BENDU GALAXY:
Prior to 43 BBY 2160 CE:
A child is born…somewhere…at some point to Celestials– one of the first born in a long time. (At least tens of thousands of years.) They are named Nari'ad – the Wanderer/Traveler. They are expected to be bridge from their now-isolationist race to the universe beyond.
Conflict among the Celestials break out on whether or not this should happen. They have had thousands of years of relative security cut off from the younger races, other think it should be prudent to have someone like Nari'ad.
Skira, the second eldest of Kad'Harangir’s children (the avatar of Vengeance) steals her sibling away and leaves out in wilds of her family’s former domains to die. Her older brother and twin Tor, makes sure the child is found.
43-42 BBY | 2160 CE:
Kar is found by Kaan Alor’ade – A True Mandalorian aligned with Jaster Mereel– in a ruined shrine to Kad Ha'rangir, an ancient Mandalorian god on Mandalore.
Anakin Skywalker is born on Tatooine.
Ruusaan is born on Mandalore.
40 BBY | 2163 CE:
Death Watch sacks the Alor'ade stronghold on Mandalore, destroying it entirely. Juri Mirdalaan dies protecting her daughters. A grieving Kaan turns fanatical as he flees to his wife’s clan on Concord Dawn to entrust them Ruusaan, leaving the rearing of Kar to him.
39 BBY | 2164 CE:
Kar’s Force abilities manifest, leaving a Jedi envoy to Concord Dawn. They are chased off at gunpoint by a very protective Kaan, which takes the girl back to Mandalore with him to begin her training.
34 BBY | 2169 CE:
Death Watch massacre locals on Galidraan and incite Battle of Galidraan between the Jedi and True Mandalorians.
Kaan dies on Galidraan. It is debated if he was killed by a Jedi, or by his own daughter. The answer is never known.
Kaan’s brother Ven, who manipulated the skirmish now is clan leader and (grudgingly) guardian to his young ward.
The New Mandalorians, led by Adonai Kryze end the civil war with the help of the Republic. House Kryze offers amnesty to their Alor'ade Cousins– an offer that is refused by the Death Watch aligned Ven.
32 BBY | 2171 CE: (V: Cuy'val Dar )
The events of Phantom Menace occur.
Kar undergoes her verd'goten on Dxun. In reality it is an assassination attempt. She “passes” after fooling her would-be assassins and leading then in a week long chase.
Jango Fett becomes the clone template for the Clone Army and recruits some of the best of Mandalore to follow him to Kamino.
With that, Kar leaves for Kamino under the protection of her Uncle Jango and subsequently forgotten more or less.
Kar’s lifetime friendship with Mereel Skirata and the Nulls begins on Kamino.
Circa 21-22 BBY | 2180-81 CE:
Kar returns to Mandalore from Kamino. Talks between her and her cousin, the Duchess Satine, begin with hopes of avoiding another civil war. It is agreed upon Kar will not make any claims against her cousin in return she can so to the university of her choice with the blessings and support of her cousin.
Before the agreement is finalized, her uncle Ven has his Death Watch allies abduct and sell Kar to Zygerrian slavers before the cousins can come to agreement, neutralizing her as a threat and claiming she simply left on her own accord.
22 BBY | 2181 CE: (V: Clone Wars)
The events of Attack of the Clones occurs.
Kar is recruited into Republic Intelligence after being recovered from a gladiatorial ring in the Outer Rim. She becomes the Chancellor’s Hand– an agent only answerable to him. In reality she begins her tenure as his Sith Apprentice.
Kar begins to develop and building what eventually becomes QOSMA utilizing her resources her position gives her.
21-Late 20 BBY | 2181-82 CE:
After an experiment on Force Sensitive younglings goes wrong. Palpatine sends her to tie up the lose ends. Refusing to kill literal children, Kar attempts to smuggle them off world. The smugglers and children are killed by Republic Forces under Palpatine’s command.
