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No. 10

#10

The shuttles have left the strange moon with it's resonating worm creatures. All but the dead and missing have also left. The shuttles form up and head for the Arcaine.

The Arcaine continues to watch the small group of ships heading towards the fleet. There is still not contact with the fleet and no reason why.

>-< BEGIN >-<

ACTION:: The shuttles slow as they form up with the Arcaine. The shuttle with the Jedi aboard lands inside the hangar bay of the Arcaine. Communication between the shuttles and the Arcaine is feverish.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::sits quietly, still disturbed at the idea of vaporized people::
<Auron_Xochital> :: stands up::
<Akima_Karrina> ::unstraps and gets out of her chair::
<Alizar_Voros> ::Alizar stands up and exits the shuttle, his robes billowing behind him as he walks quickly toward the nearest lift::
<Akima_Karrina> ::follows Alizar::
<Auron_Xochital> :: ditto::
<Alizar_Voros> ::waits for Akima and Auron to board the lift, then has it take them up to the Arcaine's bridge::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> [Major Hortia]: Have your shuttles head for the fleet. Warn them of the possible incoming threat.
<Major Hortia> [Lt. Cmdr. Gerrig]: What will you do?
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> [Major Hortia]: We will move to a position between the possible threat and the fleet.
<Major Hortia> [Lt. Cmdr. Gerrig]: Very well. Good luck. ::orders someone to relay the orders to return to the fleet::

ACTION:: The shuttles move off and head for the fleet's location. The Arcaine banks slowly to head towards the unknown ships::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> :: paces in front of her chair as frustration grows::

<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to Alizar:: Well that seemed like a mostly wasted trip.
<Alizar_Voros> Auron: Not entirely. It was nice to breathe a little fresh air and walk on solid ground again.
<Auron_Xochital> :: shrugs a little:: I suppose so.
<Akima_Karrina> Auron: And we sure as Sith learned about something new that lives there..
<Alizar_Voros> Akima: Exactly. And isn't that why the Council sent us on this mission?
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: True. I'll be more interested in sentient species we encounter, especially ones with knowledge of the Force.
<Alizar_Voros> Auron: All life is equally precious, Auron. We're no more special than those worms, or a flower, just because we can think.
<Akima_Karrina> Auron: Yeah.. we can't do what they can do.. ::shudders::
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: Of course, but just because all life is special, doesn't mean that all life catches my particular interest. :: grins::
<Alizar_Voros> ::grins as well:: Auron: I really doubt the Force cares about what does and doesn't interest you. ::the lift stops, and Alizar immediately heads toward Gerrig:: Gerrig: What in the Nine Corellian Hells is going on, Commander?
<Auron_Xochital> :: shakes his head at Alizar's back, as he obviously misunderstood, but doesn't correct him::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::glances to Alizar:: Alizar: How was your expedition? ::looks over to the communications officer, hoping for new results::
<Alizar_Voros> Gerrig: We were almost killed by a bunch of worms. How was your day?
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::sees the communications officer shake his head, then tells him to contact the shuttles to ask them if they have any luck:: Alizar: Worms? I thought you Jedi were indestructable, or so they say. ::keeps her eyes on the communications officer:: As for my day, it was going well, until we had to check out that worthless rock.
<Alizar_Voros> Gerrig: If we were indestructible, the Empire would never have come to power. ::looks to the comms station and nods:: Yes, it seems that planet hasn't been of much benefit to us so far. Who are you trying to contact?

ACTION:: Communications with the shuttles also suffers the same fate as that with the fleet. As the Arcaine gets closer to it's desired position, scanners devulge more about the unknown ships. There are ten smaller ships surrounding three extremely large ships. Weaponry and the like are still not available from scans::

<Auron_Xochital> :: looks around the room, touching each of the officers' minds idly to sense their moods::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> Alizar: The fleet. For some reason, communications are being jammed. Now we can't even talk with those shuttles.
<Alizar_Voros> ::frowns:: Gerrig: That's a bit strange. What's causing the interference?
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::gives him a frown:: Alizar: If I knew that, our problems would be solved.
<Alizar_Voros> Gerrig: So what's keeping you from finding out? Doesn't this boat have sensors?
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> Alizar: Listen, are you here to tell me how to do my job? If so, you can leave now. I know what I am doing. ::looks over at navigation to see where they are, wishing they could contact the fleet::
<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs:: Just a guess, but I imagine the jamming has something to do with those other ships.
<Alizar_Voros> ::Alizar shrugs, folding his hands beneath his sleeves:: Gerrig: Just trying to help, Commander. ::follows Gerrig's gaze to the nav consoles and raises an eyebrow:: Who is that?
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> Alizar: If you can answer that, we may be able to figure everything else out. ::sighs:: We're going to head them off before they get to the fleet. Judging by the size and number of the ships, we could end up in an awful fight. ::looks them over:: All of you can pilot fighters exceptionally well?
<Auron_Xochital> :: tilts his head slightly:: We have heightened reflexes and response times.
<Alizar_Voros> ::shrugs:: I flew an X-wing in a few engagements against the Vong. I can handle myself.
<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs:: Well enough..
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> All: Alright. I do have some seasoned pilots aboard, but if we get into something, I'll need each of you to lead several fighters into battle. Do you have anything against that?
<Alizar_Voros> ::shakes his head::
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: That will be fine.
<Akima_Karrina> ::shakes her head:: Guess not.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::nods:: All: The fighters are A-Wings, so they aren't anything fancy. I'm sure you shouldn't have trouble with them. In the meantime, you can have a seat here, if you like. ::sighs again and looks over to the communications officer again::
<Akima_Karrina> ::sits down in an empty chair::
<Auron_Xochital> :: remains standing::
<Nav Ofcr> Gerrig: Commander, we are in position. ::looks for further commands::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> Nav Ofcr: Turn us towards those ships. ::turns back to the communications officer:: Comm Ofcr: Try to contact those ships. Hopefully they are friendly.

ACTION:: The Arcaine turns to face the coming ships. A half scrambled message begins to come through on the COMM::

<Comm Ofcr> Gerrig: Commander, we are getting something from the Pandora. Can't quite make it out though.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> Comm Ofcr: Keep trying. Send something back to them. ::getting excited as she watches the ships come closer::

ACTION:: The larger ships stop and the other ships continue on a bit further before taking up defensive positions and stopping::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::turns to the Jedi:: All: You may want to get your fighters prepped and get your pilots ready.
<Akima_Karrina> ::mutters:: Wonder if the worms have big friends who can fly ships..
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods to Gerrig and turns to Akima and Alizar::
<Alizar_Voros> ::Alizar nods and leads the way back to the lift::
<Akima_Karrina> ::walks a bit behind him::
<Auron_Xochital> :: walks next to Alizar::

ACTION:: Communication between the fleet and Arcaine is restored after a few minutes. However, communications becomes overwhelmed when something from the unknown ships comes back at the same time. The communications officer moves from contact to contact in a flurry, as other officers work to help out::

<Alizar_Voros> ::once the lift stops at the hangar, Alizar nods to his fellow Jedi and heads off to his group of pilots::
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to Akima:: May the Force be with you. :: nods and heads to his group::
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods:: And you. ::heads for her pilots and her fighter::
<Lt. Jariot> ::walks up to Alizar:: Alizar: You three are the Jedi who are taking Gold, Blue and Red squads?
<Alizar_Voros> Jariot: That's correct. I'll be assuming command of Red Squad, Jedi Karrina will take Blue Squad, and Jedi Xochital will lead Gold Squad. ::glances at his rank:: Nice to meet you, Lieutenant.
<Lt. Jariot> ::nods:: Alizar: Lt. Jariot and I'll be taking Green Squad. These guys are young, so be gentle with them. They're good, but most haven't been in a real fight. Simulations and war games are all they've had.
<Akima_Karrina> ::laughs uneasily:: Great.. we've got something in common..
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods and steps over to Gold Squad, introducing himself::
<Akima_Karrina> ::takes a deep breath and heads over to introduce herself to Blue Squad::
<Alizar_Voros> ::nods and grins:: Jariot: I'll try to go easy on them. ::goes to introduce himself to his squad::
<Lt. Jariot> ::heads over to Green Squad and calls everyone in to brief them::

[col=#22aa00]ACTION:: All of the pilots are very accepting of the Jedi as leaders, since they were told that the Jedi are extremely good pilots, whether it is true or not.::

<Auron_Xochital> :: checks over his fighter::
<Akima_Karrina> ::gives her squad some rousingly inspirational words before checking her own fighter::
<Alizar_Voros> ::once he's finished introducing himself and briefing his squad, Alizar goes about checking his fighter with his support crew, making sure it's ready to fly::
<Lt. Jariot> ::finishes with his men and glances over to the Jedi before checking his fighter::

ACTION:: All fighters look to be nearly as good as new, showing how well they have been maintained over the years::

<Akima_Karrina> ::climbs up into her fighter and runs the pre-flight checks::
<Lt. Jariot> ::finishes checking his fighter since he has done so several times in the past several days, then heads over towards Akima::
<Auron_Xochital> :: smiles and climbs into his fighter, getting a feel for the control layout::
<Alizar_Voros> ::Alizar sits in the c0ckpit of his A-wing, getting accustomed to it--the only fighter he's ever flown has been an X-wing, so there are some differences::
<Lt. Jariot> Akima: Jedi Karrina. Is everything up to your standards?
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods:: Lt: It's fine, thank you
<Lt. Jariot> Akima: Very good. Our crews keep them up fairly well. ::clears his throat:: I was wondering if you'd like to grab a drink when we get back.
<Akima_Karrina> :: blushes a pretty pink and smiles:: You don't even know my name.. ::laughs:: Other than Jedi Karrina.
<Lt. Jariot> ::shrugs:: Akima: I'm sure we can get to introductions when the time comes. If you don't want to, that's alright. ::starts to look a little sad::
<Akima_Karrina> ::smiles and nervously tucks her hair behind her ears:: My name is Akima, and I would like to have a drink with you.
<Lt. Jariot> ::grins wide:: Akima: And mine's Miko. I'll see you on the deck. ::still grinning as he turns to walk back to his fighter::
<Akima_Karrina> ::smiles even bigger and tries to refocus her mind on her pre-flight checks::

ACTION:: The communications are finally sorted out and reported back to Gerrig::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::takes her seat finally and sifts through the communications before she acts upon them::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::has the communications officer open the COMM for her:: [Pandora]: This is Lt. Cmdr. Gerrig of the Arcaine. Are we to maintain position or return to the fleet?
<Pandora's Comm Ofcr> [Arcaine]: You are to maintain position. The fleet will meet there.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::sighs and looks over the other important communication:: Self: I suppose I should respond to these Zyu-whatevers. ::tries to think of what to say::

ACTION:: The fleet finally begins to move to meet up with the Arcaine::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::remembers something and grins to herself:: *Hangar Bay*: Attention all squads. Attention all squads. Stand down. I repeat, stand down.
<Alizar_Voros> :: blinks:: *Gerrig* No offense, Commander, but...why? What's going on?
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> *Alizar*: We are more informed at this point. It is believed that there is no threat.
<Auron_Xochital> :: shrugs and climbs out of his fighter::
<Alizar_Voros> *Gerrig* Copy that. ::relays the command to Red Squad and climbs out of his A-wing::
<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs and climbs out of her c0ckpit, looking around for Miko::
<Lt. Jariot> ::has a few of his pilots tease him a bit, before he leaves them and heads for Akima::
<Akima_Karrina> ::smiles as she sees him approaching, blushing a bit again::
<Lt. Jariot> ::stops and grins:: Akima: So, I guess we got it easy again. You still up for that drink?
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods:: Miko: Of course. ~~~checks to see if she can sense him~~~
<Lt. Jariot> ::still grinning, waves to the guys before leading her out of the hangar bay::
<Akima_Karrina> ::smiles at what she senses and walks with him, hoping they don't get called back any time soon::
<Alizar_Voros> ::Alizar watches Akima and Jariot go, his eyebrows rising in surprise::

>-< END >-<

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No. 11

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The Arcaine is with the fleet once again. The Zyu ships have stopped and have sent a shuttle to the Pandora to discuss things with Admiral Strifer. A shuttle was sent for Alizar, Akima and Auron. Gerrig was also asked to join them.

>-< BEGIN >-<

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::waits at the shuttle, hoping that the fleet will be safe and these Zyu are a lot like the Reliance reports had stated::
<Auron_Xochital> :: straightens his robes, looking rather excited::
<Akima_Karrina> ::walks into the shuttle bay, fresh from her date, and not looking all that excited at being called back to work::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::nods to Akima:: Akima: Where is your leader? Is he coming or not? We can't keep them waiting.
<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs:: Gerrig: I don't know. I was on a date, and it wasn't with him. ::laughs::
<Alizar_Voros> ::Alizar arrives a few moments later:: All: I apologize, I ended up having a bit more lunch than I'd originally anticipated. Your culinary staff is quite exceptional, Commander.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::raises her eyebrows:: Akima: A date? I didn't know Jedi did that. ::looks around:: If he doesn't show up, we'll have to leave without him. ::hears Alizar:: Alizar: I'm glad you liked it. We need to go, though.
<Akima_Karrina> ::smiles:: Gerrig: We do, though I imagine it takes a brave man to ask. ::shrugs::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::just shrugs to her and enters the shuttle::
<Akima_Karrina> ::follows him in::
<Auron_Xochital> :: enters behind Gerrig::
<Alizar_Voros> ::walks up the ramp, contentedly patting his stomach::
<Akima_Karrina> ::shakes her head:: Alizar: Late because of lunch? Do you ever do anything but eat?
<Alizar_Voros> Akima: Yes, but there hasn't exactly been time for such things during this trip. ::sits down::
<Akima_Karrina> ::grins and raises an eyebrow:: Alizar: Oh? What do you do other than eat?
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::takes a seat next to the pilot:: Pilot: Let's make this quick. We've kept them waiting too long already.
<Pilot> Gerrig: Yes Ma'am. I've been asked about an ETA several times already.

ACTION:: The shuttle powers up and begins to move out of the hangar bay::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::looks back from her seat:: All: What do you know about these people?
<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs:: Gerrig: Nothing..
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::frowns and turns back:: Self: Figures.

