Private Friend, Target, & Pirate

[Diarch Rellik]

Kindred Spirits



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Location: Aboard the DSD Vault - Relliks Flagship - Outer area of Bastion Space
Tags: Matthew Varrec


Sitting aboard the Command Center of his personal flagship Rellik was having what was near an existential crisis of boredom. He had to think of something to do when it hit him! The new addition to the Diarchy! His showing at their high council meeting was exciting and had good character. Rellik himself was a bit of a showman, flip flopping between creating lavish illusions for events and being a vicious killer the next. To him Matthew seemed like a kindred spirit, a welcome to their faction. During his introduction there were talks of a group of Pirates hunting Matthew and the Diarch had promised to help him hunt them down. If not for their new compatriots sake than for the sake of the citizens within Diarchy space. Matthew himself said he would handle the duty alone but Rellik was yearning for the chance to see more from their new friend and do something besides stare out his ship into space.

Opening the communications aboard his personal flagship he called out to Matthew. After awaiting a few moments the handsome devil answered. "Hello Matthew!" He spoke jovially as the call was picked up. "I am having a bit of a slow day, are you interested in getting your vengeance upon those pirates who shot you down unto Bastion in the first place? Seems like a lovely way to pass the time." A smile upon the Diarchs lips.

Rellik was a man who hated boredom. The tedious slow moments. He did not mind council meetings since they usually led to grand events but when there was absolutely nothing to do beyond watch his men he would be driven to near insanity. It was these moments where the Diarch would tend to get himself into trouble of one kind or another.

 

[Matthew Varrec]

The day promised to be as usual for Matthew, wake up, eat, meditating and after that, finding a little spot to work on his focus before doing some research about the pirates who made him fall.
He's still standing away from everyone in the Crucible, he remains a guest and does not wish to disturb the organization of the Diarchy as long as he's not officially accepted.

As he search for any place who have the potential to be a hideout for pirates, using his own experience for the analysis, his datapd starts to ring, when he sees the name of Diarch Rellik he stands up, adjust his clothes and answer with a smile.

"Hello Diarch" He spoke with a little smile that warms up when he heard the proposition to hunt.

"Well, if you're not busy, I have a few ideas of where they could hide. I'm still in the Crucible so it'll take some time to join you but I'm all open to a little bit of sport today."

He walks toward the ship hangars as they talk. His smile twist a bit as he thinks about those who dares taking him down and he wonders who could hate him, he always took good care of never attacking someone too important. Choosing suicidal missions that no-one wanted. He had a little reputation so who could be so cocky towards him ?

 

[Diarch Rellik]

Preparations were made for the mission. The DSD - Vault - The bulwark class star destroyer would be ready if the needed to enter a naval battle. All Batteries, Cannons, Autocannons, Missile and rocket pods would be fully stocked. The Diarch would go to the fighter bay and talk to the specialist pilots aboard. The Vaults low hanger space required strictly four fighters that would prioritize defending the ship itself.

Once that was complete he would go to the Hanger Matthew would be arriving in and decided to check on the crew as he waiting. He called over the leader of the staff for the area with a request. "Ah, Danton; get into touch with the kitchen crew. Have them prepare a meal, some water, wine and than bring the cart here or send on of your personnel to grab it and bring it here." The order was received with a salute and the promptness expected when being talked to by a Diarch.

For now Rellik would wait in the hanger. Watching some of the more non-essential staff go about their day. Not the most exciting thing but something that should be done to know who is doing what aboard your flagship!

 

[Matthew Varrec]

Matthew borrowed a Spacefighter to the Crucible, informing anyone who is in charge and takes off towards Rellik's ship. During the flight, he still studying the intel he have on the pirates.
"Maybe they're hiding somewhere, preparing to leave but I'm pretty sure they've joined the nearest pirate station to
brag about their coup... I think the station is the best trail to follow."

He leans back on the chair, watching the stars pass before him, his mind wandering.
"I was like them before... Looking for the brightest coup, the one that'll make me famous and respected, the blaze of glory." He sigh "This is so far away now but... I'm happy with the Diarchy, I really hope I'll be able to officially join them and not just be a guest."


