Palin Jax

I had to change my vote half way through. At first, Queen Amidala's been a seriously neglected minifig. So much so that there isn't one >:-( . And who could say no to a sleek, heavily chromed or metallic styled naboo transport 8-| *sweet* :'-) . Well, I did. I want more of those new speeders bikes, more rebels,an even better AT-ST with an actual 2 seat configuration, a large baseplate with a cool little bunker with and ultimately, more stormies *wub* , and of course the cute retinue of furry plastic care bears >:-) ... Endor, next to the Emperors arrival, is one of the coolest sequences in the OT. Well, maybe not better than one between a father and a way-word son ;-) , but that wouldn't be a cool Lego Diorama or anything, unless it had voice brick to repeat a few lines. James Earl Jones on!!! *edit* I also meant Scout Troopers. I am not sure how I at first forgot them. I must be "getting to old for this sort of thing."

Jax to Lennox: Schutta! Send a Flash/Bang Priority Over-ride signal to all available units in all sectors. Notify Imperial Command that Admiral TK is "down". Contact Lt. Jax to break Null-Radar contact and establish a cordon around the Admiral's last known position. Ryloth isn't far, so send out to Wakiza. Tell them to deploy the "Event Horizon" Lennox: Sir, you know that will mean a formal board of inquiry. The Empire doesn't take lightly misdirecting funds for pet projects. Jax: I know, Xavier, I know. But we have no choice. Anyway, whats one Reflec modified ISD amoungst a thousand? ***Flash/Bang*** Priority Message All Imperial asset, emergency locate and rescue mission. Assemble at Yavin 4. Priority 1!!! IMP Holonet: Lord *vader* ; Admiral TK has gone down on the fourth moon of the Yavin System. My men are engaged in cordoning off and search and rescue ops. Respectful Request your assistance.

IMP COM: Thank you, Sergeant Voltio; that will not be necessary. I am patching through new orders to your commanding officer. I want you to help test an new TIE platform. This is a stealth model, and highly classified at the moment. You and Sgt VBBN were on my short list anyway. I prefer to hunt in the shadows, so as such I hope you will embrace the Shadow Fist key doctrine of "Oblivious Chaos". IMP COM: General Casewindu: I request permission to retro-fit your personnel with advanced TIE/ru for Op/Intel recon. Please send them too these coordinates to embark with ISD Tyrant. Jax: Com 501st.

*yoda* , are you thinking then that the AT-TE has the capacity to be lifted by a LAAT because it has the handle. This would be truly, truly assume to the enth degree... LAAT/ AT-TE on!!! :'-) Clone Wars Lego line rules!!!

IMP COM: General Windu, This is Commander Jax of the 501st. My team has discovered the location of the Rebels, at least to the system. I am tracking them, but I am advising a wait and see approach at this time. I believe if we lull them for a time, they might make a tactical error that would exploit. As in previous attempts, we have been unable to engage them successfully. I am sending you a full wing of TIE/ru for your deployment. These are highly classified at the moment, but let me assure you, they will add you and your men in later pursuits. IMP Secured Holonet: Mi Lord *vader* ; good new. We have completed the TIE/ru project. I am downloading Technical schematics to your secured comscan at this time: T.I.E. RUMOR (Radar Undetectable Multi-mission Over-coated Reflec); Designation TIE/ru Standard TIE/in upgraded to reflec overcoating and Heavily upgraded intelligence gathering and surveillance equipment. ION stream has been shielded for null detection. ION engines modified for 50% more lateral trust. Wings have been retro-fitted to land in op-Intel gathering missions. A landing hatch Ladder has been added for Recon Pilots egress. (I am working on the Lego version, more to come...)

