Myriad Reckonings

ChieTheWriter · 2024-05-09T15:24:30Z

The moonlight glistened on the surface of Atoa's moon. It was cold, the planet and her moons were so far from their sun that they were forever cold. But there was little moisture on this moon to freeze. It was even colder at night, but Sirejj preferred the shadows. His bright green eyes could see well in the dark. And this exploration must be quick and silent, for he was being hunted. Hunted by two or three this time, he supposed. They had somehow discovered that magic wasn't the only power he could wield. Magic was a part of the force, but it was not the brutish, violent Dark Side to which these crude Sith were accustomed. It was a delicate, beautiful, but dangerous strength that destroyed the minds of an opponent rather than snapping their neck. The Sith seemed to enjoy that practice specifically. Imperials. Always poking their noses where they don't belong. This was a sacred place, where magic flowed from deep within the moon. But it wasn't a power that the Empire understood, only one they'd heard of. He knew these inquisitors, being the mindless lurker hounds they were, knew nothing of the beauty of this moon, no. They were after their target. After him. The wielders of magic had been stamped out almost has fiercely as the Jedi since the beginning of the Empire's reign, even before. Anything that the Empire could not control, it eradicated. It had been close to a decade since the appearance of the inquisitors, but their numbers had exploded. Never in all of his knowledge of history could he think of a time where so many Sith crawled around the galaxy, hunting and killing by order of their master. So much for there only being two. Though if he remembered correctly, there was never a number mentioned in their code of conduct. When the shadows had become long and dark enough for his liking, Sirejj moved from his hiding place and headed out on foot. He could feel the turmoil beneath his feet. This entire system had a history, and not a kind one. Even the moons remembered the battles that were fought here. But deep in these caves was said to be great knowledge of magic, and perhaps relics and items of power to add to his collection. Though he rarely took sacred items, there were some things that were not meant to be taken. All he needed was a few moments, and then he would be out and back to his ship and gone from Imperial sights once again. ~~ "I've got eyes on him. He just entered the caves." The inquisitor stood up and stretched. They'd been laying there some time waiting for Sirejj to enter the cave. They'd scouted and discovered that this small cave system, used in ancient days as a sacred place for the priests in the system, had only one way in or out. "Get up." He turned and delivered a kick into the side of one of his companions, who'd dozed off on the rocks. With a snarl he rose. "You'll get a saber in your ribs if you boot me like that again, you hear?" "Enough fighting." The third inquisitor stepped forward and leapt over their small rocky hideout and began walking towards the caves. "Let's go have a talk with our new friend." She laughed. "I'll wager he'd make a better inquisitor than the both of you combined." "If you'd like to test that theory, Sister, feel free to face him alone." The first hissed. "He doesn't even carry a saber. He knows nothing of our power. We'll easily take him down if he puts up a fight." With that the three of them took off at a fast clip, making their way to the cave. @Ljungtroll

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Thu Aug 29, 2024 3:27 am

ChieTheWriter says... · Thu Aug 29, 2024 3:27 am

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Sirejj to Raia: I understand why you don't get along with your sister now

His temper flaring for a moment, he entered the room. It was a simple thing. There was no reason he shouldn't be able to accomplish it. "Any suggestions?"

Fey he seemed, or the battle-fury of his fathers ran like new fire in his veins, and he was borne up on Snowmane like a god of old, even as Oromë the Great in the battle of the Valar when the world was young. - The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King

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Thu Aug 29, 2024 3:41 am

Ljungtroll says... · Thu Aug 29, 2024 3:41 am

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Kurra kinda sucks

but not because she's a bad teacher, I don't think

"Complete the final step," Kurra said with a bit of rare humor. "Think of dipping your hand in ink and pressing it to the ground, then pulling it away little by little. The handprint is clearer when you take your time. It stays longer once it is dry, as well. Let it dry before you leave."

"The Imperial need for control is so desperate because it is so unnatural. Tyranny requires constant effort. It breaks, it leaks. Authority is brittle. Oppression is the mask of fear. Remember that." -Karis Nemik

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Thu Aug 29, 2024 12:04 pm

ChieTheWriter says... · Thu Aug 29, 2024 12:04 pm

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she's a fair enough teacher, her pupil is just not particularly patient. But we know how Sirejj takes orders and that is with a grain of salt. Even Thalassa he would test sometimes and he respects her

Following her direction he attempted again, this time remaining longer focusing leaving a part of himself behind. After a moment he again stood up and left the room, testing at a second time.

Fey he seemed, or the battle-fury of his fathers ran like new fire in his veins, and he was borne up on Snowmane like a god of old, even as Oromë the Great in the battle of the Valar when the world was young. - The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King

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Thu Aug 29, 2024 12:18 pm

Ljungtroll says... · Thu Aug 29, 2024 12:18 pm

Kurra spent a moment testing the space like before, then nodded. "Excellent. You've left your imprint here, Sirejj. Now come and I'll show you how to erase it."

"The Imperial need for control is so desperate because it is so unnatural. Tyranny requires constant effort. It breaks, it leaks. Authority is brittle. Oppression is the mask of fear. Remember that." -Karis Nemik

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Thu Aug 29, 2024 2:53 pm

ChieTheWriter says... · Thu Aug 29, 2024 2:53 pm

Sirejj returned, staff in hand. This entire time he's been holding his staff and using it as a way to connect with the planet beneath him. He walked over to Kurra, glad to have succeeded at something today.

