STARWARS Episode 1: The Search for the Kaiburr Crystal

Galactic mission dates:
April 23, 2010 – June 04, 2010


Episode 1: The Search for the Kaiburr Crystal

Secretly, the Jedi Order have begun to reconstruct a new Enclave on the Planet of Coruscant. Wishing not to alert the Sith to their presence, only the Council of the most experienced Jedi have been allowed to begin this great task. The Sith have absolute authority on Coruscant, but for now must work in partnership with its politicians to grow stronger. During this time, a segment of the Sith known as the Triad have broken away from the conventional studies of the new age, have even influenced a large amount of the regimen of Sith Warriors to follow them.

The Emperor despises the power of the Triad, but is forced currently at maintaining his influence on the current planets already in his grasp. The inaction of the Emperor only fuels the cause and example of the Triad, who grow even stronger in followers. These Masters of the Darkside are led by Baal, who will soon be used by an ancient evil as an instrument of ultimate power, its aim is simple, to rule the galaxy...


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EPISODE 1: THE SEARCH FOR THE KAIBURR CRYSTAL

Starring Master Kian Koon
Jedi Knight Kaien Decar
Padawan Emrys
Padawan Errend Duviel
Jedi Knight Infrit
Jedi Padawan Sybon Tii
Master Kaydose


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History has its turning points. When decisions whether they be good or evil shift the balances of the Force in favor of their initiator. Few of the followers of Boga, the Darkside of the Force known as the Dark Triad, have spent the last 7 years studying the subtleties of the negative side of the Force, in search of ultimate power. The ancient Tomes taken from countless crypts of Sith Lords over the Ages fill their lives day and night. They work tirelessly, chronologically organizing and researching.

Although many Sith doubt in any power remaining in past Archives, these Sith embrace the seeking of ancient knowledge. Their studies have given them all mastery of certain Sith lore and complete control over their powers. Each have served on the Dark Council on Korriban, but decided to leave the pointless façade of strength, instead they all work together to ultimately find the true power and use it to destroy the Jedi Order.

He had seen the more battles in his sleep then his two comrades in actual combat. Still, they both were quite formidable in their respective methods of killing. Baal Sin knew the Dark Council was tired of the Triad's influence, he knew that eventually they would decide to silence them. Sin would need to find a way to turn the tide in order to gain more Sith Lords to his cause and lay claim the mantle of Sith Emperor for himself.

Lord Sin dressed himself quickly, motioned the guard to leave him be, and took a swoop out to the ridge of the mountain face. He hadn't rock climbed in about 27 years. He was older now and his body ravaged by the Darkside had stiffened making him no longer nimble. However, he didn't need to climb the face of the Mountain to get there. Summoning the Darkside, he studied the entrance of the cave. Remembering the location of the light inside. Instantly he was no longer at the base of the mountain, but instead he was inside the cave. He smiled as he began treading inside the damp, cool recess.

Instantly Sin scanned a Crown embedded in the wall of the cave. Light shown from the crown, and then reflected off of the symbol that brought him there. Lord Sin approached the crown trying to pull the Crown out of the wall. Sin backed away; his effort was futile. He opened his wrinkled hand and called upon the Force. The crown then began to shake inside the wall to then finally shooting like a laser right into his hand. He carefully examined the Crown. Whose was this? What did it mean? Then the wearer appeared to him...


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"Lord Sin, I am known as Ludo Kressh, the true Dark Lord of the Sith. I have a gift for you that you must claim. I have watched you and know you could be worthy; however, you must prove yourself to me. Take your group and your finest men. Head to planet Moovis, there you will find the Kaiburr Crystal, and the power to tell where all Force sensitives are in the Universe. Go, and claim the ultimate weapon for the Sith."

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TYTHON
Jedi Ashla Temple
2000 Years BBY

The Jedi have made the most of their situation since the destruction of their Temple on Coruscant. Gathering strength from the birthplace of their Order has been a revitalizing experience. Not to mention the total freedom on the planet from politics. This is one of the things the Council has really grown to like, although they still have to communicate and stay up on current events as they arise in the Republic. Recently the Jedi have felt the need to begin plans to reestablish their home on Coruscant, the return the beacon of Truth and Justice. Before that can happen the Jedi must fix relations with the Republic that still blame them for the destruction by the hands of the Sith.

