Kamino

Noola was just getting ready to leave with her hairy man when the holonet newsbroadcast broke. The purple Twi'lek sat with her man and listened to the bulletin. Although she was sad to see him go, she knew he was doing an honorable thing. She kissed her Ro and sat on the bed, awaiting his return.

So Salla was an honorable Operative. For years he had served the Black Sun, gaining their trust. Now an Agent for the Black Dawn, So sat in the cockpit of his YT-2000 and marvled at the massive Victory I Star Destroyers dancing overhead. The Dawn's Fleet was extraordinary....more than enough to wipe the Force-Using scum from the Galaxy. So never questioned how or why such a mission would be carried out. Questions like that were not appropriate for him. He was just one of the thousands of Black Dawn employees that dutifully performed his assigned tasks to the best of his ability. The criminal organization paid well....enough to provide a pleasent living for So, his wife, and thier two kids. But being part of the Dawn was more than that....he now got to be part of history. Even playing as a small pawn in the coming War would validate his life. And that feeling, in turn, further validated his devotion to the Black Dawn's cause. Suddenly So Salla's ship began to shake. The BD Agent looked up from his control panel. To his suprised amazement, one of the 18 Victory I Star Destroyers of the Black Dawn was passing closely overhead. So laid back in his rumbling seat and watched the gigantic ship's gracefullness. It's enourmity slowly came into view. Salla was close enough to the rigid markings of the Black Dawn imprinted on the ship. His heart began to race for war. So swore he could almost hear the deep pounding of drums. He couldn't wait for the coming battle! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Outside of So Salla's YT-2000, two small and deadly Starfighters screeched towards the massive Victory Star Destroyer. The ships, an E-Wing and a TIE, were two that were not normally seen together. But this was a special occasion. More importantly, they both carried the insignia of the unstoppable Black Dawn. The Starfighter pilots, Niemodian Flask Florrida of the E-Wing and Dug Rebulva of the TIE, raced their repsective ships into the cavernous mouth of the Destroyer. Landing side by side, the two Black Dawn Agents emerged from their ships. The duo conversed as they exited the brightly lit hanger. A clear energy could be seen between the two. The were no doubt excited about the coming battle with the Force-Users. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Deeper inside the mammoth ship, a figure in flowing regal red robes clasped his arms behind his back. The man was clearly a Twi'lek, one from the green Luthan race. He peered out of the windows of the Bridge. His gaze, however, was far off....he was clearly fixated on the coming battle. His thoughts floated around that one subject only: The War with the Force-Users. The aura that encompassed the green Twi'lek in blood-red robes clearly signified that this man was in command of the Star Destroyer. In fact, he was in command of eight other Victory ships as well....half the the Black Dawn's Armadda. The man's name was Kamino. He was a Senior Black Sun Operative....his years with the syndicate were surpassed only by his good friend Piccolo. Ahh, Piccolo. Although Kamino was not sure of his current status in the organization (he had recently come out of retirement) he would take orders from none other than his great cyborg leader. Kamino would follow that man to the end of the Galaxy. But, as part of the newly formed Black Dawn, Kamino planned on following Piccolo to vicotory....a Genocide of the Force-Users! Approaching the Twi'lek from behind, the human Captain Iva delivered a message to Kamino. He informed his crimson-clothed superior that Piccolo had delivered a com message. One that stated the War had begun! Kamino regarded the Captain and smiled. "Then we will soon see the extermination of the Force-Users...and the trouble in which they have caused." Kamino returned his gaze to the amassing Fleet of Victory Star Destroyers as Captain Iva slipped away. The Black Dawn Armadda, when coupled with the Force Harvestors, would see to it that Picollo's vision of a Force-User free Galaxy would be met. And Kamino would be at his side....supporting him all the way....

The green Twi'lek carefully studied the components of the new Black Dawn Armadda in his personal quarters aboard the Victory I Star Destroyer. Kamino, clothed head to tow in his signiture blood-red robes, marvled at the Fleet. Each of the Star Destroyers under his command were powerful weapons in their own right. What lay aboard, however, further amazed the BD Operative. These assests, combined with the newly built Force Harvestors, would decimate any opposition. No group would be safe from the Black Dawn's wrath. Kamino continued to expand his knowledge as the rest of the ship's crew began standard war preparations.

After aknowledging Piccolo's comments, Kamino boarded a small shuttle that brought him to one of the massive warships. The green Twi'lek boarded it and made his way to the command deck. There, he was briefed on the ship, its components, and the rest of the Armada.

Kamino went to where Piccolo, Silas, and Slicer had gathered. He was eager to hear what his old friend's message would be.

Hearing Piccolo was on planet, Kamino went to greet him. "I hope your trip was pleasent, old friend. We have no time to waste, so I'll get right to business. The production foundries are up and running, they have already poured out numerous replicas of the Ultimate Weapon. Our troops have had training, and are currently practicing additional tactics. I personally feel that we are adequately prepared to launch our Crusade. The Black Dawn will rain judgement on the Force heathens."

Kamino rolled his eyes. He had just answered a question that was asked to him...only to realize that someone else was eavesdropping and corrected him. What's more, Mindan had completely ignored the green Twi'lek's response and asked Duo the same question. Kamino walked away, half-frusterated, and focused his attention on training some younger Black Dawn Operatives.

