Nik Arreni
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Post by Nik Arreni on Feb 20, 2014 11:49:23 GMT -8
Residential Area - Level 2 After an eventful night out with Terra Kiros, Nik retired to his room for meditation and sleep. The next morning he got up with the sun as was his habit and showered, dressed as usual, and ate a few pieces of fruit for breakfast. He paced up and down a few minutes, thinking about how to best carry out the plan he'd arrived at while getting ready for the day. Sitting cross-legged on his bed he pulled out a scrap of paper and a stylus, then painstakingly composed a short missive. This form of communication was not precisely his strong point, but he made an effort anyway.
Standing up he clipped his lightsaber to his belt and ran his hands through his hair in a hurried attempt to smooth it down a bit. He'd combed it already, but it was a habit of his. Then, he left in search of Terra.
Up on the level reserved for Masters/Knights with padawans he stopped outside her room, swiftly bent, and slid the note under her door. Once she opened the note, presuming naturally that she didn't incinerate it before perusing the contents, she'd see:Terra Kiros,
Training Room 2, 0730 hours ---want to spar with a Zeltron?
~Niklas Arreni~As soon as that had been done, he headed off toward the training area.Training Room 2 Nik stepped into a fairly large room with open floor-to-ceiling windows along one side, providing access to a an exterior balcony as well as a draft of fresh air. He personally preferred this training room to the others. The morning chill was invigorating and the sunrise was often spectacular as well. Going over to a narrow bench that ran along the opposite wall underneath a lining of mirrors for the practicing of stances, etc., he sat down and pulled off his boots and socks. The floor matting was composed of some soft, springy wood that was comfortable to the feet as well as necessary to provide some padding against rough falls experienced in the course of training.
Then, he took off his green tunic-vest, and sandy-coloured shirt, folding both articles and placing them above his boots, topped with his belt and lightsaber. Pacing barefooted out into the middle of the room in his trousers, he began his usual routine of slow stretches combined with breathing exercises. While not ripped like some of the burlier specimens of Jedi males, his torso and arms displayed toned muscles. |
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Ael Jade
The Jedi Order - Corellian Jedi Academy
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Post by Ael Jade on Feb 20, 2014 12:09:11 GMT -8
* After taking the lift down from the hangers to the main entrance of the Temple Rowans takes a few steps out and gazes at the entrance of the structure. It has been 16 years since he was last here, for though he left a padawan he had now come back a Master and ready to continue his duties as a jedi to the order. Rowan pushes back the sleeve of his left robe and presses a button on wrist com and sends a signal to the Temple's main communication center simply stating the a new arrival was out front and looking for direction in the temple. Rowan now waits.
The diminutive Councilor stepped out into the warm sunlight and looked immediately in Rowan's direction. She half-bowed in greeting and then, "Welcome to Coruscant. You seem unsure of yourself?" Clear green eyes intently scanned his appearance, in the interim while waiting to see what his response was. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 20, 2014 12:26:06 GMT -8
* Rowan makes eye contact with the female jedi approaching him and returns her bow. As he stands back up straight, Rowan pushes back his hood revealing his piercing blue eyes and young but in a worn face. Smiling slightly he speaks to the female Jedi*
" Thank you...it is an honor to be here. My name is Rowan, i apologize for the formality of my entrance but it has been a long time since I have been here on Coruscant and was not sure how things where done these days"
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Ael Jade
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Post by Ael Jade on Feb 21, 2014 17:17:43 GMT -8
Just Outside the Temple Entrance Jade looked at him askance."Jedi are always welcome in Jedi Temples and Academies. No explanation is needed for one's presence therein. In fact, one might think they are expected to be there." The older woman smiled at him as she replied with a dry humour to lighten the conversation. Rowan looked too young and worn to be carrying the weight of the galaxy on his shoulders. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 21, 2014 17:40:26 GMT -8
* Rowan lets slip of laughter out at Jades remark*
" Indeed, but to say the least i haven't interacted with my fellow jedi in well years"
* Having spent the last three years as a Jedi Shadow, Rowan had been on a lonely path for some time. And already just talking to another being of the lightside had begun to bring him comfort*
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Ael Jade
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Post by Ael Jade on Feb 21, 2014 17:43:43 GMT -8
"A Shadow you say," Jade considered him seriously, arms folded in front of herself meanwhile. A Shadow who had not dealt with other Jedi in some time it seemed. Interesting, particularly in light of recent events.
"The Shadows do tend to keep to themselves even with the Order as a whole. Have you reported your return to the Shadow Lead or the Council of First Knowledge?"
