Yanibar Tales

Yanibar Tales is an anthology of stories set within the Force Exile Series written by Atarumaster88. The fourth overall story of the Force Exile Series, Yanibar Tales continues the adventures of Selusda Kraen and the Yanibar refugees.

Preface
''Welcome, my friend, to a galaxy far, far away. Enter the realm of Jedi and bounty hunters, soldiers and droids, rulers and beggars, aliens and humans. From Stackpole’s Corellians to Traviss's Mandalorians, immerse yourself in a universe with the exotica of Zahn, the wit of Allston, the grimness of Stover, the daring of Ostrander, the imagery of Luceno, the detail of Wallace, and most importantly, the vision of George Lucas, to whom we owe it all. And if you listen close enough, you’ll hear the sweet sounds of John Williams’ score in the background. Welcome to Star Wars.''

''Greetings, traveler. What brings you here to our remote corner of space? There’s little of value here if you’re after money, and little action for a thrill-seeker. After all, what significance does a dusty Outer Rim world have to the big galaxy out there? No, we’re a simple folk here on Yanibar, content to mind our own business and let the galaxy minds its own. Now, what did you say you wanted? Stories? Ah, you want to know if the scattered myths of three hundred years ago are true, if the legends of a great power that once lived here are more than old wives’ tales. They are. Once, this world was home to a great people-nothing special by themselves, but united, capable of great things. They lived and died here, all those years ago, as surely as you and I are standing right here. So, pull up a chair, grab something to drink, and I’ll tell you some of the old Yanibar tales.''

Crossroads

 * Story at Crossroads

Set in 14 BBY, Crossroads continues the story of the characters of the Force Exile trilogy a year after the events of Force Exile III: Liberator as Selusda Kraen, Milya Tayrce, and Spectre embark on a mission to the world of Ord Cestus. However, things do not go as planned and the trio must improvise if they are to complete their goal and escape with their lives!


 * Dramatis Personae


 * , Jedi Master
 * Selusda Kraen, Yanibar Guard
 * Spectre, Yanibar Guard
 * Milya Tayrce, Yanibar Guard
 * , starship pilot

Thunderchief

 * Story at Thunderchief

Set in 12 BBY, it is a crucial time for the inhabitants of the Yanibar refuge. Three years into their existence, a burgeoning force of brave defenders has arisen, dubbed the Yanibar Guard and tasked with the defense of the colony. But with their accomplished leaders away on an important mission, it is up to the untested handful to stand firm when the fragile existence of the refuge is threatened.


 * Dramatis Personae


 * Pec Deplisk, Yanibar Guard
 * Arc Leyt, Yanibar Guard
 * Sunter Mardan, Yanibar Guard
 * Oscoe Nhash, Yanibar Guard
 * Zoled Nysaal, Yanibar Guard
 * Nak “Thunder” Rieves, Yanibar Guard
 * Feran Slayn, Yanibar Guard
 * Kaileedo Tosc, Yanibar Guard

Hand in Hand

 * Story at Hand in Hand

Set in 11 BBY, Hand in Hand finds the heroes of Force Exile almost five years into the existence of the Yanibar refuge. It has prospered and the inhabitants have come together, uniting the Force exiles into one people. As if that wasn't enough cause for celebration, once again the Yanibar community has been blessed with another joyous wedding, an occasion of festivity for the lucky couple and their friends and family. However, little do the newlyweds know what sinister plans have been laid for them on their wedding night.


 * Dramatis Personae


 * Annita Daowot Knrr, Bexpress Shipping
 * Jorgesoll Knrr, Bexpress Shipping
 * Cassi Trealus Kraen, housewife
 * Sarth Kraen, Kraechar Arms
 * Selusda Kraen, Yanibar Guard
 * Spectre Kraen, Yanibar Guard
 * Olno Mada, Yanibar Governing Council
 * Milya Tayrce, Yanibar Guard
 * Sheeka Tull, starship pilot

Iron Maiden

 * Story at Iron Maiden

Set in 7 BBY, five years after her first combat zone, Feran Slayn has achieved the rank of squad sergeant. Cool, dedicated, and utterly professional, she's seen enough action to have her idealism hammered into the same pragmatic steel she once criticized in her own superiors. All is going well for her, until she returns home from a simple liaison mission gone wrong.


 * Dramatis Personae


 * Feran Slayn, Yanibar Guard

Hard Code

 * Story at Hard Code

It is 0 BBY, and armed rebellion against the Empire has begun flaring up around the galaxy. For their parts, the Force exiles are not immune from the lure of a chance to strike against the Empire. Teaming up with an elite Yanibar Guard unit, Cresh Squad, they launch a daring and seemingly foolhardy mission against an Imperial target, unaware of the full depth of the Empire's malice, unaware of just how dangerous this mission is.


 * Dramatis Personae


 * Milya Tayrce Kraen, Yanibar Guard Intelligence
 * Sarth Kraen, Kraechar Arms
 * Selusda Kraen, Yanibar Guard
 * Spectre Kraen, Yanibar Guard
 * Dex Naresco, Yanibar Guard
 * Iostain Tacnell, Imperial Navy

First Impressions

 * Story at First Impressions

Before the devastating Clone Wars, before the purge that wiped out the Jedi Order, the Jedi were the galactic guardians of peace and galaxy. To perpetuate this role, Jedi Masters took apprentices, called Padawans, to pass on the Jedi way. This story tells of a Padawan named Selusda Kraen and his struggle to earn recognition and become a Jedi. Even at the relative sanctity of the Jedi Temple, Selu must overcome external obstacles and emotional conflicts to stay on the Jedi path, and he can only succeed with the help of those around him.


 * Dramatis Personae


 * Cin Drallig, Jedi Master
 * Ylenic It'kla, Jedi Master
 * Bairdon Jace, Jedi Padawan
 * Plo Koon, Jedi Master
 * Selusda Kraen, Jedi Padawan
 * Serra Keto, Jedi Padawan
 * Skip, Jedi Padawan
 * Aubrie Wyn, Jedi Padawan

Upcoming stories
Upcoming stories in the Yanibar Tales anthology include
 * Spared, set in 5 ABY
 * Rogues and Paladins, set in 7 ABY
 * Cloak and Datapad

Development

 * See Behind the scenes of Yanibar Tales

Disclaimer
This work aims to not conflict with canon, as established by Lucasfilm, Ltd. As with all Force Exile works, all terms copyrighted by Lucasfilm, Ltd. are their sole intellectual property, and the author does not seek to infringe on those copyrights. All comments should be left on the author's talk page or on the Yanibar Tales talk page. Also, edits to the anthology should be confined to spelling and grammar corrections. This work contains sci-fi action violence, mild profanity, some implied sexuality, and scenes that may not be appropriate for children. User discretion is advised.

Special thanks to Darth tom and Jedi Master 76 for their assistance with the ending of Iron Maiden.