Phantasy Star Horizon
ESKK: Well here we go the third chapter let's get started.
(Star Dark Falz Collective on Coruscant)
The three Dark Falz's, Persona, Gemini, and Luther stood looking down upon the capital of the Republic. The building they were on wasn't one paid attention to by the masses. After all who ever looks upon the very top of any building in this city? As they looked down upon the masses going about their day Persona was oddly silent in comparison to most times. As they all stood there it was clear they each had a plan rolling on how to make themselves known to this Galaxy.
"So we are all clear on the plan?" Luther asked as he acted as strategist among them.
"Of course, though as much as it galls me to do it, we need to prove that we are not to be disregarded." Apprentice said as she clearly didn't want to do it this way.
"We need to spread Chaos." Gemini M said as he stood with his twin.
"We need to cause discord." Gemini F said both explaining to Apprentice what must be done.
"Of course." Luther began as he then turned around taking his leave. "Now if you will excuse me I best go before questions are asked." Luther asked and thus took his leave of his fellows and in turn Apprentice had to ask.
"Are you sure we can pull this off without Elder?" Apprentice asked and thus Luther the Fallen chuckled.
"Of course, in fact I factored that in fact this might just be what we need to draw out our alley." Luther said knowing it's been some time since they were all together as one. Once he was done he left in the method they all tend to do.
All the while Persona was glaring at one building in particular as he gripped the necklace in his hand. As he looked he then sighed and got ready to move. "I'll go make the preparations, you all head to your places." Persona said surprising Apprentice when he gave orders. But before he could retort Persona jumped down to head down to the streets below. He used the building side and the nearby ones to make his way down to blend in with the masses of people.
"Damn him." Apprentice growled before she too took her leave to get ready for her role in this. Meanwhile Gemini looked to each other and then left as well feeling a tad bit hungry at the moment.
(Scene Break Arks Fleet)
The Fleet was making the final stretch of its journey to Coruscant as they traveled with the Republic Fleet to their destination. As the ARKs fleet travelled with the Republic fleet lead by the Resolute they had made small stops to avoid being met with any surprises since they needed to be sure in case the Falspawn tried something. They didn't know if they were able to chase them through the Hyper Lanes but it was still on the table.
On the Command Ship of the Fleet The Council of Six saw how Coruscant was coming into view as they knew things were about to change. They had each taken command of the fleet and certain aspects of it due to being the oldest players who still actively plays PSO2 so they knew the mechanics better than anyone. Furthermore it was the logical move since they each had jobs in real life perfect for the roles they now play. None of them would go into details but as is they were able to approach their jobs without much problem.
Regardless they still noted something off about themselves. They were acting like leaders to easily one might add. It was as if someone had applies some sort of passive skill or buff that allowed for them to perform this well. But for now they simply had to wait and see and hopefully face the challenge that was known as politics. But even they knew that foe was nothing in the face of the oncoming near unstoppable power of the Dark Falz and the Profound Darkness. But the bigger question was how to get the Republic to see them as allies and not enemies in the battles to come against the darkness of these eldritch entities. The only thing they could do at the moment was wait and hope for the best possible outcome. If not then to salvage what they can and hope they can make something out of it.
(Scene Break Resolute Command Deck)
After everything Anakin had seen in the galaxy he had assumed nothing could surprise him. Apparently the General was wrong after meeting the ARK's fleet and their Council of Six. After comparing Ahsoka's confrontation with the Dark Falz Apprentice and the Falspawn she had lead Anakin found himself a believer. Still to think such beings existed was mind blowing to say the least and that's not even factoring in the likes of certain Sith of the ancient path. Such examples of powerful Sith were of course Emperor Vitiate of the Sith Empire and even Dark Nihilus from the Old Republic.
Still his only hope now was that by forewarning the Republic they can properly prepare to face these Dark Falz and their Falspawns. Hopefully they can eliminate them before Galactic wide destruction was ever done. "Sir we're beginning to exit out of hyperspace." A bridge tech announced to which Anakin nodded to the helmsmen.
"Good." Anakin said as he then looked to another crewmate. "Try not to cause a panic when we arrive." Anakin said knowing full well that they could not afford that sort of chaos among the people.
"Yes sir." The Clone said and thus they began their exit from Hyperspace.
