4 BBY — Chandrila — Arya leans over the ancient Jedi texts sprawled across her workbench, her fingers tracing the contours of the pages as she delves deeper into the lore of the Jedi Temple Guard. The dim light of her workshop casts flickering shadows across the scattered tools and materials, creating an atmosphere ripe for inspiration. She pauses, captivated by an illustration of a suit of armor that resembles her own—a striking match with intricate designs and a mask that gives it away as a Jedi Temple Guard suit.
“This is it,” Arya whispers to herself, excitement bubbling up within her. “This isn’t just ceremonial. This armor was made for protection.”
She recalls the stories she read about the Temple Guards, valiant protectors of the Jedi Order who stood against the Sith in this very armor. The knowledge she gathers fills her with determination, and she can almost feel the echoes of their battles reverberating through time.
She decides to try on the armor, her heart racing as she slips into it. The lightweight material feels almost ethereal against her skin, a stark contrast to the heavy leather duster she usually wears. She marvels at how it moves with her, the reinforced sections providing a comforting sense of security. The cloak drapes gracefully around her, and she can’t help but smile. It’s everything she imagined and more.
As her fingers glide over the mask, she studies the electronics intricately woven into the right side. A concealed button catches her eye, and with a hint of trepidation, she presses it. A soft light illuminates the interior, casting a gentle glow around her, and she quickly turns it off, relieved to find it safe.
Fitting the mask onto her face, she discovers that it activates a heads-up display (HUD) in her right eye. The world around her sharpens, enhanced by a digital overlay that brings clarity to her surroundings. “Incredible,” she muses, testing the zoom function and marveling at the precision it affords her.
Curiosity piqued, Arya explores the mask’s other functions. She experiments with her voice, discovering that it recognizes vocal commands. “Display on,” she instructs, and the HUD flickers to life. “Comms on.” The faint hum of communication buzzes in her ear. “Zoom in.” The landscape beyond her shifts closer, revealing fine details. “Volume up,” she tests, and the sound amplifies, thickening the air around her with clarity.
As she continues to tinker, Arya grows more confident, experimenting with the various features. She flips the lights off, and to her amazement, the mask switches to heat signatures. It’s a game changer.
“Now that’s what I’m talking about,” she grins, exhilarated by the possibilities. She reaches for her lightsaber, igniting it, and watches as the blade glows vibrantly against the dark backdrop. The mask’s technology ensures she isn’t blinded by the brilliance of her weapon. It’s tailored to her, but she notes the adjustment points—there’s room for customization.
Taking off the armor, Arya examines it closely, jotting down her measurements and observations. She’s determined to replicate this functionality in her own designs, perhaps integrating a similar HUD into the hood of her hooded robe.
For the next couple of days, Arya immerses herself in research, studying the designs and functions of the armor. She sketches out plans for the components she needs to make: the tunic, hooded cloak, belt, and bracers. The specifications come to life in her mind: two soak, one ranged defense, and one melee defense overall, with low encumbrance.
After days of meticulous crafting, Arya successfully completes the tunic. She examines it with pride, knowing it offers good defense while remaining lightweight and functional. The design echoes the Jedi Temple’s aesthetic, imbued with purpose.
The challenge of crafting the hooded robe proves more difficult than anticipated. Despite her best efforts, her first attempt fails to meet her standards. Arya learns a valuable lesson: measure thrice, cut once.
Refusing to let her earlier setback deter her, Arya dedicates herself to crafting a new hooded robe. This time, she succeeds, creating a garment that despite its lightness, provides greater defense and durability. The complexity of the design is a testament to her skill, and she can’t help but feel a sense of accomplishment as she reflects on the ancient fabric she used. However, an unforeseen repair flaw emerges, leaving Arya at a loss. She spends hours troubleshooting, trying to discover the source of the error but to no avail.
Determined to move forward, Arya shifts her focus to the bracers and utility belt. She thoroughly researches the designs, ensuring that they are adjustable for fit.
With the bracers and belt completed, Arya tackles the challenge of modifying the electronics for the hood. She integrates comms and an enhanced optics package, but the complexity of the task proves daunting. Despite her efforts, she struggles to make it work, feeling frustrated and defeated.
With two weeks behind her and refusing to give up, Arya develops a new design for the hood’s electronics. The headband, equipped with comms and enhanced optics, features a fastener inside the hood. The results yield an Enhanced Optics Suite, adding incredible value to her work. She succeeds in creating and installing the components in the hood.
With newfound confidence, Arya sets to work crafting her own version of the Enhanced Optics headband. Her efforts prove successful, and she creates a unique piece that will undoubtedly aid her in whatever challenging environments she encounters in the future.
A week later as her final task, Arya replicates the Hooded Temple Robe, ensuring it meets all her specifications and remains true to her design. The end result is a stunning piece that embodies her dedication and skill.
When the commission is completed, Arya contacts Kleya Marki to inform her of its success. With each piece of armor crafted, Arya’s confidence grows, and she feels more connected to the legacy of the Jedi. The journey ahead is still uncertain, but with the knowledge and skills she has developed, she is ready to face whatever challenges lie ahead.