Logged Oct. 3, 2001
Logged by Siobhan
Titled:   Is It Time? 
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Characters: 
Siobhan
Rruka
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Siobhan 
This insectoid specie is just over 4 feet long and 6 feet high with 
stylish reddish brown bands decorating its woolly coat along its thorax. 
Extending from its multi-segmented body are 8 pairs of short limbs, each 
ending in four digits. Its bright orange feathery antennae emerge from 
its Ruurian' head protruding from just above multifaceted red eyes. A 
tiny mouth moves in rapid small succession when speaking, while small 
nostrils flare on occasion allowing it to breathe freely. 
Siobhan's upper section is dressed in a simple cream colored smock, 
which stands out against the reddish brown body. A simple leather belt 
surrounds her mid section and hanging precariously on one side is a 
simple but efficiently designed lightsaber for Siobhan's particular 
specie. Siobhan may stand out slightly due to the fact that each of 
Siobhan's movements are purposeful and well considered, almost as if the 
impact of the movement was weighed before the movement is made. 

Rruka 
A smallish Trianii is this rather cheery black and white feline. His 
eyes are a brilliant green gold hidden in a black cap that extends 
around the top of his head. A white blaze is perfectly positioned 
between his eyes. His lower face is purest white except for his black 
nose and a few large freckles of black around his chin. His fur appears 
slightly long but baby fine. Other markings are hidden beneath a tunic 
of a soft slate grey. White hands appear out of the folds of the darker 
slate robe. More black freckling shows on the clawed fingers. A few 
blotches appear on the wrists. At his small feline feet are soft boots 
that soften his step and give him a more civilized look. His black ears 
have a slight tuft to them. His whiskers are bright white and stand out 
on the black cap pattern of his head fur. 

Courtyard -- Jedi Praxeum Coruscant 
This vast courtyard is where much of the daily life of the Jedi can 
be observed. A park-like area near the bridge is often used as a study 
area, and the open areas in that park are teaming with life as students 
and teachers alike take part in sports and athletic activities, honing 
the body. At each corner of the square compound is a tower that is 
easily 200 stories high. Paths criss-cross the entire compound and run 
the perimeter, from tower to tower. At the north end of the compound is 
a large hill constructed of many different types and sizes of boulders. 
In the center of the courtyard is the largest tower, rising another 
100 stories above the other towers in the complex. The doublewide, 
ornate doors to this tower are always open. Unlike the other towers, 
this one has a wide section near the top that removes the tapered look 
the other towers have. Above this bulge is where the Jedi Council 
Chamber is located. 

Rruka returns to the Praxeum, again in a fairly good mood. He looks 
around for familiar faces. 

Siobhan had been sitting with a group of young Jedi, giving a history 
lesson in a form of an ancient folktale story that seemed to captivate 
and hold the youngster's attentions. Soon as the story ends, the Master 
rises from its perched position and dismisses the youngsters to their 
next activity. 

Rruka approaches Siobhan with a grin on his face, "Master" He bows, "I 
hope that wasn't a story I hadn't heard yet. I love stories." He offers 
another grin, "I had another success last night Master. I got someone to 
grin who I did not expect one from." 

Siobhan turns towards Rruka as he addresses Siobhan. Its large eyes 
reflect the glint of light in several different prismatic angles. 
Inclining its head to Rruka it replies, "An who might this lucky person 
be for whom you have brought a moment of joy to?" 

Rruka smirks, "Master Phanton." 

A buzz issues from the insectoids lips in what can only be presumed as a 
touch of laughter, "I see. Master Phanton can be a serious and solemn 
one at times, but he does have a tender heart that many do not see for 
they cannot see past his species features. To look into the heart of 
someone without judging them by their covers so to speak, is a true gift 
indeed." 

Rruka laughs, "Master when you must look in the mirror each morning and 
see yourself as others must see you one such as me cannot help but look 
within. I am smaller and fluffier then most of my kin. I probably appear 
as someone's pet more then a fighter. I do not look at one's face. That 
is a mask." 
Siobhan nods lightly and begins to walk along the path towards one of 
the towers. "Then the gift has come to you naturally. But, you must be 
aware that not all share the same gift, and that not all see things as 
you or I might. As the saying goes, there are always 2 sides to a 
story." Siobhan gestures to the lightsaber at the Acolytes side, "How 
comes your training? Seems to me that you should be nearing the time for 
your quest. Has Master Phanton mentioned anything to you about it yet?" 

Rruka shakes his head, "No one has really. I had figured that perhaps I 
wasn't considered ready yet. Master Rembik started talking to me about 
it and had me describe my lightsaber but that was it." 

Siobhan nods lightly as it strolls along at a slow pace with the young 
Acolyte by its side. "Jedi Rembik has been sent away on an important 
mission and isn't expected back in the immediate future. Until his 
return it will be up to myself and the other masters to conduct your 
training and oversee your progress. I will speak with Master Phanton 
about you, and see if he believes you to be ready." Stopping Siobhan 
turns its gaze fully upon the Acolyte, "Are you ready young Rruka? Think 
hard before you answer. Your answer will carry much weight." 

Rruka stops and stands there a moment. He closes his eyes as if 
meditating for a moment upon the question. He then looks up at Siobhan, 
"I feel I am ready to step my feet upon the next path. There will always 
be more I could learn at the previous level. But I'm needed to continue 
on. Perhaps to show others how to see without their eyes?" He gives the 
Master a slight grin. 

Siobhan glances at the young Jedi momentarily before returning its 
attention to the pathway to continue its journey. "The responsibility is 
not for you to teach someone at this time young Acolyte, but more to 
understand what responsibility comes from creating, mastering, and 
wielding a lightsaber. You must understand this responsibility before 
you are truly ready. See, it is not the Jedi's responsibility to teach 
the world of things, but more to be the galaxy's protectors in keeping 
true to the way of the Force. To understand the Force is the most 
difficult task for a Jedi. Even I at times still struggle to understand 
certain aspects of it. It is a continual never ending lesson my young 
padowan." 

Rruka nods, "Ashton liked my answer when we spoke of the responsibility 
of the lightsaber. I don't remember my complete answer but I told him 
that I thought that part of the reason we make the saber's as if part of 
ourselves was so that we realized that it is US that kills and hurts. A 
blaster can kill from afar. And you lose part of the understanding that 
you have just ended a life. If we were to feel no remorse for killing 
and could do so without care we would surely be on the dark path. When I 
wield my own saber, it will be -I- who does the damage. Not the blade. 
And it is -I- who will have to live with the consequences as well as my 
close friends. It is a weapon of defense that can be used for offence. 
But we must always use it for defense." 

Siobhan nods lightly at the young Jedi, "Hence the responsibility of 
knowing when a lightsaber should or should not be drawn. Once drawn, 
then you are committed to using it, so you should be absolutely certain 
that the situation requires you to draw your blade. We must maintain 
balance in the universe, not move to destroy it even if our intentions 
are good." 

Rruka nods, "I understand. I hope that I will bring honor to the Jedi 
through my actions though they may be only words well spoken." 

Siobhan inclines its head and buzzes a content reply, "Very well young 
padowan, let us retire to the study room of the tower. I have need to 
perform some research, and it may benefit you to conduct your own 
research on which gem would best suit you for your own blade. Once 
you've discovered that, then you will need to find out where to find 
this gem. Consider this the beginning of your quest Rruka. I will speak 
with Phanton about the travel part and who should accompany you on your 
quest."  

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