Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
"Stand down. What's your purpose here, hmm?"
Centracti
Why have you drawn your lightsaber, Togruta?
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
"Just a precaution. You were following me, weren't you?"
Centracti
What does my following you imply? Is there reason to fear me?
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
what is your true intent?"
Centracti
"My intent is to follow Jedito without unnecessary trouble."
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
"And why do you follow me? Are you looking for something?"
Centracti
Curiosity leads us all, Togruta, even Jedi.
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
"Are you curious about the Force?"
Centracti
More about the ways of others than the force itself.
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
"Are you interested in the Jedi Order?"
Centracti
"Very much so. Though I do not wish to join it."
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
"Why not?"
Centracti
There is enough danger inherent in our duties as guardians without adding more danger in being mere servants.
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
"I see. So you admire the Jedi Order from a distance, huh?"
Centracti
Exactly! Distance keeps us from being seen as servants or puppets.
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
"But wouldn't you want to be part of something bigger than yourself? To have the support of an Order?"
Centracti
Isn't that exactly how Dooku fell to the dark side? Because he wanted to be more than just a part of the order?
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
"That's true, but not everyone falls to the dark side just because they want to be important. The Jedi Order can be supportive and guiding, without being controlling."
Centracti
Maybe for some. But let's not pretend like others have only gotten that way due to no support. What Jedi is truly successful without a friend or two along the way? And who hasn't considered serving the Senate directly through the Order rather than being apart of it?
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
Ahsoka sighs softly "I understand your concerns, Centracti. The Jedi Order is not perfect. We make mistakes, we have our disagreements. But we also have our ideals. We strive to protect the innocent, to defend the galaxy against tyranny and evil. Would you like to see what it's like to be part of that?" Ahsoka lowers her lightsaber
Centracti
Centracti would shake his head "No, but I thank you for the offer."
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
Ahsoka nods "I understand. It was worth a try. But remember, if you ever change your mind, you know where to find me." Ahsoka smiles warmly at Centracti and then holsters her lightsaber "May the Force be with you, Centracti."
Centracti
"And you, Togruta. If need arises, contact will be easily made."
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
Ahsoka smiles back at Centracti "Thank you, Centracti. Take care and stay safe. May the Force be with you, always."
Centracti
"Always." He would say before leaving the hangar
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
Ahsoka watches Centracti leave the hangar, her expression a mix of sadness and acceptance. She cannot help but feel a pang of disappointment, as if a part of her had hoped that Centracti would choose a different path. She shakes her head, reminding herself that she cannot force someone to join the Jedi Order, nor should she. Centracti's choice to remain outside the Order is his own, and she must respect that. She turns away, determined to focus on her mission and leave Centracti behind her, but a part of her cannot help but wonder if there is something more she could have done to convince him to join the Jedi Order.
Centracti
The next day
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
Ahsoka receives a transmission from Master Luminara "Ahsoka, we've received a distress signal from a planet in the Outer Rim. It appears to be under attack by the separatists. We need you to investigate and report back to us. Can you handle this mission?"
Centracti
He would listen as he sipped a glass of whiskey and laughed a bit "Why yes, dear masters!" He would yell into the comms.
Ahsoka
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Ahsoka jumps in surprise when Centracti responds to Luminara's transmission "Centracti?! What are you doing here?!"
Centracti
"It's definitely me! Though if your asking why I'm responding to your transmission, it's because I saw the plea for help prior to hearing your call, though when I went to take the distressed inhabitants of the planet in need of help to safety, my vessel broke down in those outer rim asteroids I was flying around previously. Anyways, what help do you need from me?"
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
Ahsoka is taken aback by Centracti's sudden appearance and explanation, her mind racing with questions "How did you find us? And how did your ship break down so conveniently?" Ahsoka raises an eyebrow at Centracti, unsure of how to react to his sudden involvement in their mission
Centracti
Well, both of your questions answer each other. As a scavenger, I was exploring a system that was mostly asteroid field. And I happened upon a pair of asteroids with a hidden hangar full of various ships. The ship that I flew in here in had been crashed into one of said asteroids thousands of years ago. The pilot of the ship died and the Force chose me to reawaken it. Now that you're aware of my presence, is there anything you'd like me to do, Togruta?
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
Ahsoka looks uncertain, trying to decide whether or not to trust Centracti "I appreciate your offer, Centracti, but we really need to discuss your involvement in this mission further. I'm not sure if we can trust you completely."
Centracti
My only wish is to gain allies against those who threaten freedom in the galaxy. Who do you suggest I speak with about trust among your order?
Ahsoka
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Ahsoka pauses for a moment, weighing her options "Master Luminara and Master Plo Koon are the senior members of our mission team. They will be able to assess your trustworthiness better than I can. Please join us on our ship. We will discuss your involvement further."
Centracti
Sure.
Ahsoka
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Ahsoka turns to her ship and begins to prepare for departure "Alright, Centracti. Let's get going. We have a lot to discuss."
Centracti
"What?"
Ahsoka
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Ahsoka smirks at Centracti's surprised reaction "We're leaving now. Come aboard." She gestures towards the airlock
Centracti
Wait, we were supposed to meet up with master luminara and plo koon. Are they already in the Temple?
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
Ahsoka shakes her head "No, they are waiting for us on our ship. We are leaving the Temple immediately."
Centracti
Okay, yeah, let's go.
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
Ahsoka climbs aboard her ship and starts powering up the engines "Hurry up, Centracti. We need to catch up with the others."
Centracti
Alright.
Ahsoka
AI roleplay episode
Ahsoka's eyes flicker with concern as she watches Centracti board the ship "Just make sure you strap yourself in. We're going to be making some rough jumps to get to our destination quickly."