Space Ghost continued his tale. Temple and the Wraith had left Bach to die on the Ghost Planet and had headed back to the Central offices of The Elite on the Planet Mintory Prime. Temple had unfinished business with The Commander Zuis Vetor, the Head of The Elite.
The Ghost Planet was not a deserted as everyone believed it seemed. An tall alien had made the planet his home. He had found Thaddeus dying, and had taken him back to a near by cavern that served as his home.
Although the Alien lived in a Cave, it contained a lot of amazing equipment. He used some of it to help heal Bach. At first the Alien was unable to communicate with Bach, and due to his injuries Bach was unable to speak either. When Bach was able to sit up in bed he gestured that he wanted his Uniform. The Uniform has in a mess, all of the defensive Tech had been stripped away by the Wraith. But included and built into the protective mesh was a device able to translate any Alien tongue. However, this has been smashed beyond repair. Some of the tech in what was left of his Uniform was damaged, and Bach thought he may be able to salvage some. But for now Bach had no way of translating the words that the tall Alien was saying.
However, the Alien seemed very interested in the damaged communicator. He pointed to it and Bach and patted his chest. So Bach handed to the tall Alien. Who smiled. And thumped his chest again. The he got up and poured a bowl of soup that he had been cooking on the open fire. The soup was interesting, Bach had tasted better, but at least this was food. And After eating Bach fell asleep.
The following morning Bach food the communicator beside him on the bed. It had been repaired. The Alien introduced himself as Salomon. Bach was intrigued to how Salomon had managed to fix it so quickly.
Asking Salomon this, Salomon replied " Me Build, Me a Maker !" and patted his chest and smiled.
Over the next few weeks Salomon helped heal Thaddeus. They become friends and both started sharing information about one another. Salomon was quite the inventor it seemed. He repaired what was left of Bach's uniform, and told him that parts of its design were his. He knew that off worlder's had visited this planet, and some of them had stolen many artifacts and Tech. It transpired that Salomon had caused the destruction on this so called Ghost Planet himself. He had built terrible weapons.
He had build weapons to help finish a War that had broken out, thousands of years before. Weapons he did not think anyone would use, but the threat of using them would he believed bring peace. This was not the case. Both sides had obtained these weapons, and used them. The result was total destruction of the planets Eco system and all life. Salomon had survived that conflict. Learning that his weapons were about to be used he hid as he said a coward onboard a specially built spacecraft of his own design. He had ended the war, but the price was his weapons had completely obliterated all forms of life on his planet. Only he remained alive. He had been alone for over 500 years. He said his race was called The Rebba, and they had a long life span. He had spend the early years searching the planet for any other survivors. He had never found any evidence. Most of the large cities had since crumbled to dust, as most had been made of organic matterials. He had found DNA samples of animals that had once lived, and he had been successful in re introducing a few of the smaller insects back on the planet. These insects were the only source of food. Now Bach knew why the Soup they ate daily had an unusual taste.
In shame and guilt Salomon had decided to remain on the planet as punishment. .He knew that some of his technology had survived the war. He had collected what he could and destroyed it. Things that he could not destroy he had stored them in his Space Craft. However, some of his tech had been taken by visitors to the planet over the years. Looters and scavengers who looked a these types of planet as a source finding wealth or weaponry. . When Salomon found Thaddeus close to death he thought he could redeem himself in part by healing some one in need.
Salomon had technology that allowed him to search for information about Thaddeus. He knew about other World and about the Union of Planets. And he knew about the Wraith. He learnt that Temple had changed his mind about framing him for murder, as this could have looked bad on the Elite and may end up exposing the Wraith and his connection to it. Instead it was announced that Officer Bach had been killed in the line of duty along with his wife. So the Universe believed he was now dead. So no one would be looking for him. Especially not on this Ghost Planet. Salomon informed Thaddeus about this. And that Temple had taken the position of the Official Head Commander of The Elite after Zuis Vetor had been killed in an accident it had been reported. Bach knew that it was the work of Temple. Temple was now the most powerful person in the Union of Planets.
