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P-s4
Seinar Fleet System's Twin Ion Engine system, used on the TIE Fighter and the TIE Bomber. It is rated at 150 KTU for the TIE Fighter, and 125 KTU for the TIE Bomber. (SCRE, XW)
P-s5.6
Seinar Fleet System's Twin Ion Engine system, used on the TIE Interceptor. It is rated at 175 KTU. (SCRE, XW)
P-sx7.4
Seinar Fleet System's Twin Ion Engine system, used on the TIE Advanced. It is rated at 320 KTU. (XW)
P-sz9.7
Sienar Fleet Systems Twin Ion Engine used on the TIE Defender. (EGV)
P-w401
Sienar Fleet Systems ion maneuvering jets used on TIE Fighters. (EGV)
P'arghat
the Imperial Lieutenant in charge of indoctrinating the new recruits from the Taroon System. (TIE)
P'tan
a Kalkal academic at Beshka University, and a contemporary of Melvosh Bloor, P'tan was a gruff old geezer who believed that every professor had to work his way up from the dregs in order to achieve tenure. When Ra Yasht and Skarten, two other young Kalkal academics like Bloor, were given instant tenure for an investigative report on Porcellus, P'tan flew into a rage. To make matters worse, Bloor planned to interview Jabba the Hutt himself. P'tan interrupted Bloor's petition for University funding, saying that Bloor was too young, and he would make mistakes in his data. P'tan used his seniority to go in Bloor's place. In his infinite wisdom, P'tan hired Salacious Crumb to be his guide to Jabba. However, P'tan never returned from his trip to Tatooine, since Jabba quickly tired of him and threw the Kalkal into the Pit of Carkoon, to be digested by the Sarlacc. (TJP)
P'ton, Spitar
this Imperial Admiral was in command of the exploration and contact expedition that located the planet Kubindi. He was a highly cultured gourmet, and found the culinary masterpices of Kubaz chefs to be exquisite. He hired a staff og Kubaz to travel with him, and he introduced much of the galaxy to Kubaz delicacies. (SWJ10)
P'w'eck
smaller versions of the Ssi-ruuk, native to Lwhekk. The Ssi-ruuk used the P'w'ecks as slaves on their starships. (TB)
P'zil
a Talz word for "home." (TME)
Pa Tho
this race created the unusual transportation system later known as the Great Subcrustal Tubeway before they died out. (TT)
Pa'aal
Tal Fraan learned the ways of the human race while stationed on this moon, the primary natural satellite of the fifth planet in the N’zoth system. It was here that the Yevetha confined all the Imperials they captured when they took control of the Black Sword shipyards, shortly after the Battle of Endor. (SOL, TT)
Pa'lowick
this strange alien race is bipedal in stature. Their bodies are bulbous, and measure about a meter in diameter. Their reedy legs support the main body, which acts as a torso as well as a head. Pa'lowick have no distinct neck, and their eyes and snouts sits atop their torso. Their eyes are located at the end of short stalks, and their snouts contain their nostrils and mouths. The mouth of a Pa'lowick is surrounding by thick lips,and has very few teeth. They have greenish-yellow skin that runs to light brown, and are spotted with blue-green markings. (CCG9)
Paca, Magir
this Garosian was one of the leaders of the Alliance underground on Garos IV. (SWAJ)
Pacci
this K-Wing bomber pilot was part of the Fifth Battle Group squadrons sent to assist in the New Republic's first attempt to blockade Doornik-319. He was killed when the Yevethan resisted and fought back. (SOL)
Pacifier
this was a model of Telgorn transport ship. The Cavrilhu Pirates ued several highly-modified Pacifiers as smuggling and pirate ships. (SOP)
Pacithhip
this alien race is native to an unspecified world in the Outer Rim Territories. They have a long, pointed head which is dominated by two long, thin, pointed tusks. The nose of the Pacithhip is elephantine, allthough the nostrils are located close to the skull. The trunk ends with the being's mouth. Two large, black eyes are located at the top of the skull. (CCG9)
Packered Mortar Gun
a rifle-sized weapon that shoots small mortar charges. (DF)
Pad 12
Where the Flurry is parked on Bakura. (TB)
Padawan
this is a Jedi term for a young student of the Force. Each Padawan was distinguished by a short, close-cropped hairstyle which was accented by a thin braid. The braid’s length, together with small beads braided into the hair, denoted the Padawan’s level of training. (PTR)
Paddy Frogs
these flat, bloated amphibians are native to the planet Klatooine. Jabba the Hutt used to consume these creatures as appetizers. He preferred them preserved in brandy, which added flavor and kept these vicious little frogs from attacking each other. (TJP)
Paecian Empire
an ancient empire founded about 3000 years before Han, Luke, and Leia discover Dathomir. (CPL)
Paffen
this Imperial commander was left on Lucazec to await the return of a Fallanassi who could read the hidden messages left behind by the elders. He was killed by Luke Skywalker when he tried to abduct Akanah. Note that Shield of Lies indicates that Paffen poisoned himself, rather than be captured by Skywalker on Lucazec. (BTS, SOL)
Page
a New Republic Lietenant, commander of Page's Commandos. He is from the planet Corulag. He disapproved of his father's position as a pampered Imperial Senator, and was none too happy when his father sent him to the Academy. However, Page turned the situation to his own goals, and used the freedom from his father to study all sorts of things about the military. He graduated with honors, and was assigned to General Veers' command in the Army. He joined the Alliance after hearing one of Princess Leia's anti-Imperial speeches on Coruscant, agreeing with her assessment of the Empire and the state of the galaxy. Page stayed on after witnessing the heroic efforts of Luke Skywalker and Han Solo. He was part of Derlin's troops on Hoth, as well as Derlin's assault team at Endor. When Derlin took a desk job following the Battle of Endor, Page was promoted to Lieutenant, but refused to be promoted further, having seen that rank had nothing to do with the level of commitment from Solo or Skywalker. Unless I’m mistaken, Page is portrayed as a humanoid with thick skull-ridges in the comic adaptation of Heir to the Emprie. (HTTE, COTF, HTSB, HTTEC)
Page's Commandos
another name for the Katarn Commandos, a special-forces group led by Lieutenant Page of the New Republic (HTTE, COTF, WEG)
Pahgan
Twi’leki word for bargain. (ROJR)
Paig
this was a Fallanassi world. (BTS)
Painted Door Street
a street located in Plawal, on Belsavis. Nubblyk the Slyte had a house on this street, which was taken over by Roganda Ismaren. (COJ)
Pair O'Dice
a casino located on Cloud City over Bespin. (GG2)
Pake
an Alliance X-Wing pilot killed in action over M'haeli. (ROC)
Pakka
this Trianii cub was the son of Atuarre and Keehee. He was kidnapped and interrogated by the Corporate Sector' Security Police during the annexation of Fibuli, and hadn't spoken since that time when Atuarre managed to rescue him during a prisoner transfer. Pakka and his mother teamed up with Rekkon to investigate the disappearances of individuals in the Corporate Sector. He assists Han Solo and his mother in infiltrating Stars' End and liberating the people kept there. After this, Pakka tried to return to school and lead a normal life, but he had become something of a celebrity on Fibuli. He adjusted quickly, and soon was drawn out of his shell. (HSE, CSA)
Pakkerd Light Transport
this false corporation was set up on Ession by the Imperial warlord Zsinj, under the alias of Oan Pakkerd. The company's records listed Vanter Raffin as the chief officer, and Hola Paskalian as the chief of security. During the height of the Empire, Pakkerd was a division of Sienar Fleet Systems that built TIE Fighters and TIE Interceptors. After the death of Palpatine at Endor, Pakkerd was sold off. Since that time, it has produced a wide range of repulsorlift vehicles. Zsinj had actually been building new TIE Fighters, which he hoped to get assigned to the Implacable before the New Republic could stop him. Unfortunately, with the help of the captured Night Caller, the Republic was able to knock out the Pakkerd plant and rob Zsinj of his reinforcements. (WS)
Pako Ramoon
a planet located in the Grohl Sector. (CRO)
Pakrik Major
this planet orbited its primary star with its less-populated sister, Pakrik Minor. It is located in the Kanchen Sector. (SOP)
Pakrik Minor
this small, sparesly-populated sister to the planet Pakrik Minor is the primary world which grows tallgrain. It is the captial world of the Kanchen Sector. (SOP)
Pakuuni
primary planet in the Pakuuni System. (TIE)
Pakuuni System
a haven for pirates and smugglers around the time of the Battle of Hoth. Intergalactic trade there was dangerous, at best. Thrawn, then an Imperial Vice Admiral, attempted to set up a new installation there. From this base, Thrawn could then restore order to the system. (TIE)
Palace Dargul
governmental seat on the planet Dargul. (JS)
Palace Museum
found on the planet Tatooine, this museum contains many displays which depict Jabba the Hutt's personal empire. There are many fine examples of the artwork, weaponry, and music preferred by the crimelord, as well as several recreations of the palace itself. (SOL)
Palace of Light
located in the city of Lola Curich on Lianna, the Palace of Light is an amusement pavilion encompassing over 600 different games of skill and chance. Food can also be ordered in several quick-food restaurant booths scattered throughout the pavilion. (ML)
Palace of Splendid Harmony
the governmental seat of the Rajah of Virujansi. The Rajah sits in the Ever-Radiant Throne. (RC)
Palace of the Woolamander
one of the ancient, elaborate structures found in the jungels of Yavin Four. In the years following the death of Emperor Palpatine, the Alliance Senate used it as a meeting place. It was named by the Alliance engineers who discovered, although not because there was any indication it was used to worship the woolamander. Instead, when they found it, a pack of woolamanders was found nesting in the ruins. (GDV, HTF, ISU)
Palace Traffic Control Center
this multi-story data center is located in the upper levels of the Imperial Palace on Coruscant. It processes all information dealing with in-system starship traffic, and also keeps records of planetary traffic around Coruscant. (JASB)
Paladian Prince
a haughty royal person. (TME)
Palador
an extinct creature once native to Corellia. (THG)
Palanhi
a neutral planet known for its banks. "...a little crossroads planet with an overblown idea of their own importance." (DFR)
Palar
this computer manufacturer, with facilities in the Invisible Sector of Imperial City, built memory cores for use in Imperial computer systems. At Imperial direction, they used the "disposable" alien labor to constantly manufacture new cores, which the Empire needed to maintain its computer security. (WG)
Palazidar
this t’landa Til was one of Teroenza’s Sacredots at Colony One, on Ylesia. Palazidar was infamous for falling asleep during the Exaltation, causing no small amount of concern and upset among the pilgrims, who held the Exaltation in such high regard. Palazidar actually fell over after falling asleep, making the incident extremely memorable. (TPS)
Pale Nikto
this is the common name of the Gluss'sa'Nikto race. (GG12)
Pale Squirmer
a beast native to the planet Garn, these multi-formed creatures are attuned to the Force. (CSWDW)
Paledor
an extinct creature which once lived on the planet Corellia. (TPS)
Palladium
this mineral must be the basis for the gizzard of a creature capable of maintaining a cold-fusion reaction inside their bodies. (GG4)
Pally
a small fruit grown in the hydroponics labs of Tatooine. (TPM)
Palmgun
another name for a holdout blaster. (HSR)
Palm-key
a locking mechanism that is keyed by the imprint of the user's palm. (TB)
Palomella
a flowering plant which has beautiful turquoise blossoms. (COJ)
Palpatine
(1)
Palpatine served his homeworld of Naboo as a Senator in the Old Republic, and was instrumental in the rise to power of the Trade Federation. A student of the Dark Side of the Force, Palpatine used his political savvy to develop alliances with other power-hungry individuals to begin his own bid for power. He used the Trade Federation - with its cowardly Neimoidian leaders - to force the Old Republic to see its stagnant ways. After manipulating his Queen, Amidala, to call for a vote of no-confidence in Supreme Chanceller Valorum, Palpatine put himself at the forefront of the coming elections. In a vote which was based on sympathy for Naboo and the many alliances Palpatine had forged, he was voted to replace Valorum. While remaining unobtrusive and often helpful, Palpatine manipulated the Old Republi until it began to crumble from within, at which time he took control and named himself Emperor. As Emperor, the supreme ruler of the Empire. A student in the ways of the Dark Side of The Force. He was a xenophobe, though he used aliens when it suited him. Through his use of the Dark Side, he gained a large body of knowledge on the use of clones to become virtually immortal. The fresh supply of new bodies ensured that the destructive power of the Dark Side never killed him. Early in his tenure as Emperor, Palpatine recognized the strength of Anakin Skywalker, and twisted the young Jedi to the Dark Side of the Force. The Emperor used Sith magics to recover Anakin's body, following a duel with Obi-Wan Kenobi, and revive it. The new spirit discarded its old name and became Darth Vader. Palpatine taught Vader in the ways of the Dark Side, but was always wary of the possibility that Vader might have had children. Palpatine ruled the galaxy as Emperor for nearly 25 years, until he was killed by Darth Vader aboard the second Death Star, over the Forest Moon of Endor. Palpatine's body was consumed by the fierce power generators in the battle station, but his spirit survived. It took the disembodied Palpatine so long to reach the planet Byss that he was nearly drained of any power in the Dark Side. Once on Byss, though, he was able to contact Sate Pestage, who readied a new cloned body for the Emperor.Palpatine spent years recovering his powers in the Dark Side, all the while watching the Empire crumble under the sheer luck of the New Republic. He had hopes for Grand Admiral Thrawn, but the alien's death only helped Palpatine gain more power. When he emerged from hiding on Byss, he sought to retake the galaxy using World Devastators. He was also trying to turn Luke Skywalker to the Dark Side, which he nearly succeeded in doing. However, the presence of Luke's sister, Leia Organa, and her unborn child pulled Luke back to the Light Side. Together, they turned the Emperor's rage back on himself, and destroyed yet another incarnation on the evil Emperor. Since this last body was killed on Byss, Palpatine had an easier time placing his spirit into a new clone. However, Luke managed to destroy all of the remaining clones Palpatine had ready for use, and so when his body began to deteriorate, he started searching for Anakin Solo again. He quickly began launching new attacks against the New Republic, this time with a weapon known as the Galaxy Gun. Skywalker enlisted the aid of the Ysanna - a race of Force-sensitives descended from ancient Jedi stock - as well as the assistance of Empatajayos Brand, to confront the Emperor on Onderon. There, Palpatine's dying body tried desperately to reach Anakin Solo. Brand intervened, though, and consumed the Emperor's spirit within his own. Both Brand and Palaptine died on Onderon.
Later, during the rise of Second Imperium, a group of former Imperial Royal Guards began using their experience with Palpatine to actually pretend to be the Emperor reborn. Using carefully spliced holovid segments, they were able to project a perfect image of the Emperor, and were also able to synthesize speech from recordings. Whenever they traveled, they used droids to carry a large isolation chamber which ostensibly housed the reborn Palpatine. Their ruse fooled Brakiss and the leaders of the Shadow Academy, until they were discovered in the aftermath of the battle over Yavin 4. Clive Revill supplied Palpatine's voice in Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, while Ian McDiarmid portrayed the Emperor himself in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. Palpatine was also portrayed by Paul Hecht for the The Empire Strikes Back Radio Drama on National Public Radio. (SW, ESB, ESBR, ROTJ, DE1, HTTE, DE2, EE, DK, SW1)
(2) a city on Derilyn, renamed in favor of Emperor Palpatine. (PG)
Palpatine II
the pseudonym used by the editor of the Galactic Weekly NewsStack. He has described himself as "rabidly anti-Imperial, anti-corporation, and anti-Rebellion...anti-everybody!" (GG9)
Palpatine Boulevard
a street in Imperial City named after Senator Palpatine. (RPG)
Palpatine Counterinsurgency Front
Ysanne Isard's name for the Imperial commandos and terrorists she left planted on Coruscant after leaving the planet for the New Republic. They were under orders tp make life miserable for the Republic, in an effort to compound the problem of the Krytos virus. Isard placed Kirtan Loor in command of the them. (WG)
Palpatine Gardens
an extensive floral and arboreal plantation created on the grounds of the Imperial Palace on Coruscant. (RPG)
Palpatine Triumphant
this work of art was created by Venthan Chassu. It was the final work he created before his untimely death. It depicted a resplendent Palpatine sitting on a throne comprised of bones. The bones of the throne were broken and shattered, but the skulls revealed the species from which they came. Palpatine wore a maniacal expression on his face, and many of Chassu's supporters wondered what the true message of the work was meant to be. (TFE)
Paltonae
Mara Jade used this alias - a wealthy Baroness - to infiltrate the casinos and restaurants of Qiaxx, during her hunt for the crimelord Dequc. (MJEH)
Palud
this lupine humanoid was a native of Vorzyd 5, and supported the Alliance during the Galactic Civil War. He was captured by Blackhole, along with Paxin, Luke Skywalker, and Leia Organa. When they attempted to escape, Palud was killed by Imperial forces. His son, Choyd, held Luke and Leia responsible for his father's death. (CSWEA)
Pamir
a Nharwaak shuttle group destroyed during the Galactic Civil War near the hidden Nharwaak bace. (TIE)
Pan-preneur
this species of amphibious race of creatures is believed to be genetically related to the Mon Calamari, although many amphibious races share similar characteristics. The Pan-preneur are distinguished from the Mon Calamari by their skin, which is much more warty, and their heads, which are heavily ridged rather than smooth and streamlined. Both species share huge, round eyes that protrude from the sides of their heads. (SWJ8)
Panaka
this dark-skinned human served as the Captain of Queen Amidala’s royal guard on the planet Naboo. Panaka personally supervised the Queen’s weapons and self-defense training, and was also in charge of security at the Theed Palace. Ensuring that the Queen would always be safe, Panaka supervised the selection of five handmaidens to support Amidala. Each girl was chosen for her loyalty and strength, as well as her resemblance to Amidala. When the Trade Federation blockaded the planet, Panaka stood beside his Queen, and helped her ensure her safety by switching her with Padme, one of her handmaidens. Later, Panaka accompanied the Queen to Coruscant, along with Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi. Panaka was unconvinced tha t the Jedi were working for the Queen’s own good, but deferred to her judgement. When they returned to Naboo with plans to break the blockade themselves, Panaka supported his Queen’s plans, although he was quick to point out the inherent flaws. When the Battle of Naboo broke out, Panaka was in his customary position, fighting beside Amidala and helping her capture Nute Gunray. Captain Panaka was portrayed by Hugh Quarshie in the film Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace. (SW1, JQA)
Panelan Feast
this annual ritual meal is lavishly portrayed at the Marqua Spas, where the Grand Ball attracts a large audience. (SWJ9)
Panda
the Alliance shuttle used to carry in commandos and recover the materiel guarded by the Priam. (XW)
Pandath
this capital city of the planet Taanab is the site of the planet's only major spaceport. (SWAJ)
Pandowirtin Lane
a street in Plawal, on Belsavis. Nubblyk the Slyte and Bran Kemple ran an import/export business there. (COJ)
Pandur
this Imperial Lieutenant served under Major Vontenn, and was one of the editors of the Catalog of Intelligent Life in the Galaxy. (GG4)
PanGalactic Era
this period of history encompasses the greatest expansion of the Old Republic. (ML)
Pann
this young Jedi Knight discovered the Codex and discovered some of its uses. (GMH)
Panthac
a carnivorous, predatory race natice to Mantessa. The panthac is about 2 meters in length, with sharp claws and mottled coloring. (TLC)
Panto
the primary star in the Panto System. Three planets orbit the star, all of which cater to entertainment and escapism. (DFRSB)
Panto Prime
a deep-space station located in the Panto System. It is a luxurious casino and resort station, although it pales when compared to those found on the planet Pantolomin. (DFRSB)
Pantolomin
first, and primary, planet in the Panto system, it is an tropical world with three continents and five major islands in a vast, colorful ocean. The major tourist attractions here including the underwater cruises through the beautiful coral reefs. Pantolomin rotates once every 24 standard hours, and orbits the star Panto once every 349 local days. (DFR, DFRSB)
Pantolomin Shipwrights
this small, family-owned business is based on Panto Prime. They handcraft fewer than a dozen ships each year, creating some of the galaxy's most luxurious oceanic and surface cruisers. (EGV)
Paol, Jace
this Corellian male was a member of the planet’s rebel underground. He served as Bria Tharen’s chief aide during her time as a Commander in the underground. He accompanied her to Cloud City when she first met with Jennsar SoBilles and Sian Tevv. Paol later led one of the nine assault teams serving under Bria during the Battle of Ylesia. He died on Toprawa, along with Bria and most of Red Hand Squadron, as they tried to buy time for Leia Organa to receive the Death Star plans. (RD)
Paonidd Extrassa Art
a pre-Empire art form similar to Saffa paintings as well as to Vaathkree flatsculp. (HTTE)
Paonnid
(1) a planet in the Obroa-skai system, located near Obroa-Skai. (HTTE)
(2) the native race on Paonnid (HTTE)
Pap
this Cavrilhu pirate worked in the electronics shop of the Kauron asteroid base. (SOP)
Paparak Cross-cut
this is a technique that is used to score a structure and weaken its structural integrity, allowing the being who uses it to escape just before the structure comes crashing down. (VOF)
Paploo
an Ewok who helps the Alliance find the shield generator on Endor, Paploo was the Ewok who stole the Imperial speeder bike to create a diversion for the Alliance forces. Paploo was also one of Kneesaa's best friends, and helped her drive away the Phlogs. Paploo was portrayed by Kenny Baker in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. (ROTJ, ECAR)
Pappfak
an alien race characterized by its turquoise tentacles. (TME)
Paqualis III
this urban world is the site of the headquarters for the Benelex House of bounty hunters. (TOD, GG10)
Paqwe
this is the native race of the planet Paqwepori. (TT)
Paqwepori
an autonomous planet aligned with the New Republic. It was the monarchical holding of the Paqwe family, and the native race was known as the Paqwe. (BTS, TT)
Par Drann
this Yevetha was the proctor in command of the thrustship Tholos, and was assigned to guard the Black Nine shipyards. Like many of the proctors promoted by Nil Spaar to fill positions in his Navy, Par Drann had never seen actual combat. When the New Republic warships Vanguard, Folna, and Indomitable arrived at Black Nine and tried to take out the installation, Par Drann used the familiar dogma of "the closest enemy is the greatest threat" in his approach to the battle. This cost him his ship and his life, because he kept changing his focus of fire as the Republic ships moved through the battle. (TT)
Par'tah
a Ho'Din smuggling chief, working for Billey. She has a secret base hidden somewhere in the Borderlands region, and prefers to work on the New Republic side of the tracks, although the Empire does pay handsomely when she works for them. She collects technological items as a hobby. Her operation is small, compared to others. (HTTE, TLC, DFRSB)
Para-light System
another name for a starship's hyperdrive. (ESBN)
Para-roll
a Dornean pastry. (BTS)
Parada
this planet is known as the homeworld of the womback. (SWJ8)
Parade of Ghosts
this Entrallan spectacle commemorates the deeds of many of the planet's mythical heroes. The Parade occurs on the night when Entralla's single moon passes closest to the planet. (SWAJ)
Paradise System
a star system inhabited and controlled by the Ugors, it is made up of asteroids rather than planets. The Ugors, over the years, have turned the system into a huge junkyard. The Imperial starmaps labeled the system as J21-Z65. (GG4, SH)
Paradise System Junkyard
this is the Imperial designation of the Ugors’ collection of garbage and relics contained within the Paradise System. The Ugors were able to operate it under Imperial sanction. Contained within the Junkyard was a large section of the first Death Star, a fact discovered by the Alliance agents who were searching for the Elusive. Within the wreckage was Obi-Wan Kenobi’s lightsaber and a spare helmet and cape once owned by Darth Vader. (SH)
Paragon
Tyed Kant's major starport, it houses a tradeport, administrative center, and about 90 percent of the planet's population. It provides most of the technology a landing pad can't. (SN)
Paralight System
a combination of mechanical and electro-optical subsystems tied into a ship's hyperdrive, the paralight system is responsible for taking the pilot's commands and converting them to the appropriate set of reactions within the main drive. (ESB)
Paralysis Field
this is a form of defensive shielding system. (SOL)
Paran
a city on Derilyn that is filled with ancient ruins. (PG)
Paravacc 1.X
this parasite-repelling vaccine was developed by Uukaablian MedCorp. The vaccine is transported in a cylinder of polished metal. One end of the cylinder is placed against a victim’s neck, and a stud at the other end injects the vaccine. Paravacc 1.X causes a slightheadache, but other ill effects are encountered if used as directed. Prolonged use (more than three consecutive days) has been found to cause damaging effects on the user’s nervous system. (KO)
Parck,
Vossthis Imperial Captain overruled Mosh Barris' command to wipe out an strangely inhabited world in the Unknown Regions, thereby bringing Thrawn to the Emperor's attention. Barris felt that Parck's actions cost him his career.