After a while, Matthew arrives in the DSD Vault. After landing and getting out of the ship, he whistle in admiration, speaking out loud to anyone who can hear him, his voice echoing in the Hangar.

"Magnificent, you sure know how to handle things. Congratulation to those who built this beautiful Destroyer." He starts looking at everyone around him before seeing Diarch Rellik and joining him.

"Bonjour Diarch Rellik !" He said with a fancy reverence. "I do hope I'm not bothering you with this little hunt of mine." He smiles warmly.

Tag Diarch Rellik

 

[Diarch Rellik]

Rellik watched in the hangar bay as Matthew arrived. His excitement starting to cook. Things were beginning to look up. Upon his arrival Matthew took in the Diarchs flagship and it filled him with pride. Enjoying his comments about its appearance.

Matthew approached him and stated, "Bonjour Diarch Rellik !" - "I do hope I'm not bothering you with this little hunt of mine." - The greeting was of two men who had already seemed to grow and enjoy each others presence.

"Of course not Matthew! You are saving me from a terrible dreadful day to be honest. Anyway, I enjoy your company. Between the show in the council chambers and your demeanor now. I think this will be a great time." The Diarch showed the cart of goodies to Matthew signaling he is welcome to take anything he wants.

"A few pirates are not much in the face of the Diarchy. Between the two of us and my flagship I am sure we can wipe them off of the face of the galaxy. It will be a fun day. Now please enjoy yourself with these delicacies and fill me in on any information you have. We will begin the hunt!" Rellik was enthused to have a purpose for the day. Something to get him going! He was smiling and informal with Matthew. When it came to High Council members we was among the most approachable.

 

[Matthew Varrec]

Friends, target And Pirates​

Equipment : One-handed blaster, Datapad
Tag : | Diarch Rellik
Location : Aboard the DSD Vault - Relliks Flagship - Outer area of Bastion Space

He smiles when Diarch Rellik told him he was bored before this little hunt. He take a seat and a cup of tea when offered to. He seems very pleased to see Rellik, he appreciates a lot this man, a polite kindred spirit.

He pulls out a map and points to a small asteroid on the edge of the region, with a smile.

"Here, there's a small hideout where they can get supplies, a kind of speakeasy. I think we'll find them there, pirates are like schoolgirls: They need to brag about their exploits."

He leans back in his seat, thinking about what to do next.


"We should go there with a small ship and ask for information."

He looks at Rellik, waiting for his reaction.

 

[Diarch Rellik]

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The welcoming party was received well. Rellik enjoyed making good impressions. As the two spoke Matthew revealed a map. Star charts were always fascinating and pirate ones were full of intricacies that the common man would never see such as speakeasy's, treasure, secret hyper lanes. Rellik probably studied it for a moment longer than needed but the little things pirates like to hide are always good to know.

As Matthews words washed over him, he was in full agreeance. "I think that would be the best course of action. A smaller shuttle will lead to an easy infiltration as we decide how we want to approach the situation. Finding an intel broker that will help us hunt these people down within the speakeasy. I will change into something less formal than my Diarch robes than!" He spoke with a smile and ended his words with a little laugh.

"Varis will ready my personal IV-9 Scout ship. It will have any necessities we need and appear as more of a smuggling vessel." Rellik called Varis over his personal communicator relaying the instructions. "Meet me aboard, I will be heading to my chambers quickly to change. Than we will be off unto our little adventure!" The Diarch left to his personal chambers. Donning black slacks, a regular belt and white button up with fine slick loafers. Something he would typically wear when going out to the casino.

Upon returning to the hangar the vessel was ready. He hopped in just Matthew and himself as the ship was only seated for two. Looked over at his new friend in the cockpit and with a nudge asked. "You ready for some revenge?" A smile on his face.

With Matthews answer the two took off. Rellik following Matthew's instructions on how to approach the facility since he would know their protocols and formalities.

