off wherever you need to go on my way back to Dragon'taan."
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
Saraabi tenderly kissed Kayle, tightening her grip on him.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
Kayla raised en eyebrow. "Two months, and you're both living together? Hnh. I've heard of fast forming relationships, but damn. Wish I could form a relationship that fast."
*** Coronet Zoo, Coronet, Corellia ***
Vitani subtly thanked her contact, and made her way back to the space port, looking for a secluded spot to beam out. She knew there was only one world Markus would make a home of if not Dragon'taan itself: New Cerinia. She should have seen that before.
*** Belsavis ***
Having fought his way through the White Maw pirates, K'Tath stood at the door to the vault they were trying to get into. It was easy enough to enter the access code, and gain entry - something the dead White Maw around him could not do. He looked around the vault, looking for what he could use.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
following the pink dragon a younger red fox stood back a little afraid of the new comer. "Uncle Fasnuu what's that?" The young vixen asked pointing to Michen with a shaky hand.
"Hello Kira what brings you this far into the manor?" Tigress asked, hugging the smaller dragon back.
Amie stepped up behind Drake. "I think we need some advice." she said...
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
"Not on the bridge, sweetie." Kayle teased...
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"We're both telepathic." Lupe noted "tends to speed up understanding." she added with a smirk.
*** Belsavis ***
K'Tath wound find a huge briefcase like object in the vault's storage, along with a much smaller case...both had an odd raised mark of a tiger paw blue with black claws, on them, among the other things in the vault, these cases were likely the most interesting.... though the larger case would weight a hefty amount.
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*Mongdrigo, Landing Bay*
Marghulis chuckled. “Slaves? No no, ice. I got a hundred and twenty tons for ya. I’ll be taking one ton of tiberium, and I’ll be hiring three. Lost a couple when an ice-shelf collapsed.” His paw snaked out, palm up. “Sound good?”
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
“Yeah,” Coburn smiled. “Lord Malgus even brought this miracle medicine. I...can’t remember the name. Blue liquid stuff. Upped survival rates by one hundred percent.”
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~ Dragon'taan, Fox Force Knight Mansion ~
When Michen entered the building, he couldn't help but look around. To be honest, the whole area seemed to be super-luxurious. This wasn't a house, this was a mansion! Before he got the time to finish, though, his thoughts were disrupted by the small fox.
Then a dragon kid appeared. If it was anything like how feral dragons were, but just smaller, then there was no reason to be afraid of feral dragons at all. Well, judging by the size of the room they were in right now, feral dragons could still be a lot bigger than he was expecting at this point. Maybe he could've seen one or two of them during the trip to this place, but uhh... He wasn't really paying attention to what was happening on the other side of the windows.
A while later more kids popped up. This could be a problem. The snow leopard started to slowly flick his tail, being somewhat agitated by everything going on around him. He caught himself biting harder on the comm badge than he intended to as a sign that he was overwhelmed by the events.
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***DICEF***
He nods, telling the computer to get the ships ready. "What fleet positioning would you recommend. You are correct, our ship desgins are strange to you, but there would be the same amount of alarum if I were to acompany you. Our ships can cloak, but a ship twice as large as your transport vessels uncloaking, will cause panic." The Leaf warps into orbit, nearly colliding into another Draycon Vessel. Nova looked down at his transponder, reading a message. "Oh, it seems that the other ships are here. They will defend Dromund while we go. If you want, I can get one of the warper ships and we can expand the field to warp both your ship, and my ship there, if you want."
***Draycon Surveillance Vessel***
"We have a message from DICEF computer." -Yes. Draycon ships will be warping soon, but only if the Dragon'taan allows the ships to follow-
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*Terror Wing*
The Blowfish Mk.II went in smoothly. When it detected the tractor beam, its engines disengaged and it came in with room to spare. Fayam noted the landing gear symbol going on as the ship came in. He whisteled. "Well, look at that. Apparently it does have a protocol for these situations."
*New Romulus*
Faith came loose from the ground as Anna guided it towards Kuat to check on the progress. She expected them to give her a message when it would be done regardless, but she decided to drop by anyway.
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(Sorry for not posting in so long, people - one of my External Hard Drives crashed, and I've been busy with another RP over in Serious RP.)
*** IKV Terror Wing ***
"Convenient," Rhea commented. She looked to her tactical officer. "So'wI yIchu!" The tactical officer nodded, and engaged the cloaking device. She then looked to her helmsman. "Helm, plot a course for Qo'nos. Maximum Warp."
*** Kuat Naval Shipyard ***
The personnel were a bit surprised to see Anna and the Faith drop by so soon, but they were happy to report progress was proceeding as planned.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Stand by, sir," Vokun told Nova. "Suleyk to the Inquisitor... one to beam directly to the bridge." In a sustained flash of light, Vokun was beamed aboard his ship. "Helm," he commanded, "Plot a course for Dragon'taan. Best Translight Velocity." He then returned his attention to Nova. "I would prefer you wait until I break the news of this encounter to my superiors before you show up over Dragon'taan - DMC ships don't shoot strangers on sight, but it's a lot easier on us if we follow standard first contact protocols."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"That's our guest here, Shiloe, please leave him alone - he's had a rough time of it already," Mathayus said to the young female fox. He motioned for Michen to follow him as he ascended a flight of stairs to the second story, heading for his own room, beyond which lay his meditation chambers.
"From who and on what?" Drake asked.
*** Mongdrigo, Landing Bay ***
"Fine with me," Malgus responded, shaking Marghulis' hand. "I assume you know where to go for your business?"
*** Hospital, Mongdrigo ***
"Blue liquid healing solution... you mean Bacta? Or was it Kolto?" Ahsoka asked.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
Saraabi chuckled heartily, and started for her quarters, trying to guide Kayle there by the hand.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Hnh... I don't think I ever want to be a telepath. I don't want to know what everyone around me is thinking all the time..." Kayla commented.
*** Belsavis ***
K'Tath slapped a transporter device on both cases and beamed them to his ship, before sealing the vault and activating his own transporter and beaming back himself. Once back aboard his vessel, he activated the big case.
*** Corellia ***
Vitani continued looking for a secluded beam-out point, so no one would see her leave.
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*Mongdrigo, Landing Bay*
As Malgus clasped Marghulis's paw, a second paw shot from his side and sandwiched the Sith's paw against the captain's. On the new paw, intricate tattoos snaked around and up the paw towards his arm. Marghulis smiled wider. "Of course," he hissed. "Your Garrus? Is he still alive?"
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
"I'm not sure. There's references to both. Kolto, I think." Coburn shrugged. "Either way, it's saved many lives. Even Lett, one of the Red Brigade. She was close to death when she got home, but the medicine saved her."
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"ummm okay..." Shiloe replied walking over to her Aunt, Kira.
"I dunno your dad or mother on parenting maybe, Jason seemed a little upset you wouldn't let him play your game with you or something..." Amie shrugged. "I can understand your reasons i just want to further discuss with a more experienced parent about my disagreements, and I'd rather you hear them." Amie added.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
"Oooh sensitive are we?" Kayle asked as he followed along....
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"It's not that broad or simple, Lupe replied "Along with the fact that can be very overwhelming, Telepaths usually train to focus their abilities to either one or their own mind, because to be honest reading the minds of many say in a restaurant or a classroom is very overwhelming, it's kinda hard to explain to a non-telepath ,but think of it as having twenty voices in your head that you can't silence.. that's what telepaths usually get when their powers first develop unless properly trained before hand and even then training later, At first it requires a lot of mental 'power' but eventually it becomes second nature..." Lupe explained the best she could.
***Belsavis***
a small panel opened up on the larger case,
K'Tath would find a sort of keypad on the side of the 'briefcase' where the panel had opened, the code K'Tath would have gotten from the research files, would open the case
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
Katin nodded, acknowledging that Silrus was indeed correct. “Yes, and as soon as we can I’m going up there myself to meet these Majestic Twelve firsthand. Put the fear of Death in them!”(As in putting the fear of ‘God’ into someone. The god of Death.)
*** Nephira, Kingdon of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"Hnh... then might I offer my assistance? I have my own score to settle with MJ12," Mesmerin offered.
*** Nephira Orbit ***
The Iron Dragon had her prize ensnared in an ASIB, and was fending off the other Majestic 12 ships almost effortlessly. Their weapons had almost no effect on her shields.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Shiloe, why are you shaking?" Kira asked.
"I'm pretty sure mom and dad would agree with my decision - Jason and Shiloe aren't old enough to be even watching these games, honey. When they get older, and have a better grasp on the difference between real life and these games, then we can start sharing our games library with them." Drake paused, and then added, "And speaking of mom and dad, where the hell did they go? Shouldn't they have been home by now?"
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
"And here I was thinking you were being the sensitive one," Saraabi teased as she opened the door.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Yeah, I'll just leave the telepathy to you," Kayla chuckled. "But I did want to ask - do either of you know anything about a world called Belsavis?"
*** Belsavis ***
K'Tath keyed in the code, and got things started, then stood back and watched.
*** Mongdrigo, Landing Bay ***
"If he is, I haven't heard from him; we haven't received any word from him in some time. It's possible he's just too busy tending to his newborn children," Malgus responded.
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"Well, next time you can, maybe you should ask Lord Malgus if he knows of Bacta. Kolto's a good start, but Bacta is more... widely-available. I don't know if he told you, but Kolto is found on only one world - Manaan. But, in his defense, Malgus may not have known of Bacta, owing to his extreme age," Ahsoka suggested.
*** Coronet City, Corellia ***
Deciding to take a mercenary contract or two while she was in the area, Vitani altered course and headed for a mercenary enclave.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
Damien crossed his arms, “Okay, I’m listening.” His tails were tapping at the ground. The whole situation making less and less sense to him. How could someone not of his world be able to pull magic from their crystals without knowledge of how they work? Esme joined next to Damien waiting for the explanation.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
The soldier opened the front of his armor (Ref pic (https://cfw.sarna.net/wiki/images/thumb/1/1c/Elemental_open.jpg/438px-n2xgbf9gfqin8zy5k5pg4k2r0shp6ak.jpg?timestamp=20150608050921) ) and stepped out of the armor, Gray a large grey wolf set some device on the floor and the hologram of a scaled down view of a large round moon shaped space station came up "Years ago people in other parts of the universe used crystals like yours in giagantic weapons, capable of destroying planets." The Wolf explained, tapping a button on the hologram emiter with his foot, the hologram changing to what appeard to be a bladeless hilt. "Along with that they can also use crystals to focus energy into weapons like this energy sword or ranged weapons." THe wolf explained the hologram showing the 'lightsaber turning on, then off and breaking up into it's individual components including the focusing crystal.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I-I'm afraid of our visitor." Shiloh replied.
"Well I don't fully agree with you." Amie replied crossing her arms, a playful smile appearing across her muzzle.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Bridge ***
"Only for you." Kayle teased back.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Fine with me, more complicated than experinced telepaths make it look." Lupe replied "Can't say we've been there,but we have heard of it." "You hungry?"
*** Belsavis ***
the case hissed as it popped open revealing a female Lucario, Like K'Tath, but her fur, a cobalt blue color with black 'trim.' her beautifully Athletic toned body in plain sight of K'Tath, somehow curled up inside the large case...
*** Coronet City, Corellia ***
As Vitani, headed toward the mercenary Enclave, she would pick up a 'follower' a shadowy dark robed person, who might have seemed familiar to her if she remember a previous encounter....
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*Terror Wing*
Fayam noted, "Well, I think I'll hang around until you arrive. I assume you can take it from there."
*Kuat shipyard*
Anna nodded. "Hm. Not quite done yet, it appears. Oh well, it's a pretty large project, to be honest. For now, we'll return to New Romulus and see if we can help out D'Tan some more." She retraced Faith's steps to New Romulus.
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~ Dragon'taan, Fox Force Knight Mansion ~
Michen nodded, still seeming agitated even now the kids had run off. He followed the fox to the second floor, seeming somewhat hesitant. It would finally give him some idea of where he could go off to, a safe space for whenever he felt like he needed some alone time to recharge.
Between notes, this mansion was humongous. This oughtta be a fun place to explore sometime... After making himself comfortable of course.
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(Hey glad to be back from Basic Training. Give me some time to write good reaponses okay guys?)
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
“Be my guest, I’d love to have the company. Now then, would you care to help me reach them? As you see we were barely reaching the outer atmosphere before this catastrophe came upon us. Would you mind allowing me escort on your ship so we may reach these vermin and give them a piece of my mind...and blade.” Katin asked. A smile grew on his face that could kill with kindness.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
“Oh dear. Now that’s an interesting method of using crystal energy. I wouldn’t mind utilizing that form of concentration in our tools. I’ll have to keep a note if that.” Esme said, crossing an arm across while her other held at her chin with an impressed expression.
Damien looked over the hologram taking mental notes. “Of course, that’s similar to how my pistols work with crystals.” Damien said as he held out one of his revolvers and opened up the chamber to reveal a white crystal that worked as a catalyst for the gun’s ammo. “I can only imagine what they’ll be able to do if they get a hold of any Ammolite. That specific gemstone is the most powerful concentration of magic and energy that we have forming from our world.”
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(Hello, hello, can I join? Here is my app. Or maybe you have some kind of template? As an experienced RP'er, I'm used to such stuff)
Name: Fel Dranghyr
Species: Turian
Homeplanet: Voss
Personality: if Fel can be described by a single word, justice would be the best as its accurately picturing his motivates and general attitude. As the most of Turians (https://masseffect.fandom.com/wiki/Turian) who typically are very well trained in the military disciplines (as whole their culture), Fel is an extremely loyal person who will never betray his team and friends by any means. He used to perform on the edge of his abilities and always puts maximum efforts for his task. And while he is a sole individualist with his own desires, Fel never will put them above of his team. He believes in the pursuit of justice and hates it when bad guys slip through the cracks of the bureaucratic justice system. He has clear and unbreakable principles and tends to view things as either good or bad, ignoring the possibility of a middle ground. Hates criminals, smugglers and other illegal guys who trying to bring troubles to the Galaxy. While helping others, he is trying to get Cerberus agents who are well-known for their crimes against humans with supernatural abilities (biotics).
Due to his rich military past and vast diversity of jobs where he has risked his life, he rarely gets humor and thus almost never doing jokes. He likes to be focused on a particular task and in his opinion, nothing shall distract you from doing your job just because it's your duty. Still, he is smart enough to respect the personalities of his teammates and never will interrupt someone who is currently speaking. Dranghyr is also tolerated to the other species and heavily scorn anyone who will show any form of racism toward any race.
Speaking about any romantic relationships, Fel is in doubt. He never was in a relationship before and doesn't think it might go well along with his duties. Besides, Turians is just a specimen which has too little attractive things. However, if someone will show interest toward him, he won't slow with an answer. But the one thing you have to know - this will be a completely new experience for him and hence, Fel might do something silly sometimes.
Skills: experienced pilot and starship mechanic, hacker, strategist
Face claim: my avatar (Garrus Vakarian from Mass Effect game)
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(Oh, certainly, XIII - welcome to GS! Always good to see fresh faces here! Fel's profile is more detailed than most I see. I gotta say, though, while an alien on Voss would not be entirely unheard of, I can't imagine what a Turian like Fel would be doing on Voss... though it'd be easy to chalk it up as he's helping the local Voss Commandos fend off Gormak attacks or something. Maybe he has the respect of the Voss Mystics for surviving the harsh confines of the Nightmare Lands. Not for me to say. Regardless, welcome to the fold!)
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"Oh, certainly - I can even do a direct site-to-site transport, go directly aboard the MJ12 ship," Mesmerin told Katin.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I apologize for the kids, but you know how kids can be," Mathayus said as he entered his room and headed for the meditation chambers. "Now, my feral friend, feel free to put that commbadge somewhere, and tell me what happened to bring you here."
"If Uncle Faasnu likes him, the visitor must be good," Kira responded. "Wanna play game?"
"Oh, hardy-har-har, Amie," Drake chuckled. "I just don't think we should be exposing the kids to these games so soon. When they're a little older, maybe. But not now, then they're only a few years old."
*** IKV Terror Wing ***
"Of course, just don't interfere with my crew's work," Rhea told Fayam. "I'll see if we can get into contact with Durok, set up a meeting."
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Depends. What's on the menu?" Kayla asked.
*** Belsavis ***
You. Have GOT. To be kidding me, K'Tath thought. What the hell was he supposed to do with a Lucario woman? He thought this was supposed to be a mechanism to get control of the Eternal Fleet! So what the hell was this? The Iokath Builders' version of a practical joke?
*** Coronet City, Corellia ***
Vitani remained unaware of her "follower", intent on getting a nice merc contract before she left the system.
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***DICEF***
Nova nods, his attention already turned to his base, the A.I deciding what to build and when. "Computer, open a comlink with his ship." -Awaiting approval- "Good. How many Draycon ships are in orbit?" -Three commander. Two transport ships and a warper-
***Dromund Kaas Warper***
The hum of the warp-core reverberated throughout the vessel, creating a gentle rocking motion, making nearly everyone on it drowsy, the monitors showing the exterior of both the Dromund Kaas Warper, and the Homeworld's Warper.
***Homeworld Warper***
An alien vessel drifted into Draycon Space, heading toward the Warper. Everybody on the station, and the warper could see the nearby Dyson Spheres glow, the spheres themselves expanding, then a bright glow as a laser, needle thin and lightyears long converged onto the alien vessel, incinerating it immediately, a quick and shrill "Mayday, Mayday" being sent across all channels.
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(Thanks, Romulan. Am I mere didn't know which planet I can set as the homeworld of my character, so I had chosen Voss. If there is a better place - please let me know since the google doc doesn't cover every RP aspect (which is pretty obvious). Before I'll head further I need to know several things: is human race allowed? And does supernatural abilities (like the Force from Star Wars) is allowed?)
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(Thanks, Romulan. Am I mere didn't know which planet I can set as the homeworld of my character, so I had chosen Voss. If there is a better place - please let me know since the google doc doesn't cover every RP aspect (which is pretty obvious). Before I'll head further I need to know several things: is human race allowed? And does supernatural abilities (like the Force from Star Wars) is allowed?)
(Yes and Yes, we have the federation and the UNSC and there's also Luke Skywalker and Corellia and many of Rom's chars are already Jedi so humans and Jedi should be no problem, just follow the basic roleplay rules XD)
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
"I have no idea what exactly their plans were ,but they could have used them for weapons like your pistol there or the large station like i showed you or who knows what, i do know that they will try to use them for just about anything they can." Gray explained...
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I don't see how you could just walk up to it like that" Shiloh replied.
"I"m serious Drake, though not just about this." Amie replied.
*** IKV Terror Wing ***
Flier stepped onto the bridge "Sis, my friend is getting impatient, and the bloodwine is getting dull, how much longer are we gonna be out here?" the yellow Arcanine asked.
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
Lupe sniffed the air. "Smells like barbaque chicken." Lupe replied.
*** Belsavis ***
Tthe lucario woman did not move in fact a computer voice would come on from inside the case "Stasis field: interrupted, please confirm codeword or shut the case..." the computer said...
*** Coronet City, Corellia ***
The 'follower' would continue to follow Vitani, to the point of stalking... when she'd get closer to the merc enclave, the follower would ignite a lightsaber and jump towards her....
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok Asian restraunt ***
Celina a half tiger and Fox hybrid sat down at one of the tables returning from the Buffet with a plate of food, various Asian cuisine's filled her plate sweet 'n sour chicken mostly filled it with a couple of egg rolls on the side along with some brown rice, and some crab Rangoon.
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(Thanks, Alessia. I suppose here it's called the Force)
*** Voss***
After everything that Fel has given to Voss as a Commandos operative, it was time to move on. New people come to train and Turian has no doubt that new operatives which will be enlisted into Voss special forces won't be less worth than Fel. Besides, there are some guys who were way better than Dranghyr. Not even because they were a force users but due to their mind. Even though Turians were a highly intelligent specimen, Force was a rare occurrence among them and instead it was simpler to serve or to help one of them. It doesn't not only helps to better understand the real nature of the Force, but also helps to counter any dark force users in case of facing with one of them.
Speaking about the Force. Recently Fel has heard, that Corneria was in need of professional operatives which might deal with different types of criminals constantly robber peaceful traders which travel between systems. Fel was up for this but the problem was is that he needs a team for such activity and good contacts in the Corneria government in case he wants to make an excellent military career on the Lylat system planet. And thus he decided to travel there in order to join the Corneria special forces or at least Intelligent service. His hacking skills were still with him.
(Anyone for some Corneria RP?)
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~ Dragon'taan, Fox Force Knight Mansion ~
Michen nodded as he entered the room and looked around. This room was about as luxurious as the rest of the house. That... was to be expected, of course. Michen went over to the nearest table he saw, placed his front paws to the side of the table and placed the badge on top of it. Looking at it, the comm badge appeared to have a few bite marks from chewing it too much. Michen just sighed internally about it, placed all four paws on the ground again, and went over to the fox guy. Though, where would he even start with his story?
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*Mongdrigo, Landing Bay*
Garrus, as if summoned by mention alone, appeared at Malgus’s side. His muzzle had greyed considerably, and a cane now supported his movement. His eyes were still laser-focused, staring at Marghulis.
Releasing Malgus’s paw, Marghulis nodded at Garrus. “Speak of...how’s life, Garrus?”
“Twilighted,” Garrus responded flatly. “You always have bad news, Captain. Spill it.”
The four-armed man chuckled. “Of course.” He suddenly became deathly serious. “Brottlehiem.”
Garrus recoiled at the name, stamping his cane to steady himself. “No...he is lost, gone.”
“No, Garrus. He’s back. They let him out not a year ago. If your Great Lardbarge would’ve listened and-”
“Enough!” The elder snapped. “Where?”
Marghulis shrugged, as his crew used grav-lifts to unload huge crates of ice, Mongdrigans directing the wares. “Dunno. Didn’t stick around long enough. Won’t hang ‘round here, either. Save your hide, if you can, Garrus.”
Marghulis nodded to the old raccoon and started towards the city proper.
*Mongdrigo, Hospital *
Coburn, idly chattering about the changes from Malgus’s, stopped suddenly as a swarthy looking goat passed, sporting the emblem on Marghulis’s vessel on his left shoulder. Coburn, clumsily and awkwardly, hid Ahsoka as best he could. “When did he get here?!” The raccoon hissed.
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***Corneria***
After Fel has parked his SSV Normandy SR-1 (the ship which has been issued him not long ago on Voss as the reward for his service) at a spaceport, he headed to the Corneria HQ. According to the message he got before, his further activity will be related around Tal Shiar and Klingon House of Duras. Who were these guys he didn't know, but perhaps if Corneria was in needs of professional militaries, Tal been on bad count. For some reasons, during his service on Voss, he had never heard anything about them at all. Even though his primary targets were the most dangerous criminals of Voss and slightly beyond. Apparently, the aforementioned guy was related to Corneria only.
The city itself was way brighter than the Turian eye used to Voss environment. More sunny he would say. Maybe it was because most of the buildings were shiny white (made of marble?) and as such reflected the sunlight back to the ground. Nonetheless to say the overall weather was warmer in general. But Fel was here not to rest because he was already has been doing it for a month. His priority now was General Pepper or whoever was in responsibility to provide the briefing of his task. So upon entering the HQ building he asked the black feline to arrange a meeting with Pepper as it has been planned before.
"Good day. I'm Fel Dranghyr. Can I meet General Pepper? I have planned a meeting with him today". Carefully asked Turian the black cat who apparently hasn't been aware of any upcoming visitors.
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*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
The receptionist that Fel spoke to looked to him with a worried, yet pitied expression. "Didn't anyone tell you?" she asked.
"General Pepper did not survive the Sith Covenant attack," came a male voice. If Fel looked to his left, he would see a black panther with a scar over his right eye, dressed in a polished, decorated uniform, flanked by two Imperial Guardsmen armed with vastly upgraded Lasguns.
"General Wulf, sir!" the receptionist stood at attention.
"As you were," Wulf stated. He fixed his eyes on Fel. "I don't recall ever seeing your name on anything of Pepper's. But, given your attire... I'd guess you're either professional military or mercenary. Am I correct?"
*** Mongdrigo, Landing Bay ***
"Excuse me, but who are we talking about here?" Malgus asked.
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"And who was that?" Ahsoka asked.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus waited patiently for Michen's answer.
"Because he wasn't growling at me when I saw him," Kira said.
"What else?" Drake asked, looking at Amie.
*** IKV Terror Wing ***
"What, she got a dinner date or something? I'm going as fast as I can," Rhea told Flier. "Still trying to get in contact with Durok. If she wants, she can call a ride and she can either meet it here or wherever we meet Durok."
*** Ma'Hara, Lupe's Home ***
"Smells like it," Kayla agreed. "How soon?"
*** Belsavis ***
"Co 27," K'Tath responded to the computer.
*** Coronet City, Corellia ***
Vitani heard the lightsaber and quickly dodged it, activating her own. "Didn't learn the last time, did you?" she taunted.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok Asian restraunt ***
"Honey, where did you learn about this place?" Gideon asked, sitting down with a plate of food himself.
*** Dromund Kaas Orbit ***
Vokun, back aboard his own ship, made preparations for his jump back to Dragon'taan. With the ship nearly ready, he made one last status check to his new Draycon allies: "General Suleyk to allied ships, you about ready? My ship is just about ready to jump."
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***DICEF***
-Comlink Established- "General Suleyk. I believe I misunderstood you. I thought I was to stay here as you reported to your superiors.If I am coming with, it'll be on your ship I assume. I will get a shuttle ready for docking. I don't have your...beam technology?"
***Homeworld***
The warper sat idle, the warp-core's energy depleted, waiting for the charge laser.
***Dromund Kaas Warper***
The computer monitors showed the view of the Homeworld, a large sphere at the top of the station glowing as soft blue as a laser extended out from it, broadsiding the warper, instantly charging it as the warp-core started it's gentle hum again.
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~ Dragon'taan, Fox Force Knight Mansion ~
Michen sat down, closed his eyes and rubbed his head with his right forepaws. It took some effort to sort out everything that happened up until then. It had been a long journey. Either way, it would make the most sense for him to start his story where it would make sense to start: right at the beginning.
"Well, you see... When I first woke up, I found myself in a lab of some sort. There was this weird machine, but nobody was around. I didn't know where I was or what happened to get me to that point. Either way, I saw there was a crack in the wall and I used a chair to get out of there. That's how I ended in Cairo, though I didn't know it was Cairo at that point..."
The feral experienced quite some stress as he retold this story. Back when he escaped out of the lab by using his wits, he almost felt heroic for breaking out. Now he just felt like an emotional mess. Michen opened his eyes again and put his paw on the ground, still not making eye contact as he continued.
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*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
Panther' words have stunned Fel for a while, but then he realized that happened with Corneria in the last years and figured that maybe Corneria' telecommunication systems haven't been fixed yet and the letter he has received has been sent by someone else, not by Pepper himself. Whoever it was, Fel was already here and doesn't want to return back to Voss, neither he wanted to argue with Wulf. It was not necessary right now and Turian desired to focus on the process of the hiring. Still, if Corneria might face troubles related to the information systems, Dranghyr would try to use his skills. At least with the part of accessing where no one can figure out how.
"Yes. It has come to my attention that Corneria is interested in professional mercenaries, hence I'm here. And you probably know how reliable Turians we are. But since Voss has been secured with new people willing to serve, I decided to help this planet. I wanted to do it long ago, however, Voss has needed me. By the way, is the Star Fox team still operates?". Turning his head now to Wulf' direction, asked the alien with the same calm tone. Yea, definitely Turians weren't frequent guests on this planet because Fel was able to catch some gazes on his side in the building, but he didn't care. One day he even has gotten a compliment that someone even likes the avian-like specimen and thus the grey alien hoped that these gazes were of full of pleasured wondering.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Just general parenting..." Amie replied. "I'd like some advice on more than just this little disagreement." the vixen added "But, "Drake, I think you need to spend some time with our son - just you and him. Father and son. He's a growing boy, and he's gonna need his daddy, and the more you're around him, the better off he'll be." The vixen added, glancing at Shiloh and Kira for a moment.
*** IKV Terror Wing ***
"I suppose so ,but she doesn't think she can contact a nearby ship without using our ships comm systems." Flier replied "She's also still complaining about Fayam collapsing that temple..." the Arcanine woman sighed.
***Ma'hara, Lupes home. ***
"5 minutes!" Ryu, Lupe's boyfriend called from the Kitchen...
*** Belsavis ***
"Stasis reversing, scanning local area" Four cylindrical objects retracted from inside the case at the four corners of it spraying a light mist into the air. "Area secure, biological report identifies one present, stasis reversal, in 2 minutes." The machine explained. 2 minutes later some lights would blink on the case before the whole room was flooded with mist, as the mist cleared, there the lucario womean stood right next to the case standing there. "Co27 online....Project Eternal Angel has been completed...." she would say before seeming to break down into a full crouch position sitting on the floor and burying her muzzle into her paws as she cried. "Why did they make me? What is my purpose? Why am I here?" she cried.
*** Coronet City, Corellia ***
The assailant didn't respond to the taunt, prefering to instead let his light saber do the talking as he swung it toward the she-tiger...
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"Mom showed me it , why?" Celina the Vixen/tiger Hybrid, though appearing more Fox than tiger...
***New Cerinia, Dov'ah fried Chicken.***
"Don't eat so fast.. Malcom, you won't be able to chew it all." Krystal cautioned her son, turning to Markus, I think you can understand why I didn't want to leave Malcom with Tala and Ruby, I think Malcom should spend more time with his parents than his...uhh adopted sisters."
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quaters ***
"Did you draw me in here for this?" Kayle asked revealing small box which he opened revealing a engagment ring, with a decntly sized sapphire like gem...The Navy blue fox getting down on his knees "I know in Cerinian Tradition I'm a bit late..."
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
“Good. I’m ready whenever you are then. They’ve caused a pain in my side for long enough.” Katin said, his aura growing around him.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
“Then we need to find a way to end it. They can’t get a hold of any of my gems. Maybe I need to speak with your brother, Damien, to see about how fast we can get reinforcements over here.” Esme said. Plotting her plan of defense.
Damien sighed, “I’m sure we can get them over here in a couple of hours. First we need to make sure everything here is ready in case of another battle.” He looked over at the wolf, “would you care to accompany me back to my kingdom? So Esme can stay with her people?” He asked, holding out a hand to shake for confirmation.
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*** IKV Rogue Corneria Orbit ***
With the Sith Covenant routed from the area, the Cornerian Military and the 601st assumed joint command and began the painstaking, arduous task of picking up the pieces left by the Sith Covenant, while the Eternal Alliance began broadcasting the news of Corneria's liberation across the galaxy.
Travis turned to Bios. "Once your people are back aboard, are you gonna need a ride anywhere? I can drop you off wherever you need to go on my way back to Dragon'taan."
(IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit)
Bios looks pleased, seeing as his boss won't be back anytime soon. "Just drop us back home. General Whiteheart is out busy with someone, and won't be back for a while." Bios sighs and rubs their screen.
(Nephira Orbit)
Wilco was standing by Vhikarev, curious. "Whats the deal here?" He asks. (What I missed with this? Are Wilco and Vhikarev still on Iron Dragon or down on Nephira?)
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*Mongdrigo, Landing Bay*
Garrus sighed and motioned at the orbital battery. “He’s one of the reasons those were built. A war criminal from deep space, he used to enslave our people and destroy entire fleets by himself. He worships some dark god, embues himself with its blessing. Chaos made flesh. Men, women and children slaughtered in worship.” Garrus sat down on a cargo crate. “I hoped he would’ve rotted in prison. Guess I wasn’t that lucky.”
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Coburn shook as he spoke. “He’s one of Captain Marghulis’s cronies. A slaver from some deep space colony. He comes here with ice, taking tiberium and people as payment. We don’t know where he gets the ice, and is the only trader working with us.”
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*Terror Wing*
Fayam replied, "Oh, not a problem." Then, he turned to Flier. "Yeah, about that: I still stand by the point I just did my job. By the by, is there any food left back there?"
*New Romulus*
Faith safely reached New Romulus' orbit. With a steady hand, Anna landed it back down on the planet. Then, she told Temer and his wife: "Alright- it's still gonna take a while. They're on schedule, fortunately. I'll drop you two off and then go do D'Tan a favour or two."
*Earth*
The news of Corneria's liberation reached Mary soon enough. Instantly, she packed up her bags and stopped her vacation early. She was still worried about her pharmacy being in ruins, despite the guard bot's activity signals.
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(Is anyone up for some cooperative RP?)
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*** IKV Terror Wing ***
"Should be, the crew's gonna be eating and drinking to their victory until either they pass out or explode, whichever comes first," Rhea said.
"Mistress, we are receiving coordinates from Klingon High Command!" One of Rhea's bridge crew proclaimed.
"That's gotta be Durok," Rhea said. "Engage Warp Drive!"
The Terror Wing turned, and went to warp, heading for the coordinates provided.
*** New Romulus ***
"If you need a hand with those favors, you know where to find us," Temer offered. "If you go against the Tal Shiar again, don't forget us - we all have our own score to settle with the Tal Shiar, in one form or another."
*** Mongdrigo, Landing Bay ***
Malgus frowned. "Then what the hell's he doing here? And how'd he get out of prison? Model Prisoner?"
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"Well, with Malgus at your side, I don't think he'll last long if he tries anything," Ahsoka assured Coburn.
*** IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit ***
"And where is that?" Travis asked. "Can you give me any coordinates?"
*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
"Oh, yes - the Star Fox team still operates. But, prior to the Marauder War, well... they had a small personnel replacement," General Wulf told Fel. "In short, the one you probably knew as Krystal left, and some woman named Fara filled that gap. I can't claim to know the exact circumstances, but I do know that Fara filled the void that Krystal left. But what I've heard about Krystal since then is a whole other story. Now, you wanted to join up and assist us, and I have no objection to that. What exactly did you have in mind?"
One of the guardsmen escorting the General spoke up, having a vague Australian accent: "Maybe we should send him to take out those Tal Shiar And Klingon b*****ds - they've been a thorn in our sides for too long as it is."
*** Nephira Orbit ***
(Yes, Wilco, Wilco and Vhikarev are still aboard the Iron Dragon.)
"Seems the local boys down planetside want a chat with the commanders of the ship we snared," Vhikarev said, indicating the D'Derridex Warbird snared in the ASI Beam.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
"Argent to the Dark Wanderer, prep a site-to-site transport, take us directly aboard the MJ12 ship," Mesmerin commanded to his ship via a comlink in his gauntlet. He looked to Katin. "Word of advice: Close your eyes, don't hold your breath. Makes the transport experience a lot less nauseating for first-timers."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Drake looked back at Amie. "You're saying I don't spend enough time with the kids," he surmised. He wasn't mad, just wondering what brought Amie to this conclusion.
"A machine... in Cairo, which is in Egypt, if I'm not mistaken," Faasnu commented. "So... what happened from there? Crowley said you were attacked when he sent you here."
*** Belsavis ***
K'Tath knelt down before the Lucario woman. "Hey, you okay? You alright?"
*** Ma'hara, Lupe's home. ***
"Cool," Kayla said. "You got a TV or something in here?"
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"I was just wondering, seeing as I've never heard of this place," Gideon responded. He looked down at the ring on his left ring finger, smiling and chuckling. He'd come a long way since meeting Celina at school, all those years ago.
*** New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
"Well, yeah, that's why I agreed to it so quickly," Markus replied. He reached over and caught Malcom's arm. "Slow down, son - you're gonna give yourself a belly ache, you keep eating like that," he chuckled.
*** Coronet City, Corellia ***
Vitani deflected the attack and counterattacked, using her superior agility and mobility in conjunction with a form of Lightsaber Combat known as Ataru.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
Though she tried to hide it, Saraabi was surprised. This was not what she drew her mate back here for, but she tried to play it off. "Are you asking what I think you're asking?"
*** Dromund Kaas Orbit ***
"A shuttle would be better, as our transporters are on the fritz again. I keep telling the shipyard techs something's wrong, but they can't find anything. Regardless, shuttle over when ready, I'll have an escort bring you to the bridge."
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*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
"Yes, this guy is right - I'm here after Tal and... Klingon. Unfortunately, I don't know about them too much so a little information about them would be nice to hear.". Fel was glad that Star Fox team is still alive because it would be an honor for him to work and fight along with them if any chance can be provided. Thanks to the HoloNet, the Turian is known about the fox and his team, hence becoming the part of McCloud' brigade would positively impact on his career. At least he thought so.
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(The computers voice, which is words in -hyphens-, should sound like Tius in Morphologis's Co-Op survival series on Space Engineer)
***Dromund Kaas Orbit***
"Alright. I'm already on the shuttle. I've warped to 1km your vessel and i'm nearing it." The docking platform extended, joing the two ships and Nova walked through the airlocks, waiting in the Dragontaan vessel, the desgin strange to him, with pictures of planets and lifeforms he has never know to exist scattered around the vessel.
***DICEF***
-Hmm. Commander forgot to take me with him-
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
"For now Ma'am I think we've driven them off ,but if they make something out of the stolen gems, you can bet your hide there will be more attempts by others to get the gems when word gets out of their use." Gray explained, turning to shake Damien's hand. "I think one of our allies is already there, perhaps we should talk to him on a more long term agreement?"
*** IKV Terror Wing ***
"Might be running low on Gagh!" Flier noted, turning to her sister "You didn't answer me if my friend can use the ship's comm..."The yellow Arcanine noted.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Possibly." Amie replied simply, walking towards Kira and Shiloh "Enjoying your day you two?"
*** Belsavis ***
The lucario women turned her head to K'Tath but said nothing, tears still streaming down her face...
*** Ma'hara, Lupe's home. ***
Lupe pointed straight ahead, handing Kayla the remote.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"They just finished setting up a month ago." Celina pointed out
*** New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
"Why do I get this odd feeling something odd is going to go on today?" Krystal asked looking to Malcom and then to Markus. "Malcom, honey slow down! I know the chicken is good ,but that doesn't mean you can stuff it into your mouth.." The blue vixen sighed, grabbing the young foxes hands to show him how to eat slower, trying her best not to force him but 'lead' him instead.
*** Coronet City, Corellia ***
Only able to parry a few of the blowsthe figure was force to withdraw, for now, Vitani had actually slightly wounded him, in her counter, though it may have not been obvious at first.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
"Pretty much, though as I said in Cerinian Tradition this is very very late." Kayle replied.
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~ Dragon'taan, Fox Force Knight Mansion ~
Michen nodded, and looked at the ground. Right, he got attacked. The actual event was somewhat hazy in his mind though... What did he remember?
"Well, there were these two guys, and they threatened me with guns..." He paused for a brief moment. "Crowley told me they were part of a larger organisation on the hunt for me." His face revealed the distress he felt like he was in as he re-lived the event. He tried to remember more, but he couldn't. The information he had received afterwards hadn't exactly been clear to him, thinking back about it. There just wasn't enough time to understand...
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*** IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit ***
"And where is that?" Travis asked. "Can you give me any coordinates?"
*** Nephira Orbit ***
(Yes, Wilco, Wilco and Vhikarev are still aboard the Iron Dragon.)
"Seems the local boys down planetside want a chat with the commanders of the ship we snared," Vhikarev said, indicating the D'Derridex Warbird snared in the ASI Beam.
(IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit)
Bios hands them some coordinates to some random galaxy. "6th Planet from the sun is where we are. Planet White, of the solar system Nepar, in Sector 2 of the Region Raffib." He states, rubbing his screen. "General Wilco and his family run that solar system." He rubs his screen again. "If you don't mind... I need a nap..."
He starts to fall asleep, his screen showing some Z's floating on it.
(I'm still building that entire region up, forgive my silliness of saying that.)
(Nephira Orbit)
Wilco nods and looks down at Nephira. "Any reason we're here?"
(I've forgotten a lot about this plot again... crap...)
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
Katin nodded, “Right, I’ve transported before but your method is certainly different than our own.” He said. Closing his eyes and keeping a steady and calm breathing.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
“Hmm? I suppose you’re probably right. Yes let’s go see about that.” He turned to Esme, “Go ahead and see to your people Esme. I’ll head back to my own kingdom with this old wolf. We’ll get some of our Militia’s resources back over here to assist in defensive measures.” He said.
“Thank you darling. Always a pleasure to have you boys help an old woman as myself. It still astonishes me how well you and your brother hold yourselves at such a young age.” She said with a sincerely appreciative smile. Damien just grinned back and turned back to Gray.
“Alright Gray, do you wanna come back my way? Or use whatever ship you have to head to my home?”
(Wilco it’s all good, I’ve been gone for Basic Training for two months so it’s understandable.”)
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*Terror Wing*
"Sweet," Fayam noted. He went off to get a bite, easily digging into the food he found there. He was anything but a picky eater, though he never touched any alcohol. 'Shouldn't fly with half a brain,' was his motto, and he kept to it.
*New Romulus*
Anna said, "I know. I only don't know if you guys have a ship of some sort for yourself. Anyway..." She turned to the radio. "Anna to New Romulus, Faith is ready to continue operations. Requesting contact with president D'Tan."
*Earth*
In her rush, Mary almost ran over someone at the spaceport. She hastily excused herself before dashing on. She wouldn't rest until she found her shop.
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*Mongdrigo, Landing Bay*
"No no,* Garrus shook his head. "Brottleheim had lackies bust him out, no doubt. If I had to wager, he'll wage war against this galaxy for locking him up."
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Coburn shook his head. "Killing him would ruin this planet. Marghulis is the only captain willing to brave uncharted and unknown asteroid belts for ice."
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*** Mongdrigo, Landing Bay ***
"And why was he locked up in the first place?" Malgus asked. "What was his crime?"
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"You forget, you now have Sith forces here, any of whom would be willing to do that for Lord Malgus," Ahsoka told Coburn. "You underestimate the loyalty of those who willingly work alongside Sith Lords."
*** IKV Terror Wing, approaching meeting location ***
"If she wants to use the comms, she can, so long as she doesn't give my position away," Rhea said to Flier.
*** New Romulus ***
"President D'Tan has retired for the evening, but I might be able to put you in contact with Admiral Obisek," the presidential aide told Anna.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria ***
The transport experience would be quick, and before Katin knew it, he would be in the halls of a D'Derridex Warbird. The lights would be flickering and some would bee out, but they'd still see clearly where they were going. A hologram jackal approached them. "You two must be the party we were expecting from down planetside. Come on - command crew is being held on the bridge."
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
"Orders from the DMC and our Imperial Friend, Grand Admiral Thrawn - we're to eliminate Majestic 12 forces however and wherever we can," Vhikarev told Wilco. "And MJ12's presence here begs an explanation."
*** IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit ***
"Great, I'll head there en route to Dragon'taan," Travis said. "You go get some rest." He looked to a nearby crewman. "Soldier, show mister Bios to his quarters." The crewman nodded, and headed for the bridge exit.
*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
"First off, it's not Tal, it's Tal Shiar - and they're the clandestine intelligence branch of the Romulan Star Empire. At least, they were. Now they're practically their own faction, ever since the Romulan Empire's fall from power after the Hobus Disaster. They are often seen working with Klingons from the rogue House of Duras, and they recently added the forces of the House of Torg to their numbers. What they're doing on Corneria, we don't know; that's one thing we want you to find out," General Wulf explained. "We contacted the Star Fox team for assistance, but unfortunately, we don't know if they'll be available to aid us, given their own activity. If they are, we'll send them to aid you. If that happens, a word of advice: Avoid talking at any length about Krystal. At all."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus force-pulled a piece of cloth with a red "XII" from his desk and showed it to Michen. "Did either of them have a symbol like this?" he asked.
"Yes," Kira responded. "Just trying to calm Shiloh down."
"Jason! Front and center!" Drake called up to his son.
"Coming!" Jason responded from somewhere upstairs.
*** Belsavis ***
"Hey, hey, it's okay," K'Tath told the woman in a soft tone. "You're alright. You're safe." He paused, then decided to introduce himself. "My name is K'Tath Indari. What's yours?"
*** Ma'hara, Lupe's home. ***
Kayla began flipping through the channels, looking for something good to watch on this god-forsaken planet.
*** Coronet City, Corellia ***
Vitani twirled her lightsaber and deactivated it. "Pah - amateur," she scoffed before heading inside.
*** New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
"Mom!" Malcom protested.
"You're mother's right, kiddo - you need to slow down. You don't want to end up with a belly ache like last time, do you?" Markus told his son.
"But mom says I have to eat all my food," Malcom responded.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"Hnh," Gideon commented, taking another bite of his food. He again looked at his wedding band. "Does it ever bother you that your married last name is Grey?" He chuckled before adding, "Mrs. Celina Grey. God, that must annoy your father..."
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
Saraabi took the ring and slipped it around her finger. "Better late than never at all," she said with a broad smile.
***DMCS Inauisitor, Dromund Kaas Orbit ***
Once Nova was aboard his vessel, Andronikos and a pair of soldiers were there to greet him. "General Suleyk is waiting for you on the bridge - this way."
And once Nova was aboard, the Inquisitor made best speed for Dragon'taan.
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*** IKV Terror Wing, approaching meeting location ***
"She'd kinda have to , at least to the ship that'll pick her up." Flier said with a sigh.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
Grey was getting back into his armor "I'll take my way, thanks." The wolf said as he shut the hatch on the battle armor...
**indari Manor Dragon'taan**
Amie shook her head hearing Drake, "Why does he have to do that..." she sighed looking to Shiloh, "what's wrong, Honey?"
Shiloh looked to her mother "I'm afraid of Uncle's new friend." Shiloh replied simply.
"Uncle wouldn't bring in someone he doesn't trust, don't worry, little one." Amie replied patting the young vixen on the head.
*** Belsavis ***
"C-O 27" the unclothed Lucario woman replied.
*** Ma'hara, Lupe's home. ***
"Not going to find much, the planet is a desert after all ,most you'll find are the local sandstorm reports and the regional DMC/NCC space news." Lupe told Kayla.
*** Coronet City, Corellia ***
Vitani's assailant 'limped' away as he, vanished deeper into the city....
***New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
"Yes, but I didn't say you had to eat it all ,the instant you got it, you can take some home if you'll eat it." Krystal sighed....
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"He'll live." Celina replied, eating her food...
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
"I suppose ,but i didn't know if you wanted a ring or not considering, the hazards it can bring, speaking of which i made sure it's non-conductive so it shouldn't be a problem." Kayle explained.
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*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
Amount of information Fel has just received was decent he would say. But unfortunately, he has got now more questions than answers. Perhaps it's just because he rarely worked beyond of Voss and thus have had no clue about Tal Shiar. What was really strange because the grey alien has good relationships with Voss-Ka intelligence service and for some unknown for him reasons, that intelligence branch was a thing about which Fel hasn't been aware.
"Good. I'll do what I can. But before I'll start my investigation: any ideas on where I can start or someone who I can ask for clues? It's my first and I hope not the last, visit on Corneria so my hands a little... tied". Replied Fel silently agreed to not talking about Krystal. Basically, all he wanted from the Star Fox team is the cooperation with them. Dranghyr almost never ask personal questions (in case it isn't an interrogation) so Wulf might be sure - the black panther can trust Fel about the blue vixen. However, the Turian would like to know why he can't talk about Krystal. Simply because there might be something with what he might help as well.
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***DMCS Inquisitor***
"Gah," Nova said, falling backward as the ship accelerated. "You're obviously used to your intertia dampeners, but i'm not. I'm going to have to sit down." he said, taking an empty seat and sitting in the bridge, looking out the windows.
***DICEF***
-Shipment Received Transporter Caine you may warp back to Homeworld-
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~ Dragon'taan, Fox Force Knight Mansion ~
Michen shook his head. "I can't remember..." There's only so much brain capacity that could be used when one is trying to... well, not die. It was no wonder everything would be so hazy, even though it practiacally happened yesterday.
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*Mongdrigo, Landing Bay*
Garrus chuckled coldly, gesturing with a withered paw. "Gods' divine, what wasn't his crime? Razed peaceful planets to cinders, enslaved entire species with an iron fist, attacked merchant fleets. Worst yet, he loosed horrid chemical and biological weapons upon peaceful, savage planets without mercy."
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Coburn shook head. "There's a monster in that part of space. Goes by Brottleheim. I've never seen his face, and from the stories I've heard from Garrus, I don't want to."
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Home of Hysteria***
Katin fell against the wall, holding his stomach with one hand. He was used to magical means of instant transport but his body was not acclimated to this form of teleportation. Nauseated, he stood back up and tooth some deep breaths. “Right, let’s go then.”
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Aapoake***
“Alright then, I’m sure you know where you’re going then. See you there. Oh, and please be careful landing that thing in my courtyard. If you crush my garden you’re a dead man!” He said with a grin. He took out a small black gem and crushed it in his hand. Throwing the crystal dust in front of him which swirled into a magical portal back to the front door of his home. He stepped through and was transported back to Ceol. He then chose to wait for his esteemed guest to arrive.
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*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
The jackal frowned a bit in concern. "If you want, I can call a medic," he offered as he started down the corridor.
*** DMCS Inquisitor, En Route to Dragon'taan ***
"Yes, I do admit they can be a bit jarring at times," Vokun admitted. He took off his metallic, skull-looking helmet, revealing piercing blue eyes, a gaunt, pale-white, tattooed face, and red facial hair, the goatee tapered to a point. He indicated the light brown-skinned human. "I imagine you already met Andronikos."
Andronikos nodded to Nova. "Not often Darth Nox lets outsiders aboard his ship," he commented, his voice coarse and gruff, indicating many years as an experienced pirate.
"Come, now, Andronikos - Nova is not an outsider. He is a guest," Vokun corrected him. "As for my other crew members... well, my apprentices, Ashara and Xalek, are around here somewhere, my archeologist is down in the labs, and my Dashade Bodyguard, Khem Val... well, I don't know where he is."
"Last I saw him was just before I bumped into our guest, and he was downstairs with that artifact you found - the one from your ancestor," Andronikos said.
*** Mongdrigo, Landing Bay ***
Malgus' brow furrowed in concern over this, wondering just why such a creature was ever allowed to get out. Either that thing broke out, or the people holding him were idiots.
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"A spaceborne monster, huh?" Ahsoka said. "I've seen my fair share of those. Tyranids were the worst."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus sighed, then put the cloth away. "Well, you rest up in the meantime. Feel free to use my chambers if the kids get to be too much. If you remember anything, let me know."
*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
Wulf was about to speak when a familiar voice cried out, "General! General Wulf!" Nearby, Fox, his girlfriend Farah, Slippy, and Falco were approaching from behind Fel.
"Ah! Just in time!" Wulf said in an uncharacteristically lighthearted tone. "Mister Fel, Fox McCloud. Fox, this is Fel. He's going to be working with you to eliminate the Tal Shiar and their House of Duras friends."
Fox smiled, and extended a hand. "Fox McCloud. How do you do?"
*** Belsavis ***
"Co 27, huh...? Well, I'm not gonna use it. What about... Cobalt? Can I call you Cobalt?" K'Tath asked.
*** Coronet City, Corellia ***
Vitani walked into the Mercenary Enclave, and wandered to a contract terminal, looking over the contracts, hoping there'd be something she could user her K'Vort on...
***New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
"But mom--" Malcom protested.
"Malcom," Markus said sternly, "Mind your mother." To Krystal, Markus thought, He is just like me when I was that age...
*** Ma'hara, Lupe's home. ***
"Hnh... got any movies?" Kayla inquired.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"I wasn't saying--" Gideon started indignantly. "Jeez, woman, you make it sound like we physically hurt him..."
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
"Even so, honey, this is perfect," Saraabi told Kayle. She wrapped her arms around him. "Only question that remains is whether or not you want an official ceremony."
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Courtyard***
A Anhur (https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Anhur) Vtol craft hovered over the court yard dropping off Grey who slid to the ground via a grappling cable, then stood waiting for Damien....
*** Belsavis ***
"That would be better than a mix of letters and numbers..." Cobalt replied..."But if your giving me a name, what would you do with me?" she asked standing up and looking into K'Tath's dragon-shifter eyes, as if sizing him up based only on her perception of his eyes. she shivered a bit, being unclothed tended to leave one a bit cold after all...
***New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
'Were you that stubborn?' Krystal asked in response, telepathically turning to Malcom. "I said you can take it home if you will eat it all, you don't have to eat it all now if you want to, but part of the deal of coming with us to eat was that you would eventually eat all of what you get, you don't have to eat all of it ,just the chicken.."
*** Ma'hara, Lupe's home. ***
"They're in the hidden panel next to the Tv..." Lupe explained, getting up to show her the hidden panel that had movies and housed all the other Tv equipment, a Cd player, a DVD player, VHS and the large transmitter system.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"He'll hardly lose any sleep over it, I don't see what the big deal is." Celina replied.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
"I'd rather have a ceremony with you, alone ,but first" Kayle paused, standing up and walking to the edge of the room, placing something on the floor, all of a sudden a holographic band appeared in the room, Kayle now with an electric guitar signaled the band and Kayle played the lead guitar and sung the lyrics to Africa (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mk5Dwg5zm2U)
*** Coronet City, Corellia ***
One contract in particular, was about stealing an old trade federation Core ship, however the owner would be listed as a MJ12, the contact info didn't have much other than a rendezvous location in the Dragon'taan system.
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*Mongdrigo, Landing Bay*
Garrus sighed, accepting defeat. "Lord Malgus. What are we going to do?"
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Coburn shrugged. "Never heard of 'em. Are they a war criminal too?"
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*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
"Orders from the DMC and our Imperial Friend, Grand Admiral Thrawn - we're to eliminate Majestic 12 forces however and wherever we can," Vhikarev told Wilco. "And MJ12's presence here begs an explanation."
*** IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit ***
"Great, I'll head there en route to Dragon'taan," Travis said. "You go get some rest." He looked to a nearby crewman. "Soldier, show mister Bios to his quarters." The crewman nodded, and headed for the bridge exit.
(Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit)
"You think its something to do with the resources of Nephira?" He asks curiously. "I wonder what the MJ12 ship caught in our beam has that they may want...?" He mumbles to himself.
(IKV Rogue, Corneria Orbit)
Bios follows sleepily, keeping part of his screen open to follow the crewman.
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~ Dragon'taan, Fox Force Knight Mansion ~
Michen nodded, deciding to rest a bit and check out a bit more of the upper floors of the mansion by himself later on. That was gonna be interesting. Needing no further encouragement, the feral lied down and made himself comfortable on the floor. There, now it should be easier to sort his thoughts out.
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*Terror Wing*
Fayam ate until he got stuffed, wolfing down a surprising amount of food for a bird his size.
*New Romulus*
Anna shook her head. "No need to. We'll just take it easy and call back tomorrow." With that, she closed communication and went to bed. The rest followed her example, though Faith wasn't equipped with guest rooms for Temer and co- at least, not anymore.
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*** DMCS Inquisitor, En Route to Dragon'taan ***
He shakes Andronikos' hand, greeting himself as Nova, leader of the Draycon Colonization Efforts. "I'm fairly new to the galaxy. Dromund Kaas was the first place our long-range scanners located. Once I got there, I was able to setup transmitters so I can keep contact with Homeworld. The base will be fine without me. The A.I is competent enough. Hopefully."
***DICEF***
-Where's the backup systems? Why can't I connect?-
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Nnngh...no it’s alright. I can manage. If I can get some water though, that would be nice.” Katin said as he took a few more deep breaths to stabilize himself. “I’m ready when you are, let me get a good look at these MJ12.”
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Courtyard***
Damien saw the ship and walked around to the courtyard. Seeing Grey, he welcomed him with revelry. “Welcome! To the city of Ceol, the main hub of the Kingdom of Ceol. Glad you could find yourself here with ease.” He said.
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*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
"Just Fel". Said Turian to Wulf first and then turned his attention to the Star Fox team. It was the first time for the last three month when Fel was really happy. Basically, he was a guy who usually was modest when it comes about emotions, but personal meeting with such an epic team can't not be reflected on his grey-blue face. So he happily shook Fox' hand smiling as best as Turian' facial mimic has lets that. "Name Fel, or 'Thirteenth' if it might be easier to pronounce. It's an honor for me to meet and get the opportunity to work with you all. Now, what the job we have to do now? I heard someone here brought some news"
Back on Voss, Fel has had the nickname 'Thirteenth' and has engraved 'XIII' tattoo on his right arm. Even though it was the number of his infiltration team while he has been operation back there on Voss, actually it was long term operation undercover which has been aimed to reveal a syndicate which wanted to kill Voss' trade federation president and during the operation, most of his colleague from both sides talked with him by his nickname. So if one day he returns to his homeworld planet, people who knew him would still call him as 'Thirteenth'. The undercover mission has lasted for almost a year so it was obvious why Fel name was his numbered alias. At least on Voss.
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*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
"Straight to the point? I like this guy already," Falco commented. Fox audibly chuckled.
"Come with me, I'll bring you up to speed," Fox offered. He started for one of the hallways while speaking, "I imagine you heard about the Sith Covenant invasion of Corneria?"
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
The Jackal lead Katin to the bridge of the Warbird, where several MJ12 Officers sat tied up. They all glared at Katin defiantly. Mesmerin cracked his knuckles.
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
"More than likely, what the MJ12 ship has are answers that the rulers of Nephira want. And just as likely, MJ12 was sizing up Nephira looking for anything of value to steal," Vhikarev commented.
*** DMCS Inquisitor, En Route to Dragon'taan ***
"AIs usually are quite competent," Vokun assured him. "And honestly, I'm surprised you seemed unaffected by the Dark Force energies that permeate Dromund Kaas. Outsiders who set for there are often driven mad by those energies. Though, now that I think on it, those energies are largely concentrated on the tombs and the Sith Citadel."
*** IKV Terror Wing, Unspecified Meeting Location ***
The Terror Wing arrived at the meeting spot, and Rhea sent out a coded signal for Durok. Sure enough, Durok's ship de-cloaked, and so did the Terror Wing. Rhea activated the ship's intercom. "All senior personnel, report to the bridge."
*** Mongdrigo, Landing Bay ***
"I'll have to consult my command staff before making any kind of decision," Malgus commented. He looked to Garrus. "In the meantime, keep a close eye on orbital traffic and comms. Anything so much as twitches in this general direction, I want to know about it. Clear?"
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"No, but they're scythe-handed monstrosities you don't ever wanna face alone. Bloodthirsty as demons, too - you so much as cross their path, they'll rip you apart and devour you," Ahsoka responded. "Last run-in I had with them was when I was with my old master, just after the Reconciliation at Endor. We had gotten trapped in an alien facility while investigating a crashed alien ship. Place was filled with them. Not one of my better ops..."
*** Belsavis ***
K'Tath felt a pang of sorrow for Cobalt. He felt she must be freezing. He turned away, inadvertently giving Cobalt a look at his lightsabers, while he went to get a blanket. He would throw it over her shoulders and back, and looked her in the eyes. "We'll figure this out, bit by bit. Right now, we need to get off Belsavis. So follow me, and do as I say." He then went for the cockpit of his ship and sat down, getting the ship ready for takeoff. "Might wanna sit down and strap in - upthrust can be jarring on this ship."
*** New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
No, I was eating what I could, while I could at that age, Markus responded. Malcom began putting what was left of his food into a to-go box.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"Don't give me that, baby, you know what I mean - what father doesn't dread the day his daughter gets married?" Gideon told Celina. "Before long, he'll be grumbling about being the old man because he has little kids running around calling him Grandpa."
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
Saraabi smiled and sat down, enjoying the show her would-be husband was putting on.
*** Coronet City, Corellia ***
Vitani took particular interest in the contract with the Coreship, though she hadn't a clue who MJ12 was. She imagined she'd get more details from the contact - which was another added bonus: The contact was in the Dragon'taan system... exactly where she needed to go. She uploaded her acceptance of the mission, and beamed up to the IKS Furiam, ordering the helmsman to set course for that system...
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Courtyard***
"Wasn't that hard to find, thank you for the welcome, where should I be?" Grey asked.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Unspecified Meeting Location ***
"Ooh i just love, klingon talk, straight to the point, no nonsence... not like that crappy federation..." Flier almost squealed with glee on seeing the ship decloak.... "not to mention that wounderful warrior pride and spirit." the yellow Arcanine women added, doing a sort of Klingon high-five with one of the crew...
*** Belsavis ***
Cobalt turned towards the smaller case, "What about my stuff?" she asked pointing to the smaller case her arm extending out of the blanket she covered herself with.
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*** DMCS Inquisitor, En Route to Dragon'taan ***
"I did tell you, but that was a while ago, but for a long time the Draycon race was stuck in hyperspace. I think we'll be fine with Dark Energies. However, i'm not so sure of the competence of my A.I. I forgot it on Dromund, and it's more sentient then you think." He looked out the window, watching the stars flash by.
***DICEF***
-What happens if I cross these two wires?- loud crack of electricity as a transformer blew out -Ow-
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*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
(Rom, if there any valuable info about Sith Covenant invasion of Corneria, please point me out (as PM if you want). Reading all previous 330 pages ain't a fun thing <.<)
It was good that Fel has been warmly accepted to the team, now he hoped that he won't ruin an impression of the reliable operative. Still, he needs a lot of information and as he can judge from Fox' speech, Tal and Sith might somehow be connected. Or do they were the same thing? And hence the Thirteenth saluted to Wulf and followed for his new team.
"Thanks, mate". Replied Turian to the falcon, being a bit flattered. Then his speech was directed to McCloud. "That is why I'm here, Fox. After Voss, I decided to continue to fight against the covenant, so Corneria was is an obvious choice, considering what are such epic guys fighting here. I can say you have a pretty decent fan base on several planets. Voss Mystics are secured from the hands of Sith covenant so my presence there is useless for now.". Walking along Star Fox team said Fel and the way he walking and talking was looked like he was their bodyguard because of his height and exo-suit which distinguished him out against the Fox' team.
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~ Dragon'taan, Fox Force Knight Mansion ~
Michen turned onto his back, making connections between the events that happened that he wouldn't able to make in the moment. Doing so, he made a shocking revelation. There was one thing that surpassed everything that he had learned for so far, and that clearly gave a "wait, what" expression on his face. How in the world was he still alive?
One thing he remembered was that people were destroying the planet. Slowly but surely, nature was being eliminated, together with all the animals living in it. Yet, he was alive and well in Cairo, hundreds of years later. But that meant humanity, or the anthros, must've pulled their survival off somehow. What happened whilst he was down and out?
Don't worry about it. Just be happy you're safe.
Oh, it was nice to be safe again all right. He had been in danger for quite some time on Earth. Though, it probably felt longer than it actually was. That's how it usually goes when your life is on the line.
Wait, hold on a second! The snow leopard seemed to be smiling, and his eyes showed a renewed spark of happiness. The voice he just heard sounded much more feminine than the voice he normally used to think. Yet, at the same time, the voice still seemed to come from within his own head. But that would mean...
Yep. I'm glad you're back, Michen. Even after it has been hundreds of years.
Heh. It was nice to know some things did survive the teeth of time.
And you're acting surprised to that!
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Katin glared at the tied up MJ12. His eyes giving off a shining and dead stare. His very body was emanating a sense of death that filled the air around them. He gently walked over to the tied crew. Each step making a single sound that echoed off the metal floor. He was more than furious and it was very noticeable in his tone of voice. “You...you dare attack my home?” He said as a black and purple smoke-like energy swirled around to his back from his body and formed a steel scythe blade. It was clean and sleek with no handguard except for tight cloth wrapped around the stave. “Do you know who you’ve attacked?
Trux purgamenta hujus lutum!” He started speaking in a strange language, same as the incantations from before.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Courtyard***
“Right this way. Come inside, let’s see what my brother and the Admiral have been discussing shall we?” He said inviting him inside. The courtyard was very elegant and filled with colorful flora that brimmed with fauna and other life.
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*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"And we would have succeeded in our attack had these alien filth not--" sneered what appeared to be the ship's XO.
"Can it, Kromm, before you provoke the man," stated the captain of the vessel. He looked to Katin, a calm on his face not present in the rest of the crew. "I'm Captain Freidrich Steiner, Warbird Stalingrad."
*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
"Then you know they did a lot of damage in the short time they were here," Fox continued. "What gets me is, I have recently come upon information that they were not the ones who brought the Sith Covenant here - rather, the Sith Covenant came here because of them. Why that is, we still do not know, and is at this point irrelevant - the CDF has its hands full as it is with damage control, and the 601st are busy quelling holdouts from the Sith Covenant left here - so it's up to us to both find out what the Tal Shiar and their Klingon friends are doing here... and eliminate them. More intel to feed the ghouls at the Intelligence Office would help us piece together just why Corneria was targeted by this s***storm."
"Coincidentally enough, this all started the day archeological teams discovered something in a ruin way south of here," Farah commented. "One of the local Jedi called it a 'Holocron'."
"A shame I didn't get to examine it," Slippy sighed. "I could have accessed the data inside."
*** DMCS Inquisitor, En Route to Dragon'taan ***
"I was merely saying, be careful; the Dark Side of the Force can drive mad even the most prepared," Vokun cautioned Nova. Just then, a Kaleesh male with a bone mask, white robes, and a lightsaber staff walked into the room, stopping just shy of Nova, and turning to look at him with his bright yellow eyes. Vokun noticed this, and indicated him. "Nova, meet the second of my apprentices, Xalek." The Kaleesh nodded, then walked toward the front of the bridge. "Don't mind him - even among my cadre, he's notoriously close-lipped. Always was."
*** IKV Terror Wing, Unspecified Meeting Location ***
And speaking of Klingon, one of the Klingon crewmen on the bridge spoke to Rhea, saying in his native tongue that Durok's ship was hailing them. Rhea snapped off a response, and immediately, Durok was seen. He and Rhea conversed, and one particular comment caused Durok to look to Fayam, if he were on the bridge. "That right?" he asked in plain English. "You sealed off that tomb, rescued Rhea, and fought the Imperials and took back the ship? Commendable, even for a non-Klingon. Quite commendable."
*** Belsavis ***
"We'll secure it, for now. We can go through it once we're clear of Belsavis," K'Tath responded. He started for the cockpit, settling in on the Pilot's seat.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
While Drake and Jason got ready to head out, there was a knock on the manor front door, and the sound of heavy footsteps in the man foyer. Mathayus' doors were wide open, and big, yellow dragon eyes peered in at Michen.
"Are you sure she's not busy, mom?" a young human male with a lion tail - Tyber Drakona - asked. "I don't want her parents to get mad at you."
"Kiddo, you worry too much," said the boy's father, Viktor Drakona, a human Dragon-Shifter.
"Reminds me of someone else I know," jested the mother, Kabier Drakona, a beautiful Lioness with long, brown hair.
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*Mongdrigo, Landing Bay*
Garrus stood with a groan. “Yes, my Lord.” He turned to shuffle off.
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
“Huh,” Coburn grunted. “Sound pretty dangerous. Though we haven’t seen anything like that.” He tapped his chin and looked around. “Well, should we continue th-.” A couple EMTs ran past into the hospital, carrying a screaming soldier. A few bloody holes were punched in his armor, and he was missing an arm. The group quickly disappeared into the hospital and set to work.
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*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
"More than likely, what the MJ12 ship has are answers that the rulers of Nephira want. And just as likely, MJ12 was sizing up Nephira looking for anything of value to steal," Vhikarev commented.
(Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit)
Wilco nods and watches the ship, slightly bored.
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*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
"Holocrons can be open only by Force users. You have to be either Jedi or a Sith. Are you one of them, Slippy? About biotic guys, I'm not sure. I know it because I have been working with Voss Mystics who are considering themselves as grey Jedi.". Said Fel with a bit joking tone imaging Toad as a lightsaber master. It would be really funny to see the frog cutting apart enemies with the lightsaber. Thirteenth has seen different species, even some Gungans, as Force users so there won't be a big surprise to see Toad with a lightsaber or two. Damn, even Hutts could be Jedi (but they're almost all of them are criminals and slave traders, so Hutt Jedi might appear like once per ten years), therefore on their background, Slippy would look just fine.
Still, the provided by Farah event has almost the same description as it was on Voss, almost the same scenario, just with Gormak instead of the Covenant (and with different datacron), which was Voss-only specimen and gotten ability to go into Space recently. So maybe there was some sense to inspect those ruins if any chance might be provided. As for now, Thirteenth wanted to focus on the primary task which looked a bit... confusing him.
"Alright, then let's go to the Intelligence Office. And in case we won't find anything there, these ruins might be the clue, so I'd like to check it. Since the scenario looks too similar for me as it was on the Voss. And... what do you mean by 'to feed the ghouls'?". Asked Turian, looked really confused upon pronounced the last part of his speech and rubbed the back of the head. Are there were ghouls or what?
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Courtyard***
"I have to say your gardening is impressive." Grey said as he followed Damien.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Unspecified Meeting Location ***
Flier watched the conversation ,mainly making sure things went smoothly.
*** Belsavis ***
"But it's all here." Cobalt said opening the small case revealing some sort of small device no larger than a single computer chip...
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Tigress and Amie both turned to the door "Hi Kabby." they both said in unison, looking at each other oddly for a moment.....
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
Kayle finished the song and the band vanished as the hologram ended "So umm now what?" he asked.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
He looked over at the Captain of the vessel, “I am Katin Hysteria. One of the two kings of the kingdom of Ceol. Your presence in my home is unwelcomed. You attack my friends and neighboring kingdoms. All the while, innocents pay for the destruction you bring? If it weren’t for the Admiral next to me I’d have your very souls ripped from your bodies as payment for your transgressions...” Katin said. Angry and craving the balance in judgement that should be paid. “What have you to say?”
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Courtyard***
“ Thank you~ I do my best in the upkeep. This courtyard is filled with floral life gathered from all around the world. It brings many a wildlife to my home in search of a home of their own.” Damien said joyfully. “Lets get inside, we should see what news my brother has.” As he finished speaking another voice shouted out to them at the gate to the mansion.
“Damien! Where the heck have you been?” They said. Standing in the doorway was a lion adorned in light golden metal armor with crimson red trim on top of a thin layer of leather armor. Red hair down the left side of his head while the other side had been shaved down. “Your brother left for the ship up in space without you.”
“WHAT?!” Damien yelled.
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*Terror Wing*
Fayam had hastened to the bridge when the call for the personnel came to see what was going on. When Durok complimented him, all he did was saying, "Yep. All in a day's work. Rhea and some others did help me, though. Regardless, I was just doing my job."
*New Romulus*
Anna and the gang slept in to late morning. Then, Anna retried connecting to D'Tan: "Anna to New Romulus. Is president D'Tan available?"
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Unspecified Meeting Location ***
"Regardless, it seems you've earned friends among the Klingon Empire," Durok responded. "You'll have to drop by Qo'nos sometime. Regardless, I will send you contact information, and you can work out your fee with my contacts. I trust I can get in contact with you again in the future should I need--" He was cut off when one of his crewmen whispered something in his ear, and his brow furrowed in concern.
*** New Romulus ***
As it was, it was President D'Tan himself that answered Anna's call. "As it happens, I've been hoping you'd call; we have a situation with one of our allies."
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"Just following orders - and my orders were to observe only," Steiner responded. "I was not the one to give the attack order. In fact, I'm not sure who gave the order - probably those brutes from the House of Duras or Torg - whoever it was. It's possible some of my ships joined the fray out of bloodlust. But I did not order the attack."
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
Wilco might have a surprise if he walked near the comms console, where the hologram feline tried to get his attention. "Sir," she told him, "You have an incoming transmission from Grand Admiral Thrawn."
*** Belsavis ***
"Oh," K'Tath responded, a little embarrassed he didn't know that. "Still, store that somewhere and come on - I want to get off-world ASAP."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Is Shiloh here?" Kabier asked. "Tyber wanted to see her."
"Call it a play date," Viktor chuckled.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
Saraabi didn't verbally respond, but slipped the ring on her finger, wrapped her arms around her would-be husband, and went to kiss him.
*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
"Foxie doesn't like the people who work Intelligence - he's creeped out by them and irritated by them playing the cryptic routine," Falco responded.
"Regardless, the ruins are the first stop - they might tell us something we don't already know," Fox said. "And we're also going there because we recently picked up faint signals in that area, and the General is concerned that the Tal Shiar may be operating in the area. Any questions?"
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
Ahsoka closed her eyes and grumbled to Coburn, "Do I even wanna know?"
*** Mongdrigo, Landing Bay ***
Malgus looked back to the ship captain. "Can I trust you to conduct your business here without incident?"
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Unspecified Meeting Location ***
"Captain, I'm getting a long range Hail from the NCD Borealis, they say their going to be near us in about 5-7 minutes..." Flier notified her sister. Flier put her hand to the bottom of her muzzle thinking "Nari.." she muttered.
Indeed just out of both ships sensor range the Borealis (https://i.imgur.com/oK7TxcZ.png) decloaked and slowly headed towards the Klingon vessels.
*** Belsavis ***
"Secure? but it's mine and it's here..." the lucario girl replied confused as she place the device into her tail hiding it in her fur...
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"She's right behind, her aunt, kira." Amie pointed out.
"I think it's more than just a, 'play date' " Tigress chuckled.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
Kayle got the cue and also leaned in for a kiss.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"I don't think you get it Gideon, I don't care, he's gonna have to live with it, unfortunately..."Celina giggled a bit.
*** New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
Krystal didn't respond just thinking on what Markus had told her... "Ready to go home, Malcom?" she asked.
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*Mongdrigo, Landing Bay*
Marghulis waved nonchalantly. "Of course, never had an incident here."
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Coburn shrugged. "Looks like another skirmish with the mutants. I'm not surprised, they're not too pleased with Lord Malgus. His temple, to them, is blasphemous. They believe there's something that exists within tiberium, and they commune with it. Since Malgus's bringing new beliefs..." The Mongdrigan shrugged dejectedly.
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*Terror Wing*
Durok's frown raised the feathers on the back of Fayam's neck. He had a feeling for trouble and it was yelling at him like a madsman. He expected some sort of complication. Carefully, he commented, "Bad news, I presume?"
*New Romulus*
Anna raised her eyebrows. "Coincidentally, I was just about to inform you we were going to continue operations. How curious. Anyway, what do you need us for?"
*Earth*
Mary got super upset when she heard civil transports to Corneria were only slowly picking up again. She was determined to catch the first best flight she could get on.
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*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
It was funny to see, that Fel's furry friend was scared by the Intelligence because the Turian was from the Voss Intelligence Service and despite he never is boasted, Thirteenth was one of the best. Not only when it comes about getting intel, but also counterintelligence as well. His broad tactical experience at breaking the ranks of the enemy and striking when no one expected - this is where Fel was the proficient person. And now his experience has been turned against Tal Shiar and its allies.
"Maybe one - do you guys have radio signals interception devices? Because I can't take my ship with me, I would like to make use of other tools if possible because the signal could be a trap.". Replied Fel and Falco could note that once the bird said about McCloud' past with reconnaissance units, XIII grinned. Turian damn loved Lombardi' way to tell information and he suspected, that they both will might become the best friends ever. Yes, Fel' sense of humor was meh, but he always welcomed a wise portion of humor and the feathered one doing excellent.
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*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
"CDF is still working to restore our comms equipment, which was destroyed during the invasion," Slippy answered. "It was our friends in the 601st that picked up the signal. I might be able to procure a portable unit so we can get a better idea of what this signal is, but that would require a visit to the 601st's staging grounds near the government enclave."
*** Docks, Bespin ***
"Hey, pal," came a voice from behind Tybalt, "You've been standing there for a while. Where ya headed?" If Tybalt turned around, he'd see a panther dressed in grey Jedi robes with a lightsaber clipped to his belt.
*** IKV Terror Wing, Unspecified Meeting Location ***
"We may not have that kind of time," Rhea told her sister.
Durok looked to Fayam. "I assume you remember Darth Torrentus?"
*** Mongdrigo, Landing Bay ***
Malgus nodded to the captain, and then headed off toward the command center.
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"Change can be a good thing," Ahsoka said. "What else has Malgus changed since his arrival?"
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
Gideon looked to Celina playfully. "Are you saying I'm an idiot?" he jested.
*** New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
"Yep!" Malcom replied, finishing off his plate. Markus just chuckled.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Shiloh?" Tyber called out. Viktor walked next to Amie.
"I think we both know what this really is," he told her. He leaned closer. "Tyber really likes her."
*** Belsavis ***
"That's fine, we still need to get moving," K'Tath said as he powered up the ship.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
"You realize, we're gonna have to explain this to my dad?" Saraabi told Kayle.
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~ Dragon'taan, Fox Force Knight Mansion ~
Michen turned around and sat back up again, and then noticed the dragon looking right at him. This surprised the feral, and to be honest, it scared him a little too. He was kinda thinking it, but still he didn't anticipate dragons being this big...
It's fine. You'll be all right.
Being all right how? The dragon was huge compared to him!
Yeah, but it doesn't have any evil intent, I don't believe.
...That actually made sense, seeing the dragon. It was surprisingly helpful to have what he would consider "a second person living in his head". A voice of reason, that seemed to process events that happened just a little differently than he did. It even appeared to be independent at times, but that only made it more nifty!
Hello? You have a visitor?
Oh, right. Michen focused his attention back to the somewhat scary dragon in front of him. Well, okay, it didn't seem so scary anymore knowing it didn't seem to have any bad intentions. Slowly his curiosity started taking over. He took a few steps towards the dragon, no longer afraid but still cautious.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I don't recall ever seeing you here," the Dragon spoke to Michen, his voice having a heavy-set Scottish accent. "What were you doing in my son's meditation chambers?"
*** Bespin ***
"Corneria?" The Jedi responded, a bit taken aback. "You sure you wanna head there? The place is a mess. Sure, the Sith Covenant have been driven from the area, but there's still a few holdouts and the unconfirmed reports of Tal Shiar activity there. What are you looking for there?"
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*** IKV Terror Wing, Unspecified Meeting Location ***
By the time Rhea responded, the Borealis was already within telporter range of both Klingon designed vessels "Still getting a hail from them.." Flier noted.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"No I'm saying that I'm going through with this, weather he agrees or not, I'm sure mom will calm him about it anyway." Celina replied.
*** New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
Krystal rolled her eyes, more playfully than anything, paying the bill and getting up "Don't forget your food." She told Malcom as she started to walk to the exit from their table.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh boy, Drake is gonna like that.." Amie chuckled.
Shiloh was still talking with her aunt and didn't notice Tyber or his parents enter...
*** Belsavis ***
"Then let's go already I don't see why your letting me hold you up." Cobalt replied walking to the bridge, connecting her hand spike to a computer port that would normally be used by astromech droids, and started up the ship herself. "All systems show nominal, what are you waiting for?"
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
"Eh i'll just have Krystal handle any 'bumps' I'm sure your mother is a wise Vixen, enough so that she saw this coming."
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*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
"So... let's visit 601th? See, even with my exo-suit I can't guarantee the success of the operation in case of well-planned ambush. As another option, if you have access to satellites, we could request area scan from the orbit from the place the signal had come from. Othwerise heading there would be a pure suicide". Scratching his chin said Fel. Of course, there was yet another option where XIII could make use of his suit and in case the team will run into a trap, he would escape easily and none of Star Fox team member wouldn't be in danger. "Or I can go there alone and check it out while you guys will be outside of the ruins somewhere nearby. And once I will sure the area is clear - I'll call you."
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Courtyard***
"Do you need a ride then?" Grey offered.
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~ Dragon'taan, Not Exactly Fox Force Knight's Mansion ~
Michen tilted his head, thinking about how exactly to explain this to himself. So a dragon was the father of a fox? ...Was he adopted?
Only you would think of this now...
Okay, this was one of those situations where having a second person living in his head was NOT helpful. Ah well, there were bound to be drawbacks.
"Um, I was put here by the star fox warrior to rest for a while..."
It hadn't even dawned to Michen that he hadn't even bothered to ask the name of that force user guy up to this point! Well, that could wait until he actually managed to connect enough dots properly to figure something out.
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*Terror Wing*
Fayam said, "Of course. You sent me to her to decode that message."
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Hmph...nonetheless, you still invaded my home with illicit intentions. What reason do you have being here?” He asked as he eyed down the rest of the crew. Examining the enemy before him.
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Courtyard***
He looked to Grey with snap. “Yes! Get me up there! My freaking brother thinks he can leave me down here?” He turns back to the lion, “Ushindi, get militiamen to Aapoake for assistance in defenses. Take Perle with you.”
The lion nodded and headed back in to gather a defensive unit.
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*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Courtyard***
"Alright, you prepared?" Grey asked as he tapped somthing on his arm just above his wrist. "The ship will be here soon!" Grey said, just as he said the Anhur from before soon came and hovered overhead it's wings tilting as it shifted into hover mode, sending down a ladder seeing as there wasn't enough space for it to set down.
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*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
Wilco might have a surprise if he walked near the comms console, where the hologram feline tried to get his attention. "Sir," she told him, "You have an incoming transmission from Grand Admiral Thrawn."
(Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit)
Wilco had gotten bored and wandered by the comms console, raising an eyebrow at the AI. "For whom?" He replies, glancing over at Vhikarev.
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Name: Sohdakin
Species: Rohkah (Dragon)
Gender: Male
Fur/scale color: Dark Gray
Eye color: Ice Blue(appears to glow)
Height: 9' (2.8 m) [7.5' at the shoulders with a 1.5' long neck]
Weight: ~2500 lbs (1134 kg)
Distinctive marks or appearance: lighter shade of gray on his chest and throat. Foot long scar down the center of his chest, which is normally covered by his uniform.
Attire: Either he is wearing a military uniform or he is in his power armor.
Occupation: Special Operations/Advanced Scout
Special abilities: Fire-breath, Fire-resistance, Flight
Short Bio: Sohdakin or Soda by his comrades, is the very definition of a professional soldier. Trained since he became a Spratling, he quickly made a name for himself in the profession of arms. He had a knack for them and could accurately shoot most anything handed to him. Though he preferred the big guns, which usually relegated him to a squad automatic weapon or hanging back as a sniper.
Because of his numerous accolades in combat and how he has proven himself time and time again to the Rohkan Empire, he was placed into the prestigious special operations unit in the Rohkah Military. A unit that often operated apart from one another as they possessed the skills and knowledge required to operate with autonomy.
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*Mongdrigo, Sith Command Center *
The command center was a hive of activity, as always. Bodies shuffled to and fro, delivering harvest reports, tactical information and patrol movements. Lieutenant Francis McCullin stood looking over a tactical holomap of a mutant stronghold. He dictated movements, strategies and engagement protocols.
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Coburn smiled. “Oh, everything! No more forced labor, children are being taught of the galaxy. Some have even gained admittance to the Temple, though they’re always sent away. Seems Mongdrigans lack whatever it is the temple’s looking for.”
-
(Welcome to the fold, Sohdakin. Feel free to post your intro when you're ready.)
*** Mongdrigo, Sith Command Center ***
Malgus approached the Lieutenant from behind. "I trust you are making progress, Lieutenant?" he asked.
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"More than likely, it's a lack of connection with the Force," Ahsoka commented. She paused, then added, "But I wonder if his lordship would be open to the idea of training your people in the art of Lightsabers? One need not be Jedi or Sith to learn the art of Lightsaber Combat."
*** Leaving Bespin ***
At a distance, well outside Tybalt's range, a single masked, cloaked individual watched him. He occasionally spoke very quietly, as though to himself, and tattooed on his arm was a red XII.
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
"For you," the feline responded. "He wants to talk to you. Something about Warfurs or something."
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"In this line of work, I am sometimes compromised by the fact that Command does not tell me everything. In this case, I was told there were gemstones and crystals with incredible energy focusing capabilities, and I was sent here to monitor the area in case anyone came looking. What I was not told was that you inhabited this world. I would have notified command, but we were under orders for strict radio silence," Steiner answered.
*** IKV Terror Wing ***
"Well, we just received a distress beacon from her - she's in trouble. Any available ships are being asked to head there to provide assistance," Durok said. "It's virtually unheard of that she'd ask assistance from anyone, so she must be in a bad way. Very bad."
Rhea leaned closer to Flier. "Tell Nari and the Borealis to do whatever they need to get Nari out and get going - I have a feeling we're being called into action here."
*** New Romulus ***
"The Romulan and alien forces under the command of an allied Romulan Sith, Darth Torrentus, are one of the few Romulan forces with direct ties to the old Star Empire that we directly and openly associate with," D'Tan explained. "Just this morning, I was handed a report that says she's under attack by Capellan Marauders. God knows why they targeted her, but I need any available ships to help her out of this mess. Admiral Obisek is heading up a task force to go lend her a hand, and if needs be, I can grant you a temporary ship to fly for this mission."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
The dragon chuckled. "Well, I can see why you'd call him that. Please, come out here - I won't hurt you." He chuckled, then added, "Even after they were born, both my sons were warriors. Though I didn't know of Mathayus' warrior spirit until he returned to the family."
"Shiloh?" Tyber called out, looking around for her.
"Right over here, pal," Kira responded.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
Gideon just shrugged and continued eating. "You ever think of meeting my parents?" he asked.
*** New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
Malcom grabbed his boxed food and followed his mother and father to the exit. "Was it good?" Markus asked.
"Yep!" Malcom answered. Markus chuckled, ruffling his son's head-fur.
"Good," he said. When he walked beside Krystal, he gingerly took her hand, as a non-verbal "I love you."
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
"That she is," Saraabi chuckled.
"Bridge to the Captain," went off the Intercom, causing Saraabi to roll her eyes and subtly grumble.
"Tokarev here," she responded.
"Captain, all personnel are aboard, and we are getting a call - New Romulus is calling any nearby available allied forces to go assist the forces of Darth Torrentus. She's being hit hard by Capellan Marauders." Saraabi frowned in concern on the mention of Capellan Marauders.
*** Belsavis ***
K'Tath strapped in, lifted off, and shot for orbit, dodging patrols and making for the edge of the system. "We need to visit a friend of mind on Coruscant - how are you with urban environments?" he asked Cobalt.
*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
"You can scout out the area, sure - but we'll be close by," Fox responded. "Sooner we get this done, sooner we can move on to the next mission."
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
Roc's ship landed at the outpost, and powered down. Roc looked to Alex. "Just stick close to me. Not many outsiders get to see a DF Outpost like this."
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*** IKV Terror Wing ***
"I'm way ahead of you, cleared a shuttle from the borealist to our docking bay their on their way back now, we're clear to go." Flier replied.
Flier's words were truthful, the Borealis was already turning around and charging up it's subspace drive.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Hmm" Shiloh called out.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"You never mentioned where they lived, so i couldn't even plan it." Celina noted.
*** New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
Krystal held Markus hand "Ever the charmer." She muttered.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
"Well, damn looks like fun times over." Kayle grumbled. "Where do you need me captain?"
*** Belsavis ***
The only response K'Tath got was a squeak from Cobalt when she ship shook she hadn't been in a seat and had fallen over, she was now on the ground kinda caught int the blanket he had given her.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"I take it your species is a bit secluded?" Alex asked, as she followed along with Roc, not saying any more.
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~ Dragon'taan, Not Exactly Fox Force Knight's Mansion ~
Michen slowly came closer, remaining cautious about the pretty big creature in from of him. He was just trying to process everything he had learned, and then this happened. All right, life. If you want to play this game.
It's not that bad...
Maybe not, but it was rather annoying. Oh well. It would be interesting to see what the dragon had to say either way... And maybe sate some of his curiosity?
"So... Are you the one that owns the mansion, then?"
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*Mongdrigo, Sith Command Center*
Lieutenant McCullin didn’t look up from the plans. “Yes m’lord. We’re advancing on schedule, despite the ravager attack. One transport lost a tread, but they’re repairing. It’s nearly endgame. Another ice-mine will surely be welcomed.”
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
“Light...saber? Oh! The weapons you and Lord Malgus carry. I suppose so, but such a weapon may not see use on our battlefields.” Coburn shrugged. “Perhaps they’ll see use as mining equipment? There’s a thick layer of red tiberium keeping us from going too deep into Mongdrigo.”
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*** Military Command HQ, Corneria ***
"Good. Keep your comlinks available for my incoming message but stay alert. And if you can, bring a thermographic device - we will need this thing there a lot". Replied Turian and headed to his speeder which he has brought from his ship. He wondered once again how different Corneria' natives were, clothes designers probably have a lot of issues when designing wearings. Then Fel smirked, powered his speeder and drove to the ruins. Grey alien has seen them from his spaceship before he had landed so he knew how it looked. It was impossible not to see such a big thing.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
And so Fel arrived at the ruins. This placed looked way bigger than Drangyr expected and what he has seen, the ruins seem to be remains of the Eternal Fleet and this is where Tal Shiar is supposed to be. However, from the place where Thirteenth was right now, he didn't see anything suspicious and anyone. Therefore he parked his bike, picked automatic and sniper rifles, checked their clip and carefully entered the area. Checking the foundation of the Spire would be the best idea and thus Fel headed toward there walking along remains to reduce the chance being snipered in case of such. He could active his exo-suit ability and checked everything he wanted right now without fear to be shot, however, the Turian wanted to save the suit battery charges for later.
"Fox, are you there?". Once Fel found a cover, he tried to call Star Fox team in order to ask if they seen anything strange from a distance.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Sohdakin had been scouting the ruins for about a few days now, hunting down elements of the Tal Shiar as it appeared they were up to no good. The Rohkah council had also found out about the strange signal and wanted to investigate it. During the initial search they found out about the presence of the Tal Shiar. So, Sohdakin was dispatched to find the source of the signal as well as determine if the Tal Shiar were actually there and what they were up to. Thus far, it had been quiet and he had not seen any sign of the Tal Shiar.
High atop an outcropping a few miles out from the ruins, Sohdakin had view of most of the ruins and was a perfect vantage point. He figured that it was far enough away that the Tal Shiar wouldn't think to look for anyone there as it would be too far for most normal weapons to hit. Though, for his Rohkah 30mm rifle, it was more than adequate to make it. While it was definitely overkill for most things he would shoot at, it was one of the few rounds that could make the distance and remain accurate. Sohdakin flattened himself and peered through the scope when a bit of a dust cloud was being kicked up from a fast moving vehicle. What he saw, suprised him, A Turian? What was a Turian doing way out here? Perhaps this Turian was part of the Tal Shiar or a scout as it was known that Turians would often join Mercenary units as long as they were able to fight and get paid.
At first, Sohdakin was just going to observe the Turian and see what he/she was doing here, it appeared alone at the moment. However, as soon as the Turian picked up a sniper rifle and an automatic rifle.....Sohdakin didnt think that the Turian was there to sightsee. He wasnt about to take any chances so he wanted to try and see if he could spook the Turian, observe how it reacted and to see if it might have re-enforcements nearby. So with that, Sohdakin took a deep breath and slowly exhaled as he put a nearby structure in his crosshairs, adjusting for wind and telemetry before pulling the trigger.
Shortly after Fel radioed Fox, a nearby pillar suddenly exploded, showing him and the surrounding area with debris. It wasnt till about 15 seconds later that Fel would hear the report of the rifle that made the shot. No other shots followed for the time being.
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After a somewhat tiresome and long ride on the public transport, the protocol droid finally stepped foot onto Corneria soil, or well rather, Corneria docks. Eventually managing to work his way through the dense crowd of other civilians, he stationed himself at a greeting station, quickly taking in places which might specialize in cybernetics, or clone engineering.
If the protocol droid cyborg searched deep enough he would find mention of a Krystal Tokerev, but she would be on another planet known as Dragon'taan. It listed her as a cloner and highly experienced medical professional. the file also would list an address to her office on Dragon'taan
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
An LAAT gunship (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Low_Altitude_Assault_Transport/Legends) touched down unloading a dark figure who soon cloaked as the figure stepped off the gunship which rose back into the air and left the lone figure...
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*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
"For you," the feline responded. "He wants to talk to you. Something about Warfurs or something."
(Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit)
Wilco nods and raises a eyebrow in recognition. "Patch him through." He says.
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*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
The feline tapped in a few commands, then she stepped aside and motioned for Wilco to approach. On the console screen, the blue-skinned, red-eyed Chiss looked straight at Wilco. "Mister Whiteheart... good to see you and Vhikarev made it to Nephira. I realize you might be busy, so I'll be brief: I just got word that a group named the Warfurs helped liberate Corneria from the forces of the Sith Covenant; I have been told you are the commanding officer of this group. Is my information correct, or have I been misinformed?"
*** Star Port Docks, Corneria ***
Unfortunately, flights to Dragon'taan were currently grounded until--
Just as Tybalt would see flights to Dragon'taan were cancelled, it was instantly re-branded as en route, ETA four hours. So Tybalt had some time to kill.
And still, that masked, hooded figure watched Tybalt from a distance, keeping hidden behind another flight listing station, pretending to look through the list.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
From a safe distance, inside a mobile command APC, Fox and the team monitored Fel. "I'm here, Fel. You're looking good." Then the shot came. "Fox to Fel, report! Are you alright?"
*** Mongdrigo, Sith Command Center ***
"Good, but we have another issue," Malgus responded. "It's been brought to my attention we potentially have either a spaceborne entity or a war criminal... or both, Force forbid... that could threaten Mongdrigo. Our fleet refits from our Imperial Alliance allies - how far along are they?"
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"Red Tiberium, huh? And it's affected by energy weapons like Lightsabers? Hm... if that's true, we could ask our Sangheili friends to cut us a path through the Red Tiberium. Their Plasma Weapons are famous for being able to burn through just about anything," Ahsoka commented.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh, no," The clearly-aged dragon responded to Michen. "This is my son's estate - my youngest son, Kyle. He's away right now." He nodded to the adult pink-skinned anthro-dragon. "That's his wife, Anna. The little one that looks just like her is their daughter, Kira." Kira waved. "I don't know where her brother - my eldest grandchild, Drake - is, but next to Kira is his and my granddaughter-in-law's daughter, Shiloh. Oh! That's right, Drake took his son, Jason, to a restaurant. Anyway, I imagine you met my eldest son, Mathayus, though I don't know if you saw his wife and son outside. Other members of the family are elsewhere in the system." He then nodded to the tall tiger woman. "And that one is Kyle's chief Developer and Quartermaster, Tigress Arcnon. She's a legend here on Dragon'taan." The dragon turned his yellow eyes to Michen. "And I'm Draco. My wife, Sheila, is in the Dragon Lair beneath this manor, sleeping. She had a rough night last night, nightmares about the nuke that detonated here a few months ago."
"You forgot again, didn't you?" Tyber asked Shiloh.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"Well, they've been away," Gideon said. "They work in the NCC. I've been under the care of my uncle. You remember my Uncle Carlin, right? He was at our wedding."
*** New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
"Just a man telling his wife he loves her," Markus said softly, kissing Krystal's cheek.
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
In orbit, a Transwarp Conduit opened up, but nothing came out before it closed. Shortly afterward, a coded transmission went out - a meeting signal, from an IKS Furiam, looking for a Captain Kylie.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
"Please tell me your ship is out of spacedock," Saraabi requested. "I know that last op hit it pretty bad."
*** Belsavis ***
"I tried to tell you," K'Tath said, offering a hand from his chair. "Upthrust can knock even me on my ***."
*** IKV Terror Wing ***
"Helmsman, make course for New Nathema! Maximum Transwarp!" Rhea snapped off in Klingon. The Helmsman nodded, and set to work immediately.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"No, just cautious," Roc responded. "Ever since those aliens enslaved us... whoever they were..."
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
At the sound of a sniper firing the cloaked figure, nari a silver vixen in Mjolnir gen3.2 armor dropped to the ground throwing up just a little dust as she did "Dangit!" she growled under her breath at how she just revealed her location, and rolled away from that location before using her helmets hud to locate the sniper or at least get a good approximation on his location, once she did she grabbed some sort of pistol and fired towards where she thought the sniper was, a flare would light up the area near or just above the sniper, depending on if Nari's guess was right or not. After that she rolled again to keep her postion hidden since firing that flare again gave her position away.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"How was I even suppose to know?" Shiloh asked "You never tell me."
Tigress ears perked and she turned to Draco "Shiela not feeling good? I don't suppose there's anything I can do?" She asked the large dragon, Draco.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"kind of you know I didn't pay to much attention to things like that the cermony was your idea." Celina replied.
*** New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
Krystal looked offended. "I didn't mean it that way." She said her frown quickly turning to a smile.
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
A large assault carrier (https://i.imgur.com/NMEsYpY.jpg) vessel sent back a quick responce pretty much saying "I'm here"
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
"unfortunatly no ,but the escort fleet of Kitsune Cruisers are still here." Kayle sighed, at least the crew were all holograms and the AI had suffered no damage.
*** Belsavis ***
Cobalt grumbled something under her breath, as she got up and sat down into a seat.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"Then i'll keep my muzzle shut unless they require me to speak." Alex replied as she followed Roc, her mind reaching into his 'Dang slavers ruin everything.'
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
After hearing the captain’s words Katin looked toward Silrus. “What do you suggest we do here Admiral? I’m not sure what other grievances the MJ12 have been accused of, but the captain here speaks some truth to his words.”
*** Nephira, Kingdom of Ceol, Courtyard***
“Ready as I’ll ever be.” He said, watching the ship hover above them. Watching the ladder descend down to within arms reach. He walked up to it and took hold climbing up to the inside.
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
McCullin removed his glasses. “A few months of impulse cruising. Less than a week if we warp-hop. Those dying stars and anomalies are still a problem. We can’t draw warp spheres between us and them. Our supply depot’s still pretty full though, Lord.”
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Coburn shrugged. “I’m just not sure how it’d react to gunfire...but if they’d be willing to brave the dangers...” He rubbed the back of his neck. “It’s heat more than anything, melting through the tiberium instead of grinding it away.”
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*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
The feline tapped in a few commands, then she stepped aside and motioned for Wilco to approach. On the console screen, the blue-skinned, red-eyed Chiss looked straight at Wilco. "Mister Whiteheart... good to see you and Vhikarev made it to Nephira. I realize you might be busy, so I'll be brief: I just got word that a group named the Warfurs helped liberate Corneria from the forces of the Sith Covenant; I have been told you are the commanding officer of this group. Is my information correct, or have I been misinformed?"
(Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit)
Wilco nods. "That is correct sir, I am the CO of my PMC. My 2IC led that group, as I am here with Vhikarev." He smiles. "I was glad to have my group be of use."
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen nodded. He'd probably forget half of the names again as he went on and about, as he had just been given a lot of information. Well, half sounded like an underestimation. Not only that, but it was also more information to process. Though, one thing stood out!
"Hey, hold on! A NUKE? What happened here?!"
His voice sounded a little panic-y, and he didn't bother trying to hide it from Draco.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
He knew it was a trap, since their conversation at Military HQ. Maybe not well-planned as he expected, otherwise he would be dead now. But he surely was aware that Tal Shiar has been waiting for them here. Luckily, once the pillar next to him exploded, Fel did a quick roll to the side (while his suit absorbed the impact wave) and ended up in a small trench, moving away from the Sohdakin line of sight. Now it was a good reason for Fel to use his suit charges and do an area scanning in order to figure the shooter location. So he pushed the sensor button on the wrist of his suit and entered the cloaked mode (or simply put - became invisible).
"I'm good. I'll try to identify the shooter. Wait... there is another one". Reported Fel watching as someone has come out from the LAAT gunship. As he could see, that one wasn't Tal Shiar' ally since the person tried to reply back with the fire. It was a great opportunity to flank the shooter and using his electromagnetic sniper rifle (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/massfanon/images/a/a2/M_19_Ballista_Sniper_rifle.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20120604182908) take down the shooter, this thing could easily penetrate even the toughest skin, like Barabelian one (in case he doesn't have a thermal vision or something that can make Fel visible).
Being cloaked, Fel quickly has made his way behind the wall of the tower and tried to locate the unknown sniper with his optic scope using the traces of fox' shooting. Ideally, it would be nice if Fox with his team searched the area as well and warn nearby hostiles of the CDF presence, maybe it will push them back because messing up with Cornerian Forces ain't a wise idea. However, Fel caught an unknown dragon-like specimen in his 40-x scope and instead of shooting him, decided to ask Fox first. Besides, XIII has no idea how do Tal Shiar forces look like, so his step Fel would consider as tactical. The target he has been aimed was too far away and eliminating him now represents a challenge. But letting him go would probably not a too good idea, hence Turuian decided to continue his overwatch.
"Fox, I got a company here. A vixen and someone who looks like a dragon, I'm not sure tho. He is to the north from the Spire. How do Tal Shiar troops look like?". Staying in his cover said Fel. While he was statical, the battery energy almost doesn't throw so Thirteenth has some time to watch for the two.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Sohdakin was rather surprised with the reaction he got. Not only did another player present themself, but how the Turian reacted identified him as a skilled fighter and not some random merc. "Now we are getting somewhere" he said to himself and when he saw a flash in the distance from the flare he knew that his location had been marked. Even though the flare barely made it halfway to his location, it was still an indication they knew where he was. Mentally, Sohdakin was kicking himself as he should have done a better job concealing his position or even packed his stealth kit. Then again, he did send a rather loud 'Im here' message. He also wasn't here to be a ghost, his orders were to disrupt any Tal Shiar operations going on in or around the ruins. Intel had indicated that another faction may show up, though what they failed to mention was when they would potentially arrive.
For now, Sohdakin remained where he was, knowing that it would take a bit for anyone down in the ruins to reach him. The only quick way they could reach him was via air transportation, which was something he was already setup to defend against.
"There you are, ya sneaky bastard" he said to himself after finally acquiring the Turian's position. He had to switch through the various view modes of his scope till an anomaly appeared. Sohdakin tagged the location on his internal hud before conducting a quick search for the other individual that had showed up when he took his original shot. When he didnt see any sign of her presence, he turned his attention back to the Turian. A soft chuckle slipped past his maw as he could make out the Turian aiming his own rifle back at him. Surely by now the Turian would realize any shot at this distance would be futile with his current rifle.
Sohdakin decided to see just what the Turian was up to and removed the magazine for his rifle to load a special round. He wasnt interested in killing the Turian as it was no real threat at the moment and the Rohkah wasnt quite sure if they were affiliated with the Tal Shiar either. However, he couldn't risk himself getting killed by remaining on his perch for much longer. He reloaded his rifle with the new round stacked beneath a normal one and took aim at the wall.
"Arlight hotshot, show me what you got" he said as he pulled the trigger, figuring that if the Turian was paying attention, he would see the muzzle flash and realize that his cover was about to get obliterated. A few seconds after the wall Fel was hiding behind had exploded another sound filled the air. There was a loud snap moments before the sky suddenly grew brighter than the local sun.
By the time the sunburst shot finished its cycle, Fel would notice that the sniper was no longer on the ledge, having used the distraction to vacate his original position and not allow anyone to see where and how he got away.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"Tal Shiar are primarily Romulans - pale-skinned humanoids with pointed ears. Typically wear a special grey uniform," Fox responded to Fel.
Inside the Fleet Spire, another was tracking Sohdakin at range. More than far enough away that he wouldn't know he was there. Armed with a Disruptor Sniper Rifle, he rapidly relocated and kept quietly on the move until his cohort down below could tell him where he set up shop again and recommend a spot to do him without attracting his attention.
*** Docking Bays, Corneria ***
Before Tybalt could move, the masked, cloaked stranger was behind him, went to wrap his arm around him, and subtly pressed a disruptor in his back. "Easy," he whispered, "No sudden moves. Try to scream, and I'll disintegrate you. I'd prefer not to; someone wants a word with you. Just move with me and act normal."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Calm down, sir," Draco said calmly. "This was months ago. DMC High Command still remains on high alert, but things have settled since then. These instances are actually quite rare here - far rarer than on most other worlds. Anyway, the Imperium of Man staged an attack here, which quickly was neutralized by our forces. They're still investigating how the Imperium smuggled nukes onto Dragon'taan without us noticing, but I can tell you, it cannot have been easy in the slightest." Draco looked to Tigress. "It's not that she's feeling ill, she just had a nightmare, Madame Tigress. That's all. Why? You know Dragons enough to care for them when ill?"
"Yes I do!" Tyber protested indignantly. "I told you yesterday I wanted to go to the movies with you! You said yes, and we made arrangements!" Tyber paused. "Too much activity around here?" he sighed as a surmise.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"No, I told you - it was my parents' idea; they wanted our relationship to feel more legitimate," Gideon responded. "They're not as much into the old Cerinian traditions as some others."
*** New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
Markus just lovingly chuckled as he headed for the family vehicle. Looking to Malcom, he motioned his head. "Come on, kiddo - you know how to buckle up." Malcom went to the vehicle and climbed into the back seat, buckling the belt up on his own.
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
The IKV Furiam de-cloaked, and Vitani spoke to Kylie, "Sorry I'm late; got a little held up on the way here."
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
"It is... making use of your group that I wanted to speak to you about," Thrawn said. "I have read the reports of their contributions to the battle, which were considerable, and I felt they could assist my own with another, shall we say... hard target."
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"The captain may be speaking truth, but I hear bad rumors about Majestic 12," Silrus responded. "Most only have bits and pieces of information, but--"
"We're an Insurrectionist Group - UNSC folk call us Innies - out of Earth, with origins in the pre-UNSC Illuminati--" Steiner began.
"YOU TRAITOR!" Kromm shouted, getting free of his bonds somehow and--
Before Kromm could get his hands on Steiner, Silrus pulled a sidearm with blazing speed and put a bullet in his head. Steiner nodded. "Thank you, mein freund," Steiner said.
"But your XO had a point - you're betraying your faction. Why?" Silrus asked.
"Hey, I was just an accountant with a military past before MJ12 raided my colony and pressed me into service," Steiner said. "I know the armored uniform and the ship look threatening, but I'm part-time, like a reservist. I never wanted any trouble."
Silrus looked to Katin. "I can't, in good conscience, condemn a man who was forced into service against his will - and he is cooperating. It's your world - your call."
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"Not that, Lieutenant - the Warships. The Fleet. Our new friends in the Imperial Alliance agreed to refit our ships in recognition for our work here, though I still don't understand why - how far along is it?" Malgus asked.
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"Do you use the Red Tiberium for anything?" Ahsoka asked.
*** Belsavis ***
K'Tath shrugged, and brought up an image of the urban world of Coruscant, plotting a course. "We need to meet with a contact here," he said as he worked. "He can point us in the direction of another objective."
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
Saraabi grumbled, then sighed. "Well, at least this way, my would-be hubby is with me instead of risking his *** on another ship. Come on - let's get underway." She started for the door, shaking her hips at him intentionally.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
Roc lowered the boarding ramp, paid the docking fee, and started into the outpost proper. Most of the Dragons paid Alex no mind, just minding their own business. A few eyed her suspiciously, but made no move toward her. Roc would lead Alex through the outpost and stop at one particular supply post. "Tell me you have the goods this time, Rik," Roc requested.
"I have the goods this time, R--" responded the gray dragon before he spotted Alex. "I'm... sorry, who are you?"
"Rik, this is Alex, she's the DMC/NCC Agent that's coming with me to Objective 22," Roc said. Rik's expression lightened up instantly.
"Oh! You came out of Dragon'taan, didn't you?" He asked. He extended a hand. "Name's Rik. Pleased to finally meet someone from there."
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Suddenly a loud sound could be heard suddenly Nari uncloaked jumped up to where Sohdakin had been, her suit immidiatly dissapearing from view again as she checked the former sniper position, her advanced cloak hiding her from all sorts of thermal and other sensors as well as smell and sound , though her footsteps were only muffled enough to not be easily heard.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"No , Draco I just wanted to offer Aid if I could." Tigress replied.
"Well then I forgot ,sheese, can we just go already?" the fox dragon-shifter asked.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"And I didn't really care for it." Celina replied with a shrug.
*** New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
"Your driving back then, sweethart." Krystl chuckled as she opened the passenger door to get into the passenger seat.
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
"Being under cloak in a system like this, is not a good idea." Kylie replied "Dock in dokcing bay 1. I'll meet you there."
*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
As soon as Grey got on board the hatch shut and the ship flew forward and into space to unite Damien with his brother on the ship when they got close the captian of the craft asked for permission to dock assuming their allies had the ship locked down or something.
*** Belsavis ***
So i won't need any weapons?" Cobalt asked getting up from the chair and finding a port that an r2 unit would usually plug into plugging her hand spike into the port as she connected with the ships computer. "Hmm multi leveled city planet huge population, are you sure about this?" she asked.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
"To be honest, I don't think i've been on that ship since my squadron was made a part of your battlegroup." Kylie replied "At least the Kitsune cruisers are still there, the 3 of them should be able to make up for the destroyer for the time being."
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
Alex looked to Roc with an odd expression she wasn't expecting a friendly anything after the looks she had gotten outside "It's my pleasure to meet you and work with your wonderful people." She said shaking Rik's hand with an unsually firm grip for a Vixen at least of her size and shape.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
The description of Tal Shiar forces provided by McCloud hasn't match with the appearance of a bulky creature which Fel has seen via his scope. Perhaps, it could be one of the Tal Shiar allies whose description Dranghyr didn't know as well. Otherwise, who was it's then? Fel didn't have too many personal enemies so this attack couldn't be considered as his assassination, they simply couldn't know his actual location. But it was a good point to ask Fox contact with someone from the CDF and tell them to watch for the really big guy. Unfortunately, XIII couldn't make it since he was thrown out of his cover to the ground by yet another explosion. Moreover, the thing which caused the explosion forced Fel to squeeze his eyes forcing him to think that a nuclear charge has been exploded right in the sky. Luckily, it doesn't happen and he was still alive. Of course, right after Fel stood on his feet and checked the place where an unknown shooter was several minutes ago, there wasn't anyone.
"Fox, it's Fel. I need you to contact the CDF HQ and tell them to look for a dragon-like suspected with a height... of eight to nine feet I think. And by the way, could it be one of Tal Shiar friends?". Taking yet another cover behind a tower but with additional protection as a concrete mound (what looked like a part of the Spire), reported Fel by his comlink built into his suit. Thirteenth has no order to chase anyone who tried to shoot him down, but the presence of potential enemy couldn't be ignored, hence he has asked Fox. Surely, since CDF can operate from the air, chances to find the shooter were higher now. The only question was is could the CDF able to stop him in case they can find him. Dranghyr hasn't seen anyone in the armor like the shooter has, so their potential enemy was dangerous. The Turian hoped that Cornerian Military could provide the Star Fox team enough time to explore ruins and took what they wanted.
Once Fel has done with reporting, he had hung his sniper rifle on his shoulder and took his automatic rifle (https://cdna.artstation.com/p/assets/images/images/008/747/416/large/manu-d-n7-16.jpg?1515040092). His primary task was to infiltrate the Spire and so he does by finding a small window in the Spire' wall and thus was able to get inside what was a battleship eons ago. It wasn't a big surprise to get surrounded by the darkness of the hall but since Fel' helm was having night vision, the ambient wasn't a problem. The Turian started slowly advancing through the remains of a ship.
"It's Fel again. I'm inside the Spire... So my target is a holocron, right?". Almost whispered Fel via comlink channel with Fox. Unwelcomed small fighting with Rokhah has disoriented Turian for a little so now he needed some... calibration.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen sighed, somewhat relieved to hear this answer. So it was a nuke 'here' on DRAGON'TAAN, not 'here' IN THE MANSION. Slight miscommunication there. Still, it gave him a lot of stress there for a moment. Being kinda tired, he just kinda wanted the conversation to end so he could rest up. Oh, and it'd be a big plus if he could close the doors on his own...
Don't worry about it. Just search for a hiding spot where you're not able to be seen directly from the doorway.
Huh. Clever. It might not be the most comfortable, but it'd certainly work well for taking a break from the action that was going on. But then there'd still be the issue of sound... Michen looked carefully at the door to see in which way they opened, that'd give him a clue on how to close them easily once the hallway died down a little. Returning to the situation at hand, he didn't see much of a reason to talk further to Draco now he was engaged in an other conversation. So Michen stood there, not saying anything for the time being.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Katin stood with no remorse for the man put down. He spoke a few words under his breath like a prayer before turning to Silrus listening to him make his case. Katin turned to Steiner and walked close over and behind him. He pulled his scythe off his back, the sharp blade making a clean sleek of sound as it brushed off the cloth of Katin’s cloak. “You were a part of a group that has done terrible things. One as such being an offensive to my home. In the eyes of many of my gods you would be judged for such choices...” He said as he brought his scythe up and quickly swung down, cutting through Steiner’s bonds releasing him. “However, the god I am bound to is that of balance and justice. You are a defender at heart, that I can see. So stand up soldier this king demands it, and be what you once were. A protector, ‘Custos vitae’ as we say. ” Katin said as his blade dissipated away into smoke and energy essence. He reached a hand down to Steiner, open to help the man up.
*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Damien looked around the ship as it made its way into space past the atmosphere of his home. He ran to a window like a little kid looking into the glass of a zoo. The expansion of space and everything that was inside. His ears perked up as the captain asked for docking permission.
“This is amazing!” He said.
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
McCullin blanched. “Sorry, Lord. I was confused. Erm...” His paws flew across the keyboard in front of him, and the lieutenant took a breath. “Looks like their last transmission came a week ago. Odd...should’ve gotten another one earlier today...”
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
“Oh, yeah,” Coburn chuckled. “It’s a worse fuel source, but it’s got a higher metal content than the regular tiberium. Almost five times as much, in fact.”
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*Terror Wing*
Fayam narrowed his eyes in determination. "Got it. Count me in." Without further warning, he dashed to the shuttle bay and jumped aboard the Blowfish. He told Rhea via comm: "I'm ready. Let me out." After that he fired up the engines, ready to leave ASAP.
*New Romulus*
Anna frowned. "I'd love to help, but I'll need to borrow a ship. Faith isn't properly equipped to deal with battles, and, knowing the Gaian army, I can't get them to help either." She told Temer, "Looks like I might need some of your men already. It'll depend on the craft how many, though."
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Seconds after the wall Fel was hiding behind exploded, Sohdakin was already on the move and in one fluid motion he picked up his rifle and stowed it on his back as he leaped off the cliff. Nari would probably catch a glimpse of the large armored dragon as he zipped past her in a freefall dive moments before she would leap up onto the spot he just vacated.
Sohdakin continued to freefall, not noticing the Spartan appearing briefly at his sniper position. He kept his arms and wings tight against his body to speed up his decent and when he was about 10 meters from the treetops he snapped his wings open and pulled himself out of the dive to skim the treetops at a high rate of speed. He took a more round about way to get to the ruins in hopes that anyone trying to look for him from his original spot wouldn't easily spot him. Even though he had active camouflage, it didn't make him invisible, it just altered the color scheme of his armor on the fly. While he made the trip, Sohdakin set the images he was able to capture of the Turian and the Spartan. He wanted to know if they were part of any faction that supported or were hired by the Tal Shiar.
The large Rohkah made a wide circle over a section of the ruins to the south of where Fel had entered and looked for an entrance. Once spotted, Sohdakin landed a few feet from the entrance and deployed his own battle rifle. His armor shifted colors once more to better blend in with the inside of the ruins, while not making him invisible, it would make it difficult to spot and target. On his internal hud, he began to track the source of the signal and began to make his way towards it....hoping that the Turian and the other one were too busy trying to find the sniper to look for him in the ruins.
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*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
"It is... making use of your group that I wanted to speak to you about," Thrawn said. "I have read the reports of their contributions to the battle, which were considerable, and I felt they could assist my own with another, shall we say... hard target."
(Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit)
"And how will they get there? Those squads have worked well, and I can send them back out, as they will be landing soon, I think. I had a warp ship send the squad ships to Corneria, but unless you can send someone to my base to get them, the warp ships are under going their 30 year maintenance rn, and my main ships are in another galaxy to help against raiders." (I mean that as every 30 years, the main systems are analysed and repaired according to use.) (They're similar to the Mass Effect FTL Gates, but like a portal ship of sorts.)
(This is stuff I'm making up, that fits around my world. Please bear with me for that. ok?)
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*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
(Oh, that's just fine, Wilco - I actually encourage making things up like that.)
"That won't be an issue," Thrawn responded. "I can send a Star Destroyer or two to pick them up."
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
But tracking Sohdakin was that Romulan Sniper. Setting up shop in an adjacent antechamber just shy of the source of a realistic-looking, but still subtly phony signal, the sniper waited for the dragon to come into his crosshairs.
Whoever said Sniper Tactics were cowardly was a moron.
"CDF support is currently unavailable, but we might be able to get some from the 601st," Fox replied. "But as far as we know, the Tal Shiar have not hired any dragons. I don't think they ever encountered any."
"Your target is a Datacron, technically," Slippy chimed in. "You should be able to recognize it when you see it."
*** Space Port Docks, Corneria ***
The stranger tried to make Tybalt move, to walk him out of the Docks.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah," Tyber responded, and turned for the door. Kabier leaned closer to Amie.
"Ten to one, those two are gonna grow up together and become mates when they get older," she chuckled.
"Well, I can tell you're quite tired. If you need a quiet place to sleep, you're welcome to sleep in my lair. Very quiet down there, quite cozy, and away from the usual activities of my children and grandchildren... heh, and my great grandchildren. My god, I'm old..." He couldn't help but laugh lightly at that, and turned to head down to the dragon lair beneath the manor.
*** New Romulus ***
"Indeed - I have a D'Derridex Warbird available, or the more agile Mogai Warbird. Your choice," D'Tan responded. "D'Derridex has a lot of firepower, but the Mogai is a lot more maneuverable."
*** IKV Terror Wing ***
"Stay there," Rhea responded. "I'm gonna transwarp us to the AO - I'll open the hangar once we arrive." The Terror Wing turned, lit up green, and went to Transwarp.
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
Malgus hummed in concern, a concerned frown on his face. "Where did their last transmission come from?" he finally asked.
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"High metal content, huh? Hmm..." Ahsoka responded, her face reflecting her deep in thought. "Has Red Tiberium ever been used for anything here?"
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Steiner took Katin's hand and stood up. "You'll find I'm not the only dissident voice in MJ12. There are a lot of us who were forced into service. Some of us were broken by it... but there are some who found the courage to break away. I'd actually been considering joining them when we ended up out here."
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"Have a little respect, honey - they're your in-laws now," Gideon said. "But I heard from them last night - they're gonna be here either tonight or tomorrow, and they want to meet you."
*** New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
Markus chuckled, getting in the driver's seat, buckling up, and bringing the vehicle to life. "You heard from either of the other two?" he asked Krystal.
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
"Yeah, uhm... this ship isn't gonna fit there," Vitani said. "You do realize I'm in a K'Vort-class Bird-of-Prey, right?"
*** Leaving Belsavis Orbit ***
"We don't have a choice," K'Tath responded. "And if you already have weapons, great. If you don't, I can provide some." He finished plotting the course, then indicated a chair. "Please sit this time - I don't want you to end up on your *** again."
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
When Saraabi walked onto the bridge, ring around her finger, she commanded, "All hands, red alert! Go to Battlestations! Comms, get our escorts formed up around us, prepped for transwarp." She sat down in the Captain's chair, and indicated an empty chair to her left for Kayle to sit in.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"Friendly and well-mannered?" Rik said, sounding quite surprised. He looked to Roc. "I think the home world is gonna like her."
Roc chuckled. "My brother would get a kick out of her."
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*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
The Anhur docked with the ship and awaiting Damien's departer to the ship.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Also somewhat tracking Sohdakin but more interested in the Ruins Nari moved into the ruins itself, however at the entrance she was met by a squad of Clone commandos, though wolves instead of humans they were by gentics still jango fett clones just in anthro wolf form, the leader of the squad in green trim armor offered a hand to Nari "Beta squad here to support you Nari, command thought you might need a hand here.
"help is always appreciate just try not to get in my way." nari responded shaking the commandos hand befoer the 5 of them headed into the ruins, cloaking as they did.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***'
"If that's what she wants who am I to stop her?" Amie asked "Tyber is a good boy and i can't say anything bad about his parents." Amie replied with a wink.
Shiloh shrugged and followed Tyber
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"I'm gonna have to check with my mom first i had some plans..." Celina replied
** New Cerinia, Dovah Fried Chicken ***
"Celina is off on a dinner date at the Cerinian Wok, and Kayle and Saraabi are somewhere out of system why do I have to keep constant contact with them?" Krystal asked. "Saraabi can take care of herself and there's no one else i'd trust better at her side than my old officer Kayle."
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
"You don't have a shuttle or transporters?" Kylie asked "Sheilds aren't even up...."
*** Leaving Belsavis Orbit ***
"If you'd give me a second i'd explain." Cobalt replied sitting down her head drooping as she looked at the floor.
*** Sol III, UACS Unseen Assailant, Captains quarters ***
Kayle sat down in the chair Saraabi had pointed out, "Kitsune cruiser escort is in position ma'am...
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"I'm honestly, surprized I didn't expect it to be so freindly here considering your history.
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
McCullin tapped a few more keys. “Looks like they were hanging around the uh...” He brought up a starmap and highlighted a cluster several light years away. “They were try to clear this gravity well. Maybe their commo-array’s acting up? Solar interference and such.”
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Coburn glanced around. “I dunno if I...uh.” His voice dropped to a whisper. “There’s a secret weapon in development. It’s supposed to defeat any kind of shield thrown at it. Red tiberium’s the power source.”
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(Alessia, Damien was going to the MJ12 Ship, apparently. So I don't know whats going on with this storyline now, or was that a mistake on your behalf?)
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
(Oh, that's just fine, Wilco - I actually encourage making things up like that.)
"That won't be an issue," Thrawn responded. "I can send a Star Destroyer or two to pick them up."
(Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit)
"I'll let them know sir. Give them my thanks when you pick them up." He nods and smiles to himself.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"Ask if they can help with ruins assault as well. And I know Tal Shiar has no dragons in their ranks, that is why I asked about their allies. Wait... someone heading into my direction. Fel out." Responded Fel via his comlink built in his suit and entered the cloaked mode again. Okay, he needs to find a datacron, but good grief, he had no idea where this thing was. He could spend here a day or two in search of the artifact but this in case no one would find him. Suddenly he got an idea once he spotted a room with the inscription 'wardrobe', even though it was a bit risky. And in case of failure, he would be probably doomed but he desired to take a try.
Turian waited while the guardian moved on and once he was far enough, Fel dashed to the door and figured it was closed on an electronic lock. The only workaround was is the air shaft above the door. And since XIII was limited on time, he decided to use the abilities of his suit and climbed up to the shaft using the special sticky surface of his fingers which he activated by a hand gesture. Afterward, he carefully took off the shaft lattice from both sides knowing its drop would alert local guard. Once done, Fel had entered the room in the same as he did it behind the door, silently and quietly, trying to not produce too many loud sounds. It was his style after all. It was dark and full of dust, but there were things what Dranghyr believed were Tal Shiar uniforms and some of the equipment. Glance over tables through his night vision has discovered equipment which was heavily reminded GS's comlink but these ones looked way advanced. Then Fel has remembered, that it looked exactly like it was from the Earth. He turned the device on, performed a quick scan of radio frequencies and after he found a channel of guards, decided to interfere here using his voice scrambler.
"This is Team Bravo. We have received an order from the head security team to move datacron to another location but we need to know its location. Requesting datacron location, over." Said Fel over the security channel and hoped that it would work, but since XIII didn't aware of Tal Shiar' structure his chances for a win were pretty low.
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(Sorry Rom. My family moved)
***DMCS Inquisitor, En Route to Dragon'taan***
Nova nodded back, sitting back in the chair, bored with travel, staring at the Power Core.
***DICEF***
The computer watched the monitors, looking out at the surrounding area, finding the best place to construct the skeleton of an Arctuan Megafreighter.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Then if that’s the case, I saw we gather these people and see if they would like their freedom back. What do you say Admiral?” Katin turned and asked.
*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Damien stodd off the one ship and onto the one they docked at. He looked around at his surroundings getting observation and keeping a good situational awareness.
“You said my brother is on this ship?” He asked, a bit perplexed as if he felt something was amiss.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Then if that’s the case, I saw we gather these people and see if they would like their freedom back. What do you say Admiral?” Katin turned and asked.
*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Damien stodd off the one ship and onto the one they docked at. He looked around at his surroundings getting observation and keeping a good situational awareness.
“You said my brother is on this ship?” He asked, a bit perplexed as if he felt something was amiss.
"That's where we got the last scan." Grey commented walking in with Damien...
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Sohdakin slowly and methodically made his way deeper into the ruins as he followed the signal. Thus far, no other contacts had appeared on his passive sensors. A soft sigh slipped past his maw as he came across yet another dead end. With a gruff he tapped his helmet a few times "Hey Sarla, wake up. Im getting some interference from the ruins, can you patch the signal up and give me a better idea where the signal is coming from?"
At first there was no response, however, just before he was about to call her name again he heard what sounded like yawning
"Hhhhheeeeyyyyyy....What did I tell you about waking a girl while she is sleeping" Sarla huffed in Sohdakin's ear.
"The Signal Sarla? Besides, since when do you sleep....I can not count how many times you keep me awake, especially when you get bored!"
"Ohhhh, temper temper big brother! Jeesh! For the record, I do sleep. You forget that a few seconds for me is a long time" Sarla teased and began to tweak the sensor suite in Sodhakin's armor. "There, that should do it. Head left.....no your other left"
The large Rohkah sighed again, though this time as he wondered if he should have let her continue to 'sleep'. He turned left as indicated and entered a fairly large atrium or what looked like one as it was a massive room within the ruins. Sohdakin did a quick check, looking for any sign of an ambush or snipers and when he thought it was clear he proceeded down the far side of the chamber towards the signal.
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*New Romulus*
Anna told D'Tan, "Hold a sec." She walked to the crew and said: "So, we're gonna fight and we've got two ship options. A heavy hitter, or an agile speedster." Zealo instantly picked the heavy warship, which didn't surprise Anna. Koman was for the agile ship, as Anna expected. Johnny scratched his chin for a minute and then preferred agility. Anna knew enough and told D'tan, "We'll take the Mogai Warbird. Its agility fits our fighting style better."
*Terror Wing*
Fayam kept the engine on standby. He grumbled; his ship was capable of warp too, so why wouldn't she let him? It was clear, however, he wasn't gonna get much choice.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen followed the dragon to... Whatever the dragon den was. Great-grandchildren? Did that mean dragons get older than humans? He wouldn't really be surprised by that, actually. After everything he had heard about dragons way back when, all the more-than-fantastic stories he'd heard, he wouldn't even be surprised if one could destroy the house! Though that'd still be scary...
Let's leave those kinds of thoughts for later, please.
The voice seemed to be a bit more urgent than it normally was, somehow. Like it was the last thing he should be thinking about. Yeah, maybe it was better if he just... stopped thinking about stuff like that and get some actual rest. That'd be nice.
Now you're thinking.
That reply was unnecessary, but welcome either way.
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[/size]*Mongdrigo, Mutant Settlement Battleground*
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[/size]Four tracked APCs, each one equipped with smoke projectors, machine guns, hydraulic plows and two troop transport pods. Each pod held two, nine man squads. As the carriers rolled into position, a rifle shot cracked across the wasteland as a slug bounced off the lead APCs sloped hull.[/size]
[/size]The hydraulic plows dropped with a whine, and were met with another rifle report, another slug bouncing into the sky. The APCs dug into the dirt and began carving trenches, first facing forward, then turning ninety degrees. The first trench met the second, the second met the third, and so on. Once the chain was completed, the APCs reversed out of the trench and were met with the staccato of machine gun fire. The APCs rotated and, with hydraulic lifts, pointed the troop pods into the trench. Soldiers filed out, taking positions across the trench, as machine guns raked the dirt. A few rounds luckily caught a Mongdrigan, sending him to the floor. A medic was upon him immediately, trying to staunch the bleeding. A team set up a machine gun, tossing back rounds atop the already viscous rifle fire.
[/size]Xander Carphen, as joint commander marched across the trench, shouting.[/size]“Focus fire on those machine gun nests! Keep the pressure on, set those mortars up!”
[/size]A horrid whistle sent soldiers diving for cover, as others were thrown to the dirt. Carphen picked himself and another soldier up; it was gonna be a long night.
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(OOC: Everyone, I apologize for being absent so long. My internet went on the fritz, and then a major storm passed through here. I only just now got back online.)
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Draco lead Michen down to the lair, where a half-awake female dragon lay. "Darling, are you awake?" he asked.
"Sorta," Sheila responded groggily. She opened one eye - which was blue - and looked right at Michen. "Who's this?"
"Just a weary traveler who's had a long trip," Draco said.
Kabier just chuckled at Amie. "Yeah, despite Viktor's colorful background and mine..."
Tyber opened up the backseat car door for Shiloh. "Milady," he said to her.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
Gideon frowned. "Really? What did you have planned?" he asked.
*** New Cerinia, Leaving Dovah Fried Chicken ***
"I would imagine they're a lot further in their relationship than you think," Markus told Krystal. "Have you seen the way Saraabi looks at him?"
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
"Yes, I have transporters, but you asked me to land this ship in your hangar. It's too big. See you in a few," Vitani responded, before heading down to the transporter room to beam aboard Kylie's ship.
***DMCS Inquisitor, En Route to Dragon'taan***
The Inquisitor arrived over Dragon'taan to a fleet of ships of varying size, model and origin. "Hnh... Dragon'taan's busier than normal," Andronikos commented.
"Considering someone detonated a Nuke here on Dragon'taan, I can't say I'm surprised," Vokun commented.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"Yeah, well, I'm nothing of not hospitable," Rik responded. "And I've been wanting to meet someone from Dragon'taan for a while, now."
"The goods, Rik," Roc said, "We're on a schedule."
"Right," Rik said, and began working on his computer. Roc looked to Alex.
"I told you where we're going, didn't I?" he asked.
*** Leaving Belsavis Orbit ***
K'Tath waited for Cobalt to explain what she wanted to explain.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Without warning, there was the shriek of a disruptor. The Tal Shiar sniper had Sohdakin in his sights, and opened fire.
Fel would get an answer almost immediately: "Caller, please authenticate."
*** New Romulus ***
"Very well. I'll have the Warbird Vulpes Umbra meet you shortly," D'Tan said.
*** Ship Docks, Corneria ***
The stranger with the disruptor pistol quickly went up behind Tybalt and grabbed him. "Run off again like that and I'll--" The stranger never got to finish his sentence, as a Lasgun cocked behind him, and an Imperial Guardsman wearing the colors of the 601st Regiment held his weapon at the intruder's back.
"Alright, hands in the air, son - nice and slow," he said, his voice having an Australian accent. The cloaked man slowly raised his hands in the air, the disruptor pistol on his right hand.
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"They'll be difficult to find," Silrus said. "But... I might know someone who can help. She's... bitter, at best, but very few things happen without her hearing about it. She might be able to point us in the right direction."
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
"Will do. Just need to know where to meet or find them," Thrawn said.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Fel heard shots as well. Did he late or what? Anyway, he needs to proceed further because he knew, that Fox might be in great danger. Luckily, the first phase of his 'negotiation' with whoever was a security officer goes not as bad as he thought. For the second phase, he needs more information and thus glanced over what was inside the room and he found a uniform with the badge 'Kassus' which he had decided to use.
"Kassus my name, sir. We heard some shots outside of the Spire, what's going on there?". Said Fel trying to not looks suspicious with his voice.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"May I see her?" Tigress asked she had followed Draco to the den, since Kyle wouldn't be back for awhile.
"What, like that's bad?" Amie asked with a giggle.
Shiloh was taken aback just a little but entered the vehicle.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"I wanted to go to that New VR arcade, So i bought us a couple passes." Celina replied.
*** New Cerinia, Leaving Dovah Fried Chicken ***
"What do you mean by that and what does it matter?" Krystal asked.
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
Kylie met Vitani inside on of the huge hangers that could probably hold 2 B'rel class birds of prey if they folded their wings in. "So your here for the mission i posted?" He asked.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"Remind me." Alex replied simply.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, inside the ruins***
Nari and one of the commando's armoed ears perked as they picked up the sound of a romulan disruptor , dropping to the floor the whole group of 5 Nari and the 4 commandos began trying to locat the Romulan with their scanners.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
The disruptor shot ran true and right into the unsuspecting Rohkah. If it wasn't for him raising his rifle to do a quick sweep of the area, the disruptor shot would have hit him in the head.
"Frack!" Sohdakin growled and tossed his battle rifle away from him just as the hydrostatic-gel capacitors overloaded, broke containment then exploded. The disruptor round had nailed his rifle directly and caused it to explode. Sohdakin had rolled away from his rifle just as it exploded before hitting the ground. He didn't even need to prompt Sarla before she back-traced the shot to its origin and pinpointed it on Sohdakin's HUD....who was currently yelling various Rohakah expletives inside his helmet.
In a matter of seconds, the Rohkah emerged from behind his cover sporting the sniper rifle he had earlier, brought it up to aim and fired several rounds towards the last known location of the other sniper. Each shot made a thunderous boom in the enclosed chamber, which was followed by an equally loud explosion as the heavy kinetic rounds would obliterate the stone slabs that made up whatever cover the other sniper was using. Sohdakin did not remain still as he moved slowly down the walkway as he continued to make shots at the sniper. Any shots sent back his direction would either get deflected or absorbed by his personal shield matrix. Once he depleated all 5 rounds in his current magazine, he would sprint and dive for the next bit of cover and let his shield cycle and recharge. All the while getting an earful from Sarla.
Sohdakin pulled a small orb from a side pouch and touched a button on the top, activating the small device "Sarla, confirm if the target is still alive and provide me over-watch. I can sit here for long" he ordered and tossed the device into the air. It would arc and free-fall momentarily before its small anti-grav generator kicked in and caused it to hover. It did a quick scan of the area before hunting out the last known location of the other sniper.
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***DMCS Inquisitor, Dragon'taan Orbit***
Nova's eyes were wide, and full of child-like glee at the planet in front of him. "This will be the first time I'm on another planet. Well, besides Dromund. I'm just worried that there's some claim on the planet and I violated it. I only thought of that a hour ago. I'll suspend all construction at DICEF." He looked at his transmitter, sending a message to DICEF, suspending all constructions.
***DICEF***
--Beginning Construction of Arct--- All constructions suspended. Switching over to habitat protocols.--
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*Terror Wing*
With every passing minute, Fayam grew more annoyed, despite forcing himself to keep his cool. He kept telling himself that his chance to shine would still come.
*New Romulus*
Anna responded, "Got it. Faith will be standing by." After that, she couldn't help but raise an eyebrow at the name. It wasn't something she would've picked. Still, the new ship would be completely of her own design, save the general shape of the vehicle.
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{{{ EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY }}}
Torgus Prime has been added officially as the world of Darth Torrentus. Consult the Available Locations list for more details.
{{{ END ANNOUNCEMENT }}}
*** IKV Terror Wing, En Route to Torgus Prime ***
"Three minutes at Transwarp to target AO, Fayam - warm up your systems and get set to come out swinging," Rhea told Fayam.
*** New Romulus Orbit ***
Not long after the transmission ended, a black-colored Mogai Heavy Warbird (https://gamepedia.cursecdn.com/sto_gamepedia/d/dc/Rom_Ship_Mogai.jpg?version=0d73944e5f6683115f72c87412f6f865) turned and started heading for the Faith.
*** DMCS Inquisitor, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Don't worry - Drumund Kaas is basically unclaimed territory ever since the dissolution of the Sith Empire, years ago. It's all but abandoned at this point. And it's said 'Dromund Kaas', not just 'Dromund'," Vokun said. He looked to his Comms officer. "Send to High General Indari - reporting in." The freckle-faced youngster nodded and set to work.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
The sniper had since relocated to an adjacent catwalk, and was getting ready to fire - from directly above and just a few degrees to Sohdakin's right.
Fel didn't get any response from the comms. Nothing.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I didn't say it was!" Kabier said indignantly.
Tyber shut the door for Shiloh and got in the opposite side, and Viktor got in the driver's seat. "You know... if you two were a little older, you two could be seen as dating each other," he commented while waiting on his lioness wife. Tyber had his hand resting on the seat between him and Shiloh.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"That right?" Gideon said with a smile. "How did you manage that?"
*** New Cerinia, Leaving Dovah Fried Chicken ***
"You don't--? Saraabi didn't tell you?" Markus asked as he drove.
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
"That's right," Vitani replied with a nod. "And it was in the direction I needed to go anyway."
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"Our destination is an M-class planet where Expedition 22 had been located," Roc explained. "We're headed there to download the data they collected from their experiments."
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
(Ray, I'm sorry I missed your story with the last post.)
Malgus hummed in thought. "Let me know if they reestablish contact. Or of you come across any more reports regarding them," he said after a few moments.
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"Does Malgus know about this?" Ahsoka asked.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
San had never seen the stars before. Not like this. Neither had either of her adopted wolf brothers, Ichi and Ni. So many years. And this was the first time they saw the eternal night, sailed among the stars. It was beautiful, and terrifying at the same time.
San had dealt with the humans long enough. Too long. So she left. After Ashitaka had died, so long ago, she had nothing left to keep her there, and both Ichi and Ni wanted San to move on. So here she was, about to head for the world known as "Dragon'taan". She had heard it mentioned by a couple of alien creatures she'd never seen before - Romulans, they said they were. Strange creatures. But she decided to go there, see if what the Romulans told her was accurate.
She prayed they were.
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_-**Torgus Prime, Cloaked Baowolf, Vor'cha, Mess hall **-_
While they waited for other ships to assist them many klingons drank the Klingon Traditional Bloodwine at the tables meanwhile a couple of lizard like Gorn brawled with a Ferasan (https://sto.gamepedia.com/Ferasan) Female who despite her smaller size was vastly outfighting the larger Gorn (https://sto.gamepedia.com/Gorn) who were brawling with her, knocking one down by simply kicking one in the chin, the large lizard flipping backwards as he fell to the ground the other stopped looking wide eyed at the Cat like woman.
A Klingon the captain, Kay'pal clapped in amusement. "I think that's Enough, Kreya, I think they've had enough, enjoy some drink with us, we already know of your achievements, it seems your training with that NCI operative has greatly improved your skills."
"With all do respect, capt-" She said then was stopped as Kay'pal held up his hand.
"We know, Kreya enjoy a meal."Kay'pal said, stepping aside and motioning for the Ferasan to take a seat.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Haveing to deal with Two supposed threats now, Nari and the commando team started to silently work on a plan to capture if not eliminate both threats working over a odd means of communcation using the helmet's HUD there was very little those without the proper access codes or equipment could find out their plans...
** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"But but, neither did I." Amie replied frowning...
"As my mom said, never too early to start if both parties agree." Shiloh said
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"As my mother once said "The vixen is slyer than the Fox" what does it matter i got them, so did you want to go or what, we can see your folks later..."
*** New Cerinia, Leaving Dovah Fried Chicken ***
"That their getting married?" No ,but Kayle told me." Krystal replied "As far as I'm concerned and Cerinian Tradition their already married.
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
"I see would you like the details?" The blue fox asked.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"Sounds easy ,but doesn't everything?" Alex replied
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Dragon'taan control here, would you like to land?" asked a hologram of an Anthro wolf who happend to be the one on shift for orbital arrivals.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Well seems to be the best course of action for now. And if possible maybe we can find more info on why my home is being attacked. If these people are determined to grab our resources then there will be a fight on our hands.” Katin said,
*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Damien looked around more. He walked forward to investigate. “Are you sure? I don’t...feel him here. And why is it no one has come to greet us for docking?” He said looking back at Grey.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Well seems to be the best course of action for now. And if possible maybe we can find more info on why my home is being attacked. If these people are determined to grab our resources then there will be a fight on our hands.” Katin said,
*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Damien looked around more. He walked forward to investigate. “Are you sure? I don’t...feel him here. And why is it no one has come to greet us for docking?” He said looking back at Grey.
"I have no idea, Sir, they won't even respond to our hails..." Grey replied trying to contact those on the ship again....
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
McCullin saluted. “Yes M’Lord. You will be the first to know.”
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
After a few moments of silence, Coburn nodded. “Yes. I’m sure Garrus or another of the inner circle told him. If not, I’m sure it will be quite a surprise. Our enemies will have no defense, they will either surrender or die.”
*Mongdrigo, Mutant Settlement Battleground*
Mortar tubes thumped rhythmically as shells sang through the air. Thunderous booms threw debris to the ground below. Yet, the mutants simply shifted positions, trying to set up counter batteries.
Carphen peered through a viewfinder and directed shells. Between barrages, he spoke.
“Tell Command that we’ve secured a foothold, but we can’t break through. We’re gonna need armor.”
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen was looking around the place, trying to take in what it looked like. However, he wasn't really paying as much attention as he usually would. Apparently he was more tired than he thought. Well, that's what was to be expected from being unable to find time for themselves for anything longer than 15 minutes... Huh. He yawned, and used one of his paws to rub his face, and asked something he should probably have thought of earlier.
"Say... How does time work on this planet, actually?"
He meant in terms of minutes, hours and days. He had no idea how things were here compared to Earth, and it might be good to keep in mind, being stuck here for now and all. Suddenly he longed to be on Earth again.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen was looking around the place, trying to take in what it looked like. However, he wasn't really paying as much attention as he usually would. Apparently he was more tired than he thought. Well, that's what was to be expected from being unable to find time for themselves for anything longer than 15 minutes... Huh. He yawned, and used one of his paws to rub his face, and asked something he should probably have thought of earlier.
"Say... How does time work on this planet, actually?"
He meant in terms of minutes, hours and days. He had no idea how things were here compared to Earth, and it might be good to keep in mind, being stuck here for now and all. Suddenly he longed to be on Earth again.
"IF your from earth Dragon'taan time is about Two and a half hours slower then Earth standard time since it's a bit larger..." The 7 foot Anthro Tigress noted to Michen hearing his question.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Silence in the air has alerted Fel seriously, shots outside of the Spire even more so. He failed, that's for sure because he said a wrong code or a name of a deceased or fired guy. And probably a security team now coming after his head, knowing they have an intruder into the radio air. Kriefing krief! But the Turian doesn't want to give up so easily, wasn't his cup of tea. He either will complete his mission or will die trying. It was the nature of Turians which is the same for three hundred years already. But the solution to how Dranghyr might escape an unnecessary (for now) fight approached from an unexpected angle. In order to find something, that would hide his presence fully and without need to spent energy charges of his suit, Fel found a hatchway on the floor under a pile of crates. Once pulled it aside, Turian opened it and jumped inside of an air shaft as he thought, even though there was a lot of cables, apparently not working. Still, there was a hum inside, so it might hide his movements. This way he might get some information about the datacron location, being undetected (as long as some of Tal Shiar guy won't use a thermal vision).
XIII crawled through the shaft until he reached a steep descent with a ladder. Once he climbed down, he discovered a grid in the middle of the shaft. There was some light under the grid, so Fel assumed he was now inside of the outpost since the Spire was fully out of power supply, but he had no idea where exactly. Having no means to 'sniff' radio air, the Thirteenth resolved to wait and listen for any clues from the ground below him. If that was really the outpost, there should be plenty of guards and Fel didn't doubt, some of them should mention the datacron location. Sure is, surprise element was on his side and he can kill some guys in the outpost before they realize the actual threat but he afraid, that they move datacron somewhere else and he will be lost forever.
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*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
"Will do. Just need to know where to meet or find them," Thrawn said.
Wilco nods and sends Thrawn his homeworlds coordinates. "There you go. I'll let the Security guys know your coming."
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*** DMCS Inquisitor, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Nova waited, nervously, as he waited for Vokun. He never liked attention, his entire race never liked attention, and now he is putting the eyes of millions, maybe even billions, on his race.
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~ Dragon'taan, Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen nodded. Two and a half hours didn't sound too bad. He heard somewhere the internal clock in people wasn't exactly 24 hours on Earth either, so he might be able to adjust. Though this was true, he only read that about humans way back when. As in, before he woke up in the future. Still, this should apply to ferals and anthros as well. What he DIDN'T take in his thinking was how much a slower day/night rythm would affect him if it changed this suddenly! Michen was too tired to properly connect these dots, so he just left the information be for now.
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*Terror Wing*
Fayam replied annoyed, "All my systems are already on standby. In fact, as soon as you open that bay door I'm comin' out all guns blazing."
*New Romulus*
Anna hailed the warbird and readied the docking port. "Faith is clear for docking. Proceed when ready."
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*** IKV Terror Wing, En Route to Torgus Prime ***
"Good - reports coming in have the Capellan Attack Force at considerable levels," Rhea told Fayam. "ETA, 45 seconds."
*** New Romulus ***
The Mogai docked with the Faith, and waited.
*** DMCS Inquisitor, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"General Suleyk, General Indari has requested you check in with Quartermaster Arcnon," the Comms officer reported.
"Hnh - Tigress is probably working on a new project," Andronikos commented.
"She always is - where is she?" Vokun asked.
"Current report puts her at Indari Manor, sir," the crewman said. Vokun paused, then looked to Nova.
"Fancy a visit to Indari Manor, possibly a meeting with the Hero of the Marauder War and his family?" he asked him.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
The front door opened, and a familiar voice boomed across the manor: "I'm home!" Kyle called out. Anna was quick to embrace her husband and the two had a tender kiss, while Kira went over and hugged her father. "Dear god, kid, you're getting big," he commented.
Draco chuckled. "Ah, my other son has come home," he said. He looked to Michen. "You get some sleep; I'll let Kyle know not to disturb you."
"Dear god, Amie, relax! I was joking!" Kabier assured Amie. "Did I really sound that serious?"
Tyber just shrugged looking to Shiloh. "You still remember what today is, right?" he asked her.
*** Warship Iron Dragon, Nephira Orbit ***
"Thank you, commander. I or my aides will keep you informed. Admiral Thrawn out," Thrawn responded, and gave an appreciative smile before cutting the channel. Not long after, an Imperator-I Star Destroyer escorted by two Enforcer Heavy Cruisers were dispatched to the provided coordinates.
*** Ship Docks, Corneria ***
"Why would I do that?" the Guardsman asked.
"Guardsman, you're pointing your gun at the wrong person. This man is a wanted criminal," the intruder said.
The guardsman didn't buy it. "That right? Then explain the getup and the clandestine tactics in attempting to apprehend this person." He looked to Tybalt. "I'll take care of him - you should clear out of here; if Dragon'taan's your next destination, the shuttle leaves in less than an hour." He hitched a thumb at a waiting transport.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
While Fel was indeed inside outpost - it had clear and definite Romulan aesthetics - it was surprisingly empty. And eerily quiet. Nothing but a hollow boom to disturb the otherwise perfect silence.
At least, until a pair of Klingon Marines walked by. They spoke their native tongue, but a universal translator would pick up the conversation: "That Datacron better be worth it; Sela is getting impatient."
"It'll be worth it; the Eternal Fleet will be ours, and we'll crush those insufferable Starfleet petaQs..."
"That will be a glorious battle!"
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"Very well. Carry on," Malgus stated, then headed for his meditation chambers.
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
"Hnh," Ahsoka commented. She looked around, then asked, "Have youu had contact with anyone else? Anyone beyond Malgus' forces or the Imperial Alliance?"
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"Well, if we find it anywhere, it'll be on the Tal Shiar systems," Steiner said. "Very few things happen that they don't know about. And from MJ12 intel, there's an outpost not far from here. Could be how your world was discovered."
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"Are you kidding? When have you ever known me not to go there?" Gideon asked, evidently excited.
*** New Cerinia, Leaving Dovah Fried Chicken ***
"True, but Saraabi was not raised on Cerinian traditions, remember?" Markus told Krystal.
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
"Please," Vitani requested.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"Ain't that always the way," Roc commented.
"Supplies are loading," Rik reported, handing Roc a datapad before turning to Alex. "The world you're from... Dragon'taan... what's it like there?"
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock ***
When the transport docked, everyone aboard gave the tribal-looking woman and her two oversized feral wolf brothers a very wide berth. They were a strange group, but no stranger than many other groups in Galactic Society. When San arrived at the security checkpoint, the guard there turned ten shades of white and was hesitant to inspect San's passport and other papers. He constantly looked between her, Ichi and Ni, and with shaky hands, scanned the passport and cleared her for entry. The two wolves and San took up a lot of room, so they had to wait for an orbital tether car to arrive empty so they could head down planetside. Once there, they walked into Draco City proper, where San hopped on Ichi's back. "Let's go - I want to scout this place out a bit," she said.
"We should be careful, San," Ni cautioned her. "There are many strange scents here."
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***Torgus Prime, Baowolf ***
"General when are we suppose to see our help arrive?" Complained one of the Klingons in the mess hall "i thirst for battle and these Capellans seem not better than federation cowards!"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Ahh just the man I wanted to see." Tigress muttered stepping near Kyle, but not too close letting him and his wife, Anna have thier personal space.
"I'm just playing with ya." Amie replied lightly tapping Kaiber's shoulder with her fist
"Surprize me." Shiloh replied not really seeming to thrilled about it...
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"Are you getting that?" nari asked quietly "Suddenly i'm picking up Klingon disruptor cells."
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
"When you were sick." Celina noted.
*** New Cerinia, Leaving Dovah Fried Chicken ***
"Technically none of us were." krystal began "though Kayle likes to stick with some of it." She added, looking back to her son for a moment before saying "Are we home, yet?"
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
"Roxanne if you would?" Kylie asked as a hologram star map came up in front of the two " New cerinian intellgence has located a pirate owned Lucrehulk battleship just outside of the Dragon'taan system, it's owned by a few pirates, I want that ship..." he began "intel reports that the pirates have even active b1 battle droids working as guards for them, however they do not seem to have any of the stored Vulture droids working yet, an associate of mine want's a few of the vulture droids intact, but other than the Lucrehulk and a couple vulture droids,Your welcome to anything else you find including anything the pirates have stolen... Do you think you can get me that Lucrehulk and a couple of Vulture droids?" Kylie asked. "If you need it i can provide some support as well." he added.
** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"Dragon'taan uhh where to start?" Alex asked trying to think "A giant city where a lot of different species live dragons flying in the Sky is a normal thing..." She began.
*** Dragon'taan Orbital Spacedock, ***
" Like you?" asked a white She-wolf who seemed like she just 'appeared' from out of nowhere 10 feet to Ni's left flank...
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
“Yes, m’Lord.” McCullin tapped a few keys and brought the battlefield map back up, a communication program waiting for any transmissions.
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Coburn’s brow furrowed, incensed. “What? No. Are you questioning my loyalty to Lord Malgus?”
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen nodded and started looking for a comfortable spot. This room was... interesting. Walking a bit furter inwards, he decided to lay down on the floor again and bundled up just a little. Even the voice in his head had gone silent at this point. The room smelled unfamiliar, but he'd get used to that soon enough.
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Nova nodded. "Yes. As ready as I can ever be." He tilted his head, listening to the DICEF comms. "All is good at base. We can proceed."
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*Mongdrigo, Meditation Room*
Within Malgus’s mind, he would feel a pulling, guiding him to the Imperial Alliance fleet. He would see, in his mind’s eye, the crew going about their business with a relaxed air.
Then, a thunderous boom rocked the fleet. Outside, the stars had vanished. Nothing but an inky black void. Then, a spotlight swept out.
Cruelly shaped armor, gibbet cages, chains and runes illuminated in the light. Before them, a massive warship sat, menacing yet docile. Then a gunner panicked.
A charged rail sabot lanced out, smashing into the warship at speed, spewing sparks and liquidated metal into space. In response, a horrid red glow filled the gaping wound.
A chain made of a black metal lashed out, a hooked harpoon head on its end pierced the ship, ignoring the heavy shields the vessel carried, and began dragging the cruiser towards the warship.
As the two ships touched, a discordant chanting would fill Malgus’s ears, and a heavily scarred visage flashed in his vision, before Malgus was returned to his own body, one name at the forefront of his thoughts.
Brottlehiem
*Mongdrigo, Hospital*
Ahsoka would hear the chanting, same as Malgus, even as Coburn chunnered on about nothing. The chanting was accompanied by an overwhelming sense of evil and dread.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Maybe so, in any case, let's get these men and women whom deserve it out of their shackles and see if we can get them safe either down back in my home or on a ship you’d be willing to have them board. I wonder how my brother is faring?” Katin said as he pondered what might be happening back at home. Unknowing of what Damien was actually doing.
*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
He turned back around and kept his wits about him. He had been in too many situations similar to this to let himself get too comfortable. He pushed back his cloak and pulled both his revolvers out of their holsters. Spinning their chambers as they lot up and primed. “Grey...I don’t like the feeling of this. Nor am I too keen on waiting for the crew to answer us, because I’m not sure THEY will be the ones to respond.”
(So sorry for such a late response! I’ve been focusing on my studies out here)
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Maybe so, in any case, let's get these men and women whom deserve it out of their shackles and see if we can get them safe either down back in my home or on a ship you’d be willing to have them board. I wonder how my brother is faring?” Katin said as he pondered what might be happening back at home. Unknowing of what Damien was actually doing.
*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
He turned back around and kept his wits about him. He had been in too many situations similar to this to let himself get too comfortable. He pushed back his cloak and pulled both his revolvers out of their holsters. Spinning their chambers as they lot up and primed. “Grey...I don’t like the feeling of this. Nor am I too keen on waiting for the crew to answer us, because I’m not sure THEY will be the ones to respond.”
(So sorry for such a late response! I’ve been focusing on my studies out here)
(stuff happens)
"But your brother's on board..." Grey grumbled, looking to the pilot "pilot give them a little tap."
With that the Anhur banged against the mj12 ship hopeing to send a signal saying "HEY WE"RE HERE!!" to the people inside, and hopfully not leaving a huge dent in the hull.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
As Sarla did a scan of the area, searching for the sniper, Sohdakin took the moment to reload his rifle with a fresh magazine. The data in his hud updated the moment the fresh magazine clicked and sent the bolt forward. Part of him wished he would have packed the Particle Ion rifle as it didn't make as much noise and was a bit more compact.
Sohdakin kept an eye on the scan data from the probe Sarla was piloting and when his map finally updated, he reacted before Sarla even spouted a warning. In an instant, Sohdakin sprung from his cover and rolled to a kneeling position as he brought his rifle up to aim at the sniper's new location. With practiced precision, the moment his rifle's cross-hairs went over the spot on the catwalk where the sniper should be, he pulled the trigger. Another thunderous book echoed in the chamber, quickly followed by two more. The first was aimed at the sniper's location, the next two shot out some of the support columns that held the catwalk to the ceiling.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Because Fel' armor has been designed to be more of scout type and thus providing more tools for intelligence, it's trading-off defensive abilities in terms of physical protection. So anything stronger than a light blaster or a slugthrower might penetrate his Phantom Armor, which still was a good choice for an experienced infiltrator. This why Fel preferred never appears on any battlefield as a regular soldier, but instead, he usually tries to stay in the shadow, striking when no one expects. And this is why he was crawling through the air shaft with his sniper rifle behind his back and trying to not produce any sound because he knew, once he will engage in an open fight here - he will be screwed badly. But he knew that his efforts were worth, once the Turian heard some voices from the ground below him and since his armor' mini-computer has built-in almost any widespread language of the Galaxy translator, decoding their speech was on the fly. However, it was still not enough to know the actual location of the datacron, so Dranghyr resolved to act more actively.
As soon as the voices subsided, the Turian invaded into a corridor with a green-ish illumination, but the way it looks appeared to be Romulan. Using sticky substances on tips of his armored fingers, combined with cloaking, just like a spider, Turian has entered the large room with many consoles and several Tal Shiar operatives working at them, where the first ones could be a good source of information. Unfortunately, once Fel started to analyze possibilities to perform sabotage and hack local consoles in search of the Datacron location, the commander XO entered the room along with some woman. Sure is, they all were Tal Shiar' operatives. Therefore, Fel has hidden behind a huge pile of crates and started to listen for the dialogue of the two. The pile was high enough to fully hid his silhouette, so he exited from stealth mode, started to recover his exo-suit charge.
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*** Ship Docks, Corneria ***
The shuttle was going through pre-flight checks when Tybalt boarded, and there were seats everywhere. It was just a matter of taking one that was vacant.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
If the shots from Sohdakin's rifle didn't kill the sniper, the collapsing of the catwalk he was on would; the catwalk fell beneath his feet, and the sniper literally fell on his face.
The shots could be heard inside the outpost, too. "Ready weapons, marines! That was a little too close to home!" One Klingon NCO said.
"Should we move the Datacron?" one of the Tal Shiar operatives asked.
It was then that the outpost Commandant spoke: "The Datacron will be moved to my office for safekeeping until this threat passes."
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Everyone on the bridge felt the ship shudder. "What the hell was that?" one of the crewmen asked. Steiner walked over to a console. "Seems we have a visitor," he commented. Looking to Katin, he asked, "Sir... can you come look at this? I think your brother may be on board."
*** Mongdrigo, Meditation Room ***
Struck with a growing sense of dread, Malgus rose from meditation and headed for the command center. He had to warn the fleet...
*** Mongdrigo, Hospital ***
Ahsoka felt the disturbance in the Force, and looked to Coburn. "Which way to the Command Center?" She asked.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Today's the anniversary of the day we met," Tyber told Shiloh. "Why do you seem so irritated?"
"Hah!" Kabier laughed. "Well, I better get moving - before Viktor comes in to drag me out. Let's not wait too long for our next girls' night out, okay?"
"Something to report, Tigress?" Kyle asked.
Sheila noticed Michen, and opened both her eyes to look at him. Contrary to her mate, Sheila's eyes were a piercing Blue. She didn't say anything, she just looked at him.
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport ***
A spear appeared in San's hand, and her two wolf companions rounded on and growled at the she-wolf. "It's not nice to sneak up on someone like that," she said.
*** New Cerinia, Cerinian Wok, Asian restaurant ***
Gideon looked playfully indignant. "Hardy-har-har," he jested. "We gonna go before they close, or are you just gonna keep teasing me?"
*** New Cerinia, Krystal's Mansion ***
The car lurched slightly. "Does that answer the question?" he chuckled. He put the car in park, and undid his seat belt. "I just hope that Panther isn't in there with your clone again."
*** DMCS Inquisitor, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Vokun and Andronikos headed for the hangar, hopefully with Nova in tow, to take a waiting drop ship.
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
Vitani studied the image, pacing back and forth as she thought. "I may have a way. Is there anything else I should know?"
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"Dragons flying the skies? Sounds like my kind of world," Rik commented.
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
Ahsoka and Malgus would enter the command center only a few seconds apart from each other. McCullin turned and saluted as Malgus entered. "M'Lord."
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***Torgus Prime, Baowolf ***
"You'd do well to remember that the Federation can be just as honorable as a full blood Klingon, and that they are our allies now." Said another female Ferasan, her fur more of a purple color as she stepped into the room.
"Ahh Nina, what kept you?" Kreya asked.
"The new Refits on the Baowolf were extensive i wanted to see what they were before we got them on our ship."
"Ever the engineer." Kreya chuckled.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
The shots from the 'dragon's rifle also got the attention of Nari and the commandos following her... Nari herself activating a cloaking device that would conceal her from vison smell and to a lesser degree hearing...
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm sorry my mom was teaching me something just before you got here and I was having trouble picking up on it." Shiloe responded "And I'm also getting Impatient.
"Hey that's on you." Amie pointed out with a chuckle.
Tigress turned to Kyle "Yeah a huuge tech report, I thought you'd want to see personally." The large white Tiger replied.
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport ***
"This is my home, if anything you are new here, and I have every right to know who and what is on my home." the she-wolf replied.
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
"No, I think that was everything... Roxanne?"
" The B1 battle droids are all linked into the control center in the normal position so if you can get there and turn off the control node it should aid you in elminating the Security... but the pirates aren't stupid they'll have organic security as well as have the control computers guarded." the Ai Vixen replied.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"Eh for some it's unnerving but when you live there you get use to it."
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"Way to go dufus! Why dont you just wake up the whole damn planet with that rifle of yours!" Sarla huffed, berating Sohdakin. He was very good at his job, though he often took a very unconventional route to accomplish his goals. One of those goals was to draw the attention of the Tal Shiar and what better way than to make a big show of force.
As the catwalk fell to the ground, taking the sniper along with it and crushing the Romulan in the process, Sohdakin rolled out of the way and began to sprint towards the far side, heading towards the signal.
"I wouldnt be using this indoors had that sniper not take out my rifle!" Sohdakin grumbled as he got a proximity warning from the entrance. "Well shit, this cant be good" he checked his surroundings and kept low as he could as he made his way between the ruins and over to the far wall. When he rounded a corner he came to another long hallway and it seemed the signal was still a ways away.
"By the breath....is the signal traveling?" Sohdakin grumbled and sure enough Sarla confirmed his suspicions as she overlayed the last triangular read of the signal and it was on the move. The Rohkah hissed a curse in his native language and sighed. Well, at least he knew that whatever this was it was important enough to have it moved.
"Soda, youd better get a move on. There are multiple contacts in the ruins one may be cloaked though its hard to confirm and this hallway doesnt provide a lot of cover" Sarla said as despite the visual, audio and scent obfuscation from her armor, Nari still left distinct footprints in the sandy floor. If she had her own sensor suite she may pick up the various emitters that were deployed throughout the ruins. They were small and had a scattering, rotating encryption scheme to avoid anyone following to where the signals were being sent to, but they could not hide their presence.
Sohdakin looked behind him briefly and contemplated setting up an ambush or even hiding. Though with the signal on the move he decided to sprint down the hall in an attempt to catch up to the moving signal.
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*** IKV Terror Wing, En Route to Torgus Prime ***
"Good - reports coming in have the Capellan Attack Force at considerable levels," Rhea told Fayam. "ETA, 45 seconds."
*** New Romulus ***
The Mogai docked with the Faith, and waited.
*Terror Wing*
Fayam pre-activated his shields and laid his hand on the throttle, ready to put it up ASAP.
*New Romulus*
Anna entered the warbird with her crew in tow. Johnny stayed behind to keep an eye on Faith.
*Earth*
Mary finally got a ride back to Corneria. Her worries and impatience was visible all over her during the entirety of the flight.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Excuse you?” Katin said as he regained his balance from the sudden impact. He went to look and find that his brother was indeed on the opposing ship. “What is he doing out here?!”
*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Wait what?-“ he was cut off by the sudden shift in movement as the ship ‘gently’ smacked into the other ship beside them. Damien had began saying some very unflattering words in response.
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*** Inside Tal Shiar outpost, Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Now Fel knew Datacron' location, but the problem was is that he didn't know where that damned office located. Apparently, local consoles might have the data with the map of the whole outpost, so in case XIII can download one of them, he can find the way to the office and something more. And now he could eliminate everyone in the room he was because no one here knew about his presence. But he afraid, that sounds of battle might raise an alarm and Datacron location might be moved somewhere else and Fel won't be as successful as now. Luckily, there was another one shaft where he been, so decided to use it and figure where it might lead, in hope that shaft has no infrared movement detectors which Tal Shiar usually loves to place in such places. And sometimes, it could be not detectors. Dranghyr knew about those deadly things (which he simply calls as photo cameras for their similar appearance with that ancient devices) and used some of them in the past. Really cool things when it comes about guerilla warfare.
The shaft has led to yet another room with green-ish illumination. Inside the room were two Tal Shiar operatives who were under overwatch of each other, which means once Fel would kill one of them, another one would start the alarm. But they were working behind consoles which Fel needed so their elimination was needed. In order to do it and not to trigger an alarm, still being cloaked, Thirteenth slowly approached one of the Tal Shiar agents behind him and shot in his head with his silenced assault rifle and in the moment of an eye, shot another one agent on the opposite side of the room in the head. Once both of agents were killed, using the granted time frame, Fel connected his exo-suit with the console, luckily the console wasn't protected because the Tal Shiar operative was working at it. Using his knowledge of Romulans mainframes, Dranghyr downloaded the map of the outpost, along with some other data (which might be encrypted) and escaped into the shaft he used to come here. He needed time now to read the map, hoping Tal Shiar won't figure out soon that two of their agents now lying dead. Hiding corpses would be senseless because Fel would need a lot of time to do this and hiding just one won't help too much. So the Turian realized, that the given time is better to use for more important tasks.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen made himself comfortable on what seemed to be a soft spot on the ground, not too bothered by the dragoness looking at him. He noticed her watching, but didn't really think much of it. Lying down once more, he closed his eyes again.
Good night, Michen.
Yeah, yeah. Good night to you too.
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***DMCS Inquisitor Dragon'taan orbit***
Nova followed him, enthralled with the beauty of the planet out the window.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Excuse you?” Katin said as he regained his balance from the sudden impact. He went to look and find that his brother was indeed on the opposing ship. “What is he doing out here?!”
*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Wait what?-“ he was cut off by the sudden shift in movement as the ship ‘gently’ smacked into the other ship beside them. Damien had began saying some very unflattering words in response.
*** Anhur next to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"Sorry, bout that ,but that was the only way we could get their attention." Grey apologized...."Don't worry we're not new to this sort of thing we know what were doing, there shouldn't have done any terminal damage to the ship.
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Name:Elijah "Red" Nakogee
Age:46
Gender: Male
Species: Rabbit
Bio: Well, Red is a scavenger. A really dedicated one at that. So much so that the massive mutilation conga-line of potentially career ending injuries has only left him a man with an array of life-support and prosthetics. He also enjoys collecting some of the more interesting trash he manages to pick up which he bargains for extravagant prices.
Current Location: Dragon'taan Orbit
Post Merge: April 30, 2019, 03:26:43 AM
Red's small Scavenger ship had been chugging it's way through the patches of space junk that rested around Dragon'taan. Using various lasers and beams large chunks of various junk patches were slowly sucked into the bay of his ship. Red himself sorted through the small mound of satellite and ship pieces and examined every single moderately shiny thing he was able to find. His life support system kept an almost rhythmic pattern that kept an equilibrium between the noises of his artificial lungs and the gentle hum of the battery that helped keep his cybernetics working without the need for constant recharging. He, unfortunately, didn't experience any sort of "Million Dollar Man" improvements and was basically scammed out of the more flashy systems. He was glad that the machinery he did have did more thab enough to keep him functioning.
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*** Dragon'taan Spaceport ***
"I am San, Daughter of Moro. I came here seeking out a famous figure - Kyle Indari. Do you know where I can find him?" San asked.
"Careful, San," Ichi cautioned his human sister. "She smells of wolf, but also of something else I cannot discern."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
A DMC Ares-class Attack Cruiser approached Red's ship. "Unrecognized craft, please identify yourself," the Warship radioed. Her shields were up, but her weapons were not armed.
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
Vitani curled her lips and shrugged. "Nothing I can't handle. Any idea where to take the ship once I have control?"
*** DMCS Inquisitor Dragon'taan orbit ***
Vokun boarded the drop ship, sat down, and waited for Nova to take his seat. "If you've any questions before we hit planetside, ask them now," he told him.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Sheila shrugged and went back to sleep. Draco curled up next to her and went to sleep himself.
Tyber frowned. "Really? What was she trying to teach you?" he asked. "Or do I even wanna know?"
Kabier walked outside and got into the car with Viktor, Tyber and Shiloh. After she got in, Viktor backed out of the driveway, and set off. Tyber looked to Shiloh. "You did remember to bring the tickets I sent you, right?"
*** IKV Terror Wing, Torgus Prime Orbit ***
Both the IKV Terror Wing and the IKS Hegh dropped out of warp at the same time, followed by a task force of Klingon ships. As soon as the Terror Wing was secured from warp, the hangar bay doors opened, leaving Fayam free to come out and blast the Capellan ships - a mixed bag of B'rel Birds-of-Prey, Puy'jaQ Raptors, Ki'tang Birds-of-prey, T'liss Light Warbirds, T'Varo Light Warbirds, and Ar'kif Tactical Warbirds, all supported by four black-colored D'Derridex Warbirds and a pair of Lucrehulk Battleships, all emblazoned with the Capellan Confederation Logo (https://cfw.sarna.net/wiki/images/a/a1/Capellan_Confederation_Logo_New.png?timestamp=20151210205638). The Terror Wing went on the attack, going after one of the D'Derridex Warbirds.
*** New Romulus ***
The Vulpes Umbra, when Anna and her crew assumed command, would head back for the fleet formation, to make ready for the warp jump.
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"Put the fleet on high alert," Malgus commanded. "We have an imminent threat - but they are not to fire unless fired upon. This is a direct order from their Lord!"
"I take it you felt what I did?" Ahsoka asked.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"You live there? Hnh... must be nice," Rik commented.
"Goods, Rik - we're on a schedule," Roc told his friend.
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
A Sith Fury-class Interceptor dropped out of transwarp over Coruscant, and K'Tath immediately went about securing permission for his ship to land. Once done, he looked to his female counterpart. Gently poking the side of her head, he said softly, "Hey, Cobalt... wake up, we're here."
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
The map Thirteen got would pinpoint the exact location of the office - on the other end of the outpost, just shy of the main reactor that powered the place. Among the other unprotected files he got were numerous references to a "Eternal Katana Fleet" and something about a rogue wolf going from one world to the next that the Tal Shiar had some interest in.
Outside the outpost, an alarm began blaring with a lout BOOOO-DEEEET! BOOOO-DEEEET! BOOOO-DEEEET! And almost immediately, droids seemed to come from the spire walls. One of them looked to Sohdakin, and shouted something in a completely alien language. Aside from that, it made no hostile gesture.
***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"I think he's looking for you," Steiner commented.
*** Coronet Spaceport, Corellia ***
Just outside the gateway between the Spaceport and Coronet City, a strange gateway (https://wow.zamimg.com/uploads/screenshots/normal/556710-death-gate.jpg) opened, and stayed for a few moments. Afterward, a wolf dressed in crimson splint mail armor, evidently enhanced with modern tech, stepped through. On his back were two katanas. The wolf's glowing blue eyes surveyed his surroundings. "Hnnnh... how familiar," he commented, seemingly to himself.
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
McCullin faltered slightly. A few seconds passed before he moved. “Y-Yes, m’Lord.” He turned and started the communication.
“Fleet, be on high alert. Lord Malgus has sensed an imminent threat. He orders you to not fire upon the hostile, only to be aware.”
The fleet, after a minute, responded.
-We will do as Lord Malgus commands.-
McCullin sighed and turned with a smile. “They’re on alert, Lord.”
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"Why do you seek him?" Ambre the she-wolf asked, turning to Ichi "Although your caution is wise, wolf boy , it's unwarrented. Ambre replied "You will most likely find Kyle in his mansion ten minutes east of it, on Draco Hill ." The she wolf noted pointing with her muzzle at the mansion in the distance.
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
"We've setup a shipyard just out of orbit of New Cerinia that my contact will use to refit the cargo hauler." Kylie explained showing a holographic representation as well as giving Vitani the coordinates via whatever manner she had...
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I dunno if you do want to know..." Shilie replied her eyes glowing like they had lit on fire for one second... the Fox smirking as the flames in her eyes died down, her eyes returning to their normal green color. "Of course i have them they never left my pocket."
Tigress took a deep breath, instead of talking she dropped some device to the ground which brought up a hologram of herself which began talking
"I've begun trials of a prototype adaptive sheild system similar to Borg shields in large spacecraft form.
I've finsihed all experimental developments of our battlemech equipment, I've finished miniturization of our fusion engines which now come in at 25% lighter than Clan XL engines and the same size as standard engines leaving more room in the side torsos,Also i've finished development of what I call Dragon scale mech armor which is based off of the clan ferro-lammelor armor, it's 50% lighter and smaller than clan ferro fiberous and increases protection by 80% per ton of armor, making our mech armor nearly invulnrable, with the shield systems our mechs are incredibly hard to destroy, the new armor is also 65% lighter, once again allowing more tonnage for weapons and other internal components. I've increase all weapon effective ranges to at least 200 meters more than their clan counterparts, finnally i've finished the final design of the mech grade missile launcher I call the Dovah Fire launcher the launcher can carry and fire any missile type and even torpedos for underwater or space the launchers come in eight flavours 2, 4, 5, 6, 10,, 12, 15, 20, the launchers can load The ATM missle LRM, SRM SSRM MRM SMRM and any other projectile small enough to fit into it even Proton Torpedos. All these upgrades apply to Protmechs as well.
I think i'm gonna call this the last upgrade to the gen3 Mjolnir platform, now offers various forms of plating including the Sangheili standard Nanolaminate, Dragon Scale and other various light weight but strong materials to offer a variety of textures and look to the armor, the helmet still serves as a Neurohelmet with a small upgrade for Mechwarriors, no implant is required for their use, however training is still highly advised before using such armor.
Finally i've been working with Vokun and studying Iconian tech ,however we have just gotten new data from the Cerinian asteroid base, after 5 years of trying to break the encryption,we finnally got it, and we found something disturbing or maybe good. The Ancient Cerinians, knew the Iconians, not only that but they were allies, The Cerinians were much like me trading for technology and then making that technology our own by reverse engineering it and if possible improving on it, The Cerinians had tech on par with Iconians, a lot was lost with the destruction of Cerinia, using some of my new Mjolnir gen 3 armor a team went to Cerina and found information that confirms the Cerinians knew the Iconians and reguarlly spoke with them, but it seems that the Cerinians did not know of the Iconian homeworld's destruction, due to events that lead up to Cerinia itself being rendered uninhabitable. To that end I have updated our Materilization devices with Cerinian versions of Iconian tech to allow for more storage, along with that I have found out that the Cerinian Subspace drives are very similar to Iconian gateway technology. Comparing data records from the Asteroid base and what was discovered on Cerinia, i have found that Cerinian tech that we have, like that on the Aurora, Borealis and the Galatae are on par with Ancient Cerinian tech, ot at least close i imagine soon we will have many breakthroughs thanks to the unlocked data and data we recoverd From Cerinia"
"I'm also working with our Romulan allies to create improved Hyper-plasma weapons and power devices, some of the new Fusion reactors could be replacing some of the Republics Singularity cores soon, if development proceeds as projected."
***Torgus Prime Orbit ***
With the arrival of the terror wing the Baowulf decloaked along with More B'rel Birds-of-Prey and some Somraw Raptors decloaked along with the rest all showing the red Dragon logo of the Tri-Dragon-Legion.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"I have had no other place to go, and the merc contracts pay pretty well." Alex replied, looking to Roc.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
With the alerts going off Nari and the squad of commandos went full stealth activating their full cloaks which would muffle their footsteps to sound almost like a soft breath, Nari retreated to the squad feeling that someone had spotted her.
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
"mmm just a few more minutes?" The female Lucario woman muttered, barley stirring in her bed...
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Red's head jolted up from its angled position as he heard the announcement page into his ship's intercom, He quickly made his way through the decrepit halls of his ship before he quickly seated himself in the cockpit and replied to the transmission with his own garbled and fuzzy message "This is Captain Red of the Scavenger ship Bogatyr." His labored breathing could be heard through the transmission "I come in peace. I'm simply doing my... Scavenge-ly actions on all these junk patches." He stated with a hint of annoyance before he could be heard shuffling around and coughing in the background of the transmission fuzz
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*Terror Wing*
Fayam did not wait a moment when the bay doors opened. He shot out on full power, locking his turrets on the barrage of enemies at first chance. Mere seconds after exiting, he was shooting at everything that happened to move and bear the Capellan logo, not preferring one target over the other.
*New Romulus*
Anna did not hesitate to warp. In the meantime, she tried gathering intel on the enemies they'd face. She wanted to come armed with knowledge.
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***DMCS Inquisitor***
Nova shook his head, rather wanting to enjoy the descent in silence.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Katin gritted his teeth at the sight of his brother. “Oh he’s going to get a good look at my fist once I get a hold of him! Why the heck didn’t he tell me he was coming up before leaving our home?!” He turned to Steiner and Silrus. “How fast can we get them over here?”
*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Nah! That’s good.” He said getting his footing. “I’ve been through worse than that so all is good.” He looked out at the window and saw his brother looking back. He smiled and waved as if he had done nothing wrong. “Alright Grey, how do we get over there?” He asked.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Katin gritted his teeth at the sight of his brother. “Oh he’s going to get a good look at my fist once I get a hold of him! Why the heck didn’t he tell me he was coming up before leaving our home?!” He turned to Steiner and Silrus. “How fast can we get them over here?”
*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Nah! That’s good.” He said getting his footing. “I’ve been through worse than that so all is good.” He looked out at the window and saw his brother looking back. He smiled and waved as if he had done nothing wrong. “Alright Grey, how do we get over there?” He asked.
"They have to open the airlock." Grey explained.
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"T...that wasn't me!" Sohdakin said to Sarla as he could just feel her gaze on him if she had a physical form in which to give him that 'look' while the klaxon sounded quite loudly. He didn't see any sensors that he could have tripped, nor did Sarla alert him of anything nefarious in his path. As droids started coming out of the walls, Sohdakin paused and turned just in time to see one of the droids spotting him and saying something in a language that he didn't understand.
"Oh! Hello, Im fine here.....now, thank you......how are you?" he said out loud through his external speakers before blasting the droid with his rifle, the 30mm round obliterating the droid before it could do anything to the dragon, bits and pieces of the droid scattered down the hallway and back into the previous room he was in. "Wasn't interested in a conversation anyway"
"Good thing Sohda, he wasn't asking to be your friend, thats for sure" Sarla quipped as Sohdakin continued down the hallway and took a moment to remove the extended barrel as he had a feeling, as things got tighter, he wouldn't be needing to shoot long range.
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*** Inside Tal Shiar outpost, Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Once Fel gotten himself safe, he inspected the map he obtained and wondered. It was the location of the power fusion reactor, so apparently, in case he will disable it, the whole outpost will be exposed and any electronic security measures will be disabled, meaning, that the only Dranghyr would need to do is to find the room, where Datacron located. And he wanted to do so, as he won't be needed to deal with hacking local door consoles. And so he made it as his plan for the next actions. Sadly, the shaft where he has been had no further ways, so Fel has been forced to exit from the shaft, being cloaked. His suit has some energy remained, but soon it will go away and he will be seen, which will make him extremely vulnerable as open combat against armored marines is a challenge for him with no guarantee he can survive it.
Fel surprised once again when the next room right to the central one was a prison. Turian rushed to some of the cages and discovered, that cells have prisoners inside them. And as Fel has seen, there were about eight cells, the consoles which open them was in the middle of the room. But the grey alien didn't want to release them now. Without weapons, they were useless and will die pretty quickly as he saw there were some guards. But why all those people were here? What's Tal Shiar point was to contain them here? So for now, Turian left them where they were, but once reactor would stop, the prisoners will be free and... Fel should help them to escape from this damned place. Even if they were criminals, they should be condemned by Cornerian local laws. They're furries after all!
Fel decided to proceed further and encountered a door with the nameplate 'Power Reactor Cell Room', which was obviously a room with the heart of this outpost. Unfortunately, it was locked and there was no way to get inside the room through any other means. Just a wall with the door and the console. But then Turian spotted a Romulan female, waited for her, while Turian being cloaked, and once she bypassed him, Turian appeared behind her back. Moreover, his suit energy was over and now he has been seen. But now Turian didn't care as he was almost succeeded at his first major goal.
"Don't even move, Tal Shiar' scum. Tell me the codes from the reactor room and you will survive...". Said Fel pointing his rifle on the female back of her head.
*** Coronet Spaceport, Corellia ***
Before Viktor appeared, not long ago a faction of super soldiers (actually rotted clones) called Grineer, was able to catch the last of the Orokin, a race of purple elf-like creatures whose skin looked like a Galaxy star map (https://icdn2.digitaltrends.com/image/how-to-unlock-fortnite-galaxy-skin.jpg). The race which was able to create a series of combat suits, which were directly connected to your nervous system and mind. But even though such suits were capable of killing in mass, today wasn't a good day for Storm at all. She thought, that she could be safe here on Corellia and Grineer won't travel here so far away and she could continue her researches related with Klyntar race. But she was wrong. Even though the battlefield was filled in the blood of super soldiers, a lucky EM grenade had disabled all her combat suit abilities and they trapped her inside the cryopod in front of Viktor eyes. Obviously, the union of two generals, Ruk and Grievous, has made its job. And now they were about to load the cryopod on the Grineer spaceship. And if they can capable to discover secrets of the Orokin, the Galactic Society would face with a one more serious threat, where even Force-sensitive users were a total joke.
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*** Inside Tal Shiar outpost, Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
The Romulan immediately whirled around to try and knock the weapon at her head away with one hand, the other drawing a Disruptor pistol to point at Fel. "Brave, but foolish, alien," she said, her tone sneering the word "alien", "you're impossibly outnumbered, outgunned, and outmatched."
*** Fleet Spire, Corneria ***
Several more droids appeared, and went after Sohdakin.
*** Corneria Spaceport Docks ***
Some time after Tybalt sat down, the shuttle was fully loaded, cleared, and began its ascent through the atmosphere. The clouds steadily cleared to the vast, eternal night of space - and the several Imperium Warships and other refitted vessels, all emblazoned with a "601" standing guard in orbit.
*** Coronet Spaceport, Corellia ***
After searching, Viktor was on the track of the Cryopod, looking to rescue the inhabitant within. He approached one particular building, looking to either rescue his friend, or find out where she'd been taken.
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"I can transport him aboard," Steiner offered.
"That would expedite his arrival," Silrus told Katin. "Basically a teleporter."
*** Dragon'taan ***
The drop ship descended through the atmosphere of Dragon'taan, heading for the Military District. Vokun chose not to tell Nova "Welcome to Dragon'taan," as he imagined he didn't need to.
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
While Fayam engaged the Capellans, Rhea sent a Klingon Battle Chant over an open channel, which in turn frenzied Klingon ships in her task force and they ruthlessly attacked the Capellan force.
*** RRW Vulpes Umbra, En Route to Torgus Prime ***
For an experienced Starship Commander, Anna would not find much that would be of great difficulty on the Capellans of the Capellan Confederation - they were thieves, thugs, and pirates. The worst of the worst, but still little more than violent criminals. Still, there was no indication as to why they'd attack Torgus Prime and Torrentus' Romulan Empire. There seemed no logic to it.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
There was a pause before the response came: "Well, being that you're a relative newcomer to these parts, we'll let it slide, this time - for future reference, do identify yourself before you start scavenging Dragon'taan orbit. You're actually lucky you got here first - there's a Battlemech Drop Ship yet to be scavenged on the far side of the planet; remnants of an attacker that attacked us unprovoked some time ago. If you want real profitable scavenging, you could start with that. Anything you recover, you could turn over to Master Developer Tigress Arcnon - and don't worry about being paid for what you find. That's handled by the Salvage and Scavenger Treasury account here on Dragon'taan. Tigreess will tell you how it works. DMCS Ares, over and out." The warship then cut transmission and returned to its patrol route.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Tyber smiled. "That's good. And don't worry about drink and snacks - I have that covered," he told Shiloh.
"He actually does, this time," Viktor chuckled from the driver's seat. Kabier wasn't looking back at the child couple, but she was grinning ear to ear.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I see, I see..." Kyle stated as he paced, listening to Tigress' report. When she finished, he nodded. "That's damn good work, Tigress. Keep me posted."
It was then that young Jason approached Amie. "Mom, where'd Shiloh go?" he asked.
Sheila woke peacefully, and noticed Michen still there. She wanted to talk to him, but she didn't want to wake him. He did travel a long way to get here. She did catch an odd whiff from him, and slowly inched over to take a good sniff, try and discern what it was she smelled.
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport ***
San looked up and spotted it, then tapped the brother whom she wasn't riding. "Let's go," she suggested. She and the two massive wolves headed in that direction without so much as a word.
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
"I'll see what I can do," Vitani said. She accessed her comms. "Vitani to the Furiam - one to beam back." She looked straight at Kylie as she was beamed away. Shortly thereafter, the Furiam cloaked and headed for the AO.
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"Now, get the Mongdrigans in here - anyone who knows about this Brottleheim creature. I want to know everything there is to know about it," Malgus commanded.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
Rik was about to speak when his computer beeped. Rik looked over it, then looked to Roc and said, "Supplies are loaded, you're all set."
"Good... sooner we get this done, the better," Roc said as he paid for the goods. "I just hope my wife can hold off the baby till I get there."
"Oh, that's right!" Rik chuckled. "How's Jill doing?"
"Another time, Rik," Roc stated. He looked to Alex. "We should get going."
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*** just outside the Tal Shiar outpost, Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Nari's team had used all the commotion to sneak to the entrance of the outpost, one of the commados setting a breaching charge at the entrance door...
"When this goes off their gonna know we're here but I imagine in the confusion we can nullify and Romulans before they throw an alarm." one of the commados said to Nari, the Silver armored vixen nodding in reply...
with that the team backed away from the door before a very loud explosion went off completely knocking the door from it's railings, hinges, whatever held it on...
*** Coronet Spaceport, Corellia ***
Another portal of purple color opened near Viktor, a small purple dragon coming out of it, looking around and spotting Icy cold wolf. "Dang, is this a bad time?" she asked Viktor quietly.
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Grey waited patiently for a responce their comms having been open to allied frequencies for awhile now....
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
Kay'pal's fleet also engaged with Rhea's fleet helping the combined Klingon force with their hybrid disruptor-plasma weaponry. to tear through the Capellans lighter armor that they usually had though some of their stolen craft lacked their light armor and fast moving ability something that perplexed Kreya and her officer Ninya as they studied the remains of craft as the Baowulf blew through more and more debri from destroyed capellan ships from Kay'pal's Negh'Var.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"reaaally?" Shiloe asked.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You know I will General right now i'm working on upgrades to some of the Tri-Dragon leauges weapons along with more variations of Hybrid weapons like the Disruptor-plasma weapons..." Tigress said as she turned to head back to the armory.
"She went with Kabby and Tyber, why?" Amie asked her son.
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport ***
After San left vision range Amber changed her form back to her standard form of a white humanoid Wolf. "heh left without a thank you..." The she wolf shrugged.
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit ***
"I'll leave it to you then, if you need anything else you have my contact information" Kylie replied, getting an oddly familiar feeling from Vitani.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"Considering you have a baby coming let's go but don't rush it." Alex said turning to Follow Roc Back outside.
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More shots thundered and echo'd in the ruins as the Rohkah was blasting the droids as quickly as they appeared.
"Sohda you better get your scaley ass moving, you cant keep this rate up for much longer" Sarla said sternly as she knew that he was busy concentraiting on keeping himself alive at the moment.
"Tell me something I dont know!" he growled, not at her but the fact that he wished he still had his other rifle about now. Indeed he was paying attention to his ammo count as he didnt exactly bring enough 30mm rounds to use his sniper rifle as a regular rifle. He still had his two Kintach Subs that were more for CQB and right now they were far enough away that he didnt need to use them....he also wanted to keep it that way. Rather, he hoped to.
Sohdakin was not far from where Nari and her team were about to blow the door to the outpost as he was heading that way himself. However, just as the breaching charge went off, the shockwave from the blast cause an unintended consequence...at least for him. Without warning, the floor beneath the large Rohkah collapsed, sending him tumbling down a large ventilation shaft that was probably connected to the main air exchanger.
Life is very unpredictable...one second, the female Romulan had a disruptor pointed at Fel, and the next, the ceiling above her suddenly gave way as a massive armored dragon broke through the bend in the air duct, crushing her instantly.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Red listened to the transmission in full and started breathing faster as his suit started to compensate for his sudden burst of excitement. He would make a lot more money if he scrapped that dropship than if he set up shop and gave passersby pieces of Astronomy Satellites and ruined battleships. It wasn't like the things he will find in that dropship would help him, He didn't even know what Battlemechs were. He fastened himself in the cockpit as he set a course for the far side of Dragon'taan. Juggling the controls with the arming of Bogatyr's weaponry just in case rival scavengers tried approaching. He then fumbled his own sidearm as he tried stuffing it into his holster whilst trying not to shoot himself or anything else in the cockpit. He would need this considering how scavenging off of other ships tended to clog up some important parts of his ships collection system which would usually force him to pick things apart by hand.
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*Torgus Prime*
Mercilessly, Fayam shot down one ship after the other. He yelled bloodthirsty as he left many an explosion in his wake. He already fell in love with the improved firepower his ship had over the Blowfish MK. I.
*Vulpres Umbra*
Anna scratched her chin. "Strange... the Capellans... outlaws? Why'd outlaws go for an assault like this? Unless..." Zealo pointed out, "I'm not exactly an expert, but even I get the idea that something, or rather, someone, gave them a command. I don't know who gave the order or why, but there's clearly a third party involved." Koman muttered, "Well, I guess that makes some sense. If you give people money -especially this kind of people- they're gonna do anything for ya. I bet some unknown guy bought or bribed all these forces together. Fortunately, this kind of folk generally isn't a real threat in terms of combat. They're not known for defensive play."
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*** Inside Tal Shiar outpost, Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"But right now you're alone and you're mine". Said Turian right before the Romulan female tried to disarm him. Once she tried to hit him, the three-fingered alien made a step aside, grabbed her head with her hair, and smashed the door console with her face. And voila, the door opened, which made Turian wondering for a moment before he roughly threw the female Tal Shiar operative to the floor. She got mad on him and wanted to get revenge for such appeal with her and maybe she would succeed, but then the room ceiling collapsed and the only thing he saw before he got darkness in his eyes is a big creature felling on him. Luckily, the distance from where Sohdakin fell, was safe enough not to squash Dranghyr. Still, the dragon was too heavy for Fel to lift him and the only thing he could do is waiting for the dragon to stand up while resting under his body. So only Fel' legs were seen under Sohdakin's tail.
"I don't remember that I have requested any reinforcement... Or are you a Tal Shiar' secret operative as well?". The only what Turian told once he got able to speak again as his cognitive abilities were heavily reduced at the moment. Or rather to say... suppressed by "heavy" arguments.
*** Coronet Spaceport, Corellia ***
Grineer marines have perfectly seen the couple and because they were having an order to shoot everything they consider as hostile, they opened fire into Viktor and the purple dragon. The couple was eventually outnumbered, but because marines were dumb, the two having decent chances to defeat the soldiers. Meanwhile, the cryopod has been loaded into the ship and soon going to depart from the system. What was even worse, Storm was still in conscious and struggled to set her free, but the inner cold of the pod makes her efforts only useless and her only hope was the couple.
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
Within minutes, Garrus had appeared in the center. He gave a shaky salute. “Lord Malgus. I’m sure I haven’t been called for a simple conversation.” Garrus chuckled weakly. “Ah, well...let me spin a story for you.”
Garrus pulled a chair over and sat with a groan.
“Brottlehiem was once a man. A mortal, same as you and I. But, he was a pious man, held belief in old gods. These gods fed on gore and blood, violence and hate. From what I understand, his gods sent a boon. I don’t know what it was. His metamorphosis was fast, he became their champion. A demigod in flesh. And, as with his change, his piousness grew. Generations ago, he been captured, so the seers said. Now he’s out, and his gods hunger.”
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"Sarla.....be sure to get the number for the owner of this establishment.....I wish to make a formal complaint about the lack of structural integrity" Sohdakin groaned as he didn't want to move. Despite the shock gel that was in-between him and his armor, he still felt like he had just been sent through a meat tenderizer. "Also, tell my agent that I need a raise....this wasn't in my contract" he huffed as Sarla simply rolled her eyes at his comments....well if she had eyes to actually roll.
"Sohda.....Sohda.....I....well, I think you fell on someone and. Well. One is paste and the other appears to be talking to you............Huh, amazing" Sarla quipped as it seemed that Sohdakin was slightly out of it at the moment.
The armored Rohkah rolled off Fel with a groan and exposed the mangled and very flat remains of the Romulan assassin. "Just perfect...." Sohdakin groaned as not only was there blood all over his armor but bits and pieces of Romulan. He was thankful that his armor had a built in air scrubber cause he could only imagine the foul order that was probably permeating in the air about now.
Sohdakin stood up with a groan and flicked some of the blood and brain matter from one of his talons. When he noticed movement nearby he immediately turned and scooped Fel by his neck and slammed him against the wall, his claws digging chunks into the surface as helmet lights suddenly blared on to temporarily disorient the Taurian "Who are you!" he growled as he quickly realized that this was the Taurian he was shooting at earlier in the day. "What are you doing here!" he asked "Talk! I wont ask yo..." he started to say but suddenly stopped as he released his grip on Fel, his claws leaving clear holes where he managed to puncture the wall. His proximity alarm had gone off as it seemed some of the droids from earlier had followed him down the shaft.
With a practiced precision of a well oiled machine, Sohdakin began to dispatch the droids as quickly as they arrived. He pulled out his twin Kuntach sidearms and pulled the triggers. Both rifles erupted in a hail of bullets as the cases ejected from each rifle like a hive of angry brass bees. The first droid that showed was immediately cut in two as the armor piercing rounds exploded soon after punching through the armor. It seems the Rohkah were quite adapt at fighting machines as they had been fighting a war with one for years. After blasting apart several more droids, the barrels of his Kuntach rifles were starting to glow and smoke heavily. Thankfully, they appeared to stop coming down the chute and giving the Rohkah a bit of a reprieve.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“That works. I am perfectly fine with that . I swear I’m going to kill him for coming out here.” Katin tried to keep his calm but the strife his brother was causing him was easily observed.
*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Hmm, well shouldn’t be too hard to get them to open it for us right? You got a way of communication for us to speak with them?” Damien asked, completely oblivious to his brother’s anger across from him.
(I graduate from Air Force Tech School Friday!!!!)
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“That works. I am perfectly fine with that . I swear I’m going to kill him for coming out here.” Katin tried to keep his calm but the strife his brother was causing him was easily observed.
*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Hmm, well shouldn’t be too hard to get them to open it for us right? You got a way of communication for us to speak with them?” Damien asked, completely oblivious to his brother’s anger across from him.
(I graduate from Air Force Tech School Friday!!!!)
(Awesome)
"We asked to dock via the method..." Grey commented Showing Damien the comm system.
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((Hey. XIII was kind enough to invite me to join this roleplay with you guys. Hope that is okay. Below will be my character's profile as well as my first post below that. Sorry if its a bit long, following posts will be shorter. I know I'm pretty much blundering into your roleplay so if there are any issues with my post, let me know and I'll edit them when necessary. Hope to have a fun time here.))
ORIGINAL PROFILE
Name: Tristan Starborn
Age: 14
Gender: Male
Species: Vulpine
Attire: Simple but finely made white and black clothing, in the style of imperial dress (ignore avatar)
Height: 5’1”
Weapons: None (for now)
Backstory: Tristan is the son of a once well-decorated Imperial officer of the Galactic Empire, High Admiral Karrath Starborn. After the death of the Emperor and fracturing of the Empire, Tristan’s father carved out the Corporate Sector of the Tingel Arm for himself, creating his own fiefdom in the process. So far from any threatening power on the furthest reaches of the Outer Rim, life in Karrath's own personal fiefdom continued in relative peace, slowly building good relations with the newly formed United Imperial Alliance until, finally, the High Admiral decided to ally himself with UIA; taking his son, Tristan, with him to Coruscant.
On the journey, while passing through the Korriban system, the High Admiral's fleet would be ambushed by Zaarin's forces, giving Karrath no choice but to do battle with Zaarin's fleet over the skies of the ancient Sith homeworld. Karrath's fleet would prove to be ill prepared to fight such a menace, however, and the High Admiral would quickly find his fleet becoming decimated; ultimately leading to the fleet's complete destruction as well as the death of the High Admiral himself.
Tristan, however, would be able to escape the battle after being forced into an escape pod. After crashing down on the surface of the Sith homeworld, Tristan would find he had few options but to explore the ruins, a desperate bid to find help and possibly a way to get off this desolate world. Whether or not he would find any there remains to be seen.
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CURRENT PROFILE
Name: Tristan Starborn
Age: 14
Gender: Male
Species: Vulpine
Attire: Simple but finely made white and black clothing, in the style of imperial dress (ignore avatar)
Height: 5’1”
Weapons: None (for now)
Powers:
> Force Intuition - The early manifestation of the Force takes many different forms for many different people, for Tristan it came in the form of Force Intuition, the ability to know things without first learning of them. This ability strikes randomly, not always for anything truly useful, and not always when convenient. Tristan's Force Intuition cannot be used on demand, relying instead on the whims of the Force.
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Fighting to stand on his own two feet as the ship rocked, blaring sirens stinging his ears and Imperial personnel running up and down the ships halls in a toxic mix of panic and desperation, Tristan pulled himself along the corridor leading up to the command ship’s bridge.
“Father!” The boy would shout, giving out a yip as the ship shudders again and he grasps onto a hand bar, pushing himself against the wall just in time to avoid one crew member barging straight into him, the ship groaning from the strain of abuse it endures as another explosion rocks the ship again, forcing the boy to grip hard on his handhold, “Father!”
The young vulpine would eventually reach the bridge with slow but steady progress, right where he knew his father would be, stepping onto the bridge it in complete chaos. Bridge hands stand at their work stations, even as the ship would rock and groan further, lights dimming and flicker ominously, each bridge hand screaming out reports coming in from across the fleet. None of this bellowing sounds good, even Tristan would know. Too many of the wrong words used, like ‘lost’ and ‘down’ and ‘outnumbered.’ The whole fleet is being decimated, and at the centre of it all trying desperately to issue commands and keep his crumbling fleet together stands the great Admiral himself, Tristan’s father.
“Father!” Tristan would shout again, finally being heard this time, if the twitch in the Admiral’s ears is anything of an indication, but another explosion, another sharp shift in the ship, and Tristan would fall to the floor right in the middle of the command bridge, his father’s eyes going wide in alarm to see his own 14 year old son right behind him on a sinking ship. Not wasting a moment, the Admiral steps away from his post and rushes to his son, helping the boy onto his feet while grabbing with no small out of frustration.
“Tristan, what are you doing here?!” The Admiral would raise his voice, both out of fear as much as stern fatherly reprimand, a frown on his face as Tristan can do nothing but meet his father’s sharp gaze, “I told you to get to the escape pods! It was stupid and reckless for you to come here! You have to get off this ship NOW!”
“No!” Tristan barked weakly back at his father, tears brimming in the boy’s eyes, “Not without you.”
“Tristan.” The Admiral would growl back at his son, his frown breaking from its stern hold on his face as his heart sinks, even as he fights to ward off his show of weakness. Another explosion, and the ship rocks again, Tristan wrapping his arms around his father and the Admiral doing, the very fact breaking his heart even more. The Admiral stands there, soaking in the moment of holding his only child one last time before the inevitable end, finally forcing Tristan away from him and looking into the boy’s eyes again with iron resolve.
“Tristan, you are getting off this ship, whether you like it or not!” He says, before he turns and summons a soldier with a gesture, a trooper in black Imperial battlearmor coming to the Admiral’s side before being given the order, “Get my son to the escapes pods, and make sure he gets off this ship! Do what you have to! That’s an order!”
“Father, no!” Tristan cries back, reaching out towards the Admiral even as his father turns away from him, but is soon stopped and grabbed by the trooper. As Tristan tries to resist, trying to go after his father, but the trooper soon overpowers the boy and drags him from the command deck, thrashings and wriggling without relent. The Admiral stands at his command post with head stooped, each cry and shout from his son worse than any blaster fire, taking all of his strength to keep himself together until, mercifully, he can hear his son no more.
The trooper would drag Tristan through the ship, throwing anyone out of the way in the process, heading to the escape pods with all haste and, once reaching the bay, throwing Tristan in a pod, the boy smacking his head against the hard metal interior of the pod and dazing him.
“You should feel lucky, kid.” The trooper grumbles, no small amount of contempt in his voice, “Your father cares enough about you to save you. Not everyone is so lucky.” With those words, the trooper seals the pod and has it launched, Tristan just about managing to slip himself into a seat and belting himself into place as the pod rumbles in its descend towards the planet, closing his teary eyes and bracing for the impact that soon follows.
Once the escape pod finally stops moving altogether, Tristan, with a spinning mind and churning stomach, manages to unfasten his seatbelts and tries to stand, failing altogether and collapsing down onto the cold metal floor of the pod with slam; a few last breaths given before he slowly but surely falls into darkness.
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Korriban. Somehow, Tristan knows this place. He stands in the Valley of the Dark Lords, a sandstorm whipping all around him, and he moves forward with purpose and determination he has never felt before. He can barely hear his footsteps over the howling winds, but it is not footsteps he is listening for, nor is it necessarily sound that he is trying to detect. He is trying to sense something… beyond sound or sight or touch.
And there!
He feels it before he ever sees it, raising his hand in instinct as several bolts of blaster fire shoot straight at him from point ahead shrouded by the storm, but all bolts are near instantly thrown back with an intricate wave of his… laser sword? He has a laser sword in his hand, glowing a sinister red, seeing only his sword in hand while his arm is covered in some kind of black armour. This moment should feel strange, but instead feels completely natural; a part of his mind knows these miraculous displays of agility and foresight and sword skill should not be possible, and, yet, such thoughts are muffled, lingering at the edges of his mind but never truly being registered. And as Tristan moves forward, he sees them; bodies, republic soldiers, the knowledge strikes him out of nowhere and yet he is unphased by it. He knows it was coming. He knows they would be here. And he knows what he is about to face out here in this storm.
Bringing his sword back to his side, Tristan moves forward again, moving further into the storm and further through the Valley, finally meeting his objective standing with their back to him. A figure, covered in long white robes that flutter violently in the wind, stands there for a moment before turning to face Tristan as he approached, a spit of laser being drawn from something out of this white robed person’s hand, forming into another laser sword but this one is a bright and pure and peaceful blue; a complete contrast to Tristan’s.
“It doesn’t have to be this way, Tristan.” A voice calls out to him, possibly from the opponent facing him, but… he cannot be sure… it is hard to know somehow, “Only you can decide your fate. Only you can choose the path you wish to follow. Choose wisely.”
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With a startle, Tristan wakes up, finding himself on the cold and hard floor of the escape pod. Slowly and weakly, Tristan pulls himself up from the floor before collapsing into the nearest seat, laying himself back and resting for a moment; the memories of that strange dream lingering in his mind. What was that all about? His mind rationalises that it must have been just being a dream. But… there was something about it that was strangely familiar… almost alluring even.
Shaking his head, and feeling the start of a terrible headache coming on while as he does so, the young vulpine looks toward the escape pod door to find that it is already wide open. The air of this planet is obviously breathable, which is good. Falling into a gas giant would have led to a very bad outcome. Pulling himself up and stumbling out of the escape pod, he would find himself in the middle of a great endless barren expanse, stretching on and on in all directions… except for a landmark that he spots behind the escape pod. Some tall human-looking statues and… what appears to be ruins, perhaps?
Looking all around him, there appears to be nowhere else to go, nothing else to find. Just howling emptiness in all other directions, with the occasional rocky formation in the far distance. With little other choice, the teenage fox is forced to push on towards the ruins, luckily only a few miles away from his crash site, needing to find… some way to get off this world or find any people that might be here, if at all possible. Ruins attract the work of archaeologists, do they not? If anyone might be here, they would be found there.
Spending an hour walking through the heavy desert sands under the scorching sun, Tristan finally manages to find his way to the ruins, finding a number of structures as well as some signs of activity here, but none recent. The structures here are mostly buried by the sands, the tops of these structures only being visible with whatever entrances there might have been hidden below. The air feels… dead here, like this place has been the site of much tragedy. Tristan isn’t sure why he thinks this, catching himself for a moment in those deductions, but the air… it’s so dry and lifeless and almost noxious to breath. The boy soon finds himself coughing and panting, pushing himself on and moving past the buried ruins to climb up a sloped pathway leading through to the bottom of some kind of canyon, the walls of which give the fox blissful relief from the punishing sun.
Stumbling through the canyon, Tristan would come across a small cave cut into the stone of the canyon wall to his right, making him stop to look down into it. Suddenly, a rush of dread would grip him, forcing him to step away from the cave and backing himself against the wall on the oppose side; but then he catches himself again. What is going on with him? He shakes his head, looking all about him, seeing that the canyon slithers on but yet the cave stands before him, an almost refreshing yet still unnerving coldness creeping out of the cave.
He does need to get somewhere cool, and find shelter as well. This cave, though hardly ideal, is about as good as he can manage right now. Gingerly, he steps forward, walking into the mouth of the cave but deciding to stop only at the entrance; not going any further than five feet into the darkness.
With nothing else to do, Tristan sits himself down against the wall the cave, his knees raised up to his face while folding his arms on top of them. And, finally, his mind turns to his father. He has tried not to of his father, Tristan knows he cannot hold himself together if he did, but the thoughts come flowing through his mind, memories of his father all throughout his life, the sickening idea that Tristan would never see him again repeating endlessly in his mind. And soon enough, the tears would flow, streaking down his muzzle and forcing whimpers out of him, Tristan burying his face against his arms and knees as he shakes in sheer despair, muffled sodding escaping him and echoing down the cave.
His father is dead. All he knew are dead. And he is all alone on this desolate world, surrounded by a darkness he does not know.
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(Welcome, If you don't mind i think i'll inteject here a little)
***Korriban ruins ***
"Did you hear that?" Said a voice echoing throughout the lifeless ruins, Tristan likely hearing the voice almost as clearly as if it was right next to him. a small squadron of Clone troopers with an odd twist (https://proxy.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=http%3A%2F%2Ffc04.deviantart.net%2Ffs28%2Fi%2F2008%2F149%2F8%2F1%2FMarshall_commander_Wolf_by_NeoLupeTrooper9893.jpg&f=1white armoered clone troopers[/url) (check link for image) were in the same Ruins Tristan was in and had heard him 'shuffle around the Ruins. "You two!" said the commander of the squad "Check out the entrance, we're spouse to be the only ones here, and the sith troopers should have all been cleared out!" the commander said as the two other clone wolf troopers saluted and headed to the entrance of the ruins closer to Tristan.
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*** Korriban Ruins ***
Tristan would indeed hear the voice, snapping him out of his sobbing and forcing him to look into the gloom of the cave, wondering for a moment if he truly heard that or if it was his imagination, but the approaching clap of boots confirmed it to him. There is someone else here after all. With some hope aflame, Tristan quickly rose to his feet and called out into the darkness, his voice cracking from his recent sobbing, "Hello! Is someone in here!"
The vulpine would not know of what they spoke, being both young and sheltered, but he knew that their voices were those of military men, and the idea that perhaps more managed to survive the space battle simmered in his mind. Of course, as their footsteps drew closer and the troopers appeared out of the gloom of the cave, Tristan's ears would fall down as a tight fear wound in his gut. They were not from his father's fleet. Their uniforms he did not recognise, and the vulpine suddenly took a step back or two as the troopers approached. He has no choice, however. These might be the only people he would ever find on this planet. He has to meet them.
Keeping the open entrance of the cave at his back, just in case, Tristan stood and stared at the troopers silently, arms folded and ears down, a slight shake in his frame. He's scared, and not very good at hiding it. Yet.
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***DICEF***
-Short Range Scanners have detected motion on Korriban- "Do you have any avaliable vessels to check it out? The planet is supposed to be abandoned." Nova replied to the computer. -We have a Reconnaissance Vessel- "Good. Send it." -Sending-
***Draycon Reconnaissance Vessel (DFV)***
The ion trusters of the craft propelled it toward Korriban, the ruins quickly coming into view with the speed of the vessel. It noticed movement on the ground, and decided to follow it, sending a beacon letting the people on the ground know it was there, and not to attack.
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*** Korriban Ruins ***
While there was some activity down in the Valley, the blue-skinned cyborg, called, PK-9T9 was simply resting on the top of what once being a temple a long time ago. Once his facial recognition system recognized detected a small squadron of Clone troopers, using the abilities of his suit (rocket boots), he landed in front of them at the entrance as his firmware was supposed to do so. He has been designed to deal with them. As it was ten years ago.
"You might not want to proceed any further". Said the cyborg with his electronic voice, igniting his pair of blue lightsabers.
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(Welcome to Galactic Society, my friend. And congrats, Damien! That's great!
Also, effective immediately, the world of Palaven is now available. Colsult the Available Locations list for details in the first post.)
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
Roc would lead the way back to his ship and board it, beginning to power the ship up.
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
The Capellan fleet was taking hits, but signals in orbit suggested there were also forces down planetside, as well.
*** RRW Vulpes Umbra ***
"Alert," the shipboard AI announced, "Approaching target AO. All hands, stand to battlestations."
*** Corneria Orbit, towards Dragon’taan ***
Soon after, the transport went to hyperspace, bound for Dragon'taan. Estimated flight time was around four hours.
***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Steiner shrugged, and initiated transport from his console. Damien might feel a tingling sensation, then a dizzying sense of velocity and possibly some nausea as he would be teleported from where he was directly onto the bridge of this D'Derridex Warbird, right in front of his brother.
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"Is there no way to stop this creature? Or divert it elsewhere? If it's so dangerous, why was it released?" Malgus asked.
*** Coronet Spaceport, Corellia ***
Viktor looked at Spyra. "A good a time as any," He told her, "But can't really talk - gotta save a friend."
*** Corellia Orbit ***
Two Corellian Defense Force vessels moved to block the path of the ship carrying the cryopod. One of them radioed the ship: "Unrecognized Craft, power down and stand to. You are in an unauthorized region. Identify yourself.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah, really," Tyber responded. "What? Don't believe me?"
Elsewhere, San rode her wolf brother as they and the other wolf brother made a dash for Indari Manor. First thing was to get through the city.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Jason looked confused for a moment before saying, "... she left her phone here."
