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Post by Deleted on Jan 5, 2020 20:06:15 GMT -8
Chaos engulfed the galaxy. Order began to dissipate. The future was uncertain.
In times, like those before, people would search out for any means to relax their fears, their worries, and their negative thoughts. Anything, even if temporary, to bring a calm mind, an ease of tension, and a relaxation to the whole body. There were good and bad forms of this, they are both on different sides of the same coin. For a time, Zeltros continued to be the paradise where the coin flipped many ways, depending upon the individual. That was, until one day, when a hand from the shadows reached out and turned the coin, not for the sake of Zeltros, but for the sake of exploiting the weakness of the average person and to enrich themselves.
They came into existence, some years before the Third Galactic Civil War erupted. They once stood at corners, relaying the words of a man who was identified, at first, as the Prophet of Paradise. These words were honey to the ears of the desperate, the easiest of the followers to seduce. Coins flew, pleasures were enjoyed, and the hedonism began to take root within the various communities on Zeltros. Throughout the resulting galactic war, the planet was left to its own designs, allowing these heralds to turn into a cult, a cult dedicated to many vices; excess, greed, lust, pain, pleasure, perfection, and hedonism... nothing could stop them. They had gained roots in the most downtrodden and desperate, ensuring they were planted. Soon, their words began planting of seeds into the powerful, the rich, and the connected as their darkness swept throughout the planet. It was at the end of the galactic war that their prophet, once only heard in recordings and seen as a hooded man on holorecordings, came into plain sight before his public.
Upon that day, all gazed at his perfection, his power, his riches, and heard his words, allowing the Dark Side to twist into their minds. They called him the Flawless Lord, the Prophet of Paradise, the Silver Prince... but all knew him as Azarien Serano, the Magnificent. With his first public appearance. the Cult of Revelry began to truly take full control of Zeltros, turning the world into a paradise, created by the word of their leader and its rule dictated by him and him alone. Azarien was now at the top of the pyramid, supported by devoted followers, fanatics, and armed minions. He could have it all with the simple snap of his fingers, women, money, power, and more. He was Decadence made Manifest and none dared challenge him... many rather side with him for profit and security, others kept their mouths shut.
His rule was further enforced with the purchase of warships that now orbited Zeltros, armed with capable models of starfighters and bombers. For now, Azarien was content with Zeltros, content with all that was his. But... perhaps his appetite may grow one day. And that day came when a single ship came into orbit.
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Post by Tenam Zahkott on Jan 13, 2020 14:56:46 GMT -8
City of Qarth - Northern Province of Zeltros. Slave Gladiator Arena. The muscular form of Tenam, a Stenax that had been purchased several months ago, stood the center of the arena as the crowds cheered him on. Armed with a primitive spear and worn shield, the Stenax roared loudly, spreading his wings wide."Who dares face me next! I shall drown you in a geyser of your own blood!"The sound of several similarly armed slaves charged him. Spinning about and bringing his shield to bear, Tenam blocked a slash and shoved it off, driving his spear forward into the abdomen of his opponent. Hoisting up the screaming sentient, Tenam, using his raw strength, swung the spear with the being on the end, away, and spread his wings wide. Catching the slave attempting flank him, his wings clipped the being and sent him careening backwards. With a roar and a quick swipe with his meaty fist, he caught the slave square in the chin, sending him up into the air and landing flat on his back in the muck...
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Post by Tinúviel on Jan 13, 2020 20:30:06 GMT -8
City of Qarth - Northern Province of Zeltros. Slave Gladiator Arena. It had been a blur, the past few days. Tinúviel had been attempting to slip aboard a freighter bound for parts unknown to her, when the captain caught her. Unlike some of the other ship crews who had found her stowed away, this man had a black heart and sold her to a local slaver. When her talent for fighting was discovered, she was once more sold to the Gladiatorial Arena of Qarth. Now she found herself, once more armed with her favored weapons, a pair of folding short swords, in the midst of a free for all. The large Stenax at the center of the ring was drawing plenty of attention, and seemed to be getting ganged up on. This didn't seem fair, so the young woman had been doing her best to thin out his possible challengers, hoping he wouldn't be overwhelmed. The most recent fighter was readying to lob his spear at the winged being, but a sudden drop kick to the back sent his spear wide. Picking herself up out of the mud, and drawing her swords, the 15 year old faced down this humanoid. Seeing that it was 'just a girl' who had dropped him, the fighter rushed forward. He didn't expect what Tinúviel did next. Using the Force, the young woman somersaulted clean over him. As she passed just over him, she swung her blades downward and cut either side of the mans throat. He collapsed to his knees, trying to stop his bleeding, but to no avail. Aye, ye should've picked on someone yer own size.
