(I almost didn't write today. I fell while skiing yesterday and I only have one semi-functioning limb. I pulled muscles in all of my limbs and my neck so I'm not having a good time. I just hope I feel better soon. Enjoy the chapter!)
Tyler turned to Yoda. "Master Yoda, I'll take care of the two Sith. You and Kai should handle the droids and tanks."
Yoda nodded. "Hmm. Yes. Do that you will. On you, my eye will be."
Tyler smiled and bowed slightly. "Thank you, master."
He then charged forwards. Any droids that got in his way, he quickly cut down with a swift swing of his lightsabers.
Stone peaked out from behind his tank and saw the wake of destruction Tyler was leaving behind. He grimaced and turned to Rose. "We can kill him, right?"
Rose grimaced. She knew that they stood no chance. "We are two, and he is one. We have to at least try."
Stone resolved himself and nodded. "Let's do this then. On three…"
Tyler continued walking towards their position. Suddenly, two blurs bursted out from behind the tank. One soared high into the air and the other was coming straight towards him on the ground.
He smiled and spoke softly towards the two people that were now on either side of him. "Finally, I can end this annoying day. I just wanted to spend a day at the spa but nooooooo. That little green fuck had to kidnap me while I was sleeping and take me to this fucking rock. I sure as hell can't take it out on him, so I am going to unfortunately have to impose on you two. I hope you don't mind."
Stone shook his head. "We won't just let you kill us, Lord Draco."
Tyler shrugged. "Where would the fun be in that? However, you have changed my mind since you didn't speak to me with pure hostility like all the others. I like that. Come at me one at a time and I'll give you some pointers before sending you off to wherever you will respawn."
Rose widened her eyes at this. She made eye contact with Stone, waiting for his decision. He is the commanding officer after all.
Stone thought for a moment and shrugged. "Eh, we knew we were gonna die anyways. Might as well get something out of it."
This type of opportunity was unheard of. Getting a lesson, no matter how short, from the undisputed strongest player in the Republic is no small deal. In fact, Tyler might even be the strongest player in the entire galaxy. He has yet to die once after all of the combat he has taken part in. Rumors have even been going around that he won a fight by himself against four Sith. Some even claim that he came out unwounded! Being able to learn from him would be quite the boon.
Tyler sheathed one of his lightsabers and pointed to the remaining one. "Stone, you first."
He nodded. Rose deactivated her lightsaber and stepped back before kneeling on the ground in a meditative position in order to watch.
Tyler got into a relaxed pose and pointed his lightsaber straight downwards. "Come at me with everything you have."
Stone nodded and complied. He charged forwards like a fucking mongoloid and threw a powerful swing at Tyler. Tyler scoffed and lightly swung, redirecting the swung before holding the point of his saber towards Stone's neck.
Tyler shook his head. "Who was your teacher?"
Stone sighed. "I never had a teacher. I am in a small guild and us two are the only Sith in the guild."
Tyler pulled back his lightsaber and stepped back. He then raised his brow in confusion. "Why didn't you join the Republic?"
Stone laughed. "That's what I keep saying! It's probably too late to switch sides now."
Tyler shook his head. "Intelligence is a valuable thing. As an officer, you would be quite valuable if you switched sides. I would guarantee your safety myself as information is everything in war."
Stone laughed. "I'll think about it."
Tyler smiled. "Great. Back to your lesson, you lack control and training. Stop putting all your power into aimless strikes and use your brain." He pointed to his head. "You win battles up here. Remember that. Let's go again. Don't be an idiot this time."
Stone nodded and slowly circled around Tyler.
The Jedi smiled. "Good. Patience is key. You must dictate the flow of battle. With control, victory is always within grasp."
Stone suddenly changed his pace and started circling faster. In order to keep up, Tyler started rotating faster. Out of the blue, Stone stopped and moved the other way before charging in and swinging his lightsaber towards Tyler. This time, the strike was much faster due to the use of the wrists rather than the arm.
Tyler smirked as he parried the strike. He then proceeded to block a series of similar strikes. Using his wrists as a focal point, Stone kept swinging his lightsaber back and forth at high speeds.
Tyler then put a little extra strength behind his block and sent Stone's lightsaber flying out of his hands.
Stone raised his hands. "I yield."
Tyler nodded. "You have already made quite a bit of progress. With proper training, you could become quite the warrior. As a melee fighter, you must focus on speed. This will allow you to block, parry, counter, and attack as you dictate the pace of a fight. Now reflect on this as you watch Rose and I spar. Sit."
Stone nodded. "Thank you, Lord Draco." He then went to sit where Rose had just gotten up from.
Rose stood across from Tyler and fell into a fencing stance. She bent her knees in a wide stance. Her free hand was behind her back while her lightsaber was held out in front of her.
Tyler raised his brow. "Interesting. Let's see what you've got."
