Private There's A First For Everything [Mi'la Undari]

[Caedyn Arenais]

Location: Northmir.
Tagging: Mi'la Undari.

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The Repertoire had never been this deep into the unknown regions before, Caedyn seated at the helm of the craft with Lexas in the co-pilot's seat feeling rather wary about the trip, (as wary as droids with personality chips could be). For the Jedi Knight, this was a test of his abilities, something altogether new in that he was attempting to chart their course through the guidance of the Force in what the Jedi called instinctive astrogation.

Having reached a new level of meditation and being able to commune with the ethereal, Caedyn had begun to delve into more advanced abilities, first studying via the private terminal in his quarters that were connected to the Jedi Comport, a plethora of data accessible from the archives of the Jedi databank. It was one thing to read about a subject, however, and something entirely else to practice it without a skilled Master to instruct and advise him.

Suddenly, without warning the Repertoire was pulled out of hyperspace and there looming ahead of them was a barren looking planet surrounded by five moons. "What happened...?" Caedyn asked rhetorically, speaking more to himself than anyone else and not actually expecting an answer.

"We appear to have left hyperspace, Sir" Lexas answered, ever the helpful droid.

"Well...-Yes, thank you Lex. I meant to ask why it happened...-This wasn't me" Caedyn clarified, looking to the navigation computer and reading the data being displayed by the second. "Hm..-Lex take a look at the scanner, tell me if these readings are correct. There seems to be some sort of interference coming from that star" the Jedi looked to the droid expectantly, awaiting confirmation.

"You're certainly correct Sir, we'll need to distance ourselves from this world if we want to enter hyperspace once more".

Caedyn nodded slightly, turning back to look up at the giant glowing orb that filled the Repertoire's viewport. Ever the spiritualist and perhaps a bit of a superstitious type, Caedyn rubbed his chin subconsciously as he considered their options.

"How about we see what's down there, seeing as we're this close to a new world.." he suggested, moving to take control of the starship before Lexas could comment.

"Very well Sir, if we must" the droid remarked nonchalantly; "According to records, the Capital is 'First Landing'. How odd" the droid added.

"I guess that's where we'll be landing first then" Caedyn replied with a chuckle as the Repertoire begun to break orbit over Northmir.

 

[Mi'la Undari]

When Mi'la decided to trek into the Unknown Regions for an adventure, she was really hoping to stumble upon some sort of interesting discovery, or perhaps undergo some deep reflection of self to learn from. Neither of these were what she had been subjected to recently. Her N-Wing sat on the landing pad, a tractor beam engaged and keeping the ship from even attempting to lift off, as she was being held at blaster point by two of the space port security, neither of which had been very pleasant to her. She could only assume they spoke some variant of Mand'o, or at least used the phrases of the Mandalorian people. Her main concern right now however, was the fact she was being forced to kneel on the ground with a weapon trained on her, all the while security seemed intent on tearing her ship apart. Or at least that's what the scanning crew seemed to be up to.

The one armed padawan had tried to be civil at first, but after having several warning shots fired towards her and nearly being struck, she had a strong suspicion that the guards here didn't trust her. One of the men forced open the cargo hold of her fighter, prompting a sigh from the Twi'lek as her food stock and survival gear tumbled out, prompting shouting from both groups of men. "Are you some sort of smuggler? Think you can just sneak your wares into our city?" One of the guards shooted, prompting an annoyed glare from the Twi'lek as she was getting tired of this game. "Actually, no, that would just be my camping equipment. If you would jus-" Mi'la was almost immediately cut off, the man's response however, left her stunned. "Don't tell me how to do my job wormhead. When we-" "Officer, it checks out. Nothing illegal here, everything is clear." One of the scanning crew called out, thankfully taking the effort to place her belonging back into the hold; though the two security officials seemed none too pleased. Mi'la meanwhile, was starting to feel disgusted by the pair before her. There was a desire to get angry, embrace the negative emotions and fire back at the bigot with spite; but it would be a futile effort. She banished the thought, merely fuming internally as the situation began to fix itself.

After several moments, the two guards stepped away from her, the scanning crew departing, and leaving the Twi'lek to contemplate her feelings about this whole world. "We'll be keeping an eye on you, so don't think your safe. You got off lucky this time." The man retorted, backing away slowly with his companion, before spinning back around, the pair leaving the Twi'lek in a stunned silence as she rose to her feet. After composing herself, the padawan merely locked down her ship, made sure nothing was stolen, and let out a long sigh. "Not the best introduction to a world, but I've had worse." She assured herself, before setting out to start her exploration.

There had to be a reason that the force brought her here, right?

Caedyn Arenais

 

[Caedyn Arenais]

The Repertoire descended upon the landing zone without a hitch, permissions granted and his ships IFF transponder codes registered with the port authorities meant that the vessel would be safe and sound while Caedyn could head out and explore whatever sights this world had to offer.

Leaving his droid co-pilot aboard the ship, Caedyn stepped out into the humid open air and breathed a quiet sigh of relief, glad to be back on solid ground. He was soon approached by a pair of security officers, who presented themselves with a smile and politely asking if he held anything they should be concerned about aboard the ship. When Caedyn declined, they gave him a once over before seeming to accept his explanation and bidding him a good day.

Apparently, he had made a good impression, or at least that's what he had figured given they hardly seemed to push him for answers. In any case, Caedyn continued on through the open corridor and out into the adjoining spaceport hub that connected all landing zones to the central building for visitors and guests to either head out into the capital city or otherwise do some shopping before leaving.

For one so far out into the unknown regions, Caedyn's attire probably made him stick out like a sore thumb, dressed in his custom Tunic/Robes set and earning himself the odd glance by passerby's to which he returned with a friendly smile. Thus far most of the people seemed unusually friendly, not even one of them giving him a strange look of a discerning frown as he might've received somewhere like Commenor or Coruscant.

Still, he wasn't complaining. First impressions seemed to be going well so far.

Mi'la Undari

 

[Mi'la Undari]

Putting the incident in the bay to the back of her mind, Mi'la set forth into the great yonder. Only to find the rest of the populace weren't so fond of her either. The city itself was similar to various cities she had visited, but there was something about the inhabitants here that rubbed her the wrong way. Did they just not like Twi'leks? Or was it a jedi thing? Glancing down at her attire, she looked no different from any other spacer. Her pilot headband covered her slave brand, and with one of her arms missing, she figured she would get some level of sympathy from these people. Just from sensing surface thoughts alone, there was a whirlwind of distrust, and disdain being directed her way; though she had no idea why.

The air seemed to buzz as she walked towards the more populated section of town. Her ears catching the faintest of descriptive words that could be applicable towards her; purple skinned, worm head, one armed. Yes, something was wrong with these folks, they had nothing better to talk about it seemed than some stranger who looked different. What a rather dull life to lead. As she continued her walk, Mi'la caught sight of something she hadn't expected to see. A robed figure was garnering the same dirty looks as herself, and he wore attire that was quite similar to that of a jedi.

A small bead of hope ignited in the Twi'lek's heart, as she altered her course to intercept the stranger, hoping for the first bit of good luck for toward. Nearly reaching the man, Mi'la made herself known, calling out to him. "Excuse me, sir, excuse me!" She chimed, a bright smile worn clear as day on her face. "It seems neither of us are from around her, perhaps it's a sign we should walk with one another?" She suggested, trying to find some way of hinting that the Force had caused this chance meeting, and it would be in their best interests to take it. Not to mention, some pleasant company would be greatly appreciated.

Caedyn Arenais