Zhia Darkwind
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Jul 15, 2018 17:59:21 GMT -8
Post by Zhia Darkwind on Jul 15, 2018 17:59:21 GMT -8
Zhia leaned back in her chair, propping her feet up on the control console and closing her eyes.
"Relaxing?" Biz remarked.
"Trying to" she shrugged. "Not much to do until we know if our current resource fails us." she glanced back towards the bay door. "I'll leave it up to him, i've done enough today. figure we can let him work off some steam or something."
Biz shrugs and focuses on his terminal, managing the ship systems and checking diagnostics for any possible damages, when his attention is drawn to a small blip on short-wave scanners. "Ehh...how many friends did you make in town?" he turned to Zhia.
She raises an eyebrow and rights herself in the chair. "Just the one, why?"
"Because we have a single individual approaching the ship on foot apparently." He began to rise out of his chair, reaching for his EE-5 on his back before being motioned by Zhia to sit back down.
"Let's just keep an eye on that. If it was First Order or someone trying to kill us, they would have called for help, not walked up here." She leans back again. "It's most likely just a glitch or a large native animal. just ignore it."
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Jul 19, 2018 14:41:38 GMT -8
Post by Randolph Beviin on Jul 19, 2018 14:41:38 GMT -8
Well that was easy. He had personally hoped that the man would put up more of a fight. He needed a way to vent his frustrations and anger and getting the information would have been cathartic in a way. Crud was not going to like this failure. It could very well mean the end of his life. He would not run though. Cower on some backwater planet and hope that a bounty hunter wouldnt find him. No he would face the man and hope for the best.
Very well friend. I need to get off this planet, you help me and I promise to take you with me so the Imperials do not find out about your betrayal.
On the surface his words seemed genuine. He would indeed take the man off planet. It was almost too kind though
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Jul 20, 2018 13:33:18 GMT -8
Post by Zhia Darkwind on Jul 20, 2018 13:33:18 GMT -8
After a few minutes of waiting, Zhia checked the scanners again. Odd she thought, as the blip got closer to the ship and slowed down, almost waiting outside it unmoving. After a few curious glance exchange with Biz, she finally gave in to his caution. "Alright, something is up here..." She keyed the comm into the docking bay Where Randolph was. "Sorry to interrupt, but i think we may have company outside...one individual, isn't leaving. it's just waiting out there, so we might want to look into that."
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Jwur Nhahl
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Jul 26, 2018 20:28:51 GMT -8
Post by Jwur Nhahl on Jul 26, 2018 20:28:51 GMT -8
Jwur approached the ship, and reached out with his hand. Running his fingers along the hull, he reached out, sensing a number of individuals inside. He could feel three people inside, one in pain. Pulling his hand back, Jwur debated his next move. There was no way to be certain whether or not this ship, and it's inhabitants were friend or foe. He could guess, however while guessing correctly helped, guessing incorrectly would make a large difference, as treating a foe like a friend would change nothing. But treating a friend as a foe, could actually turn them into another enemy. Having made up his mide, Jwur went with the most friendly, albeit odd, entrance he could thing of, and banged his hand on the ship ramp loudly, letting the knocking sound resonate inside.
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Jul 27, 2018 5:12:29 GMT -8
Post by Randolph Beviin on Jul 27, 2018 5:12:29 GMT -8
In infinite slowness that seemed to take forever, like 7 days Randolph looked up from his prisoner and up towards where the voice was originating from.
Sit tight friend and don't do anything too stupid.
Walking towards the comm unit on the wall the Mandalorian thumbed it active
I will check it out, if anything goes wrong feel from to come rescue me.
In truth if something went wrong he did not expect her to rescue him. She was a merc, just like him. If he went down she would not hesitate to leave him lying there. Its what he would do. Ensuring that he was armed he opened the ramp and descended down it his weapon at the ready. Seeing an Ithorian running his hand down the hull of their ship he resisted the urge to fire a bolt at him.
An urge that he instantly regretted. Only one type of being wore clothes like that. He did not need to see the proof of the lightsaber to know a Jetii.
Give me one reason why I should not end you here and now.
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Jwur Nhahl
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Aug 3, 2018 14:14:34 GMT -8
Post by Jwur Nhahl on Aug 3, 2018 14:14:34 GMT -8
Jwur looked at the man for a few silent moments. A mandalorian he thought, interesting. He lowered his hand and tried to sense the man's feelings. Coldness, anger, pain, he would absolutely end Jwur given the chance. However Jwur sensed something else inside the man, a potential for peace. Small and neglected sure, but it was there. "The same reason you have not already shot me" he finally spoke. "You hate me for what I am, not who I am. I cannot say for sure, but perhaps you want to try to learn who I am?"
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Zhia Darkwind
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Aug 3, 2018 23:41:01 GMT -8
Post by Zhia Darkwind on Aug 3, 2018 23:41:01 GMT -8
Zhia checked the surveillance camera in the docking bay, catching a small bit of the sight of their uninvited guest, and was surprised to see the amount of caution Randolph exhibited. she expected him to either shoot the person right away, or put his weapon away at a false alarm. this was unexpected, and worrisome to her. She stood and grabbed her E-11 and donned her helmet.
