JasraLantill Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 “On the contrary,” said Togo. “I brought you here to….” “A droid?” Jasra interrupted incredulously. “I was working for a…for a stupid droid?!” “I am a highly sophisticated artificial intelligence capable of functioning in a complex and multi-tasking manner well beyond the capacity of any organic.” “Still…you’re a droid!” Jasra said with obvious chagrin. Togo shut the hologram off. “There is once again a threat to the Galaxy, Exile,” Togo said to Kira. “A threat that only you can counter. I did not send other bounty hunters to find you. But there are… others who are looking for you for much the same reason.” A small arm extended from the droid. A panel on the front popped open, and the arm retrieved an irregularly shaped golden-coloured crystal. The arm set the crystal down on the table in front of Kira. “Do you know what this is?” Togo asked her. Jasra viewed the crystal with interest. She didn’t know what it was, but she could feel the pulse of Dark power within it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForceFightWMe12 Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 Kira peered at the crystal, shivering at the smothering, dark aura that was eminating from the tiny crystal. She had only come across a sample of these once before... "Why have you brought it here?" she asked in obvious disgust. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Writer Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 Crystal was getting slightly worried. It had been a while and she had not detected any other life forms entering the place where Kira and Jasra were. Then, she frowned as she brought to the surface something she'd been trying to ignore; machine transmissions. "Oh..." she murmured. Though she could not read droids, she suddenly understood that this droid was Jasra's 'employer'. Great, she thought to herself. Then, she shrugged. At least she'd be able to tell by Kira and Jasra if something went wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasraLantill Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 “Ah, so you recognise it. Good.” More clicks and hums. “I see that my calculations were correct in predicting that you may have come across such a rarity as a Gayat Crystal in your wanderings. But this is not an ordinary Gayat Crystal. It is one of the five shards of the ‘Key to the Galaxy.’ If the shards are rejoined, the Key has the power to regulate the harmonics of every living thing in the Galaxy. I’m sure you will agree that in the wrong hands, the power of the Key could be devastating.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForceFightWMe12 Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 "And let me guess. Some power-hungry psycho is collecting them, right?" Kira asked. She could guess where this was going. "What needs to be done?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3yks Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 (Crystal did you miss overhearing brax on my post?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Writer Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 Still slightly nervous, Crystal began monitoring both Jasra's and Kira's minds. If anything happened, she'd realize it as quickly as they would. Kira's hands would just barely be activating the beacon by the time Crystal arrived to help. She waited, completely tense, ready to move the second she was needed. ((You said Brax was already out the door and Crystal's pretty focused on what's happening around Kira and Jasra, so I figured she wouldn't have heard or paid any attention to him.)) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3yks Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 (Kay, just checking.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasraLantill Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 “Your task, Exile," said Togo, "will be to find the remaining shards to keep them out of the hands of … ‘undesirables’ intent on reforming the Key and using its power for their own selfish purposes. You, Exile, having once been severed from the Force as the shards have been from the Key, have the unique ability to sense the location of the other shards. Once you tune yourself to this crystal, you will be able to find the next shard—the next piece of the puzzle, to use a cliché. You will bring the shards here to me. Being as I am not affected by the Living Force, I will be unaffected by the Key’s power and will be able to destroy it. Only then will the Galaxy be safe from destruction.” More humming. “Although, the probability that you will succeed is… slim. As I said, there are ‘others’ who wish to harness your ability to locate the shards and use the crystal’s indomitable power for themselves.” “Why can’t the shards be destroyed individually?” asked Jasra. “Seems to me if you destroy one, you’d eliminate the possibility of having the Key ever being whole again.” More hums and clicks. “The molecular structure of the Key is directly related to the Force. Only when the shards are reunited and re-tuned with one another could you contemplate the Key’s destruction. Although…” More humming. “Please feel free to attempt such a futile task.” Jasra accepted the challenge. She drew out her Master’s lightsaber and ignited it. She laid the blade on top of the golden hued crystal. It began to glow, then… “What the…?” Jasra’s lightsaber began to sputter, then it abruptly shut down completely. “Aw, crap!” “So, Exile,” said Togo, ignoring Jasra’s display. “Will you accept this task? If so, take the crystal in your hand. Tune yourself to its harmonics. I believe you will find it quite cool, despite the clumsy attempts of Miss Lantill.