Mos Shuuta 2 - Teemo's Palace

The Palace of Teemo the Hutt, ruler of Mos Shuuta

*Our heroes find themselves in the middle of a party where all the guests are enemies. Who can you trust in a wretched hive of scum and villainy? Tek meets an attractive Twi'lek named Shiri'ani and discovers Gardulla the Hutt's plot to discover Teemo's enemies and how to contact them. The team wins some money and Bota ends up fighting the victor gladiator. Droo meets a weird alien woman that loves to eat ribs and Ringo lands a sweet gig doing what he does best, using those pipes of his.*

## **Previously**

*A transmission from Jedi Master Dask Ra'tava is interrupted with an unexpected introduction. The (relatively) young Hutt, Teemo, has consolidated himself in the small city of Mos Shuuta on Tatooine. As a grand gesture of importance, he has decided to throw a gala, and is inviting many of the figures that previously bore witness to the crime lord Jabba the Hutt to see a new face rise from the ashes of the once powerful Desilijic Clan. Surprised at the invitation based on their history, Blaine Hansom quickly accepts and convinces the group that at the very least it's worth looking into.*

*Arriving at Mos Shuuta, the group sees the effect of Teemo's recent work. Businesses are thriving, citizens are enthralled with the free flow of credits from the grand palace, and even the local authorities seem to not just ignore the operation but give their support as well. While Droo and Bota buy a pair of Dewbacks for Droorassic Park, Katira snoops around to discover that some high profile bounty hunters have arrived as well. As they rush to the cantina, worried that Blaine may be in over his head, they instead find the smuggler enjoying the ambiance as Dengar sits peacefully in a corner.*

*Arriving at the party, everything appears to be in splendid order. Everyone is announced as they enter the throne room of Teemo's Palace, and the party begins...*

## **Recap**

### **Introductions Very Necessary**

Having been announced upon their arrival, everyone takes a look around and drinks in the surroundings. Teemo's throne platform dominates half of the room, while a bar and personal rooms sit opposite. The outer ring of the throne room sits elevated above a pit that is intended to draw attention from all angles. Currently empty, fresh blood and decay can be seen slowly draining into the thirsty sand. Tables are scattered throughout the room, many occupied by guests absorbed in games of sabacc, while other guests gather in their chosen company and conversation.

Showing little interest in their host, and even less in the sabacc, Tek locks his eyes on Shiri'ani across the room and heads over to attempt to talk. As he approaches, a Wiphid stops him from coming any closer. Bowing low, Tek attempts to enter into their good graces - taking advantage of his languages cartridge to understand their comments. Lady Valarian waves the guards off and speaks to Tek directly.

> "*I know you, you’re familiar with Gardulla the Hutt, aren’t you?*"
> ― Lady Valarian
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> "*Kardulla… the Hutt…*"
> ― Tek
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> "*Well, you said her name wrong, so I guess you’re not as familiar as I thought.*"
> ― Lady Valarian
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Not understanding that Lady Valarian was the person worth talking to, Tek is happily escorted away by her Twi’lek majordomo, Shiri'ani, and asks if he can buy her a drink now that they’ve gotten away from that “warthog lady”.

Bota, meanwhile, is approached immediately by a Sullustan female that states she is here on behalf of the New Republic to monitor the situation. She says under her breath that she is here undercover before stating loudly that she simply wants Bota’s autograph because he’s the best bounty hunter around. Brushing off the Sullustan, Bota proceeds toward the throne of Teemo the Hutt. He is welcomed cordially as a representative of the New Republic Bounty Hunters' Guild and told to enjoy a game of sabacc or a free drink while he waits for the upcoming feast. As Bota attempts to work out what underhanded reason Teemo has to invite the group, he is brushed aside. Teemo states that he is merely an importer and exporter of spices that is looking to build up Tatooine and bring it to a respectable state. Bota is excused to enjoy the party as Teemo’s Kowakian Lizard Monkey screeches out laughter.

As Katira moves toward the nearest table, she asks Droo what sense she gets of the guests sitting there. Before she can begin a conversation, R1-N60 is brought onto the stage and begins his song. Much to the disdain of Figrin and Barquin D’an, the droid is a major hit. Teemo bursts out into raucous laughter, apparently well entertained by the performance, everyone in the throne room applauds as the droid finishes the most well received song of the night thus far. Sitting close to the stage, Droo is approached by Teemo’s Kowakian Lizard Monkey with a datapad in hand. Looking down, Droo is stunned to see an offer to purchase her droid. Even more surprising, R1-N60 offers no objections to the exchange, stating that he just wants to perform no matter who it is.

