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Post by Luxeria on Sept 28, 2015 16:25:41 GMT -8
Luxeria nodded to Vurkar when he said his piece, giving her the compliment he did. Despite the idea that this battle would have been hers if continued on, she still couldn't see how she was able to stay with him like she did. She was an apprentice with barely any real training and anything she was able to do was not fully in her control. Vurkar, being passed his days as an apprentice should have been much stronger than her and able to beat her with ease. Did he lose on purpose, or just hold back enough that he lost by not using the fullness of his strength?
She let the thought pass from her mind as she began to follow Malvus from the area and Vurkar. As Malvus spoke, she sought to regulate her breathing again to calm herself faster. When she had done so, she finally spoke. "Moments like these are like doors. When pushed enough, they open enough to see what lies beyond it. But a door opened can be entered both ways, allow a taste of what's ahead. And thank you, master."
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Post by Darth Malvus on Sept 28, 2015 17:14:16 GMT -8
Malvus would go quiet after that as the trio walked down the long corridor that was between the library and sparring room as well as other facilities and rooms within the complex of the Tarkin Estates. Their destination was another turbolift, one that sought to go downward again, like the one Luxeria experienced before when she first arrived. Malvus and Vurkar would enter the turbolift quietly along with Luxeria and were soon descending. A voice would come online moments after they began their descent.
Master Tarkin, my sensors have dedicated a third lifeform with you who is unauthorized. The unauthorized personnel is a female, human by composition-...
EDI, I authorize the female member of our group. Initiate protocol R-47-CE, authorization Lord Tarkin.
A silence fell as the Artificial Intelligence began to compute to itself. Then the voice returned.
Authorized, Lord Tarkin. Please report necessary details to grant full privileges to said female.
Darth Luxeria, Human, Female. Apprentice of Darth Malvus and noted official as Commander Luxeria due to her apprenticeship.
Authorization complete. Welcome, Commander Luxeria.
The AI, known as EDI, would then go quiet afterwards. The silence was not for long as the turbolift came to a halt at its destination. It was a massive room, dimly lit but there were computers everywhere. Various personnel were seen, wearing grey uniforms of officers and blue ones of stationary persons. The room was filled with a quiet buzz of reports, orders, communications and relays. One could easily tell that it was a communications room and, by the uniforms, it was a military operations room. At the far end of the room was another door which Malvus headed towards. Various personnel looked away from their jobs to stand and salute the Sith who was known as Lord Tarkin to them and the planet. At the end of the room, several guards came up to do their usual protocol. One guard handed a card to Luxeria, her official privileges and authorization were imprinted upon it, giving her access to where she was going. Once all were cleared, the door opened.
This room was far more quiet than the other one. The walls were thick and high with far less personnel within it. It was a simple room with a row of seats beginning at either side of the doorway. Several personnel sat there talking quietly among each other. They were stark white uniforms of the Navy and dark gray outfits of the Army. Their badges indicated various rankings of Admirals, Generals and members of High Command. Yet the most interesting figures were the five standing around a large table with a holoprojector dome sticking up in the middle of it. Each of the figures were of a different race; from left to right, they were two humans, an Umbaran, a Twi'lek and a Zabrak. They all had similar tattoos to Vurkar who joined their ranks to the right of his father as Malvus approached the table. All five, now six, members, including Vurkar, silently bowed to their superior.
Malvus would indication to his apprentice to her place to the left of him. After that was done, his eyes turned to those gathered.
Now we may begin.
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Post by Luxeria on Sept 29, 2015 13:05:34 GMT -8
As Luxeria followed them into the turbolift and began their descent, she immediately found it interesting that while this lift hadn't been kept secret, the A.I. would take note of those that were authorized and those that were not. It made her wonder which area was the more secure area: the research labs or where they were heading to now. Above was her curiosity in the information given to EDI, commander being the source. It made her wonder just what that entitled. As she was given authorization by Malvus she continued to keep her mind focused as it came to a stop.
