Taka Aioko

Taka Aioko
Biographical Information
Race	Thyferran
Homeworld	Thyferra
Mother	Naoki Aioko
Father	Sono Aioko
Spouse	Craulani Ortesma
Siblings	None
Children	None
Born	Over 42 years ago
Physical Description
Gender	Male
Height	5'8" (173cm)
Coloring	Brown
Hair Color	Black
Eye Color	Brown
Political Information
Affiliation	New Republic
Rank	Former CoS
Positions	None
Prior Affiliation	Outback Industries (Year 8)
Awards	Detailed below

Taka Aioko is a Thyferran Jedi best known for his two terms as Chief of State of the New Republic.

Before holding that position Taka Aioko worked exclusively in civil sectors, and covered many positions leading several nationalized companies, eventually becoming Minister of State. He calls himself a man of action, and he was awarded two Outstanding Excellence and two Hydian Star of Excellence medals.

As Minister of State, he worked in the restructure of the New Republic organization and was appointed Second in Command of the New Republic. Before his election to Chief of State, he commanded successfully Operation Chiron, aimed at liberating the planet Sacorria from CorSec and the Galactic Empire, for which he earned the Perlemian Star of Freedom.

Soon after elected Taka Aioko successfully commanded two other operations: Operation Blackbeard, which liberated two planets from Eidola (Galus and Hararyn), and Operation Argos which liberated Adbauniac from Black Sun.

Aioko was re-elected in Year 13 Day 17, becoming the very first sentient to have filled the role of Chief of State for two consecutive administrations. In addition to be a record per se, his two-year administration managed to break what the galaxy had called "the curse of the NR CoS," referring to the past gloom history of the New Republican Chiefs of State.

Taka Aioko's double election made him the sixth and seventh Chief of State of the New Republic, despite some sources indicate Cheda Quche as the seventh CoS.

Biography

Physical Description

Taka Aioko is a tall Thyferran man with a lean frame. He has dark hair and brown skin, and looks to be around forty-two years of age. He wears formal jedi gear most of the time, but enjoys wearing Hawaiian shirts when he is kicking back. He is very active and full of energy, which often spurs others onward. He is easy going and straight forward, maintaining a sense of calm through adversity.

Early Years

Taka was born in the human colony of Mirega on Thyferra. The world is a primary source for bacta, and farming is a way of life there. As a youth Taka would labor with his father, working their land to produce Alahzi to be used in bacta creation. It was hard, back-breaking work, but as a young man Taka learned to value the simple things in life, that anything worth having must be earned. His mother, Naoki, was a beautiful, gentle hearted woman and his father, Sono, was a hardworking man of the land.

Growing up he always had a special place in his heart for starships and space travel. Late at night after working the fields all day he would look through a book he owned that detailed various starships. He must have read through it a thousand times, but it didn't matter. Any chance he had to see a ship or even set foot in one he was there. After his parents died due to a virus, he longed to leave the planet but it was almost impossible under the rule of the Empire. While he enjoyed the simple life of Thyferra, he knew deep down inside that if he were to stay here he would forever wonder what might have happened.

Eventually the New Republic liberated the planet and Taka decided it was a good moment to travel to their Capital Planet, Adbatar.

Corellian Transport Services

In Year 8 Day 119 by chance or by the Force and while travelling around Adbatar City, Taka made the acquaintance of Johnny Moon, a Corellian Transport Services (CTS) officer who offered him a job in the company. Taka quickly adopted Johnny as a father figure and kept in contact for a long time, even after Johnny was found to be force sensitive and left to join the Jedi Order.

Taka thoroughly enjoyed himself while working for CTS. He was doing the things he loved and he excelled in his pilot training, quickly moving up to captain of a starship. He also met a lot of friends that he learned to depend on along the way like, Kit, Adhrakon, Van, Mosiah, Nathos, Rebekka, Lani, Jenssar, Kurva, Draelin and Azzi, who would eventually become his main mentor.

Things were really looking up for Taka and he was becoming very successful, and just when he thought things couldn't get any better he met her. Her name was Craulani Ortesma and she was the most beautiful woman he'd ever seen. They quickly became good friends and continued in this way for a while. However, they were both just starting out in their careers and were hesitant to take the relationship any further. Sadly, they fell out of contact for a while when Taka was sent to help outside CTS.

