Lay of the Land
Empress Teta
Underground Temple
Michael, Gabriel,
Azrael, Sariel, Raphael, Jeremiel, Connel,
Raguel
[Any text in brackets signifies comm-link usage and not face to face conversation]
Omega Squad: Empress Teta - Operation "Shadow's Rise"
Mission Update – First Phase: Base Setup & Reconnaissance
Location: Empress Teta – Ancient Temple Site (Underground)
Objective: Assist Valery Noble in the establishment of a secret Jedi base beneath the surface of Empress Teta, conduct reconnaissance of the surrounding area, and secure any additional intelligence from local informants.
The deep, subterranean tunnels of Empress Teta felt cold and unwelcoming as Omega Squad moved deeper into the heart of the ancient temple ruins. The low hum of power cells and the occasional flicker of weak lighting illuminated their path, but it was still barely enough to reveal the true scale of the operation underway.
Valery Noble stood at the center of the operation, directing teams of Jedi and engineers who were laying the foundations for what would eventually become a hidden sanctuary. She was calm, her usual commanding presence still undeniable, even beneath the old stone arches of a forgotten past. The weight of the task wasn’t lost on her, but the vision for the future was clear. This would be a new beginning for the Jedi, a place of training, meditation, and preparation for what was to come.
Near her, Connel Vanagor’s presence was still deeply felt, even if he was absent. The shadow of his leadership lingered in the whispers of his name, his wisdom etched into the design of the Temple.
Omega Squad moved with purpose.
Bren "Michael" Alazar, the team leader, had a focused, almost meditative look on his face. Despite the chaotic nature of their mission, he thrived in the thick of it, his mind working constantly to ensure the safety of the team and the success of their objectives.
Gabriel, Sariel, Azrael, Raphael, and Jeremiel had already established a perimeter, scanning the surroundings for any signs of immediate threat. But it wasn’t the blaster fire or enemy soldiers they were worried about—it was the deeper, more insidious dangers of this ancient world. Empress Teta had seen countless generations of conflict, both galactic and internal, and the planet had its own secrets.
As they were unloading supplies and securing the first few chambers of the Temple, a figure cloaked in shadow was brought in. Their movement was silent, deliberate. The team had already gotten wind of someone important in the area, an informant who had once worked closely with Connel. His knowledge could provide the team with critical intel for the ongoing war—but there were risks. They had to keep him under wraps for now, in case enemies were listening.
Jeremiel and Raphael were the ones assigned to escort the informant, who remained hooded and unconscious for the time being. Their roles were clear: no one was to know how he got here. This was part of their stealth operations—no mess, no trail. The rest of the squad gave them a wide berth, and Michael couldn’t help but wonder how many more secrets Connel was keeping from everyone—himself included.
Later: Reconnaissance Mission
Once the informant was secured and safely hidden, Omega Squad geared up for their next phase of the mission: scouting the nearby wilderness of Empress Teta. The terrain outside was treacherous, with dense forests that harbored both hostile wildlife and enemy factions. It wasn’t just about gathering information for Valery’s hidden base; they needed to ensure their position remained undiscovered for as long as possible.
The dense woods outside the ruins were alive with sounds—rustling leaves, snapping branches, and the occasional screech of distant predators. The squad moved in near-perfect unison, scanning every corner and keeping their weapons ready.
Michael’s senses were on high alert, his nerves still buzzing from the tense interaction with the informant. But it wasn’t just the tension that had him on edge—it was the suspicion that they weren’t alone. The Force prickled at the back of his mind.
Keep sharp, everyone, Michael whispered into the comms, his voice steady but low.
We’re not the only ones hunting out here.
Sariel, the sniper, had already found a vantage point high up in the trees, his rifle trained on the horizon. His piercing blue visor gleamed as he surveyed the area with careful precision.
[We’re not alone,] Sariel muttered, his voice filtered through his helmet.
[There’s movement.]
A subtle movement in the dense underbrush caught Michael’s attention, and his heart rate quickened. They were not here to engage unless necessary, but the Force was telling him something was amiss.
[Azrael, can you get eyes on it?] Michael requested, his tone calm but insistent.
Azrael, the team’s demo and tech specialist, scanned the horizon with his enhanced optics, his HUD lighting up with thermal signatures.
Nothing yet. But it’s too quiet,] Azrael replied, the tension clear in his voice.
[Let’s be ready for anything.]
End of First Phase – Awaiting Recon Results
The atmosphere was thick with anticipation. Omega Squad was trained for missions like this—stealth, recon, and precision. But they knew that even on a mission like this, with a Jedi Temple’s future at stake, nothing was ever truly certain. The shadows were never far, and neither were the enemies waiting to strike.
Now, the squad would wait and observe, ensuring that their next steps would be as calculated as ever. What they uncovered in the wilderness could change the entire course of the operation.
Kahlil Noble
and a team from the Hidden Path make a smuggle run into enemy territory to bring blasters, power packs, medkits, encrypted comms, food and other supplies.
Valery Noble
leads the team setting up the base underground. She's gone dark with no official transport or Jedi signature projected outward. Just another civilian, a ghost, stepping into a city under the boot of the Empire. But she knows the terrain. Knows how to organize, defend, and disappear. And she's not coming alone.