ACTION:: The shuttle moves around the ships of the fleet and slows to enter the Pandora's hangar bay::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::watches the crews moving about in the hangar bay, not enjoying the fact that she is not on her ship::

ACTION:: The shuttle lands softly near an exit and powers down, as the hatch opens::

<Auron_Xochital> :: moves quickly to the hatch to exit the shuttle::
<Akima_Karrina> ::leaves the shuttle, not looking at Gerrig and just letting her be snitty::
<Alizar_Voros> ::Alizar gets up, but offers to let Gerrig disembark first::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::moves to the hatch:: Alizar: Do you plan to take this meeting seriously?
<Alizar_Voros> Gerrig: Of course. But I don't plan to do much talking, unless needed.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::nods:: Alizar: That may be a good thing. ::leaves to see Werre standing there and returns his salute::

ACTION:: Werre and two others arrive at the shuttle to escort the four to the conference room::

<Akima_Karrina> ::sees Werre and frowns, sensing him, and frowning deeper as she senses something this time::
<Lt.Werre> Akima: It is good to see you back. ::looks to the others:: All: This way please. ::turns and leads the way::
<Akima_Karrina> Werre: Right.. ::follows:: {Alizar}: He was a void before.. and not now..
<Auron_Xochital> :: follows at a brisk pace::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::looks over to Akima, and shrugs it off, before following Werre::
<Alizar_Voros> {Akima}: Yes, I noticed.
<Akima_Karrina> {Alizar}: How can that be?
<Alizar_Voros> {Akima}: I don't know.
<Akima_Karrina> ::frowns::

ACTION:: Werre leads them to a lift, which takes them to the upper decks. Once they leave the lift, they have a short walk to the room, which opens to reveal an oval table with quite a few chairs around it. Only five of the chairs are taken.::

<Akima_Karrina> Werre: How is my old friend Bob doing?
<Werre> ::stops at the door:: Akima: He is alive. Unfortunately he is in a coma.
<Auron_Xochital> :: steps in and bows::
<Akima_Karrina> ::stops short:: Werre: What!? How could that be? He was fine when I saw him last. Was there an accident?
<Werre> ::nods:: Akima: There was a wrong dosage of sedatives and he had a reaction to it that was uncommon.
<Akima_Karrina> ::frowns:: Werre: When the meeting is over may I see him? I may be able to help.
<Admiral Strifer> ::stands:: All: Please have a seat.
<Werre> ::just nods to her::
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods to Werre and has a seat in the room:: {Alizar}: I don't believe him. The man accused Werre, and then ended up in a coma.
<Alizar_Voros> {Akima}: I agree. Keep an eye on him. :: bows to Admiral Strifer and moves to a seat that will allow him a clear view of Werre::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::moves in and takes a seat not far from Strifer::
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods at Alizar::
<Auron_Xochital> :: takes a seat, looking around::

ACTION:: Three Zyu sit in chairs opposite the Admiral. They look very much like ordinary humans, but not exactly. ::

<Alizar_Voros> ::glances at Auron:: {Auron}: Keep an eye on Werre. We still can't be sure if he's on our side.
<Akima_Karrina> :: does her best to relax her frown and smile at the Zyu::
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods idly, but is devoting 99% of his attention to the Zyu in attendance::
<Admiral Strifer> ::still standing:: Zyu: Please let me introduce Lt. Cmdr Gerrig, Jedi Alizar Voros, Jedi Auron :: doesn't try to pronounce the last name:: and Jedi Akima Karrina.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::stands briefly to bow to them::
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods at each of the Zyu::
<Auron_Xochital> :: smiles:: It is an honor.
<Admiral Strifer> All: Our guests are the Zyu. Ventri Jero, Vice Ventri Nadro and Sub Ventra Feah. They have come to discuss an alliance and wish to join our forces.
<Auron_Xochital> :: smiles wider, his excitement almost forming a visible aura around him::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::isn't sure she likes the idea, as safety of the fleet is foremost on her mind::
<Admiral Strifer> ::takes his seat again:: Ventri Jero: Ventri Jero, if you wish to tell my people what you propose, please.
<Ventri Jero> ::nods to Sub Ventra Feah::
<SV Feah> ::returns the nod:: Admiral Strifer has summarized it very well. Of course there are finer details to discuss.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::listens closely::

ACTION:: Werre bows as he closes the doors and leaves::

<Akima_Karrina> {Alizar}: Now what? What if he's going to kill him before I can check on him?
<Alizar_Voros> {Akima}: The man's in a coma. If Werre wanted him dead, he would have already done it.
<Akima_Karrina> {Alizar}: And he's only in a coma because I allowed it to happen!
<Alizar_Voros> {Akima}: There isn't anything we can do about it right now. Focus on the matter at hand.

<SV Feah> All: Our people have been through many trials and tribulations since before we came upon your people many years ago. Since then, tides had turned and our technological edge has virtually reverted several hundred of your years.
<Akima_Karrina> ::frowns and chews at her lip::
<SV Feah> All: The wars we had fought had caused this to happen. Now our numbers are few and we have become nomadic in order to survive.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods, listening intently::
<SV Feah> All: Your presence here has given us hope that our survival will be a success. That is if you allow us to join your numbers. We have little to offer, other than a well versed knowledge of these sectors.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::looks to the Admiral, wondering if he's actually biting this.::
<Akima_Karrina> ~~~reaches out through the ship, searching for Bob~~~
<SV Feah> All: We plead that you allow us to not become extinct as many have over the years.
<Auron_Xochital> :: smiles again and looks to the Admiral::
<Admiral Strifer> ::looks to the new arrivals:: All: Do you wish to discuss this here or would you prefer to discuss it privately?
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to Alizar::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::looks t the Zyu:: Admiral: Sir, I have no need to discuss this in private.
<Alizar_Voros> ::shakes his head:: I don't see any problems with continuing the discussion here. Security has swept this chamber, has it not?
<Admiral Strifer> ::looks to the new arrivals:: Alizar: Security is not the issue here. And yes, this room is exmined thoroughly prior to every conference.
<Alizar_Voros> ::nods::
<Admiral Strifer> ::turns back to the Zyu:: Ventri Jero: Ventri Jero. We will be upfront and straight forward with you. This is not something we do without great thought. We must weigh many issues that your proposal presents. Security of the fleet being one of the most important concerns.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::nods in agreement::
<Admiral Strifer> ::continues:: Ventri Jero: Though your knowledge of these sectorswould greatly benefit us, we would have know guarantee of that knowledge. It seems to me that you wish us to protect you, but from who or what?
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::wants to say something, but holds back::
<Ventri Jero> ::nods to Vice Ventri Nadro::
<Auron_Xochital> :: his smile fades slightly:: Sir, if I may.. :: looks to Alizar for a moment, then back to the Admiral:: The Jedi are protectors of peace and justice, we cannot simply ignore a request for aid, especially from a people facing extinction.
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods::
<VV Nadro> ::nods back:: Admiral: Admiral Strifer. You are correct. We do wish for protection. Our abilities to defend ourselves against the dangers in these sectors has diminished so greatly that our next encounter could be our last. If your ships are much like that of the Reliance, protection would not be an issue for us. ::nods to Auron's comment:: Admiral: Our records of Jedi, though it was only one, have proven astounding. Your numbers include more than one and thus making our chances even greater.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::looks to the Jedi wondering why they are so special to the Zyu::
<Admiral Strifer> ::sits back in his seat and crosses his arms, sighing lightly:: Jedi: Do you wish to protect these people? To take on the responsibility for them completely?
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to Alizar:: {Alizar}: I think we must.
<Alizar_Voros> :: doesn't answer immediately, instead turning to Nadro:: Nadro: What do you know about the Jedi, Vice Ventri?
<VV Nadro> ::looks to Ventri Jero::
<Ventri Jero> ::nods to him::
<VV Nadro> ::looks to Alizar:: Alizar: We have old records of our first encounter with your people. Included in those records are the responses of a single Jedi. His responses were extraordinary compared to other responses to the same situations. We have studied these responses and have determined that they are a trait that only someone called a Jedi would have.
<Alizar_Voros> ::nods:: Nadro: What happened to this Jedi you speak of?
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::isn't comfortable with these Zyu, as they tend to talk very vaguely about whatever they are talking about. Nothing seems definite with them::
<VV Nadro> ::again looks to Ventri Jero to receive permission to answer and gets it:: Alizar: He had disappeared long ago. It was surmized that he returned to where he came from.
<Alizar_Voros> ::looks to Auron:: {Auron}: Are there any records in the Archives of this?
<Auron_Xochital> {Alizar}: Yes.
<Akima_Karrina> Nadro: Just out of curiosity, what responses are you referring to?
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::frowns at the focus on the Jedi:: Admiral: The number of ships needing protection would almost double, thus thinning out our security forces. We need to consider this.
<Admiral Strifer> Gerrig: It is under consideration, as are the issues of supplies.
<Alizar_Voros> Nadro: How many of your people would we be taking in?
<VV Nadro> ::again looks to Ventri Jero to receive permission to answer and gets it again:: Akima: We only have records of the responses. The technology to access those records has long since been gone. All we know is what is passed on from each other. ::looks to Alizar:: Alizar: Exactly 387,244.
<Alizar_Voros> ::frowns, looking to Strifer:: Strifer: How many do we have in our fleet right now?
<Admiral Strifer> Alizar: We started out with approximately 650,000. Since our misfortune, we are now approximately 500,000.
<Alizar_Voros> ::nods:: Strifer: Auron's correct, we wouldn't be fulfilling our oaths if we left these people to their doom. Their knowledge of the sector could be invaluable; they may be able to help us find resources we never would have found on our own.
<Auron_Xochital> :: smiles wide again::
<Admiral Strifer> ::nods and thinks a bit:: All: Our numbers would be nearly a million people and thirty-four ships of various sizes and capabilities. ::looks to Alizar:: Alizar: How many Jedi do we have now?
<Alizar_Voros> ::frowns:: There are only nine of us left, now.
<Admiral Strifer> ::nods wondering:: Alizar: Nine Jedi for a million people. Is it possible to fulfill your oaths with those kind of numbers?
<Alizar_Voros> ::shrugs:: Strifer: There are barely more than a hundred Jedi left to serve an alliance of trillions, Admiral.
<Akima_Karrina> ::fidgets in her chair, still biting her lip::
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods::
<Admiral Strifer> ::sighs again:: Ventri Jero: We will accept this alliance, though if either of our people wish to end the alliance for whatever reason they see fit, the others must accept their decision. That is the only way I will allow it.

ACTION:: The Zyu lean closely and whisper their discussion of the Admiral's decision::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::frowns deeply as she tries to determine how their forces will cover all of the ships now::

ACTION:: After nearly fifteen minutes, the Zyu stop discussing and sit in their previous attentive manner::

<SV Feah> Admiral: Your terms are accepted, Admiral Strifer.
<Auron_Xochital> :: smiles again::
<Admiral Strifer> ::smiles and stands:: Zyu: Very good. I am sure that all of our peoples will benefit from this. We will need to work out the details of how we will integrate.
<Ventri Jero> ::stands and nods:: Admiral: Sub Ventra Feah is at your disposal. He has the authority to enact whatever is decided.
<Akima_Karrina> ::smiles as the alliance is made, then politely excuses herself to find her way to the sick bay:: {Alizar}: If you can not wait for me I will get another shuttle back
<Alizar_Voros> ::Alizar nods as he stands and smiles at the Zyu:: {Akima}: Be careful.
<Akima_Karrina> {Alizar}: I will. May the Force be with you

ACTION:: Without waiting for further conversation, Ventri Jero and Vice Ventri Nadro leave the room::

>-< END >-<

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It has been four hours since the fleet and the Zyu made an alliance. During that time, a new formation of the ships was decided upon and is beginning to take shape, as ships move into position.

Sub Ventra Feah sits in his seat on the observation deck of the Pandora, watching the ships move about. He has asked to speak with the Admiral, but was told that he would need to wait while the Admiral takes care of business first.

Lt. Commander Gerrig has returned to the Arcaine, but the Jedi have remained on the Pandora.

>-< BEGIN >-<

<Lt.Werre> ::stands over the man laying in the bed, looking down at his pale face::
<Guard> Lt. Werre: Sir, you shouldn't be here.
<Lt.Werre> :: doesn't move his gaze:: Guard: Don't worry. No one will even give this visit a second thought.
<Guard> Lt. Werre: But Sir, I'm not to let anyone enter. The Jedi are aboard and can cause trouble.
<Lt.Werre> ::glances back:: Guard: Leave them to me. Just do as you're told and return to your post.
<Guard> ::sighs and nods:: Werre: Yes, Sir. ::turns and leaves to stand outside the door::
<Werre> :: bows down and whispers something in Bob's ear, before turning to leave::

<Akima_Karinna> ::finishes her lunch and walks back toward the infirmary, smiling at people she meets on the way::
<Akima_Karinna> ::turns the corner and smiles at the guard:: Guard: How are things here?
<Guard> ::snaps to attention and speaks loudly:: Akima: All is well, Ma'am.
<Akima_Karinna> ::nods and walks past the guard and into the infirmary::
<Guard> :: pulls her back:: Akima: Sorry, Ma'am. No one is allowed inside. Orders, you know.
<Werre> ::hears the guard and looks for a place to hide, quick::
<Akima_Karinna> Guard: And they were orders made based on my requests. You know I was just in there before I went to eat. What's going on?
<Guard> Akima: The Admiral gave the orders to not allow anyone to pass. That would include you, Ma'am. Sorry. I have to follow my orders regardless. I hope you don't have a problem with that.
<Akima_Karinna> Guard: Too right I do. You know full well I healed the man in there and just left there not long ago. There's something you're hiding.
<Guard> Akima: Ma'am, I have no idea what you did in there before. I am merely doing my job and have nothing to hide.

ACTION:: The guard is beginning to sweat a bit more than usual::

<Akima_Karinna> Guard: You're lying. And you know that not only can I tell you're lying, but that you can't actually hope to stop me from getting past you.

<Auron_Xochital> :: is currently running in the Pandora's gym, fluidly navigating over and through various obstacles::

ACTION:: A couple of crewmembers stop and watch Auron working out, then whisper to each other, not knowing that Auron can hear them.::

<Auron_Xochital> :: keeps up his exercises:: ~~~taps the Force to stretch out his senses and listen to the whispering~~~
<Crew1> ::whispering:: Crew2: You think he knows that most of the fleet hates his kind?
<Crew2> ::whispering:: Crew1: Hate is such a strong word. And I doubt it's half the fleet.
<Crew1> ::whispering:: Crew2: Right, it's probably over half.
<Auron_Xochital> :: shakes his head but keeps listening and working out::
<Crew2> ::whispering:: Crew1: No, seriously. I heard that they can rip a person from limb to limb with just a thought, so don't push it.
<Auron_Xochital> :: chuckles:: {Crew 1&2}: Jedi do not cause harm unless in defense of themselves or others. So you have no need to fear any potential limb ripping. :: tries to keep his mental speech light hearted::
<Crew1> ::whispering:: Crew2: Yeah, right. ::looks around:: Did you hear that?
<Crew2> ::whispering:: Crew1: Yeah. Who said that? ::looks around::
<Auron_Xochital> :: stops and turns to the two crew members, smiling::

ACTION:: Both crew members see Auron looking and gasp, before returning to their own workout, trying to look like they never stopped::

<Auron_Xochital> :: laughs and shakes his head, continuing his own workout::
<Akima_Karinna> {Auron}: There's something going on in the infirmary. The guard is trying to keep me out.
<Auron_Xochital> {Akima}: Do you need assistance?
<Akima_Karinna> {Auron}: I might, if I'm right about who or what is in there.
<Akima_Karinna> Guard: I don't want to hurt you, so why not just let me pass?
<Auron_Xochital> {Akima}: On my way. :: doesn't stop his run, simply changing direction and heading out of the gym towards the infirmary::

ACTION:: The two crew members watch Auron leave and immediately begin talking about him::

<Guard> ::looks from side to side to see if anyone is watching before he says anything else:: Akima: Why would I lie, Ma'am? :: definitely worried:: You intend to threaten me for doing my job?
<Akima_Karinna> Guard: We both know that's not what I'm doing. Now stand aside
<Gaurd> ::stands straight:: Akima: I can not. Sorry. :: puts his hand on his weapon but doesn't draw it::
<Akima_Karinna> ::shrugs:: Guard: Then I am sorry as well. ~~~uses the Force to gently push him out of her way~~~ ::walks past him as she holds him there::
<Guard> :: draws his weapon, but can't move enough to use it effectively:: Akima: Bu...
<Akima_Karinna> ::keeps walking::

ACTION:: Akima enters Bob's room to see only Bob and the medical equipment that was in the room befoe. The room looks as it did when she left::

<Akima_Karinna> ~~~increases her hearing~~~ ::moves over to Bob's bed and checks his condition as she listens for any movement::

ACTION:: Bob's condition hasn't improved much since she left. He has not awakened yet. Meanwhile, on the deck above, an air duct cover flops open and out comes Lt. Werre, into an empty office::

<Werre> :: dusts himself off and closes the vent cover, before leaving the office::

<Akima_Karinna> ::frowns at how normal everything seems::

<Auron_Xochital> :: rounds a corner and spots the guard outside the infirmary::

ACTION:: Auron can see that the guard is distraught and not moving very much::

