Every Silver Lining has a Cloud.

[Kiskla Grayson-Matteo]

The Jedi Order was a billow in the breeze, bending and swaying to words and whispers in it's fragile state. Kiskla still held her seat on the council, and in fact hosted the direction of The Order as the Grandmaster's right hand. That's right, unceremoniously the Grandmaster had declared she be Master of The Order. As such, her decisions were definite and assisted in the shaping of the Jedi Order -- but it was not the same Order she would have liked to shape. It was feeble, and an influx of it's members had disappeared.

Two of those members had prior held seats on the council. They were wise, and dearly missed. So much missed, that Kiskla decided to pursue their final notes of parting. For The Order to fail, all that had to happen was good Jedi do nothing. The youthful blonde would be no such Jedi, impassive was simply not in her nature. Curiosity was. So, when a flood of unparalleled students of The Force disappear into the night it was on her shoulders to pursue the question. At her side, was the former grandmaster [member="Ben Watts"]. It was appropriate for his presence. Not because he knew [member="Rasu Gan"] and [member="Iella E'ron"] as the best of friends, or had any sort of persuasive abilities, but because he had been the original organizer that brought Jedi throughout the galaxy together.

So, Kiskla sent out a plea to the last forwarding address she knew of the former high councillors.

Masters Gan and E`ron,

Please accept my humble correspondence to meet with you. It has been some time since your parting, and I apologize for the Order not responding soon enough. There is much I would like to discuss -- your well-being one of them, and your current mission. This is not a hostile meeting, but rather one for understanding. Many brothers and sisters have left The Order to join your cause, and therefore it must be a cause worth joining.

I look forward to your insights.

Regards,
Your fellow Jedi, Kiskla Grayson.

 

[Coci Heavenshield]

[member="Kiskla Grayson"] | [member="Ben Watts"] | [member="Rasu Gan"]​

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A white blade held on an angle pointing toward the floor, remained steady for only a moment longer before the blade retracted and the personal Alchaka mediation was complete. Iella walked over to the side of the room in which she used for her training and grabbed her towel to wipe her body of the sweat. The only form of meditation that she enjoys and works to clear her mind. From the moment she had decided to leave the Jedi Order and the Republic she had been in constant motion, either physically or mentally. Much energy had been spent not just by her, but all that had come to join her in The Order of the Silver Jedi, much work had already been completed however there is still a lot to do.

They had set the foundations .. the base is solid and now she had a little time to catch her breath. Master [member="Rasu Gan"] and herself are traveling to meet some friends on board Iella's personal ship, a Ambassador Class Corvette - The Vigueur Argent, now traveling in hyperspace. The time was drawing close to meet with Rasu for dinner and so to go clean and refresh herself. Thoughts of this were interrupted by a simple flash of a button on a wall. An incoming transmission relayed from another of her personal ships which is still located in Galactic Republic space.

The Holopanel blinked a data message for Jedi Master Kiskla Grayson, as her eyes fell across the words a small smile formed on her lips. One of the very few Iella respects still in the Jedi Order had made contact in order to acquire knowledge of them and form a more clear understanding of the Silver Jedi. Finally.

Immediately Iella patched the transmission through to Rasu's quarters, and opened up a communication link. "Rasu, change of plans and change of destination. Meet me in the conference room as soon as possible, I shall relay a message to Master Grayson".

The communications officer on the bridge informed Iella they are still out of range to send a direct link to Coruscant, but could relay through the same means the message was received.

::: Greetings Master Grayson :::
::: It would be a pleasure to see you again and to meet with you.
I too, have a desire to ascertain the well being of your good self as well as my fellow Jedi of the Order.
Master Rasu Gan and myself will be happy to answer any question you may have in order to form clarity.
I think you will understand the need for a neutral meeting place, may I suggest the Monastery System.
We shall await your response.

With Regards
Iella E'ron :::

 

[Rasu Gan]

All was silent in the Shi'ido's quarters, and to anyone entering it would appear as if the room was empty. However if one took the time to scan the room , one would find the Jedi Master hovering quite a distance in the air, her hair almost touching the ceiling. Rasu's eyes were gently shut, seeing no strain upon the eyelids despite the deep concentration she had placed herself in. Rasu was oblivious to the going on's around her, having opened herself to the Force, wrapping herself in the past, present and future, as the events sped past her conscious. It truly felt great when one was this attuned to the Force, as Rasu felt almost empowered and refreshed. She felt like this could on forever however was interrupted from her meditation due to a rather soft, distant buzzing. Slowly Rasu withdrew from the force, tracing her steps backwards, knowing that while doing so, her body would also slowly drift back to the floor.

