Mondder

*Just how many more arrivals would there be before this mission actually got underway? Not that Atton was complaining about the extra manpower for what was obviously going to be a very dangerous mission. Of course he could complain if he wanted to about certain members of this team, especially the fellow who carried around organs for the sheer hell of it. Seriously, what was that guy's deal? Maybe it would be best not to ask.

Still, even if some of the crew here weren't the nicest bunch around, there was no doubt a variety of skill sets and abilities, as well as whatever the hell kind of armor Adi was packing. They just might pull this off. Except the enemy knew damn well that they were coming, thanks to that seer they had hooked up to whatever horrible contraption they had cooked up. Honestly the idea of someone, anyone being forcibly used like that was horrible any way one looked at it. If there was one thing Atton could not tolerate in the galaxy, it was pointless cruelty. People who had a callous disregard for sentient life could irk him like no other thing could.

Well that and bad liquor. But that was a rather distant second, and not important at the moment.

With that in mind, Atton moved towards Adi, figuring now would be as good a time as any to get a few more details about how he was getting to the surface. Usually he didn't need anything for a mission besides his lightsabers and his wits, but if there was something else he needed, now was the time to find out.*"OK so I have to ask: If you and I are taking out the turbolasers, just how am I getting grounside?"

*Atton couldn't help but have a bad feeling about Adi's answer.*

Alora caught the Zabrak's eye and gave him a thin, reassuring smile. Peering up at him, she spoke quietly, If it's easier for you- You can just pretend I'm not a jedi. everyone else does. And- actually, Adieumus is right. They're going to hit us with everything they have, including Anna, and- I know from experience. She hits hard. We'll need our strength, you, especially. She closed her eyes, and spoke softer. The best thing you can do for her now- is be strong enough to defeat her- I know that from experience too.

Nodding, the Jedi turned and walked toward Sinina and E'yame. She looked down at Adi's daughter with a thin frown and an understanding look on her face.

I use to be just like you when I was your age. It might be annoying- but your father has a special desire to help people, people who can't help themselves. it's a rare gift, but like all gifts, it comes at a price. She put a gentle hand on the girl's shoulder. Just don't let that price be you. I have a feeling he'll need you soon.

Turning her attention to Sinina, she noted the girl with a critical eye. She'd seen her jump out in front of law officers on Naboo, and, at least Raven thought, she was acquainted with the Mandalorians. She considered that though Loki was powerful, and she was an avid force user, both would be very occupied when seeing to Anna's mental state. The young Echani might be useful, and, she looked kind of lost. Raven remembered the Bantha in the headlights look very well. Hey, The jedi said with a slight smile and nod. I haven't found an exit buddy yet. Do you want to be it? She asked You see- you're taller than I am, and that's got to count for something. Think about it, and let me know when we're ready to go. I don't know much of anybody on this ship, like you, so we can be confused together.

With a short lived grin, she glanced around and felt a sudden wave of slight vertigo wash over her. True she had slept on the way here, but something called her mind to rest again. She just hoped it wouldn't take as long to awaken as ...last time. Glancing over at Adieumus, she called out to him.
I'm taking your advice. If i'm not back within the hour, come in after me. With a grin, she turned from them, her expression falling to a strange flat line as she entered the bunk she'd found empty, for herself, and shut the door.


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Setting on the bed, she removed her formal Jedi robes and balled them up, tossing them unceremoniously in the corner. With eager hands, she untwinned her tight braid and let her long brown hair flow where ever it wanted to. With a sigh, the Jedi master closed her eyes, and flopped backwards on the bed,

And that's when she heard him.

<<<What has become of my Seer?>>>

Alora's eyes snapped opened, but she wasn't on the ship anymore. She felt the hot, sticky air cover her in the familiar blanket of Felucia's atmosphere. It had been years sense she'd stepped foot on her beloved Felucia and she longed to dig her fingers into its rich, damp soil. But as she looked down, she saw only ash. Blinking rapidly, she suddenly shivered and glanced upward. The sight made the mark on her chest flare with pain and she clutched at it as Legoin's figure faded into view. The Jedi's teeth clinched, in something akin to rage.