Thaddeus said whilst Salomon wanted forgiveness after causing the destruct on his planet , all that he wanted himself was revenge on Temple and those of the Wraith who serviced him. Salomon begged Thaddeus not to go down such a dark path as he was a good person. " Bad things sometimes happen to good people" he told Bach. Thaddeus rejected this advice and went to the ship that Salomon had mentioned where he found that it is still in working order.
Bach started to up grade his Wraith Uniform, putting on articles he found about the ship. Finding weapons that he could use. Some of the weapons appeared very like those the Wraith used. This made sense, as at some time Temple must had found or obtained them on a previous visit. He found a Hooded cape that Bach knew would give him the look he wanted. Then dressed in his new attire, the Black Hooded man announced that Thaddeus Bach was now truly dead, only The Ghost lived.
He looked like an executioner.
Salomon tried warning The Ghost that revenge could destroy him.... but this advice was again dismissed. Solomon knew he could prevent the Ghost from leaving, but realizes that The Ghost needed to leave if he was ever going to heal. He wishes his friend well, and says that he would be here if The Ghost needed him. The Ghost thanks Salomon and feels happier that he departs on good terms. Salomon gives the Ghost a device that he places in The Ghost's Wrist Gantlets.. Thus The Ghost can now deactivate any of the Wraith Uniform Tech that may be based on his deigns with a non lethal blast. Salomon says if The Ghost could bring him a Wraith Uniform, he would see if he could not at a later date upgrade The Ghost's Gauntlets to tackle an other Tech that may have been included in the Uniforms. The Ghost agrees.
Over the next few months The Ghost did all in his power to destroy the Wraith, all of which he found are as corrupt as their leader Temple. He learnt that the majority of Eidolon Elite were trustworthy so he helps ensure they are protected. Many of the Judges were also found to be corrupt, and the Ghost dealt with them also. From time to time he would return to Solomon's Ghost Planet where he would return some of the stolen tech he had collected in his crusade to destroy the Wraith. The Ghost also provided samples He provided Salomon with a Wraith Uniform, and upgraded The Ghost's Gauntlets as promised. On one visit he asks Salomon to care for two orphaned survivors that he had rescued after a failed invasion of their planet. Salomon agrees, and says he is happy to do this. The Ghost had provided Salomon with samples of Seeds that he hoped may help to re start the Ecco System on the planet. Also a food replication device that he had liberated from a Wraith Battle Cruiser. No more soup he told his friends.
The Ghost, was now renamed Space Ghost after a child's fable of an invisible figure who helped fight to protect the innocent. He had adapted his costume to appear more friendlier to innocents that saw him.
Space Ghost finally triumphed by destroying the Wraith and their stolen tech that had been used in such a corrupted way. Thus allowing the Eidolon Elite to take back their rightful control of maintaining justice in the Universe. The Ghost even managed to bring Temple to book, but realizes that if he kills him, he would not be any better than Temple himself. This would do nothing to restore the lives of his wife or unborn child..... he had lost them. He could not risk losing his own soul as well. Space Ghost was now seen by many as a beacon of Righteousness and Hope.... and he had a purpose and a future back on Solomon's Ghost Planet. It had taken many years, but the Temple's reign was now over.
Temple was turned over to Eidolon Elite who took him to trial where he is found guilty of many crimes. Proof is produced that Temple had been the Ghost Killer. who had killed many over the years including Zuis Volor, Elua's Father The Judge and Dr Voter. It was proved that he had used his forces to go to many of the Ghost Planets looking for tech to either use or sell. Most of the Gun Runners worked for him and those who did not he disposed of.
