Thanks for giving us a spin around the rim GM Phntm!
I would be interested in Dawn of Defiance but as I am in another Campaign already (I think you are in that one too) I will pass and let someone else enjoy the experience of that AP.
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Taris: Jarl shrugs, "Hey, that was not exactly a short trip!" Jarl pulls out a datapad, "Here but of course I will need a credit stick to confirm payment on the goods..."
Taris: Once the crew heads off and Jarl nods back to the Lieutenant he turns to his companions, "Shall we make this delivery now? Time is wasting! I think we should stick together just in case".
Taris: Jarl shrugs, "These damn space lanes, you would think we could have better established lanes from planet to planet by now but I think these Navicomputers have a mind of their own sometimes..."
Jarl makes small talk until they are allowed to clear r=the cargo and make their delivery.
White Dwarf: "Not a problem Lieutenant. Calabos is the planet of origin an the foodstuff is truffles, careful, they are specifically preserved for freshness".
White Dwarf: Karl follows the beacon to the surface.
White Dwarf: "Spaceport Control, this is White Dwarf. We are arriving on Taris for commercial business. Our cargo is precious foodstuffs. Over".
White Dwarf: Jarl nods at Not2Bee, "Wise advice my friend, wise advice. Even just in sheer numbers they are dangerous. Well, nothing to do now but wait for them to allow us to land".
White Dwarf: As the ship comes closer to orbit, Jarl comms to the surface to request permission to land.
He then turns to Jace and Not2Bee, "The Imps must have been building overtime to have so many Star Destroyers active here on the Outer Rim. I wonder if the Core just has a dearth of Destroyers. I mean the Navy and Army must even be bigger than it was in the Clone War. How can they find so many qualified people to man these vessels so fast? Or perhaps their qualifications are not all that sharp..."
White Dwarf: Jarl takes off leaving half of the crew behind and though not happy about it, he keep his thoughts on the matter to himself.
"Control. Understood, I will await your signal".
Once the crew sets off to find a transport and the goods are stored below decks, Jarl contacts the spaceport, "This is the Pilot of the White Dwarf. I am requesting clearance for take off. Please advise".
Jarl shakes the hands of his shipmates who are leaving, "Good luck Gents".
"Not2 bee an I can handle a delivery. The rest of you should go to rescue the Captain's friend. If you are in a bind you may well need Jace's skills to get you out... But, what ship do we take and what ship do you take?"
Jarl nods to Not2bee, "Alright then we wait. Glad you are here my friend. My human emotions are getting the best of me! Then first we deliver this cargo then we will let the Captain decide if he wants to rescue this former crew member of his or not".
Jarl grins at Not2bee, "Hard to explain, maybe a latent Force ability all living creatures have. There is just a feeling in my stomach that was not there before".
Jarl turns to Not2bee, "Let's get these engines warmed up shall we? I think when the Captain gets back we'll want to get right up and out. Can you plot a course to see how fast we can get to Balmorra?" Jarl hits the comm for Jace's quarters, "Hey Jace. We are going to need to get out of here in a hurry. Head to the loading dock to assist the Captain in getting these goods on the ship". Jarl then frowns and turns to the Droid, "Should I just lift us off and meet the Captain halfway? I've got a bad feeling about this..."
Jarl will comm Daaneth hoping he is within range, "Captain. A Star Destroyer has just come out of orbit... Also, there is a message from your old crew that just came through, oddly enough text only. You want us to read it or would you prefer to read it yourself when you return".
Jarl looks at Not2bee somewhat surprised by the question, "You know, I never really thought about it. I grew up in a family that did not necessarily trust them mostly because the families we served did not. When I joined the Republic Army though I saw things differently pretty quickly, they truly were the shining example of the way to do things right. They brought a sense of confidence to me and the men I served with. Of course the Clones did not need that but the volunteers certainly did. It was as if no matter the odds we could accomplish our objectives. I did what General Fisto ordered me to do, he was not as reckless as Skywalker or Kenobi, so I trusted that he would not ask me to do anything that he himself would not be willing to do. Not that they were not brave but they got a lot of Clones killed. How the Empire killed the Jedi I do not understand but I suppose when you expect the men you are serving not to shoot you well... even the Force has its limitations. What I don't get is why the Clones who served under them so faithfully turned on them in the manner they did. The only explanation given by the Empire for why is that Jedi were traitors but where was the proof? An assassination attempt on the Chancellor which was so out of character I can't begin to explain why it would have been attempted? It just does not add up. Despite all the Empire says about them I guess the answer is yes, I trust the Jedi and by extension Jace. I will say though that those Jedi who go dark, the antithesis of the Jedi Order, would be frightening individuals to combat indeed. Course I'm still alive so I've never run into one face to face".
NT-2B processes for a moment before replying. "It is an interesting question." He replies. "As I was independently-manufactured, I do not have any inherent bias against the Jedi. I can understand why Cloaked Wisdom would desire to keep this aspect of his life a secret, and in attempting to protect him, I would do so as well."
