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Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Tue May 28, 2024 10:45 am

Working on a post now! Although I'm curious, would Faye still be on the Jedi Council? Earlier in the thread it sounded like she had largely stepped away from the Jedi Order.

Now that she spent most of her time as a high society wife rather than training younglings on the Skywalker it was easy for people to forget she used to be a Jedi Master.

Of course, even if she's not, I could see her saying she is to try and intimidate "Sivter."

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Tue May 28, 2024 10:55 am

She might be serving in absence, or whatever it's called. ><

Or the position is reserved for her. It's a time of peace, so things may have been pretty lax. *shrug*

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Mon Jun 03, 2024 9:58 am

Oh my god, fething isn't actually a Star Wars curse word and I have no idea where I got it from. Did I just make up a word? ><

Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Mon Jun 03, 2024 10:18 am

I looked it up. Apparently "fething" is a curse word used in the Warhammer 40K universe.

Not that it matters too much. Made-up curse words have a habit of universe jumping. "Frell" originated with Farscape, but it migrated to the Star Wars universe too. Our board has certainly used it a lot, but it's also been seen in official Star Wars media too.

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Mon Jun 03, 2024 10:28 pm

I have never played nor have I ever been interested in Warhammer. So I really don't know where I got it from.

Post by **Mir** » Thu Jun 06, 2024 8:12 am

no one tell ole boy that something's happened to Cadence.

Also no one tell Sasha that something's happened to Cadence cause she'll tell ole boy.

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Thu Jun 06, 2024 8:19 am

Well, technically nothing's happened yet.

Post by **Mir** » Thu Jun 06, 2024 8:28 am

Yet!

Save her!

Save the singer save the world

Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Thu Jun 06, 2024 8:35 am

Kalja Falanis to the rescue! This is the kind of environment where she thrives.

And I can't make things too easy for Faye...

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Sat Jun 08, 2024 4:24 am

Sooo, just so we're clear. Is Trakan important? Cause if they push Faye hard she's gonna hold back.

Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Sat Jun 08, 2024 4:48 am

Not really. He is out of his right mind, but he's merely an appetizer of things to come; an amuse-bouche to paraphrase the fine folks at RiffTrax.

Even if Faye doesn't get him, he's not long for this world.

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Sun Jun 09, 2024 3:02 am

Working on a post now, but I have a headache so I'm gonna try to sleep that off. ><

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Sun Jun 09, 2024 11:12 pm

Um, maybe a little help? This thing they took that's making them stronger, what does it do?

Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Mon Jun 10, 2024 12:21 am

Nothing too specific. My thought was that it would temporarily enhance their connection to the Force, but the downside is that it makes them even more mentally unstable without some kind of special training to handle that rush of power - which the minions would not have. Think a berserker archetype.

As for whatever powers, if any, they would use, I've got no preconceptions.

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Mon Jun 10, 2024 2:37 am

Maybe a stronger downside? Like it fries their neural synapses?

Sorry, had my head in a lot of cyberpunk lately. ><

Could be with training the effect is lessened, but still damaging.

Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Mon Jun 10, 2024 3:06 am

Sure. Go with whatever appeals to you.

All of these guys are considered expendable by the person behind it all.

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Mon Jun 10, 2024 10:57 pm

Ugh, not great. Maybe should've waited a bit. So many guests calling down right at the start of my shift, creating a stressful environment. ><

Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Tue Jun 11, 2024 12:16 am

Sometimes it's best to just get it down on paper and revise it later. Now I need to think how to continue with it.

On another note, I imagine that Kalja's mixed martial arts style (Teräs Käsi and Delth's unique hand-to-hand style) looks similar to Wing Chun as depicted in the Ip Man movies. Lots of efficient strikes, deflections, and rapid-fire punches. I think it fits well with her preference for Ataru.

Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Tue Jun 11, 2024 6:13 pm

Sasha rides again!

Also, to note, the only thing Faye is going to find in that alleyway is pieces of Trakan.

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Tue Jun 11, 2024 9:50 pm

How is she tracking Cadence? JD gave her directions, but from what?

Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Tue Jun 11, 2024 10:25 pm

I'm working off the idea that BD units are explorer droids and come equipped with scanners and sensors. While Mav did modify JD to help Cadence with her songwriting, I don't think it would have required replacing his primary functions to do so. I'd also say that JD has been around Cadence for about three days now and probably has a pretty good idea what her biometrics look like. He could also scan for any lifeforms moving away from the commotion in the event hall as that would be conspicuous.

That said, it is a chase. Depending on what your plans for Cadence are, Kalja doesn't necessarily have to be successful in catching up to them. Personally, I want Kalja to make the save because I'd rather not have her lose her Padawan during their first mission together, but it's your call.

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Tue Jun 11, 2024 10:52 pm

Here's the thing, I don't have a plan. >.>

Post by **Mir** » Thu Jun 13, 2024 5:25 pm

Must resist urge to have Sasha press the "Call The Great Grandfather" Button

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Sun Jun 16, 2024 1:18 am

I kinda regret not having a plan. ><

Um... where's this guy going? He probably knows Kalja is tracking him, he's more likely to dump the girl than lead her back to whatever secret base they're at. Aaand if he doesn't, what then?

It's times like this I miss the thinking emoji, you know the one where he's rubbing his chin. >.>

Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Sun Jun 16, 2024 7:01 am

Here's the thing: Trakan's operation was basically a failure. That's why Trakan got silenced. If the base isn't already destroyed, it will be soon enough.