Thats a good idea, but in the past, and with names like *cough* Millennium Falcon, and also the very heavy spotting of Anakin piloting another ship other than his Mod Delta-7 in the trailer, I still hold to the Twilight as being the ship he and his Clone trooper are flying around in. It would also be the best way to get Padme into MIni-fig, as well as C3PO and R2. It is also another way to... Major hint here LEGO :'-) , get a 501st Minifig. I now that that time-line might be a bit hazy, but how cares... Its the 501st... *sweet* Also, Twilight has a good name tie-in to the end of the Republic, and if we know anything about George, he is wonderfully cryptic about is analogies. Sorry about the whole Turbo-Tank thing, *yoda* hit it on the head. X-D I meant TX-130 tank. Let it be know that I have assigned myself 39 lashes for the offense of using a non-technical term as wells as a term used for the Heavy Assault Vehicle/wheeled A6 Juggernaut... :-$

This is just a wild theory, but could they be holding it back to go with the DS. I think that they might have wanted it to come out sooner, but with the movie coming out now, they probably now would like to keep it in-series with other OT items. As to the Turbo Tank, sweet. Not so thrilled about the DS, but I can understand. The clonies need someone to whoop tin can on :-D . As to the clonie pilot, I hope that if Lego does a BP/Phase 1, and includes one due to the lack of them in the RGS. Also, and for obvious and selfish reasons ;-) , I would like 501st (Blue) clonie in there too. Speculation on the Twilight, I think it has to be Anakins B-wing looking freighter in the previews for the clone wars. I think someone else mentioned it way back, but now I am more convinced.

Hello all... My user name is Palin Jax; I am not totally new to Eurobricks, but I thought it was time to introduce myself to all of you outside the... Dark Side of the Brick ;-) . My real name is Bryan. I am 30, with a wonderful wife, and 2 very lovely little padawans... ages 5(Hanna) and 4(Petra). I have been a long time collector of Star Wars Lego's, since 1999, but my love of the brick goes back to 1980 when I received my first Duplo Set. I would post my collects, list wise, but it could take a very long time. Once it warms up again here...(We are an hour away from Fargo, ND, where it hit -30F today, hence the Hoth monocur) I will post some photos of my sets. It's in the basement, so it is not heated very well. If anyone would like to know more about my um... character :-$ , please check out his on going story in the TIE Army thread, or even better, join the TIE Army :'-) . Shameful plug intended :-D

Lieutenant Jax and his pod slunk through the dirt avenues of the wasted settlement. Little more than a ghost town, rimmed with decaying prefab settlers slowly being enveloped in foliage, Bando was on the verge of being all but forgotten. Skeletons lined the rows of burned out transports where people had falling over and died in their final attempt to escape the ravages of the plague. Forms holding tiny, brittle bones of infants, pairs of skeleton became intertwined, the victims at least together in eternity. Safe in their darkened reflec helmets, still the terror of this grim visage could be clear seen to take its effects on the Shadow Fist. Moved with a rare case of empathy and pity, Jax covered the remains of what appeared to be a young women clutching the contents of her belly, with its yet-formed skull almost looking up into the eye sockets of it's long dead mother. "What could have caused all this", Jax thought within his mind, "and why would anyone want to repeat this tragic loss. No being deserves this fate. All the more reason to keep this weapon from Black Sun... and probably their likely research funder, the Rebel Alliance." Just then, a sudden movement caught Jax's eye. No more than a flash, but quickly it disappeared into a building... "Stop!" Jax ordered. His men, now aware of the situation, brought their blasters to the ready. "After them CC-2210... we'll follow around. AO-7012, track right around the perimeter. And ...." (If anyone would like to jump in... now is a good chance... I will post tomorrow with the rest)

IMP Secure Holonet: Lord *vader* : Status report as follows. Admiral TK has engaged and destroyed the "Broken Arrow's" craft. Comscan is in the initial stages of investigating, but we believe he Rebels to have left the area some time before the engagement. Stand by for confirmation. Either way, we have lost track of the insurgents, but this will not inhibit our continued pursuit. My second still maintains a "scent."

"Don't know what you's talkin' 'bout brother... I never 'ad the pleasure o work for da Dark Lord... We' wus always in da shadows... lurkin in da background... No more dan thieves, little less horrid dan kath hounds... but we wus good..." (Second man to Lord Slyp) "Leave him alone, can't you see the Admir... I mean the man is clearly drunk out of his mind... (Lord Slyp, this is not fully the same character as in the TIE Army thread, because he needs to be more fluid to be in this story.) (The rules are, and they are few: That this is a story line like episodes/scenes in a movie; Although there needs to be some RPG-like interactions, it is not, nor do I wish to take it too, the level of the very awesome and magnanimous TIE army thread :-$ . It is an open story thread, as long as we add respectfully to it. I would however like this to at least work around Jax's story line most of the time, but if for character background, you must go elsewhere, then do so. Feel free, even encouraged to do the same! Please spell check. This is so that when a person is drunk, you can tell they are drunk. Oh, and one more thing; this Palin must be fluid, so please don't refer to his exploits, or any other characters for that mater, in the TIE army thread... it will get confusing :'-( )

