Authors Note;
Smiles pulls a few screws from a box and starts to fix the hinges of his door. He throws a glare at Jester who is just sitting with a satisfied smile as he plays his game. Pausing his game Jester moves to his desk.
Jester; Hey guy's we're back again if you have been reading all my posts you know me and Smiles have had a lot of fights. Also I finished two shooters, batman, and the Metro's DLC. It might take me longer to bet the Creed. Any way while Smiles is trying to fix his room's door..
Smiles; Your still an asshole by the way!
Jester with a smirk and a chuckle; As I was saying in my last update I would like it if some people would post some comments any thing really. But as a reminder I don't own any thing except my oc character and locations. Also thanks you for reading.
Smiles; You better give me Batman ALSO NO FLAMERS THOUGH I FORGOT DIDN'T YOU!
It's been a week since they left Delteu'n they're home all they knew. Tatis has been lying in a cot for the majority of the time, Daxla at his cot side. Laz and Tar left some time ago in the week. They didn't want to talk to Tatis but simply told Daxla to tell Tatis that they would meet again. Plus that they would let Daxla know where they live after they buried they're mother.
Now in the outer Rim the crew of four including the little cylinder droid landed at one of the few outer post dock. As Tatis stood up Daxla stops him saying, "You still need to rest, stay here with Uraz and I'll get what we need. And don't worry Uraz I have a weapon with me". As she left Tatis went back to looking through Sultat's trunk the man that was simply his only father figure was killed and his belonging were now his. Inside Tatis found his old Tanto its black metal exterior combined with the gold inlay designed of sunflowers was the only thing he had to his life before Delteu'n. His ponytail still hanging over his left shoulder he continued looking through the trunk.
He soon found a book that had a wonderful design on it cover as Tatis began to read he soon came to a realization. Just as Uraz came into the room with a smile with Daxla behind him not sharing the smile Uraz had. Daxla, "Tatis we have to talk more over we have to show you this". Uraz pulled a hollow disk out from his belt with a smile as Tatis's face popped up with a bounty sheet around it.
Uraz, "Kid you're wanted for five thousand credits not only killing that Jedi but aiding in my escape apparently. So it looks like we will be hanging out from now on. Kid ready to do some smuggling work". Looking from his hands, to theirs, then back into his lap where Sultat's book still remained Tatis only shook not sure how to respond. He once again like in his early childhood had no family but guardians taking their place.
As Uraz pulled away from the port and back into the black of space Tatis read the stories of ever one who had Sultat's book. Each one wrote and spoke of their lives. Passing the book to some one new each time Tatis was filled with wonder as he read Sultat's. Sultat was a bounty hunter before he met an older priest that had the book. Once Tatis finished Sultat's story the name 'Owl' kept coming up in several points in his life.
As his tale came to an end the full name of Owl was addressed only by Owl Man. Sultat had to know this guy and Tatis didn't know it but something was off. He wanted to meet this Owl but didn't know why or even how. It was late as they landed in the lone outpost planet to get some new clothes. As Tatis, Uraz, and Daxla went from various venders at the outpost Tatis couldn't help but wonder how to find the Owl. Keeping his face hidden with a red long scarf Tatis looked around the small shops. Making his way passed the crowd he stopped at the stand next to a small vender. Compared to the other vender this small woman's shop was just a single wooden mat with several cloths on it.
Crouching to get a better look he saw that she was a sleep. Looking from her face to her wares he could see that they were not cloths but masks. Touching a blue one it was soft as well as smooth with the tread stitching visible. As he looked more Tatis's did not see his swords handle brush past the woman's hair startling her. Snatching Tatis scarf she pulled saying, "It is not wise to interrupt some one sleeping let alone the elder of the young". Tatis, "Sorry I didn't mean to I was just looking".
With his scarf still in her hand his scarf became undone around a part of his face. Dose revealing his silver and red bangs to the elder her eyes widen at his hair. Trying to cover back up only for her hands to reach out and stop him. Elder, "If you want to hid try this mask". Placing a red mask under his long scarf and fixing it over his head Tatis was confused. Seeing into his now white-eye covers that took the place of his eyes she spoke, "I can tell that you have been through much but you need guidance. Look for the one at the end to if you seek more." Moving to pay her for the mask Tatis's hand was quickly shoved away from his pocket.
Elder, "Now go before I really give you hell boy". Thanking her with a low bow of his head Tatis left his long red scarf now wrapped around his neck as the two ends now hung along his back. Finally finding a shop that had art and writing equipment Tatis bought the things he needed and went back to the ship.
