Son of Mandalore
Chapter Six: Concord Dawn
Mandalore the Freedom: He doesn't dislike her for the fact she's from Vizsla, the origin for his feelings is more from what he knew (ex imperial) believed her to be a traitor to their culture though through interactions between the two she begins to change his viewpoints. Reasoning for his actions will be hinted within the upcoming chapters, we'll get a Anakin Tusken Raider confession type talk about Kandosii and the last Jedi he killed which could get interesting…
Thanks for the grammatical advice, I often read over my stories but it's usually quite hard to spot an error in your own work should look for a beta really :/ His mother is Bo-Katan Kryze and the 'new mandos' which I guess after the failed uprising are no longer new again merged with Clan Ordo, backstory needs to be written out and possibly visited in a chapter. For now all that's known is that Vrom and Bo-Katan had Kandosii pretty soon after the uprising against Maul.
I don't think Ezra-Sabine teaching/learning about Mandalorians way of life is shown in the show that much mainly because the doctrines between the two are practically polar opposites one is a code that practices peace and the other is a code of how combat is necessary to build upon character and Sabine sort of understands that her teaching him about her people's way of life would be counter-productive for his learning. I have some plans to try and induct Ezra into training with Kandosii and Sabine in his quest to defeat the Sith.
I agree with your analogy of the situation its perfect, he respects Fenn Rau as he is a traditionalist and revered warrior but he takes Imperial money so he sees him in somewhat neutrally after finding out about this (for Mandalorians) whereas he truly hates Gar Saxon and his clear Imperial ties and how virtually claims to be 'Mand'alor' he's the Imperial Viceroy of Mandalore (to be delved into more detail later) I'd definitely be interested in an OC send a brief bio and I'll see what I can do to work them into the story.
I hope these are answers that shed some light on some of your questions Thanks for the review dude nice to be asked questions about the story.
uzumaki54: I'm sorry to have not updated in a while, been really busy with work and another story which I had neglected, after this chapter I should be close to where I want to be so hopefully get two chapters out before Jan 10th that's the plan .
HarmonyGirl567: Thanks a lot, hope this is chapter is interesting, I often have trouble working on filler chapters to get to a location/time/episode where I have ideas about one now being Twilight of the Apprentice where I'm hoping for a great finale.
Aboard Phoenix Home
"Yes, we need a new hyperspace route in and out of the Lothal sector"
"I may have a perfect shortcut, the system of Concord Dawn it's a Mandalorian colony and not an Imperial territory yet" Sabine informed
"Why not? They've grabbed up just about every other place"
"Concord Dawn is known for its elite warriors, they were brought in to train clones back in the war. Even the Empire thinks twice about a fight with them and other Mandalorians"
"The question is who are they loyal to, the empire does occupy their home world of Mandalore, so Imperial influence could be a factor"
"Years before the clone wars the Mandalorians were already at war with each other this group calls themselves the protectors apparently, they like to make up their own rules and are our best bet as they aren't aligned to any other Mandalorian clans"
"Who exactly gave you this information? From what I remember you had to be connected to know about activities of the clans and no offence girl you aren't exactly connected to the society" Rex questioned
"Kandosii Ordo gave me the hyperspace route and says that they aren't aligned with Clan Ordo or the Imperial Mandalorians" Sabine informed looking towards those around the briefing area and could see several if not all were conflicted Ezra however stepped out and began to speak.
"The bounty hunter who tried to kill us? How can we trust this information? What happens if we walk into a trap setup by him? maybe these protectors aren't interested in being friends and decide to attack the fleet" Sabine looked at Hera requesting some support hoping that Hera believed her, Kandosii had no reason to lie about them being Imperial supporters he attacked them.
"We are limited in our options but these Mandalorians are our best bet for safe passage around the mid-outer rim if we do not act upon this they could be recruited by the Empire adding to our list of enemies. We should try diplomacy ask for safe passage through their system and maybe the next step could be recruiting them to our cause" Hera spoke addressing everyone on the command bridge, Commander Sato shook his head
"Diplomacy? Warriors like these only understand strength"
"He's got a point…" Sabine added in cautiously hoping not to endanger this chance
"This will work I have faith in Sabine and this is critical for the alliance's chances in this area of the galaxy"
"Very well Captain Syndulla, the mission is yours" Commander Sato submitted.
