Confronting Fear

Knights

Listen up, listen up
There's a devil in the church
Got a bullet in the chamber
And this is gonna hurt

This Is Gonna Hurt - Sixx Am

Supreme Leader Kylo Ren motioned for the six figures in black armor who knelt before him to rise. Lord Ren had been their Master even before his ascension and their zeal to serve had only been increased once he claimed the throne. He had fought and trained with them, trusting them with his life many times over. They were all Force sensitive, but untrained and therefore limited in their abilities. Even so, they were among the most lethal beings in the galaxy and brutal enforcers of the Supreme Leader's will.

Their very existence was a point of controversy among the First Order's leadership. The Knights were not of the Order and answered to none but Kylo himself. General Hux was especially incensed by their presence, which brought Kylo extreme satisfaction. They were worth it for that reason alone, but also so much more.

Each of the group had their own unique set of skills that made them vital to each mission, and each would be invaluable in Rey's capture.

Vicrul had the strongest grasp of the Force and served as the de facto leader of the group in Kylo's absence. He was a reaper of souls, as identified by his vibro-scythe, his Force giving him the ability to amplify his enemy's fear. Kylo didn't know how well that ability would work against Rey, but would be useful against those with her. He had the highest probability to actually capture Rey.

Cardo served as the group's armorer and one-man wrecking crew. His vast array of weapons would give him an advantage in any situation Rey put them in, but he was most useful hanging back and keeping the battlefield clear, at least for this mission.

Ushar carried a war club with a concussion field generator. He was skilled in melee combat and enjoyed torturing his victims, if FN-2187 was among those captured, he'd give Ushar the honor of removing him from existence. He'd be one to meet Rey in close combat.

Trudgeon carried a huge vibro-cleaver and like Ushar, skilled in melee. He'd be one of the group to engage Rey in close quarters. Kylo knew Trudgeon liked to collect trophies and he'd make sure to reward him with something belonging to Rey. A trinket from a Jedi Knight would be the crown jewel of his collection.

Kuruk was the group's sniper. He was not allowed to shoot Rey, but anyone with her was a fair target. He could also pin her in place with exploding rounds.

Ap-lek would track Rey and try to keep her confused, but would engage her with his vibro-axe if necessary. While Kylo himself preferred straightforward techniques for killing his enemies, he held a deep appreciation for Ap-lek's shadow-like maneuvers. His victims rarely knew he was there until it was too late. Of the Knights his skills were the closest to Rey's nimble, quick-footed style.

"As I am sure you have heard, the Jedi has escaped from the First Order. I am also sure that I don't need to remind you how important it is that she is brought back here, as quickly as possible, alive."

He paused as he used the Force to imprint his will into the minds of his Knights. "She is not to be harmed any more than is absolutely necessary to gain her compliance. Any Resistance members present can be either killed or captured, it doesn't matter."

The Knights remained silent, their expressions hidden behind their masks, so similar to his own. "As we speak, a trap is being set on Bracca. We have received intelligence that an ally of the Resistance is using Bracca as a drop point for a J-Type Naboo Starship. A team has confirmed the ship is there and has tampered with the ship making it unflyable. The Resistance will no doubt send her as part of the crew. When the moment is right, you will detain her. Even in her weakened state she will not come easily. I will be nearby in a shuttle. If I'm too close she'll recognize my Force signature and flee. Once she is captured, I will personally escort her back to the Steadfast. "