2009-02-04 - Master and Apprentices

Coruscant: Retreat of the Jedi Knights - Courtyard
Within these clean white walls, the chaos of the City seems to disappear. The airspace above is completely clear of traffic, and the cacophony of aircars and speeders cannot seem to penetrate the heavy stonework all around. By day the clear blue sky shines down between the frame of the walls, and by night the brilliant stars of the Core are complimented by innumerable points of light drifting lazily through the sky: starships high in orbit.
Most of the courtyard is covered with a verdant green grass, speckled here and there with white star-shaped flowers; this plantlife grows freely across the untrimmed lawn. A road of the same clean white stone as the walls meanders across this lawn like a creek, spilling into wider 'ponds' of circular landing pads placed here and there seemingly at random. In the center of the lawn, a wide tower stands slightly higher than the walls, crowned with a simple dome. Similar towers stand at each corner of the walls.
Kamli Valen steps through the Gateway into the Retreat and spots a newcomer. He moves up to Moab and bows his head. "Greetings. How can the Jedi Order serve you this day?"
Mon Moab places his hand over his heart and bows. "I am here to learn more about the Jedi Knights. Their reputation reaches as far as my homeworld. And during my time on Coruscant, I have seen them with my own eyes. One's expertise with sleight of hand is amazing. I ... am just curious. That is what brought me here."
The Jedi trainee nods his head. "I am Padawan Apprentice Kamli Valen. I am training to become a Jedi Knight. Tell me, what is your homeworld? And what is your impression of our Order thus far?"
"I am from Chandrila, a Republic world rimward of Alderaan." The mention of his homeworld brings out a sense of pride in Mon Moab. "The Jedi Knights serve the Republic selflessly. That is something I was taught to deeply respect and it is something many Chandrilans emulate. That is why I am here on Coruscant in the first place. To serve the Republic."
Kamli stares at the young man intensly, as if seeing into his soul or past him and into some unknown realm. After a moment or two of this, his vision returns to a normal polite attention. "What is it that you wish to do to serve the Republic?"
Mon Moab explains. "My training was focused on medicine, healing. But as a healer, I know that so much of the healer's effort goes to mending damage inflicted by other beings. I have sought out an opportunity to prevent the causes of such of violence. I was rebuffed and ignored. Since then, I have attempted to be productive at the medical center in Sector 485."
The Padawan smiles and nods his head deeply. "My sister is a doctor. She is the Headwoman of Tatooine. A small desert world on the Outer Rim. If you have issues with the Medical Center, I'm sure that she would take you in as an intern."
Mon Moab shakes his head. "I am not sure an internship on ... Tatooine would bring me any more contentment than I am getting now."
Kamli nods his head. "Hmm. Well the Jedi Order is perhaps in need of a dedicated medic. We are often called to combat the forces of darkness and do incur injuries. I could speak with a member of the Jedi Council and see if there is interest in utilizing the services of an external resource."
<FONT color="#33CC00">FORCE:</FONT> You experience a curious feeling and receive a vision: The young human before him.
Telepathic message: "He is strong in the Force, Master."
You think of Kamli Valen ...
Mon Moab smiles, but hides any glee he may be feeling. "If you wish, Padawan. If you wish. It would be an honor."
Tuil nears Kamli and the doctor. "Greetings to you both. I don't believe I've met you, sir."
Valen laughs lightly and averts his eyes from the young medic. He smiles at Tuil and says, "Actually I don't believe I cought your name either. As the Force would have it, this is Master Tuil Lindo. He is, in fact a member of the Jedi Council. He may be able to assist us."
Mon Moab greets Tuil the same way he did Kamli. After placing his hand over his heart and bowing, he says, "Mon Moab of Chandrila. Master Tuil Lindo, you probably do not remember, but our paths have crossed before at the Medical Center. And I was there at the riot just the other day. It is an honor."
