- Joined
- Dec 24, 2017
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When the Jedi brought forth both halves of the Kyber Crystal found in Fortress Vader, their combined song eliciting a blinding light as they melded back together. Glowing on its surface was a set of coordinates, which when researched led to a system that many had either forgotten or tried not to think of: Mandalore, the ruined world. The Mandalorians were a dwindling people, very few seen in the greater galaxy that kept with their old ways, with most survivors living in the Capitol city of Sundari. They were not a people known to be friendly to the Jedi, or any Force User, and going into the den of the desolate and struggling was not something that would be done lightly. Yet, the call of the crystal was clear: Something was there, something that needed to be found. What this thing was, though, there were no further clues to be gleaned from Ajan Kloss. Subtlety was chosen for this mission, sending the Jedi Oren Zapan and Maxims Tionson to the planet to find what was behind the mysterious crystal and song. Whatever it was, the Force stirred greatly around these events. They would not be allowed to land in the city itself, forced to land in the wasteland surrounding the domed metropolis, and it would seem that their first objective would be to find a way to enter the place itself. From that point on, they would be on their own and would need to use their wisdom and wits to accomplish their goals.
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The reach of The Eternal was vast, especially that of its spy network. The Jedi weren't numerous, so movements outside what was normal was a thing that was easily noticed and transmitted back to their mobile headquarters. Jedi, going to Mandalore? That was not a thing to be done lightly, as many Mandalorians still harbored a hatred for Force Users. Were they trying to make amends, forge an alliance, perhaps? That could be very dangerous if so, as the Mandalorians were a threat for the Sith just as equally. Was there something else driving them there? There had been no word or activity of communication before this event. There were too many questions and the current possibilities were things that The Eternal could not just brush aside. He decided to send two of his agents, Rain and Ender, to go find the Jedi and discover their intent. If it would be harmful to the Sith Order, they were to sabotage the efforts as best they could and engage them if necessary. They didn't need the Mandalorians to start hunting them, though, so if possible they were to stay out of conflict with the warrior race. Knowing his agents would land shortly after the Jedi arrived, the Eternal waited eagerly to hear of their report when finished.
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Adenn Rytt and Roland would always find themselves welcome in Sundari, among their fellow Mandalorians. Any number of reasons could have brought them there, their reasons ultimately being their own, but luck or fate would have them be in place when the Jedi first landed outside of the Capitol. Word immediately spread through the people of the city, the din turning dark as words of hatred or suspicion were said of these surprise outsiders. Already the guards at the city entrances were arming themselves, ready to fight at the drop of a hat, and any able-bodied Mandalorian was being asked to be on guard or join the door detail in case of the worst. They had gone through battles and purges ever since the Empire had taken over over a century ago, so no small matter would be dealt with lightly. It could take just one more disaster to spell the end of their entire people and way of life. That was something they would fight to the death to protect.
Each group, being the Jedi, Sith, and Mandalorians, will have a combined 48 hours to post before the next group can post. So, both Jedi must post within 48 hours, then both Sith in another 48, and so on. Any PVP will be death disabled, however, there may be instances that could cause death in the course of the story, These instances will have clear warnings before they occur, so players have a choice about how and if they want to proceed toward risky situations. If you cannot post in the time frame allotted, please post an extension request in the OOC thread and I'll be happy to work with you. Let's all have some fun!
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