Taka's Signature in CTS.

Taka was sent by Kit Lorcan, his CTS liason, to work with RMC (led by Nov Chebot) and Alph Virpen on the reconstruction of Tierfon after the war against the 12 Colonies. Taka worked side by side with other pilots like Braiden Novalis.

The New Republic at the time was under a constant state of turmoil, and after a couple of months working in that project and a tax planet with them, Nov, Alph and Kit quit the NR leaving Taka's career in a crossroads: with all his direct bosses gone he decided to leave as well, just a couple of days before Amun Sokar would loot RMC.

While in CTS Taka started the Thyferran Social Club, a place for Thyferrans from all around the galaxy and from all sort of goverments to keep in touch. The list of Thyferrans included Alanna Taralom, Joss Jericho, Selene Tal-Kyrte, Bento Hadaar, Aeternal Conclave, Mabilah Gaian, En Sabah Nur, Sylesta Orion, Kaede Kazegami, Craulani Ortesma, Hiyo Rogo, Wolfgang Rasolam, Kaito Mizuno and many more other non-thyferran friends.

Outback Industries

Young Taka in OI.

When the New Republic's growth stalled he decided to pursue other ventures and when his Thyferran friend Selene Tal-Kyrte asked him for a hand in Outback Industries (OI) he just couldn't refuse. After working and getting to know Selene better they both discovered they had the shared dream of rebuilding their home planet, Thyferra, and OI could be a great tool for it. Tragically this dream came crashing down when Adam Flynn and his gang looted the NR and took over Thyferra.

As soon as Taka heard the news about the coup in the New Republic, he grabbed his pilot suit and hurried to lend a hand, rescuing a few people like Republic Medical Doctor Keishi Miahr and SFC Marshal Jack Niels. The damage was already done and Taka soon returned to OI.

Taka quickly became OI's leader, and the successful was big. The company grew from just a handful of members to over 30 people, allowing them to become the backbone of the Tamerin Foundation. He recruited many people who would later become friends and follow him back to the New Republic, like Walter Griffiths, Colin Saracco and Kristina Roberts.

Taka continued on in his life, fulfilling several positions in government at different points in time, such as Counselor, Governor and Lord Lieutenant. Taka also performed as a diplomat for the New Anzatan Order in the New Republic mediation between NAO and Kathol Republic.

But before leaving the New Republic he had promised he would go back in a non distant future. Many of his longtime friends were still with the NR and he sorely missed them, especially Lani, whom he happened to run into when he previously returned to assist during the aftermath of the coup. After making the decision to return he started talking with her again and this time it was clear there were feelings of more than just friendship present. As Taka got more involved in Anzatan politics he didn't like what he saw, he described their leader Wilhelm von Ismay as the equivalent of a third world dictator, someone who had many lackies around. Those people would flatter him when in front of him and plan his assassination the rest of the time. Not long after Taka resigned to all of his positions and titles and returned to the New Republic, with his journey in the Tamerin Foundation only lasting six months.

Republic Medical

Since he first joined the New Republic, Taka was always interested in Republic Medical. His Thyferran blood had always made Taka interested in pursuing a career as a doctor. While he was still in CTS he started taking his medical classes, where Sylesta Orion was the teacher. With time he made many more friends, like Cyon, Mabilah Gaian, Kaito, Keishi (who would meet Wilhelm von Ismay through Taka, and later got married) and Sephe Nighthawk.

When Taka decided to go back to the New Republic, joining Republic Medical was no brainer. Taka was able to repeat the success he had in OI, taking command of the operations department, where he reinstated the RMSUs and recruited many members. While coordinating with the medical area and the military Taka met someone who'd become one of his most admired and trusted friends, Jahu Skyla, also known as Husky.

Just after a few months of coming back, Taka didn't like what he saw in the Republic's leadership. He grew more and more suspicious of the likes of Edhrikor Tlakh'sar and Owen von Ismay, so he decided to get more involved.

At the same time Taka and Lani continued to meet, often, and developed a much deeper relationship. Taka proposed to Lani, who though surprised at the suddenness of it all, felt the same and she accepted. They planned the wedding for a few months out while Taka settled into his new job working the medical department of the NR and Lani departed on a long mission. Upon her return they were wed and enjoyed a wedding full of love and happiness.