<Auron_Xochital> :: frowns and steps over to the guard:: What's going on here?
<Guard> ::looks to Auron, definitely scared now:: Auron: uh...uh... ::still can't talk::
<Auron_Xochital> :: steps carefully to the doorway into the infirmary::
<Akima_Karinna> ::hears Auron and senses that it's him:: Auron: It's clear in here. At least, if he's in here he hasn't jumped out at me yet..
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: What's wrong with the guard?
<Akima_Karinna> ::laughs:: Auron: I've got him. I don't want him leaving before I find out why he wouldn't let me in here. ::looks around the room to see where someone could have gone::
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods again:: Well I could keep searching the room if you want to question him.
<Akima_Karinna> ::nods:: Auron: Good idea. If Bob wakes, call me.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods and starts searching the room cautiously::

ACTION:: The room looks like a normal room. Nothing out of the ordinary for Auron to find.::

<Auron_Xochital> :: frowns:: ~~~ stretches out his senses to check for any traces of someone besides himself, Bob, and Akima, perhaps residual heat marking a possible exit ~~~

ACTION:: Auron senses that the air vent cover has less dust on it than there should be, according to the surrounding area::

<Akima_Karinna> ::steps back into the corridor and smiles sweetly at the guard:: Guard: So. Who was in there?
<Guard> ::still unable to move:: Akima: ih...uh... ::still can't talk::
<Akima_Karinna> ::rolls her eyes:: Guard: Honestly.. and you're supposed to be brave? I didn't even do anything to you
<Guard> ::eyes begin to roll back in his head as he goes limp::
<Akima_Karinna> ::laughs and lets him sag gently to the floor, then calls into the room:: Auron: There's a new one. He swooned at the sight of me. Guess I must be dead hot huh?
<Auron_Xochital> :: chuckles:: Better than hot and dead. I think I found something.
<Akima_Karinna> Auron: Oh? Wonder who on this ship I can trust to keep this guy locked up til he wakes..
<Auron_Xochital> :: shrugs:: This air duct has been disturbed recently. The dust on it is wrong.
<Akima_Karinna> ~~~lifts up the guard and moves him into the room, laying him back on the floor~~~ Auron: It had to be Werre.. I didn't sense anyone in here who didn't belong, but there was absolutely something fishy going on.. I just wish I knew what he'd done..
<Auron_Xochital> :: shrugs:: Could examine the patient. :: starts climbing into the air duct:: I'm going to see where this dust trail leads, if you need anything let me know.
<Akima_Karinna> ::sighs:: Auron: I did examine the patient.. ::frowns and turns back to Bob's bed::
<Auron_Xochital> :: curses and crawls back out, dusting himself off:: Your Lt. Werre is a tiny one.
<Akima_Karinna> Auron: I know.. ~~~heightens her senses and feels her way through Bob and all his bodily symtoms, head to foot~~~
<Auron_Xochital> :: steps over to Akima, placing a hand on her shoulder:: ~~~ calls on the Force and channels it to her to aid her ~~~

ACTION:: Bob's body reacts to Akima in a negetive way and monitor alarms sound as his body begins to convulse. Moments later, his body goes limp and the monitors' alarms change their tones to indicate that Bob is no longer alive::

<Akima_Karinna> ::takes a step back and shakes her head:: Auron: What happened? I didn't do anything.. I was just checking to see what Werre did..
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods and frowns:: I didn't sense any mistakes from you.
<Akima_Karinna> ::spins around to face him and snaps:: Of course not! ::sighs and runs her fingers through her hair:: I'm sorry Auron.. it's just that.. in some way all this is my fault..
<Auron_Xochital> :: shakes his head:: Every being makes their own decisions and guides their own paths. This situation was not your doing, but Lt. Werre's.
<Akima_Karinna> Auron: Bob came to me for help! He begged to come away with me. Begged me not to let Werre get to him. And now look. I failed, and he's dead!
<Auron_Xochital> :: shakes his head again:: Calm down.. There was nothing you could have done, short of killing or otherwise permanently disabling Lt. Werre. And that might have gotten us all in major trouble with the fleet and may not have saved this man anyway.

ACTION:: Guards burst in with some medical staff. The guards have their weapons drawn and pointed at Auron and Akima, as they tell them to freeze::

<Akima_Karinna> ::freezes:: Auron: I think we're in major trouble anyway..

ACTION:: The guards see the unconscious guard on the floor and orders the others to arrest the two Jedi::

<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to the guards and raises his voice:: Stand fast.

ACTION:: The guards pause a moment before continuing::

<Guard Lead> Jedi: You are both under arrest for murder and assault. Come peacefully or face the consequences.
<Akima_Karinna> Guards: Look.. this isn't what you think.. I didn't kill anyone
<Guard Lead> Akima: That will be for the Admiral to decide. Come along now.
<Akima_Karinna> Guard Lead: Why would I kill him? I'm a Jedi. It's against all I believe in to kill the innocent.
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to the guards and shrugs:: ~~~ raises his hand and calls on the Force, trying to subtly affect their minds ~~~ Your weapons are not necessary, something terrible has happened and we must all find out who is behind it..
<Guard Lead> Akima: Again, that will be for the Admiral to decide. Do not delay further.

ACTION:: The guards that had their weapons drawn begin to act confused::

<Auron_Xochital> :: lets the guards stew in confusion while he turns to the guard lead:: Look, you know full well that this group you have with you would not stop two trained Jedi. If havoc and mayhem were our goals we would and could slaughter you all right now. Lower your weapons and help us discover who is behind this mess.
<Akima_Karinna> ::nods and lets him do the talking, since he seems to be doing better::
<Guard Lead> ::frowns:: Auron: Your threats do you no good. Take up your arguments with the Admiral. We're just here to take you in custody.

ACTION:: One of the medical staff tends to the guard that Akima have forced out of her way. He finally awakes.::

<Auron_Xochital> :: sighs and shakes his head:: That was not a threat. :: groans:: Fine. We will agree to go to the Admiral peacefully, if you will agree to lower your weapons and compose yourself like a rational, intelligent, officer of the republic.
<Guard> ::is startled:: Akima: Don't kill me! Don't kill me!
<Akima_Karinna> {Auron}: Maybe if we go to the Admiral we can sort this out sooner. This guy is just being stubborn.
<Akima_Karinna> ::actually laughs, her nerves coming through:: Guard: I'm not going to kill you. I never was.
<Guard> ::looks around and to the Guard Lead:: Guard Lead: Shoot her before she does something to you too!
<Auron_Xochital> :: rolls his eyes and sighs again:: We are quickly approaching true stupidity here..
<Akima_Karinna> :: puts her hands up, well away from her belt and saber, and takes a step back:: Hey man.. not my fault that you laid eyes on my sexy self and fainted.
<Guard Lead> ::looks down to the guard:: Guard: Shut up! ::sighs and shakes his head:: Report to your quarters and stay there until told otherwise. NOW!
<Guard> ::scrambles out of the room and towards his quarters::
<Guard Lead> ::returns his gaze to the Jedi:: Both: So will you come with us? We do not intend to fire upon you. Weapons are a standard procedure.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: We will. I just wish to be certain you have control of your men. The rumors regarding the Jedi among the fleet that I have been overhearing have been unsettling. And I do not want one of your men stupidly deciding to fire on us and getting himself and others hurt.
<Akima_Karinna> ::nods in agreement, knowing that it's too late to chase Werre anyway::
<Guard Lead> ::nods:: Auron: You have my word. ::nods to his men::
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods back and half-bows:: Fine then. :: turns to leave the infirmary slowly::

ACTION:: The guards put their weapons in a non-threatening position, but still hold them at ready::

<Akima_Karinna> ::walks behind Auron, looking back over her shoulder at Bob::
<Guard Lead> ::turns and leaves, telling the rest of the medical staff that they can enter once the room is empty::

ACTION:: Medical staff rush in after the last guard leaves::

<Akima_Karinna> ::looks at the medical staff as they pass:: Docs: Please.. all I did was check his condition with the Force. See if you can determine what was done to him before that.
<Guard Lead> ::glances back:: Jedi: Sorry that we have to do this, but guilty or not, we need to be sure before we go further. Especially after all that has happened in the past few weeks.
<Akima_Karinna> Guard Lead: Part of what has happened these past weeks is what killed him. It was an HRD. I was trying to help him..
<Akima_Karinna> ::gets a sudden disturbing thought:: ~~~senses the guards around her~~~
<Guard Lead> ::nods:: Akima: Again, I am not to pass judgement.
<Akima_Karinna> ::sighs in relief as she senses them all:: Guard Lead: I know..

ACTION:: Minutes later and two decks down, they are led into the detention center and into two separate cells::

<Guard Lead> Jedi: The Admiral will be here soon as he hears of this. Please be patient.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: I trust you will report our findings to him as well as our cooperation.
<Guard Lead> ::nods:: Auron: A full report will be made.
<Auron_Xochital> :: half-bows again:: Thank you. :: sits down on the floor and gets as comfortable as possible on a cell floor::
<Akima_Karinna> ::frowns and lays down on her bunk, breathing deeply and trying to calm herself down, though she is very upset with herself:: {Auron}: I killed him, though I did not wield the weapon..
<Auron_Xochital> {Akima}: You did what you thought best at the time. And if you had taken rash action to protect him preemptively you would have likely had us all thrown in cells much earlier.
<Akima_Karinna> {Auron}: Perhaps..

ACTION:: The doors close on the cells and lock. Meanwhile the Admiral finally meets with Sub Ventra Feah. They discuss some very minor aspects of the alliance and then Feah request to speak to all of the Jedi. The Admiral agrees to the meeting.::

>-< END >-<

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#13

The fleet is just leaving the system and forming up for the next jump. The Zyu are indicating that there is a need for a course change, due to the drop point being on the other side of some unknown anomaly. The Admiral has agreed to follow the Zyu's recommendations.

Meanwhile, footsteps move down the corridor in the detention center. A figure passes several cells and stops, turning to face one cell and just stands there.

>-< BEGIN >-<

<Auron_Xochital> :: sits on the floor of his cell, meditating::
<Akima_Karrina> ::hears the footsteps and feels no one, immediately guessing who is out there as she paces her cell::
<Lt.Werre> ::reaches out and presses the controls::

ACTION:: Auron's door slides open. He can feel Werre's presence now.::

<Auron_Xochital> :: doesn't move:: Greetings.
<Lt.Werre> ::walks in:: Auron: Hello. I understand that you are here for the murder of a crew member. ::looks around the cell:: I don't think you had anything to do with it, personally. I mean, the man was barely alive to begin with.
<Auron_Xochital> :: again, doesn't move:: Then by all means please inform the Admiral of this and have us set free.
<Lt.Werre> ::sighs:: Auron: I'd like to, really, but until the investigation is over, you need to be here. ::leans against the doorway:: Is there anything you can tell me to speed things up?
<Auron_Xochital> :: shakes his head:: Only the truth. Jedi Karrina called me asking for assistance because she sensed something was not right at the infirmary. When I arrived, she was already inside, having peacefully incapacitated the guard to get inside and check on the patient.
<Lt.Werre> ::nods:: Auron: Just as I suspected. There was a report to that affect. Has she shown any outward signs of aggression other than this time, recently?
<Auron_Xochital> :: thinks for a moment:: Nothing I would consider harmful or outside the range of frustration and annoyance that every sentient being experiences. And as I said, she incapacitated the guard peacefully, leaving him without a scratch or wound of any kind.
<Lt.Werre> ::nods again:: Auron: So you've said. That guard is quite traumatized right now. I find it hard to believe that what she did to him was peaceful. Of course, I am only going on reports and what I have seen thus far. I did not witness the events myself.

ACTION:: Akima can now feel someone with Auron::

<Akima_Karrina> ::frowns, wondering why she can feel someone now when she felt no one approaching::
<Auron_Xochital> ~~~ taps the Force and gently wraps Werre's body in it's grip, trying to hold him perfectly still but not hurting him~~~
<Akima_Karrina> :: paces the cell, suspicion turning to certainty, whether rational or not, of who is with Auron::
<Lt.Werre> ::feels himself unable to move:: Auron: What's going on? All I have to do is call for help, you realize.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: No need. ~~~ releases him ~~~ Merely a demonstration, the Force allows us the ability to peacefully incapacitate someone without any hint of harm.
<Lt.Werre> ::stretches and moves to the opening:: Auron: There is more than physical abuse going on here. ::sighs:: You are not helping your case. However, I'll do what I can to get you released. ::turns to leave::
<Auron_Xochital> :: gets back to his meditation:: I do not need to "help my case", we have the truth and the Force on our side.
<Lt.Werre> ::shakes his head and closes the door, then loks to Akima's cell::

ACTION:: A guard enters the corridor and walks to Werre, whispering something to him and then leaving::

<Lt.Werre> ::goes to Akima's cell and opens the door:: Akima: We meet again. How are you doing?
<Akima_Karrina> Werre: Leave
<Lt.Werre> ::gives a surprised look:: Akima: Are you certain? I'm here to help you.
<Akima_Karrina> Werre: Forgive me if I don't believe you
<Lt.Werre> ::nods:: Akima: That is your right. If there is anything you need, please let me know. I'll do everything I can to help. Of course, your cooperation would make things much easier.
<Akima_Karrina> Werre: My cooperation? What would you like to know?
<Lt.Werre> ::grins:: Akima: I'd like to know your side of the story. To see if what the reports say are true or not.
<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs:: Werre: I had reason to believe Bob was in danger. I watched him for some time, then went to get something to eat. When I came back, the guard refused to allow me in, though I was the one responsible for his orders. I suspected something, so I moved him gently aside and went in to check on Bob.
<Akima_Karrina> Werre: He died while I was checking his condition.
<Auron_Xochital> {Akima}: Tell the truth, leave nothing out. It will be used against you otherwise.
<Akima_Karrina> {Auron}: I know that.
<Lt.Werre> ::nods:: Akima: Just for your information, that guard was following orders to not allow entry by anyone, including yourself. He is now in a very traumatic condition due to his... uh gentle encounter with you. ::shrug:: I don't think Bob was in the best condition, judging by his charts. I highly doubt you killed him, but I'm not the one who has to be convinced.
<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs:: Werre: I don't care if I convince you or not, since we both know what happened
<Lt.Werre> ::gives another surprised look:: Akima: We? Do you know what you are saying? I must say that I don't.
<Akima_Karrina> Werre: He knew something about you. He died for that knowledge.
<Lt.Werre> ::frowns:: Akima: Look, he was not of a sane mental state. Whatever he felt he knew and whatever he told you, it is a complete fabrication. I can't give an answer to how he died. My medical expertise goes as far as basic first aide. However, I do know that I had nothing to do with it. ::shrug:: However, I'm not the one locked up. I shouldn't have to explain any of my actions to you or anyone. I only came here to help you.
<Akima_Karrina> Werre: And how do you propose to help?
<Lt.Werre> ::turns to leave:: Akima: I will take what you told me and try to use it to your advantage during the investigation. That is the best I can do.
<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs:: Werre: If you wish
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::stops outside the door:: Akima: It seems that I am the only one who wants you released. ::shakes his head and closes the door, before heading down the corridor::

ACTION:: As soon as the door closes, both Auron and Akima can no longer feel Werre. They do hear his footsteps on the deck outside their doors though::

<Akima_Karrina> {Auron}: If he wants to help, I'm a Sith
<Auron_Xochital> {Akima}: You are? I never knew. :: his humor noticable::
<Akima_Karrina> ::laughs:: {Auron}: You're so funny
<Auron_Xochital> {Akima}: Thank you. It helps when you're forced to sit alone in a cell. And this isn't the first time I've had to do that.
<Akima_Karrina> {Auron}: Oh? It is for me..
<Auron_Xochital> {Akima}: You'd be surprised how superstitious primitive cultures can be when it comes to the Force.

