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Post by Lee Katarn on Apr 6, 2011 9:01:16 GMT -5
*Lee listens as Tomias talks about the form. His master? He may have to ask about that later out of curiousity. He makes a mental note of that and continues focusing on the task at hand. Satisfied with Tomias' response, he speaks up in the same continued tone to keep the conversation between themselves.*
That's exactly what I'm aiming for, but I want Garrett to pick it out for himself. Keep on him and make him realize the shortcoming himself.
*He walks away from Tomias and looks over to Garrett.*
You got yourself a training partner. You two may begin when you are ready.
*Lee walks away from the two of them to give them room to spar.*
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Post by Tomias Shoryu on Apr 6, 2011 17:00:25 GMT -5
*Tomias nods to Lee with a smirk when he talked about pressing the attack.*
No problem.
*Tomias walks to the opposite side of the cargo hold as Lee introduces him as Garrett's sparring partner. Tomias looks at the size and shape of the cargo hold and the amount of space he had to work with. Ataru required and demanded space. Tomias gauges that the cargo hold is enough space to prove said point. Once he gets to the other side Tomias turns to face Garrett taking out one of his lightsabers. He holds it with both hands and activates the silver blade which shoot vertically parallel with his body, the opening stance of Ataru.*
Ready, Garrett?
*Tomias closes his eyes and takes a deep breath. After he exhales he rushes at Garrett at full speed. As soon as he gets right in front of Garrett, he performs an aerial above and over him while using a Master Flurry while he is upside down in the air striking down on Garrett and landing on the other side of him.*
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Post by Taloombray on Apr 6, 2011 17:24:49 GMT -5
*Once he was up and moving -- both physically and mentally -- Taloombray decided to go see Tomias about borrowing his translator unit. Now being the only Shyrriwook-speaker among a group of Basic-speakers, he would need the translator if he wanted to communicate with all the Jedi. Hopefully Tomias wouldn't mind lending it out.*
*As he headed to the cøckpit, Taloombray balked when he heard the unmistakable sound of a force whip powering on. He whirled to face the source of the unwelcome noise but, of course, found nothing. His reason instantly lambasted him for his ridiculous response. The sound was NOT a force whip. There was no reason a ship full of Jedi would have such a device onboard. The sound had to be something else.*
*The Wookiee felt exceedingly foolish as the chiding voice of his own logic quickly dominating his thought process. He took a moment to recomposed himself by smoothing his fur and straighten up. These little episodes of memory relapse where some less-than-pleasant conditioning took over his behavior were very frustrating to the proud and appearance-minded old soldier. Since he had returned to Kashyyyk, there had been a couple instances when such things had happened around others. Even the times Ranon had been the only witness, the experiences had been mortifyingly embarrassing.*
*Taloombray's direction and intent changed. Even though he needed to talk to Tomias about the translator, the Wookiee had to locate and identify the source of the noise he'd heard. It was as though his rational mind wanted to prove its dominion over his more instinctual responses by showing that the source of the sound was indeed benign.*
*In short order, the old soldier had tracked the sound to the cargo hold. He peered cautiously around the edge of the door and into the room. For whatever reason, he didn't want to be noticed by whoever was there. Inside he saw Tomias sparring with the padawan Garrett. Both of the Force-users were wielding lightsabres which hummed with crackling power. That must have been what he'd heard. In both seeing and hearing the lightsabres, Taloombray remembered the sound of them from before when he'd worked alongside Jedi. He was surprised he had mistaken the sound; the traditional Jedi weapon was a very distinctive element of the Order and its signature noise was similarly unique.*
*Still peering around the doorway and into the cargo hold, Taloombray watched as Tomias made an amazing leap into the air and brought his weapon down to bear on the younger Jedi. He was always amazed the Jedi didn't kill or maim themselves by using such deadly, live weapons for training.*
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Garrett Sven
Jedi Commander
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Character Species: Human
Faction: Independent
Description: Ranch Foreman (Jedi in Exile)
Alignment: Neutral Good
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Post by Garrett Sven on Apr 7, 2011 16:55:48 GMT -5
Badass, to be honest I wanted to do this earlier but *Garrett stops mid sentence as he see Tomias inhale and close his eyes. He knew an attack was coming. He drops into the Djem So opening stance and prepares for the assault. The aerial attack was unexpected but Garrett was able to block and he uses the momentum of his blocks as he turns to swing down from the left at Tomias in a diagonal motion*
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Post by Lee Katarn on Apr 7, 2011 23:11:24 GMT -5
*Lee watches Tomias in particular as he goes for the initial assault. The Ataru stance was as good as one would expect from a Jedi Knight of guardian class. He watched as Tomias executed from the opening stance into his attack. It was good and had definently been refined with training. It was a bit odd seeing the form in third person. Lee had always preferred the style himself and so it was the form he was most skilled at.