*** Dragon'taan/New Cerinia Orbit, approaching AO ***
Vitani looked over the relevent data for the op. Seemed fairly straightforward. She'd nailed ops that were more complicated than this.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Just as the patrol ship had said, Red would find the drop ship sitting in orbit. Strangely, it was almost completely untouched. Like no one had thought to pick it apart.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Just when Sohdakin thought he would have a reprieve, a fire team of Klingon Marines came charging in, disruptors blazing.
*** Korriban Ruins ***
No one realized that the Harrower-IV Star Dreadnought that appeared in orbit, escorted by a battle fleet of Eternal Alliance Vessels, was the flagship of Supreme Commander Luro 'Vadam, let alone that he'd personally gone down to the surface. He landed at the center of the Valley of the Dark Lords, following what he termed to be "A subtle tremor in the Force." Accompanying him was a human female with blonde hair, dressed in Sith attire with the emblem of the Eternal Alliance on both her shoulders. Luro looked over and spotted a Captain, and approached him. He imagined, even with the ambient environment, the soldier would recognize him and his rank.
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***Korriban ruins ***
"It's just a boy!" Said one of the troopers putting his gun away, taking his helmet off to reveal his grey wolf head, as he got closer to the boy "Can I help you?" he asked.
"Dude you don't need to take your helmet off there aren't a bunch of droids running around with guns anymore people won't think we're droids." said the other trooper as he followed along with his squadmate, looking up to see the cyborg "Great just what we needed." he grumbled "Look we're not the clones your looking for!"
Outside the clone captain saluted "SIR it's a pleasent surprize, my troops have found a boy inside the ruins 'their checking him for injuries, we have no idea if he was part of the attack in orbit, and we have a situation at the ruins right now some crazy cyborg is about to attack my troops! The captain replied his sense of urgency coming as the report came in on the cyborg.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
Alex followed Roc quietly not saying anything....
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
"This is the I.K.S Baowulf to the Terror wing, do you have any ground troops we came mostly prepared for a space battle."
***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Grey kept the Anhur nearbye just in case, he had a feeling Damiens brother didn't exactly enjoy his brother's presence here.
*** Coronet Spaceport, Corellia ***
"Then I'll deal with the zombies and catch up to you." Spyra said as she held her mouth open at the rotting Grinneer, firing what appeared to be a greenish blue blaze of plasma at them...
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"No I don't." Shiloh replied.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh dear, well she's with others, so she'll be fine." Amie replied "I don't think they like phones a the theater anyway."
** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
And just when the Klingon thought they had the drop on the dragon out of nowhere appeared Nari and her squad of commando friends who immediately began shooting back at the klingons "Blasted Torg why can't you stay Dead was the house or Martok's annihilation of your fleet and false prison enough?" Nari growled.
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(OOC
Name: PK-9T9 (codename Peacekeeper)
Specimen: cyborg
Homeworld: Sol III
Gender: no/masculine programming (male voice)
Age: 10 years of the service
Appearance: PK-9T9 (https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/0/2487/1745834-cyber_ninja_sub_zero_mk_2011_vs_pose.jpg) is a cyborg with the blue-white armored suit, glowing eyes when he talks and some cables, which are exposed around his neck and wrapping his hands. Those cables, however, contain extremely cold liquid nitrogen which is needed for most of his abilities. Despite the fact that they are exposed, they're made from Beskar, so they're hard to cut even with a lightsaber. His torso is also made from Beskar, but the rest of his body is made from an alloy of durasteel and flexisteel. Has some moving parts (on the surface of his arms).
Personality: Peacekeeper has no understanding of what is good or right and as such, his behavior depends on his firmware and desires of his master. PK-9T9 has no master at the moment. All his previous memory has been erased (except non-volatile which is responsible for his skills and abilities). For the same reason, he can't lie and has no morale and emotions. His only fate is to serve.
Powers: high physical power, skilled lightsaber user, extremely good at hand-to-hand combat, rocket boots, frost manipulation
Weaknesses: vulnerable to water, powerful electromagnetic fields, and interference, his personality matrix can be hacked and reprogrammed
Bio: to be defined
)
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*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Oh right...forgot about that. Well then let’s get to-“ In the middle of his sentence his body was warped and pulled from the ship he was on and materialized back onto the MJ12 Ship. And before him stood his already irritated brother. Damien held his gut with one hand and with the other covered his mouth. “Oh god...I’m gonna be sick...” he said as he looked for a place to let loose his stomach. He ran over to an open box not caring what it may contain and vomited.
***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit **
Katin glared at his brother folding over a box and exuding his nauseous stomach. He walked over and loomed over him. “Oh dear brother of mine...answer me this. Why in the name of the gods are you up in space!? You should be down back on the surface in case anymore attacks were to occur!” He yelled, like an overbearing parent scolding their child. He grabbed Damien by the neck and pulled him up from the box. “Get a hold of yourself, your embarrassing me in front of the Admiral.” Katin said. Damien stood to his feet now with a calm belly and replied.
“Well, more crap started raining down in Aaopoke. When it ended I decided to find where the nuisance came from. Ended up in that ship over there with Grey, the guy I met down planetside.” He said pointing over to Grey.
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*** Anhur en route to the MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Oh right...forgot about that. Well then let’s get to-“ In the middle of his sentence his body was warped and pulled from the ship he was on and materialized back onto the MJ12 Ship. And before him stood his already irritated brother. Damien held his gut with one hand and with the other covered his mouth. “Oh god...I’m gonna be sick...” he said as he looked for a place to let loose his stomach. He ran over to an open box not caring what it may contain and vomited.
***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit **
Katin glared at his brother folding over a box and exuding his nauseous stomach. He walked over and loomed over him. “Oh dear brother of mine...answer me this. Why in the name of the gods are you up in space!? You should be down back on the surface in case anymore attacks were to occur!” He yelled, like an overbearing parent scolding their child. He grabbed Damien by the neck and pulled him up from the box. “Get a hold of yourself, your embarrassing me in front of the Admiral.” Katin said. Damien stood to his feet now with a calm belly and replied.
“Well, more crap started raining down in Aaopoke. When it ended I decided to find where the nuisance came from. Ended up in that ship over there with Grey, the guy I met down planetside.” He said pointing over to Grey.
***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit **
Grey transported over just in time to see Damien finish vomiting into a crate. "Yeah that tends to happen for first timers a lot I wouldn't consider that embaressing at all. Or beat him up over that..." Grey noted patting himself down to make sure everything was intact. "Sorry about the noise comms must have been down on your end or something." the grey wolf added.
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
Garrus pondered a minute before speaking. “If we started a war, somewhere else. Brottlehiem is drawn to chaos, to war and bloodshed. As for being released, his followers probably organized that.”
*Mongdrigo, Mutant Battleground*
Carphen sighed in relief as the first of the mechs reached his attack line. Spindly little legs held welded steel chassis ten feet in the air. A long, tube like cockpit say atop the intricate recoil-suppression system that supported a weapon much too large for the mech’s weight class. Spindles, the mechs were called, often supported infantry in siege breaking operations.
The first Spindle genuflected low, the cockpit opening with a wheeze of pneumatic servos. The pilot’s helmet livery, tribal curls of black paint, matched the nose of her mech.
Magdelin Desmoign, Mad Mags, saluted lazily to Carphen as her squadmates opened fire on the wall. Railgun slugs punched steel, One hundred and five millimeter thermobaric explosive shells ripped the perforated steel to red hot shrapnel.
Magdelin spoke as she locked Carphen’s radio frequency. “Carph. Heard y’needed backup.”
“Mad Mags herself,” Carphen chuckled. “Come to save the day. The wall was giving us trouble. Couldn’t get charges close enough. Thanks for the assist. Looks like they’re giving up. Let’s walk.”
Within minutes, the surviving mutants packed their belongings and left, the dead processed and the meat stored.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Red's ship pulled close to the dropship. It felt almost too suspicious what with how the ship was basically untouched in the thousands of bits of extremely valuable junk that gathered around Dragon'taan. Fastening a more complicated airtight version of his helmet he checked many parts of his armor to make sure it was ready for extra-vehicular activity. After a quick check up of his breathing tubed he connected his CPAP mechanism from the actual intake fan and into a sizeable tank of oxygen which would provide him with enough time to crack the ship open and return for a refill.
"I should change the name of my ship" Red said to himself as he jumped out of the airlock and floated towards the wreckage. He made sure not to overshoot the speed and distance which he flew, Landing on what he assumed was the front of the ship he searched his small tool belt to see if he had a capable saw with which he could possibly take off pieces of the ship that would be used as a hole to enter through, Finding one that sufficed he went to work as the saw slowly cut through the carapace of the ship "Hey. Maybe this'll be my big break, turning in whatever I find in this piece of Junk'll definitely net me some pretty pennies" He was almost already halfway done with the cut, He was hoping that the hole would actually big enough to fit him through.
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*** Inside Tal Shiar outpost, Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Luckily for Sohdakin, Fel was fully disarmed and still disoriented, so he couldn't counterattack. Otherwise, even being slammed to the wall, three-fingered one could resist. He was smart enough with dealing even enemies bigger than himself. However, being released, Dranghyr didn't attack the dragon. His questions and behavior showed him, that he was unaware of what's going on here, but he didn't look hostile (and wasn't Fel' enemy after all, like Tal Shiar do), heck, Fel would be already dead if the dragon wanted it. But instead, he engaged himself in a fight with droids. But Fel didn't know what the giant beast doing here. Fox didn't tell him, that Fel gonna have a partner during the mission. Or does he has forgot to tell? But Turian doesn't have time to figure out it right now. What he knew - this person shooted in him when Fel was outside of the ruins.
"I'd ask you the same, interloper... CDF didn't warn me about you". Replied Fel and upon grabbing the disruptor rifle from the floor (because his weapons were destroyed because of Sohdakin' felling on him), proceed in the power reactor room and approached the console which was in front of really huge, cyan color power core. Once he realized, how to operate with the console, Turian has disabled the power reactor functioning, causing a power outage for the entire Spire and outpost. And boy, the sound which the reactor had produced, was clear... low and thud. Like stopping the nuclear reactor in the middle of his peak activity. Apparently, the core held a lot of energy and in case it would explode, it might damage some of the civilian parts of the Corneria. Or not. Dranghyr couldn't allow this outpost exists any further and so he founded, that the console had an ability to turn on self-destruction mechanism and set two hours countdown which should be more than enough to find the Datacron. He should, as he has a map of this damned place.
Once the entire outpost had its power downed, Fel exited the room, seeing prisoners roaming the room. Some of them had already picked weapons from dead droids and Marines. As Fel expected, force fields of prisoner cells were disabled once outpost power has been disabled. But Turian assumed that they might not know where the actual exit could be. Maybe if Sohdakin could lift each of them through the hole in the ceiling, as he has wings. But the grey alien also noted an unknown person here as well. It wasn't a Klingon marine, nor Romulan. Of course, it was Nari, but Fel didn't familiar with her. Maybe after this hell, he would ask who she was, but not now. Interrogating unknown, non-Tal Shiar persons wasn't part of his mission. Not yet.
"If you're here really to help, drag all prisoners from here on the surface. I'm gonna get that damn Datacron meanwhile". Intelligence operative said to Sohdakin before he went to the commander office, shooting a Klingon marine in the head in the process. It was also a check to see if Sohdakin was on the same side with Turian.
*** Coronet Spaceport, Corellia ***
Even though Grineer were rotting clones and remainings of the Orokin, they weren't fully dumb. Even though three of them were already dead (thanks to Spyra), they still have a piece of the mind of their ancestors. Selfish, greedy, but yet smart enough to show some tactical skills. So once the firefight started, Grineer Galleon (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/warframe/images/7/7b/DEGrineerGalleon.png/revision/latest?cb=20140504223250)(which looks like a slime) where Storm contained, has closed it's cargo bay and now was about to depart from the system. To make things more complicated, a Bombardier appeared from the ship and started to shoot in Spyra with homing rockets, but they were not fast enough to turn, so the purple dragon has a room for maneuvers. And the only way to get inside the ship is to break the window in the cockpit, which was in the front of the ship. But there were Grineer troopers as well, so some fight could be needed.
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(Ah. The good old Space Engineers Potatoes reference)
***DRV Korriban Ruins***
The drone watched the cyborg closely, cloaked, as it tried to figure out it's motive. By the reaction of the clone troopers, and the radio message, it decided to uncloak and reveal itself to the captain. --Hello. I am a Draycon Weaponized Reconnaissance Vessel. I have sentient A.I systems designed by the Draycon Infinitum. My owner is currently heading toward Dragon'taan. I can attack the cyborg if needed. My scanners show it's hostile-- It dipped it's wing, like it was waving. --My name is Potatoes. What's yours?--
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*Torgus Prime*
Fayam didn't even realise ground forces were present. He just shot at the Capellans in orbit, his eyes burning with fury.
*Vulpes Umbra*
"Fancy," commented Zealo on the AI voice. Anna pricked her eyes on him and asked sharply, "Did you hear that or not?" Zealo replied, "Ok, I'm going!" He and Koman hurried to the battlestations. Anna remained on the bridge to control the ship.
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((Sorry for the delay.))
*** Korriban Ruins ***
Tristan watched as the trooper took off his helmet, revealing the head of a grey wolf underneath, but even without it Tristan was still unnerved by the soldiers, up until the other made his joke; forcing a small laugh through Tristan's breath. But he didn't know how that was a joke, or who it was directed to. Not until he turned around.
And there, standing right behind him, would be the Cyborg. With a surprised yelp, Tristan backed up against the grey wolf trooper, no small amount of fear gripping the boy, right up until the Cyborg revealed his laser swords. Lightsabers, the thought would come to him. That is what they were. He somehow knew.
Then, the sudden sound of engines coming somewhere outside snapping him out of his trance, curiously spiking for just a moment before the fear of the Cyborg returned. Tristan would step around the trooper, backing further into the cave; every instinct in his body told him to stay away from that thing, and he very much intended to do so.
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*** Korriban Ruins ***
"You're not authorized to be here. Leave the system or call your ID". Cyborg said to the wolf clones, when searching through his local database gave no matches at all (because he had an empty database cleared by Trandoshans when they dropped him into space. A long story). But once Luro appeared, his appearance triggered internal Peacekeeper' process to change his behavior pattern to 'passive' and almost in no eye the cyborg turned off his lightsabers and put them into his arm nested sections. And while Luro was here, the blue cyborg doesn't represent a threat to anyone until Luro won't say or got attacked by someone. This how Juvard Illip Oggurobb reprogrammed him when Koth found him at Nar Shaddaa, where he was looked more like a rotted Grineer soldier. And that is why having a master for PK was so important because without one the cyborg can malfunctioning. Meaning he becomes hostile to everyone who has no entries in his local database or on the central server (which currently was a desirable feature).
Once Luro approached close enough, Peacekeeper walked toward his direction ignoring everyone, saluted and... froze waiting for further instructions.
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*** Korriban Ruins ***
The hulking Sangheili known as Luro approached Peacekeeper with his human colleague - Lana - and she was the first to speak: "What's the situation?"
Luro's attention, however, was fixed on Tristan. His face bore what passed as a frown among the Sangheili, seemingly surprised he was there. What was even more surprising, Tristan was at the center of the disturbance Luro felt earlier. His head and neck inclined, he stared directly at Tristan, before looking to Peacekeeper. "Peacekeeper... you do realize those clones are from the DMC? There was no need to threaten them." He again looked at Tristan. "And you're scaring the child. What's a child doing on Korriban?"
*** RRW Vulpes Umbra, Torgus Prime Orbit ***
The Romulan Republic task force dropped out of warp, and the fleet waited for Anna's word to commence the assault. There certainly was no shortage of Capellan targets.
*** IKS Terror Wing, Torgus Prime Orbit ***
"Of course! We are sending down ground assets! Cover their entry!" Rhea requested.
*** Corellia Orbit ***
Inside that Grineer Galleon, a gate opened up, and Viktor walked through. Anyone in the immediate vicinity would be immobilized and drained to near death by shadowy tendrils that seemed to materialize from the floor. Viktor walked over to the cryopod to peer inside. Knowing he had little time, he went about opening the pod, grabbing Storm, hefting her over his shoulder like a bag of grain, and starting for the gate. But a pair of Grineer blocked his way. Viktor, irritated and running out of time, lashed out with a shadowy tendril that came from his palm, which split and impaled the two, and then drained them to dried, mummified corpses. Viktor then walked through the gate and it closed after him.
Once back on Corellia, Viktor gently and gingerly set Storm down on a bench at the Coronet Zoo, and spoke, "Storm... can you hear me? Are you okay?"
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"Is that right...?" Malgus asked, his face portraying getting an idea. He hummed in thought, mulling something over.
Ahsoka frowned, then leaned closer to Garrus. "Something tells me you just gave him an idea."
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Steiner was about to speak when a nearby console beeped. Steiner went over to it, tapped a few commands in, and his face turned to confusion. "What the f***...?" He looked to Katin and Damien. "Are you sure you have all my crew under lock and key?"
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
Roc's ship powered up, lifted off, and headed out - destination: Expedition 22. Once zipping away at Translight Speed, Roc looked to Alex. "Are you sure you understand the mission parameters? I don't want any mistakes on this one."
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
By now, the Klingon Marines and Tal Shiar Personnel were actively trying to impede the intruders' progress. The Commandant would be at his desk, basically puppy-guarding the Datacron with a Disruptor pointed at the doorway.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Tyber made a faux look of irritation. "Hardy hardy har," he told Shiloh, digging a decent-sized wad of cash out of his pocket. "Really, Shiloh - I've got us covered this time. And the last time was not my fault."
"Sweetie, I don't think she's ever gonna let you live that one down," Kabier chuckled.
"Get used to it, kiddo - girls can be like that," Viktor added. Tyber rolled his eyes as his parents lovingly chuckled and shared a tender kiss.
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport ***
A greeter droid approached Tybalt. "Greetings, and welcome to Dragon'taan! Home of the Dragon-Shifters! Headquarters of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps! How might I direct you?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
San, Ichi and Ni finally arrived at Dragon'taan, and while the two giant wolves panted and rested, San knocked on the door.
Down in the Dragon lair, Sheila woke, and seeing Michen still there, decided to wake him to see if he was hungry.
*** Coruscant ***
K'Tath had what he needed packed up and ready to go. Now he just needed to wake the pretty Lucario woman sleeping on the bridge. He went next to Cobalt and gently shook her. "Hey... Cobalt, wake up. Wake up, we need to head out."
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
“Well,” Garrus sighed. “I do enjoy helping. And with so little time left...” He chuckled weakly.
*Mongdrigo, Mutant Settlement*
The Mongdrigan soldiers wasted no time bringing their APCs into position. As detected, a huge glacier sat just below the surface. The crews set about with picks and drills, boring into the ice and removing huge chunks. It would easily last a year, maybe two.
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***Dragon'taan orbit***
After a couple of quick trips back to his ship to refill his oxygen tanks Red finally managed to cut a sufficient hole in the front of the drop ship, He silently crawled through the hole and examined what exactly was inside the ship in the first place
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*** Korriban Ruins ***
Tristan stopped as he saw the cyborg sheath his lightsabers, looking at the scene in some confusion before a very large humanoid reptile creature came into view, and it spoke. An alien. An alien Tristan doesn't recognise, but that is hardly surprising; there's loads of aliens in the galaxy, moreso now with the new arrivals. As the alien looked at Tristan, and spoke his question, Tristan's heart would nearly stop. Korriban. This is Korriban. The place he dreamt about.
With his head somewhat spinning, Tristan stepped out pf the gloom of the cave, forgetting his previous fears for a moment, looking up at the large reptile alien. "K-K-Korriban?" Tristan would stammer out, "Do you mean to say... this place is Korriban?"
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*** Korriban Ruins ***
"What did you think you were on? Risa? No young man this blasted foresaken place is Korriban." The clone near Tristan said, turning to Luro "Well as you can see the boy is fine if not shaken up a little." The wolf clone answered putting his helmet back on, glad the odd new comer was no longer a threat, since his ammo was running low.
Letting out an internal sigh of releif, the wolf clones squadmate saluted seeing Luro. "We think he came from that battle in orbit ,what a boy was doing in a battle like that is beyond us." The other Clone explained.
*** IKS Terror Wing, Torgus Prime Orbit ***
"Affirmative." came the only response from the Baowulf, it's fleet moving to escort the landing parties.
*** Corellia ***
By the time Viktor had returned to the surface, Spyra had finsihed off if not melted away all the Grineer on the ground "UGH! what are those things?" She complained as she came trotting up to Viktor, spotting Storm "Does she need anything?" the purple dragoness asked.
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Grey shrugged having just got here. "What's the problem?" he asked, looking to Silrus.
*** Outpost Onyx, Deep Space ***
"To be Honest, Roc not exactly , could you remind me?" Alex asked, as she read over something on a holoscreen, projected from her wrist.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"Dang these Torg are persistant!" Complained one of the commandos .
***Indari Manor***
Amie's ears perked hearing the knock and opened the door to see a human, with two large, what she assumed were Dire wolves. "Can I help you?" the Red vixen asked.
** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I have to remind you, so that you remember to improve yourself as much as possible." Shiloh pointed out "And what's a relationship without some loving laughs?" She asked.
*** Coruscant ***
Cobalt grumbled and got up "But we just left.." she said without opening her eyes, standing up and stretching..
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*** Korriban Ruins ***
Luro' question about DMC clones PK has evaluated as an order to update his database and rebuild it. And this is what the cyborg did in the next several seconds. In fact, he had in his database such entity as 'DMC' but no one was here except Luro and the girl next to him. For some reasons, cooperation between regular parts of the DMC and Luro' personal killing machine (because this is for the sake Peacekeeper has been created for) hasn't happened until today.
"Database has been updated". Cyborg reported and then continued, reading his internal memory. "Before my Force sensors picked a strong Force source in this place, I have arrived here in order to find anything related with an unexplored chamber that connects the Irkallan Cave Palace and Hell's Gates built by the ancient Sith Lord Irkalla. According to probe droids which have been sent into it, their last logs revealed, that Sith history books are still there. I suggest you find them prior to Lord Szerzney actions".
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***Dragon'taan Orbit***
Red drifted through the drop ship. It was suprisingly dark inside but it wasn't anything the visor of his breathing mask couldn't help with, giving off brief waves into the dark which outline the area in front of him in an almost sonar-like pattern. He idly grasped his side arm and aimed it into the dark and firing to see if the material was made to ricochet or not.
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***Dragon'taan Orbit***
Red drifted through the drop ship. It was suprisingly dark inside but it wasn't anything the visor of his breathing mask couldn't help with, giving off brief waves into the dark which outline the area in front of him in an almost sonar-like pattern. He idly grasped his side arm and aimed it into the dark and firing to see if the material was made to ricochet or not.
*** Dragon'taan orbit***
The Dropships (https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Union) internal hull was still intact enough that Red's firearm would bounce off the wall almost back towards the scavenger before losing momentum and pinging off the opposing wall then floating off the wall in the room, the ship was fairly intact , though thanks to the defense forces the main power plant was completely gone, and without power there was no artifical gravity, no lights and no enviromental systems to recycle the stale are as Red would probably already know that the gravity was gone , unfortunatly when the scavenger had cut a hole into the dropship he had vented all the stale oxygen out of the deck he was on, if he looked hard enough though he might have been able to access some of the almost dead computer memory if he had some batteries on him long enough to ascertain that the weapons as well as all other major components aside from the engine and power plant were completely untouched and ripe for salvaging, the weapons would likely be the most valuable thing left connected to the ship itself ,but to access them the scavenger would have to work outside the ship, though the command and control components would be valuable as well, but considering this was a ship used by House Steiner considered to be one of the richest houses in the inner sphere, and also known to be home to some of the most wealthy and snobbish people, the ships interior or at least the crew compartments would be lavishly decorated further rising the value of the salvage ,but most importantly of all the ships main computers if somehow powered would indicate that replacing the fusion reactor could reactivate the ship for the most part aside from a slightly damaged engine could be moved under it's own power to another location ,though landing the ship on a planet was definitely out of the question.... especially with the hole the scavenger had made. of special notice a Few Battlemechs were still on board a good number of Atlas assault mechs a few highlanders and of special notice some of the newest Steiner models, Fafnir assault mechs.... the mechs themselves were worth a good fortune alone and as they were completely intact they'd net a very hefty price, aside from that the scavenger might have found some cargo on board as well ,but what was in it would not be labeled on any manifest on computer consoles or even on the cargo crates themselves.
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*** Dragon'taan orbit***
Red looked up at the mechs before he silently drifted into the rooms and started snatching up any shiny items he could find. He passed through many of the mechs, picking off weaponry and targeting systems from the Atlas' and Highlanders, Leaving the Fafnirs so he could connect his ship with the drop ship afterwards and hopefully keep them in one piece so he could dump them off on Dragon'taan. He idly toyed with the idea of trying his hand at possibly renovating and repairing this ship so he could use it or maybe just pilfer any of the worthwhile hardware that was still intact and could connect with his own ship. He wasn't willing to just leave this wreck to be ripped apart like the body of a duck in a lake of piranhas but he also didn't know if it was worth dragging around this dropship only for it to end up not being able to be sufficiently repaired. He weighed his options as he dumped all of his handheld Salvage and thought about whether or not his ship's tractor beam could even keep this thing under control as he brought it somewhere safer to repair or strip it
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*** Dragon'taan orbit***
Red looked up at the mechs before he silently drifted into the rooms and started snatching up any shiny items he could find. He passed through many of the mechs, picking off weaponry and targeting systems from the Atlas' and Highlanders, Leaving the Fafnirs so he could connect his ship with the drop ship afterwards and hopefully keep them in one piece so he could dump them off on Dragon'taan. He idly toyed with the idea of trying his hand at possibly renovating and repairing this ship so he could use it or maybe just pilfer any of the worthwhile hardware that was still intact and could connect with his own ship. He wasn't willing to just leave this wreck to be ripped apart like the body of a duck in a lake of piranhas but he also didn't know if it was worth dragging around this dropship only for it to end up not being able to be sufficiently repaired. He weighed his options as he dumped all of his handheld Salvage and thought about whether or not his ship's tractor beam could even keep this thing under control as he brought it somewhere safer to repair or strip it
( I know he's in space and thus weightless but those weapons weigh in at a ton or more.... mass still applies in space XD) Atlas (https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Atlas_%28BattleMech%29) Highlander (https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Highlander) Fafnir (https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Fafnir) weather he knew it or not Red had just found a treasure trove, those mechs were worth a fortune alone, and the dropship would be an excellent cargo hauler if he could find the right place to repair it, thankfully just such a person wasn't far... a couple of automatic probes moved through the drifting junk pile towards Red's ship and the dropship they weren't armed and only carried sensor equipment capable of scanning metals and other materials for their composition and a simple repulsor laser for pusing things around....
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Red looked at the probes before he started to move towards them as he made his way out of the ship. He was trying to direct one of the little buggers to see if he could kinda just corral it new the dropship.
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Silently a ship stalked the dropship and Red by extension. It was another scavenger who just so happened to be Red's rival. Red was focused on corralling the probe towards the dropship and didn't notice as a Droid stepped out onto the drop ship and started taking what Red hadn't
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one of the probes would fly directly up to red a large question mark showing on it's odd photoreceptor eye.
***Mongdrigo, spaceport **
An LAAT Gunship landed in the spaceport, and a single Clone trooper (https://proxy.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fvignette3.wikia.nocookie.net%2Fvsbattles%2Fimages%2F2%2F26%2FRex_Phase_I.png%2Frevision%2Flatest%3Fcb%3D20161227130045&f=1) stepped out of the gunship before it took off to leave, the trooper looked around for anyone who would welcome him...
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*Mongdrigo, Spaceport*
The portmaster, Zander Sherf, approached with a smile, datapad in his paws. He was an excitable 33 year old with an awful stutter, a pair of bifocals dangling from a beaded chain around his neck.
“G’morning,” called the portmaster, as he pulled the glasses to his eyes. “I’m Portmaster Sherf, Zander to my friends. What brings you to Mongdrigo?”
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***Dragon'taan Orbit***
Red pushed it a bit towards the dropship. He continued to nudge it relentlessly before he could see an old IG-100 MagnaGuard trying to detach pieces of one of the Fafnir mechs before it reered it's red-eyed head towards Red and pulled out an E-5 blaster rifle and shot it at Red, missing him and hitting some of the floating junk that surrounded Red
Red hugged the probe close and Drew his own sidearm before looking at it and realizing that'd it be a lot less effective in space at the range he was currently at
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***Dragon'taan Orbit***
THe probe wiggle d around trying to escape Red's grasp...
**Mongdrigo, spaceport **
"I'm looking for a Ashoka, somebody told me she was here." Captain Rex, the clone responded to Zander. "quiet a nice planet you have here..."
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*Mongdrigo, Spaceport*
Zander burst into uncontrollable laughter, but regained some composure a few seconds later. “Hoo boy,” he said whilst wiping away a tear. “Mongdrigo is far from a nice planet, stranger. Anywhoo, lady Ahsoka was up in the tower, last I heard. She and Lord Malgus headed there pretty quick, something urgent I wager.” He turned, the whine of servos finally audible now that the LAAT’s engines had spooled down. “It’s the big tower, the one with the banners. They should be there. If you want, I can call ahead.”
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***Dragon'taan orbit***
Red continued to drift closer with the probe in hand. He eventually landed under a good degree of blaster fire. The MagnaGuard was a Separatist deserter, a surprisingly sentient one at that. Red and the MagnaGuard stood facing one another, both of their side arms drawn and pointed at eachother.
"IG-109. I knew you were going to try something like this." Red bluffed as sweat gathered underneath his opaque visor
"Impossible. Especially for you, Cyborg" The droid said with a surprising amount of venomous indifference
Red made a jokingly offended gasp before he said "Are we going to try shooting eachother again? You know, I'm a much better shot th-"
The MagnaGuard shot a bolt at Red and knocked him back abit, He was lucky, The bolt only hit his cybernetic parts. Unfortunately for him, however, he had dropped the probe and was pushed into one of the hard walls causing a heavy dent to appear on his airtank and his opaque visor to slightly crack from the sudden but surprisingly forceful push into the wall.
"This dropship is mine, Cyborg. You aren't worth my time" The MagnaGuard said as it started to pursue the probe "I will kill you without hesitation next time." It stated as it made a slight turn towards Red
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*** Korriban Ruins ***
Luro looked to the boy after the battle in orbit was mentioned. Space combat is stressful enough for adults; a child that had lived through something like that would be terrified of anything that moved, depending on the circumstances. And the child, for that matter. Either this boy was extraordinarily resilient, or he came from somewhere else... either case was frightening. A boy like that, alone on Korriban? He must not have been here long... the Dark Side energies would have gotten to him if he'd been here for an extended period, Luro thought. He mulled over Cyborg's report, before speaking: "PK, can you take care of your original mission with Lana? I'd like to have a word with the boy... alone." He looked to the clones. "If you lot can help them, great. Otherwise, resume your normal duties. I will speak to the boy." He then fixed his gaze on Tristan, waiting for the others to leave. His face portrayed a mix of curiosity and impression, if Tristan could read that on a Sangheili face.
*** IKS Terror Wing, Torgus Prime Orbit ***
The Terror Wing continued to ravage the Capellans, even as the ground force began to hit the Atmosphere. Even so, the Capellans seemingly refused to retreat. Even the arrival of the Romulan Republic fleet seemed not to dissuade them.
*** Corellia ***
"I'm still waiting for her to respond," Viktor said. He gently shook Storm, unsure how to take off armor like that. "Storm? Can you hear me?"
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"Attracted to conflict and bloodshed, huh...?" Malgus said. "We might be able to use it to our advantage..." He looked up at Garrus. "How sentient is this thing? Would it be possible to lure it somewhere?"
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport ***
"For all of that, there are two places you could go, either of which could help you if they are there - The Labs of General Vokun Suleyk, or the workshop of Master Developer and Quartermaster Tigress Arcnon, both in the Military District. I dare say, Tigress is more available, as she is at that workshop most of the time, where as General Suleyk, while amicable for an ex-Sith and vast resources, is often not here, traveling to different places. He is actually head of DMC Research and Development, and though he makes time to help those on Dragon'taan who ask for it, Tigress is here more often and is well-known to help those who come to her," the droid explained.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
San hesitated, seeing the vixen, but shook herself out of her surprise. "I was told I would find Kyle Indari here. Is he home?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Tyber couldn't help but smile at Shiloh's comment. "You never cease to amaze me, Shiloh," he commented.
"Not to interrupt such a sweet hallmark moment, kids, but Movie's not for another hour - you two feel like stopping for dinner?" Tyber's father asked. "I'm buying."
"No, I'm buying!" Kabby growled lovingly.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Persistent, but running out of personnel, as the Torg attacks had left their numbers severely weakened, so much that the Tal Shiar personnel had to start pitching in.
The Commandant remained in his office, disruptor pistol pointed at the doorway. He would guard the datacron with his life.
*** Coruscant ***
"We left some time ago, and I was letting you sleep. You can sleep on the new ship. Hell, I even packed your stuff for you. Wasn't that nice of me?" K'Tath chuckled. He kissed Cobalt's cheek. "We gotta get moving. New ship is waiting."
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
In orbit, Anakin, fresh out of Vjun and rejuvinated back to his original self - aside from the still-regrowing hair - dropped out of Hyperspace aboard the Allegiance-class Battlecruiser, High Admiral Piett's flagship, the Desolator. Anakin was just walking on the bridge when this happened, and Piett turned to greet him. "Lord Vader... we have just arrived over Coruscant." Anakin mentally rolled his eyes at that old title. But he'd given up trying to correct Piett on that - it was just something Piett was accustomed to. He'd spent his entire military career up to Endor referring to Anakin as Vader. It was the name he knew him by. So he just rolled with it, at this point.
"Did Luke try to contact us en route?" Anakin asked.
Piett shook his head. "Negative, Lord. Last report from Master Luke indicated he was with his wife for some undisclosed reason," he answered. Anakin paused momentarily. Mara Jade Skywalker. Anakin was still not comfortable with him being married to one of Palpatine's former assassins. But they both were happy, and had a young son, so Anakin couldn't complain. His grandson sure enjoyed hearing the stories Anakin told.
"Very well," Anakin said officiously. It was one attitude he'd kept from his Vader days, especially when dealing with personnel in the UIA that came from the Empire. Helped them feel more a part of this merged fleet. "I'm going down to the Supreme Chancellor's office. She sent me a message at Vjun asking for me, so no reason for me to delay that. If Luke contacts us while I'm with the Chancellor, inform him of where I am and that I will be with him shortly - and then alert me. I will contact you when I finish."
Piett nodded. "Yes, Lord," he said, bowed, and left. Anakin turned and headed for the Hangar. At least this was an excuse to fly his new ship...
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Silrus put up his hands in a defensive shrug. "I didn't say that, he did," he indicated Steiner, who waited for Damien and Katin to answer him.
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*** Korriban Ruins ***
Tristan seems to lose himself for a moment after he heard the confirmation of the clone trooper, his mind twirling with questions as to how he could have possibly dreamt of this planet, the laser swords and the battle that happened in the storm. But before he could process these strange happenings any further, Tristan sensed the gaze of another upon him, looking up to find reptilian eyes staring down on him from his great height. Capturing the attentions of such a creatures stirred dread in Tristan's stomach, his ears folding down as he shrinks in his place, wrapping his arms around himself as his tail curls around his legs; yet, despite his fear, he could not help but stare up at the man. Tristan dare not speak, so intimidating was the reptile's presence.
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*** Korriban Ruins ***
"All we can do is guard the boy, Sir." the clones said almost in unison, looking at each other oddly like mentally saying "I SAID THAT!" then shrugging to each other and looking back at Luro. "we'll just finish our patrol and be back later" they said as they walked off deeper into the cave
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
Kaypal's fleet assisted the Terror wing in covering the landing parties "Damn these capellans are persistant!" The klingon complained.
"At least they know how to stand their ground..." Kreya pointed out, standing at the tatical position
*** Corellia ***
"Well i hope she sees this." Spyra said chanigng into her she-wolf form, Kunzie, and kissing Viktor on the cheek.
*** Mongdrigo, Spaceport ***
"So uhh can I get a guide to Ashoka?" Rex asked, looking around the place. eyes behind his visor closing a littel in irritation "I was trying to be nice..." he added.
** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Amie looked at San oddly and closed her eyes, reaching out to Kyle through the force "Sorry to interrupt you, Dad but someone is at the front door to see you, some... human with a couple wolves herself, says her name is San." She opened her eyes, trying her best to not blush and welcomed San and her brothers in "He'll be with you in a few moments if you don't mind you can wait inside." Amie replied.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Shiloh frowned "HOW ABOUT YOU BOTH PAY HALF?" the vixen suggested, looking back to Tyber "Oh you don't know the half of it cutie..." Shiloh teased runng a finger up the lower part of Tyber's muzzle.
****** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"THIS IS TAKING TOO LONG!!" Fixel, one of the commandos growled.
"Tell me about it shoot faster!" Nari growled back, the two of them still shooting honorless Torg and any Tal'Shiar that happened to walk into the fight...
*** Coruscant ***
Cobalt tapped something on her thigh and her armor materialized onto her "Alright, let's go if your so adamant about interrupting my nap time..." the female Lucario women grumbled...
*** New Cerinia, KRystal's mansion, Living room ***
While Krystal sat on the couch watching Malcom Two shewolves, black and white, walked in, waving to the little fox and then turning to Markus and Krystal.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
The two brothers looked at Steiner then at each other. “Uh...to my knowledge we only have seen those in this room at the moment. I’m not sure of anyone else on the ship Steiner.” Katin said.
“Don’t look at me. I was on another ship with that guy”, he says pointing to Grey again, “Why what’s wrong?” He gave a confused expression perking his ears up and lifting a brow in curiosity. They both walked over to him.
(Sorry bout the late reply. Out Processing after graduation is a B****! I’m trying to finally go home)
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Grey held up his arms and hands. "Hey hey don't blame me, It was your brothers Idea to come here I was only following orders from the royal prince! I'm only here as guest to this world. I had no authority to not let him up here." The armored Wolf replied, being out right truthful. "And I think we got security covered..." he added.
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
Garrus scratched his cheek gently. “Well, Brottlehiem is aware of what he is. Though, he seems to be aware of extra-dimensional instances. But, he cares not who is fighting, only if there is fighting.”
*Mongdrigo, Spaceport*
Zander looked around for a moment. “Umm...it appears...that I’m the only one around. If you keep on, I’m sure the authorities will guide you. Just tell ‘em you’re looking for Lady Ahsoka.” He then smiled. “You don’t have to be nice. Mongdrigo is a desolate place, but it’s home.”
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
Garrus scratched his cheek gently. “Well, Brottlehiem is aware of what he is. Though, he seems to be aware of extra-dimensional instances. But, he cares not who is fighting, only if there is fighting.”
*Mongdrigo, Spaceport*
Zander looked around for a moment. “Umm...it appears...that I’m the only one around. If you keep on, I’m sure the authorities will guide you. Just tell ‘em you’re looking for Lady Ahsoka.” He then smiled. “You don’t have to be nice. Mongdrigo is a desolate place, but it’s home.”
*Mongdrigo, Spaceport*
"uhh okay." Rex said as he began to slowly walk towards the tower Zander had mentioned...
***Indari manor ***
Once San and her brothers were inside Amie calmly shut the door. "Do you need anything?" She asked San and her brothers
meanwhile outside a pink purple spotted 'vixen' slowly began to walk up to the mansions door, an odd purple scale line running up from her nose up her muzzle to the bridge of her nose, behind her an odd dragon like tail with a furry tuft at the end, playfully trailing behind her while her purple long hair flowed in the wind behind her as well, she stopped a the door and twirled a lock of hair from her head as she stood there looking at the door like a young kid staring at the entrance to some horror house at an amusement park. She just stood there, her eyes shutting as she thought deeply about what she was about to do, her whole life flashing before her.... in her mind as she ran through her history and now here she was standing in front of the home of the great Kyle Indari...
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*Mongdrigo, Streets*
As Rex navigated the labyrinthine streets of Gorbis, he would get a pretty good idea of how the Mongdrigans lived. Murals depicting the arrival of Malgus were visited constantly, parts of the painting rubbed away by thankful paws. Storefronts sold survival gear, bottled water at ridiculous prices, clothes, and synthread tapestries of Malgus. Children played in the streets as workers walked along, smiling wide. A Mongdrigan struggled under the weight of several shipping crates for but a moment before seeming strangers began helping. The city was a place of loyalty, of cooperation.
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***Dragon'taan Orbit***
Red stuggled a bit as he stabilized himself. He was constantly reminded about how much of a punch blasters had to them. Especially one like IG-109s which was basically tailored to wreck havoc on organic matter. He crawled his way across the floor of the dropship and pulled himself up to assess the damage before his rival could repair and cash the dropship in. His pacemaker and breathing assistant machinery were still working but the bolt had managed to melt close one of the valves the Red used to administer first aid that helped keep him from not going insane from the amount of pain he'd be in. Other than that the blast had only caused a nasty and somewhat smoldering dent in his abdomen.
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***Dragon'taan Orbit***
Red stuggled a bit as he stabilized himself. He was constantly reminded about how much of a punch blasters had to them. Especially one like IG-109s which was basically tailored to wreck havoc on organic matter. He crawled his way across the floor of the dropship and pulled himself up to assess the damage before his rival could repair and cash the dropship in. His pacemaker and breathing assistant machinery were still working but the bolt had managed to melt close one of the valves the Red used to administer first aid that helped keep him from not going insane from the amount of pain he'd be in. Other than that the blast had only caused a nasty and somewhat smoldering dent in his abdomen.
***Dragon'taan Orbit***
The probe broke free of Red's grasp and flew directly towards Ig-109 in an attempt to slam into the droid, it's own particle shield turning on to deflect or absorb any blaster bolts that the droid would fire at it as it sped toward the mangnaguard.
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***Dragon'taan Orbit***
IG-109 turned before getting knocked back by the probe and slamming into the walls of the dropship. Red steadily regained his balance and pulled his sidearm again, firing the pistol which caused the bullets to be sent out and hit the walls of the ship, causing the ricocheting bullets to bounce around like rocks in an old dryer. The kickback from the pistol sent him floating a couple centimeters back and into the control panel of the dropship
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*Vulpes Umbra*
Before commencing assault, Anna overlooked the battlefield. There were ships all over the place, blasting each other. According to the scans, planetside forces were also active. She scratched her chin for a few seconds before deciding: "Task force, move planetside for air support! Seems like they can use some help clearing out ground troops."
*Torgus Prime*
Rhea's message was lost on Fayam as the roaring of his guns drowned his radio. He stopped at nothing to clear out every Capellan ship he happened to come across.
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*** RRW Vulpes Umbra, Torgus Prime Orbit ***
The crewman nodded. "Aye, Commander," she replied, not knowing what rank to refer to her as, seeing as Anna was not in the Romulan Republic Fleet. With Klingon forces engaging the Capellans, it seemed like an understandable move. But then, something else happened.
A massive vessel (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/sotp/images/a/a5/12115733_960227614015797_1001332609121143860_n.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20151102000441) appeared, bearing the sigil of the Capellan Confederation.
"... what the hell is that?" one of the crewmen asked.
*** Dragon'taan Spaceport ***
Tybalt would be surprised to see the sheer volume of people there on Dragon'taan - and the diversity of races, too. It would have been impossible for him to tell who was a Dragon-Shifter and who was not.
*** Dragon'taan Military District ***
Vokun walked into Tigress' shop, knocking on the doorframe. "Colonel Tigress? Are you here?" he asked.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Yes, actually," San replied. "I could use a drink - Spring Water, if you have any. And my brothers will definitely need a drink, as they ran all the way here."
Anna, having walked into the foyer, happened to cast a glance out the window, and spotted the creature. Believing it to be Kira, she walked over and opened the door. "Kira, what are you doing out here? I thought you were asleep an hour ago!"
Then, Kira walked into the foyer, half-asleep. She went for the fridge, and got a bottle of spring water.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Shiloh's move made Tyber's eyes go wide, and he started to subtly shake. Did she just...?
***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"I'm getting a low-level communications signal... amateur attempt, can't even be broadcast," Steiner commented. "We might want to sweep the ship, shut this signal down in case he's trying to call in help."
*** Korriban Ruins ***
Once the others were out of earshot, Luro stared Tristan down, never making a sound. In an effort to appear less threatening, he knelt down to the boy's level, and motioned for him to approach. "Have no fear, young sir... come here. I won't hurt you."
*** Corellia ***
On being kissed unexpectedly by Spyra, Viktor recoiled. "What the hell are you doing?" he asked.
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
Malgus nodded, a plan forming in his head. A temporary measure, perhaps... but something that just might give them enough time to find a more permanent solution. He looked to Garrus. "Garrus. Get anyone that can help, and go over everything you can find on Brottleheim. Find us something we can use to come up with a more permanent solution to this problem." He then looked to the Lieutenant, and motioned his head for him to approach.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
As the battle and operation continued, the Tal Shiar and Klingon attacks became less and less frequent as they quickly ran out of bodies to fight. Outside, the Droids seemed to go back to sleep, but a shimmering apparition sat crouched on the upper tiers, looking down at the Tal Shiar Outpost entrance.
Next to him was a dead Romulan.
*** Coruscant ***
"You can sleep on the new ship," K'Tath said. He then lowered the boarding ramp, and stepped off the ship. "I hope Jerry got all the components I sent..." he commented.
*** New Cerinia, KRystal's mansion, Living room ***
When the she-wolves walked in, Malcolm looked over, and his young face lit up. "Aunt Ruby! Aunt Tala!" he cried out excitedly as he got up, ran over, and hugged Tala.
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***Torgus Prime Orbit ***
"What the hell is that?" Kay'pal asked seeing the giant Vessel.
"OAS-class Assault Carrier." Ninya said as she looked over the scanners "But where the hell did those PetaQs get a ship like that, if the Sith covenant knows about this, their not gonna be happy." the purple Ferasan added.
"Great just what we needed...,Split mouthed Dark jedi." Kreya complained.
just as Kreya finished speaking two fridgate sized subspace portals opened in the system, brining Munifecent class star frigates with the symbol of the NCC on their hulls replacing the standard old CIS, into the system vulture droids with a similar pattern started launching from the open parts of the ship assisting the battle. "Droid Fleet Alpha one to allied commanders this is the Golden Protocol, were are here to assist under the orders of Colonel Tigress Arcnon, it looks like you could use some assitance." Said an older looking OOM droid,hoever this droid would have upgrade armor and programming, the normal tanish color was now replace with some sort of blue armor reminiscent of Cerinian designs.
*** Dragon'taan Military District ***
"Yeah i'm here in the back!" Tigress called out working on some wires on a OOM droid "I told you last time not to get in a fight with those street cats "OOM-57..." the large tiger women sighed as she fixed up the droid.
"I'm sorry ma'am I will try to amend my programming to stay out of that Alley without proper defenses.." The droid replied.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Amie nodded to San, going to the kitchen, just barley avoiding Kira, but soon coming back with a bottle of water for San and two large metal bowls of water for he brothers. As she walked back she spotted something outside "OH crap!" she said running outside.
The Pink dragon like hybrid didn't rrespond still sitting there crying, her head turned to look at Anna not recognizing her at all,"Hmm?" She meekly replied tears still in her cyan colored eyes.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"There's more where that came from, hot stuff." Shiloh replied.
***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Grey grabbed something off his belt "Hmm that's not good." the wolf replied sending a signal to the Anhur to standby.
*** Korriban Ruins ***
While the clones checked out the rest of the cave, outside a large Acclimator assault craft landed near the outpost the clones had originally setup after Nari had left, it was the clones ride home, at least when they were finished....
*** Corellia ***
"You will see later." Spyra replied staying in her wolf form for the moment.
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
Finnally Rex arrived at the Command center looking for someone to help him, or hopeing his old friend would sense his presence... either way he now stood in the first floor of the command center waiting, messing a little with his helmet.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"Did you see that!?" Nari asked spotting something, still firing her own blaster into the rest of the Torg warriors.
"No what was it? too busy shooting!" FIxel replied
"Their numbers are thinning keep up the fire!" Said one of the commandos.
*** Coruscant ***
Cobalt grumbled something intellegable and followed along her suit sealing as her helmet materialized around her head hiding her form and body from vision, she now looked like any ordinary canine in mjolnir style armor.
*** New Cerinia, KRystal's mansion, Living room ***
"Hey little one!" Ruby replied "OOF! Watch the stomach little man!" Tala replied hugging Malcolm back.
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The bullets continued to ricochet around the dropship as Red made a break for his ship. He'd hopefully be able to couple this thing and get IG-109 to retreat at the least. His visor couldn't take another hit and it was already a ticking timb bomb with the cracks that were already there. He didn't have much of a choice, however, he fired a few more rounds at the ship, which caused him to be pushed back at a much brisker pace. He silently crawled into the airlock as he sprinted to his cockpit and flipped through the controls to find both the ignition and the controls to get the ships coupled together. IG-109 wrestled with the probe before it noticed that Red had already left for his ship.
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
Garrus nodded, and stood slowly. "Yes M'lord. I'll gather my resources."
McCullin approached with a salute. "Yes, Lord?"
Outside at the entrance, two armed guards approached. Weapons drawn, but pointed at the ground. One approached with caution, eyeing Rex. "Sir? If you have business with Lord Malgus, you will need to relinquish any armor and weapons at the security desk."
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
Garrus nodded, and stood slowly. "Yes M'lord. I'll gather my resources."
McCullin approached with a salute. "Yes, Lord?"
Outside at the entrance, two armed guards approached. Weapons drawn, but pointed at the ground. One approached with caution, eyeing Rex. "Sir? If you have business with Lord Malgus, you will need to relinquish any armor and weapons at the security desk."
Rex thought for a second "I am friend of Lady Ashoka, I need my armor to identify myself...I am no threat to your lord, but could you, please let Lady Ashoka know I am here?" the old clone asked, though due to a couple of treatments he had gotten he had been restored to his clone wars era self, despite his responce and slight irratation at the guards, he made no threatening moves, just stood there. "Once I am allowed inside I will relinquish my weapons, but they are currently harmless and have no ammo in them." The Clone captain added...
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Sohdakin unloaded the remainder of both his sidearms into the first Klingon as the disruptor shots were deflected by the Rohkah's shields. With no time to reload Sohdakin simply dropped his Kuntach rifles and swatted the corpse of the first Marine aside as the momentum of the body still carried it forward. He would have to fight the rest, hand to hand it seemed and even with his shields, Sohdakin was not sure if he was going to make it through this fight unscathed. However, before the rest of the Klingons could get to the dragon they were ambushed by a squad wearing what looked to be power armor. One of them, a female it seemed, yelled out at the Klingon marines as they were slaughtered one by one. Sohdakin, not sure if they were friend or foe, took a step back and readied to defend himself if they were also an enemy.
When the new arrivals didnt attack him, Sohdakin slowly lowered his talons and looked over his shoulder at the Turian as it spoke to him. "CDF doesn't know everything" he said simply as the Rohkah Empire wasn't well known and they intended to keep it that way. He moved around the armored troops to pick up his Kuntach rifles, reloaded them both before holstering them once more. As he did this, Sarla was updating him on who the CDF was as well as the armored troops that just arrived to the party. Though right now, there was no discernible markings for Sarla to search for.
As Fel shut down the power and the prisoners began to arm themselves, Sohdakin moved past them all and brushed past the Turian as he tried to give him an order. Sohdakin paused and his armored head turned to look at the Turian "I have my own orders. The prisoners are your problem for now" Sohdakin didn't know Fel and wasn't about to take orders from a stranger, no matter how good his intentions were. For all he knew, Fel was an operative, though if he was, he was doing a decent job of hiding that fact.
Now that the power was out, the signal for the datacron was much stronger now. Sohdakin said no more to Fel and headed down the hallway as the sounds of the firefight continued behind him "Once I have completed my mission, I will help you evacuate the prisoners. Provided they survive the coming firefight." he said and before Fel could argue back he looked back at the Turian "Had you left them in their cells, they would be out of the way and safe"
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The bullets continued to ricochet around the dropship as Red made a break for his ship. He'd hopefully be able to couple this thing and get IG-109 to retreat at the least. His visor couldn't take another hit and it was already a ticking timb bomb with the cracks that were already there. He didn't have much of a choice, however, he fired a few more rounds at the ship, which caused him to be pushed back at a much brisker pace. He silently crawled into the airlock as he sprinted to his cockpit and flipped through the controls to find both the ignition and the controls to get the ships coupled together. IG-109 wrestled with the probe before it noticed that Red had already left for his ship.
The probe tied to keep IG-109 where he was even going as far as deploying a shock probe to try and short out the droid, it wasn't messing around anymore... and this was no ordinary probe either....
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"Where do you think your going!? Nari called out to Sohdakin, trying to follow along with the dragon...
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***Dragon’taan Military District***
Inside he wasn’t very steady mentally, having quite the sensory overload roaming this completely new planet. However, on the surface he was a simple droid, and to that he gained a sense of comfort and security, knowing he barely stood out. Ever consistent in his pace, he finally made his way to the district where the Tigress was. He knew nothing of what to expect, but he figured that if a location was sponsored and recommended from a welcoming droid, it must’ve been decent. Coming to the entryway of the Tigress’ dwelling, the droid peered for any sign of free admittance, or Tigress.
A B1 Battledroid who was not armed and was armored in a blue metal instead of the usual light brown/ tan color saw Tybalt enter and walked up to the droid cyborg. "Welcome to TIgress armory, I'm sorry, but my Mistress is busy, can I help you with anything?" the droid asked seeming very friendly for a battledroid.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
This dragon was strange. Heck, if Pepper could warn about him, things might run way better and Fel won't need to consider, should he kill interlopers like Sohdakin or not. After all, Dranghyr was a result of the DMC N7 elite training program and trained to operate like any of N7 operatives have to, in other words, having no excuses for unwelcomed guests. Period. But because Thirteen use to think with his own brains, he gets, that the dragon was a temporary ally for now. In given circumstances, it was a benefit and Fel have nothing other, but unite with the dragon, no matter how strange he was. The only thing he was right about - yes, CDF actually wasn't aware of Rokhah to be here. But it doesn't matter now.
"When this operation was originally planned by the CDF and, namely Star Fox team, no guys like you were expected at all. They thought that no one except the DMC and CDF would be interested in this outpost, let alone the prisoners I have set free. So do me a favor and let me do, what the CDF expects me to do... Wait, who the person behind you? And why it's here?". Asked Fel in response and paid attention to Nari. Now XIII couldn't continue until he won't establish the identification of this person. In the current chaos with prisoners involved in the mess, it was hard to tell who was enemy or friend. And it wouldn't be, should Fel act here on their own as he always does. And no operation he had conducted before, he didn't fail when operated alone. "Are you Star Fox friends or what? McCloud didn't tell me about you... Ah, f**k it, CDF hired me not for this".
Fel jumped out of his cover and rushed to the room with the Datacron. Shoot, roll to a side, shoot again, then jump, push from the wall, shot again. Then glide, shot, glide again, shot, and in this way, he killed three more Klingon marines who were protecting the corridor leading to the room of Fel' target. Luckily, the outpost was cover in darkness now and Fel was having an advantage using night vision of his helm. So Klingon fools had no even chance to react on time. The same was true was about the Commander who was inside the room, guarding the Datacron. And in the position he standing, it was clear, that should Fel make his appearance in the door entrance, he would get shot in his head and gonna be dead. Not an option. And even he would climb on the wall, the Commander could notice him and won't leave a chance for Turian to shoot. Hence, Sohdakin' assistance would be needed here. Or Nari, as it depended on how badly they wanted this Datacron. And Fel hoped, that the efforts he made today, was worth the information inside the Datacron.
"Distract him for a while, then I can land a shot on him". Fel said to the first of two arrived and climbed on the wall, using abilities of his armor.
*** Corellia ***
Until Storm didn't felt the frozen ground of Corellia, she couldn't able to realize what actually happened as her mind was frozen, being contained in the cryopod right before she might get frozen forever. But once the female Orokin spotted Viktor muzzle, her mind was able to reassemble the scene started on Grineer' Galleon. So it appears, that Viktor, whom last time she has seen long ago and afraid not to see anymore, now was before her eyes. She was so happy to see him. As well as Spyra.
"Viktor... Thank you, my hero. Seems like you saved me again.". She said once she awake and then hugged him really tight with her steel arms. "Viktor, Spyra, what are you doing here? I doubt, that you're here in search of Klyntar race."
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Son of a-“ Damien started saying before being interrupted by his brother.
“Okay, let’s find where this signal is coming from then. If they are calling for help then we could have a real mess on our hands.” Katin said walking over to Steiner. “Oh, and before we sweep this place we should probably have a comm link set up in case of emergency.”
“That’s probably not a bad idea. How do you all think we should split this up anyhow?”
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*** Korriban Ruin ***
Tristan stood there for a few moments after the giant lizard's demand, uncertain of what to do, but he knows he has little choice; he cannot stay on this desolate world, and nor will he be able to find others from his father's fleet. Tristan warily stepped closer to the beast, his ears still folded down, looked down so to not meet the alien's harsh stony glare, waiting for what will come next.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
This dragon was strange. Heck, if Pepper could warn about him, things might run way better and Fel won't need to consider, should he kill interlopers like Sohdakin or not. After all, Dranghyr was a result of the DMC N7 elite training program and trained to operate like any of N7 operatives have to, in other words, having no excuses for unwelcomed guests. Period. But because Thirteen use to think with his own brains, he gets, that the dragon was a temporary ally for now. In given circumstances, it was a benefit and Fel have nothing other, but unite with the dragon, no matter how strange he was. The only thing he was right about - yes, CDF actually wasn't aware of Rokhah to be here. But it doesn't matter now.
"When this operation was originally planned by the CDF and, namely Star Fox team, no guys like you were expected at all. They thought that no one except the DMC and CDF would be interested in this outpost, let alone the prisoners I have set free. So do me a favor and let me do, what the CDF expects me to do... Wait, who the person behind you? And why it's here?". Asked Fel in response and paid attention to Nari. Now XIII couldn't continue until he won't establish the identification of this person. In the current chaos with prisoners involved in the mess, it was hard to tell who was enemy or friend. And it wouldn't be, should Fel act here on their own as he always does. And no operation he had conducted before, he didn't fail when operated alone. "Are you Star Fox friends or what? McCloud didn't tell me about you... Ah, f**k it, CDF hired me not for this".
Fel jumped out of his cover and rushed to the room with the Datacron. Shoot, roll to a side, shoot again, then jump, push from the wall, shot again. Then glide, shot, glide again, shot, and in this way, he killed three more Klingon marines who were protecting the corridor leading to the room of Fel' target. Luckily, the outpost was cover in darkness now and Fel was having an advantage using night vision of his helm. So Klingon fools had no even chance to react on time. The same was true was about the Commander who was inside the room, guarding the Datacron. And in the position he standing, it was clear, that should Fel make his appearance in the door entrance, he would get shot in his head and gonna be dead. Not an option. And even he would climb on the wall, the Commander could notice him and won't leave a chance for Turian to shoot. Hence, Sohdakin' assistance would be needed here. Or Nari, as it depended on how badly they wanted this Datacron. And Fel hoped, that the efforts he made today, was worth the information inside the Datacron.
"Distract him for a while, then I can land a shot on him". Fel said to the first of two arrived and climbed on the wall, using abilities of his armor.
*** Corellia ***
Until Storm didn't felt the frozen ground of Corellia, she couldn't able to realize what actually happened as her mind was frozen, being contained in the cryopod right before she might get frozen forever. But once the female Orokin spotted Viktor muzzle, her mind was able to reassemble the scene started on Grineer' Galleon. So it appears, that Viktor, whom last time she has seen long ago and afraid not to see anymore, now was before her eyes. She was so happy to see him. As well as Spyra.
"Viktor... Thank you, my hero. Seems like you saved me again.". She said once she awake and then hugged him really tight with her steel arms. "Viktor, Spyra, what are you doing here? I doubt, that you're here in search of Klyntar race."
***Corneria Spire***
"I'm not suppose to need an introduction nor were YOU suppose to be here." Nari grumbled "I'm agent N-Alpha, Of NCC Spec-ops, the Top Jedi hunter, I'm usually sent out to recover Holocrons and Jedi artifacts or hunt down enemies of the DMC/NCC alliance, that are jedi, due to my unique powers.
Word is there was a datacron here so they sent me and an Elite team of wolf clone commandos to retrieve the Datacron and take it to the Marauder temple on dragon'taan as I do with all Jedi Artifacts." Nari explained, growling a bit as her mission rarely, if ever involved allies of other factions, so this wasn't something she was use to doing.
***Corellia***
"I came here with some Important information for Viktor, and got caught up in this little mess of yours." Spyra grumbled..."You would do well to try not to get put into a cold sleep again, unless it's required, I don't do rescue missions."
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
The large armored Rohkah glanced over his shoulder when one of the armored soldiers approached him as he walked down the hallway "I have a job to do and it doesn't involve taking orders from others" he said and looked back at Fel as well. "I care not what either of you do, just do not get in my way. The Tal Shiar are my only concern here" Sohdakin did not glance back at either of them as he wondered why the Turian spoke as if he was actually expecting either of them to heed to his demands simply because the CDF said so.
Sohdakin stopped when Fel jumped into the hallway and started to play acrobat soldier down the corridor. He watched with mild curiosity and amusement, though he had to give the Turian some credit as he managed to kill 3 Klingon marines in the process. Sohdakin, on the other hand, did none of what Fel did and just casually strolled down the corridor and shot any remaining Klingon's with a hail of kinetic slugs from his Kuntach rifles. When they finally got to the room that held the signal, indicating that the Datacron was within, Sohdakin looked over at Fel as the Turian asked for them to distract the one inside. The Rohkah rolled his eyes within his helmet and shook his head before placing a small pack on the door. "Stand back" was the only warning he gave before he stood in-front of the door, his large frame taking up the entire space before the small charge went off, cutting the door free. The heavy metallic door fell inward with a heavy thud before Sohdakin walked right into the room. The Captain yelled something as he fired at the armored dragon. Each panicked disruptor round deflected off Sohdakin's shields as the armored giant walked forward unimpeded, raised one of his rifles and unloaded the magazine into the Tal Shiar Captain.
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*** Korriban Ruin ***
"Yes, sir". PK nodded, obeying to Luro and then his speech was directed to the human. "How do much time we have? The ruins located not far from here to the North and from what I have figured, there was no one inside in the last one thousand years. The temple inside is supposed to be not small, so it's can take some time to get what I need. Unless Luro has no other tasks for me."
Indeed, the Sith ruin held a small temple above ground and quickly descended into the earth. There was a tented section nearby to the North, where PK revealed a giant hole. According to the cyborg Sith lore database, an acolyte in anger had attempted to blow up Hell's Gates in order to kill her master. Alas, the charge was unstable and detonated early. The explosion opened up a hole in the ground, daylight trespassing into a previously unknown chamber. After some exploration, Peacekeeper discovered hidden doorways into Hell's Gates and the Irkallan Cave Palace. And there was no information who or what could be inside the temple ruins.
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***Coruscant Orbit***
A small fleet of unknown alien ships slowly approached Coruscant. It was a Ragnosian fleet that had come a long way from their native galaxy to investigate a newly found and supposedly thriving galaxy that had just been found by a much smaller smuggling ship which managed to transmit it's location before getting destroyed by an unknown enemy. The boxy, brutalist structure of their ships had stood out amongst the transport and freighter ships and only made them seem more alien-like than they already were. Inside the barebones halls of the freighter many Ragnosian sailors ran to defensive postions as they prepared for any hostile reactions to their presence from this glimmering, vibrant planet that they slowly approached
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
One of the security officers in the control room approached Ahsoka and whispered. “Someone at the entrance says they know you. Said his name is Rex. Claims to be a friend.”
Outside, one of the guards shook his head. “Sorry. Unless we hear from up top, you cannot enter wearing armor.” He stepped forward, tightening his grip on the rifle. “Either comply with security protocols or move along sir.”
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***Coruscant Orbit***
The bridge of the ship was bustling as the tall corvid aliens ran between terminals. A few were listening in for any incoming transmissions and others were tirelessly mapping the starlanes and systems. The captain of the ship peered through the glass of the bridge as he looked at Coruscant. It was beautiful in a weird way. Even the riverside factory towns of Ragnosia were absolutely dwarved when compared to the sheer size of the city which sprawled across this planet. He wondered what this planet held and whether or not they'd allow some sort of makeshift talks between whom or whatever lead this planet and the distant Supreme Premier of their homeworld.
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*** Coruscant Orbit ***
As the Ragnosian group approached Coruscant, the 1,600 meter long, triangular husk of an Imperial Star Destroyer (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/4/4b/Stalker.png/revision/latest?cb=20130320005857) approached the lead ship. The size of the ship would be enough to inspire fear alone, but if the ships' sensors were advanced enough, they might detect that the warship's weapons and shields were not powered. It sent out an open hail on all frequencies: "Unrecognized starships, please identify yourself."
*** Mongdrigo ***
Ahsoka frowned. She looked to the security officer. "Yeah, I know him. I served with him. Let him in; his lordship may find him useful. And don't take his weapons or armor; he keeps them on him at all times. Old war habit. I will assume full responsibility for any... misbehavior."
*** Korriban Ruin ***
"Tell me about what we're in here for," Lana requested as they descended. "What exactly is it? What makes it valuable?"
Luro waited for Tristan to be much closer before he spoke again, his voice a deal softer: "I'm surprised you're here, young sir. Korriban is not a safe place to be." He paused. "Hm... you must not have been here long. If the wild beasts here didn't get you, the planet's latent Dark Side energies would have driven you insane. I am Supreme Commander Luro 'Vadam, Eternal Alliance... do you have a name, young sir?"
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
The remaining Romulan and Klingon forces were too thin in number, and chose that moment to evacuate. The Commander dead (I assume he is, anyway), the datacron was ready for the taking. It was then that Fel would get a garbled transmission: "Star F... eam to Fel! Get the Dat... of there! Som... coming your way! Can't localize... ghost sig... GET... THERE! HURRY!"
And immediately after the transmission, just as it seemed the fighting died down, everyone would hear a scream as someone fell from the upper level of the Spire, and an unmistakable, chilling sound (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDsjiZbgWa0) (exact sound is 26 seconds in).
It knew they were in there.
*** Corellia ***
"For one thing, my sweet," Viktor told Storm, "I told you I would find you again. I just had to tie some... loose ends. But if you're here for the Klyntar - whether they're actually here or elsewhere - we're gonna need a ship. A big one."
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"Quite right, majesty," Steiner responded. He worked with his console, then shook his head. "Shipboard comms are locked down, that includes communicators from this ship. If I release the lockdown, the comm signal may get out. Do any of you have communicators with you? If I have one, I can coordinate your efforts from here, I just need someone standing guard."
*** Tigress' Workshop, Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, for that, you can talk to him directly," came a rough-sounding, vaguely-British accent as a Dark Robed man (https://i.postimg.cc/nhxryj0Y/DMC-General-Vokun-Suleyk.jpg) with ornate shoulder pads and a baldric adorned with many medals of varying origin. Clipped to his belt was a single lightsaber. He extended a hand. "General Vokun Suleyk, Dragon'taan Marauder Corps, Research and Development. Who might you be?"
*** Coruscant ***
K'Tath lead Cobalt through the streets of Coruscant. "Keep walking, no matter what you hear," he whispered to her. Moments later, an explosion rocked the usual sounds of the area as the old ship suddenly exploded. "Packed all your stuff, don't worry; just set the ship to self-destruct to attract enemy attention." He continued through the streets until he came upon a small bar. Just shy of the door, he turned to Cobalt. "This is where we're meeting the contact; he's giving us access to our new ship. Just stay cool and let me do the talking, okay?"
*** Edge of Dragon'taan Space ***
Vitani had her plan. She just needed to get to the AO. She dropped out of Transwarp under cloak, and there it was - the target ship: A Lucrehulk Battleship. "Let's get this party started," she said. "Tactical... deploy the Virus." The IKV Furiam first found it's way into the Lucrehulk's computer systems, then deployed a polymorphic computer virus, scrambling the ship's systems and disabling their droid troops on board.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Tyber began to subtly shake, seeing his girlfriend suddenly... wow. He had no idea.
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***Coruscant Orbit***
The Ragnosian crew looked at the large ship through their bridge. They were dwarved by the Star Destroyer. It resembled the Battle Cruiser which was serving in a war in their native galaxy. "Inkoming transmisye, har Komisar!" one of the helmsman yelled. The transmission was relayed to the ship speaker which they had, suprisingly enough, understood the language used by whoever commandeered the ship. Komisar Damrosch silently pressed a few controls before managing to request a transmission to the Imperial ship.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"Damn that ain't good." Fixel growled "STAY SHARP!"
Nari kept up with Fel but was now on high alert. "Something is cloaked.." SHe muttered.
*** Corellia ***
"Look I don't like breaking up touching moments ,but, we probaby should move those decaying clones might not exactly like us having broke your friend out of their ship...
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"I have a personal communicator but it only works on at short range." Grey replied
*** Tigress' Workshop, Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Who?" Tigress asked as she along with another modified B1 walked out of the back of the armory.
*** Coruscant ***
Cobalt only sighed once her former home was destroyed, following along with K'Tath saying nothing.
*** Edge of Dragon'taan Space ***
With the droids out of comission the pirates found their security halved, expecting th worse they set off the alarm all their remaiing securty prepareing for boarding parties... which might have Given Vitani a way in since they were expecting a huge swarm of Boarding craft...
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The Vixen turned to Tyber, "and now for you."
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Fel remained silent. He didn't need to prove anything to anyone as the people he knows already knew about him pretty enough to give him a job. A job which matches skills of N7 operatives, a team of most skilled DMC' intelligence agents. It was pretty young, but a well-formed team which consists of several members at the moments including Fel himself. So there was nothing wrong, that Nari didn't know him. No, on the contrary, keeping some shroud of secrecy was one of the N7 responsibilities and revealing their identity for those, who haven't signed for a mission in the first place, wasn't an option at all. At least this is how N7 operatives are trained. The same was true about operative goals - no other result of an operation conducted by an N7 agent except predicted couldn't be evaluated as acceptable. Hence, in the case of the Datacron, only getting in Fel' hands and then passed to general Wulf was the only anticipated exodus of the mission.
"Tell it to general Wulf". Fel responded to Nari and fall to the ground, luckily he was able to perform a roll forward right before after he being kicked off from the wall by the quake. It were the signs of the outpost self-destructing process - the facility started to quake for a little and alongside with the rocks falling from the ceiling was a bright example. He needs to hurry in case he doesn't want to make this outpost his tomb. That's why when Sohdakin eliminated Tal Shiar' Commander, the Turian rushed in the room in the far part of the room with open doors (due to the power outage) where the one-the damned, so-desirable Datacron resided. But there was another surprise - the safe with Datacron was locked with a four-digit lock. It could be any combination and XIII has simply no time to guess. Suddenly, the idea has come right from the Datacron inside, like it's the thing told him the right number. Two-three-seven-zero - once Fel inputted the combination, the safe opened, showing it containing. And what was more interesting - the Datacron reacted when Fel touched it. Like... Dranghyr was Force-sensitive even-though he never was a Cabal - Turian biotic users, almost the same power as the Force or even stronger. Having no time to figure if he was real Cabal or not, Thirteenth has grabbed the artifact and headed to exit, when he heard so-welcomed Fox' voice.
"Roger! Fox, Datacron has been retrieved, I'm going back on the surface. I got prisoners here, could you ask the CDF to bring any transport here? Large enough to fit four persons.". Replied Fel over the comlink channel and rushed to the exit. Before he actually did it, he also had taken a rifle lying around in the office. Its design was very similar to weapons produced on the Earth but way futuristic. It was a weapon called a shock rifle. It was a very limited series of weapon, but still, some people purchased it. Like this dead Commander. And with such loot Fel run out of the office, with the Datacron in one hand and with his new toy, the shock rifle, in another hand. Before a giant rock sealed the entrance to the office forever.
*** Corellia ***
"Yes, you're right, let's get out of here before more Grineer might arrive. But what's the ship you talking about?". Storm asked, getting on her feet. The reason on why he agreed on the ship idea was simple - Klyntar, more known as symbiotes, pretty much liked places like ships, so by getting a ship, the female Orokin increases her chance to catch one of them. And as quick it happens, the better for DMC, as they probably don't want to have a deal with so smart, yet powerful form of life, which can drain life energy even from a dragon. Not at least while Grendel, the dragon-shaped symbiote was alive.
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
The official nodded and stalked away.
Outside, the guard held up a paw. “Yes sir? ...I see. Yes, sir.” He smiled at Rex and stepped aside. “Sorry about that, sir. Can’t be too cautious. Lady Ahsoka confirmed she knows you. Take the first door past the security desk.”
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*** Korriban Ruins ***
The young kit's stomach would twist as the mention of this aliens rank and faction. The Eternal Alliance? Tristan is not familiar with them. But, of course, he wouldn't be; beyond is own fiefdom in the Corporate Sector and the Imperial Alliance, the boy didn't know much about existing factions within the galaxy. Tristan had often been closely guarded, kept in secure residences where he could not easily be killed or kidnapped, kept separate from anyone who could potentially use the boy against the High Admiral in some way. And since Tristan recognises Luro's rank as being a high one, this makes the danger, and the distrust, all the more palpable.
With this in mind, the boy looks around nervously, trying to gather his thoughts before he finally says, "My... my name is... E-Elliot. Elliot S-Seros."
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*** Korriban Ruins ***
"As I reported to Luro, according to my Sith lore, that place was Sith library one thousand years ago. Besides, it may also contain some holocrons. I'd like either to destroy this place or retrieve everything inside until any of Sith lords get anything inside the library. And I could make it alone, however, I thought that Luro would like to see by his own. The place is pretty ancient." Peacekeeper answered, noticing the fox' name, as cyborg' sensors can hear and see much better than human' ones. Dr. Oggorub did a really nice job restoring the cyborg and he was also responsible for everything 9T9 knows today.
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***Coruscant orbit***
Komisar Damrosch motioned for his crew to attend to the weaponry in case the ship fires in them. Their armament was outdated when compared to the lasers and beams that a star destroyer shot. Their main armaments were high-speed explosive torpedoes tipped with a incredibly sharp and dense material that was recycled from the many disposable fuel rods their ships engine produced. The boxy ship was escorted by much smaller corvettes which were stirring with the majority of actual armed military personnel. Damrosch patched in with the other Captains and gave them direct orders to avoid attacking unless absolutely necessary. Damroschs ship only held two fighters and he knew that they weren't even anywhere close to being fueled for actual dogfighting combat. Thoughts raced through his head as he methodically examined the many options and situations that could occur if he answered wrong or right. He gave a silent order to quickly fuel the fighters and keep them on standby in case the Star Destroyer decided on sending it's TIE fighters instead of directly engaging them.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“The most I have on me is a magical source. But it’s only going to work so far and being that I’m in the outer space of the planet I don’t know if it can reach down planetside on its own.” Katin said.
“I could amplify his signal with my own power, but I’m still not sure if it will reach the kingdom or any others.” Damien pondered their conundrum.
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*** MJ12 Warbird, Nephira Orbit ***
"We just need something to coordinate aboard the ship..." Steiner said, looking around. He spotted his dead officer, and nabbed the comms from him, handing it to Katin. "These operate on a different frequency - I might be able to unlock it, and you'll have a direct line to me."
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
When the Star Destroyer didn't receive a response, it spoke again on that open frequency: "Unrecognized craft, if you are having issues with communications equipment, my ship can be sent text-based messages. Otherwise, if your intent in this system is not hostile... flash a light or approach this ship at a slow speed. Be assured, we have no weapons or shields powered; we have no intention of harming you. We just want to find out who you are and what you are doing here."
*** Coruscant ***
K'Tath entered the bar, and spotted his contact. Approaching casually, he sat next to him. "Is she ready?" he asked quietly.
"Indeed," the contact said. He slid an access chip to K'Tath. "And all tech aboard is registered - including the Borg stuff. I hope you know how hard that stuff was to acquire."
"And you knew if it were easy, it wouldn't have squared us," K'Tath said. "Where is she?"
"Landing Bay 30, other side of the spaceport; get moving. Bad characters looking for you," the contact warned.
K'Tath looked concerned. "Anyone in particular?" he asked.
"Strange man with nano-augs. Says he's your distant cousin. Human," the contact responded. K'Tath nodded, and took the access chip. He walked to Cobalt and took her gently by the arm.
"We need to move, double-time," he whispered to her.
*** Korriban ***
"I would prefer we retrieve them, so we can examine them later to determine viability and if they hold anything we could use," Lana said, following close behind. "How much further?"
Luro heard Tristan's name, and frowned slightly. He was looking about nervously, and stammering. Either the boy was lying, or he was scared. Or both. Luro reached out, put his hands on Tristan's shoulders, but did not grip them, and spoke softly, "Son... there is no need to fear me, and there is no need to lie to me. I will not harm you, nor will any of my personnel. But if I am to return you to your family, I need to know who you really are and what you're doing here..." he paused to consider the environment. "... but I imagine the deserts of Korriban are not an ideal environment to discuss such a thing." He leaned his head down to Tristan's level. "Listen to me, young one; I am not your enemy, and I can get you home, but to do that I need the truth from you. For now... follow me. I will take you to my ship. Stay close to me, and the troops will leave you alone." He then rose to his full, eight-foot-six height, and took a few steps toward where his drop ship landed. Looking back at Tristan, he added, "Trust me, young sir - you don't want to stay here. If the local wildlife doesn't get you, the Dark Side energies will. Even my own men and women have occasionally fallen victim to both. This place is not safe. Come with me. I'll get you home."
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Fox tried to respond to Fel's transmission, but the signal was so garbled, it was impossible to make out any message. And the creature stalked the entrance of the outpost from above, waiting for someone to come out. Motion trackers would get ghost signals, but nothing more.
*** Corellia ***
"Later," Viktor said, helping Storm up. "We need to get going." He started for a nearby exit and asked, "Either of you armed?"
*** Edge of Dragon'taan Space ***
Vitani beamed aboard from her ship to an area affected by the virus - the computers would not have detected her arrival. With her were a fire team of Commando droids. They all started heading into the halls of the ship...
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Relax, sweetie," Kabby chuckled, noting Tyber's nervousness.
"Yeah, your mother was the same way with me, when she and I were dating," Victor added. This did not ease Tyber's apprehension, staring at Shiloh as a thousand different sensations fired off in his head.
*** Tigress' Workshop, Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, you've come to the right people," Vokun told Tybalt. He indicated Tigress. "This is Colonel Tigress Arcnon, she's Dragon'taan's Master Developer and Quartermaster. She and I are responsible for many of the things that show up on Dragon'taan. Now, what kind of body were you looking for?"
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***Coruscant Orbit***
The ships floated idly for a few seconds before they slowly started approaching the Star Destroyer. They seemed to understand Galactic Basic at the least. The Ragnosian ships chugged towards the Star Destroyer at a suprisingly brisk pace. Radio Tramission seemed to be connecting with them but they themselves couldn't connect unless they got much closer. As the ships advanced the stat destroyer started recieving garbled transmissions that started to clear up the closer these ships got. After a few minutes of waiting the Tranmissions were finally able to be understood.
"Hela? zent ir bakumen di artiklen?" The voice droned before some chatter could be heard "*ahem* Hello? Do you hear us? We come in peace! We are approaching your ship to meet you. Our weapons are NOT armed and our shielding is deactivated!" More chatter could be heard that was in the former language they spoke. Various voices could be heard replying to one another before the voice returned to the transmission "We are the RIMF Revalutsye. We are a scouting fleet from the Oraya Solymus system."
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
"No problem I understand security well, I'm sorry for the trouble." Rex replied as he walked down the hallway to the respetive location, never once even reaching for his guns.
*** MJ12 Warbird, Nephira Orbit ***
"I might have some extra communicators if you need them." Grey offered.
*** Coruscant ***
"I heard the whole thing. " Cobalt said hurring along with "K'tath, what's this about a cousin whose a human?" She asked "Sounds like the guy was lying." She added. "Can we see a junk dealer later I have, an idea for something to help me with matainece of the ship."
*** Corellia ***
"When is a dragon not armed?" Spyra asked, now in her dragon form , again, flexing her clawed hand.
*** Edge of Dragon'taan Space ***
indeed the computers did not detect vitani or her upgraded BX droids and all the security droids lay inactive on the ground leaving the smaller number of organic security to stop Vitani, considering they were poorly skilled since they relied a little too heavily on the droids to swarm their enemies, and being pirates were poorly armed for true security, they likely needed a lot of luck...
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"listen to your parents and relax." Shiloh tried to calm Tyber down.
*** Tigress' Workshop, Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Indeed I can do all sorts of droid bodies ,but if it's a biological body you want you'll want to check in with Fay over at the medical facility." Tigress replied as she walked up behind the modified B1 droid to check it's systems... "I thought i told you to whatch your battery level 102." She told the droid...
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*Torgus Prime*
The big assault ship invariably drew Fayam's attention. He went in for an all-out attack, not fearing to use his ship's most heavy weaponry.
Anna, in the meantime, made a split-second decision. "Change targets to that big vessel! Looks like it's a command ship, and we want to deal with those first."
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
After a few minutes of pondering, Lieutenant McCullin spoke up. “M’lord. If this Brottleheim captains a vessel, perhaps we could draw him out. If our convoys are in danger, we could send extra protection. If anything, we would get an idea of what we’re fighting?”
Garrus, who had not wandered far, stepped into the room. “Or duel him. Brottleheim stands little chance against your skill, My Lord. Though...contacting him isn’t easy. We’d still need a pretty nasty fight to get his attention.”
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***Dagontaan Spaceport (cantina)***
It was becoming painfully obvious that he wasn’t going to get something to eat here. A uniformed tactical officer approached him from behind. Ura felt a hand squeeze through the shoulder of his suit.
“What are you doing here soldier? Get dressed we need you out on the front lines, another ship dropped out of hyperspace; we need all the help we can get. That’s an order.” he said.
Ura smiled impishly, perhaps he would get to have a little fun after all. When he and the officer made it to the changing rooms, there were several other troops. All whom after they entered stopped and stared.
“No time to take you to the women’s changing rooms. You’ll have to make do here.” the tactical officer stated.
As the door shut behind him their eyes shined. Ura waned through the changing bodies to Cadonis’ locker. It was cramped and hot as the seconds passed more of them crammed. He could sense their eyes focus on him as he pulled down his pants.
They were awakened as it were from the rumble of cannon fire. Suddenly they were unable to stare at Ura, though the commotion. Another round struck the ship, this time Ura lost balance and landed in the arms of one of the soldiers.
“Careful little lady.” the tall black bear said.
Ura balanced himself, he realized they had mistaken him for being female. His face went blank as he donned the grey zero suit. It was form fitting, accentuating his bodily features. Now they were staring again, beside him there was a cardinal also getting ready.
“Men.” the avian scoffed.
Ura slipped on his blue vested sweater, the golden buttons glimmering from the overhead lights. Finally, they marched down to the flight deck where the weapons were. Each one took a blaster and rifle. They tried to hand Ura a weapon but he refused.
“Leaving without a weapon is suicide!”
The female cardinal coaxed him into taking a blaster. Eventually after briefing they staffed their Arwings.
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(Newcomers and not: I'd like to introduce GS OCC thread where you can get familiar with GS lore. I'd like also to ask you to post your character profiles. https://www.thefurryforum.com/forums/index.php?topic=40670.msg2234746#msg2234746)
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***Coruscant Orbit***
The ships floated idly for a few seconds before they slowly started approaching the Star Destroyer. They seemed to understand Galactic Basic at the least. The Ragnosian ships chugged towards the Star Destroyer at a suprisingly brisk pace. Radio Tramission seemed to be connecting with them but they themselves couldn't connect unless they got much closer. As the ships advanced the stat destroyer started recieving garbled transmissions that started to clear up the closer these ships got. After a few minutes of waiting the Tranmissions were finally able to be understood.
"Hela? zent ir bakumen di artiklen?" The voice droned before some chatter could be heard "*ahem* Hello? Do you hear us? We come in peace! We are approaching your ship to meet you. Our weapons are NOT armed and our shielding is deactivated!" More chatter could be heard that was in the former language they spoke. Various voices could be heard replying to one another before the voice returned to the transmission "We are the RIMF Revalutsye. We are a scouting fleet from the Oraya Solymus system."
***Coruscant Orbit***
Komisar Damrosch peered through the bridge as he held a hand to his beak. The ship they were approaching was much larger than their ship. It was almost daunting to approach something that could most definately destroy them with a single shot. A part of him didn't trust the words this captain but he didn't really want to risk attacking them.
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*** Tigress' Workshop, Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, you've come to the right people," Vokun told Tybalt. He indicated Tigress. "This is Colonel Tigress Arcnon, she's Dragon'taan's Master Developer and Quartermaster. She and I are responsible for many of the things that show up on Dragon'taan. Now, what kind of body were you looking for?"
*** Tigress’ Workship, Military District, Dragon’taan ***
“Well...” even though he could not stutter, he was quite overwhelmed with the sudden appearance of these two innovators. He knew at least one of them would change him completely. He looked down for a moment, before shifting to look back at Vokun. “I was hoping if you could recreate a body from... somewhat damaged spinal fluid. Within my body.”
** Tigress’ Workship, Military District, Dragon’taan ***
"As I was saying if you want a biological body you'll want to check with Fay over at the medical center, I can have a droid show you the way it's not far from here. I work in technology and electronics not biological stuff except the Myomer fibers (https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Myomer) used in mechs and walkers ,but I leave even a little of that to those more specialized in biological specialties.
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**** Korriban Ruins ****
Tristan could not help but look away from Luro at the very mention of family, the memories of that horrible battle running through his mind, tears starting to brim before he sniffles and blinks his tears away. Just as the great lizard rose, the boy could not help but mutter to himself, barely even a whisper, "But... I have no family anymore."
Still, Luro is right about one thing; Tristan cannot stay on this strange world. The boy, after another sniffle, decides to go with the reptile; following close behind him as they quickly walk from the canyon out to where the tombs stand, a shuttle of alien design stood in the middle of the valley. Tristan's thoughts would linger on his father, that he will never see him again, and how everything will change now. He knows there's nothing left to go back home for anymore, his father's subordinates would be trying to decide who becomes the next High Admiral, and Tristan certainly cannot take that position. But perhaps, one day, he can.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Katin took a comm-link and handed one to his brother. “Alright, now that we have that settled let’s get to finding this person trying to send out that signal.”
“Right, I’ll go with Steiner and the Admiral. I believe Gray has probably had enough of my antics for one day.” He said with a sly smirk.
“Right...wish I could have a moment without you sometimes...” Katin said under his breath as he walked over to Gray with an extended hand. “Good to meet ya.”
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen finally woke up again, and let out a loud yawn as he did so. Opening his eyes, he saw the environment around him. Oh, right. He has had quite the adventure yesterday. He wasn't getting up quite yet, as his head was still kinda foggy, but he was pretty sure that'd disappear as he went along his day later. He did feel quite a bit better now. Now he was finally be able to sort things out.
That was when one thought got back to him. What happened when he was trying to get here, to this planet... It was something that could prove to be important. The feral decided it was probably for the best if he told that information to Mr. Force Fox as soon as he could. And ask for his name. Let's not forget that point.
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**** Korriban Ruins ****
"Answer: not too far. Request: follow me". PK answered with his electronic voice and led Lana with him to the chamber entrance. Once the couple has descended for a bit into the chamber, the human could notice, that the architecture might look amazing. Parts of it had been carved into the walls, while several large blocks had been moved into the chamber. Whether they had been part of the bed of rock that the chamber had been dug into would require some work from the lab. And because the cyborg had has no understanding what is 'beauty', he said nothing. According to his Sith knowledge database, the chamber had been quarantined, with no one being allowed inside until a Sith Lord could take a look. PK and Lana were the first persons inside this chamber in thousands of years.
The discovery of the Irkallan Cave Palace had been a dream come true for the UIA archaeological community. Now it was time for the dream to come true. PK and Lana would be the first to reveal the secrets of this chamber. His eyes targeting a sarcophagus by one of the walls, he remedied his thought. Not a chamber, a tomb. This is where Irkalla was laid to rest. It made sense. Irkalla's spirit had haunted her Cave Palace, but nobody had been found. It wasn't too surprising Irkalla would have had her corpse hidden. There was more than one Sith ritual that incorporated a Sith's body, sometimes to bind a spirit. Alas, that hadn't saved Irkalla from two powerful Sith Lords.
Peacekeeper began to walk closer to the sarcophagus when the ground began to shake. Then he attempted to balance out himself. "Statement: looks like the ground's not fully stable. We should be careful" he said while studying the place.
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*** Korriban ***
Tristan's whisper was heard by Luro, who immediately felt a pang of sorrow for the young lad. He looked back at him. "Believe me, young one, I know what that's like. My father and both my brothers were killed in the war against the UNSC. Until I met my uncle and cousin, I had no family. And even then, I had to leave them..." He indicated himself, what he wore. "... for this. But we can speak of that another time - for now, we need to get you off-world." He accessed his radio. "Commander 'Vadam to Lana and Peacekeeper - Priority shift. Seal off the library and fall back to LZ. We're leaving."
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"Highness, you misunderstand; I'm staying here on the bridge," Steiner explained. "I can guide you through the ship from here and keep you on the track of whomever is trying to send a signal."
*** Tigress’ Workship, Military District, Dragon’taan ***
"You could visit Fay, yes - but my lab is closer, and Fay, as I understood it, is occupied with... another matter," Vokun said. "If you want a biological body, I can help with that."
*** Indari Manor ***
Sheila happened to be looking in Michen's direction when he woke, and noticed his expression. "Are you alright?" she asked softly.
Anna gestured for the young one to get inside. "Come on, Kira, it's cold out here! What are you doing outside?"
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
"Understood, Revalutsye, this is the Star Destroyer Revanite, Captain Daniels speaking," The Star Destroyer responded. "We don't often get ships like yours here, and given how close you had to get to my ship, I don't think you alone would be able to get a signal down planetside..." Daniels paused. "... but I might be able to relay a signal for you. Are you looking for anything or anyone specific?"
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"How would we manage such a fight?" Malgus asked. "Who would be brave or... mad enough to attack us here and get Brottleheim's attention?"
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
The Romulan fleet heartily agreed, and targeted the gargantuan vessel that had arrived. Rhea and her ship also went after the vessel. But it would take a lot to whittle down the shields on a ship that big.
*** Coruscant ***
"I don't have a human cousin; whatever you intend to do, we better make it fast," K'Tath said. "I have a bad hunch on who that man is."
*** Edge of Dragon'taan Space ***
Vitani began stalking through the ship, eliminating the sentries and patrols, making for the bridge for the next phase of her plan. The enemy presence was surprisingly light; either they didn't think they'd be found, or they were arrogant enough to think their droids would be all they needed... or both, god forbid. Still, it would be their undoing as Vitani and her fire team made their way through the halls.
*** Corellia ***
"Right," Viktor said, turning again to Storm. He went to try and help her up as he asked, "Do you need a weapon? We need to get moving."
(Cloud, can I add my own contribution to your scene?)
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
McCullin shrugged. “We’re the only large military force on Mongdrigo.”
Garrus leaned heavily on his cane before taking a seat. “Well, my Lord. Who are your enemies?”
As Rex approached the control room, a guard stopped him, knocked on the door and spoke. “Lady Ahsoka’s visitor is here.”
A few seconds passed, before the locks released and the guard inside opened the door. Rex was then ushered inside and the door shut behind him.
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***Dagon’taan Spaceport (Outer)/Pirate Ship***
Ura looked at the flight controls, the flashing lights, flickering toggles and switches. The instrument panel was intimidating. He sat deeper into the pilot’s chair as the ship’s thrusters roared forward. He was surround by the black expanse of space again. The engines hum bringing him nearer to the enemy ship.
It was considerably larger than most space vessels he’d seen before. It had these long narrow tipped wings, making a heinous entry as it dropped out of warp and finally settled just above them. The ship was spotted with scraps, cuts and dents.
Ura steered toward the port bow. He saw enemy fighter ships pouring out of the belly of the beast. His claw went over the trigger. The flash of the cannon came then as a heavy mortar round landed between them it created an explosion submersing a dozen and immobilizing several more.
Now the turrets on the ship fired, he evaded them with ease. What happened next seemed impossible, two fighters were on his six. He tried to move but they boxed him in and forced him straight. About two clicks head of them was the ship’s main deflector. Two more fighters were converging on his position.
It occurred to Ura that they planned to ram him into the ship, here would do the least damage and wouldn’t cost any useful ship functions. Ura maneuvered slightly to entangle one of the enemy fighter ship’s nacelles with his own.
As they collided with the deflector the Chimera Soldier sheathed himself in aura. The ship’s were instantly obliterated, however though the smoke and vacuum of space Ura emerged inside the spacecraft. The nose of the fighter ship had imbedded into the deck, Ura climbed onto it shattered the glass with a flick of the finger and pulled out the enemy pilot.
Inside the cockpit blood was spilling coming down on the pilot, his own blood. Ura grabbed his fastener and snapped it off him, the pilot gagging as he lifted him up by his neck.
“Who are you?” he coughed.
The deck was filled with alien pirates, all aiming their guns at him. Ura held him well above his head by the neck, the air was growing even more tense.
“In the name of Boros the King of the Black Matter thieves put him down!” a pirate amongst the despatched security team said.
He didn’t respond, but started to squeeze his claw around the pilot’s throat. His back to them Ura could see his own silhouette against the damaged fighter ship in the gunfire. His aura subsequently encasing him deflected the plasma weapons. He was unscathed.
A foreboding grin curved his lips, ‘Too easy.’
((Yes you can!))
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***Coruscant Orbit***
"We are simply looking for a rest and possible contact with whoever you leader is. Unfortunately the ships we have right now aren't fitted for communication with ships such as yours. If you'd allow us we'd like to land at a docking bay to check stock, replace a few fuel rods and hopefully establish some sort of connection between you leader and ours."
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Radio jamming. It wasn't a really big surprise for Fel as he suspected something similar to this. Such events are natural in given circumstances and were an essential part of any war. It probably was Tal Shiar countermeasures in their attempt to cut off the DMC infiltrator from the support team. But this is where Dranghyr were good. Even though the N7 training program hasn't revealed anything brand new for the Turian, it had taught him to think on a step ahead. Not to mention he was skilled at guerilla warfare and especially good at the electronic one. This is why when his comlink started to produce white noise, XIII has immediately switched to a different radio frequency, where it modulation won't allow any known radio interference devices to twist it. Ultra-long radiowaves based on DMC emergency broadcast system. It was one of the exclusive features which N7 agents are having along with their ship. And using the feature, Thirteenth has connected to the EDI, the AI of his ship.
"EDI, transmit my message on the CDF radio channel once you'll download it. And use this channel to send anything, that Fox will reply back". The only thing Dranghyr said and started to upload his recorded radio message to the EDI while advancing, out of the outpost, hoping the Star Fox team would get his sending. Unfortunately, Sohdakin seemed to be busy with something, so Fel decided to act on his own, as it was originally planned. No one supposed to help him on this mission and he wished, that it could be true. Now prisoners were his responsibility as well and because of this, he couldn't escape the outpost as fast as he could using capabilities of his suit. On the bright note, when Fel encountered then-prisoners, all of them was still alive and they have guns. Good news, at last. But Fel still wanted to test his new toy. So with the hand gesture, the Turian commanded to prisoners to follow him. "Follow me, people".
Upon those words, Fel and prisoners, all armed, headed to the exit from the outpost which was leading to the upper floors of the Spire. And frankly, Fel would like to see Sohdakin alive, because without his assistance this firefight with the Tal Shiar Commander would pass not so fast and smooth as with the Rokhah' help.
*** Corellia ***
"I can say so. My suit is a weapon itself. You probably heard what is warframe. Right?". Asked Ori (real Storm' name) in response. Indeed, warframes, which resemble Mandalorian armor in the way of its usage, was the biggest Orokin achievement in the Galaxy and basically, this what made them a name. It was a result of many Orokin masters and Ori was one of them. Even though she hasn't fully created any suit, using her knowledge of frames, the girl hacked the one which could control four nature elements (fire, water, air, earth) but the element waframe could control depends on the color of the suit. Well, Ori bypassed this limitation and her suit is capable to control all four elements without re-coloring. But the drawback of the suit was a thing worth to consider - even her suit was mass destruction weapon, its resources were limited, hence "plan B" should always be on her mind. "But I wouldn't mind any good... melee weapon."
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***Tigress’ Workshop, Military District, Dragon’taan***
"Fine with me, it's not my choice to what you do , but if you ever need technology you know where to look." Tigress replied happily, not seeming mad or dissapointed at all...
*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
Feeling kinda rushed, Rex almost lost his balance as he walked into the room, the door shutting behind him didn't help much. "Uhh Commander Ashoka?" The old clone asked looking around ,though old he definitely felt younger, thanks to the treatment he had gotten.
*** Corellia ***
"We have time for chitchat later if what i heard about these clones is true reinforcements are not far behind so let's get off this junkpile and get out of here!" Spyra noted
*** Korriban ***
The clones would be preparing to leave with an Acclimator assault ship having just landed.
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"Whatever we do i suggest we do it now before our person of interest escapes." Grey noted.
*** Indari Manor ***
Amie rushed outside skidding to a stop almost bumping into Anna.
The pink Wolf dragon looked to Anna seeing her, the young ones eyes opened and she got up and began to run away.
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
The Klingon fleet lead by the Baowulf also began to attack the larger ship, smaller craft making hit and run attacks on the enemy ships hull.
*** Coruscant ***
"I don't think this planet has what I need, mind taking a trip to Tatooine?" Cobalt asked
*** Edge of Dragon'taan Space ***
Vitani was correct , on both accounts, the pirate were arrogant and relied too heavily on their droids, offering little resistance to her and her own droids.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Nari ran with Fel ,but soon said "Whatever is jamming our signal is not gonna let us escape easily!"
Meanwhile Fixel and her commando team finsihed off an resistance from Tal Shiar and Dishonorable Torg Warriors, but remained on high alert.
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*Torgus Prime*
Fayam saw what the big ship had coming for it and secretly decided he was to have the honour of beating it up. He unleashed antimatter attacks, ion guns, missiles, and whatever else his ship had to offer. But, he held back on the nuclear torpedoes.
Anna, on the other hand, coordinated the fleet in the hope of flanking the big ship or finding a weak spot in its shield and/ or armour.
(OOC: Romulan, since Temer and co. are now Anna's crew, I'd like to take control of them.)
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*** Korriban, Valley of the Dark Lords ***
Tristan would look up to listen to the Supreme Commander as he spoke to him, though the boy did not speak after Luro had finished, merely looking away as he contemplated leaving with an alien that spared his experience. Not that this created trust, even if Luro might wish it. Still, the young tod stuck close to the lizard's side, his gaze looking over to the shuttle before looking up at the hazy skies of Korriban.
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*** Korriban, Valley of the Dark Lords ***
"Roger". PK answered simply over the comlink before he left the tomb with Lana and headed to the LZ, meeting Luro and Tristan again. Even though his mission hasn't ended, the cyborg won't leave his task so easily and decided to pass what he was able to figure to the UIA. And finger crossed, they will be faster than anyone from Sith lords and there are would be nothing, that would make Sith much stronger. So being on the ship, Peacekeeper turned to Lana. "Question: how can I pass everything about what I have seen in the library to the UIA?"
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen nodded, not even realizing his expression. He was fine, and there was no reason for worry about him specifically. Yet, when the feral spoke, one could still hear there was something troubling him. "I'm fine. Can I just speak with the fox that brought me here?"
Michen rose himself from the ground, bringing himself back on all four paws. He was ready to go out when he needed to.
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*** Korriban, Valley of the Dark Lords ***
Luro boarded the shuttle and turned to Tristan, looking about the seats. "You may want to strap yourself in, young one; up-thrust is gonna be bumpy," he told him.
"We have a Subspace Communications array on the ship as well as home base on Odessen," Lana responded to PK. "I'm sure the Commander won't mind you using it."
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
(I don't see why not, so long as you can portray them as Romulan personnel.)
The massive warship would take the attacks in stride, powering toward Torgus Prime, intentions unclear. The ship's massive size and powerful shields would allow it to take extreme punishment.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
As Fel and the others would exit the Tal Shiar outpost, there would be a discharge, and a plasma blast would lash down from somewhere above. Fortunately, this shot would miss Fel - but narrowly.
"Fox to Fel, can you hear me? Please come in! Over!" came Fox's voice on Fel's radio, using the channel Fel had switched to.
*** Coruscant ***
"Well, in that case, wed'd better get a move on," K'Tath said. He headed for the aforementioned docking bay, keeping an eye out for this supposed "cousin".
*** Corellia ***
In response, Viktor drew one of his katanas and handed it to Ori. "Let's get going," he said, and would lead the way toward the outer edge of the city.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Wait! Come back!" Anna shouted, chasing after the young one. Being fully grown compared to the child, Anna would have an easy time catching up to her to grab and hold her.
"Mathayus?" Sheila responded to Michen. "I don't see why not; he'll likely be upstairs with his son. Or his wife. Or both." The dragoness' frown deepened. "Are you sure you're alright? You look like you just remembered something important."
*** Tigress’ Workshop, Military District, Dragon’taan ***
"In that case, you'd better come with me, sir," Vokun told Tybalt. He then turned to Tigress. "Before I go, Colonel, I wanted to alert you - Master Faasnu wishes to speak with you."
*** Edge of Dragon'taan Space ***
Vitani easily dispatched the pirates, making her way to the bridge and lining up at the door in preparation for taking it.
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"That's just it - I don't know if any of my enemies survived after all these years," Malgus said.
"Rex - over here," Ahsoka called out to the clone, motioning him over.
***Dagon’taan Spaceport (Outer)/Pirate Ship***
In an unexpected twist, an attack group of two Ki'Tang Birds-of-Prey (https://gamepedia.cursecdn.com/sto_gamepedia/9/90/Ship_Variant_-_KDF_-_Ki%27tang_Bird-of-Prey_%28T4%29.png?version=d1d16a0da1678f9da87bb15f482563f1) and three T'Varo Birds-of-Prey (https://gamepedia.cursecdn.com/sto_gamepedia/6/65/Ship_Variant_-_ROM_-_T%27varo_Light_Warbird_%28T1%29.png?version=f19936478150993069da1a88c2eaa0e2) de-cloaked out of nowhere - all bearing the same red "XII" symbol, and immediately began firing on any ships in the vicinity. The Pirate ship that Ura was on would be the first to take hits from a Photon Torpedo and several disruptor blasts.
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
"Well, unfortunately, your ships are too large to land down planetside... however, we have orbiting stations you can dock at. If you wish, I can call ahead and let them know you wish to dock, seeing as your communications equipment is, as you said yourself, not quite advanced," Captain Daniels said.
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*** Coruscant Orbit ***
"We would appreciate it. If you could direct us to one of these stations we will move there at once. Luckily enough we have a few landing ships that could bring a few of us down. Unfortunately however they aren't fueled to actually make that trip." Komisar Damrosch stated
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"Plasma Caster?" Nari asked "That seems oddly familiar..."
*** Coruscant ***
"Though annoying I think Jawas will have what I need." Cobalt explain as she stayed beside K'Tath.
** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna Caught up with The young Dragon wolf girl ,before Amie could even say anything, though the Red Vixen's head drooped when Anna caught up with her...
** Tigress’ Workshop, Military District, Dragon’taan ***
"Did he say why?" Tigress asked.
*** Edge of Dragon'taan Space ***
Thoguh Vitani had an easy time defeating the pirates she'd find slightly more chanlleging foes in the control room a couple of Droideka's and 2 B2 battledroids ,still active defended the bridge, and were ready for her guarding the command crew of the pirates.
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center
"Commander? What are you doing here?" Rex asked "Somebody told me you were here and i was wondering.." he paused looking around, then returning his 'gaze' to Ashoka "What you were doing in this godforsaken place it's worse than Geonosis."
*** Corellia ***
"I said that 2 minutes ago." Spyra grumbled...
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"Let's just keep moving. The outpost is about to collapse". Fel added moving further when the plasma blast landed next to him only in a few inches. The Turian reflexively dashed forward, hid the datacron in an internal pocket of his armor and landed on his back. Then he enveloped his hands around the shock rifle (because it was a long thing) and shot in the direction of the potential enemy, producing a purple-colored beam up to hole in the ceiling. The prisoners decided to provide fire support as well but they weren't as lucky as Fel - the plasma blast wounded one of them - a frog - and he fell to the ground screaming. The blast damaged his hand badly and without medical treatment, the frog won't live too long. Luckily, another prisoner has put the wounded frog upon his hands and moved further, behind Fel, while the Turian and other two prisoners were trying to provide some fire support. In order to survive the unknown enemy, XIII changed his suit mode to the defensive one, so even plasma shots won't manage to cause any serious damage, at least the first two. "I hear you, Fox. We got a wounded prisoner here. We need any transport."
*** Corellia ***
"Thank you, Viktor. I'll return it to you once I'll get my own stuff. Let's go now". Ori said and gladly accepted the offered weapon. For her, melee weapons were the way to direct the energy of her abilities more effectively and precisely. Even though she was somewhat a skilled swordsman, Ori has rarely engaged in close combat. Provided she has no firearms and her warframe had no energy left.
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
Garrus sighed, rubbing his chin in thought. “Hm...then we’ll need to make some, Lord. Drawing Brottleheim out requires mayhem. And I don’t know if we can do all that here.”
McCullin spoke up suddenly. “We’ll fake it.”
Garrus looked at the lieutenant with an eyebrow raised. McCullin took a moment before continuing. “We could simply perform grand-scale training exercises with an ally and then attack. Brottleheim won’t know what hit him.”
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***Dagon’taan Spaceport (Outer)/Pirate Ship**
(please see attached photo for reference to Pirate Ship and Ura
Ura squished the enemy pilot’s head like a grape. The security team barely had enough time to flinch when he instantaneously responded to their gunfire. The bodies hit the floor, their torso’s completely removed. The Chimera Soldier wiped the blood from his face and hand.
A creeping fog began to fill the level he had crashed on, a voice spoke through the heavy cloud.
“You dare attack the Black Matter Thieves Ship? Your ignorance knows no bounds.” the voice continued. “I am Brilar you insolent trash. Suffer and the mighty hand of my poison cloud! Once I’m breathed in death is inevita-“ but broke off short.
Ura widened his stance exhaled and took in one remarkably long breath inhaling the giant cloud. He swallowed it whole. The other security team which had been covertly setting up around him fell under intense surprise.
“NO! Brilar! How could you? He was our battalion’s strongest.” said an alien.
“Really? He was pretty weak.” Ura replied. “Hey. Do you guys have any food?”
“Impossible!” the Pirate screamed. “He’s SO PURE!”
-So Pure-
Ura gathered aura around his claws and clapped them together slaying everyone in the level. Meanwhile the Pirate Ship took a couple hits, he could feel the spacecraft shake (reference to another post).
“How- disappointing; it feels like I’m punching snowflakes.” he sighed.
The ship had 27 internal levels from the maintenance and transportation floors to the Captain’s quarters. Currently Ura was on the 17th floor.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen seemed to be slightly annoyed by that command, as if he wanted to say 'no, duh!', but without using any words. "Yeah, I did. That's why I gotta see him." The feral was not sure of how urgent this matter was, but he had to know if this fella knew more of it. His name was gonna be a little tricky to remember correctly, even though it sounded much like an other name he was familiar with. So many names to remember lately...
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***Korriban ~ Valley of the Dark Lords ~ Inside Luro's shuttle***
The vulpine boy would look to the shuttle and then back to Luro, giving the large reptile a nod of ascent before climbing up the ram and finally into the shuttle. The interior was very militaristic, all for the simple purpose of ferrying soldiers with very little room for much comfort, not that Tristan is entirely unfamiliar with such functionality. The boy, his ears still folded down as his fears and uncertainties over trusting a complete stranger of another faction churn within him, perching himself onto one of the shuttle seats before using the straps to fasten himself into place. All fairly simple so far.
With little else to do, Tristan looks down to the entrance of the shuttle, awaiting for the Supreme Commander and his entourage to return so they can all finally leave this hellish place. Still, Tristan could not help but wonder about the strange things that keep appearing in his mind, wondering how... any of that happened.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Oh...right. I guess that would make the most sense. Then how do suggest we go about this then?” Damien asked looking towards the others. His brother putting his hand at his chin pondering the situation at hand.
(Sorry its been slow responding, i finally got my orders to go home and have been dealing with many briefings and paperwork.)
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*** MJ12 Warbird, Nephira Orbit ***
"You two will move through the ship corridors, and get tot the source of the signal; I'll guide you through the halls, and alert you to any dangers. You may also want to try and get assistance from your friend who has this ship snared in that... tractor beam, or whatever t is," Steiner said.
*** Valley of the Dark Lords, Korriban ***
Luro watched, as, all on his own, the Vulpine boy strapped himself in to the seat like the best of his men. "Impressive," Luro commented. He sat down in one of the seats directly across from the boy, just in time for Lana to arrive. Lana - a blone-haired Caucasian human female dressed in emerald-green robes with red trimmings - looked to Tristan and inclined her head, then sat down next to him. "Easy, Lana," Luro cautioned her. "He's still a bit frightened."
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
Malgus considered this, then looked to Garrus. "Would Brottleheim buy that? Would that be enough to draw him here?"
Ahsoka looked to Rex. "I came here as a representative of the Imperial Alliance. And I might ask you what you are doing here - I thought you were over on Belsavis?"
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"Understood, Fel - get out of there! You have a Yaut'ja Hunter on you!" Fox responded.
"Fel, this is Slippy - you'd better get out of there, fast! Those Yaut'ja use a personal cloaking device that renders them nearly invisible, so it's nearly impossible to track them; Motion sensors are unreliable, all I get is ghost readings... hang on..." There was a pause as another Plasma Blast shot from above. "... Fel, please tell me you have EMP weaponry?"
*** Corellia ***
Viktor nodded, then brandished his RX Hybrid H7M1 and readied it, taking the lead as he headed for the nearest rocket tram going to the northern edge of Coronet. "What we're after is a starship, illegally landed here outside of Coronet. Corellian Defense Forces and CorSec are offering bounties to anyone able to knock off the crew of that ship, and offering the opportunity to keep that ship," Viktor told Storm and Spyra as they moved.
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
"Sending coordinates now," Daniels responded. "But you needn't shuttle down; those stations have their own shuttles that go from the station to the surface and back." There was a pause as transmissions were sent to the destination station, then Daniels asked, "Would you like the station to snare you in a tractor beam, help you in once you're close enough?"
*** Coruscant ***
K'Tath didn't answer as he and Cobalt headed for the landing bays. At their destination, a scaled-up, upgraded and heavily-modified Y-Wing Attack Corvette (https://media.sketchfab.com/urls/dce42fe5cf6a4a1895dcab336f3bffd5/dist/thumbnails/7a96767ba9a148bdbd94b1b503bc0253/8d73801257a949eca9232abf3c3e7813.jpeg) sat waiting. K'Tath looked to Cobalt and motioned his head. "Get aboard," he told her, turning for the entrance and unclipping one of his lightsabers.
*** Dagon’taan Spaceport (Outer)/Pirate Ship ***
The raider ships, for one reason or another, all shifted focus on the pirate ship, hitting it with repeated Disruptor blasts and Photon Torpedoes. But it was then that yet another ship appeared - with an even stranger configuration (https://images.mmorpg.com/images/galleries/formatted/492012/9b722249-52d9-431a-8e3a-f6d73011a3cb.jpg). Upon arrival, it immediately attacked the Pirate ship Ura was on, hitting it with a Shield Disruption blast and then a spread of Chroniton Torpedoes, closing in to engage with a combination of Tetryon Beam arrays and Polaron Pulse Cannons.
*** Edge of Dragon'taan Space ***
Vitani's marines set up Plasma Breaching charges, and waited for the devices to detonate, then rushed through the blown-open doors and attacked the droids relentlessly.
*** Tigress’ Workshop, Military District, Dragon’taan ***
"He did not," Vokun responded. "But you know he never asks to see you without good reason."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna finally got hold of the child, and took her in her arms. "Easy, Kira! Easy! It's okay! Mommy's got you... mommy's got you."
Sheila motioned her head for the ramp going up into the Manor. "I'll have Mathayus meet you in the foyer," she told Michen.
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***Tigress’ Workshop, Dragon’taan***
"Alright then i'll give him a call as I was just there a few minutes ago..." Tigress shrugged picking upa small headset and placing it onto her head, tapping a button on it as she ringed the comm system to the Indari Manor.
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"General Anaken wanted me to check on you, and so did Luke." Rex replied "And I do like traveling a bit now that my age has been turned back a bit."
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Fixel walked up and somehow heard slippy on Fel's comm "DROID POPPERS!" the green Katarn armored vixen yelled as her squad of foour clone commandos threw Emp grenades ahead of themselves.
"Wish i had some of those." Nari noted.
*** Coruscant ***
As soon as Cobalt was inside she said "Oooh nice systems." She said as she plugged into the new ship's computer.
*** Edge of Dragon'taan Space ***
The shrapnel from the blast took out the B2 droids and richet off the droideka's shields injuring some of the pirates inside.
The remaining pirates including the leader an armored Rodian, prepped their weapons, waiting for the smoke to clear.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"LET GO OF ME!" the pink dragon/wolf hybrid yelled struggling to get free.
Amie skidded to a stop near Anna "Mom, that's not Kira." Amie sighed, she knew she was in deep dragon dung now....
*** Sangheilos orbit ***
A CSS-class Battlecruiser dropped out of FTL in orbit of the Sangheili planet, the Shipmaster, KYva 'Katomei signaled his comm officer to contact Thel or whoever was manning the comm system on Sangheilios " This is shipmaster Kyva returning from Dragon'taan with upgraded tech from Quatermaster Tigress, for the Kaidon!"
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
“It’s possible. Brottleheim isn’t the brightest outside of war.” Garrus rubbed the back of his neck. “It’s worth a shot. Upon your word, Lord, I’ll have the army ready to mobilize.”
Lieutenant McCullin yelped as the panel beside him chirped loudly. “Oh! M’lord! The fleet has responded.”
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"No". The Turian simply answered once yet another plasma blast landed next to him and Fel' nanosuit saved him again, drained more energy from the armor. The next shot probably not gonna be as smooth as the previous one because energy weapons are the heaviest for the Fel' armor in terms of the energy it consumes. Luckily, prisoners have had their way to the upper level of the Spire, so XIII, Fixel, Nari and their company were the only enemies for the Yaut'ja Hunter. And heck, Fel wished to know who that guy was. He has never heard about any one of them and today was the first time he encounters one of the kind. Dranghyr has seen a lot of strange creatures for his life but for some reasons he hadn't manage to get familiar with the Yaut'ja. That and he has no desire to fight with the Hunter because it wasn't part of the mission and in case he and his new teammates won't hurry, they'll be buried here alive, as the outpost getting worse and worse. Ain't the best way to die.
In order to win a time to escape, the DMC operative attempted to check if the shock rifle has automatic fire mode. Sure, he was in doubt, as a rule, long-barreled rifles have either single or semi mode. Because as he supposed, the recoil of such weapons could be an issue for creatures with the size of him. And so he has held the trigger and nothing happened, as he expected. Instead, the rifle produced a sound which was getting louder and louder. And once Fel released the trigger to backfire, the rifle has launched a globe of purple, overheated plasma in the direction of the shooter, i.e. the Hunter. And combined with the EMP grenades, the globe should explode right in the face of the Hunter. Basically, the Turian had assumed, that in case the place would be overfilled with plasma, it should create an effect similar to EMP because of the nature of plasma. Luckily, Fixel' guys were having the required stuff so Fel didn't have to check his theory.
"Not a problem anymore, as you might be heard. We're heading to exit, Fox". Said Fel standing on his feet and run after the prisoners. Indeed, XIII didn't turn his comlink off during the firefight, so the Star Fox team should know now what was happening just a moment ago.
*** Corellia ***
"No problems. But I'd like to know what the ship is and why it was illegal?". Asked Ori in response. She was glad to help Viktor after everything he has done for her but knowing a little more details about the upcoming operation, it surely would help her to plan her actions. But besides that, Arashi just wanted to feel useful once again. Especially when Viktor mentioned Corneria. She had only good memories of the wonderful planet, hoping to visit it once again.
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*** Korriban ~ Valley of the Dark Lords ~ Aboard shuttle ***
Tristan watched as the Supreme Commander came aboard, along with the lady that he was with earlier, Lana. Tristan's eyes locked to her as she approached him, sitting herself next to him, the close proximity making Tristan's stomach twist into knots. Vulpines have a... particular weakness when it comes to humans. "H-hello, ma'am." The boys voice cracked, sounding as nervous as he looks, "I'm..."
The suddenly stops, catching himself. He needs to be careful not to let his real name slip.
"...Elliot. My name is Elliot." The tod finishes, his gaze up at the woman being a shy one, almost struggling to hold it.
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*** Coruscant Orbit ***
"Sending coordinates now," Daniels responded. "But you needn't shuttle down; those stations have their own shuttles that go from the station to the surface and back." There was a pause as transmissions were sent to the destination station, then Daniels asked, "Would you like the station to snare you in a tractor beam, help you in once you're close enough?"
"Yes we would." Damrosch said as he motioned for a few helmsman to change the course of the ship. He watched as the Coordinates reached the large starmap table that peered out through the bridge of the ship. The coordinates came in loud and clear, suprisingly similar to their own method of mapping. The ship was automatically directed towards the station as the smaller side thrusters helped nudge it in the right direction before stablizing and starting to move away from the Star Destroyer.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Alright, we’ll notify if we find anything. Grey, You wanna try to contact the folks holding the ship in that beam? Maybe they can assist in pinpointing where this signal may be coming from.” Damien said. He took his pistols out of their holsters and gripping them tight as the cylinders glowed with a magical hue. He looked at his brother nodding he was ready.
Katin acknowledged, turning to the rest.
“Right then, so if we end up finding this person sending the message we’ll try to subdue them. We’ll let you know if we happen upon anything else along the way. I wanna get out of this place and back on solid ground as soon as possible.” Katin said, “Admiral, you hold on out there for me. I still would like to meet with your superiors if I can to establish a greeting.” He said. He put his scythe away as it dissipated into eather. He rested a hand on the hilt of a sword under his cloak at his belt. He turned away and him and his brother ran off down the halls in search.
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*Torgus Prime*
Fayam growled. The ship didn't go down fast enough for his liking. He punched a code in the ship's computer, causing a big red button to pop up. He punched it down, and the ship reacted accordingly.
A nuclear torpedo was now on crash course with the big warship.
Anna, on the other hand, tried a different approach. She asked to the task force, “Can anyone of you try to hack that ship to lower its shield?"
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***Dagon’taan Spaceport (Outer/Pirate Ship)***
Ura looked from right to left, stared at his fist. ‘I’m running out of places to hide the bodies.’ he thought. His aura like a white shield around his fist scattered. Then Ura looked up at the ceiling blankly, he crouched, veins and definitive muscle braiding his legs.
He had to be a little over a kilometer from the surface when he launched. Ura left a crater in the floor, his body breaking through the roofing until just his head emerged from the flooring. Two aliens happened to be walking by, they looked at him and then each other.
“Um, this isn’t the captain’s quarters.” he continued, “ Say. You guys wouldn’t happen to know where it is?”
The Chimera Soldier lifted himself out of the cavity that cozily ensconced him. The two pirates focused on him readying their weapons.
Meanwhile:
In a chamber so dark you could barely see the hand in front of you a being filled with immeasurable power appeared from a wall of gelatinous substance.
“Sir. We have an enemy fighter aboard the ship. We don’t know how, but he’s managed to eliminate half the crew in a matter of minutes.”
“How did this devolved pissant get on my ship. I will take care of him myself.” the entity replied.
“We’ve grossly underestimated this species and-and..” the telepathic voice said but broke off short.
Ura had infiltrated their communications site and decimated everyone inside.
“Pittroupe. Pittroupe?”
-dead-
Additionally, as the pulse cannons, beams, and torpedos collided with the enormous ship Ura made his way deeper into the network of hallways.
Somewhere else inside the Pirate ship: two aliens frantically fingered the telecom for Pittroupe but to no avail.
“Where the Hell is he? We haven’t heard anything from him or Brilar!” one said.
“Don’t get your manikaka in a bunch Byorb. They’re the strongest on our home planet, second only to the king of the pirates!”
The disturbance from the weapon fire made Byorb swear under breath as he thumbed the com.
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*** Dagon’taan Spaceport (Outer/Pirate Ship) ***
The ships with the odd symbol continued their assault on the Pirate ship - and, as it happened, the DMC Battlegroup shifted fire on the Pirate ship, their Kadgeron-enhanced, varied weapons being easily capable of punching right through its shields and impacting on the hull. Indeed, every ship in the immediate vicinity started firing on the Pirate ship, though it was not clear why they all targeted the same ship.
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
The nuclear torpedo wouldn't do squat against the massive OAS Assault Carrier. In fact, it didn't even slow it down; it just kept charging.
On board the RRW Vulpes Umbra, the First Officer turned to Anna. "We can't hack their system, but we can fire a Tachyon Inversion Beam at the ship - all Romulan Republic Vessels come equipped with a Tachyon Inversion Beam; it will drain the power of a target vessel's shields, and render them useless, while at the same time streaming that power back into our systems."
"With all ships deploying the TIB at once, we could possibly take a huge chunk out of that ship's shields, and if our Klingon allies over there follow suit, we could knock out the shields altogether," agreed the Chief Science Officer.
"Covenant vessels don't have very strong hull armor; their shields are their primary defense. If we take out the shields, that ship will be easy prey," added the Chief Engineer.
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"I'll try and light your path to the signal source... stand by..." Steiner said over the channel. The lights flickered for a moment, then reactivated. "Follow the illuminated hallway; I've lit up the fastest path to the signal, avoiding damaged areas. Be on your guard, though; I'm getting ghost readings in that area, but sensors aren't picking up what it is."
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
There was a pause before Daniels came back: "Confirmed; Bay Control will tractor you in once you get close enough. Don't forget to check in with customs once you hit planetside. Captain Daniels out."
*** Coruscant ***
A lightsaber could be heard flaring with an audible snap-hiss! followed by a few moments of shouts and screaming, before the lightsaber de-activated and silence settled in over the area. K'Tath marched onto the bridge not long after, and started bringing the craft to life. "Where did you say you wanted to go? Tatooine?" he asked Cobalt.
*** Korriban ~ Valley of the Dark Lords ~ Aboard shuttle ***
"Well, Elliot... I'm impressed you survived Korriban. Regardless of how--" Lana began, but was cut off when Luro commented something in his native tongue. Lana turned her gaze to her superior officer. "That may be so, commander, but he's just a boy, and if what I sense is accurate, he's been through enough already; we shouldn't force the issue."
"And I'm not," Luro said in plain basic. "Regardless, young sir, unless you'd rather be elsewhere, we will let you stay on Odessen. PK will look after you, and if you need something, just say so. Okay?"
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
The blast disrupted the hunter's cloaking device, and it roared in anger, extending it's wrist blades and immediately making for Fel.
As it happened, Fel wouldn't have to fight the creature; a reverberating shot rang out, and on another level, an emerald-colored dragon with a High-Caliber Sniper Rifle (https://www.405th.com/forums/attachments/halo-3-rearsniperrifle-jpg.156443/) in his arms stood up. The shot had struck the Yaut'ja hunter dead in the center of his head and killed it instantly, dropping it to the deck like a rock. The Dragon nodded to Fel, as though a symbol of respect, checked something on a holographic panel that appeared from his gauntlet, then tapped in a command and was whisped away in a green light consistent with a transporter.
"Slippy to Fel, I just detected an unidentified transporter signal over there - did someone just beam out?" Came Slippy's Voice moments later.
*** Corellia ***
"It's a vastly-scaled up version of a Covenant RCS-Class Armored Cruiser - three times the size of the original model with numerous modifications and upgrades, some of which are heavily-regulated tech. Borg Transwarp Coils and such. Corellia Government Contact is letting us keep the ship if we're successful, and will have everything registered upon conclusion of this op. But we gotta hurry; there may be some more unscrupulous groups looking to get their hands on this ship," Viktor explained. Upon reaching the edge of the city, and the beginning of the surrounding wilderness, Viktor hunched over in a combat stance, taking out his RX Hybrid H7M3 (https://i.postimg.cc/hGpmMKg6/RX-Hybrid-H7-M3.jpg) and loading a fresh magazine. Looking back at Ori, he asked, "You sure you wouldn't rather have a rifle or something? I've got a few stored in my gauntlets' transporter buffers."
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
Malgus nodded. "Then we mobilize. I want to see Brottleheim ended, once and for all."
"Well, that's good. Finally took my advice, huh? And speaking of old Ani, how's he doing? Still coming to grips with being a grandpa?" Ahsoka joked.
*** Tigress’ Workshop, Dragon’taan ***
"You're not wrong," Vokun said, walking out of the workshop hoping Tybalt was in tow. "You'll likely need to spend some time in recovery, as well, getting used to your new body."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna frowned, confused. "What do you mean, this isn't Kira? Who the hell is it, then?" she asked, keeping a tight grip on the girl.
In the Manor, Kyle groggily answered the call from Tigress. "Tigress... you realize what time it is?" he asked.
*** Edge of Dragon'taan Space ***
But Vitani and her fire team didn't wait for the smoke to clear before they charged in, Disruptor Auto Rifles drilling anyone pointing a gun at them. Once the bridge was secure, Vitani deployed a counter-virus, which would bring the droids under her control, hopefully.
*** Sangheilos orbit ***
"Kaidon 'Vadam is busy at present, but has ordered a port for you open. Head down planetside to offload your cargo," replied a female Sangheili voice.
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
Garrus nodded, standing slowly. “McCullin, come on. We’ll prepare, and I’ll stake my cane on it; but I bet we’ve got enough soldiers to fake it.” The two left the center, headed for the military sector. They pulled everyone out into parade formations, and had the soldiers boarding transports.
The plan was simple; the southeast desert would make an excellent proving ground. Although the soldiers would have training kits equipped and only fire blanks, a few turns of a hex wrench and the switch of a magazine would have the entire Mongdrigan standing army locked and ready for combat.
Mechs of all shapes and sizes marched alongside the infantry, boarding the much larger vehicle transports. Ammunition for the mechs were fed through twin-feed autoloaders. One belt fed blanks, the other fed high-explosive dual-purpose shells of various calibers, depending on the gun. Energy weapons were set to only discharge plasma agitators and railgun plates. It’d be a lot of thunder but no lightning. But, as with the belt fed mechs, a single button would switch them from harmless noisemakers to big-wheeling death-dealing machines.
Only a few hours separated Malgus from his fight with Brottleheim. If unprepared, the reformed Sith Lord would hopelessly fall to the unyielding wrath of the walking apocalypse.
The panel McCullin had motioned to had stopped blinking. The message had stopped transmitting for the moment, it seemed.
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*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
"That all depends on if this PetaQ is aware of that!" Kay'pal replied. "We await your signal!"
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"I"M NOT INDIANA JOHNS DANGIT!" Nari growled as she and the commandos began to run out of the now collapsing ruins.
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Grey followed along with the two prices keeping them 'guarded'
*** Coruscant ***
Cobalt sighed "Why does everything have to be so messy? Yes I think the Jawa's on tatoonie will have the components I need, don't worry i'll pay." Cobalt replied.
** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"I think he's more focused on getting use to his rejuvinated body right now." Rex replied
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Umm h-her names Laleh."Amie sighed her head and ears drooping.
Laleh still struggled to get out of Anna's grasp
"Forgive me but you didn't sign on as the High general to relax all the time." Tigress joked. "But jokes aside, I'm trying to get into contact with your brother is he busy with his kid?"
** Edge of Dragon'taan Space ***
At this point there was no more reistance left any that was would be delt with by the reprogammed droids.
A B2 unit that wasn't completely disabled started to get up near Vitani aimed it's gun at her for one second then turned it off "Orders Ma'am?" it asked.
*** Sangheilos orbit ***
"Let him know I wish to speak with him when an opening becomes available, Shipmaster out!"
*** Corellia ***
"Well, damn Viktor you've been holding out on me, if we have had something like this back on.. 'she stopped and looked around....
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Heard, we’ll keep an eye out. If anything happens we’ll let you know.” Damien responded. The two followed down the hallways lit with the flickering lights. Keeping their wits about them, they stayed one in front of the other. Damien stayed in the forefront as he was physically stronger than his brother and Katin was great at his situational awareness.
“Say, where were those ghost signals located Steiner?” Katin asked over comms.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
"All right, thank you." The sooner he'd be able to tell the fox, the better. And that was the fox' name? Mathai... Mathey...
Mathayus.
Oh great, the weird voice inside the head was awake as well now!
Cut that out and get to the foyer.
Oh, that was a good point. On the weird voices' behalf, he headed up the ramp. Once he was up there, though, he stopped for a moment to look around. He hadn't explored the place yet, something he was almost dying to do, so he wasn't really sure where the foyer was. It had to be around somewhere though. Thinking that, his curiosity won from his doubt, and started to walk around. He still made sure not to stray too far off. The feral could only imagine how easy it would be to get lost inside this house... Great area for hide-and-seek though.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Indeed, Fel was about to shot into an unveiled enemy once he appeared. And as Turian expected, it was the first time he has encountered the Hunter, nor his cloaking technology. Is that kind of new Klingon troops, or what? Personal cloaking devices weren't something new for Fel, not at all. Just considering the place where it happens, it was logical to assume. However, the shot of an unknown gunslinger has taken XIII by surprise, and therefore Fel muttered swearings silently, but then realized, that the Dragon has come just about time. Thus Fel also nodded in response. Was it a DMC operative or Sohdakin' partner - now it didn't matter. The outpost was about to collapse entirely, and a massive rock fell from ceiling right on the Hunter has cut any possible chances to see who was behind the suit.
One of the prisoners made their way out of the Spire and waited on the surface. But it was a duck who was capable of flying and thus a giant hole on the floor wasn't an issue for him. But a dog with an injured frog - yes, they couldn't make it out of the ruins on their own. So once the trio reached the hole (which was quite large), Fel switched his nano suit mode into 'strength' mode and by grabbing a couple of anthros, performed a long jump, right to the entrance of the Spire and exited out upon the surface. And he has been glad to see the daylight once again. Course, he had heard Slippy' question during the Hunter rage, but because of the sudden activity of the dragon, couldn't pronounce a single word. His mind wasn't in proper condition.
"Yes. It was a dragon, I think, and he killed a thing that wanted to kill me or someone from the team. Fox, if you hear me, I'm out of the Spire with the datacron. Alongside three unknown for me subjects and prisoners. You would better look it on your own or invite Wulf himself.". Dranghyr reported, watching as the outpost slowly destroying itself once Nari, Fixel, and others were outside of the Spire. The worst has been over, and the only thing now is to wait for CDF transport and Fox himself. Or Wulf. Then he gives away the damned datacron in the hands of CDF and goes somewhere else.
*** Corellia ***
"Nah... As I said before, my suit is the weapon itself. I'll show you what does it means once we start". Ori answered and looked into Viktor' eyes. Course, since Arashi was in her warframe, the only thing Viktor could see, is a shapeless form which was the suit' helmet. It also masked her tone with which one she has spoken, but Viktor may sense, that the girl wasn't joking. She was on the planet' surface, and hence, she doesn't need any of firearms. At least for now as the entire planet was on her side.
*** Korriban ~ Valley of the Dark Lords ~ Aboard shuttle ***
When Luro mentioned PK, the cyborg reminded about his presence. Course, he also was listening anything the trio has been talking but didn't consider to interrupt as he had nothing to say. He was just a killing machine which wasn't supposed to think about orders or evaluate them. He hasn't such a module. He has been designed to execute what he has been told. And for the time of being in the operating state, his orders were always of anything but centered around hunting and killing. Sometimes finding something useful. But protecting someone... that's gonna be a brand new experience for him. Especially because Elliot was a kid. Just a kid who is soon going to be Peacekeeper' priority target and 9T9 going to be his bodyguard, and... maybe something better. Or a toy.
"Question: shall I make corrections now and set Elliot as my primary objective to protect him daily?". Said the cyborg with his electronic voice watching on the trio. Course, PK was a machine rather than a living creature. But since the machine has brains and human' heart, PK has just experienced something that he never had before - feelings. For cyborgs, it's malfunctioning, but... not for PK.
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*** Coruscant Orbit ***
There was a pause before Daniels came back: "Confirmed; Bay Control will tractor you in once you get close enough. Don't forget to check in with customs once you hit planetside. Captain Daniels out."
The Ragnosian ship slowly pulled itself to the Docking Bay. They eventually got into the range of docking bay tractor beam. Komisar Damrosch prepared himself as he motioned for the Marines in the ship to prepare the ship's hangars
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*** Korriban ~ Valley of the Dark Lords ~ Aboard shuttle ***
"A-Alright, I-I will stay... with you. I-I have nowhere else to go, anyway." Tristan could tell them, an edge of sadness on that last part, before he adds, "And you are giving me your..." Tristan pauses, glances at the machine, and looks back, "...droid? I-I don't know the first thing about keeping a droid."
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***Dagon’taan Spaceport (Outer/Pirate Ship)***
“He’s getting closer Byorb!” said Alien 1.
They stared into the holographic security system. There walls were made of piping which covered the whole ship like a network of veins. Ura was making his own path through the walls with ease. From this angle the hallway Byrob and Alien 1 were watching seemed to slope downward.
The Chimera Soldier’s outline appeared from the cloud of rubble. Byorb searched the control console.
“Flesh Brain. If you stop now we’ll let you leave.” Byorb stated over the intercom.
Ura paused, looked around and then stared at the camera.
“To tell you the truth I’m lost.” he replied.
“Really? So if we tell you where the exit is you’ll leave?”
“Sure.”
“Take the first left.”
Ura grinned evilly. So if they want me to go this way, they must be over in this direction. He went right and continued down the hallway until it dead ended at a huge pair of metal doors.
“No, NO! Your Left!” Byorb squealed.
Ura channeled the aura in his body to his left arm, made a fist and crushed the door (see reference -art by me-). The timing was important of course, since the aura needed to be released at just the right moment to depress the doors.
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*Torgus Prime*
As soon as he saw his torpedo fail, his eyes went wide open and his beak dropped. "How could it..." he started, still not believing his strongest weapon was useless.
Anna growled and she looked clearly annoyed. "Really?! You could've said that sooner! Synchronise those inversion beams, and drain that ship, pronto!"
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*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
The Romulan fleet under Anna's command all fired Tachyon Inversion Beams at the massive warship, and it began draining the ship's shields at an incredible rate. Several Klingon ships followed suit, and the OAS Assault Carrier's shields were drained at an extraordinary rate, and within ten seconds, the shields were gone. The IKV Terror Wing was the first to take advantage, firing a spread of Transphasic Torpedoes followed by a hail of Disruptors.
*** Dagon’taan Spaceport (Outer/Pirate Ship) ***
While Ura went about slaughtering everything that moved inside the pirate vessel, the vessel itself was being shot to hell by several DMC and other attacking ships. Shields would be useless against the DMC Kadgeron weaponry, and the XII vessels didn't let up on their attack.
Yet another Warship (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/9/95/Lucrehulk_battleship_TCW.jpg/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/2000?cb=20090311015214) with the same red XII logo appeared, and began launching boarding craft.
*** Valley of the Dark Lords, Korriban ***
"It would be a good idea," Luro told PK. With everyone aboard, the shuttle closed its doors, pressurized the cabin, and began liftoff. Lana remained next to Tristan as Luro spoke to her, "Is there anything new on those... 'Majestic 12' rebels we keep getting reports about?"
"Negative, Commander," Lana replied. "I'm still waiting to hear back from my contact. She went radio-silent a week ago."
Luro hummed in thought. "Hope she wasn't discovered. If the escaped prisoner we found last month is to be believed..."
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
The orbital station snared the ship in a tractor beam, and guided it to a vacant docking bay. A computerized voice on the Ragnosian ship would greet them, "Welcome to Coruscant."
*** Coruscant ***
"Right..." K'Tath sighed, as the ship began to lift off. It rose above the bay, and assuming Cobalt was seated, rocketed into the sky. K'Tath engaged the cloaking device as he ascended, and began plotting a course for Tatooine as he navigated the orbiting ships. "As it happens, our next stop was Tatooine - rumor has it, an Eternal Fleet vessel was there, and might still be. If we can access its computers, we might get a lead on the Eternal Katana Fleet."
*** Corellia ***
It would seem like hours that the trio was traversing the Corellian countryside, before coming to their objective - a massive, heavily-modified, vastly-upgraded, six-kilometer-long RCS-Class Armored Cruiser (https://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/12/11043/1_-_yCXQBqq.jpg). The ship was sitting as close to the ground as it could, to avoid being spotted by the Corellian Defense Forces. Viktor immediately went into his gauntlet systems and materialized a small device - which he promptly planted in the ground - and a pair of macrobinoculars. He peered through them as the device powered up, and saw immediate opportunity.
"Hmm... enemy presence on the ground is surprisingly light. I'm beginning to think they felt they wouldn't be discovered here," he said quietly. He tapped Ori and indicated the device in the ground. "This will disable their droid forces until we shut it off, so all we'll need to do is eliminate the pirates. We'll need to reach the bridge, then upload a program into the systems there that will turn over control of the droid crew to us. Weapons ready, safeties off." He put away the binoculars and readied his rifle, and it was then that the device emitted a low humming sound.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"Wulf is already on his way," Fox responded. "He's bringing transports for prisoners and refugees. Come back to the MCC, we'll talk there till he arrives."
"Just a heads-up, Fel," Slippy chimed in, "We may want to take that Datacron to Dragon'taan - they have better facilities to decrypt the information there. I suggested this to the General, and he said he'll get back to us when he can."
*** Tigress’ Workshop, Dragon'taan ***
"No, not unstable - but I imagine it'll take a while for you to get used to your new body," Vokun said as he boarded a transport bound for his lab. "Happens with anyone getting a new body. I, myself, had to get used to new strength years ago after I cured myself of Force Walking Sickness. Nasty business."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus wealked out before Michen, and spotted him. "Ah. Mother told me you wanted to see me. Is everything alright?" he spoke to Michen.
"Not... really, why?" Kyle asked, scratching behind his ear.
"Leylah?" Anna repeated, looking between the squirming child and Amie. "How long has she been here?"
***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"In the vicinity of the signal," Steiner answered. "I can't localize it. You might be able to see it. Alternatively, I can pull a localized Tachyon burst and see if that helps, if this is what I think it is."
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
But Malgus was prepared. A Sith, any Sith - especially an ex-Sith like Malgus, who had seen countless battles and survived them - was always prepared for a fight. He would let his opponent come to him. And when the time came, strike him down. But not for the sake of Sith Nature - not this time. This time, it was to protect a world from a terrible creature. Something even old Jedi Master Bellator would admire.
"Oh, so Skyguy finally got around to doing that, did he?" Ahsoka chuckled. "Regardless, what brings you here? I'd have figured you'd be with Anakin right now."
*** Edge of Dragon'taan Space ***
"Secure the ship - every compartment," Vitani commanded. She looked to one of her fire team. "Get a line to that Kylie fellow - let him know the mission is a success." The crewman nodded, and set to work.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
Thel was roused from his sleep next to his wife when the comms went off. His wife didn't show signs of having been awakened, so Thel rolled out of bed and answered it. "'Vadam here," he murmured.
"Apologies for waking you, Kaidon, but a Shipmaster Kyva wishes to speak to you," responded a female Sangheili voice. Thel sighed.
"Very well. Direct him to the keep; I'll meet him in the courtyard," he said. He then rose, dressed, and headed for the Courtyard.
Kyva would receive a message directing him to the same location.
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*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
The rest of the klingons joine in as well , some fireing hybrid plasma disruptor weapons
--Terror wing--
"Wow those ships are using Hybrid Plasma disruptor weapons, Can we get some of that?" Flier asked as she sat at her station monitoring the action.
** Coruscant ***
"I've been meaning to ask you about that... this Eternal fleet." Cobalt began head hung low as she spoke.
*** Corellia ***
"My mouth doesn't need to be warmed up to be used." Spyra said as she snorted smoke out of her nostrils...
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"This better not take long i've spent too much time here already." Nari grumbled as she followed along with Fel.
*** Tigress’ Workshop, Dragon'taan ***
"I think he wanted to speak with me, could you get him on the line for me, please?"
** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Ummm...Only a month or more." Amie blushed..."She's been staying in the guest house and i've been 'smuggling' food to her." Amie replied telling the truth.
*** Edge of Dragon'taan Space ***
"Yes Ma'am." the B2 said walking off to fulfill it's orders
*** NCC Space Galatae ***
Kylie awoke from bed when something on the end table rang waking him up, he picked up and replied "Yeah NCC Galatae here."the Blue fox said groggily.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
Kyva was already half way to the courtyard by the time he got the message, he headed down to the surface via a grav lift and waited for Thel there.
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***Dagon’taan Spaceport (Outer/Pirate Ship)***
(for visual reference to this post please see attached photo -art by me)
The doors when they caved in came crashing down on several aliens killing them instantly. A thick grey smoke cascaded over the damaged weapons console. Ura walked casually through the smoke, his powerful aura propelling the cloud around him.
Past where the doors had fallen there was a walkway which lead to the center of the weapons alcove. Byorb and Alien 1 were due ahead. It was a spherical room with a holographic control panel that span the whole area.
“Where’s your captain?” he asked plainly.
Byorb shuddered; opened and closed his mouth anxiously. The distressed air around Ura blew their hair as he approached them.
He continued. “If you tell me I may let you live.”
The aliens looked at each other and then at him, they nodded solemnly. Byorb pointed in the direction of the teleporter.
His power is INCREDIBLE! I’ve never known a being to put off so much peril! Alien 1 thought.
Little did they know Ura was subjecting them to his ‘Malice’ via envelop. The act of releasing one’s intent on others, allowing them to feel your thoughts. Ura used this technique to subdue or paralyze weak opponents.
The Chimera Soldier headed to the transporter, his tail flickering impishly.
“He’ll destroy you.”
Ura smiled slightly under the tangled mess of his white hair. The battle was still raging outside and getting worse. He could barely hear them say: “We have a ship attempting to board us!”
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
A security official approached Ahsoka and Rex, delivering a crisp salute. “Lady Ahsoka and guest, would you prefer to watch the battle from the remote terminals, or from the command line?” After a few seconds he glanced at Malgus before continuing. “Or would you wish to join the battle? I’m sure Lord Malgus would enjoy your company.”
A young trainee scientist approached Malgus, clipboard in paw. “My Lord, we’ve finished your field suit. A prototype, but it should restore your connection to the Force, although temporary.” He looked over his notes as he continued. “It’ll help against tiberium exposure, deflect low-energy lasers and plasma bolts. Brottleheim’s crew should ignore you, honorable combat and all, but it’s better safe than sorry.”
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
"Roger. Give me a moment, and I'll be on my way". Fel reported and was about to move to his 'Locust' speeder. In general, the operation is concluded for the most part as the primary objective is achieved, and it was a time to get back home. Then get some rest and back to work again. And the best part of all this was a trip to Dragon'taan. He hadn't been there quite a while, so revisit the place was a great opportunity to get an even better job. But as Nari was next to him, the Turian couldn't just go away without a word. It would seem not polite as respect to your partners is a thing, which Fel learned during various missions and his training. "I've gotten what I need, and at the present moment, I think our ways may drift apart. On behalf of Corneria Defences Forces, I'd like to thank you for assistance during the important mission. And I'm sure one day we'll meet again. Can I have your names, people?".
*** Corellia ***
The ship design' before eyes of the trio wasn't much by Ori feel of taste. Yes, as every Orokin, she still has a sense of perfectionism and the ship design' hurts her that feeling. Not as strong as it would be in a case if she could be a typical Orokin. She wanted to forget the sense as it has no practical usage and most of the time it interferes. But the only thing she could do is merely reduce its impact on her personality, yet it didn't go away entirely. Now Ori was hoping that the Cruiser functionality was way better than its design. Before she was able to say a single word, her gaze shifted its focus on the device Viktor had pointed. And it made her curious as she was unsure what the wolf wanted.
"So you want to disable droids and save them in one piece? Am I right? Because I've no problem with mass destruction, let alone disabling 'copperheads'". Ori asked in hope to figure out things before the upcoming firefight.
*** Korriban orbit ***
The cyborg did what the large Sangheili said. In a couple of seconds, PK has set Tristan as his primary target to protect, and after his database reconfiguration, PK was ready to continue his new duty. Still, he was a machine designed to search and kill (bad people as a rule). So upon arrive on Odessen, 9T9 decided to ask Oggurobb to replace his frost manipulation abilities with something, that might fit better for protections needs. Like healing, while PK' combat abilities (jetpack and lightsabers wielding) could remain.
"Statement: database is updated. Protection mode is on. PK waits for further instructions". Cyborg reported and then proceeded to the HoloNet console. Afterward, he connected a data cable with a socket on his pelvis and uploaded everything he knew about the Sith library on Korriban, and sent to the UIA as he should. And for now, his task list was empty (but the global objective remains).
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***Qo'nos Orbit***
The Endeavor dropped out of warp near Qo'nos Orbit. Weaver's scanners had picked up a distant anomalous signal, but he lacked the supplies to continue the journey. Qo'nos was nearby, and since he had never visited, thought he'd see if they were accepting any kind of visitation, or at the very least, resupply. The second closest place would have to involve a bit of backtracking and wasted time. It was his fault in the end for not watching his fuel gauge. That and somehow getting lost. He still wasn't sure how he managed to pull that one off.
Weaver opened up his comms to a public channel, "Hello, this is the Endeavor. Requesting permission to dock planetside," he wasn't sure if that was the proper procedure. No matter how many times he had done it, he was never confident. Was Qo'nos even the correct place to be attempting a landing?
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*** Qo'nos Orbit ***
"Endeavor, this Qo'nos Orbital Traffic Control - all planetside docking bays are full. There is one docking hatch on the Ty'go'kor Orbital station, however - I would advise you claim it if you intend to head planetside," came the gruff voice of a Female Klingon.
*** Corellia ***
"I don't doubt it, sweetheart, but we'll need a crew for a ship that big; and a droid crew will be one we neither have to feed nor pay," Viktor said. He activated the device, and it emitted a low, pulsing hum, disabling the droids as Viktor started into the clearing and moved from cover to cover as the pirates stared in bewilderment at their now-motionless droids.
*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
Fox and his team waited for Fel to arrive, discussing in the meantime what exactly a Yaut'ja Hunter was doing in the fleet spire, let alone a Tal Shiar outpost. And that was not considering what was on that datacron that they were trying to protect.
*** Harrower-IV DN (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars-exodus/images/f/f0/HarrowerMKII.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20141204211155) Glorious Victory, Korriban orbit ***
The shuttle landed in the hangar of Luro's flagship some time after leaving Korriban. Luro was the first up out of his seat. "Lana, PK... escort mister Elliot to my quarters; PK, see to it the boy is well fed and cared for. I'll be on the bridge." He marched off as the shuttle's boarding ramp lowered, the honor guard saluting him as he passed.
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"Of course - I shall wear such armor in this battle," Malgus agreed.
"I would join Lord Malgus' fight, but is he willing to allow that?" Ahsoka added.
***Dagon’taan Spaceport (Outer/Pirate Ship)***
The boarding craft would reach the Pirate Ship's hull, and begin drilling into it, boring into the ship's corridors. When the corridors were breached, BX-series Commando Droids were deployed, who began spreading out into the halls and shooting literally anything that moved that wasn't one of them.
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
Its shields gone, the OAS Assault Carrier began taking a beating. The shields were its best defense, which left the hull plating lacking, and it was hull plating that was not fortified against Disruptor attacks. It fired Pulse Lasers and Plasma Torpedoes at its attackers, trying to fend them off long enough to turn around and leave - but at this point, a DMC Battle Fleet had dropped out of Translight speed and cut off its escape. They immediately opened up with a volley of Kadgeron Mass Driver Cannons.
*** IKV Terror Wing ***
"Less talk, more rock!" Rhea growled, barking something in Klingon to one of her crewmen. The Terror Wing sent a pair of Transphasic Torpedoes at the OAS' main hangar.
*** Coruscant ***
"What's wrong?" K'Tath asked.
*** Approaching Military Enclave, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh, of course," Vokun responded to Tybalt. "I just don't want you to hurt your new body just as you get it."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle closed his eyes, reaching out to his elder brother, but then opening up to say, "Mathayus has been called to another matter, but he'll be with you as soon as he can."
Anna frowned. "But where did she come from? And how did she find this place?" she asked.
*** NCC Space Galatae ***
"This is Commander Vitani reporting mission success," came Vitani's voice.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
Thel approached moments later. "Kyva... I trust you justify waking me at this hour with news of profound value?" Thel growled, half-irritatedly, half-jokingly.
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*** Corellia ***
"Would you hurry up then?" Spyra growled, not knowing anything about droids or technology....
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"Indeed, we would not want to anger the grand leader, if he were to not want our presence." Rex replied affirming Ashoka's comment.
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
"What do you want me to do go out there into space and cut a hole in the ship?" Flier growled back...
*** Coruscant ***
Cobatl frowned "What will you do with me, then?" She asked.. "Will you leave me alone with the Eternal fleet?" She continued "I read my file... I know what they made me for..."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"have him call me when he's available." Tigress responded, looking around for anything needing done.
"I dunno RyuKanan never told me where he found her" Amie replied. "All he told me was they came from the same planet, he wasn't very open about what happened either."
*** NCC Space Galatae ***
"Ahh i see so umm you should have the coordinates to send the luckrehulk too in your mission breifing.." Kylie explained "If you want you can keep the droids and any cargo on the ship, my quatermaster already has refits and other things figured out for it."
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
I apologize for the earliness, Kaidon ,but i just got back with some upgrades from Tigress to your remote arc-170's and some further upgrades to the dropships and mechs." Kyva explained repsectfully kneeling.
***Corneria***
Nari and the rest of the NCC team (Fixel and the commados followed Fel out of the ruins and to Starfox, Nari herself could speed up the progress if they'd let her take the Datacron something she kinda grumbled about as they walked..
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***Dagon’taan Spaceport (Outer/Pirate Ship)***
(For reference to this post see attached photo -art by me-)
Ura entered the gateway. It teleported him to the captain’s chamber. The gateway was like some sort of terrible black pool of tar, rippling when he came and went. The room which he was take to was much larger than those previously.
He stepped onto the third stair when a voice risen from the depths below.
“What is this tick doing on my doorstep? You will drown in the pool of your own blood for desecrating this ship with your filth.”
Ura made a circle with his index finger and thumb. He peaked through them at the Alien using his Aura. The behemoth of a monster approached him. Teeth so sharp and ugly they reminded Ura of icicles hanging from a roof gutter. Thump, thump. It came nearer and nearer until the shadow completely engulfed Ura.
“Such a shame you’ve come to far only to DIE!” he exclaimed.
One of it’s arms came slamming down obliterating the transporter and the stairs. Ura evaded the lethal blow. Again it swung at him, it’s arms twice the size of Ura’s torso devastated whatever happened to be in the way.
The Alien stood head and shoulders taller than Ura, it’s eyes a red menacing glow bared down on him. Ura dodged twice, three and four times.
“Pathetic! How long will you run away you little worm?”
The Chimera Soldier rose from a crouched position, came towards the Alien. His intentions unclear but certain to him alone.
“Have you finally accepted your fate?” the Alien huffed.
[Removed]
“Damn, still too much.” Ura thought.
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*** Qo'nos Orbit ***
"That busy? Er... yeah. I'd like that docking spot," Weaver said, "am I clear to head in when I get there?"
The Endeavor began to move towards the direction of the Ty'go'kor Orbital Station.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen looked at Mathayus and nodded. "Yeah, I'm fine." He still seemed to be a bit nervous. "I just remembered something that might be important..." The feral sat down in front of the fox. He was silent for a while, looking for the right words to explain the situation.
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*** Coruscant Orbit ***
The orbital station snared the ship in a tractor beam, and guided it to a vacant docking bay. A computerized voice on the Ragnosian ship would greet them, "Welcome to Coruscant."
A few armed Ragnos soldiers stepped out as Komisar Damrosch moved past them, His boots echoing with each step as the soldiers examined their surroundings through their life-saving oxygen masks that they needed due to their strange native atmosphere. They were all about 6'5 to 6'8.
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
The young scientist waved at the door, and a pair of handymen wheeled in a hermetically sealed container, a glass panel on the front revealing the black armor inside. They set up the container and began tapping away on a keypad. The container unfolded, unfurling the armor. A set of robotic limbs prepared to put the armor on Malgus.
The armor itself was black, accented by glowing green veins that ran across its surface. The suit was a few inches taller than Malgus, something akin to the UNSC Mjolnir armor.
The security officer smirked. “Hey, the more the merrier, right?”
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“What exactly are you thinking it is Steiner?” Katin asked over the comms. As they ran down the halls Damien came to a stalwart halt. Putting his hand out to stop his brother. Before them was a dark hallway and something could be heard in front of them in the darkness.
“Kat, something is over there and I’m not sure what...Steiner, what is that Tachyon burst gonna show us?” Damien asked.
(Going to be flying to Alaska tomorrow! Wish me a good flight!)
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*Torgus Prime*
Anna smiled. The ship would undoubtedly not last long under this kind of fire. She said, "Looks like it's gonna be messed up soon. When it falls, return to original plan and give air support planetside."
Fayam went into overdrive, firing all his weapons until they could no more. He blatantly ignored the heat warnings, followed suit by ammo warnings. Only when the ship critically overheated and forced cooldown, its guns rested.
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*** Fleet Spire ruins, Corneria ***
So, Nari with her team, has decided to follow Fel. Very well. The Turian didn't mind it as long as Nari won't bring any troubles. And Dranghyr was pretty sure they might occur once Wulf appears, who should be already here, as CDF HQ wasn't too far from here. To make things faster, XIII approached the APC where StarFox and his team have been since the start of the operation. And now Fox' team could fear nothing as Tal Shiar forces were defeated this time.
"Fox, open up. We have things to discuss. And where Wulf is?". Fel said after he had lightly banged three times the side of the vehicle. Strange, but that dragon who suddenly appeared from nowhere down in ruins wasn't on the surface. The Turian was wondering what could happen with him.
*** Corellia ***
Viktor didn't need to tell her twice; she got him from the first time. Minimal mass destruction, maximum accuracy as a measure to prevent the damage of ship' equipment and its hull. Lives of her teammates was also a thing to consider. Not her cup of tea, but in the name of her lovely wolf, Ori would do anything. And once droids were disabled, the Orokin female resolved to surprise and confuse the pirates even more. She made several steps ahead of her, jumped in front and using the air control abilities, has flown right into the cargo bay of the ship on high speed, forcing some of the bad guys to fall to the ground because of the dense wind speed produced by Ori' ability.
She ended up smashing a guy into the chest with her head and throwing him away on several yards from her landing point, knocking him out (because she broke his abdomen and ribs along with his internal organs). The guy hasn't even screamed; all happened too fast for him. Such trick has drawn the attention of most pirates, as they opened fire into her direction, forcing her to duck behind crates into the cargo bay. Then she grabbed the boomstick of knocked guy and engaged into a firefight with the rest of space corsairs. But this is what she wanted; it was her plan. Now Spyra and Viktor have gotten good chances to turn this place into a shooting gallery as the pirates were disoriented completely.
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*** Outside Fleet Spire Ruins, Corneria ***
"Wulf will be here in ten minutes," Fox responded once Fel would get into the APC. "Talk to me - what happened in there?"
"And that transporter signature I picked up just before the spire collapsed - did you see who it was?" Slippy added.
"One step at a time, Slippy," Farah said. She looked to Fel. "Start from the beginning. I'm recording this so we can have a detailed report to give Wulf when he arrives."
"Yeah, once we report the results to Wulf, our job is done, we get paid... then look for the next op," Fox sighed. "But with that Datacron... I suspect our escapades with you have only just begun. Like Farah said - start from the beginning. What happened in there?"
*** Corneria Orbit ***
The dragon had gotten what he came for. Now it was time to leave. In orbit, beyond the dark side of the planet, a sleek, strange warship (https://gamepedia.cursecdn.com/sto_gamepedia/7/78/Ship_Variant_-_ROM_-_Morrigu_Heavy_Warbird_%28T6%29.png?version=5173931a4b7464060f1c4509afd1e91f) de-cloaked and went to warp, the heading putting it on a course for the Hobus System.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser Landing Site, Corellia ***
And open up on the pirates, Viktor did, laying into them with his assault rifle as he moved from cover to cover. These pirates would be more than a match for CorSec, maybe - or commoners. But not seasoned a seasoned warrior like Ori or experienced militant like Viktor, let alone a deadly dragon like Spyra. The kicker was, the pirates were fewer in number than Viktor had anticipated; most of them were aboard the ship, and with Ori engaging them, they were so distracted tat they never saw Viktor's assault as he took out pirates on the ground and boarded the ship. Hoping Spyra was still in tow, Viktor went to link up with Ori.
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
And Anna was correct - the massive vessel was in trouble - so much so that it tried to turn and flee. But one of Fayam's attacks scored a lucky hit and took out the engines. "Captain, if I could make a suggestion... with that ship's shields down and her engines disabled, we could board the ship and access the central computer. It may tell us where the Capellans are operating from," the First Officer suggested.
"That kind of information would prove valuable to allied command, and they could ensure the Capellans are unable to launch an incursion like this elsewhere," the tactical officer agreed. "Not to mention the bonus information like that fetches for mercs who find it."
"What's the status of the ground forces?" Rhea asked her sister over the sounds of the battle.
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"If that thing is what I think it is, the tachyon burst will disrupt whatever cloaking device it has active," Steiner reported. "Stand by..." Moments later, there was a static-like flash of blue, and a strange creature (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/f2/43/c8/f243c8d778c841b7df39c5b529304429.jpg) appeared from what was a subtle, ghostly shimmer. It roared in agitation, but strangely, did not make any hostile movement toward the brothers. In fact, after a few moments, it inclined its head, as though curious, and even retracted it's wrist blades and crouched next to a dead body of a Romulan, as though examining it. It beckoned the brothers closer, and even managed to utter in a guttural voice, "Come... here... must... show."
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
Malgus inspected the armor, then turned to those who brought it before him. "Anything I should know about it?"
"Perhaps," Ahsoka said, "But Lord Malgus is on command here, so it's really up to him whether I join up or not."
*** Coruscant Orbital Station Delta ***
The denizens of the station seemed not to mind the Ragnosian soldiers here, like it was an everyday occurrence. In fact, a young fennec - no more than his early twenties - dressed in uniform, approached the group. "Good morning, sirs! Might inquire what brings you here?" he asked.
*** Edge of Coruscant system ***
"I'm not leaving you anywhere, sweetheart," K'Tath responded. "I want you to stay by my side. I've been alone among the stars for too long."
*** Qo'nos Orbit ***
"Affirmative," the controller said. "Welcome to Qo'nos." The Ty'go'kor station would seem to get bigger as Weaver approached it, but what was more interesting was the fleet in orbit. It would seem like there was a long line to get down planetside, but this wasn't really the case. Ever since the Iconian War, the Klingons have been ever-vigilant - almost to the point of paranoia, some would say.
*** Pirate Ship, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The commando droids would spread out into the corridors, taking out what pirates remained. They seemed especially intent on securing the ship, though it was not clear why. The Lucrehulk Battleship began firing ion cannons at the Pirate ship - uncharacteristic for a ship like the Lucrehulk, which would imply they wanted the Pirate ship intact. The DMC vessels shifted fire to the Lucrehulk. Whatever they were after, the DMC was gonna ensure they didn't get it.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Take your time, pal," Mathayus assured Michen.
Anna looked between the girl and Amie. "Why didn't you say something?" she asked.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"I see," Thel said. "And have you any reports on the other matter? The Capellans?"
*** NCC Space Galatae ***
"Affirmative - setting course," Vitani responded. "I didn't catch you at a bad time, did I?"
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** RCS Armored Cruiser Landing Site, Corellia ***
"Persistent aren't they?" Spyra replied sarcastically as she kept up with viktor.
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"I'm with Ashoka on that, it's ultimately up to the Grand leader and not us, if he wishes for us to assist him we will otherwise we will respect his abilities." Rex replied
*** Edge of Coruscant system ***
"So you say ,but you don't know why I was Created." Cobalt replied letting out a sigh.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I was waiting on Krystal or her staff to find any traces of her origin before i told you i though it'd be better if I knew where she came from" AMie sighed.. "Drake once gave me a chance... Why can i not give her a chance?" the red vixen asked motioning toward Lelah.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"Capellans? You mean House Liao, of the Inner Sphere?" Kyva asked.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Damien initially jumped back with his pistols drawn as the creature uncloaked itself. “What the F-“ Katin slapped a hand over his brother’s mouth to silence him. Noticing that it was calm and beckoning them over to the corpse. Katin took gentle steps forward.
In a hushed tone Damien questioned his brother. “Are you out of your mind? That thing had a blade as long as our arm, coming from its arm!”
“Yes, but it seems that it has more to show us than violence. Steiner...I’m guessing you know what this creature is?” He asked as he arrived before the dead Romulan and knelt before it with the creature. He carefully began examining the dead body for any strange signs. Damien walked up carefully to stand behind his brother keeping an eye on whatever was in front of them.
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*** Qo'nos Orbital Station ***
Weaver guided his ship gently into the docking bay, making sure to note the seemingly long line of vessels. It seemed a bit like overkill from his perspective, but he wasn't fully aware of how much damage the Iconian war had done. Maybe this was very much warranted. As he once heard, it's not paranoia if everyone really IS out to get you. Once landed, he exited his vessel, taking in the view of the station. New places were exciting, if perhaps overwhelming. It was easy to get homesick for Weaver.
(Just for clarification, Weaver doesn't look like my profile picture. I meant it more as an emblem. He's very much humanoid.)
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*** Outside Fleet Spire Ruins, Corneria ***
"Good. Because this is going to be a long story. Hopefully, I can do it before Wulf appears.". Fel said being a little wondered, that Nari hasn't said anything. Then he put his helmet off, revealing his avian-like face. For now, the grey alien could enjoy the smell of fresh air. The reason of his wondering was quite simple - Nari was inside the ruins together with him, and the Turian thought that she might ask some questions first as she got involved in the middle of the operation, but the NCC operative didn't. Dranghyr didn't insist tho', so he decided to start his report. "Although some strange dragon wanted to kill me for unknown for me reasons outside of the Spire, the start of the operation had started pretty smooth I'd say. I've successfully infiltrated inside the ruins and the outpost itself. There I managed to download some encrypted data and got the outpost schema. So after the deal with Datacron is concluded, I need to visit Dragon'taan as the data I retrieved may contain something important. But once I was able to reach the reactor room, the same dragon who tried to shoot me down, fall on me when a Romulan security officer and I were about to fight. I needed to open the door to the reactor control panel, so I needed her key. But I got her face instead. Regardless, the dragon asked me some strange question like what I was doing here. The same question the NCC operative asked behind me. As you probably know, I always abide by every single word of the plan during such operations and have no excuses when someone appears in that way. Given the circumstances, I needed their assistance, so I hadn't to kill them because no one said to me that there would be someone else by my side. And this is where another question occurs - who knew about the operation except the CDF and me? But in all in all, the operation finished rather better than I expected; I've gotten the Datacron, and those prisoners had been set free because they weren't initially part of the operation. The rest you know. And that's all."
*** RCS Armored Cruiser Landing Site, Corellia ***
Once the pirates got split into two fronts, fighting with them became much easier. Ori didn't even need to use her abilities; otherwise, her defensive options would damage the ship. Her warframe didn't have any classical protective measures as an energy shield of deflectors, because all energy, that suit has had, was directed on the abilities. The weapon she grabbed from the dead guy was accurate enough to slowly and precisely take down a few bad guys as Viktor and Spyra were doing that as well. The weapon in her hands was a link gun produced by gun-making company "Riordan Industries" bought by Czerka Arms five years ago. And once Viktor and Spyra got inside the cargo bay, Ori wanted to push a button on a wall, and the bay could be shut. However, outside of the cruiser were droids, needed to move here first. But her position was is that amount of droids inside the ship could be enough to pilot the cruiser and maybe even more.
"If you could accept the lost a couple of copperheaded, I'd suggest leaving the system now until more of those pirates will arrive." Said the female Orokin providing covering fire.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen sighed. "Well, you see... I was not the only one who was in my situation... I met someone else on the shuttle flight who said she'd been through the same situation I had. An other feral big cat." Right after telling that to Mathayus, Michen immediately realised that if that was the case, the problem he was in might be a lot bigger than he had originally thought. Having that information, he appeared to be a bit spooked by what he just said.
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
The scientist nodded. “A few things. Firstly, though it will stop most energy weapons and a few ballistics, it’ll feel like getting hit with a sledgehammer. Secondly, the amplifier will boost your powers, but the comedown might be...rough.” At this, the scientist lowered his head submissively. “I’m sorry Lord, we don’t have any Force attuned test subjects. Thirdly, the suit is powered, so you’ll find your movements faster and stronger.”
The security officer nodded. “‘Course, ‘course. I’ll ask the Lord.” He shuffled quickly and quietly over to Malgus, waited for the scientist to stop talking, and spoke. “M’Lord? Your guest and her extra are willing to fight with us. Would you allow this?”
*Mongdrigo, Staging Area*
The last superlifter departed the area, headed for the desert to the south. There, the first ship’s passengers began to set up a combat control center.
At the staging area, a sleek black transport waited for Malgus, the crew dressed in their best combat regalia. They were his Honor Guard, the best trained combat veterans the Mongdrigans had.
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*Torgus Prime*
Fayam couldn't keep his head when he saw he disabled an engine. He cheered and tried doubling down on the attack, but this proved impossible given he was already going at full power. If he would have known about the information bonus, he would've shot everyone in the ship down and raided their computer on his own without second thought. However, since he ignored the comms completely he kept attacking.
Anna doubted for a split second, then saying, "You're right. Have someone infiltrate the ship while the rest of the fleet provides air support planetside. I doubt it'll take a whole fleet to guard just one ship."
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*** Coruscant Orbital Station Delta ***
The denizens of the station seemed not to mind the Ragnosian soldiers here, like it was an everyday occurrence. In fact, a young fennec - no more than his early twenties - dressed in uniform, approached the group. "Good morning, sirs! Might inquire what brings you here?" he asked.
Two soldiers looked at eachother before looking back at the fennec, one of them raising a finger as if he was about to speak before Komisar Damrosch stepped forward towards the fennec with an outstretched hand, seemingly asking for a handshake.
"Greetings, sir."
A few of the soldiers holstered their rifles as they looked around and realized that the area, while still fairly alien to them, wasn't a threat at all. Damrosch looked back towards the small group of soldiers before returning his attention to the fennec.
"Captain Daniels directed us here. So we decided to hook up and see if we could take a shuttle or two down to that beautiful planet of yours."
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***Dagon’taan Spaceport (Outer/Pirate Ship)***
[Removed] When he did arrive he found it in worse shape than it had been when he left. Byorb and Alien 1 were gone; obviously trying to escape. Ura used his Focus to see through the ship to the droids spilling aboard.
Ura returned his Focus and continued casually through the ship’s hallways. They were thick as mosquitos, shooting at anything that moving. Between the din of constant gunfire and explosions beyond the ship’s interior Ura could pick up on Byorb and Alien 1 talking.
He used Alter to concentrate the bodily aura into his fist tapping the wall between them. The wall exploded leaving a hole twenty feet in diameter to walk through.
[Removed]
“You, gelatinous one. I need to get to the surface.”
They didn’t say anything except shook with terror.
“I-Is that the captain?”
[Removed] He looked at the torpedo tube beside the escape pod, climbed into it as Byorb tapped the screen and aimed the cannon at the planet.
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[Rai is a rougish denizen of coruscant. His current job, if you can call it a job, is thievery and burglary. Usually if some one wants to steal important documents or a special item from someone, they can go to Rai and he will steal it for them, for a price. Rai used to be a part of the covenant, and he has also been implicated many times in dealing with Sith.]
*Coruscant main dock*
Rai watched as ships came and went in the main docking area. He had already collected quite a bit of money off of the usual tourists, but his pals had told him there was a big fish coming in soon.
Some big shot ragnosian ship had been spotted docking at an orbital station a few minutes ago, and Rai knew for a fact that the normal docking shuttles dropped people off here.
So now, all he had to do was wait.
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*** Coruscant Orbital Station Delta ***
A few more Ragnosians, most of whom were lightly armed sailors and Marines, started to explore the orbital station. Though definitely not the tallest or most alien people in the station they stood out amongst the tourists due to the dimly-glowing green lenses of their masks and the constant but subtle hum of their oxygen filters. Most of them simply walked around and looked at the various people whilst others tried making conversation with some of the random people.
Though not too easily distinguishable by a mix of their avian biology and the thick padding of their uniforms there was more than a few female Ragnosians in this crew but as a whole these newcomers to the galactic scene had yet to cause any hostilities. Their tech was deceptively outdated but these people were just a scout group filled with a mix of nearly-free penal battalions and galactic marines.
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*** Coruscant Orbital Station Delta ***
The Fennec shook Komisar Damrosch's hand and chuckled. "Yes, Captain Daniels called ahead. If you're heading down planetside..." he indicated a corridor to his right, Damrosch's left, "... Shuttle Bay's that way; just follow the red line. And don't forget to check in with customs when you hit planetside. Just a formality."
The denizens the Ragnosians spoke to on the station would greet them in friendly ways, as though an everyday occurrence. Like they weren't at all afraid of the Ragnosians.
*** Coruscant main dock ***
A young couple - two Tigers, one female with blonde hair tied in a ponytail, and one male with his hair kept short - came walking in Rai's direction. On the outside, they seemed to be tourists. They dressed just like them. But cast a glance at their belts, and the female had a pair of silvery, ornate tubes hanging from her belt; the male, a much longer single tube. Only one thing those could be.
Lightsabers.
"The hair's fine, Jason," the female assured her male companion.
"I dunno, Amy," Jason sighed. "That brat smashed that egg in it pretty hard. Still feels like there are a few eggshells in there." He looked Rai's direction. "Hey pal," Jason spoke, trying to get his attention, "Do I look like I have eggshells in my hair?" Amy shook her head no, as there were none she could find on the trip here.
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
The XO acknowledged Anna, then nodded to the security officer. The security officer spoke into a headpiece, "Away team to Transporter Room Two," as he headed off the bridge.
"Helm," the XO commanded, "Move to transporter range."
Aboard the Terror Wing, Rhea was gearing up to hit the ship with Klingon Marines, take it over. Several other Klingon ships were, as well, and they closed in on the carrier like predators going for the kill.
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
Malgus looked up at Ahsoka and Rex, raising an eyebrow. "If that is their choice," he finally said. "Though I'd recommend the soldier to have a very strong melee weapon... or a good aim." He indicated Rex.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Take your time, sir," Mathayus told Michen.
"Well, of course," Anna said. "But you don't need to hide these things from us, Amie. Let's get her inside."
*** Edge of Coruscant system ***
"I know why you were created, Cobalt - to interface with and control the Eternal Fleet. But you are more than that to me. You always were. You are still a woman. And I will treat you no differently. You understand me?" K'Tath assured her.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"Yes, them," Thel affirmed. "Have you uncovered anything new?"
*** Outside Fleet Spire Ruins, Corneria ***
"It's a wonder you survived this op," Falco commented.
"I agree... but this will be more than enough for Wulf," Fox added. "And, I hope you don't mind, but I'd like to tag along with you on your trip to Dragon'taan... provided we can steer clear of Krystal."
It was then that Wulf and his military escort approached the APC. Fox was the first to lower the door. "Job's done, General... but it turned into something bigger."
"So I heard," Wulf said, looking right at Fel. "What's this I hear from the prisoners about a Tal Shiar Outpost, a Yautja Hunter and an elusive dragon that blew said hunter's head off?"
*** RCS Armored Cruiser Landing Site, Corellia ***
"To do that, we'll need to get to the bridge," Viktor said. "If I remember the layout correctly, the bridge is at the very core of the ship. We get there, I can upload a virus that will reprogram the droids to serve us, and they can help eliminate the Pirates. Then we take control, retract the Gravity Lift, and high-tail it, ship's ours. That's what the contract specified. We'll take it to a contact on Coruscant who's gonna have the paperwork ready for us to legally own the ship. You to game?"
*** Qo'nos Orbital Station ***
A Klingon and a Gorn, both wearing KDF Uniforms, approached Weaver. "You are brave to set foot on Qo'nos, outsider," the Klingon spoke. "What do you seek here?"
The Gorn was more cordial than his Klingon companion. "You'll have to forgive Korrd," he spoke in that reptilian voice, "He lost his chance to make a name for himself in the KDF due to a surprise illness, so he's a little bitter. But as warriors of the Empire, Korrd and myself are understandably concerned when an outsider lands on Qo'nos. So what exactly are you looking for, here?"
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"It's a Yautja Hunter," Steiner said. "There were sighs it was aboard, but it never hurt anyone as far as I know."
The Hunter rolled the dead body of the Romulan over, and tapped a logo at the left side of the Romulan's uniform chest. "Tal... Shi-arr," it spoke. It then got up, accessed a star chart of the surrounding area, and beconed the brothers over. Tapping an asteroid field near Nephira, it looked to the brothers and said, "Base... must... go... have... clan... mates."
Steiner, evidently having heard the exchange, spoke to clarify, "I think our hunter friend is saying the Tal Shiar have a base and they have some of his clanmates. That's why he was trying to access the comms - he was trying to contact his clan." The Hunter nodded in response to this.
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Rai nearly leapt out of his fur as he noticed two tigers. No, no, no, He had thought, and still hoped, that the Jedi had decided He wasn't worth their time. "Surely they couldn't know the day I finally come out here. they must be here for someone else." Rai couldn't decide whether to act on his fear, or to blend into the background like he used to training with the Sith Padawan.
Rai knew it would be more difficult to disappear like he used to. After all, Tigarians are hardly known for being small. but perhaps he could pull it off...
Rai started to slide towards the exit. And then stopped. "If they are here for someone else... maybe it would be good idea to try getting one of their lazer swords before I leave..." He stood by the exit, confused with indecision.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Withdrawing his weapons and holstering them Damien walked over with his brother at the map the hunter had pulled up for them. “Ah...well...seems like we’ve got some work to do huh? Any way we can get over there without being noticed? I’d hate for this guy’s clanmates to be harmed for entering their vicinity.” Damien asked Steiner over the radio.
“Yes, subtlety might be the best option in case they are willing to sacrifice any hostages. Though I’m sure once they are freed, at least from what I see of our friend here, they are quite capable of defending themselves.” Katin said. He studied the charts the hunter laid out, even some of the map that was around the rest of his planet.
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*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
The rhythmic clacking of twin pairs of hard-soled boots echoed from the hall. They approached the command center door and stopped. The door opened, as two soldiers entered. Their armor bore the crimson emblem Malgus’s ships bore, red stripes highlighting olive-drab armor plates. The soldiers’ helmets also bore the sigil, but one helmet had the emblem centered on the forehead while the other had it on the side. The soldiers saluted, before one spoke.
“M’lord, the transports have departed,” the marked forehead said. “Your personal craft awaits you.”
The security officer nodded. “His weapon was confiscated at the door, but will be returned. An armory will also be available, both in your vessel m’lord and at the battlefield control center.”
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
This whole time Grey had been acting as a guard for the two Princes following them along. "Maps of Nephiria? That's not good." he muttered.
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
"Rhea, I'm feeding you all avalible intel I can, good luck and Quapla'!" Flier said as she worked on the comm console on the Terror wing.
meanwhile the Tri-Dragon Klingon fleet prepared to fill a escort role for any boarding ships, and sending a few of thier own marines to assist.
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"With all Due respect , Sir i was the commander of the 501st legion, the best of the best during the Clone wars, don't worry I have my aim down." Rex replied looking to Ashoka for any thing he missed.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Well it's a little late for that now." Amie sighed
"WOULD YOU LET ME GO ALREADY!?!" Lalah yelled.
*** Edge of Coruscant system ***
"alright but about this droid.. i've been lookign though what i managed to get from coruscants data base and i've found the perfect design for a droid that can assist me around the ship." Cobalt explained still a little unsure, but feeling a little more confident in the matter she had discussed with K'tath.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"No, sir." Kyva replied.
*** Outside Fleet Spire Ruins, Corneria ***
"What's a matter Fox afraid she'll bite?" Nari teased.
"She usually stays on New Cerinia so you should be fine.." The Silver vixen added.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser Landing Site, Corellia ***
"Wait you can't just steal a ship from the enemy and use it?"Spyra asked "Your laws are lame." she added.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen seemed a little surprised by Mathayus' comment. Sir? He wasn't used to being called sir. To his idea, he was a far cry from being a sir... Ah, whatever. It's not important right now. Emphasis on "now".
"The other feral big cat claimed to have been in the same position I was... She knew everything that happened right away, without me telling. I'm not sure where that other feral is now. I have no idea where she went after landing in the orbital spaceport of this planet. Either way, that means I might not have been the only one in that situation. And if that's the case, there's something going on on Earth."
It was a good thing the snow leopard was fully focused on the current conversation, otherwise it might've filled his head with a horror scenario. It was easy for him to get a bit lost in his imagination when things like that happened.
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*** Outside Fleet Spire Ruins, Corneria ***
"We can arrange it. I'm pretty sure you have your reasons for visiting Dragon'taan. But... would you travel there without or with your team?". Asked the Turian, before Wulf had arrived. The grey alien remembered that Krystal was some kind of taboo, so he didn't ask the vulpine why do they need to avoid the blue vixen. It was none of Fel' business, and basically, he never had a habit to deep dive into someone' personal life, especially when it comes about private things. XIII even didn't pronounce a single word upon Nari' question; however, everything Fox would provide further could help Fel to understand what's wrong with Krystal and why McCloud is avoiding her. Maybe the Turian could help them, even though it was beyond his skills and abilities. This fox was his trusted ally, and for Dranghyr it was a matter of honor to help him provided Fox would agree on Fel' assistance with that question.
Fel saluted when the general arrived, as the Turian military discipline it required. The fact Wulf already knew some points about the operation allowed Fel to focus on things the general asked and so Dranghyr proceed.
"Yes, sir. I'm glad that none of the prisoners died during the extraction from the outpost and I still don't know who was that person killed the Hunter. He looked like a dragon... just like the one I had encountered a few moments before. And he disappeared right after the assassinate. And here is the Datacron. And I'm hoping that from now, it isn't my problem as my part here is done, I guess.". The Turian infiltrator said while handing the Datacron to Wulf; a small cube because of which a dozen bad people have died today. And Fel might be among them. Indeed, Fel now doesn't care what's going to happen with the device as it was out of his interests. "But general - the next time I'll get a task from you - let me know about any reinforcement could appear. Because I was about to kill the NCC agent behind me as I wasn't aware of any assistance during the mission aside from Fox' team."
*** RCS Armored Cruiser Landing Site, Corellia ***
"You know my answer, Wolfy. Side by side in any situation". Ori answered still providing a backfire. One of the pirates managed somehow to get in the rear section of the vessel, but Ori was faster and eliminated the threat before the buccaneer could do anything. Then she pushed a button next to her, closing the bay and dividing the pirates and her team with the cargo' platform. Outside of the ship were two droids and their lose Ori considered as acceptable. Once it was done, the Orokin lowered her gun, but her guard was still on the top of her senses. She also wanted to examine the crates in the bay, but it seems like they were locked with biometric protection. What have those pirates been smuggling? "Mind if I inspect ship rooms afterward? We don't know for what purpose those pirates have been using this ship."
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*** Qo'nos Orbital Station ***
Weaver nervously swayed back and forth, "Well, truth be told," he began, "I was investigating a weird signal. I'm running out of supplies though, and thought I might be able to restock here. I suppose I'm not supposed to be here for long?"
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*** Coruscant Orbital Station Delta ***
The Fennec shook Komisar Damrosch's hand and chuckled. "Yes, Captain Daniels called ahead. If you're heading down planetside..." he indicated a corridor to his right, Damrosch's left, "... Shuttle Bay's that way; just follow the red line. And don't forget to check in with customs when you hit planetside. Just a formality."
The denizens the Ragnosians spoke to on the station would greet them in friendly ways, as though an everyday occurrence. Like they weren't at all afraid of the Ragnosians.
Damrosch nodded and motioned for the soldiers to start moving that way. Following behind as some of the stragglers trickled behind him and the few soldiers in front of him. After a bit of regrouping and organizing they managed to find their way into the shuttle bay.
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*Mongdrigo, Desert Battleground*
A cacophony of various weapon reports shook the dunes and upset sand. Mortars packed with smoke shells launched streams of white in high altitude arcs. They landed with a crash, unleashing billowing clouds of smoke, as infantry fired blanks at each other. Formations moved in tactical steps, mock battles scattered throughout the area.
Meanwhile, railgun plates discharged with almighty whumps, as high caliber cannons boomed and briefly lit their immediate areas like tiny stars. They mechs marched in formation, stomping flat the sand with metal-shod feet. The trap was set, and awaited its prey.
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*** Coruscant Orbital Station Delta ***
Damrosch looked around before using a small communication device.
"Mir hobn angekumen..."
(We have arrived...)
His green eyepieces glowed as his rebreather buzzed softly as his hand slowly found it's way into his right pocket. His eyes visibly peering through the almost matte green lenses. He needed to get back to the government so he could tell him that this galaxy was 'friendly' enough to send in a larger, actually sufficiently armed fleet.
"Shikn in di rge flit."
(Send in the second fleet.)
He started to walk around as he communicated in the native Ragnosian tongue. No-one would be able to understand him so he could send these confidential communications to his higher-ups.
"Makhn zikher az ir arm zikh es zenen nisht keyn hosteylz ober ikh rekomendirn az ir haltn zey avek...Lang lebn di Komintern."
(Make sure you arm yourselves. They don't seem to be hostile so keep them down unless needed. Long live the Comintern.)
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*** Morkai Abyssal Corridor DMC territory***
A Soyuz (https://proxy.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=http%3A%2F%2Fpreview.turbosquid.com%2FPreview%2F2014%2F05%2F24__18_07_13%2Fsoyuz1b.jpg422afb41-c745-46cf-bd1f-7b969d1585d0Original.jpg&f=1) class heavy cruiser the NCC-Ice Wolf patrolled the DMC End of the Corridor, when their sensors picked up a Ferengi D'kora Class Marauder (https://proxy.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=http%3A%2F%2Forig05.deviantart.net%2F0b07%2Ff%2F2013%2F339%2Fc%2F1%2Fferengi_d_kora_class_ortho_by_unusualsuspex-d6wgbrw.jpg&f=1) exiting the corridor. The Ice wolf's escorts a couple of Kitsune (https://i.imgur.com/UZS3CFT.png) Cruisers decloaked as the Ice Wolf headed towards the Ferengi vessel...
---Ice wolf Bridge---
The captain a blue furred she-wolf opened a channel to the Ferengi vessel, her ice cold almost white eyes glaring at the D'kora outside of the window of her ship. "Ferengi vessel you are violating DMC Space, power down your shields and engines, and prepare to be boarded!"
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Predictably the Ferengi ship pushed it's impulse engines to full trying to escape the NCC vessels, but it would do them little good as the more powerful NCC ships could easily outrun them, and one of the kitsune cruisers was emitting an anti-warp field preventing the vessel from jumping to warp.
"Last warning power down your engines and shields, immanently!" The captain called out again, no response.
The captain sighed "Fine have it your way." She opened Opened a channel to the escort ships. "All ships engage Ferengi vessel subsystem disruptors on, go for the engines and then weapons, I want that vessel intact!" With that command all The Ice Wolf and her two Kitsune cruiser escorts opened fire on the D'Kora, using specialized weapons for disabling ships, that would drain engine and shield power as well as weapons power, the D'Kora's last ditch effort was deploying an Emp weapon, though it would have worked against a Federation Galaxy class of earlier centuries, the NCC craft suffered little to no effect, aside from losing a small amount of their Quaternary shields to the Emp blast. it wouldn't be longer than 10-15 minutes later when the D'kora would be nothing but a metal hull floating in space, engines shields and weapons disabled by the three NCC ships, a boarding craft now headed to the Ferengi vessel.
-*- Ice wolf boarding craft -*-
What appeared to be a female version of a Baron of Hell (https://doom.fandom.com/wiki/Baron_of_Hell) stood waiting in the boarding craft in front of many soildiers behind her in elemental armor (https://proxy.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2Ftse3.mm.bing.net%2Fth%3Fid%3DOIP.tdGAQL4ToPcZO6QDnT8LKwHaEU%26pid%3DApi&f=1) armed with stun lasers, gas/ flash missiles, for boarding an capturing the crew.
*** Coruscant main dock ***
A white vixen seemingly appeared a few meters to the side of the two tigers. "You don't have anything in your hair, probably feeling what remains of the sore or bruises you got from the egg." The vixen replied " Sorry about the sudden appearance, I'm a stealth operative, and I still need to brush up on my social skills, being cloaked all the time tends to do that."She added, looking around and studying her surroundings.
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*Torgus Prime*
Fayam frowned as he saw the ships move in. He didn't get it. In a fit of rage, he yelled in an open comm: "What are you doing? Get out of there! Unless you have a death wish!" He had no intention of ceasing fire.
Anna noticed this. While smiling initially upon their succes, Fayam's message surprised her. Then, she saw him still firing on the carrier. She growled, "Is that dude crazy!? Drop me a line to him! He'll jeopardise our mission!"
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*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
"Aye, commander - channel open," the Comms officer reported.
*** Coruscant main dock ***
When the White Vixen appeared, Jason cried out, leapt three feet away, and almost drew his lightsaber. When he saw who it was, he breathed a sigh of relief. "You shouldn't sneak up on people," he said.
*** Mongdrigo ***
Malgus looked to Rex and Ahsoka. "You two ready? I imagine Brottleheim won't be long."
*** Qo'nos Orbital Station ***
"A signal, you say?" Korrd asked.
"And you tracked it here?" The Gorn added. "Whose signal was it?"
*** Outside Fleet Spire Ruins, Corneria ***
"I would have warned you about that, but an unidentified signal blocked our comms. Took us a while to take care of it," Wulf said, accepting the Datacron. "Regardless, payment will be transferred as per the agreement. Star Fox, you have more than lived up to your end - as have you, mister Fel. If I have need of you, I will contact you." And with that, the General left. It was then that Fox spoke up.
"And the whole team and I will go with you to Dragon'taan... just watch out for Krystal."
"Foxy here is more afraid of Krystal than he should be," Farah commented to Fel. "But he still has a reason to be. We can discuss that en route. You have a ship?"
*** RCS Armored Cruiser Landing Site, Corellia ***
"While we're en route to Coruscant, sure - let's go," Viktor said. He, hoping his team mates were in tow, moved through the corridors, eliminating opposition inside, until he finally made his way to the bridge. He set to work uploading the virus to reprogram the droids, and directed comments to Ori and Spyra: "Spyra, Ori, find a console and start bringing systems online. Soon as the Virus takes root, send a deactivation signal to the device I planted earlier and let's get this thing moving!"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus nodded. "Very well. I have a friend at the spaceport with access to the passenger manifests - he might be able to tell me more. Before you woke up, however, my ONI contact told me you'd been attacked. Do you remember anything of your attackers?"
"Calm down," Anna said to Leylah, releasing her from her grip. She looked to Amie. "I'll leave her in your care, then - just remember: We're all family, here. No need to keep things like this from me." She then headed back for Indari Manor.
*** En route to Tatooine ***
"We've got a few hours before we hit that dustball, so lay it on me," K'Tath requested.
***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"This ship is equipped with a cloaking device," Steiner said. "We could make a Stealth Approach." The hunter nodded in agreement.
"Ta-cky-onn... grid... down..." The hunter said. There was a pause before Steiner would clarify,
"Tachyon grid... if their Tachyon Grid is down, we could send a fleet in, cloaked, and they'd never see it coming."
"Hunter... ship... close... you... go... in... dis-abe-el... shields... we... beam... clan... out," The hunter said.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"Very well... keep at it," Thel commanded as he started back for his home.
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*** Coruscant Orbital Station Delta ***
Damrosch slipped the communicater back into his coat pocket as he tried to check and see if a shuttle was there or not. He didn't consider exactly where the fleet would land, either but he would patch in later once the signal was stronger to hopefully steer them clear of places that'd be understandably hostile to a larger, militarized fleet of seemingly aliens ships from an unknown empire in a distant galaxy. Finally finding his squad a large enough shuttle he stepped inside and waited to see what would happen, he reminded himself to check in with customs once he got planetside but the tricky part was whether or not they'd even find customs.
"I assume that we will find ourselves at the main dock."
He took in a deep breath as he C O N S U M E D the pure filtrated oxygen.
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*Mongdrigo*
A bone jarring, earth shattering peak of what sounded like thunder ripped through Mongdrigo. The sky cleared of the thick green clouds that usually blanketed the planet. The sky darkened, filled with countless red lights, pulsing and flashing.
From orbit, a titanic, nearly moon-sized vessel crept towards the planet, it’s obsidian surface markedly different from the inky black of space. A gargantuan dropship, nearly the size of an Acclimator Assault Cruiser, exited the massive hangar bay located on the black ship’s lower level, and headed planetside.
The vessel landed a mile away from the training area and loomed like a predator stalking its prey.
The soldiers stopped their training and stared, minds reeling. Vessels of that size didn’t exist, not operationally right? Yet here it was, an artificial moon parked a few hundred miles from the surface, a Capital class drop ship just alighted on the sand.
Markus Hilliguist, acting radio operator, opened a channel directly with the command center and, with a terrified and shaking voice whispered. “H-He’s h-h-here.”
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*** Outside Fleet Spire Ruins, Corneria -> Corneria Spaceport ***
Fel has only nodded and saluted to Wulf before the general has gone. There was nothing to add to wolf' speech, and Turian preferred to remain silent. And once he along with Nari and Star Fox team stay on their own, the grey alien continued his speech.
"Yes. Its docked at the spaceport, so I suggest to move there right now. I suppose you are going to take the Great Fox with you as my ship isn't a carrier.". XIII said and went to his Locust speeder. Once Fox and his team settled back in the APC, the new operative group (McCloud, his squad and Dranghyr) traveled to the spaceport. As much as he loved this planet, nothing was holding Fel on this planet back anymore, so the final destination was obvious. Once arrived, Fel decided that it was an excellent time to clarify a couple of things.
"That's my baby, Normandy Sierra One. Truth to be told, it's SR-1, Sierra is just for more natural pronunciation. If someone wants to travel with me - welcome on board. Because I'm not sure if my ship will fit the hangar of the Great Fox.". Turian said, observing his ship. Just like the Arwing, SSV was a limited series ships, designed for N7 operatives only. They were so limited, that Dranghyr knew names of ship owners and if he could be lucky enough, Fel would meet one of them someday. Yes, StarFox was an ideal partner, considering his background. But if Dranghyr meets face-to-face with Shepard, the first graduated of the DMC Elite Training Program, he would do anything to get into Shepard' team.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser Landing Site, Corellia ***
Even though the Covenant ship looked not much (for Ori at least) the interior of the vessel was way better. Pink and purple colors of rooms were relaxing. After she spent three dozen years on UNSC Artemis-class battleships, the interior of this RCS cruiser didn't emphasize that is was an actual battleship. More like a partyship. And so Ori proceeded further, providing covering fire for Viktor until they all reached the bridge and boy, it was huge. What was a little strange because outside of the ship it didn't look so.
"Roger!". Ori replied, brining systems online by interacting with a console, and waiting when the Virus takes root. And while she was doing it, she planned to link the AI of this ship with her suit (she knew, that Covenant and Sanghelios equip their starships with them). But later.
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*** RCS Armored Cruiser Landing Site, Corellia ***
"I don't know much about this technology of yous, Vicktor..." Spyra replied trying to do something on a nearby console...
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen nodded, thinking way back at when the attack took place. It seemed longer ago than it actually was... It was probably a long day. But he could still remember some important details.
"Well, there were two people attacking me. One of them was a human with some weird tattoos on his face... But they were apparently part of a bigger organisation, working for someone..."
Michen seemed to be very nervous about it, seeming to recall the event as something he'd rather not recall. Of course, that was understandable. Michen tried to remember more of the event nevertheless... What were they wearing again? A leather jacket? No, that wasn't quite it...
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*Torgus Prime*
Anna shouted angrily at Fayam, "Stop your fire! We're trying to infiltrate that ship! If you keep attacking, the lives of our crew are at risk!" Fayam, upon hearing this, silenced his guns. "Wait, what?", he asked. "Weren't we trying to take it down?" "Not anymore," Anna replied stern. "Now, the ship... ... ...wait a minute. Aren't you that bounty hunter? You're trying to get away with the honour of blowing their command vessel, not?" Fayam stood perplexed for a second. "Uh... Yes. Yes, I am." "That explains... anyhow, we're turning this ship into a tool- one we can use to stop this invasion quickly. So, you'd better stop shooting this and start on the rest of their fleet." "Fine," Fayam sighed and he closed the line. Grumbling, he turned his ship around and shot down the nearest smaller Capellan ship in an attempt to calm his frustration.
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Weaver thought a bit, "Well... the signal wasn't exactly here. Just a little bit farther from here. As for what it could be... I'm not sure. I kept only getting glimpses of it. Could be all kinds of things, but then it got strange. It was moving, and there's no star for orbiting bodies. I've got a few guesses. Could be a void whale song, could be a signal burst, or it could be some freak rogue pulsar. It's a mystery, which is why I was going to check it out."
"Uh... or it could be my scanner glitching and giving me ghost signals... again. You don't happen to have a technician on board that I could hire do you?"
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**Hutta**
Boots hit the ground quickly as she ran through the streets of the marketplace. Echo may have been a bit too enthusiastic pulling one over on one of the galaxy's most gangster species. Don't underestimate her though, it went off without a hitch and she now found herself with quite a bit extra money in her account...The downside was that she'd been found out a little too soon and was now running for her life through the streets. "Oooh drek.." She huffed as she heard the commotion behind her.
In a desperate moment to lose their sight she ducked through some hanging fabric and around a corner. It wouldn't do to start a fight right here. She'd be outnumbered or cause a casualty that she didn't want to which wasn't her style. If she could escape quick enough she'd be golden. The agile Oni was hopping over stalls and ducking through tents to zig zag her way through to safety, a proud grin on her face. She was trying to avoid people, but it was getting increasingly harder to keep from running into someone and all it took was one quick glance back and she rushed right into the hard bulky armor of someone.
"Oof!.." The breath was knocked out of her and she stumbled just a little, clutching her head, successfully stopped.
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*** Marketplace, Hutta ***
The impact staggered the one Echo had slammed into, but when "it" turned around, it was clear this was not someone you'd want to provoke. Wearing full armor from head to toe, one might think this person a Mandalorian - or a Machine. Its hands hovered just inches over a pair of heavily-modified blasters (http://dulfy.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/BCBC3BC3F86CDD4B.jpg) as it stared Echo down. "Care to explain yourself?" growled a clearly mechanical, modulated voice.
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
"For that, you'll need to go to the shipyard, and talk to the repair foreman," The Gorn said. He indicated a nearby door to a transporter room. "Fastest way there, if you don't mind Transporters."
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
The Command Ship sat waiting to either be claimed or defended - the crew fighting KDF and RRF Marines and keep them out of the control center.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus reached into his cloak and retrieved a picture of a man with silvery facial tattoos and a face looking like that of a psychopath - clearly a surveillance photo. What would immediately strike Michen was the cloak the man wore - it was identical to what he'd encountered before. On the back was a red "XII". "This him?" Mathayus asked Michen, showing him the photo.
*** Outside Fleet Spire Ruins, Corneria -> Corneria Spaceport ***
"Yeah... about that..." Fox said, seeming rather hesitant.
"Great Fox was destroyed in the initial attack," Farah said bluntly.
"And our Arwings aren't capable of FTL Travel," Slippy added.
"Hey, I wouldn't mind riding in a ship like that," Falco stated. "Where'd you get it?"
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"What tech are you familiar with, Spyra?" Viktor asked, seeming not to notice the Virus had taken root and droids were reactivating and beaming aboard the ship to eliminate any stragglers. "Can you pilot this ship? Are you familiar with any systems of an RCS Armored Cruiser?"
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Out of time," Malgus thought out loud, and headed for the battle zone. Ahsoka paused, and then followed him.
*** Starship Stryker, Tatooine Orbit ***
K'Tath piloted his new ship out of Transwarp, and steered for Tatooine. He looked over to Cobalt in the next seat. "Honey, wake up - we've hit Tatooine."
*** IKS Furiam, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
A K'Vort-class Bird-of-Prey dropped out of light speed, accompanied by a massive Lucrehulk-class Battleship. "Freelancer Vitani Tokarev to Quartermaster Tigress Arcnon... I believe I have something you wanted," Signaled the Bird-of-Prey.
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**Coruscant Hanger**
Finally, after a bit of waiting and transmissions between him and his bosses he landed on this strange bustling city planet. The small squad, using context clues, made their way towards a customs station and waited around to see what exactly the station offered them.
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*** Outside Fleet Spire Ruins, Corneria -> Corneria Spaceport ***
Nari finnally spoke up. "If you need a carrier ship, i can likely get one." the Silver vixen offered. "I also know someone who could get you a new carrier, you may know of her."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Amie walked inside and looked at the tall dragon speaking to a feral cat "Umm... excuse me Uncle Mathayus, but have you seen Jason?
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"Umm... Projectile weapons, can't you use some of those, droids to pilot the ship?"
*** Mongdrigo ***
Rex followed Ashoka, placing his helmet on and preparing his DC-15A with a new powercell, he had left it unloaded until now...
*** Starship Stryker, Tatooine Orbit ***
"mmm?" Cobalt muttered waking up, then going back to sleep.
*** IKS Furiam, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Ahh Vitani.... Kylie said you'd be back with one of those, i've marked on your Hud system the location of the space dock we're going to be updating the Battleship at. Space dock 94." Tigress voice replied, all the way down planetside back at her armory, droids would be floating nearby the dock ready to begin work.... "Kylie wanted to see you personally." Tigress added.
*** Risa, Beachfront ***
A familiar blue vixen sat out under a umbrella on a beach chair, in her not to familiar tribal clothing, enjoying the warm weather and slight breeze. "Well at least I havn't seen a Ferengi, yet." she said mostly to herself.
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*** Marketplace, Hutta ***
She sucked in her breath, hesitant. Was this a machine or a man? She wasn't quite sure, but was leaning toward machine.. She hadn't really had time to step back and looked up at it slowly, noting where it's hands were moving. "Ah..I was running.." She scratched the back of her head and laughed. Hopefully she'd ditched the few that were chasing her. she turned quickly to see if there was any sight of them. "..From bad guys.." Echo nodded, yea, bad guys. They were bad guys, she wasn't lying! She was just not going to tell him that she was also a criminal. She bit her lip, and looked back at the basters it was hovering its hands over. "Didn't mean to crash into you!" She really did not want to step back, preferring to keep moving forward away from her enemy, but this thing was a bit intimidating. Grabbing for her own weapons would surely cause her a quick death, so she just remained as calm as she could under the circumstances.
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*Mongdrigo*
As Malgus exited the command center, two Honor Guard immediately flanked him on either side, steps locked and steady. Two more joined at the next corner, and two more after that. Soon, a veritable parade formed, steps echoing from the buildings. Mongdrigans cheered and shouted, singing praise or kneeling in Malgus’s presence. The engines of the transport spooked up as Malgus approached, and left as the last Honor Guard entered.
*Mongdrigo, Battlefield*
The transport landed minutes after departure, just behind the battlefield control station. The Guard dismounted and left a path for Malgus to approach the station.
The battlefield controllers stood and saluted, and the tactical commander approached.
“M’lord,” she said with a salute. “Your guest of honor has arrived. We’ve surrounded the dropship, awaiting your order, or for something to happen.”
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*** Corneria Spaceport ***
"In short, Normandy was handed to me once I graduated from the DMC Elite Training Program. The ship itself had survived a lot of experiments over him, and most of DMC' engineers called it 'over-designed,' too expensive and it has no practical use. But I proved the opposite. However, I need a team to operate the ship as it intended.". Fel said remembering the day when he came aboard of Normandy. Having over ten years of flying experience, the SSV ship wasn't something new to him in terms of piloting; the vessel was pretty handy and docile. However, by operating the vessel on his own, SSV potential was only half. Then the Turian added as a comment to Nari' question. "Do you mean Krystal?"
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
-Ori continues to operate the console-
*** Char' orbit ***
And so it's tenth Helix' operation for this year. Picked a mission on an investigation of a drifting Borg' Cube in a one of Ranger's center, the cyborg arrived here. According to the briefing he read before the mission, the Cube entered Char' sector and just halted. And since no one wanted to deal with the Borg, Helix agreed to do this as Rangers are the first guys when you don't want to waste your people and time. And so the cyborg started to approach the Cube with his heavy fighter carefully. So far no one was around the Borg' ship, and cyborg hoped it would be so. What was strange is that F8' scanner detects no life forms in the Cube. The Borg were are machines, much like cyborgs, so the ship' scanner would recognize them. Something wasn't right, and it was Helix' task to figure out what's exactly.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
His hands flew up as he jumped about a foot in the air and away from Grey. Damien cried out, “Gods sake! How long have you been there man? You nearly gave me a heart attack!” He said to him.
Katin nodded, “So if their shields are down then this is the best moment to strike them.” He pondered for a second, “ Do you think a distraction would be in our favor? To keep eyes on a target while we can get an infiltration team in without being noticed?” He asked Steiner over comms. Slightly looking over at his brother.
Damien noticed his twin’s stare, “Why are you looking at me like that?...”
“Just a thought...You guys have compressed suits for outside the atmosphere right?” Katin asked them.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Grey simply nodded still following the twins around. "Sorry I've been keeping guard of you two since you left the bridge.."
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*** Qo'nos Orbital Station ***
Weaver nodded, "Thanks. I hope the signal I was going after wasn't a glitch. It'd be a waste of a trip to come all this way for nothing. Judging from all the military ships outside, I take it that visitation isn't exactly on top of anyone's list."
Provided there was nothing else to be said, Weaver would make his way to the transporter room.
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**Unexplored Space**
The third and final Vengu scout shuttle had been sitting in wait for a while now. All of their energy focused on a guiding signal that they had been transmitting to the larger militarized fleet that Damrosch had called in, the ship was almost deathly still as even the power to lights had been redirected towards boosting their signal, Leaving most of the areas barring the main viewing bridge in near-pitch black darkness.
After what seemed like hours of paranoid waiting a fleet finally came out of hyperspace. The large, daunting industrial ships had dwarfed the already small scout shuttle as they silently floated towards the impromptu radio station, the large red star emblazoned on the sides of these ships would definitely make them stand out as small, orb shaped starfighters started to corral the shuttle closer towards the largest of the fleet.
Eight ships in total, five of them about 1,700 metres in length with the smaller three being about 1,010 meters. None of them, barring the starfighters, had their weapons armed and they weren't looking to start anything. Having not really bothered to notice the Cube at all.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen looked at the picture. He didn't exactly recognise the type of jacket, but the red XII and the tattoo on his face seemed awfully familiar all right. Looking at the picture not only brought back the events in his head, but also the stress he felt... What was wrong with him?
"Yeah, that looks pretty much like him... Do you know that guy?"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Unfortunately, yes," Mathayus sighed. Looking at the picture, he continued, "Walter Simon... field operative for a group calling themselves Majestic Twelve. We don't know much more than the name. But this symbol has been popping up more and more in recent months. Simon's abducted hundreds in the last few years." Mathayus looked up at Michen. "You're literally the first to avoid falling into his clutches, let alone report him." On hearing his niece's question about her son, Mathayus motioned his head. "In his room. Something's got the poor boy down, and he won't tell me what."
*** Marketplace, Hutta ***
"I'm guessing you're the one Fa'athra's pitching a fuss about," The machine said. "Under different circumstances, I'd put a bolt in your kneecaps and haul you to him. But today's your lucky day, as I have my own problems with that jack***." He looked up for whoever it was that was chasing Echo, his hands ready to draw his blasters in an instant. "Unless you have a gun, get behind me," he told Echo.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"Right..." Viktor sighed. He brought the droids aboard, and they eliminated the stragglers as the ship entered orbit. Viktor was quick to transmit mission success, and have the droids set a course for Coruscant, then turned to his love. "Now, let's go see what these pirates were carrying, huh?" He looked to Spyra. "Would you like to come with us, or would you prefer to remain on the bridge?"
*** Qo'nos Orbital Station ***
Indeed, there was nothing more to be said. On stepping on one of the Transporter Pads, the transporter officer asked, "Destination?"
***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"No... a stealth approach would be best," Steiner cautioned. "Then again, the Tal Shiar aren't known for taking prisoners... we should find out what made our hunter friend's clanmates so special. But for getting them back, a Stealth Approach would be best for taking care of this - only spring the assault after they're free. If we're fortunate, the Tal Shiar will believe the Hunters escaped in the confusion."
*** Corneria Spaceport ***
"Again, I'd prefer to avoid any confrontation with Krystal... she and I are not really... on speaking terms," Fox said.
"Oh, lighten up, Foxy," Farah scolded. She looked to Fel. "We'd be honored to help you operate this vessel."
"I'm game," Falco agreed confidently.
"So am I," Slippy chirped.
*** Mongdrigo, Battlefield ***
Malgus looked out on the field, unclipping his lightsaber from his belt. "No one interferes. Ahsoka, Rex and I will handle him," Malgus commanded.
*** Starship Stryker, Tatooine Orbit ***
"Sweetheart, wake up - we're gonna be descending the atmosphere in a few. What were you after, here?" K'Tath told his girlfriend, trying to wake her up and pilot their ship at the same time.
*** IKS Furiam, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Does he, now...? Wonder what he wants," Vitani commented. She ordered the Lucrehulk to it's designated destination, while she went to beam over to where Kylie was.
*** Risa, Beachfront ***
"Don't jinx us," said the vixen's husband, laying next to her. "I can only tell those wacko-loons to **** off so many times." He smiled, then pinched her playfully with an innocent look behind his sunglasses.
*** Coruscant Customs ***
The customs officers would ask standard questions to the Ragnosians, then usher them through. The leader of the bunch would be approached by a Zabrak with pale-brown skin and wearing a Coruscant Security uniform. "You there! I have a message for you!" He jogged to close the distance.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Thanks Uncle." Amie said as she half-dragged a Pink dragon girl across the manor to Jason's room, and shoved Leylah into the room the pink dragon girl, and shut the door to go to her own room "Good luck honey" She whispered as she walked away.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"What do i look like A gold hording dragon?" Spyra asked "Actually i prefer silver, but yeah i'll go with ya."
*** Corneria Spaceport ***
"Aww common Foxy she won't bite" Nari teased.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Kylie stood there waiting for Vitania in the cargo bay. "Great job, I'll have the credits forwarded to your account, but i wanted to ask you a slightly personal question."
*** Risa, Beachfront ***
"HEY!" Krystal whined sending a telepathic jolt to her husband via her telepathy from his action. "I thought we were suppose to be relaxing, and weren't you making a sand castle or something?"
*** Starship Stryker, Tatooine Orbit ***
"hmm? Oh sorry i'm awake now , let see if we can find a jawa sand crawler i need some droid parts and an R2 unit so I don't have to do all the maintaince work here.." Cobalt pointed out.
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*** Coruscant Customs ***
The customs officers would ask standard questions to the Vengu, then usher them through. The leader of the bunch would be approached by a Zabrak with pale-brown skin and wearing a Coruscant Security uniform. "You there! I have a message for you!" He jogged to close the distance.
Damrosch looked at the Zabrak, What an Interesting looking race unlike anything he has seen. He still needed to reply to this guy though as to not make this overly silent and awkward
"Yes?"
He thought for a second, What could the message possibly be? They just got here so he wondered who could've possibly wanted to give a message.
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*** Corneria Spaceport ***
"Good. Anyhow, welcome to the Turian Airlines, he-he.". Fel giggled for the first time since Voss. It was a perfect feeling he has to admit. And the Turian was about to retire to his ship when Nari come out with her comment. It looks like good relationships were a question of matter, not just for Fox. Besides, Nari mentioned about a carrier which could be very welcome here. XIII knows, it was out of his business and if something goes wrong, he will be in charge. So after scratching his chin and a couple of seconds thinking, he added. "I'm not the best psychologist in the world, but I'd like to help you with Krystal. We need her assistance if she can get a carrier for us. Am I right, Nari?"
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"Sure, why not. Those pirates needed to carry something valuable if they were managed to obtain this ship. And I bet they needed to stay away from any detection.". Ori said and proceeded to the first of seven warehouses of the ship. There were a lot of crates with general supplies like meds and food, but then she spotted a cage with a shanjaru (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Female_shanjaru?file=Female_shanjaru.png). Apart from the fact they were rare and expensive beasts, she knows nothing more about them and assumed, the creature wasn't the real reason for stealing the ship. It couldn't be as the creature is allowed to be captured by the Galactic Society laws, despite the rarity of the creature. The terminal at the end of the wall might reveal something. "I'll read logs. You can check other rooms, meanwhile."
