First Reply Will Work for Creds

[Reese Helfire]

Location: Vorzyd V
Theme: Lithium flower
Outfit: [X]
Weapons: X2 GR-9 Plasma Blaster
Tags: Open

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The right-hand brushes over the bald head as they enter the club, golden eyes looking around. They took in the scene around them, a bunch of nepo babies spending their parents on a night of drinking, dancing and whatever drug they could get ahold of. Dancing their brains out to techno-pop, the kind that get stuck in your damn head and never leave even when the migraines set in.

Reese didn't hate places like this, in fact they liked them better than those backwater hives. The clientele paid better, and it was usually easy work like beating up the guy who stole my girl. Really petty chit but easy enough to avoid the authorities over, if not a little boring. Life was a race but there was more thrill if there was a chase.

Reese made their way to bar and waved down bartender, as they noted all the males and females in close proximity looking at them. Reese just ignored their stares as they tried to figure out what the hell Reese was and whether they should strike up a conversation. Reese nodded as the bartender approached. "Whiskey neat." Reese said in their usually husky non-descript voice giving nothing away about themselves.

As the Bartender started to prepare a drink, Reese pulled a pack of death sticks from their jacket. With a flick of the wrist one of the death sticks popped up in the pack and Reese place it between their lips. Then took one more look back over their shoulder at the crowd. "Might be a slow night." Reese mumbled to themselves through their lips with he unlit death stick hanging from it.

 

[Sostiars Panith]

Will Work For Credits

When there were credits to be made, the Muuns of Muunilinst would not be far beyond which is that lead Vicelord Sostairs to the gambler's world of Vorzyd V.

A stable of the enduring influence of the Criminal Underworld which has been allowed to flourish with the Sith Empire distracted with the Galactic Alliance.

Spice, Guns and Slaves were always trafficked across the Black Market, and some of these products ended up here in the entertainment districts and dancing clubs located along the casino routes.

Knowing this, he had arrived on the world to oversee a business transaction for the Sith-Imperial Banking Clan, which included full rights and privileges of a casino named the Royal Buss located along the busiest intersection.

The deal had been signed, though likely helped by the presence of Mythosaur Supercommandos who had been assigned to protect the Vicelord from the criminal gangs that often infested places such as this.

" Vicelord - there is a watering hole down the street from us, we should rest there for a moment. " Garn Daras explained beneath the sealed helmet, pointing to an establishment on the corner where techno-pop music was not easily missed to the annoyance of several passerbyers.

The Muun sighed in agreement, " Very Well. Captain Dras, as long as you are providing protection. " the Captain nodded in agreement, taking the small squad into the building while checking for any surprises.

At the counter on the far side was Reese Helfire with a beverage in hand, which caught the Muun's eye as they walked over to order as well.

" Pardon the intrusion, but do you mind some company. " Sostiars asked with a soft expression.

 

[Reese Helfire]

Location: Vorzyd V
Theme: Lithium flower
Outfit: [X]
Weapons: X2 GR-9 Plasma Blaster
Tags: Sostiars Panith

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Reese turned their head to the side as their own thoughts were intruded on by a well-dressed Muun. Taking a sip from their whiskey neat Corellian brand by the taste of it, Reese's eyes turned to the guards lurking around the Muun. Reese's first thought was chit Mandalorians here to start a fight. Reese's eyed the guards as they placed the unlit death stick between their lips again. Reese was Echani but whether the Mandalorians could pick up on it was different story, but give the both's cultural disagreements it didn't make it a comfortable situation to be in.

"It's a free world…at least I think it is." Reese didn't really keep up with many Galactic events unless they were paid too and wasn't aware one of the Empires owned Vorzyd V.

"You have some heavy security with you?" Reese looked again at how the Muun was dressed, he could be a diplomat or government official of some kind. Though they could be for certain, Reese was sure the Muun wasn't a casino owner or club owner. Though the Muun displayed wealth in the way he was dressed, it wasn't gaudy and flashy display like the casino and club owners like to show off.

"Begs the question, what kind of a job requires such muscle? Also, if you have any job openings?" Reese question with their husky non disrupt mirth always straight to business if this Muun had money it was worth finding out if they had any jobs.

 

[Sostiars Panith]

Will Work For Credits

" Thank you for your generosity. " The Muun presented a subtle smile as he settled onto a stool at the counter.

The bartender came over and efficiently took his order without uttering a single word, as the Vicelord was widely recognized for his preference for a glass of Coruscanti Wine in such venues, despite having never frequented this specific establishment before.

It was probable that this knowledge circulated due to his reputation for generous tipping. Sostairs listened for just a moment as his beverage was set down in front of him, as Reese Helfire spoke about the Mythosaur Supercommandos stationed nearby as they were checking their weaponry to ensure they had enough ammunition for a prolonged firefight.

" I would not fret by the presence of my bodyguards as they are well behaved, at least some of them are. " Golden hues cast their gaze upon Captain Garn Daras, a figure recognized for his troublesome nature yet exceptional skills as a soldier. " I have ears you know ! " Garn exhaled with a sigh, retrieving a drink from the counter while allowing his gaze to roam over the female attendees.

