Chapter 8: Clouded Visions and Dreams

Odessen Base: Entrance

The Outlander stared at Vaylin who stared back at him. He recalled some months back.

The Outlander's Flashback(Action Format)

The Outlander slept in his room.

Odessen Base: Commander's Quarter

He had nightmares.

Outlander's Nightmare

The Outlander stood in front of the Eternal Throne. Odessen were burning. He saw Vaylin(Lightside) she cried.

She yelled toward the Outlander as the tears continued flowing: "Why? Why?! Why did you let him die!?"

Vaylin draw a lightsaber pike. She ran forward. The Outlander used his own. The two clashed briefly. But Vaylin used the Golden aura overwhelming the Outlander. She made a Force Jump. Appeared behind him and pierced the pike through his back.

He cried: "Argh!"

The Outlander fell to his knees. Vaylin's weapon suddenly blew up shocking her.

Vaylin reacted: "What?!"

A voice whispered: "Here is your chance... kill her."

The Outlander asked: "Who... are you?"

The voice continued: "She killed your friend..."

A memory of Vaylin snapping Torian's neck appeared.

Torian's soul appeared pleading: "Commander! Please kill her! Avenge me! Please...!"

The voice said: "His soul will never rest in peace. He died for no reason."

The Outlander became silent. He clenched his fists.

Neyx appeared in front of the Outlander. He swung his black lightsaber and cut off the Outlander's left hand.

He screamed: "Ahhhhhh!"

The Voice asked and said: "He damaged your Alliance, turned them against each other, his subordinates killed your friends and who knows what else is in store? Strike him down."

The Outlander answered tired: "This isn't real! It is just in my mind..."

The Voice manifested itself into a spirit.

The Spirit answered: "No... not your mind. Possible futures... visions! Your Alliance will suffer and burn!"

Saen appeared also and stabbed the Outlander in chest.

He screamed: "Argh!"

The Outlander began breathing and heavily clutching his chest with his right hand. Saen's darkstaff evaporated and Neyx's lightsaber turned to ash.

The Spirit said: "Use your weapon. Strike them down! They can't be redeemed..."

The Outlander could feel the pain. He sweat and breathe erratically.

He stared at the spirit. He saw the unclear silhouette of a hooded woman.

The Outlander ultimately decided: I won't fall to the Darkness(Light)/I will kill them all!(Dark)

The Outlander closed his eyes and said: "I won't fall to the darkness. I will have faith and I will stop each, if or when the time comes."

The Spirit said: "It is your... decision."

The three in front of him got their weapons back. They swung them toward the Outlander. He closed his eyes. His golden aura spread and engulfed his mind space. Recreating everything.

Outlander's Dream

The Outlander stood in front of the Alliance. Everyone were alive and smiling. He saw Kira. She reached her hand out to him.

She said wth a smile: "You've made the right choice."

He attempted to grab it.

Fade to Black

Odessen Base: Commander's Quarter

The Outlander murmered: "Kira..."

Odessen Base: Entrance

As Vaylin stared at the Alliance she recalled the events leading up until now.

Vaylin's Flashback(Action Format)

Scene: Vaylin were tortured on Nathema. She screamed as her mind were caged. The last memory of her mother looking at her through the gap of the closed gate, forced her to the Darkside and turning her eyes from blue to golden.

Scene: Vaylin through the years killed countless people. Knights, Jedi and Sith as she grew older.

Vaylin laughed as she used Force Crush, Force Choke and Force Lightning killing them.

Vaylin yelled: "Witness my power! Hahahah!"

Scene: Vaylin had returned home. She sat in her private chamber, recalling Hivus' face and the fact that his opinion of her hadn't changed. Their reunion had shaken her.

Vaylin clenched her fists and said: "That fool... why does he still look at me like that...?"

Scene: Vaylin witnessed Hivus depart on his Warship, as she stared silently, as he went further and further away.

Vaylin put her fingers up to her lips. Making a devilish smile.

Vaylin commented: "He is gone now... how boring...!"

Scene: Vaylin kneeled before Arcann, as he had just declared himself Emperor.

Vaylin's thoughts: "I will amuse your ego for now. Don't think you are so amazing and invincible. You are nothing compared to me or Thexan."

Scene: Vaylin fought against the Outlander. She lost in the lightsaber duel and fell to her knees. After unleashing her power the Outlander killed her.

Scene: Vaylin's spirit were captured by Valkorion.

Valkorion said: "Vaylin you always lacked discipline. I could never tame you."

Vaylin yelled: "Then don't! You old monster! How long before you realized that you can't control anyone with fear?!"

Valkorion answered: "We will see... daughter."

Scene: Vaylin and Hivus were aboard the Hailing Judgment. Vaylin sat on a chair and Hivus stood up.

He said cheerfully: "You have really become strong. Your aura is already more powerful than mine!"

Vaylin replied: "I have you to thank for that and a lot more."

Hivus smiled.

Vaylin rise and asked: "Hivus? Don't you... like me... anymore?"

Hivus were surprised and answered: "Of course I do. My feelings never wavered."

Vaylin then became anxious, asked and said: "Then why haven't you told me? Over a month have passed and you have kept your distance!"

Hivus answered: "I was afraid... that you didn't like me anymore. I still feel guilty and ashamed."

Vaylin asked wondering: "Ashamed?"

Hivus continued: "When I heard you were dead I was beside myself. I blamed myself for being unable to protect you as I promise. If hadn't acquired all this celestial knowledge I would have been in total despair. I was your knight and I couldn't protect you."

Hivus clenched his fists. Vaylin's heart began pounding. She went over to him. She put her hand on his cheek.

She said: "You have nothing to be ashamed off. You saved my life. You revived me from death. You still believed in any good of what was left in me. I... love you Hivus."

Hivus answered calmly: "Lady Vaylin..."

The two stared each other in the eyes. Both their hearts beat and they kissed. The kiss turned into passion and both of them began undressing.

Scene: Hivus and Vaylin lie right beside each other in a bed. They both were in their underwear.

Hivus said: "My life was yours when you saved it a long time ago. I have never forgotten and I will ever forget."

Vaylin answered: "I saw something in you... something I couldn't forget... something I didn't wish to end. You are everything to me."

Hivus said: "It will be hard to see your family again. But I believe in you and I will be by your side."

Vaylin answered: "I will face whatever happens head on. I won't run away as long as you, and they others are a part of my life."

The two kissed.

Odessen Base: Entrance

The Outlander asked warily: "Vaylin... who are you now?"

Vaylin answered calmly: "I am... a Nexus Knight and member of Commander Hivus' squad."

The Outlander asked: "You no longer seek the Eternal Throne?"

Vaylin answered: "I mainly wanted the throne, because I didn't wanted to see it at the hands of incompetent rulers. When Arcann ruled everything he did... it disgusted me."

Lana asked mockingly: "What about yourself? Do you think you were such a great?"

Vaylin shook her head and answered: "I never were fit for it. Many people suffered and died because of my whims."

The Outlander asked: "What is it that you seek standing before the Alliance today?"

Vaylin kneeled down to everyone's surprise and answered: "A chance to atone for my crimes."

Koth and Vette stepped forward.

Koth yelled: "After all the deaths that you have caused! Do you really expect us to believe you have changed?!"

Vaylin answered: "I already know forgiveness is a concept I don't deserve."

Vaylin's words surprised everyone again. Vette stepped forward and punched Vaylin.

Vette yelled: "Don't think it is so simple! You killed one of our friends directly! Even if you look and act different now, do you honestly expect us to forget it?!"

