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Star Wars: Jedi Academy





Five years have passed since the Battle of Jakku and the defeat of the Galactic Empire. The New Republic has begun the process of rebuilding the galaxy, and Luke Skywalker, hero of the Rebellion, has taken steps to restore the Jedi Order, creating a new Jedi Academy on the world of D’Qar. With him are the few Jedi Knights he has since trained in the ways of the Force, and together they and the next generation seek a new beginning of light where once there was only darkness.

Peace, however, is fragile, and the New Republic struggles to confirm its place amongst the galaxy, its power tenuous amidst a divided peoples. Hutt territory is expanding, the Imperial Remnant is steadfastly defiant, and the Dark Side lurks just out of sight.

The New Jedi Order is young, untested, but in the coming years the next generation of Jedi will take the mantle of protecting the galaxy as countless men and women have down for eons before. The Jedi Academy of D’Qar is merely the start, and should it succeed the Jedi will once again find their place in the Force. But first they must survive the trials ahead.


Rules:
1. Expected to follow standard site rules
2. No godmodding or powergaming or etc...
3. No OP characters
4. A max of one character
5. Minimum of one paragraph




After discussion with my co-gms, I am opening the rp and putting out a deadline for next Friday, the 26th for character sheets. So if you wish to join, now, it is your chance with two spots left.

Overview

The year is 10 ABY. In this RP you will play as the first generation of Jedi recruits that are to be trained in the ways of the Force. You will start at the Jedi Academy on the planet D'Qar as apprentices. We will be using mainly Legends content but some of the New Canon. The Jedi Knights that will be your teachers will be the Co-GMs, and it will be two students to a Knight. However, if more students app than Knights, then I will allow others to become Knights to compensate. So right now, there is me and one other co-gm, so two knights at the moment. If you wish to be a knight/co-op, then notify me by Pms or just say something in the thread.

All apprentices should have the core Force abilities and, after some discussion with my Co-GM, instead of starting with a temporary green or blue lightsaber. You will start with a lightsaber of your choice, single, dual, or double bladed, and of whatever color you want. Since we will be going to Ilum first, and you will be getting your lightsaber once the making of it is done. It is encouraged you make an original character rather than use a pre-existing character like Kyle Katarn.










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NEW REPUBLIC
Born from the rebellion, the New Republic has restored democratic function to the galaxy after many years of civil war, however, with the power vacuum left in the Empire's wake the fledgling government has yet to cement its place as the rightful authority. Currently the New Republic is attempting to rebuild worlds affected by the war. Coruscant is the capital with Mon Mothma being elected as the first Head of State.

NEW JEDI ORDER
Under the leadership of Jedi Master Luke Skywalker, the Jedi Order has reformed with a handful of Knights to sow the path. After scouting for a location for which to construct a new academy the planet D'Qar was chosen. The small, abandoned Rebel outpost was reworked and has grown to a proper Jedi Academy complete with support staff. The New Jedi Order is young still but its destiny is laid out before it.

IMPERIAL REMNANT
What remained of the Galactic Empire following the Battle of Jakku retreated to the Outer Rim Territories, and though fractured remains a threat to the stability of the galaxy still recovering from war. Currently attempting to secure what few systems that remain under Imperial control and, rumor has it, infighting has led to internal conflicts that threaten a complete disintegration of the Empire, if not the rise of radical ideologies. Bastion is the capital with Vicvin Rownlov, a human male, being the last known leader of the Imperial Remnant.

HUTT CARTEL
Following the collapse of the Galactic Empire, and thus the oppression of criminal syndicates, the Hutts have greatly expanded their territory and, despite erring on the side of caution, have yet to be contested by the New Republic. This failure has led the cartel to take bolder actions in recent months. The current leader of the cartel is Tittu Sken after the death of Jabba.

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Alright here’s a revised character sheet. In response to the issues you had I made the following changes: The Jedi were actively searching for Zelt after his public outing as a Force user, which they tracked him to Thustra, much like the bounty hunters did. I elaborated on the Force mystic who works for the Hutts in that his primary job is to catch cheaters using the Force to win at Hutt casinos, but he just happened to be in the arena to see Zelt play when he sensed the use of the Force. As for the drug addiction, it’s been scrapped. Instead Zelt now struggles with an eating disorder, something a little bit easier to mask. Let me know if anything else needs changing.

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Alright here’s a revised character sheet. In response to the issues you had I made the following changes: The Jedi were actively searching for Zelt after his public outing as a Force user, which they tracked him to Thustra, much like the bounty hunters did. I elaborated on the Force mystic who works for the Hutts in that his primary job is to catch cheaters using the Force to win at Hutt casinos, but he just happened to be in the arena to see Zelt play when he sensed the use of the Force. As for the drug addiction, it’s been scrapped. Instead Zelt now struggles with an eating disorder, something a little bit easier to mask. Let me know if anything else needs changing.