When Thrawn was exiled to the Unknown Regions for a political snafu, Palpatine also banished Parck. While Thrawn eventually returned to the known galaxy, Parck disappeared from active duty when Thrawn established a compound on the planet Nirauan. Parck remained there, guarding what became known as the Hand of Thrawn. (TFE, VOF)Parein II 4
this planet is located in the Sarin Sector of the Outer Rim. (GG9)
Parein Sweetgreen Fruit
this fruit, grown on Parein II 4, is one of the main ingredients in the creation of Daranu. The shells of the fruit are used as serving vessels, imparting their unique flavor to the drink. (GG9)
Paret, Jian
this Imperial commander was in charge of the Black-15 shipyards just after the Battle of Endor. He was ordered to evacuated the shipyards and destroy any non-functional starships, and was in the process of doing so when Nil Spaar and the Yevetha attacked, capturing the shipyards and killing the Imperials. Jian Paret was killed by Nil Spaar himself. (BTS)
Parfadi Sector
this area of the galaxy contains the Black Nebula. (SOL)
Parfue Gnat
this parasite latches itself onto watumba bats, drinking the bodily fluids of the bat. The Glottalphibs keep large numbers of watumba bats in their caverns, providing a ready supply of parfue gnats to feed on. (TNR)
Pargo
a native of Kuan, and one of Maarek Stele's childhood friends. When the Empire conscripted Maarek, they also enlisted Pargo. Pargo was chosen to become a stormtrooper. (TIE)
Pari' Notgoth
Notgoth was an infamous Gotal criemlord. (GG12)
Paricha
a drink brewed from the paricha root, usually served spiced. It is described as having a soft flavor. (TLC)
Parkins, Dram
a sabacc player. (RPG)
Parkis System
this is a planetary system with at least one planet capable of sustaining human life. (SWJ8)
Parl
a member of COMPNOR's Investigations branch, Parl and his partner, Huorne, struggled in vain to gain information on Admiral Ackbar. (ISB)
Parlan
an Imperial Navy Captain serving Darth Vader, Parlan was patrolling the Outer Rim when he captured the spacer Quist. Parlan ordered Quist to be killed, but Quist bargained for his life with the secret whereabouts of Adar Tallon. Parlan was ordered to recover Adar Tallon from Tatooine before the Alliance could find him. Parlan issued a bounty for Tallon's capture, which was accepted by Jodo Kast and a host of others. In the end, Parlan was unable to beat the Alliance to him, and Vader had him executed. Parlan was Captain of the Star Destroyer Relentless during the mission. (RC, TM)
Parliament of Guilds
this is the third major source of leadership on Cloud City, following the Baron Administrator and the Exex. The Parliament of Guilds was created to represent the workers and craftsmen of Cloud City, and strives to keep the outpost's economics evenly spread. (ISU)
Parmel System
the planetary system in which the Empire set up a TIE Defender manufacturing facility. Following his defection, Zaarin tried to steal technology from this plant for the Alliance. Parmel System is located in the Parmel Sector of the Outer Rim Territories. (TIE, GG9)
Parmel Sector Stock Exchange
this Outer Rim commodities trading center controls the pulse of business in the Parmel Sector. (GG9)
Parmic System
the planetary system in which the Empire set up a facility that designed and built the tractor beam technology for the TIE Defender. This system is located in the Parmic Sector of the Outer Rim Territories. (TIE, GG9)
Parmic Sector Stock Market
another of the Outer Rim's commodities markets, this one is dominated by Gastess' Finance. (GG9)
Parq
an Imperial Colonel stationed on Tatooine during the Empire's brief occupation there. He intercepted Shada D'ukal and Karoly D'ulin, thinking them to be the real Tonnika Sisters. He placed them in the custody of Riij Winward in Mos Eisley. (TME)
Parrot
one of Ranulf Trommer's wingmen assigned to the Ravagor, Parrot was killed in action over Aguarl 3. One of his wingmen's first names was Seth. (ROC)
Parry
the flight communications duty officer on the Naritus when the star Thanta Zilbra was detonated. (AS)
Parshoone
this planet served as a Ubiqtorate contact station during the years after the Battle of Endor. (VOF)
Participlay
a form of entertainment perfected on Besn. (ISB)
Particle Shield
a form of defensive shielding which destroys solid matter. It use an anti-protonic field to envelope its source. When solid matter comes in contact with the anti-protonic fields, the matter is annihilated. While these shields do not consume much energy, they are ineffective against lasers. (SW, WEG)
Partold
a planet. (TJP)
Partus
this red-faced woman was the navigator of the starship Hawkbat, and a good friend on Rondle. (WS)
Parwan Nutricake
a healthful bread-like food that is often served spiced. (TJP)
Pas’sic
this planet was the homeworld of the Vrassh race. (SOP)
Pascwa
an alien race. (SWAJ)
Pashkin Sausage
Haber Trell and Maranne Darmic were transporting weapons to the Alliance on Derra IV, concealed within crates of Pashkin sausage. (TFE)
Paskalian, Hola
this efficient and pro-active woman served as Raffin's second-in-command of the security forces on Ession. She was the most porbable choice to replace Raffin, when he retired. (WS)
Passenger Liner
any starship built to transport travelers throughout the galaxy. They cater to their clients' many needs, and often have bars, casinos, and viewports installed in them. (WEG)
Passion-bud Vine
a plant native to the planet Bakura. (TB)
Patch
another name for an interfacing system bridge. (SWJ10)
Patches
a derogatory nickname used by the agents of the Corellian Security Force to describe Zekka Thyne. (TFE)
Path of Immortality
this was the name given to the walkway that led from the dormitories and main facilities at Colony One, on Ylesia, to the Altar of Promises. (TPS)
Patka
this Sullustan creature is hunted for its meat. (XWPA)
Patriim System
this star system was the site of the development of the Imperial weapons station, the Tarkin. (EGC)
Patrol XLS
this Imperial pursuit ship was part of the defenses of the planet Byss, during the rebirth of Emperor Palpatine six years after the Battle of Endor. It pursued the Starlight Intruder when it arrived, carrying the Millennium Falcon on its back. (DE1)
Patrol ZG7
this Imperial starfleet was under Vader's control during the occupation of Harix. (CSWEA)
Paulking XIV
a planet which is home to a species of fur-bearing fish. (LCM)
Paulsen, Drake
this young smuggler, a native of the planet Socorro, got caught up working for Abdi-Badawzi. He later retired to Redcap with Toob Ancher. (SWAJ)
Pav D'armon
a Mistryl guard and member of Manda D'ulin's team, she assisted Manda in trying to ascertain the necessary security for the Hammertong project. When the Imperials staged an ambush, Pav was killed, along with Manda, before Shada and Karoly could escape with the Hammertong. (TME)
Pawei Juice
a tart drink. (BTS)
Pax System
this star system is located between the Ropagi and Opiteihr Systems along the Enarc Run. (TSK)
Pax Hustana
manufacturers of shipboard sensor arrays and subspace beacons. (SCRE)
Paxin
this human Alliance sympathizer worked with Palud on Vorzyd 5. The two were captured by Blackhole, along with Luke Skywalker and Leia Organa. They managed to escape from Imperial captivity, but Palud was killed during the escape. (CSWEA)
PA-9r
a long range tachyon detection array. (SCRE)
PB-950
a very old model Corellian Engineering Corporation patrol ship. They were first manufactured about 300 years before the Galactic Civil War, and were used by a great many systems to patrol and defend themselves. Production of the PB-950 was halted after the Clone Wars, when larger and more powerful corvettes were starting to be produced. The PB-950 measures 37 meters in length, and required a pilot, co-pilot, and two gunners to operate. The ship has a twin-hull design, with the central section divided into two decks. The upper deck contained the cockpit and weapons emplacements. The ship was capable of transporting up to 180 metric tons of cargo, and up to 8 passengers. The ship was armed with a single quad-laser cannon, a pair of ion cannons, and a concussion missile launcher. (SWJ9)
PBY-1457
the designation of the modified freighter Belindi Kalenda used to penetrate the Corellian defense network and land on Corellia, disguised as a trader whose hyperdrive malfunctioned upon re-entry of normal space near Corellia. (AC)
PDA6
this droid served Master Zorneth as a medical/repair droid. PDA6 also contained programming that forced him to destroy Zorneth's hidden savorium grove if the Ithorian was ever apprehended. PDA6 performed its duties to the letter when Plort attacked Zorneth's starship. PDA6 initiated the destruct sequence, consuming the savorium, Smiley, and Zorneth in the explosion. (DRO)
PDV
the PDV was an Imperial Intelligence Tech 4 message pod used by Sector Plexus. PDV stands for Plexus Droid Vessel, for these pods were manned only by droids. The standard "crew" consisted of a captain I2-AM3 (a modified R2 astromech droid), an I2-CG droid for storage and transceiving, and an analysis/encoding computer equipped with a TranLang III communications madule. These ships were designed to send and receive Sector Plexus messages in a system, then jump to the next system. They never had a jump longer than a day, due to their efficient routing algorithms. (ISB)
Peace
a city on the lawless world of Korbin. Like all Korbinite cities, it was jokingly given a happy name by the lawless inhabitants of the planet. Peace, along with Happy and Joy, were known as the Small-Timers, because they were less intense than Pleasant City. (PG2)
Peacekeeper
this was a model of Imperial low-orbit patrol craft. (ML)
Peacekeeper
this Dreadnaught served as part of the command fleet used by Admiral Greelanx during the Battle of Nar Shaddaa. It was commanded by Captain Reldo Dovlis, who kept it in the battle with cunning and skill until the mounting damage became too great. Its starboard engines suddenly gave out, and it began tumbling toward Nar Shaddaa’s shields. Dovlis’s crew tried desparately to bring the engines back on-line, but only managed to propel it toward Nar Shaddaa. The Peacekeeper was utterly destroyed, and it took out a huge section of Nar Shaddaa’s planetary shield with it. (THG)
Peck, Brion
this Alliance Commander was sent to Rafft with eleven other operatives. Their mission was to sabotage an Imperial garrison there. However, a homing beacon placed on their ship gave them away, and they had to be rescued by Dannen Lifehold. (SWAJ)
Peckhum
a freighter pilot who regularly ran supplies to Luke Skywalker's Jedi Academy on Yavin 4. Peckhum is the owner of the battered old supply ship, the Lightning Rod. He befriended the boy Zekk, whom he discovered after a supply run to the devastated world of Ennth. He and took him in and cared for him, and eventually made Zekk his apprentice. When Peckhum discovered Zekk’s affinity for the Force, he allowed the boy to join the Jedi Academy, and continued to make his supply runs. The New Republic realized that Peckhum’s services to the Academy were invaluable, and so they gave him a newer supply ship to replace the aging Lightning Rod. He, in turn, bequeatehd the old ship to Zekk, when the boy decided to strike out on his own. (HTF, LO, SHA)
Pedducian Warlords
this is the adopted name used by the leaders of the pirate group which operated out of Pedducis Chorios, during the early years of the New Republic. (POT)
Pedducis Chorii
this is one of three stars which serve as the primaries for the Chorios Systems. (POT)
Pedducis Chorios
one of the many planets in the Chorios Systems, Pedducis Chorios was a neutral planet in the Galactic Civil War. It was also the site of a pirate base during the early years of the New Republic. The pirates struck at any traffic in the system, without partiality to Moff Getelles, Loronar Corporation, or the Republic. In order to make themselves a better unit, they had hired former Imperial Admiral Daala, who had retired to the planet. (POT)
Pedetson
an Imperial cadet working for Virar Needa on OSETS 2771. (WG)
Pedrin, Nial
this Imperial Major was placed in command of the garrison on Hargeeva for two reasons: his loyalty and adherence to the New Order, and his knowledge of geology. He was a lifetime officer who hated individuality and variety. A short, stocky man, Pedrin was a fintess fanatic and was always meticulously groomed, further indications of his obsessive/compulsive personality. In his early career with the Imperial military, Pedrin served as the commander of an AT-AT platoon before he was chosen for the position on Hargeeva. He made sure that the Alliance didn’t get a foothold in Arginall City, and was known to have kidnapped the relatives of suspected Alliance sympathizers and sent them to labor camps. (SWJ8)
Pedrokk
this Hortek bodily organ is known as "the fighter's heart." (SOL)
Pedsten, Staive
this Corellian is famous on his homeworld as a Zoneball player. He held many of the sport's scoring records, and was even romantiaclly linked to Leia Organa. (IJ)
Peedunkel
a Huttese term of derision, this was the nickname used by Watto for young Anakin Skywalker, while the boy was owned as a slave by the Toydarian. (TPM)
Peet
Melina Carniss' co-pilot aboard the Empress's Diadem. (BW)
Pegg
this city, located on the planet Antared III, was the site of one it's major starports. (GMH)
Peggann, Lanni
this Alliance agent worked undercover on the planet Questal, keeping an eye on Moff Bandor. She was the Alliance’s counterpoint to Ref Mawber. (GCQ)
Peh
this H'Kig glyph was considered too sacred to write out, and was often simply known as "p'," as in the planetary name J't'p'tan. The rough translation of the glyph to Basic yields "the eternal," one of the mystical references of the H'kig religion. (SOL)
Pekkie Blu and the Starboys
a musical group popular just before Palpatine became Emperor. (COJ)
Peko Peko
this flying creature is native to the swamps of the planet Naboo. It has a long body, supported by two rear legs, a long tail, and a pair of leathery wings. Its front legs are used more like arms, but are quite small and nearly useless. Its head is dominated by a large, thick lower beak, which it uses to dig for its food.
The peko peko was admired by the Gungan people for its beauty and its blood, which contains a powerful anti-venom. Many Gungans have captured individual peko peko for display in their parks. (SW1)Pelagia
this New Republic troopship was carrying a hundred thousand troops to the Outer Rim when it was hit by one of the Galaxy Gun's missiles. Everyone on the troopship was killed. (EE)
Pelagon
this planet was one of the first worlds settled in Tapani Sector. (LE)
Pellaeon, Gilad
elderly Imperial Navy Captain in command of the Chimaera, Pellaeon took the remnants of the Imperial fleet and retreated from the Battle of Endor. He had no desire to lead the Empire, but he felt it was his duty to keep the Imperial fleet together. Thus, when Grand Admiral Thrawn emerged from the Unknown Regions to take control of the Empire, Pellaeon was more than willing to turn the fleet over to Thrawn, despite Thrawn's obviously alien background. He served Thrawn well, respecting the alien's uncanny insights while providing tactical assistance when necessary. Following the death of Thrawn at the hands of his own bodyguard, Rukh, Pellaeon took Thrawn's remaining ships and fled to the Core Systems, where he came in contact with High Admiral Teradoc. The two marshalled a large fleet of Victory-class Star Destroyers, and rivaled Harrsk for leadership of the Imperial forces for a number of years. When Daala showed up and tried to combine the strengths of the feuding warlords, Pellaeon sided with Daala, who only wanted to restore the Empire. The two of them arranged a summit of all the warlords on Tsoss Station, but were forced to poison them all when they failed to cooperate. Pellaeon became Daala's first officer, and was placed in command of the remaining seventeen Imperial-class Star Destroyers. He was to be the primary attack for that assaulted the Jedi Academy on Yavin 4. His attack was perfect, slipping into the system before the Jedi knew it. However, his Imperial conditioning failed to prepare him for the power of the Force. The Jedi, under the focus of Dorsk 81, used the Force to physically fling the entire Star Destroyer fleet out of the Yavin System, knocking out navigations and hyperdrives. Pelleaon was able to recover all his ships, as well as Admiral Daala's escape pod, before leaving to the system. After Daala's rescue, she resigned her command, and turned control of the Imperial fleet over to him. While he did not want to rule the Empire, this was the Battle of Endor all over again. He took the fleet back to the Core Systems to regroup. Pellaeon assumed the position of Supreme Commander of the Imperial Navy, and worked against all odds to rebuild the fleet. He spent several years trying to overcome the problems with the cloaking device, and eventually tested the Computer Combat Predictor. However, its inability to truly aid in a cloaked fight was the last straw in the back of the dwindling Imperial animal. He suggested to Moff Disra that the Imperial remnants should negotiate a surrender with the New Republic some ten years after Thrawn’s death, hoping to obtain amnesty rather than execution.