"Make sure the ship is ready to dust off again if we have a problem." she nodded to Biz, who simply nodded back.
Deciding to take a flanking approach, Zhia quietly opened a small emergency hatch in the cockpit, allowing her to slip out of the ship quietly. Dropping to the ground, she slowly made her way around the landing gear until she saw the visitor, an ithorian in some sort of robes.
"What's with the getup?" She muttered to herself. "Just who is this guy?" She raised her blaster, but kept out of sight, simply waiting for now.
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Aug 6, 2018 12:31:38 GMT -8
Post by Randolph Beviin on Aug 6, 2018 12:31:38 GMT -8
That isn't a very good reason
Despite his answer he still held off on firing for now. This was not the Holy War, this man was not his enemy anymore. Even then he still harbored a grudge against everything this man represented. He would never forget the footage of Jedi slaughtering innocent Mandalorian families even if the galaxy at large did. How were these people beacons of peace yet every single conflict in galactic history had these Jetii at the center of them.
Although he was not able to see Zhia he hard her voice reaching out from somewhere within the trees. It was good she was being cautious. If this Jetii proved to be hostile it would take both of them to put up a decent fight against him.
His kind would have once called this place home. I imagine once the First Order came in they tried to evict them all.
His aim never wavering from the Force User he cocked his head slightly and repeated his last question.
Why shouldn't I just kill you? I imagine you would be a great way to ensure our way off world.
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Jwur Nhahl
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Post by Jwur Nhahl on Aug 6, 2018 19:18:31 GMT -8
"I am disconnected from recent times i'll admit, but I have a good feeling that your enemies on this planet are the same as mine." Jwur held his hands together, hoping to put the mandolorian at ease atleast a little. "They're oppressors, dominators, the kinds of people who use power to enforce what they decide is law." He dropped his head low a little bit. "I have seen many of these types come and go as time has passed, first the trade federation, then the empire." He raised his gaze back to Randolph. "I wish to do something about this enemy. I wish to fight them, and defend those who cannot defend themselves against this oppression." Jwur went silent for a moment in thought. It would appear this man may not fight for the sake of freedom, but.... "If you want a reason that might please your sensibilities a little more, you could believe the old saying that 'the enemy of my enemy is my friend', even if you do view me as a rival as well." He kept his hands together and waited patiently. Jwur felt a slight movement in the force somewhere around him. Most likely the other life form from the ship. Despite this knowledge he stood still, trusting in the force that his instincts wouldn't betray him.
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Zhia Darkwind
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Aug 7, 2018 13:49:10 GMT -8
Post by Zhia Darkwind on Aug 7, 2018 13:49:10 GMT -8
Zhia raised her blaster and pointed it at the back of the ithorian's head, while she whispered to Randolph over the comms.
"I have a shot. Give me the signal and i'll take this thing down."
She waits and listens, catching bits of their conversation. When she overhears that he may be an enemy of the First Order, she becomes interested. Curious if he may be a new ally or not, she grew slightly hesitant, part of her almost hoping to not have to shoot him just yet.
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Aug 14, 2018 16:15:28 GMT -8
Post by Randolph Beviin on Aug 14, 2018 16:15:28 GMT -8
Jwurs words would have inspired other people. Indeed the First Order was everything that was wrong with the galaxy but sometimes you needed something wrong to fix the issues. The Galaxy had been in a constant state of war for the better part of 20 years. Factions rising and falling. It would only make sense that one would eventually rise to power. The fact that they used force to get it was besides the fact. This unification was making the job prospects kind of slim and one sided.
Can we have your name?
Although he made no move to shoot there was no indication that he wouldnt. The perks of encasing yourself in armour. Privatly he opened the comm for Zhia and whispered
I hate to admit it but his type do have a way of getting out of tight spots. Do you want to work with this one?
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Aug 15, 2018 18:27:41 GMT -8
Post by Jwur Nhahl on Aug 15, 2018 18:27:41 GMT -8
Jwur bowed his head slightly. "My name is Jwur Nhahl, may I ask for yours?" He takes a moment to look around, not directly seeing Zhia, but able to sense her close by, including the inner conflict she faced. "I'm guessing by we, you mean your other ally hiding somewhere close by?" He continued to stand still, with his hands together. "Would your other friend like to come out and speak to me? At the very least I imagine an introduction would only be fair."
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Aug 15, 2018 22:50:10 GMT -8
Post by Zhia Darkwind on Aug 15, 2018 22:50:10 GMT -8
Zhia listened as the conversation continued, and soon was contacted by Randolph's private comms.
"His type? Just what the heck is this guy? I'm still not sure I even understand what his deal is...but I mean if you think he might be helpfull, I suppose it couldn't hurt, after all we are kind of in a tight situation as it is..."
Zhia goes silent when overhearing Jwur mention her presence. Shit. She grit her teeth in frustration. What did she do wrong? Where did she slip up?
"Should I just come out now?" She radioed back. "How the hell did he notice me?"
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Aug 16, 2018 14:55:20 GMT -8
Post by Randolph Beviin on Aug 16, 2018 14:55:20 GMT -8
Very well Jetii, the name is Randolph Beviin.