She stayed close to the pair as they pressed on, though she took in the room, the computers, and the personnel. It always paid to keep an eye on the surroundings and learn what she could she she need this information for some reason or another. Taking the card that allowed her access, she pressed on with Malvus as they entered another room. As with the last room, she took in the people and any items of interest within. It was easy to tell the difference between those that remained sitting and those that stood at the projector, for the ones that stood waiting were obviously the highest commanders under Malvus. As she was in the turbolift, she was once again curious as she was motioned to take her place left of Malvus. She did so, wondering just what was about to begin.
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Post by Darth Malvus on Sept 29, 2015 17:03:55 GMT -8
The holoprojector would come to life within seconds, revealing a map of their area of the galaxy, commonly known as the Western Outer Rim or the Galactic South. There were many planets in this region; industrious, shipyards, agricultural, metropolises, primitive and so forth. The holomap would focus upon Eriadu, one of the great jewels of this quadrant for it nested upon several vital trade routes, making it a very rich and strategic position. After a few moments of silence, Malvus would speak up.
The Republic and Jedi continue to neglect this massive section of the galaxy. Even the planet of Ryloth in the Gaulus Sector, home of a rather popular senator, was attacked by Mandalorians and, yet, the Republic nor Jedi came to their aid. Their continued neglect remains present in light of what happened to the Twi'lek people. The time has come, my lords and ladies, to begin our long-awaited plans... what happened at Ryloth is proof enough of the Republic's incompetence and inability to defend its territories.
Malvus then keyed a console infront of him and the map zoomed out. Suddenly, all around Eriadu, planets lit up as yellow dots. Some were near Eriadu while others were as far away as Ryloth, the borders of Hutt Space, Bakura and the Unknown Region as well as Wild Space. Some planets noted were Sluis Van, Sullust, Hoth, and Mustafar. A murmur rose from those personnel in the row behind the gathered Sith. Malvus then keyed once more and the map zoomed in on Alzoc III.
Our first objective is a campaign of extermination and recovery efforts on the planet of Alzoc III. Once the capital of the Horica Sovereign Empire, its proud society has fallen in disarray. I am still getting reports of the various petty warlords that were caused after its dissolution. I want these factions exterminated to the last man; every Sith rogue, every Stormtrooper, every petty Imperial Warlord!
The planet's frozen surface erupted with orange pulses, indicating the various warlord factions that existed on this ice ball. Reports flew in about forces under the control of these warlords, their territory and current diplomatic situations between neighbors. Finally the map would focus upon the image of what appeared to be a ruined mountain.
Recovery efforts will be performed to regain research files and data from the once inhabited Horica Sanctum and the nearby Zabarian Mining Corporation Headquarters. The planet must be purged and cleansed of this unfaithful subordinates! It is the first step towards our ultimate goals, lords and ladies. The beginning of a new era for the Western Outer Rim.
The holoprojector would then go out as Malvus's attention turned once more to the gathered persons. The Sith present bowed to their superior once more. Yet Malvus raised his hand once more and indicated the holoprojector once more as new data appeared.
We shall portray ourselves as a trading hegemony, centered around the Seswenna Sector, seeking to protect its trade and diplomatic interests as well as expand its boundaries for the sake of bringing order to this quadrant of the galaxy. Our Stormtroopers will be granted new uniforms and emblems in order to throw off any hints of our Dark Side nature. We will even have impostor officials who shall serve as our public voices and government. We will not only use military means, but collaboration efforts with dissident and friendly factions within planetary governments as well as diplomatic ventures in order to expand. Yet, covertly, we will eliminate all opposition in order to bring forth our New Order. We will control what is said by the HoloNews nodes we control. We will control the flow of information to hide ourselves in plain sight. We will bring forth Order to this lawless section of space.
A murmur once more rose from the dressed personnel behind them. It was an ambitious project obviously, but it could be successfully pulled off if done right. After some time, one of the Sith present would speak up. He was identified as a human male, known as Lord Drogan, who was a native of Eriadu himself.
You speak of great possibilities, Lord Malvus. Yet our movements will be detected by the Jedi and Republic. Even now, there are military operations against our fellow Sith on Kashyyyk and formerly on Korriban. This new rising militancy among those groups could result in our downfall.