Lee wasn't the strongest Jedi of his Order, but he certainly made use of plenty of speed and agility. Perhaps he was one of the quickest? Lee had to push aside the thought, lest pride overtake him. Watching Tomias attack and Garrett respond, it made Lee itch to get involved. It had been awhile since he could really stretch his legs and fight. Lee knew it was something he shouldn't actively seek, but maybe some sparring time of his own could do him some good. However, Lee knew it'd most likely have to wait after this mission.
After a bit of observing, Lee looked over to see Taloombray had joined the group. Apparently all their noise had attracted him, or so Lee assumed. Lee walked over to the wookiee and gave a pilot nod of greeting.*
Hello. We're not disturbing you, I hope.
*Lee could deviate his focus a little from overseeing Garrett and Tomias' sparring match with some light conversation. That and avoid alienating their new wookiee companion.*
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Post by Tomias Shoryu on Apr 8, 2011 0:00:20 GMT -5
*Knowing Djem So well Tomias predicited the counter attack and performs a butterfly twist to the side creating some distance and avoiding the strike. As soon as he lands he immediately jumps back at Garrett performing an Ataru maneuver known as the Hawk-Bat Swoop. Tomias lunges at Garrett with heightened speed and strikes quickly in passing landing Tomias a little distance away from Garrett.*
:If I keep on the hit and run he'll get it eventually.:
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Post by Taloombray on Apr 8, 2011 0:56:20 GMT -5
*Movement that was not the sparring drew Taloombray's attention to General Katarn who had apparently noticed his presence. He resisted his initial urge to back off as the general approached and instead nodded in return, acknowledging the greeting.*
"Hello. We're not disturbing you, I hope."
*The Wookiee was about to respond when he realized he still lacked the translation unit which had been the goal of his trip out of the dormitory. He shook his head in answer to the general's question. Then it struck him that perhaps Katarn could understand Shyrriwook; he had asked a question after all. And perhaps his connection with the Force might aid him in understanding even if he didn't know the language. Taloombray figured he might as well find out, though he was mindful to keep his statements simple and his words short.*
<No. I'm fine. Thank you. I went to see Tomias...> *he supplemented his verbal explanation by gesturing towards the white-haired man in question.* <Then I heard noises. I came to check it out.>
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Post by Lee Katarn on Apr 8, 2011 1:17:08 GMT -5
*Lee listened as Taloombray responded to him. Lee could understand the general idea of what he was saying. It was helpful that he was keeping his sentences short and simple, the gestures also helping. Lee only regretted he didn't learn the finer points of the language from his former master.
Still, he could manage with what he had well enough. Lee gave a simple nod of understanding. He also made yet another mental note to learn the language better when he had the time to spare. Lee was starting to get use to the idea that even in a position of teaching and mentoring, one was always learning.*
Ah yes. Tomias offered to help with Garrett's training.
*Lee resisted the urge to say his padawan. It was still an idea to get use to, having a padawan of his own. It was especially hard to get use to knowing his padawan was a longtime friend of his. The only thing that really separated him and Garrett was time in training and thus skill and experience. Still, in his role Lee would see to it that the time would be made up and he'd render to Garrett all his knowledge and experience that would be necessary.*
Can your need for him wait? Or should I put them on pause for a time?
*Lee looked over to see Tomias at that instant performing a move specific to Ataru. Not bad, not bad at all. Watching Tomias utilize Ataru made Lee want to train all that much more. It had been awhile since Lee was in a serious fight. The dark jedi he fought on Dantooine weren't quite up to his level, one in particular barely stuck out. Alderaan? He barely got to ignite his sabers. Quick hit and run skirmishes.