Daxla was arguing with Uraz over letting Tatis go off on his own as Tatis walked in she stopped and looked at him with worry only a mother could show. Uraz, "See he's fine now lets get going". Pulling off the mask Tatis said, "I'm leaving". This stopped Uraz in his track as he turned Daxla just remained speechless. Uraz, "Look I know it won't be easy but we can make a lot of money…" Stopping him Tatis said, "Uraz it's not about money its about adventure. I want some thing more from my life and after reading Sultat's journal I think I know who I have to go to…I have to find Owl Man".
Daxla, "Tatis are you sure you want that. That man is not known to have a lot of friends and not a lot of people live very long with him around. He's a bounty hunter yes but I just don't know if Sultat wanted you to meet him". Looking at her Tatis pulled Sultat's book from the backpack slung around his back. Tatis, "I found his name and some number written next to it in Sultat's last entry of him. I want a life that will surprise me. Not one with the same thing happening every day. I'm sorry to say it as if it was boring to know every one else but I just…"
Uraz hand found Tatis shoulder as he spoke. Uraz, "Kid I knew from the way your eye's lite up at my story you wanted this kind of life. I won't stop you but you have to promise me you won't get killed before you make a name for your self". With a stern nod an a small smile Uraz said, "Well if you want to find Owl Man it's going to be hard and we won't be able to help you. But I can take you to where those numbers say". With another nod Tatis gave Uraz the numbers and they flew of to the S'clt System.
Uraz ship exited hyperspace as they slowly came to the planet G. No one really knows why G is the tile of a planet but the people who knew won't talk about it. Daxla was sitting with Tatis as he moved the trunk under the cot and packed a duffle bag full of his things. Daxla, "I hope you get every thing you want Tatis just make sure you look for us after ok". With a nod Uraz signaled them from the cockpit saying, "Tatis your going to have to jump into the tree line and make it on your own. Good luck kid you'll need it to find him".
With that Tatis slung the heavy duffle over his shoulder and strapped it to his pack. Then pulled the mask over his head as he moved to the trapped door next to the escape pod. Daxla stood by him waiting for the moment after they reach the low tree line she tapped Tatis back. With a leap he was then free falling into the trees below. As he tried to catch a branch or two they snapped all the way to the ground. As his fall continued he slammed into a thick branch with his side. Only to slide off again then crash into more before hitting the ground. With groans from his throat Tatis slowly picked him self up and with no direction in mind.
After a few days of walking Tatis found him self in a small village. Walking around the small brick houses Tatis asked them if they knew any one called Owl. Some began to avoid him until a small boy stopped him. With his hand held out Tatis gave him nearly one hundred credits. The kid pointed towards two large hills saying, "The city is nearly eighteen miles that way some one there might know". Patting his head Tatis went on his way.
G was cover in lush forests and with long winding cave systems. But it was always misty or even raining. Tatis soon after a few more days of walking saw a woman and man dead along the roadside. 'I can't just leave them like this'. With his mind made up Tatis gave the two a quick burial. After Tatis gave the small service he began his walk once more. To him the slim road went on for what felt like miles. In reality he really did walk a few miles only stopping a few times to eat. His mind was now hardwired to find the Owl. A man that was held in a respective place in his guardian's journal.
As the road became a little wider Tatis stopped to see the sun now hanging over the horizons edge. He quickly climbed a tree spreading a tarp as not to fall and drifted off to sleep. The next day Tatis back, legs, and shoulder joints screamed as well as groaned at him. The idea to walk a little longer today lingered in his mind but his muscles kept trying to push the idea away. At a slow pace Tatis still felt his muscles moan at his idea to keep going. Tatis tasked it as another obstacle he needed to pass and just went forward. Three days of a routine of sleep, walk, food, and small breaks in the day. That was it but the fourth day brought something he did not expect as the trail he followed snaked past a large open field he soon heard the screams and shouts from that direction.
With nearly every one of his joints screaming at him to leave the noise be Tatis went off into a steady sprint. Pushing past several bushes and low hanging branches he stopped just short of exiting the tree line. What he saw was horrible and brought back his nightmares of Delteu'n. Tatis looked on as a caravan of small hover speeders was attacked by a group of armed droids as they opened fire. Dropping his belongings into a bush Tatis made his dash into the fray. Pulling his blade that he now calls Creed Tatis slashed at several droids. Even with the aid of his unique style Tatis's body lashed out demanding him to stop.
