SonicxStarWars P2 Chapter 20

Chapter 20: It’s Not Over Yet
Above  the Endor Moon, the half-finished Death Star II stood in orbit above the planet, and then, three Star Destroyers headed towards the station, and out of the lead one, came a shuttle and two TIE Fighters for escort.

“Command Station.” said the pilot. “This is ST-321, Code Clearance Blue. We’re starting our approach, deactivate security shield.”

“Security Deflector Shield will be deactivated once we have clearance of your code transmission.” said the Controller. “Stand By.” As he received the code clearance, he verified it and said: “You are cleared to proceed.”

“We’re starting our approach.” replied the Pilot. The Shuttle flew straight into one of the many hangar bays, and landed gently inside.

“Inform the commander that Lord Vader and Dr. Robotnik’s shuttle has arrived.” said the Flight Officer.

“Yes sir.” said the Controller.
Within minutes, many Stormtroopers and personnel entered the hangar, and then, Moff Tiaan Jerjerrod walked up to the Shuttle, and soon, Darth Vader and Dr. Robotnik exited the craft. Jerjerrod then said: “Lord Vader, Dr. Robotnik, this is an unexpected pleasure, we are honored by your presence.”

“You may dispense with the pleasantries, Commander. We are here to put you back on schedule.” said Vader.

“I assure you Lord Vader, my men are working as fast as they can.” said Jerjerrod.

“Perhaps I can find new ways to motivate them.” replied Vader.

“Or I need to Roboticize a few more of your men…” added Robotnik.

“I tell you, this station will be operational as planned.” said Jerjerrod.

“The Emperor does not share your optimistic appraisal of the situation.” said Vader.

“But he asks the impossible! I need more men…” replied Jerjerrod.

“Then perhaps you can tell him when he arrives.” said Vader.

“The Emperor’s coming here?!” gasped Jerjerrod.

“That is correct, Commander. And he is most displeased with your apparent lack of progress.” said Vader.

“We shall double our efforts!” replied Jerjerrod.

“I hope so Commander, for your sake…The Emperor is not as forgiving as I am.” then Vader walked away.

“And you’d better, Commander. Or you shall be the next one to end up in the Roboticizer.” said Robotnik, who then turned away as well.

Meanwhile, in a region of space near Mobius, The Freedom Fighters were doing a round of patrols, with Sonic, Sally, Tails, and Kaylor in X-Wings, and Knuckles, Julie-Su, Antoine, Rotor, and Bunnie in B-Wings.

“Man, this is what we gotta do while Luke goes to Tatooine to rescue Han? Why couldn’t we have gone with them?” asked Sonic.

“Because, Sonic. Luke didn’t need our help. He said that he, Lando, Chewie, Leia, R2, and 3P0 could take care of that. We have to do our part in making sure Mobius is secure before the attack on Endor.” replied Sally.

“Yeah, and I think this sector is secure. Let’s take one more round and get back to Mobius.” said Kaylor.

“I hear you.” said Knuckles. “And let’s hurry. I’m anxious to kick some Imperial Butt there!”

“What’s the matter Knuckles?” asked Julie-Su. “Don’t tell me you’re afraid of that Death Star.” she said jokingly.

“Hey, cut that out!” said Knuckles.

But then, Bunnie’s scanners beeped and she said: “Heads up y’all! I’m a pickin’ up a flight group at 4-1-6-Mark 2. It’s the Suppression Squad’s TIE Defendahs!”

“Those guys just won’t take a hint, can they?” asked Sonic. “We’ll be ready for them this time!” The Freedom Fighters, opening their S-Foils, and arming their weapons, and raising their shields, turned to the sight of the Suppression Squad’s TIE Defenders racing towards them.

“This is it, Sonic! This is the day we settle all bets! You won’t go to Endor alive!” said Scourge as the Freedom Fighters and the Suppression Squad exchanged blaster and missile fire. The Freedom Fighters were again, outmatched at first by the powerful TIE Defenders, but they were prepared.

“You guys should know that the Empire is done, over, yesterday’s news!” shouted Sonic.

“Funny, we were just thinking the same for the Rebel Alliance!” said Scourge.

“Oh, Sonic, we could have had such fun together!” said Fiona tauntingly.

“The loss is all yours, Fiona.” replied Sonic. But then, Scourge caught Sonic in his Tractor Beam Weapon and prepared to go for a missile lock.

“Who’s gonna save you this time Sonic?” mocked Scourge.

“Oh, I have a few…hidden assets.” said Sonic as he reached for a lever on his control panel and pulled it. His X-Wing then started to power up. On the sides of the nose, several intake vents opened, and then, several small boosters came out of the engines, and then, Sonic activated his countermeasures to break Scourge’s beam weapon lock. And then, with the same speed as a TIE Defender, Sonic’s X-Wing raced away. The other Freedom Fighters did the same thing on their X-Wings and B-Wings, and soon, they had the power and speed of the Suppression Squad’s TIE Defenders.

“We’re now in the Combat Mode!” shouted Tails.

“Wha-what’s this?” gasped Scourge. Now they were evenly matched. The Freedom Fighters, with a great deal of new effort, were able to severely damage the Suppression Squad’s TIE Defenders, at the cost though of Rotor and Bunnie taking heavy damage.

“Graaagghhhh!” screamed Scourge as his TIE Defender took a missile hit from Sally. “Not once, but twice! We can’t win! Suppression Squad, pull out!” The Suppression Squad was then forced to retreat, and jumped to hyperspace as quickly as they could.

“Yeah, and don’t come back!” shouted Rotor as Boomer’s TIE Defender jumped to hyperspace.

