((OOC: Everybody on the Flower of Carnage has been transported from In the fiery wastes, to Even Smugglers get the blues, to this thread, all in the same forum...))((OOC All the posts from the now closed topic will be moved to this one post, we can work from there))(( OOC this is the official entry from in the fiery wastes in the CSWU forum, but not into the Sullust system, the Flower is still in hyperspace.))
Ilse Vogel-- Ilse was sleeping in her quarters, Jebbua was probably resting as well, as was Alexis, Captain Obvious was somewhere on board, maybe in the mess hall, the Major was getting healed, and Echuu was transferred from an operating table formcot to a regular formcot in the portside medical ward.
HK-88/b was being worked on by some droid specialist somewhere on the 20th level, and the Flower of Carnage was nearly to Sullust...
Hk-88/b-- Hk-88 powered up his photoreceptors and the image he saw slowly brightened up, he turned his head and ran his body through several diagnostics, to make sure he wasn't dismantled instead. With all prime components functional and optimized, he ran his vocabulator through the full range of his ability. The droid focused his photoreceptors on his weaponry in a locker ahead of him, he removed the weapons, and holstered his blaster on his back, and had his pike retracted, and he put that at his side by some magnetic clamps.
He walked through the familiar ship and ran some algorythms, making sure the parabolic sensors are functioning properly. He took the turbolift to the bridge and stationed himself near the main turbolift door, pike at his shoulder, ever vigilant.
The droid stood and ran his guard programs. the Occasional mse droid wheeled by, picking up any stray particles...
Jebbua Dahutt-- I opened my eyes after a nice sleep and arose from the bed. after a quick shower I clothed and left heading to my sister's room.
She was still sleeping so I let her sleep. I headed down the hallway and back to the medbay, where the major was still with Echuu.
"I feel like new. I think all I need was some sleep. I'm still greiving over my friends death but I'm better. I'm getting there. Soon I'll be back to my regular self and then perhaps that duel you asked for."
I smiled at the Major.
"Anyway, that other Jedi woman. Who is she? Was she that slicer person you were talking about on Tatooine?"
Echuu Shinzon-- The Force swelled within him. Emulating a deep lightside orientation outward. Alas, it was almost like a beacon, engrossing the caste of the Jedi within the force like a protective blanket. Slowly, his conciousness slipped, and he projected his thoughts about the Galaxy.
To many, it was referred to as out of body experiences. For a Jedi, it was Astral Projection. He say in different planes of existance. Some were shrouded by the Darkside, others all evident within the Light. From there, he watched events, though in truth sought out his own answers.
Through the whole ordeal, the Jedi's body was still, his breathing minimal. The trance like state of his meditative posture had reached it's all time high.
Major Konig-- The Major responded to Jebbua's query,
"Yes, Ilse is my, um, partner. She is the expert slicer, the best human one this side of the core worlds. She keeps all of the electronic and computer systems running on this ship,"
The Major noticed the aura around Echuu brighten, more full, but he continued to speak,
"Well, we met on Correllia, I was out hunting for ship parts, Correllia's the best place for ship parts. Well, anyway, we ended up meeting in one of the navicomputer dealers. We spoke, we each discovered the other was a Jedi. We went to check out plating for my ship, and I got locked in by some means. She got to save me from a set of lockdowns which involved a berserk droid, some tough blast doors, and a complicated computer. She sliced the system with her own custom interface and opened the blast doors to set me free. I thanked her by being my travel companion, that's about it."
The Major stood up and stretched his arm, with the operation done, he could now move it. A few days of rest should finalize the healing process. The Major looked at his chrono and turned to Jebbua,
"Well, we should be dropping out of hyperspace in about 30 standard minutes, I need to grab something to eat, care to join me?"
Ilse Vogel -- Ilse woke up with around an hour to spare from before they drop from hyperspace. She took a sonic shower, got dressed, and took the lift to the Bridge. She noticed the Hk droid was at his assigned spot and nodded in approval.
She wanted to examine some of the other door commands she saw when she was busy fiddling with the blast door the other day. She saw several Hangar bay doors which hadn't been there before...
Maybe the Hk unit triggered something in the system...
She selected the first one and quickly selected the camera after she selected the command to open the door. The Hangar looked pretty bleak except for the Jedi Shield, and and couple of maintenence droids cleaning the silvered surface. Then An entire wall started to move, it sunk into the wall then it lifted, revealing several cargo containers. She selected the second door, the same thing happened, but just next to it.
That compartment was empty short of a pair of binary load lifters.
She selected the third door, and that heavy door sunk and lifted. The contents of that one was worth taking a look at.
Another frieghter? curious...
Jebbua Dahutt-- "Sure. Why not? I am a little hungry. I think I'll grab some food for Alexis too."