ACTION:: A guard enters the corridor followed by Jedi Rettil. They go directly to the two cells and the guard opens both::

<Akima_Karrina> ::stops pacing and turns to look::
<Rettil> Both: Come out, my friends. ::grinning::
<Akima_Karrina> ::smiles back at him, relieved to see a Jedi, and steps out of the cell::
<Auron_Xochital> :: stands and smiles, exitting the cell:: Thank you.
<Rettil> ::nods to the guard, who then moves to the end of the corridor:: Both: I see that you two have found a new way to pass the time.
<Akima_Karrina> ::laughs a little:: Rettil: Being in a cell hardly works as a way to make time pass faster..
<Rettil> ::nods:: Akima: Agreed. It wouldn't be my first choice.
<Akima_Karrina> Rettil: So is this a temporary reprieve for interrogation, or have you managed to convince them that I am not a cold blooded killer?
<Auron_Xochital> :: chuckles::
<Rettil> ::frowns:: Akima: In truth, they are very reluctant to release the both of you. However, I have permission to allow you to leave under the condition that you are under my supervision at all times. ::looks to both:: I think Alizar will not be happy when he hears of this.
<Akima_Karrina> ::frowns:: Rettil: Hears of what? I've done nothing wrong.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: We told the truth, we could do nothing more.
<Rettil> ::frowns:: Akima: What has happened here will not help our cause within the fleet. We already have trouble with some of the fleet's staff and crew. Now things will be even tougher. The hardship this has caused you has trickled down to all of us.
<Akima_Karrina> Rettil: But I did nothing wrong! I was checking his condition and he simply died. I did not have anything to do with it.
<Rettil> Akima: The truth is not what everyone sees. What they hear from others they trust is what they will believe, whether it is true or not. Our image in their eyes has changed for the worse now, no matter the truth.
<Akima_Karrina> Rettil: So the other Jedi will blame that on me? My only mistake in this was to not do more to protect him when he begged me to do so.
<Rettil> Akima: No one is blaming anyone. It is merely the truth of the matter, which you have not foreseen. We all have to live with this. Our actions or lack of actions affects all of us, not just ourselves. Keep that in mind.
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to Rettil:: Are you suggesting that we should have spoken something other than the truth simply to avoid hardships? As for the fleet, I believe you are forgetting the overwhelming numbers of the Zyu, who seem thus far to hold us in high regard.
<Akima_Karrina> Rettil: So what would you have had me do? It sounds to me like there is plenty of blame, whether anyone will say it aloud or not. I did my best to protect a man who begged me to keep him safe. Perhaps next time I'll just tell someone begging for my help to go away and deal with it themselves. ::stalks off down the hall in frustration, not caring how far she gets from Rettil::
<Rettil> Akima: You are short sighted even still. I am saying that you should chose your actions carefully before conducting them. Speaking the truth after the deed is done has no effect one way or the other. As for my forgetting the Zyu, I have not. They are only allies to the fleet and not part of the fleet, or have you forgotten? ::looks down the corridor:: We're wasting time. I need to get you off the ship and now. Come. ::heads down the corridor::
<Akima_Karrina> ::follows him, arms crossed and very obviously not happy:: Rettil: Right. Next time I'll choose not to get involved. I'd hate to damage everyone's reputation further by being helpful and protecting those weaker than myself.
<Auron_Xochital> {Akima}: You let your emotions show a bit too much. But you will always have my support, please remember that. :: follows Rettil:: You mis-understood my meaning. If our mission is to discover what happened to the Reliance, we could perhaps do that just as easily with the help of a Zyu fleet as we could with this one that seems to be full of people who hated us to begin with and continue to.
<Akima_Karrina> {Auron}: I'm sorry, but I do not wish to be held up as a scapegoat for this prejudice.
<Auron_Xochital> {Akima}: Of course, I am simply pointing out that you are not without at least one ally in this. If that eases your worry at all.
<Rettil> Auron: That may very well be, however, our mission is to help this fleet. Even if they do not wish us to. ::walks past the guard:: I have a shuttle waiting.
<Akima_Karrina> ::turns to him and smiles, trying to relax a little:: {Auron}: It does. Thank you my friend.
<Auron_Xochital> :: returns Akima's smile, then nods to Rettil and continues to follow him:: And what if this fleet's reluctance to accept our help, and even hindering of us helping, causes their downfall? I simply think we should have a backup plan in case the worst occurs, so we can continue the mission.
<Rettil> ::keeps walking out of the detention center:: Auron: That isn't for any one of us to decide. We will need to meet as a group and decide our course of action, regarding this.
<Akima_Karrina> Rettil: We need to find out who really killed Bob. Then maybe people won't see me as a monster.. and by extension, will realize none of you are either.
<Auron_Xochital> :: shakes his head:: I have a feeling that nothing we do will change the hearts and minds of the people in this fleet. They were poisoned from the start by someone else, and are still getting regular doses..
<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs:: Auron: Maybe. But I still want to know what happened..
<Rettil> ::heads or the lift and presses the controls:: Both: You can try to solve this all you like, but right now, we need to leave before the fleet makes the jump to hyperspace.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: Where is Jedi Alizar currently?
<Rettil> ::enters the lift:: Auron: He is with the others, waiting for us.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods and steps onto the lift:: Good.
<Akima_Karrina> ::takes a deep breath:: Rettil: How much trouble am I in? Honestly..
<Akima_Karrina> ::follows them in::
<Rettil> Akima: The only trouble you are in is the trouble you feel within yurself.
<Akima_Karrina> ::sighs:: Rettil: Which is more than enough.. he begged me for protection and I failed him..

ACTION:: The lift quickly decends several levels and stops, opening to a busy corridor::

<Rettil> Akima: If it were me, I would not worry myself over it. From what I know, your situation was not a good one from the beginning. ::leaves the lift and turns right to head for the hangar bay::
<Akima_Karrina> ::follows him out of the lift::
<Auron_Xochital> :: follows him::
<Akima_Karrina> Rettil: He was the first person to ever need me like that. So my record is not so great..
<Rettil> ::gets to the hangar bay and heads for his shuttle:: Akima: I do not think it wise to continue speaking of him. At least not at the moment.
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods and stays silent, lost in her thoughts and her guilt::
<Rettil> ::leads them onto the shuttle and takes the pilot's seat:: Both: Strap in quickly. :: begins powering up::
<Akima_Karrina> ::straps in::
<Rettil> ::gets permission to leave the ship and lifts off:: Both: All set?
<Auron_Xochital> {Akima}: You did what you thought was right at the time. We can each do nothing more in life than that.
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods:: {Auron}: I know..

ACTION:: The shuttle leaves the Pandora and moves among the ships of the fleet. Rettil banks the shuttle abruptly and it disappears into one of the Zyu ships, just before the fleet makes the jump to hyperspace::

>-< END >-<

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The fleet had made the move into hyperspace. All of the Jedi were on one of the largest Zyu ships. Most of them were in a conference room, discussing fleet politics and how to get a foothold within those politics.

Others were being toured about the ship and being shown off to the crew of the ship.

>-< BEGIN >-<

<Rettil> Akima/Auron: Amazing ship, wouldn't you agree? ::follows along with the tour::
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods::
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods, completely fascinated by the ship::

ACTION:: The small group is led into a cavernous room with undescribable beings moving about, performing functions of some sort. In one corner, one of the beings sees the tour coming and shifts into a human form::

<Vice Ventri Nadro> ::moves to welcome the Jedi::
<Rettil> ::notices Nadro coming and gives him a smile::
<Vice Ventri Nadro> ::stops the tour:: All: Welcome aboard. I hope that you have enjoyed visit so far.
<Rettil> ::looks to the others and then to Nadro:: Nadro: Yes, very much so. This is a completely new experience for us.
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods again, rather lost in thought::
<Vice Ventri Nadro> ::smiles wide:: Rettil: I am pleased. Come this way. ::leads them towards one side of the room::
<Auron_Xochital> :: smiles and follows Nadro:: This ship is incredible.
<Akima_Karrina> ::follows the others::
<Vice Ventri Nadro> ::looks over to Auron:: Auron: It is one of the oldest ships left from our fleet.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods, still looking around:: I have a question I have been meaning to ask you, if I may.
<Vice Ventri Nadro> ::nods:: Auron: Yes?
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to Nadro:: You mentioned the previous encounters with one from our order. Exactly how indepth is your peoples' understanding and knowledge of the Force and it's use?
<Vice Ventri Nadro> ::grins:: Auron: A very good set of questions. ::still walking:: We understand how the Force can be used, but are unable to do so, much to our dispair. We have not seen it used more than a few times, other than a horrid race which thrives on its use. It used to not be as such, but things changed over the years.

ACTION:: It takes a few minutes to get to where Nadro wants to take them, but they finally get there.::

<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: I see.. I ask because beyond the inherant desire in our order to learn and understand the Force, I am particularly interested in every facet of it's existance and use. I have devoted most of my life thus far to the study and research of it in it's many forms. As well as other cultures besides ours that it has touched.
<Akima_Karrina> {Auron}: You do know you're a nerd right?
<Auron_Xochital> {Akima}: I have been told so, yes.
<Akima_Karrina> ::looks over at him and grins::
<Vice Ventri Nadro> ::interested:: Auron: We have our own Estudiors. They have all but exhausted their studies on the Force. As of recently, their studies have changed over to other cultures which have any hint of the Force within it. I believe they are not having an easy time of it.
<Auron_Xochital> :: perks up:: Really? Perhaps I could get the chance to meet with some of them and discuss each of our separate findings. I may be able to assist them in some ways, and their studies in this area of space that is unknown to us would certainly contain information previously unavailable to me.
<Akima_Karrina> ::tries not to laugh and shakes her head::
<Vice Ventri Nadro> ::frowns:: Auron: They tend to stay isolated. I haven't seen one of them for years now. ::turns to what looks to be a blank wall:: All: This si one of our many control centers. Don't let the aged looks fool you, it conducts tasks that are still a match for the newer ship.
<Auron_Xochital> :: frowns, then turns his attention to the wall::

ACTION:: Though Nadro and the tour guide seem to be able to see something within the wall, none of the Jedi can. That is except for Auron, who's form of vision allows him to see the variations within the wall. However, it isn't evident to him what the wall does exactly::

<Akima_Karrina> ::stares at the wall, puzzled::
<Auron_Xochital> :: tilts his head:: ~~~ taps the Force to subtly enhance his vision ~~~
<Rettil> ::looks to the others and back to the wall:: Nadro: I must say that it is a puzzling sight, indeed.
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods:: Quite

ACTION:: Two Zyu melt from inside the wall and sees the group. They immediately melt back into the wall. Auron's enhanced vision now reveals that within the wall are several Zyu working controls of some sort.::

<Auron_Xochital> :: smiles:: Fascinating.. :: focuses more closely now that he knows what he's looking at::
<Rettil> ::steps back and then watches the Zyu melt in and out of the wall::
<Vice Ventri Nadro> ::realizes that the Jedi can not see what he can and runs his hand across the wall::

ACTION:: The wall solidifies and becomes transparent, showing the controls and the beings inside operating them.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::watches the Zyu on the other side of the wall::
<Vice Ventri Nadro> ::looks to the Jedi:: All: This control center runs the entire ship, as well as sensors outside.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: How are shifts handled? Is it manned around the clock?
<Vice Ventri Nadro> :: puzzled:: Auron: Shifts? It is never unattended, if that is what you mean.
<Rettil> ::looks around and beyond the wall:: Self: Interesting.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: I see. Then are there rotations in who is attending it at a given time? To allow the crews a chance to rest?
<Vice Ventri Nadro> ::grins again, as he rubs his hand over another spot on the wall, which turns the wall back to how it was before:: Auron: We do not require rest of any form. We do move about from control center to control center. Only to keep out lives interesting.
<Auron_Xochital> :: raises his brows:: I see, interesting.. Is that a function of your physiology? Or some medical or technological miracle?
<Akima_Karrina> ::thinks:: Wow.. I'm not sure if that would be fun, or get really old really fast..
<Vice Ventri Nadro> ::grins:: Auron: It is how we have always been.
<Rettil> Akima: You think that could be of some advantage?
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods::
<Akima_Karrina> ::shakes her head:: Rettil: I think I'd go nuts if I never slept..
<Rettil> ::chuckles:: Akima: Then I suggest you start sleeping very soon.
<Akima_Karrina> ::raises an eyebrow:: Rettil: You tryin to say I'm crazy?
<Vice Ventri Nadro> :: bows to them:: All: I must now allow your guide to continue the tour. Please enjoy your visit.
<Rettil> :: bows to Nadro:: Akima: I do not try. I do. ::grins::
<Akima_Karrina> ::rolls her eyes:: Rettil: Ok then.. are you saying I'm crazy?
<Auron_Xochital> :: returns the bow:: If you do manage to get in touch with your Force scholars, would you please see to it that I am contacted?
<Rettil> ::shrugs:: Akima: I did not say that. I only suggest that you sleep to keep from becoming crazy.
<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs:: Rettil: I'm not quite that sleepy yet
<Vice Ventri Nadro> ::nods:: Auron: I will make certain of it.
<Auron_Xochital> :: smiles:: Thank you.

ACTION:: The tour guide moves on, towards a corridor leading from the huge room::

<Akima_Karrina> ::follows the guide::
<Auron_Xochital> :: follows along::
<Guide> All: I have taken you to all points of interest on the ship. I will now be returning you to the rest of your Jedi.
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods:: {Auron}: Whether I like it or not..
<Auron_Xochital> {Akima}: It'll be alright.

ACTION:: The guide continues down the corridor. As they walk, they pass a room that seems to be open. Inside the room there is no furnature or anything else. However, it seems that this room is somewhere they should visit. The guide keeps walking, though.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::stops and looks into the room::
<Auron_Xochital> :: pauses::
<Rettil> :: looks inside the room and stops:: All: I have a feeling that I need to go inside here. I can't explain it.
<Auron_Xochital> :: peeks his head in the room:: ~~~ stretches his senses to figure out what this compelling feeling is~~~
<Akima_Karrina> Rettil: Me too.. though I can't much say I trust my feelings lately.

ACTION:: The floor in the center of the room becomes liquid and out of the liquid rises a chair of some sort.::

<Auron_Xochital> :: raises a brow and steps inside, looking at the chair::
<Guide> ::turns back and stops next to the Jedi:: All: This chamber is never used. ::then sees the chair:: That is new. ::a bit surprised::
<Auron_Xochital> :: hesitates for only a moment, then sits down::
<Rettil> ::feels compelled to enter the room and go to the chair::
<Akima_Karrina> ::walks into the room with them::

ACTION:: The chair rises further when Auron sits, lifting him high in the room. The chair then morphs around his body encapsulating it, but not harming him.::

<Guide> ::leaves quickly to get help::
<Auron_Xochital> :: stays still:: ~~~ keeps his senses alert to any sign of danger~~~
<Rettil> ::watches calmly, feeling that there is no danger to Auron or the rest of them::
<Akima_Karrina> ::stands and watches, trying not to feel any of that worry stuff that leads to the dark side::

ACTION:: Auron begins to fall into a deep sleep, and moments later images race through his mind. Images of a possible past or future. It isn't certain. Soon he is immersed into an environment that seems all too real and begins to experience things around him.::

>-< END >-<

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The fleet is still in hyperspace, with no evident problems. There are still hours to go before they need to leave hyperspace.

In the meantime, Auron has left the chair on the Zyu ship, with a little help. He is still a little disoriented and resting from his experience. Rettil has stepped aside to allow Akima to have her own experience in the chair.

