Chapter 1- A New Dawn Falls
As dawn arose, an older man woke up and donned his robes. But these weren't any robes, as they were common to see a Jedi wearing. Thus one would naturally assume that this was a Jedi. There was a truth in that, but also there was falsehood. You see, this man was once a Jedi, but due to events that reside in the past and should remain in the past, he is no longer a member of the Order. In fact, there was no Order as it had been destroyed in a civil war between the Jedi and the Sith. This Civil War had ended recently, but this did not make this Grey Jedi, as Jedi of his status were called, any happier. For he feared of a new war in the horizon, one even worse than the previous.
After a quick bite to eat, he proceeded to another's room to check if the owner had wakened. He had not. A little bit of anger began rising in him, but, remembering his training, he pushed it down. Though this man was no longer of Jedi status, he still made a point to follow their teachings. It was especially important that he do this since he was training the person who resided in this room.
Deciding not to wake him, he walked outside for a breath of fresh air. As he stood outside, he observed at length this planet he had secluded himself to. This was a more arid-like little world of houses few and far apart. A city lay a few miles west of his little home. A forest lay behind the house. These factors suited the man nicely. He had nearby access to a city without having to live close to it or in it. And it had a spaceport, very important for emergencies. Beyond that city lay a few estates but the buildings on this side were smaller. In fact his house was the smallest of them all, as Jedi do not need material possessions. And he had a forest for privacy when he or the boy in the house trained.
Perhaps before I go any further, I should mention some things about this man. His name is Beluega Halcyon, and he has graying dark brown hair. He is of the humanoid species, with very little difference between him and the boy inside, who was a human. One way he is not is by his ears, which have a unique shape to them. He is a Grey Jedi because of the fact that he tends to do things against the Council's wishes. He is living on the planet Tritus, near the outer rim. This planet has one moon of immense size, as it is larger than most. Beluega, deciding that the time was right, sat down in a nearby grove that had developed nearby in the forest and began to meditate.
This is where his apprentice found him a little later. He stood quietly, not wanting to disturb his master. One feels that it is time to tell you about this young man. As I said earlier, he is a human, with short black hair similar to the rare jewel, Molititeus. Hazel eyes are contained in his skull, and a small nose protruded out in between them. He wore a Jedi robe like his master, but of a slightly different style and making. A training lightsaber hung at his belt and the boy lightly held his hand over it, expecting his master to suddenly test his reflexes by jumping up and sparring against him. This is Jenck Rengaw, an agile but strong Jedi apprentice of twelve who has never been to any Jedi Council or been instructed under multiple teachers, as the traditional Jedi would have.
After a good deal of waiting, Halcyon said, "You have a lot of patience, that's good. You'll need that."
"Yes, Master," was the response to this.
"I told you we were going to have an early sparring lesson, Jenck," said his master, scolding.
"I am sorry Master; I was in the middle of a strange but interesting dream."
"Anything worth telling?"
"No, Master," said Jenck, lying. Beluega, catching the lie, says,
"One must always tell the truth, apprentice."
"But what if it puts others in danger?"
"Then one must look to one's conscience to find the answer."
"Yes, Master. The dream was of my childhood and things before. I saw the recent history of the Jedi, you know with the Mandalorian Wars and the Civil War. Then the dream proceeded to the death of all the Jedi on Miraluka. Then I saw my early childhood, the placing of me under the protection of a kind lady and the development of my powers."
"I still believe you are lying, Jenck, but we will discuss this matter later. For now, let us focus on the matter of your training. Now, prepare yourself!"
Thus was the method of teaching Beluega Halcyon used on his pupil: A rule to reinforce everything he taught. Some would think his way of teaching was strange or harsh, making the student remember all these rules, but to Halcyon, this method was perfect. So then a sparring match issued, with shouts of encouragement here and a rule or two there. Jenck was an extraordinary pupil, quick to learn everything Beluega taught him and careful not to forget anything. He spends much of the day reviewing what he has been taught. Also, he tended to learn things fast, so Halcyon sometimes found he had to step up his game quicker than normal. But how can Jenck not learn the ways of the Force so fast, since his connection to the Force is higher than any his age, due partly to the large number of midichorians residing within him?
Soon their sparring match ended, and on good spirits. "Very good, Jenck. Very good. You have great potential." Beluega was saying. "Now, about that matter earlier. I want to know what you haven't told me."
"How did my parents die?"
"Don't change the subject. You already know that I cannot say."
"Why not? Is it because you do not know, or you do not want to tell me?"