That might be a good first step for him to take.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 21, 2014 18:10:11 GMT -8
" That would be a no....when i returned to Ossus I found the temple to be taken by the Mandalorians so my first instinct was to come to Coruscant"
* Rowan stops mid-sentence and looked down for breif moment as if uncertain on how to continue, he then looked back up at Jade*
" My mission as a Shadow took a toll on me...now that I am done i feel the force has led me here to serve the order in other means"
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Ael Jade
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Post by Ael Jade on Feb 21, 2014 18:27:35 GMT -8
"I see. In this case your instincts have not led you wrong. The situation on Yavin is currently volatile. As the center of the Order united, the High Temple on Coruscant is rarely a bad choice."
So, the life of the Shadows was no longer for him. It was a strenuous lifestyle and one that seemed to run through peoples' stamina quicker than the other callings within the Jedi Order. "The life of a Shadow levies a toll upon all its followers."
Jade thought a moment before inquiring, "Have you given thought then to where your talents lie? Perhaps this is something the Council of Reassignment can help you with?"
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Post by Deleted on Feb 21, 2014 18:40:19 GMT -8
" Well considering my base talents lie within combat, I will do whatever the Order deems needed to be done"
* Rowan has a sadness in his eyes that he can't hide*
" My loyalty will forever be with the Jedi and like i said, whatever needs to be done I will do...for a i am sure a Jedi with no central ties like myself is needed"
* In the force Rowan can't hide is feeling indecision and doubt which he knew Jade would sense as well
" In all honesty i am looking for a home...a place i can hang my robe at and focus more on utilizing all my skills and not just the ones that bring death"
*Rowan communicates the last of his response to jade in the force so others that could be listening in wouldnt hear*
<< My last mission as a Shadow was to hunt down and kill my old Master....sense then my own insecurities it seems have been leading me and not the force>>
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Post by Deleted on Feb 21, 2014 19:45:19 GMT -8
Training Room 2 Nik stepped into a fairly large room with open floor-to-ceiling windows along one side, providing access to a an exterior balcony as well as a draft of fresh air. He personally preferred this training room to the others. The morning chill was invigorating and the sunrise was often spectacular as well. Going over to a narrow bench that ran along the opposite wall underneath a lining of mirrors for the practicing of stances, etc., he sat down and pulled off his boots and socks. The floor matting was composed of some soft, springy wood that was comfortable to the feet as well as necessary to provide some padding against rough falls experienced in the course of training.
Then, he took off his green tunic-vest, and sandy-coloured shirt, folding both articles and placing them above his boots, topped with his belt and lightsaber. Pacing barefooted out into the middle of the room in his trousers, he began his usual routine of slow stretches combined with breathing exercises. While not ripped like some of the burlier specimens of Jedi males, his torso and arms displayed toned muscles.
She cleared her throat nervously as she entered the training room."H-hey Nik...er...sorry I'm late..." |
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Nik Arreni
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Post by Nik Arreni on Feb 23, 2014 16:56:52 GMT -8
Training Room 2 By 0735, Nik had switched from stretches into meditation. When Terra ran through the door, he was seated lotus fashion levitating about three feet off the floor. As her voice slowly oozed through his mind, he brought himself out of meditation and stepped down onto the floor while turning to face her.
The Zeltron smiled warmly as he walked over to her, taking note of the fact that her current outfit, while plain, accentuated her figure whereas her Jedi robes had not. "I almost thought you were not coming," he replied, noting that she seemed a bit distracted. "Is everything alright, Terra Kiros?" He stopped, standing about two feet away from her, arms folded across his bare chest. |
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Ael Jade
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Post by Ael Jade on Feb 23, 2014 17:29:58 GMT -8
Just Outside the Temple "The Jedi Order is united, though satellite academies and temples still exist. Each of us has a place we call 'home,' but we all answer to the Order as a whole. For myself, Corellia is home. I am on Coruscant at the moment due to responsibilities on the High Council." Jade realized that she had not introduced herself, or been asked to do so by Rowan, so she carried on, "I am Councilor Jade." She could tell that he was filled with uncertainty and self-doubt, but being a pragmatically minded individual she was not good at being gentle with people. Her entire background was military in nature and as a result she'd startled her padawan, Terra, with direct orders, whereas her former Master, Serrin Roma, had been a more gentle teacher. It was just one of the differences between all the people that made up the Jedi Order as a whole.
