A Room with no Corners (Kashyyk)

[\J|K/]

Jahn let out a breath as the Jedi Master cut his connection. There was something about the mannerism of the man that... bothered Jahn. He pushed such thoughts from his mind. He needed Focus.

He fell back into the Force weaving himself through the Galaxy. He stretched out to the forest planet. He was desperately needed a view of the planet. It was in this manner how he had gained his information on the planet. It was rare for a Jedi to summon a vision but Jahn knew that to the Force, distance, time, and space meant nothing.

With Vreem and the other Jedi in the room he felt his connection strengthen. It was day time on the particular Zabrack instillation. Something tugged at him. He felt the facility was busy but he felt few guards. Perhaps this was due to greater security at night when the Zabrack felt a later threat of attack. Regardless day would be their ally. While most of the security teams slept, the Jedi would be able to slip on the planet.

"I feel that we should begin our little invasion as soon as we can mobilize." He paused for a moment changing his gaze to the Council member. "If I may Master," he shifted again and nodded in respect.

"This is how we will get on planet side." He paused for breath letting the Force guide his words. "Vreem, you and I will be the first," swallowing trying to grip onto his vision. He continued "We will eject from our spacecraft into the Kashyyyk orbit. Our ship will leave the system far clear from and planetary sensors. We will enter the atmosphere in thin pods. Once in the lowest layer of atmosphere we will, again, eject. Our pods will burn up and we will enter a free fall. With little Oxygen we need to have perfect timing. As the first to go planet side, we must have no presence. To the eye, our pods will be little more than meteors and our bodies will not appear on radar. Parachuting to the ground we will land in Wookiee space and make contact.

"Xero, you and Vesperian will be next. You will pilot a small sized craft unidentified onto the planet. Rather than landing eject and send the ship crashing into the nearest radar station to Vreem and myself's landing position. This will effectively blind them to a small portion of the planet. It is vital that you are not seen or caught.

"This is where Master Elgriq comes in. He, his Padawan and Geraic will pilot a ship through the blind spot immediately after the radar goes down. This will be our escape rout. From this moment on, missions on.

"Xero I feel confident in your ability to keep things under control. Or, rather, not under control. Though I have a few suggestions. Remove communications and transportation. Their facilities are far spread and with planetary communication out, your raids will have greater success. We know they use light speeders for transportation. Get creative.

"Elgriq, there are very few guidelines. Find everything you can and don't get caught. Vreem and myself will contact the Wookiee leaders and keep them informed. Hopefully we will then go to the Zabrack as spacers. We had recently crash landed," he looked to Xero, "and are looking for work. Hopefully we will get first hand testimony on the cruelty there. After our work is done, we will present our findings to the Sith Empire and Galactic Republic. Where I hope the Council and Senate will force the Zabrack to leave the planet and prosecute them with slave charges. If they refuse to leave, we will be positioned to persuade them to... then prosecute them with slave charges."

Again he left the floor to the others gathered. As always he was open for suggestions and questions.

[kubb]

Vesper had sat silently throughout the conversation with a Stoic expression on to his face. He felt it was better to observe, taking in everything that was being said than actually speak himself.
He had also moved into a chair during the conversations. It more comfortable than against a hard wall which, he previously had.
As Jahn spoke of the entry to Kashyyk he had nodded with approval. The most emotion the group a see from him.

Over the course of the conversations he had had a growing that,
With the Jedi in the room, plan could be success. Still one question niggled at the back of his mind. He felt it hadn't been addressed and now was the time to raise it.

"Do we have any idea about the numbers of slavers planet side? I suspect that they must have significant numbers on the ground, otherwise this whole situation wouldn't be possible," he said finally, his head resting neatly on his clasped hands. As he spoke, his eyes slowly traversed the room, meeting the gaze of each of the Jedi's in tern.

