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Post by Viox Savage on May 8, 2018 16:59:22 GMT -8
As the majority of the Blackguard were embarking on a mission to Felucia, dozens of smaller support craft, engineers and technicians were already well underway on the construction of the Type-II Orbital Repair Yard that would serve as both an orbital hub for the planet and a repair and refit station for Blackguard ships. Once construction on this was complete, the much larger and more important task would begin. With the construction underway in orbit, things planet side were also progressing smoothly. Defenses were being built, old droid foundries were being uncovered and returned to active duty, prefab structures were being put into place to house the planetary garrison and the Castle was being secured and refurbished for habitation. Since the Blackguard was going to be using the Castle as its main base of operations, it needed to be upgraded, repaired and made livable again. All of this would be completed in due time, however. There was no rush to get these tasks completed as of yet.
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Post by Viox Savage on Jun 4, 2018 13:21:20 GMT -8
Working around the clock, with resources pouring in from the surface of Mustafar, as well as the other planets under the Blackguard's sway, the Type-II Orbital Repair Yard was completed. Dubbed as 'Jump Zero', this station would serve as the central hub for activity all around Mustafar. From traffic control to ferrying dignitaries and Blackguard members to and from the surface, and repairing and maintaining the ships at the Blackguard's disposal, 'Jump Zero' was just the beginning. Several thousand kilometers off of 'Jump Zero's' port side, construction was already beginning on the Cardan V-Class Space Station. This massive station would serve to facilitate major repairs and refits of the Blackguard ships as well as being able to construct new vessels for the members of the Blackguard. It would also act as the primary means to defend the planet, should anyone consider striking at the heart of the Blackguard. Considering how large the Cardan V was, completion of this space station would take much longer to complete. Though, with having 'Jump Zero' finished, it gave a orbital base of operations to coordinate construction efforts.
As if to reinforce the fact that the Blackguard was, in fact, here to stay, three Immobilizer 418 Cruisers emerged from hyperspace. The Eudora, O'Bannon and Valor were part of the Sith'ari's personal fleet, but they were now assigned to patrol and defend Mustafar until a larger presence of Blackguard assets could be allocated here.
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Post by Viox Savage on Jun 20, 2018 23:14:12 GMT -8
With 'Jump Zero' completed, three ships from the Sith'ari's personal fleet patrolling, and a whole slew of construction crews and craft present, construction of the Cardan V-Class Space Station was well underway. The framework, composed of durasteel trusses and girders, was already completed. While there was still a tremendous amount of work that needed to be done to complete the station, it was already starting to take shape. And, as per orders given before his departure, the second Imperious-Class Star Destroyer, Natanus exited hyperspace above the fiery world of Mustafar. Sporting the crimson markings of the Blackguard, the ship began to patrol around the planet, joining the three Immobilizer-418 Cruisers already present there. With the success of Mustafar and Pzob, as well as support from Darth Malvus' puppet government on Eriadu, everything was coming together nicely. And with Rodia and Roon possibly being pulled under their sway, the strength of the Blackguard Reborn continued to grow. And with it, many more flocked to its banner...
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Post by Deleted on Jul 12, 2018 17:34:54 GMT -8
Mustafar. One of the worlds that flowed with the Dark Side of the Force. It’s fractured surface covered in magma was the site of Darth Vader’s greatest defeat, alongside caves that flowed with the Dark Side. And it was here that the Force had drawn Gygryth. Perhaps it was the power, the air of mystery the planet had to it. He remembered his father once saying that it was a waste that the Sith kept the many corporations from mining the planet to its fullest degree. He shook his head, as he stared at the molten ball from the command seat of the Vindicator. His crew had angled the ship to make a descent towards the planet’s surface. However, it was then that he noticed an orbital station out of the corner of his eye. And more important, he could feel a presence aboard the vessel. One strong with the Force. He ordered his crew to land aboard the platform instead of the planet. They were puzzled by the order, but did as they were told. After what had occurred to the last crew member who had questioned his orders, the crew knew their limits. All of them were subservient to a degree that one could question if they were still human. The space station came into full view of the large transparent port that dominated the front of the command deck. As the ship approached the station, a voice came in over the intercom.