(GD+31 day, Over the skies of New Pyltomo) "Our first assignment; we have been tasked to liquidate intellectual assets for procurement to Imperial SECINT (Secret Intelligence) agency. In other words, we are here to abduct a Biological Warfare scientist who has developed a high yield, highly contagious strain of Candorian Plague, thought extinct since the Republics Dark Ages. Our source here suggest that a crime syndicate organization known only as "Black Sun", has been working on the virus for some time, and Grand Moff Tanniel has expressed an interest in the project. That is of course to safely remove this possible threat to the Imperial Sovereignty. Black Sun has been in negotiation with the Imperial SECINT for some time now, but has recently expressed, regrettably, that they no longer have faith in the Empire's ability to properly reimburse for their many years of research, and not to mention, embarrassing failures to develop a "delivery system" for the retro virus." "Be that as it may, no one takes anything off the table from the Empire when it comes to our citizens safety. When negotiations broke down, the chief scientist, a Bandorian by the name of Cando Ordron went underground. It is our task to recover as much of his research as possible, and to recover the said Scientist in one piece. We are the elite of the elite, the best of the brightest our universe has to offer. We will take nothing for granted. We will make no mistakes. The Empire will reign in it's mighty fists around these filthy criminals, and bring justice to these villainous scum..." "I will lead the forward assault, but I ask for volunteers brave enough to risk all for the good of all. This may be a suicide mission, Gentleman. I ask you, are there three of you who will walk the razor edge to achieve this goal?"

No Doubt, no doubt... Empire on!!! 08' rules with the fly Dropship :-/ droppen Stormies :'-) on d'em Rebel Scum :-X ... Although, Phase 1 cronies... I mean clonies, might yet clean house. Theres still time Lego :-$ ... The Clone Wars rule!!! (This is Madness! Madness?... Dis is Sparta !!! *sing* )

(Jax) To Lennox: Xavier, take us to the DS... (Jax) To SIC 501st (Second in Command): Connor Jax, Take 2 full wings TIE/in Reflec... Track behind Admiral TK... Keep out of his way, but keep him safe. And I mean safe!!! SIC 501st: Yes Sir...(Salutes) (Jax, speaking out loud): The game of Dejarik is an interesting strategy mind-bender when played properly to pass the time... It test you... Trains you... Hones your skills... But when the pieces start to move of their own accord, well... Training becomes tragedy becomes chaos... (to Comscan) Notify Lord Vader at once... Tell him his Mantellian Savrip is in danger...

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All hail Grand Moff Penguin... Permission to open fire on the Rebels :-D !!! Great MOC

Oh my frigging goodness *sweet* *sweet* *sweet* !!! I love you Lego *wub* *wub* *wub* ... I have been waiting for weeks now for the new pictures to come out so I could get a better look at the speeder bike. I also bought a few of those old 3 wheeler bikes 2 weeks ago off Bricklink *sweet* , but I couldn't figure out how the new speederbike connected the handle bar shaft to the front forks... I love the new RGS... A total 10, no disappointments, and far exceeding my expectations. This will be my favorite set of all time, and I am a die-hard OT guy... (Poor walking AT-AT :-$ )... Now, off to build a my stealth speederbike... whoopee!!!

IMP Secure Holonet: Lord *vader* ; We believe we have the homing beacon signal from the traitors TIE/in... It appears to be on a trajectory that would place it somewhere in the Yavin System. I am not aware of any civilized colonies in the area, except from an old Republic Archaeological dig in that sector some time ago. What I mean to say is that we have no idea why the traitor would be headed there. My recommendation would be to alert any Admirals or Generals in that sector to be on High Alert. Also, I am dispatching a fighter squadron of reflec TIE/in's to "observe" our prey at a very safe distance. We suspect now that the traitor might have assisted Kyle Katarn in sabotaging the "Asset." I will use... disgretion... IMP COMmand NETwork (secured to only command officers): All Admirals and Generals; We appear to have a renegade on the loose. He is a "Broken Arrow". Do not engage... repeat... do not engage... Suspect is considered a deserter, if engaged and captured, grant "No Quarter"