With her body resting once more on the cold, durasteel floor, Rasu opened her eyes, bringing her hand up to shield herself from the light bulb fastened into the ceiling, her eyes rapidly trying to adjust to what was once darkness. Reaching out towards a small panel, she pressed a button allowing the buzzing to cease and the voice of her travelling companion, Master [member="Iella E'ron"], to fill her quarters. Rasu moved her finger up to rest on her bottom lip as she continued to listen, the voice of Master Grayson filling the room, a Jedi Master Rasu had sadly not had the time to become better acquainted with. The Shi'ido remained silent for a few moments, allowing the recording to trail off and leave the room in eerie stillness. Rasu had known that such a meeting would have occurred, however was surprised for the invitation to take so long. Never the less it had finally happened, and so it was time to finally give some answers to the Jedi Order she had once held so close to her heart.

Rising from her seated position, Rasu quickly draped a gray cloak around herself, before heading out into the walkway of the ship, briskly walking towards the conference room to join her fellow Jedi Master. Rasu was unsure if Iella shared the same thoughts but she was glad knowing that he pair had some time to discuss before meeting with one of few Council members of the Jedi Order. Rasu had left for a specific reason, and was more than pleased at having left, feeling that the Order of the Silver Jedi was now her home. Entering the conference room, Rasu sat herself down into one of the surrounding chairs, leaning forward so that her elbows rested on the sleek table, awaiting the arrival of her fellow Master.

[member="Kiskla Grayson"]

 

[Kiskla Grayson-Matteo]

EN ROUTE TO THE MONESTARY SYSTEM
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[member="Iella E'ron"]'s reply came to Kiskla while the engines were warm in her corvette. She had hoped that The Silver Jedi would select the location, as Kiskla wanted to make this meeting on their terms as much as possible. Hoping it wouldn't be too much of a deterrent from the timely acquiesce sent by the former Councillor, Kiskla informed her Jedi contact that she would not be coming alone, but this did not change the nature of the meeting.

It was part of a mandate Kiskla was hoping to ensure throughout The Order. Pairs. Pairs to assist others when they fell, and to fortify their strengths. Whatever the outcome of this meeting, nothing was ever on her mind beside the benefit of her people. Today, her people were Jedi, no matter which splintered group they aligned themselves with.

Expertly, Kiskla's digits danced along the control board in the cockpit and entered the coordinates for the Monastery System. Four years ago, Kiskla had graduated with honours from the Republic Air Force -- it was safe to say herself and the former Grandmaster and newly appointed councillor by her jurisdiction alone, were in safe hands.

A loud roar echoed through the cavernous hangar, and signalled to all lolygaggers to make haste one way or another. With all systems online, the confirmation for their departure was passed through, recommending Crimson II take the route identified as Mark 235, Head 123. After her venture with Tamara to Dathomir to visit the past through days of tireless flowalking, the corvette had undergone some changes. No longer did it boast Republic insignias but instead a deep navy paint that made it appear sleeker and not so detectable with the naked eye in the brilliance of cold space.

"You showed me earlier that you could adjust your signature with the blink of an eye." The blonde commented to her stoic companion ([member="Ben Watts"]) after they had broken through Tython's atmosphere and were travelling against a blur of stars. The celestial streaks outside were going to be their view for quite some time, might as well paint their immediate area with conversation. "Why did you choose to learn that?"

 

[Ben Watts]

And so it seemed he was back to doing exactly what he had done all those years ago. Traveling the Galaxy, looking for hope, the only difference was this time he actually knew there was someone on the other side. When he and Teferi had set out to rebuild the Jedi the first time neither of them knew if they would find any Jedi to join their cause. He feared the worst for the Republic, but more importantly, the Jedi. His visions were not clear but he had been seeing things unfold before his eyes through both the force and his sleep and he did not like what he saw. War was coming and if they could not unite with those of common interest then they would be destroyed just like the Empire before them.