"I saw a few in action from afar but the bulk of my time was spent with master Kit Fisto. Those stories they tell of their abilities are true amazing really what the Force allows them to do. Of course Master Fisto was exactly that a Master, a younger Jedi could not emulate what he was able to achieve. I served for a brief time under Master Secura but was demoted and not included in the final assault on Felucia. To be honest I am still not sure exactly what happened. It seemed like one minute the Jedi were leading the War and the next minute they were traitors. Then the War was over a minute later. I thought it was a Jedi that captured the Separatist leaders but I don't recall any specific story about who that was or what happened. Once the Republic became the Empire I was assigned to this new battalion they created, the 501st. A Vader or some such led the assault though I don't remember if he was actually there and I certainly never saw or met him. Truth be told I don't remember hearing that name before being reassigned. By that time I was in army logistics more than combat. After that I asked to be assigned to Imperial Navy instead of the Army as the 501st actions on Kashyyyk turned my stomach. But even then I knew the Empire was not securing freedom but spreading tyranny. I shared my concerns with another Officer who turned me in to the Captain of my vessel. I suppose I was lucky, they dismissed me without pay and without pension instead of just throwing me out of an airlock. After that I left the Core and came out here to be away from them but it seems like their influence is growing year by year and soon there'll be no place to run from them..."
Jarl sits by the comm waiting some word from the Captain and the rest of the crew. "Tell me Not2bee, what do you think of the fact that we have a Jedi among us? Seeing as there is no one here but you and I, I am curious as to your opinion of them".
Karl is content to wait. He wants the ship ready to lift if there is trouble with the merchant, can't do that in the cantina!
I forgot to mention but our anniversary was in September. Still really having fun with this game, glad you're all still on board. :) Agreed!
Jarl grins, "I like you too Not2bee. Droids are more than just machines, at least I always thought so. Some of the Clones I knew before everything went south used to tell me that General Skywalker's Droid had as much to do with his success as the Force did. Too bad Skywalker disappeared, we could use a hero like him right now to lead the Jedi, those who are left anyway. Yep, people can be unpredictable. Have you given any thought to independence? Not that I mind "owning" you mind you but I don;t want you to think that I think of you as property".
Jarl shrugs at Not2bee, "A strange collection. The sense I get is that this was the result of the fall of the Republic. Many peoples of many races who would have had a place to go back to are left set adrift. The Empire seems to hate half the universe cause they are not human so opportunities that would have been there just aren't. Desperate times create desperate beings. Look at me. I expected to serve in the Republic Army to keep the peace after the war but look how it ended. The two entities both struggling for so long to win it seemed to both lose. All that death and for what? The Empire is more restrictive then the Republic ever was. Those still surviving Separatists I bet wish they had the Jedi back now". Jarl sighs, "What about you pal? I know that you do not have the same wiring as the living do but what do you think?"
Jarl stays in the cockpit trying to keep the engines ready while simultaneously giving them a break from the hyperspace travel, if they need to aid their allies, the crew has to be able to take off quick. He will also keep the comm open, just in case...
No, but apparently my last post got eaten. I was waiting for PC responses. Post incoming. Damn post monsters!
Jarl nods, "Aye aye Captain". He brushes his hand along his comm as he heads back into the ship.
Jarl shrugs and quips, "Assuming we can pronounce em..."
"Great so ill tempered lizards? Well, let's go see what they have to say. These desserts aren't going to load themselves. I would say this reminds me of something that I did in the past but this, this is a first... Not2bee, know of any weaknesses of these things just in case a fight does break out?" Jarl brings the engines to a stop and holsters his blaster getting ready to disembark.
Karl nods at Not2bee, "Agreed". He then proceeds to take the ship in to the destination indicated by the landing beacon.
Jarl turns to Daaneth, [b]"Better this cargo then Tribbles, those things are real trouble..."{/b]
Jarl opens the comm back to the Spaceport Authority, "Greetings. This is theWhite Dwarf and I am the Pilot Jarl Tehnos. We are here for interstellar commerce. Please instruct us where to dock. Over".
Anyone interested in playing in a Star Wars Saga PvP game here on the boards? I have an opening... PM me if you are interested.
Once teh ship is ready to go Jarl turns to Daaneth, "Ready Captain?"
Jarl stands up, "Alright Fialla, desserts it is. Take care and we will see you soon. By the way, if you hear any reports of activities from some less than savory characters that are missing a ship and a few collectibles, let us know. Like Not2bee said, knowledge is our greatest asset". The soldier turned space pirate heads to the ship to get it primed for take off.
OK that was my last post till sunday :-)
"It seems that leap is in one direction but not another. We should trust someone who does not trust us? I am fine with taking on the other job that Fialla noted, full information is preferable".
Jarl nods as Vessani states his kernel of wisdom. "Well said my friend".
I will be moving tomorrow and out of touch again till Sunday at the earliest. Please bot me as needed!
Perception Jarl purses his lips to speak but holds back to see what the rest of the crew will say. He has spent so long looking out for himself he can't remember the last time he did something to help people.
Perception Jarl grins at him, "Well met Stanwell. I'm Jarl Tehnos, Pilot of the Fireburst".
Jarl grins at Fialla as he grabs a drink, "Awfully formal dress code around here Fialla. What's the job?"
Congrats!
Jarl gently pilots the ship to the Hope's Redoubt.
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