Chapter 1

Reborn

"Today is a new age for the Alliance my brothers!"

- Lord Thäne to the members of the alliance.


Odessen – Alliance HQ

Lord Thäne was almost surprised at the reaction of the soldiers and whilst Thäne knew he had been gone for this galaxy he wasn't sure of an exact number. Perhaps centuries… Perhaps more, but to know that the soldiers of the alliance were still loyal to his cause was enough.

It was only through Valkorion's power that they had lived this long. The old man spent his life grabbing for immortality, which eventually he did achieve, but not in a form that he found most desirable. It was because of the betrayal of his son, Arcann, that instead of physical immortality he became a voice and a source of power within Lord Thäne, eventually he and Thäne were able to grow eachothers power enough that the power was used it didn't just halt the aging of themselves but the entire Alliance. They had no regrets in doing this, but the power usage that went into it became the reason of going into the meditative sleep.

Out of respect Thäne smiled slightly and returned the salute. One of the soldiers wearing the distinct white armour of a Republic Trooper spoke up, his heavy republic accent was incredibly obvious. "My Lord, I recommend you make your way to the central complex, the others must learn of your return." With that both Republic and Imperial soldiers of the Alliance bowed their head slightly and stepped to Thäne's side, taking a ceremonial march formation.

Thäne thought to himself as he exited through the door, on his way to make his return known to all. So this is it, my grand return… Time to see how this turns out…

On the approach to the central citadel, Thäne was joined by more and more of his old Brothers in Arms, each one bowing their heads before falling into formation, by the time he reached the Alliance Citadel at least a thousand soldiers had taken up formation, a mass of black and white armoured warrior stood before him as he made his way up the rooms stairs.

The citadel was larger than it was when he went into his sleep. The entire base had increased in size. Great supports reached 60 meters into the air. The walls were of pure dark grey steel with a glossy look to them, similar to that of many starship interiors. The floor was jet black and reflective, the design copied that of a Sith Star Destroyer's hanger. The entire room was scattered with consoles, holo-projectors, the many officers of the Alliance had stopped their tasks to look upon the gather, their stern faces taking on grins of hope and surprise.

None doubted who stood before them, his appearance was distinct from any other in the room. Thane stood at a massive height of 6 ½ ft. His build was one of power and intimidation, Thänes skin was a tanned, but his face that is what made him so visible within a crowd, he had a deep scar across his right eye, the eye itself was undamaged though. That same eye was tattooed with a great red ring that had a red stripe passing from his jawline to a point just below his hairline. The man's hair was jet back and swept to the right neatly his facial hair was just neat black stubble. First glance would make him appear as one to be feared, one who was young, brash and violent. This was not so, this man was wise, confident and honorable. But he was far too trusting and would regularly risk his life and his sanity or even jeopardize a mission simply to save another.

He stood before his brothers and sisters in arms and prepared himself, he heard the Alliance communications open and knew it was time to begin.

"Brothers… and Sisters of the Alliance…" Thäne's face became stern and he took hold of the metal bars of the platform.

"For hundreds of years you have served this alliance awaiting my return…"

"Today is that day, a new step for the alliance in this Galaxy, I may be unaware of the happenings in recent years but not you."

"My awakening was not without reason… Many of you would not be surprised of this"

"Someone or something has felt my presence echo through the force and has arrived on this world."

"I felt the arrival of the being and know not of its intentions."

"Whatever happens now will be decided by our strength and will." With that Thäne let go of the metal bars and raised an arm into the air, pointing towards the banner of the alliance on that.

"We were formed under that symbol, it is a symbol of allegiance and honour, freedom and power!"

"Under that same symbol we will remain strong! The Galaxy can do nothing to change that!"

"Today is a new age for the Alliance my brothers!" and with that he finished, a great sense of pride filled him after this speech and all those around him echoed with cheers of praise and eternal glory.

Note: Sorry it's so short but when I wrote it with the extra content it felt like far to much was going on. I'm right in the middle of end of year exam right now.