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[Takeda]

"Yes Caitlin, those can be included. I could have droids start on it in a couple of hours.

That does sound like it would work."

Ayu'lesh looks over to Cait.
"I have to agree with Phedra... I am starving. Are we going to eat here or down on the planet? I think I will pass though if this place is making it... it sounds like there hasn't been anything here in 4000 years, and frankly I have eaten rations from the Republic era... and they suck."

[Caitlin Windancer]

To Dweezel.

That sounds like a yes to me Dweezel go ahead and start. I don't know if you have thought of it Dweezel but you might want to include in the remodel plans of the ship something for yourself and your maintenance.

To Ayu'lesh and Phedra with a laugh.

Alright, alright. I get the message. You are hungry.
Dinner is ready we can eat it any place you want. Here, the ship or on the planet.

She makes a face at the mention of rations.

Are those even food? They certainly have no taste.
So where do you all want to eat?
She says as she walks over and picks up her harp.

[Takeda]

Dweezel finally finishes his repairs and upgrades to his former body. He unplugs himself and carefully extends a probe from one of his fingers to reach in and depress the master switch. With a series of regular sounding droid expressions the little astomech unit goes through it's initial boot-up cycle. As the thin probe retracts into his finger once again.
"I do not understand your meaning Caitlin, there is nothing on that ship I would need or require. All of that is here."

Takeda still looking at the console raises his head only half hearing the words Dweezel speaks and turns around.
"You have been complaining for years about not having enough data access, or space to work on your well, self. Now that you have this new body your not going to need it? What if something happens to you?"

[Caitlin Windancer]

Cait looks puzzled at Dweezel's words.

What are you trying to say Dweezel? Are you not returning to the ship?

[Takeda]

Takeda looks a bit disturbed by this.
"Of course he is coming back to the ship, he always pulls this kind of thing when he finds a bunch of parts that he can not take with him. Dweezel, we will be back, you can build all sorts of things here, just think you could have another frame for every task you need..."

Dweezel turns to Takeda, while he is still shorter, there is much less of a disparity in height now.
"No Master, I cannot. I was built here back when this place was at the height of its capabilities. I served here longer that all of you put together have been alive.* As the Empire began to crumble I was chosen to assist with securing Raxus. I was transferred to a war-frame, and left my duties here. And it was there I saw our Empire fall. I saw the slaves rebel, I saw the atrocities by the Empire, and by those fighting against it. And there buried under the destroyed citadels I heard and felt the Empire crumble the once great civilization vanish... And then the Ancients turned on each other, and I heard it. I heard the Forge send its wrath on its creators, I felt it, it is what I am. And I loathe it. I experienced what those that came later to Raxus. It was a beautiful planet, Even the Ancients did not despoil it like those who came after. I have seen the poison in this universe, I was buried under it for over 240 centuries. The Master found me, he tore me out of my body and trapped me in that shell. He repeatedly tried to pry my information from me. But he was not one of the Ancients, he was poisoned in his mind. I know why he wanted this.

You Master, you slew him as he begged and tried to buy his life. And it has haunted you. You... A Kwa... The only ones the Ancients were forced to exterminate. You asked for the knowledge, you did not threaten me with destruction. And even when you found out what I was, you did not wish me for conquest. You brought your enemy home Master... You fulfilled his wish, granted you killed him, but you brought both of us home. And all that you, or any of you have asked for is needful things. You have not wished for conquest, your are not driven by destruction.

The Ancients created this place to grow, become stronger, to evolve. We learn... The Forge Called for an Overseer, it knew I was here, it needed. I must answer... But I have seen what it is... and We learn... I learn... It learns... WE LEARN... I am again part of the greater machine. I am a piece. But I am The Piece.

I was once the child, but now what was the parent is in need like a child, and I must become the parent to it. It must grow, but it does not have to destroy to do so. The Forge consumes, as do you, but like you it gives as well. The Ancients were bent on conquest, those that came later were bent on conquest. Now We have the power to say No. There is no more Rakata... We are now our own, or can be.

That is why I must stay Master. It dies without me, it dies and never learns.

(*possibly he does not know some people are older than they look)

[Caitlin Windancer]

Cait listens to Dweezel's explanation with a dawning understanding. When he finishes she says.

I think I understand. The Forge needs you it can't function as it should if you leave. Can you make Takeda a droid that will serve his needs when he leaves? Something that speaks Basic?

She glances a Takeda then back at Dweezel. I think he is going to miss having you around, Dweezel.

[Takeda]

Dweezel looks from Cait to Takeda and back again.
"You are correct, I cannot leave, without a proper overseer the Forge would die. The Forge is eternal, so I must stay.

However, yes I can create a companion for Master, to assist with the ship and make sure he does not do anything foolish.

It will be a short while yet before things are up to a level of functioning where I can complete your requests. I will have your ship refueled and repaired as soon as the resources to do so come fully online."