Vaylin rise. The Alliance expected retailiation. But Vaylin went down on her knees again. This time with her hands and head down.

Vaylin yelled: "I fully intend to let the Alliance decide my fate once this conflict is over! But for now! Please let save as many lives as possible to atone for the ones I have taken!"

The words touched many members of the Alliance. Vette loosen her clenched fist and stepped back.

Theron commented: "I hate to say it... but as things are looking now, we can't afford to refuse. We need all the help we can get."

Koth also reluctantly stepped back. Everyone primarily awaited for Lana's decision.

She said: "You are gonna be put to hard work! Don't think you can have time for relaxing!"

Vaylin answered determined: " I understand completely!"

The Outlander stretched out his hand and said: "Welcome the Alliance, Vaylin."

Vaylin looked up and reached out and answered: "Thank you I appreciate it. Commander."

The two shake hands. The Nexus Knights' shuttle landed nearby. Hivus and the rest approached the base. Vaylin stepped back.

Hivus approached the Outlander and said: "Glad to work with you, Commander."

The outlander replied: "The feeling is mutual, Hivus."

Senya stood in the background looking conflicted.

Palades: S.R.E Headquarter - Neyx's Throne Room

Neyx and Roal were watching an invasion by Saen over holo.

Roal asked curiously: "Can we afford to let the Scions die out? They could be useful."

Neyx answered and asked: "They might appear peaceful. But they are fanatics led by a dangerous individual known as the Oracle. You remember the battle of Devia?"

Roal clenched his fists, bite his lip and answered: "How could I forget? It was horrible... those Force-seers used some kind of Force Technique turning our forces at each other. The massacre stopped when you beheaded the leader."

Neyx said: "Never again... besides. The Alliance will save them. If the Outlander has the courage to do so."

Neyx closed the holo. June entered the room.

Neyx asked: "How is the situation on Belsavis?"

June answered: "Freed them all. They are ready for command. Just make the call."

Neyx said: "That is good."

June commented: "I was surprised. When I became your subordinate I thought I would get stuck on the planet."

Neyx replied: "After what happened on FarTria I wouldn't dream of it."

June smiled and asked: "So what is my next mission Leader Neyx?"

Neyx said: "Travel back to Scepter Six and prepare for any possible intruders."

June answered: "As you wish Leader Neyx."

June left right after.

Neyx asked: "What is the status of Messias?"

Roal answered: "No activity yet. We don't know her intention. But we have all our facilities monitored closely."

Neyx said: "Good. The last thing we need is for that hybrid to cause an uproar in our plans."

Roal commented: "No matter how many times I think about it. Her existence itself is of the Ultimate Enigma. It is still interesting."

Neyx answered: "It is understandable. A spawn between a Dark One and a Celestial. The threat and power she represents is beyond mortals' understanding."

Odessen Base: Meeting Room

The Outlander looked serious.

He asked: "We still haven't heard anything from the Neutral Hegemony?"

Theron shake his head and answered: "Unfortunately when we send a few warships to investigate, only wreckages and many bodies were found. But none belong to Jaesa or Nadia."

Lana said: "We can conclude that hey are likely captured or killed."

Hivus commented: "Looks like you guys managed to acquire quite many allies, even before me and my people joined."

The Outlander replied: "Indeed the Alliance have grown considerably in these past years."

Lana asked: "I am quite curious. How did you manage to heal Vaylin? Did you employ a similar method like the Voss?"

Lana, Theron, the Outlander and Hivus stared at Vaylin who were speaking with a Lusitania and the three generals.

Theron added: "She is totally different than the one we have fought."

Hivus answered: "Well... the technique the Voss used on Arcann was more like a purge. What I used on Vaylin was a mix of purge and healing."

The Outlander asked curiously: "What is the difference?"

Hivus answered: "Vaylin can travel to Nathema and stay there without it affecting her psych anymore. If Arcann traveled and stayed their a week he would go mad."

The answer surprised the others.

Theron asked: "Is it possible for you to cure Arcann like Vaylin?"

Hivus answered: "It is possible. But I would rather that he asked me of it himself."

Hivus suddenly spotted Senya. She stood a distance away.

Hivus suddenly said: "Give me moment."

Hivus went over to Senya. They began talking. The two left for the woods.

Theron asked: "I wonder what that is about?"

Lana replied: "My guess is Vaylin. The atmosphere have been quite awkward when she joined."

Odessen: Woods

Senya said deeply grateful: "I can't ever thank you enough for what you have done. Healing and reviving Vaylin and Thexan..."

Hivus answered: "Well... I kinda had to apologize regarding Thexan. Before Vaylin send me on my mission I took his corpse."

Senya began crying and said: "He is back... that is all that matters. All my children! I couldn't wish for more...!"

Hivus smiled and then said: "You should speak with them. Beginning with resolving the misunderstanding events of the past."

Senya looked up. She dried her tears.

Hivus continued: "Vaylin harbored a lot of hatred toward you, because she believed you betrayed her and well... ultimately and unintentionally your speak with Valkorion ended up deciding the course of her life."

Senya expression turned sad and ashamed. She looked down.

Hivus added: "Vaylin's mind wasn't only caged. She were also tortured, watching hundreds of people killed in front of her. For a child witnessing those things isn't exactly something which you can forget."

Senya's voice staggered and she became depressed and shocked as she answered: "When I think back... I wish I could turn back time. I never had the will to defy Valkorion even for my children's sake. When I think back I simply tried to take them without explaining anything. The mistake still haunts me. I never understood how they felt. In the end everything was about how I felt."

Hivus said: "The reason why Vaylin were able to be healed properly was because I used my memories. I saw you that day. The door was open as you cried in your room blaming yourself, wishing you had done something and said that you loved your children."

Senya fell to her knees. She began crying.

Odessen Base: Entrance

Thexan punched Arcann in the face.

Arcann cried: "Ugh!"

Thexan looked down at his brother who were on the ground.

Thexan said: "That is the least you can give after the fact, that I wouldn't be here anymore if it wasn't for Commander Hivus."

Arcann replied: "I took your life in misplaced rage and anger. If you want revenge. I will give you my life."

The Alliance members were about to interfere, but Arcann signaled them to stay put. He rise. Thexan draw and ignited his lightsaber. Senya and Hivus watched it.

Hivus stopped Senya from interfering by saying: "Believe in your sons. In their change."

Senya stopped and nodded. They continued to observe.

Thexan asked calmly: "You aren't afraid?"

Arcann answered: "I cast it away. The same with my rage and jealously. Between the two of us you were always the best. Stronger and smarter. You should have been the Emperor not me.

Thexan looked at Arcann silently.

Arcann continued: "Although father didn't approve of both us. You always tried your best to calm me. You supported me after I lost my arm. You stayed by my side always. I was simply too blind and realized it too late. You have every reason to despise me for taking your life."

Thexan asked: "Was that your conclusion through everything until now?"

Arcann nodded. Thexan took the swing. But before it connected he stopped. Arcann didn't flinch or move.

Thexan smiled and turned off his lightsaber. He reached out his hand.

Thexan said: "You are a new man. I look forward to working with you. Brother."

Arcann were surprised. But he returned the smile and the two shake hands. The Alliance members breathe relieved. Hivus and Senya also returned.

Odessen Base: Meeting Room

Senya walked over to Vaylin. The two began talking seriously. Senya had a difficult and sad expression on her face. She hugged Vaylin to the surprise of the ones watching. Vaylin returned the affection.

Hivus stood with the Commanders

He asked calmly: "Seems like you mended their relationship?

