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[functusofficio]

[ When the video clicks on she's smiling, reserved but something proud despite itself in her expression. The background is one of the basic assigned rooms (this one in Maurtia Falls, but she hasn't decorated anything or shown anything but walls to tell by. ]

From what I've been come to understand so far, there are quite a few people here from my home galaxy, and many of us from different timelines.

So. [ She doesn't clear her throat, because that would be uncouth. ]

I am Padme Amidala, mother of Luke and Leia Skywalker, Queen of Naboo during the Occupation, and Senator of the Galactic Republic before the end of the Clone War.

[ And now there is a little bit of a smile, able to bring some lightheartedness to it. ]

And currently a hair model, apparently. I know there are many people from my galaxy here, but this is a new world and a new place to learn, and I am curious.

This system of representatives for those among us brought into this world without our consultation seems to be a good one, but I would like to know more about it from those who are familiar with the systems. I am pleased we are not pawns here entirely.

[ Entirely. ] Or if you are not familiar with how this system works but would like to know, we can work out the details together, or simply talk about how this system functions.

The more you know about your system of governance, the more chance you have to affect it.

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[freedomflighter]

Hello, your- ah, your majesty. Welcome to the galaxy.

[He will get to fully processing the rest of what she said after that first bit. Luke's mother. Was she a powerful Jedi, too?]

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[functusofficio]

[ She laughs, just a little, shakes her head. ]

I have not been a Queen for some years now, but thank you for the welcome. There is no need for ceremony.

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[reexamined]

Oh. You're here. Sure. This won't go poorly.

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[functusofficio]

[ She actually is acutely aware of just how poorly this could go, so. ]

We can only hope that it goes better.

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[flightforfreedom]

[At least he knew in advance that she was here, so he isn't shocked. Instead, when the video comes on, he offers a smile.]

Welcome to the Rock, Your Highness. Poe Dameron, Black Leader, Black Squadron, Resistance to the First Order, previously of the New Republic Fleet. Good to meet you.

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[functusofficio]

Senator is the closest to a title I am owed at this point, but thank you. I do not recognize your call signs -- I assume you are from further along the timeline than I am?

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[dirtyredneck]

'Not pawns entirely' still means we're pawns. What we ask for is only given if it's easily granted and costs them little. We're allowed nothing worth having for research. We're injected with things without our consent to monitor and control us.

What they give us is smoke and mirrors to keep us pacified. Senator.

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[functusofficio]

I would know more of this. Do you have records, name keeping, information?

I know that I am a newcomer and therefore suspect, so I do not expect you to give me information without reason. But I hope over time to prove trustworthy enough that you can help me understand what is happening here.

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[cigarbribery]

From what I've figured out, electing the Ambassador works a lot like electing a state senator, with added superpowers. [He gives the camera a wave.] Hi, Miss—Queen? Senator?—Amidala. I'm Foggy Nelson, I have absolutely no impressive titles to speak of.

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[functusofficio]

Are there always added superpowers?

[ She's just. Saying. She was not expecting the one she's run into so far. ]

Amidala is what I prefer. Thank you. State senator is unfamiliar to me - we have senators for planets, where I am from.

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[bespin]

[ Royalty. Luke's mother or not, time to turn on the charm! ]

That's quite the resume, your Highness. A Queen and a Senator. I see where Leia gets it from.

Allow me to introduce myself. Lando Calrissian, former Baron Administrator of Cloud City, on Bespin.

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[functusofficio]

I can only assume that you know her from in my future.

[ a gentle smile ]

Your Highness is unnecessary. I haven't been a Queen for many years now. Bespin is always quite the destination, though.

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[prophesiedone]

[He notices one part that she - purposefully? - leaves out and it hurts all things considered.]

Well, Mother, Queen, Senator...

Did you forget Wife?

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[functusofficio]

[ A pause, and then - ]

What happens after I am gone is complicated for our children. I don't want --

[ Earnest, but gentle. ] I am trying to make the transition gentle.

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[therewillbeorder]

You certainly have quite the reputation in our galaxy, senator.

