Paradise Lost (Republic Dominion of Mimban & Gyndine Hex)

[Jessica Med-Beq]

Location: Gyndine
Objective: Shipyards
Secondary objective: Get Gyndine to expand their drydock facilities
Allies: Suravi Teigra
Enemies: N/A
Post: 8/38

Seventy Maersk-class freighters? A Sacul could be used to build eighteen of those at once if fully extended. It might be slower than assigning an Egroeg apiece, but it was better than nothing. Plus it would be able to put the Sacul to good use. In a few months Maersk Star Freight would be getting at least thirty Maersks. Kameks, Tofolks, Zambonis could be built using Egroegs while the Neimoidian Yachts could be built on the surface, and perhaps even a future bomber unit designed for use with the heavy munitions being developed on Ringo Vinda, knowing that, in many cases, a single heavy bomb or two may prove to be more effective than eight standard bombs. But there are still technicalities needing to be solved before the operation could be completed, like the registration of the drydocks upon delivery.

"I suppose that drydocks require permits to be deployed; is there anything in this deal that concerns the registration of a drydock in Gyndine space?"

"Technically, registering a mobile drydock is the same as registering a space station: we know about it and it may actually be pretty straightforward, about as fast as Factory Judges have it for a new model of space station to be approved, but with such a prompt process comes a cost"

"We'll pay for the registration of the space stations in full upon placement of the order"

"There is a reason why the bulk discount has only been applied to the droids: the risk premium. Crossing space all the way from Soceras or Ringo Vinda is a dangerous exercise for a drydock, even if equipped with class-4 hyperdrive"

"Actually, we can offer free registration. Not only to you two, but to your Kiribian friends, too. Usually, most parties owning space stations will register theirs but it often goes unmentioned in the costs of ownership of a space station or a starship, for that matter"

It's only a drop in the bucket as a gift for a set of drydocks worth 255 million, equipment included.

 

[Kay-Larr]

Location: Commenor
Posts: 9/20

Kay sighed a little after hearing his lecture. He was right on a lot of things and it was lectures like these that she had gotten from Jedi and the like, that always made her feel like a small child. Though it didn't make her hate him or anything. On the contrary, it gave her more respect for him.

"You have a lot of good points. I am just....so used to running and doing everything on my own. If I could pilot my ship well, then I would do that too."

Another sigh before she looked over to [member="Veiere Arenais"] . "You are right though. Who knows who would be leading Commenor next? They could end up handing the planet over to the Sith, or to the Crime Lords trying to take over. I can't let that happen. And I really appreciate your support. You don't have to stay, but it means a lot that you do wish to." There was plenty to do of course. She would have to go to the Elders and ask for permission to be placed in the race. And all that could be done after sunrise, and after a bit of sleep.

 

[WolfMortum]

Location: Commenor.
Allies: [member="Lady Kay"]
Post 8/20.

"I am not here with you as an employee, M'lady but because I believe that the Force has guided me thus far, beyond that, I believe you have a genuine heart and want to help the Republic; Not the Governing body, The Republic I'm talking about are the people and their needs, their best interests." He smiled solemnly, a genuine yet somber gesture as he continued with a slightly less enthusiastic tone; "The Order was always taught to steer clear of Politics, even in the days of the old republic. We share similar interests, serving the force, doing all that we can for others and negating hostilities where we can but at the heart of the Senate, it was always corruption and credits that drove the tide of Republic Space, we were to be that counter-measure...", he paused a moment, his brows furrowing some before adding finally, "The point is I believe you're true at heart and politicians with real integrity are to scarce in the Galaxy; I'm happy to help where I can. There might come a day when I return to the Jedi Order but I do not think that calling will reach me again for some time and even then, it might only add to your list of helpful contacts..." He chuckled softly, soon dusting his attire down, stepping away from the last of the crates and returning to her.