After a confrontation with Palpatine, Kar defects from the Grand Army and leaves Coruscant with several other defectors, disappearing into Dark Space.
MILKY WAY:
19 BBY | 2183: (V: Defection)
The events of Revenge of the Sith occur.
The Jedi Purge Occurs.
While officially listed as KIA, the Emperor still has posted a bounty for information on her alive or dead
The events of Mass Effect occur.
The small Mandalorian tribe began selling their skills as mercenaries on Omega.
Kar finishes the first live iteration of QOSMA, her AI assistant in secret; rumors claim with help from Alec Ryder.
Cerberus turns their eye towards the expatriates; Project Pandora is the tenuous alliance between them, only accepted out of desperation. Cerberus allows them to afford to life; humanity gets a extra-galactic technical advantage.
18 BBY | 2184:
Kar defects from Cerberus, destroying Project Pandora and embezzling funds to assure her family’s survival
Kar’s Mandalorian band has become a bit of success, able to make ends meet. The charismatic woman soon even gathers non-Mandalorians into their fold, making as many allies as enemies.
One ally is the salarian doctor Mordin Solus. Helping both Ruusaan and Kar in there own ways; Ruusaan starting as a medical assistant, Kar finally starting her path in academia in an accelerated salarian university through connections of her “Mentor”.
18-17 BBY | 2184-85 CE: (V: Mandalore)
The formation of the first Mandalorian colony under her guidance. Soon the consequence of colonization brings them to the galactic attention.
17-16 BBY - 2185-86:
The Citadel Council offers an embassy for the Mandalorians, expecting it to be a token gesture. They would be proven wrong, their ambassador would be a champion for the people and against useless bureaucracy.
With the new influx of wealth and influence, the seeds of the Void Collective– her intelligence network– are sown.
Kar is finishing her accelerated program, a thesis focusing on reapers and indoctrination. The research piques Cerberus’ interest.
The events of Mass Effect 2 occur.
Kar is recruited as a means of getting access of her research under the guise of helping Mordin retro-engineer Collector Technology
16-15 BBY | 2186-87 CE:
The events of Mass Effect 3 occur.
Kar’s people provide aid right off the bat, she advocates for galactic alliance in the face of the a bigger threat, leaving her frustrated at the powers that be.
As expected as in her position, Kar lead her forces in the large push on Earth, coming out alive but badly wounded and traumatized.
Kar finished her thesis on the reapers, and obtains her first PhD. In the following years, she will be known as one of the few experts on the reapers and other ancient machines.
BENDU GALAXY:
15-14 BBY | 2187-88 CE: (ME V: Mandalore | SW V: Rebellion)
Kar starts to reconnect with her allies in her home galaxy; advising on the rebel cells and connecting to the Hidden Path
Through QOSMA, Kar has maintained a small presence in the Outer Rim.
The first successful galactic jump of the trabatra drive is made in secret, kept from Council’s purview and to avoid Imperial notice.
The events of Jedi: Fallen Order occur.
14-12 BBY | 2188-90 CE:
Kar crosses path with Cere in a operation recovering artifact from the Empire, starting a alliance between her and the Jedi.
Between 12-10 BBY | 2190-2192 CE:
Kar reconnects with Cere; revealing Kar's position in the Hidden Path.
Kar finally obtains her kyber crystal in a Jedha mine while scouting for the Archive.
10-9 BBY | 2192-93 CE:
Kar and Vector marry on Alderaan.
Orad is born on Alderaan.
The events of Jedi Survivor Occur
The Tanalorr Temple is founded by Cal Kestis
Kar shares her time between the temple and her Milky Way duties. She serves as a teacher and advisor, providing different perspectives from non-Jedi Force tradition and experience training with biotics.
5 BBY | 2197 CE: (V: Rebellion)
The events of Star Wars: Rebels begin.
