The Gathering [New Order/Ask]

[Darth Ayra]

| [member="Darth Ferus"] | [member="Darth Vornskr"] | [member="Enigma"] | [member="Lord Eclipsion"] | [member="Dinah Winters"] | [member="Morinth"] | [member="Nero"] | [member="Sawa Ike"] | [member="Thaldyr Wrathfang"] | [member="Xhinx"] | [member="Ludolf Vaas"] | @Dex Drekkel | [member="Darth Arcis"] | [member="Luminara Rikanati"] | [member="Ballen-Ist"] | [member="Graxin Rade"] | [member="Maleus"] | [member="Aeon Caedus"] | [member="Rafeesh"] | [member="Odium"] | [member="Dovian"] | [member="Yuunie ka'chi"] | [member="Revara Serebis"] | [member="Malus"] | [member="Darren Shaw"] | [member="Lord Pathollex"] | [member="Darth Vulcanus"] |

Xo'xaan-class Star Destroyer, "Burning Star"
Mytus system

It was unknown to Darth Ayra as to whether or not the Burning Star had been Darth Vulcanus's flagship. She knew that the Graug Dark Lord of the Sith favored this particular type of vessel, having seen him create a star among the Silken Asteroids, during the engagement between the New Order and Moross Crusade, on behalf of their allies in the Horde.

Regardless, it would be this particular Xo'xaan-class Star Destroyer from which Ayra would gather the various members of the New Order, following the Graug's disappearance. Questions needed to be answered. Why had the invasion of Dromund Kaas failed? Where had Vulcanus gone, after the New Order's failure?

Who would take the Graug's vacant position?

Stood on the observational deck of the Burning Star, with the cowl of her Sith robe raised over the locks of blonde hair and ivory, chalk white skin, Darth Ayra awaited the likes of Darths Pandeima, Vornskr, Ferus, Solrune and Arcis, as well as other figures such as Lords Pathollex and Eclipsion. Promising officers such as Ludolf Vaas, Dex Drekkel and the Chiss Malus.

 

[Dex Drakkel]

The soldier was standing on the Burning Star, a beautiful vessel. Dex had never been the one who had ever taken an interest in these types of ships, but it seemed impressive on the outside, let alone standing within him. Even he knew why they were there, rumors always spread quickly. People were saying that the great Sith Emperor of the New Order had disappeared, Vulcanus had all but disappeared. And the fact that they were all here on this ship gave Dex the impression that the rumors were about to be confirmed. He was sad, he had never met the Graug himself but he still held a lot of respect for this man, without him Dex wouldn't be standing with these men and woman today. But there were some things that needed answering.

The first question was who would become the next emperor? With Vulcanus gone they would need a new one, someone who had experience and knew that they could lead. Then there was only one thing that Dex wanted answered. Where did our Emperor go after the failure of the New Order on Dromund Kaas? Dex hadn't been in the attempted dominion himself but other soldiers had told him about it. But he was only here because he was called here by his Sith superiors, out of many many soldiers he was the one called here and he had no idea why, but that didn't mater, he was here because he was ordered to. But he wasn't in standard old rusty armor he was in the dress armor, a fancier version used only for meetings and gathering's such as these, it signified the importance of the situation. Dex also had a blaster pistol in his hand just in case any unwanted visitor arrived. He had no idea what to do or say so he simply stood there awaiting order's, or permission to speak or anything of the like.
[member="Darth Ayra"]

 

[Lord Eclipsion]

Lord Eclipsions cold, unblinking crimson eyes gazed out into the void of space from the rather elegant ship, The Burning Star. Ever since the Dark Lord went missing, she had her own personal spies and enforcers search the galaxy for the whereabouts of the devilish Graug. As her agents found nothing, she declared Vulcanus MIA, and began thinking about the prospects of a new Dark Lord. She knew that she wouldn't become a member of the Triumvirate, but she knew that with Vulvanus out of the way, she would significantly increase in power. " Darth Ayra, Officer Drakkel, I am a woman with many connections. Ever since that Graug went missing, I've had my men scour every inch and foot, every nook and cranny for him, but have found nothing. I officially declare Darth Vulcanus as Missing In Action, and move that we take action as soon as possible. " The Chiss told her comrades calmly.

