User:Commander Lightning/Archive 1

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"There are times when you must do not what's required, but what's right."

Victor Gamma Lightning, who was commonly known as Commander Lightning, was a Force-sensitive being of unknown origins. What was known about him however, was that he was the commander of a military organization known as the Galactic Empire, which was called the Blue Forces Coalition Military during the Great Sith War. Under his direct command, the troops complied with the orders without question.

The beginning
Commander Victor Gamma Lightning, whose real name was unknown, formed his military a long time before the Old Republic Era before the formation of the Galactic Republic. He was known for his intelligence (given the fact the he was undeniably intelligent), cleverness, and instinctive responses. Some even considered his traits too exceptionally unique for human ability.

During the Great Sith War, his military was called the Blue Forces Coalition Military. Although it was a small force then, the Commander believed that it was still a formidable opponent. Lightning and his personal force of Stormtroopers, along with help from the Jedi Order, massacred thousands of Sith troops towards the end of the war. It was not known what happened to Lightning in the few thousand years that followed.

One thousand years before the Invasion of Naboo, Lightning re-named his military the Galactic Empire. The fleet grew to very high numbers, having hundreds of thousands of starships and other spacecraft rather than only thousands. Many new classes of ground vehicles introduced during that time, which also greatly increased Lightning’s forces. The next thousand years were rather uneventful for Lightning, even though in the end, it was not known what he did during that time.

During the Clone Wars, Lightning’s military had increased exponentially, having over one hundred million vessels in his fleet along with millions of troops and officers. However, they only participated in twenty different missions, most of them being highly classified. At the end of the war when Operation: Knightfall was executed, Lightning felt a harsh tremor in the Force that told him the Jedi Order was being destroyed as hundreds of Jedi and their forces were being assaulted in several ambushes. Not only that, but hundreds were also being killed by Darth Vader in the Jedi Temple on Coruscant.

During the Galactic Civil War, Lightning, via hologram, gave orders to ambush the crew of the Tantive IV, the consular vessel belonging to former Imperial Senator Bail Organa. Colonel Daine Jir, acting on orders from his Commander, briefed the Tempest Force Stormtroopers and ordered them to attack the vessel, eliminate the crew, capture Imperial Senator and Alderaanian Princess Leia Organa and recover plans for the Death Star. At the Battle of Yavin, the Imperial commander and his personal staff were away from the system at the time, due to construction of a new secret weapon near Kuat.

Hearing the news about the destruction of the Death Star, Lightning was infuriated. He decided that the next design of the Death Star be discussed with Moff Jerjerrod and Lieutenant Sanford Nimitz (who in 8 years would be directly promoted to Major due to a major victory in several missions on his part), who was his third-in-command.

Rogue Squadron and the Galactic Squadron
"This Rogue Squadron is one tough adversary. Interesting..."

- Commander Lightning, after seeing many unanswered victories in Rogue Squadron's favor

Following the formation of Rogue Squadron, an elite Rebel fighter squadron mainly comprised of X-Wings, Commander Lightning had received several reports from the Moffs in the many sectors about the danger they posed to the Galactic Empire. When news of this came to him, it only served to enrage him even more. After the ordeal on Gerrard V, hearing about Lieutenant Kasan Moor's defection, he decided that it was time to form a "Rogue Squadron" of his very own. Enhanced cloning, advanced training, higher skills, and quicker responses compared to the average Stormtroopers were given to modified Imperial troops. Handpicked personally, they would form Galactic Squadron. Lightning became its the squadron leader, and he appointed Colonel Daine Jir and Major Sanford Nimitz as his subordinates.

"Eliminate Rogue Squadron, and we've practically won the war."