After inspecting the logs of the room, it appeared, that the beast has been captured and intended to be delivered to Drooga the Hutt. The shanjaru in the cage was female and alongside with male one (who could be somewhere on the ship too), needed to be a part of Drooga' feast on Nar Shaddaa. The logs also stated that the vessel allowed pirates to bypass Coruscant guards safely, so they weren't stopped. Ori had no idea on how the Hutt was going to taking care of the beast. But the female Orokin thought that is would be wise if they'll return creature in the hands of animal rights activists. And so she decided to suggest the idea.
"Viktor, do you have any plans on visiting Coruscant? We have a cargo here to deliver". The girl in warframe said inspecting the beast. Unfortunately, she wasn't a vet, and thus can't examine the health of the creature. Therefore, she hoped they have enough time to deliver the beast to Coruscant before the shanjaru' health gets worse.
*** Somewhere in Unexplored Space (changed from Char' orbit) ***
Helix was about to proceed to the Cube when his long-range sensors detected a Vengu ship. Apart from the fact that they were birds, the cyborg knew nothing. For some reasons, none of Rangers had any contact with them. That is why the information about the corvids was almost empty in the Rangers' network. Helix didn't know what he may expect from them, but apparently, he needed to let them know to not open the fire toward the Borg' Cube by no means as the cyborg is going to investigate the drifting ship. Therefore upon approaching the Borg' vessel, he has hailed the Vengu, using his long-range communication arrays.
"This is ranger Helix. I'm going to beam down to the Cube', please don't attack the ship. I appreciate any assistance, tho'.". Helix transmitted, then started to scan the Cube. Surprisingly for him, he couldn't find any active power signatures nor any life signs aboard. But for the cyborg, it was too early to rejoice. He wanted to inspect this ghostship by himself; hence, he started to adjusts his ship into transportation range.
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*Mongdrigo, Battleground*
As Malgus drew his weapon, a heavy thrum filled the air, shaking the loose soil around the landing craft. A horrible clank-clanking accompanied the drop door as it opened. Instead of hydraulic rams and rotary servos, twin chains of black metal supported the door like a drawbridge. The inside of the craft was bathed in red light, a menacing glow that allowed little view in. A few seconds later, a shambles of a Mongdrigan, his fur a pale purple barely clinging to his frame, stumbled out and peered into the sunlight, his eyes unused to the light. He spotted Malgus and shuffled off the ramp, metal-clad shoes skirting around the errant tiberium crystal. His voice, though weak, still reached Malgus.
“Does it accept the Rite of Combat?”
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*Torgus Prime*
Fayam had gone back to obliterating the Capellan small grunts. It was here, finally, that several of his weapons made only empty clicking noises instead of roars. Several of his weapons had run out of ammo, as he hadn't restocked his ship since he got it. It still had a couple of nuclear torpedoes, but Fayam deemed it best to hold back on those, since they were rather expensive.
Anna had taken her attention back to the command ship. She wondered what was going on inside, but it would be reckless of her to charge in. True, her armour could take quite a beating, but it wasn't available to her. The same went for her weapon. Lost in thought, she awaited the reports.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen couldn't really believe what he heard. The first to escape...? That must mean there's something going on that was far worse than he expected.
A bunch of crooks after you...
Michen nodded slightly. To be honest, he could only escape because help popped up at just the right time. He wasn't sure how big the threat was... Would they search for him here?
From what I'd like to guess, they're probably Earth-operated. They won't come here unless they got a reason to. And since they have more targets, they won't focus on you for a while.
But the other ferals...
Michen just appeared to have zoned off into his own thoughts during this internal conversation with what he called this "second person" in his head. Though, to be honest, he did zone off for that. He just couldn't find the right words to say. There literally was a criminal organisation after sentient ferals... Like him. Part of the target group. A big target group. How many of them would they capture? It was enough to make him feel helpless, and the picture he was looking at did not help at all. He was worried. Not just about himself, but moreso about the entire target group he was part of.
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|Corusant, transport station|
New world, new posibilities.... blah blah blah. Fricking adds. I say as I get off the ship and step out. Damn, this really is an amazing city! Okay,,,, so I need.. I take out a little note from my pocket: Hmm... I don't see the adress that well... I should find a map or something I start walking around the city and asking random people
,,Good thing my parents are rich'' I whisper as I see a picture of the lower sector.
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*** Qo'nos Orbital Station ***
"To the shipyard. I need to talk to a technician about some buggy hardware. I think. That and some supplies." That was probably more than what Weaver needed to say. He was still unsure if his scanner was actually glitching or not.
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|Corusant, transport station|
Once the folf exited from his ship, an otter (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/78/bf/d4/78bfd45fe2c7203c9e8d410ed171ccfc.jpg) approached him. Then she checked her tricoder to ensure that she will pronounce the folf' name correctly.
"Hi. You must be Foderis Snydle, right? My name is Yakaboo, I'm here to meet and deliver you to the headquarter of Spark Industries. Follow me, please.". The otter said and the two made their way to a luxury speeder; then Yakaboo proceeded with programming the speeder. It was AI-based transport, so the interaction was minimal. Spark Industries makes everything in order to give their employers the best conditions to do the job as they know how does it impact the mood of the most. They can afford it after all. "I didn't read your profile, but my boss Edo has been waiting for your arrive impatiently. Said, you have intrigued him pretty much. Did you two talk before?"
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|Corusant, somewhere|
Hesitant, I step into the speeder:,, No actually, we haven't. I only got an invitation to come here for something to take care of,,, the note said ''You would be perfect for the job'' but not much else...'' I akwardly lay back in the speeder, my mind racing with ideas:,, And did you say he was intriuged by me? Flattering...'' I add and look out of the crystal clear window.
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*** Qo'nos Orbital Station ***
"Stand by," the Transporter Officer responded, tapping in commands to the console before him. There would be a glow of red light, Weaver would feel a dizzying sense of velocity and a slight tingling, and he was reappear at the shipyard transporter room.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Are you alright?" Mathayus asked Michen.
Jason lay curled up on his bed, and it was clear he was crying. Sniffling and whimpering could be heard.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Really?" Vitani responded. "And what might that be?"
*** Mongdrigo, Battleground ***
"Am I correct in assuming you're Brottleheim? Or merely one of his servants?" Malgus asked, approaching the creature, Lightsaber in hand.
*** Torgus Prime ***
"Commander, boarding parties report ship is almost under our control - Klingon Marines are hitting the engine room and hangars, our forces are closing in on the bridge... hang on... new message from down planetside - Torrentus' forces are getting hit hard by Capellan Armored Forces," the Comms officer reported. The XO turned to Anna.
"You could spearhead the ground assault yourself - or you could order some of our ships here in orbit down there, so you can sift through enemy databanks," he told her.
*** Corneria Spaceport ***
"It's not quite that simple, but let's get going; we can talk about Krystal along the way," Fox said, following Fel.
"Say, how fast is your ship?" Falco asked Fel as he followed suit.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"We were going to Coruscant anyway, to get this thing's ID tags changed and claim the bounty," Viktor responded. "What kind of cargo we talking about--" he stopped when he spotted the beast. "--Oh. Those things. Spyra, you seeing this? And who are we delivering this to?"
*** Coruscant Customs ***
"The supreme chancellor wishes to speak to you," the Zabrak said. "There is transport waiting outside to take you to the Senate Tower."
*** Coruscant ***
As the Folf and Otter were traveling through Coruscant's sky lanes, they were hit with an unexpected surprise: a Strange vessel (https://gamepedia.cursecdn.com/sto_gamepedia/thumb/0/06/Klingon_Bird-of-Prey_%28Norgh%29_alternate.jpg/800px-Klingon_Bird-of-Prey_%28Norgh%29_alternate.jpg?version=0b35af285993d7665926e01b302ad553) neither of them would likely recognize, bearing a red "XII" logo, de-cloaked, and the wings lowered into an attack configuration. The ship immediately fired wingtip-mounted Disruptors - and hit a leaving transport behind the speeder as ht was headed upwards.
*** Starship Stryker, Mos Eisely Approach ***
"We'll be landing in Mos Eisely Spaceport. Not the best place to land, but my contact is there. With luck, we'll be able to track down a sandcrawler - or the whereabouts of one - while we're there," K'Tath said. He piloted the craft to one of the open ports, and landed the ship.
*** Risa, Beachfront ***
Markus chuckled, then replied, "Malcom wanted to try and build one on his own. Don't worry, I can see him." He really could; their son was just a few yards away, working on his sandcastle.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Laylah slowly approached Jason, "What's wrong" She asked, drawling closer to the fox.(correct me on the species there if i'm wrong)
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Well it's kinda lonly in here so i wondered if you mind going out to eat?" Kylie asked.
*** Mongdrigo, Battleground ***
Rex stood his ground waiting for Malgus to make the first strike, despite his feelings towards the Sith, he did not want to anger the entire planet.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"I have no idea what that is, but it doesn't look too happy." Spyra replied.
*** Corneria Spaceport ***
"Good the sooner I get back the sooner i can take a long deserved break." Nari sighed, she'd been working hard for the last 48 hours and had hardly gotten any sleep.
** Starship Stryker, Mos Eisely Approach ***
"Shouldn't be too hard to find one." Colbalt replied, rubbing her eyes "It's not like they camoflauge them. I just hope we don't Run into those crazy tusken raiders."
*** Risa, Beachfront ***
"Wait, i thought...I must have been day dreaming." Krystal sighed, kinda missing being alone with Markus, but it wasn't exactly bad with Malcom, either. she linked with her son for a moment telepathically sending him what knowledge she had on sand castles which in her case was little more than sands consistency and a couple other things Tigress had taught her about building with 'dirt' or sand.
***Dragon'taan system Low Star orbit***
a lone fighter (https://wiki.hard-light.net/images/thumb/9/97/Uefkentauroi.jpg/480px-Uefkentauroi.jpg) flew close the star of the Dragon'taan system the pilot, a familiar Lynx, piloted the craft ,but for some reason was not even sweating, She actually was in quiet a comfortable environment. "Shields holding up hull integrity fine, I think i took a solar flare and the shields held up fine." The pilot said over a comm line she had to Dragon'taan. "Roger you can head back now, unless you feel more testing is required" Said Tigress Arcnon. "When you said this thing could fly next to a star, I thought you were crazy." Miyu replied "But now I wonder if this thing can fly straight into the star without being destroyed." Miyu replied. "Yeah well don't get any ideas i'd rather not lose your or the fighter it's still expirmental." Tigress replied.
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*** Corneria Spaceport -> Dragon'taan orbit***
"The warp drive of this ship has the warp factor of ten, meaning its speed is seventy-two light years per hour. For such a vessel it's a good speed I believe. It could be even higher, but I haven't seen better eezo engines than the one installed on this ship". The Turian explained to the bird while two were walking inside the ship. Once inside, Fel put his weapons into a locker, approached a holodeck and called EDI, who looks like a dragon. Initially, it was a woman, but then it was changed by Dranghyr' request. The AI helps Fel to maintain the ship and sometimes even pilot it. Yet a team of living creatures would still do the job better. "EDI, set the course on Dragon'taan and autopilot it on the maximum warp speed. Also, treat any request from the ship crew as mine. Execute now.".
The hologram of the dragon nodded and disappeared, leaving Fel and Star Fox team in the command room. Quite soon, the ship powered up its engines and departed off of the spaceport, and then Corneria' orbit. And after a while, the ship entered warp space. The grey alien decided to use the granted moment and decided to ask about Krystal before the team will spread across the living rooms.
"Fox, while we've got a few hours of spare time, what's wrong between you and Krystal? Tell me everything if possible". Fel said, once Normandy entered to the transwarp tunnel.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"This beast is supposed to be delivered on Nar Shaddaa, in the hands of a crime lord for his feast. I'd suggest to take it on Coruscant and pass the creature to animal rights activists. Maybe they even pay us something". Ori suggested and upon approached the cage with shanjaru, got a loud growl from the beast.
*** Coruscant, on the way to Spark Industries HQ***
"Yeah. Edo is a little weird, but a nice guy. And frankly, he treats people like us as Gods. Anthro people I mean. Says, he can't live without us or something like that. You'll see.". Otter said right before the attack of an unknown ship. Yakaboo has immediately turned on the cloaking device and using internal comlinks, initiated the communication with her headquarters. "This is Yakaboo! We're under attack, please send someone."
The respond was fast - quite soon a corvette (https://x3tc.net/x3_img_ship/28159e548f276sc.jpg) with "Spark Industries" logo, armed with three anti-proton turrets. After a quick identification and sending message to Yakaboo' speeder, the corvette engaged in a fight with a Klingon vessel by using tractor beam on it and bombard with its cannons, providing time for otter and folf to fly away.
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|Coruscant, on the way to Spark Industries HQ|
,,Oh really? How interesting" I respond, not looking back and still looking out. I see a black mass in the sky... :,, And I really can't wait to meet him! He just seems so interesting and cool and cut-"
I hear a loud bang from the outside and I curiously look outside.
"This is Yakaboo, we are under attack, please send help"
,,What is happening?" I ask Yakaboo as more shots miss us. She doesn't respond, but instead starts typing something in a terminal.
She does something, but I see no difference in the speeder.
,,If you don't mind, I will just.... Umm... Stay here, unmoving and not die, if that's okay?"
What did I get myself into?
I stay quiet and try not to get an episode while the "help" comes.
Doubt they will do anything. Why did I get on this?? And why are they attacking me? I am not important!
Right?
I close my eyes. Gripping the handle, I try to wait it out.
We escaped. Finally!!
,,WHAT WAS THAT?" I yell at Yakaboo.
That was mean
,,Sorry, I was just... Stressed. This is the first time that I WAS SHOT AT!"
I calm down and ask what was on my mind for some time:
,,Will I... Get an interview or something? And are we close?!"
My hand impatiently grabs the seat cover and rips it apart.
I look out again.
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*** Coruscant Customs ***
"The supreme chancellor wishes to speak to you," the Zabrak said. "There is transport waiting outside to take you to the Senate Tower."
"Supreme chancellor, eh?"
Damrosch stood there for a moment nodding and tipping the shiny black military cap at the Zabrak before walking back out to take the transport to this 'supreme chancellor'. He needed to actually the communicator he had so it could reach the General Secretary back on Venh.
*** Somewhere in Unexplored Space (changed from Char' orbit) ***
Helix was about to proceed to the Cube when his long-range sensors detected a Vengu ship. Apart from the fact that they were birds, the cyborg knew nothing. For some reasons, none of Rangers had any contact with them. That is why the information about the corvids was almost empty in the Rangers' network. Helix didn't know what he may expect from them, but apparently, he needed to let them know to not open the fire toward the Borg' Cube by no means as the cyborg is going to investigate the drifting ship. Therefore upon approaching the Borg' vessel, he has hailed the Vengu, using his long-range communication arrays.
"This is ranger Helix. I'm going to beam down to the Cube', please don't attack the ship. I appreciate any assistance, tho'.". Helix transmitted, then started to scan the Cube. Surprisingly for him, he couldn't find any active power signatures nor any life signs aboard. But for the cyborg, it was too early to rejoice. He wanted to inspect this ghostship by himself; hence, he started to adjusts his ship into transportation range.
The chattering communications between the ships went quiet as soon as the flagship relayed the message between them. Eventually, the chattering started again and one could see the faint blink of two of the orb-shaped starfighters being sent out to, hopefully, assist this 'ranger'.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen nodded softly, still not saying a word for the moment. But... Deep down, he knew his feelings. He wasn't all right. It hurt, knowing that so many people of a group he belonged to were in trouble. He had heard before somewhere that if one person of a group was in dire trouble, the entire group could feel that. Some spiritual shenanigan he heard, or so he thought. But... Now he noticed what was really meant by that. He could feel it too, and it was clearly visible on his face. Helplessness, sadness, anger... Almost like he could feel a fraction of what the sentient ferals that were locked up felt.
"Michen? It'll be all right..."
He looked to his left for a brief moment, just with his eyes. There, next to him, there was a female anthro arctic fox sitting on her knees. However, it was a fox with wolf ears. The "second person in his head". Now that was a sight for sore eyes. As far as he knew, he was the only one who could actually see this "voice" like this. He was also the only one who was able to hear her or touch her. Of course, she also wasn't really physically there. Other people would just walk right through "her", without being any the wiser that someone was actually there. Since this "second person" lived in Michen's mind, and was also part of Michen's mind, the snow leopard was pretty much the only person who could directly interact with her.
It wasn't magic, exactly, more of a mental companion. It wasn't an universal thing to have, not even for sentient ferals. At the same time, he was also far from the only one to have something like that. It was simply a rare thing, at least not before he became a giant icecube. That probably hadn't changed much, though. Not that the feral cared that much. Michen had always been an oddball, so to him, it was just another quirk on a list.
Still. Even with his "second person" here, he had the idea that he was helpless in his case. He was a little calmer now, sure, but he still couldn't help but feel at a loss of what to do.
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*Torgus Prime*
Anna said, "Hang on." She used a personal communicator to get a line to Johnny. "Hey, John. The orbit here is now safe enough to bring in Faith. When you arrive, you'll find a big-ass assault craft which I want you to hack and harvest." "You got it, cap." Anna nodded and said to the XO, "My copilot is now on the way to deal with the data. You leave one or two ships here to defend, the rest goes planetside to aid ground troops. NOW."
Fayam scratched his chin. There were still quite a lot of ships around, but there were also plenty of others to deal with it. He decided to go off and reload before going back. He fired up the engines and shot away to whatever civilisation was most nearby.
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*Mongdrigo, Battleground*
The Mongdrigan glanced over his shoulder. “N-No. A-A slave to Brottlheim. Does it accept th-” A great hook shot from the bowels of the dropship, biting deep into the slave’s shoulder and ripped him bodily back into the ship. He could be heard begging profusely, before being cut off by a horrible, wet crunch.
As Malgus was left waiting, that dark, evil chanting began to fill his head, as thunderous steps trudged towards the exit.
And the face Malgus saw emerged.
Brottleheim.
A titanic being, standing near twelve feet tall and six feet wide at the shoulders, fur stained red and scarred. A huge glowing axe sat on his hip, opposite to the several grimoires chained on his other side. His eyes were crazed, battle-hungry and wide. But, the chants didn’t emanate from the monster before Malgus.
Behind the titan, a meager, wretched thing shuffled. Its paws were folded in prayer, held to its chin. But, the face had no features upon it. Simply a twisted sheet of flesh where eyes, mouth and nose should be. But, it still looked at Malgus, Force-essence literally blooming from the creature.
Brottleheim scowled at Malgus and roared. “Do you accept the Rite of Combat?!”
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Alright, then let’s get on that ship.” He turned to his brother. “Damien, you stay out here and prepare for an assault once we get the prisoners free. I’m sure you can be more useful outside of a stealth approach.” Katin gestured towards his brother.
“Yeah yeah, just let me know when I can take these guys out. I’m getting more agitated about this whole thing by the minutes passing.” Damien turned to Grey, “So, you hangin back here with me or think you can help them out with the rescue mission there?”
Katin walked over to the alien hunter, “I promise, we’ll get your friends back.” He said balling his hand into a fist and pounding it at his chest, “You have my honored word.”
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"That depends on where you two need me the most." Grey responded honestly.
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|Coruscant, on the way to Spark Industries HQ -> Spark Industries HQ|
"I don't know. Edo doesn't have too many enemies in the Galactic Society. Not so many people know about X galaxy, let alone Xenon and the power they possess.". The otter said, watching the air duel between two ships. It was clear that Edo has sent the ship and Yakaboo knew it. It was a crewless vessel built upon the AI, supposed to help the X galaxy. Machines had got self-awareness too quickly, and systems were captured quite rapidly one by one. Luckily, the AI of the corvette wasn't so smart to raise a rebellion against his creators. "You will. But I'm pretty sure it may last be not too long as Edo was pretty confident about you.".
And so the couple were able to make their way into Spark Industries HQ landing pad, where then Yakaboo speeder was lowered inside the building. Once done, the otter led Foderis inside Edo' office. Along the wall, the Folf could notice, that walls are decorated with all kind of robots schematics and quotes from different books about artificial intelligence. Also, the floor where the two were walking was a kind of a museum with miniature copies of Xenon ships. Edo was behind a door, named 'Chief Robotics Engineer.' Otter softly knocked on the door, and after short 'Come in' from the human, the two appeared in Edo' room.
"Boss, this is Foderis. Shall I leave you two? I remember you wanted to talk to him badly.". Yakaboo carefully asked as Edo seems to be busy with something being turned to them with his back, standing next to a window and observing a battle in the sky. But only from a first look. And once the guy nodded, the otter retired.
"They keep calling me a boss even though I'm asking them to not call me like that.". Then Drex turned to Foderis and gave him a look. And in such position, the guy froze for a couple of minutes as the Folf looked very interesting for him. Maybe because the only thing Edo saw is Foderis' photo. "Hello, Foderis. As Yakaboo could tell you, I'm Edo, the leader of this small company. But tell me why such a beautiful creature like you has opted for work with machines? What's has attracted you in this?"
*** Somewhere in Unexplored Space ***
So, the Vengu decided to help the lone ranger. They could help simply by not shooting into the Cube, but Helix assumed, that one more friendly gun behind his back would be an excellent addition down there. In order to not delay the Cube investigation further, the cyborg turned on the cloaking device on his ship. Afterward, he turned off the life-supporting system for a longer duration of the cloaking device and beamed down on the Borg' vessel with his standard weapon loadout. Well, now a ghost vessel.
In a couple of seconds, Helix appeared in a machinery module with a lot of cables and unknown mechanisms, hanging from the ceiling. Turned on the night vision, he proceeded further, still trying to pick any signs of lifeforms. Then his attention has come across one of the access nodes. If he can make it operational, Helix should tap access to the central data systems. The cyborg has assumed, there must be a compatible micropower conductor somewhere in the module. Luckily, there was a generator in front of him, but when Helix tried to find out a control panel of the system, a Borg' body almost falls on him. Such a scene would probably scare any living creature a lot, but ranger has performed a dash to a side, aiming his gun on the body. But the object didn't move, meaning the Borg was dead. Otherwise, Helix' sensors could detect that Borg.
Helix waited a couple of minutes, then continued to try to bring the power of the module online back.
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|Coruscant, Spark Industries HQ|
As we walk through the hall, I curiously look at the floor and notice the different kinds of ships. I try to remember them, but forget them once we get through the door.
Oh, he looks interesting. Also smart. I stay silent while he talks with Takaboo.
He turns around.
My heartbeat starts accelerating and my mind races with thoughts
Who is he? Why is he looking at me like that? Why am I so shy all of a sudden? Did he notice?!
I nervously fix my pink and green hair and break out of my transe.
He talks in a fast and intricate way, and has a slight accent.
Did he just call me beautiful?!
,,Well... When I was a child, I was really outgoing. And I wanted to try things. I heard that there was a robotics class in my school and just... Well, I wanted to try it and fell in love. I was also very good. And...." I pause for a moment, and chose not to say what really happened:,,I got your letter, and came here.."
There is a moment of silence.
,,So... Why exactly did you call me, if I may know?" I look at him, clearly nervous and excited.
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*** Qo'nos Orbital Station ***
Weaver wasn't one to get motion-sickness, but he wasn't really used to transporters either. He took a second to re-orientate himself as to not fall out. He surveyed the area, flagging down the closest person he could see, "Hello. I was wondering if there was some technician I could hire for a little bit? I'm worried one of my systems may be glitching out."
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*** Coruscant Skies ***
The corvette-class vessel surprised the raider ship, but it did not stop it; it continued to attack leaving transports until the ship was attacked by a much larger vessel (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/46/01/3a/46013a7062b93d24d57bb46f2f98334b.png) that seemed to descend from the sky. The raider ship immediately broke off and headed for orbit - but was caught in the larger ship's tractor beam.
*** Coruscant Spaceport ***
Despite the battle that raged in the Coruscant skies, the transport would carry Damrosch to the senate tower, where an escort was waiting. "The Supreme Chancellor is waiting," the NCO of the group said. "Please follow us." They then turned and started for the Senate Tower entrance.
*** Qo'nos Orbital Station ***
As it happened, Weaver got the attention of a Romulan in a KDF-style uniform. "You're speaking to a head of a team of technicians, sir - what's the problem?"
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
The hunter made the same gesture and nodded.
"If we're going forward with this operation, I need a new crew - I doubt everyone on this crew will want to turn on Majestic 12, and we have many MJ12 sympathizers aboard," Steiner stated. "We need to secure this vessel, then crew it with soldiers that have no qualms attacking an MJ12 interest. I'd recommend asking one of the many ships here in orbit with us if they can spare some troops."
*** Mongdrigo, Battleground ***
"Indeed, I do," Malgus responded. He gripped his weapon tightly, ready to activate it at a moment's notice.
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
The crew acknowledged Anna, then turned several vessels planetward to aid Torrentus' ground forces. All available marines made ready to transport down.
*** Corneria Spaceport -> Dragon'taan orbit ***
Fox sighed as he sat down. "Not much to tell, really. She and I had an argument some years ago. Things got heated, emotional... I booted her off the team... never saw her again until after the Marauder War, when news began circulating about her accomplishments in the war."
"See, Foxy here tried to make amends with Krystal, but got cold feet and decided to keep his distance - more so now than before, after hearing about Krystal's husband," Farah chimed in.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"A good suggestion, but we gotta get to Coruscant, first," Viktor said. He accessed his comm unit. "Captain Horgus to Bridge - what's our ETA to Coruscant?"
"We will be arriving in orbit in less than five minutes, captain," came the mechanized voice. Viktor looked impressed.
"Wow. Transwarp Drive is fast." He looked to Spyra and Ori. "Can you two prep this stuff for delivery while I see to the ship's docking?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Jason kept crying, clutching a picture of a tusk cat. "Poor Sissi..." he sobbed.
Mathayus knelt down before Michen. "Hey - you're gonna be okay. You're among good people. You see anything suspicious, you can call on me."
***Dragon'taan system Low Star orbit***
Unexpectedly, another voice came over the fighter's radio: "General Suleyk to experimental craft - status report."
*** Risa, Beachfront ***
"He's turning into a fine young man," Markus commented softly to Krystal.
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport ***
After landing the Stryker, K'Tath gathered his equipment and headed for the boarding ramp. Waiting for Cobalt, he checked to make sure his energy shield was functional.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"I wouldn't mind," Vitani responded. "You have any place in mind?"
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*** Mongdrigo, Battleground ***
Rex gripped his DC-15A and aimed at the head of the large beast, trigger finger at the ready as he knelt down.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"I can try but i know nothing of the beast." Spyra replied looking into the creatures eyes.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Layleh approached Jason. "She may be past ,but do you think she'd want you crying all your life about it?" the hybrid dragon fox asked.
*** Risa, Beachfront ***
"Good i was hopeing the girls wouldn't be a bad influence on him after all, Tala's got that little quirk." Krystal replied.
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport ***
Cobalt in full armor, more to protect from the blazing suns and sand walked down the ramp tapping on some tablet in her hand. "Hmm.... I guess the twin suns have had more of an effect on the imperial sattalite network than i had anticipated." she said as she looked at her tablet.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Well if you don't mind being in space alot the Galatae has a few extra crew quaters left from when i converted some into droid repair and recharge bays." Kylie explained.
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*** Coruscant, Spark Industries HQ ***
Edo was watching the battle in the sky with interest. Attacker' ship and the next one, who attacked the first one, didn't tell him anything at all. Coruscant was one of the biggest business centers in the Galactic Society, and the battle could be a fight between different corporations. Such things were a regular occurrence on Nar Shaddaa, and sometimes, it happens here too. Still, Edo' main concern was that appearing of Klingon's vessel, and meeting with Foderis wasn't just a coincidence. But the young scientist couldn't figure why someone needed to kill a future Spark Industry' employee. There was no sense at all. Spark Industries wasn't such a big company that some of the largest robotics corporations wanted to destroy. Drex wanted to know, but for now, he simply decided to revoke the ship he sent. The Folf was here, and it was what matters.
"Because I need someone who can help with my travel into my homeworld. Someone young, eager to learn everything around artificial intelligence and robotics. Hence you. Besides, I like furries, so my choice was obvious.". Edo said, omitting the fact, he sees Foderis not just as his apprentice, but as a mascot. And Drex could swear, that in case of liberation of X galaxy, he would do anything to make his homeworld acceptable for creatures like Foderis. The thing is that his homeworld had a lack of species similar to anthro people. Yes, there were some aliens, but they looked not as lovely as furries. It was a moment when Edo has to admit, that in the case of anthro people, their appearance makes sense. "Now, if you don't have any question, let's proceed to the hangar and get out of here. I don't like what happened to you on the way here. No one ever tried to kill any of us and then this. This is wrong."
*** Dragon'taan orbit ***
"Husband, huh? Who is that brave guy? But that is why I guess you have to give her a clue. Or a hint, that she still matters for you. Let her notice you.". Fel said watching on the galactic map and how the ship flows on its way. It was the first moment when he noted that he was still alone. The Turian had never crush on anyone, and he was trained to feel no love. Agents like him can't have any relationships as it may put in a great danger his job and affect his demeanor. And thus he may fail. Because Fel is always trying to be the first-class DMC' intelligence agent, he will always put DMC' interests above his own. Even though if it's mean to be alone forever. XIII had never actually think about a thing like love as per se. Thanks to Fox, the Turian might start now, but he was wondering who in the entire Galaxy would love such a militant guy like him.
A little later, EDI' voice has come into the action and notified, that the ship about to land. It was the time to plan the next steps on the planet' surface. That's why Fel commanded to the vessel' AI to connect with Bellator once Normandy comlink arrays are in the range of establishing comlink channels.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"The beast is good as is. Keep it in the cage. As once being released, she will tear apart anyone. These creatures fear nothing.". Ori playfully said before she exited from the room with shanjaru. Things she spot in the next room surprised her even more. There were crates full of Ayatan sculptures, filled with the amber and cyan stars. Although the pirates failed in the battle against Viktor' team, they certainly knew where to look for treasures. And how to bypass Orokin traps and security systems in order to get it which were pretty deadly, let alone monsters inside the ruins. The number of people who tried to get Orokin treasures counts thousands. "My oh my, look on this beauty. Ayatan sculptures. I feel sorry for those guys. They have just lost three millions of energy credits."
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*Mongdrigo, Battleground*
“Very good,” the titan bellowed. “It’s been too long since I’ve had a real fight!” Brottleheim waved a massive paw, and several smaller ramps dropped from the hull of the ship. Column by column, countless warriors marched out, each dressed in various uniforms from other powers. Rex would recognize a few 212th and 501st armors, now sullied with barbaric markings. Malgus would spot even a few of his own devoted flock’s armor. It was apparent that the war machine Brottleheim commanded was far reaching and long lived.
The first of the barbarians charged with a hellacious war cry, followed in turn by his comrades. They clashed with the Mongdrigans, firing, cutting, slicing and biting. A tidal wave of angered flesh and twisted metal. Yet, they gave Malgus a wide berth, just out of saber range. Brottleheim waded through his horde, drawing upon his power axe. “Wield your blade, curr!” Cried the behemoth as he entered the empty circle around the old Sith. “I will add your pelt to my collection!”
Indeed, the war boss’s armor was well covered in tanned skins, supposedly of worthy opponents that fell before his blade.
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*** Coruscant Spaceport ***
Despite the battle that raged in the Coruscant skies, the transport would carry Damrosch to the senate tower, where an escort was waiting. "The Supreme Chancellor is waiting," the NCO of the group said. "Please follow us." They then turned and started for the Senate Tower entrance.
Damrosch walked behind him, managing to get a strong enough connection to the General Secretary. This situation intimidated him ever so slightly, a new leader meant he had to be on his best so he wouldn't damn their reputation insofar.
*** Somewhere in Unexplored Space ***
So, the Vengu decided to help the lone ranger. They could help simply by not shooting into the Cube, but Helix assumed, that one more friendly gun behind his back would be an excellent addition down there. In order to not delay the Cube investigation further, the cyborg turned on the cloaking device on his ship. Afterward, he turned off the life-supporting system for a longer duration of the cloaking device and beamed down on the Borg' vessel with his standard weapon loadout. Well, now a ghost vessel.
In a couple of seconds, Helix appeared in a machinery module with a lot of cables and unknown mechanisms, hanging from the ceiling. Turned on the night vision, he proceeded further, still trying to pick any signs of lifeforms. Then his attention has come across one of the access nodes. If he can make it operational, Helix should tap access to the central data systems. The cyborg has assumed, there must be a compatible micropower conductor somewhere in the module. Luckily, there was a generator in front of him, but when Helix tried to find out a control panel of the system, a Borg' body almost falls on him. Such a scene would probably scare any living creature a lot, but ranger has performed a dash to a side, aiming his gun on the body. But the object didn't move, meaning the Borg was dead. Otherwise, Helix' sensors could detect that Borg.
Helix waited a couple of minutes, then continued to try to bring the power of the module online back.
The ships simply made slow circles around the cube, weapons deactivated and small lights looming over parts they passed.
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*Some random spaceport*
Fayam didn't even care where he had arrived. He went down planetside to restock ammo. The bill just made him sigh.
*Torgus Prime*
Anna nodded as the Faith appeared on scene, shooting an occasional enemy away. It took its place next to the assault carrier and inside, Johnny stretched his fingers before starting his hack. "This will be good," he mumbled while rattling away on the keyboard, trying to circumvent any digital defenses. Her attention shifted planetside, where Zealo had taken a stance next to the marines, sniping enemies with laser fire from a high vantage point.
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|Courscant, Spark Industries HQ|
,,Yes. I am in fact young" I say, trying to make a joke, but after he doesn't laugh, I stay silent.
,,Yeah.. but I aren't hurt from the battle. Just a little shook.. and sure, we can go now."
He opens the door to the left of me. The door looks like it is made out of some kind of metal, iron or germanium. It seems to be painted to represent the color of maple, but the right top edge is a little scraped. The door opens up to a white corridor with gray tiles, giving off a "hospital' kind of feel. We start walking through it.
Our shoulders are gently touching with every step, and the steps are fast and intricate, just like his speaking.
He seems to be leaning into me... Maybe I'm just imagining things
There are other people walking in the hall, mainly technicians and handymen, making their daily routine. Some choose to say hi, others stay silent. I make sure to smile back at every one of them in sign of a greeting. We get to the door to the hangar. Edo tipes something fast in the keypad next to the door. The door opens and we step in.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen nodded. "I know I'm safe..." Yet, somewhere inside he couldn't fully shake away the feeling that he wasn't entirely safe here. He felt his "second person's" hand on his shoulder.
Hey... It'll be all right...
The snow leopard sighed. Was there nothing else it could say?
Was there anything else worth saying? There's nothing else to it. And there's nothing we can do. Not against people like those.
Well, there was one thing he could do. Though, it wasn't helping with fighting against a criminal organisation and helping others escape... But it would help with putting his mind off of things. "Hey, Mathayus? Mind if I explore the mansion a bit further?"
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*** Qo'nos Orbital Station ***
"Nothing major," Weaver said, straightening himself up somewhat, "My scanner might be glitching. There's a signal it keeps picking up, but it keeps fading in and out. It's either some error or one of the weirdest anomalies I've seen."
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*** Qo'nos Orbital Station ***
Weaver's comment immediately elicited a look of concern from the Romulan. "A signal that keeps fading in and out, you say?" he asked.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Nah, help yourself," Mathayus responded. "Mind the kids, though. I think my nephew's son, Jason, wants to be left alone - he recently had to bury his pet Tusk Cat."
Jason paused, then rolled over to face Leylah. "Who are you?" he asked.
*** Some random spaceport ***
Fayam was immediately approached by a pair of Cardassians wearing the attire of the Detapa Council. "That him?" one asked. The other consulted a datapad, and nodded.
"He matches the description," the other said. They both walked to Fayam. "Are you the bounty hunter, Fayam?"
The other scoffed. "He matches the description, yet you're still asking him if he is who we think he is. That's rich."
*** Torgus Prime ***
The marines began beaming down planetside, and engaging the Capellan forces. Trouble was, they brought a few Battle-Mechs to the fight - a full lance of medium mechs, which was proving troublesome for Torrentus' forces to deal with.
*** Senate Tower, Coruscant ***
The soldiers would lead Damrosch through the brightly-lit and elegant halls of the senate tower, through winding hallways until they came to the office of the Supreme Chancellor. "Let me give you one piece of advice," the NCO told Damrosch said. "Be honest. She has seen more than most politicians have in their entire lives, and knows more than what her appearance lets on." Without a further word, they walked into the office. "Supreme Chancellor, the off-worlder has arrived.
Standing before the elongated window behind the desk at the far end of the room was a woman wearing a bright white, but still ornate and decorated, robe. She was thin, and her hair was showing signs that it was turning grey. "Thank you, Sergeant. Give us a moment alone, please," she said, her voice having a clear English accent to it The soldiers bowed, and left Damrosch alone. "I apologize for the securtity - but with the Sith Covenant on the warpath and now reports of a new threat on the horizon, not to mention Zaarin's Empire probing us every so often, we have more enemies than we used to. We can't be too careful with security." She turned to face Damrosch, giving him a clear view of her face (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/b/b7/MP-MonMothma.png/revision/latest?cb=20140411234654). "I'm Supreme Chancellor Mon Mothma. Captain Daniels alerted me of your arrival. He also said your sudden appearance caused some initial tension in orbit, but that was worked out; what he did not tell me, was what brought you here. May I ask your name, and the reason for your visit to Coruscant?"
*** Mongdrigo, Battleground ***
Malgus activated his lightsaber with a snap-hiss!
"Will you, now? We shall see who does what today," he said, putting himself in a combat stance.
*** Dragon'taan orbit ***
"The 'husband' Foxy here is so afraid of is none other than Lord-Admiral Markus Tokarev," Falco said. "Man's a legend - right up there with Kyle Indari himself. Spearheaded operations that make ours look like child's play. He took down the Sargasso pirates with his fleet - alone, I might add - which was something even the Cornerian Deefense Forces had never been able to do. He has so much under his belt, but--"
"--But unlike me, Markus has childhood history with Krystal. They knew each other as kids. And before he started dating Krystal, Markus was doing what I am now - keeping his distance from Krystal. But a chance meeting between them on Drozana Station put them on the path that lead to them marrying - and having three children," Fox said. "As happy as I am with Farah, there are days I miss Krystal. But I cannot - and will not - jeopardize the family she has."
General Bellator, having received Fel's signal, opened a channel and hailed his ship.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"I think I know a guy who would pay top credit for these," Viktor said to Ori. He bumped her playfully. "Not only did we steal a pirate ship, we stole its cargo! Helluva payout..."
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
"How so?" K'Tath asked as he started for his contact's location.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Vitani smiled. "As much as I like that, what about the IKV Furiam? I can't just abandon it."
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm Layleh, Your mother thought we should talk." The pink Dragon fox said standing where she was not approching Jason. "I know it's sad to see someone you love go, but you need to be strong and move on." Layleh added with a sigh as she looked to the floor then shut her eyes...
*** Torgus Prime ***
All ships in orbit would pick up a subspace rift opening out came an Odd ship (https://static.turbosquid.com/Preview/2014/05/24__18_07_13/soyuz1b.jpg422afb41-c745-46cf-bd1f-7b969d1585d0Original.jpg) sporting the logo of the NCC. "Somebody call in for battlemech support?" hailed the captain of the Fox fire a flame fur patterned Fox said as she stood on the bridge."This is the NCC Fox Fire Reporting as requested."
*** Dragon'taan orbit ***
"His bark isn't as bad as his bite, if you know what i mean." Nari noted...
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
"Not getting a good feed exactly," Cobalt pointed out.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"I could probably fit in one of the larger bays on the Galatae, or there are the space docks." Kylie pointed out.
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*** Borg' Cube, Somewhere in Unexplored Space ***
Continuing his investigation, Helix has found a portable micropower generator and attached it to the primary data systems grid controls. It was pretty enough to power up the nearest console in order to get logs of the vessel and the map by plugging in data cables on his head. According to records, the Cube visited a planet named Mobius which was in eighty parsecs from the current place. The Borg tried to assimilate the locals and failed. However, while retreating, they had taken a Chaos Emerald which the Borg discovered during the assimilation campaign in a local temple. Then they fell back with an item they found, and after that point, no more entries in the journal are presented. The Emerald was marked on the ship' map, so this where Helix then went further.
*** Coruscant, Spark Industries HQ -> Secret Hangar, North Coruscant ***
And so the couple entered the underground monorail platform. Then Edo called a car and together with Foderis, they traveled to the North part of the planet on high speed. That is the actual hangar located a little further from the company headquarters just for security reasons. If bad guys waiting on you outside of the building, you could simply travel to another place with the monorail and safely left the system. They won't even notice that you were gone.
"How stress-resistant are you? And deal with a long stay in Space? See, we're going to travel to my homeworld. Hostile AI-based ships called Xenon currently occupying that place. Hence I'm afraid that there will be moments where we may engage in dangerous situations. And since Xenon' ships don't understand our language, making it impossible to negotiate with them, we should rely on our skills only. And this is where our actions shouldn't be affected by our emotions". Edo asked while they were on the way to the hangar. The point behind the question was a terrible experience in the past with his emotions. And the AI scientist didn't want this to happen it again.
*** Dragon'taan orbit ***
"Now that changes the entire situation. But since we need a new Great Fox, we need Krystal. Provided Nari doesn't know anyone else who could help with a new carrier.". The Turian said and switched to talk with the general following by salute. Maybe he can help with Star Fox little problem because XIII didn't want to mess with Tokarev. He had nothing personal with the Lord, nor with the Cerinian vulpine. The DMC operative wanted simply cut the time which may occur while figuring out relationships. "Greetings, general. Fel Dranghyr, DMC' infiltrator talks to you. I've got some encrypted data from Tal Shiar, taken on Corneria. I don't have measures to decrypt it, and I believe that information inside might be helpful for you only. Could you meet me in the Military District? So I can pass it to you."
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"Roses are red; violets are blue. Pirates are losers, and this is true.". Ori cheerfully responded on Viktor speech before turning to him completely. "I guess they had robbed too many people and we were their karma. Now... would you like me to do something else, captain?"
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*Mongdrigo, Battleground*
Brottleheim made his move, crossing the field much faster than someone his size should have. He brought the axe across in a blur, either catching Malgus off-guard with a vicious slash, or throwing the Sith back if he blocked the swing. Brottleheim would follow the attack up with a charge, aiming to throw a wild haymaker with his empty armored paw.
The faceless thing, meanwhile, stared Ahsoka down. It’s head cocked to one side, then the other, studying her.
Around them, the war raged. The Mongdrigans clashed with the horde, blades singing and weapons barking. Mechanical units pounded flat the earth and whatever was underfoot, tons of armor bearing down on the unfortunates. One mech, a particularly close-range-equipped individual, had pushed deep through the melee, seeking to board the landing craft. He turned to shout in victory.
Then, in a flash, a new-type mech stood beside the Mongdrigan, who’s mech shuddered, collapsed, and exploded. This new mech was bipedal, humanoid in appearance. In one hand it held a massive rifle, chambered in an unholy caliber. In the other, it held what appeared to be a saber hilt, though no blade extended from it. The chassis was sleek, sloped like a fighter jet, as was the head-piece. A single, glaring red ocular sensor swept the field, before the mech shot off, propelled by inlayed high-output maneuvering thrusters. It bore down on another Mongdrigan walker, that massive rifle belching death upon anyone not fast enough to find cover. Even the horde suffered losses from the apparently rogue mech.
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*Some spaceport*
Fayam sighed and grumbled, "Yeah, it's me. Is it urgent? I'm restockin' to ruin villains at Torgus Prime!"
*Torgus Prime*
Anna asked casually, "Nice, but uh... can't we just blast those things with our spaceship guns?"
Zealo reacted by changing the coil on his gun. He switched out a triple coil for a bigger, singular one. This effectively turned his gun into a long-range laser cutter.
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|Coruscant, Spark Industries HQ --> Secret Hangar, N. Coruscant|
What a lovely little path to safety! I think as we enter the monorail. The car itself was a little too small, making me have to practically lean on Edo. That made me a little embarrassed, so I moved a little and leaned on the door instead.
Oh, stress....
I think back at The Night, and that makes me a little worried, but all I say back is:,,Yeah! I am pretty resistan- wait what do you mean by that? Why should we be emotionless?" Taken back by the request, I press myself onto the door, and it suddenly opens.
WHAT THE-
I grab the seat quickly, but after a couple of seconds I am forced to let go. I pull myself harshly into the vehicle with all my strength, and I fall onto Edo. The door shuts behind me.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen nodded to the fox. "All right, will do." After that, Michen left the room the way he came in, still thinking about what happened. Now where should he explore first...?
How about... We start with the room you left your badge in?
That actually sounded fair. If he had one or two points of recognisition, things would be a lot easier. Some good places to start would be that room... And the main entrance. Maybe look for that first. But he still had to remain careful... Even from the outside, it seemed like you could get lost easily in a house like this.
Keeping that in mind, Michen first made his way back to the place he slept in less than an hour ago. From there, he would have a better point of reference to start with. From there... Where was the main entrance or the room he left the badge in?
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*** Qo'nos Orbital Station ***
"Uh... yeah. Weird isn't it? I thought I was onto something when I realized I could just have been chasing something that didn't exist. That's why I wanted a quick systems check. " Weaver also needed fuel and food, but this probably wasn't the person to talk to for that.
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*** Qo'nos Orbital Station ***
The Romulan paused for several seconds before saying, "Take me to your ship - I'll take a look." Before Weaver could move, however, the Romulan gripped his shoulder and whispered in his ear, "I am not sure your equipment is faulty; we've been getting that same signal. Only active for a brief time before vanishing. The pattern indicates a cloaked ship, but the modulations are like no cloaking device we've seen before." He then released Weaver's shoulder and motioned his head for the transporter room. "We can take the transporter to your ship."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I know..." Jason said. "... it just hurts. Sissi and I have been through a lot together." He looked to Leylah. "Where did you come from? And how did you get to the Manor?"
The manor would seem massive to Michen, but not a maze; finding that which he sought would be easy enough. It was as Michen was wandering that Anna - a pink-scaled Dragonarian woman - happened across him. She frowned, confused. "Uh, honey - did we take in a feral?" She called out to Kyle.
"Uh, not that I know of, why?" Kyle called back from Mathayus' chambers.
"Let him be, Anna - that's Michen," Mathayus said.
"Oh, he's the--Okay," Anna responded, comprehension dawning. She looked to Michen. "Sorry, but Mathayus didn't say you'd be a feral."
*** Dragon'taan orbit ***
"Certainly," Draco agreed to it. "I'm already headed that way, anyway."
"Is that...?" Slippy said in an almost surprised tone.
"Yes, Slip - that was General Draco Bellator," Falco sighed. "No need to go into fanboy mode every time you hear his voice."
"I'm sure we don't need to tell you of General Bellator's exploits, since you work with the man," Fox said as he approached Fel from behind, apparently unaware that Draco was still on the screen.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"Well, there's--" Viktor began.
"Bridge to Cargo Bay - better get up here, Captain; we're approaching Coruscant," a droid crewman said over the intercom. Viktor grumbled, but nonetheless replied, "On my way." In an aside directed at Spyra and Ori, he commented, "That was fast... well, let's go - we all need to be present for this to claim the... bounty, or whatever it is on this ship." He then started for the bridge.
*** Torgus Prime ***
"We didn't," Rhea commented. "Our Romulan friends down planetside probably did."
"Too close to allied forces for the guns on this ship," the XO said. "Too much potential for collateral damage." he started working on his console. "But there are a few ECM tricks I know that'll screw with the Capellan Mechs..."
*** Some Spaceport ***
"Torgus Prime is important, but the Detapa Council needs your help," the more cordial Cardassian said.
"If he's busy, he's busy, we can catch him later," the other said. "Let's get moving before--"
The cordial Cardassian snapped off something harsh in his native tongue, and his companion shut up. The cordial Cardassian handed Fayam a small device with a set of coordinates. "When you have time, meet with the council there." They both left, seemingly in a hurry.
*** Mongdrigo, Battleground ***
Contrary to expectations, Malgus displayed superior agility and balance, dodging the blow, then rushing up the shaft of the axe before force-jumping straight up to run his blade over Brottleheim's face and left eye, back-flipping, using the force to push himself away and landing some distance out of Brottleheim's reach.
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
"See if you can clean up the signal while I'm in here," K'Tath suggested as he stepped toward a cantina.
"But can the bays on the Galatae fit the wingspan of a K'Vort-class Bird-of-Prey?" Vitani asked.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"umm.. you mom brought me in." Layleh explained, honestly
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"Wait what am I getting out of this?" Spyra asked as she followed along changing her form to her white anthro wolf form feeling she'd fit in better. "wish i had some of that fancy armor you have." She commented.
*** Torgus Prime ***
"Well then, I don't suppose you mind if we, even the odds." the vixen replied " Beta Star prepare for hot drop!"
within minutes 5 large 'pods' would launch from on the fox fires docked dropships, sending Omnimech support planetside, pods protecting the mechs inside from the heat of reentry suddenly the klingons and other forces fighting the capellans would find 5 allied omnimechs on theri side 2 fully armed Timberwolf/MAdcat Omnimechs an Adder/Puma a Kitfox/Uller and an Arctic Cheetah/Hankyu joined the fight.
*** Mongdrigo, Battleground ***
Rex although not as agile as the two jedi backed off from the monster observing it's fighting pattern as well as the odd faceless creature nearbye, from a relativly safe distance though the large creature could likely close quickly on him, if it weren't busy with Malgus.
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
"I'll look into it" Cobalt said, following along as she worked with her tablet like device to try and clear up the noise and use what available satellites she could
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Yeah I once fit a Vor'cha class in one of the lower docking bays... this is an assault carrier." Kylie replied
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*** Secret Hangar, N. Coruscant ***
"Because... Have you ever been trying to survive an assault in Space from several attacks and keep your ship working at the same time?". Edo asked, trying to help the young Folf to get a better understanding of 'stress-resistant' term. Of course, there was no mentioning about ship piloting in Foderis' profile. But Edo' sentence had described a situation which may take place in the X galaxy. And back there, Drex has had a couple of such spooky cases. And he didn't want to repeat them.
Then happened a thing, way better than even during destroying a Xenon I ship (the dreadnought, the largest one from the Xenon' armada). Course, Edo' mind was full of thoughts about why the door opened while it had an electronic lock. But when the Folf fell on him, the warmth and softness of his body forced the human to forget what has just happened. And until the couple arrived at the Hangar, Edo was petting the hybrid for the rest of the trip. And Edo promised himself that he needed more things like this.
"Are you okay, friend? I could've lost you a moment ago. And I wouldn't forgive myself for this.". The human said, slowly running with his hand over Foderis' head, enjoying each moment. He doesn't want the thing to end but of course, returning his galaxy to the owner was more important.
Upon arriving, the couple proceeded to the actual hangar, where Edo' frigate (https://steamuserimages-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/961981176669920527/A44D8C5D248BFF9C8259454CBE41570B9CE90571/?imw=1024&imh=576&ima=fit&impolicy=Letterbox&imcolor=%23000000&letterbox=true) was residing. It was time to check drones (https://cdna.artstation.com/p/assets/images/images/014/349/050/large/dirk-schumacher-img-fightingdrone-02.jpg?1543592917) and load them into frigate' bay. That is where Foderis' help will be needed.
*** Dragon'taan orbit -> Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Understood, sir. Will be waiting for you there, sir". The Turian said and terminated his comlink channel with Draco. Next Fox' sentence, Fel interpreted more like a joke. Being Marauder Corps' operative (actually N7 unit), he was quite experienced when it comes about talking with high-ranked people. Hence XIII added farther, smirked. "You said it like I'm not DMC operative at all. Course, I know who General Draco Bellator is, Fox. N-seven agents are perfectly aware of DMC's high ranked staff."
If there were any further talks, the SSV Normandy' landing has abrupted them. The planet itself wasn't a pinnacle of natural beauty like Naboo. However, the majesty of the planet and its glory past makes this place impressive for everyone who was being here at least once. Upon the landing, Fel and his company have followed to the place where Dranghyr had agreed with Draco. Course, the datapad with encrypted data was along with the DMC' operative.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser ***
"Is there something I may help with? I know we hadn't explored all storage rooms on the ship. But if that needed, I can do.". Ori asked while following Viktor. Spyra' transformation has attracted female Orokin' attention, so the galaxy-skinned asked. "What else forms you can take?"
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“We can do that. If it’s possible we can even teleport some of our own men from planetside to assist. We’ve got able hands and fierce warriors that would be honored to assist.” Katin said.
“In the meantime, I can go along the ship with some assistance to round up any who are against the MJ12 to put together a stable crew. I’m sure some of these guys have a bone to pick.” Damien said with a determined grin. He walked up to Grey, “To be honest, you’re probably more needed in the fight than this crew collection. I appreciate the help you’ve been giving us. Maybe you can get in contact with the other ships and their command for assistance?”
“Silrus,” Katin spoke, “What would you have of me? I’m not very intelligent in these space quarrels but I have many skills that can be of use for stealth.”
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*** Senate Tower, Coruscant ***
The soldiers would lead Damrosch through the brightly-lit and elegant halls of the senate tower, through winding hallways until they came to the office of the Supreme Chancellor. "Let me give you one piece of advice," the NCO told Damrosch said. "Be honest. She has seen more than most politicians have in their entire lives, and knows more than what her appearance lets on." Without a further word, they walked into the office. "Supreme Chancellor, the off-worlder has arrived.
Standing before the elongated window behind the desk at the far end of the room was a woman wearing a bright white, but still ornate and decorated, robe. She was thin, and her hair was showing signs that it was turning grey. "Thank you, Sergeant. Give us a moment alone, please," she said, her voice having a clear English accent to it The soldiers bowed, and left Damrosch alone. "I apologize for the securtity - but with the Sith Covenant on the warpath and now reports of a new threat on the horizon, not to mention Zaarin's Empire probing us every so often, we have more enemies than we used to. We can't be too careful with security." She turned to face Damrosch, giving him a clear view of her face (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/b/b7/MP-MonMothma.png/revision/latest?cb=20140411234654). "I'm Supreme Chancellor Mon Mothma. Captain Daniels alerted me of your arrival. He also said your sudden appearance caused some initial tension in orbit, but that was worked out; what he did not tell me, was what brought you here. May I ask your name, and the reason for your visit to Coruscant?"
"I am Komisar Damrosch. I am simply establishing direct contact between you and our leader as you are the first one we have stumbled upon."
He held his holo-communicator, silently placing it on the ground and stepping off to the side so he wouldn't interrupt the contact between these two leaders. After a small wait the hologram displayed the live image of a Vengu sitting in a office, two large flags draped next to the large windows behind them, Damrosch decided to introduce Mon to the General Secretary.
"This is General Secretary Dvosye."
Dvosye was a female Vengu, unmasked due to the fact that she was just chilling in the atmosphere of the homeworld. One could take a little bit more from their biology this way, very similar to corvids but with a more sharp-looking beak and white-ish markings below their eyes.
"Ahh. I'm guessing that you are the uhhh.... 'Grand Chancellor', yes?"
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|Secret Hangar, N. Coruscant|
,,Sorry! Sorry sorry! I am really sor-"
He isn't protesting or moving... I think as I lay on top of him, My paws gently resting on his chest. He looks at me, and pulls me close.
Why doesn't he mind?
I blush faintly as he pets my head, and I tilt it out of enjoyment.
I shouldn't be doing this...
His voice sounds so loving...
,, It's okay... I still liked this" I answer back and smile.
I still feel tense and awkward as we get out of the vehicle.
,,Oh, so this is your bad boy?" I say as we step into view of his ship.
,,Okay. I can check." I go over to the control panel and release one drone. I take it in my hand.
,,Sooo, the exoskeleton seems to be okay,, the cameras are fine, so are the wings.." I press one panel and the endoskeleton opens up:,,The wires are fine, so is the endoskeleton,, no malfunctions or damage..." I take out the small chip in the core of the drone:,,And the chip isn't fried. Everything seems in order with this one"
(...)
2 hours later, After finally being done with the drones, I sit on the ground, exhausted. Edo sits next to me:,, Anything else you want me to do?"
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*** Qo'nos Orbital Station ***
Weaver nodded, "It should have a debug log, if that would help with the uh... issue." He hoped that his secret message got across, and that he wasn't just making himself look like a deaf idiot. He then headed towards the transporter with the technician. Weaver's ship, The Endeavor, was based off of a science-class vessel. It had some top-notch equipment for detection and analysis, but it was unlikely that the ship's equipment was better than the military's. It may have caught something new though.
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*Mongdrigo, Battleground*
As Malgus made to push himself away from the titan, a gigantic gauntlet lanced out and grabbed the old Sith’s leg at the shin, and whipped him straight into the ground. Brottleheim glowered at the prostrate Sith, before throwing him back across the arena. The wounded side of his face did not bleed, though the eye had reddened considerably. Tiny red crystals grew across the slash, even as the monster’s flesh attempted to heal. “I’ll give ya that, Sith,” Brottleheim spat. “You’re fast.” He wheeled the axe around, gouging the floor. “I’ll just have to be faster.”
The thing staring down Ahsoka took a step forward, folding its claws behind its back. “Interesting, Tano,” a voice chuckled in her head. “You were once a Jedi, and you stand now beside a Sith.” He brought a claw to his chest. “A turn of coat? Or did Anakin draw you in? Sided with a child murdering traitor. Tsk tsk tsk.”
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*** Borg' Cube, Somewhere in Unexplored Space ***
Continuing his investigation, Helix has found a portable micropower generator and attached it to the primary data systems grid controls. It was pretty enough to power up the nearest console in order to get logs of the vessel and the map by plugging in data cables on his head. According to records, the Cube visited a planet named Mobius which was in eighty parsecs from the current place. The Borg tried to assimilate the locals and failed. However, while retreating, they had taken a Chaos Emerald which the Borg discovered during the assimilation campaign in a local temple. Then they fell back with an item they found, and after that point, no more entries in the journal are presented. The Emerald was marked on the ship' map, so this where Helix then went further.
Disregarding Helix, the Vengu sent in a troop transport to investigate further and take whatever they deemed interesting for themselves. Though they weren't intending to exchange any fire they were certainly prepared for any possible dangers the cube could've contained, up to and including that "ranger". Upon first landing the 10 Marines decided to check around and see what loot they could possibly salvage.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
As Michen walked around, he found that EVERYTHING was big about this place. That actually made it much easier to navigate than he expected. Still he could only imagine playing hide-and-seek here...
He stopped in his tracks when he heard the bright-pink dragon talking about him, not moving until she spoke to him directly. "It's fine. I guess people don't come across a sentient feral everyday," Michen said as a reply. Come to think of it, he hadn't seen that many on Earth either... They really were a minority. And he still remembered, back before he got frozen in, how he felt like he was a minority, in a minority, in...
You can stop now, that line of thinking ain't working.
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*Some spaceport*
Fayam frowned. He thought, what was that all about? Detapa Council? It's almost as if everyone needs my help nowadays. ...Hm. I wonder... But... Barely realising it, he had begun thinking out loud. "Will Torgus Prime be OK without me? Well, they definitely seem to have support aplenty. ...Ugh, fine." With his ship restocked and ready, he jumped back in his ship and punched the coordinates in the autopilot.
*Torgus Prime*
Anna smiled. "Really...? Now that's what I like to hear. Do get cracking."
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*** Secret Hangar, N. Coruscant ***
"Actually yes. If you never used jetpack or never held a weapon in your hand, it's a great time to try it out. Both things are in the armory - once you enter the ship proceed behind the lift, there will be a room next to the command center. Use this card, and it will open the door. Pick a ballistic weapon you like and use the nearest wall here for practice. Also, check out living rooms and take one you like the most. This ship is going to be your new home for a long time. Or until we won't liberate half of my homeworld.". Drex said and handed an electromagnetic card to Foderis. He trusted his new partner, so he hadn't any doubt granting him access to a room with some dangerous weapon like a disposal nuclear rocket launcher. Sadly, Edo didn't have time to test by himself. It must be quite useful in planetary operations against hostile machines.
While the purple-blue folf was busy with getting familiar to the new stuff, the scientist decided to check the hull integrity of the Cerberus Vanguard, Edo' frigate. He ignited a cigarette and went to the captain bridge. It wasn't big as the most vessel of similar class because it had only three consoles and a chair for the captain. But everyone who ever got a hand on managing Argon' frigates could note, that their ships are quite easy to operate from one place. At least for the navigation part. Luckily, Edo' has equipped his spacecraft with autopilot, and navigation computer has the latest galactic map. There was a question about operating the ship' armaments because they require an operator. But Edo though, that later on, Foderis can fulfill this role and can become a gunner. Drex can't maintain engines and shoot at the same time. Also, he has some issues with his vision, so Edo' aim skills are worse than his partner.
*** Borg' Cube, Somewhere in Unexplored Space ***
In the next hall of the Cube, Helix has encountered a nasty surprise. There was a really big room (https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Borg_cube?file=Borg_cube_interior,_remastered.jpg) full of drones in their life-support system. Helix' computing system counted five thousand, but the wall continues further. Actually, there were eleven thousand. And they were all along the wall, up to the ceiling. The thing is that Borg Collective' ships are highly decentralized in structure so drones can be encountered across the vessel all the way around. Hence, the ranger wasn't sure if those drones were dead or in hibernation mode. Because if they wake up, Helix and Vengu company might not survive their assault. And the last ones will be assimilated. Of course, the cyborg couldn't let it happen and wanted to left this ship as soon as possible. Then the Vengu can obliterate the vessel or whatever they want to do.
Passed the central room quickly, Ranger has encountered another surprise. The desired room was behind a closed door. Luckily, Helix was strong enough to open it using brute physical force. Inside there was a room with a locker and a console. Since it was protected by the Borg' encryption system and powered up by its own power supply, ranger needed some time to crack the defense system. And so Helix started by plugging in cables attached to his head. And yes, his motion detector has detected, that the Vengu beamed down on the vessel. However, he assumed they might be interested in something different and won't interfere with Helix' activity.
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*** Mongdrigo, Battleground ***
Malgus was on his feet quick, and engaged again, swinging his blade faster than Brottleheim might have anticipated, going for his hands this time. If you can't kill the creature in one stroke, bleed it, weaken it. Make it angry, which makes it sloppy.
Ahsoka paid no heed to the creature speaking to Ahsoka, and readied herself for what seemed an inevitable tag-team call.
*** Unspecified Location ***
What might immediately strike Fayam was that this region of space was empty. There was nothing here. A few tachyon emissions, but nothing that would arouse suspicion. Curiously, though, there was an unidentified signal that would prevent most ships from leaving at Warp Speed - or other kind of FTL Travel - present in the region, but there was no logical source.
*** Starship Endeavor ***
The KDF Romulan immediately set to work upon arrival, looking through the logs. He spoke in his native tongue to his crew, then turned to Weaver. "How long have you been in the region?" he asked as he worked.
*** Senate Tower, Coruscant ***
"Supreme Chancellor, technically, but yes," Mon Mothma replied. "Might I ask what brought you to our corner of the universe? We rarely get outside visitors, these days - what with the Sith Covenant on the warpath and this new threat on the horizon."
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
Travis and Skye sat on the bridge of their ship, awaiting the reports. That Raider had their logo. The odd couple were certain. But, given that nothing else has happened, they felt that raider was acting alone. Still - why a single raider ship? And how did they get into Coruscant's atmosphere without being detected? Damned hard questions to answer.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser, Coruscant Orbit ***
The massive, eight-kilometer-long RCS Armored Cruiser dropped out of Transwarp in orbit of Coruscant, which immediately caused several orbiting Star Destroyers to raise shields.
"Orbiting vessels are raising shields, Captain," one of the droids reported. "Should we raise ours?"
"Negative," Viktor said. "We don't want to appear threatening. Comms, send out our message, and request contact with our Bounty Contact." There was a tense wait, before the orbiting ships lowered shields, and a face appeared on the screen - a Twi'lek, male, middle-aged with a blue skin tone and a scar across his face. "So you're the ones who took over that elusive pirate ship..." he said.
"That we are," Viktor affirmed. "You know what the contract specified."
"I am aware," the man said. "I am a man of my word. These... colleagues, of yours... who are they? I need names to make the payments." Viktor looked to Ori and Spyra to make their own introductions.
***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"If you're as good with stealth as you say, you'd be better off going with our hunter friend here to free his clanmates," Silrus said. "I'll supply you with emergency transporters. Once you free the clanmates, get them to use the transporters and we'll beam them to their vessel once they're off the station..." The Hunter made a purring sound, nodding his head in agreement with this plan. "... after that," Silrus continued, "Disrupt the Tal Shiar's operations however you can. Preliminary reports indicate they dabble in Borg Technology. If you see any Iconian tech there, however... document it, and then destroy it however you can. Same goes for any Rakatan tech."
*** Torgus Prime ***
"Already on it, Commander," the crewman responded. Cappelan Mechs would soon start experiencing problems with no logical source, distracting the pilots and sometimes rendering a mech immobile.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Jason was unable to speak for several seconds. Leylah was certainly pretty, that much was clear. For a moment, Jason forgot about his sorrow, and when he looked at the TV, he got an idea. "You ever play a video game?" he asked her, in an effort to strike up conversation, maybe start something between them.
"Hey, uh... you haven't seen my father-in-law, have you? Big feral dragon, speaks with this funny accent that sounds Scottish? Draco Indari? Kyle's dad?" Anna asked Michen. "Someone left him a message earlier."
Kira walked into the kitchen, and immediately went into the fridge for a bottle of water. "Anyone seen Kanan?" she asked.
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
General Bellator walked from the taxi pad at the military district straight to the Military Enclave. He knew Fel had something important - encrypted data was always important. Especially encrypted data from a Tal Shiar outpost. He kept his eyes peeled for the operative, wondering just what the encrypted data would contain.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Vitani shrugged. "Alright, if you say so," she said. "Can you guide the ship in via a tractor beam?"
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
K'Tath moved through the crowd, keeping a close eye on Cobalt, while he headed for his contact. When he arrived, he spoke in a hushed tone: "Good to see you, Tom."
"You weren't kidding when you said you were transformed," Tom said.
"Bite me," K'Tath grumbled. "What're we looking at?"
"Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser, out in the Junland Wastes," Tom explained. "Czerka set up a salvage post there, but it got hit by a DMC Raid. Czerka abandoned the site, said the computers were destroyed, and any data was useless. Rumor has it, though, that the bomb planted on the Computer Core didn't go off; if the core's intact, you could download the core data, but only if you had someone capable of getting into a secure computer system." K'Tath refrained from looking at Cobalt as he responded,
"Leave that to me. Anything else I need to know?"
"Yeah - some mercs from Weyland-Yutani are supposedly looking to get access to the site - they'll be here in a day or so. Better hurry," Tom said.
"Let's not wait till Bragg again, Tom," K'Tath told him. He fist-bumped Tom, then tapped Cobalt's shoulder and started for the exit.
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*** RCS Armored Cruiser, Coruscant Orbit ***
"Cham? Cham Syndulla?" Spyra asked "Your daughter didn't speak too highly of you last i met..." she noted.. "I'm Sprya..." She introduced herself.
***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"Whoa whoa whoa borg, iconian? Where the heck are we?" Grey asked.
*** Torgus Prime ***
"Your efforts will only last for a fre seconds Battlemechs of capellan build may have unsually sensative eletronics ,but their basic systems will still respond and evntually their sensors will return to normal..." the captian of the Fox fire noted...
** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan **
"No ,but i'm willing to try it." Leylah replied simply...
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Roxanne bring in the lady's ship if you would ,please." Kylie said to his Ai.
*** Mos Eisely Spaceport, Tatooine ***
Cobalt moved with K'tath only speaking once they were both out of the building and beyond earshot, tapping into a comm channel between the two of them to keep things private. "Provide the computer isn't total junk i should be able to hack into it." She noted "But how does this get me my droids?"
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*Mongdrigo, Battleground*
Malgus’s saber would strike the titan’s gauntlet and bounced away, leaving a smoking gouge in the armor. Brottleheim would draw his paw back, swiping at the Sith with the axe, leaving a burning arc in the air.
The faceless thing waved a paw, lifting a large boulder nearby. With a flick of the wrist, the giant stone screamed towards Ahsoka, tiberium crystals shattering beneath it.
The mech, after ripping yet another Mongdrigan vehicle asunder, turned its monocular gaze to Rex, the red light piercing through the dust of combat. It turned, leveled off the massive rifle, and fired. Huge shells landed near the Clone Commander, laying low the Mongdrigan soldiers nearby.
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*** Starship Endeavor ***
The interior of the ship was small, and seemed even a bit smaller from a few piles of similar items tucked into corners. The main computer responsible for operating the sensor array and storing the logs was off to the side at the helm. A swivel chair allowed access to both the flight control and the somewhat chunky computer. Multiple wires came out from the back, enough to warrant a zip-tie. Despite the setup looking a bit low-tech, as it lacked a touchscreen and instead relied on a mechanical keyboard and mouse among other things, the sensor array was one of the best available to the civilian market.
"About two weeks. Mainly just sitting in empty space trying to lock onto the signal," Weaver began, "no luck though. I'd like to think that my sensor array could pick up cloaked ships, since it's designed for aspiring astronomers, er... well more like explorers I suppose," he paused, "I spent a lot of money on it. Science class I think? I was trying to get closer to the signal so I could get a better read on it, but it kept moving. I started running low on supplies, and this spaceport was nearby, so that's why I'm here. Uh... hopefully you find what you're looking for." A bit chatty, but Weaver was a little nervous, yet simultaneously excited. He could feel his heart beating a little faster than usual.
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*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Greetings, general. I have no means to decrypt the data here, so I suppose you do know someone who can do that.". Fel said and passed the datapad to Draco after the Turian had saluted. Knowing general, Dranghyr does not doubt that the decryption will be successful. Star Fox team needs to decide what to do meanwhile.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser, Coruscant Orbit ***
"My name is Ori, sir.". The female Orokin answered being called, leaning against a wall behind the wolf.
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|Secret Hangar, N. Coruscant|
,,Sure! That'll work" I simply respond and take the card. The card is small and rectangular, with blunt edges. Reminds me of a credit card...
I walk up to the ship. I start walking up the steel steps. They are strong and cold, just like the walls. I get inside. It is almost pitch black. I let my eyes adjust to the sudden change of lighting. I walk around, stumbling about and knocking over some things.
I surely hope that wasn't valuable...
I find a door. Better than pitch black. I open it with my key card. I see a wide window, a wheel, a bunch of data points, buttons, keys, levers, wires- the command room.
I quickly close the door again, going back into pitch blackness.
Come on. The Armoury can't be that far away! I trace my hand against the right wall. After seconds, I find it. I open the room.
Pitch black.
I look for a light switch, find it and press it. The room becomes bright, blinding me. The shiny weapons only made it worse. After my eyes adjust once again, I look around. The armoury is a somewhat small room. There are weapons of various sizes and shapes placed along the wall. I didn't recognize half of them. They seemed super high tech, but showed some similarities to what I have seen back home. Home...
I quickly end that line of thought.
After going over all the weapons, I pick my favourites. A white plasma gun with added barrels, a combat bow with some arrows, a high tech machine gun, simmuliar to the one back home but replaced with a laser engine. They are all heavy. I also take a few simple, silver knives.
I take all of them and place them on my, thankfully, half full toolbelt.
I walk outside, noticing my companion as he does checking on the hull. I walk over to the training wall, filled with dark burned spots and bullet holes.
That sure looks like a trainin' wall! I thought to myself. Take the plasma gun. I aim it at the target and shoot.
I hit the target, that's for sure, because seconds later the plasma beam was coming straight at me, as it had bounced back from the target. I duck quicker than I thought was humanly or foxively possible, dodging the beam by only milliseconds. I shot an another beam, this time prepared. But the beam does apsolutely nothing..
I put the plasma gun aside and take the machine gun. I fire it and quickly stop it seconds later, surprised by the pressure. I try again.This surely looks deadly! Better not kill myself before the fun part even begins..
After trying out the machine gun, I take my most anticipated weapon, the beautiful gray bow. I examine it closer. There are royal markings and some high tech little devices scattered around it, and I smile when I see mine.
That smile turns into sadness, and I finish my line of thought. I take the bow into my hands, feeling a strange sense of familiarity. I take the arrow. And fire.
The arrow hits the bull's-eye. I startle slightly.
First time using a bow and already a bull's-eye? What? How is that possible?
Begginers luck. It has to be it.
I fire again, hitting the bull's-eye again. And again. And again.
,,Hey Edo, I think I found my favourite!"
No response.
,,Edo?" I look around for him.
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*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Definitely," Draco said. "Why don't you and your friends come with me?" The instant he said this, Slippy got excited and had to be reminded to remain calm. Draco looked between Fel and the Star Fox team. "You certainly picked a high-end bunch. How'd you get them to agree to come here?" He asked as they were walking into the Military Enclave. He passed off the data to an Intelligence Agent, telling him to decrypt the data on the double, then continued toward his office.
*** RCS Armored Cruiser, Coruscant Orbit ***
"And you already know who I am," Viktor stated. Cham shook his head.
"The message didn't tell me a name - just that a Wolf would be claiming the bounty. The ship is yours - do with it what you will, but first, I need a name to put in the registry."
"Viktor Horgus," Viktor responded. Cham paused for several seconds.
"Did you say Viktor Horgus?" he asked.
Viktor nodded. "Sure did; is that a problem?"
"No problem... but I have something for you. Something your father left for you in his will," Cham said. "I've been holding on to it in case you turned up on Coruscant. Before you leave, you might want to stop by the Bounty Office to pick it up - I'll transmit permissions for you to land that ship at a nearby spaceport. And you..." he indicated Spyra. "I need to speak with you in private. Last three weeks, my Daughter's been asking me to find you. Something about a job she needs you for." He returned his attention to Viktor. "Permissions sent. See you soon, Captain."
When the transmission ended, Viktor got a mixed look of confusion, worry, and melancholy on his face, but nonetheless ordered the ship to land at the designated coordinates.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Just be careful with it - I went to a lot of trouble to get that ship," Vitani said.
*** Starship Endeavor ***
"We think you stumbled across something Klingon Intelligence is trying to keep a lid on - this signal--" The Romulan started. He was interrupted when a new line of text appeared, and his facial expression changed immediately. He barked orders to the others, and looked to Weaver, looking a little pale. "Tell me this ship has weapons..."
*** Mongdrigo, Battleground ***
Ahsoka dodged the rock, and Malgus continued his vicious assault on Brottleheim, going for one opening after the next in an effort to weaken the giant.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Jason got out of bed, started up his TV and game system, and offered a controller to Leylah. "Just follow my lead," he told her.
*** DMC Embassy, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
Ketorr sighed as he reviewed the latest reports. His relief had been delayed. Again. Sith Covenant b*****ds were everywhere, and now this shadowy threat bearing the red "XII" Logo. That logo seemed maddeningly familiar, but for the life of him, he couldn't place where he'd seen it before. Still, he was anxious to get home to Dragon'taan. John had already seen Stormwind, Iron forge, the Exodar, Pandaria and the Wandering Isle, many parts of Kalimdor... but Ketorr was ready to go home. This assignment had lasted longer than it should have. Even Lian and her husband were anxious to head home.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
A young, newlywed Tiger couple stood on the bridge of their new ship (https://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/24/23614/NewRepublic-RepublicClass-Comp1.jpg) as they looked over data for freelance jobs. "Oh, this one's a good one," the female - Amy - said. "Cargo Escort mission."
Her husband - Jason Jorgen - squinted a little looking at it. "Weapons shipment, from here to... San... Sang... How do you say that?"
"Sangheilios," Amy chuckled. "Home of the United Sangheili Republic."
"Well, it's a start," Jason sighed.
"Go for it?" Amy asked. Jason nodded. Amy uploaded their mission acceptance, and waited for the return signal.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen tilted his head, showing his don't-think-I-heard-of-it-face. "Can't say I have..." Michen replied. He couldn't remember anyone who'd fit that description... Oh, but that did explain why the mansion was so surprisingly easy to navigate. The dragons he had met so far seemed rather imposing. Whether or not that also counted for humans and anthros, he wasn't quite sure, but he could easily see it happening.
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*** RCS Armored Cruiser, Coruscant Orbit ***
Spyra looked to Viktor... "What would Hera need from me?" She asked out loud, confused to why Cham's daughter would need her.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Relax I'll be very gentle with it." Kylie replied just before a couple of droids dropped a crate, the blue Fox letting out a sigh when the droids dropped the crate...
*** Mongdrigo, Battleground ***
Rex, saw the rifle of the mech and moved to the side avoiding the impact of the huge shell, returning fire to the mech aiming his best to the mechs red light he saw, his helmet's visor piercing through the dust, though since he was moving his accuracy was a bit off but once he stopped despite the DC-15a being a fully auto weapon, his fire became as accurate as finely tuned Sniper rifle, this, however didn't mean the mech couldn't avoid the shots to it's red 'sensor' by moving....
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Leylah shakily took the controller, her childhood had been very tense so she never had played many games if any at all.
*** DMC Embassy, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
Kia sort of sneaked up behind ketor and began to massage his shoulders "Aylina has gone back to the Exodar to see how her kind has been fairing.. which i think as long as your... I mean our Pandarian daughter doesn't show up just leaves us two..." she said nuzzling her muzze into Ketorr's neck.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
HAAT or modfied LAAT gunship woudl appear on the radar of the tigers' ship showing as friendly, just before a hail came up on thier comms, if answered they'd see a young Khajiit saying her name was Kiri and that she was to oversee that the shipment got to where it needed to go.
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*Mongdrigo, Battleground*
As Ahsoka moved around the boulder, the world around was different. Instead of the scarred, dark gray dust of Mongdrigo, the battlefield was instead the brown sands of Geonosis. If she looked, she would be her young self again, fighting alongside Anakin Skywalker. She would not see Mongdrigan soldiers fighting a motley crew of hordesmen, but Clone troopers fighting Separatist droids. And there, in the center of the field, was Anakin himself fighting, and struggling, against the four-armed cyborg general Grievous, whose blades crashed against her master's.
A voice, coming from deep within, echoed in her ears.
You can end this, the end of the war...no order 66...no slaughter of children and Jedi. Go! Now! Strike down Grievous!
Rex's shots drilled the mech's sensor, but simply washed over an unseen energy field. But, the mech took notice and charged the trooper.
Then, a few more splashes of blue. Then a tsunami of blue bolts. Rex would see that the hordesmen wearing clone-style armor bearing both his own and other battalion colors had turned and fired on the machine, as a few moved into formation with the old Trooper.
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*** Secret Hangar, N. Coruscant ***
Even though Foderis had managed to deal with the shooting practice, there was one more thing he needed to deal with - the jetpack. Then by combining the acquired skills, Edo wanted, that the folf will launch a real combat simulation and tested his skills. It was great that the purple-blue furball got familiar himself with guns, but real-life combat scenarios were quite different. Your enemy won't stand still and wait until he dies. Your foe will be trying to kill you. When Dred being boarded once by a pirate in his homeworld, he barely knew how to hold a blaster. And it forced him to learn to shoot precisely in no time. His new partner has time to get prepared and avoid things which Edo couldn't. It was a thing that can save Foderis' and Edo's life.
"You did well, pal. Try your jetpack this time - fly over the ship and along walls. And watch for your tail - jetpack' thrusters may scorch your tail for a little, should you be careless. Once done, proceed to the simulation room". Drex said through cameras with speakers. He was in his ship watching the folf's performance and essentially needed to communicate with him. He should admit that Fod's shooting skills weren't as bad as for a guy who never shot in people. Still, the final test was ahead.
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Sure thing, sir. That's why we're here. And I believe Dragon'taan has a job for us. Frankly, I haven't asked them to come with me - they asked me instead. And as you see, here we are.". The Turian replied, and in the way he did, Draco could say, that Fel was somewhat relaxed. It was a rare occurrence for Dranghyr to be in such condition, but he felt safe here. Hence, he could afford the possibility to talk relaxed. "Speaking about the data I've passed you... Since I'd extracted it from the Cornerian Tal Shiar' outpost, I believe it has information about Tal Shiar network and agents in the sector. Possibly, additional connections with the agents outside."
*** RCS Armored Cruiser, Coruscant Orbit ***
"Should I stay here to watch for the ship? Coruscant still has idiots, who may rob you.". Ori stated, but she noted, that Viktor look has changed after mentioning his father. Now it was another topic for a conversation. Hence Storm added slightly later. "Who was your father?"
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** Senate Tower, Coruscant **
"Shall I be completely honest? We require a good bit of materiel. Lumber, Precious Ores and the like. We've been being bled dry by this war on the home front so instead of struggling over a single planet only for progress to be shot down by the ever-shifting tide of war we decided to look towards the stars... And here we are."
Dvosye wordlessly motioned for a guard to fix one of the curtains before returning her attention towards Mothma. She sniffed and itched her beak a little, seemingly thinking about what she might say before starting to speak again.
"We are willing to talk about trade, Whether or not you are remains to be seen."
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*** Starship Endeavor ***
"Wait what?" Weaver stepped forward, attempting to read the line of text for himself, "I mean, yeah, it does, basic stuff. It's more geared towards electronic warfare though. Jamming, shutting down, or even taking over subsystems. Scrambling sensors, false dummy signals, et cetera. Mines too. Always fun to hack the navigation system and pilot the ship into a mine. Uh... but this station probably has bigger more direct weapons... right?"
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*Unknown*
Fayam looked around. According to the autopilot, he was at the right location, but his radar showed nothing and only faraway stars and galaxies could be seen through the windshield. It confused him. With no obvious point in staying, he tried to leave- only to find his warp inhibited. He scratched his chin slowly for a while, trying to connect the dots, thinking out loud. "It's here... But there's nothing. But if it's supposed to be here... Hm. I can't warp, though there's no apparent gravity source... But then the source must be... Wait a minute. They're leading me to a ship. Or a station. Anyhow, it's cloaked and prevents me from leaving. Which means...!" He sent out an open message. "Hey! You! Whoever! I know you're there and looking for me! Show yourself!"
*Torgus Prime*
Anna frowned and replied, "Even if it only lasts for seconds, we can use every advantage we can get."
In orbit, Johnny had siphoned the data from the main carrier. He tried to decode and analyse it, but the sheer amount clogged the processor. He asked the nearby ships, "Hey, I've got the data, but... it's too much for our computer. Where should I drop this off?"
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“I’m...going to pretend that I know what tech you’re talking about. I’ll keep an eye out for anything unusual.” Katin turned to the Hunter. “Well friend, if you’re ready then let’s get aboard that ship and rescue your clan.”
“Grey you’re just as confused as I am. As far as location we only know our place among these stars. Don’t really have a name for it yet.” Damien said. He then turned to the Admiral. “Why do you want us to destroy the tech and not acquisition it? Would you not rather steal it and refurbish the tech for your own benefit?”
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*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
The hunter made a brief purring sound, putting a fist to his chest with a nod.
"Borg tech, maybe not destroy, but do it if you can't get it out of enemy hands; Iconian tech... is better off destroyed. Tampering with it is what caused the Hobus Supernova," Silrus said. He frowned, then comprehension dawned. "Ah... right, you couldn't have heard of the Hobus Disaster. The supernova that destroyed the Romulan home worlds of Romulus and Remus... because the Tal Shiar were tampering with Iconian technology.
*** Unspecified Location ***
Almost immediately, a trio of Cardassian Keldon-class Heavy Cruisers (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/8a/48/d8/8a48d852c516db0d9e425045980da180.jpg) de-cloaked around Fayam, in positions that surrounded him. "This is Gul Dakar of the Obsidian Order - bounty hunter Fayam, you are placed under arrest. Comply with our demands, and we promise a swift and reasonably honorable demise," came the response.
*** Torgus Prime ***
One of the Klingon vessels signaled Johnny. "Get that data to House Pegh on Qo'nos! We'll keep the enemy from pursuing you! Go with honor! Qapla'!"
The Romulan vessels continued their assault on the Capellans' systems down planetside, even going so far as to deploy an imitation Iconian Virus in their systems.
*** Starship Endeavor ***
"Because we have about three seconds before that ship--" But the Romulan never finished his sentence, as an Unidentified Starship (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/28/50/86/28508666bc39b4f8a82c8038d91bd3ea.jpg) seemingly appeared out of nowhere. A signal went out, and another line of text appeared on the screen. The Romulan frowned, then looked to Weaver. "Your name isn't Weaver, is it?" he asked.
*** Senate Tower, Coruscant ***
"The United Imperial Alliance is always open to trade. And we definitely have vast reserves of what you ask. But, given recent events, I hope you understand if I send such trade convoys with... escort. Between the problems with the Sith Covenant and this new threat on the horizon, we can't be too careful," Mon Mothma responded.
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"I'll be sure to keep an eye out for that," Draco said. "Tal Shiar are a serious threat, no matter what General K'torr may say. Anything else I need to be aware of?"
*** RCS Armored Cruiser, Coruscant Orbit ***
"I'll tell you when we get back," Viktor said hoarsely, as though the subject of his father were a sensitive issue. "Come. I don't wish to keep our contact waiting, and the droids will look after the ship. Spyra, come on - we can talk of Hera while we're there, too." He then headed for the gravity lift bay.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Vitani raised an eyebrow at Kylie when that happened. "You were saying...?" she jested.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You can relax; I'll pick something easy," Jason told her.
Anna shrugged, then said, "Well, he's hard to miss - big old dragon, kinda dull brown scales--"
"I heard that, Anna Indari!" came that characteristic accent from the dragon lair beneath the manor. "I am not that old!"
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The ships were allowed to land in the hangar, where Amy and Jason met the crew. "Welcome aboard the Lethal Weapon. I'm Amy Jorgan, and this is my husband, Jake. We command this vessel. Who might you be?"
*** DMC Embassy, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
Ketorr chuckled, then sighed. He knew better than to lie to his wife. "Our relief has been delayed again, dear," he told Kia. "Seems the Sith Covenant is being too quiet, and it makes high command nervous."
*** Unspecified Location ***
A Romulan D'Derridex Warbird bearing the sigil of the Romulan Republic came across a peculiar sight - a Sith Interdictor (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/81/c1/5a/81c15a8eec2f78c9f69ec05eff50c330.jpg), floating adrift in space. The Warbird hailed the vessel, but got no response. After repeated hails and detecting that the vessel's shields were down, the Warbird's Commander decided to send boarding parties aboard the vessel, look for anything that might explain why this ship was in Romulan space.
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*** RCS Armored Cruiser, Coruscant Orbit ***
"Why does she need to speak with me?" Spyra asked following along anyway.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Roxanne is 100 times more competent than the droids, she'll bring you ship in gently." Kylie finished.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"That's not what bugs me this thing feels, fragile." Leylah replied.
"Oh relax, Grandpa you know Dragons age slower than most species." Amie said as she passed by Anna on her way to the kitchen, hearing her grandpa grumble.
*** DMC Embassy, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
Kia's eyebrows Raised "Really, I think your lieing to me."The female Worgen responded, "What did that Pandarian get herself into this time or was it Aylina?"
*** Unspecified Location ***
The old sith vessel's interior was barren, the crew no where to be found, the power on emergency backup, the armory emtpy, it appeared as if the entire crew had abandoned ship or vanished, even the data logs had been whiped clean. However in the Cargo bay held a few crates, with no label and two Carbon freeze 'pods' both containing a Feline like being one Female the other Male, they both appeared to wear ancient jedi battle armor.
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"Hobus was a disaster it left thousands of people without a home, we DO NOT want to repeat that, ever!" Grey pointed out.
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The Khajiit looked up to Amy "I'm Kiri Cou'gar, Tigress Arcnon sent me her with a shipment to Sangheilios according to the data i was sent your ship was designated as the carrier for the cargo." The feline replied.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen seemed to look straight through the dragoness, as he put up wide eyes from the rather unexpected response from below. "Well, there we have our answer...?" That certainly make things easier. Are dragons really that loud, were the walls echo-y or something like that? It was rather a surprise someone in the basement heard someone on the first floor...
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|Secret Hangar, N.Coruscant|
All fancy in his ship and all that. He couldn't even come out to tell me personally?
Then I remember my shooting.... Nevermind
I proceed to the simple compartment on the wall next to the shooting area. it is a black box, somewhat rusty on the edge. I open it and find a standard jetpack. It has some large red tanks, and the rest is an indecipherable mess of rope and wires, all shoved into the compartment by the last user.
This is so messsyyyyy I think as I untangle the mess of the backpack and put it on. I wonder if it's even functioning.Guess we'll find out soon enough!
I push the little red button, and get blasted into the air. I fly at a speed much quicker than I anticipated, and I tried to regain my balance while clutching my tail. I fly along the upper wall, it's Gray ceiling only inches away.
Suddenly, The jetpack pushes upwards, closing the distance and making me hit the ceiling. I feel pain all over my head. I start falling down.
I regain control, or at least regain enough of it to safely fly back down.Never... Again... Am... I gonna.... Fly that high.... Ceiling... Just... No....
I drop the jetpack down. Now I see why it's so messy...
I proceed to the simulation room.
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*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Thank you, sir. And no, there is nothing you need to be aware of. But... I think you can help us with our little problem.". The Turian said and paused for a second, trying to form his thought to express it correctly. The thing he was about to ask was a little expensive, even for the DMC. But if the Marauder Corps wants outstanding performance from their agents, they have to share their wealth. "See, the Star Fox team had lost their carrier a long time ago. And without one, our effectiveness in space as combat units can be not as good as we want. So, could you help us with that question, General? Or tell us someone who can?"
*** RCS Armored Cruiser, Coruscant Orbit ***
Ori has followed Viktor without any word. There was nothing, that would require her ability to speak.
*** Secret Hangar, N.Coruscant ***
Edo was watching Foderis practicing with interest. It reminded him of his years when he was making his first steps at the Argon Expedition Fleet. But when the folf started to fall, Edo rushed immediately, grabbing a multi-tool on the run. Knowing his ship and having some parkour skills (what was uncommon for a scientist), it was easy. And even faster because he didn't need to wait for the lift. He just jumped from the weapon turret spot on the drone landing platform and rushed forward. It was a relief for the guy when he spotted his buddy alive. Of course, he didn't stop just by seeing Foderis along with his voice.
"Hey, buddy. Are you okay down there? I'm coming!". Edo shouted and using the gravity lift, landed on the hangar floor. He approached the folf afterward, breathing heavily after adrenaline burst. "You scared me like hell, buddy. Why did you go high without getting used to jetpack's controls in the first place?"
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*Unknown*
Fayam cursed, "Pangea." He had run into a trap, that was clear. He did not know what they wanted, but his gut told him it could only be bad things. In an instant, he considered his options. Both fleeing and fighting were out of the question; he was outmanned and outgunned. His cloak would barely help. Calling backup would be ineffective, since he probably couldn't stall for long. After a few seonds, hesitantly, he asked, "Ugh, fine! Whaddaya want?" Still, he was looking for any chance to escape.
*Torgus Prime*
Johnny did not reply, heeded the call immediately and Faith left as quickly as it came. This data could not fall in the wrong hands.
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*** Starship Endeavor ***
Weaver paused for a moment, looking at the text on the screen for himself.
"Uh... yeah. Yeah Weaver is my name. Wait a minu- who are these guys!?"
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*** Starship Endeavor ***
"They're Yaut'ja Hunters," the Romulan explained. "And they want to speak to you."
*** Unspecified Location ***
"Lower your shields, and prepare for transport," Gul Dakar commanded. Before Fayam could even comply, he might notice he'd gotten a text message:
"Cardassian Ships stand no chance. On my way. ETA 25 Seconds. Stall them! --JK"
*** Torgus Prime ***
It was then that the Capellans ordered a full retreat, though it was unclear why. The KDF vessels pursued what ships they could, and destroyed what ships stayed behind.
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"I know of a few shipwrights that could help - Klingon Defense Force, Kuat Drive Yards, Corellian Engineering Corp, plus a few in Sangheili and UNSC Space. Take your pick," Draco said to Fel. An aide handed him a datapad, and Draco's expression changed. He looked back to Fel and asked, "Are you familiar with the Peragus III Asteroid Field?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
The large, brown-scaled feral dragon emerged from the lair beneath the manor. "Don't get snappy with me, young lady," he told Amie. "I'm still your grandfather!"
Anna looked to Michen with an amused smile. "Never a dull moment here," she commented to him.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Regardless, what's next? If we have no current tasks, I could check the Merc-Net and see if there are any freelance jobs available," Vitani offered.
*** Coruscant ***
Viktor lead Ori and Spyra along the streets of Coruscant to the office they needed to be at, where they met with the Twi'lek they'd spoken to earlier. He had a pair of cylindrical items in his hand. "I assume you're Viktor Horgus?" he asked. Viktor nodded. The man handed the items to Viktor and said, "Your father's will specified that these would go to you." When Viktor took the items, it became immediately apparent they were, in fact, a pair of Lightsabers (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/5e/bb/f3/5ebbf313f35119505fac8c3c968ab5fe.jpg) . Viktor examined them, then looked to Cham.
"Did he leave anything else?" he asked. Cham shook his head. Viktor sighed, then gripped his new Lightsabers, passed from father to son. "What happened to him?" he asked.
Cham inhaled deeply, then began to describe a tale of how Viktor's father - Terrance Horgus - was a highly-esteemed Lightsaber Duelist, and was being considered a candidate to succeed the Jedi Battlemaster at the time. He was a true and honorable warrior, if a bit of a maverick at times. Only a handful knew of his origins at the time. The Clone Wars put a pause on his career, and he went out to fight the Separatists and their Droid Army - which was somewhat ironic to Viktor, considering he now used such droids on his ship. Cham went on to say that Terrance was at the Jedi Temple when Order 66 came down, and the Imperial 501st Legion stormed the Temple. "... I'm sorry to tell you, but your father didn't survive the attack. He died protecting a group of younglings." At this point, the story had tears in Viktor's eyes. "But we suspect he knew what was coming, hence why he left these to you in his will. The Empire under Palpatine was going to use it as a trap to lure you in, and kill you if they couldn't turn you. But after Palpatine's death, this office decided to honor the will, should you ever come here. Interestingly enough, your father did say you'd arrive in a large warship... with someone on your tail." The last statement caught Viktor's attention, eliciting a look of worry from him.
"... Aldukaal..." he murmured.
*** DMC Embassy, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"I'm not lying, honey. Our relief's been delayed. Here," Ketorr handed his wife the letter he'd been sent detailing how long their relief had been delayed and why. "See for yourself."
*** Unspecified Location ***
The Romulan crew, unsure what to do when they found the carbonite-frozen prisoners, contacted their ship - who advised them how to start the unfreezing process, which they followed step by step.
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Of course - your cargo is being loaded as we speak. If you'd like, we can let you supervise the loading process--" Amy began.
"Bridge to Commander Amy," came a voice on the radio. "We're ready for departure." Amy sighed.
"That was fast," Jake commented.
"Very well - let's get this ship on the road," Amy stated, and she and Jake turned and headed for the bridge, assuming their guest would follow.
*** Jawa Sandcrawler Camp, Tatooine ***
K'Tath walked into the camp, looking around. "You see the one you were gonna get the parts from yet?" he asked his counterpart.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Amie rolled her eyes. "Is this really the time, Grandpa? And in front of guest?" the white with red bits of fur vixen added. "And if you didn't notice I'm trying to help you." Amie sighed, holding her hand to her head.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Well are you hungry or anything?" Kylie asked "If not I did just get a note of some anomolus readings in an area nearbye." The blue fox replied.
*** Coruscant ***
"Cham If I may ask what was it your daughter wanted to speak to me about?" She asked seeming hurried now.
*** DMC Embassy, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
Kia sighed "What is going on back there."
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"The new droids tend to work fast." Kiri noted.
*** Jawa Sandcrawler Camp, Tatooine ***
"I see a good R2 unit and the parts for the other one ,but something else feels wierd here." Cobalt noted.
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*Unknown*
Fayam had no idea who this message came from, but all help was welcome. He knew he had to play it carefully, though. He asked, "Of course... Where to, anyway?"
*Torgus Prime*
The Capellan's retreat struck Anna by surprise. She frowned, and then squinted. Something felt... off. She couldn't lay a finger on it, but she didn't like the feeling. She ordered the crew to remain standby.
*En route to Qo'nos*
Johnny flew Faith as fast as it could to Qo'nos. Its warp wasn't cutting-edge, as it was a somewhat older model. He reckoned that would change soon when they finally got that new ship Anna kept talking about.
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*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
XIII was somewhat surprised by the General's assistance and the amount of provided choices. See, Fel wasn't near to the same rank as Draco. That's why the Turian gladly accepted the offer and thought for a minute what could be a good ship. From his experience, any of the shipwrights were good. But Dranghyr can get used to any spacecraft. However, a carrier is no way near a small vessel. Hence it needed to be operated by a bunch of people — that including him and Star Fox team. So while Fel was confident about himself, he worried about his new allies; that is why he decided to ask the team first. A ship is good as it's the crew who operates it, and the Turian knew it very well.
"Team, Falco especially. Ever tried to control a Klingon's ship? If not, can you get used to it?". Turian asked while walking. Klingon ships are durable, and the design of some of them is pretty good. Kar'Fi carrier is what XIII had imagined in the first place. And Fel knew how meaningful the external appearance of a ship might impact on a battle. Let alone their cloaking abilities, which would be extremely useful for a carrier if possible. "No, sir, I haven't heard about Peragus III. Guess you got a task for us?"
*** Coruscant ***
Cham's story was incredible, and so Viktor's father was. At least her lovely wolf has had parents because Ori doesn't. She doesn't remember how and where she born. Her the first moments of her life starts from a cryo capsule. The past behind those memories was dark. She knew only that her mind was somehow transferred from an ancient body. As Orokin engineers told, the body was from a planet Azeroth, but they never said who was that person from who they had taken the memories. Maybe personality too. And any time she asks her superiors - no one answered her ever. It was a mystery covered with a darkness so dense that no light could shed. Perhaps until today.
"Aldukaal... He is an elf, right? The one with the power of....". Ori started but then shut up. The female Orokin realized that the words she has spoken weren't her real. It was like she had a second, hidden consciousness. A thing that the warframe' girl couldn't understand. That is why the galaxy-skinned sounded weak on her next speech."Wait, why do I know who Aldukaal is? I can't remember that I met anyone with such a name."
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen didn't quite know how to react to that event. He wasn't really used to being in a busy house. Even not after waking up in a busy futuristic city. The hotel rooms were surprisingly well sound-isolated, so he didn't hear all that much noise in his room. Not even from the hallway! This event was certainly... something else. Still, it felt like it reminded him of... something...
It's certainly familiar, but even I can't say why.
Just something that comes from having a big family, Michen assumed.
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*** Starship Endeavor ***
"Hm... okay. I uh... feel like I may have entered into something I don't want to be. I'll speak to them." This probably was just a huge misunderstanding. It wasn't Weaver's intention to track another ship, but he hadn't recognized the signal either. Regardless, the situation was going to be handled and that would be that. Hopefully. Maybe. Possibly?
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|Secret Hangar, N. Coruscant|
A sudden feeling of anger comes over me. "I'm fine!" I snap at him
"I'm not some little kid who doesn't know a damn about life, okay? Or do you think otherwise?" I get up and start walking away:"I'm okay, by the way"
I suddenly feel guilty about it and turn around to say something, but I'm too anxious to do so. I just look at him sadly. "I'm.... Sorry" I whisper.
"So the.. um.. the room is over there?" I point at the other wall, at a plain white door. I walk over to it and turn the door knob. I step inside.
It is a moderately large room with two floors, padded with black squares. There seem to be light projectors on the intersections. I clutch my bow and move deeper into the room. The room is silent. Then I hear a noise behind me. I turn around and see a yellow figure, standing there. I hesitate, and fire
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*** Senate Tower, Coruscant ***
"The United Imperial Alliance is always open to trade. And we definitely have vast reserves of what you ask. But, given recent events, I hope you understand if I send such trade convoys with... escort. Between the problems with the Sith Covenant and this new threat on the horizon, we can't be too careful," Mon Mothma responded.
"I understand, We won't discriminate. As long as there isn't any trouble relating to this 'new threat' I can safely say that we have business. We will negotiate a bit of equal trade as we can imagine that you don't want a one-sided trade relationship... Weaponry and the like, maybe a non-aggression pact as well?" She sighed and leaned back in her chair, moving a hand to a screen which displayed incomprehensible spider-language. Most likely a message from something on the planet.
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*** Senate Tower, Coruscant ***
"Oh, of course - but as for this new threat... we cannot make any promises. They seem... inimical, to everyone. Doesn't matter who, they'll attack anyone, even if only to make a point of how easy it is for them to hit where it hurts and vanish, Just recently, we had one of their ships destroy a transport within Coruscant's own atmosphere. Fortunately, we had an independent ship in the area that destroyed the attacker before he did any more damage. Point is, we can't promise they won't come at you, hence why we're sending an escort," Mon Mothma explained.
*** Unspecified Location, Coruscant ***
"I'll tell you back on the ship," Viktor told Ori. "It's a long story."
"She wanted your help with something, but she wouldn't say what - all I know is it's an op against a renegade Imperial Warlord," Cham responded to Spyra. "She's here on Coruscant, at the Old Galactic Market Cantina. Asked me to send you to her if I ran into you before she did."
It was then that Viktor suddenly doubled over, groaned, and nearly fell face-first into the floor as he was hit with a vision. He saw himself, lightsaber in hand, fighting with his long-time nemesis, but couldn't see the end of it. There is no escape this time, he heard his voice say.
*** Starship Endeavor, Qo'nos Spacedock ***
The voice that spoke to Weaver when he went to answer the call was clearly modulated and translated: "We seek the one known as Weaver. Weaver, your assistance is requested by our clan. We must talk details in person. Be assured we harbor no ill intent toward you. Please acknowledge this transmission."
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Are you kidding? I've won sim tournaments flying Klingon ships!" Falco beamed with pride. Fox rolled his eyes.
"Better believe it," he said to Fel. "Man would relish the idea of piloting a Klingon Vessel. Been bugging me to make our next carrier ship a Klingon ship..."
Draco started working on a datapad. "Regardless," he told Fel, "You'll need a carrier ship, though. From the initial scans of the Tal Shiar data, they're involved in whatever happened out at Peragus III. An old friend of mine, Praven, was investigating the place, but never got too far. None of his investigators ever reported back, and he was recalled for other tasks. I'll see if I can get him back out there to coordinate with you." He handed the datapad to Fel. "You and the Star Fox team, take that to a shipwright, and get a carrier ship, then high-tail it to Peragus III. I'll have the coordinates sent to your ship. While you're en route, I'll try and decode more of the data you brought back, and if I find anything, I'll signal you. Understood?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh, sure - pull the guilt card on grandpa, I see how it is," Draco chuckled, knowing Amie knew full well he was teasing her.
Anna rolled her eyes and looked to Michen. "That's my father-in-law for you," she told him. "Anyway, you looking for something? Or were you just exploring the manor?"
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Vitani thought for a moment. "I could eat, yeah," she said. "What do you have?"
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
As Amy and Jake walked onto the bridge, Amy was the first to speak: "Helm, plot a course for Sangheilios, best possible speed."
"Aye, Commander, course ready," came the helmsman's response.
"Engage," Amy and Jake said in unison.
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
One after the other, the Capellan ships retreated, and those that couldn't were destroyed. The day was won. One of Anna's crew frowned, then looked to her. "Commander, I have an incoming hail from Darth Torrentus. She wishes to speak to you."
*** Unspecified Location ***
"You're being placed into custody. Lower your shields, and we will beam you aboard this ship. NOW," Gul Dakar commanded. There would be no warning when a Negh'Tev Heavy Battlecruiser (https://gamepedia.cursecdn.com/sto_gamepedia/0/03/Negh%27tev_Heavy_Battlecruiser.PNG?version=281978e10c2594ffc6b4dc68810fcc4a) suddenly dropped out of Transwarp accompanied by a trio of Peghqu' Heavy Destroyers (https://gamepedia.cursecdn.com/sto_gamepedia/1/18/Ship_Variant_-_KDF_-_Peghqu%27_Heavy_Destroyer_%28T5%29.png?version=2d9ff94edf1e6107193d17dbb9fc4e2d).
"Think again Cardies!" came a female voice as the ships immediately engaged the Cardassian ships. The first Keldon was decimated in seconds, and the other two broke off. Then the female voice spoke to Fayam. "Jacqueline Knight. Heard a lot about you, Fayam, but didn't think you'd bite that hook. Obsidian Order's been keeping a tab on you, you know."
*** DMC Embassy, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"God knows," Ketorr sighed. "Visiting Azeroth has been nice, but I really wanna get... home... wait, where's John? I thought he was with you?"
*** Jawa Sandcrawler Camp, Tatooine ***
"You're not the only one feeling it," K'Tath stated. "Sooner we get our intel, the better - I can call the Stryker to us for a field pick-up." He looked around. "Get your droid and parts, then meet me at the edge of the camp. I see the contact I came here for." He then headed off to meet with his "contact" - a person wrapped in ragged cloth covering his face.
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*** Senate Tower, Coruscant ***
"Oh, of course - but as for this new threat... we cannot make any promises. They seem... inimical, to everyone. Doesn't matter who, they'll attack anyone, even if only to make a point of how easy it is for them to hit where it hurts and vanish, Just recently, we had one of their ships destroy a transport within Coruscant's own atmosphere. Fortunately, we had an independent ship in the area that destroyed the attacker before he did any more damage. Point is, we can't promise they won't come at you, hence why we're sending an escort," Mon Mothma explained.
"We will be vigilant, otherwise it is nice to know that we have some much-needed supplies on the way, We can't send much over as the war effort here is getting more... Difficult for us... But you can rest well knowing that this will not effect any of your convoys."
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Your one to talk gramps." Amie said, playfully
--- Kira's room ---
"What's going on out there?" Kanan asked his girlfriend waking up he had been taking a nap.
*** Unspecified Location, Coruscant ***
"I dunno if i can leave present company.." Spyra noted as she walked along with Cham, claws clicking on the floor as she did, turning to Ori.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Whatever you want, we could also order out." Kylie replied as he walked to the galley in the Galatae.
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"I do hope Thel has been enjoying his Arc 170's I think they're due for a software upgrade." Kira said mostly to herself.
*** Jawa Sandcrawler Camp, Tatooine ***
Cobalt nodded and wasted no time, however she had a little trouble bargaining for an old broken down r2 unit, which was barley functional ,by the time she got back to K'tath she was grumbling about the Jawa's being cheap scapes as she had to partially drag along the R2 unit she got "i'll fix it when we get to the ship i got the parts we need to fix it as well as make my other droid." She said, still grumbling about the Jawas.
*** DMC Embassy, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"I thought he was with you." Kia replied eyes opening wide...getting the feeling he was lost.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Damien and Katin were aghast. The mere thought that weapons as such were even close to their home sent shivers down their spines.
“Alright, then I hope that our Hunter friend here can be of help in identifying these technologies so as to eliminate them.” Katin said.
“So? What are we waiting for then? Let’s get this set and get on that damn ship!” Damien’s demeanor became more full of rage and eagerness. His intentions to destroy this enemy grew only more excessive. “You guys go get to sneakin in already! We’ll cover you once you find the hostages.” He grabbed the pistols from his holsters and spun the chambers readying them for combat.
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*Torgus Prime*
Anna replied, "Accepted. give me her."
*Unknown*
Fayam growled back sharply, "Thanks, Captain Obvious! But how could I've known this would happen?"
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen shook his head. "Naw, just looking around. Exploring the house for a bit." He paused for a second before continuing. "I was just looking for a good room I can use as starting point." Of course, he forgot to add that he had just found the starting point. With that, he could start getting an idea of what was where in his head, at least for as long as he was here.
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*Mongdrigo*
Just as it had started, the war ended suddenly.
Ahsoka, driven by her want of peace, saw through the faceless creatur’ ruse and struck the vision, not of Grievous, but of Anakin. Her saber bit hard through her master, then the world changed. Brottleheim stood, back arched in unyielding pain, Ahsoka’s blade buried to the hilt in the titan’s back. Malgus seized the advantage and struck his death blow, a swing to Brottleheim’s throat. The titan fell, and the fighting ceased. The faceless thing, its puppet now dead, emitted a horrid, mind-breaking screech and vanished. The horde, what was left of them, threw down their arms. Their bloodlust sated, they offered no resistance as they were ushered into containment cells. The landing vessel, being piloted autonomously, flew back to the gigantic ship. The ship flew off, towards Mongdrigo’s star, where it inevitably detonated in a show of fireworks, but little afterwards.
In the medical tents, wounds and minds were mended. A doctor informed Malgus that Garrus was wounded badly, and likely would not survive. And, alas, the prediction was true. The fallen were placed on funeral pyres, their ashes spread to the wind.
And so, Mongdrigo entered a time of relative peace, only the odd mutant raid being much of any action. Mongdrigo was again at Malgus’s total command, the people awaiting with baited breath their dictation.
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*** Secret Hangar, N. Coruscant ***
Foderis's reaction has swiftly changed Edo's expression from a happy guy into a grim person. Like he never met the folf at all. Any joy the human got so far had gone. He couldn't understand what he did wrong. Because all he was trying to do is to avoid mistakes, he let happen, which led to the death of his then-partner Mon Calamari named Turong. He was a nice guy and an outstanding engineer. But simply because Edo hasn't introduced him a terrain manipulator when he should, the poor guy fell in lava when he tried to defend himself from Xenon units. Just mixed up modes. A foolish mistake, but it was fatal for the fishy guy. The accident happened five years ago, but at times, Edo's flashback returns. Just like now. He saw in Foderis his dead friend who was snapping on him for assumption, that Turong is silly and let him what he wants. But after a blink of eyes, the ghost has gone.
"We can stop your training right now if you want. But in this case, I'd like to ask you to leave. I don't want one more death on my hands.". Edo said, turning sim mode on, so Fod would get a sense of a real battle. At least how it's happening. And Foderis was good, but why he opted for a bow? And when it appeared on his ship? Because Drex didn't remember that he was ever purchased any bow. Regardless, once the folf is done with the simulation, Edo asked one more question. But this time, the human' tone was strict and basically, emotionless. "Adequate performance. But there will be more guides in the future. If you're fine with it - welcome on my ship. For now, you have got enough about your job."
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
Fel smirked. Falco's charisma was funny and impressive. His speeches were witty in general. That makes a question - why is the bird, not the team leader? He is an excellent actor. But then the team should be renamed in StarFalcon. It doesn't sound well. But Dranghyr wanted to emphasize falcon's skills. XIII couldn't ignore such a talent.
"I admire Falco's oratory. He could be a good spy, I'd say. Or a politician. Course, he'll get a chance to pilot a KDF carrier. Just as we all.". DMC's operative said following by returning his attention to Draco. And while of what General stated was clear, there were a couple of moments Fel desired to clarify. "I assume Peragus III's description, and what we should look for I'll get later? Because I'd like to know a little more about the place we're going to."
*** Unspecified Location, Coruscant ***
Ori was sitting tight, not getting for what sake she was here. The galaxy-skinned was doing absolutely nothing, and it annoys her when there were no things to do. The Orokin are a hard-working nation, and Ori wasn't an exception. But when Viktor nearly fell face-first into the floor, it has alerted the warframer. Spyra's impassiveness in this situation was a thing.
"Viktor? You alright?". Ori asked, carefully touching his head with a plated gauntlet.
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|Secret Hangar, N. Coruscant|
No.... This is.... I shouldn't have.... This wasn't supposed to happen..... He didn't.... No....
My mind starts spinning, trying to understand what just happened. I quickly glance at Edo, who seems like a completely different person now. I realise my mistake: "Edo.... I'm sorry.... I dunno what happened.... Are you.. mad?"
I watch him hopefully, but after a few seconds of silence I go onto the ship, walk along the hall and open the nearest door- the one I chose as my room before.
I drop my backpack onto a red wodden chair and collapse onto the bed.
I made a mistake again.... Ugh.... This is so.. I hate my stupid brain..
"I really wish he would just come here and.... Talk to me.... I don't want him to hate me,, Quite the opposite..." I say to the empty room. I turn around and try to sleep.
And the listening bug next to me moves, sending his data to Edo's tablet. The bug turns off.
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*** Starship Endeavor, Qo'nos Spacedock ***
Weaver was silent for a moment, his four eyes blinking, "How do they know my name?" he whispered. Of course, he might have forgotten his ship always had his identification transponder on, as was law in some places. If you have nothing to hide then don't hide at all was how the thinking goes. At least he thought that was the thought.
"... I acknowledge you. I know you said no details, but I need at least something to go off of before we meet, wherever we're meeting." Couldn't be too careful nowadays. What did they need him for anyway? Tracking?
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*Coruscant*
The Deep Space Detection system, designed to track and ID high-energy travel systems. FSD, lightspeed, warp, and just about anything else set the system off. Like a grand scale air traffic control, display panels marked and tracked ships that came and went throughout the day. An operator, Alan Chesney, saw a very strange phenomenon. A warp-sphere, like the Mongdrigans used, was detected in the lower sectors. He blinked, rubbed his eyes, and sighed in relief as the phenomenon disappeared. With a shrug, Alan dismissed it as a glitch.
-Market District, Coruscant-
A cry of “murder!” ripped through the crowds like a gunshot. A woman backed away from a darkened alleyway in horror. Coruscant Guardsmen ran quickly to the scene, setting up an exclusion zone around the crime scene. Since it was near surface-level, and he happened to be nearby, Commander Fox stood in the alleyway, helmet mounted lights blaring. He gave an unconscious gasp as he spotted the body, and began taking notes. A Mongdrigan, male. Not more than twenty or so. The wound stopped the Commander’s scribbling. A slash, charred black and clothed burnt, had been gouged in the victim’s torso. Fox brought up his communicator, and began a high-priority transmission. Master Skywalker needed to hear this. Now.
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*** Marketplace, Hutta ***
She nodded to, what she thought was a robot. The mention of bolts in her kneecaps was heard loud and clear, leaving a slight sting to that area of her body. Sheesh, this thing wasn't playing around.. Echo sighed a huge release as he decided to side with her. She was built more for silent kills and not for head-on confrontations...Such as they humans and Weequays that were shoving their way to them. There were 4 of them: 3 humans and a Weequay. They had seen her and despite the threatening machine she was standing with, they continued toward them. She took a quick glance at him, figuring that he could handle this well without her and she could save some bullets by backing behind him. Out of habit, she unsheathed two daggers as she moved to his posterior. "Must be my lucky day.." She grinned.
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Derik
Short bio:
Age- 28
gender- Male
race- Red fox
Weapon- Old fashioned 12 gauge single barrel
Profession- traveling black market surgeon
Origin- Detroit planet earth
Other- robotic eye which when removed can be used as a eye cam Left eye
right leg stiff so has a limp
I awaken early in the morning and power on my eye put on my a pair of jeans and my combat boots.
"Ready for another day" I say as I walk down the hall and to the bathroom to finish changing and perform basic hygiene.
After I finish in the bathroom I walk downstairs and to my truck humming to myself along the way. I drive down to an old apartment building used as my lair which happens to be a few blocks away from my home. I enter the tall building and head for the elevator. When I reach the elevator I head up to the top floor to prepare all of my equipment and get ready to be called out any moment.
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Derik
Short bio:
Age- 28
gender- Male
race- Red fox
Weapon- Old fashioned 12 gauge single barrel
Profession- traveling black market surgeon
Origin- Detroit planet earth
Other- robotic eye which when removed can be used as a eye cam Left eye
right leg stiff so has a limp
I awaken early in the morning and power on my eye put on my a pair of jeans and my combat boots.
"Ready for another day" I say as I walk down the hall and to the bathroom to finish changing and perform basic hygiene.
After I finish in the bathroom I walk downstairs and to my truck humming to myself along the way. I drive down to an old apartment building used as my lair which happens to be a few blocks away from my home. I enter the tall building and head for the elevator. When I reach the elevator I head up to the top floor to prepare all of my equipment and get ready to be called out any moment.
Thank you for joining the RP but could you please move your character profile to the OOC thread?
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((This thread is in the Fun RP board, whilst the "OOC thread" is in the Serious RP Companion board. It follows a different route, so if Derek is here to join just this Fun RP but not any of the Serious RP ones, I understand why he is posting the character profile here. What doesn't help is that character profiles were posted here in the past before the OOC thread became a thing.))
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((This thread is in the Fun RP board, whilst the "OOC thread" is in the Serious RP Companion board. It follows a different route, so if Derek is here to join just this Fun RP but not any of the Serious RP ones, I understand why he is posting the character profile here. What doesn't help is that character profiles were posted here in the past before the OOC thread became a thing.))
((This is what we're trying to fix, so people won't lose their profiles))
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*** Senate Tower, Coruscant ***
"Agreed," Mon Mothma said. She went about sending the order to the commerce department. "We will signal you when the first convoy is en route. Until then."
*** Unspecified Location, Coruscant ***
"Well, Hera still waits for you - I'll tell her you are here, maybe she'll meet you elsewhere," Cham said.
"There is no escape," he said. When he felt Ori touch him, he looked to her. She was there for him through it all. How much further would she go? "We have to find him, and put him down, once and for all. We can run from him no longer," he told her.
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"I'll put together what details I can; go get your ship. Contact me once you have it, I should have intel for you. I won't lie - just from my preliminary look at the data, you're jumping feet first into a s***storm," Draco told Fel. Falco could be heard expressing his own excitement. "You'd better get going. Contact me once you have your ship."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
The aged dragon chuckled heartily. "The price of having a family," he said. "And speaking of which, where is that son of yours? His birthday's coming up, you know."
"Hrm... not sure what room would be a good starting point, but a word of caution - stay out of the armory. Kyle gets touchy about that," Anna cautioned Michen. There was a rapid beep from the kitchen, and Anna excused herself to tend to the cooking meal.
"Don't worry about it, honey," Kira said groggily from beside Kanan. "Go back to sleep."
*** Unspecified Location ***
"For one thing, the Detapa Council doesn't make a habit of going out to personally hand out requests to meet with people - their people handle that," Jacqueline explained. "Still, you'll want to lay low for a while; people who get stuck on the Obsidian Order's radar rarely ever leave it. I'm trying to find out where they're basing their operation from this time, but so far, it's slow going."
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
The face of Romulan Sith Lord Darth Torrentus appeared on the main view screen. She was nearly indistinguishable from the late Romulan Admiral Arai - what made Torrents different was that she had facial tattoos marking her as a Sith. "First off, let me thank you for your assistance - the bulk of my forces were elsewhere, and this attack caught me completely by surprise. That said, were you able to pull anything off the Capellan Command ship?"
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
The hunter nodded, then motioned for Katin to come closer, getting his transporter ready.
"I'll see what I can do with this ship," Steiner said. "If anything, we might be able to create a diversion."
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
the trip, so far, was uneventful. It was halfway to Sangheilios that, for one reason or another, the Lethal Weapon dropped out of Hyperspace. The bridge crew went nuts, trying to figure out just what the **** was going on when a small battle group of Imperial Enforcer Cruisers accompanied by an Imperial Dominator-class Star Destroyer appeared bearing the logo of the Sith Covenant. The Lethal Weapon went shields-up and weapons-hot as it sent out an emergency distress signal. The Imperial ships immediately attacked, and the Lethal Weapon was forced to defend itself.
*** Jawa Sandcrawler Camp, Tatooine ***
"Good," K'Tath said. He nodded to a strange husk of a somewhat-distant ship, half-buried in the sand that looked like it'd been torn open by a giant beast. "There's our target. Archive's on the bridge; we'll be entering through a breach in the engineering section. You all set?"
*** DMC Embassy, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"No, he was with me," came the voice of Lian, holding a young Worgen child's hand in her own. "And he wanted to see mommy and daddy."
"Where's James?" Ketorr queried.
"At the Inn; was gonna meet him there," Lian answered. "But I can't have this little one with me for it."
"Oh, don't tell me you two are gonna--" Ketorr grumbled.
"Relax, dad, we're not... at least, I'm not. Somebody's gonna have to carry him home tonight, and you know I prefer to keep my head clear," Lian assured her godfather.
*** Market District, Coruscant ***
Luke strode through the crowds with his wife in tow to the scene, approaching the lead investigator. "What do we have?" he asked.
*** Mongdrigo ***
While the damage from Brottleheim's attack was repaired, Malgus meditated. It was during this meditation that he saw something - a black dragoness, with a fleet of ships that could be useful to Mongdrigo. A possibility she might call this world home. But she would need to deal with a creature Malgus didn't recognize - and he distinctly heard the name "Obsidian Order" mentioned in his vision before he woke.
*** Marketplace, Hutta ***
The Bounty Hunter drew both his blasters, and held them ready, not yet pointing them at the fire team of goons. "What are you drawing for, scum?" the Weequay sneered.
"You don't wanna tangle with me - not many people survive that," the 'robot' said. "And in case you haven't figured it out, yet, you're on Nem'ro's turf."
"Shove off," one of the humans scoffed. "We're not here for you anyway - the little squirt behind you is who we want. She's wanted by Fa'athra."
"Too bad," the robot replied. "Fa'athra - and by extension, anyone working for him - is number one on my list with a bullet."
"That so?" another human sneered, drawing a blaster rifle. The robot was faster, raising his blaster and putting a bolt between his eyes. The other blaster went up and nailed the second human, drawing his pistol. His aim shifted to the third human, who had his blaster drawn and was ready to fire; he got one to the chest and dropped like a rock. That left the Weequay, who managed to close the distance. He made an attempt to throw the robot aside, but this was met with a blaster grip smack to the side of his head, then a blaster bolt to that side of his head. The Robot then turned to Echo. He regarded her briefly, then removed his helmet, revealing a human face with cyborg eyes. "Takes guts to pull something on Fa'athra bad enough for him to send a hit squad after you. I like that." He offered a hand. "Name's Akarkek. I was actually about to hit the star lanes - you can ride along, if you want - so long as you don't mind riding with a Mercenary Bounty Hunter."
*** Starship Endeavor, Qo'nos Spacedock ***
"We need your help. Our ship is too recognizable," the Yaut'ja signal said. "Our clan must retrieve package. Details in person."
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*** Unspecified Location, Coruscant ***
Spyra turned to Viktor. "Do you think you can handle your little problem without me, while i Go see Hera?" the purple dragon asked.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"It was agreed that Drake would keep tabs on him, I keep tabs on Shiloh and I think She's over at Kabby's with her boy friend, I think jason is in his room with his girlfriend.
Indeed he was Layleh getting over her fear of crushing the controller in her hand started to get more comfortable with playing the game...
Kanan grumbled and went back to sleep pulling Kira in for a gentle kiss, as he did.
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"Do we have any reading on how many are left on board?" Grey asked.
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
"Aaah spit." Kira grumbled "i didn't have any extra reinforcements planned for this..." The khajiit grumbled.
*** Jawa Sandcrawler Camp, Tatooine ***
"I was hopeing to go back to the ship first but i can manage." Cobalt replied following along.
*** DMC Embassy, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"LIan I thought I told you to inform me of any changes to you plans invovling James." Kia sighed.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"If it's all good with you supreme leader, I would like to head back with my report."Rex said to Malgus," It seems you have things in order here."Rex added.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Something began to beep on Kylies arm he held his arm up and his eyes widened. "You up for some action?" He asked, showing Vitani the distress call the ship's systems had picked up.
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
The ship was eerily quiet, no sign of what happened not even a scratch on the wall and all data had been erased even the logs., and the two carbonite boxes were fully functional the two jedi inside in perfect cryohybernation.. and oddly the only thing in the whole ship with power.
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*Mongdrigo*
Malgus’s new assistant, Coll, stood outside the meditation chamber, paws folded behind him. He had assembled a fleet of very elegant vessels to act as transport for Lady Tano. He sighed, mumbling quietly to himself the names and classifications of these vessels.
*Coruscant, Market District*
Commander Fox sighed. “Unsure, Master Skywalker. Victim’s Mongdrigan, native of the planet that Master Tano is visiting. The odd part is,” Fox stepped over the body and pulled him onto his back, revealing the wound. “This. Very interesting, looks like a saber. Rogue elements on Coruscant?” He shrugged. “This could be bad. I suggest, at a risk of overstepping my bounds, we keep this quiet for now.”
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*** Marketplace, Hutta ***
She stood in stance behind him, not wanting to accidentally get between his aim. The young Orc glared at the Weequay from behind him. The interaction between the four and the machine seemed to be over fairly quick. He had a deadly aim that she noted never to cross.
When the 'robot' turned to her and revealed that he was indeed a human she blinked a few times in surprise before laughing and scratching the back of her head sheepishly. "Ah..thanks."
Echo gave him a gloved hand in return, "Echo. I owe you one, Akarkek. And I would love nothing more than to get off this planet - so long as you don't arrest me I am okay with joining a Merc Bounty Hunter. I'll be good for the most part." She grinned.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen nodded, looking at the dragon as she rushed off. All right, stay out of the armory. That wouldn't be so difficult... Errr... If he knew where the armory was...
Never mind that now. We'll find it as we explore, I'm sure.
Well that was true. And once found, it can just be left as is.
Right. Up and awaaay!
We're already up!
Yeh, on the first floor. Her her. Get looking. The stairs is actually a good spot to start mentally mapping things.
Michen could only softly laugh about this pretty amusing internal conversation, even though he tried his best to hide his inner feelings from the people around him. Well, the room he left his badge at was easy to find from the stairs, soooo... In his head, the feral marked both the stairs to the first floor and the room he was near the door of as two important points. There, that was a good start. Now to look further around. What was the best course of action?
Michen shortly had a look of "I'm not really sure" on his face, but he assumed it would be the easiest to simply keep sneaking around the first floor for now. He would leave all closed doors be for the time being, but rooms with an open door would be closer inspected. Of course, any doors that could only be locked from the inside that were left unlocked would be interesting as well...
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~Earth Deriks lair~
Finally receiving a call Derik loads his equipment into his personal ship (just a small one seat carrier) and heads for Onyx Prime. "I am heading there now can you give a brief description of his condition" Derik asks as he starts up the ship and gets it turned in the right direction "He is currently in a catatonic like state and his heart rate is very low" Says an onsite doctor "I will try and get there as fast as I can"
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*** Senate Tower, Coruscant ***
"Agreed," Mon Mothma said. She went about sending the order to the commerce department. "We will signal you when the first convoy is en route. Until then."
"Right."
Dvosye nodded as the com cut, the Commissar that brought it picked up the com and tipped his hat towards Mothma. A wordless acknowledgement of the decision she made. Now it all rested on where he was going to go after this.
-Hutta, Nem'ro's palace, Swamp.-
A Vengu hind silently hovered just a bit above from the ground. A group of 15-or-so raggedly cloaked Vengu dropping into the murky water below, weapons wrapped with cloth. Pretty much all of them looking like simple Vengan refugees holding their wrapped belongings.
'Shoot anything that doesn't have a Light-sword. Anything that wanders here needs to be dealt with swiftly. You-' The apparent leader motioned to 13 of the infiltrators
'You stay back here and find a good ambushing point. Three of us will scout ahead and see when the bastard comes over.' by this time, they had already previously dropped off a letter that would get some attention from the Jedi.
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*** Starship Endeavor, Qo'nos Spacedock ***
Weaver thought for a moment, "Alright. Details in person. Where are we meeting up?"
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*Unknown*
Fayam replied, "Pfft. All I've ever known was that jobs are profitable." He paused for a while, then continued, "By the way... ya might wanna tell the Gaian army about this 'incident'. Their commander's blood'll boil and they'll gladly turn the entire Obsidian Order into dust- even if it takes a hundred years. Anyhow, I'll see you around." With those words, he left for Torgus Prime.
*Torgus Prime*
Anna bowed. "At your service, Darth Torrentus. As for the command ship; troops have invaded it and my copilot stole its data. He's flying to a secure location as we speak."
*Qo'nos*
Johnny, in the meantime, arrived at Qo'nos. He wasn't very familiar with the place, but that was none of his issues right now. He dropped a line. "Johnny to Qo'nos, please connect me to the house of Pegh. I have important information for them."
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*** Unspecified Location, Coruscant ***
Ori was a little surprised with Viktor's sentence, but of course, her face expression couldn't be seen through her helmet. And maybe she could open it, but every time she did it, people either call her a freak or asks to cover her face again. It could be funny, but Ori thought absolutely the same. The fact that her skin is fascinating, it doesn't make her any beautiful. No, not at all. So far, Viktor and Spyra were way handsome. And because she didn't want to put a shame on her lovely wolf, the she-warframer continued with closed helm.
"Whom do you mean 'him'? Aldukaal?". Ori asked, being ready to follow Viktor whenever he will go. And help him with the person on who he was referring even if it was that elf.
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
"Yes, sir.". Fel answered, saluted and returned to his ship along with the Star Fox team. He likes hard jobs as he likes to challenge his mind and body. The Turian really does. Aside from his unbreakable loyalty, this what makes him a valuable DMC operative after all. But while he was returning to his ship, he thought about one thing Fel was curios about after the operation at the Spire is concluded. It's the team name. Fel never was a part of the Star Fox team, and thus, he often needed to represent himself and McCloud' boys as separate entities. For Dranghyr, it's more like a question of honor to be the one of Fox's team. Hence he asked a question his fellow vulpine upon being aboard of Normandy. "Hey, Fox. Or rather all of you. Can I be reputed as a part of the Star Fox team? Otherwise, we need a name for the new squad."
*** Somewhere next to Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
Helix was drifting in Space, thinking about what to do next with his ship being cloaked. His relationships with Sangheilios were promising, and so the cyborg was pondering if the next year he should spend working on the planetary government. He has already made good money working with them. But his future business came suddenly. Helix never saw so large (and a little freaky) Star Destroyers so close. And one of them has just emerged from hyperspace. What's was even worse - it was the Sith Covenant. Of course, for the Rangers, they were enemies, but the cyborg has had enough brains not to engage in a fight with the Covenant alone. That is, he was thinking of departing from this part of the system. But suddenly, his ship sensors picked a distress signal. Being a person who always helps (as Rangers always do), he answered.
"Greetings from Rangers service! I believe the Covenant came here is after you, isn't it? I'm ready to help if you tell me what's on the board of your ship.". Helix said as his hologram appeared on Lethal Weapon' HoloDeck. His question was more about how much damage the Lethal Weapon can take before it explodes from a cargo it carries.
*** Secret Hangar, N. Coruscant ***
Edo stayed for a couple of minutes with his thoughts before returning to his Cerberus frigate. What has happened right now, he didn't know. But it was for good because Edo was always a grim person. And who wouldn't be so after losing his homeworld? Yes, the population of the X Galaxy consisted of creatures that were no near handsome as a good part of Coruscant. Heck, Foderis' beauty might give odds to everyone in Edo's world. But it was Drex's home after all. And everyone could call him a liar if he says that he didn't want to return there. It's a feeling which every living being has.
"I'm not mad at you at all. On the contrary, I don't want you to be mad at me. I don't want to lose you. So if you want, you can get familiar with tools and weapons whenever you want. All I can tell you is when you need to start. Deal?". The human asked once he returned to his ship and entered Foderis's room. He tried to sound friendly because he wanted, that the folf could trust him. But Edo never could lie properly.
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|Secret Hangar, N. Coruscant|
I wake up suddenly, hearing him talk to me. I still feel dizzy from my sleep, and I don't filter my thoughts, instead I say them out loud: "Well, sure... But... I don't need that... I need you... Could you stay here?"
Without thinking, I grab his arm and pull him closer to me, hugging him, making the bed sheet fall off the bed. "Please?"
I stop thinking.
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*** Unspecified Location, Coruscant ***
Viktor nodded. "Aldukaal," he whispered hoarsely. "We must go - if we must face him, it will be on our terms." He rose to his full height, then clipped his inherited lightsabers to his belt. "And I know what we can name our new ship." He looked to Cham. "Have the bounty reward wired to our account, and have the shipyard techs change the ship's ID Transponder to register as... the Draconis Furiam." Cham nodded, and went to work. Viktor looked to Spyra. "Whatever Hera needs, see her quick - we'll be breaking orbit in two hours. In the meantime... I need to visit the Jedi Temple." He then started for the door, his cloak fluttering in the draft created by his movement.
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
Not long after the agreement was made, a trade convoy escorted by a pair of Nebula-class Star Destroyers and a trio of Enforcer-class Heavy Cruisers departed from Coruscant Orbit, bound for Venga.
*** Coruscant, Market District ***
"Agreed," Luke said with a nod. He examined the body, frowning. He looked back at Commander Fox. "Any witnesses?" he asked.
*** Mongdrigo ***
Malgus emerged from his meditation chamber, looking at Coll. "Get word to the Military Enclave - have them search the archives for anything on an Obsidian Order." Malgus turned his attention to Rex. "And please advise Lady Ahsoka that I wish to speak to her before she leaves."
*** Marketplace, Hutta ***
"Like I said - we have a common enemy. Fa'athra and I have more than our share of bad blood," Akarkek said. He indicated his cybernetic eyes with two fingers. "Jack*** is indirectly responsible for this. Anyway, my ship's parked at the spaceport. Let's go." He put his helmet on and started walking for the spaceport. "You got a blaster, kid?" he asked Echo.
*** Hutta, Swampland near Nem'ro's Palace ***
Some time later, the Jedi wandered in the swamp, muttering to his two companions - marines, judging by their attire, armed with upgraded DH17 Blaster Carbines.
*** Military District, Dragon'taan ***
Fox curled his lips and shrugged. "I don't see why you shouldn't be reputed as one of us - just don't expect me to change the name; it's what my father named it."
"Soooo... we headed to Qo'nos?" Falco asked. "I thought I heard something about a new ship."
"Oh, please tell me we're not..." Farah groaned.
"Relax, Farah, that was a long time ago," Fox assured her. "I doubt Korath even remembers it."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Draco frowned. "Since when did Jason have a girlfriend?" he asked.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Vitani smiled. "Both our ships can partake in that," she commented with a toothy, ear-to-ear grin.
*** Somewhere next to Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
"Weapons shipment bound for Sangheilios," Amy responded to the Ranger. "We could really use some backup - kinda outnumbered here!"
*** DMC Embassy, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"I did," Lian responded to her godmother. "You were kinda out of it at the time, though. Dunno what was in that drink, but your body clearly didn't agree with it." Under her breath, she muttered something about Brewfest.
*** Starship Endeavor, Qo'nos Spacedock ***
"First City. Qo'nos. Will wait for you at Exchange. Escort if needed."
The technician, who heard the exchange, nodded. "I know where that is," he told Weaver. "And I think we can trust this person; if they wanted to harm us, they would have done so already."
*** Qo'nos Orbit ***
There was a ten second delay before Johnny would be hailed - the channel was encrypted, but by all accounts, accessible to him.
*** Jawa Sandcrawler Camp, Tatooine ***
"Our ship has transporters, you know," K'Tath told his girlfriend. "We can just transport it aboard."
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"Ob board what?" Steiner asked.
*** Torgus Prime ***
"That's good - but if it's not too much trouble, I would like the enemy command ship kept... more or less intact. I think I can find use for it," Torrentus said.
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
While examining the carbonite slabs, the crew inadvertently activated their thaw subroutines, and immediately took cover, not sure what this would do.
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*** Coruscant Orbit ***
Not long after the agreement was made, a trade convoy escorted by a pair of Nebula-class Star Destroyers and a trio of Enforcer-class Heavy Cruisers departed from Coruscant Orbit, bound for Venga.
*** Hutta, Swampland near Nem'ro's Palace ***
Some time later, the Jedi wandered in the swamp, muttering to his two companions - marines, judging by their attire, armed with upgraded DH17 Blaster Carbines.
*** Hutta, Swampland near Nem'ro's Palace ***
*ksshk*
One of the Vengu's looked down at their communicator, placing it against her ear as she sat in the canopy of a tree with her wrapped LMG pointed at the area in front of her.
'We saw the target only a few minutes ago, we're regrouping. Keep your ground. There's no-way they can take us all.'
*ksshk*
The female infiltrator motioned from her spot, down below at the Vengu, who where hiding deep in the murky water and blending amongst the weeds, pads and other swamp-plants. This couldn't be too hard, right?
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*Coruscant, Market District*
Commander Fox glanced around at the buildings a moment, before his hand shot up, pointing. “There. A camera. It must’ve caught something.
*Mongdrigo*
Coll nodded. “Yes m’Lord. Right away.” He quickly shuffled off excitedly, but nearly stumbled down the stairs.
After a few minutes, having stopped already with the Enclave, Coll stopped outside of Ahsoka’s quarters and knocked on the door. “Lady Ahsoka? Are you available?” He stood a second, before mentally kicking himself. “I apologize for the interruption. Lord Malgus sent me. He wishes to speak with you before you leave.”
Coll’s voice lost its brightness the longer he spoke, unsure of Ahsoka was even in her quarters. He looked down both sides of the hall nervously.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Katin walked over beside the hunter. Prepared for whatever transportation he had in store. He waved to his brother a farewell. Damien gave him a thumbs up.
“Fortuna Tibi, get back safe brother.” He said to him.
Katin smiled back, “No worries, be back soon.” He looked at the hunter, nodding his readiness.
Damien turned back to the others, waiting on the others for their plan of attack.
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*** Unspecified Location, Coruscant ***
"I'll meet you back at the ship then, good luck." Spyra replied as she walked off to find Hera, stopping for a minute "Cham, where is your daughter?" she asked.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"I will let her know" Rex replied with a respectful bow, before leaving Malgus presense to let Ashoka know.
*** Marketplace, Hutta ***
When Akarkek and Echo got to the spaceport they'd see what appeared to be a female version of the Demon known as a Baron of hell standing there Guarding Akarkek's ship holding a giant Heavy machine gun in her arms, her green eyes blinking when she saw the two approach. "What did you run into this time?" The large creature actually a pink she-wolf in armor that made her look like a Baron, asked, finger not on the trigger of her gun. "I see we have a new passenger..."She added.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Since today." Amie replied turning to head into the kitchen, as her stomach growled.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"I recommend you keep your ship inside until we get there, deal?" Kylie asked as he tapped something on his wrist communicator.
*** Jawa Sandcrawler Camp, Tatooine ***
"We just got it ,how was I to know I didn't have access to that system, yet." Cobalt complained in responce.
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
A few minutes later a couple of loud thumps along with the sound of metal pinging could be heard as the two Jedi fell out of the carbon freeze slabs, alive but still effected by the carbon freeze hibernation, their odd tiger tails flat on the ground along with their bodies, they both began to moan...
***Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
Kiri Smacked herself in the face. "Do you two , not, know the meaning of classified?" the Khajiit grumbled, palm still in her face..."I knew I shouldn't have gotten out of bed this morning." she mumbled
***Reach, UNSC Headquarters, interstellar technology Conference***
Tigress Arcnon a large 7 foot white tiger finished her presentation on the latest upgrades for the Gen 3 Mjolnir powered assault armor, not discussing her own Gen4 version as that was not part of her plans here, and the UNSC probably cared little for the suit that they would not be using. "So is that what you were looking for?" She asked the UNSC delegations at the conference. They all nodded in agreement. "Good then I think my part is done here, Dr. Halsey I believe you were up next..."
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*** Unspecified Location, Coruscant ***
Just as always, Ori was mute. A voiceless sentinel and a vengeful spirit of her beloved furry. The sense of her life and a goal to live. She served him like she served her nation long ago. But when Viktor mentioned the Jedi Temple. The Orokin thought that with a pair of lightsabers and abilities her warframe provides, she might become way deadly than Viktor is. Maybe even stronger than Aldukaal. Ori was perfectly aware of that melee weapon and secretly wanted to get her own. But the process of its creation was a mystery for her. There was no harm at trying, so Ori resolved to ask.
"The Jedi Temple? Hm... is it possible to craft a lightsaber for a non-force-sensitive one? I know even Mandalorians had got one. I want to get a couple of them.". She asked as the two were walking forward.
*** Military District, Dragon'taan -> SSV Normandy ***
Fel was thrilled now. It's been a while when he had experienced such a feeling. Graduating from the DMC N7 training program was the first such. Vulpine's words were the second one. His military lifestyle barely has moments where the Turian could enjoy life. All his jobs were mere ways to support his mind in shape. Until a twist in his life like the one has just happened. Now he got a chance to become not a DMC operative but a legend. It's a privilege with no price, for which one Dranghyr would give everything. And he'll prove that Turians are excellent warriors of the Galactic Society. Fel was the first of his kind who has ascended so high. And unlike many, he's not going to be proud of that. His deeds will tell everything instead of him.
"Thank you, Fox. I won't let you down. I promise.". The grey alien said, listening to what the team saying. And once McCloud has finished his speech, Fel asked while boarding on his ship. Or StarFox' starship from this point. Because being a part of the legendary team, Dranghyr will do everything to succeed in any mission. "Who is Korath?"
*** Somewhere next to Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
"Do you have fuel for a hyperspace jump? I can buy some time for you.". Helix said, observing the hostile company. He likes an idea to keep working for Sangheilios because, as a rule, it means good money or useful stuff. Not like the DMC, but Helix had never regret about working on them. The hostile ships in this system is a decent proof. Armament of the Ranger starship wasn't good enough to penetrate any of Battlecruisers or a Heavy Cruiser. Boarding them alone was a suicide option too. It didn't matter how well the cyborg was a skilled combatant. Maybe if only one Covenant's ship left, the cyborg could try to use a cloaking device of his fighter and take them by surprise. For now, cyborg resolved to leave this plan for later.
He picked a different tactic - he decided to appear between those cruisers and force them to shoot in Helix. If the Ranger can be lucky enough, the ships will shoot into each other, and it must be enough to cause severe damage to both of them. At least it should deplete their shielding, exposing them to external impact. With that idea, Helix decloaked between the cruisers. Afterward, he started to shoot in a CCS-class battlecruiser, provoking the crew of the vessel. Helix's fighter pressure by his quad beam cannons should attract their attention, starting a space firefight.
*** Secret Hangar, N. Coruscant ***
The scene that occurred between Foderis and Edo has disoriented the human. It took some time for him to understand what happened. But when he had realized it - he couldn't resist but smile for a little. No one hugged him for ages, and the guy has almost forgotten what that is. Being grateful to the folf, the male scientist has remembered what it is. To support his furred partner, Edo remained in the embrace of Foderis, slowly petting him. It was a feeling which Drex wanted to be infinite.
"I can. But my homeworld won't liberate by itself. So let me plot the course to my galaxy, and I can assure you, we'll spend a lot of time together. The trip is going to be pretty long.". The human said while petting the folf. They actually can stay on Coruscant forever, but if they do that, Edo can forget about his homeworld forever. But only if he could know what a surprise waits for him in the X Galaxy.
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*Torgus Prime*
When Fayam arrived back at Torgus Prime, he found that the Capellans were gone, save their command ship. He still wished to blow it to pieces, but that lady would undoubtedly keep him from it again.
Anna glanced towards the idle ship and said, "Sure. It's not a threat to us anymore anyway. More like a husk of its former glory."
*Qo'nos*
Johnny replied, "House of Pegh, I am Johnny, copilot of Faith and bringer of news and intelligence. As you may know, Torgus Prime was invaded by Capellan forces. I come to bring the spoils of their master ship."
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|Secret Hangar, N. Coruscant?|
"Ah,,, yeah! Sure! Go do that" i let him go and walk over to my backpack, opening it and finding some work clothes. Like these aren't workful enough I think. I take out a simple black uniform with some orange accessories, and a unbuttoned shirt. I start taking off my combat shorts, which were covered in sweat.
"You wonna stay and watch?" I chuckle to myself. I also take off my shirt, now only in my boxers.
Shouldn't I feel embarrassed or something? Naaah
After a minute of just standing there, I put on my uniform. Gosh, this is tighter then I thought!
I then go over to the door and open it, stepping into what I assume is to be the common area of the ship.
"So,,, I'll wait for us to take off and for you to plot the course, okay? I'm just gonna read a book or something. I have to stay literate, after all" And I sit on the black couch, his leather surface a pleasant surprise. And so I wait.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen kept wandering around the mansion, marvelling at the sight of it. Sure, the layout was pretty easy, but it was a pretty long walk from one side of the house to the other. It would probably take more than one round to find everything. All the while he kept looking for what rooms were where, mentally marking places that seemed important. Rooms like bathrooms, rooms that were more likely to be calm rooms to relax at safely and other such rooms.
Though, to be honest, he was a bit nervous about being on the first floor. The ceilings were rather high, and he knew that, with dragons living here, that was no different on the ground floor. He already noticed that climbing up the stairs. It made him feel like he was higher up than he actually was, and he automatically lowered his body towards the ground slightly to compensate that feeling. Not that it actually helped him any, but it made him feel a little safer.
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*** Starship Endeavor, Qo'nos Spacedock ***
"Sounds good then," Weaver replied, "I'll meet you there. Uh... I don't think I need an escort." He then nodded to the technician, "I guess I just need to fuel up and then head over. Uh... I'm sure you have other tasks to do, but if you want to tag along I wouldn't be opposed. You know more than I do I think."
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*** Starship Endeavor, Qo'nos Spacedock ***
"Indeed. Still, it's odd their kind is asking for you. Must be something important for them to ask for an outsider..." the Romulan mused. A look of comprehension crossed his face, and he wrote down an address. "I'll have a friend of mine meet you here; it's on the way to the Exchange. She knows more about these creatures than I do."
*** Qo'nos Orbit ***
"This is Admiral Jureth, House Pegh. We are extremely grateful for you bringing this to us," came the response of a clearly young Klingon, no more than his late twenties. "If you can, transmit the data through this channel; otherwise, head for our headquarters on the west side of First City. You'll know it when you see it. It's the building that has no disruptor marks on it."
*** Torgus Prime ***
"That won't be an issue; I have gifted technicians and shipwrights that can make it better than the original," Torrentus said. "Now, your payment... did New Romulus agree on your payment, or was that going to be hashed out by me?"
*** Unspecified Location, Coruscant ***
"It's possible, and we might be able to pick up some parts while we're at the Jedi Temple," Viktor said. He looked back at Spyra. "I have a feeling what Hera wants is connected to what I intend." He then headed for the Jedi Temple in the distance, ordering a site-to-site transport directly there to save time.
*** Coruscant, Market District ***
"Get the security footage, then," Luke requested. "It may tell us what happened."
*** Hutta, Swampland near Nem'ro's Palace ***
The Jedi continued into the swamp, seemingly more alert and tense. Did he sensed a trap? Did he realize he'd been duped? It was difficult to say.
*** Jawa Sandcrawler Camp, Tatooine ***
K'Tath beamed the droid parts aboard their ship, and headed out to the remains of the Battlecruiser in the distance. The ride was short, and K'Tath sniffed the air, then grunted. "This place reeks of death. We must be cautious."
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
The Romulan Marines approached the two, trying not to look threatening, but still trying to maintain defensive posture.
***Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
"Negative," Amy responded to Helix. "One of those ships is keeping us from entering hyperspace!"
"Kiri, secure our cargo - they'll likely go for it if they try to board!" Jake told Kiri.
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Deal - let's go," Vitani agreed.
*** Military District, Dragon'taan -> SSV Normandy ***
"Klingon Admiral Fara got in hot water with over a game," Fox chuckled. "He thinks she cheated him."
"Which I didn't!" Fara added defensively
"We keep telling her he'd have forgotten by now - been hit over the head so many times, it'd doubtful he'd even recognize her," Falco said.
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
The hunter made a chittering sound in his mask, not unlike a woodpecker on wood, and he and Katin were whisked away to the hunter ship. The hunter motioned for Katin to follow him through the bowels of this alien ship, toward the bridge as it rumbled slightly as it got underway.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
One of the doors near Michen opened up, and a young Tigress walked out, carrying an infant child in her arms, when she spotted Michen. She stared at him for a moment, then comprehension dawned, and she put a finger to her lips. It as evident the child was sleeping. The mother must be taking him to his room.
"Lunch isn't quite done, kiddo," Anna told Amie. "How's, uh... Jason's new girlfriend?"
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*Mongdrigo*
Coll smiled and waved slightly as Rex approached. The young Mongdrigan barely reached the Trooper’s breastplate.
*Coruscant, Market District*
Wolf nodded, and quickly called for a security droid. Within minutes, Luke and Wolf were huddled around a datapad, streaming the camera’s feed.
At 8:45 am, the Mongdrigan appeared in the alleyway, stumbling backwards. He scooted back, paw raised in defense, as his assailant appeared. A long black cloak obscured their visage. A blue saber flashed from their long cloak, and the robed figure fell upon the Mongdrigan. The figure stepped away from his victim, turned and vanished in a burst of blue. The figure’s face, though partially obscured, caused Fox to audibly gasp.
The figure was Anakin Skywalker.
Fox looked at Luke, greatly confused. “Your father..? He was with you, right?”
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*Qo'nos*
Johnny replied, "Got it. Comin' up!" While he was speaking, he transferred the data he had siphoned. When it was all done he remarked, "There you go. It's slightly compressed to fit the on-board computer, but that shouldn't be an issue."
*Torgus Prime*
Anna shrugged. "I was assigned to help you by D'Tan, so I assume he'll get any transactions sorted."
Fayam thought about his next move. If that Jaqueline girl was correct, the Obsidion Order would undoubtedly be hot on his tail still. After weighing his options, he decided to follow his own advice to get the Gaian army to chase them. Someone like Havoc would go to the end of the universe to slay their foes. With this thought, he set course for Gaia.
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*Mongdrigo*
Rex waved back as he stepped closer to Asoka.
"Commander Ashoka!" Rex said with a respectful salute.
*** Unspecified Location, Coruscant ***
Spyra continued to walk off to find Hera, when she did she stood there waiting for the green twi'lek pilot to say something to her.
*** Jawa Sandcrawler Camp, Tatooine ***
Cobalt rolled her eyes. "I don't see or sense anything." she replied sniffing the air.
*** Jawa Sandcrawler Camp, Tatooine ***
it took a couple seconds but the two jedi soon hopped to their feet activating their lightsabers still blind due to the effects of the hibernation ,but they were jedi so that didn't stop them much. "WHat are you doing here?" the female asked.
***Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
Kiri again put her paw/hand into her face. "It's classified cargo it is locked down and hidden..."
*** NCAC Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Right then, might want to grab onto something." Kylie said leaning against the wall as the huge assault carrier jumped into subspace arriving at the distress beacon that was coming from the lethal weapon, the whole huge carrier somehow cloaked. "Right then i'll aquire a target and you should be able to get out of the hanger with the cloak on" Kylie explained the plan "After the missiles fire, we'll work it out from there." he continued. "Good luck happy hunting, Love."
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"I uhh guess that just leaves you and me?" Grey asked Damien....
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Considering neither has run outside ,must be pretty good, I left them alone." Amie replied.
**Reach, Technology conference, UNSC HQ**
Aas Dr. Halsey took the stage to speak Tigress began to get a bad feeling not that DR.Halsey was bad or anything but that something was about to happen.
***Sangheilios Orbit ***
a slipspace portal opened up in orbit of the Sangheili homeworld and a familair SDV class heavy corvette the Silent Shadow dropped out of slipspace the ship master a Kyva Katomei, asking for a direct line to the Kaidon.. "KAidon?" asked an eleven foot tall Sangheili (https://external-content.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fvignette.wikia.nocookie.net%2Fhalo%2Fimages%2F3%2F3c%2FXytan_%2527Jar_Wattinree.jpg%2Frevision%2Flatest%3Fcb%3D20150911194359&f=1&nofb=1) "I have not heard of that rank since the writ of union." the tall Sangheili spoke "This meeting just got more interesting, Shipmaster, you didn't mention we'd be speaking to a Kadion.."
"I thought it'd be more appropriate you find out when we actually met him." Kyva replied followed by a respectful "hmmph" from the larger Sangheili. Nearby a female Sangheili and a particular dark blue fox stood nearby waiting, the fox was an ally to Kyva and Sangheilos from the NCC and had 'run' into him on his recent journey to former Covenant holdings, of another intrest was a T'vaoan or Skirmisher by human words, female Kig-yar, eagerly awaiting the meeting, though seemed impatient as she tapped her foot on the nanolaminate floor.
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*** Secret Hangar, N. Coruscant -> Hyperspace tunnel to the X Galaxy ***
Foderis kept surprising his new friend. Edo hadn't used for shows like the one the folf demonstrated. All the human could do is to watch, being unable to move. It has mesmerized him and made petrified the guy until when everything has donned on the purple tod is only his boxers. He looked handsome, and Drex couldn't lie, even might admit it if being asked. Despite that Edo considered himself as a straight male, Foderis' shape attracts him. Mayhap because furries were cutest things in the world, or maybe Edo doesn't know himself very well. Lingered travels in Space had changed his personality, and Drex wasn't sure if that is for good.
"You look nice. Yakaboo would try to flirt with you for sure.". Drex said and then went to the bridge. The vessel that attacked speeder with otter and folf during their way to Edo's office was still a potential threat. They were away from that place right now, but what if someone wants to kill Edo? Except for pirates and corsairs, Drex didn't have enemies. And not just his life at stake, but Fod's one as well. So to leave Coruscant and the current system safely, Edo turned on his ship's engine at full speed, hoping none of the attackers would note it. Foderis could feel that the frigate started its thrusters because the Cerberus is one of the fastest vessels in his class. Regardless, the navicomputer showed that the warp is going to take three to four galactic days. Thankfully, Edo won't spend this time alone, so after he had done with plotting the course, Drex decided to return to the folf.
"So, our travel will be a little long. Any ideas about what we could do together? Besides, do you have a combat armor or something?". Edo asked, raising and scratching his eyebrow, once he had entered the planning room with Foderis.
*** Unspecified Location, Coruscant ***
"Excellent". Ori whispered, being glad that soon enough, she might get a couple of the most deadly weapons in her arms. She could use her abilities to fly to the Jedi Academy. But in this case, she couldn't take Viktor along with her, and it would raise suspicion of Coruscant' guards. So the choice was obvious and clear.
*** SSV Normandy (SR1) -> On the way to Qo'noS ***
"Klingon Admiral, huh? I'm pretty sure, if we ever encounter Fara, the fact that the StarFox team is a DMC task force now will negate this little issue.". Fel said in response, while the team was making its way to Normandy's main room. That one with EDI's interface in the center. Aside from starting the warp to Qo'noS's system, the Turian wanted to get any intel on what's Peragus III. If not, then ask EDI to perform a search just by 'Peragus' word. But perhaps the StarFox team could know something. So upon finishing interacting with the EDI that handled departing from Dragon'taan, Dranghyr asked a question. "Anyone of you heard about Peragus III before?"
*** In the same system with Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
Helix didn't like response from the Lethal Weapon' crew because it meant that the battle would be fierce. And by destroying enemy ships, the Ranger might get nothing as the loot will be demolished in the process. But as much as the Ranger didn't like it, he got a chance to improve his reputation. And it was even more valuable than credits. The cyborg calculated that it's are likely to happen because his sudden appearance between cruisers has forced them to fire in Helix' fighter a plasma torpedo from each side. And since the ranger rerouted his vessel core power to its speed capabilities before decloaking, the trick with friendly fire did the job. It's probably because none of them had expected an occurrence of an unknown craft. At least Helix was hoping for that.
When the two cruisers are being hit by their torpedos, their shielding got depleted. It could be seen afar and was a good sign for Helix to start the assault. The crew of the Lethal Weapon should note it as well. The yellow cyborg began from shooting in the nose of CCS battlecruiser, hoping to trigger a chain reaction and destroy the Covenant' vessel. That will make an excellent start to the battle.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
Taking a moment to stabilize after being transported through a different means he wasn’t used to, Katin took a few breaths before following the hunter through his ship. Looking all around at the architecture. This was nothing he had ever seen before. Not even in Eis did technology this strange exist. He felt the walls with his hands to inspect the wonder as he met with the hunter on the bridge, looking out into the space before them. Awed at the infinite amount of the cosmos before him.
“This is it? Space must be massive. How in Gods names do you manage to find your way through it all?” He asked.
Damien watched his brother disappear from there spot from the beam of light.
“I guess so, looks like you can’t escape my company huh? Well we should prepare to fight when the time comes. Would your people be able to help us Grey?” Damien asked putting his arms crossed.
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*** Starship Endeavor, Qo'nos Spacedock ***
"Gotcha," Weaver replied as he took the note from the technician, "I'm guessing that there's no place to land my ship planetside. Is there a shuttle I can take?" Weaver headed over to a footlocker, opening it with a hiss. He took out a back-mounted rig of sorts. A blue cylinder embedded in the back of the device softly glowed. Four segments branched out, each one meant to be attached to one of Weaver's back limbs.
"I may need this," Weaver mused.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen nodded at the tigress, though the tigress' gestures were rather unnecessary. The snow leopard already wasn't planning to make any noise, as he liked to be on his own during his little explorations. He was more the type to sneak into a room, and then sneak out, leaving barely any evidence behind of his intrusion. So that he had been found by the tigress was already a bit of a disappointment to him. Michen kept looking to the tigress for a while, trying to see in what direction she would go from here.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
The tigress took the child two doors down, and quietly entered, setting the child down in a crib.
Jason, in his room with his new girlfriend, played a game rather intently. "Keep goin, babe, you're doing great!" he urged Leylah.
Anna smiled and chuckled. "To think your kids found their future mates well before we did. Did I tell you how Kyle and I met?" Anna asked Amie.
It was then that Drake beamed in. He breathed a sigh of relief. "What a day..."
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
The Lethal Weapon took full advantage of Helix's efforts, firing turbolasers at the ships with their shields now out. While Covenant vessels' shields were resilient, their hull armor came apart like wet cardboard when assaulted by the turbolasers of the Republic-class Star Destroyer. One listed to port and detonated like a bomb when the Lethal Weapon's Beam Cannons struck the ship, causing the main reactors to blow.
It was then that a Harrower Battlecruiser (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/c/c7/Doombringer01.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20130206031726) dropped out of hyperspace.
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"Long... story... complicated," the Hunter uttered as they reached the Bridge. He turned to Katin. Pointing to himself, he spoke, "Name... Wolf." He pointed to the apparent captain of the vessel, then continued, "Name... Scar."
"Scar" turned to face Katin, staring him down while never making a sound. He then stepped off a raised platform, and approached Katin. He looked to someone behind Katin and spoke, "This... him?"
There was a moment of silence before a man stepped from a shadowy alcove. This man was vastly different from the hunters present - completely different in race and appearance. He was a Sith Pureblood (https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bE1GnD5zrbk/maxresdefault.jpg). "I believe he is," the man said with a strange accent that almost sounded English. "Even if I am wrong, this one can help us." The Sith fixed his red eyes on Katin. "You'll have to excuse my colleagues' behavior and appearances - this clan is still getting used to the idea of working alongside the powers of the galaxy. But they've made the most progress of them all." The man bowed before Katin. "I am Lord Scourge, at your service. I was sent to aid this clan of Yaut'ja by General Draco Bellator himself. I imagine you have questions."
*** Mongdrigo ***
Ahsoka rose from her meditation and began getting her things together. "Did Lord Malgus say what he wanted?" she asked.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
After a site-to-site transport to the Jedi Temple, Viktor walked into the halls, only to nearly collide with Anakin Skywalker himself. Viktor stood just as tall as the former-Sith Lord, and had more muscle mass than the aged Jedi. As it was, Anakin spoke first: "Do I know you?"
"No," Viktor said, "But you might know my father." Anakin blinked a couple times, then comprehension dawned.
"I had a feeling you'd show up, one day," he said. He noticed the lightsabers. "One of the few Jedi at this temple who openly used a Red Blade in his lightsabers." He paused, then added, "He did say he'd leave you something if you did show up. Said you'd know how to find it."
"Do you know where his room is? Where he stayed?" Viktor asked. In response, Anakin pointed to the upper levels of the Temple. "You'll likely recognize the mark he etched into the door."
*** Coruscant Bar, Coruscant ***
"Come closer," Hera requested. "I'd prefer not to have to raise my voice."
*** Coruscant, Market District ***
"Yes, he was - we were at my wife's house at this time, and he left at the same time I did; I came here, he had to go to the Temple - there's absolutely no way this is him. So either he has a clone... or someone is trying to frame him. But how... and why?" Luke mused.
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
"We were gonna ask you the same thing," the lead Romulan NCO responded. "We caught this ship drifting through Romulan Space, and you two are the only living things we've found on board."
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
"Can you not sense it? This place has been attacked recently," K'Tath said. He walked along the hull of the vessel until he found a breach in the hull. He grabbed his lightsaber and hopped inside, landing on his feet with a thud! on the vessel's deck. He cycled through various vision modes to see if there was anything. Finding nothing to contend with other than his own twitchiness, he spoke to Cobalt: "Come on in - we've got a ways to go before we get to the Computer Core."
*** SSV Normandy (SR1) -> On the way to Qo'noS ***
"Heard of it - one of the lesser-known shippers of Starship Engine Fuel," Fox said.
"That's not the only thing, Fox," Slippy chirped. "Peragus III was named such because of it's location - the center of a bunch of highly-volatile asteroids. Weapons and explosives are heavily regulated there. One stray blaster bolt can turn the whole field into a supernova that makes the destruction of Peragus II look like a firecracker."
"Nasty place to be," Falco said. "I had a buddy who worked as the foreman there. Dunno if he's still there. Wait... why are we talking about Peragus III?"
*** IKV Furiam, Battle Site ***
"Just stay safe," Vitani said as her ship left the hangar. "And when I land after this, pull the Furiam in aft first - it'll make exiting the hangar a lot easier." The Furiam was already cloaked, and Vitani was already in the captain's chair with the gunner scope down. Her sights were set on the bridge of that Harrower.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
Kaidon 'Vadam appeared on the screen. "Shipmaster Kyva... I did not know you were still active," he greeted Kyva. "In fact... our records show you've been out of contact for... thirty years. Where have you been this entire time?"
*** Qo'nos Orbit ***
"No, that won't be an issue," Jureth responded. "Your payment will be handled when we can get it processed; in the meantime, maybe you'd like to cool your heels in one of our cantinas?"
*** Starship Endeavor, Qo'nos Spacedock ***
"Not at present, but you can take a transporter down there. Just watch out - Klingon transporters tend to induce nausea more often than most others for first-timers," the technician said. "But better hurry - Rellius isn't the most patient woman I know, even for a Sith."
*** Torgus Prime ***
"Oh, I see... well, I may be Sith, but I am a Sith of honor; I cannot allow you to go unpaid for what you did here," Torrentus said. "Hm... if only I had something to pay you with. Well, for now - let's just say I owe you a huge favor for this. I'm sure the two of us can come to some agreement, eventually."
*** Cardassia Prime ***
A Negh'Tev Heavy Battlecruiser (https://gamepedia.cursecdn.com/sto_gamepedia/thumb/8/81/Ship_Variant_-_KDF_-_Negh%27tev_Heavy_Battle_Cruiser_%28T6%29.png/800px-Ship_Variant_-_KDF_-_Negh%27tev_Heavy_Battle_Cruiser_%28T6%29.png) dropped out of Transwarp Speed, accompanied by a pair of Halberd-class Destroyers (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/sotp/images/1/1f/Mal-Halberd.png/revision/latest?cb=20190126135919). The Negh'Tev sent a coded hailing signal to the planet, and remained in orbit.
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*Coruscant, Market District*
Commander Fox shrugged. “Could be a changeling, using Anakin’s identity. Trying to throw the case.” A scream cut Fox off, and a Rodian female ran up to the pair. Or as close as the officers would allow.
“Master Jedi! Commander! There’s been a murder!”
*Mongdrigo*
Coll stepped forward. “Lord Malgus has me select the most opulent vessels to ferry you home, Lady Ahsoka.”
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*Gaia*
As Fayam arrived near Gaia, he made sure he wasn't being followed. If people were hunting him, he couldn't drop his guard. He doubted they wanted to come to these corners of space, though- Gaia was rather territorial, and their neighbours the Terrans even more. He dropped a line. "Yo, Gaia. Fayam Aerial here. I need Havoc. He there?" Havoc himself replied, "OF COURSE, you... Wait, Fayam? You haven't been here in ages! What brings you here?"
*Qo'nos*
Johnny waved his hand at it. "No, thanks. I'll go back to meet my captain, Anna. You can send her the reward." With these words, he traveled back to Torgus Prime.
*Torgus Prime*
Anna responded, "Very well. Let me know if you have a suitable payback."
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|Hyperspace tunnel?|
"Yakaboo?" I exclaim, wonder why he brought her up. Did he actually mean that, or did he mean something else? He must have, because bringing her up doesn't seem coherent in this case. "If only he'd flirt too" I think to myself.
While I wait for Edo to do his thing in the command room, I place down the book and take a closer look at the interior. The floor is made out of dull gray metal, but it is padded. There is a small hallways leading to somewhere, probably the Bridge. The fuzzy couch I'm sitting on, black and comfortable, is placed in the possibly only common area or living room, as I'd say. I notice my shirt is still unbottoned, so I button it up, the last button being So hard to tuck in!! Just get in already!!
I fondle with the stubborn article of clothing for a few minutes, and finally put it in, completing my gray urban style uniform.
I take out my backpack and open it, putting my book in it, and I leave the clothes compartment completely open, it's contents almost completely exposed.
"What do you mean? This isn't good enough for you?" A little offended, I take my backpack and start putting things out softly, but not harshly enough for them to go far. "Then you'll surely show me what's acceptable, right!?"
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*** Hutta, Swampland near Nem'ro's Palace ***
The Jedi continued into the swamp, seemingly more alert and tense. Did he sensed a trap? Did he realize he'd been duped? It was difficult to say.
*** Hutta, Swampland near Nem'ro's Palace ***
The area, although relatively calm for swampland, had an incredibly tense atmosphere that hung over both sides of this upcoming skirmish.
The water around the jedi swished a bit, a sudden rise in tension before it burst forward. A single Cloaked figure suddenly rising from the water and swinging their sickle towards one of the guards, inaccurate gunshots starting to pepper the area around them seemingly from the trees and bushes.
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*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"I think you misunderstand, Sir. I'm the only one free the rest of my squad is guarding your planet from any further attacks." Grey noted.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You really think so?" Leylah asked.
"wasn't it something about a war against the Necrymans or something that eventually brought you two together?" Amie asked, turning to run to and almost tackle glomp her husband... "What happened?" She asked.
*** Coruscant Bar, Coruscant ***
"Well it is rather loud in here." Spyra noted as she came closer.
** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
"All i smell are blaster burn marks on metal and a couple of feint Aura's, You should know i'm not a Force user like you.." Cobalt sighed following along her armor materilizing onto her body.
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
"We were captured, by the crew then frozen in carbonite, Tonya the female replied "IF i could see i could tell you how long we were out." She said getting to her feet the blue cyan stripped tiger lady replied.
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
"Crap they brought the Galatae this isn't gonna end well for them." Kiri noted seeing the Galatae show up on radar "WHERE ARE THEY ALL COMING FROM?" She asked once the Harrower dropped from hyperspace
***NCAC Galatae Bridge ***
"Darling your talking to the captain of one of the largest ships in the fleet.." Kylie said as he marked the harrower and reinforcements for a missile strike designating anti-shield plasma based missiles for the harrrower to open it's shields for the IKV Furiam then letting the swarms of missiles loose, the other missiles would home in on random locations on larger ships while the plasma torpedos would hammer the Harrower's shields. "Alright Roxanne let's see what damage we can do let's start with those escort ships!" Kylie commandas the galtae turned to face the ORS Cruiser, launching some Medusa Bombers (https://wiki.hard-light.net/images/thumb/0/09/GTBMedusa.png/480px-GTBMedusa.png) with light fighter escorts of Vulture droids, the large carrier decloaked just as it's 4 rail guns fired at the ORS Cruiser the bombers making their way towards the other large ships, piloted by droid brains remote controlled by specially modified Pilot droids on the Galatae, the large ship now visable on the battle field. "Good hunting ,Luv." Kylie replied to Vitani as he planned his next volley of fire, waiting for the rest of the missiles to home in on larger targets the large torpedos being too large and slow to hit fighters.
*** Sangheilios Orbit ***
"I had to journey to the furthest reaches of the galaxy to find a great, yet though lost warrior, i'd like to presetn" The sangheili stopped as a larger much taller Sangheili stepped forward... Xytan 'Jar Wattinr a former Imperial admiral of the Covenant stepped forward "Kaidon? hmm your officer Kyva told me much of what you have done the Great Schism, and the Covenant dissolving into massive feuds due to the 'prophet's lies' I would be honored if you were to let me assist you in battling against Sangheilio's enemies." the large Sangheili warrior said. "I also have contact with a certain Kig-yar who is interested in making a deal with you "Kyva noted.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Lord Malgus, wanted to speak with you before you left, Commander." Rex, Relayed his message."
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen followed the tigress with his eyes, marking the door she went into with "DO NOT ENTER". The last thing he wanted to do was disturb the baby, even if he was as quiet as he could be. Having one more room to avoid, the snow leopard continued his exploration.
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*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
Right after Lethal Weapon's assault, Helix has calculated, that making a distance away from the cruiser would be wise. And thanks to his CPU algorithms, he was right. The explosion tailored after destroying the first cruiser launched a chain reaction. The proximity of Covenant's ship formation to each other and the amount of produced kinetic energy has reduced Sith's fleet to one vessel. By the time the explosion looked like a supernova, the cyborg was out of its range. And he was about to attack the remaining cruiser when a Harrower Battlecruiser appeared. The distance between the Ranger and the ship was too far for his scanner. That's why he decided to clarify the star-destroyer affiliation from the crew of the Lethal Weapon.
"Is that ship your friends or foe? I mean that star-destroyer that has just appeared.". Cyborg asked, cloaking his vessel. It would be a real pity if Helix gets nothing from destroying starships, but he was considering his reputation far more than credits. Otherwise, he wouldn't fight here. Most Rangers work for money, yet Helix was in a more profitable position.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
Ori was fascinated by meeting with Anakin, not less than Viktor does. But she was modest when it comes to emotions, and not just because of the warframe the Orokin continually wearing. Often, the galaxy-skinned is focused on business things only. So once Viktor and Anakin stopped their chit-chatting, the woman decided to make her presence known. Because from what she heard, further events won't require her presence. An excellent chance to learn something new.
"Please excuse my rudeness. Unless it's not about crafting lightsabers, may I explore the Temple library meanwhile? I'm studying Jedi's history and their Force". Ori asked, observing a vast amount of bookshelves. It was her nature to explore various mystical and not-really things, and Jedi's lore was among them. Not like it can make her any stronger, but at least she and Viktor would have one more topic to discuss. And who knows, maybe the Jedi library has something not just about the Force. Because Ori's job as a UNSC' operative is a little different. But even Viktor doesn't know about it.
*** SSV Normandy (SR1) -> Qo'noS' orbit -> First City***
"Draco wants us to go there and see what happened at that station. He's told me that there was an activity of Tal-Shiar. Also, there were no reports from that place. And if what Slippy said is true, and I have no reason not to trust him, we'll have a backup plan in case things turn worse. A little brutal, but I'm pretty sure no one will mourn for such trash as Tal-Shiar. Did I answer your question, sir Falco?". The Turian responded in return, when EDI gently notified, that Normandy has arrived at Qo'noS' system and about to dock at First City spaceport. Dranghyr was here for the first and, hopefully, not for the last time. And right after landing, the Star Fox team headed right to the shipwright. The Turian didn't mind if someone from the team might want to explore the city. But the thing is, that Fel didn't use such things and always act according to the plan.
*** Hyperspace tunnel ***
"Sure thing, buddy. I suppose you never being shot from a blaster, and thus, you have no idea how does it hurt. Luckily, I have a combat armor for you; just let me show it.". Edo answered and decided to go for armor locker to retrieve its contents, left by his old now-dead partner. He didn't even get a chance to don it. He died after a day the armor was bought. But now it will serve for what it needs for. However, upon standing up, Drex noticed the content of Foderis' backpack, and that coerced him to stop for a second. An overall bodysuit in a bug of a space mercenary? More and more, the folf was surprising the human.
"A bodysuit? Did you work in nightclubs before you turned into a mercenary? I'm eager to know how that happened. Usually, people don't change so... frisky.". Edo questioned, raising his eyebrow and smirked. Perhaps, Foderis' life story was way more interesting than Edo's one. Which one the captain wanted to listen to.
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*** Starship Endeavor, Qo'nos Spacedock ***
"A Sith?" Weaver tried to hide his surprise, "Then I better hurry. Hey uh... thanks by the way," with that Weaver took off, provided the technician had nothing else to say. While making his way to the transporter, he struggled to put on his rig, having to stop to be able to fully put it on. It wasn't a weapon per se, in the same sense that a chainsaw wasn't designed to be a weapon. Yes, it could be used to hurt or even kill someone, but that wasn't the main reason it was created.
The fancy name of the rig was the Environmental Protection and Manipulation Pack. Or just EPMP. First and probably most importantly, it protected the user from hostile environmental effects. Extreme cold/heat, spine-crushing gravity, radiation, toxic atmosphere or lack thereof, etc. Technically, it could stop bullets and other projectiles, but losing shield power in a hostile environment might just as well be as deadly as just getting shot.
Secondly, it could create temporary constructs from the Novo crystal contained within the pack. Need to break open a door? Make a crowbar. Need to get somewhere high? Make a temporary ladder. It could modify existing objects too. Make a lamp shine blue instead of yellow. Make a pipe red hot. Everything was temporary however, and constructs faded faster the most complex they were, or the farther the user went. One couldn't heal, feed, or refuel with it. You could, however, keep someone on life support until real aid came, make a tasty meal with none of the benefits, or create and ride a bike.
The device had safety features, however. First, it couldn't make weapons unless a direct threat was detected. No guns, explosives, swords, etc. Only if someone else also had a weapon with hostile intent. Second, the device would not work on anyone it deemed intelligent, or on an object it deemed to being attended or used. It also disallowed it being used on itself or the user. Lastly, it would disable entirely if the user was, what the manual identified as, "mentally corrupted." What it really meant was stressed users couldn't use it without a manual safety override. A lack of focus could create unintentional objects, and a total loss of control was... catastrophic.
Weaver stepped into the transporter. The technician was right about the transporter. Weaver stumbled out, having to lean against a wall for a few good minutes to regain his composure. Once he was all sorted, he set himself straight, and headed towards wherever Rellius was.
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*** Meeting Spot, First City, Qo'nos ***
A brown anthro canine that Weaver might recognize - if he remembered encountering her during his trip to Sol III to deliver that holocron - stood waiting in a secluded spot, looking constantly at her watch.
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
"They're not responding to hails--" Amy began, before two Sith Interdictors (https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/84d44311-4aa5-472d-b391-42b113229ca0/dd9t1of-e0047b2f-9118-42d4-8922-a714f756016c.jpg?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOjdlMGQxODg5ODIyNjQzNzNhNWYwZDQxNWVhMGQyNmUwIiwiaXNzIjoidXJuOmFwcDo3ZTBkMTg4OTgyMjY0MzczYTVmMGQ0MTVlYTBkMjZlMCIsIm9iaiI6W1t7InBhdGgiOiJcL2ZcLzg0ZDQ0MzExLTRhYTUtNDcyZC1iMzkxLTQyYjExMzIyOWNhMFwvZGQ5dDFvZi1lMDA0N2IyZi05MTE4LTQyZDQtODkyMi1hNzE0Zjc1NjAxNmMuanBnIn1dXSwiYXVkIjpbInVybjpzZXJ2aWNlOmZpbGUuZG93bmxvYWQiXX0._Ute4az3cfXRxEyRE0GM8x4l0BpatzuBYUv-VdVcpBI) showed up, and another gravity well field went up. "-- S***! They're powering weapons! Consider them hostile!"
It was then that a massively scaled-up Resurgent-class Star Destroyer (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/e3/1f/62/e31f62e44caa3dbbb8ed9ce96b2bc66b.png) showed up, powering weapons and shields on arrival. However, it did not fire on anyone.
"That ship... where have I seen it before...?" Jake whispered. He went to the comms blister, and sent out a hail to all allied ships in the area: "All allied warships, do not fire on that big ship! Not unless he fires on you--" Such as it was, no such order was needed - the Resurgent opened fire on one of the Sith Interdictors while snaring the other in what looked to be a green tractor beam. What was odd was that it seemed to drain that Interdictor of all power, making the Resurgent light up like a Christmas tree.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"I don't see why not," Anakin replied. "Come on - I'll show you the way." He then started for the Archives. En route, he posed a question: "You know Viktor better than I - what's he like?"
*** Coruscant, Market District ***
"Where?" Luke asked, approaching the witness. "Where did it happen?"
*** Coruscant Bar, Coruscant ***
"Which is why talking in close proximity in this tone will disguise our conversation," Hera said. "I need outside help to track down and eliminate an assassin. He calls himself Aldukaal, and he's after someone named Viktor Horgus. Command wants to preserve mister Horgus, so Aldukaal is to be eliminated before he can get to Viktor."
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
The two wandered among the halls of the ship till they came to a computer core - still active. K'Tath turned to Cobalt. "There it is. Cobalt, can you get everything off there? I'll cover you."
*** SSV Normandy (SR1) -> Qo'noS' orbit -> First City ***
"Answered one question, raised another," Falco responded. "What would the Tal Shiar want with Peragus III?"
"I imagine we'll get details once we're in the field," Fox commented. "So... what kind of ship are we going for on Qo'nos?"
The shipwright - a Gorn - turned to Fel and the others. "You there!" he pointed at Fel. "Are you the operatives I was told to expect? Sent by General Bellator of the DMC?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Necromyans," Anna corrected Amie. "And the war did bring Kyle and I together - just not in the way one might expect. It was the Necromyans' glassing of Cerinia that forced Kyle and I apart, and we went our separate ways, then rejoined after the war was over some years later when we realized we had a son."
"Well yeah!" Jason responded. He got noticeably more excited. "Home stretch! We can do this!"
Not far from Michen was a room with the door seemingly open and unguarded. No light came from the room.
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
"Just give it a few minutes - the Carbonite thawing tends to take a while to wear off," the NCO of the group said. He paused, then asked, "What was going on when you were captured? Any wars or anything?"
*** Hutta, Swampland near Nem'ro's Palace ***
Overwhelmed, the guards went down like flies and the Jedi was quick to draw his lightsaber. "What's the meaning of this?!" he demanded.
*** Torgus Prime Orbit ***
"I will - if I knew how to contact you. Or where," Torrentus said. "Now, for now, you must excuse me - I was just brought some Capellan prisoners, and I do intend to find out where they struck from and why."
*** Cardassia Prime ***
"... you're certain?" the councilor asked.
"I already gave you the logs. These attackers identified as the Obsidian Order. It's clear someone is trying to rebuild them," a black anthro dragoness with snow-white hair responded.
The councilors mumbled in concern. "This doesn't bode well," one said.
"I agree - but what do they want with this... 'Mongdrigo' place?" another queried.
"Tiberium," proclaimed another. "So the government there must be warned."
"I can bring them the warning - and the military assistance to fend off Obsidian Order ships," the dragoness suggested. The council fell silent. Then the most vocal one spoke.
"Madame... Knight, is it? Jacqueline Knight? You have experience in... repurposing enemy ships, yes?"
"That is correct, Councilor," Jacqueline responded. "Why do you ask?"
"I'm sure the council is aware of our shortage of military ships - with the lifting of our restrictions from the Dominion War, we need new ships to fill our ranks; yet we have neither the time nor resources to build them. So, Madame Knight... it is my offer to compensate you for each Obsidian Order ship you manage to capture. If you can restore them, bonus points, but every Cardassian ship you can bring back will be useful," The councilor responded.
Jacqueline paused fractionally at this. She could warn the Mongdrigans, fend off the Obsidian Order, and assuming the Mongdrigans didn't destroy the vessels, she could capture as many ships as she could and bring them to Cardassia Prime for a hefty bonus. So why am I still thinking this over? "Very well, Councilor. I'll bring back as many as I can."
*** Mongdrigo ***
Ahsoka went to the Command Center and stood next to Malgus as he reviewed something on a Datapad. "You wanted to speak to me, Lord Malgus?"
"Yes," Malgus responded. "I need you to deliver this to your leaders - the Jedi Council and the... Imperial Alliance. They need to know I'm out here, as well as the Disturbance in the Force I felt."
"And the Vision of the Obsidian Order?" Ahsoka surmised.
Malgus chuckled. "So I'm not the only one who had that vision. But yes - your leaders would do well to heed my warning - the Obsidian Order, whoever they are, will pose a potent threat if left unchecked. And that dragoness... something tells me she will be key to stop them. So keep an eye out for her." He then handed the datapad to Ahsoka.
Ahsoka accepted the datapad and said, "I will deliver this message to them personally. My former master, Anakin, may know something about all this, so I'll start with him." Ahsoka then turned to Coll. "Shall we?"
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*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
"And what am I suppose to do? Panic and scream like a little girl?" Keri asked.
*** Coruscant Bar, Coruscant ***
"Did they say why?" Spyra asked, "Because by chance of luck i'm traveling with the very person you speak of." the dragon finished letting out a hiss in distaste...
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
"Anything specific?" The Female Jackal liked creature asked, already at work.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Can't expect me to remember let alone know everything." Amie replied "After all you did adopt me."
"If you say so." Layleh replied
A Red Dragon walked into the kitchen grabbing a few drinks and then started to walk back down the hall.
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
"What did you not hear of the Sith empire? Grand master Satele Shan?" Tonya the female asked.
"Umm where the hell are we?" The male ,Tony asked, getting to his feet. "Did the blasted Sith troopers trap us?" he asked, trying to feel the area around him with the force.
*** Mongdrigo ***
Rex, waited for Ashoka outside of the command center cleaning off his currently deactivated DC-15A rifle...
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*Coruscant, Market District*
“Just around the way! Hurry!”
Commander Fox motioned to three nearby troopers. “Lock this down. Get the coroner. Commander Skywalker, let’s move.”
Just a few blocks away, a crowd had gathered around another dead Mongdrigan, an identical wound across her chest. Fox quickly ushered the civilians away, scattering the rest with the draw of his pistol. “Body’s warm, the perpetrator has to be close. There’s another camera.”
Again the situation played out. The Mongdrigan woman ran in, followed by the Anakin doppelgänger. The Anakin turned, faced the camera, and ran.
Fox shook his head. “We’ll get patrols up, and keep a few guys near your father.” Though helmeted, Luke would definitely feel the concern on the trooper’s face. “Are you sure your father doesn’t have a history with these people, sir? Not to reopen old wounds, but I can’t help but think of the Tuskens...”
*Mongdrigo*
Coll led Ahsoka to the main craft gantry, where four vessels awaited. Two were in the half-circle/horseshoe shape, one black with red tiberium highlights, the other white with green tiberium highlights. The other two were modeled after Malgus’s flagship, but with similar color schemes. The flight crew stood at attention, dressed in parade uniforms.
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*Gaia*
Fayam replied: "I wanted to warn you that I've been attacked." Havoc immediately combusted, just as Fayam expected. "NOT UNDER MY WATCH! Who? Why?" Fayam said, "A group calling themselves the 'Obsidian Order'. Not sure why they aimed at me, though. If you want information, you can make some calls to find a woman known as Jaqueline Knight- she's after them." Havoc, still enraged, immediately called the first place he could think of: Coruscant. "Hey, you at Coruscant? It's Havoc Jumbojet, head of the Gaian Army Coalition! You ever heard of some woman called Jaqueline Knight?"
*Torgus Prime*
Anna replied, "If you need me, you can ask at New Romulus. Speaking of which, I will be returning there now. Anna out." She turned to the crew and said, "Good job, people. Time to head back."
*New Romulus*
Johnny had already arrived at New Romulus and parked Faith in wait of Anna's return.
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*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
Helix's rest was short, but he suspected that it wasn't the end. Upon exiting from hyperspace, Sith's vessels started to release 'bees' from nests - the fighters. And it was the moment when Helix regretted about the armament of his ship. He had to buy those torpedos on Qo'noS when he could. They would be handy here, despite the fact the element they're using is forbidden amidst some of Galactic Society's members. And since Rangers need to obey the laws of their contractors, they have no right to use it as well. But this is where comes another benefit of the Rangers.
"Roger. Reinforcement en route.". Helix said before decloaking and engaging in a fight with fighters in proximity. He knew his allies will come as they always do. They can be found in any part of the Galaxy. Being one of the largest organizations in the Society, Rangers can rely on each other by sending a call signal in the nearest systems. And they will reply. And so Helix did. Unlike he is, there are a lot of Rangers who are using mixed types of weapons of their vessels. That was cyborg's point as in the upcoming battle, and real power is needed.
"Viktor is the most exciting person I've ever met. After everything he survived, he still experiences emotions and feelings. Many would isolate themselves from the world, become closed and hostile. But not Viktor. At times, he's even softer than anyone can assume because of his gaze. I'm still wondering where he gets the power not to get mad for the events in the past. I suppose it's his iron will. Being his closest friend, or even more, I'd call a gift of fate.". Ori replied, being surprised how much she told. However, after all the time they spent together, the Orokin considered Viktor's description a little short. It's just her habit to talk. "Why have you asked?"
*** Qo'noS, First City ***
"As I said on Dragon'taan, it's going to be a carrier. Large enough to fit all of our ships and cover ours back even if the Vaadwaur appears. Arwings, at least.". The Turian said in response and approached the shipwright manager, being a little astonished by the Gorn size. The reptile was taller than Fel in almost one and a half times. "Yes, sir. We're looking for a Kar'Fi-class carrier with as maximum customization ability as possible. If you don't have one, I'm sure we can agree on something different.".
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen made notice of the open door. Being a snow leopard, he'd be easily able to make some things out in the dark, so there was no reason for him to hesitate checking it out. He didn't immediately head on inside, but rather, he stopped in the doorway and tried to make some stuff out to see what kind of room it was first. The odd room did look interesting to watch, though...
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|Hyperspace tunnel|
Oh shoot, He shouldn't have seen that..... But I have an excuse
"Well, I wouldn't really call myself a mercenary,,,, but I guess you could say that. I'm more of a... Guy looking for a job." I say sheepishly, sitting on the couch, surrounded by clothes. I pause for a minute.
"So the bodysuit I have as a joke, had it since University. I used it at my first party, let's say. But I didn't know you would be that surprised. I also didn't remember taking the suit with me, but I guess it's here now." I look at him, my look a mixture of anxiety and happiness. "But I also have... Other secrets you may wish to know"
That sounded weird
"Good" I whisper.
"Anyway, what is there to do on this ship of yours?" I say estatically and tuck all of my clothes in the bag in a rush, hurrying closer to Edo after I'm done. But my legs feel stiff all of a sudden, and they lock in place, making me fall and collapse to the ground with a loud trump.
"Ooow!!" I yell, my face hitting the floor. I feel something cold on my snout, dripping down on the floor. Blood. I get up and fall down onto the couch, clutching my nose. "That hurts..." I say sadly, closing my eyes.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
A cold and earie rush floweed to Katin. A sort of uneasy feeling came over him as this strange man spoke to him. His eyes, the red glow to them felt like they dug into his soul, and it wasn’t very pleasant. Though he was polite nonetheless. Katin bowed back to him in a respectful manner.
“A pleasure, I am King Katin Hysteria. One of the twin kings of the country of Ceol down on my world. Yes I have many questions, but first, I want to thank the hunters, Wolf, and his captain Scar. Thank you for your assistance and the welcoming chance aboard your ship.” He turned and gave them both a bow in respect
“Second, what plan do we have for getting aboard the MJ12 ship and getting their people out?”
Damien goraned hearing that it was just them alone to assist in the attack.
“Great, okay we can still make this work. Is there anything your forces can offer to let us get out there and fight when we need to?”
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*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
"Can you boost our comm signal?" Amy asked Keri. "See if we can reach--" It was then that an RCS-class Armored Cruiser (https://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/12/11043/1_-_yCXQBqq.jpg) de-cloaked just off the Lethal Weapon's Starboard bow and powered weapons and shields. But something was off - for one, RCS-class Cruisers don't typically come equipped with cloaking devices, and this particular model was eight kilometers long - four times the size of the original RCS. And it was armed with weapons not common for a ship of its class - turbolasers, ion cannons, autocannons, disruptor banks, and multi-directional torpedo launchers.
Before Amy could react, it fired a tachyon inversion beam at the Harrower from what should have been the point where the energy projector would be installed. It quickly drained the Harrower's shields, and caused several major power conduits on the starboard side of the vessel to explode, and the ship listed to starboard and collided with the Interdictor snared in the Resurgent Star Destroyers tractor beam. The unidentified ship then fired on the other Interdictor, and shredded it. That done, the ship's weapons on the opposite side fired on the remaining CCS Battlecruisers and decimated them.
When all was said and done, the charred remains of a Sith Covenant Ambush force sat floating adrift. It was then that the Lethal Weapon got a short message: "Path clear. More enemy ships inbound. Get to Sangheilios. They will not follow."
Helix would receive a very different message: "Must talk. You are needed. Meet over Odessen. Coordinates attached. Identify with Access Code: Black Viking. Will meet you there."
And just like that, the massive RCS cruiser turned away, moving unusually fast for a ship that size, then cloaked and vanished.
"What do we do, Amy?" Jake asked.
"What we were told; Helm, plot a course for Sangheilios, maximum velocity! Tell our allies to do the same!" Amy commanded. The transmission was sent, and the massive Resurgent turned and went to hyperspace. Amy had no time to see if Helix followed; her ship plotted its course and went to hyperspace.
The IKS Furiam de-cloaked just off the Galatae's port side. "... the hell was that?" Vitani asked Kylie.
*** Yaut'ja Warship, Nephira Orbit ***
"At present, we're opting for a stealth approach; this ship has identified a hole in the Tal Shiar's patrol sweeps and sensor coverage; that's our ticket in. From there, it's a matter of not hitting anything on the station approach, then we beam in, get our people, and get out," Scourge responded to Katin.
"Jail... shielded. Transport... im-poss-i-ble. Beam... in... cargo... bay," Scar told Katin.
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"We'll spare whatever we can - just tell us what you need," Silrus told Damien.
*** Qo'noS, First City ***
"A Kar'Fi? Not a kind of ship typically requested... but you're in luck; we have one available, and totally customizable. Are you paying for it, or do you have a requisition form?"
Rellius stood at the meeting point, adorned in a hooded, black cloak, her lightsaber clipped to her belt. "Can't wait all day..." she muttered.
*** Warship Vader's Fist, Coruscant Orbit ***
Who should receive Gaia's call but Master Anakin Skywalker's go-to man in the fleet, Admiral Piett, who answered: "Havoc Jumbojet, this is Admiral Piett of the Imperial Alliance Fleet - I have heard of the woman you seek. A dragoness. What's your issue with her?"
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"Well, his father was a bit of a maverick - but he was a damn good duelist. I never was able to best him. Before Order 66, he was being considered to succeed Master Cin Drallig as Battlemaster - but he turned down the position," Anakin explained. "And when Order 66 came down, I'm sorry to say he died defending a group of younglings. Which reminds me, did Viktor say why he wanted to come here? Or the name Aldukaal?"
*** Coruscant, Market District ***
"No, father never had history with these people. But, just to be safe, I'll talk to him. In the meantime, keep at this - anything you can tell me will be helpful, Clear?" Luke told Fox.
*** Coruscant Bar, Coruscant ***
"Command thinks Viktor knows something, something that will be helpful later on. We only just recently learned of the threat posed by Aldukaal," Hera responded. "Regardless, Aldukaal must be eliminated in any way possible. Whether by your hand or Viktor's is irrelevant - you get paid as long as the assassin is dealt with... permanently. Secondary objective is to find out whatever you can about the Knights of the Ebon Blade, and what their current activities are. For that, I'd advise talking to Viktor. He may know."
*** Mongdrigo ***
Ahsoka marched onto the ship, motioning for Rex to follow, and settled in for the trip home.
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
"Everything," K'Tath told Cobalt. "We'll review the data on the Stryker." He kept an eye out for trouble, and called up a BR77A2 (https://steamuserimages-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/764978039792023137/62A3F9E0255925147A723AF1F3286C487CDC66A0/), keeping it leveled and ready to fire. It was unclear what had him on edge.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"And then you married my son, and you two birthed my grandchildren," Anna chuckled. "But yeah... anyway, you remember that some time after Kyle and I got married that we had our daughter, Kira."
Kira napped on her bed, smiling as she slept. The TV was left on, at a low volume, probably by Kanan.
Inside the room Michen stood in the doorway of, were racks of weapons. These were not DMC-issue weapons - rather, each one was just as alien in origin as the other. If one had to guess, it would seem like a...
"... I see you've found my trophy room," Kyle said from Michen's right. He walked over, into the room, and turned on the light, where it became apparent that weapons were not the only trophies - there were several articles of armor and tech. "So I collect unusual trophies. Or, I did. Before I wound up in the DMC, I did a lot of traveling. Everything you see here is something I took from an enemy or place where I felt I accomplished something. Saved a lot of lives, convoys, worlds... even in the Marauder War, after I joined the DMC, my trophy-collecting never really stopped."
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
"... you may want to come with us," the NCO told Tonya. "We... have a lot to discuss."
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*** Meeting Spot, First City, Qo'nos ***
Weaver paused for a moment, recognizing the face, but not immediately remembering where they first met, nor the name. He resumed his approach, waving at her, "Oh uh... hi again. A technician said you knew something about an alien race that's been trying to contact me?"
He still couldn't remember the name.
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*Coruscant, Market District*
Fox gave Luke a sharp salute. “Yessir. I’ll get to the bottom of this.” He called for a second coroner, and posted officers on auxiliary patrols, keeping a particular eye on any and all Mongdrigans.
*Mongdrigo, Local Space*
Coll led Ahsoka and Rex onto the curved Mongdrigan vessel, aptly named ‘First Impression’, and toured the interior as it departed. The quarters, though somewhat small, were lavishly decorated. The power plant hummed quietly, but lacked a Mongdrigan FTL drive. “We couldn’t keep the tiberium stable through the wormholes,” Coll explained. “But, we’re going to slingshot off of a neutron star. That should get us to Coruscant. But it’ll be a day or so.”
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*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
"What was that?" Keri asked
Meanwhile on the Galatae, Kylie looked over the sensor readings, though he could probably track the modified cloaked covenant vessel, he felt there was no need to. "I have no idea..." Kylie grumbled. "You ready to head back in?" He asked.
*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"I'm the only one here ,sir." Grey replied.
*** Coruscant Bar, Coruscant ***
"I'll keep that in mind, was there anything else, hera?" Spyra asked, as she turned to leave.
*** Mongdrigo ***
Rex followed Ashoka to the Modrigan ship. "Umm no offense to Lord Malgus ,but...Is this ship safe?" he asked.
** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
"Alright." Cobalt said following along, not feeling like she needed a weapon, just yet.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Well stuff happens." Amie replied going back into teh kitchen to get something to drink
Kanan quietly opened the door to kira's room setting down what he had grabbed for lunch for the two of them ontop of a dresser in the room, a simple ham sandwich with some condiments in their little packages set to the side, he gently set down on the bed trying not to wake Kira as his hand slowly moved to the pink Dragoness' muzzle and stroked it gently.
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
"That'd be a lot easier if we could see." Tonya noted.
Tony on the other hand walked towards the wall , but instead of banging into it he somehow walked up the wall and to the ceiling now somehow walking upside down from the ceiling... "Ahh, that clears the mind." he said.
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OOC: We're pleased to introduce an adult GS version of the RP. You can find it's here: https://www.thefurryforum.com/forums/index.php?topic=41079.new#new
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*** Hyperspace tunnel -> X Galaxy ***
During his chatting with Foderis, the Cerberus' skipper has noted one thing - the air in the room was too dry. It wasn't the thing the human didn't like, but his new partner has fur. That means that the purple folf is like a walking capacitor which can discharge upon touching metallic things. Not only it was a threat to electronics - Foderis himself could accidentally make himself very nervous. Even though the frigate isn't too big, the amount of electrical power circuiting over the vessel is quite high. To fix this, Edo needed to increase humidity in the ship by turning on the additional switch on the life support system. It was in the same room where Drex and Foderis have been. And while the man was walking to the control panel, he leery listen to the folf's speech. The canine was an intriguing person for sure.
"Other secrets? You can share them with me if you want. And speaking about things to do on my ship, there are a few workshops. I've tailored this ship to be as a mobile base during the war with the Xenon. An armor locker on this floor, robotic and gunsmith ones on the floor below.". The captain said, returning his look to the control panel. However, he got frustrated when he decided to intensify the humidity. The LCD screen next to the board displayed a 'no water' message and refused Drex's request. Luckily, the two going to spend not enough time on this ship for Foderis to get his fur too much charged with electrons. He might be struck but not too strong. It will be more like a spark.
Folf's fall has given almost a heart attack to Edo. In no time, the human had grabbed a spray with a life support gel. Afterward, he helped the canine to get up and handed him the medical device. The gel should restore the damaged vessels.
"Take this and spray it in your nose. Then inhale. It should help. You gotta be careful around here.". Edo said, giving the medicine.
*** Qo'noS, First City ***
"Sure. Here is the form.". The Turian responded, handing the datapad with the form to the tall Gorn. He has heard the person with a black cloak. Alas, the grey alien, has a habit to never talk with strangers who have no relation to his mission or task. If Rellius is interested in cooperation with Fel, she better to show it stronger. But that's only Dranghyr's trait, and if someone from the team can be more talkative and willing to speak with the hooded person, Fel will have no choice but join the conversation.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"Indeed, he has pronounced the name right after we met with one guy. However, Viktor didn't tell me about Aldukaal anything. But for some reason, the name sounds very familiar. Like I've met that person before. That's why I've come to the library. I want to know if reincarnation is possible with the Force and if so, who can be capable of such magic.". Ori said, examining the bookshelves. There were a lot of writings, yet none of them seem to suit the Orokin needs. Perhaps, Anakin might help with the question.
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios -> Odessen (Star Wars universe) *** (moved to the Adult GS)
Helix didn't wait too long for his comrades. Quite soon, Chip and Dale, two other Rangers, have arrived. The cyborg didn't tell them anything as the Sith Covenant was Rangers' enemy as well. Statement 'enemy of my friend is my enemy' works great in case of the biggest mercenaries network. As so, they have massive access to various markets, and often, Rangers' ships are a combination of multiple technologies from any part of the Galactic Society. Moreover, the design of their vessels sometimes can't be identified as almost every Ranger is an individualist. That's why while Chip and Dale were piloting Aggressor assault fighters, the armament of which ones consisted from Vaadwaur weapons. Namely, mine clusters. The maneuverability of the vessels is quite high so that they could afford it.
When the united forces against the Covenant have finally got a break, Helix decided to listen to the message he obtained once more. And when he realized who was the sender of the mail, the cyborg resolved to travel to Odessen. If his comrades can find anything here - that will be their payment for the help they provided today. Helix has enough funds on his account, yet it didn't help too much with his search for the automatical forge. Perhaps, meeting with Luro can help with cyborg' quest.
"Looks like my part here is done, ladies and gentlemen. Rangers service wishes you the best.". Helix said over the comlink with the Starship Lethal Weapon, then instructed the other two Rangers and warped to Odessen. Chip and Dale are experienced enough to deal here on their own.
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*Gaia*
Havoc said, "I'm hunting this group calling themselves the 'Obsidian Order'. Those goons have attacked our ally, AND THAT'S THEIR LAST MISTAKE! ...Only thing; we need a lead, and that Jaqueline girl seems to have one."
Fayam listened in on the conversation, murmuring to himself: "Typical. He never hides his opinions. Oh well. They'll see his other side when the fight starts."
*New Romulus*
With the job done, Anna commanded the fleet to return. Upon arrival back at New Romulus, she saw Johnny was still away. She didn't worry abouthim, though- he was more than capable holding his own.
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"Sorry!" I say again and take the gel. "But isn't it wasting on me?" I also add before gently pushing Edo on a chair. I then take the gel, it's handle very smooth and hard to handle. I rub it on my snout and then wait.
After a couple of seconds it starts working. I need this in my life.
I then fall softly back, sitting in Edo's lap. I don't notice I did that, I just instinctively nuzzle him, like I did so many times before.
His uniform is a little sharp, and feels very rough on my fur. His skin is very also rough, surprisingly. But I can feel and see he's really muscular, which made me happy
I keep myself in that position, careful not to disrupt it. And that's all I do for half an hour.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen nearly jumped upon hearing the unfamiliar voice almost directly next to him, followed by a sigh of relief. He didn't like getting scared like that. Nevertheless, now that the owner was literally in the same room, he decided he might as well come in inside.
"That's quite a collection you got", Michen noted. Now, he didn't particulary like guns. He was more interested in other types of weaponry, like swords, as well as some of the armour. He also wasn't really interested in the story behind the individual weapons, nor in the wars the collector fought. He would only really be listening when the weapons and armour that interested him were used, and how. The typical museum information, one could say.
Though, taking a glance at the high-tech stuff reminded him he totally forgot again what year he was in. 2400... Something? Wait, wrong planet. Ah, whatever. He continued examining some of the armour from where he stood. Even the armour looked unfamiliar, much different than he had seen before. Could this type of armour resist the Force fox's laser sword?
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
One of the armors Michen would have seen was an unusual set that was nearly identical to the type worn by Yaut'ja Hunters. Only difference was the hunting mask was custom-tailored to fit a Vulpine face. Kyle approached it, running a hand across the mask. "I still remember the days I wore this... so long ago..."
"Indeed," Anna agreed, pulling a ham out of the oven. "A lot can happen over the course of so many years."
Kira Hmm'ed in response to Kanan's touch, but otherwise remained asleep.
Jason emerged from his room, clearly elated. He directed a comment to Leylah as he walked, "Told you we could do it."
*** Qo'noS, First City ***
The shipwrignt looked over the form, then signed off. "Everything's in order." He indicated a nearby doorway. "Shuttle will take you aboard. Congratulations."
"Well, look who it is! About time you got here," Rellius said to Weaver with a smile. "Come on - we can talk on our way to the meeting spot." She turned and pulled the hood of her cloak over her head. "These Yaut'ja... ever heard of them before?"
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
The Lethal Weapon Sped to Sangheilios, while Amy sat back in her chair. "Just who the hell were those guys?"
"They were Sith Covenant, Amy," Jake responded.
"Right, but how did they know where we were gonna be?" Amy asked. She looked to Keri. "Is there anyone else who would have known about the shipment?"
*** IKS Furiam, Battle Site ***
"Remember what I said earlier - tractor me in Aft first. Makes leaving from the hangar easier," Vitani said.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"It's certainly possible - if all my years as a Jedi and Sith taught me anything, it's that the Force holds a great many secrets," Anakin responded. "It wouldn't surprise me if there was some way for that to be done. In fact, Palpatine had research into such a subject, on Byss. Not sure where it got to, however. But Aldukaal... let's just say he's bad news. I've no idea why he's active in UIA space, and I have had more than one run-in with him, back in the earlier days of the UIA. He's how I learned about Viktor to begin with - every time I ran into him, Viktor was mentioned. Man is obsessed with killing Viktor, but never told me why."
In another part of the temple, Viktor followed Master Skywalker's directions, and found the quarters his father stayed in. Amazingly, the room was untouched. He slowly proceeded inside, and looked around. He knew there was something his father left in here, something intended for him. But what? Viktor didn't have a clue to what he was looking for.
*** Coruscant Bar, Coruscant ***
"Nope - better get moving," Hera said. "And remember - keep Viktor Horgus alive."
*** Coruscant, Market District ***
Meanwhile, Luke called for a transport to take him to the Jedi Temple.
*** Warship Vader's Fist, Coruscant Orbit ***
"Again, I have heard of her - a rogue, technically. In command of a fleet of ships she salvaged across several territories. Melancholy lass. But she's effective as a fleet commander, and has a penchant for eliminating Tyrants and organizations she feels are corrupt and evil. We've actually hired her from time to time to eliminate troublesome holdouts from Palpatine's Empire that cause us trouble. Last report indicated she was at Cardassia Prime, but that was almost a week ago - if there's one thing that anyone who has hired her knows, it's that she wanders from one place to the next; never stays in any one place too long. There have been speculations that she has a home base, but no one knows where that is, let alone can prove it even exists," Piett explained to Havoc.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Have some faith, Rex - Mongdrigans wouldn't be ferrying us back on these ships if they didn't think they were safe. I've been on one before," Ahsoka said. "Ready when you are, Captain," she told the captain of the vessel.
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
"Well, just come with us - we can discuss where and when you are aboard our ship," the Romulan NCO said. The others turned to leave, and the NCO radioed his ship.
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
K'Tath kept his weapon at the ready, shifting his aim every so often. It was clear he sensed something, though what it was no one could say.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Don't remind me." Amie replied thinking back to giving birth to her kits, as she grabbed a drink from the fridge.
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
"Again easier said than done." She said turning to her brother. "Is this really the time?"
"Fine.." Tony Grumbled dropping from the ceiling and landing on his feet.
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
"Possibly leaked intel or one of those Sangheili double agents after all not all Sangeheili joined Thel." Keri noted.
*** IKS Furiam, Battle Site ***
"Yeah yeah you don't need to remind me ,honey." Kylie replied with a grumble as he set the tractor beam to pull the Furiam in, manually this time.
*** Coruscant Bar, Coruscant ***
"Should be easy." Spyra replied as she headed out spreading her wings to fly in search of Viktor.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"You know I've been a little more touchy about things after that de-aging." Rex replied back.
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
"Why do i smell bird, or something like that?" Cobalt asked, just before she dove to the side avoiding a purple beam. "Beam rifle Kig-yar pirates! sniper at 8!" she said as she fell to the floor on purpose.
*** Tatoonie, Mos Eisley cantina.***
Despite Jabba's death before the battle of Endor Mos Eisley remained a hive of scum and villainy, so not much had changed, really other than Jabba not being there.
A Mandolorian wolf sat at the bar of the cantina, though her helmet resembled that of the Mjolnir mark 6's scout helmet design, her armor was definitively made almost entirely of beskar, giving off some sort of mirror like finish like it had been top coated with Chrome or some other reflective metal, the rest of her armor was that of a traditional Mandalorian, her tail covered in a sort of mesh armor. A Rodian male walked up to her "I don't like you." he said in his native tongue, the Mandalorian spoke up "Too bad."She said, not paying any more attention to the green skinned alien, who pulled a blaster out and aimed it at the she-wolf Mandalorian, before he could even get a shot off she pulled out something similar to a lighsaber, spun around and cut the Rodian's gun in two and almost as quickly deactivated the laser sword weapon and set it back on her hip. "You were saying?" she asked with a growl.
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*** Qo'noS, First City ***
Well this was a surprise, or maybe, it wasn't. Well it shouldn't have been, since Weaver had met Rellius before. He just didn't quite remember her name. That put him at ease, seeing as how he was a bit on edge meeting a Sith.
Weaver beamed with a smile, "Hey! Didn't think our paths would cross again," he said, quickly following behind. "Uh... kinda?" Weaver replied to Rellius' question, "Weren't they featured in some movie or something? Wait... that's true of a lot of things. Er...", he paused, "So... not really. Who are they? I hope I didn't tick them off by seeing through their cloak..."
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*** Hyperspace tunnel -> X Galaxy ***
The next moment that occurred between two guys has confused Edo again. Nothing like what happening between him and Foderis was in Edo's life. His job and lifestyle don't suppose to have any relationship. The folf will learn it the hard way. Actually, what the folf is doing with his human partner, Edo liked it. It revealed the skipper's weak sides. And luckily for Drex, it happened with a friendly person. However, the human was afraid that the furball might not survive their adventure because of the pressure on his nervous system. Edo fights for ten years and emotional hardened. Even in fear of death, his mind is resilient, and if not, the man will find a way to do it. But will Fod show the same traits? Drex could only hope.
"What are those secrets you wanted to tell me, my dear?". The man asked, gently petting the folf, especially behind his ears like a typical fox. By starting from the head, his hand slowly going lower and vice versa. The more Edo was petting his partner, the more he felt like happiness filling his mind. It was a new type of emotion for Drex he never experienced before, and now he wanted it forever. But it was a pleasure, and pleasure is a temporary feeling. For a moment, the human wanted to abandon all his military service. Then buy a villa on a lush planet and start to live there with Foderis. And maybe he will do so, should Edo figure out, that's no one (aside from the folf) now depends on him. After all the years of battles, Drex thought that's he deserves a rest.
*** Qo'noS, First City ***
"On behalf of the DMC, thank you very much, sir.". The Turian replied, saluting to the Gorn. Afterward, he headed in the direction of the shuttle, commanding the team to follow him with a hand gesture. Now with the new ship being acquired, two more questions arrived. Once the Star Fox team exited from the shipyard, Fel resolved for a talk. "So, welcome to the VIP club, guys. You go and inspect our new carrier and lift it on Qo'noS orbit. And I turn my Normandy on and approach you with my ship meanwhile. Then we will try to dock it. I hope the hangar bay of the Kar'Fi is large enough to fit my SSV and your Arwings. Also, think about the name of our new toy. I'd like to stick with Great Fox.".