Kaldu Railm slowly makes his way into the courtyard of the Jedi Retreat. He has acquired some artillery vehicles here, but just wants to make sure that all the paperwork and such is in order, so he doesn't have any trouble upon taking them off the planet.
Tuil nods at Moab. "Yes, I seem to recall that. You are a doctor?"
Kamli simply smiles as the young doctor speaks with his master. His eyes are then drawn to the other newcomer and he turns back to the two. "If you will both excuse me for a few moments." he then turns and moves toward Kaldu and as he approaches, he bows and says, "Greetings Mr. Railm. I hope that you are happy with your purchase. The monies paid will help the Jedi Order in the future."
Mon Moab replies matter of factly. "Applying that title to me would be generous, Master Lindo." When Kamli excuses himself, Mon Moab smiles and nods. "Of course."
Kaldu Railm smiles as Kamli approaches, bowing slightly. "Yes, thank you. I am most pleased with the purchases, thank you. I just wanted to make sure that all the files were in place and that everything was fine here." He says happily. I am always in support of the Jedi. I believe that the work that you all do is of the utmost importance. I would do it too, if I could." He smiles widely.
Tuil smiles. "You wish to help the Jedi. Are medical talents all you have to offer?"
Mon Moab remains serious. "If the Jedi were to offer the opportunity, I would be honored. But I do not mean to impose. That is not why I am here in the first place. As for other talents, I am afraid not. At least I have no other talents that I know of that aren't ... latent."
Valen smiles and bows his head. "The Order is very appreciative to hear that we have supporters in the Galaxy at large. Most often it is the denouncers that have the strongest voices." he reaches into his robes and pulls out a datapad. He scans over it for a few moments and then tucks it away. "Everything seems to be in order. The transportation permits have been authorized." He pauses again and looks at Kaldu for a long moment. "Often times, it is not what we can do that defines our heart attitudes, but what we actually do." This statement is left out by itself as if interjected by another party and left alone for explanation.
Tuil nods. "If you want to be of service, we could use a resident doctor. If you want something else, we need a diplomat as well."
Mon Moab bows his head with unfeigned humility. "You are too generous."
Tuil nods. "Do you have a comlink? An address here on Coruscant?"
Kaldu Railm smiles a little bit, nodding. "True enough. True enough. You Jedi are always a spring of wise words, for whenever you speak, it seems, it is words of wisdom." He says softly. "If the Jedi every need any help, I would be more than happy to provide it in any way possible. Just let me know."
Mon Moab looks up at Tuil and nods. "I have a comlink Master Lindo, but no address. I have been sleeping at the Medical Center where space allows."
Tuil considers this and then nods. "Very well. I will speak to the Council and find out how we may use you."
Kamli smiles humbly. "The Force is a great source of wisdom. I am merely it's vessel." He bows his head. "Thank you again for your support. While Ardak is not a member of the Republic, if you or your people need our assistance, please do not hesitate to call. Now, if you will excuse me, there is another guest that I should return to." He bows deeply and turns back toward Tuil and the young doctor.
"Very well, Master Lindo. Thank you." Mon Moab glances at Kamli and smiles.
Tuil bows and turns then to retreat to the central tower.
Kaldu Railm bows his head to Kamli Valen. "Of course. Good day to you, sir."
Valen returns to Mon Moab and smiles. "It sounds like Master Lindo has made some arrangements. I wish you good fortune. You also said that you wished to learn about the Jedi, yes?"
Mon Moab nods at Kamli. "Yes, I do. The other day, I am certain I saw Master Lindo send a blaster over the side of a bridge kilometers over the surface of Coruscant. But only moments later, he had the blaster return to its owner!"
The Apprentice nods his head. "I am not sure if he actually threw it over the edge. Jedi are students of the Force. A powerful energy field that is generated by life itself. It is the Force that gives a Jedi his power. Master Tuil merely used the Force to remove the weapon from the other being's hand and draw it to his own. It is a technique used often to prevent violence and protect the Jedi and innocent sentients that may get in the way."
