On board the Star Forge a Sith Apprentice walked through the bridge of the vessel where his Master stood by the window, looking through the depth of space as he waited for something to happen. Darth Malak sensed his apprentice walk in as he stood in front of him, "Scarus" the Sith Master had spoken his apprentice's name through his cybernetic jaw. The apprentice had kneeled, removing his hooded cloak, showing off his Sith tattooed face, "Master" 

"Rise Lord Scarus" the Sith Master ordered him. Scarus stood up, waiting for his Master to speak again, "I sense unease with you my apprentice. Tell me what bothers you" sensing the anger boiling in his apprentice. 

Scarus had spoken on what was on his mind, not fond of seeing a former Jedi standing next to his Master. He had been wanting to kill her since she was brought on board. He glares at the new Sith apprentice, before looking back at his Master, "What bothers me is not only you brought a Jedi here, but she had failed to kill Revan, now she leads him and the Republic to us" 

Malak's new apprentice looked at him grimly, "Least I confronted him. All you did was stay on this vessel and did nothing" the apprentice was angered by this, pulling his lightsaber into his hand without igniting it, while the other apprentice held a grip on her lightsaber that was still on her belt. Before any weapons could be ignited, Malak had stepped in between the two, as he sounded irritated though his cybernetic jaw, "Scarus, Shan, enough" ordering them to stand down. looking between the two. Scarus clipped his lightsaber back onto his belt, while Bastila had let go of her own. 

Malak had turned to Bastila, shocking her with force lightning until she hit the ground, screaming in pain as her new Master unleashed more onto her. He eventually stopped, looking down on her as she was on the ground, "You will kill Revan when he comes on board, won't you?" Bastila for a moment had a look of confusion on her face. She couldn't put a sentence together, not sure how she felt. She wanted to do what her Master said, but she couldn't bring herself to answer her truthfully. This caused Malak to shock her again"Answer me apprentice, will you kill Revan and his allies when they come on board and will you do it without hesitation?" he asked again, his voice sounding impatient. Perhaps a part of her didn't want to go through with killing someone she used to care for. Bastila looked up at Malak, who was glaring at her with his Sith eyes, waiting for an answer. She knew she was trapped, if she tried to resist then she would die. Seeing no choice, Bastila bows her head in shame, giving into her Master's demands, "I promise Lord Malak, when Revan and his friends come on board, I will show no mercy. After that I will use my battle meditation to destroy the Republic fleet. After the battle is won, then we will go after the rest of the Republic and Jedi. When that's finished, then the galaxy will be yours, Lord Malak" Bastila looked up at him with her own Sith eyes, giving in to the darkside once again. Malak observed her once again before speaking, "Good, now leave us" as Bastila left she was called back again by her Master, "Also Bastila if you fail again, then don't expect me to show you leniency again. This time I will kill you without second thoughts" the fallen Jedi didn't respond, rather she turned back to exit the door, leaving the two Sith Lord alone. Darth Malak turned to face Darth Scarus, he gripped him in the air with the force, as he struggled to breath, "Never question again, otherwise I will be finding myself a new heir to my Empire, Understood?" Malak warned his apprentice before dropping him on the ground. Scarus stood up back onto his feet, "I apologize Lord Malak, but I feel the conflict within her, I am sure you do as well" 

"Come with me, there is something that I haven't shown you yet" Malak ordered his apprentice. Scarus followed him without hesitation. They left the bridge to walk into another room, Scarus was shocked to see bodies floating in the pods. He was amazed to sense the force flowing through each one of them, "Master what is this? I could sense the force through each of them" 

"These are Jedi that have been captured throughout the conquest. You told me you concern yourself with Shan? Well this is my reason, if Bastila does decide to betray us for Revan, then I will personally kill my former Master myself" Malak told his apprentice. Scarus continues walking around the glasses that they are placed in. He can't sense anything, but the force flowing through them.

"Something wrong Lord Scarus?" Malak had asked his apprentice who was still walking around the room, "No Master, these Jedi are alive?" casually asking him, without being surprised by his apprentice's reaction.