“C’mon everyone, let’s get back to Mobius, ASAP!” said Kaylor as he closed his S-Foils, and soon with the other Freedom Fighters in tow, they headed back to Mobius.

Upon their arrival, they met up with Dulcy and Teero, who were busy loading up the Star Tornado for the trip to Sullust, where the Rebel Fleet was getting ready.  Sally then went to go see her father.

“Daddy.” said Sally.

“Hello, Sally. Are your preparations for that attack on Endor going well?”

“Yes Daddy, and I’m not sure if I’ll come back, so I just want to say…goodbye.” then Sally and her father hugged as if it would be the last time.

“Be strong, Sally. Remember our secret family credo. ‘Duel with Honor.’ And if you die, die with some honor.” said King Acorn.

Within minutes, Sally had to climb aboard the Star Tornado, and with her father waving goodbye, they took off and headed for Sullust.

Meanwhile at Endor, the Star Scourge escorted the Emperor’s shuttle to the Death Star II, where Vader, Robotnik, Snivley, and Jerjerrod were waiting. As the Royal Guards stood at attention, Vader, Robotnik, Snivley, and Jerjerrod kneeled as the Emperor disembarked the shuttle.

“Rise, my friend.” said the Emperor. And as soon as the 4 men got back up, they walked towards the exit of the hangar.

“The Death Star will be completed on schedule.” said Vader.

“You’ve done well, Lord Vader. And now I sense you wish to continue your search for young Skywalker.” said the Emperor.

“Yes, my Master.” replied Vader.

“Patience, my friend. In time, he will seek *you* out, and when he does, you must bring him before me. He has grown strong. Only together can we turn him to the Dark Side of the Force.” said the Emperor.

“As you wish.” replied Vader.

“Everything is proceeding as I have forseen…” said the Emperor, who then gave off his cackle.

When the Freedom Fighters arrived at the Rebel Fleet, they landed in the main hangar bay of Home One, and saw the Millennium Falcon was there, and then they saw a Lambda Class Shuttle landed next the Falcon, but that was pushed off their minds as Kaylor led them to the briefing room, which was full of Rebel Officers and Men, and there, they saw a person they hadn’t seen in almost a year.

“Hey Han!” shouted Sonic.

“Well, If it isn’t Sonic and the Freedom Fighters!” said Han Solo, who was back in action.

“So you’re free of the Carbonite, Han?” asked Tails.

“Yep, and now that Jabba the Hutt is dead, I’m truly a free man.” replied Han.

“And now he’s here where he belongs.” said Leia.

“Hi, Leia.” said Sally. “Chewie.” Sally then said to Chewbacca, who walked up to the Freedom Fighters. Sally then introduced Knuckles and Julie-Su to Han, and told them about what happened on Bespin.

“Well, you certainly had an interesting experience.” said Knuckles.

“I don’t know what I’d do if Knuckles was frozen for nearly a year.” said Julie-Su.

But then, Han’s attention turned to the sight of Lando, who was wearing a military uniform. “Well, look at you! A General, huh?” said Han.

“Someone must have told then about my little maneuver at the Battle of Taanab.” replied Lando.

“Well don’t look at me pal, I just said you were a fair pilot, I never thought they were actually looking for someone to lead this crazy attack.” replied Han.

“I’m surprised they didn’t ask you to do it.” said Lando.

“Who says I’m doing it, but I ain’t crazy. You’re the respectable one, remember?” said Han jokingly.

But then it was time for the briefing to begin. Mon Mothma then began. “The Emperor’s made a critical error and the time for our attack has come. The Data brought to us by the Bothan Spies pinpointed the exact location of the Emperor’s new battle station. We also know that the weapon systems of this Death Star are not yet operational. But we’ve also learned…that the Emperor himself is personally overseeing the final stages of the construction of this Death Star. Many Bothans died…to bring us this information. Admiral Ackbar please.” Then, Admiral Ackbar continued the briefing.

“You can see here, the Death Star, orbiting the Forest Moon of Endor. Although the weapon systems on this Death Star are not yet operational, it does have a strong defense mechanism. It is protected by an energy shield, which is generated by the nearby Forest Moon of Endor. The shield must be deactivated, if any attack is to be attempted. Once the shield is down, our cruisers will create a perimeter, while our fighters fly into the superstructure, and attempt to knock out the main reactor.” then the holoprojector turned off and Ackbar then said: “General Calrissian has volunteered to lead the fighter attack.”

“Good luck!” said Han. “You’re gonna need it.”

“General Madine.” said Ackbar turning the briefing over to Madine.

“We have stolen a small Imperial shuttle. Disguised as a cargo ship, and using a secret Imperial code, a strike team will land on the moon and deactivate the shield generator.” said Madine.

“Sounds dangerous.” said 3P0.

“Who have they found to pull that off?” asked Leia.

“General Solo, is your strike team assembled?” asked Madine.

Han was surprised, but immediately said: “Uh, my teams ready, I don’t have a command crew for the shuttle…” Chewie then raised his hand and barked in wanting to help. “It’s gonna be rough pal, I didn’t wanna speak for you.” Chewie then insisted. Han then smiled and said: “That’s one.”

“General, count me in.” said Leia.

“Me too!” said Sonic.

“Don’t forget the rest of the Freedom Fighters!” said Tails as the other Freedom Fighters raised their hands.

“We’re going too.” said Cross as he and the Stryker Team raised their hands.

“I’m with you too.” said Luke, who walked down and he and Leia hugged.

“What is it?” asked Leia.

“Ask me again sometime.” said Luke, who then said his hellos to everyone else.

R2 beeped in excitement, and 3P0 replied: “Exciting is hardly the word I would choose.”