Stars Wars Saga Adventure Path - Episdode I "The Crystalline Heart" Part 03c

Now without the group was stranded on Loxley Station. A few hours later the usual traffic resumed as traders and spacer came to stop on by. A ship with a trio of Bothans arrived on the station and headed to the bar. R-90 and the others had been scoping out the bar hoping to find some means of getting off, and it seemed these three could be the ticket. R-90 walked up to the bar and greeted the Bothan. At first the Bothan was cold, as it did not seek the company R-90 advertised. The Bothan was not into droids like that....but R-90 gave a countersign that made the Bothan listen. R-90 had mentioned the Melan clan, and the Bothan was all ears. R-90 had discretely implied that he needed to head to Bothan space to complete his mission and that he had several passengers that need travel. The Bothan nodded, giving a signal to his other comrades to check R-90's friends out. The Bothan engaged him in some small talk and told him he would need to discuss things with his crew and would get back to him within the hour. He told them to wait in the Bar and they would make preparations to leave.

Unbeknownst to R-90 these Bothan's were Republic loyalists. They knew of Eshka and were pleased to find one of her wayward droids. It was a stroke of luck, but the big payout was reward for the Padawan they had. There check pulled up that Aryn was a wanted by order of the Emperor as a former Jedi apprentice. The others had some false IDs and were of no interest. As the group was waiting, the Bothans flooded their room with a gas that kept Aryn unconscious. They quickly bypassed security and sent a localized EMP pulse to disable "Lepi". Lepi was then fitted with a restraining bolt and forced to follow them as they kidnapped Aryn. Within moments they got to their ship and left.

As the hour past, the group began to worry. After another hour they had found out that the Bothans had left.
When they got to their room, Aryn was gone. R-90 figured it was the Bothans, he hacked the security cams once again. The Bothans made no attempt to hide their break in and kidnapping of Aryn as they high tailed it out of here, more than likely headed back to Coruscant to collect the bounty on Aryn's head. R-90 felt responsible and Tizzit would not let another friend be lost, they had lost so many on this journey. They asked L if they could help find a away to procure a ship so they could chase those Bothans down. Luckily for them the Duros pilots were back with their usual cargo for the station. They had just finished unloading and refueling, getting a quick drink before heading back. L used the force to convince them out right to take some passengers with them, they were very agreeable. When L told them that they needed to get to Coruscant they began to protest....but L once again used the force to compel them to do his bidding. The Duros pilots did their best to accommodate the group, arranging the cargo area to be as comfortable as possible with some supplies. Their ship was a simple transport that towed a cargo hull. As they tried to explain to L, they were a local ship that simple couriered supplies from one station to another and really did not have the proper drive to travel to far. They all boarded the ship with hopes of finding Aryn soon, R-90 attempted to communicate with Talia or Wrabbler, but still no response.

MEANWHILE

Padawan Talia and Wrabbler took the long way to Mon Calamari aboard the Pleasue Cruiser, the Fanged Ocelot. They were provided a cover of a young woman who had won a vacation and took her pet along.
She was provided with a 10,000 credit shopping spree aboard the vessel with all amenities included. Zero the Hutt had journeyed for the first leg of the trip to promote the ownership of his new club and new signer.
Lyla Fontane was covering Zero's trip and attempted to get a scoop on the winners of the trip. Talia was just one of twelve such winners, and fortunately for her she was able to avoid Lyla and the Holonet news.
They were gonna attempt communications, but were advised against it as the communication may be picked up. Zhato Rem's bodyguard made sure that they were safe an not bothered. They would be informed of the drop off point when they arrived. They were assured that the other group would arrive at Loxley Station ahead of them and were safe.

As to be expected as the days went on, both Wrabbler and Talia felt something amiss. A force user was aboard the ship. As they investigated the cargo hold they found a female Bothan interrogating a Jedi Knight.
It was obvious what was going on as she was holding his lightsaber asking him about it. They were both speaking in Bothan. Apparently she was named Eshka and wanted to know his involvement in Order 66, why did he survive and why were Jedi hiding. She took no chances with him, the device that held him was shocking him every few seconds so he could not fully concentrate. However he managed to reach out to the force and identified to other aboard the ship and it seems they had found him. Both Padawans had seen enough and charged at Eshka who was taken off guard, she barely managed to dodge Talia quick blows while Wrabbler freed the Jedi Knight. Eshka knew there was no way to stand up against them so she attempted to flee, however the Jedi Knight intercepted her and with a word put her too sleep.
He turned to both Padawans and thanked them for sensing them, he introduced him self as Master Ichael.
He was returning to Coruscant when news of Order 66 had been implemented, he heard the screams of his fellow Jedi as they were ambushed the Clone Troopers that had turned on them. He did the only thing he could do and head back to the Temple to inform the council, but before he could jump to lightspeed it was too late. Master Nu had used a Jedi Artifact to alert her students not to come back.....he sensed something terrible had happened. Worried of his Padawan he reached out and could only sense that Aryn was safe.
Since then he had been searching for other Jedi, hoping that they would be regrouping. In his travels any Jedi outpost and facility seemed to have been attacked or were under the authority of the Republic Navy. He had hoped that the Bothan he found would keep their neutrality as he needed info. However she decided it was in her best interest to capture him. He did however find out from her that several Jedi were on Bothawui, supposedly Master Nu among them.

They decided to to take her ship, with her as a prisoner and head out to Loxley Station in hopes of finding the rest of there group. Talia and Wrabbler excited to leave forgot to mention the fact that Aryn was among there group as well.
     