Sitting in the meditation chamber Master Talis sits stretching out with the Force to feel the fabric of space and time, trying to feel ripples or echoes in the Force. These waves can let him know of events set to happen or being caused by the Darkside. This is his ritual, everyday this same time he has committed to this practice. His attitude is always the same, non-expecting. Suddenly, while his eyes are closed he sees the Force as water, calm and serene. Then instantly the water churns forward creating a huge wave of energy. The wave crashes and nothing, not even the water that made it remains. All that remained was a spinning triangle. Closer and closer it became. Then three figures of terrible power walked as though floating on air itself. Their eyes glowing heartless yellow. Instantly the Jedi Master leaps to his feet.

The Jedi Council was in the middle of discussing new information pertaining to their damaged relationship with the current leaders of the Senate. Jedi Master Talis approached the entry way of the Council Chamber. He was breathing heavily as he had run at top speed without using the Force to the Chamber. All members of the Jedi Council turn to glance at the fatigued Jedi. “Masters, forgive me but I need to warn you of the Vision that was witnessed by me today...” As Master Talis began to describe what he had seen.

Padeen Vir, Jedi Knight Guardian

Jeric Cass, Jedi Padawan Guardian

Yonga, Jedi Consular Youngling

Lon Sappeth, Jedi Padawan Guardian

Rean Ker, Jedi Padawan Jedi Guardian


"Hello Master Kian Koon, I believe? I am Jedi Master Talis, from the order on Coruscant." Stated Master Talis in a confidant tone.

"Hello Master Talis, I did not believe to many of us were still alive on Coruscant, most intriguing." Returned the old Warrior Master.

Suddenly, as the two masters were conversing, more Jedi poured out of the ship like a dam that had just broken. Kian began to wonder why these Jedi have come to their hidden Temple on Tython. However, before he could press the question, Master Talis answered his ever-persisting thought as if Talis could read the Kel Dor's well-fortified mind.

"We are here to, well, gather more Jedi for this mission that is of the up most importance is accomplished. If we can go inside, I can explain in much greater detail." Stated Master Talis.

"By all means, Master, follow me." Returned the Kel Dor.

The other Jedi quickly followed their commanding Master. Master Koon lead them into the library to discuss in further detail. Master Talis, accompanied with papers and data logs, wasted no time, and began to explain in his odd Republic Basic dialect. The Warrior Master listened intently to every word that was given to him by the Master.

However, being on the Council, he was still a much higher rank than the lone Master and it was his decision whether or not to take part in this Coruscant originated mission. Kian look about the room and began pacing, walking in line up and down the library. The other Jedi in the library felt his turmoil and they all stopped to watch the commotion. It was unlike a Council Member to be able to feel so easily. Kian, however, wanted to do the right thing and he has been known to jump the gun. Jumping the gun on this mission could result in the death of a lot of good Jedi and maybe himself. The old master gathered his thoughts and silenced the turmoil in the Force. He turned the turmoil into hope, hope that this Krystal would be found and these Sith destroyed in order to preserve the balance of the Force.

With a nod of the head, Kian ordered the Jedi from Coruscant to meet in the hangar bay while Master Kian gathered his group. After analyzing the group under Master Talis's command, Kian was able to infer that they were a pretty strong willed and well-rounded group without getting to know them over a few rounds of Juma Juice. Kian then decided on the groups. Group 1 would be himself, Yonga, Kallen, and Raen Ker. Group 2 would be Master Talis, Padeen Vir, Sybon, and Errend. Group 3 would be Master Kaydose, Infrit, Jeric Cass, and Lon Sappeth.

The group was quickly assembled, and they boarded the ship…
 
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The Hammer

Captained By Master Archiux Sabel

(Passengers Including, Infrit, Jeric Cass, and Lon Sappeth, 30 Republic Troops)


Singularity

Captained by Master Koon

(Passengers including, Yonga, Kallen, and Raen Ker, O Republic Troops)


Atonement

Captained by Master Talis

(Passengers Including, Padeen Vir, Sybon, Errend, Emrys and 80 Republic Troops)

Through careful consideration, Master Koon, and Master Talis agreed that the Jedi should split into 3 ships. Each ship has a different strength. However, both the Hammer, and the Atonement were relics from the Sacking of Coruscant and had been only partially repaired from the recent war. This was a gesture of goodwill, along with a small number of troops from the Republic. It wasn't much, but it would have to do for the Jedi of Ashla...

“Report!” Master Talis commands.

