The Empire begins with the Fourth Scourge

2255. I am not a puppet!

"This is the planet Dathomir, my brother." Savage Opres said in a deep voice.

Darth Maul looked back at him and said coldly: "No... In the past years, you did not open your eyes of the Force and look at this planet. Therefore, you do not understand Dathomir. What the planet once looked like in the Force."

He stared at Savage Opres and repeated again: "The planet Dathomir has changed. Who?"

Savage Opres thought for a moment and said, "Perhaps you are talking about that great existence - the Queen of the Night, Gus Zerlain."

"Guthzerion... I think, when I was very young, I once heard her legend..." Darth Maul's face became a little gloomy.

"Yes, she has been resurrected now and is controlled by Darth Tenebrous. She is very powerful and can even withstand the combined attacks of Darth Sidious and Darth Malthael. "Savage Opres said, "We have enough cards to fight against these two Sith Lords. What we lack now is just more accumulation and an opportunity."

"So, this... Darth Tenebrous, what does he want us to do?" Darth Maul asked again.

"He will support us in creating a powerful legion - the Shadow Legion! And we will also command this huge army to get what we want!" Savage Opres said.

Darth Maul smiled coldly and said, "Get what we want? Is it what we want, or what Darth Tenebrous wants?"

"There is no difference, he will meet our requirements. Because his enemies are Darth Sidious and Darth Malthael!" Savage Opres said.

"And then, once again, he became a sharp blade in his hand? Like a puppet, at the mercy of others?" Darth Maul asked coldly.

Savage was silent for a moment and said slowly: "They have extremely powerful power. We are unable to resist and can only submit. Moreover, he also promised to give us everything."

He paused and repeated, as if to convince himself: "He will give us everything."

Darth Maul turned around and looked at the bizarre scenery outside the window. His expression kept changing, and he didn't know what he was thinking. But after a long time, he suddenly burst out with an extremely arrogant laugh, "Hahahahahaha! Hahahahahahaha!!! Okay! Okay! Okay!! My brother! Do it! Create our legion, and then... To shock the entire galaxy!”

"Brother! With your joining, our strength will undoubtedly become stronger!" Savage Opres said excitedly.

"Ah... of course!" Darth Maul's eyes flickered, but he was constantly calculating in his heart.

Just like when Darth Sidious and Darth Malthael succumbed to Darth Plagueis, Darth Maul knew that he had no room for resistance, but this Darth- Tenebrous, as long as he is still useful, then there is still a chance for all this!

That’s right! This time! I won't be a puppet anymore!

A cruel smile appeared on the corner of Darth Maul's mouth. He turned back and said slowly: "What is our mission?"

"Bringing the Black Sun under our control...the Night Sister Cerri has set off for the moon of Nar Shaddaa." Savage Opres said.

"Black Sun...I remember that I destroyed them with my own hands! I killed six of their nine Vigors, and the rest had no choice but to hide in Tibet, and then were completely divided up by the corporate alliance!" Das - Moore said coldly.

"The Black Sun was rebuilt, and it is said that it was supported by Darth Sidious. The current Black Sun is controlled by a group of Falin people, and their leader is called Xomit Glenset. Grunseit)." Savage Opres replied, "Although the current Black Sun is far less powerful than it was at its peak, it has gained considerable strength after a long period of development."

"Since he is supported by Darth Sidious, it is impossible for him to join us!" Darth Maul shook his head.

"Lord Darth Tenebrous, we have already made arrangements. Now, we need to set off for the Nashada satellite immediately." Savage Opres said, "After we successfully incorporate Black Sun, Darth- Tenebrous will meet us in person and reveal to us his plans of unparalleled grandeur..."

Darth Maul nodded expressionlessly, but did not speak.

That's right...it's a puppet again! He opened his mouth and showed a ferocious smile.

…

The capital of the planet Mandalore, Sundari City, Royal Palace.

Extraordinary Vizsla, wearing black armor and a red cloak, sat alone on the throne. He looked at the empty palace without saying a word and didn't know what he was thinking.

Since last night, he has rejected everyone, locked himself in the throne room, and sat quietly in the deathly silence, as if he was enjoying all the power to himself.

There are still two days left before the coronation ceremony, and everything is ready. The sacrifice of Kad Ha'rangir, the God of Destruction, finally found from the planet Mandalore, has also been put in place.

This is a very difficult thing, because the religion of the Mandalorians has gradually died out with the demise of the Mandalorian Crusaders. The new Mandalorians led by Satine Kryze have never really believed in Kad-Hlangil.

The mythology system of the Mandalorian Crusaders belongs to polytheism, and its core conflict lies in the war between Kad-Hlangil, the god of war and destruction, and Arasuum, the god of laziness and stagnation. The former Mandalorian Crusaders are the holy war army of Kad-Hlangil, the god of war and destruction, which is the origin of the name of the Crusaders.

However, after the demise of the Mandalorian Crusaders, there was no unified and powerful regime on the planet Mandalore for a long time, which led to the numerous Mandalorian clans. There are all kinds of beliefs, traditions, and customs, and there is no unified standard at all.

So under such circumstances, it is really not easy to find the priests of Kad-Hlangil. In fact, to be precise, the person found by Super-Vizla cannot be regarded as a real priest. He is just a historian and religious scholar.

Of course, this historian and religious scholar is still very familiar with the traditional beliefs of the Mandalorian Crusaders, so there should be no problem for him to preside over the coronation ceremony.

So now, what Super-Vizla is really worried about is Bo-Katan Kryze's rebels.

Ever since his army landed from the Concordia satellite and attacked all the cities on the Mandalorian planet, things have never been smooth. Those cities that resolutely resisted have become the biggest obstacle, and it has also prevented his army from making a breakthrough.

