Ryloth

Several AT-TE Walkers walked forward. To their right, the narrow path fell down into a cliff, to the left, a large mountain side wall sat. Over the large drop, a small troop of droids fired upon the advancing Republic forces. One of the AAT's fired, crippling the front walker.

Leaping out, Mace Windu ran forward. Behind him, Ezra took to the sky. "Go ahead and deal with the droids, I'm going to clear the road." Ezra nodded, flying forward towards the droids. Flying fast, Ezra quickly moved from side to side. Dodging the AAT's blasts. Moving closer, Ezra fired his jetpacks' rocket.

One of the AAT's went up in flames. Moving in, Ezra took out both his blasters, firing upon the droids, Ezra smirked. Hovering in the air, Ezra glanced back to see Windu advance forward with several walkers. "Glad you good make it Master Windu." Windu shook his head. "We need to push onwards towards the capital." Ezra smiled, his gaze returning to the battle at hand.

Standing next to Windu, the two were talking with the Chancellor, Senator Orn Free Taa, Obi Wan Kenobi, Commander Cody and Kai Bridger. "We're advancing towards the capital as we speak, the further me move in, the more the Separatist put up a fight. We need to take down Wat Tambor if we are to end this occupation." Palpatine nodded. "And how do you suggest you get into the capital?" Ezra narrowed his eyes. Watching as the hologram of the capital city appeared. "I have a few spare jetpacks with me." Windu nodded.

"To take back the capital, I've decided to enlist the help of freedom fighter Charm Syndulla." Orn Free Taa blinked. "Absolutely not. He has been my rival for years." Ezra sighed. "I don't suppose you have a better idea senator?" Ezra smirked as he shut Orn Free Taa up. "Well spoken padawn Bridger, but I do need to know, how will you find him?" Ezra smirked at Obi Wan's comment. Windu nodded at Ezra. "I'll be searching for Charm myself. And I think I have a good idea where to begin." Obi Wan nodded. "We'll report back in when we've freed the rest of the east side of Ryloth." Three holograms vanished. Palpatine remained with Orn Free Taa. "Now, we need to discuss other matters." Ezra glanced at the group. "I should take my leave, I need to begin my search or Charm at once." Windu nodded.

Heading out, Ezra took to the sky, flying along close to the ground. Moving out, Ezra noticed the pack of Gutkurr from Nabat. Smiling, Ezra flew down. "Hey girl, did any Twi'leks come this way?" The female Gutkurr replied back. Ezra nodded. "Thanks Girl." Taking back to the sky, Ezra continued on.

Coming closer, Ezra noticed a large graveyard of Separatist vehicles. Smiling, Ezra continued to fly on. Coming up on a droid patrol, Ezra narrowed his eyes. "Keep your eyes open for that lost patrol." Ezra continued to fly above. Watching the droids. Soon, he saw blaster fire. Taking the chance, Ezra flew down. Landing atop a droid and glancing round. Twi'leks soon emerged. Charm at the head.

"A Mandalorian out here, fighting the Separatist." Ezra shook his head. "Charm Syndulla, I've come to gain your aid in freeing your world. The Republic requires your aid." Charm narrowed his eyes. "And where was the Republic when Ryloth was invaded?" Ezra sighed. "Spread thin. The Separatist have more numbers then we do." Charm glanced down. "And how did you find us?" Ezra smirked. "A pack of Gutkurr told me." Charm eyed Ezra in disbelief. "Hey, my connection with the force is stronger with nature. I don't think there's one persons with the 212th that hasn't heard me complain about the lack of nature on Mandalore."

Walking into Charm's base. Ezra glanced round. "A mighty fine stronghold you have here." Charm glanced back. "Thank you Jedi, we live with what we can get." Ezra nodded. "I can see. Protecting your family is important. I understand why you fight, I would fight just the same if my family and people were under threat." Charm nodded. A small Twi'lek girl running up to him. Ezra smiled. "I remember a time when I was like that." Charm smirked. "This is my daughter, Hera Syndulla." Ezra nodded. "Wish I could have one. Damn war and padawn title holding it all back." Charm raised an eyebrow in interest. "I was under the impression that Jedi were not allowed to have families." Ezra sighed. "I think I've told this story more then one hundred times already. I'm Mandalorian, thus I have a code of honor to live by. And well, I'm the heir to my Clan. Meaning, that if I am unable to have offspring, my Clan would die out, and I would bring shame to them. And I'll give you this, the Jedi Council fought hard to get me to live under the Jedi Code."