Although the majority of the Moffs were in agreement with the plan, Disra's own machinations kept him from wholeheartedly agreeing. Pellaeon began his attempts to contact the Republic by sending Colonel Vermel to meet with Garm Bel Iblis, but Disra captured Vermel before his message was fully delivered. Pellaeon, meanwhile, waited for Bel Iblis as Pesitiin, where Disra sent Zothip and the Cavrilhu Pirates to ambush him. Pellaeon's forces dispatched the pirates, but continued to wait for Bel Iblis. However, Bel Iblis was on a mission to Yaga Minor, so it was Ghent who actually received the truncated message from Vermel. He brought the message to Leia Organa-Solo, who agreed to meet with Pellaeon. Their initial talks were tentative but promising, and both agreed to return to their sides and meet at a later date. Meantime, Pellaeon and Commander Dreyf discovered Disra's plans, and began to press the matter with the Moff. (HTTE, DFR, DFRSB, DS, SOP, VOF)
Pellata Bird
a brightly-colored yellow bird native to Ithor. The Ithorians brought the pellata with them to Belsavis, where it also thrives. (COJ)
Pelles
this Imperial Moff was in control of the Torch Nebula. (GG9)
Pelnic Club
this chain of Outer Rim hotels is known for their courteous service and reasonable prices. (GG9)
Peluchian Style
this fashionable way of trimming and dying an individual’s eyebrows was popular among pirates. (OS)
Pelvic Servomotor
the mechanism that controls the legs of bipedal droids, giving them ability to walk. (SW)
Pemblehov District
located on the north side of the city of Talos, on the planet Atzerri, this area was filled with pornography, prostitution, and other outlets of physical pleasure. (SOL)
Pembric II
one of the primary trade worlds of Kathol Sector, Pembric II is surrounded by an asteroid field. (KO, VOF)
Pembric Security Legionnaires
this was the primary police force on the planet Pembric II. The guards of the force wore white uniforms, and were responsible for collecting the somewhat illegal fees for landing rights and other tariffs from visitors. (VOF)
Pendlestat
this shop, located on the Kuari Princess, rents out the services of expert in various fields. They do not have anyone specializing in athletics of the use of the Force. The experts are a mixture of organics and droids, and are often infiltrated by Imperial Security Bureau agents searching the ship for Alliance supporters. (RM)
Penetrator
this Imperial-class Star Destroyer was built at the Kuat Drive Yards during the Galactic Civil War. (SWJ9)
Penga Rift
this Dobrutz starliner served as a Obroan Institute research vessel. It was dispatched under the command of Joto Eckels, who was in the midst of an exploration of the planet Hoth, when it was suddenly dispatched to Brath Qella. Kroddok Stopa had requested assistance from Eckels, since the Penga Rift was outfitted with many cold-environment exploration tools, where the IX-26 was not. However, Eckels and the Penga Rift were not able to arrive at Brath Qella before Stopa and his assistant, Josala Krenn, were killed in an avalanche on the planet. The Penga Rift was under the command of Captain Dolk Barjas, and measured 126 meters in length. (SOL, TT)
Pensin
this man was one of Drend Navett’s associates in the Vengeance group. Pensin was present on Bothawui during the riot in Merchant’s Square, shortly after the revelation of the Caamas Document. He assisted Navett in starting the riot, and careful shooting made it appear that Han Solo was the shooter.
He later worked with Horvik to deflect attention from Navett's efforts to take out the Drev'starn shield generator. Horvic and Pensin posed as the night clean-up crew at a Ho-Din cafe near the generator site. He later assisted them in digging out a tunnel to gain access to the power generators of the shields. Once Navett was in place and ready to take out the shield generator, Pensin accompanied Klif anfd Horvic on a sabotage mission. Disguised as New Republic technicians, they managed to get aboard the Predominance and make their way to a turbolaser battery. They killed their escort and managed to get eight shots off at the city of Drev'starn before begin discovered and neutralized. (SOP, VOF)Pentastar Alignment
this galactic conglomerate was created from the various leaders of the Velcar Free Commerce Zone by Imperial Moff Ardus Kaine. The Alignment controls a section of the galaxy named for it, and controls all access to and from the planets, in conjunction with the Velcar Free Commerce Zone commissioners. It has two major factions, Order and Enforcement. The Order faction controls the Politorate, Insurrection, Judgement, and Protectorate divisions. Enforcement controls the police force. (SWAJ)
Pentix Graphyt
this bounty hunter pursued Shandria L'hanar after she stole the plans for Project Orrad, on Venaari, but was unable to capture her. (SWAJ)
People’s Liberation Battalion
this civilian military operation was created by Harran Estillo, who passed himself off as the returned Prince Harrandatha. The goal of the Battalion was to overthrow the yolk of Imperial control on Eiattu, as well as to unseat the Priamsta. (XWWP)
Peppel
it was on this planet, as far from Coruscant and Tatooine, that Boba Fett eventually caught Kardue’sai’Malloc, the Butcher of Montellian Serat. (TBH)
Pepper Tea
a strong, stimulating variety of hot tea. (CS)
Peramis, Tig
this New Republic Senator from Walalla questioned the validity of Operation Hammerblow and the use of the Fifth Battle Group. He grew up during the early days of Imperial occupation of Walalla, and witnessed first-hand the atrocities committed by Imperial troops and leaders. This hardened his resolve to eradicate the Empire, and when the time came he became a governmental leader. His appointment to the New Republic Senate came a few months before Nil Spaar arrived on Coruscant. His experiences at the hands of the Empire led him to an alliance with the Yevethan against what Nil Spaar called "Leia Organa-Solo's personal ambitions." He was banished from the Senatorial chambers for his dealing with Spaar. Unlike other Senators who supported Spaar, Peramis remained on Coruscant to monitor the Republic's reactions to the Yevethan power plays. Using his contacts within the Senate to gather information. To this end, he got Senator Cundertol drunk and stole his Senatorial security cards. Using them, Peramis was able to enter the Senate building and access Cundertol's files. From there, Peramis obtained a wealth of information on the planned blockade of the Koornacht Cluster. Peramis quickly forwarded the information to Spaar. (BTS, SOL)
Percussion Cannon
this ancient form of weaponry employs a dense burst of sound waves, emitted from a tubular stock and aimed at a target, to cause damage. The sound wave strikes its target and sends intense waves of vibrations through it. (KO)
Peregrine
one of Garm Bel Iblis' Dreadnaughts, it eventually became part of the New Republic’s fleet. The ship remained as Bel Iblis’ flagship, and was placed under the command of Admiral Vriss. (DFR, SOP)
Peregrine, The
a ghost of a Corellian spacer, used as a story to scare young children.
The Peregrine was cursed to roam the galaxy forever. (DFR, DFRC)
Peregrine's Nest
the last in a long line of Garm Bel Iblis' hideouts. His team was there when Han Solo and Lando Calrissian were brought to him by Sena. (DFR)
Peremptory
an Imperial-I class Star Destroyer, destroyed while trying to recover the Katana fleet. (DFR)
Perfect
an Imperial Corvette operative during the Galactic Civil War. (TIE)
Pergallis, Tren
this Imperial Governor was placed in charge of the planet Stassia. (SWAJ)
Pergitor
this planet, located in a star system of the same name, is found in the Minos Cluster. It was once a lush, tropical garden of a world, and it held a rich cache of rare and exotic minerals. The original settlers were employees of Jesa Corporation who came to Pergitor to mine the minerals. The planet’s ruling class descended from Jesa Corporation’s leadership. The mining operations continued to take material out of the planet’s crust, until intense deep-bore mining by the Jesa Corporation resulted in a volcanic eruption which filled the atmosphere with ash for several years. The eruptions occurred about 100 years before the Battle of Yavin, and tons of toxic elements were expelled by the volcanos. These chemicals are now a permanent part of the atmosphere, and life on Pergitor has been nearly wiped out. The remaining natives must use gasmasks when travelling outside, and all buildings are built air-tight to keep the chemicals out. The average day on Pergitor encompasses 34 standard hours, and its year lasts 291 local days. (GG6)
Peridon’s Folly
this planetis a toxic, highly-industrialized weapons deopt used by blackmarket dealers to sell state-of-the-art systems. The surface of the planet was covered with industrial urban centers and sprawling manufacturing facilities, with the only natural areas given over to weapons testing sites. It was on this planet that IG-88B collected its first bounty, removing a competitor from the path of the dictator Grlubb. (TBH)
Perigen
a non-narcotic painkiller which reduces concentration as a side-effect. (COJ)
Periphery
this disputed area of the galaxy separates the Outer Rim Territories from Hutt space. (GG12)
Perit
this Mon Calamari was one of Prince Xizor's vigo's, or one of his closest lieutenants. (SE)
Perithal VI
this planet is the site of an Institute of Starship Engineering campus. (GG9)
Perlemian Trade Route
one of two major trade spines servicing the galaxy, it runs from the Core Worlds out to the Rim territories. Along with the Corellian Trade Spine, the Perlemian Trade Route defines the section of the galaxy known as The Slice. It runs through Darpa and Bormea Sectors, and connects - in order - Corulag, Chandrila, Brentaal, Esseles, Rhinnal, and Ralltiir. (RPG, SWAJ)
Permacite
a building material. (HSE)
Permacrete
a building material. (TB, AC)
Permex
a building material. (HSE)
Permission Denied
this song, written and played by the band Red Shift Limit, was banned by the Imperial Board of Culture. It first appeared on the compilation Thoughts from the Core. It formed the second of two songs, preceded by Permission to Think. (GG9)
Permission to Think
this song, written and played by the band Red Shift Limit, was banned by the Imperial Board of Culture. It first appeared on the compilation Thoughts from the Core. It was the first of a pari of songs, followed by Permission Denied. (GG9)
Permondiri Explorer
a legendary lost starship, sometimes seen by spacers in the depths of space. It was crewed by 112 on a mission to explore and chart new star systems when it was lost following its maiden departure. (HSR, WEG)
Pernam Minor
the planet on which Kassar Kosciusko saved the life of his friend, Meysen Kayson. (SWAJ)
Pernon, Gror
this elderly gentleman was the Grand Duke of Eiattu, and was Antbbianplourr’s brother. He petitioned the fledgling New Republic and Rogue Squadron to allow Plourr to return to her homeworld and claim her place a the rightful heir to the throne. (XWWP)
Pernon, Rial
this young native of Eiattu was Gror Pernon’s son. Rial was a full Count in the Eiattuan royalty, and was Plourr’s second cousin. Once Plourr was returned to Eiattu, Rial assumed that he would be her future husband, since they had been betrothed as children. During the restoration of the Eiattuan monarchy, Rial flew his modified Z-95 Headhunter in battle with Rogue Squadron. (XWWP)
Perris
this man served the New Republic Navy as the flight coordinator for the Peregrine after Garm Bel Iblis joined the New Republic. At the time of the Caamas Incident, Perris had achieved the rank of Commander
. He later commanded the starfighters during the raid on Yaga Minor's Ubiqtorate station. (SOP, VOF)Perrsta, Jonnas
this man was the Captain of TransGalMeg Industries’ corporate security force in the city of Grig, on the planet Narg. He was part of the Farool brothers’ plan to use Crying Dawn Singer in an attempt to discredit the Alliance, and held the Shashay at the TGM facility in Grig, on the planet of Narg. A short man with long blond hair, Perrsta became increasingly worried about his role in the plan, fearing reprisal from TGM’s security force or the Empire itself. When Moff Nile Owen ordered him to move Singer to Toggeus and delay any Alliance rescue attempt, Perrsta quickly moved to comply. However, he was unable to contain them. (TA)
Personal Data Assistant
any computer device which stored physical and personal information. Any of the information can be displayed quickly, usually in a holographic, head's-up fashion. PDAs, as they are called, are found most often in soldier and commando gear, as well as in starpilot gear. (DF)
Personal shield
a small shield generator that can surround an individual with a protective field. The generator is often hidden in a belt or other bodily device. These shields have two drawbacks. First, they are too small to allow sufficient power for long-lasting protection. Second, the shield tended to get hot very quickly, literally frying the user if they accidentally touched the energy barrier. (CPL)
Perzome SoftWEAR
this corporation manufactures knowledge cartridges for use by cyborgs. (CFG)
Peshk Vri'syk
this Bothan male, a native of Bothawui, was a member of Rogue Squadron. He was killed by a shot from an ion cannon while defending the planet Borleias. (XWN)
Pesitiin
this gaseous planet, known for its intense atmospheric storms, was once the site of a Bosken & Bosken mine. Admiral Pellaeon had hoped to meet Garm Bel Iblis near Pesitiin, some ten years after the death of Grand Admiral Thrawn, in an effort to discuss a peace treaty between the New Republic and the remnants of the Empire. Pellaeon had sent Colonel Vermel to Morishim to deliver an inviation, but Vermel was intercepted by Moff Disra’s forces before he could get off a garbled message to Rogue Squadron. The message was never completely understood, and so Bel Iblis never went to Pesitiin. Pellaeon did go, to wait for Bel Iblis, but was attacked bu Cavrilhu Pirates. The pirate ships, operating under orders from Disra, were marked with Corellian Defense Forces insignia, hoping to fool Pellaeon into believing Bel Iblis was attacking. Pellaeon didn’t buy the attack, recognizing several battle maeuvers that Bel Iblis would not have attempted. Unshaken, Pellaeon remained at Pesitiin, waiting for Bel Iblis while questioning the loyalty of Disra. (GG2, SOP)
Pesktda
this is the capital city of the planet Garqi, and is the site of Garqi Ag University. (TFE)
Pesmemben IV
a planet on which Lando Calrissian ran a lithium scam, covering the planet's sand dunes with lithium carbonate to con the Imperial governor into leasing the planet to Lando. (ROTJN)
Pestage
this re-christened Victory-class Star Destroyer was part of the fleet that invaded Kheedar and helped support the martial law instituted there. (GG9)
Pestage, Sate
Emperor Palpatine's Grand Vizier, Pestage served the Emperor for an unknown number of years. He personally oversaw the preparation of Palpatine's food, tasting it for poisons. He scheduled all of Palpatine's meetings, held the Imperial Seal, and managed the Emperor's household. Pestage was one of the few people who knew about the Eidolon project, and actually diverted funds from it to build a small retreat on Tatooine. He then hired Lirin Banolt to acquire artwork and antique weapons to furnish it. Banolt managed to steal the plans for - and location of - the Eidolon, and threatened to blackmail Pestage, but the wily Vizier had Banolt executed before any damage could be done. When the Emperor died at Endor, Pestage retired to Byss to await the possible return of Palpatine's spirit. When this did occur, Pestage was there, ready to help the new-formed Palpatine regain his power and control. Note that Wedge's Gamble states that Ysanne Isard personally destroyed Pestage's career and drove him to his death. (DE1, DESB, XWBT, WG)
Petal Fever
this mild disease is common on newly-settled planets. It is not fatal if treated quickly. (POT)
Petchuk
Old Corellian for "animosity" or "bad blood." (SWAJ)
Petdur
codename of a group of Alliance Y-Wings assigned to attack Imperial outpost D-34, following the Battle of Hoth. (TIE)
Petor
a Nharwaak CR90 corvette destroyed during an Imperial raid on their hidden base. (TIE)
Petothel, Gara
this woman, a native of Coruscant, served the Empire under the command of Apwar Trigit. A lean woman distinguished by a beauty mark on her right cheek, Gara was one of the code slicers who worked on the Morrt droid deployment project, and was responsible for the false information that led to the destruction of Talon Squadron. She also discovered the New Republic's base on Folor, but actually found the false beacons placed on the opposite side of the moon. This allowed the starfighters to scramble and get away before Trigit could attack. (WS)
Petrakis
planet which was the site of an Imperial base during the Galactic Civil War. (XW)
Petro
a hot-tempered Imperial officer on Cilpar, he detested Alliance pacifists. He had a special hatred of survivors of Alderaan. (XWRS)
Petro, Gyla
a biologist who studied the various plant forms on the planet Kashyyyk. She was waylayed there by an Imperial detachment that was trying to capture Wookiee slaves. She was rescued by Han Solo and Chewbacca, and helped them obtain orga roots for a Life Day ceremony. (EGC)
PetVac
this was a veterinary operation located in Lola Curich, on Lianna. (ML)
PG-7u
a short range primary threat analysis grid. (SCRE)
Ph'dan
(1) a M'haeli youth who hung around with N'ton. He and N'ton were among the few who realized that Ch'no could read the time-streams correctly, while the other elders scoffed and ridiculed him for taking in the human child, Mora. Ph'dan and N'ton were among the first H'drachi to join the Alliance. (ROC)
(2) a M'haeli elder, who was the father of the youth R'dan. He was captured by Governor Grigor and forced to reveal the location of Ch'no. He also betrayed Mora to Grigor, telling the Governor about her true identity. (ROC)
Phalanx
(1) a Habeen CR90 Corvette, this ship was one of the original CR90s produced. The Habeen used the outdated ship to protect their hidden research base. (TIE)
(2) this New Republic
Majestic-class battle cruiser served under the Fifth Battle Group. It suffered major damage during the unsuccessful blockade of Doornik-319. It was attempting to recover a damaged E-Wing fighter with one of its tractor beams, when it took a direct hit to the bow. The first fourteen decks were damaged. (SOL)
Phanan, Ton
this native of Rudrig was a pilot with the New Republic, and he was one of the original members of Wraith Squadron. He wore a prosthetic headgear that covered most of his face, but his remaining blue eye and flowing moustahces gave him the appearance of an Imperial warlord. The prosthetics were necessary because Ton was allergic to bacta. His frequent visits to the medical center gave him the idea to become a doctor, and although he never became a doctor, he served as Wraith Squadron's medical officer. During the battle which resulted in the destructon of the Implacable near Ession, Phanan's X-Wing took a hit and he was forced to eject. Shrapnel from the explosion perforated his spleen, and he spent some time on Borleias recovering. (WS)
Phantasm
this was the name of Xaverri’s personal starship. (THG)
Phantele
a Ripoblus shuttle operative during the Sepan Civil War. It was used to transport Ripoblus diplomats to Sepan 8 for negotiations with the Dimok in which they agreed to fight together against the Empire. (TIE)
Phantom Project
