Girls just wanna have fun!

[Rasu Gan]

The Deep Core planet of Tython was the birthplace of the Jedi and their Je'daii ancestor's. Thousands of years ago the Je'daii Order studied the secrets of the Force here, both light and dark. In those day's there was no Jedi or Sith, all were Je'daii and there was balance. However the peace could not last and soon a civil war broke out between those that followed the ways of Ashla and those that followed the ways of Bogan. For ten years the forces of light and dark fought until only one side remained. From the ashes of the Force war, the Jedi Order was born. Founded upon the virtues of their ancestor's, the Jedi Order fought for peace and justice while defending the weak. This new Order eventually abandoned their home, and sought a new shelter, where painful memories didn't linger. Tython was forgotten, it's existence becoming only a rumour. It wasn't till twenty two thousand years later that the planet was rediscovered, the Jedi Order had returned home. However their stay was short-lived as the planet was corrupted by a dark side weapon. Since this day the Jedi have not returned to Tython, with all the known hyperlanes unstable, the planet was abandoned again, allowing the dark side to fully corrupt the world. And this is how it has remained for the last two thousand years.


A lone shuttle emerged from hyperspace into the Tython system. The shuttle shot forward, heading towards the planet surface. A large pillar-like rock formation seemed to erupt from the ground as the shuttle flew closer to the surface. Ancient ruins were set atop this rock pillar and it was here that the shuttle set itself down to land. With it's landing gear secured to the pillar, the boarding ramp extended, allowing the fresh Tythonian air to begin it's circulation throughout the craft. Rasu sat with her friends, Nala, Akodya and Sochi, in the cockpit of the shuttle, staring wide-eyed out the viewport at the landscape. Unfastening herself from the co-pilots chair, she left the cockpit and bounded down the boarding ramp, her Rutian Twi'lek form inhaling the fresh sweet air. She stopped awe-struck by the wonderful scene around her. A large stream seemed to erupt from a ruined fountain which flowed across the plateau and cascaded down the side of the rock formation creating a cool mist that sparkled in the sunlight. Shouting up the boarding ramp, she said, "Come on guys, it looks a lot more impressive from outside the shuttle viewport." Walking towards the stream, she sat on the bank, taking her boots off before placing her feet in the soothing, cool water. The water washed waves of calm over the Shi'ido Padawan, soothing her aches and cramps from the long, stressful flight here. The mist cast a sense of tranquility over the area, feeling completely at ease, Rasu lay on her back, taking in the scenery while waiting for her friends to join her.



@[member="Akodya Mune"]
@[member="Nala Tu"]
@[member="Sochi Ru"]

 

[Nala Tu]

When Nala emerged she had to stretch her long neck out from side to side. She'd been flying the entire trip, after insisting upon it mind you, and the cockpit wasn't exactly as spacious as she'd hoped. When they'd landed she'd taken a deep breath of relief before finally unstrapping herself and exiting. After getting the knots out of her neck she looked about and saw how beautiful Tython really was. She took in a deep breath before fully exiting the pod and walking towards where Rasu was resting her feet in the water. She walked up and put her hands in, humming a little at how relaxing the water felt against her fingers. Then she scooped some up and drank it.

"So refreshing." She said before fully standing. "Wonder why the Jedi would ever leave this place. It's so tranquil. Maybe we should let the masters know and they could recolonize the place."

@[member="Rasu Gan"] @[member="Sochi Ru"] @[member="Akodya Mune"]

 

[Mother Askani]

She walked down the ramp, her long robes loosely moving with every step. She had her right hand on her right Montral. If was a little cramped within the cockpit she had bumped her Montral a couple of times, and it became just slightly sore. It wasn't nothing that wouldn't fade within time. It would seem the subtle pain faded quicker than she expected when the sun finally hit her red soaked skin. As she went from the shadow the ship had cast and into the suns light it would seem her mood changed; and she wouldn't be the only one. She smiled only as Rasu and Nala spent their first minute or two at this beautiful stream. She walked t get closer, bending over and brining her feet up every other step to take her boots off. She loved when the soles of her feet touched the actual earth. She felt at peace, and not disconnected from it, as she got closer to them she came to a stop, placing more weight on her legs so her feet would hug the ground beneth her. She chuckled, at Nala who took a quick sip of the water. She also wondered why such a place like this was abandoned for so long, though they all knew the history behind it, it was still unbelievable in a sense.

"Yes this place is beyond calming. So serene, it does make us question why they left though." She said softly.