[Geraic Sanemo]

Geraic sat in his ship as it travelled closer to Coruscant, making the connection slightly more powerful. He was now in the outer rims of the mid-rim of the galaxy and was immediatly taken out of administration of colonized space. He continued to listen to the K.D.C and nodded. First he heard what the Masters Vreem and Jahn were planning to do. So, they were going to land on the planet through a series of ejections, hoping to hide themselves from the sensors. Meanwhile, Xero and Vesperian will pilot a small shuttlecraft into the Kashyyk radar and sensor system, blinding the Zabraki facilities from invasions, and also sticking to the same style of ejecting before the shuttle hits. Once the sensors and radar systems are down, Geraic and Master Elriq, with his padawan, will pilot a ship down to the blind spot of the system and land for the escape if the Zabraki sought search and destroy with the K.D.C. Soon after this, they will take down the communications and transport. Then, the mission is on. Master Elriq and his Padwan, with the aide of Geraic will search for evidence upon the sith involvement on the slave trades on Kashyyk and without getting caught and held capture. But Geraic was not to worry because the Jedi had their secret messages they could talk in. Geraic fully understood and anchored his ship, able to carry 10 people including the pilot. He looked around the room for Jedi with questions. he was still, although, not sure who was doing anything else. But then he nodded and sat up, turning the hologram off saying before he did, 'I'm going into the inner core now, I'll be with you all in body within a few minutes.'. The hologam system turned off and Geraic's grey slightly grey hair was patted by his hand and he held down a small switch after dotting in the co-ordinates to Coruscanti space, where he grew up, and he was shifted into the small and weird porthole.

[Vreem Took]

OOC: Forgive the shorter than usual post, I am rather tired and easily distracted at the moment >.<.

IC:
Silent as predator stalking its prey, Vreem listened to the plan and then mauled it over in his mind. It was hard to pull off, life threatening and held a lot in the balance but overall, he thought very highly of it. Jahn had certainly approached the situation from all kind of angles, attacking his plan vigourously within his mind. Such in-depth consideration for a mission such as this was rare, a gift, some would say. It was with a warm sensation which Vreem considered how great the potential within this Knight was. He had the determination of savaged animal, the keen senses of a stunning intellectual and the ability to command and structure his words with deadly accuracy. Had the Council already picked up on him? Perhaps they had, but not to his knowledge.

With all these thoughts aside, the plan seemed capable of pulling off, and the most risky job was going to be shared between himself and Jahn. This would be a good opportunity to watch over him, guide him if need be. It appeared Vreem’s race would actually help with this. It may have seemed a bit strange a 40 year old and someone in their twenties showing up, but in matter of fact, Vreem looked around the same age as Jahn, maybe a year or two older. It certainly seemed as though it were the will of the force that all these small factors were clearly set to give them advantage, but due to the magnitude of this mission, they were going to need every advantage they could lay their hands on, this was no milk-run.

“We’ll all have to try and suppress our presence through the force as well,” he spoke slowly, almost as if he were speaking to himself, “with the events across the galaxy slowly increasing, we can’t help but protect ourselves from any possible encounters.” Shifting in his seat, Vreem seemed to remember where he was and his focus shifted back to their present location. Folding his arms, he glanced around at those few who were present. Considering Vesper’s statement, Vreem nodded subtly, the Knight had sprung up a good question. “I would also like to know if you have any idea of the numbers we will be dealing with, for the Council could only estimate without any hard proof.” It was important to gather a scale of comparison, for they were but seven Jedi. There was another important piece of information he had to say, but that would have to wait for everyone to be present. And it would also depend upon if Jahn had thought of that as well.

[zack8502]

Xero looked to Jahn.
"Understood." He nodded with agreement.
This would be hard indeed.
All the people here were putting faith in him. Lives rested on his ability to complete his duty.
He couldnt let them down, he couldnt let the wookies down. But Xero had a strong faith in the force, he knew it would bring justice.
"Just let me know when we're taking off."

[Necro Stormborn]

((Ermmmm... im shocked to think that no one has brought up the possibility of the sith backing the zabraks which in turn could mean dark jedi.... aka hi there =)! ))

[zack8502]

((Well we mentioned the sith, and that would go hand in hand with dark jedi.))