Shouldn't you know? Don't you know everything that happens to her? Despite the fact that she is NOT your seer?


I do not feel her. I cannot find her.
The demon's visage suddenly flared with fire which ignited his ember like eyes.
WHERE IS SHE? What has your kind done to her?!


Alora watched as Legion's flames quickly flickered out, and she remained undaunted.
You're weak. I sense it. Perhaps that is why you cannot feel her. Perhaps she has finally cut your corrupt tether you bound her with. Perhaps, she's free, of you, at least.


Legion grinned and shook his head.
But she is not free... I'll ask once more. What has become of my seer?

Raven's chest lit on fire and she looked down to see the small, seemingly minuscule mark glowing brilliant crimson. She took in a slow, painful breath and forced herself to remain upright as she peered hard at the demon.
You- no longer....deserve to know.


Legion growled and clinched his long fingered fist as he glared at the defiant little Jedi- who, honestly, hardly resembled a jedi at all, anymore.
I am- stronger than you think. The darkside is always stronger than you think. You can never defeat it, and she can never defeat me. Eventually- you will answer my question....


Raven felt her breath completely leave her, and within her mind, she finally fell to her knees. She felt the stabbing sensation of the Demon's diminishing power, but it still hurt, it still caused her muscles to stop working, but she refused to speak to him anymore.

In her bunk, the Jedi master's fists were clinched in what seamed like a death grip and her teeth were clinched in defiance. at least for now, waking was absolutely out of the question, and at least for the moment, she was unsure what state she would wake up in. Apparently, sleep was pointless- it had been for quite some time.

*Sinina glanced at the woman to sit next to her, she knew she was the daughter of Adi, whom she'd smacked some sense into, or so she hoped. She smiles politely at her and kept reading about the plan, though she kept glancing out of the corner's of her eye at the package in the woman's lap, she had always had the curious nature about her, which probably is why she always found herself in troublesome situations.*

So what is in your package?

*She asked politely and set the datapad down on her own lap, she kept glancing out to make sure she wasn't missing anything from anyone else, but kept her attention on Eya for the moment. Though, the woman's attention wasn't fully on her for too long because Raven walks up to her to speak to her as well. She was a bit surprised by the offer for being her exit buddy, she wanted to help, and here was an offer, how would she say no to that. She nods to Raven and smiles some more, her confidence feeling higher already.*

Sure, I will do what I can to help.

A twisting in his gut, a very hard thump in his chest, and the Force Light washed over Adieumus. It was like getting hit from one of the massive rogue waves that covered Manaan, and it slammed into the Arkanian with a massive thud, knocking the wind out of him...blasting him with an unexpected full-body shot of pure lightsided energy.

But he would not let go.

He had let go of too many people in the past few years to once again give up so easily. He could feel something burning against his own chest, an orange-yellow light emanating from something on Raven's own. He had no idea what it was, but it was starting to sear itself into Adi's own chest now as well, so intense was the light.

Again, he refused to release her.

No matter how powerful the storm, no matter how fierce the opposition...no one would be left behind ever again. Raven needed him right now, and he would be there.

"You will NEVER break me!"

The mark burned into him, and the pain was intense, but he held tight, gritting his teeth behind closed lips. The force light had caused such a headache that his head felt like it was going to explode. At the same time, his stomach was threatening to empty its contents, and his heart was beating at a very rapid pace. Sweat poured from his brow, and his breathing was intensifying. It was a departure from the other times he had been exposed to the attack...and it was a little unsettling. In the past, force light had merely brushed him with but a kiss....this time, it had hit him like a star destroyer to the chin. The struggle was real.

And still, he held fast.

Pain wracked his body, his eyes were watering, his head splitting...and through sheer will, he kept to his task. Looking into her eyes, he could see they were wide open. He could see fear, pain, anguish...all things that did not show themselves in this woman. He needed to get her to realize what was going on...

"I'm here, Raven. You're ok...." He kept his voice calm, soothing, even through the pain tearing into him. "I'm going to keep you safe....I promise you."