the codename of the Mrlssi project to develop a working cloaking device for the Empire. It was developed by Rorax Falken and the Mrlssti students working for him, and was essentially a smoke-screen designed to swindle the Empire out of every credit it would pay. Funds for the Phantom Project were diverted to other research under Falken’s control, a fact that went unnoticed under Palpatine’s reign. Following the death of Palpatine at Endor, the remnants of the Empire began demanding results from Falken, who had suffered a breakdown upon learning of the use of his work in the construction of the Death Star. Gyr Keela, who succeeded Falken as President of the Academy, was unaware that the Phantom Project was a faked, and attempted to deal with the Empire. He decided to gain every credit possible by putting the Project up for bids to the New Republic and the remnants of the Empire. Wedge Antilles became the Republic's representative in the negotiations for the Phantom's plans, opposite his old nemesis Loka Hask. The proposed design of the Phantom Project was unique in that it required very little energy to maintain the cloaking effect over an entire ship. It also had the ability to resist the effects of a gravity well projector. The falsehood of the Project was revealed when Rogue Squadron defeated Loka Hask and discovered - from Falken’s students - that the project was not real. (XWPA)
Pharnas
one of the two moons of Kerest colonized by the Kerestians. (GG12)
Pharos
one of several medical frigates used by the Alliance during the Galactic Civil War. (SWJ10)
Pharynx Tube
a musical instrument used by the Kamarians. (HSR)
Phazer
a Nharwaak CR90 corvette group that tried to interrupt the negotiations between Admiral Zaarin and the Habeen, in which the two sides were solidifying a deal to trade hyperdrive technology. (TIE)
Phelarion
the Lady Tarkin maintained Imperial control of this world after the death of her husband, the Grand Moff Tarkin. She controlled a megonite moss mining operation there, providing a source of explosives for the Empire, in memory of her husband. (CSWEA)
Phelly
this Imperial Navy Lieutenant served as a helmsman aboard the Lusankya, under the command of Jaok Drysso during the Battle of Thyferra. (BW)
Phenaru Prime
a mythical world created to help Rogue Squadron plan its second attack on Borleias, the name was intended to throw off any Imperial interception of the plan's details. Phenaru Prime was given an asteroid belt and new land/ocean configurations to further mask it from Borleias. (XWN)
Phenets, Lee
this man was a Cloud City maintenance specialist whose job, under Lando Calrissian, was to keep the city running smoothly. He was one of the few humans on the station to be respected for his work by the Ugnaughts. (CCG5)
Phineas, Milo
this former Imperial Navy Captain retired from active duty and joined the Corporate Sector’s own naval fleet. He served under Commander Baruche Sloane, counterpointing Sloane’s own icy demeanor. A short, stocky man, Phineas always wore a disarming smile which belied his cold, calculating mind. He uses this trait to gain the confidence of those he’s investigating, then he arrests them. (TSK)
Phlegmin
Porcellus' kitchen boy while he worked in Jabba the Hutt's palace. Like Ak-Buz, Porcellus found Phlegmin dead in the kitchens of an unknown cause, although Porcellus feared that it had something to do with fierfek brought on by his hatred of Jabba. (TJP)
Phlik
this Shistavenan wolfman lurked in the Mos Eisley cantina some years after the Battle of Yavin. He was secretly recruiting Alliance agents when he met Garve. Garve's delivery of Imperial prisoners gave him a large number of recruits to process. (TMEC)
Phlog
a race of giant creatures that inhabits the Simoon desert on Endor's forest moon. Normally peaceful, the phlogs become dangerous when disturbed. They once tried to chop down the father trees of the forests to build a new castle, but were driven away by Wicket, Kneesaa, and their friends. (ECAR)
Phlutdroid
any of a series of robotic assassin droids. (ESB)
Phlynne, Hallyn
this Imperial Navy Captain commanded the customs ship Interceptor, patrolling the Elin Roe System. (SWAJ)
Pho Ph'eah
a planet, homeworld of the Pho Ph'eahians. It is a world of varying terrain and little warmth, for it orbits a long distance from its sun. It is warmed by active geothermal energy. (HSR, CSA)
Pho Ph'eahians
a blue-skinned, four-armed race native to Pho Ph'eah that evolved from mountain-dwelling hunters. The Pho Ph'eah contacted the Old Republic several millennia ago, offering to share their technology. (HSR, CSA)
Phoah-Kingsmeyer
manufacturers of shipboard shield projectors and shield screen controls. (SCRE)
Phobium
a metal that was used to coat the power core of the Death Star. It is mined on the planet Gargon. (GDV)
Phoebos
this being is generally considered the father of modern podracing. (X1)
Phoenix
(1) an Imperial freigher captured by Keyan Farlander on a solo mission designed to help him come out of the shell he formed after losing a number of wingmen in battle (XW)
(2) an Imperial modified CR90 Corvette assigned to defend the Habeen research base against any Nharwaak assault. (TIE)
Phoenix Plasma Punch
this plasma cutter was one of Drver Corporation's most successful products. It employs a circular stream of plasma energy to cut holes in nearly any material. It is extremely effective and reliable as a tool, but has a limited range of operation. Thus, unlike other plasma cutters, its use as a weapon is minimal. The Phoenix Plasma Punch could be even more popular, but Drever hasn't widely marketted it. (GG9)
Pholikite
this ore was mined by a colony of Andalese and Morath settlers on the planet Elcorth, before the Yevethan Great Purge wiped out the settlement. (TT)
Phorliss
a planet on which Mara Jade posed as a serving girl in a cantina. She had fled to the planet after escaping from Ysanne Isard, shortly after the death of Emperor Palpatine. (DFR)
Phosflea
a small, glowing gnat native to the planet Kashyyyk. The Wookiees captured quantities of these insects and kept them in mesh containers. If properly cared for, the phosfleas provided a free, non-polluting light source. The phosfleas were usually caught with a special pheromone-based lure. They give off a pinkish light. (DK)
Phosovane Salts
this substance is used as a base for creating painkillers, and was created on Attahox. Much of the exportation of phosovane is controlled by the Exalted Torcaigne. (CSWDW)
Phospha
this substance is used by detonation experts. It ignites on impact, and can be used to trigger larger explosives. (CFG)
Phosphor Bug
a small creature native to Belsavis, these nocturnal insects give off bio-luminescnet light. (COJ)
Phosphura Belt Nebula
the mysterious space station Zirtran's Anchor suddenly reappeared near this nebula, after disappearing from the Besberra System. The nebula glows an eerie green, and is wracked with electromagnetic storms. (SWAJ)
Phosphura Belt Pirates
a group of highly-organized pirates patrolling the Phosphura Belt Nebula. (SWAJ)
Photo-lipids in Brazened Fatty-Acid Sauce
this is a favored meal of the Ugor race. (SH)
Photon Darts
a bar game which uses light projectiles thrown at a target. (TSK)
Photonic Beam Generator (PBG)
the device used by laser weapons to generate coherent packets of destructive energy. (WEG)
Photoplate
a palm-key device used to lock prison cells. They can only be opened by a guard whose palmprint has been encoded into the plate. (SME)
Photoreceptor
the optical systems that make up a droid's eye(s). (SW)
Phototropic Shield
a shielding system that uses transparent materials such as transparisteel into light filters. Phototropic shields absorb or disperse incoming light above a certain brightness, thus allowing the individual using the material to not be blinded by large amounts of incoming light. (SW)
Phracas
this planet is located in the Core. (SOL)
Phraetiss
this planet was the sight of a botched smuggling operation where Lando Calrissian first encountered Niles Ferrier, about 10 years before the two meet again on Sluis Van. (DFR)
Phrik
a new metal being developed for use in Rom Mohc's Darktrooper program, it was mined in the Gromas system. Kyle Katarn was able to obtain a piece for analysis by the Alliance. (DF)
Phuna, T. Lund
the constable and local law officer working on Oseon 2795 when Lando Calrissian stopped there. Phuna was employed by the Administrator Senior of Oseon to keep an eye on the mining operation. He was a chain-smoker, and slightly obese. When Lando started winning more than Phuna cared to lose, he tried to plant a cheater in Lando's clothing, but he was caught by Arun Feb. (LCM)
Phyll
a leafy, plant-like alien Lando Calrissian cons into a sabacc match at Teguta Lusat. (LCM)
Phylon
manufacturers of tractor beam equipment. (SCRE)
Phylon Freight
manufacturers of star freighters. (XW)
Physical Calculus
this is the ancient Elomic art of logical problem solving. A balance table and a set of colored, hemispherical weights is used to determine which of two arguments is more valid. The balance table floats above a small repulsorlift pylon. The use of physical calculus can be modified by weighting the table in specific ways, depending on the individual circumstances of the situation. (TT)
PH-5s
a model of long-range phased tachyon array. (XW)
Pic
this Dark Jedi was Gorc's twin, but only in the genetic sense of the word. Where Gorc was a massive humanoid measuring more than two meters in height. Pic was a spindly creature barely over a meter tall. Where Gorc was strong but slow, Pic was quick and agile, prancing around and toying with an opponent until Gorc can step in and deliver a huge blow. When they’re not in battle, Pic usually hangs from Gorc’s shoulders. Gorc and Pic were defeated by Kyle Katarn during the search for the Valley of the Jedi. (DF2)
Pica Thundercloud
a green, alcoholic beverage which is sipped, rather than mixed or swilled. (TME)
Picavil
this city, located on Elshandruu Pica, was the site of the planet's primary starport. (BW)
Picutorion
this planet was the site of a protracted battle during the Galactic Civil War. During the battle, Bevven and Drost were persuaded to sacrifice Ganig and Stecker because of their suspected sympathy for the Alliance. Mar Barezz was the ISB agent who suggested that the Imperials be allowed to die. (ISB)
Picutorian, Vensell
a Senex lord for a number of years, he served on the Imperial Senate in Leia Organa's early years as Senator. When Roganda Ismaren began asking for support in recovering the Eye of Palpatine, Picutorian began suggesting that the Senex Houses enter a combined alliance with the Ismaren's Empire, rather than selling out entirely. (COJ)
Pierce, Tagg
this Alliance Lieutenant grew tired of fighting for the Alliance and struck out on his own, eventually forming the Laramus Base Irregulars. He is known for his lack of regard for his line officers. (GG9)
Piercer II
the lowest-grade computer spike produced by MicroThrust, the Piercer II has an extremely limited duration of efficiency. (CFG)
Piercer IV
a low-grade computer spike manufactured by MicroThrust. (CFG)
Pieterson, Cris
this young Imperial officer was the tractor beam controller aboard the Chimaera, during the reign of Grand Admiral Thrawn. He was killed by Rukh for losing control of Luke Skywalker's X-wing, after Luke managed to escape. (HTTE)
Piett
this Imperial Naval officer had a spotless, highly-commended career in the Empire. He achieved the rank of Captain, and was assigned to work under Admiral Ozzel. Piett was promoted to Admiral aboard the Executor by Darth Vader after Ozzel failed to meet the mission objectives as defined by Vader. Piett was killed during the Battle of Endor when the Executor was disabled and crashed into the second Death Star. Piett was portrayed by Kenneth Colley in Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back and Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. Piett was also portrayed by David Rasche for the The Empire Strikes Back Radio Drama on National Public Radio. (ESB, ESBR, MTS, ROTJ)
Pig Trough
this was the nickname given by New Republic starfighter pilots to the huge natural fissure found near the base on Folor. It was somewhat anomolous, given Folor's stable tectonics, to find a trench like the Pig Trough, because is runs for several thousand kilometers northeast of the base before turning to the northwest for an even greater distance. The New Republic used it for pilot training runs. (WS)
Piggy
a nickname given to Jek Porkins, as well as Voort saBinring. (SW, WS)
Pii I
one of the two inner-most planets in the Pii System, Pii I is a scroched ball of rock. (SWAJ)
Pii II
one of the two inner-most planets in the Pii System, Pii II is a scroched ball of rock. (SWAJ)
Pii III
this world, like its neighbor Pii IV, is owned by the Greel Wood Loggind Corporation and Meysen Kayson. Pii III produces the best grassland scarlet greel wood, which grows in the drier atmosphere on the planet. Pii 3 was once the site of the seventh Duro Relocation Colony, but it was eventually abandoned. The average day on Pii III lasts 18 standard hours. Its year lasts 352 local days. Pii III and PII IV are known in the Arkanis Sector as Teeda's Eyes. (SWAJ)
Pii IV
this planet is located in the Pii System, which is part of the Arkanis Sector of the Mid Rim. It is owned by Meysen Kayson and the Greel Wood Logging Corporation, which produces much of the galaxy's supply of greel wood. It is a cool, moist world with mountainous terrain. Its day lasts an average of 21 standard hours, and its year lasts 361 local days. This planet produces the band scarlet greel wood. Along with its neighbor Pii III, these worlds are known as Teeda's Eyes. (SWAJ)
Pika
a fruit tree that grows in the oases on Tatooine. (COJ)
Pike, Zan
twin sister of Zu Pike, Zan is distinguishable from her sister because she has two green eyes. Like her sister, she is completely amoral but has no criminal record. She is highly-skilled in the Bunduki art of teras kasi, and is available to the highest bidder. Prince Xizor secured her services in his hunt for Luke Skywalker. She was twenty-six standard years old at the time. Later, the sisters worked for Spinda Caveel, trying to recover the human replica droid Guri. However, as the stakes for recovering Guri grew, the sisters opted to get out while the getting was good. Later, the sisters worked for Spinda Caveel, trying to recover the human replica droid Guri. However, as the stakes for recovering Guri grew, the sisters opted to get out while the getting was good. (SE)
Pike, Zu
twin sister of Zan Pike, Zu is distinguishable from her sister because she has one green eye and one blue eye. Like her sister, she is completely amoral but has no criminal record. She is highly-skilled in the Bunduki art of teras kasi, and is available to the highest bidder. Prince Xizor secured her services in his hunt for Luke Skywalker. She was twenty-six standard years old at the time. Later, the sisters worked for Spinda Caveel, trying to recover the human replica droid Guri. However, as the stakes for recovering Guri grew, the sisters opted to get out while the getting was good. Later, the sisters worked for Spinda Caveel, trying to recover the human replica droid Guri. However, as the stakes for recovering Guri grew, the sisters opted to get out while the getting was good. (SE)
Pike
a Ripoblus assault transport operative during the Sepan Civil War. It was used in the Sepan battles agains the Empire. (TIE)
Pikkel Sisters
this was an alias used by the Pike sisters, during the time that they operated for Spinda Caveel. They were responsible for the theft of the droid Doc from Massad Thrumble, but were unable to defend Caveel against Guri’s attempt to rescue Doc. (SEE)
Pikobis
this web-footed, bird-like lizard is native to the swamps of the planet Naboo, where is hunts for smaller prey. Resembling an ostrich, it uses its sharp beak to spear its prey. (GF)
Pil Diller
this planet is the homeworld of mournful singing fig trees. (DA)
Pilgrim
one of the former names of the Koqus Starliner Star Morning. (SOL)
Pill, Jeff
this youth was one of Geordi Hans' friends in Mos Eisley, and was also a member of the Farns. Pill was an unmotivated youth. (GG7)
Pillaging Villagers One by One
a brutish ballad often sung by stromtroopers. (COJ)
Pillbug
an oblong, flexible, segmented insect. (ROM)
Pillik
an Omwati youth who did not "survive" Tarkin's forced education. Tarkin used Pillik as an example to drive the other youths: he had his Victory-class Star Destroyer fire on Pillik's village, destroying it. He warned the others that their failure would result in similar results. (JS)
Pillman
manufacturers of small-scale propulsion units, such as the single-shot engines used in emergency life pods. (SCRE)
Pilot's Guild
an assoication of starpilots who have created and uphold a set of laws that govern the use of outerspace as a travel medium. They oversee most aspects of space travel, including education of new pilots, for which they have produced a book from which new pilots learn the basics of space flight. (HSL)
Pilum
a Ripoblus assault transport operative during the Sepan Civil War. It was used in the Sepan battles agains the Empire. (TIE)
Pimbrellan League
this cluster of star systems is located at the end of the Sebiris Run. The League consists of three primary worlds - Dolstan, Bresan, and Swedlan - and the many systems which lie between them. These three worlds are the only habitable worlds in the League's domain. The Pimbrellan League was formed by the followers of Pinacism. (KO)
Pin Money
a bounty hunters' term used to identify a small-time criminal who has engaged in illicit activities for many years, but only commands a small bounty. (GG9)
Pinacism
this belief was brought to the galactic forefront by the founders of the Pimbrellan League. Pinacists claim that those beings who sit back and watch the events of the galaxy unfold around them will eventually emerge to pick up the pieces and take control of the galaxy. The Pinacists were one of the few groups in the Kathol Outback who took an interest in what was happening outside the Marcol Void and the Kathol Rift, and arranged with a group on Gandle Ott to have a courier droid dispatched once a week with the latest news. The Pinacists believe that a great Event will take place, that will signal them to return to the galaxy and begin their work. Many believed that the Galactic Civil War was this Event, but most leaders believed it was just a minor blip. (KO)
Pincer Maneuver
an evasive maneuver in which two ships, being pursued by a third, split up and fly in opposite directions around a larger cover object, often a support ship. The pursuing third ship, momentarily without a target, is then forced to pick between the two targets. The target that is not followed then swings around and destroys the pursuer. (HTTE)
Pinchers
this Cavrilhu Pirate was stationed on Wistril, and made a regular supply delivery run to the Kauron System base. Luke Skywalker incapacitated him in order to assume the identity of Mensio and infiltrate the Kauron asteroid base. Pinchers used a highly-modified Y60 cargo hauler to make the run. Luke used a Jedi healing trance to knock Pinchers out, then pulled details on the cavrilhu base from his mind in order to make his entrance much simpler. (SOP)
Pink Lizard Thunderbolt
this alcoholic concoction is similar to an Elshandruu Pica Thundercloud, and is named for the indeterminate species of small reptiles that created it. (GG9)
Pinks
a name given to a pinkish algae that lives in the atmosphere of the planet Bespin. This form of floating algae is so prevalent in the gas gaint's atmosphere that it gives the planet a pinkish color when seen from space. (ISU)
Pinnace
any small fighter craft used to quickly intercept a target. (HSR)
Pinnacle Base
site of a former Rebel base, used while the Empire re-emerged (following Thrawn's rise to power) and possessed Coruscant, it is located on the fifth moon of Da Soocha. (DE1)
Pinnacle Moon
another name for the Da Soocha 5. (DE1)
Pippa Rosheed
this famous doctor taught at the Sperinad University on Esseles. (SWAJ)
Piranha beetles
blue predator insects native to Yavin 4. (COTF)
Pirate
one of SoroSuub's racing swoops. (DFRSB)
Pirgi
one of the New Reublic security officers killed in the stormtrooper raid on Talasea. (XWN)
Pirik
this planet, the primary world in the Pirik System, was a hotbed of rebellious activity during the Galactic Civil War. (SWJ10)
Piringiisi
a hot spring of caustic, green mud found on the planet Sullust. The Sullustans hold the springs in reverence, and often extend a visit to the springs as a gift. (XW)