Coruscant: Retreat of the Jedi Knights - Council Chamber
There is a somber feeling about this wide circular chamber, enclosed all in simple white stonework. The roof ascends overhead in a subtle dome the peak of which is lost to the soft lighting in shadow. Set about the circumfrance of the chamber are a number of simple chairs, each carved of dark wood and uncushioned. Each of these chairs varies in size and shape, but all are of nondescript design.
Spaced about the perimeter of the chamber are several small open doorways leading without into the courtyard, and between each of these a small recess holds a fountain built into the stonework of the tower walls, bubbling and gurgling with the good cheer and peace of a natural creek. The bowl of each fountain holds a cunning spherical lamp that bobs and floats in the water, and each of these is subtly tinted somwhere in the spectrum between blue and green. The affect of this moderate light dancing with the water across the domed ceiling is ghostly, and the indeed the chamber seems a world of its own: a sanctuary apart from the galaxy without.
<FONT color="#FBB917">COMSYS:</FONT> (single channel) From Kuat: High Baron's Office, Yzzix says, "Master Lindo, This is Yzzix Ono from Kuat. Do you read me?"
<FONT color="#FBB917">COMSYS:</FONT> (single channel) Tuil's holo form appears, displaying the Jedi in a crackling, flickering blue. "High Baron, greetings to you."
<FONT color="#FBB917">COMSYS:</FONT> (single channel) From Kuat: High Baron's Office, Yzzix says, "I'm afraid I have a very serious concern to bring up with you. Do you have a moment?"
<FONT color="#FBB917">COMSYS:</FONT> (single channel) Tuil nods slowly. "Of course, please go ahead."
<FONT color="#FBB917">COMSYS:</FONT> (single channel) From Kuat: High Baron's Office, Yzzix says, "Were you aware that yesterday your Padawan Valen came to me and said the masters had sent him to be the Jedi's ambassador to Kuat?"
<FONT color="#FBB917">COMSYS:</FONT> (single channel) Tuil nods in affirmation. "He said that you had requested him. Are you dissatisfied? If you are, it can be rectified immediately."
<FONT color="#FBB917">COMSYS:</FONT> (single channel) From Kuat: High Baron's Office, Yzzix says, "I am not dissatisfied with that. What I /am/ dissatisfied with is not one day later, Padawan Valen and Rena Sarrabi leading an unauthorized attack on a moon of Kuat, slaughtering an innocent freighter crew in cold blood, and stealing a vessel for their own personal gain. I demand an answer for this from the Jedi council."
<FONT color="#FBB917">COMSYS:</FONT> (single channel) Tuil frowns greatly, "This is serious news. Do you know the name of the vessel they seized? Did any of the crew survive?"
<FONT color="#FBB917">COMSYS:</FONT> (single channel) From Kuat: High Baron's Office, Yzzix says, "The vessel was named Hand of Light, and Padawan Valen admits to killing the crew when they refused to let him have the ship."
<FONT color="#FBB917">COMSYS:</FONT> (single channel) From Kuat: High Baron's Office, Yzzix says, "I was never consulted about any of this, it was just done right under my eye. He never even told me afterwards - I found out on my own."
<FONT color="#FBB917">COMSYS:</FONT> (single channel) Tuil nods slowly. "This will be dealt with presently. May I contact you when it is finished?"
<FONT color="#FBB917">COMSYS:</FONT> (single channel) From Kuat: High Baron's Office, Yzzix says, "Please do, Master Lindo. The vessel belonged to Jana Dawnrunner, an honorable being, and I know for a fact that before she went missing on Sar'kato she directed her crew to wait two months for her and then leave. Regardless of what happened to her, they did not deserve to be slaughtered in cold blood. And they had /no/ authority to do this in Kuati space."
Continued in Lightsaber Lecture.
Category:February 2009 RP Logs