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Post by Jack Morgan on Jan 30, 2020 18:40:22 GMT -8
City of Qarth, Northern Province of Zeltros.
The Renegade landed at one of the spaceports within the city of Qarth. Jack had a feeling that he would find some crew members in this city, Jack got up out of his chair and turned to Xodon and told him to stay put and make sure that the ship was ready to take off at a moments notice.
"Hey, listen up. I'll go and talk to the Slave master and see about getting some crew member. You and Crowdarr stay put and make sure that no unwelcome guests arrive, also keep the engines warm. We don't want to overstay are welcome."
Alright, Captain. I understand, I'm not a big fan of this place either.
With that Jack walked from the cockpit to the cargo bay and exited the landing ramp and began to his journey toward the City's Slave Master. Jack walked with his hands ready to draw his blasters, for one could not be to careful in a place like this. Jack knew that leaving Crowdarr on the ship was a good idea as the Wookiee hated slavers with a passion and Jack also knew that Crowdarr would most likely start something that would be counterproductive to their current plan. Along his way Jack stopped and looked at some of the slavers that were in cages and felt sick to the bottom of his stomach, but continued on his way until he was at the Slave Master viewing section of the famed Gladiator Arena. Before going to meet the Slave Master, Jack noticed the fight that was ongoing and made special note of two combatants.
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Post by Tinúviel on Jan 30, 2020 20:04:17 GMT -8
City of Qarth - Northern Province of Zeltros. Slave Gladiator Arena. Breathing heavy now, the young alien found herself forced to stand nearly back to back with her impromptu Stenax partner. The match had gone on longer than normal, either it was a slow day in the rest of the markets, or whoever organized this wanted to see what this unlikely pair could do. Her ability to use the Force spent, Tinúviel was relying on her superior agility and grace to out maneuver the much stronger and bigger attackers. She called to the mass of muscle and wing behind her.How ya' holdin' up there, big fella? Gotta be almost done, aye?
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Post by Tenam Zahkott on Jan 30, 2020 21:44:12 GMT -8
Running the next opponent through with his spear, he growled in acknowledgement to his temporary partner, a well, he couldn't actually tell what she was. But she was fiery and had spirit. The true heart of a warrior. Panting, wings spread out behind him, the Stenax sneered as he thrust the spear outwards, warding off the curious.
"Again, you fail. Your best cannot stand against me! It is over, slave master. We will emerge victorious this day. Come, little one, the last wave will come crashing down us momentarily..."
Having abandoned the shield several opponents ago, he tensed up as the incoming slaves, armed with various blunt or sharp instruments, prepared to assail them once more.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2020 12:54:57 GMT -8
Qarth, Northern Province, Zeltros.
Axel Dreyar, the Slave Master that owns Qarth was sitting on his throne in his own private viewing stand. Axel was watching two slaves fight waves of other slaves as a way to up the price of them. One of the Slaves was a Stenax, male named Tenam Zahkott and the other was a young female alien that went by the name of Tinúviel. The Stenax would fetch a high price for sure and young female would most likely also fetch a high price as someone's 'personal' slave. Axel didn't care what people did with the slaves after they bought them. Carja then walked up and whispered into his ear.
Sir, you have a guest. A smuggler by the looks of him.
Axel turned around to see his guest and saw that it was none other than the Captain of the Renegade, Jack Morgan. Axel smiled, then stood up to greet the smuggler and to offer him a seat.
"Hello, Captain Morgan. It has been to long my friend. Please have a seat, that way we can watch the match and talk some business."
Axel extended out his hand at the seat next to his, then sat down back in his seat once the smuggler had taken his seat.
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Post by Jack Morgan on Jan 31, 2020 13:31:45 GMT -8
City of Qarth, Northern Province, Zeltros.