He did not know what she sought to do next, though with the immediate work out of the way, Veiere's hands took to either wrist, his baggy sleeves of the robe that he adorned, covering his arms while his eyes searched the rest of the warehouse, not entirely looking at anything in particular but allowing his mind to wander. Presidency sounded to him like a very high position to be in, one that came with numerous threats and contained more risk than personal reward if it was to serve the people first. He did not know what she would need of him in that time, whether she would wish for the company of one who looked so much the part of the Order still; yet the Force did not sway him from these thoughts and so it seemed to him, the answer was simply patience and contentment with his service in aid of her.

 

[Kay-Larr]

Location: Commenor
Posts: 10/20

Kay bowed her head, giving him a small smile. "I am grateful for your help. I know that Force Users are not always trusted, especially in politics. It was part of the reason that I kept my abilities a secret from most." She folded her arms across her chest, resting her hands just above her elbows, instead of tucking them in.

"The other reason is that I'm afraid that using the Force would send out a beacon to the Sith Lord that murdered my husband, letting him know where I am. I know that he has sent at least one other to follow me and spy on me. It's bad, I know, to let fear hold me back, but, I wouldn't be able to do what I do otherwise. Perhaps later things will improve in such a way that it will no longer matter. But for the time being, I hope to keep it a secret."

Kay tilted her head towards the door that they came from, indicating that they could leave now. She headed over to it. "If I get elected, then I would need your help, your protection,your advice. And perhaps, we could teach eachother our different skills. I've learned a few things, shrinking down my Force signature being one of them."

Her mind went to [member="Jorvan Hatha"] for a moment, still trying to determine the man's motives. But at least now she had someone to possibly keep an eye on him. The growing crime was also a concern and should she be elected as Madam President, those anonymous Crime Lords would no doubt try to either bribe her or threaten her. So it was good to have Veiere to watch over her.

 

[WolfMortum]

Location: Commenor.
Allies: [member="Lady Kay"].
Post 9/20.

"Mm" Veiere sounded his agreement in something of a thoughtful hum before contributing again; "Even as a student growing up within the Jedi Order, there are many classes on abilities such as Telepathy and mentally invasive means, obviously meant for the means of avoiding conflict and deterrence during field missions yet not above the galaxies perceptions to believe that we might use those abilities selfishly. Half of the time, the commoners can't distinguish between a Jedi Knight and a Sith without that said person acting blatantly towards the alignment they follow. Who's to say a Sith, who deals in deception, can't just walk into the senate acting as a Jedi would and try to sway the majority...-They don't trust us, and while we might be trustworthy, they are right not to. For their betterment, not ours", he had dedicated years to the Order, having arrived as little over five years old and unbeknownst to any family outside of the Jedi Order, it wasn't until he was thirty years old that he had taken the path into exile; left with so much time and so little to do but to reflect on the past years of his life, his training, his teachings, those he'd taught and those he'd listened to. These days, looking back, he felt as if he had received his Knighthood far too young, the mere age of twenty four; yet Svivren was a small branch with little impact on the rest of the world and inside of that enclave, the small Council there whom in such small numbers, most people knew by some personal regard, had felt that even at such a young age, those worthy of the title had more to give than they did to gain. Perhaps that was why, when the attack came, few had truly been prepared for it.

His focus returned as Kay mentioned a Sith Lord. Not only that but he was apparently searching for her, or would be if he came into the knowledge of her current whereabouts. Veiere's gaze shifted to the floor momentarily in brief consideration, her remark about her fear and how bad it would be to let it get the best of her, a half truth really in his mind. "The Jedi teach us not to let fear cripple us, yes, that much is right but you're right to be cautious and to be otherwise would be foolish. We're far from untouchable and though gifted at defending ourselves, the Sith are an immense threat...The Force can be a powerful ally or a devastating tool...", the subject of the Sith Empire was a difficult one at times; most people saw them as merciless warriors hell bent on killing everything in sight though Veiere did not believe that to be the case. Generations of Jedi Knights and generations of Sith Lords had waged war against one another, slew foe and seen friend fall beside them; too hard to know who really started that first war that would set the tone for the centuries of battles to continue down the line; both sides feeling justified by their ideals, the Jedi seeking peace in the Galaxy and the Sith feeling persecuted and disregarded for the past eradication of their people. He did not like what the Sith Empire stood for, and he had seen his friends murdered at the hands of an invading army, yet being the man that he was and believing the Force to have a set will of its own, he couldn't help but try to argue the resentment he had towards them. In the end, when it really came down to it, the only true certainty was to judge an individual by their actions, not by their allegiances.