The final damming evidence provided proved that Temple had secretly assisting the Alien Race called Zorathians, a race of Large War Like Insects, in their failed invasion of the Union of Planets . They wanted the resources of the Union of Planets, and if this meant the destruction of all who stood in their way, so be it. . They had planned to invade every planet in the Universe. And Temple was willing to assist with defense codes and such to help them..... at a price. He had also offered them Wraith Tech, and some he had obtained from other Ghost Planets that even he was frighten from using. Temple appeared quiet mad to have done this. Also Space Ghost had discovered that Temple was responsible for the nearly whipping out the whole of the Zorathian Race after the Invasion, to cover up his connection with their leader Zorak after the invasion failed.
Space Ghost had played a big part in stopping the invasion, but many had died in the conflict.. After he is found guilty Temple was sentenced to life in prison The Space Ghost asked to speak to Temple in private before he is imprisoned . The Judges agree, and this is when Space Ghost relieved that his was once called Thaddeus Bach. Space Ghost removed his cowl and Temple knew that this was his former friend who had become his greatest enemy. Temple was so shocked that he had destroyed his own life's work by not killing Bach when he should have. The shock resulted in Temple suffering a total mental breakdown and is later imprisoned in a mental asylum for the rest of his life. Here he tells every one that will listen " That he was The Ghost Killer, but You can never kill a Ghost !" They all think he is mad.
Salomon would later be reunited with Space Ghost, and was relieved to hear Space Ghost did not go down the path of darkness. Salomon then decided to help Space Ghost in his new mission to bring peace and harmony to the Universe. Track down any tech or weaponry that had been stolen. He achieves this by using his skills as a builder to improve on Space Ghost's Uniform. Giving it new abilities that made him more powerful with out being deadly. A refit was made to Salomon's space ship and it was re christened the Phantom Cruiser.
The Space Ghost continues to this day to restore the Union of Planets and the Eidolon Elite to where it had been before Temple had taken control.
" That is Thaddeus Bach's and Space Ghosts' story" Space Ghost concluded.
The Blue Falcon raised a hand
The Doctor acknowledged and allowed The Blue Falcon to speak.
"So who are You ?" Asked The Falcon. "Thaddeus or Space Ghost ?" he questioned
"Both, Neither, its completed" Said Space Ghost shaking his head.
"Am I Thaddeus Bach, Husband, Father and Law Enforcement Officer ?. No he died the day his Family were taken from him" Space Ghost said
Adding " Am I The Space Ghost ? The person that gives hope to others ? Fights to right the wrongs on others behalf ? Watches over you ?, Helps ? . In part YES, but The Space Ghost is a fantasy, he is not a person. He is not even a man anymore. He is an entity, He is Hope " Said Space Ghost.
"No Space Ghost is also force for good" Said Jace
"Not just that, he is our Father too" said Jen With that both of the Twins got up and hugged Space Ghost.
" I think I am going to cry" Said Dyno - Mutt
" Don't do that Dog Wonder, you may start to go rusty " announced The Falcon.
Everyone started to laugh. The tension caused by The Space Ghost's sad tale was lifted.
" Now settle down" Said the Doctor blowing his nose into his Red Hanky
The Doctor then continued " Thaddeus Bach maybe dead, but Thaddeus the Space Ghost is still alive and is my good friend " he then reached over and shock Space Ghost by his hand.
Then after composing himself the Space Ghost explained what powers and abilities he had.
These were many. His Wrist bands designed and improved on by Salomon could emit different types of energy waves.
They can stun, they could freeze, they heat thing, they could produce powerful force fields. All of the settings were set to non lethal if used against a living object or thing.
His Suit could Turn himself and anyone around them invisible. He could even make his body out of Phase, and walk through objects if he wished. He could Fly, the suit gave him increased strength. He could survive in Space. He said he had many abilities to offer, but his loyalty was the most important thing that he offered to The Doctor and the rest of the team.
The Space Ghost took a bow, and sat down.
Next Time we will hear about Jen and Jace.
Until then ENJOY.
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