Part of Lee feared he'd be too rusty in a serious fight. Maybe once they hit Arkania...-Lee let the thought rest in the recesses of his mind for now. Personal training could wait.*
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Garrett Sven
Jedi Commander
Posts: 212
Character Species: Human
Faction: Independent
Description: Ranch Foreman (Jedi in Exile)
Alignment: Neutral Good
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Post by Garrett Sven on Apr 9, 2011 0:05:26 GMT -5
*It didn't really sink in until he blocked the next move but on his counter attack he missed. He had swung his blade hard and missed. Perhaps this is what his Master had wanted him to notice: the lack of mobility offered by this form It required long sweeping motions. Motions that if anticipated could probably easily be dodged*
I see what you did there *Garrett grins as he readies himself* Let's see you dodge me again
*Garrett blatantly lunges at Tomias executing the same technique that a shien deflection would entail. Garrett knew that his attack would be dodged, but this time he'd be ready to counter*
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Post by Taloombray on Apr 9, 2011 0:25:23 GMT -5
*Taloombray was elated that the Jedi general could apparently understand him. Based on the human's facial features when he was listening, Taloombray got the impression the understanding wasn't complete, but anything was better than nothing. Katarn certainly had jumped several levels in the Wookiee's book. Very few humans of the galaxy seemed to have encountered Shyrriwook, let alone understand it. In all his life, Taloombray had only met two humans who could understand his language fluently, and the general was in the handful he'd encountered who could understand to a degree.*
<No. I don't need him right now. If you can understand me I will be fine for now.>
*The old soldier returned his attention momentarily to the sparring. He observed Garrett and was impressed with the powerful death blows he was trying to make, but could see that Tomias with his acrobatics, was far too fast for the younger Jedi. He was still amazed the Jedi spared with their lightsabres. If Garrett was ever successful in one of his sweeping strikes, Tomias would certainly be dead as a result.*
<He will tire himself out,> *Taloombray observed, indicating Garrett. <Death blows should be saved for the right moment. They take too much energy for combat.>
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Post by Lee Katarn on Apr 9, 2011 0:42:21 GMT -5
*Lee listened as Garrett spoke to Tomias. He had noted that Garrett's swing had missed, and rather awkwardly from the looks of it. Lee had hoped from that miss that he'd begin to understand the limitations of his form. When Garrett spoke, his hopes were realized. Garrett now knew what Lee was trying to get him to notice on his own.
He watched as Garrett went in with a strike. Hm. He was using a motion that was very Shien-like. His padawan was up to something and Lee was interested to find out just what he was planning now that he realized the limitations of his form.
But Lee's attention was halfway given to the wookiee talking to him again, which was fine. It didn't take all Lee's attention to pay attention to the sparring match at hand. If this were a real fight and one he were involved in, it'd be slightly different.*
Yes. I can understand you, somewhat. My master once had strong ties to the wookiees, between that and my own dealings with wookiees here and there, I managed to pick up on the general idea of the language. I only regret I've yet to learn the finer parts of the language, however.
*Lee knew Taloombray had said no to the fact he didn't need Tomias right away and that Lee could understand him. Ah. The translator. That's what Taloombray must have wanted.
Lee's attention turned away from the translator as Taloombray mentioned something about being tired. If he was tired, why didn't he go take a nap? He was about to ask Taloombray why he didn't just take a nap now but then the wookiee said something about a death blow and combat energy. Ah, he was mentioning Garrett's move. He must have thought his attack too strong for that particular moment.*
Maybe, but the form I am teaching him requires a great deal of strength and powerful blows. Not only that, I think he's got some sort of idea in mind. Let's see how this plays out.