>-< BEGIN >-<

ACTION ::Zyu assistants enter the room after taking Auron to another room to rest. They move to the chair to help Akima in, when she's ready::

<Akima_Karrina> ::looks at the chair a bit warily, but heads over to it anyway::
<Assistant1> Akima: Not to worry. It is very safe. ::motions for her to sit::
<Akima_Karrina> Right.. ::sits in the chair::

ACTION:: Both assistants set the chair to her size and weight and adjusts the sensitivity as well. Once this is done, the chair begins to lift her upwards and encapsulates her.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::wonders idly if the stuff is good for her skin::

ACTION:: The chair stops moving and tilts slightly to give better comfort and positioning for her body. The encapsulating substance makes Akima become drowsy and she begins to drift off to sleep::

ACTION:: Somewhere between sleep and awake, her senses take over and she finds herself with the sensation of floating freely in complete darkness. ::

<Akima_Karrina> ::looks around the darkness, relaxed and all floaty-like::

ACTION:: A pinpoint of light rushes towards her and engulfs her. As the light fades, she finds herself in a sparsely decorated room with clay-like walls and wooden beam construction. Shutters cover the window openings making the candle light the only source.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::touches the walls gently to see if they feel like clay then steps quietly over to the divider and looks carefully past it::

ACTION:: The walls are bare with the exception of a small painting showing a landscape with a building on a hill with mountains and forest in the background.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::opens the front door to look out::

ACTION:: A humming noise from outside gets louder and fast, as it rushes over the building and then fades. Then comes high pitched buzzing following the same path as the humming sound. Sounds of explosions can be heard in the far distance.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::heads outside to look for the source of the sounds::

ACTION:: Akima sees close to a dozen small fighters buzzing around a larger ship, which seems to be faltering as smoke billows from its hull. More fighters buzz over the building and join the others to bring the larger ship down.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::watches the fight, then looks around the area for more houses::

ACTION:: The building is alone in the clearing. The clearing is surrounded by forest fifty meters away, and the clearing is open on one side to a sloping hill going down to a valley below. The gentle slope is gouged by the large ship as it plows to a stop on the hillside. ::

<Akima_Karrina> ::frowns and gets an odd thought, then heads back inside to search the walls for a mirror::

ACTION:: An older man, a young woman and her baby rush out of the forest and head for the building, running as fast as they can.::

<Akima_Karrina> :: puts the candle near the basin, then looks into it for her reflection::

ACTION:: Akima sees her own reflection in the basin, but it's a bit shakey as the explosions outside cause tremors to run through the small bulding. Suddenly the couple and child rush inside and close the door behind them.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::turns around:: Who are you?
<Woman> Akima: Save us! Hide us! They're coming! ::looks around nervously for a place to hide::
<Akima_Karrina> Woman: Who's coming?
<Man> ::looks for a way to lock the door and shutters:: Akima: They will kill us all if we don't hide from them.
<Woman> ::looks down at her child:: Akima: My baby needs to live. I don't care what happens to me. Save her.
<Akima_Karrina> ::looks around the floor to see if there is a trap door to a fruit cellar or anything of the sort::

ACTION:: A low growling sound can be heard coming from the forest outside. It is still far away, but judging from the distance and the ability to hear it, there are a lot of whatever is making the noise.::

<Man> ::locks the door and moves to the shutters quickly:: All: They will get in. They are too strong.
<Akima_Karrina> Both: Look, the only place in here to hide is under the bed, and any idiot would look there first.

ACTION:: Under the table is a small square in the floor. No handle or hinge, but the cuts in the wood can be seen.::

<Man> Akima: Then we are certain to die.
<Akima_Karrina> ::looks around for anything in the small house that might be usable to pry up the square:: Man: Maybe not..
<Woman> :: begins crying and holding her baby close, as the growling gets louder outside::
<Akima_Karrina> ::grabs a large knife and works to pry up the square under the table:: Woman: Do these people know what your baby looks like?

ACTION:: The block of wood moves upwards, slowly. It is thick and heavy, but will move out of its slot::

<Akima_Karrina> Man: Hurry. Get your fingers under here and lift
<Woman> ::looks to Akima with a confused look::
<Man> Akima: People? These things are no people. ::moves under the table to help::
<Akima_Karrina> Woman: Do they know what he looks like? If you take him down there and he cries, he will give you away. If they don't know what he looks like, I can keep him up here

ACTION:: The growling gets very loud and screeching and squealing sounds join the mix. The sources can't be more than ten meters away now.::

<Woman> ::shakes her head and holds her baby closer yet::
<Man> Akima: Are you insane? You can't stay up here. ::lifts the four inch thick wooden block out of the opening::
<Akima_Karrina> ::sighs and nods, helping to lift the square:: Man: Why not? They aren't looking for me

ACTION:: Inside the opening is pitch dark. What they can't see is a short ladder that goes into the mouth of a tunnel.::

<Man> Akima: They aren't looking for anyone. They are here to kill everyone.
<Akima_Karrina> Man: Lovely. When it is safe, you'll have to explain to me who "they" are. Get down there, quickly
<Man> ::grabs a candle and heads down, followed by the woman and her baby girl::
<Akima_Karrina> ::climbs down after them, quietly lowering the square as she goes::

ACTION:: As the woman disappears into the darkness below, the building begins to shake and the growling, screeching, squealing and howling is right outside, louder than ever. Whatever it is is trying to tear the building apart::

<Man> ::leads them down the tunnel not knowing where it goes:: Akima: Where are we going?
<Akima_Karrina> Man: I don't know
<Man> That was your home, was it not? ::worried now::
<Akima_Karrina> Man: Not quite.. it's rather hard to explain..

ACTION:: The sounds of the building crumbling above the tunnel entrance can be heard.::

<Woman> ::moves closer to the man, not trusting Akima fully now::
<Man> Akima: When we get to safety... If we get to safety, you will need to explain.
<Akima_Karrina> Man: Of course. As much as I can anyway. There are some parts of this I don't understand myself..

ACTION:: Grunts and growls echo into the tunnel as something enters at the opening.::

<Woman> ::looks back in terror and rushes ahead faster::
<Akima_Karrina> ::curses under her breath, moving faster::
<Man> :: doesn't look back and begins to run, not saying a word::

ACTION:: The growls get closer and closer, very quickly, followed by more as more enter the tunnel::

<Akima_Karrina> ::runs after him::
<Woman> ::trips and falls, her child extended in front of her as her arms hit the ground.::
<Man> ::slides to a stop and looks back to her, horror in his eyes::
<Akima_Karrina> ::jumps over the woman, picks up the baby, and hands it to the man before turning to help the woman to her feet::

ACTION:: The man takes the baby and turns to run with her. As Akima turns to help the woman, she sees the creatures rip her apart with short curved blades. Blood flies everywhere and splatter across Akima's face::

<Akima_Karrina> :: pulls her saber handle from her belt and ignites it, lighting the tunnel::

ACTION:: The creatures squeal loudly at the sight of the saber and move back a bit. However one steps forward and the sword he holds ignites in a brilliant blue-green flame::

<Akima_Karrina> ::slashes her saber at the beast's sword hand, staying low and moving from side to side, hoping to make it hard for him to counter-attack in the tight quarters::

ACTION :: The creature blocks her swing, as if expecting it. He quickly swipes his leg to knock her feet from under her::

<Akima_Karrina> ::jumps over his leg:: Beast: Who are you? :: backs up a step or two, not expecting an answer really::

ACTION:: The creature moves to one side and slashes out at her with his sword. The other creatures behind him begin to move so they can go past him, as if aching to run after the man::

<Akima_Karrina> ::steps aside and dodges his swing, deciding to try something else.. just based soley on the appearance of his sword:: {Beast} Who are you?

ACTION:: The creature tilts his head curiously, then shows his sharp needle-like teeth before making an all out attack on her, swinging wildly. This attack allows some of the creatures to pass the fight and go after the man and child::

<Akima_Karrina> ::curses as they pass her, turning and running after the man:: ~~~calls on the force to run faster and hopefully pass them~~~

ACTION:: Akima passes the running creatures, leaving the one with the sword behind::

<Akima_Karrina> ::catches up with the man and baby:: Man: Keep running. ::stops and looks up at the roof of the tunnel, looking for support beams of some kind::
<Man> ::hears the creatures coming again, and sees a dim light ahead, hoping for the opening of the tunnel::
<Akima_Karrina> ::curses at the lack of beams, but jams her saber into the rock, trying to cause a cave in.. and stays ready to run her little butt out of there if she manages to start one::

ACTION:: The creatures begin to gain on them again, as the man can not run fast enough. The dim light gets brighter and new sounds of rushing water fill the tunnel::

<Man> ::holds the baby closer and tries to pour on more speed, but can't as he is close to exhaustion::

ACTION:: Akima's saber carves a trench in the cave, but does little more than cause some rock and dirt to fall. Not enough for a cave-in::

<Akima_Karrina> ::frowns and moves faster, putting her saber away and strenghtening herself with the force, grabbing the man as she passes him and carrying him and the child with her::
<Creature with Sword> {Akima}: Growl, grunt, grunt, hummm, squeal!
<Akima_Karrina> {Creature}: And that means what?

ACTION:: Howling fills the tunnel behind them, and the sound of rushing water ahead of them, as they can now see a waterfall at the end of the tunnel, blocking the exit::

<Akima_Karrina> ::runs to the waterfall as quickly as she can carrying the man, and looks for a way out::
<Man> Akima: If you insist on carrying us, please find a way to keep us alive. ::looks to the waterfall and then to the baby girl:: Girl: I promise that they won't get you.
<Akima_Karrina> Man: I'm trying! At least carrying you kept you alive a bit longer. :: puts him down and searches the end of the tunnel frantically::
<Man> ::quickly moves to the waterfall and looks back at the howling creatures as they grow near:: Girl: This would be a better death, I promise you. :: pulls back to throw the girl out at the waterfall::
<Akima_Karrina> Man: No!
<Man> ::launches the baby towards the waterfall::
<Akima_Karrina> ~~~catches the baby in mid-air~~~

ACTION:: As the baby leaves his hands, two creatures jump on him and rip him apart. Several others move to Akima to do the same::

<Akima_Karrina> ::jumps, grabbing the baby out of the air on the way, and holding her breath::

ACTION:: Akima moves through the water, however, when she comes out the otherside, she finds herself tumbling down a sand dune, holding nothing in her arms::

<Akima_Karrina> :: puts out her arms and legs to stop herself, looking around and wondering where the baby went::

ACTION:: All Akima can see is an arid sea of sand dunes, as she comes to a complete stop. The only sounds she hears is the siftinf sand and blowing wind.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::stands up and shades her eyes, turning in circles and squinting for a sight of anything different at all::

ACTION:: Far off, very far off, is what looks to be something that is out of place among the dunes::

<Akima_Karrina> ~~~enhances her eyesight and tries to make out what it is~~~

ACTION:: It is still too far off to see what exactly it is, but it's lines are more defined, showing sharper edges to it, and giving it some more dimension, making it larger than one may expect from first glance. ::

<Akima_Karrina> ::sighs and wonders how she'll get there without water then takes off walking down the sand dune::

ACTION:: The sun looks to be setting, but a second brighter one is rising behind her.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::frowns:: Self: I don't think I like this one..

ACTION:: The wind picks up, blowing hot sand at her back. Not hard enough to cut her to the bone, but enough to cause annoying stinging sensations::

<Akima_Karrina> ::grumbles:: ~~~runs with the force, hoping to lessen the stinging and get there faster, doing what she can to lessen her need for water as she goes~~~

ACTION:: The sand is pushed from under her feet, as she rushes over the dunes. The stinging sand no longer stings and she can make out the shape of what was in the dunes. It is a ruins of some sort.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::keeps heading for the ruins::

ACTION:: What seems like an hour of running, she makes it to the ruins. Outside, it is a fortress half covered with sand. There are a couple openings still not covered by the sand.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::steps inside one of the openings::

ACTION:: Inside she sees a room littered with bones and skulls that look much like the same creatures she just escaped from. Some look almost life-like.::

<Akima_Karrina> Self: Well someone sure succeeded in killing them..

ACTION:: She can see something that looks like an alter, and on it is a shiny metal object::

<Akima_Karrina> ::walks over and looks at the object::

ACTION:: The object is a saber hilt. The design is not one that she is familiar with. It almost looks like one a Sith would carry.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::carefully reaches out and picks it up then tries to turn it on::

ACTION:: The saber does not turn on. It is not functioning at all::

<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs and hangs it on her belt anyway, then examines the altar more closely::

ACTION:: The altar has several glyphs on it, and some etched markings in a language she can understand. Almost like it was meant for her.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::reads the markings::

ACTION:: The markings read, "This fortress was foresaken by the beast that uses the power that was to be used by only those with the honor to use it. They live so that you may destroy them. With this saber, you can accomplish this".::

<Akima_Karrina> ::frowns and looks over the saber again, wondering how to destroy the beasts with a saber that doesn't work::

ACTION:: Leaning along one side of the altar are several swords, similar to that the creature attacked her with::

<Akima_Karrina> ::opens up the saber hilt to check for gems::

ACTION:: The crystals inside are practically turned into dust as she opens the hilt::

<Akima_Karrina> ::raises an eyebrow:: Well that explains a lot. ::sets the hilt down and picks up one of the swords, looking to see if it can be opened in any way::

ACTION:: The swords look to be solid as if a normal sword of old days::

<Akima_Karrina> ::takes one of those anyway, figuring if she can bring things out of this world, Auron would love to study it. She closes the saber hilt again and hangs it back on her belt::

ACTION:: The sword feels light in her hand, but looks heavy. There are no switches or other activation pads on it to get the flame to come on.::

<Akima_Karrina> ~~~tries to make the flame come on~~~

ACTION:: The sword ignites brightly and the flame doesn't limit itself to the blade, but travels past the hilt and up her arm. The flame doesn't burn, but it feels uncomfortable on her arm.::

<Akima_Karrina> ~~~uses the force to try to tone it down in length~~~

ACTION:: The flame obeys her command and retreats to the blade only::

<Akima_Karrina> ~~~shuts it off~~~ Interesting..

ACTION:: The second sun reaches it's highest point in the sky, casting a shadow across the room::

<Akima_Karrina> ::follows the shadow back with her eyes and notices the sand getting deeper in the opening. She takes the sword and leaves the room, looking to see if any more openings are still unburied::

ACTION:: As Akima moves through the opening and into the bright sunlight. The light is blinding, but as she regains her sight, she notices that she is now on a ship of some sort.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::shakes her head and looks around, wondering how to get back "home"::

ACTION:: A brilliant explosion shakes the ship and fills the corridor ahead of Akima with flames.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::looks behind her::

ACTION:: More explosions can be heard as the ship shudders. The corridor behind her is vacant, but voices can be heard around the corner.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::hurries back away from the explosion and around the corner::

ACTION:: Zyu are climbing into their escape pods, and a window port shows that most of the pods are being destroyed as they leave the ship. Akima can see one last pod is left.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::considers the pods, seeing that they're mostly being destroyed, and stops one of the Zyu:: What's happening?

ACTION:: The Zyu gives her an odd look and climbs into the pod, then motions for her to follow.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs and follows him::

ACTION:: The pod closes and fills in with a gel substance before being launched. Once launched it comes under attack and an explosion causes another bright light to blind her.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::closes her eyes against the light::

ACTION:: The chair lowers as the gel fades off of Akima. The attendants move in and adjust the settings to help Akima adjust back to the real world.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::hears them and feels the lowering chair, opening her eyes again::
<Attendant> Akima: Miss Jedi, how are you feeling? ::helps prepare her to leave the chair::
<Akima_Karrina> Attendant: Fine. ::tries to get visions of the torn apart man and woman out of her mind::
<Attendant> Akima: Your experience was a good one, Miss Jedi? ::helps her stand up:: Very real, was it not?
<Akima_Karrina> Attendant: Quite. Was it real?
<Attendant> Akima: Oh yes, Miss Jedi. I am told that the experiences are actual historical events. However, some say that events that there are no record for have also been experienced. Perplexing, I would say.
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods::
<Rettil> Akima: How was it, really? ::looks the chair over::
<Akima_Karrina> Rettil: I imagine your experience will be different than mine, so I doubt I can tell you..
<Rettil> Akima: Well, you survived much better than your friend, Auron. I guess I will have a try. ::takes a seat::

ACTION:: One attendant escorts Akima to another room, while the remaining attendant takes care of Rettil::

<Akima_Karrina> ::walks with the attendant, quiet and thoughtful::

ACTION:: Minutes later the fleet drops from hyperspace, just short of a large debris field.::

>-< END >-<

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The fleet moves slowly towards a debris field. Smaller craft leave various ships to investigate the debris field. The Zyu ships keep their distance, as they has no need to investigate. They know what caused the debris and are watching sensors closely.

