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A Call to Reason

the title of a pamphlet created by Mon Mothma and the early leaders of the Alliance to Restore the Republic, it contained a great deal of information on the atrocities being performed by the newly-named Emperor Palpatine. It was distributed on those worlds the Alliance felt needed a nudge to push them into alignment with the Alliance. (XW)

A New Hope

Title of Episode 4 of Star Wars. This is the official Episode title for the film Star Wars. Star Wars originally did not have an Episode name or number; this was added for the 1978 re-release, after work had been started on Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back.

Star Wars won the following Academy Awards:

Star Wars was also nominated for the following awards:

(SW)

A Vrassa

this pleasure-causing drug is standard in most medical kits. (CFG)

A-A5

designation of Trast's speeder truck, the A-A5 are basically unarmed troop transports. The A-A5 can move 25 troops with ease. (RASB, TLC)

A-A6z

this is the designation of a Trast speeder truck developed after the Battle of Endor. It is designed to be a cargo transport, with a maximum capacity of three individuals and 25,000 kilograms of cargo. (TSK)

A-B6

this droid was a defacto member of the Farns, although it didn't actually belong to any organic member. Female in personality, A-B6 woudl do anything the other Farns asked of her, just to remain friends with them. (GG7)

A-class Bulk Freighter

this double-hulled transport ship is similar to the Gallofree Yards Medium transport in design. It uses a pair of angled hull plates to surround the central cargo section, which can be modified to fit various configurations. The hull plates mount on the sides of the A-class freighter, where they mount on the top and bottom of the Gallofree Yards transport. A pair of main drives is mounted vertically in the rear of the shell. (HTTE, HTTEC)

A-OIC

this is a misspelling of the droid Doc’s designation (used in the last issues of SOTE: Evolution). (SEE)

A-scale Rating

this measurement system describes the proximity of a received starship transponder code to a match within the Bureau of Ships and Services database. An A-1 match is a perfect match; the larger the value, the poorer the match. Anything greater than A-3 is usually regarded as falsified. (CFG)

A-SL-4557.607.232

this is the Imperial decree which legalized the procurement of slaves, under certain conditions. (GG9)

A-Wing

the generalized name of the Dodonna/Blissex RZ-1 Starfighter. It is a flat, one-man, wedged-shaped snub fighter built for the Alliance after the lost of the Hoth base and prior to the Battle of Endor. The A-Wing was designed, as it's name implies, by Jan Dodonna and Walex Blissex. Because the Alliance was short on funds, most A-Wings were custom-built in private shops. The ship Tycho Celchu flew at the Battle of Endor had its cockpit inlaid with Fijisi wood. It is 9.6 meters in length, and was designed for interception and long-range reconnaissance. A unique feature of the A-wing is the short hydro-servo bearing installed in each wingtip, allowing the pilot to tilt the laser cannons up to 60 degrees up or down. Its top sublight speed is 120 MGLT, and can maneuver at 1,300 kilometers per hour in an atmosphere. It has limited navcomp capabilities, being able to calculate only 2 jumps before requiring recalibration.

It boasts the following shipboard systems:

(ROTJ, SCRE, SWSB, RASB, XW, TIE, BW)

A-Wing Slash

this New Republic naval battle technique requires split-second timing among a group of starfighters. The maneuver usually employs X-Wings which fly directly toward the defensive line guarding a capital ship. Flying just behind the X-Wings will be a group of A-Wings, hiding int he X-Wings’ drive glows. The X-Wings disengage their attack at the last second, drawing the fire of the defense with them. The A-Wings can then strafe the undefended ship at will. It is very similar to a saggery-blossom maneuver. (SOP)

A-Z-Z-3

a Mon Calamari light freighter. (SN)

A-1 Deluxe

an old model Mobquet "floater," this landspeeder was not the fastest, sleekest, or most desirable speeder on the market. It was, however, extremely reliable and inexpensive. The body was seven meters in length, but was thin. Pilot and passengers had to sit one behind the other. An option on the A-1 was Corellian leather seating. (TM, GG7, CCG2)

A-24

this is Incom's series of Sleuth Scout ships. The A-24 is 14 meters in length, and requires only a pilot. A single passenger can also be accomodated. It is armed with two laser cannons, and is protected by a decent set of shields. (WEG)

A-3D0

an early version of a humanoid droid meant to interact with the humanoids races of the galaxy. Many of them were designed as assistants on starships. They are often referred to as "Threedees." Andur and Nomi Sunrider had a ThreeDee that acted as a protocol and service droid. (TOJ)

A-3TO

this green-plated protocol droid served as the primary contact for any mercenary or smuggler visiting The Yard or Syndicate One. (SWJ8)

a-4

this old Kuat Drive Yards ion cannon was designed for use on large capital ships. (SOP)

A-9 Vigilance Interceptor

a fast, highly maneuverable starfighter built by Kuat Drive Yards, the A-9 was pulled out of the design archives in order to help fill the gap left by the loss of so many TIE Fighters during the Galactic Civil War. However, when the Alliance defeated the Empire at Endor, many of KDY's factory worlds were the sites of rebellion and revolt. One such world was the prime manufacturing site of the A-9. When all was said and done, the A-9 found its way to the New Republic's arsenal instead of the Imperial fleet. The craft is 7.4 meters in length, and is armed with a pair of heavy turbolaser cannons. Like the TIE Fighter, the A-9 has no hyperdrive, although it is capable of speeds approaching 1,300 kph. (DE1, DESB)

A-9x

this Kuat Drive Yards thrust engine design was created for use in the A-9 Viligance Interceptor. They have self-contained power generators. (EGV)

A'driannamieq Mountains

found on the planet Elom, this wide expanse of rocky peaks is the native land of the ranphyx. (GG12)

A'kazz

a Schenor rescued from an Imperial attack on a research station. He was questioned by Luke Skywalker, who hoped to use his story to sway the Schenor to the side of the Alliance. (RPG)

A1 Tow

an Alliance heavy lifter group supplying Admiral Harkov during his attempt to defect to the Alliance. (TIE)

Aa'kua

this Old Corellian term means 'respect' when used by a Corellian. When used by a Sacorrian, it translates to 'individual space.' A violation of aa'kua is a crime against the individual's own person, and was considered worse than murder. (SWAJ)

AA-1

the verbobrain model that is installed in C-3PO, it is built by SyntheTech. It is designed to hold the etiquette practices of millions of species, with the ability to cross-reference and analyze alien amenities. (CPL, SWSB)

AA-23

designation of the detention block on the first Death Star used to imprison Princess Leia. It was located on Level 5. (SW)

AA-589

designation of the X-wing Luke was flying during Thrawn's reign of terror. (HTTE)

AAA Tow

an Alliance heavy lifter group supplying Admiral Harkov during his attempt to defect to the Alliance. (TIE)

Aalia Duu-lang

this criminal madame operated from a base in Stassia City. (SWAJ)

Aama

this New Republic Intelligence agent held the rank of Major. Aama was assigned to Alpha Blue, and served as one of Hiram Drayson’s senior facilitators. (TT)

Aar

this is the homeworld of the Aar’aa race. (TPS)

Aar’aa

this race of chameleon-like reptiloids is native to the planet Aar, and is known for its ability to match its skin color to its surroundings. Known as skin-changers, the Aar’aa are tall, well-muscled humanoids with pebbly-scaled skin, clawed hands and feet, and a thin ridge of skin running down their backs. Their large faces are dominated by thick eye-ridges which hang down over small, glowing eyes. (TPS)

Aargau

a planet of some importance to the Empire. It is known throughout the galaxy for its banks, and was the site of a week-long conference between Baron Tagge and the Corporate Sector companies. The result of the meeting was the formation of the Corporate Sector Authority. After the Battle of Endor, Aargau fortified itself behind planetary shields and perimeter warships. (CSA, DESB)

Aari

one of Gaeri's aides in the Bakuran Senate. (TB)

Aarrba

this amiable Hutt ran a repair and salvage shop on the planet Cinnagar about 5,000 years before the Galactic Civil War. Aarrba was a friend to Hok and Timar Daragon, and contiually kept their starship in working order. It was Aarrba who took in Jori and Gav Daragon, after they were orphaned during the First Unification Wars, and raised them to adulthood. Aarrba continued to support them, giving them loans when no one else would, until they were unable to pay for repairs to their ship following the discovery of the Goluud Corridor. He was forced to have them arrested, in order to make them face up to their debts. When they fled the authorities, Aarrba impounded their ship and called in all their debts. Aarrba’s body was stricken with sickness, and much of his body was amputated to remove the infection. He was relegated to a repulsor-chair in order to move about. When Naga Sadow began his conquest of the Koros System, Gav Daragon returned to Cinnagar and was confronted by Aarrba. Aarrba threatened Gav with imprisonment for his crimes, but Gav’s Massassi bodyguards moved into position. Before he could do anything about it, Aarrba was killed by the bodyguards. Much later, after the Great Hyperspace War, Empress Teta gave Jori Daragon all rights to Aarrba’s repair station for her part in winning the war. (GAS, FOSE)

Aarrba’s Repair and Salvage

this starship maintenance facility was run by Aarrba the Hutt, and was located near the ancient Cinnagar starport. (GAS)

AAT Battle Tank

this Baktoid Armor Workshop craft was created for use by the Trade Federation and its droid armies. Measuring 9.75 meters in length, the AAT required four battle droids to operate it: a commander, a pilot, and two gunners. The ship was well armed, with a huge laser cannon mounted atop the main section, a pair of range-finding blaster cannons to support the main laser, two anti-personnel blasters mounted with the range-finding weapons, and six projectile lanuchers. They can reach ground speeds of up to 55 kph and, while not shielded, have incredibly thick armor plating to protect the tank from attack. (X1)

Ab'Ugartte

an alien race from an unknown world, they are not among the most friendly species in the galaxy. They prefer their seclusion. (DESB)

Aba

a Wookiee doll given to Jacen Solo by Chewbacca. (CS)

Aban

an Imperial Navy Captain, in charge of Grand Admiral Thrawn's Taanab Operation. He is the commander of the Bellicose. (DFR)

Abano

this Aruzan dola tree farmer was Manaroo’s father. He begged for her life to General Kritkeen, but the Imperial was unresponsive. He sent Abano away with false promises and a warning shot from a stormtrooper’s blaster. Dengar later returned with Manaroo and rescue Abano and his family, and the Alliance hid them - and the other Aruzans - on an unknown safeworld. (TBH)

Abatrarg

this gas giant is the sixth planet in the Atrig System. It has 18 natural satellites. PG2 also calls this world Abatrang. (PG2)

Abbaji

a planet covered with rain forests. (SE)

Abdi-Badawzi

a notorious Twi'lek gangster who operates from an underground fortress located beneath the Rym Mountains, on the planet Socorro. (SWAJ)

Abo

an Imperial slang word used to denote any indigenous lifeform to a planet. (SME)

Aboukir

this New Republic warship was destroyed at the Battle of N’zoth. (TT)

Abran Belt

this asteroid belt contained the mining colony B'knos. (TBSB)

Abrax Cognac

a pale blue, alcoholic distilled spirit. It was favored by New Republic General Salm. (XWN)

Abregado-rae Spaceport

a once-decrepit establishment, it has been refurbished since the New Republic came into power. (HTTE, DFR)

Abregado

primary planet in the Abregado system, located in the Borderlands region. The homeworld of the Gado race, Abregado is a temperate world whose day lasts 23 standard hours, and whose orbit lasts 349 local days. Since the fall of the Empire, Abregado has become a civilized world, although it still maintains a large base of smugglers. The planetary government, in an effort to reducecrime and keep the peace, has severly restricted individual freedoms for its citizens. (HTTE, DFR, HTSB)

Abric

a crew member of Niles Ferrier. (TLC)

Abrihom

an Alliance platform supply station destroyed during the Galactic Civil War. (TIE)

Abrion sector

area of the galaxy which contains Ukio. (TLC)

Absit

this planet, subjugated by the Empire during the Galactic Civil War, is the homeworld of the Yatir race of humanoids. (ISB)

Absolutists

Selonians who, during the time of Trackan Sal-Solo's rise to power, were determined that the planetary repulsors should be used as a weapon to allow the Selonians to forcefully gain their independence from the New Republic. (AS)

Absorbmat

any material which can absorb liquids, absorbmats are often used as drink coasters. (HSR)

Abyss

one of the two binary stars that dominate the Byss-Abyss system. (GG4)

Abyssin

an alien race native to the planet Byss (not the same Byss that the reborn Emperor Palpatine used as his power base), these tall humanoids have long, well-muscled limbs and a single, slitted eye. The eye of the Abyssin has twin lenses and dual focal planes, which allows the Abyssin some measure of depth perception. They have incredible regenerative ability, and actually consume their own body mass and rebuilding cells. An average Abyssin body cell is replaced every 80 hours. Many of the normal organs found in pairs in other races are singular in the Abyssin, but can be regenerated if injured. They are a nomadic race, with no substantial exports. Thus, the planet has been relatively ignored by traders. The primary visitors to the planet are slavers who come to export the Abyssin themselves. When two tribes of Abyssin meet, they will either enter into a Trade (if water and food are plentiful, gaunts, weapons, or young are exchanged) or a Blooding (a fight to the death for water rights). The Abyssin have greenish-tan skin and long arms that reach to the ground when they walk. Their hands end in sharp claws. Although Abyssin can live to be over 300 years in age, their ability to regenerate gradually decreases. Those Abyssin who can no longer regenerate themselves usually walk into the desert and dies. Those that refuse to die are ritually stoned by younger Abyssin. (GG4, SA)

Academy, The

an elite training and educational institution, the original goal of the Academy (during the Old Republic and early parts of the Emperor's New Order) was to train personnel for various space-going tasks. Under Palpatine, though, the goal was twisted to become an Imperial training center. There is no single location, although the Academy's most renowned training center is on Raithal. The basic training program lasts 30 months. (SW, JS, COTF, ISB)

Academy of Jedi Archaeology, The

a division of the ancient Jedi Knights which strove to recover the ancient Jedi teachings and lore, including the Sith knowledge. (DLS)

Acatal

this dry, rocky planet is the second in the Elrood System. A small mining company, run by Radell Mining, Incorporated, extracts raw ores from the barren wastes. Radell owns the planet. (PG)

Acceleration Chair

this is the name of the g-force-absorbing seat used by starship pilots. (HSE)

Acceleration Compensator

a starship component which helps provide artificial gravity and dampens the effects of maneuvers while going at or beyond lightspeed. (SW)

Acceleration Couch

this is the name of the g-force-absorbing bench used by starship passengers. (HSE)

Accarrgm

this is a potent Wookiee liquor. (RD)

Accu-accelerator

this is part of the ignition system used on the sublight engines of many capital ships. (CFG)

Accuser

one of the two Imperial-I class Star Destroyers the New Republic captured after the Battle of Endor. It was renamed Emancipator. Under Imperial duty, the Accuser was in the Tatooine System when Boba Fett arrived with the frozen body of Han Solo. Darth Vader gave the Star Destroyer and the rest of its fleet the order to stand down and let Fett deliver Solo's body to Jabba the Hutt. Tycho Celchu was assigned to the Accuser during his first stint of Imperial duty. He was talking to his family on Alderaan when the planet was destroyed by the first Death Star. (DE1, MTS, WG)

AccuTronics

manufacturers of various models of worker droids. (RASB)

Ace Squadron

Pash Cracken's A-Wing squadron, it saw extensive duty at the Battle of Thyferra. (BW)

Ace-6

this Cybot Galactica combat droid brain was used by Sienar Fleet Systems in the TIE/D Fighter. (EGV)

Acid Root

a dangerous plant native to Wayland. (TLC)

Ackbar

Mon Calamarian Rebel Navy Admiral, later promoted to the position of Commander-in-Chief of the New Republic. He was captured when the Empire took over Calamari, and was presented to Grand Moff Tarkin as a personal slave. He followed Tarkin around everywhere, all the while collecting information about the Imperial war machine, in hopes that he could escape and provide the knowledge to the Alliance. He gained limited knowledge about the Death Star in this fashion, enough to make him fear for the safety and future of the galaxy. When Tarkin decided to move to a permanent post on the Death Star, Ackbar was to be brought along with him. However, Tarkin's shuttle was attacked by an elite force whose goal was to assassinate Tarkin. They failed only when an Imperial Star Destroyer arrived to drive off the attackers, but they managed to rescue Ackbar in the attack. From that point on, Ackbar served the Alliance faithfully, using his knowledge of Imperial doctrine wherever possible. He was in command at the Battle of Endor, guiding the space battle over the second Death Star and drawing fire from the ships that were to destroy space station's central power core.

Following the formation of the New Republic, Ackbar became one of the Republic's ruling members, until Councilor Fey'lya used incriminating evidence against him in an effort to discredit Ackbar. When Fey'lya's plans were revealed, Ackbar was reinstated as a New Republic dignitary. He was away from Calamari when the reborn Emperor Palpatine attacked the planet. Later, when he and Leia were on a diplomatic mission to Vortex, his shuttle was sabotaged, causing it to crash into, and destroy, the Cathedral of Winds. This was part of Furgan's plan to bring down the New Republic from the inside, and severely degraded Ackbar's self-confidence. He returned to Calamari to help rebuild what was still unrepaired from the Emperor's attack, and was on the planet when Admiral Daala chose to attack Calamari. He and Leia were able to rally the minimal Calamarian defense, stalemating Daala's attack until help from the New Republic arrived. Ackbar chose to remain on Calamari until Furgan attempted to finalize his plans by kidnapping baby Anakin Solo on Anoth. He then left the planet and arrived at Anoth in time to rescue baby Anakin. This demonstration of the Empire's desparate attempts to regain control of the galaxy helped to crystallize Ackbar's resolve, and brought him out of his self-imposed shell and back into the New Republic's government. Ackbar was portrayed in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi by Tim Rose.

(ROTJ, HTTE, DA, COTF, MTS)

Ackbar Slash

this desparate starship maneuver was developed by the Alliance's Admiral Ackbar. The slash involved sending your warships directly through the line formed by your opponent's ships at top speed. If done correctly, and if the Force was with you, this maneuver resulted in two things. First, any of the opponent's ships who missed your ships actually shot up their own ships. Second, it scattered the opponent's ships, breaking their line. (WS)

Ackran

Jesmin Ackbar's alias, while serving as a member of the Night Caller's crew. (WS)

Acorvus

this planet, the third in the Lazerian System, was covered in barren desert. It was the site of the system’s penal colony, and was off-limits to non-authorized personnel. Captured dissenters and criminals were incarcerated on Acorvus. The planet has a marginally breathable atmosphere. (TSK)

Acoustic Disruptor

a device used in the Kessel spice mines to scrape off the top layer of rock and expose the spice below. (JS)

Acron Multinode

a diversified corporation working with the Corporate Sector Authority, Acron Multinode produced a number of specially-bred grain hybrids for use on various worlds. (HSE)

Actinic Luminator

a high-powered light often used by smugglers. (COJ)

Action II Freighter

one of the first freighter models produced in the Action series by Corellian Engineering Corporation. Carib Devist used one to fly to Bothawui, during the build-up of warships following the Caamas Incident. Hidden inside the freighter was a squadron of TIE Interceptors. When Devist's and the Millennium Falcon were caught in the tractor beams of the Tyrannic, Devist detonated the Action II, with a series of explosions that allowed his crew to blast away in the Interceptors. The explosion freed the Falcon from the tractor beam, allowing them all to return to open space and expose the Tyrannic. (VOF)

Action IV Freighter

a trapezoidal, medium bulk freighter built by the Corellian Engineering Corporation, the Action IV measures 100 meters in length and can carry 30,000 cubic meters of cargo with a maximum mass of 75,000 metric tons. Its inner holds can be individually adapted to various pressurization and climatic needs. It has no weapons systems and no defensive shielding. They require a dedicated crew of 8, and have no passenger facilities. (HTTE, SWSB)

Action V Transport

another starship in the popular Corellian Engineering Corporation Action series, the Action V measures 115 meters in length. It requires a crew of 10, and can hold up to 80,500 metric tons of cargo. It is unarmed, and has minimal shielding. (DFRSB)

Action VI freighter

another medium bulk freighter built by the Corellian Engineering Corporation, the Action VI measures 125 meters in length and can carry up to 90,000 metric tons. It has no weapons systems and minimal defensive shielding. It requires a dedicated crew of 10, and has no passenger facilities. (MMY, RASB)

Action-Keynne XII

this is a model of Creollian transport ship. They were designed to transport highly valuable cargoes, and were one of the most luxurious Corellian ships ever built. The Action-Keynne XII was also heavily armed, with mutiple tiers of weaponry. (SOP)

Activv 1

this Drearian Defense Riot Shield was manufactured from layered metal and one-way, mirrored transparisteel. A small notch in the upper section allows a blaster to be aimed and fired from behind it. (CSA)

Actuating Blaster Module

this blaster component takes the excited gas from the Xciter chamber and converts it into a beam of intense energy and light. The energy and light are subsequently focused - a process called galvening - as it passes through the barrel of the weapon. (CFG)

AC1

Cybot Galactica's surveillance droid, the AC1 series is a repulsorlift-powered sphere to which is mounted a swivelling holocam. The sphere is just under a meter in diameter. The AC1 was designed as a mobile surveillance platform, and transmits live images as it moves about. (RASB)

Ad-cube

this small device is similar to a Holocron. It is given out by manufacturers who want to promote their products. When activated, the ad-cube displays a holographic advertisement of the product the manufacturer wants to sell. (POT)

Ad’n

this is a Horansi ver, which means "‘to clean one’s toenails." (POT)

Adamant

  1. this Victory-class Star Destroyer was sent by Grand Admiral Thrawn to intercept Mara Jade at Abregado. (DFR)
  2. a New Republic bulk cruiser that was captured by Qorl over Coruscant. The ship was loaded with armaments and hyperdrive components, which Brakiss and the leaders of the Shadow Academy needed to help shore up the new Imperial Navy. It was on its way to Kuat, but was being inspected by Admiral Ackbar at the time. Qorl's forces disabled the ship's weapons and communications, but left its shields and engines operational. The ship was towed to the Shadow Academy, which was cloaked within Coruscant's system. Note that Jedi Under Seige claims the Adamant was attacked by the Shadow Academy at Kashyyyk. The Second Imperium used the hyperdrive cores and turbolaser batteries from the ship, as well as New Republic shield codes, to outfit their own ships. The resulting confusion allowed the Second Imperium to skip inside Republic defenses, until Ackbar used the shield codes against them and dropped all their shields. The Imperium’s fleet was then decimated by Republic cruisers. (LO, JUS)

