Sith Empire Distances Itself From Celue

By Kesare Sauvage

BYSS – An ongoing debate over Accords between the Kalway Jedi Order and the Galactic Republic continues to rile diplomatic communities, first in the meetings of the Galactic Republic and most recently across the discussion forums of the Holonet.

Introduced in March 2015, the Aldera Protocol formalizes the relationship between the Galactic Republic and the Jedi Orders who are signatories to this arrangement and lays out legal standing and protocols for these Jedi Orders and their members. Something the Celestial Empress has long opposed.

With the debate moving onto the Holonet, Celestial Ally Empress Rowe added her voice, saying, “Celue has managed to make an enemy of virtually the entire galaxy. A feat not even I have achieved. She will fall in line now, or she’ll be adding us to her list of adversaries… and one already in her back yard, I might add. We will not be the big dog at the end of her leash so she can run her mouth with reckless abandon.”

The Chancellor of the Galactic Republic, Pjaysiv Panteer, stated that, “I get the fact most don’t understand the agreement and their may be some who oppose the aldera accords. The benefits protect both parties. By setting up this agreement we make sure that no Jedi or force users can hold political office. They also assure that we as the government body can not commanded the Jedi.”

Alleging segregation of Force Users by the GR as she repeatedly claimed to speak ‘for the people’, Empress Celue went on to state that at least one Force User already has taken control of the Galactic Republic, information she would only divulge in private to Empress Rowe while hinting that the New Galactic Republic had already fallen under the sway of one such, recently elected Chancellor Bhailli’jeh Freykaa formerly a Sith of the Sith Empire. “Though I know the Chancellor of NGR has turned away from the path of her training. I know of one within the government of GR… Though words can not be spoken in open holonet. Privately Later Mi’lady Empress Rowe of Byss.”

A senior member of the Sith Empire interceded on behalf of the Chancellor however, “Let it be known that while the sitting Chancellor was once a member of the Sith, she chose to depart and serve her people. As a Darth, that is her right, seen previously by the likes of Jen’ari Vectivus. Any challenge of this account, is a direct challenge of Empress Rowe herself, and all will be held accountable. Including allies.”

Empress Rowe herself is well known for spending time dealing with problems of her homeworld, one of many Sith to do so from former Emperor Validus and Emperor Destius to Executor Kālarātri’s work with the Pantoran Assembly.

Accusations laid by Empress Celue against members of the KOJ during recent attempts to rejoin or Ally with the NG. asserting several violations of the Accords however, continue to be discussed as well.

Vice Chancellor ZannahBlue opined that, “My reading of the protocol shows no such limit in any of the specified sections, or anywhere within that I have looked, so my finding is that there is no validity to the complaint.”

KalosProkopa of KOJ spoke next, “The stance of KOJ on this issue is in accord with the Vice Chancellor. There is nothing in the Accords that prevents more than one member of a given Order from speaking to this gathering.”

Senator Satsisyi’tam of Yavin agreed, “I don’t believe there is much to discuss … I think most of us were in agreement of the interpretation.”

Jedi Master Thalia Spintrus added, “Empress Celue has been against the Aldera Accords since her first tenure in this senate. She seeks control not cooperation.”

KalosProkopa continued, “Our reading of the Accords is that we are free to share intelligence with the GR, not that we are obligated to share the sources of it. And in any event, CE is not a signatory to the Accords, and thus are not obligated to the nature of our intelligence on any given issue. The Celestial Empire has made an accusation against the KOJ with respect to the Aldera Accords; KOJ refutes the accusations as baseless and lacking standing. But it is not the role of the Celestial Empire to prosecute the accusation. It is up to the Galactic Republic to do so. I put it in your hands to either pursue this or dismiss it.”

A senior member of the Sith Empire speaking under the condition of anonymity, confirmed that the Sith Empire had released troopers of the Grand Army of the Republic brought to them by Empress Celue. “The Empire is not interested in her skirmishes to desperately grasp for table scraps off of the Empress’ dinner table. As the CE does not back the Sith in combat, nor will the Sith Empire be dragged into CE affairs.”