Stars Wars Saga Adventure Path - Episdode I "The Crystalline Heart" Part 03b

As they arrived, the Mon Calamari hailed them and asked them to identify themselves and business. After the regular information was transmitted, they were allowed to dock/refuel and visits the station's amenities. The Loxley Station served Communication and Relay Station, mostly checking that satellite transmission could be relay and buffered to other such stations throughout the sector. They were assigned visitors quarters for their stay and shown a brief tour of the bar, cafeteria, and small vendor area for trade. Aryn and Lupi would stay in quarters why the rest headed to the bar.
At the bar there were two Duros space pilots and a few Mon Calamari. It seems that the majority of the station was staffed by Mon Calamari, with the rest of the individuals just stopping by to either deliver or pick up cargo, refuel, or just sit and wait for some better opportunity. Every once in a while human pilot and some Bothans would come into the bar and then leave.  As Zhato Rem explained, the station also served as a meeting place for Black Sun Operatives, as it was out of sight and out of mine. It was an insignificant post amidst the darkness of space, used as a relay station mainly for ships not capable for making long jumps into Hyperspace. At this time nothing more was going on, they returned to their quarters hoping that their late companions would soon make contact.

After a dew days they began to get reckless. There was still no word on the delay. Khorrahg'ga, R-90, and Tizzit decided to head up to the observation deck "B" to speak with the commanding officer to see if there was any work to be had. Lt. Akbar, the Mon Calamari in charge of Loxley Station welcomed them. Not much was going on, but there was a report of a distress beacon in a nearby sector. Lt. Akbar told them that if they were interested they would be compensated 5,000 credits for their time and free fuel. It, was a distress beacon on a nearby mining colony that needed investigation. They had received no response and it was still transmitting. They were short staffed at the moment and if the group were to just investigate and report. It was easy money so they all agreed. As they made their way back to let Aryn know they stopped by the bar to see if they could find a local familiar with the area. L had pegged them out an introduced himself. He was a male human space, more of a vagabond that took odd jobs and wandered from port to port. His resent companions had ditched him, left his stuff in the cargo bay and just left. It seems they didn't think they were a good fit. Tizzit and Khorrahg'ga finding him trustworthy told him they did have a job and ship, and if he was interested he was welcome to join. The jump would only take five minutes to make once the calculation were entered in the ships systems. Aryn and Oshua would stay aboard the station waiting for word from the other Padawans.

The jump was simple and they made it to the mining station, it was located on the third satellite of a planet in the system. R-90 had the ship scan, but the ship's A.I. was being feisty and reminded the attractive droid that he was not that kind of ship, it was "basic sensors only". The ship attempted to contact the mining facility and there was no response, and the ship was able to easily follow the signal to the landing platform. The satellite was mostly covered in water, the atmosphere was breathable and had temperate overcast weather. The platform was accommodating enough for their little ship with a hangar and covered access area that connected to the facility which seemed to be underwater. When they landed no automated routine ran, no droids came out, no security, no communications.....nothing....it was eerie. They decided to step out and investigate. Ana would stay with the ship while everyone else made there way to the hangar. As they began to walk across the platform they noticed some movement in the water. At first it seemed not of any concern, but the creatures seemed to circle back and then swim at an accelerated speed toward the platform. L, Tizzit, and Khorrahg'ga stopped and grouped up to deal with the incoming creatures. R-90 ran toward the hangar hoping to find an access port and find out what happened. Several creature jumped out of the water and landed on the platform. These creature were insectoid in nature, and Tizzit could barely sense what they were intending....KILL....KILL....KILL. The creature looked like large aquatic fleas with very sharp claws and they scurried toward the group. As R-90 made his way toward the hangar, one of the creature landed atop of roof by the door and clicked it mandibles menacingly. R-90 decided it was best to go back to the group. As he ran back another group of these insects from the opposite side jumped onto the platform and scurried their way to the group. Tizzit and Khorrahg'ga had already been shooting them, with L revealing that he was a force user. Unlike Aryan, Wrabbler, or Talia.... L was not holding back his abilities. The unfortunate creature he encountered were flung bout and crushed by his skill with the force. Tizzit and Khorrahg'ga took not how his yellow eyes flared with each creatures death. One of Tizzit's weapons malfunctioned, and Ana came out of the ship to throw a new pistol for Tizzit to use. R-90 was almost ambushed, but he used his grapple to get himself onto the ship and away from the creatures. Ana though was an easy target and they moved in for the kill. Ana was jumped, sliced, and hacked into small pieces. Tizzit was angered, and she lead the charge to avenge Ana. Fortunately they were able to eliminate the current threat, and they decided to get aboard ship and retreat. As they left, Tizzit was mourning Ana's death, as they escaped into orbit a Galactic Naval Ship was headed their way. The ship's A.I notified them that they were locked on and being scanned. Soon they were hailed. The Galactic Naval Ship told them that they were answering a distress beacon and wanted to know why their presence was here a this mining facility. They transmitted that they were on a mission from Loxley Station to investigate the distress beacon. They were attacked by unknown creatures and had wounded and were heading back. The Galactic Ship verified there presence and allowed them to head back, while they dealt with the issue.

Coming back they need medical attention. The mining colony was overrun by unknown possible indigenous lifeforms. These creature seemed to be large aquatic insectoids of some kind. Khorrahg'ga had taken the brunt of most of the attacks, with L doing his best to fend them off. Sadly Ana was eviscerated into what could be described as chum. Lt. Akbar was sorry for their loses, and they were fortunate that a Galactic ship had answered the distress beacon. They returned to their quarters and waited for L and Khorrahg'ga to be checked out thoroughly and given a clear bill of health. Aryn had informed them that their was still no word from Padawan Talia and Wrabbler. In the evening both L and Khorrahg'ga were returned to their quarters. Meanwhile R-90 had repaired and recharge for the night. Tizzit was still at a loss for Ana, although she was bonded for her for a time ...it had allowed her to understand "Humans" better. The loss of Ana, Sam, and Nox were a new sensation to her, before she the concept that and individuals could always be replaced...but now that mindset and changed. Each individuals in unique and she thought heavily on this.