"Altus Sopor is the ability you're speaking of, to be able to shield your aura in the Force from the notice of others. It is discovered by those strong in their connection to the Force. Altus Sopor branches off into several different area's documented by the Order though it was first used for empowerment; over time, someone discovered that not only could they amplify their affinity in the use of the Force, but they could perform the exact opposite and to the outside world, appear to be as common as the rest of Galactic Society...", Veiere couldn't help but be impressed by her ability to progress in personal training while her life had so obviously been divided away from the Order. Now however he couldn't help but be curious over the one who taught her in her abilities, assuming that she must have spent time with the Jedi at one point or another, it soon begged to question; "Can I ask who instructed you in the way of the Force. Did you receive personal training from a Mentor or have you come into yourself, of your own doing....-It's not unheard of. Though difficult".

 

[Kay-Larr]

Location: Commenor
Posts 11/20

[member="Veiere Arenais"] had vastly different experiences than she did. Where he grew up in the Order, Kay was abandoned by her Imperialistic family just because she had the gift. Recently she had learned of them, had happened to be arrested by her older brother, only to be taken to her father for questioning. And then he released her after discovering who she was, wanting nothing to do with her. Maybe he did her a mercy, but still, it was sad to be abandoned once more.

To his question on who trained her, Kay hesitated as she walked out of the warehouse, giving her signal once again to the guards on patrol so that they may have safe passage out. "I have learned from a variety of Force users that I have come across. Some were Jedi, others were not. I don't know how to read minds or to force others to do my bidding and I don't plan to. Given that I keep getting pushed back into politics, I feel that I shouldn't learn those things if I want to keep the trust of others."

 

[WolfMortum]

Location: Commenor.
Allies: [member="Lady Kay"].
Post 10/20.

As she moved to leave the Warehouse, Veiere followed alongside her to step back out into the cool air of the outside world; she raised her hand to perform her signal to her associates and he simply offered a brief wave in acknowledgement before they were on their way again. "I cannot read minds..." He chuckled aloud in some light amusement, "I can connect with them providing that they are inviting me, though Telepathy is all about communication and sharing. Mental images, visions of the persons past that they willingly give up while you share that temporary mental connection. As for the coercing of another's mind, it cannot be done on those capable of the force and should only be done in moderation as everyone deserves their free-will, however it can be a great deterrent to violence as I mentioned earlier...".

"As far as politics go, you're right to keep that secret" He continued, voicing his approval over her decision to stay neutral when it came to force users and otherwise in light of her political nature, "You don't need to over-complicate things for the people, the work you do for them is enough to excuse that truth, I think more bad would come of it than good, given your position-to-be. Just do be careful in whom you tell, M'lady. That kind of information would be useful in the hands of your opposition...-I'm sure you know already".

 

[Kay-Larr]

She nodded in agreement to what [member="Veiere Arenais"] had said. She needed to keep it a secret for as long as possible. But it was difficult at times to figure out who would be okay with the information and who wouldn't. Regardless, she wasn't aware of any restrictions of Force users serving on Commenor. But then again, she'll have to find out from the Elders. But that was only if they asked.