Yavin Jedi Accuses Sith Empress Of Poisoning

By Kesare Sauvage

YAVIN IV – Unconfirmed reports and accusations are being levelled at the Sith Empress Rowe today, by Kalway Jedi Master Thalia Spintrus…

“A confirmed biological agent has been introduced into the water supply of Yavin IV by apparently the Sith.”

Master Spintrus then continued her allegations, admitting she lacked proof but was instead told by The Force.

“This is not yet wholly confirmed, but a ship registered to the Empire was noted as leaving the system by the KOJN and listening post readings. Force Sense revealed the presence of a biological agent within the waters along with the presence of the Empress of the Sith Empire herself.”

A renowned and fearless Marauder, the Empress is well known for her use of ‘biological agents’ to secure her numerous victories having used her Fleets at Brentaal IV and Corellia, and the Ror’Jihan ships to eliminate the last of the Infestites on Byss, as well as the personal duels fought with lightsabers against the sorcery of the Traitor Infestus on at least two occasions and countless victories in lightsaber duels over a wide range of enemies across at least two decades if not more.

Reports of the Kalway Fleets returning to defend the Jedi moon have been rumored across the Gordian Reach and commercial traffic is ‘advised to bring potable water and not to pack bathing suits.’

The Lethan Chancellor Elect of the NGR, Bhailli’jeh Freykaa, a former Jedi student on the Moon, continued the attacks as the news spread.

“The Sith hot off the heels of their questionable tactics on Corellia. The kidnapping of this Republics elected officials for ransom like a common petty thug. Now, this petty regime have openly set it’s sights on Balmorra with the arrogance well fitting its reputation. These are actions of a gluttonous , desperate aggressor with an undying thirst that must be halted. Not only has the aforementioned come to pass but she also has like a petulant despot lashed out at the allies of this Republic devastating the ecology of an entire planet!”

At the most recent meeting of the Galactic Republic, the Chancellor Elect also found time to heap abuse upon the Empress who was also present, comparing the Empire to a brazen, power drunk noble gorging itself on worlds.

“You see, only what you are allowed to see Empress, It is not me who denies you sight however, it is your own lust for power, worlds to devour, lives to bend the knee to you at the cost of their very right to self. Yes, i fought, yes I clawed to be where I am there is no shame in this, it is a glory.. You are not.. divine, you are so far form it that you cannot even see the light of it, you are Shadow and you are.. to all things.. Death.”

“We must as a whole not only obviously condemn the actions of this rogue state, but also it’s Empress. This high office wishes to extend to Yavin IV our support it is monumental task of cleanup., if there is anything we may do know that this Republic shall upon your request. With all of these actions mounting, I urge this, our great Senate to be ready to address the Byss issue, this cannot, and should not be allowed to endure!”

‘As Chancellor, I appeal to the angel of out better natures to stop this empire, for all who have bled for our great freedoms- we must, be ready this session to speak your hearts and minds lest she own them both in the end.. “

The Empress has not responded to these new allegations, but to the old said, “And was I this dark plague you speak of when I so graciously allowed you to depart from the Empire to serve your people? Generally when you become an ally you hold that until you choose to leave or you give us reason not to trust you anymore. But we just kill you for that. I don’t do second chances.”

UPDATE

“We come to you live in the capital city of Validestius where the Empress just finished a press conference on Balmorra. The Empress was asked for a response to the unfounded claims that she somehow single-handedly snuck off of Byss to Yavin undetected even by her own guard corps, to poison their water. The Empress chuckled a moment at the question before looking at the camera as if speaking directly to Master Thalia of KOJ and the new chancellor elect of the NGR. “Insolent whelp over here trying to implicate me in some sort of petty defacing of their property like a common thug. I am an Empress, we don’t traipse around Jedi moons toying with their water,” she says laughing. “My favorite part is, “I have no proof it is Rowe, but the force said it was.” Rolls her eyes as she takes out her script pad, “Thalia I am writing you a referral for mental health. It is clear you have lost control of your own faculties at this point. Get some help, this is another desperate plea by the Jedi and the NGR…..the losing side of this conflict, to make us sound like the bad guys. Odd, our citizens are all rich, we have no homeless….oh and we’re not using the Mandalorians like hired goons to do our “dirty work” either. Sit there in your pile of lies and keep casting stones. You only make us look better the more you do.”