" You would find the bodyguard business terribly boring to some extent, having to protect a charge who was just here to close a transaction for the Royal Buss Casino in the entertainment district. But I do have more exciting work available if you desire. " Sostairs explained with a wave of his hand, wanting to downplay the excitement of the job that required such Mandalorian might but also offering additional employment if they were interested in earning some long-term pay with room and board provided.

" Right now - I am looking for a personal agent, one that can acquire intelligence on individuals and can solve potential complications with more direct means than credits would allow. Naturally the pay rate would be twice the allowance of a Class A Bounty Hunter which is within the range of a small fortune. " The Vicelord said as his mind was flooded with the agreement he had forged with Darth Nefaron within the Trade Federation Embassy on Jutrand.

An agent would enable him to outplay and outmaneuver the Dark Lord in order to secure his own powerbase within the Empire.

 

[Reese Helfire]

Location: Vorzyd V
Theme: Lithium flower
Outfit: [X]
Weapons: X2 GR-9 Plasma Blaster
Tags: Sostiars Panith

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A well behaved Mandalorian, almost made Reese laugh but they caught themselves. No such thing existed in this world or the next, maybe it was Echani prejudice thinking Mando's were barely above cavemen in their barbarianism. Granted they had tried that whole new Mandalorian era to change their image once upon a mythical time.

"A lot jobs are just that boring but I don't much mind as long as I get paid." Reese again pulled the unlit death stick from there lips again and picked up their glass of whiskey taking another sip. Reese noted the wine the Muun was drinking the top shelf Coruscant Wine. It fit the picture they were forming of the Muun in their mind.

Him mentioning his transaction with the Royal Buss Casino gave away more then he knew. It was one of the more high-profile Casino's on Vorzyd V not a place Reese had ever gone preferring to keep their credits. Casino's most of them were rigged for the house and it was just a good way to lose credits. Only bet on sure things like fights and races real games of chance that usually weren't rigged.

Then came the hook, a job that might grant some excitement. A slight smirk crossed the Echani's face and left eyebrow lifted slightly in curiosity. Reese let him finish his sales pitch listening intently to the Muun's words. The price point he put on it though, that was a lot of credits just to play spy and problem solver.

Reese spun on their stool to face the Muun head on. "Names Reese." They extended their hand to the Muun. Reese never gave their last name on a first meeting. "Perhaps we should get a private booth to talk more specifics? We can discuss my skill sets as well."

 

[Sostiars Panith]

Will Work For Credits

" I assure you that my patronage will enable you to retire quite comfortably, so such jobs are never considered on the table. " Sostairs remarked with a soft chuckle to ease the atmosphere in the room, taking a lengthy sip of the Coruscanti Wine before him, as another glass of the same was placed down, given his reputation for consuming them swiftly.

It seemed the prospect of becoming a personal agent and informant appeared to be a worthwhile endeavor for Reese Helfire , despite the potential risks involved in becoming apart of the financial sector.

They offered to rent out a private booth for further discussions which the muun found difficult to decline. As a hand was offered in greeting and a first name was introduced, it marked the beginning of their transactional relationship.

" I am Vicelord Panith of the Imperial Banking Clan, " He returned the handshake with a soft expression before returning his attention fully to the conversation between them.

" There is a private booth in the corner, we've cleared out the riff-raff and made sure no one will bother you. " Captain Garn said as the Mythosaur Supercommandos had cleared out a small section for the two of them to speak in private without being disturbed without an order having been given.

They were dependable mercenaries for a reason, and rightfully so for the Mandalorians were on the warpath with the Galactic Alliance.

" Shall we ? " Sostiars gestured, moving away from the busy counter and towards the corner of the establishment where the two could talk in a more private setting away from any potential eavesdroppers.

 

[Reese Helfire]

Location: Vorzyd V
Theme: Lithium flower
Outfit: [X]
Weapons: X2 GR-9 Plasma Blaster
Tags: Sostiars Panith

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He was right about one thing it wasn't often such an offer was on the table; such opportunities came maybe once in a lifetime if you were lucky. Though that also meant a lot of risk was also on the table for Reese. They really needed to decide if they were ready for such a task, but first Reese would need to know a little more. As their and shook and the Muun gave his name a small smirk crossed Reese's face.

"Vicelord and a banker very impressive." Reese remarked even though they had been thinking politician most of this interaction. Reese wasn't too far off, both had deep pockets, and both had blackholes worth of secrets. They also both knew how to talk circles of lies mixed with truth, politicians and bankers were the second-best conmen in the galaxy only beaten by therapists and lawyers.

It wasn't long before the more talkative of the Mandalorian guards came closer telling them a booth had been cleared. Reese wondered if they had used their renown charm or more likely broke a few fingers to free it up. Reese then grabbed their drink and nodded to the Muun to lead the way.