Back at the bar, Tek takes a moment to concentrate before flirting with Shiri’ani to request information about Lady Valarian. Shiri’ani opens up willingly, commenting on the progress of the Wiphid to concentrate her power in Mos Eisley. With the Ryll Spice market cornered, Lady Valarian has left the slave market and has been establishing herself while Gardulla the Hutt has been inactive in the area for the last several months. On a more personal note, Shiri’anii and Tek discuss their shared history as slaves when the Twi’lek comments that the sand pit is to hold the slave combat later that night. Walking away, Shiri’ani gives Tek her comlink number and returns to Lady Valarian.

> "*You did get her personal number*"
> ― Jordan
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> "*Let me add that to my inventory list*"
> ― Tek
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> "*Can you remember her name?*"
> ― Jordan
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> "*Her name was… twi’lek girl…*"
> ― Tek
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Bota scans the area for any traps as he proceeds to the bar, but sees nothing of note. As Bota takes his drink, the Kowakian Lizard Monkey scrambles over and hands him a datapad. Looking down, Bota sees the words “Reltooine - Slave Colony. Let’s talk, meet upstairs - Teemo”. Also at the bar, Tek is approached by a Duro claiming to be a pilot for the New Republic. He states that he needs some assistance slicing data from Teemo’s personal computer upstairs. If Tek can get the job done he’ll pay 10,000cr for the data. Bota leaves the bar and heads for the lift tube to negotiate with the Hutt, and Tek sends an archaic scout droid to sneak up with him.

At the entrance, Bota walks by Katira and the human female chatting. Though initially not interested in opening up, the woman mentions to Katira that she’s just here for the fights later in the evening. Offering to assist if the price is right, Katira is given a Comlink but no real information. Bota nods to Katira and proceeds to the lift tube with Tek’s droid following stealthily behind, and Katira moves across the room to the Sabacc tables to play a few hands and strike up a new conversation. Placing a 500cr bet on the match, the conversation presents itself when a female bounty hunter asks if Katira walked in with Bota Zi. Denying her friend, Katira simply states that she walked in at the same time, but didn’t come *with* the Mandalorian.

### **Backroom Hutt Dealings**

Droo finally begins a bargain with the Hutt for the rights to her droid, settling on terms for his performances for an extended period. A one-sided heartfelt goodbye is exchanged, and R1-N60 walks away after finally having the chance to follow his dream in a realistic sense

> "*Ringo, it’s sad that this is true… but you were the best boyfriend I ever had.*"
> ― Droo
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Teemo departs as an attache finalizes the terms of sale, and arrives at his personal chambers upstairs just after Bota Zi and a hidden archaic scout droid settle in. Cutting straight to the point, Teemo explains to Bota that he had hoped to get an upper hand on the hunter by driving him into debt via sabacc but apparently has to do without that tactic. All that Teemo is interested in is the rights to the Slave Colony that Bota Zi and Tek Krodak currently own in the Reltooine Asteroid Belt.

> "*It’s fallen into disrepair. I sent out several probe droids. There is nobody there any longer. It is **just** a bunch of asteroids… and skeletons.*"
> ― Teemo the Hutt
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While not very keen on being the owner of a Slave Colony full of corpses, Bota does not jump at the sale of the location either. Teemo explains that he desires to have a foothold in the Corporate Sector as it would give a location where he would be free from the interference of other Hutts. He offers 80,000cr and then 100,000cr but does not get the Ambassador to budge. While the discussion is taking place, Tek’s droid successfully slices into the system and accesses a list of Teemo’s enemies. Tek reads them off to Bota to provide some leverage, but Bota opts for an attempt to draw Teemo into an official position within the New Republic.

> "*I can summon earthquakes Teemo, I know that’s your greatest fear!*"
> ― Tek
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Teemo expresses some interest in joining the New Republic, with the alternative being 120,000cr - in cash, on the spot - for the Colony. Bota continues to hold out, offering instead the Slave Colony for the group to be given a shared interest in Teemo’s operations on Tatooine in exchange. Teemo considers this possible only if the group will also eliminate the competition of Gardulla the Hutt and Lady Valarian. The negotiations end with Bota stating that he will think it over due to his existing relationship with Lady Valarian, and that he thinks that Tatooine is big enough for all the parties involved.

Teemo states that they can complete their negotiations and discussion later, as the gladiator combat will begin shortly. Heading back down the lift, Bota initially proceeds toward Katira at the Sabacc tables, but is looked off with a glare and the shake of Katira’s head. Glancing over, Bota recognizes the female bounty hunter sitting with Katira as Zardra, a woman whose partner he killed before taking on one of the most uncomfortable dates in his memory. They parted ways after Bota turned her over for a bounty.

> "*I once spent time being tortured by that man… If I ever get the chance, and I don’t have to worry about the repercussions…*"
> ― Katira glaring at Bota
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Zardra hands Katira a private comlink, and whispers that she’s planning to kill Bota. Walking away, she forfeits her hand and Katira wins the round.