Adamantine

this New Republic escort cruiser supported the Borealis during Leia Organa-Solo’s mission to meet with Seti Ashgad. The ship was one of the first to succumb to the Death Seed plague launched by Ashgad and Dzym, and was stolen by Ashgad’s people and destroyed on a world far from Nam Chorios. Hand-held weapons from the crew were later used to arm the Newcomers on the planet, in the uprising planned by Ashgad and Dzym. (POT)

Adarga

an Imperial Star Destroyer operative during the Galactic Civil War. It was used in the defense of the TIE Defender development site in the Parmel System. (TIE)

Adari

this planet is the homeworld of the Adarian race. It is covered with volcanic mountains, most of which are perpetually covered with snow. Its year lasts 409 standard days. (GG12)

Adarian

an alien race native to the planet Adari, the Adarians are humanoids with unusual cranial structures. Their skulls are elongated and tall, and have a large hole which goes completely through it. They have no ears or noses, and their mouth is ringed with sharp, bony ridges instead of lips. The Adarians make up to the lack of ears with a covering of fine hairs along their skulls that pick up the vibration of sound waves. A series of glands near the skin's surface allows them to smell. Their throats can be distended and filled with air, and the resulting "long call" can be useful as a communication method or a kind of defensive action. The Adarians have a rigid caste system which dominates their society, and the have evolved an advanced technology based on the use of super-cooled carbon-ice computers. They were able to remain neutral during the Galactic Civil War by signing a non-agression treaty with the Empire, providing the Empire with unlimited raw materials in return for their neutrality. (GG12)

Adarlon

this planet, located in the Minos Cluster, functioned as the Cluster's entertainment destination. By itself, Adarlon is a rugged, mountainous world originally settled by a group of Old Republic altruists - many from Alderaan - for its beauty rather than its resources. They were particularly well-funded, and their society grew into one of entertainment rather than survival. It was on Adarlon that the holographic medium was developed as an entertainment staple, and music from the planet is also highly sophisticated. Its primary industry was centered around tourism, and its temperate climate was well-suited to the various resorts and parks which operated there. Adarlon has a day which lasts 21 standard hours, and a year which lasts 381 local days. (SWAJ, GG6)

Adarloon

this planet is home to one of the most famous opera companies in the galaxy. The famous opera singer Neile Janna is also a native of Adarloon. (SWAJ)

Adazian Liebke

this Weequay was a Major in the Alliance's Special Forces unit on New Kisge. A native of Sriluur, Liebke served in Dnalvec's militia, and fought in the Houk-Weequay Conflicts. (SWAJ)

Adder Moss

originally found on Dagobah, adder moss has made its way to several other worlds, including Naboo. Adder moss is burned as a natural fuel, but can also be eaten as a spongy, spicy snack. (GF)

Adder's Bite

this was an alias used for the shuttle Narra when it was assigned to work with the captured Night Caller under the control of Choday Hrakness and Wraith Squadron. (WS)

Adega System

located in the Outer Rim Territories, this was the site of an important Jedi stronghold. It borders the Cron Drift. Adega was one of the original nine Auril Systems, and is only one of six that remains following the creation of the Cron Drift. (DE1, DE2, DLS)

Adegan Crystals

known as Ilum crystals, these minerals emit powerful bursts of light when induced by resonant frequencies. This trait makes them the most common crystals used to construct lightsabers. (DE1)

Adegan Eel

a creature found in the Adegan System. (DLS)

Adela

this starship, given the New Republic Reigstry number RN32-000439, was owned by Refka Trell. (SOL)

Adin

this planet was the site of an Imperial stronghold during the Galactic Civil War, but later became a member of the New Republic. (TNR)

Adinai

this gas giant is the sixth planet in the Lianna System, and was surrounded by eight moons. (ML)

Adison Cray

an Alliance free agent working during the Galactic Civil War. (GG9)

Adjucator

an Imperial-I class Star Destroyer that was stolen from the Empire by the New Republic and renamed Liberator. It was destroyed in battle over the planet Coruscant just prior to the reborn Emperor Palpatine's emergence. (DE1)

Adjudicator

this Imperial Star Destroyer assisted the Relentless in the subjugation of Gerrard V. (SWAJ)

Admonitor

this Imperial-class Star Destroyer was under the command of Captain Niriz during the years following the Battle of Yavin. It was the ship which transported Thrawn back to the Unknown Regions after his appointment to Admiral. It was never seen again, even when Thrawn returned to take control of the Imperial remnants several years after the Battle of Endor. (TFE, VOF)

Adon'aris

this Twi'lek was a confidente of Ekh the Red, and worked for Orman on Lianna. (ML)

Adony Station

this Imperial depot, located on the plane Jerne, was rumored to be the resting place of the Eternity Crystal. Luke Skywalker and Leia Organa raced to Adony to discover the crystal before Darth Vader could, some time during the Galactic Civil War. Vader rigged the vault where the crystal rested - a nearly impenetrable coffer - to explode when the Alliance agents tried to open it. However, the Dark Lord was also caught in the explosion. Luke and Leia managed to escape, and Vader was buried under the rubble. He survived as well, but the crystal - and much of Adony Station - were lost. (CSWDW)

Adoris Feline

this small, catlike animal is a favorite of many freighter and long hauler crews. (OS)

Adriana

this gas giant is the third planet in the Tatoo System. It has four natural satellites. (GG7)

Adrimetrum, Kaiya

this woman and her husband lived on Siluria III, until the Empire invaded the world and killed her husband. Since then, she has rallied her neighbors, and led successful guerilla attacks on the Empire. She even was able to removed the Imperial Governor of the planet, which got her noticed by Corwin Shelvay. Shelvay recruited her into the Alliance, where she trained with the likes of Page and Ciro. Both believed she was too aggressive and hot-headed, but she served faithfully as a Unit Commander during the Galactic Civil War. After the Battle of Endor, she accepted command of the corvette FarStar and set out to capture Moff Sarne in Kathol Sector. (GG9, KO)

Advanced Explosives Handbook

a compilations of songs written and played by the band Deeply Religious. It has been banned by the Imperial Board of Culture. (GG9)

Adventurer

this Verpine starship is a pre-Empire vintage with a lifting body design and hoverjets in place of repulsorlifts. It had no weapons or shields, and did not have an astromech droid for navigation. It was designed to be a small, personal sporting craft. (BTS)

Advisory Council

this seven-member governmental body was created by the New Republic to act as a balance to the power of the Chief of State. The Advisory Council was also a sounding board for the Chief of State's ideas. The Advisory Council could revoke the orders of the Chief of State, and could impeach the Chief of State if five of seven members voted for it. (RASB)

Advozse

this term describes a single member of the Advozsec race. (GG12, CCG2)

Advozsec

an alien race characterized by their short stature, large black eyes, and enlarged cranium. Their skulls are punctuated by a short, thick horn which protrudes from the center of their forehead. Their ears are pointed. Native to the planet Riflor, the Advozsec have evolved in the planet's dense, ash-filled atmosphere. Their large eyes allow them to see in the murky light. Riflor's constant tectonic activity has instilled a sense of skepticism and pessimism, as the Advozsec cities are continually being rebuilt after natural disasters. A herbivorous race, the Advozsec have developed technology that mirrors much of the galaxy, although they tend to build it on a smaller, more transportable scale. (GG12)

Adz-class Destroyer

this Imperial starship design was used as a patrol ship in many outlying regions. Their primary armament consisted of three quad-laser cannons and three dual-cannon ion batteries. They could achieve .55 past lightspeed, and maintained six fighters within her bays. (TT)

AE-35

  1. a heavy-duty repulsor unit used to keep sail barges afloat. (TJP)
  2. a subspace communcations realy module used in many Imperial starfighters. The communications network established by the fighters provided information during battle as well as during searches. (CCG4)

AE-442

this was Kroddok Stopa's verification code, used to communicate with the Obroan Institute's central computer. (SOL)

Aean

this is the name given to the supporters of the Ante-Endor Association by the Mrlssti. It is derived from the abbreviation A.E.A.. (XWPA)

Aefan

this race of small, orange-skinned humanoids is native to the planet Aefao. (RD)

Aefao

this planet is the homeworld of the Aefan race. The T’landa T’il recruited pilgrims from this world for the Besadii Hutts, although Han Solo once tried to dissuade the Aefans from leaving. (RD)

Aegis-class Shuttle

this is a series of combat shuttle manufactured during the Galactic Civil War. (KO)

Aereena

this young woman was the daughter of Alarik X and Careese, the King and Queen of Lazerian IV. Her outward appearance was that of the spoiled princess, but her actual role on Lazerian IV was much more than that. Despite her parents’ Imperial loyalties, Aereena was the leader of the New Republic resistance on the planet following the Battle of Endor. (TSK)

Aeron

one of the Corellian orhpans rescued from Ylesia by Han Solo and Chewbacca, he was a dark-haired child. (RD)

Aerospace Engineers Incorporated

a company to which Han Solo owed 2,500 credits in his early smuggling days. Vinda and D'rag worked there, and issued the warrant for Interstellar Collections Limited to repossess Han's ship in order to recover the funds. It is located on Oslumpex V. (HSR)

Aeten II

this highly-volcanic, tectonicaly-active planet is the only known source of stygium crystals. (X1)

AF Double Strobe

this Verdrellig shield generator was used on many large starships. (RM)

Af'El

homeworld of the Defel race, it is a large, high-gravity world orbitting the ultraviolet supergiant Ka'Dedus. The planet has a thick atmosphere but no ozone layer, and so unltraviolet light passes directly to the surface. Heavy atmospheric gases then block most of the remaining wavelengths of light. For these reasons, all lifeforms on the planet have evolved with the ability to see in ultraviolet light. The planet's main export is the metal meleenium. At one time, Kuat Drive Yards mined Af'El for many of its natural minerals. (DFR, GG4, CRO)

Af’El Lion

this strange beast is often found in travelling circuses. (GG6)

Afarathu

this sect of Selonians terrorized the Corellian System some four centuries before the Battle of Endor. The sect was destroyed by Keiran Halcyon, and was all but forgotten until the Empire used its specter to incite xenophobic reactions among the human population of the system. (IJ)

Affect Mind

a technique used by the Jedi Knights, it allows them to use the Force to control, sense, and alter another being's perceptions. It can be used to create illusions in, or remove images from, the being's memory. (WEG)

Affric

this man was the High Lord of Sarin Sector, in the Outer Rim, during the Galactic Civil War. (GG9)

Affytechan

an alien race native to the planet Dom-Bradden, the Affytechans resemble tall, sentient plants. They grow in a number of colorful configurations or leaves, petals, tassles, and tendrils, and no two are exactly alike. Their normal body temperature is 83 degrees. (COJ)

Aft Deck Diner

this restaurant is situated on the Bazaar Deck of the Kuari Princess, and advertises "cheap eats from a dozen worlds." (RM)

After the Old Life

a song written and played by the band Starburst. It was first released as part of the compilation Only In Your Dreams, and has been given a scarlet rating by the Imperial Board of Culture. (GG9)

Afterthought

this continent, one of two on the planet Ropagi II, is located on the planet’s western hemisphere. Like its counterpart, Forethought, the continent is amazingly flat, and covered with huge expanses of grassy plains broken by urban centers. Those native Ropagu who study the past and the history of their culture live on this continent. (TSK)

Afyon

a native of the planet Alderaan, Afyon served the New Republic as Captain of the Larkhess escort frigate. He was off-planet when Alderaan was destroyed, and vowed to make the Empire pay for its crimes. He signed up with the Alliance as a first officer on a gunship, and worked his way up to Captain. He is somewhat disgruntled by the apparent lack of recognition he and his companion starship commanders are receiving, while the pilots of the snub fighters seem to get all the glory. (HTTE, HTSB)

AG-2G

Corellian Engineering Corporation's quad-laser battery, these were employed by Han Solo aboard the Millennium Falcon. (RASB)

Aga

  1. a semi-sentient race found on the planet Zelos, the aga were used by Emperor Palpatine to allow stormtroopers to perform highly-secret tasks. Palpatine had the aga drugged until they began hallucinating, then made the greatest fears permanent with the Dark Side of the Force. The aga, much like cidwen and avogwi, were then used as guards. They viciously attacked anything or anybody that came near them. (COJ)
  2. a race of huge, lumbering predators native to Zelos II, the aga have thick, gray skin, yellow eyes, and six muscular legs. The front two legs can be used as arms in battle. They average four meters at the shoulder, and are formidable beasts. They attack by first issuing a terrible screech which immobilizes its prey, then they lash out with their front two arms. (PG2)

Agamar

this planet, located in the Lahara Sector of the Outer Rim Territories, was the home of Keyan Farlander. It was the site of an Imperial invasion during the early years of Palpatine's reign as Emperor. Mon Mothma visited there following the Ghorman Massacre, in an effort to help the Agamarians understand Palpatine's evil. Later, it was the site of a hidden Alliance base, early in the Galactic Civil War. The natives of the planet are known to be rough-hewn farmers known for their stubbornness. (XW, DF, WS)

Aganof

this alien race is native to the harsh, volcanic planet Kuras III. (PG)

Agapos the Eighth

this ruler of the Sunesi people was a well-liked but largely ineffective leader. Under his rule, the Empire established its presence on Monor II. His son, Agapos the Ninth, exhibited some sensitivity to the Force, and his natural abilities led Agapos to retire early. He let his gifted son take over and went into seclusion. (SWJ10)

Agapos the Ninth

this Sunesi was the son of Agapos the Eighth, Agapos was a gifted child with some sensitivity to the Force. As his talent grew, Agapos became able to heal others with a touch. He believed that his ability was simply the workings of the Maker, and that he himself was simply a conduit. When his father retired from leading the Sunesi people, Agapos the Ninth took over and began focusing their attentions on the Empire, rather than on their tribal disputes. His outspoken protest of the Empire's mining of cirrifog helped to unite the Sunesi, and the death mark imposed by the Empire made him even more respected. He was forced into hiding, though, when bounty hunters began searching for him. One pair of hunters, Chenlambec and Tinian I'att, finally managed to capture him. Chen's plan was to get him off Monor II in order to alleviate some of the Imperial pressure on the Sunesi, and to help keep Agapos alive. His teachings and writing had become popular among the worlds of the Alliance, and his philosophy was well regarded. Daye Azur-Jamin managed to meet up with Agapos on Treka Point, where Agapos told the young man that he needed to find Tinian I'att and let her know he was still alive. (SWJ10)

Agash

this red giant star is at the center of the Agash System. (PG2)

Agave-class Picket Ship

this was one of the new class of starship designs approved for manufacture by the New Republic Navy. At 190 meters, it was the shortest of the ships assigned to the newly-commissioned Fifth Battle Group. (BTS, SOL)

Agee

a winged, avian race. (TNR)

Aggoron

an alien race. (SWJ8)

Aggregator

this Interdictor cruiser was part of High Admiral Teradoc's fleet in the years immediately after the Battle of Endor. He leased the ship to Ysanne Isard, for her to use against Rogue Squadron during the Bacta War. She used it to intercept the Rogues as they passed through the Alderaan System, with the Corrupter as the primary attacker. However, the Rogues were able to fully disable the Corrupter and severely damaged the Aggregator in the battle. The Aggregator jumped back into hyperspace when it realized the battle was futile. (BW)

Aggressor

  1. a Super-class Star Destroyer assigned to Admiral Roek during the Galactic Civil War. It was accmpamied by five Imperial-class Star Destroyers, and was stationed in the Inner Rim until they were recalled to defend the Corellian shipyards six months after the Battle of Endor. (SWAJ)
  2. a Star Destroyer dispatched to bring Kirtan Loor to Imperial Center following the death of Gil Bastra. (XWN)

Aggressor Assault Fighter

this unique Trilon design is roughly twenty meters in length, and was designed specifically for combat. Its insectile shape is easily recognizable. It has a thin main hull with two forward-facing mandibles and two retractable steering vanes. The mass of the Aggressor is higher than in most starfighters, but this is compensated for by the fact that most interior space is dedicated to power cores and weapons systems. (EGV)

Aggul Meztim-Si

a city located on the planet Veron. (PG)

Agony of Tarkin, The

this opera was written and produced by the Imperial Opera Company, shortly after the Battle of Hoth. (MJEH)

Agorffi

a large, strong alien race, they have incredible brawn and strength. Like the Wookiees, they were hunted by the Empire for use as slaves. (GG9)

Agrilat

a planet, located near Corellia, is home to a strange crystal swamp. At one time, Han Solo and Dengar participated in a dangerous swoop race there. Dengar sustained numerous injuries, and harbored a grudge for Solo ever since. (MTS, TBH)

Agrirobot

any automaton who primary functions involve agricultural skills. (HSE)

Agriworld-2079

this planet is the homeworld of the Skrilling race. The name 'Agriworld-2079' is a M'shinni designation, as the M'shinni used it as one of their many agricultural colony worlds. They discovered the Skrilling race there, and even provided the name 'Skrilling' to them. The planet had no name before the M'shinni arrived. (GG12)

Agro-Militants

a group of political activists which vied for Leia Organa-Solo’s favor during the early years of her tenure as the New Republic’s Chief of State. (POT)

Aguarl 3

this ocean world was the site of an Alliance populated by the Mon Calamari and Quarren following the first Imperial attack on Calamari. A Quarren spy for the Empire provided the planet's location, and a TIE Bomber attack was launched against the planet. The Alliance's newly-installed defense system took out three of the four bombers, but Ranulf Trommer was able to recover minimal control of his ship and launch concussion missiles at the base. The base took greivous hits, and had to be evacuated. (ROC)

Aguilae

the female Jawa that managed the Jawa Traders scavenger lot in Mos Eisley. She found that running a business in which she sold mechanical things was harder than she thought, given that she was a Jawa. So, she hired Mace Windu to be her salesman. (GG7, EGC)

Ah'Kra

a city on Coyn. (PG)

Ahazi

a New Republic Hajen-class fleet tender assigned to the Fifth Battle Group. It was destroyed on its final training mission near Bessimir when it overshot its hyperspace exit point. It plunged into the planet's atmosphere and disintegrated. (BTS)

Ahk'laht

this Noghri served as Leia Organa-Solo's bodyguard in the years prior to the appearance of Admiral Daala and the discovery of the Maw Installation. During a series of negotiations between Leia and a representative of the Barabel people, Ahk'laht physically manhandled the Barabel minister when he refused access to Alater-ka for the New Republic fleet. The political and personal embarrassment led Leia to send Ahk'laht back to Honoghr with the message that the Noghri were no longer indebted to the family of Darth Vader. (JASB)

Ahnjai Rahmma

High Inquisitor Tremayne's Srrors'tok bodyguard. It is unknown how Tremayne won the respect of Ahnjai and obtained a life debt, which Ahnjai strives to fulfill. (GG9)

Ahra Naffi

an ancient term used by the ancestors of the Qella to describe themselves. The Qella were their children, although the Qella themselves had no children. (BTS)

Ahred

the Fallanassi word for "four" or "fourth." (BTS)

Ahsmar

an Alliance starfighter pilot assigned to complement Keyan Farlander while ambushing an Imperial convoy near Orron III. Ahsmar was killed in the battle. (XW)

AI Scheduler

an artificial intelligence device which is employed at most major spaceports. Its intelligence and logic circuits are used to receive incoming landing requests from starships. The scheduler then processes the incoming call against the current slate of landings, and assigns the starship a landing clearance and arrival window. (CS)

Aiaks Fwa

this Whiphid mercenary worked for Jabba the Hutt, shortly before the Battle of Ylesia. Jabba paid him to infiltrate the Ylesian slave trade as a pilgrim to Colony Seven, and when given a signal, to kill the t'landa Til priest leading it. (RD)

AIC-4

Sonda Armament's Armored Interface Craft, designed to fit in the belly of a Star Destroyer, to be deployed with troops to the surface of a planet. Its armor plating allows it to drop into hostile territory. The 4-meter-long ship requires a crew of 6, and can carry up to 44 troops. It is armed with 2 laser cannons and 2 heavy repeating blasters. (SWAJ)

Aida

this planet, the primary world in the Aida System, was a sparsely-populated planet. It was a world loyal to the Empire, and solidly under the control of Governor Io Desnand during the New Order. The Wookiees working with Chenlambec to trap Bossk provided a set of false coordinates to a Wookiee waystation that led them to Aida. A derelict starship was left there, signalling the location of Lomabu III via a series of trilling Wookiee songs. The Aida System is the closest neighbor of the Lomabu System. (TBH)

Aikhibba

primary planet in the Aikhibba System, this minor world is located of the Gamor Run. (DESB)

Ailon Nova Guard

this military operation, located in the Ailon System, has a prowess in battle that has been compared to the Mandalorians and the Imperial Royal Guard. They train religiously, and have a 13,000-year history of success. Their basic tenets revolved around the survival of the fittest, and they believed that Emperor Palpatine was the prime example of this. (GG9)

Ailon System

this planetary system is the home of the Ailon Nova Guard. (GG9)

Aily Teem

this Old Republic Senator, from the planet of Malastare, was one of the three candidates selected to replace Chancellor Valorum, after Queen Amidala of Naboo called for a vote of no-confidence in Valorum’s abilities. Note that this character is referred to as Aks Moe in the novelization of Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace. (SW1, TPM)

Aing-Tii Monks

this strange race of creatures inhabits the furthest reaches of the Kathol Outback, near the Kathol Rift. They are one of the few travellers who actually seem to be able to navigate through the Rift, having been seen emerging from the Rift of several occasions. As a race, the Aing-Tii are tall, edentate mammals whose bodies are covered by bony plates. They have four legs, although they most often stand erect. Their heads are covered by helmet-like plates, and are dominated by two large eyes. They have no visible mouths, but use a group of long, thin tongues to sense and communicate. The tongues are used for tasting, smelling, and feeling. Much of their bony armor is covered with intricate, painted symbols that resemble the markings seen on their strangely-organic starships. Their tails, also covered with thick plates, are prehensile and often used in defense and attack. The Aing-Tii are also Force-sensitive, although they don't use it and control it the way Jedi Knights do. No one is sure exactly why, but the Aing-Tii patrol the Kathol Outback between the Marcol Void and the Kathol Rift looking for slave ships. They incapacitate the slavers with their Sanhedrim starships, then free the slaves. (KO)

Air Ambulance

this repulsorlift transport is used to convey injured and ailing individuals to hospital facilities as quickly as possible. Essentially a transport airspeeder, the air ambulance is crewed by a pilot, co-pilot, a medical technician, and up to two prone patients. (TA)

