A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...

STAR WARS

EPISODE II:

ATTACK OF THE CLONES

The galaxy is in turmoil once again. The recently elected CHANCELLOR PALPATINE bans the TRADE FEDERATION from ever conducting business in Republic territory as reparation for their invasion of Naboo.

COUNT DOOKU meanwhile is in the outer rim rallying planets and corporations to the Trade Federation. With the large amount of protest, the GALACTIC REPUBLIC hosts the count in an attempt to negotiate with him and people loyal to him.

Will there be compromise or will everything escalate to war...

Over the atmosphere of Coruscant, the traffic is busy as any usual day of the planetary city. A small maroon shuttle begins its descent into the atmosphere directly into the midday sun of the Government District.

Several news cast employees surround the street Chancellor Palpatine stood on with his usual welcoming smile.

"Today on Republic Holonet News, today we're recording live Count Dooku, the leader of the pro-capitalist movement to meet up with the Chancellor. And there's his shuttle as it touches down. The Republic Guard is surrounding, usual security protocol. There he is in his Serenno attire. He walks forward to greet the Chancellor. He shakes his hand, they both seem in good spirits."

"Chancellor Palpatine, it's an honor."

The Naboo politician replies, "Not as much as it is for me to acknowledge the will of the people."

"I'm glad we're coming to an understanding already."

Then suddenly the shuttle behind gets demolished by an incoming rocket followed by a green laser beam piercing the Count's shoulder and into Palpatine's chest. Everyone was screaming as the guards react quickly by dragging the two into a nearby building.

"It appears that somebody was trying to assassinate both Count Dooku and the Chancellor! We'll get back after these commercials."

Within the Jedi Temple is a large open space with surrounding walkways one level above. On the bottom level various Jedi could be seen practicing with their students of lightsaber combat, including both a twenty year old Anakin and a much wiser Obi-Wan.

"Remember Anakin, the key to using your weapon is becoming the weapon. Sense the weapon and make it part of you."

"You said that for at least 4 years, Master."

"And I'll keep saying it until you better your form."

"My form is fine.", the padawan says through frustration

"If you say so." The older Jedi smirks as he easily slashes his student's weapon from his hand, but Anakin uses the Force to get out back only for Obi-Wan to catch it.

"That's not right, Master."

"Anakin, the enemy won't be so merciful as to give you a lecture of using your weapon veggie and giving it back to you. This is your life."

He places the hilt into the Padawan's hand.

"If you're to restore balance to the Force, I hope your lightsaber skills get better."

"They will master." Anakin follows Obi-Wan up the stairs as the Jedi Knight heads towards the West Wing of the temple where his quarters would be. Then Anakin stops, "I'll be with you master, I just need to pick some laundry."

Obi-Wan waves a dismissive hand, "You're off for today. Just be at the same spot tomorrow at 900 hours."

"Thank you, Master."

Anakin walks casually down the hall while Obi-Wan enters their quarters. He then proceeds into the laundry chute.

Obi-Wan enters the quarters to look over at the holoscreen they left on. He sees in bold letters at the bottom of the screen ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT!

"It appears that Dooku's shuttle was destroyed, but also the Chancellor and Dooku were shot. It remains a mystery who would want those two dead, but many political analysts blame Naboo citizens still bitter about the invasion five years ago while many others are claiming political rivals against Palpatine. Even then, it's odd why an assassination would be logical."

The Jedi grunts and rolls his eyes, "More political strife."

"Obi-Wan."

He hears the voice, "Qui-Gon?"

Suddenly a blue spirit looking like his former master enters the room.

"Obi-Wan, you will go to the Kamino system. There you will see Jango Fett."

The Jedi asks, "You mean the former General?"

"I will not tell you why, the Force will guide you to the answer. Inform the Council."

The spirit disappears which makes Obi-Wan feel uneasy. Should he ignore it, no but why would he go to some planet he never heard of. No matter, he shall inform the Council immediately...

Finally, I started Episode II!