Lengths

by Nexavus

This is a work-in-progress story that is in extremely early stages. The story will be centered around character development and action. Bounty hunter Ciba Nalli is out to find an antidote for an ailing Riyo Chuchi, her former Senator. She must go to great lengths in order to save her friend and join the Rebel Alliance to put an end to the Empire. T for language, violence, & themes.

Blue skin shimmered in the hot sun of the deserts of Tatooine as a masked figure approached the palace of the mighty Hutt, Jabba. The character stood approximately 1.6 meters tall, and looked to weigh near 52 kilograms. The slender figure stepped up to the identifier of the palace. A mechanical sphere protruded from the enormous front doors to examine the mysterious character attempting to gain entrance to the palace of such an important figure on Tatooine.

"State your name and business," ordered the scrutinizing sphere, continuing to look over the blue-skinned bandit. Finally, the figure removed their hood.

"My name is Ciba Nalli of Pantora," the bounty hunter announced. "I was sent here by former senator Riyo Chuchi to speak with Jabba the Hutt. My employer has important business to discuss with him." Ciba stepped forward as the gargantuan doors opened, followed by two hulking Gamorrean guards wielding axes large enough to cleave Ciba in half. Ciba's white hair gleamed in the dim lighting of the ratty palace floor. Finally, Ciba removed her cloak to reveal her female form.

Jabba greeted her as she approached. Achuta. Kee chai chai cun kuta? "The mighty Jabba welcomes you, but asks what business you have here."

Bowing, Ciba introduced herself to the great Hutt. "I am Ciba Nalli of Pantora. I was once a personal guard of senator Riyo Chuchi, whom I am sure you are familiar with. Since the dissolution of the Republic, I have been her undercover agent throughout the galaxy. Now, in a time of dire need, she calls out to you for assistance." She drew a cigarra from her vest pocket as Jabba spoke in his native language of Huttese. The protocol droid began its translation as she took a long draw from the smoking cylinder.

"The mighty Jabba understands that Senator Chuchi is in dire circumstances, but regrets to inform you that he is unable to provide any assistance at this time. He has also requested that you leave. Immediately."

Ciba crushed the cigarra in her fist. "You slimy bastard!" She unholstered her blaster, directing it towards the Hutt. "You sleemo! You owe Riyo for selling her out to pirates two cycles ago. Pay your debts or you I can send you to hell right this instant." Gamorrean squeals echoed through the main palace room at the sight of the blaster directed at Jabba.