“We have lost about 59% of our shields, Sir!” Stating Sybon.

“And what of the Hammer?! how are they?” Master Talis asked of the Ithorian.

“Our scans cannot indicate them up Master! Either they have been destroyed or the scans are blocked due to the electrical disturbance in the nebula.” Sybon answering him.

“That can’t be...Errend!” Shouted Master Talis to the weird jedi.

“Yes Master Talis?” He responded.

“See if you can locate the Hammer, I'll see if I can at least give us enough power to get out of here without blowing us up in the process!” Master Talis said before heading to do his task.

Errend tries to use his scanning equipment, but his panels are flickering on and off. He resorts to using the old-fashioned method. Errend heads over to the aft monitor as it flicks on and off. He happens to see a flash of the Hammer; it is still intact. Errend barely looking up from the monitor to the Jedi Master, “Master, they are alive! The Hammer is still there!”

Both large republic vessels make it out of the sabotaged Nebula. However, they both sustain heavy damage. The Hammer which took a small amount of time longer to leave the exploding Nebula took 87% damage to its shields and 19 % damage to its hull. This resulted in them loosing 9 Republic Troops. The Atonement was less affected but damaged nonetheless, it received 62% damage to its shields and 7% to its Hull resulting in 3 Republic Troop deaths. Mere minutes after seeing the Sith Ship blast into hyperspace, all three Jedi ships contact each other through transmission.

“Master Kian stating we have a choice to make here. Either the Singularity leaves and follows the ion trail that we picked up from the signature of the Sith ship, now before it disappears, or we wait here with the both of you until you repair your ships to a reasonable level.” The flashing image of Master Talis responded; “If you leave, we will stay behind to watch the Hammer.” Master Talis looked at the flashing image of Master Kaydose, “It is up to the both of you to decide. Hurry we don’t have much time.”
 
Kian sits back and thinks about his options that stand before him. He decides to hold back with the rest of the squad. He states his reasons to Master Talis and Master Kaydose. Kaydose tossed up his hands. "Fine! I'll stay put. I'm following your lead on this one Kian."

The sound of the Nebula could be heard all over the ship. Even though the Hammer was safely out of range, the sound seemed like thunder hitting against the hull of the ship. Both the Hammer and the Atonement sat next to each other outside of the Nebula, and six kilos away from the asteroid field. Master Kaydose had walked the damaged decks of his ship assessing the damage done to his ship. He had learned first-hand the horrors from the device shot into the Nebula from his dark foes. Six of his troopers had been burned beyond recognition, while the other three had been abducted by the vacuum of space.

Master Kaydose, along with Jedi Knight Infrit, Jarec Cass, and Lon Sappeth all studied the holographic star chart. Lon Sappeth had speculated that three systems looked to be along the projected path of the Sith ship moving in hyperspace. Master Kaydose could not help but think, ‘Were they already too late?

Jedi Knight Infrit then informed that the repairs to the ship to get them back to the level of 85% shields would take 12 hours. This was not what Master Kaydose wanted to hear. Suddenly a sound erupted on the bridge of the ship...

“Captain, we are picking up a transmission.... it appears its being sent to both our ship and the Atonement. Its Master Talis!” Says a smiling Lon Sappeth.

Master Kaydose answers, “Go ahead.” An image of Master Talis appears large, holographically in front of the circle of bridge crew members. His arms are behind his back, and the trophals covering his mouth quiver as he speaks his intentions.

“Brothers, friends, Jedi…we have already been delt a crushing blow, but this will not stop us. The Sith are definitely planning something major and we must not fail. Billions of lives are at stake as well as countless worlds. We have suffered damage but very low casualties. Because of this, I am taking my ship and going after the Sith. Any and all information that I receive I will send back. If transmissions are not blocked back to you on our progress. Hurry my friends, repair your ships an join us. The Atonement will need all of your help. May the Force be with you!”

Snarling before speaking “We should be going with them. We suffered no damage, and they need us!”
Master Koon does not flinch, he continues to glance into the monitor screen to see the two other ships.

A very short green creature named Yonga balancing on one clawed toe now speaks, “Master Talis is doing what he believes he must, he is.”

“And How do you know we are not doing the wrong thing?” Responded Raen.

Settling to two feet, placed both hands on hears large ears the young Whill stated " Look at me I’m Master Koon, mmmmuhahahah!"