Korriban is a graveyard, Lord Drogan. Its valuables plucked long ago, its knowledge drained and its worth dissolved. The Jedi believe it is a great victory to wipe out an already dead world. As for the Kashyyyk Sith, there were a decadent lot. Their supposed God-King allowed them to fester like rats and they brought their downfall upon themselves. They believed themselves invincible and legion, yet they became cowards before the Jedi and Republic. Those victories mean nothing to Sith. Yet our movements may also bring forth others to our cause if success is all we meet. Wandering Sith, Imperials, and so forth who will bolster our ranks.
The counter argument and points made by Malvus brought forth an agreeing murmur from those present. It seemed that the Sith had thought this out well and to every detail. Even now, as they spoke, codes were being made for their mask, this trade hegemony that sought to bring order to the lawless and protection to the weak. It was a grand scheme that the Sith had been planning for years, even since the dissolution of his own Empire. Just like the Kashyyyk Sith, there were remnants of other Sith factions that lingered within the Western Outer Rim. They would either kneel before his might or their corpses would join the ground they stood upon.
Yet as this went on, Malvus's eyes turned to Luxeria who had remained quiet. It was time to give her more experience as a Sith than just the sorcery and combat.
Commander Luxeria, do you have any objections or suggestions to make at this gathering?
All eyes suddenly fell upon her now, the new apprentice of Lord Malvus.
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Post by Luxeria on Sept 30, 2015 16:08:34 GMT -8
Luxeria listened as Malvus laid out the plan for taking control of the Western Outer Rim, starting with Alzoc III. She listened to the details he laid out for them, taking in every word. It seemed as if he had thought everything out to the last detail. It was a sound plan, though she had no real experience in such matters.
However, it was unexpected that Malvus had asked her of her thoughts on it. No one else was asked. She had barely any training as a Sith and none as a military leader. Though her face didn't show it, her momentary silence hinted at her uncertainty. She could feel the eyes on her as they awaited her response. While she could simply say she had no objections and no suggestions, that completely beat the point of why Malvus had asked, for this she was certain. She crossed her arms as her head dropped a bit as she tried to think of something. Luckily, the idea came smoothly to her. It was something Andor had spoken before, the reality of making her a spy using her desired skills to rule the mind along with her beauty. She didn't know how well those skills would be against these warlord factions, but the idea of a spy brought forth a train of thought. He head lifted up as she looked to the center of the projector.
"I see no issues with the plan you have presented, my lord. But perhaps, in addition to this facade, we can get men into each of the factions as spies, provided time is not a problem. These men can then gather any valuable information from the factions as well as start bits of chaos: disrupt communications, stir things up between factions, even shift the suspicion around that one of their own is betraying them and bring that focus upon certain members. This will also cause doubt and bring any foundations crumbling down, making a sweep of these factions that much more effective. Perhaps also intercepting any off world communications, cutting them off from the galaxy. While strength is something to be prized, if we take back Alzoc III in such a way, we could send a better message, showing that we can infiltrate any society and bring it to its knees without anyone knowing until the deed is done. To the Sith, it would express the power we possess and to our enemies, it'll make them edgy, wondering if we have infiltrated their own ranks."
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Post by Darth Malvus on Sept 30, 2015 19:52:23 GMT -8
Malvus was quite impressed with Luxeria's suggestion. On purpose, the Sith Lord had left out that particular detail of his planning as he wished to see if Luxeria would catch on and be able to present something that was in line with his master's thoughts and plans. A small murmur rose from those present before Malvus raises his hand, silencing those whispering to one another. He looks at those gathered before speaking further.
My apprentice's proposal is in line with my own plans. During the early stages of this ambitious operation, we will begin reaching out to dissident voices and opposition among the various planets that we seek to takeover in due time. We will use array of these contacts to ensure the trade hegemony is called upon for aid, allowing us to slip in and take control of the planet.
Malvus would then key the holoprojector once more as Alzoc III appears followed by an appearance of Eriadu.
I have already begun working on first stage of our plans before forces are deployed to Alzoc III. Once the first stage is completed and the foundations made public, our military operation will begin under the guise of regaining vital mining resources and bringing order to the planet. The fleet will be commanded jointly by Fleet Admiral Tacitus and Darth Malkor...