Malak nodded his head, "Correct, they are in stasis. Rather than becoming one with the force, they will be used to power this station" Scarus looked to see they were all full, "But what does this have anything to do with Shan?" he asked. That is when his Master entered another door in that room where he saw another pod, but it was empty and isolated from the rest, "This one is for Bastila, her battle meditation will be used to make this battlestation indestructible. Regardless of what her choice will be, this is where she will go" Malak told his apprentice. Who had just stared into it. Scarus turns to his Master, "I doubted your power Master, forgive me" 

Malak laughed, "How could you know an apprentice? You and Bandon always competed on who would rule my Empire after my death, you had no idea what I was working on behind the scenes" Scarus said nothing to this. Malak was right, he and Bandon were his only apprentices. When Bandon died by Revan and Bastilas hands, it made him excited that there was no one to challenge him for his position, "I look forward to being by your side when the battle starts" Malak immediately shuts this down, turning towards his apprentice, "You will not be joining me. I want to deal with my former Master myself if Shan fails. You are to stand by and take charge of the fleet. Deal with any intruders that attempt to stop us, but leave Revan alone, I sense that he will be coming soon for his lost companion.

Scarus wasn't happy by this decision. He wanted to be by his Master's side when Revan and his allies came on board. He had hoped to help kill Revan if Bastila failed, then kill Malak when they were done. He didn't want to argue with the fear of his position being replaced, so he reluctantly agreed as he did a slight bow, "As you wish my Master" he left the room his Master was in. He was lost in his thoughts as he was walking the halls. His plans turned to ruins, but brought opportunity. In his mind if Revan kills Malak, then the remnants of his Empire will be his. He could kill his Master, knowing he will be weakened from his fight. The only problem that circled his mind was Bastila. If she kills Revan, then he will have to wait longer to enact his plan, waiting the long game until he finds a new opportunity. Upon walking the halls, he stumbled upon a young darkside user around the age of seventeen. He looked into her eyes, they were gray. This one was from the planet Dathomir, he could easily tell by the pale white skin and the white hair, she was a nightsister. The young woman just stared down into him without fear, which caught his attention, "Tell me girl, why are you here?" he asked with curiosity . 

"I was stationed here to protect this battlestation from anyone that threatens the Sith Empire" 

"And how long have you been taught in the ways of the force?" He proceeded into asking questions.

"I just graduated from the academy a year early, being the top of my class" 

Scarus had nodded his head as he continued to look down at her. She is now the one asking him a question, "Is there something Lord Scarus?" 

"Just go back to what you were doing" he ordered her before walking away. Making his way towards his quarters, he had ordered the Admirals to not only prepare for incoming attacks, but warned them that they needed to let go of the shields, so Revan and his crew could make it on board, before he left without being questioned on his reasons. Scarus went back to his quarters. He took this opportunity to access his files where he decided to look up an acolyte he had just met. He observed her files, learning her name was Rin. He was impressed, she was at top of her class, but able to learn advanced forms of lightsaber combat. She was able to bring down her Sith Master in single combat while training. Many students that stood in her way, she had brought all of them down, even killing some. Scarus had liked what he was reading on her file. Perhaps it was even floating through his mind that she could be a potential apprentice for him.

He had put down the data pad as he sat down to meditate. Scarus had not left his spot for a while. He had lost track of time on what he presumes was an hour. He finally gets up after sensing another disturbance in the force. The Republic had arrived out of hyperspace, when he got out of his quarters, making his way up to the bridge, seeing that the battle was starting. One of the Generals had approached him, "Lord Scarus the Republic had just arrived. We had sent out the fleet to deal with them"

"Good, and what of Revan?" the Sith Apprentice asked.

"I don't know, but we are seeing a small freighter boarding the vessel now" 

"Its him, I could sense it. Let him, when he arrives, don't bother closing the shields" The General on board was confused, "My Lord, what about the other Republic vessels. They are likely to follow Revan as he arrives in the hanger" 