Succeeding in slicing into Teemo’s private data, Tek informs the Duro that initially contacted him and offered 20,000cr for the information *now*. Tek refuses under suspicion that the Euro does not in fact work for the New Republic. The Duro offers 30,000cr but Tek insists on a meeting with their *real* employer. He is brought into a side room, where a holo of Gardulla the Hutt appears. Claiming to have no interest in Tatooine, she wants to oppose Teemo primarily out of spite. Tek states that he will exchange the list of Teemo’s enemies if she will have a meeting with Tek and Bota. Gardulla agrees to have a meeting at Mos Espa in two days, and the Duro turns off the holo before walking out to impersonate a New Republic pilot again.

### **Let the Games Begin**

Just as the serving staff begins to enter with fresh Ronto ribs to serve, Droo approaches a woman standing in front of the stage, hoping to make a new friend. Seeing Droo, the woman turns to her and hisses threateningly. As Droo laughs nervously, the woman then takes her serving of ribs, unhinges her jaw, wraps an excessively long tongue around the meat, and devours it in a single bite. Droo nervously leaves the woman alone and turns to the combat pit as the games begin.

An announcement rings out over the room. Entering the ring first is Skriskrick the Weequay holy man. Covered in Bantha blood, he takes to the ring with a round of applause. Next enters Tarrdoc the Klatooinian Revolutionary, shouting “Death to the Hutts!”. Betting opens with Tek and Katira placing 1,000cr each on the Weequay, and Droo betting 50cr and Bota placing 500cr on the Klatooinian.

* Winner: Tarrdoc

Round 2 features a black furred Wookiee, Black Krrsantan, pitted against an Anomid named Sft Sft. Droo bets 100cr on the Anomid, Tek bets 5,000cr and Bota bets 750cr on the Wookiee, and Katira abstains.

* Winner: Black Krrsantan

The final round features the two winners: Black Krrsantan vs. Tarrdoc. Bota bets 775cr and Droo bets 200cr on the Klatooinian, Tek bets 5,000cr on Black Krrsantan. Katira uses her received comlink to ask what personal interest the woman has in this round but is told that she’s waiting for the encore.

* Winner: Black Krrsantan

> "*Droo, are you betting?*"
> ― Katira
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> "*I don’t think so, I’m afraid*"
> ― Droo
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> "*I’m afraid to lose my fake credits in this fake universe*"
> ― Jordan
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> "*Well I want to build my theme park!*"
> ― Droo
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### **Encore! Duel of the Bounty Hunters**

As Black Krrsantan roars out in victory, a call goes out asking if there are any challengers to the champion. A brief silence settles over the room for a moment before Dengar rises from his seat, and jumps down into the ring. Katira notices the female she was speaking to smile and reach for what appears to be a blaster under the table, and Bota jumps to his feet in surprise.

> "*Dengar, you’re way too old for this!*"
> ― Bota Zi
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> "*I thought that you were finally happy listening to the Figrin Brothers!*"
> ― Katira
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> "*Did somebody spike your drink? One more score and you were done!*"
> ― Bota Zi
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> "*My wife’s pregnant, and I’m a terrible father… I should just die. Also, I didn’t have emotions for 25 years of my life, so when I hear music… yeh… I like it.*"
> ― Dengar
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No bets are placed on the encore round by the group, and combat begins in earnest. The favorite, Dengar takes a bowcaster shot early but keeps his feet. Dengar rises to his feet and hits the Wookiee twice to little effect, but is then knocked to the ground by a second bolt. Suddenly Katira’s comlink comes online, and she is offered 50,000cr to kill Dengar now. Looking around and seeing the woman has vanished, Katira states that if she’s not willing to be present for the job then she won’t be paid for her dirty work. The mystery woman just laughs and states that she doesn’t really care, and a shuttle can be heard blasting off in the background.

With the Wookiee approaching Dengar, Bota jumps down into the ring to stop the fight. As Dengar is pulled out of the ring, betting odds are announced. Bota shoots at the Wookiee several times but misses. Katira and Tek each bet 10,000cr on Bota, and Droo bets another 1,000cr on her friend. A rush of bets comes in sensing that Bota may have the advantage, and Black Krrsantan enters into a fury when he sees everyone betting against him. Firing off several shots, Bota is knocked down. Katira positions herself back along the wall, switching her rifle to stun and keeping an eye on Zardra and being ready to fire if she makes a move toward Bota.

In a flurry of action, Bota fires at Black Krrsantan twice and hits him once, knocking him down. He then rushes at the Wookiee and hits him straight in the face twice, further wounding his opponent. Rising up, Black Krrsantan attempts to strangle Bota.