"Mind if I tag along" Sabine asked as Hera began leaving the bridge.
"I was hoping you'd ask…"
Concord Dawn
"So… this is Concord Dawn huh, sure looks like it's seen a war"
"This system has seen more than a hundred wars; my people don't need a reason to start a fight"
"Look ahead we have visitors" Hera informed the rest of the squad as protector fighters closed in towards them.
"Everybody stay sharp"
"Attention unregistered ships, this is Fenn Rau protector of Concord Dawn you are trespassing identify yourselves" came the com feed from the lead fighter.
"We come in peace protector" Hera replied
"Peace? That's not a word I hear often, state your mission" Rau demanded
"We request safe passage through your system"
"Well that depends who is asking?"
"Those who would stand with Concord Dawn against… the Empire"
"So, you're the rebels I've heard about, unfortunate for you"
"You haven't heard what we have to say"
"I don't need to out here I act in the name of the Empire" Rau's craft suddenly accelerated backwards behind the formed-up rebel ships and began opening fire.
"Hold on protector…" Hera tried to reason with Rau but he shot down one of the phoenix fighters.
"Hera what do we do?" Sabine asked confused trying to avoid incoming fire from Rau's wingmen
"I don't think their interested in talking Hera…"
"Phoenix squadron take evasive action!" Hera shouted the fighters split off from her lead but the incoming fire was too much for one of the phoenix wings who was hit before exploding and veered off towards the asteroids.
"Spectre five and phoenix two get out of here"
"There's too much fire I can't get an opening"
"He's right there's too much fire if we attempt to jump we'll be cut to pieces"
"go to heading 215 I'll get you your opening"
"What about you!"
"Just follow orders Sabine!"
"Roger that" Sabine huffed before beginning to take that heading
"That's it protector follow me" Hera spoke to herself
"what are you up to?" Fenn Rau muttered about the manoeuvring of Hera's fighter
"Hera where's the opening?"
"prepare to jump"
"Co-ordinates set, thanks Phoenix Leader" phoenix two successfully managed to jump into hyperspace.
"Get going Sabine"
"Not without you!"
"Just go! I'll be right behind you" Sabine dodged out of the way of Fenn Rau's laser fire and jumped but Hera was hit several times before jumping into Hyperspace, Sabine emerged from hyperspace removing her helmet
"Sabine what happened we picked up a distress call, where's Hera?" Kanaan questioned
"She was right behind me, Kanaan we didn't have a chance these Mandalorians work for the Empire too my intel was off" Sabine looked over her shoulders frantically hoping to find Hera, finishing angrily. Hera's fighter emerged from Hyperspace ruined and inoperable the rebels on the bridge saw the damage first Kanaan rushing forward to hit the com button.
"Hera, can you hear me, HERA" Sabine looked to the left of her fighter seeing the damage gasping in shock.
"I see her, I see her Kanaan it's bad… you've got to hurry please hurry" Sabine sounded desperate.
Sabine was pacing the floor outside the medicbay, she'd convinced her to go this was all her fault. She shouldn't have believed Kandosii… she just couldn't make sense of it, why help reintroduce her to her family and save her life just to let the protectors try and kill her and her friends. She stopped thinking about it and decided that their next meeting she would find out as well as knock him down a peg or two. The door opened and Ezra, her and Zeb charged in.
"How is she?
"her vitals are stabilizing she just needs rest and she will make a full recovery"
"This is my fault I shouldn't have left her or listened to him"
"There's nothing you could have done, I'm just glad your both back in one piece. Commander Sato wants the details of what happened" Kanaan informed.
"Yeah I'll be right there"
"Ok"
"I'm so sorry Hera, they're going to answer for this" Sabine held Hera's hand looking at the state she was in, bandaged and bruised all over she shouldn't have left her… If only she had stayed maybe they'd both be alright. She walked off to the bridge to give her report.
"Fenn Rau, the protector of Concord Dawn, that's who did this, that's who we're up against" Sabine stomped into the meeting a look of determination on her face.