In disgust Raen rolls his eyes and turns back around to see Padawan Kallen laughing as well. Master Koon remains facing the view screen, he notices the Atonement turning, and then quickly banking into hyperspace.

There was no going back as Master Talis was headed after the Sith. He had to be the one to lead the charge. The other ships had to decide to remain for various reasons, so the responsibility rested on himself. He would not go back to Coruscant empty handed. Too many lives depended on the Jedi being successful. He would ensure they would.

“Captain!” Yelled Sybon to gain Master Talis’s attention before continuing, “we are picking up three small ships they are headed straight for us!” Master Talis knew he could not maneuver in evasive action efficiently in hyperspace. All he had time to do is ready the ship for impact.

“All hands brace for impact!”
Suddenly everyone on the ship closed their eyes...

Kallen was back at his post. He really wanted off of the ship. He was ready to engage the Sith without machinery and the vastness of space separating them. Instantly three ships came out of hyperspace about 200 kilos away. Zooming in he tried to make out the model of the ships, but the equipment for scanning was actually being shorted out by the unstable Nebula nearby.
“I’m sorry Master Koon I cannot make out what kind of ships they are. If they are in Sith space, we have to assume they are not friendly.”

“Positions everyone!” Said Master Koon. The three ships begin to fire on the Singularity. One flew in from above, blasting fire from a direct vertical position. The other two came in front, both of them turned sideways with their bellies of their ships, facing each other.
Master Koon had been in situations like these before, he knew what he had to do. Calling on the Force, Kian sent his ship spinning in a horizontal angle. While Kallen and Ker shot the cannons at the opposing ships. After several minutes two ships were shot down, both by Kallen. Yonga made sure that Raen Ker knew that.

“Master, where did that last ship go? Spoke Yonga.Kian looked around at the view screen. ‘Thats a good question, a very good question...

“Captain, Master...Master Kaydose we have five Large vessels approaching from the planet’s surface! They are almost in tractor beam range!”

Kaydose knew what had happened, somehow word had gotten back to the Sith base about them. Now five of the largest ships the Sith had in their vast fleet was about to have an interesting, to say the least, meeting with them."
 
“Coordinates reached Master!” Mentions Errend.

Take the ship out of hyperspace. Slowly the stars around the view panel that are streaks of white light become shorter and shorter. Until they are once again stars. The ship makes noises heard all over, from all directions as it comes out of hyperspace. Master Talis looks intently on the view screen, the Sith ship is nowhere to be found.


“Kiffering Sith!” Master Talis curses. With both is arms folded behind him, he glares at Sybon and Padeen Vir as they walk back into the bridge.

“What’s wrong sir?”

“We have lost our trace on the Sith Ship. Somehow, they managed to sever our trace on them during the time in hyperspace.” Master turns to Sybon, “Maybe I should have kept you here.”

He glances over at Errend, “What are the nearest planets in vicinity of the last known trajectory of the Sith Ship?”

Errend looks at his view screen before responding, “We are in the Circarpous system. This System contains fourteen planets. The closest two planets are Mimban, and Moovis.”

Master Talis paced only a few steps before turning back to face Errend. Still pondering he mentions, “We have 3 ships, they have only one and could have only gone towards one of these planets.” Moovis was nearer and Master Talis happened to be familiar with the Planet. 17 years ago, he was on his last mission as a Padawan. His Master Low Prac was tracking a very dangerous fugitive.

They had damaged the fugitives ship and because of its failed emergency systems, it crash landed on the surface of Moovis. It took them three days. Anyone else would have surely been caught by now. But this was no ordinary mark they were chasing; it was a Dark Force Witch.

Her name was Liria, and she had already killed three Jedi that had tracked her before. Finally in a ravine Master Talis and his Master bad cornered her. Her back was turned, and her shoulders were heaving up and down as she breathed hard.

“It’s over, turn yourself in Liria.” said Master Prac.

She turned to face them with her hand around her back. “Would you attack an unarmed woman, Jedi?” She was very pretty beneath the tattoos and paint; her body fit nicely and was accented well in the tight torn cloths. However, her deep ominous voice made it clear she was very much a witch. Suddenly, she her hand snapped forward and a crimson whip of laser energy shot forth, shooting straight at Master Low.

Quickly he parried but the quickly changing, contorting line of energy changed in an instant. In seconds Master Low found out why this woman had killed three before him.
Master Talis crumpled over, his head tilting to the side, then rolling off his body.