"You're right, Veiere. I have to keep a lot to myself, and not only to the opposition, but to potential enemies as well. I don't want to be blackmailed again and being President would only increase the chances of blackmail happening. But if I am elected, I could get Commenor to fly the Republic's banner again. We would have military support, proper military support. Surely the Elders and others would want to take advantage of my contacts. It is the best way of going forward right now. We might not always be with the Republic, but at least they would be there for us when we are in danger. I don't like the fact that the Sith territory has gotten so close. They would confiscate everything, enslave everyone, maybe even destroy our Universities and everything as well. I do have some contacts in the Sith, so that if they were to invade, I might be able to stop or lessen their oppression. But it's hard to say....It's hard to say."

By now they were out of the warehouse district. Kay looked over to the east. The sun was going to be up soon. "Well. Should we get a bit of sleep, or just head straight to the Elders right now to get their permission to run?"

 

[WolfMortum]

Location: Commenor.
Allies: [member="Lady Kay"].
Post 11/25.

"Let us return to the Free Lady" He replied, gesturing in the direction of the district they'd docked in, "I'm sure Terrac would appreciate knowing you're well" he said with a partially sarcastic tone, a light joke to lighten the mood though his thoughts were on the deed they had just performed in the warehouse; the idea of moving straight on towards anything involving the brunt of politics in Commenor, risking any sort of potential witness to their actions; it seemed a safer bet to call it the night and continue the next day when Veiere could be certain that they weren't being followed.

It seemed for the most part that the streets were beginning to grow quieter, the people of Commenor also packing in their stores, their commerce for the day only to retire for the evening; it allowed for a rather peaceful walk back the way the two had come from, and with the few numbers still out and about, Veiere was able to take note of the more noticeable ones still lingering. For the time being there seemed to be no obvious threat to either one of them though given all that Kay had told him, past experience had taught Veiere never to be too confident in ones surroundings so open.

"Back on Alzoc Three, I learned of the state of the Jedi Order..." Veiere began to speak as they walked together, "Twelve years, it was a long time but all of it ended when a member of the Silver Sanctum Coalition crossed paths with myself...-A lot has changed in that time. I was so confident of my ability to serve as a Jedi Knight once but looking back, perhaps I wasn't ready...". Though nothing could have stopped the hidden invasion of the Sith against the Jedi on Svivren, it was an act of tactical genius, the only trace left of them were the memories in which Veiere had to live and contend with. "There's a lot of instability in the Galaxy. The Order that I once knew isn't whole anymore, the Republic seems to be struggling and the Sith, they're as powerful as ever...-So it would be nice to see you bring some positive change to the current affairs of the Galaxy. Commenor may only be one planet but it holds millions of lives that I hope will be better off with you as their charge", it was all genuine, his way of speaking. Honest and expressive of what he felt, he had seen much darkness within his past and would likely find more in the future but if he was allowed the moment to focus on the potential for positive change then at-least while they walked, that seemed comforting.

 

[Jessica Med-Beq]

Location: Gyndine
Objective: Shipyards
Secondary objective: Get Gyndine to expand their drydock facilities
Allies: Suravi Teigra
Enemies: N/A
Post: 9/38

"It might seem trivial, but the implications of defaulting on even an interest-free loan must be made clear. I want to make sure you understand what it means for you and your company if you default on a loan. Not only your future access to credit will be severely impacted, but... I assume that you know what a collateral is"

"I assume that the loans offered to jump-start Gyndine locations for Republican-friendly businesses come with terms and conditions about how that part of the business is operated. If it is used solely for the acquisition of business assets, said assets are the collateral, correct? That's what I hear about from clients that request financing"

"I have the impression of listening to IGBC bankers"

Forbearance is a term often used by bankers when dealing with lenders that are delinquent in their loans and is the first term that comes to mind when she thinks about what can a borrower do when the borrower's business is going under but needs some breathing room to repay the loan in the long run.