Air Cushion

this special bed is used in hospitals to help comfort burn victims. One of the few advances in medicine to come out of the Imperial armed forces, the air cushion uses a series of small repulsors to float the patients above the surface of the bed. This allows the patient to lie still without contacting their burned skin, and increases hygiene by allowing the patient to be bathed without soiling bedding. (TNR)

Air-2

TaggeCo's entry into the swoop market was a basic swoop controlled by hand controls, foot pegs, and knee pressure points. The Air-2 has a rounded front cowling with integrated maneuvering vanes and an optional windscreen. Han Solo escaped from a group of slavers on Bonadan by fleeing on an Air-2 swoop. (EGV, CCG9)

Airam Sector

this area of the galaxy was controlled by the Empire shortly before the Battle of Endor. (XVT)

Airbarge

the name name given to any of the custom-built prospector craft used by the independent tibanna gas miners of Bespin. The are usually 15-30 meters in length, and are a hodge-podge of wings, repulsors, and pod-shaped refineries. (JASB)

Aircar

another name for a landspeeder. (AS)

Airfleet

this was the name of Exocron's primary atmospheric defense force. The Airfleet employed heavily-modified airspeeders known as Skylarks to protect the huge Sky-Dreadnaughts which anchored its fleet. When the pirates and criminals of the Kathol Outback began invading Exocron airspace, it was decided that the force should be expanded to patrol the immediate space near Exocron. At this time, the Airfleet grew into the Exocron Combined Air-Space Fleet. (KO, VOF)

Airlink

the entry portal on a crawler, or any other craft which has an external connection to another craft, and operates in a hostile or vacuum environment. (CS)

Airlock

it was in the spacer bar that the Wookiee Grasheel first met Shamus Falconi. The story of their meeting is long and complex, and involved a number of angry pirates and a bottle of lum. In the end, Grasheel found himself the owner of half of the Lumrunner and Falconi’s partner. (SWJ9)

Airspeeder

any repulsorlift vehicle that flies in the upper atmosphere of a planet, they cannot enter the vacuum of space. They are meant to be utility craft, but can be modified for battle. (ESB, DFR)

Aiteff

see 8F (SWJ10)

Aitha

this protein drink is consumed by spacers to keep their bodies healthy during long runs. It is served hot. (TNR)

Aj^g

this was the Biotech model of cyborg construct used by Lobot on Cloud City. Note that this contradicts the West End Games material on this device, which denotes it as Aj^6. (CCG5)

Aj^6

Biotech's top-of-the-line cyborg construct, it allows a lifeform to become a cybernetic computer interface liaison. Lando Calrissian's assistant, Lobot, was an Aj^6. They were promoted by Biotech as "Artificial Intelligence Worth Shaving Your Head For," since many Aj^6 constructs were shaven in order to implant the wrap-around computer interface. (RPG, CSA)

Ak-Buz

the Weequay commander of Jabba the Hutt's sail barge. He was discovered by the cook Porcellus, stone dead in the kitchens, just before Luke Skywalker arrived at Jabba's desert palace on Tatooine. Porcellus, fearing that someone would blame him for the Weequay's death, disposed on Ak-Buz's body by tossing it onto one of the many scrap piles outside the palace. In reality, Ak-Buz was killed by Dannik Jerriko. (TJP)

Ak-Rev

this Weequay served as Jabba the Hutt's drum master, as well as being one of the crimelord's best hand-to-hand fighters. Ak-Rev worshipped the Weequay god of thunder, and played the huge drum in Jabba's Tatooine palace with Umpass-Stay. He also trained many of Jabba's guards. (CCG9)

Akaga

an Alliance Nebulon-B frigate that attempted to disable the Interdictor-class Harpax in the Ottega System. It was destroyed in the battle. (TIE)

Akana

this dry, barren planet is the fourth planet in the Elrood System. It supports only microbial life, although a colony of artists maintains a small outpost there. (PG)

Akanah

born Akanah Norand Goss, Akanah was the daughter of Joreb Goss and Isela Talsava Norand. Akanah was a descendant of the Fallanassi through her mother, Isela, who sent her to live on Carratos when the Empire first sought to take over Lucazec. Akanah lived there as a normal individual, although she was the only Fallanassi on the planet. There, she met and married Andras Pell. Pell was 36 years her senior, and the marriage lasted a year until Andras passed away. Some time later, she sensed the presence of Luke Skywalker, although she did it through the command of the White Current, rather than the Force. She travelled to Coruscant and found Luke, even though he'd hidden himself away in Darth Vader's old residence. She came to him with an offer to help him find his mother and therey ease some of his emotional burden. She took Luke to her homeworld of Lucazec, but they failed to find any information on Luke's mother. They did find a Fallanassi marking indicating where they fled to, and left Lucazec only after battling with Imperial agents left behind to intercept the Fallanassi. They continued to follow a path known only to Akanah, travelling to Teyr and Atzerri before arriving on J't'p'tan. Akanah was very secretive about their search, which worried Luke about her motives. (BTS, SOL)

Akanah Norand Goss

this was Akanah's birthname. (SOL)

Akanah Norand Pell

this was Akanah's married name, following her marriage to Andras Pell. They lived in the city of Chofin, on the planet Carratos, for a year before Andras died of old age. It was at this point that she left Carratos to find Luke Skywalker and located the Fallanassi. (SOL)

Akanseh

one of the medical officers serving aboard the FarStar shortly after the Battle of Endor. (KO)

Akarias, Piret

this Alliance pilot was the owner of the YT-1300 transport ship known as the Meandering Star. It wsa Piret who was assigned to bring a group of Alliance agents to investigate the loss of contact with the safeworld Stronghold. He escaped the initial attack of the Charon and their warship, the Desolate, fleeing the Charon bioscientists and making his way to his ship. However, the sight of his friends being experimented on by Charon scientists drove him mad, and he was irrational when the Alliance agents discovered him. (OS2)

Akinetic Field

a force field used to bind two structures together in deep space. (ISB)

Akkik

this Jawa worked for Jabba the Hutt on Tatooine, collecting protection money from local businesses. (TM)

Akol

this religion was an extremely power entity based on the planet Gascon. The High Advisor to the King and Queen was a member of the Akol, and he held a great deal of influence over the King. (GMS)

Akonije

this species of tree grew in the jungles of Thyferra. (BW)

Akrit'tar

a maximum security Imperial prison planet located in the Calaron Sector. (HSR, CSA, REB)

Akr43

this Alliance specification describes the necessary parameters for refitting a starship’s transponder. (CFG)

Aks Moe

this Gran was a native of the planet Malastare, and rose to become one of the planet’s primary political forces. Moe was eventually elected as his planet’s Senator to the Old Republic, and proved to be a skillful politician. However, like many of the Senators of his day, Moe was nothing more than a politician, and worked strictly by the laws and protocols put in place by the Republic. As the Old Republic rotted from within, Senators like Moe continued to demand that every item be put to a vote, and the Senate became bogged down in its own inefficiency. When Queen Amidala traveled to Coruscant to protest the Trade Federation’s invasion of her homeworld of Naboo, Aks Moe was one of the first Senators to demand a commission be dispatched to Naboo to investigate the situation. Later, when Chancellor Valorum was voted out of office, Aks Moe was one of three candidates considered to succeed him. Note that this character is referred to as Aily Teem in the screenplay of Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace. Aks Moe was acted by Mark Coulier and voiced by Marc Silk in Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace. (SW1, TPM)

Akul Witig

this Alliance Lieutenant worked undercover with Ma'w'shiye on Karideph during the Galactic Civil War. (SWAJ)

Akwin

this aquatic race is indigenous to the planet Lazerian IV, and descended from a species of savage sea creatures tens of thousands of years ago. The Akwin are mammalians, with blue-green fur and six limbs. The upper set of limbs resemble human arms, and end in three-fingered hands. The second set of limbs also resembles arms, but they originate from the midsection and end in flippers. The lower set of limbs are normal legs that end in webbed feet. Akwins also have thick tails which end with a flat fluke, which they use to propel themselved through the water. The long, flat head of the Akwin is covered with cilia, which can be nearly any color from white to blue to black. They breath via a combination of gills and two blowholes at the tops of their heads. The Akwin raise their food on underwater ranches. They have developed a sophisticated, water-resistant technology which is rarely shared with off-worlders or the native humans. The humans of Lazerian IV believe the Akwin are some sort of legend, a belief fostered by the Akwin to keep the humans from discovering them. The Akwin are aloof and condescending to races which breathe air. While the human population has little information on the Akwin - they believe them to be legends, after all - the Akwin have a great understanding of human history and culture. (TSK)

AK031995

this was the ID tag of the data taken from the Gnisnal's recovered datacore. It was deciphered by Ayddar Nylyekerka. (BTS)

Al'Nasrl Sector

a section of the galaxy. (ISB)

Alabak's Gold

a modified Calamari jump freighter used in the rescue of Adar Tallon from Tatooine. It was similar in shape, though somewhat smaller, than the YT-1300 freighter. (TM)

Alabar

a city on the planet Esseles. (CRO)

Alakatha

this is the primary moon of the planet K'vath 5, and is known as a resort world for the wealthy and powerful. It has two continents, and has a semi-tropical climate. Corran Horn and Mirax Terrik honeymooned on Alakatha, at the expense of the New Republic, as a gift for their service as well as for public relations purposes. (IJ)

Alarik X

this man was the King of Devit, the only nation found on the planet Lazerian IV, in the years following the formation of the New Republic. He was staunchly loyal to the New Order, as was his wife, Careese. Alarik was a charismatic leader, and was an expert in military matters. (TSK)

Alater

this Imperial Navy Captain was dispatched to investigate the native insurrections against Planetary Safaris. Hunting expeditions had been decimated by attacks from the "native beasts," and Alater was sent by sector governor Paro Lanto under the Dangerous Species Act to eliminate any threat. However, Alater discovered the true intelligence of the Barabels and had Planetary Safaris banned. (GG4)

Alater-ka

a permanent underground city and spaceport found on Barab I, it is crude by most standards. It was built by Shaka-ka to honor Imperial Captain Alater, who exposed the deception of Planetary Safaris, which was hunting the Barabels despite their intelligence. (GG4)

Alazhi

this organic material, grown by the Vratix on Thyferra, is the primary component that is refined into bacta. (XWN)

Albar

thi unit of measure describes the strength of the power-pulse emitted by a repulsorlift generator. (CFG)

Albecus

a nondescript planet located in the Core. (CRO)

Alc

this planet, the third in the Gacerian System, is covered by a dense, hot jungle. The planet is tectonically active, which prevents any major construction. However, it does have a barely habitable atmosphere. Alc is orbited by a single moon. (PG2)

Alcoari

this fruit is native to the planet Kashyyyk. Its milk is used by Wookiees for drinking and cooking. Is the alcoari an animal? (RD)

Alcopay

this beast of burden was used by the Oldtimers who settled the planet Nam Chorios. The alcopays were succeptible to disease, and often carried parasites which were transferred to blerds and grazers. (POT)

Aldar Beedo

this alien was one of the Outer Rim’s best podracer pilots. Aldar was recognizable by his long, thin snout and gangly arms. (TPM, RAC)

Alder, Cal

this Alliance scout was a native of Kal’Shebol. He served under Bren Derlin for a number of years, and was one of Echo Base’s perimeter patrol leaders. (CCG3)

Aldera

this city was the capital of the planet Alderaan, before it was destroyed by the first Death Star. The city was built on an island in the middle of a large lake formed eons ago by the impact of a huge meteor. Many of the planet's dignitaries were housed in Aldera, and the famous Alderaan University was situated there. Bail Organa once maintained a palace in the city, where his study overlooked the lake and was surrounded by gardens. (ISU, POT)

Alderaan

Princess Leia's small starship, she piloted it under the alias Lelila in order to travel unobtrusively. (CS, TNR)

Alderaan

this planet's human inhabitants were among the most peaceful beings in the galaxy. They were in continually harmony with the world around them, and chose to build their cities on top of sandstone bluffs and on stilts in the shallow seas. Their towering cities were built this way so that they wouldn't trample the grass or destroy the seas. The inhabitants of the planet catalogued over 8,000 species of grasses on the plains, and more than that in species of flowers. At the age of seventeen, an Alderaanian was considered and adult. It was a well-known custom that the adult members of Alderaan’s society never cut their hair, but allowed it to grow into long tresses. Alderaan was a staunch supporter of the Old Republic, and many of its inhabitants served in the armed forces. Following the Clone Wars and the widespread destruction caused by it, the government of Alderaan outlawed all weapons. They placed all weapons aboard a transport ship and sent the ship out on a never-ending series of random hyperspace jumps. The homeworld of the Organa family, Alderaan's role in galactici politics took a detour during the later years of the Old Republic. As Palpatine continued to gain power, the Organas began organizing a resistance to his Presidency. With the implementation of the New Order, Alderaan became one of the primary supporters of the newly-formed Alliance to Restore the Republic. However, the outspoken dissatisfaction with Palpatine's rule led to the destruction of the planet. When Leia Organa was captured aboard the Tantive IV over Tatooine, she was taken to Grand Moff Tarkin for questioning. Tarkin tried to obtain information from her, but she proved too strong. Even when Tarkin threatened to destroy Alderaan with the new Death Star, Leia lied to him about the location of the Alliance's base. Tarkin took no chances, however, and ordered the destruction of the planet. Alderaan was blown to pieces just before the Battle of Yavin, and all life on the planet was destroyed. Some 60,000 natives survived because they were off-world at the time, and were granted a unique status within the Alliance, as well as the New Republic. (SW, SWR, CPL, GA, ISU, SOL, RD)

Alderaan Alliance

a collection of the survivors of the destroyed planet, they outwardly denounced the Empire's use of force. Once the Galactic Civil War was ended, they compiled a list of all the known designers and developers of the Death Star project. They used this list to bring the developers out of hiding to stand trial for their crimes. (COJ)

Alderaan Ascendency Contention

a power struggle within the Alderaanian hierarchy that occurred in 70 PE, in which the various high houses of Alderaan could not make up their mind as to which would assume the throne of Viceroy of Alderaan. After a three separate votes yielded no outcome, the Jedi Knights were asked to mediate the contention. Jorus C'baoth was among the Jedi assigned to the Contention, and their ruling was that Bail Organa had the rightful claim to the title of Viceroy. (DFR)

Alderaan Biotics

this hydroponics company supported Alderaan's need for foodstuffs and other organic supplies until the planet was destroyed by the first Death Star. They once established an operational facility on Borleias, but the site was abandoned after Alderaan was destroyed, and the faciity was staffed with maintenance droids and abandonded. It was discovered years later by Evir Derricote, who rerouted a large amount of Imperial monies to re-establish the site. He used it to produce the initial strains of the Krytos virus until Borleias was linerated by Rogue Squadron after a pair of engagements. Alderaan Biotics later became the New Republic's primary manufacturing facility for the creation of rylca. (XWN, KT)

Alderaan Guard

before the planet Alderaan rid itself of weapons, the Alderaan Guard was one of the main, armed police forces. (BW)

Alderaan Royal Engineers

manufacturers of ion drive systems used during the Clone Wars, they were also prominent starship manufacturer during most of the Old Republic. ARE was most famous for their luxury yachts, space stations, and exotic vessels. They were gradually muscled out of the spotlight by aggressive firms like Kuat Drive Yards, and laid low during the New Order. ARE was also part of the secret rearmament program that was initiated on Alderaan, but never got the change after the first Death Star destroyed the planet Alderaan. (WEG, EGV)

Alderaan Select Academy for Young Ladies

an exclusive Alderaanian school attended by Leia Organa. (WEG)

Alderaan University

this famous institute was heralded as one of the most forward-thinking schools in the galaxy, and produced some of the best minds in many disciplines. Founded in Aldera by the great thinker Collus, it was designed to isolate its students from the outside world. Collus believed that this would lead to uniterrupted stretches of time that would allow student to contemplate their studies. Over the years, many other schools were built around Collus' nucleus. These "pods" were developed, not just by Alderaanian, but by any race wanting to further their knowledge through contemplation. The Ithorians had a botanical pod, for instance. During the early years of the New Order, the University became a center of anti-Imperial dissent. Many of the Alliance's brightest minds were schooled and recruited at the University, including the poet Hari Seldona. (ISU)

Alderaanian Ale

this fermented, alcoholic beverage was brewed from the fragrant grains once native to Alderaan. (RD)

Alderaanian Flame-rose

this plant is extinct in the galaxy, following the destruction of Alderaan, except for a group maintained by the Gree at the Lonatran Gardens. (SWJ8)

Alderaanian Medical Association

this was the controlling body of the multitude of doctors and physicians of the planet Alderaan. (CCG5)

AlderaanMotors

this ancient starship drive system manufacturer also produced high-performance power generators. (EGV)

Alderath

a planet. (GMS)

Alderath Horticultural Society

this group of botanists and horticulturalists was based on the planet Alderath. During the Galactic Civil War, they sought out and obtained a specimen of the Millennium blossom. However, the plant was stolen by a crimelord while en route to Alderath. (GMS)

Aldereen

  1. a planet loyal to the New Republic. (CPL)
  2. an insectile race. (CPL)

Aleema

Satal Keto's cousin, and partner in the overthrowing of the Tetan monarchy just prior to the Sith War. She and Satal Keto learned much from their tutors, but became curious about the Sith magic during a trip to Coruscant. They stole a book of Sith lore from a museum on the planet, and returned to the Empress Teta System. From the book, they learned many ways to harness the power of the Dark Side of the Force through the Sith incantations. Aleema soon discovered that she was adept at the creation of illusions. She was instrumental in bringing down the Lord Keto and his supporters, tricking them with horrible images of Adegan Eels and terrible lizards. She later put her powers to a grander scale, creating illusions of space grazers to fool the combined Jedi-Republic forces during their battle to recover the Tetan system. She was mortally wounded, however, when Nomi Sunrider detected the use of the Dark Side and tried to stop her. She recovered from these wounds, to help her cousin continue the Krath struggle for power. She eventually became the mistress of Ulic Qel-Droma, seducing him as he was seduced by the Dark Side of the Force. Ulic's desire for power and glory overshadowed Aleema's attentions, and she was scorned by him when he launched his attack on Coruscant. She then turned the ancient Mandalore warriors to the Krath, but they too left her to fight along side Ulic. Near the end of the Great Sith War, Aleema and Crado tried to destroy the combined Old Republic and Jedi fleets in the Cron Cluster. Her knowledge of the Sith lore was augmented by the use of certain Sith weapons, one of which was the ancient starship used by Naga Sadow when he eluded the Old Republic in the Denarii System. She attempted to use Sadow's crystals to rip the core from a star and hurl it at the fleet. Although she succeeded in destroying most of the starships, she failed to control the power she wielded. The liberated solar core ignited the cores of the surrounding suns, and created an intense, multi-star supernova. The supernova engulfed three Auril Systems and the planet Ossus. It also killed Aleema and Crado, along with Dace Diath, Shoaneb Culu, and Qrrrl Toq. (DLS, TSW)

Aleph-lamed-zayin-shin

the last code key that was given to Admiral Ackbar by Leia Organa-Solo, it was used to gain entrance to the Presidential residence on Coruscant. (BTS)

Algae Sack

airborne communities of microorganisms that inhabit Bespin's atmosphere. (JS)

Algae Sugar

this sweetener is created from the dried extracts of certain forms of algae. It is often dissovled in water and fermented, then consumed as a alcoholic beverage. (POT)

Algar

  1. this yellow star is at the center of the Lagarna System. (PG2)
  2. a planet. (POT)
  3. this is the native language of the populace of the planet Algar. (POT)

Algar Mining

headquartered in Algarine, this corporation controls all the mining in the Algaran System. It has been plagued by sabotage from Imperial elements in the Algaran System. (PG2)

Algar Pleasure Dome

Wing Tip Theel was one of the few slicers who found a way to penetrate the central computer core of this facility, on the planet Algar. (POT)

Algara II

the primary planet in the Algaran System, Algara is a world aligned with the New Republic but run with the style of an Imperial world. The government requires permits, applications, and depositions for nearly everything, and every piece of paperwork carries a fee. The populace, made up of the native Xan and a number of humans, fights against the government, which supports the New Republic, wanting to institute the basic tenets of the New Order without the bureaucracy. The normal day on Algara II lasts 24 standard hours; the year lasts 360 local days. Algara II has four moons. (PG2)

Algara V

the fifth planet in the Algaran System, Algara V is a gas giant. It has 14 natural satellites. (PG2)

Algara VI

the sixth planet in the Algaran System, Algara VI is a frozen wasteland covered with frozen water and methane. It has no natural satellites. (PG2)

Algarian

a planet raided by the Empire, in an effort to rout all Alliance support on the planet. (COJ)

Algarine

  1. a wine best served at 50 degrees, in a 40-degree glass (COJ)
  2. the capital city of the planet Algara II. The planet's monorail hub is located here. (PG2)

Algark Stalk

this carnivorous fungus is native to the planet Gamorr, and resembles a 3-meter-tall umbrella. They grow in colonies in the forests, and when they mature, the cap of the stalk releases thousands of spores into the wind. The spores can also be released when an animal bumps into the stalk, and the animal can accidentally breathe in the spores. If this happens, the creature becomes an unwitting host for a new colony of stalks. (SWJ10)

Algeran Faction

this anti-Imperial group violently opposed the assention of Palpatine to the position of Emperor. Based on the planet Esseles, the Algeran Faction caused widespread damage and loss of life during Palpatine’s early years as Emperor. (SWJ9)

Algic Current

a wide-ranging ocean current on Chad III, the Algic Current flows from the planet's equator almost to its Arctic Circle. The tsaekle would migrate with the current each year. (COJ)

Algor

this planet is famous for two exports: pirates and lawyers. (SWJ9)

Ali Tarrak

this pirate was able to steal several TIE Defenders from the Empire in the Yrrna System. (TIE)

Alien Combine

this underworld organization gave the impoverished aliens of the planet Coruscant a rebellious voice. Led by Dmaynel Kiph, the Combine provided a voice for aliens by acting as a sort of union for the creatures working in the Invisible Sector. They helped the Rogue Squadron pilots when they infiltrated Coruscant, highlighting the fact that may Gamorreans and Quarren were being

rounded up for no good reason, and never returning. (WG)

Alien Protection Zone

an area of Coruscant's Imperial City set aside for the habitation of non-human labor during the New Order. It was set up to appease many Old Republic Senators who felt that the New Order unfairly treated aliens. (WG)