Jack walked to the seat that Axel had offered and proceeded to sit down. Jack's eyes kept watching the ongoing match as he began to talk to Axel about the reason he came to Zeltros. While talking to Axel, Jack continued to make notes of the fighters in the arena. He could tell that they were both skilled fighters and would make great additions to his crew.
"Thank you for your hospitality. The reason why I'm here is that I'm looking to expand my crew. Some muscle for an upcoming job."
Jack glace over to Axel and saw that the Zeltron Slaver was smirking and already counting the amount of credits he would make from him. Before letting the Zeltron slaver answer, Jack continued to speak.
"How much for the pair in the Arena?"
Not looking away from the match, Jack waited for Axel's reply and to his reaction to wanting the fighters in the arena.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2020 13:37:09 GMT -8
Axel listened to the smuggler explain why he was there and Axel could help but grin as he knew that the smuggler captain wanted to buy the freedom of some slaves to use as members of his crew. Before Axel could say anything, the space cowboy asked about the two slaves in the arena. Axel turned and faced the smuggler and with a grin on his face told him how much they were worth.
"For the Stenax, Ten thousand and for the young female alien another ten thousand."
Axel kept looking at the smuggler waiting and expecting him to haggle the price. If Axel played his cards right, he could make a small fortune on these two slaves.
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Post by Jack Morgan on Jan 31, 2020 13:50:12 GMT -8
Jack listened to the price that the Zeltron had set for the two fighters in the arena, he simply turned to face the Slave Master and thought on how he could haggle the price down from twenty thousand. It wouldn't be an easy feat, but Jack knew that he could lower it enough and make up for the cost at the end of this job that he took from the Sith. Jack spoke calmly and clearly to Axel.
"How about ten thousand for the pair?"
Jack had a feeling that Axel wouldn't like his counter offer, but Jack had to make it, but before letting Axel reply he continued speaking.
"You would lucky to get ten thousand for them. I've seen them fight, the Stenax would be handful for any good slaver, too much pent up energy. He would kill any other buyer and then your reputation is tarnished. The girl would be a bigger handful, she's quick and I get the sense that she would kill any owner and then escape to god knows where, and again your reputation wold be tarnished. The results of that would be less people coming to Qarth to buy their slaves."
With that, Jack felt that he said enough to convince Axel to sell them at ten thousand. A man like Axel was all about his reputation and loyalty to his client base, and Jack knew this and that Axel was man who would take a less if the end resulted in a bigger payout later.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2020 13:58:05 GMT -8
When first hearing the price that the smuggler want to pay for the pair, Axel was visibly outraged at it. More importantly Axel felt insulted that a 'friend' would offer such a lower counteroffer to his initial price. The the smuggler began to lay out an all too familiar scenario that had been the ruin of many Slave Masters. Axel hated to admit that Jack was right, but Axel knew that if he sold them to Jack, he would take a hit on the two but his reputation would remain intact and perhaps other buyers would view his generosity as appealing and therefore buy some of his slaves. Axel stood up and extended out hand to the smuggler as a sign of them coming to a deal.
"You are right, my friend. You have yourself a deal. You can transfer my credits to my account."
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Post by Jack Morgan on Jan 31, 2020 14:06:18 GMT -8
Jack also stood up and meet Axel's hand with his own, they both shook on the amount. Jack took out a datapad and sent a credit transfer of ten thousand to Axel's account. He then turned and started to leave the private viewing platform, but stopped and spoke to the Slave Master one last time.
"I'll wait for them at their cells."
As Jack continued to walk away, the Gank handed him a key to the fighters cell. So that once there Jack could open their cells and escort them to his ship and leave Zeltros. Jack walked towards their holding cells and glaces at monitors that are still displaying the fight that his two new crew members were apart of. Jack was excited to meet them and even more anxious to leave Qarth.
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Post by Tinúviel on Feb 3, 2020 13:59:03 GMT -8
By the time the match was called, the young Tinúviel could barely stand or hold her weapons. An impressive ring of bodies had been made around her and the Stenax. Most of those kills were the larger male's doing, but Tinúviel still had an impressive kill count for her age and innocuous appearance. Though kill count aside, the girl had to be helped back to her cell by a pair of the handlers. Though unlike after previous matches, the one who took her blades didn't break off, instead he joined them as they returned to her holding cell. She was gently (again a new and strange occurrence) placed in her cell, and locked in. The man with her weapons stood outside her cell, out of reach, but waiting for something... Or someone.