Charm chuckled. "And who won that fight?" Ezra smirked. "My parents and the Duchess. The Council gave up in the end. And well, being able to love has made me stronger." Charm nodded. "Well, why does the Republic need my help when they have you at their side?" Ezra sighed. "Mandalore may have a place within the senate. But we remain neutral. We will not assist the Republic. But I have managed to bend that to my advantage. My Clan, and my girlfriend, have assisted the Republic. A group of My Clan's warriors currently helps my master, Obi Wan Kenobi, in freeing the east side of Ryloth." Charm nodded.

"But, Master Windu seeks to liberate the capital. And he wants you to assist. You've become a beacon of hope to your people. It will serve to lift their spirits and give them hope." Charm sat down, Ezra following suit. "And if I refuse?" Ezra crossed his legs. "If you refuse, I would understand. It would be your choice, but let me tell you something. My parents know what I'm thinking right now. They are setting a call with Orn Free Taa right now. Let us talk it out." Charm opened his mouth to speak, Ezra held his hand up. "I know you two were rivals once. but what I have in mind, will leave you two both happy. Both having to rely upon the other." Charm nodded. Ezra's comm blinked.

Opening up a hologram, Windu appeared. "Ezra, will Charm join us?" Ezra closed his eyes. "Debating, what's the problem?" "The Separatist are bombing the towns. Women and Children are dying." Ezra closed his eyes. The call ended and Charm glanced down, those around stopped what they were doing. "Set the call up, I shall speak with Orn Free Taa." Ezra nodded.

Standing round, Ezra parents stood behind Orn Free Taa, Ezra stood next to Charm. The two were in heated argument. Sighing, Ezra stepped forward. "Listen here, both of you. You both have skill in something the other doesn't. So, I know this may sound odd coming from a warrior. But, instead of fighting like children, why not come to a simple agreement. Orn Free Taa, you are experienced in politics. Charm, you're experienced in military leadership. I purpose a simple agreement. Orn Free Taa can handle the Political side of things, Charm can handle the military side of things. That way, you both need the other to work things out. Making you both equal. This way, you won't need the Republic to remain help you defend and rebuild." Ephraim stepped forward. "My son is right. Clan Bridger is willing to train Twi'leks to help defend Ryloth from further attacks. With out help, you can have a military that'll be able to hold Ryloth for the rest of the year. Leaving the Republic with more forces to help end the war quickly."

Charm nodded. "Very well, I accept this offer. All I want is to see our people free. Orn Free Taa, what do you say." Orn Free Taa blinked. "From this day fourth, the Republic will not remain on Ryloth, for once Ryloth is free, we will fight back on our." Ezra smiled and turned to face Charm. "So, how good are you with a jetpack?"

The Twi'lek freedom fighters and Republic forces advanced towards the Capital. Ezra flew ahead with a few clones and Twi'leks by his side. "Once we get inside, we'll have to shut down the bridge. Then, the remaining forces can enter and retake the city." The group nodded as they accelerated forward. Crossing over the bridge, the group fired upon the droids. Flying in, Ezra ignited his emerald blade and sliced through a few droids.

Coming up to the bridge controls. Ezra glanced round as the clones and freedom fighters took out the droids. Activating the bridge. Ezra sent the signal to Charm Syndulla and Mace Windu. Turning round fast, Ezra narrowed his eyes as two Commando Droids flipped in. Blocking their attacks, Ezra quickly sliced through them. Standing by, Ezra smirked. Victory was close.

"Kai, I'm giving you a job here on Ryloth, help train Charm's new defense force." Kai nodded. "Yes sir." Charm smiled. "Thank you for all that you've done." Ezra gave a small bow before Charm. "You can always find an ally in Clan Bridger Charm. Don't forget it."
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One more season one episode to go, then it's on to season two.

Hera and Ezra meet for the first time.

Ezra and Charm find many things in common with each other.

Ezra gives an idea to both Charm and Orn Free Taa that they accept.

Kai remains with his troop of Ryloth for a while to help train Ryloth's new defense force.