Pirkha
a Noghri measurement of an area of land. (DFR)
Pirki nuts
legumes that are usually served charred. (TB)
Piroket
this planet is the site of a Bothan shipping company during the Galactic Civil War. It is located near Tatooine. (TME)
Pirol-5
this planet was the site of an Imperial factory farm in the Koornacht Cluster until it was razed by the Yevetha during the Great Purge. (BTS)
Pisces Base
a floating city on Calamari. (GDV)
Pit, The
this area of scattered asteroids is located at the end of the Kessel Run. Although the Kessel Run is more dangerous, more ships are lost in the Pit because many pilots breathe a sigh of relief that they’ve passed beyond the Maw. They let their reflexes down just when they enter the asteroids. The asteroid field was strewn through the green, wispy arm of a nebula, much like Smuggler’s Run. (THG, RD)
Pit Droid
this is the generic term used to describe any small droid which works in a multitude of capacities in vehicle repair shops. Most pit droids are very small in stature, similar to the E-series of household droids, but with flat, bowl-shaped heads and a single optical unit mounted on the nose. When not in use, pit droids were designed to collapse into a compact form when hit on the nose. Another jab at the nose would reactivate the small droid. (SW1)
Pit of Wind
this section of the Game Chambers of Questal is a vast, deep cylinder, across which span a multitude of thin platforms at varying heights. The objective of the chamber is to make it across one of the platforms. At the bottom of the cylinder are several metal spikes, pointing straight up. To make matters worse, an intense wind whistles through the cylinder, buffeting anyone attempting to walk across. (GCQ)
Pit-boar
a savage, pig-like creature with sharp tusks. (ROTJN)
Pitann
this harsh, desert world is one of the member worlds of the Kathol Republic. Much of the planet's economy is based on the mining operations which cover the landscape, and the settlers of Pitann are often suspicious of outsiders. Pitann has a short day, which lasts only 12 standard hours. However, its year consumes 841 local days. (KO)
Pitareeze, Baron
Nak's grandfather, the Baron Pitareeze was a native of Kalarba. He designed the Pitareeze Cruiser, but his association with Olag Greck meant that the Cruiser would never be built. Greck stole the plans and tried to sell the ship as his own, and when it failed, he blamed it on the Baron. Since then, the Baron has tried to recover his pride and the rights to the cruiser. (DRO)
Pitareeze, Jarth
Nak's father, and partner with his wife, Meg, in a growing travel guide business on Kalarba. When C-3PO and R2-D2 were jettisoned by IG-88 and land in a pond near their picnic, Jarth and Meg decide to hire the droids as helpers. (DRO)
Pitareeze, Meg
Nak's mother, and partner with her husband, Jarth, in a growing travel guide business on Kalarba. When C-3PO and R2-D2 were jettisoned by IG-88 and land in a pond near their picnic, Jarth and Meg decide to hire the droids as helpers. Meg is the daughter of the Baron Pitareeze. (DRO)
Pitareeze, Nak
a young boy on Kalarba, Nak is the grandson of his town's baron. He is fairly adept at robotics, and when his grandfather becomes the owner of C-3PO and R2-D2, he has many adventures with them. He helped put Vuldo in jail for building illegal blasters by reviving a huge maintenance droid and destroying Vuldo's secret workshop. (DRO)
Pitareeze Cruiser
a sleek, light cruiser designed by the Baron Pitareeze. The ship was never built, though, for the Baron's partner, Olag Greck, stole the plans for it. He then tried to sell a shoddy version of it as his own. When the ship failed, he blamed the failure on the Baron. This cruiser was going to be the first to use the MT-5 hyperdrive unit. (DRO)
Pits of Plooma
Han Solo was near this deep space formation when he witnessed an Ithorian herd meet while on a smuggling run. (COJ)
Pittins
small, domesticated creatures used as pets. (COJ)
Pivar Spinner
this component of a holoprojector consists of an optical lense which is rotated at high speeds to keep the focused image from becoming distorted. (CFG)
Pixelito
this planet was the home of a contingent of Dugs. (TPM)
Pkneb
a delicacy often served caramelized. (TME)
PK-8f
a model of short-range primary threat grid. (XW)
PL/1G
BlasTech's grenade-launching adapter for use on projectile weapons. (ISB)
PL-1
this designation was created for a specialized X-Wing part, shortly after the Battle of Endor. When Rogue Squadron resigned its commission to battle Ysanne Isard at Thyferra, the New Republic was unable to directly supply them with X-Wings. However, they managed to sell off a number of X-Wings as broken surplus because they lacked PL-1s. This was a bookeepping ruse, though, because PL-1 actually referred to the pilot of the craft. (BW)
Place of Beginning
this is one of the Qella names for their homeworld, Brath Qella. (TT)
Plagen
this unusual planet is part of the Pax System. The world has high plateaus which are covered with grasslands and lakes, while the lower plains are parched and dry. It is the native planet of the Chikarri race. (TSK)
Plague Group
this was the local name given to the workers at the Scohar Xenohealth Institute. (WS)
Plah
this is a lifeless moon orbiting Tibrin. (GG4)
Plakhmirakh
this Noghri worked for Talon Karrde as a bodyguard some ten years after the death of Grand Admiral Thrawn. Plakhmirakh served as a protector to Moranda Savich. (SOP)
Plako
this Chikarri was a mechanic on this homeworld of Plagen, and talked with a pronounced lisp.He was also an inventor, and discovered a way to modify an ore locating sensor to search for gemstones. He placed this ore locator on his ship, the Tasty Acorn, and set out to find the legendary Fool’s Gold. He found the ship, but the Tasty Acorn suffered amalfunction and had to be docked for repairs. Plako then hired a group of adventures to locate the ship for him. The Chikarri split the profits from the sale of the Fool’s Gold’s precious cargo equally with the adventurers, after they all managed to escape from Bruce Mercy and his pirates. (TSK)
Plancke, Parq Yewgeen
this man, a manager of the Imperial Bank of Coruscant during the early years of the New Order, was summoned when Han Solo tried to withdraw a large sum of credits from the account of Jenos Idanian. A chubby man with pink skin and a balding head, Plancke was forced to detain Han after receiving word that Hal Horn had placed a hold on Idanian’s accounts. Hna became desperate, and took Plancke hostage while trying to escape. A detachment of stormtroopers apprehended him, but succeeded only in shooting Plancke while Han escaped in a turbolift. Plancke did not survive the shooting. (TPS)
Planet 4
a planet in the Bakura system used by the Ssi-ruuk as a launch site. (TB)
Planet 6
an ice world in the Bakura system, originally attacked by the Ssi-ruuk but left alone when no human life was found on it. (TB)
Planet-hopper
a term used to describe any small starship used to make runs between planets in the same system. (POT)
Planetary Pioneers (*)
the name given to Luke Skywalker's class of students at the New Academy for Space Pilots. (MM)
Planetary Poker (*)
a card game played by R2-D2 and Chewbacca. (MRR)
Planetary Repulsor
the huge, underground repsulors used to move the various planets into the Corellian System eons ago. The primary minds behind the Starbuster plot learned that they could use the repulsors as weapons, and destroyed the Bakuran destroyer Watchkeeper by activating the repulsor and smashing the ship with it. (AS)
Planetary Safaris
this Imperially-chartered corporation specialized in hunting expeditions to exotic worlds. Some 20 years before the Galactic Civil War, Planetary Safaris discovered the planet Barab I, and organized hunting trips to hunt the Barabel race despite the fact that the Barabels were obviously intelligent. The Barabels fought back, and were eventually recognized by Captain Alater. (GG4)
Plank Gas
a chemical weapon that is highly corrosive. (ISB)
Plarx
this Frezhlix led an assault force against the Sif’krie race shortly after the revelation of the Caamas Document. (SOP)
Plasboard
this is a building material made from a combination of wood, paper, and plastic. (TBH)
Plasform
a lightweight material used in food packaging. (HSL)
Plash
manufacturers of self-molding contour chairs. (SOP)
Plasma Cannon
a crude weapon which expels a packet of ionized plasma gas at its target. (OS)
Plasma Fuser
a tool which uses plasma gas to cut through materials or fuse them together. (ISU)
Plasma Grenade
an explosive device which used ionized plasma gas to created a localized detonation. (MTS)
Plasma Saw
a loud, noisy tools that uses ionized plasma gas to cut through materials. (JS)
Plasma Torpedo
a projectile weapon that uses ionized plasma gas to create an explosion. (COJ)
Plasma-hardening
this manufacturing process is used to create stronger blast armor and plating. It allows normal blast armor to withstand the effects of a thermal detonator at close range. (GMH)
Plasmaberry
this fruit is a favorite delicacy on Dreffon IV. (GMH)
Plasmar
this amoebic race, native to the planet Y’nybeth, is transparent. (POT)
Plast
a lightweight, multi-purpose material. (COJ)
Plasteel
a building material. (CPL)
Plastene
a sturdy material used to make anything from drink cups to work clothes. (COJ)
Plasti-pak
a recyclable material used to carry food on trips. (RASB)
Plasti-shroud
this protective covering is used to store anything from containers and boxes to swoops and starfighters. It provides a defense against rain and other elements. (GCQ)
Plasticrete
a building material which uses crushed stone and plastic polymers to create strong yet flexible structures. (SE)
Plastiform
a packing material that is blown into a package. It surrounds the contents of the package, keeping it safe from jolts and jars while in transit. The Gamorreans are fond of eating it as a snack. It was also used to create the clear, bubble-shaped visors for environment suits. (TJP, GOF9)
Plastine
a substance used to create vacuum-seal storage pouches. (IJ)
Plastiskin
this synthetic flesh is used by actors to modify their appearance. (GMS)
Plastisteel
a dense, nearly indestructible material. (GG4)
Plasto
an inexpensive material used in packaging. (SE)
Plastoid
a thermoformed material often used in battle armor. (SW)
Plastopress
this injection-molded, plastic-like material is used in a number of industrial and construction formations. (POT)
Plastron
the material that was used to built the center section of the droid Bollux. (HSE).
Plat Dromma
manufacturers of large-scale targeting computers. (SCRE)
Plat Hovath
Plat Mallar's father, he was a droid mechanic on Polneye. (BTS)
Plat Mallar
a Grannan from Polneye who fought against the Yevethan invaders during the Great Purge. He was training a group of youths in the TIE Interceptors when the attack came, and he quickly took control of one of the old fighters. He was able to destroy a Yevethan TIE Fighter before he was intercepted by an Imperial-class Star Destroyer. He turned tail and fled into the stars, where he tried to reach someone who could help his people. The Interceptor was later picked up by a New Republic prowler ship and brought to Coruscant. Mallar was sent to the New Republic Fleet Infirmary, where he came under the attention of Admiral Ackbar. Ackbar recognized the potential in the youth, despite the severe exposure to deep-space cold and lack of nutrition. Mallar recovered, and became one of the key witnesses against the Yevetha. He wanted nothing more than to join the Republic's Navy and fly a starfighter against the Yevetha, and Ackbar spearheaded Mallar's acceptance into Naval training. Ackbar also personally oversaw Mallar's early training, placing him in simulations against Yevethan starfighters in order to temper Mallar's hatred while honing his skills. When the orders came that the Republic was blockading the Koornacht Cluster, Mallar was placed on active duty. He was tapped, along with several other pilots to fly recon duty to survey Yevethan forces in the Cluster. Mallar never got a chance to fly, though, as others with more experience were sent out first. Instead, Mallar drew escort duty for the shuttle Tampion, which was supposed to transport Han Solo to the Fifth Battle Group. The shuttle was intercepter by the Yevetha and, despite the best efforts of the escorts, Solo was taken prisoner. He came under intense scrutiny, but was not accused of negligence. He was then attached to the Fifth fleet, as a shuttle pilot on the Mandjur during the Battle of N’zoth. His chance to prove himself came when the Mandjur was hit with Yevethan missiles and rendered powerless. He took Captain Teggett’s X-Wing out and rescued several stranded pilots before the Rebublic was able to defeat the Yevethan fleet. (BTS, SOL, TT)
Plateau of Dreams
located in the middle of the Elto continent of Gacerian, this mesa is the location of the musical rocks known as the oueee-ha. (PG2)
Platform
any stationary, deep-space launch and supply site. There are six basic designs of platforms. Each is built around a central spire or hub, which houses the storage facilities, living quarters, and operations centers. Extending from the central structure are three landing pads which serve are runways, launch and landing sites, and repair and storage facilities. Most platforms measure 250 meters across, and are armed with multiple turbolaser batteries and warhead launchers. They are also well-shielded, with 200-SBD shields protecting 100-RU hulls.
The basic types of platforms are:
- Class 1 Platform (PLT-1) designed primarily as a landing platform, with minimal living space
- Class 2 Platform (PLT-2) designed primarily as a landing platform, but with more living space than a PLT-1 platform
- Class 3 Platform (PLT-3) expanded platform, with more living space than a PLT-2 platform
- Class 4 Platform (PLT-4) an outpost platform, with minimal living space and small landing pads
- Class 5 Platform (PLT-5) a large platform with a huge living space and large landing pads
- Class 6 Platform (PLT-6) a large platform that is not armed with a warhead launcher
(TIE)
Platform 327
one of the landing platforms on Cloud City to which the Millennium Falcon is directed. (ESB)
Platform 5
one of the landing platforms on Nomad City to which the Millennium Falcon and Luke's X-wing are directed. (HTTE)
Platform 6
one of the landing platforms on Nomad City to which the Millennium Falcon and Luke's X-wing are directed. (HTTE)
Plattahr
this crimelord operated his business on the planet Phorliss, and was part of the Black Nebula organization. The Houk cantina owner Gorb Drig was indebted to Plattahr for the funds used to maintain his cantina. Plattahr and his goons were members of an alien race with huge, muscular bodies and heads that resembles the tips of stalks on their necks. No eyes or nose were visible on their heads, and a small opening revealed their mouths. (MJEH)
Plawal
the first volcanic rift jungle that was domed on Belsavis. The dome was built by the Brathflen Corportion early in Palpatine's reign as Emperor. In those days, the valley was known as Plett's Well. This was later shortened to Pletwell, then simply Plawal. (COJ)
Pleader
the equivalent of a lawyer on the planet Concord Dawn, a Pleader is assigned to every criminal. The Pleader’s job is to report the criminal’s personal idea of their guilt or innocence. (TBH)
Pleasant City
this is the capital city of the lawless world of Korbin. It is the planet's largest city, and is also the home of its largest spaceport. Like the planet itself, there is no government in Pleasant City, nor are there any customs regulations. It is a disease-ridden city, and is steeped in the Dark Side of the Force. (PG2)
Pleck
this New Republic Intelligence technical agent worked with Taisden on the Glorious during the search for the Teljkon vagabond near Gmir Askilon. (SOL)
Pleezer
this pleasure-inducing drug is often found in medical kits. (CFG)
Plesstil
a temperate planet. (DFRSB)
Plett
a Ho'Din Jedi Master from the planet Moltok, he was also a scientist and a botanist. He took up residence on Belsavis about 70 years before Han Solo and Princess went to Belsavis to search for Plett's Well. The Mluki natives said that his ruins indicate that he had been there at least 30 years before that. Plett was rumored to be able to communicate with the animals, and legends say he controlled the weather on Belsavis. He supposedly hid a group of Jedi children in the Plawal rift valley in order to hide them from the Jedi purge. (COJ)
Plett's Well
another name for the Plawal rift valley on Belsavis. The Mluki called the rift valleys "wells," and so the one that the Jedi Master Plett lived in became known as Plett's Well. (COJ)
Pletwell
another name for the Plawal rift valley on Belsavis. (COJ)
Plex
nickname of MerrSonn's PLX2 missile launcher. (ISB)
Plexgrove Combine
this finance and banking interest provides low- and mid-level banking services to the galaxy. It oversees services in the Corporate Sector that are not controlled by the Bank of the Core. Plexgrove was one of the original Contributing Sponsors of the Corporate Sector Authority. (CSA)
Plexi
a transparent material used in windows. (COJ)
Plexi-cast
this appliance is used to splint broken or damaged limbs. It is incredibly strong and light-weight, and allows the injured person to use the damaged limb immediately. (SWJ9)
Plexisteel
a material used to form the outer shell of older droids. (LCM)
Plexite
a valuable mineral. (SWAJ)
Plexus Courier Droid
this capsule-shaped droids were used by Imperial Sector Plexus to transport data across the galaxy. These droids were also modified for use as transport vessels for Imperial Death-Hunter cyborgs. (SWJ9)
Plicto
a creature whose meat is eaten. (SE)
Pliith
a plant-like species native to the planet Evas VI. (SWAJ)
Plo Koon
this Jedi Master was one of the last members of the Jedi Council. He was present when Anakin Skywalker was first presented to the Council. (SW1)
Plooriod III
Darth Vader killed the brutal Lord Ghorin here, shortly after the Battle of Yavin. (XW)
Plooriod IV
the Alliance captured some of Ghorin's Y-Wing fighters near this planet, and used them to discredit the Overlord to Darth Vader. The Alliance later destroyed the frigate Red Wind near the planet. (XW)
Ploovo 2-for-1
a loan shark, robber, and thief who operated in the Cron Drift during the New Order. He was a human known for his bad temper, a nervous facial tic, and an oily, black topknot. Ploovo was living proof that good breeding and fine education don't always guarantee one will turn out good. He left those things behind and started working for Jigoba as a minor loan shark. When he felt he was ready, Ploovo struck out on his own, gradually expanding his empire until it stretched beyond the borders of the Corporate Sector. History has shown, however, that Ploovo was too subtle or too timid to survive as a crimelord outside the bounds of the Corporate Sector. Thus, he became successful there, but was not well-known to the Empire. He wears a wide assortment of faux gem pinky ring, and had no taste in clothing. (HSE, CSA)
Plort
this Targonnian served under Dictator-Forever Craw, and led the attack on Master Zorneth's herdship. He was unable to recover the Ithorian's savorium, for it was destroyed by Zorneth's forces before he could recover it. (DRO)
Ploth
a creature whose meat is prepared as food. When propoerly prepared, it is a very succulent meal. (TJP)
Plothis
this smuggler acquaintance of Han Solo and Chewbacca ran a small business in Esau’s Ridge. Plothis’ primary commodity was specialized smuggling equipment, although he was equalling adept at selling information. He was shot in a squabble with a customer about four years before the Black Fleet Crisis. Bracha e’Naso took over the day-to-day operation of his business. (TT)
Plourr
a bald-headed female member of Wedge Antilles' Rogue Squadron of X-Wing pilots, Plourr served with the squadron following the Battle of Endor.
