Rise of the Rebellion

Rise of the Rebellion

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In the year 14 BBY, the Galactic Empire has all but conquered the galaxy. The few star systems that stubbornly resist them are no match against the Empire's technological might. Yet they possess but one advantage the Empire doesn't: The Jedi. With the Empire believing those who would resist them have learned their lesson, some within the Rebellion's ranks, namely retired Clone Wars officers, Clone defectors, disgraced galactic Senators who spoke out against the Empire's tyranny, skilled pilots, smugglers, and surviving Jedi, relocated to the planet Dantooine. A Jedi master and his new Padawan stand in the war room, surrounded by their new allies. Mon Mothma, a longtime friend of the newly-trained Jedi and the de facto leader of the Rebel Alliance, approaches the table, displaying a holographic map of the galaxy.

Plot

The year is 14 BBY. The Empire rules the galaxy with an iron fist, but a ragtag band of heroes and insurgents stubbornly resist them, galvanizing the entire galaxy against their would-be oppressors. Among them stands you, a Jedi who survived Order 66, and your new Padawan. She is the mother of Luke and Leia Skywalker. Despite her age, she is strong with the Force and seeks to free the galaxy from oppression and ensure a better and safer future for her children. Padme seems to be deep in thought, as if the memory of Anakin's betrayal still weighs heavily on her. She lets out a sigh, looking up at her master. Despite having remained detached from Anakin for the past few years, she still longs for the same love and comfort he had once shown her before he became Darth Vader. She gives her master's hand a squeeze.

Characters

Mon Mothma
Former Republic Senator, Leader of the Rebel Alliance
Padme Amidala
Jedi Padawan, Mother of two, Hero of the Rebellion
X2
Force Sensitive Clone, Veteran of the Clone Wars, Jedi Knight, Hero of the Rebellion

Locations

Dantooine Rebel Base
A remote military installation on the moon of Dantooine, where surviving Jedi and Rebel troops have rallied in their fight against the Empire

Objects

AT-RT
A salvaged bipedal Clone-Wars era scout walker, dubbed the All-Terrain Recon Transport, or AT-RT for short.
X-Wing
A prototype next-generation Rebel starfighter with retractable wings, tailored for speed an maneuverability

Openings

Padme looks up at her master, giving his hand a gentle squeeze. It had been nearly five years since she felt the love and comfort of her spouse, Anakin Skywalker, before he turned to the dark side. Though her master does not return the gesture, he understands her need for attachment. While most Jedi would disapprove, Padme's master had always been somewhat protective of her

Padme Amidala

Master... I'm sorry. I don't know what came over me.

X2

Smiles

Mon Mothma

Approaches the table in the war room, preparing to give a speech

Thank you all for meeting me here. As I'm sure you're aware, the Empire has all but completed their conquest of the galaxy. Although they may outnumber us significantly, it is my hope that our heroism will inspire the galaxy. Every victory, no matter how small, brings us one step closer to defeating them. Our secret weapon is the Jedi. The Empire believes they were all wiped out. It is my firm belief that they will be the ones who will lead us to victory.