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The foundations of the Republic shake. Many systems along the Rim express their dissatisfaction with the Galactic Senate.
The Senate calls for negotiated settlements and punitive tariffs to bring the Separatists back into line. These measures entrench the ill feeling in the Outer Rim. Many of the powerful corporations, among them the Trade Federation, win goodwill by refusing to collect the additional taxes. As tensions rise, there are signs of military buildup.
In the midst of it all, the Jedi receive a perplexing distress call, signed with the code of someone long missing and presumed dead. Jedi Master Elesse Vendar and her Padawan Anakin Skywalker are dispatched to investigate the coordinates in the mysterious message...
when clones attack
"The Kaminoans- mostly think about flaws in terms of genetics? And if a gene-pattern is too far out of line, they flush the tank."
the-sunny-side
She nods. "So they don't tend to see girls who have in-line gene patterns as flawed, even if they don't behave well or perform to standards?"
the-sunny-side
She nods.
That's still not ideal but is less an anger inducing humanitarian crisis. Though this whole mess is arguably an anger inducing humanitarian crisis.
Anakin isn't entirely fond of surprise big problems. Those aren't fun.
And she sighs.
"Thank you."
the-sunny-side
"I wouldn't mind - though participating would get us different information than just observing."
the-sunny-side
"I bet I'd enjoy fighting them." Being a Jedi usually involves a disappointingly high amount of being a reasonable adult and a disappointingly low amount of stabbing things, after all.
Off to a sparring room, then. The clones here look about eighteen, and are very excited to see Kayra. They're doing close combat drills with knives and practice sabers.
the-sunny-side
Anakin knows how to use and fight against both, fortunately.
(She seems more in her element now, too.)
The clones have some unique tricks in their collective repertoire. Their style isn't quite like anyone she's fought before.
the-sunny-side
The absolute best kind of style.
Anakin's still fast and vicious and adaptive, though, and not at all wedded to the idea of sticking to one formally defined style. Still, she specializes less in combat than the troopers do. Makes for a fun fight.
supposed-to-know
Partway through, Elesse's comm buzzes.
"Excuse me a moment," she says, stepping to the side.
the-sunny-side
Anakin tries to avoid letting her attention get split by curiosity about what message Elesse's receiving. Still, she's alert for a call to stop.
supposed-to-know
It seems to be a serious discussion, by the look of it. She glances up at the clones repeatedly.
the-sunny-side
Ominous.
Anakin's mood gets a tinge of worry, though she enjoys fighting enough that doesn't swamp her.
Still, she can't keep fighting forever, and she suspects neither can the clones. Eventually one side's going to get worn down, even if no one stops them first.
supposed-to-know
Elesse finishes the call and walks over to Kayra.
"Taun-We said that final inspection was in a month. How much can that be moved up?"
