Let's try this again

[Stardust Solus Skirae]

[member="Lan-Dai Navras"]

hmmmm....you are a interesting one...if I wasnt as skilled or focused I wouldnt think you could use the force at all


She finished her tea and smiled at him as her eyes scanned him over, he was skilled, polite as could be, and capable in combat...for sure stardust had to keep him on mind just in case she needed help


that is all...I'm curious if you've questions for me

 

[Lan-Dai Navras]

Being analyzed the way he was by Stardust wasn't new to him, yet somehow never got quite used to it.

Likewise he finished his tea, which he became fond of. Nodding under his hood at her statement, Lan-Dai looked at Stardust and analyzed her the same way. She was likewise powerful in the Force, a skilled fighter in her own right, and a humble queen besides. Such qualities had persuaded Lan-Dai that she was better off made a permanent ally, something the Emerallian sensed was a mutual notion.

"The same questions you made towards me, and anything else you believe are important for me to know about yourself...."

 

[Stardust Solus Skirae]

[member="Lan-Dai Navras"]

ahhh that cards being lmayed yesh? hahaha alrighty

Stardust took a minute to think, even closing her eyes as she took a breath and released it wih a smile upon her face as she nodded remembering everything shes done before she smiled

I've told you my view of the force si that's covered, my past however well...I shall not try and lie. I was born to a business family, traveled the stars with my mother and father..until nar shadda, my father visit there trying to help a small business and when we were returning home we got caught in crossfire..one explosion and then I was left and my parents had been killed...

Even remembering it now pained her greatly, apparent by how stardust looked down and her brow furrowed

 

[Lan-Dai Navras]

A bold move on his part indeed, especially dealing with someone of Stardust's rank and power in the Force.

Bowing his head slightly from hooded concealment out of both respect and acknowledgement as she mentioned the untimely passing of her parents, Lan-Dai could not refrain from taking a deep breath inwards. This served to remind him that since he had left his home, he has known nothing of his own family since.

"I am sorry, Stardust............. such a tragedy is not easy to bear witness to..........." Lan-Dai's voice was sincere.

"I have known nothing of my own family since leaving them on Emeral. I walked away from everything I knew and everything that had been planned for me to become a Jedi........"

While it was safe to assume they were fine, the doubt remains as not knowing does nothing to provide closure. Stardust had received hers, albeit a tragic one.

 

[Stardust Solus Skirae]

[member="Lan-Dai Navras"]

the path of the jedi is not a easy one, all sides of the force require sacrifice, however that may be...for me it was I started with everything then was thrown down so low...resorting to stealing and learning how to fly in order to survivor on the unforgiving streets of nar shadda

Stardust sat back again, like one would when telling a story, for stardust this is the reason or well one of the reasons she kept on living

To pass her story and knowledge along

I will not lie lan-dai....I've done horrible things in my life, I have done things that would make even the lowest criminal look good...I've fought with the vong not long after I left nar shadda around the age....of 19. I committed such atrocities under them....to this day I carry my regret of such actions...a pledge to never become that perosn again

 

[Lan-Dai Navras]

"We are in agreement, Stardust, that hard and many times unpleasant is the life of a Jedi.... If it is not oneself that is sacrificed, then unfortunately this means that the innocent around you are those that pay......."

Lan-Dai made no effort to hide the discomfort and hint of pain present in what little portion of his face was visible.

"I have likewise done terrible things, though in my case it happened more out of naivety and inexperience than anything else. It wasn't long after I had joined the Jedi Order, someone had specifically requested I lead an evacuation mission on a small planet called Tyramn. The atmosphere was uninhabitable, and the people lived encased in a biosphere. I did what I thought was right, and as it turned out the entire mission was a setup. They were told we were an invasion team, they fought back, the biosphere was destroyed killing all of the citizens within, and most of the team under my command was also lost. Very few survived, including me............"

Lan-Dai closed his eyes, and braced himself before continuing.

"To this day I still have the occassional nightmare, and not a moment goes by that I haven't spent wishing I could take it back. I would have faded into nothing had it not been for my master, who then appointed himself to me. One thing I have since promised myself is that what happened to that city would not happen anywhere else............ Not if I had a say......"

 

[Stardust Solus Skirae]

[member="Lan-Dai Navras"]

I've committed mass murder...under the vong...I did so because I wanted power because he dark side of the force tempted me and I followed without a second thought at all

Stardust bowed her head, then raised it, regret etched into her face as she confessed

however I've also made amends, as you can see now I've dedicated myself to trying to bring balance, to help those that need it which I'd why slavery is banned where I rule and the punishment is harsh.. some I've downright executed...I think it a fair fate

She said and picked her tea up taking a long sip then sighed

 

[Lan-Dai Navras]

The mention of mass murder caused Lan-Dai to straighten slightly from his seat as he restrained a shudder, a shudder of near apprehension that resonated within the Force. Stardust's confession he took as both a constant path from inner turmoil and as a warning of what an uncontrolled lust for power can lead one to.

However, Lan-Dai instantly nodded as Stardust went on to explain that freed herself and has since been looking to atone. Lan-Dai did not know the mass murdering darksider that she spoke of, for he had only met the warrior queen who sought to do her position and bestowed trust justice. Had Lan-Dai not known anything else about her, this was enough.