"Forbearance? I sometimes hear that term in the context of credit delinquency, but I am not the one dealing with delinquent borrowers"

"It is a type of arrangement that allows a borrower, in the context of a business loan, to postpone loan payments, after which time the accrued interest is capitalized in a consolidation process"

Ringovinda StarYards now being a tier III corporation, especially when they are on the verge of securing orders for as many as 150 Maersks, which, together, are the icon of the meteoric rise of Ringovinda StarYards, more than their expansion on Soceras or possibly Gyndine. That should reduce the doubt being cast on their ability to pay for the loan; usually lenders see the tier of a company as an indication of their ability to take out loans. Of course, a lender will never be entirely be able to completely dispel one's ability to repay a loan, but business borrowers often seem to think about the impact of what they are using the loans for. As such, they often neglect, especially when they hit a point where further growth requires assets whose costs (both the nominal purchase and the asset's costs of ownership) cannot be paid for without taking out said loans, to think about the implications of what happens when they are unable to pay for the loan, and that their business is going under. By now Charzon, in a fit of rage, may even be altering the deal in place with the Gyndine yards.

"Ringovinda StarYards will live and die by the landing gear! It will never build ships and starfighters without landing gears again! Drydocks being legally classified as stations, they are not covered by the pledge. Although you may want landing gears as an option..."

"How much is that going to cost?"

"Actually, landing gears are now offered when Egroegs or Saculs are ordered with hyperdrives, mounted into the cost of an hyperdrive"

 

[Kay-Larr]

Location: Commenor
Posts: 13/25

[member="Veiere Arenais"] seemed to hold a lot of confidence in her, and hope as well. That made her smile as the two were still a couple of strangers getting to know eachother. It would also serve well for their working relationship.

Kay thought about his remarks on the Order as they walked through the streets. "Yes, the Order had split. I'm not entirely sure the reason, but there are two sides for every tale. I spent a bit of time at the Jedi Enclave within the Republic. They had opened up a school for people to learn, and you didn't have to be a Jedi either. I attended a few lectures and learned a bit about self defence techniques. It was nice to see that there was an interest there for others to see that there is no need to be untrusting of every Jedi." She hoped that her comments spoken out in the open would not give away her secret, but instead show others that could be listening, that she was only curious about it.

She gripped the strap of her satchel as she thought about what it was that she was getting herself into this time. She'd still be able to travel, though it would be less. And perhaps she could re-establish her fake company Santiago Slavers Inc, to attend the slave auctions and rescue those being sold. That would be nice. All of the actors for it were from Commenor, anyways. "Millions of lives....I hope that I don't disappoint or fail them." Being a President was different than being a Senator. People looked to the President to lead them, while a Senator just represented the world and protected it's interests. Kay wondered if she was ready. Power wasn't something that she sought. But maybe reluctant leaders make the best leaders, as they put others before themselves. "If I lose the election, I'll still help out where I can. That I can promise them." But at the moment she had no idea who she was to run against.

 

[WolfMortum]

Location: Commenor.
Allies: [member="Lady Kay"].
Posts: 12/25.

Open lessons to the interested public by a branch of the remaining Jedi Order; had he really heard her correctly. Veiere immediately fell quiet, keeping up pace yet finding it difficult to stomach all these changes that had gone on in the Order since he had taken into Exile. His Exile had been the right decision, his hands were bloodied and at the time he wasn't fit to remain; however to hear just how much had changed, and in his mind not so much for the better, it was a shock in all truth. The Jedi Order used to be very careful about whom they trained, who they taught the ways of the Force too and who they allowed to operate with a careful eye mediating those that might stray from the path...-These days it seemed that just anyone could become a Jedi and furthermore there seemed less and less security and assurance around those who might abuse it. In all his current concerns over the direction the Order seemed to be taking, [member="Théodred Heavenshield"] came to mind. He had offered to introduce Veiere to those of the Silver Sanctum Coalition, a branch of what remained of the Jedi that he had informed Veiere differed somewhat from the old ways that he was accustomed to. Decidedly, it was during this walk that Veiere would feel the need to pursue that introduction in the hope of better understanding the view of the galaxy by the Jedi of today.