(Meanwhile with Yuvel's group)
As the quartet were once more gathered in the ARK's ship they saw how the fleet arrived at Coruscant with the Republic Fleet guiding them to their home. As they looked upon the planet in question they went over what they knew about it. Apparently it was the capital of the Republic and thus home to the Galactic Senate and the Jedi Temple.
"Well here we are." Reggie said as he looked to the planet standing before him.
"Yeah we're here." Zurna said while nodding knowing it was a long journey for them.
"Yeah." Yuvel said as he remembered all they had done to get here. Through many trials and struggles they all managed to arrive on this planet in one piece. First to this Galaxy where Yuvel swore it was like an Isekai Anime mixed with Lost in Space. In fact he can even imagine Reggie going, Danger-danger,' like the Robot from that series. But regardless they all made it safe and sound and now it was time to get to work.
"So I suppose we should all change to greet them." Laura said and thus the group all agreed.
"You mean you guys got to change I'm a CAST so I don't wear clothing very much." Reggie said and thus Yuvel rolled his eyes to this.
"Yeah great." Yuvel said and thus they got on moving. During their journey the group had also taken the time to start learning how to use the other classes and from what they gather the system for that had changed as well. The game had made it a point that you can change your class at any time you wish and from there learn a wide array of skills to use in combat against foes. In response the group had taken full advantage of this.
Laura for starters had started learning to use the Bouncer Class and was a quick study of that class style. She also had the intention of adding the Reaper Class to her arsenal but agreed to wait on it a bit till she knew more from the other Classes she currently had available. Her next Class of study was going to be the Summoner class seeing as she had a lot of gathered eggs with pets and had yet to start using or raising them to use in battle.
Reggie on the other hand knew his CAST body would not offer him room to do much and thus had started using the Hunter and Braver Classes to work well with his CAST body. So far it was a hard adjustment but anything to ensure their survival in this new world they had all found themselves in.
Zurna on the other had had begun to step away from the Bouncer Class herself and started working on using the Fighter and Ranger Classes. So far she had made excellent progress with them both but she had the most difficulty with the Ranger Class. Apparently a rifle and a bow were two different things in terms of use. Added the fact this body was not controlled by a game controller with auto lock on she had to adjust.
In the case of Yuvel though he had started adding the Braver and Gunner classes to his arsenal and intended to add the Hero Class as well. But before he tried that he intended to master the other classes first so he can get the feel of each available weapon. So far Yuvel was a quick study with the Braver and Gunner classes and was able to figure them out. He was in fact close to mastering them and once he was done he would move on to the next. Thankfully their journey had given the group an excellent head start on learning to use their weapons and classes to better be prepared so now it was all on them.
Still once they arrive a lot of things were going to change both good and bad. But it had to happen in order to defeat the darkness of the Dark Falz and hopefully destroy their creator the Profound Darkness. But until that time they had to focus on the present as now it was time for their Isekai ARKs fleet to join the Galactic Stage. The question hanging on everyone's mind was if they were all truly ready for it.
(Scene Break back with Anakin)
As they approached the planet Anakin and Obi-Wan looked to it as they knew they would want a full report why they were coming back with a fleet of ships. It was going to take a long while to explain things but they hoped they can stop a disaster before it gets too far. As they stood there it was Anakin who spoke up breaking the silence. "So any idea how to go about this?" Anakin asked knowing full well they had to play this carefully hence why he asked Obi-wan for ideas.
"Our best bet is to inform the Chancellor directly and also the Council. From what Ahsoka described the Falspawn the Jedi will need to know of this." Obi-Wan said as he was concerned over this whole event.
"Yeah that I can agree on for once." Anakin said as he knew it was for the best. He wasn't on the best of terms with the Council but even he knew whatever these Falspawn and Dark Falz want it wasn't a good thing for anyone and everyone currently involved.
Just then Admiral Yularen walked in as he looked to Anakin. "General Skywalker, we're receiving message from Coruscant. Chancellor Palpatine is anxious to hear from you again." Yularen reported as he was also sworn to secrecy about the ARKs Exploration Fleet, the Falspawn, and the Dark Falz as ordered by his General.
"As expected." Anakin said, turning to the Admiral and went to follow him. "Patch him through." Anakin said and in turn a small part of the crew got to work on that.
