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[Matsu Ike]

Caltin Vanagor

"You are a jedi, you have lived, you have experienced, you have survived. Why would that make your experience and teachings to share any less then what is here. All learn things differently and all perspectives add to the whole it is what gives strength to us." Arona said it while sitting there in her seat and touched the arms of it. "We have no reason to exclude others, or those who seek to learn. We are just another group of jedi... albiet larger and more organized. From what I have heard the alliance might not like us since there is no non force users to order around. Everyone is below me and their councils."

 

[Caltin Vanagor]

LOCATION: Shadow Temple | OBJECTIVE: Stepping through a Portal | POST #: 8
TAG (ALLIES) : Matsu Ike
TAG (FOES) : @

Not surprised at her response, Caltin shrugged. Fair enough. I think that the Alliance has a lot going on right now, and frankly, I am more interested in teaching at the moment than being a part of constant fighting. Weird for him to say, but it was true. He did not care for the constant thought of what the next skirmish would be, or where the next dance would be held.

That’s mean.

I don’t hold any ill will or anything, don’t get me wrong. I also welcome them to come learn, or even teach, and will come if they call for help… He then let out a quiet exasperated sigh.

I’m just glad to take the time to enjoy life and “swap stories” like this, you know?

 

[Matsu Ike]

Caltin Vanagor

"It is certainly something different. We don't have as many stories like yours... but we do have many padawans looking to make a name for themselves and trying to impress. More then a few have turned the Celestial Palace into a free for all. Enough that they are not allowed on the station." Matsu looked at her and laughed a little. "To be fair you asking the Rukongi Twins to clean house was kind of funny though... they were glad to make sure some of the padawans were in line without harming them too much." The jedi master laughed though as she turned to Caltin. "There are some other things and Master Arona has been sending jedi to the other galaxies chapter houses to aid us in spreading outwards. We have only scratched a percentage of the galaxies but we are finding force sensitives all over."

 

[Caltin Vanagor]

LOCATION: Shadow Temple | OBJECTIVE: Stepping through a Portal | POST #: 9
TAG (ALLIES) : Matsu Ike
TAG (FOES) : @

Padawans…

When not scared of their own shadow, they think they can take on the galaxy alone.

It is a natural mindset for that stage, unfortunately a dangerous one as well, especially in this day and age. There have been (and still are) gatherings that foster the “lemmeatum!” mindset, and shy away from the shy ones. Of course with the way the galaxy is as a whole it is not entirely unexpected.

Either way, both sides, all types have to be fostered, otherwise they cannot grow as sentients, as Jedi. Jedi have to find a way to create a balance between introverts and extroverts, allowing them to both be heard and respected. Ultimately, this will create a more inclusive environment and help the Jedi reach their full potential.

That is both amazing, and dangerous, when you think about it. Putting his hands on hips.

Of course I’m sure that you already have, but with Sith today, Darksiders as a whole… technology… more and more are in more and more danger, being either self imposed or a result of their environment.

 

[Matsu Ike]

Caltin Vanagor

"It is not popular to say that the darksiders will always be there but they will. It is so easy to use by many and seductive in itself. THey might not be sith but they could become a danger. So awareness and knowledge can lead to a lot." The jedi master said it as Matsu was still sitting there amused with a few more things and she motioned for Caltin to sit down with an expression on her face of 'relax' for the moment. "Our technological edge is fleeting in some ways but we have a benefit of sharing knowledge... mostly. I have not seen many others working to advance the study of force technologies and improve upon them. The fabricators that we have developed use the force and still haven't had competition in several years.... aside from ourselves."

 

[Caltin Vanagor]

LOCATION: Shadow Temple | OBJECTIVE: Stepping through a Portal | POST #: 9
TAG (ALLIES) : Matsu Ike
TAG (FOES) : @

Not seeing the point in being afraid of talking about the Sith, but not forgetting that this was not his facility or environment, Caltin nodded. Quietly, he took the hint to sit down, but he did not “relax”, he did not feel comfoartable yet, something normal for him in a new situations like this,

I meant the galaxy as a whole. Putting his hands down.

I guess that I forget that I am not “out of time” any more, really. It has been just over 20 years since I came out of the ice. Just was “another time” back then… a lot more “looking over the shoulder” now it is so… overt.