*Lee was actually appreciative of Taloombray's assessment. It was always good to have another set of eyes to witness and critique. Even if the Wookiee wasn't a Jedi, his input wasn't any less in value. Still, Lee wasn't ready to write off Garrett's strike as wasted energy. Lee could see that there was a change in Garrett from the moment he realized the shortcoming.*
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Post by Taloombray on Apr 9, 2011 1:07:13 GMT -5
*The Wookiee nodded at the teacher's explanation. He had no idea about Jedi swordplay, aside from knowing they did it and it was apparently quite detailed. It seemed like it was as much dancing as it was combat. Taloombray knew about dancing, and he knew about killing things with bladed objects, but combining the two into the dueling mastery the Jedi employed was something of a mystery.*
<They use their lightsabres for training? Do they ever hurt each other?>
*It was at this point Taloombray noticed one of Garrett's hands was not naturally-colored. With some closer observation, it looked like his right hand was synthetic rather than some sort of glove or whole-hand gauntlet. Perhaps the Jedi did maim themselves in training.*
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Post by Lee Katarn on Apr 9, 2011 1:22:56 GMT -5
*Lee thought for a moment. Usually training sabers were used for sparring and training. But Lee had no such equipment aboard the ship. Besides, Lee remembered much of his training being with actual lightsabers. It wasn't much of a problem to get around, as long as you had that connection to the Force that allowed such ability with the saber of light.*
It does happen from time to time. Generally the training is done with training sabers. They only sting and numb the area of impact, it still leaves a nasty side effect but you still get to keep your limbs. I have no such things aboard this ship. However, the Jedi here have enough experience with the blade to know how to spar and learn without going for serious deadly strikes.
Combine the knowledge and experience with their natural senses and abilities in the Force and the dangers become more minimalized.
*Though that wasn't to say the dangers weren't still there, even Lee's wording and tone told that much. Still, with Tomias and Garrett both being experienced Jedi Guardians, the two should be able to spar at this point without seriously or even fatally injuring themselves.
Lee noticed Taloombray seemed focused on something. As he tried to figure out what exactly, he knew it was something about Garrett. After a few moments, it dawned on him between the mention of injuries in training and the general area of focus that Taloombray was probably focused on Garrett's hand.*
Garrett's hand? In case you're wondering, that wasn't done by a lightsaber.
*Not to tell Garrett's business, but Lee figured it'd help ease Taloombray's mind knowing Garrett hadn't recieved a lightsaber related injury while Taloombray watched him train in lightsaber combat. It was all he was really willing to tell. If Taloombray questioned further, he'd only tell Taloombray to grab the translator and ask Garrett about it himself.*
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Post by Taloombray on Apr 9, 2011 20:27:33 GMT -5
*The combined information regarding the Jedi training procedures and the fact Garrett's injury was not sustained during such an activity was interesting. The old soldier didn't think to ask how precisely the padawan's hand was lost; the stories of war wounds and battle scars were most properly told by the owner. Additionally, Katarn's tone suggested asking wasn't appropriate anyway.*
<We train with wooden practice weapons. People still hurt themselves. No deaths though. Not from the training weapons.>
*The Rwookrrorro military's bladed weapons training was hands-on, practical, and intensely goal-oriented, the goal being to kill the opponent as quickly as possible. Disarming or capturing an opponent was rarely the goal if blades were involved. As a result of this training purpose and combat mindset, using real weapons was out of the question. When soldiers trained with the ryyyk blades or the warblades, the real weapons were replaced with wooden stand-ins wrapped with padding of appropriate size. In knife training the knives were replaced with rubberized decoys.*
*Even with these safety measures, recruits and seasoned soldiers alike frequently injured each other in training. Broken long bones, broken ribs, severe bruising, and broken noses and teeth were all common injuries. Such things were one of the downsides of the natural raw strength of the Wookiees. Still, deaths as a result of training were very uncommon. The biggest issue the military had with new recruits was people accidentally falling off the portion of the tree where the training session was taking place. *
<Is the goal of lightsabre combat not to kill the opponent?>
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Post by Tomias Shoryu on Apr 9, 2011 22:48:32 GMT -5
*With his back towards Garrett, Tomias realizes his change of form.*
:Well he's figured something out. Let's see what he has up his sleeve.:
*Tomias lets Garrett get the attack out and Tomias darts to the side to avoid the attack.*
:Alright Garrett, lets see what you've learned.:
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Garrett Sven
Jedi Commander
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Faction: Independent
Description: Ranch Foreman (Jedi in Exile)
Alignment: Neutral Good
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Post by Garrett Sven on Apr 10, 2011 1:53:15 GMT -5
*When Tomias darts to the side Garrett plants his forward (left) foot into the ground and with the force guiding his body he flips his body to the side in a cartwheel type motion to bring his right foot down hard on onto Tomias' neck*
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Post by Tomias Shoryu on Apr 10, 2011 22:12:43 GMT -5
*Tomias observes Garrett's movements and sees his foot coming in fast and hard. As he lands Tomias flows into the landing letting himself fall back and roll back further avoiding the kick. Coming out of the roll he pushes himself out of the roll and back onto his feet. With a smirk on his face Tomias darts back in ready to press the attack even harder now that Garrett seemed to be getting somewhere. Tomias lands and shoot diagonally past Garrett and after landing he quickly rebounds back towards Garrett using the Saber Swarm sending a flurry of strikes onto Garrett in passing.*
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Post by Lee Katarn on Apr 10, 2011 22:36:26 GMT -5
*Lee listens and nods along as Taloombray talks of his own training. It was interesting to hear, even if Taloombray was keeping the sentences simple so he could understand him without the translator. For the most part, Lee could understand him clearly. There were just a couple moments where he misinterpreted, like thinking Taloombray was tired.