Alien Quarter

a sector of the Bonadan Southeast Spaceport II which is inhabited almost exclusively by non-humans. (HSR)

Aliha sel valle volgoth

this Old Corellian question translates to 'what do you want?' (SWAJ)

Alim, Jukas

a minstrel popular in the galaxy around the time of Han and Leia's marriage. (CPL)

Alima

a native of Coruscant, Alima grew up in the Empire. He was a quick study, and progressed rapidly in the Imperial Navy. He was in command of the Star Destroyer Conquest when it leveled much of Ithor's Cathor Hills before the Ithorians surrendered. However, when Alima was given the opportunity to become the Captain of Darth Vader's flagship, Alima chose a demotion instead, realizing that Vader's quick temper often made quick work of flagship Captains. His effectiveness to the Empire was not diminished, though, and Alima was placed in charge of locating C-3PO and R2-D2 after the droids escaped from the Tantive IV. He discovered Momaw Nadon in Mos Eisley, and quickly recognized his old Ithorian nemesis. He demanded that Nadon find the droids or the Empire would wipe out his gardens. Nadon could not bring himself to betray the Alliance, and when the Millennium Falcon blasted out of Mos Eisley, Nadon told the Imperial Prefect that Alima had disregarded Nadon's information pointing to the Falcon. This was as bold a lie as Nadon had ever told, but it accomplished its purpose: the Prefect executed Alima on the spot. Nadon, adhering to the Law of Life, stole genetic samples of Alima's DNA, and cloned it when he returned to Ithor. Alima's twin sons served Nadon, as punishment for their father's actions. (TME)

Alinda Solaris

this New Republic Naval Commander was the Sector Intelligence Officer for the Kalinda System. He called the Republic’s primary Naval officers together to implement Project Second Chance. (TSK)

Alion

this was one of the most heavily-guarded planets of the New Republic. It is also known for its potent neurotoxins. (SOP, IJ)

Alis Point

this planet was the site of an Alliance base that had to be abandoned. (MTS)

Alk'lellish III

this planet, located in the Sumitra Sector, is the homeworld of the ketrann. (TB, REB)

Alkur

this desolate world is the first planet in the Lazerian System. It is an extremely hot, searing world with no natural life. (TSK)

Alkhara

a notorious bandit who roamed the Tatooine wastes, Alkhara used the B'omarr palace as his base for thirty-four years, sharing the palace with the remaining B'omarr monks while he ravaged unwary moisture farmers. He allied his band of thieves with the Sand People long enough to use their strength and ferocity to wipe out a police garrison. He then killed all of the Sand People that had helped him. It was this cruel act that created the feud between Sand People and humans, a feud which continued for centuries after Alkhara's death. When the Sand People sought to exact revenge on him, he fled to the B'omarr palace. (DS, ISU)

Alkherrodyne Propulsions

this corporation believed in producing products that failed in the field after a short period of time. This "programmed obsolescence" meant that customers would have to buy another of their products in a short time, ensuring future profits. This policy got them into trouble when they released the Azaria 66 unit for sale. The Azaria 66 began exploding under normal operating conditions, and Alkherrodyne was hit with a number of lawsuits. Alkherrodyne, looking for a scapegoat to avoid penalties and fines, fingered Klaus Vandangante as the engineer whose shoddy work led to the failure of the Azaria 66. They took Vandangante to court, and professionally and financially bankrupted him. This was a short-lived victory, though, for public concern with Alkherrodyne products led to poor sales and the eventual dissolution of Alkherrodyne altogether. (CSA)

All I Can Ever Do

Tinian I'att sang this song as a member of Sprig Cheever's band, during her escape from Druckenwell. (TFE)

All-Human Free-For-All

this gladiator-like event is held regularly in the Victory Forum of the city known as Dying Slowly. In the event, four humans (the combatants are human, to make the fighting "even") are placed in the arena and ordered to fight to the death. The last combatant standing is declared the winner. The combatants are pulled from the criminal ranks, and the winner is usually given some form of freedom. In general, the three largest combatants gang up on the weakest individual, killing him before going berserk against each other. Han Solo once survived the Free-For-All, after being caught cheating at cards. This occurred when Han was a young man. The Paradise Snare dates this event when Han was seventeen, alhtough Tales of the Bounty Hunters places it some fifteen years before the Battle of Hoth. (TBH, TPS)

Allacrete

this bulding material was strong yet lightweight, being composed of synthetic concrete and aluminum. (TA)

Alland Yards

this starship repair facility was located some distance from the Koornacht Cluster, and was aligned with the New Republic. (SOL)

Allashane, Jess

one of the Alliance's younger veterans, Jess was a member of Echo Base's cold-weather troopers. Like others who supported the Hoth base, he was trained to counter Imperial cold-environment tactics. (CCG3)

Allegiance

this Super-class Star Destroyer served as the Imperial command ship during the first battle of Calamari. It emerged from relative obscurity to support the reborn Emperor Palpatine's bid for galactic power, but was destroyed when the Emancipator caught it with its shields down during the Battle of Calamari. (DE1, DESB)

Allegiant

one of Bel Iblis' Katana-fleet Dreadnaughts. (DFR)

Alleth

a species of carnivorous plant native to the planet Ithor. Small specimens are mostly harmless, but larger plants will kill and eat small rodents. The alleth plant has broad laeves which are green at the edges and bright orange and yellow in the middle. When prey gets close enough, the alleth lashes out with its leaves, hoping to stun its prey. (TME, GOF9)

Alliance Civil Government

one of the primary organizations which formed the Alliance to Restore the Republic, the Civil Government was headed by Mon Mothma and saw to the normal functions of a recognized government: general welfare, protection, foreign relations, and finance. (RASB)

Alliance to Restore the Republic

the group of planets which opposed Palpatine's New Order. The name was often shortened to simply the Alliance, and was called The Rebellion by the Imperials. It grew out of pockets of resistance to the New Order, and was promoted early on by Mon Mothma and Bail Organa. Following Imperial attacks on Mantooine and Ghorman, the Alliance grew at a furious pace, linking disenfranchised humans with oppressed alien races.

While it promoted peaceful union of all races and planets, the Alliance realized that military might would be key to the Galactic Civil War. With Mon Mothma as the Alliance's Commander in Chief, it was politically and strategically sound. Following his rescue from Moff Tarkin, Ackbar was named the Alliance's Fleet Commander. Crix Madine used his military training to become the Alliance's Special Forces Commander, while Jan Dodonna became the Starfighter Commander. In addition to these positions, the Alliance recognized the need for a Sector Commander, Fleet Intelligence Officers, Ordnance and Supply teams, and Support Services.

The leaders of the Alliance recognized that, if the war came down to sheer numbers, the Empire would win eventually. The Alliance was very cash-poor, and relied on its member races and creeds to help fund its operations. Thus, the Alliance relied on cunning and stealth at first, winning small victories while planting seeds of doubt in the Imperial mind. Following the destruction of the first Death Star, the Alliance became more than a rag-tag coalition; it became a legitimate threat to the Empire. Palpatine saw this, and sent the majority of his war machine in search of the Alliance. By moving quickly and quietly, the Alliance evaded Imperial pursuit, but took severe losses in doing so. When the Emperor allowed the plans to the second Death Star to be leaked, the Alliance jumped at the chance to overthrow the Empire. The combined might of the Alliance's members, coupled with Palpatine's greed and conceit, overcame the Imperial yolk, and the heart of the Empire was killed during the Battle of Endor. Following the clean-up operations from the Battle of Endor, the leaders of the Alliance re-established the Republic. Dubbed the New Republic, it embodied the ideals of the Old Republic while meshing in the renewed spirit of racial diversity. (SWN, ESB, ROTJ, XW)

Alliance Credit

the official monetary unit used by the Alliance, it was exchanged on par with Imperial credits on most Alliance worlds. Other worlds would exchange 25 Alliance credits for a single Imperial credit. (RASB)

Alliance High Command

(1) the group which monitors the day-to-day activities of the New Republic. (JS)

(2) along with the Alliance Civil Government, the High Command was the heart and soul of the Alliance. Led by Mon Mothma, this body consisted of all the Commanders and war ministers of the Alliance. (RASB)

Alliance Media Monitoring Project

this Alliance operation was developed to monitor Imperial holotransmissions and other forms of communication and glean any important or useful information from them. Among the information obtained during this operation was the location of several newly-discovered planets. (TA)

Alliance Veterans Victory Association

this brotherhood of retired Alliance veterans was more than a retirees’ club, but something less of an armed forces reserve. The AVVA publishes the newspacket Fleet Watch. During the Black Fleet Crisis, the AVVA was led by Bren Derlin. (TT)

Alliance War Bond

this bond was issued by the Alliance, and was guaranteed to mature between five and twenty-five years after the end of the Galactic Civil War. While it was a risky investment at best, the bonds allowed the Alliance to obtain badly needed credits. (RASB)

Alliance War Museum

this Imperial City monument held the various military artifacts retrieved by Operation Flotsam and the Historical Battle Site Preservation Act. The HBSPA funded the museum, which was open to the public. (BTS)

Allic

this Lord served as the owner of a wondrous casino found on the planet Qiaxx. He was an unusual being, with a huge, bulbous body supported by four short legs. His upper torso was tiny on comparison, and was attached to the front of his body. Two small arms allowed him to manipulate objects. Allic’s ovoid head was dominated by two wide, thin eyes. (MJEH)

Allied Tion

this is the middle of the three sectors that make up the Tion, and is located between the Cronese Mandate and the Tion Hegemony. The capital world of the sector is Jaminere, and includes Lianna, Lorrad, and Cadinth. (ML)

Alluvial dampers

the part of a ship's hyperdrive system responsible for regulating the emission of thrust-generating ion particles. (ESB)

Allya

a rogue Jedi, exiled by the Jedi Knights during the Old Republic and sent to Dathomir. She first trained the rancors as mounts, and was responsible for showing the first Dathomirian women how to use the Force. (CPL)

Allyuen

Darth Vader, in an effort to discover the Alliance's primary base, sent probe droids to Allyuen. He also sent droids to Hoth and Tokmia. (ESBR)

Almakar System

a planetary system. (RPG)

Almania

this temperate world is the primary planet in the Almanian System. The planet supported two sentient races, the Je'Har and humankind. The Je'Har were a powerful people, and subjugated many human tribes. Among the humans that suffered under the Je'Har were the family of Dolph, who later adopted the name Kuellar and destroyed the Je'Har in revenge. Almania has three moons, onw of which is called Pydyr, and was a rival of its parent world. Almania had a meager economy under the yolk of the Je'Har, while Pydyr prospered. (TNR)

Almar

this minor world is the primary planet in the Almaran System. Located in the Elrood Sector, much of the planet was dedicated to the tourist trade. When the Empire invaded the sector, the Alliance was able to erase the data files in the central computer of Almar Upside, the planet's primary city. Dummy corporations were set up, and the planet remained outside of Imperial control. The Alliance then set up a number of listening posts on the planet, in an effort to obtain information on the Imperial forces nearby. Almar is a pleasant world, covered with tropical beaches, jungles, and wide plains. (PG)

Almar Upside

this space station, orbiting the planet Almar, houses the planet's central computer system. Considered to be the planet's capital city, Almar Upside was the only major city on or near the planet. (PG)

Almowri

one of the seven clans of Ammuud. (CSA)

Alole

one of Leia Organa-Solo's diplomatic aides, during her tenure as the Chief of State of the New Republic. (BTS, SOL)

Alorthas

this planet, second in the Derilyn System, is a hot, rocky wasteland. (PG)

Alou Asteroid Belt

this asteroid belt separates the first and second planets in the Baralou System. (PG)

Alpha Blue

the codename of the hidden New Republic military operation led by Hiram Drayson. Alpha Blue officially doesn't exist; it was created by Mon Mothma to work around the mechanisms of government and diplomacy when necessary. Alpha Blue served as another set of eyes and ears for the head of the New Republic, providing necessary information from discreet sources. (BTS)

Alpha Kentrum

Michael Tandre's starship, which he was forced to crash-land on Orellon II. The ruins of the ship eventually became the basis for the Temple of the Je'ulajists. (SWAJ)

Alpha Team

a generic term used to describe the first survey group to determine a newly-found planet's resources and habitability. (HSE)

Alpha-class Gunboat

this is the class of warship that included the XG-1 Star Wing. (XW)

Alpha-plus Charge

this is a compact device filled with highly-explosive material, and is used most often in mining operations. alpha-plus charges are incredibly powerful, and are used only when other, more conventional methods of excavating rock prove futile. (JAL)

Alpha-1733 Mu-9033

these were the standardized coordinates of Obi-Wan Kenobi's hut, located in the first quadrant of Tatooine. (SWR)

Alpheridies

the planet that is home to the Alpheridian and Miraluka races. (FNU, DLS)

Alpheridian

an alien race native to the planet Alpherides, these humanoids have a complex social structure built around a single queen. This 1,000-yer-old queen is the sole female on the planet, and she mates with all the males when they reach the age of 150. She lives in a palace in the great Alpherides Ocean. (FNU)

Alsakan

this planet was founded before the advent of the Old Republic. It was settled by the colonists who brought the Kuat Explorer to the Core. Over the years, the inhabitants have made war on each other with regularity and passion, in a series of battles known as the Alsakan Conflicts. The wondrous warships used in the battles were the design basis for the Invincible-class dreadnaughts. When Palpatine rose to power and formed the Empire, Alsakan supported the New Order. It surrendered quickly to the New Republic, however, when Ackbar came to recover the planet. (DESB, CSA)

Alsakan Conflicts

a series of battles among the ancient inhabitants of the planet Alsakan. (CSA)

Altar Moon

this Alliance modular conveyor group supported the Organarms factory, and was destroyed in an Imperial attack. (TIE)

Altar of Death

this chamber within the Charon starship Desolate was the primary temple of Charon worship. It represented the black hole which was consuming the Charon homeworld. In the center of the chamber was a huge, black stone monolith which seemed to consume the Force and any life energies near it. Any lifeform which is near the monolith is suddenly drained of its life force, in accordance with the Charon belief that all life must return to the Void. (OS)

Altar of Promises

this religious site is found just outside Colony One, on Ylesia. Located at the foot of the Mountains of the Exalted, the Altar is the site of the daily devotions performed by the t’landa Til for the pilgrims which flock to the planet. This religious ceremony is ruse perpetrated by the t’landa Til, who simply use resonant pouches in their necks to create vibrations which affect the sensory areas of the brains of other sentients. (TPS)

Altarrn

a planet that is home to the night-gliders. (HSE)

Alter

the third of the Force skills which Jedi can master, Alter is also the most difficult. It involves the Jedi's ability to modify the Force and redistribute its energy. (SWSB, IJ)

Altier

the primary planet in the Altier System. (SWAJ)

Altin Wuho

this assassin worked for Dirk Balor during the Galactic Civil War. Wuho worked with a captive nigthmare demon known as Reist, which he controlled with a lead-linde helmet and a forcefield bubble. Wuho was sent to capture Luke Skywalker in the Lapez System, and cornered Luke on Lapez 3. Wuho sent Reist in first, with a homing device to locate his position later. Wuho followed in a shuttle, and discovered that Reist had been badly injured by Luke in a fight. Wuho then engaged Luke himself, and was injured. This injury revealed to Luke that Wuho was an android. Luke took parts from the droid body to repair his own damaged ship, leaving the cybernetic corpse of Wuho behind on Lapez 3. (CSWDW)

Altoona

this is the capital city of the planet Bethal. (SWAJ)

Altor 14

this world is the primary planet in the Roti-Ow System, and homeworld of the Avogwi (Altorian Birds) and the NuiWit (Altorian Lizards). Discovered by Rego Mineral Company, it is a hot, dry planet whose lifeforms have adapted unique methods of obtaining and collecting water. Its day lasts about 94 standard hours, which contributes to the arid nature of its surface. During the 47-hour "day," any water that collected on the surface would evaporate away. (GG4, COJ)

Altorian Birds

see Avogwi (GG4)

Altorian Lizards

see Nuiwit (GG4)

Altrax

this frozen planet is the eighth planet in the Atrig System. It has a single moon. (PG2)

Altronel, Ketrian

this woman, a native of the planet Hargeeva, grew up in a blue-collar family of cloth merchants. Her parents recognized her ability to learn and study, and worked hard to ensure that she had a thorough education. Ketrian chose to study the field of geology, and was awarded a scholarship to a university attached to the Imperial Academy. She excelled there, and was best known for her revolutionary ideas in the field of metal sciences. She was also a collector of swords and knives, as she was fascinated with the ways in which metal could be shaped to form the blades. She took up fencing, and through the sport she met Stevan Makintay. The two eventually fell in love, and Ketrian "branded" him with a scar on the cheek when he tried to break up a duel between herself and another woman who made advances toward him. Mak proposed marriage to her, which led to Makintay’s disinheritance. After his father had him sent away to prison, he told Ketrian that Mak had left her for a life as a starfighter pilot. She felt betrayed by Mak, and fell deeply into her work at the Arginall Refinery. Her work with the minerals of the planet led to the discovery of how to increase the heat-absorption properties of ostrine ten-fold, which caught the attention of Nial Pedrin. She later saw Mak in a holovid depicting the results of his failed rebel uprising in Arginall City, but didn’t get a chance to confront him until sometime later. Then, Mak brought along several members of his Alliance team, in hopes of convincing her to join him and the Alliance. She refused, and was captured with him as part of an Imperial raid and shipped off to a penal colony. When she learned that Pedrin had killed her good friend, Alikka Nolan, during an intense interrogation session, Ketrian began to doubt her loyalties to the Empire. Following their "rescue" from the Imperials by the Ghawem pirates, Ket rejoined Mak and became part of the Alliance, working out of Eyrie Base. (SWJ8)

Aluma

this Imperial shuttle transported important personnel to the Silver Bull during the evacuation of the SpecWar facilities. (TIE)

Alumabronze

an alloy used in making door casings and other interior structures. (LCM)

Alusteel

an alloy used in making starship hulls. (SCRE)

Alvak, T.

an Imperial Pilot, Alvak graduated with honors from the Imperial Naval Academy on Prefsbelt IV before becoming a well-decorated officer. He is a TIE Fighter pilot, serving in the Solaset Fleet during the Galactic Civil War. (SWSB)

Alvien

a stormtrooper squadron assigned to set up roadblocks in Mos Eisley to keep R2-D2 and C-3PO from escaping Tatooine. (TME)

Alvor

this planet, the fourth in the Kidron System, is a large gas giant. (PG)

Alyak

this Fyodoi female was Kalor's wife. (PG2)

Alzoc pearls

gemstones often used a knifehandles. (TB)

Alzoc III

an Imperial world during the Galactic Civil War, Alzoc III is the homeworld of the Talz. It is known for its beautiful pearls, even though the planet is mostly covered by cold, frozen plains and hard-packed snow. It has no known moons. It was removed from the Galactic Registry by the Empire in order to protect a perfect source of slaves, and was replaced early in the reign of Leia Organa Solo as Chief of State of the New Republic. (TB, GG4, COJ)

Amamanam

this New Republic Senator was a Bdas, and was a member of the Council on Security and Intelligence. He agreed with Krall Praget, regarding the loss of the Teljkon vagabond - and Lando Calrissian, Lobot, R2-D2, and C-3PO - as a failure. (SOL)

Amanaman

  1. a nickname given to the Amanin race, who are often called the Headhunters. (ROTJ)
  2. the nickname given to the Amanin warrior who was living in Jabba the Hutt’s palace shortly before the Battle of Endor. His actual name was unknown. (CCG7)

Amanda Fallow

one of Kaarde's ships. (TLC)

Amanda's Toy II

this starship was owned by Unlimited Horizons, Incorporated, and was known in the New Republic's Registry as RN18-950319. (SOL)

Amani

the term used to describe a single member of the Amanin race. (GG12)

Amanin

an alien race native to the planet Maridun, the Amanin are a race of tall, flat-bodied creatures. Their long, thin trunks are punctuated by thin, gangly limbs which have allowed them to become expert hunters in the jungle fringes they inhabit. Their unusal body shape makes normal walking ungainly, but their ability to climb trees and roll along the ground makes them swift in their natural environment. Vital organs within the Amani body are small, and are distributed throughout their bodies, making them difficult to kill. Important organs are also duplicated, and their brains are really a network of distributed bundles of nerves. They are a tribal people with a primitive level of technology. Most Amanin are skeptical and even fearful of high-technology items. (GG12)

Amanoa

Queen of Onderon, and wife to King Ommin. She has some ability to control the Force, and Freedon Nadd's presence allowed her access to the Dark Side. She became known as the "Dark Queen." She held the Onderanians away from the planet's other wild tribes until her daughter, Galia, fell in love with the Beastmaster prince. She was so enraged that she called on Nadd and the Dark Side of the Force and tried to defeat the Beastmasters herself, but Master Arca returned her to the Light Side. The removal of the Dark Side energy killed her, and she was buried with Ommin and Freedon Nadd on the Dxun moon. (TOJ, DLS)

Amarin

this planet, located in the Allied Tion sector, is known for its dense forests. (ML)

Amazing Alonzo

this circus star was part of Kersh Lauskner’s Traveling Animal/Acrobatic Arcadium. Alonzo owned and controlled a wild trompa, which he kept at bay with an electric prod. During a performance at the Gralleenya Gala, Alonzo’s trompa got loose and attacked a young child. The child was rescued by Rogan, who was injured by the beast. A group of Alliance agents - on Questal to rescue Tiree - subdued the trompa before it could do any more damage. It was later discovered that the beast wsa reacting to the low-level emanations of Moff Bandor’s hurlothrumbic generator. (GCQ)

Ambaril

this is the capital city of Chandaar. (ML)

Ambassadorial Dining Area

this part of the Imperial Palace on Coruscant was decorated in gold-leaf, and was highlighted by artifacts collected by the Emperor Palpatine. The New Republic maintained the furnishings in the hall, and used it as a Senatorial meeting place after Dolph bombed the Senate Assembly Chamber. (TNR)

Amber

member of Mazzic's crew, pilot of the Skyclaw. (TLC)

Amber Sun Mining Corporate

a gas mining operation that works in the Bextar System. It imported Entymals as slaves to work as miners. (SWAJ)

Ambitious

this supply ship crashed into the B'knos mining colony, completely destroying it. (TBSB)