[member="Dex Drakkel"]
[member="Darth Ayra"]

 

[Darth Ayra]

| [member="Lord Eclipsion"] | [member="Dex Drakkel"] |

Darth Ayra turned to the arriving officer and Lord Eclipsion. "That Graug was Darth Vulcanus, Eclipsion. Some respect, for our hidden Emperor." The hooded Sith Lord came to a stop between the two of them, lifting her hand towards the cowl of her Sith robe. She lowered the hooded from her eyes and looked between them both. Her eyes fell on Dex Drakkel. "Officer Drakkel, we have not met. I am Darth Ayra." She gestured towards the stairs leading up to the observational deck. "Menial task, as it may be officer, I require you to stand post and escort the Sith attending this gathering. I have news in regards to the Emperor and the changes that will be happening in his absence."

She turned her gaze back to the Chiss. "Eclipsion, I heard of your intentions to subjugate one of the New Order's worlds. Has this transpired? What world was it you were taking direct control of?"

 

[Dex Drakkel]

The Chiss was the first to speak " Darth Ayra, Officer Drakkel, I am a woman with many connections. Ever since that Graug went missing, I've had my men scour every inch and foot, every nook and cranny for him, but have found nothing. I officially declare Darth Vulcanus as Missing In Action, and move that we take action as soon as possible." Dex thought that this was a bit respectful, this was their previous Emperor that they were talking about but before he could speak the other Sith spoke "That Graug was Darth Vulcanus, Eclipsion. Some respect, for our hidden Emperor." Dex stood silent "Officer Drakkel, we have not met. I am Darth Ayra." So, she had heard of him, that was good as far as he knew. She gestured towards the stairs that looked as though they led to some kind of observational deck. "Menial task, as it may be officer, I require you to stand post and escort the Sith attending this gathering. I have news in regards to the Emperor and the changes that will be happening in his absence." Dex put his arm on his chest, his arm on his heart and said "It will be done, Ma'am" Dex traveled up the stairs and waited for people to show up, he was in standard attention position and it was obvious that he was standing at his post, he waited for more Sith and other soldiers to arrive.
[member="Darth Ayra"] [member="Lord Eclipsion"]

 

[Ludolf Vaas]

Cipher 18 was already present at the meeting. However, he was of lesser importance compared to the man standing next to him, the New Order's Minister of Intelligence. Still, the Cipher Agent had his own uses at this meeting. Aside from being one of Imperial Intelligence's more promising Agents, Cipher 18 had partaken in the ground battle on Dromund Kaas against the Mandalorians, where he had gathered a significant amount of intel on the enemy. He might also provide a unique perspective on the Imperial failure there, and of course Eighteen had his own opinions and theories. He would gladly share them when asked, but the most pressing matter at hand was the absence of the most important man in the New Order. Drastic measures needed to be taken to fill the void, or the Order itself would crumble. Cipher 18 only listened as the conversation continued.

"Imperial Intelligence has found no sign of Darth Vulcanus, nor is he claimed as a prisoner by the Mandalorians," Mosin Tark, the Minister of Intelligence said. "If he was killed in battle, his body has not yet been located amongst the rubble."

Though if and when it was, the Mandalorians would waste no time in announcing it to the galaxy in triumph.

[member="Darth Ayra"] [member="Lord Eclipsion"] [member="Dex Drakkel"]

 

[Sheff Zee]

Lord Phobos walked through the ship until he found the gathering for the whole of the New Order. Despite his name, he never tried to enforce being a man that instilled fear into the heart's of others. He believed it was something that came naturally when people go t to know him, but who would know?

He was quite the unsociable Sith, preferring to be in the presence of Sith higher within the hierachy, so when the day came that he meant to rise in power, none could oppose him. However, he was still a Sith and he still needed to show himself once in a while; if not to just let them know he was still alive, right?