The Jedi on the Zyu ships are being allowed to explore any and all aspects of the Zyu that they wish. They are treated much like royalty.

Auron has recovered quickly from his ordeal in the chair. Akima is doing fine and has had no ill effects from her experiences. All the two have are the memories of those experiences.

Rettil is still in the chair, encapsulated in the protective gel substance.

>-< BEGIN >-<

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @ ::gives the order to send a probe into the field to scan for various things::

@ACTION:: a probe is launched after several minutes from when the order was given. Once it enters the debris field, it scans for life signs, energy sources and etc.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::lays in her bed and looks up at the ceiling::
<Akima's Assistant> ::sits quietly, watching Akima... studying her::
<Akima_Karrina> Assistant: I feel fine. You don't have to stare at me.
<Akima's Assistant> ::still sits, studying her:: Akima: I am merely monitoring you to see if there is any delayed reactions.
<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs at her assistant and keeps staring at the ceiling::
<Akima's Assistant> ::stands:: Akima: Is there anything you desire? I will get it for you.
<Akima_Karrina> ::shakes her head:: No thank you. How long are you supposed to watch me for delayed reactions?
<Akima's Assistant> ::sits again:: Akima: Until you feel well enough to rejoin your fellow Jedi.
<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs and sits up slowly, testing how she feels::

@ACTION:: Probes report energy residue within the field, but no sources of energy. The residue could be from the explosion or weapons fire. Life signs are not detected by the probe. Other scans show nothing of use.::

<Auron_Xochital> :: chases down a Zyu and politely asks where he might find some refreshment::
<Zyu Crewmember> Auron: There is a station at the end of this corridor and to the left. Otherwise you could go up two levels and find one close by.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: Zyu: Thank you. :: turns and heads back to the chair room::
<Assistant 1> ::looks over to Auron briefly before returning his attention to the chair controls::
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks from Rettil to the assistant:: This is a remarkable device.
<Assistant 1> ::nods:: Auron: Would it be forward of me to ask what your experience in the chair was? We never tried it without being set previously.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: I.. :: thinks back on the experience:: It would be difficult to explain.
<Assistant 1> ::adjusts the controls ever so slightly:: Auron: I understand.
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks back up at the chair:: When was this device created? And was it's function intended or a surprise? :: mostly asking rhetorically::
<Assistant 1> ::adjusts the controls again:: Auron: This has been in service for over a decade. Its primary purpose is a training tool. It was a "surprise" when the tool developed interactive capabilities when a Jedi used it.
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks back to the assistant:: I see.. And the first time that secondary function was discovered was when our predecessor was here?
<Assistant 1> ::nods:: Auron: He and others from his crew had a definite interactive experience, though we still have no explanation for it, not all were Jedi. This particular ship and device were not built at that time.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: Could it have been something unique to the ship and device they encountered that this ship does not posess?
<Assistant 1> ::shakes his head:: Auron: No, the devices had not changed over the years. It is the same as out first one.
<Auron_Xochital> :: scratches his chin:: I see.. Was this a technology developed by the Zyu or something that was found and adapted?

ACTION:: An alarm sounds in the room and the chair begins to lower::

<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to Rettil and the chair::
<Assistant 1> Auron: It is Zyuite. ::looks to the controls then to Rettil, before pushing the button to stop the alarm and send for help::
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to the assistant:: What's wrong?

ACTION:: Several Zyu enter the room and move to the chair to help remove Rettil, who seems to be unconscious::

<Assistant 1> Auron: Your friend must have pushed his limits a bit too far and may have injured himself.
<Auron_Xochital> :: frowns::

ACTION:: The Zyu carry Rettil away for medical help::

<Akima_Karrina> Assistant: So if I feel fine, which I do, may I rejoin them at any time?
<Akima's Assistant> ::nods and stands:: Akima: If you so wish.
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods and hops down off her bed, then leaves the room and heads for the chair room::

<Assistant 1> ::looks to Auron:: Auron: Is there somewhere else you wish to be?
<Auron_Xochital> :: turns and heads out of the chair room to follow the group taking Rettil away::
<Assistant 1> ::follows Auron::
<Akima_Karrina> Auron: There you are. I was coming to find you. Where's Rettil?
<Auron_Xochital> :: points after the Zyu and continues following them::
<Akima_Karrina> ::raises an eyebrow and turns to follow::
<Auron_Xochital> :: speaks while he jogs after them:: Rettil is unconscious, they said he over-exerted himself.

ACTION:: The Zyu carry Rettil into a room that seals itself. The room looked to be a medical facility of some sort.::

<Akima_Karrina> Auron: Well he must have done more than jump into a waterfall without knowing what's behind it, because I came out fine..
<Auron_Xochital> :: stops at the sealed room and frowns, checking the former entrance::
<Assistant 1> Both: It is best if we allow them to revive your friend. I would be happy to take you elsewhere until that time.
<Akima_Karrina> ::almost runs into him from behind::
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to the assistant:: Alright. :: looks to Akima:: Anywhere in particular you're interested in going?
<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs and shakes her head:: Auron: Nowhere in particular
<Auron_Xochital> :: thinks:: Assistant: How about some refreshment, is there a mess hall or cafeteria or something onboard?
<Assistant 1> ::nods:: Auron: There is a station two levels above here. I will show you. ::heads towards the lift::
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods and follows the assistant::

ACTION:: The lift door opens and the assistant enters. Akima's assistant has left them to tend to other duties.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::follows Auron and the assistant::

ACTION:: After the very short trip up two levels, the Assistant leaves the lift and shows the way to the feeding station.::

<Auron_Xochital> :: looks around the ship interestedly as he follows the assistant::

ACTION:: The feeding station has various portals and controls next to them. Several Zyu enter some codes into the controls and a food of some type appears within the portal, hovering in place::

<Auron_Xochital> :: raises an eyebrow and looks to the assistant:: Exactly how does this work?
<Assistant 1> ::moves to a portal:: Both: You can either enter the code for the food item you desire or browse the menu and enter the code once you find it. ::shows the menu functions::
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods and looks over the menu::
<Akima_Karrina> :: peers over his shoulder at the menu::
<Auron_Xochital> :: browses the sub-menu for humanoids and chooses something that sounds good, punching in the code for it:: Very considerate of them to have a menu for humanoids.
<Akima_Karrina> Right.. :: picks something that looks all right and punches in the code::
<Assistant 1> Auron: There is one? It must be an old menu. I had never seen it before.

ACTION:: The portals light up and the food items appear in the portal, hovering in place::

<Auron_Xochital> :: takes his selection and looks around for a table::
<Auron_Xochital> :: moves to sit with Akima::
<Assistant 1> Both: Unless you need further assistance, I will be leaving you.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods to the assistant:: That will be fine, thank you.
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods:: Thanks

@ACTION:: Sensors throughout the fleet sound off as something large appears on long range sensors. The Zyu ships go on high alert.::

>-< END >-<

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A large object has entered sensor range, as the fleet is positioned on the edge of a large debris field. The Zyu ships have gone on high alert and have sent their concerns to the Admiral.

Among the rushing beings on one Zyu ship, Auron and Akima have sat to eat, while Rettil is being cared for in the medical bay.

>-< BEGIN >-<

@ACTION:: The Admiral has ordered the Arcaine to move out ahead of the fleet and try to communicate with the large object, which Lt. Cmdr. Gerrig objects to, but follows her orders. The Arcaine leaves the protection of the fleet and moves through the debris to get a clear shot at sending a message to the object that is still far off.::

<Akima_Karrina> ::starts eating her dinner, hearing the humming sound:: Auron: Wonder what that is..
<Auron_Xochital> :: shrugs, stretching out his senses to get a sense of the general feeling onboard the Zyu ship as he starts eating::

ACTION:: Auron senses fear and tension among most of the crew::

<Auron_Xochital> :: frowns, scarfing down some of his meal:: Do you feel that?
<Akima_Karrina> ::keeps eating, feeling for the mood on the ship::
<Akima_Karrina> ::eats a bit faster:: Auron: Yeah..

ACTION:: A very faint rumbling can be heard where Akimma and Auron are, since they aren't too far from a hangar bay::

<Auron_Xochital> :: finishes eating quickly and stands up::
<Akima_Karrina> ::follows suit, just knowing she'll have indigestion later::
<Auron_Xochital> :: hurries out of the mess area, trying to remember the way to the command deck/bridge/ect, assuming they were every told/shown::
<Akima_Karrina> ::follows Auron, wondering what's going on::

ACTION:: The majority of the Zyu they see are heading for the hangar bay, but a few are heading elsewhere. The command deck is several levels up and quite a ways to walk from the lift.::

<Auron_Xochital> :: stops a rushing Zyu:: Excuse me, I won't keep you long, but what is going on? Is the fleet under attack?
<Zyu Pilot> Auron: As far as we are concerned, yes. You would be best off taking shelter. ::moves on quickly::
<Akima_Karrina> ::stops and blinks:: Auron: As far as they're concerned?
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to Akima:: Well that isn't good. Command deck?
<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs:: Auron: Since I don't intend to learn to fly one of their ships, that sounds like a good idea.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods and hurries towards the nearest lift::

ACTION:: The lift opens as they approach::

<Auron_Xochital> :: steps in and presses the button for the command deck::

ACTION:: The button does not respond to his touch::

<Auron_Xochital> :: raises an eyebrow and tries again::
<Akima_Karrina> Auron: Maybe because of the alarm.. but that wouldn't make sense when people need to get places.
<Zyu Pilot2> ::sees the two Jedi in the lift and goes to help:: Both: This lift is not conditioned to your use. Where would you like to go?
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to the pilot and smiles, nodding:: Ah, I see. We would like to go to the command deck to see if we can help.
<Zyu Pilot2> ::twists his mouth wondering if that could be possible and shrugs in his own way:: Auron: Very well. :: presses his appendage into the wall:: Lift: Command Center. ::steps out and moves along his way::

ACTION:: The lift closes and zips through the ship::

@ACTION:: The Arcaine moves out of the debris field and stops::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @::looks at the sensor data:: 2nd Lt. Topp: Double check sensors and determine if we have anything in our databanks to identify that.
<2nd Lt. Topp> @ Gerrig: Aye. ::moves over to the sensor station and helps the crewmember there::

ACTION:: In less than a minute, the lift stops and opens to reveal a long corridor::

<Akima_Karrina> ::steps out of the lift::
<Auron_Xochital> :: steps out after Akima and hurries towards the command deck::

ACTION:: As they move down the corridor, they can hear activity through the walls of the corridor. Though there is a corridor, they have yet to see any doors::

<Akima_Karrina> Auron: I think this is another of those things that only they can see
<Auron_Xochital> :: thinks:: Oh? ~~~ stretches his sight and looks around the corridor as he moves down it~~~

ACTION:: Auron can see motion behind the walls. The movement is urgent and purposeful, as Zyu do their tasks quickly. The tension seems to be very high on the entire deck::

<Auron_Xochital> :: shakes his head and continues on:: They're frantic about something.
<Akima_Karrina> Auron: I imagine so, but we still don't know what
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods::

<2nd Lt. Topp> @ ::returns to Gerrig:: Gerrig: Sensors confirm that the object is several kilometers in width and height, and roughly one hundred kilometers in length. It is currently five thousand kilometers away and moving at five hundred kilometers per hour. Our databanks have no record of anything even similar to it. ::not liking what he had to report::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @ ::looks over to him slowly:: Topp: You could have just told me that the sensor data is confirmed and been done with it. ::sighs:: Prepare fighters and weapons, but don't do anything beyond that. Have the message transmitted on all frequencies and possible languages.
<2nd Lt. Topp> @ ::just nods and rushes off to take care of things::

ACTION:: Close to sixty small fighters leave the Zyu ships and form up between them. They look incredibly effective, but also have a battle weary look about them.::

<Akima_Karrina> Auron: Think maybe we should knock? ::laughs a little::

ACTION:: The two Jedi reach the end of the corridor and find what loos to be a dead end.::

<Auron_Xochital> :: raises an eyebrow, then turns back down the corridor and laughs a bit:: Oh, this *is* the command deck. :: motions to the walls::
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods:: Auron: But we can't be of any help in this corridor
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: Seems that way. :: steps over and taps lightly on a wall::
<Zyu Aide> ::slips through a wall and approaches the Jedi:: Both: Vice Ventri wishes to know why you have come here.
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to the Zyu:: We were curious what was going on and wondered if there was a way we could help.
<Zyu Aide> ::gives them an odd look:: Auron: Vice Ventri wishes that you either join him or aid our pilots, as some other Jedi have already done.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: What would Vice Ventri have us do?
<Zyu Aide> ::gives Auron an even odder look:: Auron: Vice Ventri would more than likely explain that if you choose to join him.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods again:: I'm sure, I'm just trying to see where our talents would be put to the best use in this case.
<Zyu Aide> Auron: As was stated before, Jedi have been joining our fighter squadrons. Your abilities could be very useful there. The choice is yours.
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to Akima:: Feel like flying? :: grins::
<Akima_Karrina> ::shrugs:: Auron: I suppose. I'm better hand to hand, but I'll fly
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods and looks back to the Zyu:: We will join the fighter squadrons. Can we fly your fighter craft? Or will we need to acquire our own?
<Zyu Aide> Auron: You have your own? We have plenty to choose from. You should be able to pilot them.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: That will be fine then. Thank you. :: looks to Akima:: Shall we?
<Akima_Karrina> ::smiles and nods:: Sure
<Auron_Xochital> :: takes off down the corridor back towards the lift::
<Akima_Karrina> ::follows him::
<Zyu Aide> ::follows them to operate the lift::

ACTION:: The lift opens and the aide sets it to take them to the hangar and leave before the lift closes::

@ACTION:: Several minutes after the message is sent, sensors detect what looks to be a cloud of objects emitting from the large object. There is no way at this time to determine what the cloud actually consists of, yet::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @:: watches the sensors:: Topp: Lt. get us out of here and fast. I don't like the look of that.
<2nd Lt. Topp> @ ::nods and quickly helps plot an escape course::
<2nd Lt. Topp> @ ::gives Gerrig the courses he has put in for her to choose::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @ ::looks them over quickly and nods to one:: Topp: Make it fast.

@ACTION:: The Arcaine activates its hrusters and banks hard to leave the scene::

>-< END >-<

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The Arcaine is at full thrust as it rushes back towards the fleet. The cloud that was emitted from the large object has gained on them, though.

Meanwhile, the Zyu fighters have taken up defensive positions around their ships. The Zyu commanders have expressed their concerns to the fleet commanders, but the Admiral is committed to attempting peaceful communication, first.