"Rex that name sound familiar to you?" Kanaan questioned
"Sure does, Fenn Rau was a fighter pilot instructor for the Grand Army of the Republic, he also served at…"
"At the battle of Mygeeto, I know I was there"
"That was a long time ago"
"So, negotiating is off the table"
"Yeah, you want to negotiate… lets negotiate by destroying their ability to attack us, I tracked them from Concord Dawn's third moon they must have a base there" Sabine angrily spoke getting louder.
"If they scan our fleet approaching their fighters will cut us to pieces"
"Well I guess we'll have to hit them before they can take off" Kanaan stated
"You think you can infiltrate their base?
"I believe I can" Kanaan informed
"We can take out their fighters all of them"
"hmm its risky but I approve"
"Well I don't, this is a solo mission I'm already one man down I won't risk anyone else" the ghost crew looked shocked he'd never done this before. Sabine came forward
"Kanaan I know the Mandalorians you need me on this mission"
"No way, we're a team… You can't go without us" Zeb and Ezra added both standing in front of the door
"Alright I'll take Chopper but that's all and this is not open for further discussion come on chopper… come on Chopper" Kanaan said Chopper beeped begrudgingly obviously not wanting to go.
Sabine angrily turned away from Kanaan and looked back to the Holoprojection of Fenn Rau glaring heatedly.
Concord Dawn
"Chopper load up the intel Sabine gathered we can pinpoint where their base is" Kanaan asked with Chopper beeping in response.
"What do you mean just ask her"
"He means I'm standing right behind you, better jam those scanners"
"What are you doing here!" Kanaan demanded
"You must be pretty distracted not to have noticed I stowed away so what are you really up to?" Sabine answered back knowing that Kanaan would have most likely sensed her on board and to try and divert attention away from her.
"You heard Sato's orders I'm gonna destroy those fighters before they can take off" Kanaan tried to lie but Sabine was having none of it.
"I know you better than that…"
"Fine, I'm going to finish Hera's mission we need to recruit the Mandalorians to join the rebellion"
"What are you thinking! The protectors almost killed Hera"
"I'm thinking we can still offer them a chance to change, everyone deserves a chance"
"uhhhh you know this Jedi philosophy stuff doesn't work for everyone"
"That's why we're at war" Kanaan finished Sabine crossed her arms and looked exasperated, Mandalorians didn't 'do' diplomacy. An Imperial shuttle landed whilst Sabine was carrying out her recon of the base and she saw an officer with a box of what she assumed were credits followed by weapons and supplies.
"Looks like the Empire bought their loyalty"
"See the Mandalorian accepting the credits that's their leader Fenn Rau"
"Here is the payment for the next rotation" An Imperial officer spoke to Fenn Rau whilst a Stormtrooper pushed supplies towards the waiting Protectors.
"This arrangement is working to your benefit, I encountered a squadron of rebels"
"The rebel fleet!?" The officer looked alarmed
"Not an entire fleet couple of fighters but my men and I took care of them"
"If they return be sure to contact us" Rau gave a mock salute before walking towards the mess hall in his camp.
"So how do you suppose your negotiations are going to go? What's the deal if you fail to recruit the Mandalorians"
"You give me a chance to recruit them and if not then you get to blow up their fighter's deal?" Kanaan asked.
"Not just the ships Rau has to pay for what he did to Hera"
"Let's hope it doesn't come to that…" Kanaan said before sneaking towards Fenn Rau leaving Sabine to plant the charges around the base.
Mess Hall
"Pretty bold to sneak onto my base, I'm going to assume you're one of those rebels I dealt with earlier"
"That's a pretty good guess but not the entire truth"
"I don't recognise you so before I gun you down why don't you tell me what you want?"
"We never met but I do know you, in fact I came to thank you in the clone wars you fought in the third battle of Mygeeto and I was there…" Kanaan placed his lightsaber on the table showing that he was a Jedi gaining Rau's attention.
"So, you're a survivor, that explains how you got past my men" Rau put his blaster away knowing that a Jedi wouldn't attack him in this situation.
"My master Depa Bilaba and I were pinned down, trapped by droids. You and your skull squadron flew into the Separatist fire over and over to cover us you saved our lives" Kanaan recounted the day as if he were still there, Rau looked nostalgic.
"That was a long time ago, I was younger and more reckless. To be honest I don't see what that has to do with you being here"
"You gave me a chance to live that day now I'd like to return the favour" Rau frowned
"I already fought one losing war for the Jedi I won't be fighting another"
"You can't possibly believe in the Empire"
"I believe they have the strength to defeat you and the resources to back it up why would I fight the Empire when destroying you is so much easier?"