Some droids took notice of Tatis and began to fire at him, only to keep Tatis at a short distance. Some of the people of the caravan got their wits and attacked back. As the last couple of droids fled Tatis turned to help the group of Humans and some Nautolans. With thanks and a few hugs the caravan helped Tatis to get closer to a city. Within four days Tatis was walking down the rain covered streets of Dawn city. It was known to have a lot of bars that would give information as long as you paid.
Few even looked at Tatis after he said who he was looking for. One bartender even told security to escort Tatis out. Tatis was now nearly three weeks into his search when an old man bumped into his shoulder. Looking down at the puddle at his feet Tatis saw a little piece of paper. Picking it up before it got too wet it only said a lone address. Remembering the address Tatis went to a directory to give him better direction. The Charingan at the booth was nice she didn't seem that mean like some others would make them sound. Tatis, "Hi can you tell me were 3884 Finlt is". She smiled at him saying, "Now why would a sweet sounding guy in a mask want to go there". Tatis, "My dad passed away I was told to go there to talk to a friend".
With a smile she said, "Now that's sweet what you need to do is take the rail cars to Hyper port, then find your way to Stream Nights Mountain. Then just ask around and you'll find the address".
With a bow Tatis thanked her as she waved him off Tatis felt like he was making progress. Buying a ticket then boarding the rail car it was announced to be eight days before they could get to the Hyper port. Tatis chose to just read as the days went on looking around the car on the third day he saw a few people gambling. The group was contrived of three Weequay's as Tatis came closer they soon took notice of his wonder. Weequay, " Say friend do you want to play… what humans call it… twenty one".
With an eager nod Tatis sat beside the Weequay's and they played putting up a few more credits as they played. Tatis won a few hands but soon left as a group of security droids came over telling them to stop their activity. Finding a corner behind some crates Tatis read and slept for the remaining days. Arriving at the port Tatis took notice of a wanted list seeing his face in the most wanted of five thousand others. Exhaling at the turn of his life Tatis pressed on, once more begin told where to find transport Tatis was eager to find the Owl.
Walking down to the ports ground level seeing so many run for a ride or waiting for one was really some thing. 'If only home was like this I wouldn't have gotten bored with so many new faces'. Tatis then went outside to the public speeders only to find none going to Stream Nights. Walking over to a booth he asked, "Why is no one going to Stream Nights"? Booth operator, "Stream Nights are you nuts or got a death wish fool? Them bosses are having their talks right now no one can get in. come back in three weeks them we'll get rides going there again".
Tatis was filled with disappointment only for his voice to peak out saying, "How far of a walk is it from here"? Looking up from his keypad the operator looked at Tatis saying, "By foot it will take you over fifteen days and a few more to climb all the steps up the side of the mountain". Tatis, "Which way"? Simply pointing down a snaking river bed Tatis got his first look at where he need to go. 'Just hope I don't get in even more trouble'.
It was a nightmare walking along the winding river Tatis tripped was met by another obstacle. The ground near the river was so moist it was like walking in wet sand for him. Not use to the feeling Tatis progress was slowed to a crawl. Inch by inch he pushed on only stopping to climb a tree for the misty nights. Longer than told Tatis made it to the mountains steps, his mud slandered pants and shoes showed abuse. With a sigh he continued his climb up the stairs. The stair went around, in and out of the mountain side. Slowly the mud on his legs began to crack some of it even fell off. After nearly six days Tatis felt the strong wind nearly blow him to his feet. Peering through the mist Tatis eyes adjusted to make out a large bridge. With a path only wide enough for one Tatis began his journey again. With both wind and really wobbly metal planks Tatis had to walk slowly at first only later to transformation into an even pace.
Tatis knew he could not sleep very long on the bridge the idea of falling to his death was not very fond to him. With three days on the bridge Tatis saw no end in sight but into the fourth day Tatis heard something he wasn't very familiar with. Walking more the sounds echoed closer until the shadowy form of a man slowly came from the opposite end. The sound was coming from an instrument he was playing which had green quilt like patterns. With a number of pipes coming from different places on the semi round shack under his burly arms. His ginger hair was un-kept the same green quilt pattern was on a skirt he wore. His arms lay bare with only two metal pieces on his shoulder, neck, and some of his chest. His stomach was odd Tatis never save many humans but it was always odd to see any large bodied human.
Looking down Tatis saw only one of his burly legs the other was a metal cylinder. As the two approached the large mans music became slightly better but remained a blur for his ears. As they stood in front of one another the man stood well over his head. At five eleven in height Tatis was over the average for his age but this man stood well over him at least another two feet.
