In the Beginning as it were.....
A long over due stop over ( Open to All)
And so after striking it alone for a while plying the rote and taking all the risk. It was a especially hard one for him to admit that things were getting a bit harrier than a Wookies back out there especial with all the new factions and turf wars brewing about . So as much as he'd dread it he had to accept the fact. He had to sign up to a faction sooner or later.
Which lead him here to this bar in this neck of the galaxy.Going on a tip he'd got which in turn lead him to here.
But then this was old news to him for this all happened a or so year ago. And he'd gotten word that there was a new bar in town . Which in all fairness made him think.
" Well,I'm still alive and this faction thing ain't so bad ... i think. But anyway i guess is a good time to celebrate as anything."
and so with a little extra credit to burn Ronin entered. looking for the bar and a hole to crash into for a couple of hours till his next " ship Assignment" came.
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Nee walked in to the bar after a days negotiations ready for a drink. He looked around and saw all the regulars, but stopped about halfway round the bar, there was a man he hadn't seen before waiting to be served. Nee just loved nosing into any non-locals business. So he walked over to ask the stranger as many questions as he could...................
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
As Ronin stood by the bar and was waiting to order his drink. Something behind him caught his attention and remeered from long ago. A feeling he'd hadn't expected to be in such a place. A force user he'd recon yet if it were good or bad one. He wasn't certain since he had but limited grasp as of it.
But in any case that was a part of his past. He'd still not wish to be reminded of right now so. He then casually glanced around and noted that. Someone was indeed walking towards his direction.
In which case unsure who it was and that he was in no mood to talk at the moment replies without turning to look at whoever it was.
"OK, bud that's close enough what you want? I ain't got all day if it's business you got i willing to listen. If not move along 'coz i ain't interested. "
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Nee didn't stop, he walked to and lean on the bar, "Oh your nice aren't you. So what do you think of The Hunter's Alliance then? I kinda like it, but it would be wrong to sing my own praises every day. Planning on staying long?"
Nee turned to the other end of the bar and clicked his fingers and shouted, "Angel, come get me and my new friend a drink!"
_________________________________________________________________________________
Sensing that the stranger not deterred by his word. And instead being bold enough to come close. Ronin then replies back.
"Well what can i say ? "Being Nice" is a relatively flexible trait of mine which i reserve for only two things. Allies and business partners of which may i ask which are you?"
He then still not facing him let his gut instinct and experience. Silently size up this individual before interacting any further. Being that deep inside he knew his days as a lawman had garnered him quite a few detractors and enemies. Not to mention his secret ability made it all the more difficult for him to be fully accepted into society. In which case he sense something different about this individual. That made him take the chance and entertain him .Trusting him enough to face him as he spoke once more.
"And as for the Alliance can't say i have no problem with it so far.Then aging been with them barely long enough to know much yet to say so. Besides as for how long I'm staying will depend on one thing. That is how long you need me to that is correct me if I'm wrong to think so. But then again if we're gonna be friends i suppose some introduction is merited. Am Ronin and you be?"
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
"He's Nee, the boss here, and I'm Meliadus, gun-for-hire." He held out a massive hand and Ronin tentatively shook it.
After that brief introduction Ronin then tentatively shook the hand held before him. Replying afterwards with a slight smirk in his face.
" So guess my presumption was correct then ? But anyway so Boss Nee is it? And Meliadus is it? Your bodyguard to what do i own this visit to?'coz usually it's your underlings who i get to talk to. "
In which time feeling a bit uneasy as sensing that these two. Were more than your average beings and as to what he didn't know in which case.He couldn't help but loose a bit of his concentration as doubt enter his mind. And his hold on keeping his secret ability waned. In which time it came a bit clear to him that something was up.
Did they know about his past and his secret ability.
Ronin Wendigo
____________________________________________________________________________________________
"I'm not his bodyguard, but rather his friend. I'm here to fight our way out on the off chance he bites off more than he can chew."
Nee also shook Ronin's hand, "Oh it's just Nee, no nead to call me Boss Nee."
He then turned to the other end of the bar again, "Angel where's those drinks?"