[\J|K/]

((Someone is not carefully reading... and SPAM, sick. Maybe we are letting the DJ be a SURPRISE something we didn't plan for. Instead of every post in this plot be planned out.))

Jahn felt something twinge in the Force. There was something he was missing. An exit strategy.

"Everyone here knows the risks of the Jedi life. For the good of the Republic each and everyone of us is prepared to lay our lives down. That being said, we should operate carefully.

"If this mission turns ill, use digression. If harm outweighs the benefit, cut losses, and make your way to Elgriq's ship. That is our exit point. If the others have left planet you must disappear. Do not attempt to contact the Republic or the Jedi. We will find and extract you. You have my word of it.

"If you are cut off and need help, contact the Wookiees but only if the need is dire. We must work hard to leave no trace on the planet less open fighting breaks out.

"If open battles are waged, our goal is failed. Get in get out. Save the Wookiees and peacefully remove the Zabrack Slavers. Root out all Sith involvement and bring them to justice.

"Should fighting spread, you draw your blade only in defense," he paused staring each left present in the eyes. He needed their focus. "May the Force be with us..."

Jahn once more seeded the floor. With one final round of checks they would begin the liberation. Though appearing to be strong Jahn needed advice and council. The plan, for the sake of the Jedi, needed council. He looked respectfully to the High Council Member, after all it was his word that would begin this mission. At least in the eyes of the Council.

[Ashla Aneem]

((Excuse the shortness, I'm really tired >.<

I just have a few REALLY big concerns here that should be seen by everyone involved.

1) "I feel that we should begin our little invasion as soon as we can mobilize."

This screams anti-Jedi. We do not invade. I will not support this mission unless I can get this through that it will NOT be an offensive mission. You are not permitted by the Council to go to Kashyyyk to kill, slaughter, or with intentions to harm or bring down the Sith control there. The sole fact is is that the situation is very, very grey. The Council has little information about the Sith involvement there. They only know of a small Wookiee slave trade sect that has, as almost usual, sprung up on Kashyyyk. This leads me into my next concern.

2) 6+ Jedi? Overkill. Like I said, the Council has little intelligence on the issue so far. Never, ever, would as much as six Jedi be sent for a simple trade iinvestigation. Three, maybe four at the most. I'm sorry, but I can't permit over four, including a padawan. No, I'm not a mod but there will be consequences for Jedi in the roleplay. For a reference, there was only three Jedi Generals present at the Battle of Kashyyyk during the Clone Wars, which was a large scale offensive. This issue is not yet known to be large scale, and is far from an offensive.

3) "After our work is done, we will present our findings to the Sith Empire..."

The Sith Empire is not a part of the Galaxy and is in fact the enemy. Like I said though, they are not official yet. The majority of their actions are very much still cloaked.))


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He clasped the small disk-shaped piece of metal in his palm. Thin boots made echoing footsteps on the metallic floor as the Twi'lek walked towards the meeting place. The room was hushed when he arrived; the tall, blue-hued male with ornately decorated lekku. His brown Jedi garb billowed behind him. He rippled with the Force with each footstep which was a sign that only the eldest of Jedi in the Order possessed. This particular Jedi was one of many with the trait. He was a renowned Counselor and respected member of the Order, but retired nonetheless. He carried himself well as he entered the silenced hall. It was an uncomfortable atmosphere to the veteran. He carefully eyed each Jedi before turning his sites on Jahn. "Master, I was instructed to give you this. Master Aneem had requested that her transmission be recorded for you."

He outstretched a gloved hand that contained the small circular device. Once Jahn had taken it, the Twi'lek turned to leave. His face was creased in thought; perturbed as he was about the situation, he bowed. "May... the Force be with us all." The Jedi shook his head and left the corridor once again to the former occupants.

The disk in Jahn's hand whirred and spun after he turned it on. A miniature hologram of Ashla Aneem came into view. Her voice crackled to life:

"Mother Hawk-bat to Cor'ku Transol; Operation Tower Two. I am requesting this transmission be recorded and delivered to Master Jahn tomorrow evening in the Grand Hall.