Transport ship, state your purpose for landing here.
The voice rang loud and clear over the barely audible hum of the ship’s engines. His voice, sounding slightly robotic coming through the mask, rose above the silence.
“I am Darth Gygryth. I am a Sith who has come here to better myself.”
He never was much for words. Words never saved anyone. He waited for a response from the voice over the communications system..
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Post by Viox Savage on Jul 12, 2018 23:57:00 GMT -8
'Jump Zero' - Type II Orbital Repair Yard. Blackguard Transportation Hub, Mustafar.
'Jump Zero', as the station was affectionately referred to by both it's occupants and it's builders, was the central transportation hub for the Blackguard in and around Mustafar. It housed central traffic control for all incoming and outgoing traffic, it housed mechanics and engineers that staffed the repair bays of 'Jump Zero', a garrison of
Sith Troopers fresh out of training and the construction crews that were currently working on the orbital defense station a few hundred kilometers off 'Jump Zero's starboard flank. As the usual traffic continued around Mustafar, a transmission had come in from a ship, identified as a Fury-Class Imperial Interceptor. Having hailed it and received a reply, the traffic controller hailed the ship once more, clearing it to land.
Understood, Darth Gygryth. You have been cleared to land in docking bay three. A Blackguard Representative shall meet you there.
And with that, the line was closed as clearance had been given. 'Jump Zero' continued to monitor traffic and comms as the activity around Mustafar continued at it's increasingly persistent rate.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 13, 2018 4:03:02 GMT -8
Once the clearance was given, Gygryth got out of the command chair and went across the ship to the boarding ramp. He at least knew the autopilot could land the ship without himself watching over them. The ship slipped past the aperture of the hangar, and settled down in the hangar, its tripod legs coming to rest against the cold, black floor. As the boarding ramp lowered, he stepped out onto the station’s floor. A singular battle droid ran up to him, evidently unaware that he had been given clearance. As the machine began spouting off all kinds of nonsense about how “he would be arrested for his crimes against the First Order”, he sighed, picking the droid up with the Force and destroying it against a small stack of steel boxes in the room. After this, he strode across the floor, boots clicking against the floor, and entered the station proper. After crossing the blast door that led into the hangar, he stood waiting, taking note of the Sith Troopers crossing to and fro through the corridor, along with a few battle droids. Clearly, the Blackguard was expanding its operations.
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Post by Darth Akrak on Jul 14, 2018 13:46:09 GMT -8
Akrak was not one to usually be chosen as a Blackguard representative, however, he was one of the only members currently available on 'Jump Zero'. So, rather begrudgingly, he answered the call.
Flanked by two silver and black armored Sith Troopers, Akrak strode into the bay just in time to see the new arrival destroy a B1 Battle Droid. Smirking beneath his helm, he could tell he would already like this person. He seemed to be a shoot first, ask questions later type, which mirrored Akrak's own personality. Coming to a halt a few feet from the newly arrived Sith, Akrak spoke. His mechanically enhanced voice resounding throughout the bay.
"I've been told you are a lone Sith seeking to enhance his own power, correct?"
While Akrak normally didn't have the patience to deal with the underlings within the Blackguard, he would make the exception this time. And hopefully, with his line of questioning, the newly arrived Sith would reveal his true nature and allow Akrak to make a decision, since it was left up to him. While still not buying the Sith'ari and Jen'ari's new philosophy, he was at least making an attempt to embrace it, as difficult as it was.
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Post by Viox Savage on Jul 26, 2018 9:44:54 GMT -8
With 'Jump Zero' becoming the main hub of activity over the Blackguard's stronghold world, construction on the Cardan V-Class Space Station continued. Nearing the halfway point, the massive station would eventually become the primary location for building and repairing ship for the Blackguard members. With resources coming in from Sullust, Eriadu, Pzob, Iridonia and Roon, the construction efforts were able to increase substantially. While still a long way from being completed, the construction crews continued to work, under the ever watchful eye of the Sith'ari...