- Commander Lightning discussing to Galactic Squadron about Rogue Squadron's crucial value to the Rebel Alliance

The following pilots had their callsigns as followed:


 * Victor Lightning - Galactic Leader
 * Daine Jir - Galactic One (subordinate, wingman)
 * Sanford Nimitz - Galactic Two (subordinate, wingman)
 * SD-593 - Galactic Three (subordinate, Blitzgruppe Storm Commando)
 * TR-832 - Galactic Four (subordinate)
 * MS-347 - Galactic Five
 * RE-904 - Galactic Six
 * DL-490 - Galactic Seven
 * TK-850 - Galactic Eight
 * GE-485 - Galactic Nine
 * HR-49320 - Galactic Ten
 * OS-3402 - Galactic Eleven
 * EC-2721 - Galactic Twelve
 * PK-2313 - Galactic Thirteen
 * LT-4593 - Galactic Fourteen
 * OF-102 - Galactic Fifteen
 * CI-340 - Galactic Sixteen
 * MT-132 - Galactic Seventeen
 * OD-903 - Galactic Eighteen
 * JI-814 - Galactic Nineteen
 * ST-795 - Galactic Twenty

Twin Suns Transport Services and the Azzameens
"Idealists, those Azzameens. They won't hesitate to join the Rebellion when the time is right for them."

Victor's attention was not restricted to the Rebels. Twin Suns Transport Services was getting actively, yet secretly involved in Rebel activity, especially Tomaas Azzameen. Also, they had a violent rivalry with Viraxo Shipping, headed by K'Armyn Viraxo, who was a recent friend of Lightning's. The Viraxo later were ambushed at Viraxo 54 by Ace, Aeron, and Emon Azzameen, disguising the Selu as the Venix. The slick Imperial Commander was not fooled by the ruse, and sent a Victory Star Destroyer, Intruder, to supposedly "investigate" an incident of an illegal spice, or cover-up. But the Intruder's true intention was to intercept the Azzameens before they escaped. All they found was counterfeit spices and the remains of the Selu. Admiral Garreth Holtz told the captain of the Intruder on Lightning's behalf, "That's more than enough evidence of the Azzameens' involvement with the Rebellion, but we can't make our move yet." Indeed, Victor favored the Viraxo over the Azzameens, as he told K'Armyn Viraxo to send a few spies to the Rebel platform, Hospital. The Azzameens never realized that the Empire knew what they were up to all along, and had planned a trap. The Battle of Hospital was actually a trick to reveal the Azzameen's true colors. Admiral Holtz, acting on orders from Colonel Jir, staged a vicious attack on the platform. Despite the arrival of the Azzameens, 34% of the Rebel personnel including Tomaas and Galin Azzameen, were killed. Holtz then placed warrants and bounties on the Azzameens' heads, especially Ace and Aeron. K'Armyn was pleased to hear the news, which in turn pleased Lightning. He waited anxiously for their arrest. Holtz devised a two-pronged attack: The Viraxo would harass the Azzameens, while the Imperial forces would seize and/or destroy the supplies at Twin Suns Station, and the Azzameen Home Base. The plan only worked partially, as the Azzameens made off with 40% of their supplies, and escaped capture. However, Lightning's shock troops were deployed from an Assault Shuttle, which had battered and disabled the Home Base and they were sent to secure the station. Unfortunately for him, half of the squad was killed by a spiked container in the hangar. But in turn, it destroyed a section of the hangar, which amused him to see the traitors lose their home. He then had the equipment in Twin Suns Station stolen by his shock troops. After that, he ordered a special task force of ships, Star Destroyers Rage and Admonitor to, "Wipe out Twin Suns Station!! Spare no one!!!!". Within minutes, the once-proud landmark of the Azzameen family and Twin Suns Shipping was ravaged and bombarded, soon turning from a once-undaunted, glorified structure, into a dark gray hulk reduced to rubble floating in space, or in his words, as he said himself: "This will serve as an example for those who DARE to betray me!"

Further events
He appeared at the Battle of Endor, although he was not present at the decisive clash.

During 7 ABY, Galactic Squadron would compose of the main squadron and Lightning's personal guard.

Clash with Rogue Squadron
In 11 ABY, during an attempt by Rogue Squadron to destroy an Eclipse-class Star Dreadnought, the Justice, they were once again detected by Galactic Squadron's fighters.

Confronting an Old Traitor
In 12 ABY, General Crix Madine was found and captured by IG-88G, an Imperial assassin droid; and the Blitzgruppe, Lightning's personal guard.