A member of the Alliance, Plourr served aboard the Home One as a technician during the Battle of Endor. She proved to be a valuable addition to the Rogues, until shortly after the discovery of Eidolon Base. It was then that the nobles of her homeworld, Eiattu, asked the New Republic to return her. They believed that she was Isplourrdacartha Estillo, the only surviving heir to Uthorrferrell Cartha. She admitted to this heritage, and a power struggle erupted within Eiattuan society. She told the Rogues of the coup against her father, and how she barely escaped the executions which followed. However, in order to escape, she was forced to kill her own brother, Harrandatha. This knowledge allowed her to expose Harran Estillo, who had risen to power on Eiattu while claiming to be Harrandatha. During her childhood, Plourr was betrothed to Rial Pernon, who later assisted her in recombining the political factions and bringing Eiattu under a monarchy once again. She defied the edicts of the Priamsta and declared that she would only rule when the tyranny of the noble class was removed and the common folk once again had a voice in the government. After Harran Estillo was exposed and Leonia Tavira’s role was discovered, the Priamsta realized that they had been merely puppets of the Imperial regime. They allowed Plourr to assume control of the planet, and she pledged to restore Eiattu to its former glory. This meant that she had to retire from Rogue Squadron, a change Wedge Antilles openly supported. (XWRS, XWBT, XWWP, HXW)Ploven
this aquatic race is native to the planet Gra Ploven. The Empire attempted to subjugate the race, but the Ploven refused to pay what the Imperials called a "defense assessment." In retaliation, the Empire ordered the Imperial-class Star Destroyer Forger to concentrate its firepower on the planet's bodies of water. The resulting super-hot steam boiled 200,000 Ploven alive in three coastal cities. They have a number of fins situated along their back, earning them the derogatory nickname "Finbacks." (SOL)
Pludris
a fermented spirit. (RM)
Plug-F Mammoth
this huge racing engine was designed by Collor Pondrat. The podracer Sebulba mated a pair of Plug-F Mammoths to Split-X intakes to power his pod. They measure 7.47 meters in length, and propel a craft at speeds approaching 800 kph. (X1)
Plumbum
an important element mined in the galaxy. (CS)
Plutrefin
this is one of several small, industrial towns strewn across the northern coast of Anai, on the planet Lianna. (ML)
PLX2
nicknamed "Plex," this is MerrSonn's portable, disposable missile launcher. It can fire rockets or concussion missiles, and is fast and powerful. It is fired from the shoulder, and can fire dumb missiles at sighted targets or GAM missiles. (ISB)
PLY 3000
SoroSuub's personal luxury yacht, the PLY 3000 is a 50-meter starship which has three main levels: the main deck, which features a full galley, six deluxe cabins, a dining area, and the bridge; an engineering level below the main deck; and an observation area above the main deck, in the rear. The ship is armed wit a single laser cannon, but has minimal shielding. The PLY 3000 has limited hyperdrive capability. (DFRSB)
Po Ruddle Lingsnot
this humanoid inhabitant of Cloud City at Bespin was at one time a used cloud car salesman. He worked hard to get himself elected to the outpost's Council on Tourism and Extraplanetary Investment. He went on from there to become an established member of the Exex. He continuously promotes Cloud City's virtues, as well as those of the planet Bespin. (ISU)
Poas Trell
an executive aide assigned to Nanaod Engh, she witnessed Leia Organa-Solo's granting of immediate membership to those planets in Farlax Sector which requested it. The planets were reacting to the threat of the Yevethan Purge, and requesting the assistance of the New Republic. She knew that Engh should be the individual witnessing the memberships, and questioned Leia's right to grant them on such short notice. (SOL)
Poborandurannum
this sacred temple is found on the planet Natinati. Jabba the Hutt visited the site some years before the Battle of Yavin. (JTH)
Pocket Computer
this generic term refers to any small, portable computer terminal which allows the user to gain access to the data in a mainframe. Pocket computers do not allow the user to control the mainframe. (CFG)
Pocket Cruiser
an obsolete class of capital ship which saw action near the end of the Clone Wars. (HSL)
Pocket Patrol Boat
a small fighter used by the Corellian defense network, these ships (called PPBs) sacrificed armament for speed. (AC)
Pod Racer
this is a generic term used to describe any of the small, one-man repulsorcraft used to race across a predefined podracing course. Each pod contains the driver, and is connected by Steelton control cables to the turbine engines that propel the craft forward. The pod contains a repulsorlift engine, that keeps the craft at a specific, low-level altitude. The turbine engines - from two to four per pod - are incredbily powerful, and are connected by an energy binder that keeps them from flying apart. Podracing was popularized in the Outer Rim during the last decades of the Old Republic. Because of the reflexes needed to react to the pod and the course, as well as the dexterity needed to control the pod racer, nearly all pod racers were non-humans. At least four hands were needed to maintain control of the ship, while sharp reflexes and quick thinking were needed to anticipate the course as the small craft are propelled forward at speeds reaching 800 kph. (SW1, TPM, X1)
Podadun
this Teyrian city is located at the point where the River District Flyway breaks off from the Rift Skyrail. (SOL)
Poderis
primary planet in the Poderis system, in the Orus Sector, Poderis is a "marginal" world of tough, stubborn colonists. One of the possible sources of Imperial clones, leaked by Thrawn in an effort to throw the Republic off its search. It has a ten-hour rotational cycle and a severe axial tilt, which creates intense windstorms. The planet's inhabitants have built huge shield-barriers around their cities to dampen and deflect the winds. (TLC)
Podon
a type of tree native to the rift valleys of Belsavis. It bears a tasty fruit often used in cider. The fruit is farily sturdy, and can be packed by droids instead of humanoids. (COJ)
Podracing
this sport developed in the Outer Rim in the last decades of the Old Republic, and remained popular even with the advent of the New Order. Podracing involved the maneuvering of repulsor-equiped pod racers around a predefined course. Each race usually required each of up to fifteen opponents to maneuver the course three times. It was considered more dangerous than swoop racing, because the turbines were not directly connected to the pod. This, coupled with the winding, obstacle-filled courses that made up the circuit of races, often meant that pod racers were continually at risk. Because of the reflexes needed to react to the pod and the course, as well as the dexterity needed to control the pod racer, nearly all pod racers were non-humans. At least four hands were needed to maintain control of the ship, while sharp reflexes and quick thinking were needed to anticipate the course. (SW1, TPM)
Podracing Quarterly
this holo-zine was dedicated to covering the sport of podracing. (YJC)
Poe
this silver protocol droid belonged to Gror Pernon, and was given to Rogue Squadron after Plourr returned to Eiattu. The Rogues used their connection to Kina Margath to get Poe infiltrated as an assistant to Sair Yonka, and obtained valuable information on the Captain's affair with Aellyn Jandi. (XWWP, BW)
Pohl
a form of adhesive used in securing optical components, such as focusing lenses and beam gems. (CFG)
Pohtarza
this t'landa Til was appointed the Head Sacredot of Colony Five, on Ylesia. He was assasinated by an Aar'aa who had infiltrated the colony at Jabba the Hutt's request, shortly before the Battle of Ylesia. (RD)
Point Five
a game of chance and skill often found in casinos. (HSR)
Pointer
starfighter pilot slang for an X-Wing. (IJ)
Pokkta
a leafy plant found on the planet Bakura. (TB)
Pol-droid
any droid programmed for law enforcement. (CSWEA)
Polanis Ale
a heady brew. (THG)
Polanis Wine
a full-bodied red wine. (RD)
Polaris Ale
an alcoholic brew favored by Muftak the Talz, it is best served tepid. (TME)
Polaron
this was one of the New Republic warships assigned to the Fifth Battle Group during the struggle against the Yevetha. (TT)
Poldt
a race of thin, sour-faced aliens. (TPM)
Polipe
this multi-tentacled creature was Booster Terrik's co-pilot some years before the Battle of Yavin. He assisted Booster is keeping Wedge Antilles safe when the Bonestar Pirates destroyed the Antilles' fuel depot on Gus Treta. (XWPA)
Poliss
this shopkeeper on board the Ithorian herdship Bazaar specilaized in droid sales and repair. Poliss was a sympathizer of the Alliance, and often recruited new members, with the help of the craftsman, Jerru. (GA)
Polke
Erisson Flask's copilot. (RC)
Pollar, Reme
this female pilot joined Rogue Squadron shortly after the death of Grand Admiral Thrawn. (IJ)
Pollard
this Alliance Lieutenant participated in the assassination attempt on Grand Moff Tarkin, and assisted in the rescue of Ackbar. He admired Ackbar's strength, and worked with the Mon Calamari at every turn possible. Pollard worked in what he deemed "important secondary roles," even though he was a natural-born leader. He worked with Ackbar on the Shantipole Project, and strongly distrusted Salin Glek. His face was heavily scarred from an unknown accident. (SFS)
Polmanar
thie primary planet in the Polmanr System, this world was blockaded by the Empire during the Galactic Civil War. The Imperial occupation of the planet was met with fierce opposition from the natives, who succeeded in keeping the Empire at bay using guerilla tactics. The guerillas were supported by the Alliance from the base on Isis, and the gunship Handree was en route to Polmanar when it was hijacked by Imperial forces. (IC)
Polneya
this name is given to the Grannan inhabitants of the planet Polneye. (SOL)
Polneye
this was the second planet in the Koornacht Cluster overtaken by the Yevetha during the Great Purge. It was known for its wonderful garden cities until the Yevetha laid waste to the planet. During the Galactic Civil War, Polneye was the site of an Imperial transshipment port, for its high-altitude cloud cover was extremely thick. This hid the ground operations, which included a flight of TIE Interceptors. When the Empire crumbled, the troops there abandoned the planet, leaving it to the civilian population. The humans tightened their belts and eked out a surprisingly prosperous existence until the Yevetha arrived. The Polneyi were the only group to fight back against the Yevetha, but their resistance was quickly routed. The cities on Polneye were arranged around the central spaceport, and numbered sequentially around the four points of the compass (9 South, 14 East, etc.). (BTS)
Polneyi
the human inhabitants of Polneye. (BTS)
Polonium
an important element mined in the galaxy. (CS)
Polosich
this alien race has yellow, velvet-like skin. (RM)
Poltroon
an Alliance shuttle group destroyed during the Galactic Civil War. (TIE)
Poly Diamond
a bar in Teguta Lusat that caters to the town's mining population. It's motif is based on the various sports and hunting activities that can be found on Rafa IV. (LCM)
Poly Pyramid Tavern
??? (LCM)
Polydex-9
this substance is the only known compound that can fully repair the magnetic bottle on a starship's drive. (SWAJ)
Polydroxol
this race of shape-shifting creatures resembles a 200 kilogram mass of mercury, in its liquid state. They are capable of changing into amost any shape, but do not have the ability to mimic colors. (TSK)
Polyfibe
an inexpensive fabric used to make cheap clothing. (COJ)
Polyglot
this slang term refers to any higher-order computer language. (SOL)
Polysteel
this metal was used to fabricate plaques and wall plates. (SWG)
Polyweave
a strong material used to make protective straps and belts for starfighter cockpits. (ISB)
Polwocz
native to the Spinward Sector, this creature buries its immature offspring underground. There, the spawn lie dormant for many years until they hatch. When they do hatch, the young polwocz immediately go into a feeding frenzy. These frenzied creatures have been known to destroy entire cities in their search for food. (ISB)
Pom
this is a species of large-leafed, green plant that grows in the swamps of the planet Naboo. They resemble lilypads, and can fill a small swamp in just a few seasons. The seeds of the pom plant are eaten as a snack by the Gungans, and the roots of the pom are dried and ground up for use in making flour. (GF)
Pom Hopper
this species of small, dog-like creature is native to the swamps of Naboo, where it is more at home on the water than on land. It uses its large, webbed feet to travel across the masses of pom leaves, searching for food. The pom hopper also lays its eggs in the water, just under the leaves of the pom plant, to protect them until the young emerge and swim to the surface. (GF)
Pommwomm
this plant is a hot-world shrub that grows only on the innermost planet of the Sif’kric System. The Sif’krie have discovered that they can create eight or more exotic medicines and some twenty food flavorings from the pommwomm plant. However, it must be processed within thirty hours of picking or it’s useless. The Frezhlix were somewhat jealous of the wealth the Sif’krie obtained from the sale of pommwomm extracts, and often tried to blockade its shipment in order to spoil it. (SOP)
Pomojema
a deity on Circarpous V, he is often seen as a winged humanoid with huge claws on its hands and feet. It had slanting eyes, but no nose or mouth below them, just a mass of tentacles. Like many other Circarpousian deities, he is thought to have granted his priests the ability to perform miracles. Halla has described him as a third-rate deity. (SME)
Ponc Gavrisom
this Calibop was elected to the position of President of the New Republic shortly after the Almanian incident involving the former Jedi Dolph. The Republic, in a effort to decentralize the power it wielded, began pushing more and moreresponsibility onto the various sector leaders, and appointed a number of Councilors to keep watch over them. Gavrisom found himself in the middle of the Caamas Incident and its repercussions, and was faced with popular opinion that the Republic, in pushing down responsibility, was ignoring the Caamas Incident and the peoples of the Republic. (SOP)
Ponda Baba
the Aqualish who assaulted Luke Skywalker in the Mos Eisley cantina. He was a member of the lower Quara of Aqualish, having fingered hands instead of webbed ones. He was known as an average-skilled smuggler, never really gaining any notoriety. He worked for a while with the Grueshite arms dealer Jothel Merritt, until he met up with a bounty hunter named Jodo Kast on Truuzdann. There, he met Doctor Evazan, and the two of escaped the bounty hunter's notice.
Once free of pursuit, Ponda Baba and Evazan continued smuggling, eventually gaining the rights to Han Solo's old smuggling routes from Jabba the Hutt. This led them to be in the cantina when Obi-Wan Kenobi and Luke Skywalker entered. Evazan decided that Luke was easy prey, not realizing that Obi-Wan was a Jedi Knight. When Evazan got in over his head, Ponda Baba moved in to help, and had his arm severed by Kenobi's lightsaber. He and Evazan fled the cantina and Tatooine, eventually setting up residence in a rocky castle on Ando. There, Ponda Baba made a deal with Evazan: Baba would keep the Andoan authorities off their backs if Evazan promised to move Baba's mind into a non-disfigured Ando body. As Evazan neared success in his quest to transfer a mind from one body to another, he lured an Andoan senator to the castle and trapped him in the machine. He strapped Ponda Baba in and turned it on. Unfortunately for Ponda Baba, the machine worked in reverse. Instead of Ponda Baba's mind going into the senator's body, the senator's mind was placed into his. The mind of Ponda Baba ceased to exist; his body was destroyed when the senator exploded a thermal detonator in the castle. Evazan escaped, however. (SW, SWR, SCRE, TME)
Pondo
a young Ewok warrior who accompanies Warok in the search for the Ewok children stolen by Vulgarr and the Duloks. (AT)
Pondut
the deep-space research platform used by Galactic Electronics, it was the development site for the mag pulse weapon. It was attacked and destroyed by the Empire shortly after the Battle of Hoth. (TIE)
Pontak
this scientist created the Pontak Hypergland, an organic mass of biotechnical origins. The hypergland was sought by Gaar Suppoon, and was delivered by Jabba the Hutt, along with Dr. Pontak himself. Suppoon tried to turn the deal in his favor, but Jabba revealed that he had removed Pontak's brain. (JTH)
Pontite
the rarest form of Adegan crystal. (FNU)
Poonch
a stupid, slow-moving creature. (JTH)
Poot, Una
this Alliance resistance leader once delivered a cargo of culsion gas to Ord Segra. When she and her husband chose not to pay the 7% "bribe" for clearance, the planetary officials opened fire on them. They escaped by making a blind jump into hyperspace, and ended up at Silver Station. They lived there ever since, delivering weapons to Alliance forces. Her husband had some sensitivity with the Force, but died before he could realize anything from it. Una continued to supply the Alliance with information and goods, and was instrumental in the development of Daye Azur-Jamin as an Alliance operative. (SWJ10)
Poplian
this strange little creature is often kept as a pet. Bothans are known to be allergic to them. (VOF)
Pops
an aging Rebel Y-Wing pilot killed during the Battle of Yavin,
Pops' real name was Davish Krail. Pops was portrayed by Graham Ashley in Star Wars. See Talos Merkin. (SW, CCG, JPL)Poqua
a New Republic Navy Commodore, Poqua was in command of Task Force Gemstone. She was one of the many Naval officers who questioned the expansion to five fleets, given the retirement of many key officers and the lack of experienced recruits. (TT)
Por Forian
manufacturers of starship power cells. (RM)
Poranji Orbital Jumper
this small, sublight starship is used to ferry cargo and passengers from the ground to an orbital starship or station. This version is the only make licensed for use on Coruscant following the Galactic Civil War. (BTS)
Poraskor
this group of idividuals is known for their ability to weave neural-web reflex threads by hand. They are native to the planet Betal. (CFG)
Porcellus
a chef who worked for Jabba the Hutt in the Court of the Fountain restaurant. He was probably most famous for his fried beignets, although Porcellus took great pride in other parts of his ever-changing menu. It also kept him alive, for Jabba was always wanting to try new dishes. When Jabba retreated to his palace in the Tatooine desert, he took Porcellus with him. Porcellus lived in constant fear, though, that one of his dished would upset the Hutt's normally strong stomach. At that point, Porcellus felt he would be fed to the rancor. After a number of deaths in Jabba's palace were discovered, Porcellus was told by Jabba that his desires to poison Jabba had hexed the food. The individuals found dead ate food that was destined for Jabba. Porcellus hid in the cabinets, fearing a reprisal from Jabba. When he was later released by Malakili, Porcellus learned that Jabba was dead. The two friends fled to Mos Eisley, where they established the Crystal Moon restaurant. (TME, TJP)
Porgo Goo
this Chortose, along with his brothers, ran a small repair shop in the Minos Cluster. Although not mechanically-inclined as youths, the Goo brothers discovered one day that they had a latent talent for starship engineering and repair. They all display a strange intuitive knowledge of the technologies, but lacked any real education on the theories behind them. They preferred to work on starships and systems that were new to them, and often worked for standard wages just to tinker a little more with new systems. Porgo himself often frequented disreputable cantinas, hoping to meet up with starship captains who needed repairs. (GG6)
Porkins, Jek
an Alliance pilot killed during the Battle of Yavin, Jek Porkins was a native of the planet Bestine IV until the Empire evicted the entire population in order to establish a base there. He hunted sink-crabs there, honing his piloting skills much like Luke Skywalker did on Tatooine. Later, he became a free trader, and was so employed when the Empire invaded. He became so angry with the Empire that he immediately turned his sights on the Alliance. He was assigned to the Yellow Aces squadron at Tierfon before volunteering for duty during the Battle of Yavin. He was initially denied a pilot's job in the battle, until Wes Janson came down with the Hesken Fever. Porkins was moved up to fill Janson's spot, and was assigned to Red Squadron. Unfortunately, Porkins was the first pilot killed in the Battle. For his heroic volunteerism and dedication to the Alliance, Porkins was posthumously awarded the Kenobi Medallion. He was the first recipient of the award. Porkins was portrayed by William Hootkins in Star Wars. (SW, MTS, JS, CCG)
Porkins' Formation
an attack formation used by Wedge during his tenure as Rogue Leader. (TLC)
Pormfil
this Kerestian served as the Wild Karrde’s chief engineer some ten years after the death of Grand Admiral Thrawn. (SOP)
Porolo Miatamia
this Diamalan Senator to the New Republic requested Lando Calrissian’s help in getting off Cilpar before a group of rioters intercepted him and his aide. Miatamia demanded that Lando take something as payment for services rendered, and they agreed to look into a way to help Lando protect his Varn ore mining operation. As they fled Cilpar, they were intercepted by the Relentless and what appeared to be Grand Admiral Thrawn returned from the dead. In fact, it was the con artist Flim that portrayed Thrawn, in an effort to bring news of Thrawn’s "return" to the New Republic. Miatamia’s testimony, as well as that of Calrissian, was suspect to some Senators because of their business proposal. Miatamia was stoic individual who believed that nothing ever happened that could not be anticipated.
Miatamia wanted the Caamas Incident resolved, but only if the New Republic had every piece of information it could obtain. Unlike Ghic Dx'ono, Miatamia wanted to ensure that any punishment was correct, even if it took forever. (SOP, VOF)Port of Call
this publication is aimed at giving travellers and tourists timely information on how to get the best deals at various locations throughout the galaxy. (TT)
Port Tarkin
this city was the location of Phelarion's primary spaceport. The Lady Tarkin used this spaceport as her primary distribution center for Imperial megonite. (CSWEA)
Port Town
one of the more dangerous places to live on Cloud City. Lando leased some space there to Han Solo to build his repulsorlift house. Much of the illegal gambling and trafficking that is frowned upon on Cloud City takes place here. Port Town takes up levels 121 through 160, and is a low-rent district filled with industrial loading bays. The various cantinas and gambling halls are sprinkled among these bays, making a concerted effort to eradicate them difficult. (LCJ, ISU)
Porta-hoist
this mobile hydraulic jack was commonly found in strship repair yards. (CSWEA)
Portable Computer
this generic term refers to any small, self-contained computer systems. Unlike pocket computers, which only allow the user to access data on a large mainframe, portables allow the user to gain control of the mainframe. They are expensive, and are redundant if you own a droid, but they don’t get tempermental and don’t require regular memory wipes. Portable computers have two primary components: the power supply and onboard memory. A flip-up display provides access to the keyboard. (CFG)
Portal Desolate
this strange device was left behind by the Order of the Terrible Glare on Garn. The holographic image of Rur was maintained here, as a guardian and vindicator of the Order's work, should the Jedi Knights return to Garn. It was destroyed when Luke Skywalker told Rur's image that the Jedi had been wiped out by Emperor Palpatine. The central computer couldn't reconcile this fact with its programming, and exploded. (CSWDW)
Portha
this Trandoshan was living in the Invisible Sector, working for Palar, when the Rogue Squadron infiltrated the planet. He agreed to help the Rogues in their attempt to sabotage the Empire's computer cores. The goal was to plant codes into the cores that would allow Winter to tap into the Imperial network. However, Portha mistakenly dropped the sabotaged data core, and it was returned to the pile. Wedge Antilles quickly worked to resolve the situation by substituting another sabotaged core, but the plan had already been leaked by Zekka Thyne. Imperial forces stepped in and raided the Palar plant. (WG)
Portharton
this city is located near Lianna, on the planet Lianna. (ML)
Portin
this man was one of Zothip's pirates. He was taken out by Karoly D'ulin on Bastion, while they were guarding Moff Disra's offices. (VOF)
Portmoak Sector
an area of the galaxy located in the Outer Rim Territories. (GG9)
Portrait Holo
a small cube which projects a single holographic image. It is basically a three-dimensional photograph. (COTF)
Porus Vida
a planet known for its beautiful cultural museums and wonderfully manacurd gardens, the planet was devastated in an attack by Colonel Cronus. (DS)
Post, Avan
this Jedi Master from Chandrila served with distinction during the Clone Wars. Corran Horn discovered Post's image in the bowels of the Galactic Museum, during his escape from the Lusankya facility. (KT)
Post, Ilir
this young man was a contemporary of Soontir Fel, and was the spoiled son of Fel's employers. When Fel rescued a friend from one of Post's attacks, Post's father saw to it that Fel was shipped off to the Imperial Academy on Carida. (HXW)
Pote Snitkin
a Skrilling working for Jabba the Hutt as a skiff pilot, Pote Snitkin started out as one of Jabba’s primary weapons suppliers. He was relegated to pilot when Hermi Odle showed up. (ROTJ, GG12, CCG7)
Pothman, Triv
a native of the planet Chandrila and a former Imperial stormtrooper, Pothman was part of the Eye of Palpatine mission. He was a member of the 45-stormtrooper group sent to Pzob. He was the company's armorer, and could service weapons. Unfortunately, the Gamorreans didn't like having the Empire on Pzob, and began attacking the stormtroopers. They captured Pothman early in the fighting, and kept him alive because of his knowledge of weapons. They killed off all the other stormtroopers. When the power cells of their blasts drained, they stopped watching Pothman, who promptly escaped. He has lived by himself on Pzob ever since, keeping the Gamorreans at bay while collecting all of his company's unused armor. He discovers Luke Skywalker and Cray Mingla when they are forced to crashland on Pzob, after discovering the existence of an armed base in the asteroids near the Moonflower Nebula. (COJ)
Pothor System
the Alliance fleet was assembled here during Project Shantipole. (SFS)
Potin
this Imperial Naval Lieutenant, serving on the Interdictor-class ship Black Asp, was piloting the ship's shuttle when it tried to intercept the star yacht Pulsar Skate in the Chorax System. When the Rogue Squadron of X-Wings found them there, Potin fled in his shuttle before the battle reached him. Thus, he failed to obtain any real data on where the X-Wings came from, and he received a severe reprimand. (XWN)
Potwa Beer
an alcoholic brew created by the Gamorreans. (COJ)
Poundie
this unique subculture of the Minos Cluster consists of the operators of several huge smelting ships that traverse the Mestra System asteroid belt. The ships reduce the asteroid ores to shippable ingots, after miners and prospectors discover viable asteroids. During the New Order, the poundies took advantage of the lax Imperial presence to cheat miners out of their claims. The crimes of the poundies ranged from falsifying reports of the ore contents of an asteroid to simply crushing an entire asteroid - claim marker and all - without any warning to the miners. (GG6)
Pourstone
a building material. (SWN)
Poussan, 'Ndrath
one of the Agamarians recuited to the Alliance along with Keyan Farlander. He joined the ranks of the starfighter pilots along with Farlander. 'Ndrath was killed in the Alliance attack on Operation Strike Fear near Briggia, when his X-wing collided with a TIE fighter. (XW)
Povanarian
this alien race was a member of the New Republic. (SOP)
Poviduze
this gas giant is located in the Expansion region. (SWAJ)
Power Convertor
the ignition system for a starship, the power convertor is responsible for routing power from the main power core to the propulsion units. (ESB)
Power Coupling
this starship component is responsible for directing power from the power core to the hyperdrive motivator. (ESB)
Power Dispersion Unit
this device regulates the power output from a repulsorlift engine. Many such engines have surges throughout their operation, which causes abrupt increases in speed. This is not a desired event, especially on swoops and speeder bikes. The power dispersion unit creates an even power pattern, which in turn keeps the vehicle at a constant rate of acceleration. (CFG)
Power Droid
box-shaped droid on two legs used as a mobile power source. (SWR)
Power Flux Surger
this device, when added to a power-consuming system, and boost the system beyond its normal specifications without overall system degradation. These devices are often used to augment starship weapons or shielding systems. (SWJ9)
Power Gem
these powerful stones emit an aura which disrupts starship energy shields, but their power faded after they were mined. They were determined to be pieces of rare meteorites which broke off from a single meteor.