In turn the image of the aged and somewhat elderly Palpatine appeared above the bridge's main projectors. Palpatine let out a sigh of relief at seeing the Jedi he had been keeping his eye on since they met during the Naboo occupation when Anakin was only a young boy. Opening his eyes and facing the young Jedi, Palpatine spoke, "Ah, Anakin my boy. Thank goodness you're all right. It's been some time since your last communications with us." Palpatine greeted as he saw Anakin from his end. "Might I ask why your fleet is being accompanied by a larger fleet of unknown ships and what seems to be a space station?" Palpatine asked as he hoped they were not hostile.
"Yes my apologies, Chancellor. But the mission had hit a bit of a snag." Anakin began and continued on with it. "I can't exactly go into detail at the moment but I think we may have some new allies in this war." Anakin said as he looked to Palpatine who was most intrigued by this. "But the new allies also have brought with them a grave warning of their own." Anakin said as he knew the Republic needed to be made aware of the Falspawn and Dark Falz.
"I see." Palpatine said as he was curious as to what it was. "Well while we need you and Kenobi back if we're to keep the Republic and its citizens safe from the Separatists. More allies to help end this conflict is much appreciated." Chancellor Palpatine stated before asking, "Are you certain that you cannot tell me more about your new friends?"
"I'm sorry sir. I've been sworn to secrecy." Anakin admitted, not wanting to lie to the man who had been watching over him for since that time when they met on Naboo. He then hinted, "I'm sure that you'll have a delightful surprise when you see them. Since they wish to aid us." It was true though on multiple account more allies were needed especially if these Dark Falz guys end up escalating the conflict further." Having said his piece, Anakin nodded to Yularen to end the communication with the home planet of the Republic.
(Scene Break Coruscant)
Palpatine, confused by Anakin's knowing smile had conveyed orders to all of the clone troopers, senate guards, and Coruscant security members of their guests. Possible allies would be most useful in this war after all and he even had called the Jedi to help with negotiations. He looked over his desk to the senior members of the Jedi Council, Grand Master of the Jedi Order Yoda and Jedi Master Mace Windu, and asked, "What could be going on inside that boy's head?"
"Whatever it is, Skywalker and Kenobi have the support of the council." Mace Windu stated, in his usual calm demeanor.
Turning to the Jedi, Palpatine assured the two masters before him, "I don't have doubts about General Skywalker's intentions but that boy might cause me to go into an early grave if he's not too careful."
"Not soon, I hope." Yoda said as he sat in his chair. He and Mace Windu had felt a new darkness besides the Dark side of the Force. In fact, this new darkness appeared to make the Dark side even stronger. But the Force seemed to be rippling as well, as if a new energy had communed with the Force just as soon as Skywalker ad Kenobi had reached the site of their mission.
Just then the doors opened and in came a young woman with brown hair, tied in one of the Galaxy's hair styles. She wore robes of purple, trailing behind her that reached to the floor. This young woman was Padme Amidala, senator from the planet Naboo, dressed in her senatorial robes. She was Chancellor Palpatine's inner circle of loyalists since she had taken the office as Naboo's representative, after her two terms as the elected Queen of her home planet of Naboo came to an end before the Clone Wars began.
"Begging your pardon, Chancellor Palpatine, but have you heard from General Skywalker and Kenobi?" Padme asked, concerned for the two Jedi she has known very well. She was concerned for her husband. After the first battle on the desert world of Geonosis, Anakin and Padme had secretly married so that they could spend the rest of their lives together.
Smiling fatherly, Palpatine approached the senator, "As a matter of fact, my dear. We just got word that Kenobi and young Skywalker have encountered a new species and they are bringing them here for us to hear their story."
"A new species?" Padme asked, already praying that they have not gotten involved with the war.
Noticing that look, Palpatine approached her, "I understand your concerns, Senator, but if we do not do something, their planet and their people would become enslaved to the Separatists."
Padme remained silent before speaking her mind and her beliefs, "All the more reason why we should not think of involving them in the war. If we're in such a state then asking them to fight with us could it be just as dangerous as doing nothing."
Palpatine nodded, "I whole-heartedly agree with you, my dear. But if they could provide support of any kind I believe we should not be so dismissive of this chance. Please excuse me."