> "*16 (to parry the strangle)?! Yeh, well… he definitely uh, strangles you… a bit*"
> ― Jordan
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Bota’s combat armor combined with the recent wound to Black Krrsantan proves sufficient to prevent any harm from the stranglehold. Pulling his shield overhead, Bota then slams it repeatedly against the Wookiee’s head and knocks him unconscious.

With the combat ended, Katira approaches Dengar to ask who the woman she spoke with was. Initially Dengar states that it was a jilted lover, but he then lets slip that it was his daughter. Bota then comes over and attempts to recruit him to the New Republic Bounty Hunters' Guild. Dengar states that he’ll talk over the possibility with 4-LOM and Zuckuss.

> "*If you’re looking for a quiet life and an easy job, this is the way to do it*"
> ― Bota Zi on the New Republic Bounty Hunters’ Guild
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## **Featured Characters**

### **Our Heroes**

* Bota Zi
* Droo Vos
* Katira Eve
* Tek Krodak

### **NPCs**

* R1-N60
* Teemo the Hutt
* Lady Valarian
* Shiri'ani
* Gardulla the Hutt
* Dengar
* Black Krrsantan
* Zardra
* Duro representative of Gardulla the Hutt
* Sullustan “New Republic” representative
* Teemo the Hutt’s Kowakian Monkey-Lizard

### **Mentioned**

* Blaine Hansom
* Skriskrick, the Weequay Holy Man
* Tarrdoc, the Klatoonian Revolutionary
* Sft Sft the Amanin gladiator
* 4-LOM
* Zuckuss

## **Inventory**

* +1500cr from Sabacc (Katira)
* +375cr from combat betting (Droo)
* -500cr from combat betting (Bota)
* +5,000cr from combat betting (Tek)
* +4,000cr from combat betting (Katira)

## **Notes**

* Countdown continues: 11 missions remaining for Blaine’s Ghtroc Freighter
* Laurel rolled a 9 on 1D10 to create a terrific strength of statistics for R1-N60
* Not present in the last mission, Tek Krodak joined at the start of the gala after having made a visit to his mother on Tatooine
* Teemo agreed to pay: 10cr a show, with a guarantee not to hurt R1-N60, and a clause to release the droid if Teemo becomes bored with him.
* The current options on the table between Teemo and the group:
	1. Teemo receives the Slave Colony and (currently un-negotiated) more in exchange for joining the New Republic and working to bring Tatooine with him
	2. Teemo pays 120,000cr for the Slave Colony outright
	3. Teemo receives the Slave Colony, and the group eliminates the rival groups of Gardulla the Hutt and Lady Valarian in exchange for shared interest in his operations on Tatooine

## **Quotations**

> "*Everyone knows Kardulla the Hutt. How do you know her?*"
> ― Tek
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> "*That’s still not her name…*"
> ― Lady Valarian
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> "*How do **you** pronounce her name?*"
> ― Tek
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> "*What is so valuable that you have this entourage?*"
> ― Tek
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> "*Do you not know who you’re speaking to?*"
> ― Lady Valarian having Tek escorted away
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> "*Certainly not Kardulla the Hutt!*"
> ― Tek
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> "*The special, uh, the Tatooine Sunburn. It’s a double, because of those two suns. Tastes like you’re sucking down a Dewback Egg*"
> ― bartender
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> "*So my offer is… I want 500cr **per performance***"
> ― Droo
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> "*That’s… that’s a lot*"
> ― Teemo
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> "*Is he a Hutt or is he a Hutt? Okay, here’s what I want… 6 month contract, 25cr a night, and I want it in his contract that he’s not hurt or made to be a gladiator or anything bad happens to him. Actually make it 15cr a night and they don’t hurt him.*"
> ― Droo
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> "*Katira you’re finally getting what you want, R1-N60 is leaving for 6 months!*"
> ― Droo
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> "*And I’m trying to make the deal for all the food he can eat!*"
> ― Katira
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> "*He’s a droid!*"
> ― Droo
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> "*How long was Katira kidnapped for?*"
> ― David
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> "*1 hour, but she always describes it as if it was **the** longest time*"
> ― Ilya
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> "*I once spent time being tortured by that man… If I ever get the chance, and I don’t have to worry about the repercussions…*"
> ― Katira glaring at Bota
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> "*I’m gonna go on a date with him.*"
> ― Ilya
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> "*Gardulla agrees to have a meeting in 2 days at Mos Espa*"
> ― Jordan
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> "*…and Tek forgets about it for 4 years*"
> ― David
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> "*I’m gonna bet… I’m gonna… bet 500cr on Bota*"
> ― Droo
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> "*I’m not really that confident in him, but he is my friend so…*"
> ― Bota
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> "*tell you what… on Bota to **survive***"
> ― Droo
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> "*What?! That’s not an option!*"
> ― Jordan
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