The pirates of Iridium used these power gems to disrupt the shields of the starships they attacked, making it easy for them to loot the defenseless ships. The pirates were eliminated by the Jedi Knights, and it was believed that the power gems were all destroyed in the battle. However, the last usable power gem was held by Raskar until someone could best him in battle and take it. What he didn't tell anyone is that the gem contained only enough power for one last use. Han Solo and Chewbacca were able to defeat Raskar and take possession of the gem, which was turned over to General Dodonna some years after the Battle of Yavin. The gem was used in a valiant attempt to disrupt the shields of the Executor by Vrad Dodonna, but the gem's failing strength only opened a small hole in its immense shields. (CSW)
Power Generator
any device which can create power from a basic set of materials. They can be small, portable generators used to supply power to a camp, or huge devices that can keep an entire city operational. (ESB)
Power Harpoon
this unusual weapon was designed by Beryl Chiffonage, for use against Imperial AT-AT walkers. Chiffonage realized that the tall war machines could be tripped up if a strong enough cable was used to entwine their legs. The power harpoon consisted of a flexi-steel cable which was fired from a turret-mounted gun. The projectile end of the flexi-steel cord was connected to a fusion disk, which attached itself to almost any surface. The stationary end of the cord was temporarily connected at the ship, and could be released when the cord was securely wrapped around the walker’s legs. (CCG3)
Power Pistol
an out-dated, small, handheld energy weapon. (HSL)
Power Pivot
a starfighter maneuver often associated with the X-Wing, the power pivot involves the use of a ship’s lateral thrusters to affect a reversal in positioning. The X-Wing was maneuverable enough ti swing around 180 degrees, surprising an opponent who htought they were unnoticed. (CCG9)
Power Prybar
a power tool which augments the amount of leverage that can be applied. (HSL)
Power Slider
this unique transportation system involves the use of a repulsor-board that is worn on the feet. The board hovers above the ground and is propelled by a small jet pack. Power sliders come in various shapes and sizes, with some models resembling a pair of skis while others resemble surfboards.
The farther forward over the board you lean, the faster it goes. (CSWEA)
Power Station
Fixer's business in Anchorhead, on Tatooine. (SWR)
Power Sucker
a nickname used to describe mynocks. (CCG4)
Power Terminal
an energy distribution center, where vehicles, starships, and droids can be brought for recharging. (SW)
Power-lash
a whip-like device which emits a powerful electric charge when its tip strikes an opponent. (JS)
Power-Spread
this is the brand name of Aratech’s low-end power dispersion units, used on small repulsorcraft such as the Sky Swooper. (CFG)
PowerOn Conglomeration
one of the major corporations which helped form the Pentastar Alignment, PowerOn was one of the first to threatened secession from the Alignment and join the New Republic. The conglomerate was headquartered on Cantras Gola, so the Alignment hired the Karazak Slavers Guild to kidnap the children of Cantras Gola's chief ambassador. The kidnapping put pressure on PowerOn to remain with the Alignment, as it forced the rulers of Cantras Gola to accede to the Alignment's wishes. The Alignment's hold on PowerOn and Cantras Gola was broken when the Red Moons rescued the children from the slavers, in one of the many assaults that worked for both the Red Moons and the New Republic. (TFE)
PowerSuit
Corellian Engineering Corporation's model of personal armor. (RPG)
PowerTrain
this is Queblex's stationary power source for powering small buildings. (GG7)
Poytta
a planet. (RD)
Pqweeduk
a Rodian, and Greedo's younger brother by about three years. The two grew up on an unspecified jungle world, having escaped the oppression of Navik the Red on Rodia. When Navik found the planet, they fled to Nar Shaddaa. (TME)
Prabkro
this small, spherical seed has a spiky covering. Hutts favor the texture and taste of prabkros, especially when they are marinated in brandy. (POT)
Pradeux, Alec
this man was one of Emperor Palpatine’s most key advisors during the height of the New Order. (SWJ8)
Praesitlyn
a planet which houses a communications station in the Sluis sector. (HTTE)
Praff Run
a smuggling corridor often traveled by Hatirma Havighasu. (BTS)
Praidaw
it was on this planet that Akanah's parents - Isela Talsava Norand and Joreb Goss - first met. (SOL)
Praji
this Imperial Naval officer was trained at Carida, and received high honors at his graduation. He was placed as Darth Vader's aide on the Devastator, where he was in charge of recovering the plans to the first Death Star from the Tantive IV. He notified Vader of the lifeless escape pod used by R2-D2 and C-3PO, and sent a detachment of stormtroopers to Tatooine to recover it. (CCG)
Prak
this is the native language used by the inhabitants of the Prakith System. (TT)
Prakith
this is the primary planet in the Prakith System, located some 106 light-years past the borders of the New Republic, in the Core. It was under the control of the Warlord Foga Brill during the tenure of Leia Organa-Solo as Chief of State of the Republic. (SOL)
Prall
this riverbed mining operation on the planet Praktih was controlled by Foga Brill following the Battle of Endor. (SOL)
Pran
one of the New Republic
Agave-class picket ships dispatched under the command of Pakkpekatt to intercept the Teljkon vagabond. The Pran was ordered back to drydock after the mission failed to capture the vagabond at Gmir Askilon. (SOL)
Prana Lexander
an ancient scientific starship which was used by a respected philosopher. The ship was lost some 500 years before the Galactic Civil War, although legend has it that the philosopher is still out there, suspended in cryofreeze. (RPG)
Pravaat
a huge consortium of manufacturers located in the Celanon System, they create uniforms for anyone willing to pay for them. (COJ)
Praxeum
an ancient term meaning "school", used by Luke to describe his Jedi Academy. It was first used in this way by an ancient Jedi named Karena, who used it to infer the 'distillation of learning combined with action.' (DA)
Praxlis System
a Rim Territory planetary system that was defended by the Black Sword Command during the Galactic Civil War. (BTS)
Praxon
manufacturers of emergency survival pods. (SOP)
Preceptor, The
this was the title of the leader of the Church of Infinite Perception. (GG6)
Predator
an Imperial-I class Star Destroyer transporting Alliance POWs from Kessel when it was attacked by Alliance starfighters. The POWs were successfully rescued. (XW)
Predator I Jump Pod
manufactured by Arakyd, the Predator I jump pod is used to launch the Viper probe droid into space. The jump pod can be programmed to land at a specific location, and it has limited hyperdrive capability. (DFRSB)
Predator Birds
reptilian winged carnivores native to Yavin 4. (DA)
Predator Lizard
a vicious reptile found in the rainforests of Kirtania. (SWAJ)
Predominance
this Ishori war cruiser, commanded by Captain Av'muru, was one of the multitude of ships that came to surround the planet Bothawui shortly after the revelation of the Bothan involvement in the destruction of Caamas. It was the ship that began running down several Sif'krie skiffs in an attempt to draw the Diamalan warships into a battle. In order to avoid the confrontation, Leia Organa-Solo deliberately destroyed the Millennium Falcon's maneuvering engines upon entry into the Bothawui orbital space. She sent out a distress call to the Predominance, which her Captain reluctantly answered. The Predominance managed to capture the floundering ship with a tractor beam and transport it to President Gavrisom's vessel, effectively diffusing the situation. Shortly thereafter, Klif, Pensin, and Horvic managed to infiltrate the ship, disguised as New Republic technicians. They killed their escort and commandeered a turbolaser battery. As soon as Navet dropped the Drev'starn shield, they began firing the Predominance's weapons. They managed eight shots before they were discovered and neutralized. However, this action was coupled with a number of Imperial messages that signalled the various races to begin firing, and the warships above Bothawui began to attack each other. The Predominance took a good deal of fire from the Diamalan ships, especially the Industrious Thoughts, before the true nature of the attack could be disseminated. (VOF)
Preducor
a huge, four-legged predator native to the forest moon of Endor, it has a mane of razor-like hair and spiked tail. There are folds of skin near its shoulders that are vestigial wings. These creatures are nocturnal by nature. (DFRSB)
Preedu III
one-time Emperor of Tamban, at the time when Aitro Koornacht first saw the Koornacht Cluster. (BTS)
Prefsbelt IV
planet which is home to an Imperial Navy Academy school. (ISB, SWSB)
Premier Provisions
a small ranch operating in the clouds of Tyed Kant, Premier Provisions is a specialty foods producer. Nestled in among its corporate headquarters is an Alliance listening post, complete with all kinds of technological equipment. (SN)
Premiere
this is the title of the highest-ranking Jenet politician. The Premiere oversees the duties of the Council of 127. It is not known how the Premiere is selected, although the individual is not elected by popular vote. The Jenets can tell the Premiere and the Council members by their names. (GG4)
Premion Mark II
this was a design of power generators created for small, land-based craft by Kuat Drive Yards. These incredibly powerful generators supplied the power needed to operate the Baktoid Armor Workshop’s MTT transport ships. (X1)
Prentioch
this Imperial Moff was placed in charge of the Sombure Sector during the Galactic Civil War. Following the Battle of Endor, he and Moff Eyrgen fought against one another in a personal power struggle to gain more territory. (SWAJ)
Prescott
this Imperial Corporal volunteered for prison duty aboard the first Death Star. A member of the Death Star’s trooper force, he took sadistic pleasure in enforcing the Empire’s will. (CCG9)
Press Plate
this part of a blaster takes the signal from the trigger cable and transfers it to the apas connector. (CFG)
Pressor
a small repulsor beam projectors with help a starship pilot manage a ship's pitch. (SW)
Pressure Bomb
a detonation device which uses air pressure to knock out its targets. While not obviously destructive, a pressure bomb severely disables the hearing of its victims, and causes great pain to the victim's sinuses and cranial cavities. This often results in hearing loss, disorientation, and intense pain. (CS)
Prestor
Prestor was an Imperial aide assigned to Lord Tion on Ralltiir. Following this mission, he was assigned to the Star Destroyer Devastator, where he served under Darth Vader in the capture of the Tantive IV. He was then assigned the task of tracking down the whereabouts of R2-D2 and C-3PO, after they jettisoned from the starship with the Death star plans. Prestor was portrayed by Stephen Elliot for the Star Wars Radio Drama on National Public Radio. (SWR)
Prevaro
this Rodian tried to eliminate the antiques dealer Azool, thinking he was Prince Xizor in disguise. In fact, Prevaro discovered that Azool was actually Xizor’s niece, Savan. Prevaro threw in his lot with Savan, and arranged a horde of thugs to help her capture the human replica droid Guri from Doctor Thrumble’s laboratory on Hurd’s Moon. (SEE)
Prex
this member of the Corporate Sector Authority's Direx Board is elected by their peers to serve a three-year team as the Direx Board's representative to counterbalance the power of the ExO. The Prex was also responsible for presenting a secret annual report to Emperor Palpatine. (CSA)
Prexton
manufacturers of doublefield generators. (ISB)
Preybird-class Starfighter
a rare form of SoroSuub combat starship, the Preybird was produced in extremely limited quantities. SoroSuub shut the project down after producing only a few production models. The smuggler Mazzic owned two of these ships. The design was eventually picked up by the remnants of the Empire under Moff Disra, who turned the plans over to Zothip and the Cavrilhu pirates. The Cavrilhu then began mass-producing the ships for Disra, who bypassed normal Imperial channels to fund the ships. Over time, the Preybird eventually replaced the TIE fighter, because it was cheaper to obtain them from pirates that from official Imperial channels. The Preybird had a long, central hull with a forward-situated cockpit. The wings are attached to the opposite end of the hull, rising up slightly before levelling off. A single laser cannon is mounted at the end of each wing, and the primary engines are located at the bend in the wings. (LCSB, SOP)
Preza
the Yevethan name for Doornik-319. It was exterminated during the Yevethan Purge by Tal Fraan. (SOL)
Priam
an Imperial Nebulon-B frigate stationed near Kalla VII during the Calactic Civil War. In a battle with Alliance starfighters, the frigate was disabled and captured for thE Alliance. (XW)
Priamsta
this was the name adopted by the nobles of the planet Eiattu who rose up against Uthorrferrel Cartha. The Priamsta worked with the Empire to maintain some level of control over their planet’s allegiances, and balked when Harran Estillo proclaimed himself Harrandatha, the crown Prince of Eiattu. When Plourr returned to Eiattu, she worked to remove all forms of Imperial control, and brought the opposing forces of the Priamsta and the People’s Liberation Battalion under a single leader. This only occurred after Harran Estillo and Leonia Tavira were exposed. (XWWP)
Pricina, Dom
this wealthy woman was the owner of the Ankarres Sapphire until she took a trip on the Kuari Princess. The courier droid 4-LOM realized that someone would steal the jewel, since Pricina was a careless woman, and so the droid removed it from her possession. To help track down potential theives, 4-LOM left a false stone in its place. When she failed to recognize that she was being careless, 4-LOM kept the stone, rather than return it. He later sold it to a fence on Darlyn Boda. (TBH)
Pride of the Rim
this starship was owned by the Corellian resistance, and was rescued by the crew of the Retribution. (RD)
Pride of the Senate
this Dreadnaught served as part of the command fleet used by Admiral Greelanx during the Battle of Nar Shaddaa. (THG)
Pride of Yevetha
this recommissioned Super-class Star Destroyer - originally known in the Imperial Navy as the Intimidator - was captured from the Empire by the Yevetha just after the Battle of Endor. It later became the command ship for Dar Bille, and the flagship of Nil Spaar’s navy. Spaar used it to transport the various prisoners the Yevetha had captured during the Purge of the Koornacht Cluster. (BTS, TT)
Priests of Ninn
the group of green-vested religious fanatics who have set up their own religious tenets and practice them in planet-wide retreats. (HSR)
Prildaz
this barren, dusty world is the third planet in the ILC-905 system. The name was given to the planet by the Yevetha. (TT)
Prima
this ball of motlen rock and metal is the first planet in the Kalinda System. (TSK)
Primo, Kora
this Imperial Intelligence officer was in command of the agency scouting the Kalinda System, some years after the Battle fo Endor. She was an innocent-looking woman who had the ability to use makeup to transform her appearance from one extreme to the other. She was the latest in a long line of Imperial Intelligence officers, and felt that her family included not only blood relatives but Imperial Intelligence as well. Thus, she was extremely loyal and uncompromising (some would say fanatical). Note that she is often referred to as Kora Primos in Twin Stars of Kira. (TSK)
Primus Goluud
this unstable red giant was the central star of the system containing Goluud Minor. A mining colony existed on the planet some 5,000 years before the Galactic Civil War. The Daragon siblings once charted a hyperspace route - known as the Glouud Corridor - which passed dangerously close to the star. A Cha’a drone ship was the first to use the route, and was destroyed when it strayed slightly off-course and exploded. The Goluud Corridor was abandoned, but the star was etched in history when Naga Sadow retreated to Primus Goluud as he launched his attack on the Old Republic. He drew on the intense energies during his meditations, allowing him to create incredibly far-reaching illusions of battle forces which augmented his own Massassi forces. Gav Daragon successfully broke Sadow’s concentration and drew the Republic’s fleet to Primus Goluud. Sadow, not wishing to be captured, used the Dark Side of the Force to rend the star apart, hoping to destroy all the ships gathered there. Gav Dargaon managed to provide the Republic ships with an escape vector before the star exploded. (GAS, FOSE)
Prinawe Racer
a small, fast starship. (BTS)
Prince
a Mugaari transport destroyed during an Imperial raid on their hidden outpost. (TIE)
Principles of Power
this tome, written by Emperor Palpatine, was required reading for all Imperial Moffs during the New Order. (SOL)
Prindaar System
planetary system which contains Antar and its six moons. (GG4)
Priole Danna
this planet-wide festival engulfs the population of Lamuir IV each year. The festival involves huge parties, parades, and dramas. The festival has been a tradition for millennia. (SWAJ)
Priority Bounty
not often invoked because of the high price involved, this form of bounty is offered on an individual basis. If accepted, the bounty hunter agrees to drop all current hunts and focus solely on the priority bounty. No other bounties can be accepted until the priority bounty hunt has been completed. (RD)
Priority Command D-113
the self-destruction order used on the Subjugator. (SF)
Prism
an Alliance Carrack-class cruiser destroyed during the Galactic Civil War. (TIE)
Prisma Storm
a term used by Corran Horn - alias Kieran Halycon - to describe the phenomenon of the changing from night to day on Yavin 4. As Corran discovered, the atmosphere on Yavin4 got very cold as it passed through the shadow of Yavin. Water crystals in the atmosphere would freeze into small crystals. When the mass of Yavin rose and began a new day, the orange light from the planet would be refracted in the billions of water crystals, looking like multicolored lightning in the air. (IJ)
Prittick
Imperial fleet Admiral in charge of regrouping the Imperial Fleet fleet following the Battle of Endor (TB)
Probe
any of the various automated spacecraft designed to maneuver into a positon from whic they can monitor a star system's activity. There are two basic types of probes used in the galaxy, both about 5 meters in length and unshielded (5-RU hulls):
- Type A, a spy probe that resembles an E-class container
- Type B, a spider-like spy probe with more maneuverability
(TIE)
Probe Droid
any of the various droids used to search out remote data. They are often dispensed from large starships in small propulsion capsules. The droid emerges from the capsule on planetfall, and begins following its programmed mission. The droids are equipped with motion detectors, video and audio recording devices, and holographic transmittors. The first probe droids were used to search out metals and fuel sources on remote planets. Later, exploratory probe droids were sent out to look for inhabited planets. After Palpatine assumed control of the galaxy, most exploratory probe droids were reprogrammed to hunt down the bases used by the Alliance, pursue fleeing targets, act as picket line sensors, and to perform spy missions. For these reasons, they were outfitted with protective armaments and self-destruct mechanisms. (ESB, ISB)
Probos
a female Duro, and tract mate to Bringe. Together, they are starcharters working for the Empire. They were charting the space beyond the Outer Rim, when they happened to be in the Mos Eisley cantina when Obi-Wan and Luke approached Han Solo for passage to Alderaan. They debated whether to tell the Imperial about it.
A graduate of the Duro Academy of Deep Space Exploration, she can boast no less than 3 unguided trips through hyperspace.