Associate Minister of Technology

Recruited by his old mentor Azzi Blackgate, who at the time had become Minister of Trade & Industry and a Jedi Knight, Taka is appointed as Associate Minister of Technology, overseeing the vehicle and droid national companies (Triton Dynamics, Industrial Automaton and Ubrikkian Industries). Azzi and Kit Lorcan continued to develop Taka's abilities as company administrator, instructing the basics of delegation. With time Taka would become what they used to call 'Nat Paramedic', someone who could take over a stalled or headless company and jump it started. During his time as Associate Minister Taka was also in charge of the Middlemen Program.

On year 9 Day 214 took over leadership at Ubrikkian Industries & Associate Minister of Technology.

On year 10 Day 90 left Ubrikkian Industries to focus on his duties as Associate Minister

On year 10 Day 118 Caitiri Ja'Brai retired as CEO of Triton Dynamics and Taka Aioko took over.

On year 10 Day 179 Industrial Automation and Triton Dynamics merged as Industrial Automaton, with Taka Aioko as CEO

On year 10 Day 120 Became second in command of Trade and Industry

On year 10 Day 199 Taka Aioko was appointed leader of Republic Medical as Kaede Kazegami went on an extended LOA

On year 10 Day 284 left Republic Medical

On year 10 Day 325 Taka Aioko was appointed leader of Incom Corporation

Minister of Trade and Industry

Shocore Planet, Vyzerod (later Tythe III).

On Year 10 Day 333 Taka Aioko is appointed as Minister of Trade and Industry. Taka's continuous work, recruiting and delegation were enough to revitalize the Ministry of Trade and Industry. As result, military and civil production bloomed, and the department was also able to help with several crisis: the galactic housing crisis (Pop Op), the galactic city decay crisis, the Boolfin and Geedon IV crisis.

The main focus during his Ministry administration was implementing solar system based nats. Before, nats had production centers in distant planets, depending on JMC for materials. Under this new plan a nat would be allocated in one system, and they would manage their own mining, aiming for efficiency and self-sufficiency.

Year 10 Day 347 Taka is replaced by Izjna Khaldho as the leader of Incom.

Year 11 day 86 Taka Aioko is appointed as governor of the uncharted system of Vyzerod (later Tythe). With time this system would become the base of operations for Taka, a system where he trained and planned future operations. In one of the system planets, Shocore, his influence was so big that it would become a literal symbol of freedom for the galaxy. Rates for housing there sky-rocketed in because of this and millions of citizens decided to move to different parts of this true symbol.

Minister of State

Minister of State Aioko.

On year 11 day 219 Taka Aioko is appointed as Minister of State. In this period Taka continued to remain very active and the civil side of the New Republic is able to keep fighting new galactic crisis, like the the galactic taxation crisis. Taka also kick started project Odiseo, a joint project between Republic Medical and Ubrikkian Industries which produced large amounts of medical hardware for the New Republic at large.

During this time Taka also created the position of Secretary of State, which he basically described as second in command of the Minister of State or 'Ministry Paramedic', and appointed Azzi Blackgate in that chair. Also the mass production of Home Ones in the Galactic Alliance started.

Due to his continuous work in the handling of day to day general obligations, Taka is appointed Second in Command of The New Republic. During that time Taka also noticed that the New Republic had tactical advantage in a few enemy planets, so he begins researching and planning the feasibility of their liberation. Time was a big factor due to the city decay crisis and inminent volatility of the solar system reorganization. Operation Chiron is conceived and executed, triggering what's also known as Battle of Sacorria (later Callos VII).

On year 11 Day 353 following a rebellion against the Empire, the NR helped toward Sacorria's independency. Brute force was not quite enough to keep the citizens of Sacorria down, as they have stepped up and taken power from the old leader, long hailed as a puppet of CorSec, and forced all CorSec-aligned politicians to resign their positions, ceding power to local control. Six days later Sacorria held elections and decided to join the New Republic.

Chief of State, First Term

On year 12 Day 17 Taka Aioko became the sixth Chief of State for the New Republic by getting 96 votes and Ghon Webb finished as runner-up with 17.