Whatever ill will the former members of the Jedi had towards the Republic he hoped he could sway them to at least remember what their original ideals stood for. Ben still believed in the Republic his former Master had given his life for, despite the wars, the infighting, and all their failures, he believed it could be fixed if he tried hard enough. So strange that they had, only a few months ago, been labeled as war mongers. Now they were weak, on their heels, and not ready for what was about to hit them in any sense of the word. His life's work was in trouble and he would not go down without a fight.

Ben turned his head as he heard the voice of his newest travel companion, [member="Kiskla Grayson"]. She was different from Teferi, not in a had way, but different. Their journeys had been filled with much silence and studying, but Kiskla enjoyed discussing matters at hand, a much welcome change of pace. "What is the point of trying to fit in with evil if your aura shines as bright as a sun?" They had not really discussed what he had done in his exile, the topic had come up yes, but he still had not divulged why he had traveled the Galaxy under a false name. "I needed to fit in with the people I was around and most of them would not have appreciated knowing that the guy who they had just met stood for everything they did not." He chuckled slightly and looked out the window of the starships and admired the view.

"Now I try and convince my own people that we are not evil." His voice was low and he was disappointed that it had come to this. "I believe in them, though, they will listen to what we have to say."

 

[Kiskla Grayson-Matteo]

The youthful blonde seemed appeased by his answer and shrugged her shoulders, turning back to the scanners as they travelled through neutral territory toward their destination. "Makes sense." Then his tone turned darker, and Kiskla inhaled a deep sigh, rotating her chair away from the viewport.

"It's an endless conversation. The Republic hardly needs an enemy these days, since we're hollowing ourselves out from the inside." Wallowing in the pity of their nation simply wouldn't do. They had to have confidence in their message, and a humble ear to what those that organized the Silver Jedi had to say. Silver. Why Silver, anyways?

*

Crimson II whined slightly as it swayed, rocking gently in the air's natural currents while it prepared to land. Tiny legs protruded from the belly of the hull, and the ship jolted upon impact. Kiskla moved swiftly, unbuckling her webbing and setting the engines for standby. She doubted they'd need to have a cold start, but it was always better to keep something this large warm. Compressed air released, and the ramp for herself and [member="Ben Watts"] to walk down lowered. The click of boots, a familiar sound, was made audible while she descended to the bare plains, save for the temple of the sacred circle.

[member="Rasu Gan"] | [member="Iella E'ron"]

 

[Coci Heavenshield]

Kiskla Grayson | Ben Watts | Rasu Gan​

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It was not long before Iella had joined her fellow Jedi Master, [member="Rasu Gan"], in the conference room. She gave Rasu a respectful nod before quickly taking the seat next to her and turning the chair to face her side on. Her face, held a smile, but her eyes showed a mind at work as she thought about the coming meeting with the member of the Jedi Order. She sat in silence for a moment only.

"Rasu, I do not believe there is any more then Master Kiskla extending a hand of friendship and to find out more about our purpose. One thing I do know about this Master is her want for understanding and knowledge, which is what a Jedi should do, not remain in ignorance", she said softly. "It comes as no surprise to me that it is Kiskla that has initiated this first contact since we have left and for that I give her my thanks and respect for doing so".

"However, I want you thoughts on the matter". she asked of her friend.

They would soon be arriving to Monastery, but Iella wanted Rasu's words before disembarking to meet with Master Grayson.

 

[Rasu Gan]

With a rather blank gaze, Rasu stared at the center of the table, scanning the naval monitor, as Iella spoke, her mind consuming every word and processing it in the depths of her brain. Iella knew much more about the Jedi Councillor than she did, having served on the Council for a longer period and having the chance to work with the esteemed Masters while Rasu remained a Padawan and Knight. The Shi'ido had grown to know more and more about the woman opposite her since their departure and now her trust in the human was now not just out of respect of her superior but of a friend. She looked up into the eyes of Iella, holding them there while she spoke.

"You know so much more of these Jedi than I do, Iella. I only served on the Council for a short time, whereas you spent several months. Honestly I don't know anything about Master Grayson, having only worked with her Padawan, Antares, for a short while. I trust your judgement, and I too believe that they mean us no harm. So I see no point in delay, if they want to know the reason for our swift departure, then they shall receive it, and hopefully learn from this as a whole." she said, rising from the chair. Making her way to the door, she turned to look at Iella again. "Let's get going. The monitor says we've almost arrived, so let's go and meet with our Jedi sister and brother."