Now he was asking a question about lightsaber training. Lee responded, though did not take his eyes off the two Jedi sparring.*
On the Jedi's end, that is the over all goal. Jedi do not like to kill, though sometimes it is unavoidable. Force knows I have a body count.
*Truth be told, Lee hadn't batted an eye at his kills up until now. Part of him regretted all the kills, but he didn't let on that he was having second thoughts about it.*
The Sith are very different however. In lightsaber combat, they'd love nothing more than to kill a Jedi. Or convert them.
*Lee's tone indicated he knew both from first hand experience. He watched as Garrett countered, applauding his padawan for not being such a stickler to form and counteracting it's lack of mobility with a bit of agility and hand to hand combat manuevers. The kick was solid, but Tomias was skilled enough to see it coming and go with it. Not only that but use another tactic specific to Ataru.
He made a mental note to be sure to allow Garrett to spar with Tomias more often. Garrett chose the guardian path and he could stand to fight a seasoned guardian that Tomias was proving to be. Perhaps when he was ready, Garrett could spar one on one with him. Lee was still hesitant, unsure that he could hold back. It had been so long since he sparred with other Jedi. Only recently did he come back from being absent for a number of years, and even during the time he had been back he had only been fighting enemies.
He couldn't allow his own rust and possible inability to harm Garrett in training. Lee would have to practice a little by himself first to get use to training and sparring again. Lee waited for Garrett to counter the saber swarm, then held his hand up.*
Training is done for now. Garrett, you've managed to see what I wanted you to realize. I think you've got a good handle on both variants of Form V. Go take a break.
*Lee clears his throat and addresses the three present in the room..*
I'll be heading to my bunk now to meditate now.
*The tone implied he didn't want to be disturbed. Lee excuses himself from the three and heads to his bunk.*
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Garrett Sven
Jedi Commander
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Character Species: Human
Faction: Independent
Description: Ranch Foreman (Jedi in Exile)
Alignment: Neutral Good
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Post by Garrett Sven on Apr 11, 2011 0:23:44 GMT -5
*As Tomias rolls with the kick Garrett manages a sound landing and spins around as Tomias leaps past him. He then remains in a Shien posture to parry the saber swarm as if it were blaster fire. When his master signals for the match to end Garrett deactivates his lightsaber*
Thank you master. *He turns to Tomias* Thanks for giving me a good workout. I look forward to doing this again on your homeworld
*He smiles and extends his hand for Tomias to shake it*
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Post by Lee Katarn on Apr 11, 2011 0:35:53 GMT -5
*Lee moved on to the dormitories his bunk was located in. When he arrived, he noted that someone had recently settled into a bunk near him. He assumed it was Taloombray, since he had told him that he could settle in while everyone else was off doing their thing. Shrugging it off, Lee settles down on the floor beside his bed. He gets in the usual Jedi meditative stance and begins meditating on recent events.
He needed a moment to clear his head from the roaming thoughts within. Lee closed his eyes and took in a deep breath. Zeltros and what transpired there were weighing on him. Kashyyyk and the relationship with the wookiees. Monica, speaking of relationships. Garrett's actions. His actions. Part of him was regretting the past, thinking it didn't help shape the future he was heading towards.