Advisory Council:

Taka's original Advisory Council had a fewchanges compared to his predecessor, Dan Russ replaced Kapryn and Cheda Quche replaced Gryffin Grayurra. Taka's old position (MoS) was occupied by Andre Gualdieri, and at the same time Twiggy Samp took over the position of MoCE. Taka said at the time "A team not only needs good and skilled people to work well, it also needs that chemistry that makes each person have a complementary role according to the rest. So these 2 past weeks we've been thinking hard how would be the best configuration for a working Advisory Council and talking to all the people involved."

During his administration Taka also adopted many special advisors, in particular experienced citizens and AC's 2ICs.

The complete original Advisory Council was:

CMO Dan Russ.

High Marshal Lance Nightsky.

High Admiral Josh Jericho.

High General Orion Chran.

High Ambassador Cheda Quche.

Minister of State Andre Gualdieri.

MoCE Franco Nejo.

MoNR Twiggy Samp.

MoT&I Jay Ceveri.

Director Edvin Simson.

On year 12 day 45 after Andre's absence he was replaced by Franco Nejo as MoS, and Franco's position as MoCE is taken by Walter Griffiths.

One day later Franco appointed Natalis Oro as Secretary of State.

On year 12 day 104 Lukastar took over as DNRI.

On year 12 day 169 Cody Starslinger took over MoCE.

On year 12 day 195 Azzi Blackgate took over MoCE.

On year 12 day 260 Biffis Maximus took over MoT&I.

On year 12 day 329 Endaro Kassan took over MoS.

On year 13 day 27 Archer Oaz took over MoCE.

On year 13 Day 89 Lahasa Fy took over MoT&I.

On year 13 day 102 Frollo the White took over MoCE.

On year 13 Day 236 Lukastar Narvaka took over HAdm.

On year 13 Day 236 Wedge Achilles is appointed DNRI.

Private Sector:

During his campaign Taka stated that "I think a wealthy State with wealthy individuals has the most chances to succeed than any other variants, that's why everytime this discussion came up I always said we should be encouraging the private sector. And I think I've supported that with actions, for example when I took over the Ministry of Trade & Industry I encouraged our nats to remove the restriction that you would only get the New Republic discount if you didn't resell, because I thought that was a good oportunity for the regular citizen to make their own credits. Apart from that I think I've had good experiences working with different PSAs in the past, like OMC and FreiTek.

We can't provide equal opportunities for New Republic Citizens to build on New Republic planets if we don't introduce equal limitations to all private parties, including PSAs. For example, if PSAs intend to build 100% of a planet, that leaves 0% for all the other PSAs, individuals or nats. I think this isn't the direction the NR should be taking and this directly breaks the governor's act. And by the way it doesn't make much sense to have a private company collecting taxes and using entire planets for their sole profit.

Also I want to point out that the limitations we are introducing are the same for everybody and Lance posted most of them in the forums, so we are trying to be fair with everybody and offer you, me and everybody the same chances to build in our planets.

Having said that, I understand that some PSAs have the need to keep growing, and in my opinion there's options out there. One could be keep building on other planets that we need to develop, for example I wouldn't see an issue with our private sector building their FI cities where we need shields built, this way we both help each other. Another option could be PSAs acquiring their own territory from third parties, I know it's expensive but the NR could offer loans in a case by case basis."

Taka emphatically opposed the private requests to sell New Republic planets, but he provided billions of credits in loans to groups like ARE and BMF so they were able to buy their own territory.

GLBTGC and Discrimination in the Military:

During his campaign Taka stated "Well, I believe right now there's no legal recognition for any type of marriage, but if some day it changed I think the rules should be the same for traditional than for gay/lesbian/bisexual/transsexual/gender confused (and let me add interracial) couples. I don't see any real reason why we should limit how two mature people can relate in a sentimental relationship.

It's true we don't have any written policies about this in particular, but I always thought it was clear that any type of discrimination over sexual preferences could carry serious consequences. If people think it's necessary to have something written, we could add it to our military regulations or (we could) poke the Senate for a more general law."

Constitutional Amendments:

Early on his first term Taka proposed two Constitutional amendments to the Senate:

Removing the Pardon Power from the Chief of State and limiting the amount of consecutive terms for the Chief of State to two. The first proposal didn't get enough support in the Senate but the second one was passed for referendum and became part of the Constitution later on.