IMP Holonet: Lord *vader* , my initial analysis of the situation is complete. The advanced scout team confirms Admiral TK's assessment as well. I have concluded that this may be a splitter cell within the Rebel Alliance, a faction whom could prove more divisive than previously assessed. Whats more, they have learned about the existence of the "asset". I'd advise you to increase security on the "asset". I am making available one legion of the 501st for permanent deployment. Since I will be unavailable to directly command that legion, I ask that you to promote a competent commander for their over-site. I have learned the identity of the assalant... One Kyle Katarn, but before my men could capture him, he apparently attempted a suicidal escape from the "installation", and succeeded. I have a heavily modified TIE/in in pursuit, but unfortunately, with the a lack of hyperdrive, it will be impossible to maintain the pursuit.

(In a bad Emperor Papaltine homage) You will pay the price for your.... oh, just read the last part *sweet* . As to translucent green? You mean that fat slug from the Palace? There are about a billion ways to get a Luke body, and buy the fleshy head and hands of Brick link, but I must admit I am not as much of a figure lover over a vehicle lover... not discounting my small yet growing army of Stormies mind. As to the scale, come on... I can not think of a really a good mini-fig example in the large vehicles line, ever! But my trump card, how many mini-figs are breaking in fear of a brown barge with a barbecue? But bring in the blue-Grey wedge of whoop a*$, and they'll be runnin. X-D

IMP Holonet: Mi Lord *vader* ; I ah... already have placed a small detachment at thee "asset"... I became suspicious when I viewed the output kilo-ton blast duration with the Emperor in His secured office. This mission will prove challenging for my men, due to their distinct... appearances, so I have been forced to recruit outside the 501st for personnel. But I believe Madine will do his job well. I am route myself, Mi lord. Captain Lennox has graciously agreed to host the 501st for this mission, but I will need updated clearance codes from Admiral TK before Tyrants arrival.

What the Deuce? Come on guys...(Or Gals :-$ ) How can you even compare Jabba the Butt's garbage barge to the regal coolness of one Governor Tarkin commandeered ISD... (what was he doing there anyway?) or do you guys really need that billionth Jedi Luke to complete your army of whining cry babies.... argh *wacko* :-D But seriously... Even though it was a welcome new editions to the line, and sweet no doubt... Jabba's barge lacked penash... The ISD... now that was cool... and not just cause the Empire Rules!!!

(Journal Entry, Cadet Jax:zero day+61) Graduation, if you can call it that. I was given top honors, but it is of little comfort. I was Made for this stuff. I was more impressed by the other natural cadets. Daniels came in behind me, though distantly, but none of my other pod brothers were close to Him. My brother Connor made a dismal third. I have been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant, and have command of our first pod... I have nick-named our band the Shadow Fist. It will be a joy to serve with Connor though. We are close as tank brothers go. We are to be assigned to Sector 8. Mon Calamari. I hate the smell of fish, and the smell of slaves even worse. I hope that pep-talk Crix gave us will be enough. We depart on the morrow, so I am off to sleep. (If any one would like to add to this story line, it opens here. I just ask that you ADD to it. I am trying to write this more like episodes in a TV series...HINT, HINT ;-) ... so that is the direction I would like this to go. And no, I am not a writer, or in any way involved with Lucas Films... Just a fan who needs Star Wars TV, and soon :-$ . So, this is your chance to make the show go your way.)

IMP Secure Holonet: Lord *vader* ; I have delivered the package as asked. I regret to inform you of His Imperial Sovereignty's disappointment with the testing, but he was most pleased with the progress made. Though not directly said to my person, I believe he expressed His great patients by not force chocking me. I will roundup my squad once I have shored up a bit of fiscal loose ends here at Imperial City. We will then proceed back to your personal Executor Class Star Destroyer.

Yes, mi Lord... My men and I have just completed a retrofit Reflic upgrade to a TIE/sh, and this will be the perfect opportunity to test it's functions as well. *bows smartly and deeply as he takes the disc from the gloved hand of Lord *vader* . Turns,with four men of the 501st Shadow Squadron and departs the meditation room...* To His men: Make our shuttle ready. I will see to this personally. Also, I want a wing of reflec TIE/In ready for immediate launch to Coruscant at a moments notice. We will not fail! We are Vader's Fist!