The Umbaran male would bow his head to Lord Malvus, indicating that he was the one known as Malkor. The Umbaran was a middle-aged humanoid who had a career, known to Malvus, involving naval command and operations. His capabilities made him suited as the commander of the fleet to be deployed. Malvus would then continue.
Overall command of the operation will fall upon Darth Vurkar, who will also hold command of our ground forces. His deputy commander will Darth Luxeria. Objections and debriefing will begin after the first phase is completed. The rest of you will have other assignments in the mean time.
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Post by Luxeria on Oct 1, 2015 13:41:58 GMT -8
As Malvus began to speak, verifying that her ideas went along with his own plans, she felt relieved that, at the very least, she didn't sound like some idiot to him. She listened on as he gave more details to what he had plan before bringing out who was in charge of what. Once again surprise fell over her as she was Vurkar second in command. So many things were being put on her so soon. But with these things came growth and experience. She doubted she'd see this kind of prgression even if Andor had continued to train her. She gave a similar bow of her head as she was mentioned as deputy commander.
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Post by Darth Malvus on Oct 3, 2015 18:36:42 GMT -8
Eventually, the meeting was dismissed and all went their separate ways. Before departing from his apprentice, Malvus gave Luxeria orders to continue with her training and to use the experiences from her recent spar with Vurkar as tools for expanding her potential. At this juncture, it was quite obvious that the Sith Lord had much to perform before his son and apprentice went to Alzoc III. And the first of these stages was waiting in his office...
As Malvus returned to his office, a male awaited him, dressed in fine clothing. His name was unknown to many, but his assumed name and persona was that of Ulric von Tarkin, the name that Malvus had taken upon becoming Lord of Eriadu. The public knew nothing of his face; his words being spoken through orators and spokesman on the Sith's behalf. With the coming of Malvus's plans, an impostor would need to take the reins of government in order to serve as the mask of Malvus and the public face of Lord Tarkin. The male in question was middle-aged with dark brown hair, healthy pink skin, and an average height for a native of Eriadu. Malvus had chosen a distant cousin of the main Tarkin family line that became extinct after the death of Cygnus and Adulph Tarkin. He had already served on the Quintad as the representative of the Tarkin family and fabrications were being made to reveal his 'true' identity as the real Ulric von Tarkin, who had been hiding in plain sight. The fabrication would state that he wished to merely observe the world, wanting to see if Eriadu was ready for another Tarkin leader, after the decadence of Cygnus and Adulph.
Malvus would take his seat and glance over at the fake Ulric who also quietly sat down across from the Sith.
You know your orders, Ulric? I suspect the speech has been properly written up for you and you have had your time to prepare?
Indeed, Lord Malvus. For the sake of order and law in the Western Outer Rim, I have done what I can to prepare myself for this upcoming public appearance. I hear it will be broadcasted on the HoloNews waves. Are you sure that is wise?
It is most indeed wise, Ulric. We must ensure that the Jedi and Republic do not get a scent of Sith-influence in the coming events. A powerbase must be built for the future of the Sith Order and I will not let those...justice warriors interrupt them. Just as Sidious hid under their noses, so shall I and my cohorts hide under the nose of your government. And you need not worry about troublesome elements; my new apprentice will use her beauty and grace to lure them away and silence them once and for all.
The Ulric impostor smiled deviously at the mention of Malvus's methods. Those few remaining Tarkins had no love for neither Cygnus nor Adulph and who showed greater favor to Raven and Malum, who also no longer exist. Malvus had done his job in elevating the impostor and ensuring the restoration of the Tarkin name and reputation. The plans that were being set in motion would ensure that the Tarkin name was immortalized and invincible.