The next day cycle the group met outside by an engine port to cremate what was left of Ana's remains. A few words were said and she was incinerated and her ashes became one with space. They returned to quarters to ponder what to do next. It wasn't long until the station entered a "Red Alert", the station was being fired upon by unknown assailants. The emergency bulkheads began to close as one of the dock ships exploded, again several more hits could be heard hitting the shield. A few minutes later the stations communications announced "Attention, a Galactic Ship has fired upon the station with reason to beleive that Black Sun operatives are on board. A teams will be boarding shortly. All individuals stay within your areas until a proper inspection and sweep is done. Thank You". The group began to panic as they did not want to be involved in anymore business with the Black Son or the Galactic Senate. They check on the status of their ship, and found out that it was one of the vessels that was destroyed. R-90 hacked the video coms as well and was able to verify that their ship was destroyed and about 50 clone troopers had boarded the station. They were checking personal logs and visitor identification. They had already detained a few for questioning and assembling them in the bay.

It wasn't long before the Clone Troopers made their way to their section of the Space Station. There was no where to run and there was no way of fighting past them. They would just have to let the Troopers conduct their sweep. When the troopers and the Mon Calamari officer came to their quarters they were searched and all but L cleared. The Clone Trooper didn't even seem to notice Aryn standing in his quarters with "Lepi".
The Clone Troopers took L away and the rest of the group breathed a collective sigh of relief. Tizzit was wondering what they could do for L, the best thing they agreed upon was just to wait and watch.
L was taken to a Cargo bay were several others were being held under guard. Lt. Akbar and a Galactic Naval Officer were questioning some of the suspicious individuals they found aboard the station. The galactic Naval Officer was a clone and he was asking each individual directly if they were a member of the "Black Sun" cartel. He Naval Officer said that a ship was identified nearby a mining colony where a distress beacon was found. It seems days ago on Coruscant there was a ritual murder of one Sam, an Asogian engineer traced to that vessel. The captain and the crew were missing, and the ship was believed to have been stolen by the last surviving crew member identified as Nox Phyre. It seems Nox and Sam were last identified working for the Coruscant labor board, but never checked in. A Zero the Hutt had been most cooperative, revealing to authorities the going on at the Barbary Coast and that several members of of the Black Sun Cartel had some unscrupulous dealings.... and Zero gave information on the ship and its crew showing what a reformed individual he was (In truth Zero was just clearing out his rivals and establishing himself as the true ruler the of Dollatre Sector).
All of the individuals bough for questioning were indeed cartel members, as most were branded with identifying marks. When the questioned L, he used the force to convince the naval officer that there was nothing linking him to the Black Sun and he was allowed to leave. Fortunately for him the Force was strong with him that day. Lt. Akbar accompanied the Clone Troopers and Naval Officers to issue a formal complaint at their use of excessive force. His second was left in command of the station until he could return..

Stars Wars Saga Adventure Path - Episdode I "The Crystalline Heart" Part 03a

Imperial Press Corp Field Report......
Suspected Anti-Republic Group Activity: R-90, Khorrahg'ga, Tizzit/Ana, Nox Phyre, Padawan Talia (Human Jedi), Padawan Wrabbler (Kushiban), and L (Human Ex-Padawan).
Death: Nox Phyre, Ana

Zhato Rem and the group were momentarily hiding in one of his warehouses awaiting the transports that would take them to the luxury cruiser that would get them out of Republic Space. He was busy making finally preparations, and had one of assistant Mr. Gruk take care of the group if they had any questions. Mr. Gruk, a Bothan, provided everyone was new passports and IDs that should get them past most inspections.
They were already known to Republic Officials as they had signed up for the special "salvage" project. Fortunately for them Zhato's organization was in control of many of the IDs and information they gathered on the potential workers. Unfortunately R-90's and Ana's direct communications with the Ty Rhees' office left some trails that couldn't be fully scrubbed. Mr. Gruk had also given them some luggage with some clothes and such that would be appropriate foe their voyage.

Three transports arrived, Zhato went in one, Talia ,Wrabbler, Nox Phyre, and R-90 went on another, and Tizzit, Khorrahg'ga, Lepi, and Aryn went on the last transport. The transport followed the routes to the polar ice cap were security was light. It was a common hole in Coruscant's security, as the wealthy did not like being spied upon or observed. The group could seen the private chateaus and resort of Coruscant's elite as they passed into orbit. They soon left the layer of satellites orbiting the planet and made their way to a luxury cruiser. Zhato's transport stopped and signaled the necessary data, and most likely paying off someone as a ship to ship docking was made. The other two transports were allowed to proceed and dock. Mr. Gruk reminded them to blend in, and that any conveniences they required they could speak to him and he would arrange something. Nox Phyre and R-90 soon joined them as they were escorted to there luxury cabin suite.
Mr. Gruk had informed them that Talia and Wrabbler were delayed due to the fact that the Kushiban did not have proper clearance for tranport as pet. Mr. Gruk assured them that Zhato Rem would take care of it.

Khorrahg'ga took the opportunity to try and get a signal through to his home back on Kashyyyk. Fortunately the luxury liner was not jammed and he was able to get connect. He managed to get in touch with his Grandfather who informed him that the Clone Troopers had turned on the Jedi. The Wookie defense force fought back and attempted to protect the Jedi. Master Yoda was able to make his escape, the wookie who were not killed in the battle were captured and martial law was put into effect. The Republic had been jamming all communications, and wookie resistance fighters had been trying to re-establish communications.
His grandfather advised him to stay safe and hopefully this would all be over soon and he could come back home.