Rather than waiting for her to come in, he went straight in. He swung downwards from above his left shoulder. She masterfully parried the strike before countering by going straight for his neck. Tyler quickly raised his lightsaber as a blur of purple deflected the crimson blade. He then rotated his wrist, quickly repositioning his lightsaber for a follow up strike. Swinging his entire arm down, he pushed her lightsaber even further out of position and then held his saber to her neck.
Tyler nodded. "You have good foundations but lack the initiative to use it. Be ready for the counter and use it to your advantage. When challenging an opponent that is stronger than you, act like it. You can't be so obvious. Always be ready to reset your stance so you can maintain control. Again."
Rose nodded as she took a step back and reset her stance. Without hesitation, she rushed forwards with a jab. Tyler quickly rotated his wrist and deflected the strike. He then positioned his saber at a downward angle and swung upwards.
In response, she spun around, putting both hands on her lightsaber and placing it behind her back. After successfully blocking the strike, she continued spinning and swung at Tyler's neck.
He smiled and launched a powerful swing, bouncing her lightsaber off of his as if she had hit solid beskar. As he was about to launch a counter strike, she quickly stepped backwards and reset her stand, ready for the next exchange.
Tyler laughed. "Good. That was the correct move. You took my opportunity and made it yours. Fight like that and you will be able to defeat your enemy." He turned to Stone and gestured. "Come, let's talk."
Stone walked over and stood next to Rose. "What now?"
Tyler smirked. "Well you two have a choice. Join me, or die."
Stone sighed. "Betraying our allies is no small ordeal. Why should we?"
Tyler shook his head. "You are currently on the losing side. Your leaders might think they are winning but they are wrong. Plus, your foundations in the dark side will do you good if you follow me. If you gain my trust, I might allow you to participate in a new initiative I am going to start for the Jedi in my guild. Their power will increase by many folds."
Stone raised his brow. "That does sound tempting. I doubt anyone would think twice about an opportunity to join Limitless. Even if it does involve a serious betrayal."
Tyler smiled. "If you would like time to decide, I can take you both as prisoners for now. If you decide that you don't want to switch sides, I'll send you both on your way."
Stone let his shoulders and head drop. He sighed. "I guess there is no other choice at this point. Rose, hand over your lightsaber."
She nodded. "Yes, commander." They both handed Tyler their lightsabers.
Tyler then looked around. He could only laugh.
Kai was lounging on top of a destroyed tank, yawning and scratching his stomach.
Tyler smirked. "How long have I kept you waiting?"
Kai shrugged. "I lost track of time. You done over there?"
Tyler nodded. "We have two new friends. You should escort them back to the ship with the clones and then meet us at the rendezvous with the L-35 after securing the prisoners. Treat them nicely will you?" He tossed the two lightsabers over to Kai.
Kai caught them and nodded. "It will be done. See you in a bit!"
Tyler then walked over to Yoda who was meditating. "Master Yoda, let's go see the king."
Yoda nodded and hopped up. "Hmm. Yes. Time it is."
The two walked off towards the meeting point.
-GE-
A hologram of Count Dooku popped up in front of King Katuunko.
Katuunko chuckled and gestured. "You were right, Count Dooku. One Jedi is not worth a hundred battle droids, more like a thousand. I'm sorry, but we will be joining the Republic."
Dooku shook his head. "I urge you to reconsider, wise king. I promise you won't regret it."
Katuunko firmly shook his head and pointed at Ventress. "Your agent also promised me Yoda and Draco would get a fair fight. I will not deal with those who break their words."
Dooku closed his eyes and sighed. He then reopened them. "So be it. Perhaps our negotiations will be more fruitful with your successor. Ventress, kill him!"
Ventress ignited her twin, curved, crimson sabers. Katuunko's two guards raised their weapons and fired at the Sith. She blocked both shots and then raised her hand. Using the force, she threw the two guards to the ground.
She smirked at Katuunko and walked towards him. She then swung both sabers at Katuunko. As they were about to hit him, they stopped. She grunted in frustration, trying to overpower the invisible wall.
Looking over, she noticed Yoda using the force to prevent her from killing Katuunko. Tyler was standing next to him.
Ventress snarled. "Draco, of course you're here."
The two battle droids behind Ventress turned to fire their blasters but Tyler just waved his hand and sent them flying.
Tyler smirked. "Baldy and Count Doodoo. It's nice to see you both again."
Katuunko smiled and turned to Yoda. "Jedi Master Yoda, Lord Draco, I am very pleased to meet you both at last."
Yoda smiled. "Share the feeling I do, King Katuunko."
Tyler nodded. "The pleasure is all mine, your highness."
Yoda waved his hand and sent Ventress flying backwards. She grunted as she was thrown. He then slowly walked towards the hologram of Dooku. "Failed you Ventress has, count."
Ventress got up and brandished her sabers as she fell into her stance. "I don't fear you, Jedi."