She and Bringe know of a huge deposit of Helixell somewhere in the Outer Rim or beyond, but they have not told anyone where it is. (SW, SCRE)
Probot
see Probe Droid
Procopia
this planet, located in Tapani Sector, is the social and political capital of the sector during the Capital Season. The nobility and upper class of the sector travel to Procopia to maintain their social standing and reputation, while spying on their peers and looking for intrigue. Those who do not make the trip during Capital Season are often snubbed or blacklisted, which affects social standing as well as political and economic position. (LE)
Procurator of Justice
a position created by Darth Vader for Hethrir, it allowed Hethrir to dispense "justice" to enemies of the Empire. (CS)
Proctors
the intermediate level of Hethrir's Empire Youth school, these blue-robed individuals are the teacher and leaders of the helpers and students. They are allowed to begin practicing with lightsabers. (CS)
Prodigal
this YT-1300 freighter was used by Fable Astin and her Harrier infiltration team on many insertion missions. (SWJ8)
Program Trap
a form of computer virus that is programmed into a droid's memory which causes a power overload in the droid's circuits. The result is an explosive detonation device similar to a medium-sized bomb. (SW)
Progression
a time measurement used by the Brigians. (HSL)
Project Aralia
an amusement park built on the planet Aralia. The Ranats tried to stall the construction of the park, and its builders complained to the Empire. This led to the decree that Ranats could be killed in self-defense, and could not carry weapons. (GG4)
Project Asteroid
an infamous Imperial operation which used many of the battle tactics devised by Jan Dodonna. (MTS)
Project Decoy
a project assigned to Fandar and Fugo by DRAPAC, its goal was to produce Human Replica Droids for use by Alliance personnel in dangerous situations. The first such droid was built to resemble Princess Leia, who was being pursued by Zorba the Hutt and Trioculus. The technology developed during this project eventually reached the open market, though it was prohibitively expensive in most cases, Prince Xizor, for instance, paid 9,000,000 credits to build his assistant, Guri. (MMY, QE, SSE)
Project Orrad
this secret Imperial project was run in an underground lab on Venaari. (SWAJ)
Project Second Chance
this New Republic operation involved the hiring of a group of smugglers to assist the Kalinda System in repelling the Imperial and Corporate Sector forces which tried to control it. The Republic knew that the Kalindan military had been developing a technology that would negate the effects of a cloaking device, and wanted to make sure it didn’t fall into the wrong hands. Implemented by Clivis Damand, the project was never given the consent of the Ruling Council, and was conducted without their knowledge. The goal of the project was for the smugglers to transport a modular command circuit to the Kalindans, which would be used to activate their deep-space defense network. The project was successful, and the Kalindans were able to repel both of the forces arrayed against them, seemingly without intervention from the New Republic. (TSK)
Projectile Cannon
this outdated form of weapon used a mild explosive to launch a solid projectile at its target. (KO)
Promhassic Triaxli
this is a harmless, legal substance imported to many industrial worlds. (TFE)
Promise
this Rabaanite ceremony involves the betrothal of two members of a social caste. (SWJ9)
Promk
one of the Black Sun criminals working with Grobber during the reign of Zekka Thyne over Black Sun's Corellian interests. (TFE)
Proom
(?)
Proop
this creature, native to the oceans of Chad, is semi-domesticated and is harvested for its tender flesh. They are a tentacled species of slug which can measure 15 meters in length, and are thought to be part of the same group as the bildogs. They herd in groups of up to 300 individuals. (SWJ10)
Prophets of the Dark Side
a secretly-operating group of Imperial Intelligence agents who are continually spying on the galaxy's activities. They are led by Kadann, the Supreme Prophet. The prophets are all black-bearded individuals who wear gleaming black robes, and who have obtained a great deal of power within the remnants of the Empire, and who have made some bold predictions. Among them, the Prophets supposedly predicted the exact time and palce for the destruction of both Death Stars by the Alliance. They are continually working to make sure their prophecies come true, at any cost, in order to retain their power. (LCJ)
Prophet of the Void
this is the title given to the leader of the Charon death cult, an individual who is, in effect, the supreme leader of the Charon race. (GG4)
Prosperine Entertainment & Distillers
this company, headquartered on Algara II, owned and operated Club Prosperine. (PG2)
Prosperity Row
this is the name given to the only legitimate business section of Off-worlders’ Quarter, found on the planet Ropagi II. Although it tries to remain apart from the black markets of the Black Hole, the various booths on Prosperity Row have no qualms about overcharging unsuspecting newcomers. (TSK)
Prosslee
this race, a member of the New Republic, maintained a feud with the Forshuliri race. (SOP)
Prost
this Imperial Captain served as part of the fleet command that attempted to control the Kalinda System, some years after the Battle of Endor. His fleet was constantly harassed by Commander Sloane’s Corporate Sector fleet. (TSK)
Prosthetics
the science of using mechanical systems to replace organic ones. Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader both benefitted from prosthetic systems, although Vader's were much more extensive than Luke's right hand. (ESB, TB, WEG)
Protas
this native of Anobis was Elis’ younger brother. He was nineteen years old at the time Han Solo came to Anobis to discuss a cease-fire to the civil war there. During the war, he had become proficient at laying traps that eliminated the farmers of the plains. He also had developed a close relationship with Anja Gallandro, based on the proximity of their families. When she returned to Anobis with Solo, she tricked him into attacking the Ynos’ village during the early stages of the cease-fire. Protas was hot-headed enough to go along, and worked hard to lay traps for the returning farmers. He was going to make one last trap for Ynos, and returned to his house shortly after Anja set a burrowing detonator in the doorway. When Protas stepped across the threshold, he activated the explosive and was killed in the blast. (ROM)
Protazk
this city, located on the planet Spuma, was a hold-out location for the supporters of the Alliance on the planet. The Empire sent in its best Hell's Hammers, under the command of Colonel Johans himself, to wipe out any rebellion. (ISB)
Protector
a Victory-class Star Destroyer under the command of Admiral Harkov. It was dispatched to halt the Sepan Civil War, and served a in a number of battles until Harkov decided to defect to the Alliance. He took the Protector and its accompanying fleet and tried tohand it over to the Alliance. Admiral Zaarin and Darth Vader were able to capture Harkov and his fleet. (TIE)
Prothium
this gas, used in the manufacture of blasters, is mined in the Killaniri System. All of the prothium from that system is shipped from the Mutandan moon, Justa. (PGF)
Protocol Droid
a humanoid robot programmed in diplomacy, interpretation, and other skills necessary for interplanetary interactions. They are humanoid in shape so that they will fit in better among the races that are trying to interact. (SW, ESB)
Proton Blaster
this out-dated weapon fired bolts of cohesive protonic material that explodes on contact. Seinar produced them at one time. (POT)
Proton Grenade
a small concussion bomb which is thrown at a target and scatters energy when detonated. (SWSB, CSW)
Proton Torpedo
these weapons use a proton-scattering pod. The pod consisted of a fuel cell and a nucleonic igniter. When the torpedo strikes its target, the igniter smashes the atoms in the fuel cell, creating an enormous energy surge which destroys the target. While being very powerful, the proton torpedo can only travel at slow, sublight speeds. (SW, SWSB)
Proton 12
this is the designation of a Rendili StarDrive sublight engine. It is small, and is often used in a group to back-up a larger engine system, such as the Proton 2. (X1)
Proton 2
this is the designation of a massive Rendili StarDrive sublight engine. (X1)
Protosteel
a material used to build the hulls of large starships. (HSE)
Protrean
this alien race resembles a crude clay statue of a humanoid lifeform. They are round beings, with no visible fingers or toes, and their bodies seem to flow and change. Protreans can alter their body color and texture to match their surroundings, which allows them to belnd into almost any environment. These creatures then lie in wait for their prey to wander too close. Protreans capture their prey by striking quicjkly, draping themselves around the victim’s head to prevent any outcry and suffocating them at the same time. (GCQ)
Provisional Council
the group of leaders working for the New Republic, whose goal is to restore the principles and laws of the Old Republic. It also provides leadership and direction for the New Republic. It is presided over by the Inner Council. As its name implies, it was set up in the years following the Battle of Endor to assist in repairing the damage caused by Palpatine's New Order, but was by no means permanent. It was dissolved a short time before the Yevethan Purge, and replaced with a full government designed by the various Senatorial leaders. (HTTE, SOL)
Provocateur
this Imperial frigate was commanded by Captain Joshi, and was part of Zsinj's fleet shortly after the Battle of Endor. It was assigned to provide support for the Night Caller during a raid on Talasea, but was destroyed in the battle. (WS)
Prowler
(1) an Alliance Corvette group destroyed during the Galactic Civil War (TIE)
(2) An Alliance escort carrier group destroyed during the Galactic CiviL War (TIE)
(3) an Imperial Carrack-class cruiser that served in the Minos Cluster during the Galactic Civil War. (WEG)
Proxima Dibal
a star with a single planet which is home to the song serpents. (HSE)
Proy'skyn
this Bothan was an investigator with the Drev'starn Department of Criminal Discouragement. He accompanied Morv'vyal to the Exocticalia Pet Emporium, on a tip that the store had been burglarized. When a fire broke out in the shop, the Bothans realized that it was related to the wiring. This led them to discover the hidden cache of weapons kept by Navett and Klif, which forced the humans to kill the Bothan investigators in order to carry out their plans. (VOF)
Prye Folas
this spaceport city, found on the planet Teyr, was one stop east of Turos Noth on the Rift Skyrail. It was located quite a distance from the Teyr Rift. (SOL)
Pryodase
this synthetic drug is used as a mood enhancer, and was extremely effective for lowering the guard of an individual. For a time, it was used extensively at Coruscant dinner parties among the nobility, as a way to counteract the increase in duels. It was non-addictive. (POT)
Pryodene
this is a synthetic, mood-enhancing drug. (POT)
Psadans
a race on Wayland, covered with lumpy plates that make them look like walking rocks. They despise the Empire for assuming control of their world, which is about the only thing they agree with the Myneyrshi on. (HTTE, TLC)
Pseudo-chudde
this food was detested by many young children. (CSA)
Pseudogranite
a re-constituted form of stone used in buildings. (WG)
Pseudosonic Beamer
this ancient weapon employs high-intensity sound waves projected at a target to cause harmonic vibrations that literally shake the target apart. (SH)
Psibara
an edible vegetable. (TME)
Ptak-Sok
this Arachnoid served aboard the Black Widow as Bruce Mercy’s chief mechanic. Ptak-Sok (pronounced Patahk-Sook) was a strong-willed, ruthless individual. (TSK)
Ptera System
the planetary system which contains the planet Flax. (GG4)
Pterosaur
another name for the soarers of Ammuud. (HSR)
Ptorc, Illor
the Imperial governor assigned to manage the Demophon System, he ruled with an iron fist until the system was consumed in the exploding supernova that destroyed the star Demophon. (SN)
PT-16
a new spaceship discussed by the two stormtroopers standing guard near the tractor beam Obi-Wan Kenobi disables. (SW)
Public Security Service
created from the remnants of the Corellian Security Force by the Diktat, the PSS is one of the public security forces operating on Corellia just before Thrackan Sal-Solo seceeds the Sector from the New Republic. (AC, IJ)
Puck
military slang for a repulsortank. (SWJ9)
Puddra
an Imperial subofficer working under Grammel's command on Circarpous V. (SME)
Pudhoy
this lichen-like plant has a reddish color. (POT)
Puerco
a grain grown on Cilpar. (XWRS)
Puff-cot
a self-inflating, portable bed. (WS)
Puffer Bird
a tall, stiff-looking bird with spike-like feathers on its head. (DS)
Puffer Turtle
this violet creature is native to the swamps of Clak'Dor VII. It has the ability to expand bladders inside its shell to augment its bouyancy or to scare off attackers. When the air inside the bladders is released, the puffer turtle makes a low, rumbling, woodwind sound. (TCC)
Puffers
Han Solo used this derogatory term to describe President Gavrisom. Han claimed that all Gavrisom ever did was talk, puffing up issues with words rather than dealing with them head-on. (SOP)
Puffo-Shield
this is the brand-name of one kind of starship crash foam. (POT)
Puggles Trodd
a small, rodent-like alien bounty hunter, he has an obsession with causing and viewing explosions. He works often with Zardra and Jodo Kast, although his pessimistic outlook on life causes him to be very suspicious of their activities. He joined them in the hunt for Adar Tallon, but was secretly afraid of them. He joined to collect his share of the money. (TM)
Pui-Ui
an alien race which continually sheds it skin. They are native to the planet Kyryll's World, and appear like two spheres joined by a short neck. They move about on millions of cilia covering their undersides. They have a shrill-sounding language. (HSL, WGE)
Pujin
this inquisitive old man was a passenger on the Kuari Princess when it was hijacked by the Riders of the Maelstrom. (RM)
Puk
a foodstuff grown in many Tatooine hydroponics gardens. (TJP)
Pulga Horse
a creature native to the Forest Moon of Endor. (EGC)
Pulra
an alien race which is native to the volcanic world of Kuras III. (PG)
Pulsar
Pulsar Skate
a deep-sea creature native to Coruscant. (KT)
Pulsar Skate
a Baudo-class star yacht owned by Mirax Terrik, named for a deep-sea creature on Coruscant which it resembled. The starship once belonged to her father, and was modified by Wedge Antilles who, at the age of fifteen, replaced its fusion chamber on the starboard engine. When Wedge took the new Rogue Squadron to the Chorax System, it found the Skate. being detained by the Imperial Interdictor-class ship Black Asp. The Rogues managed to scare off the Asp, and the Skate assisted in the rescue of Corran Horn's X-Wing. Mirax's father used the shhip to smuggle spice, which attracted the attention on Hal Horn, who hunted down the elder Terrik and captured him. Horn sent Terrik to the correctional facility on Kessel. Mirax held no small amount of contempt for Corran Horn, despite Wedge's allegiance to Rogue Squadron, but she held her tongue. Mirax agreed to assist the New Republic during the Krytos crisis, ostensibly acting as the lead ship in the convoy that was to bring bacta from Thyferra to Coruscant, via the Alderaan System. The convoy was attacked by the Warlord Zsinj, after he was tipped off as to the convoy's flight plan, before Reogue Squadron could arrive to escort it to Coruscant. It was believed that Mirax, her pilot Liat Tsayv, and the Skate were destroyed in the ambush, but they had left the convoy and gone to Borleias with a sample of the bacta. (XWN)
Pulse Laser
a starship weapon. (SWJ9)
Pulse Rocket
a Nuffin weapon. (JTH)
Pulsejet
this thruster technology was employed by the Yevetha to move their Aramadia-class thrustships during taxiing in starports. (TT)
Pulsemass generators
devices which can be deployed in hyperspace to create false images of realspace masses, effectively keeping other ships in realspace near the generators, or bringing them out of hyperspace near them. These small devices are similar to the huge gravity wave generators on Interdictor-class ships. (CPL, COTF)
Punch Gun
an older weapon that is used to blast holes in metal surfaces. (TJP)
Punch-dagger
a small, handheld knife with a specialized blade. The blade is forcefully extended when it is plunged into an opponent, causing a great deal more internal damage after the initial thrust. (HSL)
Punishing One
this ship was owned by the bounty hunter Dengar. A modified Corellian Engineering JumpMaster-5000 transport, the Punishing One was propelled by an outdated Class 3 hyperdrive, but its sublight engines were top-of-the-line. Dengar preferred the crescent-shaped ship to many newer designs, simply because it was easy to maintain. It as armed with a single quad-blaster, a mini ion cannon, and a proton torpedo launcher. It has minimal crew space, with just enough for Dengar and a captive. (CCG4)
Pupton
a serving of vegetables. (TME)
Pure, The
this monicker is used by the Yevethan rulers to describe their race. They believed themselves the purest form of life in the galaxy. (SOL)
Pure Sabacc
this term is used in the game of sabacc, and refers to a hand which has a value of exactly 23, either positive or negative. (CCC, RD)
Pure Sabacc
this ramshackel Y164 merchant ship was stationed at Durren when Seti Ashgad and Dzym unleashed the Death Seed plague on the Meridian Sector. Owned and operated by Captain Bortrek, it was the Pure Sabacc which intercepted C-3PO and R2-D2 after the droids escaped from the Borealis. (POT)
Purella
this arachnoid predator is found on the moon Yavin 8. It is a scarlet-colored creature with eight legs, four barbed pincers near its mouth, glowing orange eyes, and coarse hair. Their pincers exude a neurotoxic that immobilizes the muscles and nerves of its prey, allowing the purella to drag it back to its nest. The purella is carnivorous, and prefers the meat of young Melodies to that of reels or raiths. They spin thick, black webs in their cavernous homes near the Melodie ceremonial pools. (LW)
Purity
this converted battle cruiser was part of the Black Sword Command fleet that was captured by the Yevetha following the Battle of Endor. It was repaired and later used as Vol Noorr's command ship, from which he was able to capture the survey ship Astrolabe. (BTS)
Purple-3
C-3PO's alias when he accompanied Han Solo and Luke Skywalker to Crseih station. Threepio had been painted purple to disguise him in case they encountered any Imperial agents at the station. (CS)
Purr
this Tinnell was a companion of the smuggler Dannen Lifehold. They met on Dohu VII. (SWAJ)
Pursuer
MandalMotors' Enforcement ship, this 30.1-meter craft was used by the Mandalorians as a system patrol vehicle. It required a single pilot, and had room for 2 guards and 5 prisoners. It had enough shielding to handle most pirates, and was armed with a twin blaster cannon, an ion cannon, and a proton torpedo launcher. The ship was basically a long, thin rectangle stabilized in flight by a port-side wing and maneuvering cluster. (DESB, EGV)
Putney
the Bakuran Army Commander in charge of the assault troops sent to take control of the planetary repulsor activated on Drall. (SC)
Putten Beatus
this near-human female had grey skin, large eyes, and gruff, demanding demeanor. She was an outcast who found work as a customs inspector at the Mos Eisley Spaceport. (GG7)
Puttie
a slow-moving sport. (COJ)
Puzzle Room
one of Moff Bandor’s Game Chambers of Questal, the Puzzle Room is a natural cave. The floor of the chamber appears to be a single sheet of metal. The center of the room is marked by a large, black, laser-studded sphere suspended above a control panel. When one of Bandor’s prisoners enters the chamber, the sphere begins to spin and descend, firing its lasers around the chamber. The object of the chamber is to determine how to use the control panel to turn off the sphere before it descends and shoots you to pieces. (GCQ)
Puzzleflower
this plant, native to the planet Nimban, has interlocking petals that surround the central stem. The Nimbanese people developed a crude form of analytical reasoning as they tried to open the flower's petals to reach the edible stem. (GG12)
PX-10
Nen-Carvon's CAVw PX-10 compact assault vehicle. (ISB)
PX-4
Nen-Carvon's mobile command base, this tread-driven armorer hulk provides field commanders with transport, protection, and a mobile headquarters that moves with his troops. These heavily-armored tanks are also sometimes used by Imperial governors on hostile worlds. For all their impressive protective measures, the PX-4 is only armed with a single heavy laser cannon. (ISB)
Pydyr
this moon of the planet Almania was a hot, dry world formed from sandstone and other soft rocks. Its constantly changing landscape forced its inhabitants to become highly adaptable. Meager oceans provided only enough moisture to allow plants and animals to survive, but they were home to the microscopic seafah, whose shells were valued as gemstones. The natives of Pydyr built grand cities of sandstone studded with seafah shells, which were constantly being rebuilt due to the harsh environment’s continual erosion of the soft material. The Pydyrians became wealthy harvesting seafah shells and developing medical unguents and salves, and were the creators of the healing stick. As a result this wealth, the Almanians became intensely jealous of the Pydyrians. A centuries-old grudge evolved, but was finally laid to rest by the evil machinations of Dolph. Dolph sent his specially-armed droids to Pydyrian sources, and detonated them all. He killed 1,651,305 Pydyrians, leaving a thousand prisoners for him to torture when he came to survey the destruction himself. (TNR)
Pyjridi
Lando Calrissian once knew a pickpocket from this world. (BTS)
Pylokam
an aged human who ran Pylokam's Health Food in Mos Eisley during the last years Luke Skywalker lived on Tatooine. Pylokam did a poor business, as none of the smugglers or bounty hunters cared for his healthy foods. The health food business was so poor that even Jabba the Hutt didn't demand a percentage of Pylokam's intake. (TME)
Pypin
one of the Corporate Sector's Trianii colony worlds. (CSA)
Pyrepenol
this drug is often used by addicts and other abusers. It often helps make the user feel invincible, ready to take on the very Fates that control his or her life. (POT)
Pyros
this planet was raided by Alliance operatives shortly after the Battle of Yavin. The raid was met with intense resistance, contrary to initial reconnaissance. (GCQ)
Pzob
third planet located in the K-749 System, near the Moonflower Nebula. It was originally settled by Gamorreans, and has a temperate environment. The Emperor sent a special team of stormtroopers there as part of the Eye of Palpatine mission. All but Triv Pothman were killed by the Gamorreans. The New Republic hasn't made any contact there; their databanks were updated last during the Old Republic. (COJ)
P127
the designation of Astronav's top-of-the-ine starship course plotter. It could plot multiple-jump courses in no time. (IJ)