.....

By the time this is seen I will have already have arrived on Subterrel. I am joined by Keiran Eitan, Aaron An'mar, Taw-jeb Hesh, and Lenno Qu. I have confidence that we will uncover the mysteries behind the Tu'kata there. However, I have taken time to transmit this for one purpose. The choice to bring together the Kashyyyk Diplomacy Comission was not one that was unanimous. I do not support the manner in which this operation was carried out- from behind closed doors. There is only one reason and one reason only that you assemble this evening: majority vote.

I must confess my utmost disappointment with this unauthorized plot. Blind was the Council until the last most desperate hour when only then were the consequences considered. In that briefest of time we could do naught more but select Master Took to monitor the operation. It is rare for a Council member to take second-string on such a mission. I am entrusting you, Vreem, to keep the order and the Council's wisdom in this matter alive, for it has been strictly and disrespectfully scorned. I will not hide my uneasiness about your plans that have been brought to my eyes Jahn. But I believe it has and had good intentions.

The situation between Kashyyyk and Iridonia is brittle. Relations between the Jedi and Senate are close to null, and the Sith are showing an increased operation movement Galaxy-wide. I sense much darkness during these times, Masters. This mission was only authorized with simple intent. You are strictly to investigate this matter further. If a larger operation is uncovered- sabotage as much as you can. You are not authorized to push the offensive in any way. I cannot stress this enough. But keep this in mind; One small misstep on Kashyyyk could mean the end of the Jedi Order as we know it. Open your eyes to consequence, Master Jahn. And the same to you all. May the Force be with us."

And with that, the hologram faded into nothingness.

[\J|K/]

((

1) PLEASE read everything I write before you cut into a Plot. jahn was making a light hearted remark to try and lift spirits. You cannot believe one thing solely because of one word. Have you even read my latest post in this thread? Oh, the one where I said DO NOT ENGAGE UNLESS YOUR LIFE IS IN DANGER.

2) Your point of the clone wars is irreverent. The Jedi were few and far spread. Most were dead. This is also free form so as long as we are not breaking the RULES we can really do as we please. If Ashla has an issue SHE may hold trial where the COUNCIL (not the GRANDMASTER) condemns the mission. RP wise, we have a role for every single Jedi on this mission so you point of overkill is, therefore, null.

Not overestimating your power and asking for help IS the Jedi way. Going into an unknown situation without backup IS NOT the Jedi Way.


3) What? The Sith are an organized unit how does it not make sense to present them with the information that we know what they are up to? Really.

If you are confused or concerned about something PM me, don't bust into a thread OOC chat is meant for OOC boards or PMs ))


Jahn shrugged, it was possible that the grandmaster had misunderstood something. Or was she suggesting that a plan be silenced simply on the basis of seniority? Either way the message was unclear. Jahn not once implied going to Kashyyyk with force. though this meeting he had, in fact, stressed the disappearance of the Jedi. Under his plan, no one would even realize that Jedi were involved. Of coarse unless the Zabrack began slaughtering the Wookiees.

He looked to Master Took. Again, through the meting he had stopped to gain his approval and council on the steps. There must have been a misunderstanding. After all, there was no door to this meeting chamber. How was this a secret? If he was not mistaken the Grandmaster had even announced Kashyyyk as a point of Jedi interest.

Really, the consequences of this mission was a free Kashyyyk. There was no retaliation planned in this mission Jahn had even said 'Only draw your blade in defense.' Not one of the team's goals was to cause harm, most of the Jedi on the planet would not even contact the Wookiees. Their part was, essentially, to disappear.

Time was short, they had to move on. If the Grandmaster court marshaled him, it would not be at the expense of Wookiee lives. He did not know if Ashla had a personal vendetta to settle, regardless, that would be up to her and the Force. When they returned, no doubt, he would settle and misconceptions the Grandmaster had.