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Post by Luxeria on Oct 4, 2015 9:54:54 GMT -8
Luxeria nodded as she left the room and headed back to the turbolift. She was a bit wore from her spar with Vurkar, but wanted to continue on for a bit longer before finally resting up. As the lift made its way up, she leaned back against the lift as she thought on her fight with Vurkar. She saw many flaws in herself, though it was more a matter of little training than actual flaws. She was adjusting well to using the emotions of others and herself to grant her greater power well. She had begun to wield Force Lightning effectively as well as grasp the foundation of the other attack. All in all, that part was going well. What she lacked in was her combative abilities. The Force would drain with time and couldn't be the sole form of battle. With that in mind, she knew what was needed.
As the lift came to a stop and opened, she headed on to the training area. She found a console to activate training droids. She activated one with a saber and it came out. It was set on an easier level, attacking at a steady pace without much complications. She ignited her own saber and held it up. She had yet to truly dive into any saber form, but for now decided to stick with a basic style of attack. No complicated spins or twirls, just straight attacks and blocks. She took a deep breath as she waited, the droid moving in to make the first strike.
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Post by Luxeria on Oct 5, 2015 17:17:18 GMT -8
Minutes turned to hours as Luxeria progressed on with her training, seeking to grasp the flow of lightsaber combat. She had opened herself to the Force, letting it guide her, helping her sense the movements of the droid. At first, the skill wasn't necessary as the speed of the attacks and counters made it easy to figure out. But as the minutes passed, the droid began to speed up and use more complicated maneuvers.
Despite the droid's changing form, Luxeria stuck with the basics, keeping a strong two-handed grip and simply moving the saber to intercept the intended path of the droid's saber. The simple and rigid movements felt awkward to her, but she knew she needed a basic grasp of combat before truly developing along her style. Progression couldn't be cheated. The proper steps had to be taken if she was to truly rise up.
As the second hour passed, she stumbled back from blocking an attack. Her arms were getting heavy and her body wasn't responding as it should. The distance she gained from the block was enough. She could have shut it down, but her mind wasn't thinking straight and all she saw was it coming at her for another attack. It was hard, but she lifted her hand and it started to shake while she closed it. She grunted as she forced herself to unleash a Force Crush, the power taking its time to begin compressing the droid. However, it was barely doing anything and the droid was advancing still. Her grunts grew as she grew irritated from nothing working so easily. She had hit the limit. But this was a perfect time to see if she could pass her current limit and squeeze out a bit more power. She took the irritation and channeled it into her power as she had learned to do thus far. Her eye turned red as the droid began to crumble into itself before it became a shriveled up piece of metal.
She let out a heavy breath as she dropped her saber, deactivating as it did, and she stumbled back until she hit the wall. The small impact was enough to take her remaining strength as she slid to the ground. She continued to breath heavily as she closed her eyes. While she was trying to focus herself, she ended up falling asleep where she sat.
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Post by Luxeria on Oct 6, 2015 15:36:26 GMT -8
The day passed on before Luxeria woke again. She grunted as she started to move, her body stiff from sleeping in the position she did. After looking around for a few moments, she remembered where she was. Noticing the crushed droid, she simply stared at it, looking back on how drained she felt. She was pushed when fighting Vurkar, though she didn't think she was pushed to the limit. It might have been possible, fueled to push further by the flowing emotions of the battle. They were harder to gather on her own against a droid. But she still felt her last bit of training was her truly pushed to the edge of her limit.
It would be something to test further at another time. Stretching, she crossed her legs as she began to let herself slip into meditation. She couldn't explain the feeling she suddenly had, but something inside spoke to her, telling her to be alone for a while. It made her want to be left alone, though she didn't feel like moving. Even if she left the area, locating her wouldn't be terribly hard. If only she was capable of fading from the sight of others. She simply laughed at herself at the thought and sighed. Taking a deep breath, she went into meditation, focusing upon the Force around her. She worked to manipulate it, wrapping it around her to separate her from the rest of the world.
Little did she realize what was happening. As she focused on the Force in this way, parts of her body began to fade and some disappeared completely. It was as if she was becoming invisible to everyone around.
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Post by Darth Malvus on Oct 9, 2015 16:02:55 GMT -8
Some days would pass before the Sith Lord made himself known again. Much work had been done during those days as the stage was set for the coming unveiling of his plans. Agents were paid and put into positions among the public, the impostor Lord Tarkin had gone over his speech and new persona many times and other gears were beginning to spin as the rest of the machine awoken.