"It is best to leave this matter for later. I, uh, I..." his voice trails off, as he collapses onto the ground.
Jenck was at his side in an instant. "Master! Are you alright?"
"No, I am not. I feel as if something terrible is about to happen." Halycon forced himself into a sitting position." Please, you'd better practice your exercises while I meditate on this."
"Yes Master."
A few days later, Jenck and Beluega are studying Jedi text from one of the few holocrons Halcyon has in his possession. "..A Jedi does not cheat, steal or lie. That is one of the most important rules a Jedi must learn. These things lead to the Dark Side. And that is all the lessons I have for this holocron. My lessons continue on the next one."
Jenck asks, "What is the Dark Side, exactly Master?"
"The Dark side is the half of the Force that represents and aids those who do ill intentions. It is what the Sith and Dark Jedi turn to for their power. There is something one must always remember when dealing with the dark side. This path is seductive and easy. But it is not the right path. If you seek goodness and nobleness, the true things of the Jedi way, then the dark side is not for you. But if you seek power, wealth and cruelty then you will find it there. Which is it that you seek, apprentice?"
"Well, I have no need for wealth or power, so I definitely do not want to join the darkness."
"Good"
[Possibly cut this long talking section, continue with this]
"How did my parents die?"
Halycon sighed, knowing he could not escape the question forever, "I did not wish to tell you this, but they were murdered."
"Murdered?" Jenck says, shocked.
"I'm afraid so. A Lord of the Dark Side, Darth Nihilus, mass murdered hundreds of Jedi at Miraluka. You already know this, but what you didn't know was that your parents were among them."
Anger swelling up, Jenck shouted out, "Then I swear, on my parents' grave, that I will kill this man!"
A stern look fell upon Halcyon's face. "You just told me you did not want to join the dark side. But here you are, swearing to kill. Remember the words of Jedi Master Dorak that you just heard. Anger leads to the Dark Side. Besides your revenge would bear no fruit, as this dark lord is already dead."
"Then I will seek out the other Sith and destroy them!"
"If you feel that way, then I am afraid I can no longer teach you. You must learn on your own to control your anger. I-" Just then he feels a presence through the Force. "Oh no. He found me! Come we must leave this planet before it's too late!"
Halcyon steps outside and notices a capital class ship above the planet. A large transport ship had landed nearby and out stepped a Dark Jedi, lightsaber raised. Noticing Beluega, he shouts "Over there! Set weapons to kill but leave the old man to me!" Jenck, noticing the red lightsaber, jumps on his master's speeder and guns the engine before Halcyon could stop him.
Beluega says, chasing after him "No Jenck! You are not fully trained! You don't stand a chance!"
But, of course, by this time Jenck was out of earshot. Thus, recently angered and wanting kill the Darksider, he speeds into the group. As he reaches them, he jumps off the bike, at which point runs into and topples a few warriors over. His lightsaber was already in his hand and ignited by the time he landed. "Another Jedi here? No matter, he will soon be dead!" The man blocks a blow sent to him.
"Not if I can help it!" Jenck says, parrying a thrust to his chest.
"Do nothing!" he orders his troops. "This fight is mine and mine alone!"
"You shall die, just like the one before you!" yells Jenck, giving several blocked blows at his opponent.
"I know not of this other one, but I can assure you that my fate will be different!" He blocks a thrust and twists the lightsaber out of Jenck's hands. Then Jenck, realizing this is the only chance, grabs the dark lord's own lightsaber. They struggle with control over the weapon, before the man receives a burn to his shoulder. Greatly angered, the man kicks him and sends the boy 20 feet across the ground. "Set weapons to stun and fire now!" he orders. The troops obey and the young Jedi lays unconscious on the ground.
The dark lord stood over his adversary and said, "You have proven to be an excellent fighter. Perhaps you might be useful. Load him into the cargo bay. And try to be at least a little gentle; I want our "guest" to still be in one piece."
Thus Jenck had failed and was now being brought onto the Dark Jedi's ship. But, lucky for him, his Master had snuck on board. The Dark Jedi scans the area and says, "I don't know where you went my old friend, but I promise you, we will see each other again." So the man had given up on Halcyon for now as he entered his ship.
His apprentice walks up to him. "Why do we need to keep the whelp, Master?"
"Because he may prove to be useful in the War." Halcyon, who had been listening in a nearby compartment, sat in disbelief. Another war? he thought. It can't be. "With these new soldiers, my apprentice and this Jedi I have just collected, Revan, soon you will...cease to exist." This proved to be even more of a shock to Halcyon. Revan...is alive? I must help him!