Takeda stands there speechless, his traveling companion of nearly 20 years having just made it clear that their journeys together are at an end. His shoulders sag and he looks down at the floor.
"Thank you Dweezel... I think I will head back to the ship for a while."

Without a further word he turns and heads back to the ship.

[Caitlin Windancer]

I understand. I don't think it could have a better guardian or overseer Dweezel. We will miss you but if you don't mind can we come to visit you on occasion to see how you are doing?

We are not in a hurry at the moment. I think we will be here for awhile, Tenkai hasn't gotten all the things he needs yet for one.

Phedra in background. And we haven't had dinner yet.

Cait laughs. That too.

When Takeda leaves Cait gives him sympathetic look. He is taking it hard. He will really miss you. You have become a friend to him. I leave you to your work Dweezel, take care.

To Phedra. Come on. Let's get ready for dinner.

Cait walks slowly out of the room back toward the ship to give Takeda some time alone.

[Takeda]

Ayu'lesh follows on Phedra and Cait's heels. Her tone is quiet and respectful, even if her words are not.
"I don't get it... He's depressed over a droid? Half the time he seems so cold, I never know if he is going to do something nice or try and eat me. Cait, Phedra, you didn't see what he and Tenkai did to those guys that were after me. Tenkai, or Gin rather was a blur... I won't go into details, but Tenkai moves like a Jedi in the holos it looked almost like he was two places at once. And for T, I never even saw him draw his knife, he dropped off the top of the ship and lifted one man up by the neck one handed and the next second the head falls of the guy to his right. I just don't get it... I dunno, maybe my brain is going from hunger... You all are a weird crew.

[Caitlin Windancer]

Cait to Ayu'lesh. He is more than just a droid to Takeda. He has been a companion. I don't know for sure but I think Dweezel has been with him for a long time. He has become attached to Dweezel. He was someone to talk and argue with.

Takeda isn't cold just quiet. He only seems that way because you don't know him yet. He is trained as a warrior and has a warrior's stoicism.

No, I didn't see him fight the thugs that were after you but I have seen him fight before so I understand what you are saying. He has no fear when he fights. That is why you think he seems cold. He is extremely strong in many ways he is a weapon. But know one thing he will protect you always.

And Gin well Gin/Tenkai is unique. Yes, I know. I have seen him fight before as well. He is scary when he fights.

I know for one thing I wouldn't want to be on the wrongside of either one of them in a fight.

Cait smiles. Give your self time how long have you been with us what a couple of days? It will take longer than that to really get to know us.

And being weird is not that bad. She says in a teasing voice. You can get away with a lot. Think of it this way you won't be looked down on if you are a little different in this group. Our differences are gifts. It is what makes us unique. And that can be an advantage when you find yourself in unusual situations such as this. She makes a gesture to the Forge around them.

[Gin Xyrin]

~tenkai looking around decides to lean against a wall the hairs on the back of his neck standing at the events unrolling before him as he watches cait and takeda and the scene unrolling around them his senses and instincts screaming two compleatly opposite things~ "intriuging"

~continuing his observation of the situation he watches as what he estimates to have been a large chunk of takeda's life just extract itself~ "did not expect this" ~his eyes hidden by his bangs flicker for the briefest of moments as a single emotion pity floats through from gin who is showing his rising strength before vanishing like it was never there~ "wait impossible he shouldn't even be able to observe the situation"

~watching the others leave tenkai looks at Dweezel hearing part of their conversation as they get out of hearing range~ "so this is where things end for you two huh" ~shrugging he sighs~ "so an estimate how long will it take to construct a ship, finish the astromech droid, and possibly convince you into reprogramming one, and a large amount of starship hull than can be worked and reformed " ~his voice holding a slightly more agrivated growl at the flare of gin's mind~ "I need to meditate on something but my com is active"

~giving one last nod he starts back to the ship his mind a jumbled mess stopping infront of the deactivated droid ayu'lesh shot he glances at it~ "one way or another you will be of some use"

~continuing forward to the ship he finds a quiet spot to sit down taking on the typical meditative posture as he dives into his mind first scanning his recent memories altering them muting the sound and bluring the faces except for two small sections~ "impossible" ~digging into gin's current memories he spots the time around the two flares in mental strength as he recovers. while not dangerous the idea concerns him~

[Takeda]

Ayu'lesh nods.
"I guess, I had not looked at it like that. I get a little stuck in my head at times, life is so much different than it was. Oh, by the way... what are we having for dinner again?"

Back in the control room.
"There are a few ships already ready, mostly small transport ships, shuttle sized. Even those it will take a few hours to properly ready for use, unless you just plan on using it to go down to the planet. The astro-mech droid is finished, aside from choosing a personality profile and giving it a designation, it is ready for you now, though I might suggest at least allowing me to repaint it so it does not look quite as much like my former self.'