Malvus walked down the hallways after a deep meditation within his chambers. He paused for a moment, gazing at a portray of one of the predecessors who ruled Eriadu; his mentor, Lord Mendacious, an Imperial genius among the Western Outer Rim. His gaze lingered upon the portrait of his master, the man who taught him what it meant to be Sith and Imperial. He waves to a servitor droid, making a note that the portrait be removed to a more suitable place to be hung. With that done, Malvus continued to walk down the hallway for where he sensed his apprentice.
He entered a meditation chamber, sensing her deep alignment with the Force and the Dark Side. The Sith remained quiet for now, letting his apprentice meditate.
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Post by Luxeria on Oct 9, 2015 17:50:15 GMT -8
As she meditated, she held the state of mind she had in the beginning, wrapping the Force around her as if hiding herself in a blanket. Parts of her body had begun to disappear. In her state, she had felt Malvus's approach. When she felt the presence stop nearby, she opened her eyes and let her mindset fade. The Force dispersed from around her and her body came back into view. At the moment, however, she did not realize she was beginning to touch on Force Cloak.
As she gazed up to Malvus, she stood before bowing lightly to him. "Did you need something, master?"
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Post by Darth Malvus on Oct 10, 2015 21:41:13 GMT -8
Malvus remained quiet for a moment, looking at his apprentice. The Sith had been there for only a few seconds to notice her beginning ability in Force Cloak. He was quite impressed that she managed to touch upon such an advanced technique. His thoughts would die off as his attention returned to reality and Luxeria. It was time for a small history and philosophical lesson. As a Sith of great knowledge, Malvus knew of the power that came with knowledge.
Tell me, apprentice, do you know of much Sith philosophy? Such as the Rule by the Strong, the Rule of Two and the Rule of One?
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Post by Luxeria on Oct 11, 2015 14:05:49 GMT -8
As Malvus asked the question of her knowledge, her gaze dropped as she pondered the three rules. Little time had been spent concerning herself with the history and philosophies of the past. All that had been on her mind was her own power and its progression. Even before joining the Sith, he care for history was little. While the past did help create the present, unless it affected her directly, it was pointless. All that mattered was the here and now.
However, as per Andor's instruction, she had at least glimpsed over a few things. He had never tested her knowledge or her skills after arriving on Thule, so there were no concerns about his punishments. But now it seemed there wouldn't be an out for it this time around. Malvus seemed even more directed towards all forms of knowledge, including the past and wouldn't let her out of it. Luckily, she had at least caught sight of a bit of what he asked.
"I have seen the Rule of Two and Rule of One mentioned in texts. Rule of Two was based on only two Sith at a time, a master and apprentice. The Rule of One was a untied order following the vision and desires of one leader. If I recall, I believe there were two cases of this rule, each different a bit from the other. The Rule of the Strong is not something I've seen, however."
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Post by Darth Malvus on Oct 11, 2015 14:24:51 GMT -8
Malvus would take a spot across from where Luxeria had been meditating, calmly and quietly. The Sith's eyes seemed attentively yet within deep thought. In his own views, the Sith had seen himself as a historian, a lorekeeper on Sith and Dark Side history, philosophy and knowledge. For one to be truly Sith, Malvus knew that one needed all forms of power; those that manifested by drawing upon the Force and the power gained from knowledge.
The Rule of Two was the teachings of the Banite Sith, who lasted from Darth Bane to the time of Darth Sidious, the last of the Banite Sith. It was the successor to the Rule of the Strong which was viewed by Darth Bane as a heresy. The Rule of One succeeded the Rule of Two, founded by Darth Krayt, who used its philosophy as the foundation for the One Sith.
Malvus had studied much upon these two well known philosophies of the Sith Order. They had been the backbone for many great and powerful Sith Lords within their history. His eyes would look to Luxeria.