Angel stared over at Nee and muttered, "Hasn't he got anything better to do than order me about?"
She walked over only to receive a shock, Nee was with someone that she hadn't seen before. She poured Nee's usual Corellian whiskey and paused before asking, "And what would you like sir, I don't believe we have met before?"
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
As Ronin tried to strike a balance between keeping his special ability in check and using it. Knowing all to well the consequence he'd face if he slips even but a inch from past experience. But the again those where all in the past now and this was hopefully a new start for him.
And as he held Nee's hand in his something about him caught his attention. What it was he wasn't all to certain but then again he had to push it aside and concentrate on the now.
As he then let go and facing the other spoke.
"Well, ok guess Nee's lucky to have a friend like you watch his back."
He then turns to Nee and replies.
"Ok, Then Nee it is.... in any case......"
He then pauses mid-sentence as he sense a third person approach .He then turns just in time as the bartender placed Nee's drink before her . The ask he then replies.
"Well, you can drop the Sir...it's just Ronin, one of Nee's pilot. And well if you got some Corellian Ale?That would be nice."
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
"One for me, too," Meliadus said, drawing a wallet from his bandoleer.
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Angel's face gained a sudden smile form Ronin's comment, "Correlian ale coming up. My names Angel, I'm Nee's right hand. Without me this Alliance would fall apart. Nice to know we have a new face around the place."
Meliadus was hinting about his drink and although Angel liked annoying him very much, it was her job. She pored Meliadus his usual before heading to the other end of the bar to serve some other customers.
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Nee looked a Ronin and Meliadus with a smirk on his face, "She thinks that she's well needed for the Alliance's survival, unfortunately shes not that important. Don't get me wrong, she's great and everything, but not the best. So, Ronin are you interested in more of a bounty hunting or fleet role?"
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
"Angel is Nee's right hand? So I'm, what? Your armored gauntlet?"
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
After witnessing the subtle exchange of words between Angel and Meliadus made Ronin even cautious. So he opted to reply to Angel as she slowly left.
"Well, thanks Angel .... nice meeting you Angel ....."
And then turning to Nee Ronin takes a sip of his Ale then replies just as Angel left.
"Well, in any case Angel seems alright as i don't doubt Meliadus ability to best her.... i guess but in any case guess that's not what I'm here for. And getting back to business like i said I'm a pilot... flying is my business but then again i can be flexible. That is if the price is right as like anyone this instability of the shipping lanes has cost me quite a bit."
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus laughed. "That's not what I meant. If Angel is the right hand, doing all Nee's jobs he can't be bothered to, then I am the edge of his sword with which he smites his foes.
"Angel is the rubber glove to do all the dirty jobs, and I'm an iron fist." He winked at Angel, smirking to himself, as she had turned, hearing his comment. He drained his own drink and sighed.
"She knows I'm just joking with her."
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
After taking note of what Meliadus said in silence Ronin then taking another sip of his Ale replies.
"Oh, i see your point and will try to remember that.... we all have our jobs to do 'coz you'll never know."
Taking a glance at Angel's reaction at the same time taking notes as well. And in his mind he analyzed all he could gather from them for now. Then formulate his next move which was play it low key.Be subtle and keep as much of himself out of sight till he could be certain. If they could be trusted as since he knew the underworld scene was dangerous enough. Least for someone like himself and the past he kept.
So setting this aside he then turn to Meliadus and replied.
"Bet she does....."
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
"You know Ronin, I have come to understand you have somewhat of an interesting past. I think you will fit right in here from what I have heard."
Whereas Ronin showed a look of surprise at this comment Meliadus just stood there as if he had been expecting it.
Nee continued, "So your a bounty hunter, our kind of people only seek others as a last resort. Is this your last resort?"
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
And so after hearing Nee speak and mention of is 'Interesting past.' Surprised Ronin a bit that he had barely time to hid his reaction. In which case he ponders a reply before speaking.
"Hmm, guess word spreads fast around here.But in any case yeah i have to admit i had my share of misadventures in my past. Not to say the least am interested to just speak off to anybody."
He then downs the last of his drink before speaking.
