Tantiss Base is destroyed...Dr. Royce Hemlock is defeated...But the story is not over for former Clone Force 99. Life on Pabu is peaceful - a little too peaceful for Crosshair's liking. So when the pirate Phee Genoa asks the Bad Batch for help with a rescue mission, he accepts. Little does he know that the next several rotations will be comprised of sword duels, desert wastelands, and a crime syndicate warlord bent on revenge. Ranya Vrie is a pirate wanted for murder, and her father, crime lord Urok Meheved won't rest until he brings her to justice personally. She has reconciled herself to accept her fate. Until Crosshair shows up and offers her a second chance at life. But escaping from Tevke with their lives is going to prove harder than any of them imagined. Star Wars the Bad Batch and its characters belong to Disney and Lucasfilm. All other characters, places, etc. belong to redemption773 Notable rankings: (#1) crosshairxoc

Sequel to Sparks & Embers, the story continues for Ranya Vrie and Crosshair as they learn to navigate their dark pasts. Their friendship will be tested when an unexpected enemy comes to seek vindication...or answers. This fic is part two of the Trial by Fire trilogy which takes place in the canon universe of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. All characters and concepts belong to their rightful owners. Tentative publish date: November 2026