The Rule of Two was founded to create a system; the Master and Apprentice. One who embodied the Dark Side and another who craved it. This system ensured that only the truly worthy could succeed as Sith Lords and their masters. Weeding out the weak and incompetent. The Rule of One thrived upon one Dread Lord with many Darths below that singular leader. Yet, it encouraged infighting among the Sith, something that Darth Bane realized and attempted to correct with the Rule of Two. The Sith who followed the Rule of One were taught blind obedience to the Dread Lord and were forced, as a trial of their elevation to Darth, to kill their Masters. It was a cycle of controlled infighting that eventually resulted in the One Sith's fall.
Malvus remembered the teachings of his master, Lord Mendacious, who taught him the various Rules of the Sith. There were their benefits and consequences, some that were immediate while others were not evident till the very end.
Darth Bane believed that power is its own purpose and to share it would dilute it, thus bringing the downfall of the Sith. Just as the Rule of the Strong and Rule of One did. Darth Krayt blindly believed that he gave power purpose, the basis of the Rule of One.
Malvus, after speaking fully upon the extent of these two rules, would then change subjects to the last one.
Rule of the Strong was a philosophy of Lord Kaan, the ruler of the Brotherhood of Darkness during the New Sith Wars. This theory stated that the strong should see their power increase while the weak should see their power decrease. It was viewed as a heresy by the Banite Sith, who succeeded that short lived theory. As Sith, the strong do rule, but even those who are strong can still be weak. Just as the weak can be strong. Even Darth Bane's commander, before his elevation to the Sith academy, was considered strong but was an inept tactician. The Rule of the Strong had no guidelines to prevent the unworthy from joining the Strong, whereas the Rule of Two ensured that the wise and powerful succeeded their masters in the end.
The Sith then returns his gaze to Luxeria, a neutral expression was upon his face.
Tell me, apprentice, which of these do you believe is right? Which do you think benefited and suited the Sith best? The Rule of Two, the Rule of One or the Rule of the Strong?
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Post by Luxeria on Oct 11, 2015 17:34:00 GMT -8
As Malvus began his lesson, Luxeria's eyes became directed to the floor. To some, it would seem as if she wasn't paying attention or ignoring him. Yet to those who truly watched, they would find her gaze focused as her mind processed the knowledge being passed to her. It was something that she always did for the longest time. To her, looking to the floor or something plain and blank let her mind focus solely on the words. It was when she kept looking at someone was she more likely letting the information pass through her mind without thought.
After the explanation, the question was asked of which she thought was right and what benefited the Sith. She continued to think on in silence, trying to sort out the details of the philosophies and how they seemed to work. As she thought, she found little to see any value in any doctrine. She didn't have the answer, at least she didn't feel she did, but answered with what she had figured out.
"I am not sure which would prove to be right or beneficial. But they all possess flaws that could destroy the foundations of the Sith. The Rule of Two does pass knowledge down through the ages and ensures the strongest and the worthy. However, finding one holds back the many that could become far greater. And should others rise, conflict ensues among those who continue to seek the dark power and claim their place as Sith. And should both master and apprentice fall for some reason, it is left to someone new to recover all that had been lost with them. That will breed the weaker Sith without the proper guidance. The Rule of One allows for many who show potential to come forth and receive the power. In this way, knowledge and power is passed at a far greater rate, and with that, new knowledge can be birthed far more effectively. However, in the way it's established, the following of one leader causes tension and eventual mutiny against the one in charge with infighting in assuming the open mantle. The Rule of the Strong ensures the strongest Sith rise while those too weak lose what they have and are cast away. And it can extend into the rest of the galaxy as they become stronger. But how does anyone truly gauge power? What makes one strong and another weak? As you said one can be strong, yet weak and visa versa. Few show the potential of power in all things. "
She remained silent as she looked at the floor, thinking through her words, trying to see if it helped weed out the best choice. However, she still could not find it. While their was benefits, she saw all as too flawed to be capable of holding the test of time. Perhaps that was the answer. For the Sith, there was no way that benefited them, not with the nature that most Sith followed. "While each holds benefit, I am unable to see which would prove to be the right choice for the Sith. While it seems the Rule of Two has lasted longer than most, all three of the rules have fallen due to the very nature of the Sith. Some will see things in a different light, perhaps seeing the structure of the Jedi as a better formation for the Sith, some may see a single leader as the better choice. And even still there are others who follow their own path. For the Sith, there may not be a right way, for all seek power in some form and many, if not all, seek control. So from what I've heard, seen, and understand of the Sith, I believe none to be right. Each hold benefit and suit the Sith, but all are doomed to failure."