"And as for the latter question .....yeah i will say maybe.Since with the record like mine i don't think i can go or do anything about it.Even if i wanted to....."
After which being a bit hesitant to speak any further Ronin glances at them before speaking out again.
"But then again if maybe you have a problem with it.... all you have to do is ask. And i may give you a answer ......But I'll rather not speak out here in the open. Can't be too careful and know who else maybe listening if you get my drift."
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus tapped his visor. "This can pick up a secure holo-wave transmission from several kilometers away. I'd know if someone was listening electronically. But your caution is well founded, looking at some of the people here."
He turned to Nee. "Do we move of turn them out?"
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Glancing behind them before facing Meliadus Ronin then replies.
"I guess that would be so Meliadus and given your professionalism so far .....But then again."
He pauses a moment before continuing in a low voice.
"But then again let me add that there are a couple more ways aside form electronical devices. That one can listen in on a meeting.....believe me."
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus smiled. "I know. If you mean the Force, I have a pair of Ysalamiri strapped to my back. If you mean just a good pair of ears, my suit is emitting ultrasonic waves that'll give them one hell of a headache in the morning.
"Besides, anyone coming in is carefully screened by the detectors built into the door frame."
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
And so after hearing this gave Ronin an insight as to the type and level of operation this Nee ran. Which to say the least meant he had to be cautious and be as professional as possible around these two. In which case he then facing Meliadus Ronin then replies.
"Hmm, i see... in any case it as least reassuring to know that you've seem to have you're bases covered. Unlike that last groups i had to deal with in the past....too much focused on their profits rather than on their security.Then what ? they come bitching at me and docking my pay for it?Which to say the least is partly why i had to ditch them."
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus raised an eyebrow. "Sound's like you needed to get out. We don't have such problems here, because I can handle most things along those lines." He looked down at himself. "Which thou may be able to tell."
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Ronin then being unsure if is comment had offended Meliadus replies.
"Yeah well i guess your right.... i should try to get around more and i don't doubt you do. Didn't mean to come out that way but anyway. I guess said i was gonna gut down on the drinks."
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Nee had noticed something that Meliadus hadn't about the people surrounding them, "Maybe we should use the VIP room for this meeting from now on. I think that I still know this base better than Meliadus. I think it would be far safer to be sure now rather than sorry later. Come on follow me this way."
Nee began to lead both the hunter's to the VIP room of the bar.............
_________________________________________________________________________________
"You're right." Meliadus said, before downing the rest of his drink. "This stuff doesn't affect me, mind, but I know that most people need to keep a clear head." He nodded at Nee with a wry grin. "Him, also."
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Having taken a passing glance at the crowd himself.Slightly relieved that thing had gone well so far. He then turns to reply to Nee.
"Very well your the boss and beside we might as well get down to biz..."
In which case he then follow them.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Nee closed the door of the VIP room behind Meliadus and Ronin. The VIP room was decorated in a luxurious style with servants all around just waiting to serve the bounty hunters. Nee gave the signal for all the servants to leave the room and as they did Nee gestured Meliadus and Ronin to sit down.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Having followed closely behind Nee and Meliadus Ronin entered the room. His eyes silently glancing around and taking note of the place. Which was not the all surprisingly well kept and furnished typical of Bosses he'd met.
In any case having noted the servant leaving and being left alone. He had some idea that something was up but as to what he dare not say.
So following Meliadu's lead and Nee's notion He silently sat down and spoke.
"So what up Nee? What would you ave me do next?"
Ronin Wendigo
_________________________________________________________________________________
"Well it has come to my attention that you aren't a bad bounty hunter. In exchange for your acceptance into this faction and the appropriate payment I would like you to become a temporary partner with Meliadus here on bounty. What do you say?"
_________________________________________________________________________________
A bit unsure as to how to reply Ronin spoke.
"Well,alright guess you know I've only do quite few special request Bounty in the past.And even thought i prefer working solo .... that is Meliadus won't mind seeing how she's not the type either that takes partners ? "
Breathing a slight relief that things have been going well so far.That none of his "past profession" had come up yet.
" And second of all the question will be who and how much?"