With the completion of the Dark Obelisk on the surface of Mustafar, the three Immobilizer 418 Cruisers were still patrolling above the planet, now under the command of Commander Kradus Sesrom, the recently appointed CO of the second Imperious-Class Star Destroyer of the Blackguard Reborn's Fleet. The Natanus continued along its vector, monitoring the incoming and outgoing vessels as well as ensuring all security protocols were enforced and nothing suspicious was taking place, right on the Blackguard's doorstep. And so, things continued with a business-as-usual pace.
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Post by Luxeria on Jul 31, 2018 13:48:30 GMT -8
From out of hyperspace, Luxeria's Lethisk-class armed freighter emerged and made her approach towards the planet. From the cockpit, she stared at the growing ball of flame and rock, reflecting upon the mission that had transpired there months ago. It was her first actual mission with the Blackguard in which sh had met the Sith'ari, Viox Savage, his former apprentice, Xakire, and his newest apprentice, Vasari. This place and the castle of Darth Vader and brought to light many new things for her and her future. However, despite that, she never really expected to return to this world again. Outside of the bits that existed at the castle, which had been gathered up, she didn't think it had anything else to offer. Not to mention it wasn't a world she was fond of being on.
So with that came the surprise when she found out that a new temple for the Blackguard was being built upon the world. While she was against the idea at first, when asked about her chambers and how she wanted it, she knew this was going to be her new home. Iridonia, Eriadu, and Kesh were places she might visit and stay at for a bit, but Mustafar was going to be her permanent residents for the foreseeable future.
Pushing the thoughts from her head, she noticed the ships patrolling the orbit around Mustafar as well as the Type-II Orbital Repair Yard and the Cardan V-Class Space Station that was still under construction. Viox had clearly not wasted any time after they raided the planet in building a new empire here. She hadn't even been on Iridonia for a week before getting word the temple was complete enough that everyone could begin moving in. She didn't come at first, finishing of seven days worth of training with Gavin at the academy before leaving. He had determined that she had solid knowledge to begin working alone for the most part. Anything else, he could teaching over a communicator until he could make trips out here. One thing he said was that the training wouldn't be over until he deemed it so, no matter where she called home.
Growing closer to the station, she opened up a channel so as to get permission to land. There was no telling if her transponder was registered in the system here yet and wasn't about to risk it simply because this was the Blackguard world. ::Station, this is Luxeria of the Blackguard, seeking permission to land at the Dark Obelisk.::
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Post by Luxeria on Aug 6, 2018 8:21:17 GMT -8
A few minutes of silence passed as Luxeria waited in orbit. She had no concern for if she’d be denied landing or being seen as a threat. But she was a bit surprised it was taking this long. Then again, this was a new station, a new crew, and a new location. The proper protocols had to be followed.
Finally, she heard the sound of an activating comlink across her speakers before a male’s voice was heard. ::Luxeria, you have been granted clearance to land at the Dark Obelisk. Your ship’s signal has also been saved to our data banks for faster approval.::
::Understood. Making my approach now.:: With that, Luxeria pressed forward towards the planet below.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 15, 2018 10:30:28 GMT -8
Akrak was not one to usually be chosen as a Blackguard representative, however, he was one of the only members currently available on 'Jump Zero'. So, rather begrudgingly, he answered the call.Flanked by two silver and black armored Sith Troopers, Akrak strode into the bay just in time to see the new arrival destroy a B1 Battle Droid. Smirking beneath his helm, he could tell he would already like this person. He seemed to be a shoot first, ask questions later type, which mirrored Akrak's own personality. Coming to a halt a few feet from the newly arrived Sith, Akrak spoke. His mechanically enhanced voice resounding throughout the bay."I've been told you are a lone Sith seeking to enhance his own power, correct?"While Akrak normally didn't have the patience to deal with the underlings within the Blackguard, he would make the exception this time. And hopefully, with his line of questioning, the newly arrived Sith would reveal his true nature and allow Akrak to make a decision, since it was left up to him. While still not buying the Sith'ari and Jen'ari's new philosophy, he was at least making an attempt to embrace it, as difficult as it was. “Correct. I assume you are the Sith I am to meet?” His voice, which was much heavier, due to the mask that he wore distorting his voice to make it surround anyone in the room, had a tendency to intimidate most he came across. It was unlikely that it would intimidate a Sith in the slightest. Regardless, he stared intently at the Sith, although the only eyes he could see were black cavities in the mask that were actually a transparent material cut in a manner that made them seem endlessly deep. |