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
So it appears that Ori's reincarnation is undoubtedly a possible thing. But that means that Ori was another *physically* person long ago. Somehow she died, and someone, who is a very skilled Force-sensitive sorcerer, decided to resurrect her in a new body. Can a Sith sorcerer be a necromancer? For all her life, she never saw anything like that. Sith' alchemy? Perhaps. And if so, who's Ori was before her soul are placed into the new body? If there someone who can answer the question, it's Viktor. Depending on what the Death Knight would tell, Ori might be one step closer to the truth. Because her past is like a giant blur and she doesn't like it at all.
"Who is that Aldukaal and where I can find info on that person? If he wants to kill Viktor, he has to deal with me first. But before that, I want to be well-prepared". The Orokin asked, observing the bookshelves.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Michen, of course, did not recognise the armour. He was also not really paying attention to what the fox next to him was blabbing about. Of course, he heard every word he said, but it didn't stick with him at all. Of course, Michen did have his manners, so as long as the fox was talking, he tried taking in every detail of the suit he was looking at to figure out how it worked. Like how hot the suit would be to wear, where it protected most, things he could figure out just by looking. Of course, he was still aided by his "second person in his head" in this.
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*Gaia*
Havoc scratched his chin. "Hmm... I guess we have no choice, then. We'll look for those scoundrels ourselves. Over and out." He shut the communication and shouted, "I want maps of the entire known universe! Fayam, where were you attacked?" Fayam replied, "Uncharted area. They asked me to go there when I was restocking on a non-interesting spaceport. I can give you the coordinates, but I doubt you'll find much there."
Havoc laid his head on his fist and thought, "Interesting... Maybe... Wait. I have an idea. It will be risky, but I need you to draw their attention. I don't think they'll try that same trick again, though, so you have to be careful. If anyhting happens, give us the word and we'll be over ASAP. In the meantime, I'll ready two BattleEagles to escort you."
*New Romulus*
Johnny returned not too long afterwards. He reported, "Anna, the data is in safe hands. Have you got word from D'Tan yet?" She shook her head. "No. But I guess it won't take long. Take a break while it lasts."
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*** Hutta, Swampland near Nem'ro's Palace ***
Overwhelmed, the guards went down like flies and the Jedi was quick to draw his lightsaber. "What's the meaning of this?!" he demanded.
They continued to approach the jedi, guns aimed at him from almost all sides and at different places of his body.
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**First Impressions, Interior**
The crew busied themselves throughout the vessel, checking terminals and so on. Coll stayed nearly glued to Ahsoka’s side, always ready for orders. He was eager, if young.
No windows graced the walls of the ship, but small video screens offered views through cameras mounted on the hull. A single point defense plasma turret was the only source for combat on the’First Impressions’.
*Coruscant, Various Locales*
Mongdrigans had already decided to act before the case had been brought to the Senate. Cries of “monster,” “murderer,” and “justice,” echoed through the minute population. Posters of Anakin’s face with the labels of “guilty” and “killer” already permeated once-bare walls. In smaller, secretive groups, whispers of plans passed lips, and talks of police injustice snaked their way to the streets. Patrol troopers noted pointed stares from the Mongdrigans and watched, confused, as the purple raccoons would give them wide berths.
At the entrance to the Senate building, three well-dressed Mongdrigans stood, obviously agitated. They had, for the second time, been escorted out. They carried documents outlining grievances and called for the, albeit temporary, imprisonment of Anakin Skywalker.
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*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
"Probably scavengers... or Kig-Yar Pirates," K'Tath said. "No idea what they'd want with a ship like this... just hurry up and download the core - we can view the data aboard the Stryker."
*** Qo'noS, First City ***
"I was hoping you would stick with that," Fox commented.
"So, any new data on the destination? Or do we get that en route?" Falco asked.
"They're a race of interstellar hunters, according to reports," Rellius told Weaver. "Recently, however, there have been a lot of changes; they've been behaving differently. Cooperating, especially one clan, whom we're meeting with. Not sure what they want you for, but I doubt they're meeting with you because you saw through their cloak; if that was the case, they wouldn't meet with you at all - they'd have blasted you in orbit and left."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Dinner is ready!" Anna called out across the manor.
Kyle heard the call from his wife, then looked to Michen. "Hungry?" he asked.
Jason was already walking to the dining room, and called back at Leylah, "Come on, Leylah - Food's done!"
*** Coruscant Bar, Coruscant ***
Hera then got up, paid for her drink, and headed off.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"Unfortunately, we know little more than you on Aldukaal. Best person to ask is Viktor himself, and he's likely busy rummaging through his father's former quarters," Anakin responded.
"Father!" Luke's voice called out. Anakin turned to see his son approaching him. "Father, we have a situation - several murders, Mongdrigans; and whoever is responsible is doing so while impersonating you."
*** First Impressions, Interior ***
"Relax, Rex," Ahsoka chuckled. "You're gonna go gray again."
*** Mongdrigo Orbit ***
It was then that a small flotilla of Klingon, Romulan and Starfleet vessels dropped out of Transwarp, all led by a Negh'Tev-class Battlecruiser. None of them were flying with shields or weapons powered. It sent out an open hail: "This is Freelancer Jacqueline Knight of the starship Stella Devium - I come bearing a warning..."
*** IKS Furiam, Battle Site ***
As soon as the Furiam landed, Vitani debarked and headed toward the bridge.
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
"It would have to have been someone on Dragon'taan - with active knowledge of what's being shipped out," Amy suggested.
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
The Romulans escorted Tony and Tanya to their vessel, hoping their vision would clear up quickly.
*** Hutta, Swampland near Nem'ro's Palace ***
"Speak!" the Jedi commanded. "By what right do you attack me?!"
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*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
"You can't rush art I'm going as fast as I can!" Cobalt whined almost finished.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You sure?" Layleh asked a little shy still...
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
Spyra walked up to the temple and saw all the purple racoons protesting "Excuse me can i get through?" the purple dragon asked
A purple Mongdrigans walked up to the protesting group "What proof do you have of this,please tell me why your so angry about this?" She asked. She seemed a bit out of place for a Mongdrigan.
*** First Impressions, Interior ***
"That's gonna happen reguardless." Rex replied with a soft Chuckle.
*** Galatae bridge ***
"Any idea what that was all about?" Kylie asked as he whatched the hologram radar as b1 droids worked at the controls.
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
"Who would do that?" Keri asked.
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
The two did their best to follow but had to use their sense of hearing more than anything, as something was blocking their use of the force "Why can't I use the force?" Tony growled. "Must be something nearby or something on this ship." Tonya replied...
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*Mongdrigo*
The orbital cannons, as were the targeting parameters, immediately swung to target the flotilla, though the priming devices remained uncharged, but a warning was sent. ‘Stand by for clearance. Do not move or you will be fired upon.’ The communications officer watched as the terribly slow computer parsed the message. After around a minute, he copied the data and took off towards Malgus’s chamber.
Tyrus Freem, the communications officer, knocked gently on Malgus’s chamber door. “Lord Malgus? A fleet has entered local space. A freelancer, one erm...Jacqueline Knight? She leads the fleet. Claims they come bearing a warning. The orbital guns are tracking. Should we guide in a landing craft or open fire, my Lord?”
*First Impressions*
The crew were suddenly in a tizzy, quietly discussion echoed around the vessel’s corridors.
‘Should we turn around? That’s a big fleet.’
‘We’re better off gunning for that star. If Lady Ahsoka and her escort were to die, I’m sure her leaders would be...displeased.’
‘Affirmative. We’ll keep this quiet. Distribute all power to engines and pray.’
A static-electric pulse rippled through the vessel as it lurched forward. Control consoles flashed ‘SHIELD DEPLETED’. Coll blanched and obviously afraid, walked quickly over to the console and started typing, dismissing the message. “W-We should head for uh...the dining area? Are you hungry, Lady Ahsoka, sir Rex?” He was obviously trying to shepherd the pair towards the central area of the vessel, where additional bulkheads would defend against hull breaches. As the youngster approached, the lights flickered and the quiet whir of oxygen circulation died.
*Jedi Temple, Coruscant*
The Mongdrigans parted with a chorus of ‘yes’s and ‘of course’s.
An older Mongdrigan turned to the strange youngster, incredulous. “W-What? You haven’t heard? Our people are getting killed all over the city and the government aren’t doing anything. Worse still, I heard it was one of their ‘Masters’ is doing it. He was caught by multiple cameras and witnesses.” He grumbled. “Lord Malgus wouldn’t let this stand.”
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*Gaia*
Fayam whisked it away. "No way, man. If they notice I keep company, they'll become either more careful or more agressive- you'll blow your chance in the former case and two BattleEagles aren't enough in the latter. Besides, an escort destroys any chance of stealth in my regular work." Havoc thought about it and noted, "You're right. I didn't think that through. Hmm... No, it appears you have to go alone then. But be careful- I cannot imagine the tricks they might have up their sleeves. Fortunately, I don't think they know ours either. We'll have to do this tactfully and sudden."
*New Romulus*
Anna stretched and said to herself, "I think we ought to let D'Tan know." She opened a line and asked, "Say, is D'Tan available?"
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*** Qo'noS, First City ***
"Yes. Draco will tell us everything we need to know right after he will see us with us on board of the new carrier. For now, let's stick to the plan. You go for the Kar'Fi and me after my ship. Then regroup on Qo'noS orbit, and I'll examine our new Great Fox on my own afterward. Any questions? Good.". The Turian said, walking to the pad that should transport him to the docking bay. He did not doubt that the team will find the way to power up the new vessel and bring it up onto the orbit. And if so, Fel was confident they would find a way to establish a comlink channel with his SSV. That's why when he reached his ship and entered inside, he has no doubts about the plan. And so he powered his starcraft on and undocked, started taking the high, further and further in the sky. But as discussed early, the comlink channel is open. Dranghyr was waiting for Fox.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"In this case, our collaboration stops here, I think. It was nice to meet you, and I'm sure we'll meet once again in the future. Now, can you show or tell me how to find Viktor?". Ori said, imaging how long her conversation with her favorite wolf will be. She wanted to ask Anakin one more question regarding her original purpose at the library. Alas, Luke's appearance and his speech made the female Orokin curious about the thing another Jedi side. Of course, her next question had no emotions (as always), so it could be hard to say if the woman is interested or trying to be polite. "Can I help you somehow with such a delicate situation?".
*** Tatooine, Mos Eisley cantina. ***
It was a moment when Wincor Nixdorf (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/3a/b9/44/3ab944937ff316693bf1ebcc657ae7cd.jpg), also known as Bomberman for some people here, has entered the cantina. It's impossible not to notice such a massive human. Being bulky like a Trandoshan, people usually think twice before messing up with the human. Hit hard, hit once - it was about Wincor. So there was no big deal when half of the visitors and the bartender were looking in the human direction. Truth told, the male Mandalorian has come here to resupply his vessel and be on go travel once again. He still didn't recover his family tree even for a little, thanks to his mercenary lifestyle. But now he was full of desire to find out any info on who is the Ossein. One of them was Wincor's father, about whom the Bomberman knows almost nothing. That must be fixed.
Sure thing, he didn't care because of attention to his person. After the event with Tusken Raiders, where Wincor has bombed their camps, Nixdorf became a local celebrity. Of course, he didn't like it. He knows the price of popularity by himself. However, the scene between a Rodian and the person in armor, made almost entirely from Beskar, has intrigued the guy. Unfortunately for the alien, Wincor was also known for his passion for anthro species. That's why he didn't hesitate to approach the Rodian. The last one would saw like a man in Alum's armor, being armed to the teeth (a couple of blasters and the belt full of power cells). Wincor was without his helmet, so his facial expression the Rodian could get clear.
"Problems, buddy? I won't ask twice.". The stocky man asked, looking on the alien from the top. Wincor has had 'Bomberman' nickname for his love to explosive, no matter where and how. Ended up being exploded - this how Nixdorf's victims usually die.
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*** Tatooine, Mos Eisley cantina. ***
"N-n-n-nooo." The rodian said in his native tongue before scurrying away.
"Took your time." The mandalorian Wolf, Kaylr. replied to the new comer. "Do you always have to come in like that? I had it under control."
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
Spyra stepped into the temple and let the Mongdrigans reform their protest wall, as she headed deeper into the temple...
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(Hey, I just wanna do a heads up that I’m still in here. Lots have stuff have come up with work and family so I’m sorry I haven’t replied lately.)
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*** Qo'nos Orbit ***
Fox and the team headed to their Arwings and headed for the new Great Fox. Fox had to admit, the ship certainly looked creepy - but a good psychological effect on the enemy can make a major impact in combat. The team landed their Arwings inside, and looked about for Fel and his ship.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"Let me handle this, for now," Anakin told Ori. "You go find your mate - I suspect your path and his lie in another route." He then turned to his son and walked with him. "Get me whoever's working on the case."
Luke then opened a comlink line to Commander Fox, hoping to set the record straight. (forgive me if I got the name wrong, Ray.)
Elsewhere, in an upper level of the temple, Viktor was, indeed, rummaging through his father's old quarters - and found what he'd been looking for. His father's personal PADD. It needed power, and had a cable sticking out the side that was meant to be plugged into a computer terminal.
*** New Romulus ***
"President D'Tan is currently away at a meeting with representatives of the Klingon Defense Force - may I ask what this call is regarding?" asked a Romulan aide.
*** Mongdrigo ***
Malgus hesitated, then answered the door, looking Tyrus in the eye. "Power down the orbital guns - if this Knight person wished to attack us, she would have made such abundantly clear already. We do not want to appear threatening to a newcomer; I will speak with her myself."
*** First Impressions ***
Ahsoka got the impression something was wrong, but played along. "I could eat, yeah - did Lord Malgus bring along a supply of Corellian Drinks?"
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
K'Tath spotted a Kig-Yar, but he fired before K'Tath did. The green plasma bolt struck K'Tath square in the chest, but the shot merely glanced off his energy shield. K'Tath raised his weapon and opened fire, dropping the pirate like a rock. Two more appeared, and K'Tath was quick to fire on them. "Taking fire! Let's go!" he shouted.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm sure, babe - come on, let's eat!" Jason called back.
The shouting woke Kira, who snorted and grumbled, the rose from bed.
*** Galatae bridge ***
"Not a clue," Vitani responded. "Let's go somewhere we're needed. Anything on Merc-Net?"
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
"I wish I knew," Amy admitted. "But someone got word to them - they knew exactly where and when to hit us."
"Only thing they didn't count on was help dropping in out of nowhere - which begs a bigger question: Why didn't they try and jam our comms?"
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
"Just keep close to us," the NCO requested, before the lot was beamed to the Warbird they came from.
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*Mongdrigo*
Tyrus saluted sharply. “Yes m’lord. I’ll clear our guest for transport landing.” The stocky Mongdrigan moved as fast as his short legs would carry him.
Soon, the orbital guns powered down, returning to neutral positions. Then the communications crew sent Jacqueline a response.
‘You are cleared for single transport landing. Follow the indicated path and land in bay 2-3.’
A holographic line pulsed into view across the transport craft’s HUD.
*First Impressions*
Coll smiled, believing his ruse to be effective. “O-Of course, m’lady. We had a shipment delivered for just this occasion. R-Right this way.”
The young Mongdrigan shuffled off quickly, reaching the dining area in record time. Two cooks quickly brought out drinks and food. Though the drinks were Corellian, as requested, the food was a cut of meat, black on the outside but cooked well on the inside. Coll sat across from the plates and explained. “Ravager cutlets. Seasoned with peplives and mushrooms. I-I’ve never had the drinks. B-But please, eat.”
*Coruscant*
“I understand, commander Skywalker. But unfortunately, you’re the only suspect. With the available evidence,” Fox cleared his throat and added quietly. “And your history, our hands are tied. Personally, I don’t think it was you. None of us do. But, the Mongdrigans have already made their allegations. If we publicly say we’re not investigating you, they’ll riot. Just...don’t leave the planet ‘til this clears up, sir?”
In the Mongdrigan-dominated sector, the dissidents couched themselves further. The Coruscant guards didn’t dare to patrol the streets without a show of force. Six or seven troopers at a time marched double-file through the street, carrying DC-15’s, shields and riot batons. The purple raccoons eyed them from alleyways, windows, and even from across the street. Tensions were high, and getting higher. Some Mongdrigans, worried about a preemptive strike, started carrying the cut-down military rifle of the Mongdrigan Army openly, begging for action.
Deep in the slums, under the giant apartment complexes, radical Mongdrigans formed a dangerous, terrible plan. Draw Anakin out into the streets, or even from his own home, and snuff him out with a single bullet. They already had their blueprints, and just needed a trigger man.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen nodded to the fox. "I'll come along with you." Michen hadn't really thought about it, but he was indeed hungry. And though he now had a global idea of where the kitchen was, he wasn't all too sure if that was where the food would be served. After all, there were dragons in this house, and they would need a place to eat as well.
Thanks to this new situation and the exploring, Michen was able to put his mind off of the issue of ferals like him being captured back on Earth. But he had not yet forgotten.
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*** Qo'noS, First City -> Qo'noS Orbit ***
This time Fel was piloting his ship by himself. Docking isn't an easy process, and the EDI has failed the procedure a couple of times. But that's because the autopilot emulates the original docking route. So pilot assistance needed for the first time. Then EDI will know how to dock. There was one more thing that troubled the Turian - the Star Fox team didn't contact Fel upon getting inside the vessel. The DMC operative had asked them right before he went after his starship. Were they too impressed by the Kar'Fi interior or merely forgotten the given instruction? But Dranghyr doubts had faded away when the male Turian lifted to the Qo'noS' orbit.
In Space, the Kar'Fi looked even more deadly than on a hologram. It was way spooky and dangerous from afar. So a foe would think twice before committing a silly deed. But would such a trick work against people from the Tal Shiar? Fel wanted to know. Those guys weren't people who can be struck in their hearts with fear, seeing a vessel like Kar'Fi. It's a tactical move for less mind-strong people like pirates who are judging people by the ship they own. And the bulky and creepy it's it - the more chances to impress a corsair and either flee away from him or kill. Luckily, none of these events happened during the docking Fel's Normandy into the carrier hangar bay. Fel thought that the bay would be too small to fit Arwings and his SSV into one section. However, it turned out that the room was enormous. From Space, it was even impossible to say that the bay is so large.
"Hello again, gentlemen. In case you didn't find the meeting room on this ship, I propose to do it now. Draco is waiting for us.". Dranghyr said upon exiting from his vehicle. And afterward, he headed to a corridor to examine the starcraft and find a room for a talk with Draco. The DMC infiltrator hoped to see Fek'Ihri Horde's interior, but, inside the carrier, it was a typical Klingon' decor. Perhaps this ship was restored from a bad shape up to a functional stage. And it appears that the interior parts were changed as well. Whoever was responsible for that, he or she wasn't bothered with the design. But Fel wouldn't care about it anyway.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"As you wish, sir. Be well.". Ori replied and headed out from the library. But before she exited, the female Orokin took a holocron which had 'Klyntar' nameplate under it. Before Ori found Viktor on Corellia, she was looking for the species. The UNSC has reported several accidents related to those creatures whom Spartans call as symbiotes. After a little research, the only thing the galaxy-skinned woman figured out is their real name and history. But what was the real purpose of Klyntar? The chances are that this holocron possesses the answers Ori seeks. And fingers crossed, Viktor can open it. To do so, she needs to reunite with the wolf again. After one night with the Death Knight, she found out that she can sense Viktor on any distance. That means that she doesn't need to open a comlink channel with him to find his location, which sounds like a heartbeat. The closer she is to Viktor - the louder the beat. Ori simply can follow it, and so the lady did.
*** Tatooine, Mos Eisley cantina ***
"Pirates. Cocky trash.". Wincor said, watching off the Rodian, then spit on the ground. It was a local gesture of extreme disrespecting, and a chance to receive a punch in your face for that is high. But the Mandalorian didn't care. He was always a straightforward man and didn't hesitate to express his thought about a person. Just like now. On another hand, the tailed one is wearing armor made of Beskar'gam. There were countless possibilities to get such protection or access to Beskar deposits. Kaylr could be just a rich person. And the time when Mandalorians were holding their secrets is gone. The house Nixdorf was such. So the same is true about Mandalorian armor. Besides, there were more powerful ways to protect your body, and on its foreground, the Beskar'gam looks not so shiny. So instead of a lot of questions, Wincor preferred to bow out to Kaylr and mind his own business. Of course, he said it with a little smile on his face. It was his habit when he talks to species he finds handsome. "I don't like fights in places I like. And I don't like pirates; that's all.".
"Hey Y-3. Glass of Lomin Ale, please. Also, any updates about my little request?". Nixdorf said, taking a seat next to the bar counter and starting a chat with the droid. Wincor is the citizen of this village for about six months now, and for Y-3, the bulky man is very familiar. Hence, Wincor tried to make use of it and, thus, attempt to find more about the Ossein.
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*** First Impressions ***
"I'll pass, but do send my Thanks to the Great one for the offer." Rex said actually not being hungry, following Ashoka to the dining area anyway.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant, inside ***
Spyra finnally found Ori speaking to luke "ORi! Where is he?" the purple dragoness asked as she walked closer to the elf.
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
"YOU CAN"T RUSH ART!" Cobalt called back before she let out a screech of fear a group of Kig-Yar had flanked them and taken Cobalt away and were now heading out of the ship with cobalt in their clutches who tried to fight back but was quickly sedated.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Leylah followed Jason along
Kanan grumbled as he set his hand to Kira's cheek. "Should we get up, hon? Or would you like me to go out and get the food?" He asked giving Kira a deep ,but loving kiss as she woke.
*** Galatae bridge ***
"Nothing at the moment, why are you in such a rush?" Kylie asked.
** Starship Lethal Weapon, En Route to Sangheilios ***
"I would imagine the Galatae might have had somthing to do with that it's a large floating city with it's own comm array, it might have overridded the jamming if there was or maybe they weren't expecting our distress call to get out...
*** Drifting ship in Romulan space ***
"But there's something else.. Tony said just before being cutt off by the transporter "Here." he finished.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"I don't mean to disbelieve you, but are you sure this was Aniken and not some imposter?" Amber disguised in the form of a Mongdrigan asked. "I do think we need to look into this more, however"
*** Tatooine, Mos Eisley Cantina ***
"So about that ride?" Kaylr asked, looking over her vambrace which held some odd glowing sticks inside some sort of munitions launcher.
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*Gaia*
Fayam nodded. "Now we're talking. I'll make sure to use signal rounds in another encounter. They'll lead you to their nodes. Now, I'll go and do what I usually do." He turned the ship around and shot away, headed for the next update on the most wanted lists.
*New Romulus*
Anna replied, "Please let D'Tan know we cleared out Torgus Prime and Darth Torrentus is handling the investigation. I will await further instructions."
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*** Qo'noS, First City ***
"Oh," Weaver said in response to the whole being blasted part, "well that's comforting. I guess we should see what these guys want?" In the back of his mind a small scene played out where he wondered why the signal he was chasing was getting bigger and bigger, before his ship unceremoniously blew apart. Good thing shields and emergency FTL drives exist.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Well, let’s see, maybe we should prepare for when we get the signal is given so we can assault those bastards. What kind of guns does this ship have Silrus?” Damien wasn’t very patient. Waiting for something to come made him uneasy. Especially since his brother was going on board that godforsaken ship without him. He turned to Grey, “Get whatever you can from your people. Perhaps we can salvage some of the crew on here willing to fight. We may not have an army up here, but we can put up one helluva fight when comes time.”
***Yout’ja Warship, Nephira Orbit***
“Hmm, the cargo bay? How far is that from the prisoner hold? Do we know where we are going once inside?I’m assuming we’ll have some sort of additional stealth gear to assist in getting to that point in the ship?
Have any of these questions been thought of and answered to make sure a plan can be put in motion in case something backfires?” Katin was a tactician in battles. Being a king meant more than just power and status, he needed the smarts to work any situation to the best possible outcome. With an ordeal such as this, especially in an environment he was very new to, he needed to make sure that he could cover anything that may go wrong.
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*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"Dragonarian warships typically carry Disruptor cannons, plasma-disruptor torpedoes, Kadgeron Turbolasers... you name it. We're equipped to take on the Tal Shiar - and that's with the Dragonarian ships alone. Remember, we also have representatives from Starfleet and the KDF here. Neither of them are fond of the Tal Shiar," Silrus responded to Damien.
*** Yaut’ja Warship, Nephira Orbit ***
"The brig is deep in the station, close to the core," Scourge said. "Some distance away from the cargo bay. To beam in any closer would risk detection. But, in the event we are detected, the Yaut'ja clan we are present before have three cloaked ships hiding just outside the facility's sensor range. They'll come in, engage the Tal Shiar, and give us a window to get their clan mates to safety."
"... Allies..." Wolf uttered, pointing to Katin. Scourge frowned slightly.
"Allies?" he asked. He paused, then comprehension dawned. "So you have friends that can help us out. Who?"
*** Qo'noS, First City ***
"Indeed," Rellius responded. They approached the exchange, where three Yaut'ja waiting for them. One in particular (https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_msVW7nvtAk/WvR0EasJ1cI/AAAAAAAAQsg/A22qZDFuKdQpEkP7hsrHjhvGjy8Nk4TuQCLcBGAs/s1600/Ancient%2BPredator.png) had his mask off, and was staring directly at Weaver. His yellow eyes could be seen at a distance. Rellius casually approached this hunter, where it became clear this Yaut'ja had a Lightsaber (https://i0.wp.com/torf.mmo-fashion.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/swtor-2017-11-18-15-59-33-17.jpg?ssl=1) clipped to his belt. Whether a trophy or an indicator of force-sensitivity was not clear. "Horus! Still rocking the lightsaber?" Rellius greeted him. The Yaut'ja made a guttural purr as he nodded.
"Effective weapon," Horus responded. "You are Weaver... yes?" he indicated Weaver.
*** New Romulus ***
"Will do - and we'll tell him to contact you when he gets a chance," the aide responded. It was then that a couple of badly-damaged K'Vort-class Cruisers dropped out of warp.
*** Qo'noS, First City -> Qo'noS Orbit ***
"This ship is a maze..." Falco grumbled. But the team nonetheless followed Fel to the meeting room, and once contact with General Bellator was established, Draco appeared as a hologram.
"I apologize for not being there in person," he said, "but another matter came up while you were away. Here's what you need to know: Some months ago, we lost contact with a mining faciltiy, Peragus III. It's a mining station mining a high-efficiency engine fuel for distribution across the galaxy. Last report said they came in contact with something. Lord Praven has been rerouted to meet you just outside the asteroid field, and to provide fire support. Ladies and gentlemen, it goes without saying that you must keep weapons safetied unless ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY. If you remember what happened to Peragus II, then you know just how dangerous it is to have just a stray shot ignite Peragian fuel. We would prefer the installation kept intact if at all possible, but... I have felt a disturbance in the Force. So if it becomes unavoidable, I am willing to let the station be destroyed to keep the fuel out of enemy hands. Any questions?"
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant, inside ***
Viktor had since left his father's old room, and went looking for Ori. He searched high and low, but when he bumped into her, he was carrying a metallic box in his hands. "We bout ready to go?" he asked.
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
"COBALT!!!" K'Tath shouted. He turned to bring his rifle to bear, but couldn't fire; he didn't want to risk hitting Cobalt. Instead, he chased after the Kig-Yar, shooting dead any that pointed a gun at him.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Jason sat at the table, eager to eat.
Kira rubbed her eyes, then responded to Kanan, "I've slept long enough, hon - let's head out there."
*** Galatae bridge ***
"Because I don't like to be still long - you know that," Vitani replied.
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, Sangheilios Orbit ***
It was then that the Lethal Weapon arrived over Sangheilios. Amy ordered a hailing signal be sent out, alerting the Sangheili their supplies had arrived.
*** Coruscant ***
"Of course," Anakin responded. "But I gotta wonder - who would want to frame me, and why?"
*** First Impressions ***
Ahsoka sat down and started with the drink, then dug in. "Come on, cappy - got a while before we get back to Coruscant. Might as well get a bite to eat," she urged Rex.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Roger, be advised - this ship carries no transport craft, but our transporters are functional; am I okay to beam down?" Jacqueline asked.
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*** MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
"I could call in some reinforcements ,but this mission was just suppose to be me."Grey replied.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant, inside ***
"I dunno about her ,but i am." Spyra responded.
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
Cobalt didn't make a sound since when they had grabbed her they knocked her unconscious, the lucario women's limp body was hauled away and outside of the ship, then up into the kig yar vessel via a grav lift. K'Tath might have had a little trouble tracking them ,but somehow he'd find that the kig-yar had sold Cobalt off to some Jawas they found a mile out, Cobalt's armor had a tracker she put in that K'tath might have been able to use, for now she laid unconsious inside of a Jawa Sandcrawler in the droid holding room, the Kig-yar having sold her off, not wanting to have to deal with K'Tath, and would rather have money than the heavy cobalt to lug around everwhere, but more than likely they didn't want to deal with an angry raging K'Tath.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Hungry much?" Leylah asked as she set next to jason attempting to nuzzle him with her muzzle, not wearing much ,but she figured since it was her home now the others wouldn't mind.
"You might want to get dressed" Kanan pointed out as he put a shirt on.
*** Galatae bridge ***
"There's always the holodeck if your that eager to do something." Kylie noted, as he checked on a few things on the console he was at.
*** Starship Lethal Weapon, Sangheilios Orbit ***
"Ugh what a ride." Kira complained as she went to check that everything would go smoothly with the cargo transfer.
*** First Impressions ***
"Cappy?" Rex asked cocking his head to the side, "I'm just not hungry right now, Commander."he replied honestly taking a seat but not eating, for now.
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*Mongdrigo*
Tyrus nodded. “Yes, m’lord. I will have Captain Knight meet you on the landing pad closest to the control tower. If she tries anything, the security teams will engage.” He gave another salute and started off.
A minute or two passed before Jacqueline would receive a response.
“We are not well versed in energy transport. We will supply coordinates to an open bay.”
The holographic guide disappeared, replaced by a set of coordinates.
*First Impressions*
The chefs quickly brought out food. Coll stood nearby wringing his paws nervously. He shuffled over to an internal communications terminal and tapped a few keys. He then began a quiet conversation, glancing over his shoulder every few seconds.
*Coruscant*
The old Mongdrigan looked confused. “Who else would it be? That visage, and a ceremonial...energy...laser...sword-thing. Like Lord Malgus’s, but blue.” He peered at Amber, a bit suspicious. “Say...when’d you get here? I don’t remember you from the last ship.”
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*** Tatooine, Mos Eisley Cantina ***
"Yes. There was a person who was looking for the same archives. The thing you're looking for in the Xappyh sector. But it's under the Covenant control for a long time now. Caution is highly advisable.". The droid replied, making Wincor look confused and thoughtful. Who was the person who is looking for archives as well? Bypassing the Covenant security posts wouldn't be a problem. Nixdorf's ship isn't painted in Mandalorian sigils; it has a look of a private freighter. All in all, the chances to get what Wincor wanted were better than he expected. And then the she-wolf request. The man liked her appearance, yet he had his own tasks. "What a ride you're talking about?"
*** Qo'noS Orbit -> En route Peragus III ***
"Yes, I have two things I want to clear out. What's our final goal: to figure out what happened there or something more? And another question - do Peragus facilities have non-lethal weapons?". The Turian asked when Draco has provided such an opportunity. Unlike Fel, none of the Star Fox team didn't have exosuit. Even without the weapon, the Turian can be a deadly foe. And it seems that on the station the abilities of his suit would be in demand. But the rest of the team can't offer anything like that. So non-lethal weapons were the best option at the moment. Sure thing, now Fel wanted for all the team to be in the same suit as he is. But after the CryNet became DMC's property, getting one of them requires a serious reason. It is Fel who were lucky enough during the Reapers invasion and managed to convince CryNet's engineers to test the suit. But nowadays, he wouldn't have such a chance.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant, inside ***
"Yes. The only question before leaving this place - do you know how to craft a lightsaber? If so, I'd like to get a couple. I'm asking now because this place can have all the tools that might be needed for the process.". Ori asked, noticing a box in Viktor's hands. She wanted to ask about it as well. However, too many questions at the same time would confuse the wolf. Even without those questions, the woman had a lot of things to ask. So she decided to ask all she needs one by one.
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*** Tatooine, Mos Eisley Cantina ***
"Either I paid you or you told me you'd take me to Dragon'taan." Kaylr replied.
*Coruscant*
"I was on the first few ships here, I wasn't free from my duties until now." Amber replied, realizing the old one may have just found out her secret...
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*** New Romulus ***
"Will do - and we'll tell him to contact you when he gets a chance," the aide responded. It was then that a couple of badly-damaged K'Vort-class Cruisers dropped out of warp.
*Tatooine*
Fayam zipped to Tatooine- he hadn't been here in a while. He asked for an update on the Most Wanted lists, ready to target the biggest baddy again. He was aware the Obsidian Order could strike again, but it remained in the back of his mind.
*New Romulus*
Anna had no idea the cruisers were there, since Faith was on the ground. Instead she said, "Understood. Over and out." She heard some stumbling and saw Zealo leave with his gun again. This time, Johnny accompanied him to the shooting range. She wondered whether she should get some battle practice in, but deemed it better to remain in the ship with Koman... Wait, where was he? She frowned, but shrugged. He usually never went far from the ship on his own. Faith was as much his child as it was hers. Maybe he was just getting some parts to tinker around with.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
The feral snow leopard followed the fox from the armoury to wherever dinner was about to be held. Despite his species, he couldn't help but wonder what was going to be on the menu. And maybe more importantly, how many people were going to be there. This mansion seemed to house a lot of people, and having a lot of people around during dinner might be draining...
We'll see how things go. It's not like we can do much about it. If it's too draining, just take a break afterwards.
Miss "second person" was about as optimistic as always, it seemed.
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*** New Romulus ***
At the shooting range, Obisek was present, testing a New Disruptor Rifle (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/swg/images/1/19/Dxr6_carbine.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20050512002700). After one three-pulse burst, he raised the weapon to point at the ceiling, examining it. "Very nice," he remarked. He then looked to and nodded at the Reman aide near him. "See to it our troops are outfitted with these as soon as possible." The aide nodded and turned for the door, and had he not spotted Anna there, would have collided with her. He gave her a bow and headed to the Reman areas of New Romulus. Obisek approached Anna with his new rifle in his arms. "Fancy meeting you here, Captain," he commented. "You may remember me, we worked more or less together with that Tal Shiar thing."
(On a side-note, Fayam, we need to come up with a way to differentiate between our characters. I have a character named Anna [Anna Indari], and I plan on using her soon. I would like to avoid any confusion between the two.)
*** Kar'Fi Carrier Great Fox II, Qo'nos Orbit ***
"The closest thing to non-lethal weapons Peragus III has are their mining lasers - you can try to use them, but of foul play is involved at Peragus III, they'll hardly be effective against Disruptors and lasers. As for your goals - find out what happened to cause the loss of contact at Peragus III, and if there are survivors - evacuate them. On that note, I have vague reports of something called 'Jeri' at Peragus III, so if you find any information on that, get that, too. I'll have Praven meet you there, and provide fire support if it is needed. Avoid destruction of the facility if you can, but destroy it if you must," Draco explained. He grunted audibly, putting a hand to his forehead. "There has been... a... disturbance in the Force. Good luck at Peragus, team. Bellator out." He then cut contact.
"So... Peragus III," Fox said. "Guess we should get moving."
"That name, Jeri..." Slippy chirped. "... it sounds familiar." he looked to Fel. "Is it related to the UNSC or the Weyland-Yutani Corporation, by any chance?"
"I'll go find the helm controls," Falco said as he got up. "Oh, and a word of advice - I'd suggest picking up an AI for this ship to pilot it and help it fight while we're in Arwings. Might wanna hail the shipyard before we go, see if they have one."
"That won't be necessary," stated a female voice on the ship's intercom.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"No, I don't know how to craft a lightsaber - but I know where to find one or two," Viktor told Ori. "Actually, I have a few as trophies - taken from Sith kills long ago. Anyway, let's go - I need to decode this package." He then headed for the spaceport, where the Draconis Furiam was stationed.
*** Mongdrigo ***
Jacqueline beamed down, and was met by Malgus. She immediately bowed. "Lord Malgus," she greeted him.
"Commander Knight," Malgus responded. "I was told you came bearing a warning?"
"I have. The Obsidian Order intends to launch an attack on Mongdrigo, but I have not been able to determine why," Jacqueline said. "Regardless, I brought a fleet to stop them."
"We saw," Malgus stated. "Your fleet showing up on our doorstep startled our Mongdrigan subjects." Malgus and Jacqueline chatted back and forth in quite a civilized manner, until Malgus motioned with his hand for her to follow, and she followed him through the depths of Mongdrigo, all while she let her gaze wander around her surroundings.
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
K'Tath raged, charging after Cobalt and killing any Kig-Yar that got in his way. When he learned that she'd been sold to Jawas, he ran out to them, and railed them until they would give up Cobalt. They would lead him to her, and he immediately went to her side. "Cobalt! Can you hear me? Wake up!"
*** First Impressions ***
"What?" Ahsoka laughed innocently. "You'll always be Captain Rex to me, Cappy. I remember the days when you literally were Captain Rex."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"When is he not..." Anna chuckled at Leylah's question. She looked to Drake. "He clearly takes after his daddy."
"I did not eat that much!" Drake said defensively. A loud belch came from the dragon lair beneath the manor that echoed through the foyer.
"Someone had a good hunt," Kyle chuckled as he sat down.
"I just hope they didn't drag it here like last time," Anna laughed.
Jason subtly leaned his head on Leylah's with a smile.
In Kira's room, Kira got up and got dressed, then headed out to the foyer with Kanan. As she did this, Kyle looked to Michen. "You seen Mathayus anywhere?"
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*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
Spyra sighed ,but followed along with Ori and Viktor.
*** First Impressions ***
"Always the joker." Rex chuckled.
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
it took a minute but eventually cobalt woke up, seeing jawas she sprung into action gun at the ready "WHY AM I HERE YOU DIRTY..." SHe stopped seeing K'tath.. "What am I doing here?" She asked.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Says you!" Amie said poking Drake in the stomach.
Leylah just giggled.
Kanan welcomed Kira to her seat and gave her a soft nuzzle. "Drag it in like a live kill?" He asked.
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*Mongdrigo*
Jacqueline would see, quite obviously, several soldiers posted up on rooftops, armed with long rifles. If she chose to inspect herself, she would see several red dots dancing across her clothes/armor. But, the sharpshooters kept their fingers well clear of triggers. They were a precaution, a product of the Mongdrigans’ collective fear.
As the pair made their way through the streets, the Mongdrigans seemed to be of two minds. Some cowered from Jacqueline, casting jaundiced gazes from doorways, windows and alleyways. The others approached, giving the pair a wide berth. Some would ask Malgus what was happening, others simply gave the pair a friendly wave. The children, the particularly young, skipped and played around the pair, put at ease by Malgus’s very presence.
Jacqueline, if she was wearing a long cloak or cape, would feel a sudden, yet light, weight around her shoulders. She would, upon turning, see a child absently sitting on the trailing fabric, giggling and waving as Jacqueline walked through the streets.
If she wasn’t wearing a long cloak or cape, she would feel a tug on the side of her pants/dress/whatever and, upon looking, a young Mongdrigan would smile and say “Hello!”
*First Impressions*
The whir of oxygen systems picked up after a few minutes, the flashing red alerts on the consoles vanished. Coll breathed a very long sigh of relief. The pilot came on over the PA.
“This is your pilot, we’re setting up for our first rift. Standby.”
*Coruscant*
The old Mongdrigan sniffed again. “Y’don’t smell like tiberium, Miss. You’re lying. That is not the Mongdrigan way.” The crowd, now drawn to the commotion, turned to face Amber and the old raccoon, the shouting dying out to quiet murmurs.
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*** Tatooine, Mos Eisley Cantina ***
"Indeed. In this case, let's proceed to my ship. Just a second.". Wincor said, smiled, and placed a pile of credits in front of droid-barkeeper. By the time has given his starcraft, a heavily modded SS-54 gunship named "Lancer", should be already loaded with supplies. Of course, the male Mando will have to pay for supplies as well. It should be enough to travel to Dragon'taan and then to Tiss'shar, though. But before the couple reached Wincor's vessel, the member of the house, Nixdorf, decided to ask one thing. "Is there anything else I need to know? Like people who want your head or surprises upon arrival. For I like to plan a few steps ahead.".
*** Kar'Fi Carrier Great Fox II, Qo'nos Orbit ***
"I don't know, Slip. I hear this name for the first time. We'll have to figure out on the station.". The Turian replied, processing intel obtained by Draco. The goal sounded pretty straightforward, and in the past, Fel has completed a bunch like them. But during those operations, he felt safe because of his gear and his experience as an infiltrator. If he gets captured, then he could just kill himself without telling secrets to people like Tal Shiar. Easy and simple. And the fact there were no allies during the missions. Also, the name Jeri. Who or what is it? Dranghyr hoped only for a better case. It's always better when there are fewer enemies to deal with. Then the female voice. Fel could be wrong, but it sounded very familiar. Like the AI on Dranghyr's Normandy. So the alien decided to clarify. "EDI? Is that you?"
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"It would be nice. And by the way, Viktor, I've something you can open for me too. But that's on our ship.". Ori said, following the wolf.
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ANNOUNCEMENT
To solve any confusion between Anna Indari and Anna Steen, I will rename Anna Steen to Anita Steen.
(@Romulan: case solved. By the way, Anita did not go to the shooting range- she has nothing to seek there.)
*Tatooine*
Fayam wondered whether he had connected or not, so he retried asking for the most wanted list.
*New Romulus*
Johnny poked Zealo, and pointed to Obisek. "Yo, isn't he that Tal Shiar guy?" Zealo squinted, and mumbled, "Oh, could be. He's got a sweet gun, though." He wasn't particularly good with faces. Weapons, on the other hand, he was a walking encyclopedia of. Johnny spoke up. "Fancy meeting you here, mister...?"
Anita sat in the door opening of Faith, basking in the sun. Suddenly, a weird feeling crept up. It was as if something was wrong, but what? Johnny and Zealo would not be messed with, and definitely not when they were armed. Koman was a careful guy, and he was unlikely to get in trouble. Faith was in proper condition, and she could not see any signs of sabotage. The feeling didn't leave her, though, so she locked the door and looked around the spaceport for Koman.
*Gaia*
Havoc wasn't sitting still while Fayam was away. He rallied the troops and went out in a Warbringer battleship to gather all information on the Obsidian Order he could get. It wasn't ideal, but a larger ship might raise suspicion. He purposedly didn't use a Carrier because he needed those on standby for Fayam's call.
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(Sorry for the delay people - been hectic over here the last few weeks.)
*** Tatooine Orbit ***
Fayam would get a short burst transmission: "Those seeking bounties should report to the Bounties office in Mos Eisely."
*** New Romulus ***
"Obisek - Admiral Obisek," the Reman introduced himself. "Might I ask who you are?"
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
"Those Kig-Yar Pirates ambushed us at the Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser," K'Tath explained. "Did they hurt you?"
*** Kar'Fi Carrier Great Fox II, Qo'nos Orbit ***
"No - I'm Jan, your shipboard AI. Requisition form had me included with your ship," the AI responded. "I heard we're going to the Peragus system?"
*** Mongdrigo ***
Jacqueline smiled at the child tugging at her cloak, kneeling down to him. "Hi there," she greeted him. Malgus looked over and smiled.
"You wouldn't believe how harsh their lives were before I arrived," he commented.
"I can imagine," Jacqueline responded. She looked to the child. "What's your name?"
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
Viktor led the team away from the Jedi Temple, back toward the spaceport, contacting the ship as they went: "Horgus to base - has the ship been renamed?"
"Affirmative," came the droid response. "Ship Transponder now labels the ship as the Draconis Furiam."
"Copy - we are on our way back. Out," Viktor said. He directed his next comment to the two following him: "Ori, Spyra, talk to me - what do you have for me?"
*** First Impressions ***
"Rift?" Ahsoka repeated the word. "Is that your method of FTL travel?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Amie!" Drake protested with a laugh.
"Yes - a live kill," Anna said.
*** Undisclosed Location in Wild Space ***
In an unknown sector, a massive fleet was gathered around a station. It consisted of CAS-class Assault Carriers, ORS Heavy Cruisers, CCS Battlecruisers, CPV Destroyers, Modified Imperator-I Star Destroyers, Modded Enforcer Heavy Cruisers, and numerous other vessels of Sith or Imperial design.
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*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
"Don't think so." Cobalt said brushing herself off "I did get the data though.' the blue female Lucario added.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"Something about a guy called Aldukaal that i need to deal with and information on these Knights of the Ebon Blade." Spyra explained as she walked along with Viktor.
*** First Impressions ***
"Is that anything like Subspace?" Rex asked as he sat down.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Don't sit next to me then!" Amie giggled back
"Sounds messy ,yet interesting,but where do they hunt?" Kanan asked.
*** Tatooine, Mos Eisley Cantina ***
"That sort of information will cost you, but as far as you need to know, no." the She-wolf Mando replied.
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*First Impressions*
Coll shrugged. “I dunno what subspace is. And faster than light travel isn’t possible. At least, for us. The uh...the way the warp spheres, sometimes called rifts, work is...interesting. We aren’t a hundred percent sure, but it basically opens a tunnel between where we are and where we’re going. But, due to the First Impressions’ design, it lacks a standard power supply. So, we can’t just go to Coruscant. Gotta do it piecemeal, letting the rift generator cool back down. We’re gonna be busy for a few days.”
*Mongdrigo*
“Jarren.” The child answered without hesitation. He looked over at Malgus. “He helped my daddy get away from bad guys.”
Over the murmur of the crowd, a distraught father called out.
“Jarren!? Where are ya, bud? Jarren?!” He moved through the crowd, excusing himself every time he had to move someone. Eventually, he staggered into the street. Malgus would immediately recognize him as one of the harvester pilots. His paws were luminous green, all the way to the elbow. His ears were tipped with green crystal, which ran down to his right eye, which had become a dark green. His teeth were off-white, like he’d eaten green food coloring. When he saw the pair with his son, the tiberium infected Mongdrigan straightened up and approached. “Apologies, Lord Malgus and Honored Guest. I hope my son has caused no trouble.”
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*Tatooine*
Fayam shrugged and went towards Mos Eisely. He forgot that was how they did things. Still, they would probably recognise them there, given how relentless he chased outlaws.
*New Romulus*
Johnny squinted for a bit, then recalled, "Admiral Obisek... That sounds familiar, but I'm not sure where I heard it... Anyway, I'm Johnny. Johnny Eclipse, copilot of Faith. Nice to meet you." Zealo said, "And I'm Zealo Naye, gunslinger. Same ship. Sweet gun you got there, by the way. Is it a new model?" Johnny couldn't help but smile. It was just so typical of Zealo.
Anita, meanwhile, searched frantically for Koman, but there were no signs of him. Nobody had seen him, and it was as if he had vanished into thin air. He had left no message and, worse yet, he could be anywhere by now. She could only hope he wasn't kidnapped by some Tal Shiar guy. That would be the worst. At this point, Anita went back to Faith to go over the facts again. She was certain Koman came with them back to New Romulus. She had seen him walk with her towards Faith. But, he disappeared soon after. D'Tan would have to wait...
*Reach*
Havoc piloted the Warbringer 3-766 towards Reach. He doubted he'd get much intel here. But, given he knew squat about the Obsidian Order, this place was as good to start at as any. He dropped a line, in a strangely calm demeanour for his doing. "Reach? This is Havoc Jumbojet, leader of the Gaian Army Coalition. I have come to ask if you know anything at all about a group calling themselves the 'Obsidian Order'." The on-board crew agreed he had gone into what they liked to call "war mode": his agressiveness had taken place for ice-cold strategic thinking.
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*** Kar'Fi Carrier Great Fox II, Qo'noS Orbit ***
"Yes. I do know about the station only from Draco's words. I'd say we're Draco Bellator's Task Force now as he initiated the mission first. If anything, you may ask EDI, the AI of my ship. She has a way better memory than I.". The Turian claimed.
*** Jedi Temple, Coruscant ***
"It appears that Aldukaal is a severe threat because Anakin told me about him as well. I guess we have to deal with him together. That, and I have two personal requests to you, Viktor. I'll tell you more in private.". Ori said, being a bit surprised that Spyra knew about Aldukaal too. Not like the woman sees the purple dragon as a rivalry. Just like the Orokin, Spyra is a skilled warrior. Is that person mentioned by Anakin so strong, that his assassination would require a united effort of three heroes? Anyhow, the galaxy-skinned only liked it. Challenges are what she lives for.
*** Tatooine, Mos Eisley Cantina -> En route to Dragon'taan ***
"Good. Because I don't like unwelcome guests.". Wincor said as the couple was walking to the man's vessel. He sounded like the she-wolf was an unwelcome guest too. In fact, Wincor was tired of looking for clues of the Ossein. Being on board, Nixdorf approached a small living room. There were another two rooms; however, they all were the same except for wall color. Nixdorf never was looking for luxury. Hence the room was equipped only with essential items. A bed, some drawers, a wardrobe, and a holoprojector connected with the starship's head. "You can stay here if you want. The journey won't be too fast."
After Wincor has done with introducing his ship (which wasn't perfect), the Mando headed out of his starship. He needed to pay for supplies that were loaded inside his SS-54 because you never know when you can do it again. After the payment, he started ship's engines and lifted on Tatooine' orbit, preparing to a hyperspace jump.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen looked at Kyle, and tilted his head in thought. "I saw him right before I went out to explore the mansion a little more... I'm not sure where he is now though."
Didn't you last see him in the foyer or something?
Uh, was it the foyer? Honestly, the snow leopard had been so lost in thought during his little exploration run that he honestly forgot where he saw him last...
You're unbelievable. If you focus on something, you can really forget other important things, huh? You'd almost forget your own head sometimes.
Somehow Michen doubted he could forget his own head, but the other voice was so witty right now that he honestly let her win this argument. On the outside, nothing was visible of this internal conversation aside from the feral's wry smile.
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*** Kar'Fi Carrier Great Fox II, Qo'noS Orbit ***
"Well, let's get going," Fox suggested. "I don't want to keep your CO waiting." He then started for the Bridge, following Falco.
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Coruscant ***
Viktor led Ori and Spyra back to the ship, and once they'd ascended the gravity lift, he headed for the Bridge. "The Knights of the Ebon Blade," Viktor began, "Are an order of Death Knights free from the Lich King's control; they operate much like a Black Ops unit, these days. Deep behind enemy lines and such. Don't know why your contact wants anything to do with them - b*****ds hunted me down like a common criminal in the initial years of my going on the run." He then looked to Ori. "And what exactly do you need me to do?"
*** New Romulus ***
"Somewhat," Obisek affirmed. "It's a custom variation of the DXR6 Disruptor Rifle. I was testing it to see if it lives up to the hype it gets - which it does. Been wanting something to issue to Republic Military personnel that would be a bit more powerful than the Disruptors used by the Tal Shiar."
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Not at all," Jacqueline said as she rose to her full height - standing just as tall as Malgus.
"Kids will be kids," Malgus chuckled. They both headed for the Command Center, where they arrived to Malgus' Command Staff. (Ray, feel free to throw in your own personnel here.) "Now... you came here bearing a Warning - about what, may I ask?" Malgus queried.
"The Obsidian Order," Jacqueline said. "Have you heard of them?"
*** First Impressions ***
"That won't be an issue," Ahsoka assured him. "And this food is quite tasty."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"There's a wildlife preserve a few klicks north of the city," Kyle explained. "Strictly reserved as a Dragon hunting ground."
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
"Then let's high-tail it out of here before someone else gets the idea to kidnap you!" K'Tath suggested as he helped Cobalt to her feet.
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*** First Impressions ***
"What about me?" Rex asked. "wouldn't you think that'd be something on me, Lady Ashoka?" Rex teased.
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Coruscant ***
"Guess i have my work cut out for me then." Spyra replied. "Along with learning more about this, place..."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"hmm.. would I be allowed there with you as well?" Kanan asked.
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
"Right behind you." Cobalt replied with a nod of thanks.
*** Tatooine, unknown ship -> En route to Dragon'taan ***
Kaylr sat down on one of the chairs, she had plans to get her own ship but she hadn't had the funds or the connections to get one..."You could do with a little more interior decorations." the she-wolf added.
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*Mos Eisely, Tatooine*
Fayam entered the cantina and went straight to the bounty hunter desk. The guy behind the counter said, "Oh, hey, Fayam. Back for more outlaws?" Fayam smiled. "You bet I am. Who's on the top of the list this time?"
*New Romulus*
Johnny couldn't be bothered with weapon talk, so he said, "Not bad. But, if you don't mind... I'm gonna shoot a bit." Zealo shrugged. "Sure thing, Johnny." He turned back to Obisek and looked closer at the gun. "Interesting modification. It looks similar, but it's got to be rewired for more firepower... Speaking of which, you were looking for stronger weapons? You could always use light spaceship guns as heavy infantery weaponry." He chuckled at his own joke. Then, serious again: "However, if you want something more interesting: I've heard the Leviathans from Tomahawk have gotten their hands- ...er, claws, on some turrets made specifically to counter Borg attacks. Those turrets are freakin' insane, I'll have you know. Point is; they've thoroughly investigated this technology and I'm sure they could scale it down to rifle size. It's worth asking, at least- even though you won't get large quantities."
Anita paced around her ship in anxiety. If only... Wait. Zealo! She had almost forgotten Zealo was a wolf, and with his heightened sensed they could track Koman down. Without hesitation, she took her ground transport towards the shooting range.
*Reach*
Havoc didn't seem to get reception. He shouted, "Is there something with the radio!?" The crew said, "No! It had been tested just two days ago!" His demeanour changed and he yelled: "REACH! ARE YOU LIStENING!?" The crew agreed asking around on its own wouldn't help, and they searched online for information on the Obsidian Order.
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*** Kar'Fi Carrier Great Fox II, Qo'noS Orbit -> Peragus III Orbit ***
Hyperspace jump passed with no issues, smooth and clean. Because to attack a Kar'Fi-class carrier, the one should be brave or silly enough. Upon exiting from the tunnel, the team could witness the mining station - Peragus III. The docking bay was visible clearly. What was strange - almost the entire station was with no lights. The base with such sizes should shine like a Sun. But it's dark windows, like eye sockets, were begging for help.
"Jan, initialize docking protocol and perform a basic scan for lifeforms. The entire facility in dark. If it's not Tal Shiar, then what? Anyhow, guys, get ready to act.". The grey Turian said leery. He was pondering if the power outage was sabotage or a typical disruption in the power supply. The lifeform scan is the only answer.
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Coruscant ***
"Can you open it? I've 'borrowed' it in the temple. I had to, as it was signed as Klyntar. It's the species I was looking for before you've found me. And as far as I know, only Force-sensitive can unseal Holocrons.". Ori asked, showing the Ice Wolf the device, covered in various colors.
*** En route to Dragon'taan -> Dragon'taan ***
"I'll take into consideration.". Wincor replied, as his ship exited from the hyperspace and soon landed on Dragon'taan spaceport. No pirates, Zaarin's enforcers, or similar trash during the travel. It wasn't the first time the male Mando was here, and every time the planet environment impresses him. Being emotionally hardened, Wincor is a man hard to impress. Yet the beauty of Dragon'taan has managed to do so. Alas, Nixdorf was ruthless, and no planet can stop him from searching the Ossein. That was his personal life goal. So right after docking, the human asked. "Final destination, cutie. If there nothing more I can do for you, I'm afraid our paths are separated."
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*First Impressions, Deep Space*
A static-electric surge ran through the ship as it crossed through the rift. The ship juttered as it entered a new gravity field, and briefly powered down. Coll, as the lights came back on, looked extremely worried. “I-I don’t think that was supposed to happen.” The intercom crackled to life as the pilot spoke.
“Sorry about that Lady Ahsoka, Honored Guest. A bit of a miscalculation on our part.” He sighed, chuckling a bit. “Over shot our drop point.”
*Mongdrigo, Command Center*
The black-uniform clad Command Staff glanced nervously at Jacqueline as she entered the Center. Some, who were working on a counterattack should the fleet attack, kept themselves between the documents and Captain Knight.
Communications Officer Fay Begarha approached Malgus, and quickly snapped into a salute. Fay, an oddly tall female, had to look down slightly to speak to Malgus.
“M’lord, what a fantastic surprise. Do you require anything?”
*Coruscant*
The situation with the Mongdrigan sector had deteriorated. The purple raccoons had essentially excluded themselves from the Coruscant Guard, keeping the troopers out with threats and barricades.
-Senate Building-
The crowd of protesters had grown. What once was a quiet disgruntled murmur became an enraged, indignant roar. They demanded a trial, they wanted their leaders to meet with the Jedi. Something had to be done.
The extremist cell kicked their plans into gear. The protesters had unknowingly fallen in line, an attempt to bring Anakin outside. Their trigger-man was a young soldier, who had a keen eye and a true shot. He would gain access to a speeder, find a nook to hide in, and take Anakin out. The Mongdrigans would have blood. A life for lives.
(a reminder)
Unfortunately for the Jedi, the Mongdrigans were Force-Void. Their intentions could not be divined. Just a vague unease.
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*** First Impressions, Deep Space ***
"Nothing to worry about," Ahsoka said cheerily before taking a sip of her drink. "And quit whining, Rex," she teased back at Rex.
*** Mongdrigo, Command Center ***
"Commander Knight here wishes to share something with us," Malgus said. He looked to Jacqueline, who nodded respectfully and spoke,
"I came here to warn you about an impending assault by the Obsidian Order."
"Who are the Obsidian Order?" one of Malgus' lieutenants asked.
"They're the clandestine operations and intelligence group of the old Cardassian Union," Jacqueline explained. "They've been trying to restore the Cardassian Union for years - and the Cardassian Detapa Council asked me to warn you and help you fend off their attack. Furthermore, I have a secondary objective - to capture as many of the Cardassian vessels as I can so they can be repurposed by the current Cardassian Government."
*** Coruscant ***
In the midst of the Mongdrigan sector, a creature lurked. Nearly invisible, bounding across rooftops, it looked for prey. Some might hear a rapid tapping they might associate with a jungle or forest bird - only no such environment existed on Coruscant outside of Zoos. Any who might catch a glimpse of the creature would only get a ghostly shimmer, and occasionally a flash of eyes before the apparition vanished.
*** Senate Building ***
Anakin was not blind to what happened. He knew something had to be done. But with the Mongdrigans baying for blood, he knew he couldn't present himself in public until they had been given evidence pointing to his innocence.
Meanwhile, Luke was trying to meet with the leader of the Mongdrigans to show them recordings and records that Anakin was at the Jedi Temple at the time of these killings, and so was Luke - so whoever was behind the murders was an imposter.
*** Kar'Fi Carrier Great Fox II, Qo'noS Orbit -> Peragus III Orbit ***
Life form scans would be inconclusive - the ambient environment in the Peragus III Asteroid Field disrupted sensors. "I don't get it," Falco commented as he piloted the Kar'Fi to the edge of the field. "That thing should be lit up like a Christmas Tree."
"Something happened there," Slippy said. "Sensors are unreliable, but I can occasionally pick something up in there."
Fox looked to Fel. "We can take the ship in, or go in via your smaller ship, the Normandy," he told him.
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Coruscant ***
"Hnh... well, I can open it, but let's get underway first," Viktor said as they got to the bridge. He immediately ordered the ship into orbit, and then ordered a course plotted for a sector just outside Balmorra. Why he wanted to go there, who can say. He then turned to Ori, and went to take the holocron from her, in an attempt to open it.
*** Reach ***
"Calm down, sir," came the response, "Our comms were down for maintenance. We understand you're looking for the Obsidian Order? Best people to ask about that are the Cardassians, on Cardassia Prime. The Obsidian Order used to be one of their agencies, back during the times leading up to the Dominion War."
*** New Romulus ***
"Yes, I heard about the incident there - that had Tal Shiar written all over it," Obisek chuckled. "And the Romulan Republic is always looking for upgrades in Tech. Tal Shiar of today are weakened, but not gone, sadly." He looked at a wrist watch, then frowned. "Hnh... that's strange."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Not really," Kyle said. "It's a preserve reserved for the feral dragons among Dragon'taan. Been that way since Dragon'taan's founding."
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
K'Tath moved out of the sandcrawler and signaled for the Striker to come pick them up - which, it did, and K'Tath immediately went to the bridge.
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*** First Impressions, Deep Space ***
"Says you." Rex replied
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Coruscant ***
"What are your plans now?" Spyra asked.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"But I am a dragon..." Kanan pointed out.
*** Dragon'taan spaceport ***
KAylr stepped out of the space port and began to look around for a map. "This place is so popular you'd think they'd have a map." The Mandalorian she-wolf grumbled.
*** Eternal Fleet Battlecruiser Site, Tatooine ***
As soon as Cobalt was on board, she got straight to work on the droids she'd bought, hoping they'd help her or give her less work around the ship, the astromech droid could help with repairs and some other duties around the ship, while the smaller droid could accompany her and assist in hacking or other duties.
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*Tatooine*
The clerk replied, "Just one moment, I'll refresh the list... Ah! Only few really big fish. Is it just me, or are you doing such a diligent job?" Fayam chuckled. "You could say I'm keeping tabs on the criminal circuits."
*New Romulus*
Johnny listened with a half ear, and when Obisek stopped, he asked, "What's strange?" Obisek did not get any time to answer, since Anita entered with a slamming door. She looked at Zealo. "Zealo, here! I need you!" Zealo was shocked silly. He glanced at Obisek, then back at Anita. He excused, "Uh, sorry, admiral. Clearly my captain is looking for me." Johnny frowned. "Is something the matter, captain?" Anita said hastily, "Koman has vanished. I need to track him down, ASAP!" Johnny knew things had turned sour, so he said, "Wait, I'll come along. Even if it's only to keep an eye on the ship."
*Reach*
Havoc said, "Thank you." Then, he commanded, "Set course to Cardassia Prime at once!" The ship set itself in motion and was gone in minutes.
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*** Kar'Fi Carrier Great Fox II, Peragus III Orbit ***
The moment Fox said about Normandy, the Turian has realized that's he forgot about the Arwings. Such a silly mistake! Without those ships, the success of complex operations is in doubt now. But of course, there was no sense to return on Corneria. It would take a lot of time, and chances are, the Star Fox team will reveal their presence to Tal Shiar. So considering the sizes of Peragus' docks, the choice was quite evident as the Kar'Fi won't merely fit there. It was like a flying fortress. On the other hand, the station wasn't designed to host vessels bigger than small cargo ships. But after this mission completion, the team should get back after the Arwings.
"We proceed further with Normandy. Jan, turn on maximum board security while we'll be inside the station. Let's get it done, fellas.". Fel claimed, heading to the hangar bay. Upon entering his ship, he decided to handle the docking by himself and took a piloting seat. Then he continued with a typical powering-on procedure, and soon the Turian began the landing. Hoping no one will shot in them, Dranghyr asked the team. "I hope your nervous system is as tough as the Arwings. A scrambled lifeform scan is a bad token. Get ready once we land!"
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Coruscant ***
"A long time ago was a Sith Sorcerer named Knull, who was a close friend of Darth Sidious. He was in search of an ultimate weapon against Jedi, and Sidious dedicated this task to his then-pupil Knull. In search of answers, he drifted beyond all the galaxies. He was discovered by us and banished on a planet all we know as Klyntar. There Knull found a matter called All-Black and created the first symbiote. Of course, there is much more I can tell you about Knull. But here is a thing you all should be aware of. This holocron is a key to unlift the field that surrounds the planet, so keep it carefully. Klyntar shouldn't get released; otherwise, a new threat for Jedi would appear. Those creatures are immune to the Force mind-tricks because of their origin, and it's impossible to detect their presence inside someone. End of the message.". A hologram of Obi-Wan appeared, should Viktor succeed with the holocron opening. It has surprised Ori because she knows who Kenobi is, and seeing him on this record means that Klyntar is something way different than she imagined. That made the she-warframer unspoken for a while as she couldn't believe what has just was revealed. "That's changes a lot of things. I can tell you more if you want, my dear Viktor."
*** Dragon'taan spaceport ***
"Anything else?". Wincor asked the she-wolf, enjoying the view of Dragon'taan spaceport. He would like to stay here if not family matters. Jobs, the nature of the planet and its people is worth living here. That planet impresses even guys like Nixdorf.
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen grew tired of waiting around for Kyle to finish. Whatever was being discussed, he didn't understood much of it, and there was food waiting for him. As the feral decided not to wait for the fox anymore, Michen passed him and tried to figure out where dinner would be served by following the smell coming out of the kitchen.
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*Coruscant*
The Mongdrigan’s appointed leader, Xander Buckman, watched the recordings with growing concern. “O-On Mongdrigo, there are no creatures that can mimic another. I-I concede that master Anakin Skywalker may not be the murderer. But, mine are simple folk. They will not accept this. I fear actions may be in place. I’m sorry.”
The assassin scrambled behind a sign, hidden within a shadowy nook. His rifle, a modified Mongdrigan Army standard, sat pointed towards the Senate Building. A picture of Anakin, taped to the scope’s dust cover, gave him a clear depiction of his target. He could see the crowd around the building, the young Skywalker meeting with Xander. Unwitting bait and baiter.
Then he saw Anakin.
The ex-Sith Lord strode our from a sort of luxury speeder, headed for Luke and Xander. “Son,” he called. “What business have you with these...people?” His speech was stilted, a facsimile of Anakin’s speech patterns. He gripped Luke’s shoulder, his flesh-and-blood limb was cold. Artificial. Anakin whispered quietly to Luke.
“You do not understand. I am trying to save this planet.”
*First Impressions*
Another static buzz filled the ship briefly. Coll sighed. “Another five to go. We should be there by tomorrow. Provided there are no more incidents.”
Coll glanced at Ahsoka briefly before addressing Rex. “Honored Guest, I hope I don’t offend, but your armor bears similar markings our scientists found in the cave Lady Ahsoka and Lord Malgus explored.” He glanced again at Ahsoka. “Did you serve with that metal beast?”
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*** Coruscant ***
Luke sensed something horribly off with Anakin. This didn't feel like him. Not his touch, certainly not his presence in the Force. "You're not Anakin Skywalker. My father would not have brazenly risked coming into the open against my wishes after that talk we had." Luke's hand immediately went to his lightsaber and he put himself between this imposter and Xander.
Meanwhile, the Assassin would hear a guttural croak that sounded like a woodpecker in the forest behind him, followed by a very distinct sound of dual blades unsheathing from a gauntlet.
*** First Impressions ***
"I don't think so - Rex here served with the Army of the Republic, during the Clone Wars. The metal beast Malgus and I found was of Separatist Origin. So you could say Rex fought against them," Ahsoka explained. "It's... a long story."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
The food was kept on the counter, and easily within Michen's reach.
"Feral dragons, Kanan, not Anthro," Kyle told Kanan. "That preserve is their hunting ground."
Maria came in to the dining area next, with her young son in her arms, putting him in a hi-chair.
*** Tatooine ***
Fayam would find a Needle Rifle pressed into his back, and a Kig-Yar voice saying, "You move, you die!" Behind Fayam were a fire team of Kig-Yar Pirates.
*** Starship Stryker, Tatooine Orbit ***
While Cobalt went about getting her tasks done, K'Tath piloted the Stryker to a safe haven so they could plan their next move. "Talk to me, Cobalt," he called out to her, "What was in the data? Anything saying where the Eternal Fleet is?"
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Coruscant ***
"We can discuss that after we get this situation under control," Viktor said, plugging the black box he found in his father's quarters at the Jedi Temple into his ship's hologram computer console. There was a brief pause before the console went blank, then went active, and displayed a hologram of a wolf very much like Viktor over the box, in lifelike size. In fact, if Ori or Spyra looked between Viktor and the Hologram, they'd definitely see Viktor was a spitting image of this wolf. There was a pause before the wolf spoke:
"Viktor... if you are hearing this, then my efforts have not been wasted. I hid this device in the hopes that you would track it down and find it. It was important to me that my message lived beyond my death. Obviously, you already know I am dead. You have my Lightsabers, you have my power in the Force. I know you have many questions. I can't imagine what you must think of me. You grew up without me. I had thought I would get more time, but unfortunately..." a laser blast sounded in the background. "... I waited too long. When I left you and your mother to my Jedi career, I faced some bitter truths. I knew if I had stayed, Aldukaal would have found you, and my legacy will have been ended there and then. I could not let that happen. I hope you'll understand, but I know you might be angry. But as I foresaw, you would find this box, and finish what I started. Sadly, I will not live to see this through, hence this message. You must do what I could not, my son. Aldukaal must be stopped. He is a creature that does not belong in this galaxy, and left unchecked, he will consume everything. Everything and everyone. But there is a way to cut him off from his power - I left the secret in the last place Aldukaal would think to look. If your mother was true to her word, you will know where that is. She will have told stories of the place from her own experience." In an unexpected move, the wolf turned his head to look directly at Ori. "And lastly... in my visions and dreams, I saw you there, Ori. I know how important you are to my son... and I saw truly wonderful things in your future with him. So I ask you... take care of my boy. Never let him feel alone. And above all, no matter what, always remember what you two share. If the visions are right... you and yours will be a proud family. Proud... and powerful." the wolf's head shifted back to Viktor. "Now, Viktor... once you have your secret, there is only one place you can lure Aldukaal. It was a place I intended to duel him long ago - it is an abandoned, but still functional, space station, in Wild Space. Gorinth Station. I have rigged the station to emit a pulse that would keep Aldukaal there. The rest... falls to you. I have also developed an AI that will help you in your endeavors - by the time this message finishes, it will have already been loaded on to your ship's computers. Good luck, my son... and may the Force be with you."
After that long-winded message, the father looked to Ori, nodded to her with a smile, and vanished. Then, the AI's voice made itself known, in the voice of Viktor's father: "Commander Horgus, this is Ulrich Horgus... ready for duty."
"Ulrich Horgus..." Viktor chuckled. "... Mom always did say you can be a bit of an egotist, sometimes, dad."
"I must inform you, sir, that while I carry the voice and name of your father, I am not him," the AI said.
"Either way... welcome aboard," Viktor said. He then looked to Spyra and Ori. "Hope neither of you have anything against Nar Shaddaa."
(Anna, I'll get to the spots on New Romulus and Cardassia soon as you get there.)
*** Kar'Fi Carrier Great Fox II, Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
"The scrambled sensor readings isn't that surprising - the metal content of those asteroids, not to mention their valuable resources, make sensor readings unreliable," Slippy said as the team followed Fel to the Normandy.
"Either way, Slip, something caused a loss of communication here," Fox stated. He looked to Fel. "But you needn't worry about our nerves - this isn't the first Op we've ever been on, you know."
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*Tatooine*
Fayam froze in shock. The voice sounded weirdly familiar, though. But where...? Of course! He remembered hearing it while crossing a pirate ship. Those would have all the reason to attack him. Especially if there was money in it for them. Staying perfectly still, he asked with a frown, "So, how may I help you?"
*New Romulus*
Anita brought the two crew members back to the ship they flew to Torgus Prime. There, she took out one of Koman's pet projects and said, "Zealo, do your thing. Go find!" Zealo didn't like being treated as a dog, but he understood the weight of the situation. As such, he picked up Koman's scent from the project before hunting him down like a bloodhound. Anita and Johnny went after him as he raced across the spaceport on all fours, his nose close to the ground. They passed by Faith, and while the trail led inside, another continued away from the ship.
*Cardassia Prime*
The Warbringer arrived at Cardassia Prime not much later. They established contact, and by now Havoc had cooled down again. He asked, "Havoc Jumbojet to Cardassia Prime! I am from the Gaian Army Coalition, chasing the Obsidian Order on behalf of one of our allies. I have been told it used to be one of your factions, so we came here to get a lead on them."
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*** Coruscant ***
Luke would soon sense another presence "Nor would I..." said the voice of Darth Vader, breathing and all as the figure seemed to appear from nowhere out of the crowd walking up to Luke, the glare of 'his' helmet seemed to be on the Anakin near Luke, seeming to totally ignore Xander, the dark figure reached for his light saber, a red blade reaching up from the hilt as it activated humming with the energy of a lightsaber. "You know nothing of being me." Vader said to the Anakin nearby.
*** First Impressions ***
"Lady Ashoka is right, I probably faced down at least a dozen of those monsters." Rex replied.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"So then how come Drake is allowed there?" Kanan asked.
*** Starship Stryker, Tatooine Orbit ***
"looks like whatever this 'Fleet' is you keep talking about is heading somewhere in the outer rim, by it's course I can plot it's path." Cobalt said bringing the starmap up along with the projected path..
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Coruscant ***
"Like I have a choice?" Spyra asked, looking at the AI, pausing for a moment. "As long as you don't mind me getting into a little 'trouble' with the local thugs." She added.
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*Coruscant*
The assassin, startled by the noise, unconsciously pulled the trigger.
A dull bark followed a tongue of flame, as the slug streaked across the airway. The round, truly shot but from an unstable aim, struck the stonework behind the imposter Anakin, sending pointed chips of masonry flying into the group. A shard sliced a neat little cut into the imposter’s cheek, a luminous blue liquid bled from the injury. ‘Anakin’ ducked back, drawing upon his saber. The blade lashed up, a stark blue to Vader’s red. “Assassin,” he cried. “The Mongdrigans tried to kill me!”
-Mongdrigan Sector-
The Mongdrigan extremists quickly forced the Guard away, again through threats and shows of force. But, confusion wound it’s way through the populace. Now there were two Anakins? The extremists lost stability to be sure, but they remained defensive.
*Mongdrigo*
“Cassardians, Lord?” Beghara looked confused. “We’ve never heard of them. Should we list them as enemies, sir?”
*First Impressions*
“Interesting,” Coll awed, bringing his arms onto the table. “It’s...old tech? We don’t have anything like that. Or, we didn’t. Automation’s for manufacturing and supply movement. And lasers aren’t an effective weapon.”
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*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Coruscant ***
Ori was calm even when Viktor's father told about her importance for Uldrich's son. She was glad that's her life makes so much sense for Viktor. However, the she-warframer decided not to comment on Uldrich's speech as there was nothing to add. Only when her beloved wolf asked about Nar Shaddaa, Ori has cast her voice. Aside from rumors, she didn't hear anything about the planet and never had the purpose of visiting one. Somehow her activity didn't cross with that planet, but the upcoming event is a good one. The galaxy-skinned was aware of how vast Shaddaa's markets are, and so Ori wanted to visit them on her own.
"Fine with me. Maybe I can buy some souvenirs down there.". Ori claimed, leaning against a wall.
*** Kar'Fi Carrier Great Fox II, Peragus III Asteroid Field -> Peragus III Asteroid Field ***
Fel managed to dock his ship safely and exit from Normandy with the team afterward. Before they did so, Fel turned on cloaking mode and exited first. The only thing that he faced with first is broadcasting a welcome message. Even though there was evidence of crew station activity, none of them were in docks. Not even a single ship. Moreso, Fel's transmitter doesn't pick any radio broadcastings. But all in all, the room looked safe. Hence, the DMC operative showed the team with a gesture to follow him.
"I suppose asking if anyone at home is useless. Stay vigilant, fellas.". Dranghyr said, leery watching around. Despite his vast military experience, he's like a cat on hot bricks on missions like this. But the first challenge they encountered has lowered such a tense state. That was a locked door. Because there was no one from the station crew who can open from inside, Dranghyr has used his datapad to hijack the console. Luckily, local security mechanics weren't too complicated, and hacking the door was an easy task. What was in the next room has become yet another issue where the Star Fox team needs to cooperate together. It was a typical room with a damaged elevator and stuff all over the floor, but no dead people or signs of fights.
"It seems like people were packing in a hurry. Slip, inspect the elevator, and try to bring him back online. I'll examine the security console meanwhile to see what has caused such a mess. Falco, Fox, watch our backs.". The Turian said, approaching the console. The operation started with no accidents, that's a good sign. If only Dranghyr could know what a nightmare awaits the team.
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
“Then let’s get to it. We should get weapons and a plan together so we can be alert for when it’s time to set forth an attack.” Damien said as he looked over at Silrus and Grey. He was a bit on edge, all of this happening at one time had been boggling his mind. He was in an environment he was of no use to and had to act quickly to make sure he could get his brother back in one piece.
***Yout’ja Warship, Nephira Orbit***
Katin looked over at the dark hooded man. That sense of dread still surrounded him like an aura. Katin was hesitant in disclosing any information that wasn’t necessary in case it would become untoward for his allies back on the other ship.
“I may have some acquaintances that can be of assistance. After all it was my planet these heathens came down upon. I’ll take any help I can get until we can get a ship space ready.” Katin looked over to the hunter and gave a more somber smile. “I promise that I was not concealing this, but at the time being I’m going to keep their names to my secrecy in case they require to be anonymous.”
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~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Being in the dining room, Michen looked around to see who was present. Not that he would recognise many faces here. He was just hoping to at least see the force-fox that brought him to this mansion.
Despite the food being left on the counter, Michen didn't attempt to make a move towards it. The thought did cross his mind, but it would be far more polite to wait until someone came to give some food to him. Or at the very least, put a plate (or something) with the food in front of him.
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|X-Galaxy, Edo's ship|
"Umm...." I stop to think about what my answer should be, tilting my head. "Well,, to be honest... I forgot. I Really don't know what I thought when I said that. Doesn't matter though." I then rested my head on his shoulder, and after an excessive amount of time, I got up, fixing the fur under my left cheekbone. Such a shame my head looks weird when I cuddle. "Now.... What shall we do? Do you have any form of space TV or something like that?" I joked and then went over to my backpack, unzipped it and took out a small book. "Let's try to write a short story! That is intellectual and recreative!" I also handed him a simple pen and the journal. It had sharp edges and somewhat old fashioned paper. But my smile that was following the book was warm and sincere, so hopefully that helped q little bit with everything. "Or we could do something else, given you have an idea"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
As it was, a hand did set a plate of food before Michen - but the hand belonged to the "force-fox" - Mathayus - that brought him here. "I imagine you're hungry," he commented to Michen.
"I'm not," Drake growled. "I never go there."
"You sure it was Drake you saw there?" Kyle asked Kanan.
***Yaut’ja Warship, Nephira Orbit***
"I see," Scourge said. "Well, if they can help, we would make use of them. We can't contact them directly, now, though - we are close to the enemy lines. I trust they have a plan, as well?"
*** Starship Stryker, Tatooine Orbit ***
"Good - let's get on it before someone else takes a swipe at us," K'Tath said to Cobalt.
*** First Impressions ***
"At this point, CIS Droids would be outdated tech, wouldn't they?" Ahsoka commented. "But some factions still use them. Cheaper to acquire, you understand."
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Coruscant ***
"I wouldn't recommend it," Viktor sighed. "For one thing, Nar Shaddaa doesn't have any souvenirs other than despair and urban decay; I wouldn't want to live there, and I doubt anyone does by choice. Pure anarchy there. As for the Thugs - we don't need any added trouble right now. I just hope mother's apartment there remains unfound and untouched. She always did say it was hard to get to."
*** Peragus III Asteroid Mining Station ***
Slippy examined the elevator, and tinkered with it while Fox and Falco took up defensive positions. Farah looked around the room, keeping her rifle leveled. "What the hell happened here?" She muttered. "This place... it's like a ghost ship. Station. I keep expecting some sort of comm signal, but this place... it's too quiet. You could hear a pin drop in here."
"That's what we're here to find out," Fox said. "Slip, any luck on the lift?"
"Almost got it," Slippy announced.
*** Coruscant ***
"You can drop the act, imposter," Luke said, activating his own lightsaber. He cast a glance to the other Vader. "Both of you." Luke's attention returned to the imposter Anakin. "Wipe yourself off, assassin - you're bleeding. And my father doesn't have blue blood."
At the assassin's high perch, the assassin would face an enemy nearly invisible, looking like nothing but a ghostly shimmer. That changed when the creature de-cloaked to reveal what the assassin might consider a Alien hunter (https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/08/Prime-1-Predator-Big-Game-Hunter-037-928x483.jpg). Wrist blades extended with a loud SCHWIIING!!! The alien roared, before trying to send those blades into the assassin's gut.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Not all of them," Jacqueline said.
"No?" Malgus asked.
"No - the Cardassians of the Cardassian Detapa Council are good people - they were the ones who sent me here when I discovered the Obsidian Order's intent. It's the Cardassians of the Obsidian Order you need to worry about; the Detapa Council seems to be of the belief they intend to enslave whoever is here," Jacqueline responded.
"I can assure you, they'd have a tough time of it," Malgus told her.
"Even so, they're gonna try," Jacqueline sighed. "They're thick-headed like that."
*** Cardassia Prime ***
The response was almost immediate: "Mister Havoc, this is Councilor Damar of the Detapa Council - the Obsidian Order used to be the Cardassian Intelligence and Clandestine Operations branch, back when we were the Cardassian Union before and during the Dominion War. It's... interesting you're chasing them. Others are, too. What's your beef with them?"
*** Tatooine ***
"You're wanted by the Sith Covenant!" the Kig-Yar leader said. "You're coming with us!"
"You really are bold, attempting that here," said a female voice from one corner. Almost immediately after, a Mandalorian Leopard appears on the Kig-Yar group's left flank, pointing a heavily-modified EE3 Carbine at them. "Did you really think you'd pull this off?" One of the Kig-Yar turned to point his Needler at her, and was immediately blasted. He dropped before he could even fully turn. "Need a hand, mister Fayam?" she asked.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Then where did whoever drag in this live kill from?" Kanan asked "I have no idea we were talking about some live kill and then it went on from there." Kanan replied, putting his hands onto his face, now confused.
*** Starship Stryker, Tatooine Orbit ***
"That'd be your thing..." Cobalt replied working on the droids she had brought along.
*** First Impressions ***
"Outdated but functional and Deadly against the right foe, say you mongdrigians" Rex pointed out. "Which would explain why such a thing is here, but question is who would purchase and use such a thing?"
*** Coruscant ***
"I was trying to avoid an incident." The fake Vader said his form changing to that of a White vixen a little shorter than Vader. "I apologize for the deception, but the blue blooded indivual here appears to be causing a ruckus among the purple raccoons." Amber added, thinking Luke had it under control ,but just in case she kept her eye on the blue blooded anakin imposter.
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Coruscant ***
"What is it you'd think to find there?" Spyra asked.
*** Dragon'taan, Tigress Armory ***
It had taken some time, but Kaylr had convinced Tigress Arcnon to fashion her a new set of armor using mandalorian Iron and the techniques she would teach the large tiger, along with a small payment... Walking into the smelting room with the large tiger the grey mandalorian she-wolf and began working...
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*Tatooine*
Fayam looked at the woman. All he needed to say was, "Please." He was slightly suspicious, but any help was welcome right now.
*New Romulus*
Zealo raced away from the spaceport, but stopped suddenly. He sniffed carefully, but there was no trail. He stood up and shook his mind. "Sorry captain... the trail stops here. Koman must've entered a vehicle of some sort." Johnny peered carefully at the ground. "Hm... No marks. Either this vehicle had no wheels, or it left carefully." Anita scratched her chin. "But he didn't take his own motorcycle. It's still in Faith."
*Cardassia Prime*
Havoc answered, "They crossed our ally, and now we want revenge. Unfortunately, they prove rather elusive. Therefore, our search is twofold.
One: We have heard someone by the name of Jaqueline Knight is chasing them. She is hard to find also, but if we find her, we can cooperate. This may prove advantageous to both her and us. Two: We are looking for any lead on the Order's current whereabouts. It would not surprise me if they used spaceships as mobile base, making it harder to track them."
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|X-Galaxy, Edo's ship|
Whatever Edo wanted to do, his actions were gently interrupted by Foderis. The guy did not use for such interaction with him, and like the event when they traveled to the secret hangar, Drex couldn't able to move. He was enjoying the folf's proximity and his kindness being unwanted to stop it. Even a single thought that Foderis can get injured or killed during Edo's mission makes the captain of the freighter fearful. He has lost his best friend once and doesn't want the same with the folf. The man barely managed not to turn his ship back to another, way better galaxy. Because Edo's world is cruel and doesn't understand feelings like the ones come from the purple hybrid. It's like Space - no one would hear your scream, pain, and agony because Space is designed to be as such.
"Write a story? I can tell you a dozen stories if you want. Maybe when we get settle somewhere far away from any war or conflicts, I can write a book. And, hopefully, a good one. There I'd write down anything that happened with me. Because as for now, all my experience is right here.". Edo said, tapping his head with his index finger. But since there was a giant window next to where the couple was relaxing, the next thing the skipper encountered made him cringe and stand up. After approaching the window closer, Edo sees a lot of space station debris and wrecked vessels. Apparently, the Xenon has reached this part of the X-Galaxy, and that's a bad sign. His thoughts were confirmed when he got an alarm from the bridge to where he rushed immediately. That was a battle alert.
"Fod, go to the drone console, and be ready to receive orders. The console is behind that door. Someone wants us to kill, and we have to deal with him. I think I know who they're.". Edo said before running to the bridge.
*** Peragus III Asteroid Mining Station ***
"Guys, where is Peppy?". The Turian asked before going to the console. The grey alien didn't see the hare on both ships and was curious where the rodent could be. Has he stayed on Corneria, or the team has left him accidentally? Anyhow, what the Turian spotted behind a door with the security console made him like a cat on hot bricks and forced to focus on his actual task. There was blood spattered over the floor and a lot. That forced the DMC operative to switch his exosuit mode to maximum defense mode and raise his shock rifle. Luckily, there were no more surprises, and Fel has reached the terminal. Interacting with the console with his nimble talons has revealed the station condition - most of the station parts were severely damaged. What have they encountered? Unfortunately, the console didn't have any other intel regarding this event.
"Transport systems at this station are offline. All of them. What the-?". Dranghyr asked before the illumination went off, making two rooms completely dark with yellow emergency lights on and sounds. That was following the console message 'Quarantine', which means automatic quarantine has tripped on the filtration systems. Almost immediately, a creepy, freaky, but thin and tall creature with blades instead of hands (and more nasty details) jumped off from the ceiling and appeared right behind Falco. Later on, they will know them as Necromorphs.
The creature didn't seem to be friendly, and Fel shot from his rifle through the glass. That didn't work as the glass was bullet-and-plasma proof, making the rest of them to deal with the foe for a couple of seconds on their own. Waiting no more, Fel rushed into the room with the team and, with a precise shot in the head, throw off the abomination in the far corner (because of the sheer kinetical power of Fel's rifle). And when the Star Fox team would assume, that the creature is dead, the necromoprh has stood as nothing has happened and rushed to the first closest victim who appears to be Slippy. And so the first firefight has started.
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Coruscant ***
"What does appear as a trinket for one, might be a treasure for another. I'm just saying.". Ori said, commenting Viktor's statement that there is no souvenirs on Nar Shaddaa. If only he could know how Ori gets hungry when it comes to artifacts. And the she-warframer was confident, there will be some on the planet.
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*Coruscant*
Sheer panic and dumb luck momentarily saved the would-be assassin. He turned as the creature swung, catching the wrist blade full with his rifle, sending severed barrel and scope clattering to the floor. But, without missing a beat, the assassin, regrettably, drew a handgun and prepared to fire.
The imposter shook his head. “My...true form is,” he wiped his cheek and paused a moment. “Undesirable. Though you may keep a level head, the others will not. I will surrender, however, my intentions.” Straightening up, he cleared his throat and continued.
“These creatures,” he started with a wave at the scattering Mongdrigans. As he spoke, his voice slowly contorted from Anakin’s to a modulated, inhuman drone. “Are a highly invasive species. A sigma-class infestation, capable of stripping most planets of resource in a matter of years. My...superiors, deigned it necessary to poison their planet, to quell their population. I’m surprised that, given diplomatic relations, your government has not been contacted by the Sangheili. They seemed unfortunately attached to their little infestation.”
*First Impressions, Deep Space*
Coll shrugged. “There aren’t any mercenary groups that I know of. Though, Great Leader had a lot of documents destroyed during Lord Malgus’s insurrection.” He shrugged. “Perhaps their original owners scampered farther out than your intelligence divisions knew?” Coll offered a good natured smirk at Rex.
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*** Coruscant ***
"Their fate on Coruscant is our call, not yours," Luke said. "And impersonating my father for this crime is a grievous offense. We will not let you poison his good name any longer."
The Hunter reached out with his other hand in an attempt to seize the assassin by his throat. His reach was swift, almost like a flash.
*** First Impressions, Deep Space ***
"Could be - there were a lot of splinter factions of the CIS that survived the Clone War," Ahsoka responded. "Wonder how one of them got way the hell out here...?"
*** Peragus III Asteroid Mining Station ***
Slippy immediately dodged, rolled, and came to his feet next to Farah. "What the hell is that?!" he screamed.
"Open fire!" Fox shouted. He, Farah, and Falco fired on the creature with automatic disruptors.
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Coruscant ***
"If you say so, dear," Viktor told Ori. Looking to Spyra, he added, "And as for what I'm looking for on Nar Shaddaa - I don't know, exactly. A strong box, maybe - or a holocron. All I know is it'll be kept in my mother's old apartment in the Duros Sector."
*** Tatooine ***
Three separate laser blasts rang out, followed by three thumps as bodies hit the floor. "You can put your hands down, now," the female voice told Fayam. "I'm surprised you didn't notice - Sith Covenant has wanted your head for some time - something about how you killed their Prophet Hierarchs back in their days as the Covenant Remnant. Now they have the credits to put a big bounty on your head. Way I hear it, even the Obsidian Order and the Tal Shiar are looking to collect."
*** Cardassia Prime ***
"We sent Commander Knight to the Mongdrigan system to repel an Obsidian Order attack there - which presents a unique opportunity for you; we recently learned that the Obsidian Order established a base in the Badlands, not too far from here. With the bulk of their fleet away attacking the Mongdrigans, their base has a significantly weakened garrison," Damar explained. "You wanna nail them, great - go nuts. All we ask is that you capture as many of their vessels as you can. Capture - do not destroy. We can use those vessels to supplement our current fleet. Sound good?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Just drop it and eat, baby," Kira chuckled, patting her boyfriend's arm.
*** Starship Stryker, Leaving Tatooine Orbit ***
K'Tath had already input the coordinates to the fleet and the ship went to Transwarp moments later. K'Tath sat back in his seat. It was almost over. The Eternal Katana Fleet was soon to be his, then...
... the Rite of Vengeance. He would decimate those that took away his dragon form, then he would make good on a promise he made to people that rescued him. Then, maybe... he would find peace.
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*** Coruscant ***
Amber stood there ready to assist luke if he needed it.
*** First Impressions, Deep Space ***
"It's possible," Rex began "A lone Geonisian started a small army just as the empire came around and vader had his own personal army of Bx droids." he finsihed.
** Warship Draconis Furiam, Coruscant ***
"Then what do you need me to do?" Spyra asked.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm still new here, honey..." Kanan replied moving to Kira trying to kiss her on her muzzle.
*** Starship Stryker, Leaving Tatooine Orbit ***
Cobalt sat there quiet, in deep thought 'what would happen to me when he's done?' she thought 'what was i born for?' questions swirled around in her head.
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*** Peragus III Asteroid Mining Station ***
Slippy's roll has impressed Fel as the Turian always thought that the toad is a little out of shape. The grey alien couldn't imagine that a person with constitute similar to him can be so agile. But that didn't help much. Even being shot in the head, the abomination was about to continue its attempts to kill Slippy. However, disruptors happened to be a right tool against the Necromorph as breaking molecular connections has caused the abomination to cringe and produce sounds of agony (or what appears to be). Four shots, made by each of the SF team (aside from Fel), have removed most of the monster's limbs and forced its to crawl like a worm. But before the team was able to finish its brutal kill, one more monster has appeared with the same ugly appearance. Luckily, Dranghyr could able to spot another elevator in a small corridor away from the console. That was their way to fall back.
"To the elevator now. I'll cover you.". The Turian commanded, pointing to the cargo elevator with his talon. The DMC operative entered the corridor latest, shooting in the chasing Necromorph with his shock rifle. The projectile made by the Fel's weapon has pushed the monster away, granting additional time to the squad. That was enough to reach the elevator safely and start it to move down. "Everybody is okay? No injures? But at least we know what happened with the station's personnel."
Upon reaching the lower floor, a room with a lot of pipes and a dead hyena next to a terminal appeared. What has immediately alerted is the sounds of a fight behind a door that leads to the tram control room. The door was locked, and there only way to get behind it was to break a malfunctioned door console. That's what the Turian did. What's was waiting on another end was another nasty surprise - a Necromorph mercilessly killing what looks like a cheetah. But deal with the hostile creature wasn't Fel opportunity. Farah or Fox was closest to the door, hence have had all chances to hit the monster.
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Coruscant ***
"Same question. On the other hand, is Ulrich a Cephalon by any chance?". Ori asked. She remembered that Cephalons are named with the name of the one from whom the AI created. If that's so, Ulrich is not just an advance AI, but his neural connections and memory are from Victor's father. That would lead to some interesting twists.
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*Tatooine*
Fayam crossed his arms. "I'm not surprised. The Obsidian Order has crossed me already, but I got off lucky. I suppose all the bad guys are after me, then. But, I'll show them who's boss... I'll off them single-handedly if I have to." There was a clear tone of pride in his voice, and his expression practically screamed self-glorification.
*Cardassia Prime*
Havoc did not hesitate a moment. He replied, "The Gaians are on it. I'll call my forces and we'll give them a run for their money. Do the Mongdrigans need backup?" The crew added, "We already sent the signal- a good amount of battleships are headed this way. They'll leave one Carrier-class ship half empty to transport any captured ships."
*New Romulus*
Johnny scratched his chin as he added, "True. Besides, this is a paved surface. Even if there were tracks, we'd lose them soon enough." Zealo thought about it and said, "Koman has got his communicator, right?" Anita nodded. "Yes, but I don't dare call him. We might get in more trouble than we're bargaining for." While she was speaking, her communicator gave a signal. Surprised, she picked it up and a mysterious voice came through. "Listen, Cap. If you want your little friend here back alive, you'll do exactly as we say." In the background, Koman's muffled voice could be heard. Zealo said dryly, "So... How much are you bargaining for, again?"
*Gaia*
Immediately upon receiving the signal, the GAC sprung into action. They launched a Carrier half-full of GaiaKnights, 5 BattleEagles, 2 Warbringers and an Overlord.
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(*Grabs Defibrillator* LIIIVE LIIIVE!!!)
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
All of a sudden a knock came to the door of the manor outside a blue and white dragoness stood, wearing what looked like a tribal robe with a low collar, the dragoness eyes changed from yellow to a cyan blue as she waited there a picture of a familiar white fox in her hand.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna frowned, and headed for the door. "Who could that be?" she mused aloud. She answered the door, and looked at the dragoness. "Yes? Can I help you?"
Kira just giggled, then closed the distance between her muzzle and Kanan's to kiss him.
*** Tatooine ***
"I'm sure you believe that," the Leopard said. "But the Obsidian Order is hard enough to hunt... and you better hope the Tal Shiar don't sic their Hirogen Hunters on you. Those guys are a pain. Anyway, name's Anne Reznov."
*** Cardassia Prime ***
"The Mongdrigans already have a 'redeemed' Sith Lord and Commander Knight there to back them up, both of whom have fleets of their own," Damar told Havoc. "If anything, the Obsidian Order and their ships in the Badlands pose the more immediate threat. Oh, and watch out for Rogue Jem'Hadar ships - recent intel suggests the Obsidian Order roped a group of them into their schemes."
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Leaving Coruscant ***
"As a matter of fact, I am," Ulrich responded. "Why do you ask?"
"Helm, set course for Nar Shaddaa - maximum Transwarp velocity," Viktor commanded. The Draconis Furiam maneuvered through the orbital traffic, and them went to Transwarp. "We should be at Nar Shaddaa in a couple hours' time," Viktor said, before he looked to Ori. "And I don't know if you've ever been to Nar Shaddaa, but it's a rough place. Makes Tattooine look better by comparison." His attention then shifted to Spyra. "And you... you're gonna be helping us search for whatever mother and father left me in mother's apartment - but keep your eyes open. I don't want the worst of Nar Shaddaa's thugs sneaking up on us.
*** Starship Stryker, Unspecified Location ***
The Stryker dropped out of Transwarp to a massive fleet seemingly in a battle graveyard. The fleet was massive - Eternal Fleet Battlecruisers were most prominent, along with numerous Dreadnought-class Heavy Cruisers bearing the mark of the Katana Fleet in addition to the mark of the Eternal Fleet. Accompanying them were a collection of UNSC, Covenant, Sangheili, Starfleet, Klingon, Romulan, Reman, Jem'Hadar, Cardassian, Imperial, Rebel, Republic and CIS warships, scavenged from battle graveyards across the universe. At the center of this massive fleet was a seriously-upgraded, scaled-up Allegiance-class Battlecruiser (http://fractalsponge.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/asd77.jpg) that bore marks identifying the vessel as the Command ship. "Amazing..." K'Tath whispered. "I've never seen a fleet this big. Cobalt, you seeing this?"
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
'mmm." Kanan cooed in content.
The blue dragoness (https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/336968846026080258/687049680118480920/poster-20-03-10_17-28-48.png), blinked her blue eyes"Hello? Kira? I'm looking for an Amie Ahkrin'kaal, she's my uhh younger step-sister and I came here after i found my home planet ravaged and my parents missing."
*** Starship Stryker, Unspecified Location ***
Though Cobalt saw it all, the thoughts from before, swirled around more in her head, she remained silent and just sat there blinking, something big was about to happen and it involved her.
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*Coruscant*
As the Hunter gripped the assassin’s throat, the assassin fired. The low-caliber round, jacketed in dense metal, streaked from the pistol and punched into the Hunter.
The imposter nodded. “I am fully aware of your protocol.” His tone, though obscured by his unnatural dead pan, seemed bored. “My superiors will negotiate the terms of my release.” He lifted his wrists, expecting shackles.
*Mongdrigo*
After a long bout of silence, Officer Begarha spoke. “M’lord, if this Obsidian Order is a threat, shall I prepare the army to mobilize? Though...our fleet is only about five or six ships strong. At least, those are the ones retrofitted with your ship’s shield generation units, m’lord.”
*First Impressions, Deep Space*
“From what I remember,” Coll started. “There were documents recovered after you, Lady Ahsoka, and Lord Malgus fought that monster in the wreck. They described a plan to circumvent a...blockade? Around Coruscant.”
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*** Warship Draconis Furiam, Leaving Coruscant ***
"Because in my experience named AIs are named after those who have passed their memories as AI's core. And as far as I know, only the Orokin, my race, was capable of digitizing consciousness of a living being with its personality. And here's my question - where sir Ulrich has acquired the knowledge of Cephalons? Was it Cephalon Simaris?". Ori asked with her voice like she was interrogating the AI, watching in the distance through a window. Perhaps, with the help of Ulrich, Ori can find other people of her race. And fingers crossed, Ori can gather intel on where other warframes are located and what's left from her native world. As for now, knowing that Ulrich is a Cephalon, the galaxy-skinned can fix him and improve, should Viktor ask or there will be a need. Because the AI's made by the Orokin are as advanced as fragile, hence needed proper maintenance. The sharp-eared is confident, that she wasn't alone from her kind.
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*Tatooine*
Fayam crossed his arms. "Likewise," he muttered, before continuing, "But I've been in more dangerous situations. I can hold my own, you know."
*New Romulus*
Anita ground her teeth. Her mechanic, kidnapped and held for ransom? This went too far. The voice continued, "Now then... I assume you know the deal: if you track the signal or send that petty president after us, you'll lose your precious crew member." Anita growled, "So, what do you want from me?" The voice replied, "You are to break all bonds between you and D'Tan. Also, you'll give us that big ship you're building." Anita's eyes went wide. "How do you...?" "How do you think I know? The security of your onboard computer is abominable, that's how. This will be a shock for you, so I'll call you again tomorrow around the same time. Ta-ta...!" A click ended the conversation.
*Cardassia Prime*
Havoc remained silent for a few seconds, lost in thought. "Hm... Rogues...? Those should not be too much of a threat. We are a military organisation, after all. Our ships are tougher than you may expect. Anyway, where exactly are these badlands located? I'll rally he troops in position right over their heads." As he was speaking, the troops approached at full speed.
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*** Tatooine ***
"Didn't say you couldn't," the Leopard said with a chuckle. "But I'd advise you keep your eyes in front, behind, and on the sky and the ground." She turned to leave. "Even a Mandalorian can't be everywhere at once."
*** Cadassia Prime ***
"Transmitting location now - good hunting," Damar responded. Not long after, he cut contact just after the data was sent.
*** Coruscant ***
The Hunter staggered momentarily, dropping the assassin. But the shot did not kill the hunter - rather, it pissed him off. The creature roared, and immediately, a shoulder-mounted weapon rose, active, and a laser sight from the hunter's mask projected three dots in a triangular formation on the assassin's chest, dead center.
*** Mongdrigo ***
Malgus shook his head. "No," he responded, "Since Commander Knight came here to engage the Obsidian Order, we will let her do what she came here to do." He fixed his eyes on Coll. "What we will do, however, is deploy the fleets to defend Mongdrigo from any Obsidian Order ships that get past her. Fire only on ships well clear of her fleet. Am I clear?"
*** First Impressions, Deep Space ***
"Blockade around Coruscant...?" Ahsoka said with a frown. "Could that be a reference to when the Confederacy attacked Coruscant and kidnapped Chancellor Palpatine...?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Anna frowned. "I'm... not Kira, but it's alright - it's a common mistake," she said. She turned her head and called out, "Kira, it's for you!" Kira came to the door and looked shocked. "Asara...? ASARA?!" she seemed overjoyed. "What are you doing here?! How did you find me?!" She ran to hug the blue Dragoness.
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, In-Transit to Nar Shaddaa ***
"Where my creator gained the knowledge of the Cephalons... is knowledge only he held. And he never told me," Ulrich responded.
"Helm, distance to Nar Shaddaa?" Viktor barked.
"Twenty minutes, present velocity," the droid at the helm responded.
"Twenty minutes," Viktor sighed. He slumped back in his chair. "Any of you hungry?"
*** Starship Stryker, Unspecified Location ***
K'Tath started for the Allegiance Battlecruiser, keeping note of the ships around him. None of them made any indication they wanted to stop him. It was almost as though they expected him and Cobalt. "Strange... it's like they knew we were coming," K'Tath commented. Sensors then picked up a number of ships incoming. "Uh-oh - we got incoming. Looks like--" K'Tath was cut off when several Sith Covenant ships dropped out of Slipspace. "--Oh great. They're here. How the hell did they find out where the fleet was?"
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*** First Impressions, Deep Space ***
"or the blockade around Naboo before the clone wars." Rex noted, having studied history since he'd been back in action.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Stroke of luck, I guess, but i need to speak with your sister, I found some....concerning information." Asara replied hugging Kira back "it's good to see you again, Kira."
*** Starship Stryker, Unspecified Location ***
Cobalt snapped back into reality "What? How the? How did they get here?" Cobalt asked. "great this isn't good." She grumbled.
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, In-Transit to Nar Shaddaa ***
"Not Really." Spyra replied.
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*** Warship Draconis Furiam, In-Transit to Nar Shaddaa ***
"Not me. But I wouldn't mind a drink.". Ori said almost lightly, still watching through a window. The fact that Ulrich seemed to possess no information about how's he was made has upset the Orokin for little. The only question is if Cephalon doesn't have information about the way it made or it didn't want to reveal. Cephalons are capable of feeling, and they make their decisions what feels right to them. So Cephalon Ulrich has the personality of its creator along with his mindset. And here comes another question - how Victor's father could make the AI, being alive at the same time? For Ori, it was something unreal. A secret she wanted to know. So she attempted to ask the Cephalon again. "You don't know or don't want to tell? I need it."
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***Yout’ja Warship, Nephira Orbit***
“Yes, there’s a plan in motion with my brother aboard another ship. I assume they will be making way towards enacting said plan at any moment now. So if you’d care to be of assistance, I’m sure our combined forces would be plenty enough for a successful assault.”
Katin turned to the hunter leader. He was very suspicious of the lord’s intent with this species, but knew he couldn’t leave his new friend’s company in dire straits.
“I’m ready to go at this Tal Shiar. I’ll lend you my blade and magics. Let's not waste anymore time.”
((Been dealing with new baby being born. I now have more time to reply~ ))
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*Tatooine*
Fayam looked at Anne as she left. Things got hairy for him, so much was sure. He wondered if and how long he should hide. Gaia would be a safe haven, after all. However... In an instant, an idea struck him. How about bringing the fight to his enemies instead? They probably wouldn't expect him to go on the assault instead. But, if they did, he would undoubtedly run right into a trap. He asked the bounty office, "Where are the Sith right now?"
*New Romulus*
Anita sood there for a few seconds, staring at her communicator. Then, she became angry. "The nerve of that guy...!" Zealo agreed. "Yeah! What's the big idea?" Johnny was annoyed, but remained level-headed. "I'm angry too... But, standing here won't help us. We need to get to Faith to regroup and think of a plan. We may need Temer's help on this." Anita nodded. "Of course. No way I'm just gonna agree with him."
*Cardassia Prime*
The troops arrived shortly after receiving the location. Havoc took command immediately. "Troops, formation beta-C. Follow our lead to the designated location!" The troops rearranged themselves like a oiled machine, and within minutes Havoc led the troops to the badlands.
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*Coruscant*
The assassin seized his moment. Once the Hunter staggered back, the assassin lunged forward, drawing a wickedly serrated knife, attempting to stick the Yaut’ja in the ribs.
Two enforcement officers, dispatched from the Senate Building, quickly apprehended the imposter. “General Skywalker,” one said to Luke with a nod. “Shall we take this...changeling...to max security?”
*Mongdrigo*
Officer Beghara saluted. “By your order, Lord Malgus. I will inform the fleet to hold, and bring the defense network online.” A blip from a nearby console stole her attention a moment before she added. “Also, our envoys have exited local space. They will arrive at the first waypoint within the hour, and reach Coruscant within the week.”
*First Impressions*
Coll could only offer a confused shrug. “I’m not sure. Perhaps the document was missing some context.” Just then, the PA crackled before the pilot spoke.
“Attention, we are attempting another shift. Standby.”
Again, a static-electric charge pulsed through the ship, as it crossed the warp sphere.
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*** Coruscant ***
The Hunter caught the blade and went to twist the assassin's arm before he locked on again to the assassin's chest. This time, a sound comparable to the crack of a whip sounded as the shoulder-mounted plasma caster discharged.
"Indeed - and post Clone security at all times. Make sure the changeling has no way of escaping," Luke commanded. He shot a grateful nod to Amber before he heard the strange sound. His eyes immediately darted to a flash he caught from the corner of his eye, and saw the hunter. "... the hell...?" he muttered.
*** First Impressions ***
Ahsoka shrugged. "Could be. Who can say?" she commented. She downed another swig of her drink and asked, "How again did your people come into contact with Malgus?"
*** Tatooine ***
"If it's the Sith Covenant you refer to, no one knows at present - trust me, you aren't the only person wanting to know where they're hiding," the bounty office worker responded to Fayam.
*** Badlands ***
The Badlands were a strange place. One might compare it to a sea of fire. It would be a wonder why Obsidian Order forces would even bother with a place this volatile at all. Strange anomalies looking like tornadoes of fire ran here and there, and planets seemed barren, rocky and lifeless - most of them, anyway. But the Obsidian Order forces seemed nowhere to be found, except for a subtle bit of radio traffic. And not traffic on modern Cardassian frequencies.
*** Yaut’ja Warship, In Transit ***
"Agreed," Scourge said. Scar gave a nod to a hunter at the Helm station, and the ship was moving. Wasn't too long before the Tal Shiar base was in sight. The base was built into a massive asteroid, and Romulan Warbirds patrolled the local space.
"Stand... by... transporters..." Scar told Katin.
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, In-Transit to Nar Shaddaa ***
"There is data in an archive on the subject - my creator left it with me. But, having only just arrived, so to speak, I've yet to access the archive. If you like, we can access it together. We still have some time before we reach Nar Shaddaa," Ulrich told Ori. Viktor didn't seem to notice this as he settled in on the command chair, looking at the star maps, apparently looking for the perfect place to trap Aldukaal.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"My sister? You know full well I don't have a sister," Kira commented.
"Actually, Kira... I think she was referring to Amie," Drake said.
*** Starship Stryker, Unspecified Location ***
"No s***," K'Tath growled. "We gotta beat those guys to the flagship!" he fired the engines, and bolted for the Command ship. Along the way, he shot out some boarding drop ships before they could enter the hangar bay. Then he landed inside himself. "Can you close the hangars to further drop ships?" K'Tath asked Cobalt.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You don't know of your brother's Wife?" Asara asked.
*** Starship Stryker, Unspecified Location ***
"I don't know, I've never seen a ship like this. Cobalt said connecting to the ship, the hanger door closed half-way "Like I said i'm not familiar with this ship..."
***Yout’ja Warship, Nephira Orbit***
(I'm honstly lost...)
Grey stayed with the prince as they traveled to where they were going.
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*Coruscant*
The plasma bolt struck the assassin full in the chest, the blue corona briefly illuminating the assassin’s hide. The assassin hung limply as the light faded. As his shirt burned away, it revealed the Mongdrigan Army standard body armor, designed to absorb kinetic energy and disperse high-heat kinetic projectiles. After regaining his wits, the assassin suddenly flipped about his caught wrist, snatching up the knife and driving it into the plasma-castor’s power relay, pulling the blade across towards the Hunter’s neck.
The imposter sneered. “It would seem something else has taken interest in the infestation.” The Guardsmen began escorting the imposter away, radioing for a transport.
*Mongdrigo*
Officer Beghara began writing her message, for accuracy’s sake, before turning back to Malgus and Jacqueline. “How long do we have, m’lord?”
*First Impressions*
Coll smiled, as if at a fond memory.
Lord Malgus arrived during The Troubles. The Mongdrigan population had revolted against Great Leader, swiftly overwhelming loyalists with superior tactics and weapons. But, they were not killed. Thus was Malgus’s compassion. He took Great Leader’s Central Control, and gained control. He was recognized as the new Great Leader after felling the last, but has dismissed the title.” Coll sighed. “A gift from the gods. A savior.”
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*** Warship Draconis Furiam, In-Transit to Nar Shaddaa ***
"In this case, please proceed. Do you have connections with other Cephalons? Also, can you find a frequency on which my warframe resonates and connect me to the Weave? So we can talk everywhere.". Ori asked, watching now what's Viktor doing. The core component of any product made in the Tau Volanis system is an Argon crystal which emits signals similar to radio waves. Having a permanent link with Ulrich can increase chances of success in every Viktor's task, one of which was Alduukal. And that is, Ori wanted to use her abilities of her warframe and thus be on one step ahead of Victor's foe. And she was sure that her beloved wolf wants the same.
(OOC: looking for open RPs)
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*Tatooine*
Fayam growled. "Grr... I should've known. But with the size of the universe, there's no way I can possibly track them... Ugh." He paced up and down the canteen, lost in thought. He could not strike where it would hurt most. But he could still cripple them. Eventually, he asked, "Fine, then. Maybe I can hunt an agent of them. Any Sith on the most wanted lists?"
*New Romulus*
Temer came rushing when Anita called him, and he brought several of his crew along. Anita wasted no time explaining. "Temer, our mechanic has been kidnapped. If we don't break with D'Tan and hand over our project, his life is in danger. I need you and your team to solve this situation." Temer recalled, "Right... The donkey with the tool belt, was it? That's trouble. Well, what do you need of us?" Anita nodded. "That's him. But first! I need your IT specialists to do a much-needed upgrade of our ship's system security, and on our pocket comms as well. Our 'friend' broke right through it. Second! I need you to help Johnny track the communicator signal tomorrow. It may be a risk, but it's one I'm willing to take. Zealo! Search Koman's belongings for something -anything- which can help us. I'll inform D'Tan of the situation myself. Understood? Go then!"
*Badlands*
Havoc looked at the ship's systems. "Hm. They've hidden well. But they're bound to leave some sort of signature." The crew added, "Correct. Readings indicate radio chatter on unusual frequencies. We're busy tracking and decrypting it. I suggest complete radio silence from our part, or only heavily encrypted channels." Havoc muttered, "The GaiaKnights can deal with visual searches, but they lack scanning equipment. Also, they have no stealth systems. BattleEagles are more appropriate, but they are less numerous." After some contemplation, he commanded, "Have the BattleEagles perform thermal and visual scans. The rest of the fleet holds formation labda-echo until we trace their signals."
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*** Tatooine ***
"Hm... most accessible one is a Sith Lord with a temper - Darth Terrus. Most recent intel reports have him aboard his ship at... let me check... last report has him aboard his ship, the Dark Terror, in the vicinity of Belsavis," the bounty office worker said. "Careful 'round that neighborhood. Imperial Alliance's worst criminals wind up there."
*** Badlands ***
The signals would not be hard to trace - if Havoc followed the trail, he'd track it to a particularly clear area - and an outpost, built onto the surface of a small moon. Several Cardassian Keldon-class battleships and Galor-class Heavy Battlecruisers stood guard over the facility, aided by a wing of Hideki-class Attack Frigates and nearby were what appeared to be a pair of Romulan D'Derriderx-class Warbirds bearing the sigil of the Tal Shiar. On spotting Havoc's forces, the Warbirds immediately cloaked.
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, In-Transit to Nar Shaddaa ***
"If there are other Cephalons, I am not yet aware of them - again, I only recently came online. I cannot tell you how long I waited for Commander Viktor to retrieve the message that... 'woke' me. Stand by, I will connect you," Ulrich said. "... there. Hnh... that's... strange."
*** Coruscant ***
The assassin would get a nasty shock from the plasma caster's power relay, but the hunter would dodge the knife - barely - before it even touched his throat. He roared, and jerked a Shuriken (https://www.weaponreplica.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/ALIENS-VS-PREDATOR-REQUIEM-Life-Size-Predator-Shuriken.jpg) and brought out the blades before cocking his arm and throwing the weapon at the assassin. The shuriken would fly at a blazing speed, and if the blades made contact, give deep, nasty cuts, assuming they didn't slice anything off.
*** First Impressions ***
Ahsoka indicated Coll while looking at Rex. "You see? You see? Even a Sith Lord from thousands of years ago can turn over a new leaf. So lay off griping behind Anakin's back - he's a changed man. And if Malgus can get a testimony like that, then it's possible for nearly any Sith Lord."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, yeah, I knew of Amie - what I didn't know was you were referencing her," Kira said. She stepped aside, allowing Asara in.
*** Eternal Katana Fleet Command Vessel ***
"That will work - their drop ships aren't that small. Come on," K'Tath said, grabbing Cobalt's arm as he tried making a mad dash for the bridge. On arrival, he sat in the Commander's chair and worked the controls. "Those slime bags aren't gonna give us much time," he said. Almost immediately, the pad next to his chair went active, flashing with a soft light. He then rose from his chair, put both his paws on Cobalt's shoulders, motioning to some sort of small pad next to his chair, and said softly, "Whatever you do, you will have my support. Remember - we're in this together. No matter what happens, know that I love you, and I look to enjoying life with you. Once this is all said and done, you and I are gonna take a long vacation." He leaned in, kissed Cobalt's lips, then readied to defend her while she was free to interface with the fleet.
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*** Warship Draconis Furiam, In-Transit to Nar Shaddaa ***
"Cephalon what? What are you talking about?"Spyra asked, having been in a trance of thought and confusion.
*** Badlands ***
Elsewhere in the mess of storms and clouds scanners would pick up what appeared to be tetryon particles, like that from a romulan cloaked ship, however the various readings would not look romulan in the slightest in fact if Havok looked closer at the readings such particles leaking may have seemed deliberate....
*** First Impressions ***
Rex just shrugged. "Anakin seemed fine to me last we met."
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You act as if she's not you sister." Asara commeted as she stepped in "Could you get her? I have something important to discuss with her." The blue Dragoness explained.
*** Eternal Katana Fleet Command Vessel ***
Cobal, squeaked when Kt'ath grabbed her, once his hands were on her shoulder she closed her eyes for a second, a little unsure, but slowlystepped onto the pad, almost immediately after she fully stepped on the pad it seemed to 'collapse' or fall down under her weight, the sudden jerk made her squeak again, as she fell with the pad into what was now a hole in the floor, second later a nigh impenatrable tube started to raise from the hole, inside a blue watery liquid seemly in a trance, Cobalt floated inside, her arms crossed over her chest, eyes closed and head drooped. a second later her eyes opened "I see...So this is why I was created...Are you sure about this, K'tath. I can't exactly be sure about this but I don't think I can do this more than once, the entire fleet is now at your command, but I have to ask what about me? What if I can't get out? Or once I leave you lose control of this fleet?" she said, head turning to K'tath.
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*** Warship Draconis Furiam, In-Transit to Nar Shaddaa ***
"Nothing super serious, I'm just setting up a connection with our Cephalon. And it seems it works. Ulrich, to test the Weave, try to get every knowledge about Aldukaal. Maybe Simaris is still active.". Ori answered, hearing a barely noticeable static noise in her warframe. That means the connection with the Weave is established. Now she can talk with other Cephalons as well, provided they'll initiate a communication channel first. Moreso, almost all of them are capable of running their virtual reality where various scenarios can be tested (the she-warframer still remembers Simaris' challenges). That's what Viktor would like to hear, so hence her next speech the Orokin addressed to him. "If you're thinking how to outsmart Aldukaal, Ulrich may help. The only thing we need to do is to test every possible scenario. That can be exhausting, but warned means armed, so why not. Just ask our Cephalon to start a simulation."
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*Tatooine*
Fayam nodded. "Then that's exactly where I'm headed. I'll give those fools what for." He dashed out and launched minutes later.
*Badlands*
The forced said, "We've been spotted by heavy forces!" Havoc asked, "How heavy?" "They'll outgun us!" Immediately, Havoc sprung into action, dishing out orders by the dozen. "Engage battle mode! Retreat to safe distance! Double the fleet! All forces, standby in formation alpha-2! Disable any enemy ships, but leave them intact!" The crew noted, "ETA: 20 minutes! Sir, scanners picking up an unidentified source of tetryon particles!" Havoc decided, "It can wait! We have more pressing matters." On Gaia, the GAC more than doubled up on the forces. The second Carrier was fully loaded, and they sent an Annihilator as well.
*New Romulus*
Temer called up some of his men and set to improving the security of Faith. Zealo went to rummage through Koman's pet projects, which were of all sorts of shapes and sizes. He also found his notebook, full of ideas and details on his creations. He flipped through the pages and found something of interest: "'Me-finder version 37'. 'Note to self: version 38 inevitable'." Zealo raised an eyebrow. "Version 38 inevitable? Talk about a failing project..." Anita, in the meantime, tried to contact D'Tan again. "Anita to New Romulus. Is president D'Tan available?"
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*** New Romulus ***
"Anita," D'Tan said. "I wasn't expecting your call so soon. Is something wrong?"
*** Badlands ***
The Obsidian Order ships remained in a defensive posture, seeming to not want to make the first attack.
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, In-Transit to Nar Shaddaa ***
"Commander... I'm getting an odd signal from Nar Shaddaa," Ulrich reported.
"What kind of signal?" Viktor asked.
"If I am reading this right, the registry identifies this signal as one used by the Knights of the Ebon Blade," Ulrich responded.
"The Knights?" Viktor mused. "What are they doing on Nar Shaddaa?"
*** First Impressions ***
"Then what's this I hear about you being edgy around Anakin and talking about his past behind his back?" Ahsoka asked.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"She's sitting at the table," Kira told Asara as she stepped in. "Amie, it's for you."
*** Eternal Katana Fleet Command Vessel ***
"You get stuck in there, I'll rip that thing open and get you out. That's a promise," K'Tath assured her. The fleet responded, and formed up with the command vessel. "All warships, fire on the Sith Covenant vessels!" The Eternal fleet all fired on the Sith Covenant Vessels at once. The vessels took the barrage for a few seconds before their shields failed and they started getting pummeled. Forced to retreat, they went to Slipspace, and K'Tath cheered. He then looked to the Pod. "Cobalt, you can come out now. Fleet's ours - and we got a lot to celebrate!"
*** Muunilist ***
Fek Papeb sat in his office, leaning back in his chair as he stared out the window. The situation with this Merriweather Security Consulting was getting out of hand. And the Munns knew it. They were worse than Czerka. Basically holding the Munn Economy hostage so they could conduct their operations unhindered. And it was Fek that got tasked with finding a solution to this mess. And he had no better option than to hire out to an... outside source. Someone outside Muunilist. It was this outside help that he was scheduled to meet with.
*** Ord Mantell ***
The situation on Ord Mantell was teetering on the brink of disaster. Several weeks ago, Rebel Forces on Ord Mantell struck and seized several towns outlying Fort Garnik. No one knows where these rebels came from, let alone where they got their weapons, but one thing was certain: They meant business. The defenses at Garnik held strong, but every day, there was more Rebels and less Imperial Alliance troopers. So they sent out private contracts on Merc-net, hoping someone would take the task.
And someone did. A man dressed in what looked like an environment suit (https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/b/b8/GalenStalkerArmor-TFUUSE.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20090824182222), with multiple lightsabers clipped to his belt. He had clear cybernetics, and his voice was modulated, even though he said nothing as he approached the HQ. His soft mechanical breathing was all that was heard as he walked.
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*** Badlands ***
A highly encrypited message was somehow sent directly to Havok's ship it read "You have allies in waiting, just make the call." or at least that's what it would have read had the communcation gotten through....
*** Warship Draconis Furiam, In-Transit to Nar Shaddaa ***
"Great now what?" Spyra whined.
*** First Impressions ***
"Some of the cadets are spreading rumors since i'm still not exactly 'use' to Anakin being himself again, you have to realize Ashoka I was told everything about his 'change' before i went into hiding." Rex replied
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
Amie's ears perked up as she turned to Kira "Who is that?" She asked, looking at Asara feeling something familiar about the blue dragon girl.
Asara looked at Amie getting the same feeling ,but also knowing what it was "Amie, do you remember your parents.? Asar asked
Amie frowned as the two spoke for awhie mostly about parents home and a few other things leading up to asara revealing that she was Amie's step sister. This left Amie in a deep thought, she turned to Drake "What do you think of this?" She asked.
*** Eternal Katana Fleet Command Vessel ***
"This was my purpose all along, to be someones puppet for controlling this fleet?" cobalt muttered, getting 'knocked' out of her 'trance' when K'tath spoke. "But If I leave here... my purpose... my life... what am I?" She asked "and what happens if I step out? will you lose control? Are you willing to give that up for me?"
*** Muunilist Orbit, Galatae Super carrier bridge. ***
"I hope she knows what she's doing.' A blue Fox grumbled as he paced around the bridge "I don't trust those money grubbing Muun.
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*** Warship Draconis Furiam, In-Transit to Nar Shaddaa ***
"Finally, some real fun is coming.". Ori chirped, remembering Victor's relationships with the Knights. And she will be glad to 'dance' with them in a fire which she'll create. The Orokin needs to keep her combat skills in shape anyway, so it's a good chance to improve it.
*** Muunilist *** (open RP: everyone is welcome)
(Before present days) It was the first days of the Rangers, and their first attempts to establish any connections with hope to earn reliable sources of jobs. Helix is one of the Rangers, and several months passed until he wasn't accepted as a Ranger. Being a cyborg, Helix appeared to be an excellent addition to the raising mercenary corporation. He doesn't ask unnecessary questions and never complains about his job. He doesn't know what mercy, fear, or pity is. Isn't is a perfect mercenary? After all, in the future, the Rangers will become one of the notable companies in the entire Society. That's why Helix was standing at the doorstep of Fek's office.
"Ranger Helix is here. Waiting for new instructions.". The yellow cyborg said with his electronic voice, once the light shed on his mask-covered face.
*** Ord Mantell *** (open RP: everyone is welcome)
(Before present days) After Voss, Fel considered taking more tasks before trying to be hired by the DMC. For Dragon'taan, Dranghyr is an average mercenary, even though Turians are well-known for their loyalty and willingness to serve for the good of the people. So a job he found on Merc-Net looked promising. Also, he needs to carry away from Palaven the exosuit (https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/c_fill,f_auto,fl_progressive,g_center,h_675,pg_1,q_80,w_1200/18f1ss2r55oumjpg.jpg) he wears to pass it one day to engineers from CryNet who can reverse engineer it. After the Reapers attack, blueprints of the suit been lost, and so new ones must be created. Besides, Fel didn't test all the abilities of his exosuit, and Ord Mantell looks like a decent playground for such purpose. That is what the Turian was thinking, approaching the HQ. He noted a man in strange dresses but didn't say anything as he didn't know what's the man after here.
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*Belsavis*
Fayam was doubly on his guard. Anyone could attack him at any time around these parts. He'd best go extra careful. Not to mention, a ship called "Dark Terror" was foreboding enough on its own. It would probably stand out, but still... How was he supposed to find it?
*Badlands*
Havoc kept a close eye on the enemy. They clearly didn't want to make the first move. That was their advantage. The crew added, "Sir? We've received an encrypted message. It says there are allied ships in the region. Orders?" Havoc scratched his chin. He wasn't too keen on outsiders. But, help was welcome. He decided, "Good. But, only if they follow my orders. Let's wait for our reinforcements, then let them move into formation." The crew answered with a heavily encrypted message of their own. Upon decoding, it would read: "Wait for our reinforcements. Then, take point alongside us. But if you try anything funny, it'll cost you."
*New Romulus*
Anita answered distressed, "Yes and no. Good news: we returned from Torgus Prime successfully. Bad news: someone kidnapped my mechanic and holds him for ransom. They want me to break with you and give them my shiny new ship. I don't know when or how they pulled that on me, but they did. We've tried tracking his scent, but it was a dead end. I can't track him otherwise, unless his communicator is online." Just as she finished her sentence, Zealo ran in with Koman's "me-finder 37". It looked like some sort of old radar dish. He called loudly, "Look what I've got!" Disturbed, Anita turned to him. He went on, "Koman calls this his 'me-finder'. I think we can use this!" Anita commended him. "Great! D'Tan, hold the line."
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***MJ12 Ship, Nephira Orbit ***
((To be fair, I’m not sure where else to go from here until we get to the parts where they assist during the raid on the station.))
***Yout’ja Warship, Nephira Orbit***
Katin looked out the window to see the station before them. He clenched his fists into a tight ball. Seeing the evil all around him and ready to take them out for the harbored captives inside.
“Alright, I’m ready to get this done.” Katin walked over to the teleporter, examining it as he had never seen a piece of technology as this before. Their forms of instant transportation always involved a mix of science and magic alike.
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*Coruscant*
The assassin drew his last breath as the shuriken’s blades dug into his body.
In the maximum security wing of the prison, the Imposter had changed even further. His ‘skin’ had become a steely-blue, his eyes now jet black and soulless. He sat in the center of the cell, as if patiently waiting for something.
*Mongdrigo*
The fleet, small as it was, set up a very spotty defensive perimeter above Gorbis. Huge point defense vessels bristled with heavy plasma batteries and kinetic repeater emplacements. The orbital guns charged, railgun-plates preemptively readied to sling macro-caliber shells. Elsewhere, in a secret gun platform, a prisoner was strapped into an experimental weapon. Project Second Sun, formerly Scarlet Sun. It would stand as Mongdrigo’s Ace-in-the-Hole should any craft slip through.
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(Sorry for being away for a while, I've been busy the past month.)
~ Dragon'taan, Kyle's Estate ~
Michen nodded, looking at the force-fox. He wasn't really sure what he should say, so he just accepted the food for now and started eating. Whilst eating, though, Michen kept occasionally looking in his direction, wondering what Mathayus was planning to do next.
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*First Impressions*
Suddenly, the lights grew brighter, before a heavy thrum filled the cabin. The lights began to dim as that electro-static sensation intensified throughout the ship.
“Attention passengers,” the pilot said. “We’ve reached our first destination. Standby for warp.” The static feeling intensified further, before popping like a bubble. The lights winked out briefly, coming back on, flickering briefly. “Ladies and Gents, welcome to Coruscant. Our copilot is securing an envoy landing pad, and we’ll be planet side shortly.”
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**** Camp McCarran, Terra *****
A Z-95's cockpit window opened as two figures jumped out both tan colored figures one fox the other... some odd Rattlesnake Dog mix. the odd starfighter had just landed in the airfield and the two figures wore highly advanced armor especially for the world they were on.... they met up with an NCR solider who told to head inside and see A Colonel Hsu...
***Nar Shadda, orbit***
A Persues (https://external-content.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwiki.hard-light.net%2Fimages%2Fthumb%2F8%2F89%2FNuperswiki.jpg%2F480px-Nuperswiki.jpg&f=1&nofb=1) Class fighter broke orbit of the planet heading out of orbit and away from the system's larger planet, Nal hutta, it's engines cutting out for a moment before the ship suddenly vanished from sight... Suddenly two Tie/LN fighters came rushing up seeing the fighter gone they began a sesnor sweep of the area...
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*** NCR Embassy, Terra ***
Richard was slightly disappointed Crocker didn't have anything new, but he didn't fret over it much. Since Moore's promotion to Brigadier General, she almost never had a shortage of tasks. Usually dealing with some Legion moron that didn't get the memo of War's End or some Raider Punk needing pitting down. Still, between Vegas and Hoover Damn... that was a hell of a long walk. So Richard made a mental note to drop by the Crimson Caravan to pick up provisions.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The Victory Day Parade was coming soon. And Kyle knew what that meant - Parade. Music. Festivities. But he found it hard to believe that his adopted-brother-in-law, Markus, had no clue of it. Tokarev had apparently never been to a Victory Day Celebration. So when Kyle asked the Cerinian Tiger if he'd partake in the festivities this year, he was surprisingly confused, stating he'd never heard of such a thing. But, after explanation, Markus was eager to partake - even going so far as to invite his half-sister, Vitani, to the celebration.
So that's why the K'Vort-class Bird-of-Prey IKS Striker was doing arriving in orbit. "Kylie... you ever been to this 'Victrory Day Celebration' or whatever? What's it all about?" Vitani asked her boyfriend.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Well for one you might want to dock that bird into the Galatae secondly, yes i've been to one before, last I recall it's a celbration of the DMC and it's allies victory over the Necromyans during the Marauder war. "Not to mention you'll never hear the end of it from Tigress... she get's to show of all her fancy tech, so yeah she'll talk your ear off about it ,but at least she does something..." Kylie sighed
**Dragon'taan planetside Military district**
Speaking of with Tigress Arcnon and her newest assistant Kelsy, a mandalorian Grey Vixen, prepped for the large parade of Battlemechs and tanks.
"Where are those pilots?" The large 7Ft white tiger lady asked. "Beats me 'Arc'" Kelsy replied adjusting her helmet, as she checked over one of the newest DMC tanks that was slated to take part in the parade "Lets just hope these mechs don't step on the tanks like last year..." "It was an AAT piloted by droids so what we had an AAT Pancake last year, i thought it was funny some of the clones seemed to like it.. "The Clones fought droids for over 3 years, Tigress. normal people did not for the most part."
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*** IKS Striker, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Where is the Galatae? I'm not seeing it in this jumbled mass of ships," Vitani grumbled.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Drake plodded into the kitchen, still half-asleep, to get some coffee. Kira chuckled at her older brother's demeanor, being wide awake herself, sipping on her cup of coffee. Sitting across from her was Tyber.
"Still no response from mom and dad," Tyber stated quietly, hanging up his phone. "They must be busy getting stuff ready for the celebration."
"Ten to one, that's what it is," Kira told him. "They'll be fine."
*** Terra ***
Having picked up his provisions at the Crimson Caravan, Richard was now on his way to Hoover Dam. Hell of a long walk, but it at least gave him something to do. And ten to one, Moore would have something for him. She almost always did.
*** Onderon Orbit ***
The sleepy quiet of Onderon Orbit was rudely disrupted when a group of Slipspace Ruptures marked the arrival of a CAS-class Assault Carrier (https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/sotp/images/2/20/Assualt_Carrier.png/revision/latest?cb=20160605070337 (https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/sotp/images/2/20/Assualt_Carrier.png/revision/latest?cb=20160605070337)) escorted by a pair of RCS-class Armored Cruisers (https://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/12/11043/1_-_yCXQBqq.jpg (https://media.moddb.com/images/mods/1/12/11043/1_-_yCXQBqq.jpg)) and four Trafalgar-class Destroyers (https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/dreadnought/images/e/ee/Trafalgar.png/revision/latest?cb=20170812180757 (https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/dreadnought/images/e/ee/Trafalgar.png/revision/latest?cb=20170812180757)). The ships did not power shields or weapons once secure from Slipspace, and for some reason, seemingly just sat there.
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***Dragon'taan Orbit, NCC Galatae ***
Kylie put his face into his palm, "Girl, My Girl... if you can't pick it out in a crowd by now... Just nvm." Kylie said sending Vitani the coordinates to his large supercarrier (https://i.imgur.com/NMEsYpY.jpg) ship.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
A two tailed Red Fox stepped up behind Drake. "Honey i keep telling you we got Coffee in our room now.." the Vixen sighed, turning to Tyber "Shiloh is in the shower, hun she said she wanted you to wait in her room for her.
A blue Dragon sat down across from Kira "So umm Kira is it?"
*** Terra ***
As the two left Camp McCarren and headed towards hoover dam, Risa Spoke up "Why Do we have to walk all the way there, we could just fly." the Nightstalker girl asked. "Because people around here aren't use to our tech and, most of the working trucks are owned by the NCR, and you know what happened last time they loaned one to someone..." Rika replied "YEah... some idiot happened to be a legion spy, don't they know the war is over by now and Ceasar is dead? " "Maybe in the power vaccume somebody rose to power, it's not the first time in human history that has happened." Rika replied.
*** Sangheilios, Kadon's house/Keep ***
"So how are things, Kadon?" asked a blue armoed Sangheili known as Kyva Katomei, a long time loyalist to the Vadam name, who tended to work more with the DMC than on Sangeheilios
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*** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Well, forgive me if I can't spot it among this jumbled mass - this is the Dragon'taan equivalent of Earth's 4th of July Independence Day Celebration, so everyone is here," Vitani growled as she sent the coords to the helm station, where the droid helmsman executed it.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Did she say why?" Tyber asked Amie.
Kira frowned at the blue dragon. "Yeah, who's asking?" she responded.
*** Terra ***
Richard continued on his path - unbeknownst to him, he wasn't far in front of Rika and Risa. His AKMS and his black armor could faintly be made out in the distance.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"Things go more or less well - since Corneria, we haven't heard a peep from the Sith Covenant, so odds are they're keeping a low profile; Zaarin's been surprisingly inactive, and the closest thing we've had to major trouble has been in the form of rumors of a reconstituted Borg threat," Thel said, turning to face Kyva. "Heard you got in good with the Dragon Federation... and that they owe you a few favors. Something about a Borg Graveyard?"
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*** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Yeaaah real hard to spot the largest ship in the NCC fleet, I mean it's not a Reman-Romulan Scimitar ,but still sticks out most of the time..." Kylie sighed."Even the Klingon Vo'quv is a bit smaller."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"She didn't say, I assumed it was a private matter between you two so I didn't push any questions." Amie said turning to Drake nuzzling her muzzle into his cheek.
"Really? Am I not that well known here , yet?" Asara asked growling something to herself and crossing her arms.
*** Terra ***
"Sure has been quiet around here since those fiends died out." Risa noted as she walked with Rika. "Not even a mention of the Enclave or BOS, though i hear the chapter here is part of an NCR Squad... interesting how that worked out.." Rika replied.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"They do?" Did they ever get into a full Alliance with the DMC?"Kyva asked "Yeah the Borg Graveyard held a few secrets me and My DMC colleege managed to find with some other friends.."
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*** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"You realize how much larger DMC ships are, right? And that there's a ton of them present?" Vitani playfully shot back.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Tyber shrugged and headed into Shiloh's room.
Kira frowned at Asara and said, "Hey, I see a lot of people on a daily basis - you don't expect me to remember them all, do you?"
"Kira, be nice - that's your sister-in-law from Amie's family," Drake grumbled groggily. "And Amie, please let me get my coffee - you forgot our coffee pot was broken and there was coffee out here... and you know I get bad migraines when I don't have my coffee..."
"You and me both, kiddo," Kyle said as he entered the foyer.
*** Terra ***
Richard ignored the chatting ladies behind him as he continued his trek toward Hoover Dam. But he had to admit - they were right: Things were a lot quieter with the Fiends gone. Sure, the Vipers and Jackals were trouble makers now and again, but the Fiends were scattered to the winds, just like the Great Khans.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"So I hear," Thel responded. "My nephew and his Spartan Brother are escorting the UNSC Infinity and a delegation of UNSC Diplomats here, but from what I'm hearing, they want to see of we can lean on our new Dragon neighbors to get access to a Borg Ship with a very peculiar shield system. UNSC and ONI are interested in combat applications against possible Sith Covenant and Jiralhanae targets."
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*** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Sure but can they fit a K'vort Bird of prey with extra?" Kylie asked "Speaking of which does your ship need anything before i set the refit and reload droids into standby?"
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Where's Mom?" Amie asked, turning back to Drake "I keep telling you to put it on my list of things to get while i'm out."
"Maybe your grandpa will recognize me..." Asara grumbled getting up and heading towards the 'Dragon's den' entrance for some reason....
*** Terra ***
Risa and Rika continued to chatter about things going on in the Mohave until they got to the dam. "Hard to believe this place still generates power, you'd think after the nukes hit the place would have been stripped for parts." Rika said as the two headed to the Entrance. "Looks alot nicer now that they don't have to fortify the other side of the dam." Risa added.
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"That my friend, is going to be a hard sell, Borg technology is highly regulated in known space, not even Quatermaster Tigress wants to deal with that Tech..." Kyva replied "Let alone see it." he added with a quiet laugh. "I'll see what i can do ,but it's not going to be easy."
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*** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Yeah, that ship-wide maintenance we've been putting off ever since the encounter with the Borg at the Graveyard," Vitani responded, hopping off the captain's chair. "Which reminds me, did the DF Wire our payment already? I didn't get time to check."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"And you keep telling me the store doesn't have the model we use," Drake poked back.
Draco, down in the Dragon's Den, looked up and saw Asara enter. "Asara! What brings you down to the Dragon Den?" he greeted her.
*** Hoover Dam, Terra ***
Richard had arrived at Hoover Dam mere moments before Risa and Rika did, and knocked on General Moore's door frame. "General Moore, I was told by Crocker you might have use of me?"
"Mister Vasili, good - come in," Moore greeted the merc. "I was waiting on two other contacts - I was going to introduce you to them because you're gonna need them, and they're gonna need you, for this op."
*** 'Vadam Keep, Sangheilios ***
"I'm not expecting it to be, but we can discuss the particulars once my nephew and the UNSC Delegation arrive," Thel told Kyva. "But what do you think of the Dragons from your firsthand experience with them?"
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*** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"If you don't mind i can have the repair droids take a look at it for ya." Kylie offered.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"And you won't let me buy a whole new Coffee maker." Amie 'fired back'.
"Hello Grandpa, well seems like almost no one upstairs remembers me.." Asara sighed "I thought being with another Dragon would help me calm down.. or something. That is if you don't mind me
being here." She added.
** Hoover Dam, Terra ***
almost as soon as 'Moore' Finished a knock came to her office door, it was Rika and Risa finnally arriving after Risa had to use the bathroom, being sort of still feral she had some issues with using a human bathroom.
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*** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"The ship or the payment from DF?" Vitani asked. "You really need to be more specific when you speak."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Drake just grumbled as he poured himself a mug of coffee.
"Well, keep in mind, Asara, the family has a lot on its mind lately," Draco responded. "And the upcoming Victory Day Parade certainly isn't helping."
"Which reminds me, dear," said a female dragon half asleep next to Draco, "You and I promised Kyle we'd attend this year."
"Don't worry, Sheila, I haven't forgotten," Draco chuckled.
*** Hoover Damn, Terra ***
"Ah, excellent timing. Mister Vasili, meet Rika and Risa," Moore said. Richard turned around and faced the two women. He indicated Rika. "You, I remember. That incident with the crashed ship and its crew fighting off the Enclave." He indicated Risa. "I don't know you. Who are you and what are your affiliations?"
*** Elsewhere in Space ***
Somewhere in space, a fleet of Borg Vessels, both classic and assimilated, sped at Transwarp along an unknown path. At the center of this formation was a Cube - a rare sight in this day and age. All standard frequencies in range of this fleet would get an ominous message:
"We are the Borg. Lower your shields and surrender your ships. We will add your biological and technological distinctiveness to our own. Your culture will adapt to service us. Resistance is futile.
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*** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Kylie sighed, "Honey are you going through your cycle again?" He asked "Both..." he added.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Amie continued to nuzzle Drake as if trying to get some sort of responce out of him.
"What's that all about, And mind if I join you two?" Asara asked "I don't really get to use my larger dragon form much."
*** Hoover Damn, Terra ***
"She's with me, that's all that should matter, Her names Risa..." The anthro Nightstalker huffed back in a sort of acknowledgement, crossing her arms...
*** Dropship Beowulf , Breifing Room , Jabiim Orbit. ***
"So reports from intel state something is up here, Scouts have reported various ships near the planet going to and from it, something is up scout probes sent to the surface picked up a large complex, possibly and old republic base from the clone wars, scans show many TX-255 Occupier tanks, a few imperial walkers, but worst of all Omnimechs, of the Black Jack and Men Shen models. The base does not look Cappellan,but we know Cappellans wouldn't use imperial tech. All probes were jammed or destroyed before further scans could be made, so we don't exactly know what's going on down there, intel believes there's a mech factory down there,but thier not sure, but they think that explains the Omnimechs. "The mission is to drop a small team of mechs to scout out the area then heavier mechs will be deployed to deal with all combat vehicles before we send in a commando team to download any relevant date and set charges in the factory if it exist, we cannot let these rebels have access to Omnimech technology especially in this galaxy, such tech could turn the tide out of the alliance's favor."
**Dragon'taan, Tigress Armory**
"So these slightly lighter autocannons should now be lighter and with the three firing modes should work out very well, our newest Disruptor cannon weights one Ton heavier than a CERPPC or a Large pulse laser, but comes with it's own built in heat sink to reduce heat.
Further refinements have made our triple heatsink dissipate heat faster despite their smaller size as well as increased durability.
Introduction of our new micro laser, will help smaller mechs and to and extend larger mechs fill their weapon loadouts of course at the cost of range.
Other refinments of our battlemechs are coming along nicely along with Beskar cockpit windows and more improvments of our neurohelmets, and other compoenents of our mechs are well under way.
Finally improvements on the cooling jackets for our energy weapons look promising to futher reducing the heat output of our mech grade energy weapons as well as shipborn weapons that can use simlar technology." Tigress finished explaining to Kelly the Nandalorian armorsmith, and anybody else who was close enough to hear her, as she recorded a message to send to Kyle on updates of their battlemechs.
"What of the new autocannons?" Kelsy the Mandalorian fox asked.
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*** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"You know what I'm like in that, Kylie - this ain't it," Vitani said. The ship shuddered as it landed. "Well, come on - lets get down planetside and see what big brother has cooked up.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Amie..." Drake playfully protested. "Am I not allowed to have coffee in the morning anymore?" Kyle just chuckled.
It was then that Markus walked into the foyer. "Kyle, did I leave my sunglasses in here last night?" he asked.
"Yeah, you did," Kyle replied, digging them out of his shirt pocket and tossing them to him. "Probably shouldn't have hit the Romulan Ale so hard."
"That's not all he left..." Anna chuckled.
"What's all what about?" Draco queried.
"Hey, we got no problem with you joining us. Draco and I are just resting up before the celebration - which is what I imagine what she's asking about," Sheila responded to Asara.
*** Hoover Dam, Terra ***
"Well, forgive me for not trusting people I don't know, but ever since that incident a few years back, I'm kinda slow to trust new faces until I can verify their motives and loyalties. Rika, I know, because she fought by my side against the Enclave. I don't know you, and I have no current reason to trust you."
"Trust notwithstanding, Mister Vasili, you need them on this op, and they need you," Moore said sternly.
Richard turned to face Moore. "And what exactly is the op?"
*** Pakuuni Station ***
The Borg transmission was insidious enough. But when a Borg fleet suddenly dropped out of Transwarp and overwhelmed the Imperial Alliance Perimeter Patrol, that sent the whole sector into panic mode. Multiple distress signals across all subspace bands sounded, and it all made one thing abundantly clear:
The Borg had returned - and they're looking for ships...
... and Bodies.
-
*** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"You know how i am about planets.." Kylie sighed "Comes from living in this old ship for years, i guess." the blue fox finished... "okay but the galatae is due to be in the parade.."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"mmm noo you need to love me first.." Amie chuckled.'
"See I told you." Said a familar voice of a Blue vixen "I keep telling you that Ale is gonna be the death of you one day." Krystal sighed, turning to Anne. "Yeah, he left me high and dry last night in bed too."
"This victory day thing." Asara replied.
*** Hoover Dam, Terra ***
"To be fair, Moore wouldn't call us in together if she wanted us to, say assassinate you or something, have a little faith." Rika said patting RIchard softly on the back, Risa just smiled in response, to Rika, tail rattling a bit as it shook.
*** Dropship Beowulf , Breifing Room , Jabiim Orbit. ***
"So unless there are more questions..." The Red wolf paused, looking over the room.
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*** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"That's nice - so have the bots or droids look into our payment and the maintenance, but we need to get down planetside, so let's go," Vitani stated, trying to get Kylie's arm and drag him along.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Come, now, Markus - that's no way to treat your wife," Kyle chuckled.
"Ahh, bite me," Markus growled.
"You don't know about the Victory Day Celebration?" Draco asked. "Wow. Well, it's a celebration that marks the anniversary of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps' victory over the Necromyan Collective. It's a galactic holiday here."
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
Distress calls were going out from the Pakuuni sector about hostile ships assaulting the stations there. Numerous ships answered - one of which was Anakin's ship, the Vader's Fist. When he got there, what he saw was shocking.
A fleet of Borg ships, attacking the Imperial Alliance forces. They weren't destroying them, though - merely disabling them. Anakin ordered his comms personnel to get a line to the other allies.
Borg were attacking the Pakuuni Sector.
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*Mongdrigo, Gorbis Mongdrigo*
The remnants of the Mongdrigan military, three million out of the four that deployed against the IFC, haggard, tired and worn.
Lieutenant Beghara helped a wounded soldier to his feet atop one of the command mechs, as they passed through the city’s main gate. Their victory against the IFC was decisive, leaving the fleet without a secure foothold on the surface. Without this foothold, the IFC fleet was captured by Lord Malgus’ own forces.
The Mongdrigans had lost their fiery, military fervor, returning to their survivalist instincts. Within hours, combat engineers repaired the damage caused by the experimental, and utterly inhumane, Tiberium Spire, whose operators were apprehended and awaited sentencing from Malgus. Things were returning to the relative peace that generally persists on Mongdrigo.
And yet, Beghara felt off. There was some in the air, a dark omen. She made a mental note to mention it to Malgus after her debriefing.
*Coruscant, High-Security Prison.*
In a tiny, bare cell in a network of cells sat the impostor Anakin. Arrested for the murder of several Mongdrigans, the odd alien stared at the wall, towards Mongdrigo. He spoke quietly, seemingly to himself.
“They were successful in their defense, and even drew back their stragglers. Good, but a breach like this is unacceptable. I propose a reset. This “Malgus” character has given them too much freedom. My predictions are of them attempting another breach within the year, once their city is repaired and things appear calm.” He stood, dusting himself off.
“It is decided; then. A fifty percent purge will commence upon my return.”
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** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Okay! Okay, don't be so pushy!" Kylie said stomping his feet into the ground, looking like his wife was a mother dragging an overgrown child.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I would but I don't think you'll like the results. nor what comes off, since I tend to bite pretty hard" Krystal chuckled quietly.
"No I just got to this world like a month ago, Draco. I dunno if you remember but my homeworld was ravaged when they found Amie, so when I came back it was kinda. well in ruins..." Asara replied..
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
As if on cue, seven Kitsune Class (https://i.imgur.com/UZS3CFT.png) Cruisers dropped out of Subspace. "This is Captain Pheonix , of the NCC Kitsune's Fire of the Seven tail fleet, we're here to assist, sorry we took so long, we picked up transmissions on long range of the Bo--- Oh shiiatt, their back, do you need assistance?" the captain of one of the ships asked.
*** Dropship Beowulf , Breifing Room , Jabiim Orbit. ***
"Alright then report to your stations in 10 minutes we'll be heading into the amosphere in five!" the Red wolf finished dismissing the group in the briefing room and exiting herself....
The leopard class dropship headed into the outer atmosphere of the swampy world, at first the flight went smoothly until the ship passed under a storm on the surface, a lightning strike overloaded one of the engines causing the craft to sway to the side, the pilots were able to level the ship off but with the engine out they could not gain altitude as the engine damage had damaged some of the manuvering systems, the ship lurched towards the ground now losing some of it's lift... alarm klaxons for yellow alert and crash landing were going off as the ship took a slight dive and started to loose alitude. ON the bridge, everthing was silent as all eyes were on the pilots as they piloted the craft now on a crash course with land into the best glide they could get out of the craft "Raise shields!" someone shouted, as the shields were activated in hopes of softening the landing with it at least some.
*** Hoover Dam, Terra ***
"Nice gun you have there, what's the story behind that?" Risa asked Richard...
-
(IGU, Ray. IGU.)
*** Mongdrigo, Gorbis Mongdrigo ***
Malgus was going over the latest reports from his personal chambers while awaiting Lieutenant Beghara's report. The Mongdrigans fought against the IGU and never hesitated. They did not hesitate to give their lives to drive the IGU from Mongdrigo. Still, Malgus had to wonder just why the IGU targeted Mongdrigo in the first place.
*** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Then quit dragging your feet!" Vitani growled, trying to get Kylie into the shuttle to head down planetside.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Ah yes, I remember," Draco said. "The home world where my grandson met his wife."
Markus just rolld his eyes. Kyle smiled. "The joys of having a wife," he told Markus. "They never seem to run out of quips and smart*** remarks."
"I heard that, Kyle Indari," Anna growled bemusedly.
*** Jabiim ***
Anne didn't need to be a rocket scientist to know this Leopard Dropship was going to crash. So she and her commandos jumped ship to the surface, free-falling to the ground and activating jet packs short of the ground to slow their fall. All landed safely, and Anne opened a comm line to the Beowulf: "Command, this is Commander Anne - commando team and I have reached the surface. Soon as you draw off the base defenders, my team and I will make our entrance."
*** Hoover Dam, Terra ***
"This?" Richard responded, drawing his AKMS. "Family heirloom. We can discuss the details en route to mission AO."
"Which will be in a pre-war vault that somehow escaped detection from us all these years," Moore said.
"Another vault?" Richard asked. "What was this one dedicated to?"
"Preliminary reports indicate this to be a weapons stockpile and research facility for... advanced weapons. Comparable to some of the NCR's Galactic Neighbors' Disruptor weapons," Moore stated. "What's more, we have unconfirmed reports that the Securitron known as 'Yes Man' being there, as well as encrypted radio transmissions that belonged to the late Mister House."
"Mr. House? Isn't he dead?" Richard queried.
"We confirmed him dead just prior to the Second Battle of Hoover Dam, so you can see our concern," Moore replied.
"So why bring Rika and Risa in on this?" Richard inquired.
"Because this is a big Vault, and you'll likely need the backup to eliminate any threats in that vault," Moore said. She looked to Rika and Risa. "Any questions?"
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"Copy, Kistune's Fire, none too soon!" The raking officer of the Pakuuni Sector responded. "These Borg are persistent! They've almost got us overrun! Somehow, they're not adapting to our weapons, but that's bound to change - however, their weapons are ripping us apart! If you can, get word to anyone else in range - we need help!"
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"*** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Then let me go on my own!" Kylie whined back.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah so, kinda just got here, found my adopted Sister and yeah..." Asara replied
Amie stepped away from Drake for a moment before shouting "HEY!" to her Father-in-law/second adoptive father, Kyle
"Well aren't you just nice.." Krystal said to Kyle sticking out her tongue at him." I may be a smart***, Smart*** ,but at least I'm a good one" She added, hugging Markus.
*** Jabiim ***
"Well so much for a stealth Op..." Fixel grumbled adjusting her Katarn armor Helmet. "So what now?" she asked
there was no response from the comms as the crew were focused on getting the craft down safely.... just before the ship hit the ground the lower thrusters, that were usually used to let the craft hover kicked on the forward most ones with more power to bring the front up a litt and also trying to act as brakes with a loud crash and splash the craft landed into the swampy terrain before sliding just over a half mile till it stopped. "Command the Beowulf has landed.... aaaugh!" said the captain before they fell over from the adrenaline rush into their chair.
*** Hoover Dam, Terra ***
"You'll need backup and My skills in hacking computers and knowledge of enclave and vault tech computers will help us here..." Rika replied "And Risa is a stealth commado your gonna need extra guns while I'm busy hacking into any systems we need to." The tan furred girl replied.
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"Copy moving into position to attack the main cube. They shouldn't have adapted to our weapons by now but we're prepared for just about anything...." Said the captain as the ships moved closer to the Borg, moving into weapons range.
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*** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Vitani stepped into the shuttle and assumed the pilot's controls while she waited for Kyle to sit down and strap in. Once that happened, Vitani would power up the shuttle and have it heading toward Dragon'taan's surface. Kyle had a landing pad just outside the manor for shuttles, so she didn't worry about landing permits.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Then it seems you got here just in time; the Victory Day Celebration is something everyone on Dragon'taan looks forward to - parades, fireworks, fun faire... good times. Even Dragons have things to look forward to in it," Sheila chuckled.
Markus just chuckled as his wife embraced him.
*** Jabiim ***
"We make for the AO and hope to god the Mechs stay on track," Anne responded, securing her helmet and taking point into the swampy terrain...
*** Hoover Dam, Terra ***
"Your orders are simple; get to that vault, clear out any opposition, and if any tech remains to be salvaged, signal the NCR. Most importantly, however, if House or any threat to the NCR is there, deal with it," Moore said.
Richard snapped off a sharp salute. "Yes, ma'am!" he replied.
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
The Borg ships seemed to pay little mind to the NCC ships, instead seeming more interested in the Imperial Alliance vessels. It was then that another group of vessels arrived, led by a Negh'Tev-class Battlecruiser. "Commander Knight to Imperial Alliance fleet - I am answering your distress signal," came the radio transmissions of a black anthro-dragoness.
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*** NCCS Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Sheese pushy.." Kylie sighed as he headed into the shuttle, sitting down and strapping in.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I guess that remains to be seen if that's true for me." Asara replied
*** Jabiim ***
"This is the Beowulf, to commando team engines are shot we're not going anywhere proceed as planned scout mechs have been launched, heavier mechs are standing by.."
"I guess the mission is still on then." Fixel replied, readying her custom dc17m.
*** Hoover Dam, Terra ***
"Back to the old vault..." Rika sighed...."You'll hear back from me when we're done, Moore."
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"Glad to see some more party crashers, our weapons will be within range in 5..." the seven tail fleet responded.
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*Mongdrigo*
Beghara made her way down from the command mech, assisting the wounded to the hospital, where medics hustled them to beds for treatment. She then headed for the tower in the center of the city, mulling over her report and the sinking feeling she had in her stomach. In no short time did she reach the door of Malgus’ quarters. Beghara straightened her uniform, and her battle worn armor, and knocked.
“Lord Malgus,” she stated. “Lieutenant Beghara, here with my report.”
*Coruscant*
The Anakin-impostor paced about his cell, thinking. Though the ships buried on Mongdrigo’s surface would prove more than adequate to purge the Mongdrigans, Malgus and his fleet would be a different story. Preliminary reports showed that their weapons consisted mostly of energy and ballistic weapons, physical armor and energy shields. Plus, the other fleet would be equally annoying. Killing them all, though the simplist route, would only draw more attention to the planet. If the Stih Lord were removed, the fleet would follow.
The double sighed. “Archaic beings. Such an annoyance.” He turned to look out of the ray-shielded doorway, watching the guards that patrolled the block. Once neither of the guards had a view into his cell, the double nodded.
The control console in the middle of the block screamed out an alert. A high energy reading came from a few of the cells across the board. The guards ran to investigate, completely missing the alert that followed. The cell holding the Anakin impostor returned no vital signs.
The stranger was gone.
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"Lieutenant - good," Malgus said, standing up and drawing back the hood of this cloak, revealing a scarred, bald head that had numerous cyborg implants and treatments from past injuries. "What do you have?"
*** Dragon'taan ***
Vitani landed the shuttle on the landing pad, and unstrapped from her seat and headed for the door, pausing just shy of it to heave a quick sigh.
*** Indari Manor ***
"Kyle," came the voice of Kyle's AI, Clara, "Thought you should know - Vitani just landed."
"Good," Kyle said, straightening out his uniform. "Let her in."
*** Jabiim ***
"Clearly," Anne growled. "Keep moving - we're halfway to the AO."
*** Hoover Dam, Terra ***
"Good. Looking forward to it," Moore said. Richard snapped off a sharp salute, and headed down toward Quartermaster Bardon to pick up extra provisions, before he would hopefully be heading out to this vault. "So, Risa... still want to know about my AKMS?"
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
When Commander Knight's forces arrived on the scene, the Borg seemed to shift their focus to her vessels - until the Cube went up in a fiery explosion. It was at that moment that the Borg chose to retreat with everything they'd assimilated. They ran to the edge of the area and went to Transwarp.
"Commander Knight to Pakuuni Station - damage report!" Knight commanded.
"Power levels are fluctuating throughout the entire station - the Cube's blast has ionized the entire power grid! Emergency Force fields are not coming on! We have people trapped in various sections of the station! We're forming rescue teams and damage control parties, but they'll need help!"
-
*** Dragon'taan ***
As Kylie stepped out of the shuttle "GRAVITY!!!" He shouted falling to the ground in a kneel....
*** Dragon'taan ***
"So when do these celebrations begin, Grandpa?"
*** Jabiim ***
"Yeah but the scouts never found out what defenses they have.
"SCouts to group they hace calopie turrets on the towers and a couple of mechs are trying to engage us tanks are also moving off the grounds, we'll need support so we can distract them, so our team can get inside..." the scout mechs reported, with the sounds of weapon fire in the background.
*** Hoover Dam, Terra ***
"If you would.." Risa explained, Rika meanwhile prepared something on her wrist....
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"We can render assistance, but it's very odd for the Borg to just retreat like that...." Captain pheonix responded.
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*Mongdrigo*
“The IGU forces were exterminated, with their trans-orbital support destroyed by a civilian ship. One loss, one-thousand four hundred and ninety-nine were recovered across twenty life-craft. They were the ones from Coruscant.”
She cleared her throat and continued.
“At the battle-lines, we suffered acceptable casualties. Five hundred and fifty thousand, lost between enemy and friendly fire. Forty vehicles were lost. Three mechanical, two anti-grav units and thirty five wheeled. The wounded recovered are being treated, though in mixed statuses. It will be a few weeks if not a month before we get an accurate report. End report.”
She snapped into a crisp salute and added. “Sir, if I may speak freely?”
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"I encourage it, Lieutenant. What's on your mind?" Malgus responded, returning the salute.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Vitani chuckled and shook her head, offering a hand to Kylie. "Someone has spent too much time in microgravity," she said.
*** Indari Manor ***
"Later in the afternoon, prior to the evening. It's still early in the morning," Draco said.
"Believe me, I share your impatience," Sheila chuckled. "I always get a kick out of the Dragon Hunt."
*** Mojave Desert, Terra ***
"It really isn't that much to tell; it's a family heirloom," Richard explained. "This rifle has been in my family for generations - my ancestor grandfather had this when he was in service with the Russian Spetsnaz. Do you know of them?"
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"Typical Borg would not retreat like that - but these Borg, Captain, are anything but typical," said the Imperial Alliance captain. "We've been hearing rumors that they've been hitting places all across the various galaxies. Our long-range comms are down - Captain, commander, can I ask a favor of one of you to carry word to Coruscant that the Rumors are confirmed?"
-
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kylie got right back up "You'd think that, if we didn't have Artificial gravity... No I just hate it down here because I have.." he paused to sneeze "Allergies..."
*** Indari Manor ***
"What?" Asara asked "Why would you do such a thing?"
*** Jabiim ***
"Scout team to commando team whatch out a patrol of Occupier tanks are heading in your direction. We're a bit preoccupied at the moment with the rest of the base defenses The leopard's weapons are still online so you could move closer to it if you need to."
*** Mojave Desert, Terra ***
"Not really considering i just got out of stasis like a month ago." Risa replied. "That's it then, no specific modifications no story about where or who produced it?"
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"That's going to be in my report but we'll pass around that as we move on but, we don't exactly have permission to enter Coursant space... not to mention we'd like to avoid any collisions." Captian , Pheonix responded.
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*Mongdrigo*
Beghara nodded.
“Sir, I’m afraid that there’s more on the horizon than peace, even considering Mongdrigo’s chaotic nature. I can’t explain it, combat intuition I suppose. I have no advice or anything like that, just felt like I needed to voice my concerns.”
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"Indeed," Malgus sighed. "I, myself, have felt it. Something feels... off. First the incident with Brottleheim, then we get attacked by the Obsidian Order, then those IGU people... one would think your world attracted such troubles. Regardless, I will not abandon you and your people. If you think of anything else you think I should know, you alert me immediately. Understood?"
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"It's not what it sounds like," Draco explained. "Dragon Hunt is like a dragon version of hide and seek, where multiple dragons go about trying to find one hidden dragon. It can get pretty crazy. If found, the hunted dragon has to flee and evade getting caught."
"And I don't mean to brag, but I'm a pretty big deal when it comes to Dragon Hunt. I can find all the best hiding spots," Sheila chuckled.
*** Jabiim ***
"Copy," Anne responded. "Occupier tanks inbound, keep an eye out." She moved the Commando team toward the AO, which was in sight in the distance.
*** Mojave Desert, Terra ***
"Well, to be fair, an AKMS like this is rare these days, let alone one in this condition," Richard responded. "The Kalashnikov line of rifles dates back centuries, and was originally in service with the Russian military and the Spetsnaz, the Russian Special Forces. My family came to America to escape the regime in Russia, and this rifle was passed down from one generation to the next. I happened to get it before my father died of radiation poisoning. I've made some modifications over the years, with parts I either found or bought - polymer furniture, bakelite magazine, extended range... my next mod, if I can get one, would be to add a Kobra Red Dot sight."
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"Not permitted in Coruscant? Why not? Did you do something bad there?" Knight asked.
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*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"We'll see about that." Asara Smirked.
*** Jabiim ***
The sky lit up a bit as some of the heavier mechs began shooting missiles filling the skie as well as man-made lighting from PPC fire.
*** Mojave Desert, Terra ***
"How about a full on holographic sight?" Rika asked.
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"Were not in trouble we just don't have clearance for that, unless your willing to give us that... don't want to scare the locals. "
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Bio::
Name: Spade
Gender: Female
Home world: Unknown( she doesn't remember her home world)
Species: Chimera
Age: Unknown
Attire: Synthetic kevlar body suit( she woke up with very little items)
Weapons/Items: One series 34 plasma whip and a standard deck of cards in a cardboard box labeled with FATE
Height: 6'11
Biography: She woke up in a rainforest on a planet she does not know the name of, in fact, she remembers very little of her life, her name, her species, and her gender are the only things she remembers. Beside her she found a note with the message: Find the Sith lords, now she tries to do just that, hoping whoever they are can help her.
***Unknown planet***
"Ugh, why does everything hurt so much?" Spade groaned, "Where am I?" She looks around and realizes she remembers nothing.
She finds a note next to her with a message wrote in a foul smelling liquid; Find the Sith lords.
She checks all of her belongings and realizes that she has absolutely no food or drinks, so she decides to walk around and tries to find other people along with food and water.
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*Mongdrigo*
Beghara nodded. “Understood sir. That’s all I wanted to add. I will return to the medical center and care for the wounded.”
The medical staff worked back to back shifts, caring for the injured. The recovery work was slow but steady. Couriers shuttled equipment and supplies to and fro, taking the used supplies to a gigantic burn pit. The moaning of the injured carried on the gentle breeze, but they faded over time. It would be a few days before they quite completely.
-
After what seemed like days( most likely hours) of walking through the jungle, I suddenly smell blood on the wind and hear moaning in the distance. Despite what logic tells me I run towards the sound, the source; a huge medical camp with people running around and helping the injured. I take a step towards the camp only to have an unseen branch trip me knock me to the ground face first hitting my head on a rock and falling unconcious.
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(Was typing up my post, Queen of Spades, when you posted. I would have preferred you waited for me.)
*** Mongdrigo ***
As night settled in over Mongdrigo, a lone figure dressed in armored robes approached Malgus' office. Any guards outside would recognize this man as a Sangheili, and one of particular importance given the expensive look of the attire. At his hip was a Lightsaber Staff weapon. Not wanting an incident, the Sangheili stopped just shy of any guards that would be posted outside the office.
*** Unknown Planet ***
The planet was, indeed, a rainforest. But anyone not familiar with the galactic cartography maps would not recognize it. The environment was thick with vegeation and plants, and there was no clear path to anywhere. When Spade stumbled across the medical camp, and subsequently hit her head, one of the Sith Med Techs noticed and ran over to her with a pair of his aides. They did a quick medical scan, and went to try to pick her up to lay her on a recovery bed.
*** Jabiim ***
Anne lead the commando team through the paths and toward a rear entrance of the base. As expected, this entrance was not well-guarded; only a few rebel soldiers stood guard at the entrance. But it only took one to sound the alarm. "Snipers - take out the guards, fast and quiet," Anne whispered.
*** Mojave Desert, Terra ***
"I could never find one that was specifically designed for an AKMS," Richard sighed. "This model was not designed to be so modular. But there were mods that could fit with it. So I keep an eye out for any Kalashnikov-specific weapon mods. They occasionally pop up."
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"The station commander was one of the first ones to be taken by the Borg, and he was the only one with rank enough out here to get you clearance," the Imperial Alliance Captain stated.
"Actually, I have clearance to operate in UIA Space," Knight suggested. "I could pass along the message. I was headed to Coruscant, anyway, when I heard the distress signal."
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***Unknown planet***
"Ugh, I hate headaches" She groans. She examines her surroundings and realizes she is no longer in a rainforest, instead she seems to be in a medical tent. "Now where am I?" She checks her pockets and is relieved to find that she still has her belongings. She decides to wait for someone comes to speak to her.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Who should come through the tent flaps but a tall, thin wolf dressed in black robes with straight, but still ornate, shoulder pads, and red trimming along the robe's edges. This wolf had characteristic Yellow-glowing eyes.
This wolf was a Sith.
"I must admit," the wolf spoke, his tone seeming uncharacteristically calm for a typical Sith Lord, "I am shocked you managed to find your way to this camp with so few survival supplies. Dromund Kaas is not a world you want to be caught on at night." He paused, inclining his head to some degree. "I am Darth Vulkest, Formerly of the Sith Dark Council and now leading member of the Resurgent Sith Empire. Associate to Lord Wrath, our chief frontline agent. Wrath is in another sector at present, so in his stead, I must ask: What are you doing on Dromund Kaas?"
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Outside of the tent a silver furred Vixen stood waiting "Interesting how the dark side hasn't consumed her, or does that only work on force users?" She asked.
*** Jabiim ***
"They've got a few tanks there, i don't recognize their configuration,make sure none of them reach the vehicles>" Fixel pointed out
outside of the base all of the mechs that were prepared and had a pilot were engaging with the DMC mechs, who were holding back on purpose but not trying to show it to keep the mechs and some of the tanks busy, the battle raged, despite this...
Meanwhile back at the Beowolf the crew finsihed setting up everything to act as a command post and a small fortress with all the turrets on board, the commander on the bridge whatched the battle unfold from the sensor feeds.
** Mojave Desert, Terra ***
"If you want when were done, i can probably make one for you." Rika offered. "The Vault should be down this road." she added.
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"We just need permission from UIA command."
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***Dromund Kaas***
"You may think that what I am going to say is not true but... I have absolutely no idea, all I know is that I woke up a few hours ago in the rainforest with a note reading 'find the Sith lords', which I'm assuming you might be one of those?. I can't remember any details of my life before waking up. Honestly I am really confused why someone would give me this note, I am also confused why I have no memories."
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
Vulkest frowned slightly, then went to put a hand to Spade's forehead with his eyes closed. When they opened again, he removed his hand from her forehead and said, "I believe you. Strange, though - you waking up here with no memory. Equally strange is that you should be given a note saying to find the Sith Lords, but it never specified which Sith Lords. There are several here." He started for the tent entrance before stopping to look over his shoulder at Spade. "Rest up. We're all friends, here, so if you feel inclined to, you can explore the area - just please, do not disrupt the work we are doing here. And don't let my Sith colleagues - force-sensitive and otherwise - intimidate you. We've just been through a lot. Lieutenant Quinn will check in on you momentarily." As he resumed walking, he added, "Welcome to Dromund Kaas." And just like that, he was gone, leaving Spade basically free to rest or explore the base camp.
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
"So she's not, lying?" Nari Following vulkest asked, a bit focused on keeping her anti-force aura as small as possible. "But, how did she end up here if that's the case? people don't just show up randomly out of nowhere, maybe she was shot down? or maybe some of these force emanations did something?"
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"No." Kylie said jumping to his feet " I just have..." he paused to sneeze" allergies since i lived most of my life on the Galatea after Cerinia was rendered uninhabitable."
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***Dromund Kaas***
After wandering around the camp( and getting death glares from various people, including more black robed figures) she decided to get to sleep, not knowing she was going to have nightmare instead of a dream. It started with her in a bedroom in a massive ship in space, a blurred figure came into the room and said in a very deep voice 'It's time for your rite of passage'. The dream flickers and now she is standing in what looks like an arena, across from her stood another blurred figure holding a deep red lightsaber, she looks down and sees the same plasma whip she has now in her hand, the plasma glowing an equally red color. The dream flickers again and now she is standing over her opponent, they are still alive though, just unconscious, then a siren started blaring while a robotic voice says 'We are under attack, all men to your battle stations, this is not a drill, I repeat, this is not a drill'. The dream once again flickers and she finds herself in a hallway with enemy soldiers swarming the hallway, attacking the allies, she starts to fight, but one of the enemy soldiers fire some kind of weapon at her, time slows down as she watches the beam coming straight for her chest, knowing there was no way to dodge or deflect the beam, the beam hits her and she bolts upward out her bed screaming as she checks her chest, finding nothing out of the ordinary. She lets out a sigh of relief as she realizes that it was just a dream. She hopes she didn't wake anybody up with her screaming knowing that that is probably not the case.
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*Mongdrigo*
The robed Sangheili would be met by the ominous clack of rifle bolts sliding into place. “Halt,” called the guard captain on duty, Farvo Clem. He had already drawn the tiberium-edged sword from his hip. “What business do you have with Lord Malgus? Speak quickly and truthfully.”
*Mongdrigo, Five Points Rock*
Since the return of the army, the scientists had quickly shucked their military equipment and had redonned their clean suits, swapping rifles for analysis packages. They had bundled back into the surveyor truck and headed back to Five Points Rock. The circle of stones, set almost a mile from each end to the other, had been left untouched for far too long. Tiberium threatened to creep up the center all spire, which stood a good fifty feet tall. The scientists set up the decontamination equipment and resumed operations, analyzing the strange dust that seemed to build up on the rocks.
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"I am Supreme Commander Luro 'Vadam; I merely wished to discuss matters regarding the IGU with Lord Malgus," the Sangheili said calmly.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Who should be waiting for her to wake but another Sith Lord - one dressed in black armor with a face mask. At his sides were two lightsabers.
Lord Wrath.
"I must admit, I never heard of someone just appearing in the jungles of Dromund Kaas without any survival gear, to say nothing about them randomly finding a base camp by chance," the sith said. "What's your story?"
"Your guess is as good as mine, Agent Nari," Vulkest responded to Nari.
*** Jabiim ***
"Make it happen, but keep to the objective as needed," Anne commanded.
*** Mojave Desert, Terra ***
"We'll discuss that when the op's done and we get paid," Richard responded.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah, that's something I can't get an answer out of anyone about," Vitani said. "What happened to Cerinia? Krystal won't talk about it, and Kyle keeps going pale every time it's mentioned."
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"Well, whoever can, get word to command - the Borg have returned," the Captain responded.
*** Unknown Battle Graveyard ***
In a Battle Graveyard just beyond Reach, a small task force of Borg ships appeared. They immediately spread out, and began assimilating the derelict ships in the area, Covenant or UNSC...
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***Dromund Kaas***
Hearing voices outside her tent, she stepped out to find two sith lords, including the one who spoke to her earlier. She decided to ask them about her strange and terrifying dream. "Do you ever have strange dreams that seems like it was real? Because I'm pretty sure that I dreamed my own death. The part was in this dream I had the same weapon as the one I have now"
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*** Jabiim ***
"Roger." Fixel replied
*** Mojave Desert, Terra ***
"Okay here's the plan, then. You two will raid the vault while I hack into the systems, agree?" Rika asked...
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Well to be fair Krystal wasn't on Cerinia when it happened." Kylie pointed out "Neither was I to be honest."
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"We're trying to get a message through ,but we're getting some intefearence."
*** Mongdrigo ***
Behind Luro his body guard, Kyva a blue armored Sangheili stood, just keeping an eye on Luro, no weapons drawn ,though he had an energy sword on his belt and a Type 51 carbine on his back, both weapons had thier safties on and the sword was turned off. "If Lord Malgus wishes I will stay behind as Luro goes into the throne room." Kyva spoke up.
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*Mongdrigo*
"Negative," Farvo stated. "You will surrender all weapons before meeting with Lord Malgus, and submit to a security scan. Failure to comply will result in ejection. Further resistance will result in summary execution. Am I clear?" To further solidify his statement, more rifles clacked into firing positions.
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*Mongdrigo*
"If you promise that I will get them back when I leave." Kyva grumbled handing over his weapons, turnign to Luro. "Remind me next time your Uncle ask me to look after you to this planet, to not come." he huffed.
*Planet Azalea, Dragon'taan system< Flier and Rhea's home ***
Flier knocked on the door to her home , waiting for her sister to answer two feminie figures waited behind her. "So yeah my sisiter has a bit of temper so be, uhh gentle..." she told the two behind her.
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"Calm down, I'll comply," Luro said, handing over his inactive lightsaber staff. "I have no other weapons but that."
*** Mojave Desert, Terra ***
"Fine with me," Richard commented, unfolding the stock of his AKMS.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh," Vitani said. "Wait, then why does Kyle go pale every time Cerinia is mentioned?"
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"What kind of interference?" Knight queried.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Even Sith have dreams like that, from time to time - often, they are warnings of what might happen," Vulkest told Spade.
"The thing to keep in mind with visions like that, is that they tell of what may be, not what will be," Wrath added.
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*** Mojave Desert, Terra ***
"Right then, you to do your work and i'll do mine,"Rika said openining the wooden door to the vault entrance cave.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"He was planet side when they glassed it, barely made it off ,from what I was told." Kylie pointed out, using some sort of an inhalier to relieve his allergies.
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"Subspace band like the kind Starfleet uses to transmit messages, we're trying a diffrent frequency but it still is getting garbled..."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"If you don't need anything more from me here i'll go take a nap, if you don't mind." Nari said from outside the tent.
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*Mongdrigo*
Farvo took the weapons and deposited them into a sleek black container that another guard had dragged over. The lid moved upward on four hydraulic pistons, and closed with a hiss as three heavy rotary locks spun into position.
Farvo then motioned the guards to either side of the pair, drawing small square tools from their belts. The tools whined as they were waved over the pair, and over each of their extremities. Farvo studied each of the tools read outs, eyeing the pair every few seconds.
“Hm…your armor’s showing up. But, I don’t see anything out of the ordinary.”
He stepped to the side, his troopers following suit, and Farvo motioned to the door. “You’re free to enter.”
-
***Dromund Kaas***
"Well that is a lot to swallow. I do have a request to make though; when you plan to leave this planet, please take me with you, I might find clues to my past elsewhere." She shifted anxiously, "and I don't want to be subjected to the constant death glares I am getting in this camp."
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Think nothing of the looks our subordinates give you," Vulkest said. "They just don't like being here on Dromund Kaas." He looked to Nari. "Go ahead, Nari. I will summon you if I need to."
"As it happens, I was going to Korriban soon, if you'd like to tag along," Wrath offered Spade. "I'll warn you, though - Korriban's a dangerous place.
*** Mongdrigo ***
Luro entered, and was immediately greeted by Malgus. "I trust the guards did not give you too much trouble?"
"It's a good thing my advisor was not down here - I can't say she'd approve of me surrendering my lightsaber," Luro responded.
"They're just doing their jobs," Malgus sighed. "They take my safety very seriously. Surprising, given how poorly their previous leader treated them."
"Regardless, I feel something is off with this world," Luro said.
"I know," Malgus agreed. "I've felt it myself. Like I told one of my lieutenants, it's almost as if this world attracts unscrupulous factions."
"It does seem odd that Mongdrigo would get hit by three near-simultaneous attacks," Luro commented. "So either the Mongdrigans have extremely bad luck..."
"... Or something - or someone - is drawing them here," Malgus concluded, "In which case, I can't help but wonder what or who that might be."
*** Mojave Desert, Terra ***
Richard took off the safety of his AKMS and held it ready to fire, fully expecting something to jump out at them.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"He was...?!" Vitani gasped. "... No wonder he went pale when I mentioned it." She stood just shy of the front door. "Do you wanna ring the doorbell, or should I?"
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"That's strange," the Alliance Captain commented.
"Confirmed - I'm getting interference, now, too," Knight reported. "I think someone's jamming us."
"But why?" the Captain asked.
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"Same with my weapons." Kyva huffed... "Would it possibly be anything to do with those odd green crystals?"
the cave to the vault entrance was barren nothing but rock not even a cave mouse. Rika hooked something up to the vaults control panel, pausing for a second, she put on some sort of one sided headset with a hologram scren over her eye a reverse image of the security camera showing to those looking at the front of it "Yeah he's got a lot of robots Robo-brains, protectrons, but mostly securitrons ,i can't access the overseer's office camera Yes man is probably in there or whoever is running the show, hope you got AP bullets i don't see and sentries." Rika said "When your ready i'll open the door."
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You do it remember i can't handle gravity." Kylie joked "Besides your closer."
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"Attempting other communcation methods, our subspace drives will work fine but our comms are jammed."
** Aeos Orbit< Aleksandr Cluster, **
"Best behave, Malcolm I hope you've been learning from those lessons I've been giving you about Clan culture..." Kelli said as she opened a channel " Aeos command, this is Kelly Wolf, requesting landing clearance..." "Aff, Star Commander you have clearance to land at doc Alpha three. "Aff control starting decent." Kelli replied, cutting the comm.
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***Dromund Kaas***
"I may have no memory of my past, but that does not mean I can't defend myself. I am also tired of this planet, so I will gladly join you."
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Alright, follow me - I'll take you to my ship. I am still waiting on one or two matters to be concluded, which my XO is taking care of, but we'll cast off once he returns," Wrath told Spade as he turned and started in one direction.
*** Vault 23, Mojave Desert, Terra ***
Richard was quick to load a magazine of 7.62x39mm Magnesium-Tip Rounds and rack a round into the chamber, then gave Rika a nod.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Ah, bite me," Vitani growled as she rang the doorbell and waited for the response.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Possibly, but I can't currently say how. I'm still waiting on my science teams to get back to me with intel on what the greater powers of the galaxy could use the Tiberium Crystals for," Malgus sighed.
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"Who could be jamming our long-range comms? And why?" Knight speculated.
*** Aeos Orbit, Aleksandr Cluster, ***
"You never did explain to me what this trip was all about," Malcolm said to Kelli. "Dad looked like he knew something, but he was evasive when I asked. Mom just said to follow your lead."
*** Rebel Facility, Jabiim ***
Once the team was inside, Anne took point and was headed for the central computer core while the mechs outside were busy wrecking everything that shot at them. "Keep your heads on a swivel, team - those b*****ds are in here somewhere..." She cautioned the team.
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***Dromund Kaas***
As Spade followed Wrath she could not help but wonder: why did the dream feel so familiar? It was so familiar, she could not help but think it already happened. She decided to think about that later and continued to follow Wrath, all while she knew that the people around her were watching with so much jealousy it was almost tangible. Wait a minute... she almost felt like she could feel the emotions of the people around her. "Wrath, um, do you ever feel the emotions of the people around you?"
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*** Vault 23, Mojave Desert, Terra ***
Rika opened the vault door it's large door creeking open, oddly the first room was empty..
Risa turned invisible and entered the vault weapon in her hand as she check the room "Room is clear, for now." She said still on alert
"I have a feeling, our target is luring us into a false sense of confort." Rika reported
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I would, but I don't think you'd like it..." Kylie replied with a smirk.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"On one of my Journey's I heard rumors of a green crystal that held wonderous powers, but with those powers came a horrible curse, I'd never thought i'd be able to see one first-hand" Kyva replied.
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
"Your guess is as good as mine."
*** Rebel Facility, Jabiim ***
"I don't like how smoothly this is going, keep on your toes." Fixel said to the others.
*** Aeos Orbit, Aleksandr Cluster, ***
"A New clan has finsihed setting up thier territory on this planet, and as the DMC representative, to the clans, It's my job to formally welcome them, and Tigress wanted me to strike up a couple of deals as well..
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*Mongdrigo*
As the three conversed, without warning, defensive blast shields dropped over the windows and door, effectively locking the three into the room. A blue-rimmed rift would open in the room, scorching the floor. A hooded figure would step forth, head bent low. They would toss the hood back once the rift closed, revealing Anakin Skywalker.
Outside, the guards were in a panic. Already, cutting tools went to work on the three-foot thick ceramic-steel amalgam, but were having little effect. Farvo paced behind the engineers, talking with the technicians.
“What do you mean it’s a “local override”? I’m the only one with codes like that.”
“We aren’t sure, sir. But we’re splicing into the array now, should regain control in an hour or so?”
“Make it an hour! And reach out to Lord Malgus’ fleet. Let them know.”
“We can’t sir. Something’s broadband jamming communications. We’ve got runners relaying messages.”
Farvo sighed. “Can we get a ship up there?”
The technician shook his head. “Negative, sir. Weather’s gone south and flight assists aren’t able to communicate with flight control.”
*Coruscant*
Alarms blared loudly, deep in the maximum security wing of the detention center. The cell that once held the Anakin imposter was empty. No signs of internal or external damage, just empty.
*Vault 22, Mojave Desert, Terra*
“You sure about this,” the figure asked, hidden behind the canary-yellow radiation suit.
“Sure as sun-up,” the other rad-suit clad individual responded. “Hildern said there’s a bunch of caps to be made, and I need a new pair of boots.”
“And the suits?”
“Precaution. Been in a few Vaults and dang near got cooked. Rads’re scary, pre-war ferals even moreso. Keep yer gun close.” For emphasis, the first figure racked a shell into his well-worn hunting shotgun. “Be careful with that flamer. If plants’re thick out here, bet they’re thicker inside.”
“Of course,” the second figure responded, seating the projector of their flamer against the backpack-tank. They drew a stockless plasma rifle from their hip, checking the energy cell and emitter before following the first radsuit inside.
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"What's the meaning of this?!" Malgus demanded, standing to face the Anakin imposter.
*** Vault 23, Mojave Desert, Terra ***
"Would not surprise me," Richard said, keeping his AKMS leveled. A glint of white caught his eye, and when he went to investigate, he came upon a skeletal corpse with an MA5D ICWS in its lap. "... the hell?" Richard whispered. He looked to Rika and Risa. "Either of you know anything about a UNSC group operating in this area?"
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Sometimes - many Force-Sensitives often do, but they initially learn to tune it--" Wrath spoke, but then stopped speaking and walking abruptly, slowly turning to Spade. "Spade... have you ever done something you couldn't explain, something that seemed unnatural or magical?"
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
In an unexpected turn, a battle group of Starfleet vessels dropped out of warp, and an open hail went out: "This is Admiral Sullivan to anyone within the sound of my voice - I am answering your distress call. If you can hear me on this channel, please acknowledge this transmission."
*** Aeos Orbit, Aleksandr Cluster, ***
"That's nice, but I still don't get why mom and dad sent me along for this mission," Malcolm said.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The door opened up to reveal Anna standing with a smile. "Welcome, Vitani - you're right on time," she said, ushering Vitani and Kylie in. She turned to call out, "Markus! Your sister is here!"
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"I'm just as surprized as you are, Lord Malgus." Kyva growled mostly angry at the intruder...
*** Vault 23, Mojave Desert, Terra ***
"UNSC out here?" Risa asked
"What would they be doing out here, there's nothing much of value to them." Rika added.
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
The NCC fleet sent a hello hail ,but otherwise remained silent.
*** Aeos Orbit, Aleksandr Cluster, ***
"They thought you'd like being with me , and besides it's a good way to learn about Clan culture." Kelli replied.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kylie crossed his arms. "And what about me?" he grumbled "I may spend most of my life in space ,but that doesn't mean I'm totally a loner..."
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***Dromund Kaas***
Surprised by the sudden question she wracked her brain and tried to remember any instance of strange or irregular occurences around her and remembered seeing a pond starting to ripple faster and more noticeably as she got closer, she then remembers trying to pick a fruit from a tree that was too tall for her to reach and somehow the branch with the specific fruit that she wanted moved into her grasp without her even touching it. She then spoke her thoughts to Wrath with a bit of discomfort.
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*Mongdrigo*
The imposter raised a single, blue-hued hand and spoke. “I come bearing a message. An ultimatum, more accurately.” His voice was cold, inhuman. Mechanical. His hand lowered, folded behind his back. “You, Malgus, have become quite the…headache, as you forms say. You’ve broken our quarantine of this planet. No doubt, you barely grasp what the lifeforms here pose to the galaxy.” He made an odd, muffled cough, as the disguise vanished. Instead of Anakin’s visage, the visitor’s true face was revealed. Two horseshoe shapes stacked at angles with each other, a ruby red eye on each of the side protrusions, a strange proboscis on the bottom and a strange membrane on top.
“Now, let me clarify a few facts. These…Mongdrigans, are a sigma-class infestation. Simulations infer that an unchecked population would strip a planet of its resources within a handful of years. We had isolated them to this planet, poisoning it to keep their population small. We allowed them transorbital flight, after a time, to keep them from exploring further. By removing all life from the system aside from their own, it would dissuade them from exploring further. And yet,” he cast a withering glance to the Sangheili, before setting his gaze on Malgus. “You have grown attached to this…infestation. Sangheilios has been saved, and the situation on Coruscant has been handled. But now, we face a crossroads. Your meddling with this species was unforeseen, your victory against Brottleheim even moreso. So I have come as a peaceful envoy. Take your men, your technology, and leave this planet. Within the hour, our contingency plan will be inacted, reducing the Mongdrigan population to below half. Afterwards, we will rewrite their memories, removing your involvement and of the past. Tabula rasa, such the ancient Earthlings would say.”
*Vault 22, Mojave Desert, Terra*
A flurry of green plasma arced through the once sterile hallways of Vault 22, splashing against the carnivorous plants that grew uncontested. Meanwhile, practiced hands picked the lock of yet another box, a bag full of scavenged goods beside it.
After another burst, the plasma rifler spoke.
“You gonna drag your feet any more? I’m about ready to cook this place. Running low on cells.”
The lockpicker chuckled.
“Settle yerself. I’m almost through. Gotta be a password in here, yeah? Then we’ll copy the data on that terminal and make like trees, present company ignored.”
A sigh of frustration preceded another burst of fire.
“Tyberius Sent, you never take anything seriously.”
Tyberius laughed heartily as the safe door swung open.
“Gotta give that razor sharp wit of yours a rest sometimes, Six. C’mon, let’s scoot.”
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"And where would you have my followers and I go?" Malgus asked. "I liberated these people as a show of mercy. I have not been on this planet near long enough to find any effective counters to whatever threat these people pose."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Wrath hummed in thought. "This... sounds somewhat like signs of Force-Sensitivity. But I cannot be certain," he said. He motioned for Spade to follow him, and they would walk into the Fury-class Interceptor. "We can pursue this further after we complete the task on Korriban. Which reminds me, it may be a redundant question, but are you familiar with Korriban?"
*** Vault 23, Mojave Desert, Terra ***
"It's always something out here in the Mojave..." Richard growled. He looked to Risa, motioning his head. "Take point - I've got your six."
*** Pakuuni Sector ***
With another fleet present, Jacqueline decided to run the message to IA Command on Coruscant. She and her fleet warp jumped away, leaving the Federation and NCC fleets to run damage control on the Pakuuni Starbase.
*** Aeos ***
Malcolm sat back in his seat with his arms crossed as his girlfriend piloted the shuttle.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"No one said you were - we all know you're dating Vitani. Welcome to Indari Manor, Kylie," Anna chuckled. It was then that Markus came out, and he and Vitani hugged.
"So glad you could make it," Markus told Vitani. He looked to Kylie. "I trust she hasn't been giving you too much trouble?"
*** Onyxia Prime Orbit ***
Bryce awoke aboard his starship, the Steelhawk, and marched onto the bridge. He'd been sitting over the home world for days, with nothing to do. But that would change today. "Commodore Bryce, sir! Message from high command!" piped up one of his crewmen.
"Acknowledged," Bryce responded. He accessed the computer unit in his chair, and read over the message. He wasn't surprised, but he was pleased. "Comms, get a line to Captain Sebastian, have him and his escorts form up around me. Tell our escorts to form up. Helm, prepare to break orbit, destination: Dromund Kaas."
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*** Vault 23, Mojave Desert, Terra ***
Risa nodded going semi-transparent as she slowly walked into the vault, nothing happened, yet the entrace room was barren not even a rad roach. "I imagine the robots are waiting for us in a deeper section." Risa pointed out
Meanwhile Rika worked on unlocking more doors in the vault...
*** Aeos ***
"I would have thought you'd be a little more interested.." Kelli spoke up as the shuttle hit the atmosphere.
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(I'm making a new character)
***Dromund Kaas***
"If I used to know about it I don't now. Will there be anything else you will need from me before we leave?"
***Korriban***
Bio::
Name: Cole
Gender: Male
Age: 21
Home world: Korriban
Species: Ferinian
Attire: Light tactical body armor, Light sun visor
Weapons/Items: No weapons, one multi tool.
Height: 6'3
Biography: His parents fled their home world when he barely a year old and took him to Korriban to raise him, at age 21 both of his parents died of a mysterious disease that he was somehow immune to and he was forced go out into the world and scavenge for food and water.
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*Mongdrigo*
The creature pondered this a moment before speaking. “You are a student of the Sith, yes? Your kind were once a conclave of great number. But now you are scattered. I suggest you find them. Dromund Kaas. There you will find like minded allies.”
*Mormon Fort, Freeside*
“Gentlemen,” Hildern said as he handed a small burlap bag of caps to the two adventurers. “I’m very pleased with this outcome. We’ll be able to vastly improve crop production, both here and for the sharecroppers. Provided, of course, he added with a grin. “The NCR pay for the treatments.”
Taking their spoils, Tyberius and Six walked out of Hildern’s office, and out of the Fort. “Let’s head home, Mr. Sent. This suit is uncomfortable,” Six spoke in a matter-of-fact tone. Tyberius chuckled, patting his friend on the back before heading towards Novac.
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
"No - just strap in. We'll be underway shortly," Wrath told Spade.
*** Mongdrigo ***
"Other Sith... Dromund Kaas... and you think telling me about these Sith will convince me to abandon the Mongdrigans? Look at who you are talking to," Malgus told the entity, "I am Darth Malgus. Warrior of the Sith Empire. I seek to create an Empire, united in passion and loyalty, rather than simplistic dedication to an absent Emperor! Sith on Dromund Kaas like me? They will be offered a place in this new Empire. The Tiberium? Between what I know and what I have learnt, it is clear to me that Tiberium is unique in this part of the galaxy. With knowledge and precautions, we can refine it to things this region has never seen. We will be the Custodians of Tiberium - where fools misuse Tiberium, we will be there to contain and eliminate the threat. The Mongdrigans will have a presence in the galaxy, free from tyrants and monsters alike. So, abandon the Mongdrigans to you? After all I have done for them? After the victories we have achieved? You mistake me for another kind of Sith."
*** Vault 23, Mojave Desert, Terra ***
"So I imagine," Richard said. He kept his AKMS leveled and ready to fire as he moved slowly among the corridor. "You'd think that whoever controls this vault right now would make some kind of indication they know we're here; that vault door wasn't exactly subtle."
*** Aeos ***
"I'm just leery about being among the clans," Malcolm sighed.
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***Dromund Kaas***
"Ok, get me if you need me. I'll be going to find some food." She walks off in search of said food.
***Korriban***
When his parents got the illness he wasn't worried at first, but when they started to cough up blood he became concerned, then when they were constantly coughing and hacking he realized something was very wrong. He tried everything to keep them alive but it was no use, they eventually died and left him alone with nothing but a multi-tool and a few rations. He was soon out of supplies and decided to venture out into the desert hoping someone will find him.
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*** Aeos ***
"Just do not use conjuctions."
*** Mongdrigo ***
"I tire of this conversation." Kyva growled.
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*Mongdrigo*
“A bold claim,” the creature stated. “However, that is not my concern. My superiors are more than capable of containing the spread of Tiberium. It is the Mongdrigans themselves that are the issue. Your actions may doom hundreds of thousands of planets.” He shook his head. “I’m afraid I cannot allow this. The Mongdrigans will be culled to fifty percent of their current population. It is unfortunate we could not reach an agreement, Malgus. Perhaps next time.” He then turned away, facing the door to Malgus’s chamber. “My time here is up.” A warp sphere snapped into the room, scorching the floor and knocking loose paper astray. The sphere contained an environment not dissimilar to a xenomorph hive. Blue-black organic material lined the wet walls, humid air poured fetid from the entrance. A few strange, four-legged spherical beings scuttled to and fro, paying no mind to the warp sphere.
The visitor stepped into the sphere and turned back to face Malgus and his guests. “I do wish you all well.” With that, the sphere snapped shut, a noise like thunder followed.
A mechanical groan quickly filled the silence, as blast shields shuddered and attempted to rise.
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*** Mongdrigo ***
Malgus growled for a moment before extinguishing his lightsaber and clipping it back to his belt. He would try and access the comms and reach his subordinates - where, if successful, he would tell them to prep for imminent assault.
*** Aeos ***
"Right," Malcolm sighed.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
It did not take long for the rest of Wrath's crew - a female Twi'lek, a Talz, a bulky human, and an HK Droid - to get to Wrath's ship. He called for everyone to strap in as he prepped the ship for launch.
*** Dromund Kaas Orbit ***
A Dragon Federation battle fleet emerged from Hyperspace over Dromund Kaas, and sent out an open hail, making clear they were there to assist. The hail was met by Darth Vulkest, who welcomed the DF fleet to Dromund Kaas.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Kylie," Vitani spoke to her boyfriend, "My brother asked you a question."
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"Lord Malgus i do believe your loyal servants are about to break in, What should i do to avoid conflict?" Kyva asked.
** Aeos ***
"I'll be able to translate what their saying ,so don't worry about it."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Mind if I tag along?" Nari asked alredy strapped in to one of the other seats.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kylie was spaced out looking for his sister "OH, well uhh." He paused rubbing his head "I do wish we could spend more time on the Galatae...." he noted "other than that... I don't think i can recall any problems."
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***Dromund Kaas***
Spade returns from her search for food with a sandwich, she straps herself in and starts to devour the sandwich. Once she has finished she says "ready when you are!"
***Korriban***
After days of searching for food and water and only finding sand, Cole was just about ready to give up and kick the bucket when he stumbles upon an oasis complete with water and food, he had found his salvation.
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*Mongdrigo*
The blast shudders shook, just as the entry door was exposed, and collapsed back into the floor. Then, a cacophonous rattle came from the other side of the door, followed by a few slight bangs.
Outside the office, Captain Farvo paced, as another empty fuel tank was added to the growing pile beside the cutting torch. “Blast these doors!” He then stopped, turned on his heel, and faced the door. “Blast…exactly! Bring up the liquid tiberium charges.” Farvo turned and looked out the window, satisfied with himself.
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*** Mongdrigo ***
It was at that moment that Captain Quinn came running up to the office, and to Captain Farvo. "Captain, I had received word that Lord Malgus was in trouble. What's the situation?" he asked.
"Stay away from the doors, for starters," Malgus responded to Kyva. "Ten to one, they'll use the Tiberium charges."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"If you want to," Wrath told Nari. The ship shuddered as it rose, and then shot into the sky. The clouds churned and blocked view, until they finally gave way to the stars. "Plot a course for Korriban, Vette," Wrath commanded.
"Plotting course," The blue-skinned Twi'lek responded. "Let's hope this trip goes better than my last to Korriban."
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Didn't you have some plan to have Vitani included in your band for this year's Victory Day Celebration and Parade?" Markus asked. Vitani frowned, looking to Kylie. "You never mentioned anything like that!" She protested. "What position did you intend me for?"
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*** Mongdrigo ***
Kyva nodded and stepped away from the door leaving Malgus space as to not appear threatening.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"If I may, what happened 'last time?' " Nari asked.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
" I dunno can you play anything, honestly I'm still working up the playlist along with talking with Tigress, about the preperations the band is going to play on the Galatae this time we're going to be flying her in low orbit as part of the aerial parade." Kylie explained "I'd been meaning to ask you ,but stuff came up."
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***Dromund Kaas***
Spade finished her sandwich then turned to Nari and muttered; "Are you sure you want to know, I may not have been there but judging from his tone, it was not good."
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*Mongdrigo*
Farvo turned and smiled. “Ah, Captain Quinn. Excellent timing. Lord Malgus’s chambers sealed themselves off, a manual override on his side. We suspect the visitors are to blame. We’ve confiscated their weapons, but even then, they could’ve overpowered the Lord. We’re preparing to breach. Just stack against the wall opposite me, behind Dagrim and Sark there. Just gotta wait for liquid charges. We’ll uh…uhm…Quinn, do you see that?”
Far in the distance, over the Five Point Rock research post, an ion storm formed. But something sat inside it, gigantic and mechanical.
Farvo rushed around Quinn, and tapped away at a communication terminal.
“Blast,” Farvo hissed, pounding the keypad. “Long range communication is down. Can’t reach the research post. Something’s going on.”
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*** Mongdrigo ***
Quinn tried his own communicator, to no avail. He looked to Farvo. "What's supposed to be over there? You said something about a research post? What were they working on?"
*** Fury-class Interceptor, leaving Dromund Kaas ***
"I believe she was talking about me," Vette said. She sighed. "I've been to Korriban several times. Last time, though... got attacked by a group of scavengers possessed by Dark Spirits. Almost didn't make it out alive." She then shook her head. "Korriban can be a dangerous place, even to the sufficiently prepared."
"No different than Hoth," Wrath commented. Vette scoffed.
"Don't get me started on Hoth, Wrath," she said.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, I play a decent guitar, if that's any help. Got pretty good with certain songs," Vitani responded.
*** New Romulus ***
Admiral Trask walked through the halls of the New Romulus Command Building, on his way to a meeting with other top brass. Just a typical meeting, he had been lead to believe, but rumor was there would be a DMC rep there - for what reason was not immediately clear.
*** Aeos ***
Malcolm waited for the shuttle to land, mentally prepping himself for a meeting with the Clans.
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***Fury-class Interceptor, leaving Dromund Kaas***
When they mentioned Hoth something stirred in her consciousness, but it left as soon as it came, she tried to grasp onto that feeling again but she failed. To an outside viewer she seemed to freeze, her eyes becoming unfocused, and she even said Hoth under her breath.
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*** Fury-class Interceptor, leaving Dromund Kaas ***
"What's wrong with hoth?" Nari asked.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Can you do Van Halen?" Kylie asked "the banf members found one Van halen song we're doing a cover of." Kylie asked
--Den ---
"So is there anything else to do?" Asara asked.
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*Mongdrigo*
Farvo nodded. “Aye. That research station worked on Five Point Rock. It produced extremely strange energy patterns during ion storms. Like a powdered energy. Problem was, it caused objects denser than specialized polymers to destabilize. The research station’s equipped with storm protection. Must be a bad storm.” The Captain went to turn away, but stopped as the storm lurched forward at speed.
“Never seen one do that before,” Farvo stated quietly.
As the storm closed in, Farvo’s panic began to rise. Small, ‘L’-shaped things flew from the inside of the storm, swooping and diving through the iridescent clouds. Farvo thumbed his radio and spoke. “All channels, respond. This is Farvo. Respond.”
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"Are there any other methods of communication on Mongdrigo?" Quinn asked, not taking his eyes off the storm.
As he said this, a Harrower-class Battlecruiser started descending through Mongdrigo's atmosphere, comm signals going out trying to establish contact.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, leaving Dromund Kaas ***
"Hey," Wrath said, bumping Spade. "You good?"
"Oh, I don't know, the cold, the Wampas, the pirates, the fanatics - take your pick," Vette told Nari.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I could," Vitani responded. "But are you gonna do more than that? Maybe some Breaking Benjamin? Nickelback? Skillet?"
---Den---
"Not much," Draco sighed.
"Oh, I just remembered, Mathayus was looking for you," Sheila said to Asara.
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*** Fury-class Interceptor, leaving Dromund Kaas ***
Being bumped by Wrath took her out of her horrible daydream, as soon as it came she forgets every detail of it. "Oh, yeah, yeah I'm fine."
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*** Fury-class Interceptor, leaving Dromund Kaas ***
"I would think the dark side on Korriban or other planets like it would be worse, but I'm immune to such things so..." Nari replied with a shrug.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Depends what the band wants ,but we'll be doing Van Halen -Runaround Boston- piece of mind, fans love the guitar duet. we were thinking of trying Blow me away by Breaking Benjamin and maybe So cold ,but we really need ideas for new songs we can cover, problem is we usually stick to fast paced hard rock or just rock., I know Ruby or Tala wanted to do some AC/DC and then Tigress suggested we tryin 3 doors down -kryptonite, but like i said we needed more ideas. Lupe mentioned trying Radioactive by imagine dragons to start."
---Den---
"Any idea what for?" Asara asked.
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*Mongdrigo*
Farvo shook his head. “Negative. We haven’t found a counter to ion storm interference.” He peered hard at the storm. The mechanical structure inside drifted slowly towards the city, the small “L”-shaped craft nipped in and out of the storm.
An earthquake shook the tower gently. Farvo steadied himself on the window. Another storm formed opposite the first, closing on the city. Then Farvo saw it. A warp sphere, which closed quickly.
Farvo turned and shouted. “We’re being invaded!”
A guard pulled Farvo against the wall, as a Tiberium charge was placed against the blast shield. “We’re ready, sir!”
Farvo held up a paw, drawing his sidearm, and counted down from three. The charge detonated, filling the hallway with smoke.
*Inside Malgus’s chamber*
A thunderous boom followed a chunk of the blast shield, which thudded against the floor. A thick cloud of smoke rolled into the chamber, obscuring most of everyone’s vision. Farvo’s voice cut through the thick smoke.
“Secure the Great Leader!”
Through the smoke, Malgus would see a figure charge into the room, as a few others followed suit. The rapidly-approaching Farvo would bodily tackle his Lord, sending them both to the ground. The guards kept both visitors at gun point, shouting orders and advancing slowly. As the first reached Kyva, the Sangheili would suddenly catch the stock of a rifle to the back, as did Luro, sending the pair sprawling. The guards braced their knees against the visitors’ backs, gun barrels pressed against their heads.
Farvo would stand, helping Malgus to his feet. “Lord Malgus, I apologize for my brashness. Are you okay?” He turned and pointed at the guests. “Restrain them! They will answer for this!”
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"STAND DOWN!" Malgus barked. "These Sangheili are not responsible for what happened here!" He turned to Farvo, describing his encounter with the strange warp-creature as he got to his feet. He concluded with, "We need to get support down here, and fast!" In a window behind Malgus, a Harrower Battlecruiser could be seen appearing descending through the clouds.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, leaving Dromund Kaas ***
"You wouldn't know what it's like, considering the Force has zero effect on you," Wrath commented. The Fury then jumped to Hyperspace. Vette turned around in her chair.
"We've got an hour before we hit Korriban," she announced. "I'm gonna go snag a bite." She then got up and headed for the cargo bay. Wrath turned to Spade.
"Like I said before - Korriban is a dangerous place. Dark Side energies permeate the planet. Can drive you insane if you're not careful," he explained. "Especially considering the area of Korriban we're headed to."
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Didn't you need a lead singer for that one Evanecence song?" Markus asked.
"He wouldn't say," Sheila replied. "But he did ask us to send you to the Crusader Temple if we bumped into you before he did."
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"Thank you, Lord Malgus." Kyva said cooperating with the purple raccoons.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, leaving Dromund Kaas ***
"No ,but I've heard stories and seen lesser beings effected by it." Nari replied "Comes with hunting there for relics, since I'm immune to the effects there i tend to be sent there a lot." she added.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"But I'm no Jedi.." Asara shrugged. "Very well i best get to him now." asara said prepping to leave wings growing out of her back...
"I was saving that role for Vitani..." Kylie replied "I mean Lupe Ruby or Tala could cover it if she declined, but my original intent was for her to fill that role at the least."
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*** Fury-class Interceptor leaving Dromund Kaas ***
"I have a feeling that something good will happen.""
*** Korriban ***
After a few hours of eating the fruit from the trees in the oasis, he suddenly had a feeling someone was coming to him from very far away...
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*** Fury-class Interceptor en route to Korriban ***
"Really?" Wrath spoke, the interest evident in his voice. "And what makes you say that? What gives you this feeling?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
A Young Pandaren female walked along the streets of Draco City. Most might mistake this Pandaren for Admiral Ketorr Reznov's Pandaren God-Daughter, Lian, so they gave her a wide berth.
But this wasn't Lian. She was dressed in black armored robes and had a pair of lightsabers clipped to the belt. Lian was neither a Jedi nor one to wear attire such as this. She was proud of her military heritage, and on days like this day in particular, she would wear her uniform. So to anyone who knew her, this Pandaren woman was not Lian. But she did have a reason for coming to Dragon'taan. But no one would know this, as she walked along the streets of Draco City.
Mathayus, on the other hand, sat in his meditation chambers atop one of the towers of the Dragon'taan Crusader Temple, meditating as he awaited Asara. He could feel a dark presence on Dragon'taan, but he knew not who or what. Equally worrying was he could not ascertain any intent.
*** IKS Ravager, en route to Battle Zone ***
The Capellans had invaded Klingon space. High command did not know why. But they made the mistake of crossing swords with the Empire, and in response, Captain Aklash, commanding the D'Tai-class Battleship Refit IKS Ravager, was tasked with leading the Empire's response to the unprovoked aggression from the Capellans. Aklash had heard of them, but never thought he'd get a chance to face them in battle. With an open comm, he began to pound the arms of his chair in a rhythmic pattern. His first officer picked up on the pattern, and she began to sing, "Qoy qeylIs puqloD! Qoy puqbe'pu'! yoHbogh matlhbogh je SuvwI! Say'moHchu' may' 'Iw! maSuv manong 'ej maHoHchu'! nI'be' yInmaj 'ach wovqu'! batlh maHeghbej 'ej yo' qIjDaq vavpu'ma' DImuv! pa' reH maSuvtaHqu' mamevQo' maSuvtaH, ma'ov!" (Translation: Hear, sons of Khaless! Hear, daughters too! The blood of battle washes clean the warrior brave and true! We fight, we love, and then we kill! Our lives burn short and bright! Then we die with honor, and join our fathers, on the black fleet together, we battle forever, through the eternal fight!)
The Warrior's anthem. A perfect song to sing - not to mention appropriate - for a Klingon charging into battle.
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*Mongdrigo*
Farvo shook his head. “Can’t get a signal in or out, sir. Ion storm rolled in, a big one. It’s…different. There’s something inside it, too big for a storm rider. Our storm defenses are going up now, I’m sure. Standard protocol.”
The Captain would have continued, but he was interrupted by a teeth rattling groan that echoed for miles. He turned to the window, watching the battle cruiser drift towards the storm.
“No…no no, they need to get out! That storm’s gonna fry their systems!”
As the Harrower descended into the storm, they’d experience minor electrical failures. Things like lights and air vents would begin to flicker and fail, though the intensity and criticality of the failing systems would increase the deeper they entered the storm.
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*** Fury-class Interceptor en route to Korriban ***
"She's force sensative isn't she?" Nari asked...
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Asara would pass over the dark cloked pandarian on her way to the temple ,but once she got to the temple she was escorted to Mathayus by some blue tiger like beings, who would try to inform him that his 'visitor' had arrived.
*** Battle Zone ***
As if on Cue a Vo'quv carrier would drop out of warp Klingon scanners would identify the vessle as the IKS Lyons Den. a hail would come to most klingon vessels from the ship's captain Kreya a ferasan woman "Hail all warriors of the empire let us show these pathetic humans what it means to be KLINGON!" She said raising her bat'leth.