She then turned to look at Master Talis. “Your turn!”

“Master!” Shaking his head, Master Talis turned to face Padeen Vir. “What is your order?”

“I am familiar with Moovis, we should get moving, I will send a transmission to Commander Koon.”

“Yes Sir.”

Master Kian Koon's ship reading the coordinates of the Atonement came out of hyperspace as well,
about 100 kilometers from the exact spot they came to earlier.

Commander Koon's eyes if seen would have been narrowing, ‘Where is he now?’ Koon walked with hard steps over towards Kallen.
“What do you show on our sensors?”

He’s gone to the surface Sir. He’s currently in the atmosphere of Planet Moovis.”

Koon pivoted away from Kallen, ‘Why would the Sith head to Moovis?’ He pondered, Moovis is a filthy place, pirates, smugglers all head here to Greater Paradise. Master Koon looked toward Raen Ker, “Go on. It’s a huge station, above the clouds. A Hutt used to run it, but now some hotshot named Blake Stratt is in charge. He got really rich off of finding and selling a certain type of spice.”
 
Growling, he as ruthless as they come, often has nightly executions of anyone that is caught stealing or skimming off the top. “Wait,” replies Master Koon, “how many planets in vicinity of”--- Suddenly, a holographic image of Master Talis appears...

The Hammer came out of Hyperspace very quickly, Master Kaydose panned to see if any more Sith ships were in the area. “What do you have anything?” “No Sir, no ships can be found with Sith ion trails.” Responded Lon Sappeth. “Master!”

“What is it Sappeth?”

“Both republic ships are making their way to planet Moovis. The Sith must have gone there, hurry lay in coordinates for Moo---" Suddenly Master Koon's image in holographic
form emerged.

“Do not follow us to Planet Moovis, I repeat do not Follow us to planet Moovis. The Sith Ship could have gone to either Moovis or Mimban. I want you to head towards Planet Mimban. Master Talis could be wrong, and if he is we cannot risk giving the Sith the added time they
need to do whatever it is they intend to do. Head for planet Mimban immediately! Commander Koon out.”

With that his image disappeared, and the crew of the Hammer sat impatiently waiting on Master Kaydose order...
 
Moovis, a planet completely unfamiliar to the old Kel Dor Warrior Master. On the contrary, it was a planet that was completely familiar to Master Talis. Kian had ordered some of his men on the bridge to do some background work on Planet Moovis and Master Talis in the downtime.
Amazingly, he had learned a lot about both the planet and the Jedi master.

Master Talis had been to the planet before on a mission when he was a padawan 17 years ago. During the mission, he had encountered a Sith Which that posed a serious threat to him. After reading the information in more detail, Kian sat down in his chambers and began to meditate if he could sense the Sith Which on the planet. However, he was unsuccessful, and he was only able tosee that the planet was clouded by the dark side.

"Padawan Ker, what is our status on our arrival on the station on planet Moovis?" Master Kian questioned. "Master, approximately 10 minutes. I have sent in the docking codes, and they should be bringing us in shortly." Raen Ker replied happily.

"Kallen, have you gathered any information on the planet and the station?" Kian again asked.

"Yes, and I have been successful at it as well. Yonga also assisted me. I have discovered after constant data archive searching and decoding of encrypted messages that the planet has a desert terrain and the station that we are intending to dock at is actually a massive mining
station mainly used for imports. The likely hood of finding our target or targets seems to be pretty high." Kallen replied.

"Great work Kallen and Yonga."

Suddenly, docking procedures began as the ship was under the command of the docking tower and was towed into the station by small escort ships. The Singularity was first inside of the station. The Atonement quickly followed. Kian relayed a message to the Atonement telling
Master Talis to bring himself along with one other Jedi into the station. He also told the master to alert his troopers to be on high alert, but to remain on the ship unless they were called for.

The Singularity's docking bay door was the first to open. Kian punched in different orders into a data pad that were quickly sent to the docking tower. The orders were to refit, rearm, and refuel both ships. Credits were quickly transferred into the stations account. Master Kian, along
with Padawan Raen Ker, the great lightsaber wielder, emerged from Singularity.

Kian gave the ship command to Kallen and Yonga. Kian and Raen waited a few minutes outside, and they sensed the surrounding area. Master Talis then emerged with Jedi Knight Errend, leaving Padeen Vir and Sybon in control of the Atonement.