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Post by Darth Akrak on Aug 15, 2018 10:41:30 GMT -8
Sizing up the Sith before him, Akrak was unimpressed. At least for the time being. With his talents unknown and untested in his eyes, Akrak couldn't form a proper judgement of the being before him. That would likely change as time progressed. The sound of his voice, distorted due to the mask that he wore, would have been intimidating to anyone else. But not to him. It took a lot to actually intimidate Akrak. Not even standing face to face with the Sith'ari had intimidated him, which spoke volumes. The Sith'ari was an intimidating individual, Akrak admitted, though not aloud. His power seemed endless and almost awe-inspiring. This man, however, was no where near that powerful. But Akrak could sense the individual's untapped potential. He certainly held promise, provided he was willing to work for it. Nodding, Akrak spoke.
"You assume correctly. I am Darth Akrak, Ravager of the Blackguard Reborn. And who might you be?"
Akrak's voice was gruff, enhanced by the helm he wore. But, such was the way of the Sith. Being a Sith, there was no place for being compassionate or soft towards others. And this individual would learn that, sooner or later.
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Post by Viox Savage on Aug 16, 2018 13:27:50 GMT -8
Months after 'Jump Zero' was completed, the Cardan V-Class Space Station was finally completed. Acting as both a major defensive installation and a shipyard, the station was capable of building ships for the Blackguard. Which was perfect, considering that, with the completion of the station, new construction orders were coming in. The final ship of the Blackguard Fleet was going to be constructed here, as a show of the might of the Blackguard Reborn...
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Post by Viox Savage on Sept 9, 2018 14:39:10 GMT -8
'Jump Zero', a Type-II Orbital Repair Yard, was the central hub of all activity going two and from the planet. 'Exodus', the Cardan V-Class Space Station, was the central construction yard for the Blackguard Reborn. Hanging in geosynchronous orbit over the Obelisk, it was responsible for the construction of all new ships, whether they were front line warships, civilian ships or merely snub fighters. 'Exodus' handled it all. And the most daunting project to date was underway. The skeletal superstructure of the final ship of the Blackguard's fleet could be seen. Even with round the clock work, this ship would take many months to be completed. Even still, business as usual continued above the fiery world...
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Post by Luxeria on Sept 14, 2018 5:17:47 GMT -8
A shuttle made its way up from the planet’s surface and began its approach towards the Cardan V-class space station. Already Luxeria’s mind was trying to sort out what details could be added to her choice of ship. She didn’t seek a stock ship but wanted one that was built and fit to her. From missions to personal preference, ideas moved through her mind. Still, the actual details of how these ideas would come to light was a matter she didn’t fully grasp. Hopefully, whoever she’d Meet here would help illuminate what could be done to achieve her desires.
Landing in the station’s hangar, Luxeria departed and waited. The Sith’ari has sent word ahead to her arrival, so she expected an escort to be waiting for her.
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Post by Viox Savage on Sept 14, 2018 11:58:46 GMT -8
'Exodus' - Cardan V-Class Space Station - Geosynchronous orbit over the Dark Obelisk.
As the shuttle carrying Lady Luxeria set down in the hangar bay, Chief Engineer Marek Thorne stood waiting for the Sith Lady to disembark. Word had been sent from the planet, stating she was coming, and in need of a ship. As the deck crew secured the shuttle, Thorne was scanning through a datapad, searching for possible ship designs that would suit Luxeria's needs. Though before he suggested anything, the Zabrak engineer would ask her opinion first.