Kamino mulled over Mindan's question. It was a good inquery...Kamino gave much thought. "Lets size up the fighting tactics of a Force User. First, their foolish choice of swords as weapons make then vulnerable in a long-range fight. Other than return blaster fire, they have no real offence. Their only choice is to use their enhanced speed and blaster bolt blocking tecniques to shorten the distance. Therefore, we may not always be able to keep the battle long-ranged. When a Force User does approach, I suggest using grenades. Grenades that release thousands of tiny pieces of metal work best....Even the most powerful Jedi and Sith can't stop that from slicing threw their body. If a Force User is within striking distance with their lightsaber, use a flame thrower to blind and scortch them. Lastly, jetpacks help enable us to keep our distance from the scum." Kamino paused. "But that is just what I would do...I have never had hand to hand combat with a force user either. And besides, they won't even be able to access the Force once these weapons are in use."

Kamino watched as the weapons of justice poured out from the foundries. The green Twi'lek smiled...soon they would be able to use these awesome tools to eradicate the corrupt Force Users...

Kamino was levelled to the ground by a massive shockwave. As he stood back up, he heard Picollo's booming voice. He followed his friend's orders and began overseeing the construction of the weapon foundries.... ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A few days, and several hours later, an extremely exhausted and worn Kamino surveyed the progress...The weapon construction facilities were up and running. Finally! The day of the Black Dawn has come! Kamino watched as the foundries began constructing replicants of the Ultimate Weapon. The extermination of Force Users was proggressing along nicely.

18 Black Dawn Star Destroyers raced through hyperspace to Dubrillion. Inside the various black ships were the Ultimate Weapon, the Pirate Ronin Warthide, Kamino, Mindan, and many other Black Dawn Operatives. They were on a mission to wipe Force-Users from the Galaxy.

Kamino looked at the hole leading to the Black Dawn's ultimate weapon. The other Operatives had considerably increased the size of the hole's entrance...the green Twi'lek could see the entire satellite now. He once again regarded Mindan. "If we have a large enough ship, both of those problems will be solved." Kamino sent a com up to the nearest warship, ordering it to center itself above the Operatives' position. Chills ran down his spine as the massive ship hovered just feet above Kaminio, Mindan, and the other Black Dawn Agents. They all heard a large buzzing sound and watched in amazement as the Anti-Force weapon floated safely from the hole to the ship. When securly in place, the ship closed the entryway and returned to the Kashyyyk atmosphere. Kamino and the others took a seperate transport to the Black Dawn Warship. Once everyone was securely in place, the terrifying fleet raised up into space and departed for Dubrillon. OOC: I don't mean to post for others, I'm just trying to wrap things up...continued in Space thread for now.

Kamino regarded the one known as Mindan. The man seemed to be a skilled warrior, and that was all that mattered. The green Twi'lek didn't have time to worry about the other Operatives' opinions. Kamino had been a champion of the Black Sun...now the Black Dawn...for years. He had the favor of Piccolo, and that is all that mattered. Kamino was too concerned with the BD's ultimate mission to give any thought about the younger Operatives. "I wouldn't mind some assistance, but I think the best way to move this weapon is to bring a ship overhead. From there, we can use a small tractor beam to pull it up into the ship. I'm open to other options, but that seems to be the smartest and most efficient way."

The injured Kamino struggled to get up off the ground. Pain ripped through the green Twi'lek's shoulder...the blaster bolts had certainly done some damage. Normally he would have gone for revenge, but Piccolo's orders rang through loud and clear. Kamino walked over to his boss. I am sorry, my friend. Next time I will keep my ignorance in check. Kamino then moved out of the way and watched the able-bodied Operatives work on getting the device out of the hole.

Kamino's heart thumped as he gazed upon the awesom weapon. Something about it made the satellite permeate with power. Indeed, this was a weapon of evil... A weapon of power... A weapon of conquest... ...but also a weapon of justice. Force users of every specie, creed, and gender had perverted what was once sacred. They used their unfair advantage to topple the galaxy, ravage it with war, and claim it as their own...now their tyranny would be reversed. The age of the non-force user....the common man...the Black Sun...was rising, and it would set aflame every force user in the Galaxy. A new and glorious age was dawning. It would be led by the great and powerful Piccolo, and Kamino was overjoyed that he could be a part of it. The green Twi'lek could see that the entrance to the cavern was growing considerably bigger as the lesser BS Agents continued to excavate. Kamino rounded up the other, higher ranking, Operatives up and they attached a number of gravity chains to the chamber that contained their ultimate weapon. The chains, when activated, would use gravitation force to gently ease the device to the surface. The operation seemed to be going successful. Kamino was happy. Then Slicer spoke. (Kamino was annoyed) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Meanwhile... The massive Black Sun Warships left terrifying shadows on the forrested Wookiee planet. Inside one of these massive vessals, a young luitenant called out to his commander. "Sir, an enemy ship seems to have its weapons targeting the area where Commander Piccolo is. How should we take care of this situation?" The Captain, displeased that anyone would try to interupt the Black Sun's glorious crusade, was swift in his answer. "Shoot it." And so the order was carried out.... Green energy roared out from one of the ship's guns. Within seconds, the enormous emerald blast destroyed Slicer's pathetic ship. No rogue simpleton would threaten the Black Sun's grad ambitions. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Kamino was sure that everyone in the viscinity could hear the loud Bang! of Slicer's ship exploding. Although he was highly annoyed with the situation, the BS Operative had to smile as the booming sound echoed throughout the forest. Kamino then returned his attention to Slicer. "Thank you for enlightening me, Slicer...before I met you, I didn't know the Empire recruited the mentally retarded." The green Twi'lek gestured a simple hand signal. Every one of the dozens of Black Sun Operatives raised their guns and aimed them at Slicer. "The negotiations are over." Kamino gave another signal. All of the BS Agents fired their deadly weapons with excellent precision. A moment later, splinters of lethal energies destroyed all of Slicer's weapons, from his lightsaber to his blasters to his utility belt to anything else on his person. Kamino spoke again. "The next shots will be for your head."