Imperial Apocalypse
A New Life
Daniel immediately recoiled, questioning himself about how Darth Vader knew of the Lylat System. Then, he realized, that by this time the Galactic Empire would have Star Destroyers and researchers in the area around Corneria. The Federation would also have troops out there. "Apparently less than you do." Daniel replied, wondering what the Dark Lord had in mind for him. What would be his fate? Would he die in the Lylat System? He had so many questions. As Vader prepared the transport, Daniel could see the Star Destroyer looming over Earth, like an assassin over his prey.
When Daniel boarded the transport, he thought about his new beginnings. "What is our destination?" Daniel asked, trying to figure out what the heck was going on and how he could fit into Vader's plan. "A Star Destroyer, destined for the Lylat System." said Vader, "You will have a new life on that Star Destroyer. Your life will change dramatically, to the point where you won't even recognize yourself. You will live like a Cornerian, for the rest of your life." "What's that supposed to mean?" asked Daniel, "But you must never forget where you came from." Vader continued, "Never forget who you are." Daniel got very confused very quickly and wanted to know what was to be meant by Darth Vader's speech.
Moments later, they docked inside the massive Imperial Star Destroyer. Daniel stood there at the window, stupefied, looking out at the sheer size of the Imperial warship. "Come now, friend. Come with me to see how your new life will begin." called Vader to Daniel. Daniel obeyed, wanting to know why this Dark Lord of the Sith, of all people, called him a friend. As they walked through the halls of the gargantuan battleship, Daniel noticed that the crew and soldiers looked at him the same way that the kids at school looked at him before the war. "Beware of the wrath of Vader" said one, "Be careful in the lab" said another. Daniel thought nothing of these comments, as he trusted the Sith Lord with his life.
Soon, they arrived at a large room with many scientists inside of it. There were many large machines and what seemed like miles of glass tubes filled with chemicals. Several armed guards patrolled the room, each one brandishing the staff of a fallen magna-guard. Vader began to talk to the head scientist, who told several other scientists to lead Daniel to a large, hollow cylinder. Vader then told him, "In order to accomplish the mission that you will be assigned, you will need a new body, a stronger one, one that won't attract too much attention on Corneria." Daniel stepped inside the cylinder, eager to start his new life, but unknowing of what would happen next. The cylinder closed and he turned around to face the opening. Suddenly, gas began to filter into the container. Daniel knew he was being drugged, and didn't have time to think about what was happening.
Outside, the machines were hard at work and the chemicals were rushing through the tubes, working to fulfill Vader's intentions. Inside, however, Daniel was changing, and changing fast. Outside the Star Destroyer, the Federation, the Republic and the Rebel Alliance were battling with the Empire for control of Daniel. The raging battle was still going when the cylinder containing Daniel opened. He stepped out, wondering why the scientists were staring at him with amazement. "The process is complete! We have a new ally!" said Vader, as Rebel and Federation troops exploded into the room. Daniel held out his hand, preparing to unleash Force Destruction, but recoiled when he saw his arm and hand. They were covered in blue fur and, after examining himself in front of a mirror that he had found, he concluded with two things: one, he looked like a Cerinian, which he had seen in his video games back on Earth; and two, he thought he looked better with it. He held out his arm again, and this time he unleashed Force Destruction. Everything in front of him was destroyed and he was now face to face with Luke Skywalker. "Go, fight your father." He told Luke, "I want to fight you." Luke replied. "Fine then." returned Daniel. He picked up Luke and told him, "Are you sure that you want to die?" When Luke saw that Daniel was serious about this fight, he sputtered out, "Okay! I change my mind! Let me go!" Daniel released him and Luke fell to the floor, "You're not worth my time. Get out." Daniel said.
Daniel left the room with Vader and saw his "assignment" standing in front of him. The Star Fox Team looked at him with confusion before Fox said, "Who is this?" "Your new ally." Vader said, "Daniel, your TIE fighter is in the hanger and may the Force be with you." "And also with you."
A/N This should have been in the last chapter:
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