After all, everyone cared if Aeon Caedus to his family, Lord Phobos to the New Order, and Darth Phobos to the One Sith was dead, right? Right. Obviously.

He walked into the gathering, and calculating golden eyes set upon [member="Darth Ayra"] as he strode over to her. He took note of [member="Lord Eclipsion"], but to all outer appearances he had never looked at her. And then he stopped in front of the Sith Lord. He said nothing, and waited to be acknowledged.

 

[Lord Eclipsion]

| [member="Lord Eclipsion"] | [member="Dex Drakkel"] |

Darth Ayra turned to the arriving officer and Lord Eclipsion. "That Graug was Darth Vulcanus, Eclipsion. Some respect, for our hidden Emperor." The hooded Sith Lord came to a stop between the two of them, lifting her hand towards the cowl of her Sith robe. She lowered the hooded from her eyes and looked between them both. Her eyes fell on Dex Drakkel. "Officer Drakkel, we have not met. I am Darth Ayra." She gestured towards the stairs leading up to the observational deck. "Menial task, as it may be officer, I require you to stand post and escort the Sith attending this gathering. I have news in regards to the Emperor and the changes that will be happening in his absence."

She turned her gaze back to the Chiss. "Eclipsion, I heard of your intentions to subjugate one of the New Order's worlds. Has this transpired? What world was it you were taking direct control of?"

Eclipsion scowled when Darth Ayra mentioned her subjugation. It had failed horribly, thanks to many of the members of the New Order being preoccupied or fading from the forefront of the galaxy. Ah, yes...That. I was attempting to subjugate that damned Cadomai Prime, but many of our fellow Sith failed to participate. Only [member="Dex Drakkel"] decided to aid me. " The Chiss told [member="Darth Ayra"] with a hint of bitterness in her voice. She saw [member=Aeon Caedus], standing and waiting to be notice. Eclipsion frowned, and turned Lord Phobos.

 

[Darth Ayra]

| [member="Darth Ferus"] | [member="Darth Vornskr"] | [member="Enigma"] | [member="Lord Eclipsion"] | [member="Dinah Winters"] | [member="Morinth"] | [member="Nero"] | [member="Sawa Ike"] | [member="Thaldyr Wrathfang"] | [member="Xhinx"] | [member="Ludolf Vaas"] | [member="Dex Drakkel"] | [member="Darth Arcis"] | [member="Luminara Rikanati"] | [member="Ballen-Ist"] | [member="Graxin Rade"] | [member="Maleus"] | [member="Aeon Caedus"] | [member="Rafeesh"] | [member="Odium"] | [member="Dovian"] | [member="Yuunie ka'chi"] | [member="Revara Serebis"] | [member="Malus"] | [member="Darren Shaw"] | [member="Lord Pathollex"] | [member="Darth Vulcanus"] | [member="Anthony Wintershed"] |

Ayra addressed Mosin Tark. "That is because the Mandalorians never took Vulcanus, nor did he perish on Dromund Kaas. He has, however, been in contact with me. This is why we have gathered to discuss the future of the New Order." She looked between Ludolf, Eclipsion, Drakkel and Mosin Tark. "It just so happens that one of my first acts will be the formation of a Moff Council."

"You see, Vulcanus's last acts was to place me as Dark Chancellor of the New Order. Other formations may be taking place, thus changing the position and meaning behind my current place in the New Order, but that is a discussion for myself and Darths Vornskr, Arcis and Ferus."

She clasped her hands into either sleeve. "Lord Eclipsion shall be placed as Grand Moff of the Moff Council, with Officer Drakkel and Cipher 18 moving into the positions of Moff. As other officers and the right people come into place, more may be joining you on the Moff Council."

"The Council will be in charge of the admiralty board; subjugation of certain worlds; and will be involved in the planning process of invasions and dominions. We will convene when necessary to consider updates and move forward with the rebuilding of the Sith Empire." She turned to Cipher 18. "Your current designation is not suitable for the position you will find yourself in." Ayra didn't ask questions, but she did imply.