Madine was nearly killed after being shot by Durga during a sabotage operation on the Darksaber, but managed to flee in an escape pod shortly before the explosion. The escape pod was headed for Hoth, and crashed in the remains of Echo Base. While not very accurate with his blaster, he managed to escape the Snowtroopers stationed there. This, however, was a very unwise move, as there were no other settlements on the frozen world.

Just as he found shelter at a nearby cave, he was stopped in his tracks immediately by an assassin droid who, ironically, hated IG-88A and his "Droid Revolution". IG-88G, an Imperial assassin droid, gave away Madine's position. Lieutenant Arnold Zolern of the Blitzgruppe and his deputy; BG-105, a Blitzgruppe Storm Commando, led a squad of Storm Commandos to find and arrest Crix Madine. Colonel Jir gave Lieutenant Zolern and IG-88G the orders to "Bring this.. ..traitor.. ..to the Commander... ...alive."

"Achtung, Crix Madine! Sie sein unter festnahme!! (Attention, Crix Madine! You are under arrest!!)"

- Blitzgruppe Storm Commando BG-105

BG-105 did not hesitate to say his catchphrase: "Sie sein unter festnahme!!", upon arresting Madine. Minutes later, a black Imperial Shuttle had touched down to pick up the Storm Commandos. As they entered the shuttle, Madine was held at gunpoint to his head, but did not flinch. Indeed, he remained calm, even in the face of certain death. That changed, however, when he was brought aboard the Thunder Bolt. The Commander waited patiently, yet anxiously, for Crix's arrival. IG-88G had Crix tightly and painfully gripped. Lieutenant Zolern and Captain Müller headed straight to the Commander's Spire, IG-88G following. When Crix Madine was thrown to the floor by IG-88G before Lightning, his bravery faded away. When Victor glared at him, Madine became completely terrified. He knew that when a prisoner was brought aboard Victor's ship, he/she never returned.

"He's been captured, just as you wished. I present to you a traitor. [throws Crix Madine to the floor]"

- IG-88G

"Excellent. You've saved me the trouble of tracking this scum down."

- Victor Lightning

"I live to serve you, Commander."

- IG-88G

"You certainly know how to please me. Now, let's see what this contemptible excuse for an officer has to reveal about Rogue Squadron and the other Rebels..."

- Victor Lightning

"[stammers in fear] Y-y-y-y-you--"

- Crix Madine

"Don't talk like you've been shaken for 4 weeks straight! SPEAK NORMALLY, YOU IDIOT!!!"

- Victor Lightning

"Y-you s-swine! You beast!"

- Crix Madine

"Don't make me kill you. You're just asking to die... Now, let's discuss how those meddling Rogues manage to destroy my projects!"

- Victor Lightning

"We don't give information to bucketheads like you! [he is promptly slapped in the face by Lightning]"

- Crix Madine

"[hisses at Madine] We don't take too kindly to derogatory slur, Rebel scum! Now, are you ready to tell us who provides information to Rogue Squadron?"

- Victor Lightning

"Actually, I have other plans. [searches frantically for his weapons and comlink, only to find nothing]"

- Crix Madine

"Looking for these? [smashes comlink and sends Colonel Jir to store the weapons away]"

- Victor Lightning

Within moments, an interrogator droid had been summoned to extract information directly from Madine's neurotransmitter. However, Madine was not willing to sell out confidential or classified information to the Galactic Empire, and he smashed the droid by throwing 5 hard punches to its "eye".

"I will not betray the New Republic! [punches the interrogator droid 5 times, smashing it]"

- Crix Madine

""New Republic"?? All I see is a bunch of Rebel scum who think they run the Galaxy with a loose system of criminals like you!"

- Victor Lightning

Lightning was nearly enraged by Madine's defiance and the destruction of the interrogator droid, but decided to use a strong Mind Trick on him.

"You will tell me all about Rogue Squadron and the rest of those Rebel scum."

- Victor Lightning

"[Colonel Daine Jir and Major Sanford Nimitz listen to the interrogation; Madine talking indistinctly]"

- Daine Jir

The information Crix had provided was 2 hours long, but he snapped out of the trance 3 minutes after he finished telling the Commander.