[This was going to be interesting. He had heard a few stories of her both from his father and his history lessons. Still, he's intrigued and see, he can be polite. For now.]

I have no doubt that you will find your stay here...interesting.

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[functusofficio]

Is that so.

[ She hasn't had time to do a great deal of research, but she has seen her daughter throwing coffee in his face, and with reason. ]

I think we will both find my stay here interesting.

[ She doesn't seem angry. Just cold. ]

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[bestpirate]

[Hear that rude as hell wolf whistle? That's this mangy looking cur here giving you the eye via video, Padme. He's quite interested in these "star people", especially after chatting with a few of them. However, none of them quite caught his eye like the beauty upon the screen.

She's stunning! Absolutely stunning.]

A Queen & a Mother? My, you certainly keep busy. [His grin turns somewhat devious, wolfish.] I can't help but notice there's no "King" in your life, m'lady.

May I suggest myself for the role, luv? I'm good with kids.

[Video] /threadjack because. BECAUSE.

[prophesiedone]

[Nope, not going to happen. Anakin is giving his steeliest glare, arms crossed.]

Say hello to her..."King". The role has been filled.

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[onlydoubts]

Hello... [ How to address her? ] Your Majesty. I mean, Senator.

[ Nice save. ]

Welcome to Earth.

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[functusofficio]

Senator will be fine. Or simply Amidala, if you would prefer. I am not truly a Senator here, after all.

[ Her smile is wide and charming, even if she doesn't know this man. He's polite and earnest and that is enough to secure her temporary good will. ]

Thank you, I appreciate the welcome. May I know your name?

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[cadbane]

The pretty senator... We meet again.

It looks like you probably aren't far off from my own time, although I don't know about the war ending any time soon.

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[functusofficio]

[ Well, that's a face that's certain to get a frosty response from her even from their relatively brief interaction. ]

Cad Bane. I cannot say that it is a pleasure to see you again.

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[generalgrievous]

I do hope you are not wishing to turn this place into another Republic, Senator.

[functusofficio]

[ Of course he's here as well. ]

They already seem to have a method of government that functions for them well enough so far. The Republic is not suited to a place as small as this.

But I would hardly consider you qualified to put in a word on matters of political import.

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[namesaquestion]

Hmph. I'm Registered and they couldn't make me a pawn, or have me fight for the if they tried.

[Of that he's going to make sure.]

What do you mean representatives?

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[functusofficio]

As I said, it is good that we are not pawns.

[ Gentle, though, intrigued. ]

You are unaware that there are those of us elected by the population to represent us politically?

[dendarii]

[ The words "Queen" and "Galactic" make Miles perk up immediately. He gives Padmé a quick bow over his comm, his gray eyes bright. ]

I'd be happy to assist, if you'd like. I am Lord Miles Vorkosigan, the Ambassador for Nonah.

[functusofficio]

[ She gives a regal nod of her head in response, immediately curious. ]

You are one of the people I would be most interested in speaking with on this matter, then. I am still new, and while I have been reading on matters it is not always clear. What precisely are your responsibilities?

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[glassfall]

Hello, your majesty. I'm called Cinders. I run a bar called Revīvēscere in Miami.

[She smiles.]

I'm not sure what a hair model is, but yours is lovely. I'm sure you'll do fine. I've met Luke, but I'm not familiar with Leia, I'm afraid.

[functusofficio]

I will admit I'm not entirely certain what it entails myself, aside from being willing to be made up in whatever way they desire.

Not all that unfamiliar to me.

[ More importantly. ] It's a pleasure to meet any of my son's friends.

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[ghoulking]

I'm not a political person, [ he says that a lot and yet he is involved in a lot too ] but i've been here for a while. If you have any questions about the system, I can try answering.

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[functusofficio]

I do not find that it is always necessary to be a political person to want an understanding of the system that helps govern your life. Being an involved citizen is sufficient, if you are interested enough to gain information.

[ Leaning forward slightly. ] I have been doing some research as I come to it, but so far it seems that while the Ambassadors have titles and some small ability on a very communal level they have very little real authority in terms of affecting the politics of the country or even the cities that their charges reside in. Is this correct?