Tizzit was worried that Talia was not her and summoned Mr. Gruk. He had informed them that Talia and Wrabbler were on another vessel that would be headed in the same direction. Zhato Rem had also sent some bodyguards to ensure they were safe and sound. Mr. Gruk established a video/comlink so they could verify that they were okay. For the next couple of days they enjoyed and all expense trip. R-90 even managed to make a few extra credits at the spa here. About a week into the voyage, Mr. Gruk had informed them that they would have dinner with him as they approached Loxley Station. As they sat having a pleasant meal, they were wondering what happened to Nox. In his usual fashion, Zhato had Mr. Gruk open the private dining room window that gave a great view of a nebula they were passing.....and the tethered body of Nox Phyre.
Tizzit clicked madly, but before anyone could protest Zhato let them know that Nox could not be trusted.
He was one of Zero's men. Zero had double crossed him, Nox got Zero involved......and that left a bad taste in his mouth. What was worse it seems that the former Captain was in on it too...playing both sides. So Zhato fired Nox, Mr. Gruk showing him to his new quarters out their in space. Zhato upset lost his appetite and excused himself. He let them know that this would be the last time they would see him. He was officially taking an extended leave of absence until the dust settled down. He let them know that Nox's captain had seemed to leave them with a ship. It was already loaded with their items and programmed with the coordinates to Loxley Station. He wished them luck and just left.
 

Stars Wars Saga Adventure Path - Episdode I "The Crystalline Heart" Part 02c

R-90, Aryn, and Oshua had finished there business with Kenner and headed back to the Barbary Coast to meet with the others. Zhato meanwhile was gracious enough to let his new "employees" think about his offer.
Either way they were in a big dilemma, they needed to get of Coruscant and quickly. Some decided to go shopping, while other decided to stay and enjoy what the Barbary Coast had to offer courtesy of Zhato.
Nox decided perhaps her could arrange transport, he knew of a guy who knew of a guy who knew of a guy who could possible get him a ship. So they made arrangements to meet a Hutt named Ziro within the hour.
The group was surprised when they  encountered the new an enhanced R-90. Kenner had used what was readily available and put together 4th Degree B1 Battle Droid frame with an BD-3000 Pleasure Droid Skin.
Kenner was able to incorporate all the interesting "components" that he found, and this customized frame had a more pronounced hood and trunk on more sturdier legs. It was also very shiny with hints of metallic red and polished steel. The only odd thing was the Kenner did not feel that he had to upgrade R-90's voice modulator. As he and the other were walking down to the Barbary Coast, he got many looks and even made some other BD's envious.

Nox let the others know that he had an individual they could meet and possible get a ship, one that would let them loose of Zhato's grip. They agreed to meet with Ziro in the lounge. It was something they did not quite expect, especially when they found out that Ziro managed to book himself a thirty minute set. Indeed this was the infamous Ziro the Hutt, a known criminal who was thought to have been assassinated sometime ago.
Ziro performed his cabaret number for the patrons at the lounge, all the while gaining valuable Intel on Nox and his friends. Ziro was a master manipulator, as he was entertaining his people were finding out everything about Nox and how much they were worth. Nox open up negotiations about getting a ship, but Ziro new they had nothing and were desperate. He also knew these were wanted men and their was a price on their heads. Sadly his informants also indicated that Zhato had him under protection. Ziro was just going to toy with them until he had a better handle on what to do. He knew he could make a few extra credits and stir some trouble by sending a holo-recording of  the meeting to Zhato. This would be fun for Ziro.......

As expected the meeting was a bust and the party retired for the night to one of the luxury suites. Over the next couple of day they relaxed and stayed in. The news was still going on about finding the terrorists responsible for the apparent murder of "Sam" and the slaughter of the Gobbers in the Hydro-Thermo junction. Concrete information was hard to as most of the data was corrupted, some even speculated there was inside help in this act of terrorism. Y'laxal was already under investigation, as the Gobbers were seen at several of her establishments. She commented that "The Nature of her clients business are their own. I am only her to facilitate in a manner to forget their troubles". Many seemed to believe these Gobbers were perhaps the same species of that of the former Master Yoda of the Jedi Temple. Their appearance was similar, and rumor began circulating that the Gobbers appearance and activity were proof of the Jedi's overall corruption and he was a puppet master from afar. Meanwhile R-90 had made a few credits on the side, trying out his new form, and he was quite popular.

After their rest Zhato had summoned them to his meeting room once again. This time however Ziro was their with him having a martini with the biggest grin on his face. Zhato was visibly, but coolly upset. With his usual style he lorded over the individuals in complete control. He was offended that he would be double crossed, Zhato had a code of his own that he upheld. All they were technically hostage, their were treated as guests in his establishment. He bought Nox's captain once again and executed on the spot as an example of what would happen if they betrayed him. He told them that his offered still stood, he wanted the Padawans lightsabers, but Oshua and the other talked him down in an exchange for a few Khyber crystals. As their bargain was struck he informed them the next day they would be leaving.

Zhato being who made a big announcement of his departure, he even dressed R-90 a bit up and made sure all the attention was on "her"...being the new star of Ziro show at the Barbary Coast. There was a convoy of enclosed vehicles ready to take the group and Zhato away. Zhato's vehicle of course had all the fish where he simple sat in and meditated as they left, and the Padawans joined him. The rest of the group was in the smaller vehicle ahead. Zhato had made arrangement for three convoys to be heading out from the Barbary Coast. Two headed through the backways and one went directly for the transport deck. The Gobbers had ambushed two of the Convoys. The one that made its way to the Transport Deck was attacked by a number of Scrap Droids and Gobbers. Zhato's attache's and female guards managed hold off most but were all killed in a devastating attack that made the Holonet News. The other one was followed to the rail transports, but not attacked at all. It eventually left to the upper level and the outskirts of the city to an abandoned industrial facility. Their Zhato had a BD-3000 were seen boarding a transport vessel. The Gobbers were gonna track an ambush the vessel once out of Republic Space. The last convey, heading to a warehouse district was ambushed by Gobbers, they took out the front driver. However even though they surrounded the convey they did not expect the Padawan Talia. Before anyone else could even re-act she took out 2/3 of the ambush forces. The people around on the crowded streets only can recall the explosion from the front vehicle then a series of flashes as Talia cut each Gobber down. Before the group could get off any second shot she managed to finish them all. They all quickly got into the final vehicle with Zhato and left to the warehouse.
It seems they escaped the Gobber ambush and were safely underway from the Republic.     