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Post by Darth Malvus on Oct 11, 2015 18:46:36 GMT -8
Malvus remained silent for now as Luxeria spoke her piece. She had a grasp of the philosophy that the Sith Master spoke of and explained to her. As she finished her answer that all Rules have their benefits, but are doomed to fail in the end. She had a good grasp of her answer and sounded confident in it too.
The Rule of the Strong was succeeded by the Banite Sith because Darth Bane ensured their downfall. The Rule of Two died off with Sidious, who was defeated by his apprentice, Darth Vader, who sought redemption at the end of his life. Yet, in a ways, it endured through various successors of Sidious, such as the Dark Lady Lumiya and Darth Caedus. The Rule of Two seems to have never ended, officially, but Darth Sidious is considered the last of the Banite Sith. The Rule of One ended at the hands of Kol Skywalker, who struck down Darth Krayt with his own hand. The One Sith retreated into the shadows and most likely killed each other off. The Rule of Two succeeded where the other two failed, but it was implemented at a time when the Sith needed to use their patience so that they may strike at the right moment.
The Sith Lord would stand up now, beckoning subtly for Luxeria to follow him as Malvus ventured from the Meditation Chamber. As they walked down the quiet and seemingly empty hallway, Malvus would pause, watching the servitor droids removing the portrait of Lord Mendacious to a more suitable location. His eyes remained upon the portrait for awhile before turning to Luxeria.
I noticed, when I walked in, you were subconsciously attempting the advanced technique known as Force Cloak. It is a great achievement to see you had managed to even subconsciously begin to attempt that type of Force ability. It will serve as a great asset to your sorcery and assassin training; it will prove to be a vital one in the days to come.
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Post by Luxeria on Oct 11, 2015 19:15:25 GMT -8
With the response given by Malvus, it seemed that the Rule of Two was the victor of the three. However, she failed to see its value from what became of them. He spoke that others continued this rule, though it was not implemented by others. At this point, it seemed as if all the rules existed, depending on the Sith. After all, Andor was not one of them who followed the rule. He had taken two apprentices and created the Order of Ruin. While still in its early stages, it resembled the Rule of One, though possibly playing loose with who held power.
As Mavlus stood and made his way from the room, Luxeria followed him down the near empty halls. When he stopped to watch as the droids moved a portrait, she gazed upon it quietly, curious as to who it was and why he seemed to focus upon it. When he finally spoke, she looked back to him. She had not realized what had happened, but he had seen something of a technique. She looked back to the floor as she thought on what was happening during her meditation. "While I was meditating, something inside wished to be alone at the moment, to be separate from others. With this line of thought, I imagined, focused the Force around to cover me like a blanket, cutting me off from the world." The name of the technique was not one she had come across yet, and since she didn't see the affects of what was happening, she didn't know what it was. "What does the technique do?"
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Post by Darth Malvus on Oct 11, 2015 20:23:41 GMT -8
Malvus would look once more at the portrait as it was moved from the hallway. Once it disappeared, the Sith Lord turned and continued to walk with his apprentice. After a few moments, he would speak of the technique that his apprentice had stumbled upon.
Force Cloak was a notable technique used by the Jedi after the fall of their order and the rise of the Galactic Empire. It bends light and sound waves around them, making them invisible to visual and audio detection. It is a technique difficult to learn, but it is easier for those with a natural talent for Force Cloak. It is a very taxing technique, mastering it is very difficult, but it is a valuable asset to spies and assassins.
Malvus began to wonder what Luxeria had done to cause the technique to happen during her meditation. He began to wonder if she had delved deep into the Dark Side of the Force, causing the talent and skill to surface without his apprentice knowing.
If you were able to meditate and cause the ability to surface, then it must be a hidden talent of yours. It is something that does prove my assumption that you have great potential, known and hidden. I would suggest you learn more about it and train yourself thoroughly.
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