>-< BEGIN >-<

<Auron_Xochital> :: hurries to a fighter and climbs inside, looking over the controls::
<Akima_Karinna> ::runs to another empty one and climbs in, hoping the controls are similar to something she's seen before::

ACTION:: The controls are very basic. The language isn't something that they know, but the layout looks very familiar::

<Akima_Karinna> ::shrugs and ignores the unfamilier language, running through the start up sequence based on the positions of the controls::
<Auron_Xochital> :: runs through the sequence of controls that he would for other types of fighters and hopes for the best::

ACTION:: the fighters are fully loaded with six missiles and four torpedoes, which is very heavy for such a small fighter. The blaster weaponry is very simple which makes recharging them take only seconds.::

<Auron_Xochital> :: smiles as the fighter starts up, pushing the engines to fly out of the hangar and meet up with the others::
<Akima_Karinna> ::looks over the display and nods to herself, carefully lifting off and leaving the hanger::

ACTION:: information is relayed to the fighters from the main Zyu ship. The cloud formation has been identified as several hundred thousand Dambri buzz fighters.::

<Akima_Karinna> ::speeds up to join the other fighters::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @ ::sends an urgent message to the Admiral to prepare defenses and an immediate escape route::

@ACTION:: The Arcaine nears the front of the fleet and receives a reply from the Admiral expressing disbelief and disregard for defensive action.::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @ 2nd Lt. Topp: What is he thinking! ::slams her fist down onto her chair arm:: Contact every commander in the fleet and convince them to defend themselves. This is not going to be pretty. I just know it.
<2nd Lt. Topp> @ ::rushes immediately to the communications console and gets several other officers to do the same, hoping to get more of the fleet over to their way of thinking.::

@ACTION:: Several ships in the fleet begin to form up in a defensive pattern, against the wishes of the Admiral::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @ ::moves the Arcaine into position with the four ships that have taken their advice, cursing the others who are certain to be killed, in her opinion::

@ACTION:: The Sustinance, the Mercy, the Intruder III and the Ghost II welcome the Arcaine in their formation. Their combined shields should help against the small fighters, but if the larger carrier ship were to throw something at them, it may be a bumpy ride.::

ACTION:: A squadron of Zyu fighters take point and head into the debris field towards the oncoming buzz fighters::

<Auron_Xochital> :: hangs back, watching his sensors as the Zyu fighters rush the Dambri::

ACTION:: As the buzz fighters reach the other side of the field, they scatter and move into the field.::

<Akima_Karinna> ::starts toward the battle, but slower than the others, wanting to get an idea of the enemy tactics before rushing in::
<Auron_Xochital> :: powers up his fighter's shields and weapons::

ACTION:: The first squadron is broken up by attacking buzz fighters and quickly destroyed. The buzz fighters continue to surge through the field towards the fleet::

<Akima_Karinna> ::shakes her head as she watches:: Self: This is not good..
<Auron_Xochital> :: shrugs:: Guess it's now or never. :: pushes his engines to rush forward with the next squadron of Zyu fighters:: {Akima}: May the Force be with us.

ACTION:: Two more Zyu squadrons move in to attack, at full speed::

<Akima_Karinna> :: pushes forward as well:: {Auron}: We're gonna need it..

ACTION:: The buzz fighters swarm on the Zyu fighters, while the majority of the buzz fighters pass by to attack the fleet, leaving the Zyu ships alone for the moment::

<Akima_Karinna> ::fires at buzz fighters coming past her, hoping to stop some of them before they get to the fleet::
<Auron_Xochital> ~~~ stretches his senses and taps the Force to speed up his reflexes and sensory input ~~~ :: flies erratically, attacking the buzz fighters without mercy::

ACTION:: The Force enhanced reflexes of Akima and Auron give them a slight advantage over the Zyu pilots and they manage to stay alive and take out several buzz fighters. The Dambri pilots are bewildered by this and pull back from them momentarily::

<Akima_Karinna> ::keeps on the offensive, shooting down as many buzz fighters as she can::
<Auron_Xochital> :: pushes his fighter even harder::

@ACTION:: The Arcaine launches her fighters to try and head off the buzz fighter attack on the rest of the fleet. The pilots know this could be a suicide mission, but feel it's their duty to protect the fleet::

@ACTION:: The fleet pilots are extremely experienced and manage to destroy quite a few buzz fighters before being destroyed themselves. The other ships in the fleet seeing the carnage decide they wish to defend themselves and launch fighters. However, for some it's too late and explosions appear throughout the fleet::

@ACTION:: The Pandora eventually sends out her fighter squadrons. She too comes under attack and fighters are being destroyed as they leave the hangar bays::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @ ::as much as she would like to move to defend the Pandora, she feels it would weaken the ships at her side if she did so, and diminish her own survival. She keeps the Arcaine where it is::

ACTION:: The Dambri regroup within the debris field and begin a run on the remaining Zyu fighters, including Akima and Auron::

ACTION:: Nearly all of the Zyu fighters are gone now. Only a handful remain. The buzz fighters are concentrating on the fighters piloted by Jedi. They can sense the use of the Force within the fighters and home in on that. This makes the fighting much more violent and merciless::

<Akima_Karinna> {Auron}: Looks like they know we're special.. ::keeps dodging and firing::
<Auron_Xochital> :: frowns and shifts his tactics to defending himself and the other Jedi:: {Akima}: This isn't good.

ACTION:: Two buzz fighters pull in on Akima's tail and she can't shake them. So far they have not been able to get a good shot at her, but it is getting harder to keep that from happening::

<Akima_Karinna> ::curses under her breath and drops a little below them, then stops dead::

ACTION:: Two of the Jedi's fighters are destroyed, but not before taking out several dozen buzz fighters. Meanwhile, Akima's trick does buy her time, but the buzz fighters turn hard and quickly fire upon her, reducing her shield strength to half::

<Akima_Karinna> ::fires back on the two fighters::
<Auron_Xochital> :: moves quickly to Akima's aid::

ACTION:: Akima manages to destroy one of the fighters, but the other one zips past her knocking out her maneuvering thrusters. Six others move in to finish her off and take on Auron::

<Auron_Xochital> :: frowns:: Oh no you don't.. ~~~ taps the dark side ever so slightly, attacking the buzz ships fiercely ~~~
<Akima_Karinna> ::shoots at any of the fighters who get in front of her::

ACTION:: Exploding buzz fighters fill the debris field as Auron and two other Jedi converge on the scene. One of the Jedi isn't quick enough and gets sandwiched between two out of control buzz fighters, taking him with them::

<Auron_Xochital> :: flies around Akima's ship in a more or less random and unpredictable pattern, firing on any buzz ships that get too close for comfort::

@ACTION:: The buzz fighters are increasing the debris field by destroying most of the fleet's ships. The Arciane and Intruder III use their fire power to prevent further destruction, though. The buzz fighters around what is left of the fleet suddenly turn back to the debris field to help attack the Jedi pilots::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @ ::sinks into her seat, letting the tension go out of her frame:: 2nd Lt. Topp: Who's left, Lt.?
<2nd Lt. Topp> @ ::checks his sensors and communications crew and a few moments later:: Gerrig: The Sustinance, Intruder III, Mercy, and Tasker are all in good shape. The Pandora took on extremely heavy damage and has requested evacuation of most of her crew. No other survivors. :: pauses for a moment:: Oh, and the Zyu ships seem to be intact.

ACTION:: The Zyu ships fire their weapons on the buzz fighters leaving the destroyed fleet, taking most of them out. Only a few manage to escape into the debris field. Moments later, all of the buzz fighters retreat out of the other side of the field and towards their carrier ship, which has gotten closer since launching the fighters::

<Auron_Xochital> :: lets out a breath and lets his grasp on the dark side fade:: {Akima}: Are you alright?
<Akima_Karinna> {Auron}: Yes, but I've lost maneuvering thrusters and I don't know enough about this ship to rip it apart. ::starts trying to re-route power using the buttons and menus on the screen::
<Auron_Xochital> {Akima}: Alright, we're safe for now, but we need to hurry back to the fleet.
<Akima_Karinna> ::keeps trying to get her thrusters back:: {Auron}: Believe me, I'm trying..

ACTION:: Power fades off as Akima hits a combination of buttons::

<Akima_Karinna> ::wonders if that means it's been routed to the thrusters and gives it a very careful try::

ACTION:: The fighter looks and feels to be powered down completely and nothing responds to Akima's touch::

<Akima_Karinna> ::curses:: {Auron}: I think I messed it up more.. ::tries to bring power back::

ACTION:: Nothing she does brings the power back online, however, the fighter does power up on it's own, since the self diagnostic is done and the fighter managed to repair some of the damaged systems, giving Akima limited mobility now::

<Auron_Xochital> :: frowns:: {Akima}: Alright. :: checks over the controls for any kind of towing function to tow her back to the fleet::
<Akima_Karinna> ::smiles:: {Auron}: I've got some movement.. I'll get back.. ::turns and slowly and carefully starts making her way back to the Zyu ship::
<Auron_Xochital> :: sighs and moves to escort her back::

ACTION:: The fighters make it back to the Zyu ship and crews meet them to care for the shps, as well as medical staff for the pilots::

<Akima_Karinna> ::climbs out of her ship in relief, looking around for Auron::
<Auron_Xochital> :: steps over to Akima::
<Akima_Karinna> ::smiles and hugs him:: Auron: Thanks
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: Your welcome.
<Akima_Karinna> Auron: I don't think they like Jedi much.. an attitude I'm slowly getting used to.. ::frowns::
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods and stops a passing Zyu:: What is the status?
<Zyu Crewman> Auron: Status?
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: Of the fleet, and the enemy.
<Zyu Crewman> Auron: The Dambri have retreated to their carrier and are on their way here. Your fleet is all but destroyed. Only a few ships remain.
<Auron_Xochital> :: frowns:: Thank you. Can the Dambri carrier be attacked with fighters or should we remain here?
<Akima_Karinna> :: pales as she hears it::
<Zyu Crewman> Auron: You ask my opinion?
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: Yes.
<Zyu> Auron: I am no expert, but my opinion is neither. We must flee for our lives.
<Akima_Karinna> {Auron}: I'm with him.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods again:: Understood, thank you. :: turns to Akima:: Well, this really isn't good.
<Akima_Karinna> ::shakes her head:: Auron: Not at all..
<Auron_Xochital> :: frowns, thinking:: I don't like not having a way to help.
<Akima_Karinna> Auron: Neither do I, but it seems as if these things will wipe out everyone if we stick around..

@ACTION:: The large Dambri carrier increases speed towards the fleet.::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @ ::lets out a sigh and puts her head in her hands:: Self: Why didn't they listen. ::straightens up:: Topp: Send word that we will be sending our shuttles to transport the Pandora crew to the Mercy. Let the Mercy know out intentions.
<2nd Lt. Topp> @ Gerrig: Commander, the larger ship is increasing speed towards us. Given it's rate, we may not have more than an hour to transport crew.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @ Topp: Then get on it quick. Have the other ships help, as well. ::switches her screen to show the sensor data for the larger Dambri ship::

@ACTION:: All ships with functioning shuttles launch them to meet up with the Pandora. The Pandora launches her last fighter squadron, Screamer Squadron. Screamer Squadron is made up solely of Banshee Starfighters.::

<2nd Lt. Topp> @ ::looks over to Commander Gerrig:: Gerrig: Commander. The Pandora is requesting that we take on Screamer Squadron. Our bay is nearly empty, so we do have room.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @ ::thinks a moment:: Topp: We'll put them up. Have quarters cleaned out and prepared. :: begins to feel sick to her stomach when thinking of all of the crew she has lost and those lost throughout the fleet::

@ACTION:: Shuttles move between ships at a fevered pace, as Screamer Squadron makes its way to the Arcaine hangar bay, filling it with twenty four fighters, leaving only enough room for six shuttles to return::

ACTION:: The Zyu ships move to form up with the remaining fleet ships to offer assistance::

@ACTION:: Several small explosions can be seen on the Pandora's hull and it begins to break apart, as the last of the shuttles leave her vacinity::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @ ::sees the large carrier break apart and explode:: Topp: Lt.. Was the Admiral on one of those shuttles?
<2nd Lt. Topp> @ Gerrig: No, Commander. Reports say that he was injured badly and refused to be evacuated before his crew. ::shakes his head::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @ :: Nods to herself:: Self: How convenient for him.
<2nd Lt. Topp> @ ::turns to her:: Gerrig: Sensors, Commander. The enemy ship is nearly within weapons range, if they have long range weaponry.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> @ ::shifts in her seat:: Topp: Order all shuttles to return to their ships and prepare for hyperspace jump. Coordinate the jump coordinates with the other ships. Include the Zyu. I want us out of here within the next few minutes.

ACTION:: The Zyu ships prepair for jump, sending the best possible coordinates on to the fleet ships, who seem to be quite accepting now::

<Auron_Xochital> :: stops another Zyu:: Excuse me, is there some kind of communication station we could use to contact our fleet officers?
<Another Zyu Crewmember> Auron: Yes, three levels up near the command deck. Do you require an escort?
<Auron_Xochital> :: shakes his head:: No, thank you. We'll find our way there. :: turns to Akima and motions towards the nearest lift::
<Akima_Karinna> ::nods and heads for the lift::
<Auron_Xochital> :: follows after her::

<Rettil> ::awakes and looks around, wondering what happened to him, then sits up on his bed, noticing no one is in his room, so he leaves the room to find himself in an infirmary, sides stepping around one Zyu and passes another as he leaves to find someone to tell him what happened to him::

ACTION:: Once all ships are secure, they make the jump to hyperspace, but not before a single buzz fighter shoots out of the debris field and slips into the formation to hitch a ride::

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The fleet, or what's left of it had dropped out of hyperspace several hours ago, near a small planet that has three moons. The planet is covered mainly by oceans, with one continent and a few smaller pieces of land too small to be called continents and too large to be called islands. Most of the land is covered by dense jungle and forests. Mountains ranges cross in the middle of the main continent, but they aren't very big.

The little hitchhiker has yet to be discovered. This is mostly due to everyone trying to regroup and reorganize while sending scout parties to the planet.

So far, the commanders have decided to meet aboard the largest Zyu vessel, considering the Zyu are neutral to their probable problems. They expect to discuss which ship is to take the lead and who is to command her.