Padme, Mace Windu, and Master Yoda remained silent as they left Palpatine's office so that he could continue working. When they left, his face became more troubled as the Chancellor was left alone with his thoughts.
(Scene Break ARKs Fleet Gateway Ship)
The ARKs were all gathered in the Gateway Ship ready to ship out. Laura was currently dressed in her Sukunahime Divine: Shadow Outfit with the head piece to finish it. Meanwhile Yuvel was dressed in his Omnis Renato: Ruby outfit with a skin tight shirt under it. Most cases he would be wearing something on his face to make him look more badass but this wasn't a game and they didn't need that sort of situation going down at the moment. Reggie wasn't very fond of changing his appearance so he left himself as he was. But Zurna on the other hand went for the Silent Lied outfit for personal reasons.
Despite it bearing the mark of the Council of Six she didn't have much in terms of association with them. She wasn't a secret Rank Zero just waiting to be deployed to take on any dirty job that may come along for the shady Council. But still it was her thing in a way… that and they didn't want to wear the generic ARKS uniforms and outfits everyone wears when they start off around here. Seriously coloration and stickers are great and all but not as great as having your own personal duds to use. That and she was lucky the sticker function worked and she could change out the Council of Six symbol with a Skull Symbol instead.
Regardless the group were preparing to head down. Since they interacted with the Republic First they were taking point here. "Ok everyone got everything we need?" Yuvel asked as he looked to his closest friends.
"Yeap items in case things go so far south we start going up north, our weapons just in case, and a whole lot of smoke bombs." Reggie said as the group chuckled when they heard him.
"Hey Reggie added a few accessories to your outfit?" Zurna teased as she saw Reggie now had leg thrusters on, as well as a drill arm, and most of all back legs as well.
"Yeah figured might as well go in style y'know." Reggie said as he made a smiling gesture despite lacking a human face as a CAST.
"Ok." A new voice said and in turn they looked and saw four members of the Council of Six were here. The Four were the CAST Arthur, Xect, Yaga, and Noto one for each race it seems.
"Now then since you four had met with these people first you will be on point with us." Arthur said as he looked to the four ARKs agents on the ship with them.
"Question why aren't the girls here?" Laura asked as she raised her hands with some concerns here.
"Simply put." Xect began as he looked to the group. "They would no doubt lose their cool if they were down here." Xect admitted as Morgan was easily offended and Klara was haughty and ran the risk of being offensive.
"Try to act your pest and please… don't cause a scene." Noto said and thus they were in agreement here.
"No promises." Yuvel smirked as he crossed his arms with a smirk on his face.
This of course got some chuckles no doubt Yuvel was trying to lighten the mood for all of them. Regardless they had a job to do and that was to make peaceful relations with the Republic to gain allies against the Falspawn and the Dark Falz. In turn the felt the ship lurch a bit and thus they departed to meet with the Galactic Republic.
(Later on the Planet Landing Platform)
It was a simple escort for the group. First they would dock in the Shipyards for any needed repairs while the ARK's chosen representatives would go down to talk with Palpatine and the Senators. With a combination of both Republic gunships and ARKs Dropships they headed to the senate building to meet with Palpatine.
As both the gunships and dropships landed the ARK's Agents made their way off with their dropship and met with their provided Clone escort. The group walked up to the Chancellor who was outside to greet them. "You're excellency." Anakin greeted as he smiled to Palpatine who was accompanied by Padme.
"Ah Anakin my boy it's so good to see you again my friend." Palpatine greeted as he smiled to Anakin.
"Yes well I wish this meeting was all good news." Anakin said knowing he would have to come clean about what he had found on that planet.
"A private setting then hmm?" Yoda said as he was with them. "A new ally in the war you have young Skywalker." Yoda said as Reggie and Yaga were both trying to resist the urge to make comments seeing as they hardly understood what Yoda was saying.
"Yes this is them... or a small number of them." Anakin said as he gestured to the ARKs Agents. "And these are some of their leaders." Anakin said as he gestured to the four members of the Council of Six who accompanied them down. "Oh and small word of warning he's not exactly a 'droid,' like what your probably used to." Anakin added as Arthur walked over to the surprised Chancellor.