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Post by Luxeria on Sept 16, 2018 8:34:58 GMT -8
As she exited the shuttle, she notice the man waiting for her just a few feet away. Just as she touched the hangar floor, she came up to her and gave a slight bow to her before speaking.
"Lady Luxeria, welcome to the Exodus. I am Chief Engineer Marek Thorne. The Sith'ari sent word that you'd be arriving and that you are looking have a new ship built for you. Please, this way."
Luxeria nodded and followed the man. As they left the hangar, Thorne pulled up his datapad, already preparing to show her the possible choices he had selected. He was rather pleased with the choices and thought they'd suit her well. Still, best to ask her and see if she had any choices of her own.
"I have a few ship ideas you might be interested in. But first, did you have any ideas as to what you wanted?"
She glanced over to the man for a moment before turning her head back with a small, almost unnoticeable nod. "Indeed, I do. The ship I'm looking at is the Baudo-class star yacht."
Thorne looked at Luxeria with a slightly puzzled look. He had heard of the ship himself, even saw a couple in his time, but it was nothing more than a fancy ship. Certainly not suitable for someone like Luxeria, or any of the Sith in the Blackguard.
"A Baudo? Are you sure about that? Sure, it's a nice looking ship, but outside of that, it hardly stands up what you may encounter. Perhaps a more functional vessel? I think you might find some of the ones I selected acceptable."
While she never stopped walking, Luxeria's gaze shifted over towards Thorne with a sharp stare. She held it for a moment before once again turning her gaze forward. "I'm well aware that a stock Baudo is most a dignified transport. That is why it isn't going to remain that way. Hence why I'm here. You are to help me make it something more. As for the why I chose that ship instead of something more functional, it's because the design appeals to me. End of story."
Thorne nodded, a bit shaky feeling he might have upset the Sith.
"Of course, my lady. We'll do everything we can to make the ship as you imagine it. However..."He paused slightly. "I'm not sure we are in possession of those designs. The Baudo yacht as designed by a single man and his company and getting one was a difficult task, by what I hear. Chances are that those designs are hidden away. But I will have someone look into it immediately." He began typing on his datapad, sending a priority message to a couple engineers to search through the databanks and see if they possessed it. He hoped, by some miracle, that they did and they could begin work and designing it. Making any plans without it would be pointless otherwise. And the last thing he wanted was to upset the Sith simply because they didn't have it, making it an inconvenience to her. "I should have a report back in a few minutes. Here we are." Arriving at his office, he motioned Luxeria inside before following after her.
Taking a seat in the chair, she took a look around, letting his words settle in her mind. "It wouldn't be unexpected if they were, Thorne. I did my homework on the ship and am well aware and the chances that I may have to retrieve it myself, if necessary. In which case, you merely need to point me in the right direction."
"I'm sure they'll turn up in our system somewhere." His tone was a bit of a nervous one. Luxeria might have been aware of all this and ready to go out and find the plans herself, but the last thing he wanted to do was inconvenience her. Suddenly, there was a ding on his datapad. He read through it quickly with some hope. He gave a sigh of relief when it was verified that it had been in their system and was already sent to him. The report went on to say that the plans had been taken years ago by an Imperial spy working with the company. Possibly seeking to steal plans from different people whose plans weren't easy to get and make them available to their higher ups or make them into better weapons. While it seemed nothing came of it, it got passed down through the times until it was loaded int the new database at Exodus. "Good news. It seems we do have the ship in our system. Now, what did you wish to have done with it?"
Luxeria leaned back in her chair, relieved a bit that it was already here and construction could begin immediately. "I want it to have decent fire power, be quick, and stealthy." She let her mind reflect a bit on the pirate raid, thinking of ways she could have better dealt with it and what could be done with future endeavors. "I definitely want an Ion cannon added in. Also, to add to the appeal, I want the hull to be made like the Naboo ships, only black."
"Chromium? It is a weaker material than other hulls. Might have to look into increasing the deflector shield to compensate. An Ion cannon, stealth technology, decent fire power, and quick. Did you have any actual details you wanted to add in or did you want us to figure things out?"