Empress To Visit Corellia, Jedi

By Kesare Sauvage

BYSS – Once again diplomacy is the order of the day as Empress Rowe and Grand Imperial General Nikkos Rokkuo announced plans to visit Yavin IV soon, the home of the Kalway Jedi Order, as well as Corellia to meet with the Prime Minister and government officials.

“The Guardians of Light have since reached out to us on behalf of the NGR, requested by their Chancellor, in an effort to secure her release. I have spoken with them and an arrangement has been made. The Jedi will arrange a sit down with this Empire and the Corellian Government. During that time, the Vice Chancellor will be released at a location disclosed only to a very select few.”

Jedi Master Thalia Spintrus and Council Master Tanira Raman had arranged a private meeting earlier this week with General Rokkuo though inconclusive, which the Empress expressed a desire to continue over tea with Grandmaster Iria Tuqiri.

Details of the projected State Visit to Corellia have not been released at this time.

A hologram attributed to the Prime Minister of Corellia recently made its way onto the holonet, asking for aid and referring to the Sith Empire as ‘evil invaders’ but has since agreed to meet with the Empress privately.

As the Empress returned to her duties, Darth Rina assumed control of the Court meeting, addressing concerns by Empress Celue that the Sith Empress may be unable to defend herself if permitted to attend either meeting in person.

“Do you think that the Empress cannot take care of herself? That a woman famed for being one of the highest decorated marauders in this empire needs protecting? Is that what you are implying? The Empress is more than capable of defending herself and will have the Grand Imperial General with her.”

Master Raven of the Guardians of Light Jedi Order agreed, adding that the location of the Vice Chancellor’s release has not yet been decided but security preparations are in place. “The GOL has worked hard on trying to get a peaceful solution to the situation. As far as security the GOL will come alone because we do not want to jeopardize the talks with bringing a fleet with us. Peace is the overall objective and we will do everything we can to make that happen. Myself and Master Jayden Lukas will be the ones mediating the talks. No one from the NGR will be there. These are negotiations between The Corellian Government and Byss.”

In past years the Guardians of Light have worked towards Peace through diplomacy before, including the Alderaan Peace Talks held on Corellia itself, to resolve an issue over the rightful Queen of New Alderaan and later both received the prestigious Battle of Vreni Service Medal for their work rescuing over 1000 civilian prisoners from The Scourge during the rescue assault. This will be their first time meeting the Empress.

Corellia has often been the target of rogue Sith Orders such as the One Sith who also attacked Arkania, homeworld of Dark Lord Destius, followed by the mysterious group bankrolling The Scourge that led to the devastating collapse of and riots across Coronet City, and unsubstantiated rumors of the exiled Triumvirate and then the Serpentine Order as well working out of Corellia.

Well known galactic figure Admiral Artimis Raiden of the Imperial Sith Navy ran for election on Corellia recently, narrowly losing, and based Theonex, a prominent cybernetics manufacturing business there.

Master Jayden Lukas of the Guardians of Light was elevated to the rank of Master by the Kalway Jedi Order at the close of 2015, described as an inspiration, a leader, loyal and ‘what a Jedi truly aspires to be’.

Master Raven was originally trained on Yavin before leaving with the calling of the Force. “Eventually the Force guided us here in Shili after a few stops in other places. Now we make our home here. “

Vice Chancellor, Diplomacy and War at Corellia

By Kesare Sauvage

YAVIN IV – The Kalway Jedi Enclave was host to diplomatic negotiations concerning former Jedi and Republic Vice Chancellor Bhailli’jeh Freykaa, currently being held by Sith Imperial forces in an undisclosed location after a diplomatic mission to Corellia.