Hivus answered: "Well you could say that. It is better than the atmosphere being awkward most of the time."

Before the conversation could continue an alarm began ringing. Many rushed over to the communication relay. Altlitia were working on it.

The Outlander asked: "What is it Altlitia?"

She answered: "Incoming emergency transmission from... Veralusia...?"

Lana asked: "What is that place?"

Altlitia answered: "The data imprinted in my head says it is a Force-seer paradise."

Altlitia pushed on a few buttons and a transmission were open.

Lana commented: "I have never heard that place."

Hivus said: "It is a place filled with Force-sensitives who sees visions. Similar to the Scions."

Arcann also arrived. He were a bit interested in it.

A woman kneeled down. She wore golden robes.

She reported: "Mayday! Mayday! This is Scion Leader Henati! We seek assistance from the Eternal Alliance! Veralusia is currently under attack by an Corrupted Eternal Fleet! Please send help."

Senya said: "The Scions could be useful allies."

Lana replied: "I don't trust them after what Heskal pulled on Asylum."

The Alliance could hear screams in the background.

Theron commented: "They might be Scions. But we can't simply leave them to die. Isn't that right Commander?"

The Outlander decided: Right(Light)/Not sure(neutral)/They are gonna owe us(Dark)

The Outlander said: "Of course. Whatever they intend. We will keep an eye on them."

The Outlander replied to Henati: "Hold on. We are on our way."

Henati said: "Thank you."

The transmission closed.

The Outlander yelled: "Everyone! Let us prepare for departure."

All cheered.

Odessen Base: Docking Bay

The Alliance stared at their newly enhanced Gravestone.

The Outlander said: "This is really impressive work Altlitia. It looks like it has become stronger and completely renovated."

Altlitia answered a bit embarrassed: "Hehe... nice to be appreciated."

Koth commented happily: "This Frigate looks like a whole different ship! It is... beautiful!"

Tora also said satisfied: "I was skeptical of our weird new friend here. But her enhancements are and connection and control of machinary is even beyond that of Scorpio's. It is really an amazing peace of works."

Theron said: "Let us take it for a spin."

Koth answered: "Right on."

Koth looked at Tora and said: "If anything happens I will return for you."

Tora replied: "Don't worry we will be fine! We have our own model."

Tora glanced at the nearby Tomb Raider. Koth still looked worried.

Tora hugged him and said: "Come back to me alive you hear me?"

Koth returned the affection and answered: "I promise."

The two parted ways as Koth entered the Gravestone. Tora and Altlitia looked as it departed.

Veralusia: Floating City(Scion's Paradise)

Saen's Forces were fighting evenly against the local Force Militia.

Main Temple: Oracle's Sanctuary

A woman in a white robe covering her face enchanted words in ancient tongue. Large amounts of Force energy were gathered. She unleashed it.

Veralusia Airspace(Scion's Paradise)

Outside a giant spirit in the form of the woman appeared.

Saen's Flagship: Bridge

Saen commented: "This is..."

A Void Clan member appeared and said: "Guardian Saen! She is... an Eternal Light!"

Saen reacted: "What?!"

Saen stared at the giant spirit.

Veralusia Airspace(Scion's Paradise)

The spirit of the woman gathered an immense amount of energy. A gigantic light shined, illuminating the whole area. The black Force covering a large amount of the Eternal Fleet disappeared. Saen's own Forces began fighting amongst themselves.

Saen's Flagship: Bridge

Saen clenched his fists and said: "Don't get cocky. You aren't the only one who can control others!"

Saen's eyes began glowing. The Darkstaff began shinning. Portals opened across Veralusia. Out from them emerged Sithspawns.

Saen said: "It is said that the Darkstaff can even influence time. The Void Clan enables me to access the staff's powers. But using too much will damage my body. But this should suffice."

Saen's Sithspawns and Void Clan troops began slowly overwhelming Veralusia's Forces.

Veralusia: Holy Temple(Scion's Paradise)

The Oracle stood outside the temple.

She proclaimed: "Don't you worry my children. Help will arrive. So says the Will of the Fate!"

As she said that. The Eternal Fleet spearheaded by the newly renovated Gravestone appeared out from Hyperspace, right behind Saen's Corrupted Fleet. The Gravestone fired it's new OMNI Relic Cannon called: *Libra* damaging Saen's Fleet.

Gravestone: bridge

Lana said: "Koth use the frequency. Some of those Warships have split from Saen's Forces."

Koth answered: "Understood."

Koth pushed on a button. A signal were broadcasted from the Gravestone to the renegade fleet. They stopped attacking.

Saen's Flagship: Bridge

Saen yelled: "Retreat! We will return and finish this another time!"

Veralusia(Scion's Paradise)

A few of Saen's warships were destroyed and some taken by the Alliance. But they manage to jump to hyperspace.

Gravestone: Hangar

The Outlander were surrounded by many allies.

He contacted Koth over comm: "Koth we will take a shuttle down. Fly around and when it is secure meet us on the ground."

Koth answered: "Sure thing Commander."

The Outlander said: "Everyone let us go."

Many allies boarded their shuttle.

Veralusia: Floating City(Scion's Paradise)

The Outlander and his allies landed.

The Outlander yelled: "Protect the citizens and take down those beasts!"

They immediately went to work. Hivus and his knights easily took down many Sithspawns. The Outlander's group worked together with the local population and took down many, as they ventured deeper into the city.

Palades: S.R.E Headquarter - Neyx's Throne Room

Roal stood in the corner of the throne room. He had taken out a holo.

A woman appeared and reported: "Sir! The Eternal Alliance have arrived in Veralusia. Currently engaging large amount of Sithspawns."

Roal said: "Understood. Keep me updated and remember your mission Agent Honor. Leader Neyx's secrets must not be revealed. When you see an opportunity kill the Oracle."

The woman answered: "Understood Spymaster Roal."

Roal closed the holo.

Veralusia: Floating City(Scion's Paradise)

The woman hide her holo. She were dressed as a priestess.

Another woman appeared and said: "Katin! The Oracle is looking for you."

Katin answered: "I am on my way."

The two left.

Short Time Later...

Veralusia: Central Plaza(Scion's Paradise)

After the chaos was over. The Alliance met with the Scions and the grateful citizens.

Henati bowed and said: "Thank you so much for your assistance Commander."

He nodded. The Oracle stepped forward. She and the Outlander shake hands.

She said: "We appreciate you coming to our aid Commander. Although as Force-seers we knew you were destined to arrive."

The Outlander answered and asked: "We are glad to help. I hope that Heskal's promise still holds?"

The Oracle answered: "Of course. We haven't forgotten. Heskal was a noteworthy leader until Asylum. We Scion's aren't suppose to interfere with the events."

Hivus stepped forward and asked curiously: "You sound like everything leading up until now already had been predicted beforehand?"

The Oracle answered: "Indeed. Emperor Arcann's fall was already predicted long ago. The fall and death of Vaylin were also within our sight years ago."

The Outlander asked: "If you knew all this were bound to happen, why didn't you try to stop it?"

The Oracle answered: "When man plays with fire he is gonna get burned. Any interference or change of destiny could potentially lead to further damage of the galaxy."

The others were hesitant and didn't like the sound of the conversation is turning.

The Outlander asked: "What else have you seen? What will happen next?"

The Oracle answered: "The arrival of a New Force. The one called *Neyx*. We saw the two of you facing each other. But the outcome was unclear."

The Oracle looked at Hivus. He immediately sensed her Force energy. He became wary. The Nexus Knight immediate sensed it. They stepped forward.

The Outlander asked wondering: "Hivus?"