"Wait a second! I'm not telling you anything!"

- Crix Madine

"You already did..."

- Victor Lightning

"WHAT?!"

- Crix Madine

"Why did you betray us?"

- Victor Lightning

"..."

- Crix Madine

"WHY DID YOU BETRAY US??!!!!!!"

- Victor Lightning

"[snaps back at him] I'LL TELL YOU NOTHING ELSE!!!"

- Crix Madine

At that point, Lightning was very angry and enraged, and he immediately punched Madine in the face.

"Your father was extremely defiant as well, sending information to the Rebels. I had no regrets for his death... So, are there any last words from you, Tricks Madine?"

- Victor Lightning

"I have no last words for you, cold-blooded Imp!"

- Crix Madine

Victor couldn't take it anymore. That slur was very offensive to Imperial personnel, and it offended him severely. He pulled out his Disruptor pistol. The last sentence he said to Madine was: "I'll put up with your constant defiance and your Rebel bravado, but NO ONE... calls me an Imp! Good riddance, traitor!! [fires his Disruptor pistol, destroying Madine at a molecular level]"

- Victor Lightning

And with that, Crix Madine was silenced forever.

Final Nerve Snapped
In 16 ABY, Rogue Squadron had performed a maneuver that duct-taped his attention to them, and also infuriated him more than ever before. They had destroyed his Galaxy Gun facility, the Prefsbelt IV Imperial Academy, and five Sovereign Star Dreadnoughts orbiting the planet Endor, as well as the Imperial occupation forces guarding New Alderaan. At this point, he could not take anymore of Rogue Squadron's antics. This had driven him to extreme, blind fury, and he delivered an inflammatory and furious message. The first to receive this message were Galactic Squadron and the Blitzgruppe:

"[after hearing the report] Ergh... GAEEAAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!! [slams his fist down 11 times] ICH WERDEN TÖTEN DASS ROGUE GESCHWADER SCŪM!!!!!!"

- Victor Lightning

"[storms onto the bridge, slams his fist down, screaming with all of his effort and might] DESTROY ROGUE SQUADRON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

- Victor Lightning

"[on comlink with Nimitz] Destroy Rogue Squadron! [turns off comlink]"

- Daine Jir

"[yelling to the crew of the Thunder Bolt ] Destroy Rogue Squadron!!"

- Sanford Nimitz

[at the secret Imperial base on Endor (planet)]

"Destroy Rogue Squadron!!"

- Arnold Zolern

"Zerstören Rogue Geschwader!!"

- BG-105

"Destroy Rogue Squadron!"

- Ground Controller

"[left arms raised in the air, all 5 fingers pointed like a claw towards the Thunder Bolt, saluting Lightning] DESTROY!"

- Blitzgruppe

"[left arms raised in the air, all 5 fingers pointed like a claw towards the Thunder Bolt, saluting Lightning] DESTROY!!"

- Galactic Squadron

"[left arms raised in the air, all 5 fingers pointed like a claw towards the Thunder Bolt, saluting Lightning] DESTROY ROGUE SQUADRON!!!"

- the entire garrison

Soon all Imperial forces across the Galaxy had one thing on their mind: Destroy Rogue Squadron.

The anxious Commander even hired bounty hunters and offered a reward for captured Rebel personnel, triple the reward for Rogue Squadron pilots (though he never intended to keep the hired criminals alive). He also called on the Hurrim, the Viraxo, the Black Sun, and the Eagle's Talon thugs to gun down any Rebel ships they find on sight. The Corporate Sector Authority was not amused by the assistance from criminals and assassins, however, and was about to single-handedly declare war on the Empire, until the crafty Imperial Commander bribed them with 590000000 credits. They immediately agreed, but soon, word reached the Rebel Alliance that the entire Galaxy was after them. To Rogue Squadron, it became very clear for them that in order for the scheme to fail, they had to terminate Lightning. However, they were in no position to take on a huge combined army alone, even with help from Dunari and the Azzameens. The Bespin Wing Guard was unorganized and they had no army, just a security force. Hanoon and Krant had armies, but there were too few of them, even together.