"I leave the stealth systems, shielding, weapons, and such to you. You'll know better in how to make it all work together. But the main computer needs to be an advanced A.I system. Something that can divert power from systems, run scans, inform me of what I don't notice, plot courses, activate systems, and, if needed, fly the ship. That way, I can use the ship at its best even if its just me. Add in a R-9 series astromech with a channel straight to the A.I. If they can communicate better, the faster things get repaired. And do be sure to make it luxurious inside. I do like my comforts."
Thorne nodded as he began typing away, processing her requests.
"I've got it. I'll begin working on putting the finishing touches on it now. If you'd like to explore the station in the mean time, be my guest. I'll contact you once I put everything together."
Giving a nod, Luxeria stood and departed the room, leaving Thorne to his work.
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Post by Luxeria on Sept 16, 2018 12:15:14 GMT -8
A few hours passed as Luxeria moved about the facility. It was the perfect time to further see the structures of the Blackguard of close. She was curious as to what Thorne would put together for her. In the end, she'd have to trust his expertise since she didn't know much more than she told him. Finally, she got a call on her commlink.
::Lady Luxeria, I believe I have finished configuring an ideal set up for your ship. When you are ready, we can review it and make any additional changes.::
"I'm on my way, Thorne." Without another word, she turned on her heels and headed back to his office. Once there, she took a seat as he pulled up the details on the holoprojector.
"So let's get started. We'll start with the exterior and the added systems. So, as you requested, we use a black chromium for the hull. Despite its weaker nature, the black reflective surface will serve as a type of stealth on its own as it'll be harder to see in space. To further protect it, I've added Chempat Defender shield generator. It was used on many luxury vessels and is fairly durable as it was used to provide some semblance of protection for elected officials and high society members. Not the highest grade we could use, but more on the why in a minute. Moving to the weapons, we've replaced the ventral mounted laser turret with a SW-8 ion cannon. It is on a rotating arm, much like the original laser cannon, giving it 360 degree firing radius. Following further with your request on weapons, I added KX-12 laser cannons mounted into the wing about midway down, then a pair of Ls-9.6 laser cannons mounted at the edge of the wing on a set of pylons. And to top it off, a ST-2 concussion missile launcher with a six missile payload. Should be more than enough fire power to keep most enemies firing on you."
Looking at the design and listening to Thorne's description, she nodded. At the mention of the pylon mounted laser cannons, she had a thought, but waited until he was finished with, at least the weapons section. "The pylon mounted cannons, do you think they could be removable? Maybe make them capable of utilizing something else if need be?"
"Removable?" His eyes moved to the side as he contemplated the thought before nodding and inputting a few things on his datapad. "Yes, I believe we can do that. A bit more unorthodox for most ships, but it would make your ship capable of being a bit more versatile on particular missions. Moving on, we'll look at the stealth systems. I personally like the set up this. The engines will be modified to burn Tibanna X gas, which will make your heat signature blind to sensors, at least at a distance. We'll also add a Nightshadow coating to the hull that will automatically disrupt sensor from a distance as well. When in closer proximity, you'll have thrust trace dampeners to further eliminate your heat signature and Phantom 4x Short-Range Jamming Suite. it'll keep you hidden at a distance and when in combat, it'll disrupt targeting computers and jam communications. Finally, for the final bit to the stealth is the full cloak. A Hibridium-powered Cloaking Device will be installed, however, this system has quite a few drawbacks. Activating it will jam your scanners as well as your enemy, not to mention trying to jump to hyperspace comes at a great risk to you and the entire ship. I think as a safety measure, the hyperdrive should be deactivated when cloaked. To handle your speed, we'll use the Nubian Headon-5 Sublight Engines to achieve the abilities of what is stated for the ship. The hyperdrive unit is a Incom GBp-625 Hyperdrive. One of the best for its class." He decided to pause and see if Luxeria had anything else to add.
"Is that the best we can do with its speed? Indeed it's quick, but could we make it faster?"