Yoda nodded and looked at the Sith. "Strong you are with the dark side, young one, but not that strong." He raised his hand and pulled her lightsabers out of her hands with the force. He glanced down at them. "Still much to learn you have." He threw the lightsabers back to Ventress. "Surrender, you should."
Ventress wore an angry face and holstered her sabers on her belt. She then quickly reached over and grabbed a detonator.
Tyler laughed and used the force to pull it out of her hand. "Oh no you don't."
Ventress screamed with rage and ran over to her ship. As she stepped on the ramp, it immediately took off and she had escaped.
Yoda shook his head as he watched her ship fly away. "In the end, cowards are those who follow the dark side."
Dooku scoffed. "It's a pity I wasn't there in person, my old master."
Yoda nodded. "A pity indeed, my fallen apprentice." The hologram cut off as Dooku turned away.
Yoda then turned back to Katuunko. "Perhaps now, begin negotiations we can."
Katuunko shook his head and pulled his sheathed sword into both hands. "That is not necessary, my friend." He unsheathed the sword as both of his guards stood back up and flew behind him. "You have my faith. Toydaria would be honored to host a Republic base." He held his sword straight up in front of his face before sheathing it and approaching Yoda. "My people are at your service." He handed the sheathed sword over to Yoda.
Yoda bowed slightly and accepted the sword. "Your majesty, fail you we will not."
As he said this, 6 venators entered the atmosphere as their engines roared. In addition, the L-35 was about to land next to them. From the venators, a squadron of gunships were approaching their position. They flew over them and hovered above the group.
*Main Storyline Quest Completed: Ambush*
*Rank: Legendary*
*Rewards: +6000 Toydaria Reputation, +2000 GAR Reputation, +1000 Jedi Order Reputation*
*Congratulations! Your reputation level with Toydaria has reached friendly!*
Tyler gestured towards the ramp that was descending from the L-35. "Let's get on my ship. We can head to the capital together."
Katuunko smiled and nodded. "That is a wonderful idea, Lord Draco."
Tyler waved his hand and shook his head as he approached Katuunko. "Please, call me Draco. I'd say we are friends now."
Katuunko nodded. "You may do the same. We are peers after all." They walked towards the L-35 and entered the lounge. "Is there anything Toydaria can do for you?"
Tyler thought for a moment and then his eyes lit up. "Toydaria is in Hutt controlled space, yes?"
Katuunko nodded. "Indeed. What are you suggesting?"
Tyler smiled. "I recently became friendly with the Hutts. It would be great if Limitless could set up a base here. This would also give your world a boost to its defenses. No one would dare touch one of my worlds."
Katuunko smiled and nodded. "That is a wonderful idea. You can share a building with the Republic in the capital. I will also have some lands given to you so that a base can be set up."
Tyler sighed. "You are very generous, Katuunko. In exchange, I will reserve a spot in my senatorial delegation for one of your representatives."
Katuunko laughed. "I believe that is more than fair. I look forward to a prosperous relationship between us."
Tyler nodded. "Indeed. Would you like a drink?"
Katuunko nodded and sat down on one of the couches. "That would be wonderful. What do you have to offer?"
Tyler pulled out a bottle of blue liquor. "I am not sure if you know this, but I am quite the collector and drinker of fine alcohols. This is a bourbon that is made from moon grass." He took out two glasses and dropped a few ice cubes into each. "Moon grass is native to Tython and grows under the moonlight. This gives it the blue color." He poured about 3 ounces into each glass and then set the bottle down after corking it. "Despite its appearance, it is not sweet. It has a slight peaty aroma but a gentle and oaky flavor. It was aged for about 20 years in wine finished barrels to give it a slight, fruity aroma." He handed one of the glasses to Katuunko. "It is made for those with a refined taste." He took a whiff of the glass and then took a small sip, letting it sit in his mouth for a moment before swallowing. "Try it."
Katuunko smiled. "Happily. Everyone has their passions and this is quite a useful one to have. Friendships are best forged over drinks!" Katuunko took a sip and his eyes widened. "This… this is delicious! You must tell me where to get some!"
Tyler laughed. He turned around and grabbed the bottle before handing it to the king. "Consider it a gift."
Katuunko shook his head. "I could never accept something this great as a gift."
Tyler chuckled. "Don't worry. After tasting some of their products, I bought the entire distillery. I can get it whenever I want."
Katuunko raised his brow in curiosity. "That is quite the move. Are you in possession of other distilleries?" He then accepted the bottle reluctantly. "My wife will love this."
Tyler nodded as he sat down across from the king. "Indeed. I have acquired a whole slew of distilleries, vineyards, orchards, and farms over the years. I distribute their products across the Republic. I plan on using the base we construct on Toydaria to expand our coverage to Hutt Space. Everyone loves a good drink."
Katuunko nodded. "I will be sure to become a patron of your business."
Tyler smiled and stood up. "I appreciate that. I believe we have arrived. Shall we start the negotiations?"
Katuunko nodded as he hopped up and hovered in the air. "We shall."