[member="Iella E'ron"] [member="Kiskla Grayson"] [member="Ben Watts"]

 

[Ben Watts]

The rattling of the ship landing alerted Ben to the fact that they were landing. Since the trip had began the two had taken their leave of each other and Ben had spent it in his quarters going over a few old scrolls he had acquired. Nothing special, old school teachings, things he did not particularly believe in but he felt that even though they were misguided there was knowledge to be found there. Standing up, he glanced at his lightsaber that was sitting on the bed in his room, it had been so long since he had worn it on his person. He had not activated the thing in what seemed like years, preferring to train with heavier weapons. He would not need it now, so without a second thought, he turned on his heel and went to meet Kiskla at the exit ramp.

"I met Iella once," He said casually as he pulled the hood of his robe up and over his face. "She believed in the Jedi back then, at least she seemed too. Funny how things change." He walked down the ramp beside Kiskla and the all to familiar feeling of trying to negotiate washed back over him. He used to do this daily, but back then, it was with Senators and Politicians. Lots of Jedi despised doing that kind of work but it did not really bother Ben.

"I'll let you do the talking." Entering the building he took a backstep to Kiskla, she was the organizer, he was the eye candy mediator.

[member="Rasu Gan"] [member="Iella E'ron"] [member="Kiskla Grayson"]

 

[Coci Heavenshield]

Kiskla Grayson | Ben Watts | Rasu Gan​

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The Ambassador Class Corvette - The Vigueur Argent, touched down on the plains of Monastery. Off in the distance one could see the edge of the great forests this planet is noted for. Iella's head turned in that direct to view it and made a note to revisit this place and explore it. But that was far off into the future, as leisure time is scare and a luxury for the moment. After leaving Rasu after their brief conference, she had gone to her quarters to refresh and change.

Now she stood on the plains at the base of the boarding ramp, Rasu would not be to far behind. Iella wrapped her cream cloak around her body and held them in position, not to conceal anything but more to keep out the cool breeze that bent the tall grasses on the plains. The only thing she carried was her saber clipped to her belt as she always did.

By now Master Kiskla would know of their arrival, Iella had asked the Commander to send a message through of their arrival in system. And so she began her walk to the ship.

 

[Kiskla Grayson-Matteo]

The bracer Kiskla wore on her right arm coincided with the channel that Iella's message travelled on. It was only a handful (or maybe two handfuls) of moments later than herself and [member="Ben Watts"] entered the same vicinity as [member="Iella E'ron"] and [member="Rasu Gan"]. She was eager to begin their discussion, and initiated the spell of bows that was likely to commence considering all their mutual respects.

"Masters Gan and E'ron," The blonde began, once she had erected her spine and was standing tall and statuesque once more. "Thank you for meeting with us today. Perhaps you've met before, but this is Master Ben Watts -- he too is interested to hear about The Silver Jedi." Kiskla afforded a few moments for pleasantries to be added to the transaction, and be exchanged to all present. Time was a pressing influence these days, and she'd never want to be disrespectful but she wasn't one to beat around the bush.

"As I mentioned in my message, curiosity was the motivator to reach out to you. You're both missed from The Council -- I'd love to hear your stories." A pause. "We both would."

 

[Rasu Gan]

Rasu was more than happy to be once again out in the fresh air that was Monastery, shivering slightly as a cool breeze flew through from the vast forests to the left of the ship. The Shi'ido pulled her gray cloak tighter around her torso, as she walked over to stand beside Iella, watching as another craft began to make its way towards them across the skyline. The grass billowed and swayed as the Republic vessel slowly landed, forcing the Shi'idos cloak and loose clothing to flutter about behind her, the cool breeze of the nearby forest, seeming to no longer have an affect on anyone in the near vicinity. Turning to look at Iella, she seemed to fixated on the Republic craft to have noticed the Shi'ido, and Rasu could understand why. It had been a while since she too had laid eyes upon many of the Jedi within the Republic, and although she had not had much to do with Kiskla it would be at least comforting to know that the Republic was still holding itself together.

As two figures disembarked the opposing vessel, Rasu took a step forward, turning to give Iella a reassuring squeeze on the arm before heading forward to meet the pair of Jedi that had journeyed far to meet them. Immediately Rasu made out the form of Master Grayson, smiling in greeting as she approached the pair, the woman's features becoming clearer as she made it closer. The male beside her however remained a mystery to the Shi'ido having not recalled ever meeting the man during her time in the Order. However she deemed hi to be quite high in the Order, perhaps even replacing Iella or herself on the Council. He seemed to hold himself as one would in such a high position in the Order, his posture radiating an aura of confidence. Rasu offered him a small smile as well, hoping that this would at least dissolve the sheer awkwardness of the situation.