Lowering his crossbow he still kept himself ready for a fight. So far he had made no move to get away or engage him in combat. Motioning his fingers towards Zhia he figured there was no point in her hiding.
Keep your finger on the trigger just in case. He is a force user, only they would wear robes like his.
In truth the mistake had been his. He knew in an intellectual way how the Force worked but not the intricacies of it. The way that the Jetii knew there was more than one was a slip of his tounge saying the word "we".
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Post by Zhia Darkwind on Aug 16, 2018 15:28:18 GMT -8
Zhia lowers her blaster slightly, but keeps it ready as she walks out from behind one of the landing gears. She walked over to Randolph's side and kept her gaze locked on Jwur.
"I'm Zhia. Zhia Darkwind."
She sized him up and down, still partially not sure of what to make of the Ithorian. He looked tall, and no doubt had some amount of physical strength, but otherwise he kept himself well hidden.
"So...what's your story? Just a hermit living out in the woods seems particularly odd...and just what can you offer to us to help?"
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Aug 19, 2018 11:28:51 GMT -8
Post by Jwur Nhahl on Aug 19, 2018 11:28:51 GMT -8
"Greetings Randolph, Zhia." He bowed slightly. "My name is Jwur Nhahl. I am a jedi master, long forgotten from the age of the republic. As for my story, I went into hiding as the empire rose to power, and focus on honing my strength. During the brief peace between tyrants I came here, looking for answers and knowledge in the old jedi temples." He shook his head. "I have not found anything however, and now a new tyrant reigns, and i wish to fight back." He looks between Randolph and Zhia back and forth. "And I sense that you may have just had a run-in with these dark forces. If you are in need of aid, I am willing to help. As for what I can do..." he shifts his robe slightly so his lightsaber could be seen. "I am more than capable of fighting, as well i have the power of the force on my side if we need a different approach."
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Aug 31, 2018 14:37:50 GMT -8
Post by Randolph Beviin on Aug 31, 2018 14:37:50 GMT -8
Looking at the mans lightsaber his jaw clenched under the helmet. That dreaded weapon had killed untold thousands of his people and many more out in the galaxy. Even if there had not been the security footage of the Jedi killing innocent Mandalorians the wounds alone would have proved it. Only their weapon would cauterize a wound that you just opened. To inflict more pain on the person. Where is the fun in letting them bleed out and die a good death. Even in todays day and age with more and more force users cropping up it would fetch a pretty price on the black market.
Yeah the Force. Awesome
Although it had been a few years he had tangled with a Force user but there were ways around their mystical energy force. It seemed like he wouldnt have to deal with it today though. This Jwur seemed amicable enough.
What would you want in return for this help?
Although he hated to admit it they were up shit creek without a paddle. No doubt the Imperials were searching for them even now. If not then their ships information or personal data may be known. To be an enemy of the First Order was a bad move.
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Aug 31, 2018 20:46:59 GMT -8
Post by Jwur Nhahl on Aug 31, 2018 20:46:59 GMT -8
"I would simply request transport off of Dantooine, and to go somewhere where I can be of aid to the struggle against these tyrants." He shrugged slightly. "As well as perhaps some access to general knowledge of the past years, so I can be more caught up to date with current events and know just who or what it is I am fighting against." Jwur looked beyond the ship for a moment, beyond the trees. He could sense them, angry and full of hatred, searching for these two. However none knew where they were, and as the sun began to slowly set, they would most likely abandon their efforts until morning. "With all due respect, I believe we should go inside the ship soon. I know not of how long we will be able to hide here, but I imagine it won't be long, and we should be ready to leave on a moment's notice."
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Sept 1, 2018 9:10:22 GMT -8
Post by Zhia Darkwind on Sept 1, 2018 9:10:22 GMT -8
Zhia moves close to Randolph's side, keeping her eye on Jwur.
"If you're as useful as you claim to be, then I can accept that. I clearly have a ship, and I have a droid on board who can fill you in on whatever you've missed in the past few decades."
She finally holstered her blaster and removed her helmet. With a sigh of reluctance, she turned to Randolph and shrugged.
"If he is as formidable as you say and hasn't tried to kill us yet, then I think we're done here." She nodded towards Jwur "Besides he is right, we should get inside. The ship has shielding to hide from scans, but the three of us standing out here like idiots will still show up."
She walked around to the loading ramp and made her way back into the ship. "You've got the officer, and he's got that force thing. You two figure out our next move, Biz and I will keep monitoring comm traffic and try to keep us of the First Order's scopes."
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Sept 3, 2018 17:14:44 GMT -8
Post by Randolph Beviin on Sept 3, 2018 17:14:44 GMT -8
Heading back into the ship Randolph did not have much more to say on the matter. Standing on the other side of the cargo bay as the Imperial prisoner he kept his eye on the Jedi his weapons in easy reach should the need arise.
You claim to have been out of the loop for a while, did you know my kind tried to eradicate yours?
Despite the mechanical voice one could easily sense the emotion behind the words. The hatred, the hurt and contempt.
So what do you suggest we do Master Jetii.
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