Putting his doubts aside, the conversation seemed to sway back towards politics and to that he was astonishingly thankful, the turbulence of that particular game had never changed, it had never been decent and dared to fall into descent but rather was always a game of white pearly teeth whose hands held hidden knives ready to take to the backs of the opposition. It would be an interesting time for Veiere to witness, watching over Lady Kay and doing his best to advise her of where to turn and support her in her actions to follow; without influencing the tide of politics himself.

 

[Jessica Med-Beq]

Location: Gyndine
Objective: Shipyards
Secondary objective: Get Gyndine to expand their drydock facilities
Allies: Suravi Teigra
Enemies: N/A
Post: 10/38

"Can you outfit landing gears on the existing Mobile Spacedock 220s we have?"

"That, however, will not be covered by the loans, even though you know what their operational implications will be. It will not allow you to expand your business, only to secure existing business assets"

"The question is: how many Mobile Spacedock 220s do you even possess? Each Mobile Spacedock 220s can be outfitted with eight or ten Jessicas; even numbers of these are required. For a million apiece, you can outfit a Mobile Spacedock 220 with landing gears, installation included"

"Ten Mobile Spacedock 220s"

"Forget I even inquired about how many. They are too slow to even consider landing gears"

"But landing gears allow the possibility of making emergency repairs on the ground. I'd have it fitted on all Mobile Spacedock 220s but it won't count towards loan requirements"

"I believe we can agree on all the terms of the deal, and also we should sign a loan to cover the cost of expanding to the Gyndine location"

The Ministry of Industry official now prints the contract and asks his staff to oversee a signature ceremony for Ringovinda StarYards, the Gyndine Shipyards, and the Gyndine government, which customarily ends with a press release. Lending 500 million interest-free to these two entities would make a dent in its budget in the short run, but the government here is seeing the long-term picture as vital to the long-term survival of Gyndine, and the Republic. But that was heavy industry for you. Heavy industries needed much more capital to operate than companies like McYoda's...

 

[Kay-Larr]

Location: Commenor
Posts: 14/20

Kay led [member="Veiere Arenais"] to her ship, The Free Lady. She walked up the ramp and punched in the security code. Once they were both inside, she closed the door and brought up the ramp. Already she could hear Terrac snoring inside of his quarters. She smirked and shook her head a bit before heading to the living quarters to prepare herself some tea. "Would you like some tea? Terrac is out for the rest of the night, I imagine." Regardless of whether or not he wanted any, she put water in the kettle and set it on the hot plate to boil. Her mind was filled with many thoughts that were running rampant. The tea would help relax her.

"If I become Madam President, it's going to be tough. And I don't mean because of the job. I mean tough in that I won't be able to run anywhere. I'm so used to having the freedom to go where I wished, especially when I got uncomfortable." How much security would she have? How much of her life will be scheduled? It was hard to say at this moment. But she wanted to at least have some control. Yes, she was getting a bit of cold feet, but there was really no reason to. The Elders didn't even know of her intentions to run.

"Let's talk about something else. Now that we're out of earshot, we can talk more freely. That is unless I am keeping you from getting your rest. I certainly wouldn't want to do that."

 

[WolfMortum]

Location: Commenor.
Allies: [member="Lady Kay"].
Posts: 13/25.

It wasn't difficult to tell by the way she'd brought the subject back up several times now that Kay was starting to grow concerned about the ordeal that would follow running for the presidency of Commoner, "You may not have as much freedom, you're right" He cut in quickly before she sought to sway the discussion elsewhere, wanting instead to try to reassure her. "Your likeness for going where and doing what you please won't disappear but it will be replaced by the purpose that the role will require of you. Knowing that all that you do is working towards building a better world for your citizens; I think you'll find that once you've settled into the job and finally found your pace that works comfortably and productively for you, you might be a fair bit more distracted and motivated to proceed than you're currently feeling. There will be times where the role will have its own reward, when people see the difference you're making and you start to feel like you're not just there, but you're required...-Needed". Whether she decided to continue on with the election or to back out and resume as she had been, Veiere would do what he could to make the transition as easy as possible for her, morale support for those that deserved it, came far easier than trying to keep up with all the political nonsense that she seemed to excel so well at.