Personality and traits
"There's no room in the Universe for iron fists!! Freedom is the only way!!"

When it came to the fate of the Galaxy, Lightning was highly in favor of democratic systems of government. He had a strong contempt of tyrants, dictators, corrupt monarchs, smugglers, crime lords, bounty hunters, and criminals. However, what he hated the most was what he called the insurgent threat of the Rebel Alliance.

While in battle, Lightning was completely merciless to his enemies, yet he was very friendly towards allies. He would show great contempt to those who viewed him as an enemy.

The Imperial commander also had a grudging rivalry with the famed Rebel fighter group known as Rogue Squadron.

"Let's get one thing straight. I don't like hotshots. They are overconfident, they hardly ever follow orders, and they're semi-suicidal maniacs; given to the fact that they nearly always get killed at some point! They're less likely to survive than real pilots."

- Commander Lightning discussing to Colonel Jir about the incompetence of hotshots

Because of their cockiness and occasional defiance of orders, he had come to detest hotshots, especially hotshot pilots. So as a result, they were not allowed to join the Galactic Empire.

"Ckehahaha...!!!!"

- Victor Lightning

He also had a habit of using his signature cackle whenever he cornered his adversary or when the moment was appropriate. Whenever someone heard the sound, most would be overcome with fear, or just stand motionlessly in shock.

On his travels, Victor would be accompanied by Blitzgruppe Storm Commandos, and occasionally by Destroyer Droids.

Lightning's TIE Hunter
The TIE Hunter was his favorite of starfighters. After the battle of Fondor, it was used exclusively by him. Modifications to its speed, firepower, weapons, and the hyperdrive made this starfighter a threatening sight to the Alliance. In addition, an internal shield generator was installed, and the shield it projected was impenetrable to any weapons known, unknown, or discovered. The hull was refitted with an extremely dense alloy that would screen the ship from all attacks, in case the shields failed to stop the enemy weapon. In addition, there was an automated rear turbolaser turret, that would not only defend the starfighter, but also deliver the firepower of an XX-9 Heavy Turbolaser to destroy most starfighter-class ships in one shot.

To prevent the ship from ever falling into enemy hands, Lightning installed a code-lock and fail-safe system with an indecipherable code that Lightning did not even confounded with the most intelligent droids; it was a code that only he knew.

The Thunder Bolt


"It may be small, but it's a deadly vessel. In one of our missions, the Thunder Bolt blasted 32 of our fighters into pieces, and 3 of our cruisers were vaporized by its main weapon."

- Crix Madine

The Immobilizer 418 Cruiser's ability to prevent the enemy from jumping into hyperspace was remarkable in Lightning’s eyes, and therefore, Lightning's command ship was one. It was frequently guarding the flagship of the Imperial Fleet, and it also presented itself as a command ship, creating a difference between the terms "flagship" and "command ship". It underwent extensive modifications to fit his needs, and he would dub it the Thunder Bolt. The long-lost Vor'Na'Tu that had been crushed into fine dust by Luke Skywalker soon caught his attention. He would soon suppress the Vor'Na'Tu back into its solid original form. The artifact was then used to power the new main weapon of the Thunder Bolt's hyperlaser. He also knew about the dangers of the Hypermatter Annihilator, and the extreme inefficiency of its power supply. Therefore, he would use a secondary Holocron as the ship's energy source. The Heavy Turbolasers not only were powerful, but they were modified to be highly accurate, even downing the quickest starfighters with a single shot. The bridge was defended by a prototype Turbolaser, and the command deck was swarmed with TurboMissile Turrets and Heavy Turbolasers. These additions made this deadly ship a threatening sight for any Rebel pilot.