 

[Matsu Ike]

Caltin Vanagor

"You should make a support group, there are dozens I have met now that are from that era and come out of cryosleep... makes me really question the safety protocols back then and if they had some sort of workplace safety administration." She tapped her chin and was making a mental note about it.. they might need to make a biot to handle it or assign some jedi purely to creating safety regulations to ensure dangerous situations like that don't happen among the silvers or other groups. Arona chuckled only a little but waas looking just as focused. "From what I have seen the galaxy is as much the same, our old records from every era show the same things happening just the names change or the planets."

 

[Caltin Vanagor]

LOCATION: Shadow Temple | OBJECTIVE: Stepping through a Portal | POST #: 10
TAG (ALLIES) : Matsu Ike
TAG (FOES) : @

He didn’t know if she was being honest, or making fun of him. It was funny though as he had something to contribute to that.

I actually tried that. There are a few I knew back then that are around, others I talk to… well.. He shook his head.

I wasn’t trying to make comparisons or anything, just trying to come to some sort of resolution there. Anyway, what would you say is the most effective training you have here? Caltin really did not know what else to say at this point.

 

[Matsu Ike]

Caltin Vanagor

"The most effective would like be ethics and throey. Since we did not make a habit of leaving the region and have been isolated. Our combat forms are standard but refined.... with many chances to explore and see some of the weaknesses of them and how they hold against the forbidden forms. Ethics, morality and theory about diplomacy serves to teach about scenarios that might be encountered as well as possible things that could come from it. Not everything when dealing with worlds is black and white or even grey and often there is rarely altruistic intentions behind interactions." She said it while sitting there and brought it up on a hologram. "We have also worked to refine the abilities for jedi to meld their minds and strength together. One cannot ascend to the position of master of the order without having learned to call on the strength of all jedi within the system."

 

[Caltin Vanagor]

LOCATION: Shadow Temple | OBJECTIVE: Stepping through a Portal | POST #: 11
TAG (ALLIES) : Matsu Ike
TAG (FOES) : @

While he sat there and listened, Caltin still felt out of place, but for different reasons now. That was no one’s fault, but there was a way to understand.

May I propose a “swap” then? He asked.

I have made several holocrons, one of what I have learned, one of my knowledge of the Force, and one of my combat abilities. Perhaps a temporary trade? Holocrons for Holocrons? Never hurts to learn, right? The "tourist" in him was back.

 

[Matsu Ike]

Caltin Vanagor

"That is welcomed." The woman said it as Matsu perked up and looked at him with a grin on his face. "I heard holocrons... hmm always fun." She said it jokingly and there was a lot that went into training and she liked to learn as much as she could about... well all of it.. she devoured practrically any document on the force even if it was unique or well known... she would search libraries as Arona was looking at Caltin and spoke more. "There is always more to learn it is why our grand library uses growing trees for their symbol. Knowledge is always growing and has room as opposed to the fully grown."

 

[Caltin Vanagor]

LOCATION: Shadow Temple | OBJECTIVE: Stepping through a Portal | POST #: 12
TAG (ALLIES) : Matsu Ike
TAG (FOES) : @

Well, THAT got them going!

He was glad to have something to offer, it did not seem to be in short supply, the knowledge that they had to offer. It felt good to know that there was a way to contribute.

Then I will gather them and bring them back. He offered.

Matsu perking up reminded him of her reaction to the statue at the Shadow Temple, it was funny.

Sounds good to me. If you will give me some time, I will put another two methods I am working on to holocron as well and bring them.

 

[Matsu Ike]

Caltin Vanagor

"Take your time Master Vanagor, we have no set timetable." Matsu said it and went back to what she was enjoying though. Arona raised a hand as she gave a nod of her head in agreement. "Whenever you have it prepared. There are currently classes ongoing here if you wish to go and observe. I know the Grandmaster enjoys seeing what can be gleamed from some of the things here. I know she seemed to enjoy our physical entertainment and challenges." Arona said it as Matsu shrugged looking at her with a grin on her face. "That is because you have improved hand to hand combat for force users but also chance for entertainment among other jedi."

 

[Caltin Vanagor]

LOCATION: Shadow Temple | OBJECTIVE: Stepping through a Portal | POST #: 13
TAG (ALLIES) : Matsu Ike
TAG (FOES) : @​

His chrono did display local time. He had some free time before his next meeting, so why not?