Before long the four Jedi had met, standing opposite each other, with the Silver Jedi on one side, and the Jedi of the Republic on the other. Rasu held out her hand towards the man as Kiskla spoke, hoping to convey to both Jedi that although the two of them had left the Order, they were still Jedi at heart. She didn't want to cause any hostility between the two Jedi organisations.

"It is a pleasure Master Watts. I am Rasu Gan." she said, offering another small smile, before taking a step back into her original position. She now turned to Master Grayson, answering her question.

"We were expecting such a call Master Grayson. We just weren't certain how much time would pass before you made the call." she said, placing her hands behind her back. A sense of nostalgia now passed over the Shi'ido, to have Jedi of her old life around her, made her feel as if she was back on Coruscant, apart of the Order that had raised her and taken her in, as if nothing had changed. But things had changed, perhaps the two Master's in front of her were not at fault but the reasons for her departure still existed, if not in the two standing on front of her, then in someone else in the Order. They had the right to know, and she would tell them. Looking to Iella, she decided that she would go first, allowing the Corellian to finish, which she always did so beautifully.

"The Jedi that I once loved and cared deeply for are gone, Masters. With the disbandment of the Sith Empire, I believed war to be over, that we could finally look to peace. That was not the case, as you know." Rasu recalled the earthen plateau's that had covered O'reen, ones that had been covered in the blood of all those that took part. Rasu remembered the ear-piercing roars of the Vong beasts as she ran to flee the planet, tripping over bodies of all species. "O'reen should never have happened. But I stayed faithful, I was beginning to think like them, that our one goal was to eliminate the Sith, and if it meant starting war after war then so be it. It took the kidnapping of my Padawan and her torture for me to come to my senses. I could see what we were and still are becoming. There is a reason we were called warmongers Master Grayson, Master Watts, and that reason still exists. I won't be drawn into another war, I fought against those in our own Order, those who wanted war, but I failed. When Master Dragonsflame stepped down as Grandmaster, my eyes were opened and I can still see it now, the Order is doomed and I no longer want to be a part of it." she said, taking a step back as she got her emotions back under control.

[member="Kiskla Grayson"] [member="Ben Watts"] [member="Iella E'ron"]

 

[Coci Heavenshield]

Kiskla Grayson | Ben Watts | Rasu Gan​

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"Master Grayson, Master Watts, it is good to see you both in good heath", she said to begin the pleasantries "It has been a long time since Ossus Master Watts and I am please to see you have come out of her hertimage", she bowed with respect to the two Master of the Order before her.

Maste Rasu Gan spoke first outlining her reasons for her decision which in part is the same for Iella. Iella reached out and placed her hand on Rasu's shoulder as she sensed the strong emotions welling up within her, which is understandable as they both loved the Jedi Order and disliked seeing what it had become. But now Iella went straight to business as time is of the essence for them all.

"Believe me when I say I did not take my decision to leave the Jedi Order lightly .. many factors were involved with it, from a personal point of view and as a Jedi, and I will not touch on them all as you will get tired of hearing my voice. I have a purpose as Jedi and I brought that purpose to the Jedi Order when I joined, but over time that purpose was eroded and I lost sight of it. My purpose is to be the a protector of innocence and the weak where ever they may be, to be a champion for them in a time of darkness that threaten them, a fighter against the evils of the galaxy in all it aspects. My purpose is to be a Jedi, and I can't do that in the Jedi Order. Not in it's current manifestation", she paused for moment thinking of her words.

"The time I spent there, which is not that long ago, I witness the development of a culture within the Order of Jedi with a singled minded purpose to war, to only seek the fight .. it clouds them and they have forgotten their purpose. I see no compassion in the Order now and that saddens me. The Jedi Order is close to the Galactic Republic and no matter what you might think it does influence the decisions of the Council. Renegade Jedi take matters into their own hands, without consultation with the Council .. this happened in my time and are not checked for their actions. The Jedi Order is out of control and swirling on a downward path. I do love the Jedi Order, what it stands for, it purpose and guidance for those that seek it, but ... that is the Jedi Order of old, not of today". But enough of that.