Me and The Major proceeded to the cafeteria of the ship and grabbed some food to eat. After I had gotten what I wanted I turned towards the exit.
"Well. I'll give Alexis her food and meet you on the bridge." I exited and headed towards Alexis' room.
Echuu Shinzon-- His mind was laid bare, and he saw for the first time events, which preceded his knowledge. Curious, he noted, observing various things that were still yet shrouded to the conscious mind... Slowly, he was pulled back to his body... memory faded, the light was consumed, and Darkness followed...
Echuu gasped slightly, eyelids shakily opening. He peered blearily to one side, then to the other, before rising in the bed, and sitting upright.
"Where am I?" He asked groggily, not paying attention to whoever was present in the room. Mostly, it seemed rather derelict of life. Pushing the sheets away, he eased to the edge of the bed, and slowly rose to his feet.
They stung - no doubt from the lack of use - and it took him a moment to get adjusted to the new feeling in his legs. He could recall an explosion, and pain in his ribs. Grimacing, the Jedi felt along his rib cage, noticing that he had been tended to. Yet another thing for him to owe gratitude to...
After a short while of collecting himself and making sure his composure was in check enough for him to walk, the Jedi made his own procession to the bridge.
Major Konig-- The Major and Jebbua both got some Hawkbat eggs, but the Major got some beans and glass of blue milk. Jebbua got the eggs, and a piece of toast for each platter. Jebbua took the turbolift to the living quarters, and the Major went straight to the bridge.
Ilse was at the bridge like most of the time.
She was paying attention to a terminal...
The Major walked up behind her and took a peek.
new doors in the... Hangar?
He finished chewing and set his plate on a table. He spoke,
"Were those doors there before?"
Ilse responded,
"Not since I found that HK droid on level 32, he's by the turbolift now."
The Major was about to say 'what droid' when the droid deactivated his cloaking shield, appearing to materialize from thin air,
"Wher'ed you find that 'bot, that's a very old, if not durable model..."
That's when the turbolift hissed open and Echuu slowly shuffled in, trying to get the hang of his legs again, a hospital bed for several days does that to a man... THe Major turned to the newcomer and said,
"Well, it's good to see you're up, I hope you feel a little better."
Echuu Shinzon-- "That - Mr.Konig - is an understatement. I am feeling fine, and well rested. There is a certain amount of gratitude that I wish to extend to you and your associates for taking care of me... What is happening?" Echuu peered through the forward viewport, then directed his gaze to the remaining members on the bridge section.
Major Konig-- The Major glanced out the view port and turned back around and answered Echuu's query,
"Well, in your incapacitated state, we went into hyperspace, to Sullust, it was Jebbua's request, him being the first to suggest a destination. He's bringing Alexis her breakfast now, she's Jebbua's sister. And much to my surprise Ilse just discovered several 'hidden' doors in the main Hangar bay. Once most of everybody gets up here, we'll all check on the discovery."
The Major looked at his chrono, and announced,
"We should be entering the Sullust system, in... well, now, really."
Ilse pulled the Hyperdrive Lever back into the off position, and the Starlines shortened to the regular specks of white light in the black, frigid vacuum... The Major asked Echuu,
"I trust that the medical droids did optimal work on your lung, ribs, muscle, and skin?"
Shahrazad-- I was flying along in the Sullust system when a low rumble caught my attention. I turned around to see what it was when I saw a ship that appeared very big passed me.
I thought I saw someone look at me, but I was very tired and wasn't sure. Hoping that they were friendly, I tryed to ignore them, but my attention kept getting drawn back.
My curiosity grew, and I really started to wonder who was on that ship, and what where they doing. I hoped that if they noticed me, they were friendly, and then I might be able to relax and try to find a decent job.
Major Konig-- The Major turned around again as the proximity ship detector beeped, and focused a hud on the viewport, pinpointing it visually. The Major keyed the tranciever and tried to contact the ship,
"This is Major Konig on the Flower of Carnage, Unidentified ship, please state your identity, ship name, and Business. -Over..."
Shahrazad-- I turned around, startled at the ship's radio. I had to reply.
"This is Shahrazad on the Gemstar 5 all I'm trying to do is look for a job, I mean no-one any harm. Over."
I had to hope that they were friendly and would let me go. All I had to do was wait...
Major Konig-- The Major expected this to be some sort of spacer with no real business, but was wrong, so he replied,
"Well, Shahrazad, you have permission to dock if you want to look for work on my ship, if not, oh well, I'm headed to Sullust myself, Over..."
Shahrazad-- I breathed a long sigh pf relief. Then, the pure terror came over me. What should I say? I really needed a job, but if I refused, they might get mad at me. I pondered this decision carefully, knowing that my future would reflect on this.