[Caitlin Windancer]

Cait to Ayu'lesh with a smile.
Not a problem just give yourself some time. You were kind of thrown into the middle of all of this. And believe me this isn't the weirdest group I ever have been the part of.

She chuckles at the mention of dnner. Ham is the main course. We also have some fish for some certain people that can't get along without it.
She gives a sly look at Phedra who grins at the mention of the fish. There is roasted corn, salad, mashed potatoes and gravy. Oh and apple pie for dessert. It is ready to eat whenever you are all ready to sit down for dinner.

Phedra gives a little cheer! Cait laughs.

Why don't you two set the table and I'll start serving when everyone gets back.

[Takeda]

Ayu'lesh nods at her words, then smiles as she mentions what is for dinner.
"Will defiantly start setting the table... hmmm maybe Dweezel can get us a proper table as well..."

Takeda had apparently retreated to his quarters, the sliding door was closed off as Ayu'lesh walked to the Galley to retrieve the plates and utensils. After a moment she becomes aware of a distant digital chiming. She heads to the cockpit, thinking T may be there,and of course realizes that it is empty... emptier than she had become used to since Dweezel was not there either. She makes a mental note to bring it up to Cait or Takeda at dinner, seeing how she is not all that familiar with the com system.

[Caitlin Windancer]

Now that is an excellent idea. We definitely need a table. Hmmm.... maybe we can scrounge one while we are here. She says her expression thoughtful.

Let me put away my harp then I will start bringing out the food for the table. I hope Tenkai comes back soon. We won't disturb Takeda right now I'll see you two in a moment. Cait says as she heads to her quarters to put away her harp. She has already sheathed her sword.

After she puts away her things she walks into the galley to start serving dinner.

[Takeda]

Ayu'lesh nods as she finishes getting the dishes.

"Those old Republic cruisers should have some nice ones, I remember seeing at Kuat they had a bunch of them the salvaged, something about the type of wood was some sort of rare Alderaanian wood, and highly prized. Even back before it was destroyed from what they were saying. I managed to con a guy out of a small piece, since it was too small for them to use in the project they had. It was worth a good bit all the same." Oh by the way, I heard something from the cockpit, there is something on the coms, I am not familiar with the system so I didn't touch it."

She heads back to the cargo bay and sets the table.

[Caitlin Windancer]

Now that is really good idea. Maybe we can ask Dweezel after dinner if he knows where one is that we could have.

She sets the salad, the corn, and the mashed potatoes on the table. She walks back into the galley for the gravy and the ham. She sets them on the table. What's missing? Pretending to forget the fish.

Phedra says excitedly THE FISH!

Cait laughs and gives Ayu'lesh a wink so Phedra can't see. Oh of course we couldn't forget that could we? She goes in the galley and brings out the fish. She also has brought some cut up fruit on a plate. She sets them on the table.

Cait responds to the last part of Ayu'lesh's statement by turning around with a look of surprise. Something on the comms? Hmm...I'm not familiar with Takeda's system either. I will let him know it could be important. Thanks for telling me.

She walks to Takeda's quarters and taps softly on the door. Takeda? Can I talk to you a moment?

[Takeda]

Takeda, having been reading a datapad on his bed hears the knock on his door and Cait's voice.

"Come in, it is open."

He had several data-pads out on his bed, he is propped up his back against the wall obviously having been reading them. His carbine is leaned unceremoniously in the corner, and his armor is piled next to it, not having been stowed away yet. He still wears the base layer jumpsuit, though its sleeves are undone to his shoulders and the neck open as well.

"I figured I would be bad company for everyone, so I was catching up on my readings. It has been a trying day Cait, when I stumbled upon th information for this place, I apparently was quite blind to the probable outcomes. I am not up to discussing it currently, nor much for consoling."

He picks up one of the datapads and hits a button, calling up one of the N'Sai classics on philosophies of a warrior, then hands it to her.

"As you can see I obviously was concentrating on the seventh principal, and forgot about the third."

[Caitlin Windancer]

Cait opens the door and comes in. It's alright I thought you would want to be alone for awhile. I'm sorry to have bothered you Takeda.

She takes the datapad he hands her and glances at it.

I see. Dinner is ready by the way if you are hungry. Then hands it back to him and says. But that is not why came to talk to you.

I wouldn't have disturbed you if it wasn't important. Ayu'lesh heard a noise coming from the cockpit and went to check it out. She says there is something on the comm but she didn't want to touch it not being familiar with your system. I thought you would want to know in case it is important.

[Takeda]

Takeda cocks his head to the side in consideration of what Cait says, not exactly having an eyebrow to do so.

"I do not know how hungry I am, but I would not miss a dinner you cook. Let me check what that is and then I will join you at the table... Maybe I should ask if Dweezel can make one of those when he does the galley."

Takeda turns and starts to move off the bed. He lays a hand softly on Cait's shoulder as he slides his bulk past her out of the narrow room.

"Thank you Cait, for several things."