The Oracle herself noticed Vaylin. Her tone suddenly changed.

She said: "You... heretics! The Empress still lives!"

Guards were storming out of the temples and buildings across the city. They draw lightsaber pikes. Vaylin held into Hivus. The Outlander and they others were about to draw their weapons.

Hivus commented and asked: "I guess considering her past I can understand you are wary. Instead of beginning an unnecessary bloodbath why not tell us of the changes?"

The Oracle signaled for the guards to lay down their weapons.

She answered: "You saved my people. We will invite you as our guests. But you must complete the trials of Veralusia right after."

The Outlander asked a bit skeptical: "What is in these trials?"

The Oracle answered: "The possible identity of Neyx. So far none of us have manage to see the one behind the mask. But he might somehow be connected to you. That is what our visions indicate."

The Outlander looked at they others. Most of them didn't know what answer to give.

Theron commented: "We should just follow them. Better to see where this is going."

Hivus and the Knights nodded.

The Outlander said: "I understand. We will follow you."

The Oracle nodded. They all began walking and left the plaza.

Sky Temple: Dinning Room

The Alliance, the residents and remnant Scions enjoyed a feast together.

The Outlander were impressed with Hivus' diplomatic skills.

He commented: "I am surprised by your diplomatic skills Hivus. The situation were about to turn bad if you had not interfered."

Hivus replied: "Well I was a Commander myself. Travel through the Unknown Regions with a large army and gaining allies comes with it's perks. I know that Jedi initially mean well, but for others asking for *surrender* can be taken as a great insult and lead to unnecessary conflict."

The Outlander said: "Guess I still have a lot to learn regarding being a leader."

Hivus answered: "You will get the hang of it with time. Leading many people isn't an easy job."

Lana asked Hivus unexpectedly: "What do you think about Neyx?"

Hivus answered: "He is powerful that is for sure. But unless I meet him face to face I can't really give you any clear answers about his personality or who he is. So far from what I sense from the interviews and broadcasts. Then he is honest in wanting to protect the Republic and Empire."

Theron remarked: "Fighting an enemy who isn't simply causing carnage or death isn't exactly motivating."

Vaylin were eating some grilled meat casually. Theron's words send an echo of doubt through the hall.

The Oracle spoke: "My friends and honored guests. Again we thank you for coming to our aid. For our saviors!"

The Oracle lifted up a glass. They all cheered.

Sky Temple: Guest Room

The Outlander woke up. He left his room a bit hazed.

The Outlander commented: "I need some air."

Sky Temple: Hallway

As the Outlander walked through the hallway. He sensed something wasn't right. He didn't see any people.

He called out: "Hello? Hello...? Is anyone there?"

He heard a voice calling: "Come..."

The Outlander asked: "Who is it? Who is calling me?"

The voice simply continued: "Come... to me..."

The Outlander continued walking forward.

Sky Temple: Garden

As the Outlander came out to the Garden. He were met by the Force Ghost of a woman.

He reacted surprised: "It can't be...! Are you..."

The woman called the Outlander by name and said: "It has been a long time my son."

The Outlander stared at her confused and sad.

He said: "You died many years ago. Our house was burned down. How come you decided to appear before me now?"

The woman called Aelysin answered: "Because you will soon face terrible dangers beyond anything ever before. It will be the decisive moment. Will you follow your destiny? Or choose a different path? The most powerful foes and friends from your past will appear. I wish to see my son. One last time."

Before they could continue their conversation people appeared corrupted by the Black Force.

Aelysin said: "Quickly! Draw your lightsaber. Defend yourself."

The Outlander draw his lightsaber and engaged the corrupted people in combat. They parried a few blows. But the Outlander quickly used his aura, with one swing and Force Speed. He took them down. As the Force disappeared he saw the faces of formers foes and friends.

He asked: "Is this to remind me of the path I have chosen?"

Aelysin answered: "You can't save everyone. At some point you will be faced with more of these choices. No matter how many allies you gather, their fates will one day be decided by you. You will have to choose who shall live and who shall die."

On the ground lied the bodies of Scourge, Rusk, Warren and Nico. The Outlander stared at them for a moment before leaving. On his way he cut down many other shadows, whose faces he recognized.

Veralusia: Central Plaza(Scion's Paradise)

At the plaza the Outlander were met with two people. They were wearing similar outfits to the Parity Crusaders.

Aelysin said: "You will face powerful foes. Some you will recognize. Depending on your choices, the bonds you have forged can still be severed."

The Outlander faced them. But the two overwhelmed him. The blows from their lightsabers send the Outlander flying back. The two used a mix of Force Lightning and Force Burst and threw it at the Outlander. He were burned, stunned and fell to his knees.

The Outlander cried: "Argh! They are too strong...!"

The Outlander gasped for air.

Aelysin said: "You possess a large amount of power."

Aelysin waved her right hand. The Outlander's wounds were healed.

Her hands begin glowing in two different colors.

She said: "Son... I present you with a choice. The allies who have fallen. Their powers rest within you. How will you use it?"

The Outlander stared at his mother's hands. The right hand Lightside energy were flowing. He saw his allies peacefully. The left shows his allies screaming with pain, despair and grief.

Aelysin said: "Your friends will understand. Choose wisely."

Aelysin moved the left hand. The Outlander decided: Right Hand(Light)/Ask Aelysin(Neutral)/Left Hand(Dark)

The Outlander grabbed the right hand. His aura spiked and turned Golden.

Aelysin were silent. Which surprised the Outlander.

He asked seriously: "What is wrong mother? Didn't you encourage me to always follow the light? You were the one who taught me... Isn't that right?"

Aelysin instantly changed her hesitation and answered cheerfully: "Yes indeed! You remembered!"

The Outlander heard voices: "We are with you Commander."

He couldn't see but he felt an army stood behind him. The presence of multiple Force Ghosts were seen. The Outlander ran toward the two high ranking Parity Crusaders. The Outlander channeled his aura into his lightsaber. The two Parity Crusaders fired giant Force Bursts mixed with Force Lightning. The Outlander blocked the attack. It took a few seconds but the Outlander manage to slash their attack in half. He spin and throw his lightsaber who had been enhanced with his Force Powers. It rotated violently and were on-course toward the two Parity Crusaders, who stood ready to guard.

He yelled: "Take this! Moon Wave!"

Upon impact an explosion of golden light illuminated the plaza.

The two Parity Crusaders cried: "Ugh!"

After the smoke cleared the two Parity Crusaders were trapped. A net of Golden Force Energy surrounded them and kept them from moving. The Outlander jumped up in the air using Force Jump. He used the Force and recovered his lightsaber. He channeled his aura into his lightsaber again and enhanced it. The light grew sharp and more powerful. The Outlander used a vast amount of his Golden aura and created multiple Lightswords."

He yelled: "Chaotic light Blades!

He threw the energy created blades toward the Parity Crusaders, resulting in quite a few continuous explosions. The attack Forced the two Parity Crusaders to their knees.

The two Parity Crusaders cried: "Argh!"

They were heavily wounded. The Outlander gathered his remaining aura into his lightsaber. The weapon end up evolving. It began shinning brightly.

The Outlander threw the shinning weapon toward the Parity Crusaders and yelled: "Heaven's Blade!"

Upon impact a massive explosion of Light Force Energy occurred. The Outlander landed on the ground grasping for air. As the light dispersed. The two Parity Crusaders were down. Their masks dissolved, revealing the faces of Satele Shan and Shana Beniko.

The Outlander were shocked and asked: "What...?! But they are...!"

