Roy: - So you are the famous teacher Nunes Keldor, I have heard a lot about you. A pleasure to meet you in person. - This was clearly a way to annoy his teacher.

Nunes: - Are you serious? And who are you supposed to be, young Padawan? -

Roy: - I'm Roy. Roy Cameron, Padawan of Master Pablo-Jill. It's an honor. -

Nunes: - Fence. A peculiar boy. Nothing to do with his teacher. -

Pablo: - Please, teacher Keldor. Forgive my padawan. Even though he acts like a fool, he doesn't usually share himself like one. At least most of the time. -

Roy: - Eh...

?????: - And I confirm it. -

Those who were at the entrance turned around when they heard the voice, which came from the chamber behind the teacher. A voice they both knew very well.

Roy: - Master Voolvif. It's good to see you in one piece, you old bastard. -

Voolvif: - What did you call me? -

The shitavaven's face had no comparison, as well as that of his master who closed his eyes while he rubbed his head in search of patience. And to make matters worse, a boisterous laugh interrupted the Voolvif's scolding before it even began. The laugh of a wookie.

Voolvif: - That. Laugh teacher Wanban. That applies more to you than to me. -

Teacher Wamban was a Wookie. Jedi Knight and with a cheerful and optimistic attitude, so she couldn't contain herself when faced with a good joke. He carried a double saber, with a light blue blade and a green one. One who grunted in amusement at the shitavaven's disbelief.

Voolvif: - Yes yes. What you say. Well, I think it's best not to waste any more time. -

Nunes: - I agree. Master Pablo, Padawan Roy, allow me to introduce you to the rest of the team. -

The two nodded, and followed Kel Dor into the room. Where they met each one of those present.

Nunes: - I present to you Eekar oki. He like you had to put his responsibilities aside to join us.

Eakar Oki was a male Mo Calamari, with blue skin and very distinctive brown spots. He was serene and somewhat cold, attached to the code as if it marked his behavioral guidelines.

Pablo: - A pleasure. -

Eekar oki: - The pleasure is all mine, master. 

Nunes: - This is the Jedi Knight Huulik. He has been very active in the outer rim areas, and his support will be very helpful. -

The Rodian knight was quite well known during the Clone Wars, and served as a general during the period that this conflict had lasted. A great pilot, who had great admiration for the skills that the passionate Skywalker showed the day he saved his life that day in the Battle of Sedratis.

Huulik: - Of course, teacher Nunes. The pleasure of helping is all mine. -

Nunes: - Lucas Leger. He was recently made a Jedi, but we know he will be of help. -

From his appearance, one could guess that the young Jedi came from an aquatic world, since his cetacean characteristics made it very evident. He carried a green lightsaber, a symbol of someone who has further explored the endearing paths of the force.

Lucas: - I inherited everything that is within my capabilities. -

Nunes: - Master Pino Forio will also support us in this mission. -

Forio: - A pleasure, Master Pablo. -

Pablo: - I say the same thing. -

Roy: - A Neimodian Jedi? I had never seen one before. -

Forio: - I must admit that our species is not very common in the use of force. -

Roy: - Well... Maybe we can reach an agreement with Rune Haako without triggering a confrontation. Maybe you'll hear someone of your own kind. -

Forio: - A somewhat wishful thought. I don't think anyone in the banking clan will decide to give up just because someone like them asks them to. But I must admit, it is a very tempting illusion. -

?????: - To think that those corrupt people can give up so easily is quite stupid. -

Strong words for someone of an equally reckless species. Everyone looked up at the origin of such words, only to realize that it was a huge Trandoshan. A species feared and hated by many in this galaxy, as their reputation as bloodthirsty mercenaries preceded them wherever they went. Seeing one wearing Jedi robes and a blue lightsaber was extremely difficult to believe. 

Forio: - As skeptical as ever, Master Mills Tead. -

Tead: - It's not being skeptical. It's being realistic. This war will not be won with words. And they were the ones who carried out the first attack. -

?????: - What happened on Geonosis was a tragedy without a doubt, but if we behave like them... How different would we be? -

This time, the new voice was raised to call for calm, and not tempt fury. He was a curious-looking man, of advanced age, who was wearing a type of conical metal hat on his head. One whose years spoke for themselves.