 

[Darth Ayra]

| [member="Lord Eclipsion"] | [member="Aeon Caedus"] |

Ayra nodded. "With the Moff Council under your direct control, Lord Eclipsion, I foresee Cadomai Prime falling under your jurisdiction in good time." Her gaze averted from the newly positioned Grand Moff to Aeon Caedus. "Caedus, it has been sometime since we last spoke."

 

[Sheff Zee]

Aeon Caedus shrugged his shoulders nonchalantly. Such as he would have before he had even become a Sith. In that shrug was confidence, arrogance, too much of it, and an apparent disinterest in the events going on around him.

"Don't sound so sad, [member="Darth Ayra"]." He replied with an amused look upon his face beneath his hood. He was all for fun and games, you know. "What am I meant to do for this...New Order?"

 

[Darth Ayra]

| [member="Aeon Caedus"] |

"The New Order was founded to replace the Sith Empire capitulated and was broken by the Republic, Jedi and Mandalorians. It's goal is to rebuild from the remnants and avenge our loss, through the destruction of our enemies." She sighed. "It will be a long, long time before I stand on a subverted Coruscant, from which the Sith rule the galaxy. But that is my plan."

"You will be imperative in this task, Aeon Caedus. We are in the process of creating our border across our space. Dubrillion has fallen, Mirial and Bimmiel will shortly follow. I am personally leading a dominion of Almania with Darth Pandeima and an accomplice of hers. After Mirial and Bimmiel have fallen, we shall move onto Dantooine, then Helska, Belkadan and then Ord Janon. Then we will push down to Ession, Amuud, Kamar and Farana. Through the establishment of our border, the planets within will fall next and then expansion out of the core of our space will take place."

"This will take months to do. Individuals such as yourself will be vital to securing the New Order, Aeon. Reward for your service will follow, in due time." She gave him a small smile.

 

[Darth Carnifex]

The doors leading to the bridge hissed open to reveal several individuals, two of which were dressed completely in black combat armor, but another lacked a helmet and instead had a flowing cloak of maroon silk draped across his form. He had no weapon, save the Force, but the two soldiers flanking him each held a standard issue 'Chimera' SienarTech blaster rifle firmly in their grasp. The one dressed in maroon held an air of authority around him as he strode out from the hall into the bridge to stand before the assembled Sith and officers, his guardsman falling in line behind him as he greeted the assembly. "Creating a Moff Council without me, eh, Arya? You know how I feel about being left out in the Empire's political affairs, but I forgive you. I will appoint individuals from the Army and Intelligence to the Moff Council, I hope that doesn't put a damper on your plans."

He'd definitely want to appoint his own agents on the Council, wouldn't want Arya to fill it with her own people, that'd just be bad for business.

At least for the Minister of the Order, Kaine Zambrano, it would.

@Darth Arya

 

[Lord Eclipsion]

The doors leading to the bridge hissed open to reveal several individuals, two of which were dressed completely in black combat armor, but another lacked a helmet and instead had a flowing cloak of maroon silk draped across his form. He had no weapon, save the Force, but the two soldiers flanking him each held a standard issue 'Chimera' SienarTech blaster rifle firmly in their grasp. The one dressed in maroon held an air of authority around him as he strode out from the hall into the bridge to stand before the assembled Sith and officers, his guardsman falling in line behind him as he greeted the assembly. "Creating a Moff Council without me, eh, Arya? You know how I feel about being left out in the Empire's political affairs, but I forgive you. I will appoint individuals from the Army and Intelligence to the Moff Council, I hope that doesn't put a damper on your plans."

He'd definitely want to appoint his own agents on the Council, wouldn't want Arya to fill it with her own people, that'd just be bad for business.

At least for the Minister of the Order, Kaine Zambrano, it would.