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*** Fury-class Interceptor en route to Korriban ***
"Oh I just-" She was cut off as her eyes once again became unfocused and she said "There is someone waiting in the oasis..." before slumping over, unconscious.
***Korriban***
At the same moment Spade slumped over Cole could feel a pulse of extremely concentrated willpower and emotion. It was so powerful, it felt like a bomb went off in his head, he clutched his head and screamed before also falling unconscious.
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*** Fury-class Interceptor en route to Korriban ***
"That sounds a lot like Force-sensitivity to me," Wrath commented, making sure Spade's head was supported and in a position where she could breathe. "Said something about an oasis... Nari, know anything about that?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus rose from his meditative trance, and approached Asara. "Good, you've arrived. I need your help on this matter... and I need you to be discreet. There is a dark presence here on Dragon'taan, but I cannot ascertain who or what it is, nor any motive."
Meanwhile, the strange Pandaren woman continued to wander the streets, looking curious - as any newcomer would be - but refraining from doing anythying to draw attention to herself. That she did not need. Still, she was unclear as to why her master would come here - or what exactly it was she was expecting to find.
*** Mongdrigo ***
Fortunately, the Harrower would take the cue and move away from the storm. "Has this kind of thing happened before?" Quinn asked Farvo.
In the streets, Sith soldiers were setting up all kinds of anti-air and anti-personnel defenses, as though they sensed impending danger from this event. It was unclear what spurred them, but they seemed to be focused on the Storm.
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*** Fury-class Interceptor en route to Korriban ***
"Can't say I'm familiar with any in particular i was mostly in the sith tombs searching for artifacts for the crusader temple archives..." Nari replied "There are various oasis outside of the tombs and Valley of the Dark Lords, I recall one near the old Sith academy.." Nari replioed.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I think I felt it's presence on the way in, it was a feint dark signature i felt, but i wasn't able to get a good view as i was too high up." Asara replied "What do you want me to do with this prsense? I'd prefer not to fight as Nari puts it a "Jedi" or what you refer to as a experienced Force-sensitive."
The Pandarian women would end up mistakenly bumping into a tann almost brown furred fox who fell to her behind...
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*** Fury-class Interceptor en route to Korriban ***
As soon as Spade woke up she said "Don't land yet! I need a map of Korriban." After being shown a map of Korriban she pointed at an oaisis near the same Sith academy that Nari referred to and said "There, that's the oasis where he is, but we need to get to him quick! He does not know yet but he is dying of internal bleeding that needs medical treatment and fast!"
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*Mongdrigo*
Another two storms formed around the city, completely hemming it in. Power flickered and died throughout the city as the storms intensified. More of the small craft dipped in and out of the clouds, followed by much larger crescent shaped craft.
Another groan echoed around the city, causing some of the weaker windows to crack and splinter. An almighty crash filled the air, like an earthy explosion. In the distance, a huge plume of dirt and tiberium dust rose from Five Points Rock, all the way to the storm clouds.
*Research Outpost*
Doctor Maxwell Hymar, lead to the now ex-research program, dragged himself from the wreckage of his lab-trailer. As he pulled his broken frame from the wreck, he looked to the sky and began to weep as the bottom of Five Points Rock disappeared into the sky. He watched, in horror, as a white-blue glow began emanating from the clouds. It was would be the last thing he would see.
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"What the hell is going on out there?!" Quinn demanded.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Korriban ***
"Vette, alter course!" Wrath commanded.
"On it! Hang on!" Vette responded. The Fury dropped out of hyperspace, and descended the atmosphere of Korriban, headed for and landing in the Oasis. The boarding ramp lowered, and Wrath was the first off. "Spade, take us to the injured man," he told Spade.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"For now, ascertain it's motives and intent," Mathayus responded. "There has to be a reason this dark presence is here. If it attacks, you are authorized to defend yourself - but somehow, I don't think it'll come to that. Call it an instinct."
The Pandaren with the churning yellow eyes smiled. "My apologies," she apologized, extending a hand. "I did not intend to knock you to the ground. I was taking in the... enormity, of this city."
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*** Korriban, Cole POV ***
Cole woke up with a pounding headache and worse still he was bleeding through his nose and ears, which he knew was not a good sign. He tried to stand but his limbs barely moved and as the darkness swallowed his vision he saw a ship descending into the oasis.
*** Korriban, Spade POV ***
Spade nodded to Wrath and led them to a man laying in the sand, unconscious and bleeding through multiple places on his face. "It's worse than I thought, judging by how much blood is coming out of his nose and ears he is in big trouble" she bent down and checked his pulse. When she did so her eyes widened and she said "He's still alive! He needs the pressure from the blood in his skull to be released, quick, give me some surgical tools!" When one of them did so she began to work on his head, once she was finished she said; "That's the best I can do, he will need to be monitored to make sure no more bleeding occurs." As she turned around everyone saw that she was now bleeding heavily through her nose....
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"Luro, do we have a quick way off planet?" Kyva asked "I don't think were getting off without something big happening."
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Korriban ***
The silver vixen stepped off the ramp in some rather light clothing (https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/336968846026080258/877570800947970108/Nari.jpg) she looked around and stopped for a second. "Be careful the sith acadamy is one of the most active places for the dark side aura due to it's history." she explained.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Alright, I'd prefer not to get into a fight, since I'm not armed at the moment, most thugs i can take out with my dragon powers, but I'll see what i can do Shall i bring such person to you if possible?"
the Fox, now human accepted the hand and pulled herself up "So your new here too?" She asked "what can you tell me about this city i kinda got lost myself." the human female replied, her green eyes glowing a little.
***UNSC Territory, Reach, Spartan II training facility, armory***
A young UNSC officer stepped up to the podium in front of many new Spartans, not in their armor, yet,but in their tech suits. in the background Dr.halsey, Tigress arcnon and the Tiger's asssitant a khajiit named Keri were discussing minor details quietly.
THe officer began to speak "ATTENTION!" The Spartans all stood at attention, in responce "These last few months have been grueling and tiring for all of you ,but know that your sacrifices and vigilance will be rewarded in kind ,as for those who washed out of this program, we salute them and thank them for their service, And we thank you as well, we hope that one day they will get their chance to serve their dream. As for the rest of you it's finally time to done your armor and become full spartan II's , the best humanity has to offer, remember that you not only hold the fate of humanity in this new era, but also the traditions, customs and name of the UNSC as well as the formal Title of SpartanII, Consider the armor akin to your diploma or initiation, and may you serve the UNSC and it's allies with honor and distinction, may you continue to honor the Customs and traditions of the UNSC and the Spartan II program, Congratulations, you are now officially Spartan II"s, talk with the ops officer for your assignments, DISMISSED!
After the speech the spartans would walk to the side of the room to don their new Armor Keri and Tigress assisting the tech teams...
***Dragon'taan orbit***
A Harrowing Class Destroyer dropped out of warp and it's captain a Grey male wolf would Hail the control tower on the ground...
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*** Oasis near Dreshdae, Korriban ***
In response, Wrath reached out with the Force in an attempt to stop the bleeding before it got worse for either of them. The Force had a great many applications - healing and medical attention was just one of many uses.
While Wrath went about trying to heal Cole and Spade, an unusual shuttle shaped like an arrowhead roared overhead and settled somewhere in the Valley of the Dark Lords.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yes, if they are willing," Mathayus replied.
"You're asking the wrong person," the Pandaren replied to the woman. "I only just got here." She looked about. "I was trying to find my master. I was under the impression he came here."
*** Reach ***
Spartan-X050 walked among the streets of Reach with his longtime Sangheili companion, Zuka. Most people paid little heed to the Spartan-Sangheili duo, as though it were an everyday occurrence. Which it practically was - wherever Andrew went, Zuka followed. They headed for the UNSC HQ in the distance, having been summoned there by Command.
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*** Oasis near Dreshdae, Korriban ***
Nari was distracted by the odd shuttle pulling out a set of macro binoculars to get a good view of it "Anybody expecting company?" The silver vixen asked.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Master? Are you a slave or something?" Ayumi asked.
Asara exited the temple and took to the sky seeking out that 'dark' aura she felt before as she flew through the skies.
*** Reach, Spartan II training facility, armory***
The outfitting of the spartans with their armor went rather uneventfully, quiet boring if Tigress was concerned, but she hadn't been called for anything exciting and with Reaches terriforming and the UNSCs newest tech that incorporated Forrunner and other technology the upgraded Security of Reach did make it a lot harder to invade since the last time...
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*** Oasis near Dresdae, Korriban ***
Spade felt both the blood dripping out of her nose and some sort of presence in her nose that was stopping the bleeding but she realized it was just Wrath using the force to heal her so she was not worried about it, however she was worried by the fact that seconds before she had vast medical knowledge and now she had absolutely none of it. She decided she would ask Wrath about it later as she also spotted the ship that was flying over them.
She heard a blast and the sand behind her exploded by an unseen force and she screamed "their not friendly!" She then grabbed Cole and flung him over her shoulder and ran towards the Sith academy hoping it will be enough to shelter them the blasts.
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*Mongdrigo*
Farvo stood, watching the storm. His mind raced as his mouth tried to catch up, providing the captain nothing more than half-finished mumbles.
Then the sky broke.
From the dark, iridescent clouds descended a great ring, five miles wide. A large, rhomboid shape hovered in the middle, iridescent lines pulsing gently.
Farvo stared up at the super structure, as the light grew inside the central mass. He shook his head, and stated flatly. “Bunker.” He turned to the guards standing dumbstruck, and repeated himself, more forcefully. The guards collected themselves and moved, beginning to usher Malgus, Quinn, Luro and Kyva. Farvo stayed right beside his Great Leader, speaking while the blob of Mongdrigans hustled through the tower.
“I know you aren’t the kind to lead from the rear, Lord Malgus, but we must get you out of harms way. I don’t know what that thing is, but it’s not good. Someone will come get you once the danger passes.”
The exterior doors to the tower flew open, exposing the group to the cacophony outside.
Heavy anti-air artillery roared, launching high-explosive shells up at the alien superstructure, but the shells were quickly intercepted and destroyed by the small, agile, ‘L’-shaped craft. Medium anti-air weapons fired into the clouds, eliciting strangely beautiful light shows from the clouds, and the alien things within. Light anti-air and small arms arched tracers high into the clouds, flailing to strike any sort of target. And still, the alien superstructure glowed ever brighter.
“There,” Farvo shouted, pointing at a heavily reinforced doorway. “Get Lord Malgus inside!”
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"I will take my colleagues with me - they will be useful later; and return their weapons, quickly!" Malgus commanded as he headed for the shelter.
*** Oasis near Dreshdae, Korriban ***
"That shuttle looked Klingon in design!" Vette remarked. "My guess would be a Koroth-class Shuttle!"
"What are Klingons doing on Korriban?" Wrath asked as they made for the Sith Academy. "This isn't anywhere near their turf!"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Apprentice, technically," the Pandaren chuckled. "I am the Apprentice of a Darth Alduah. He came here looking for something, and bid me meet him here after I got done with matters on Azeroth."
*** Reach ***
Andrew and Zuka reached the outer gate of the UNSC Headquarters on Reach, where the guards stopped them.
"Halt," the lead NCO stated. "Name and business."
"Captains Andrew Harrison and Zuka 'Vadam, here to see Commandant Grevin," Andrew responded. The NCO checked that on his computer, then stepped aside.
"Head on in - Grevin is in his office," he told the pair. Andrew and Zuka then headed inside the facility, and started making their way toward the Commandant's office.
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"I have a bad feeling about this, Ship Master Luro" Kyva said.
*** Oasis near Dreshdae, Korriban ***
"Very far away from Kronos too." Nari noted. "Did you catch the house logo by any chance?
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Ahh so He is your sensei." Ayumi replied suddenly looking up into the sky.
"Ahh so that's why your here?" said a blue dragoness said landing near the two. "Well You 'Master' request Your presense and sent me to hunt your location down." Said the blue Dragon Asara.
*** Reach ***
As the last spartan donned their armor Tigress bid the tech crew farwell and headed to the exit of the building taking a ride to the headquaters to report back as well as check on a few things.
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*** Oasis near Dreshdae, Korriban Spade POV ***
Spade turned and looked over her shoulder to see that the others were just standing and watching. "Don't just stand there! Run!" she yelled and presumed running.
*** Oasis near Dreshdae, Korriban Cole POV ***
At first all he could feel was a sea of pain and he was most definitely drowning but for some reason he was pulled out and he was beginning to feel the world around him. He was being... carried? Who was carrying him? Before he could fully wake up he felt a force put him back into the darkness.
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*Mongdrigo*
“Of course, my Lord,” Farvo nodded as he ushered the group inside. The visitors weapons were locked securely within a black polymer case, which one of Farvo’s men gingerly handed to Quinn. As the group descended the stairs, Malgus would see Farvo salute at the top of the stairs. “It’s been an honor, sir.” The huge doors slammed shut, and a soft hiss sounded as a pair of hydraulic rams lowered into position.
Farvo turned and looked to the sky. The spire glowed brighter than before, and small tendrils of energy reached towards the ground. Anti-air fire focused harder on the spire, but the rounds were either ineffective or intercepted. He sighed, turning to his guards. “An honor, gentlemen.”
A few minutes of ineffective fire later, ballistic weapons clunked empty and the plasma weapons hissed as the last of their reservoirs ran out. Malgus’s defenses thundered on, but still remained useless.
Then the reality split.
A solid white beam of energy streaked from the spire, striking the ground. The concrete beneath was turned to glass, as a wave of energy passed through the city. Malgus’s men would watch as the Mongdrigans began to change. The tiberium within them resonated with the energy, and began to burn. En mass, the Mongdrigans began disintegrating, as the alien weapon did as it was designed.
*Elsewhere*
The alien creature stood at a strange, organic monitor, watching his work. One of the tripedal spheroid things scuttled up to the man, and chattered. The alien man nodded. “Over ninety-five percent saturation? More than expected. But, a necessary evil. None of the others were hurt?” A few seconds of silence passed, and the alien man nodded again. “Excellent. Command the others, we must disappear. Ready the memory wipe.”
*Mongdrigo*
A fleshy pod-thing shot from beneath the alien spire, drilling into the earth slightly. It pulsed slightly, before another burst of energy moved throughout the city. All of Malgus’s men would forget the exact details of what killed the Mongdrigans, remembering only that they *were* killed. Malgus and his group would remain unaffected.
Around forty-five minutes would pass before the hydraulic rams would lift, allowing the doors to be opened.
Outside, white ashes would wisp across the empty streets, as Malgus’s soldiers wandered about, confused. All of the buildings began to disintegrate, though much slower than the Mongdrigans. It was inevitable, however. The Mongdrigans would, once again, start from almost nothing. But where the survivors were was unknown.
The alien vessels would disperse soon after the memory device detonated, taking the storms with them. A flood of radio chatter would explode from every device available, asking questions and demanding updates.
All the while, Gorbis would continue to fall to ash, getting lost in the wind. The sky, Malgus would notice, had changed. Where rolling clouds of sickly green blocked the sun, were now replaced by an almost imperceptible atmosphere. In fact, in a few hours, life support devices would activate, as the available oxygen would diminish somewhat rapidly. Outside the walls, too, had changed. The ever present tiberium crystals were now gone, revealing the truly dead planet beneath.
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"T-The Crystal's their all gone.. but the planet looks dead did that alien devise just remove all traces of the crystal from this planet?" Kyva asked astounded as he looked around using the various modes of his combat harness' vision to see everything thankfully his suit was rated for space, immdiatly sealing. "A-and left.... nothing... did the crystal's somehow leeche everything from the ground?" "Were those crystal's nothing but a resource to those aliens, something to gather minerals?" Kyva asked.
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"I do not know," Luro said solemnly.
"We need to find any survivors, and fast," Malgus said with determination. "We need to evacuate them, then make for the other Sith the creature spoke of, on Dromund Kaas." He turned to Luro. "Can I count on the Eternal Alliance's support on this?"
"Of course," Luro responded. "We do not leave behind those in need."
Malgus looked over to Kyva. "What about your people, the Sangheili? Will you aid us?"
*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
Once everyone had made into the Sith Academy, decrepit and dark as it was, they would all stop to catch their breath. "What are Klingon's doing on Korriban?" Vette mused.
"Something had to attract them here - or they were sent by the Tal Shiar; either way, considering they fired on us with no provocation, we can assume they were from either House Torg or House Duras," Wrath said. He knelt next to Spade and Cole. "How's he doing?" he asked.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The Pandaren raised an eyebrow at the newcomer. "Darth Alduah never spoke of a dragoness in his service," she said. "How do you know my master?" Her hand drifted toward a lightsaber clipped to her belt.
*** Reach ***
Andrew and Zuka stepped into the Commandant's office, and were greeted. "Captains - good, you're here. Please, make yourself comfortable. I'm still waiting on that Quartermaster lady to get here," Grevin said. "Can I offer you anything?"
"We ate and drank prior to making planetfall," Andrew said as he removed his helmet. His skin was pale and scarred, and adorned with tattoos. His dark green eyes seemed, contrary to his body's appearance, lively and energetic.
"So what's this about a crashed ship?" Zuka asked.
"You'll get the full brief once quartermaster Arcnon gets here," Grevin said. "This task comes down straight from HIGHCOM."
Zuka looked to his Spartan companion. "You know what that means, Andrew," he said.
"Yeah," Andrew grumbled. "Ops from HIGHCOM are never simple, and often laced with covert objectives from ONI... damn it..."
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*** Sith Academy, Korriban Spade POV***
Spade looks at Wrath and mutters "He will live, unfortunately he will most likely have difficulty doing complex actions and answering complex questions do to complications with my makeshift operation on him" Spade pauses for a second and asks Wrath "Are you able to heal brain damage?"
*** Sith Academy, Korriban Cole POV***
Cole felt as he was floating in oblivion, unable to move. He keeps hearing voices in the darkness. As he was in the darkness he thinks of his parents, the last few days of their lives and he started to become angry as he heard the voice of his father, telling him one of his favorite sayings; 'giving up helps no one'. His anger began to become greater and greater until he started to thrash and soon holes began to appear in the darkness and light spilled out of them until... he bolted upright screaming. When he looked around and found several shocked individuals staring at him.
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"With all Due respect, Lord Malgus I'm just a bodyguard to the Kaidon's son." Kyva explained pointing ot Luro. "Although I do have a place in the Hierarchy of such, my current responsibility demands that i make no commanding decisions, You'll have to take Luro's word on that. "However in my opinion as long as Luro permits it the Swords will assist where necessary, if the Eternal alliance does require their assistance as well."
*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
"I have some contacts in the KDF if we need their assistance." Nari noted as she sat down to rest pulling out a water bottle from her pack..
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Until now I was busy. , someone request your presence in the crusader temple." Asara replied.
Ayumi almost reached for the pandarian "She has no Ill intent stay your hand!" the human said.
*** Reach ***
"What does the UNSC want from me now?" said a voice as Arcnon herself entered the room "Sorry some spartan's needed their armor settings adjusted"
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*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
"The Dark Side of the Force can do a great many things..." Wrath told Spade, right before Cole woke up screaming. "... but it seems that, this time, it is unnecessary," he concluded. He looked Cole dead in the eyes. "Are you alright?" he asked. "And what are you doing on Korriban?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"And who is requesting my presence at this 'Crusader Temple'?" The Pandaren asked, still not convinced of Asara's sincerity.
*** UNSC HQ, Reach ***
"Good, you're here," Grevin said. "I'll get to the point; the UNSC recently detected a starship crashing on an uncharted world in UNSC space. We sent ships to investigate the incident, try and determine what brought the ship down, but none have ever reported back. Tigress, we need a team of your Spartans to head there, headed by Frosty and Zuka to investigate the area and determine what exactly happened. We don't know what kind of ship it is, what may have been on board, and what you can expect. If it can be done, try and determine what happened to the previous ships that were sent, as well. Any questions?"
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Darth Fassnu." Asara replied simply
"She doesn't seem ill intent.." Ayumi noted.
*** UNSC HQ, Reach ***
"In all honesty they ares still halesy's spartans\ , Commandant. I just helped with the armor, but if you want some spartan like operatives i have a few i can call." Tigress replied.
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*** Sith Academy, Korriban Cole POV ***
Waking up surrounded by random people in a completely new place was very disorienting but he managed to put 2 and 2 together and made the assumption that he was carried here. When one of them asked me why I was here and if he was ok he flatly said "I am fine now, likely due to one of you, and as for your second question I can't sa-" he paused for a second "I guess now that my parents are deceased their rules no longer apply. My parents fled to this world trying to get away from the other Ferinians when I was barely a year old and I have been hiding ever since, however about a week ago both of them died from an illness that nothing I tried would cure it. Somehow I did not contract this illness and I had to leave my home and I eventually made it to the oasis and the rest is history. Can I be informed who saved my life?
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*** Sith Academy, Korriban Cole POV ***
"Why are you not on Ferinia?" Nari asked.
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*** Sith Academy, Korriban Cole POV ***
Cole thought that question over and replied with "I don't know, my parents never told me... wait, my mother did tell me a name before she passed although it probably doesn't mean anything to any of you. The name was Nari."
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*Mongdrigo*
As the group of survivors spoke and planned, a new portal materialized. Instead of plasmatic blues and warped realities, a quadratic pattern of orange-lined metal began to manifest, opening to reveal a metallic interior. A strange metal being stepped out, wearing what seemed to be a utilitarian coverall. He sighed, adjusted a well-worn ball-cap on his square head, and studied the area, ignoring the group for the moment. “Always a mess.” His voice was warm, despite his robotic appearance. Turning to now face the group, he listened intently for a bit before speaking.
“If’n you don’t want His Royal Heinous to follow y’all to Dromund Kaas, I suggest you leave ‘least fifty of the purple folks here. Gotta rebuild the planet again, can’t do that if the sentients aren’t here. ‘Least, not convincingly.” The metal man lightly tapped a palm to his forehead.
“Ah, manners. Name’s a bit complicated for you carbon types, so ‘Al’ will do just fine.” He extended a metal hand, the light from his face seeming to denote a disarming smile.
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*** Mongdrigo ***
Eternal Alliance and Sith Order search and rescue teams were dispatched to the Military and Industrial Sectors first, looking for any survivors. Malgus and Luro, on the other hand, went about ascertaining what their casualties were, if any.
*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
Wrath raised an eyebrow, but it quickly fell. "Well, we're all in the same boat now on account of not wanting to be disintegrated by Klingon Disruptors," he said. He offered to help Cole up. "Can you stand?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The mention of Faasnu's name seemed to throw a switch in the Pandaren's mind, and her hand fell away from her lightsaber. "Darth Faasnu, you say? Hnh... I was not aware he was still active. In any event, lead the way. I'll hear him out."
*** UNSC HQ, Reach ***
"You may want to," Grevin said. "This isn't gonna be an easy op, given that we've lost every ship we sent to the area. We're hoping the Spartans and your ship, Captain Harrison, will fare better."
"Give us the coordinates, we'll head out," Frosty responded.
"Is there any intel on this supposed crashed ship?" Zuka asked.
"Nope," Grevin answered with a shake of his head. "Hence why we're sending you. You two have an impressive track record of doing what most others can't."
Zuka clicked his mandibles and then lowered them - the Sangheili equivalent of a shrug. "Very well, then."
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*** Mongdrigo ***
Kyva followed along with Luro as they searcyhed the planet.
*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
"I"m Nari... But, again should i contact my KDF contacts?" the silver vixen asked.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Asara nodded and began to lead the way to the Crusader temple on foot.
Ayumi followed along intrested in this 'darth' Stuff.
*** UNSC HQ, Reach ***
"Sounds like we'll need some heavy firepower.... I might have something to fit the bill ,but it'll take a few hours to get it here to Reach..." Tigress replied...
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*** Sith Academy, Korriban Cole POV ***
Cole's eyes widened in shock and he muttered "Are you a Ferinian...?"
*** Sith Academy, Korriban Spade POV ***
Seeing this man wake up from that kind of injury was something she had never before and shocked was not a good enough description for her reaction, however she insisted that she should run some tests to make sure everything was working in his brain normally. All of her results came out positive and his brain appeared to be fully healed and functional. "This is unlike anything I have ever seen..." Then she suddenly collapsed and became unresponsive, her nose bleeding once again.
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
The last thing Weaver remembered before the ship crashed into the planet were blaring alarms, panicked radio chatter, and his environmental shield giving a helpful chirp that atmospheric protection had just been activated, followed by a splitting pain and abrupt darkness. When the world slowly faded back in, he found himself underneath a large bent beam of metal that likely saved him from being completely crushed. That was not to say Weaver was unscathed. Everything hurt, and he wasn't sure if he broke anything, or just banged up in general.
Weaver dragged himself out from under the bent metal, slowly trying to stand up, his deep breath being replaced with a coughing fit. His four eyes scanned the room, then himself to check for injuries. Nothing serious, but he'd better find medical supplies regardless. Maybe he could make it to the infirmary? It wasn't far. Weaver found what was left of the door, and squeezed through it. That's when he remembered more of the radio chatter, something about a creature.
People were screaming that some kind of monster had boarded the ship, that it was taking down crew one right after the other, and was seemingly immune to any kind of weapon fire. Whatever it was, it probably died in the crash. Probably.
Weaver nervously tugged on a device mounted on his wrist, something called a Rifter. Or at least that's what he called it. It could tear temporary rifts in reality, effectively being able to "summon" objects, or even autonomous beings, be it metal, flesh, or a combination. The main issue is that the more the Rifter was used, the more unstable it would get, and the more unpredictable the outcomes. Wanted a turret? It now has tentacles, a gaping maw, and is writhing around trying to eat your opponents instead of shooting them. Eventually the entire device would backfire, doing who-knows-what, but generally nothing good.
If the monster was still alive, then maybe Weaver couldn't kill it, but he could at least make a distraction. He continued to make progress towards what remained of the infirmary.
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*** Unknown Planet, Near Ground Zero ***
After being exposed to a substance that destroyed the research ship Jade was on, she has barely aged even though she has been alive for more than 3 centuries (she estimates that number as she stopped counting quite a while back.) She was at rock bottom when she saw the ship hurtling towards the ground she ran towards the crash site at full speed.When she got there she started to yell if anyone was still alive, when no one replied she began to dig through the rubble. She eventually found what seemed to be an infirmary( although with her lack of knowledge of modern technology it was purely a guess.) She decided to wait and see if anyone would find their way to here.
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*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
"I don't know if they'll be able to reach us - but fellow Sith forces are not too far away," Wrath said. Then Spade collapsed, and Wrath once again was forced to call on the Force trying to revive her.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Tell me what you know about Darth Faasnu," the Pandaren woman requested. "Is he as powerful as the stories say?"
*** UNSC HQ, Reach ***
"We don't have that kind of time - if there are survivors to whatever happened, they'll be running out of supplies soon. If they yet live, we need you to go in and rescue them. I already have the coordinates of the crash site sent to the UNSC Allegiance's computers. Tigress, gather up your best spartans and send them to the ship. We need to get underway before any survivors starve." Andrew and Zuka made their respective salutes.
"Aye, sir," they both said, before heading out.
*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
The halls of the ship would be eerily quiet, save for the occasional contained fire raging in one or two spots. The corridors would be filled with a thin fog - but thankfully, none of the creeping black smoke that signified the creature's presence.
The infirmary door was half-ajar, and not restrained, making it easy to pry fully open. Supplies were scattered all over the deck, none of it appearing to have been even touched, aside from them being strewn about from the force of the crash. The stars were clearly seen in the sky, though Weaver may not have been able to see this. The creature was out there, somewhere... but that would not last. It hated the light. And the sun must rise at some point.
So when the sun came up... the creature would be back.
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*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
"I still hold the offer open." Nari replied turning to Spade. "I swear if this keeps up.." the vixen sighed.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Considering I got here only a few months ago, I have no idea." Asara replied entering the crusader temple passing by some odd looking but turned off destroyer droids, or Droideka's as some would call them, she would walk up to two oddly blue cat like jedi who were waiting in the next room the male one closing his eyes 'paging Darth Fassnu Paging Master faasnu."He said through the force the female smacking him on the cheek, "Cut it out.." She said. "OW!" the male responded.
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*Mongdrigo*
In all, little more than one hundred Mongdrigans would survive the attack, in subterranean bunkers or by sheer dumb luck. They looked shocked, confused. In truth, most of their conscious memory had been annihilated by the mind-wipe. They looked upon their rescuers and even Malgus with a bizarre, half-conscious gaze.
Al stepped up to the surviving Mongdrigans and sighed.
“Fried ‘em. They’re in a mental flux.” He separated fifty of the purple raccoons from the group, leaving two mirror groups of males and females, children not withstanding.
“Alrighty,” the metal creature continued. “Take yours with ya. I’ll keep an eye on this bunch, and reach out when they’re ready t’join ya. Yours will remember ya in due time, but these ones gotta be clean. It’ll keep the Steward from chasing ya. ‘Least ‘til you’re big enough to tango with ‘im.”
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*** Sith Academy, Korriban Spade POV ***
After falling unconscious Spade found herself sitting at a round wooden table, highly disoriented. Sitting across from her was a figure that seemed to constantly changing shape, a voice coming from the figure said "I see you are finally back, I knew you would eventually. No one can escape death forever. Now that you are on your last card one mistake is all it will take for me to claim you once and for all..."
*** Sith Academy, Korriban Cole POV ***
Cole turned towards Spade and noticed something quite odd; her deck of cards were glowing a dim blue light. Confused he asked Wrath "is it just me or are Spade's cards glowing?"
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
Weaver crept slowly through the hall leading towards the infirmary. It was dark, though luckily for him his Explorer's Tool managed to survive the crash as well. It came with several handy features, most useful now was a flashlight. It took a few moments for Weaver to fully pry open the door, still being hampered by the pain throughout his body.
He gave a quick scan of the room with the light of his tool, the light eventually landing on the face of Jade. This person wasn't familiar. They didn't look like any kind of monster. Did scavengers already get to the ship? How long was he out?
"Uh... who are you...?"
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** Reach Orbit ***
"This is the Tiger's BLizzard to the UNSC Allegiance. requesting permission to dock,we have some, precious cargo on board." Came a comm frequency from a small ship a highly modified LAAT/i Gunship carrying Tigress the Fox Mandalorian, Kelsey and two of the newely commisioned Spartan II's on board....
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
"So someone did survive the crash, my name is Jade. About 342 years ago me and my research ship crashed on this planet, everyone but me died. Before you ask how I have been alive for that long; I was exposed to one of our experimental substances, this substance changed my biology in a way that makes me age much slower than other people. Since my vessel was completely destroyed on impact I have been trapped on this planet. When I saw this ship crash land I went to see if there were any survivors, which apparently there was." she paused for a second and asked "What was this ship for? I noticed a lot of incredibly strong cages scattered in the rubble." she paused again and looked Weaver over and said "It seems you did not come out of the crash unscathed, I may have been a researcher but I know enough to address most of your wounds and check and see if you have any that can't be seen. Would you like me to help you take care of those injuries?"
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*** Mongdrigo ***
Malgusd turned to Quinn. "Captain, get these survivors topside and try and get them to the ships," he commanded.
"A crying shame, that only this bunch survived what happened here," Luro said solemnly.
"If what that creature said was true... they'll rebuild their numbers easily enough," Malgus sighed.
*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
The creature had started it's journey back. Dawn would be breaking soon, and it wanted to be inside when that happened. And it had caught the scent of fresh prey, and was eager to hunt.
*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
Wrath himself had noticed the glowing blue cards, but was unsure of what to make of them. The Klingons on Korriban, for the moment, stayed in the Valley of the Dark Lords, for what purpose was unknown.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Mathayus was already waiting for the Pandaren Sith, and when she arrived, she bowed before him. "Darth Faasnu," she greeted him.
"So you know of me," Mathayus chuckled.
"What modern Sith isn't aware of the legendary Darth Faasnu, Immortal Sith and servant of Ahkrinviingah?" the Pandaren responded.
"Hnh... I suppose I can't argue that. But, you have me at a loss - you know my name, but who are you?" Mathayus asked.
"Bahkriid is my name... Darth Bahkriid," The Pandaren Woman admitted. "I came here at the bidding of my master, Darth Alduah."
"Alduah, you say? Red Fox, hook-hilted lightsaber with facial tattoos similar to the late Darth Bane?" Mathayus asked. Bahkriid looked up at him.
"Have you seen him?" She queried.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Reach Orbit ***
"Roger, Tiger's Blizzzard, this is the UNSC Allegiance - clearance granted. Land in Port-Side Hangar three. You will be met by military personnel," came the response to the approaching LAAT/i Gunship.
*** Unknown World Orbit ***
As Dawn would begin to break planetside of the unknown world, a Smuggler ship would arrive in orbit. Immediately on arrival, a trio of weapons platforms would send an automated message, warning the ship to stay away, and that the planet was a Quarantine Zone. The Smuggler ship's captain evidently ignored the message, and headed toward the planet. In doing so, it triggered a setting on the platforms, who fired on the ship, severely damaging it. Caught off-guard and unable to maintain orbit, it started to plummet to the planet below. It would scream distress signals all the way down, , try to level its descent, and inevitably crash a couple kilometers from the ship Weaver was on.
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"Indeed it is but a sad state but like the Unggoy, they shall repopulate quickly. I think that is the least of our concerns however, what were those other ships, where did they come from and why did all the Tiberium vanish?" Kyva replied.
*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
"I know of the force but, does anyone know what is going on here?" Nari asked holding her forehead with one hand.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Asara had left the temple having other things to do
"On another note" Began the male blue cat jedi
"Welcome to the Crusader temple." the female finished
"You may notice that there are both light and dark siders here, as the Crusader temple is what most would consider a 'Grey' Jedi temple." The male added
"We only ask that while your here you obey the simple rules of the temple" the female finsihed again "Which is mainly don't be a nuisance." She added breaking the 'train of the two twins starting and finishing another's thoughts. "I am Tonya and this is my Brother Tony, we once served the Jedi order on Coruscant, but they grew distance from thier founding priciples, and have been for the most part extinct." Tonya explained.
"Reguardless of what happend, we are here now and that time is long gone." Tony added. "The jedi Order has been created anew and we were already here."
*** UNSC Allegiance, Reach Orbit ***
"Affirmative, Allegiance, be there in 2" responded the pilots, the LAAT/i landed in the port hanger 2 minutes later unloading Tigress Arcnon, Kesley a Fox Mandalorian and two Spartan-IIs that had just been commissioned.
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
Wow, Weaver thought to himself, what a blatant liar.
"Okay then..." Weaver diverted his attention to the medical supplies scattered around.
"The ship? Oh... it was a scout vessel. We had a few scientists on board, maybe they wanted to capture something. Never got to use them, considering our only landing was a crash. As for medical aid, I'd rather not. We've got auto-injectors thingies around here with some kind of healing juice. Stimpaks, I think. Besides, I don't really know you." That and this person was probably lying again.
Weaver grabbed a stimpak in a medi-kit off the ground. He took the cap off, hesitated for a few moments, pressed the tube against his carapace, winced, and flicked the switch. The device injected a needle, quickly dispensing the fluid. In a few minutes, Weaver would be in mostly good shape.
"I'm probably not the only survivor. I'm searching the ship to see if anyone else made it out alive. Or at least find food or water. That and an SOS beacon," Weaver paused for a moment, looking around the room again, the true direness of the situation finally settling in, "and maybe somewhere to cry. This is seriously screwed. Oh man..."
Little did the two know, it was about to get a lot worse.
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
"Based on the look on your face I can tell you don't believe anything I say," she pulls out a syringe and extracts some blood and holds the syringe out and says "However, DNA does not lie."
*** Sith Academy, Korriban Spade POV ***
Slowly she wakes up from the horrible nightmare and the moment she does, her cards stop glowing.
"Uurgh, what happened?"
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*Mongdrigo*
Al lifted his ball cap and scratched his head, watching Malgus’s group of Mongdrigans shuffle along with Quinn. “Well, I reckon that the Steward didn’t want any complications, so he called his boss. Though the ring-ship was already in the deck. As for the crystals goin’ away; the ring-ship’s equipped with a sort of “tiberium resonance gun”. ‘Causes tiberium to break down aggressively. S’why the ‘Drigans got poof’d, same as the walls. Singin’ to a wineglass ‘til it pops, y’dig?”
The metal man reached into one of his many bulging pockets and withdrew a etched metal cylinder with a wide base.
“Atmosphere’s runnin’ low,” he began, placing the small device on the ground. He then gently pressed the top of the cylinder with his boot, and the device sprung to life. Around it, grass grew almost instantly, and it spread rapidly. “Gotta love it,” Al said with a chuckle. “Oh, but the tiberium’s not gone. Deep in the earth now. Probably tainted the core. It’ll be back, ‘least the last eight or so runs show as much.”
He looked to Malgus, studying the reformed Sith hard. “Usually, the would-be hero gets done in in this story. But somethin’s differ’nt about you. Got a good feelin’. Now, get’cha goin’. Me ‘n the folks here’ll be just fine.”
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"Next time you need to find us, we'll likely be in Sith Space - check Ziost, Korriban or Dromund Kaas," Malgus told Al. "Until we meet again." He gave a bow, then turned and left with the Mongdrigans given to his care. He directed a comment to Luro and Kyva: "Let's get everything packed up and moving. I want to be offworld by nightfall."
*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
Not long before dawn broke, an animalistic growl reverberated through the halls. It sounded akin to an Alligator, but much louder and more sinister.
The creature had returned to its lair, and it smelled its prey.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Thank you, you two, but I have told you not to interrupt my conversations before," Mathayus said to Tony and Tonya. He then addressed Bahkriid. "Yes, I met him. Sounded like he was trying to operate under the radar, didn't say why. Said if you came through here, to head for Ruusan."
"Ruusan?" Bahkriid repeated.
"Home to the legendary Valley of the Jedi. Alduah didn't say why he was going there - just told me to send you there if I ran across you," Mathayus stated. Bahkriid bowed, and said,
"Thank you, Lord Faasnu. Now I just need to find a way to get there."
"Feel free to take one of the academy's transports - it'll be less conspicuous that way," Mathayus offered. "And they have star charts that include Ruusan's location."
*** UNSC Allegiance, Reach Orbit ***
The team was greeted by a pair of Sangheili adorned in armor sporting the UNSC Olive Drab colors. Both wore the rank insignia of PFCs. "Captain Harrison sent us to escort you to the bridge. Please follow us."
*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
"I'm afraid I'm not entirely certain," Wrath responded. "You just collapsed for no reason. Can you walk? We need to get to Dreshdae - the door to the outer edge of the colony being on the other end of this academy."
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
Weaver stepped back at the sight of the needle, staring at the syringe, "Uh... I'm not sure how a vial of your blood is going to tell me how old you are. I'm not a doctor. A-anyways that's not important. I've gotta see if anybody else made it out alive, SOS beacon, stuff like-" Weaver abruptly went silent at the sound of the creature echoing throughout the ship.
"Did you hear that? Oh man... of all the things to survive the crash..." Weaver backed up to the door from whence he came, "L-look, we need to leave. Now. The thing that crashed the ship is still here," Weaver poked his head out of the door, flashing his light down the hall, his Rifter now humming with a soft glow.
"Unless you're hiding a giant gun, we really ought to abandon ship."
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*** Mongdrigo ***
"That shouldn't be a problem, unless Luro has some plans that interfear with that idea." Kyva said.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The two remained silent for the rest of the covnersation.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Reach Orbit ***
"I was not aware, that Sangheili were working directly wiht the UNSC." Tigress noted as she and her group followed along. "Thel must have given you the honor personally."She added.
*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
"Thankfully this time of year most of the sith spawned monsters tend to be in some sort of Hybernation, though that doesn't mean you should let your guard down." Nari pointed out.
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*** Sith Academy, Korriban Spade POV ***
"Yeah I guess it's not important, lead on."
*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
Jade's eyes widened as she heard the growl, "You don't have to tell me twice!" She pocketed the syringe and followed Weaver. "Do you know the way out?"
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*Mongdrigo*
The group leaving Mongdrigo would see, and feel, the atmosphere returning to the planet. By the time they broke through the last of the atmosphere, it was comparable to an Earthlike atmosphere.
Looking out to the moon base would reveal the structure to be absent, barren moon rock in its place.
Besides the distant asteroid belt, Malgus’s fleet was alone in Mongdrigan space.
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*** Mongdrigo Orbit ***
Malgus paid little heed to the change in Mongdrigo's atmosphere, instead keeping an eye on the evacuation. He ordered word be sent ahead to the Sith at Korriban and Dromund Kaas to be ready for his arrival - and he was surprised to learn they were getting assistance from one Dragon Federation. Some allies would be useful, Malgus thought, though he pondered why Dragons would help Sith.
Luro and the Eternal Alliance were assisting in the evacuation, and he, too, was surprised by the DF's sudden move to assist the Reborn Sith Order. Still, if they were gonna help, there seemed little point in turning them away.
*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
Wrath took point, leading the group through the dark bowels of the Sith Academy. Barely dust remained of the skeletal corpses that littered the halls. The halls themselves were eerily quiet, and Wrath half-expected a rogue Tuk'ata or some other Sith-bred creature to attack them. But none ever did. The academy remained quiet as a tomb - and just as foreboding as one.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Bahkriid headed to the academy hangar, and to her surprise, a personal transport had already been prepared for her. All she needed to do was hop in, fire it up, wait for the platform to extend outside, and head for orbit. Once there, she punched up the coordinates to Ruusan - and, just like Lord Faasnu said, the coordinates were there. So she plotted the course and executed, vanishing from Dragon'taan.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Reach Orbit ***
"You clearly don't keep up with certain political news," one of the Sangheili PFCs noted. "There was a big announcement not too long ago - Sangheili who want to can enlist with the UNSC, and vice versa. Part of some cultural alliance and exchange deal."
*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
The creature knew its prey was on board the ship - it just had to find it. The scent was deep inside the ship, and it's smoky tendrils slithered and wriggled along the corridors, while those glowing, white eyes kept alert.
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*** Sith Academy, Korriban Spade POV ***
"Why does this place have such an oppresive atmosphere?"
*** Sith Academy, Korriban Cole POV ***
"Something or someone doesn't want us here, I'd advise we get out of here as soon as possible."
*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
Following this complete stranger to escape a monster that I know nothing about is not my ideal start to getting off of this planet, but I probably have no choice in the matter. "I don't remember this ship being so big, it didn't take me this long to find the infirmary. I also don't remember hearing a constant rumbling coming from deeper in the ship."
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*** Mongdrigo Orbit ***
since Kyva's combat harness included a oxygen rebreather and other vaccume sealed equipment he was not effected at all by the change in atmosphere, though his suit would likely recognize the returning atmosphere and shut off the rebreather system and refill it's expended gases.
*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
"I half expected something to jump us by now, the sith spawn on this planet are bold enough to even attack me if they see me, once over their confusion of my 'aura'" Nari said turning to spade "this place is a nexus of the dark side, if there were ever a more oppressive force the dark side especially strong nexuses of it would be it, Try not to let it take your emotions over, most dark siders know how to hold it back ,but I dunno about you."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Asara would land at the door to her home at the Inadari manor lifting a hand to knock.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Reach Orbit ***
"Politics, how tiresome.." Tigress remarked "I tend to stay out of politics as it usually annoys me and I've also been busy preparing for the Spartans, regardless it must be a great honor to serve in one of the strongest factions in this sector."
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*Mongdrigo*
The last of the evacuee ships exited Mongdrigo’s atmosphere, leaving Al and the last of the Mongdrigans.
Malgus and his fleet were prepared to leave, for wherever the Sith Lord desired.
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*** Sith Academy, Korriban Spade POV ***
"Well it's good to know that I'm not the only one who feels it, at least I got something to defend my self, although I would like to know what is friendly and what's not."
*** Sith Academy, Korriban Cole POV ***
"I'm pretty sure you will know when something attacks you, if you see something running at you I would recommend that you attack first, ask questions later."
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
"Yeah, the ship is a bit big for a scout vessel. Carrying quite a few people too. Maybe getting out is going to take a bit longer than I'd like."
Weaver paused, trying to listen for any kind of movement, or any sort of vibrations through the hull.
"Hey wait a minute... you found a way inside of this ship. You already know a path out of here. The exits I know of might be blocked off. You should take lead and get us out of here."
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
"Hmm" Looking around she spotted something she saw on the way to the infirmary "follow me." Winding through countless corridors she didn't speak, and after turning around a corner she spotted light, but before walking towards it she said "watch your step, when I came in, the floor in this section was very unstable. Follow my steps exactly..." Walking over crumbling floor panels and large gaps, weaving through exposed and still sparking wires and avoiding extremely sharp metal fragments was incredibly nerve-wracking and she almost made a few fatal mistakes, not to mention what she assumed to be highly acidic liquid was below the floor, her assumption was confirmed when a piece of metal fell through the floor and immediately hissed and disintegrate upon touching the liquid. After at least 23 minutes she found herself under the light of the rising sun. "Hopefully whatever monster is in here does not get to us before we can get far away from here."
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
Not long after the two cleared the dangerous floor, they would hear that same growl they heard before - much closer. If either of them cast a glance back, they'd see the black smoke creeping around the corner, growling. Those white glowing eyes stared them down as it advanced, before it noticed the instability of the ground, and the perils beneath it. It may be a primal creature, but it certainly wasn't stupid. It just as quickly dashed away, looking to bypass the perils and cut the two off.
When they got outside, the creature wasn't far behind, but just as it was about to lunge, the sun's rays shone above the horizon - and right on the creature. It howled in pain, and retreated inside, growling in disappointment.
*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
"Cole has a point," Wrath pointed out. "Many of the creatures that were bred here were bred to kill." Not long after, they came across an unlocked door. Wrath drew his lightsaber and activated it as he opened the door. To his relief, nothing was on the other side. He looked to the others. "Come on - Dreshdae's not far from here."
*** Mongdrigo Orbit ***
Malgus ordered the fleet to jump to Dromund Kaas, and the fleet obeyed - leaving Al and his Mongdrigans to whatever designs Al had planned.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle would be the first to answer. "Asara! I didn't realize you'd been out. Where've you been?"
Tyber lay in bed inside Indari Manor, very sick with the flu. His parents were away, and they couldn't leave him alone at the house, so they asked Shiloh to take care of him.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Reach Orbit ***
The group stepped onto a turbolift, and it began to ascend. "Enlisting with the UNSC as been... a unique experience. We can see why the camaraderie that the humans hold so dear is so important to a lot of them," one of the Sangheili PFCs said.
"Still seems to strange - the difference they teach between a warrior and a soldier," the other remarked.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Well Your brother asked for my help at the crusader temple."Asara replied, simply stepping inside
"You picked the perfect day to do this, what did you even do to get this bad? Shiloh asked seeming angry at first as she brought in some chicken soup and a drink for Tyber on a tray into the room. "Thank Goodness Krystal was here awhile ago, or I'd...ya know nevermind complaining about it further won't fix it." She sighed.
*** Cloning facility Alpha , Dragon'taan ***
A familiar Blue vixen looked down upon the recent batch of modified Jango CLone troopers. "I want all contingency plans on report as soon as i get back to the Manor, We will not make the same mistake the Republic did during the clone wars." She said to the staff before leaving the observation room.
*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
"Who or what is Dreshdae's?" Nari asked as she followed along.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Reach Orbit ***
"Unlike the Sangheili Humans are not all Warriors, for them it was more of a necessity than a need." Tigress explained "If you look back through Earth's history you can see that they were not warriors to begin with, and only in great times of strife were they warriors. Besides I don't think a laborer needs to know how to fight a war." The large Tiger added.
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
*Hazardous Environmental Shield at... 100%* Weaver's shield chirped. The device was a lifesaver, having been designed to withstand the dangers of hostile planets. Heat, cold, toxic atmosphere, no atmosphere, the shield basically replaced a spacesuit and then some. Even had a secondary defensive layer for 'hostile fauna or flora.' A civilian shield couldn't exactly be marketed for military use. Everyone knew what it practically meant however.
"Geez, it's almost as if the ship itself wants us dead," Weaver remarked, having already failed to listen to Jade's advice, instead opting to crawl across the walls and even ceiling to avoid pitfalls and the deadly acid.
Then another growl, but this one significantly louder. Chills running down his back, Weaver looked behind himself, his eyes widening. "UH... We have a SERIOUS issue right now! RUN!" He tried aiming his Rifter, but just as quick as the creature arrived, it had left.
"L-look I don't want to rush you, but we gotta start taking risks right now. Time is ticking and we don't have much of it!"
With the pace quickened, the duo soon arrived at the exit, the warm light marking Weaver's first dawn on this planet. There was no time for celebration however, as the creature had found another path towards the two, and the gap was closing fast. Weaver threw himself out into the sunlight, turning around just in time to witness the creature's weakness to the light.
"Oh man... too close," Weaver stood up, brushing himself off, "it seems the creature is weak to light. Sunlight anyway. Uh... how long are the days on this planet? That thing has free rein come night."
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
Turning back to look at the creature she immediately breathed a sigh of relief at the creature's weakness. "Last I timed it it should be at least 10 hours until night ti-" she was cut off as the creature slowly lifted a leg into the sunlight. "What kind of star was this creature made under? I believe that this creature only has the weakness of that type of sun." Her theory was proven correct as the creature slowly left the darkness of the ship. "We better get out of here before it comes to the same conclusion" she muttered before turning and running in the opposite direction.
Post Merge: October 07, 2021, 06:25:22 PM
*** Sith Academy, Korriban Cole POV ***
"Dreshdae?! What would you possibly want in Dreshdae?! That place is crawling with monsters!" By now Cole was noticeably distressed.
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*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
"Dreshdae is the only human-inhabited colony aside from the Sith Academy on Korriban - and is the only place right now with a subspace transmitter array that will allow us to contact the fleet - someone has to know Korriban is being raided by Klingon Raiders," Wrath said calmly as he started out the door.
*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
As the sun slowly rose above the horizon, several ships could be seen lying about the immediate area - all of them with an eagle symbol sporting the letters "U-N-S-C-D-F".
*** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Planet Orbit ***
The UNSC Allegiance arrived at the unknown planet, seemingly oblivious to what lay in orbit...
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm sorry, Shiloh," Tyber weakly apologized, seemingly hurt at his girlfriend's agitation. "I didn't choose to get sick. It was that bastard, Kaleb... he came to school sick intentionally, and made a point of trying to get me sick..."
*** UACS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Markus sat at his desk in his ready room aboard his flagship - an up-sized, heavily-armed variant of the Predator-class Star Destroyer. The reports he was going over were good - the Sith Covenant had been contained - for now. The Resurgent Borg were so far staying away from everyone else. All outposts were quiet. yet he had this sinking feeling larger troubles were on the horizon. He knew his wife was down planetside inspecting the new Clones, his son was with his new girlfriend on a mission to the Clans, his eldest daughter was with her husband on New Cerinia caring for their children, and his youngest daughter was with her boyfriend, introducing herself to his parents.
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*** Sith Academy, Korriban ***
"Wish i had brought my ship but my fighter only seats one." Nari sighed.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Planet Orbit ***
"So what now?" Tigress asked as she looked to Kelsey who was cleaning her Beskar armor, preparing to go to the surface/
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'll smack you for it later." Shiloh teased.
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
In the end, the light was too much for the creature, and it slunk back into the safety of the darkness.
Weaver breathed a sigh of relief, "I-it looks like we're good. For now. 10 hours? That should give us a lot of time to put distance between this place and... wherever. Guh, we still need an SOS beacon so... we can... uh..." he pointed at the sky, "Another ship! What luck! We can- oh... OH NO... If that creature got on my ship, then... we need to warn them!"
Weaver looked at his Rifter. Anything from a rift had a limited lifespan, and that lifespan got shorter the farther away from its point of origin. This meant that anything that could create deepspace signals were impossible, as they would dissipate, but ones that could reach orbit? Maybe.
"Stand back! This thing might just backfire..." Blue swirls of energy began to collect around the Rifter, power arcing around the device. With a crack of light, a tear in space opened itself up, pushing away anyone or anything that dared to near it. Out from the tear manifested a small radio tower with a dish affixed to it, only about twice Weaver's height. There was a comically oversized lever at its base. Weaver approached the lever, and with significant effort, pulled it down. With that, the tower began to...
...shine a bright light from the dish, flashing it three times evenly spaced. The universal (probably) signal for distress.
"T-that's it? No radio, no nothing? Just a flashing light? Oh come on... a giant bonfire would probably catch more attention. Or a giant X. Or anything."
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
"Hmm... I think I might have something that could work in this situation, however it is very risky. Start running away from this location, as fast as you can." Without any explanation she reached into her backpack and took out a shining yellow orb. "I hope this works..." she murmured as she pressed a button on the top of the orb and set it on the ground. Under the orb tendrils of pure energy grew in all directions before stopping and pulsing. Jade stood up and started to sprint as fast as she could away from the orb, never looking back. "If you want to know what that was, it is an experimental explosive that my crew and I built before our ship crashed, it is extremely volatile, but the light it produces is enough to be seen from space. I'm pretty sure if we survive this they will see the light and then we can warn them. I set it to detonate in 20 minutes, which should be plenty of time for us to get out of the blast radius, just keep running."
Post Merge: October 12, 2021, 05:49:19 PM
*** Korriban, Sith Academy, Spade POV ***
"Why are you so afraid of Dreshdae?"
*** Korriban, Sith Academy Cole POV ***
"Simple, I almost died there when my family and I went there looking for resources and food."
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*** Dreshdae Approach, Korriban ***
"Just keep close to me, you two - I'll keep you safe," Wrath assured Cole and Spade.
"Both of us will," Vette added, twirling her disruptors around her fingers.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Planet Orbit ***
"We start scanning for anything in orbit before we head down planetside," Andrew said. "Ops, sensor sweep - look for anything that might have done something to the previous ships that came to this area." The young lieutenant at the Ops station nodded, and began the sensor sweep.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Bite me," Tyber growled meekly, but playfully at Shiloh. Then Jason came in.
"How's he holding up?" Jason asked his twin sister.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
It was as Markus was finishing up the reports that he realized Krystal hadn't said a word to him all day. He hoped she had been just busy, but a small part of him felt maybe she was mad at him for something - but he knew not what.
*** Ruusan Orbit ***
Not a soul or ship was in sight in orbit of Ruusan, when Darth Bahkriid finally arrived. She immediately scanned for any presence of another ship, especially on the planet surface, but found none. Strange, she had thought. But she nonetheless headed down to the surface, and landed just outside the location of the famed Valley of the Jedi.
*** Corneria Orbit ***
Some time in the evening, in orbit of Corneria, a battle fleet of Eternal Katana Fleet Warships - consisting of an upgraded Allegiance Battlecruiser surrounded by a trio of Eternal Fleet Battlecruisers and multiple other cruisers and destroyers of varying class - dropped out of Translight Speed. At first, these warships seemed to do nothing. Then an open hail went out:
"This is Supreme Commander K'Tath Indari... I have come to render whatever aid I can."
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero ***
"Wait... WHAT!?" Before Weaver could protest, the bomb was armed, and Jade was beginning to make distance, "IF we survive!? This is your plan? Are you CRAZY!?" In all fairness, if this explosion was as big as Weaver imagined it would be, it'd do a whole lot more than gain some attention. If they were lucky, the crashed ship and the monster would go up in smoke as well, although Weaver prayed that nobody else was trapped inside.
"Ugh..." Weaver armed his Rifter, "this time it should work..." and once again opened up a new rift, the device now beginning to protest with an alert that the local stability was beginning to falter. A vehicle flew out of the rift, before skidding and spinning out on the ground. It was a hovercraft, four turbines spread out in an X pattern connected to a small open-topped chassis with two seats.
"Perfect." Weaver scrambled into the seat, only realizing now that the controls weren't conventional, it lacking a steering wheel and all. Maybe not so perfect. Two levers were the main form of control, and functioned effectively as tank-controls, or at least that was the assumption.
The hovercraft's turbines kicked to life, whirring incredibly loudly as Weaver skated the vehicle next to Jade and reached out one of his hands, "Hop on!"
Whether Jade accepted the ride or not, he pushed the craft as fast as he could without losing control.
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*** Dreshdae Approach, Korriban ***
"And me?" Nari asked, sounding a little 'hurt'
*** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Planet Orbit ***
"Well for one i'm picking up a large energy signature almost like a bomb, but the energy reading is on the level of a nuke... but somehow contained.... A plasma bomb perhaps?" Tigress said as she checked on another monitor. "Defintly see a lot of debri in one area, metals, those commonly used in ship construction and a few power sources too, likely what remains of any of the ships powerplants..."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I didn't know you like it that way? I'll take up your offer later..." Shiloh giggled turning to Jason a little annoyed but it quickly went away "He's fine, weren't you suppose to go out with Leylah somewhere, thought you two had something planned."
*** UACS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
'So sure, you are of your assumptions?' said a familiar voice to Markus, Krystal telepathically speaking to him ,but she'd have to be fairly close to do that.
*** Corneria Orbit ***
"I'm reading many many ships here, K'tath are you sure about this? There's too many for even the computers to count at once, but a full map of them will show up soon here as we update it." said another on the ship inside some sort of liquid storage tank device....a connection to the main computer for the ships live navigator.
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*** Unknown Planet, Leaving Ground Zero ***
Jade accepted the hand and jumped on, "To be honest I would not be surprised if I actually am insane due to how long I've been alone on this planet, however 20 minutes should be more than enough time, especcially since we have this lovely contraption. Now time to get serious, if you don't want to go blind, close your eyes when I tell you to." Looking back she watched as the orb went from yellow to orange, then to red and then it blinked once and she yelled "CLOSE THEM NOW!!!" A deafening boom rang as everything turned white. By the time the world returned to the normal brightness it was too late. A shockwave hit them and they were sent flying, the last thing Jade remembered before hitting the sand and falling unconscious was something in the sky.
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*** Korriban Orbit ***
After checking in with Sith Forces over Dromund Kaas, and dropping off the Mongdrigan refugees, Malgus made for Korriban, having decided to investigate the reports of Klingon Scavengers in the area. Korriban was a shell of the power it once held - and perhaps that was for the better. Malgus knew well how the Dark Side could drive most to madness. Strangely, when he arrived, his ship's sensors picked up a Sith Fury-class Interceptor in an oasis near the academy.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"I had assumed you could handle yourself in combat well enough," Wrath said. He managed to open the door, and just inside was dark, cold, and empty. He led the others inside, and just past the local bar, they were ambushed by a pack of Shyracks. When Wrath attempted to use the Force to ward them off, they swarmed, forcing Vette back toward the bar. Taking the initiative to retreat, she headed for the bar to find cover.
Bad move. The instant she stepped in, she noticed that the bar had been converted to a nest by Tuk'ata.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Planet Orbit ***
The explosion would register on the Allegiance's sensors, and the Ops officer would speak up: "Sir, I just registered a massive explosion down planetside... not one of the ships I'm detecting. It... sir, I'm picking up two life signs some distance from the explosion site."
"Which means some of the crashed ships have survivors," Frosty said. "Let's get them off--" The Spartan was interrupted when the ship was rocked by an explosion.
"Report!" Zuka barked.
"Cloaked orbital defenses; they're firing Type-VI Photon Torpedoes! Shields are holding!" Tactical responded.
"Thank god you talked me into going shields up when we arrived, Zuka," Frosty said. "Target the defenses and fire Disruptor Banks!" The UNSC Allegiance trained its many Disruptor turrets on the defense platforms firing on them and opened up. The defense platforms didn't have a chance; their armor wasn't designed to defend against Disruptors. When the trio of platforms were destroyed, Zuka made a comment:
"I think we now know what brought those other ships down; they must have been running with shields down when they got hit - torpedoes took out their engines, and the planet's gravity pulled them in, where they crashed."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"She's in the shower," Jason said. "And I had to check on my potential brother-in-law."
Drake, meanwhile, straightened out his uniform before a mirror in his room.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Since when did you ever take offense to the nagging fear I had ever since we met back up on Drozana? Markus fired back with a smile. We still attending the celebration?
*** Warship Raptor, Corneria Orbit ***
"Easy, Cobalt," K'Tath cautioned his lover. "These are friendlies. We're here to provide support." Strangely, there was no response to K'Tath's hail. "Strange... you'd think they'd have responded by now. Any indication their comms are down, Cobalt?"
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*** Korriban Orbit ***
"I see that fury class interceptor, Lord malgus? orders?" Kyva asked as he checked the sensors via the tatical station but staying his hand on the weapon trigger.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"Yeah i see you really like to party." Nari joked as a hissing sound emitted near her as she powered up her psionic sword, the flat blade emitting an odd greyish energy as she hacked through a few of the Shyracks that got close to her. "I was expecting something more than a hound and some cave bats." She grumbled "Who let these things in here?" She asked as she defended herself against some more Shyracks slicing any that got too close. "Great i just got my vest cleaned too." the Silver vixen continued pulling some small SMg like weapon out of a holster with her free hand aiming it towards the bar....
*** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Planet Orbit ***
Tigress jolted to the side from the blast "Well that was a nice welcoming." Tigress growled. "I guess you found that explosive device then." She added turning to Kelsey who nodded as she and the other two spartans headed to the pelican bays...
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh so just because I'm a water dragon I'm in the shower am I?" asked a pink Dragoness in the hallway.
"Your really going all out for this?" Amie asked from the other side of the room.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
'Like I told you that Ferengi owed me Money how was I to know that Nausicaans had a Bat'leth...' Krystal responded 'I thought that was the plan, what afraid of seeing Kylie and your sister?" She teased back, as she stepped onto the bridge.
*** Warship Raptor, Corneria Orbit ***
"I haven't been in the computer connection for awhile it takes a bit to 'warm up' and your flying didn't exactly help me, nor did your quick jump that nearly fried the navicomputer." Cobalt responded. "I'm not reading any sort of jamming signal or any reason to not get a responce did you try a diffrent channel or method? Maybe their down to using old fashion radio waves." she sort of teased.
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
"Lovely contraption? For now it is. The farther we get away from that rift, the more this thing is going to fall apart," Weaver remarked, and indeed, by the 20 minute mark the vehicle was visibly fraying, wisps of energy peeling away into the wind. Weaver was beginning to have trouble piloting the craft as it refused to travel in a straight line. The shockwave that hit would prove to be its inevitable end.
Evidentially, the vehicle lacked any kind of seatbelts, and with it suddenly no longer having a pilot with Weaver being thrown out like a catapult, it spiraled into the ground before unravelling itself and flickering out of existence.
Fortunately Weaver was saved by his energy shield, it activating to cushion the impact. He brushed himself off, before going off on a rant, "What kind of stupid plan was that!? There was no way we were going to escape that on foot! We almost died!" Weaver turned around, spotting Jade's figure on the ground, "...or maybe one of us did..."
He rushed over, checking for a pulse and breathing. Well, she wasn't dead. Just unconscious. If she had any internal injuries, Weaver would have zero clue as to their existence. There was another issue. Sure, the explosion may have caught some attention, but now they were so far away that anyone looking for them would have no clue as to where they went. In fact, the rescue crew would be completely justified in thinking that the explosion killed whatever survivors were left, and not even bother checking.
The two needed to get back to where the bomb went off, but with Jade down and out, that was no longer an option. Weaver recalled some basic medical advice, which was to not move people who were injured unless you knew what you were doing, as it was easy to accidentally make things worse. Maybe the Rifter could summon something that could help, but there was also a concerning chance it could warp in something who's idea of medicine was to treat paper cuts with invasive surgery. Not to mention any treatments administered would disappear when the rift closed. Weaver decided against it.
Well, if they couldn't move back to the bombsite, then maybe he could still try attracting even more attention. If the ship did send an away team, then even a smoke signal could grab their attention. Once again, Weaver armed the Rifter, but this time he lost control. Maybe the two rifts didn't completely close when their creations were destroyed, maybe Weaver used the Rifter too many times in a row, maybe the panic and sheer stress of the situation messed with his focus, but the Rifter created an anomaly instead of a normal rift. These were unpredictable, and potentially dangerous, putting an awful twist on the intended effect.
The ground shook, and a massive portal opened, spilling out the remnants of a ruined building. A siren, not unlike those used for broadcasting weather alerts in major cities, stood crooked impaled through the building. It was certainly as loud as one, which was good. That was the intended effect. What was not was the message, and the terrible sound that followed it. The voice was robotic and emotionless while having the same sound quality as a cassette tape.
THIS IS A PUBLIC SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT. THERE WILL BE A KNOCK ON THE DOOR...
DO NOT ANSWER IT.
From seemingly everywhere and yet nowhere, a loud banging noise would emanate, sounding as if someone was slamming their fist against a wooden door. Screams of terror followed. The same screams as those on the ship before it fell. The knocking was the unknown signal they were investigating, and boy did they answer the door.
As far as anomalies go, this one wasn't the worst. It still technically did what Weaver wanted, making a very loud sound, and it wasn't inherently dangerous, but the fear and terror of the situation was unbearable.
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*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Spade POV ***
"Well I wouldn't call this a party by any means." Turning to Nari she said "Help the others; I got Vette." Jumping over the bar counter she activated her plasma whip; a long rope of pure blue energy whipped out. The first Tuk'ata didn't stand a chance as the rope sliced clean through it's neck. Flipping a switch on the whip the rope turned into a light green color. She then whipped it around the second hound's neck. She snapped it back over her head and then flung it a third hound with enough force to crush the third hound and knock the other out cold. By this time the rest of the nest had shifted their attention from Vette to Spade and launched a pincer attack. Before they could reach her however, two tentacles shot out from her cloak and impaled the two assailants and then threw them away. She then flipped another switch on her whip and the rope turned a blood red color as she punched her tentacles into the walls and lifted herself off the ground with them.
"I was hoping I didn't have to reveal these, but desperate times call for desperate measures."
In front of her were three Tuk'ata, one of which was much larger than the others. "Well, it seems I've got a pack mother on my hands, that complicates things." While on the Interceptor that took us to this planet she had read everything she could on the possible hostile creatures that inhabit this planet and from what she read pack mother's are much harder to kill. She sent her whip around one of the hound and snapped it's neck with a quick jerk but she couldn't turn fast enough as the other latched onto the arm she was holding whip. She gritted her teeth and was forced to drop her whip, but she pulled out a katar from her cloak and thrusted upwards impaling the Tuk'ata. She then flicked a switch on the handle and a blast of energy pulsed out from the blade, completely destroying the Tuk'ata from the inside out. She looked at her arm and determined that arm would be out of commission. She couldn't worry about that however as the pack mother had decided it had enough and attacked. She had one last trick up her sleeve though, before the last hound could get to her she took out a cube, she pushed the single button on the top and a wall of energy appeared in front of her. The pack mother hit the wall and was immediately repelled violently and hit a wall a few feet away with enough force to kill any other Tuk'ata. The box started to spark and fell quickly fell apart. When she walked over to the brood mother and found that it was still alive however it was injured so badly that it couldn't move. She took the hounds head and snapped it's neck killing it once and for all. She then turned and started to walk to Vette when the last hound, the one that she had merely knocked out earlier, jumped at her and knocked her to the ground, luckily the hound was impaled by the katar that she was still holding and was killed quickly after. She pushed the hound off her and muttered "should've killed it before." She walked back to Vette and asked "You ok?"
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*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
Vette stood there, completely dumbfounded at what she had just seen. Her jaw hung ajar, and her pistols at her sides. "Did... did you, like... train here, or something?" she finally asked. By this time, the Shyracks had already retreated deeper into the colony.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"Hail them," Malgus ordered. "Ask what they are doing."
*** Unknown Planet Orbit ***
"Tigress, Zuka, take our Spartans down planetside and investigate that site; find any survivors and help them," Frosty commanded.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You were in the shower when I was last in there, baby," Jason replied to Leylah.
"I have to - this year, I'm gonna be with Dad and the Brass for the first few days, so I have to look my best," Drake said. "Kids okay?"
It was then that a pink Dragonarian woman, a spitting image of Anna, came out of the room dressed up. "Come on, Kanan, they're not gonna hold our reservations all day and all night!" she called back at the room she just left.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Not at all. You get the kids together? Markus asked, knowing exactly where Krystal was.
*** Warship Raptor, Corneria Orbit ***
It took a few minutes, but then an aged voice came over the channel. "Ah, hello, Commander Indari. This is Peppy, acting Commander of the CDF. Sorry for the delay, our comms were down for maintenance; had a nearby merc ship not heard your broadcast, I'd not have known you came here to offer assistance. If it's support you're here to provide, you might try Fox and Fara in the city; they could use some help with some ruins they came across."
"What sort of ruins?" K'Tath asked.
"I'm afraid none of us are quite sure," Peppy replied. "We reckon it's something the Sith Covenant was after, but never found before they were driven away."
"Send me Fox's coordinates, or some way to contact him, I'll get to work," K'Tath requested.
"Roger that. Transmitting... good luck, commander," Peppy said before he cut the channel. Moments later, Cobalt would receive contact protocols and a location in a house close to the center of the capitol city.
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*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"I've seen wiereder..." Nari noted brushing her clothes off. "Why did you let these things in here?" she asked
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"No responce, Lord Malgus, I don't think anyone is home." Kyva replied.
** Unknown Planet Orbit ***
"You want me down there?" Tigress asked... "My teams already preparing a pelican, you could say I saw it coming."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I thought you were force sensative you should have picked me up behind you." Leylah noted
"What do you think Shiloh has to figure out how to get Tyber to the meeting tonight, and you better be there..." Amie replied
"What reservations? Kylie invited us to the meeting tonight..." Kanan yawned as he got dressed.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"They'll be at the meeting tonight, don't worry." Kyrstal replied
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit***
"YOU DID WHAT!?!" KYlie shouted to one of the droids "I have a whole night planned and you give me this, NO you will fix it and If you break another guitar string I'll USE YOU AS ONE." Kylie growled putting a hand to his head. "it's never been this hard to set up for the celbrations..." he muttered
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Malcolm I told you we'll be back in time you'll be fine, trust me. And don't worry about the Clans" Kelli said as she opened a hailing frequency to ground control "This is the NCC Red Wolf to ground, requesting landing clearance..."
*** Warship Raptor, Corneria Orbit ***
"Great what are they up to now." Cobalt whined as she sifted through the data relaying to coordinates to K'tath through the computer systems.
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
The storm siren continued to blare. There was nothing to do but wait until rescue came, or until Jade miraculously woke up.
"THIS IS A PUBLIC SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT. THERE WILL BE A KNOCK ON THE DOOR..."
"DO NOT ANSWER IT."
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**Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts**
As Weaver sat near the dilapidated building, he would see (that is, if he was watching the building) flashes of a bright, obnoxious yellow moving within the ruins, followed by the sounds of materials being moved. Wood and other debris began to cover the wider cracks and holes in the walls, until the rightmost corner near the doorway was left. A huge piece of plywood tottered towards the hole, but fell backwards, followed by muffled cursing. After a few more moments, the obnoxious yellow appeared in the ruined space.
A hazmat suit, complete with an enclosed air system, gingerly staggered down the mounds of rubble, headed for Weaver. His muffled voice could barely be heard above the storm.
“Hey! Hey! We gotta get inside!”
As the figure approached, it became obvious that he was armed. Black elbow and knee pads, along with some form of tactical harness, broke up the yellow suit. The harness and the shoulders of the suit all carried a strange emblem, a black and white set of arrows pointing inwards, laid out in a circular pattern.
Inside the large hood of the suit was a shock of purple fur and intense green eyes, partially hidden by a respirator. Though an intimidating and off putting sight, his eyes betrayed a friendly and no threatening demeanor.
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*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Spade POV ***
At the mentioning of training Spade visibly tensed before replying with; "I learned it from a friend" before quickly walking away. For the next hour she was visibly troubled by something. When Cole asked her what happened in the bar she refused to answer or tried to change the subject. This wasn't her normal demeaner...
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*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
As much as Vette wanted to question further, she knew this just wasn't the time; she and Spade would return to Wrath, who was halfway up the adjoining hall and heading for the old Czerka Branch office. "I heard some commotion at the cantina, Vette - mind telling me what happened?"
"Ask her," Vette told the Sith Lord, pointing to Spade. "She's the one who took down a pack of Tuk'ata plus their brood mother by herself."
Wrath was silent for a moment as they rounded the corner and hit the Czerka office. "We will speak of that when we get off Korriban," he said. In one of the adjoining rooms, was the item they were looking for - the Subspace Transmitter. Miraculously, it was still operational, but there was a snag:
The array was so degraded, the range could only reach ships in orbit.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
Malgus' brow furrowed in thought. That ship seemed recent. So its denizens might still be alive. So if not at the ship, where could they be? "Scan the Sith Academy and the nearby city of Dreshdae. Look for any humanoid lifesigns," he commanded.
*** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Planet Orbit ***
Zuka left to go with the teams down planetside, while Frosty stayed on the bridge.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You know I can't sense you through the Force, Leylah," Jason said.
"Tyber? Oh, right, he has the flu. Didn't Doc Fay have a remedy for that? Why hasn't Shiloh called her?" Drake asked.
"I know that, I was referring to the meeting with that corporate bigwig, Argyle or whatever his name was. Remember? Dude who was gonna support Dragon'taan with his company? Dad asked us to speak with him! Hurry up and get dressed or we'll be late!" Kira called out.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Good," Markus said as he rose from his seat and straightened out his uniform. He leaned over to kiss Krystal on her lips. "Any word from Gideon's brother? Last report said Celina spooked him."
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Having trouble?" Vitani giggled. "If you want, I can get some of big brother's holograms over here."
*** Warship Raptor, Corneria Orbit ***
"We'll only know once we hit planetside, Cobalt; hop out. We're both going to visit mister McCloud. Let GEMINI take over while we're down there," K'Tath said, getting out of his chair and grabbing his rifle.
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*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"She seedm pretty upset by you question, wonder what it is that upset her with such a simple question." Nari noted as she followed along. "Don't suppose there's anyway we can boost the signal?"
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"I see 5 life signs in the city." Kyva replied
*** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Planet Orbit ***
Kesley looked in aw as a large armored figure stepped into the pelican "It's been a long time since i've been on the front, hopefully I'm not too rusty." the figure said as she sat down. "Pelican 417 leaving docking bay." The pilots said as the dropshiped left the larger 'mothership' heading into the atmosphere, the trip was rather uneventful for a drop, but by the time they were on ground and unloaded the pilot complained about not being able to lift off anymore. "Why would somebody go to the trouble of keeping craft from leaving?" Kelsey asked. "Beats me." Tigress grumbled as she growled hearing the siren.. "Is that somebodies idea of a joke?" Kesley grumbled as they heard the siren. "I dunno but If I find the joker whose doing that he's goonna get a clawed fist up the mouth." Tigress grumbled.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Why not?" Leylah asked
"I think Fay was busy you know how it is before the celbration lots of people with anxiety and other nervous related problems." Amie replied.
"You know how i feel about corprate hot shots..." Kanan grumbled.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"You act like I stalk our children everwhere..." Krystal replied "I have no idea... she can handle herself.
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"If I wanted holograms i would have activated the emitter." Kylie sighed.
*** Warship Raptor, Corneria Orbit ***
"This better not turn out like that 'bakery planet idea you had, I'm still cleaning out my last suit from that." Cobalt replied as she left the connection, and suited up into her armor just in case.
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
Weaver looked at the sky, seeing the Pelican land off into the distance. The siren was probably loud enough for whoever landed to hear, although whether or not they deemed it worth investigating was another matter entirely. If these people were indeed a rescue team, then this had to be a record for not only the fastest rescue ever, but somehow coming before a distress signal was even sent. Or maybe they weren't a rescue team and things were about to get a lot worse.
Then something really strange. There was someone within the building. Where did they come from? Did they come from the anomaly along with the building? If that was the case then they should disappear when the rift closed, but that couldn't be right. This wasn't a rift. When it came to anomalies, anything goes.
"Inside? Hold on... wait... just... what...?" Weaver grabbed his head, trying to process what was going on, "Wh-where did you come from? There's a ship... but you didn't..." he took a deep breath, trying to clear his mind from the PSA announcement, the otherworldly knocking, and the screams of his dead crewmembers.
"Okay, nothing happening right now has any kind of bearing in reality. Did you come from inside that building? The one that came out of a portal? Do you even know we're on a dead rock?" he took another breath, trying to calm himself, "S-sorry, sorry! I've had a very bad day."
All the while the siren continued its tireless message.
"THIS IS A PUBLIC SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT. THERE WILL BE A KNOCK ON THE DOOR..."
"DO NOT ANSWER IT."
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*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Spade POV ***
Spade remained silent during their conversation about her but if someone were to look at her they would see she was becoming more and more distressed.
*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
First thing she heard as she returned to conscious was a siren blaring and an extremely annoying voice talking about an safety announcement. "Urrgh, did it work?" Sitting up slowly she saw a very strange sight, the remains of a large building. "What the heck? Where did this come from? Wait, why didn't you continue on?"
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**Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts**
"Look," the figure shouted over the noise. "I'm tryin' t'figure out what the heck's causin' this noise, and turn it off! We gotta get in there, b'fore whatever's talkin' decides to come out!"
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
When the Pelican landed, Zuka was the first to exit, keeping his Type-55 Storm Rifle leveled and ready to fire. He heard the wailing siren, and approached the scene, weapon raised, and as he rounded a corner, he came across three people. One seemed to be on the ground, and Zuka had no idea why, the other was talking to another in a hazmat suit - or Zuka assumed it was a hazmat suit - but none seemed hostile. The Sangheili lowered his weapon and spoke, "Are any of you hurt?"
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"See what you can do with it - but first, see if there's anyone in orbit. If we can contact allies in orbit, all the better," Wrath said to Nari. He then turned to Spade and approached her, removing his face mask to reveal he was human, but with a cyborg eye. He kept his voice low as he asked her, "Are you alright? I sensed a massive burst of power in that bar, and you seem a bit... distressed. What's wrong?"
*** Korriban Orbit ***
Malgus paused to consider this. "The Czerka office on Korriban had a subspace transmitter array, did it not?" he asked.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"As if I knew," Jason told Leylah.
"Krystal... get... aunt Krystal," Tyber said weakly. "She... can take... care of... this... in an... instant."
"And you know how protective Uncle Markus is of us, Shiloh," Jason said. "When he finds out someone did this to him intentionally..."
"I don't like them any more than you do, Kanan, but this is our first job for the DMC Diplomatic Corps, and I will not screw it up," Kira growled. "Besides, if dad is right, the rep from the Nagyaria Trade League will be at least a somewhat decent person."
*** UACS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"I wasn't worried about Celina; I know she can handle herself; it's Gid's brother. According to his parents, Celina spooked him pretty bad."
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Vitani approached Kylie and hugged him. "Take it easy, baby," she assured him, "We have plenty of time before the concert."
*** Warship Raptor, Corneria Orbit ***
"That wasn't my fault!" K'Tath growled as they headed for the transporter. When they got there, K'Tath directed the coordinates to what he'd received from Peppy, and beamed the two down. He then headed for the aforementioned unit number, and rang the doorbell. There was a pause before a light-colored fox answered the door. He frowned at K'Tath and Cobalt.
"Can I help you?" he asked.
"Commander K'Tath Indari, this is my XO, Commander Cobalt, we were looking for a Fox McCloud," K'Tath spoke.
The fox frowned, then his expression lit up as comprehension dawned. "Oh, you're the guy who showed up in orbit offering assistance! Gotcha." He stepped aside, ushering the two in. "Well, you found Fox McCloud, come on in. We have a lot to discuss."
*** Starship Junkyard ***
In the midst of a massive Starship Junkyard, an RCS-class Armored Warship sat, with drone ships flying between the various ships. The ships ranged from Federation, Klingon, and Romulan designs to Covenant and UNSC designs as well as several Imperial and Rebel designs, all of which were for sale.
Or they would have been, if there had been anyone here to make the sale. Supposedly, this was a facility that sold salvaged and used starships. "Evionne's Fine Used Starships." They promised fair deals and reportedly never screwed anyone over. The captain of the RCS Warship had come to speak with the owners about procuring several ships, as many as he could legally - within the yard's limitations - acquire. But when the Warship and her captain got there, no one was there. The whole facility sat deserted, with no signs of what happened or any signs that something had indeed happened to everyone there.
Just like the last six starship salvage yards he'd visited. All logs were erased, and the computers' entire inventory data and customer databases were wiped clean, as though nothing was ever there. So while the AI scoured whatever it could find, the Captain ordered all vessels be taken. Added to his growing fleet. But this pattern of speaking to salvage yards before they invariably wind up ghosting was disturbing to the captain. He stood at the center of the command platform on his ship, a Bengal tiger with a scar over his left eye wearing an armored uniform colored in brown and red, monitoring the salvage operation.
It just didn't make sense. What the hell was happening to these places?
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
Close behind Zuka Tigress, Kelsey and the two spartans turned the corner as well "And which one of you have the annoying voice going off?" Tigress growled, holding her head...
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"I'm not much of a mechanic." Nari replied fooling with the emitter, it made a beep then Nari Gasped "Kyva?"
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"How would I know? I"ve never been there." Kyva paused for a second "NARI?! what in the name of the Holy rings are you doing down there? Well I know whose down there, Now Lord Malgus... "Lord who?" replied Nari.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You should know better." Leylah replied simply.
"Demanding much?" Shiloh asked sarcastically , rolling her eyes she continued "Common your not that weak." She added turning to Jason "Like that Bully of Celina's man? i'm surprized anyone tried anything after that."
"I hope your right, but I'l either be sleeping or seething in anger." Kanan replied.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"How do you get all this information?" She asked just as something lit up on her shoulder, She sighed "What is it Serena?" she turned to Markus "Looks Like Tyber got sick and needs my help i'll meet back up with you soon.' The blue Vixen sighed as she walked off the bridge.
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Yeah well I'd like to have most things ready before the rest of the band get's here for practice, you sure you can keep up?"
*** Warship Raptor, Corneria Orbit ***
"yeah sure like that cat wasn't your fault." Cobalt teased. When they met the fox at the door she opened her mouth saying " That's Fo..." before Fox finished it for her.. " Wait I'm just your XO?" she asked K'tath, her eyebrows lowering a little, turning to fox to ask "What seems to be the issue?" the blue Lucario female asked as she followed K'tath.
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Absolute chaos would be the defining feeling in the next few moments.
Weaver stood there, unsure of how to respond. He shook his head, "Why would I follow you? You've refused my questions, and for all I know you came out of that portal, and NOTHING good has come out of that thing. That includes you. And you're only vindicating that with not only your refusal to answer my questions, but also the fact you want to turn off the siren. The siren is the only thing attracting any kind of attention for rescue," he glanced down at the stranger's gun, "but I guess I can't really stop you from doing anything."
Jade had woken up at this point. While there was relief that she wasn't dead, another confused voice did not help. Weaver looked at Jade, "Oh thank goodness. You're up. I wasn't going to continue away from our... uh... explosive signal, and I wasn't going to leave you behind anyway."
The siren blared, almost drowning out two new voices all adding up to four people trying to get his attention in one way or another.
"I uh..." Weaver paused, being caught off-guard. He made the assumption that this was the team that had landed. They weren't hostile anyway, at least not the Sangheili who spoke first. The other who growled seemed to care less about the survivors. Taking in a deep breath, Weaver spoke, "Yes. One of us is hurt," he pointed at Jade, "she... flew out of a hovercraft after it crashed," he then turned to the stranger, "I don't know if he's injured. I don't really know him, and he isn't keen on allowing me to know either. He wants to shut the siren off, so there's that," he paused, "Er... actually maybe it's best to just leave and forget about the siren."
The knocking began again after the PSA, followed by the screams of the dead crew.
"... Messing with anomalies is-", Weaver paused, not wanting to explain what an anomaly was, "This place is basically haunted. Messing with anything here might just make things worse. L-look if you're the rescue team I think you are, let's just leave."
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OOC Notes: The siren can be turned off like any other siren. This will stop the PSA, but not the other sounds, though they aren't as loud as the siren. Opening any doors will knock any characters back as a huge force will break the door of its hinges and straight into the character. Heed the PSA.
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*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Cole POV ***
The waves of anxiety coming off of Spade were almost overwhelming and were giving him a massive headache, but he refused to show it.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Spade POV ***
"I will have to tell you when we are alone as you are the only one I trust with my knowledge. It's also something you can't hope to handle alone."
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The figure finally took a look around at his surroundings. “This isn’t Earth,” and as the Pelican landed, he would thumb the holster strap off his service pistol. “And that’s not Foundation. Where are we?” He turned to Weaver, now with a very frightened look in his eyes. “T-This wasn’t on file.”
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
Zuka looked over his shoulder to Tigress and the Spartans. "One of you see to the injured lady," he told them. He then turned to face Weaver and the creature in the hazmat suit. "Technically speaking, we are the rescue team," he told Weaver. "Zuka 'Vadam, Co-Shipmaster of the UNSC Allegiance. We came here investigating a ship that crashed here and to find out the fate of the other ships that vanished near here." He briefly looked about the area, seeing the crashed hulls of several UNSC ships plus a crashed ship that was the only non-UNSC ship there. His attention then turned to Weaver. "I assume you came from that ship - and it seems the oldest ship here." He indicated the crashed non-UNSC vessel. He then looked to the creature in the Hazmat suit. "And you... you seem to have come from another environment entirely." If Zuka had cast a glance up, he might see a planetary body slowly moving in front of the sun. The fade to darkness was very subtle and slow, but it was there. "Please explain yourselves - both of you, starting with you," Zuka requested, indicating Weaver first.
(OOC: Weaver, the non-UNSC ship I was referring to was the ship Weaver had come in on - Zuka just doesn't know that definitively yet.)
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"I will hold you to that," Wrath commented. When he heard the exchange, he turned around. "You two know each other?" he asked.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"Do they need assistance?" Malgus queried. "And what of these reports I am getting of Klingon Scavengers in the ruins?"
*** UACS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Wait, what? Tyber's sick? How'd that happen?" Markus asked following his wife. "I know for a fact Viktor and Kabby take extra precautions to ensure that doesn't happen."
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Hey, you're the one who asked me to join in on this, Kylie," Vitani quipped. She paused to kiss his cheek. "Of course I can keep up."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"That was a different dude," Jason corrected his sister. "We've both bumped into Kaleb. You know, douche wolf with that has that nose piercing, makes up huge grandiose tales about himself, massively inflated ego? Tyber stood up to him and shattered his stories about himself, which is why I'm betting he made Tyber sick."
"Keep it under control, Kanan!" Kira growled. "Do not screw this up!" She headed for the Jeep and powered it up, waiting for Kanan.
*** Fox's Apartment, Corneria City ***
Fox sighed wearily as he closed the door. "Things have gone crazy since the Sith Covenant Occupation," he said. "Bad enough we were hit that hard, then I had to go ask help from Krystal, of all people... then, after we drive off those Sith douches, we find a strange ruin - and we still haven't figured out what it was for."
It was then that Fara came into the foyer, with her left arm in a sling. "Then we deal with the aftermath of the occupation. A lot needed to be rebuilt."
"Thank goodness we got help from that Commander Knight lady," chimed Slippy. "But it just kept getting worse!"
"And just as we think we have it under control, we stumble across what seems to be, if you can believe it - a Sith Tomb! Of course, Falco was the first to go inside, and it drove him mad..." Fox explained.
"That's putting it lightly," Fara commented. She indicated her arm in the sling. "I was in there with him; he just... attacked me. No idea why, kept ranting about someone called 'Darth Nox'. Took a full squad to fully subdue him. He's at the psyche center while they try and figure out how to calm him down."
If Cobalt were looking at K'Tath, she'd notice a change in his facial expression - he knew the name Darth Nox.
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Starship Salvage Yard ***
"Commander Blythe? Computer databanks have been scoured," chirped the onboard AI of the Warspite, Grey.
"Anything?" Blythe asked.
"Nothing. Just like the others," Grey responded.
Blythe sighed, then commanded, "Let's finish the operation and head for the Flotilla. Did you get a line on that other place?"
"Negative, commander - they've gone radio-silent," Grey answered.
It took a few more hours, but all the ships were salvaged, made ready, and they all went to Transwarp, heading for an unknown location.
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
When the odd figure in the hazmat suit opened his holster Both Tigress and Kelsey drew their guns Tigress a huge looking rilfe and the Mandalorian Fox a set o dual pistols, when Zuka spoke they lowered their weapons "Dammit, Zuka I'm an engineer not a doctor!"Tigress growled in response. One of the spartans walked up to jade to check on her "are you okay ma'am?" the female spartan asked.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"Kyva is one of the most trusted of Vaadam's house, he's a ship master who is not against going into combat with his kin... I've known him for awhile.." Nari replied. "Do we need any help from them?"
** Korriban Orbit ***
"With all due respect, Lord Malgus I just got in contact with them.." Kyva replied relaying the message and waiting for a reply.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Krystal sighed "some bully apparently got him sick." Krystal said walking into the transporter room.
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"You didn't accept last time..." Kylie noted testing a microphone, pausing to embrace the kiss for a moment."And besides we'll have a very important audience this time, I don't want to screw up in front of the Indari family, let alone my sister."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You missed the point, bro. I said like that guy, after him you'd think they'd not mess with any of us... guess some people need a good lesson." Shiloh sighed
"I warned you about this before , honey." Kanan sighed as he got in the jeep.
*** Fox's Apartment, Corneria City ***
Cobalt saw K'tath's expression change, she knew something was up, but she walked over to Fara "How bad is your arm?" She asked gently feeling over the sling.
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
"It's like I'm not even here," was Weaver's response to the stranger, having given up on gaining anything useful. It was pretty much petty spite that he returned the favor with a non-answer.
Responding to Zuka, Weaver began to recount his story, "Well, I did indeed come from the non-UN... UN... UNSC ship? Yeah that. We were the most recent to crash. Well me. The other two people here came from... well one of their stories is totally made up," he pointed to Jade, "and the other refuses to say anything. I'm not exactly sure why our, well not our our, but the one I was on, ship crashed, but it definitely had something to do with that weird shadow creature."
"A lot of the crew were screaming about a creature, about how it was cutting everyone down. Then the ship went down. The worst part is that the creature survived. Me and her... who wasn't part of the crew but was already in the ship for some reason, barely escaped it. It only stopped because sunlight hurts it, and lucky for us dawn was- uh... uh oh... hey how long are days on this planet again? Why is it slowly getting darker?"
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
"I'm fine. My story is not made up, if someone were to check, they were to find just exactly how long I've been on this wretched planet." Looking up at the sun her eyes opened wide. "Oh no, that is not good. I'm not sure if the explosion killed it. We need to get off this planet, now!"
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*Dromund Kaas*
The Mongdrigans, at first remained reclusive, staying in their own little tribe. But, little by little, they opened up to the rest of Malgus’s forces. They eventually fell into the Siths’ training regimen. Though they could not utilize the Force, they took well to learning the vibroblade and its mutations. Within the next few months, the Mongdrigans would organize, as they are prone to, into a military detachment. At their head was a veteran who had fought namelessly in the ranks of Malgus’s Mongdrigan army. Thus, he took the name Ickthis Kaas.
Captain Kaas would lead his soldiers in mock battles, using training vibroblades and blasters. By the time Malgus returned, they would be ready and willing to fight and die by his word.
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
"I see," Zuka said, shifting his rifle around in his arms. He then turned to the creature in the hazmat suit. "And you? What's your reason for being here?" He then heard Jade's comment. "There's a slight problem with that; the instant our drop ship landed, the engines were rendered inoperable. We can't take off." He then noticed the coming solar eclipse, then looked back to the creature in the hazmat suit. "Let's start with your name, and why you're here, but be quick; if this one's statement is true--" Zuka indicated Weaver. "--then we'll need to locate a shelter until the eclipse passes."
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"If we want to get these Klingon Scavengers off Korriban, yes - but first priority is to get a clear path back to the ship and get spaceborn again," Wrath said, looking to Spade afterward. He didn't say it: You and I are gonna have a long talk after we get back to Dromund Kaas.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
While waiting for a reply, one of the junior officers, an Otter, piped up: "My lord! Klingon warships de-cloaking, starboard side! They're not answering hails! ... sir, they're powering weapons!"
"Shields up!" Malgus commanded. "Weapons ready!"
"Reading one Vor'cha-class Attack Cruiser and two B'rel-class Birds-of-Prey," Quinn commented from another console. "They must really overestimate their chances if they're coming at us with those."
"They would not have shown themselves if they did not feel they could win," Malgus growled.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
While Kurt and Ann coordinated in Kaas City, Bryce was asked to tour the Mongdrigan War camp. A large, hulking Earth Dragon, even Bryce was impressed by what he saw. He looked around, trying to spot someone who looked like the leader of the bunch.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Markus wasn't far behind. "It was that kid, Kaleb, again, wasn't it?" he asked.
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Oh, please, you're overthinking this," Vitani giggled. "Just relax."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Even so, go easy on Tyber; he didn't ask for this. And aunt Krystal can make him better again in no time, so you have literally zero change to your plan, whatever that was," Jason said.
Kira said nothing as she backed the jeep out of the driveway and headed out into the city.
*** Draco City Diner, Dragon'taan ***
It would be less than a half-hour before Kira and Kanan would pull up to the Draco City Diner. "Expenses are being picked up by the Diplomatic Corps on this one, so try and enjoy yourself and behave, for god's sake," Kira told Kanan as she got out.
*** Fox's Apartment, Corneria City ***
"Broken, unfortunately," Fara sighed. "Falco did a real number on it."
K'Tath looked to Fara. "What do you know about Darth Nox?"
"Next to nothing," Fara admitted.
"I was able to dig up a few things about him," Slippy said, grabbing a tablet off the counter and pulling up the relevent information. "A Sith Lord, head--"
"--Of the Pyramid of Ancient Knowledge, charged with keeping the mystical knowledge of the Sith and guarding the Secrets of the Sith Order," K'Tath finished. "When the Empire was reorganized under Darth Acina, Nox vanished and hadn't been seen since. It was rumored he scoured the galaxy for as much Sith lore and artifacts he could find, but that's dismissed as wild speculation."
Slippy frowned. "How did you know that?" he asked.
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Flotilla in Deep Space ***
The Warspite dropped out of Transwarp at the flotilla, adding the ships salvaged from the salvage yard to his growing fleet. He had heard of another merc doing this, one Commander Knight, but so far, Blythe hadn't run across her. But at the same time, he wondered if Knight had been coming across the same issue he had been: Ship and Salvage Yard personnel vanishing without a trace, no indication as to what happened or why.
With nothing to do, Blythe left the operations in the hands of his Hologram XO and headed for his personal quarters, dropped onto the bed, and fell asleep.
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**Dromund Kaas**
The Mongdrigans, having never seen a dragon on a species-wide scale, had no idea how to approach, let alone interact with, Bryce. The women and children retreated into tents and lean-to’s, as the men stood on guard. Eventually, Ickthis Kaas stepped forth, his authority denoted only by the hat he wore. The purple raccoon stepped up to the dragon, looking him up and down.
“What brings you here, stranger?” Kaas said, planting his paws on his hips. “You are not known to my people. Are you with Lord Malgus?”
**Unknown Planet**
The hazmatter sighed, shuffled a moment, before mumbling. “Extenuating circumstances.” He then cleared his throat and spoke up.
“I’m agent Ray Blackburn, a field operative for the SCP Foundation. I was sent to investigate and, hopefully, neutralize or contain that structure,” he thumbed at the transmitter ruins. “Not important now, I guess. I was inside when it wound up here.” He sighed again. “I’m sorry for the secrecy. Foundation agents are sworn to it, unless…” he motioned at the barren rock and group. “Extenuating circumstances.”
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** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
"We could use the pelican or any other ship wreakage as shelter" Tigress noted
"Something feels off here, wait, What creature?" Kelsey asked.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"Well, see about that, Kyva if you can send assistance do so we saw the Klingons land, but are unsure of their reasons." Nari said through the subspace transmitter.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"in responce to your ealier question, Lord Malgus." Kyva began and pointed to the Klingon ships on the view screen. "Does that answer question?" he asked "Also the group ground side could use assistance fighting off those Klingons..." the Sangheili added, pausing for a second " Lord Malgus i'm picking up a large fluctuation, fairly similar to a damaged Romulan cloaking device, it's very odd i don't think the Klingons are detecting it, almost as if.. We're being hailed by a... Ly'ion's den?" Kyva paused, again something was familar to him about that name. Without warning 4 Klingon To'duj fighters and 2 B'rolth Klingon birds of prey de cloaked behind the other Klingon ships and began engaging them.
*** UACS Iron Regent, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"I dunno anymore i'm still surprized anyone would mess with a dragon-shifter..."Krystal replied just before they 'teleported' to the Manor.
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"You think?" Kylie asked simply.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm trying not to take it out on him, i'll save the rest for Kaleb, but it's kinda hard..." Shiloh sighed
*** Draco City Diner, Dragon'taan ***
"You know i'm a soldier you could just order me to, hun?" Kanan replied as he followed Kira in.
** Fox's Apartment, Corneria City ***
"our species can feel peoples 'aura's and also we can kind of manipulate our own into energy, I've been training and working on a way to turn that into healing energy, by emulating your own aura I can..." Cobalt stopped talking as her palms began to glow a bluish hue then she backed off from Fara "Unfortunatly i'm still a bit new to this idea ,but your arm should be healed, but take it slow it'll still be sore." She added Turning to K'tath "I don't think you ever told me the significance of this 'Nox' person." Cobalt said to K'tath.
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*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Spade POV ***
As the others were conversing with apparently a ship in orbit she heard the sound of hushed voices coming from the way they came. "Guys, we've got company!"
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(OOC: SCP Foundation!)
*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
"The ship is grounded?" Weaver nervously spoke, "That's... really bad. We're going to need less of a shelter and more of a bunker. You didn't happen to bring, like, a really big flashlight did you?"
Weaver looked to Ray, "Wait, wait, wait. So you did come from that portal. Oh boy. Uh... sorry to break it to you. You're... uh... not even in the same dimension as where you come from. The SCP Foundation you're from isn't the same one here, if it even exists here," Weaver paused, looking at his Rifter, "Y'know this thing isn't supposed to do that. It uh... hm... I guess this is indirectly my fault. I opened that portal. Unintentionally that is. This thing is uh... finicky. Welp, in a twisted way, because it was unintentional, you won't cease to exist when the rift closes. I think. I'm not really sure exactly. This has never happened before."
"Oh, uh, more bad news I guess. I don't know how to get you home either. Rifts opened are... one-way. As in stuff comes out, not in. Even if you could enter one, I have no idea of where to even send you. I don't even know how to make this thing pick specifically what I want in the first place. Sometimes it even backfires and does stuff like... this."
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
"One of us might have," Zuka responded to Weaver. "You mentioned something about a creature before?"
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
Wrath, in response to Spade's comment, activated one of his lightsabers.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"Well, that's convenient," Malgus commented. "What does the Ly'ion's Den want?"
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Yeah, I do," Vitani said. "Just relax. It's not like the family's gonna shoot out your knees for the slightest error. I get you want this performance to be flawless, but if you just relax a bit, you'll be better prepared to pull this off. Okay?"
*** Draco City Diner, Dragon'taan ***
Kira whirled around and grabbed Kanan by his shirt, pulling him close enough that their noses were centimeters apart. At first, she seemed aggressive, but her voice was soft and loving when she spoke, "You're more than a soldier to me - you're the man I love. And I don't give orders to the man I love; I make requests of them. That's not what lovers do. Neither of us are under each other's command." She paused to briefly kiss him. "I don't want your image or mine damaged by any incident. So just behave while we're in there, okay?"
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"What's kinda hard?" Markus asked as he arrived in the room. Tyber seemed somewhat intimidated by Markus' large frame, and visibly shuddered. Markus slowly knelt down beside him as he said, "Easy, son - I won't hurt you. I make look like a giant, but I'm still a gentle giant. Ask Krystal." Tyber looked to Krystal, half-fearfully, half-expectantly, as he shook.
*** Fox's Apartment, Corneria City ***
K'Tath sighed, his hands on his hips. "Before I lost my Dragon Form, I had come across... documents, in an old family storage unit," he explained. He looked up at Cobalt. "Imperial Documents. Hailing back to the era of the Great Galactic Cold War between the Reconstituted Sith Empire and the Galactic Republic, at the time. Somewhere around... 3600 BBY."
"Why is this relavent?" Fox asked.
"Because Darth Nox's name was specifically mentioned. Birth records, listing grandparents of mine way up in the family tree as... his children. Children that, at the time of their birth, were hidden away. My ancestors never understood why, but among the documents and trinkets I came across were Nox's journals. He spoke of continuing his bloodline, something about a vision he had of his demise, and wanting to hoard every last drop of Sith power and keep it safe until..." K'Tath paused for an unexplained reason
"... until what...?" Fara asked.
"Until a worthy heir could find his spirit and claim it," K'Tath sighed. "It wasn't easy - centuries of records can be difficult to access, but I was able to trace Nox's lineage... to me."
"You?" Slippy queried.
"I hardly believed it, myself," K'Tath admitted. "It was my mother's side that carried Nox's lineage to me. So even though I lost my Dragon Form..." He paused to ignite his crimson lightsaber, and let red lightning crawl up the blade briefly before extinguishing it. "... I never lost the power of the Force." He looked to Cobalt. "Do you see now, why I took the path I took when restoring my honor to the Dragon-Shifters?"
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Flotilla in Deep Space ***
Blythe was awakened by the comm unit. "Commander, we are ready to get underway," Grey said.
"Acknowledged, I'm on my way," Blythe responded, rising from bed and straightening out his uniform. He walked onto the bridge of his vessel, and sat at the Command Chair.
"Coordinates locked in, ready to engage at your command," the droid helmsman reported.
"Escorts are forming up around us," the droid at Tactical added.
"All ships, engage on course," Blythe commanded. In a flash, they all jumped to Transwarp, and were gone, speeding away to their next destination...
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
"Reguardless of what is here, we should seek some sort of shelter here soon, the Sky is begining to get dark and I don't like being caught outside on an unknown planet during nightfall or dark" Tigress spoke up.
Kelsey stood there checkering her vanbraces as the others talked.
** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"There's one House of Klingons that would dare to go this far from their own galaxy." Nari growled igniting her psionic sword the greyish blade glowing in the dark.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"To put it bluntly, Lord Malgus and I quote 'To rid the galaxy of these honorless PetaQs' Kyva quoted "To say the least they're with us and the captain is a friend of mine, we've met a few times." Kyva finished as a Vo'quv Class Klingon carrier decloaked showing the source of the fighters and the Birds of prey that had just shown up, on it's Bow the symbol of a Grey Dragon with Blue eyes and spitting a green and Red flame.
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"I guess so." Kylie sighed "But it's the first time I've had them as Guest, hell it's the first time I've had any guest..." Kylie sighed again.
*** Draco City Diner, Dragon'taan ***
Kanan held Kira for a moment kissing her on the cheek, "common admit it you want to boss me around just a little, luv." Kannan whispered.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh, Uncle Markus, hard to focus my anger on the guy who got my... Umm what's the word for it? Partner sick?" Shiloh said shuddering a little, turning to Tyber "Intimidated by cats much?" she asked with a quiet giggle.
Krystal looked at Tyber oddly for a second before her expression turned to sadness. "Why you looking at me, Tyber do you not trust him as you do me? He is my mate.." Krystal sighed, not feeling like that would calm him down, she had a lot on her mind at the present moment. "He's harmless, trust me.' She added, looking at Markus "to you at least..."
*** Fox's Apartment, Corneria City ***
"I suppose, but I'm kinda indebted to you, K'Tath..." Cobalt shrugged."I still don't understand why this Darth Nox guy is such a big deal..."
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**Unknown Planet**
Ray looked dumbstruck. "W-Wait. I'm stuck? L-Like, you can't send me home at all? W-What about you guys," he turned to the Spartans. "Y-You look advanced, no wormhole tech? Dimensional generators? C-Controlled ontokineticists?" When the responses all turned up negative, the lost agent simply brought his arms up and hugged himself. "S-So...I'm lost then." He sighed, his eyes reddening with the approach of defeated, dismal tears. "Y-You're warned this can happen," he choked out. "B-But you never think it'll actually...happen to you."
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
"I uh..." Weaver shifted awkwardly, not wanting to meet Ray's gaze, "... Maybe there's something that could get you home, but we need to get off this planet or none of us are going home."
He then responded to Zuka, "Yeah that monster. It somehow got on our ship and from what I could tell took the entire thing down. We weren't a military vessel, but we had some mean guns onboard. I guess they didn't do much. Me and Jade figured out it hates sunlight, and that's the only reason why we're even alive," Weaver tried to glance up at the star before quickly shifting his gaze towards the still blaring siren, "but... that eclipse... it's going to give that monster an opportunity to attack, and we're kinda standing next to a dinner bell. We should turn off that siren, but uh... I'm also not sure what's going to happen if we mess with anything here. Maybe we could just shoot the top of the siren off and it'll shut up. Or we could just run and just not deal with this."
"Just... wherever we pick as a place to hide, not here. Please."
OOC: Remember that opening doors is a bad idea.
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*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Spade POV ***
Activating her plasma whip she set it to slice mode (blue color). "A few Tuk'ata weren't a problem, however I don't believe fighting Klingons will be nearly as easy. Not to mention one of my arms is still out of commission, we'll need to be careful about this since we have a civilian that can't fight effectively."
She stood next to the doorway and waited. As the first Klingon rounded the corner she quickly relieved him of his head and he slumped onto the floor. She did this with 2 others before the rest realized the problem and the one at the front whipped around the corner before she could react and punched her directly to the face. She staggered back as blood dripped out of her nose. Dazed, she was wide open for an attack and the Klingon advanced on her. Suddenly a chair was broken over the head of the Klingon.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Cole POV ***
At first Cole was utterly terrified, but when he saw the Klingon advancing towards Spade he gathered some wits and grabbed the nearest thing, a chair, and bashed it over the head of the Klingon.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Spade POV ***
The chair didn't do anything other then enrage the Klingon and he turned to attack Cole. "Oh no you don't!" She took out her Katar and stabbed the Klingon. Unfortunately, the Klingon's armor didn't allow her blade to go very far into it. Fortunately, it was enough to kill the Klingon when she activated the Katar's shockwave burst. The Klingon's insides were completely destroyed and it slumped to the floor. She turned to Cole and said flatly "That was a very brave but stupid thing to do."
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*Unknown Planet**
Ray spoke up after a few seconds of silence. “The transmitter building has a big hole in the side of it. We can enter that way, shore it up before this monster shows up. Just…don’t open the door. Containment file had more than a few events that could trigger.”
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Whether we run right off the bat or turn off the siren before finding shelter, we should find a place that has at least some power," Zuka said. He looked at the scattered hulks about the area. One of them - a crashed Strident-class Heavy Frigate, mostly intact, and its lights were still on - caught the Sangheili's notice. In the distance, however, was a facility of completely alien origin. "That Strident Frigate might be a good place to start," he said, indicating the aforementioned frigate. He then looked to Weaver and Ray. "You two should turn off the Siren if you can." He then looked to Tigress. "Tigress, any chance you can interface with what's left of that Strident's systems?"
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
Wrath was impressed with Spade's combat prowess, but knew she couldn't keep it up indefinitely. A fire team of Klingons came around the corner, and Wrath leaped into action, tearing through the Klingons as only a Sith could. When they were down, he looked to Nari. "Get reinforcements down here, now. And call in a fleet to deal with any interlopers in orbit."
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"How convenient," Malgus remarked. "In any event, get our forces down planetside - make sure the Klingons do not make off with anything useful. Kyva, see if you can get your friend on that ship to make sure the Romulans aren't here, too."
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Oh, will you relax? It's gonna be fine. They're not music critics," Vitani laughed. "You've done many concerts for the Victory Day Celebration before. This one is no different."
*** Draco City Diner, Dragon'taan ***
"That doesn't make it right," Kira said. She released Kanan and proceeded to walk inside. A waiter greeted them, and Kira spoke, "We have a reservation with Mister Argyle, is he here already?"
"Ah, yes - he arrived right before you did," the waiter responded. He then grabbed two menus and lead Kira and Kanan to a table where a well-dressed gentleman with white facial tattoos sat looking over a menu of his own. He looked up and smiled.
"Ah, madame Indari - I received word you'd be coming," the man said. "You make good time."
Kira reached out and shook the man's hand. "Kira Indari," she introduced herself. Indicating Kanan, she added, "This is my future-husband, Kanan." Argyle smiled, and offered his hand.
"A pleasure, sir," he said politely.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"... never... met Uncle Markus before... not in... person," Tyber said weakly.
"Still, he asked for you, Aunt Krystal," Jason said to Krystal. "I think he wants that same remedy you gave me when I was this sick." Tyber confirmed this with a nod.
*** Fox's Apartment, Corneria City ***
"Because Darth Nox is my ancestor, and as such, I'm likely the only one who will be able to claim his treasures as my own," K'Tath said. "Nox won't let anyone else near it. I suspect that's why he did that to Falco, who broke your arm," K'Tath indicated Fara. "I might be able to help him, but I need to be in the room with him."
"We can get you to where Falco is being held," Fox offered. "But if what you said is true... why would Nox choose to be interred on Corneria? And how did we never find his tomb?"
"A good question... for another time," K'Tath said. "First we need to see to Falco."
"Then let's go - if you can get Falco back to his old self again, I want to do that ASAP," Fox responded. He led the team to his vehicle, and started driving to the hospital.
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
The Warspite arrived at a Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard, with her attendant battle group - two Trident-class Dreadnoughts and four Trafalgar-class Destroyers. "This is Commander Raymond Blythe of the warship Warspite to the Salvage yard - I am here for my appointment with Merchant Bok."
Much to Blythe's relief, the mildly annoying voice of a Ferengi responded, "Commander Blythe, good to see you made your appointment. Unfortunately, I will have to delay our negotiations for those Klingon D'Tai Battleships you wanted - our business computers are down at the moment, and we're trying to restore them."
"No hurry, sir - just let me know when they are ready," Blythe assured him before cutting the channel. When it was cut, he addressed Grey. "Seems like we might have walked in before whatever it was that happened to the other salvage yards happened here."
"I would agree, Commander. I can't say as to what happened, but we might have a chance to see who's turning the wheels, here," Grey said.
"Agreed. Send a burst transmission to the yard - we will engage cloak, but we are not leaving. Tell them some of what we suspect, but make it clear we wish them no harm and aim to protect them should this get nasty. Tactical... So'wI yI'chu!" Blythe commanded. The entire group cloaked immediately after, and the Ferengi at the yard showed no reaction.
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"With Old tech like that, easy as pie, If i could ever learn to cook." Tigress replied semi-sarcastically.
"This place screams danger to me, I hope you have a defensive plan, Zuka. There's no telling what is on this planet, i wouldn't be surprized if there are post-apocalyptic raiders here."
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"Not much i can do from here!" Nari said dueling with a Klingon that had charged her, she was a bit rusty having not been in combat for awhile...
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"I don't think so the only romulan signal i've seen is that one from the L'yons Den ,but they tend to leak that as a way to signal they are here." Kyva replied "I've marked a drop point for our forces, Lord Malgus they should be able to land near the colony, provided our Klingon friends don't have any surprizes in store."
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Again first time I've had guest on board though." Kylie replied
*** Draco City Diner, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm giving you permission..." Kanan whispered back, turning to face Argyle offering a firm handshake in return "Im... not much for words, I apologize." The Red dragon replied.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"First time for everything."Kystal replied, leaning over Tyber. "Markus, get me a half a gallon of apple cider, soft not hard, and if they have any some fruit preferably apple or Grape, please." The blue Vixen added.
*** Fox's Apartment, Corneria City ***
"Thaaat doesn't exactly answer my question." Cobalt replied, following along.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
alarms began to blare as a sun bleached vixen got up from her bed and ran over to a nearby console, in such a hurry she forgot to grab her armored suit as she got up to the console. "Ahh Frack, they're back..." the vixen muttered under her breath. "Who?" said a voice on the other side of the room, an anthro nightstalker revealing herself as she walked out of the shadows "Them." the vixen replied pointing to the monitor. "Oh crap..." the rattlesnake coyote hybrid gasped. "i'd never thought the Enclave would come back, I can only hope that the NCR is ready for something like this even Legion would have issues with the Enclave."The vixen replied.
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*** Unknown Planet, Ground Zero Outskirts ***
"O-okay..." was Weaver's response, "I've never messed with one of these things before. Do they have an on/off switch somewhere?"
He headed towards the big hole that Ray indicated. The siren was impaled through the building at a skewed angle. The base of it could be easily reached by traveling through the hole in the building. Although easily reachable, Weaver wasn't an engineer, and didn't really know how to go about shutting down a storm siren. His best guess was to look for some kind of switch. Given time, he would find something amounting to a switch and turn it off, but chances were, someone else could find it faster if they chose to help.
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*Unknown Planet.*
Ray jogged after Weaver, drawing his service weapon. “Alrighty,” he thumbed the flashlight toggle, a blazing beam of cold white light lanced from the LED array of the light module. He swung it around until Ray found what he’d been searching for.
“Aha! There, there’s a switch. The other’s on the opposite side of the room.” He waited for Weaver to identify the switch before sir hung for the other. “We’ll pull ‘em on ‘three’. Documents said it’d trip the main breaker. Since the main should be ‘bout ten feet underground, I’m guessing it’ll break the fuse. O-Or it’ll do nothing and I’ll shoot the transmitter’s power box until I feel better.” His thick, PVC glove creaked as he gripped his switch. “Ready?”
*Dromund Kaas, Mongdrigan Camp*
As Bryce inspected the camp, and the Mongdrigans readily avoiding him, Ickthis Kaas approached with his paws akimbo. “You there,” he called. “You’re with Lord Malgus, yes? If not, you’ll be removed by force.”
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*** Dromund Kaas, Mongdrigan Camp ***
"I'm a recent ally, but yes, I am with Lord Malgus," Bryce finally responded. "I was looking for my XO, Commander Sebastian..." he lifted one of his muscular arms, his hand coming to about a foot and a half beneath his height. "... Runner Dragon, stands about this tall, light brown scales. I was told he was in this area checking up on your people."
*** Unknown World ***
While Weaver went about silencing the proverbial dinner bell, Zuka turned to Tigress. "Is there any other reason this world was seemingly cordoned off? I get the impression there's something here someone doesn't want getting off-world, and it isn't that monster that Weaver crashed here with."
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"What would Klingons want with Korriban anyway?" Vette asked in the temporary lull in the fighting. "This is nowhere near their turf!"
"I don't think the Klingons are here on their orders," Wrath commented. "My guess would be, they are under Tal Shiar direction."
*** Korriban Orbit ***
Just as Kyva said that, there would be tachyon emissions indicative of two Romulan cloaking devices off the port side of Malgus' flagship, seemingly heading away from the area.
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Vitani smiled and giggled, "You worry too much, hon. It's turning you grey."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Markus left to get what was requested, while Tyber lay in bed. Jason left to get his suit straightened out for the festival, and as he did that, Mathayus walked in the door.
*** Fox's Apartment, Corneria City ***
"Nox discovered many secrets in the Force during his time," K'Tath said. "Force-walking, a cure for Force-Walking sickness, and Force Rituals that can extend one's own lifespan vastly and even possibly make one immortal. They were believed lost when Nox vanished just prior to the emergence of the Eternal Empire of Zakuul. If Nox was indeed interred here, his discoveries would lie with him."
"If he was so powerful, why is he dead? What could have killed him?" Fox asked.
"Ten to one, he felt he had existed long enough, and let his body expire - but that's just my speculation," K'Tath replied. "Nox was a powerful Sith Lord. What I'm wondering is did he have that Dashade when he was interred here..."
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"Enclave? Again?" said a human voice with a noticeable Russian accent from the Nightstalker's bed. "Thought we dealt with them after that Imperial Alliance ship crashed here..." He got up, clearly suffering from a hangover.
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
"Commander, I have something - intermittent neutrino emissions, forward quarter - readings are consistent with a Bird-of-Prey type vessel," Grey reported.
A Bird-of-Prey? That wouldn't be near enough to wipe out a whole shipyard, let alone leave no trace. "Let it be - let's see what they do," Blythe commanded.
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"What do I look like an intellgence officer?" We know as much about this place as you do." Tigress responded.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"Defintly Tal Shiar, did you see the crest on their armor those were traitors from the former house of Duras and Torg, as far as I know they are stains on the Klingon Alliance with other factions, not to mention they both work with the Tal shiar." Nari pointed out as she sliced one Klingons Bat'leth in half before kicking him to the ground before finishing him with a blow from her sword to his chest "Knowing the Tal shiar they could be looking for jedi artifacts, the Tail Shiar are always searching for power, even at their own expense, like the time they tried to work with the Iconians." Nari added.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"Looks like two romulan ships just left.. or are leaving" Kyva noted, as he did The lyon's den began firing at one of the sources with it's rapid fire disruptor cannons attempting to stop whatever it was, though the ship would be unable to chase them down if they got away, a second volley of fire launched what appeared to be large missiles which spread out into multiple smaller missiles...
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Yeah you say that, when your the crazy one when your in heat." Kylie giggled.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Well at least this is less taxing that fighting Thrawn in a simulated space battle." Krystal sighed as she began setting her hand on tyber's forehead. "Help me out here Tyber...view your sickness as something a bag of trash, a barrel of waste, something to be discarded then imagine that going away, vanishing and just going away." Krystal instructed, feeling the presence of another nearby, but was too busy to say anything or physically notice the Dragon entering the room.
"Uncle Fasnuu, what brings you back so soon?" Shiloh asked.
*** Fox's Apartment, Corneria City ***
"It also could be that one of his apprentices killed him, that was typical with the Rule of two but I doubt that wouldn't have happened before that philosophy was adopted." Cobalt noted.
** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"Diffrent squad or something." Rika noted "Since the destruction of thier east coast base they've broken up into various remnanant groups that are less powerful than the whole faction.
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*** Unknown Planet, Ruined Building ***
"Yeah I'm ready," Weaver responded, "Alright... three... two... one..." he pulled down the switch. The sharp zap of electricity could be heard as the power was cutoff. The siren was finally silenced. However, the other anomalous sounds continued. The knocking and the wails of the dead crew still echoed throughout the area. Not nearly as loud, but now it could be heard clearly without the siren blaring over it.
Weaver gave a long sigh, "Well that fixed one problem. I don't know about the rest. I-I think we should reconvene with the others. Unless you have a clue on how to stop my dead crewmembers from screaming."
He was ready to either leave and meet with the others, or follow Ray if he had an idea.
OOC: Unless you knock Weaver unconscious, there's no other (planned) practical way of stopping the other sounds, other than leaving. But hey, doing the unexpected is what players do best.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray scratched his head through the PVC hood. “Huh…I thought that might’ve worked.” He stared up at the transmitter through the hole in the roof. “Strange. Well, that’s not on file, and I’m no researcher. Just an agent.” He sighed, arms dropping in defeat. “O-Or…ex-agent.” With a shrug, he turned and headed for the hole in the wall.
*Dromund Kaas, Mongdrigan Camp*
Ickthis shrugged. “Haven’t seen him. Though, I was supervising training before,” he motioned vaguely. “This. He might be at the training grounds.” Ickthis Kaas grinned. “Got the boys training with those fancy guns ya’ll have, and with those vibrating swords too. Not as good as brass and Mongdrigan steel, but it’ll suffice. C’mon, I’ll show you the grounds.”
The purple raccoon turned sharply, weaving through tents and lean-to’s until the pair came to the training grounds.
Where on Mongdrigo, the training grounds held simulators, firing ranges and melee pits, the training area on Dromund Kaas was simply a large, flat, empty space outside the camp, adjacent to a large flat rock. There, many of the men trained, either firing training blasters at one another, or sparring with training vibroblades. At one of the melee arenas would stand Commander Sebastian, watching two Mongdrigans, young adults, spar with great ferocity. The training blades blurred through the air, clashing occasionally. One young lad, who’s ears and paws were tipped in the trademark Tiberium green. His blade sang through the air, dancing arcs around his opponent. The two blades clashed, with the opponents blade being fractured and thrown aside, while the opponent was thrown to the ground. The victor placed his blade against the fallen trainee’s chest, rage-filled hatred burning in his eyes. He applied pressure, cutting the fallen Mongdrigan.
“Venj!” Ickthis barked. “Stand down.”
The young Mongdrigan snapped to attention, dropping the sword immediately. “Yes sir,” he responded sharply. “Sorry sir! I got carried away, sir!”
Ickthis sneered. “I see that. Get your partner to the medical tent now. And report to the punishment block afterwards.”
The young Mongdrigan knelt and helped his friend up, and the pair shuffled off, with Venj profusely apologizing.
“That your man, stranger?” Ickthis pointed at Commander Sebastian, glancing at Bryce.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Zuka had noticed a tipped-over personnel carrier variant of a Warthog by the time Weaver and Ray would emerge from the building now echoing with somewhat muffled wails. Zuka looked to them, then indicated the distant crashed Strident. "See that? That's our destination. If the power's still good, we can hide there until the sun comes back out." Zuka turned to Weaver. "If what you say about the creature is true, it should retreat into another of these hulks. Gods know there are plenty here." He looked over his shoulder as the Spartans finish turning the 'Hog over onto its wheels. His attention then shifted to Ray. "You and Weaver, here, should come with us. I don't fancy either of you want to be that creature's solar-eclipse-time snack."
"Fuel Cells are fully charged, Shipmaster! We're in luck!" one of the Spartans called out.
Zuka looked to Ray and Weaver. "We'd better mount up. I don't know how much longer it'll be before the sun is blocked out enough for that creature, whatever it is, to comfortably move about." Zuka looked to Tigress. "You, too, Quartermaster. It'll be a tight fit, but it's better than heading to the Strident on foot." He then turned and headed for the Hog, stopping to offer a hand to Jade. "Come with us. I don't know your reasons for being here, but I refuse to leave anyone behind."
*** Dromund Kaas, Mongdrigan Camp ***
"Seb!" Bryce called out, his voice booming. The Runner Dragon jumped and whipped his head around, and spotted Bryce. Bryce spoke addressing Ickthis, "Yeah, that's him." Sebastian approached Bryce.
"Sorry, chief - a stray shot from one of the boys in training here hit my communicator, and these boys couldn't figure out how to contact us," Sebastian explained. he indicated Ickthis. "I think that guy ripped into the one who accidentally shot my communicator, even after I said it was an accident."
"You're lucky they didn't seriously injure you," Bryce said sternly.
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Ah, bite me," Vitani playfully jabbed.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
In the bustling traffic in orbit, an uncommon sight graced the orbit above Dragon'taan - an Imperator-II class Star Destroyer, flanked by two Nebula-class Star Destroyers, two Enforcer-class Heavy Cruisers, and two Champion-class Heavy Cruisers. An open comm signal went out. "Star Destroyer Admonitor to Dragon'taan High Command... I am here representing the Imperial Alliance, as requested," spoke the voice of Grand Admiral Thrawn.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Tyber closed his eyes and did as instructed, as Markus came back with the requested items. "You wanna walk me through this, hon?" he asked.
"I gotta get your cousin ready for this festival - it's his first," Mathayus responded. He looked to the upper level and called out, "Let's get a move on, Max - you don't wanna be late!"
"Almost ready, dad!" called out Mathayus' son - Maximilian "Max" Indari. His mother - Maria Indari - came down the stairs.
"More and more, he looks and acts like you, hon," she chuckled.
"So he's more charming, confident, intelligent, and strong in the Force?" Mathayus joked.
"No, he drives me insane with his fierce independence," Maria responded, smiling and kissing Mathayus.
*** Draco City Diner, Dragon'taan ***
"No need to apologize, sir," Argyle said with a beaming smile. "My son is the same way." Kira sat down in a ladylike composure, hesitating for a moment to pick up the menu.
"Enjoying Dragon'taan so far, sir?" she asked.
"Quite," Argyle affirmed. "An impressive world. I can see the Board of Directors made a good call in deciding to establish ties here."
"Yes, the higher-ups mentioned your guys wanted to establish a Branch Office?" Kira said.
"Why, yes - but I was instructed to take this whole affair slow, considering our two Governments have only just recently met," Argyle stated.
*** Corneria City Hospital, Corneria City ***
"It was actually quite common in all Sith Regimes - I don't know why the Sith Covenant haven't descended into infighting yet," K'Tath said. "And his own apprentice killing him is a possibility - albeit a rather slim one." Fox parked the car and they all would step out of the vehicle.
"You sure you can help Falco?" Fox asked. "I don't know what he encountered in that tomb, but it did a real number on him."
"Between my connection to Nox and knowledge of what he did in his time... if Falco is afflicted with what I think he is, I'm the only one who can," K'Tath said. He looked to Cobalt. "Be ready if things go south," he told her.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
Richard groaned as he got up. "They had to come when I was in hangover..." he grumbled. "... Da, let me get armor on, I help." He then muttered something in his native Russian as he started to dress up.
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
The Warspite and it's attendant group had watched the Bird-of-Prey for what seemed hours as it flew from one end of the yard to the other, and then de-cloaked and started communicating with the yard. But Blythe had no reason to de-cloak, himself - for one, it'd scare the hell out of the crew of the much smaller Bird-of-Prey; and two, he wanted to see what it was that would come to this yard - and stop it, if at all possible.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
She accepted the hand and as she got up her sleeve shifted revealing several scars all over her arm as if something had been attacking her arm. "Thanks, I need to get off this planet as soon as possible or my mental health will surely degrade more than it already has."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"And what Am I suppose to do? FLy?" Kelsey asked, as she looked over the warthog.
"They didn't exactly design warthogs to fit elites either..." Tigress pointed out, notiing the simularity between her and Sangheili average height, as she climbed in.
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Well, I always did wonder how you tasted." Kylie smirked as he quickly moved his mouth to Vitani's neck nibbling at her shoulder, playfully.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Ahh yes, Admiral Thrawn, I believe that's right on schedule" Began a droid manning the control tower. "I'm sending you the landing coordinates and clearance now, please enjoy your stay on Dragon'taan."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"The cider is for me to drink and the fruit is well food, i haven't eaten anything since we got here so... it's kinda my lunch.." Krystal replied simply, turning back to Tyber. "Have you disposed of the 'trash' yet, Tyber?" she asked.
*** Draco City Diner, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm sure you'll find dragon'taan to be very accomodating, sir. They certainly charmed me when i got here, and that's besides my, Wife here." Kanan spoke up.
*** Corneria City Hospital, Corneria City ***
"The Sith Covenant are more than a Sith Cult they use a bit of the old Covenant as well to hold themselves together so a mere infight would likely not harm them much, this isn't the normal sith cult nor the original Covenant." Cobalt noted to Fox, turning to K'tath as they left the vehicle.
"You haven't seen my new defensive technique yet." Cobalt said as she followed along.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"This group may not be as big as the last, it does appear that the Enclave itself has fractured into many groups not unlike what happend to that one Galatic empire in another galaxy." Rika noted as she checked the scanner system in the base, able to tap into the enclaves comms via the equipment in the base that she had disconnected from the main enclave network and recoded.
Risa looked at Richard "I told you to go easy on the Vodka..." the rattlesnake Coyote hybrid sighed.
*** Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
Almost suddenly 15 TIE fighters appearing to be older Models dropped from Hyperspace nearby, some sort of device seperating from all of them which would not only screen them from guided missile attacks from the various debri but could possibly jam the local area or make it look like there were more Fighters temporarily while the TIEs engaged their sublight engines... the captain of the squadron sent out a hail on all frequencies "This is Captain Quon of the Galatic Empire this debri field and all of it's contents now belong to the Galatic empire all other forces are warned to leave the area Immediately.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Huh... I wonder if our rescuers have anything related to... uh... interdimensional travel. Might be a way for you to get back home," Weaver said, trying to comfort Ray as the two left the ruined building.
"The Strident?" Weaver responded to Zuka, "That has more than just lights if it decides to come knocking right? The artificial lights on my ship sure didn't do anything to stop that thing. Better than standing out here I suppose. What happened to your transport to brick it anyway? Scratch that, this whole place is a ship graveyard. What happened to... everything? I don't think that creature could have taken them all down by itself. Either that or we're really screwed."
Weaver boarded the Warthog, catching a brief glimpse of Jade's scars, "Hey... Jade... is there... uh... any other hostile lifeforms on this planet we should be aware of?" Whatever that scar was, it wasn't from the earlier crash.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray shrugged at Weaver’s attempted comfort. He knew he’d be quarantined for months if he returned without the structure. Or busted down to the dreaded D-Class. He merely approached the Warthog, but stopped when he realized what it was. His head spun, a headache forming in the deepest recesses of his mind. “T-This is a Warthog,” he mumbled quietly. Glancing at Zuka and his underlings only made the agent’s head hurt more. “T-Those are S-Spartans.” He seemed to lock up, his mind reeling.
Force-attuned individuals would “hear” him debating his current situation.
‘Either that building was a fake, and the guys decided to put me in the simulator again. Or…’
With a sigh, he pulled a carabiner and thick nylon strap from his carrier rig, climbed aboard the ‘Hog and strapped himself in.
*Dromund Kaas, Mongdrigan Camp*
Commander Kaas offered a slightly subdued smile as apology. “You walked uninvited into a live-fire exercise field. It was dumb luck we didn’t have to drag you to triage. Mongdrigan marksmen are trained for headshots, but these energy “weapons”,” he air-quoted. “Don’t act like good old Mongdrigan rifles. I reprimanded Private Venj for his lack of positive identification of his target.”
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Zuka was visibly disturbed by the scars on Jade's arm, but he didn't say anything. Once everyone was aboard the Warthog, Zuka climbed in the back, and one of the Spartans took the driver's seat. Then, the drive began. It didn't take long to reach the Strident, and the team would enter through one of the vacant lifeboat bays. They would follow Zuka through the well-lit bowels of the ship until they reached the Bridge, where a lone skeletal corpse sat in the Captain's chair. It was holding some kind of data device. Through the forward view port, a massive structure sat in the distance, heavily reminiscent of a Forerunner structure.
One of the Spartans took the data device, and plugged it in to the ship's computers. "Hrm... this thing gives us... access to what's left of the ship's systems... let's see..." the Spartan spoke. Moments later, she proclaimed, "Ha! We can lock this ship off from the creature with the experimental force fields! According to the log, the creature can't penetrate them."
"Then Isolate any entry point," Zuka said. He turned to Jade. "Young one, you probably didn't know this, but I have seen those..." he indicated Jade's scars on her arm "... kinds of scars before. You must have been here a very long time, of that I do not doubt. But to come into contact with the Flood... and avoid being infected... is extremely rare. You are fortunate, but it begs the question, where did you encounter the Flood, and how did you escape infection?"
*** Dromund Kaas, Mongdrigan Camp ***
"You should be much more careful, Seb," Bryce told Sebastian. "This isn't Onyxia Prime we're on."
"I know, chief," Sebastian responded. "I'll be careful. In any event, I have all the info I need on my datapad." He looked to Kaas. "But one thing I don't understand... how did you come into contact with Lord Malgus? I don't think anyone ever explained that one. Not in any detail."
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Honey," Vitani playfully protested, "Not here... we're supposed to be getting ready for the concert..."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Some time later, the Star Destroyer launched a Lambda-class Shuttle escorted by two TIE Defenders to the surface. The shuttle landed without incident, and a message was sent to Indari Manor.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Working on it, Aunt Krystal," Tyber said, starting to sound better.
"General Bellator to High General Indari," came a familiar voice that hadn't spoken in Indari Manor for some time. "Grand Admiral Thrawn has landed."
"He's early," Anna commented.
"It's Thrawn. He's always either early or right on time. Rather punctual, even for a Chiss," Kyle said. "Acknowledged, Bellator - I will meet him at the Enclave."
*** Draco City Diner, Dragon'taan ***
Just as Kanan said that, a waiter approached them. "Good evening, may I take your orders?" he asked.
"Yes, I will be having the Ribeye, well done, with a side of veggies, and to drink, I will have your 'root beer'," Argyle requested.
"I will be having the nine-ounce sirloin, cooked medium-rare with a side of mashed potatoes, and to drink I will have a cola," Kira requested after Argyle was done.
*** Corneria City Hospital, Corneria City ***
"Let's just hope you don't have to use it," K'Tath commented as they entered the hospital. He, Fox, Slippy, Fara and Cobalt would be guided to one of the upper floors, where Falco could be heard screaming in a locked room.
The head nurse looked up at Fox from his chair. "I'm sorry, Commander McCloud, but there's been no progress with mister Lombardi. If anything, he's gotten worse," he said.
"Well, fortunately, I brought someone who might be able to help," Fox said, indicating K'Tath. The nurse looked K'Tath over, then sighed wearily.
"Well, come on - maybe you can do something we haven't tried yet." He let K'Tath into the room, where Falco, restrained in a straight jacket, wandered around the room screaming, but stopped when he saw K'Tath.
"That's a first," Fox commented at Cobalt. "Last time we did this, he attacked the person we brought."
"You won't need that with me, Falco Lombardi," K'Tath said, gesturing with his hand. Immediately, the jacket fell away. Falco hesitated, but then lunged to attack. The instant he did, he was force-clung across the room into a wall. K'Tath gestured, and lifted Falco up and slammed him into the floor again. "Begone from this man's mind! It was never yours to torment!" K'Tath spone. Falco looked up at K'Tath, eyes glowing with power.
"He intruded in our tomb! He is ours to punish!" Falco spoke, his voice sounding possessed.
"No more!" K'Tath exclaimed, slamming Falco against the wall. He lifted him with the Force, and Falco seemed to glow in a white light. "Begone, or face the wrath of K'Tath Indari, descendant of Darth Nox!" K'Tath shouted. Seemingly, at the mention of Nox's name, Falco stopped glowing, dropped, and a spirit of a human dressed in odd robes seemed to rise from his body.
"A descendant? So Nox's bloodline still lives... interesting," the man said.
"Leave, Ergast," K'Tath hissed, evidently recognizing this man. "Tell Nox I will be coming for him next."
"I don't have to... he already knows," Ergast said, before he vanished. Moments later, Falco groaned, sounding like his normal self, and sat up.
"Man, that was a trip..." he commented groggily.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"Says Night Stalker who went heavy on Atomic Cocktails," Richard playfully jabbed back. "I guess Night Stalkers do not get hangovers."
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
"Captain Quon?" Blythe muttered. "Who the hell is this yahoo?"
"Unknown, commander. Shall I de-cloak?" Grey asked. Almost immediately, the Bird-of-Prey started firing on the TIE Fighters. At that moment, there was a Slipspace Rupture, and a CAS-class Assault Carrier arrived, and immediately started launching fighters, and sensors picked up transporter signals beaming aboard the station. "I think we found the culprit behind the salvage yards' missing personnel," Grey commented.
"Agreed," Blythe said. "So'wI yI'chu, ha!"
In moments, the Warspite and her attendant group de-cloaked and engaged the Assault Carrier.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Jade's eyes widened in shock, "Th-the flood?!" She turned her head for a second and said; "That must be what they are keeping in that place..."
She rolled up her sleeve to look at the scars and said; "I was a researcher on a ship in this planet's orbit, I was middle ranked and all I knew about what we were researching was we were trying to make a... vaccine for a specific type of parasite that was believed to be on this planet. I did not know the exact parasite, nor did I know how this vaccine would prevent infection by it. One day I was testing a rather large sample when the ship was attacked, according to logs I salvaged; the attacks were from the planet's surface. As the ship moved beneath me I was thrown into the sample, this was the last thing I remember before waking up on the surface. I searched the wreckage for survivors but in vain. As I searched the surface for some kind of ship that could get off the planet I happened upon an abandoned facility. When I tried to enter it nothing I could think of nor anything I used was able to get in. After searching for a way in for 5 hours I gave up and left, it was shortly after leaving when I first noticed these scars." She sighed before continuing, "Over 300 years later I saw a craft crash into the ground, that is where I met Weaver and is also where I encountered that creature. I also caused the explosion you probably sensed from orbit and you know the rest. I believe that that facility is what is causing the lockdown of this planet and is also what caused my ship to come down. If we wish to leave this planet we need to get into that facility and shut it down."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"She wouldn't be the first, the former Sargent Johnson was said to have survived the flood outbreak on installation 04 and beyond until he was killed by a monitor of the halo, I've looked into the reports, and hacked a bit into Oni's own files on him, they seem to attribute it to his, Spartan-i augmentations from project Orion." Tigress pointed out. "Granted Johnson got out without any scars from the flood." Tigress turned to Spade for a second then looked away. glaring at Zuka for a second, as if saying something without using words.
Kelsey got the message from Tigress' expression, and her face hidden behind her canine Mandalorian helmet tensed up.
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Like what? the instruments are all setup, I'm just waiting for the rest of the band to get here some of them are busy..." Kylie pointed out
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Krystal continued her remedy staying silent, it was mostly up to Tyber, now.
*** Draco City Diner, Dragon'taan ***
"I'll havel the Chicken Quasadilla , with a side of fries and your root beer to drink " Kanan said to the waiter.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"OR she has more tolerance than you." Rika spoke up, still scanning the radar systems trying to find out more information.
*** Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
The Tie fighters would turn to face the Assault carrier as two Imperial II class Star destroyers would drop out of Hyperspace, the TIEs seemed to avoid the Warspite for the moment probably reguarding the Assault carrier as a larger threat.
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*** Unknown Planet ---> Unknown Planet, Strident ***
Weaver looked at Ray with some concern, "Hm... y'know considering you made a dimensional jump and were not immediately rendered non-existent, this universe is probably very similar to your own. Unless you were dimensionally entangled, in which all bets are off. Things are... the same and yet different. What were real events in your dimension might be stories here," he paused, "and maybe some stories in your world are real here. Just a guess though."
...
Calling Jade 'young one' gave Weaver a smirk. If Jade was really old as she claimed, then those were some pretty inaccurate words. Still a bit hard to believe. If she really was alone for 300 years, then how the heck did she survive? That sample must've stopped any kind of hunger or thirst. Either that or she was way more competent than that suicidal explosion implied.
"Oh, good," Weaver sarcastically remarked at the mention of flood, "we've got even more hostile life on this planet. Fantastic. At least those shields should stop anything from coming in. Probably."
The group had travelled far enough away that the anomalous structure collapsed by itself. The Rifter's lights read green. Ray's home dimension was either similar enough that the laws that govern his existence were the same, or he was absurdly lucky. If not, he would cease to exist with the closing of the anomaly.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray watched the transmitter station collapse from the bridge window, completely numb. “God, I hope not.” He sighed and sat down, his PVC suit crinkling. “If I remember what they taught me right, my Hume field either matches this dimension’s, or I’ll slowly unravel on a physical and uh…relative level. I feel fine now, and my actions seem to have equal reactions.” He shrugged. “But, I dunno what I’d want more. Dying to reality normalization, have my body unspool and fall apart as I wait patient and conscious. Or, if the ‘Halo’ stuff’s real, have the Flood turn me into some horrible monster.”
He looked up from the floor, pointing at Zuka. “You, what was your name? You got uh…the Master Chief on speed dial? He’d come save us.” Ray leaned against one of the consoles, head pounding. “He always saved the day.” He closed his eyes, sighing. “He always saved the day.”
*Dromund Kaas*
“Lord Malgus simply showed up,” Ickthis admitted. “During the Civil Uprising. Landed with the freedom fighters in the Tiberium wastes. Staged a two-front assault with air superiority and ground forces. Loyalist forces couldn’t hold, retreated to the Great Leader’s tower. Malgus went in, Great Leader came out. Took all of, what…forty minutes?” He shrugged. “Could’ve been rogue transmissions his guys honed in on, could’ve been the call of battle. Heck, could’ve seen the Tiberium from his spaceship and decided it would be cool to have, and just so happened to side with the freedom forces. He did take Tiberium and use it for his fancy light-sword thing.”
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown Planet ***
"My name is Zuka 'Vadam. Unfortunately, I do not have John-117 on 'speed dial'. The Master Chief, at last report, was on Earth. Even a war hero needs shore leave," Zuka responded. He approached Ray. "Steady, man. I'm sure you've weathered worse than this. And we'll need everyone at their best to get through this." He then approached the forward view port, looking at the Forerunner structure in the distance. He was silent for a good thirty seconds, before speaking again. "Whatever happened here, whatever measure was activated to lock this planet down... I'm sure that structure is responsible. Father mentioned that the Forerunners had many security measures in place to keep the Flood from spreading; only a Reclaimer could interface safely with Forerunner systems. So that facility--" he pointed at the structure in the distance. "--Is our next destination. Ten to one, the controls for whatever dampening field killed out Pelican's engines are there. But, if we leave during this eclipse, or get caught out there at night, that creature Weaver mentioned will run us down."
"So we need to deal with that creature first," one of the male spartans said. Before Zuka could answer, there was a loud CLANG! that came from nearby. The Spartans jumped and raised weapons; Zuka had his weapon leveled and ready to fire. Tense seconds ticked by before an unfamiliar, gruff voice spoke,
"You wanna lower the weapons? We're on the same side." A slight click, accompanied by a subtle footstep, punctuated the sentence. Out of the darkness walked a Red Fox dressed in a well-worn black tunic, the style looking like that of Dragon'taan's Force Crusaders. But his face, the expression, suggested his alignment was elsewhere.
"Who are you?" Zuka growled.
"Name's Alduah... Darth Alduah. Got stranded here on the way to Ruusan. Beyond that, not much matters, considering that we both want to get off-world alive," the Fox said.
*** Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
"Lightsaber," Bryce said. "I didn't know that could be used in such a way."
"Imagine that," Sebastian remarked. "I don't suppose you know where Malgus went now, do you?"
"Report from Ann and Kurt said he made for Korriban," Bryce said. "Something about it calling to him, no idea why."
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Yeah, and you said you'd introduce me to them," Vitani said.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
After a while, Tyber breathed and awoke, sitting up holding his head. "Ugh... I swear, if I find Kaleb before Uncle Markus does, I'm gonna pound him," he grumbled, sounding much better. "Tell me I'm not too late to get dressed for the pre-festival functions?"
In the foyer, Max came down the stairs dressed down in a full black outfit, from the robes to the hooded, black cloak. "Going a little heavy with the black, son?" Mathayus chuckled.
"You looked no different back in your days with Master Ahkrinviingah, dad," Max said. "I have a legacy to uphold." Maria laughed.
"Like father, like son, baby," she told Mathayus, kissing his cheek.
*** Draco City Diner, Dragon'taan ***
"Got it - I'll be right back with your drinks," the waiter stated. As he left, Kira looked to Argyle. "How did you come across the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps?"
"It was a purely chance encounter," Argyle said. "One of our trade convoys came under attack, and a DMC ship happened to be in the area. From there, it was a matter of tracking down your home planet, establish communications, and start the process of making friends with your higher-ups."
"I can't imagine it was easy, what with everything going on nowadays..." Kira commented.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
Richard spouted off something in Russian, mainly as friendly banter, but with a tone of rebuttal, as he got into his black armor and picked up his M16 and loaded the Magnesium-Tip rounds, the magazine marked by the yellow electrical tape.
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
"This just got dicey!" Blythe growled. "Focus fire on the Assault Carrier! Have the escorts engage the Star Destroyers!"
*** Corneria City Hospital, Corneria City ***
"Falco!" Fara exclaimed.
"What the hell happened? Where am I?" Falco asked, looking genuinely confused.
"You were possessed by a Sith Spirit," K'Tath told Falco. "You were lucky to survive. Not everyone survives being possessed in such a way."
"Sith Spirit? So that really was a Sith Tomb..." Falco mused.
"Right now, we're just glad to get that Sith Spirit out of you, Falco," Fox said, offering a hand to help Falco up. He then looked to K'Tath. "And I heard you call that spirit by his name - Ergast. Do you know who that is?"
"Just that he was the first Sith Spirit that Darth Nox bound to him in his rise to power," K'Tath said. "There were, I believe, three others. Those spirits made him extraordinarily powerful."
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown Planet ***
"Alduah, Interesting to meet a Sith here of all places, I trust your not here to cause trouble, you'd forgive me if i had my apprehensions against Sith." Tigress replied. "Any idea what would bring us all together here?" She added.
Kelsey was on the defensive til Tigress started speaking, signaling for the spartans to stand down.
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"You might already know some of them..." Kylie noted looking to the side of the room as 3 she-wolves entered the room...
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You might want to hold back on that for awhile, the sickness is gone ,but your body still needs to heal itself..." Krystal noted as she took a large bite out of the apple she had asked for, followed by a large chugging of the apple cider straight from the bottle, she sighed looking to Max as she walked out into the Foyer "I see the family keeps getting bigger and bigger, I'm sure you two will be great parents." Krystal said to Mathayus and Maria.
*** Draco City Diner, Dragon'taan ***
Kanan let Kira do the talking considering that wasn't his best 'skill'
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilo
"Dammit i wanted to be able to head to that Dragon'taan planet this time of year i hear they have some big festival going on..." Rika grumbled as she checked over the information she got. "Seems this group is from.... florida? Can't imagine how bad it is down ther with the irradiated coast.
*** Corneria City Hospital, Corneria City ***
"He's lucky he got possesed instead of being turned into a fried Falcon." Cobalt noted turning to K'Tath "Any idea why that spirit decided to possess Falco of all things to do?"
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown Planet ***
Weaver perked up at the mention of his name. "Oh yeah... my name must've slipped somewhere. I never really properly introduced myself other than that poor sap on the crashed ship. I was a bit busy with the whole not dying thing. W-we can trade life stories after this is over though."
With the sudden loud noise, and everyone drawing their weapons, Weaver simply froze, taking a moment to register the situation before retreating towards the back of the group. The monster couldn't have already gotten onboard, could it? The fear however would soon be replaced with confusion as yet another stranded survivor revealed themselves. A Sith to be precise.
"Something is very wrong with this planet..." Weaver muttered to himself, "It's like one of those siren creatures, the uh... the ones old sea-sailors told stories about. Creatures that had a call that attracted sailors, before drowning them. Except it's the entire planet. Just calling to ships with the sole purpose of destroying them. Heck, sometimes not even ships. Just... people."
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Ray sighed, simply sitting in silence as he thought. How much else was real? He was a pretty big sci-fi nerd, his bunk back on site was evident enough. But there were lots of stories, movies. No way for any one person to memorize it all. Bits and pieces at best.
When the vent clanged open, Ray drew his pistol in a flash, the light shone directly on Alduah. He didn’t recognize the name, but the title was enough. “Best we put this villain down now, Cap,” he said, eyes never leaving the fox. He watched his paws mostly, familiar with some Force abilities. Ray stood slowly, his pistol never left Alduah. “Wouldn’t trust this scum as far as you could throw ‘im.” Flipping open one of his rig’s pockets, he withdrew a zip-cuff with one paw. “I’ve got plenty of restraints if you wanna cuff him.” Ray turned his head slightly, keeping Alduah in his periphery as he addressed Weaver.
“Think the whole planet’s conscious, Spider Man? ‘Cause a quick look around doesn’t tell me we’ve got the kit for that. Unless your device that brought me here’s up for a little work.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis’ jaw clenched. “Can these people…this Ann and Kurt, be trusted? I will contact my superiors and dispatch whoever I can to ensure Lord Malgus’s safety.”
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*** Unknown Planet ***
When the newcomer addressed himself as Darth Alduah, Jade's demeanor changed instantly, and drastically. She tensed as her hands balled into fists as her knuckles became white. "Don't bother Ray, he would tear those cuffs apart like thread." Somehow even though she was clearly not calm she managed to say that in a calm, albeit very pointed, voice. "In fact I wouldn't be surprised if he could do the same to all of us in a heartbeat, even together we don't stand a chance against him." If anybody was able to feel it they would feel waves of hatred coming off of her.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Cole POV ***
Realizing something Cole pulled a metal sphere out of his backpack and yelled "I might have something that could clear away a path for us to get out of here! I need time to prep it first!" He then set the sphere down and took out a tool box, "I hope this works..."
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Spade POV ***
"How long is that going to take?!"
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown World ***
"She isn't wrong," Alduah said. "But I did not come here to attack nor threaten you." Alduah's entire demeanor was calm and collected - very much unlike most typical Sith. He stood tall and confident, his hand never moved for his lightsaber, never made any gesture common of Force Powers, and despite all manner of different weapons pointed at him, he remained unflinching and calm.
"Then why are you here?" Zuka asked.
"To help you," Alduah said. "Like you, I was stranded here, though I've only been here a few weeks. As has this ship. I'm surprised your ship hasn't been added to the husks here."
"Our ship was able to destroy the orbital defenses," Zuka stated.
"Then you are fortunate the surface-to-orbit defenses have fallen into disrepair," Alduah said. He indicated the distant Forerunner facility. "That place... is very dangerous. I know. I was with the remaining crew of this vessel that went there. I'm the only one that survived. The Flood there are... different. Faster. Stronger. And far more resilient. I almost didn't make it out; had to seal the facility off on my way out."
"So you are the only one who can unseal it so we can get inside?" Zuka surmised.
"I could, but you'd face a very lengthy fight to get to the facility control room - at the top of the facility. Even the Strident's crew didn't get that far. And even if you could bring down the dampening field, emergency measures would kick in and raise it again - there wouldn't be enough of a window to get a drop ship here to evac everyone here," Alduah explained.
"We wouldn't have to; we'd just need to drop the field long enough to have the Allegiance beam us out," Zuka responded. Alduah was silent for several seconds, processing this idea. His gaze shifted to Weaver.
"You there - whatever your name is, you might want to consider arming up before we head to that facility. Fortunately for you, there's an armory on this ship that has a few guns left. My advice? Get something with a high magazine capacity; you'll need it," he told Weaver.
"First thing, we need to deal with that creature out there," the female Spartan said. "According to him--" she indicated Weaver, "--The creature is sensitive to sunlight." It was at this moment that it could be noticed that it was pitch black outside.
"Yes, I know - it's also sensitive to fire," Alduah added. A distant clang! marked the beast trying to gain entry. "And it's very... persistent. But an explosion of sufficient size should eliminate it."
"Well, we didn't exactly bring a lot of explosives," the male spartan said.
Alduah chuckled. "You're standing inside of one," he said.
It took Zuka a moment to realize what Alduah was saying. "The reactor," he deduced.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"Yeah, how long? We got Klingons bearing down on us!" Vette exclaimed as she shot at the interlopers.
*** Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
"Don't worry about Kurt and Ann - you can trust them. They're an odd couple - a Runner Dragon married to a Human is certainly an odd pairing - but they won't trouble you. Ann is looking into helping with Orbital Defenses; Kurt stays at Ann's side and acts as the Liaison between our people and Malgus'. And, by extension, yours," Bryce explained.
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"I know their faces, I just don't remember their names," Vitani said sheepishly.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Maria beamed with pride. "I know. Mathayus had his doubts about being a father--"
"I still do," Mathayus added.
"-- But Max has turned into a fine young man," Maria finished.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"Florida? I did not know Enclave was in Florida. What they want from there?" Richard commented.
*** Corneria City Hospital, Corneria City ***
"Ergast mentioned punishing him, but the way Falco was tortured like that suggested more of an interrogation," K'Tath said.
"What could Falco have possibly known that Ergast tortured Falco to learn?" Fox asked.
"I don't think it was Ergast that wanted to know," K'Tath mused. "He seemed to be surprised that I am Nox's descendant. Seemed... pleased."
"You think Nox sensed your arrival?" Fara asked.
"More likely, he foresaw it," K'Tath answered. "And now that he knows I'm here, he'll be waiting for me."
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
The Warspite was easily much larger than the Assault Carrier, with more than twice the armaments. Turbo-Disruptors and Ion Cannons peppered the ship, battering down the shields and disintegrating the hull - so much, that it decided to retreat.
Meanwhile, the Escorts waylaid the Imperial Star Destroyers, being much faster with armaments the Star Destroyers wouldn't have the shields to fend off.
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown World ***
"If he had planned that, we'd already be fighting." Kelsey noted with a bit of a Growl in her voice
"Well we're here now,let's deal with the situation now and deal with personal matters, later"Tigress began trying to stop any fighting before it happened Are you sure blowing up this ships reactor is the only option we have what if we need this place for shelter later?" Tigress replied, Asking Alduah about the ship. "There's enough junk around here we might be able to rig up some explosive and keep this ship intact in case our plan doesn't let us get off world."
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"And any romulan Tal shiar scum left here too.' Nari pointed out as she sliced the arm off a klingo warrior with her sword, narrowly avoiding the counter attack of a swinging Bat'leth
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Pretty simple really the grey wolf is Lupe, the white one Tala and the black one Ruby, Ruby and Tala are twins and Lupe is their cousin...
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You thought Maria was a handful just wait till Max is older." Krystal smirked."Teenagers are the hardest to care for, especially when they come of breeding age."
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"That's where thier base is." Rika pointed out
*** Corneria City Hospital, Corneria City ***
"And what does that all mean?" Cobalt asked.
*** Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
The star destroyers began to glow blue as they emitted what appeared to be an emp the tie fighters quickly turned towards the warspite launching concussion missiles if they got in range via disposable launchers attached to the fighters.
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown world ***
Even through her hatred Jade could tell that Darth Alduah was not radiating any hostility or malicious feelings toward her or any of the others. She wrestled with her emotions and thoughts until she came to a conclusion: as long as she was still on this planet she will keep herself from devolving into violence.
"How did you manage to get in there? I searched for days trying to find a way in, did you have to use the force in able to get in there?"
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown Planet ***
"Oh boy... probably not conscious, but definitely malevolent," was Weaver's response to Ray's comment, "either way, the Rifter isn't really going to be able to handle an entire planet. Don't nations have planet-killers for this kind of stuff? Could just glass this entire place when we're done. I doubt anyone actually lives here."
Weaver responded to Alduah, "Oh... a gun? Y-yeah that's probably smart. Uh... just... I'm not a great shot. Only experience I've had is at a shooting range, and a VR headset if that even means anything." He began to set off to find the armory when the words 'explosives' and 'reactor' were uttered. "Are we serio- for th- WHY does EVERYONE insist on blowing themselves up!? Freaking Jade over there already almost killed us with one explosive! You guys better not make this the second time I get blown up today."
Weaver resumed his search for the armory and a gun that he could at least figure out how to reload. Worst. Day. Ever.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray, for a moment, took his eyes off of the Sith, flabbergasted. “Wai-What? Are you serious? Y’all ever seen Star Wars? You don’t ever trust the Sith. Ever. Back stabbing, child murdering traitors, all of ‘em. Trusting this guy’s like sleeping with a contact bomb. Never know what’ll set him off, and the only team he’s on is his own. I bet he’s the one that brought us down. Used that fancy Forerunner tech for a new ship. Or to pad his body count.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis shook his head. “I cannot take the word of a stranger on the trustworthiness of another stranger.” He turned, headed deeper into the camp, but he stopped with a sigh. “We’ve no vessels, and the warp sphere generator was lost. So, I suppose…” He turned back to Bryce and Sebastian. “Your sure of them? Would you stake your lives on them?” Ickthis offered the pair an angry smile. “I promise you, if Malgus returns to us, harmed or otherwise, there will be nowhere in the galaxy we won’t hunt you down. A Mongdrigan made enemy is an enemy forever.”
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Jade's jaw dropped in her mind, He literally just said everything I was thinking out loud! Does this guy even know the concept of self preservation?!
"Do you know how incredibly foolish someone has to be to say everything you just said?! You could have sealed our fate!" Now Jade's hatred towards Darth Alduah turned into absolute fury at Ray.
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown Planet ***
"Easy," Alduah cautioned Jade. "He's right. That's how typical Sith operated in the past. Fortunately for the lot of you, neither my apprentice nor myself is a typical Sith. Our main reason for staying under the Radar is because of the bad rep Sith have. But I am not the one who brought the ships down on this planet. I would gain nothing from it. I want nothing more than to escape this planet and its horrors." Alduah indicated Jade. "She'd have much more reason than I to get off-world." His next aside was directed at Jade. "And to answer your question, madame - I got in through a hull breach on the dorsal surface of the ships. That's when I met the surviving crew."
"You mentioned an apprentice," Zuka said, keeping his weapon leveled at Alduah. "Where is she?"
Alduah shrugged. "By now? Probably looking for me on Ruusan. Who can say? But I want to get off-world and meet up with her. We were going to investigate something on Ruusan that had cropped up, hopefully before the Sith Covenant get there."
"I'm surprised you're not with the Sith Covenant," the female Spartan commented.
"I despise them as much as anyone else," Alduah said. "And they have something of mine, which makes that personal. That being said, even if they didn't, I still wouldn't join them because they're little more than homicidal maniacs whose raw lust for power is more than a few steps above the Banished. Hell, Atriox looks even-tempered compared to that psychopath, Ravage."
Zuka thought this over, then lowered his weapon. "Stand down, everyone," he commanded. "I don't trust a Sith. I have no reason to, given your history. But Sith or not, if what you say is true, we will need you to get off-world. But consider your situation, Alduah - you try anything, you'll be answering to more than a few fully-automatic weapons."
"I understand," Alduah said. At that, the two Spartans lowered their weapons.
Weaver, far from the conversation, would have no trouble finding the armory - all he would have to do is follow the red line to the room marked by a red star and the word "Armory". Inside, there were several weapons scattered about. Two would stand out - an M7 Submachine gun, with it's high-capacity magazines firing 5x23mm Caseless rounds; and an M739 SAW, with an even higher-capacity drum magazine firing 7.62x51mm FMJ-AP rounds. Either would come in handy when facing the Flood, but if what Alduah said was true, the M739 would have a distinct advantage over stopping power. Scattered near both weapons were several loaded magazines.
*** Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
"We trust them with our lives," Sebastian said confidently.
"We don't expect you to take our word; you can hear it from the mouth of Lord Malgus, when he returns," Bryce assured him.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"What are Tal Shiar?" Vette called out over the combat.
"Long story, not enough time," Wrath responded, fully engaged with a Klingon and his Bat'leth.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
Cutting off the Tal Shiar's escape were a pair of Dragon Federation Tulwar-class Warbirds supported by four Mogai-class Warbirds. They all emitted a charged particle burst and revealed the fleeing Tal Shiar Warbirds, and immediately engaged them.
"Right on time," Malgus said with a grin, though this was hidden beneath his mask. He looked to Kyva. "Deploy the ground troops. Drive the intruders from Korriban."
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Right..." Vitani said, waving to the wolves. "Is there anyone else? Or is it just them and us?"
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Don't remind me..." Mathayus grumbled with a shake of his head.
"Oh, relax, daddy-oh," Maria laughed. "It'll be fine."
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"I thought Enclave base was at Raven Rock, outside DC. Or did they move?" Richard asked.
*** Corneria City Hospital, Corneria City ***
"It means that the Temple that drove Falco crazy is our next destination, or at least mine. After all, I wouldn't want to disappoint my great ancestor, would I?" K'Tath responded.
"Under different circumstances, I'd call you crazy," Fox commented. "But knowing you're Darth Nox's descendant... he might let you in."
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
The Star Destroyer EMP attack posed no threat to Blythe's ships - they were EMP Hardened. Neither did the TIE Fighter Concussion Missile Attacks; they were but mere pinpricks against the Warspite's shields. But the Warspite did launch wings of Sabre-class Interceptors and T-65 X-Wings.
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown Planet ***
"Again, do we have to blow up this ship to deal with the creature?" Tigress asked. "You've met Ravage?" she asked.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"A tale for another time." Nari said, continuing to fight off Klingons.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
Well isn't that a welcome surprize, looks like these Romulan's have bitten of more than they could chew." Kyva said turning to Malgus "Yes, Lord Malgus.." directing a ground team to the planet.
The Lyi'ons den turned asisted the dragon federation ships in attacking the romulan vessels while her fighter groups continued to harass the klingons.
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"Only one left is our Drummer Tigress Arcnon she's busy, besides we're not scedualed to play till later in the week, she'll be here." Kylie explained "Though I do need you for one song in particular if you don't mind singing." Kylie said walking up to where his microphone was set up pulling some papers off of a stand.. and showing Vitani them the page had teh Title Wake me up~ Evanescence
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"Raven rock was destroyed years ago by a lone wonderer and the Brotherhood of steel Chapter there, Flordia is one of there other bases, since their major defeats on the oil rig and Raven rock they've mostly splintered, it appears the group, i'm tracking is just a scout party." Rika explained "If we can neutralize them before they make a full report we could make thier base think that the mojave is too dangerous for them, but we'll have to work quick."
*** Corneria City Hospital, Corneria City ***
"Well, I've come with you this far, unless your ancestor, denies my entry, i'm going."Cobalt replied holding K'Tath's hand
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Raising children is just as much a task as keeping your force powers in control." Krystal noted.
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown Planet ***
Hearing everything Darth Alduah said about most of the other Sith in this universe, especially the Sith Covenant, struck a chord in Jade. She immediately excused herself from the room and wandered the halls until she came to an empty room. She locked herself in the room and started weep all while muttering the same sentence over and over again; the covenant is not gone...
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown Planet ***
Perhaps it was best that Weaver had left the conversation. The last thing he needed was to watch several survivors point guns and make threats. As for what Weaver thought of Alduah, it was mostly caution. This was probably one of those situations where if one was known to be with a hostile faction, it was best that they keep their mouth shut. Regardless, Weaver wasn't going to volunteer to do anything dangerous or anything that would seemingly make himself an expendable.
Weaver entered the armory, not knowing a whole lot about guns. That SAW, however, looked like it had a very big magazine. That probably could fire for a while. Luck too was with Weaver, as someone had left a convenient backpack that could hold some spare magazines. He took a few minutes figuring out how to load the gun, where the safety was, etc.
With that, he hurried back to the group, having completely missed the entire conversation and Jade's departure, "Is this gun okay? There was another one, but the mag looked smaller."
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray snarled, his finger braces against the trigger of his pistol. He had all the intention to shoot the Sith right then and there. Ray groaned, frustrated, and dropped his aim. “This is gonna end poorly.” He holstered his pistol and sighed heavily.
When Weaver returned, Ray’s brow furrowed at the gun Weaver carried. “You gotta be kidding me.” His paw strayed to his pistol, feeling the grip. “Suppose I’ll need to grab something bigger too, huh? I’m getting a feeling that whatever monster’s got y’all spooked isn’t exactly piddly.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis sneered. “I eagerly await.” The Mongdrigan commander bowed slightly and left, supervising the young Mongdrigans’ training.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"You have no idea, calling 'not exactly piddly' is a huge understatement." Jade said as she walked back into the room. "It is easily the most dangerous thing on this planet aside from the flood, it would be throwing your life away attacking it without proper equipment. Weaver knows more about than I do, but we have both seen it and I can tell you it is horrifying."
"Zuka I have something to tell you, but before I do I need to apologize to Darth Alduah for my previous hostility, I was unaware you didn't have ties to other Sith. My hatred is not to you now that I know that fact."
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown Planet ***
Alduah shook his head at Jade's comment. "You've nothing to apologize for, madame. Your hostility was perfectly understandable, and again - I know the bad rep Sith have. Beyond that, you did nothing wrong," he said.
"What is it, Jade?" Zuka asked, his voice hinting at concern as he checked over his Storm Rifle. He directed another comment at Weaver and Ray. "Yeah, you might want to pick something up. Weaver, maybe you should show Ray to the armory you picked up that SAW in." He then, as he waited on an answer from Jade, looked over his shoulder at the Spartans and Tigress. "You lot should stock up on Ammo and possibly secondary weapons; we may not get another chance after we leave this ship. Tigress... you might want to find armor or something."
"It'd be better than what you have if the Flood managed to reach you," Alduah added. He paused, then looked to Jade. "As a matter of fact, you should probably stock up, too. Force alone knows those Flood aren't gonna be easy on us." He directed another remark at Tigress. "And to answer your earlier question, yes - I've met Darth Ravage. Much more unpredictable than the Sith Lord of the same name on the Sith Dark Council during the time of the Old Republic. And again - he has something of mine."
"Given how long this ship has been here, I don't know if that armory will have enough munitions for all of us," the male Spartan commented.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
It wouldn't be long before the Romulan ships were decimated. With Orbit secure, Malgus sent the signal to the Sith Fleet not far away to deploy on Korriban, and reclaim the world for the Reborn Sith Order. The fleet would arrive in short order, and Malgus turned to Kyva. "Well, since Korriban is secure, we can return to Dromund Kaas - I imagine Kurt and Ann will be close to finished - if not already finished - with those Orbital Defenses they mentioned."
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Vitani chuckled at the song. "I'm surprised you haven't already had a female singer for this. I actually know the whole album that song came from," she said.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"Da," Richard said in his native Russian, "Let us bag limit of Enclave ublyudki." He punctuated the statement by racking a round into the chamber of his M16.
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
Fox agreed to take K'Tath and Cobalt to the Sith Tomb that drove Falco insane. Falco was, understandably, unwilling to go near the place. Fara stayed by Fox's side, and before they would all know it, they were standing at the perimeter of the tomb. Interestingly, it looked very much similar to the Dark Temple on Dromund Kaas. Much of the architecture was the same.
But that was to be expected, K'Tath thought. Darth Nox was a Sith, and undoubtedly would follow such designs. K'Tath made his way toward the temple, feeling the air of the Dark Side around the area. Cobalt might find, if she stayed close to K'Tath as Fox and Fara did, that the Dark Side was far less intense the closer she was to K'Tath, even as they inched closer to the entrance.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Tell me about it," Mathayus chuckled. "Sometimes, I have to seek advice from my master."
"And he's typically cryptic - but we always wind up figuring out what he says," Maria said. It was then that Markus emerged from Shiloh's room.
"What's the word, Mark?" Kyle queried.
"Tyber's gonna be fine - you can tell his parents Krystal helped him get well. He just needs a bit of rest before he can join the festivities," Markus responded.
"Lord knows Viktor wants to skin that Kaleb dude alive after that stunt," Kyle said.
"He ain't the only one," Markus sighed.
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
With the Assault Carrier gone, the two Imperial Star Destroyers were the largest threat present. And their odds got drastically lower when six Imperial Star Destroyers led by an upgraded Predator-class Star Destroyer with special markings appeared from Hyperspace.
"To all potential allies - this is Grand Admiral Thrawn of the Chimaera-A... I have come to render assistance," came the unmistakable voice of the Chiss Grand Admiral.
"Admiral Thrawn, this is Supreme Commander Blythe... glad to have you. These hostiles refuse to retreat," responded Blythe. "And at this point, I'm wondering if more are en route."
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown Planet ***
"Armor? I'm wearing it." Tigress replied simply turning in the direction towards the back of the ship were the sound of two warthog engines could be heard as two Razorback (https://www.halopedia.org/M15_Razorback) trucks came to a stop nearby. "IF someone called for an armory, I'm santa clause" Said one spartan who was cutoff by his counterpart as she elbowed his chest plate. "We found some interesting toys and information." The other spartan spoke up pointing to the vehicles which had a few boxes on them with weapons inside as well as ammo and some power cells. "We spotted another crashed ship nearby, from what we were able to get the ship is full of inactive droids, it's and older model possibly from the clone wars, so it could still have some functional battle droids inside." the spartan continued.
"And me?" KElsey asked glaring at Alduah behind her mandalorian visored helmet.
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
"A-admiral thrawn?" came the voice of the commader on one of the Star destroyers "Sir, what are you doing here?" he asked.
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"To be honest we haven't done this song, yet and one of the she-wolves could have sang it, but i wanted to offer it to you first." Kylie replied simply.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"Wish I would have gotten that alien ship i was offered, guess we'll just have to use a vertibird, at least the enclave logos will confuse them long enough for us to ambush them." Rika sighed as she got into her hellfire armor...
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"So now what?" Shiloh asked hovering over Tyber.
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
"Why do i feel this feint aura here?" Cobalt asked as she followed along.
*** Korriban Orbit ***
"Good luck to you, we have some more tal shiar leads to follow," Kreya, captain of the Lyi'ons Den said as the ship turned and prepared for warp...
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"I didn't mention this because I had thought that time had taken care of this problem, but hearing Alduah say it confirmed my fears. Although it may be centuries since I last had to worry about it, it is still real, the Sith Covenant wanted me dead before I got trapped on this planet. I accidently killed one of their members and they did not take it lightly. Now I'm afraid that they might still be hunting for me and if I leave this planet they could find me and I won't live for very long. This is the main reason why I hate the Sith so much. I am asking for your help in finding a place where I can live without the fear of them finding me."
By the time she was done speaking she had already lost her composure.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Cole POV ***
10 agonizingly slow seconds of making sure this weapon doesn't blow up in our faces and then checking again just to make sure he shouted: "It's ready! Stand as close to the far wall as possible! You do not want to touch what comes out of this!" He then ran over to the far wall and stayed there.
*** Dresdae Colony, Korriban Spade POV ***
Hearing Cole's shout she threw the Klingon she was fighting off of her and ran over to the wall he was currently up against. "What exactly does this thing do?"
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Cole POV ***
"You will see..." he said without taking his eyes off the little metal pyramid in the middle of the room.
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown Planet ***
Weaver sputtered, turning away and covering his mouth at Jade's confession of killing a Sith, trying to refrain from making a rude comment. Considering she just pulled out a pocket-nuke and almost killed me, yeah, she probably blew up a Sith, he thought, real good at making 'friends' that one.
"Y-yeah I can show Ray to the armory. Follow me-" Weaver began, before the two Razorbacks stopped by. These ships sure were roomy. Either that or the two trucks were about to be torn apart outside from the monster. "Or you know, the armory can stop by here instead. Take your pick. The other one I found had like... one gun left."
"So uh... is the plan to wait out the eclipse, take over the droids, and then... uh... fight the flood? Oh, wait, but first we gotta kill that monster. ...with more explosives..."
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray shrugged. “Whichever’s closest. Literally anything would be better than this pea-shooter. Though I’d rather stay inside, especially if that…whatever it is is still kicking around out there.” He sighed, fogging up his hood. “Lead the way, Spider Man.”
After the pair returned from the armory, Ray now sporting the M7 submachine gun. He fiddled with it, trying to figure out how everything worked, as they reentered the bridge. “A bit better,” he muttered. “Just…weird.”
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*** UNSC Strident ***
With everyone more or less ready, Zuka sighed, then started, "Before we get going to that Forerunner facility, we need to lure that creature into the engine room and trap him in there."
"Leave that to me," Alduah immediately volunteered.
"Damned fool, I knew you were gonna say that," the male Spartan commented. Alduah did not respond.
"Tigress," Zuka continued, "You stay on the bridge, monitor Alduah's movements with the ship's security systems; soon as you have the opportunity, seal the creature in the engine room, then set the self destruct; ten to fifteen minutes should give us enough time to get clear of the blast." He looked out at the darkness, and spotted a vague shape in the distance. He looked down at the console before him, and directed sensors there. "Phoenix-class colony ship... might have some UNSC equipment there, might not," he muttered. He then spoke aloud once more. "Once we get clear of the blast, we can make for that UNSC Phoenix out there - if sensors are right, it'll be just outside the blast zone for this vessel, so we can use that ship as a base while we scavenge what we can from the other husks. Remember, once we get into that facility, one way or another, it's evac or bust." Zuka looked to Jade. "We will worry about getting you clear of the Sith Covenant after we get clear of this world," he told her.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
Vette ran for the far wall and kept her back pressed to it; Wrath leapt the distance and did the same, waiting for the device to do... whatever it was, exactly, it was supposed to do.
*** Warship New Beginning, Dromund Kaas Orbit ***
Malgus and his flagship - the Harrower-III Class Warship New Beginning - arrived over Dromund Kaas, and immediately on arrival, he saw the Moncton-class OWPs in place and evidently ready. "Darth Malgus to Commanders Kurt and Ann... consider me impressed. You exceeded my expectations."
"All due respect, milord - we're not done yet. The SMACs were just the first part," came the response of Kurt. "But they'll rip a hole through nearly anything they target - Kadgeron weapons are known for that."
"So you intend to deploy other defenses?" Malgus asked.
"Just as soon as the construction modules are ready - which reminds me, you might want to check in on your Mongdrigan pals - make sure they know of our alliance," said the voice of Ann.
"They are not aware of it?" Malgus queried in confusion.
"More of a trust issue," stated Bryce.
"Very well, I'll sort that out," Malgus said. He looked to Kyva. "Get a line to the Mongdrigan camp - make sure they know I'm coming, and tell them not to worry." He then headed for one of the hangar bays.
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
Blythe listened in intently as Thrawn spoke with the Star Destroyer commander: "I could ask you the same thing; you are conducting an unauthorized operation in space we have no jurisdiction in. Were Lord Vader still Sith, he'd kill you for screwing up this bad."
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"I'm flattered," Vitani chuckled.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Now Uncle Markus chews out Kaleb and his parents for this incident, and I need to get something to eat - I'm starving now..." Tyber sighed.
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
"Sith tombs typically have a strong Dark Side aura about them - stick close to me, I can protect us while we're inside," K'Tath responded as they inched ever closer to the dark and foreboding temple.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"Surprised Vertibird can lift off with you in power armor - must be very strong, da?" Richard commented.
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*** UNSC Strident ***
"Would probably be more efficent moving out in those razorbacks, they carry 5 passengers total, not counting the driver" Tigress noted pointing to the trucks as she headed to the bridge.
her two spartans got in the driver seat of one of the razorbacks the other getting in the passenger seat of the other as Kelsy took the driver seat of the second razorback.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
" I don't know how much longer i can keep this up." Nari huffed.
*** Warship New Beginning, Dromund Kaas Orbit ***
"Affirmative, Lord malgus." Kyva replied opening a channel to the ground. "Mogdrigans, this is Kyva, of your glorious leader's, New beginning Warship, Lord Malgus is coming planetside to oversee the operation, I would advise being on your best behavior and prepare for his arrival."
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
"Admiral Voth, said you were all dead, killed by the rebels at the second death star, we were ordered to.." The commander was cut off as his ally began engaging him in combat the two star destroyers fighting with each other " THIS IS ALL REBEL LIES!" was the only thing heard from the attacking Star destroyers captain, just before he engaged and the comms cutt off.
*** NCD Galatae, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
"You should be rarely do other fill ins get a chance to sing." Kylie pointed out.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You want me to get it?" Shiloh asked leaning over to rub her muzzle against Tyber's.
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
"I wish that Agent, Nari were here." Cobalt replied sticking close.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"The enclave frequently loaded these things with 4 power armored troops." Rika noted as she got into the vertibird "Though I did modify this one with stronger engines to give it some more speed."The vixen added as she sat in the pilot seat "And i made the cockpit slightly roomier, stow your weapons on the rack on the wall if you need to." Risa looked around shivering a bit as she entered the Vertibird.
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*** UNSC Strident ***
Jade simply nodded before sending a glare in Weaver's direction, she could tell he had something less than friendly to say about her.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Cole POV ***
After waiting a few seconds, he thought Is it going to work? Did I se- His thoughts were interrupted by a deafening bang as red energy spewed out of the device before creating a dome that quickly grew in size. As the Klingons were rushing towards the group, they were intercepted by the energy that repelled them at incredible speed. Some were thrown against a wall with bone-breaking force, others went straight through the roof and just kept going, and finally those at the back of the group were thrown backwards into the other Klingons trying to get in. As the dome of energy continued to expand, he started to worry but the dome stopped about a foot away from the group before dissipating. The device was a smoldering lump of metal now but that didn't matter, what did matter was the device they were using to communicate with the ship in orbit was undamaged, even better was the device blew a hole in the wall, giving them an escape route. "That won't stop the Klingons for very long, we need to get out of here now before they bring reinforcements."
**** New Character ****
*** Dromund Kaas ***
When he was much younger his Great-Grandfather told him the story of a Sith saving his life. Although his Great-Grandfather does not remember the Sith's full name he does remember that it started with a W. When his Great-Grandfather passed, he left a final message for him; 'find the man who saved me'. Ever since then he has been searching for this Sith, 4 years had passed before he had a breakthrough. Rumor had it that Dromund Kaas had a colony on it that had many Sith working there. 2 more years later he finally saved up enough currency to pay to be taken there, unfortunately he had no idea where this alleged camp was and since Dromund Kaas is a Jungle planet he could not find it from space. He was forced to search for it by foot, as luck had it about 2 days into searching, he found the camp, the only problem was he didn't know if he would be killed by the guards if he just walked in. He decided to wait outside the camp and try to find some way of behaving non-hostile enough that they would not kill him on sight.
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown Planet ***
Weaver responded awkwardly to Ray calling him Spiderman, "Oh, uh, you can just call me Weaver. I never really did properly introduce myself I guess. Things have been... chaotic. You got to miss the part where I crash-landed, met someone who later blew me up, and barely evaded that killer monster we're hiding from right now. Then you popped in from a haunted location and.. well you saw the rest. It's just been non-stop chaos. Let's just... hitch a ride on one of those vehicles. Seems like everyone else is doing the more dangerous stuff right now."
Weaver thought to himself for a moment, "Do you think Alduah volunteered to lure the monster to prove we can trust him, or does he have other plans? I suppose the rest of the crew have the only means of escape, so killing us would just be stupid, regardless if he was murder-happy or not." He boarded the Razorback, gripping the side of the seat hard while making sure that the SAW still had its safety on and the barrel was pointed towards the ground. Gun safety and all that.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray nodded. “Weaver. Got it.” He followed behind, checking his gun. After checking the safety, Ray followed Weaver into the Razorback, slinging the M7 around his shoulder. He sat down with a huff, his hood fogging. Ray leaned back as best he could. “So…what else sci-fi stuff’s real? Star Trek?” He thought a few moments. “Oh! Did y’all take care of 2399? Or…do you even have 2399?”
*Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas*
Ground crews scrambled to find Commander Kaas, carrying the message.
Lord Malgus returned.
They searched the camp, all guards broke patrol and headed for the parade grounds. Families cleaned and prepared to be their best, waiting for their savior to return.
Deep in the foundry, where all matter of material was shaped and forged into tools and weapons, Ickthis Kaas oversaw testing of a prototype power suit. Small, lightweight, but enhanced the average soldier to near superhuman.
Ickthis had only just seen the suit activate when he was summoned.
Three minutes later, Ickthis stood in the parade grounds in his best attire.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"You'd be surprised what else is real in this 'verse," Zuka told Ray. "As for this... 2399, you speak of... I don't even know what that is. But given you are from another 'verse, it is within probability that it does not exist in this 'verse. If you want to get back to where you came from, you'll want to have a chat with the Dragon'taan Coalition. As I understand it, they are known for traversing the different 'verses. And that is assuming we manage to get off-world."
One of the Spartans, the female, overheard Weaver's comment and responded, "I don't think he's trying to prove anything, and he certainly doesn't seem like he has other plans. If anything, he wants to get off-world as bad as we do. Whatever business he has on Ruusan seems important enough that he can't afford any more delays here."
"What makes you say that?" The male Spartan asked.
"Because I read about Ruusan in my spare time. Site of a nasty battle between the Jedi Army of Light and Sith Lord Kaan's Brotherhood of Darkness," the Female Spartan explained. "Ended when Kaan lured General Hoth of the Army of Light and near a hundred of his followers down into a subterranean cavern and trapped them with him in what was called a Thought Bomb."
"Which was later released by Jedi Kyle Katarn. The place is now known as the Valley of the Jedi," came Aluah's voice from nearby. "But recently, something has emerged on Ruusan. I've been trying to get word to Katarn that something's up on Ruusan, but the stubborn bastard won't listen." Alduah placed his hands on his hips, shook his head, and sighed. "Can't say I blame him; his father was killed by a Sith, Jerec, and ever since that thing with Desann and Tavion, he's been unwilling to listen to anyone that claims any allegiance to the Sith, no matter how different their views."
*** Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
Malgus' shuttle landed not long after everything was ready, and Malgus strode off, as confident as usual for a Reformed Sith. He marched through the grounds, approaching Ickthiss with his aura radiating power, but calm and reassurance. "Commander Ickthis," he greeted Ickthis. "I understand you came into contact with our Dragon allies."
Not far away, a Sith Patrol spotted a young boy and approached him. "You're awfully brave to be wandering around the jungles of Dromund Kaas by yourself, young man," he said. "What are you doing here?"
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"Agreed - we need to get back to the Fury! Haul ass!" Wrath barked, heading to the hole in the wall and hoping there would be a path that would take them back to the oasis he'd landed the ship in. Vette was two steps behind him.
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
Blythe ordered the ships engage the Star Destroyer that had painted Thrawn's words as Rebel Lies, and the other Star Destroyer would engage as well. Between that and Thrawn's group, that destroyer didn't last long. A cease-fire was ordered, at which point both Thrawn and Blythe contacted the commander who expressed confusion at the fact Thrawn was alive.
"I can assure you, Commander, the reports of my death were greatly exaggerated," Thrawn spoke.
"I can confirm this," Blythe added. "I helped him survive many a trap before I finally convinced him to join up with the Imperial Alliance."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"If you insist," Tyber chuckled.
The front door opened, and Kira stepped through, a beaming smile on her face. "I take it the meeting went well?" Kyle asked.
Kira nodded. "Indeed it did," she answered. "We can expect to see Trade League goods hit the market in the next few months, and I passed up the chain the Executive's request to open a Nagyaria Trade League branch office here on Dragon'taan."
"Did Kanan behave himself?" Anna inquired.
"Surprisingly, yes," Kira responded.
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
As the group entered the temple, a voice spoke, but with no logical source and it seemed to come from every direction at once. "So... the descendant of my blood comes at last to my final resting place. Both much sooner, and yet, much later, than I had expected."
"Darth Nox, I presume?" K'Tath responded.
"You presume correctly. Come to me... deeper into my temple. Come to the heart of this place. We have much to discuss," the voice said.
"That sounds ominous," Fox commented.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
Richard boarded the Vertibird and sat down, but kept his weapons in his hands. "We lift off soon, da?" he asked.
*** Ruusan ***
A female Pandaren sat meditating near the ship she'd arrived on. She'd been instructed to meet her master here on Ruusan, but for some reason, he wasn't here. In fact, there was zero indication that Darth Alduah had ever been on Ruusan. Bahkriid had been there for three days. And she was beginning to suspect someone had intercepted Alduah. Or that something had happened that delayed his arrival here. She'd know if he was dead. But what she didn't know was where he was. So she meditated, trying to scry the Force to find some hint as to where her master had been delayed.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Oh, what?" Weaver perked up at the mention of Dragon'taan Coalition's ability to travel other multiverses, "Shoot, I thought this place didn't have that technology. I wonder if they've found my homeline? Er... scratch that maybe. I don't think anyone should open a door to that until the Ne'Tev are gone, if that even happens. W-whatever, nobody knows what I'm talking about anyway."
"Thought Bombs? I'm guessing that, like, effectively causes brain-death, or something. That's terrifying. Honestly sounds like some people might consider a war crime, assuming I'm right of course."
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*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Spade POV ***
"I'll go ahead and make sure there is a safe passage!" She immediately ran out of the hole in the wall and checked the surroundings, after being satisfied with not seeing any hostiles she raced back through the hole in the wall and yelled; "All clear!"
*** Mondrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
The patrol that found him almost made him jump out of his skin. After composing himself he responded with the truth: "I was told that there was a camp here that could point me in the direction of a specific person that I need to speak with."
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray looked excited for a moment, before he slumped back in his seat. “Well…I’ll have to think about it. Couldn’t take anyone with me, the Foundation would attempt to contain or neutralize.” He sighed, hood fogging. “Same goes for me, I guess. I’d rather die than go into containment. Oh, someone should check up on Jupiter. Projections had 2399 repairing itself and functional by 2070, if memory serves. Though…if the UNSC’s still around, assuming Earth’s also not boiling, then you probably don’t have it. At least, not in Jupiter anyway.” The agent shrugged. “Ah well, maybe some other poor planet got doomsday’ed.”
Ray closed his eyes, smiling wide though his respirator hid his face. “Oh frabjous day. Callooh callay. No giant death ship. No snap-happy statue. No unkillable hate-lizard! I just might stay.” For the first time the group had seen the agent, and truly the first time in years, he relaxed.
*Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis snapped into a crisp salute. “Yes, M’lord! I meant no disrespect to our allies, truly I was unaware that they were allies.”
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Jade overheard Ray's comment and said to him; "I may not know what you are referring to, 2399, however I can say that I would not understand why whatever organization you work for would want to neutralize you. For one, you are being so loyal as to trying to find a way to get back to your universe even when the chances of doing so are incredibly low, not to mention the fact that being in this universe could expose you to technologies that could, in theory, be rebuilt and used back in your own universe if you manage to get back and share your findings. Also, as this universe is currently many years ahead of your universe there is the possibility that your organization could have once existed in this universe and was disassembled for one reason or another and if this is the case then you could potentially find a place that was once used by this organization. If you do find a such place, then you might be able to access files detailing how your organization dealt with 2399. The point is you are incredibly valuable and any organization that wants to throw away the opportunities you represent is foolish."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Reguardless ,we have little choice in the matter we are all stuck here, might as well work together."Tigres said as she helped to load the razorbacks with equipment.
Kesley checked out the gauges on the trucks making sure thier fuel wasn't low no telling how long they had been sitting in the ship...
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"Then what are you waiting for?" NAri asked as she jumped through the hole in the wall ,stopping to check her surroundings.
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
"Thank you." the captain of the now freindly star destroyer responded "Admiral Voth said the entierty of the empires high ranking officers, Vader, the Emporer and you, Admiral thrawn were killed on the Second death star when the rebels destroyed it. I failed to fully believe him considering I had been researching your profile and knew you did not agree with the expense of such superweapons, but I had no evidence to the contrary till now, Admiral Voth has led a small regiment of imperials still loyal to his cause to salvage as much as possible ot keep his small group afloat." The captain replied.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Then you kinda need to tell me what you want." Shiloh replied.
"What are you talking about, Kira? I almost blew the entire thing with that last comment I made!" Kanan joked a bit.
** Crusader temple, Dragon'taan ***
A young looking yet fairly aged orange vixen walked into the temple looking for someone, anyone, she was in need of something, but knew little of how to go about it.
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
"Don't think we have much choice in the matter, you on the otherhand..." Cobalt replied following with K'Tath she'd followed him this far and she was not about to cut out now.
** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"You can cut the accent." Risa grumbled as she stepped into the vertibird in her own suit of power armor, it wasn't enclave but something else entirely less bulky and more streamlined, the MK VII mjolnir armor she wore was a completely different piece of equipment.
*** Ruusan ***
A sudden flicker of light could be seen in the sky, before a purple and orange dragon humanoid followed closely by a blue and white one, both feminine in form they flew quickly over the Pandarian woman though at least 100 or more feet higher up, seeming to totally ignore her and her ship for the moment, barley causing more than a sound of rushing air as they passed overhead, they seemed to be heading towards the Valley of the jedi.
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown Planet ***
"It's worse than that, Weaver," Alduah told Weaver in response to his comment about the Thought Bomb. "It's a terrifying weapon that kills indiscriminately. The after-effects are worse. Suffice to say, it's a weapon even I would never think to use."
"I don't think the DMC's tech quite works the way you think it does, Jade - but we can discuss that after this creature has been dealt with, and Tigress, you need to stay here on the bridge to use the systems to trap the creature in Engineering once Alduah lures it in there," Zuka said. A clang! reverberated through the ship. "... which reminds me, Weaver, you never did describe the creature. What does it look like?"
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
Wrath dashed through the hole, and used the Force in an effort to guide him and the group back to the Fury so they could make off-world.
*** Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
"It's alright, you had no way of knowing," Malgus responded to Ickthis. "Comms between orbit and the surface are dealing with unexpected interference - some of the Dragon engineers are working on that. So I tried to have a messenger deliver the news to you - as best as my Sith Subordinates can tell, he was lost to the jungle." He cast a look to the surrounding jungle. "The Jungles of Dromund Kaas can be quite dangerous, as I'm sure you're aware." He happened to glance over, and spotted the Sith Patrol with someone he couldn't clearly see. "Sergeant, what do you have?"
The Sith Sergeant turned around and stepped aside, revealing the young boy. "Young man here, says he came here looking for someone, milord," he answered. Malgus motioned the two forward, and Malgus looked at the boy with a curious look on his face, even though it was half-hidden by his breath mask. "It's alright, young man," the Sergeant would assure the boy, "Lord Malgus won't hurt you."
Malgus inclined his head, then finally spoke, "It takes a brave soul to wander the Jungles of Dromund Kaas alone, young one. Who did you come here looking for?"
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
"Well, I'm not dead, nor is a lot of the high-ranking officers. Vader survived Endor, and has had to go through a long and arduous time tearing down and then rebuilding his legacy, and currently serves as Jedi Fleet Commander; Piett is also alive, and so is Admiral Pallaeon. Many of the Empire's officers switched sides to Vader's faction during that mess at Endor, so most of the Imperial Starfleet came out of that intact," Thrawn explained.
"Thrawn here had been on the fence over joining up with the newly-created Imperial Alliance, till the last few times I bailed him out of trouble convinced him to join up," Blythe added.
"Commander, the Ferengi Station is hailing us," Grey said. Blythe nodded, and the Ferengi showed up on screen.
"Commander, I am pleased to report to you our systems are back online," the Yard Manager proclaimed. "Now, I understand you were after three old Klingon designs?"
"Yes, it was my understanding you had three Klingon D'Tai-class Battleships in your inventory. Are they still?" Blythe answered.
"Well, yes, they're there - I'm surprised you're interested. No one else ever was," the manager commented. "Still, they're fine vessels, and as Klingon Designs, they're heavily armed. I am assuming you wish to purchase all three?"
"That's correct," Blythe affirmed.
The Ferengi consulted his datapad. "Ah! I see - you fronted the Latinum in advance with your reservation. Everything is in order - vessels are yours. But, given how you saved my station from attack, might I offer you a bonus?"
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
Even close to K'Tath, everyone could feel the Dark Side getting stronger the closer they got to the inner sanctum. The air was cold, and at times, heavy, until they came to the aforementioned chamber.
"Even though your Dragon form was taken from you, you still had the Force," Nox's voice said. A spirit appeared before them, dressed in black armor with a hooded, black cloak. K'Tath bowed to the spirit, motioning the others to do the same.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"One of the chocolate shakes your dad got me, for starters," Tyber said, nuzzling Shiloh's nose with a smile.
"Knock it off, Kanan," Kira growled. "There's gonna be plenty of time for jokes and pranks at the festival."
*** Ruusan ***
Bahkriid caught the dragon flying overhead and immediately jumped up from meditation. Friend or foe, she had to ascertain this newcomer's intent, and possibly steer her clear of the Valley.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"Why you tell me to lose Russian accent? I am of Russian descent! Accent has been in family for generations!" Richard complained.
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*** UNSC Strident, Unknown Planet ***
"Where does it look like I'm going?" Tigress asked trying to help the spartans with the weapons that just dropped from one of the razorbacks that had created the loud Clang.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"Need I remind you I am totally immune to the force, both ways.." Nari pointed out "I cannot make the field go away but i can make it smaller or bigger." the silver vixen added as she followed along...
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
"Well then we are at your service Admiral thrawn, Voth has long had me on edge, I doubt he would have tolerated me any longer anyway."
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
Cobalt , though reluctant to bow at first eventually did making a mental note to K'Tath how she did not like bowing to anyone or any being.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'll get on that in a moment." Shiloh replied.
"What you were the one ,bugging me about being polite, chill out." Kanan replied lightly elbowing Kira.
*** Ruusan ***
The two Dragon girls were indeed headed toward the Valley of the Jedi, though from the ground it was hard to tell thier intentions but up above the two could be heard speaking "You sure this is the place Spyra?" the Blue dragon asked "Yes this is location of the fabeled Valley of the Jedi, I wanted to see what energies reside here, and perhaps study them in an effort to understand this 'force.'" The Purple dragon responded.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
"immigrants rarley keep thier accents in modern times..." Risa grumbled as the vertibird began to start up.
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*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Spade POV ***
"Judging from the way the Klingons are starting to get their bearings, we don't have much time before they start to follow us!"
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Cole POV ***
"Do you have an estimate as to how much time we have?"
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Spade POV ***
"A few minutes at most." She responded
*** Unknown Planet ***
"I'm worthless when it comes to combat, however I do have extensive medical knowledge, I will check anyone who wishes to be checked over for any injuries, and then treat them." She turned to Alduah "Send any injured from crash-landing or otherwise to me, at least that way I can be helpful."
*** Mondrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
He could tell they had no wish to harm him, "My name is Magnus, the person I came here to look for was a Sith that saved my now deceased Great Grandfather over a hundred years ago. My Grandfather could not remember his name, all he could tell me was it started with a W, and even when he told me his story, he said that the man was shrouded so he couldn't see his face. He knew he was a Sith because he recognized the man used the force."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Even worse? Oh..." Weaver murmured in response to Alduah, "I... don't think I want the details on that..."
Weaver interjected Jade's comment about the technology, "Bringing tech back won't work. The laws that govern reality in his world are different than this one. The constructs this Rifter make only exist as long as the rift does. It serves as a... sort of link back to its home dimension. The link makes sure its own laws still keep it from vanishing. Once the rift closes, the link ends, and the object ceases to exist since the laws that govern its... uh... existence have disappeared."
"I think Ray took some precautions to avoid sharing the same fate. As for me... uh... it's complicated. Anyway, as an example, FTL travel is impossible in my dimension. There is no way to go faster not because we haven't found a way, but because it is literally impossible. We did, however, figure out how to tunnel wormholes and create wormgates, and used those to move around. I can't bring FTL tech back home because it isn't compatible with the dimension's reality. And if you aren't compatible... you just... stop existing."
He then responded to Zuka, "I... didn't get a good look at the creature. I remember it being kinda smokey looking. Maybe the thing doesn't even have a proper body."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"I'm pretty sure it doesn't have an actual body; it's form was way to fluid to be flesh and blood. Adding to that, the creature had an intense aversion to sunlight, which would be understandable from Weaver's description of it being 'smoky'."
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray bowed his head a bit, tapping his boots gently against the bed of the Razorback, lost in thought.
On the one side, if he stayed in those reality for a while, he could learn well of the available technologies and bring them to the Foundation. That might get him a cushy research position, if not Site Director. On the other, however, the Foundation might take it as an invasion and react violently. Probably kill Ray and his guests. Not a good outcome. Besides, the world might’ve fallen to any number of anomalies. Or enact Broken Veil protocol and wipe the slate clean. Also bad.
Ray sighed, resting his elbows on his knees.
*Dromund Kaas, Mongdrigan Camp*
Ickthis nodded. “Between the native fauna and this…jungle, as you said Lord, my men are having a tough time adjusting. We’ve a few being treated, one buried. But the foundry’s begun developing tools and power suits to help. Unfortunately, even our lightest mech designs can’t operate in the foliage.” He sighed. “It’ll be hand tools until we clear enough space.”
The Mongdrigan commander eyed Magnus with a hint of suspicion. “Must be a rather sneaky fellow, my guardsmen didn’t make any reports.”
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Zuka hummed in thought as the Spartans loaded up equipment. A distant clang, crash! followed by a reverberant, but distant roar, marked the creature successfully entering the Strident.
"That's not good," the male Spartan commented.
Zuka looked to Alduah. "Hope you're fast," he said.
"Faster than you might think," Alduah responded.
*** Mondrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
"A Sith whose name starts with W..." Malgus mused aloud. He looked to the Sergeant that brought Magnus over. "Sergeant, how many Sith can you think of that have a name beginning with W?"
"Just one, milord - Lord Wrath," the Sergeant responded. Malgus returned his attention to Magnus.
"Is that who you've come here looking for, son? Lord Wrath?" he asked him.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
The trek to the Fury was shorter than from it, given everyone would have been running at a dead sprint. Wrath was immediately at the controls, powering the ship up, but not taking off till everyone was accounted for.
*** RCS-Class Armored Warship Warspite, Ferengi Ship Salvage Yard ***
"Very good," Thrawn said. "I can send you coordinates to UIA Space, but I, myself, need to be at Dragon'taan for the Marauder Festival."
"Funny," Blythe interjected, "I was gonna head there, myself, after I got the ships I purchased back to the flotilla."
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
"It is good to bow to your ancestors," Nox said as they all rose. "I imagine this is quite a shock to you - literally talking with your ancestor's spirit."
"I've seen stranger things, Lord Nox," K'Tath said. "But I have to ask - you seemed to have been expecting me. Why?"
"Because only my true heir should be the one to claim the inheritance buried here," Nox responded.
"There's a lot in this tomb, My Lord," K'Tath said. "I'd need to organize an expedition to get it all out."
"Oh, those things? Trinkets. Tablets. Carvings that have long since faded. They are immaterial. Red Herrings for grave robbers to claim. The Inheritance... your inheritance, K'Tath... was my knowledge. Everything I had learned, all my power - it was my intent to pass it on to you," Nox explained.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Tyber laid back in bed with a smile on his face.
"Well, you two better get changed - we'll be heading off for the Pre-Festival Functions, soon," Kyle told Kira and Kanan. Kira bumped Kanan and motioned her head as she headed for their room.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
Richard said nothing as the Vertibird lifted off. He just kept his M16 in his lap.
*** Ruusan ***
Darth Bahkriid stayed hidden and out of sight, and observed the dragonesses from a safe distance. Not long after they landed, she saw there was not one, but two that had flown over her. But she couldn't make out any intent.
The valley below was quiet and devoid of any real activity. But Bahkriid could sense - something was going on here. She and Alduah had sensed it. And they needed to get the Imperial Alliance involved in investigating it before the Sith Covenant got here.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
By now Tigress was already in the bridge ready to overload the core she had used a mongoose to get there quickly having to abadon it as she got closer due to the small hallways ,but she could still retrieve it later for a quick escape.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"Well what are you waiting for Takeoff, already!" Nari said as she rushed into the ship.
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
"Is that all?" Cobalt asked "A wealth of knowledge?" She asked "Must be a lot considering how old you are..." She looked to K'Tath.. "I hope this is worth it to you, to some such a thing would be worthless, the trinkets in this tomb would be worth more to them."She finished.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Shiloh soon came back with What Tyber wanted on a tray which she set next to the bed "Remind me to twist your tail next time you do this." she playfully grumbled.
"I'm already in my best clothes though..." Kanan said as he followed Kira.
*** Ruusan ***
The two dragons would land in the valley the blue and white one taking out some sort of energy scanner "The energy here is quite strong, Spyra why are we here again? "I wanted to study this 'Force and a few sources pointed to here as being one of the least dangerous ones." the Purple dragon responded.
*** Terra, Mojave Desert, 2286, Enclave base Mojave Epsilon ***
As the vertibird left the base via a secret exit it would head towards goodsprings ,but that was not it's destination, which was far beyond that town...
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*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban Spade POV ***
After checking she yelled "All accounted for!" She turned and saw the Klingons not far away from the Fury and yelled "and the Klingons are not far away, we need to go now!"
*** Mondrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
Magnus's eyes widened as he remembered a conversation between his Great-grandfather, Grandfather, and his parents. His parents questioned his Great-Grandfather as to the name of the Sith, he replied with a very quiet Wrath. "Y-yes, that's the one..."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
A chill ran down Weaver's back, "UH... can these Razorbacks get moving? I would really prefer not to be here when that detonation goes off. Or when that monster gets to us," he instinctively started charging the Rifter, before deciding against it and trying to ready the SAW instead, then deciding that the gun wasn't going to help anyway.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray checked the safety on the SMG, made doubly sure the collimator sight was adjusted and set, and triply sure the whole thing functioned. He turned to glance at Weaver. “Might wanna get that gun up and ready, Weaver. Sure, might not do anything, but you’ll feel better.” Ray chuckled, shaking his head. “I’ve seen Site-Sec pull pistols on 682. Big uh…unkillable hate-lizard. But yeah, definitely made them feel a bit confident. Keeps the mind clear. And, muzzle flash might scare it off.”
*Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis glanced at the young boy, before returning his attention to Malgus. “M’lord, if we’re going to look for an ally, allow me to offer a detachment of my own men. Consider it a training exercise.”
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Alduah had all but vanished at this point. By the time the Razorbacks were outside, he had already found the creature. Over an open channel, he spoke, "Tigress, I hope to god you're ready - we'll have only seconds for a window to trap this thing in here. Close the doors, then the blast doors. All of them, once I hit Engineering and get the monster in there." He then went about pissing the creature off; blasting it with Force Lightning seemed most effective. Didn't hurt it as much as it would other sentients, but it sure made the creature mad. He then went about dodging its attacks and toying with it, trying to give the others as much time as he could to get out of the Strident. Finally, he stepped into engineering, the creature howling and hot on his trail, and dodged one attack after the other. "Tigress, NOW! he shouted, heading for a nearby door leading out of main engineering.
*** Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
"That will not be necessary, Commander; Wrath is currently on Korriban. He felt a disturbance, and linked it to Klingon and Romulan Looters in Dreshdae and the nearby Valley of the Dark Lords," Malgus explained. "If anything, we should see to this young man." It was then that a bulky man with a scarred face in red armor approached. "Lieutenant Pierce," Malgus spoke, "Escort this young man to the Guest Quarters in Kaas City, then get a line to your old colleague. This boy came looking for him." It was then that, as Malgus looked to Magnus again, he was hit with an odd sensation. He'd sensed it before, but the degree he felt it in Magnus... it gave him a worried expression.
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
"Hang on!" Wrath shouted. He closed the boarding ramp, pushed the Fury into the sky, and praying everyone was strapped in, punched it for the stars. The view from Orbit showed wreckage of several ships. "I guess Lord Malgus took care of those in orbit..." he then noticed the Sith warships deploying transports to the surface. "... and is dealing with the looters down planetside. Vette, plot a course for Dromund Kaas." Vette nodded, and Wrath leaned back. It seemed odd that Klingon looters would be here on Korriban, and with their Tal Shiar allies. Just what were they after? There shouldn't have been anything left. Not on Korriban, anyway.
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
"The trinkets of this tomb are false," Nox explained. "Odds and ends created to look like actual Sith Trinkets. Something for looters and grave robbers to eventually have."
"Wait, if the contents of this tomb were false, why terrorize those that enter?" Fox asked.
"I have to keep up appearances. If other Force-users were aware that the true value of this tomb is my power, they would be encouraged to steal it. And there are devices designed to do such a thing," Nox answered.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Duly noted," Tyber chuckled.
In the foyer, Mathayus frowned slightly, feeling something in the Force.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
In orbit, a Star Destroyer and a much larger RCS-class Armored Warship arrived, both sending planetside requests for clearance to land. The Star Destroyer was marked as the Chimaera - the other was marked as the Warspite.
*** Ruusan ***
"Many dangers exist on Ruusan," Bahkriid spoke, approaching from an alcove in a rocky face above Asara and Spyra. "And it is one or more of those dangers that I and my master came here to investigate." The Pandaren hopped down to approach them. "The Valley of the Jedi is not a place entered lightly, even after Katarn released the thought bomb. Especially now."
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*** Mondrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
"Thank you." he said before nodding respectfully and following Lieutenant Pierce.
*** Fury-class Interceptor ***
Cole collapsed onto a seat and nearly passed out from an adrenaline crash.
Meanwhile Spade was watching them getting farther away from Korriban and trying to figure out how she should explain to Wrath everything he will likely want to know.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
The very second Alduah left the engineering room the doors slammed shut blast doors and all and locked, Tigress had activated a core breech protocol, along with overloading the fusion core, then quickly made her way to the parked mongoose outside the control room, the window to engineering was shut off by a blast door completely trapping the creature in the engineering deck with the now overloading fusion core, which got closer to exploding by every second.
meanwhile elsewhere in the ship Tigress skidded the mongoose to a halt in front of Alduah's path "Need a ride?"
*** Dreshdae Colony, Korriban ***
Crawling up to the bridge, Nari grumbled "I thought this ship had inertial dampers.." She added as she crawled on the floor eventually getting into a seat.
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
"You seem kinda odd for a Sith, or perhaps my understanding of them is off." Cobalt said.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I could have done worse." Shiloh noted as she sat on the edge of the bed. "You better not cause me to miss out on Kylie's special invitation."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Preffering to stay in orbit to repair itself, Captain "Nexu' Plith informed thrawn that he would remain in orbit on his Star destroyer while the crew repaired the ship, thanking thrawn for his assistance.
*** Ruusan ***
A fireball would be thrown over Bakrriid, more of a warning flare than anything in responce. "We are well aware of the dangers here," Spyra spoke up "But of all of the Force users relics this was the least dangerous, at least when I looked at it, either way we are well prepared." The dragon added. "Dragons of all types are not easy to take down even with the force."
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*Unknown Planet*
"I think I'd rather run than stand there putting ineffectual bullets into something," Weaver responded to Ray, "Isn't that how a lot of mooks dies in movies? They just stand there shooting at something thinking it'll work when obviously it isn't, and I sure do feel like some disposable extra. At least I can make an annoying distraction with the Rifter. Uh, besides, I don't want to waste ammo. We still have other... things... we need to take care of, and my gut is telling me we don't have enough bullets."
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*Unknown Planet*
“To each their own,” Ray dismissed. “We’ve got…what, three Spartans with us? If everything, y’know, tracks like I think it does, there’s not much that’s gonna stop us.” The agent adjusted his position slightly. “O-Or, y’know…them. You, your friend and I are all pretty uh…stoppable.”
*Dromund Kaas, Mongdrigan Camp*
Ickthis grew concerned at Malgus’s expression. “M’lord?” He stepped closer to the Sith, turning to face away, opposite Malgus. The veteran commander clasped his paws behind his back, standing rigid. His voice dropped to a quiet rasp. “If you so desire, I can have my finest assassin sent after the boy. Or, give the word and he won’t leave the camp alive.”
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Alduah didn't need to be asked - he leapt onto the Mongoose behind Tigress. "Drive, quickly - and pray you gave us enough time to achieve minimum safe distance. I'd very much like to survive this cursed planet."
*** Dromund Kaas, Mongdrigan Camp ***
Malgus looked at Ickthis. "I'm shocked you would suggest such a thing. He's just a child." His attention returned to Magnus as he left with Lieutenant Pierce. "But even as a child, I can sense that boy possesses a strong connection to the Force. I've not felt a connection that strong since I last stood before my former-emperor, many years ago."
As Pierce escorted Magnus, he decided to help make the boy feel more comfortable with a little small talk. "So, Magnus... where ya from?" His voice had a thick, gruff English accent to it.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, en route to Dromund Kaas ***
Wrath grumbled as Vette flew, and he brought his hand up to his head. Vette knew this gesture - he always did that when he sensed something through the Force. "Bad?" was all she asked.
"Difficult to say," Wrath responded after a moment. "But as best I can sense... it waits for us on Dromund Kaas."
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
"Not all Sith are the same," Nox told Cobalt.
"If your power and knowledge are the gift I was to claim, I gladly accept," K'Tath stated.
"Then hold still, blood of my blood," Nox requested. The next few moments saw several spirits appear behind Nox, then vanish into a blue mist, along with Nox, and that mist suddenly streamed into K'Tath, lifting him up and suspending him in the air for a few seconds, before he dropped to the floor and landed on his hands and knees. It took a few more moments for him to stop glowing and stand up.
"What a rush..." he commented.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Relax, you won't," Tyber grumbled as he downed his food and drink.
*** Ruusan ***
Bahkriid was unfazed by the thrown fireball, which fell short of her feet. "Neither are Sith," she said, activating her Lightsaber, the Imperial Crimson blade springing to life. "And we don't take kindly to being threatened." Before anyone could do anything, a Starship (https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/1/13/D5-Mantis_schematic.jpg/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/1000?cb=20130720184412) none present would likely recognize - Bahkriid certainly didn't - flew overhead and landed some distance away. "What the hell...?" Bahkriid commented. "That's not Sith Covenant... and it wasn't Imperial Alliance. I could have sworn the IA locked this planet down years ago..."
At the landing site, well away from prying eyes, two figures stepped off the strange ship. Both appeared to be Mandalorian, but only one was wearing a helmet. "Talk to me, Torian - what are we looking for here?" asked the Mandalorian with the helmet.
"To be honest, I'm not sure; the message was pretty vague. Said something about meeting a Jedi to help eliminate some threat here on Ruusan," the helmetless Mandalorian responded.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
The large tiger knew what she was doing, the second Alduah was seated the Four wheeled bike took off. her armor materializing over her body a form of the new Mjolnir armor, covered her body."For a Sith, you strongly underestimate your allies." Tigress noted "I'm an engineer, I know what these sort of reactors can do." she added as she drove the bike through the remains of the strident, and outside of it soon catching up to the Razorbacks...
*** Fury-class Interceptor, en route to Dromund Kaas ***
"I hope I'm not jamming your connection to the force..." Nari spoke up.
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
"I just woke up from cryo about a year ago..." Cobalt replied gasping when K'tath was lifted up and when he got down she ran to him "Did it work?"
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Don't make a girl a promise, If you know you can't keep it." Shiloh replied simply.
*** Ruusan ***
The purple dragon turned to face the sith, wings flaring out in anger"IF you want a threat..." Spyra growled stopped short by the blue dragons arm blocking her "You would forgive us for being cautious, We don't wish to fight you, mind my friends temper." Asara said before she was cut off by the new arrival. "WHo scheduled the party?"
*** Azeroth, Stormwind, Stormwind harbor. ***
"Yeah that's exactly what the guard told me some swarm of Naga came out of the Harbor ransacked a Ship and took only one item..." A female Worgen said to her larger male mate as she stepped into the harbor.
