jacen went silent and collapsed to his knees and the sight of his surrogate son dead on the table he grasped the cold hand and sniffled back some tears before slamming his fist on the table and stood up and left the room pushing people out of the way, he walked to the cockpit, closed and locked the door behind him and started prepping the ship,
"well that went well" jakar said following him
Satana rolled her eyes. "You dont know me doll. None of you do. ALRIGHT JACEN! You should remember our childhood. You cant hide from me." She ripped open the door control and short circuited the door. She rolled up her sleeves and waited for the door to open. "Get ready to grab him Jakar." She cracked her knuckles and smiled. "Tough love."
A voice came over the com. "Admiral Gaul, we have come out of hyperspace and will rendezvous with the 'Dark Blade' in moments"
Gaul replied "Good, prepare my Shuttle. Have a Company of the XII Legion ready to disembark." Gaul turned to Capt Killroth, whom he had been discussing matters with. "Lets Hope this Capt. of the 'Dark Blade' will have some answers for us" The Admiral said eager to find out the truth.
" What if the rumors are not true? What if Thrawn is not alive" Capt.Killroth said, concerned that it was all a myth.
Admiral Gaul paused in thought.
"Then I guess it will be up to us to Organize the remnants and restore order to the Galaxy. If Thrawn is no more, we must seek out the scattered Fleets and convince them that the cause is worthy to attempt reconquest and to restore Imperial rule on Coruscant. This Galaxy is corrupt and disorganized. It is our duty to stamp the Imperial signet on every Star System. It will all be ours for the taking." Admiral Gaul said clutching his fist. "What do you think Moff Killroth? It has a nice ring to it does it not"
"Yes it does Grand Moff Gaul" Capt. Killroth said with a grin.
With that they Both had a hardy laugh.
Originally posted by Lycanthrope"Imperial ships on scanners, they match those on record." The sensor operator called out.
A voice came over the com. "Admiral Gaul, we have come out of hyperspace and will rendezvous with the 'Dark Blade' in moments"
Gaul replied "Good, prepare my Shuttle. Have a Company of the XII Legion ready to disembark." Gaul turned to Capt Killroth, whom he had been discussing matters with. "Lets Hope this Capt. of the 'Dark Blade' will have some answers for us" The Admiral said eager to find out the truth." What if the rumors are not true? What if Thrawn is not alive" Capt.Killroth said, concerned that it was all a myth.
Admiral Gaul paused in thought.
"Then I guess it will be up to us to Organize the remnants and restore order to the Galaxy. If Thrawn is no more, we must seek out the scattered Fleets and convince them that the cause is worthy to attempt reconquest and to restore Imperial rule on Coruscant. This Galaxy is corrupt and disorganized. It is our duty to stamp the Imperial signet on every Star System. It will all be ours for the taking." Admiral Gaul said clutching his fist. "What do you think Moff Killroth? It has a nice ring to it does it not""Yes it does Grand Moff Gaul" Capt. Killroth said with a grin.
With that they Both had a hardy laugh.
Captain Juion nodded. "Very good. Plot an intercept course, and have a detachment of Elite Stormtroopers prepare hanger bay seven for the 'Imperious' arrival of our guests." He ordered. "Lieutenant Abrams, you have the bridge. Inform me when the Venator arrives." At her slight aknowledgement he turned and headed for the turbolifts to the hanger.
Abrams started barking orders at the bridge crew.
The two point three kilometer long mass of the Instigator class Star Destroyer hulked around to face the in-system arrivals. The starry scape of black revolved around the war-ship.
As Admiral Gaul walked into the hanger bay , he saw the columns of Omega Company,XII Legion ,at attention waiting. Gaul turned to Capt. Killroth who accompanied him and spoke. "You have the Fleet Capt.. Be prepared for anything" He said cautiously "We dont know if these are Pirates are Imperials. If anything goes wrong you must preserve the Fleet and continue our ventures to restore the Empire."
"Of course Admiral Gaul" Capt Killroth replied. "Semper Fidelis, Always Faithful to the restoration. I would give my life for the Empire" Killroth said bowing, more out of respect than formality.
Admiral Gaul turned to The Lt. of Omega Company "Have the ST's bored. I am ready for disembarkation" Gaul said ascending the steps of the shuttle.
"Fleet within weaponry range ma'am."
Abrams shook her head. "Scan them. What is their tactical abilities?!"
The com officer started giving off landing instructions for the approaching shuttle.
***
The Stormtroopers all lined up in groups while several senior officers imposteriously stood at attention as the captain took head of the formation. Juion tugged at the hem of his gray uniform and awaited the approaching shuttle.
The Shuttle 'Pontifax' landed in the hanger bay of the 'Dark Blade'. As soon as the the cargo ramp was secure, Admiral Gaul started his walk down ; fallowed by Omega Company. He noticed the full Imperial ceremonial welcome and was pleased to see that the Old Empire still existed and mattered to some. Recognizing Capt. Juion from his rank insignia and the fact that protocol was followed on this Star Destroyer, he walked up to him.
"Capt. Juion I assume" he said in hopes his instincts were correct. "Admiral Vyrsin Gaul of the Black Dawn fleet. We have much to discuss, you and I" He said, feeling he was in the presence of a Loyalist. Gaul motioned for Omega Company to return to the 'Pontifax' only allowing his personal guard of ten to stay.
The captain gave a slight bow, turning and motioning two black clad Royal Guards into range for his own protection. "Greetings Admiral Gaul and welcome to the Instigator class Star Destroyer; Dark Blade, a design you may not be familiar with I'm sure. "I am captain Hari Juion." The catain stood a little erect. "And of couse we have much to discuss..." he offered a slight smile "...I'm sure you have many qestions about us which I will do my best to answer." He about-faced and began walking. "Please follow me." His boot heels clacked on the laminated plasteel flooring as he started off. The two Royal guardsmen soundlessly fell into step behind Juion like two wraiths stalking their next victim.
(one of the officers in the 'parade' are Calamari, it might draw you to ask more questions. And you may notice a lot of New Republic styled soldiers not in Stormtrooper armour)