"As for talking freely, I'm not entirely sure the Free Lady changes much from my point of view" He chuckled quietly, taking one of the cups and nudging it closer to the hotplate beside her own, a gentle dip of his head accompanied by an appreciative smile indicating that yes, he would indeed enjoy some tea; though he knew not what kind, there was no rush now while they were well and safe within the quarters of her vessel. "I could not pick up on any immediate threats coming our way while we walked back, I haven't exactly been trying to be too subtle because of the fact though if there's something specific that you had in mind, by all means, I'm all ears. I'm not sure how interesting a tale I could spin for you in either case; those that might remember me have since passed on...".

 

[Jessica Med-Beq]

Location: Gyndine
Objective: Shipyards
Secondary objective: Get Gyndine to expand their drydock facilities
Allies: Suravi Teigra
Enemies: N/A
Post: 11/38

The Neimoidian overseer of the Gyndine shipyard and Charzon are both led into the ministerial limousine speeder to attend the signing ceremony, which is followed by the ministerial press conference announcing the two loans to the public. The Ministry of Industry head office on Gyndine was not quite as luxurious as such government offices would be on other worlds, like JanFathal... nevertheless several ministerial officials were busy drafting the loan contracts to both parties as well as the ministerial speech to Republican media. The two business leaders are brought inside a specially-designed chamber for such public functions as a press release and a signing ceremony by the Gamorrean security guards in service. With a few members of the press being convoked there, mostly local, they are to make a major announcement about the number of jobs being created, as well as what these jobs are for. The spotlights are now on them and on the Ministry officials signing the two loan documents financing their deals.

"The Ministry of Industry is proud to announce that the Gyndine Shipyards will expand and that Ringovinda StarYards will open a new location on Gyndine! These two actions will create up to 25,000 jobs directly and many more indirectly. With these new developments, we expect Gyndine to be able to play a significant role in meeting the ravenous demand of the Republic for spacecraft and, specifically, capital ships as the Republic attempts to drive the One Sith from the Colonies and the Expansion Region"

"And we should also expect news from Kiribian Systems Armory shortly regarding expansion of operations to Gyndine. With the promise of additional jobs, stay tuned for more"

"Of course, the expansion of business announced today would not have been possible without combined interest-free loans for a total of 500 million credits, to be repaid in 10 years"

 

[Kay-Larr]

Location: Commenor
Posts: 15/25

[member="Veiere Arenais"] had certainly picked up on her getting cold feet. Yes, she probably would get too busy to feel the need to run, to escape certain things that just brings up memories of her past that she'd rather not get into. Yet his words brought her comfort, especially when he spoke of her being needed. Most everyone wanted to be needed by someone. It made one feel important and with purpose.

It was a little funny though, how she noticed that Veiere wasn't letting her get away with changing the subject to easily.

While the water was getting set to boil, she retrieved a few tea leaves and began crumpling them into both cups. The fact that he had wanted some let her know that he wanted to remain awake for a while longer. Moments later the water was ready. She poured it into the cups and stirred it just a little with a spoon. "It'll be a few more minutes. When the leaves are dissolved, it's ready. But as for speaking freely, I was mainly referring to myself with regards to the Force. I'm a good healer. I'm not super fast at it, but my late husband fought in a lot of battles and needed help with that. Those skills also saved my life when I was caught by bounty hunters. SO if someone hurts either myself or you while I participate in this race, then we can be rest assured that we'll be taken care of." Just so long as they weren't out in the open, of course.

Kay handed him his tea cup. The leaves were almost fully dissolved. "I hope you like it."

 

[Gir Quee]

Location: Shield-class Orbital Base Mimban Two, in orbit via Mimban
Objective: Do your own thing
Allies: Republic
Enemies: None yet

[12/38]

Gir had heard that answer before from more than a few other soldiers. Depending on the speaker's tone, it could imply a multitude of things. But the rodian spoke with almost a complete lack of tone, which caught him offguard. How am I supposed to interpret that? Gir eyes darted up the rodian's body towards the mechanic's head, which remained mostly obscured by the landing gear well. He turned his eyes towards Lieutenant Stadler, who seemed equally surprised. Gir cleared his throat.