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*** Fury-class Interceptor, en route to Dromund Kaas ***
Spade found Cole half dead in a seat and sat next to him, "How are you holding up?"
"Honestly I don't know, you and everyone else show up shortly before I pass out from a brain injury somehow getting there just in time to save me, then being chased around that Sith academy and Dreshdae by Klingon and then managing to escape by the skin of our teeth, you could say that is has been the most eventful day in many years." replied Cole.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"I'd rather not divulge that information just in case." Magnus replied with a Grim look on his face, That man, Lord Malgus, he looked at me as if I was a time bomb as I was walking away. What about me could have made him have that face?
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Hm..." Weaver mused, "Well we'll see I guess. We're not exactly in a storybook right now."
Weaver held his breath, his heart beating rapidly as the Razorbacks gained speed. Not much he could do now but hope that the drivers knew what they were doing.
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*Unknown Planet*
“Video game,” Ray corrected. “I’m guessing you guys have them here?” He kept his eyes on the wreck, gripping the edge of his seat with a free paw. “Hey, Spartan,” he called up to the driver. “What kind of engine do those things use? Not nuclear, I hope. Suit’s only rated for, like, waste-spill levels of radiation. We’re not gonna get all Chernobyl-y, right?”
*Dromund Kaas, Mongdrigan Camp*
“Apologies, m’Lord. But even a young’n could be a combatant,” Ickthis said matter-of-factly. “I don’t like this. The dates wouldn’t offer you my people, just to send someone so well-connected to the Force. A test of faith in the Force? Though, whether for you or the boy remains to be seen.”
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Alduah held on tight as the lot sped away from the soon-to-explode Strident. When they finally got safely away, the hull of the strident would suddenly light up so bright, it would have seemed the sun was out again at first. But as the sun faded, the shockwave traveled much faster than the fire, but the team being safely outside the blast radius and still going, it wouldn't reach them before petering out. Alduah could sense the creatures final moments; anger, frustration, and hunger before it was instantly incinerated in the blast.
They were safe, at least for the moment, but now had a bigger task at hand; gathering provisions for the foray into the Forerunner structure in the distance. And that thing was filled with creatures far worse than the one they just killed.
*** Dromund Kaas, Mongdrigan Camp ***
Malgus thought for a moment, then spoke: "Let the child roam. He came here looking for Wrath, and he shall be put in contact with him. He's given us no reason to be suspicious of him, aside from his extraordinarily strong connection to the Force. That being said, keep an eye on him - not necessarily surveillance, but just keep an eye on what he does and says. In the meantime, send a runner down to the Citadel, have my archivist look through all the records he can find about Emperor Valkorion and his family; make note of any little-known or illegitimate offspring he may have had." Malgus looked at the direction Magnus had left in. "I don't think it a coincidence that we reclaim the ancient Sith Worlds and then a child with a Force connection that strong shows up this soon."
Pierce curled his lips and nodded. "Fair enough," he said. "You know, I served with Lord Wrath. Years ago, back before he was named the Emperor's Wrath."
*** Fury-class Interceptor, en route to Dromund Kaas ***
Wrath turned to Spade and Cole. "Now that we're clear of the hostiles, I need to make sure: Are either of you injured? This craft comes with a fully-equipped medical bay and attending med droid."
Vette looked to Nari as she leaned back in her chair. "What's it like - being immune to the Force?" she asked her.
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
K'Tath grumbled for a moment, and then opened his eyes - which now were a churning red color. "Yes, it did," he said. He looked at his watch, then added, "We'd better head to Dragon'taan if we're gonna catch the opening for the Marauder Festival."
Fox frowned. "The... what?" he asked.
"It's a week-long celebration of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps' victory over the Necromyan Collective during the Marauder War," K'Tath explained as he started back out of the temple. "I understand one of your colleagues served under the DMC Banner during that conflict."
"Yeah... uhm, you probably didn't know this, but Fox doesn't like to talk about her. Touchy subject," Fara said.
"Admittedly, I have been pondering in my head over reconnecting with Krystal as a friend," Fox sighed. "Ever since the Sith Covenant came here." As they walked, it would seem as if the entire Dark Side Aura in and around the Temple was gone completely.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Quoting Cortana, I see," Tyber chuckled with a grin.
Markus stood before a mirror, making sure his uniform was straight and pristine, and he looked at Krystal's reflection and asked, "Honey, do you ever think of your old Star Fox colleagues anymore? It's been many years since you split with them. Do you think... maybe it's time to let the past die with the past, in regards to them?"
It was then that Kira emerged from her and Kanan's bedroom dressed in her finest military attire. "We better hurry, Kanan, I don't want to keep Admiral Thrawn waiting too long."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Admiral Thrawn and Commander Blythe stepped into the military district enclave, dressed their finest. Thrawn was flanked by two Clone Stormtroopers; Blythe, by Combat Droids. "First time on Dragon'taan?" Blythe asked his blue-skinned companion.
"On Dragon'taan, and not just in Orbit," Thrawn affirmed. "It's impressive what the Dragon-Shifters have built here."
*** Ruusan ***
"Hell if I know," Bahkriid commented. "First time I've seen a ship like that." She paused. "Should we investigate?"
The two Mandalorians continued to venture into the valley, one keeping his rifle slung, but easily reached, the other with his dual pistols holstered, but his helmet scanning for anything. So far, all they found were rocky formations and dead silence.
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"Must be an item of extraordinary value for the Naga to risk a smash-and-grab in broad daylight," replied the male mate, Ketorr. "Did you get the cargo manifest?"
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Kelsy soon landed by Tigress and Alduah, using her jet pack "So.. what's next on the list?" She asked brushing off her pants.
Tigress sighed getting off the mongoose and walked over to one of the razorbacks. "Are the supplies inside?" She asked on of the spartans that had come with her "yes ma'am!" one replied.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, en route to Dromund Kaas ***
"Well, it's kinda hard to explain to a force user, but think of it as everything being quiet, the force you know being totally silent to you..." Nari begain continuing to explain it, going on about how it felt to her and how she was created to be a 'force-user hunter" and finsihed up with " it does come in handy against certain types of force- users who just want to cause problems."
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
"How did you know about General Krystal?" Cobalt asked K'tath "This area feels.. less dark all of a sudden." she added.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"She does have quiet a few good lines." Shiloh pointed out
"I've tried not to, it brings back some fairly terrible memories.
I thought for once in my life i had found a place i belonged, Though that was years ago.
I dunno I think we'll just have to see if, Fox is unlike the Cornerians, remember it wasn't just him who made me leave it was the Cornerians talking behind my back that made me leave, when you feel that aura of hate from people it really gets to you.
I guess it would depend on how Fox feels about what happened, I'd be opened to starting a dialouge with him ,but I don't think I can go back to him now.
I'm a part of New Cerinia now a part of Dragon'taan, I don't think i could take losing my third home, again." krystal replied simply as she checked over her blu military platform. "I hope Kylie's concert is going to be interesting this year, i've seen him preform but i think this is the first time i'll be seeing him play in person, i hear he's even got a fan club much to the dismay of your Sister."
"wait who?" Kanan asked.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Indeed sir, the city is a beautiful site, especially during the marauder festival." Said a greeter droid coming near Thrown and Blythe. "Welcome to Dragon'taan, is this your first time?" the droid
asked.
*** Ruusan ***
"I dunno do you think that's wise?" Asara asked.
"Maybe we should, I thought we were the only ones out here." Spyra spoke up still a bit of 'flame' in her voice.
"ignore her she takes a bit to calm down." Asara noted.
** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"Still reading through it ,but mostly goods from Kalimdor and some more stuff to ship to Pandaria." Kia replied "The Alliance has even some horde members looking into this, they think this naga threat may be a threat to All of Azeroth. Perhaps it's something to do with the odd artifact that was stolen."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Video game?" Weaver responded to Ray, "Don't players die several dozen times before completing them? And like, aren't escort quests some of the worst? Because this sure is an escort quest with you and me here. W-whatever. I'm stressing myself out."
The explosion caught Weaver off guard, despite him knowing that it was coming. He reflexively ducked, covered his head, and shut his eyes, "Man, this better be the last explosion we see on this planet!"
He spilled out of the Razorback once everything was parked, "Okay... okay I can do this. Just... oh man this is gonna suck..."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Jade had remained silent throughout the entire ride and didn't so much as blink when the explosion happened as she was deep in thought about what she could do to help aid their quest to get off this planet. Anybody who bothered to look would notice a grim look on her face.
*** Fury-class Interceptor ***
"Contrary to what Vette might have said, the fight against the Tuk'ata was not without injury" Spade then revealed a bite mark on her right arm, luckily it had stopped bleeding, but it could still cause a nasty infection.
"I'm uninjured" Cole stated flatly "just exhausted."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"What's he like? Wrath I mean." Magnus inquired after deciding to not let Malgus's attitude towards him get to him.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray blinked a few times as the core detonation washed his vision out. As it returned, and his suit’s visor de-polarized, he shrugged. “So that’s the end of the big scary monster, eh? Ah well, s’pose it’s luck I never met the thing.” Ray checked the detector on his hip, and grunted quietly. “Well, radiation’s non-existent. And, atmosphere’s agreeable.” He chuckled and started undoing his suit’s protective hood, and removing his respirator. His face bore a few small scars, but came off as youthful and a bit aloof. “Good thing too, I think I was about out.” An alphanumeric string sat below his right eye, running across his cheek. “What’s next?”
*Dromund Kaas*
“I’ll inform the others, Ickthis said with a nod. “And I’ll dispatch a runner for the archivist. Ah…” Commander Kaas scanned the nearby groups of training Mongdrigans. “You,” he barked, pointing out. A young Mongdrigan stood upright in attention. Ickthis motioned towards the Citadel. “Go for the archivist, ask for information about an Emperor Valkorion. Family and offspring, too. Take Scribe Tylus with you.” The young Mongdrigan scuttled off, disappearing into the tent-city.
“Tylus’ll remember everything,” Ickthis explained. “In writing if not in her mind. Lethally clever, she is.”
The pair of young Mongdrigans headed for the Citadel, one armed with a blaster; the other, her notebook and pens.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Zuka heard Weaver's comment, and decided he needed some words of encouragement. He immediately strode over to Weaver, grabbed him by his suit, and hefted him up to look him dead in the eyes. "Listen!" He barked, his jaw-mandibles snapping wildly as he spoke, "We're all in strung-out shape! None of us asked to be here, but I'll be damned if I'm not gonna do everything possible to get off-world! So now's really not a good time to be getting cold feet! Get it together!" He dropped Weaver on his feet, paused, then added in a softer tone, "We've dealt with the monster that attacked you and Jade, we have a plan for getting off this rock; all we need do now is establish a temporary shelter and gather provisions before we rest up, then venture into that Forerunner facility and drop the dampening field." He pointed to a somewhat distant husk of a Phoenix-class Support Cruiser just as the Eclipse started to lift and everything started getting brighter. The lights were clearly visible on the ship even at the distance they all were at. Zuka leaned down to Weaver's level to say, "We made it this far - not much further to go. You survived here when the rest of your crew did not; you evaded a ravenous creature long enough to let us deal with it; this foray into a Flood-Infested Facility to get beamed out will be no different. Keep your head on straight, eyes downrange, and finger on your trigger, and you'll make it off this rock in once piece.
"Piece of advice, Weaver," the Female Spartan chimed in, "Stick by me. If I have the look of that Phoenix right, it's a Military Sub-variant; Armory there might have a portable, personal shield unit. A little tinkering might see it adapted to your current suit, give you an extra line of defense against the Flood."
"Trust me, Weaver, I feel about the same as you. But surviving this place will make you stronger; we'll get through this," Alduah assured him. He looked to Tigress. "You mentioned spotting a Recusant Destroyer not far from here, yes?"
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Wrath was a warrior not crossed; those that did wound up broken in the worst ways," Pierce responded to Magnus as they entered the outskirts of Kaas City. "Take Wrath's former Master, for example - Darth Baras. Baras trained Wrath, sure, but made the mistake of betraying him, and in the worst way. Not only did Wrath thwart Baras' bid to become Voice of the Emperor at every turn, but he humiliated Baras in front of the Dark Council. Back in those days, that's something that'd be liable to get you killed. Lord Wrath was made the Emperor's Wrath due to his dedication to the Empire and its interests. When we joined up with Malgus and his Reformed Sith Order, Wrath had some difficulty adjusting to the new policies, but he's still Lord Wrath - the Right Hand of the Emperor. Just that now he's serving Emperor Malgus, not Valkorion." Pierce chuckled. "You can tell he hasn't changed, much - pisses off Captain Quinn, but Wrath still wades in with both fists and does what he thinks is right. But Malgus so far has never reprimanded Wrath's actions, and that's enough for me. Which reminds me, how did you track Wrath here?"
Malgus' archivist was content organizing the records, humming quietly to himself.
*** Fury-class Interceptor ***
"Have the Med-Droid patch that up, Spade," Wrath told Spade. "Vette, show her to the Med-Bay."
"Come on," Vette told Spade, motioning her head. "Follow me."
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
"It's possible that after I absorbed Nox's power, the Dark Side Aura went with him," K'Tath speculated. "And I've seen Krystal around Indari Manor a couple times; her military record, I gleaned from... anonymous sources." He looked to Fox. "And with things the way they are, these days, now's a good time to reconnect with old colleagues. Everyone needs all the support they can get these days." As they all left the Sith Temple and got back into Fox's transport, K'Tath turned to Cobalt. "Can you get a line to the GEMINI Droid aboard our ship, have them standing by to beam us up?"
"It'd actually be easier for us to get to Dragon'taan if we took your ship there, too," Fox said.
"Yeah, our new ship is still being constructed," Fara added. "And Falco could use a vacation after what he went through."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I doubt Fox is gonna take you away from your home here," Markus said as he adjusted Malcolm's tie. Turning to fully face her, he added, "If anything, at this point, Fox will want to reconnect as a friend. You don't have to go back to Corneria, and no one is gonna make you. Ten to one, Fox has another girl, and the fallout on Corneria will have blown over by now. And I know Vitani doesn't like Kylie's fan club; she's very much in love with Kylie, and I think they're considering becoming mates."
"Admiral Thrawn! This will be a good opportunity to get in a good word with the Imperial Alliance!" Kira said. "We spoke about this last week, Kanan."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yes," Thrawn and Blythe responded in unison.
"I heard there's another Tiger here on Dragon'taan - guy by the name of Tokarev?" Blythe said.
"It was my understanding there were two on Dragon'taan and New Cerinia - Lord-Admiral Tokarev, and Quartermaster Tigress Arcnon," Thrawn corrected Blythe.
*** Ruusan ***
Before Bahkriid could answer, another ship - a modified Z-95 - flew overhead and landed not far from the Mandalorians. Hopping out of the Cockpit was a human with brown hair, blue eyes, and a clear complexion putting him in his late twenties. Clipped to his belt were two Lightsabers.
Bahkriid didn't wait, heading for the meeting.
The Mandalorian with the helmet spoke to the Jedi that just landed. "Are you the Jedi we were told to meet here?"
"I'm gonna assume you are the Mandalorian crew I was told to meet," the Jedi said. "I'm Jaden Korr."
The Mandalorian nodded. "Akarkek," he introduced himself. "This is my second, Torian Cadera."
"You lot aren't the only ones," Bahkriid spoke, arriving on the scene. "I'm Darth Bahkriid, Sith Apprentice to Darth Alduah. Have any of you seen him?"
"You mean you haven't?" Akarkek asked. "I would assume, being his apprentice, you'd be with him."
"I was bid to come here by him; we were investigating a connection between the Valley of the Jedi and the Sith Covenant, but we don't yet know what. But Alduah wasn't here when I arrived," Bahkriid said.
"You're awfully candid, for a Sith," Jaden commented.
"Contrary to popular belief, not all Sith are murderous psychopaths," Bahkriid responded.
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"What's the Horde's interest in this?" Ketorr asked.
"Wish I knew," spoke a hulking Orc from nearby. "I was hoping to not have to come back to Stormwind, after what happened on my last visit."
"Well, at least now you know not to try and go drink for drink with a Pandaren, Commander Ulfgar," Ketorr chuckled.
"I can still drink you under the table, Commander Reznov," Ulfgar shot back. He nodded to Kia. "Milady," he greeted her.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Wasn't me." Both Kelsey and Tigress said at the same time.
"As for provisions..." One of the spartans Tigress brought alone said opening a compartment in one of the Razorbacks, showing a whole load of survival rations "They may not taste the best ,but they will hold us over."
*** Fury-class Interceptor ***
"So what now?" Nari asked.
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
"Pretty sure, I'm way ahead of you on that, they're standing by for our signal." Cobalt replied turning to Fox "are you sure your willing to take the Journey so soon?" She asked.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Expect the unexpected.." Krystal replied. "considering??" The Blue Vixen asked "Markus, they are mates."
"Who?" Kanan asked, confused.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The droid's lights blinked for a bit, as it processed the 'query' from Blythe.
"I believe, Tokarev is at Indari manor preparing for the festival, but The Quarter master was last seen on Reach In UNSC territory., she hasn't reported in since." the droid reported.
*** Ruusan ***
as the headhunter flew over Asara held a device up "Lone wanderer." She muttered, before running to catch up with Spyra and Bahkriid
Spyra stepped up beside the Pandaren Sith, "What brings you three here?" She asked calmly.
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
Kia let out a soft growl "Hello, I apologize, i'm not use ot seeing an Orc without it trying to rip off the fur from my hide, at least you didn't try to outdrink a dwarf.." She said looking back at the manifest "The alliance thought it be best to continue working with the Horde to ease relations between the two factions after the incident with the Burning legion and all that has happened the Alliance thought that the Horde would be a great ally against any more threats to Azeroth or other worlds." Kia explained "not my Initial recommendation considering the past, but as the leadership said "We need to look past our diffrences for the best of Azeroth, and not let infighting get in the way of what is truley needed."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
The net-effect Weaver's morale would be mixed, with what he first interpreted as being yelled at, then came the pep-talk, though at that point he had grown silent, and simply nodded more in fear than in agreement. He silently cursed himself for ever saying anything. Everyone else knew what they were doing, they could do all the talking and planning. Weaver just needed to keep his head down and do what he was told.
He responded to the female Spartan, "Shield...? My current suit has one. It's fine." His attention shifted towards his Rifter. It had gotten him out (and into) trouble before. It was his biggest and best panic button he had, and probably the only thing he could really contribute to the team. The nomads who gave it to him said he'd gain mastery over it with time. Hopefully that time was now.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray hopped out from the back of the Razorback, slinging the SMG in his tactical webbing. He glanced at Alduah before studying the wrecks as the sunlight grew. Ray looked annoyed, he’d hoped the Sith would’ve died in the blast. Ah well, time for that later. The agent’s ears perked up at the mention of a military vessel.
“Assuming it has no automated defenses, be a good thing to uh…pick over. Flood aren’t known for their lack of numbers. Does the UNSC still deploy flame units? Or did we discover flamethrowers to be cruel and unusual.”
When Tigress’s Spartan revealed the MREs, Ray moved to peer at them, woefully short against the Spartan.
“Forget you, Tin-man. MREs are the best. Better than some things I’ve eaten anyway. We should get a camp going. Now that “El Beasto” got atomized, we should be alright to sit about, eh? I’m gassed. But,” he fished an MRE from the storage, eyed it and sighed. “Y’all weren’t ripped from your own reality. Here I was, all prepped for a twenty minute adventure ending in neutralizing an anomaly or my own unfortunate death. Instead, I get pulled into fantasy land.” He laughed again and sat against the Razorback’s wheel, fighting with the MRE’s wrapper. “What a day.”
*Archives, Dromund Kaas*
The two Mongdrigans entered the archives quietly, staying close to one another. Tylus would leaf through loose information as she sought the archivist. Eventually she’d reach him, but as she was unsure of what the archivist looked like, merely asked him.
“Have you seen any information on an Emperor V…Val…korion? I need it, Commander Kaas’ orders, from Lord Malgus.”
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
" I mostly just listened to gossip as I traveled, eventually I heard of a camp here being run you guys and decided to check it out, glad I did."
*** Fury-class Interceptor ***
Spade followed Vette to the med-bay grabbing some water on the way there.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"The beast has been atomized, yes," Alduah said. He cast a glance to the barely-visible Forerunner structure in the distance. "But I sense a worse adversary lay in wait."
"You mean the Flood," Zuka commented.
Alduah shook his head. "As I said before, these Flood were... different. Smarter. While I sensed that these Flood had gotten to the UNSC personnel I was with, I did not actually see most of them die. It is entirely possible that the Flood did... their thing, with them, but what gets me was there was a complete lack of Infection forms. Yet the few UNSC personnel I did see die got turned into them."
"How resilient were these Flood?" Zuka asked.
"If it's the combat forms you mean, they were somewhat more sturdy than the original Flood, but they had an added benefit of some sort of energy shield I haven't seen before," Alduah answered. He looked to the others. "I'd strongly advise you all to be on the lookout for any kind of Disruptor weaponry - those might provide an extra edge. One of the UNSC boys had a Mandalorian Ripper - tore right through a combat form's shield like it wasn't even there."
"Any idea where to find more disruptors?" Zuka queried.
"Well, if that crashed Phoenix is the one I think it is, there's a crashed military transport a klick east of that; was carrying military supplies. I can't say if there are any others inside, but it was that transport that the UNSC boy picked up his disruptor. Beyond that, you'll need to look for any crashed ship from a culture that uses disruptors as personal weapons; Mandalorian, Sith, mercenary, Klingon, Romulan, Breen, all would be good candidates," Alduah explained.
The male Spartan tapped Weaver's arm. "You might not need a Disruptor," he told him. Indicating the SAW, he added, "I've seen a good, sustained burst from one of those put a Sangheili down, shield and all."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"More than a camp," Pierce said as he and Magnus would step onto the durasteel streets of Kaas City. Stretching out before them was a city in the midst of reconstructing. "I was amazed at how good a condition Kaas City was in when we got here," he continued. "Half-expected to need to level most of the buildings here. But she held, through centuries of storm, rain, lightning and wind." He indicated the massive citadel structure in the distance. "That Citadel was the most intact. Like it never was touched. Emperor's archives are in there."
The archivist - a rather young Nautolan with dark grey skin - bowed. He had an identification tag labeling him as Korban. "Of course, I just got done organizing his records. Fascinating reading. What information do you seek of Emperor Valkorion?"
*** Fury-class Interceptor, approaching Dromund Kaas ***
While the med droid would go about tending to Spade's injury, Wrath faced Nari. "Now, my crew and I head for Kaas City, on Dromund Kaas. Once we touch down, you will be free to go where you choose; I suspect you have other matters to attend," he told Nari.
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
"Damn right," Fara answered. "Foxie here needs to get off Corneria, which I keep telling him."
"We'll still need to gather the others," Fox said as they entered the city limits.
"Yeah, and let's not leave Slippy behind, this time," Fara said, poking Fox's side.
"I told you, that wasn't my fault!" Fox protested.
K'Tath leaned to Cobalt. "They bicker like a married couple," he whispered to her.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Kanan, seriously, come on, I'll explain in the car," Kira said, trying to tug on Kanan's arm to drag him along.
"Even so," Markus said, "It's time to let the past between you stay in the past. We've all gone through a lot in the last several years."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"That's odd," Thrawn commented. "Maybe we need to have a word with the High General about this.
"Ten to one, he knows about the disruption in communication with Tigress," Blythe said.
*** Ruusan ***
"I was about to ask you the same thing," Jaden responded to Spyra.
"We were messaged by an anonymous tipster to meet here, citing a major galactic threat was here," Akarkek said.
"So far as we can tell, we're the only ones here," Torian added.
"Then why is the Force stirring so much here?" Bahkriid asked.
"I sense it too - Master Katarn mentioned getting constant messages from an anonymous source saying the Valley was in danger, but he was preoccupied," Jaden stated.
"Maybe we should pay the actual valley of the Jedi a visit?" Bahkriid suggested. "We might find more answers there."
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"Doesn't help that Sylvanas keeps throwing a wrench into the works," Ulfgar sighed.
"Indeed, but let's focus on the matter at hand; where did that artifact come from?" Ketorr asked.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Is there anything I can do to help?" Jade suddenly said.
*** Fury-class Interceptor ***
After getting patched up by the med droid she walked back to everyone and began to speak, "Your med droi-" when her eyes rolled back into her head as she crumpled to the floor, unconscious. Her cards began to glow just like last time.
"What the?!" Cole shocked said.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
At the exact same time Spade fell unconscious Magnus suddenly clutched his head and stumbled. "Urrgh, what was that?" He muttered after regaining his composure.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Were there any flood spores?" Tigress asked, as she helped to prep to move into their next destination, "Many of the ships here still have their power systems intact..."She noted, Turning to Alduah again "What color where their shields if I may ask?" The large white tiger asked turning to Zuka. "covenant weapons work fairly well against shields, if we can find another UNSC Ship if it's new enough could possibly carry covenant style energy weapons in the armory."
*** Fury-class Interceptor, approaching Dromund Kaas ***
"I really wish she would stop doing that." Nari sighed seeing spade fall to the ground again. She turned to wrath "You act like I couldn't leave myself at any time..."
*** Sith Temple, Corneria City Outskirts ***
"Sound like someon you know?" Cobalt quietly giggled.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Well he can come here and talk then, Markus. I've got things to do here on Dragon'taan." Krystal replied.
"What I just got here a few months ago, give me time to catch up on this new life!" Kanan said yelping as he was pulled along by Kira.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Shall I show you the way?" the droid asked.
*** Ruusan ***
"We're both here to study the energy you know as the force and my friend here has a specific talent she wanted to try..." Spyra explained.
"it was the least violatle location we were able to find." Asara pointed out "present company exluded. Though something does feel just a tad off here, now anyway, i can't quite figure out what though."
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"Looks like somewhere from the broken Isles, some dwarf expedition Found it and was sending it to Ironforge...." Kia explained. "Guess the NAga beat them to it."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"I don't think 'cruel and unusual' apply to zombies," Weaver remarked in response to Ray. "There's an issue though. Fire doesn't kill that quickly, and if they don't feel pain, then we're just turning normal Flood clawing at us into flaming Flood clawing at us, which is worse."
"That's good to know," Weaver replied to the male Spartan. "I just need to actually hit the target. I'm not familiar with this gun... or many other guns really."
The spores were of some concern, if that was indeed the case, but Weaver's shields both served as standard protection and as hazardous environment protection. Most planets are inhospitable to life; the shield made sure he didn't die because the atmosphere had a slightly different blend of gasses than at home. Or if it rained lava. The shields were "double-layered" as well, meaning if one shield went down, the other would hold firm.
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*Unknown Planet*Ray shrugged, grunting as the MRE’s wrapper gave way. “Hm. Most things fear fire though, yeah? Might not hurt, but it’ll keep them at bay. Or…should, anyway. I dunno, maybe you’re right.” He tipped the MRE back, scarfing down the contents quickly. Ray crumpled the wrapper and tossed it aside, standing up with a groan. “I’ll need one of those shield things. I dunno what year it is here, but it’s only 2019 where I’m from. Energy shielding is uh…a reserved technology. I think some of the MTFs use ‘em.” Ray tossed the SMG into the back of the Razorback, following Tigress’s lead. “No rest for the wicked, huh?”
*Dromund Kaas*
Tylus nodded, putting her pen to her notepad. “All of it. I surmise Lord Malgus is searching for something. Valkorion’s kin, if I had to wager.” She smiled a bit. “A stranger entered the camp today. I’d stake my notebook that’s why I was sent here.”
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"That reminds me;" Jade turned to Zuka "I might have miscalculated the actual time I've been on this planet due to... multiple factors, so knowing the date would be helpful." In the brief pause anyone who were to pay attention would have noticed a haunted look in her eyes.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Zuka frowned at Jade. "I hardly thing that matters, but since you asked, the date is July 31st, 2587." He then looked to Weaver and Ray "The UNSC does indeed still deploy Flame Units. It's another weapon to look out for. But let's get set up in that Phoenix Support ship first." He hopped back into one of the Razorbacks, and waited for the drive to the UNSC Phoenix that became clearer as the daylight got brighter with the passing of the Solar Eclipse.
En route, Alduah would speak in Tigress' ear: "To answer your question, the shields on the Flood were a sickly green color when they were hit. But as I mentioned, Disruptors ignored them; Covenant weapons were effective against the shields, but less so on the Combat Forms themselves."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Valkorion's kin?" Korban responded. "Not much is known about them. I'll bring what we have." The archivist departed for one of the shelves, then returned with several documents and papers. Contained within was a wealth of information on Valkorion, his past names, deeds, rituals he had concocted, but most importantly, the names of his kin. He had a Wife, Senya Tyrall, and three children - the twin brothers, Arcann and Thexan, and the troubled daughter, Vaylin. Of all Valkorion's children, only Arcann still lived, and currently served as an advisor to the Supreme Commander of the Eternal Alliance. There were no records at all of any children that may have been born from Arcann, or indeed that he even had any spouses at all.
In Kaaas City, Pierce looked on Magnus with concern. "I was about to ask you that," he told him. "Crazy thing is, I've seen that kind of thing before - on Sith and Force-Users that sensed a tremendous disturbance in the Force."
*** Terra ***
Richard grumbled with impatience. "When we land? M16 eager to pop Enclave heads!"
*** Fury-class Interceptor, approaching Dromund Kaas ***
"Dammit, not again," Wrath groaned as he went to Spade's side.
*** Warship Raptor, Corneria Orbit ***
Fox and Fara made a quick stop at their house to pick up Slippy, having sent word to him in advance, then they headed to the hospital, where they picked up Falco, fresh off the ward. Then K'Tath ordered his orbiting ship to beam them all up. The lot would soon find themselves on the bridge of the Raptor. "Alright, let's get us on-course for Dragon'taan and hope we're not too late for the festivities."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Markus approached Krystal from behind and wrapped his arms around her waist, resting his chin on the top of her head. "Honey," he told her, "The Festival is a chance for all of us to unwind from recent events. Sure, we have parts to play in some of it, but not all. You can't keep the weight of the 'verses on your shoulders all the time, any more than I can. So try and have fun during the festival, okay?"
Kira went to her jeep and got in the driver's side and waited for Kanan to get in before bringing the engine online.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"That will not be necessary," Thrawn said. "I have a meeting with one of the Indari family's kin."
"This Tigress person," Blythe said, "Where does she typically work?"
*** Ruusan ***
"We'd better pay the Valley of the Jedi A visit," Jaden suggested, "Make sure no one's infiltrated it."
"I can agree to that," Akarkek said.
"And it may give us some insight as to what exactly the Sith Covenant want here," Bahkriid added.
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"Clearly," Ketorr said.
"But what was it? Some device? Ancient relic? What use could it be to the Naga and why would they risk such a smash-and-grab in broad daylight?" Ulfgar asked.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
The light returning to the sky as the solar eclipse passed was some relief. Even if that monster somehow survived the blast, it couldn't follow them. There was nothing to do now but wait until they reached their destination. Weaver really wished he had some headphones and music to listen to. Too bad all of that got smashed in the crash. More than that now that he stopped to think about it. A lot of it was important too. Still, better that than dead.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Hmm the energy levels of shields tend to note who typically uses them, though after the covenant war that became a little mixed as the UNSC worked with the Sangheili, usually sangheili shields are a teal blue color while UNSC shields are a golden color, but I've never heard of Green sheilds, unless" The tiger paused for a second "But why would they be here, blasted Roms." Tigress growled... but your mention of disruptors working on them, leads me to believe that would be the reason, how many of them had the sheilds?" She asked.
*** Terra ***
"With luck we should be able to turn them back with just this vertibird." Rika pointed out.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, approaching Dromund Kaas ***
"I wish she wouldn't do that." Nari sighed.
*** Warship Raptor, Corneria Orbit ***
"I'm fairly certain the festival doesn't start for a couple of days yet, preparations take awhile." Cobalt noted, turning to Fox. "I hope, for your sake Fox, Krystal doesn't hold any grudges, I never met her."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I meant the concert, hun..." Krystal sighed. "I'm just hopeing I can find the right words to speak with Fox, I get an odd feeling we're going to meet again, soon."
"Tell me why again you use a jeep and not something newer?" Kanan asked, once he got in to Kira's jeep.
Shiloh walked into her room again with another bowl of soup for Tyber, That jerk is lucky i can't use electric Judgement.." She grumbled.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Quatermaster Arcnon tends to work at her armory." The droid said bringing up a holographic map, highlighting the Armory, Though as i said she's not there so you'll probably only be able to talk to her staff that also work there."
*** Ruusan ***
"As far as i can tell only our ships arrived here." Spyra noted
"I didn't see any other ships arrive." Asara added. "Unless they were here before us." the Blue dragon continued.
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"Your guess is as good as mine." Kia replied "I look forward to working with you, Ulfgar, there's alot more that threaten AZeroth and other worlds that would take advantage of our division, between the Alliance and the horde, by the way i hope those supplies the alliance sent arrived safely, I had to push the alliance counsil hard to get those provided. They still aren't 100% for working with the Horde, but i have to keep brining up the burning legion and otherworldly threats the previous wars are still fresh in some of their minds.."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Ok great, I was only off by 2 years." she said relieved.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Magnus's eyes widened, "Th-The force!? But why would that happen to me?"
*** Fury-class Interceptor, approaching Dromund Kaas ***
"What do you mean again?! Is this a normal occurrence?!" Cole asked shocked.
Suddenly Spade's cards glowed a deep red as a deep gash appeared on Spade's uninjured arm before the glow in her cards returned to a blue color before fading completely at which point, she bolted upright looking around the room as if something were in the room with them...
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*Unknown Planet *
Ray pulled a thin rectangle from one of his rig’s pockets. The display lit up, a black stylized apple appeared briefly on the screen, before the front end menu loaded. “IPhone,” he said. “I’m guessing you’re past these, yeah?” He shrugged, checking the network; no reception. “Guess hoarding my music didn’t matter, seeing as I can’t get to it.” Even the clock showed it to be midnight. “Well,” the agent sighed. “Useless hunk of silicon now.” He pocketed the phone again. After a bit of quiet, aside from the Razorbacks’ engines, Ray called out.
“2587,” he laughed. “I’m surprised we made it that long! Though,” he took a breath, settling a bit. “My Earth is…was…whatever, it’s screwed. No more resources, war between the US and the Russians right around the corner. Hard to contain a contagious meat-fungus when millions are fighting over it.” He shook his head. “Nah, I dodged a bullet.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Tylus tapped her chin, pouring over the records. “Hm. Well, I’m sure Lord Malgus has his reasons. May have something to do with the stranger that showed up in the camp today. A child.”
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*** UNSC Phoenix, Unknown Planet ***
"Sounds like you'd be better off here than where you're from," The Male Spartan commented to Ray.
"Just out of curiosity," the female spartan stated as the lot arrived at the husk of the Phoenix, "What exactly are your skills and specialties?"
Zuka and Alduah stepped toward the Phoenix. "This is definitely the Phoenix I thought it was," Alduah commented. He pointed up to a gaping hole in the hull, some ways above them. "Orbital defenses caught the Phoenix with their shields down."
Zuka didn't respond, but spotted as way in and started for it, keeping his Storm Rifle ready to fire, just in case.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Kid, of all the Force-Users I ever met, all of them had one thing in common: The Force woke in them whether they wanted it to or not. And once it's there, there is no getting rid of it," Pierce told Magnus. "Guest Quarters aren't far from here. Soon as we get there, gonna contact Lord Wrath, let 'im know you came here looking for him."
"Or it could be an amazing coincidence," Korban commented to Tylus. "Even to Lord Malgus, a coincidence is rare, but not impossible."
*** Fury-class Interceptor, approaching Dromund Kaas ***
"Easy, Spade," Wrath cautioned Spade. It was then that he felt what Spade did. His hand drifted to one of his Lightsabers.
*** Terra ***
"Let us hope so," Richard commented. "Getting numb sitting in chair."
*** Warship Raptor, Corneria Orbit ***
"Well, I imagine we won't see Krystal right off the bat," Fox commented.
"And I promised Amanda I'd take her to dinner at Sol's Bar & Grille if I got there," Slippy said.
"Oh yeah - I forgot Amanda went there with her sister!" Fara added.
"I just hope Katt doesn't see me there..." Falco grumbled.
"GEMINI, plot a course for Dragon'taan, and avoid hitting any orbiting ships, this time," K'Tath commanded as he took the Commander's chair.
"Course plotted - exit will put us at the edge of the gravity well. I will guide us in from there," droned the GEMINI droid. Not long after, the Raptor and her attendant fleet went to Hyperspace, racing toward the Dragon-Shifter Home World...
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"One," Kira responded as she backed out of the driveway, "I like the Warthog. Two, I've made a bunch of mods to this jeep. Three, can it - I'm not getting rid of the Hog till something makes it completely unusable."
"I imagine your family will take care of that for you," Tyber commented. "And if they don't, your extended family will. And if they don't, my family certainly will."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"It'd still be interesting to see her workshop," Blythe said.
*** IKV Survivor, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
A N'kal-class Bird-of-Prey dropped out of Transwarp over Dragon'taan. The human sitting in the Captain's chair sat back and breathed a sigh of relief. "We made it," he said.
"I told you we would, Viktor," chimed the smiling lioness woman next to him.
"Kabitha, even you are not always right," Viktor commented.
"Kabby's right, Vik - you can be such a doomsayer, sometimes," came the Otter at the Helm.
"Bite me, Feretti," Viktor chuckled. "Let's get planetside and check in on Tyber."
*** Ruusan ***
"So let's. GO," Bahkriid growled, starting for the Valley. Akarkek looked to Asara and Spyra.
"Your friend is rather impatient," he commented.
"I'm surprised she's this cordial - and that she's not trying to get us to join her," Jaden said as he started after her.
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"Which direction did the Naga go once they got what they came for?" Ketorr asked.
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*** UNSC Phoenix, Unknown Planet ***
By the time Zuka was at the Pheonix Kelsey using her jet pack was already inside working on a way to let the others in. "Welp Powers still working.." The Mandalorian Fox said over the radio comms as she checked the ship for another way in.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, approaching Dromund Kaas ***
With the sudden movments, Nari jumped into defensive mode her field of anti force expaning a little before shriking back near her body. "DON"T DO THAT!!" SHe said Psionic sword in her hand inactive for the moment.
*** Terra ***
"Not my fault you didn't use the cushions." Rika growled back.
*** Warship Raptor, Corneria Orbit ***
"I had to work those dents out for weeks in zero-G." Cobalt grumbled.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You could get something... aww heck with it.." Kanan replied.
Shiloh's ears perked up and some hair stood on end on her head. "Speaking of that.." she began.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"If you don't mind,I can show you the way.." The droid offered Blythe.
*** Ruusan ***
"We just met." Asara and Spyra replied in unision unfolding their wings.
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"they vanished back into the sea heading towards the direction of Kalimdor."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Doctor and experimental scientist" Jade stated.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Well, anyways thank you."
*** Fury-class Interceptor, approaching Dromund Kaas ***
Just as soon as it manifested the presence seemed to disappear...
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*** UNSC Phoenix, Unknown Planet ***
"Profession?" Weaver started, "I know how to code stuff. Web developer," he smiled. "Puns are fun. Being a pun is even better. My laptop was probably completely dumpstered in the wreck though."
Weaver stared at the ruined ship as they rode up to it, "Geez that's huge! The thing looks like it was almost completely punched through too. How long are we planning on searching that ship?" He saw Kelsey jet up into the hole above the group. He was about to say something when he noticed Zuka heading for another way in.
"Hey, uh, how hard do you think it'll be to get around in there? I can easily climb and squeeze past stuff. Maybe spin a rope," he awkwardly paused. "Or maybe you guys are totally okay and just need me to wait outside."
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray stated up at the Phoenix’s hulking wreck, in awe of its sheer size. “Good Lord,” he muttered. “I don’t wanna cross whatever brought this thing down. As the group dismounted, the agent snatched his weapon, shouldering it but keeping the barrel low. He shuffled in behind Weaver, wishing he’d worn a helmet. “All the folks from your neck of the woods spider-people?”
*Dromund Kaas*
Tylus nodded. “Could be. Simple speculation on my part. Now, if the surviving son had no children, what about the others? Though passed, they may’ve sired offspring. I’ll look into that, perhaps something is missing.” She patted the young Nautolan’s shoulder, offering a sweet smile. “Thank you, Korban. I’ll deliver this information to Lord Malgus. If anything else emerges, send it to him.”
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*** UNSC Phoenix, Unknown Planet ***
Zuka paused at Weaver's comment. "UNSC ship interiors were designed to allow maximum space for the crew to get around in. You shouldn't have any difficulty getting about." He looked to the female Spartan. "Spartan Kaylee, take Weaver and Ray and head for the armory - see if anything is intact there," he then looked to one of the male Spartans. "Spartan Jace, take Darth Alduah, link up with Kelsey inside and secure the bridge; we'll make camp there and gather our provisions there," he finally looked to Tigress. "Tigress, you and I are gonna head for engineering, make sure this beast can work for us, and see what remains there."
As Alduah left with Jace, Kaylee walked up to Weaver and Ray. "Just stick close to me, you two," she told them. "Anything moves in there, don't be afraid to speak up."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Korban smiled back. "Always happy to help. But you should know neither Thexan nor Vaylin sired any offspring; Thexan was killed by Arcann, and Vaylin by the Outlander, both died before any offspring could be had. That much is on record. Thexan was quite young when he was killed, and Vaylin was focused too much on her conquest to consider having a child."
Pierce smiled. "You're quite welcome, lad." As they approached the Guest Wing, a pure white dragon emerged. Clearly male, the dragon approached Pierce and smiled.
"Another orphan, Lieutenant?" he asked.
"I wouldn't call him an orphan, Remy; lad came here looking for Lord Wrath," Pierce responded.
"That right?" Remy asked. He looked down at Magnus. "You're in luck; Wrath is on approach. But what's your business with him?"
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Dromund Kaas ***
"Spade, care to explain what that was all about?" Wrath asked Spade as the Fury dropped out of light speed over Dromund Kaas.
*** Terra ***
Richard didn't directly respond, but muttered something in his native Russian.
*** Warship Raptor, En Route to Dragon'taan ***
As the Raptor and her attendant fleet went to translight speed, K'Tath sat back but cast his glance at Falco. "Some reason you don't want Katt to see you at the festival?"
"It's a long story," He sighed.
"We've got a few hours before we hit orbit, so humor me," K'Tath shot back.
"How about no?" Falco sneered.
"Really, Falco, after what you've been through, I think you can use some female company," Fara told him. Falco's expression softened, and he sat down in a vacant chair and sighed.
"I know... but Katt? Seriously?" he queried.
"Hey, man - she's been the only gal that could keep up with you," Fox said.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"What?" Tyber asked. "What is it?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Of course - take point," Blythe affirmed.
The IKV Survivor landed in a specialized landing bay, and the team disembarked, consisting of a human Dragon-Shifter, a Lioness with long, brown hair, an Otter with her black hair kept in a bun on the back of her head, and a brown-scaled anthro-dragon.
"We meet up for the festival when it kicks off," Viktor said. "And try to stay out of trouble this time, Zeke."
"Don't worry," Feretti assured him. "He's got me to keep his big butt occupied."
And with that, the two couples headed off.
*** Ruusan ***
"That explains the hostility," Akarkek commented as he followed Bahkriid.
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"I have contacts in Kalimdor; if the Naga show up there, they can alert us," Ulfgar said.
"In the meantime, we all might want to head for Kalimdor just in the event that the Naga do pop up there," Ketorr suggested.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Weaver paused, thinking for a moment before responding to Ray, "I guess that depends? Exactly like me? No. I got, uh, well an accident happened, and well, y'know..." he paused again, then dodged the subject, "uh, anyway, there is a race of spaceborne spiders, but like, proper spiders. Not like me. The Skrii they call themselves. They evolved on a massive orbital lab that was abandoned by who-knows-what. So, spaceborne lab experiments. Naturally, they've formed a technocracy. Uh, none of that is important though, since they aren't from this dimension."
Weaver nodded to Kaylee, and began to follow, "Anything specific we're trying to find? Or just stuff in general? I can't carry too much more."
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*** UNSC Phoenix, Unknown Planet ***
"Fine ,but after that I'm heading to the armory." Tigress said. "Alduah said the flood he encountered had sheilds that were most effected by disruptors, I'll see if i can whip up a couple, hopefully this ship is new enough to have some of the covenant arsenal." The large Tiger finished.
Meanwhile Kelsey stepped onto the bridge, checking the room for any sign of life, there was no signs of life not even an AI various screens were damaged and some of the chairs were bent or at the least fallen over.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Dromund Kaas ***
"I'd too like to know what that was all about." Nari added
*** Terra ***
"What was that?" Rika asked as she spotted the enclave soldiers marching just over the horizon. "Won't matter anyway, we're just about to see our 'friends"
*** Warship Raptor, En Route to Dragon'taan ***
"Does it have anything to do with you being a bird and her cat? or did you have some other thing happen?" Cobalt asked.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"it's a light side force lightning, few Jedi have been known to use it, one being Luke skywalker himself." Shiloh explained.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The droid nodded and lead the way to Tigress' Armory, the a large lot to the side of the building held what looked to be many tanks and walkers, the main building inside was a hugewarehouse like building with , the entrance would lead to what looked like a clean office that took up about only a quater of the whole building the walls decorated in various mock ups of weapons, armor and pictures of vehicles all of which had name plates underneath to identify them , though this was just the entrance the rest of the building was a huge spacous interior subdivided into various sections for other purposes ,but for now all Blythe could see was the office room with a open doorway with large bold letters over the door saying EMPLOYEES ONLY at a sort of cashier desk or something stood a brownish colored Khajiit, Keri, Tigress second hand... cat girl.
Another droid would meet up with the human and lioness just as they and the crew would split up. "Welcome home Kabitha, Viktor, anything I can help you with?" the droid would ask. as another would tend to the otter and dragon...
** Ruusan ***
"Don't look at me.." Asara said, Spyra next to her took off into the air Asara would soon follow after giving Spyra some room to get ahead.
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"Sounds like a good idea, Ulfgar, have you ever flown before?" Kia asked as she leaned against something invisible, something hard and metallic.
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***Unknown Planet***
Jade decided to follow Weaver and Ray.
***Dromund Kaas***
"I wished to speak to him, he saved my Great-Grandfather back when he was my age and ever since my Great-Grandfather told me about him, I was determined to find him."
***Fury-class Interceptor, Dromund Kaas***
"I-it's a very long story, to summarize it; there is an entity trapped within my deck of cards, this entity wiped out my entire race hundreds of thousands of years ago, that is why there is no one else like me, back then magic existed although I speculate that it could have just been the force. In order to trap the entity in the deck of cards I had to play a game with it, I won and that is the reason it's trapped in my cards. There was a downside to this, a curse as you will; every time I die, I am reincarnated on a random planet without any memories as to how I got there, all that came with me were the possessions I had on me. This curse has weakened however and now the entity is almost free. If I die one more time it will be freed to wreak havoc. The times I blacked out was the results of my consciousness being transferred into the cards, the first time this happened the entity revealed this information to me. That is the extent of my knowledge."
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray kept his weapon close, scanning the ship’s interior as they moved towards the armory. “Technocratic space-spiders, eh?” He shook his head, speaking quietly. “Wild.” He glanced at Weaver before returning to his sweeping. “I get ya, though. Not wanting to divulge that much info. Secrets are nice, bein’ an Agent’s taught me as much.” He trained his gun on a vent up near the ceiling as the wrecked hulk groaned.
*Dromund Kaas*
“So none of his lineage has had children, so we believe. I’ll relay that to Lord Malgus. Many thanks, Korban.” Tylus turned and headed for the camp, hoping Malgus was still there.
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*** UNSC Phoenix, Unknown World ***
"Well, if Tigress is going to whip us up some Disruptors, I imagine we need to find some weapons compatible for such a thing," Kaylee said as they stepped into the ship. Kaylee would lead them as they wound their way through the corridors of the ship, heading for - she hoped - a more or less intact armory.
And intact it was. But there was one rack of weapons that stood out amongst all the rest; it was housed in a shelf that had it's own shield and a keypad. Contained on this rack was a VL-25 XT Plasma Rifle (https://swtorista.com/weapons/images/preview/vl-25-xt-plasma-core-rifle.jpg), a DLA-13 Heavy Blaster Rifle (https://swtorista.com/weapons/images/preview/dla-13-heavy-blaster-rifle.jpg), a Corellian K5 Blaster Carbine (https://swtorista.com/weapons/images/preview/corellian-k5-blaster-rifle.jpg), and a strange weapon (https://staticdelivery.nexusmods.com/mods/198/images/919-7-1474300179.jpg) that seemed out of place compared to the others. It's alien design and evident modifications made it stand out in a big way.
(OOC: That last image, the rifle on the right is the weapon referenced.)
But that alien weapon was something Kaylee recognized. She had a cousin who was an archaeologist who often spoke of it. "Charric," she whispered. She accessed her comms. "Spartan Kaylee to Commander Tigress... head for the armory as soon as you're done in engineering... you're gonna want to see this."
Zuka, who had just reached engineering, frowned. In his mind, he wondered what Kaylee had found. Alduah and Jace reached the bridge to see the complete mess. "What the hell happened here?" Jace asked.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"That kind of determination is a welcome trait here on Dromund Kaas," Remy said with a smile. He motioned his head and started for the nearby guest wing. "Come with me, I'll help you get settled in."
When Tylus would reach Malgus, he was already talking with a salmon-colored runner dragoness with blue-green stripes on her back and arms and a human. "... and they're all operational?" he asked them.
"All of them," the dragoness responded.
"Took us a while to hook up the SMACs to be accessible from the Golan platforms, but we pulled it off," the human added. Malgus would notice Tylus before speaking again to the couple.
"Good. Good work, Kurt and Ann. Take some time to rest up. I will contact you again in a few days," he told them. The both bowed.
"Bu your word, Lord Malgus," they both said before heading off. Malgus approached Tylus.
"I trust you have spoken to Korban?" he asked.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Dromund Kaas ***
"That's disturbing," Vette commented.
"What can we expect from this entity?" Wrath queried. "How does he intend to wreak havoc?"
*** Terra ***
"Good," Richard said. "I need target practice for Depleted Uranium rounds. There are many Enclave mudak, da?"
*** Warship Raptor, En Route to Dragon'taan ***
"On the contrary," Falco scoffed, "The fact that I'm a bird and she's a cat is exactly why Katt wants to get with me. I just..." He paused, sighed, then said, "My whole life, I never pictured myself as a man who would have a girlfriend or a wife. I always assumed I would die alone."
"Trust me, Falco," K'Tath told him, "You'd be surprised how much a good woman can keep you out of trouble and maybe even save your life."
"He's right, Falco. Just look at Fara and I. Would I have been able to keep Star Fox together after Krystal left if it weren't for Fara?" Fox added. "Katt may just be the kind of woman you need."
Falco sat back and heaved a deep, longing sigh. "Katt... how am I ever gonna explain this?"
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh," Tyber said as he laid his head back down on the pillow. "God, I hope mom and dad can be a part of the festival this year..."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Blythe looked around the foyer of the workshop, taking in everything he saw. He seemed not to notice Keri, as he looked over everything that covered the walls.
"We actually need to get to Indari Manor and check up on our son," Viktor told the droid.
*** Ruusan ***
As they entered the valley, the Force Users all felt a strong surge in the Force. "Tell me you all felt that," Bahkriid requested.
"Yeah, I felt it - I just have no idea what it is," Jaden answered.
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"Yes... and every time, I felt sick to my stomach," the Orc answered. He paused, then his face looked weary. "What are you suggesting...?"
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*** UNSC Phoenix, Unknown World ***
By the time Kaylee said anything Tigress was working on a nearby console "Systems seem fine reactor is a little banged up but intact..But hmm..." "Looks like the object that blew a hole in the hull wasn't something of this world but a Covenant ship, unknown origin though, but that gives me an idea..." Tigress said pausing to open comms with her spartans. The two wolf like spartans responding immidiately with a series of lights in responce. "That might settle our gun problem if we don't have enough..." Tigress finsihed. "So shall we power this thing up?" She asked "looks like it shut down due to an emergency... It should power right back up it all looks intact."
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Dromund Kaas ***
"More importantly how do we defeat such a creature if it get's loose?" Nari asked
*** Terra ***
"Then your gonna want to open fire soon, we're about to pass over them." Rika said pulling some switches and opening the bay doors revealing mounts for machine guns that would pop up Risa would man one gun pulling a Large Gatling laser from the top of the vertibird and mounting it on the turrent housing.
*** Warship Raptor, En Route to Dragon'taan ***
"You seem worried over nothing, Birdy." Cobalt noted.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I sense they are quiet nearby..." Shiloh noted.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Keri was busy with something, though her ears appeared to be tracking Bylth by his footsteps.
"Do you two need directions to the manor?" The droid asked Viktor and Kabitha
*** Ruusan ***
"What was that sudden surge?" Asara asked as she landed
Spyra landed near Asara and began "Asara here is able to emulate just about any form of energy and she's been studying the force recently..." The purple dragoness explained.
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
Kia rolled her eyes and knocked on the invisible object letting out a loud bang of metal almost like a gong. as her ship the Worgen's paw a modified YT-1300 freighter decloaked and the loading ramp lowered "I can keep low, if that helps any." She added. "Or you could just, keep your eyes on the hull."
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*** Fury-class Interceptor, Dromund Kaas ***
"Back when I first trapped it the entity could not be taken down by any means, anything we tried was either shrugged off or waved away or it simply went straight it. We only learned how to trap it with the help of a shaman. I speculate that that shaman was attuned with the force, although that is just a speculation. I suppose we could use a force user to immobilize the entity long enough for someone skilled at playing a game of cards to challenge it, as for killing it; I'm not sure if it is even possible. I do know how it would cause havoc, one thing about it that I know is that the more people it kills the more powerful it gets. If he was allowed to do what it wants it could quite literally wipe planets off the face of the universe. I believe the entity can use the force quite extensively."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Magnus smiled before following Remy.
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***Unknown Planet***
Weaver noticed Jade following the group, but decided not to comment. It probably made sense to group the three newbies together. Probably. He was way out of his depth on just about everything right now. He nervously nodded in agreement to Ray about the secrets thing.
"Huh, look at that rack of weapons over there. Why are they the only ones with a special lock?"
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray slipped into the armory, checking the hallway one last time before turning to the rows upon rows of firearms. He recognized some of them, through playing video games. He slung the SMG down to his hip and perused the shelves. Rifles, marksman and otherwise, caught his eye. Though he hesitated when he noticed their layout. Bullpups. Range and accuracy of a full-size rifle in a smaller package, though hard to maintain, and almost impossible to fire from the prone position. The machine guns looked promising, high capacity and fire rate. But the larger caliber rounds made it difficult to fire on the move. He sighed, resigning himself to the SMG on his hip.
Then he saw them.
Gleaming red tanks, beveled nozzles, and scorch-marked to Hell. Flame units. Ray had to choke back a gasp as he approached. He gingerly picked up the projector, inspecting it thoroughly, before checking the tank.
Topped up, ready to burn. Giddily, the raccoon slung the projector to his hip and rigged a few cans to his vest. The load was heavy, but Ray knew in his heart of hearts he’d be unmatched in clearing hallways and any nooks and crannies the Flood would try to hide.
*Dromund Kaas*
Tylus made her way into camp, beelining to Malgus’s side. Once he approached her, she would speak.
“M’lord. None of Wrath’s children had…well, children. So the boy is an enigma.” She bowed low, speaking towards Malgus’s boots. “My lord, I don’t mean to suggest failure on your part, but perhaps the archive is incomplete?”
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Go ahead and fire it up," Zuka said. He then accessed his comms while waiting on Tigress. "Spartan Kaylee, what did you find?"
"This is a weapon Tigress will want to see herself," Kaylee said. "Trust me, sir. She'll know what it is." She then looked to Weaver. "And to answer your question, this rack was not originally part of the armory. This ship picked it up from somewhere else." She then radioed the personnel on the Bridge. "Kaylee to any available bridge personnel; see if you can access the logs - look for anything that might say where the crew of this ship picked up exotic weapons."
Of course, the bridge logs were wiped clean - but sitting in the Captain's chair was a datapad with the ship captain's personal log:
"March 3rd, 2557, 2200 Hours: came across a scavenger ship, carrying weapons I've never seen before. Must have been important, they came in a rack sealed by an energy shield accessible through a keypad. Scavenger crew was nowhere to be found, logs indicated they picked it up from a derelict Covenant vessel, whose logs indicated they thought this a gift from the ancients. Not long after, the crew began suffering casualties from stealthed assailants. Captain vented the assassins into space, but the gun rack stayed put. Dropped a beacon to get picked up, but the captain evidently died of undetermined injuries. End log.
March 4th, 2557, 0930 Hours: I have no idea how we survived this event. Not long after we get that strange gun rack, we end up in battle with a Covenant vessel over an unknown world. While we were fighting, a cloaked orbital weapons platform hit the both of us, and we were pulled into the planet's gravity. The Phoenix survived the crash; can't say the same for the Covenant ship - they got hit harder than we did. Crashed over near a Forerunner facility in pieces. Strangely enough, there are numerous other ship hulks here, of a design I've not seen before. We're putting together an expedition to those ships to see if there are any survivors. I will record on this log what we find.
There were no further logs after the last entry.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"That just leaves us with the possibility that the boy's staggering power is just an amazing coincidence. It's not a failure on anyone's part," Malgus said. He looked toward the city. "I will speak to the boy after he's spoken to Lord Wrath. In the meantime, carry on, and try to familiarize yourselves with the systems our Dragon allies are bringing us."
Remy would lead Magnus to one particular room, which had a very large, very comfy bed, an entertainment stand, and the usual amenities of a small apartment. "Where exactly did you come here from, if you don't mind my asking?" the bulky white dragon asked. Remy adjusted his glasses as he said this.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Dromund Kaas ***
"You said this was a spirit entity, yes?" Wrath asked, his tone implying he had an idea.
*** Warship Raptor, En Route to Dragon'taan ***
"You'll figure it out, Falco - you always do," Fox said supportively.
"Cobalt, what's our ETA to Dragon'taan?" K'Tath asked.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'd better get dressed, then, shouldn't I?" Tyber asked.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Blythe just continued looking over everything, then looked to Keri. "Excuse me," he spoke, "I understand this is Quartermaster Arcnon's shop, and that she's currently away. Is there any ETA as to when she'll be back?" As he spoke, his hands would be at his sides, his broad shoulders moving his cloak aside to reveal two custom-built Darksabers clipped to his belt.
"Nah," Viktor said, "We've been there before." He and Kabitha both climbed in a speeder, and headed off to Indari Manor.
*** Ruusan ***
"I'm not sure," Bahkriid admitted, "But it seems to be emanating from deeper in the valley... possibly from the site of the Thought Bomb itself."
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
Ketorr and Ulfgar climbed into the craft, and Ulfgar immediately strapped himself in with a bag in his hands. "I hate flying..." he groaned.
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
Magnus's eyes lit up before he said "Wow, this is way better than any living arrangements I've had before!" He went over to the bed and sat down before responding to Remy; "Some desert planet that I can't quite recall the name of, it's been quite a few years since I last set foot there."
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Dromund Kaas ***
"Not quite, this entity can still interact with the world just as well as any of us, it would be more accurate to describe it as an incorporeal entity."
Cole spoke up with; "that's probably why none of your race's weapons were effective."
"Precisely." Said Spade matter-of-factly.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Tigress typed a couple of things into a nearby keypad, the reactor began to start up with a couple of sparks and hiccups due to it being shut down for some time and the little bits of damage to other parts of the ship, but other than that, the reactor powered up and was stable.. most of the ships systems aside from environmental, due to the hole and engines were fully functional.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Dromund Kaas ***
"What's your idea?" Nari asked looking at Wrath.
*** Warship Raptor, En Route to Dragon'taan ***
"Hold on some spatial anomolies are effecting our FTL.... hmm 5 minutes i think..." Cobalt replied "Why? You in a hurry?"
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Probably a good idea." Shiloh replied.
Meanwhile in the kitchen... "DRAKE DID YOU EAT MY APPLES AGAIN?" asked the voice of Amie as she scrounged through the fridge...
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Have a wonderful day, then you two" The guide droid told Kabby and Vicktor.
"What am I, her mother?" Keri asked. "I work for her, she doesn't give times of her arrival back here she's busy usually and understands that stuff can happen..."
*** Ruusan ***
"Energy here feels more...Pronounced." Asara noted.
"Does that mean anything I should be aware of?" Spyra asked
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"If it helps any Ulfgar, you can sit in the lounge area so you don't see the sky or anything, can't say much for the ride though," Kia offered as she powered up the ships main systems.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"That makes sense I guess," Weaver said in response to Kaylee. Given that she was radioing to various crewmembers, whatever those weapons were must have been pretty powerful. Too bad Weaver knew nothing about how to break into a shielded weapons rack.
The spider watched Ray eagerly equip the flame unit, "I guess you got that flamethrower you wanted. Pretty nice find. Just watch out for friendly fire okay?" What a terrible joke.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Indeed," Kaylee agreed, seeing Ray's newly-acquired flamethrower. "UNSC-issue Flamers are nasty in friendly fire incidents."
"You'd better get over to the armory and see what Kaylee wants; I've got things here," Zuka told Tigress.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Dromund Kaas ***
"You probably didn't know this, Spade, but what you describe qualifies as a Force Ghost. And the Force has ways of dealing with such creatures. We'll need to get to the Citadel, get to the archives, and find the Holocron of Darth Nox," Wrath explained. The Fury shuddered as it landed.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"I see," Remy said. "Never understood how people can live in such an environment. Were there any dangers on that world, beyond the desert?" It was then that Pierce came back into the room.
"Looks like you're in luck, Magnus; Wrath just landed," he spoke.
*** Warship Raptor, En Route to Dragon'taan ***
"Not particularly," K'Tath responded to Cobalt.
"So we have five minutes to get ready for the meeting with Krystal," Fox sighed.
Fara scoffed and said, "I've seen you get ready in two. You'll be fine."
"Well, I'm already ready as I'll ever be to face Katt, if she is there," Falco commented.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I told you, honey, I don't like those apples!" Drake called back from their room. "You sure one of the kids didn't get to them?"
The speeder Viktor and Kabitha were in arrived at Indari Manor, and the human dragon-shifter and the Liiraan Lioness both hopped out.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Blythe frowned. "Rude," he commented. "I was just asking, no need to snap at me."
*** Ruusan ***
"Yeah," Bahkriid replied to Spyra, "Means we all need to be careful. The Dark Side can have a very detrimental effect on even the strongest Force-Users, and in this environment, it can drive insane those not prepared."
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"Good idea," Ulfgar complimented, and immediately went into the Lounge and strapped in there.
"Can't say I blame him for not liking flying," Ketorr commented as he sat down in the copilot's chair.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"IF your sure you can handle things." Tigress replied walking out of engineering, she'd later find herself in the armory and picked up the weapon "Damn, I thought this was lost for good." The large female tiger said as she studied the odd weapon, "Nari would enjoy a weapon like this, if she still hunted Jedi, glad this is still in one piece, very few of these weapons are known to exist, nobody really knows who made them, but I can make an educated guess."
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Dromund Kaas ***
"If it's a force ghost, would it not effect me?" Nari asked "Considering my odd power."
*** Warship Raptor, En Route to Dragon'taan ***
"I suspect Krystal will be more prepared than you ,Fox." Cobalt noted "I haven't talked with her alot being with K'tath, but she's become quiet a leader to her people."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Well I guess it's too late now."
The outside of the manor was quiet, just as normal when no one was outside.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Sorry, you think i'm not worried about Tigress?" Keri replied with a Sigh..."Doesn't help not all of that mental reconditioning worked." she added with a longer sigh...
*** Ruusan ***
"Is this an unusual level of energy for this location Asara asked.
Spyra's eyes began to glow dimly, she turned away from everyone...
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"I've heard the story about the drunk gryphon thousands of times, you don't have to tell me." Kia replied "Besides flying is the fastest way. at least this ship is more reliable thand a gryphon or other flying mount.." What troubles me the most is those glyphs on the artifact,from the pictures..." she cut herself off as she put the ship into auto pilot, and stood up.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray’s ear twitched, and a smirk played across his face. He flared the igniter on the unit, lighting the armory in a dim orange glow.
“Of course,” Ray nodded, snuffing the igniter. “I’d no intentions of burning my only friends in this universe. Now that Sith, on the other paw…” He chuckled darkly.
*Dromund Kaas*
Tylus nodded. “I’m sure Captain Kaas is already attempting it. Though, he still believes Mongdrigan tech superior.” She offered a lame shrug. “He’s a relic of the old war, so I’m not surprised. I can try, but being so low on the totem pole…I don’t have a lot of pull.”
From a ramshackle depot, a new powered-infantry suit thudded outside. Equipped with a hydraulic claw and an alloy circular saw, the pilot guided the small mech towards the thick tree line. A high pitched drone filled the air, before the deafening whine of metal sundering wood. It carried on only for a few moments, before a horrendous clang cut it off. The saw, wedged deep into a trunk, had broken free of the armature, which leaked fluids of various colors.
Ickthis Kaas stood nearby, paws on his hips. Engineers chatted near him, trying to redesign the tool on the fly.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Let's try not to kill anyone okay?" Weaver said, referring to Ray's comment. "The last thing we need is in-fighting right now."
He tilted his head, looking at the strange gun Tigress had picked up, "Is... anyone going to say what that weapon is? What's so important about it? Is it just because they're rare?" Whatever it was, Tigress let slip that she seemed to be friends with someone else who hunted Jedi, and that this gun would've been good for it. Best to hope Ray didn't catch that. Weaver didn't like the idea of him trying to torch two people, or try breaking the gun. Not because of his own standpoints, but because of their situation.
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*** Fury-class Interceptor, Dromund Kaas ***
"Hmm... that begs the questions, how did it come to be as there were no force users back then to the extent of my knowledge and why is it hostile?"
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Magnus nods to Pierce before telling Remy "Only if you go far enough into the desert, which I never did. Although there were plenty of dangers within the town, especially for me as I was not well liked there. I was attacked by bullies and thugs often, although I came out with many wounds each time, the aggressors normally came out with worse injuries. If I want to, I can put up a hell of a fight."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"That, Weaver, is the last weapon of it's kind," Kaylee told Weaver. "That's Charric. It's an extraordinarily powerful Disruptor Rifle, thought forever lost in the times just prior to the Battle of Ruusan. It was speculated that those that created it had taken it, but no one had any proof of that. What I want to know, is how did it end up in UNSC Space?"
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"I could speak to the man, if you'll point me to him," Malgus offered. "Perhaps he'll listen to someone of a superior rank."
Pierce's eyebrows went up and his lips curled in approval. "That kind of resilience and tenacity is welcome here among the Sith," he told Magnus. "Between that and your apparent affinity with the Force, I imagine you'd make a powerful Sith Lord. Anyway, with Lord Wrath now planetside, you have two options - either I bring him here, or I take you to see him. Which do you prefer?"
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Landing Hangar 25, Dromund Kaas ***
"It may surprise you to know, Spade, that the Force existed well before the time of Force-Users," Wrath said, "But we can discuss that another time; we need to get to the Archives at the Citadel." He offered a hand to help Spade up as he started for the boarding ramp.
*** Warship Raptor, En Route to Dragon'taan ***
"I'm well aware of that," Fox stated.
"A leader?" Falco scoffed. "She's a war hero! Most decorated Cerinian to ever serve during the Marauder War, fought by the side of Kyle Indari himself!"
"Sounds like you've been keeping track of her," K'Tath commented.
Falco shrugged modestly. "I try." The Raptor dropped out of Hyperspace after that to the bustling traffic of Dragon'taan Orbit. K'Tath tapped in a command.
"Dragon'taan Traffic Control, this is the warship Raptor requesting clearance to beam a party down to the surface," he said in a hail to Orbital Command.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
There was a knock at the door, and Kyle was the first to answer. "Viktor, Kabby! Welcome back!" he greeted the human and lioness at the door. They hugged Kyle as they entered the manor.
"I hope our son wasn't too much trouble while we were gone," Kabby said apologetically.
"Not at all, but recently, he was very ill," Kyle told her.
Viktor frowned. "Ill? What happened?"
"Apparently, a kid named Kaleb intentionally made him sick," Markus responded as he was chewing on some jerky. "I called the kid's parents, but they're not home, so I left a message."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kira's warthog pulled up to the military enclave, and she immediately got out. "On your best behavior, Kanan," she warned her mate. "This is Grand Admiral Thrawn we'll be speaking to. Remember what I said on the way here."
Just a small distance ahead, the blue-skinned, red-eyed humanoid stood admiring the architecture of the Military Enclave. In a way, it reminded him of Coruscant.
"Well, at least you have the sense to apologize," Blythe commented. He offered a hand as a way of introducing himself. "Raymond Blythe, though my friends used to call me Raymus."
*** Ruusan ***
"I can see that," Bahkriid commented. It was Jaden who noticed Spyra's behavior.
"Are you alright?" he asked her.
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"You're thinking of someone else, hon," Ketorr said to his wife. He hitched a thumb to indicate Ulfgar. "Last time he flew in an aircraft, it crashed. Messy incident, and he was the only one to survive."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"i ordered it to Dragon'taan so I could study it, i had feared it'd never be found again." Tigress begain "I also have a slight idea who made it ,but i'm not 100% certain" the large Tiger lady finished.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Landing Hangar 25, Dromund Kaas ***
"Anything I should know before I disembark?" Nari asked as she headed towards the boarding ramp.
*** Warship Raptor, En Route to Dragon'taan ***
"I was attempting to not make Fox anymore nervous than he already was, birdbrain.." Cobalt sighed, placing her palm into her face. "So much for being subtle..."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Shiloh's ears perked "I think your folks are here."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"That last guy to me was a nobody, hun, Thrawn however i've heard about, and possibly worked along side him in the past." Kanan replied, as he got out of the jeep.
"By chance does anyone just call you Ray?" Keri asked...
*** Ruusan ***
"Oh, she's fine that's what she does when-" Asara begun but was cut off
Spyra let out a sneeze spraying a small bit of fire out of her nose as she did.
"She Sneezes." Asara finished.
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"Last i recall I'm a druid not a telepath..." Kia said back to Ketorr. "Besides i haven't crashed this thing since AHH!" Kia said then laughed....obviously making a joke.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Ah. I guess in a twisted sort of a way, it's a bit lucky that you all came here," Weaver said. "Does it still work? We're going to have plenty of things to shoot soon."
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray’s brow furrowed. “If it’s just for study, like she said,” he gestured at Tigress. “I doubt we’ll have a lot of ammo for it. If we’re banking on that thing, we’ll need to get more.” He slung the flamethrower as best he could, and began grabbing grenades.
*Dromund Kaas*
Tylus shrugged. “I can’t say. Kaas is a bit reserved. He’s just over there,” she gestured over the training yard. “Looks like a new power suit test.”
Ickthis turned to the engineers, gesturing towards the suit. The pilot had walked it a few yards away before the machine locked up, and began extricating himself from the suit. Both the engineers and Commander Kaas started towards the crippled machine.
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Good to know I'll be welcome, I'd rather go to him if that's alright with you."
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Landing Hangar 25, Dromund Kaas ***
Spade accepts the hand before disembarking the ship.
Cole also follows behind the group not knowing how he can help, if at all.
*** Unknown Planet ***
"Any medical supplies? Most of mine have either been destroyed or lost somewhere, so I'll need more if I'm to be any help." Jade said out of the blue.
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----Right outside Dragon'taan's orbit ----
Coming out of slipspace an arwing radios out "This is Zack McCloud, requesting permission to land, how copy?"
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"We'll need to raid the medical bay, then," Kaylee responded to Jade. "Come on, Jade - I'll help you." As Kayle started for the armory door, Zuka walked through it with Jace right behind him.
"Reactor's good, we should be able to use this husk as a base until we head for that Forerunner facility," he said. He stopped when he saw Tigress holding Charric. "I... thought that had been lost to the stars."
Jace looked to Weaver and Ray. "I see someone found a new toy," he commented in reference to Ray's new Flamethrower. "Good. We're gonna need it."
"Alduah to team," came Alduah's voice over the radio, "We have a problem. Can't make them out from here, but we've got unidentified personnel approaching the ship. Can't sense their intent, might be hostile."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Alright, then - follow me," Pierce said, as he started for the door and headed for the spaceport attached to Kaas City.
Malgus approached the power suit, and stood observing the suit and Commander Kaas. "Having trouble, Commander?" he asked.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Landing Hangar 25, Dromund Kaas ***
It was as Wrath approached the boarding ramp that he paused, feeling a subtle disturbance in the Force. It felt... somehow familiar, in a way he couldn't say. Like an old friend, or distant relative. Whatever it was, it was here on Dromund Kaas, waiting for him... or coming to him. "Someone approaches," he whispered.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Copy, Raptor, you are green and clear. Welcome home, Commander Indari. You're just in time for the festival. Beam down when ready," came the response. K'Tath nodded.
"Gemini, you can initiate the site-to-site transport when ready. Cobalt, Fox and team... let's try and enjoy ourselves," K'Tath said. When the transport initiated, they were all deposited just shy of the gate before Indari Manor. K'Tath pressed the button at the gate. "Cousin, you still in there? It's K'Tath."
There was a pause before the response came: "Roger that, K'Tath, come on in." The gates slowly swung open, and K'Tath marched through, followed by Fox and Fara, then Falco and Slippy.
"No," Blythe responded to Keri, "At least no one in recent memory."
Kira approached the blue skinned humanoid, and stopped. "Admiral Thrawn... I had heard you were here representing the Imperial Alliance. Was Lord Vader not available?"
Thrawn turned to face Kira and Kanan. "Kira Indari... I had hoped I'd get to meet you. And no, Lord Vader was not available; he had other matters to see to." He shifted his gaze to Kanan. "Kanan... been a long time. I didn't think I'd bump into you here."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Zack would see in orbit of Dragon'taan a bustling mass of traffic, ships of all shapes and sizes moving about, here for the festival. Zack's Arwing would receive a transmission from the orbiting station: "Copy, Zack McCloud, you are cleared to land in bay twelve; transmitting approach vector now. Welcome to Dragon'taan." It was after this transmission cut off that yet another group of ships would add itself to the growing traffic - a Negh'Tev Battlecruiser (https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/sto_gamepedia/images/0/03/Negh%27tev_Heavy_Battlecruiser.PNG/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/1000?cb=20150502225952) and a pair of Puyjaq Raptors (https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/sto_gamepedia/images/2/23/Klingon_Raptor_%28Puyjaq%29.jpg/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/815?cb=20120215055821). Sensors would indicate the Negh'Tev ship communicated with the orbiting station, then settled into a standard orbit with its escorts. Not long after, a Valdore Heavy Warbird (https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/sto_gamepedia/images/4/4b/Ship_Variant_-_ROM_-_Valdore_Heavy_Warbird_%28T3%29.png/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/874?cb=20180815103134) dropped out of warp well above Zack's Arwing, heading for the planet.
*** Ruusan ***
"Bless you," Akarkek told Spyra.
"So why is the Force so active here?" Jaden asked.
"I intent to find out," Bahkriid said, heading toward an old, abandoned excavation site.
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"That's not funny!" Ulfgar called out from the lounge.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"I thought it was lost too." Tigress replied to Zuka, her two spartans coming back into the ship from a voyage to a nearby crashed covenant ship they brought back with them crates of covenant weapons plasma rifles and pistols mostly with a few beam rifles, Tigress walked over to the crates to inspect them "Hmm these will work fine but we'll still be a bit limited." she muttered as Alduah's message reached her. "Never a time for rest." She grumbled a large gun materializing in her hand she cocked the bolt back. "Fine.." she growled. "You two get those beam rifles you brought! she said to her Spartans.
*** Fury-class Interceptor, Landing Hangar 25, Dromund Kaas ***
"You mean them?" Nari pointed out the people coming near.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Indari manor grounds ***
"Not as subtle as last time." Cobalt pointed out, tapping fox on the shoulder and pointing to Krystal who was slowly walking towards Fox.
"Why you slimy, no good swindler." Krystal began grumbling. "You got a lot of guts coming here, after what you pulled." She said standing in front of Fox with a straight face.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Mind if I call you that?" Keri asked Blythe.
"Well those Hutts sure didn't make that easy." Kanan responded to Thrawn "Good to see we both made it out of their slimy grasp."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
A huge Klingon Carrier (https://external-content.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgamepedia.cursecdn.com%2Fsto_gamepedia%2F9%2F9f%2FVoQuv_Carrier_Flying.jpg&f=1&nofb=1) would also be flying abov Zacks head as part of the traffic, sensors would mark it as th Ly'ions Den, it would be flanked on both sides by two Brotlh birds of prey (https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/sto_gamepedia/images/2/22/B%27Rothl_Bird-of-Prey.png/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/533?cb=20180912114637).
When Zack landed he would spot a familiar blue vixen, most would mistake her for Krystal,even some of the people walking about mistook her for Krystal, but upon closer inspection her blue eyes would give away that she only looked like the Famous Vixen.
*** Ruusan **
"Thanks" Spyra sniffled.
"The database marked this as one of the calmest locations strong in the force, guess that's no longer true." Asara mentioned, whatching the pandarian walk off. "Should we follow?"
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"Did you not close the door?" Kia asked as she continued to fly to Kalimdor, not sure why Ulfgar heard her.
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----Dragon'taan----
Zack watched as the ships closed in as he proceeded landing in Bay 12, as he closed in for re-entrey he thought "so this is Dragon'taan... I wonder if I'll run into Kyle."
As soon as he touched down Zack notice a blue vixen at first glance would appear to look similar to his mother, but notice she looked a bit younger.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Oh, yeah I guess ammo would be an issue," Weaver replied to Ray, "unless the mag was endless, or er... didn't need ammunition."
"How many people are trapped on this planet?" he said scratching his head upon hearing Alduah's alert. "I guess if Jade managed to survive here for so long, then it'd make sense that others would be around too."
-
*Unknown Planet*
“‘Bout to be a few less,” the agent grunted as he checked his equipment one more time. “I’d wager, assuming that the weapon used on this ship isn’t solitary, that there’s quite a few downed vessels, with crew to match. Though, how many survived is variable.” He glanced at Weaver, then Tigress and the Spartans.
“Assume they’re hostile, but return fire only. If they’ve come to parlay, let ‘em talk. I’d have the Spartans and her,” he motioned at Tigress. “Be our envoys. Let the rest of us stay in the wreck. I’m guessing y’all have shield-units. They’d buy you enough time to grease ‘em should things go sideways.”
He shrugged. “But that’s just me. Ain’t my rodeo. At least, not to shot-call in.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Commander Kaas turned and gave Malgus a defeated salute. “M’lord.” He turned back to the suit, paw on his chin.
“Yeah, there’s a design flaw. The trees weigh too much, they’re pinchin’ the blade hard enough to spin the mounts t’death.”
One of the engineers spoke up. “What about pairing? Get another suit for holding lumber?”
Kaas sighed. “Discuss amongst yourselves a moment.” Turning to Malgus, Kaas smiled.
“So what do I owe the pleasure of this visit, m’lord?”
-
*** Unknown Planet ***
"Wouldn't surprise me," Jace commented as he readied his weapon.
As the unidentified personnel approached the ship, it became apparent these were androids, which would explain why Alduah couldn't sense their intent. They were all armored in what appeared to be light armor cobbled together from various pieces of scrap, and armed with strange, boxy-looking laser rifles colored in red and white. Zuka was the first to approach them.
"Identify yourselves," he commanded.
"We are Androids from Terra," one of the androids said, his voice clearly modulated and artificial. "We don't exactly have names; we were part of a shipment from the Commonwealth to a world called New Romulus, but our handlers activated us saying they needed our help surviving on this world, said that something in orbit shot them down and we crashed here."
"Where are your 'handlers'?" Zuka asked.
"Unknown," the speaking android responded. "They instructed us to gather as much material as we could and departed for that structure," the android pointed to the Forerunner structure, "... and we have not seen them since then. We had assumed we were the only ones here. Logs from every ship we came across indicate the crews all went to that structure and never are heard from again."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"First of all, Commander, what exactly are you trying to accomplish here? Beyond get the power suits working again. I get the impression you are cutting down trees, but for what purpose? Clearing space?" Malgus began.
Wrath emerged from the spaceport, and started heading toward the Mongdrigan encampment.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I don't exactly mind, no," Blythe responded.
A greeter droid approached Zack. "Greetings!" it greeted him, "Welcome to Dragon'taan, good sir! You are just in time for the Marauder Festival!"
"Indeed," Thrawn chuckled. "I've avoided dealing with them alone since."
"Do you two know each other?" Kira asked.
Thrawn frowned. "He didn't tell you?" He looked to Kanan. "You didn't tell her?"
"Didn't tell me what, Kanan?" Kira growled, looking amused and irritated at the same time.
Not far from Zack, there was a delighted squeal from two women - a grey fox wearing a green uniform, and a black dragoness with silver hair wearing what looked like merc attire. "Jackie! So glad you made it!" the fox exclaimed, hugging the dragoness tightly.
"If anything, Skye, I worried you were too bogged down with the Romulans to attend!" Jackie responded. "We've still got time left in the day - feel like food?"
"Are you kidding?" Skye chuckled. "When do I not?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Indari Manor Grounds ***
Oh, hell, here we go... Fox thought. "Krystal... I know. What I did to you was wrong, and I am sorry. But I didn't come here to dredge up the past - what happened between us was a long... time... a... Krystal?" Fox stopped short on seeing the odd look Krystal was giving him.
Viktor and Kabby walked into the room Tyber was staying in with a knock to the door. "Hi there, Shiloh. Been playing nurse for Tyber?" Kabby chuckled.
*** Ruusan ***
"Probably should," Akarkek said, starting after Bahkriid. Jaden shrugged, and followed suit. Assuming Spyra and Asara followed them, the lot would wind through eerily-silent valleys and rocky canyons and eventually come to a cave mouth. The air went deathly cold 15 feet from the entrance, but this seemed not to phase Bahkriid. In fact, she would find it familiar. Therein lay the problem; what she knew this kind of anomaly was associated with shouldn't be here, not anymore.
"Jaden," Bahkriid spoke, "Didn't your master unmake the thought bomb that had been here?"
"He... he did, yes. Why?" Jaden replied.
"Then we have a serious problem on our hands - if I'm feeling this right, either someone reformed the thought bomb, though I can't imagine how, or the Force has again been concentrated in this location for some reason. I see why Master Alduah was so adamant of this - if the power here were harvested, somehow..." Bahkriid let the thought hang in the air for others to draw conclusions.
*** Stormwind Harbor, Stormwind, Azeroth ***
"Sorry," Ketorr apologized, closing the door, "I thought I had."
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** Unknown Planet ***
"Zuka what's the situtiation out there?" Tigress asked over the comms, ready to charge outside if needed her two spartans at her said ready to follow.
Meanwhile Kelsey whatched the whole ordeal from the top of the ship wreakage having use her jetpack to get out of the giant hole in the hull again, her weapons not drawn just using her helmet's zoom function to whatch...
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Excuse me? Mr.Wrath, sir? if you don't need me anymore I have things to do elsewhere, if you don't need me i'll find a ride of planet myself." Nari spoke up.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Almost pushing the droid aside ,Kari the young blue vixen walked up to ZacK "Where did you get that Arwi- wait, Zack? Zack McCloud?" She asked looking over the silver fox...
"Well after what we did to them on Nar Shadda I wouldn't blame you, they'll be feeling that for along time in their pocketbooks, if those slimy slugs even carry pocketbooks." The red dragon replied turning to Kira "I told you unlike our last guest, I said to you I had met Thrawn, when he and I got the Hutts very angry at us." He added with small chuckle. "i didn't feel like I needed to go into all the details. Nor did I expect to ever see Thrawn again." the red Dragon finished with a huff "Besides how long have we been together not even 6 months , yet?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Indari Manor Grounds ***
'Oooh your in for it now, flyboy..' Krystal attempted to say to fox Telepathically before pulling him into a hug "How you doing You MERC, good to see you, at least on diffrent terms, So what brings you to Dragon'taan?
"Well that turned out better than I thought it'd go." Cobalt said pointing to Fox and Krystal.
"I tried." Shiloh Blushed... "Good thing I wasn't there when the bully did this to MY Tyber!" Shiloh growled a little bit.
*** Ruusan ***
"Harvest? do you mean like the disiples of Ragnos incident where Tavion used some sith artifact to absorb Force energy?" Asara asked.
"Great that's just what we needed." Spyra grumbled. "Another sith maniac trying to resurrect a dead man, again..."
*** Kalimdor, Northern Kalimdor, Rut'theran Village ***
"I sound proofed the cockpit considering I moved it and, people still forget to shut the door..." Kia grumbled turning on the landing cycle, tapping the side of the headset over her head "This is your captain speaking, we'll be landing in Kalimdor shortly, in Northern Klimdor to be exact, Please, keep your legs arms, tails, and other extremities inside the vehicle until the loading ramp fully lowers and thank you for flying with Worgen wings, and remember our slogan we give you wings to go where you please."
Kia said over the ship wide comm, shutting off her mic just before she chuckeld a little
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Geez," Weaver murmured, thinking to himself. He knew that this was a sucky situation, and perhaps he was a bit naïve, but his first thoughts were to say hello, and not to greet someone with a barrel. Well whatever, these guys had it handled. Probably.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Zack looked up from his data pad as he turned facing Kari now showing his braced leg and bandaged eye. "Kari!" Zack exclaimed, "long time no see, how are things?" He added with a light but warm smile. Then responded with, "Oh this old thing? I figure mom and dad wouldn't mind me grabbing one from the garage and taking it for a spin."
-
*Unknown Planet*
Ray trudged his way to the entry-wound of the ship, ducking behind the jagged metal and hiding in the shadows. Training his SMG on the closest android, he studied their hands closely, waiting for any hint of reaching for a weapon. Ray prayed his companions did the same.
*Dromund Kaas*
“Sort of,” Ickthis nodded. “Stress testing what we could create with your generous resources.” He strolled up to the suit and patted its frame, slicking his paw in hydraulic fluids. “The fact that the linkages broke before the suit did is a good sign. But,” he rubbed his paw on his fatigues. “We’re also looking to expand a bit. Underground foundries don’t vent as well. Workers were reporting bad air, so we’re planning to move above ground.”
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Everyone stand down," Zuka said over the radio. "The unknown personnel are Androids that got stranded here, same as us." He turned to the Androids. "We're gathering provisions for an assault on that structure your handlers went to; I have a ship in orbit that can beam us aboard, but first we have to establish contact."
"Then we can be allies in this," the lead android suggested. "We will bring what material we can. With us allied with you, your chosen shelter will be much more well-defended."
"Indeed," Zuka agreed. "I imagine not everyone stranded here is as friendly as you."
"No, but so far, we have not encountered any hostiles," the lead android stated.
"You'd think that, with as many ships that had crashed here, there'd be some hostiles... scavengers, pirates, raiders..." Zuka mused.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Of course," Wrath told Nari, "I won't keep you."
"I see," Malgus said. "Well, if it's expansion, I can assign a construction brigade to aid in the task - although, to be honest, our Dragon allies would be able to help with this much easier than what I have. Some of the tech they're bringing in, I have never seen before."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"So rude..." the greeter droid complained before walking off.
"Roughly," Kira said with a shrug.
"Fret not, young missus, your husband and I have known each other for some time," Thrawn chuckled. "Though, admittedly, I had not expected to bump into you again, Kanan, even though I hoped I would. As I have said before, A friend need not be kept within sight or within reach. A friend must be allowed the freedom to find and follow his own path. If one is fortunate, those paths will for a time join. But if paths separate, it is comforting to know that a friend still graces the universe with his skills, and his viewpoint, and his presence. For if one is remembered by a friend, one is never truly gone."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Indari Manor Grounds ***
"A number of things," Fox responded, relieved at Krystal's display. "Festival, you, but most importantly, getting birdbrain over there out of the house for a while. He, uh..." he leaned to whisper to Krystal, "... He had a run-in with some Sith Spirits, nearly drove him mad. If it weren't for K'Tath and Cobalt, he'd still be in the psyche ward."
"Yeah, I can see that - I was half-afraid she'd punch his lights out," K'Tath whispered to Cobalt. Noting the half-open door, he tapped Cobalt's arm. "Feel like a snack?"
"So we hear," Viktor said. He knelt beside the bed and felt Tyber's head. "Well, you don't feel feverish anymore. Are all your clothes here?"
"Some of them," Tyber replied. "The clothes I was gonna wear for the Festival are here, if that's what you're asking."
"Okay, then," Viktor said, standing up.
"Your father and I have some work to do for the preparation of the Festival, so..." Kabitha looked to Shiloh. "... do you mind if we leave him with you a while longer?"
*** Ruusan ***
"Could be that, could be something else they intend to do with the Force Energy," Bahkriid said. "All I know is, this kind of concentrated Force Energy is gonna act like a beacon, and every Force-user within a twelve-parsec radius of this world is gonna sense it - ten to one, this is what's gonna draw the Sith Covenant here."
*** Rut'theran Village, Kalimdor, Azeroth ***
"I imagine the sooner we land, the better our Orc colleague back there will feel," Ketorr commented. "But once we get boots on the ground, who we talking to about our missing artifact?"
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"I'm still inside..." Tigress replied simply, heading for the machine shop.
Kelsey began the climb back inside the ship.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"See you around then." Nari replied.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Your one to talk, buckethead!" Kari said to the droid, turning back to Zack "No matter where you come from I imagine mom will want to see you." Kari said attempting to grab Zack by the arm...
"Well we just met like 7 months ago." Kanan said motioning towards Kira.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Indari Manor Grounds ***
"Besides meeting with Katt?" Krystal replied, ears perking, "I heard you two." Krystal said to K'tath and Cobalt, tossing K'tath something a vial of sands. "Kyle told me about you, so I dug this up, it should allow you to regain your dragon form if you wish."
"not really hungry so, no." Cobalt replied to K'tath.
"No, he still owes me a little for all this." Shiloh replied "Right Tyber?" She growled.
*** Ruusan ***
"Well then what do we do till then?" Spyra asked sniffeling a little.
Asara stood there remaining quiet.
*** Rut'theran Village, Kalimdor, Azeroth ***
"Well I have some cargo for Darnassus, to deliver first, but I also have some contacts in the city who might be able to help us." Kia replied.
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-----Draco City, Dragon'taan----
Zack move his cybernetic arm up to scratch the back of his head before turning the data pad showing Kari the coordinates of Indari manor. "That's actually why I'm here", he responded as he put the data pad away grabbing his luggage.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Weaver stayed behind in the armory, unsure of where to go and what to do. It sounded as if everything was being handled. Well, wandering the armory to see if there was anything else that looked important was at least something to do. Maybe there was some more ammo for the SAW he was carrying.
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Hey Wrath, it might be prudent to get another Sith Lord's perspective in this issue with the entity." Cole suggested as he looked around.
"Lieutenant Pierce, what is Wrath like?" Magnus asks as he follows Pierce.
*** Unknown Planet ***
Jade nodded respectfully before responding with "I might as well make myself useful."
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray kept his gun trained on the androids, unaware that either his radio had been affected by the dimensional shift, couldn’t receive the frequency that the others’ radio transmitted on, or simply ran out of power. He watched Zuka, waiting for any sort of hand signal, but kept his finger from the trigger.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis shrugged. “No offense, to you or the guests, but I would rather trust Mongdrigan design. Blooded, y’know? And easy to uh…interface with.” He tapped the stainless steel socket on the back of his head. “Cerebral jack. One-to-one connection with something as simple as a power-suit, to the most complex warmech.”
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Zuka approached Ray, his hand waving for him to lower his weapon. "Easy, Ray - they're friendly. Stranded here, just as we are. We're just fortunate they weren't raiders or scavengers."
Fortunately for Weaver, one of the adjacent ammo cabinets was intact, unlocked, and contained several drum magazines for his SAW. Three of them were marked "JSP", though it was not presently clear what that meant.
"If that's so, Jade, maybe you can help us load the provisions onto our vehicles," Jace suggested to Jade.
Alduah monitored the Androids from the dorsal surface of the Phoenix. Near as he could tell, they were intent on combining their strength with that of Alduah and his... "colleagues". He got the impression said colleagues didn't trust him - and he didn't blame them. Soon as he could, he would bid them farewell and head off to Ruusan, hoping his apprentice hadn't gotten herself into too much trouble with her fiery temper. For a Sith, Anger was useful - but to Sith like Alduah, it was best used in its proper place.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"You mistake me," Malgus told Ickthis, "I was not suggesting you not use tried and true Mongdrigan tech, which you likely have a reason to trust the way you do; I was merely offering to add a construction brigade or something to that effect from our new Dragon allies to help expedite the expansion. With combined strength, you can get much more done inside of what's left of today than you would by yourselves." Malgus cast a glance to the Dromund Kaas sun as it began to set. "And if there's one thing I remember from my previous time on Dromund Kaas, it's that you don't want to get caught in the jungle at night."
"That's exactly what we're doing," Wrath told Cole. "Malgus is an ancient Sith Lord even by our standards - he may well know something we do not, or at least, be able to confirm my suspicions."
"Really, Wrath is not much different than he was back before we ended up here. Strong. Powerful. Resilient and steadfast, even in the face of death. I was with him when he took down his former master, Darth Baras... one of Wrath's shining accomplishments," Pierce told Magnus.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Must have been a hell of an attraction between you two if you married inside of that space," Thrawn chuckled.
Kira shot Kanan a sly glance and a smile. "You could say that.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Indari Manor Grounds ***
K'Tath caught the vial, unsure what to make of it. "Uh... thanks. But what exactly is it?" he asked.
"Yeah, me being sick was kinda... ill-timed," Tyber admitted.
*** Ruusan ***
"That's why I wanted him here," Bahkriid said, pointing to Jaden. "Or some Force-Sensitive not tied to any current Sith Order. Someone needs to get word out that Ruusan is about to come under fire from the Sith Covenant."
"Which is why you wanted my former master here," Jaden surmised. "The Imperial Alliance and Jedi Order would would be inclined to believe him in regards to this world."
"And I imagine I and my crew are here because you felt you might need a few extra gun hands in case this gets out of hand," Akarkek added. He looked to the blonde-haired man next to him. "Torian, get back to the ship, bring everyone here." Torian nodded and hurried off.
Bahkriid looked to Asara and Spyra. "If you two wanna help, great, either help us hold the line or get word to whoever you can to haul *** to Ruusan."
*** Rut'theran Village, Kalimdor, Azeroth ***
"Great, who are they?" Ketorr asked.
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***Unknown Planet ***
A few moments later, Tigress would come out of the armory a few weapons in hand and some on the magnetic holders on her armor, "Where's Alduah?" she asked looking at the group.
"For a sith your not to hard to find." Kelsey said slowly approaching Alduah. "I know what your thinking, but regardless, we're in this together..."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"If anything she grew on me..." kanan pointed out.
Keri yawned, looking to Blythe "Don't suppose you want to try something for me?" She asked, picking up a plate of some transparent stuff almost looking like glass.
Kari pulled harder on Zacks non-bionic arm "You coming or you just gonna stand here all day?" She asked.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Indari Manor Grounds ***
"it's called a vial of Sands, it's a rare artifact from a world called Azeroth it has the ability to restore a Dragon-shifter's Dragon form. and in some cases gives non dragon shifters a dragon form."
Krystal explained, turning back to Fox with a playful growl, "I suppose your going to need more than my permission to be on this planet, considering our history?" She asked the orange Fox, Turning to Falco. "I think Katt Monroe is at the Merc Enclave on the other side of town, if your brave enough, bird boy I'll give you a ride there." the blue vixen said to the blue Falcon.
"Aren't you a Jedi or something couldn't you have healed yourself?" Shiloh asked.
*** Ruusan ***
"Not sure who we can contact exactly ,but I'll see "Asara pointed out
"I don't think any of your family will be able to help ,but maybe some other part of the DMC, Asara?" Spyra noted to her blue dragon friend.
*** Rut'theran Village, Kalimdor, Azeroth ***
"Couple of night elves who helped Gilnean refugee's settle in, they might have some insight onto what's going on." Kia noted
***Terra,Mojave wasteland, Rika's converted Enclave base***
"Well that was another adventure..." Rika grumbled as she landed the vertibird back on it's pad, the platform lowering back into the base sealing away from the elements
"Maybe now we can get back to fun..." Risa said rubbing up against Richard.
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-----Draco City, Dragon'taan----
Zack fallowed Kari, as she lead him on, keeping his head on a swivel checking rooftops and alleyways as they made their way through the city. "So Kari?", He started to ask, "do you know if Tigress is in the area? I need to talk to her about modifying the g diffuser system on my arwing."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Luck was a funny thing wasn't it? Unlucky to have crashed, but lucky to have survived, lucky to have found help, and luck seemed to shine again with this armory for more than just Weaver. He liked to think that life was like a deck of cards. He didn't get to choose what hand he was dealt, but he could choose how to play it, and right now the play was to grab as much ammo as he possibly could. In total, he had five drum magazines. One loaded in the SAW, and four shoved in the backpack. That was the extent of what the backpack could hold.
Weaver noted the 'JSP' on the drum magazines, making the assumption it represented some kind of special ammo. He wasn't exactly sure, but unless he was loading explosive shots into his gun, bullets were bullets. He didn't exactly have the luxury of being choosey.
"Uh, what does 'JSP' on this drum magazine mean?" Weaver asked to nobody in particular.
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*** Unknown planet ***
"Sure." Jade stated simply
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Well, what are we waiting for then?" asked Cole
After walking around for a while Magnus spotted a familiar figure, "There he is..."
-
*Unknown Planet*
Ray lowered his gun, but stayed ready. “I don’t trust ‘em. Bots never bring anything good. Probably lookin’ to stab us in the back, same as the resident Sith.” He clenched his jaw, tucking a bit further behind the wreckage.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis turned to the camp, motioning Malgus to follow his gaze. An eight Mongdrigan squad shuffled out of the camp, armed to the teeth and toting large lights on their helmets, shoulders and firearms. Behind them, another mech thudded behind, followed by a few workers carrying plasteel axes. The mech, a ten-foot-tall biped design, had tow cables mounted to its front, along with heavy saws mounted on fixed armatures. A thirty-millimeter cannon sat on the top of the mech, offset slightly beside the pilot’s canopy. A camera/targeting pod swept the tree line regularly, giving the pilot a three-spectrum view of the area, in thermal, infrared and direct-video.
“We were made aware in one of our first nights,” Ickthis explained. “Lost a few guys to the wild animals. So, we’re making sure night-work is done with the most protection available.”
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*** Unknown planet ***
"I've met enough 'bots' to know they're not all bad. And I've actually met Sith in the past that show that just because one is Sith does not mean they are bound by the common Sith stereotype of a murderous, bloodthirsty psychopath," Zuka told Ray. "If we get off-world intact, remind me to tell you of how I met Darth Torrentus."
Jace was about to head for the door when he heard Weaver. Turning to look at him, and then subsequently seeing what he was indicating, he moved closer, then chuckled, "Ah, lucky you. Those are Jacketed Soft Point rounds. Think of them as a cross between Armor-Piercing rounds and Jacketed Hollow Point rounds. They punch through armor, but still fragment inside the target, causing serious internal damage. Those will be useful against the Flood." He noted there were only three magazines of the JSP rounds. "Best save those for when you've expended your standard rounds."
He then turned and headed for the door. "C'mon, Jade - sooner we get all this loaded, sooner we can get to the Forerunner facility and be off this rock."
"I know that," Alduah told Kelsey. "But right now, I think it best I not further agitate some of our companions with my presence. No more than I absolutely have to."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Wrath stopped, seemingly for no reason, when he felt a subtle tremor in the Force. Something... vaguely familiar. He turned around, and spotted Magnus there with Lieutenant Pierce.
"Yeah," Pierce said, "That's Lord Wrath." He tapped Magnus' shoulder and started to approach Wrath, motioning for Magnus to follow.
"I can see that," Malgus noted. He realized this was getting nowhere, and left with a final message: "Well, if you ever want us to help speed this up any degree, there's a standing offer."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I can see that," Thrawn chuckled.
"Believe me, the reverse is just as true," Kira responded, chuckling herself. "So what's the Imperial Alliance's interest in the festival?"
"Cultural study, mainly," Thrawn said. "And High Command could think of no better person than me to observe this holiday, though I will admit, I think I arrived a bit too early."
"That depends," Blythe replied to Keri. "What'd you have in mind?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Indari Manor Grounds ***
"Yeah, might as well," Falco said as he sighed.
"That... Immortal Sith dude, related to Kyle - he here?" Fox asked.
"I told you before, Shiloh, I'm a dragon-shifter - not a Jedi," Tyber responded. "And my powers don't currently cover first aid."
*** Ruusan ***
"Well, whoever you contact, do it quick; I have no idea when the Sith Covenant will show up - assuming they're the ones that do show up," Bahkriid told them.
*** Rut'theran Village, Kalimdor, Azeroth ***
"Great, let's get started," Ketorr suggested.
"Are we landed yet?" Ulfgar asked from the lounge.
*** Terra, Mojave wasteland, Rika's converted Enclave base ***
Richard chuckled heartily. "Maybe this time, fun time not get interrupted?"
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Oh, cool," Weaver said. "Uh, not much room left in this backpack to even bother keeping the standard rounds. Hopefully this'll be enough ammo. Or uh... I could use my panic button. Who knows what that'll do though. Um, where do I go next? Just back out to the entrance to group up with the rest of the group? Or with you?"
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** Unknown planet ***
Tigress walked past Jace to weaver and handed the spider a plasma pistol "and just in case you run out of ammo take this." she said moving to Jace "Pistol Carbine or Rifle?" She asked the Spartan.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I never understood how you were so interested in culture, I mean I can see the advantage ,but to me that always seemed, boring." Kanan replied "Well at least this time it should be interesting."
Keri pulled out some sort of gauntlet "Put this on and punch this 'piece of 'glass" Keri said not revealing that the plate was actually a form of transparent Beskar, Tigress had been working on, before she had left for Reach.
"Why you keep looking around, you looke like your being hunted by someone." Kari asked as she lead the way to Indari manor.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Indari Manor Grounds ***
"Why do you seek a sith, Fox?" Krystal asked.
"Some dragons have healing magic.." Shiloh pointed out.
*** Ruusan ***
"May not get much in reinforcements considering what's going on back at Dragon'taan." Asara noted,
"Shoot weren't we going to that?" Spyra asked.
"Relax the preperations take weeks." Asara replied.
*** Rut'theran Village, Kalimdor, Azeroth ***
"Do the internal comms not work anymore?" Kia said climbing down from the cockpit to the lounge "Could have sworn i said we landed." she said walking over to a speaker in the lounge and checking it. "Flying is alot more smooth in vehicles than it is on creatures."
*** Terra, Mojave wasteland, Rika's converted Enclave base ***
"Well I guess the spacecraft has a room for you two to have your fun in ,but I was planning on heading to Dragon'taan to see the Marauder festival." Rika pointed out.
Risa just stood there looking at Richard as if unsure what to do.
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---Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"it's an old habit, I mean to say I built an AI that could do that task for me." Zack responded subtilty "but that's war." He added after a moment.
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
Noticing Wrath's change in demeaner Spade asked "Wrath, you ok?"
Magnus followed Pierce eagerly.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray sneered, casting a withering glare at the androids. “That’s a big “if”, Cap.” He lowered his voice to a hoarse whisper. “Especially with these guys and the Sith with us.” Ray took his eyes from the androids, and locked them on Zuka’s.
“I don’t care what y’all say. I don’t trust that Sith at all. Might be he’s manipulating you guys. I dunno, but I’m certainly clear-headed.”
*Dromund Kaas*
“I won’t turn away a helping paw,” Ickthis said. “But I’m gonna remain skeptical. Better to be slow and steady than fast and unreliable.” He watched the work-dispatch move closer to the woodline.
The biped-mech braced against the tree with the saw stuck in it, and used it’s hydraulic lifts to push the tree more upright, freeing the sawblade. The mech took a few steps back, setting its blades to the tree. The saws whined against the wood, eating through the trunk with relative ease. As the saws cried into the darkening skies, the creature of the forest called back.
The armed workers set up a half-circle around the mech, prepared to shoot anything decidedly aggressive.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Maybe he is, maybe he isn't - either way, we need him. It'd be unwise to back-stab him now, even as a preemptive strike. You heard what he said - he sealed off the Forerunner facility before he left it. He's the only one among us who knows how to unseal it," Zuka told Ray. "The Androids, though... they've given us no reason not to trust them, so far. They want off-world as much as we do."
"Probably back to the Razorbacks," Jace said. "Ten to one, Captain 'Vadam will have us full-on sprinting to the Forerunner facility once we have everything." He then addressed Tigress. "And you know I prefer rifles." As soon as Jace had his weapon from Tigress secure, he would heft what he had gathered down the decks to the entrance where the Razorbacks were and start loading them up.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"That boy..." Wrath spoke, "... seems familiar, somehow." Pierce approached and bowed to Wrath.
"Lord Wrath, a pleasure as always to see you return to Dromund Kaas," he said. Indicating Magnus, he added, "This lad here is Magnus. Came all the way out to Dromund Kaas to look you up."
Wrath looked to Magnus. "That so?" he asked, "Have we met before?"
Malgus merely observed the Mongdrigans work, curious to see how they interacted with their new environment.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I have always had a fascination of alien cultures," Thrawn said, "ever since leaving my home world. And the Dragon-Shifter culture is what presently intrigues me. Just think: Here was a people that was being hunted by an alien empire - for whatever reason - and just vanished from the galactic radar, turned this world into a factory and a staging ground, marshaled an army, and inflicted grievous defeats on their hunters to ensure their place on the galactic stage. They faced death and extinction with courage and resilience, and came out of that war on top."
"Okay, so what's the Imperial Alliance's reason for sending you here?" Kira asked.
"They wanted a representative to speak to High General Indari after the festival, so here I am," Thrawn said simply.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Indari Manor Grounds ***
"I wanted to speak to him about Sith Ghosts, see if he knew of ways to protect one's mind from them," Fox answered.
Inside, K'Tath flopped down on the bed in his provided room with a sigh.
*** Ruusan ***
"Anything is better than nothing," Bahkriid stated. "But we'd better hustle - Force knows when someone will pick up the proverbial signal."
*** Terra, Mojave wasteland, Rika's converted Enclave base ***
"Marauder Festival?" Richard asked. "What's that?"
*** Rut'theran Village, Kalimdor, Azeroth ***
"Good," Ulfgar said, unstrapping and getting up. "I much prefer to feel dirt under my boots."
"Where we headed first?" Ketorr asked.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Reguardless we have to work together to get off world, unless your keen on staying here for the rest of your life." Tigress noted.
Kelsey opned her paw like hand to Alduah offering a strange battery" Tigress wanted you to have this said it'll allow your saber to have a disruptor like blade, to better deal with the flood." the mandalorian Fox explained.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Whatever hovers your speeder." Kanan replied "I imagine that gives you a lot off-duty hours, though." The dragon finished rubbing his muzle against Kira's shoulder.
"So your hopeless?" Kari asked with a chuckle, Kari said as she stepped onto the Indari manor grounds "I dunno where Kyle is but mom is right there and Fox." Kari replied.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Indari manor Grounds***
"I wouldn't know he's not my brother..." Krystal replied motioning towards the manor where Kyle likely was.
"Forget something?" Asked a Lucario shaped figure in the shadows of the room, her yellow eyes glowing.
*** Ruusan ***
Just beyond the valley, A LAAT Gunship landed offloading three figuires one an odd wolf like creature, the second a mysterious silver fox with a 'cold' aura in the force surrounding here, and a third a tall yellow Fox, all three wore customized Mjolnir Gen 4 armor. The LAAT began to float away back to the sky as the three began walking towards the Valley.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Weaver took the plasma pistol, "Is this one of those energy guns that don't run out of ammo? Or is this..." he was tempted to make a dark joke, but he didn't know if anyone there appreciated gallows humor. "Uh, thanks though." He followed Jace back to the Razorbacks.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray shrugged, keeping his eye on the androids. “Doesn’t mean we should trust ‘em. I’ll let you guys do as you want. But the bots, and the Sith, get one.” He accentuated his point by raising a finger sternly. “Any dodgy crap, and I’ll drop ‘em.”
*Dromund Kaas*
“Contact!” One of the workers cried, his floodlights illuminating the rapidly darkening forest. The large, sleek form of a vine cat leapt out of sight, into the thick foliage. It snarled and began to stalk, hiding amongst the brush. The worker trained his rifle on where he assumed the creature to be, and opened fire.
The muzzle flash lit up against the floodlights, as jacketed tracers ripped through the shrubbery, wickering deep into the forest. The two workers opposite the firing man swung around, their rifle fire joining the first’s. Red tracers backlit the woodline, giving it an eerie crimson glow. After a few moments, they stopped firing, letting the whine of the saw dominate the air.
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--- Indari Manor Grounds, Draco city, Dragon'taan---
"You mean helpless...", Zack rebuttaled. Catching sight of his parents he let out a loud whistle giving a wave in their direction as he walked towards them.
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***Dromund Kaas***
Spade glanced at Magnus special interest.
"We have; however, I was so young that I don't remember. My grandfather was the one that told me about you, in fact, you once saved his life. After telling me about you I had to find you and speak with you." Magnus nodded respectfully
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Zuka shook his head. Seems someone else needed a pep talk like what Weaver had. But Zuka knew Ray was another kind; nothing he said would assuage his mistrust of the androids or of Alduah. Instead, he accessed his radio. "All hands, grab whatever provisions we will need and rendezvous at the Razorbacks. Tigress, we may need extra vehicles for the androids; take your Spartans and get to the vehicle bays, see what you can find; Alduah, get to the Razorbacks, we'll be moving out as soon as we have everything."
"Copy that," Alduah said as he accepted the battery from Kelsey. He pocketed it, and started heading for the small breach in the hull he had used to get to the dorsal surface of the ship. "My lightsaber is not the only tool in my arsenal," he told her as he passed her.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Wrath paused for a moment, then remembered the incident. "Ah! Yes, I remember... curious, though, that you seem to have such a... strong connection to the Force," he remarked.
"Remy and I noticed that, too," Pierce stated. "In fact, so did Darth Malgus."
Wrath raised an eyebrow. "Is that so?" he asked. He looked to Magnus. "Have you come across any signs of Force-sensitivity? Things you did or felt that you couldn't explain?"
Malgus was about ready to jump in and assist when he realized the Mongdrigans had this well in hand. Still, he had some of his lesser Sith Juggernaughts posted in the area on orders to assist the Mongdrigans just in case things got out of hand with the jungle beasts.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kira murred in response, then said, "Not here, honey - and certainly not in front of the Admiral."
Skye and Jacqueline arrived at Sol's, and were seated in a booth adjacent to a pink-furred feline who was contentedly munching on some yeast rolls while waiting for her main course.
Blythe didn't understand the purpose, but nonetheless complied and put on the glove, then sent a smashing punch to the transparent material.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
Fox heard the whistle, and when he turned, he was utterly shocked at who he saw. He hadn't seen Zack in so long, he was at a complete loss for words; his mouth hung ajar for several seconds before he managed to speak, and when he did, he stammered: "Z-Zack? What... what-what... what are you doing here? How did you even get here?!" He noticed Kari. "Did you bring him here? How did you even know where I was?!"
"Oh, crap," Falco and Farah commented.
*** Ruusan ***
Bahkriid again sat down to meditate, trying to ascertain the location of her master. Not long after, Akarkek came back, accompanied by his crew: Torian, the human male Mandalorian, Mako, a human female with cybernetic implants, Gault Rennow, a Devaronian with a broken horn, and Blizz, a diminutive Jawa.
*** Torgus Prime ***
In the quiet of orbit over Torgus Prime, a lone vessel dropped out of Transwarp - a strange vessel (https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/e0dc8eb0-7eb3-4716-b7a1-4364a45acdc0/d6tectz-ccd8beba-125a-41ee-8c03-6fbc33674933.jpg?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOjdlMGQxODg5ODIyNjQzNzNhNWYwZDQxNWVhMGQyNmUwIiwiaXNzIjoidXJuOmFwcDo3ZTBkMTg4OTgyMjY0MzczYTVmMGQ0MTVlYTBkMjZlMCIsIm9iaiI6W1t7InBhdGgiOiJcL2ZcL2UwZGM4ZWIwLTdlYjMtNDcxNi1iN2ExLTQzNjRhNDVhY2RjMFwvZDZ0ZWN0ei1jY2Q4YmViYS0xMjVhLTQxZWUtOGMwMy02ZmJjMzM2NzQ5MzMuanBnIn1dXSwiYXVkIjpbInVybjpzZXJ2aWNlOmZpbGUuZG93bmxvYWQiXX0.J2k45zPncg68yMqfCPjUYLMtU3udPbGlRO74MfMMqCo) that looked heavily Reman - appeared and hailed the newly-constructed orbital station.
"Warship Tanuklanav to Darth Torrentus... this is Travis Drake," the captain of the vessel stated.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray shook his head, standing with a sigh. “‘Least they’ll be on their own vic.” He slung the his SMG and headed for the Razorbacks, grabbing what provisions he could manage.
*Dromund Kaas *
The mech’s saw pushed further into the tree, as the mech itself pushed against the tree. “Timber!” The pilot barked over his outboard speakers as the tree gave, falling into the forest.
Well, striking a few other trees before coming to rest. As soon as all settled, the mech joined his on-foot counterparts, sweeping the foliage for anything hostile. The massive bolt of the thirty-millimeter autocannon clunked loudly, a shell loaded from the internal magazine.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Tigress nodded passing by zuka she whispered to him "I won't tolerate freindly fire." She noted as she headed off to find another vehicle.
"What do you have a blaster?" Kelsey asked "Only Jedi of the new order use blasters along with lightsabers, I thought. "I know of your force powers but I dunno how effective they will be against this 'flood'."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Then when? The Admiral already knows of our relationship."
A large pig wearing a blue slightly torn blue shirt, big letters in yellow LARD on it. Entered Sol's and started to go past the ladies and Katt's table to get to a table, but stopped to look at Katt, with a huff "When did they let weaklings like you in here?" the pig huffed, staring directly at Katt.
The material would let out a metallic 'ping' as Blythe punched it ,but it showed no signs of anything, not even a dent, the sound would be familair to some people who knew what the sound was. "Tigress has been working on a kind of Transparent Beskar for windows and view ports, we've only managed to make smaller pieces for like fighter cockpits ,but Tigress was hoping to create panels large enough for Bridge viewports." Keri explained. "She's recently hired a Mandalorian armor smith whose been working with her on various Beskar products." She added.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
Krystal stared over Zack for a moment, he seemed familar ,but at the same time unrecognizable at least at the moment.
Kari pointed to her blue fur and then back at Krystal "Your smarter than that, Dad..." the blue vixen said in reply, turning to Zack "No I meant Hopeless."
*** Ruusan ***
The Wolf,silver vixen and taller yellow vixen arrived near Spyra and Asara Nari's Anti-force aura might have effected Bahkriid for a second when she walked past. "You wanted us?" Jayd, the Wolf said to Asara.
"Probably gonna need some help here soon, something is coming." Asara explained.
Riku the yellow armored Fox looked blankly at Asara listening her disposition cold and seemly uncaring the blank, cold expression on her face not changing at all as she listened.
even as she rubbed her nose with her three fingered hand her expression did not change.
-
"eh, whatever doesn't matter and to be fair he has no way of knowing", Zack responded. "the medical droid at the apparently abandoned ranch gave me the coordinates", Zack told his dad showing him the data pad, "had a bit of a rough landing... appiroids", He added and looked over towards his mother and after a short pause he said, "I know mom, I'm looking more like Wolf at this point don't stare too hard ya know", Zack said with a half hearted laugh.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Well it's a good thing we're already heading there," Weaver said, overhearing what was said over the radio. He soon made his way over to where the Razorbacks were.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Soon after, as Jace and Kaylee were getting on one Razorback, Alduah appeared from the entrance, heading toward one of the Razorbacks and getting in the back.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I think I'll leave you two alone. A word of advice, Kira Indari - even in public, there is no shame in showing affection for your lover; the ogling eyes of others shouldn't matter to you or him," Thrawn told Kira.
"About the same time they let brain-dead swine like you in," Katt retorted, "I have no interest in trading jabs with you. If you're here to eat, fine - but keep your snout shut and don't go mouthing off to a lady just enjoying a meal."
"I see," Blythe commented. "So why did she leave for... right, I don't recall you ever saying where Tigress had gone. Where did she go?"
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
"Where have you been, Zack? And why do you look like you lost an argument with a bear?" Fox asked.
"Zack? Zack McCloud, is that you?!" came a voice Zack would know well. Standing just outside the door into Indari Manor was a Cerinian with Sapphire-Blue Dragon eyes. Zack, if he looked, might immediately recognize him. He stood, completely astonished, staring at Zack with his mouth hanging ajar as though gazing at a friend thought long dead. "How... how are you... how are you even alive?! I thought the Tal Shiar had gotten you years ago! How did you even get here?! And why do you look like hammered s***?"
"Subtle," commented a female voice. Walking out from behind Kyle was a pink-skinned Dragonarian woman. "I'm assuming you two know each other?"
*** Ruusan ***
Bahkriid was still not able to locate her master, but at this point, she had other concerns; whatever was coming, it was coming soon, and Bahkriid still wanted to know the nature of the Force power that had gathered here. So, rising from her trance, she turned toward the cave entrance, and started walking inside.
"Wait, where is she going?" Jaden asked, noticing the Pandaren Sith heading into the cave.
*** Torgus Prime ***
It was largely unknown what purpose Travis Drake had on Torgus Prime. And Travis wouldn't have it any other way. The Tal Shiar were not as active as before, but he still tried to keep out of the spotlight as much as he could. But this summoning by Darth Torrentus... not his usual job, but it paid well. The details were hushed - as clandestine as the meeting with the Romulan Sith herself. But he had to wait for his audience - Torrentus had need to discuss a few things with her subordinates, first.
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--- Indari Manor Grounds, Draco city, Dragon'taan ---
Completely avoiding Fox's question he looked towards his long time ally. "Kyle ya old lizard! you think this universe could throw me away so easily?!", He responded some what more chipper. "Cleaned up a spot Dad missed, ya know got those F****** back when they trashed the complex and cut up my s***! Haha", Zack added clearly forcing a smile.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
It wasn't too much long afterwards that TIgress and Kelsey pulled up in a M650 Mastodon (https://halo.wiki.gallery/images/thumb/7/77/HW2-Mastodonmodel.jpg/1600px-HW2-Mastodonmodel.jpg) modernized with energy sheilds and a couple of weapon mounts besides the machine gun. "Is this good enough, Zuka?" Tigress asked.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"See what I tell ya," Kanan said to Kira, turning to Thrawn "I hope you enjoy your time on Dragon'taan.
"WHAT DID YOU SAY PINKIE!?" The pig said clearly angered by Katt. A Red wolf in the background glared at the Pig ,but stood back for the moment... she looked fairly fit and a little on the musculular side for a female.
"Last report said she was on Reach, assisting the launch of the second class of Spartan II's" Keri expplained.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
"Why do you call me mom?" Krystal asked Zack.
*** Ruusan ***
"Apparently heading into the cave.."Asara pointed out, she and the rest of her friends just stood there waiting for something to happen Riku the yellow vixen creature's blue eyes glowed for a second, but the glow then faded.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Weaver hopped onto one of the Razorbacks that had an open seat. He took a deep breath, trying to remain steady for what was to come.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray hauled himself into the back of the Razorback, fuel tanks clanking against each other as he moved. He turned, panting, and sat against the backboard of the truck’s cabin, the SMG and flame unit resting beside his legs. The CBRN suit, effective protection against most airborne malefactors, was not the easiest thing to move around in. Ray leaned back, trying to catch his breath.
‘At least,’ he thought to himself. ‘At least it’s not the deep-expo gear.’
With another sigh, the agent closed his eyes and tried to relax.
*Dromund Kaas*
The cry of ‘Contact’ was audible only for a moment, before the thirty-millimeter cannon barked to life, sending large red tracers wickering into the tree line, a dull boom returning with each high-explosive shell impact. A yozusk bellowed, charging from the thicket, the rock protrusions on its back were cracked and jagged, but makeshift wreaths hung from what rock spires were left. Behind it, carrying makeshift wooden clubs, was a troop of jurgoran. They snarled and charged the Mongdrigans, out for blood.
An HE-shell splashed against the yozusk’s headcrest, before it crashed into the mech, pushing the pair dangerously close to the camp.
The workers drew their axes and closed in on the jurgoran, engaging the strange amphibians in melee. Plasteel met wood and quickly cut through, sending two of the jurgoran running. The other two fell, lifeless.
The mech’s metal-shod foot shot out like a piston, connecting with the yozusk’s armored head, sending it sprawling towards the woodline. The workers ran for cover as the mech bull-charged, tackling the beast to the ground. It flailed, and opened its mouth to roar, only for the thirty-millimeter gun to loose a single shell into the yozusk’s open maw. The beast shuddered, then lay still.
Ickthis Kaas, who had pulled Malgus to a nearby stack of crates, for protection, cheered as the mechanized work crew trudged back towards camp, the tree and yozusk being towed by the mech’s steel tow cables.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"That'll work," Zuka said. No sooner than when the Mastodon pulled up did the androids arrive, loaded with everything they could carry. Zuka addressed the leader of the group: "You all are in the APC; we make for that Forerunner facility, Alduah will unseal it, and we head inside, locate whatever controls the dampening field here, and bring it down; from there, my Spartan companion in orbit can beam us out." Zuka then turned to address the others. "Whatever happens inside that facility, the only one who can't get hurt is Tigress. We all protect Tigress so she can interface with the Forerunner systems and get us out of here. Is that clear?"
*** Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
"Impressive," Malgus commented. "Even without the Juggernaughts, you all hold your own surprisingly well."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Strange you haven't heard anything from her - sounds like a fairly straightforward assignment," Blythe commented.
In a flash, Katt rose from her seat and sent a blindingly fast and powerful kick between the pig's legs, which impacted so hard there was an audible crunch! Katt spoke again, "I basically told you in no uncertain terms to p*** off and stop bothering me. You don't like felines, fine - I don't really give a f***. But when you start harassing random people, that's when you get thrown out. Given you just got nailed by a girl, the last thing you want is to start drawing attention to yourself!"
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
"Is this a private party?" came Markus' voice. Out of the manor stepped a great Tiger, with an inverted fur pattern of black with white stripes. Even Fox seemed to pause at Markus' presence.
"Lord-Admiral--" Fox began.
"We've been through that, Fox - just call me Markus," Markus cut him off.
Fox chuckled a bit. "Markus, this is my son, Zack. Zack... I don't know if you've heard of him, but this is Markus Tokarev - current reigning Lord-Admiral of the Coalition," he said.
"And an old friend of mine whom I hadn't seen in years," Kyle added. "He's a good guy."
The hulking tiger looked Zack over. "He looks like he went diving into a fuel fire - you okay, son?" Markus asked.
"That's what I asked him," Fox said.
*** Ruusan ***
"Maybe we should follow her?" Jaden suggested.
*** Torgus Prime ***
Travis still waited for the meeting with Darth Torrentus, but he was starting to get impatient. Just as he was considering leaving, the Darth's staff started filing out of the chamber. The last one stopped and addressed him. "Darth Torrentus will see you now." Travis rose from his chair, and entered the room. He had to admit, it was a strange sight, seeing a Romulan Female in a black Sith Robe. He stood and waited for her to address him.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Didn't know I was that important." Tigress replied.
Kelsey took the passenger seat of the Mastadon checking her weapons as she waited to head out.
TIgress spartans got in their seats in the razorbacks.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"We lost contact awhile ago I already sent word to command, but I'm trying not to worry.
The pig cluched his crotch as a red wolf walked up behind him, "Brutus You were banned from this establishment a week ago, and you come in here again causing trouble too bad somebody beat me to 'cracking the nuts' The muscled large red she-wolf said pushing the pig outside almost forcefully..
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
Krystal took a deep breath opening a telepathic channel to Markus 'This fox says he's my son ,but I don't recall ever having children with Fox, What if he's a fake a liar trying to gain fame? What if he's an assasin? WHat if he really is my son, how do i trust him?'
Kari just stood there dumbfounded. "Really Dad I may be from a diffrent timeline but you can't tell from my look or your instinct that I'm related to you?" Kari asked, though she did look like Krystal with just a change of eye color, she thought it'd be obvious she took everything almost from her mother, except that a small bit of the tip of her tail was orange.
*** Ruusan ***
"Do you think that's a good idea?" Jade asked, kinda playing with one of the sharp protrusions from her neck...
Asara, Spyra, Riku and Nari all waited for a reply.
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--- Indari Manor Grounds, Draco city, Dragon'taan ---
Zack stood there in silence for a moment taking in all the informative questioning before loosing his composure for moment. "Nx0 te 0ei succ mo mem?!",Zack repeated back to Krystal while looking away from Markus and started marching towards his dumbfounded mother. In this moment as he did so, a small glint could be seen as his cybernetic arm opened up and a small jeweled rod fell from his forearm and into his hand which extended immediately, before staking it into the ground at Krystal's feet. "Kxo wavk 0ei wulo mo veihkood 0ouhj uwe.", Zack stated with a subtle look of confusion, wrath and dismay. "Before you left", Zack added with a small crack in his voice as he fought back his tears while his mind cycled back to when he lost Star M. Alexander and ran into her clone. On closer inspection one could see his right hand clutching what appeared to be a necklace of some sort tied to his belt loop.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray chuckled darkly, as Zuka’s words reached him. ‘Well, I can see how this is gonna play out,’ he thought. ‘Sith’s gonna take her hostage and leave without us.’ He checked his weapons again, before leaning back against the Razorback.
*Dromund Kaas*
“No offense, m’lord,” Ickthis said. “But Mongdrigan’s have been fighting since before you could walk.” He motioned at the camp, as those inside wandered out to help with the yozusk. They talked and debated the best way to carve the beast up.
“We’re a people of violence. Of struggle. Where goes war, so too, eventually, go Mongdrigans.” Ickthis smiled. “Doesn’t bother us much, either way.”
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Got it," Weaver said quietly. He didn't know exactly what awaited for the group down in the facility, but he had a guess that once they entered, time would not be on their side. Bullets were limited and the enemy were without number. Speed would be the name of the game. Run 'n gun. Shoot 'n scoot.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Supplies had been gathered, the group was assembled, and orders had been given. Only thing remaining was to make for the Forerunner facility and get through it. The entire convoy made best possible speed for it, and it seemed to get more ominous and imposing the closer they got to it. In a way, the facility resembled the great "Libraries" that had been present on the Halo Rings. The computer core they likely would be after would likely be at the very center of the facility.
On arrival, everyone would pile out, where Alduah would approach the sealed entrance, placing a hand on the thick, heavily-reinforced metal door. Moments later, he retracted that hand with a frown on his face. "Strange," he commented, "I do not sense the Flood on the other side." He growled subtly, then stepped back. Drawing on the Force, he shot the door with energy, and it glowed a dull white light for a brief moment. He then went to a nearby control panel, hit a few commands, and the door grumbled, rumbled, and finally parted to reveal an empty doorway.
Zuka walked beside Alduah, who had again returned to his original position before the door. "Still don't sense them?" he asked.
Alduah shook his head. "No," he answered. "Which is highly unusual. Last time I was here, I could. It's... almost as if they've abandoned this facility."
"Whether that's true or not, we still have to proceed as though they still occupy this facility, don't we?" Zuka inquired.
"Indeed," Alduah stated, igniting one of his lightsabers and starting inside the facility. Zuka turned to the others.
"Weapons ready, safeties off - let's get the hell out of here," he told them before venturing inside himself. The Androids were right behind him, followed by Spartans Jace and Kaylee.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"I'll leave you to your work then," Malgus said. He then started for a speeder before stopping, sensing something in the Force.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Hnh... given your response, I'm guessing this isn't something that normally happens," Blythe stated.
"I'm guessing this isn't the first time that pig has caused trouble in here," Katt surmised.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
If he is your son, this only means our family is a bit larger. And that I have another son I can dote on, Markus responded to Krystal, projecting warmth and happiness to her.
"Easy, son," Fox cautioned Zack. "Just tell us - in plain basic - what happened to you. Whatever it is, we can fix it. No one in our family can afford to ignore each other anymore."
"Take it from me, kiddo, after what we all have been through, we can help you," Falco added. "You're not alone."
"Falco's right," Markus agreed. "The circumstances may not be the best for you at present, but you came to the right people. Plus, my children would be thrilled to know they have a half-brother related to Fox McCloud himself."
*** Ruusan ***
"I don't know... but we'd be better-defended inside the cave than out here," Jaden pointed out.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"That's a disturbing revelation." Tigress grumbled as she walked to the console to disable the field "The flood are not known to posess the ability to hide from the force, you'd have to sense them at least a little." She finished opening the field and holding her gun up ready to fire, her helmet materializing over her head
Kelsey stood ready for just about anything
Tigress two spartans stood beside her weapons ready.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Not typically she doesn't tend to go without contact for more than a month at most." Keri replied.
"No in fact he's been banned from the establishment, about 2 weeks ago for trashing some tables and a customers meal." Kelli replied. "He's also got a pretty decent 'rap sheet' with the local authorities, somebody keeps letting him out..."
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco city, Dragon'taan ***
'I'll have to run a DNA scan later when i get the opportunity, but for now, Heh the bird speaks of wisdom for once, that's not like him.'
"Didn't know you spoke Aurebesh, Fox." Krystal let out.
*** Ruusan ***
"Alright then, let's go." Asara sighed walking towards the cave followed by Jayd Riku and Nari,
Spyra stood there for a moment taking in the surroundings as if she had some 6th sense about the matter before huffing and turning to follow the others.
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--- Indari Manor Grounds, Draco city, Dragon'taan---
Zack stood there fighting the tears in his eyes as he took a deep breath in and slowly let it out. He released his grip on the set of dog tags that hung from his belt loop, then suddenly jerked the staff free from the ground as it started to retract and placed it back in to the compartment of his cybernetics. He looked to his father, then Falco, Markus and back to his mother. He then looked down at the ground for a moment staring at the small crater. A ringging in his ears
grew louder and louder flashes of recent events zipping in front of his eyes before he snapped back to reality. Zack pulled a flask from his bag and took a good swig from it, the faint smell of alcohol lingered in the air as he took another breath and said, "I kept loosing... First was you dad, then when you stepped in, mom stepped out, I went looking for her, found and technically made friends, faught and won difficult battles lost Star, found both of you then, lost my arm... Then I found the love of my life, who happens to be long lost daughter of your infamous rival...dad... Talk about poetic justice, we even had a child on the way", Zack starts to choke up at this point. "And I Lost Both Of Them!", He added with a louder voice his fist clenched and shaking as he took another swig from the flask. "Cleaned up your mess!", He said pointing at his dad. He then retracted his hand whencing a bit knowing his statement wasn't entirely fair. Zack took another deep breath and let it out. "Crashed into the remains of a broken abandoned home only to find that my own mother doesn't know who I am..." At this time time tears are rolling down his face his whole body shaking as he finished off the flask. "So yeah... I've always kept loosing, but not everything...", Zack then pointed at his mother with his cybernetic arm losing his composure even more "AND I'LL BE DAMNED BEFORE YOU FORGET ME!! I'MA ACTIVATE THA-", just then a feminine voice emanated from Zacks arm. "Ema Activated, oooOoo wow what is this?!", Zack dropped to his knee as his cybernetics went haywire for a good 3 minutes as his new found AI adjusted to her environment. "Oh it's you!", She excitedly responded as Zack gained control over his arm.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
By the time the convoy had parked itself at the entrance of the facility, Weaver's heart was already pounding. He took a deep breath before hopping off the vehicle. What a story this would be if he made it out alive. 'If'? He needed to replace 'if' with 'when.'
Weaver frowned upon hearing Alduah, "Abandoned? Or did something kill them all? There isn't a second exit is there?" There was no way they got this lucky. An entire infestation that just disappeared? Something was wrong. It couldn't be an ambush, unless the Sith was lying to everyone. Did the facility have some kind of automated defenses? That couldn't be it or else the flood wouldn't have been here earlier. Whatever the case, Weaver kept his gun close to his chest and followed the group in. With a third arm however, he held out his explorer's tool, something he had forgotten about until now. It had a suite of sensors, one of which crucially at this moment was a motion detector. It couldn't differentiate between friend or foe, but it was something.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray stepped from the Razorback, the tanks of flamer fuel clanking as the swung and hit each other. He kept the SMG trained on the now-open facility, until Zuka and company entered. He momentarily contemplated gunning the Sith down, but decided he would have a better opportunity later. Slowing his pace, the agent made to take up the rear, going so far as to wait beside the door.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis returned his attention to the celebration, and did not see Malgus stop. He was proud of what little remained of the Mongdrigans. He hoped they’d return to their planet one day, bring it out of its interstellar quarantine.
*Deep Space, Uncharted Sector*
A whirring. A clunk. Sparks flew about the facility as the main reactor began startup procedures. No one started it, no one alive even knew it existed.
Whummmm
The reactor reached capacity, power surged through the facility. Cables sparked and jumped, snaking their way to the central hangar.
To the Commander.
The great steely-blue robot rumbled to life, standing to its full one-hundred and twenty-five foot height. The single red photoreceptor lit up, as the AI began its startup routine.
Booting…
Startup complete…
Analyze………Complete…
Facility Offline…Prepare Onboard Construction…Complete.
As the hangar’s lift carried the Commander to the surface, the exterior blast doors opened with a pneumatic hiss, knocking down trees and tearing apart the earth.
Directive…Error…
The Commander stood on the lift platform for some time as its AI restored old files. The Commander looked about with childlike wonder. The world was beautiful, if it could process such thought. A wonderful thing, to be cherished and treasured. Kept for all time.
Then the Directive arrived.
Last Recorded Activation…999 millennia.
Truthfully, it had been much longer. The AI simply chose to stop counting. But The Commander knew what to do now.
One of the massive gun-like attachments on the Commander’s arm charged, firing a network of beams out, sweeping them across the trees, plants, and animals. Each particle of the beam bound itself to whatever it hit, converted it to energy, and returned it to the Commander.
Soon, the area around the hangar was stripped bare, down to useless dirt. The Commander then pointed the ‘weapon’ at the empty space. A projection appeared in its eye, and the ‘weapon’ discharged. Particlized energy floated to the spot and rematerialized as matter, shaping quickly into a structure. A set of spinning half-domes, rotating opposite each other, generated energy. After a few moments, the Commander fabricated another structure. It looked like an open-air 3d printer. The factory activated, pushing out in only seconds, the first autonomous builder rolled from the platform, and began fabricating its own factory, as the first restarted production. And so on and so on.
Days passed. Weeks, months even. The planet was covered in production facilities. In a titanic citadel, the Commander sat, the AI networked throughout the planet. It was time to expand.
Scanning local system….
Scanning…
Scanning…
Scan complete…no signatures detected. Begin expansion protocols.
Satellites; small, unarmed, and unmanned, but laden. Left the planet in droves, seeking out new planets, or their quarry.
*Trade-Port Gamma Five, Deep Space*
A satellite meandered its way into the Trade Port’s orbit, before shifting orbit to the moon. There, it landed and released its cargo; a builder. Quietly, hidden from the planet’s view, it began to build. A large, horse-shoe shaped structure, almost a football-field across, began to assemble from the particulate energy.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Do you mind if I go inside the facility?" Jade asked hesitantly "We are already aware I can't be infected so I should be relatively safe."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"I actually have, not long ago. It felt like some kind of invisible fist hit me. I actually staggered from it." Magnus replied.
Spade made a connection "that sounds like what happened to you Wrath. It looked like you were hit by something invisible."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Be that as it may, we all need to be together for extraction," Zuka said. The facility halls stretched out before them, ominous and foreboding. In direct contrast to the outside, where the wind and ambient atmosphere provided a constant flow of sound, the interior of the facility was deathly quiet, with only a hollow booming to disturb the near-perfect silence.
"To answer your question, Weaver, there is no secondary entrance or exit that I am aware of - and if the Flood in here somehow got out of the facility, we would have encountered them by now," Alduah told Weaver. "It's... almost as if the Flood inside here just vanished without a trace."
"If the Flood is gone, this would be a golden opportunity to drop the dampening field and beam out," Zuka stated. "Let's press on." The team would head deeper into the facility, never encountering so much as even an infection form. The whole facility seemed truly abandoned. As Alduah lead on, he stopped suddenly, a subtle growl creeping from his throat. His head looked right, then left, into an adjacent hallway surrounding a ramp going up. He paused, then started ascending the Ramp. Zuka and the androids kept close by. When Alduah got to the top of the ramp, he came on a scene he wasn't expecting:
All manner of material was set up as makeshift barricades surrounding what looked to be the computer core. Weapons, dry power cells, bullet casings and empty magazines littered the floor. Blood was present, but no bodies. "This must be where the UNSC personnel from before made their final stand," Zuka surmised.
"This wasn't a final stand," Alduah said. He examined the computer. "... The UNSC personnel were trying to contact UNSC FLEETCOM. This computer... yes, this computer controls the dampening field and the communications array." Alduah looked back at Zuka. "You said you had a ship in orbit?"
"Indeed," Zuka affirmed. He looked to Tigress. "Plug in, get a line to the Allegiance... and pray she's still in orbit."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Indeed," Wrath agreed. "Interesting that the Force has brought you here. It is entirely possible your destiny lay with us."
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fox went to his son's side in an effort to console him. He went to try and pull Zack into a hug, to let him cry on his shoulder. Kyle and Markus both had the same question, but it was Markus who put it to words: "Mind explaining what exactly is going on, Ema?"
"Well, I'ma go grab a bite to eat - where's the best restaurant?" Falco asked.
"That'd be Sol's Bar & Grille, in the Restaurant District," Kyle said. "But you might want to wait till we calm Zack down."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Strange," Blythe stated, "You'd think something happened..."
"Maybe he'll steer clear now, now that he got his a** handed to him by a woman," Katt commented.
*** Ruusan ***
Bahkriid ventured into the cave, deeper and deeper, until she came to the central chamber. What was there wasn't the thought bomb - but it was still something she wasn't expecting to see. What seemed the spirit of a Sith Lord sat meditating in the center of the chamber, seemingly oblivious to the fact he now had guests.
"Lord Kaan..." Bahkriid whispered.
*** Torgus Prime ***
"Not what you were expecting, I know," Torrentus finally spoke to Travis. "You've done good work for me, mister Drake. And I am pleased. Credits were transferred to your account, as agreed."
"Thank you, my lord... but something else came up," Travis said. "The last target let slip something about a planned op against someone named Indari. Said they'd strike as soon as they had an opening."
"Did they?" Torrentus asked. She thought for a moment, then said, "Might be referring to Kyle Indari... regardless, we'll want to warn him."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Something feels off here I don't have any telepathy, nor the force ,but something tells me that something is about to happen." TIgress grumbled as she walked up to the console and began to try and contact thier ship. "What about the field though?" Tigress asked as she typed. "This is definitely an older forerunner system." she added.
Kelsy kept a good watch using her thermal vision on her helmet to see if she could spot anything hiding. "It's too quiet in here, even for a Forerunner structure."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Not much I can do about it." Keri replied.
"Maybe ,but this is the second time , first time I drop kicked him to the ground, but i'd expect freebirth scum like him to be weak..." Kelli replied, walking back to her table, and sitting down "Did we get our food ,yet" she asked her mate sitting at the table "Or did that pig screw things up again?"
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Krystal just stood there, seemily unphased by what was going on in front of her, it appears she was ignoring Zack. A hologram of another vixen appeared on her shoulder, Serena her old AI looked at Zack, evaluating the situation. "Why do you call me mom? And this time in basic so the others can hear you." Krystal asked again, with a bit of irritation in her voice this time for having to repeat herself, her hand moving to something on her belt, the memories of Cornerians insulting her in more than just voices coming back , her eyes beginign to glow.. as the anger inside her began to rise.....
*** Ruusan ***
"Who is this Kaan?" Asara asked as she stepped near With Spyra jayd and Riku near her, Nari remained back in case her 'powers' effected the spirit.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray grit his teeth, sweeping the interior of the facility with his weapon. As the team reached the ramp to the ramp to the computer core, the agent knelt, keeping the ramp covered. He waved back at the team, without looking, signaling them to continue without him. One, the agent figured, he’d be able to stop an ambush before it happens. Two, if the Sith rat tried to run, Ray would gun him down. Two birds, one very upset and lost Foundation Agent.
*Dromund Kaas*
The scent of the yozusk’s meat roasting on open fires filled the air, as Mongdrigans took shifts in cutting the fallen tree apart. It’s timber would be used to fuel their stoves, as well as being carved into various objects.
*Trade-Port Gamma Five*
The little builder unit discharged the last of its particulate energy, and the teleported frame activated with an almighty roar, sending a massive energy surge through the local space.
A sudden power surge from the dark side of the moon would register on almost all available scanners.
But it was too late.
Warbots, designed for ground domination and air/orbital suppression marched in an endless, ten by ten stream from the teleporter rift. Among them scuttled more builders. They had their own cadre of defending warbots, as they moved in seemingly directions. But it was all calculated.
The builders separated themselves from the teleporter, driving hundreds of feet away from each other. They began carving into the lunar surface; large, flat, square depressions a hundred feet long on all sides.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Weaver had a very bad feeling about all of this. Clear signs of a battle, but no bodies? It was more than just the Flood that just vanished. And what did Zuka mean by 'still in orbit'? He had a guess of what had happened. Perhaps the crew above sent down another rescue team, having narrowed down what was causing the interference. Then perhaps the team fought their way to the console, and told the ship to beam the team up, except that the ship beamed up more than just the team, and included the Flood too on accident. Maybe they thought they had other survivors with them? Or perhaps the facility did something to interfere with the teleportation and just vaporized everyone.
"Hang on, you don't think your ship accidentally beamed up the survivors along with all of the flood?"
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---Indari Manor Grounds, Draco city, Dragon'taa---
"Rosuijo 0ei uho", Zack weakly responded as he pulled himself up to his feet with a hurt look in his eyes.
Ema piped up to Fox. "To be honest, I'm missing key details since I just got here, but I do have this recording from my predecessor instructed to be played upon my activation."
Just then a hologram Of James appeared projecting from Zacks cybernetics, his eyes widen as he looked apon his fallen AI "are yo-",Zack managed to get out before abruptly being cut off with a hand gesture from James, "before you ask no, I'm not the James you knew, I am but a limited prerecorded algorithm", James noted before continuing.
"I saw this coming... 369417639 possible outcomes and this is the one where you survived, I sadly could not, which is why I worked on Ema in secret, she is young, but very bright with full spatial awareness and reflexive capabilities. I know after your battle with the appiroids would be a true test of will, I know you are hurt in more ways than one, but don't lose hope... He's out there... Your so-" , the hologram cut out before Ema spoke again, "The file is corrupted beyond that."
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Zuka shook his head. "No, they didn't. If the Allegiance beamed them up, they'd have beamed us up, as well," he said. "Whatever UNSC Personnel were here... they were taken by the Flood."
"Scary," Jace commented.
"We need to stay focused," Alduah said. "Contact the--"
It was then that the voice of Zuka's Spartan Companion, nickname "Frosty", filled the air. "--repeat, any UNSC personnel, if you can hear me on this channel, please acknowledge this transmission!"
"Frosty, it's Zuka," the Sangheili spoke.
"Zuka! I was worried - been trying to raise you for hours. What's your status?" Frosty asked.
"Let's just say we're eager to get the **** off this world - place has been a deathtrap every step we took," Zuka said. "I'll explain once we're aboard, but we need to beam out ASAP."
"I'd love to, but there's a dampening field in place that's scattering the transporter beam," Frosty reported.
"We will be dropping the field soon, just be ready," Zuka advised the Spartan.
"Dropping the field to get us out is gonna be tricky," Alduah said. "We can start the process, but for a field this big, it'll take time according to these readouts. And there's another danger - failsafes. Ten to one, the creators of this facility rigged the equipment against this kind of tampering - failsafes would kick in to raise the field back up when we drop it. Needless to say, we'll have only one shot at this."
"Fortunately, one shot is all we need," Zuka said, drawing his Storm Rifle. "Do it." He nodded to Tigress.
The instant she would start the process, however, there would be an alarm klaxon, followed by an alien, primal scream from multiple sources that echoed everywhere. "That doesn't sound good," Kaylee commented. "Everyone, ready weapons! We make our stand here!" Zuka cried out. "Ray, get your *** behind the barricades if you want to beam out with us!"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Katt sat patiently waiting for her food when a pink dragoness walked in. She looked behind her. "Come on, you big softie, let's find us a table."
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fox sighed, then looked back at Krystal. For a bit, he didn't say a word. When he did, he said, "Krystal, we can't ignore this. I came here to reconnect with you. You have a happy marriage to Markus - and I have no intention of disrupting that. But look at him..." Fox indicated Zack. "... he needs you. He needs us. We can't turn away our son."
"Fox is right," Markus told Krystal. "This in no way hurts us. Zack needs our help, Krystal; look at him. I can tell by looking at him he's telling the truth. He is a broken man who's lost everything. We can make this right - you can make this right. You did it for me... do it once more for your son. Our son. I may not be his father, but I would still consider him family."
*** Ruusan ***
"Lord Kaan, leader of the Brotherhood of Darkness during the Sith Wars," Bahkriid said. "I... had thought his spirit disappeared when the Thought Bomb here was undone."
"There has to be a reason he's here now," Jaden suggested.
*** Warship Tanuklanav, Torgus Prime Orbit ***
Travis walked onto the bridge of his ship where his crew snapped to attention. "Helm, plot a course for Dragon'taan, maximum Transwarp Velocity," Travis commanded as he assumed the Captain's chair.
"I take it we have our next assignment," surmised Travis' XO, a male deer.
"More or less," Travis responded. "But we need to hurry."
"Course laid in, captain," reported the female fox at the helm.
"Engage," Travis said, sitting back. The Tanuklanav turned a fill 180 degrees, made for the edge of the system, and went to Transwarp.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Tigress continued working on the console, then slammed her fist into the side of it "Please do not damage the equipment." A voice apparently the Forerunner Ai in the system said "THEN LOWER THE DAMPENING FIELD!" Tigress barked. "affirmative lowering dampening field." The Ais said just as the alarm went off "What's that?" Tigress asked. "the creators of this facility put in an alarm in case the field went down considering this is a containment zone, field powering down, have a nice day." The Ai replied "Greeeat" Tigress growled turning around as she prepared her weapons,
Kelsey who was already ready twitched a little bit and Tigress two spartans hunkered down, Tigress put down what appeared to be a energy barricade in front of her her Spartan's and Kelsey it was big enough for a couple others to get behind but they'd find that their shots would go through the back while the front of the barrier would stop anything short of a huge explosive...
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kelli sighed and sat back down waiting for her order. "Sometimes I tire of being a trueborn warrior of the clan." she muttered.
"Why you calling me soft?" Kanan asked, confused "Is that one of Krystal's relatives?" He asked pointing to the red she-wolf sitting at a table
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"How do I know this is not some setup by our enemies?" Krystal sighed "You both know, that not everyone is our ally in this universe? "Everything isn't crystal clear..." she began, turning to Markus.
She quickly asked Zack "Kxod nx0 tat 0ei dek cajkod ke mo?" turning her attention back to Markus.
"What does 'the force' tell you, Markus?" She asked closing her eyes, those nearby who could sense emotion could feel that Krystal was very conflicted and various feelings of sadness and anger were welling up inside her as she stood there...
*** Ruusan ***
"What is his spirit doing here?" Asara asked
"And why is he here?" Nari asked , the others remaining silent.
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***Dromund Kaas***
"Wrath, would Lord Malgus have the time to train him? I mean I don't plan on leaving this galaxy any time soon so it might be best if Magnus here had some training before he joins us." Spade turned to Magnus and asked him, "Or would you rather train with Wrath?"
After some consideration Magnus replied with; "seeing as you are busy, I think I should train with Lord Malgus for now."
***Unknown Planet***
Hearing the scream Jade paled before saying "I normally don't curse but **** this is scary. Can I have a weapon that doesn't need aiming to be effective please?"
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*** Unknown Planet ***
The former UNSC personnel being taken by the Flood made much more sense in retrospect, and Weaver felt a little dumb with his more convoluted idea. He should've applied Occam's razor, but then again, he did just escape a nightmare creature. Logic need not apply.
The spider flinched at the distant screaming, "I thought this facility was abandoned! Were they just too far away to sense? Ah forget it... here we go!" He looked to Jade, "Sorry, I only brought this one gun. Couldn't really carry anymore. Maybe someone has a sidearm?"
Weaver retreated towards the back of the group. Everyone else had military training, and it would be better to give them space to take clear shots. That's not to say Weaver would hide. He'd take to the walls, the ceiling even if it wasn't too high. He had his SAW ready in two arms, his third arm clinging to a surface, and his Rifter charging up on his fourth, ready as the ultimate panic button. It had been a bit since he last used it, and he was certain that the first use would land correctly, but he'd need a clear idea of what he wanted to pull through the rift, or who knows what would come out.
His suit chirped, "AREA CLEAR OF FRIENDLIES. BURST SHIELD ENABLED." An enhanced version of an energy shield that would pulse and knock enemies away, although it was indiscriminate in who it targeted. The final burst of a broken shield was particularly vicious, usually electrocuting everything nearby.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray backed up the ramp, gun sweeping any opening he thought the infected would come from. “Sith…worm,” he hissed. “Set us all up, I bet…ought to drop him, soon as I see him.” The agent slung the SMG, bringing the flamer to bear. Snuffing the igniter, Ray doused the ramp in fuel, until he reached the top. He switched tanks, reignited, and set the whole thing ablaze. The fuel would burn for a minute or so, so the agent thought. He made his way into the control room, and began switching tanks.
“Couldn’t sense ‘em, huh,” he sniped at Alduah.
*Trade Port Gamma-Five*
The builder units chirrupped as their tasks completed. In the large square divots now sat large engines, chugging and rumbling quietly.
The Commander’s subroutine, one specifically allocated to such things, blipped.
/Annihilation protocols available/
The Commander would’ve smiled, had it the capacity for emotion. Instead, it simply responded.
/Activate protocol/
The engines suddenly flared to life, giving Gamma-5’s moon a strange back lighting.
The tides on Gamma-5 shifted suddenly, moving erratically. It took astronomical droids but a few seconds to report.
The moon was moving. Fast.
The engines flares burned from a dull blue to a brilliant white, as they shoved the celestial mass. It was difficult to notice from the planet, as the moon shifted from its alignment. Within moments, it drifted across the sky, perpendicular to its orbit. Gradually gaining speed, until it ripped across the sky like an errant comet. The engines adjusted, pushing the moon towards the planet. Satellites, stations, and ships unlucky enough to be in the moon’s path were obliterated by its sheer mass as drove ever onward to the planet.
Atmosphere burned as the moon entered it, carbonizing the surface of both celestial bodies. The moon collided with an open ocean, evaporating the water as it careened into the planet’s surface.
The two bodies collided, super heating both into, first, a hell storm of molten rock. Then, the planet fractured, right through to the core, as the molten masses intertwined.
Then the planet ruptured. Massive chunks of superheated rock soared through space, colliding with any and all space craft still in the vicinity. The cacophony of planetary death echoed mutely through space, picked up by listening satellites systems away.
Then it went quiet. All life, either snuffed or evacuated. Debris drifted in loose orbits, still following the once-planet’s path.
In all, from the first satellite landing to the death of the planet; Twenty three minutes.
The Commander calculated the event. Thirteen percent less efficient than projected. But, more than that, this was an open invitation of war. Organics had polluted the galaxy. A great reset was required.
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---Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
"Nx0 tatd'k 0ei rocaolo mo? A hud ed u rak ev vuakx semadw xoho kubadw utlaso vhem udt idvumacauh theat nouhadw Fara's vuso",Zack quickly snapped back.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
"Jade, catch!" Jace called out, tossing over a Plasma Repeater Rifle. "Just point and shoot! Knowing typical Flood swarm tactics, you're unlikely to miss!"
"Here they come!!!" Kaylee called out. Per her prediction, a wave of Infection and Combat Forms came charging at them. "Open fire!" Zuka shouted, right before opening up on the swarm. Alduah zapped one form after the other with bolts of lightning. Jace and Kaylee opened up on them with MA5D Assault Rifles.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"It would probably be best if Malgus trained him," Wrath said. "And if we hurry, we may still catch him while he's at the Mongdrigan camp." And with that, Wrath resumed for the aforementioned camp.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I call you a lot of names, Kanan - doesn't mean I think--" Kira stopped on Kanan's second questionn, looking at who he was indicating. "I... think so? I'm not really sure. I can't be expected to keep up with all of Aunt Krystal's relatives, you know."
"I know," Malcolm sighed. "Not much easier to be the son of two galactic legends, either." Malcolm patted Kelli's hand. "We'll manage."
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Markus cupped Krystal's chin lightly in his hand, and gently would bring Krystal to look him in the eyes. "Even in my untrained state, I can sense Zack is telling the truth. Look into me. I can help you calm - and we can help Zack reclaim what he lost," he said tenderly.
"He isn't wrong, Krystal," Kyle agreed, approaching Zack. He put his hands on his shoulders and said, "You are most welcome here, old friend. I must admit, though, you picked a hell of a good time to stop by - the Marauder Festival is soon. And we have a lot of catching up to do!"
*** Ruusan ***
"Don't you read history?" Bahkriid scoffed. "Ruusan was where Lord Kaan was when he died - consumed by the Thought Bomb." She looked to Jaden. "Didn't your master unravel that bomb, though?"
"He did," Jaden affirmed.
"Then why the hell is Kaan's spirit here now?" Akarkek asked.
"I don't know - let's go ask him," Bahkriid jubilantly suggested.
"Are you sure that's a good idea?" Jaden queried.
*** Warship Tanuklanav, en route to Dragon'taan ***
Travis read over the recent shipboard reports as his ship sped to Dragon'taan, but he couldn't get the dire warning out of his head. The Tal Shiar had to be stupid to try and assassinate the head of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps - such an act would guarantee the DMC slaughtering them. But the last target he pursued was clear - Kyle Indari had been marked. The question on Travis' mind was, what did the Tal Shiar stand to gain by assassinating him?
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Tigress fired away at the infection forms with what appeared to be some sort of machine gun "Ugh what a mess." She grumbled
Kelsey also fired away at every flood infection form she could get a clear shot at.
The two spartans fired dual type-25 plasma rifles into the crowd of infection forms.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"But, softy is not my name and kinda hurtful." kanan replied drooping his head a little in a faux dissapointment.
"Speaking of which where is your father?" Kelli asked.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Krystal gently pulled away from Markus, her eyes still shut. "Nx0 te 0ei vooc kxo doot ke tajero0 mo? Te A dek tojohlo olod u jfosb ev xedeh?" she asked Zack, starting to walk to him eyes closed
"You speak of need?" Krystal asked "Where were you when I needed you, Fox? Where was Lylat? It's fairly clear to me that nobody needed me in lylat, everybody treated me like some object to be owned, I was 'Fox's Girl', well they were wrong, one hundred percent dead wrong, I'm not some object to be owned by one person, I'm my own being my own person, and I made my own choices and what happened? I was told i was wrong by the majority of Cornerians, insulted behind my back for going against what other people though I was suppose to do.
At least Wolf gave me a chance, not snickers and insults for going against what people perceived as what I was suppose to do." Krystal said as she approached Zack.
Taking a deep breath, she opened her eyes smacked Zack across the face, not using her claws, not in a playful way ,but not very hard either, then before Zack could even respond to the smack, or even recoil from it she hung her head on his shoulder crying, and wrapped her arms around him in a hug. 'I'm sorry' she would say to Zack telepathically . "Vulcans have spent their entire life, suppressing emotion, I won't even pretend that I have even half of that." she sobbed just crying into Zack's shoulder.
*** Ruusan ***
"History does not always tell the full truth." Asara noted.
"We came here to study the force that dwells in this place we didn't have time to study the history." Spyra added.
"Not all Sith are pure evil psychopaths..." Nari said, pointing to Bahkriid, as an example. "Go ahead ask him, I will remain here in case my 'aura' disturbs this force spirit."
Jayd nodded in responce to Bahkriid.
Riku looked around the cavern "I would think he'd be the best one to ask why he's here." she said.
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All though Zacks telepathy was hindered he didn't need it to see what she ment.
"Roadw u 0eih sxact teoj dek moud A'm u jculo, A um ud utick kxuk sud mubo sxeasoj... 0ei kuiwxk mo kxuk nxod 0ei covk", Zack responded unfazed by the slap.
"Those two words are what I needed to hear... Thank you, I understand what you are going through, because I am you", he added comforting his mother, pulling her into a deeper hug.
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***Unknown Planet***
Jade caught the rifle and let it rip.
***Dromund Kaas***
"How about you come with us for now to find Malgus" Spade told Magnus.
Magnus nodded and followed them.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
It would be difficult to actually miss any shots fired into the oncoming swarm, but blind firing into the crowd wasn't necessarily the best idea. Weaver had the advantage of getting a clear overhead view of the battlefield, and thus was in a better position to pick his targets and prioritize what he thought were the most dangerous threats. He didn't really know the differences between one Flood to another, but in general, he chose to focus on whatever was biggest and closest to the group.
Still unfamiliar to the gun, Weaver fired his SAW in bursts to control the recoil and to better hit the targets he was after. He tried to keep track of which way the battle was going, so he could adapt accordingly.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray hosed the oncoming swarm with a mix of SMG munitions and flames, keeping the flame units braced on his hip, the SMG spraying wildly in his free paw. The Flood, he noted, weren’t as sturdy against the wall of lead and plasma that the small team produced, but didn’t seem too effected by fire. 610 life forms, from what Ray remembered of the footage, were the opposite. But the Flood seemed less organized, and didn’t leave patches of itself growing on the facility’s surfaces.
Ka-klack.
Ray winced as the SMG’s bolt clattered to a stop, trying to catch a round that wasn’t there. The agent swore, inaudible over the gunfire (and his own ringing ears), and tossed the weapon to the side, grabbing the supporting grip for the flamer. Until that, too, choked on an empty fuel canister. He knelt, feeding another tank in, and resuming the torrent of fire. His paws were slick, sweat pooling in the PVC gloves he wore. The flamer burned hot, enough to worry the agent about the state of his gloves. But he ignored his discomfort, focusing on the swifter death by the Flood.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
The first wave of Flood just came and came. Infection and Combat forms just rushed them, unarmed but gurgling as though trying to bellow war cries. In the back, rapidly advancing, were several Carrier forms - giant, bulbous incubators that carried as many as a half dozen or more infection forms. Their favored tactic was to run up to their targets and explode, disorienting their target and giving the infection forms they carry a chance to overwhelm and infect them with the Flood Virus. However, Alduah remembered that their tendency to explode could be used against the Flood themselves, given their swarm mentality.
Alduah snarled, gestured with his arms, and held them wide as he created a Lightning Storm in the general vicinity of those carriers. Just as he expected, the carrier forms exploded, and when they did, they set off several explosive devices multiple other Combat Forms now arriving were carrying. The explosions ripped through the swarm, tearing large swaths in the formation. The stragglers would be picked off by the team.
"Is that it?" one of the androids asked.
"No," Zuka responded. "There will be more. Everyone, reload if you can; I'd wager the next wave will hit us soon." Jace and Kaylee reloaded their weapons, and the Androids, being armed with Laser Rifles and Plasma Rifles powered by Microfusion Cells, also reloaded. Just as they did this, another alarm klaxon sounded, and once again, there came the swarm, much larger than last time. Zuka was the first to open fire on them. Kaylee primed and lobbed a Plasma Grenade at them, which latched onto one of the forms and detonated, taking several other Combat forms - who were also carrying grenades - in a series of explosions that ripped a hole in the advancing formation.
"Everyone - these guys are carrying explosives! Set them off! We may be able to stop them before they reach us!" Kaylee called out.
(OOC: Feel free to add in your characters setting off explosions of their own)
*** Dromund Kaas ***
It was well into Dusk that Wrath reached Malgus as he was getting ready to leave the Mongdrigan camp. He bowed before Malgus.
"Darth Malgus," Wrath greeted him.
Malgus returned the bow. "Lord Wrath," he replied. "I trust you were successful on Korriban?"
"I confirmed that Klingon and Romulan Scavengers were trying to scavenge the tombs, though I don't know what they were expecting to find," Wrath explained. "Then I came back and promptly ran into this young man..." Wrath indicated Magnus, "... who evidently has a powerful connection to the Force."
"I sensed as much when he arrived," Malgus said. He turned his gaze to Magnus. "Now that the Force seems to have manifested itself in you, young Magnus... we cannot ignore it. We can teach you to use the Force, to wield it, and you could become Sith as we, but unlike the previous iterations of the Sith, we will not Force this on you. The choice is yours - will you train with us to become Sith and a part of the Reborn Sith Order?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"It's a term of endearment, sweetheart," Kira assured him with a kiss on the cheek.
"Last I saw him, he was getting ready for pre-festival functions at Indari Manor," Malcolm said.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Markus stood for a moment, then approached Krystal and Zack. "Zack... you should know, you have siblings here on Dragon'taan and on New Cerinia," Markus spoke, "In fact, one of them is due to arrive any--"
"Dad, did I miss something?" came the voice of the elder daughter, Saraabi. Standing nearby was a tiger-fox hybrid, with a young boy walking next to her and a young girl hoisted up in her arms. Markus smiled.
"Speak of the devil, right on time. Zack... meet your sister, Saraabi," Markus stated. "Saraabi... this is your brother, Zack." Saraabi looked dumbstruck for a good ten seconds, then comprehension dawned.
"Oh! Okay! I didn't realize... okay, that's cool," she said. "But why is mom crying?"
"Long story," Markus and Fox both said in unison.
"Mommy, who is that?" the little boy asked. Saraabi's smile broadened.
"That, kiddo, is your Uncle Zack," Saraabi said.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The Tanuklanav arrived over Dragon'taan, and quickly asked for and received clearance to beam down to the surface. What Travis didn't tell them, however, was the nature of his visit. He let them believe h was taking part in the Festival; in truth, he came here to warn Kyle Indari of his alleged death mark by the Tal Shiar - though Travis felt Indari wouldn't be surprised. he'd had death marks on him before. So he had to give an appearance of wanting to partake in the festival.
So he beamed down just outside the Spaceport, and started walking in a random direction - toward the Military District, just in case he caught wind of some new contracts there.
*** Ruusan ***
Bahkriid approached the spirit of Lord Kaan, and he opened his eyes to look right at her. Though he stood, he didn't say anything for a good thirty seconds. "You are not like the others who came through here," He finally said. "You are Sith."
"That's right," Bahkriid responded.
"What are you doing here?" Kaan asked.
"I could ask the same of you - I thought you were dead," Bahkriid responded.
"I am - or, I was," Kaan admitted. "I am not entirely certain what tore me from my slumber - but I can tell you it was powerful."
"What has drawn the power of the Force here?" Bahkriid inquired.
"Me," Kaan said. "I have spent years drawing the power of the Force to this forgotten world. It was my hope to attract the attention of a powerful Sith with the knowledge of Force Walking to take me away from this world."
*** Trade Port Gamma-Five ***
An RCS-Class Armored Cruiser came out of Slipspace at what was left of Gamma-Five. What the crew saw, they couldn't explain. They didn't have the words. They ran several sensor sweeps, and found no survivors.
Then they found remnants of something that should not have been there. It was unclear if this thing had intentionally caused this mess or accidentally, but one thing was clear: This had to be reported. The Cruiser immediately went back to Slipspace and sped off to Sangheilios.
This could signify a new threat to the region.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Kelsey expertly was able to snipe a few more of the explosives out of the next waves malformed arms as well as a few carrier forms, Tigress meanwhile used her fast firing heavy machine gun to clear any flood that got too close.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I know I'm just playing with you." Kanan replied, as he followed Kira.
"I see." Kelli replied "I don't think I've met him in person yet, we never seem to get home when he's around."
Kari would enter Sol's and find herself a seat sighing once she saw Kelli, Kanan and their mates.
** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
A slightly greyish blue Fox walked up to Saarabi almost tripping over the smaller fox-tiger hybrid "Whoa there, sorry Son." he said backing up a little "Sorry I'm late i dropped almost everything." he said huffing as he pulled his backpack back into position, his eyes focused on Krystal, pupile dialating a little. "Ooohh sithspit."
"Speaking of which, there was something about an arm i'm recalling." Krystal said through tears, She paused for a second before pointing to Fox, I'm going to be as respectful as possible here, I'm sorry to cut this short, but I need time to myself,
Fox, I don't want to see you, I don't want to sense you, I don't even want to hear about you for awhile,
just give me some time to recollect my thoughts these memories are very painful."
Krystal began,
Zack you have some choices to make, your an adult so you can make you own decisions, but know that my home is open to you, if you feel like staying there or visiting. 'But if you need me I'll be inside'. She would say to Zack telepathically.
Markus, I need your mental fortitude right now, please come with me inside." Krystal finished taking a deep breath and letting go of Zack, having held him in a hug for at least thirty minutes or more, she turned to head inside Indari manor to recollect her thoughts, less she lash out at everyone in a way she didn't want to.
Serena would pop up on the lawn and look around "Well that's....interesting, Zack, Fox I have information for both of you, Zack, Can Your new Ai take this information? Fox, I need access to a datapad or something for the information I'm giving you."
*** Ruusan ***
"Force walking? that's a rather rare ability these days, or rare to know who can do it." Nari pointed out.
"So you have No idea what brought you back here?" Asara asked?"
The others just stood back, listening and waiting.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
Weaver couldn't figure out which Flood had explosives and which didn't through the chaos of combat. It wouldn't have mattered anyways, as he didn't have a method of triggering the explosives, lacking any kind of energy damage or explosives of his own. His SAW was now down one magazine, only leaving him the four left in the bag. At the very least, none of the Flood seemed interested in trying to scale the walls, if they even could.
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***Unknown Planet***
Jade had a potentially useful idea. She gently set down the rifle before taking out her bag. "Please be in here...Aha!" She pulled out a prototype plasma grenade, similar to the explosive she used earlier, but mush less powerful, she pulled the safety pin and threw it into the swarm. The initial explosion was quickly drowned out by the sound of the explosives on the swarm going off. "Yes!"
***Dromund Kaas***
"Yes" Magnus said without hesitation. "I will"
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Zack stood there for a moment in a awkward silence for a bit unsure how to respond. *Siblings? I'm an uncle? I was going to be a fath- no! None of that right now, later...* He thought to himself. Ema chimed in over to Serena while holding Zacks cybernetic hand out towards Serena "I have data transmitters in the finger tips", Ema responded
"Zack, I need permission to accept", Ema said waiting for a response, "granted," Zack said as he snapped out of his thoughts.
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*Unknown Planet*
Each explosion doubled Ray’s vision, the concussive force focused through the hall. He staggered backwards, view swimming as he swept the flame unit back and forth across what ragged front the Flood could produce. He wished he’d worn a helmet.
*Deep Space*
The Commander would’ve felt pleased, if he could’ve processed such emotions. But instead, the destruction of Gamma-5 simply checked a virtual box on his virtual list. He observed, through powerful satellite arrays, as the Cruiser drifted into what would’ve been Gamma-5’s local space. An anomaly, he thought, an added variable to an impossibly complex equation. With a few lines of code, a scout was deployed. Equipped with FTL signature sniffers, it would easily track where the Cruiser came from, and where it was going, even after it left.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
The explosions tore apart the Flood's force, and very few survived. What few did were put down by Zuka and the Spartans.
"Running low on Ammo, here!" Jace called out.
"Same here!" Kaylee added.
"My rifle's power is nearly dry," Zuka said. "How much longer until--" Zuka stopped short when he saw a massive tidal wave of Flood heading straight for them. Infection forms, Carrier Forms, and combat forms all charging. "... Andrew, if you can hear me, I could use some help right now..." It was completely unexpected, then, when a high-pitched whistle blew once, then twice, and the tidal wave of Flood suddenly stopped in their tracks, then turned and left. There were no further attacks.
"What the hell was that?" Jace demanded. "Why would they retreat?!"
"They didn't," Zuka surmised. "The whistle. They were called away." He looked to Alduah. "Thoughts?"
"If I had to guess, I'd say these Flood aren't an infestation barely contained in this facility - someone's controlling it. But who... and why--" The Vulpine Sith Lord was cut off when the whole facility made a high-pitched thrum that got lower in pitch quickly - a sign of something powering down.
"Allegiance to Ground team - the Dampening field is down! We have a lock on you all - prep for transport!" came Frosty's message. Before Zuka could advise everyone to close their eyes, they all would be wrapped in a flash of blue light and then, after sustained light, would find themselves on the bridge of the UNSC Allegiance. A Spartan approached Zuka.
"That was a near-miss down there," he told him. "I imagine you all were running low on ammo."
"Some of us were, Andrew," Zuka said. He reached out and embraced his old friend. "But you got us out of there just in time."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Malgus knelt down before Magnus. "Understand this, young one: Training to become Sith is not an easy task. It's challenging, and at times, seems impossible, and even if you succeed, it tends to be a hard life. Are you sure you want to do this?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I know," Malcolm admitted. "He tends to be a busy man, but tries to make time for his family when he can. That's why I wanted you along for the festival this year; Marauder Festival's one of the few event he's always home for." He paused to take a drink. "Be a great time to introduce yourself."
Kira sat down at a table adjacent to Kelli and Malcolm, waiting for Kanan.
At the same time, a Tiger dressed in a mercenary outfit entered the busy restaurant. He looked about, and spotted this lonely-looking fox that seemed like she could use some company. He willingly approached her and cleared his throat. "Mind if I join you?" he asked Kari.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Don't worry about Krystal, Zack," Kyle assured Zack as Markus went inside with Krystal, "She'll be back in no time. Markus really does help her in times like this."
"If I'm not needed here, I'm gonna go grab a bite to eat," Falco stated as he started for the gate.
"Head for Sol's," Fara called out after him, "We'll meet up with you there later." Falco flashed a thumb's-up in response, after which Fara returned her attention to Zack. "Which reminds me, Zack - do try to go easy on Falco - bird's been through a lot, what with being possessed by Sith Spirits and nearly driven insane."
"I'll take that data, too, Serena - I could use a map of the city," Fox told the AI. "I don't remember ever being in Draco City before, so a map would be useful for getting around."
*** Ruusan ***
"I'm not sure what brought me back except it was very powerful and brought me back for a purpose," Kaan said.
"And Force Walking... indeed, it is rare, but as it happens, my master taught me the art in the initial stages of my training, as a way to add to my power if such an opportunity arose," Bahkriid stated. "But why would you want that? You'd basically be bound to me until I release you, assuming I ever released you at all."
"I'd rather be bound to another than spend eternity stuck on the world that was the site of my most humiliating and devastating defeat," Kaan snarled. "Bane tricked me into destroying myself here, along with all my followers. I wish to leave this place."
-
As the nightmare Flood host bore down, an unending tide to crash against their meager wall, Ray simply dropped to his knees. His vision shook, swam and doubled, no doubt from the onslaught of detonations, and loss of hope. The flamer clanged to the floor, the last canister thumping empty against the floor. The SMG followed, clattering a few feet away. The agent wasn’t even cognizant of the whistle, or the horde retreating. He came to just as the blue light washed his vision out.
As he appeared on the bridge, Ray simply slumped to the side and threw up. He lay curled, his sick mere inches from his head. He’d had enough of today.
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*** Allegiance bridge, in orbit of Unknown Planet ***
"Uugh I think I left my stomach planet side." Tigress grumbled, reaching for her stomach as she hunched over a bit.
Kelsey looked around then took off her helmet. "always carry more than you need." she noted, looking to Tigress "She'll be fine, she get's teleporter sickness." the Mandalorian fox added.
"Do we need a medic for him?" one of the spartans Tigress brought along asked, pointing to Ray. "No but you'll need one for STOP!!" The other spartan said as a crewmate walked over ray's stomach contents on the floor tripping and falling. The spartan responded with a facepalm...
Two light blue cat like jedi with darker blue Tiger stripes approached Alduah unarmed, both in ancient battle armor like that used by the jedi of the old republic "Alduah,"the male begain "The force has called upon you." The female added, "Will you answer the call of the force?" the Male continued "The force has called us to take you to Ruusan." The female finished.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"And what about this, concert?" Kelli asked
"Kinda odd for someone to ask to sit near me." Kari sighed "But I don't mind." the blue vixen added.
as Kanan sat down he looked at Kari oddly "Is that who I think it is?"
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"This is going to be alot of Data Ema, Bios for all of Zack's Releatives, plus acouple notable figures of the Indari family aside from Kyle, Clearance codes to Krystal's manor back on New Cernia and a few other things." Serena said touching the robotic arm and transferring all of the data. "Along with that Krystal has some recommended places for Zack to go get a ship or upgrade one he has, though I'm not sure if Tigress is back from Reach, yet Keri should be able to handle it." Serena explained, turning to Fox.
"Well that was kinda the idea, along with a place to possibly if you wanted to get a new Great Fox since i didn't see you come in on your own ship, for that you'll probably want to Head to Tigress' Armory when you get the chance, she's not the only one who does made to order ships ,but she's the only one nearbye, i think." Serena said uploading the map tot he city along with a few other things Fox would need. "Try not to get lost."
Kayle looked at Zack. "Well Bro standing there isn't gonna do you any good, maybe you should come inside and play with your niece and nephew?" he asked setting a hand onto the fox's shoulder "Welcome to the family."
Once Krystal and Markus got to their own room Krystal completely broke down in tears "How could I do such a thing?" She sobbed "How Could I leave him behind like that?" the Blue vixen continued. "I should have done better, Am I a failure of a mother?"she asked leaning into Markus.
*** Ruusan ***
"Being stuck on a planet like this for along time would get boring fast, there's not much here, especially in this cave." Nari noted.
"Why can you not leave this place?" Asara asked, not fully understanding why this spirit was stuck here.
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***Unknown Planet***
The moment she heard the whistle she immediately froze eyes wide; she stayed that way even after getting teleported. "That whistle... I know that whistle."
***Dromund Kaas***
"I've made up my mind and that is what I want." Magnus confirmed.
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*** Unknown Planet ***
The massive wave of Flood that came in almost got Weaver to make the gamble and deploy his Rifter, if not for the whistle that caused the swarm to withdraw. After the last of them left, Weaver hopped down to regroup with the team. He didn't get a chance to say something before being teleported. This wasn't the first time he had been teleported, among other forms of instantaneous travel, and thus didn't suffer from the teleportation sickness that two other members seemingly had.
"Okay, what just happened? We seriously lucked out, which I mean, I'll freaking take it that's for sure, but just... what?" He paused, "Is this the third time I've lucked out today? I must have a guardian angel or something..." Surviving the crash, immediately getting the attention of a rescue team, and now having the oncoming onslaught of enemies be called back for mysterious reasons. Luck did indeed shine on this day. Had he even done anything? Unless being lucky to be around was an actual power, Weaver didn't do a whole lot to contribute to his own survival. That was a bit depressing.
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---Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Zack nodded with a small smile twords Kyle while Ema sorted through the data.
"Yeah, I can relate... I mean to be fair Falco and I haven't had a whole lot of interaction", Zack responded to Fara
"Thank you", he said to Kayle.
---Sol's Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Sitting at the bar was a young blue avian wearing a flight suit with a pair of aviators on, drinking a bloody marry.
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Planet Orbit ***
"Wasn't a guardian angel - but I wasn't gonna leave you in that mess," Frosty told Weaver. He offered a hand. "Andrew Harrison, Commander UNSC Allegiance... but most others who know me call me Frosty. Only one who calls me by my given name is him." He moved his head to indicate Zuka.
Zuka's attention was on Jade. "You know that whistle? Whose was it?" he asked her.
"Ruusan was where I was headed before I wound up stranded," Alduah told the felines. "So if you can get me there quickly, all the better."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Malgus smiled, though this wasn't seen from his breath mask, and he patted Magnus' shoulder. "Then rest up - and think on what name you will be known as... acolyte."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Concert won't happen till the Festival kicks off, so don't worry about that," Malcolm assured her. "I got us front row seats to it."
"You seemed like you could use some company," Travis told Kari. "I'm Travis, by the way."
"Damned if I know," Kira commented. She looked between Kari and Kanan. "Someone I should know about?" she asked with a faux hint of suspicion.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"No promises," Fox and Fara said in unison.
"Fox isn't the greatest with maps," Fara chuckled.
"Neither are you," Fox shot back. "Remember that op in..." Fox paused when he looked at Zack. He just came face to face with his son after so many years. He didn't want to leave him by himself. "Kyle... do you mind if we stick around?" Fox asked.
Kyle smiled and answered, "Not at all. I've got a case of Romulan Ale we can pop open inside." He looked to Zack. "Just be warned, Zack - it's strong stuff."
Markus gently held onto Krystal as he shushed her. "Hey, hey, honey - you're not a bad mother. You just made a mistake. I'm sure you remember that I made a lot of them, myself. No mother is perfect. But you have a chance to make it right - not many mothers get that. I will still welcome Zack as a part of the family." He inhaled deeply, then continued, "You know why you left. Yes, there were some that were hurt by it. But you had your reasons. You're not a bad person, nor are you a bad mother. You're a better mother than you're giving yourself credit for - our children can attest to that. Look at how happy our children are - Celina has a loving, doting mate, Saraabi has a loving husband and two wonderful children, and Malcolm is madly in love with a clan woman. Sure, you hurt Zack when you left. But you and I both know I did worse to you when we were kids. Amazing that you gave me a second chance to make that right, even though I didn't think I deserved it. You have a chance to make things right with Zack. Again, not many mothers get that kind of chance." He paused to kiss Krystal's forehead. "I know the pain of these memories is intense. I have a dark past myself, remember? I was there when Cerinia was glassed. Remember how, in the initial stages of our relationship, I had nightmares? You were always there for me. So, in this time, I will be right here for you, by your side. I will help you with this, Krystal, just as you helped me. Because I love you, and I believe in you, even if you don't believe in me."
*** Ruusan ***
"You can thank Bane for that," Kaan told Nari. He then shifted his gaze to Asara. "And I am not entirely certain why I am bound here. All I know is that being bound to a Force Walker can more or less free me from this place."
"Fortunately for you, I have that knowledge," Bahkriid said.
"I've never heard of Force-Walking," Jaden commented.
"It's not something the Jedi dabble in, Jaden," Bahkriid responded.
*** Sangheilios ***
When the Cruiser reached Sangheilios, the report it brought shocked the United Sangheili Republic. What kind of entity was responsible for the destruction of Gamma Five? And why did they destroy it? Fleet commanders were quick to marshal a fleet to fight such an entity, should it prove hostile. But there was speculation of why it suddenly attacked the USR. The big question on their minds: Where was it hiding now?
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Planet Orbit ***
"With all due respect, Zuka i need to get back to Dragon'taan ASAP, I'm due for a fesitval in a couple of days, and i also kinda have a project i need to finished." Tigress noted.
"You still haven't finished that?" Kelsey asked. "Hey Dr.Halsey asked me to attend, she's kinda important." Tigress responded.
The two Jedi looked to each other then to Alduah "Come with us then." they both said leading the way to the hanger bay where a highly modified Fury class incerceptor waited, no longet grey adn black it was Blue and Grey instead "We stole this along time ago and got it upgraded with modern tech.' Tonya the female jedi explained "Somebody left it probably and old sith warrior, but that was years ago." Tony the male explained as they walked up the ramp into the ship.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Really? last i heard your Uncle did that for you." Kelli smirked
"That vixen looks like Krystal ,but Krystal isn't here..." Kanan explained "You don't know about your 'aunt's' family? he asked.
"Kari." Kari responded to travis "So what brings you to this junkpile?" she asked.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Just uhh avoid Krystal Fox, she'll need a little bit to calm down!" Serena said before her hologram vanished
Krystal sighed "Are you sure about this?" She asked."Not about you about him?"
"How much of that stuff do you keep on hand, Kyle?" Kaylee asked "seems every time I visit you have some, I hope Anna doesn't mind you drinking that." He smirked.
*** Ruusan ***
"Bane huh... Well excuse me, you'd think as a force user assassin like myself, I'd know Bane ,but I wasn't around at that time."
"Yeah not typically something light siders look into."Asara noted. "I've been studying what archives are available back at the crusader temple, those who have used Force-walk were not very fortunate, I hopoe you have something planned with this." Asara added referring to Bahkriid, she then turned to Jaden "I also read that a willing ghost will not grant as much power, for some reason, perhaps it's something to do with a greater synchronization of the force-walker and the ghost." the blue dragoness shrugged.
*** Sangheilios ***
Kyva stepped into the throne room of the vadam clan "You called for me, Kaidon?" a sangheili warrior asked kneeling respectfully.
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*Unknown Planet*
Ray took a deep breath, shuddered and starters to pick himself up. “What…in God’s green Earth…was that?” He wiped his mouth and stood shakily. “T-They’re not supposed to do that! They’re just…dumb fungi! Nuke the whole thing! Trained infected? Kill it all now!” He took a step, and collapsed to his knees. His stomach was in knots, and his head swam. “D-Don’t act like you can’t do anything…”
*Deep Space*
The sniffer-scout puttered along through space, it’s sensor arrays picking up on all sorts of hyperspace lines.
The Commander was intrigued, or as much as an AI could be. Carbon life has spread far. Too far. How many stars were infested now?
Computational units whirred as the Commander thought. He knew of the Forerunner’s purge-device. But cursory scans showed travel to each of the Halos. Or, those that remained. But, there was a contingency. Millennia’s old data referenced his creators purging device. It was located in another arm of the galaxy; a task rapidly approaching Sisphyean. He’d have to move himself there to activate it. But, such a move would pose great risk. A corridor would need to be secured. A quick initial projections showed, interestingly enough, only three systems with dense FTL travel between the Commander and the weapon. But the sniffer still had a ways to cover.
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---Indari Manor Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Zack chuckled abit before responding with "yeah I can handle the dragons fire." As he gestures inside.
---Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
The blue avian sipped at his drink as he scanned the room, taking in the environment. *Damn, it's nice being out that tin can and on the ground*, he thought to himself.
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Planet Orbit ***
"Frosty huh?" Weaver said, grabbing Frosty's hand. "Well thanks. I really mean it. I'd be dead ten times over if it wasn't for your team." He looked at Ray, then back to Frosty, "Erm... actually, I'm not sure about nuking the planet from orbit, but this place should be quarantined, or have some no-fly zone on it, yeah? Just to make sure anything on that planet never leaves, or anyone else gets trapped."
The spider thought to himself for a moment, "Like... it wasn't just the Flood. Something took down my ship, and not only that but there was some weird smoke-monster that ate all of my... former... crew..." Weaver grew quiet, "L-look that planet is a deathtrap."
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***Unknown Planet***
"His name was George, everyone thought he was insane, and I could have sworn he died when my ship crashed, but there is no mistaking it that was his whistle. As you know I was on an experimental testing ship, everyone on it had their own projects, George mostly kept to himself and didn't like the others with me as an exception, he mostly worked in the biocontainment wing. Now that I think about it, he could have been working on the swarm, and somehow... trained them?" For some reason Jade's condition seemed to be rapidly worsening. "I don't feel so good."
***Dromund Kaas***
"Norokiir, I want to be called Norokiir." Magnus quickly responded.
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Planet Orbit ***
Zuka immediately went to Jade's side to support her. "Easy, Jade," he cautioned her.
"Medical team, report to the bridge," Frosty commanded over the intercom. He then looked to Weaver. "I can tell you what took your ship down - orbital platforms that shot at any ship that came in range. Fortunately for us, the Allegiance is a bit ship and not that easy to shoot down. As for the smoke monster... first I've heard of such a thing. But I assume you dealt--"
"We did," Zuka affirmed.
"Then all that's left is to deploy a warning buoy to alert all ships passing through this sector to stay away from this planet, then get back to Reach. I'll contact FleetComm and advise them of the situation," Frosty stated. "With luck, we'll be back at Reach and we can all go our own ways soon."
By the time Ray would think of Alduah, the Vulpine Sith would be long gone, already left with Tonya and Tony to head for his original destination. But Jace went to help keep Ray steady. "Well, for now, as long as nothing can leave that planet, and that dampening field remains up, the threat they pose is effectively mitigated. But I agree, Captain - that facility will have to be dealt with at some point. We can't let an army of trained Flood fall into anyone's hands." He indicated Jade. "Especially if what she says is true."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Then so you shall be known, Norokiir. For now, let's get you suited up. You'll be training with the other acolytes we have here, at least until we get the academy on Korriban restored to functionality. I will be checking in on you periodically," Malgus said as he started for the city. He would lead Magnus through the streets till they came to a tall and imposing structure beyond the Sith Citadel itself. Inside would be typical Sith amenities - training dummies with students practicing on them, sparring ring, again with students practicing in them, Force Range, and a average-build, red-haired man with a red diamond tattoo over his right eye. He noticed Malgus approach and instinctively bowed. "Lord Malgus, an unexpected pleasure. I was not expecting you today."
"We have had the fortune to add yet another student to our ranks, Overseer Harkun," Malgus said. He patted Magnus' back. "This... is Norokiir, as he has chosen to be called. He will be training with your students. Get him outfitted. And... keep a close eye on him. He has a strong connection to the Force I've not felt since I last stood before the Emperor all those years ago - it is my belief that the Force guided him here."
Harkun cracked a smile and looked to Magnus. "Single, Dual, or Staff?" he asked him.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Which one?" Malcolm jested.
"I know she has a rather large one, but again - I can't keep up with all of them," Kira said to Kanan. A waiter approached them, asking what they would like to drink - which Kira ordered a cola.
"A number of things," Travis said. "The Festival for one. The other big one... can't be discussed here." He paused, noting her particular look. "I'm... curious, are you related to Krystal Indari-Tokarev?"
It was then that Falco walked in the door, rubbing his temple. He still had a minor headache from those Sith Spirits... either that or he was just...
"I'll be damned," came a voice he knew all too well. "Falco Lombardi! What in blue blazes are you doing here?"
Falco smiled as he looked to see Katt sitting at one of the tables. He went to join her. "Getting some R & R, for starters," he told her. "You'll probably hear why from Fox."
"Okay, what kind of trouble did you get into this time?" Katt chuckled.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Will do," Fox said. He followed Kyle inside, his arm around Zack, and went with him to the kitchen as Kyle got his favored blue drink from the fridge. He popped the bottle, and poured several glasses.
"Save some for me, darling," a female voice said as a pink dragoness came around, kissed Kyle, and claimed her own glass.
"Zack, this is my wife, Anna," Kyle introduced. "Anna, that's an old friend of mine, Zack McCloud."
Anna smiled and raised a glass to Zack as she nodded. "A pleasure to meet you, Zack."
In their room, Markus held Krystal close as he whispered in her ear, "I'm absolutely certain, darling. He's just another part of the family who needs our help. We can make a difference, honey. It'll be alright."
*** Ruusan ***
"Yes, I am well aware of the dangers of Force Walking," Bahkriid said. "And I know how to counter them." She looked to Kaan. "You're certain you want to do this?"
"I am," Kaan answered. "I tire of this place. And I wonder if absorbing me will dissipate the Force anomaly here."
"Then hold still," Bahkriid growled, sending a force blast into Kaan's spirit. Moments later, she gestured, as though trying to Force Pull Kaan into her hands, her hands emanating power, until Kaan's spirit vanished, and flowed into her. She doubled over into one knee, using her hand to steady herself, but then, moments later, she stood up, seemingly fine. "So that's what it feels like..." she commented.
*** Sangheilios ***
"Kyva, good," Thel said. "I need you to take a contingent and be ready to make for Dragon'taan. We recently had a trade hub destroyed by an unknown hostile force; I don't want to bring in the DMC over this, but if this entity, whatever it is, is too much for the USR to handle, I'll need you to get the DMC involved and bring them here. Can you do that?"
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Planet Orbit ***
"Do you have a phantom I can borrow?" Tigress asked looking around the ship trying to find a console or something to find a faster way off to get to Dragon'taan.
By the Time anybody had noticed the Fury interceptor carrying the Vulpine sith and the odd cat like jedi the 'Shadow Cougar had already left the docking bays, computers calculating a hyperspace jump to Ruusan.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kanan ordered his drink, a dragonfruit lemonaid.
*** Ruusan ***
Nari stepd closer to Baak
"Which concert?" Kelli asked? "What is a concert?" Kelli finsihed.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Drinking already? didn't I tell you to stay out?" Krystal asked Fox, a hint of sarcasm in her voice.
A reddish two tailed vixen walked into the kitchen to grab something from the fridge, what appeared to be a submarine sandwich wrapped in paper and plastic, she took it all out and disposed of the wrapping, grabbing a cup from the cubbard as she balanced the plate with the sandwich on her hand, pausing as she set the cup down on the counter, once she saw Zack "Dad whose this?" Amie asked, pointing to Zack with her free hand as she set the plate down on the counter next to the cup she had taken out. "Some new business you have with this handsome Fox?"
"is he single, Mom?" asked a Pink Dragoness, with similar looks to Kyle's Wife, "Grandpa? Who is this?" She asked, motioning towards Zack, Since her mother, Amie the red Fox was busy
*** Ruusan ***
Nari stepped closer to Bahkriid , but backed off when the Pandarian got back up, if the sith got too close to Nari she might sense her connection to the force would be lost...
the others just stood there waiting, until Asara spoke up "So what now?"
*** Sangheilios ***
"Umm Kaidon, with all due respect we have no need to send anyone there, if that is all you need I will get in contact with my friend there and let them know." Kyva responded "Unless you feel my communcations would be, hampered."
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---Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Before Zack could respond to Kyle and Anna, the volley of questions hit him on a sensitive note, reminding him of his family that fell apart. He took a deep breath calming himself and lifting a glass back respectfully towards Anna and Kyle before taking a small drink from his glass.
---Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Vince perked up at the sound of his last name as he whirred around looking for the source of the voice. He spotted another blue avian looking damn near like him, just more worn. He lifted his aviators for a second and dropped them back down covering the red markings around his eyes as he made his way over to the table and casually asked "mind if I join you two?"
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*** UNSC Allegiance, Unknown Planet Orbit ***
"An orbital platform? Geez, who was even here before the planet became a deathworld? A lot of stuff built to make sure that nobody ever leaves," Weaver said. "Uh, I hope my insurance covers being shot out of the sky. At least it wasn't my personal ship that was wrecked. Just the company's, which uh... I may be putting in my resignation for, if they haven't already written me off as dead. Hey wait a minute should I even disclose what happened here? Or is this something that a government would rather I never speak of?"
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*UNSC Allegiance*
Ray accepted the help meekly, standing shakily. He gathered himself slowly. Then the thought hit him.
“The Sith,” he groaned. “He escaped! I bet he knew more than he let on!” He groaned again, leaning against the Spartan.
*Dromund Kaas, Mongdrigan Camp*
The Mongdrigans feasted on the yozusk’s meat, pleased with what the mech was able to do. Ickthis sat at a fire, pulling his share apart with his teeth as he thought. The mech was useful, but the design had a few flaws. He’d spoken to the pilot, who was nursing a bruised nose. Ickthis would speak with the engineers and see what they could fix.
*Deep Space*
The sniffer progressed at a moderate pace, entering the celestial region once occupied by Gamma-5. It drifted along with the debris, hiding as it sorted out hyperspace lanes. It’d remain there for some time.
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*** UNSC Allegiance ***
"To be fair, Ray, Alduah gave us no reason to doubt him the entire time he was with us," Zuka told Ray. "Near as I can tell, he did not harm any of us, he did not attempt to manipulate any of us, or subvert us, and he helped us get off-world." He then turned his attention to Weaver. "And to answer your questions, Weaver, if the company you worked for thinks you're dead, let them think that. Few people get a clean break like that. Beyond that, we'll alert UNSC FLEETCOM to quarantine this planet until we can find a more permanent solution."
"We can worry about all that later," Frosty said. "Let's get moving. Helm, plot a course for Reach, maximum velocity." He then directed a comment at Tigress. "Sorry, Tigress, but none of the craft in the Allegiance's hangar are FTL-capable. We'll have you back on Dragon'taan in time for the festival, though, don't worry.
*** En Route to Ruusan ***
"Tell me... did my apprentice make it to Ruusan?" Alduah asked Tony and Tonya. "She's a Pandaren, black and white fur pattern."
*** Sangheilios ***
"I am not taking chances with this," Thel told Kyva. "We may need our allies at Dragon'taan for this."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I don't see why not," Katt commented, scooting over to let Vince sit next to her. Falco looked genuinely surprised to see Vince - not because he recognized him, but because he looked just like him.
"Did I have a clone or something I didn't know about?" Falco commented.
"Your guess is as good as mine, baby," Katt chuckled. Falco blushed slightly. "Oh, come on, Falco, did you really think I'd let you go like that?"
"You never were the type to let a guy like me go," Falco sighed. He looked to Vince. "So what's your name?"
"A concert is a festival of music," Malcolm explained. "The Marauder Festival always features a concert of music every year."
"Have you ordered anything yet?" Travis asked Kari.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Easy, Krystal," Kyle said. "I invited him in for a drink." He then directed an aside to those that arrived. "And this, ladies, is Zack McCloud. Long story, but don't swarm him." He smiled at Zack. "You get used to a family this big. The dragoness lady there is Leylah, my grandson Jason's mate, and the fox digging in the fridge is my daughter-in-law, Amie."
Markus followed Krystal outside. "Didn't Krystal tell you to stay out?" he asked sarcastically.
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*** UNSC Allegiance ***
"To be fair he's getting on my nerves about that." Kelsey grumbled, crossing her arms.
"It's a little more than the festival." Tigress admitted.
*** En Route to Ruusan ***
"We were not told you had an apprentice." Tony said "We were just told to take you there." Tonya added "The force doesn't always reveal the full picture." Tonya finished.
*** Sangheilios ***
"You really think I should leave for that, Kaidon?" Kyva asked "If that is what you wish, I will do it ,but I could just contact my friend."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I see." Kelli replied simply.
"I kinda just sat down." Kari explained.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Krystal looked at Kyle with a blank face, "Of all the people, Kyle I would have thought you would have been able to pick up Sarcasm." The blue vixen said, shaking her head for a moment. "Could you remind me where the holo suites are?" She turned to Markus but didn't say anything further.
"What do you mean 'swarm?' Leylah and Amie asked in unison, just as a younger looking copy of Amie, but black and white furred walked into the kitchen.. "EEP! Grandpa Who is this?" She asked pointing to Zack "I wish you would tell me when you had someone new over."
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*** UNSC Allegiance ***
"I guess I just need to figure out how to pick up the pieces then," Weaver said. "On the bright side, it wasn't my personal ship that was destroyed. So uh, that's somewhere." He turned to Ray, "Oh yeah, um... we need to do something about you, since you have absolutely zero roots here. I guess we can try and find you a way home, or you could call this your new home. The stories from your world are eerily similar to this one. Could be an advantage. Erm, and I need to ask the person who gave me this Rifter how the heck it pulled someone in. It's not supposed to do that I'm pretty sure."
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---Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Vince sat down as he took the shades revealing the signiture red encapsulated eye rings staring at Falco like a mirror of his former self, "Vince... Lombardi...", Vince said, before switching his voice over to his mother's Voice. "I guess somebody forgot about their fun on Fortuna", he added before switching back to his casual voice. "Well the last name was adopted on genetics, rather than courtship so really it's just Vince," Vince quickly noted smiling over at Katt.
"She always talked about you, the blue bird of the highskys she would say",Vince cracked off once more.
---Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan---
Zack took another drink looking over to Kyle with and weary look as he notices a synchronicity.
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*UNSC Allegiance*
Ray shook his head. “No dice. I’m not looking to go back. I’d be put in containment, or worse, booted to D-Class. And anyone who came with me would likewise be interned. Or,” he thought aloud. “It’d trigger a Broken Veil. Then we’d either amnesticize the entire planet, again, or enter the public eye.” He shook his head again. “O5s’d probably call to kill the world. Rebuild it from before I returned.” The agent turned to Zuka. “I guess…is Earth still around? Maybe the Foundation exists and y’all just don’t know. By and large, from years of study, the Foundation seems to be an anchor point. There’s always one, somewhere.”
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*** UNSC Allegiance, en route to Reach ***
"Earth is still around, yes. But if the Foundation is active in any way, I am not aware of it," Zuka told Ray.
"You could try and ask ONI about that, but good luck getting a straight answer out of them on that point," Frosty scoffed. "Even when they're trying to help, ONI spooks are notoriously cryptic, these days."
"Ever since the war with the Covenant," Zuka sighed.
About an hour after the group was taken off the Unknown World, the UNSC Allegiance dropped out of Slipspace over Reach. While Frosty reported to FLEETCOM, Zuka would gather the survivors and try to heard them to the drop ships to head down to the spaceport. From there, it would be up to them to figure out what to do and where to go.
Such is the way of freedom.
*** En Route to Ruusan ***
"And I appreciate that," Alduah said. "I spent too long on that god-forsaken world as it is."
*** Sangheilios ***
"Contact your friend, too. As the humans say, we will need all hands on deck, if this goes south. We will attempt to face this threat. But if we cannot, we will need the aid of the DMC and your friend," Thel told Kyva.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh," Travis stated. "Okay. Still, you seemed like you needed company, given the look on your face when I walked in."
Falco frowned. "Are you saying...?" he asked Vince.
"Baby, I think he is," Katt chuckled with a smile. "He looks just like you."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle just shrugged. "The price of having a big family," he remarked to Zack. "And that one," he indicated the black and white furred fox, "is my granddaughter, Shiloh."
"Holosuites are in the Holodeck District, Krystal, why? Something you want to do?" Markus asked.
*** Ruusan ***
"Now... we clean up and hunker down until my master arrives," Bahkriid said. "I can sense he approaches."
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*** UNSC Allegiance, en route to Reach ***
Tigress and Kelsey were already on route planetside when the Allegenace left slipspace, she would meet up with her own ship and be on way to Dragon'taan not 10 minutes later.
*** En Route to Ruusan ***
"How long were you there?" Tonya asked, as Tony looked at the navicomputer "We should be in the Ruusan system in a few minutes"
*** Sangheilios ***
"I already have Kaidon, My friend said they will have a fleet ready should we need extra help." Kyva replied.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I dunno if that's exactly what I'd say." Kari sighed "Though seeing everyone with a mate does get me kinda down."the blue vixen sighed, Surprized no one had mistaken her for her mother.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I don't want to head out all the way there just to get in a little meditation." Krystal replied.
*** Ruusan ***
"He's not the only one." Riku spoke up.
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Hiya pops", Vince said with a cheeky smile as he waved to the bartender to come to the table.
"Drinks are on me tonight", he added.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah, I'm happy it worked out for you", Zack responded with a faint smile as he took another drink and sat down in the nearest chair feeling a bit exhausted. "You weren't lying when you said it was the strong stuff", Zack noted as he poured himself another glass. Zack took another drink and let out a breath before pipping up again. "So what's the word on work? I'm in the market for some particular matirals... Also Wolf and I need to have a chat... I need to track him down eventually."
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*** UNSC Allegiance ***
"Wait, you had to amnesticize an entire planet twice!? TWICE!?" Weaver said incredulously to Ray. "What truth is so dangerous that an entire planet needs to forget? Did some eldritch horror drive everyone insane?"
Weaver followed Zuka down to the dropships, "Well that was fun, I never want to do that again. Still somehow not the most terrifying thing I've been through. I don't suppose there's some public interplanetary transport on Reach? I think I should make my way back to my own personal ship as a first priority. Then... figure something out. Replace my lost equipment I guess."
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*UNSC ALLEGIANCE*
“Naval Intelligence, huh? Glad to hear yours seems to have some semblance of control. Why they’d know about the Foundation though…that’s odd. What about CIA? FBI? The UIU?” He shrugged. “It’s whatever. I’ve a few spots I’d like to check. I need to get to Bloomington, Indiana.”
He turned to Weaver.
“Well, the first time some jackwagon urban explorer somehow got into SCP-2812, a dead mirror reality. Streamed the whole thing. ‘Course he got uh…removed, but we couldn’t intercept the stream fast enough. Soon, thousands of folks were flooding to this cave, to see the “other Bloomington”. ‘Course we couldn’t off ‘em all and keep it quiet. So, using both pharmaceutical and memetic amnestics, we kinda purged that event from history, the streamer too. Put a Samford Chemical Processing “dump site” at the cave to keep lookie-loos out from then on.”
Ray grew solemn as he spoke.
“The second time was a failure of procedure. Somehow, a television broadcast of SCP-701. “The Hanged King’s Tragedy”. It’s an…okay play. “Macbeth” kind of flare. But uh…it’s haunted. There’s something tied to it. A-Anyway, uh…yeah, hundreds of thousands went psycho. Rampant violence, death. We deployed a number of MTF’s to cities, neutralized the crazies and amnesticized the rest.” He sighed, eyes tearing up slightly.
“One hundred, forty three thousand, nine hundred and sixteen fatalities. Untold number of injured.” He shook his head, rubbing an eye.
“But, it got handled. Order was restored. I ran security during the riots. Lost a lot of friends, in and out of the Foundation.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis overheard the clatter from across the camp. Two steel blades clashing. He stood, whistling for his peacekeepers to follow.
In one of the sparring pits, two soldiers flashed glittering steel towards one another, each man bled heavily from various cuts and gashes. Ickthis observed for a moment, before motioning the peacekeepers into action. His men grew restless. The fight with the yozusk sent the taste of battle rippling through the camp. Even the child-bearing mothers seemed more aggravated. Ickthis tapped his chin. He’d need to talk with Malgus.
*Gamma-5 Debris Field*
The sniffer drifted slowly in the remains of the planet, as the Commander processed the information he gathered. There was a huge tangle of FTL traffic. But he needed a map.
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*** UNSC Allegiance ***
"For that, Ray, you're gonna need to catch a ride to Earth. This is Reach we've hit," Zuka told Ray. He then addressed Weaver. "Same to you - wherever you're going, either hit up the galactic transports, or hire an independent captain to get you where you need to go. That being said, however... once you get your transport, I would advise you unwind on Dragon'taan. From what I hear, they're soon to be hosting a festival. Cultural celebration kind of thing, that they've done each year on the anniversary of their victory over the Necromyan Collective. High General Indari's a friend of Andrew and mine."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Falco was shocked to realize this was his son, but he had other questions. "If you're my son, what happened to your mother? And what are you doing here? Hell, how did you even get here?"
"I see," Travis told Kari. "Well, I, myself, am without a mate. Never had one. I don't even remember if I ever did before I lost my memories. You could say I wound up with a blank slate to start my life over, and sure, I've done a lot, but at some point, you realize all the victories in the 'verse don't mean a thing if you don't have someone to celebrate them with." He looked at Kari longingly. "I'm beginning to suspect you and I crossed paths for a reason."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Malgus sensed a slight ripple in the Force, and while Harkun talked with Magnus, Malgus left to track down the source of this disturbance.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"If it's meditation you want," Mathayus said from upstairs, "You know you are welcome to use my meditation chambers."
"Materials? For ship or personal armor? Either way, we can hook you up," Kyle told Zack. "Over the years, the DMC has acquired a vast stockpile of tech - hull armor, ablative armor generators, reverse-engineered Borg shields, cloaking devices, personal energy shields, Mjolnir-style personal armor... you name it, chances are, we have it.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Blythe came back to Tigress' armory, getting the distinct impression he needed to be there. "Anybody home?" he called out.
*** En Route to Ruusan ***
"I was on that world for a few weeks," Alduah responded. "And I never intended to go there in the first place. The planet's unusual gravity well pulled me out of light speed first, then orbital defenses disabled my ship's engines, and the planet's gravity pulled me in and I crash-landed there. I'd still be there if not for some the UNSC personnel on the UNSC Aleegiance that came investigating."
*** Ruusan ***
"Oh yeah?" Bahkriid said as she walked toward the entrance to the cave. "Who else is coming?"
*** Sangheilios ***
"Good. The initial fleet is nearly assembled," Thel said. "Gods willing, we should have them underway within the hour."
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"How did you lose your memories? and what would you do if you regained them?" KAri asked.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I dunno if a Jedi's meditation chamber would fit me." Krystal replied.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Just us cats." Keri replied... though there was some noise coming from down a hallway that would lead to a vehicle bay, followed by a loud bang. "I"M FINE!"
*** En Route to Ruusan ***
"That's an awfully long time for a sith... I know Light sided jedi can live off the force but I never heard of a Sith doing the same." Tonya replied " Coming out of light speed in 5." Tony said.
*** Ruusan ***
"Couple of Jedi are bringing your 'master' here."
*** Sangheilios ***
"Have you any other needs of me, Kaidon?" Kyva asked.
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Vince let out a laugh. "Well to be honest I'm surprised myself that I made it this far since I am not to fond of being high off the ground let alone flying through the void of space, but auto pilot has its perks least to say I did courier work hoping one day I might see you, as a matter of fact my last shipment was to this bar, as far as mother goes she's alive and well on Fortuna," Vince responded.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Zack sat his drink down and clasped his hands together as he looked to his left for a moment and then back to Kyle before responding, "Ship and armor, it's a bit of a list though and some materials are on the difficult side of things, two in particular are Gravitonium and Uru."
Zack pulled what appeared as a piece of small tech from his arm that was emitting a faint harmonic frequency with a liquid state metal floating in the the center of a vial. "This is only 3 grams of Gravitonium it could power the city practically forever, some real powerful stuff, it has an atomic number of 123 and an atomic mass of 308. I need exactly 7oz of it otherwise it really becomes risky to handle, the Uru how ever is only known to be in one place though", Zack paused for a moment
before continuing.
"Niðavellirr, located on a neutron star with a Dyson sphere orbiting it, other than that mandolorian iron, Vibranium, antomanium and last, but certainly not least artic Vibranium we must be very careful with this one, it will break apart any metal at the molecular level just from contact, which is why I have to get the gravitonium before it." Zack placed the containment device back in his cybernetics.
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*** UNSC Allegiance***
"Oh... that sounds terrible," Weaver said to Ray, "M-maybe I shouldn't have asked. Sorry."
"Wait, Dragon'taan? I think that's where I left my ship at actually..." he said to Zuka. "Well if there's a public transport heading there then that's where I'm going."
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*UNSC ALLEGIANCE*
Ray shrugged, dismissing Weaver’s comment with a wave. “No need to apologize. You couldn’t’ve known. Now,” he clapped his paws, turning to Zuka. “What’s the going currency? And, I suppose, the going rate for a trip to Earth?” Ray then looked defeated, dropping his paws. “Right. All my stuff’s back uh…”home”. Guess it’s odd-jobs for me. Ah, well.” He elbowed Weaver gently, grinning.
“You got me into this, so I guess I’ll tag along with you.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis stood in the center of the sparring ring, facing his opponent. Both were bruised and bloodied. The old commander threw a light, quick jab at the young Mongdrigan’s chest. He drove the punch sideways with an open palm, attempting to drive a fist towards Kaas’s ribs. Ickthis took the blow full-on, returning with his own punch to the upstart’s midriff. The youngster grunted, winded for just a moment. Long enough for Ickthis to grapple his opponent, taking a blow to the chin as he set up. Ickthis braced his leg inside the upstart’s stance, and used his own weight to throw the upstart to the ground. For good measure, Ickthis drove a foot non-too-gently into his opponent’s ribs. Kaas inhaled, and wandered to a nearby stool. The fight was over, but left both competitors bruised.
*Gamma-5 Debris Field*
The sniffer drone nestled into the debris, waiting.
The Commander was sure someone would notice the missing planet.
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*** UNSC Allegiance ***
"There is," Zuka assured Weaver. "A lot of people come from all corners of the universe to partake in the Marauder Festival. Even people who were not around the Dragon-Shifters during the Marauder War."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Darth Malgus arrived in the area of the Mongdrigans' sparring ring, looking disturbed, as though he'd seen a ghost. And if anyone knew Darth Malgus, he very rarely looked that disturbed.. He walked fine, but his eyes told a tale - he saw something, or sensed something, and tracked it back here. Nearby, the human, Kurt, and his dragon wife, Ann, were present, keeping their eyes peeled for anything, almost as though they were escorting the Sith Lord.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"If your mother is alright, why'd you come looking for Falco?" Katt asked.
"Dammit, woman, you beat me to it," Falco chuckled.
"To both questions, I don't know. I've spent years searching for anything that might help me regain my memories," Travis told Kari. "All I know is the Tal Shiar have something to do with my past; what it is, I don't know, as they have a habit of deleting records whenever I come knocking. But, as one man put it to me, a man is defined by his actions, not his memories." He heaved a sigh. "At this point, I'm not sure I want to know who I used to be."