@Darth Arya

Lord Eclipsion had a wide grin on her face when [member=Darth Ayra] announced that she would be the Grand Moff. Although this isn't what she was expecting, it was a great advancement in her career. However, her smile turned to a frown when [member="Darth Vornskr"] walked in. While she greatly respected the Sith Lord for his skills in espionage and subterfuge, she didn't want to have to be contending with the Zambrano's goons. " So, seeking to put your own men on the Council...Wise move, Vornskr. " Eclipsion told him calmly, although her voice had a steely edge to it.

 

[Sheff Zee]

Aeon blinked.

She would say that he is imperative to the tasks, no doubt she said the same to everyone. Here, everyone else got...promoted. And he got...Promises? He chuckled underneath his black hood. And then it could be seen that the black hood was rotating upon the neck of Aeon. He was shaking his head.

"Your plans bring us too close to the borders of the Mandalorians. They will know the location of plenty of our planets." He shook his head. "I would be better suited upon this Moff Council." He didn't spare any glances for the others that were named to it.

Then, [member="Darth Vornskr"] entered and he turned around to look at him. He listened to his words, but halfway through he turned back to look at [member="Darth Ayra"] to see if she would have any hints of a reply upon her face.

 

[Onrai]

"But then again, where's the fun in that if I'm not involved?" The voice of a relatively recognizable woman, one [member="Darth Ayra"] and [member="Darth Vornskr"] would recognize very well. "It's been quite a while, Kaine. Last I saw, you were busy defending Tyrin Ardik before he left the Sith and betrayed us. Seems the future wasn't really changed." She chuckled, remembering the fun times she had once enjoyed with the Epicanthix - and that her wife has helped crunch things.

"I supply the Empire with naval resources, Madame Ayra. I of course would appreciate a position of prestige - that is, if my sorcery and bioweapon supplies aren't rationale enough."

[member="Lord Eclipsion"]

 

[Darth Ayra]

| [member="Aeon Caedus"] | [member="Lord Eclipsion"] | [member="Darth Vornskr"] | [member="Dex Drakkel"] | [member="Ludolf Vaas"] |

Ayra turned to the approaching Sith Lord. Her eyes scanned his accomplices, before locking her gaze upon Vornskr's violet and yellow eyes. "Darth Vornskr, I presume? Our first meeting..." She took a step forward. "Your input would be valuable and will taken into account, but let us not be under any false pretenses. This is not a democracy and my word will be final."

She gestured with her hand. "The Moff Council will be differentiate from groups primarily made up of Sith. Other than Eclipsion, which will act as a liason between officers, admirals and Moffs, no other Sith will be fulfilling these roles." It was also an answer for Aeon Caedus. He would need to prove himself before he achieved a position.

 

[Darth Ayra]

| [member="Enigma"] |

"Darth Ayra... Darth Pandeima." She gave the Enchanti woman a frown. On the one hand, she didn't want to hurt her feelings nor create a divide in their relationship. But on the other, she had to demonstrate strength in front of the Sith, just as she had by setting the rules clear to Vornskr. "There will be changes to the hierarchy. For example, I will not be going by the created position of Dark Chancellor, which was created under the Vulcanus era. I have a different position in mind. Something more... traditional."

"Rest assured, you will be involved." She gave her a small smile as well. An attempt to convey a thousand words she couldn't say in the small gesture.

 

[Malus]

Malus had arrived on the Burning Star. Much like those arriving to meet with the Dark Chancellor of the New Order, new positions were to be allocated. He was not aware of the position he was about to fulfill, but it would be something new. Emerging onto the bridge of the Star Destroyer, he climbed up onto the observational deck. Hands clasped behind his back, he inclined his head in each way to the Sith. "My Lords," he followed up with, before falling silent.

 

[Darth Imperatus]

@Malus [member="Darth Ayra"] @Enigma [member="Aeon Caedus"] [member="Lord Eclipsion"] [member="Darth Vornskr"] [member="Ludolf Vaas"] [member="Dex Drakkel"]

Melkaroth strode into the room, taking in his surroundings. There were some he knew, some he did not know, and some...

"Phobos." said Melkaroth to [member="Aeon Caedus"], his lip curling. "I knew I could smell something on this ship."