"Arthur Rank of 1 of the Council of Six." Arthur introduced as he looked to the old man offering his hand for a handshake. "My species are called CAST and before you ask yes we have sentience." The CAST explained and thus Palpatine smiled and shook Arthur's hand.
"A pleasure to meet you." Palpatine greeted as the Jedi were surprised to see a Sentient Droid of all things. "I assume you lead the Fleet currently within reach of our planet?" Palpatine asked and thus Arthur nodded to him.
"Well I'm one of the Six who leads it yes." Arthur explained to which Palpatine understood as much. "And before you ask yes we come in peace." Arthur added answering any questions he knew were floating in their heads but kept to themselves to avoid being rude to their guests.
"Well then a pleasure to meet you then." Palpatine said to which Arthur nodded to the Chancellor.
"Pleasure is all mine." Arthur responded and thus it was clear they were off to a good start on this subject.
"If I may, I suggest we take this conversation elsewhere." Obi-Wan said knowing they had to get this over with less any unwelcomed ears catches wind of this.
(Later Chancellors Office)
In the large office belonging to the Chancellor Palpatine saw the ARKs Agents were gathered with the Jedi in his office. At the moment Arthur, Anakin, and Yuvel were explaining what had occurred and the information pertaining to the Falspawn and the Dark Falz. Anakin and Ahsoka even added a few bits of information with Rex during they're encounter with them during Anakin's mission with Obi-Wan.
Currently images of the battle and any recovered security images from the planet showed that the group weren't lying. "This is most troubling." Palpatine said as he heard what the ARKs agents had said after the images ended. "With the current war at large the Republic will be stretched thin as is." He added as he knew from a larger stand point they would very well be looking at the end of the Republic.
"Troubling this is. To this answer you have?" Yoda asked as he looked to the new arrivals in the Chancellors office.
"Yes, we are the answer." Yaga said with a cocky enthusiastic grin on his face.
"Yes." Xect began as he took over the current conversation. "The Falspawn consume and corrupt everything they come into contact with but our Photon manipulation based powers counter act them." Xect said as he and his group got to the nitty gritty part of it. "So unless you discover how to use Photons like we do we may be your best if not only means to combat the Falspawn and Dark Falz." Xect added knowing full well since the Photoners in PSO2 lore were gone it was the only logical choice.
"Now Chancellor Palpatine, I must request to speak with your government in order to explain our reasons for coming to your galaxy unannounced." The Newman spoke and thus it was a good point to make. "If we wish to combat the Falspawn and the Dark Falz then we must hold a united front against them." Xect said and thus Palpatine nodded in agreement.
"And to that I strongly agree." Palpatine said as he knew a threat when he saw one. "I'll convene the Senate to hold an emergency session of the senate. We'll be waiting for you to come would you need to have use of our holographic projectors?" Sheeve asked to which Arthur nodded to the Chancellor.
"Yes so to help better explain what we will be dealing with." Arthur said knowing that they Galaxy needed to know. Hopefully they can stop the Dark Falz before the Profound Darkness makes an appearance.
(Scene Break Later that day)
True to his word, Palpatine summoned every Senator in the Republic to arrive in the Senate chamber to hear the ARKs fleet warning as to how they were discovered in their galaxy. Those that were otherwise occupied when the Arks fleet had arrived, were curious about what was going on.
Bail Organa, representative of Alderaan and one of the senators who had not witnessed the reason for their being summoned asked, "Excuse me, Chancellor Palpatine. But I believe I speak for all of us when I say this with utmost respect, Why are we here?"
Other senators began to voice their displeasure at being called away from their business or other important duties. "Patience senators, I know it has been not as long of a time since the last time we converged, but I assure you this is a situation of great urgency." Palpatine said as he then gestured to the nearby area. From there the Senate saw the Council of Six members, with some aid, approach the stand as it were via the hover platform.
As they floated about it was Xect who opted to speak while Yaga relaxed in the back seat of the platform they stood on. "Greeting members of the Galactic Republic. I am Xect of the Council of Six, these three are my fellow members, Arthur of the CAST, Yaga a human, and Noto a Deuman." Xect began as he looked to the senate. "Our ARKs Origin Exploration Fleet have arrived in your galaxy originally we had started off as an exploration fleet until we made contact with the Falspawn and in turn the Dark Falz." Xect said before Palpatine nodded to his Vice Chair, who nodded back and activated the holo-projector for all to see.