"You must know that the Empire isn't interested in sharing their power in the end everyone is their enemy if we don't stand together then we're all alone"
"Alone is who we are" Rau said speaking about his people.
"Sir we have an infiltrator"
"Don't worry I have the Jedi under control"
"I don't know anything about this Jedi but a Mandalorian trespasser has invoked the code she claims she's Clan Vizsla".
"I assume she came here with you?" Rau asked Kanaan
"Let me handle this…" Kanaan made to walk outside but was stopped by Rau.
"I'm afraid it is out of your control now Jedi" Rau said before he took off running outside Kanaan quickly on his heels.
"Sabine I thought we had an agreement" Kanaan asked slowly
"They started it" Sabine childishly responded
"Your house is an enemy to the Protectors, call out your opponent for combat to the death"
"I thought you'd never ask, I call out you Fenn Rau you're going to pay for what you did to Hera" Sabine let out exasperatedly
"Just like I said you rebels fight battles you can't win, I assume Hera is the pilot I shot to pieces earlier I guess she didn't make it?"
"She's alive, barely" Sabine's eye twitched angrily
"I got to admit this is an interesting development one of you came here to befriend me, the other to kill me…" Rau mused out loud.
"We can't let you attack our fleet but we'd rather leave here as friends"
"He's already the enemy"
"Sabine, you know this isn't what Hera wanted she didn't want to create enemies and she wouldn't want you to die"
"I'm not planning on dying"
"I'm afraid the only way you're getting out of here alive is if she kills me and that isn't going to happen"
"What is it with you Mandalorians never knowing how to solve anything except through the end of a blaster, Sabine you don't want to do this you're no better than him"
"You have to trust me
"Sabine, you make this choice and win or lose the Empire is going to be all over this system and the fleet"
"Kanaan, you need to stop talking now" Rau goes to draw but Sabine is faster and shoots the blaster out of his hand.
"There are alternatives to killing" Sabine says before detonating the explosives on the grounded ships, Kanaan grabbed her arm and quickly ran into the mess hall leaving the dazed Mandalorians before they were surrounded, Rau got to his feet and spotted his fighter.
"Capture them alive I want them to watch their fleet burn"
Phoenix Home after the mission
Rau is captured and aboard Phoenix home with the all clear to use the Hyperspace route, both Sabine and Kanaan escort Fenn Rau onto the flagship and into the custody of rebel troopers.
"Welcome to the Rebellion" Kanaan joked with Rau
"Right now, we're only friends because we have to be" Rau informed before being led away
"What does that mean?" Sabine asked Kanaan
"Well the Empire doesn't make a habit of rescuing people and the last thing Rau wants is Imperial ships all over his territory which is exactly what he'd get if they found out he was our prisoner"
"Kanaan, Sabine. Hera wants to see you!" Ezra ran up to them
"I hear we're taking prisoners now" Hera joked
"Ahh I like to think of it as more of a reluctant recruit"
"It was better than the alternative, we're not at war with the Protectors and there was no need to take their lives if we didn't have to"
"Sabine your sounding more and more like a Jedi than a Mandalorian"
"I guess I've just been raised right" Sabine said and Kanaan smiled proud of the Mandalorian.
"That reminds me I've got to go and have a 'talk' with a certain Mandalorian about his 'intel'" Sabine gritted her teeth before walking out of the medicbay her fists clenched.
"I'm glad I'm not him she sounds mad" Kanaan joked
"Don't let her hear you say that or she might come after you too, love" Hera smiled as Kanaan's face paled slightly.
Kando's in trouble! An angry Sabine incoming and the rebels can use the hyperspace routes
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Feel free to PM me or leave a review if you have any questions and I'll try and answer. Here are some questions for all of you guys please please answer them
Would you rather serve under the empire as a Stormtrooper (with their bad armour and shooting abilities) or be a battle droid in the Separatist Alliance and why?
Would you rather be a Jedi or a Sith and why?
Fight for the Rebellion or Galactic Empire and why?
What type of Lightsaber(s) would you use: i.e. doubled bladed, single blade, inquisitor saber. As well as what colour :P
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