Tags: Matthew Varrec

 

[Matthew Varrec]

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Equipment : One-handed blaster, Datapad
Tag : | Diarch Rellik
Location : Aboard the DSD Vault - Relliks Flagship - Outer area of Bastion Space



He meets Rellik aboard the shuttle after their discussion and while he changes. For his part, Matthew will have asked to borrow a boombox or equivalent from the crew members as he have an idea.

"I am ready" He said with a big smile as their entering the shuttle. "I do hope you like making spectacular entrances, I want to show them that I'm not dead yet"

He'll gives some instructions to Diarch Rellik on how they need to approach the little station, hidden behind an asteroïde, the buildings were designed to blend in with the rock to avoid being visually detected. When the Pirates contacts them in the comms, Matthew will respond :

"Hello friends, it's been a very long day so if you can just tells us were to land, I really could use a drink right now."

The other guy seemed to agree and tell them to land at the location n9.

Matthew look at Rellik and say "rule number 1, only foreigners show up, if you want to enter a pirate station, act like it's your home and you're a regular. That's how they manage to spot spies."

After that, he will wait for Rellik to land the ship, preparing his Boombox with some music.

"Second rule, make them know who you are and that's done right before entering the bar" He said with a big smile. "Remember when I asked you if you like making a spectacular entrance ?" He laught a bit.

 

[Diarch Rellik]

With a smirk Rellik watched as Matthew brought what appeared to be a large speaker of some sort unto the shuttle. Whatever he had planned, the Diarch was ready to play along. "Ha ha, I do enjoy spectacle. Wait until they see me in a drinking competition or on the dance floor!" The two enjoying the shuttle ride on the way to the astroid.

Upon nearing arrival Matthew got them a hangar bay to land at. His informal and comfortable demeanor easing the guards. He would relay some ground rules so that their infiltration would be easier which was very appreciated.

The two docked in n9 station, the typical bustle of people moving in and out. Rellik stood up, fixed his slacks and gave his loafers a little smack as if clearing dust. Looked up at matthew, gave a little disco-esque dance to show off his outfit and said. "Oh yeah, I am ready for this" With a big smile. In response to his partner saying it would be a spectacle.


Tags: Matthew Varrec

 

[Matthew Varrec]

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Equipment : One-handed blaster, Datapad
Tag : | Diarch Rellik
Location : Pirate'station

Matthew smiles to Rellik. He really find this man very interesting, he knows how to joke but he still have this aura, this authority which emanates from him.

As they enter the station and aiming for the cantina, the bouncer stop them for a second with a suspicious glare before looking them with a bit of horror.

'You're dead... They told us that..." Said the Bouncer.

"They ? So we're in the right place, do you know who boasts of having killed me ?" Interrupt Matthew.

The bouncer shakes his head, a silent "no".

"It would have been too easy, quickly warn the musicians to stop their music, I'll take care of that." Said Matthew with a smug smile before look at Rellik. "Time to shine"


Matthew will wait for the music to go silent before turning on his boombox and entering when the music really starts.

Illusion : Just before the doors opens, A faint fog licks the ground, the atmosphere seems to cool down.
Two dogs straight out of hell appear at his side, their mouths drooling some kind of fluorescent green liquid.

As he walks among the people, he take a deep look at everyone, relishing the attention he gets but also analyzing people, looking for anyone who might have a reaction he considers abnormal. He's looking for anyone who will try to hide or flee.


Nobody moves an inch so Matthew will join the bar.

 

[Diarch Rellik]

The two walked through the facility until they came upon what Rellik could infer was the cantina. A large burly man at the door guarding its entry. Instead of using Qâzoi Kyantuska to manipulate the man he let Matthew do his work. Enjoying his approach to situations.

Instead allowing the conversation to continue divulged some intriguing information. They believed Matthew to be dead. Not only were these pirates arrogant, they were careless as well. Not verifying their target had been killed. This would be to their advantage. Rellik would search the bouncers thoughts. He claimed to not know who exactly divulged this information but in the same breath was told it from somewhere.

Deep in his thoughts Rellik found a meeting with the bouncers employer. Informing them that things in the cantina could get ugly because of an assassination attempt on a former member by current ones. To keep an eye out for friends of Matthew, not expecting to see the man himself again. Another boon for our operation.