A moment later. Lana and Theron suddenly appeared. They both clutched their chests as they fell to the ground lifeless.

The Outlander in shock and horror yelled: "NOOOOOOOO!"

The Outlander heard whispers. But he couldn't make them out.

Aelysin said: "It was necessary son. Sometimes you can't avoid-"

The Outlander rebuked: "Don't! Not... now."

Aelysin were surprised but complied. The Outlander stared at the bodies of Lana and Theron. He began running the opposite direction leaving Aelysin alone.

Aelysin smiled sinisterly and said with a scary look in her eyes: "Don't think you will get away that easily."

Main Temple: Oracle's Sanctuary

The Outlander ended up inside the Oracle's Sanctuary. There he stood face to face with Saen.

He asked and said: "Is this another vision? A new name and new face. But I recognize the malice and power in your eyes. Tenebrae."

The man answered him to his surprised: "Don't believe so much in yourself. Your end will come. Three times you have been responsible for my death. This time will be the last!"

Saen ignited his Darkstaff. The Outlander ignited his lightsaber and the two clashed. A shockwave were send across the whole sanctuary. The two exchanged blows. They both circle round each other. The Outlander used his aura to enhance the power of his swings. He send Saen flying back. He landed on his feet. Saen began enchanting something in ancient tongue. The Darkstaff began glowing and emitting a powerful Black Force. A portal opened.

From it a woman were floating. She wore royal garments. But her physical appearance were similar to Altlitia for some reason. She were fifteen foot tall.

The woman looked at Saen and asked: "Child... you are the one who summoned me...?"

Saen kneeled and spoke: "Yes my goddess Aivela. Ruler of the people of Zakuul...! This outsider threatens our home! Please grace us your people a demonstration of your power. I humbly ask."

Aivela stared at the Outlander. She lifted her right hand. An immense amount of concentrated Force energy were gathered.

She said: "Begone..."

She fired a small blast. The Outlander unleashed his Golden Aura attempting to block the attack.

The Outlander struggled to block the attack and cried: "Arghhh!"

The blast end up breaking his defenses and it exploded upon contact. Smoke from the blast covered the whole sanctuary. The Outlander were down on his knees grasping for air. The blast dealt quite the damage on him.

Aivela commented: "Oh? Impressive for a human to still be standing."

The Outlander asked tiredly and weakened: "An Old God? I thought they were only myths?"

Aivela charged up for a second shot. The Outlander were exhausted and weakened.

Aelysin appeared and said: "It is too late for alternatives son. Use my power. Let me help you."

Aelysin reached her hand out. The Outlander were tired and beaten. He sensed a Dark and corrupted power coming from Aelysin. The Outlander also were in the field of Aivela's vision. Her next shot would end him.

The Outlander decided: I Refuse(Light)/Take Aelysin's Power and fight Aivela(Dark)

The Outlander said: "I refuse your offer. I've got my own solution."

Aelysin replied calmly: "It is your choice son."

Aelysin disappeared. The Outlander turned off his weapon. He put it down. He sat on his knees, folded his hand together and enchanted.

The Outlander enchanted: "Almighty and beautiful Aivela please hear my wish. Please glimpse my memories of the past and witness my bond with Zakuul!"

The words surprised Aivela. She stopped her attack. She approached the Outlander. She shine her light and saw all the Outlander's memories regarding Zakuul.

She answered: "Child of man. You are... worthy of my mercy. Aivela instantly healed the Outlander using her power."

The Outlander rise, bowed and said: "Thank you my goddess."

Saen yelled: "Noooo!"

He forcefully closed his portal and Aivela disappeared. Opening the portal had drained Saen's power considerably. The Outlander ignited his lightsaber. The two continued parry blows. But the strain of Saen's body had weakened him. The two clashed one last time ending with the Outlander knocking the Darkstaff out of Saen's hands. Saen fell to his knees, now at the mercy of the Outlander.

The Outlander said: "it is over."

Aelysin reappeared and said: "Now end him son. He will cause countless deaths in your Alliance."

The Outlander stared at the wounded Saen and said: "You are right but..."

Aelysin moved closer. But before she could do anything else, the Outlander turned around unleashing his aura and stabbed Aelysin's Force Ghost through the stomach.

Aelysin asked shocked: "Why...son?"

The Outlander answered calmly: "It is typical power hungry types. They can keep up appearance in the beginning. But they always end up being too caught up by the end."

Aelysin cried: "Argh!"

The Outlander said: "Take off the disguise and show me who you really are!"

Aelysin smiled sinisterly before her disguised dissolved, revealing a woman with light purple hair, one Black eye of the Void and one natural eye. The outfit she wore looked similar to that of a pirate clad in dark colors with a hood attached.

The woman answered: "My name is Messias. I am a Hybrid Goddess."

The Outlander asked: "Why did you offer your help to me?"

Messias answered: "Because we have a common enemy. We will speak at a later date."

The Outlander heard voices calling out to him. They became more and more clear.

Voice: "Com...der..!

Messias smiled sinisterly and laughed as she began disappearing.

The Outlander commented: "Great! Just great. First Valkorion, then Vaylin and now a weird Goddess?"

The Outlander sighed. He felt he only needed one push more.

Voice: "Comma...der!"

The Outlander casted a last glimpse at the Saen in his dream/vision, before a bright light began shinning.

Sky Temple: Balcony

The Outlander finally came to himself. He held his lightsaber ignited in his hand. Vaylin kneeled down with her hands crossed up in a defensive stance. Hivus stood between them.

Hivus said: "Commander! Wake up!"

The Outlander looked around. He notice Lana and Theron clinging into him. He turned off his lightsaber. He dropped it and put his hands up to his face. He fell and passed out.

Theron asked: "Commander! Are you okay?"

Lana asked shocked: "What in the world just happened?"

The Oracle stepped forward and said: "The Commander had fought a straining battle against his inner demons."

Hivus helped Vaylin up after she let up her defensive stance.

He asked worried: "Are you okay? Any injuries?"

Hivus checked Vaylin and put his hands on her shoulders.

Vaylin smiled and replied: "I am okay Hivus. I was just surprised. I don't know what happened."

Hivus stared at the Oracle.

He asked: "Did you cause this incident?"

Lana asked seriously: "What?! Was this deliberately?"

The Alliance stared at the Oracle.

She answered: "I apologize if the approach was a bit *direct* but we learned a lot from the Commander's vision."

Theron said seriously: "That doesn't excuse what almost happened. Many lives were at stake."

Hivus lifted his hand and said: "If this happens again the Scions will need a new Oracle."

The Oracle turned and left.

Vaylin suggested: "Let us take the Commander back to bed. It has been a long night."

Lana replied: "I agree. We could all use some rest."

They all returned to their rooms.

Cathedral of Judgment: Holy Chamber Entrance

The Alliance stood inside a cathedral in front of a giant gate.

The Oracle said: "Here. This is the place for your trials. We will uncover the secrets of Neyx."

The Outlander asked: "What shall I do exactly?"

The Oracle said: "You will walk in alone. I shall stay outside. I will use my power to activate the trials. You will experience many visions of the past. Enemies/friends picked out from your heart and mind."

Theron asked wary: "Is this experiment you are conducting dangerous?"

The Oracle answered: "In worse-case the Outlander will enter a coma."

Katin suddenly asked: "My Lady, maybe it is too risky?"

The Oracle answered: "You are the Alliance aren't you? I expected all of you had triumphed over death by now."

Lana said calmly: "It isn't so simple. The Commander is the heart of the Alliance if anything happens..."