In turn images of the Falspawn and Dark Falz Apprentice during the last mission appeared on screen getting everyone's attention. "The Falspawn under orders of the Dark Falz seek to consume and corrupt everything and anything they come up against." Noto explained taking over the speaking for the group.
The snide senator from Umbara, Mee Deechi, looked and asked, "If what you say is true, would that not mean they are here because of you?"
"Indeed. I am curious about that myself." The elderly female Kaminoan Senator, Halle Burtoni, added, not trusting the members of ARKs on this subject.
"Perhaps." Xect began surprising the group over this information. "But after what you saw, a clear act of aggression from them, and most of all the fact they attacked us as much as they attacked you perhaps we are here because of them." Xect said easily turning the words of accusation against Senator Mee Deechi.
In turn Arthur spoke up taking command despite the people giving the CAST varying glares. "As it stands you don't have the proper capabilities to face the Falspawn or the Dark Falz with your current Clone Wars hence why ARKs would offer you our aid." Arthur said as he looked to the gathered Galactic Senate.
The group of ARKs oddly enough didn't have to wait long before one Senator spoke up. "You can't just come into our galaxy, act like you know better than us and demand that we callously accept your aid without going through the proper channels." The senator representative from the Techno Union, Gume Saam, shouted accusing at the ARKs members. More Senators in favor of for dealing with the Falspawn and the Dark Falz their way began to raise their voices of protest and negativity at the Lotus and her Tenno. Cleary they believed they can strike a deal with the Dark Falz unaware that they only want destruction and the revival of the Profound Darkness.
"Order! We will have order!" The Vice Chair, Mas Amedda ordered, attempting to get the Senate to silence as this incensed arguing would prolong the session longer than they need.
Looking over to the ARKs agents Chancellor Palpatine said, "Thank you for informing us of the situation. Please allow us to discuss the situation amongst ourselves so that we can come to a decision."
"Very well." Arthur responded with a nod and in turn the group docked their hover platform and left to let the Senate debate over this subject.
(Later outside the Senate chamber)
The members of the Council of Six left the chamber and met with the ARKs agents of Yuvel's party outside. Once they regrouped they began to walk down the hall to head to the waiting area set up for them. No doubt the Senate will be discussing what they can on how to approach this. The question was is if the Galactic Republic's Senate will heed their warning on how to approach this or not.
"So now what?" Yuvel asked as they needed to know what to do next here.
"Now we simply wait it out." Arthur said knowing this may be a long while for an answer. The only way they could think of to make things go along faster was for a Falspawn attack to occur to confirm their group's warnings as facts. All in all they were all in for a prolonged wait time for any results.
(Back in the Senate Chamber)
Meanwhile, back in the senator building, the entire senate continued to argue. They argued over if they should let these ARKs visitors ally themselves with their government or just to send them on their way without heeding their warnings.
"Senators!" Padme called, gaining the attention of the more pacifistic senators. "Already one of our bases has been lost to these Falspawn. At the very least we should consider their aid in this." Padme said as despite being against this war she knew what the Dark Falz had done with their Falspawn was a clear act of aggression without any provocation.
Bail Organa looked over to Senator Amidala thoughtfully, then looked over to the Senate. "I agree with Senator Amidala. These were images of what they have already done to one base what will stop them from continuing to other Republic Worlds?" Bail asked as honestly he could not believe that they were arguing about this.
"Listen to yourselves! First these creatures and their master show up and then not long after these ARK's show up to fight them, it seems highly suspicious." A Senator from the Trade Federation began. "After all how can we be sure of their true loyalties?" Lott Dod countered, narrowing his eyes at them.
"As if you're one to talk." A senator angrily protested, distrusting the Trade Federation for having a member in the Separatists. Palpatine sighed and sat in his seat knowing this was going to be a long session.
(Meanwhile with Persona the Masked)
Persona stood upon a platform looking through the streets of the city planet. As he stood there he waited for the signal as the plan was quiet simple for them. Gemini, Apprentice, and Luther would each release Falspawn onto the city and its unsuspecting populace.