In that case, accepted.
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Cool! So that brings the total up to 5, including Theyra, who I’m assuming will be a Jedi knight. Good stuff, looking forward to this one!

Question: have the characters been at the academy for some time now, and are somewhat familiar with eachother, or are we starting from scratch? I wrote my character’s history to allow some leeway in either direction. Thanks!
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Cool! So that brings the total up to 5, including Theyra, who I’m assuming will be a Jedi knight. Good stuff, looking forward to this one!

Question: have the characters been at the academy for some time now, and are somewhat familiar with eachother, or are we starting from scratch? I wrote my character’s history to allow some leeway in either direction. Thanks!


The chars have spent some time with each other at the academy so yes. They would know of each other somewhat and yes. I will be playing a Jedi Knight.
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Working on a character right now and I'm almost finished, irl stuff is drawing my attention
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Hello! Are y'all still recruiting? I could help but notice a painful lack of Togruta so I thought I'd help fill that void~
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Hello! Are y'all still recruiting? I could help but notice a painful lack of Togruta so I thought I'd help fill that void~


Yeah, we are still recruiting, feel free to make a cs and fill the void.
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Awesome! Before I get started I had two main questions for ya!

The first is that for the character I have in mind, I had the idea of her having an adoptive sister who could be on the dark side of things for a potential story point for her later. I know it's one character per person, so the question is more if down the line we can have second characters or npcs to pull things like this?

The second is for her Saber, I had the idea of Dual Sabers that can be linked together into Saberstaff (Double Bladed). Obviously she would be building this thing herself as she's fairly tech-inclined. Would that be allowed?
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Awesome! Before I get started I had two main questions for ya!

The first is that for the character I have in mind, I had the idea of her having an adoptive sister who could be on the dark side of things for a potential story point for her later. I know it's one character per person, so the question is more if down the line we can have second characters or npcs to pull things like this?

The second is for her Saber, I had the idea of Dual Sabers that can be linked together into Saberstaff (Double Bladed). Obviously she would be building this thing herself as she's fairly tech-inclined. Would that be allowed?


I am going to say for the first one, I will say no to the second char but yes to the npc part. So your char's adoptive sister can be an npc that you could play as when the time is right.

For the linked lightsaber, I will allow it just make it a good reason how she has one.
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I am going to say for the first one, I will say no to the second char but yes to the npc part. So your char's adoptive sister can be an npc that you could play as when the time is right.

For the linked lightsaber, I will allow it just make it a good reason how she has one.


Cool, she can be adapted to be an npc then. I'll probably have her show up periodically before the whole 'Villian Arc' so to speak, just as an introduction to the NPC so it's not like 'Who tf is this?'

As far as how she has one, it will quite literally be that she built it at the academy, unless we're supposed to be like... just arrived at the Academy new. In that case she'll build it later as opposed to already having it.
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Cool, she can be adapted to be an npc then. I'll probably have her show up periodically before the whole 'Villian Arc' so to speak, just as an introduction to the NPC so it's not like 'Who tf is this?'

As far as how she has one, it will quite literally be that she built it at the academy, unless we're supposed to be like... just arrived at the Academy new. In that case she'll build it later as opposed to already having it.


Your char would have been at the Academy for a while, so yeah, it is possible she made it while at the Academy.
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So I am looking for one more knight/co-gm given the number of apprentices players. If you wish to be a knight/co-gm either pm me or say so in the thread.
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One other thing, after some discussion with my Co-GM, instead of starting with a temporary green or blue lightsaber. You will start with a lightsaber of your choice, single, dual, or double-bladed, and of whatever color you want. Since we will be going to Ilum first, you will be getting your lightsaber once the making of it is done.

So those that made apprentice's cs. You can change your lightsaber color and type to your desired preferences for your char.
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So I am no longer looking for a new co-gm right now and there is one spot left for an apprentice. Barring the ones in discord that have shown interest and are making cs.
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I should have mine done by the end of Monday
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I should have mine done by the end of Monday


Good to know, and you will be the last spot then.
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"My father taught me that the light would always triumph... I pray his lessons weren't wrong."