"That's the point. Let them in, don't question me again" Scarus walked out. He was walking through the halls. He could hear blaster fires and lightsabers from a distance. When Scarus had arrived in the hangar to witness the battle that was occuring, he saw more Republic ships moving into the hangar of the Star Forge. He turns his head seeing Revan leading the attack. This was an opportunity for Scarus, he could use this surprise attack on the redeemed Jedi, but he stopped himself knowing if he kills Revan, then he will have both Bastila and his Master against him, two people he can't take on at once. If they fought, he would have no chance to claim the Empire for himself, so he waited for him to leave the room along with his companions like his Master had asked him. He looked down below to see a fight is still occuring. There were Republic troops fighting against his and Malak's forces, they were all being defeated. Looking on his right, he sees Rin being the last survivor, she struggles against the Republic Forces. She was surrounded by a group of Jedi, he saw as they were fighting. Rin held her own, blocking swings after swings. She managed to disarm and cut clean through one of the Jedi's chest before more came her way. She used the force to push another back, before blocking a strike that would have ended her. Being the only one left, she tried to stand her ground, but was losing it to her enemy. Rin was going on the defense, which was her only option as the Jedi continued to charge against her. Scarus saw this, she was being overwhelmed, one of the Jedi had pushed her against a pillar, using the force. This causes her to lose herself in a daze. Seeing what was about to happen, decided to step in by removing his cloak and igniting his double bladed lightsaber. He rushed in, killing the Jedi before they had a chance to react. Republic soldiers tried to fire, but the Sith pushed them down the edge. He turned around to see Rin on the ground, making her wonder if he was going to punish her for losing to the Jedi. Instead, he had laid out a hand for her. Rin picked it up, bringing her back to her feet, "Why did you save me?" she questioned him, but before he could answer, they saw another group of Jedi come before them. Scarus nodded at Rin, motioning her to follow him. They two would duel fiercely against the Jedi as Scarus swung both ends of his lightsaber at the two Jedi, decapitating them. Another one tried to swoop to attack the Sith, but Rin went in, cutting him in half with her own lightsaber. As they were the only two left, the pair would fight back against the Republic forces that were on ground. More shuttles tried to get in, but Scarus seeing this would launch a power of force lighting, destroying the three shuttles that contained Jedi and soldiers of the Republic. After that they didn't stop until every Jedi or Soldier was dead. When the fighting was over, the two deactivated their lightsabers. 

"Looks like we won" Rin said, breaking the silence that had once again occurred between the two. Scarus stayed silent, during the battle he had sensed this acolytes' rage grew more and more as they fought. He saw the bodies on the floor, causing him to have a grin on his face. Before Rin could speak again, he cutted her off, "The battle is still not over. I sense that Revan had just entered his battle with Shan. While that is happening, I will go deal with his allies alone. Go find more reinforcements and stay on guard case more Republic soldiers or Jedi arrive" 

"Yes Master" Rin had bowed her head before leaving Scarus alone in the hanger. He gained a smile on his face, knowing that soon Malak would be dead and when he did, the title Master would pass to him. When the Sith had entered the halls of the Star Forge, he could see on the ground the droids that were created by the Star Forge as well as seeing bodies of those that served the Empire. He could see he is getting closer as he follows the trail of bodies. Upon walking the halls of the vessel, Scarus had stopped in his tracks, feeling something had just transpired. He tapped back into the force to see what it was. It was Bastila, she had turned on the Empire. This enraged Scarus, as he knew this would happen, sensing the conflict within as soon as she turned towards the darkside. He was planning to turn his attention towards her, swearing he would kill her before she could use her battle meditation, he stopped and saw blaster fire happening across the hall from a distance. Scarus used the force to jump. Landing on the platform, he saw a group of droids battle a group. He could tell they were Revan's companions. Using this as an opportunity, Scarus decided to dispose of them before he turned his attention to Bastila, then Revan as he grew impatient of his Master's decisions. He leaped up another platform before jamming his lightsaber into the HK droid's chest. He looked at the group and saw a twi'lek, a wookie, and a mandalorian aim their weapons at him. Scarus used the force to push them back. He then turned his attention towards the two Jedi in front of him. One was a human male and the other was a cathar. The cathar charged at Scarus, who blocked the attack with the other Jedi following behind. He used both ends of his blades to block the strikes. After getting into a lightsaber lock with them, he senses that the cathar is harboring anger deep within her. He tried to explain that, causing the Jedi to feel off balance, causing Scarus to kick her into the ground. The human pressed his attack with the cathar slowly getting up. Scarus, seeing this, decides to use more force. He pressed his lightsaber so hard against the Jedi's shoulder, causing him to scream. The cathar hears her ally in pain, uses the force to leap and kick the Sith back, falling into another level of the platform. She jumps down as the two continue to fight. The two locked lightsabers as Scarus continued to taunt her. At first he could see her getting more angry, but when she stayed calm, he knew it wasn't working anymore. The two continued to battle. Scarus wanted to make this quick before Bastila's battle meditation became a problem. He quickly used the force to choke the Jedi. The other one tried to hold on, but was also caught with the force. He tried to squeeze the life out of them, but not before letting go. He saw that the Star Forge was shaking. Before he could escape, an explosion occurred with a part of the rubble fell onto him, he had used the force to defend himself, but it wasn't enough, as it fell on his body. Scarus cursed himself for letting this happen. He looked up at the Jedi and presumed it was over, but instead of finishing him off, the Jedi along with their companions ran out of the room. Scarus was trapped, trying to call his Master through the force, but there was no answer. He tried to get out on his own, but nothing worked. All seemed lost for the Sith Apprentice. His hopes to betray his Master and rule the galaxy was falling apart. Scarus tried again, but still couldn't get out. He sensed his Master had started dueling Revan. He knew he had to get up there, but he couldn't, so instead he waited as he was ready to accept his fate.