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Writer Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 Crystal's head turned sharply and she contacted Jasra. Just a warning; many of your thoughts are concealed, but your emotions are still leaking... and they're dragging bits and pieces of other information with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasraLantill Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 Jasra sent a thought back to Crystal. ”Things are getting pretty weird in here. The power in my lightsaber was just… 'eaten' by some sort of odd crystal.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Writer Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 Crystal couldn't help but make a face at that. It was quickly masked and she began to consider Jasra's words. I felt Kira recognizing something... the crystal? What is it? Her words conveyed curiosity and worry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForceFightWMe12 Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 Kira looked with surprise as Jasra pulled a saber from her boot and tried to slice the crystal in half...to no avail. The lightsaber's blade went out like a lightbulb. “So, Exile,” said Togo, “Will you accept this task? If so, take the crystal in your hand. Tune yourself to its harmonics. I believe you will find it quite cool, despite the clumsy attempts of Miss Lantill.” She looked between T0-G0, and the crystal, her gaze fixating on the pulsating shard. She tentitavly reached out her hand, brushing a finger over its surface. Immediatly, a surge of power went flying up her arm, jolting her to full alertness. Her senses were on fire...and it felt great. She needed to feel it again, and so scooped the shard into her hand, feeling the power surge through her again. She also felt several more blips of power just like it, dancing on the edge of her senses. She sneered at T0-G0. "Why should I bring them back to you?" she murmured. "I'm wise-up to your plan. You'll have me run around the galaxy, collecting these things only to return them to you so you could use it for your own greeds." she narrowed her eyes, "How about I just keep this one? No one can complete the 'puzzle' without the last 'piece'." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Doctor Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 ((Changed a few things, huh Jasra? Weren't there supposed to be 6 pieces in total? Meh, I guess it really doesn't matter. I forget what we discussed.... does the Doctor know about the key? I didn't think so, but I just want to double check.)) Revan heard his name called. He ignited his lightsaber and turned. There was the beast, it's claws glowing slightly. "I am ready for you," he called back. He raised his lightsaber into a defensive position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasraLantill Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 ”The droid called it a Gayat crystal,” Jasra replied to Crystal. “But not just any Gayat crystal. It’s like THE Gayat crystal. The Key to the Galaxy. Ever heard of…” Jasra swallowed hard as she felt the change in Kira. ”Uh-oh. Something’s not right here.” ~~~~~ Togo hummed rhythmically. “I detect a change in your brain wave patterns, Exile. Good. This means that you are attuning yourself to the shard’s harmonics. But you are an organic, susceptible to emotions and desires. And this is exactly why I have initiated such extreme security measures. I think you will find it impossible to leave this room with that particular shard in hand. The Force Barrier within this chamber is also tuned to its harmonics. It will remain in this room, even if you attempted to extract it with a matter transporter.” “Erm…maybe you should just let him have it,” Jasra suggested quietly to Kira, sensing that something wasn’t quite right with her. “After all, we can always come back for it later.” She frowned with uncertainty. “Right?” ”Erm… Crystal? Is Kira the only one that can activate that beacon thing?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Writer Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 Crystal stood slowly. I don't think so... I feel her change too... She contacted Kira. What the hell do you think you're doing? Settle down! Even as she said this, she began moving. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForceFightWMe12 Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 Kira's eyes flashed dangerously. "Bastard." she murmured. "How could a stupid droid like you possibly hope to protect something like this? Especially with everyone who is supposedly after it. It would be safest with me." “Erm…maybe you should just let him have it,” Jasra suggested quietly, “After all, we can always come back for it later. Right?” The Exile snarled. "He'll have taken it and hidden it by then. Either that or it'd be stolen. Besides, if I'm the only one who can sense them, wouldn't I be the person who would have the rightful possession of at least the first shard of the Shikon no tama?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Doctor Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 The Doctor sat on the floor of the TARDIS, his eyes closed, sweat pouring down his forehead. He was muttering something in some strange language. *Humratay Hublrayvu, Humratay Hublrayvu, Humratay Hublrayvu....