"I'm afraid there's little else we can do to make it faster. Bigger engines might make it faster, but their bulk will hinder mobility. There is a way to doble your speed, but with the chosen Sarylcorp ViX Multi-Flux reactor Power Core, it won't hold the power needed to use it. We could then give you a bigger power core, but, once again, it'll be too big and bulky for the ship itself. It's why we can't use a more powerful shield generator and even the cloaking device pushes the limit."
Luxeria sat back in her chair, contemplating her options. "What if we add this speed system you mentioned, but redirect power from weapons, stealth, and hyperdrive systems? It might not be effective in combat, but it can be used if I need to outrun my enemy. Also, for the cloaking device, if it pushes the power, how about directing power from the hyperdrive, weapons, and the jamming suite? Should be enough to run the system as well as ensure I don't try to jump to hyperspace while cloaked."
Thorne thought over her proposal a bit more before nodding.
"I do believe that will work. I'll add the SubLight Acceleration Motor and redirect patterns into the design. Further systems include the typical life support systems, air scrubbers and climate control. An Astronav P127 Course Plotter for navigation, a Torplex Tandem Flight Computer for the flight computer, and Fabritech KR-770 targeting computer. Your communications will be ran by a Chedak Communications Frequency Agile Subspace Transceiver and your sensors are established with a Fabritech ANx-y/2 Sensor Cluster. And, of course, the advanced A.I computer with vocal capability and a R9-series astromech droid. I do believe that covers everything. IS there anything else you wanted or to be changed?"
Luxeria stood and looked over the plans. They seemed promising and it seemed well equipped. "All looks well to me. Just make sure the A.I has a feminie programming and when you set up its transponder, name it the Dark Illumination."
Thorne inputted the orders Luxeria had just stated, then switched to an interior view.
"Now on to the interior. There shouldn't be much involved with this section, but I will leave its set up to you. Going from the cockpit back." Thorne then went on to show each section, what it was typically set to be and let Luxeria decide if the rooms were to stay the same or change. Nothing changed in the cockpit and moving to the first room just before it she established as the room for the computer and Astromech holding room. From there, the main lounge stayed the same as well as did the engine room. The left side of the ship saw changes, the room made for the med-bay was changed to a communication room with a holoprojector, a room set as a guest quarters and port side cargo bay. On the other side was the captain's cabin, a meditation chamber, and the starboard cargo bay. With the final bits agreed on, the order was put through so construction could begin.
"I do believe that is everything. I've already put the order through so construction should begin soon. It'll take more time than normal due to many components having to be built from other companies and get shipped here. But it soon come together well."
Luxeria nodded as she stood. "I want everything as perfect as it can be, Thorne. So if more time is needed to ensure everything is right, then so it will be. I'll make trips up here from time to time to see how things are progressing. Thank you for your time and effort."
With those final bits said, she departed the office, heading back to the hangar so to be taken back to the surface. With no ship, she'd be stuck on Mustafar for while unless sent by Viox. It gave her plenty of time to focus on her training for now.