"I'll understand if any of you choose not to go. Just like you chose to make a difference and save lives. As for me, my priorities are aligned and our mission is at hand. There will be no shame in turning back, but once you leave this room, there will be no going back. Lives will depend on you."

With that Jahn rose and left the room leaving high tensioned air. He could not let personal loss get in the way of defending the defenceless. That was not the Jedi way.

[Vreem Took]

(OOC: Since everyone else is throwing OOC all over the place <<.

1) Like JK said, it was a figure of speech and anyway, it fits with his character, who is not the most well-rounded Jedi.

2) -JK pretty much covered this-

3) Very much cloaked? Excuse me, invasion of Dantooine, that seem cloaked to you?

Oh, and I have to say, that message seems pretty impossible to come about, like I've written a few times, this takes place right after the council meeting where Vreem gets assigned the mission, so basically as he comes here the others head to Subterrel. So unless your character has very specific visions which allow her to see the details of ones so far unexposed plan. then I guess that post was alright.

and onto the reason we're all here.)

IC: His eyes swept the room like a stalker intent on finding his victim. For the most part, Vreem found his eyes lingering upon Jedi Knight Jahn. Still the complexity of the Knight amazed him, perhaps it was too bad that they received a message, a distraction from the mission. One which could cause the lives of them should it drag their thoughts away at a crucial moment. As if they didn't already have enough to be weary of.

Sinking deep into his web of thoughts, the entrance plan seemed well thought out. However, the escape idea was a little sketchy, but trying to decide in an in depth plan for escape would not bode well, for the slightest alteration in their mission could cause the whole thing to fall apart, leaving them with nothing.

Throughout the holographic video, Vreem sat in silence, eyebrow raised in slight surprise. For all the Grandmaster's words, another weight was added in his mind, another thought which would pull back his potential. To have all of these things on his mind just before their deadly fragile mission was about to begin, it would not aid them, that was certain.

Perhaps it was the feeling of a future scorning or perhaps that the Grandmaster was releasing some strong opinions of her own, but it made Vreem feel slightly queasy, yet for both the sake of the mission and to impose what control he could, he chose to stay on the mission. Although he thought that some may take the opportunity to step back. Of course, it was their decision if they wanted to think about themselves, or those Wookiees currently bound and gagged for possible riches. Watching as Jahn left the room, Vreem looked around, stood up slowly and head towards the door, moments before he was about to leave he turned and spoke. "To those of you who wish to remain on this mission, even though Jahn has told you to only use your weapons in defense, I will ask that you alter the damage output. If combat can not be avoided, you are looking to stun or immobilize your attackers, not kill them. Also," he said pausing for a few moments, "grabs what equipment you believe you will need and head down to the hangar area as soon as possible." Satisfied with his would, after a stout nod Vreem briskly entered the room and headed to his quarters to stock up. He had to be prepared.

(OOC: I suggest you post IC here if you want your character to continue or not)

[zack8502]

As Vreem left the room, Xero stood.
"The wookies are my friends, I will help them. Vesperian, I hope to see you in the hangar. I have to go collect a few things before we depart."
With that Xero rose from the cushioned chair. Looking around at the remaining faces, he hoped none of them would abandon this mission.
Xero took long strides torwards the door, his dark brown robes billowing behind him.
He exited the room and returned to his quarters at the temple.
He grabbed a few ration bars and tucked them into one of the puches on his belt. He scanned his belongings, and decided there wasnt much else to take.
Xero turned and left the room, heading torwards the hangar.

[Leo]

((so now is there a hangar post, or will there be preparation in kashyyk or wut?))

[Necro Stormborn]

((Well just so the members of the jedi know. the dark jedi are enroute to kashyykk see you planet side Friends . ))

[Leo]

((may our sabers meet with honor))

[zack8502]

((so we'll meet again! hope your shoulders feeling better! may the force be with us all))

[kubb]

(sorry about the lateness college is keeping me busy)

Vesper noded in acknowledgement a small smile crossing his face "i'll see you there, " he said. He also got up and left the room.