A trip and a formality.

[Librarian Echo]

Two Kingdoms meeting for the usual diplomatic relations that kingdoms meet for. One is a central monarch and the other a ruling family of priestess’ with their linage unchallenged throughout the millennia as their society developed. They developed along similar paths. Each society coming into their power at the height of an industrial revolution. These societies also developed space flight at different times. This intro isn’t about their history. It’s about their continued relationship of friendship and how they mutually respect and cherish that friendship.

[Max]

The trip had been uneventful as escorting the high priestess should always be. He looked at the other blades who would be maintaining watch on the ship. He understood the need for these visits even if it meant having to forgo his normal attire and wear the formal attire as was required by his escorting of the High Priestess. He didn’t care that they had cultivated a new friend in this Solaris kingdom and that to cement this friendship that a visit wasn’t amiss. All he knew was that it exposed Zowie and if it hadn’t been for the promoting of Galax and Quantum he would even be here. He glanced at the both of them now as they were in formal attire as well. They seemed comfortable dressed as they were and that didn’t seem right. Quantum was hardy and strong warrior and she had a very straight forward sense of justice and honor. He adjusted his jacket again and Quantum reached over and removed the blade from his waistband giving a laugh. He looked at Zowie again and his face softened a bit as he stood to go to the bridge. He was tired of being on this ship. It was a craft that was originally designed for battle retrofitted for transport duty. The weapons were still on it but all the quarters had been changed for diplomatic functions. The quarters were comfortable and even posh as he heard one of the diplomats who visited say about it. The ship itself still had its iconic aggressive look on the outside but the interior was outfitted for hauling people and not war. Blades were meant for two things, fighting and dying. They either protected the people or died in service of the people. Blades didn’t live to a ripe old age. Their trainers on the other hand did as they passed on the teachings of the Blades to the new generation. As Blades you only pursued other Blades to have as mates because they understood your lifestyle and were comfortable with it. Zowie though seemed accepting of the Blades and their lifestyle. Her whole family was accepting. Blades were her people’s army, police, and protectors. He had started off toward the bridge when he stopped to stare at the blanket of black. He liked space. It was simply and it’s simplicity would kill you. He stood there as they dropped out of slipspace and stared at the system. His approximation of the system wasn’t valid as he and other blades believed this system as all others than Uchuu looked weak. His system forged him and his people to be strong and the ones they protected to be strong as well. He didn’t appreciate other cultures or their ways. He found his toleration of others to be less than optimal. He usually stood there and gave what people called the stink eye to everyone.

[Zowie Cosmetatos]

Zowie took in a sharp breath as the streaming stars suddenly became pin points of light. She shivered as space travel was not her favorite way of travel, mainly long distances. Her parents would often push her out of her comfort zone by having her be the voice of their home on diplomatic trips. This was one such trip in a long line.

She closed her eyes as she got up from her chair. The comforts of her cabin seemed stifling as she was used to the large halls of the temple. A little walk would do her legs good. She stretched with a sigh as she smoothed out her formal robes. She had a feeling the trip would be something of a success as her dreams had been minimal.

The corridors wrapped around as windows peaked out into the vast expanse. She suddenly found herself at the bridge. She took in a deep breath as she entered. Eyes glanced her way and then back at various screens. A soft smile crossed her face as she stood next to her faithful protector. He had stood by her side even when she didn't want him. She could not imagine life without him. It was a little more surprising when they developed deep feelings. They kept that part quiet while in the eyes of others.

"Bla'duanna Do'ru'va, it pleases me to see you here. Has your trip been to your liking?"

[Galax]

Galax loosened the stiff collar as he shifted from foot to foot. He enjoyed visiting new places as it allowed him to look at their culture. He was rather different from some of the others in the system. He would often adopt some of the different philosophies. He would slowly integrate it with small changes in the way people thought.

He glanced over to the woman who he had fallen in love with. She treated him like an equal, instead of a disease. He differ from the other Black Hole Mauians. While they trained in the art of warfare, his nose would be a stuck in a book. Goddess knew what Quantum saw in him then and now.

A smile crossed his face when he saw his ward walk on to the bridge. It was even nicer that she found someone that complimented her well. The boy needed a little prodding from his mentor to allow his heart to open up. He could not ask for a better pairing.

"Will the landing party make their way to the shuttle. We will be orbiting the planet anon." The captain's words caused Galax to snicker. He knew that the words had them tapered for the presence of the ruling family on board.

He winked at his dark haired beauty as he nodded to Zowie. A smile crossed his face as two of the blades lined up. Time had come to make new friends and learn about their culture.

[Quantum]

The air of relaxation seemed to vanish when the dark skinned woman walked onto the bridge. She surveyed everyone and when she was satisfied joined the blonde man who had smiled at her. She waited while the formalities were given. She nodded to the Blades. They only spoke when they needed to speak and now was only them performing their required duty. A Blade was a living weapon. These Blades were from Lanix Adoth’s capital city. They had been hand selected and that meant they were the honor guard of the daughter of the high priestess who would be the next high priestess. There was no doubt the woman was skilled. She had nearly tamed hun’tan hound that was her protector. She could see that but he needed her as much as she needed him. She gave the command.