The two walked inside, Matthew beginning his music. A display of power to sow fear into those within the cantina. Nobody appeared to run at his display but Rellik liked it non the less. If anything the manager of the establishment would be being informed of our presence soon.

It would only be a matter of time before Matthew was able to see Relliks power for a change. The two approached the bar. Rellik leaning on the counter and asking the man. "Two drinks on me, we want to know if the owner of this club is in today. We have business for him." The Diarch laying a sizeable amount of extra credits on the counter. At a moments will he could melt this mans mind into submission but he wanted to keep the vibe lively.

The bar keep looked them over cautiously. Eyeing Matthew in particular as if he had seen a ghost. Rellik in more casual suit clothing did not give off his typical royal vibe but the aura around him was demanding. The air itself around him thick as he began to seep fear into the thoughts of the worker. "Both the information and the drinks. NOW."

The bartender informed the dynamic duo that the boss was in the upper rafters. Watching from his penthouse suite.

Tags: Matthew Varrec

 

[Matthew Varrec]

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Equipment : One-handed blaster, Datapad
Tag : | Diarch Rellik
Location : Pirate'station

Matthew turns towards the penthouse. Giving a small wave to whoever is watching them.

"The Penthouse ? They have expensive tastes. Thank you." His smile tightens, anger slowly rising in him. He finishes his drink in one go and looks at Rellik. "Shall we greet our new friends ?"

The two comrades head towards the Penthouse under the gaze of several customers, some no longer dare to move, others stare at them in stupor, a supernatural calm has invaded the Cantina. The music starts again when they disapear in the stairs.


Illusion: Matthew accentuates the cold and the fog that surrounds him, the two dogs that follow him start to growl and drool.

The door is locked but that doesn't stop Matthew who blows it up with a Force blast. "Hello there, nice to meet you" He said with a twisted smile. "Would you kindly follow us ? We have some questions, like, for example, why did you targeted me ? I don't know you."

The boss, a bald human with a lot of scars, sitting on a large couch, looks at them, trying to hide surprise and fear. Four guards point their weapons at them, especially Matthew.
"So, you survived... I knew we should've descend and confirm the kill... Listen, we are adults, we can talk about this, can we ?" He said, opening his arms, pointing at his guards with blasters, aiming at Matthew.
"I see you have a new friend too ? I though you were operating in solo ? A change of mind ?" Apparently the boss seems to be starting to think they have the upper hand.

 

[Diarch Rellik]

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Once the barkeep gave them the info they wanted it was time to move. Matthew finishing his drink immediately, Rellik keeping his in his hands. The two moved through the dance floor. Rellik giving a little twist of his hips every few steps and rolling his shoulders with the music. It seems the customers were fully aware they were in the presence of powerful beings, nobody moved but them.

They ascended to the penthouse. Rellik in tow a few steps behind his compatriot because of his dancing jaunt. Once they reached the barricaded door Matthew blew it open with a powerful blast. The Diarch was impressed. Between the magic he possessed he was now able to witness some of his raw power in the force.

The owner of the bar. A well seasoned bald man began to speak to Matthew. The arrogant tone of the fool bothering the Diarch. He knows not who's space he has entered.

The four guards surrounding him raised their rifles at the two as the man spoke.

Rellik had enough, the guards minds would be penetrated. Now they would turn their rifles and point them at themselves. The rifles were not in the air due to the force. The men were being manipulated. Their minds under the Diarchs control.

Rellik would not say anything, letting Matthew speak on their behalf but the arrogant tone of the small club owner against the ruler of this sector bothered him. For each sassy comment he made, the Diarch would have one of his henchmen execute themselves.

His drink, never even leaving his hand, he now took a sip. Calm and collected.

Tags: Matthew Varrec

 

[Matthew Varrec]

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Equipment : One-handed blaster, Datapad
Tag : | Diarch Rellik
Location : Pirate's Cantina

Matthew will take a look at Rellik as he sense the Force the Diarch is using and, with a little smile, he'll nods at him before reporting his attention to the boss.

"I think you are not in the position to make any comments, so, tell me, why did you attacked me ?"