I imagine your guy took Cadence to try and salvage something from the operation, but he probably didn't count on Kalja being so resourceful or relentless. I'd guess she's also probably gaining on him. Even combined JD and Sasha aren't going to weigh as much as an unconscious Cadence. Running from place to place is also something Kalja does on a regular basis, so this chase isn't going to be winding her any time soon.

Something else to consider: Delth taught both of his children how hide their presence in the Force when necessary. Kalja's not hiding her presence yet, but if she gets close enough, she just might in order to ambush Cadence's kidnapper.

Basically, the kidnapper made two mistakes: he took Kalja's Padawan and then he tried to run.

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Mon Jun 17, 2024 9:34 pm

Well, he's not going to lead Kalja back to wherever he's going, guess he'll just have to take the info he wants the unpleasant way.

Post by **Mir** » Tue Jun 18, 2024 3:15 pm

I've been working on a ~30 million class action lawsuit so if you need to do things with Sasha feel free.

Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Tue Jun 18, 2024 5:44 pm

Sasha has taken up a very protective position next to Cadence's face. I hope the case goes well!

I went ahead and moved us forward. The setup is ripe to have something to happen, either Cadence waking up or someone entering the room sitcom style.

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Tue Jun 18, 2024 9:35 pm

Cramer comes in, "Hey, Jerry!"

Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Wed Jun 19, 2024 7:56 am

"What's the deal with all these Darksiders!?"

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Sun Jun 23, 2024 3:11 pm

Taking some serious liberties with the Force here, but I think they're better liberties than those taken by Disney. >.>

In other news, karaoke is a really weird word to spell. ><

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Fri Jul 12, 2024 10:00 am

Hrmm, I'm not sure if Arilyn would be the type to tell jokes with a serious expression or if she's just super serious all the time. Like if Kalja Sairu had given her instructions as a joke she might follow them exactly to the letter... which one of those things is funnier? ><

Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Fri Jul 12, 2024 11:46 am

Well... Arilyn's master, Chirushk, never joked around. Honestly, with Arilyn lacking a sense of humor or much of a personality, she was probably his ideal Padawan. Also, yes, I've decided that Chirushk has passed away as of the Legacy timeline - probably just a few years before the current year.

I could see Arilyn going on a journey of self-discovery after transferring to Tython. It's not hard to imagine Kalja Sairu subtly guiding her to expand her horizons.

BTW, what happened with Fiona? Did she survive after the War of Darkness?

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Fri Jul 12, 2024 1:20 pm

I think I vaguely remember something about her and Arilyn merging to become one? So technically Arilyn is Fiona and vice versa. Maybe?

Either that or Fiona would be in some sort of asylum or hospital with doctors working to repair her psyche and cure her of her insanity.

One of those two things.

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Fri Jul 12, 2024 1:23 pm

I think the idea was something like, Arilyn wasn't just a clone. Like Fiona's psyche was split in two to protect herself, or something. ><

If they merged then Arilyn would've had to spend a great deal of time in meditation as Fiona's insanity would have affected her and she would've needed to conquer it.

Either way, though, I really don't remember what my plan was. Only that I'm terrible at writing villains and Fiona's tragedy always made me feel fucking awful. ><

Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Fri Jul 12, 2024 5:12 pm

Personally, I like the idea of Fiona being locked up in an asylum somewhere. Maybe Oremin has set up a facility on one of the other planets in the Tython system where Arilyn can visit to try and rehabilitate her other half.

It seems to make the most sense to me from what we're seeing of Arilyn now. If she had merged with Fiona, one would think she'd have more of a personality.

Also, if Arilyn has been trying to help Fiona regain her sanity, it could explain why she's got experience traversing the mental plane.

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Fri Jul 12, 2024 5:26 pm

I suppose that makes sense. Assuming she is ever cured, though, would Oremin let her go?

Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Fri Jul 12, 2024 7:44 pm

That's a good question. Even if Fiona regained her sanity, she still murdered a lot of people. She'd have to make quite the case to be let go after everything she's done. On the other hand, giving a Sylarian a life sentence is quite a commitment... Oremin wouldn't be above executing her, but if they're going through the trouble of keeping her caged after all this time, then they probably see some worth in keeping her alive... or maybe Kalja pulled a few strings on Arilyn's behalf.

Maybe if Fiona's sanity improves Oremin could work out a Suicide Squad-type situation with her? I have at least one other Darksider character that agreed to work for Oremin back in the final days of the War of Darkness. It could be an interesting premise for a thread.

Pryde · Post by **Pryde** » Sat Jul 13, 2024 6:12 pm

Hrmm, iono... for now I will ignore it. >.>

In other news, I kinda wish we hadn't had peace for the last 20 years. A bit of tragedy in Cadence's life would be super useful right now. What's the easiest way to trap someone in a construct inside their own head? Trap them in a memory they don't want to leave.

I suppose if she was the super badass Jedi she thought she was going to be, maybe? Would be better if she lost a relative and found herself in a dream world where that relative survived only all her relatives are alive except probably her grandfather. ><

I did have one, thought, though. What if, um... shit, what name did I give him? Ah hell, whatever. Anyway, what if Darth Placeholder laid a trap for Kalja? We'll probably see what that looks like in my next post.

Halomek · Post by **Halomek** » Sat Jul 13, 2024 6:42 pm

Well, it might not be super tragic, but I got the impression that Akain wasn't around much when Cadence was growing up.

Cadi's brother also left the planet as soon as he could.

Caitlyn did her best to raise her, but she couldn't recognize Cadence's artistic talents or that she was being bullied - so add a mother who didn't understand her to the list.

Not the most ideal home life if you look at it objectively.

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