Shadow Of Revan (Jedi Outcast Series)

Chapter XV

After the defeat of Revan, the Cult of the Herald quickly descended into chaos. The chaos allowed the alliance between the Sky Knights and the Cyclonian Empire were able to seize Terra Bogaton. Once Repton regains control of Terra Bogaton, the leaders of both the Sky Knights and the Cyclonian Empire along with Mordecai and his allies meet with Repton in the throne room. 

Repton: With the death of the Outsider and Dzoun, the Cult of the Herald has scattered to the four winds. They dare not reveal themselves. 

Mordecai: Then the threat is over. 

Repton: I offer you all my gratitude. I will personally see to it that the Cult is hunted down to the last member. You have my word that this cult of lunatics will never threaten my kingdom or anyone else's ever again. 

In that moment, Repton made it clear that he meant to pursue vengeance on the Cult for aiding Revan in overthrowing him. While Mordecai and the Sky Knights disapproved of what Repton planned, they all knew that there wasn't anything going to do about it. The lingering question of what is to become of the coalition was on everyone's minds.

Aerys: Since time immemorial, the Sky Knights and the Cyclonian Empire have been mortal enemies waging war on one another. But this war showed us that we can unite under a single cause. Perhaps this terrible war was fates way of showing us what can be. Master Cyclonis, we have been enemies for our entire lives. Perhaps it is time that we put aside the differences that has plunged Atmos into endless war. I believe it's time we put aside our differences and unite as one. It will not be an easy task, but the threat of Revan proved that it can be possible. 

As Aerys proposed peace between the Sky Knights and the Cyclonian Empire, Master Cyclonis spoke up.

Master Cyclonis: It is a noble idea, but I'm afraid it's nothing more than a dream. Our alliance was one out of self interest. Once, Atmos was under the complete control of the Cyclonian Empire. I intend to get it all back.

Aerys: So you would wage war on us?

Master Cyclonis: Not now. Fighting you all now would gain me nothing. I see no reason to seek conflict with you at this very moment. Such an engagement would be pointless. Our common enemy is defeated. There is no reason to fight each other. Consider this a temporary truce.

With that, the Atmosian Coalition had ended. Though they remained enemies, the conflict between the Sky Knights and the Cyclonian Empire would be halted as both factions would take time to recover from their losses. As the Sky Knights and Cyclonians went their separate ways, the Storm Hawks were approached by Master Cyclonis and her chief lieutenants.

Master Cyclonis: It's rather strange that this alliance is now over. The next time we meet, our circumstances will be much different.

Aerrow: It doesn't have to be that way, Cyclonis.

Master Cyclonis: We both know that this has only one outcome: war. And I intend to win this war.

Mordecai: Then we'll be ready to stop you. That you can count on. 

As Aerrow said that, Master Cyclonis couldn't help but smirk at Aerrow's response. Despite the circumstances, Master Cyclonis felt a great deal of respect for Aerrow's resolve.

Master Cyclonis: It is almost a shame that we are enemies, Aerrow. You and Piper could have been my greatest enforcers.

Aerrow: Not in this lifetime, Cyclonis. 

With that, Master Cyclonis and her chief lieutenants parted ways with the Storm Hawks. In that moment, the Atmosian Coalition was over. As the alliance disbanded, both factions returned to their homes. In Terra Gale, Mordecai spoke with Jolee. 

Mordecai: You wanted to see me, Jolee?

Jolee: Yes. I wanted to tell you that you did a good thing today, Mordecai. 

Mordecai: Thank you, Jolee.

Jolee: I mean it. You helped Revan find peace when he truly needed it. And you saved Atmos and the whole Galaxy while doing it. Not bad if I say so myself. 

Mordecai: I never sought praise, Jolee. Helping others is a Jedi's greatest honor. 

Jolee smiled at Mordecai's humility and compassion. He could truly see that he embodied what he believed to be the Jedi Way. 

Jolee: I can see why the Force brought us together, Mordecai Arkous. You've got a good head on your shoulders, kid. You've still got a ways to go, but I think you're off to greater start than most.

Mordecai smiled as Jolee praised Mordecai's actions during the Revan crisis. 

Jolee: That was all I wanted to say. We'll resume training tomorrow. 

With that, Mordecai bowed his head and exited Jolee's hut. Jolee couldn't help but smile at Mordecai. Meanwhile outside Jolee's hut, Mordecai meets with Dove. 

Dove: Mordecai. 

Mordecai: Dove. 

Dove: How did it go with Jolee?

Mordecai: Fine.

Dove: Mordecai....there is something I want to ask.

Mordecai: What is it?

Dove: Do you really believe that there could be peace between us and the Cyclonians? 

As Dove asked that question, Mordecai took a moment to ponder his answer. 

Mordecai: I don't know, Dove. If Master Vendoas taught me anything, it's that we must always trust in the Force. Perhaps we may one day find peace with the Cyclonians or perhaps it's a dream as Cyclonis said. But for now, all we can do is trust in the Force. 

With that, Mordecai and Dove pondered on all that has happened here today. But as it stands, the threat of Revan was over. For now, peace had been restored to Atmos.