He said nothing as she spoke of how she dealt with those who were worthy of such punishment as execution, only lowering his head slightly in both understanding and a desire for understanding beyond thought as he pondered what he would do in such a position.

Sipping his tea, Lan-Dai looked up once more at his usual angle that would keep most of his face concealed. His presence exuding both comprehension and reassurance.

 

[Stardust Solus Skirae]

[member="Lan-Dai Navras"]

She sighed and closed her eyes setting back, she felt that shudder resonate and opened her eyes to look at seemingly at his. The eyes carried such weight to them all that she had seen and done over nearly 25 years of pain, love, and death

anything else you wish to ask?

Pouring some more tea for herself she brought the liquid up and with the force heated it so it was boiling again and then blew on it carefully

 

[Stardust Solus Skirae]

[member="Lan-Dai Navras"]

She sighed and closed her eyes setting back, she felt that shudder resonate and opened her eyes to look at seemingly at his. The eyes carried such weight to them all that she had seen and done over nearly 25 years of pain, love, and death

anything else you wish to ask?

Pouring some more tea for herself she brought the liquid up and with the force heated it so it was boiling again and then blew on it carefully

 

[Lan-Dai Navras]

Thus far everything that Stardust had said had resonated within Lan-Dai, and to this point his analysis of her indicated that she would be a worthy ally, perhaps partner.

"One thing I am curious about is.......... how did you get involved in the death run?" Lan-Dai asked with a tone of genuine concern and curiosity.

"Certainly there must be more that her highness wishes to know of me other than what has been asked thus far...... please feel free to not hold any question back..."

Lan-Dai sipped his tea once more.


[member="Stardust Australis Skirae"]

 

[Stardust Solus Skirae]

[member="Lan-Dai Navras"]

doing what I see is just...hunting slavers down. One of them got the drop on me and smacked me upside the head, next thing I knew I woke up in that room. You see on both of my planets slavery is outlawed and the repercussions for being caught is severe....most cases the sentence is death...most would say this is cruel but I say it's a equal punishment to a crime they commit

Sipping her tea again she closed her eyes and took a deep breath and sighed, the man before her was very polite and certainly after saving her life she considered him a ally. Eyes opened to look upon him

may I see your face then? Lan-dai. I wish to look upon the face of the man who rescued me

 

[Lan-Dai Navras]

Listening in detail, it had become clear what it was Stardust faced on a day-to-day basis. What those specific slavers had done was insult to injury, something that had provoked Lan-Dai's ire.

"I can see how this slaver business is a problem, one not to be taken lightly........... Myself, I am not too keen on such an ordeal, and would more than likely do the same if encountering such....... though I would employ harsher sentences than death.."

Upon hearing Stardust's request, one that had taken longer than expected to make, Lan-Dai simply waved his gauntlet protected hand parallel to his hood by several inches and the hood pulled back to reveal his visage. His face was serene, matching his voice flawlessly.

"I trust that you may find me a little less overwhelming now....."

 

[Stardust Solus Skirae]

[member="Lan-Dai Navras"]

you were not overwhelming merely I polite

She said and sipped her tea as she closed her eyes. What could be worse then death? Then again death was a sweet release from the struggles of life and for a slaver that meant freedom in a way

what would you do then that is worse then death?

 

[Lan-Dai Navras]

While it wasn't expected that Star be intiidated by his anonymous visage, it was still courteous to consider the possibility.

"Personally........ and I do apologize beforehand if this comes off as cruel to you........... I would simply deprive such offenders of most of their senses painfully, if not all................. Allow them to finish their lives, but let them finish it without being able to see, hear, talk, taste, touch, or walk............ What meaning could life have under such circumstances? Other than to serve as a harsher sentence than to simply kill them and be done with it....."

Lan-Dai prepared to gauge the queen's opinion as he once more sipped his tea, of which he was growing extremely fond of.

 

[Stardust Solus Skirae]

[member="Lan-Dai Navras"]


She smiled rather cruelly, truely next time she catches a slaver she will bring him in for now however it was merely a idea

that truely is a harsh punishment and a food one at that will have to keep that in mind for later usage

 

[Lan-Dai Navras]

His eyes neither widened nor squinted as he spoke, maintaining an even level of serenity as with his voice. Lan-Dai did, however, raise an eyebrow briefly. Star's open approval of such methods, while not unexpected, did take him aback at the perception that she may even relish implmenting such a fate. There was no question in his mind that slavers deserve such, and then some. However, the relevant issue in Lan-Dai's mind was how apparent it was made that Star would enjoy inflicting punishment, perhaps more than necessary.

"I trust then, that her highness is in favor of such an action....." Lan-Dai spoke with an even tone that had no malice or intentions of being condescnding towards his royal hostess. "As for my discretion, or....... impoliteness" Lan-Dai continued, looking to address a previous statement of hers. "I do what I can not only to protect myself, but those around me who may become targets, such as my friend....... When you do what I do frequently and in more than one place, you're bound to run into someone who will seek retaliation. What better way to accomplish this than through allies, friends, benefactors, or family if you hav any?...." Lan-Dai paused to allow the question to sink in. "Surely you now better understand why I am as apprehensive as I am concerning certain aspects about myself.. Needless to say, though, you'ver earned my trust..... "