Ambria

the world which Jedi Master Thon tamed, it is a ringed world in the Stenness System. It is barren and sparse, and was once full of Dark Side energy. At one point in TOJ, Oss Willum says that Thon rid the planet Arkania of the Dark Side, instead of Ambria. When Master Thon arrived there, he pushed back the Dark Side into its source, Lake Natth. He lived there from that point until his death. The planet became a research location several millennia later, when BioTech Industries set up a campus there. (TOJ, DA, HXW)

Amee

this young girl was born to parents on the desert world of Tatooine. Growing up, she was a friend of young Anakin Skywalker. Like their friend Seek, Amee believed that Anakin’s homemade podracer would never fly. Amee was portrayed by Jenna Green in Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace. (SW1)

Amethyst Shipping & Storage

a warehouse in Ilic (on New Cov) that Tav Breil'lya uses to try and avoid notice when he is followed by Han and Lando. The warehouse is a front for Garm Bel Iblis' operation on the planet. (DFR)

Amfar

this is a recreational planet. (SOL)

Amgis

a group of Alliance heavy lifters destroyed during the Galactic Civil War. (TIE)

Amici's

this club is known throughout the Outer Rim for its fine selection of spirits, as well as its entertainment. (GG9)

Amidala

this native of the planet Naboo was just fourteen standard years of age when she was voted into office as the Queen of Naboo. However, she was already a seasoned veteran of the planet’s political scene, having served for two years as the ruler of the capital city of Theed. She favored heavy theatrical facepaint and an incredibly ornate wardrobe, but this was mainly for practical purposes. The facepaint and clothing helped mask her true appearance, which closely resembled that of her handmaiden, Sabe. In times of crisis or danger, Sabe often took the place of the Queen, while Amidala pretended to be a simple servant known as Padme Naberrie. Shortly after being elected Queen, she was thrust into the galactic forefront during the rise to power of Senator Palpatine and the crisis with the Trade Federation. She showed why she had been elected during the conflict, standing tall against the Neimoidians and traveling to Coruscant to petition her case to the Galactic Senate. However, political maneuvering was outside her scope, and she often deferred to Palpatine’s judgement. This led her to fall into Palpatine’s plan to discredit Chancellor Valorum, as she felt that the only way to save Naboo was to force Valorum out of office and replace him with a stronger figure. However, her experiences on Tatooine with Shmi and Anakin Skywalker had reduced her faith in the Old Republic anyway, and Valorum’s lack of backbone in condemning the Neimoidian invasion only served to support her agreement with Palpatine’s plan to remove Valorum from office. During her stay on Coruscant, Amidala realized that Jar Jar Binks - and the Gungans in general - were greatly misunderstood by the Naboo. With Binks’ help, she devised a plan to remove the yoke of Neimoidian control. Once her plea had been heard, Amidala returned to Naboo and forged an alliance with the Gungan leader Boss Nass, and together they were able to repel the droid armies of the Trade Federation and free Naboo from its blockade in the climactic Battle of Naboo. Amidala was portrayed by Natalie Portman in Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace. (SW1, TPM, JQA)

Amma

this is the capital city of the planet Bacrana. (SWJ8)

Ammar

this Imperial Moff, in charge of Portmoak Sector, was a contemporary of Abran Balfour. (GG9)

Ammuud

this planet was originally colonized by settlers from Thokos. There were seven colony ships that arrived, and the descendants from each ship formed the basis for Ammuud's seven major clans. A series of savage clan wars broke out, and lasted for nearly 10,000 years. About 100 years before the Galactic Civil War, the clans called a cease-fire, and developed a governmental system based on the Ammuud Code. Years later, the planet was under Corporate Sector Authority jurisdiction, but subcontracted to the clans. Each clan leader, or Mor, then ruled as part of the planet's government. This coalition is very shaky, as the clans tend to play against each other in a perpetual power struggle. There is a unique Code that is used among the clans to ensure some level of fairness. The planet itself is thickly forested, with large oceans and two immense polar ice caps. (HSR, CSA)

Ammuud Code

a set of rules and tenets which are used by the major clans on Ammuud to set guidelines for their interaction. The Code keeps the clans working as a coalition while it prevents them from killing each other. No one is above the Code. (HSR)

Amorris

a planet which Lando Calrissian suggests to Niles Ferrier as a possible source of stolen warships. (DFR)

Amphibion

an amphibious assault vehicle used by the New Republic on Calamari, the Amphibion was designed and built by SedriMotors. Based on the Incom XM-21, the Amphibion is a quiet surface floater. Its low profile and quiet repulsorlifts allow troops to quickly and safely enter an aquatic battlezone. The Amphibion is lightly armored, and not equipped for heavy combat duty. This made them easy to produce in large quantities. If the Amphibion was required in combat situations, it was usually supported by other craft. The Amphibion measures 7.3 meters in length, and is armed with a single antipersonnal gun mounted in the rear. Hand-held weapons are stored in lockers inside ship. The Amphibion can be mounted with an Atgar 1.4FD P-tower. (DE1, DESB, EGV)

Ampliquen

a planet in the Chorios Systems. It was against Ampliquen that Seti Ashgad instigated a series of pirate attacks, in order to draw New Republic forces away from Durren and Nam Chorios during Dzym’s bid to gain control of the galaxy. This attack nullified theuneasy truce that existed between Ampliquen and Budpock, although this was part of Dzym’s plans. (POT)

Ampohr

a species of tree whose wood is used in furniture. (COJ)

Ampuroon

a mining district found on the planet Waskiro. (JTH)

Amrap

this desert-covered planet is the third planet in the Atrig System. It has two moons. (PG2)

An-Elto

one of the two main continents of the planet Gacerian. (PG2)

Anachro

this Hutt was the daughter of Orko, a H'uun who was an enemy of Gorga the Hutt. Gorga wanted to marry Anachro, and placed a bounty on Bar-Kooda, who was pirating Orko's ships. He hired Boba Fett to bring the pirate back in one piece, so that Bar-Kooda could be served to Orko during an engagement dinner. This pleased Orko immensely, and he gladly gave Anachro’s hand in marriage to Gorga. They were married on Tatooine, and honeymooned on the planet Skeebo. There, Anachro was kidnapped by the Skavers and Kaptain Voor, who hoped to gain a huge ransom for her. Gorga once again called on Boba Fett, who encountered Ry-Kooda as well as Voor, and managed to eliminate both of them. Anachro was returned to Gorga’s side, and was soon found to be pregnant. She hoped that this would bring her father and her husband together, but events unfolded around her that left her father dead and herself under attack by Ry-Kooda. Boba Fett intervened before the Koodan could reach her, saving her from certain death. She gave birth shortly thereafter. (BF)

Anagallis

this decorative plant is used in flower gardens, where it provides bursts of color and intense aromas. (TT)

Anai

this dumbbell-shaped land mass is the larger of the two continents found on the planet Lianna. (ML)

Analysis Bureau

the division of the Imperial Intelligence which is responsible for gathering data from other divisions and searching for patterns or other relevant information. It employs some of the best decryption and encryption experts in the galaxy. (ISB)

Anapolla Musical Splash

this attraction of Lamuir IV's Priole Danna festival highlights a wide range of musical styles from some of the galaxy's newest artists. (SWAJ)

Anarc

this Kitonak was the leader jizzz wailer for the band Hutt. He hired a group of freelance scouts to return him to his homeworld for the Great Celebration during the Galactic Civil War. Rather than fighting in most of the cantina brawls he participated in, Anarc would sit the combatants down and discuss with them the virtues of patience and understanding. (GMS)

Anarid Cluster

this area of the galaxy contains the planet Kelada. (SWAJ)

Anarrad

this strange pit is located in the Shadow Forest of Kashyyyk, near Rwookrrorro. Wookiee legend says something fell out of the sky and crahed into the forest, creating a deep pit-like scar through the trees and deep into the ground. The planet, according to the legends, did not heal the wound to the forest, deciding instead that the pit would be the home of the katarn. Located at the very bottom of Anarrad is the Well of the Dead. (TT)

Ancher, Karl

this smuggler often worked with Drake Paulsen. They were imprisoned together on Omman, but escaped with the help of Tait Ransom. Karl retired to the planet Socorro, where he established the Black Dust Tavern. (SWAJ)

Ancher, Toob

this smuggler spent most of his time in the Ottega System. He was permanently disfigured when a bounty hunter's thermal detonator exploded in his face. After contracting the Black Winter disease, he was taken to Redcap by Drake Paulsen to live out his years. (SWAJ)

Anchorhead

a major city, by Tatooine standards, and a major source of supplies for the settlers and moisture farmers on the planet. Luke and his friends often gathered there, at Tosche Station. The average population of Anchorhead was about 700 beings. It is located several hundred kilometers southwest of Mos Eisley. (SW, GG7)

Anchoron

a planet located in the Corellian system, and the supposed site of Bel Iblis' death. (DFR)

Ancient and Honorable Union of the Tion Hegemony

this is the full name of the Tion Hegemony. (ML)

Ancient Republic

a song written and played by the band Deeply Religious. It was first released as part of the compilation Emperor of Air and Darkness, and has been banned by the Imperial Board of Culture. (GG9)

Ancient Tokens of Legendary Ewok Heroes

eight sacred artifacts from Ewok history, they have been handed down from priest to shaman to priest over the generations. Most recently, they were in the possession of Logray. The tokens are the White Wings of Hope, the Red Wings of Courage, the Blue Wings of Strength, the Candle of Pure Light, a magic walking stick, the Sook rock, a magic crystal, and an ivory tooth. The tokens are bestowed upon the members of a great undertaking, as was the case when Deej and his sons escorted the Towani children on a mission to rescue their parents from the Gorax. The crystal was carried by Deej until it was obvious that it belonged to Kaink, the Ewok priestess, who used it to devine the intent of the mission and to influence the animals of Endor. The walking stick was given to Wicket, for it allowed the gullible little Ewok to see through the false surface of the magic pool, and aided him in rescuing Mace from the pool's depths. The ivory tooth was part of an ancient jawbone which was possessed by Chukha-Trok, who joined the mission after befriending Mace. (EA)

Andalese

this near-human race is characterized by small, pointed horns on their heads and symbiotic grafts which attach to their skin. (TT)

Andes, Murton

a member of the Empire's Intelligence corps. He was stationed for a while on Tatooine. He developed a series of contacts with Jabba the Hutt, although he was forced to break these off when he was transferred to the Al'Nasrl sector. (ISB)

Ando

primary planet of the Ando system, it is the homeworld of the Aqualish race. The Ando system contains the planet Abregado. Ando was the sight of one of Thrawn's feint attacks in preparation for his attack on Ukio; the attack was led by the Bellicose. The planet has very few solid land masses, and the Aqualish have adapted by living in sailing ships or on the small islands. There was at one time a sister planet to Ando, but the Aqualish wars left it barren and blasted soon after they discovered space travel. (DFR, TLC, GG4)

Ando Prime

this cold, frozen world was the site of a podracing course that challenged racers with a variety of icy, nearly frictionless surfaces. (RAC)

Andoan Ale

green, alcoholic beverage. (TME)

Andoorni Hui

this female Rodian was a member of X-Wing Rogue Squadron. She was killed during the assault on Borleias. (XWN)

Andooweel

this planet was a haven for thieves and swoop gangs during the Galactic Civil War. (SWAJ)

Andov Syn

Andov Syn was one of the most famous Kerestians in history. (GG12)

Andras Pell

this male met and married Akanah on the planet Carratos. He owned a great deal of property and wealth, which he left to Akanah when he died. His death occured only a year into their marriage; Andras was 36 years her senior, and apparently died of old age. (SOL)

Andray

this Imperial Moff was one of the few remaining Imperial leaders who survived the death of Grand Admiral Thrawn and the wave of battles that followed it. Ten years after Thrawn’s death, Andray met with Admiral Pellaeon and Moff Disra to discuss a negotiated peace treaty with the New Republic. At first he thought Pellaeon was joking about trying to surrender to the Republic. (SOP)

Andris

this white spice variety is found on the planet Sevarcos. It is much more abundant than the black, Carsunum variety. Andris is used as a flavor enhancer and preservative, although it has been claimed that the spice can induce euphoric feelings. It was discovered that andris which was stored in deep, intense cold had enhanced effects. (SWAJ, TPS, ROM)

Andron System

this planetary system which contains Aralia. (GG4)

Andrus, Drea

this alias was used by Bria Tharen, when she and Han Solo returned to Corellia after escaping from Ylesia. Drea was the wife of Janil Andrus. (TPS)

Andrus, Janil

one of the early aliases used by Han Solo, during his tenure with Garris Shrike. He used it later on to return to Corellia with Bria Tharen. (TPS)

Andur

a New Republic functionary, vice-chairman of the Orbital Debris Committee which was formed following the destruction of the reborn Emperor Palpatine. (JS)

Andurite

a semi-precious stone often cut into small shapes for rings. (COJ)

Anduvil

this Ogemite was one of the few females of that race to take up the occupation of trader. She inherited her father's business when he succumbed to Bledsoe's Disease. She met Luke Skywalker in the Mos Eisley cantina some years after the Battle of Yavin, and helped him track a cargo fo squills to the Jawas. Luke contracted the disease, and they wer capturde by Imperial forces. They discovered that the Empire had manufactured Bledsoe's Disease to make it easier for Imperial agents to locate Alliance bases. (CSWEA)

Anen

this alias was used by Atril Tabanne, when she and Wraith Squadron infiltrated the planet Storinal. Anen was a native of Bakura, and was one of the bodyguards protecting Wes Janson, who was using the alias Iskit Tyestin. (WS)

Angle Trap

this unique device was found to be effective at containing Force-sensitive individuals. The Five used them on Attahox to control Force Demons. (CSWDW)

Angler

this creature, native to the fourth moon of Yavin, it a spider-like crustacean that long legs attached to a small body. It drapes itself over the exposed roots of the Massassi trees, with the ends of its legs in the water of a river or stream. When a fish swims too close to the angler, it thrusts its legs out at the fish, spearing it with the pointed ends. The legs then work in unison to grab the fish and draw it into the angler's mouth. (ISU)

Angor Farn

this Bith worked for Sleeft Docking Bay Maintenance until he accidentally checked out the wrong freighter. The freighter he acquired was full of top-of-the-line droid parts stolen from Notsub Shipping by Sleeft. He tried to flee from Tatooine while neogtiating with Sleeft to ransom the parts, but he was not allowed to leave. He holed up in the Dim-U monastery until Coral Ohah was able to recover him. (GG7)

Angroosh

a timid, blue-haired creature. (CFG)

Ank Ki'Shor

this planet was the site of the Seige of Ank Ki'Shor, a Galactic Civil War battle in which the Y-Wing starfighter played a prominent role. (EGV)

Ank Kit'aar

this planet is located in the Druess Sector. (CRO)

Ankarres Sapphire

this remarkable jewel was supposed to have special healing abilities. An individual who touched an injured limb with the stone soon found the wound healed. The stone was owned by Dom Pricina, until she failed to keep a vigilant watch over it while travelling on the Kuari Princess. The droid 4-LOM initially took it from her possession in order to protect it, but then realized that it could steal the stone without being caught. The droid later fenced the stone on Darlyn Boda, beginning its foray into the criminal world. When 4-LOM returned to Darlyn Boda with the survivors of the Bright Hope, he found that the stone had never been sold, so he reclaimed it and took it to his partner, Zuckuss. The Gand was recovering from breathing oxygen, and 4-LOM reasoned the stone might help him. 4-LOM also used the stone to help Samoc Farr. (TBH)

Anky Fremp

a Sionian Skup living on Nar Shaddaa. (DE1)

Ann Gella

this blue-skinned Twi’lek female was part of Sebulba’s personal entourage. Along with her twin sister Tann, Ann always gave the dangerous Dug a massage prior to a pod race. (YJC)

Annadale Fayde

this rock balladeer is often melancholy inhre lyrics, and her career has been keenly observed. She never uses that same group of backing musicians twice. She resembles a Ho'Din. (GG9)

Annaj

destination of the Imperial fleet following the Battle of Endor. (TB)

Annihilator

Bollux's alias as a gladiator droid when Han Solo infiltrates Stars' End. (HSE)

Annissya

this woman served as a flight attendant on the Tinta Palette when it was attacked by Invid pirates. (IJ)

Annoo

an agricultural planet. (DCAR)

Annoo-dat

a species of reptilian aliens native to the planet Annoo, these humanoids have drowsy eyes, flat noses, and spots on their faces. (DCAR)

Annowiskri

this being served as a medic, working for Talon Kaarde aboard the Wild Kaarde. (VOF)

Anoat

primary planet in the Anoat system. (ESB, JS)

Anoat City

primary city on the planet Anoat. Moff Rebus hid there, in an attempt to avoid Kyle Katarn, just prior to the Battle of Yavin. (DF)

Anoat Malted

this is a rich, sweet beverage has a deep, smoky flavor. (SH)

Anoat System

where the Imperial fleet chases the Millennium Falcon after it escapes from the Hoth asteroid field, it contains the planets Anoat, Gentes, and Deyer. During the time of the New Republic, the system is relatively deserted. It is located near the Hoth System. (ESB, JS, GG2)

Anobis

this planet is located near Ord Mantell. There were two main groups of native humans: those that lived and worked in the mountain mines, and those that lived and worked in the lowland plains. The miners depended heavily on trade in order to survive, and valued their relationship with the Empire. The farmers, however, were self-sufficient, and resented the controls imposed by Imperial law. At the height of the Galactic Civil War, the farmers wanted to join the Alliance, but the miners feared the loss of their trade. An intense civil war broke out, and lasted for nearly 25 years before Han Solo met with the leaders of both groups. Han was acting as the Grand Marshall of the 93rd Blockade Runners Derby on Ord Mantell. (ROM)

Anomid

a humanoid alien race native to the Yablari System, the Anomid are born without vocal cords. This requires that the immature Anomid wear complex masks which synthesize the sounds necessary for communication with others. These masks are very large, covering all but the Anomid's eyes and forehead. They dress in long, hooded robes made from pure dendrite. Most Anomids have pale, transulcent skin and wide eyes, and their ears are large and leaf-like in shape. Anomids have six toes on each foot. Their technology is fairly sophisticated, and the Anomid have become very wealthy selling it in the galaxy. A peaceful race, they supported the Old Republic for 15,000 years before the onset of the New Order. Their own political system was divided in its support during the Galactic Civil War, but they sided with the Empire in an effort to meet their homeworlds' needs. (RM, GG12, RD)

Anorad Estuan

a renowned Dactrurian actor. (RM)

Anorelgan Slip-socker

if you don't know what one of these is, then you don't want one. (RM)

Anorik, Dek

this grizzled old smuggler was captured by Imperial forces on Gacerian. In exchange for his freedom, he agreed to lure unsuspecting, greedy salvagers to the Gacerian System, where they could be captured by the Empire and put to work as slaves in the Gacerian gem mines. (PG2)

Anoth

planet on which Han Solo and Leia Organa-Solo "hide" their children during the early years of the New Republic. It is really three fragments on an ancient planet which was destroyed eons ago, and is held together by gravity, orbiting a common center of mass. Two fragments orbit in close proximity, and are virtually uninhabitable. The third fragment is separated from the other two, and is capable of supporting life. Thus, many system cartographers consider Anoth to be the third planet in the Anoth System. The three planetary fragments orbit a small, white dwarf sun. The Anoth fragment has a day which lasts fourteen standard hours, and orbits its sun every 286 local days. Winter took care of the children there, and worked with Admiral Ackbar and Luke Skywalker to prepare defenses. The fortress was breached by Ambassador Furgan's troops, who used MT-ATs to break down the barriers and gain entrance. The base was abandoned for some years after Furgan's attack was thwarted, to see whether knowledge of the planet became widespread. When it didn't Han and Leia began to refurbish the base as a private, well-defended retreat. (JS, COTF, JASB, TNR)

Another Chance

this legendary armory ship was a massive transport ship used to carry all of Alderaan's weapons off-planet. It was programmed to continually jump through hyperspace until called home by Alderaan's council of elders. It was accompanied during this time by three Alderaanian warships, which were slave-circuited together. Many of the stories of ghost ships near the Alderaan system report seeing this ship. The Another Chance was actually recovered by Alliance sympathizers shortly before the Alliance's defeats at Derra IV and Hoth. (GA, BTS, BW)

Another Hopetown

this was the name used for the rebuilt settlement of Newest Hopetown, on the planet Ennth. (SHA)

Anrath

a deity worshipped on the planet M'haeli. (ROC)

Ansarra

this planet is located in the Outer Rim Territories. It was the site of an Alliance base during the Galactic Civil War. (GG9)

Anselm

technical member of Leia's crew sent to recover the Katana fleet, Anselm moved up the Alliance's ranks as a technical expert. A native of the planet Baffop, Anselm was in charge of prepping Luke Skywalker's X-Wing prior to the Battle of Yavin. (DFR, DFRSB)

Ansil

this holo-video character was developed on Adarlon. Ansil was a refugee who became the finest sansil player in the galaxy. (GG6)

Ansillivog

a planet. (RPG)

Ansuroer Sector

this area of the galaxy is the original home of the Houk race. (GG12)

Antar

a huge gas giant located in the Prindaar System. It has six natural satellites, four of which support life. (GG4)

Antar 4

the fourth of six moons orbiting Antar, Antar 4 has an unusual rotational axis that is nearly parallel to its orbital plane, which wreaks havoc on the moon's seasons. It also affects the moon's day/night cycles, as both sides of Antar 4 sometimes exist in daylight when the planet Antar is not eclipsed by its sun. During these eclipse phases, Antar 4 receives virtually no light, except what is reflected off other moons. Antar 4 is the homeworld of the Gotal race, who have developed sensitive horns which allow them to exist on Antar 4's ever-changing face. (GG4)

Antar 5

this is the fifth moon of the gas giant Antar, and is the site of a Gotal mining operation. (GG4)

Antared III

this planet had three major starports, located in the cities of Durollia, Pegg,and Hermos. (GMH)

Antares Six

this New Republic escort frigate, under the command of Syub Snunb, was dispatched to rescue the crew of the Liberator. (DE1)

Antarian Rangers

a para-military group based on several planets, including Toprawa, they were formed to assist and aid the Jedi Knights. They were trained to be masters of any environment, in order to help the Jedi in any way possible. During the Clone Wars, whole groups of Antarian Rangers were killed off, and many of the survivors scattered and went underground. (WS)

Antbbianplourr III

the long-standing Emperor of Eiattu, he was Gror Pernon’s brother. He became Emperor during the last years of the Old Republic, and reigned until he died during the Galactic Civil War. It was at this time that he was succeesed by his son, Uthorrferrell Cartha. Antbbianplourr’s reign was characterized by the fact that he bartered away his planet’s pride and honor in order to maintain his seat during the initial wave of Imperial conquests. (XWWP)

