A tall woman stood at a podium, gazing over a handful of children who barely filled the first row of the auditorium.
"Good afternoon, hopeful padawans. Welcome to the Jedi Academy on Coruscant. Every single one of you has been been chosen because you have a special talent, something that sets you apart from the rest of the galaxy. A talent you share with the rest of us here."
The woman smiled.
"All of you have an affinity with the Force. The Force that binds, that connects, that is imbued in every fiber of our being. At the Academy, you will learn to become one with it and become a protector of every innocent soul."
"You will find that everything good in this life is worth protecting."
A tall, thin Jedi behind her shifted impatiently. His name was Jayreun Laeris. A highly polished lightsaber hung at his side.
"And now, you will meet your master. The Jedi who will guide you and instruct you in the ways of the Force."
Soon, one youngling remained.
"Redrid Milsej!"
A young Kage stood up.
"Your master is Jayreun Laeris."
Redrid looked up at Jayreun. His bright pink eyes flashed black for a split second.
"Padawans, you are dismissed. Go get to know each other and your masters, and settle down in your rooms. Your training will begin tomorrow."