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus choked on his drink. "She!?! That's he, thank you very much." He put his drink down before he spilled any more of it. "My usual partner is a Jedi Apprentice named Tigernmas. He's off training at the moment, though, so I need a counter-point."
He put his helmet on, before pressing a small button on his arm, and his visor glowed oddly. His eyes could be seen flicking from side to side as he read the text projected onto his visor. "You are Force-sensitive, yes??"
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Musing at how Meliadus responded he added a reply.
"Well see that you still with us and no offense.I was merely testing if you would take notice Meliadus."
He then noticing him pick up his helmet and pose his question which he then replies.
"Well, yes took you long enough to notice as i assume you are. And Nee here are not like any common folks from what i figured earlier. As i know of very few outfits that would deal let alone work with Jedi types. In which case now were even somewhat you know now my secret.And if you have to ask yes i can somewhat use it ......Thanks to a old Jedi friend ."
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
"Jedi are welcome here, as are Sith, if they behave themselves." He continued to read the text projected onto his visor. "That would be Kyle Kincade, would it?"
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
"Yeah, well guess that wold been nice back then....and i would imagine he'd not mind that much.Least the Sith got in his way and but anyway."
Then being a bit curious as to what else he'd dug up on his Intel screen. Didn't take long for him to find out and he replies.
"Yeah, that him....Kyle Kincade. Quite an interesting Jedi a bit on the unconventional side. But none the less owed him a lot for keeping me off the rock. Got me started in this line of work and eventually working for him for sometime till well. He...(sigh) guess you little record there would say K.I.A. And that they have me as one of the suspect line up which is to least to say i totally deny as true. But then those are matters i rather not discuss at the moment.As it's a work in progress so to speak ."
Ronin Wendigo
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus nodded. "We'll say no more about that then. Do you mind telling us more about your skills?"
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Wanting to change the topic and reply to Meliadus Ronin then reply.
"Well then back to business......as for skills,well that i have no problem talking about. Let's see now I've done my share of scout duty,some military training from my younger days , fly my own ship which i may say i did my own upgrades on, various smuggling and freelance hunts here and there."
He then pauses and unsure if he should say more just stops.Turns to Nee and Meliadus saying.
"And just about a little bit of everything...sort of a jack-of all trade.Pick up and learned quite a few skills along the way so to speak and in term of my other skill i can say i can handle my own.Had the luck to have had know a Jedi myself taught me quite a few things here and there."
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus nodded. "We could do with more people like you. A jack-of-all trades. You will certainly be useful to us."
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Unsure what to make of his remark Ronin then lifting both arm before him. And crossing them across his chest he then replies.
"Well i had better been 'coz living off world most of my life alone.Case in point being? In a way but then again back to my earlier question what have you had in mind for me to do anyway?"
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
"As a member of the Hunter's Alliance, you may be called upon to fulfill one of a wide range of... 'trades'. How well you do them affects the reputation of the Alliance. We want to be known for competence. And of course we want to be rich, which we are by being far above competence."
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Keeping in mind what was said Ronin more or less had an idea what "Trade"meant. In which case he then replies.
"Hmm, very well then that should be no problem as i am well aware and capable of any task. Given the right info and incentive so to speak."
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus took a canister from one of the pouches on his bandoleer. It was about 20 cm by 10 by 5. He placed it on the table and opened it. It was full of thousand credit pieces.
"This is the type of incentive we use."
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
As Ronin watch Meliadus reach over to his bandoleer he said nothing. But never the less kept his composure as he then notice the canister he places on the table. Glancing at it ne notice the contents which none the less. Was a sizable amount yet still keeping his composure and cool. Keeping his demeanor and action strictly focused on business. As he did not want to look like some credit crazy fool in front of his new employer so to speak. He then turns back to them and spoke.
"A decent incentive to say the least....but really just out of curiosity what is that you need of me to do? 'coz needless to say a pay is only as good as the work you put into it . Meaning that ...no loose ends and no sudden surprise in the end is my thing.And is how i like to operate my " Trades" ."
