Pirate Prince
Museum of Natural History, Thustra
The “Heart of the Universe” was a Force-imbued gem created by Jedi Master Jaled Dur at some point during the time of the Galactic Republic. While its exact purpose and how it was made is unknown, the gem was thought to contain great power, and so it attracted the attention of those hoping to exploit it. Among these was the Dark Jedi Croym, who was said to have eventually obtained the gem. He kept the Heart in his tower, allegedly located on an asteroid, though little else is known about its whereabouts, and to this day there has been no sign of the gem. Most scholars agree that it must be a myth…
Nimdok sat on a bench against a wall on the second floor, his eyes on his datapad and his fingers flying as he typed. Meanwhile, a group of tourists walked past him, their footsteps echoing in the vast space. The museum guide leading them began to drone on about a fossilized avian creature on display, while the onlookers pointed through the glass and chattered amongst themselves.
The noise seemed much louder in the quiet, annoyingly so. Setting his datapad aside, Nimdok rubbed his face with his hands, sneaking a furtive glance in the opposite direction of the tour group. At the far end of the room there was a particular display stand which was roped off, not allowing visitors to come within six feet of it. A surveillance camera could be seen mounted on the wall behind the display, connected to a state-of-the-art anti-burglary system. If anyone tried to get past the barriers, museum security and the local authorities would be instantly alerted, not to mention the motion-activated stun field which would zap them unconscious. The display was also outfitted with a Void Stone casing, both to dampen the effects of its contents and to keep Force Users from tampering with it.
The label beside the display case identified the iridescent object within as a “mysterious Force crystal”. It had been given to the museum by an anonymous donor, and little was known about the circumstances of its discovery or where it had come from. But Nimdok was convinced (after a great deal of research and prying) that it wasn’t just any old Force crystal. He believed it was the legendary Heart of the Universe.
The archaeologist took a deep breath and slowly exhaled, tearing his eyes away from the display case in the process. Coming here was foolish; he was only torturing himself. The museum had refused his request to examine the gem, despite his reputation and credentials, and as far as he was concerned theft was out of the question. Stealing was justified so long it was done in the name of keeping powerful relics out of the hands of the Sith and others who would use them for evil. But if he stole from the Jedi, he would most definitely be breaking both the law and his own personal principles. He sighed again. If only he could venture outside the SJC’s borders…
But no. Given the trouble he was in, he was lucky he was allowed to travel at all. His benevolent protector probably would’ve preferred to keep him under strict house arrest. After all, trouble always seemed to find Nimdok, whether he went looking for it or not.
The “Heart of the Universe” was a Force-imbued gem created by Jedi Master Jaled Dur at some point during the time of the Galactic Republic. While its exact purpose and how it was made is unknown, the gem was thought to contain great power, and so it attracted the attention of those hoping to exploit it. Among these was the Dark Jedi Croym, who was said to have eventually obtained the gem. He kept the Heart in his tower, allegedly located on an asteroid, though little else is known about its whereabouts, and to this day there has been no sign of the gem. Most scholars agree that it must be a myth…
Nimdok sat on a bench against a wall on the second floor, his eyes on his datapad and his fingers flying as he typed. Meanwhile, a group of tourists walked past him, their footsteps echoing in the vast space. The museum guide leading them began to drone on about a fossilized avian creature on display, while the onlookers pointed through the glass and chattered amongst themselves.
The noise seemed much louder in the quiet, annoyingly so. Setting his datapad aside, Nimdok rubbed his face with his hands, sneaking a furtive glance in the opposite direction of the tour group. At the far end of the room there was a particular display stand which was roped off, not allowing visitors to come within six feet of it. A surveillance camera could be seen mounted on the wall behind the display, connected to a state-of-the-art anti-burglary system. If anyone tried to get past the barriers, museum security and the local authorities would be instantly alerted, not to mention the motion-activated stun field which would zap them unconscious. The display was also outfitted with a Void Stone casing, both to dampen the effects of its contents and to keep Force Users from tampering with it.
The label beside the display case identified the iridescent object within as a “mysterious Force crystal”. It had been given to the museum by an anonymous donor, and little was known about the circumstances of its discovery or where it had come from. But Nimdok was convinced (after a great deal of research and prying) that it wasn’t just any old Force crystal. He believed it was the legendary Heart of the Universe.
The archaeologist took a deep breath and slowly exhaled, tearing his eyes away from the display case in the process. Coming here was foolish; he was only torturing himself. The museum had refused his request to examine the gem, despite his reputation and credentials, and as far as he was concerned theft was out of the question. Stealing was justified so long it was done in the name of keeping powerful relics out of the hands of the Sith and others who would use them for evil. But if he stole from the Jedi, he would most definitely be breaking both the law and his own personal principles. He sighed again. If only he could venture outside the SJC’s borders…
But no. Given the trouble he was in, he was lucky he was allowed to travel at all. His benevolent protector probably would’ve preferred to keep him under strict house arrest. After all, trouble always seemed to find Nimdok, whether he went looking for it or not.
This thread is open to anyone who wishes to join, provided you have a good explanation for why your character would be in SJC territory. You are welcome to try and steal the gem, wander around the museum, or whatever else strikes your fancy. That said, keep it realistic and don't blow anything up/massacre civilians. Be groovy or leave, man.
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