As they moved for the booth Reese took note of how the guards flanked and led them. Then asked as they approached the table. "Mind if I ask Vicelord Panith, why have guards that stand out in a crowd rather than ones that blend?" Reese was sure it was an intimidation factor no one dare attempt anything with armed Mandalorians at their side unless they were insane. Yet guards that blended into the crowd would give the sense of opportunity and would draw out the real threats to be eliminated.

As they reached the booth Reese would take a seat that faced the nearest available exit as they sat their whiskey glass on the table. Then set their unlit death stick down next the glass. Watching the guards position themselves keeping an eye on where they were. "So, I have a wide skill set, is there anything specific you are looking for?"

 

[Sostiars Panith]

" Not quite so many titles as one would expect from a Muun, but it affords me some respect " Sostairs further added to Reese Helfire as they walked away from the counter and towards the booth in the far corner which had gracefully been rendered unoccupied by the assistance of the Mythosaur Supercommandos.

She questioned why he had chosen them as his protectors, given their conspicuousness, which seemed to diminish the likelihood of any threats approaching him.

While this was a reasonable observation, the Muun Banker was preoccupied with numerous commercial obligations and could not afford to focus on identifying any potential assassins though he wasn't entirely unprepared for surprises.

" You presume that these are my only bodyguards on hand - but you should know better for the Criminal Underworld is full of surprises. " Sostairs spoke gently, gesturing broadly around the room with his elongated fingers, as if inviting her to observe any potentially dubious figures among the crowd.

He gracefully settled into the booth, holding his glass of Coruscanti Wine, while the woman detailed her extensive skill set and inquired if there were specific qualifications he sought in the job market.

" I am in the market for infiltration, and intelligence services. Those who can sneak past security forces or even silence them before they become a problem in order to acquire documents and other evidence. " The Muun explained, wanting to acquire someone with the skills to spy on Darth Nefaron to ensure that their agreement was followed to the letter, and if push came to shove an exit strategy to preserve himself in the event that their conspiracy was uncovered.

 

[Reese Helfire]

Location: Vorzyd V
Theme: Lithium flower
Outfit: [X]
Weapons: X2 GR-9 Plasma Blaster
Tags: Sostiars Panith

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He was right, Reese wouldn't know if he had other guards out their mingling among the crowd. It didn't mean Reese wouldn't try to find out though, they liked knowing their surroundings. Golden eyes peered out in the crowd for a moment and to the dance floor, to see if they could see anything that seemed out of place. Before their sights turning back to the Muun who now sat down in front of them.

"Infiltration is the easily doable. I have expertise in disguise and stealth. I have no problem silencing people, if need be, to keep a cover. However, if it's a more direct elimination that will cost a bonus depending on how high profile they are." Reese wasn't going to be a chump a top bounty hunter price was nowhere near what assassins got paid for particular targets. Reese just wanted to make that clear, they weren't against wet work but if they asked them to kill a senator or something higher than that they would be asking for more in payment.

"I'm not the best slicer, I am still working on that so I might have to higher some discrete help with that, to help me improve." It was best to be up front in these negotiations about your weaker points. Plus, it showed they were willing to learn or improve skills if the job required it. Reese kept their focus on Sostairs as they spoke. Their golden eyes not pulling away from his keeping direct eye contact even as they took a sip of their whiskey.

"I will require documents as much as you can provide on the businesses, governments, or groups I am infiltrating for research. I don't like heading into places completely blind in that respect." The next part Reese was a little hesitant admitting, it wasn't something they liked to openly speak of because it revealed something personal about themselves. Reese quickly looked around to make sure there were no prying eyes or ears. "Depending on what my jobs are, I have the ability to get into some of the more exclusive groups." Reese hope they caught their drift as they pick up the death stick on the table and put it between their lips then with the tip of their right index finger lit the end of it like magic.

 

[Sostiars Panith]

The Muun observed with a faintly amused demeanor as Reese Helfire surveyed the establishment, futilely trying to locate his other guards who were strategically positioned nearby. However, she would find none, as they were masters of stealth, seamlessly blending in with the crowd while posing as ordinary patrons.

They engaged in laughter and jest, discussing various current events unfolding across the galaxy, including the ongoing conflict between the Sith Empire and the Galactic Alliance. Yet, should he command it, they could also prove to be exceptionally lethal.

" I would not demean your skills by offering subpar pay for a job on a higher-level target. Rest assured you will be compensated so long as you complete the contract in a timely manner. " Sostairs clarified his position, aiming to eliminate any perception that he was unwilling to compensate fairly for completed contracts.

He also noted, however, that any shortcomings in performance would diminish the contract's value, resulting in reduced payment for the woman involved. " Any assistance you may need will be covered by the Imperial Banking Clan, consider it an incentive to make connections that will be invaluable for me. " The Muun added, not worried about a weakness towards slicing as there were numerous experts on Nar Shaddaa and Denon that would do quite well and so she would have to make connections to stay reputable.

" Consider such a request thoroughly documented. You will receive the necessary briefings from a secure holonet channel before the assignment is given. Though you will have to independently verify that the information is correct for the job as situations can always change. " He finished, putting the glass of wine on the table.