A lethan twi’lek, known for literally butchering at least one Jedi Padawan, Ms Freykaa served the Sith Empire until exiled for Treason.

Council Master Tamira Raman and Master Thalia Spintrus invited Grand Imperial General Nikkos Rokkuo, who had found the former Kalway Order Jedi during her recent visit to Corellia, and led the capture team.

“Bhailli’jeh is a personal matter to this Empire, so her weight is more hefty than, let’s say a Council Member of the Kalway Order. While key members of any government are of some small interest, our interest in the traitor Bhailli’jeh is greater. A mark against this Empire, she remains, and continues to be so long as she lives and aides the NGR. If Corellia is surrendered to us, however, we will wipe the slate. We will allow her to live peacefully among your allies.” He would move his hands to rest in front of him, clasped together. “If you are able to think up a more appealing offer, this Empire is of course all ears.”

Said the Grand Imperial General, “Her arrest was performed for two reasons: One, she is a noted member of the NGR, two: Logically we might suspect she was performing operations in an effort to stir the Corellian people to take up arms, which would naturally put them in harms way. We sought to prevent that. But to now have a former member of our Empire sit the seat of Vice Chancellor now in our custody, we find ourselves in a peculiar position. I, myself, would fight to have her on trial and push for her execution. In return for the release of Bhailli’jeh to the New Galactic Empire, the Empress Rowe would prefer we end the Corellian engagement, have the NGR retreat from the planet, and surrender it to us. An end to the conflict, many lives saved from the future horrors of this ongoing conflict, and the Vice Chancellor returned to her…. Home… As she calls it.”

While disapproving of their former student’s choices and her betrayal as well as the engagement on Corellia, the Jedi pair offered to trade Master Raman aid and construction supplies as well as further humanitarian aid to those displaced in the conflict for the Exiled prisoner. “Enough to aid in the completion of the rebuilding [of Khayyal City] and enough to help the displaced of that conflict settle for another 8 months,” though the Jedi later admitted that they had not yet sought permission from the GrandMaster.

Added Master Thalia Spintrus “No one understands her betrayal more than the group she first betrayed.”

While appreciative of the Jedi’s sacrifice, said the Grand Imperial General, “The Citadel is still under construction of course, but the strides we have made are already showing a vast improvement over the designs of its predecessors. I fear, however, we are indeed at an impasse. Unless your Order can negotiate the surrender of Corellia to this Empire, or if the Order can work with the NGR for something equally substantial, I am afraid the Vice Chancellor will remain in our custody until her trial. I part with this warning: Any attempt to remove Bhailli’jeh in an undiplomatic method will see to it that her trial is skipped and her execution carried out by disintegration.”

Chancellor Rush of the New Galactic Republic agreed afterward to send a diplomat to the Sith Empire to bargain for an end to hostilities.

Reports from Corellia vary, with the Chancellor claiming victory on the ground despite the loss of numerous troopers and a Forward Operating Base as well as the Sith Fleet’s dominance in orbit against combined Imperial Commonwealth and Sabaoth Coalition forces, and leaked transmissions said to be from the Corellian Prime Minister, claiming, “Our worlds are too important for the galaxy to fall into another Sith Empire’s hands. If our worlds fall, the shipyards will also fall into their hands, and they will soon be turning out new ships to fight either against the Sith… or if you fail to act, for the Sith.”

The New Galactic Republic authorized aid and comfort to Corellia in their most recent Senate meeting as well as potential membership, but the clone Chancellor admitted to meeting harsh resistance from the Sith forces.

The presence of the elite Crusader Corps on Corellia and recent announcements by Grand Imperial General Rokkuo of the Indoc Academy for Recruits, as well as the Officer Training Academy for Branch Officers, is expected to further raise the level of the Imperial Sith Military forces after the successful campaign to embrace BrentaaI IV.

Said one soldier on Corellia that I met on the rain filled Corellian streets, “Our Stance is Simple. We are here to Liberate the Corellian People of their Government and provide better Security and protection for their People more then The Republic or IRC could ever do.”