Stars Wars Saga Adventure Path - Episdode I "The Crystalline Heart" Part 02b

The group had decided quickly at what to do. They couldn't go back exactly as there probably were swarms of maintenance droids and who else checking out the extensive damage inadvertently caused by them. What was worse it was found out that Ana had been replying to e-mail about about a possible Jedi sympathizer spotted an hour ago on level 702, and she confirmed that they had made contact with not only her but also with the wanted sympathizer Padawan Aryn. Manager Ty Rhees office was now co-coordinating an Official Bounty if both individual were not bought in by Ana and Tizzit or the Gobber Gang. Ana had simply being corresponding and taking care of the minor tasks directed at them, after all they all signed up for he "Salvage Operation". Tizzit would have a serious discussion with Ana at some point, but right now they had to find a way out. Talia was very confident that all of them would be able to take them on. R-90 opened the doors and they began to defend themselves. Khorrahg'ga let out a fierce Wookie battle cry that intimidated many of the Gobbers, Tizzit began fire with the other joining in. Talia readied her lightsaber and went in for the attack. Her honed skill were no match for the Gobbers and almost a dozen of them fell to her relentless attacks. The gobbers lost so many of their number within seconds, and a small concussive grenade made short work of things. There was only one left.....and in an instant he was gone as they shot him down. They were after Talia, and know they new of Padawan Aryn as well. They pilled the bodies together in a funeral pyre, with Sam atop. Nox took out a flask of some of Sam's highly volitile liquor and poured it on him and set him on fire. It didn't help that most of the gobbers uniforms were stained with oil and alcohol too, but soon the piled smolder and they started making their way to the hangar.

As they walked the alarms sounded, alert that this area needed to be "evacuated" as a  fire was detected in Lower Level 2, Corridor C 47 Blue. Within moments a group of firefighter droid rushed on over to take care of the situation, ignoring the group. At this time Nox had contacted his captain and asked for him too meet up with him at the hanger. They needed to be "bailed" out of a situation again. The captain supposed that Sam had gotten into trouble again, that little Brodo Asogian was a great engineer....but horrible at gambling and drinking. The security monitors were recording everything from the hangar.
In a room deep with the Barbary Coast, Zhato Rem was kept  apprised of the situation. He saw this group deal with over two dozen members of the Gobber Gang. He had Mr. Stalz run encryption and re-route the feeds from the cameras at the Hangar around Corridor C 47 Blue. No need for Ty Rhees to know about this as he had some new plans.
Within half an hour Nox contacted his captain, asking what the hold up was. Apparently the power outage on Level 2 and now fire had cause some problems in entering the lower level within the sector and all traffic for his size ship was being diverted or delayed. They would have to make there way to a hangar on level 716 were they could meet up. The only was was to go back to  level 702 and make there way through Dollatree.

When they arrived at Dollatree and made their way through the red light district blending in as best as possible. Fortunately for them everyone was distracted by the news being shown. It appears that the cause for the power disruption and hydraulic issues was because of some attack by terrorist forces deep within Coruscant. There was footage being shown of a pile bodies that were smoldering, and the reports were unable to identify what species they were. Atop of it was a Brodo Asogian, ashen white and charred.
The droid footage captured the being stand up and yell out in pain, it's neck extending upwards, it eyes wide open, it put its hands up in the air, and waddle in horror and confusion. It slipped on the pile of bodie and caught fire again. The footage looped as "Sam" was running back and forth with his hands up in the air on fire, his neck swaying and shrieking until he finally hit the wall and was unconscious. Most of the people were shocked and could not look away. Some feed were already poking fun at the morbid, yet comical incident. 
Distracted by Tizzit reaction to the footage being shown, several women that worked for Zhato Rem approached them easily.
His "Attaches" had kindly informed that the group was invited to the Barbary Coast, and that Mister Rem would like to see them. The other having an idea of what this meant headed over. R-90 though wished to go see Kenner for some personal upgrades. Aryan and Oshua would accompany them too.

R-90 had no trouble find Kenner's secret workshop. At first the door droid would not let him in as an unidentified organic was with him. Yet eventually they got the door open and pass the door droid. R-90 entered the familiar conveyor belt with Aryn in tow and arrived in Kenner's workshop. As before there were piles and piles of droid parts everywhere. Kenner was busy at work making repairs and working on his "Action Figures". R-90 quickly explained he was in trouble and needed to be transferred into a new vessel.
Kenner agreed to do it for all the credit R-90 had available, plus for some reason he felt influence to help with such a costly venture. R-90 was worried, but Aryn said he and Oshua would help out and make sure things went well. R-90's AI was put in a virtual reality simulator designed by Kenner's wife Ea. There R-90 lived his life as an avatar in a game based off the "Knights of the Old Republic" Oshua revealed to Kenner that he was an Iron Knight, and order that originated from the Jedi her on Coruscant but were outcasts. Decades ago Master Aqinos had discovered that non-organic crystalline shards were sentient lifeforms on the planet of Orax. He further found out that they were force sensitive creatures, and helped them interact with the world by placing them with droids. He even taught them how to master the force. When he was bought his discover to the Jedi Council, they were shocked an outrage as they found out that he was basically teaching "droids" how to use the force and that was dangerous. Master Aqinos again tried to explain that the force dwelt within all life, and the universe itself has a few surprises for us as we determine what is and what isn't a sentient lifeform. Needless to say he was cast out. Master Oshua was sent to keep tabs on the Jedi Order for Master Aqinos, after all how would suspect a "Khyber" crystal in the vaults?
Kenner, like Master Aqinos believed that droids were a sentient life form, and he was a A.I. sympathizer.
Many of the droids who socialized seemed to develop their own personalities, even among the simple labor droids you could see preferences developing. Oshua also needed a body for mobility so he helped Kenner give R-90 a new body, as well as construct one for himself using the force. Oshua's expertise in droids, and with Kenner and Aryn to assist they would be done in no time.