Fey he seemed, or the battle-fury of his fathers ran like new fire in his veins, and he was borne up on Snowmane like a god of old, even as Oromë the Great in the battle of the Valar when the world was young. - The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King

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Thu Aug 29, 2024 3:07 pm

Ljungtroll says... · Thu Aug 29, 2024 3:07 pm

"Shall we practice some of the things you already learned and then move on to more new techniques?" she asked.

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Training montage?

"The Imperial need for control is so desperate because it is so unnatural. Tyranny requires constant effort. It breaks, it leaks. Authority is brittle. Oppression is the mask of fear. Remember that." -Karis Nemik

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Fri Aug 30, 2024 1:33 am

ChieTheWriter says... · Fri Aug 30, 2024 1:33 am

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off camera character development, yes.

if you wanna put him at odds with Kurra or anyone have them take his staff fyi. there might not be space for it but just putting it out there. it'd def make him mad

He nodded, and they began.

Sirejj's training continued for much of the day. Kurra was relentless. Sirejj had a few times where he took a short break, but the training was taxing on both mind and body. While he learned much, the questions in the back of his mind still lingered. He would have to ask them at a later time, and be careful how he did so.

Solving mysteries would be a welcome break from his studies.

Fey he seemed, or the battle-fury of his fathers ran like new fire in his veins, and he was borne up on Snowmane like a god of old, even as Oromë the Great in the battle of the Valar when the world was young. - The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King

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Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:00 am

Ljungtroll says... · Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:00 am

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I can't see them trying to take it from him but you know who WOULD take it?? Tarkin >:)

At last Kurra let him rest. "We'll stop for lunch, now," she said. "You've made some progress. Go to the same spot Raia showed you before to eat; the fungus grows back swiftly."

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Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:10 am

ChieTheWriter says... · Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:10 am

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sirejj is already watching out for that bc he knows Tarkin would like to add it to his little collection and Sirejj will fight him for it. he'd be mAD.

not that this will happen (kinda already did in the beginning with the inquisitors) but if Sirejj was ever captured/otherwise contained and Tarkin took his staff and flaunted it like you know he would Sirejj might have to beat the daylights out of him when he gets loose.

Sirejj nodded. "Thank you." He turned and left. He shut out the training from his mind when he left the room, allowing himself some rest. He followed a memorized path through a few tunnels in search of the place Raia showed him. He wondered if she'd be there.

Fey he seemed, or the battle-fury of his fathers ran like new fire in his veins, and he was borne up on Snowmane like a god of old, even as Oromë the Great in the battle of the Valar when the world was young. - The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King

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Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:26 am

Ljungtroll says... · Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:26 am

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I can see Tarkin being petty enough to mess around with it if Sirejj leaves it unattended the next time they meet up

Raia was indeed there, salvaging a little of the fungus growing on the stones to eat. It was a surprisingly filling meal, though nutritionally it wasn't much more than a single slice of bread. Enough to subsist off of, but not enough to be comfortable.

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Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:32 am

ChieTheWriter says... · Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:32 am

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Thalassa is going to have one heck of a time keeping them from killing each other. She's the only responsible adult when it comes to these two

Sirejj made sure to walk a little louder as he entered the room. He was a natural stalker, slinking around in the shadows unseen and unheard. But his intention was not to startle Raia. He may end up with a lance in his chest if he did that.

Fey he seemed, or the battle-fury of his fathers ran like new fire in his veins, and he was borne up on Snowmane like a god of old, even as Oromë the Great in the battle of the Valar when the world was young. - The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King

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Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:39 am

Ljungtroll says... · Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:39 am

Raia didn't acknowledge him other than to give a small nod, closing up her little lunch bag. She preferred to eat in private, though it was difficult now that she was babysitting Sirejj.
"Finish your training?" she asked as she stepped aside to let him pass.

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Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:42 am

ChieTheWriter says... · Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:42 am

He had no idea what she said, but he knew it was a question. "I've been released from your sister from the time being." He investigated their food source. Though he could survive on such things for a short time, he was a carnivore. This fungus looked terrible, but his own rations wouldn't last for too much longer.

Fey he seemed, or the battle-fury of his fathers ran like new fire in his veins, and he was borne up on Snowmane like a god of old, even as Oromë the Great in the battle of the Valar when the world was young. - The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King

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Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:48 am

Ljungtroll says... · Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:48 am

"You should probably eat with the others," she advised, though she knew it was useless. "Kurra will want to discuss your progress with Mother." She smiled wryly. "Maybe I'll even come along and listen."

"The Imperial need for control is so desperate because it is so unnatural. Tyranny requires constant effort. It breaks, it leaks. Authority is brittle. Oppression is the mask of fear. Remember that." -Karis Nemik

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Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:55 am

ChieTheWriter says... · Fri Aug 30, 2024 2:55 am

He felt her tone become a little taunting and frowned slightly. "You're a firey one." He moved over and sat down on the ground where some of the fungus grew. He'd think about trying it, but he was going to rest for a moment. He took his staff and carefully laid it on the ground in front of him.

Fey he seemed, or the battle-fury of his fathers ran like new fire in his veins, and he was borne up on Snowmane like a god of old, even as Oromë the Great in the battle of the Valar when the world was young. - The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King

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