"Master Grayson, Master Watts, The Order of the Silver Jedi, in the past was more focused on the Sith and to fight the dark side of the force, over time they disbanded .. in my research I discovered documentation about them, and it sparked an interest .. however, we are not The Order of the Silver Jedi of the past, although we will fight against the dark side which I believe is not just manifested within Force Users, but will form in all actions of any sentient being, we are not Sith hunters as some view us. The Silver Jedi purpose is to be Champions of Innocent and the Weak, like my purpose. We will protect those that call for us, we will protect ourselves, but through peaceful means not the blade, to ignite our blades will be the last resort".

Iella looked to them both .. allowing a pause in her conversation for questions if they had them.

 

[Kiskla Grayson-Matteo]

The Kiffar did not flinch when [member="Rasu Gan"] mentioned O’reen, despite how much she had despised when that issue was ordered. She had not partaken, as it went against what she had promised Ashin on Necropolis during one of her many clandestine affairs. It had been a stretch, and Master Halcyon had supported her actions by proclaiming it an eradication of shadows from the galaxy.

Kiskla was afraid this would be their reasoning. They weren’t the same as the Levantine Sanctum — many that composed that government no longer followed any sort of Code that coincided with The Jedi. They were still welcoming and benevolent however, and Kiskla held Rosa, Seroth and others in high esteem after their conversation a little under a year ago when Kiskla was losing faith in The Order herself. Still, she was a firm believer in changing from the inside and leading by example — if she had the weight to pull, she would pull it. Even if her shoulders broke under the strain.

Not today.

“The only reason an Order could be doomed, as you know well yourself having organized your own on different terms, would be that those that compose it fail to do anything. To keep working toward a common goal.” Kiskla was about to continue on her soapbox, when she recalled that this was to be her political endeavour, not her teaching side, nor her taunting tongue. What Rasu explained, did not touch on what she was genuinely curious on.

Why the Silver Jedi. Who where they, what did they do, and why did they splinter away? Simply because they were deflated and unable to continue seeing the ultimate goal? Kiskla had been deterred at one point, but she’d trudged through the mires of slander and whispers to find the root of what she was to represent. It was through her conduct alone that would inspire herself, and hopefully others. An example. A paragon and beacon by example. She believed that spoke more of loyalty than a handshake and a nod from afar while organizing a segregated sect. Thankfully, Kiskla was beyond adept at keeping her conflicts before the surface and nigh undetectable — her own chemistry was known to a single being in the galaxy, and he had been swallowed up by the stars in efforts to eradicate the shadows and spread benevolence.

Once Rasu finished, [member="Iella E'ron"] stepped in with the explanation Kiskla was seeking. Her whirlwind of thoughts had only taken a heartbeat, and the silence was filled by the Corellian. The councillor listened expectantly, waiting to hear something that would inspire and refresh her, as it had done for the Jedi that had joined their cause. She continued to wait until the end of Iella’s honest and thorough explanation.

Finally, a blonde brow arched. This, all of this, was something she had said a year ago to Master Halcyon in a meeting Iella herself had been present in. At that time, Master E'ron had supported The Republic’s path — now it appeared convenient to no longer do so.

Because they lost sight of their own purposes, they had to create a new vision.

“So instead of doing what you could to start a current of change from both of your esteemed positions, you decided to leave and start fresh, without being associated to The Republic? And as spheres of influence, this was convincing enough for others to join you in splintering away.” Light eyes looked about the neutral space around them. She had perhaps severed the conversation with her comments, and she knew this needed to be secured, but it was so beyond irritating to her. She had accidentally answered her own question with assumptions.

“[member="Ben Watts"] and myself came this way to understand your mission. And you came here to tell us — we appreciate that. Immeasurably so, and we wanted to dissolve any of your suspicions in thinking that perhaps The Order is resentful of you — we’re not. You are Jedi, you are our sisters and brothers still and to the full. No matter which titles we bear, Master, Padawan, Knight, Silver, Guardian, whatever. As long as we are Jedi, and defenders of what is just and light, there will be no concerns between us. In fact, I look forward to serving with you again in the impending future. There are dark forces afoot with will demand all guardians of the light convene once more to protect the masses.

Have you heard about the stirrings of the Sith, and The New Order’s bounties on all Jedi?”

