[LTC - L19 - Shumavar - AE] Jungle Expedition

Being veterans of the galactic civil war, TK-3193 "Soont" and TK-4076 "Rik" had already been comrades when the second Death Star was destroyed. A while ago, the two had even started referring to each other with their real names, which didn't comply with Imperial norms but since Jakku, many things had changed. Now they served under Emperor Ashlon.

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Once again, Rik and Soont set off on a mission together, having been tasked with exploring the equatorial region of Shumavar. The two comrades were happy not to be sent on a combat mission, however, they were not prepared for the heat and humidity they encountered in the planet's lush jungle.

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After hours of cutting a path through the dense undergrowth, the pair noticed the foliage thinning out until they came across a small stream.
Agreeing to take a rest, the troopers took off their helmets to catch some fresh air. Soont had gotten so hot in his armor that he took it off and used the opportunity to wash off the dirt and mud that had settled on the armor during their exhausting march. Feeling the cool water on his hands, Soont started washing his face. The water droplets ran down his forehead, over his cheeks and down the chin. It felt as if they were not only washing away the grime but the heavy, sweltering heat aswell. Refreshed, he got up to put on his armor knowing that soon enough, they would have to continue the tiring expedition.

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