2-1 BBY | 2200-01 CE:
Now General Alor'ade of the Alliance to Restore the Republic, Kar oversees the intelligence and underworld contacts for the Rebels, becoming the organization’s effective, if eccentric, spymistress.
Ijaan breaks free from Grissom Academy; she is found on Koboh several days later attempting join the Rebellion.
0 BBY | 2202 CE:
The events of Rogue One occur.
Vector is killed in the destruction of Alderaan.
The events of A New Hope occur.
3 ABY | 2205 CE:
The events of The Empire Strikes Back occur.
The events of Star Wars: Outlaws occur
4 ABY | 2206 CE:
The events of Return of the Jedi occur.
9 ABY | 2211 CE:
The events of The Mandalorian occur.
Between 5-34 ABY | 2207-2236 CE: (V: Werlaara)
Kar’s attention bounces between the two galaxies, her family, her research, and more.
Kar once again picks up the thread of the mystery of her existence. Her patience comes to bear fruit, way to the World Between Worlds. At last, the truth is revealed: she is being of the Force– a catalyst and bringer of change in all its forms…
34 - 35 ABY | 2236 - 2237 CE: (V: Resistance)
Once again, Kar’s self-reflection is halted and is dragged into war. Equally defiant against Mon Mothma’s decision to effectively defang the Republic, Kar pulls her support with Leia and resistance.
The events of The Force Awakens occur.
The events of The Last Jedi occur.
The events of Rise of Skywalker occur.
After 35 ABY | 2237 CE: (ME V: Cosmic Castaway | SW V: Legend)
She is once again confronted with what she is, now works to accept and come to terms with this state of being. She once again returns to Mortis, making the place her secret base of operations. If she is to be the bringer of change, an immortal among mortals, she will do this on her terms.
Circa 57 ABY | 2260 CE:
On her 100th Birthday, Kar steps down as Mandalore, after concerns of her longevity may bring stagnation to her people. This is possibly the first time the title is passed bloodlessly. She is sent off with great celebration, as befitting one called Mandalore the Eloquent. (Mand’alor te Paklalat)
Circa 168 ABY | 2371 CE:
Formal contact is made between Kar and her biological parents. It is not a total reconciliation, and the relationship tenuous at times, it would be some time before any rifts start closing.
ANDROMEDA:
Circa 355 ABY | 2558 CE:
Multi-galactic expansion begins to spread out to the known galaxies. Colonies spread across six galaxies– the Bendu, Milky Way, Andromeda, and then later named Eridian and two others.
Circa 541 ABY | 2744 CE:
Led by the Archon, the kett invade the Heleus Cluster in Andromeda; causing the conflict with the Anagara.
Circa 568 ABY | 2771 CE:
The central government of the Eridian Galaxy begins breaks down, leading to corpocratic government lead by megacorporations years later.
Circa 604 ABY | 2807 CE:
Megacorps overthrow the central government, divvying up the sectors like Feudal lords. A temporary accord is reached.
Between Circa 607 ABY | 2810 CE:
The Corporate Wars begin in the Eridian Galaxy, full out galactic civil war between the Megacorporations.
Circa 614 ABY | 2817 CE: (V: Brave New World)
As a galactic expatriate many times over, Kar finds herself again in new frontiers, arriving on the Nexus under cleverly forged information claiming her to be their first contact expert.
The Nexus arrive on Andromeda. In the attempts to settle, a revolt breaks out. Suppressed by the krogan, they are exiled,
Sloane Kelly overthrows the kett and takes over Kadara Port
The krogan depart the Nexus after being reused a voice in Nexus policies. settling New Tuckanka on Elaaden.
616 ABY | 2819 CE: (V: Brave New World)
The events of Mass Effect Andromeda occur.
Kar temporarily settles on Aya as a student and assistant to Moshae Sjefa, continuing to help the Initiative and Angara study Meridian.