* "Doctor? What are you doing?" asked Tegan. *I'm trying to reach Crystal... find out what's going on... Humratay Hublrayvu...* Crystal.... can you hear me....? *Unfortunately.... my mental abilities are a little bit.... rusty....* he said slowly. *I'm not sure... if she'll hear me....* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasraLantill Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 "Shikon no tama?" Jasra frowned. Oh dear, she's speaking in tongues. This is worse than I thought. Crystal, what should I do? "Erm...Kira? You're scaring me. A lot. Just...just put it down, yeah?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForceFightWMe12 Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 "Put it down?" the Exile laughed, "If only you felt this power, Jasra!" she said, clutching the crystal even tighter. After a moment, she opened her palm again, gazing at the shard. "Who would have thought? Such a tiny thing could have such a great effect!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Writer Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 Crystal felt the Doctor contacting and responded. Get in here... something's gone wrong. Then, she tried again to contact Kira. You've lost control, Kira. Have you forgotten who and what you are? I'm coming to you. Now. She pushed through the first door, stopping only long enough to change the thoughts of any guards around, frightening them out of their minds and out of her way. ((My plan is to have Crystal take the crystal from Kira. It'll affect her differently... and permanently.)) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Doctor Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 The Doctor opened his eyes suddenly, and almost fell over in his haste to stand. *Crystal needs us. Now. I'm setting the coordinates so we can rematerialise as close to her as possible. I can't get an exact location, but we should be alright...* He began flicking more switches, and the column began to move again. The TARDIS' engines began to sound in the cantina, and the tall blue box faded into existence just next to where Crystal had been sitting. Many of the patrons drew their blasters, and a few of the dancers screamed. The door opened, and the Doctor ran out, followed by Tegan, Nyssa, Atton and Disciple, the latter two with their weapons ready ((That alright, FFWM?)). The patrons who had drawn their weapons hid them, noticing the lightsaber held by one of the newcomers. The Doctor ran up to the door where Crystal stood. *What's wrong?* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasraLantill Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 While Kira stared reflectively at the shard in her hand, Jasra saw her opportunity. She lunged towards the Exile, hoping to get at the beacon control the Doctor had put in her hairband. Unfortunately, Kira took her sudden advance as an attempt to steal the shard. And while Jasra struggled with Kira, Togo’s lasers targeted the Exile. They fired, five quick, short, stun bursts. Unprepared for the sudden attack, the Exile fell to the floor, unconscious. The crystal dropped from her hand and skidded across the durasteel floor. “Silly organics,” said Togo, rising to hover just above Jasra, who was hunched over the unconscious Exile in a protective manner. “I think our friend has decided to take up my offer, Jasra Lantill,” said Togo. “Now that she has felt the power of the crystal, her desire to possess the other shards will be irresistible. She will find them, and she will return here for the last piece. And as for you….” One of the droids mechanical arms suddenly shot out, injecting something into Jasra’s arm. “Ow!” Jasra said, rubbing her arm. “You will accompany her. If only to have that implant removed when your task is completed. And please do not be foolish enough to attempt its removal on your own. The consequences would be… painful and quite likely fatal.” Jasra scowled. “Why me? Why not use one of her crew or one of the passengers to keep track of her?” “Because you are dispensible,” Togo said. “Make no mistake, if you fail, I have several other ‘candidates’ at my disposal. And now, I believe it is time for you to depart.” Jasra felt the floor begin to move. “Oh, you mechanised son-of-a….” The durasteel floor, except for the area that they had been mistakenly assumed was a trap door, suddenly tilted strangely, sending them towards the door and the crystal towards the other end of the room. The Force field lifted, the door opened, and Jasra and Kira both tumbled out into the area behind the bar. Jasra stared deadpan at the Doctor and crew in front of her. Then she felt for the beacon on Kira's hairband and pressed the button. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Doctor Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 *It's a little late for that now, Ms. Lantill,* said the Doctor. *Come on, to the TARDIS. I don't think the locals are very impressed with us at the moment. Come!* and with that, he turned around and ran to the TARDIS, holding the door open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Writer Posted January 28, 2006 Share Posted January 28, 2006 Acting on instinct, Crystal lunged forward into the room, chasing the crystal. She wasn't sure why, but she felt compelled to chase it down. She slid after it and reached for it... and her fingers closed around it. Then, she was hidden from view. Only a few seconds later, Crystal came flying back, unconscious and empty-handed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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