Meanwhile the rest of the group met up with Zhato Rem in his secret room. There he told them that he has had need of them and they it would be in their best interest to help. He began playing footage of R-90 killing spree with Sam, he played footage of the Gobber chasing Talia, and more footage of the incident in the corridor. When thing got tense as Nox attempted to negotiate, Wrabbler attempted to use the force to persuade Zhato. However, that only allowed Zhato a clear path for him to show Wrabbler worst fear. Whoever Zhato was he was a powerful force user, one who knew were the wind was blowing. His secret room kept him hidden for only so long, and someone was hunting the Jedi. His spies had told him a few things, and however was hunting the Jedi....even for a moment if he was discovered.....he knew they would view everything he built...and who he was a potential and deadly threat. He needed to get of Coruscant....just like the Padawans here. Still trying negotiate, Zhato played his trump card and bought out Captain Skarpithio. Nox's captain knew who Zhato was and had dealt with him before. His crew had no idea that they had sometime worked for the "Black Sun". Zhato seemed to clearly have them in his grasp.     

Star Wars Adventure Path: Holonet New 04

Fashion News

Lyla Fontane reporting from level 702 of the The Dollatree Block. I am here at the Barbary Coast with none other than Ziro the Hutt. As many of you know Ziro was the talk of Coruscant a few years back, a very successful nightclub known as "Ziro's Place" and it seems the death was greatly was greatly exaggerated.

If anyone of you had the chance to go to his club back in the, it was the talk of the town with dancing, great music, and some of the best drinks served ever in my opinion. You have no idea how many times I blacked out....hahahahaha...strange places I woke up in and I have some stories believe you me!
So tell us, Ziro, Your Highness, Master of the Hutt Clan of Seven Systems what is the lastet scoop! My readers, and I Lyla Fontane one of your biggest fans want to know!

Ziro the Hutt: OH LYLA, you must do tell me those stories that you can remember. Trust me and I will fill you in on some of the details you may be hazy upon girl. Once your were on a roll it was a PARTY TRAIN. HAHAHAHAHAHA....but seriously Lyla, may I call you Lyla......(sighs... takes a deep breath).

"I wanna be where the people are..... I wanna see... wanna see 'em dancing..... Walking around on those
(Sighs longingly)....What do you call 'em? Oh, feet.

Up where they walk, up where they run.... Up where they stay all day in the sun ..... Wandering free... (Sighs and a tear) ... Wish I could be part of that world

Wiggling your tail you don't get to far....  Legs are required for jumping, dancing ..... Strolling along down a
(Hazy whimsical thought).. What's that word again? Street...

(Bravely and tenderly) What would I give..... (sadly) if I could live..... (and with deep longing) part of your worlddddddddddd"

No but an all seriousness, I am a sad little hutt. I may be all smile on the outside, but my trouble run deep on the inside. No body knows how hard it is to be Ziro. How exhausting it is to be me. I preform all my own songs, all original compositions (whispers at least the one I bought the right too), and I do my own make up and costumes. I simply do it for the love of my fans. Putting on a brave face (Sighs). Anyways I have to prove to Sy Snootles, that little back stabber, that I am still the better performer. Do you know that I even poured out my heart soul fer her, getting her working in the finest facilities on Nal Hutta. I seriously do understand the things she says about me, shooting me in the chest, and then sleeping with....(gagging) Max Rebo. I don't know what was worse Lyla (sniffs) my good name drugged through the mud by that horrible senator from NA-DOO-DOO or my sweet lovely Snootles...(sniffles and bagging his chest) shooting me right......(crying).... here.

Lyla  Fontane: (Sniffles) Oh Ziro, Ziro, my darling Ziro.....you have been through much. Such a sad say tale of tragedy and triumph. So tell us some good news. Please lets lighten the mood. What are you planning?

Ziro the Hutt: (Impishly) Well Lyla.... GIRL you can't just believe the luck I had. I won this game of Gam-Gam Gossa Fo and I am know the proud owner of the Barbary Coast!!!! (Girlish Screams of Joy).

I AM RE-NAMING IT, "ZIRO BY THE COAST"

So I am promoting my new hotel and casino aboard the Star Cruiser, the "Anahiem Princess". Zhato Rem, and he is such good people, there is nothing wrong you can say about that man. such a saint and a pillar of the community. You know he donates to charity and is the only one keeping law on the lower levels. Such a....oh listen to me go on about that man.... he just gives me the vapors.

Lyla  Fontane: Well there you have it people. Ziro is back in town and I assume will be re-decorating. We will be joining him as a guest aboard the Anaheim Princess, were I am sure we will get more details on "Ziro by the Coast".  I myself am first in line.