Ante-Endor Association

a group of fanatics who spread propaganda that states the Battle of Endor never took place, and that the Empire still holds sway in the galaxy. The roots of the AEA were based on Mrlsst, spreading from the remnants of Imperial control there. Wedge Antilles and Rogue Squadron were caught up in the AEA's propaganda, and tried to convince its followers of the truth of the Battle of Endor. However, the AEA preached an elaborate tangle of fabrications about the events of the Galactic Civil War, the end result of which dictated an Imperial victory over the Alliance. (XWPA)

Anteevy

a planet locked in perpetual winter, Anteevy was the site of the Imperial robotics construction facility known as Ice Station Beta during the Galactic Civil War. The Empire refined phrik here for use in the Darktrooper program. (DF)

Antemeridian Freight Lines

C-3PO claimed to be Igpek Droon, an employee of this shipping company, when he and R2-D2 booked passage off Nim Drovis on the Zicreex. (POT)

Antemeridian Sector

this area of the galaxy, adjacent to the Meridian Sector, was allied with the Empire even after the Battle of Endor. Following the fall of Emperor Palpatine, the sector was held in Imperial sway by Moff Getelles, until he was defeated by New Republic forces in the Chorios Systems. (POT)

Antemeridias

this planet was the sector capital of Antemeridian Sector, and the base of operations for Moff Getelles. (POT)

Anterab

an Imperial freighter supplying Zaarin's beam weapon research platform. (TIE)

Anteru Sea

one of two oceans found on the planet Gacerian. (PG2)

Anti-blaster Energy Field

this type of energy dissipation field was developed by the Empire during the Galactic Civil War. It was concurrently created by I'att Armaments. The theory behind the field was that the energy from a blaster bolt could be absorbed and dispersed across the surface of stormtrooper armor. The problem with the system was that the dispersion created an intense amount of heat that literally cooked the trooper inside the armor shell. I'att Armaments discovered a way to eliminate this problem with the addition of a heat dissipator unit and by imbedding zersium into the body glove worn by troopers. The body glove was also important because it protected the flesh of the trooper; the dissipation field unpredictably damaged living flesh. Moff Eisen Kerioth executed the leaders of I'att Armaments and tried to replicate the design for himself, but was unable to perfect it because Tinian I'att had appropriated several key components. (TFE)

Anti-Concepts

this strange form of idea was created by the deity Cold Danda Sire. Anti-concepts were ideas which consumes other ideas. (CSWDW)

Anti-Corr 113

this corrosion preventative was used to protect equipment from heat and environmental damage during shipment. It was developed by ColuChem scientists who wanted to transport equipment through the toxic environment of Clak’Dor VII, and soon found its way into galaxy-wide use. It takes decades to break down or evaporate, and can only be removed with powerful chemical solvents. It has the side effect of turning whatever it touches a dull shade of blue. (SWJ9)

Anti-orbital Ion Cannon

an ion cannon modified to knock out targets in orbit around a planet or moon. (ZHR)

Anti-Prophet

this is the Ugor term for anything evil in their world, in contrast to the good exemplified by High Prophet Botiv. The Ugors claim that the Squibs were formed from pseudopods of the Anti-Prophet. (SH)

Anticoncussion Field Generator

a device which creates a stabilizing field that keeps cargo or passengers from feeling the effects of collisions with energy bolts or physical impacts. They can be starship-sized, or they can be built to protect space stations. These systems are very expensive. They create an umbrella-shaped magnetic field that absorbs the kinetic energy of the objects that hit it. It protects a starship by compressing around the imacting object, absorbing its energy and dispersing it along the rest of the magnetic field. (HSE, DFR, SCRE, CSA)

Antigrav

any device which counteracts the force of gravity, such as a repulsorlift. (SWN)

Antigrav Ball

this repulsor-fitted sphere is tethered to the ground by chains or thick ropes. Its primary use is as a plant holder, allowing non-native plants to grow above the harsh ground of terraformed worlds. (POT)

Antigrav Drive

any starship power plant which allows the force of gravity to be negated, allowing the ship to rise up and through the atmosphere. They are also called repulsorlift drives, and are used in-system, so that the effects of the hyperdrive are not brought on a planet's inhabitants. (SWN)

Antigrav Lifter

this cargo moving device is used to move heavy boxes and equipment from one place to another. The cargo must be first loaded onto the lifter, which acts like a hand truck. (POT)

Antilles, Bail

this Old Republic Senator was one of the three candidates named to succeed Supreme Chancellor Valorum, after Queen Amidala of Naboo moved for a vote of no-confidence in Valorum’s abilities. However, Antilles and Aks Moe were both defeated in a general election by Senator Palpatine of Naboo. (SW1)

Antilles, Corellia

this woman was an archaeologist who uncovered what she believed to be an ancient Gree device in the jungles of Asation. She spent much of her time in the spaceports of Satikan, hoping to find a crew to help her recover the device from its hiding place. She was forced to hide it when a group of wild Gree attacked her after she took the device from their tribal city. She barely survived the trip to Satikan, and most of her survey crew was killed in the flight. A group of Te Hasan Gree managed to intercept her, and took the device - known as the Khoz’zhak - back to Te Hasa in exchange for credits and a lesser device. (SWJ8)

Antilles, Jagged

Wedge's father, Jagged owned the Corellian Inter-System Marketing Station and fuel depot on Gus Treta with his wife, Zena. He and his wife were killed when the Bonestar Pirates, trying to escape from Corellian authorities, purposely lifted off while the refueling lines were still attached to their ship. The resulting explosion threatened to destroy Gus Treta, but Jagged and Zena sacrificed themselves to limit the destruction to their depot. (XWPA)

Antilles, Raymus

a starship Captain working for the Organa family, Antilles was in command of the Tantive IV. Along with Princess Leia, he was also a supporter of the Alliance. Antilles was described as the owner of C-3PO and R2-D2 by C-3PO himself. This may have been part of the programming given to him and R2-D2 by Antilles and Princess Leia, to hide that fact that R2-D2 contained the stolen plans to the first Death Star. Antilles was killed by Darth Vader on board the Tantive IV when he refused to divulge the location of the stolen Death Star plans. Vader physically strangled him. (In the novelization of Star Wars, Antilles' name was Colton.) Antilles was portrayed by David Ackroyd for the Star Wars Radio Drama on National Public Radio.

(SW, SWRN, SWR, JPL)

Antilles, Syal

this woman is better known as Wynssa Starflare, one of the most popular holodrama stars of the New Order. She grew up with her family - which included her older brother Wedge - in the Corellian System, but was not enamored with the life of a starship mechanic. She longed for more, and shortly before her twentieth birthday, Syal left her family and moved to Coruscant to pursue an acting career. She changed her name shortly after the death of her parents, and went on to become famous. During a party on Coruscant, she met Soontir Fel, who had been stationed on the planet shortly after the Battle of Yavin. They fell in love almost immediately, and Syal was forced to admit to Fel her true name and relationship to Wedge Antillies. Fel told her that it didn't matter, and they were eventually married. When Fel was tested by Ysanne Isard and was lost at the Battle of Brentaal, Syal fled Coruscant and hid from Imperial reprisal. Fel spent the rest of his career trying to find her. (HXW)

Antilles, Wedge

born on Corellia, Wedge spent much of his childhood working for his parents on the last planet in the Gus Treta system. His parents, Jagged and Zena, owned a fueling station there, and Wedge became proficient at starship systems. He also gained a great deal of piloting skill there, and was ready to go to the Academy when a pirate ship, the Buzzzer, under the command of Loka Hask, got spooked at the fuel depot when a Corellian Security Force fleet arrived. Hask ordered them to lift off, but the crew forgot to unhook their refeuling coupling before blasting away. The resulting fuel leak was ignited, and Wedge's parents were forced to eject the fueling station in order to save the rest of the station. Note that Star Wars Screen Entertainment software indicates Wedge was away at school when the accident happened, that the accident was caused by smugglers, and that the smuggler's ship was destroyed in the resulting explosion. Both of Wedge's parents were killed in this effort, and Wedge - who was with Booster Terrik at the time - went after the pirates in an old Z-95 Headhunter. Although he managed to destroy the Buzzzer, Wedge's lack of funding led him to start taking all kinds of odd jobs, and was getting nowhere as a smuggler when he decided to join the Alliance. He quickly demonstrated his abilities as a fighter pilot, and also ran a number of reconnaissance and escort missions before being tapped as one of the X-wing pilots in the Battle of Yavin. Since then, Wedge's growing skills have earned him a number of distinctions, the greatest of which came when he was named squadron leader of the famous Rogue Squadron. While with Rogue Squadron, Wedge assisted Lando Calrissian during the Battle of Endor, and helped destroy the incomplete Death Star being built there. He remained as Rogue Leader through the restructuring of Rogue Squadron, and his squadrons provided invaluable support in the battles against Ysanne Isard and Grand Admiral Thrawn. After turning down two promotions, Wedge was promoted to the rank of General about a year after the defeat of Thrawn, and was assigned, along with Calrissian, to command the captured Star Destroyers Emancipator and Liberator. He fought bravely at Coruscant and Calamari, although the Emancipator was destroyed on Calamari. He later returned to Coruscant, where his primary role in the New Republic was changed from pilot and warrior to General and clean-up supervisor following the near-destruction of the planet. This was a short-lived assignment, though, for his desire to pilot a starship quickly outweighed the ease of being a supervisor. When that effort was launched, Wedge wanted to get back into piloting. He became the escort for the ship which dropped the Eol Sha colonists off at Dantooine, and then was named Qwi Xux' bodyguard. During this time, Wedge began to fall in love with Qwi, while also returning to Rogue Squadron and assisting the Republic in the assault on the Maw Installation. Wedge was portrayed in all three Star Wars films by Dennis Lawson, who replaced Jack Klaff mid-way through production of Star Wars. Wedge was also portrayed by Don Scardino for the The Empire Strikes Back Radio Drama on National Public Radio. (SW, SCRE, ESBR, HTTE, JS, DA, COTF, XWN, CCG4, WS)

Antilles, Zena

Wedge's mother, Zena was killed near Gus Treta when she and Jagged attempted to limit the firestorm caused by the Bonestar Pirates to their own depot. This effort saved the rest of the station, but ultimately killed them. (XWPA)

Antilles Maneuver

named after Wedge Antilles, this starfighter attack maneuver was devised at the Battle of Yavin, in an effort to save Luke Skywalker. In this maneuver, an attacking starship tries to kill an enemy who is in pursuit of a comrade. The attacker approaches the enemy while hidden in front of the comrade. The comrade’s ship breaks off at the last moment, leaving the enemy in the sights of the attacker. A quick burst of blaster fire takes the enemy by surprise. (CCG9)

Antipose IX

the destination of the star yacht Arleen, according to the navigation droid Lando Calrissian rented in the Oseon System. It was part of the Antipose System. (LCM)

Antipose XII

another planet in the Antipose System. (LCF)

Antishock

a drug administered to counteract the effects of physical shock or trauma. (COJ)

Anton

Anton was a smooth-skinned humanoid employed by Lady Valarian as a front desk clerk at the Lucky Despot. Anton was an indentical twin to Sturn. (TJP)

Anton Standish

this New Republic Naval Admiral was the Sector Fleet Commander for the Kalinda System. (TSK)

Antone

a Bakuran technician assigned to help Jacen, Jaina, and Anakin Solo activate the Drall repulsor during the Starbuster plot. He had a reason to help, since his aunt lived on the planet Bovo Yagen, primary planet around the third star listed on the Starbuster agenda. (SC)

Antyll, Dom

this human owned and operated Docking Bay 92 at the Mos Eisley Spaceport. His clothes were always dirty and covered with grease, as if he'd just come from making major repairs to some huge piece of equipment. (GG7)

Anxarta

this city is located on the northern coast of Anai, on the planet Lianna. It supports a small starport used by private vessels and transport ships. (ML)

Anzat

a race of humanoids that closely resemble humans, externally. Internally, their composition differs greatly. The primary difference is that the Anzati have proboscii hidden inside their cheeks that can be extended out from their nostrils. These proboscii are used to consume the brain of the Anzati's victim. The Anzati places his face nose-to-nose with its victim, and the proboscii extend into the victim's brain, where they consume the brain and all its life energies. The Anzati refer to the brain and its energies as "soup." They are creatures of no real biological rhythm; they simply exist, and when they require rest, they drop into a deep coma-like state. (TME, TJP)

ANc-2.7

one model of Fabritech's Tracking Computer used on starfighters. (SCRE)

ANq 2.4

early version of Fabritech tracking computer used on the Z-95 Headhunter. (TIE)

ANq-3.6

one model of Fabritech's Target Tracker used on starfighters. (SCRE)

ANs-5c

early model of Fabritech Sensor package used on the Z-95 Headhunter. (TIE)

ANs-5d

one model of Fabritech's Sensor Unit used on starfighters. (SCRE)

ANs-7e

one model of Fabritech's Sensor Unit used on starfighters. (SCRE)

ANs-9.5w

Fabritech's wide range sensor system used on many capital ships. (SCRE)

ANv-9q

Fabritech sensor package usd on the B-Wing. (XW)

ANx-y

Fabritech's long-range sensor array. (EGV)

ANy-20

Fabritech's active sensor package. (SCRE)

AOI-C

this was the original designation of Massad Thrumble’s custom-built medical droid, which he later nicknamed Doc. (SEE)

Aorala Sensor 100

this was BlasTech’s original motion sensor device. (CFG)

Aparo Sector

this area of the galaxy, with the Wyl Sector, formed the border of the Corporate Sector. It was ruled by Moff Wyrrhem. (CSA)

Apas Connector

this device is the primary electronic component activated by pulling the trigger of a blaster. The apas connectors signal the power flux dispersion unit that it is time to release a charge of gas into the Heter valve. (CFG)

APD-40

a droid produced in the years just prior to the Clone Wars, they were built from xylen chips and gold wiring, which became too expensive. They were replace by C-3 series droids. (RPG)

Aphor

a species of tree native to Belsavis. (COJ)

Aphren

this species of small insect makes a loud humming noise when it swarms together. (VOF)

Aplocaph

this alien race has a species-wide yearning to travel to exotic places and meet new people. (RM)

Apocia

a hardwood tree that was once native to the planet Bethal. An infestation of greddleback termites decimated the population of apocia. (SWAJ)

Approach Vector

the flight path which is generated by a ship's navicomputer to place the ship on target to intercept a space station or another ship. (ESBR)

AP127CP

see P127. This is a short description of the Astronav P127 C\course plotter. (IJ)

Aqua-skimmer

an underwater transportation device used on Aquaris. (CSW)

Aquala

a faction of the Aqualish race on Ando, the Aquala live on floating raft cities and sailing ships. These aqualish are called the finned aqualish, since they retain their fins instead of fingers. They are considered to be of a lower social caste than the Quara Aqualish, even though they make up about ninety percent of the Aqualish population. They blamed the Quara for the steady decline in the harvests of fish from the seas, and ignited a racial war that lasted several generations. The war was ended when an exploration vessel of unknown origins landed on Ando, and the two sides stopped fighting each other and destroyed their visitors. The two groups then reverse-engineered the ship and discovered how to fly it and then build their own ships, although the process was painstakingly slow for the non-technical Aqualish. The uneasy truce was soon broken, and the two groups took their battle to Ando's sister planet, utterly destroying it. (GG4)

Aqualis Base

this is the capital city of the planet Baralou. (PG)

Aqualish

a walrus-faced race of bipeds from the planet Ando. There are two castes of Aqualish society. The higher caste has hands which are articulated webs with opposable thumbs, and is known as the Quara. The lower caste has clawed hands, rather than the webbed ones, and is known as the Aquala. The distinction between levels is very great; webbed Aqualish hold governmental and commercial positions, while the clawed Aqualish are usually left to become bounty hunters and smugglers. They are a belligerent yet technically-advanced race. The Aquala live in vast sailing ships, while the Quara live on the planet's small islands. They have a long history of civil war, and have destroyed Ando's sister planet because of it. The war was initiated by the Aquala, who blamed the Quara for the declining harvests of fish. The war lasted until an exploration ship landed on Ando. The two groups banded together and killed the ship's crew. Eventually, the non-technical Aqualish discovered how to fly the ship, and even learned how to build their own. The old grudges soon re-surfaced, though, and the two factions took their battle to Ando's siste planet. When the Empire arrived, the war-loving Aqualish tried to overthrow them. The sheer might of the Empire battered the Aqualish into submission, but it instilled a deep hatred in the Aqualish culture. (SW, GG4, TLC, TME)

Aquaris

an ocean world which sided with the Alliance during the Galactic Civil War. Surveys have shown that is has no land masses above the surface of its oceans. (CSW)

Aquaris Freeholders

a group of mercenaries commanded by Silver Fyre, the Freeholders eventually joined forces with the Alliance. They fought to freedom against Imperial control on Aquaris. (CSW)

Aquarius

a domed, bubbled-shaped city that is found on the planet Calamari, Aquarius was designed to allow air- and water-breathing races to co-exist together. It has a number of water-filled canals in which underwater dwellings are built. Large markets and apartments are built above the canals for air-breathers. (GDV)

Aquaspeeder

a small, repulsorlift craft used to traverse the oceans of Ando and other water-based planets. (TME)

Aquella

this planet supports human life. The natives dye and tattoo their skin with elaborate patterns during certain rituals. (JASB)

Aquillaris

this is a beautiful, water-covered world. (RAC)

AR-101

this is a model of BlasTech stun cuffs manufactured during the early years of the New Republic. (JASB)

Arabanth

a planet in the Hapan system. The humans native to the planet are fond of building and solving thought puzzles. (CPL)

Arabore

a sea-going creature native to the planet Toola, they are hunted by the Whiphid during rites of passage. The arabore is a fish-eating rodent nearly three meters in length, and with flat tusks studding its short snout. Their bodies, while thickly layered with fat, are streamlined for swimming. A young male Whiphid must kill an arabore with his bare hands to prove himself a mighty hunter, while a new Spearmaster must kill one to prove himself worhty. (GG4, SWJ10)

Arabu

a Dimok escort shuttle assigned to guard the shuttle Keydon during its rendezvous with the Ripoblus shuttle Phantele. (TIE)

Arachnia EMRG-50 Rail Gun

this weapon has an incredible range, able to hit targets at point-black distances and up to 4,000 meters away. It has an strong recoil, which requires a strong individual to shoot it. (TSK)

Arachnoid

an insect-like race, the sentient Arachnoids resemble huge spider-like ants. Six legs propel them along, with the upper pair serving as arms. A large, bulbous end section is supported by the four rear legs, and their heads have sharp beaks. (TSK)

Arachnor

a spider-like creature found on the planet Arzid, it spins a sticky web to capture its prey. (PDS)

Aradian

this planet is the third world in the Lianna System. A mildly poisonous atmosphere covers the planet, and it is orbited by three moons. (ML)

Aradian Pulse-lifter

this atmospheric drive system is an alternative to repulsorlifts. The technology is new, and causes large disturbances in the surrounding area when activated. (BTS)

Aragon

this ancient Melodie lives beneath the surface of the waters on Yavin 8. At one time, he could read the ancient Massassi writings that litter the moons of Yavin, but the ability has faded over the years from lack of use. He learned the Massassi words as part of the training he received from his mother, Esla. Esla was her generation's keeper of legends, as was Aragon. When Anakin Solo and Tahiri ask him to help them decipher the riddle of the Golden Globe, Aragon cannot help them with the ancient writings, but he does give them the entire message contained within them. Anakin and Tahiri then translated the message into it component letters, allowing them to read more of the ancient writings. (LW)

Arah

this asteroid belt was the site of an Imperial mining operation geared toward the procurment of derillium and oridium for the V38 development project. (RA2)

Arakkus

an Imperial scientist, Arakkus led an Imperial weapons development lab until he was contaminated by experimental radiation released during an Alliance attack on the lab. The radiation was released when an Alliance attack on the installation destroyed much of the lab. Arakkus retired from Imperial service, feeling sorry for himself and angry at the galaxy. He hid near a dwarf star, but could not reconcile his suffering. Thus, he began sending out false distress signals, luring ships to him. He lured them so close to the dwarf star that they were unable to escape its gravity. thus, the ships' crews became doomed, just as Arakkus was. Known as the Graveyard of Lost Ships, this collection of doomed ships eventually orbitted the star in five interconnected rings. Arakkus refuses to try and live out a full life. When his distress call lured the Millennium Falcon to the Graveyard, Arakkus is beseeched by Han Solo and Luke Skywalker to leave the place. He refuses, claiming that he has rigged the Graveyard with negatron to explode if someone tries to remove him from it. Han realized that such an explosion would free the Falcon, but Arakkus fled into the depths of the station, rather than go back to the outside world. Han and Luke detonated the negatron, destroying the Graveyard and killing Arakkus. (CSW)

Arakyd Industries

a major manufacturer of droids, heavy wepaons, and starships, Arakyd made a name for themselves during the New Order by securing several high-profile deals with the Empire. The Viper Probe Droid was one of their greatest achievements, as it marked one of the most successful attempts to use artificial intelligence in a military application. After the Battle of Endor, Arakyd continued to remain loyal to the Imperial remnants, and produced the XR-85 Tank Droid for use when the Empire battled the New Republic for control of Coruscant. (SCRE, ESB, DFR, JS, EGV)

Arali Dil

this young Twi'lek woman was a student at Garqi Ag University, and was member of the resistance there. She was a contemprary of Dynba Tesc, and was part of the crew that helped liberate the Star's Delight. (TFE)

Aralia

a small, tropical planet located in the Andron System, Aralia is the adopted homeworld of the Ranat species. It is also the location of the amusement park Project Aralia. (GG4)

Arallute

a pungent weed found on the planet Alderaan which blooms with a purple, trumpet-shaped flower. Legend has is that, if a new bride finds one in her yard, she will soon have a child. When the petals are dried, they curl around their seeds; these dried petals have been used as baby rattles. (CPL)

Aramadia

Nil Spaar's embassy ship, it is a huge, spherical craft escorted by three smaller craft. One of the first Aramadia-class thrustships, it employs an Aradian pulse-lifter propulsion system for atmospheric travel. Nil Spaar took the ship to Coruscant when he went there to draw the New Republic's attention away from the Koornacht Cluster. (BTS)

