Kraud took a step back again when Oren began talking. He had arranged this meeting, so the Whiphid found it suiting that he would be the first to give his opinion on the matter at hand. He was no fool, however, and noticed that his fellow Jedi found it difficult to fully express himself. It was never an easy task, especially in front of a group like this. But that was also part of being a Jedi, wasn't it? To dare and speak up, instead of staying silent in a corner. And Kraud was most pleased to see that Oren didn't disappoint. His opinion was in accordance with the code, mentioning a path that seemed to be the most straightforward and logical option. Fight their injustice with justice. Counter their cruelty with compassion, and have faith in the Force. Faith in the Order.
Oren's speech was further emphasized by Mila, who made an attempt to encourage her fellow Jedi. And likewise, she was right. Their Order had survived for thousands of years. No Hutt with a large sum of credits could possibly be the end of the Order now. In the middle of her speech, however, Kraud noticed that she, like Oren, had trouble conveying how she felt. For a second, the Whiphid almost forgot that she had encountered these Dark side practitioners on Mustafar; something that still seemed to torment her. A smile played about his lips as he realized how much courage it must've took for her to speak about this in public.
The third person to speak up raised a good question. Who would take a helping hand from those portrayed as murderous zealots? The response came from an older Knight, although it wasn't really the answer he had expected. His response was basically "What has been said and suggested shouldn't need to be discussed", only to suggest the exact same actions Oren had proposed mere minutes ago. Namely go out there and help those in need. What was the point of his entire monologue, if he gave the same answer Oren had given? More importantly, did he accuse his brothers and sisters of being 'killers?' Was this man for real? Did he come here just to criticize and belittle those around him? That wasn't what the Whiphid expected from a Jedi.
The fifth speaker, a female Cathar, raised another good point. The galaxy didn't even see them as guardians or protectors. Like the others who had given their opinions before her, she seemed to agree with the fact that they had to show the galaxy what the Jedi truly were.
The sixth person to speak up was a lot more agitated than those who had come before him. Kraud raised an eyebrow as he listened to the rather insensitive man, who Kraud doubted was truly deserving of the title of Knight. He seemed unstable, but perhaps his actions spoke louder than his words; or so the Whiphid hoped. At least the Knight nearing his 50s had brought ideas to the table; suggesting to work with the sector rangers and further investigate the red lightsabers. Kraud could respect that. But this rather rude speech? Absolutely not. It did raise some questions, however.
"It has been stated several times by those willing to share their ideas and opinions." the Whiphid stated calmly. "We should focus our efforts on building alliances, investigating these Sith, and taking a more active role in helping those we wish to protect." He summarized, glancing at those who had spoken, namely the Cathar, Oren and the middle aged Knight, to check if they wanted to add anything before he continued. "Although I have a question concerning these Dark side practitioners. Once we encounter them, and we will, how should we proceed? Attack them on sight? Try to reason with them?" Kraud asked, knowing that the former seemed against the code, while the latter could result in even more carnage.
He then turned to Mila. "Knight Tesara. You have encountered these 'Sith' before. Can they even be reasoned with?"
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