Talents and abilities
His powers and skills were considered high in the eyes of his peers. In fact, they were believed unmatched even by Anakin Skywalker or Yoda. What really set him apart from the others was his ability to use both a lightsaber and a ranged weapon, such as a blaster, at the same time, with uncanny accuracy, which made him a dangerous adversary on both terms. Despite being Force-sensitive, no other Force-sensitives are able to sense his presence or pinpoint his strikes. This may be due to an unknown ability that no one else had possessed. Also, another unique ability was the enhanced Plant Surge, which allowed the ability to affect other lifeforms as well. In addition, the presence of Dark Side energy had no effect on him; in fact, even using Dark Side associated abilities or channeling fierce emotions, such as anger or hatred, did nothing to corrupt him. Another trait that set him apart from other Force-sensitives was the advanced Mind Trick that allowed him to confuse even the strongest-minded individuals.

Force Lightning was his favorite of all of his abilities, and occasionally he would combine them with other similar powers, such as Force Chain Lightning, Force Storm (lightning), Electric Judgment, Force Drain, and Force Storm (weather).

He had mastered all 7 forms of lightsaber combat, and remains unchallenged by his adversaries. In addition to the mastery of the forms, he also created his own form of lightsaber combat: Form VIII: Blitz, or The Way of the Storm.

Below lists many (but not all) of his abilities:
 * Force Flight
 * Force Lightning
 * Force Chain Lightning
 * Mind Trick
 * Force Blind
 * Electric Judgment
 * Force Storm (wormhole)
 * Force Storm (lightning)
 * Force Storm (weather)
 * Midichlorian Manipulation
 * Invulnerability
 * Invincibility
 * Force Jump
 * Force Push
 * Force Speed
 * Force Pull
 * Force Choke
 * Force Grip
 * Force Crush
 * Excellent Intelligence
 * Extreme Force-sensitivity Factor
 * Force Illusion
 * Force Clone
 * Force Healing
 * Force Meditation
 * Incredible Agility
 * Force Stealth
 * Force Shock
 * Force Stun
 * Force Orb
 * Force Destruction
 * Force Blow
 * Force Repulse
 * Force Wave
 * Force Whirlwind
 * Force Light
 * Force Fear
 * Force Horror
 * Force Insanity
 * Mind Control
 * Force Persuasion
 * Force Corrupt
 * Force Projection
 * Control Pain
 * Force Sense
 * Spear of Midnight Black
 * Force Form
 * Force Weapon
 * Force Confusion
 * Force Burst
 * Bolt of Hatred
 * Shape-shifting
 * Lightsaber/Blaster Dexterity
 * Torture by Chagrin
 * Dopplegänger
 * Force Phantom
 * Resist Stun
 * Force Resistance
 * Force Purification
 * Force Immunity
 * Deadly Sight
 * Force Armor
 * Force Reflex
 * Force Blinding
 * Force Blast
 * Force Suppression
 * Force Breach
 * Force Call
 * Sith Magic
 * Alter Image
 * Alter Environment
 * Alter Damage
 * Phase
 * Create Force Wraith
 * Ray
 * Quey'tek
 * Plant Surge (enhanced)
 * Force Spawn
 * Force Tornado
 * Force Emulate

Fighting Style, Strategy, and Tactics
"To win a war, you must play dirty!"

- Victor Lightning

Lightning was not a chivalrous fighter. In fact, fighting fair was an option he always avoided choosing. Despite his skill, he often used vicious and underhanded tactics to defeat (and most often, kill) his adversary. When there was an opportunity for a distraction, he never hesitated to use it.

Environmental hazards (such as falling trees, boulders, dangerous weather, etc) were never ignored by him, either, as he would use the environment around him to his advantage.

Sometimes, Victor would even use a ranged weapon in tandem with his lightsaber, preferably his MSD-32 Disruptor.

Whether it was an enemy soldier, a collaborator, or just a civilian who hated him or the Galactic Empire, it made no difference to him. Lightning was willing to kill anyone who acted against him, or anyone who even uttered a hateful and/or oppressive remark that would stir up violence or hatred against the Galactic Empire.

Behind the Scenes
One of the frequent running gags is that whenever Victor Lightning utters a swear word, he is always censored out by the bleep sounds.

Another running gag involves everyone in the Galaxy (except the Galactic Empire and his closest friends) being completely oblivious to the fact that he is comprised entirely of Electro-Nucleic Energy.