Aramadia-class Thrustship

this Yevethan warship design is a sphere-shaped craft equipped with Aradian pulse-lifters for propulsion. They are also called T-types. There were two basic models of thrustship: an unarmed troop transport and a fully-armed warship. The warship was graded at medium-cruiser-class weaponry, armed with eight main laser cannon batteries spaced around the ship to defend any angle of attack. Up to four batteries could be linked together, to concentrate fire on a single target. They were also armed with several concussion missile launchers. What made the Aramadia-class so strong in battle was the fact that their spherical shape made it easy to shield. The smooth, rounded surface allowed maximum shielding capability with minimal power input, unlike a boxy starship which required multiple genrators. (SOL, TT)

Arapia

a planet. (SWAJ)

Araquia

an alien arachnid species native to the planet Kirtania. The misuse of the planet's resources by the humans that colonized the planet has resulted in the near-extinction of the araquia race. (SWAJ)

Arastide

this New Republic Senator was from the planet Gantho, and was a staunch opponent of the Daysong Party. (POT)

Arat Fraca

this planet is the location at which the Star Morning suddenly reappeared a year after it left Motexx for Gowdawl. (SOL)

Aratech Repulsor Company

manufacturers of speederbikes and other repulsorlift craft. Many of their designs, most notably that 74-Y and 74-Z spederbikes, remain popular throughout the galaxy. (SWSB, EGV)

Arbmab

an Imperial Sergeant serving under Colonel Johans in the Hell's Hammers. He helped lead the assault on Protazk, on Spuma. (ISB)

Arbo

when Teebo was a child, the Ewok Arbo was the tribe's legend keeper. (AT)

Arbo Maze

a thicket of trees found on the forest moon of Endor, it is extremely dense. Most creatures that wander into it are quickly lost. (ECAR)

Arboga

this Mon Calamari served the New Republic as Captain of the Hope. (TFE)

Arbra

this forest planet was the site of an Alliance base during the Galactic Civil War. (EGC)

Arc Hammer

an Imperial warship penetrated by Kyle Katarn. The long, dagger-shaped ship was a remote manufacturing facility for Rom Mohc's darktroopers. Katarn was able to penetrate the ship and defeat Mohc in combat. (DF)

Arca Jeth

a humanoid with three fingers and a thumb on each hand, Arca was a Jedi Master from the planet Arkania. He agreed to oversee the planet Onderon, but instead sent Ulic Qel-Droma, Ulic's brother Cay, and Tott Doneeta to the planet. He later assists them on the planet, and is forced to conceal Freedon Nadd's Sith lore in a tomb on the Dxun Moon. He refuses Exar Kun's request to see the Sith artifacts from Freedon Nadd's ship. He later attends the Jedi Assembly on Deneba, and is killed in the battle by one of the Krath war droids. (TOJ, DLS, EGC)

Arcade

this is the long, main hall of the Rabaanite Gymnasium, found in the city of Ban Belos. (SWJ9)

Arcade Omicron

this diversionary establishment in Lumchugger’s Hub, on the planet Bescane, is home to one of the few holozeotroscopes seen outside the up-scale entertainment centers on Coruscant. It continually loops through a holographic display of the Battle of Yavin. The Arcade Omicron also has several scenic replicators. It was here that Alliance agents found Cooper Dray, during their search for clues about the Death-Hunter cyborg project. (SWJ9)

Arcadia

this freighter was owned and operated by Darren T. Weeb during the Galactic Civil War. (ML)

Arch Canyon

this natural landmark is found in the deserts of Tatooine. The canyon is dominated by beautiful, natural stone arches that span its width. Jabba the Hutt’s personal podracing course ran through Arch Canyon, on its way to Jag Crag Gorge. (TPM)

Arch of Triumph

this landmark was erected on Coruscant by the Empire, shortly after Emperor Palpatine instituted the New Order. The Arch was erected in Palpatine’s honor. Han Solo, during one of his Academy training exercises, obtained the fastest time for an assigned run when he flew through, rather than over, the Arch. (TPS)

Archais

this planet is the site of legendary, mythical peaks of incredible height. (GCQ)

Archeaoastronomer

a scientist who investigates ancient civilizations who had developed space travel. (LCM)

Archimar

the New Republic military doctor assigned to the Glorious. (BTS)

Arcon Multinode Agricorp

this Corellian-owned macro-farming and food processing company was one of the original Contributing Sponsors of the Corporate Sector Authority. Arcon has major holdings in the Outer Rim Territories, and buys over 30% of the crops growing by independent Outer Rim farmers. Note that Han Solo at Stars' End names this as Acron Multinode. (CSA, HSE)

Arcona

a scaleless, bipedal race of reptiles with an anvil-shaped head and marble-like eyes. Between their eyes is a small bulbous knob that is used as a heat sensor and supplement to their eyesight. Their skin resembles fibrous wood, and ranges in color from dark mahogany through gray to ebony. They are native to the planet Cona, and require ammonia supplements whenever they are off-planet. Socially, Arcona arrange themselves into groups called Grand Nests. They are farmers by nature, tilling Cona's rich tropical environment. The absence of salt in their environment has caused them to become addicted to the substance on occasion. Such addicted Arcona are noticeable by their glowing yellow eyes, a result of a chemical interaction between the salt their optic nerves. This interaction also causes hallucinatory visions to play across the Arcona's eyes. However, increased levels of salt also break down the pancreatic ability to convert ammonia into a water-conserving enzyme, and is thus deadly to the Arcona. (GG4, SCRE, CCG)

Arctic Environments Combat Range

this Imperial Army training center was located at the north pole of Sirpar. (SWAJ)

Arcura

a nondescript planet. (SWAJ)

Arda-1

the first planet in the Arda System. (CSWEA)

Arda-2

this small, neutral world was known for it industrial advances. They T-6 diodem was produced on Arda-2, which is the primary planet in the Arda System. (CSWEA)

Arda-3

the third planet in the Arda System. (CSWEA)

Ardan

this native of the planet Brentaal served the Imperial Navy as a Lieutenant Commander aboard the Executor. He was in command of the bridge pit crews during the Battle of Hoth and the chase of the Millennium Falcon toCloud City. As a junior officer, Ardan participated in the subjugation of several alien races, including the Ithorians and Wookiees, as well as the planets Firro and Sinton. (CCG4)

Ardana Mitt'Ayehe

this Twi'lek was the owner and leader of the Ayehe Dance Troop. (ML)

Ardanium

this mineral has the unique property of growing stronger in the presence of radiation. This makes it a perfect material for creating fuel canisters for starships, especially capital-scale ships, which require huge amounts of power. This mineral was found in large quantities on the planet Questal, and the Emperor raided the planet in an attempt to expand his fleet of Super-class Star Destroyers. Unfortunately, the supply ran out just after a group of Alliance agents overtrew Moff Bandor. (GCQ)

Ardax

an Imperial Army Colonel assigned by Furgan to capture Anakin Solo on Anoth. He was a native of Chandrila, and grew up to serve in the Imperial Navy. Known as a fair leader, Ardax was respected for his ability to put his crew's well-being in front of his own. He was a veteran of command of several ships in the Caridan System before travelling to Anoth. (DA, COTF, JASB)

Ardele, Feylis

this young woman was a member of the Commenor militia before joining the Alliance. She impressed Admiral Ackbar, who referred her to Wedge Antilles and Rogue Squadron. Her experience with TIE Fighters and her abilities with an X-Wing earned her a position in the Rogues. (HXW)

Ardellian, Tormax

this Corellian pirate was a member of a raiding party that tried to smuggle in Alliance operatives and equipment to the planet Questal, some three years after the Battle of Yavin. His expedition was exposed, and the agents and crew were imprisoned. The Alliance operatives were killed in a public execution, and the pirates were permanently detained. Ardellian managed to escape the initial assault, and he wandered around Gralleenya city for several weeks, trying to figure out how to rescue his companions. (GCQ)

Arden

  1. Bakura Corporation employee who founded Salis D'aar. He held the rank of Captain within the Corporation. (TB)
  2. Arden once had a romantic relationship with princess Kalieva K’ntarr. Arden left the political and commericial intrigues of Rydonni Prime for the stars, and was supposed to take Kalieva with him. She once mistook Sienn Sconn for Arden, when Sconn tried to infiltrate Rythani Products and steal a weapon prototype. (SWJ9)

Arden Lyn

this former Teras Kasi master was summoned by Darth Vader to lead an assault team against the Alliance. Their goal was to defeat the leaders of the Alliance in one-on-one combat. Lyn’s trademark was his cybernetic arm, which was loaded with battle implements. (MTK)

Ardent

an Alliance Mon Calamari Light Cruiser operative during the Galactic Civil War. (TIE)

Ardiff

this Imperial Navy Captain rose through the ranks in the decade following the death of Grand Admiral Thrawn. He served as Admiral Pellaeon’s second-in-command aboard the Chimaera during the initial phases of testing of the new cloaking device. Although Ardiff disagreed with Pellaeon’s choice to surrender to the New Republic, his sense of duty and honor to his commanding officer made him hold his tongue. However, this did not stop him from voicing his opinion when he felt it necessary, a trait Pellaeon came to appreciate and promote. (SOP, VOF)

Arditi

an Alliance modified CR90 corvette that was destroyed while trying to disable the Harpax so that Admiral Harkov and the Protector fleet could escape and defect. (TIE)

Ardle

this Thyferran was a captain in the Thyferran Home Defense Corps. He initially served under Erisi Dlarit, but was chosen to lead the squadrons that accompanied the Corrupter to Alderaan to intercept Rogue Squadron. When the Rogues disabled the Corrupter and chased off the Aggregator, Ardle surrendered his TIE Fighters to Wedge Antilles. (BW)

Ardos

the small, dwarf star primary to the Ardos System. Hutt legends say that Ardos was in love with Evona, which was a sister star that made up a binary system. The two lovers had many children, which were the various planets of the system. When Evona was sucked into a black hole along with several planets, Ardos became angry and miserable at the loss of his loved ones. Ardos self-destructed, throwing off a huge radioactive mantle of gas, and reducing itself to a white dwarf. The ejection of radioactive matter destroyed many of the remaining planets, leaving only the Hutt homeworld of Varl. Scientists from the Old Republic and Empire believe that this story is a mere legend, and that the Hutt's destroyed much of their system in an ancient civil war. (GG4)

Arecelis Acosta

this Coynite was a member of the Alliance’s Harrier infiltration team. A tall creature covered with blue-black fur, Arecelis was killed by the Dark Jedi Vialco on Nysza III during the Harrier’s attempt to take out a new Imperial communications bunker near Iscera. Arecelis was a good friend of Deke Holman. (SWJ8)

Arena of the Mind

this unusual edifice was established by the Ropagu near the city of Ropagis, for use in the culture-wide debates which replaced open warfare in their society. There is seating for 10,000 Ropagu, which flock to the arena to witness intellectual debates between scholars and philosophers. Off-world guest speakers are sometimes invited to join the debates, and there are a number of translation facilities available. (TSK)

Arena Shockball

this version of shockball is played in a confined space, restricting movement on the playing field. (SOL)

Argai

this planet was the center of Xim the Despot's empire, and this site of his royal palace. (ML)

Argazda

located in the Kanz Sector, this planet revolted against the Old Republic about 4,000 years before the Galactic Civil War. Its provisional governor, Myrial, declared the Kanz Sector independent, and began to forcibly conquer other planets in the sector. Lorrd was one of these planets, whose cries for help fell on deaf ears, for the Old Republic was too busy to help. The Kanz Disorders lasted nearly 300 years before a group of Jedi Knights could be dispatched to end them. (CSA)

Argent Lady

this new Ghtroc Cargo Empress-class freighter was owned by Cosmohaul Shipping. It was loaned to a group of freelance mercenaries by Paxtrell Snoygal, in the hopes that the mercs could stop the piracy which was plaguing Cosmohaul’s transports. The Snoygal had hired a new crew to transport 100 R5 droids to Sullust. The crew turned out to be Xalto Sneerzick and his followers, who were trying to free the droids. He had inserted an "emancipation virus" into their programming, but one of his droids rebelled and shot him. The Argent Lady was pursued and captured by an Imperial Patrol Craft, but its crew was overtaken by the mercenaries and left stranded. The Argent Lady returned to Cosmohaul, but not before one of the infected R5 droids escaped in a life pod. (SWJ9)

Arginall City

this was the capital of the planet Hargeeva, and one of only six urban communities on the planet. (SWJ8)

Arginall Refinery

this small operation was one of the primary sources of the ores and minerals extracted from the mines found on the planet Hargeeva. It was controlled by the Empire during the height of the New Order, and its corporate offices were modified to serve as part of the Imperial garrison base. (SWJ8)

Argon

an Imperial Grand Moff who was swindled by the Tonnika Sisters out of 25,000 credits. (TME)

Argona

this Imperial Navy Captain was in command of the Ironhand, one of the thirteen Star Destroyers still under Imperial control some ten years after the death of Grand Admiral Thrawn. When Moff Disra set his plans in motion to overturn the New Republic, he ordered Argona, along with Captains Nalgol and Trazzen, to ready themselves for an assault on Bothawui, following the Caamas Incident. Argona questioned the necessity of moving three Star Destroyers to Bothawui on a long-term mission without direct support, until Disra brought out a resurrected Thrawn, played by the con artist Flim. The Imperial Captains all agreed with the plan. (SOP)

Argoon

primary planet in the Newland System, it was the site of an Imperial manufacturing facility during the Galactic Civil War. It was eventually abandoned following a number of Alliance assaults. (TIE)

Argus

an Alliance shuttle destroyed during the Galactic Civil War. (TIE)

Arhul Hextraphon

Arhul was the executive secretary and master historian for the Alliance High Command. Before that, he was sold into slavery to the Zygerrians. While being transported to his new owner, Arhul's slave ship was attacked. He and his comrades huddled in fear, only to find they were in no danger. Han Solo and Chewbacca had overtaken and boarded the ship, only to find the slavers gone. Han asked Arhul if he could pilot the ship, and with a positive reply, Han and Chewie disappeared. Arhul and his companions then realized that the two smugglers had left behind the Zygerrian slavers' expensive cargo, which Arhul and his comrades used to regain their freedom. (SWSB, CSA)

Aria Callet'dira

this is the name of Gacerite battle music, used to whip Gacerite soldiers into a fighting frenzy. It was played by a military unit's musicmakers. (PG2)

Ariana

ths capital city of the planet Garos IV, it is the site of Chado's Pub and the University of Garos. (SWAJ)

Aric

a creature whose tongue is a delicacy. (CPL)

Arica

Mara Jade's alias when she went undercover in Jabba the Hutt's palace in order to kill Luke Skywalker. She provided C-3PO with a good deal of background on Jabba’s operation, after the droid arrived at the palace as a gift from Luke. (TJP, ROJR)

Aridus

a desert planet which was once the site of an Alliance weapons depot. Darth Vader planted an imposter on Aridus, who posed as Obi-wan Kenobi, in an effort to capture Luke Skywalker. The actor became extremely engrossed in his role, believing that he was actually defeating an evil enemy when he killed attacking stormtroopers. This drew Luke closer to him, as well as the native Chubbits that inhabited the planet. The actor eventually came to believe Vader was evil, and destroyed the Ivory Tower in an effort to distract Vader while Luke escaped. (CSW)

Ariela

a native of Alderaan, Ariela was Eyvind's fiance. The two were married on Tatooine, in a ceremony that included their human and Jawa friends. Ariela supported Ariq Joanson's belief that the humans, Jawas, and Sand People could live together peacefully, despite what the Empire said. Ariela and Eyvind were married the day that Owen and Beru Lars were killed. When a group of adolescent Sand People ransacked their wedding and killed Eyvind, she was carried away by the Sand People until Ariq rescued her by placating the young Sand People and trading water for her. The Imperial troops interrupted the bartering, claiming that they came to rescue the two, and shot a number of the Sand People. Despite the Imperial pressures, she stayed on Tatooine to run Eyvind's farm and help Ariq pursue his peace. (TME)

Aril Nunb

Nien Nunb's sister, she was the Executive Officer of the X-Wing Rogue Squadron about two and a half years after the Battle of Endor. Wedge Antilles praised her abilities as a fighter pilot, but he opposed her nomination as XO because she was an instinctual pilot with little ability to teach. He wanted Tycho Celchu to be the XO. She eventually became a pilot in the squadron, and was captured on Coruscant. She was used as one of Evir Derricote's experimental aliens for his Krytos project before she was rescued. She later assisted the Rogues during the Bacta War by piloting the Valiant warship. (XWN, WG, BW)

Aris

located in the Albarrio System, this jungle world was the sector capital of Relgim Sector. It was on the intinerary of the Kuari Princess when Imperial Moffs Torpin and Vanko began plotting their deception of Emperor Palpatine. Members of the Alliance were also on the planet, trying to discover what the Moffs were up to while escaping from stormtroopers. The Moffs and the Alliance agents all boarded the Kuari Princess on Aris. Aris is the capital world of the Albarrio Sector. It has no native sapient species, although the wok-woks that roam the jungles have begun showing rudimentary intelligence. The jungles of Aris cover the planet in tropical rainforest, with trees growing 250 meters tall in the warmest parts. The inhabitants of the planet live in tree-dwellings formed from wide platforms and connected by simple bridges and walkways. (RM, CFG, TFE)

Aris Brace

this bulk freighter owned the Corellian Merchants Guild record for the most cargo runs over five parsecs. (SWSB)

Aris V

this planet, located in Parmel Sector, was chosen as a possible base of operations for the dishomed Laramus Base Irregulars. (GG9)

Arjan II

this droid brain is roughly equivalent to the AA-1 Verbobrain in terms of capacity. They were used in the creation of Roche J9-series worker droids. (GG7)

Arjon F.M.P.

a native of Ord Mantell, Arjon (F.M.P., to her friends) stopped on Tatooine during a layover and never made her connecting flight. She has since become a card-shark, with no real scruples and a growing loyalty to Ohwun and Chachi DeMaal. The DeMaals tolerate her presence in the entry ramp to Docking Bay 94 in Mos Eisley, where she scams her customers. (GG7)

Arjun

this Imperial Strike-class cruiser supported the attack on the Organarms facility during the Galactic Civil War. (TIE)

Arjun, Jr.

this Imperial combat utility vehicle was assigned to the Arjun, and participated in the attack on the Organarms facility during the Galactic Civil War. (TIE)

Ark Roose

this strange alien, known as "Bumpy" on the Outer Rim podracing circuits, was easily distinguished by his unusual skull. The top of his head was dominated by a spined frill, while his jaws were set well below and in front of his cranium. (RAC)

Arkania

a planet which had a great deal of Dark Side energy, it was the homeworld of Jedi Master Arca Jeth. It is a tundra world known for its huge diamonds. It is located in the Colonies region. (TOJ, DESB)

Arkanian Dawn

this infamous Thalassian Y164 slave transport ship is feared throughout the Outer Rim Territories. Rumors surrounding the ship say that no one ever survives a trip in the Dawn, for no one has ever been see after boarding it. This is, in fact, all a clever ruse put on by the Sullustan Thila, who owns the Dawn. She is an Alliance operative, and uses the mystique and fear surrounding the ship to swoop down on slave camps and collect slaves. She then transports them to Alliance safeworlds, where they can live in peace. (GG9)

Arkanian Dragon

a large creature native to the planet Arkania. (FNU)

Arkanian Jellyfish

a lifeform native to the planet Arkania. (FNU)

Arkanis

this planet was the homeworld of Devon Fuller. (GG9)

Arkanis Sector

this is a section of the galaxy found in the Mid Rim Territories. (SWAJ)

Arkayd

presumably, this is a typo in Jedi Search, which lists Arkayd (not Arakyd) as the manufacturer of the Millennium Falcon's concussion missiles. (JS)

Arky

this New Republic Navy officer served as the task force coordinator under Etahn A'baht, as part of the Fifth Battle Group. Arky helped plan the initial blockade of the planet Doornik-319, also known as Morning's Bell. (SOL)

Arl

this Imperial Navy Colonel served aboard the Lusankya, under the command of Joak Drysso. Arl was in command of the ship's starfighter squadrons. (BW)

Arleen

a pleasure yacht on which Lando's rented navigation droid last served. The droid was rented by Lando in the Oseon System in order to get him to the Rafa System. (LCM)

Arleil Schous

this aging male Defel served as one of the Alliance’s primary contacts on Tatooine. He was well-regarded as a leader in Mos Eisley’s alien community. His advancing age had dimished his ability to warp light, so he was unable to hide in the shadows like younger Defel. (CCG6)

Armament Rating

a scale on which the offensive nature of a starship can be measured. The basic scale is:

(WEG)

Armatin the Dread

this retired smuggler owned the slava bar in Esau’s Ridge, on Tholatin, during the Black Fleet Crisis. (TT)

ArMek

manufacturers of shipboard ion and laser weapons. (SCRE)

Armand, Lazarus

this New Republic agent was the second in command of Sector Intelligence in the Kalinda System. He was instrumental in hiring smugglers to assist in Project Second Chance. (TSK)

Armor

an Imperial shuttle used during the Galactic Civil War. (TIE)

Armored Caterpillar

this Alderaanian insect was the larval stage of a furry, large-winged moth. The armored caterpillar burrows underground and remains hidden there for up to twelve years in a thick cocoon. These insects were the primary food source for many of Alderaan's bird species. (ISU)

Armored Defense Platform

any of the heavily-armed, orbital stations used to protect a planet or system from invasion. (HTTE)

Armored Eel

a large, segmented terrestrial slug native to the moon Yavin 4, the armored eel was a wide, flat head dominated by high eye-ridges. (ISU)

Armored Heartbeak

a song written and played by the band Red Shift Limit. It has first released as part of the compilation Limited Warfare, and has been banned by the Imperial Board of Culture. (GG9)

Arms Load-Out Permit

this Imperial document was one of a number of documents required from any spacer who plied the spacelanes during the New Order. The procedures for obtaining the certification were documented in the Spacer’s Information Manual. Known as an ALP, this document provided information on the current weapons and armament of the starship it was issued to. (SWJ9)

Armudu Spice

an additive that Niles Ferrier uses when he rolls his cigarras. It compliments the flavor of the carababba tabac. It also makes Ferrier's presence well-known, as its aroma is unmistakable. (DFR)

Army of the Republic

the ground-based arm of the Old Republic's military. (MTS)