Man, "I see you like the me bagpipes lad. But I'm going to have to tell you ta move I need ta get ta the oth'r side". Looking back Tatis said, "But I've been walking for nearly four days I can't just turn back and start over". Man, "Lad I can tell ya in a hurre but I need ta go now. If ya won't move back I'll just make ya move". Reaching to his back he pulled a large double edged sword saying, "Well ya red scarf, scraggy little bugger I'll tell ya this I didn't want ta kill till I got back. But looks like I won't be keepa that promise". With a downward swing Tatis pulled Creed to deflect and retaliate. (Author note; If you haven't figured it out this guy is Similar to the Scotts man from Samurai Jack).
Blow after blow echoed into the air as Tatis stabbed forward he cut in the man's bagpipes. Man, "Yo've don it now laddy, I'm going to tur'n ya head into a mug". Strike after strike counter after counter was exchanged. Tatis dodged but soon with hours of attacks behind them they show how tired they were. But Tatis wouldn't let it go saying, "I won't let any one stand in my way I must meet Owl to find my path in life". Catching the mans attention Tatis leapt into the air and brought his sword down hard on his blade. Knocking the mans blade loose Tatis trained his blade at the mans neck. Tatis," Look I need to meet Owl before he disappears…so please move my friend".
Picking up his sword the man leaned to the side saying, "Go ahead lad if ya need to meet Owl so bad tell them the Scotts man sent ya". Handing his damaged bagpipes to Tatis the Scotts man stood to the side so that Tatis could proceed. After another few days Tatis was at Stream Nights gates only for the guards to tell him to turn back. Pulling the bagpipes from his bag Tatis spoke, "The Scotts man said I could pass I need to get inside". Without a word they parted and the gates slide to one side ever so slightly.
Tatis found the city was not only empty but any form of business was also closed. Looking for anything that could seem like an address Tatis walked on. Soon it became clear that some one was running turning the corner Tatis was slammed into some one. With a recognizable groan the slim figure now lying next to Tatis was a woman. Her figure was just like any other slim with ample portions that brought out her curves. Tatis still didn't care for woman in a sexual way so he merely aided her to stand back up. Once standing she said, "I don't know if I should thank or hurt you for ohh damn.." As she ran off Tatis then saw her outfit it was like a red and black jester costume that fitted her figure very well. (Author Note; if you don't see the picture I'm drawing she is Harley Quinn).
As she ran several thugs came down from the opposite end of the street taking the hint Tatis moved into their way. Tatis, "Guy's what ever you're thinking think it over a little longer". Without an answer they charged Tatis fists and various metal objects in hand. Sidestepping a few Tatis pulled his Katana and swung at the thugs aimed at joints only, Tatis took down the thugs with easy. Realizing that the woman was still running Tatis run after her. Once again rounding a corner Tatis was met by a piece of two by four.
Stumbling back Tatis looked up to see the same girl her crimson red lipstick and eye shadow match the white face paint she had on. Woman, "Shit..Sorry hone I thought you were some one else. So thanks for um helping me… I guess, not a lot of guys would do that". Tatis spoke up, "If a man doesn't help a woman two things are either happening they either are really close to dying or they're just a piece of shit coward. And since neither was happening to me I choice to help you. But can I ask where does Owl Man live I need to find him".
Woman, "Hun if your looking for the Owl's place just follow this street to the end then just follow the little creak". With a thanks and a low bow Tatis took his leave of the woman as Tatis left he did not hear her say, "I finally meet a guy that's good at the job and I didn't get his name. I even let him go to see the Owl. Hope I can see him again".
As Tatis went to the end of the creak He found the largest home he had ever seen. He couldn't believe some one lived there. As Tatis made his was to the gated fence he saw that barbs ran along the whole thing. Circling the whole place Tatis chose to use the ridge behind the mansion to get onto the grounds. As Tatis got close to entering he slipped and slide several feet grabbing onto the side of the ridge he slide into a hole in the ridge side. Looking around Tatis found he was in a cave. Taking this as a gift he slowly made his way forward to see what he could find. Only the path just went deeper he soon came to a stop as he stood in a large chamber to then hear a voice from the shadows. Voice, "You either have a very big death wish or are very stupid". Turning Tatis's mind could not register what happened until it was too late.
Smiles: what is with you and cliffhangers for the last few days that's all you can think of.
Jester putting down his controller; Relax I know it a pain but it pays off in the end don't worry. Also people please review it helps to hear some kind of comment.
Smiles; Plus no flamers we just do this for fun but what I'm about to do is really fun.
Turning around Jester saw Smiles trained a gun at him and shout; PEACE OFF EVERY ONE AND WE'LL HUG YOU LATER.