>-< BEGIN >-<

@ACTION:: Several shuttles and starfighters head for the planet to scout it::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::stands at the head of a long conference table, waiting for everyone to be seated::
<Auron_Xochital> :: steps into the conferance room, looking around::

ACTION:: Four of the seven commanders give Auron a nasty look, while the other three merely glance to him before returning their attention to their meeting::

<Auron_Xochital> :: steps in but does not sit, seeing as he was not invited, he merely stands to the side::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::takes her seat:: Auron: We do not object to any Jedi being involved with our conference. However, if you insist on attending, you need to be seated. ::motions to an empty chair::
<Auron_Xochital> :: steps forward and takes a seat:: Thank you.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::looks to the group:: All: What has happened to us is quite devastating, but we need to overcome this. The first question to solve is whether or not to continue on with our mission. We can turn back and no one would think the worst of us. Or we could trudge on and complete the mission to return home as heroes. :: pauses to look at everyone's face:: I for one am not in any hurry to become a hero.
<Auron_Xochital> :: keeps quiet for now::
<Capt. Andre Hertoff> ::glances around quickly:: Gerrig: I agree. We've seen quite enough of our people destroyed by various disasters. How many more do we need to endure?
<Cmdr Jervis Torgen> ::takes his eyes off of Auron:: All: We have a job to complete. We knew that this was a possible outcome before taking this assignment and we need to finish it. I feel that we will prevail.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods in agreement:: I agree.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::frowns:: Torgen: Yes, you are very correct in that, but we have been cut down in size to an extreme. We can't afford to take on another such hit to our numbers.
<Capt. Andre Hertoff> ::nods:: Gerrig: Hear hear!
<Auron_Xochital> :: speaks up:: Was anyone watching the actions of the Zyu during that encounter? They did not lose a single capital ship.
<Capt. Andre Hertoff> ::Shakes his head:: Auron: Their ships weren't attacked by the enemy fighters. Our's were.
<Cmdr Jervis Torgen> ::looks to Hertoff:: Hertoff: But they did lose many fighter craft.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: My point is, the Zyu know this area better than we ever will. If we work and coordinate more closely with them we would have a far greater chance of success.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::sighs:: All: I agree with the Jedi. We need to use these Zyu to help us. Whether it is to return home or to carry on.
<Cmdr Jervis Torgen> ::shakes his head:: All: However true it may be, these Zyu are not all that forthcoming with information. Why did they not warn us of what to expect from this enemy? We could have prepared for the attack and prevented such a massacre.
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to Torgen:: They may not have been aware of the fact that we did not know who the enemy was. Did any of you contact them to request such information?
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> Torgen: Good point. ::looks to Auron:: Auron: We were taking our orders from the Admiral. We would have expected him to make such a request if he saw fit.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: But you do not know whether he did so or not?
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::shakes her head, seeing the other commanders doing the same:: Auron: We are trained to not question authority unless the orders are contrary to the mission's objective.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: Of course, and I would not suggest such a thing. My point is, you do not know whether or not the Admiral requested information from the Zyu, thus you cannot say whether or not they were forthcoming with said information.
<Cmdr Jervis Torgen> ::gives Auron a scowl:: Auron: Why would we need to ask for information from these Zyu? They came to us to help them. It seems that the tables have turned and it is now us who need to ask for their help. If they had volunteered the information without being asked, we wouldn:t be in this position. ::his face reddens as hs anger shows::
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: The last point is technically correct. However as I said, the Zyu may not have known just how little information we have about this area of space and it's dangers. We do not know.
<Cmdr Jervis Torgen> ::grits his teeth and then composes himself:: Auron: I don't want to waste our time explaining the logistics of working with other beings in unexplored territories. ::turns to the others:: All: Regardless of who is to blame for our losses, we need to carry on. If these Zyu will help us and be more forthcoming with what they know before it is too late, we should have no problem completing our mission.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::frowns at the direction the discussion was taking::
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods in agreement:: I agree, we can still accomplish our mission.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::speaks up before anyone else can:: All: Then let us vote on whether to continue on with the help of the Zyu or to return home. ::looks around:: All who wish to return home, say "Aye".

ACTION:: The commanders of the Sustinance, Intruder III and the Mercy vote to return.::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::tallies the vote:: All: All who wish to continue on with the mission, say "Aye".
<Auron_Xochital> :: speaks up, even if no one cares how he votes:: Aye.

ACTION:: The commanders for the Tasker, Ghost II and Arcaine vote to continue on. The commander for Screamer Squadron has not voted.::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::tallies the vote:: All: We have a split vote with one non-vote and the Jedi voting to continue on. ::looks to Commander Brooks:: Brooks: What do you say?
<Cmdr Alexander Brooks> ::looks to everyone:: All: I did not vote since I do not command a single vessel. I have seen quite a bit in my lifetime and the impossible can happen. That means we could be victorious in our mission, or be completely destroyed. I don't see any middle ground to this. Our chances are 50/50.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods as he listens::
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::keeps her eyes on him:: Brooks: So which way would you prefer to lean towards?
<Auron_Xochital> :: decides not to mention that regardless of their decision, he for one plans to remain with the Zyu to continue their mission and his research::
<Cmdr Alexander Brooks> ::sighs:: Gerrig: I'd rather not lean one way or the other. I am willing to go in either direction. Given that we have the Zyu at our sides and the Jedi with us, I would say to carry on, but our chances of returning gets weaker as we continue on. Again, it is 50/50.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> Brooks: So if you had voted, it would be to carry on.
<Cmdr Alexander Brooks> Gerrig: I didn't say that, but it is a good choice. ::looks around:: From what I see, the vote was heading that direction anyway, if the Jedi vote counts.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::shakes her head:: All: If there is no opposition to continuing on, that is how our vote will stand.
<Auron_Xochital> :: smiles::

ACTION:: All of the commanders hold their tongues and looks to each other::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> All: Now we have the next issue to solve. The Pandora and Admiral were lost. Who will take his place and which ship will become the new flagship of our tiny fleet?
<Cmdr Alexander Brooks> All: I wish to not vote in this matter, as well. Due to the type of my command, I should not have a say in this.
<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::nods to him, acknowledging his choice:: All: We will make this a silent vote. Please enter your choices in the datapad in front of you. I will collect them when you have voted. ::makes her vote and sets it aside::
<Auron_Xochital> :: sits back, not voting on this issue, as it would just be ignored::

<Rettil> @ ::looks out the window of a shuttle, watchingthe other shuttles and fighters skim the ocean as his shuttle is::

@ACTION:: As the shuttles approach one of the land masses, a huge serpent-like creature pops out of the water and snags a shuttle, crushing it in it's large jaws and killing all inside. Unfortunately, Alizar was aboard that shuttle.::

<Rettil> @ ::gasps as he sees the shuttle explode in the creature's mouth before it is taken below the waves:: Self: May the Force have mercy on them.

<Akima_Karrina> ::wanders the corridors, trying to at least be glad that for the moment she's on a ship where the crew don't flinch at the sight of her::
<Zyu Crewman> ::finds Akima:: Akima: You are a Jedi, correct?
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods at the crewman:: Yes
<Zyu Crewman> ::sighs:: Akima: Very good. I have been asked to bring a Jedi to the Command Deck to observe something of importance. Please follow me. ::turns and moves off quickly::
<Akima_Karrina> ::follows him::

ACTION:: The crewman leads Akima to a lift and takes her to the Command Deck, where he leads her to a console that is attended by three other Zyu::

<Akima_Karrina> Zyu: What is it?
<Zyu Sub-Commander> ::turns to Akima's presence:: Akima: We have been informed that your kind have an ability to detect Dambri. We have noticed some strange readings near your ships and were wondering if you could try to detect what it is.
<Akima_Karrina> Zyu: You cannot detect them?
<Zyu Sub-Commander> ::appears to shake his head:: Akima: No, we have no means to do so.
<Akima_Karrina> ::raises an eyebrow:: Zyu: Well that's interesting. ~~~senses the area around the fleet ships, searching for something out of the ordinary~~~

ACTION:: Akima senses a very small disturbance in the Force near the Intruder III. She can't quite pinpoint what the disturbance is, without getting closer, though.::

<Akima_Karrina> Zyu: I can feel it, but I can't tell what it is unless I get closer to it
<Zyu Sub-Commander> ::nods:: Akima: Perhaps a shuttle or fighter to investigate it?
<Akima_Karrina> ::raises an eyebrow:: Zyu: Do you happen to have one that can hide as well as that thing can?
<Zyu Sub-Commander> ::shrugs:: Akima: We do not know what it is. However, we do have an old shuttle that still uses the ancient cloaking technology.
<Akima_Karrina> ::frowns:: Zyu: An old shuttle, or a fighter.. There's an interesting choice. ::laughs a little:: The ability to hide, or to shoot..
<Zyu Sub-Commander> :: does not see any humor in this:: Akima: The choice is yours.
<Akima_Karrina> ::sighs:: Zyu: I'll take the shuttle. Not knowing what it is I think sneaking up on it and quietly investigating might be best.. I hope..
<Zyu Sub-Commander> ::nods:: Akima: Your escort will be your pilot. Please be patient with him. The technology is ancient and not many know it or can decypher it. ::looks to the escort and nods:: Please be sure to report any findings immediately.
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods:: Zyu: He will do better at it than I would, so patience will be easy enough.
<Zyu Crewman> ::nods and escorts Akima back to the lift which takes them to the deck that the hangar bay is on::
<Akima_Karrina> ::walks with him:: ZC: Do you think the shuttle is a wise choice? You know better than I the possible things that might be out there.
<Zyu Crewman> ::shrugs:: Akima: The old technology still works. If it is a Dambri out there, it will not do much good. They have been able to see through the technology for years.
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods:: ZC: And if it is a Dambri, would the fighter help us any?
<Zyu Crewman> ::shrugs again:: Akima: That would depend upon your piloting and fighting skills. I can not go ith you, if you were to pilot the fighter.
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods:: ZC: The shuttle it is then. Last time I took one of your fighters out I found myself floating dead. ::laughs:: I can fly, but I'm no ace pilot.
<Zyu Crewman> ::nods and stops at the shuttle opening the hatch:: Akima: Very well. I will pilot the shuttle. ::allows her to enter first::
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods and steps inside::
<Zyu Crewman> ::enters the shuttle and seals the hatch, before taking his place to pilot the shuttle::
<Akima_Karrina> ::straps herself in:: ZC: May the Force be with us

ACTION:: The shuttle lifts off the deck, silenly. Though Akima can't tell, the shuttle's cloak engages, making the shuttle completely invisible, as it glides through the membrane force field of the hangar bay and towards the location where the disturbance was detected::

<Akima_Karrina> ZC: Slowly. We don't want to get any closer than we need to. I'll let you know as soon as I know something. ~~~focuses on the disturbance~~~
<Zyu Crewman> ::keeps the same pace:: Akima: I am the pilot and will determine the speed. ::not sounding at all annoyed::
<Akima_Karrina> ::smiles and nods::

ACTION:: Akima feels something a bit familiar and yet uncomfortable and these feelings grow as they get nearer::

<Akima_Karrina> ::tries to remember why it is familiar::
<Zyu Crewman> ::slows carefully as he brings the shuttle next to Intruder III:: Akima: We are almost to it.
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods:: ~~~keeps her focus, and tries to place the memory~~~

ACTION:: Akima's feelings don't change much from when she started, until a sudden burst of feelings fill her. Visions of Dambri and their intentions fill her head, making her dizzy and her heart race::

<Akima_Karrina> ::shakes her head and drops her focus in a real hurry:: ZC: Sithspit! Get us out of here.
<Zyu Crewman> ::seems troubled and pilots the shuttle away:: Akima: What is it? ::inadvertently deactivates the cloak only for a split second::
<Akima_Karrina> ZC: I don't know these things you call Dambri, so I don't know if that's one or not. But this thing I do know. I saw it in the chair and I saw what it can do. :: describes the things to the crewman::

ACTION:: The buzz fighter activates quickly, at the mistake by the Zyu pilot. The fighter zips away from the Intruder III to make an escape, but misjudges the closeness of the other ships and runs right into the Sustinance, causing it to take on extreme damage as the fighter explodes near it's bridge::

<Zyu Crewman> ::seems distressed:: Akima: That is Dambri. ::sees the explosion and moves off from it:: That may have been my mistake. I must apologize.
<Akima_Karrina> ZC: Correction. That was Dambri..
<Zyu Crewman> ::still distressed:: Akima: They will know our position and be coming. We must alert all ships. :: pilots the shuttle back into the hangar bay::
<Akima_Karrina> ::nods:: ZC: Absolutely. {Auron}: One of those things followed us. If you're still in the meeting tell them we have to get out of here!
<Auron_Xochital> {Akima}: The fleet has voted to continue the mission. And the Tasker is now the new flagship.

ACTION:: The shuttle settles down and becomes visible again, as it powers down::

<Akima_Karrina> ::leaves the shuttle and runs to the location of the meeting as quickly as she can, in case they ask Auron questions he can't answer::
<Zyu Crewman> ::leaves the shuttle quickly and sends a message to the Command Deck about their findings::

ACTION:: All votes are in and Lt. Cmdr Gerrig collects the datapads::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::tallies the various votes and stands up:: All: The vote is the following... 2 votes for Captain Andre Hertoff of the Mercy, 1 vote for Lt. Commander Gerrig of the Arcaine and 3 votes for Captain Vorr Comdente of the Tasker. The Tasker has won the vote as the new flagship and Captain Comdente is our new Fleet Commander.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods::

ACTION:: There is silence at first and then everyone sends Vorr their congratulations::

<LtCmdr_Gerrig> ::takes her seat:: Comdente: Captain, would you like to chair this conference from this point on?
<Capt. Vorr Comdente> ::shakes his head and smiles:: Gerrig: No, you are doing fine.
<Auron_Xochital> :: frowns and looks to the commanders:: It seems the enemy has followed us and now knows our location. We must move again as soon as we are able.

ACTION:: Everyone looks to Comdente on how to proceed::

<Capt. Vorr Comdente> ::eyes Auron:: Auron: How do you know this and for how long have you known it?
<Auron_Xochital> :: turns to face Comdente:: Another Jedi just discovered it and relayed the information to me.

<Akima_Karrina> ::arrives in the corridor outside the meeting and knocks on the wall she knows they are behind::

<Capt. Vorr Comdente> ::still eying Auron:: Auron: I won't pretend to know how you Jedi work. I do know that we can't take any chances. ::looks to the others:: All: We need to ask the Zyu to provide us with new coordinates and then sweep our fleet of any type of tracking devices. Recall the scouting parties and prepare for jump. ::stands up::

ACTION:: The Sustinance commander gets a communication about the damage to her ship::

<Akima_Karrina> {Auron}: The Sustinance took heavy damage. You may want to let them know..

<Auron_Xochital> :: nods and stands:: Apparently the Sustinance also took heavy damage.
<Akima_Karrina> ::hurries into the room and frowns:: S-Commander: I'm sorry. The Dambri ship that followed us tried to get away and hit your ship. On the up side, he's dead. On the down side, he already told his friends where we are..
<Commander Jane Strewell> ::looks to Vorr:: Vorr: Sir, the Sustinance may take a bit of work before she can make that jump. ::looks to Auron:: Like the Jedi said, she took heavy damage from whatever followed us.
<Capt. Vorr Comdente> Strewell: Make repairs as quick as possible. It will take time to recall the scouting parties. You have that long to get ready. ::looks to the Jedi:: Both: Will you be staying here or coming with one of us?
<Auron_Xochital> :: looks to Akima, then back to Comdente:: You are the fleet commander. Is there anywhere specific you require us?

ACTION:: The commanders leave the room quickly to get back to their ships::

<Capt. Vorr Comdente> Auron: If you think you will be of more use on one of our ships, then that is where you should be. If you prefer to work from a Zyu ship, then so be it.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: Honestly I would prefer to remain with the Zyu. Perhaps I could even offer my services as a sort of intermediary between the Zyu and our fleet. As they seem to value our judgement in things.
<Capt. Vorr Comdente> Auron: In that case, I am charging you with the task to request the jump coordinates and collect any data possible on these Dambri things so we can combat them.
<Auron_Xochital> :: nods:: Yes sir.
<Akima_Karrina> Comdente: Do you wish me to remain here as well?
<Capt. Vorr Comdente> ::looks to her:: Akima: I can't tell you Jedi what to do. If you want to stay here, you can, but if you think you can better aid the fleet on one of our ships, then by all means make way to one of them. Quickly.
<Akima_Karrina> ::sighs:: Comdente: The fleet on our ships no longer seems to wish me among them. Yet I don't know what I can do here either.. ::shrugs::
<Auron_Xochital> {Akima}: I could use your assistance if you choose to stay. Though if you choose not to I will make do.
<Capt. Vorr Comdente> ::looks a bit confused:: Akima: Not wish you among them? I don't understand.
<Akima_Karrina> Comdente: Then far be it from me to enlighten you. I could use another person around who doesn't flinch at the sight of me. ::smiles a bit wryly:: For now, I think I will remain here with Auron. If I am needed elsewhere after the jump, let me know.<Auron_Xochital> :: smiles and nods to Akima, before bowing to Comdente:: May the Force be with us.
<Auron_Xochital> :: smiles and nods to Akima, before bowing to Comdente:: May the Force be with us.
<Capt. Vorr Comdente> ::just nods to her:: Both: Let the other Jedi know that they will get the same offer from me.

ACTION:: Comdente leaves to get back to the Tasker.::

@ACTION:: The scouting parties get the word to return an begin packing up. Having only lost the one shuttle, the "mission" is deemed a success::

>-< END >-<

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