@[member="Nala Tu"] @[member="Rasu Gan"] @[member="Akodya Mune"]

 

[Akodya Mune]

Although Akodya didn't hint at it, but Tython's landscape took her by surprise. Nature ruled this planet with a delicate hand, with lush plants and moss inching up the forgotten ruins. Colors devoured the last memories of the Je'daii that once called this world their sanctuary. The vibrant flowers and life that was present acted as a memorial of what was once here. It was oddly...beautiful for a place that was said to be corrupted by the dark side of the force. She could feel her friends excitement radiate of them as their shuttle bucked slightly when securing itself to a large pillar. As expected Rasu was first to jump to her feet and rush towards the exit without a second thought. How can one person be so enthusiastic after a rickety shuttle ride like that? Akodya thought to herself as a soft sigh escaped her lips. Although the trip had been considerably shortened by hyperspace, it didn't make it any less uncomfortable. Nala soon trailed after her happily, and then Sochi, rubbing her montral. Akodya recalled more then once the poor padawan's head slamming against something in the rather small cockpit.

Last out onto the ramp, Akodya's eyes widened as a soft and gentle breeze rushed past her, the warm air caressing her cheek as it flew by. The sun's rays tickled her skin as she reluctantly made her way down to where her friends were mucking about in a small stream, Not joining in on the other's merry playing, Akodya scowled a little as she stood next to Sochi.

"They left because this place has been claimed by the dark side. Returning here would be dooming us all." She said bluntly as she started down at Rasu and Nala, before taking off her thick burgundy cloak and rolling up her cream sleeves. It was warmer then she expected here.

@[member="Sochi Ru"] @[member="Nala Tu"] @[member="Rasu Gan"]

 

[Rasu Gan]

It wasn't long before all four Padawan's had left the shuttle to admire Tython's beauty. Nala and Sochi came over to the stream to join Rasu as they cooled their feet in the soothing water. Is it like this everyday here? Rasu thought. It was hard to believe that a world tainted by the dark side could still retain such an abundance of life and natural beauty, but here it was, staring them right in the face. Akodya seemed to be the only one who was not yet fully enjoying herself, this seemed to trouble Rasu as she had been a bit concerned bringing the human to this world. The Shi'ido was the only one that had known about the woman's small fight with the dark side only a month ago, and Rasu was worried that the dark side presence on Tython might spark another internal conflict in the girl. However Rasu had to have faith in Akodya's abilities and even if worse cam to worse, she had three friends who would stand by her if anything went wrong.

Looking up at Akodya, she made sure she was smiling before saying, "Come on Akodya, stop being a sour puss and come and enjoy the water. We're only here for a few day's before we're expected back at the temple so lets make the most of it." Patting her hand on the grassy patch beside her, she gestured for the human to come and sit, wanting her to join the trio in the water. Rasu had wanted to spend their time here relaxing while at the same time, exploring the ancient ruins, gaining knowledge of their Je'daii ancestors. With this said, the Shi'ido now turned to her three friends, asking "So what shall we do first? Do we want to set up camp here and relax for a bit, or shall we go explore?"


@[member="Sochi Ru"]
@[member="Nala Tu"]
@[member="Akodya Mune"]

 

[Nala Tu]

After hearing Akodya's remark and Rasu's response Nala had to add in "Yeah, Akodya. We can all be sour pusses when we have to go back." She giggled a bit at her joke before hearing what Rasu wanted to do. "I think it's best we set up first. Better to know we have someplace to head back to. But then again we could cover more ground if some of us set up while some of us explore." She looked about to hear what the others would say but, before they could answer, she raised her hand and said "Dibs on exploring team."

@[member="Rasu Gan"] @[member="Sochi Ru"] @[member="Akodya Mune"]

 

[Mother Askani]

Sochi only smiled as the two teased Akodya, it would seem that maybe something was bothering Her. It made Sochi ponder for a moment. She looked over at her, standing next to her, she placed her hand on her shoulder and smiled at her. If something was on her mind, and if it had anything to do with the dark side that plagued this planet some time ago, then teasing probably wouldn't help her. Maybe Sochi was wrong, but she didn't want there to be tension amongst them already. Then she turned her attention back to Rasu who had now addressed the group as a whole. She asked if they wanted to set up first or explore and return, then Ru's attention quickly turned to Nala who had suggested we split up the work, it made more sense after all. Hmm she thought to herself, before taking a couple of steps closer to them. "Maybe we should split it up, I'll stay and help get everything set up if that's the choice were gonna go with." She said softly. She smiled when Nala raised her hand, claiming her spot in the exploring group. Maybe Ru's decision to come was a good one after all.