And once those rebels cannot be defeated quickly and cruelly, there will be a steady stream of rebels standing up, and the deterrent effect will no longer exist.

But what else can be done? There is no way!

Super-Vizla still has some awareness that he has been abandoned by Darth Tenebrous, but he always believes that as long as he can show the ability to control the Mandalorian planet, this adult will change his mind sooner or later.

Moreover, it must be the stinky boy Tiber Zahn who has not even grown all his hair who is stirring up trouble! As long as there is a chance, this guy's head must be twisted off!

However, the Zahn Consortium has basically stopped funding him, or it can be said that there is funding, but it must be paid. Where does Super-Vizla get the money to give him? So he can only indulge the thugs of the Zahn Consortium to come to Mandalore to rob.

Super-Vizla originally thought that as long as he put the blame on the Zahn Consortium and aroused the hatred of the people of Mandalore against the Zahn Consortium, these people would naturally unite around him. But he miscalculated!

The people are not fools! Naturally, they can see the numbness and indifference of the Death Guard when the Zahn Consortium came to burn, kill and loot. They can naturally guess that this is a dirty deal between the Death Guard and the Zahn Consortium.

After completely losing the support of the people, the Great Purge became Super-Vizla's only choice. If not, then he will only have a dead end.

But even this war aimed at the Great Purge did not go smoothly.

Bo-Katan Kryze, that little girl, dared to disobey his will! Super-Vizla's eyes became fierce. Who took in a rebellious girl like you and trained you to be an excellent Death Watch soldier? ! And who gave you, a 16-year-old kid, the actual military power and let you set up the elite Night Owls! ?

Now, Bo-Katan Kryze actually stood up to resist!

Super-Vizla wanted to kill Bo-Katan Kryze immediately, but he couldn't do it. After more than a week of siege, his army was already short of supplies and out of ammunition and food.

An army lacking ammunition, food, and drinking water would be vulnerable even under the counterattack of the mob of civilians.

He had to stop the attack, shrink the defense line, and then make a big fuss to the Zahn Consortium, asking them to give supplies, otherwise he would rather hand over Mandalore to the Galactic Empire or the Principality of Dawn!

Fortunately, Tiber Zahn finally relented and sent him about 200,000 tons of ammunition supplies. With this batch of supplies, Super-Vizla was finally able to hold the existing front line and prevent Sundari City from being directly attacked by the rebels.

Now, as long as he ascends the throne!

That's right! As long as he ascends the throne and becomes the Super Mandalore. Then under the glorious history and tradition of the Mandalore Crusaders, Mandalore will surely be united again!

That's right! Only I... Only I, Super-Vizla, have the determination and ability to lead Mandalore to regain the glory of the Crusaders!

Super-Vizla's hand holding the scepter began to exert force, and the expression on his face became ferocious.

I'm not a puppet! Not a puppet of Darth Tenebrous, nor a puppet of Tiber Zahn! I... am Mandalore the Great! Mandalore of the Mandalorians!!

A rapid vibration came from the communicator, and the Great Vizsla looked down. It was his most trusted commander, Gar Saxon, who had something important to report.

The Great Vizsla waved his hand, pressed the button on the throne, and opened the magnificent door of the throne room.

With the rumble of the door opening, Gar-Saxon, dressed in a red combat uniform, walked in. His brown hair was neatly combed into a big back, shiny and oily. He cared about his appearance so much, which was rare among the extreme militaristic Death Guards.

Gar-Saxon was the leader of a powerful Mandalorian family, the Saxon family. The warriors of the Saxon family were brave and good at fighting, and they had a large population, so their strength should not be underestimated.

And Gar-Saxon was aggressive, ruthless, cruel, and loyal. The army he commanded was fast and decisive, and he was already the number one general under the Extraordinary-Vizla.

Therefore, the most important task of guarding the capital Sundari was given to Gar-Saxon to complete. So far, the rebels have been unable to shake the defense line of Gar-Saxon's organization, which also proves his ability.

Gar-Saxon walked in quickly, knelt on one knee very respectfully, and said loudly: "Respected Master Mandalore, the rebels in the west of the city have been destroyed. They should no longer have the strength and courage to stop your coronation ceremony."

Yes, this guy is very good at talking. Super Vizsla looked at Gar-Saxon with satisfaction. Even though the coronation ceremony has not yet taken place, Gar has already called him Super Mandalore, which makes Super Vizsla feel very comfortable.

"Well done! Gar-Saxon, the great strategist I rely on most, you will be rewarded for your loyalty." Super Mandalore said with satisfaction, and he also began to call Gar-Saxon by the Grand Strategist, the highest rank of the Mandalore Crusaders.

He stood up from the throne with great pride, walked to Gar-Saxon, helped him up very cordially, expressed his love for the people as the supreme ruler, then patted Gar on the shoulder and said, "Do you have anything else to report?"

"Tiber-Zane just sent a congratulatory message in advance. He said that the planet Mandalore will be reunited under the banner of Mandalore, and the Zahn Consortium is eager to repair the previous misunderstanding with you and rebuild a cooperative relationship." Gar-Saxon said.

"Hahahahaha! Tiber-Zane, has he finally understood my power? Hahahaha!" Super-Vizla laughed out loud.

"In addition, Bo-Katan-Kryze is gathering troops. According to our air force reconnaissance, the number is about 20,000, and they are equipped with airspeed boats. Not only that, there are also fighters among the rebels, which are light fighters. I suggest that the sky above the entire Sundari city be completely blocked to strengthen air defense forces." Gar-Saxon said.

Super-Vizla said: "I leave this matter to you."

"Please rest assured, Master Super Mandalore. On the day of the coronation ceremony, no one can enter...Sundari City." Gar-Saxon showed an unpredictable smile. (End of this chapter)