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
After letting Meliadus do the talking for awhile Nee was ready to give Ronin and Meliadus there task, "You are to capture another bounty hunter and bring him to me. His name is Kodo Jast, I have heard that he thinks he is better than any of our hunters so I wish to have somewhat of a private word with him. This does mean you will have to get him to me alive which will be a hard task."
Nee paused for a second and took a quick glance at Meliadus before turning back to Ronin, "I've heard he's even better than Meliadus and that's something that even I am yet to achieve. However Kodo Jast could be valuable in more ways than one and I'm sure that Meliadus will put up an excellent fight. You, Ronin are to replace his usual right hand Tigermas because of current diplomatic matters to which he is attending. Are you willing to take up this challenge."
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
And so taking to account the amount of credits on the table. Plus the silent interaction between Nee and Meliadus Ronin took a moment to think. Then he turns to face Nee replying.
"So basically it a retrieval thing and the target condition is not relevant? No problem count me in just were to and when?"
He then remembering all the risk and challenges this may entail. As reminded of some mission when was still an agent .He had been assigned to quite a number of infiltration and retrieval mission.So few ending better than most but never the less he always got his man. One way or the other except for one which to this day has never left his mind.
So given the chance to take this Hunter out and maybe earn his keep. He agreed. and as always he then poised a question to Nee.
"So anything else i should know about this target? Like what outfit he is in? And what kind of target are we looking at? You know those type of stuff."
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
"I have faced Koda Jast before. He is a Mandalorian. A true one, unlike me. He is incredibly successful, and well known because of it."
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
"You will know him when you see him."
Nee turned form Ronin to talk directly to Meliadus, "I want you to go ahead and trick him into thinking he has the upper hand. He won't be expecting you to have backup. I will send Ronin in as soon as possible, but he and I will need a word alone before hand. Is that ok with you?"
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
After hearing as much as he could about the target . Ronin couldn't help but think.
"Hmm, a Mandalorian?This should be interesting being that i know and met quite a few in the service. "
He then face both of Nee and Meliadus replying.
"Hmm, Mandalorian eh guess you're right it won't be hard to spot one. Being that as far as i know not very few of them around these days."
He then hearing Nee wanted a word with him before the left alone. Gave him the impression that there was more to this than was told. So he then unsure of how things were then kept silent. Staying there and let the two of them settle their biz. Wait his turn in silence.
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus smiled as Ronin left. There were indeed few true Mandalorians, but there were many who wore the Armour. And it never paid to be unwary around anyone in the Armour.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Having left their company for now Ronin took the time to take out his datapad. Flipping thru some data he had on it he passes the time . Looking and reading thru info about Mandalorians. Knowing all to well it was better to be informed before hand than be caught unaware later.
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus turned to Nee. "Your thoughts?"
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
"Meliadus, Ronin still needs to prove himself here. Don't trust him until he shows that he is useful to us. I know this is not the first time you have tried to convince Kodo Jast to come here, but the faction is in need of more experienced hunter's now."
Nee's voice changed dramatically to a darker and more worried tone, "This faction is about to enter war Meliadus. A faction of mercenaries is in the planning stage and the dark side of the force is becoming stronger among our members. The light side doesn't trust us and the dark side see us as an easy target. I fear that I must once again visit the Republic to complete my training and make a plea for protection."
_________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus grinned ferally and sipped his drink.
"Protection? Remind me again of the current status of our fleet. An SSD, among other things. We do not need to rely on others. They rely on US!"
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
"Were big Meliadus, just not that big!"
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
"We will be soon, once the fleet is completed."
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
"I don't think so, and this is my faction."
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus frowned, confused at Nee's snappish behavior. "I know, but be honest, we have little to fear."
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
"Meliadus don't try to understand what you can't, we are in danger!"
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus felt the anger rise in him.
"Don't speak to me like that. I am fully aware of the machinations of the galaxy and I probably understand things better than you do, seeing as i have so much more experience than you do."
"I also know that once everything is ready we will not be in danger, not from any of the other factions across the galaxy. We have nothing to fear."
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Mason entered the bar. There were several people in the bar, most likely bounty hunters.
'With it being ruled by bounty hunters and criminals, this will be a target of the Rebels and the Republic, and also the 'Jedi,' thought Mason.