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A flavorful Rodian dish, a favorite of mine, the Green Goddess. This delectable recipe was requested by one of my loyal viewers...Khorrragghhaaa or is it Krooooooooghhaaaaa... I am so sorry if my "orrrrr" and "ghaaaas" are wrong, but the language does not roll of my tongue that easily. For that my loyal view we will be sending you a year membership to the sausage of the month club! Rodians have a simple diet to most,  whether it is fresh Galma or a good old fashioned Vakiir Scramble. This comfort is sure to warm that tummy up.

We are using fresh baby spinach and parsley for this recipe. If you want, you can use defrosted frozen spinach, about 1 cup, and skip the blanching in step 1.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces baby spinach
• 1 bunch parsley, tough stems removed, about 1 cup packed of leaves
• 1/2 pound (2 cups) dry elbow macaroni pasta
• Salt for pasta water
• 1 Tbsp cream
• 3 Tbsp butter
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 3 Tbsp flour
• 2 1/2 cups milk
• 1 1/2 cups shredded white sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon herbs de provence (or dry tarragon or Italian herb mix)
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce and/or 2 finely chopped anchovies
• 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Salt to taste

Stars Wars Saga Adventure Path - Episdode I "The Crystalline Heart" Part 02a

Imperial Press Corp Field Report......
Suspected Anti-Republic Group Activity: R-90, Khorrahg'ga, Tizzit/Ana, Sam, Nox Phyre, Padawan Talia (Human Jedi), and Padawan Wrabbler (Kushiban).
Death: Sam

The group had met up with Aryn, and he led them back to a small maintenance room behind the elevator on level 2. Aryn had been hiding here for a few weeks, it was safe and far away from prying eyes. Level three was full of scrapper droids, and at least there was a food dispenser that he got some nourishment bars and water from. Although he was hesitant with these strangers, Oshua had given him the okay, after all the Brodo Asogian with the group was force sensitive and seemed to have a good heart.

Aryn once again went over what had happened, an intruder came into the Jedi Temple, all temple guards were dispatched. Then other Jedi Knights and Masters started to intervene. The Temple went on lock down, and Master Ichael and Master Nu told Aryn to stay within the Archives as they went to deal with the issue. As Aryn was trying to secure and encrypt the files, he heard Oshua's voice. Oshua told him of the gravity of the intruder and directed him to the Vault of the Crystals. On the way there he passed the intruder, and was horrified what he saw. The intruder was none other than Master Skywalker, the hallway littered with the bodies of Jedi and Padawans alike. When he got to the vault, he found a floating crystal directing other Padawans to take some Khyber Crystals. This was Oshua, Aryn was the last Padawan left alive in the temple and directed him to flee. Oshua would use the force to keep him undetected.

Meanwhile back on level 702, Padawan Talia was doing her best to be remain undetected on the lower levels gathering supplies. She had gotten wind of the civil project for "Salvage and Recovery" work offered by the republic. It seems that they were sponsoring a "Transponder Initiative", along with a salvaging operation, and searching for possible Separatists sympathizers and Jedi affiliated refugees. She decided to check it out in hopes that she could get more information on what exactly happened at the Jedi Temple. She was starting her Tests for the Jedi Knighthood, when the attack happened. Fortunately for her she missed that intruder, and when she came out she could sense the slaughter that was taking place. She could hear one Jedi that told her to "RUN", and she didn't hesitate. She knew that he wasn't one to run, and if he reached out and told her....then this attack was dire.
While poking around, she found the typical information that was given by the Imperial Press Corp and Holonet, that an unknown assailant attacked the temple and that the Republic was reaching out to those affiliated with the temple to come forward so they could seek 'support'. What she didn't realize was that a number of bounty hunters, pirates, and other nasty individuals signed up knowing full well that this was a "Separatist" and "Jedi" hunt.  The gobber Lyxalwaxal, head of the Dogslicer Gang, was just reading the wanted list and explaining to his gang who they were hunting when she happened to pass by.

Lyxalwaxal motioned his gang to follow her, with the efficiency of a pack of hungry rats they scattered and disperse in the crowd following her and directing her to an easy spot for ambush. Talia's Jedi instincts kicked in, she could sense she was being followed. The best bet was to get of this level and find a defensive position. The industrial left would be the perfect place and she quickly made her way there. When she got there, she pressed the button, but it seems the lift was stuck on level 2. Just her luck, the 42 gobbers surrounded her with swords and pistols at the ready. As they advanced forward and went in for the kill she whipped out her lightsaber and turned to the elevator doors. She quickly made an opening and kicked the metal panel. It was a long drop by four maintenance droids were floating down to fix an issue. Looking at her option she jumped and managed to position herself on one comfortable as it descended. The gobbers piled up by the opening, shooting widely in frustration, a couple were even pushed in by there fellows and they plummeted some 700 levels to their deaths. She had a long way to go and hopefully could find a safe landing.