Name:
Kada Vaa

Species:
Togruta

Gender:
Female

Age:
22

Appearance:
Kada stands in stark contrast to your average Jedi. Unlike many of her fellows who tend to dress plainly, or appear to be more mundane... Kada stands out very much among a crowd. Standing at only 5'7, she's not the tallest of individuals. Yet her body is clearly toned from her training, and her rather pleasant facial features make the Jedi easy on the eyes. Coupled with her outright refusal to dress in the more plain ways of the Jedi, often wearing tighter clothes that she finds to make herself look a bit cuter, Kada often draws the attention of those around her. Additionally, she wears a rather ornate Akul-Tooth Headdress as a marking that she had slain an Akul by herself and as a gift from her late father. Kada also tends to draw attention in how she manipulates her lekku, often using them to accentuate whatever she might be doing.

Rank:
Apprentice

Personality:
Once again the anthesis of your average Jedi, Kada tends to be a rather outgoing and outspoken individual. With a friendly smile marking her features more often than not, the young Jedi seemingly has no fear of approaching others to strike up a conversation. Nor does she have an issue displaying her emotions for others to see. Kada lives in the moment, not particularly being fond of keeping things hidden unless necessary. Why keep secrets when every moment is new, and there is still so much else to discover in the galaxy!

Kada has a friendly demeanor and can be a bit of a talker once she decides she likes another. Which, unfortunately, means that its fairly easy for her to try befriending another who may not particularly want that sort of bond. The Jedi is an optimist, often trying to see the brighter side of any situation wherever she can, as she is well aware of just how much worse situations could be at any given moment. Towards others, she can come off as a bit aloof and carefree. To only add to her stark contrast to her fellow Jedi, Kada has also known to be a bit of a flirtatious individual. Despite all these actions seeming to be aloof, many are shocked to find out just how intelligent Kada is, along with how much attention she is truly paying to any situation.

However; that is not to say that she is without flaws. Kada often finds herself of falling into a bit of being a bit too trusting of others. Wanting to see the best in them, and later paying a price for that error. When hurt like this, Kada's first instincts often flip back to those she was developed through the war and under Imperial Servitude; aggression. She will often lash out either with words or physically in response, before starting to slowly wind herself back from such actions that would bring her closer to the Dark Side. This, along with flaring responses from situations reminiscent of traumas she's suffered before can cause Kada to act very rashly at times, and very often to the detriment of herself.


Lightsaber:
Kada's lightsaber is truly unique. Technically, the weapon is a saberstaff with two blue blades, connected through the middle with a simple silver hilt adorned with golden lines to mark connections between metal casings as well as the ignition triggers. While there are two triggers on the weapon, only the one closer to her right hand will control it while in saberstaff form. When Kada twists both ends of the saber staff in opposite directions, it breaks apart into two individual lightsabers. The entire weapon was built by the Togruta, and is nearly defined as a work of art for its seamless finish and elegance.

Skills:
  • Blaster Skill: Kada is a rather decent shot with her DL-12 Heavy Blaster Pistol
  • Tech Knowledge: Kada is rather adept at tinkering with tech. Specifically; Droids and Ships. She can build a droid from nothing but parts and can repair ships rather effectively.
  • Piloting: Kada once flew an X-Wing as part of the Rebellion forces at Jakku, she is a skilled fighter pilot.
  • Jar'Kai: Kada is an amatuer at Jar'Kai, but uses Form IV: Ataru Influences. This is because Jar'Kai itself is not a form, but a blanket term for two Sabers.
  • Form III Soresu: Kada is an amateur at Soresu, and only employs this form when we weapon is in Saberstaff form.
  • Dancing: Kada is an incredible dancer!
  • Charisma/Negotiation: Due to her rather easygoing persona, Kada is quite adept at negotiating or calming others in tense situations. She is a pretty decent flirt, but that is less useful than one might think.


Equipment:
  • DL-12 Heavy Blaster Pistol
  • Lightsaber
  • Wrist-Mounted Commlink
  • Mechanic Tools (Stored at a Workbench at the Temple)
  • BD-4 "Sparky" BD Class Explorer Droid


Weakness:
  • Overly Trusting
  • Emotional
  • Not Overly Skilled in the Force
  • Amatuer Saber Skills
  • Rash Actions
  • Trauma-Induced Decisions can lead dangerously close to the Dark Side


Background:
Kada was born on Shili to a loving pair of parents and spent a good portion of her young life on the planet. Though she was much too young to know, her parents had suffered greatly under Imperial Occupation of the planet. Local forces harassed their village, and later in Kada's young life arrested her mother under charges of 'Treason'. This rapid change came shortly after Kada had slain her first Akul, and had her headdress crafted by her father. With her mother suddenly taken away and the Imperial forces watching her father for any sign of treason, Kada quickly learned what the galaxy was truly like. Her illusions from her childhood had been shattered, and the youth started living in fear of those monsters in white armor. This fear, in turn, drove Kada to act. The youth was one day caught throwing stones at a local Storm Trooper patrol, who in turn attempted to arrest the young Togruta. However; her father stepped in to stop his daughter's arrest by physically shoving the troopers back. This situation spiraled, and soon a single cry rang out through the village, followed by a terrified shriek of a child. Her father had fallen flat on his back, chest burning where the trooper had shot him. In his dying breaths, he looked at his daughter and whispered softly to her. A reminder that she was his little light and that the light would always triumph against the dark.