Regarding the Pardon Power Taka said in an interview "Giving the CoS this power with no guidelines is giving a blank check, it can be easily used and abused. It goes against several basic justice principles, like the one that says everyone is supposed to be equal before the law, but a pardon right now can be applied on a whim or on a biased level, there's no guides for consistency. Also the rule of law, in its most basic form, is the principle that no one is above the law, but in this case basically the Chief of State is." Later he added than the alternative of "adding guidelines instead, would basically be creating a Supreme Court made of one person."

Later he added "I also take issue on how the proposal was treated in the Senate, how it was discussed and classified in one session, and revived in another session without declassifying the original discussion, so the public and even many Senators couldn't see many of the reasons behind it. I feel the only purpose was to slam the proposal without even providing the content to back it up."

Regarding the consecutive terms Taka told the Senate "I think a Chief of State shouldn't be able to run again after two consecutive terms, for one or two elections. I believe in a democracy a goverment shouldn't be guided by the same person indefinitely, even if that's what the people chooses. The diversity of views and opinions is what makes us grow and we should encourage that. [...] The most important thing is avoiding the potential for monopoly."

Operation Blackbeard:

Year 12 Day 34:: A new treaty was established on Galus today between governing officials and diplomats from New Republic; these documents formalize the transition of power to becoming a protected territory of the government, a move largely embraced by the citizenry.

Taka's Signature as Chief of State.

Year 12 Day 45 :: A new treaty was established on Hararyn today between governing officials and diplomats from New Republic; these documents formalize the transition of power to becoming a protected territory of the government, a move largely embraced by the citizenry.

Secretary General of the Galactic Alliance:

Taka was elected as the Secretary General of the Galactic Alliance, the first one who came from the New Republic. At the time Taka stated "It's a honor, but it's also a complicated situation, ANG's case and TSK/FF's issue has put the GA between the wall and the sword, so we all agree we need to evolve. That's the only thing we tend to agree tho. But alas, hope is the last thing that dies, so we'll keep trying, we can't fail this time."

Taka would also serve a second term as SecGen, and a new treaty was signed. The main objective was allowing non governments in the alliance, and a more fair balance of power. Mandor von Uberwald, Leader of Rogue Squadron, had this to say about Chief of State Aioko's time as SecGen:

"I've only had the chance to see Taka's leadership abilities in the course of our work in the GA. What I've noticed is that he doesn't strive to do everything himself, but instead gives the right tasks to the right people. That is what makes a good leader in my opinion.

As for his work as a SecGen within the GA, the fact that he was the man who decided to start the process of reforming the GA treaty speaks for itself. It was a job that had to be done and done in a way that would keep the GA together as an alliance. Everyone realizes that the GA is found around the NR and everything could have easily gone wrong. Taka tried it and it worked for the GA and as a perfect example - the GE tried to do a similar reform within the IU and failed miserably. That's all that has to be said I think"

Operation Argos

On year 12 Day 138 :: A new treaty was established on Adbauniac today between governing officials and diplomats from New Republic; these documents formalize the transition of power to becoming a protected territory of the government, a move largely embraced by the citizenry.

Jedi Knight:

Taka's Lightsaber, the ancient Harpe.

Year 12, day 218 Vexander Graves finds out that Taka is force sensitive.

Year 12, day 223 Azzi Blackgate agrees to take Taka under his wings once again. By accepting his tutelage, Taka gained a mentor who guided him through the Force. Taka's force skills were honed to a fine edge by his master.

Chief of State, Second Term

Year 13 Day 3 :: The Chief of State-elect resulted Taka Aioko, with 58 votes, followed by Geran Nightshadow with 14 votes and Raven Morrow with 4 votes.

The Empire declares Taka Enemy of the State and puts a bounty on him

At the end of his second term Taka said in an interview when asked what goal he was proud of accomplishing "That’s an excellent question. There were a few things that I wanted to change when I decided to run the first time. I think we had assumed a ‘can't be done’ attitude, a victim and pessimistic stance. The successful attacks on Black Sun and Eidola, as a continuation of the attack on Corellian Security Force and Galactic Empire showed the NR and our enemies that we were still out there lurking. The Chief of State curse was another thing that bothered me and I thought we needed to get rid of."