They were allies — and those aligned passed on information that would benefit each other, and protect them in the long run. Kiskla intended to do just that, and make sure the two Masters and their disciples understood the threats that were harboured against them, even if they were not of The Republic and intended to steer from conflict.

 

[Coci Heavenshield]

Kiskla Grayson | Ben Watts | Rasu Gan​

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The main reason Iella hold Master Grayson in such high esteem is that she is a no nonsense person as well as Jedi. And she does not hold back on her thoughts and opinions, but then so is Iella. Both Masters are strong in this regard but equally they are mindful of the fact to remain within the boundaries of a collected mind and composure. Iella knows that Kiskla is her to seek to form an understanding of her and The Order of the Silver Jedi. She only gave Kiskla a gentle smile at her words before she would explain more. For a moment Iella contemplated her words regarding not doing all they could and stay to fight against the growing discontent within the Order and the Republic.

"Kiskla", she began dropping the formalities and addressing her by her given name, this was done out of friendship not disrespect. "When I first came to the Jedi Order as a Padawan the Order was in disarray then, many Jedi Masters and Knights had left due to similar reason that I now speak of, then.. I had the exact same attitude as you do now toward them, that they should have remain and continued to fight for change .. many in the Order had branded them a traitors etc., I did not .. but at the time I did not understand their leaving", she flash a quick look toward Master Ben Watts.

"However, in that time I saw the Order expand and grow stronger again, with the hard work of those that remained, and I was one of them, many of the Jedi in the Order today where not there and so did not see it at its lowest but only arrived when the Order was at it height, we finally reach a point with a full Council on which I was placed with great honour, we saw the end of the Sith Empire and peace .. but still there was that threat of it all coming undone and so we see that now. Yes I could have stayed and continue to fight to regain control of the Order, as I have done in the past .. again. But this is one of reasons why I finally decided that enough was enough, that this continual hitting ones head against a brick wall, was taking time away from what we as Jedi should be doing". Iella stopped at this point leaving this part of the meeting to a close.

She shifted in her position as the thought of the reforming Sith factions. "Intelligence reports has indicated that the New Order is forming up to the east of the Galaxy and growing stronger, we must keep our eyes on this development, but moreover there is the threat of the Horde to the south, on the borders of CIS space, too close for comfort for them I would say. All citizens of the Galaxy must be concerned by this new faction as well. My concern with these two 'like minded' new factions is that they will form an alliance and become a more potent threat to all freedom .. it is time we all pulled our friends closer in order to prepare for what might come, the Sith will return and they might have allies to rally to their cause", she paused for a moment thinking on her next words carefully.

"Might it be time for us to pull all our friends together, put aside political differences and form the Galactic Alliance .. the proper one not that rebellious group that disappeared as quickly as they arrived. But come together under the one banner and prepare contingencies against the growing threat. The Republic is strong but I don't believe strong enough to fight this alone. If we form this, have the leaders from all allies join in meeting with the purpose of form a strategy to stop this threat before it gets a strong hold. I am not suggesting one big faction, the respective Governments and Groups will remain as they are, but in an Alliance, we come together".

A grand plan indeed .. but one worth meditation.

 

[Kiskla Grayson-Matteo]

[member="Rasu Gan"]


Kiskla balanced the weight on the balls of her feet while [member="Iella E'ron"] gave her explanation. As much as Kiskla wanted to accept it, she was upsettingly deaf to a large portion of the words. It would be best for [member="Ben Watts"] to say anything as far as reassuring went, because he too had been one to leave. Everyone had left. It was possibly the one thing that could get her upset these days. It did make sense, how she ended her comment however, about fighting through the muck to defend their name subtracted from the focus of actually being a jedi. That part was impressive. That was the refreshment Kiskla sought.

"It doesn't matter how thick The Republic's skin is, when they're being hollowed from the inside." Kiskla whispered, although audible. It was just..a scary thought for her to actually voice aloud. "An Alliance would be wise. Have you spoken with the leaders of the CIS?" Ugh, there had been so many meetings with them lately -- those templar folks. The kiffar wasn't certain she could stomach anymore of them. Oh my she was being immature this meeting; she definitely had to swallow that selfishness straight away.

"There will be a demand for unity." Kiskla added thoughtfully, "One that will bring all those with a clear vision for defence and peace together inevitably. Hopefully however, your suggestion of an Alliance unites before it's forced."