10th Oration // Voice

[dun_moch]

I have a task available for any imPorts looking for work. A simple retrieval, quite legitimate.

[An image of the item in question is attached.]

Something was taken from me earlier this year. A weapon I crafted with my own hands, long ago: my lightsaber. A curved hilt, which emits a red blade of energy when activated. Powerful and elegant, if wielded by the proper hands. It is past time that it returned to my care, and I am prepared to offer a most handsome reward to anyone who assists me in this task. Should we be unable to agree on a fitting financial compensation, I am quite prepared to trade in favours or information instead.

[Dooku is kinda broke right now.]

Rest assured that I desire this item for no sinister purpose. It is my own creation and rightful possession, and I have keenly regretted its absence during recent perils.

I encourage all of you who don't have some manner of weapon or suitable powers to think carefully of how you, too, can defend yourselves. We live in dangerous times, and our enemies are many. Tell me, are you prepared to protect your own life and the lives of those around you when danger threatens? The time may come for you, if it hasn't already, when you will have to answer this question in ways beyond the hypothetical.

[OOC note: Characters tagging the Count for the first time are encouraged to check out his permissions post!]

Comments

[shotgunsolutions]

Where did you lose it?

[dun_moch]

It was taken from me after my capture in De Chima. Later it disappeared from government custody, and has not been seen since.

private;

[exceptionalthief]

Do you have any idea who has it?

private;

[dun_moch]

I suspect the so-called 'Phantom Thieves.' It went missing soon before my... malady descended upon me.

[The malady known as 'having to actually tell the truth for once.']

[Video]

[sleight_of_hand]

[ Dooku had to know this response was coming; he had to, the moment he tapped send for a public post. Because that sure is Adachi, his face scrunched up in what is supposed to be a mockery of Dooku's face, pressing a hand flamboyantly to his chest and dropping his voice, trying (and failing) to mimic the Count's baritone. ]

Rest assured that I desire this item for no sinister purpose!

[ He drops the act, canting himself like he's looking out a window. ]

Oh damn, I think I just saw a pig flying!

[ ...there's a snickering sound that may be Riza in the background. ]

[Video]

[dun_moch]

How would you like it if your firearm was taken from you, Detective?

[Asked because Dooku knows full well how little Adachi would like it, having previously arranged for exactly that theft.]

[nightmarist]

What exactly are you offering?

[dun_moch]

A favour for a favour, information for information, or a certain amount of payment. Or perhaps even a combination of the three.

voice

[restingstitchface]

It's encouraging to hear that thievery is acceptable to those on the right side of the fence. Is there a reason they're still clinging onto belongings that are hardly theirs?

[Crane understands the need to keep one's special effects. He has your back, fam.]

voice

[dun_moch]

[yes good thank you crane]

I can't imagine. Perhaps they fear that I might no longer be an easy target if I regained my weaponry.

text;

[therewillbeorder]

Rest assured I've taken thorough precautions to defend myself, and my interests, in the future.

[bring it dooku]

text;

[dun_moch]

I am sure you have, General. Have a care, though. Not all threats can be dealt with through fire or loud yelling.

voice;

[kanyounot]

This is... such a monumentally bad idea, I don't even know where to start.

voice;

[dun_moch]

I am surprised that you would say that. A Jedi is supposed to never lose their lightsaber, correct? In my position, I suspect you would do exactly the same thing.

voice;

[photophobic]

I remember it.

[ His tone is deceptively light– in the way it often is when he feels secure in his power. ]

Who took it from you? I'd like to meet them.

voice;

[dun_moch]

As well you should.

[Good times, good times.]

It was first taken by Yusuke Kitigawa and Tohru Adachi when they turned on me. They appear to object to those who follow a darker path to power.

[Hint, hint, probably not friend material for you, Kylo.]

Text | UN: Oracle | BECAUSE SHE CAN'T LEAVE WELL ENOUGH ALONE

[codeoracle]

It won't be that easy.

Text

[dun_moch]

Perhaps you underestimate the resourcefulness of other imPorts, my anonymous friend. Why not save yourself and your allies a great deal of trouble and simply return it to me?

[crimeboy]

Aren't you that guy who was sent to jail for treason and stuff after crying on the network?

[dun_moch]

I was not myself at the time. Circumstances are different now, and I will no longer tolerate being disarmed.

[Private]

[cadbane]

It'll cost you, Dooku. No more jobs for discounts and promises.

[Private]

[dun_moch]

I will admit that your regular rates may be... challenging to meet, Cad Bane. But perhaps we can still come to an arrangement that will benefit the both of us.

[Video]

[petergraham]

...... What danger and enemies?

[Poor Peter is new and obviously confused and anxious. There is still a large bandage over his nose.]

[Video]

[dun_moch]

There are powerful forces on this planet that would happily harm imPorts like you and I simply for existing. They are merciless, and we must rely on our own might to combat them.

[Dooku speaks in a deep and sombre tone, and with full earnestness. He is telling the truth, after all.]

[Video]

[generalgrievous]

This would be a worthy addition to my collection.

It should not be returned to you.

[Somebody's still very bitter.]

[Video]

[dun_moch]

I was not aware that you were still in the habit of claiming trophies, General.

voice

[aberrant_type]

It sounds like a remarkable thing.

voice

[dun_moch]

It truly is. A weapon of grace and craft, far more remarkable than simple blasters. If only I had it, I would be happy to show it to you.

voice

[choosetruth]

Because nothing's better for keeping the peace than an arms race, right?

Voice

[dun_moch]

There is little peace to be kept in this place, madame. You would be wise to prepare yourself accordingly.

[Video]

[prophesiedone]

I would be happy to retrieve it and keep it. [Look it's your bff!]

[Video]

[dun_moch]

No thank you, Skywalker. I vividly remember what you did the last time you held that weapon.

[The Count really did lose his head over that loss.]

[faithfulson]

...how can you not sense your own lightsaber?

[ Granted, he didn't understand the full scope of how a Sith lightsaber was different from normal lightsabers, but it was still a weapon that one used and formed a tight bond with. He was starting to have some serious doubts on just how powerful this Dooku was if he couldn't even use the Force to tell where the weapon he had dedicated his time and energy to making was. ]

[ Seriously, Dooku, what kind of Force user are you? ]

[dun_moch]

[A little defensively:]

My powers are oriented toward sensing minds, not objects.

audio; private

[devoutish]

Count, hello. I've been meaning to speak with you, mate; how are you?

audio; private

[dun_moch]

Mister Solomons, how good to hear from you again. I am quite well, in fact. My journey to Mars was most productive. I hope you have been well also.

Video

[drivesadesk]

[Jonathan's sitting there, looking almost human except for his natural yellow, Reptilian eyes.]

I'm wondering why you think anyone would want to help you with this.

Video

[dun_moch]

[Smiling softly:]

Because I offered them something in return, of course. That is how these things work. Were you not aware?

text;

[pillz]

why dont u just make a new one
u from the future, right
it aint likea person

[because he can't possibly talk to someone else going through a hard time without also at least a little bit making it about himself.]

text;

[dun_moch]

If I could do such a thing I already would have. But the process requires a particular crystal not to be found on this world.

[Said crystals may or may not be kind of like people themselves???]