I decided that they were kind enough to invite me aboard, and that I would like to know if they knew anyone looking for a partner.
"Flower of Carnage, this is Gemstar 5. I would like to accompany you on your mission involving the Sullest system and if you are in need of any assistense I would gladly oblige in doing so. Also, thank you for your generosity."
I stopped to reconsider than sat back in my chair, pondering and waiting for what was to be...
Jebbua Dahutt-- I walked onto the bridge while the Major was talking to someone.
"This is Shahrazad on the Gemstar 5 all I'm trying to do is look for a job, I mean no-one any harm. Over." a voice over the comm said.
I stepped into the shadows and concealed myself as I listened.
"Well, Shahrazad, you have permission to dock if you want to look for work on my ship, if not, oh well, I'm headed to Sullust myself, Over..." the Major said.
That guy is too trust worthy. One day it's going to haunt him. I thought.
"Flower of Carnage, this is Gemstar 5. I would like to accompany you on your mission involving the Sullust system and if you are in need of any assistense I would gladly oblige in doing so. Also, thank you for your generosity." came the reply on the comm.
At this moment I walked out of the shadows.
"You're just going to invite her on board? For all you know she could be another Dark Jedi, with some "friends" on board." I said as Capt. Obvious walked onto the bridge.
"I have a better idea. Have her meet us on ground. You meet her and I'll be your backup keeping a watch hidden out of sight. Deal?"
Major Konig-- The Major smiled at this, keyed the comm, and spoke,
"Well, then, I'll open the Hangar Doors, dock inside manually if you wish, but try not to crash into anything. And no problem, 'tis my pleasure. Over"
At this the Major entered the hangar codes and watched the holodisplay show the huge durasteel plates separate...
He looked at Jebbua,
"I sensed no ill-will, she appears harmless, it should be fine. And if anything bad happens it shouldn't be anything our abilities or hangar turrets can't handle"
Jebbua Dahutt-- I scoffed at his reply.
"One day your trusting will be your worst enemy. I hope I'm not there to witness it."
I turned and exited the bridge heading to the hanger and making sure my lightsaber was on my belt.
Capt. Obvious shrugged and followed me.
Major Konig-- The Major shrugged off this statement and muttered,
"Your paranoia will be your undoing..."
He waited for Shahrazad to accept or decline his invitation...
Shahrazad-- I was so relieved when I heard the man's voice over the comm.
" I will board your your ship and promise that I will not harm anyone. I won't crash either, I am a very experienced pilot. Once again, thank you for your generosity."
I carefully menuevered my ship through the open hanger doors, and already saw that someone was waiting for me. I thought that he was the one in the shadowed window, but I wasn't sure. I stepped forward cautiously, stating that a man had very kindly invited me onto the ship, hoping that he already knew about it. I stopped waiting for a reply...
Jebbua Dahutt-- I looked at the woman who looked no older than her late teens. I opened myself to the force to detect any sign of danger from the woman. I felt none.
"You are Shahrazad."
It was a statement not a question.
"Follow me to the bridge." I said to her.
I turned and left the hanger only to stop at the exit to see if Shahrazad was follwing me to the bridge
Shahrazad-- I followed the man down the halls until we reached what appeared to be the bridge. Two men were there, staring at me with blank looks on their faces. At once I became uneasy, though I knew that they trusted me enough to let me aboard. I sensed that in the hanger the lady, Jebbua was her name I think, had tried to see if I was any threat to her and her crewmates. Obviously she had sensed the force within me, though what she really thought of me only she knew. I tentatively stepped forward...
Major Konig-- The Major spun about towards the opening turbolift and greeted,
"Welcome to the Flower of Carnage, Shahrazad, I am Jedi Knight Major Konig, This,"
The Major gestured to Ilse,
"is Jedi Knight Ilse Vogel, this,"
The Major pointed to Echuu,
"is Jedi Knight Echuu Shinzon, the Droid is HK-88/b, and you have met Jedi Jebbua and Captain Obvious, but where are my manners, let us sit!"
The Major and company proceeded to sit at the long table in the middle of the command deck.
Echuu Shinzon-- Echuu spared one glance to the girl, then resumed his own thinking. He pulled a Holocron from the depths of his robes, and was instantly immensed in tinkering with it. As of yet, he didn't activate it, choosing to do so in privacy...
In the meantime, he also consulted a Datapad, revising all the data that was encrypted onto it. Though it appeared that he was hoplessly engrossed in his work, the Jedi was attentive to all that was happening about him. Offering on emore look towards Mr.Konig. He agreed with Jebbua on one point, being too trusted often responded in danger. Hence, Echuu planned for the worst. That way, all surprises were pleasant.
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[ 03-21-2005 08:34 PM: Message edited 1 time, lastly by Major-Konig ]
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