But Lee knew he couldn't let the past hinder his present or his future. He could only hope to learn from it, and learn from it is what he would do. It was hard for him to accept the role he was now placed in. He was realizing the depths of it more and more. Slowly but surely, however, he was getting use to the idea. It was hard to admit he was getting older now and his days as a child learning under Master Vandar were now over and he was now a man trying to teach others the ways of the Jedi.
General. He could hear Taloombray calling him that title in his head. Lee was getting use to it rather quickly, quicker than he liked. Still, it was an easier title to get use to than Master. Lee was having doubts about this shift to a leadership style position. He didn't think he would ever be ready for it and that he'd just fail miserably at it. He was not blind at how un-Jedi like his conduct often was. Lately he had only been reminded of that more and more.
Lee had to figure some kind of way to make all this a success and not fail when others depended on him. How did Revan do this? How did Kali do this? How did Vandar do this? Lee could only hope to find out the answers and get situated into his new role. Master Vandar...if only his counsel were so readily available. Lee had to give a mental chuckle. He still wanted to be the inexperienced padawan running to his Master for all the answers. It was a hard adjustment being the guider from being the guided.
As Lee thought on recent events, he slowly slipped into a deep sleep.*
-Skipping ahead-
*Three days had passed and in the meanwhile, Lee had focused on Garrett's form V training off and on during those days. Infact, Tomias had been sparring with Garrett when Tomias heard the beep go off for the thirty minute marker and Tomias left. He nodded as Tomias left and looked over at Garrett.*
Well, you get a break now. We'll be arriving on Arkania soon so no more training for now. Meanwhile I think I'll have a cup of caf.
*Lee walks off to get himself a cup of caf.*
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Post by Tomias Shoryu on Apr 11, 2011 0:59:12 GMT -5
*As Lee stops the bout TOmias deactivates his lightsaber. He shakes Garrett's hand and smiles.*
No problem. If you need me for more training over the next few days let me know.
*He turns to Taloombray. He takes off his translator ear piece and hands it to him.*
Here ya go. I overheard while sparring.
*Nodding and leaving the group, Tomias moves to the opposite wing dormitory and immediately crashes on the bed. He didn't realize how worn out he was. He really didn't get enough sleep on Kashyykk do to the Katarn visitors he gotten. To be able to lay down and being absorbed into the bed was a great feeling for Tomias. Before too long Tomias is fast asleep.*
-Three days later-
*Tomias continues his sparring sessions with Garrett and is halted by the alert from the nav computer. He bows to the group and leaves for the cockpit. This was it. 30 minutes and he'd be at Arkania. The excitement that was there when they first made the jump started to swell again. Tomias takes a anxious deep breath and grips the controls and prepares for the jump out of hyperspace.*
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Post by Taloombray on Apr 11, 2011 3:34:12 GMT -5
*General Katarn's discussion of the motivations of the Jedi versus the Sith in bladed combat was somewhat confusing to Taloombray. Why should one regret killing evil beings? But the old soldier did not get the opportunity to compare notes on philosophies of combat with the general as the sparring ended and the senior Jedi left to meditate.*
*When Tomias gave him the translator unit, Taloombray nodded his gratitude and affixed the device to the shoulder of his bandoleer. As the Jedi filed out each to their respective goals, Taloombray was again left with the need to decide what to do. After a few moments of indecision alone in the cargo hold, the Wookiee decided to return to the dormitories. When he reached the door and noticed the general sitting on the floor, he stopped short. So apparently the general was his roommate. That was possibly awkward.*
*Taloombray redirected to the communications array he had seen earlier during his exploration of the ship. He sat at one of the consoles and fished around in one of his bandoleer's pouches until he found the datachip with the Czerka records. He looked at the tiny thing closely, both deathly afraid of the information it might hold and dying to know what was on it. After some time of staring at it as he turned it over between his fingers, he put it into one of the data ports.*
*It took some time before the earnest Wookiee located the information he was seeking. Alec's seeker program apparently had downloaded a lot more information than just information regarding Lewlonnie. Eventually however, he found what must have been her file wherein was listed her general description, brief "acquisition" information, processing data, and a listing of sale. Taloombray skipped over specific portions of the file -- primarily the processing data and price -- and tried not to get wrapped up in the dry, soulless wording so regularly used to describe the trade in sentient beings.*
