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[xwing]

[ when the feed begins, luke is seated somewhere looking a little on the worse-for-wear side. dressed in the same all black he'd worn on the death star, his expression is pleasant enough, if exhausted. but he can't quite rest yet-- not until he has a few things sorted out.

he offers a smile that he hopes seems less sheepish than dignified, bobbing his head in a polite nod. ]

Hello. I'm Commander Luke Skywalker of the, ah, Alliance of Free Worlds-- but as our ranks mean very little in the grand scheme of things here, please feel free to call me Luke. I apologize, since I know we're all still settling in after the jump, but I had a request and an offer.

[ he lifts his right hand with a wince, pulling the glove back slightly to reveal the blaster damage to his prosthetic. he pulls it back down over the hole, then, fingers clicking as he curls them and lowers that hand. ]

As you can see, I have a prosthetic, and it's seen quite a bit of damage in the last few-- well, weeks, really, but it's at the point now where I can't ignore it. I was hoping someone on the ship had access to tools for delicate work that I could borrow. The sooner the better, in all honesty.

[ a brief pause, straightening slightly. ]

The offer is in regards to my place on this ship. I'm told that there are gaps in the manning in several departments, and I'm happy to offer my services. Skillset-wise, I'm most suited to security or engineering, I think, but I'm a quick study if I'm needed elsewhere.

[ he seems to consider that for a moment and, satisfied, offers a quick salute. ]

Skywalker out.

[ the feed ends. ]

Comments

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[sugarbear]

Security or engineering? Not flight crew?

[ Are you sure you're Luke Skywalker, and not some gross Dark Side clone? ]

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[xwing]

[ a pause, then a slight, helpless shrug. ]

There's already one Skywalker in flight crew, and I'd rather not crowd him. Though yes, I'd be happy to work there if I'm needed.

[enforced]

Skywalker?

[xwing]

Yes. [ an uncomfortable, uncertain moment. what is he supposed to say to a young obi-wan? ] Ah-- I'm told it's a.. timeline issue.

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[darkforce]

[well, there's a lot he should be picking up here and focusing on. but the sight of that prosthetic has all other thoughts set to the back of his mind just now. instead-]

You should have mentioned it sooner. We have equipment in the shuttlebay that you could use, and I'm sure Artoo would help.

[though he's...perhaps a little more interested in getting a closer look himself, because, machinery.]

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[enforced]

[MAYBE HE LOOKS A LITTLE ANNOYED.]

Family members, Anakin?

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[xwing]

[ he manages a faintly embarrassed smile at the comment, shrugging slightly. ]

Well-- we both had other things on our minds at the time, and-- it's such a personal thing.

[ and though most of the stump is covered by the delicate wiring and the artificial bone-structure that makes up the prosthetic, he really doesn't want to risk anakin guessing that it was removed with a lightsaber. it's far, far too early in their acquaintance for that conversation. ]

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[psychometry]

[ cue Quinlan looking at this video post and all the responses v e r y suspiciously. ]

Is somebody going to explain what's going on.

[ And that's not even a question. ]

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[enforced]

Apparently not.

[Don't worry annoyed is the flavor of the day.]

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[xwing]

[ a startled blink, straightening almost unconsciously. ]

You're the Jedi Master, aren't you?

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[puppydogeyes]

What skills suited to security?

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[xwing]

Well, I've worked security details in the past when necessary. I've been a soldier and a pilot for the past four years or so. [ he considers, lips thinning thoughtfully. ] I'm a-- a member of an order that were galactic peacekeepers and negotiators.

[ a brief shake of his head. ]

Granted, I don't usually take the lead in negotiations for Alliance matters, but I'm not certain how much you'd find that necessary here, anyway. [ a small shrug. ]

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[suddenlycaptain]

Are you related to Anakin?

[ Carolyn, your lack of pop culture knowledge is going to get you in trouble one day. ]

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[xwing]

Ah-- yes. Yes, I am. It's sort of a long story and he and I are still, ah, sorting through things, though.

[carbonite]

I leave you alone for a couple of jumps and the next thing I know you're missing a hand?

[xwing]

[ he offers a rueful smile. ]

It's been a lot longer for me than it has been for you, Han.

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[wolfdreamer]

Is prosthetic the same thing as robotic?

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[xwing]

[ sounds like a child. his voice softens, expression gentling. ]

More or less, yes. You've never seen one?

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[transwarped]

Artificial limbs, is it? Well, I know the appeal of a self-done job, to be sure. Still, seems a task could stand for a little assistance.

[Look at him, not going for the 'use a hand' pun.]

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[xwing]

I could certainly use proper tools, at the very least. I-- do my own repair work, though. It's sort of uncomfortable having other people digging into my hand.

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[coffeeking]

You're kidding me.

[Wait. Goddamn it, that's not what he wanted to say. WHY DOES THIS ALWAYS HAPPEN?]

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[xwing]

Ah-- no, not really. But which part in specific bothers you?

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[refusing]

Alliance of Free Worlds?

[She feels a bit bad, popping up to speak to him when he's clearly injured and trying to find work or something. But that phrase caught her interest.]

Don't care about ranks or anything, just was wondering -

[A pause.]

How many free worlds are there where you're from? Or aren't there, I guess, whichever way is easiest to answer.

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[xwing]

Well, it's-- sort of complicated. Even if the Emperor is dead, now, the Empire itself is still relatively intact. I don't know the exact number of worlds that have defected, but the Alliance is gaining ground, at least.

[jurisimpudent]

[holy shit holy shit HOLY SHIT

He speaks with just a little too much force:]

Security would be glad to have more manpower!

[xwing]

[ a startled sort of jerk, blinking. ]

Oh, I-- Well, like I said, I'd be happy to help. I suppose perhaps I've been speaking to someone about my qualifications.

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[cons]

[ ohohoho yes good, this is very good. she's feeling the same as Edgeworth here - ohmygodohmygodohmygod - she's just. better at hiding it.]

You've probably gotten offers to help out with the hand thing, but talking to one of the Starks is your best bet. Passenger number oh-one-oh, oh-one-oh might help you out. -Did I say that right-? Yeah. Ten-Ten.

-- Anyway.

I'm Wichita. I'm ..a friend of Han's, and Anakin's. And Artoo. [ grin ]

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[xwing]

Starks? There are a couple of them..? [ his mouth quirks. ] I'll remember, though. Passenger ten-ten.

[ he dips his head in a polite bow. ]

It's very nice to meet you, Wichita. Have you been here long--?

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[makedo]

[ just when he thinks this place couldn't get any stranger. honestly, though: brad's just going to accept it without so much as even blinking. luke skywalker, sure. ]

Commander, huh?

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[xwing]

Yes, hello. [ a polite nod. ] And you are--?

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[invis]

You're Luke Skywalker.

[It's more a statement than a question, though still an awed one.]

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[xwing]

I am, yes, hello. [ a small smile. ] You've, ah, heard of me--? [ someone else from his galaxy--? ]

latest ever but w/e w/e :|

[lostkings]

[ Luke. Sykwalker.


.... well alright, then. because life wasn't already weird enough, but at least Peter's not gonna piss all over himself about it. ]

So, how's that Alliance thing working out for you?

welcomes tenderly

[xwing]

Well, I suppose. It'd be better if I could go a solid week without some sort of crisis to handle, though. I think at this point I've earned a break.