"Is this truly wise Kian? I don't know what methods they teach at the Ashla..." Spoke Talis but was cut off short.

"Let me stop you right there and let us talk about this matter over a drink." Kian replied and led the team to the Cantina.

The door to the Cantina quickly shot open and the Rodian bouncer allowed them entry. The Cantina was sprawling with all different types of alien species, there was no distinct race on the station. The four grabbed a table and each ordered a drink. Each person seemed a bit nervous except for Master Kian, who thrived in these types of situations. He liked to be out in the open, it allowed him to sense things more clearly. He began to sense his surroundings in a very calm fashion while starting a conversation with Master Talis.

"So, Master Talis, what gives you the right to disobey a direct order given to you by your supreme commander?" Kian said strictly...
 
The air was thick inside of the Cantina. The aroma of many different bipeds filled the air. The drumming beat of the musicians, followed by the dancing Twi’lek women gave a large number of what some would consider men pause, as they continually practice the ritual commonly
known as drinking. Master Koon, the appointed Commander of the mission, waited to hear an answer from Master Talis. He is appointed from the Jedi Council on Coruscant to provide intel and offer support. Master Talis had not liked the idea of taking only one person with him, from
his ship. And one of his issued crewmen from Talis known as Jedi Knight Errend, he felt very uncertain about.

Logically, he decided he would bring him along rather than leave him on the Atonement. He entrusted his ship to his experienced fellow Jedi from Coruscant, Padeen Vir. It had been many years since he had been on Moovis. He also remembered it having a flair for being very unpredictable. Appearance was very important and subtly was paramount.

Talis dawned the garb of a lowly pirate with his features accented his chosen look wonderfully. He also instructed Knight Errend to do the same. Much to his surprise Master Koon did not arrive at the Cantina in some form of disguise. Master Talis set with legs crossed and straightened posture. He looked away from Master Koon to scan around the Cantina. Then after several seconds had passed he turned to look into the eyes of his appointed Commander.

I am a follower of the Living Force Commander Koon. I trust that you have read my history in the Archives. I know my actions were in direct violation of your direct order, but I feel the Force is directing me as it did on Coruscant. The Visions of the Sith obtaining something very soon
that grants great power were shown to me. I feel when the Force at any moment instructs me, I have to do what it requires.

I know this maybe very hard for you to understand but this mission could determine the fate of the galaxy for many years to come. I felt at the time I made the decision to follow the Sith, that we would lose them, and time in this matter is very critical. We cannot fail, Commander. I will not go against your orders again, but I will present any feelings or impressions I receive, you have my word.”

Master Koon looks sternly at Master Talis carefully speaking, “I understand your concern and yes I have read your files. However, you more than anyone know that what you consider to bethe Living Force could be only emotion, and that your current vision could be clouded. Have you
ever considered that the Triad could be behind your visions and this all could be a trap? Rules exist for a reason and so do order and structure. Any more violations from you will result in your immediate confinement to my ship. I will ask the Jedi Council to withdraw you from this mission. Is that clear?”

Master Talis folds his arms and nods his head as he sits, then looks back up at Master Koon. He leans over to Commander Koon and in whispering tone to say, “I have considered it all being a trap, but if it is.... well let us just hope you are wrong.”

Errend looked up to say, “Master Talis, I think I have a way to find the enemy. We could make a collective use of the force to seek where they are?”

Master Talis and Master Koon glanced at each other for a moment. Then Koon nodded to Master Talis, signaling him to go ahead and answer Knight Errend.

“The Darkside of the Force surrounds both Moovis and Mimban. The Triad have taken great preparation to cloud our vision. Months before we reached this system. Even with the combined Farseeing powers of the collective Sage Jedi on Coruscant, they could not feel accurately the presence, or motives of the Triad. Any attempt to do so by us, especially as we move closer to them, will only increase our level of difficulty to use the Lightside of the Force. Thank you for offering your idea, Knight Errend.”

Master Talis turned again to look in the direction of Master Koon. “I took the liberty when we were being escorted in to look up our contact. I have found an image of him, it is now on this data pad, see for yourself.”
 
“This is our contact; he is known as Blake Staton. Staton was responsible for supplying Kolto, which was a is a highly effective healing agent, and the competitor to the medical fluid bacta. He has ties on planet Selkath, and obtains large quantities of the substance, which is flown inregularly. Normally the Selkath sell it to both the Galactic Republic and to the Sith, not wanting to cause any conflict.