The Oracle replied: "I don't think you have anything to worry. If something happens your Eternal Light friend there can likely fix him."

The Oracle glanced at Hivus. Everyone looked at Hivus.

He gave them a thumbs up and said: "Don't worry. I won't let the Commander sleep through this whole war."

The Outlander stared determined at the gate.

He said: "I don't want to continue stay in the darkness forever."

He glanced back at they others, smiled and said: "Wish me luck."

Lana replied a bit concerned: "May the Force serve you well Commander."

Theron said: "Good luck Commander."

Koth said encouraging: "You can do it Commander!"

Thexan said: "Stay focused Commander. Anything can happen in there."

Vaylin said: "We are right here. We won't leave you behind."

Hivus said: "Stay true to who you are. We believe in you."

The Outlander nodded. The door opened. He walked inside. A bright white light shined. The gate closed. The Oracle began enchanting in ancient Tongue. Her Golden aura appeared. It were transferred to the Gate. The Oracle's eyes glowed white. She and her power became connected to it.

The Oracle said: "I see a lot of memories..."

Hivus commented: "Looks like it has begun."

Katin had stepped a little back. She had a serious expression on her face.

Lana said: "Now... we wait."

Palades: S.R.E Headquarter - Neyx's Combat Simulation Chamber

Neyx had drawn his lightsaber. He had just fought a battle against Aivela. She lied on the ground. Her body suddenly turned into a broken droid. Neyx turned off his Black lightsaber.

The Computer announced: "God-Class Aivela-model defeated."

Roal stood in the background.

He commented: "As strong and powerful as always Leader Neyx. How many times now have you beaten the GOD-Class program?"

Neyx answered: "Don't know. I have lost count. Messias was more powerful and at that time I was weaker and less experienced. How is the Parity Crusaders doing in their own simulations?"

Roal answered: "The majority have surpassed all the basics, Jedi, Sith and army. But none have manage to defeat the Enigma-Class Program yet. The majority challenges the Vaylin-model and Hivus-model."

Neyx asked wondering: "What about the Outlander-model?"

Roal answered: "Few have tried, but none succeed. The data you implemented surpasses the data gathered."

Neyx replied: "People evolve everyday. I increase the rate accordingly to around the time when they might face Vaylin or Hivus head-on. Using all data against an foe which evolves in power and technique will only lead to mistakes and confusion."

Roal said: "You are as wise as always Leader Neyx. I will continue monitoring their progress. Good luck with your training."

Neyx answered and murmured: "Thank you Roal. For Everything..."

Roal heard the last line. He gave a appreciate smile while his back was turned before he left.

Neyx said: "Computer activate Outlander-model full Force!"

The computer answered: "Understood Leader Neyx."

The simulation build an identical copy of the Outlander with his golden aura.

Neyx said: "I am ready."

She run forward. The two lightsabers crashed.

Cathedral of Judgment: Holy Chamber Interior

The light dispersed. The Outlander walked forward wary of his surroundings.

He cried: "Argh!"

He felt a giant headache. His eyes glowed and images flashed before his eyes.

Scene: Kira lied wounded on the ground

Scene: A were baby crying

Scene: Fire everywhere on Zakuul's swamps

Scene: The Outlander's home burning

Scene: Lana and Theron calling for help

Scene: Hivus struggling against Neyx in a place with heavy rain

Scene: The Outlander dueling Saen

Scene: The Outlander as an initiate clutching his dead Jedi Master as he screamed

The memories began mixing. It stopped as the Outlander fell down on his knees.

Cathedral of Judgment: Holy Chamber Entrance

The words the Outlander spoke were repeated by the Oracle.

Theron asked: "Zakuul Swamp and the Commander's home burning?"

Lana concluded: "It seems like few are visions and others are memories."

Vaylin looked at Hivus and asked: "Does that mean that you and Neyx will fight, Hivus?"

Hivus answered: "It is possible. To be honest I haven't fought a *Silent One* before."

Koth commented: "It looks like we are making some progress."

The Oracle continued her technique. Katin began feeling pressure. But she hide it well.

Cathedral of Judgment: Holy Chamber Interior

As the Outlander looked up. A man wearing a mask had drawn a blue lightsaber. He charged the Outlander who instantly draw and ignited his lightsaber. The two parried blows. The Outlander were about to unleash his aura when...

The man asked and said provokingly: "Is that aura everything there is to you?! I thought you were the *brave* Commander!? Fight like a man!"

The Outlander stopped. He ran forward. The two continued parry blows. Their techniques and moves were evenly matched. The Outlander were calm. The masked man used his aura. He swung his lightsaber with intense ferocity sending the Outlander back. The man charged forward. But the Outlander blinked. Time began moving slowly. His senses had sharpen immensely. He unknowingly used the Force technique *Shatterpoint.* Time moved normally again. He ran forward. He turned off his lightsaber surprising the masked man. He jumped up and attempted to pierced the Outlander. He spin and kicked the masked man in the gut. The man's lightsaber were an inch from his forehead.

The man cried: "Urgh!"

The kick send the man flying a few meters back. The Outlander draw his lightsaber. As the man attempted to rebound. The Outlander appeared instantly. He cut off his mask. The man dropped his lightsaber. The face revealed that of the Outlander's father. His name was Risun.

Risun said: "You've won son. I am not real and you are no longer a child. Just answer me this. What is the verdict?"

The Outlander decided: Go in peace(Light)/Take a nap(neutral)/Die weakling!(Dark)

The Outlander answered: "You will always be a part of my life. That won't ever change. Leave in peace."

Risun rise.

He hugged the Outlander briefly and said: "Good luck(called by name)."

Risun disappeared. Behind the Outlander five Jedi Masters appeared.

The Outlander said depressed: "You believed in me and told me of my destiny and the light and dark."

The Outlander draw and ignited his lightsaber. The masters did the same. During their battle the Outlander recalled back.

The Outlander's Semi-Flashback(Image Format)

The Outlander clutched his master's dead body as the Sith Assassin Resolus approached him. The young initiate showed no fear. He subconsciously unleashed the golden aura.

He screamed loudly: "Aaaaaahhhh! Master... my MASTERRRR!"

He threw a gigantic Force Burst(Vaylin quality) at the Sith Assassin. The burst send the Sith Assassin crashing into some ruins. The Outlander used Force Pull and retrieve his master's lightsaber. He slowly stepped over and into the ruins. Admits the rubble and destroyed ruins he found Resolus lying on the ground. All his bones have broken and he lied paralyzed, not able of speak or move an inch. Resolus stared at the young initiate with curse and hated filled eyes. The young man activated his lightsaber. But as he stared at Resolus' sorry state he did not cut. He turned off the lightsaber. As he turned around to walk away. He heard the sound of a lightsaber piercing a body. He turned around and many Jedi Masters stood before him. One having dealt the killing blow to Resolus.

The young Outlander asked: "Will I be expelled from the order? I showed raw emotions against the principle belief of the Jedi code."

(The Outlander in battle Force Pushed one master into the wall knocking him out.)

One master answered: "No. We observed your actions. Despite your feelings and the fact that you could've have killed your foe in vengeance, you held back. Your actions dedicate and embody what the order stand for."

Another master continued: "Officially we would promote you to knight. But the council wouldn't be keen on that. So for now you will become a Padawan. But be proud. No knight would be capable of defeating that man."

Another master said: "From now on we shall continue your training. Be honored young one."

The young Padawan bowed and answered: "Understood Masters."

(The Outlander used Force Burst took out a second master.)

Later...

