Tharnanion Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 (edited) From Kadi's position atop the great tree, the verdant landscape of Kashyyyk shone in all it's glory. The recovering world was indeed a spectacle, its wounds almost imperceptible from such a height. Much, after all, had been done to restore the world following the great series of tragedies which had befell the planet in recent history, and there still remained much to do, even upon that which was seemingly healthy. The great Wroshyr trees alone would not be the only flora needed to re-establish the lush ecosystem of the temperate world, for Kashyyyk's balance of life came not only from the great megaflora, but all its subservient, symbiotic species as well. Restoring the planet was not simply a matter of setting the stage, but a matter of constant maintenance and care down to the smallest scale, a role duly filled by a figure just within Kadi's senses, easily detectable, for he did not hide. Kerriwarr had nestled himself upon a thick branch adjacent the Zabrak, adorned in his simple robes and holding a simple leather-bound tome, reading through its contents as he shared his space with the Jedi. He spoke as he poured over the tome, the gruff voice of the Wookiee ringing through the tranquil canopy, a stark contrast to the serene environment which surrounded them. "Shyyra mrrrshaaak, kyyyshi? Myyyshkaa rorrshk, gyyykshaa." [Pleasant view, no? Good day, stranger.] The Wookiee closed the tome, standing from his branch and placing the book back into the satchel which hung at his hip. Looking upward, he leapt, jumping from his branch and swinging from another, his grace unbefitting one of his hulking stature, but such was the nature of the People of the Trees. He landed aside the Jedi softly, raising to his full height and towering over the woman. Speaking again with a bow of his head, his chestnut braids spilling over his shoulders and drooping low towards the ground, one who knew the intricacies of Shyriiwook's harsh tones and inflections would deduce that his tone was one of goodwill and greeting, "Myrshi wrorr Kerriwarr ryksha Wroshyr mashyra. Shykkrii wrorr wyrshi?" [I am Kerriwarr of the Tree Carers. Who are you?] Edited April 7, 2023 by Tharnanion 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tharnanion Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 The Wookiee stood pleased, heartened to hear that his goals were in alignment with this stranger who had traipsed upon his place of relaxation. Upon her final statement, he let out a series of gruff chuffing noises - what could only be described as a warbling, grating laughter. Kerriwarr knew well the staggering array of flora and fauna the great world bore host to. He could not imagine attempting to learn another world's life and ecosystems in the way he had his own. Such would be an absolutely daunting task, and he was impressed by the Kadi's willingness to attempt to help. He spoke in reply, his voice like two grating stones as he acknowledged her introduction, "It is my aim to preserve this world's beauty and spectacle. Such pleasures are all too uncommon in our great galaxy of late, with such wanton death and violence being so readily accepted and endorsed by a great many of the galaxy's inhabitants. It is a delight to meet another who shares such visions of peace and prosperity, and a pleasure to meet you, Jedi. I hope you come across that which you seek, and know that your assistance is most welcomed and needed, irrespective of its scope and scale." Kerriwarr spoke with a very deliberate, courteous tone. He spoke no lies, and the kindness he expressed was shared by his disposition in the Force: one of peace and goodwill, though he was completely unaware of this deeper connection. He bowed his head slightly again - an act of kindness, and deference towards a member of such a prestigious, righteous order. He had always admired the Jedi's tenacity for serenity and peace, especially when their enemies - and indeed, some of their allies - seemed so incredibly wrought upon destruction and violence. After a short pause he spoke again, simply, "Should you require any assistance concerning matters of this world and its efforts to rebuild, you need look no further, Master Jedi." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tharnanion Posted December 19, 2022 Share Posted December 19, 2022 Kerriwarr followed suit, lowering his massive frame to an equal stance to Kadi, albeit still towering over him simply by the nature of his stature. He nodded his head kindly at the acceptance of his offer. There would be much to teach, and Kerriwarr steeped into his memory, attempting to ascertain where to begin. He had taught a great many young Wookiees in the way of Kashyyyk, bringing them into his Order as Tree Carers, but he had never attempted to teach someone of foreign origin the ways of the People of the Trees, let alone the knowledge reserved for the Tree Carers. He spoke again, his harsh voice clashing with the serene silence of the high canopy, "First, I must ask: What is it that you know of our world, and our people? To learn the ways of the Tree Carers is to epitomize the way of our kind. We are, quintessentially, those among the People of the Trees who preserve our way of life. To learn our ways is not simply to learn our world and it's ecosystems, but to embrace our culture, harmonizing with it and seeing it as your own. I will not just teach you what it is to become a Tree Carer, but a member of our people. Perhaps, in due time, it may be the case that you shall teach me as well." He reached into his bag, pulling forth a large, draw-string leather pouch and holding it in his lap as he continued, "At it's heart, this is what the Tree Carers preserve." he said, opening the pouch and reaching inside, pulling out a large cone the size of his fist, "This is the seed cone of the Wroshyr tree. As Tree Carers, we collect these cones, preserving them, and planting them where it may be appropriate." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tharnanion Posted December 20, 2022 Share Posted December 20, 2022 Kerriwarr studied the Zabrak as he had spoke, and continued to as he listened to her response. The forthright expression of realization was satisying for the Wookiee; he was pleased to know that the gravitas of what she had decided to undertake was evident to her. She was perceptive and understanding, and of keen mind. He would take well to her statements, and bowed his head as she concluded, reciprocating the respect that she had shown him. He replied, his words plain, "It is an honor to be among one who deems it so prudent to help those in need. My people have suffered greatly, and it is with gratitude that I take you on as a student. Your efforts to learn our ways are seldom shared by other foreigners. The greater people of this galaxy, eternally locked in their own tribulations and strife, seldom make the time to give attention to anyone outside of their immediate proximity." The Wookiee replaced the cone within its pouch, returning the pouch back within his satchel and looking up, his forest-green eyes meeting hers as he continued, "The depth of this world and all its wonders cannot be stressed enough. To teach it, we shall begin as we are, at the very peak of it's surface. As we continue, we shall descend into its depths. When shall we begin?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tharnanion Posted December 21, 2022 Share Posted December 21, 2022 (edited) With a nod of his head, the gargantuan Wookiee rose to his feet once more, looking down to the woman as he held out a fur-covered hand. With a nod of his head, the beads in his fur clacking together like the cacophony of a spilled bag of marbles on a tile floor, he replied in brief as she had, a contented tone about his voice - he knew what was to come, "Excellent. Let us begin, then. Follow me, if you'd be so kind." With a hearty, rasping chuffing noise one could only assume was the Wookiee equivalent of a laugh, he leapt into the air, swinging upon the branch from whence he came, and springing away into the upper foliage. He was off at a quick pace, and she would have to keep up. Edited December 21, 2022 by Tharnanion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tharnanion Posted December 23, 2022 Share Posted December 23, 2022 Soaring from tree to tree with a practiced grace, Kerriwarr took a quick glance behind him, ensuring the woman was, in fact keeping pace. Letting out a whooping call of excitement and joy, the Wookiee continued, swinging his way higher and higher, to the tallest of branches. Soon, they were truly at the tree's tallest point, and it was there the Tree Carer stopped, landing softly on the balls of his feet as he proceeded to the end of the branch, making room for the Jedi to land behind him, "I can only imagine. Look out now, Jedi. Gaze upon the world's splendor another moment" he said reverently, "Look to the skies, and perhaps we may see her today." Whatever the Wookiee referred to, he did not elaborate as some time went by, the afternoon sun shining above them, casting its radiant beams through the dappled shade of the thin layer of branches which grew above them. The view before them was, indeed, splendid. Kashyyyks glorious mountains lay before them across the great River of Origin, covered in smaller trees, with their valleys blanketed by a great canopy of Wroshyr which grew right up to the lapping banks. They waited a long moment, studying the scenery as Kerriwarr's keen forest-green eyes scanned the skies overtop the great river, yearning for the first of many things he longed to teach the young Jedi who stood aside him. As time grew on, Kerriwarr stood in silence, breathing deeply and rhythmically as his being seemed to pulsate in the Force, casting forth waves of peace and contentedness. At long last, Kerriwarr raised a massive, fur-covered arm, pointing to a spot in the sky above the river, "Do you see her fly? She may come to us yet. We are where she likes to perch." he said, a sense of solemn reverence in his voice, "She was nearly killed some time ago, it was thanks to myself and my people that she survived her injuries. She has kept us safe ever since." The enormous Wookiee pointed to a large, white, bird-like creature. A most holy of beings and a protector of the Wroshyr trees and Wookiee people. A Shyyyo Bird. It soared above the river, flapping its huge wings seldomly and gliding across the landscape, casting its eyes back and forth as it searched for prey. She was beautiful, and Kerriwarr relished the view. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tharnanion Posted December 30, 2022 Share Posted December 30, 2022 She studied the Jedi as she stood unmoving, curious to witness what it was she was asking him to attempt. As the bird shifted course and approached, soaring through the canopy towards them at a steady pace, Kerriwarr felt - though perhaps did not consciously recognize - the link that the Jedi established with the bird. The majestic creature, astounding in its stature, landed on a branch below them, its large body allowing the Shyyyo bird to be at eye level with the two of them. Kadi would take note that Kerriwarr seemingly without effort managed a connection with the creature, as if by instinct, as he reached out with a fur-covered hand, stroking its massive beak and chortling at the bird. Whether it be familiarity with the bird, a prodigal skill of the Wookiee, or just plain luck, he had managed a faint, yet extant connection with the mighty creature. "What is it you ask of me?" he said, curiously, obviously completely unaware of the effortlessness of his actions. He continued to stroke the bird's beak, calling to it with a series of rumbling calls emanating from his throat to which the bird responded in kind. It was as if the two of them were close friends meeting up again after some time apart. His presence in the Force, like a great sprawling tree, had cast its branches out to that of the bird's, wherein they had formed a connection, linking their souls in the ethereal plane, gaining new insight into one another's presence that the Tree Carer seemingly was not cognizant of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tharnanion Posted January 1, 2023 Share Posted January 1, 2023 It was as if she said the words that he had been meaning to say all his life. The countless times he'd been asked about his prodigal skill in interfacing with the life on the world, the endless amounts of confusion and disbelief in his own abilities, and nigh infinite awe from his peers at his aptitude for accomplishing feats that seemed impossible. This was the explanation he desired to explain his capabilities. It was what he'd always known, yet never even fathomed how to articulate. The Force. Of course he'd heard of it, and had heard many tales of its use by the Jedi, the Sith, and others, and yet he'd never even begun to consider that that was what played such an instrumental role in his success. "You claim that I have such a connection, like you?" he asks, an air of wanderlust about him like the wisping seed pods of the Shi-Shok tree. He was aghast at the prospect. Could he be a Jedi? What she said - in its totality - was precisely what he'd upheld all of his life. All of the world was sacred to Kerriwarr, and he'd upheld that belief as his most steadfast conviction throughout the hundred and sixty odd years of his life. It motivated him to become a Tree Carer in the first place. Was there something more? Kerriwarr spoke again, continuing to stroke the bird, moving back from its head to its neck and beginning to softly prune its feathers - they were the hardest for her to reach on her own, and the great Wookiee always made a point to help her with them when he could, "What does this mean, Master Jedi? Am I to become one of you?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tharnanion Posted January 1, 2023 Share Posted January 1, 2023 Kerriwarr listened attentively as the Jedi elaborated, enamored by the prospects of her words. He had always hailed the Jedi as heroes. Paragons of virtue and righteousness in a world of bleak and malevolent terrors. He considered what she said, taking all into account as he considered the possibilities, and delved deeper into his curiosities. He continued to prune the Shyyyo bird, almost instinctively, as he fell into such deep thought, musing upon the various aspects of such a change in his life, its benefits, its duties, and its creed. Such a decision which now weighed upon him was a focal point in his path, like a great divergence in a winding river. After a long moment of introspection, he stepped forward, walking down a new path. "If it is indeed as you say, and I have come to possess this great gift, I would deem it my responsibility to undertake your ways, as it seems the Force ordained our meeting for this explicit purpose. It would be a great honor to learn your ways, Master Jedi." The Wookiee's hands fell to his side as he turned, facing the Zabrak and bowing his head, the chiseled stone and wooden braids in his chestnut fur clacking together as the motion disturbed them from their natural resting place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tharnanion Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 Kerriwarr was overwhelmed to say the least, awestruck by the potential, and reverent to the opportunity to serve one of the Galaxy's foremost stewards of peace and prosperity, yet daunted by the idea in equal measure. He would be forced to leave his home, and his people. The onus of his position as a padawan would take him who knows where. The gravitas struck the Wookiee as he closed his eyes, feeling the sweet breeze of the forest world swirl around him as he nodded. "It would be an honor to accompany you to Falleen. I shall need some time to make arrangements and settle my affairs, but I will be fit for travel at a moments notice. I am blessed to have this opportunity. Thank you, Master Jedi." 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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