Nunes: - Master Pablo. Meet Master Lone Rage and his Padawan Shade Baco. -

The Padawan was another young human, similar in age to Roy, but without any bionic modification. He still wore the Padawan robes of the temple, and seemed to be a young man of few words. Still, both he and Roy nodded as they exchanged glances. However, there was someone who looked at the pair with some skepticism.

?????: - Two Padawans on such a dangerous mission. Mass not like it. Be a lot of risk. - 

Pablo: - I understand your concern, teacher Isaiah. But I assure you that my Padawan is more than qualified for this mission. -

Lone: - I can say the same about young Bacchus. He has proven himself on several occasions, and I know he will be up to the challenge. -

Bacchus: - I will do my best. Teacher. -

Iasiah was a Gungan from the deep waters of Naboo. An extraordinary user of the force, although he suffered from unbecoming Jedi pride. He used two silver lightsabers, showing his conflict-averse attitude. But peace in this galaxy at war would not be achieved with words alone.

Isaiah just nodded at the comments. Who was he to question the determination of those young people? Much less doubt the words of your teacher. So he simply took a puff on his pipe and exhaled deeply, while teacher Nunes continued introducing the last two members of the team.

The first was a Nautolian, the same species as the grandmaster and member of the Jedi council Kit Fisto. His amphibious skin showed a black coloration, and his waxy and somewhat angry face showed that he was someone with little patience. One who responded to the name of Alferra.

And the last of all, was a young dark-skinned human Jedi, who responded to the name of Edino. However, the strangest thing was seeing the canine that accompanied him, a hound with dark blue fur and bright golden eyes, with a reddish color in the absominal area. Onex was his name, and despite his imposing appearance, it was impossible not to see him funny when he behaved like a puppy when Roy approached to play with him. 

And so the presentations concluded. Thirteen Jedi and two Padawans to stop a single member of the Separatist high command. But one that would be a serious blow to the confederacy, and that had a lot of information that could make this war end much sooner than expected.

For now, they just had to remain low profile, awaiting the arrival of their target. Each one would take over to guard the port areas. Rune Haako would reportedly arrive in the next rotations, so they had to be on their toes. However, everyone was convinced that someone so important to the Trade Confederation would not arrive as a simple citizen. And boy was he right.

On the afternoon of the second day, an imposing Próvidence-class battleship appeared in Lorrd's orbit. It was easy to imagine all the troops and resources that such an imposing ship could carry inside. Something that would only confirm to the Jedi that keeping a low profile was of vital importance.

After a few minutes, an elegant ship could be seen leaving the Providence hangars and descending to one of the ports closest to the luxurious area of ​​the city. Zealously accompanied by two CC-9979 transport ships. Two imposing mastodons filled with droids inside. It was clear. Rune Haako wanted to demonstrate Confederate opulence and supremacy to the local governor, and they were pretty sure they were succeeding. And finally, the aforementioned appeared.

Lucas: - The merchant has arrived at the port. We are ready. - He was speaking through the communicator.

Nunes: - Aware. Follow it with discretion. -

Lucas: - Very good. We move them to the fishing area. And get ready... This will be more complex than we thought. -

Back at the Jedi shelter, Master Nunes concluded the call and returned to the rest, who were waiting patiently for the news.

Iasiah: - Well? Is it time? -

Nunes: - Affirmative. Rune Haako is heading to the governor's palace as we speak. We must hurry and take positions in the bazaar before their arrival. However, we have many problems. -

Tead: - What a novelty... -

Pablo: - What kind of problems? -

Nunes: - Rune Haako is being escorted by a garrison of battle droids. Commando droids and destructories droids included. And eight magnaguardias. -

Those were enemies to be taken into account. The entire galaxy knew of the existence of the IG-100 droids and their effectiveness in combat. The Jedi more than anyone knew of this threat, as many of them had proven how deadly they could be. Some of them did not survive to tell the tale.

Nunes: - We must proceed with caution, but the plan remains the same. Stopping Rune Haako alive is our top priority. Prepare your things. We left immediately. -

And so, everyone present headed to the ambush site. A huge bazaar, full of tunnels and palaces that they could take advantage of. If they moved correctly, they could surprise their target and capture them without them even being able to react. A quick and effective strategy, as they had to finish before drawing the attention of the local guard, or Lorrd's neutrality could be affected.

What everyone did not know was that that Separatist battleship that rose above the planet's orbit was none other than the planet itself. Invisible Hand.