"So what station where you at previous to Mimban Two?"

The mechanic's hands briefly stopped working for a second, "The Obi-Wan Kenobi."

That's very, very interesting. He had to have had a really short tour there if he doesn't recognize my voice...He had to have been there when Admiral Lod took over...less than a year...so how did he get here so quickly? Did he screw up? He briefly reconsidered that thought. Then again, perhaps he moved to here so that he wasn't moving around so much, especially if he has a family...Lieutenant Stadler moved close to the rodian to look up into her ship.

"What made you get off that ship? I heard it's fast track for promotion..."

The rodian set down a tool onto the hangar floor, "So I've heard as well. It wasn't the place for me."

"Chief Hrakness too rough?" asked Gir.

"Who?"

 

[WolfMortum]

Location: Commenor.
Allies: [member="Lady Kay"].
Post 14/25.

Veiere chuckled softly to himself upon the realization that he hadn't exactly described his skill set when the Lady Kay had taken him on into her service; reminded of this in response to her describing very much like Curato Salva, the Jedi Healing arts, he offered a gentle nod in response before pointing it out to her, "I suppose now would be as good a time as any to let you know of my abilities, given I'm to be working to keep you safe, you ought to at-least have some small comfort in the fact that I spent years learning the ways of the Force and though it still remains a mystery to me, I have progressed adequately.". Veiere had grown to find strengths in four specific area's and thus far, Kay had mentioned a couple of the abilities they seemed to share. "My four primary strengths are in the Healing Arts, Curato Salva as just mentioned. Tutaminis, which is the title of the branch consisting of protecting myself through the force, able to absorb or project the force of another back in return. Telekinesis, both burst and sustained techniques and finally Telepathy and mental intrusion. Beyond that, I'm gifted in Altus Sopor, clouding my presence as well as amplifying my senses to better understand my surroundings. My ability with a lightsaber is fair though it is the Force that I am most capable; it is a hope of mine that I wish to learn more of the Force as time passes; perhaps forge a stronger bond with it and pursue my training further".

Taking the cup with his left hand, he soon met the back of his hand with his right, holding the cup in-front of him and sparing it a brief glance before looking to her and smiling appreciatively, "I'm sure it will be fine" he assured her. It hadn't escaped him, Kay's mention of a former husband; the way she'd mentioned it suggested that he was no longer around in her immediate lifestyle, thus making him somewhat curious though choosing best not to ask as it would not have been right of him to do so. Instead his eyes took to the vessel they comfortably inhabited, wondering if perhaps he shouldn't have some means of transport for himself. Though he could not pilot to save himself, perhaps later on in her presidency, he might acquire the services of someone like Terrac, as she had. It seemed to be working out thus far for her.

 

[Kay-Larr]

Location: Commenor
Posts: 16/25

Kay nodded as she heard of his abilities. Though she didn't recognize the names of some of them, she was glad for his descriptions to help her out with. "Besides healing, most of my skills are in defence. I can jump up to 14 feet, create a kind of Force shield around myself to repel blaster fire and some Force lightning, push and pull some objects, and push away others from intruding on my mind. Though, I could use some practice with that last one. It's the most recent skill that I had learned. As for lightsabers, I can fight with them a little bit. However the lightsaber that I had was taken and destroyed by a bounty hunter. I have yet to get myself another."

She sat herself down at the table, cradling her cup in her hands while she sipped from it. "I'm sure that this isn't what you figured you'd be doing once you started to work for me. I figured that we'd be freeing slaves and such. But maybe we'll still get to travel the Galaxy yet, setting up trade contracts and bolstering our defences, as well as helping out our allies. I'm pretty sure that it won't be boring."

[member="Veiere Arenais"]