'The new faction will need a powerful ally to protect it while it grows.'
Mason sat at the bar and ordered a drink. He examined the bar. He noticed 2 bounty hunters that seem to be having an argument. One looks like Nee, the one that controls the Hunter's Alliance. It's best not to jump into a conversation that Mason does not know of, so Mason listened to the 2 bounty hunters talk.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
As Ronin found the file and began to read as much as he could . When he sense the unrest and made him look up. Just as he could over hear the 2. Seemingly engaged in a heated argument about something. In which time he was intrigued to look into it but in the last moment hesitates. As he sense a second new figure enter the bar from outside the VIP room.
This catches his attention and so with great care he then position himself by the door-side.
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Mason saw a man stand near him. This alarmed him. He then got up and faced the man that was near him. The man was shorter than Mason. Mason also sensed something in the man.
"What are you looking at?" yelled Mason.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Having made his way back to the bar. And at the same time having the stranger talking down on him. Slightly pissed Ronin off as it seem the man may have because of his boyish look viewed him as a boy.
So he faces him head on and spoke.
" You drunk or something bud? 'Coz i ain't look at you in anycase why should i?"
He then moving along he walks up to the bartender Angel and ordering.
"Hey Angel? another round of Corelian Ale for me."
He then drops a few creds to pay for it.Keeping a close eye at the stranger.Least he gets any crazy idea and rush him.
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus broke off his argument with Nee, noticing the two men out near the bar. He pointed, and Nee turned also to look.
Sighing, Meliadus stood and walked over. He looked down at the two men - they came up to his sternum.
"I hope we are not having trouble here?" he asked the two men, doubting the Ronin was causing trouble, he hadn't seemed the type, but the other was unknown to Meliadus.
"I do not know you," he said, "Who be'est thou?"
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
As he stood there and sense Meliadus approached before he even spoke. Ronin then turns around and simply replies.
"No , no trouble ....just buying myself a drink while i waited. That's all.... "
He then eyes stood aside and let Meliadus speak with the stranger. But never the less he still eyed the stranger cautiously keeping to watch Nee's back. Not that he doubt Meliadus could handle this guy. But for him it was better to err on the side of caution none the less.
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus nodded to Ronin before turning back to Mason.
Ronin nodded back to Meliadus in silent response. Before moving aside and letting him handle this guys. As being the new guy he knew it wasn't his place to interfere. Bu never the less he kept to the side. Ready to jump in and assist if need be.
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
When Mason didn't reply Meliadus turned from him back to Ronin.
"By the way, Ronin. I have a proposition for you. I need your help with an assignment Nee has outlined for me. It will pay well. Interested?"
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Hearing what Meliadus said Ronin replies.
"Sure , no problem just as long as you fill me in on the details ?As to what it's be about before we leave...."
Still keeping an eye at the stranger and forgoing the drink for now. He then moves aside and standing up to follow Meliadus.
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
"It won't be for a while, but the Alliance is moving for war. Any details will be worked out later, but for now it is still in the planning stages."
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
And so after hearing this bit of news Ronin replies.
"A war eh? With ..... nah never mind guess i best just check back later when things are finalized. But for now i have some matters to attend to on my ship and Briggs. That if you have no need for me here anymore? "
In which time he passes the stranger and secretly using his special ability. He probes him for any sign of threat as being the case. Lawman or not he still had quite a number of goons after his hide. Mostly from those he canned or busted during his career. And because of this he had always been uneasy about being out here in the open.
Ronin Wendigo
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Melaidus watched Ronin go, then went back to Nee.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Nato walks in. He sits down next to Meliadus.
"Hey... bartender. Can you get me a drink please?"
In a minute, the bartender gave Nato a drink. He paid the bartender the amount owed and a tip. As he looked into his sack, Nato noticed that he is starting to run out of money. He needs to get bounties soon to stay alive.
After drinking, he bent over to Meliadus, "Hey, what is going on in the Hunter's Alliance?" he asked.
"Well, for a start you're sitting in a private booth with the boss of the Alliance and the head of the Assault Fleet. Can we help you?"