*The acquisition portion of Lewlonnie's file listed her as a criminal. That was how Czerka got around the Republic's Rights of Sentience which officially banned slavery. Forced labor and containment wasn't slavery, it was a criminal paying off their debt to society; beings weren't bought and sold, there were only transferals of stewardship and the exchange of handling fees. Making up a trumped up charge against innocent beings was an easy cover, especially when the articles of the Rights of Sentience were rarely enforced, especially during times of war. Idly, Taloombray wondered what false charge Czerka had listed for him in their databanks.*
*For Taloombray the most relevant portion of the file -- who had bought his mate -- left much to be desired. It said simply, "Dr. W. Baffin; Republic Astrogation Survey Team." Included in the file was the bill of sale of everything purchased at the time. Based on the numerous other supplies purchased, it seemed the good doctor had been outfitting an expedition of some sort. A quick check of the ship's databases gave Taloombray a little information on the organization called Republic Astrogation Survey Team, but no specifics. He would have to wait until they reached Arkania, contact the organization from there, and hope they had open records.*
Three days later
*The minimal information the hard-won Czerka files had regarding his mate had left Taloombray depressed and hollow-eyed for the majority of the trip. For the most part he avoided the company of the Jedi and kept to himself, occupying his time by fixing whatever random tech he encountered or mindlessly exercising in the cargo hold. When Garrett and Tomias would come to spar, he would be elsewhere, occasionally trying to meditate as his dormmate did frequently. Staring at his metal plant brought the soldier little comfort, however, as he was happiest -- or at least less preoccupied with concerning "what-if?"s -- when he was doing something. The news of impending arrival to Arkania was welcomed.*
*Having no part in the piloting of the ship, the jump out of hyperspace meant little to Taloombray. He knew sitting was preferable to standing when the ship shook itself to death re-entering normal space, so he headed for the main hold which doubled as the galley and common area where there were plenty of seats. He found the general drinking that bitter hot beverage humans seemed to enjoy so much. Taloombray got himself a beverage as well -- the closest thing the ship's stores had to Warrl tea -- and sat across from Katarn, nodding in greeting.*
<What are your thoughts on the mission, General?>
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Post by Lee Katarn on Apr 11, 2011 3:54:04 GMT -5
*Lee looks up from his drink when he hears the translator of Taloombray's going off. It made conversation much easier having that language barrier gone. Still, Lee did enjoy holding a conversation with Taloombray being able to pretty much understand him in his own tongue.*
To be honest, I have mixed feelings. I don't forsee Arkania being a problem, but just because something looks like it'll be simple doesn't mean it will be. In my experience, it's been situations like that which have proven some deadly encounters.
As I said, the Jedi have abandoned this academy long ago. No telling what has made it home, if anything has. My thoughts are to proceed with caution and to expect the unexpected, as they say. It's always proven healthy for me, anyway.
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Post by Tomias Shoryu on Apr 12, 2011 1:36:28 GMT -5
*Tomias looks over to the PA system and speaks through it.*
::Attention passengers this is your pilot speaking. We will be making our jump out of hyperspace in t-minus 30 seconds. Please take your seats and strap in. Hold on to all personal loose items and thank you for flying on the Pastry Airline Shuttle, True Cakes.::
*Tomias smirks as he ends the message and firmly grips the controls of the ship and sits up. As the ship prepares to ecit hyperspace the ship begins to rumble a little bit and and jolt shoots through the ship upon exit. The ship hovers in orbit looking down on Arkania. Tomias looks down at the planet and lets it sink in.*
:There she is. Father's homeworld. I wonder if the Jedi temple there has any records on him? That'll be something to look into when we get there.:
*Tomias looks to the intercom system to find Lee.*
::Lee. do I need to land in the public docking port or does the temple have its own?:
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Post by Lee Katarn on Apr 12, 2011 21:02:35 GMT -5
*That was a good question. Lee had never been, and certainly did not know about it's current upkeep. Still, he imagined it'd be best for the direct approach. He didn't even know if the academy was approachable by speeder. He yells back, hoping Tomias picks him up.*
I have no clue. I say we fly over there and find out. This is my first time at Arkania and to this academy. I don't even know the current condition it's in. So it's best we fly in and check it out. I'm sure there's a big enough clearing nearby to land, atleast.
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