Back with the group and Aryn, it seems trouble was afoot. You see Brodo Asogian physiology is kinda odd. Medical experts really don't know if they are just really susceptible to waterborne microbes or human children's immune system. Sam began to become deathly ill, his skin began to peel and started turning white. His voice was more raspy than usually and the glow of his heart started to fluctuate and dim. Before he passed out, the last words he said was "Sammmmmm, Hommmmmmmmme???" Tizzit concerned of her friend did her best to diagnose what was wrong with Sam, she clicked madly trying to figure out what was wrong in a panic. Ana explained that it Sam may have gotten a waterborne contagion here and needed medical attention right away. Nox assumed that the heavy drinking and smoking of his engineer friend had finally gotten to him.
Unbeknownst to many, Sam was a lightweight and a heavy drinker. He also picked up the habit of smoking and playing cards. R-90 would stay with Aryn, and he suggested that they could use the maintenance shaft behind them. It may lead to another level. Tizzit insisted they leave immediately and head up. As they got to the elevator Tizzit and the group encounter Talia who was just coming from the top of the elevator hatch. Tizzit and Ana quickly explained they had a medical emergency and needed to get topside immediately. Khorrahg'ga went to remove his "Rod of Elevator Holding". Unfortunately the elevator was now no longer in service. The door being stuck for more than a couple of minutes had put in a routine service call to maintenance droids. Two bodies had fall from floor 702 and splattered all over the top of the elevator, alerting the maintenance droid of a further issue of impact of unknown origin. The maintenance droid were already performing a diagnostic. Fortunately Nox, Aryn, and R-90 made there way up as there was a lot of commotion. R-90 figured he could easily fix the issue and override the diagnostic protocol and convince the maintenance droids it was ok. However his subroutine maneuver made the droids feel very uncomfortable and they fled in addition to a complete systems failure on Level 2. The power was completely out except for the emergency lights within the elevator. Khorrahg'ga decided to fix the problem in the time and true fashion of wookie engineer, and he rammed the control panel. Not only did he manage to get the power back on to the entire level, the elevator free from its diagnostic mode,  but also all doors and hatches could be heard opening. The sound of thousands of gallons of water rushing toward them was imminent. Everyone ran to the elevator and found that the control were completely smashed.

Aryn reminded them again that there was another hallway just beyond his safe room secured by another manual hatch. R-90 insisted that they make their way there while he attempted to do what he could. R-90 risked his existence trying to close the doors. At first the sub-routines to access the system would not work, but he tried again and managed to identify the valves that were open. He was able to first shutdown the coolant systems, all the hot water was now being diverted to the proper tubes. He tried again and this time managed to properly regulate the flow of basic water supply and re-route the greywater. He managed to the flooding of the entire level, and even got the diagnostic and maintenance system online for ventilation, re-distributing pressure to the proper levels. He then headed to the rest of the party. As they walked along as fast as possible, R-90 attempted to get his location details from another dataport. Khorrahg'ga familiar with ships operation figured as long as they follow the yellow pipes they should find a way out....and sure enough a yellow pipe ran along the ceiling. R-90 managed to find their location, he informed them that a cargo platform and bay were a head as well as a service lift as well. No one that they were being trailed being someone in the vents. Another Padawan who was in hiding was Wrabbler. All the noise and activity attracted him to this vicinity, as well as a disturbance in the force. A tiny ripple of someone who was dying close by.
He watched as a group of being were carrying a small member of their party who seemed deathly ill. As they got to a T-Section and a blaster door they stopped as R-90 was attempting to open the doors. That is when Padawan Wrabbler introduced himself and explained who he was. He felt a disturbance and see if he could ease Sam pain. He went up to touch Sam, Sam's eyes suddenly opened wide his heart began to grow strongly and then just suddenly went out. Sam had discarded the last of his life force as he slipped into a deathly unconsciousness. Tizzit and Ana were shaken over the death of their little friend. Nox said if they could get to the bay, he could contact his captain and get them all out of here. It was just a matter of open he doors and getting to the Cargo bay on this level. As they opened the doors they were completely surprised by the 32 gobbers lined up to shoot them, R-90 quickly closed door as there was an obvious problem in getting out. The sounds of the gobbers could be heard shooting their junkblaster at the door in frustration and banging on it. Some unlucky gobbers were hit by the deflected laser from the blast door, and that is when their leader began taking apart the control panel.

Star Wars Adventure Path: Holonet News 03

An Important Reminder from the Imperial Press Corps

Citizens of the Republic, keep in mind that for the safety and security of the Republic that Trade and Travel Restrictions are currently enforced to the following system worlds. Please have all documentation on hand for verification and inspection. We expect your full co-operation, and apologize for any delays and disruption this may cause.

CORE SYSTEMS
Cato Neimoidia - Nemodian
Devoran - Devoranian
Kellux - Nemodian
Mooga - Moogan

Expansion Region Systems
Kiros - Togruta
Umbara - Umbaran

Inner Rim Region Systems
Antar 4 - (Gotal, Gossam, Koorivar)
Kooriva - Koorivar
Onderon (Bivall, Human, Ithorian, Twi'lek)
Yag'Dhul - Givin

Mid-Rim Region Systems
Falleen - Falleen
Kashyyyk - Wookie
Ruusan - Listing Post

Outer Rim Regions Systems
Agamar - Human
Akiva - Akivan (Abednedo, Besalisk, Human, Ithorian, Koorivar, Sullustan, and Uugteen)
Dathomir - (Dathomirian and Zabrak)
Felucia - Felucian
Florrum - (Weequay, Nikto, Bith, and Jawa)
Geonosis - Geonosians
Iego - (Angel, Human, Ithorian, Kajain'sa'Nikto, Quarren, and Rodian)
Kadavo- Zygerrian
Karkaris - Karkarodon
Kaller - Kalleran
Mandalore - Human
Mahranee - Mahran
Merj - Morseerian
Millius Prime - Angel
Mon Cala - Quarren
Muunilinst - Muun   
Murkhana - (Aqualish, Chagrian, Gossam, Gran, Human, Koorivar, and Sugi)
Mygeeto - Lurmen
Raxus - Raxian (Gossams, Humans, and Siniteen)
Rodia - Rodian
Ryloth - Twi'lek
Scipio - Muun
Serenno - Human
Sullust - Sullusti (Human)
Utapau - Pau'an, Utai (Amani, Sug)
Vallt - Vallti
Vanqor - Gundark
Zanbar - Human
Zygerria - Zygerrian

Keep in mind that many systems are quarantined, designated as "Battle Zones" and "Separatists" sites of interest. Those locations are marked with sensor beacons, and are deemed unsafe for travel until further notice. These designated areas are patrolled by Republic Forces, and entry into such areas is a Republic Offense.

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