After killing Darth Anarchis, Darth Cyclonis began to build up her power base. As she did so, she continued to study the Mass Shadow Generator that lay within the Sith Temple on Cyclonia. This weapon deeply fascinated her as it's destructive powers surpassed that of the weapon used to end the Mandalorian Wars. It wasn't long before Darth Cyclonis became one of the most powerful Sith in the Galaxy. As this happened, Darth Aolroth continued to expand his Empire. During this, Emperor Aolroth was able to conquer Korriban and kill Empress Acina. But that victory was short lived as the Sith Lord Darth Baras had taken control. One day as she studied in the Sith Temple, she received a call from Emperor Aolroth.

Darth Cyclonis: What is thy bidding, my Emperor.

Emperor Aolroth(Holocommunicator): The time has come, Darth Cyclonis. The remnants of the old Sith Empire has gathered on Dromund Kaas. I am preparing to launch a final assault to destroy the those loyal to the old Sith Empire. 

Darth Cyclonis: What would you have me do?

Emperor Aolroth: Darth Baras has many supporters to his false regime. His most strongest supporter is Darth Chratis. He has rallied many weak minded Sith to Baras's Empire. Killing Baras will not be enough. For the True Sith Empire to rise and prosper, Darth Chratis and all his supporters must die. 

Darth Cyclonis had heard stories about Darth Chratis. He was a powerful and influential Sith with a penchant for cruelty. Darth Cyclonis had also heard of his combat prowess. In her mind, Darth Chratis would be a worthy opponent.

Darth Cyclonis: It shall be done, Emperor Aolroth. Darth Chratis and his allies will die.

Emperor Aolroth: Once we bring the Sith Empire under our control, we shall move on the Republic and their Jedi protectors. Soon, all of our enemies will be wiped out and True Peace will finally be realized. The Republic stand back and watch as we fight amongst ourselves. They will soon learn the price of their arrogance. Bring your forces to Dromund Kaas. 

Darth Cyclonis smiled as the transmission ended. As her mission was given to her, she met with Khem Val. Khem Val bows before his master. 

Khem Val: <What is thy bidding, my master?>

Darth Cyclonis: It seems that Emperor Aolroth requires our services. We make way for Dromund Kaas. 

Khem Val: <I am ready to serve, my master. I shall slay whatever enemies you desire.>

Darth Cyclonis: For now, we will continue to serve Emperor Aolroth's Empire. But I sense a subtle change in the Force. Anarchis's death has caused a shift in the Force. 

Khem Val: <The witch plotted against you. Whatever shift has been created is worth destroying a treacherous leech. Darkness calls to darkness. It calls to you. You can feel it like a heart beating within the Galaxy. How will you respond?>

Darth Cyclonis took Khem's words into account. She knew that Darth Anarchis was a threat to her power and that she needed to die. 

Darth Cyclonis: Darkness is a friend, an ally. Darkness allows us to understand others, to see what they value when they believe no one else is looking. It allows us to be honest with ourselves, to express those values that we would disavow in the light. The light blinds us. It is only in the dark that we see clearly. Where the Jedi cling to the light, we embrace the dark because it lies within the core of our very being. Darth Anarchis failed to see this and her arrogance led to her downfall. It is the internal struggles, when fought and won on their own, that yield the strongest rewards. Where Anarchis failed, I did not. 

Khem Val: <You are a true servant of the Dark Side, master. Unlike these weak Sith, you do not concern yourself with lesser things. You elevate yourself past such trivialities. Like the great Tulak Hord, you fully commit yourself to the Dark Side. And that is why you are strong and they are weak.>

Darth Cyclonis: When I was young, I sought power only for power's sake. In my youthful foolishness, I nearly fell into the same trappings as lesser Sith. In my quest for power, I realized what must be done. To gain power, you must have purpose. The Dark Side will devour those who lack the power to control it. It's a fierce storm of emotion that annihilates anything in its path. It lays waste to the weak and unworthy. But those who are strong can ride the storm winds to unfathomable heights. They can unlock their true potential; they can sever the chains that bind them; they can dominate the world around them. Only those with the power to control the Dark Side can ever truly be free. Through this revelation, my eyes have been opened. No longer am I blind to the true nature of the Dark Side. No longer am I blind to the true nature of the Force. My eyes are open. Peace is a lie. There is only passion. Through passion, I gain strength. Through strength, I gain power. Through power, I gain victory. Through victory, my chains are broken. The Force shall set me free. I am Sith. 

Khem Val: <You have truly grown, master. I am honored to serve you.>

Darth Cyclonis: You honor yourself, Khem Val. There is still much we need to do. Before we can move to destroy the Jedi, we must secure what remains of the insurgent Sith. Once our enemies have been destroyed, we will rise once more. With the Mass Shadow Generator at our disposal, we shall become the most powerful force in the Galaxy. But for now, we must wait. The time will come for our ascension. 

As Darth Cyclonis and Khem Val departed from Cyclonia with a new purpose in mind. Darth Cyclonis felt a new resolve to further her own plans and ambitions. Unlike her late master, Darth Cyclonis would not allow ambition to be her downfall. She would plan her approach carefully. As they began the journey to Dromund Kaas, Darth Cyclonis prepared herself for battle.