But Staton was the only one besides the Selkath that sold it out on the open market. It’s found in a massive chasm at the bottom of the great ocean which completely covers Manaan. The main kolto deposit was guarded by a giant firaxa shark, which the Selkath named as the mythological Progenitor, legendary guardian, and source of kolto itself.

Staton also had Carsunum flown in. Carsunum was a rare and highly illegal spice variant mined on
Sevarcos. Use of carsunum granted a boost of both mental and physical abilities as well as a
pleasurable sense of well-being; however, once the spice hit ended, side effects could vary from jitters to death.”

Looking around the room, Knight Errend notices a Bothan staring directly at him. Errend tries not to look back, but he can feel the Bothan continuing to stare at him. Fed up, he turns to Master Talis and asks if he can get up to get a drink.

Master Talis nods and tells him, “Only if you can get us all one.”

Knight Errend rises from his seat and makes his way toward the conspicuous looking Bothan. Passing a Twi’lek waitress, he turns and points to the table, “I need 3 of your drinks of the day, and one Blackbombass.”

“As you wish.” responded the scantily clad waitress.

Errend then made his way in front of the Bothan before confronting him, “Is there something I can do for you?”

“No, but there is something that I wish to do for you sir.” The Bothan holds out his small hands and asks, “I wish to read your future; may you grant me this request?”

Errend was very apprehensive about the Bothan, but knew his friends were just a table away. He shrugged deciding to allow it.

The Drinks had arrived, and all were just beginning to partake in liquid refreshment. There was a momentary feeling of relaxation, and then the inevitable happened. Suddenly there was a ruckus being heard over the thumping beat and techno sounds played. Humanoid and alien
species alike began to quickly rise darting from their tables. Master Koon, looking in the direction of Errend, lost his glimpse due to the mass of bodies moving to and fro. Then instantly all four Jedi felt uneasy...

“Jedi! Did you really think you could come here, and we would not notice? How foolish you are to wear your sacred robes here!” People increased their moving, everyone else began to get as close to walls as possible, not wanting to partake in anything meant for the now more than noticed Jedi. Outside of the cantina are a small number of Sith Warriors. Master Talis looked around for Errend and did not notice the Jedi Knight anywhere.

Master Talis and Master Koon both rose to their feet. Padawan Raen Ker then got to a standing position and began to perform a series of sniffs. “He’s still here!” Growled Padawan Ker. Master Koon then stated, “Pan out, see if you can find him Padawan Ker make sure you stay ina relative defensive position. We both will-" The loudspeaker then interrupts the Commanding Jedi's orders.
 
“Mmm, I see that there are more than one of you, that is a good thing. We have enough firepower to put so many holes in you. You will resemble the catacombs of Geonosis. Prepare yourselves, Jedi scum!”

The Doors open on the far south side of the Cantina 20 men in double formationrun immediately through the door. They split up, side by side and march sideways. Firing, maintaining a disciplined two man almost shoulder to shoulder attack pattern. Both Master Koon and Master Talis sink into Way of the Mynock, countering the flurry of blaster fire.

Master Talis standing a few feet behind of Master Koon stating, “You were unwise Master Koon in wearing your traditional Jedi garb. Our mission here has been compromised.”

Raen Ker's strong side was towards the initial oncoming blaster fire. He swung his large lightsaber across his massive chest and deflected 12 shots back at three of the Sith Troopers. Two of the Sith troopers dropped to their knees first and then fell limp. Onlookers huddledagainst the walls covering their faces in mass groups. Occasionally blaster fire would hit several people in the north side of the Cantina.

Raen Ker then spotted Errend, he was being dragged behind the bar by the Bothan. Padawan Ker roared and ran taking massive strides toward the
bar. Leaping high into the air but tucking his head to avoid the ceiling Padawan Ker landed in front of the Bothan dragging Errend. He quickly extended his long blade to point in the direction of the Bothan.

“What are you doing with him? And you had better have a good answer!” Padawan Ker roared at the shady Bothan. 30 more Sith entered the room, but these were not carrying any blasters. They crouched low and disappeared as they entered the room....

Back on the Atonement, both Sybon and Emrys huddled around Padeen Vir. They were looking up the data on Blake Staton, found that he had one massive receiving storage facility on the actual surface of the planet. All his surplus goods looked to be stored there. “This is where we can go to try and find Staton if Master Koon and Talis are not successful in locating him here at the Station.” States the lovely Padeen Vir.