Scene: The young Padawan began training in levitation, animal friendship, diplomacy, advanced Force Techniques and lightsaber combat. He also spend much time with the masters

Scene: The masters and the young Padawan sat in a small shrine drinking tea and eating food together

(The Outlander pierced his lightsaber through another master, dealing him a damaging, but non-lethal wound.)

Scene: The young Outlander sat meditating as the masters enchanted words in ancient tongue

The Outlander asked: "Will sealing my power away really be for the overall good?"

A master answered: "When the time comes your power will return."

Another master said: "Fear not the future young Jedi. When the time comes, continue being who you are, even if the galaxy spirals into chaos."

Another master said: "Treasure the ones you love. The bonds you create will be valuable in your times of need."

Another master said: "You will become the most powerful of us all. Even if you no longer feel like a Jedi."

The last master said: "Shape your own future and choose the life you want to live."

A bright light shined as the Outlander passed out.

Scene. Some masters died in battles off-world and his weren't exceptions

(The Outlander used the Force mind-trick stopping a master.)

Scene: Soon only one master stood back and he send the young Padawan away

Scene: The young Padawan arrived from one master to another before they send him on his way

Scene: The Outlander finally arrived on Tython where his decision and actions would be revealed to the Order

(The Outlander used Force Grip on the last master.)

The Flashback ended.

Cathedral of Judgment: Holy Chamber Interior

The Outlander said: "Thank you for having faith in me, my old masters."

The Outlander let go of his Force Grip. All the masters rise and bowed before they disappeared. Behind the Outlander a woman appeared also wearing a mask.

The Outlander stared at the woman calmly.

She said excited: "Time for some action."

She draw and ignited her double-bladed lightsaber. The Outlander looked at her with his arms crossed and his lightsaber turned off.

The woman asked demanding: "What exactly are you doing?"

The Outlander answered sarcastically: "This is really original. If you are Kira then you can go ahead and cut me down. I refuse to fight the woman I love."

The woman asked surprised: "You mean it?"

The Outlander nodded. She ran forward. She swung her lightsaber. But the Outlander didn't flinch.

She stopped right before contact, said and asked: "You are not funny anymore. When did you become so boring?"

The Outlander answered: "I simply followed your lead. Especially when you wanted to have *The talk*."

The woman began giggling. She took of the mask. It was Kira.

Kira said amused: "You always remain true to yourself. That is why I love you."

The Outlander stepped forward. He put a hand on Kira's cheek.

He said: "I miss you. I wish you were here... with me."

Kira closed her eyes and said: "My role here is done. But this isn't the end yet."

The Outlander asked: "Is it Neyx? Can you tell me who he is...?"

But before Kira could answered, someone appeared behind the Outlander and stabbed him through the back with a Black Lightsaber. Neyx stood behind him.

The Outlander cried: "Arggh!"

Kira yelled horrified: "No!"

Neyx turned off his lightsaber. The Outlander slowly fell to his knees. Neyx stepped in front of the Outlander. He waved his hand and Kira disappeared.

The Outlander asked while in a lot of pain: "Neyx...?"

Neyx said: "My identity is only gonna confuse you. I could be anyone under this mask. Accept it. Learning who I am won't change anything. The Eternal Alliance will disappear with or without my help."

The Outlander in the heat of the moment yelled: "Never!"

He used his remaining Force Energy, sealed Neyx's lightsaber and surprising him. The Outlander draw and ignited his own lightsaber, as he clumsily attempted a last desperate attack on Neyx. The attempt destroyed twenty-five percent of Neyx's mask. The Outlander looked up attempted to glance at Neyx's face. But before he could get a clear look. The whole place faded into Darkness.

Fade to Black

Cathedral of Judgment: Holy Chamber Entrance

Outside multiple explosions happened.

Theron ask surprised: "What in the world?!"

Lana replied with a question: "An Enemy attack?"

Hivus were a bit suspicious. But the explosions continued. Suddenly explosions appeared directly from under the cathedral. Hivus and Vaylin jumped away from an explosion which were inches away from them. The Nexus Knights and the Alliance stayed sharp. The building shake and parts of the ceiling fell down. The Alliance and the Knights end up scattering inside.

Koth yelled: "Watch out everyone!"

Thexan commented: "The structure has been damaged!"

The shaking broke the Oracle's concentration. She fell down on her butt.

Katin yelled: "Oracle!"

She rushed over to the Oracle. She extended a hand. The Oracle accepted. But as she were pulled up. Katin draw a handgun in her left hand. To the horror of everyone present and the Oracle. Katin pulled the trigger, sending old and outdated lead bullets into the Oracle.

She mustered her remaining strength and asked: "Katin...? Why...?"

Katin answered: "Spymaster Roal sends his regards. You wouldn't have ended up like this, if you simply kept your nose out of it. Because when you play with fire... you will eventually get burned. Wasn't that what you said?"

The Oracle fell down on the floor barely alive. The servants attempted to avenge the Oracle and draw their weapons. But Katin threw some attachable explosives at them, blowing them up instantly. Katin took off her robe revealing an agent's outfit similar to Theron's.

Hivus asked seriously: "I heard what you said. Is this the work of Neyx?"

Vaylin asked demanding: "Who are you?"

Katin answered: "My name is Honor. Agent Honor of Spymaster Roal's secret division."

Lana lifted up her clenched fists and said: "You will pay for hurting our allies."

Koth and the rest of the Alliance troops pointed their blasters at Agent Honor.

Koth said confident: "You are surrounded. How can you possible have a chance of taking us down?"

Honor smiled. She threw a grenade on the ground. It blew up and instantly released a pulse across the whole cathedral.

The Alliance attempted to open fire. But nothing.

Koth reacted surprised and shocked: "What?! My blaster... it is locked!"

Lana attempted to use the Force. But nothing.

Lana commented: "The Force is...!"

Thexan draw his lightsaber.

But it wouldn't ignited: "This is...!"

Honor began laughing and said confidently: "Hahahaha! No modern blasters, no advanced technology, no lightsabers and no Force! Looks like the tables have turned."

Honor draw an old-fashioned shotgun. She fired multiple lead bullets, which killed multiple Alliance Troops.

The Alliance members began feeling an immense pressure. The situation had turned against them.

Theron commented: "This is beyond worse-case. I guess a lesson where relying too heavily on technology will cost us."

Lana clenched her fists and yelled: "Damn it! I can't even use my lightsaber!"

Koth commented: "This is really looking horrible."

But suddenly Hivus stepped forward. Thexan and the Knights stood right behind him. In an instant Hivus made a quickstep. He appeared right in front of honor and punched her in the face sending her back.

Honor cried: "Urgh!"

But as she rebounded. She were met by Thexan holding a battle staff. He began hitting her repeatedly with it.

Honor reacted: "Argh! Urgh! Agh!"

Vaylin stepped back holding her turned off lightsaber pike.

She said: "Everyone get behind me!"

Everyone complied. Honor after a moment, blocked Thexan's strike with her hands.

Thexan reacted surprised: "Wha..?"

Honor kicked him in the stomach. She spin and punched him in the left eye.

Thexan cried: "Urgh!"

She ran forward put her hand together creating a small shockwave blasting Thexan back.

Thexan cried: "Argh!"

Honor took out a detonator. She pushed on a button. The Ceiling collapsed further. Some parts fell toward the Alliance members. Vaylin mustered her strength, swung her pike and destroyed the parts. But without the Force it was quite painful.

Vaylin cried: "Argh! ugh!"