Kada swiftly was smuggled off-planet by her fellow villagers, who knew full well what the incident would mean for their village. That the Imperials would return in force to ensure such a situation did not repeat itself. A fate they did not wish their village's youngest member to have to witness. Kada was entrusted to a lethan twi'lek man by the name of Anoon Gida, a leader of the local cell of the Rebellion. Anoon took the young Togruta off-world and into his own home, where she was met by his own daughter; Talik Gida. The two bonded quickly, with Talik having lost her own mother to Imperials and fully understanding the pain Kada was going through. Over the next few years, both girls became inseparable. Even growing to the point as viewing each other as siblings as they entered their teenage years. No matter where the Rebellion meant Anoon had to go, both Kada and Talik stood by each other's side to support one another through these troubling times. The two even played a part in certain Rebel operations, serving to help refuel, rearm, and repair fighters in between missions. It was during this time that Kada learned how to fly while Rogue Squadron was briefly operating out of the base she and Talik lived in. The pilot who took time to teach the young Togruta on the simulators was one Tycho Celchu, one of the many skilled pilots amongst the Rogues.

When Kada turned 15, her whole life went for another sudden turn. Talik, being 18 at the time, enlisted with the Rebellion. Kada watched with a worry held deep in her heart as her older sister was sent off to war against the Empire. Serving as one of the Rebellion's own shock troops, and standing firmly on the front lines with the overlords of the Galaxy. Kada spent the time alone training further on the simulators until she turned 16 and was picked up by the Rebellion as a potential pilot for the X-Wings. A year later, Kada would get her first experience of true battle flying escort and close-air support for Rebel ground troops during the battle of Jakku. Here, she managed to take down two Imperial Fighters, one of them being the more deadly Interceptor Class. Despite the viciousness of the fight, Kada and Talik managed to survive the battle. Shortly after which, the Republic and Empire settled upon peace and the New Republic was formed. At this time, Kada and Talik both stepped back from military service, intent on carving their own paths in the galaxy from that point on.

A chance they were not given. Both girls were quickly taken prisoner when the transport they were riding was raided by an Imperial Moff who had gone rogue and fancied himself something of a warlord. The two found themselves in chains, back under the thumb of the very entity they'd just risked life and limb to beat back. The next three years were grueling, filled with labor camps and mistreatment at the hands of the Imperials. Yet even this change in their life seemed not meant to last. During one of their transfers to a new camp, a Mandalorian swooped in and dealt a rather vicious blow to the Imperials. In the process the man, going by the name Toryn, chose to change certain parameters of his mission and escorted the two prisoners out of the Imperial Grip.

A few months later, the two had managed to find their own place in one of the seedier sides of Chandrila. Living in a small apartment, the two took up jobs at the local Nightclub to pay the bills while they figured out their next steps. Talik as a bartender, and Kada working as a dancer at club. It wasn't their dream, per say, but the job was honest and they were treated well. Certainly, it was better than life under Imperial Rule. The two would stay in this spot for two years before a shocking night would once more alter their fates. A rather unusual patron entered their club, a man almost everybody in the club recognized on sight from the Holonews. Luke Skywalker. Moreso, when the man, somewhat awkwardly, made his way across the floor and asked to specifically talk to both Kada and Talik... they knew things were about to change. After a little bit of Kada fangirling over the Jedi Master, and a bit of awkwardness on his end from their environment and state of dress, Luke finally put forward why he had approached the two. Both were sensitive to the force, and he wanted them to come to train at his Jedi Temple to become members of a new era of the Jedi Order.

Of course, Kada and Talik happily agreed!





Since Talik is a fairly important NPC to Kada's ongoing story as I talked about with Theyra briefly, I included bits about her in the backstory. Hope all is well!
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Since Talik is a fairly important NPC to Kada's ongoing story as I talked about with Theyra briefly, I included bits about her in the backstory. Hope all is well!


Since we talked about it, accepted.
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@Martian Just checking in since you have not joined the discord. Unless you have already but either way if you have not and you do not have to. Just we talk there more than in here and so you are better in the loop.
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