“Atta’nu!”

The Blades not occupied with ship operation snapped rigid at the command and it was followed quickly by another command.

“Hoo’ga ‘tu!”

They saluted with drawn weapons the young priestess. Once completed they returned to their duties.

“Galax, let us depart. I am ready for this outing. Blade Max, you shall not pilot. You will attend your duties. Escort. Please ensure you are attentive.”

She offered her arm for Galax and would allow the priestess to lead them off the bridge. Two Blades in the lead and two in the rear. The number didn’t matter as four were usually more than enough and if there was trouble Kra’ku Class capital ship with a full crew of Blades, attack fighters, and landing shuttles was enough.

[Zowie Cosmetatos]

Hazel eyes flickered up to Max as a sigh escaped Zowie's lips. Duty called when the captain stated they were close to the planet. The formality grew tiresome everywhere that they went. She really just wanted to be treated like everyone else. It was another day in the life of being the next high priestess.

Her feet padded softly across the bridge as her hair swung loosely behind her in a braid. She stood in her rightful place, the middle. Her mind turned over the various facts that they knew about the system. It was very little. There were strange magical beings and magical fighters. There was a ruling family which had been in place for some time. She tapped her ear piece, feedback made her cringe. It was working which was the first step in being able to neogotate. Her eyes stared forward as she waited for the others to join her.

[Max]

Max nodded to Zowie as she spoke to him about the trip. She understood him as she understood all Blades. She was even empathetic and it showed by the question she asked. He didn’t sigh only looked at her and nodded. The trip had been uneventful and they were nearly there.

“It has been uneventful. Which means a more time for meditation. The one you have shown me.”

He did like the meditation she had shown him. It was a great way to clear his mind and focus. He was about to say more but Galax arrived on the bridge and he looked at the man. It was not uncommon for him to come. He was an advisor, a strange role for a Black Hole Mauian. He was used to the ones who worked in concert with Blades.

“Galax, you honor us. What have we on these people we are to visit?”

His question would remain unanswered as Quantum joined them on the bridge. It was now the Blades seemed more relaxed and when the command was given they all followed it. Max has no weapon but saluted without weapon and after that he crinkled his eyes at the no piloting. He would do as he was ordered. He waited and when Zowie started toward the hanger bay he followed along and then could feel Galax and Quantum close behind.

[Galax]

Galax smiled, nodded back at the young man as he took the arm of his lady love. He enjoyed that they were a people of tradition and honor. It was hard to think that at one time, each culture was separate. He liked how they all came together for the greater good. He doubted he would get others to open their hearts and minds to new ideas.

He stepped in line behind the priestess as Blade Max asked his question. His feet followed as Zowie lead them to the shuttle. "It is a place that has a similar climate to that of Maideai, temperate with a mix of other climates. There are strange creatures that have abilities. The residents there will use them for battling, protection, and labor. They are ruled by a king and queen. There are about 10 or so individuals that have powers of their own after being transformed. They are protectors, like those in the Sol System. Reports show they are open to learning new things as they are trusting to outsiders.

"History says that the Queen Solaria the First was crowned by the people and used a crystal to heal the planet of a plague. There are rumors as to how powerful this crystal is, nothing concrete. They believe in a goddess who is very similar to our own. It would not surprise me if Our Lady was one and the same or at least a relative. They are also working on space travel which we might be able to help with."

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Super Sailor Terra was checking out the surrounding area of the Galaxy, thanks to the help from the citizens of Solara along with the rest of her friends,which were out tending to their own duties, she picks up a signal that had entered the area of Solara. A young woman, looking no older than 18, but is chronologically much older appears on the screen inside the ship. Her face the only thing visible on the screen. "Welcome to the Spica Star System, home of the Solaris Kingdom. I am Sailor Terra, what brings you to our neck of the galaxy? Please respond, over."

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Queen of the Neo Solaris Kingdom sighed, she didn't feel right wearing this outfit, she was more used to either her more casual clothes, or her Eternal Sailor Solaris Outfit. She much preferred casual parties, however this came with being Queen of a kingdom. She had to do this, all of her friends were back in their own regions except for her best friend that she'd known for a really long time. She had left her throne room and headed into the main meeting area known as the Great Hall. She had cooked up several tasty treats, because well she had no idea what this group that was meeting with her and her best friend liked. This meeting was set up for her and her best friend Princess Kasumi. She really hoped she could forge a way to expand trade and space travel. The Solaris Space Station was in the final phases of reconstruction so soon she would be able to take it out.

