>>5774564As the weight of betrayal bears down on him, Kessarion's voice rises above the tension, tinged with desperation and disbelief. "Brothers, we've fought side by side! Why this betrayal?" He extends a hand, not in attack, but in plea, trying to find any semblance of their shared camaraderie within their eyes.
But even as he speaks, his connection with the Force is deep, probing and seeking. He senses the familiar hum of thermal detonators carried by some of the Clone Troopers - standard equipment for situations requiring tactical demolition.
The response from the lead Clone Trooper is cold, its depth of loyalty to the Chancellor evident. "The Jedi have betrayed the Republic, Master Jedi. We have our orders."
Just as they ready their blasters, Kessarion acts. With a focused thought, he activates the thermal detonators on their belts. If they show any sign of halting their aggression, he's ready to use the Force to fling the explosives away, saving them from the imminent explosion. But the clones' intent is clear; they advance without hesitation.
The detonators activate in a series of blinding flashes, and the immediate area is engulfed in smoke, fire, and chaos. The once loyal Clone Troopers are consumed in the explosion, their end both tragic and swift.
Coughing and disoriented, Kessarion rises from the ground, the remnants of his loyal squadron scattered around him. Saleucami's exotic ambience is now marred by the acrid scent of smoke and scorched earth.
>Use the momentary cover of smoke to retreat towards the dense foliage, putting distance between oneself and potential reinforcements.>Scan the surroundings for a communications device to inform the Republic settlement of the betrayal and gather intelligence.>Take a moment to meditate, seeking clarity and guidance from the Force about the next best course of action.>Move quickly towards the high vantage point of the cliff, hoping to spot any approaching threats and strategize an escape route. 