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Post by Tenam Zahkott on Feb 20, 2020 17:18:01 GMT -8
The battle had been arduous and taxing, even on the Stenax. Though the diminutive female that had joined him certainly had left her mark on the arena as well. Feisty and agile. A dangerous combination. At the end of the bout, the Stenax, panting, lowered his shield and blade, waiting for the handlers to take him to his cell. Expecting the usual rough handling, this time he was relieved of his weapons and escorted back to his cell without so much as a struggle. Were he not so worn out from the battle before, he'd have made his escape attempt then and there. But with the unusual handling of both himself and the young female, he was curious to see what would happen next. Upon arriving as his cell, he was guided inside and locked in as usual, though this time the shackles remained around his wrists and ankles. And the leather bindings that restrained his wings stayed in place. Unusual, he thought. Perhaps something was amiss here...? Or the slave master desired an audience? Or perhaps someone had taken an interest in his prowess and wished to purchase him? Either way, he was grateful for the reprieve in abuse and improper handling. It was a nice change of pace.
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Post by Jack Morgan on Feb 20, 2020 19:01:20 GMT -8
Jack walked into the holding cells and signaled for the guards to leave for a moment. He then used his index and middle figure to push his wide brimmed hat up to reveal the rest of his face. Jack walked back and forth in front of the cells gathering his thoughts, he was going to pitch them joining his crew after all and he wanted the pitch to be good.
"Hello, I'm Captain Jack Morgan of The Renegade and I have just bought your freedom. Me and my crew just took on a job that could end up being more difficult then usual and I would like for you two to join my crew. Being part of my crew means you get an equal share of every payment we get from doing a job, it also means that you get a vote on the types of jobs we take on and if you ever want to leave you are free to do so. If you two don't want to be part of the crew, that's fine just tell me where to drop you off and I will. If you do decide then the only thing i ask is that you are loyal to the crew. So, are you in or out?"
Jack stopped walking and stood in front of both cells and looked at both of them and waited for their answer. Jack had a feeling that everything would work out and that this trip to Zeltros would be worth it.
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Post by Tenam Zahkott on Mar 2, 2020 21:46:05 GMT -8
Standing near the back of his cell, Tenam listened carefully. Freedom. With the option of joining a crew. Tempting. But it seemed too good to be true.
"Captain...Morgan, was it? Why would you purchase our freedom? What sort of jobs do you accept?"
The Stenax wasn't entirely sure he was processing what this human was offering them. And more specifically, why them? There had to be plenty of other slaves here that were more capable than they were. He was just a tired, angry Stenax, and his diminutive partner within the arena was swift, but didn't seem to amount to much. He didn't see what the two of them could offer this man.
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Post by Jack Morgan on Mar 4, 2020 17:03:16 GMT -8
Jack listened to the Stenax's questions and thought for a moment before answering them.
"The reason behind purchasing your freedom was simple, I saw the fire in your eyes. The will to keep fighting when all seems lost, and the drive to never back down from a fight. For the types of jobs me and my crew accept, its a variety of things that range from legal to illegal. As long as the pay is good, their ain't no job we don't take on."
Jack looked at both them and waited for a reply from either one of them and while doing so, Jack took out a sweet Williams cigar and lit it. He proceeded to smoke the cigar as he waited.
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Post by Tenam Zahkott on Mar 21, 2020 20:37:14 GMT -8
Contemplating the words of the human for a moment and not having any sort of moral concerns about doing illegal jobs, he fixed his gaze upon the human and spoke.
"I sense the sincerity in your words...I will join you and your crew. And you will have my loyalty."
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Post by Tinúviel on Apr 6, 2020 22:08:08 GMT -8
Still out of breath, the young alien looked to her larger counter part first. When he accepted the offer, she gave a small smile and nodded.
Well, if the big man says, you're all right, then I guess I'll be in too.
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Post by Jack Morgan on May 9, 2020 9:46:17 GMT -8
Jack smiled and unlocked the cages that his new crew members were being held in and motioned for them to follow him. Jack would lead them back to his ship where he would introduce them to the other crew members and explain the details about the job he had accepted. They could finally start their search for the world that the Sith Lord wanted him to find.
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