Nee hadn't reacted the same way to this stranger entering the VIP area as Meliadus had. Instead he was more interested in the man's thoughts. He gestured the stranger to sit before saying, "I think its more how he can help you Meliadus. I sense he has a few money problems. You are looking for people to go on your mission and I think the pay may be what this man is after."
Meliadus frowned. "I hadn't meant my tone to be like that." He turned to the newcomer and bowed his head. "My sincerest apologies."
He looked back at Nee. "I think you are right about taking him for the mission. He seems dependable, and moreover he seems capable."
Angel had just entered the VIP area to give Nee a drink and couldn't help overhearing the conversation. As soon as she reached the table she had to say something, "Mission? Now there's something that I haven't done in a while. Am I invited?"
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus lean back in his seat and looked at her. "It's open to the entire faction. Sometime soon we'll be mobilizing the Assault fleet. Any and all bounty hunters who wish to be there are welcome, and will be paid accordingly."
___________________________________________________________________________________________
"Nice! Now I have to find someone stupid enough to look after this place."
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus handed her a piece of flimsi-plast. "This is Kyp's personal comm-line. He asked me to give it to you anyway, sooo...."
___________________________________________________________________________________________
"You really think I would trust that idiot with this place?"
___________________________________________________________________________________________
"No, but it'd be fun to watch."
___________________________________________________________________________________________
"Not so much fun to clear up though."
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Meliadus nodded before saying "Sit down here, if you're not too busy. Do you want a drink?"
"Apology accepted, sir, and I would like to go on a mission. I do need money. I've wasted mine on gambling... I have an issue with gambling. When is the fleet going to attack?"
"We're not sure exactly. We're still preparing the Logistics, but a good guess would be toward the end of April."
Commodiorus walked over to them. "So, you guys all in the fleet?" he asked.
Meliadus looked at him. "Well met, Commodiorus. Yes, and we are just discussing the next mission. Sit down. This will probably interest you."
Dengar wandered over. "Hey everyone, whatcha talking about?"
"Fleet takeover. Geonosis. May 6th."
Tigernmas went over once Melaidus had finished speaking and, just to be annoying, asked him to repeat it all.
"Geonosis was a site where the Clone Wars began. There will obviously be resistance. I would suggest an orbital strike on the main areas of Geonosis, then invade the planet. There might be a slight problem if there are some Techno Union remnants on the planet, but they were most likely destroyed by the Old Republic."
"We're anticipating some resistance in the form of captures Techno Union, Commerce Guild, Trade Federation, IG Banking Clan and possibly some Clone units."
"I doubt Clone Troopers. Some may have been left after the great battle there, but it's been years since then. I seriously doubt anything would be there. Except Geonosians and several droid armies."
"So nothing at all then. No, by clone units I meant the support units that were destroyed but salvaged - LAAT/is, AT-TEs, than sort of thing."
Lance had been standing and listening and thought he should put his two credits in now "Have you done any surveillance of the planet for armories, A little scouting can go a long way when it come to the battlefield."
Lance walks over to the table continuing " The Geonosians are masters of bio engineering, As soon as the infantry landed they would be swarmed by these beasts." Tapping his finger downward on the table "Those labs are underground where an orbital strike will probably just annoy them, The Geonosians aren't very hardy soldiers but the creature's they can create are a different story." then standing straight" If there is salvage I can pretty well guarantee it is in near mint condition, Don't forget that these little bastards made the Death Star,They know mechanics better than most." walking away to his corner "An AT-TE with support from beasties is a hard thing to take down, So find the salvage and the labs and destroy them all at once, by taking a squad of elites into the labs and detonating them from the inside and performing an orbital strike on the armories simultaneously,They won't know what hit them at that kind of speed and precision and leave them without support. If there is some remnant of the Techno Union they will flee ,but by then we should already have a naval blockade around the planet choking it off"
Lance finally sat down in his chair and shut his mouth.....
Meliadus nodded to the newcomer, mentally adding this information to the plan. "Welcome, friend. Your input is correct, and I'm surprised we overlooked it."
THE END
No comments:
Post a Comment