The diminutive Jedi Master frowned at Rowan. Only the highly skilled were able to block out Force projection of thoughts in order to communicate with solely one individual. It required much practice and great concentration, and even then, it generally resulted in impressions and terse communications. The exception was those who were Bonded in the Force. That level of communication was on an entirely different plane.She arched an eyebrow steeply, "Indeed? That sort of...order, tends to lead to complicated feelings." Temple Infirmary
(several days later) Mei Ondreyu looked up from her desk where she had been going through Anshara's charts and the very few personal belongings she actually had. Her internal injuries had been dealt with, and the bacta had healed her broken ribs, nose, and face. With one final glance at her datapad, she called over a couple of orderlies and told them to begin the process of removing Anshara from the bacta tank and placing her in an unoccupied bed.
Within twenty minutes, the girl had been removed from the tank, cleaned up, put in a hospital gown, and gently laid in a bed in a semi-private area of the ward. Mei walked over to her and gazed quietly at the girl's face, so serene in the unconsciousness of sleep. So different from what she knew it would be when Anshara woke up. The Healer sighed quietly. She tugged the privacy curtain half-closed and picked up a hairbrush. Brown eyes glistened with tenderness as she began brushing the girl's hair with extreme gentleness. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 23, 2014 17:32:59 GMT -8
Terra sighed and looked at the floor."Um...w-well..."She took a deep breath and looked up at him."About last night...I'm...I'm not sure we should do that again..."Last night had been fun, but she was already in a relationship with Ralph...
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Nik Arreni
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Post by Nik Arreni on Feb 23, 2014 17:51:09 GMT -8
"Really...and why is that?" Nik considered her closely, emerald eyes gazing at her unflinchingly. He sensed some sort of conflict and confusion lying under the surface of Terra's reply. She seemed almost half-hearted or regretful what she was saying. "Ties to another?" he inquired with studied nonchalance. "Why then did you come here? Wanted to get your hands on me did you? Or---you are unsure of yourself because you had a good time last night? Because---" the Zeltron moved his hand closer to her face, almost as if he was going to brush his fingers against her cheek, but then he withdrew, "you did not have this," he waved his hands around her vaguely, "confusion then."
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Post by Deleted on Feb 23, 2014 18:10:35 GMT -8
Terra sighed again, now feeling really bad since she had genuinely enjoyed her night with Nik, yet she really was in love with Ralph. It was...confusing to say the least. She turned away from him, running a hand through her hair."I...I know...I have a boyfriend, Nik..."She wanted to be with Ralph, but she seemed to also be developing feelings for Nik now."I'm sorry...I should have told you sooner..."
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Nik Arreni
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Post by Nik Arreni on Feb 23, 2014 18:19:05 GMT -8
"Oh really now---and he's left you alone for so long you, erm, forgot about him?" Nik inquired with a roguish wink. He certainly hadn't felt anything of the kind from Terra the night before, and she didn't seem the type to take advantage of this modern age. But then again... "He doesn't have to be a problem you know, unless he's a jealous possessive type. It is rare for a Zeltron to have only one partner, almost unheard of actually...the reward, or the type of person to make that a desirable option, would be quite something!" the Zeltron riposted cheerfully, stepping closer to her and placing his hands on her waist, while arching an inquisitive eyebrow at her.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 23, 2014 18:26:47 GMT -8
* Rowan bows respectfully as the female jedi introduces herself.
" Well we have all had to make hard choices, if this life was easy then everyone would be a jedi"
* Rowan shakes his head *
" I would like to take some time to meditate and rest , once you have need of me just let me know"
*Rowan heads into the temple to find a secluded spot
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Post by Deleted on Feb 23, 2014 18:33:37 GMT -8
Terra shook her head quickly when Nik asked her if she had forgotten about him."N-no...I..."He had said that Ralph didn't need to be a problem and Terra had never figured him to be the jealous type but she still felt bad. She should have told Nik right away and not gotten herself into this situation. At least that's what she was telling herself in her head. She felt her breath coming a little more quickly when Nik stepped closer and put his hands on her waist and a slight tinge of red appeared on her face."B-but...I shouldn't..."
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Nik Arreni
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Post by Nik Arreni on Feb 23, 2014 18:38:43 GMT -8
"Hmmm," Nik nodded vaguely, watching her closely as she blushed. He pulled her closer, gently massaging her lower back as he bent his head and caught her lips in his own, kissing her deeply. Then, he broke it off and looked at her, still holding her against him. "Are you sure about that?"
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Post by Deleted on Feb 23, 2014 18:51:30 GMT -8
Terra didn't have time to protest before he was pulling her in for a kiss and she couldn't hold back a low moan as she felt him rubbing her back. When he pulled away, she leaned against him, gasping for breath, her head pressed gently against his chest."N-Nik...I...wh-what..."
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