The vessel shook again and the bridge that held the platform together was breaking. Scarus felt himself falling off, he had accepted his fate. He then found that the rubble was lifted in the air, quickly he got to his feet. After making the high jump, he landed on his feet as the ruble dropped into the abyss. Trying to catch his breath, he saw it Rin, who had saved him from his death. This made Scarus confused, but before he could talk, Rin cut in, "I sensed your anger, so I had to come and rescue you. Consider it a debt for saving me" she told him without telling him she had followed him the whole time without making it known.

He had glared into her eyes, he sensed ambition in her. There was a reason why the force brought her back to him quickly, but he would figure that out later. He sensed his Master in danger, "Lord Malak is in danger" without looking at her, he motioned for her to follow him. The two would jump up onto another platform before running as fast as they could.

By the time the two got into the room, Malak was already dead. Scarus walked over to see his Master's lifeless body. Bending down, he looked at the glasses. Closing his eyes, Scarus sensed what had occurred during the battle. Seeing the vision, he saw Malak use the bodies to absorb their energy. Cursing under his breath, at his Master for keeping this from him, knowing it would be hard to challenge him like that. If he fought in Revan's place, he would have died. 

"With Malak's death, I am now in charge of the Sith'' turning his attention, he looked at Rin, "The force brought you back to me for a reason. I had sensed it since we met. Rin, I would like you to become my new apprentice" 

Rin immediately bowed before her new Master. This had pleased Darth Scarus, he raised his hand, "Rise Darth Rin" she had stood up, waiting for her Masters next order, "What is your will Lord Scarus?"

"This vessel was lost as soon as Malak perished. I suspect Revan will cause it to self-destruct. We need to get out of here as well as the other remnants of the Empire" Rin followed her new Master as they were leaving. Through Scarus's orders, all Sith remnants were to leave the station. All of the remaining Empire aboard the Star Forge was in panic as they all rushed out of the hangar. One disciple tried to make his way towards the last shuttle until he was grabbed by Scarus through the force, tossing him back, the pair were preparing to board, they saw Revan and Bastila make their way towards the hangar with their companions. Rin was ready to ignite her lightsaber, but Scarus put a hand on her shoulder, "No, there will be time for that later. We need to go before we get caught in the explosion" he had glared at the two former Sith before leaving. Rin had piloted the shuttle as the two left the station. They used the remaining ships in space as cover to get away. The two were out from a distance to see an explosion occur. Rin saw it with shock as she looked next to her Master, who didn't express emotion on his face. She could tell he was angry. Scarus had believed his Master to be a fool for allowing this to happen, as if he was by his side, Revan would be dead, but instead his Master did him a favor. Many remnants followed them. None of them were sure what they should do. Scarus had reached out through the comms, "This is Darth Scarus, we will all regroup on one of our bases" no one opposed him.

"What do we do after that?" one of the acolytes in one of the shuttle asked their new leader. Scarus looked up, seeing a small ship fly up to the Republic. He could sense it was Revan's party. The same one who had given the Empire to him. Scarus smirks as he speaks, "Revenge. We will plan out revenge"