Sybon turns and says, “Maybe it would be better for us to split up and head down there, our
Masters should be great together inside of the Stations Cantina.”

Emrys responded, “I wouldn't be too sure, I do not believe they get along very well, and I thinkthey should have brought more men with them. From the data we have collected it would seem that there could be much trouble here.”

Padeen Vir responded in kind tone, “Both of them are very experienced, I'm sure they will be
successful in their attempt to locate Slaton, if he is here.”

Suddenly all Jedi on board the Atonement feel uneasy. “Somethings wrong! Shouts Jedi Knight Vir.” “I feel it too!” Emrys said shortly after Padeen. Sybon added in, “As do I!” All Jedi stand on board the Atonement in one motion. “Look outside!”

All three of them turn to see about one hundred Sith Troopers all marching in formation outside the ship.

During the same moment, the crew members of the Singularity felt the same impression of the
Darkside of the Force.

Yonga looking up at Padawan Kallen, jumps down from what he would call a very tall chair, his small feet smack against the metallic surface of the inside of the ship. “Trouble there is, hmm?” “Yes indeed Yonga, let’s have a look shall we?” Both of the Jedi that remain on the Singularity notice what seems like 50 Troops headed for them, all in disciplined formation.

“Looks like there on to us buddy.” Kaien informed him sighing at the sight. “Indeed, a plan you have?” Yonga inquired looking at the sight shifting from foot to foot. “I'm thinking Yonga, I'm thinking...” The Hammer had just made it to orbit around Planet Moovis. They would have to dock at
the space station, and then obtain a ride to the surface since there were no ship docks on the planet. All attempts to hail the Space Station called Koros 3 were unsuccessful.

They would have to manually dock and investigate. Master Arch Sabel used great skill in lining up the hull of theship with the docking clamps. Everyone was very impressed on board. Lon Sappeth presented the holograph image of the Krovos 3 schematics and began to plot their course while Master Sabel formulated a plan. Jedi Knight Infrit looked up at Master Sabel and asked...

“Master, who do want to head inside with you? Please take me it would be unwise of you to not take advantage of my skills. I'm sure I could help you better with you, then inside the ship. Don't forget we do have 21 Republic Troopers left. How should we handle
the choices for your team?” Jedi Knight Infrit responded.
 
Master Sabel squinted his eyes, and took a deep breath before answering... Kallen jumped over to the pilots as he fired up the ship, almost immediately locking the ship and engaging the shields. He spoke over his shoulder to the little green jedi, “Yonga, how good are you with the turret?”

Yonga quickly makes it to the lower turret placement as he sits on the chair he adjusts it so that he reaches the controls. As he activates the turrets he says, “A problem I have, cannot reach the rotation mechanism on the bottom of the controls, they are.”

he cockpit of the ship to the turbolift in the back. Speaking to Yonga again, “I'll be right back Yonga, give me suppressive fire, wait for my order.”
stepped out the opening closed behind him. Kallen's robed jet-black armor shining with the light of the hangar bay. Kallen gave off a bright smile as he said unholstering his Lightsabers. “If only Vira were here...”

Jumping down a dense green aura began permeating from Kallen, the moment he touched down he disappeared. “Yonga, concussive shot to flank!”

Sith flank to the insides of the hangar, suddenly green and bronze flashes of light could be seen as it tore through the ranks of Sith. After moments less than half of the Sith remained, most were maimed on the ground, by either Yonga's concussive shots or Kallen's Lightsaber barrage.

8, 16, 18 and a half. Not that many left,” Kallen whispered to himself as he kept going, “Yonga let the turret cool off, you’re wearing it down a little.” He ordered. They fell Kallen did a head count once more, “One, four, nine...” Kallen's aura dense even more as he sheathed his Lightsaber's, extending his hands, he let out a single pulse of energy. As it hit the troopers against the wall a faint crack could be heard in an echo across the large hangar bay.

Then he felt…nothing. Inside the hangar, only he and Yonga remained.

The maimed bodies of the Sith, the crimson shine of the hangar bay floors as their blood spilled, covering the large hangar bay almost completely.
Kallen jumped on the turbolift compartment as it opened, he looked at his clothing as the lift carried him down the compartment sealing itself behind him as Kallen said, “Not a drop on me. I should thank Master Koon for letting me stay behind. I’m sure his party is going be a little wilder than mine.”
 
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