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Viox Savage
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Post by Viox Savage on Sept 17, 2018 20:11:52 GMT -8
Continued from here... The Marauder-Class Corvette, Resurrection, reached the upper atmosphere within minutes of taking off from the Obelisk. Standing on the bridge with the ship's CO, the Sith'ari, poured over the hologram of Anzat. A terrestrial world of near human, Force sensitive 'vampires' for lack of better term. The Anzati were essentially capable of drinking the 'life-blood' of other Force sensitives. Making them a dangerous enemy and a very valuable ally. Which is exactly what the Zabrak Sith'ari intended to do. Cull the growing unease on the planet and have the Anzanti become allies of the Blackguard. Willing or otherwise. Either was okay in his books. They had a very unique and valuable ability. One that could be exploited against his foes; the Jedi Order and the First Order. And he fully intended to do just that. As the ship continued to move further away from the Blackguard Capital, the Zabrak spoke to Luxeria, noting that Vasari was not present. Buried in her new books, no doubt, he thought to himself. Regardless, this was more Luxeria's test than Vasari's. And if Vasari thought she would be better prepared by burying her nose in some dusty tome, then that was her prerogative. She would learn what they were up against soon enough, either way. "Our target is Anzat. I intend to crush the remaining Imperial presence there and take the planet for the Blackguard..."The Zabrak straightened himself up and clasped his hands behind his back, looking over to Luxeria."My fleet will pacify the orbital resistance. That is not our concern. Taking the planet is our main objective. For the purposes of truly testing you, I have purposely witheld extra reinforcements for the time being. And..."Turning to face the Sith Lady, he lowered his hood and grinned."...I am placing you in charge of the operation. My people need to know how to command those beneath them. For the purposes of this test, I will follow your orders...but do not get any ideas. For I will fully execute my potential to kill you, should you jeopardize this mission by making a bad call...and I will not hesitate to call you out on it..."The tattooed Zabrak's fierce yellow eyes continued to gaze upon Luxeria as he explained his reasoning for this test. For all intents and purposes, she was in charge, once they hit the ground. And he would follow her orders, provided she proved capable of making the right decisions and had a grasp on tactics. Given the previous assignments she had been sent on and who she had been sent with, she should have a good understanding of how he ran things. He expected results, regardless of the cost. However, were she to commit the entirety of the Sith Troopers on this ship to certain death, he would intervene. Violently, if necessary. But at the moment, he wanted to hear her response. As he was certain it would be a good one. |
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Luxeria
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Post by Luxeria on Sept 18, 2018 13:27:33 GMT -8
Luxeria shook her head with a small smirk as Vasari responded to her. <<Guess we'll find out soon enough if it amounts to anything.>>
Her presence then shifted back to a serious one as Viox began speaking to her. She listened intently, making sure to hear all he had to say. A new world to take for the Blackguard, one she hadn't heard of before. Then again, nearly every world they had over taken had been one she knew nothing about prior to their mission. In the end, this would prove to be no different. Even when he said that extra reinforcements were withheld simply to test her abilities, she didn't so much as flinch. She had become confident in her growing abilities and knew they'd carry her through. And in this mission, the Sith'ari would see just what she was capable of.
But then came the last bit of her test. The second he spoke the words, discomfort ran through her being. She was being put in charge of the entire operation. The only thing keeping her from falling into complete panic at the reality was due in no small part to Malvus. Her first mission while his apprentice, she was given control over a small group, not to mention being present during the initial meeting and being asked her opinions on what to do. She had grown to be capable of leading a group, though she hated doing so. She preferred going in with just a couple people as a team, or following behind as a second in command at most. Leading was something that didn't appeal to her. Still, had it been just her leading a group a seeing how she did with command was one thing. But he was giving her full control of the operation. And if she made a bad call, it could have very well meant her death. That pressure was enough to break most right from the start as it certainly didn't sit well with Luxeria.
It was clear in those few moments of thought her feelings of discomfort on the matter. But she said nothing, didn't let it show in her face. She knew there was little else that could be done. This was the task being set before her, this was her hurdle to cross before rising within the ranks of the Blackguard. She wouldn't let this one obstacle keep her from moving forward. For a few moments more did the feeling remain before shifting over to determination. It wasn't going to be a matter of could do it, but will do it. Taking a deep breath, she calmed her mind and finally spoke. "If that is what is desired of me, then so shall it be. I will lead these men and eliminate the Imperial forces and claim this world for the Blackguard."
She then stepped up closer to the holoprojector. If she was to be in charge, that meant she had some work to do before they arrived. "What can you tell about this planet? What do we know of the forces there?" She would ask the questions to have as much of the picture as possible. If she was to lead, she couldn't go in blind. And she doubted Viox would allow that either. Only the most skilled leaders could enter a situation completely blind to the situation, the battlefield, and the men under them and come out victorious. For any other, it spelled failure. "Also, how many men are being deployed with us? Just what are they capable of." As much as needing to know the enemey and the battlefield, she needed to understand those under her command. From the number going, to the number of companies, the ones in charge of those groups, equipment, and skills. She wasn't going to let herself send a group in meant for assassinations for a front assault, or a sniper unit to draw the enemy in. Knowing was half the battle.
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