If Apprentice was to compare this to any other event it would be to the battle of Coruscant mixed with the infamous sacking. The Jedi Temple will be first on the attack list in which Persona had to steal a transport ship to make it so. After all can't have a sacking without crashing into the Jedi Temple after all. In the past Persona may have had doubts or objections to this… but it had to be done. It took Persona a long time to realize that in the pursuit of ones dreams and desires sacrifices had to be made.
Persona then jumped down and proceeded to make his way to the transport ship ready to begin the plan. As he walked forth he was soon met by Clone Troopers who took note to him. "Halt, state your business." The Clone began only for Persona to vanish from sight. Not even a moment later Persona was between the squad of Clones and proceeded to decapitate them all with his violet Lightsaber.
Another set of Clones saw this only to each receive a laser shot to their heads curtesy of a blaster. The Blaster was an exact replica of the one that a Padme Amidala uses. Sheathing the weapons Persona got moving and grabbed two of the dead Clones guns before he began to fire at each of them to make way to the ship. Once the path was clear Persona began to head to the desired ship while eliminating any stragglers in his way. Once he got to the ship he boarded it and made his way to the cockpit.
(Inside the Republic Transport Ship)
Persona made his way to the front of the ship and as he did so portals appeared around him. From them Falspawn came out and got into position for the next phase of the plan. Once he got to the cockpit he began to activate the ship and noted how the vessel hummed to life. Once the course was plotted he knew what came next.
Just then the portal opened behind Persona and from it Apprentice walked out. "The coordinates are set, do you know how to fly it?" Persona asked as he got up and gave command over to Apprentice.
"Trust me, crashing a ship is hardly a challenge." Apprentice said as she knew what she was doing for the most part. Just fly it into the Jedi Temple and giving the signal to begin the attack. "Just be sure your there." Apprentice said and thus Persona nodded and vanished into another portal for his part of the plan of the Collective.
(Back at the Senate Meeting)
With the proceedings being delayed, the vice chair called, rather loudly, "ORDER!"
This silenced the arguing Senators greatly and quickly. Palpatine stood up and addressed the calming Senators. "Senators. I understand that this is a delicate situation. Never before have we been given the chance to meet life-forms from outside of the galaxy that we call home." Palpatine began as he gained the attention of the whole Senate on this subject.
"We have attempted to send several probes and even a convoy in order to begin galactic negotiations, however, in the recent attempts have regrettably been less than successful. Many a chancellor in their times has dreamt of this moment, however because of the start of the war and the fact that we are not at our best brings with it worries by itself." He said but was far from done. "We have also met with the fears of these Falspawns and the Dark Falz who command them acting with first strike in a clear act of aggression, something not foreseen for some time." He said no doubt referring to when the Sith Empire had attacked so many centuries prior. "Remember the virtues and what was used when this great democracy was brought into existence. We have an obligation to attempt to grow as an even more united people where we could be able to solve all of our problems of sicknesses, defenses, and better homes for all." He stated as everyone was awestruck by this entire speech.
Everyone in the entire Senate was amazed and in awe by Chancellor Palpatine's words, even as he continued, "We should not argue as savages, we must do as the laws of democracy dictate and settle this the civilized way. I hereby ask you to vote on whether or not the ARKs fleet and her people, be allowed to remain within our galaxy until the crisis with the Separatists has ended or have them leave with the hope that it may convince their enemies, the Dark Falz and the Falspawn who they command, to follow."
The Senators were silent as they each began to cast their votes. Some were disheartened by their choice, some others, who had the thought of profit, were proud of their choices. Others who believed in the ARKs made their votes with confidence. But just before the final vote could be cast the entire building shook as everyone was surprised and even screaming when this happened.
Following it emergency alarms began to blare out showing that whatever it was that caused that was dangerous. In turn the panic began to set in for everyone as they had no idea what was going on while others wanted to put the blame on their visitors from another galaxy… Soon their answer would come once they look to the Holo-Report of this, the Falspawn and their Dark Falz masters were attacking Coruscant the capital of the Galactic Republic.
(TBC)
ESKK: Wow cliffhanger huh. Sorry if my recent chapters were short but I wanted to get something out and also wanted you all to have something to look forward in the Phantasy Star fic thread. Now then thank you for reading and be sure to leave a review before leaving and as always my reader's ja-ne.