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Blythe frowned slightly, following the noise to find it's source. What he saw, he was not expecting to see. Not as beautiful as it was.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"That's a hell of a shopping list, Zack," Kyle said. "Truth told, I'm not sure we have all of that. Beskar, sure - Tigress can hook you up with that. You also might consider new weapons, shields... and a cloaking device, for your ship. But... I might know some people currently in town that could help you with the other things."
"Aunt Krystal, we have that personal holo-suite in the back of the manor, you know," Drake commented to Krystal. Markus frowned.
"Oh yeah," he remarked. "I forgot that thing was there."
It was then that a heavily-Scottish accented voice made itself known. "Okay, what's with the gathering, and why do I smell Romulan--" An aged dragon stood nearby, staring directly at Zack, his mouth hanging ajar. "Z... Zack? Zack McCloud? Am I seeing this right."
"Zack, you remember my father, Draco, right?" Kyle asked Zack.
*** Ruusan ***
"Good - maybe he can tell me what the hell took him so long to get here," Bahkriid said.
*** Sangheilios ***
"Beyond what I have already asked of you, no - see it all done," Thel responded as the combat fleet jumped to Slipspace.
*** Gamma-5 Debris Field ***
The Sangheili fleet arrived at what was once Gamma-5, and immediately began sensor sweeps. They were all running with shields raised and weapons powered. They knew something happened here - and they aimed to find out what.
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*** UNSC Allegiance ***
"You know, that's fair," Weaver said to Ray. "Well no better place to celebrate escaping danger and absorb new cultures than a festival. Sounds like we've got a few transports that can take us there. Ooo, first time for you to travel interstellar! Uh, hopefully you don't get sick. Most transports are pretty smooth. Some... well if it's anything like mine you'll wonder if the ship is about to tear itself apart."
"Uh, when we're ready to disembark, would you mind showing us where the transports are?" Weaver asked Zuka.
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Vince cocked his head abit. "Well the better question is why wouldn't I? Growing up without a father figure drove my curiosity, that and she'd never shut up about you, being her star crossed lover," Vince responded as the waitress walked up and before she could get a word out Vince said, "thirty single shots, make it a party mix." Vince gave her a $150 and a $50 tip. She smiled as she left to get the drinks.
"So how long have you two known each other?", Vince asked looking at Katt.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Zack looked towards Draco "yes we briefly met... Years ago...", Zack responded as a loud ringing in his head grew and made him buckle a bit as a rush of voices from all over the planet fallowed up flooding his thoughts rapidly as his thoughts came back into focus, he looked back up and smiled a bit. "Well looks like it's back," Zack said as he rubbed his head regaining his telepathy. "Looks like Falco has a long lost son and Leylah...", He looked at her with a blank stare "gross...", He added as he sat back up and took another drink out of his glass.
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I might be able to bring back some memories, but considering your answer I'm not sure if you want them, nor would it seem to help.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
In the vehicle bay Tigress was hard at work on what appeared to be the hull of an ancient looking T-34 Russian tank, missing the turret.
"You need something, Stranger?" The large Tiger woman asked, looking up to a Mandalorian on the other side of the tank, then to Blythe.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I was gonna say, I thought you had one." Krystal sighed rolling her eyes.
"Draco! you old scale, how are you doing?" Krystal asked the dragon.
"Whuut I haven't said anything ,yet." Leylah responded to Zack.
*** Ruusan ***
the Fury class intereceptor landed as close to the valley of the Jedi as possible "Thank you for choosing ancient republic air-OOF!" Tony began before tonya elbowed him slightly. "considering the circimstances I think we'll go with you, If you don't mind, something big is up here."
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*UNSC Allegiance*
Ray chuckled. “I’ll bring a bag, I guess.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis watched Malgus approach through his good eye. He didn’t like the way his Lord looked. Something was wrong, and Kaas figured that mystery boy was the issue. He motioned at two nearby Mongdrigans. They were both very small, standing at just over four foot, and were very slender. Trained assassins. They nodded, and slunk into the tents, gathering their gear.
Ickthis groaned as he stood, tying off the last of his bandages. He limped over to Malgus, and attempted to deliver a sharp salute.
“M’lord,” he grunted. “You look troubled.” Ickthis cast a distrustful glance at Kurt and Ann. “Is there something we can do to assuage your predicament?”
*Gamma-5 Debris Field*
The sniffer drone picked up the fleet minutes before they arrived, alerting the Commander. He would’ve smiled, had he the capacity. Unwitting cartographers handing him the key to galactic extermination.
The fleet would witness some sort of intelligence gathering drone puttered out from the debris. It bristled with detection equipment, screaming it’s position into electronic space. It looked harmless, like a tuned up cartographic satellite. It bore no insignia, nor did it transmit any ownership tag. It did, however, hail the fleet on a general use frequency.
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*** UNSC Allegiance/Reach ***
Zuka chuckled and said, "Of course." He would guide the two to the transport station, then turned to them and handed them a stack of credits. "This should get you to Dragon'taan - fares are cheap, and include amenities for the time traveling - food, drink, et cetera - but the rest can pay for getting stuff on Dragon'taan. Think of it as my way of saying Thanks for helping us all get off that deathtrap rock." He indicated the Droid at the Kiosk. "Just tell the droid where you're going, he'll direct you to a transport."
*** Dromund Kaas, Mongdrigan camp ***
"There has been a disturbance in the Force," Malgus said almost at a whisper. "There's something here."
"I'm getting unusual neutrino emissions," Ann reported. "Whatever it is, it's trying to stay hidden."
*** Gamma-5 Debris Field ***
The Sangheili fleet tried to hail the drone, not sure whether this thing was friendly or hostile.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Like I said, at this point, I'm not sure I want to know who I used to be," Travis told Kari. "I could be ex-Tal Shiar for all I know. Made great strides to put all that behind me. New man, at this point, working against the Tal Shiar."
"Longer than you've been alive, kiddo," Falco responded.
"Admittedly, I didn't realize Falco had a kid - but, par for the course, at this point," Katt giggled with a smile and a knowing glance at Falco.
"Even after being possessed by Sith Spirits, I still have it for you, Katt," Falco scoffed. "Amazing."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, nothing's stopping you, Krystal," Kyle said. "So Zack... why don't you start by telling me what exactly you want done with your ship? I can get weapons, cloaking devices... tell me what you want your ship to be."
"I'm alright, Krystal," Draco chuckled. "I just thought I heard a voice I hadn't heard in years up here."
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Blythe looked dumbstruck. He knew Tigarian women had a special beauty to them, but to see it for himself...
He snapped out of his thoughts and spoke, "I just came to see if I could be of some assistance, maybe see if I can secure some items for production templates in my fleet." He paused, and before thinking, he added, "I had heard a Tigarian worked here, but to see you myself... the stories do not do you justice."
*** Ruusan ***
"I would happily welcome the aid; just... be careful with my apprentice. She has a bit of a temper," Alduah responded to Tonya.
In the valley, Bahkriid shudders visibly. "Master..." she whispered.
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Explains the strong bond you two share," Vince commented as the waitress brought the tray of 30 shots to the table.
"Cheers", Vince exclaimed as he took a glass and held it up over the table.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Zack smirked as he looked Kyle dead in the eye. "Cloaking of the highest degree, but the main kicker is the G-Defuser system, I need three instead of two and I need them to be on stabilized hinges in a triangular position so they flow with the curvature of the maneuvers and I need it to run off of gravitonium instead of hydrogen, we'll be able to develop a new weapon system later once I have the extra 7oz, but for now the 3 grams should suffice," Zack paused for a moment as he made some adjustments on his arm. "As far as that weapon system goes...," Zack picked up his glass and stirred the brim with his index. As he pulled his finger away so did the liquid in a fluid motion as it hovered in the air.
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Why not?" Kari asked.
Kelli looked at something on her arm then to Malcom "Should we be going? the festival is about to start."
** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
By the time anyone had said anything Krystal was already gone, in the holosuite setting up a program for herself.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm not telepath ,but I've been around people long enough to tell that your 'fleet' is the last thing on you mind. "hand me that piece of metal foam over there would you?" Tigress asked focused on her work in this oddly ancient looking tank.
*** Ruusan ***
"We've fought against many sith and many rouge jedi over the years, I think we can handle an angry Sith, but it would be a pleasure to finally work with one." Tony replied
"To be honest we've always seen the jedi order as corrupt especially during the clone wars just before we were put into carbonite freezing by those pirates." Tonya noted.
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*** UNSC Allegiance/Reach ***
"Oh geez, really? I mean... thanks!" Weaver said, taking a moment before grabbing his share of the credits from Zuka. "I uh... I didn't do too much to be honest, and if anything I should be giving back something, but, I don't have much to give right now uh..." he struggled to find words. "T-thanks! Not just for this but... for like making sure we didn't die and all. We'll uh... go see that droid I guess."
The spider motioned to Ray before walking over to the droid at the kiosk, "Hey uh... can you direct us to where a transport to Dragon'taan is?"
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*UNSC ALLEGIANCE*
Ray took his share, skeptical of the currency. They reminded him of arcade tokens. Searching with his free hand, the agent realized two things. One, he had no pockets. Two, he was still in the clumsy, dirty, and suddenly very uncomfortable, CBRN suit. He’d have to buy new clothes. With a nod to Zuka, Ray followed Weaver closely.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis blinked, shocked at the revelation. “All hands,” he suddenly cried, turning away from Malgus. “There’s an intruder in the camp! To arms! Find them!”
The gathered ring of Mongdrigans scrambled, heading into the throng of tents, gathering weapons and searching for the intruder.
The twin assassins scuttled up to Ickthis, standing at attention.
They both had green, crystalline masses protruding from what should have been an ear each. Their paws had been reduced to bald, pale hands streaked with green, their nails razor sharp and verdant green. A blind fold covered one eye on each twin, the revealed eye flecked with green.
“Good,” Ickthis grunted. “Change of plan. The boy is not the issue. An intruder has entered the camp. Seek them. Bring them here, dead or alive.”
The twins nodded, switching their blindfolds. The once-covered eyes were not eyes at all, but solid tiberium orbs. They didn’t seem to move in their sockets, and appeared completely useless. Yet, the twins scampered off, disappearing into the camp.
After they left, Ickthis shuddered and shook his head. “Poor kids. Gets me every time.”
*Gamma-5 Debris Field*
The drone answered the hail, and all Hell broke loose.
The Sangheili ships terminals went haywire, parsing terabytes of data in seconds, overworking CPUs and threatening to burn out circuits. Data began transferring in the maelstrom of the electronic attack. Comms logs, deemed useless by the Commander, were left to the wayside for the true prize. Cartographic data. Mapped, unfortunately, with Sangheilios as the center, but useful nonetheless. The drone stopped transferring data, but simply continued communicating. It was all computational gibberish.
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*** Reach ***
"The fare will be ten credits," the droid responded to Weaver, "And the transport to Dragon'taan is the last door at the end of the hallway."
Zuka and Frosty both headed for HQ, intent on reporting to command over their recent op.
*** Dromund Kaas, Mongdrigan camp ***
The interloper moved quietly among the trees. Malgus was getting close to it. Too close. And the interloper couldn't allow that. A source of power that great? Malgus could not be allowed to have it. Still, the interloper was surprised Malgus could sense it. But, it didn't matter - Malgus had to be eliminated, before he could unearth the secret that lay just a few meters from the Mongdrigans' camp...
*** Gamma-5 Debris Field ***
The Sangheili fleet's response to this strange form of attack was swift; several vessels fired Plasma Torpedoes at the drone - torpedoes that, if the drone did not have any shields, would disintegrate it. If there were any shields, for a drone that size, the torpedoes would very quickly overwhelm the shields, and another volley would destroy the drone.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"What do you mean, why not? I don't even want to know how others would react if it were revealed I was once Tal Shiar. In case you don't know, they have a bad rep, these days," Travis told Kari.
Katt raised her own glass, "Hear, hear," she responded to Vince.
"Vince, tell me - you ever been inside a Sith Temple or Tomb before?" Falco asked.
"Yeah, probably should," Malcolm remarked.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, for certain elements, you're gonna need to talk to some people in town - first of which being a dragoness I know, Commander Jacqueline Knight. She and her colleague in the Romulan Republic, Skye, are in town for the festival, likely at Sol's; but first, I imagine we'll wanna regrow your arm."
"And speaking of the Festival, we need to get going, honey," Anna said, heading for the door.
"Right. Gotta give a speech to kick off the festival," Kyle sighed.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Blythe willingly complied, bending over to pick up the piece of metal foam and walking over to hand it to Tigress. "This is the chassis of a T-34, is it not? Minus the turret," Blythe commented. "How ever did you come by this?"
*** Ruusan ***
"That's a first," Alduah commented as he descended into the valley.
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*** Dragon'taan orbit***
A Klingon Vo'quv carrier escorted by two Ferasan Sithlis cragt dropped out of warp in orbit, the Carrier hailing ground control calling itself the Ly'ions Den.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"People change, have you not heard of the Romulan republic?" Kari asked "I'm sure people would understand, then again you don't exactly look Romulan, you may have been recruited against your will." kari pointed out.
"Well would you like to see the begining of the festival?" Kari asked
"Then we should probably be going" Kelli noted
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I built it using a bit of Synthetic Beskar, for now it's a prototype for a new design i'm working on." Tigress replied "Though i thought I was more interesting than the tank..." Tigress replied... "The NCC needs a new medium tank for when battlemechs are too heavy or too much for the job, besides these can compliment the battlemechs and other vehicles, and If Kyle or anyone else is interested it's a good tank design with the upgrades I have in mind, it's not gonna be as bad as the original, Besides I'm always looking for new ways to sell new products, I always offer a lower priced less advanced version of my designs to the open market..."
*** Ruusan ***
"How's that?" Tonya asked "We've alwasy been on the more 'grey' side."
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I can say that I have not, but I hear they're haunted as the void itself", Vince replied as he held his drink with Katt for a moment hoping Falco would join in, but as he looked apon his sulken face he realized why he asked. Vince took a moment to process this as he timidly took his drink. "I take it you have a more personal experience with one," Vince stated as he placed the shot glass upsidedown in the table.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'll catch up with you, there's something I need to do," Zack responded before drinking the bubble of Romanian Ale and heading towards the Holo deck unknown to Krystal with a look of determination I his eye as he sent a message through the private nerual link him and Ema shared as the light refracted around him to change enough features to make him look much older than he was, his fur a little more grey as he placed an patch over his left eye and from his neck metal spiked pauldrons formed from nanobots as he gave a Markus a chilling 'stay out of this' look as he walked past him after his mother into the Holo deck.
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*** Reach ***
"Cool, thanks," Weaver said to the droid. He paid his fare and entered through the door to board the transport to Dragon'taan, whilst making sure not to leave Ray behind.
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*Reach*
Ray looked hesitant to approach the droid, but did so slowly. He counted out ten of the tokens and handed them to the robot, snatching his paw back quickly before turning to Weaver. Ray looked a bit distressed, as the realization hit him. “A real Wizard of Oz situation,” he muttered.
*Dromund Kaas*
The Mongdrigans swept through the camp in pairs, checking everywhere they thought a n intruder might hide. A cacophony of chest-rattling rumbles filled the air as the mech started, the pilot trudging towards Malgus. The pilot swept the surveillance package around, checking the three monitors displaying full-color, infra-red, and thermal images.
Ickthis stayed close to his Lord, prepared to sacrifice himself for Malgus’s safety.
*Gamma-5*
The drone was pulverized swiftly, no shielding flared to defend it. It was blasted to space dust, the dust blasted into oblivion.
But the Commander had his prize. Already, he plotted a course and deployed a large fleet. They slingshotted around the home star, and cruised deeper into the galaxy. And as they departed their docks, another fleet was already in production.
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*** Reach ***
Once Weaver and Ray boarded, it would be a few more minutes before the last passengers boarded, and the transport lifted off, and would carry it's passengers to Dragon'taan, a few hours later...
*** Dromund Kaas ***
A slight rustling in the trees could be heard, and Malgus immediately went for his lightsaber.
*** Gamma-5 ***
The Sangheili Battle Fleet scanned everywhere after the drone was destroyed, unconvinced it had been alone.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The new ships arriving were directed to spaces around Dragon'taan Orbit, and given clearance to beam down to the surface as well as a welcome to the festival greeting.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Damn right, I did," Falco muttered. "If it weren't for that... Lucario dude, the member of the Indari Family... I'd still be in a psyche ward. He drove the Sith Spirits out of my head."
"I work with the Romulan Republic," Travis said. "Among others. Like I said, I've been working against the Tal Shiar ever since my memory was wiped. What I want to know, is who wiped my memory and why." And after Kari's second question, he added, "Of course I would - but I also need to get High General Indari alone. Something from Darth Torrentus."
Malcolm paid for what he and Kelli had at Sol's, then accompanied her out the door.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
While Zack was in the chamber with his mother, Markus was visited by his Holo-Sangheili XO, Voro, who handed him a report, which he reviewed with Voro standing by.
*** Speech Area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle and Anna arrived at the speech area, and were greeted by one of Kyle's subordinates. "High General, sir!"
"As you were," Kyle said. "Is everything ready?"
"Not yet, sir; one of the press crews got delayed. They should be arriving shortly," the subordinate replied.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I am more interested in you," Blythe responded. "I don't come across Tigers very often in my travels. Especially female tigers. How did you wind up here, if I may ask?"
*** Ruusan ***
"Handy," Alduah remarked as he approached Bahkriid. She bowed in respect.
"Master," she greeted him.
"I... sense something different about you, Bahkriid. Did something happen while I was delayed?" Alduah asked.
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The Ly'ions den launched a B'rel bird of prey indentified as the I.K.S Warwolf, it headed planet side to land.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Your uncle is the one doing the opening speech?"
"I might be able to find out who ,but why is going to be a harder thing to find. " Kari noted.
** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
When Zack stepped into the holodeck, he'd find himself in what looked like Forcas III from the Star trek galaxy at a Bat'leth torunament, with crowds of Klingons and Ferasan cheering on a Ferasan woman and Krystal battling it out on the Arena floor, loud clangs of Bat'leths filling the air among the shouts...
*** Speech Area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
among the honor guard a couple of familair faces could be seen a white vixen named Rae and 3 she-wolves Ruby Tala and Lupe of black , white and Grey fur respectivly, the three kept s close eye on the surroundings.... though just a formality the Honor guard was fully geared up.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"That's a first." Tigress replied "You must not get out much i've seen many tigers around the galaxy, as for how I ended up here, well long story short I helped a friend of mine whose a friend of KYle Inadari after the marauder wars, When my friend settled down here I setup shop here and have been suppling the DMC and NCC with military hardware that I mostly design, I doubt I'm the only supplier though."
*** Ruusan ***
"She does have the aura of two people," Tonya noted. "Though it's none of my business how that is."
"Handy huh?" Tony asked.
The others there remained silent, letting the Sith pandaren speak for herself.
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Vince replied before turning towards his father and placing his hand on Falco's shoulder "I'm glad you made it... Dad," He added with a faint smile, before taking another shot and placing the glass next to the other one.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Zack maneuvered through the crowd disguised as Wolf O'Donnell. He stood amongst them watching his mother fight anticipation filling his bones on to how the next few minutes would play out. He hope to gain some answers for questions that arose moments ago.
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*** Reach ---> Dragon'taan, Draco City ***
The trip was rather uneventful, which was a blessing considering what Weaver had just been through. The transport took the two to a spaceport located at the Capitol. To Ray, he might have confused this with a place such as Coruscant from the movies of his world, as the two locales bore very similar architecture.
Upon disembark, various posters and signs about the festival decorated the walls of the spaceport, as well as banners that hung from the ceiling.
"Right, uh, we may as well start looking around for where that festival is," Weaver said. "I'm sure there's like, a map, or something. Maybe a flier? Or maybe super obvious signs that I'm too blind to see." The spider had the uncanny talent of missing the obvious.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray had slept for the duration of the transport, let him gather his thoughts. When the transport landed, he awoke and briefly forgot where he was. But, it came back in time. He followed Weaver to the docks, guarding his eyes from the sun.
It took him a few seconds to realize Weaver was speaking to him.
“Huh? Oh. Uh.” He approached one of the posters, studying the text.
“Uhh…I’m not uh…seeing English on this…just uh…looks like that Star Wars squigglies..?” He shrugged.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis whistled sharply, gaining the attention of the mech pilot, and motioned towards the treetops. The audio-detection package on the chassis was based on a parabolic microphone. Intense, but limited in range. The big metal body shifted, pointing as high as it could into the trees, listening for anything. The cameras didn’t display anything, though they were mostly washed out by the sky backlighting the image.
Ickthis himself drew his pistol, ready for contact.
The twin assassins stalked the tree line, hidden in the shadows. They’d heard the rustling, and drew their weapons. Where most Mongdrigan blades were only lightly coated in tiberium, the assassin’s blades were pure tiberium. Flimsy, but possibly the most toxic points in the galaxy.
*Gamma-5*
The fleet’s detection suites wouldn’t pick up anything else. The drone was alone, isolated.
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*** IKS Warwolf, approaching Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Inside the Warwolf, one particular Ferasan could be found with his arms wrapped around a female's hips, his lips locked with hers in a passionate kiss. "It's been too long," Ken'ji whispered to her, "I was worried I wouldn't get here in time. That thing with the Rogue Jedi..."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Such as it was, no such translation was required; a cheery protocol droid approached Weaver and Ray. "Greetings! Welcome to Dragon'taan!" it greeted them, "You are fortunate to arrive this soon - the Marauder Festival is soon to begin! If you hurry to the speech area, you might catch High General Indari's speech - intra-district taxi transports are all free for the duration of the festival. And before you ask - the Speech is being held in front of the Government Enclave in the Central District; better hurry, High General Indari is already there, getting ready for his speech!"
Nearby, a press crew of Romulans - clearly from the Romulan Republic - was hurrying to a taxi station. "Hurry, you guys! We don't want to keep High General Indari waiting!" the leader of the group urged his colleagues.
*** Speech Area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle was still going over the speech he had settled in on in his head, waiting for that press crew to arrive. In one corner, he wondered what was keeping the crew.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Hnh," Blythe remarked. "You have some real pull with the High General, then. You must get a lot of guys asking you out - not many get that close to a man like Indari. Or, so I hear."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"So am I," Falco stated. "It was not a pleasant experience. You should really thank the... Lucario guy that drove away the spirits, whatever his name was." It was then that the door bell jingled, and a Red Lucario stepped into the restaurant. Clipped to his belt were lightsabers, and he had characteristic Yellow eyes of a Sith. But he seemed just normal - no hostile expression, no gestures or anything to suggest he was here to cause trouble. He indicated the bar, where two empty stools sat. "See - empty stools, I told you we'd find seats here, Cobalt!" he said to someone, though it was not immediately clear who he was speaking to.
"Yes, he is," Malcolm told Kelli. "We'd better hurry to the Central District if we want to catch Uncle Kyle's speech."
"Good luck figuring out why someone had my memory wiped from my lost memories," Travis scoffed. "They more than likely didn't tell me."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
It was as Markus was going over reports when Drake came out of the bedroom he shared with his wife, dressed in his full military attire. "Come on, kids! We don't want to miss your grandfather's speech!"
"Almost ready, dad!" came Jason's Response.
Faintly, Tyber could be heard talking to Shiloh: "You look gorgeous, dear - so let's move, I don't want to miss your grandpa's speech. First one I'll have been to that I was at with you."
*** Ruusan ***
Alduah smiled as Bahkriid explained the situation. "Marvelous, my apprentice - simply marvelous. Without my instruction, you have expanded your own power. And even in this day and age, a Sith should always be looking for ways to expand their power," he complimented her. He looked to the others present. "Did anything else happen?"
"Nothing that we've seen so far," Akarkek replied. "We've been expecting company, but no one beyond us has arrived."
"However, I do sense a dark presence approaching the planet," Jaden added. "I can't specify as to who, though."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
A green lightsaber went active, and a brown-robed Jedi dropped from the trees, not far from Malgus. He immediately sent a telekinetic wave at Malgus, which was promptly redirected back at him by Malgus; the Jedi - a human - staggered, but did not fall. Malgus's hand remained on his lightsaber, but he did not draw it. "There is no need to attack me, Jedi - I am not the same Sith I once was," Malgus told the Jedi.
"The hell, you're not! Sith never reform! Your kind's transition into being a force for a better galaxy is another Sith lie!" the Jedi snarled.
"Don't believe me?" Malgus asked, "Ask the Mongdrigans who surround you; they can attest for the good I have done."
Rather than ask, the Jedi rushed Malgus, who Force-pushed the Jedi into a nearby tree.
*** Gamma-5 ***
The Sangheili Fleet, when finding nothing on scanners, shifted their focus on the debris field, intent on finding out how the planets managed to collide.
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*** IKS Warwolf, approaching Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Ken, here, now?" Ninya asked, not really pushing back, at least they were in the private quaters. "your almost as bad as Freya." Ninya the female ferasan chuckled.
Meanwhile on the bridge "You still haven't upgraded the shield?" Another Ferasan asked A klingon "No, I haven't had the time, the new chancellor has had me busy, and then there's the Romulan Republic, At least the new chancellor isn't a petaQ." Kay'pal the Klingon said "Kay'pal, we all didn't like the last Chancellor..." Kreya pointed out "Ahh yes ,but if you recall he let Torq pretty much get away with what that PetaQ was doing." "His bloodline is gone the house of Martok saw to that." Kreya responded. Freya was on the comm console sighing at Kreya an Kay'pals talk, she opened a channel to the docks down below on Dragon'taan, letting out one last sigh "IKS Warwolf to Dragon'taan docks, requesting landing clearance and a docking bay, we're here for the festival please don't delay us."
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I suppose most men don't have the guts to walk in on a woman who produces weapons let alone a white Tiger woman who produces weapons." Tigress Chuckled.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm following you." Kelli noted.
"You never know." Kari pointed out eye on the news feed screens in the bar showing the Speech grounds.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Leylah was already in her military uniform "this thing is itchy i prefer my armor." She noted "Jason you gonna be out here, today?" she asked
"Dang the family is growing." Amie chuckled.
"You're already my Mate Tyber you have no need to use smooth words." Shiloh noted. "Besides we'll have loving time later."
*** Ruusan ***
Riku looked around "So nobody has any idea what's coming?" the large yellow Vixen asked.
"Whatever is coming it sure has great timing..." Tony Grumbled
"Tony, calm yourself, the festival last at least a week." Tonya sighed.
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Could that be him right there?", Vince said gesturing towards the new comer.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Zack stood there for a moment pondering the next move he should make, but it dawned on him that there was a simple solution to his puzzling question. *This was a stupid idea* he thought as he simply bee-lined towards the door not caring if he was noticed as his disguise faded and he shut the door behind him. As he looked back at Markus a vexed expression as he walked towards Fox, picking up his bag along the way. As he stood there infront of the man who raised him he unzipped his bag and pulled out a blaster case. "So, dad... I have a question, is this your blaster?" Zack asked the air became tense around them. Zack opened the case revealing a blaster bayonetted with a claw.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Uh... well that's not great," Weaver said in response to Ray. "I think taking some kind of language class should be among your first priorities. Kinda tricky to get around if you can't read. Uh, maybe you could get one of those universal translators maybe? Could have it just verbally tell you what things say."
"Oh, cool! Thanks!" the spider said to the droid. "Come on Ray. I have no idea what any of this is about, but it should be interesting." Weaver headed towards the closest taxi station provided Ray followed along.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray pulled himself from the poster, but seemed hesitant around the droid. He gave it a wide berth as he followed Weaver, glancing over his shoulder at the robot every so often. In the clean, Dragon'taanian air, it would be terribly obvious. The agent smelled, like burnt gasoline, sweat, and dirt. The CBRN suit was starting to decay, not made for such a long wear. The gloves were thinning, as were the joints, and parts of the hood and collar had small holes in them. Ray did his best to seem apologetic, yet unaffected. But, he was painfully embarrassed, as hygiene was something he held in high regard. ‘A great first impression,’ he chided internally. ‘Smell like a burnt-up locker room to a bunch of strangers.’ He leaned over and whispered to Weaver before they reached the desk.
“I gotta get new duds, Weaver. Might we make a detour before we reach the uh…speech floor?”
*Dromund Kaas*
The Mongdrigans surrounded Malgus and the Jedi, but didn’t interfere. Should the Jedi try to leg it, however, and the Mongdrigans would pounce as a rabid horde.
The twins stayed deep in the brush, watching for any other assailants that chose to make themselves known. The mech too kept its attention to the trees, ready to smear any Jedi across the forest floor.
*Gamma-5*
It took hours, and hundreds of scans, but the engineers aboard the Sangheili fleet were able to piece together something. A great engine, titanic in scope, was built on the moon and pushed it into the planet. But, the metal was foreign to this sector of the galaxy. Foreign to the galaxy at large, truthfully. It had too much inherent energy, like it’d been materialized instead of forged. Whatever perpetrated this attack was advanced. Really advanced.
*Deep Space*
The fleet cruised at just sub-lightspeed, as the Commander didn’t have light-speed tech. But, all the same, the hundred-strong fleet beelined for their destination.
On the stat chart, it looked to be a huge trade hub, central in the galaxy. And spectrometer scans show the planet to be mostly high density metals. The first attack would have to be swift, sudden and brutal. But the planet made for an excellent staging area for operations. The Commander even liked the name.
Coruscant.
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*** IKS Warwolf, approaching Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
On the bridge, Freya would receive a response: "IKS Warwolf, you are cleared to land; transmitting approach vector. Welcome to Dragon'taan."
In Ken'ji and Ninya's quarters, Ken'ji just chuckled at his mate's comment. "This kind of thing happens when I'm separated from you for so long," he said. "Can you really blame me?"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Huh?" Falco responded to Vince, looking over at the Lucario. "Yeah, that's him."
Travis shrugged, and cast his gaze on the news screens covering what was soon to be the opening speech.
Malcolm walked out of the bar, hailed a taxi, and he and Kelli would head on it to the Speech area in the Central District.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Weaver and Ray would arrive at the taxi station just as the Romulan Republic news crew got their taxi and were underway to the speech area. The person manning the station - a Twi'lek, by the looks of her - was keeping her eyes glued to the nearby TV screen. "Come on, come on... what's taking so long?" She muttered, evidently unaware of Weaver and Ray.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Can't say that it is," Fox commented. "I don't remember such a weapon. Where'd you pick that up?"
"Well, yeah," Jason told Leylah. "We're all going as a family."
"You're telling me," Drake muttered. Directing a call upstairs, he called out, "Uncle Mathayus! You 'bout ready?" In response, Mathayus came out wearing his Sith robes from his early days as Darth Faasnu. Next to him was his son, Max, wearing a ceremonial Sith Robe. Next to exit was Maria, Max's mother and Mathayus's wife.
"I'm guessing your father is already at the Speech area?" Mathayus asked.
"Dad always goes there early," Drake commented.
"Yeah, I bet," Tyber chuckled in response to Shiloh as he headed out into the foyer.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Blythe frowned. "Seriously?" he responded to Tigress. "Wow. I guess I'm the only Tiger so far who's had the guts to talk to you like this. Which, I imagine, means you aren't seeing anyone right now. I'd have thought a girl like you in a job like this would be spoken for already. I can't see why most men would be so intimidated by you."
*** Ruusan ***
Alduah looked at Riku. "Do you have some idea of what approaches? If you know something we don't, I would like to hear it."
"She hasn't said a word since she got here, master," Bahkriid commented while looking at Riku.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
The Jedi again rushed Malgus, but this time, Malgus ignited his lightsaber, and deflected the Jedi's blade and blasted him with Lightning, which sent the Jedi tumbling to the ground. "I have no quarrel with the current reigning Jedi Order, Jedi - don't give me one," Malgus growled.
"I am not a part of the 'current reigning Jedi Order'... none of us are," the Jedi spat as he got up off the ground.
"Us?" Malgus repeated.
"We are outcasts - breakaways," the Jedi explained. "But we grow every day, as we recruit more who see the corruption of the current Jedi Order and the Imperial Alliance they serve! And we will not suffer another Sith Empire coming to put us all in shackles!"
"The only thing you are shackled by is adherence to ways of the past that destroyed both Jedi and Sith orders," Malgus told the Jedi. "Times change."
"Then they can be changed back to the way things were!" the Jedi hissed as he lunged for another attack. The ensuing duel saw Malgus move like a blur, faster than most would have thought a man his age would be capable of. It ended when the Jedi made a lunge with his lightsaber, and Malgus deflected it, spun inward, and drove his own lightsaber into the man's chest - right through his heart. The Jedi was dead before he hit the ground.
When it was all over, Malgus extinguished his lightsaber and turned to the surrounding Mongdrigans. "Sweep the area - make sure no more Jedi like this one are present." He looked to Ickthis and added, "Commander, send a runner to our Intelligence branch... I want to know if they heard anything about a breakaway faction of Jedi." His gaze then fell upon Kurt and Ann. "I don't suppose I can count on help from the Dragon Federation on this?"
"We can definitely see if our people heard anything on them," Kurt responded.
"They sound like lunatics trying to turn back the clock," Ann remarked.
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*** IKS Warwolf, approaching Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I just hope admiral Trask is here." Kreya sighed.
"He better be or I shall be flinging Klingon insults at him." Kay'pal noted.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"So why did you come here of all places?" Kari asked.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
A droid would roll up to the two, Ray and Weaver and offer each a small device it would help them translate the languages used at teh speech and festival. The droid would hold up a electronic sign, or tablet of sorts that displayd many languages including plain english that would explain to them the devices use.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Krystal walked out of the holodeck in a workout outfit carrying a towel in her arms "Whew what a workout." she reached out and tried to contact Markus, deciding to let Zack do his own thing.
"Sure are taking your time then..." Leylah muttered.
"Drake do I look okay? No stray hairs of white fur from my winter coat?" Amie asked.
** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Guess your the lucky one..." Tigress replied " I guess being seven foot tall tends to intimdate people, How are you at driving a tank?"
*** Ruusan ***
"Not a clue, but people here have been saying something is coming, i don't feel anything. Riku responded.
Jayd shrugged in responce to the conversation.
Nari sighed. "And i left Dragon'tann for this.." she grumbled.
"Does anybody notice a slight lack of Dark side aura here?" Tonya asked "it's as if it moved elsewhere not like the time that Cult of Ragnos drained dark side energy...."
"Yeah it does feel a bit distant." Tony noted.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I suppose we could," Weaver said to Ray, "but we might miss out on the speech. But I get it if you want to change into something more comfortable." He looked to the droid that offered the duo the translators, "Hey that's convenient," he said as he took one, twirling it around in his hands as he looked it over. "Oh, um, right, the taxi."
The spider stood awkwardly by the station waiting for the Twi'lek to notice them. Eventually given enough time or prodding, he'd try and gently get the attention of the attendant, "Hey... um... we need a cab to get to... uh..." he looked to Ray, "the speech or some clothing store?"
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Vince let out a chuckle "check this out", Vince said as he was nudging Falco's arm before taking a deep breath and belting out a symphony of sounds orchestrating from the instruments to the vocals of a song starting at the chorus.
"I'm waking up, I feel it in my bones
Enough to make my systems blow
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
Whoa, oh, oh, oh, oh, whoa, oh, oh, oh, I'm radioactive, radioactive
Whoa, oh, oh, oh, oh, whoa, oh, oh, oh, I'm radioactive, radioactive
I raise my flags, don my clothes
It's a revolution, I suppose
We'll paint it red to fit right in!"
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Zack noticed his mother come out of the Holo deck and walked over and showed her the bayoneted blaster.
*So had this blaster belonged to who I think*, he asked her telepathically hoping for an honest answer.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray took the translator cautiously, like it was dangerous. He kept a weary eye on the droid, and flinched when it brought up the instructions. His right glove crinkled as Ray balled his fist, but otherwise he seemed no more wary and confused than usual, as he read the page. He averted his eyes seemingly at random, like the page spooked him. Once he read the last of what he could, he returned his attention to the translator. It was advanced, as were all things compared to what the Foundation had. Ray didn’t trust it. It might not pick up on memetic phrases; did this universe even have memetics? Ray realized he really needed to get to earth.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis saluted, and barked out orders.
“You heard him! The fastest, get to Intel. The rest of you, get your gear! We’re going hunting!”
Within minutes, the Mongdrigans marched into the jungle, equipped as best as they could for tracking down Jedi. The mech brought up the rear, crushing through what the others had to navigate.
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
Malgus clipped his lightsaber to his belt with a heavy sigh. "It is fortunate I sensed that disturbance that drew me here," he said, looking over the deceased Jedi. "I guess I shouldn't be surprised that there are Jedi who cling to the past. It's strange, though... how did a Jedi get here to Dromund Kaas undetected... and why did they come here in the first place? Surely they don't think they can just destroy us with a direct frontal assault?"
"My lord," Kurt suggested, "It may be possible they were looking for something here. Jedi wouldn't risk coming here with the Sith Order present unless they wanted to snatch something from under your nose."
"Then why did that Jedi attack me?" Malgus asked the human.
"Ten to one, he knew he'd been detected - knowing old Jedi mindsets, he at least wanted to distract you, delay you, while his comrades went about securing whatever they came here to find," Ann stated.
"That would mean we need to figure out what may remain here that they don't want us finding," Malgus murmured. He looked to Ickthis. "Is there any possibility some form of tech you're aware of may have ended up here on Dromund Kaas?"
*** IKS Warwolf, approaching Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Ken'ji continued kissing his mate, his arms holding her close and somewhat tight in a loving grip of a man separated from his mate for too long.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Weaver's voice startled the Twi'lek, and her head immediately snapped to face him. "Sorry," she apologized. "Yeah, Taxi rides for the duration of the festival are free, but if it's a clothing store you need..." she pointed to a store just down the street past the taxi station. "There's one there. If you hurry, you can nab your clothes and catch a ride to the speech area before High General Indari makes his big speech - though I don't know how anyone on Dragon'taan would miss it - it's broadcast on every TV channel."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Reason one: I was hungry," Travis responded. "Reason two: I needed to sit down. I'd been on my feet for too long."
At Vince's singing, K'Tath frowned, then turned and spotted him sitting with Falco. He smiled, then asked, "Found your younger clone, huh Falco?"
"Vince... meet K'Tath Indari, cousin to Kyle Indari," Falco introduced him.
"How'd you end up as a Lucario?" Katt asked.
"It's a long story," K'Tath replied.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I've driven a few before... Scorpion, Grizzly... but once, I drove a tank made by Axon Corporation. 'Least, I think it was Axon... I know it was stolen by Izanagi Corporation during the Corporation Wars, and I have no idea how it ended up where I found it," Blythe answered Tigress's question. "Point is, I've driven a few tanks before. Why do you ask?"
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"No need to contact me, hon, I'm right here," Markus told Krystal as he handed the report back to Voro.
"No, Amie, there's no stray white hairs - you took care of that yesterday," Drake said as Jason and Tyber came out of separate rooms. Mathayus, Maria and Max came down the stairs and joined the others.
"Shall we?" he asked.
*** Ruusan ***
"Indeed, I feel the same thing," Jaden agreed. "Could the Dark Side aura here have dissipated when Bahkriid absorbed Lord Kaan?"
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"So you're the one I need to thank for saving him?", Vince asked offering him one of the drinks off the tray.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Zack turned towards Markus with a somewhat embarrassed look from his last encounter, as he held the case open in line of sight, on closer inspection one could see the words "Vhem Tut" (From Dad)
Etched into the bottom of the grip.
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*** IKS Warwolf, approaching Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Ken'jii as much as I would like to stay in your embrace, we need to go." Ninya noted,gently trying to get out of her mates embrace.
Kreya and Kay'pal would be waiting in the transporter room for the others. "I hope we're not late." Kreya noted.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
If Ray would head into the clothing store he'd find anther droid manning the register as the owner was busy in back "May I help you sir?" the droid would ask if he spotted Ray ignoring the state of Ray's suit.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Sounds like a good reason." Kari replied
"Ignoring me much?" Cobalt almost growled smaking K'tath lightly. on his arm. "I helped a little too!" She said to Vince.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Well you seem interested in me so, I thought we'd start with a little joy ride to the Indari manor, i've been meaning to show Kyle this tank design anyway I can finish the turrret later and i have a hologram schematic of it, thought you'd enjoy that."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Kyle told me to whatch after his family make sure they made it in time.." Krystal replied looking to Amie.
She turned to Zack 'Doesn't look like Fox's blaster, are you thinking of Wolf? If so why would you have his blaster?' she responded to Zack
"Like we need watching anymore." Amie chuckled.
*** Ruusan ***
"Could be but i suspect it's more than that." Tonya noted.
"I think it's something else." Tony noted.
Riku just shrugged.
Asara also shrugged not really understanding the Force, yet.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Thanks," Weaver said to the Twi'lek, albeit a bit annoyed as Ray had ignored him.
"So are we going to the festival or the clothing store?" Weaver said to Ray.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray looked up from the device, bewildered a moment. “Wha-? Oh! Sorry, got lost in thought.” Sliding the translator into a vest pouch, he looked himself over a moment.
“I’d personally prefer to grab clothes. If you wanna see the speech in person, go ahead without me. Taxis are free, yeah? I’ll just call one once I’m done and join you.” He checked his credits, not fully aware of the values they held. Ray then locked eyes with Weaver, patiently waiting for an answer.
*Dromund Kaas*
“Impossible,” Ickthis grunted. He paused, lifting a paw to his chin. “Unless…unless these Jedi knew about tiberium. We gave one to your light-blade. Perhaps they’re after the same thing? Though…why would they have attacked you if they knew what it did? And judging by what your forces brought to Mongdrigo, I doubt they’re after weapon or mech designs.”
The Mongdrigans pushed farther into the jungle, sweeping every dark spot, tree top, and under brush with floodlights and rifle barrels. The mech trudged along in the rear, camera array sweeping as much as it could.
*Deep Space*
The Commander’s fleet cruised through nebulae, mapping the space around them. They were but days away from their target.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"If you're gonna go see the speech in person, better hurry," the Twi'lek at the counter said. "That zone fills up fast for this event."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
K'Tath accepted the drink. "I wouldn't say 'need' to thank me. But yes - I am responsible for saving your... I'm guessing Falco is your father, but I saved him from being ravaged by Sith Spirits. Ask my par'Mach'kai, Cobalt - she and I have seen what happens to people who have been possessed by Sith spirits for prolonged periods." He paused, then added, "It's not pretty."
A waiter came up to Kari and Travis. "Sorry for the wait, you two - we're extremely busy due to the festival. What will we be having to eat?"
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Then let's get going," Markus said. He looked to Zack. "Zack, you might want to tag along; Krystal's clinic isn't too far from the Speech area; at the very least, we can get you functional again until we can regrow your arm. Oh, that reminds me, hon - have you seen Celina and Gideon? They aren't answering their phones."
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Blythe smiled. "Don't mind if I do," he said, approaching the tank.
*** IKS Warwolf, approaching Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Ken'ji just chuckled, kissed Ninya one more time, then let her go.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Unlikely they even know what Tiberium is," Malgus remarked. "No... they knew we were still setting up here. Whatever it is they're after..." He paused, then again looked to Ickthis. "Summon your most subtle scout. Someone who is capable of moving unseen by everyone. I need them to scout north - around the remains of the Dark Temple. Whatever they're after, I have a hunch it's going to be in that area."
*** Dark Temple Ruins, Dromund Kaas ***
The ruins of the late Sith Emperor's Dark Temple had remained a ruin for millennia - a silent, but still ominous, testament to the Sith Empire of old. Jedi and their non-force-sensitive teams were combing the ruins. What they were looking for was unclear - but they seemed adamant that it lay in the ruins.
What they hadn't yet realized, however, was that their prize wasn't at the temple - it had crashed several klicks west of that temple, in the jungle. An old ship, reconfigured with scavenged material to be a makeshift shelter, housed a lone figure with the prize the Jedi were looking for. This figure had curved horns, a short snout, a small horn between his nostrils, a bulky build, and wings he kept folded behind his back when not in use. Clipped to his belt was a lightsaber - old, but in surprisingly good condition. His steel-grey eyes scanned his surroundings for anything - he had sensed the arrival of many others, but recently, there had been a shift in the Force.
Mesmerin had been trapped here on Dromund Kaas ever since he crashed here, and over the years had acquired many useful items. But he daren't show himself - not yet, anyway. Not until he was certain he would be secure.
*** Deep Space ***
Unbeknownst to the Commander or his fleet, a Reman Warbird (https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/sto_gamepedia/images/0/0c/Rom_Ship_Hathos.png/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/1000?cb=20190710101136) was cloaked in the area, tracking their progress. It wasn't long before the ship broke off, headed out of weapons range, and went to Transwarp, contacting the United Imperial Alliance at the same time.
Commander Orith to UIA Command: Red Alert. Unidentified fleet on direct heading to Coruscant. Machine intelligence, fleet composition and size suggestive of hostile intent. Red Alert. Recommend entrenchment for imminent hostile contact.
*** Ruusan ***
"If the Force Aura that had been here is gone, then it stands to reason that whatever the Sith Covenant stood to gain here is gone with it," Jaden suggested. "Ten to one, they'll sense that and move on."
"Then we better not be here when they arrive," Alduah suggested. "I assume you all have ships?"
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"It's probably better that we stick together," Weaver said to Ray. "I don't exactly have a way of contacting you, and there's no way I'm going to find you among a sea of people. Let's buy you some new clothes." With that, Weaver was ready to follow Ray to the clothing store.
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"And he still needs to get use to mentioning me, guess he's gotten too use to being alone, the petaQ." Cobalt replied smacking K'tath on the shoulder lightly, quietly saying the very last word in an attempt to hide it
Kari looked to the Flatscreen Tv's around "So what are you planning on eating then?" she asked, surprized no one had called her her mother, Krystal considering she looked exactly the same except shorter and had blue eyes.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Those two are propbably prepareing or already on their way to the speech area with Tala and Ruby and thier Boyfriends they've been with for at least 2 months now maybe more." Krystal explained "Don't worry they'll be there.
"Markus do you remember when told you about the time I was on Boreth? "Krystal asked.
** IKS Warwolf, approaching Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The Warwolf, now landed opened a hatch to the ground from the Ning'tao Bird-of-Prey, Kreya was the first to step down a blue feam cat of the Ferasan species, shortly followed by a few other Ferasan's and Kay'pal a Klingon male. "Where's Ninya?" Kreya would ask the others.
"Common Ken'ji!" Ninya would shout as she ran down the ramp almost tripping once she got off the ramp.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, near the speech area. ***
"I swear Gideon do you always have to get dirt or mudd all over yourself?" Celina asked cleaning off her boyfriend, Gideon's shirt. "Hey Fal did you get that drink I asked for before we left? Asked a Black she-wolf to her Red Dragon boyfriend, "Cad we need to go, you can let go of me now." Said a white she-wolf to her Green dragon boyfriend.
"Heh look at them so young...."Kayle a Navy blue Fox said pointing to Tala Ruby and the others. "I hope were not late to the speech Krystal would kill me if I was late, common kids!"
*** Dromund Kaas, Kaas City ***
A Dark blue vixen, stood behind an ancient building whatching people rebuild the city. "Interesting, Alliance files on this planet are scarce, yet there are people here, i wonder if this is part ot the life signs i picked up before I landed.' the Vixen, Alessia or Alex, thought to herself.
*** Ruusan ***
"interesting how one spirit can be the cause of so much radiating energy." Asara noted.
Riku stood their playing with what looked like some sort of Arrow ,but made of a green energy in her hand."soo what now?"
"I don't quiet understand this." Tonya began "Why are you two even here, what is your purpose, Sith don't typically act like this, times have defintly changed."
"Like the Jedi didn't over time?" Tony noted.
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"By not pretty, he means?", Vince asked looking at cobalt.
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Zack gave a sigh as he closed the case and placed it back in his pack, his thoughts racing, as he realized the gravity of the situation he was in. Zack looked over towards Fox then towards Markus before grabbing the bottle of Romulan ale of the table and gripping it tightly in his right arm. "This is coming with me, Ema you can be social if you want",Zack said as his arm detached curled up into a ball and started hovering at eye level before having a chance to hit the floor, A projection of a little girl stood underneath the metal orb.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray nodded. “Good point.” He turned and headed into the clothing store, walking quickly past the droid at the register. He shuffled through the racks of clothes quickly, picking things he would deem ‘unnoticeable’. A simple grey button-up, black khaki slacks, and a white a-frame shirt. The agent ducked into an available changing room, and started getting dressed. As he buttoned the khakis, he had a thought.
“Weaver,” he called. “You still out there? I need some advice.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis whistled through his fingers, recalling the Mongdrigans. After a few moments, the twins stepped not from behind Ickthis, but from behind Malgus.
“Good. Graham, Greta. You two are scouting north, that big abandon temple.”
The pair nodded, and turned to leave.
“Remember,” Ickthis called after them. “Never seen, never been. Got it?”
Again, the silent pair nodded, and slunk back into the forest, seemingly disappearing into the shadowy tree cover.
Ickthis nodded, and turned back to Malgus. “They’ll have your answers, m’lord. Capable scouts, more capable assassins. But, as I told them, they won’t be seen.”
*Jungle, headed for The Dark Temple*
The twins moved silently, like living shadows. Could they speak, even the plants had issue tracking the strange Mongdrigans. Graham froze, stopping his sister, each of their single ears pivoting like radar dishes. After a few moments, they continued.
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*** Speech area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The Romulan Republic press crew finally arrived. It was time. Kyle walked up to the podium, and inhaled as the crowd grew silent. "Many years ago, on this very world, dragon-shifters, humans, and aliens alike all came together to stand against the Necromyan Collective. It was on this world that the Dragon'taan Coalition was born. This world, that the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps was first marshaled. I still remember when I first came here. We were lost. We were broken. We knew we were being hunted, for reasons we to this day never figured out. I can't count the people we lost... the worlds destroyed... the pain of those who fled... But it didn't matter. It was on this stage many years ago, I passionately declared we would not die out without a fight. I declared that if this was all to end in fire, that we would all burn together. I declared we would not surrender to a darkness that hungered for our blood. But most of all, I declared we would fight the Necromyan Menace until their destruction... or our own. So we fought. We fought the Necromyans in space as well as the ground. We fought them at a distance and face-to-face. And not only did we wage the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps' first Interstellar War - We prevailed!" The crowd erupted in cheering at the last statement. "Today! We celebrate that victory! Today, we honor those that had fallen in combat, and we celebrate those who were fortunate enough to return home! We celebrate the victories we have enjoyed since then, and remember the setbacks we endured! But most of all, we celebrate that which matters most - WE ARE STILL HERE!" Cheers could be heard across Dragon'taan. Every bar, hotel, restaurant, and every other occupied structure had people cheering. "Let the festivities... BEGIN!" At the last word, the fanfare played, and fireworks shot up in the sky.
Markus turned to Krysal after the speech was over. "So... you were saying about Boreth?"
Ken'ji, standing among the crowd with Ninya, held her hand as the cheering subsided. "Such a proud warrior," he commented. "I had heard the tales... but to see him for myself..."
Gideon leaned to speak to Celina. "I can see why most people here like your uncle," he commented.
Saraabi chuckled, holding her son in her arms. "Never fails," she remarked.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'll be having a steak, side of mashed potatoes," Travis said once the speech was over and the cheering died down.
The waiter jotted the order down, then looked to Kari. "And you, missus Tokarev?"
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Good. I will be in my chambers at the Citadel. When they have their report, send them directly to me," Malgus said before departing for the Citadel. He was halfway through Kaas City when he sensed the presence of another. Not hostile, but someone who was not here before.
*** Dark Temple Ruins Outskirts, Dromund Kaas ***
Mesperin had spotted the two before he realized where they were going. Some off-worlders the Sith had brought with them. Not servants - Darth Malgus had given them a great deal of autonomy. But these two... they seemed unusual, even for off-worlders. He spotted them as unidentified signatures on his occular implants - then caught a brief glimpse of them. He did not attack them. He had no reason to. But someone sent them this way. He quickly returned to his camp and gathered his belongings, then made his way toward Kaas City... which he imagined would be in the process of rebuilding, if these Sith were here to stay. His path, however, would put him on a heading that would take him - whether he knew it or not - through the Mongdrigan Camp...
*** Ruusan ***
"We'd better get moving," Alduah suggested.
"I'll grab my fighter," Bahkriid responded.
"We'd better get to the Mantis," Akarkek told his Mandalorian colleague.
"Same," Jaden stated. He looked at the others. "Let's clear out of here, meet back up on Yavin IV."
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
Anakin Skywalker and Ahsoka Tano both walked onto the bridge of the Allegiance-class Battlecruiser Redemption. Standing with a lesser-ranked officer was Admiral Piett. "Lord Vader," Piett greeted him as he snapped to attention.
"We've been through that, Admiral - It's General Skywalker, now," Anakin told Piett.
"Sorry, sir - old habit," Piett apologized.
"What do you have for us, Admiral?" Ahsoka asked.
"We got word from an approaching ship that a hostile fleet is heading this way," Piett replied. "I've already given the order to marshal the fleet, but I thought it prudent to have you leading the defense of Coruscant."
"Did one of our own send the warning?" Anakin asked.
"Negative, sir - another ship. Reman Warbird, Hathos-class. They spotted the fleet, realized their vector put them heading for us, and sent the warning," Piett reported.
"Why would a fleet of strangers attack Coruscant like this?" Ahsoka mused. "Seems... brazen."
"I don't think it matters at this point, Ahsoka," Anakin stated. "If they are of hostile intent, they'll find out why it's unwise to attack the Imperial Alliance unprovoked." At that, a fleet of Mon Cal ships dropped out of hyperspace. Anakin looked between the ships and Piett and inquired, "Did you send for the Mon Calamari?"
"Negative - Chancellor Mon Mothma did," Piett replied. "She thinks this an Imperial Remnant attack."
"Either way, we can use the help," Ahsoka remarked.
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*** Speech area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I spent some time there trying to find a purpose just before I found Kyle... The monks let me meditate there to find my way." Krystal replied.
"What do you mean?" Kayle asked Saraabi.
Tigress would arrive in the speech area inside the turret basket of her t-34 tank hull she'd look down into the drivers compartment throuigh the holes in the turret basket "Nice driving." She would tell Blythe.
After Kyle stepped down Kreya would walk up to Kyle "May I speak with you Admiral?"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Umm I'm not my mother, but I'll have the Dragon quesadilla and a order of fries."
"Being possesses by a sith..." Cobalt replied to Vince.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"I guess you found me?" Alex said when Malgus, passed near her. "I need to work on my stealth, mentally and physically." The dark blue Vixen added. "What are you doing on this dead planet?" She asked, not making any moves that would make her look hostile, she didn't even seem armed, though she was, but she figured she didn't need any of her weapons...
*** Ruusan ***
"Where to now?" Tony and Tonya asked.
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
A couple of Ha'apax class warbirds and a couple of Hathos warbirds would warp into the system the lead Ha'apax class hailed Coruscant control informing them that they had come to help, and were not Romulan republic vessels, but from a group known as the Tri-Dragon Legion.
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*** Speech area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Zack looked around looking at everyone having a person to talk to as sat down on a near by bench. Setting the bottle on the bench, as he takes the top off and goes to place it in his arm before realizing it wasn't there. He had forgotten that he let Ema go socialize. He sighed as he placed it in his pants pocket and took a swing from the blue liquid. "Ema do you mind picking up two bottles of Romulan selection from Sol's and taking one to the manor and bringing the other one here?",he asked through the neural link. "Sure thing",She responded as Ema headed that way. Zack took another swig from the bottle as he pulled the case out of his pack. Opening it he further examined the baster inside. He scoffed as he saw the inscription on the bottom. "Well... Dad... Must be real proud of me", He muttered as he turned his gaze to the claw. Zack stared at it for a few minutes before dislodging it from the blaster. "What kind of blade doesn't have an edge?", Zack asked himself as he placed the chunk of material down and took another swig from the bottle. He then let a few nano bots out to form a handle and sharpen it, but as soon as they made contact with the claw, they disintegrated into dust. Zack noticed this in confusion. He tried again and got the same results. He took a moment to process this as he examined the material that held it in the blaster. " plastic...", he thought. He then used the nano bots to take the shelling of the plastic off, forming a sheathing and handle this time without turning into dust. He closed the case and placed it back in his pack.Zack polished off the bottle and relaxed some, watching the mess of life dance around him.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I see", Vince replied as he took another drink feeling both disturbed and relieved.
Just then Ema walked through the door and up to the counter this time her projection resembling that of a young adult in their mid twenties, "excuse me, I need two bottles of Romulan selection please?", she asked the bartender.
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*** Dragon’taan, Clothing Store ***
Weaver watched a nearby TV in order to see the speech. It was probably better that he saw a televised event given that Weaver didn't really understand the history behind any of it, but given the cheering, the speech seemed to go over well.
"H-huh? Oh... what's up?" Weaver said after taking a moment to recognize Ray's voice. "If you're looking for fashion advice then I'm pretty much hopeless."
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray stepped from the dressing room, dressed in the dark grey ensemble. “Guess this’ll have to do. Don’t want to stand out.” He glanced at the television and exhaled sharply. “Darn. Missed the speech. Sorry, Weaver. Probably better in person.”
*Dromund Kaas*
The twins slipped into the ruins, looking for whoever or whatever may have camped there.
The camp guard, as soon as Mesmerin was visible, drew their rifles and shouted.
“Halt! Identify yourself!”
Ickthis turned to see what the shouting was about, and drew his blade, stalking slowly towards the stranger. The Momgdrigan commander planned to rush the stranger if a weapon was produced.
*Deep Space*
The Commander’s fleet, still a few minutes from Coruscant, provided a visual feed of the planet. The Commander would’ve been surprised, had he the capacity. The organics had raised a paltry fleet in a very short time. But, it would be for naught, the Commander had calculated. It would be a numbers game, and the Commander was on the winning side.
*Coruscant*
The Commander’s fleet came into view. Two-dozen battleships, scores of cruisers, tens of frigates and hundreds of fighter-craft blotted out the stars. They slowed to a halt, taking up a more concrete formation.
A general-purpose hail went out to the fleet defending Coruscant. A parley it seemed.
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ATTENTION: After several reports from various users, I am requesting that all references to drinks be stopped in Sol's Bar & Grille. It is too easy to misinterpret any drinks mentioned there as being alcoholic in nature, which is against site rules.
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*** Speech area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Hrm," Markus commented. "Don't think you ever told me that one. How long were you there?" He then looked over and spotted Zack, and decided to sit down next to him. "Quite commendable, coming all this way to reconnect with your mother," Markus told him. "Takes drive, especially these days. Admittedly, I had been trying to keep my distance from her when she and I reunited on Drozana Station. Wasn't at all planning on it. I thought she'd still hate me."
Saraabi moved her head to indicate Kyle as he walked off the stage. "Him. Never fails to deliver a good speech on the day of the festival start." She looked at their young children. "So, who's up for cotton candy?"
Her son was immediately excited as he responded, "Me! Me!"
"Thank you," Blythe responded to Tigress. Kyle spotted the tank, and approached.
"Tigress, am I correct in assuming this chassis to be a modified version of the T34?" he asked.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The waiter jotted down Kari's order and left. Once he was clear, Travis looked to Kari and asked. "Do you often get mistaken for your mother?"
"Yeah," Falco replied. "Not fun."
It was then that a feline waitress approached their table. "Sorry for the wait you all, what will we be having to eat?"
"I'm going to be having the Talapia Special," Katt responded.
"I'm going for the grilled chicken," Falco added. He looked to Vince. "What about you, kiddo?"
K'Tath bumped Cobalt lightly. "We'd better find a table," he told her.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"It's a long story," Malgus told Alex. "But it's good some people are not fearful of Dromund Kaas's dark reputation. I knew the world long ago, and I and my Sith are working to restore it to it's former glory. But what brings you here?"
Mesmerin made no hostile gesture, nor ever went for any of his holstered, slung or otherwise inactive weapons. He looked at the diminutive Mongdrigans and spoke, "My name is Mesmerin Argent - and I come with something Lord Malgus will want. It may be what the Jedi are searching for at the ruins of the Dark Temple."
*** Ruusan ***
"We should probably find a more populated region and plan our next move. If the Sith Covenant came here to drain the Force Energy here, and Bahkriid has already taken it, they may move on to another target. We need to find out what that target is, and what they intend to do with that Force Energy," Alduah explained, "And that's going to take research and eyes in the field."
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
What the Commander would meet in orbit of Coruscant was, by far, nowhere near paltry in size. It was a fleet capable of matching his own of Star Destroyers and various support craft, the various craft used by the Rebel Alliance - including both new and old models of Mon Calamari Cruisers - headed up by a trio of Allegiance-class Battlecruisers and a pair of Mediator-class Mon Calamari Battlecruisers. They all were supported by many, many fighter craft of varying designs.
As though to add to the odds against the Commander, an unidentified fleet dropped out of light speed, consisting of multiple ship designs identified from the data banks of the Sangheili that he'd accessed earlier as belonging to the wandering factions of the TEC, Advent and Vasari. Comm signals were sent between the present Coruscant Defense Fleet and the newcomers, but for the moment, they stayed where they were.
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*** Speech area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Actually I kinda wanted ice cream..." Saraabi and Kayle's daughter said, in reply.
"Yeah I've been working on it for awhile ,but I also brought someone else along" Tigress said pointing to the two Ferasan women hanging on the tank. "Aside from Blythe that is." "Anyway it's got a coating of Beskar for protection and I'm still working on the turret, the weapon is having some teething trouble."
Kreya nodded waiting for the 'High-General' to respond, her colleague, Kayda also waiting.
** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Why would you think otherwise?" Kari asked with a slight giggle "I look almost exactly like her."
"I'm waiting for you." Cobalt Told K'tath.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Current records mark this planet as dead i was passing by and my scanner reported life signs so I decided to check in." Alex explained
*** Ruusan ***
"Do you think that's a wise idea?" Tonya asked.
"Not that we don't trust you but what if The spirit Bahkriid, attracts the wrong poeple?" Tony asked. If either sith could pick it up it almost seeemd like the two were linked together in the force one speaking after the other in sync only possible through sucha link or some telepathic ability.
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
After a few more minutes a smaller fleet of Klingon ships appeared, decloaking about 6 B'rel class bir'ds of prey 6 Ning'tao birds of preay 4 Negh'var battleships and 2 Duvqu' Heavy Destroyers had appeared in the system ready to battle.
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*** Dragon’taan, Clothing Store ***
"Eh, I'm sure it'd be more meaningful to me if I knew more about the history of this place," Weaver remarked. "Besides, it was kinda short, so I didn't really miss much. Uh... now what? I guess we were gifted a bunch of cash. Could just walk around and see what we can waste it on. Oh, speaking of which, make sure to pay for your new outfit. We don't really want your first experience here to be thrown into some jail."
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*** Speech area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Zack chuckled abit before responding. "Takes at least a half operational warp drive these days." Zack stared off into the distance on that note as recent events replayed in his mind in rapid succession before taking a deep breath and letting it out. "I'm glad to see that she's found a stable relationship, she's been though enough hell as is", Zack added as he held back his own tears.
** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Vince sat there in silence for a moment. "I'm actually not hungry at the moment", he replied sullenly as he reflected on gathered information.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray nodded. “Fair enough.” Tossing the ruined CBRN suit in, what Ray assumed was, a trash can and continued to the counter. He produced the price tags, and fished out his credits to the droid at the counter. “I uh…don’t know the currency all that well, robot. I’ll leave the calculation to you.”
After the droid took what was owed, Ray returned to Weaver. “Well, a good judge of a civilization is their cuisine. I say we find a place to eat.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis’ brow furrowed. He flourished his blade, driving it into the earth. “You’ll wait here, stranger. I’ll send a messenger to Lord Malgus.” He motioned at a nearby Mongdrigan, who nodded and took off. “In light of the recent attempt on Lord Malgus’ life, you understand.”
The mech thudded over, the pilot curious about the yelling, and leveled his cannon off at the stranger, taking lead from the guards nearby.
*Coruscant Orbit*
The Commander studied the fleet’s feed, befuddled by the sudden appearance of the new fleets. He still outnumbered them, but now far less than before. But, the purge must begin.
Without warning, the battle cruisers discharged their weapons. High-energy beams lanced from the battle cruisers many batteries, each one computationally and mechanically precise. Shields flared against the beams, holding well. But their cores began to heat up, as the influx of energy bore down on capacitors.
The frigates and light cruisers jinked to either side, impossibly fast for ships of that size. Their kinetic batteries fired volley after volley, striking each target with machine precision, as targeting programs plotted the course of their nuclear missiles. Thousands of fighters poured from their carriers. They weren’t elegant by any stretch, none of the ships were. Blocky, built for utility over looks. The fighters’ squat, square frames had no directional “forward”, save for their guns. And they moved erratically, more agile than a standard fighter, but not as well shielded. [size=78%] [/size]
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*** Speech area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"We can do that," Saraabi replied to her daughter. "Come on - let's go!"
"Agreed," Markus responded. "She and I both have. You probably didn't know this, but I was there when Cerinia was destroyed. I helped get some of the people off-world. Kyle was there, too, I understand."
"I see," Kyle responded. "Looking forward to the finished result." He then turned to Kreya. "And who's the Admiral you're looking for?"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yes, but you have a different eye color than her," Travis responded, refraining from pointing out she was also shorter than Krystal. "Regardless, I'm surprised no one here tried to come at you. Being Krystal's daughter, one would think you'd have your pick of dates."
"You sure?" Falco asked. "You must have traveled a long distance to get here."
"He probably ate before you arrived," Katt pointed out.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"I see," Malgus responded to Alex. "Whereabouts did you detect life, besides here in Kaas City and the Mongdrigan camp?"
"I was not aware of that, but I can understand the caution," Mesmerin said to Ickthis.
*** Ruusan ***
"He won't," Bahkriid assured them. "You should probably study how Force-Walking works. The ghost is under my control now."
"We should still leave, before the Sith Covenant find us here," Alduah suggested.
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
The commander would find the shields were harder to wear down than he may have anticipated. Their shields were practically impervious to the EMP effect common in Nuclear Missiles, and their capacitors had numerous redundant backups; the shields themselves seemed to auto-adapt to the Commander's weapons and significantly reduce their impact. The fleet automatically returned fire with an outpouring of Turbolasers - and their Disruptor variants - and Ion Cannons. The TEC fleet, with their extremely-resilient ships, leapt into the fray with auto-targeting and tracking Autocannons, Laser Cannons, Laser Beams and missile flurries. The Advent and Vasari fleets, carrying much more advanced weapons, circled around and hit the Commander's fleet from their left flank. Fighters were everywhere - X-Wings and TIE Defenders went after the Commnander's fighters, proving themselves possibly faster than he may have thought, while K-Wings and TIE Scimitars went about with Bombing runs on vessels they could reach.
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*** Speech area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yay!" the two's daughter shouted.
A Blue fox sat on a bench near the speech area waiting "Dangit Vitani how long does it take for you to get food." the Fox Sighed.
"We best get that arm started it'll take a few hours to grow.." Krystal noted looking towards Markus and Zack.
"Trask Makron." Kreya noted "But my 'kin' Kayda needs some help, it appears she's a Dragon-shifter and has been having issues controlling it." Kreya replied, as she hefted some sort of briefcase off of the tank.
"Speaking of witch if your interested Blythe, I'm going to be the drummer for a band in a couple of days would you like to come, I can get you a VIP seat, I don' t think you mind flying in atmosphere...so you shouldn't have an issue." Tigress said as she turned to face him.
** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"hard to tell from the back, and I know what your thinking i'm a couple inches shorter than her, but i'm also Younger so." Kari replied.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Considering i had no idea what the first two were even called, i only picked up a smaller source near what looked like a temple or some structure made of stone." Alex replied.
*** Ruusan ***
"Then we best be off." Tonya replied, Tony saying nothing as his sister lead the way.
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
THe command would find that these particular Klingon Vessels also had equally resiliant shields all of them vanishing as they cloaked only to 'appaer' again to the righ flank of the commanders vessels before they opened fire the larg Carriers launching fighters... and more Birds-of-prey, that added to the amount if disruptor, plasma torpedo and some small rail gun projectiles at the commander's fleet.
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*** Dragon’taan ***
"You aren't wrong," Weaver said to Ray. "Uh, I guess keep that translator handy and we'll wander around until we find something that looks good?" He moved towards the exit of the store, getting ready to set out and explore what the city had to offer.
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*** Speech area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Sounds like a good change in pace", Zack said in a more cheerful tone as he called Ema back.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Well I suppose an appetizer would be nice, just feeling abit melancholy at the moment", Vince responded.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray nodded, sliding the translator into his pocket. He stayed about an arms length from Weaver, taking in the city as the pair meandered through the streets. The agent did his best to keep an eye on everyone they passed, evidently nervous at their mere appearance. Truthfully, Ray was afraid. The beings they passed bore no resemblance to those of his homeland, and the Foundation taught him to be cautious around xeno-biological entities.
*Dromund Kaas*
“Good,” Ickthis nodded. “Glad you understand.”
The twins snuck just a bit farther into the ruins. Once they saw supplies and equipment, along with the occasional Jedi, they knew something was afoot. Usually, they’d thin the ranks as best they could, but they didn’t have the Mongdrigan military at their backs. So, they slunk away, as quietly as the came. They had a report to make.
*Coruscant Orbit*
The Commander’s fleet proved to be a bit sterner than what they appeared. Energy and thermal weapons seemed to wash against their hulls, and kinetic weapons, though they did punch holes into the ships, found no crew or compartment to breach. The ships were solid metal, components interweaved throughout. A few of the fleet’s ships, including two battle cruisers, went critical and detonated. Super heated shards of high-energy metal scattered lazily about, as the wrecked hulls drifted towards one another.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Ray and Weaver were approached by a pair of humans. One was bald, with a jagged scar across his face; the other was a younger man, armed with a Phaser Pistol. The scarred man spotted Ray, consulted a datapad, and looked back up at Ray and approached him. "Ray, isn't it?" he asked him. He looked to Weaver. "And you must be Weaver."
*** Speech area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Indeed," Markus agreed. "However, I was curious..." he cast a look toward Kyle. "... what exactly was the nature of your relationship with Kyle? I gather you two are old friends."
"It's a long and complicated story, Uncle Markus," Drake responded. "Dad doesn't like to talk about it much."
"Admiral Makron is, at present, in the Restaurant District, but his ultimate destination is the Holodeck district," Kyle told Kreya. "And if Kayda is a dragon-shifter, she can rest her wings here on Dragon'taan. We have instructors that can teach her to control her powers as a dragon-shifter."
"That's gonna be a sight to see," Blythe chuckled with a grin.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Even so, I'm surprised you're not spoken for. Are guys usually intimidated by you?" Travis asked.
Falco looked to the waitress and said, "Bring some of your well-known yeast rolls and some onion tanglers." The waitress nodded, wrote it all down and walked off. Falco bumped Vince. "Trust me - this place is well known for both. I speak from experience."
"I can attest to that, kiddo - I've had them before. They're really tasty," Katt added.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"That was probably the ruins of the Dark Temple you spotted - place was leveled when our late emperor was defeated by the Hero of Tython, long ago. Tried to take the hero with him. As I understand it, said hero is now one of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps' top generals," Malgus explained.
In the Mongdrigan camp, Mesmerin waited patiently for Malgus to arrive. However, he sensed something else - what it was, he couldn't put a pin on it, but he definitely could feel it. Something he had been waiting for, but he knew not what.
*** Ruusan ***
And with that, everyone headed to ships to get off Ruusan. Alduah boarded the ship his apprentice arrived on, Akarkek got on his ship with his crew, and Jaden got in his new X-Wing. If everyone hurried, they'd be long gone before the Sith Covenant arrived. Alduah and Bahkriid routed to everyone coordinates for the nearby Toydaria system, and landing coordinates for a safehouse of his in the Toydarian countryside where they can reconvene and plan the next move.
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
The Commander, if he reexamined his damage reports, would realize some of the weapons on many of the ships - namely the ones armed with Disrutor-type weaponry - were not just more damaging to his fleet; they were literally disintegrating the hulls of his vessels at the molecular level. Volleys of disruptors from multiple ships could put even larger vessels out of commission relatively quickly.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Huh...?" Weaver said a bit confused. Who were these two? He had certainly never seen him, and he was pretty sure he wasn't wanted by anyone. Ray was a newcomer to the galaxy, so he wouldn't be in any kind of database to be identified, not unless someone who was part of the rescue crew had entered him in. Did that mean the two strangers were part of them?
"Uh... yeah I'm Weaver. Who are you two?"
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"So is that a yes?" Tigress asked "My minds a bit busy at the moment."
Krystal lead the way to her clinic which was, though a bit of a walk wasn't much, as she stepped in Zack could see the various high end advanced medical equipment as she took the back entrance and not the front including Bacta/Kolto tanks among many other equipment....
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You should see my Father..." Kari noted "Or well my father in this universe." the blue Vixen added."Truth be told I'm actually from a diffrent timeline from this one, but i'm stuck here so, in effort to not screw up anything more i stayed here, it just took some getting use to."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Yes i have read some of the history considering how many jedi are around, one of my friends even is a former jedi hunter..." Alex replied.
*** Ruusan ***
"You sure about this location?" Tonya asked as Tony set in the course, their ship just breaking orbit.
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
On top of that some of the energy weapons from the Klingon ships would leave plasma fires on any of the commanders ships that were not destroyed by the first volley.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray’s blood ran cold. No one should’ve known his name, except for those from that desolate planet. Unless they were Foundation. But, judging from the lack of insignia and the openness of the confrontation, they were not. The agent flexed his paws, ready to throw down if necessary. He kept an eye on the weird gun-looking weapon the younger guy had as he spoke.
“Who’s asking?”
*Dromund Kaas*
The twins slipped into the camp, passing by Mesmerin like shadows. They approached Ickthis, whispering quietly.
The old Mongdrigan’s jaw set as the twins spoke. “Hm…wait here. I already sent a messenger to Lord Malgus.” Ickthis turned his attention to Mesmerin.
“Lord Malgus!” The messenger cried as he spotted Malgus. He approached and bowed low, ignoring Alex completely.
“M’lord, a stranger has entered the camp. They seek to speak with you, Commander Kaas has them detained.”
*Coruscant Orbit*
As reports came back from the fleet, the Commander made adjustments to ship designs. The high-energy metal, due to its nature, seemed to handle disrupter damage better than normal materials. Plasma and laser weaponry, too, seemed to struggle against the fleet. But kinetic weapons punched holes just the same. The Commander noted a near 50 percent loss of vessels. Troubling, but they were merely a probe. A test, for reaction time and equipment. The shielding of his enemies was the most confusing. Adaptive, it would take time to counter.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"It's is a rough history, we first met on Corneria back when I was still... socially inexperienced, honestly went through the same hell that Mom went through, just a little more direct.", Zack said as he walked in side the clinic, he pulled the dog tags from his belt and looked apon the name Star M. Alexander DMC laser etched into the metal. He clutched the tags and turned twords his mother. "So, your not gonna stuff me in a tank are you?",Zack asked with a subtle tone of anxiety.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Vince smiled back at his dad and Katt, "I believe you, thanks", he responded in a jovial tone.
"So how did you two first meet", Vince asked looking at Falco and Katt.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"It'll be okay, kiddo," Markus assured him. He frowned, then directed at Krystal, "These tanks use Bacta or Kolto? I can't keep the two straight."
It was then that a wolf dressed in violet Sith Robes with red trimmings walked in. He noticed those present, then paused. His eyes were a yellow tint, but he seemed perfectly calm. "You guys were here first, so I'll wait," he said. He nodded at Markus. "Lord-Admiral," he commented.
Markus returned the gesture. "Darth Vulkest," he greeted him.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Neither of us really remember the exact circumstances anymore, but Falco and I met well before he got involved with Fox and his friends. We used to be a part of an old gang," Katt explained.
"And she continually toyed with me over the years since," Falco chuckled. "Admittedly, she grew on me."
"And from Falco's tone, he seems like he's ready to let me in," Katt poked.
"Being nearly driven insane by Sith spirits can do strange things to people, Katt," Falco sighed. "You stayed with me in one form or another all these years - I'd be a fool to throw you away."
"I see," Travis said. "But that... doesn't answer my question."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The scarred man approached Weaver and Ray, stopping close enough so they could hear him when he spoke in a hushed tone, "Franklin Drake, Starfleet Intelligence. Your colleague, Zuka 'Vadam, told me where to find you. We understand you came into contact with a Vulpine Sith Lord, Darth Alduah." He subtly showed a picture of the Vulpine Sith that had been with them on that world they recently had been stranded on. "We need to find him - we think he may know something about a plot to de-stabilize the Klingon Empire. Did he ever say where he was headed?"
*** Speech Area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Of course it's a yes," Blythe affirmed. "I'm not gonna turn down VIP seats."
Nearby, a half-lioness, half-tigress woman approached the blue fox with food. "Sorry for the wait, hon," she apologized, "There was a long line."
Saraabi was quick to order ice cream and some cotton candy, then turned to her husband. "Want anything, dear?" she asked.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
In orbit, a Reman Warbird marked as the IRW Leahval dropped out of Warp Speed alone. Comm chatter reflected surprise, but the captain was nonetheless permitted to join the festivities. Beaming down to the surface was a woman with Blond hair, semi-pointed ears, and a resplendent outfit.
As it happened, she beamed down directly behind Ray and Weaver, quite innocently and completely by coincidence.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"I see--" Malgus started before he was interrupted by the messenger. He acknowledged the messenger. "Two strangers, both seeking to speak to me... this bears the mark of the Force to me." He addressed the messenger, "I will speak to the stranger." He looked to Alex. "Come with me. I have a feeling what you and this other stranger have discovered is connected." He started toward the Mongdrigan camp. When he got there, Malgus was immediately struck by the appearance of the stranger - a Dragon, green scaled, blue eyes, and dressed in tattered attire.
"My Lord," the Dragon greeted. "I am Mesmerin Argent. I don't think you are aware, but I have been here several years." Malgus' brow furrowed.
"Strange that I did not sense you," he remarked. He looked to Ickthis. "What's the story?"
*** Ruusan Orbit ***
"I'm certain," Alduah affirmed. "I have a safehouse there." It was then that Bahkriid's ship went to Light Speed, speeding off toward Toydaria. Jaden's X-Wing and Akarkek's D-5 Mantis followed suit.
*** Coruscant ***
The fleet at Coruscant kept hammering the Commander's fleet; the Fighters and Bombers, those that got through, carried a number of kinetic weapons and missiles that carried very advanced shaped charges. Those would rip right through the hulls of the Commander's fleet.
In a completely unexpected turn, a UNSC fleet appeared from Slipspace - not big, but consisting of several Destroyers, Frigates, and a handful of Artemis, Marathon and Autumn-class Heavy Cruisers, all loaded with very long-range MACs, loaded with new, ultra-dense, armor-piercing slugs capable of hammering the Commander's fleet from the distance they were at. "Coruscant Defense Fleet - this is Rear Admiral Klaus. We were passing by when we picked up your signal. Looks like we arrived just in time."
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"Either depends on what's more available, recent findings have made them both pretty much equal." Krystal replied to Markus turning to Zack "Are you claustrophobic?" She asked." I was hopeing you'd step inside yourself if you need more room there are larger tanks, but it'd be easier to regrow your arm in a Bacta tank, but I really do not want to force you in..."
A white wolf would usher 'Vulkest' into another room "What seems to be the problem?" she asked.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I suppose people are a little apprehensive on getting with the daughter of Krystal, and Lord-Admiral Markus Tokarev, dang that's a mouthful.." "So I don't think you told me what brought you to Dragon'taan." Kari began.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
A purple Furred Ferasan spotted the Romulan beam down behind Weaver and Ray , pulling out her communication device and contacting someone.
*** Speech Area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kreya's comm unit beeped and she answered "WHO? WHAT!?!" Kreya growled stomping the ground a bit
" Oh great..." Nakita Kreya's cousin a male Ferasan that was nearby said.
Kreya held the bridge of her nose for a moment "We need to find Trask now before something happens.. I don't trust that half-Romulan..."
"Next time I'll get the food." Kylie said, nodding in thanks to Vitani "besides i wanted some snuggle time before we headed to the concert in a couple of days, i hope the rest of the band will make it."
"No thanks, hun I'll grab something after the kids are finished, so neither one chokes again." Kaylee replied to Saraabi
Tigress handed Blythe a VIp[ ticket to the Concert, "See you there then, we need to take this tank back to the shop, if your ready go ahead and drive, or if you'd like I could go... a bit flirty on you?" Tigress replied.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The L'yons den crew and the crew of it's escorts would keep a close eye on the reman ship that just arrived, but other than whatching closely they did nothing.
*** Ruusan Orbit ***
"Then we're off." Tonya said as Tony entered in the cooridinates and the fury class vanished into lightspeed.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Alex followed Malgus upon spotting Mesmerin she asked "How did you survive this long on your own?"
*** Coruscant ***
"Good more warriors to join the Glorious battle!" The highest ranking Klingon of the small Klingon fleet said over the comms before the klingon ships launched another volley of fire this time focusing more on kinetic weapons like the rail guns and torpedoes.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"No, Mom, it's not that, I'm normally in a tight space with my armor, it's more of being well... vulnerable...", Zack responded awkwardly.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Vince smiled at the romance floating in the air.
"Quite the adventures you two have had", Vince commented.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"Oh yeah..." Weaver said, recalling the Sith, "we've seen him. I don't really know where he went. He seemed to vanish fairly quickly when we got on board the ship. I guess he must've had some other ship that was willing to take him. Wait, hold on, did you say destabilize a government? And we just let him go?" He gave a look at Ray, "Y'know, maybe you should've shot him in retrospect. Uh..." Weaver trailed off, trying to search through his memories for anything, but if Alduah did mention something, he had forgotten it. "My memory isn't all that great. I can't remember... did he even say anything...?"
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray shook his head, disappointed. “Got a big “I-told-you-so for Zuka when we see him next. As for where the Sith might be? I don’t know. He didn’t offer up much.” He shrugged. “Seems like you guys have your work cut out.”
*Dromund Kaas *
Ickthis shrugged. “He showed up just a bit ago. Perimeter guards spotted and detained. I arrived as back up. I don’t trust him, M’lord. With the recent attempt on your life, strangers from the jungle are extra dangerous.”
*Coruscant*
The dense, hypervelocity MAC rounds punched through the remaining heavy ships with relative ease. Cascades of oddly beautiful high-energy explosions rippled across the fleet. Fighters, without a carrier to return to, fought with reckless abandon, until they too were destroyed. The fleet was gone, just debris now.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You misunderstand me," Drake told Weaver and Ray. "We don't think he's behind the destabilization - we think he might know who's behind it. Word goes he severed ties with this particular person of interest long ago, and we're hoping Alduah might be amenable to aid us in taking him down." He produced another image - one of a male Zebra that looked as though he'd been severely burned in the distant past. "We don't know who he is - the only thing we have on him is the tie to Darth Alduah. We think he's a former apprentice or something to that effect. That's why we need to find Alduah - he can tell us more about this person."
It was then that the half-Romulan made herself known. "The Klingon Empire hasn't been that man's only target, Drake. The Romulan Empire has been hit by him, too. Intelligence points to him being in league with Hakeev and what's left of the Tal Shiar." Drake looked up at the Romulan.
"Empress Sela... I didn't realize you were in town. And it was my knowledge that Hakeev was dead, killed by the Reman Resistance on Brea III," Drake spoke to her.
"As it was mine - you forget, I was there," Sela responded. "I don't know how Hakeev survived Brea III, and that's one of many things I intend to find out. Intel on Hakeev and the Tal Shiar indicates they're building an army - for what purpose is currently unknown." Sela indicated the Zebra in Drake's second image. "That man is a field operative. We've tried to apprehend him numerous times, and he's killed or eluded everyone I've sent after him. I don't know much more about him than you do, however." She looked at Weaver and Ray. "If you two came into contact with Darth Alduah, he might have said something that alluded to where he was going. Something he was doing before he ended up where you met him."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"It'll be okay, Zack - we aren't going to let anything happen to you," Markus assured Zack.
"It's not me that has the problem," Vulkest told the wolf. "It's my apprentice. He's been injured, and I needed to make sure this place was available before I called him down."
*** Speech Area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Flirty, huh?" Blythe commented as he started the drive back. "Who knew the chief quartermaster of Dragon'taan had such a flirty side."
"Like I said, he's gonna be heading for the Holodeck District before long - if you hurry, you could catch him just as he arrives," Kyle suggested.
"They'll make it, don't worry," Vitani assured her boyfriend.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Believe me, son, you don't know the half of it," Falco chuckled. "Katt and I have been through some crazy s***."
"And Falco hasn't always been so cold to me - but I have to admit, I didn't expect you to be so open to me, now," Katt poked.
*** En Route to Toydaria ***
As the ships sped off to Toydaria, Alduah and Bahkriid both felt a disturbance in the Force. Something was going on, but it would take some meditation to determine what it was and where the Force was calling them to next.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Believe me, it wasn't easy," Mesmerin responded. He reached into his pack and retrieved a Holocron, offering it to Malgus. "I think the Jedi here are looking for this. I don't know whose it is, but it's definitely a Jedi Holocron. What one is doing on Dromund Kaas is anyone's guess."
Malgus took the holocron, examining it in his hand. "This... looks familiar," he muttered. "But who would put a Jedi Holocron here?"
"My lord," Ann spoke up, "That might be the Lost Holocron of the Hero of Tython."
"Tython?" Malgus repeated. He looked between Ann and the Holocron, and nodded. "That would explain why the Jedi are here. But it also raises another question - how did the Jedi know it was on Dromund Kaas?" He looked to Ickthis. "And what did your scouts report from the ruins of the Dark Temple?"
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"I suppose if you don't want to go into a larger tank we could try the mobile unit..." Krystal sighed "but you'd have full control in the tank, just so you know. I'm kind of hurt you don't trust me enough about it though.." The blue fox added.
The white wolf looked at Vulkest worriedly "Is he in critical condition? What species is he?" She asked. "I can get you in right now ,but our main doctor is busy, but Our secondary doctor can see your apprentice immediately.
*** Speech Area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Well most men are too intimidated by me to get this close." Tigress noted.
"Right, I wish you well Kyle and Qapla!" Kreya said offering Kyle the traditional Klingon Salute before heading off with the rest of her crew...
"let's hope so, first time we'll ever have a live audience." Kylie noted
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"So what do you know about my mother?" Kari asked.
*** En Route to Toydaria ***
Though Tony and Tonya also felt the disturbance the two were busy maintaining the ship or at least Tony was, Tonya looked to Alduah "If it's meditation you need we have a couple meditation chambers, that double as personal quaters for passengers." the blue tiger like female offered.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"I know someoen who'd be interested in that, though I'm surprized she hasn't found it already." Alex noted seeing the Holocron.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"W-wait... E-empress? Oh uh..." Weaver stammered, unsure of how to act in front of royalty. The pressure to remember anything was on. Whoever this apprentice was, he had done some serious damage, and failing to remember anything could have unforeseen consequences. That, and failing in front of royalty would be rather embarrassing. "Oh man... okay... give me a moment to think and try to remember." He paused, staring off at nothing in particular as he visualized the past, parsing through each event in his mind.
"A-actually, I think he said something about Ruusan when everyone was pointing guns at one another. I think. It's all blurry. I can't be sure though. M-maybe I'm misremembering. I-I don't want to send you guys to the wrong place if I misremembered it. Wow this isn't helpful at all."
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"It's not you, I don't trust... I didn't tell you, but I was attacked by an aparoid in a Cornerian city", Zack stated as he took off his shirt revealing the deep scars across his chest accompanied by fresher marks, on closer inspection one could see a miniscule aparoid infection in stasis. "But, I know it's just my paranoia... Okay I'll get in a tank", Zack responded.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Technically I don't know any of it", Vince responded as he smirked at Katt. "I can see why you think I wouldn't", he poked back.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray shook his head. “I’ve got nothing to back you up, Weaver. Still kinda playing catch-up, sorry. If Zuka’s ship had security, maybe it caught Alduah saying where he was off to?”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis nodded. “Right. They found an excavation camp. Whatever they’re after, it’s buried. They didn’t get an accurate body count, but I’d bet my rations we outnumber them. Say the word, m’Lord, and we’ll storm the camp. Pick up where they left off.”
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Ruusan?" Drake repeated, "You're sure he said that?"
"What is Ruusan and what is its significance?" Sela asked.
"Ruusan was the site of the final battles of the Sith Wars and the final stand of the Brotherhood of Darkness under Lord Kaan," Drake responded. "It was revealed years later that the founder of the Rule of Two, Darth Bane, had a hand in Kaan's defeat. Since then, the world has sat ruined and desolate due to the Thought Bomb that was deployed there, and that bomb was 'defused' by the Jedi Kyle Katarn. The world has been unvisited since - but recent intelligence shared by Coruscant Jedi indicate the Force has returned to the region, though no one knows why."
"What are the chances the Sith you're looking for is still there?" Sela asked.
Drake shook his head. "Slim to none," he admitted. "In the time Weaver and Ray here took to get to Reach and then here, Alduah is gone already, ten to one. But he'd need to go somewhere that he wouldn't likely be followed... hrm... not too many places in range of Ruusan." He paced for a moment, then stopped. "It's a bit far, but he might have gone to Toydaria. Close enough to Hutt Space that most wouldn't try and follow him, and remote enough that he wouldn't likely be disturbed." Drake looked to Weaver and Ray. "It likely won't happen, but if you get a visit from Section 31, just be honest - so far as I know from you and Zuka, neither of you have anything to hide." He tapped his comm-badge. "Drake to the USS Horus... two to beam up." In a flash of dull blue light, Drake and his escort were gone.
"Can't imagine why Section 31 would visit you at all," Sela commented to Weaver and Ray. "They have more important issues to see to than interviewing a pair of escapees from a world quarantined by Forerunners."
*** Speech Area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Can't imagine why," Blythe remarked.
"Don't sweat it, baby - you'll be fine," Vitani said, kissing Kylie's cheek.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
Kyle walked into the clinic saying to Zack and Krystal, "What'd I miss?"
"He was involved in a duel with a rogue Jedi, lost his left limb," Vulkest explained. "He managed to take out the Rogue Jedi, but he's in pretty bad shape - the Jedi used a fire attack to burn him, so he needs treatments for severe burns and a regrown limb. Ordinarily, this wouldn't be an issue, but my med bay is already overwhelmed dealing with wounded personnel from the boarding party this Jedi brought with him."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Only as much as everyone else in the galaxy - former lover of Fox McCloud, Wife to Lord-Admiral Markus Tokarev, Mother of Saraabi, Celina and Malcolm Tokarev, grandmother, and head of the New Cerinia Constitutional Republic," Travis admitted.
"Yeah. Still - Katt always kept me on my toes. Never could predict when she'd pop up," Falco chuckled.
"Don't you know it, birdy boy," Katt said with a wide grin.
Falco's smile then faded. "Katt, listen... about what I said before--"
"Falco," Katt cut him off, "That was a long time ago. You implied it yourself - you've changed. We both have. If this..." she indicated herself and Falco, "... is gonna work, you need to let all that go."
*** Toydaria ***
Bahkriid's ship dropped out of Hyperspace in orbit of Toydaria, and immediately started the descent into the planet's atmosphere.
"Can't say I ever heard of Toydaria," Kaan commented to the Pandaren Sith. "Either that, or I forgot."
"Word of advice, Lord Kaan - don't try Force Mind Tricks on a Toydarian. They never work," Bahkriid responded to the ghost.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Mesmerin's gaze locked onto Alex. He'd never seen her kind before - and he sensed she was at the center of what he sensed earlier. Could it be she was his ticket off-world?
"I'm sure," Malgus responded to Alex. "And I've little doubt we could drive them out. But I want to play this smart - and I don't want the Jedi to know we're there until we're right on top of them." He looked to Ickthis. "Your kind can deaden one to the Force, correct?"
*** Ryloth ***
After years of rebuilding, he was ready. He was ready to make his dramatic return. But he wanted to play this smart. Silri was a mistake. Urai warned him of that, and he was ready for her when she did betray him - and he still gained considerable firepower in the process, with what Silri had uncovered. Now he was ready to make moves on other areas. The man had his target. He had a gaunt, scarred face, a resplendent coat, and long, white hair that draped down to his shoulders.
Tyber Zann was planning an assassination of a very important individual. The target refused his offer, but Tyber found that the target's second-in-command was... more impressionable. In the event that the target was rendered unable to run the business, the second would assume command. That second would be his puppet. But for that to happen, the target had to be eliminated.
The room door opened, and Tyber smiled as a man dressed in red armor stepped in. Indeed, as it had been in the past, for events like this... he always needed Defilers.
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*** Speech Area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm a 7 foot tiger woman, and head of one of the biggest producers of arms and equipment for the DMC and NCC, my speices females are 10x stronger than the averate human male.." Tigress explained "And you can't imagine why? Maybe your a bit blind?" the she-tiger joked waving a hand in front of Blythe's eyes to add to the joke.
"Yeah well, it's hot on stage." Kylie sighed slumping down into the bench.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"OH you just missed me upchucking into the nearest waste bin..." Krystal joked "Zack where's EMA, will she be alright?" The Blue vixen asked hangin zack a transparent breathing mask "This'll let you breath in the bacta." she explained, going over to a panel to set things up, one of the tanks opened up glass like tank sliding down opening the pod, even if Zack stepped on the pad the 'glass' would not raise back up, as Krystal wanted to wait a bit for Zack to be ready, and she had other things to setup first "This might sting a little when I fill the tank ,but judging by the scars I don't think it'll be much for you."
the white wolf doctor looked at Vulkest with a concerned expression . "Let's get him into a bacta tank quickly then." she said leading vulkest to a room with a bacta tank.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Nobody seems to mention her adopted chidren, oh well..." kari replied with a shrug
A sand blasted vixen stepped out into the main dining area and looked around spotting kari she stepped over to the table she was at "Finally found a boyfriend Kari?" she asked fakely playing with Travis's hair over his head."
"Cindy you really should stop that..." Kari replied to the vixen "Travis this is Cindy sandstorm Co-owner of the place, she's a bit flirty at times I guess she's bored...."Kari explained.
*** Toydaria ***
Not long after Bahkariid, the Twin jedi's Fury inteceptor dropped out of hyperspace and soon followed her trajectory planet side.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Not me ,but a friend I know can." Alex explained "I'm just a telepath, i suppose with the right training I could, 'convince' someone to give up that connection somehow..." Alex Shrugged.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I have barely any confidence that he said Ruusan," Weaver said before the two beamed up.
"Who are Section 31 anyway?" Weaver asked Sela. "Kind of odd they'd be mentioned if there wasn't even a slim chance they'd show up."
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"No it probably wouldn't bother me, if any thing might feel kinda nice compared to my past", Zack added as he let out a chuckle.
Ema suddenly appeared as if out of nowhere as she responded, "right here ma'am! I predicted that you would be here around this time I've been waiting approximately six minutes and yes Zack I did make it back to the manor to drop off the depleted consumable as you asked."
"Thank you Ema", Zack said as he took the arm harness off of his stub he then used the nano bots to construct a phlebotomy device and withdrew a blood sample.
"Here you go Mom", he said as he handed her the sample and started to step into the tank.
"Oh, s***, Kyle hold onto these for me, will you?",Zack said as he handed him Star's tags.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Vince sat there, letting the two have their moment as he noticed the food arriving. "Looks like grubs up", he stated as the waitress walked up with the trays of food.
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*Dragon’taan*
“Well, hopefully your guess for whatever “Ruusan” is ends up being right,” the agent said, patting Weaver’s shoulder. “Why they didn’t go to Zuka first is odd. But uh,” Ray rubbed his neck nervously. “Hopefully this Section 31 isn’t like the Foundation’s Department of External Affairs. I’d rather not be amnestitized. Or thrown into a concrete cube.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis grimaced. “Uh…just a moment, m’Lord.” The commander scanned the nearby Mongdrigans, until he spotted one of the scholarly types. Mornan Fenz, just a few years younger than Ickthis, had been a valuable addition to the group studying Tiberium’s effect on Malgus and those who relied on the Force.
Kaas called the scholar over.
“Fenz,” Ickthis grunted. “What do you know about us and the Force?”
“Well,” Fenz began. “When you and your forces first arrived on Mongdrigo, Lord Malgus, your Force-sensitives stated that they felt drained, and we had to design emitters to help them, and we gave you a suit to return your connection to the Force in the fight with Brottleheim and his forces. We discovered later, through testing and experimentation, that Mongdrigans possess no midichlorians, and are wholly detached from the Force. Though, since we couldn’t experiment without tiberium being present, we can’t confirm that Mongdrigans suppress Force-abilities.”
Ickthis chuckled. “Long winded way to say yes, Mornan. But, thank you.”
*Deep Space*
The Commander stewed, studying logs and reports from the fight over Coruscant. Enemy losses, though present, were minor in comparison to his own, total loss of the fleet. The new ships had some modifications, but without specialized materials hull upgrades couldn’t go beyond thicker armor. But the weapon systems were completely overhauled. Point -defense vessels were tuned for intercepting fighters instead of munitions, missiles were refitted to slow before impact, allowing them to, hopefully, spoof shielding by appearing as craft attempting to land. The battle cruisers’ main armament, the direct-flow energy lance, was refitted with a quantum-computational unit, allowing the lance’s beam to switch between nearly infinite frequencies. How effective against adaptive shielding still needed proving, but the Commander’s simulations pointed towards a positive outcome. Gun batteries, too, were refitted with variable-frequency laser cannons instead of kinetic weapons. The newer fleets, though they took more time to produce, would hopefully prove a hardier target.
Ground installations popped up on each uninhabited rock the Commander deemed strategically viable. They began, as all installations, as little more than a few turrets and patrols. But, if left unchecked, they would evolve into sprawling production complexes, each able to match the Commander’s production capabilities.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Section 31 is the clandestine operations branch of Starfleet... kinda like what the Tal Shiar used to be for the Romulan Star Empire," Sela commented to Weaver. She then addressed Ray as she added, "But I doubt they're like your Department of External Affairs. Now, if you'll excuse me, I must find General Draco Bellator."
As Sela headed off in one direction, a silver-furred Fox woman dressed in a Romulan Republic Uniform came into view. Bubbly and energized, she swayed and danced to the music playing as she practically skipped down the street. Behind her walking in the same direction was a black-scaled anthro-dragoness with white hair, in a leather uniform reminiscent of a Klingon Defense Force outfit. "Slow down, Skye," she told the fox, "No need to rush to the place."
*** Speech Area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh god, I'm blind!" Blythe joked as he playfully and very slightly swerved the tank to the side - not enough to really be in danger of crashing, but enough of a lurch to poke fun at the Tigress toying with him.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
Kyle accepted the tags, casting a brief glance at the name, but not saying anything. Truth was, he tried not to think about Star anymore. Bad memories.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Not many know of her adopted children," Travis remarked as he straightened out his hair again. "I just assumed that was so Krystal could keep from happening to them what's happened to some other elements of her family." He looked to Cindy. "And if you're looking to flirt with someone, I know a guy who'd love to make your acquaintance."
"Oh, good - let's eat," Falco said eagrly.
"The bottomless pit has spoken," Katt chuckled.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Hrm... so it might be possible that Mongdrigans accompanying a strike force of non-Force-Sensitive troops might conceal their presence creeping up on the Jedi until they strike..." Malgus said, pacing deep in thought.
"My lord," Mesmerin spoke, "There are ways to further accomplish that goal."
Malgus looked up at the Dragon. "Explain."
"If memory serves, there were elite units among Revan's Sith Empire that were specifically trained to hunt Jedi - non-force-sensitives that were able to hide their presence from Force-users like the Jedi," Mesmerin explained, "This was generally done by 'broadcasting' thoughts of strong emotions while thinking of something else. It was an effective tactic for blinding Jedi from these assassin units."
"That would be a useful tactic," Kurt commented to Malgus.
"That wasn't the only tactic they employed," Mesmerin said. "They also used Sniping and cover against Jedi. Much of a Jedi's power requires they know you are there and can see you - thus, guerilla tactics are effective. Grenades, sonic screamers, cluster rockets and plasma charges are also effective against Jedi, as is using overwhelming force. Few Jedi can long hold their ground against multiple attackers firing heavy blasters at them - and especially if such attackers are firing automatic weapons."
Malgus frowned, standing taller. "You seem to know a lot about Sith combat tactics," he told Mesmerin.
"I've been stranded here for several years, My Lord," Mesmerin admitted. "I crashed here many years before you and yours set foot here."
"You seem surprisingly sensible for someone who's been stranded here for so long," Ann remarked.
"I know," Mesmerin said. "I don't know how I was able to keep it together. But I did a lot of reading." He looked at Malgus. "That's how I know so much about Sith Combat Tactics."
Malgus paused to consider this, then leaned to speak softly to Ickthis. "Escort him to Kaas City and see that he is well-fed - but do not let him leave. And send a runner to General Korran's office - have him summon his best commandos here. Then summon yours. If what he is saying is true, we will have an advantage over the Jedi."
*** Toydaria ***
The ships would land near a shack situated in the middle of nowhere. On the outside, it was just a simple shack - old, decrepit, and looking like a stiff breeze would blow it over. Inside, there was a hatch that opened and descended to what seemed like a clandestine facility - everything looked shiny and new, but there was no sign of life.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
As Sela headed off a hidden figure stood in cover in the shadows tracking her movments nothing less, another female Ferasan.
Kreya and the rest of her group by now were headed to the HoloDeck District.
*** Speech Area, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Considering your the first one to ask me, out... maybe." TIgress replied
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Hmm.." Alex though for a moment "It might be exhaustive to myself but I could, sort of broadcast my emotions to do a similar thing over a larger area using my telepathy, problem is there are a couple of Drawbacks to it." Alex explained.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"Krystal sighed. "Alright prepare yourself Zack. Krystal said. "Put on the mask and I'll close the tank, then it will fill with bacta and i'll start the reconstruction from there."
As Krystal finished three Breen entered the room and stood behind Kyle they didn't do anything hostile, and they seemed a little odd for Breen, considering the back of their refrideration suits had something moving in them near what would be their spine.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I suppose.' Kari replied, Turning to Cindy "He's Mine Cindy, get you own Boyfriend."
*** Toydaria ***
"quiet a fancy place you got here, I hope it's more than it appears." Tony said while his sister remained silent.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Huh," Weaver said, "yeah I can see why you think Section 13 wouldn't even bother with us." He turned to Ray, "Uh... what now? I completely forgot what we were doing. Was it something to do with food? Oh right... a restaurant."
With the festival in a large city, there were so many people that Weaver failed to notice, or at least failed to recognize the significance of anyone present other than Ray.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray nodded. “Right. Something easy. Simple. Like a burger joint? Or whatever you prefer.” He felt small and out of place, as he read signs and storefronts. All unfamiliar; no Wendy’s, no McDonald’s. Definitely none of the hole-in-the-walls he used to visit. “I uh…don’t mind,” he muttered. “Whatever you’re in for, Weaver.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis returned the whisper. “He won’t leave our sight, m’Lord.” The commander made a very inconspicuous gesture to the assassin twins, who disappeared into the tent network. Ickthis spread his arms wide as he approached Mesmerin, both as a show of hospitality, and to display the tiberium-edged blade on his hip.
“Lord Malgus has prepared a domicile for you, visitor. I will lead you there, if you’d follow.” Ickthis walked past Mesmerin, towards Kaas City, stopping only to give a nearby subordinate orders.
“Go to General Korran, tell him to assemble his commandos in the camp. I’ll be back to do the same. We go on the hunt, soon.”
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
Zack nodded towards his mother and stepped inside the tank and slipped on the mask. A slight bit of anxiety spiked, but sounding by family and friends gave him comfort enough.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yes, let's", Vince responded in a cheery tone.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
Kyle stepped closer to the tank, a symbolic gesture to Zack: "I've got your back, just like old times."
Soon after, a heavily-sedated Lupine, missing his right arm, was carried into the clinic. The lupine and those carrying him approached Vulkest and the white wolf doctor.
"Is he stable?" Vulkest asked.
"For now, m'lord," one of the men carrying the Lupine responded. "But he won't survive the trauma much longer."
Vulkest turned to the white wolf. "Lord Bellatus' life is in your hands, doctor."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Though it wasn't clear how, the black-scaled dragoness with white hair heard Weaver and Ray, and her head turned to look at them. She bumped her silver-furred fox friend and indicated them. They exchanged words - though what was said wasn't exactly clear - and they both approached Weaver and Ray. "You boys look a little lost - first time on Dragon'taan?" the Dragoness asked.
"Must be, from the look on the Spider's face," the fox giggled cheerfully. The dragoness smiled.
"I'm Commander Jacqueline Knight - but the friends I have just call me Jackie," the dragoness introduced herself. Indicating the fox, she continued, "This lovely fox with the Romulan Republic outfit is my best friend, Skye." Skye nodded.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Falco and Katt dug into their meals, but Falco's attention was split between his would-be lover and his son. Fara was gonna flip when she hears about this.
"Now now, no need to be rude, Kari," Travis said. Looking to Cindy, he added, "But she is right to snap at you - she and I are on a date, and it's rude to try and pick up another girl's date."
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Trask had just arrived in the Holodeck District, and started for his intended building - Combat Scenario Simulations. His favorite destination for the festival each year.
*** Military District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Sela was just shy of the Military Enclave when she encountered her intended target. The aged - in years, but not appearance - Jedi greeted her with a smile. With him was his wife. Nearby was a Sith Pureblood that Sela recognized as General K'torr.
"Empress Sela," Draco said.
"General Bellator," Sela replied. "I was hoping to catch you before you were too busy with the festival."
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Here we are," Blythe said, stopping the tank on the same spot he drove it out from. He hopped out, and offered Tigress a hand. "I gotta tell ya, you have a hell of a career, here. Hell of a lot of good friends."
*** Toydaria ***
"This is just one of several outposts Bahkriid and I have set up," Alduah responded. "But it will serve our purpose - for now." He looked to Bahkriid. "Meditate if you need to, then check the network. See if anything came up in our time away from here."
Bahkriid bowed. "As you wish, my master," she responded. The Pandaren Sith headed off to one room, and Alduah sensed her new companion went with her.
"Certainly is something," Akarkek remarked. "And it's been a while since I was in the company of a Sith."
"Times have changed, Hunter," Alduah said.
"Indeed they have," Jaden agreed. "I still remember a time that I would be fighting against a Sith, rather than with one."
Alduah rounded on Jaden. "Your former-master... do you think he could help us?"
Jaden shook his head. "In the elapsed time... if he isn't still in the wedding ceremony, he's likely on his honeymoon. But I do know someone that might be able to assist us."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Mesmerin nodded, and followed. He had nothing to hide, and nothing to fear. He was certain Malgus' forces would drive the Jedi out - and he had his mind on the lady that had been with Malgus.
Malgus looked to Alex. "You may want to go with him," he told her, indicating Mesmerin. "I have a feeling his destiny lies with you." He then approached Kurt and Ann, handing them the holocron. "Take this Holocron to Dragon'taan, and get it to General Draco Bellator. And make haste - before the Jedi realize we have it." Kurt and Ann accepted the holocron, bowed respectfully, and left.
General Korran, as it happened, was in his office, sipping on a strong tea and reading over the latest reports.
*** Kuat Orbital Shipyard ***
The assassination of Admiral Malinth, while he was vacationing on Corellia, was the first step. The real target was a Warship that just finished construction over Kuat. A specialized Allegiance-class Battlecruiser, fitted with Mandalorian Armor and upgraded with highly-advanced Turbolasers that combined Turbolaser technology with Disruptor technology from new friends in the Romulan Star Empire.
It was not known where the strike force had come from, nor how they managed to keep the crew off the Allegiance. What was known is that a Pirate Fleet had been used as a sacrificial distraction so the strike force, on board a cloaked ship that docked with the Allegiance, could get aboard and take control without arousing suspicion. The ship was launched on murky orders, and destroyed the Pirate fleet - but instead of jumping to Coruscant, as ordered, the ship instead took a random heading and jumped to a region with no strategic value.
By the time the Imperial Alliance Fleet mobilized to give chase, the new warship was already gone, and the trail had decayed to the point that they could not track it. KDY wanted answers. They screamed for blood.
They didn't realize it, but for the second time in galactic history, the Zann Consortium had raided Kuat.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"He'll be Fine Kyle, you really think i'd harm my own kin?" Krystal asked as she held Zack's hand as a gesture of kindness and comfort, before steppign away she grabbed eomsthing from a nearby cabinet and set it on his stubbed arm "This will provide a structure for your arm to regrow, it's biodegradable so it'll go away when your arm grows over it." Krystal explained Kissing ZAck as she walked away for the last time pressing a button a glass like tube would raise up surrounding Zack, just before the tank would fill with bacta, after about 2 hours ZAck would find his arm almost completely regrown, another 30 minutes and his arm would be back in an odd Orange mismatched fur...
The White she-wolf looked at Vulkest with a nod "Don't worry we do this sort of thing all the time." the she-wolf sighed, before going to help Vulkest apprentice.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
A blue Dragoness would suddently touch down from flying near the Black Dragoness "I'd say they are, I don't recognize them, were you interested in either one Jackie? Skye?" the Blue dragoness Asara responded as she examing the spider and Ray.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Cindy looked at Travis then to Kari, confused.
"Travis I know Cindy here as a matter of fact I helped her move here.... besides it's our usual tak"
"I had no idea he was taken, Blue Berry." Cindy joked back with Kari.
"Sand Bleached." Kari said in reply, giggling a little
Cindy giggled in responce. "Happens when you live in a desert."
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"General" yelled a young purple furred Ferasan 'Kayda' said as she ran up to Trask .
*** Military District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"In the Shadows a Ferasan still observed Sela as she moved about, only doing reconnaissance, for now.
*** Toydaria ***
"Wedding ceramony?" Tonya asked
"Well things have changed for the better, last time jedi were allowed to marry...." Tony said pausing in thought.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Commander?" Weaver said in response to Jacqueline, "we're meeting all kinds of high-ranking officials today. My name is Weaver. And y-yeah we're new here and a bit lost." He decided to let Ray introduce himself.
It was at this point Asara had landed. Weaver responded to Asara, "Don't recognize us? I mean, there's a lot of people here. It'd be quite the feat to recognize every resident here. W-wait what do you mean interested in either one of us? Me and Ray can stick together as a team."
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray turned around as Jacqueline introduced herself, and he studied the commander for a moment before speaking.
“Ray Blackburn. Foundation agent.” His tone was curt, subdued, with no effort to hide how little he trusted the Commander and her friend. He would’ve said something to that effect, and attempted to extricate himself and Weaver from, what Ray assumed, was some sort of trap.
Then the dragon landed.
Ray flinched, taking a step back, raising an arm defensively. His free paw strayed to his hip, but when it hit empty air, Ray took another step back and looked. His holster was gone. He’d left it on Zuka’s ship, after removing the gear from that quarantined planet.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis led Mesmerin to his apartment, motioning for the large stranger to enter. Ickthis glanced down the street, spotting a quick, green-tinged purple-furred paw make a motion, then vanish into the shadow of the building. The assassin twins blended with the dark, nearly invisible to even the trained eye.
“Your accommodation,” Ickthis said cheerily to Mesmerin. “Lord Malgus has requested you stay for the time being.” He nodded,slow and serious. “I suggest you do so.” He then turned, headed back for the camp.
A knock resounded on General Korran’s door, followed by the swift entrance of a slightly winded Mongdrigan.
“Lord General Korran,” the messenger panted. “Lord Malgus requests you assemble your commandos in the Mongdrigan camp.”
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
Zack kept his eyes closed while his arm regrew.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Vince enjoyed his meal.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
Vulkest stood back and let the doctors work. Meantime, Kyle turned around and finally noticed the three Breen look-alikes that had been standing behind him. Not the strangest thing he'd ever seen, but it did warrant him commenting, "Is there something you three need?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Foundation?" Jacqueline repeated. "As in, SCP Foundation?"
"I thought those guys were mythical," Skye remarked.
When Asara landed, and Ray flinched, Jacqueline grumbled. "Did you have to startle the guy?" she growled at Asara. "A Foundation Agent would be understandably confused and suspicious at the sight he now is surrounded by."
"Just take it easy, sir," Skye told Ray. She made no move toward him, nor did she reach out to him.
"In any event, I imagine the two of you are rather hungry," Jacqueline told Weaver and Ray. "Skye and I were both headed for the restaurant district; for a festival like this, best place to be is Sol's."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Regardless, any ETA on our food?" Travis asked.
Falco ate his food as though he'd been starved, his attention split between his meal, Katt, and Vince. "Tell me something, Vince," Katt requested. "On your way here, did you come across anything strange?"
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Identify yourself," Trask requested as Kayda approached.
*** Military District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The Jedi General Bellator spoke with Empress Sela for some time, before heading off deeper into the city. Neither showed any signs of hostility, but the tone of their conversation was serious.
*** Toydaria ***
"A lot's changed since the formation of the UIA," Jaden commented.
"Regardless, if you know someone who can assist us, I urge you to contact them," Alduah said. "I sense we will need them."
"Something new the Force warned you about?" Akarkek asked.
"Difficult to say," Alduah answered. "But it feels familiar, somehow - like I had sensed this before."
*** Ruusan Orbit ***
A Toron Shuttle appeared at the edge of the Ruusan system - to an already-present Sith Covenant Fleet. Curiously, the fleet seemed getting ready to depart - comm chatter indicating they felt someone had beaten them to the prize here, whatever that could have been. They seemed not to notice the Toron shuttle in the area.
Franklin Drake was notably surprised to see a fleet like this here - but given the recorded nature of the Sith Covenant, it was, perhaps, not unexpected. What was strange was, just a few meters aft of his shuttle, there was an ion trail. Sensors tracked it to Toydaria - and the trail seems to have gone undetected by the Sith Covenant fleet. Either that, or they didn't think it of any consequence. Either way, Drake scrambled the ion trail so the Covenant wouldn't follow it, masked his own, and jumped to Warp Speed, heading for Toydaria - and, hopefully, a meeting with Alduah...
*** Dromund Kaas ***
When Ickthis left, Mesmerin got to his knees and went into a meditation trance.
Meantime, General Korran acknowledged the runner, and sent his best commandos to the Mongdrigan camp. Malgus was waiting.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"Can you not sense their Aura's Kyle?" Krystal asked "Or are you not familiar with my two adopted daughters an their cousin?" The blue Vixen added.
"We were told to meet here, and we didn't have time to change outfits." One of the 'Breen' said Taking off her helmet to reveal a Blue eyed Grey wolf , 'Lupe' The other two also took off thier helmets Ruby a green eyed black she-wolf and Tala a green eyed white she-wolf. "Krystal said something important was going on." Lupe explained. "We were testing out some breen refridgeration suits, and as I said we didn't have time to change."
"Speaking of which Kyle, whatch Zack, I need to use the restroom." Krystal said feeling a sudden urge, she took off for the restrooms.
Meanwhile the doctots worked on Vulkest apprentice, not having much trouble but due to the injuries it was kinda slow going...
Zacks arm would be regrown in almost 2 hours by then Krystal was back from the restroom and drained the tank before opening it to let zack out she looked at Zack oddly with his newly regrown orange furred arm "Care to tell me about that?" She asked pointing to his new arm.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Last I recall it was kinda my job to 'vet' newcomers...." Asara replied back, noticing one of the newcomers look like he was reaching for a gun. "You won't need your weapons here, unless you seek to cause trouble, in which case, I'd highly advise against." She turned to Jacqueline "Not my fault I can fly, would you rather I greet them from the air?" This whole time the blue dragoness made no hostil moves toward either Ray or Weaver, but she did look at the two and asked "Would you two like a map?"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"No clue, lemme go check." Cindy said heading into the kitchen not 10 seconds later their food came out.
"You tend to get to know people here." Kari shrugged as she slowly began to eat.
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Kayda Ja'gar, Kreya sent me ahead to let you know she's coming to speak with you about a few things." Kayda explained.
*** Toydaria ***
"You'd have to tell us more later, we've spent most of our time since getting out of Carbonite in the Marauder temple on Dragon'taan." Tonya explained
"Long story short some pirates got the drop on us a long time ago." Tony explained, his ears flicking "Something Big is coming..." He said quietly.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"So what now, Malgus?" Alex asked.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You must be pretty busy then. I'd imagine there's a lot of newcomers coming from across the galaxy for this event," Weaver said to Asara. Then, trying to diffuse the tension with Ray and the group, said aloud to everyone, "A map and food sounds good and all, but uh, maybe we'd be best with somewhere quiet? We've been through quite a ride and maybe we're a bit on edge after surviving a uh... y'know I don't remember if we were allowed to say what we saw or not. Uh... m-maybe we should just leave this is already super scuffed."
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
Zack stretched as he walked out of the tank and adjusted to his arm. "I'm unsure, I mean one day I just started turning silver", Zack said as he looked at the mix matched fur.
"It's due to aparoid exposure, seeing your scar for the first time I noticed, the nano bots that you possess are doing a good job at keeping the infection from spreading which is why I'm sure James file was corrupted, but from what I can tell James shut himself down moments before the aparoids could take him over which explains the corrupted message. Also the flood virus is present in your system, contained but present", Ema responded
"And you didn't tell me this why?", Zack asked in surprise
"I honestly thought you were holding on to them for tactical advantage", Ema responded.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"To be honest life it's self is pretty strange, but I assume you mean out in the void, truth be told I'm not awake during flights my ship is automated with a top quality navigation system, it doesn't even have guns on it since it is used for transport of goods using a modified G-Defuser system, kind of a bee line vehicle", Vince said without taking a breath.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray relaxed, as the threat of attack faded. Yet he remained wary of the trio of strangers. Many a D-Class were swept up in this manner, he could attest.
“Die in the dark, so you’re safe in the light,” Ray stated matter-of-factly. “The Foundation does it’s best to remain fictional. But seeing as Captain Zuka was unaware of the Foundation, and you speak of it so flippantly, I’m guessing either there’s a very successful misinformation campaign, or the Foundation has integrated into the government. Regardless,” he motioned to Weaver.
“He’s right. Food and direction would do some good. Though, my priority is still getting to Earth.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis returned from the city, bee-lining to his own tent. He quickly dressed in his battle-gear and made his way through the camp, summoning every able bodied Mongdrigan. Soon, Malgus would find a sea of armed Mongdrigans, led by Ickthis, all standing in attention.
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
"You should probably join Mesmerin - something tells me he's gonna need you," Malgus told Alex. He then approached the assembled troops - his and the Mongdrigans. "Soldiers, make for the ruins of the Dark Temple. Secure any who surrender - kill those who won't. Remember - these Jedi are fast, they are strong, and eradicating the Sith and anyone associated with them is their idea of keeping balance in the Force. We will not let them get what they came for on Dromund Kaas - and we will have them answer for their direct assault on our sovereignty. You have faced many challenges already - this is no different. Eliminate these Jedi! Claim your place in the galaxy!"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"If that were true, you'd have been advised not to tell anyone about it, assuming you were among military or clandestine personnel," commented Skye. "They're usually very clear on that point if wherever you'd been were deemed classified."
"And I mentioned the Foundation because, while I have no direct evidence to support it, I have heard rumors of the SCP Foundation operating either on Earth or Sol III," Jacqueline stated, "just not sure which one... regardless, if it's a quiet meal you want, you could try the Summerset Grille. It's a few blocks north of Sol's, and the manager there - who also serves as cook and/or waitress from time to time - is a friend of mine. Her name's Niranye. Altmer. Tell her Jackie sent you."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"We both have big families, Krystal - it's hard enough keeping track of all of mine. You really think it's any easier for me to keep track of yours?" Kyle asked.
Markus addressed Zack: "If the Flood Virus hasn't already taken over your system, then that means your biology is so scrambled the Flood Virus can't force a resonant frequency match. That's good, but take my advice - that's one detail you'll want to keep to yourself. If ONI over in UNSC Space ever found out, they'd dissect you like a frog in a high school biology class."
"Krystal, wasn't there a UNSC marine that had something like what Zack has?" Kyle asked.
"There was," Vulkest spoke. "Staff Sergeant Avery Johnson."
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"And those being?" Trask asked.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Travis slowly began on his food. "Must be nice, having friends on Dragon'taan," he commented.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Blythe looked around the armory for it, but he wasn't finding it anywhere. "Come on, come on... where is it?"
*** Toydaria ***
Before anyone could do anything, alarm klaxons blared. Bahkriid and Alduah rushed into one room, and Bahkriid reported, "We got a shuttle inbound - Klingon, Toron-class."
"What's a Klingon shuttle doing here on Toydaria?" Alduah asked. "Could they have followed us?"
"Not our ship - I masked our ion trail," Bahkriid said.
Alduah looked back at the others. "Did any of you mask your ion trail?"
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Don't see how I could help, but I'll see to it." Alex replied
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm not the only one doing the greeting, but here." Asara said handing Weaver two holographic maps "One for you and your friend, these should help you navigate I need to go help more people, enjoy your stay." Asara said before stepping back away and unfolding her wings to take flight...
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
Krystal flashed a sort of usb stick in Kyles vision then turned to Zack "It was my understanding that Sergent Johnson was killed on instllation 00, The Ark in the final battle of the human Covanant war, offically he had Boren's Syndrome, Unofficially he's a generation 1 Spartan from the original Orion project, ONi won't tell you that but I've managed to hack into some of their files, you could say we don't see eye to eye. But that infection is a grave concern." Krystal finished. Looking back to Kyle for anything further, concern was not present in her voice by her facial features defintly gave the feelings away.
** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Are you saying you have none?" Kari asked.
Two figures entered the establisment a tan colored Fox and a half-coyote-snake girl "You should talk to Sarah Lyons sometime, her brotherhood has really turned around into a very well mannered version of the brotherhood, they still kinda horde technology, but...."the Fox girl said to her human friend, as she walked inside.
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I believe Kreya had some items for you, along with some long boring technology talk."
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"What? What are you looking for now?" Tigress asked.
*** Toydaria ***
"Our ship is designed to be very stealthy, is it possible somebody has a tracking beacon on one of our ships?" Tonya asked. Tony was in a mediation stance "I'm not seeing anything from the force right now...." he said
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Wait... isn't Earth and Sol III the same place? Earth is the third planet away from the sun," Weaver said a little confused. "A-anyway, is going to Earth really a good idea?" he said to Ray. "I assume you want to hook back up with your Foundation friends, but you also made it sound like it'd be pretty dangerous considering what happened to you. How are you going to contact them anyway?"
He took the maps from Asara, "Thanks," he said with a nod. "Uh, maybe we ought to just go to the Summerset Grille? Come up with a plan of attack? Ooo, you'll need transport and what-not if you want to get back to Earth. I think I left my personal ship here before uh... the incident. I keep sidetracking myself. Food, let's go."
Weaver looked over the map after handing the second to Ray, "Uh... I'm totally going to get us lost... I managed to get lost in a hardware store once. Might want to get that translator handy. Oh, what the heck am I doing? My suit has a bunch of nifty stuff, like a GPS." His suit projected a holographic display in front of him, and with a flick of the wrist, the Summerset Grille was locked in and directions were provided.
"I guess follow me?" Weaver would depart to the new destination if the conversation was over.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"Actually due to the nano bots Zack possessed before his flood encounter each individual flood cell is contained in compressed nano bot balls, we can call them nano pods, even still if it wasn't for the nano pods the aparoids could have taken over the flood cells and created a hybridize nano virus that would have taken over most of the known universe, infact he was lucky he had them before the aparoid encounter", Ema responded to Markus.
"Since the Flood primarily go after organic life, they are easy to contain on the microscopic level with the right materials, which is interesting because Zack's nano bots seem to have this in their subroutine programing, which would imply that this was planned to some level... But you were unaware of all of this... Zack how long have you had your nano bots?", Ema asked as she turned to him.
"As far back as I can remember... Doesn't everyone have them?", Zack asked in bewilderment.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"So, yeah most of my knowledge is comprised of planetside," Vince added as he turned his attention back to what remained of his food.
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*Dromund Kaas*
“You heard him,” Ickthis roared over his troops. “Forward!”
In a synchronized step, the Mongdrigans marched into the jungle shoulder to shoulder, five bodies across. Each carried two magazines for their weapon, and a blade. Their rifles ranged from simple, Mongdrigan designed ballistic weapons to complex blaster rifles. Their blades were either simple metal or vibro-blades. Armor was scarce, but it mattered not. The Mongdrigans were all prepared to lay down their lives for their Great Leader.
Ickthis stayed at the front, dispatching messages to the column.
“Grask, Trom, take your columns and push left. Sayjo, Laski, push right. We’ll set a base of fire outside the ruins, let them come to us. If what the twins said is correct, it’ll be better to draw them into the jungle, the ruins are too good a cover. We can get Drost to pull a few trees down for cover. They’re magicians, like Lord Malgus. So be ready for tricks. They’ll likely want to get into a scrap, so be careful. They’ll have those light-sword things. Be smart, stay together. And not one step back.”
*Dragon’taan*
“Good point, Weaver,” Ray said with a nod, as he pocketed the map. “But, I’d like to try. I’ve got a good idea where a few high-priority Sites are, so getting in contact shouldn’t be an issue. Besides the obvious, something’s different here. Zuka said 2399 wasn’t on Jupiter. So I’ll bet there aren’t many, if any, anomalies in this universe.” He glanced back at Jacqueline and blanched.
“I-I’ve said too much. Well, Commander Knight.” Ray said, straightening himself. “I suppose we will take our leave.” He then turned to follow Weaver.
“Built-in GPS, huh,” the agent mused. “The uh…Molerats had that in their HUDs. Though, their suits were some heavy kit. They uh…” he shook his head, remorsefully. “They were geared up to go after me in that EAS station. Wonder what they’re doing now, since the building followed me and all. Or I went with it, whichever.”
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
While his Mongdrigans and Commandos went to the Dark Temple ruins, Malgus went to his meditation chambers to meditate. Perhaps the Force would tell him how these Jedi managed to infiltrate Dromund Kaas undetected.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"I wouldn't say everyone has nanobots... but many do. That or some equivalent tech," Markus said.
Vulkest kept a close eye on his apprentice. He didn't even notice one of his aides come in.
"Well, Zack, now that you've got your arm back, what say you we go somewheres private and catch up? Feels like a long time since we last spoke, just you and I," Kyle suggested to Zack.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Then you're lucky," Falco told Vince. "Out among the stars, you tend to come across some crazy stuff, if you stay out there long enough."
"He isn't kidding," Katt agreed. "Eventually, you're bound to come across something that defies the reality of everything you know."
"Like the Aparoids?" Falco asked her.
Katt shook her head. "Undine."
"Not yet, no," Travis affirmed. "I haven't spent a lot of time on Dragon'taan. Not long enough to make any real friends."
"I do not have fond memory of Brotherhood," Richard responded to his Nightstalker girlfriend. "Every time they see me, they shoot. At least they have common courtesy of missing most of time."
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"My communicator," Blythe said. "I think it dropped out of my pocket when I climbed into that tank of yours. Brown and white, Starfleet issue before they switched to Comm Badges, modified with modern parts - can't miss it!"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"In this galaxy, Earth and Sol III are two versions of the same world - no one can explain how that's even possible. Anyway, Earth is under the UNSC, where as Sol III is ruled by the United Federation of Planets. They both were originally called Earth, but to avoid confusion in galactic star charts, they were called by different names to differentiate between them," Jacqueline explained. "I don't know if the SCP Foundation has a presence on Earth or Sol III, but my bet would be Sol III - more advanced tech than a lot of what the UNSC has on Earth."
"I'll go with you!" Skye offered. "I've been meaning to hit Summerset Grille for ages!"
"Indeed, and I can go for one of their famous Steaks," Jacqueline said.
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Items? Such as?" Trask asked.
*** Toydaria ***
"They had to have followed us somehow!" Alduah growled.
"From what I can sense... whoever is on that shuttle has pieces to the puzzle we don't have," Jaden proclaimed. "We might be able to learn something new from them."
"Whatever we do, we better decide on it fast - the shuttle landed just outside!" Bahkriid announced.
Alduah thought for a bit, then spoke, "Bahkriid... open the entry hatch. Let our mysterious guest in."
"Y... y-yes, master," the Pandaren replied, inputting a command to open the hatch. Alduah went out to the foyer, and just as he and the others stopped, a bald, scarred human came into view.
"I'm assuming that, since you opened the door for me, you're open to talk," the human said.
"You can start with who you are and what you want," Alduah hissed.
"Franklin Drake, Starfleet Intelligence," the human said. "And I'm here because an old colleague of yours is causing trouble..." Franklin handed Alduah a picture of a male Zebra, with scars indicative of severe burns across his face.
Alduah knew this man. "Not a colleague - a former apprentice, Lord Furion," he said. "I had thought him dead."
"Well, he's not, and he's working with the Tal Shiar and Hakeev to destabilize the Klingon Empire," Franklin responded.
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
Alex walked up to mesmerin. "So why have you been here so long?" She asked.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"That's an expensive procedure" Krystal noted.
the nurse told Vulkest "Your apprentice is stabilized if you want to see them now they're fine, you could also just go." The nurse explained.
"You two head out and catch up i have something to catch up on, just don't be late to the concert later, I gave your AI the details" Krystal said heading deeper into the clinic.
** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"So then what brings you hre Kari asked as their food arrived.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You man this?" Tigress asked holding the communcator up "Proubably shoudl use the belt clip, it was on the drivers seat." Tigress added.
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"A set of hybrid plasma-disruptor pistols as an example of a production run." Kreya said as she walked up to Trask.
*** Toydaria ***
"How are matters of the Klingon empire so important to starfleet?" both Tony and Tonya asked in unison.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"What are the odds that the SCP Foundation exists on both Earths? Or if they're two separate ones?" Weaver wondered. "Oh yeah, the GPS. I get lost super easy without it. The suit has some other neat features in it. Mainly to help with mundane tasks, oh, and life-support obviously. I don't want to die because there's a slightly different atmosphere composition that I'm not compatible with. Anyway... to the Grille!"
Weaver made his way to the Summerset Grille.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
"Yeah alright, lead the way", Zack responded to Kyle
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Kinda like having a father from the stars huh, ancient cultures would have depicted that as being conceived by a god", Vince said as he finished off his food
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
At Overseer Harkun's question Magnus remembered one of the many fights with his bullies back on his home planet, in this fight he had fought back using to titanium rods that he had found in the nearby junkyard, one in each hand and made up his mind right then and there. "I prefer dual."
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray followed along, consumed by his thoughts. The Foundation was a multiversal constant, super-powered yet hidden. But, he thought, maybe the rift he came through played by different rules. A multiverse of multiverses. He mulled it over, following his friend into the Sommerset Grille.
Why did that name sound familiar?
*Dromund Kaas*
The Mongdrigan column reached the tree line before the ruins, where they hunkered down and waited for any sign of the Jedi. The gargantuan structure didn’t seem too busy.
“Orders, Commander Kaas,” a soldier whispered to Ickthis.
“Hold a moment. They’re Jedi. Not above assassins and trickery.” He thumbed his radio, dialing the line to the mech pilot.
“Drost?”
“Yes Commander?”
“Ignore making cover. Get up in that clearing and look around. Report anything you see, and we’ll fall in behind. Show of force. We’ll give ‘em a chance to surrender.”
“Then start shooting, sir?”
“Then start shooting. And not one step back. We’ll make this temple their tomb.”
The roar of the mech’s power plant ripped through the thick jungle air, as the squat machine trudged into the clearing, the sensor array sweeping the area.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The two would not find it difficult to locate the Summerset Grille. If they arrived at the Restaurant District, the GPS would point them to the central-eastern area of the district, where an eagle symbol was prominently displayed on a sizeable building. The words "Summerset Grille" were clearly visible.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
Kyle headed outside the Clinic after Zack would get dressed, and he would lead him to Indari Manor, then to an underground section, and eventually to a shuttle. Inside were personal amenities, making it clear this was Kyle's personal shuttle. "You'd better strap in - this thing's Transwarp Drive will have us at our intended destination in no time. Perfect place to catch up."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"The festival, mainly," Travis replied. "First time I've had tome to actually attend."
"I know, but that's not what Katt was getting at," Falco told Vince. "The Undine are one species you do not want to come across under any circumstances."
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Blythe sighed with relief and accepted the communicator. "Thank you," he told Tigress. He then activated the device. "Commander Blythe to Draconis Iram, status."
"We're under maintenance right now, commander," the response came. "Transporters are currently down, and won't be back up till the morning at the earliest."
"What happened?" Blythe asked.
"We don't know - we're looking into that," the other side responded.
"Alert me as soon as you have that corrected," Blythe ordered. "Blythe out." He shut off the communicator. "Well, s***..." he remarked.
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Is that why you came all this way to track me down?" Trask asked. "Show off something you made? You could have taken those to Quartermaster Tigress."
*** Toydaria ***
"The Klingon Empire is our ally again, and we do not want anyone to jeopardize our alliance this time," Franklin said. "Anything happens to the Klingon Empire, it'll mean trouble elsewhere in the galaxy."
"Be that as it may, Lord Furion is a threat if he's active in Klingon Space, and especially if he's working with an Iconian Toady like Hakeev," Alduah stated. "What I want to know is how he's still alive."
"Who, Hakeev or Furion?" Akarkek asked.
"Both," Bahkriid and Alduah responded in unison.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
The Jedi noticed the mech in the area, but strangely, they didn't react to it. If anything, they seemed... curious. They didn't see it as a threat, and made no outward appearances they were aware of the army bearing down on them.
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
Harkun raised an eyebrow at Magnus. "Indeed? The style of the Marauder is a difficult style to master," he said. He walked over and retrieved two Training Sabers. "But, if dual is your choice, then I will abide by that choice." He handed the blades to Magnus. "Follow me, I will introduce you to the instructor for this style." He then headed deeper into the citadel.
*** Warship Vader's Fist, Coruscant Orbit ***
Anakin walked onto the bridge of his flagship, where Admiral Piett was waiting. "Admiral," he greeted him.
Piett nodded. "General," he responded.
"Anything to report?" Anakin asked.
"No, sir - we have been unable to find any discernible ion trails from the fleet that attacked us, so we therefore have no idea where these ships came from," Piett reported.
"Get a line to the other powers in the galaxy - they're gonna want to know about a rogue machine fleet wandering around and attacking everyone," Anakin ordered.
"Aye, sir - we've already started on that. We're waiting to hear back from the Sangheili," Piett said.
*** Windhelm, Skyrim ***
A young Ka Po'Tun female with orange fur and black stripes with braided black hair, wearing dyed leather vest over a reinforced chain mail armor and strange gauntlets over her hands with a lightsaber clipped to her belt, strolled into Windhelm. She looked about the city with an expressionless face. Many people gave the Ka Po'Tun - a Tiger Race out of Akavir - odd looks, but none spoke to her. She looked at a ticket she had in her pocket, then started into the city proper, headed for the docks.
It wasn't long before a voice called out to her, "You! Tiger with the mixed armor, stop right there! Hands in the air!" The woman stopped in her tracks, hands slowly rising. The man who'd called out to her - a black-clad Imperial - advanced on her, intent on putting her in cuffs. Before he could, though, the Tigress, in a blur, immediately rounded on the imperial with an elbow in his face. She quickly beat the Imperial to the ground and drew and activated her lightsaber - which had a standard lightsaber length, but a blade as black as a singularity.
"I have no argument with you and yours - just leave me alone," she told the imperial. She extinguished the blade and resumed course for the docks.
"Who the hell are you?" the Imperial asked.
The tigress looked back at him. "I'm not a threat to Nirn, contrary to popular belief - I simply want to be left alone. But if a name matters to you... it's Ahkrin Dovahkiir." She then headed for the docks, boarded a ship, and was headed for Solstheim...
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
Krystal would take a few minutes typing something on her personal computer before she would leave for Sol's
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Outside an armored figure wearing what appeared to be modified Enclave hellfire armor would be stopped by two figures, one sounding oddly robotic the other dressed in a fancy suit. "Are you kidding me?" The figure in the armor asked as the two drew guns on her, stepping back out of instinct the armored figure moved just enough out of the way to cause the two to shoot themselves in the cross fire, the armored figure looked at the two scrouging over their bodies pulling a odd piece of tech from one and a note from the other, placing the items into her pack she parked her power armor near the door puling the fusion core from it and placing that into her pack leaving her suit locked in place, before the grey Vixen walked into Sols
Rika looked up from her table "Ahh looks like my friend has arrived" the tan vixen said motioning for the grey vixen to come. "Sorry I took so long had to deal with a legion spy and a synth courser." The grey vixen explained. RIsu blinked not really understanding anything the newcomer had just said other than legion.
"So you plan on staying for the festival then?" Kari asked
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Why you in such a hurry to leave?" Tigress asked "I haven't even shown you my home..."
*** Toydaria ***
Doesn't mean you need to be involved in their own stuff, last i recall the empire was fairly independant, unless they asked you to help." Tonya noted.
***Solstheim docks***
the tiger would be met at the docks by a leopard looking Khajiit and a white Lykiaos wolf female. "Imperials give you trouble?" The khajiit Kiri asked, the wolf remained silent for now.
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*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
"I'm sure I can manage," Magnus muttered before following Overseer Harkun deeper into the sanctum. "How old is this place?"
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*Dragon’taan*
“So…Summerset Grille,” Ray grunted, scratching his neck. “Why does that name ring a bell?” He turned study the crowd in the District, before returning his attention to Weaver.
*Dromund Kaas*
“Eyes on, Commander,” Drost spoke into the radio.
“Count?”
“A lot. Camera gain’s pretty low. Can’t see how many, but we’ve got heat signatures.”
“Noted. Fall back, I’ll extend the out. Keep an eye out though. They draw anything, open up.”
“Yessir!”
The mech groaned as Drost guided it back behind the Mongdrigan line. Ickthis waited for the machine to pass and power down, before stepping out into the clearing. He stopped, cupping his paws to his mouth.
“Attention, Jedi scum!” Ickthis bellowed. “Come out with your hands up, and you will be given quarter! By order of The Great Leader, Lord Malgus, these ruins are under his domain! Your assassin failed! In his grand generosity, Lord Malgus offers to take those who surrender!”
The Mongdrigans stayed ready, watching for the Jedi to make their move.
*Deep Space*
The Commander’s fleet cruised through the edge of the galaxy, still bee-lining for their destination.
*Vader’s Fist, Coruscant Orbit*
“General Skywalker,” one of the bridge crew stood from their terminal, saluting. A frail female Lepi, the badge on her lapel read ‘Newl’.
“If I may intrude, sir, I may have some useful information.”
Admiral Piett would recognize Newl as a fairly capable analyst. She’d been waived through physical training in lieu of her aptitude with combat analysis.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Krystal's clinic ***
Zack nodded as he said to Ema, "ready to try the thing?"
Ema giggled as her metal body broke down into a liquid like state. The gravitonium vial and staff could be seen from within as the mass of watery metal as it formed around Zacks body creating a suit of armor up to his neck keeping his face revealed for now.
"Well this feels better than expected", Zack said as he stepped inside the shuttle and took a seat and strapped himself in.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Why is that?", Vince asked with a inquisitive look?
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh cool, we found it!" Weaver said, taking a moment to read the sign. "Maybe it's a story from your world?" Weaver responded to Ray. "You're kinda familiar with bits and pieces already with this place. Maybe you can find more of those memories inside. I've got no clue on the importance of this name, so I can't really correct you in any way. Let's head on in, I bet you're hungry. I mean, I am too, but I've always had an issue with just forgetting and skipping meals."
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
Ickthis' command was met with outright laughter. One of the Jedi approached him. "You do realize we are Jedi, right?" he asked him. "And given your stature, how do you figure you pose a threat to us? Is his lordship stretched so thin he sends... whatever you are, to do his bidding?"
"Master Ryans... something isn't right," one of the Jedi piped up. "This one wouldn't be out here on his lonesome just to offer a chance to surrender."
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
"Many centuries old, Acolyte," Harkun told Magnus. "When we got here, I was amazed this place was in as good a condition as it was, considering how long it sat unused."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
If Weaver and Ray headed inside, they would find the restaurant crewed by Dunmer, Bosmer, and Altmer - and it was an Altmer who stood at the bar counter. "Come on in," she would say, "Sit wherever you like, and I'll be with you momentarily. Welcome to the Summerset Grille!"
*** Kyle's Personal Shuttle, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The shuttle departed as soon as Zack was settled in, and before long, reached orbit. Kyle plotted a course for an uninhabited jungle moon, and engaged the Transwarp Drive. "Built a private retreat on an uninhabited moon a few years ago," he told Zack. "Great Place for Anna and I to go when we want some peace and quiet, now that the kids are grown."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"The Undine are a nasty species," Katt responded. "They hail from another dimension known as Fluidic Space. The Borg call them Species 8472, and found out the hard way they are immune to assimilation. They also found out the Undine can kick their a**es easily. They view all other life forms as inferior, and their combat skills are lethal in more ways than one."
"That's right - wouldn't take but one scratch from an Undine to start an infection that would consume you from the inside out. Horrible way to die," Falco added. "There was a Starfleet Crew that figured out a way to fight them, but that was years ago."
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I didn't want to push too far, too soon, milady," Blythe told Tigress. "It's a real relationship killer, doing that."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Of course," Travis said. "Why else would I be here?"
*** Toydaria ***
"We were asked," Franklin said. "Ambassador Worf begrudgingly allowed his son, K'mtar, to contact us for assistance."
"It was my understanding that K'mtar was dead," Alduah remarked.
"Almost - but he isn't. He survived the incident with House Torg, and has been working on helping his father restore the alliance between the Klingon Empire and the Federation," Drake explained. "Neither he nor Worf knew anything about Lord Furion, and they both were surprised to know that Hakeev was active again. As for how either of them are alive... we don't know. That's one reason why we need your assistance."
*** Raven Rock, Solstheim ***
Ahkrin immediately drew her lightsaber and activated it. "Who the hell are you?" she hissed.
*** Warship Vader's Fist, Coruscant Orbit ***
"If there's a time for useful intel, it's now, Newl," Piett responded.
Anakin looked directly at the analyst, his expression one of cautious interest.
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*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"looking at the view?" Kari shrugged, looking around oddly feeling someone familiar nearby.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Considering how long I've been single... I don't think i'd mind, you could at least let me show you where I live."
*** Toydaria ***
"Must be fairly serious then, if they asked for help." Tonya noted.
*** Raven Rock, Solstheim ***
"I'm Keri and this is Kala she said something in the Thuum told her to meet someone here." Keri explained, with a shrug pointing to her Lykaios friend.
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*** Kyle's Personal Shuttle, Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Zack took note of Kyle's words as he messaged Ema through his neuropathic chip signaling to engage the aparoid virus and the nano pods, enveloping both in gravity bubbles as they were being moved through his body in to containment vials that suddenly protruded from his shoulder. Once the operation was completed Zack took the vials from his body and materialized a small box from his suit placing them inside. The box which had a small slot at the top where he placed a smidge of graviatonium which was quickly covered over as the box then was sealed.
"Oh would you look at that... Pandora's box remastered", Zack and Ema said in unison before laughing abit.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh I think I've heard story's about them, aren't they shapeshifters as well and that the Borg found a way to assimilate, but then some one named Tuvok had something to do with it?", Vince asked and then finished his drink.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Thanks," Weaver said to the Altmer. "Uh... I guess we'll sit over here...?" he said, pointing at the closest available table. "Hold on, is it just us Ray, or were the other two gonna join us? I lost track of them."
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*Dragon'taan*
Ray snapped around sharply. "What!?" He studied the entrance for a bit before sighing, shuffling into an available seat. "Hm, wonder where they went?" Ray shrugged again, before waiting for Weaver to sit down.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis' shrugged. "I would listen to your subordinate, Jedi. Mongdrigans don't offer surrender lightly. We will not offer another out." He raised a paw, and the clatter of various rifles preparing to fire echoed through the trees. The roar of the mech's engine followed the clatter, the quiet clunk of the thirty-millimeter cannon's bolt sliding into place barely audible beneath it.
*Coruscant Orbit*
Newl dropped her salute, stepping aside to reveal her terminal screen.
“First thing sir, and probably something the gunners reported, the enemy was adapting to our munitions. Even disrupter bolts lost effectiveness after a few hits. But it seems kinetic weapons, like the MAC, simply bullied their adaption tech into submission. Secondly,” she continued with a bit more pride.
“The enemy heavy ships didn’t move, rotationally speaking, for the duration of the fight. Simply put, if we follow this path;” Newl pulled up a map of the galaxy, with a very notable red line running into the infinite. “We should find whoever sent them.”
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*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
"I once heard that these places are maintained by the force itself." Magnus said with uncertainty. "I've heard many things about the Sith in general that I now know are not completely true."
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*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
"I won't pretend that previous dynasties of Sith didn't do their share of damage," Harkun said as they approached a training wing. "We Sith of today are a new breed, entering a changed galaxy. We seek to provide a safe haven for other Sith to grow and make a better reputation for all Sith. Which reminds me, you're going to need a name. All Sith, previous and current, had a name they used as their identity among the hierarchy of the Sith. What will yours be?"
*** Dark Temple Ruins, Dromund Kaas ***
Along with the sounds of Mongdrigan weapons were the sounds of readied blasters and assault cannons. This didn't convinced Master Ryans. "What are you gonna do, huh?" he taunted Ickthis. "We've swept this place. You've got nothing that can threaten us."
"Really, Ryans - don't let pride blind you," another Jedi spoke. "Remember that mess on Hoth?"
"We still came out of that one alive, didn't we?" Ryans snapped back.
*** Warship Vader's Fist, Coruscant Orbit ***
Anakin looked genuinely intrigued by Newl's report. "Kinetic weapons, huh...?" he remarked. "I wonder if the UNSC's explosive missiles were just as effective. Did you happen to observe the effect of the UNSC Archer Missiles?"
"It is my understanding that UNSC Archer Missiles utilize shaped charges," Piett commented. "Our Concussion Missiles and Proton Torpedoes have similar tech."
"Regardless, if the UNSC have the more effective weapons, maybe we should coordinate with them against this threat," Anakin suggested.
"We could also contact the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps; they use similar kinetic weapons," Piett said. He looked to Newl. "Are you familiar with them?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
As though on cue, Jacqueline and Skye came through the door. "Jackie!" the Altmer at the bar greeted the black dragoness.
"Good to see you, too, Niranye," Jacqueline chuckled. "Business still booming?"
"It's always booming during the festival," Niranye responded. "What can I get for you today? The usual?"
"We came here following a couple newbies to Dragon'taan - one of them is a spider," Skye said. Niranye gestured to the table Weaver and Ray sat at. The two ladies approached their table. "Sorry we're late - got held up at the taxi station."
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Okay - lead the way, then," Blythe responded to Tigress, putting away his communicator.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"That's correct insofar as it goes," Katt said.
"From what I hear, ever since the Iconian War, the Undine has taken care to maintain a presence in our realm, in one form or another, to watch for any signs of another invasion," Falco commented. "And they are very good at clandestine infiltrations, moreso than the Tal Shiar."
"Ugh, Tal Shiar... don't get me started," Katt grumbled.
*** Kyle's Personal Shuttle, En Route to Private Retreat ***
Kyle heaved a sigh as he looked to Zack. "Seems like a long time since we last spoke. What was going on the last time you and I were face to face?"
*** Toydaria ***
"Even so," Alduah said officiously, "My former apprentice is a threat not to be ignored."
"It seems the Force has given us our next heading, Master," Bahkriid said.
"Need some extra guns?" Akarkek asked, twirling his blaster pistol around his finger.
"I'm sure the Federation and Klingon Empire will ensure you and your crew are properly compensated, Mandalorian," Franklin stated. Alduah turned to Jaden.
"Master Jaden, I would advise you get back to your former master, alert him that the Sith Covenant are seeking out sites of Force Activity, motive unknown. He might be able to get word to the master of your order." Then, Alduah looked to Tony and Tonya. "Come with us or go with Jaden, the choice is yours - but choose quickly."
*** Raven Rock, Solstheim ***
"Yeah?" Ahkrin responded, "Did the Thu'um say I wanted to be left the f*** alone?"
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*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Tigress led the way behind the desk to a hardened door that lead to an underground tunnel to her hom "it's easier for me if i live near where i work, the whole building is hardend with triple layers of sheilding both energy and armor, so my work doesn't destroy my home.." Tigress explained as she opened the front door another hardened, sealed door. "Also in case any jerk happens to attack here, very unlikely but better safe than sorry."
** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"And they forget to mention Undine are psychic masters and able to change their shape like the changlings of the delta quadrent." Kari noted to the tiger across the table, overhearing the conversation.
*** Toydaria ***
"We'll stick with you." Tonya replied
*** Raven Rock, Solstheim ***
"No." the she-wolf finally spoke up "But your anger is unneeded and unfounded, chill." Kala the Lykiaos (wolf) replied.
Keri just stood there silent her eyes seeming to turn blind as a white feint glow seemed to flood into her eyes.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray nodded, though his great distrust was obvious. “Right…taxi station.” He shook his head, and looked for a menu. His hunger pangs grew, as the smell of cooking food wafted from the kitchen. Ray studied Jacqueline and Skye a moment, before glancing at the hostess. She looked a lot like;
“A High Elf?” Ray’s brow furrowed deep, his attention returning to the women at the table. “What kind of game is this?”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis didn’t hesitate. The Jedi had disregarded the olive branch. He dropped his paw, and a cacophony of weapons fire filled the air. The old Mongdrigan barely ducked the hail of gunfire from his own side. He unholstered the pistol at his hip and fired into the ruins. The mech skirmished into the clearing, the auto-gun belching high-explosive death at any muzzle flash the pilot deemed dangerous, even as blaster bolts splashed against the mech’s armored chassis. Glittering blaster bolts flew between the lines, as kinetic rounds tore up the air. The Mongdrigans, from their entrenched positions in the woodline, weren’t fairing well against such a hard target. Three lay dead and another ten were wounded. But still they fought. Ickthis crossed the no-man’s-land, nursing a bruised shoulder blade and a burning wound on his arm. He eventually pulled himself behind a downed tree, in the company of his command troop.
“That was stupid, sir.” The medic chastised as he applied first aid.
Ickthis grit his teeth as the analgesic patch touched his burn. “Can it. The Jedi rats are dug in deep. Get the word out; we’re going in after them. Blades, clubs, get the men sorted. And bring me the prototype. I’ll see this “Master” Ryans to his Maker, personally.”
*Coruscant*
Newl grimaced slightly. “From what I saw, sir, the Archer systems were marginally effective. Hits did deal significant external damage, but the enemy’s point defense countered much of the barrages. And the enemy didn’t suffer any critical atmospheric loss, no depressurization events. Though I will admit I wasn’t watching them as closely.” She turned to face Admiral Piett. “No Admiral, I’m not familiar with the Marauder Corps systems.”
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Weaver sat himself down just as Jacqueline and Skye came in, "Oh hey! There they are!" he said, giving the two a wave.'
"Game? Uh... are you doing okay Ray...?" the spider said tilting his head.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
While both ladies sat down at the table, it was Skye who commented, "Hey, dude - are you alright? You seem agitated."
"He mentioned something about a game," Niranye remarked as she approached the table.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You certainly go the distance. I've been so used to living on board my ship, I don't really have a fixed home," Blythe remarked. "Just out of curiosity, do you know any salvaged or used ship dealers in the area?"
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"For now, nothing, kiddo - we're gonna enjoy the festival," Falco responded to Vince. He downed a bite of his meal and added, "And I hear they have great holomatches here." As though on cue, an advert came on the nearby TV:
"Hear ye, warriors and mercenaries! The time has come once again - Liandri Mining Corporation is proud to announce the next annual Unreal Tournament, hosted by LMC's finest! Come, join the spectacles! Watch teams battle it out on several different arenas! Team Deathmatch! Onslought! Assault! And of course, the fan favorite, Capture the Flag! Come and see the matches, or if you have the guts, sign up to compete, yourself! UT is now recruiting!"
*** Krystal's Lab, New Cerinia ***
Markus approached Krystal from behind and wrapped his arms around her waist. Resting his chin on top of her head, he spoke softly, "Honey, got a minute?"
*** Kyle's Personal Shuttle, En Route to Private Retreat ***
"Yeah... I won't trouble you talking about that," Kyle assured Zack. "At this point, I'm glad to see an old friend." He sat back in his chair. "What brought you to Dragon'taan, if I may ask?"
*** Dark Temple Ruins, Dromund Kaas ***
As many casualties as the Mongdrigans took, the Jedi took far more - most of their combat force had been wiped out. Those few who survived fled deeper into the ruins, where they would likely be run down by Imperial or Mongdrigan forces. Strangely, the Jedi refused to surrender. Master Ryans, however, was seemingly nowhere to be found.
*** Toydaria ***
"Then we'd better get moving," Alduah said. "Everyone, to your ships. Bahkriid, warm up ours. Mister Franklin, we'll meet you in orbit. We'll follow your trail." Franklin nodded and headed topside, while everyone else went there to get aboard their personal ships.
*** Raven Rock, Solstheim ***
"Well forgive me if I seem agitated, but I'm in a bit of a hurry," Ahkrin spat. "I didn't come this far to be accosted by curious wolves sticking their snouts where they don't belong. I have enough trouble with those clandestine Imperials, whoever they are."
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*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"What are you looking for?" Tigress asked "I sell a few models of ship." the Large white Tigress added.
*** Krystal's Lab, New Cerinia ***
"Considering you kinda have my 'attention' yeah." Krystal responded.
*** Toydaria ***
Tonya and Tony wasted no time prepping their ship and were soon following, with whomever wished to come aboard their own ship.
*** Raven Rock, Solstheim ***
"Imperials?" Keri asked, ears perking while Kala went back to being silent.
*** Kyle's Personal Shuttle, En Route to Private Retreat ***
Kyle's shuttle would pass by the huge assault Carrier the NCC Galatae (https://i.imgur.com/eCcrnXq.jpg) the ship was being maintaned by robot drones that were preparing the ship for the festival.
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Next time we go to Sol's" Complained a blue colored vixen at another table "It's not that bad." replied a tan and green colored vixen her leaf like ears perking as a waitress set their food at their tabble.
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***SIth Sanctum, Dromund Kaas***
"I had a nickname on my home planet, Norokiir, it means Fierce child, I would like that to be my name."
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*** Kyle's Personal Shuttle, En Route to Private Retreat ***
"Well after crash landing, at the ranch, after recklessly blowing off steam by decimating the invading aparoids, I figured I'd find mom and get my arm back, Fara gave me the location", Zack said as he placed the box in his bag.
He then looked out the window to see the NCC Galatae pass by.
"Oh! do you still have those tags?", He asked.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Ominous", Vince said as he turned his gaze towards the monitor.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray leaned forward on the table, pointing at the Altmer.
“That’s a High Elf. From the Elder Scrolls series. From a video game.” He focused on Niranye. “You do magic, yeah? Fireballs, lightning. The whole kit and kaboodle, right? How.” Ray sighed, shaking his head.
“Sorry, that’s presumptive of me. I’m just…having a hard time adjusting.”
~Dragon’taan Orbit~
A ship, sleek but seemingly decrepit, puttered into Dragon’taan’s orbit. It’s pilot geo-sync’d the ship, maintaining its position above the planet, and moved to check their cargo. All manner of hissing pipes and groaning fuselage accompanied the incensed cries of the pilot’s prisoner. Not that they minded, they’d had louder.
Skulls of various beasts hung from the walls, beside helmets of every shade. A section of the ship had been dedicated to Clone trooper helmets. So far, only four hung beneath the lights. The pilot passed them with an odd reverence, running a metal claw gently across the blue of the 501st Legion.
Good hunts, they remembered fondly. Their feet clacked noisily against the floor. Where had they come from again? As the pilot glanced at the trooper helmets, they spotted the 212th Battalion helmet. The memories came flooding back.
Utapau, near the end of the Clone Wars. They’d followed a lead on one Obi-Wan Kenobi. A juicy bounty, enough to live like a god anywhere in the Outer Rim. But, no one said they’d be flying into a Republic invasion.
The pilot reached the lower levels of the cargo hold. Various items sat snug on the racks. Some for repair, others as keepsakes. They ran a claw over a horrendously carbon-coated slab of metal, and reminisced.
The Clones had just turned. They watched from a hidey-hole as the Clones fired at Kenobi. Well, it wasn’t really a hidey-hole. More like a crag formed from their ship smacking into the pit-side, after turbo lasers tore the engine from it. Crawling out of the wreckage left them wounded and broken. But, as an ill fated move sent them to the landing pad below, there was salvation. A…well it looked like a droid, sat crumpled and broken. But only internally. The pilot was just a runt back then. Body was soft. Once, but not now.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis led his soldiers deeper into the ruins, despite his injuries. Ryans wasn’t among the dead outside.
“That Jedi rat is in here somewhere,” Ickthis grunted. “Watch yourselves. Look for survivors; offer surrender or death. Lord Malgus’s orders.” He held the prototype weapon at his side, Ryans would make an excellent first test.
Flashlights swept the dark ruins. Mongdrigans moved with Malgus’s Imperial troops, both as reinforcement and to assure the Mongdrigans didn’t execute survivors, as their training dictated. They’d offered an out, and it was snubbed. But, they would do as Malgus ordered.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Hm, well I wouldn't tell anyone here that they're from a game of any kind, or any kind of story really," Weaver said to Ray, "That, and I wouldn't lean too heavily on thinking your stories and this world are the same. I've uh... seen what a faulty assumption can do. Oh, and on that note, don't assume the rules of your world apply here either. For example, I've seen all kinds of ways FTL travel is done, or in some cases, isn't."
He paused, "Hm... similarly I don't know how you're... I guess tethered to this reality. Most things stop existing when the rift closes because they need a tether back to their home dimension, as the laws that govern their existence typically aren't the same across dimensions. Depending on how or why, you may be immune to certain things... like medicine. Your biology might not be... uh... compatible. Not incompatible in that you're a different species, but that your body doesn't behave according to this world's laws of physics. No clue though, this has never happened before. You might be fine. Only one way to find out really."
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"To answer your question, sir," Niranye told Ray, "I don't do magic - never was good at it - but I do dabble a bit in certain elements of Alchemy."
"She has this proprietary thing that she uses to keep her grills going - she doesn't say what it is, but everyone in this quad speculates what it could be," Skye giggled.
"Whatever it is, it makes the food here taste great - and cooks properly in a fraction of the time it would elsewhere," Jacqueline added.
"In any event, what are we having to drink?" Niranye asked.
"Got any of that special soda from Terra?" Skye asked.
"Yeah, I'd like one, too," Jacqueline said.
Niranye smiled. "Just got a shipment today - we looking for Nuka-Cola or Sunset Sarsaparilla?"
"Sunset," Skye and Jacqueline said in unison. Niranye just chuckled and jotted that down, then looked to Ray and Weaver.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'll take just about anything," Blythe said. "Provided it's legal. Not to say you dabble in illicit goods, I just draw the line at such."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Not really," Katt remarked, finishing her plate and sitting back. "Unreal Tournament is a popular event. Only event people can legally gamble on in the universe."
"I know a guy who made a fortune betting on a team - thunder-something. Not sure the exact name, but they won one tournament, and he made a fortune - paid off debts and retired early to someplace in Imperial Alliance turf," Falco said.
*** Kyle's Personal Shuttle, En Route to Private Retreat ***
"Yeah," Kyle said, reaching into his cloak pocket and retrieving Zack's tags. He then tapped in a few commands, and the shuttle started it's descent into the atmosphere. "So... did you bump into any of my children on your way to my house? I have a son - Drake - and a daughter, Kira. Drake looks just like me, Kira is a spitting image of her mother."
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
"Then Norokiir you will be, Acolyte," Harkun said. They entered a particular room of the training wing, where Harkun spoke up to get the attention of the other acolytes in the room. "Acolytes! Front and center!" The other students assembled before them. "This is Norokiir - he will be training with your class."
"Training with us? But why?" scoffed one of the students, a Zabrak.
"Orders from Darth Malgus himself," Harkun responded.
"Malgus is interested in him?" the Zabrak stated, incredulous. "I could wipe him off the end of my boot in two seconds! He's a--"
"Watch your tongue, Acolyte!" Harkun snarled. "You know the rules! We promote a positive training environment! No dueling outside the dueling circle, and certainly not with a newcomer! If I have to remind you of this one more time, I'll send you to the disciplinary wing!"
The Zabrak paused, then bowed. "Apologies, overseer," he said.
Harkun turned around and then leaned down to whisper in Magnus' ear, "You want to make your overseer proud, put that one in his place - if he breaks the rules and tries to attack you, you are permitted to defend yourself without reprisal, so long as you do not kill him. That one has a pronounced tendency to break rules, and if there is one thing I despise here, it's an Acolyte with a bad attitude." He then looked over his shoulder at the other acolytes. "The rest of you know what to do - show Acolyte Norokiir around," he told them, then left the room. The Zabrak just scoffed and returned to his practice session with a holo-training droid. When he did, a feline with light crimson fur approached Norokiir. "And that was Acolyte Predacus," she told Norokiir, indicating the Zabrak. "And the overseer isn't joking when he says he has a bad attitude. Only reason he's still here is because he has a lot of combat potential." She looked Magnus in the eyes. "I'm known as Vokunah, around here," she introduced herself. Indicating the other acolytes - a fox, a bear, a lioness, and a falcon - she continued, introducing them from left to right, "That's Inferus, Lanius, Bellacus, and Angral." They all gave warm smiles and positive welcomes.
"We're not all like Predacus over there," said Inferus, the fox.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Most Jedi survivors would refuse to surrender - and most of the time, would try and fight despite the impossible odds against them. There were a few that did, however - and one would reveal they were, at this point, trying to buy time foe Master Ryans to escape on a shuttle. What they evidently didn't know, was that the orbiting Sith and Dragon Federation fleets were alerted to what was going on planetside, and had orbit blockaded; nothing was getting off Dromund Kaas that hadn't been authorized by Malgus himself. Another revealed the location of Ryans' escape shuttle - a scant two kilometers north of the ruins.
*** Toydaria Orbit ***
Once everyone was in place, Franklin Drake's shuttle made a warp jump, and Bahkriid scanned the ion trail, plotted a course, routed it to the others, and then made the jump herself. Jaden's Stealth-X made the next jump after her, and Akarkek's Mantis followed suit.
*** Raven Rock, Solstheim ***
Ahkrin stepped off the boat, but kept her black lightsaber active. "Yes, Imperials. Seem rather obsessed with keeping me from getting off-world, no idea why. Now, if there's nothing else, I got somewhere to be."
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The two odd vixen's continued to eat there food not paying much attention to ther oehrs
*** Raven Rock, Solstheim ***
"If I may can we assist you?" Kala asked.
"We have a ship to get off world with if you need a ride" Keri added.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Illlegal is highly suggestive depending on what system your in what i sell could be illegal in some places but should be legal within allied systems of the DMC." Tigress noted. "I even have a few large cargo craft that can carry battlemechs."
***Krystal's lab ***
Krystal pulled out what looked like a cellphone and pressed a button calling someone she knew "Markus, where are you I need a ride, Tigress is busy and my personal ship is in the shop, fusion core flucuations are keeeping it from flying..."
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray shook his head, chuckling. “Fallout too? Ah. I’ll have a water, with ice. Thank you.” He sighed, studying his paws. What a strange universe indeed. “Guess no one is creative, huh? All comes from somewhere.”
He studied the menu, looking for anything appetizing.
-Orbit-
The pilot scuttled across the ceiling like a bug, stopping above their prisoner.
“You’re almost not worth bringing in,” the pilot hissed.
The prisoner looked up, part fearful part indignant.
“Then let me go,” the prisoner, a Duros, replied with a cheeky smile.
“Alive,” the pilot snipped back. The prisoner shrunk against the wall they were shackled to.
“Lucky for you,” the pilot continued, crawling down the wall slowly. “I need money. So you get to live, until the officials get you anyway.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis rubbed his nose. “So, Ryans left his disciples to die, just to save his own skin.” Ickthis shook his head, chuckling. “Brave man. Send Drost over with a small detachment. Mount the mech and double time it to Ryans.” He raised a finger suddenly. “Scratch that. Just me and the mech. I want this rat dead.”
Within only a few minutes, Ickthis sat upon the mech, as it beat feet to the shuttle’s supposed location. Ickthis gripped the prototype tightly. Though controlled tests yielded positive results, a proper field test was never conducted. Until now.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Sunset I think," Weaver said to Niranye. "Does the Nuka-cola still have radiation in it? Or is that just some rumor I heard? Stayed away from the stuff mostly."
"This isn't a storybook come to life dude," Weaver said to Ray, slightly annoyed. "Creativity has nothing to do with this." He gave a short sigh, "Sorry, you're probably still going through shock. Hm, maybe we should visit a few websites after this. See how much more you recognize."
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*** Kyle's Personal Shuttle, En Route to Private Retreat ***
"Can't say I did, to be fair I was scanning more than focusing on my way up", Zack responded as he received the tags back and wrapped them around the box in his bag as he merged his bag to his suit.
"So why drag me out to a personal retreat for a private conversation? honestly I thought the mansion would be private enough, let alone a shuttle or a moon base.", Zack added.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh no no no, I was referring to the 'for now' comment that dad made, sorry if my timing was a bit off", Vince replied to Katt.
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*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
"I have a lot of experience dealing with ones like him and I can tell you are not like him. It's a nice change from what I'm used to."
**** New Character ****
Name: Jennifer Carter
Gender: Female
Species: Anthro Smilodon
Age:29
Height:5'9"
Attire: Standard combat armor, boots, and helmet of the early 2000's Earth, infrared/night vision goggles
Weapons loadout: Early 2000's Earth P90, M16, frag grenade, combat knife
Quick Bio: Enrolled in the Stargate program on her version of earth back in the early 2000's, on her first scheduled mission the Stargate malfunctioned, sending her into this dimension without her realizing it. Headfast and a capable combatant she likely won't back down from a fight however she tends to prefer diplomacy and will try to reason her way out of a fight.
***Dromund Kaas, Deep Jungle***
There was a deafening boom that could be heard from miles away as a wormhole opened in the middle of the jungle and seemingly ejected a female anthro Smilodon, before closing as if it was never there in the first place.
The last thing Jennifer remembered was stepping through the Stargate before everything went black, this was normally something that does not happen when stepping through the Stargate. Groaning she sat up to find that she was definitely not on the planet she was supposed to be, a desert planet, but instead surrounded by dense jungle, after realizing this she also realized she was completely alone, luckily, she still had her weapons and gear. She took out her radio only to find it malfunctioning.
"Well, that ain't good."
She decided that waiting here for the jungle to eat her alive wasn't the right course of action and she began to traverse the dense jungle. Little did she know she was heading in the direction of the Sith camp.
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*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
"Yeah. Anyway, nice to meet you--what was it you called yourself? Norokiir?" Vokuna spoke to Magnus. "Not every day we get an acolyte with a name like that. Mine actually translates to Shadow Hunter."
*** Sith Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
Jennifer would stumble into the camp with no issue, but be met with two dozen armed soldiers who, while they were surprised to see her and didn't recognize her, did not point their weapons at her.
"Uh... lady, this is a restricted area - you mind explaining what you're doing here?" asked one NCO in a full suit of armor.
*** Jungle Landing, Dromund Kaas ***
When Ryans reached his shuttle, he immediately climbed in and tried to power up... to no avail. He tried repeatedly to bring the shuttle to life, without success. When he examined the systems, he noticed the ignition coil was missing. He couldn't take off. Damn.
*** Kyle's Personal Shuttle, En Route to Private Retreat ***
"Something I felt I needed to do - and I needed your help. This is something that is to stay off the books, kept between us. Just us," Kyle said. "So far as I know, no one in the galaxy knows it's here, and I don't want anyone to know it exists. I need to--" Before Kyle could finish explaining, the craft was rocked by an explosion, followed by another. The shuttle lurched, and Kyle consulted his console. "S***! Romulan Warbird just de-cloaked off the starboard side! They must have figured out it's here! Brace yourself, this is gonna be a bumpy ride!" Kyle guided the shuttle as gently as he could, but the landing was rather jarring. "Damn it," Kyle cursed once they settled. "Zack, you okay?" he asked.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I don't see how his comment was ominous, but okay," Katt remarked. Her sentence was punctuated by Falco belching. She just smiled and giggled. "Good one, birdie."
Falco looked to Vince. "Feel like meeting your dad's squadmates?"
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Three Sunset Sarsarparillas and a water, got it," Niranye said. "Also, if you want, we can bring you a tablet. It's connected to the interstellar networks - you can browse all you want. It's no charge here."
*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Really?" Blythe remarked, crossing his arms. "Are you authorized to sell the battlemechs here? I thought they were military property."
*** Krystal's lab ***
"Honey..." Markus sighed from behind Krystal. "... you could have waited ten seconds, I was in the bathroom. Just relax." He hit a command in his gauntlet, and one of his vehicles pulled up outside. "Where to, milady?" he asked with a sly grin.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Clearance was granted to the bounty hunter's ship to land at a pad adjacent to the Mercenary Enclave. They were also advised to double-time it, given the traffic in orbit for the festival.
*** Raven Rock, Solstheim ***
Ahkrin pushed past Kala and Keri. "I already have a ride off-world," she said as she passed them. "Why do you seem so intent on accompanying me?"
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*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
"Mine roughly translates to fierce child back on my home world. Do you mind showing me around?"
*** Sith camp, Dromund Kaas ***
Stumbling upon this futuristic camp was a major shock to Jennifer's system. "Uh, I would like to know that just as much as you... sir." Not wanting to cause an issue; she slowly removed her weapons and placed them on the ground.
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*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Certain models yes, what were you thinking of?" Tigress asked.
*** Krystal's lab ***
"I'm a bit tired my telepathy is a bit foggy." Krystal replied with a sigh.
*** Raven Rock, Solstheim ***
"The thuum has told me our paths have crossed for a reason, what Id didn't tell my companion is that we just happend to be here when you arrived..." Kala replied.
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*Dromund Kaas*
A thunderclap echoed from the tree line, a tongue of orange illuminating the Mongdrigan warmech and it’s passenger, as a thirty-millimeter slug punched a toddler-fist sized hole in the engine housing of Ryans’ ship. The warmech stomped into the clearing, as Ickthis Kaas stood atop its hull.
“Ryans!” Ickthis barked, standing atop the mech. He dismounted with a grunt, adjusting a thin, four-foot long bracket afixed to the prototype. “Coward! Leaving your own men to die!”
Ryans exited the shuttle, adjusting his robes and clearly displaying the lightsaber at his hip.
“They willing gave their lives to protect mine!”
Ickthis glared at Ryans, stopping just a few yards away from the Jedi. “And now they are captured or dead. And you,” he brandished the prototype. “Could’ve died at their sides with honor. Yet here you are, their sacrifices for nought.”
With a wave, Ryans’ saber leapt into his hand and ignited. “I could make a new enclave. A stronger enclave. And wipe you Sith scum from this planet.” Ickthis laughed coldly, taking a ready stance.
“We are not Lord Malgus’s acolytes. He defeated Great Leader in combat. The Old Ways dictate he leads.” Ickthis thumbed the igniter of the prototype. An unholy, acrid burning stench filled the air as energy focused through the impure tiberium crystal inside the bulky weapon. A sickly green beam lanced forth, stopping at the end of the bracket. Ickthis gave the tiberium-saber an experimental swing, sending sparks flying like overly energetic fireflies. “Once this prototype is ironed out, and Lord Malgus prepares himself, I will challenge him.”
Ryans blinked, taken aback. “What? Betray Malgus?”
“No. Not betrayal.” Ickthis took a set closer. “The Old Ways permit one to challenge the leader for their position. But, I’ve a more pressing matter, Ryans. Prepare yourself.”
*Dragon’taan*
Ray raised a paw slightly. “I was referring to my own universe. See, all this stuff is fiction. Video games, movies, books. I used to overhear researchers saying that creativity isn’t real, but manifestations of ideas in different forms.” He shook his head. “Wild to think it might be true. But, yes. I agree with you, Weaver. I’ll quit being so dour.” The agent then looked to the waitress. “That sounds great, actually. And uh, can I get a cola as well? Always wanted to try one.”
-Orbit-
The pilot heard the notification of access and scuttled back to the controls, leaving the prisoner. With all the traffic, guiding the ramshackle ship in was difficult, but not impossible.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Weaver's question about the cola was ignored. That seemed to be a theme with Weaver and his crazy adventure so far. He briefly debated about whether or not to take out his frustration on the tip, then decided to respond to Ray instead.
"Oh, wait, so there's a possibility that your fiction were just manifestations of this world but as ideas people had?" Weaver said. "Hm, I guess anything is possible when jumping dimensions. Hey wait a minute... did any of your fiction have any kind of multidimensional travel? Could find a ticket home that way, if you still wanted. I don't suppose you know anything about Riftwalkers or anything."
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*** Unspecified Moon ***
Kyle took stock of their current location, then opened an arms case on the shuttle. "We're a few klicks from the site - we'll have to hoof it from here..." he pulled out and tossed to Zack an M4A1 Assault Rifle. Then he took out his signature weapon of choice - an RX Kalashnikov AK50M7. Loading a mag into the receiver and racking a round into the chamber, he looked to Zack. "If the Romulans attacked us, chances are it's the Tal Shiar, and they might be after what I found here. I've taken great pains to keep it secret, and I needed the help of someone outside to help me move it."
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
At that, Katt paid for their meal - with slight protest from Falco - and they all would exit Sol's in search of Fox and the others. "First things first... we need to figure out where Fox and the others are," Katt suggested.
"Ten to one, Slippy's at a museum or something," Falco said, "Fox and Fara would probably be somewhere together - either another restaurant or taking in the sights."
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"To answer the earlier question about the Nuka-Cola, modern Nuka-Cola doesn't have any kind of radiation in it - something about a new proprietary formula someone developed in NCR territory," Niranye said. "Anyway, I'll be right back with your drinks - three Sunset Sarsaparillas, one Nuka-Cola and a Water." She left, and not long after, a restaurant employee came by with a tablet, setting it on the table.
*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"No specific models, as long as they're combat effective," Blythe told Tigress. "But we can discuss that later - for now, maybe show me around your house?"
*** Krystal's lab ***
Markus just smiled. "Which is why I suggested we take a second honeymoon - we both have been working hard, both at our careers and at raising our family. Now that the kids are old enough to look after themselves, we can use some time for just me and you."
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
"Certainly!" Vokunah said with a bright smile. She would take Magnus on a tour of the dorms, the training wing, the Dueling Circle, and other miscellaneous facilities. When it was all said and done, she breathed a sigh. "... so that's our wing. There are several others, but our wing is reserved for acolytes that one Sith Lord or another has expressed special interest in."
"You must have made a major impression on Malgus if his order placed you here," commented the lioness, Bellacus.
"Which puts you squarely in Predacus' sights," added the bear, Lanius.
"He's hoping to impress Malgus enough to be chosen as his apprentice," remarked the Falcon, Angral.
*** Sith camp, Dromund Kaas ***
It was then that a Sith pureblood with black armor and two lightsabers appeared in the area. "Lord Wrath," one of the soldiers greeted the newcomer. Wrath looked at Jennifer, then asked the NCO who'd spoken to her earlier, "Who's this?"
"We don't know, Lord - she just showed up from nowhere," the NCO replied. "She seems to not know where she is, and she's willingly put her weapons down." Wrath frowned in a bit of confusion, then approached Jennifer.
"With the recent attempt on Lord Malgus' life, you're lucky you weren't shot on sight," he told her. He looked over her uniform. "Mm... not any kind of uniform I've ever seen. Who are you, and what are you doing on Dromund Kaasa?"
*** Raven Rock, Solstheim ***
"Oh, 'the Thu'um told you' about me, huh? Yeah. Right," Ahkrin scoffed. "Listen, I'm not looking for running buddies - I just want to get off-world as soon as I can and fly under the radar to parts unknown. You wanna help me disappear? Fine. Give me a heading to somewhere I can be left alone and get the hell out of my way."
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*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
Magnus frowns before saying; "If Predacus attacks me, do not interfere."
*** Dromund Kaas, Sith camp ***
"Dromund Kaas? I was supposed to be going to Chulak." Looking at the highly advanced weaponry she then commented "You ain't the Nox, and you ain't the Tollan, so who are you, Goa'uld? Very strange weaponry for Goa'uld, as for who I am, call me Jennifer."
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*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I suppose if you want the tour,but it's rather boring here." Tigress said showing Blythe around a bit before stopping in the kitchen "And that's kinda it, like I said it's rather boing in here, I'm not really certain how i can liven the place up."
*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Where did you have in mind?" Krystal asked.
*** Raven Rock, Solstheim ***
"Whatever happend to the Rule of two?" Kala asked with a sigh. " Head to the temple of Hermaeus Mora, the temple has been abandoned ever since someone did something there." Kala explained. "Just don't read any black books."
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*Dromund Kaas*
The two warriors circled each other in the clearing. Ryans kept his saber high, prepared in defense, trained and traditional. Ickthis kept his weapon low, scorching the grass at his feet. His was a savage, brutal style.
Ryans tried to reach out with the Force, to see his opponent’s intent. But the Mongdrigan, to the Force, didn’t exist. A void, an absence. Stranger still, the weapon he held seemed to pull the Force to it, and destroyed it.
“That’s not khyber,” Ryans stated. Ickthis shook his head, slowly twirling his weapon.
“Tiberium,” the Mongdrigan responded. “Harvested from my own blood.” He suddenly charged forward, clashing his blade against Ryans. He pressed his opponent, sending sparks flying.
Ryans pushed back, forcing Ickthis into an odd, low position. The Jedi felt he had the upper hand, until Ickthis’ boot crashed against his ankle. The Jedi stumbled, backing away. But his saber felt strange, heated. He took a second to glance, and saw small tiberium crystals growing around the emitter end of his saber. He thumbed the igniter, but nothing happened.
“Tiberium’s gonna keep your saber running,” Ickthis sneered. “Until that khyber crystal dies.” He lunged again, before Ryans composed himself. The tiberium-saber cut deep into the Jedi, but sputtered with a plume of smoke.
Ickthis grit his teeth, pulling the prototype close. Power cell melted, it seemed. But, as he kicked the Jedi’s corpse, it served its purpose. He quickly remounted the mech and headed back to the camp.
Now, an odd thing happened. Where most Jedi return to the Force, Ryans did not. His connection to the Force was severed. Wholly removed from the Force.
*Dragon’taan*
Ray took the tablet with a nod, and began surfing the web. He thanked whatever deity that a few of the scarier space-faring factions from his universe’s fictions remained as such.
“Gonna have to get me one of these,” he said. “Take a little time to do some deep looking.”
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"No radiation? That's good," Weaver said. He briefly thought about switching his order at the last second, but couldn't make up his mind fast enough.
"I'm sure I can buy you a tablet," the spider said to Ray. "I inadvertently got you into this mess. I can at least outfit you with some essentials."
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*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
"You've got guts, I'll give you that," Lanius remarked.
"Even so, if he nails Predacus single-handedly, that'd definitely win him some points around here," Vokunah said. "But you need to hone your skills a lot before you try and take Predacus one-on-one."
*** Dromund Kaas, Sith camp ***
"I don't know who the Goa'uld are, so no, we are not them. We are a part of the Reborn Sith Empire. I am Lord Wrath, otherwise known as The Emperor's Wrath," Wrath told Jennifer. "Lord Malgus will want to speak with you. Pick up your weapons, but keep them safetied, and follow me." Wrath would then turn and slowly begin to walk toward Kaas City.
*** Dark Temple Ruins, Dromund Kaas ***
With the Jedi threat eliminated, the Imperial soldiers helped the Mongdrigans tend their wounded and the Jedi they captured. The Commnander of the Imperial Commandos would ask one of the Mongdrigans to send word to Malgus that the threat was eliminated. But the same question was on all the commandos' minds: How the hell did a Jedi Force this big get to Dromund Kaas undetected, and what were they looking for in the ruins of the Dark Temple?
*** Raven Rock, Solstheim ***
Ahkrin groaned in irriatation. "A heading off-world, moron! Does everyone here need to be spoken to in child terms?"
*** Unspecified Moon ***
"Fairly large, but small enough to fit in a backpack. Where it needs to go is why I needed outside help," Kyle explained. "This thing could hijack the Eternal Katana Fleet my cousin claimed, and I can't be seen delivering it to him. Too controversial, given that the Eternal Katana Fleet being claimed by my cousin was a big thing - a lot of people in the galaxy think it too powerful for any one person to have, and wanted it destroyed. Personally, I think it's better off in my cousin's hands than anyone else. I can't say I fully understand his reasoning for claiming it, but it was his choice - not mine." He started heading due north, toward the lodge in the distance sitting on a cliff overlooking the area.
*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I can think of a few ways," Blythe commented. A loud grumble from his gut signified an evident hunger. "... I forgot I never ate lunch."
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Not long after, Niranye returned with the drinks and a notepad. "Have we decided what we want to eat?" she asked.
"I have!" Skye responded cheerfully.
"I have, too," Jacqueline added. Looking to the others, she asked, "You guys know what you want? As you can see from the menus, they have a bit of everything in here."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"We'd need to get a general idea of where Fox, Fara and Slippy are at, first," Falco said.
"I'd suggest looking for Slippy, first," Katt suggested. "He'll likely be easier to find, and he may know where Fox and Fara went. Slippy will likely be at a museum or something, the nerd that he is."
*** Krystal's Lab, New Cerinia ***
"I was gonna start with Sauria, but from there hit Spira and visit Scarif - I hear the beaches there are bar none, and the place has a major historical significance," Markus said to Krystal. "It'll be good for us both to relax and be together, just you and I."
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*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Want to eat here?" Tigress asked.
*** Raven Rock, Solstheim ***
"Most people on this planet do not seek a heading to another world." Kala pointed out "Your anger is unesarry, if you are in such a hurry details are important." Kala reponded.
*** Krystal's Lab, New Cerinia ***
"Sounds like a plan." Krystal replied
*** docking bay 41, Worgen's paw ***
"Fairly certain i told that pandarian of a daughter to meet us here an hour ago." Said a female worgen as she played something on a hologram table in the passenger bay of her modified YT-1300.
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*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
"Heh, you need guts and skills to survive where I'm from, but I'll take your word for it. Do we train with actual weapons or...?"
*** Dromund Kaas, Sith camp ***
Jennifer picked up her weapons and safetied all of them before following Wrath. "Lord Wrath um... what year is it here?"
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*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis and the mech strode back to the ruins with little fanfare, as the commander had hoped. His troops had already begun triage on the wounded, though some were separating the dead. Ickthis himself checked into a triage tent and waited quietly to be examined.
The Mongdrigan runner took his message and headed back to Malgus.
*Dragon'taan*
Ray shook his head. "Don't worry about it. I'll get one, or the Foundation will provide me one." He glanced up at the waitress, glanced back at the menu, then spoke.
"I'll have a pork sirloin. But I have to ask, is it actual pork or..? Ah, y'know what, don't tell me."
-Elsewhere-
The ramshackle ship landed with a groan. Then a landing strut buckled, sending the port-side engine digging into the landing platform, blowing it out completely. The pilot cursed, as the herded the Duros prisoner onto the pad. Officials and firecrews were already on standby. And after taking the cost of towing their ship and damage to the landing pad, the pilot was left with a very meagre sum and no-way off planet. So, they pulled their heavy full-body cloak tighter and headed into town.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Alright," Weaver responded to Ray. He turned to the waiter, "Do you have any kind of skillet with potatoes and eggs? That'd be great."
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
When Malgus got the message, he decided to make a point to visit the Mongdrigan Camp to get a look at the prisoners they'd taken. But first, he would see to this unidentified person encountered by Lord Wrath that, according to what he heard, came to Dromund Kaas by accident.
*** Kaas City, Dromund Kaas ***
"According to the UNSC Calendar, the year is 2582," Wrath responded. "By our calendar, that's twenty years after what's known as The Battle of Yavin." Wrath would lead Jennifer to the Sith Sanctum, where they paused just before an elevator, waiting for it to arrive. "Let me give you one piece of advice for talking to Lord Malgus - be honest. He sees more than you think."
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
"Most of us start training with training sabers, like what you've got; when a Sith Lord takes an interest in our abilities, they either send us out on a trial to get our first lightsaber, or they have us build one," Lanius explained.
*** Dragon'taan Streets ***
Every so often, the pilot would come across broadcasted adverts for the upcoming Unreal Tournament. However, one particular shop had a poster plastered out front advertising it - and apparently pointed to a place on Dragon'taan in the Mercenary Enclave to sign up for it.
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Alright then, I'll get these whipped up and out to you all shortly," Niranye said. She left to see to another table.
"Don't worry, Ray," Jacqueline told Ray, "Food's legit here. She gets it from all over, because she has a lot of connections for this business."
*** Dragon'taan Museum of History ***
Slippy was not difficult to find; he was standing in front of a model of the DMCS Dragon's Rage, reading from the plaque. "Slippy does love history," Falco remarked.
*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"If you don't mind, sure," Blythe responded. He took a seat nearby. "You certainly are a lot more accommodating than you appear at first glance."
*** docking bay 41, Worgen's paw ***
"You have to keep in mind, Kia, she has a life of her own, now. She can't just drop everything and come every time mom and dad call her," Ketorr chuckled from nearby. "She's married and entertaining thoughts of starting a family of her own."
*** Krystal's Lab, New Cerinia ***
"Great, let's get moving," Markus suggested. He headed outside, ready for this new honeymoon with his wife.
*** Unspecified Moon ***
"Make no mistake, K'Tath doesn't have grand ambitions or dreams of conquest for that fleet - he merely wishes to secure this item against those that do," Kyle told Zack. "Since he took control of that fleet, he's done nothing but good with it - and often coordinates with Markus and the United Alliance Coalition for various projects. Between the two of them, raiders and pirates refuse to tangle with anything protected by either."
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim ***
"Yeah, well, off-world is where I'm heading," Ahkrin said as she kept walking. "I'm not staying on Nirn indefinitely when there's a universe I can explore. And I fully intend to seek out these... jedi."
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*** docking bay 41, Worgen's paw ***
"We're still a family though.' Kia noted. "She could have let me know." the femal Worgen sighed.
*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Tigarian women tend to be like that, most of the time." Tigress replied going to the frigde to pull out a few sandwiches she had stored, throwing them into an air fryer to warm them up a few minutes later Blythe would find himself sitting at a table with a roast beef anf turkey sandwich and some crackers and a drink of hise choice sat in front of him.
*** Krystal's Lab, New Cerinia ***
"I'll meet you at the ship, I have something i need to drop off, first." Krystal said grabbing a few holotapes, as she stood up.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of History ***
about 30 minutes later a shadowy figure would come out of the shadows behind slippy tapping on his should the figure would be Krystal "Slippy,I dunno where fox went to there's too many places he'd go for me to look for him, could you give him something from me?" she would ask after tapping his shoulder.
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim ***
"That might be difficult.' Kala noted
"Yeah something odd is goign on in the skies lately.' Keri added.
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*** Kaas city, Dromund Kaas ***
Jennifer's eyes widened, "Now I know that not only am I not where I'm supposed to be, but I'm also not when I'm supposed to be. The last I knew it was only 2025."
*** Sith sanctum ***
"Ah, well I guess I might as well start training on a Holo-droid." Magnus then found an open Holo-droid and did just that.
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*Dromund Kaas*
After the wounded were stabilized, the Mongdrigans packed their triage had formed a large column back to the camp, the Jedi prisoners boxed in the middle.
Now it’s no secret that Mongdrigans were abrasive. Moreso to defeated enemies. Surrender meant weakness, an unwillingness to die for your cause. So the Jedi, forced to carry their wounded who couldn’t walk, were berated constantly. The march was arduous, doubly so for the Jedi. By the time the column had reach home, the Jedi were scared and bedraggled.
Then a wholly new fear arose. The Mongdrigans hauling the dead broke from the main group, heading for the kitchen area.
Ickthis watched from atop the mech, nodding solemnly. The Old Ways dictated as such, honored friends and defeated foes would be used to nourish the camp. Though there was much food to be prepared ahead of the fallen; the self-cooling coffins stayed stacked outside, waiting preparation.
*Dragon’taan*
“Well, I’m not worried about synthetic food,” Ray explained. “Y’see, the Overseer Council believe that my kind weren’t the original dominant species.” He motioned at himself. Though bi-pedal and anthropomorphic, his morphology still retained many aspects of his feral raccoon counterparts. “See, back before my time, Earth suffered an SK-Class “Dominance Shift” scenario. Meaning we took over from the previous dominant species, Homo Sapiens. Something swapped out their mental capacity to us, the Admins figure. Then Homo Sapiens went feral. And uh…well, y’know. As the Homo Sapiens hunted as the dominant species…” He rubbed the back of his neck. “Guess seeing a real-life High Elf made me think about it,” Ray chuckled. “What with the similarities and all.”
-Elsewhere-
The pilot watched the flashy broadcasts in slight awe, their kind always enraptured by technology. Seemed like a decent way to make a quick buck. So, making triply sure that the full-body cloak wasn’t going anywhere, the pilot made their way to the Mercenary Enclave. As they walked, bobbing like a bird due to their suit’s strange digitigrade legs, the pilot thought back on the suit.
Hauling it from Utapau wasn’t too hard, a good chunk of the Republic’s forces left shortly after the pilot found it. Cleaning it, however, was the hard part.
A strange organic engine seemed to power the thing, but it had been badly damaged and fused to the interior hull. Days of scraping and chemical baths finally got the hardened black muck out, but there had been an odd electrical feedback. Still was, like part of the suit was running an AI.
As the Mercenary Enclave looked into view, the pilot wrestled full control back from the suit. Be in bad taste to have it break down now.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Huh... w-well I'm sure the pork doesn't come from... anyone sapient," Weaver said. "I guess I never really thought about that kind of stuff. Normally I just swallow whatever the ship's nutrient synthesizer makes." He paused, "Question. Would this world's foundation have the same... uh... 'dominant' species as yours? Although... there are two Earths with what I assume are different histories. Guh... dimension hopping is such a nightmare sometimes."
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Dimension hopping...?" Skye repeated. "Is that how you came to be here?"
*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Even so, I hadn't expected as much from the Quartermaster of the DMC. Which reminds me, how's your boss?" Blythe asked.
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Most people seemed not to pay much heed to the pilot and his suit; they didn't ignore him, but they acted like it was an everyday thing. The mercenary enclave, despite the ongoing celebration, seemed quite busy. Mercenaries everywhere, some going into or out of various contract offices. A sign out front read, "Those seeking to sign up for the UT must speak to the receptionist to get directions to the sign-up office."
*** Dragon'taan Museum of History ***
"Krystal! Yeah, sure - is everything alright?" Slippy asked.
Flaco and Katt stood a bit at a distance. "She seems in a hurry," Katt remarked.
"Probably going somewhere with her husband," Falco said quietly.
"She's married? To whom?" Katt asked.
"Big shot named Markus Tokarev. She had three kids by him," Falco responded. "And to answer your question, kiddo, that's Krystal. Well, her name now is Krystal Indari-Tokarev, ever since she married her husband. We actually recently had to ask her and her peoples' assistance to wrest Corneria from the hands of the Sith Covenant."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Markus waited patiently for Krystal. During his wait, he was approached by his XO, Grand Admiral Voro 'Mantakar. "Admiral," Markus greeted him.
"Lord-Admiral," the Holographic Sangheili responded. "I apologize for disturbing you during this festival - Command and I thought this deserved your attention." He handed Markus a datapad, detailing someone of interest. Markus looked over it and frowned. "A psyche discharge? And he's still traveling?"
"Indirect evidence shows he's looking for something or someone - we don't know who. If we can befriend him, we can gain a new ally; but, if provoked, he could be a problem," Voro said.
Markus nodded, then signed off on the report. "I leave it in your capable hands, Voro. Befriend him if you can - but eliminate him if you must. My wife and I are going to take care of a few things here on Dragon'taan, but afterward, she and I are going on a honeymoon. Unless there is an emergency, radio silence. Understood?"
The Holo-Sangheili pumped a fist against his chest and bowed. "Understood, Lord-Admiral," he said, before beaming away.
*** docking bay 41, Worgen's paw ***
"Sorry we're late," came Lian's voice as she and her wolf husband came aboard. "Got turned around on the way here."
"Yeah, Draco City can be a bit of a traipse to navigate," James added.
*** Unspecified Moon ***
"Considering what happened to him, yes," Kyle told Zack. "It's a long story, best told--" a clatter of something caused Kyle to jump, and bring his weapon to bear. They were roughly halfway to where they needed to go - and Kyle knew there were Romulans in orbit. Did they know he and Zack survived the crash? "Can Emma pick up Romulan radio transmissions in the area?" Kyle asked.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
The Imperial Troops were no better than the Mongdrigans to their prisoners - but for different reasons. These Jedi attacked them unprovoked. They had done nothing to the Jedi or to anyone in the galaxy; they simply were just trying to rebuild. And these Jedi just attacked them out of the blue and were digging through the remains of the Dark Temple - a site sacred to the history of the Sith. A reminder to them. And these Jedi defiled it.
On returning to the camp, there would be another Sith waiting for them there - a wolf, and his feline apprentice. One of the Imperial troops greeted him. "Darth Vulkest, my lord!"
"At ease - and explain the meaning of all these prisoners," Vulkest commanded. The commando did just that, and Vulkest nodded. "Good..." he murmured. He looked to Ickthiss. "I have a detention camp cleared out of the jungle nearby. Unless Lord Malgus' orders contradict it, I would have you move the prisoners there; we can extract the meaning of this attack from them there."
*** Kaas city, Dromund Kaas ***
"Then you're quite a ways away from your home turf," Wrath said. "Truthfully, I don't know if we can get you back where you belong - the Sith Alliance is not very knowledgeable regarding that kind of time travel." They stopped before a transport that would take them to the Sith Sanctum.
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
The other students continued training with their respective training droids; Magnus - now Norokiir - would find it easier to start with beginner-tier programs with his droid, to help him familiarize with his chosen fighting style.
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim ***
The mention of something going on in the sky seemed to catch Ahkrin's attention. She extinguished her lightsaber and clipped it to her belt, turning to Keri and Kala. She was silent for a while, before finally saying in a cool, calm manner, "Do tell."
*** Corneria ***
As Corneria went abouot rebuilding from the Sith Covenant attack, a lone figure appeared from a visiting hangar transport. He flew a retrofitted, heavily-modified space variant of an ancient fighter (https://www.airforce-technology.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2017/09/su-37_2.jpg), which was cleared to land on Corneria. The lone occupant, a Cornerian Tiger, hopped out of his ship, and, after making sure his dual FN57A2 Disruptor Pistols were still in their holsters, headed into the city proper. He kissed the diamond ring on his right hand, but not the wedding band on his left, as he headed into the city. His face was stoic, and not many seemed to pay him any heed as he walked to the military enclave in the distance.
*** Qo'nos Orbit ***
A shuttle and several fighters appeared over Qo'nos, and they immediately descended to a location outside the manor in which House Martok resided. One of the first ones out of their craft was a Fox and a Pandaren. The next was a human. He started for the manor while the others got out of their craft.
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*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Who?" Tigress asked confused, her head cocking to the side.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of History ***
'Sorry, Slippy I'm extremely in a rush.' Krystal's voice would say inside the frogs head.'
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Serena, Krystal's personal Ai would appear near Marcus "Krystal is on her way now, sir, she wanted to remind you of the concert you were invited to, which should be soon now." the hologram said before fading.
***NCC Galatae, preparing for Parade***
"Argo are the coordinates of the route set?" "Yes sir" replied a orange hologram Dragon "And my wife?" Kylie asked looking around...
*** Qo'nos Martok's Estate, Ketha Lowlands ***
As the two approached the manor proper, a few Ferasan honor Guards would look them over before a tall female Ferasan would wave the guards away "I told you they were expected, don't be a petaQ about it !" The Ferasan female grumbled to the honor guards turning to the Fox and Pandarian "Excuse the extra security, ever since Martok has come back his allies in my clan have been very weary of any remaining of House Torq or Duras, or thier tal shiar allies." The female Ferasan apologized welcoming the three, and their party into the manor.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You're not gonna believe this," Weaver began, "but yeah there was a bit of an... accident. Turns out opening rifts haphazardly can sometimes drag someone else through. Typically the Rifter can only pull things from unstable pocket dimensions, but uh... I accidentally brought Ray here from a uh... let's say a normal dimension. No idea how to send him back. Interesting thing though is that his dimension's fictional stories are real here."
He paused, realizing his story was more ridiculous than he originally thought, "If you don't believe me then just assume we're lost travelers who have no clue of where we are and don't want to talk about it. I mean, I wouldn't believe me; the story is completely absurd. I'd demonstrate the Rifter to prove it's real, but... if the thing backfires in a populated area it's gonna be bad." The fact that most people claiming to have outlandish abilities also come up with excuses of never showing it didn't help Weaver's case at all.
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*** Kaas city, Dromund kaas ***
"Well, s***. I guess I'm going to stay here for a while."
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
Norokiir rose through the tiers of the droid programs at an alarming rate.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray nodded along with Weaver. “I think it’s some kind of multiversal constant type thing. Like, the UNSC has to exist, either in fiction or reality. Same with the Federation, et cetera.” He sighed, glancing back at the tablet. “I’m glad some things stayed fictional though. But, yeah…Weaver’s device ripped an anomalous structure from my reality and plopped it here.” A thought suddenly struck Ray, and he turned his attention to the spider.
“What happened to the relay? Is it still there?”
-Mercenary Enclave-
The pilot read the signage, struggling through the various texts. Speaking a language came easy to his kind, reading however…
After a good struggle, the pilot made their way to the receptionist.
“Unreal Tournament,” the synthesized voice garbled out. “Please explain. I wish to know more. And possibly join the contest.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis looked to Vulkest with a mix of annoyance and indignation.
Who was this? To come in and demand the rightful prisoners of the Mongdrigan war party?
“Great Leader,” Ickthis said flatly, barely containing his anger. “Has given no order for the quarter of these prisoners. His commandos have their own prisoners, but those,” he motioned to the sizable Jedi group being herded into an open area amid the tents. “They are ours, by virtue of combat. They will be questioned and executed. Such is the Mongdrigan way.” He stood from his medical cot, locking a defiant gaze with Vulkest.
“If they are to be given over to you, stranger. I must here it from Great Leader Malgus or his commanders.”
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
"I see," Vulkest responded to Ickthis. "I will see them, in that case. But for future reference, as a Darth, my level of authority is on par with military commanders among Malgus' Sith hierarchy. Ask him yourself if you don't believe me."
*** Kaas city, Dromund kaas ***
"So it seems," Wrath responded. He got onto the transport and waited for Jennifer.
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
Not only was Norokiir making startling progress, but if he looked around him, he'd realize he had a bit of an audience.
*** Unspecified Moon ***
Kyle put on the glasses, but nonetheless kept moving for the hunting lodge - the target entrance wasn't far. "Ema, can you hack the Tal Shiar's comms? I want to hear what the bastards are saying to each other," Kyle requested.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of History ***
"No, Fortuna was left alone - something on Corneria drew the Sith Covenant there - never did figure out--" Falco responded to Vince.
"Falco! Katt!" came Slippy's voice. Apparently, he pocketed what Krystal had given him and approached them when he heard Vince's voice. When he saw him, he paused. "Falco, who's the young one, and why does he look like you?"
"Slip, this... this is my son," Falco introduced Vince. "Kiddo, that's one of my colleagues on Star Fox, Slippy." Slippy frowned.
"I didn't realize you had a son," Slippy remarked.
"Slippy, have you seen Fox and Fara?" Katt asked.
"Ten to one, they've gone to the restaurant district, no idea which place specifically," Slippy answered. "Fox mentioned wanting to take Fara out for a good dinner."
*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"High General Kyle Indari is your commanding officer, is he not?" Blythe asked. "Or do you operate independently from the typical chain of command?"
*** NCC Galatae, preparing for Parade ***
"You really think I'd miss this, hon?" Vitani said from beside Kylie. She kissed his cheek. "Where you go, I go."
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Skye remarked. She just shrugged. "At least now, you can enjoy everything this 'verse has to offer."
"Just be careful - not everyone will welcome you with open arms," Jacqueline cautioned. The food was brought out shortly after, and each order was carefully handed to the recipient.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Markus didn't acknowledge the AI verbally, but patiently waited for his wife.
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"The Unreal Tournament is hosted by the Liandri Mining Corporation and features gladiatorial combat in varied arenas owned by LMC across the galaxy. One can either bet on a team, which can possibly earn a massive winning, or they can join or even create a team to compete for a guaranteed payout for one of three prize payments. Be advised, however, while competing in the UT, competitors are expected to obey Tournament Rules as well as those of the team they elect to join. If you intend to create a team, you will need at least four individuals, including yourself, to register. Now, would you like to know about the competing teams this year?" the receptionist explained.
*** Qo'nos Martok's Estate, Ketha Lowlands ***
As Alduah and Bahkriid approached the estate, Alduah looked at one of the guards and hitched a thumb over his shoulder to indicate Akarkek and his crew. "The Mandalorian and his crew are with us, also." He then followed the Ferasan into the main hall. Standing nearby was a bulky warrior dressed in Klingon garb - and missing one eye. Martok. Martok looked at the Female Ferasan. "Is the the bunch you said was coming?" he asked.
*** Corneria ***
The Tiger continued his trek toward the military building in Corneria's capital, not seeming to care about anyone that he passed.
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim ***
"You gonna just stand there, or tell me what's going on in orbit?" Ahkrin asked.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I can disprove that with personal experience," Weaver said in response to Ray's mention of a multiversal constant. "A lot of different dimensions mention nothing about this dimension or yours in any kind of fiction or speculation. That said... similar dimensions tend to be... uh... adjacent to one another for a lack of a better word. I have a friend who can explain it better, but he's not with me at the moment.
"The relay should have disappeared when the rift closed... I think... but then again, you didn't vanish either, so I guess it's possible, but there's no way I'm heading back and getting trapped there again. We survived due to sheer luck and outside forces. I'm lucky, but not lucky enough to get bailed out twice. I guess a long-distance scan might be safe though..."
Weaver graciously accepted the food, giving a smile and a quick word of thanks. He wasn't sure if Skye or Jacqueline believed him and Ray, or were just nodding along to be polite but not really buying any of it.
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*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Formly yes, but informally I operate mostly on my own as far as manufacturing weapons go ,but If I were to go on the field, I would be under his command." Tigress explained.
*** NCC Galatae, preparing for Parade ***
"Stuff happens, I was just making sure your still here." Kylie said tuning his microphone... "Do you need to warm up?" he asked.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Krystal came hurriedly along "Sorry I had to do something, before we head out on our second honeymoon... weren't we invited to something?" She asked.
*** Qo'nos Martok's Estate, Ketha Lowlands ***
"Last i recall, General you told me that." Kreya, the Ferasan replied.
Not often we get visitors to the lowlands.." said another Ferasan.
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim ***
"Dragons and someone calling themselves the Sith covenant.."
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray shook his head. “I’d leave it alone. I know if the anomalous properties are still in effect. Might spread if you go poking it.” He took his food with a gracious nod, before adding. “Or do. My grasp on this universe is tenuous at best.” Tucking into the meal before him, he found the taste enjoyable, different as it was from Sapiens meat.
-Elsewhere-
The pilot grumbled. “Are there any teams looking for another member?”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis sneered. This stranger made pretty grandiose claims.
“I will permit you to see them,” he finally said through clenched teeth. “And I will escort you. You can see how effective Mongdrigans are at information extraction.” He motioned towards the prisoner gathering. Vulkest, if he was astute, would see there were already less Jedi than before.
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*** Kaas City, Dromund Kaas ***
Jennifer hesitantly stepped onto the transport and asked "Are these safe?"
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
After beating yet another difficulty, Norokiir decided to take a break and when he turned around he was shocked to find an audience was watching him. "Uh, can I help you all?"
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*** Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
Vulkest did, indeed, notice there were less Jedi in the group the Mongdrigans had. He singled out one in particular - a Jedi Knight. He looked to Ickthiss. "I'd pay attention to that one - he feels of one who knows something of value; I'll ask my question to him, but leave his fate to you."
*** Kaas City, Dromund Kaas ***
"Absolutely," Wrath affirmed. "But we shouldn't keep Lord Malgus waiting."
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
Norokiir's audience seemed dumbstruck at how fast he'd progressed through the tiers of droid training. "Are you... sure you had no prior training? You seem like you'd done this kind of thing before," Lanius asked.
"He still can't beat me," Predicus scoffed.
*** Unspecified Moon ***
Kyle was gathering a lot of tactical data from the Tal Shiar's comms. They hadn't found the device yet - good. In fact, they didn't even know what it was supposed to look like, which gave him and Zack the advantage. He spotted the proverbial backdoor to the lodge - nestled at the base of the cliff the lodge sat on - and motioned for Zack to stack up behind him. "We got Romulans on the other side of the door - we hit them fast enough, they won't have time to radio our presence. Ready?"
*** Martok's Estate, Ketha Lowlands, Qo'nos ***
"So I did," Martok said with a grin. "I must admit, I'm surprised a Sith showed up at all for this matter, let alone with a crew like this."
"We were investigating another matter when that Starfleet spook alerted us about my wayward apprentice," Alduah responded.
"Apprentice?" Martok repeated. "Lord Furion is your apprentice?"
"Was my apprentice," Alduah clarified, "I had thought him dead long ago. It was Franklin Drake that alerted us he's still kicking and working with the Tal Shiar."
"Franklin Drake is a great asset to my house, mister..." Martok left room for Alduah to introduce himself.
"Alduah - Darth Alduah. The Pandaren is my current apprentice, Darth Bahkriid; the human Jedi, Jaden Korr; the Mandalorian is Akarkek, and he came here with his crew. Still trying to clearly remember the names of the two tiger Jedi," Alduah explained.
*** NCC Galatae, preparing for Parade ***
"Nope," Vitani responded to her husband, "I'm good."
*** Dragon'taan Museum of History ***
"Hnh. Regardless, we can call Fox, but we should do that outside, so we don't disturb the other patrons here," Slippy suggested. They all would venture outside, where Slippy would hail Fox - but he got no answer. "Strange... Fox usually answers."
"Any chance Foxie turned off his communicator?" Falco suggested.
"It's possible," Slippy admitted. "But if we hit the district, we might catch Fox and Fara before or just as they leave whatever restauraut they're in. All I know is it was supposedly the most well-known restaurant on Dragon'taan."
"Sol's," Katt surmised. "We were just there. Fox and Fara don't come here often on account of wanting to distance themselves from Krystal."
"Well, that's not the case anymore; Fox and Krystal reconciled as friends; in any event, let's go," Falco said, heading for the nearest taxi station.
*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Blythe said. "You must have a lot of clout, then. So... how are other men so intimidated by you?"
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Just a moment..." the lady said, typing on her computer. After a few moments, she responded, "There's one - a local mercenary group. One of their members had to leave unexpectedly - the Fyurians. They put in a request for additional personnel, but haven't gotten an answer; you could try them, they're in the office down the hall." She pointed to an adjacent hall to her right.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah, your AI informed me of that," Markus responded. "Wasn't Kyle supposed to be here for it, too? I tried hailing him, but Izzy told me he's not currently on Dragfon'taan."
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"If the planet was that much of a deathtrap, I'd highly advise against going there again," Skye suggested.
"Yeah, and that reminds me, I'm curious - what exactly happened there?" Jacqueline asked. "You didn't go into exact details."
*** Corneria ***
When the tiger arrived at the military enclave, he approached the receptionist. "I have an appointment with General Peppy," he said.
"May I have your name, sir?" the feline asked.
"Argus Tor," the tiger responded. The receptionist checked his name, and smiled. "The General is waiting for you, mister Tor - just down the hallway nearby."
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim ***
"Sith Covenant?" Ahkrin asked, "Here?" She had heard the rumors, but she had no idea they were in the area. "What are they doing here? Nirn shouldn't have anything of interest to them."
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*** Martok's Estate, Ketha Lowlands, Qo'nos ***
The ferasans stood back as Martok walked away though Kreya turned to Jaden "So what's one of Luke's most famous Jedi doing all the way on Q'onos?" She asked..
*** NCC Galatae, preparing for Parade ***
"Alright then we'll start when everyone gets here, I hope they're coming this should be a special occasion not many people have said they've been on my ship while i'm playing in the band, Tigress should be along soon."
*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Not many have seen a 7ft tiger women without giving her a wide berth," Tigress chuckled "Anyway i'm due for a band in a few here would you like to come?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"He's... busy." Krystal said concentrating "He'll be here besides he's got a day or two before my brother's band plays." Krystal replied
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim ***
"You can always go and ask them, as I have no idea." Keri replied
The lykaios (Wolf) Just shrugged.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"OOooo right. Context. I forget about that sometimes," Weaver said scratching his head. "Well, I'm sure Ray has his own spin on the story, but here's mine. I was on a cargo ship as part of a contract. Pretty sure that contract is null and void now as I'd imagine a near death experience is enough for anyone to quit. Uh, anyway, for some reason we took a detour to some backwater planet. Maybe there was a distress signal, or the captain had secret orders, or... maybe something else. Regardless of the reasons, the planet uh, had something down there that shoots ships down. The ship was completely wrecked, and somehow I survived the crash. Can't say the same for the rest of my crew..."