ERIDIAN GALAXY:
Circa 617 ABY | 2820 CE:
The Corporate Wars end and the largest megacorp/conglomerates that we know today are the victors, controlling their respective parts of the Eridian galaxy
Circa 638 ABY | 2841 CE:
Typhon DeLeon finds the first Vault on Promethea; Atlas uses this technology to get an edge on the competition.
With every corporation eager to find their own Vault, the craze for hunting Vaults begins.
Between 661-664 ABY | 2864-67 CE: (V: Kingmaker I)
The events of Borderlands occur.
Kar is assigned to oversee the research/excavation of the Vault of the Destroyer at the request of Tassiter. After postulating it thought experiment, Jack pushes her to created the Eye of Helios using the Destroyer’s eye.
Kar and Jack have a falling out during the development of the Eye of Helios, leading to the enmity the two share for each other to this day.
Helios is constructed, Kar is now part of the D-Division, continuing her own research.
The events of Borderlands: The Pre-sequel occur.
Despite their enmity, Jack knows how desirable an asset she could be to the other Megacorps, and after some tough negotiations, convinces her remain as lead of R&D.
After many disappointments and at constant loggerheads with colleagues and leadership alike, a very disenfranchised Kar makes her departure after faking a collapse in one of her dig sites.
Between 664-666 ABY | 2867 - 2869 CE: (V: Rami'kad)
Kar’s departure leads her planet side and an eventual alliance with the local resistance.
Originally staying the Frostburn with Lilith, she moves create her own living space in the Highlands.
The events of Borderlands 2 occur.
Roland Convinces Kar to join Sanctuary both for her protection and for her abilities.
After 666-667 ABY | 2869-2870 CE:
In the chaos following Jack’s downfall, the city of Opportunity falls into Kar’s clutches. It becomes her official foothold in this galaxy.
Opportunity flourishes as a multicultural hub for the galaxy, mostly by mercantile groups, mercenaries, and those from other 5 galaxies willing to test their mettle against Pandora.
The events of Tales From the Borderlands occurs.
668 ABY | 2871 CE:
The events of Tales From the Borderlands occur.
Atlas is revived by Rhys.
The Vault of the Traveler is opened.
The Watcher warns of an upcoming War
Hector unleashes the Infected upon Pandora, leaving the Crimson Raiders to lose both Sanctuary and the Vault Key.
Opportunity becomes a haven to locals affected by the Infected and has effectively become a power to rival the Crimson Raiders.
673-674 ABY | 2876-2877 CE:
The Calypso Twins leave Nekrotafeyo, and the Children of the Vault soon quickly grow like cancer upon the borderlands.
The events of Borderlands 3 occur.
Opportunity continues to be a bastion for Pandoran civilians, effectively warding off raids by the Children of the Vault due to superior technologies and organization.
Kar returns to the Raider’s aid on Lilith’s request, providing the Raiders a capable general and tactician to bolster their seemingly dwindling chance against the COV…
674-675 ABY | 2877/2878 CE:
The Heist of the Handsome Jackpot occurs.
The events of New Tales From the Borderlands occur.
After 675 ABY | 2878 CE:
Kar returns to the temple of Tanalorr before making a tour to visit her usual haunts, the future filled with more adventure...
678-679 ABY | 2881-2882 CE (V: Chaos on Kairos):
The Events of Borderlands 4 occur.
Kar is stranded on Kairos. Originally part of joint research mission created by a consortium of groups of various galaxies, Kar returns once again to the Borderlands on a mission of study and learning, albeit with the understanding and preparedness for violence her years with the Crimson Raider on Pandora have given her. While their goal wasn't necessarily Kairos-- it had other plans. Her ship, the Nari'ad is grounded as whatever technology that is affecting the ships on the planet has also affected them as well. Using the ship as their base of operations, the team begins to survey what they can of Kairos. As Tanalorr's chosen Pathfinder and leader of the operation, Kar must protect her people and find a solution to the overarching issue of the Timekeeper's control...