I could sit in on a class. It might be fun. He shrugged.

 

[Matsu Ike]

Caltin Vanagor

Matsu rose up and Arona tapped her chairs arm as a display came up. "Send in a guide." She said it and spoke. "I have reports to go over.... so Belit will guide you towards the training area." She said it as the door opened and one of the jedi councilors walked in. GOlden robes over pale skin with dark eyes and hair as she walked. "Master." She said it with a bow of her head and Arona spoke looking at her. "THey have some spare time, show them the training grounds." Matsu looked at her and then at Caltin. "See ask and receive... come on now... lets go and see what they can do or talk about. There is a lot to learn from any jedi order."

 

[Caltin Vanagor]

LOCATION: Shadow Temple | OBJECTIVE: Stepping through a Portal | POST #: 14
TAG (ALLIES) : Matsu Ike
TAG (FOES) : @

Motioning for the guide (who all but appeared out of nowhere, that was cool!) to “lead the way” Caltin smirked and shrugged at Matsu’s comment. She wasn’t wrong, it was as easy as that, after all, they were all on the same side and that was really all that mattered here.

It was still his way to take everything in quietly and learn where the boundaries were before testing them.

Where’s the fun in that? He shrugged again.

 

[Matsu Ike]

Caltin Vanagor

Belit gave a nod of her head as she was going out the door and leading the way. The large pathway towards the chambers for the council cleared when she started walking down one of the pathways. The bottom holding a large open area over the buildings... vehicles aand jedi all training as some were dodging speeders charging at them. Others were running around the outside of the field and dodging projectiles as they ran working to keep their momentum and direction... the guide speaking. "Practice for mental training, most of the padawans and knights work to improve their ability to preceive times passage. As they flood the force throughout their body and dodge... or for some they are learning how to move the largest of objects."

 

[Caltin Vanagor]

LOCATION: Shadow Temple | OBJECTIVE: Stepping through a Portal | POST #: 15
TAG (ALLIES) : Matsu Ike
TAG (FOES) : @

Seeing this level of training was mesmerizing to the big man. He was not surprised as they seemed to have nothing but time here (maybe pun intended), but it was still something to watch. He marveled at their dedication and focus. He knew it would take time and dedication to achieve the same level of proficiency. He was determined to make it happen.

Watching this, he listened to Belit’s narration, and wondered about their training regimen as a whole. There was a glint of pride in Belit's eyes as she spoke about the training she had endured. He knew that she had worked hard to reach her current level of strength and power. He was in awe of her dedication and determination.

We would have to train for years to be able to get close to this level. How often do you train in this? Daily? Weekly? Hourly? He shrugged again.

 

[Matsu Ike]

Caltin Vanagor

"Twice a day per grouping. Each group of jedi is three thousand jedi for each training ground and there are on each world one thousand one hundred and thirty eight training grounds." She said it while moving and there could be others seen. Teams of jedi working on ascension on various surfaces while under attack or differening conditions. "Physical training is the first and then they will meditate and recover followed by additional classes on force abilities followed by ethics and theory and then food before going back through it until their day is done. Within each group is every age group. So the younglings can begin to learn early on and the masters within them can teach the younger ones. Once a jedi reaches twenty fives years and their brains according to our medical jedi have fully developed they are assigned where needed. With the discipline and education needed to not slip."

 

[Caltin Vanagor]

LOCATION: Shadow Temple | OBJECTIVE: Stepping through a Portal | POST #: 15
TAG (ALLIES) : Matsu Ike
TAG (FOES) : @

Clearly it was easy to do this schedule and level of training with little to no threat of outside danger. There is no judgment there, but it explains how well they are all disciplined and honed here. This level of discipline and dedication is essential for any successful military operation. The training and testing procedures they have in place are rigorous and are designed to ensure that their troops are ready and equipped to handle any challenge. This wasn’t the military though, they were Jedi.

The Shadow Temple focuses on the more advanced paths a young Jedi Knight will take, such as those of a Guardian, a Consular, or Sentinel. The mode is intense, but allows for the relaxed atmosphere I have set up there. Looking to Matsu. You’ve seen it.