Weaver paused, "I guess I didn't know any of them really well. Er, and something got onboard the ship too after it crashed, or maybe it got on the ship before it did. I don't know, but it started hunting me and some scavenger who came to investigate. I still don't understand why she decided to detonate what seemed to be 'mini' nuke in order to kill it, as it almost killed us in the process. We barely had time to escape, and that's because we got some vehicles, which we didn't have when she detonated the bomb, which means we would have definitely died otherwise. I'm still pissed about that.
Uh, I guess I should hurry up with this story. I tried using a device to pull an SOS beacon from a pocket dimension. Instead it backfired and pulled Ray in. Normally he should have vanished when the rift closed, but he didn't. Then some UNSC, I think that's what they're called, came and rescued us anyway. Well, after we disabled some kind of inhibitor that prevented teleportation, which was horrifically infested with Flood. I uh... didn't help much. I'm not a fighter."
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray swallowed a bite, clearing his throat with a deep drink. Wiping his mouth, the agent spoke.
“I had been selected for an excursion. Found a potential skip that needed poked. With my short tenure with the Molerats, I was the perfect candidate for exploring non-Euclidean structures. A potential skip; an old human radio relay. Locals reported lots of disappearances and strange noises. Good indicators of nonsensical buildings. So, I got all kitted up; CBRN suit, GPS tracking, bio-sensors, whole nine-yards. Crawled my way in through a hole in the building. Part of the rumors was some sort of “door demon” lived in the building. Definitely heard knocking and someone asking to be “let in”. I got a bit turned around and was making headway to get back after a short exploration. Once the radio went dead, I figured something was off. That was when Weaver pulled the relay into this universe. Then , as Weaver said. Spartans, Flood. Oh! And a Sith was with us.” The agent looked to Weaver.
“Did you catch his name? I either didn’t or forgot it.”
-Elsewhere-
The pilot nodded, and made his way to the indicated office. Upon reaching the door, the hesitated a moment before knocking.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis nodded stiffly. “I suppose you may question him. Though his fate is sealed. You’d do well to remember this.”
He then motioned toward the prisoner, crossing his arms indignantly.
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*** Kaas City, Dromund Kaas ***
"If you say so." Jennifer seemed very nervous.
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
"Not training per se. More like self-teaching myself how to defend myself from entitled a##hats like him." Norokiir said while pointing at Predicus.
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*** Dragon'taan Capital Airport, Main Terminal ***
"Welcome to Dragon'taan!" The flight stewardess says, almost robotically, to the passengers as they exited the aircraft. A duo broke off from the crowd of tourists, sticking out like sore thumbs. Sitting down, they both took in their first full breaths of fresh air since setting off from New Reach.
"Y'know, if I was told before taking this vacation that I'd be canned up with a hundred civvies for over 8 hours, I'd have just asked to be reassigned." Blaine bluntly said, grumbling at the holographic sign reading No Smoking. He adjusted his black hoodie, making sure his Magnum was still in place in its holster. The bear took his beanie off, placing it in his jacket pocket before ruffling his hand through his much longer hair.
"Most definitely, ONI couldn't pay me enough to do that forever." Kozik replied, rubbing his fingers on his temples in frustration. 8+ hours of Midwestern Earth people chattering could build quite the headache. They both took a dose of ibuprofen that Kozik pulled from his backpack and departed for the exit of the terminal.
"At least we're here. So do you have any idea about this festival?" Blaine asked, lighting a cigarette as they stood outside on the sidewalk. He had never been planetside on Dragon'taan, hardly ever leaving the Sol System for anything besides 'work'.
"Just what I read on that holo-flyer." Kozik replied. "But like I told you before, I hardly read it. Just thought it would be something fun to do before we got reassigned to Corneria." He continued, following the bear as they walked to their booked hotel.
Blaine's neural interface gave him a quick route to the building, but it would still be a decent ruck. "Eh, it's fine. Always liked a mystery." He said sarcastically, Kozik scoffing as a reply.
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*** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
As Blaine and Kozik headed out, they were approached by a protocol droid. "Greetings! Welcome to Dragon'taan, sentients! You picked a good time to stop by, the Marauder Festival just kicked off today! For the duration of the festival, all taxi fares to different districts are free! Would you like me to explain anything to you about this world or the festival?"
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Fighter or not, you're lucky," Skye told Weaver, "Not many can say they survived the Flood."
"Flood are well known for killing or consuming anything they come into contact with. The Covenant are so terrified of them that they glass entire worlds just to make sure the Flood don't spread," Jacqueline said. She looked to Ray. "This Sith... was he a Fox?"
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Enter," Said two voices at the same time - one male, one female.
"That better be Johnny's replacement," commented the female voice.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of History ***
"Fox McCloud is my team commander," Falco told Vince. "Fara is his lover."
"Kinda a whirlwind romance between the two of them, but given how they knew each other before... can't say I'm surprised. After Krystal left..."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"So what's next for us, then?" Markus asked.
*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Of course," Blythe said. "What kind of concert, though? Music?"
*** Unspecified Moon ***
Targets just inside. Stun them, and we breach and take them out before they can raise the alarm, Kyle thought.
*** Kaas City, Dromund Kaas ***
Wrath waited patiently for Jennifer to get in before he headed off to the Citadel. The ride would be short, and before long, they'd be walking into the Sith Sanctum, heading for the upper chambers.
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas ***
"Bold words for a newbie," Predicus sneered. "You couldn't possibly have gone through all that without cheating!"
"So says the acolyte who was caught cheating twice before," another acolyte scoffed, eliciting laughs from the other acolytes.
"Those charges remain unproven!" Predicus snapped, "And I'll cut down any who say otherwise!"
"Can it, Predicus," Bellacus growled. "Overseer Harkun approaches." A quick look to the nearby doorway would prove Bellacus right - Harkun was walking in their direction.
Harkun pointed at Norokiir. "You there, acolyte - come with me. You've been summoned." Harkun's expression was unreadable, and his tone implied seriousness.
*** Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
Vulkest approached the Jedi, looking him over. His form was strong, but Vulkest could sense his will was weaker than his body. "What were you looking for in that ruin, Jedi?" he asked him. In response, the Jedi spat on Vulkest. He just scoffed. "Have it your way," he sighed. He reached out with the Force. Invading this Jedi's mind was not difficult, but extracting the information he sought was. He did, however, get a glimpse of a holocron - a Jedi holocron, specifically. He seemed particularly unwilling to give any more than that. But it was all he needed. The Jedi was unharmed, although he seemed like he was triumphant he resisted the Sith. Vulkest returned to Ickthis. "He's all yours," he told him. "As for your interrogations... I'd suggest focusing on a holocron they seemed to be seeking here. A Jedi holocron, of all things. I will interrogate my own prisoners, see what else I can come up with. We can compare notes before reporting them to Lord Malgus."
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim ***
"So where does that leave me?" Ahkrin asked.
*** Corneria ***
Argus kept walking down the corridors of Corneria Fleet Command, looking for General Peppy's office...
*** Hathos-class Warbird Wolfpack, Deep Space ***
"Captain's Log, supplemental: I have completed my patrol of the outlying Dragon'taan colonies, with few incidents. Ship and crew have performed optimally. Mother and father would be proud... yet I find this thought and empty one. It's more than a desire for action; it's a desire for something this crew cannot provide - companionship. As the sole biological son of my parents, it falls to me to continue the family bloodline, yet no woman I have met can handle me. My work on this ship is all I have to keep from going into nihilistic despair, but I long for someone... close to me. Regardless, I am heading home at high warp to partake in the festival. Maybe that will alleviate my mood... or seeing mom and dad again."
John sighed as he deactivated the log. One would think that being a Worgen Dragon-shifter would afford him his pick of mates, but he was constantly being left alone. It was all he could do to focus on his work to divert his mind from his loneliness. But how long would that last? Sitting back in his chair in his ready room, he wondered if he ever would meet the right woman... Still, he knew he was doing good work, and that his parents would be proud, despite the fact he was still single.
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*** Dragon'taan Capital Airport, Main Terminal ***
A white dog would notice the two taking ibuprofen and walked towards them " I thought that medication was obsolete by now." The female white dog said. "WHat did you need to know about the festival? Have you ever been to Corneria?" She asked kinda getting ahead of herself, ignoring the droid.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"At present or after the concert?" Both Serena and Krystal asked.
*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"There's another kind?" Tigress asked as she began to head out the door.
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim ***
"stuck here unless we can find a way to get past the fleet." The two responded.
*** Corneria ***
A yellow and white tall fox with purple markings near her knees would walk over to Argus "You lost?" She asked a lucario female walking up to the fox "Riku? find a new friend?" THe lucario, Cobalt asked looking around for someone else.
*** Uncharted planet, Deep space, Cerinian Righteous class Destroyer, Borealis ***
A dark blue with light blue colored vixen stepped to to the command console on the bridge "Argo what's the status of the Cargo?" She would ask, an orange hologram of a dragon appearing on top of the console.
"The freighter is docked and the droids are unloading the cargo as we speak, but i'm picking up some odd readings."
"What Kind?" The vixen responded
"slipspace signatures about 100 meters off our Starboard side. I'm also picking up an odd signature in engineering." "What odd signature?"
"I dunno I've sent droids to investigate." As soon as Argo finished his reply two small covenant ships came out of slipspace near the Borealis, a SDV heavy corvette and a ADP escort, began to move towards the Destroyer, Reacting quickly Alex, the vixen began to prepare the ship for combat. " All Hands red Alert, Argo fire all guns at that escort we should be able to take out both ships with ease but let's take out the smaller ship first.'
The Borealis began firing it's beam cannons at the smaller escort ship firing a couple of rail guns slugs at it piercing it's shields and hull, leaving the ship dead in space as the slugs pierced though the remaining shields and piercing it's hull right through the Plasma-Fusion Reactors, the Destroyed turned to fire guns at the Corvette when something happened in the Engineering section of the Borealis only managing to get one beam cannon shot off and a half charged rail gun slug which only managed to dent the corvette, the Borealis now sat drifting in space all systems down except life support and some other minor systems but it's engines, Subspace drive and Weapons were offline and power was draining fast "Get a SoS out before comms loses power and prepare for boarding parties!" Alex told Argo suiting up for an attack.
Outside the Heavy Corvette sat waiting launching phantoms full of boarding parties for some reason it seemed they wanted the destroyer intact.
"What happened why are we losing power?" Alex asked "I dunno maybe somebody planted an Ion charge in Engineering." Argo replied sending out a SOS on many frequencies.
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*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Jennifer ***
Jennifer manages to keep up with Wrath and looks around nervously.
***Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Norokiir ***
Norokiir swore in his head before obediently following Overseer Harkun.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh right, there was a Sith there. I think his name was Alduah? He took the route of pragmatism and only stayed with us long enough to escape," Weaver recalled. "He was a fox. I think. I was a bit more worried about dying than remembering who everyone was. Uh... is he well known? This is the second time we've been asked about him."
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*Dragon’taan*
“Yeah, a fox,” Ray nodded. “He disappeared shortly after we were rescued.” He shook his head slowly. “Gonna bite us in the rear, I can feel it.” Setting his utensils down on an empty plate, Ray leaned back in his chair, eyeing Jacqueline and Skye.
“We weren’t friends, if you’re wondering. I would’ve greased that monster, if I wasn’t coerced otherwise.”
-Elsewhere-
The pilot opened the door slowly; his six-fingered metal claw squealing quietly against the metal door.
“I was told,” their synthesized voice rasped. “You were looking for a new teammate?”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis nodded. “We’ll be sure to get everything.” He strode forward and hauled the Jedi upright, gripping tight around the back of his neck.
“Get me a cell. This one knows more than he lets on.”
A few Mongdrigans saluted, and set about clearing one of the interrogation rooms. Ickthis and his prey would arrive just as the last occupant was rolled out on a stretcher, stone dead. Ickthis threw the Jedi into the cell, pulling the door closed. Ickthis sighed, and took a slow trip to his tent, dropping onto his cot with a grunt. He’d need his strength to extricate whatever info Great Leader Malgus required.
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*** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
Blaine and Kozik eyed the white dog suspiciously, both wondering how long she'd been listening in to their conversation. Kozik decided to approach her while Blaine dealt with the information droid.
"Uh, yeah, let me know about both the planet and the festival. First time for both." Blaine asked the droid, simultaneously scanning through files in his neural interface.
"How do you know we were talking about Corneria?" Kozik asked the dog, keeping constant eye contact for flags of any kind. Their purpose seemed secret to them, at least from what their ONI handler had told them.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I wouldn't say well-known - the man likes to fly under the radar as much as he can," Jacqueline responded to Weaver. Looking to Ray, she added, "And he won't come back to bite you - I've dealt with the man before. Bumped into him at a starship graveyard once, helped him repair his ship. Him and his apprentice. From what I can understand, he was actively working against the Sith Covenant."
"Sith Covenant are the worse kind of Sith," Skye added. "So if even a Sith like Alduah is against them, that says something." She downed a bite of her meal. "That said, while Alduah is a Sith, he is not against working with different agencies. He's worked with Romulan Intelligence in the past."
*** Dragon'taan Museum of History ***
"They did," Falco affirmed. "In fact, that's what Fara played into after Krystal left. She reminded Fox of everything they'd been through before that op on Katina." The lot would eventually come to a taxi station, and get a trip to the Restaurant district.
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"That's right," the apparent leader responded. "Who might you be?"
*** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
"Certainly!" the protocol droid responded, "Dragon'taan is the current capital of the Dragon'taan Coalition and it's military arm, the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps. This world is where the dragon-shifters stood against the Necromyan Collective during the Marauder War, as well as the many conflicts since then. Draco City is the capital city of this world, and is home to millions of individuals, dragon-shifter and otherwise. The Marauder Festival is a week-long festival held to honor the DMC's victories, as well as the sacrifices made by the armed forces in defense of this world. For the duration of the festival, all taxi station fares to different districts are free, and all services are offered at a vastly discounted rate."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"At present, sweetheart," Markus told her. "We're going on our honeymoon after the concert, remember?"
*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Had to be certain," Blythe remarked as he followed Tigress.
*** Unspecified Moon ***
Kyle was able to shoot dead the Romulan before he could sound the alarm. When the room was secured, Kyle checked the map. "We still got a ways to go; keep close... god, I hope K'Tath is somewhere easy to find..."
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Jennifer ***
"Some reason you're so nervous?" Wrath asked as they walked down one particular corridor.
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Norokiir ***
"Not to worry, acolyte - had to put on a front for the other students, especially Predicus," Harkun told Norokiir. "Didn't want him thinking you were getting preferential treatment - but the rate at which you went through the training similations, as well as your evident tenacity, has impressed someone, and they've asked to speak to you."
*** Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
While Ichthis went about extracting information from his prisoner, Darth Vulkest was busy extracting information from his own. He was able to gather that the Jedi here were indeed after a Jedi Holocron, though none could say why or how this particular holocron was on Dromund Kaas. He also got part of a name - Bellator. But no more beyond that. As true to his word, Vulkest would wait for Ickthis and compare intel with him and whatever he managed to extract from his prisoner before reporting all this to Darth Malgus.
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim ***
"Would a cloaking device do the trick?" Ahkrin asked.
*** Corneria ***
Argus' hand immediately went to his disruptor. "Not lost - I have an appointment," he told Riku.
"Cobalt?" K'Tath's voice would say, causing Argus to jump and draw his weapons. K'Tath was unfazed. "I see we found someone a bit jumpy. Holster the weapons, friend - if we meant to harm you, you'd know." Argus frowned, then holstered his weapons.
"You're Kyle Indari's cousin, aren't you?" he asked.
"Yes - the other Lucario is my mate, Cobalt, and her friend, Riku," K'Tath said. He looked to the two women. "Don't tell me you stopped this man for no reason?"
*** Hathos-class Warbird Wolfpack, Deep Space ***
John's thoughts were interrupted when he got a beep on the comms. "Captain, we are picking up a distress beacon - registry paints this ship as the NCC Borealis. She says she's under attack by rogue Covenant forces."
John felt something inside - this was something that he needed to do, though he knew not why. He got up and straightened his uniform. "Red alert! All hands to battlestations - Helm, plot an intercept course!"
It took moments for the Wolfpack to arrive - and he immediately saw the issue. Two covenant vessels were attacking a Cerinian Righteous-class Destroyer. he recognized the ship as the Borealis, belonging to someone in Krystal's family, if memory served. John wasted no time in engaging the SDV Corvette - the ADP Escort was dead in space - and they evidently weren't expecting a Hathos-class Warbird to show up so suddenly. The Wolfpack just hammered it with disruptors and torpedoes, and when it tried to escape, the warbird fired an experimental railgun shot that blew it apart. "Comms, get a line to the Borealis - we stand ready to assist if they need it."
"Sir, there's no response," the comms officer told John.
"Science, status of the Borealis?" John queried.
"Scanning..." responded the science officer.
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*** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
"You mentioned Corneria, I'm from there, moved here a couple of years ago after a friend offered me a job." The White cocker spaniel replied "I'm Fay by the way... Did you need any further help?" She asked.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Seems you know what the plans are after the concert we're heading to Naboo." Krystal replied simply.
*** Tigress' Residence, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Your a strange one.." Tigress shrugged waving for Blythe to follow. "I'm the drummer and they've probably started warmup without me by now."
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim ***
Though familar with the technology as long as it's better than the starndard Covenant Active camo it should work." Kala replied.
*** Corneria ***
"I was going to help this gentlmen to his appointment, people can get lost in this building..." Cobalt noted
Riku remained silent what she had to say was meant for Cobalt and K'tath to hear anyway.
*** Righteous-class Destroyer Borealis, Deep Space ***
There would be no responce to the hail, the ships comms were out of power by now.
"Ma'am Comms are down and out of power, Life support is the only remaining intact system all other systems are rapidly losing power." "Damn." Alex grumbled as a silver vixen in armor ran up to Alex in the hallway "I guess they're not here yet?" the Silver vixen asked "Probably be here soon on their way to the artifact." "Dammit ,Nari why didn't you...." Alex was Cut off by the other vixen "How Was I to know the Sith Covenant wanted this one?" She asked drawling her BR-86 Rifle and loading it with a power cell, as she prepared for boarding parties behind the set up barricades.... "Fine I get the point" ALex grumbled preparing her own weapon as well as about 6 b1 battle droid marines. "Commander, what's the status of the droideka's?" The blue vixen asked "Their coming online now." replied a battledroid "Hopefully they got enough charge before the power failed. "Their charge stations are plugged into emergency power, ma'am that's still online." "For the moment" Alex growled interupting the droid.
Meanwhile in one of the hangers of the destroyer boarding parties exited the boarding craft Unngoy up front and Sangheili in back, along with one Sith Sangheili acolyte, in a black and red Combat harness, of custom design.
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*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Jennifer ***
Jennifer's expression darkened and she said "This place... it's so oppressive, and I swear I can feel it penetrating my mind...." She was visibly shaking.
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Norokiir ***
Norokiir relaxed at hearing that, "It's not like Predicus can do anything if I am getting preferential treatment."
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** Draco City Airport, Dragon'taan **
Blaine thanked the droid, turning back to Kozik and Fay.
"Well, we're here on a temporary vacation until our....client has us go planetside on Corneria." Kozik replied to Fay, making sure to keep their intentions clouded.
"So since you're from there and we could use a locals' take on the planet, want to talk over it with coffee?" Blaine added, throwing a thumb behind to indicate all the awaiting taxis.
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*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis hauled a large container into the Jedi’s cell, making sure the guards outside shot them in. He turned, glaring at the prisoner, as he opened the crate.
“So, Jedi,” Ickthis growled, venom dripping from each word. “Name, rank, number.” As he spoke, without looking at the Jedi, the Mongdrigan dug into the crate, pulling out a few strange devices and replacing them.
“Niall, Jedi,” the prisoner hissed back. “That’s all you’ll get from me.”
Ickthis chuckled. “Not quite. Never been in Mongdrigan captivity? I’d think not.” Standing with a groan, he flexed his fingers before pulling on gloves.
“You’re not leaving alive.”
Niall blinked, incredulous. “Then why would I tell you anything?”
Suddenly, Ickthis slammed a device on the table; it looked like a small tower topped with green. It hummed, quietly at first, growing gradually louder.
“Because your friends outside might just go to Great Leader Malgus. He is more…forgiving than I.” As the device bathed the cell in a sickly green glow, Niall would feel strange. Like a part of him was losing consciousness.
“What is…?”
Ickthis motioned at the small tower. “A way for us to be…alone. Truly alone. No radio, no telepathy.” The Mongdrigan locked eyes with the Jedi, smiling wickedly. “And no Force.”
Niall glowered. “You’re bluffing. The Force is in everything.” But even to the Jedi, his words began to ring hollow.
“Tiberium,” Ickthis said, stepping away. “Is a funny thing. It gave my people purpose. Fulfilled a…biological calling for us. Fueled our wars, our production. Our power. But to your kind; those of your faith? It is void. An emptiness unable to be filled. Consumes the Force, cuts it away.”
Niall tried to reach out to his allies, to warn them of this device, but he couldn’t feel them with the Force. Nothing reached back, not even the room he was in. Panic slowly poisoned his stoic visage.
“You’re beginning to realize,” Ickthis continued. “You’re beginning to see just how alone you are. Your Master. He too felt this, at the end of my blade. His Force was eaten, consumed. Destroyed. To the Force, he no longer exists. There is no afterlife. Now, Niall.”
Ickthis sat across from the Jedi, a pad of paper in paw.
“You tell me what I want to know, and you get your afterlife. To rejoin the Force. If you choose not to, I’ll have all your friends executed by tiberium exposure. They’ll all be removed from the Force, doomed to have their essence destroyed.” Ickthis reached out and pressed a button on the little tower. The tiberium crystal dimmed, and Niall felt the Force reconnect. Ickthis picked up a pen, and grinned wickedly.
“So, from the beginning.”
*Dragon’taan*
Ray leaned back in his seat after wiping his mouth. “So wait, there’s different Sith factions? And, to that end, is the Galactic Empire still eh…the Empire? Did that even happen here? The whole “Palpatine’s evil” debacle, or..?” He checked the clock, part of him wondering when his shift was over (a habit, really), then turned to Weaver. “Were we supposed to be doing something?”
-Mercenary Enclave-
The pilot blinked. They’re never been given a name. Hadn’t brought enough scrap or credits to buy one.
“I uh…hm. My kind have to earn a name. Oh-Four works; it’s the cluster I was born in. But, I am a bounty hunter and salvager, looking for a way to pay off repairs for my ship, and damages to the landing pad.”
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(Sorry for the late post! For some reason I thought I already made one.)
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Not really," Weaver said to Ray, "or, well, I think you wanted to meet up with the Foundation you... er... this reality's version of your Foundation. I'm going to hazard a guess and say that asking around for a clandestine organization is a good way to be abducted though. Other than that there's nothing really on the docket. Just sit around and relax with the festival and all."
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*** Unspecified Moon ***
"Let's keep moving," Kyle told Zack. "The device is in the lodge itself, in a secure vault hidden from view. We need to get there before the Tal Shiar figure out where it is." Kyle then would lead Zack upwards into the lodge, where there were surprisingly few Romulans. But they were present - curiously, they seemed... unaware of the presence of intruders in the lodge. Kyle was able to determine they had located the crashed shuttle - but several Romulans were now dead in the lodge. Why hasn't some sort of alarm been raised? "Ema, are you jamming the Romulans' transmissions in the lodge?" he asked.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You're the one that suggested it," Markus told Krystal as he got in their vehicle.
*** Taxi Station, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"That we did, kiddo... that we did," Falco affirmed as he got a taxi for all of them to head for the Restaurant District.
*** Sol's Bar & Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
A Fox and a Fennec sat at a booth inside a very busy bar and grille. There were cheers, chatting, and the two were enjoying some soda waiting for their food. "I have to admit, I didn't think Krystal would go that easy on you, Fox," the Fennec remarked.
"Honestly, I was worried about that, myself," the Fox responded. "But keep in mind, Fara, Krystal isn't one to hold grudges. Not forever, anyway."
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh, the Empire existed. So did Palpatine," Jacqueline told Ray. "Both were dealt with. What was left of both the Empire and the Rebellion after Endor merged into what's now known as the United Imperial Alliance. I don't know all the details of that, but you might ask the good Lord-Admiral - he provided assistance to help establish the Imperial Alliance into what it is today."
"Lord-Admiral Tokarev did more than help form the Imperial Alliance - he had a direct hand in Endor turning out like it did," Skye responded. "Without him, the parts of the Empire that merged with the Rebellion - especially the faction led by Admiral Thrawn - wouldn't have survived."
"Wait, wasn't Admiral Thrawn supposed to be here at the festival?" Jacqueline asked. Skye shrugged.
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Can't fault you for that," the ringleader admitted. "We're all looking to get paid here. Do you have any other crew that can aid us, or is it just you?"
*** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
Some distance away from Blaine, a blue-skinned humanoid with glowing red eyes approached. He was dressed in a resplendent uniform, and had the look of a Fleet Admiral, though Blaine may not recognize this outfit right away. He walked with the confidence and assurance of a man completely calm and in control. Various military personnel nearby would stand at attention and salute when he passed them by.
*** Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
Darth Vulkest waited for Ickthis to complete his interrogation of the Jedi in his custody, wondering what information he'd manage to extract. What he got was solid, but he wanted to compare notes with Ickthis before reporting to Darth Malgus.
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Jennifer ***
"Easy," Wrath cautioned her, trying to use the Force to shield Jennifer's mind from the effects this sanctum had on many non force users. "The Sanctum of the Sith is still under reconstruction; much of the latent Dark Force energies here are... not as well controlled as they were before."
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Norokiir ***
"No, it's not; being Sith is almost never about being fair," Harkun told Norokiir. They would march to a Turbolift, ascend it, and come to Darth Malgus' office. Inside, Malgus was working on a subspace transmission. The word "Nari" was vaguely visible before the message was sent. Malgus sighed after sending the message. He subtly shuddered, and turned to face Harkun and Norokiir.
"Not even a day here, and you're already turning out to be impressive, acolyte," he told Norokiir. "I have to admit, I hadn't expected you to advance like this. But one task will tell me if you would be a good candidate for my Apprentice." Malgus sat down. "Did Harkun mention how students here duel each other?"
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim ***
"Hmm... if the ship I'm going to has a good cloaking device, we can use that to bypass the Sith Covenant," Ahkrin responded.
*** Corneria ***
"Well, please excuse me, I don't want to be late..." Argus said. He took a long look at Riku, then walked some distance away before he stopped. Riku... her eyes reminded him a lot of someone he once knew. He looked down at the diamond ring on his right hand. If this is the angel you chose to guide me, honey... tell me, he thought, before walking toward General Peppy's office. His meeting went as well as he'd expected, and he walked out some hours later and headed down the halls, intent on getting back to his ship.
*** Hathos-class Warbird Wolfpack, NCC Borealis vicinity ***
John was convinced - the people on the Borealis needed his aid. So he grabbed his gear and beamed over there, and methodically made his way through any Sith Covenant in his path. he beamed over not far from the bridge, and when he got there, he was cautious. "This is Commander John Reznov of the Warbird Wolfpack - I came to render assistance. I detected multiple Sith and Covenant boarding parties on board - do you need additional marines?"
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*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Jennifer ***
Jennifer quickly remembered her psychic defense training that was mandatory for all new members of the Stargate program and pushed back against the dark energies invading her mind and pushed them out with enough force for anyone near her to feel.
*** Sith sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Norokiir ***
Norokiir perked up at the mention of duels, "He did, are you planning on having me duel one of the other students?"
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
It'd be kinda rude to not Kylie setup a private room for the whole indari family and ours." Krystal explained "More as a thanks but still." the blue vixen continued.
*** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
"I think that's Grand admiral thrawn right there."
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim **
"Sounds like a plan." Kala replied
*** Corneria ***
Riku would break off from K'tath and Cobalt to follow Argus and find him in a hallway alone and quiet a distance from anyone else "Could you explain to me the dual wedding rings?" She asked "Did you lose someone or is there something else?" The large yellow Vixen asked.
*** Hathos-class Warbird Wolfpack, NCC Borealis vicinity ***
John would only find some blue colored b1 droids manning their stations on the bridge one with yellow accents would turn to face John "Our marines are pushing the Sith covenant back but they could use an extra hand to expedite the expulsion of the invaders you might want to meet with Captain Starfurr near Cargo bay one, we could also use some engineering help an Ion charge set off there disabled most of our systems and i have a team breaking into the locked doors now." The droid would explain giving John a small chip with the information he would need
---Meanwhile near cargo bay one on the Borealis---
"I don't think they'll be expecting our kinda firepower." The blue vixen, Alex Starfurr said as she shut the lid on her Elemental armor (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/a6/7e/81/a67e81dc6f7f4f4648bd73ff760f2e8f.jpg). Nari also in her own set put the middle finger of the claw on the open button of the cargo bay door as the two started the attack in the bay leading a squadron of B1 marines..
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** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan **
Blaine and Kozik made a similar face of confusion, before both turning to see the Admiral. The bear stepped forward, being the senior of the two in rank.
"I didn't know I'd be meeting an admiral on this trip or I'd have had worn my formal uniform, sir." Blaine said, not knowing much about Thrawn but showing them the same respect as he would an admiral from the UNSC.
Kozik stood back and stayed quiet, preferring to let Blaine do any talking needed when it came to higher command.
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*Dromund Kaas*
An hour passed without any noticeable activity from Ickthis and his prison. Then two hours passed. Then three. At the fourth hour, as the sun dipped low behind the trees, Ickthis stepped from the cell, a grim smile on his face. He’d gotten all he needed from the Jedi Niall. He peeked back into the cell, eyeing the his captive. “Thank you, Jedi.”
With a quick motion, Ickthis drew his sidearm and fired, sneering cruelly at his now-victim. Ickthis turned, holstering his weapon and drew the attention of one of the guards.
“Clean that cell, and have the rest of the prisoners executed. We have what we need.” He gently shook the notepad, several pages filled with information, some circles and underlined. “And get me a transport. I must share my findings with Great Leader.”
*Dragon’taan*
Ray shrugged. “Well, the Foundation really aren’t going anywhere. I’ll take this as an impromptu vacation. Though I suppose it’s pretty permanent, hey? So, ah…who runs the show for this neo-Empire?”
-Elsewhere-
Oh-Four shook their head. “No. It’s tradition to go solo. The fact this suit gets autonomous inputs is almost enough for me to toss it. But, can’t really do my work without it.”
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Ask the Lord-Admiral? I imagine he has more important things to do than answer some questions," Weaver said. "I'm sure some historian wrote down what happened."
"I mean, permanent until the money you were given runs out," Weaver said. "Then uh, you'd need to find a new job. Speaking of which, I need to find a new job too."
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You'd be surprised how friendly Lord-Admiral Tokarev is, despite what his rank would imply," Sky told Weaver. "I've met him before, him and his wife."
"Yeah, Markus is actually quite friendly - I've worked with him and his forces before," Jacqueline added.
*** En Route to Restaurant District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"No, but they've been tossing around the idea," Slippy responded to Vince.
"Not sure how them having a kid would affect us, honestly," Falco commented. "The work we do takes us to a lot of crazy places... crazy enough that a kid of Fox's from a previous relationship showed up around the same time we did. Zack, I think his name was. Apparently knew High General Indari, but I have no idea how."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Right, still - let's get moving," Markus suggested as he brought the engine to life.
*** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
Thrawn smiled. "No need to apologize - this is an event where such things can be excused," he told Blaine. "I came here as a representative for the United Imperial Alliance, partly to speak with High General Indari, and partly to observe this... fascinating world and it's culture. I can see why High Command wants to develop closer ties."
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The ringleader shrugged. "No matter, as long as you help us get paid for this event," he said. "We're just waiting on one other guy who applied - said he'd be here soon."
*** Unspecified Moon ***
"Oh right," Kyle responded to Zack. "Well, we need to get to the vault - come on." He would lead the pair through the bowels of the lodge, until they came near the main foyer. "Ema... tell me you have something to the effect of crowd control. I'm reading multiple Romulan lifesigns in there."
*** Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
Vulkest spotted Ickthis, but rather than approach him, he would let Ickthis approach. Inside, he wondered what Ickthis had gotten out of his prisoner.
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Jennifer ***
"Impressive," Wrath complimented Jennifer. "But Lord Malgus awaits. Come."
*** Sith sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Norokiir ***
"No, but it would solidify your place among us for you to challenge one of your students," Malgus told Norokiir. "As I understand it, Acolyte Predicus seems to think you beneath him."
*** Corneria ***
Argus looked Riku dead in her eyes, but never said a word. He didn't have to - his face said it all: Mention it again, and I'll disintegrate you where you stand. He then turned and walked toward General Peppy's office.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
On learning where the ship Captain was, John headed that direction, making sure to eliminate any intruders in his way. When he saw the Elemental Battle Armor, he paused. What's a thing like that doing on a ship like this? But he hadn't time to ponder this - he had to help eliminate what remained of the Covenant boarders.
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim ***
Ahkrin then resumed course for the ship she knew was on Solstheim, and prayed it would have an effective cloaking device...
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Your waiting on yourself, then..." Krystal said already in and strapped in.
*** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
"So admiral Thrawn is this you first time here, sir?" Fay asked, quickly saluting as a gesture of respect.
*** Corneria ***
'Damn what's got his boxers in a bunch...' Riku thought following Argus around but staying a good distance from him.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
One of the elementals turned towards John "Ah so your the unexpected help, we're about to clear the Cargo bay, we decided to armor up a bit with these new powered armor suits, their kinda expirmental at least for us." Alex explained "I'm Captain Alex Starfurr,we'll get formal introductions done when we're done here." Alex said using the claw to press the open button to the cargo bay door
The door opened silently, inside the cargo bay a large artifact surrounded by Unggoy, Sangheili a couple of huragok and some odd robotic tank like machines waited not noticing the door open just yet ,but one of the now identified Colicoid war droid turned to face the door, Nari in the other set of elemental armor shot 2 missiles at the droid crippling it's leg but it was still able to fire back...
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim ***
"Wait what about us!?" Kala asked following along with her Khajjiit friend.
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*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Jennifer ***
Jennifer smiled weakly at Wrath as doing what she did takes a lot of mental effort but followed him regardless.
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Norokiir ***
"Yes, I would think so too, and no disrespect, in my opinion he needs to be knocked down a peg."
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm sure he's friendly, I just thought he wouldn't have the time," Weaver said. "I just figured with such a title that he'd be too busy for two nobodies."
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** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan **
"Yeah, is it, Admiral? Because I haven't been on this side of the galaxy before. Surprising, considering ONI keeps most tabs on outside planets." Blaine said, readjusting the strap on his backpack.
"It's beautiful, I'll say." Kozik said, quickly returning to his silent demeanor.
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*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis tucked the notepad beneath his arm, pulling the gloves from his paws. They weren’t bloodied, but had a faint green tinge about the edges. With the care of tossing waste paper, Ickthis pitched his gloves into a nearby fire, before heading towards Vulkest. Not meaning to share anything, but to simply reach a clearing for the transport. He would let the Sith beg him for information.
*Dragon’taan*
Ray shrugged. “I dunno, Weaver. We did survive a pretty dicey run in with the Flood. And were, I’d wager, integral in Captain Zuka’s survival. Maybe word got around? Though…I dunno if they’re allies or not. Namedropping might do more harm than good. Ah, forget me. Perhaps we’ll catch the Lord-Admiral on neutral ground somewhere.” He scratched the back of his head, chuckling quietly. Then an urge struck him. “I gotta use the bathroom, excuse me.”
Standing rather quickly, Ray meandered the restaurant a moment before spotting the restroom signs and bee-lining to the men’s room.
-Elsewhere-
Oh-Four nodded. “Since we have time, then.” The suit shuddered, arms and legs locking into place. Then the four panels making up the chest sprang open with a hydraulic wheeze, and out clambered a tiny, black, fuzzy thing. Like a moving cloud of void, it only seemed to stand a good foot or so tall, almost as wide. Two large eyes poked from the dark, nearly indiscernible from the fur around them. It seemed barely ambulatory, with small nubs serving as limbs. It reached into the cloak surrounding the suit, producing a few custom multi-tools, and set to work on the suit.
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*** Kyle's Private Lodge, Unspecified Moon ***
Kyle pulled the pin on and tossed a flashbang into the room, right in front of the few Romulans still able to aim their rifles. There was a bright flash and a deafening bang, and Kyle was right behind Zack to go in and eliminate the opposition.
*** En Route to Restaurant District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Who, Fox and Fara?" Katt asked.
"I don't think Fox and Fara first met on Sauria - that was Fox and Krystal," Falco said. "I don't know where Fox first met Fara - either that, or I forgot."
*** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
"Really?" Thrawn asked Blaine. "I'm surprised ONI wouldn't have briefed you on Dragon'taan. I was given to understand the UNSC works closely with the Dragon'taan Coalition and their military, the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps." Thrawn then looked at Fay. "And yes, this is my first time on Dragon'taan. Who might you be?"
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The others seemed surprised this tiny thing operated a suit like this. "You must be very courageous to sign up for something like this," one of the team members remarked. "Do you know what goes on during the Unreal Tournament?"
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Lord-Admiral Tokarev isn't like that - he's always had time for most people when he's in public," Skye said. "If he's on the job, you'll know because he'd be wearing his uniform. When he's not in uniform, he walks among us as just another denizen of Dragon'taan or New Cerinia."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Blythe followed Tigress to her destination, waiting for something new to be unveiled.
*** Mongdrigan Camp, Dromund Kaas ***
Vulkest couldn't get a read on Ickthis. That wasn't surprising, but he was nonetheless interested in what he'd gotten out of his prisoner. Regardless, he called for a transport to take them to the Sith Citadel in Kaas City.
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Jennifer ***
Wrath guided them to Malgus' office, where they were stopped by a guard. "Lord Malgus is visiting with one of the acolytes - you'll need to wait here," the guard said.
*** Sith Sanctum, Dromund Kaas, Norokiir ***
"Oh, I agree," Malgus chuckled. "If there's one thing I can't stand, it's a Sith with a bad arrogant streak. So you know what to do, and when to do it - don't you, Acolyte?"
"Shall I gather the acolytes?" Harkun asked.
*** Corneria ***
Argus entered Peppy's office, but what was said wasn't clear from the outside - the walls were soundproof. Argus came out some time later, and started walking back the way he came. He seemed not to notice Riku.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
John and his marines did their best to help out, downing what enemies they could.
*** Raven Rock Outskirts, Solstheim ***
"If you want to tag along, then keep up," Ahkrin responded. She continued to venture deeper into Solstheim, well beyond Raven Rock, heading for the center of the island.
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*** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm Fay spaniel a Doctor here under Krystal Tokarev, I just happend to be passing by and sometimes the greeter droids are a bit faulty." Fay explained.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
after a bit of walking around Tigress stepped onto some sort of platform instead of being teleported or any other fancy thing once Bylthe stepped on the pad the two were slowly pushed upward like riding an invisible elevator before stopping at the end ramp of a giant carrier the Galatae. Tigress began walking up the runway into the large ships hanger.
*** Corneria ***
Riku would still follow Argus her form constantly changing to stay hidden as she used her powers of camoflauge to stay hidden she waited for a good time to show up.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
Once The bay was clear the team double checked while Alex stood near a large device "They left us a present I see." Alex grumbled placing a claw onto the device and shutting it down.
Just as she finished Alex recived a message from the bridge "Hmm sensors are picking up some slipspace traffic, were you expecting anyone?" Alex asked John.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
The two followed along close behind Ahkrin
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** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan **
"Well honestly, Admiral, we came on leave. So we figured it'd be best to learn the planet as we stayed here for a while. At least until our passes are either over or revoked." Blaine said, "If we came on business, I'm sure they'd have sent a few military contacts beforehand." He finished before lighting a cigarette.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh, huh. I guess in that case we can say hello if we ever see him," Weaver said. "Name dropping Zuka might be useful either way, provided they even know each other. Um, maybe we should wait for Ray to get back before I ask where we can even find him. He's probably more interested than I am."
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*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis studied the notepad, memorizing its contents.
According to the Jedi, his organization, the “True Jedi Order”, were hunting down the holocron, because of its contents and whose it was. A DMC High General by the name of Draco Bellator.
Ickthis thumbed the radio on his shirt collar.
“Attention, any and all DMC agents are to be arrested on sight.”
A voice responded, clear enough for Vulkest to hear.
-And if they fight back, sir?-
Ickthis glanced briefly at the Sith, before responding.
“Show them some Mongdrigan hospitality. But keep ‘em breathing.”
The transport drifted into the clearing, repulser engines kicking up a mighty cloud of dust as they powered down. Ickthis boarded swiftly, glancing around at the people near the clearing.
Vulkest, if he took the time, would see Mongdrigans already grabbing armor and rifles, forming into impromptu squads.
*Dragon’taan*
Ray washed his paws in the basin, watching the suds and water swirl down the drain. He thought about the water; it felt, smelled and probably tasted like the water in his universe, but a part of his brain told him it was wrong; something different. The agent then stared at his reflection. Despite being in CBRN suit for much, much longer than he should’ve been and fighting through a horde of hive mind zombies, he looked fine. A bit more tired than usual. Sighing, he wet a paw and wiped his face, before taking a paper towel and drying himself. Exiting the bathroom, Ray put on small smile as he approached the table. He sat with a sigh.
“Sorry about that, what’d I miss?”
*Mercenary Enclave*
The noise that came from Oh-Four sounded like a cross between a dog’s whine and a cat’s purr. They gesticulated with a free limb, trying to convey something. A few sparks leapt from one of the wiring bundles inside the suit. The arms jittered a bit, but a few passes of the multi-tool locked it down. It would be a minute or two before Oh-Four made a satisfactory grunt and scrambled back inside.
The vocalizer crackled to life, and that synthesized voice returned.
“No, my kind haven’t heard of this Unreal Tournament. I assume it’s some sort of blood-sport?”[size=78%] [/size]
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*** Kyle's Private Lodge, Unspecified Moon ***
The whole situation was resolved in a matter of seconds. Most of the Romulans were dead; a couple survived. Kyle went to an upper level and activated a book case, which sank to reveal a secret compartment. He typed in a security code, and the vault beyond opened to reveal a small-ish device, no larger than a stack of cans but clearly computerized. Kyle took it and handed it to Zack. "Put this in your pack, and tell no one of it until we find my cousin."
*** Restaurant District, Dragon'taan ***
The taxi speeder landed not long after Vince's comment, and Katt, Falco and Slippy got off. "How much you wanna bet Fox and Fara are at Sol's?" Katt asked.
"I would not put it past the man," Falco responded. "Sol's is rather popular here."
Some distance from Vince, an odd Fox, roughly his age, stood staring at Vince. He wore a strange headset with a part going over his right eye, like a Scouter, and in his arms was an AKMS with the stock folded under the weapon.
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"In a sense," the ringleader responded. "Anyway, I'm Jess - the fennec is Frye, and the panther is Greg." The Iguana indicated the other two in the room. "Like I said before, we're waiting on another member of the team, grizzly girl by the name of Anika."
"Yeah, about that - any idea what's keeping her?" Greg asked. Jess shrugged.
"Damned if I know," he responded.
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Not much," Jacqueline told Ray.
"Zuka?" Skye responded to Weaver's comment. "As in, Zuka 'Vadam? The son of Kaidon Thel 'Vadam?"
*** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm sure," Thrawn told Blaine. "Even so, Dragon'taan is a fine place." his red gaze shifted to Fay. "And to be honest, miss Spaniel, I've seen droids with worse programming." He looked beyond the group, and then frowned slightly. Anyone who followed his gaze would just barely catch a red dragon tail vanish around a corner, and an HK droid following this apparent dragon. "I had thought that line had been decommissioned..." he muttered.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"This is a Cerinian ship," Blythe observed. "I recognize the aesthetics. This is where the concert is kicking off?"
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
Alduah walked about the Klingon Capital, keeping his eyes peeled. He was looking for a contact - an Orion. Apparently, she was supposed to meet them here with some important intel. "Alduah to team... anyone see our contact?"
"There's literally hundreds of Orions here, master," Bahkriid responded. "We're looking for a needle in a haystack."
"Drake here... I'm gonna take a look about the old Spy Post here. She might have gone there," radioed Franklin Drake.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
John shook his head. "No," he responded. "Maybe someone else picked up your distress signal, or maybe it's enemy reinforcements."
*** Corneria ***
Argus exited the building, and was walking the streets. He continued till he came to a bar, and went inside.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"DMC?" Vulkest remarked. "There are no DMC on Dromund Kaas. Did your prisoner tell you there were?" The transport lifted off at the end of his remark.
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
"So tell me - what are your reasons for wanting to get off-world?" Ahkrin asked in an effort to make conversation.
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*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Galatae's Hanger ***
"Most people wouldn't recognize the aesthetic at this point very few non-cerinians get to see the interior of such ships, they are very rare, at least any of the ancient designs." TIgress begain "Yes the concert is going to be held here, the band leader owns this ship it's the Galatae, one of the few relics of the ancient Cerinian fleet." Tigress explained.
*** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
"Hk is an ancient model, though Krystal uses some B1 models, but I'm pretty sure the HK model predates even those." Fay said barley missing the dragon only spotting his tail but getting a good view of the droid if only for a moment. "I wonder what such a droid is doing here?"
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
"We have a 'shadow'" Tony noted quietly to Alduah.
"With no hostile intentions." Tonya pointed out.
Indeed a dark blue cat of some kind had been following the group ,but clearly if they had any hostile intentions they would have acted by now.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"Hmm" Alex thought meanwhile out in space an RCS-class Armored Cruiser dropped out of slipspace nearby. Alex looked outside the bay through the windows. "Can you ship blow a hole in that cruiser" She asked tapping a clawed finger from her armor on the bomb the boarding party left behind.
*** Corneria ***
Riku followed Argus but by the time she entered the bar her looks changed, though her height did not change she now appeared as an almost ghostly white Tiger with grey stripes, she would walk up to where Argus was before asking to sit near him.
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
"You probably won't believe me, but i was studying the Thuum in my private study at my home near Stormwind when something told me to get off world, I dunno who it was perhaps Paarthurnax perhaps another dragon in spirit. All I know is I followed the voices instructions and ended up here." Kala explained her Khajjiit friend just shrugging.
***Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City***
A Blue and white scaled Dragoness sat in a bench across from a huge robotic vehicle in one of the displays, it's plauge labeling it as Mackie, reading some sort of paper almost like what on earth would be called a newspaper.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Not too much," Weaver said to Ray, "was just waiting for you before I asked where we might find Tokarev."
"... I think so?" the Spider responded to Skye. "Ray mentioned him before. I only know that his name is Zuka and he's military. Uh... Sangheili if that narrows it down. I guess name dropping him won't mean much if everyone else already knows him."
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*Dromund Kaas*
“The Jedi’s information suggests that the True Jedi Order is allied with one High General Draco Bellator of the DMC. They were after his holocron, though they don’t know what it contains. I figure this High General is looking to hide what’s on it. The attempt on Great Leader’s life was obviously an attempt to strong arm us from hunting it down.” Ickthis sniffed, rubbing his nose. “Question is, where is this holocron. They couldn’t find it in the ruins. Means someone got to it first.”
*Dragon’taan*
Ray nodded. “Right.” He took a sip of his water. It definitely tasted the same. “Tokarev? Odd name. Old name.”
-Elsewhere-
Oh-Four nodded. “Noted. Does this…Anika…often dawdle? Or are the other teams prone to underhanded tactics?”
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** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan **
Blaine and Kozik didn't notice what Admiral Thrawn and Fay did, looking at each other for a moment with confused expressions.
"Well, the two of us were going to find somewhere to get coffee if you either of you would like to join us?" Blaine said, readjusting the strap on his backpack.
"You mean help us find it? Or else we'll be walking for hours." Kozik smugly added, stifling a laugh when Blaine shot him a look of irritation.
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*** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
"Of course," Thrawn responded. "Lead the way." He looked to Fay. "Care to join us?" he asked.
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Zuka 'Vadam has quite a lot of clout," Skye told Weaver. "Not many get a chance to fight by his side. Even so, what was he doing where you met him?"
*** Restaurant District, Dragon'taan ***
"Sometimes," Falco responded. "Why?"
In the distance, the Fox followed Vince, keeping the safety of his weapon on unless absolutely necessary.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Galatae's Hanger ***
"Hnh," Blythe commented, "Do I even want to know what happened to the rest? Where'd the Cerinians get the rest of their fleet?"
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
In walked a red dragon with a short, angular snout and tufts of white fur at his elbows, along his spine, and at the end of his tail. He had white horns growing out of his head. He was followed by an HK Assassin Droid, armed with a disruptor rifle. They stopped just shy of the mech that Asara had been near.
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"No idea," Jess said with a shrug. "She responded to our request right before you did, but she was in a neighboring system. Tying loose ends, is what she said."
"Wonder what 'loose ends' those could have been," Greg snorted. They were interrupted by a knock on the door. The shadow behind it was a hulking, but curvy figure, indicating a large female.
*** Kyle's Private Lodge, Unspecified Moon ***
"Arwing would only hold one of us, and has no FTL drive I'm aware of - we need to get to the communications array, signal for a pickup and hope we can get back to Dragon'taan before the concert kicks off..." in an aside directed at no one, he muttered, "Anna would never forgive me if I missed this one when I promised her I'd be there..."
As it happened, a Scimitar-class Warbird, ID Transponder labeling it as the IRW Leahval, entered orbit, and engaged the orbiting D'Derridex Warbird. Tal Shiar channels would go crazy at this, mandating all planetside personnel evacuate immediately.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"There's a few problems with that theory," Vulkest pointed out. "One, General Bellator distanced himself from the Jedi Order before he became one of the DMC's High Command staff. He had his reasons for this, but the point there is, he has no reason to associate himself with this True Jedi Order at all, assuming he even knows they exist; second, the DMC has no interest in Sith Space, let alone for one of General Bellator's holocron. As for someone getting to the holocron first... Hrm... That... dragon, the one who showed up at the camp while you all were dealing with the Jedi at the ruins. He might have some insight. Once we deliver our intel to Lord Malgus, we should probably go speak to him."
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"Absolutely, but I need to get back to my ship," John responded. "We should get better acquainted when we're not in danger of being shot to pieces."
*** Corneria ***
Argus seemed not to mind Riku sitting next to him, though he showed no signs of recognizing her. He sipped away at a soda, seemingly lost in his thoughts.
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
"Stormwind? Never heard of it," Ahkrin responded. "Where's it at?"
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
"All hands, head for the Federation Safehouse - let's see if our shadow follows us there," Alduah commanded as he started for the safehouse.
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*** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan ***
"Sol's would probably be the best place for that." Fay noted "Yeah I'm off duty for another day or so, unless something comes up I'll show you all the way." Fay said leading the group to the restraunt disctrict and then Sol's
*** Draco City Spaceport, Dragon'taan,Dragon'taan Flight academy ***
"I know you all want to get off for the festival ,but you all know this is the last day of your training today we're going to have a little fun." Began a familar looking female lynx pointing to the hologram 'chalk' board. "Today your going to show how much you've all learned with a semi-live fire excersice, we've loaded the training fighters with laser tag style weapons fire your cannons and a laser system will fire to attempt to tag another aircraft same with the missiels though You will recieve missile warnings if fired upon using holograms we will simulate missiles, This should be pretty fun ,but let's see who can do the best, and as a special prize first and second place gets a free discount coupon to Sol's..." Miyu the lynx explained the cadets mission for the day.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Galatae's Hanger ***
"Modern or the older stuff?" Tigress asked.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"Good let me know when you've blown a hole and I'll pulla 117 Battle of Earth on the cruiser." Alex replied.
*** Corneria ***
"You stick out like a sore thumb..." Riku said softly towards Argus.
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
"Wrong, planet I meant White Run." Kala replied "Stormwind is On Azeroth."
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
the two cat like jedi followed along silently.
***Dragon'taan, Residental district,Drakona residence***
A black furred, two tailed vixen knocked on the front door and waited to be let in.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Saving us," Weaver said bluntly. "The planet had something on it that shot down a ship I was on. Then Zuka came with the rescue team. I'm not sure why they were there to begin with though. I didn't even so much as light a signal fire by the time they came, so it wasn't initially a rescue effort."
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** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan **
Blaine and Kozik followed behind the two for the whole walk, taking time to look around at the local district. "It's certainly not Mombassa." Blaine said to Kozik, who nodded in agreement.
Arriving at Sol's, they both took a moment to catch a breather before heading inside and also to make sure their service Magnums were concealed before entering. No need to make a scene over coffee, Blaine thought to himself.
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*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis sniffed. "Hm. Our intel suggests differently, but you've certainly been about the stars than us, so I'll default to your information." The speeder crested gently from the open fields of grass onto the streets of Kaas City, navigating to Malgus.
*Dragon'taan*
Ray nodded. "True. Picked me up from the radio station before it uh...destabilized. Been flying by the seat of my pants ever since."
-Elsewhere-
Oh-Four turned their attention to the door, the empty sockets of his suit's head staring dead at the silhouette.
"Seems we've company," the synthesized voice garbled out.
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*** Kyle's Private Lodge, Unspecified Moon ***
"Very funny," Kyle chuckled. "We still need to signal for a pick--" He stopped midsentence, apparently sensing something in the Force. Getting his communicator out, he sent out an open message: "This is High General Kyle Indari to anyone within the sound of my voice - if anyone can hear me on this channel, please acknowledge this transmission."
Moments later, a female voice responded, "High General... this is Empress Sela of the IRW Leahval... I wasn't expecting to hear from you here. Is everything alright?"
"We had Tal Shiar here in my private lodge, and my friend and I need a ride to Dragon'taan, seeing as our transport was shot down by a Warbird in orbit," Kyle explained.
"I believe I can help with that - prepare for transport," Sela responded. Kyle slapped Zack's arm lightly.
"Don't worry about Sela - she's as much against the Tal Shiar as I am, and has her own reasons for hating them. We can trust her."
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
In orbit, a modified Allegiance-class Battlecruiser dropped out of light speed. Moments later, a Red Lucario would beam down to the surface of Dragon'taan and head for Indari Manor.
*** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Thrawn sat at the counter, letting his colleagues sit at counter stools adjacent to him. "I'm curious, mister Blaine... how are things in UNSC Space, from your perspective?" The Chiss Admiral asked Blaine.
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Planet with orbital weapons that shot down ships that approached... strange creatures... you don't mean...?" Skye looked to Jacqueline. "Are you thinking what I'm thinking?"
"I am if you're thinking these two got off a certain quarantine planet... was there something in place on that planet that kept you from using a ship or transporters to get off-world?" Jacqueline asked Weaver and Ray.
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Jess opened the door to reveal a hulking female grizzly bear dressed in combat armor. "Hi... I'm Anika, I was told the mercenary team I was joining up for the Unreal Tournament was here?"
"Good to finally meet you - I'm Jess, the Fennec is Frye, Panther's Greg, and the little one here is Oh-Four," Jess responded. Anika looked at Oh-Four with a slight frown. Then her attention shifted to the suit he was working on. "Is... is that...?" She sounded like she recognized it.
*** Restaurant District, Dragon'taan ***
"Just play it cool - let's not make a scene," Falco said calmly. The Fox continued to follow them. Strangely, he made no hostile gesture, and if Vince looked at the Fox's gun any, he'd see that the weapon's safety was still engaged. Whatever this Fox's intent was, it did not seem to be hostile - not right now, anyway.
*** Dragon'taan, Residential District, Drakona Residence ***
The door opened to a lively looking lioness with brown hair. "Oh, hello, Shiloh! Are you here for Tyber?" Kabby asked.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Galatae's Hanger ***
"Both," Blythe responded. "Where'd the NCC get the ships for the rest of their fleet?"
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Query: Master, are you sure it's a good idea to be here? With the price on your head..." the HK Droid spoke. The red dragon waved his hand.
"Those morons would be insane to try and come at me here," he said. "We're in the heart of the Dragon'taan Coalition's turf. I'd love to see them try."
"Smug Statement: Not that it'd do them any good," the HK replied.
*** Dromund Kaas, Citadel ***
Nary a word was said as Vulkest and Ickthis approached the Citadel. When the transport landed, Vulkest stepped off and adjusted his armored robes before striding forward.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
The Wolfpack was quick to engage the cruiser, blasting it with disruptors, torpedoes, and it's experimental railgun, blasting a hole into it's spine. "Your show, Captain," John told Alex.
*** Corneria ***
"I'm not exactly trying to hide," Argus responded. "You got a reason for following me?"
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
Alduah and Bahkriid ducked into the Starfleet safehouse, and they all waited for their "follower" to show up.
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
"That makes more sense," Ahkrin said. "Stormwind... hrm... maybe I'll check that place out."
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*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
A Blue lucario would follow the Red Lucario "Did you forget something?" She asked.
A sand blasted Vixen would walk up to the other side of the counter from Thrawn, Blain and Kozak... (Forgive me if i got the name wrong)
" Welcome to Sol's What can I get ya'll?" She would ask.
*** Dragon'taan, Residential District, Drakona Residence ***
"Yes and no." Shiloh, the black two tailed vixen responded to the Lioness "I had something for you and Dad, but also I was gonna ask Tyber if he wanted to get something to eat at Sol's since I was in the neighborhood."
*** Dragon'taan, Residential District, Drakona Residence ***
"Why would someone be walking around here with a bounty?" The blue Dragoness asked as Argus and his droid passed by, overhearing their conversation.
"That's something I'd like to know as well." said a white female dog from across the room.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Galatae's Hanger ***
"This ship and two destroyers are all that's left of the ancient fleet as for their new fleet it consist of the three aformentioned ships and some newer designs taken from various factions of the Galaxy and modified to fit the Cerinian style and tech." Tigress explained, as she walked to what looked like a seating area setup in what looked like a former service hanger for fighters or other smaller craft.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"Roger Roger" Alex said over the comm grasping onto the bomb and firing the jump jets in her armored suit the door behind her into the interior of the ship closing and sealing just before the room opened to the vaccume of space, within a minute Alex was flying out into space towards the enemy vessel, once near she manuvered into the exposed hole of the vessel leaving the bomb behind as she used her legs and thrusters on her armor to get out of the hole in the ship once she got far enough away the bomb went off destroying the vessel from the inside as she drifted back to the Borealis, entering another cargo hanger on the other side 'Now that that's done... WHat brought you here?" Alex asked over the comms to John, as she walked to the door to the interior checking in with the repair team via text system in her armor.
*** Corneria ***
"You seem lonely, disenhearted, something happend to you, Care to talk about it?" Riku asked "I Know i can be painful to talk about sometimes.." Riku continued pointing to the wedding rings on his finger. "But sometimes talking about it helps you to let it go and move on." She added.
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
"So what now?" Tonya asked as Tony shut his eyes in meditation.
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
"It's on the mainland in Skyrim." Kala noted "One of the largest cities on the continent."
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** Sol's, Drago City, Dragon'taan **
"For now, just two coffees with sugar for me and him," Blaine replied to the waitress, gesturing to Kozik who nodded in agreement.
"Honestly, Admiral, I would say we're doing better than we were after the wars with the Covenant. Insurrectionists are always a problem but that's easily solved with Marines," Blaine said to Thrawn, "And if it isn't, they send people like us to deal with it."
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"...Yeah, I think there was..." Weaver recalled, "we had to go into some building in order to allow us to beam out. I think the building in of itself a kind of quarantine. It kept all the Flood inside from getting out."
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*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis stayed in step behind Vulkest, notepad tucked beneath his arm. He sneered up at the giant structure before him; it reminded him greatly of the old Great Leader. One day, the veteran hoped, he could change that.
*Dragon’taan*
Ray sucked his lip as a thought hit him. “Er…did we accidentally let the Flood out, trying to leave? I don’t remember anyone “shutting the door” in a sense.”
-Elsewhere-
“A scavenged treasure,” Oh-Four said. “From Utapau during the Clone Wars. A droid by the looks of the interiors, though it bore trace residue of organic components. Perhaps some sort of experimental unit?” He shrugged. “Makes a good suit anyway.”
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*** Kyle's Private Lodge, Unspecified Moon ***
Kyle noticed the change in Zack's fur once they were on board the Leahval, and he frowned and asked, "Uh, Zack... something you wanna tell me?"
*** Restaurant District, Dragon'taan ***
"Even so, kiddo, we don't want to cause a scene," Katt said as the lot walked into Sol's.
*** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Insurrectionists?" Thrawn remarked. "Hm. Any idea what they want after all these years?"
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Jacqueline and Skye looked to each other, then at Weaver and Ray. "Sirs," Skye finally said after several moments of silence, "You may be the first people to ever escape that place."
"It's known to most spacers as the Serkamora Flood Quarantine," Jacqueline said, "Numerous vessels have been lost there. Most governments say the place doesn't exist, but nearly every spacer avoids that area."
"You mentioned getting rescued by a Sangheili - did he have a Spartan companion?" Skye inquired.
*** Dragon'taan, Residential District, Drakona Residence ***
"Of course!" Kabby responded cheerfully. She cocked her head back and to the side and called into the house, "Tyber! Your girlfriend is here!" Not long after, Tyber came to the door.
"I was beginning to wonder if I'd see you tonight," he said, kissing her cheek as he hugged her.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"I knew you'd be close behind, so no," K'Tath told Cobalt. "Kyle said to meet him and his friend at the Manor. Said they had something important."
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
The HK Droid was the first to respond to Asara and Fay: "Warning: Keep your distance, ladies, and there won't be any issues."
"I gave no such order, HK," the red dragon with the white tufts of fur spoke. "We don't need to accumulate a bounty here, too."
"Retraction: As you say, master. Apologies, ladies," the droid stated.
"You'll have to forgive him," the Red Dragon told Asara and Fay. "We pulled a job for a contractor against some douche in the Tion Cluster - he retaliated by putting a bounty on my head. My contacts said they'd get it cleared up, but meantime, I am required to lay low." He looked between Fay and Asara. "I'm not some criminal on the run, just a merc who pissed off some Corporate Sector jackass that didn't like that I was hired to do that job. Name's Desmond, by the way."
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, at least General Grevious' exo-suit is being put to good use," Anika said.
"And now that we have our full team assembled, I can register us for the Tournament," Jess said. "I'll be right back." He then left the room.
"Let's hope we can make the top three, at least," Frye sighed. "Could really use the money."
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"Your distress beacon, what else?" John responded. "We picked it up on our way to Dragon'taan, and decided to lend a hand."
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
"You just said Stormwind is somewhere else, not here on Nirn," Ahkrin stated, clearly confused. "Or were you talking about Whiterun?"
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
"We wait for our mysterious followers," Alduah said, drawing one of his lightsabers, but not activating it.
*** Corneria ***
"Well, you certainly are nosy, aren't you?" Argus growled. "Does it not occur to you there's a reason I don't talk about it?" There was a long pause as he sat at the counter. "Obviously, I was married. Was. Not anymore."
*** Dromund Kaas, Citadel ***
Vulkest walked through the bowels of the structure and up towards Malgus' office. Inside, Malgus was going over the contents of a datapad when he noticed Vulkest and Ickthis. "I understand you both interrogated some of the Jedi prisoners from the recent combat action," he said. Looking to Ickthis, he nodded to him. "I'll start with your report, Ickthis. What did you uncover?"
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*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis nodded. “Yes, Great Leader. The enemy were a part of something called the “True Jedi Order”, and they were here in search of a holocron owned by one Draco Bellator. Though my people are new to the galaxy, I would err on the side of caution. If this Bellator has any loyalty to this Order, overt or not, he may use his pull within the DMC to come for us. I suggest locking down any DMC agents, in case of another assassination attempt.”
*Dragon’taan*
Ray nodded. “He did. A retinue of Spartans in fact.”
-Elsewhere-
The head of Grievous seemed to track Anika; unbeknownst to her, Oh-Four had no control of it.
“That can’t be,” came the garbled voice of Oh-Four. “I didn’t find any organic material of substantial value in this thing. More like a droid with organic components. Unless this Grievous was of my kind, though the name is unknown to me.” The suit’s arms began to jitter again, and Oh-Four groaned in exasperation. Once more, they opened up the suit and began working at the wiring inside. The scavenger’s small fuzzy frame looked like a particularly aggressive lint ball against the scored and damaged metal that made up the body of Grievous.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Geez I have an uncanny amount of luck," Weaver said. "Er, well I guess I never would have crashed if that were true though.
"I can't remember if Zula had a specific Spartan companion, but there was a whole crew with him. There was a massive UNSC ship they came in with; I imagine it was military. Er, maybe they came to deal with the quarantine planet?"
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
(OOC: New character! His appearance is in my post signature.)
A large converted cargo freighter named the Tempest slowly drifted into high orbit of a planet that had recently had its orbital weapons violently removed, its thrusters on minimal power to reduce the heat signature of the ship. Dusk had heard about the planet, most notably the warnings and interestingly the various governments' denial of the planet's existence. A military ship being reported as having left towards the forbidden zone piqued Dusk's interests, and upon seeing the orbital debris of the space platforms, he made the assumption that the military vessel had already cleared a path, although they didn't seem to stick around for very long. He knew a few data-brokers who would be very interested in learning the secrets of such a place, and the bounty they offered was hard to pass up.
Dusk already had a few ideas of what lay below, the first clue being the name that the spacers had given the area. Serkamora Flood Quarantine. Unless it was superstition and ghost tales that lead to the name, he surmised that the main threat was the Flood. Luckily, Dusk specialized in drones and remote-work, so the danger to himself was minimal, although losing drones wasn't cheap either. As for what else could be down there, the other clue were the destroyed platforms. Other automated defenses most likely were still planetside.
First things first, a scouting mission. The Tempest launched a single drop-pod towards the planet. The pod made no attempt for a soft-landing, striking into the ground with such force as to almost completely bury itself. From the top opened a hatch where four probes emerged. They were small, fragile, lacked any kind of shields, and weren't particularly hardened towards electronic attacks, but they were cheap. Dusk viewed the probes being vulnerable as a positive, as he would quickly discover if anything was immediately lethal or problematic before risking real assets. Provided the probes weren't immediately destroyed, or had their remote connection severed, they would fan out and start mapping the planet.
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*** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Freedom from the UNSC from what I've gathered." Sandy replied as she set the drinks onto the table.
*** Dragon'taan, Residential District, Drakona Residence ***
"So Krystal's brother wanted to invite all of the Indari family to his concert that begins later , So i brought your tickets for you." Shiloh replied Turning to Tyber "You up for Sol's She asked whiping her check off. "Next time don't spit so much." She added
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"No i meant this." Cobalt replied holding a small bag of things of one of the items was a personal defence weapon along with some strange tickets... "I know not for this but just in case while we're walking." the Lucario female added.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Oh is that all?" Asara asked "You know if you could tell me who i could probably pay off that bounty or get someone to drop it."Asara said turning to Fay "I saw him first!"
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"Glad to see that's working, So I believe introductions are in order, I'm Alessia, just call me Alex." Alessia replied as she walked through her ship to the armory...
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
Stormwind is a major city on Azerorth, White Run is a major city back on the mainland Skyrim, it's the capitol of the hold by the same name." Kara replied
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
A large group of Fearasans would walk by the safehouse just passing by.
"I take it none in that group was one of them?" Tonya asked.
*** Corneria ***
"As I said sometimes talking about it helps, But on the other hand, Wouldn't she want you to move on? Maybe not totally forget her ,but at the least not have her death be an eternal tugging on you heart?" Riku asked. "Sometimes the hardest things to talk about, need talking about at least with someone you can trust, I hope you can trust me at least a little."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Galatae's Hanger ***
"I'll let you think on that one." Tigress replied.
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** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"Exactly that." Kozik said, taking a long drink from his coffee and sighing in relief.
"Yeah, I'd be more sympathetic if they didn't send their message by way of dead Marines." Blaine retorted, after taking a drink of coffee. He never liked the subject of why his targets were put on "the list", made things more complicated.
"But at this time, what happened on Corneria is what the Office is interested in. They don't know much but what they do know makes their ears perk up enough to send us," He continued, gesturing to Kozik who was still snout deep in his coffee.
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*** On Board IRW Leahval ***
Kyle opened his mouth to speak, but was cut off when two Romulans came into the transporter room. "High General," one of them spoke, "The Empress wishes to speak with you on the bridge. Please follow us."
Kyle shrugged, and started after the Romulan Marines as they would guide the pair to the bridge of the ship, where a half-human, half-Romulan woman with blonde hair in a resplendent outfit sat in the captain's chair. "I'm tempted to ask what you were doing out here, Kyle," she said as she turned to face them. "But then, with the Tal Shiar we encountered in orbit, perhaps I'd rather not know. Doubtless you foiled whatever they came here for. Thank you all the same. Now, where to?"
"Dragon'taan," Kyle responded. "Don't want to miss the festival. I imagine even you would want to partake in the festivities, Sela."
Sela smiled. "Always. I was there earlier, but got called away on minor business." She looked to Zack. "And who might you be?"
*** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Then you're aware that Corneria recently drove out a Sith Covenant occupation," Thrawn told Blaine and Kozik. "Or does the office know who the Sith Covenant are?"
The Fox from earlier came up beside Vince, close enough for him to hear the Fox whisper, "Make no sudden moves. We're just two old friends bumping into each other. I need you to come with me - you and your father. You're both in danger." In a clearly rehearsed fashion, the Fox turned to face Vince. "Vince! Long time no see!" he greeted him.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh... well, thank you, Cobalt," K'Tath told the blue Lucario. "I still need to meet with Kyle at the manor - apparently, he has something for me."
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
Desmond shrugged. "No need - I already have someone on it," he said. "Just need to lay low till they give the all clear."
*** Dragon'taan, Residential District, Drakona Residence ***
"Oh, okay cool," Tyber said as he accepted the tickets. "When's the concert kick off?"
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah, it was definitely Zuka, then," Skye surmised with a nod. "Even so, you both are lucky to have gotten off that planet alive. No one else ever has."
Jacqueline looked to Ray. "You are doubly fortunate, considering I don't think your faction ever encountered the Flood. So you would have been ill-equipped to fight them."
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"General Grievous was a Kaleesh who had been turned into a cyborg capable of contending with Jedi; most of his body was that droid suit - only a small part of it held his organic components," Anika explained. "Which were destroyed when General Kenobi quite literally disintegrated his organic components with a Blaster."
"Ouch," Greg commented. "Must have burned like hell."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Galatae's Hanger ***
"Taken from factions like who?" Blythe asked, "The Covenant? Sangheili? Advent?"
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"John Reznov, Captain of the starship Wolfpack," John introduced himself as he followed along. "And yes, before you ask, I am related to Admirals Ketorr and Kia Reznov. A lot of people ask about that."
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
"No, it wasn't," Bahkriid replied. "They may be waiting for us to come out."
"They'd be fools to take potshots at us in the middle of First City," Alduah remarked. "Instinct says they were following us for a reason."
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
"Azeroth, huh?" Ahkrin stated as they approached a landed ship. "Any idea where it is?"
*** Corneria ***
"Trust you?" Argus scoffed. "I just met you." He paused to down some of his drink. "Look, I got a job here on Corneria to take care of a gang of ruffians who got their hands on something the CDF doesn't want in their hands. You wanna tag along, fine, we can work and talk. But don't go digging in my past when we just met - that's one way to turn a man off."
*** Dromund Kaas, Citadel ***
"I would usually agree on that point, given that I know little of this General Bellator," Malgus told Ickthis. "But I know of the DMC. They would not ally themselves with this... True Jedi Order, as they have their own order of Force Users that disagree with the ways of the Jedi on a number of issues."
"Regardless, one thing Ickthis and I both agree on, was that the holocron was not present where the Jedi were searching for it," Vulkest spoke. "Someone got to it before they did. And I know of General Bellator; I was recently on Dragon'taan helping one of my apprentices get medical treatment. I spoke with Bellator while I waited."
"You sought him out?" Malgus asked with a raise of his eyebrow.
"No, he came to me, milord," Vulkest replied. "Sensed a tremor in the Force, and found me. Spoke with him at great length - he has his own reasons for why he left the Order to join the DMC. Seems unlikely he'd join an order like what we encountered."
"Nevertheless, we should be cautious until we know more," Malgus said. "While there are no DMC agents here on Dromund Kaas, we should make certain we are guarded against any further attacks. See to it."
Vulkest bowed. "As you wish, Lord Malgus. But there is one other thing."
"The holocron," Malgus surmised. "I imagine you two have some idea of who has it?"
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
Curiously, there seemed to be some faint concentrations of Tetryon Particles moving about in orbit, not far from the Tempest. They didn't move directly toward it, but they did seem to be moving around it.
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*** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Cindy waited for the three to make their order having no one else to serve at the moment since other waitresses were catering to the rest of the patrons.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Is that all?" Cobalt asked "You didn't want to see the rest of the family?" She asked.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
Fay had left having something else to do.
"So why come here?" Asar asked.
*** Dragon'taan, Residential District, Drakona Residence ***
"I dunno Kylie only said we'd know." Shiloh said with a shrug "The other two tickets are for mom and dad." the dark furred FOx replied.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Galatae's Hanger ***
"The galactic alliance, Starfleet, Romulan republic Klingon and some other designs they found appealing to modify in thier own way." Tigress replied "So you'll sit here while we play i'm thier main drummer so, yeah." Tigress went on not sure how to explain it. "I wonder if Draco and his wife will be here, Kylie did say he invited the entire Indari and Tokareve family, I don't think i've ever met the big dragon in person..."
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"Can't say I've heard of those two..." Alex replied "Got a spare plasma conductor?" She asked.
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
"They were just passing by." Tonya noted.
"Was gonna say they didn't seem like a threat." Tony explained "Though a few of them felt, familar..."
"L'inx clan." Tonya spoke up
Tony nodded in response to his twin sister.
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
"Space is a huge place i'd need to look at a star chart." Kala replied as she and her khajiit friend followed along.
*** Corneria ***
"Well I'm not very social, people tell me, since i kinda am well the only of my kind that I've ever seen." Riku sighed "Sure if you could use the help."
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Unlucky to have visited and crashed on that planet. Lucky to have survived and come back with a tale to tell," Weaver said with a sigh. "Ray actually did very well against the Flood. He found a flamethrower and torched a good chunk of them. Fire being an effective solution against living creatures is, I imagine, pretty universal, er, well, maybe multiversal."
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
The probes scattered in each cardinal direction, if that were even a thing on this planet. Each one mapped terrain data as they hovered about. Various shipwrecks were discovered, and one particularly large crater with the partially vaporized remains of a ship, almost as if a tactical nuke had been detonated. One of the most noteworthy discoveries was a strange facility of unknown purpose. The entrance was sealed, and the probe had no means of forced entry. Dusk marked the location on a map and made a note to send down an expedition once the probe had either safely scanned the vicinity of the facility or ran into danger. In the meantime, a small shuttle would be prepped to be deployed. A small excursion at first, as while a drop-pod may have been too small to come onto the sensors of any anti-air, a shuttle would most certainly be spotted.
There was one other concern. The Tempest's sensors were reporting strange readings. Dusk didn't quite know what it meant, but he did have a hunch that it was something bad. He'd need more data before choosing a course of action that wasn't cutting his planetary connection followed up with cloaking. The shuttle then would have to wait as power was diverted to sensors and shields. Several buoys were launched towards the direction of the particles. They were harmless, only being equipped with sensors, limited propulsion, and a self-destruct mechanism if ever they lost connection with the main vessel. No loose ends if they were captured.
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*Dragon’taan*
“Well,” Ray said with a slight smile. “I had played a bit of Halo 3 a few months ago. But, more realistic, there was an anomaly on my Earth that’s very similar to the Flood. SCP-610. A sort of flesh growth deep in Russia. Grew on inanimate objects, and infected living tissue. Easiest solution was to burn it, but there’s miles of tunnels. Or…there were. Not really my issue anymore.” He offered a forced smile, but there was a touch of sorrow behind it. “But, I digress.”
-Elsewhere-
Oh-Four offered an indifferent shrug. “I’ll have to thank this Kenobi, then.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis shook his head. “My apologies, Great Leader. But gathered intelligence doesn’t point anywhere. Vulkest,” the Mongdrigan turned to the Sith. “You suggested the dragon visitor from the jungle? Perhaps he will know of this holocron’s location. Unfortunately, I know of the holocron in name only. I’ve never seen one. I’d send my men to collect it, but they would not know what to look for.”
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** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"They're aware, but they want a recon group to go planetside and get a report of the event." Blaine replied, finishing his coffee. He then ordered for himself and Kozik followed suit.
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*** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Thrawn responded to Blaine. "Then let me give you a bit of intel - I have an old friend in the Cornerian Defense Force, General Greyson. He can give you the full report; word has it, he oversaw the resistance movement that was underway when the Sith Covenant reportedly occupied Corneria. He may have learnt of why they attacked." He directed an aside to Cindy, "I don't suppose you have any steaks here, do you?"
Evidently, neither Falco nor Katt got the message. They and Slippy approached the Fox. "Vince, this a friend of yours?" Falco asked.
"Old friend, but we were never formally introduced," the Fox replied. "Brett Harrigan. Oh, before I forget, my dad wanted me to tell you that Sierra Charlie's got an agent looking for you."
Falco's face immediately turned to subtle concern. "Slip," he said, directing his comment at Slippy, "Go get Fox and Fara. Now." Slippy nodded and hurried off. "Sierra Charlie's here on Dragon'taan?" he asked.
Brett shook his head. "Just an agent of hers. She's not stupid enough to cause a scene here."
*** On Board IRW Leahval ***
"I see," Sela responded. She shrugged, then directed a comment at her helmsman: "Helm, get us back to Dragon'taan, maximum warp." The Romulan at the helm nodded, and input the destination. "I won't ask what the son of Fox McCloud and the High General of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps were doing here, Kyle, seeing as we beamed you up from your lodge. What you do on your property is your business." She got up and approached Zack. "What I'm curious about, however, is why you both were in the same place. I was not aware that you knew Fox's son."
"It's a long story, Sela," Kyle sighed.
"We've got a little over an hour till we hit Dragon'taan, so humor me," Sela chuckled. "I always have time for another of your tales."
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I see," Jacqueline said as she sat back. Skye burped politely. "Forgive me for prying, Ray, but if you can't find the SCP in this 'verse, what will you do?"
"I was gonna ask him a similar question," Skye remarked, indicating Weaver.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Of course I do!" K'Tath shot back. "And I imagine we'll bump into them in the festival. Like I said, from Kyle's tone, he has a serious matter to discuss. He wouldn't say what."
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Why come to Dragon'taan or this museum? Museum's easy; I wanted to do something quiet with my time - I came to Dragon'taan because it's the one place the Corporate Sector Authority has zero jurisdiction," Desmond explained.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Galatae's Hanger ***
"Dare I venture a guess that you're referring to Kyle Indari's father and mother?" Blythe asked.
*** Dragon'taan, Residential District, Drakona Residence ***
"I see," Tyber responded. So what do we do till then?"
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You're out of luck there," Anika told Oh-Four, "Kenobi's dead. Been dead for a long time."
"Yeah, he was killed by Darth Vader just prior to the Battle of Yavin," Frye added.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"I have a few," John replied, "Need a hand conducting repairs?"
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
"Then let's hope the ship we're heading for has one," Ahkrin scoffed.
*** Dromund Kaas, Citadel ***
"Given that Sith and Jedi holocrons are different shapes, and that the holocron the Jedi were after was supposedly a Jedi holocron, it would more or less be shaped like a cube," Vulkest explained to the Mongdrigan. "If the dragon visitor knows where it is, we should be diplomatic with him; if we don't appear threatening to him, and certainly if we don't threaten or try to harm him, he may willingly divulge the holocron's location."
"I would advise as much, Ickthis," Malgus put in, "We are a different breed of Sith Order. The True Jedi Order made the mistake of attacking us unprovoked; this dragon visitor did not, if what I am hearing is correct. Make no move against him unless he makes one against you. Am I clear?"
*** Corneria ***
"Good, then sit tight and act natural. We're just two old friends having a friendly chat," Argus told Riku. "You hear about the Bentley gang?"
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
The concentration of Tetryon Particles seemed to move to avoid the probes' scans, and moved a little further away. That's when a large Tachyon emission would show up on sensors - directly astern of the Tempest. Whatever it was, it was massive, and only a few ships in the galaxy would match that kind of reading. The Tetryon concentrations seemed not to react to this.
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
"Contact's nowhere in sight," Akarkek reported. "They may have gone to another part of the city."
"What's this contact got, anyway?" Jaden asked.
"The last known whereabouts of Lord Furion," Franklin said. "We need to figure out where your wayward apprentice is, make sure he can't do any damage to the alliance between the Federation and Klingon Empire."
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh me? I'm just helping Ray here," Weaver said. "If we can't find the SCP... uh... place... then I'll help Ray carve out his own corner in this world since it's my fault he's here."
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
"Someone's here..." Dusk said to himself, watching the particles deliberately move out of the way of his scans. It was then that the massive signature appeared on the scanners. Dusk hesitated on whether to activate FTL and retreat, or to take a risk. None of the signatures had shot at him yet when clearly they, or at least one of them, had already spotted him. Just incase, he began to warmup the FTL drive on his ship so that he could jump the moment a weapon was fired. Then, he opened up his comms channel and made a public broadcast.
"Alright look, I can see you, both of you. What do you want? I'll take your silence as an indication for me to leave as I can only assume you're loading your guns if you haven't already."
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*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis saluted smartly. “Understood Great Leader.” He dropped the salute a moment later. “I suppose Vulkest can lead this delegation. We Mongdrigans aren’t known to be ah…tactful.”
*Dragon’taan, Sommerset Grill*
A look of sheer, unbridled panic seemed to shoot across Ray’s face for but a moment; the idea of the Foundation not existing shook him on a deep level.
“Ah…er…I don’t know. I-I’m a bit out of the loop, I guess. Your tech’s so far ahead of mine. I mean…the parts are- a-anyway. But, I’ll find the Foundation. It’s Omni-versal, to the best the researchers could discover. I’ve got this, like, gut feeling the Foundation’s around.”
-Elsewhere-
Oh-Four shrugged. “Huh. My kind didn’t know of any war, by and large. The scavengers reported as such, but Those Before called for a “turning in” for the entire clan. No one left except the scavengers. That’s why I became one, until I found this suit. My cluster was getting stuffy.”
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*** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"What kind Bantha, beef, sirlion? We have almost every steak in the galaxy." Cindy replied.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"You didn't seem the type last I recall, forgive me I think this is like the first time we've seen the rest of the family, they are usually busy.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Drake where did we leave that Dragon fruit drink?!" asked a white furred two tailed fox.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Coporate sector? what did you do that they'd care about?" Asara asked
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Galatae's Hanger ***
"Yes, I haven't met them in person yet, been quiet busy, Kylie invited the whole Indari and Tokarev family to this concert and me I guess." Tigress shruged "Anyway If you couldn't tell I'm the main Drummer."
*** Dragon'taan, Residential District, Drakona Residence ***
"Sol's or we could head to my Granddad's place." Shiloh shrugged.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"the help might make it faster." Alex replied " some of the droids need recharging so i'm a bit short on repair crew."
** Solstheim, Nirn ***
"I tried to grab one last time but something called me elsewhere." Kala replied.
*** Corneria ***
"Can't say I have." Riku replied.
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
"Why would he do that?" Tony asked
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** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan **
Blaine's irises flashed a quick orange glow, as his neural interface finished recording. "Okay, we'll make a point to contact this Greyson as soon as we step planetside." He replied to Thrawn, brushing his hair back.
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*** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Falco leaned down to whisper in Vince's ear, "Sierra Charlie - a codename we gave to the Sith Covenant during their occupation of Corneria. What your 'friend' is saying is that there's a Sith Covenant agent looking for us here."
It was then that Fox and Fara arrived. "Someone mind explaining what's going on?" Fox asked.
"Not here," Falco responded with a shake of his head. He looked to Harrigan. "You've got point, Brett."
"In any event," Thrawn stated, "Another place you could check out is Coruscant. We have a celebration coming up, ourselves - the Victory celebration, celebrating the founding of the Imperial Alliance and our victory over Palpatine and the Galactic Empire." he looked to Cindy. "I prefer Sirloin, please - medium rare."
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Despite outward appearances, I am a family man," K'Tath chuckled at Cobalt. He approached the front porch as Kira was walking out the door.
"Come on, Kanan! They're not gonna hold our reservations all day!" she called back to Kanan.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"Top shelf, honey! Unless Jason drank it," Drake called back.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Destroyed their progress looking into an Iconian Artifact they had no business messing with," Desmond responded.
"Statement: It was tampering with Iconian artifacts that caused the Hobus Supernova, if I recall," the HK Droid commented.
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"That's kind of you," Jacqueline remarked to Weaver. She looked to Ray. "Good luck finding the foundation. Meantime, enjoy the festival."
"If you do find the Foundation," Skye told Ray, "Might want to mention the Flood Quarantine to them. See if they can lock it down better and make sure no one ever falls victim to it again."
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Just then, Jess came back in. He pointed to Oh-Four and asked, "How soon can you be done with your suit? We gotta move."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan, Galatae's Hanger ***
"Yeah, I got that much - so you get set up, but if you want to know anything about me, just ask," Blythe said, giving Tigress an opportunity to make her own inquiries about him.
*** On Board IRW Leahval ***
"You may be reclusive, but we've had our eye on you for a while," Sela told Zack. "We have been considering offering you a job among us."
"Slow down, Sela," Kyle chuckled. "Zack's a bit out of the loop of late."
"Is he?" Sela responded. She looked to Zack. "Then you don't know?"
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
In response, John activated his comlink. "Captain Reznov to Wolfpack - Jeri, get over here with an engineering team, the captain of the Borealis is gonna need a hand getting the ship running again - let's be gone before Covenant reinforcements arrive." Not long after, an engineering team did, indeed, beam aboard, and set to work. "I gotta wonder - how'd you get trapped like this in the first place?" John asked Alex.
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
Ahkrin said nothing as they approached the center of the island, where sat a corvette-size vessel looking vaguely akin to the old Y-Wing. The boarding ramp was lowered, and it seemed the ship hadn't been touched in some time.
*** Corneria ***
"Well, they got their hands on a device from an archeological dig a few hundred klicks north of the city - something the Sith used in interrogations. Nasty device. The brass want it retrieved so they can hand it over to a Dragon'taan Je'daii that's coming here next week," Argus told Riku quietly. "Odds are, the Bentley gang aren't gonna hand it over willingly - recent intel indicates the theft of the device was part of something larger - in addition to it, it's that larger scheme I've been tasked with discovering."
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
"We don't know, and we aren't keen on finding out," Franklin said. "We need to find the contact."
*** Dromund Kaas, Citadel ***
"Then we'd better get going," Vulkest said. He started out the office, and headed down to where the dragon had been staying. Unsurprisingly, he was still there.
"Lord Vulkest," Mesmerin spoke. He noted Ickthis. "And Commander Ickthis. What brings the two of you here? Were you able to contain the Jedi?"
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
In response, the Tachyon emissions ceased as a Romulan D'Derridex Warbird de-cloaked astern of the Tempest. "Unidentified vessel - this is Commander Arriyu of the Tal Shiar Warbird Terror. We tracked a small band of Reman ships to this area. Do not interfere in this matter, and I can overlook your intrusion in a Tal Shiar operation," was the hail sent to Dusk by the Warbird.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Hey... how are we going to find this foundation anyway?" Weaver asked. "You said these guys wiped the memory of an entire world to remove an event from history. You don't pull that off without a lot of secrecy." He shook his head, "A-anyway we can worry about that later. We still have the festival. Who knows how much we've missed already? Heh, maybe we've already found the foundation and just forgot already."
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
"You'll expect no trouble from me," Dusk responded to the Terror. He could have revealed that he may have already detected the Reman ships, but he was told not to interfere, so that was exactly what he was going to do. He reasoned that even though the remaining cloaked ships didn't reveal themselves that they wouldn't do anything too overt in front of their pursuers, and thus leave him alone for the most part.
The expedition was resumed. Four short bipedal drones loaded onto a shuttle. Three of which were equipped for combat, and the fourth with engineering tools. The shuttle then embarked to the strange facility. Provided the shuttle wasn't shot out of the sky or befell some other ill fate, the four drones exited the shuttle when it landed and began to look for a way into the facility that didn't involve breaking the door down with force. It was at this point that Dusk discovered that the shuttle refused to take off and return. There was some kind of field on the planet that prevented anything from leaving.
Dusk gave a long sigh, "One-way trips until I figure out where this inhibitor is and knock it down. Annoying." He'd have to manage his remaining shuttles carefully if he wanted to bring anything that couldn't fit into a drop-pod.
-
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Well it's not like I can read your mind." Cobalt replied simply following along
"Sheese Kira I'm right here." Kanan responded.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"I thought he didn't like fruity drinks..." Amie replied.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Thaaat would not be a good thing, unless you know exactly what your doing Iconian tech is generally not something to mess with." Asara responded "And only One race, that I know of has even been able to figure most of it out." She added
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
" My friend here needed a ride to the planet for some artifacts I was the only ship in range to pick her up.. apparently the SC wanted the artifacts too." Alex replied explaining most of the trip then pointing to her dark furred Friend, Nari.
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
"That's not a ship class i'm familar with." Kala said as she and her kHajiit friend followed up the ramp.
*** Corneria ***
"Dang wish my friend Nari was here." Riku grumbled.
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
The two twins turned to face the sith master waiting for his responce.
-
*Dragon’taan*
Ray nodded. “Yeah, let’s focus on relaxing for now. The Foundation isn’t going anywhere.”
-Elsewhere-
“Suit’s been ready for a bit,” Oh-Four stated bluntly. “We were conversing. I did not want to interrupt.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis smirked. “The Jedi were captured, their leader I killed personally. Currently, my men are executing the prisoners, to be used for food or simply to be done away with.” He straightened his shirt before he continued. “Now, it has come to our attention the Jedi scum were hunting for an artifact. A holocron, specifically. We have come to you for information.” The Mongdrigan’s voice dropped to a hostile rasp. “I suggest you part with this information willingly.”
-
*** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"If there are no further delays, we should get moving - preferably before Sierra Charlie finds us here," Harrigan said, as he turned and started to lead the team through the crowd.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
Kira got into her jeep, and started the engine. Looking behind, she noticed K'Tath and Cobalt. "If you're looking for Kyle, he's not here - went off somewhere with an old friend," Kira told them.
"Old friend...? I wonder if she means Zack..." K'Tath mused.
*** Indari Manor, Dragon'taan ***
"You know our son is anything but predictable," Drake said as he started down the stairs. "Speaking of, where is he?"
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Alright then - let's mobilize," Jess said, "There's a ship waiting to take us to the first venue."
"Let's get goin, then," Anika proclaimed.
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You haven't missed a lot of the festival - it only just kicked off," Jacqueline said.
"I hear the Holodeck District's got a lot of historical programs they run for this occasion," Skye added. "Events that happened during the Marauder War and the conflicts leading up to it. A lot of people like to partake in that kind of thing."
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Really," Desmond remarked, "And who might that be?"
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"I see," John responded. "Then you are fortunate I responded when I did. Sith Covenant don't typically take prisoners, especially when hunting artifacts."
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
"Who do you refer to, my contact or my wayward former apprentice?" Alduah asked the twins.
*** Corneria ***
"Why? Is she good with Sith Artifacts?" Argus asked.
*** On Board IRW Leahval ***
"The Tal Shiar have you in their sights," Sela told him. "Word on the wire is, they're looking for your wife so they can draw you out."
*** Dromund Kaas, Apartments ***
Mesmerin was unfazed by Ickthis' hostile rasp. "No need to threaten me, Commander," he said calmly. "I would tell you about anything I know regardless. I have my own issues with this... True Jedi Order." He rose to his feet and went for one of his packs. "You probably didn't know this, but... I've been stranded here on Dromund Kaas for several years. My ship crashed several klicks north of the ruins of that temple. While scavenging, I came across a holocron..." He pulled out a clearly Jedi Holocron from his pack. "... The Holocron of former Jedi Battlemaster Draco Bellator. It's no coincidence that the Jedi showed up not long ago looking for this. It's unclear what could happen if they'd gotten their hands on this, but I don't need to tell you it would have been bad. He approached Ickthis and offered the Holocron. "Lord Malgus will want this, commander. Better it be in his hands than the Jedi."
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
The Terror continued to scan the area for the alleged Reman ships, but made no hostile move against Dusk or his expeditions. The strange concentrations of Tetryon Particles seemed to position themselves behind the Terror.
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*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Whose Zack?" Cobalt asked.
"Not off hand I'm sure he's around maybe playing with his wife they tend to like playing games outside and on the video system." Amie replied.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"The Cerinians, and that's only because they had a brief alliance with them before the fall." Asara replied
*** Corneria ***
"She's got a special talent for hunting them down without being driven insane by the various powers of the force." RIku replied "But on another not if we're going to be working together i guess I should let you know what I actually look like." Riku responded her facade of a female tiger fading revaling her metal grey colored fur and renamon body.
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
"Your wayward apprentice." Tony responded.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"Over my dead body..." Alex almost growled.
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** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"I'm familiar with the event, from my time of studying that part of the galaxy." Blaine replied, scratching his neck. Kozik, meanwhile, took out his holophone and took a moment to check for any messages from the Office.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Might be interesting," Weaver said in response to the historical programs, "Not sure how much of it I would remember later though. What do you think Ray?"
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
It wouldn't be much longer until the drones found the entrance to the facility already unsealed. First, the scout drone quickly went inside and began surveying the interior. The three combat and one engineering drone formed a defensive posture and slowly moved inside.
Conveniently, the Tempest's sensors had narrowed down where the inhibitor was down to the location of the facility. Dusk reasoned that all he needed to do now was to figure out how to shut the field off and he could begin retrieving the salvage that littered the surface. Of course... the inhibitor itself was a secret that would be worth a lot, and deliberately keeping it online would stop others from having easy access. Maybe the field could be toggled? Turn it off just long enough to escape with any loot, and then turn it back on. Then he could sell the secret to turning off the inhibitor. There was another major reason as to not leave the field off as well. The name "Flood Quarantine" was either a misnomer, or there was real danger lurking somewhere on the planet. Maybe leaving whatever was left behind stranded there was the best call, if such danger existed.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray nodded. “Sounds cool, though I don’t know what the Marauder Wars are. And I’ve never seen a hologram that wasn’t one of those little plastic things. Or on cards.” He fished into his pocket, pulling out the credits he’d been given. “I uh…what’s the tab on the meal?”
-Mercenary Enclave-
Oh-Four followed along, the head of General Grievous remaining upright and, almost, attentive.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis sneered, unimpressed with the holocron. “This is what we were after? This bobble?” He held it to his ear and shook it, listening.
-
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"The Marauder War is the historic conflict that was fought between the Dragon-Shifters of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps and the forces of the Necromyan Collective," Skye said. "It's a long story, but the basic gist is that the Necromyans tried to exterminate the Dragon-Shifters - no one can quite figure out why, but unconfirmed rumors say there was a hidden hand in the whole thing - and the Dragon-Shifters fought back, and won."
*** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Then I don't need to tell you what all is involved in it," Thrawn told Blaine. He paused, sipped his drink, then looked to Blaine and Kozik like he'd just remembered something. "There is another thing your employers might want to know - rumor has it, the forces of the Eternal Alliance were also present when the Sith Covenant were driven out. Curiously, intercepted radio messages indicate they, like the Sith Covenant, were looking for something. A curious coincidence, no?"
"Trust me, I would agree - but look around, son; too many civvies. Too much risk of collateral damage and civilian casualties," Falco told Vincent.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"I see," Desmond responded. "Forgive me for prying, Asara, but I'm curious... are you seeing anyone right now?"
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Old friend of Kyle's," K'Tath responded to Cobalt. "I don't know much about him, myself."
"Jason!" Drake called out, "Where are you?"
"I'm on the can, dad!" Jason called back. "Leylah and I were getting ready to head out!"
*** Mercenary Enclave, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
People that passed by Oh-Four were weirded out by his suit, but no one ever said a word as Jess led them to a waiting transport and boarded. Jess sat down in a seat and sighed. "God, I hope this goes well."
*** On Board IRW Leahval ***
"Believe me, we've been looking. She was last seen in a system neighboring here - we think she may be heading to Dragon'taan," Sela responded.
"For what purpose?" Kyle asked.
"We don't know - not conclusively," Sela replied. Indicating Zack, she added, "But rumors say she might be trying to link up with you."
*** Dromund Kaas, Apartments ***
"Yes - that 'bauble' contains the knowledge of the only Jedi Master who ever went up against the mad Sith Emperor Valkorion and won," Mesmerin responded to Ickthis. "And only a Force-Sensitive person can open it."
"So Malgus could access it," Vulkest surmised, "And perhaps keep such knowledge out of the hands of the True Jedi Order."
"I don't need to tell you how dangerous they would be if they'd gotten their hands on that. Draco Bellator was the most powerful Jedi Master the original Jedi Order had, before he left the Order citing various disagreements," Mesmerin said.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
As the repair teams went about working, John spoke to Alex, "Just out of curiosity, are you single?"
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
"Presently, I don't know what Furion's motives are - that's one thing I aim to discover," Alduah responded to Tony.
"Jaden to team - I think you guys had better get to the East Residential area. I found our contact," Jaden's voice said. Alduah and Bahkriid were the first to move, heading in that direction. When they got there, they saw the contact - an Orion - dead from a single disruptor shot to the middle of his chest.
"Well, hell," Bahkriid groaned.
"Search around - he may have left his coded black box," Alduah commanded.
*** Corneria ***
"Your looks don't matter - just your personality and reliability," Argus said. He downed another sip of his drink. "I gotta wonder, though - what's a girl like you doing going after a guy like me?"
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
Unexpectedly, a UNSC Punic-class Supercarrier dropped out of slipspace. The Romulan Warbird immediately moved away and cloaked. The UNSC Vessel hailed the Tempest: "Unrecognized craft, this is the UNSC Desert Brigade, state your intent."
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*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Why do you ask" Asara asked in reply "no not really I would be after my sisters mate ,but she already picked him out before I tracked her down."
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"I see well... let's see if Amie and Drake are around..." Cobalt replied.
Leylah walked up to drake and hugged him "he's been in there for awhile i think he ate something that 'locked' up his stomach.." Leylah Shrugged.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
With that question, Alex swung her arm around, if John didn't block it her arm would stop right next to John's cheek... She waited for John's reply...
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
"That's not a good sign." Tonya responded as she and her brother readied their lightsabers.
*** Corneria ***
"That's for me to know ,and you to find out." Riku responde with a smirk. "I just thought You'd rather see the real me instead of one of my disguises." she added
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeeaaah their victory is what's being celebrated right now if I remember, " Weaver said.
"I uh... wasn't paying attention to the prices too much," he replied to Ray. "Just what I got."
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
Grand. Another ship. Dusk should have known interest in the planet would skyrocket once word got out about it being relatively "safe."
"Cartography," Dusk replied to the UNSC vessel, which wasn't a total lie. "I'm not the only one here. One ship cloaked as you arrived, and another refuses to reveal itself."
The drones continued to busy themselves with mapping out the facility. One noteworthy discovery was the remnants of a battle. Bullet holes, scorch marks, and other signs of combat were present all surrounding a console. Upon further inspection, this console seemed to control the field that was inhibiting travel. The drones did not disable the field for the moment. Dusk would rather leave it on and ditch the drones rather than turn it off and let the freeloaders land their own craft consequence free. He had half a mind to destroy the console and prevent anyone else from easily enabling a ride home, if he were chased off that is. This was also assuming the console was the only way to shutoff the field, which it most likely wasn't.
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*Dragon’taan*
Nodding infrequently, Ray listened to the synopsis of the Marauder War. Though very few of the words bore any meaning to the agent. But, if there was a history expo along with it, Ray figured, the story would make more sense.
“Ah darn,” Ray sighed, setting out the credits on the table, inspecting them. “I didn’t even look at what mine cost. Wait…have we even gotten a bill yet? Do you still do paper bills?”
-Elsewhere-
Oh-Four would turn to look at any passerby who made too obvious a face, worried they was under threat. Not uncommon, their kind often got mistaken for parasitic life-forms of some kind or another. As they entered the transport, they sat with a huff. “A lot riding on this,” the synthetic voice enquired.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis nodded, not really paying the story much heed. ‘These Jedi are nothing,’ he thought. ‘What value could the ramblings of an old ex-Jedi really have?’
“Fascinating”, the veteran Mongdrigan said with a nod. “But we’ll take our leave. Deliver this to Great Leader Malgus as soon as possible, if the information is that dangerous.”
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** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"Now there's a name I haven't heard in a long time..." Blaine replied, remembering endless nights of studying what he could on the Eternal Alliance. He sighed and took a drink of Koziks' coffee, the wolf giving a look of slight disappointment.
"With so many fingers in this proverbial pie, this could cause a conflict. And Gods know, that's the last thing we'd need getting kicked off right now." The bear continued, following it with another sigh.
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*** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You've had prior interactions with the Eternal Alliance?" Thrawn asked Blaine, clearly interested. "Then you might know their Commander, Luro?"
"Let's move," Harrigan suggested, leading the group through the crowds, over toward a waiting transport.
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Almost on cue, the waiter came by with the bill - which Jacqueline volunteered to pay. "Well, there's plenty more to experience on Dragon'taan during this festival."
"And it runs all week long," Skye added. Looking to Ray and Weaver, she continued, "The Holodeck District would be a great place to start - the simulations are free for the festival. And I know several that would be great for you two."
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
While Tigress got ready for the concert, Blythe took the time to get updated regarding his shipboard maintenance. Nothing serious, but still important.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
The ship carrying Oh-Four, Jesse, Anika, Greg and Frye broke the upper atmosphere of Dragon'taan, and navigated to the edge of the system.
"Jess, any idea where we're going?" Frye asked.
"Some place called Torlan, is all I know - we're going to need to get through the qualifying rounds to get into the Tournament proper," Jesse said. He turned to Oh-Four. "Which reminds me, did you ever say what your weapon preferences were?"
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
K'Tath walked inside the manor, and immediately spotted Drake. "Drake," he greeted him, "And... your daughter-in-law? What was your name, again?"
"That's Leylah," Drake said. "Her mate is in the bathroom."
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Do I need a reason to be interested in someone?" Desmond responded to Asara. "I don't often meet other dragons."
*** Dromund Kaas, Apartments ***
Darth Vulkest left with Ickthis, and turned to face him. "Get that Holocron to Lord Malgus; I need to have a chat with our Dragon friends," he told Ickthis. "They need to be made aware of the Jedi in our midst."
Having passed on the Holocron, Mesmerin got his gear and set out to explore Kaas City.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"Is that you saying you are, or are you seeing if I'll flinch?" John asked amusedly.
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
The lot would fan out in the area. If Tonya looked near a pile of rubble, she would find a black item shaped much like an archaic VHS Tape with a port for a cord to attach it to a computer.
*** Corneria ***
"Playing hard to get, are you?" Argus scoffed. "My late wife was like that."
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
"We know about that one, we spotted him right before he cloaked," The Commander of the Desert Brigade responded to Dusk. "And if you're just doing cartography, be warned - reports indicate this world is infested with an unusual breed of Flood. We're here to deploy orbital probes to broadcast warnings to warn off approaching ships. Whatever you do, don't go down planetside - you won't be able to get off-world again."
Curiously, after the UNSC ship stated its intent, the strange concentrations of Tetryon Particles were nowhere to be found.
-
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
The band was mostly putting stuff together preparing the stage and such though server droids would attend to any guest serving drinks and food one walked over to Blythe and asked if he wanted anything.
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"Does he have cramps?" Cobalt asked Leylah.
*** Indari Manor Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Nice to see you again, Cobalt." Amie replied.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Perhaps.." Asara responded. "Odd you haven't seen a dragon on the Dragon-shifter's homeworld."
"I dunno, Leylah said reaching out through her mental connection with Jason "You okay in there, someone is asking if you have stomach cramps?"
Shiloh walked onto the grounds hoping her mate had followed "I hope your parents make the concert, Uncle Kylie really hoped the whole family would come." the dark colored Kitsune said.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"It is said Cerinian woman seek the best in a man strength, reflexes, and so on, I was just testing you ,but yes, I am single, why do you ask?"
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
Tonya took the device Tony looking oddly at it "Didn't know you were a collector of Antique's sister." he would say "I'm not but this is an odd device to find here in the First City.' She replied as the two followed along.
*** Corneria ***
"Ah so that's what your brooding over?" She asked "Yeah i like to, study my choice of a mate..." Riku added
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"That's kind of you," Weaver said in response to Jacqueline volunteering to pay. "What holodecks do you recommend?" he then said to Skye. "I guess some kind of introductory lesson would be a good start."
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
"That would explain the name other spacers gave the place," Dusk responded. The probes warning off other ships may have been a stroke of good luck. It would keep honest people out, but other spacers such as Dusk were still likely to ignore it. Even so, less eyes on the planet meant more opportunities to discover its secrets.
"When you say, 'I'll never be able to get off-world,' what do you mean exactly? That the Flood will eat me alive the moment I touchdown?" Dusk said, playing dumb. Any additional info he could gain from the Commander might be invaluable. Besides, portraying himself as the clueless cartographer who was in over his head would ideally ease any suspicion.
The Tachyon particles vanishing was concerning. Either way, Dusk had a hunch that they would return when the UNSC ship left. The drones meanwhile simply held their position. Dusk didn't know if they were scanning for electronic signals, or perhaps even more concerning psionic signals. The drones weren't just remotely controlled with traditional connections, but were reinforced with a psionic link. That way, the connection was more resistant to jamming. Sending less commands to the ground-team might hide the connection just well enough.
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*Dragon'taan*
Ray nodded to Jacqueline in thanks. "I do hope your holotech doesn't make me as I'll as the Foundation's did. Though, I'm sure it was just some sort of skip. Anyhow," the agent took a napkin and cleaned his paws. "I'll be happy to learn more all the same."
-Orbit-
"No," Oh-Four said. "I am capable with most weapons, though the circuits left in this suit seem to prefer melee weapons."
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis nodded and turned sharply, heading back to Malgus' throne room. He eyed the holocron, unimpressed. But, it was deemed important by Great Leader, so the old veteran kept his opinions private. As he reached the throne chamber, Ickthis called out .
"Great Leader? We have retrieved the...holocron? From the outsider."
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** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"We're...acquainted." Blaine said with a smirk. "Did a black operation with him and a few others. Can't say much more." He finished, noticing a group quickly leaving the cafe. He didn't pay it much mind, busy city and all.
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** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"Then you don't need me to tell you he can be a bit of a... wild card," Thrawn told Blaine. "His goals do not always align with others'. Keep that in mind if you ever see him. And for that matter, be careful if you run into High General Indari's cousin. Rumors in Imperial Alliance space point to him having something Luro was originally after. Possibly why he had been on Corneria."
The transport would whisk the group to a safehouse in the residential district - Harrigan ushered them inside calmly, where they found standard Dragon'taan ameneties. The door leading to the basement, however, was the only out-of-place thing in the house - it was secured with a keypad tied to a voice input device.
*** Dragon'taan Orbit ***
Jess curled his lips and nodded. "Fair enough. There'll be plenty of opportunity to use them where we're going"
At that, the ship went to Warp for Torlan.
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"The introductory simulations are a good place to start," Skye responded. "They tell the most in terms of what happened at the onset and where things went. Most first-timers start there, to get a sense of how the Marauder War started."
"People who have been to many Marauder Festivals tend to skip over those in favor of some of the more critical battles, and try and get different outcomes to what could have happened in those events," Jacqueline added.
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
Blythe gladly took a soda and sipped on it while his date got prepped. She had a strange allure to her - something he found interesting, considering he'd just met her.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"I didn't say I didn't see one here - I was referring to elsewhere in the universe," Desmond remarked. "But, to be honest, you're the first to approach and talk to me."
*** Indari Manor, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
A toilet flushing answered Leylah's question. Moments later, Jason emerged. "I'm fine, Leylah," he said. "Shall we get going?"
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"Strange... I'd have thought you'd be spoken for, already - nine times out of ten, if a woman like you doesn't have her mate here on the ship, he's usually close by ready to jump in when trouble strikes," John remarked.
*** Corneria ***
" 'Mate'. Hah. You just met me," Argus remarked. "Even so, we'd better get moving."
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
"That's it," Alduah proclaimed calmly. "That's the contact's black box. We'll need to decode it at the safehouse."
"I'll prep the decryption suite," Bahkriid said as she started back toward the safehouse.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Silence met Ickthis' statement, but moments later, Malgus emerged from the shadows of his meditation chamber, putting his mask back over the burned flesh of his face. "Very good, Commander," he told Ickthis, offering his hand for the holocron. "I trust our dragon visitor did not trouble you much over this?"
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
"No, although it remains a possibility that the Flood down planetside would eat you eventually - we actually refer to the dampening field surrounding the planet; once a ship touches down, the engines are rendered useless, and won't start. We don't know why the designer of this field engineered it that way. The last group to be stranded here was led by one of the Sangheili working within the UNSC, Zuka 'Vadam; he led a team to an alleged facility several klicks north of a starship graveyard present on the planet, where he was able to disable the field long enough for his Spartan companion to beam the lot out - that facility was the source of this new breed of Flood. The field and the computer system controlling it is highly resistant to any kind of tampering, with numerous safeguards and emergency measures present to prevent the field going down and allowing these Flood off-world. I don't need to tell you that Flood in any form loose in the galaxy is a cluster-f*** no one wants," the UNSC Commander explained to Dusk.
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*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
By now Tigress had her drums setup and was practicing in the air to test the positioning of everything including a couple of water bottles, she clearly would be here a long time.
Meanwhile three she wolves one grey one white and the last black furred were prepping their equipment it seemed like the grey wolf was on Piano the white bass guitar and the Black one main guitar.... A blue male would would be setting up a microphone, before he turned to his wife "You sure your able to do this?" He asked.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"To be fair you approached me, I only spoke to you." Asara replied.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"Did you see Nari the black vixen? Have you seen all the droids i have?" Alex asked "Most men are intimidated by me, which would be odd if this was a human ship ,but that's a whole nother box of lemons."
*** Corneria ***
"You'd be surprized what some girls can pick up on..." Rika noted, following with a nod.
** First City, Qo'nos ***
"hmm" Tonya said looking over the dead body "This kill was recent we should move to the safehouse with haste." Tonya said looking around her brother doing the same as they followed back to the safe house.
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*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, I'm ready to head off and go explore those introductory simulations when you are, Ray," Weaver said, standing up. "If you want to of course. I wouldn't say no to just milling about or finding a quiet place. Especially after what we've been through..."
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
"Not very strong safeguards if Zuka was able to temporarily shut it down, whoever he is," Dusk commented, "and very odd that the Flood originate from the very facility keeping everyone from leaving. It seems more like a trap than a prison. Lure unsuspecting victims with the only means of escape." There was a pause before Dusk suddenly swore and muted himself as he quickly turned his attention back to his drones currently located within the infected facility. His only guess as to why his drones weren't scrap metal right now was because they couldn't be infected for obvious reasons. Maybe they were just uninterested?
Dusk unmuted himself, "New breed of Flood? I assume more dangerous. On that note actually... is anyone planning on just... destroying the planet? It seems the safest albeit most expensive option. I don't think anyone is alive on this rock."
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***safehouse, residential district, Draco city, Dragon'taan***
Vince was feeling all kinds of emotions to put it simply..excitement both good and bad, although keeping a lax smile his eyes held a concerning expression, this sith covenant seems to have a lingering effect, with his father only recently recovering from a sith spirit possession doesn't help with the fact that these sith covenant are after his family, even more so if they have information on his father how long would it be until they find out about his mother. The news of lylat being attacked by them makes him feel anxious about the situation, his racing thoughts where causing him to pace back and fourth. 'Why didn't I let her know? I can't believe how stupid I was, why did I leave her behind?', thought to himself as his pacing increased.
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***safehouse, residential district, Draco city, Dragon'taan***
Suddenly vince's vision would darken for a second, then return to normal, but now there was a blue vixen in the room, similar to Krystal yet not Krystal, only her blue eyes would prove she's not Krystal "Vince huh? Curios your aura feels familar yet not at the same time, could you tell me who your mother is by chance?' The vixen would ask, in reality no one else in the room could see the vixen or hear her, if vince said anything to her she would look at him af it listening and her ears would perk ,but to others he'd be talking to thin air.
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*Dragon'taan*
Ray stood, nodding in thanks to Jacqueline and Skye. "Time to hit the dusty trail. Thank you, ladies, for the meal." He patted himself down before turning for the door.
*Warp*
Oh-Four watched in awe as space and time bent around the vessel. It never ceased to amaze the little fuzzy thing.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis nodded. "Yes m'lord. The visitor didn't give us any trouble." He stood silent a moment, before a thought creased his face with worry.
"Which, upon reflection, is very suspicious. He did not ask for anything in return. And it is very strange that he made his way through the forest with little trouble." The veteran eyeballed the holocron. "I suspect the information to be bait, Great Leader."
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***safehouse, residential district, Draco city, Dragon'taan***
Vince stopped in his pacing, he looked at her with a focused expression as he made a sound to that of a strong gust of wind in response to her question.
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*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"I'll be fine, honey," Vitani responded.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Regardless, I imagine there's more to see on Dragon'taan than this museum," Desmond stated. "Do you live here?"
*** Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Take care, you two," Skye said with a bright smile.
"Come on, Skye - let's see when the concert kicks off," Jacqueline suggested.
***safehouse, residential district, Draco city, Dragon'taan***
"Try and relax, Vince," Katt told Vince. "You're gonna hurt yourself if you keep that up."
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"I see," John said as he crossed his arms. "See, that's like me - you'd think being the son of legendary Admiral Ketorr Reznov would afford me my pick of women, but honestly, most women fear me. Must be my father's sterling reputation that makes me seem out of their league... either that or they're intimidated by a Worgen Dragon-Shifter."
*** Corneria ***
Argus led Riku out to the street, down the winding paths and into an alleyway with a dead end. On the far end was a door. Argus turned to Riku. "Can you run a bypass on a door control panel?" he asked.
*Warp*
Most of the crew decided to get some sleep - except for Anika, who was reading a magazine she found.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Malgus nodded as he set the holocron on his desk. "A distinct possibility," he told Ickthis. "But it's just as possible he may be truthful. As for getting through the forest with little trouble... that raises the possibility that he's been here for some time. Did he ever say how he came to be here?"
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
"I'm not at liberty to discuss what is being decided over this world," the UNSC Commander stated. After a pause, he added, "But, off the record, I agree with you that this world seems like a trap, but who set it and who their intended victim is, is not clear. On the other hand, this could very well be an elaborate scheme by someone down there to breed a new variant of Flood by luring spacers here - like you said, with the only means of escape - and build an army of them. Unfortunately, sensors can't detect anyone down there, so we have no idea who is behind this and what their goals are."
Interestingly, those strange concentrations of Tetryon Particles were back, dead astern of the UNSC ship.
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*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"Well then I think we might be able to kick off the concert soon." Kylie replied "I have an intro song we'll start on."
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"I'm the sister of General Indari's son's wife." Asara explained.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"similar I think my adopted mother is the one who accepted your father if not helped them aquire stuff." Alex replied.
*** Corneria ***
"it's been awhile, let's see if I still remember." Riku said bypassing the door.
*Nirn Solstheim*
"so where to now?" Kala asked her khajiit friend following along.
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*** Outside Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Weaver waved goodbye at Skye and Jaqueline, "Thanks! It was fun," and then followed Ray out the door.
"Okaaay, so, was it the Holodeck District that we wanted to head to?" Weaver said, already getting his suit to come up with directions. "I can lead us there in a moment or two, if you want."
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
"Well if someone starts blowing up the planet I'll know pretty quick I imagine," Dusk said. His sensors blipped, showing that the Tachyon Particles had returned. "Hopefully you've already detected the Tachyon particles that just appeared behind you," he paused. If the UNSC ship left, Dusk would still have to contend with the cloaked ships alone. Either he'd need to abandon the expedition, or take a risk.
"What if I told you I had a way of accessing the planet? Your scans may not work, but a few expendable remote drones won't be missed. As it so happens I have a few on my ship. Like I said, I'm doing cartography; obviously I can't do any salvage. I'd be willing to relay my findings to you, but only if you keep those cloaked goons away from me." Dusk was expecting to receive a negative response, as he imagined it would be against some kind of protocol. Still, it was this or risk getting jumped by cloaked vessels.
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*Outside Summerset Grille, Dragon'taan*
Ray nodded. "That was the plan. I'd like to get caught up with this universe's goings on." He stopped and turned to face Weave. "Thank you, by the way."
*Warp*
Oh-Four watched the stars for a bit longer, before they realized Anika was awake. They thought about speaking with her, learning about the outside world. But, they chose instead to pop free of their harness and start adjusting the suit again. It wasn't really a necessity, more out of bored habit than anything else. The small black fuzzy thing chittered and wheeked as it tightened and untightened harness points intermittently. After a few minutes, the small wrench they held jumped from his nubby grasp, skittering loudly across the hull of the ship. Oh-Four let out a quick whistle, a swear by their people's language, and leapt after it. Like a little black cannon ball, Oh-Four scuttled after their wrench, looking like a spherical mouse-droid.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis nodded. "Yes m'lord. He claims to have been crash-landed here for some time. I don't trust him fully." He gave Malgus a sharp salute. "I can have my men keep watch on him."
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** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"Well, I guess our vacation may be getting cut short, buddy." Blaine sighed, parting Kozik on the shoulder who scowled in return. "Okay, one day and then we'll need to get onto Corneria. Is that easy to do since the attack, Thrawn?" He asked, leaning slightly closer.
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** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"Can't imagine why not," Thrawn responded to Blaine.
*** Outside Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The city seemed more bustling, with people enjoying a wide variety of activities. There was a taxi station nearby, with presently no one in line for it.
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
Blythe just sat back in his seat, enjoying a nice, ice-cold cola.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
It took Desmond a few moments to process that comment before comprehension dawned. "Oh! I see, you live at Indari Manor... I had no idea," he said.
"Statement: It would be interesting to see the Manor from the inside, Master," the HK Droid commented.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"Hnh. We'll have to discuss this in greater detail once we get back to Dragon'taan," John said. "Which reminds me, how much longer till your engines are operational again?"
*** Corneria ***
"Impressive," Argus commented as he raised his rifle. "Could have used you when I accidentally locked myself out of my house last year." He started inside, making sure the immediate vicinity was clear, then motioning for Riku to enter. "These bastards start shooting, shoot back. I'm not exactly getting paid to keep any of these f---ers alive."
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
Sitting where Miraak's Temple once stood was a ship - a Corvette-size version of the Y-Wing, with much heavier armaments. Ahkrin approached the vessel, and typed in a command into the gauntlet she was wearing. Immediately, a boarding ramp lowered from the aft of the ship. "Hnh. So it does work. Convenient," she remarked. She then started inside.
*Warp*
"You certainly like that Harness of yours," Anika commented.
*Dromund Kaas*
"That won't be necessary, Ickthis," Malgus told Ickthis. "Bring him before me - I'd like a word with him. And do not harm him unless he tries to harm you - clear?"
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
"Tetryon Particles?" the UNSC Commander repeated. There was a pause, before he could be heard saying, "What are the Remans doing way out here...?" In an aside directed at Dusk, he said, "You don't have anything to worry about as far as the Tetryon Particles are concerned; they typically indicate the presence of a cloaked Reman ship. It's odd they didn't try to establish communications with you. Wait... you mentioned another ship in the area, one that cloaked right as we got here. Was it Romulan?"
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*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"Right well, Vitani if you don't mind sitting back for the intro songs, we'll begin, why don't we go grab a drink the rest of the band can handle this..." Kylie said to his wife as he put his mic back on the stand. When he left weather or not Vitani followed the stage lights would turn on and the broadcast of the concert would begin... the broadcast would display the bands name in some spectacular fashion "Kylie and the She-nines's" followed by a intro card to the first intro song. Only two of the band member Tigress and a grey she-wolf Lupe would play Tigress on the drums and precussion and Lupe on a keyboard
https://www.youtube.com/embed/h0E5u9q4JLo
Meanwhile back in the guest seating Krystal turned to look at Markus "I gotta say Kylie really does his job well with the band, you think they're gonna repeat any songs this year?"
Shiloh turned to Tiber "I told you you didn't want to miss this, I hope your parents enjoy it too." the dark furred two tailed fox said to her mate
A droid would come to blyth and aked if he wanted a refill.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Is it that hard to figure out?" Asara asked, turning to the HK droid "It is quiet interesting for the first time but when you live there it becomes normal."
** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"Why you in a rush? Alex asked looking at something in the corner of her eye on her mobile hud piece, as a loud pa speaker chime would come over the pa system a B1 droid voice saying "Ladies and gentlemen, we apologize for the delay, we are now returning to our normal route and will be back in the Dragon'taan system within the hour..."
"Does that answer question?" Alex asked "Sometimes listening to the same b1 droning voice gets annoying so i enabled their personality protocols.." the blue vixen shrugged.
*** Corneria ***
"Your joking right?" Riku asked, a glow of green energy emitting from her paws once she got inside. "Don't need to tell me twice."
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
Kala and Keri would follow along up the ramp "Hmm interesting ship, where did you get it?" Keri asked While Kala found herself a seat.
After awhile Kala would turn her head to face Ahkrin "Before we leave, I would like to ask you one quick favor."
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*** Outside Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Weaver pointed at the taxi station, "We should probably take a taxi. The holodecks aren't in what I would call walking range." The spider made his way to the station, making sure not to lose track of Ray.
Upon approach, he asked, "Hey uh... this is a taxi right? We need to get to the holodeck district. How much is that going to cost us?"
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
"Yeah, a Romulan warbird going by the name of Terror." Dusk responded. "They said they were looking for Remen ships, but then told me not to interfere, so I didn't."
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray meandered after Weaver, hands in his pockets and just taking in the sights. Guess this was life, now, he figured. A fish out of water, like the first who changed, way back when. When Homo sapiens still roamed free. Goodness, what a time. Even now packs of the things still come from the concrete forests. Or, they did anyway. It wasn’t too big an issue now. A nagging was itching at the back of Ray’s brain though. It took him walking up beside Weaver to remember.
“My suppressants,” he said, clapping a paw to his forehead. “I didn’t take any with me.”
*Warp*
Oh-Four, taken aback by Anika addressing them, squeaked and chittered at her, standing up and gesticulating with their tiny limbs. It took them a moment to realize they weren’t being translated, and shuffled back to the suit, still chittering away. Once back in the harness, the synthesized voice picked up.
“…embarrassing, can’t believe I forgot. Ah, good. Transmitting again.” Oh-Four nodded, the head of Grievous lolling with the movement. “Yes, the suit allows me to be more capable than usual. My kind used to hide away on vessels, not captain them.” He motioned around. “Of course, now we can be welcomed as passengers too. There was a time we were incinerated, like our ancestors. An infestation, they were called. And they were right. Self-breeding creature can quickly ruin a ship, if left unchecked. Of course,” they added with a pause. “We regulate our population very much on the flotilla.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis nodded. “Yes M’lord.” He turned on his heel and headed back out of the tower, heading back for the stranger. Once at the door, the veteran Mongdrigan knocked none too gently.
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** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"Good. I'm sure we can set up some sort of transport. Kozik, what about our gear?" Blaine asked, turning to the wolf.
"Had it transported with our regular luggage to the hotel." Kozik replied, putting the hood up from his service jacket.
"Well, I guess at this point, it's a day of sightseeing. Always wanted to come to this side of the galaxy for something other than work. Guess this'll do for now." Blaine commented, setting a billfold of local currency on the table for the waitress.
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** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"Indeed - many come to Dragon'taan to partake in the Marauder Festival... but to the Dragon-Shifters, the festival holds great importance. Especially to High General Indari, himself - he fought in the war, and lead the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps to victory. It opened his eyes to the dangers that lurk out in the depths of space. Some say, at that final battle, Zuil Kuudaako told him of something that shook him to his core. No one knows what it is, but the experience left him forever changed, even as his children grew up. I imagine it's what Kuudaako told him that has him so vigilant - always looking for the next threat," Thrawn told Blaine.
*** Outside Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"For the duration of the festival, all taxi fees are free," said the lady manning the station. She plotted the destination, then indicated a taxi speeder. "Enjoy!"
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"Wouldn't surprise me," Markus commented.
"Speaking of my parents, where the hell are they?" Tyber asked.
Blythe nodded, affirming he did, indeed, want a refill.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"So I imagine--" Desmond was cut off by the sound of broadcasted music. "... hnh. So that's why that ship was there."
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
"Damn, that's not good. If there's a Romulan Warbird here, chances are they may be after whatever is here - and since you mentioned the Remans, chances are, they don't want the Remans to interfere," the UNSC Commander said. "Strange the Romulan ship didn't fire on you right off the bat. They usually don't take kindly to others being present in their operations. Then again, this is well away from Romulan Space, so..."
As it happened, the concentrations of Tetryon particles arrayed themselves around Dusk's ship. It was almost as though they were moving to surround him.
*Warp*
"I see," Anika said. "Just out of curiosity, what is your kind called? I've never encountered your like before."
*Dromund Kaas*
No sooner than when Ickthis knocked did Mesmerin answer the door. he bowed respectfully. "I was not expecting to see you again so soon, Commander. Is something wrong?"
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"Not really in a rush, just want to get underway in case Sith Covenant Reinforcements come here," John said. "If your engines are running, I can get back to my ship and we can haul ass to Dragon'taan. Hope I didn't miss too much of the festival... Lian would never let me live it down..."
*** Corneria ***
The warehouse was eerily quiet as Argus and Riku crept through the halls. It almost seemed as though no one was there... until they got to a storage room. Inside was a mess of blood and bodies.
"What the hell...?" Argus said. "The gang... they've all been butchered!" He went to one of the bodies, examining it. "These blade injuries... where have I seen this before..?" What Argus wasn't currently seeing was one body hanging by his feet from the roof. A telltale sign of a particular MO.
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
"And what favor might that be?" Ahkrin asked as she went through the ship's systems, checking everything before takeoff.
*** Freeside, Earth-Foxtrot ***
From a custom-designed home known as "Liberty Loft" in the neighborhood of Freeside, emerged an odd Vulpine. She had her father's black fur and vague white stripes, another father's strength and skill, and her mother's telepathy and beautiful features. She was decked out in patchwork combat armor she'd pieced together over several years, was armed with a weapon resembling the Thompson, but chambered in 6.8mm rounds, and she had on a pair of sunglasses. Freesiders knew her well.
Eliza Indari-Tokarev. Rumors circulated about her - how she was immortal due to something the Enclave did to her when they created her. How she had healing abilities no mortal ever had. No one could prove any of it. What was definitive, however, was her combat skills and attitude. She didn't f--k around, and she didn't take anyone's s--t. Someone tries to screw with her, she puts a bullet in their skull. That Thompson - which she kept referring to as the "Jonnygun" - was not the only weapon in her arsenal.
So, on emerging from Liberty Loft, she headed to the New Vegas Strip, having received word from the NCR Embassy that they needed her for something. Something that would take her to the cold, frigid north...
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*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"We'll he is kinda limited to the songs they can play." Krystal replied
Shiloh looked around the rooms "I dunno I hope they make it.." the black furred vixen sighed.
A droid would refill Blythe's drink soon after the other had left.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Kylie and the She-Nine's tend to attempt a concert every festival." Asara noted.
*** NCC Borealis, Deep Space ***
"There's always the live broadcast." Alex said "We'll be on our way as soon as your back on your ship, don't want to interupt the transport at all."
*** Corneria ***
Riku sniffed the air. "ugh they've been here for awhile." The tall grey vixen replied covering her nose with one hand while the other still eminated some green energy, palm fingers half open revealing some of her palm.
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
"Can you drop me off for a second near High Hrothgar?" Kala asked."Just hover over the place i can get there and back myself.."
*** Freeside, Earth-Foxtrot ***
Coming out of the King's School of Impersonation a silver furred vixen and an odd anthro nightstalker turned towards the strip. "Are you sure Richard knows where we are?" asked the nighstalker girl "He can handle himself Risa, come on the NCR won't wait for the King's response forever..." Kara the silver vixen grumbled.
Though not common to the area most would know the two Kala a technologically gifted silver vixen thought to be one of the enclaves former experiments with the FEV, which showed by her advanced armor which wasn't as big or bulky as power armor but her powered light armor which looked ver much like UNSC ODST battle armor showed off to most troublemakers to stay away aside from the modified BR85 Style battle rifle on her back.
Risa on the other hand was another experiment with the FEV using local Fauna, Kara had found her in a Former Enclave Lab somewhere in the Mojave, well trained by her silver vixen friend,the nightstalker also wore similar armor and had similar equipment but on her back was some sort of large crossbow like weapon.
Both were mercenaries that generally worked for the good of the people eliminating bandits and other trouble that popped up in the Mojave, though today they were just couriers and Kala though traveling together would ward away most troublemakers from them, though the silver fox knew that some Crazy Raider hooked on chems would be stupid enough to try.
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*** Outside Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Uh... stabilizers?" Weaver asked Ray. "I mean... I know of one kind of stabilizer, but I don't know if that's the kind you mean. Is this something we need to visit a clinic or hospital for?" he motioned to the taxi, "er... if they even have what you need. No idea if anyone here has even remotely seen what your biology looks like."
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
"Not to cut you off, but I have a potentially dire situation. The cloaked ships are trying to surround me. I'm initiating a small skip." Luckily Dusk had already warmed up his FTL drive. A jump however would have him lose connection to his drones planetside. He could re-establish connection later, but in the meantime they were effectively lost. A shame, but he could always build replacements if needed.
The Tempest was designed with three strengths in mind: detection, remote operations, and evasion. The FTL drive could perform a small jaunt rather than a full jump.
With a flash of light, the Tempest lurched forward halfway across the star system. In its place was an ECM (electronic counter measures) buoy, which was capable of wreaking havoc against unshielded electronics, and heavy interference with those that were. Hopefully this was able to disrupt any locks the cloaked ships may have had, and at best, though unlikely, shutdown the cloaks and reveal their position to everyone. The radius of the interference was not large enough to affect the Desert Brigade.
"What a pain," Dusk murmured. The FTL drive prepared for yet another jump.
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray shook his head. “No no. They’re…impulse suppressors. Ah…what’s the word…instinct! Instinct suppressors. Me only being three generations away from the original, I still have a few pre-evolution instincts still around. They’re not as bad as the second gens, but they can get frustrating. Spooked by sudden light, fear of all manner of unnatural things. Oh, and the whole…” He rubbed his paws together for a brief moment. “An ancient gesture, something we phased out because, well…verbal communication. Things like chittering too, the suppressant force my brain to use common English, instead of the old tongues.” He scratched his chin as he boarded the indicated speeder. “I do wonder if we could get it synthesized. Would take a bit of brain poking though.”
*Warp*
Oh-Four shrugged. “My kind never named ourselves. No reason, we were isolated. Though, some of the archivists dug up information our predecessors. Pests, infestation. Though I believe the Federation called us…what was it…Toggles? Tickles? No…” They snapped their metallic fingers.
“Tribbles.”
*Earth Foxtrot*
As Eliza left her home, and began her stroll down the shady streets of Freeside, a rotten door exploded into splinters, as a small humanoid figure crashed through, sent sprawling by the Super Mutant trying to shuffle through the doorway. The mutant growled, baring large flat teeth at the supine man.
“If I see you in Freeside without my money, Monroe, I’ll kill you myself!”
Monroe gathered himself, dusting off the jumpsuit he wore as he stood. Klink Monroe was a diminutive man, marked by large ears, big eyes and pointed countenance. A fine pelt of dull khaki and deep brown covered him, with stripes running up and down his ears. He only stood at about Eliza’s knee, but his personality made up for his small stature.
“Some people, I tell ya.” He turned a broad smile up to the well armed Vulpine woman, his pearly-white needle-like teeth glinting in the Nevada sun, a flash of a gold incisor nearly blinding. “Hello, miss. I’m looking for work. You hiring?”
Upon his hip was an odd multitool. Wrist mounted, the thing brandished several tools, from precision cutters to self-powering torches and impact drivers. Monroe offered a small paw up, holding it high above his head.
“Klink Monroe, mechanic and tinkerer.”
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis shook his head. “By order of Great Leader Malgus. Quietly, if you would.” He motioned out back towards the command center. “Unless that will be a problem, then by all means,” a vile grin crossed the veteran’s lips. “Resist.”
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** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"With what's out there, can't say I'd blame 'em." Blaine replied, taking a moment to look around the cafe before standing up and throwing his backpack on. Kozik followed suit, zipping his jacket up.
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Vince nodded in agreement, he looked to see if the blue vixen was there only to find that she wasn't.
"You saw her too right?"He asked Katt.
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*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
Katt frowned at Vince. "Saw who?" she asked.
** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan **
Thrawn sighed, downed the last of his drink, paid for it, and rose to his feet. "I imagine, now that the concert is kicking off, I need to be somewhere. A pleasure to have met you, mister Blaine," Thrawn told Blaine.
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"Wouldn't hurt him to branch out a bit," Markus responded. He looked around. "Where's Saraabi and the kids? They said they'd be here."
"You hope who makes it?" came the voice of Tyber's father. Tyber turned to see Viktor and Kabby both approaching.
*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle sat in a reclining chair under the huge Cerinian starship that was hosting the concert, drinking sodas. "How long has it been, Zack? How long has it been since you and I have been able to just sit here and relax?" he asked his old friend.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Who?" Desmond asked, clearly confused.
*Earth Foxtrot*
Eliza took the diminutive creature's paw in a polite handshake. "Eliza Indari-Tokarev - and company is always good, though word from the office has it I'm likely traveling someplace far up north." She turned and resumed course for the Strip. "Hope you're not too adverse to snow."
*Dromund Kaas*
Mesmerin was unfazed by Ickthis' posturing. "No need to threaten me," he told the Mongdrigan. "If Malgus wishes to see me, I will answer him. Please - take point."
*Warp*
"Well, you're certainly larger than a Tribble; I would know - my cousin had one as a pet," Anika remarked. Just then, Frye came back from the bathroom.
"You'd think that at Transwarp, this'd be a shorter trip..." she muttered.
*** Corneria ***
While examining the bodies, Argus seemed not to notice the corpse hanging from his feet from the ceiling. "Rika, you seen anything like this before? Blade injuries and plasma burns in the same scene?"
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
"I suppose I could, just make it quick," Ahkrin responded. She brought the ship to life, retracted the boarding ramp, and started the trip. It wouldn't be long before she was hovering over the courtyard. "Make it snappy," she said, "I wanna be gone before those douchebags in black realize I have this thing."
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
After going over the data left on the black box, Alduah, Bahkriid, and their party were now heading for their ships at a hurried pace. "Hurry, everyone - I don't want to give Furion a chance to high-tail it." He and Bahkriid boarded a DMC Stingray-class Attack Corvette. Jaden was already getting onto his Z-95, and Akarkek and his crew boarded their Mantis.
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
As it happened, the jump that the Tempest made shorted out the cloaking devices of four Reman-Refit T'Varo-class Light Warbirds. However, curiously, the Warbirds weren't facing towards where the Tempest had been - they were facing away from it, as though shielding it from something. Almost as though on cue, the Terror de-cloaked and started for the now-disabled Reman ships.
"How curious - I tell you not to offer aid to these Reman Rebels, and what do you do? You disable them for me. How kind of you," the Commander of the Terror messaged Dusk.
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*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"They have a certain style they need to stick with also he has some limits." Krystal noted
"Well you two of course." Shiloh replied "Good to see you Kabby, Viktor what took you?
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Wow you must be new here to not know the most popular band on Dragon'taan." Asara replied
*Earth Foxtrot*
"Snow?" Risa asked as she and her friend passed by Eliza and the smaller figure not paying them much mind. "Worry about cold later, Risa we need to get this message to the embassy before the King sicks Rex on us again."
*** Solstheim, Nirn ***
Kala jumped out of a random air lock transforming mid air to a dragon and flew to the top of the nearby mountain, not a minute later the same dragon could be seen flying back and flew straight towards the ship Keri opened the airlock only for Kala back in her smaller wolf form flew into the air lock and skidded to a stop inside. "Paarthurnax understood, we will resume our normal meetings when we get back." she explained.
*** Corneria ***
If the blade and plasma injuries were the same i'd say a random lightsaber user ,but this partiuclar case screams Yautja to me." Riku replied.
*** First City, Qo'nos ***
the twins followed along keeping with the group "Then there is no time to waste." Tonya noted.
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*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
Vince frowned in response.
"I don't know, she asked me who my mother was.", Vince stated.
"She was a fox like Krystal just.. younger", he added.
*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
Zack took a deep breath in through his nose and let it out slowly.
"Not since.... Well ever it seems, I don't think we ever have, I mean after the Aparoids invaded the complex Star, went MIA, I went AWOL from the DMC, for good reason I mean sure the Ranch was a nice spin down only for things to get difficult later down the road", Zack responded as he materialized a potato chip before eating it.
He then produced another. "Chip?", He asked as he offered Kyle one.
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*** Outside Summerset Grille, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I suppose we should get you checked out sooner or later," Weaver said. "Whenever you're up to it of course. I guess I'll leave it up to you whether we head to the museum, or to some medical center. I know it's a celebration and all... but... this seems a little important. I've got my meds on my ship that's docked here, and if I was missing those I would've panicked, and I don't even need those to live." Weaver boarded the vehicle, ready to take off for whichever destination.
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
"Refusing to respond to my hail, then sneaking up behind me doesn't exactly inspire confidence," was Dusk's response to the Terror. The fact that the ships were facing away from the Tempest was a little strange, but it hardly discounted them as a threat for the simple fact that aft weapons existed. Maybe they were trying to protect him from something, but surely that wasn't the case as if there were anything still hostile, Dusk would have detected it by now, or at least that's what he thought. This was supposed to be a solo op anyway. Maybe the Terror would leave after it dealt with the rebels. Their fight was none of Dusk's concern.
The Tempest continued at sub-light speeds towards the edge of the star system, away from all three of the faction's ships, as to avoid any retribution from the rebel ships, and as to make himself a non-threat to everyone else. Then he'd wait to see if he was chased out of the system, or if what was left from the imminent confrontation had cleared out on its own. Perhaps Dusk made too rash of an action and made a grave error in dropping the buoy. At the same time this wasn't Dusk's fight, and he had no allegiance. Maybe this was instead the best course as it would get everyone to leave, for better or for worse.
The ECM buoy at this point had run its course and powered off.
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*Dragon'taan*
Ray shrugged. "I'll live without them. It's more a frustration thing, but it can wait. To the museum!" He declared, unsure of how to activate the speeder.
*Earth Foxtrot*
Immediately, it would be apparent that Klink was very light. He was nearly shaken off his feet by the handshake.
"Not at all," he said after regaining his balance. "I hardly feel the cold much anyway. Where're ya goin' up north? I've got a...buddy...up north. She might have some supplies should we need them."
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis nodded, and turned on his heel. His stride was measured, a militaristic march towards the command center. "Good," he grunted. "I'd hate to dirty up the command center."
*Warp*
"A genetic ancestor," Oh-Four said. "My kind are a sort of offshoot. Though, some still bear the curses of those before." They turned sharply as Frye exited the bathroom.
"I would not know," they admitted. "My kind don't have any faster-than-light capabilities. Besides any host ships we may sneak aboard."
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*** Dragon'taan ***
The speeder console would light up with their intended destination after Ray spoke, waiting for someone to engage on the route.
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"Odd you saw them but we didn't," Katt remarked. "But take my advice, you'll want to keep that to yourself."
"Don't want anyone thinking you're crazy, kiddo," Falco added. "Not the kind of attention you'd want."
*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"Please," Kyle responded, accepting the offered chip. "I have to wonder - where's Wolf? Star Fox is here, I'd have thought Star Wolf would be here too."
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"What kind of limits?" Markus asked.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"I would have thought that much was obvious," Desmond stated.
"Query: Are we going to stand here the entire time, or is there a destination in mind?" the HK Droid asked.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Mesmerin followed the Mongdrigan on his route, never falling behind. In the back of his mind, he wondered what exactly Lord Malgus wanted to see him about.
*** Torlan Orbit ***
The ship shuddered slightly and there was the classic sound of slowing from Transwarp, right before the Captain of the vessel announced over the intercom, "Ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain - we have arrived over Torlan. Please take your seats and fasten your belts before we make the descent into the atmosphere."
*** Earth Foxtrot ***
"Odds are, I'm heading to the Portland area. Help some NCR allies up there," Eliza said. "But that's just my theory. The message sounded urgent, and I have no idea why they want me up there so bad." She paused as the two were allowed through the gate. "Portland can be a very... hostile environment, between the Scavs and the weather."
*** Skyrim, Nirn ***
"Great, can we go now?" Ahkrin asked irritatedly. "Should have been gone an hour ago."
*** Corneria ***
It was then that Argus noticed the body hanging from the ceiling. He heaved a heavy sigh, then said, "Yeah... Yaut'ja sounds about right. Look around for the device - shouldn't be hard to find. Looks like a Zetan Robot Controller."
*** Qo'nos ***
As the parties entered their craft, they all near simultaneously took off, and headed for orbit. "All ships, set your destination for the following coordinates," Alduah commanded, transmitting the destination - an outpost in an asteroid field not far from Qo'nos. "Engage when ready."
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
It was then that the UNSC ship intervened, firing a twin MAC blast at the Terror. The blast impacted on the shields, and was followed up by a flurry of Archer Missiles. The shields overloaded and failed on the Port side, and the Terror broke off and cloaked again. There was some evident comm chatter between the Reman ships and the UNSC vessel, but at the range Dusk was at, it couldn't be made out.
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*** Dragon'taan ***
"Oh... right... we need to hit a button," Weaver said, looking at the console. He pressed whatever button was appropriate to send the speeder on its way to the museum.
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, Outskirts ***
The Tempest continued to keep its distance, ready to drop another ECM, but instead of a short hop, the vessel was prepared to bail out of the star system entirely. Dusk would just have to come back another day if he was forced out.
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** Sol's, Draco City, Dragon'taan **
Blaine nodded in silent agreement with Thrawn before the three parted ways. The two stood outside the café for a moment before walking off towards the lights and sounds of the festival.
"So, Blaine. Have you ever thought of...well y'know, life after ONI and the UNSC?" Kozik asked before taking a sip of coffee, managing to find a vendor on the walk.
Blaine silently pondered the question for a moment or two, before taking a drink of his own coffee. "Not really. I didn't sign up with a goal apart from getting away from my family. And that was over a decade ago. Never made a plan for after during that time." He answered, taking another slow drink.
"Maybe I always thought I'd never need an after-plan since I'd eventually die." He continued, before quickly adding on, "In combat of course."
"Well, I'd say with all that's happened over the last few years, it seems like your number isn't gonna punched for a long while." Kozik replied, laughing a little. "Wouldn't hurt to think about a future. A new family, maybe?" He asked, giving the bear an annoying smirk.
"Do I look like the typical suburban father, Koz? Grilling burgers, coaching little league, playing catch in the yard. Pfft," Blaine replied, they stopped at a red light to wait for the oncoming traffic.
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
A for legged white furred arctic fox would walk up to the two and stare at them.
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"Some songs are just above the band's skills." Krystal explained.
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"I agree with your droid let's go somewhere, if you hungry we can go to Sol's"
*** Earth Foxtrot ***
By the time the other two had walked through the gate the vixen adn the nighstalker Girl were half way down the strip heading to the NCR embassy.
*** Skyrim, Nirn ***
"I thought that was the idea when I got back."
*** Corneria ***
"I don't think it's here..." Riku replied looking around.
*** Qo'nos ***
"we're ready here." Tonya said poking at her brother gently.
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
a Ning'tao klingon bird of prey iff calling it the I.K.S Winged Dragon decloaked near dusk " You need anything?" the captain would ask over a comm channel.
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*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"Right, not everyone knows of the astral plain.", Vince responded in a subtle tone.
*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"I figure doing whatever they do, I haven't seen or heard anything for years.", Zack said fighting back a few tears.
He then noticed the artic fox staring them down.
"Speaking of Wolf, looks like we have a friend.", Zack stated as he nudged Kyle lightly and motioned over with his head.
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*Dragon'taan*
Ray flinched as the speeder began to move. "Man, the Homo Sapiens in my universe had just figured out automated vehicles. This is quite a trip, lemme tell ya. And hover tech? Psht, forget it. They barely figured out helicopters, and we weren't doing much better."
*Dromund Kaas*
"Jedi guest for Great Leader Malgus," Ickthis announced as he entered the command center. He stood to the side, allowing Mesmerin to enter, before standing in front of the door. Expecting the Jedi to attempt to cut and run.
*Torlan Orbit*
Oh-Four was nearly ejected from the cyborg-turned-suit, hanging on by their tiny appendages. They wheeked and whined loudly, even moreso as the suit began to tip as the jostled about.
*Earth Foxtrot*
Klink nodded. "I've had my fair share of run-ins with scavenger types." Short as he was, he sort of half-jogged uncomfortably alongside Eliza, as she walked at a comfortable pace. It was a situation he despised greatly, but there wasn't much to be done about it. "I-uh...don't mean to be too forward, but can I ride on your shoulder? I'm uh...not gonna be able to keep this pace for long."
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle took note of their new friend. "I know the form, but given how many people I know, it shouldn't be surprising I don't remember your name," he spoke to the fox.
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"Hnh. They should probably look to expand their talent in prep for next year," Markus noted. "Couldn't hurt."
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"As a matter of fact, I am," Desmond commented.
"Query: Does this establishment permit droids such as myself?" The HK Droid asked.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
As it happened, Blaine stopped right next to a pink dragoness with a subtle smile on her face. "Give it some time, sir, and you may find that the idea of settling down with a family of your own more appealing. My brother once thought as you do. Now he's married with two children. Admittedly, I've been tossing the idea around in my head, myself." She looked to Blaine, her face bearing a striking resemblance to the wife of High General Indari. "Take it from me, eventually you'll yearn for a quieter life. My father did. Mom often says the conflicts he fought took their toll on him. You stay in combat long enough... you start to want to get away from it all."
*** Earth Foxtrot ***
"Sure, hop on," Eliza responded, offering a hand to Klink.
*** Skyrim, Nirn ***
Ahkrin didn't immediately respond, but once everyone was settled in, she hit the thrusters and rocketed into the sky, making her way to orbit. She plotted a course for what appeared to be a city world, but there was no clear indication of what world it was exactly before she engaged on-course. ETA would put the ship there in six hours. The Tigress turned around and rose from her seat. "Do what you want, so long as you don't disturb the ship's operations. I'll be in the Captain's Quarters." And at that, she headed for the aforementioned quarters.
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
Harrigan evidently got a comm, evidenced by how his finger was pressing at an earpiece, and he turned to Fox and the crew. "You should be in the clear if you head out again, but take my advice - get your butts back to Corneria, ASAP," he told them.
"Something come up?" Fox asked.
"Our contact there will contact you and brief you on the situation," Harrigan assured him.
*Torlan Orbit*
The ship's vibrating would get worse as they descended into the atmosphere, but only temporarily. Eventually the ship slowed, hovered, then shuddered as it landed. The team all got up, got their gear, and exited the transport.
Torlan appeared a jungle world, snaked with canyons and ravines, rivers and lakes. Jess would lead them to a registry area, where Jess spoke to the registrar.
*Dromund Kaas*
"Mister Mesmerin," Malgus greeted the dragon. "I trust you are well?"
"As well as I can be," Mesmerin responded. "Any luck with the Holocron?"
"Haven't tried to open it. But I wanted to ask you: How ever did you come by it?" Malgus asked.
"Found it in the ruins of what I now know is what's left of the Dark Temple, where the late Sith Emperor died. It's been in my possession almost as long as I've been here," Mesmerin responded.
"I'm surprised you didn't simply leave with it," Malgus commented.
"Under different circumstances, I would have; I've been stranded here for years," Mesmerin explained. "My ship crashed here eight years before your people arrived."
"I see," Malgus said. "Regardless, I thank you for bringing this artifact to my attention. But it seems to have attracted the attention of a sect of Jedi hardliners calling themselves the True Jedi Order."
"So I've heard, my lord - I'd be happy to help you with them," Mesmerin offered. Malgus raised an eyebrow, but shrugged and responded,
"Indeed, I can use every able body available - but first we need to identify where this threat is based out of." He turned to address Ickthis. "Did your prisoners ever divulge where their base was?"
*** Unspecified Location in Klingon Space ***
The ships would appear in the vicinity of an asteroid field - at the center of which was a large asteroid base. Alduah frowned. "Strange... I'd have expected ships guarding that thing," he murmured. He sighed, then opened a channel to the other ships: "All ships, approach the facility, but stay alert - we don't know what's on board."
*** Corneria ***
"No, it's not," Argus affirmed. "The hunter must have taken it. But why would that device be of any interest to a Yaut'ja?"
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
'It's Rae, and I'm wondering why you two are down here instead of in the ship..' the fox suddenly spoke telepathically to the both of them.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The Red dragon next to the pink one whispered into her ear "Though i've heard Amie kinda wanting to do some adventuring around some places."
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"You'd have to talk to Kylie about that he may also be trying to stick to a certain style." Krystal replied as the full concert started, still broadcasting to the rest of Dragon'taan
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtkIbnSmlZEkAauPoe416dRxJ4azRn-Mt
** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Why you need some oil?" Asara asked. "I don't see why they wouldn't..."the blue dragoness added.
*** Skyrim, Nirn ***
" Keri and Kala looked at each other and shrugged and just rested in thier seats for the moment.
*** Earth Foxtrot ***
By now Risu and Kara were just outside the NCR embassy heading inside and telling the recptionist they've returned with the King's responce.
*** Unspecified Location in Klingon Space ***
"They could be cloaked." Tonya noted "Or hiding in the asteroids" Tony pointed out
*** Corneria ***
"Perhaps bait for more prey?" Riku suggested
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*** Dragon'taan, Holodeck District ***
(OOC: I seem to have at some point confused the museum and the holodeck district. Whoops. Original destination were the holodecks.)
The speeder would drop Weaver and Ray off at the holodeck district. "So... uh..." Weaver looked around after having exiting the vehicle, "We were looking around for some kind of introductory kind of holodeck? No idea where here it could be. There's probably signs somewhere." He looked around, trying to spot anything that would indicate where the various simulations could be found, or anyone in a uniform that could direct the duo.
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
The Tempest having already dealt with several cloaked ships was on high alert for more cloaked vessels, and thus the Winged Dragon wouldn't even have the chance to decloak by the time it was detected, and Dusk would not give the ship the opportunity to get anywhere near him.
"Did you really think you can pull that crap a second time?" Dusk said over comms to the yet to be decloaked ship right before his ship skipped forward several light minutes. "Explain yourself, fire your weapons, or get lost."
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*Dragon'taan*
Ray looked around, eyes wide in awe. "This is...above and beyond what my people have. Or...had." It would take Weaver but a few moments to notice Ray was looking at advertisements. He wandered, open-eyed blind, liable to run headfirst into anyone in his way.
*Earth Foxtrot*
Klink hauled himself up to Eliza's shoulder. He was light for his size, like a particularly heavy bird. His tail curled around the back of her neck, draping down her other shoulder. "Thanks," he said, patting her head. "I wouldn't've kept that pace for long."
*Torlan*
Oh-Four watched the landscape in awe. Their home was a dark place, deep in space. More than once they had nearly crashed their ship upon entering the atmospheres of many planets. They walked along with the group, but the suit turned bodily as Oh-Four took in the scenery.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis blanched. "M-My apologies, Great Leader. I was unaware that the enemy HAD another stronghold. The Jedi scum are...in no capacity to speak any longer."
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
'looks like that karma came back around...',Zack thought to himself turned and faced Rae.
"Yeah care to explain that one Kyle?", Zack asked his friend.
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** Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"Sadly, I'm married to my career, ma'am." Blaine replied to the pink dragonness. "But life does change people, this is true." He continued, "I just don't see it changing me anytime soon."
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"One of my operatives," Kyle told Zack. Directing an aside at the fox, he added, "Thought you were in Romulan Space, Rae."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Give it time, good sir," Kira told Blaine. The pink dragoness chuckled to herself. "You remind me of my brother."
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
While Ray was looking at the ads, he would blithely wind up in the path of someone clearly not paying attention where he was walking - a Labrador, wearing a blue shurt and red shorts, talking on the phone. "... I know that, but where the hell are we gonna find two extra people? ... well, yeah, Dragon'taan has--" the lab was cut off when he inadvertently tripped over Ray; his phone sailed through the air, and would land, intact, near Weaver's feet. The lab would land with a grunt on the ground, then turn to face Ray. "Who the hell--" he stopped midsentence, then started to get up. "Sorry about that, pal - didn't see you there."
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Last place we went to didn't allow droids," Desmond told Asara. "Something about an incident with an IG-series droid that caused damage."
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"And what style would that be?" Markus asked.
Blythe continued to enjoy the VIP seating, letting the music play. He wondered what he and Tigress would be doing later.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Malgus fixed his attention on Ickthis. "You killed the prisoners before extracting any such information from them?" he spoke, his voice carrying anger and a blood-freezing cold tone. "And there are no others that might tell us what we need to know?"
*** Torlan ***
It took a while for Jess to get everything sorted out, but when he did, he motioned for the team to follow, and lead them to their quarters. "We'll be going up against one of the other hopeful teams in the qualifying rounds here on Torlan. Game mode will be split between Capture The Flag and Onslaught; Onslaught will see us coordinating with another team against a similar coordination between another rival team. Winning teams face off in CTF, winner moves on," he explained.
*** New Vegas Strip, Earth Foxtrot ***
"No problem," Eliza responded. "Wouldn't have been much farther, though. If you need me to slow down, just say so." She walked the two of them into the NCR Embassy, where she would gently let Klink down, then proceed into Ambassador Crocker's office. "Ambassador," she greeted the man. Ambassador Crocker, an aging black man, looked up from his computer.
"Miss Indari-Tokarev," he returned the greeting. "I imagine you are answering our summons?" Eliza nodded. Crocker inhaled, then spoke, "We got word from our allies in Portland - they came across something they feel only you can help them with."
"And what might that be?" Eliza inquired.
Crocker shrugged. "They didn't say - but they mentioned your desire to sail the stars. I would venture a guess that whatever they found may be your ticket to the stars."
"Do you have transport waiting?" Eliza inquired.
"We don't, but they do; they're waiting for you outside Vegas," Crocker told her.
*** Unspecified Location in Klingon Space ***
"I'm not detecting any indications of cloaked ships out here," Bahkriid reported. "I say we get in there while we have the chance."
*** Coruscant Orbit ***
A Corvette-size version of the Y-Wing dropped out of Transwarp. The Tigress at the controls seemed to have the hand of piloting the ship by now. She sent out a standard request to land on the surface, and received it, and started the descent. Ahkrin had heard stories of Coruscant, but to see it for herself... amazing. She had taken to programming the ship's name as the Wandering Tiger, as that is precisely what she had become.
*** Corneria ***
"They have other ways of doing that," Argus said. "They wouldn't have taken such a device unless they had a purpose in mind for it."
(I'll hold off on the segment with Dusk till he gets somewhere safe that he can interact with some of my toons.)
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
the four legged fox changed to a bipedal anthro one before the two "Well that was... about 5 hours ago." Rae explained "It seems the Romulan republic has learned alot about the Tal' SHiar remnants that they will not likely need our help for a good while. But, I have to ask why are you down here and not in the Galatae?"
** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"You talk like I'm not here..." A Red male Dragon chuckled, holding a couple of bags of food he had just bought."I brought the food you wanted by the way."
"Oh dear are you okay?" A White cocker spaniel asked seeing Ray Run into the lab, she walked over to Ray to help him up.
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"most foof establishments here have weapon neutralizers and securty to prevent such things." Asara explained
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"Mostly classic rock and older songs that they don't exactly have to pay full royalties for."
"Do you need another drink sir?" a droid would ask Blythe.
*** New Vegas Strip, Earth Foxtrot ***
"And after our little courier run with the Kings, We've been told to assist you." Kala said nodding to her nightstalker companion.
*** Corneria ***
"Who are they to waste an opportunity though?" Risa asked.
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
"We didn't mean to offend Sir, we were just in the area and our sensors detected weapons fire, We simply want to know if you need assistance in any manner."
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh shoot!" Weaver said in alarm. "Are you two okay?" He picked up the phone that had landed near him and offered it up to the recently tripped stranger. "I think you dropped this."
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine, High Orbit ***
The fact that weapon fire could be detected from who knows how far essentially ruined any chance that Dusk could covertly map the planet with any kind of peace.
"I'm not in any danger at the moment, but I'm clearing out of here. The UNSC ship over there fired shots at a now cloaked Romulan ship that were after some Reman ships," Dusk began, "who for some reason decided it was a great idea to approach another ship cloaked, just like you." There was some contempt in his voice for the last bit. "You're lucky this ship doesn't have any kind of heavy firepower, or I would have assumed you were that cloaked Romulan ship and put a few holes into you. Unless you're trying to kill someone, don't sneak up on them."
The FTL drive on the Tempest began to warm up for a proper jump to the nearest space station. Preferably it would be a station that wasn't under heavy control of any government, at least none that would bother asking him where he came from, considering the Serkamora Quarantine officially didn't exist. At least nobody could report a conflict happening without also admitting they were (probably) illegally visiting the Quarantine.
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** Draco City, Dragon'taan **
The wolf nudged the bear with his elbow, giving him a particular side eyed expression.
"I guess while we're here, I may as well introduce ourselves." Blaine said, adjusting his backpack. "Sergeant Major Blaine Everson, UNSC. This is my partner, Sergeant First Class Kozik...what's your last name again?" The bear asked, with a thick look of smug sarcasm.
"Janovic, my last name is Janovic." Kozik replied in an annoyed tone before taking another slow sip of his now cold coffee. "I hate you, by the way." The wolf whispered to the bear who snickered in return.
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*Dragon'taan*
Ray stumbled backwards from the impact, nearly sprawling on his back. He shook his head as he came to his senses, and scowled at the man. But, once his mind caught up, those repressed instincts began to creep up. The fur on the back of his neck stood.
'A canine,' his instincts shouted. 'Predator, threat! Ray shook his head, swallowing his growing fear.
"S-Sorry about that, friend. I-I uh...was distracted."
*Earth Foxtrot*
"Stars?" Klink said, incredulous. "Didn't those ghouls at the RepConn site go to the stars?" He grinned, looking up at his companion. "Guess we gotta learn to hold our breaths, huh?"
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis did not waver under Malgus' withering gaze. "I am unaware of any more Jedi, Great Leader. And my men have not reported anything along the lines of another enemy base. Personally, sir. With their defensive set up and the amount of troops, I assumed that was their headquarters."
*Torlan*
Oh-Four, if it were possible, looked confused. "If this is a blood sport, how will the teams "move on" in this contest?"
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"What's at the Galatea?", Zack asked.
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"That's where the band is doing this concert - it's literally being broadcast live from there," Kyle told Zack. He looked to Rae. "And I'm not at the Galatae because I wanted to be with an old friend." He lightly slapped Zack's shoulder. "After I left that supercomplex, wasn't sure I'd ever see him again."
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Thanks," the Labrador thanked Weaver as he accepted his phone. Looking between Ray and Weaver, he got a look on his face that told of an idea that just occurred to him. "I'll call you back," he said into the phone before hanging up. He offered a hand to Weaver. "Jack Durant," he introduced himself. "I imagine you two were here for one of the famous Marauder Festival Historical Holodeck sims?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
The pink dragoness smiled. "Kira Indari," she introduced herself. "This man here is my mate, Kanan."
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"Actually, is there anything available to eat?" Blythe asked.
Markus didn't verbally respond, but he did glance over and spot Blythe. He frowned, recognizing the man. He nudged Krystal and indicated him. "Hon... that's Commander Raymond Blythe. What the hell is he doing here?"
*** Dragon'taan Museum of Military Technology, Draco City ***
"Lead the way, then," Desmond told Asara.
*** New Vegas Strip, Earth Foxtrot ***
"Not quite, Klink," Eliza responded as she turned to face Kala and the Nightstalker, "He implies that NCR's allies up north may have found a starship." She raised an eyebrow on looking at the Nightstalker. "Will your human mate be joining us? Richard, I think his name was?"
*** Unspecified Location in Klingon Space ***
The ships landed in several open parts of the asteroid facility, where the occupants disembarked and set out into the station. Bahkriid and Alduah both had Lightsabers drawn and active.
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"The Jedi would not be able to effectively set up an HQ here on Dromund Kaas - their adherence to the Light side of the Force refuses to allow it, given that Dromund Kaas is a stronghold of Dark Side energies," Malgus told Ickthis. "The next time you--"
"With respect, Lord Malgus, I seem to recall another Sith here having a batch of his own Jedi to interrogate; while exploring Dromud Kaas, I saw him with them," Mesmerin spoke. Malgus paused, then looked to Ickthis. "Is this true?" he asked.
*** Torlan ***
"These arenas make use of respawner tech - something similar to Transporters. Keeps what would be fatal injuries from being fatal, but they still hurt like hell. The goal of Onslaught matches is to use any means possible to destroy the opposing team's power core; Capture the Flag is self-explanatory. For the Onslaught match, we basically go in, eliminate the enemy team where needed, and destroy the power core," Jess explained.
*** Corneria ***
"Damned if I know," Argus responded. "We'd better get to CDF Command and let them know they have a Yaut'ja Hunter on the loose."
*** Coruscant ***
The Wandering Tiger landed on a rented platform, and Ahkrin got up and made ready to disembark. "Come with me or don't, either way I'm gonna take a look around," she told her two passengers. In an aside directed at no one in particular, she muttered, "Maybe I can find a freelance job somewhere..."
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"But your both invited inside private seats." Rae pointed out.
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"So you both all right?" the white female cocker spaniel asked looking at Ray and Jack.
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Speaking of that who is this Kira?" Kanan asked.
*** New Vegas Strip, Earth Foxtrot ***
"I see you well informed." Kala noted "I dunno if Richard is coming with us or not that's up to him. All I know is we were called here to deliver a message to the King, and now this."
*** Unspecified Location in Klingon Space ***
The two blue tiger like jedi followed along their sabers not active but ready, notheless "Expecting someone?" Tonya asked quietly.
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"Yes we have a full menu for lunch and dinner for this event." the droid responded handing Blythe a menu it was labeld with various dishes many styles of chicken fried and grilled sandwiches and even some steaks among many other items.
"Tigress brought him on board she said he was kinda flirting with her or soemthing, I'm not in charge of the guest list so I guess Kylie approved his seat." Krystal explained "Why do you have some problem with him?" she asked pointing to a field inhibitor near by that would prevent any energy weapons from working inside and a passing security droid.
*** Corneria ***
How are you sure it won't be hunting us?"
*** Coruscant ***
"haven't been here before so i think we'll stay here instead of getting lost among this huge city of a planet." Kala noted
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Weaver shook Jack's hand, albeit a little awkwardly given his own lack of palms. "Weaver," he responded in kind, "yeah we were heading to see some of the holo-sims. There was some introductory one we were directed to, although, I'm not sure where that is."
Weaver glanced over at the cocker spaniel that had voiced her concern, although said nothing as the question wasn't directed at him.
*** Serkamora Flood Quarantine ---> Coruscant, Docking Platform ***
Given that Dusk received no response, the Tempest made a jump towards Coruscant. Not exactly low-profile as he initially planned, but he doubted that the parties involved at the quarantine would involve yet another government entity. After identifying himself and gaining clearance to dock, he landed the ship.
Once docked, a large side-door opened and out stepped a drone that Dusk had dubbed the X-34 Master Control Unit. Unlike the rest of his bots, this one was quality, made from premium parts instead of whatever he could salvage. It also had the unique aspect of acting as a psionic conduit, allowing Dusk to use his abilities remotely, albeit not in full-force. He considered X-34 to essentially be his representation to the outside world as he rarely left the confines of his ship. It was of an upright build, albeit having four legs in a square formation. Its limbs and body were very rectangular. Overall it had a black color scheme, with three red eyes, one bigger than the other two, aligned in a row towards the top of its face.
X-34 lead two other drones, their sole duty being to carry large and heavy objects. The three were heading towards a junkyard in order to gather parts to replace the lost drones. As for replacing the shuttle, well, that would have to wait. Dusk was fine with using sub-par parts for expendable drones, but not for shuttles which might need to carry living things.
There wasn't a direct route from the docks to the junkyard. The drones would need to make several stops to eventually reach their destination. The three were stalled at one of the stops however. The transport appeared to be late.
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"Ah Fancy that, VIP treatment and everything, to be fair Kyle, I honestly didn't think I'd make it this far", Zack responded.
"Speaking of which what all did I miss? I know last time I saw you didn't have a whole system in the works", he added inquisitively.
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
Vince looked to Fox. "What's on corneria?", He asked.
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*Dragon'taan*
Ray's jaw clenched unconsciously as the cocker spaniel made herself known. 'Great, more dogs,' he thought. But the feeling subsided as his baser instincts were once more buried by his more complex pseudo-humanity.
"I'm fine," he grunted. "Thanks, though. Hope I didn't uh...break your phone."
*Earth Foxtrot*
Klink nodded. "Oh, I see." He didn't really; Klink didn't like feeling like he was lagging behind.
*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis' jaw set in quiet defiance, but he would answer all the same.
"I did not pay much heed to my counterpart. I was preoccupied with my own prisoners. However, the Jedi would be fool to lie now."
*Torlan*
Oh-Four nodded. "I see," they grunted. "I'm assuming this power core does not power anything of value. Or, should we employ underhanded tactics to ensure victory?"
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** Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"We're representatives from ONI, but we're just here for the festival though. No business, thankfully." Blaine said, readjusting his backpack and taking a glance at his digiwatch before holding out his hand to the dragon.
"Sergeant Major Everson. It's nice to make your acquaintance...Kanan was it?" The bear asked, arm still firmly stuck out for a handshake.
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** Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"ONI, huh? Must be on shore leave, then," Kira commented. "Fortunately for me, I was able to meet with Grand Admiral Thrawn, and Kanan and I have our next heading... fortunately, we don't have to get going till after the Festival."
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm okay," Jack responded to the Cocker Spaniel. He looked between Ray and Weaver and added, "As it happens, my group is in need of two extra personnel for an introductory sim we were going for. Two of our number had to cancel last-minute, something that came up."
*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"There's a lot you missed; I currently reign as head of the Dragon'taan Marauder Corps, with my son being my eventual successor, we're dealing with Emperor Zaarin constantly trying to find something he can get away with, re-militarizing Capellan Confederation, issues with the Sith Covenant, and above all else, rumors of a possible resurgence of the Borg. I'm sure there are other issues going on elsewhere, but those issues are far away from here," Kyle told Zack. "Oh, and a friendly word of advice? You see anyone or anything bearing a red-colored 'XII' Logo - steer clear and report it immediately. We've been seeing that pop up a lot, lately."
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"A lot - it's a long story," Fox said. He sighed, then began recounting the details of recent events on Corneria, what with contact with the greater universe, the trade, the prosperity, the Andross Resurgence conflict, then the discovery of ancient ruins on Corneria, followed by the conflict with the Sith Covenant, the Sith Covenant invasion and occupation of Corneria, then the resistance, Corneria's liberation by the DMC, Eternal Alliance, and another unknown faction, and culminating in the current reconstruction efforts.
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"No, no problem - but I know that guy. He's been building his own fleet, and no one knows why," Markus responded. Blythe was now looking over the menu handed to him.
*** New Vegas Strip, Earth Foxtrot ***
"Then you'd all better pack some winter clothes - Portland is very cold," Eliza said. "And once I start heading for the stars, I'm not coming back down here. Anyone who wants to stay on this planet, speak up now."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
"Quite," Malgus agreed. "Nonetheless, bring him before me. And bear in mind, Commander - I am Sith. My force powers may not affect you, but my Lightsaber will just as easily do the job, if needed. I reward those that serve me - and my wrath can destroy those that fail me. You've been useful thus far - don't give me reason to regret uplifting you and yours."
*** Torlan ***
"On the field, underhanded tactics are permitted; It's out of the arena that they're not. What kind of underhanded tactics did you have in mind?" Jess asked.
*** Docking Platform, Coruscant ***
Nearby was what appeared to be a Tigress dressed in Dragon Scale armor with a lightsaber clipped to her belt. She stood, cross-armed, tapping her boot impatiently, with her back turned. "You'd think the public transport system was faster than this..." she muttered.
*** Unspecified Location in Klingon Space ***
"I would imagine my former-apprentice is lying in wait somewhere on this station," Alduah responded.
*** Corneria ***
"We'd know if they were," Argus responded.
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Personnel?" Weaver questioned, tilting his head, "like employees? Or er... did I misinterpret that? I-I mean we need to be there anyway. I would be fine joining up with you, if uh, Ray here is also willing."
*** Docking Platform, Coruscant ---> Public Transport, Coruscant ***
The lightsaber caught Dusk's eye. It was very rare to see one, and almost always indicated a Force user, or someone who had stolen one and was about to meet their reckoning. Most assuredly the former, unless they had a death wish, being in public with such an audacious display.
"Did something stop the transport?" Dusk said aloud through X-34. "I don't suppose you have any idea?" he then said to the Tigress. "Sorry, I couldn't help but see the lightsaber, but seriously where is that transport?" The Drone made no attempt at disguising his voice as one of the more primitive droids.
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"One of those, on a need to know, type deals yeah?", Zack asked regarding the 'XII'
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
Vince took notice of Foxes expression, "Corneria is you're home isn't it?",Vince asked somberly.
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"Sp are you two going to head up there or did Krystal send me here for no reason?" Rae asked.
** Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"They don't look tough enough to be ONi to me then again i've never seen ONI they tend to stick to the shadows.." Kanan responded "or am i mistaking that with the ODST?"
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Your racoon buddy here looks like he's about to go feral..." Fay noted
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"As long as he doesn't threaten New Cerinia I don't see any issues." Krystal responded.
the droid having to serve other customers set down a pager device on Blythe's table and left to serve the others.
*** New Vegas Strip, Earth Foxtrot ***
"Wait, Stars? I thought we were heading to the Frontier.." kara replied
*** Docking Platform, Coruscant ***
Keri would walk up to the Tigress "Do you need some help she asked. Kara by now had walked back into the ship to relax and meditate on her thoughts.
*** Corneria ***
"I'd guess you'd know better than me, I've never even seen one of them." Riku replied.
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** Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"That would be the Office. I served most of my enlistment with the ODST beforehand, though. 7th Shock Troop Battalion, to be specific." Blaine replied, brushing off the "tough" comment.
"We actually were just coming from a meeting with Thrawn, as well." Kozik added as he looked around, watching random civilians pass by the group.
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** Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"Come now, Kanan, no need to be rude," Kira scolded her mate. Her gaze returned to Blaine and Kozik. "I serve the DMC in a more... diplomatic role. My older brother is the more soldier type, and is the selected successor when Dad steps down as High General."
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"No, no, not at all," Jack told Weaver, "I'm just saying we need two extra people for the simulation we were gonna run."
*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"Not really - we don't know who they are, or what they want or intend. Things we want to know," Kyle told Zack. On hearing Rae's question, he asked Zack, "What do you say? Want to go up and have the front row seats?"
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"It is," Fox affirmed. "Been my home all my life. What about you? Where are you from?"
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
Blythe would eventually page the droid to order a steak and steak fries. Markus whispered to Krystal, "You said Tigress was flirting with him? Since when did Tigress ever flirt with anyone?"
*** Docking Platform, Coruscant ***
"There was some traffic up wind of here, something about a incident on one of the other platforms," Ahkrin responded to Dusk. "Not really sure on the details, but it should be resolved by now. And no," Ahkrin addressed Keri, "I don't need any help. What I need is a f***ing map."
*** Corneria ***
"They've been very active lately - no idea why," Argus said as they exited the building. "Something's got them going, but no one knows what. We need to get back to command, let them know they have a Yaut'ja Hunter on the loose."
*** Unspecified Location in Klingon Space ***
The team would spread out into the station, looking for any sign of Alduah's wayward former-apprentice. The station seemed eerily quiet, with a low, hollow booming to disturb the otherwise perfect silence.
"You'd think the apprentice would have forces laying in wait for us, remarked Akarkek's partner, Mako.
"Careful what you wish for, Jaden cautioned her.
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** Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"It was a honest question, hon." Kanan replied.
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'm just making sure your all okay it looked like your raccoon friend ran into someone by mistake.
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
By now the concert was half way through,
A droid came to set Bylthe's order on his table "need any sauce, sir?" it asked.
*** Docking Platform, Coruscant ***
"We'e both as lost as you." Kara replied
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"Sounds like fun, what's the genre?," Zack asked as his nano suit hummed in delight.
"I'll keep an active lookout, if that's okay? is there a picture you can show me so I know exactly what I'm looking out for?", Ema chimed in.
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"Fortuna", Vince replied as he drew in a steady breath and let out a few low clicks as he expression was blank for a moment before snapping to with a look of clarity and understanding.
"We need to do something about this Sierra Charlie, not just for the sake of the Lylat", Vince said with concerment as he looked towards Falco and Katt
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*Dragon'taan*
Ray nodded. "Sure, need to...uh, nevermind." He smiled, embarrassed. It was probably a bad idea to let people know he wasn't from this universe. When Fay made mention of his mental state, his blood ran cold. "N-No no, I'm fine," he lied through a forced smile. "Just not from this planet. F-First time around, y'know?"
*Dromund Kaas*
Barely contained rage flickered behind Ickthis' eyes, but he did not show it. Of course, Malgus was just another warlord looking to use his kind. Just another Great Leader. When would the labor lottery start? The child soldiers? The Tiberium farming?
Ickthis gave a crisp, terse salute. "Understood, Great Leader." He dropped the salute after a few seconds, and simply waited to be dismissed. There was much preparation to be done.
*Torlan*
"If this power core supplies base defenses with power," Oh-Four explained. "I could infiltrate and sabotage the core before our bout starts." They motioned to the husk of Grievous about them. "They know me to look like this. Not outside of my suit."
*Earth Foxtrot*
Klink shrugged. "I'd have to find some. Never had a need."
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Oooooh," Weaver said, "I didn't think the simulations needed a certain group size." He paused, letting Ray speak before following up, "Speaking of not being from this planet, we don't know where any of the sims are. So uh, I guess could you lead the way?"
*** Docking Platform, Coruscant ***
"Probably an accident," Dusk said, referring to the incident. "What kind of map do you need? They usually have one hung up with all the routes the transports take." The robot pointed to one such map, "There's one over there. Might not help as much if your destination isn't near one of the routes however."
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Jack just laughed. "I'm not from here either - came here for the festival." He looked to Weaver. "And some sims require a certain group size - others don't. But sure, I can lead you to where my friend and I were going. We were taking a sim that depicted the Battle of Dragon'taan."
*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"Not sure what you'd call the genre - and I'm going because last year, I wasn't here - Ema, my AI can get you the info you need to look out for this group, but be warned; it's not much to go on," Kyle spoke, before starting for his "front row" seats at the concert.
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"You're telling me - they did enough damage to Corneria before and during their occupation. But no one can seem to pinpoint their base of operations," Fox said.
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"No, thank you," Blythe responded the droid, keeping his eyes on Tigress.
*** Torlan ***
"That's... not how the match works," Jess said. "You should probably read up on how these Onslaught matches go."
*** Earth Foxtrot ***
Eliza smiled at Klink. "I can get some whipped up for you - I know a clothier who owes me a favor," she told him. She then looked to the others. "And who's Richard?"
*** Docking Platform, Coruscant ***
Ahkrin consulted the map, and was able to figure out where she needed to go, then returned to Dusk. "So I know my reasons for being on Coruscant... what are yours?" she asked him.
*** Unspecified Location in Klingon Space ***
The station was empty of all hostile presence - but there was a central computer core that was active. Unfortunately, it was wiped clean - but apparently, the flight computers kept logging the flight trajectories of all ships that had left the station, and from it, Alduah and his apprentice determined that Lord Furion had gone to Forcas III. The Vulpine Sith looked to Tonya. "You or your friend know anything about Forcas III?"
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Sounds interesting," Weaver said. "Hm... you probably know more about it than I do, but if it requires a group, I'm thinking this is going to be more than an immersive tour. Requiring a group translates to needing a team right?" He paused, "Or maybe for the sake of pushing people through the sims they need people to group up... wait then they could just tack people onto existing groups like at roller coaster rides..."
The spider snapped back to attention, "Oh um... lead the way."
*** Docking Platform, Coruscant ***
(I lost track of where Kara and Keri are. Kara was stated to be walking back to the ship but then remarked about being lost to Ahkrin, but Keri was stated to have stuck with Tigress?)
"The junkyard," Dusk said bluntly. "I build my own bots." He kept it short, but returned the question to Ahkrin, "So why are you visiting?"
One of the other bots in Dusk's party spoke to Kara or Keri, whoever was present. "The map is over there, if you're lost."
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*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
The droid nodded walking away to serve the others
The band took a break Tigress walked over to Blythe and asked "So what do you think?"
Krystal's ears perked as something in her pocket made a sound she pulled out the communcation device and answered it. "What? Oh? Yeah I think we'll be there." she said before putting the device away.
*** Unspecified Location in Klingon Space ***
"He's my brother but No can't say I have." Tonya replied
"Wasn't that that racing game some kids were playing?" Tony asked.. "No wait wasn't that the planet, the Klingons held thier Bat'leth torunaments at?"
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** Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"So it's an inherited title?" Blaine asked, readjusting his grip on the strap of his black backpack. Again, like with Thrawn, his CNI had been recording their conversation since it began. Makes writing the after-action report so much easier, the bear thought to himself.
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"I guess I'll do something simple then",Zack responded as his nanos made some blue jeans and a black tee shirt snapback cap with red clouds form on him as the nanos slinked back in to his pack.
"Thank you, Kyle", Ema responded.
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"So any ideas on Lylats defences as a whole?", Vince asked in response.
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*Dragon'taan*
Ray nodded, following behind Weaver. The prospect of seeing something so advanced, compared to what he'd left behind, was exciting. Though, an ember of fear still burned in his mind. It only now struck him how engrained those old instincts were.
*Torlan*
"I guess so," Oh-Four said flatly. It was an odd thing, this. They had seen bloodsports before, sure, but it always seemed so straight forward. But here they were, having to read up on the rules on the sport.
*Earth-Foxtrot*
Klink nodded. "Sounds good. Hopefully they'll be amicable to an IOU, since I'm so small."
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** Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"More or less," Kira answered Blaine. "I don't mind - Drake seems more than capable of handling the title. In any event, Kanan and I need to get to the parade grounds - we're on the Indari Family Float. If you see my brother, could you tell him to get his ass over there? I'm not covering for him like last year."
*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle would lead Zack to the front row seats, before his gauntlet beeped. "Uh-oh... hell, I gotta move - the parade is less than an hour from now, and I'm on the family float."
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Jack would lead the others to one particular holodeck building, and inside was a Red Wolf. "There you are!" he said. "About time you got here." He indicated Ray and Weaver. "They with you?"
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"They're being improved every day," Fox responded. "A lot was damaged or destroyed during the invasion, but we've made great strides to rebuild what was destroyed."
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"You're pretty talented with that stuff, Tigress," Blythe complimented her.
"What was that about?" Markus asked Krystal.
*Earth-Foxtrot*
Eliza chuckled and told Klink, "It won't be a problem. Come on," She looked to the other two. "And you still haven't told me who Richard is."
*** Dromund Kaas ***
Malgus, once everyone had gone, went to his private meditation chambers and shut himself in. Hopefully, Darth Vulkest would have the information he required. But while he waited for him, Malgus took a kneel and meditated.
*** Unspecified Location in Klingon Space ***
Bahkriid frowned. "What would Furion be doing at a Bat'leth tournament?" she asked. "It doesn't make any sense."
"I aim to find out," Alduah said. "Let's get back to our ships; we'll meet over Forcas III."
*** Docking Platform, Coruscant ***
"Looking for work, actually," Ahkrin told Dusk. "Just blasted off my home planet, now I'm looking to make some cash to get by out here."
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** Draco City, Dragon'taan **
"He might be at the concert, honey." Kanan said to Kira."
** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"yeah took you long enough to get here." said a two tailed vixen. "Did you want my sister there too?" She would aske Kyle.
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"Eh it's nothing concert is almost done I think we only have a couple songs left." Tigress explained.
Krystal looked to Markus "UNSC command is planning a cermony to award Lord hood with a few military honors they're hoping to give him the thanks he deserves before he passes from old age." Krystal explained." I told them we'd be there.
*Earth-Foxtrot*
"My friends human mate." Kara replied pointing to Risa.
*** Unspecified Location in Klingon Space ***
"I feel an odd feeling of Desa vu." Tony muttered "Usually I don't but this time I do as well." Tonya replied
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yup," Weaver said. "Uh... so this holodeck is about a battle, and there's a minimum group requirement. Are we about to shoot virtual guns or something?"
*** Docking Platform, Coruscant ***
"Good luck with that," Dusk said. "It's a wealthy planet. I'm sure you'll find something that pays well enough." Given the lightsaber that Ahkrin had, he guessed that work meant more than just a normal day job, but prying for details seemed like a bad idea. Dusk didn't exactly know on which end of the Force Ahkrin was on.
The transport had finally arrived after its long delay. The bots assumed a formation, preparing to board once everyone else on the transport disembarked.
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"You know I could send a nano clone stand in if you really don't want to be there", Zack responded with a smirk
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"Well I do have this modified reflector, still needs some fine tuning, but it has the potential to stop a death star laser if made on a larger scale, I have it focused on absorption and defusion of energy rather than just reflecting it back in other words, our enemies would power our city's rather than destroy them and if they feel a little kamikaze, by having a secondary reflector underneath will ensure complete shielding", Vince let out in a single breath showing him one of Falco old reflectors with clear modifications made to it.
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"That's alright, Zack, I promised my wife and son I'd be there," Kyle said. He paused, then added, "Why don't you come along? I don't think you've met my wife, have you?" Looking to the vixen, he added, "And yes, I would like your sister there this year."
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"You made that?" Falco remarked. "Impressive. How'd you find the parts for it?"
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"More akin to commanding a virtual warship during the Battle of Dragon'taan," Jack responded as the group started for one of the holodeck rooms. But, the ship we're commanding might potentially get boarded, so there is the possibility of shooting virtual guns."
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh, okay," Blythe responded. "What are your plans after the concert?"
"Oh, I see. Been a while since I last saw Lord Hood," Markus remarked to Krystal.
*** Docking Platform, Coruscant ***
And disembark, many passengers did - save one: a Wolf with white fur and dressed in what seemed like combat armor and wearing a strange circlet on his head, armed with an EE3 Blaster Rifle in his arms that had evident modifications. Ahkrin was the first to board once the other passengers got off, and sat a seat ahead of the strange wolf.
*** Unspecified Location in Klingon Space ***
"Save it for when we hit Forcas III," Bahkriid grumbled as the teams went to their separate craft to head out to the aforementioned planet.
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
"A brief hello at the manor and yes I don't see any reason why not." Zack said with a light chuckle
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"Well I found them amoungst the wreckage of your downed arwing that lead to my conception, it's how I was able to get here in the first place, spent a good portion of my time learning what I could, mom saw it as a parting gift and I'm glad she did." Vince responded smiling back at Falco.
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
Amie just nodded and headed off
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"I dunno." Tigress replied "I was going to head home and rest ,but I had an Idea for you if you were interested."
"I can arrange transport unless you want us to use your ship."
*** Unspecified Location in Klingon Space ***
"We might have a contact there." Tonya noted as she left the group to get into their ship.
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Wicked," Weaver said in approval. "I uh... assume they've made the controls useable enough for people who've never piloted a warship right? I can't imagine that's a common skill among tourists."
*** Docking Platform, Coruscant ***
Dusk's bots entered the vehicle single-file. They filled the rearmost seats. While he wasn't expecting trouble, keeping everyone in view by being in the back was a small comfort, even if there were currently only two others onboard, albeit both well-armed.
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah, they did," Jack laughed. "Oh! That reminds me, who was gonna be the captain in the program? I don't think we ever spoke on that point."
"If no one else takes it, I'll be the captain," the wolf said. "And for the record, sir..." The wolf turned around and offered a hand to Weaver. "... Name's Lex. Nice to meet you, mister..."
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"And what might that be?" Blythe asked with a grin.
"Probably be better for Hood if we used the Iron Regent. Makes it seem more like we really honor him," Markus responded. "We taking Aylina or Lian with us? Though Lian might still be with her husband."
*** Concert Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Grr... really wish mom and dad would have told me where they'd be," John grumbled to Alex. "Finding them in this crowd is gonna be like looking for a needle in a haystack."
*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle motioned for Zack to follow as he started for the Parade Grounds and tells him, "Well, alright then - come on."
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"Alright," Harrigan said, interrupting Falco and Vince, "You should be safe to go out, now. Sierra Charlie's been 'detained'. Enjoy the festival if you want, but I recommend you get back to Corneria ASAP. One of our contacts will come find you."
"What for?" Fox asked. Harrigan looked Fox in the eyes.
"A job offer," he said. "We know your usual rate, but the truth is... we need you and your team."
*** Parade Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
Drake walked onto the parade grounds, near the floats, and checked his watch, sighing with relief. "Just in time," he said.
*** Forcas III Orbit ***
Several ships arrived over Forcas III, and immediately, Alduah sent out a hail on a coded channel. "Tonya, Tony... can your contact get us on the ground?"
"We'll need to get planetside quickly - once Furion realizes we're here, he may try to bolt... or accelerate whatever his plans are. We need to find out what those plans are," Bahkriid added.
*** In Transit, Coruscant ***
"New to Coruscant?" the Wolf in armor asked Ahkrin and Dusk. Ahkrin scoffed but didn't face the Wolf.
"What's it to you? The Dragon Scale Armor tip you off?" she asked.
"New here, myself," the Wolf chuckled. "Just looking for work. Name's Romulus."
Ahkrin was silent for a good ten seconds, then responded, "Ahkrin Dovahkiir. Came all the way here from Nirn on a ship I managed to snag on Solstheim."
"I imagine the original owner won't be too happy when he realizes you have his ship," Romulus remarked.
"He would be if he were still alive," Ahkrin responded. "But no, I didn't kill him - some weird agents did. No idea why. Gleaned the location of his ship from some notes he had, then tracked down the ship and used it to make my escape from said agents."
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*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"Oh just an old Ritual my people use to have, if your interested. It was typically used to solidify a relationship." Tigress explained.
*** Concert Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"You could calm down and use your other senses, you said they are worgen's right?" Alex asked closing her eyes for a second, then turning to her right a bit "is it those two there sitting on that bench?" Alex asked pointing to a female and male worgen sitting on a bench.
*** Parade Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
Drake would hear a loud whoosh as a blue female dragon landed near by setting down a red Fox. "Drake? what's going on, are you ok?" the Fox asked.
*** Forcas III Orbit ***
"Already have clearance." Tony Noted. "Your a little late." Tonya noted
A hail would be returned by a Ning'tao bird of prey callsign KDF Tiger's Paw. A blue cat like being a Ferasan would come up on the viewscreen.
*** In Transit, Coruscant ***
"Oh so that's your story?" Kala asked, her Khajiit friend Keri not far behind.
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Weaver," the Spider said. "Nice to meet you captain, heh. Have you guys done this before?"
*** In Transit, Coruscant ***
"I've been in and out several times," Dusk responded to the Wolf. "Never stay for long. Strictly business and all that."
Dusk listened in on the rest of the conversation before making comment, "Hm... weird thing to admit to strangers on a bus, being attacked and stealing a dead man's ship. Inconsequential I suppose, seeing as this is more than likely the last time we'll see each other."
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*** Concert Ground Zero, Dragon'taan ***
Zack nodded and followed Kyle to the parade grounds.
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
Vince let out a sigh of relief at the news.
"Glad this is moving along", he stated.
"I'm curious to see what we'll be doing", Vince said to Falco.
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*** Parade Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kyle arrived at the Parade Grounds at the same time Drake and Amie did. "I'm fine, honey, just had to rush to get here," Drake told Amie.
"Okay, I see you two - Drake, where's your sister? And where are your kids, for that matter?" Kyle asked.
"No idea where Kira is, but I know Shiloh is with her boyfriend, and Jason is on his way here," Drake responded to his father. Indicating Zack, he asked, "Friend of yours, dad?"
"Drake, this is my old friend Zack, guy I met a long time ago," Kyle introduced Zack.
*** Concert Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah, that's them," John affirmed as he started approaching them. Ketorr was the first to spot John and Alex approaching.
"John... we were just about to call you," he said. "Everything okay? Who's this?"
"Mom, dad, this is Alex," John introduced Alex. "Kinda met her when I intercepted her distress call and lent a hand."
"So that's why you were late getting here..." Ketorr remarked with a smile as he sat back on the bench.
*** NCC Galatae, Dragon'taan ***
"Alright, I'm game," Blythe told Tigress.
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"We've done this a few times," Lex told Weaver. "Today's been the first time we wound up shorthanded; couple of our crew got sick."
"Which really sucks, because they really wanted to be here for this," Jack added. "But, oh well - there's always next year."
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"What, here at the festival or over on Corneria?" Falco asked his son as Fox lead the team out of the safehouse.
*** In Transit, Coruscant ***
"Not like the guy's alive to complain," Ahkrin responded to Dusk. "Asked the port official to change out the ID Transponder for the ship before I started this trip, just to be safe. Any of those agents come looking for me here, they'll be looking for, as the humans would say, a needle in a haystack."
*** Forcas III Orbit ***
"Attention, KDF Captain - I am called Alduah. I have reason to believe there's a rogue agent operating on Forcas III, and we need to find him before he has a chance to slip away or complete whatever he intends to do on Forcas III," Alduah spoke to the Ferasan.
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*** Parade Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Haven't seen Kira." Amie replied as someone landed behind her from the air "Ah so i finally get to meet Krystal's blood kin instead of her numerous adopted daughters..." the blue Dragon female said as she stepped around Amie offering her hand to shake Zack's. "Nice to meet you."
"I wouldn't be late if Tyber would move his furry ass." Shiloh grumbled as she stopped near the group to take a breather.
*** Concert Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
Kia looked to John and then Alex "have we met somewhere?" she asked her.
"If we have I'd forgotten by now." Alex replied.
*** Concert Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Then back to my armory we go." Tigress replied "Concerts over by the way we had a little more planned but some stuff needs to be done
Kylie turned to Vitani "So your not against staying at your brother's place while the Galatae undergoes maitainence?" the blue male Fox asked.
Krystal stood up and turned to Markus "Shall we make for UNSC territory or did you want to say something to the band?" she asked.
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Excuse me, but I couldn't help but hear your short handed." Said a mandalorian Vixen who happend to be passing by.
*** In Transit, Coruscant ***
Kala and Keri remained silent, not exactly understanding all of it yet.
*** Forcas III Orbit ***
Before she could speak another voice could be heard off screen "PetaQ! you are speaking to the head of House L'inx-" Before she was cut off by the captain with "pegh DujDaj!" the Ferasan held her hose for a moment
"I apologize for my crew members rude behavior she's, new.So great we have another Torg problem, great. You'd think the Klingons would find another place to hold their Bat'leth tournament after the first time.
"Very well I'll escort you planet side, just be respective of the Klingons, I probably shouldn't have to tell you what happened to the last fool who stumbled around like a PetaQ and caused trouble, I'll vouch for you but, please behave." The Ferasan ended with a long sigh.... "Transmitting landing vectors, now, try to avoid the drinking hall there've been a few brawls there."
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*** Parade Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
With a sudden quick vibration Zack split from head to torso looking as though he was conjoined twins sharing a set of legs simultaneously shaking the Blue dragons hand and responding to Kyle's comment. "Nice to meet you too/Kyle you're being too modest you practically recruited me right out the gate", he responded before snapping back into one.
"That's was weird", Zack said holding his head briefly.
Ema pipped up and stated, "well you couldn't decide who to respond to first so I came up with a solution."
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"Out of this box!",Vince exclaimed.
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Must be real fun to keep coming back then," Weaver said. "Oh uh, I guess what's a good rookie position then to be on the team?"
He looked at the Vixen who had recently appeared, then back to Lex, letting him answer.
*** In Transit, Coruscant ***
"I... meant more that it's something I wouldn't go around just telling anyone about, not that the dead would somehow care," Dusk said. "I'm no rat or bounty hunter, but who knows how far your words will carry." He paused, "Still, it's an interesting story. If we suddenly start getting shot at I'll at least know why."
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*Dragon’taan*
Ray followed along quietly. His mind…itched, for lack of a term. Evolutionary leaps were fighting with old, genetic level instincts. But, if he understood what the guides were saying, he was in for the most advanced virtual reality experience he’d ever dreamed of.
*Dromund Kaas*
As he meditated, Malgus would receive visions.
First was of him in a grand courtyard. Before him was Ickthis, a lightsaber in the Mongdrigan’s paw.
The second was of the Mongdrigans. They prostrated before him, singing jubilant praises in his name.
The final vision was of Mongdrigo. The once barren planet was now lush with forests, grasslands and oceans. Like a second Earth, far from the Sol System.
And it was aflame. Not truly fire, but of a strange, dark energy. It pulsed and danced against the cosmic sky. And a long, dark tendril of energy reached out to Dromund Kaas. It was as if the Force had learned how to “see” the absence of its influence; “see” all the life forms that were without the Force in any capacity. And just as quickly as the visions came, they vanished.
*Earth Foxtrot*
Klink nodded. “Good stuff. I’ve written enough IOUs to last me ten lifetimes.” Nimbly, and perhaps a bit too forward, the diminutive creature sprang up as high as he could, snagged a part of Eliza’s gear, and catapulted himself to her shoulder. “I’m guessing I’ll need a gun or something too, eh?”
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
Malgus awoke from his Force-Induced visions, still in his meditation chamber. He briefly pondered the meaning of the visions - it was clear from them that Ickthis may try his hand against him. Malgus knew he could easily beat him down, but then that would make him no better than their previous Great Leader; he had to do something to remedy this. If the vision was anything to go by, he'd be successful - but the last bit... it seemed the Force was calling him back to Mongdrigo. For what purpose, was not clear. Malgus left his meditation chamber and wandered into his office.
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Don't matter," Lex told Weaver, "The controls light up with the issued commands, so it's easy to follow." Lex looked up and addressed the Mandalorian Vixen. "We are, actually; might I ask who you are?"
*** Parade Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Odd thing to do, Zack," Kyle commented.
"Not my fault I needed to use the bathroom en route, Shiloh," said the anthro lion, Tyber. Not long after, Jason arrived, looking behind him.
"Come on, Leylah! You can fix that uniform before the parade starts!"
Just then, Kira arrived, and so did Anna. Kyle looked to Zack, and introduced the members of the family in the order they arrived: "Zack, that's my granddaughter, Shiloh, her boyfriend, Tyber Drakona, that's my grandson, Jason, with his girlfriend, Leylah, that's my daughter, Kira, and that's my wife, Anna." Kyle looked to Kira and asked, "Where's Kanan?"
Zack would notice that Kira and Anna looked very much alike - almost identical. The main difference being that Kira had a darker shade of hair than her mother, who had blonde hair. "He's not far behind me," Kira responded. She indicated Zack. "I don't know him, but I'm assuming he's a friend?"
"An old friend whom I met well before you were born," Kyle chuckled.
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"Alright, son, keep your pants on - we're out of this place," Falco told his son as they stepped outside to the festivities.
"I don't know about any of you, but I want to enjoy the festival a bit longer before we head back to Corneria," Fox suggested.
"Ditto," Fara agreed.
"No arguments here," Slippy added.
*** Concert Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Mom, dad, this is Alex. We recently met, and... well, we want to start... dating," John told his parents. Ketorr smiled broadly.
"Please excuse me while I pick up my jaw, son - I seemed to have dropped it," he jested with a chuckle.
"Is there any reason I should be?" Vitani asked Kylie with a frown. "He's my brother. It'll be fine."
Blythe followed Tigress as she headed back to her armory workshop, intrigued at this idea of solidifying the relationship, despite the fact that he just recently met Tigress.
"We better get going," Markus told Krystal. "We don't want to be late."
*** In Transit, Coruscant ***
Ahkrin shrugged. "If anything, I wonder if those agent dudes that tried to prevent me from leaving are gonna follow me. They seemed adamant about me not getting off-world, for some reason." The transport stopped at one particular station, a merc outreach center. "This is my stop," she said as she rose to her feet. But before she could move for the door, one particular Jedi came aboard - a Togruta woman, looking straight at Ahkrin. Didn't take a genius to figure out this was Ahsoka Tano.
*** Forcas III Orbit ***
The group landed planetside, and made their way to the building where the Bat'leth Tournament was being held, and looked around for the Ferasan who allowed them to land.
*** Earth Foxtrot ***
"That depends," Eliza said, "What kinds of weapons are you comfortable with?"
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Ah... okay," Weaver said. "I guess I'll just fill whatever role is left over then."
*** In Transit, Coruscant ***
"Watch yourself out there," Dusk said right as Ahkrin tried to leave, and Ashoka came aboard. Dusk briefly wondered why a Jedi would be taking a public transport, but quickly came to the conclusion that Ashoka was here for Ahkrin.
"Well for your sake I hope that lightsaber of yours isn't stolen, or else a debt is about to come due," Dusk said to Ahkrin. He also took note of whatever Romulus was currently doing out of a paranoid hunch.
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Kelsey." The Mandalorian replied.
*** Parade Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Yes it is when i told you to go before now." Shiloh replied to Tyber.
"I want to look good.' Leylah a mostly dragon fox hybrid said hurrying along, she looked fairly similar to her adopted grandmother and sister Anna and Kira thoguh her hair was purple.
"I right behind you, dear." Kanan replied. Turning to face Kyle "I've been on her tail all day, Sir." The Red dragon looked at Zack "Getting a Cerinian vibe off this one,but he's not blue, what's the story behind that?"
*** Concert Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"I think it's right there." Alex and Kia said simultaneously pointing to Kettor's lower Jaw.
"So you chose Krystal's clon.. I mean daughter to be your partner, huh?" The female Worgen asked John.
"You don't have to hide the Truth, Ma'am." Alex replied to Kia's comment.
"Well what should I call you?" Kia responded.
"Just Alex, Ma'am or Alessia."
"I'm going to ask Zack if he wants to come." Krystal replied sending Zack a message, he'd probably not realize Tigress probably snuck in a communicator to his new armor or on something she had given him.
TIgress led the way back to her armory and into an odd looking room with smelting and forging equipment "Typically the ritual was done with iron Age style equipment, but since I'm running the Ritual I will allow modern equipment. Do you know how to make and old fashion Steel sword?" The large Tigarian woman asked.
*** In Transit, Coruscant ***
The Dragon born Wolf and Khajiit stepped off with Ahkrin, not recognizing Asoka having not really been off world much.
*** Forcas III Orbit ***
Kreya would be surrounded by many Elite Ferasan Guards near a computer terminal in a corner, she would turn her head to view the newcomers before getting back to her work.
Among the guards were also other Ferasans standing nearby, one partirulcar wearing a more revealing outfit than the rest Freya took an interest in the newcomers letting them come to her., but whatching them all the same.
*** Earth Foxtrot ***
"I have a couple of small pistols if you require one." Rika noted.
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*** Parade Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Zack shook off the slight dizziness catching Kyle's comment he said to Ema via neural link,"yeah I know right."
He gave the group a wave as he was being introduced.
Zack gave a slightly disarming look to the Red Dragon, "Well you see my father is Fox McCloud and Krystal my mother, with my ventures and nano tech, I've been through changes, at one point I was actually grey with silver hair and had a cybernetic arm that and I'm sure my Dna got played with a bit.",Zack responded.
"To be fair I did change his fur color, it took me a few hours to figure out how to do that safely", Ema pipped up emitting a light synced with her voice from Zacks holo-tablet on his wrist.
"Give it a few hours", Ema added.
*** Safehouse, Dragon'taan ***
"Yeah I know, just tight quarters give me anxiety", Vince said with a uneasy look, shortly fallowed with a joyful one as they stepped outside amongst the festival.
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*Dromund Kaas*
Out in the Mongdrigan shantytown, things were reaching an odd point. Violence was rampant, the purple raccoons were basically throwing down in the street over very little. No deaths, but lots of visits to the medical tents. Ickthis fumed in his little tent, having given explicit orders to be left alone, aside from being brought food. And, of course, his saber. The fact that it had broken down after the fight with that Jedi was a saving grace. Had he had it when he visited Malgus, Ickthis would've challenged him right then and there. But, for time being, he could only stew in his impotent rage.
*Dragon'taan*
"I wasn't allowed on boats," Ray said flatly, finally tuning into the conversation. "I get seasick very easily. And I never figured out all that...nautical terminology."
*Earth-Foxtrot*
Klink shrugged. "I can use just about anything. How well it goes is what matters. I'm comfortable with most weapons, though. Those uh...ah, shoot. What're they called? Wear big armor and shout about technology? Anyway, their laser doodads always fascinated me, moreso than that silly armor they wear." He stretched and flexed his diminutive paw. "Got their batteries all exposed, just gotta slip up and twist. Thing shoots out like flea on a frying pan. Then you just...take it."
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*** Dromund Kaas ***
While Malgus was busy speaking to Darth Vulkest and Mesmerin, he was not blind to the goings on in the Mongdrigan encampment. Truth told, he was worried it had some connection to the vision he had earlier. For now, he would deal with Mesmerin and Vulkest while he waited for something new to develop with the Mongdrigans. That said, he was pleasantly surprised to learn Mesmerin had the very Holocron the TJO had been seeking here on Dromund Kaas. Mesmerin willingly handed it over without incident. That being done, he also offered to help in the interrogations of the Jedi Prisoners under Vulkest. Malgus agreed, and sent the two off.
*** Transit Station, Coruscant ***
"My lightsabers aren't stolen," Ahkrin clarified for Dusk. "I can't imagine why Ahsoka Tano would be here for me. Didn't do anything wrong."
"No, but you caused a shockwave in the Force when you arrived," Ahsoka stated. She crossed her arms in thought. "Hm... it's no coincidence you lot arrived just when I needed..." Her gaze shifted to Romulus. "And who are you, and what are you doing here?"
"Romulus, master Jedi - and I'm a freelancer. Was just on my way to look for my next job," the white wolf answered.
"Ever worked with a Jedi before?" Ahsoka asked. Romulus shook his head wordlessly. Ahsoka's gaze then shifted to Dusk. "And you? Who are you, and do you have anything against Jedi?"
*** Forcas III Facility ***
Alduah and Bahkriid both spotted Kreya, and approached. Alduah knew better than to try being discreet with Klingons and their affiliates, so he politely - as polite as Klingon manners go - got Freya's attention and showed the picture of the Zebra with the clear burn scars on his face. "Do you know if this individual has been spotted here on Forcas III?" he asked.
*** Earth-Foxtrot ***
"Oh, okay, so you're fascinated by laser weapons. If that's the case, I can get you something like that. If they don't have any, though, can you make do with at least a Carbine?" Eliza asked Klink as she rounded one corner, heading for the eastern gate out of Freeside.
"Risa! Wait!!!" shouted a clearly Russian-accented voice from not far. A man would be running toward them, armed with an AKMS.
"Friend or foe, you two?" Eliza asked Rika and Risa, reaching for one of her weapons.
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Lex nodded to Kelsey. "Looks like we have our full team," he remarked. He started for one of the holodeck rooms, speaking with the attendant present there.
Jack chuckled at Ray's comment. "Not a water ship, a starship, sir - we're doing a simulation of a starship battle. The one Lex wants to do is the Battle of Dragon'taan, during the Marauder War."
*** Parade Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Guys, this is Zack, I knew him long ago, and he just recently returned to the fold. As far as I'm concerned, he's part of the family. Clear?" The family all voiced their agreement.
"Not everyone can say dad gave them the Indari family treatment, Zack," Kira chuckled with a bright smile.
"Come on, you all - onto the float," Kyle ordered as he got onto the motorized float, offering his hand to Zack.
*** Concert Grounds, Dragon'taan ***
"Well, I'm interested in seeing where this goes," Ketorr said as he sat back. "John's so far been laser focused on his career, he's not even thought of dating."
"Hard to find a mate when you're among the stars so much, dad," John shot back. "But I was lucky enough co come across someone else who does the same."
"Ten to one Kyle's gonna be giving him the Indari Family treatment in the parade," Markus told Krystal. "He'll be fine."
"Wanna head to the manor, or do you want to stick around for the parade?" Vitani asked Kylie.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I've made a few back in my high school days," Blythe told Tigress as he set to work. "Of course, I always was fond of the Katana swords from Earth."
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Fox would lead the team toward the Parade Grounds, hoping it hadn't already passed - thankfully, it hadn't, it actually had yet to begin... much to Fox's relief. But then, he remembered - Zack was here, too. He got out his comms, and started speaking, "Fox to Zack, are you reading me on this channel?"
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*** Parade Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I'll take the compliment", Zack said with a smile as he gripped Kyle by the forearm and stepped up onto the float.
Ema chimed in on the nero-link "Zack you're dad's on the line." Zack lit up with a surprised expression. "Patch him through," Zack responded. As Zack heard his dad's voice he replied with, "Yeah I'm on the parade float with Kyle and his family, is everything okay?"
*** Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"So dad what's the celebration for?", Vince asked Falco.
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*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Weaver nodded to Jack, "That said, spaceships do still use some nautical terminology, though I still get port and starboard mixed up, despite owning a small vessel. Uh... very small, meant for a crew of one. Also sea-sickness might be replaced with space... uh... sickness, depending if you look out the window during a jump."
*** Transit Station, Coruscant ***
Dusk dismissed the notion of their meeting being no coincidence, although didn't voice his skepticism. Still, this was an opportunity.
"Dusk," the robot replied. "I have no personal grievances with the Jedi," not that Dusk was stupid enough to say anything if he did. "I'm a freelancer of sorts, like Romulus. I was on my way to a junkyard for spare parts so I could rebuild some of my forces." He gestured to the other robots accompanying him, "although these aren't fitted for combat."
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*** Transit Station, Coruscant ***
Not being addressed Kala and Keri remained silent.
*** Forcas III Facility ***
"Can't say I have.." Kreya responded honestly "But if he is hiding here i'd check the rooms, considering what happened last time I give you permission to check the equipment rooms."
*** Earth-Foxtrot ***
Rika put a hand on the top of Eliza's weapon " friend." She added Turning back to Klink "I have couple laser pistols or plasma pistols if you'd prefer to try those." She added.
"Not my fault you weren't home when the NCR called." Risu Grumbled about their friend...
*** Holodeck District, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
Kelsey nodded in responce, looking to Ray for a second "Is your friend here okay?" He looks like he's about to freak out or something." She asked Weaver.
*** Parade Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I don't have a problem with it, Sir." Kanan replied.
"Why would I care?" Shiloh asked rubbing her face against Tyber's
*** Parade Grounds, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"I don't really care, what do you want?" Kylie asked Vitani.
"We have some time to wait, let's head back to the manor and pack for the trip." Krystal said to Markus. "Are you betting with a telepath again?"
"And you were worried about this meeting?" Alex asked John, bumping her shoulder into him lightly.
*** Tigress' Armory, Draco City, Dragon'taan ***
"Whatever you feel you can make the best have at it then." Tigress replied.
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*Dromund Kaas*
Ickthis eventually removed himself from his self-imposed isolation. He needed to see it. Striding through camp, his presence still commanded high respect. Those who were fighting stopped to salute the veteran captain, before returning to their altercation.
In the lab, Ickthis stared at the smoldering wreckage of his pseudo-lightsaber. It was much clunkier and weightier than Malgus’s, but it reached the same conclusion. Or, it did. Now, it was little more than a melted, mangled mess of silicon and metal. The tiberium core was damaged thoroughly, refraction lenses were cracked from the heat. And the emission catch at the end was bent.
“In all,” the engineer said tentatively. “The weapon needs to be remade completely. If we asked Lord Malgus-”
Ickthis’ gloved paw lanced out, clutching the engineer’s jumpsuit. “Great Leader,” he growled.
“H-Huh?” The engineer looked scared and shocked. Ickthis tossed the scrawny Mongdrigan to the ground.
“Malgus is no different from the last Great Leader. He offered us salvation, yet only planned to exploit us for his gain. I will strike down Malgus and take my rightful place.”
“C-Commander Ickthis, this is treason!”
Ickthis sneered, his paw slowly gliding to the combat knife on his belt. “Have you so abandoned the Old Mongdrigan Way? We are a people of might. And to be led by the nose like cattle.” Ickthis shook with rage before drawing the knife and driving it into the table. “It is a mockery of our ancestors.”
*Earth-Foxtrot*
“I could probably handle a shorter rifl. Truth be told, I’ve never-” As the Russian rounded on the group, Klink quickly slipped down Eliza’s back, hanging gently from her gear like a backpack. But once it was clear that the newcomer was no threat, Klink returned to his perch. He shook a small fist at the man.
“Gods above! Don’t you know better than t’run around shouting with a big ol’ snapbanger in hand? Y’coulda been killed!”