The boss will adjust himself into his seat, taking a more comfortable position before smiling at Matthew.
"From my point of viw, we are five and you are only two..." the boss will jump, seeing one his men execute himself with his blaster "WHAT THE HELL ?!"

"Four vs two now... be carefull with what you're saying next" Said Matthew, looking directly into his eyes.

"Wha... what the hell are you ?" Ask the boss with a sudden fear in his eyes.

"Well, you see, I was named The Demon but I can assure you, my friend is far, far more powerful than me. So, do you want to try our patience ?"

The boss will look at Rellik with terror. "We... We wanted to make a name for ourselves in the industry, this man" he will point at Matthew. "He was a pirate too, a lonewolf who had the reputation to take only the worst missions, he was named The Demon because he always come back even from hell... killing him was our ticket to make our own reputation without taking too much risks as he was alaways alone... Please don't kill us..."

Matthew looks at Rellik. "Rather talkative suddenly, pirates are not what they used to be..."

 

[Diarch Rellik]

The bravado of the boss left as quickly as his men's lives did. He went from a smug demeanor to one of outright fear. Matthew explained how he earned his nickname - The Demon.

Rellik watched Matthew play with his food. Interrogating him and having him divulge his plot. They intended to kill him but knowing his history they attacked him in space instead of face to face. They should have confirmed the kill. The idea that Matthew was known for coming back from sustaining damage resonated with Rellik. They were akin in that regard.

Rellik finished his drink before responding to Matthew. "Hmmpf, it is not a bad station, maybe we will keep it for ourselves. Find out if he has any alliances or allies and than finish him." His eyes locked unto the bosses. An animal stalking its prey.

Tags: Matthew Varrec

 

[Matthew Varrec]

Equipment : One-handed blaster, Datapad
Tag : | Diarch Rellik
Location : Pirate'station

Matthew sigh, looking at the boss then at Rellik.
"You're right, maybe they have some contacts, people who will look for them, they are clearly just a cog in a bigger machine." Then he looks again at the boss. "Taken down by a bunch of amateurs... how low I went... You're gonna come with us and tells us everything you know. And if you cooperate, maybe we'll let you go after it."

"Maybe ? I... er..." starts the boss.

"You are not in position of negociating, you tried to kill me, you disrespected me and you're wasting the Diarch's time, if you were cooperative from the beginning, I would have been more lenient but you had to play the 'I am a badass boss, nothing can scare me' so, now you'll have to pay the price for it. First lesson my friend" He says as he leans a bit towards the boss. "Always treat the others with respect, at least until they do something against you."

Matthew steps back, letting Rellik doing whatever we want with the guards.

"Oh and you destroyed my home and a precious thing to me, so, be grateful that I didn't unleashed everything against you in the first place, Boss" the last word was spoken with contempt.

 

[Diarch Rellik]

Tags: Matthew Varrec

The Diarch was proud of Matthews demeanor. He held himself high even though he had a moment of failure succumbing to the attack in the first place. Rellik would execute the remaining guards without a moments hesitation, even before Matthew and the boss had left the room. A part of him was proud of their dedication and thought of allowing them to serve him instead but he deemed that if they were loyal enough to draw on him; they were probably loyal to the ones who had already died.

Instead Diarchy personnel would be directly installed within the facility. Including an installation of the Diarchy's network. As the men walked out, Rellik grabbed Matthews arm. "His fate is up to you, just know in his thoughts he plans on eventually trying to kill you again." The Diarch did not even turn when he spoke. Instead he let the words hang in the air. The Boss starting to scream and flail after realizing the Diarch had read his mind.

"We will continue to hunt down his compatriots and take over their operations one by one. Thank you for the gift of the space station Matthew."

Rellik moved to the door and went back downstairs to the dancefloor. Walked to the barkeep, turned around and shouted. "FREE DRINKS FOR EVERYONE. CURTESY OF THE STATIONS NEW OWNERS." The crowd erupted and moved for the first time since the two originally moved to the bosses office. Rellik being surrounded by the easily purchased company. All sharing in drinks and celebration as the music started bumping for all to hear.