Her hands began bleeding after knocking away multiple giant ceiling parts. The Knights also spread out. Honor pointed her shotgun at Hivus. He put on his helmet. He put his hands together in front of his head in defensive position. As barrage after barrage of shots were fired. Hivus could feel the impact in the armor.

Hivus cried: "Argh! Urgh! Agh!"

The shotgun eventually ran out of ammo.

Hivus commented: "Good thing these celestial-made armor are durable even without the Force."

Lusitania stepped forward. She already put on her helmet. She draw a dagger. Honor did the same. The two engaged in knife-combat.

Honor commented: "I am surprised that you knights can fight without your fancy toys."

Lusitania answered enthusiastic: "Hivus had all of us prepared. We have fought disadvantageous battles like this before."

The two exchanged blows. They fought to a stalemate with neither relenting. The Alliance looked at Vaylin.

Theron asked curiously: "Have you guys trained even without using the Force?"

Vaylin answered: "We have. I didn't get it in the start. But in the end it was worth it."

Lana said: "We need to discuss preparing the Alliance for this sort of thing in the immediate future."

Vaylin suggested: "You should probably talk with Hivus or Lusitania about this, since they mainly trained me in it."

Koth said and asked: "Noted. We should do something about that spy first. Anyone have a plan?"

Because of the loud noises and explosions. Nobody notice the gate into the Holy Chamber opening. The Outlander came out. He instantly notice the commotion. Honor stood with her back turned and further away he saw several members of his Alliance lie dead.

The Outlander decided: Challenge Honor fairly(Neutral)/Distract Honor(Neutral)/Attack Honor from behind(Dark)

The Outlander yelled: "Katin! This doesn't have to be prolonged. Fight me one-on-one!"

Honor turned around and saw the Outlander. She threw a dagger toward him. He grabbed it. As he did she appeared an inch from him by quickstep. She made a kick aimed toward the left side of his head. He dropped knife to blocked her attack with his left hand.

The Outlander cried: "Argh!"

The Outlander asked: "How is the situation with the Oracle?"

One of the knights answered: "She is critically wounded. If we don't do something she will die!"

Honor commented: "Still alive huh? Looks like I missed the heart barely."

Honor pulled back her leg.

The Outlander asked: "Have Neyx send you?"

Honor answered: "His focus is grander than this. I was send by his Spymaster."

Honor draw a handgun. But the Outlander reacted instantly and kicked it, forcing her shot to miss. The Outlander punched her in the chest. The attack were hard and forced her to stagger back. She dropped the gun. The Outlander approached her. She stepped back. The Alliance and a few of the knights also moved.

The Outlander said: "You have been surrounded. Surrender peacefully or by Force. Your choice."

Honor smiled and answered: "No. It is you who shall choose!"

Honor pushed on a button on her detonator. A nearby wall was blown up. Catching they others attention. Honor pushed on the button again and the whole ceiling came crashing down. The Outlander immediately felt a surge of power run through him. But since they others were in direct contact with the Anti-Force Grenade. It would take longer for them. Honor began running.

Time stopped and Messias appeared and said: "Saving your friends will be the obvious choice. They are still useful. But I offer you... more."

The Outlander listened.

Messias said: "If I grant you some of my power you can save your friends and strike down the spy. What do you say?"

The Outlander commented: "Things like this usually come with a price. You aren't exactly the first person who have resided in my head."

Messias replied: "I want to retrieve my body and be free again. Neyx couldn't physically end my life. But he dealt quite the damage mentally and physically."

The Outlander said: "If you want to work together tell me what you truly want. No secrets and no tricks."

Messias answered and asked: "I want to live again. Simply as that. So will you accept my power?"

The Outlander decided: I don't need it(Light)/Take her power(Dark)

The Outlander answered: "No thanks. I will handle it."

Messias commented: "Suit yourself. Don't regret it later."

Time moved again. The Outlander unleashed his aura. He held the whole ceiling up using the Forc.

Hivus asked: "Commander...?"

The Outlander said: "Run...! I can't hold this... forever!"

Hivus signaled to they others. They all ran. The Knights applied first-aid and carried the wounded Oracle out. The Outlander's power drained.

The Outlander cried: "Argh! My powers...!"

The ceiling dropped. The Outlander closed his eyes. But as he opened them. The ceiling was hovering over his head. He stared toward the giant hole. He saw Hivus, Vaylin and Thexan.

Hivus said: "Come on Commander. No dying on us now."

The Outlander laughed a bit tired, as he slowly moved toward Hivus and they others.

Veralusia: Near Cathedral

Outside the Alliance, Scions and citizens of Veralusia had gathered.

The Outlander approached ad asked: "What is going?"

As the Outlander moved closer he saw it.

Lana answered: "Apparently she refused to surrender and fought. The Veralusian Troops were superior in numbers and she died."

The body of Agent Honor lied on the ground. She suffered multiple stab wounds and blood-pool were on the ground.

Theron remarked and asked: "A spy's work often comes with a price. What should we do next Commander?"

The Outlander looked at the Henati and asked: "Can I take it that the Scions will support the Alliance?"

Henati reached out her hand and answered: "Indeed. The Scions will support the Alliance and follow you till the end Commander."

The Outlander and her shake hands for a moment.

The Outlander asked: "Hivus? How bad is the Oracle's condition? Will it take a long time to treat her?"

Hivus answered: "On the Hailing Judgment I can treat her enough to wake her from the coma. But she won't be able to join us on the battlefield for quite awhile."

The Outlander nodded and said: "It is fine. As long as she is alive."

The Eternal Alliance went back to their fleet accompanied by their new allies.

Palades: S.R.E Headquarter - Neyx's Private Chamber

Neyx stood in his room. He received a holo from Roal.

He reported: "The assassination of the Oracle have failed. The Scions have joined the Alliance."

Neyx said: "A minor setback. Honor was a good and dedicated woman. I will miss her. Thank you. Continue with the construction of the *Towers.* Inform me when they are ready."

Roal answered: "As you wish Leader Neyx."

Neyx closed the holo. Behind her a Force Ghost appeared.

She asked: "Will doing this really bring happiness to the Galaxy?"

Neyx answered: "I don't need advice from someone who was weak and died."

The woman asked: "I appeared before you because I know who you are."

Neyx answered: "No you don't. You never got the chance to know me. You made that choice yourself. Now be gone..."

Neyx waved his hand and the ghost.

Neyx murmured: "Kira..."

Palades: Celentel Construction Ground

Malavai Quinn and Elara Dorne stood and observed the construction of a Gigantic Tower.

Malavai commented surprised: "I am astonished. To think Palades had this kind of technological expertise. These Warships are even bigger than dreadnoughts."

Elara replied unamused: "Indeed. Although I can imagine the horror if the Alliance or Saen gets their hands on one of these."

Malavai said: "Seems like your Havoc Squad is now with the Alliance."

Elara retorted: "The same with some of your former companions."

Malai said: "Either way... the Empire and Republic are flourishing under the banner of Leader Neyx. Although if we take off the fact, that two droids are representatives of our peoples."

Elara replied: "I won't complain. This is as close as we can get regarding peace or glory. I hope you are prepared Captain. We will be in charge of one these real soon."

Elara and Malavai looked at the Gigantic Mechanized Towers in front of them, which stretched up all the way to the skies, and the thousands and many thousands of workers.

Elara and Malavai yelled: "The Timeless Monarch will bring victory!"

Odessen Base: Entrance

The Outlander shake hands with the Oracle, who sat in an advanced wheel-chair/respirator. She breathed through it.

She introduced herself: "My name is Asenna Lasiless. I am honored to work with you, Commander."

The Outlander answered: "The honor is mine Asenna."

End