@[member="Nala Tu"] @[member="Rasu Gan"] @[member="Akodya Mune"]

 

[Akodya Mune]

Akodya rolled her eyes at her friends remarked, rather taken back by how relaxed they were about the situation they were in. Tython was still very much a untouched world, and had been for a very long time. What darkness could have grown here in the Jedi's absence? Scowling, the young padawan began to feel very uneasy. She was not as strong as the others when it came to resistance. She was pulled back to reality when Sochi placed her hand on her shoulder and gave Akodya a reassuring smile. Akodya forced a small one back before turning to Rasu, ignoring the Shi'do gesturing to the free place next to her.

Nala suggested splitting up the tasks before settling down for their stay, in which Akodya responded to with a stiff nod. "I'll help Sochi with that," She added, looking at the padawans in the stream. "Looks like you two are exploring. Just stay in one piece, I don't want to have to break the news to the significant others back home..." She teased a little.

@[member="Sochi Ru"] @[member="Nala Tu"] @[member="Rasu Gan"]

 

[Rasu Gan]

Rasu was relieved when Akodya's mood finally picked up. Seeing the girl smile brought a small one to her own face and reassured the Shi'ido that her friend would be alright for now.

She let a small laugh escape her lips at the human's attempt to tease them, replying, "Oh Akodya, for a minute it actually sounded like you cared for our well-being." A huge cheeky grin had appeared on the Twi'lek's face, Rasu was pleased that she was now able to joke around with her friends and not be worried that they wouldn't bite her head off at such a silly remark. Many people found the Shi'ido a bit hard to handle, as her behaviour often made them feel slightly uncomfortable. Rasu was just pleased that she was able to be herself in front of her friends, letting her quirky behaviour run amok.

With Sochi and Akodya, staying with the shuttle to set up camp, herself and Nala would be able to explore the surrounding area. Rasu had hoped that she would be allowed to explore the wonders of the planet first, and was over-joyed when the other two Padawan's had declined the opportunity, allowing Nala and herself the honours. Turning to the Kaminoan, she said, "Well Nala, let's leave these two to their own devices. We can start by having a look at what's at the bottom of this rock formation." Without giving her time to respond, the Shi'ido quickly turned to face the end of the stream, running towards the edge of the formation, before jumping into the air and through the veil of mist. She fell downward, the mist of the churning waterfall soaked her clothes as she continued her descent. Calling upon the force, she slowed her speed so she dived elegantly into the frothy pool of water at the bottom of the formation. Swimming to the bank, she pulled herself up, sitting down while she waited for Nala to join her, eager to see her reaction.


@[member="Nala Tu"] @[member="Sochi Ru"] @[member="Akodya Mune"]

 

[Nala Tu]

Hearing Akodya made Nala a bit worried. She wasn't used to seeing her friend act like this, but then given everything that had happened to her it was understandable. Nala had dealt with the same issue as well after her father died and she herself almost went down a dark path. At least she was among more friends to help her ease into her more friendly state. When Rasu agreed to go with her before running, Nala called out "Hey!" before using the force to run fast as well. She watched as she dove into the water and swam the rest of the way before reaching the rock formation first. When she arrived she looked at Rasu and said "Show off." with a smirk. She turned her attention to the rock formation and asked "You think the Jedi made this? Looks like it used to be one thing but then got knocked over and became something else."

@[member="Rasu Gan"] @[member="Akodya Mune"] @[member="Sochi Ru"]

 

[Mother Askani]

She watched the others run off to do their exploring, it seemed they were perfect for that specific task. She sat down her boots, and turned to Akodya, "Are you alright? It would seem you were feeling maybe.. A bit stressed, or maybe frustrated?" She softly looking at her friend. It would seem maybe the others had known something Sochi herself didn't. Maybe it was best she got to know since they were here. And now with the others not around maybe she would want to talk on the subject. Nevertheless Sochi didn't want to push the topic, if she wasn't ready she wasn't ready. In time, maybe would she come to find out. She placed her hand on her shoulder once more feeling for her. "If your in some sort of pain, or something dear, you can tell me. I only want to help" she said softly, hopefully reassuring her that Sochi was there for her.

@[member="Nala Tu"] @[member="Rasu Gan"] @[member="Akodya Mune"]