She sighed with her partner Orion the Electric Mouse Adviser at her side. "Orion, I wish the others were able to make it, but they're busy tending to their own duties. Thank goodness Misty is going to be here with us. She has always been there for me, and she's here for me again. I just really hope I make a good impression on these people."

"Ashley, don't be so hard on yourself, all your friends are with you no matter how far away they are. Even Gary is with you and so are Ashleigh and Ashlynn. They all believe in you." Orion said to his friend and partner. So many years they've been together and they are as close, if not much much closer than they were on their journeys together. Orion nuzzled Neo Queen Solaria affectionately as he took his customary place on her shoulder.

"You really think I can handle this Orion-Chan?" Neo Queen Solaria asked her partner and adviser,  "I'm so totally nervous. If I'm this nervous when I'm dealing with this group, how will I be when I meet up with the Neo Moon Kingdom?"

Orion sighed and smiled, "you'll do just fine, and this meal looks delicious. It smells delicious too. I believe in you and so does Misty and everyone else. I know you don't like fancy meetings, but it's part of  your station as Queen of the Neo Solaris Kingdom. Just do your best like you did in all of your Leagues. Just remember all of our friends are with us in our hearts!"

Neo Queen Solaria smiled as she stroked her partner behind his ears. "Thank you Orion, I needed that."

Orion nods and smiles as Neo Queen Solaria waits for her guests to arrive.

[Librarian Echo]

The captain noted the transmission and signaled for it to be put up on the viewer. The image that appeared was a young woman. She saluted the young woman fist to heart.

“Well met Sailor Terra, I’m captain Sula’no of the Goddess’ Gaze. We request permission to take up orbit of your planet. Which type of orbit do you prefer? Equatorial or Polar?”

Sula’no was dressed as any Araxian would be dressed when on detail with the high priestess’ or her family. The clothing was a version of their battle uniform but it had details on it the battle uniform was not adorned with. The collar was raised and the sleeves were long, a rank insignia was attached to the right breast. Her pants matched the jungle green uniform top and held a clan insignia worked into the scroll work that went down the outer leg. She waited a moment and decided to ask for transmission of coordinates for the landing shuttle.

“We have our landing party ready to depart when we take up orbit. All we require is transmission of coordinates for the star port.”

She didn’t smile and Sailor Terra would also notice she had several facial scars as well as a sidearm and what appeared to be a sword.

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Super Sailor Terra does some typing on the computer console while she nods in understanding. Once she is done typing she turns her attention back to the screen.

"This is Super Sailor Terra, an Equatorial orbit is suggested. Once you have taken up the orbit, could you please let me know?" Super Sailor Terra asked, then continued, "once I receive word that you are in orbit, I will gladly lower the barrier to allow your landing ship to dock at the Star Port. I will send you the coordinates of the Star Port you will be using once you take up your orbit."

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Super Sailor Io had finished tending to her duties in the Hoenn Region and arrived at Solara Castle. She had sent an e-mail to Neo Queen Solaria that she was finished with her duties in Hoenn and was planning on attending the meeting.

Once Super Sailor Io arrived at the castle she headed toward the main hall and Greeted Neo Queen Solaria with a hug, after curtsying toward her of course.

"Ash, I will be joining you, do you prefer me to attend in this form or my formal Princess Dress form? I'm so not going to switch to my casual ensemble. What do you prefer?"

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"I have requested that Misty attend in her Senshi form, could you please do the same? What you're wearing is just fine. You and Mist are two of my most trusted guardians May, so I'm a little less strict on you than I am of our subjects that come to attend events at Solara Castle."

While petting Orion, Neo Queen Solaria regards the younger girl, just like Misty she had been there for her for a long time. The same can be said for Dawn, Iris, and Serena as well, but they were busy tending to their own regions along with Darcy and the others. It was looking like it was going to be just Neo Queen Solaria, Super Sailor Terra, and Super Sailor Io attending the meeting.That was fine by her.

[Librarian Echo]

Captain Sula’no gives orders to her bridge crew in a language that none have heard before today, unless you live on Lanix Adoth or one of the colonies they had started. After orders are given she waits a moment more as she walks over to a station and and nods. The trouble with it was that since it hadn’t been heard outside their system there was no basis for translators to use to attempt to create a reference. Universal translators didn’t work at all.

“Orbit will be achieved in two minutes. Once it is we will transmit that we are ready for coordinates.”

She watched the station of the helmswoman and once they were within ten seconds of orbit she turned and relayed their impending orbit to the shuttle bay. The pilot was ready and he only needed the diplomatic party aboard.

“Orbit achieved, ready for coordinates.”

The captain was efficient and she ran her ship as all other Araxian’s. The only accommodation was when the high priestess or her family was aboard. They were special cargo and would be accorded anything they wished as long as it didn’t interfere with ship operations. She wasn’t one to lose sight of what her ship was meant for and why she had achieved her rank.

“Our pilot will transmit his IFF for you to use as basis for lowering of your shield. They will be underway shortly.”