Arnae, Dwin

this thin, mousy Imperial officer was a driven perfectionist who had hoped to set an Imperial record for the most successful apprehensions of suspected customs violators. His other goal was to set the record for most successful prosecutions against those customs violators. An extraordinary individual in his own eyes, Arnae’s perfectionist attitude got him thrown out of the Imperial Navy when he uncovered some infractions on the part of his superiors. Rather than bring the matter to further attention, his commanding officer had him removed to the Sector Interdiction office on Travnin. In order to meet his own goals - which is superiors cared little for, since they were all more worried about the Alliance - Arnae continually scoured the Minos Cluster, keeping his highly-disgruntled crew on missions for months at a time. (GG6)

Arner Figgis

a respected Issorian scholar. (SWAJ)

Arno

  1. this stormtrooper served under Lesim on the Forest Moon of Endor, and was one of the troopers who brought in Luke Skywalker, after he surrendered. (MTS)
  2. this grizzled old man was one of the original colonists who came to Tatooine. He became a friend of Adar Tallon, and was targetted by Jodo Kast during the hunt for Tallon. Arno managed to escape, and helped the Alliance locate Tallon. (TM)

Arnod

this Imperial Navy pilot was one of the pilots who pursued the Millennium Falcon through the Hoth asteroid belt following the Battle of Hoth. (MTS)

Arnthout, Melnea

this woman was the leader of the first colony ship to land on Tatooine. She was faced with a number of problems upon landing on the desert world, including the crash of the supply ship Dowager Queen. She rallied her people, and eked out a settlement from the inforgiving land. She established the Bestine settlement, and opened a dialogue with the local Jawas, who were already living on the planet. They agreed to help the humans, and the colony eventually prospered. Later, Fort Tusken and Motesta were established, although Fort Tusken was abandoned after a Sandperson attack. (GG7)

Arnthout

a small farming community on Tatooine, named for the leader of the original Tatooine settlers. It averaged about 350 beings, and was located south of Bestine. (GG7)

Arnthout Pass

this rocky roadway led travellers through the Jundland Wastes. (GG7)

Aroma Disseminator

this is a special device that is usually an option on most higher-level droids, such as protocol droids. Aroma disseminators exude an odor which is pleasant to the smell of its owners. (GMH)

Arool

a species of poisonous succulent, shaped like a cactus. (TME)

Arrak Snake

a native Ithorian reptile. (TME)

Arranda, Tash

an orphan from the planet Alderaan, Tash and her younger brother Zak travelled the galaxy with their strange uncle Hoole after their parents were killed when the Empire destroyed their homeworld. The three were wanted by the Empire for a number of supposed crimes. Tash was thirteen at the time she began to notice a sensitivity to the Force. She was taken in by the B'omarr monk Grimpen, who drew her into his plans by making her believe she was one of the most enlightened beings of her generation. However, she was simply drawn into an elaborate scheme in which Jabba the Hutt had been using B'omarr techniques to transfer the brains of the galaxy's worst criminals into other bodies. Tash ended up with the brain of Karkas after the original host escaped, and promptly killed Commander Fuzzel. Hoole managed to get her brain back into her own body after stopping Grimpen and returning several ancient scrolls to the B'omarr monks. (GOF1, GOF7)

Arranda, Zak

this orphan, once a native of the planet Alderaan, travelled the galaxy with his sister, Tash, and their uncle, Hoole. Hoole took care of the children after their parents were killed when the forst Death Star destroyed Alderaan. Zak was a little over a year younger than Tash. It was Zak who discovered that the B'omarr monk Grimpen was working with Jabba the Hutt to transfer criminal brains into new bodies, and rescued his sister from a similar fate while in the crimelord's palace on Tatooine. (GOF1, GOF7)

Arratan

this beefy, black-bearded man was the leader of the Blood Nest bandit group, based on the third moon of M2398. He despised Captain Darillian. (WS)

Arreis

an Imperial freighter destroyed by Keyan Farlander during his first tour of duty as an X-Wing pilot. (XW)

Arrejis Mellaha

this Squib ran Serooin’s Gear, on the planet Betha II, shortly after the death of Grand Admiral Thrawn. Mellaha, like many aliens who lived in the Outer Rim at this point in galactic history, was wary of the presence of humans or the New Republic. However, he harbored neither group any ill-will. In fact, he was prospering from selling illegal goods to his patrons, primarily because of bans imposed by the Republic. While not directly cooperating, Mellaha helped a group of Republic agents search out the Kaarenth Dissension by warning them to stay away from certain areas of Betha II’s primary starport. (SWJ8)

Arrestor

this Imperial bulk cruiser was assigned to Admiral Greelanx. It served as part of the front attack line during the Battle of Nar Shaddaa. Drea Renthal managed to destroy this ship by launching a series of concussion missiles into her flanks, then pummeling the ship with turbolaser fire. (THG)

Arrgaw System

this system is located on the Harrin Trade Corridor, between the Lahopa and Lazerian Systems. (TSK)

Arrikabukk

Chewbacca obtained this false identity from a Tsyklen on Nar Hekka, shortly after he joined Han Solo. (THG)

Arrow-17

an Aratech airspeeder popular in the Outer Rim. (TFE)

Arrow-23

one of Aratech's landspeeders, the Alliance modified these craft extensively, adding a laser cannon and a concussion grenade launcher to move up to 5 troopers into a hot battle zone. (RASB)

Arroyo

an Alliance Lambda-class shuttle used to evacuate key personnel from Briggia, when it was attacked as part of Operation Strike Fear. (XW)

Arruna

this Twi'lek woman was the chosen companion of the Najib Lathaam, until he mistakenly angered Adalric Brandl by not allowing him to leave the planet Najiba during its passage through the surrounding asteroid belt. Brandl used the Dark Side of the Force to strangle Arruna and kill her without touching her. (TFE)

Ars Opus

an Imperial freighter which was carrying a cargo of R2 astromech droids, it was overtaken by pirates but later captured by the Alliance. In what appeared to be a planned maneuver, some of the R2 units were programmed to be remotely controlled. When they were used by Alliance starpilots, they suddenly lost control of their ships and were captured. (XW)

Artel

an Imperial Security Bureau agent who worked with Wallace Fisk on Demophon. (SN)

Artesian Space Collage

an art form which consists of hanging objects suspended around a central point of interest. (TNR)

Artificial Gravity

most often used in spacestations and starships, artificial gravity is produced by special gravity generators to create the illusion of gravity where there exists no gravitational force, such as in deep space. (HSE)

Artillery Remote

this device is used by military field personnel to remotely fire heavy artillery weapons. (CCG3)

Artistic Integrity

this musical compilation by the band The Emperor's New Clothes featured a song that was also entitled Artistic Integrity. It was written to goad the band Red Shift Limits, who release an anti-Imperial cover of the TENC song, Totally Patriotic. (GG9)

Aruk

this Hutt was one of the most powerful members of the Besadii clan. A sibling of Zavval, it was Aruk who placed his nephew Kibbick in control of the Ylesian spice processing facility. Almost 900 years of age at the time of the inception of the New Order, Aruk was so corpulent that he was unable to perform simple movements. Aruk and Jiliac were the two most wealthy and powerful Hutts of their age, and they were continually striving to outdo each other in terms of profits. Aruk gave birth to the disfigured Hutt called Durga, and raised the child in the face of opposition from many other Hutts. When Jiliac realized that Aruk was going to cut off the supply of spice and slaves from Ylesia, he contacted Teroenza. The two devised a scheme in which poisoned nala-tree frogs - a favorite delicacy of Aruk’s - were fed to the old Hutt. Aruk consumed the frogs with abandon until his system could no longer take the abuse. Aruk died form the continual poisoning, and his nephew, Durga, suspected foul play. Durga had Aruks’ body frozen and sent to Coruscant for an autopsy, where the poison was identifed and isolated. (THG, RD)

Arunskin 32

a cargo skiff manufactured by GoCorp. It was tougher than the Bantha II skiff, without sacrificing cargo capacity. It measured 17.2 meters in length. (TME, GG7)

Aruza

this planet, the homeworld of the Aruzan race, was subjugated by the Empire. It had five moons. (TBH)

Aruzan

this fair, blue-skinned race of humanoids was native to the planet Aruza. The Aruzans had rounded heads covered with blue hair so dark it appears black. They had a form of group mind, which was accessed via an access port implanted behind their ears called an Attanni. They also were incapable of performing violence, and were easily subjugated by the Empire. Certain members of the race were taken to COMPNOR Redesign camps. There, their brains were heavily modified by surgical, chemical, and cybernetic techniques to turn them into a slave race of warriors. The Aruzans hired Dengar to eliminate Sinick Kritkeen, in an effort to remove the Imperial yoke. (TBH)

Aryon, Kant

Tour Aryon's husband, Kant was a retired conman. He was born into the lap of luxury, growing up the son of rich parents on Bethars. When he met Tour, he decided it was time to settle down. He became completely devoted to her, and married her about eight years before the Battle of Endor. (GG7)

Aryon, Tour

this ebony-skinned female was the Imperial governor of Tatooine during the Galactic Civil War. She was a slave to fashion, and was always seen wearing the latest clothes. Her contributions to the planet Tatooine were mainly cultural, despite her sharp intellect and quick wit. She had little regard for Mos Eisley. Tour was a native of the planet Treylon II. (TJP, GG7)

Aryx

this flightless, predatory bird is native to the planet Cerea. It was quite large in size, standing taller than most Cerean men. They are covered with white feathers broken by areas of blue and gray, and stride on the ground on long, thin legs. Aryx have a huge beak which they use to bite, hold, and tear their prey. The Cereans often domesticate the aryx for use as a mount, but they must always remember that the bord could turn on them if mistreated. (PTR)

Arzid

a planet known for its macaab mushrooms. It is also the site of a small Imperial outpost, where Grand Moff Muzzer was sentenced to serve for five years among the arachnors and tentacle-bushes. (PDS)

Asaari tree

a tree native to Bimmisaari, it can move its leaves and roots, appearing to be somewhat mobile. (HTTE)

Asation

one of the main worlds of the Gree Enclave, Asation is home to the crafters of the Gree race. It is also the gateway for visitors to the Enclave, as any being wishing to travel to one of the other Gree worlds must board the Rokak’k Baran there. It is a wet, high-pressure world covered with slimy wetlands and primitive jungles. It is believed that the Gree terraformed the world many millennia ago, using genetically-altered lifeforms to populate it. The Gree who are born to this world are much shorter than those Gree born on the homeworld of Gree. The average day on Asation lasts 18 standard hours, and its year encompasses 380 local days. (SWJ8)

Asbo

an modular conveyor used to smuggle Imperial goods into the Sepan System, it was captured by the Empire during the Sepan Civil War. (TIE)

Ascension Gun

this specialized gun was often used by adventurers and scouts, although it had many other practical uses. The ascension gun used a cylinder to compressed gas to project a heavy missile at a target. The missile was pointed, and was barbed with short teeth. The missile could penetrate nearly any surface, lodging into place securely. Attached to the missile was a length of sytherope or other strong wire. The syntherope was then attached to a small but powerful winch located on the ascension gun’s barrel. Once the missile was securly in position, the gun’s user could activate the winch and be pulled upward to the missile. (TPM)

Asgnat

this genetically engineered creature is used on Lur to burrow subterranean cities inside glaciers. (CSA)

Ash Ore

a valuable substance (DRO)

Asha

a red-furred Ewok huntress raised by the Corrina after she was separated from her sister, Kneesaa, when a hanadak captured her. Ra-Lee was killed in the attack, and Kneesaa was left alone with her father, Chief Chirpa. (ECAR)

Ashaad

a native of Eiattu, he was a Sergeant in the People’s Liberation Battalion. (XWWP)

Ashern

this Vratix political party complemented the Zaltin and Xucphra factions of humans on Thyferra. The Ashern were considered a terrorist group by the human factions, and was supposedly responsible for introducing contamination into a Xucphra bacta lot, at the direction of the Zaltin corporation. Erisi Dlarit's uncle discovered the contaminate in lot ZX1449F. The group was also known as Black Claw, in reference to the way in which they sharpened their foreclaws and painted themselves black to hide in the shadows. The Vratix became concerned about their human counterparts during the outbreak of the Krytos virus on Coruscant, seeing that the Imperial ties to the bacta cartels were becoming stronger. It was at this time that the Zaltin faction began supplying the Ashern with weapons and credits to maintain their attacks on Xucphra-aligned facilities. When they needed addiitonal help in planning their overthrow of Xucphra, they recalled Bror Jace from Rogue Squadron by falsely claiming his father was ill. They then arranged for Jace to "die" in an accident, making it possible for him to assit them without ties to any political body. They sent Qlaern Hirf to petition Wedge Antilles to champion the acceptance of the Vratix in the New Republic, in return for help in creating their own supply of bacta. Wedge agreed, but was unable to make a move when Ysanne Isard took control of Thyferra. (XWN, SWAJ, KT, BW)

Ashern Circle

this body of Vratix leaders governs the Ashern society on Thyferra. (KT)

Ashgad, Seti

this political contemporary of Senator Palpatine was one of the future Emperor’s main opponents. In political circles, he was known as the Golden Tempter, a tribute to his persuasive voice and charismatic speeches. He came from the hyperdrive design division of Incom Industries, where his major contribution was the design of the Z-95. Ashgad was sentenced to a prison term on the world fo Nam Chorios, where he came to power by filling in the void left when the Hutt Beldorian failed to maintain his hold on the populace. As Ashgad rose to power, he was subverted by the droch Dzym, who used Ashgad as his figurehead. Dzym kept Ashgad alive for many years beyond his natural lifespan by continually "recharging" his life energy, and a story was developed that Ashgad had a son. Then, still lively and youthful, Ashgad appeared as his own son and took control of the Rationalist Party on Nam Chorios. He arranged a meeting with Leia Organa-Solo, at the behest of Dzym, in order for the droch to launch his own assault on the galaxy. Organa-Solo was captured, and specially-created holo-vids dispatched to indicate she left Ashgad in good hands. Ashgad held her in his own complex on Nam Chorios until she escaped. Dzym took Ashgad and tried to flee the planet after the natives rose up in revolt, but their ship was destroyed before they made it out of the system. (POT)

Ashka Boda

an ancient Jedi Master who was murdered during the Jedi purge. He was the holder of a Holocron, of which Vodo Siosk-Baas was the Gatekeeper, at that time. Palpatine took control of the holocron and stole its secrets. (DE1)

Askaj

this desert planet is the homeworld of the Askajian race. Note that the Star Wars Customizable Card Game claims the name of this planet is Askajia. (TJP, CCG7)

Askajian

a humanoid race with deep familial traditions, the Askajians live on the desert world of Askaj. Their bodies have become extremely efficient at absorbing and storing water. An Askajian can survive for long periods in the open desert, returning in a thinned state. Upon consuming water, their bodies seem to inflate, hoarding the water for later use. The females have six breasts, which come in handy following the delivery of a litter of cubs. The cubs are not named until after their first birthday. Many Askajians raise tomuons for their milk, meat, and wool.

The Askajians was known for their luxurious fabric. (TJP, THG)

Askar

this Bothan clan discovered the Dresselian System, and settled in the system's asteroid belt to set up mining operations. They left the planet Dressel alone, recognizing that the evolving Dresselian race didn't need any interference. They were subjugated by Imperial forces that wanted the mining operations for their own uses, during the establishment of the New Order. (GG12)

Askarian Worm

a small, wriggly creature. (SWJ9)

ASP-series Droid

a tall, spindly general purpose droid manufactured by Indutrial Automaton, the Asp-series can be configured for many purposes. The basic construction of the ASP-series is centered on a spindly body connected by hundreds of servomotors. Heavy-duty hydraulic linkages allow the droids to perform the heaviest of menial duties. (SE, SWSE, BTM)

ASP-7

a series of ASP droids manufactured to be cargo movers. Like most other ASPs, they are thin constructs supported by hundreds of servomotors and hydraulic linkages, and can lift huge crates without a problem. (SWSE)

ASP-707

a series of menial labor droids often used to transport heavy loads from one location to another. (CCG9)

ASP-19

a series of ASP droids modified for use as assasin droids, under the command of Darth Vader. (SE, BTM)

Aspre Plunge

an exclusive resort set into the northern cliffs of Ataria Island on Spira. The resort itself extends over 100 meters below the surface of the ocean. (SWAJ)

Asrat

this planet was the home world of a group of religious pundits who worshipped a collection of holy children. The children loudly denounced the New Order, so the Empire sent their trained assassin Dengar to kill them. Dengar’s conscience suddenly began to resurface, and he opted to leave Imperial service rather than killing them. (TBH)

Assassin Droid

the name given to any number of droid types which are programmed seek out and eliminate a specific target. They can be programmed to kill an individual, or to take out an entire population. There were also the so-called war droids used as guards and soldiers in many upstart planetary armies. The IG-series of assassin droids was among the best as performed their duties. They were banned during Palpatine's rule as Emperor, after they started to be used against Imperial forces. (ESB, COTF, SWSB)

Assassins' Guild

an infrastructure set up to oversee the various activities performed by galactic assassins. It has a number of subdivisions, geared toward the specific professions, such as bounty hunters. The Elite Circle are a separate subdivision catering to large clients. Given that the majority of its members are wanted criminals, the Guild's operations and central location are a secret. (HSL)

Assault Frigate

basically a modified 700-meter-long Dreadnaught-class starship, the assault frigate was stripped of its outer shell to increase engine capacity and fuel efficiency. Two dorsal solar fins were also added, increasing maneuverability and energy production. There were no docking bays on an assault frigate, but there were 20 retractible docking tubes that could be extended from the ship's holds. The assault frigate was also equipped with a great deal of droid and computer-automated systems. (HTTE, RASB)

Assault Gunboat

generic name for the Cygnus Spaceworks Xg-1 Alpha-class starfighter. (XW)

Assault Shuttle

a 30-meter starship loaded with tractor beam projectors, sensor packages, harpoon guns, concussion missile launchers, and automated blaster cannons. Designed around the transportation and support of a 40 spacetrooper squadron, the assault shuttle had a crew of five and limited navicomputer capabilities. (ISB)

Assault Transport

a well-armed transport ship used by the Empire, such as the KonGar Ship Works ATR. (TIE)

Assessor

the Imperial customs frigate which once intercepted Roark Garnet as he tried to flee Imperial space. The Assessor was also the ship that intercepted Han Solo and Chewbacca during their most fateful Kessel Run. Han was forced to dump the load of spice he was transporting, but was unable to recover it and deliver it to Jabba the Hutt. This put him deeply in debt, and forced him to hide out on Tatooine. It was commanded by Tybert Capucot. (RPG, RD)

Astal Sector

an area of the galaxy located in the Outer Rim Territories. (GG9)

Astarta

a Captain in Isolder's entourage, she is the Prince's personal guard, and a native of Terephon (CPL)

Astenn

this was Kashan Santhe's code name, used while he was working with the Alliance cell on Lianna. (ML)

Asteroid Fortress

this was a form of space combat seige engine used by the Empire during the latter stages of the Galactic Civil War, as well as during the Empire’s early attempts to win victories against the New Republic. (TSK)

Asteroid Hopper

this small, needle-shaped starship wsa created by the Verpine for travel between the Roche asteroids. They have no weapons of shields, since they were not designed for combat. (SFS)

Asteroid ships

built by Stonehill Industries, used as tugs by Lando at Nomad City (HTTE)

Asteroid Theater

the location of Bithabus the Mystifier's stage on Hologram Fun World. (QE)

Asteroid-3

this was one of Mobquet’s most popular racing swoops. It had a flight ceiling of 35 meters, and was quite fast. (GCQ)

Astin

an Imperial Corvette operative during the Galactic Civil War. (TIE)

Astin, Fable

this tall, slender woman was a Captain in the Alliance military, and was the leader of the Harrier infiltration team. She was also a young Jedi in training. Fable was one of youngest beings ever appointed the rank of Captain, and at the age of 19 was also one of the youngest infiltration operatives. Her mother had been a Jedi Knight, and instructed Fable’s father in its uses. When Fable’s father was killed in a struggle with one of the Emperor’s Inquisitors, Fable and her mother were forced to flee and hide from Palpatine’s reach. Despite her military training and sensitivity to the Force, Fable was also easily distracted and moody. After her team suffered a loss during a mission to Nysza III, Fable was faced with the Dark Side of the Force in a confrontation with the Dark Jedi Vialco, who was guarding the Imperial communications bunker she was ordered to destroy. The bunker was taken out, but Vialco soundly defeated Fable in a short battle of wills. Later, in a chance encounter on the planet Iscera, Fable met Jaalib Brandl, and followed him back to Trulalis. There, she was introduced to Adalric Brandl, Jaalib’s father, and was given instruction in the deeper use of the Force to help her defeat Vialco. Despite the needs of Harrier Team, Fable remained on Trulalis for many months, striving too hard and making more mistakes than she thought she was capable of making. During her training, Fable fell in love with Jaalib, a relationship that Adalric forbade. He sent Jaalib back to Iscera and called Vialco to Trulalis, provoking a battle that renewed their aggressions. She was unaware of Adalric’s true intensions until she had defeated Vialco and refused to kill him outright. Adalric prodded her, then sent an image into her mind - that of Vialco recovering his lightsaber and lunging toward her. She spun her own lightsaber around and decapitated Vialco, only to snap out of the vision and realize that Vialco had never recovered the weapon. Adalric then imprisoned her, hoping to return her to the planet Byss as a gift to the Emperor. (SWJ8)

Astral

this was the name of Lord Allic’s personal ship. (MJEH)

Astrobatics

any sport in which starships are flown in complex patterns and maneuvers for the viewing pleasure of an audience. (LCF)

Astrogation

the scientific and practical use of stellar coordinates to calculate flight plans and trajectories in open space. (AC)

Astrogation Computer

also known as a NavCom, this device is used to determine the current coordinates of celestial bodies, and to help plot courses between them. (SW, HTTE, JS)

Astrogation Gazetteer

a regularly-published journal which describes the astrogation parameters required to fly from any planet to another planet. It keeps track of realspace and hyperspace positionings of spatil bodies, and details average trip durations. (RPG)

Astrogator-class Starship

these probe ships are often called "flatfish" because of their shape. The Astrogator-class is a flat, sensor-studded survey ship, and is used to collect all sorts of data from orbit. (BTS)

Astrographic Survey Institute

this New Republic agency was charged with the identification and survey of unexplored worlds. ASI defined the planetary coordinates used in navigation computers. (BTS, SOL)

Astrolabe

a New Republic Astrogator-class probe, it was rerouted from its normal survey mission to monitor the Koornacht Cluster just before the start of the Yevethan Great Purge. Etahn A'baht had asked his old friend, Kiles L'toth, to divert a survey ship to the Cluster before the Fifth Battle Group arrived there. However, the Astrolabe was discovered at Doornik-1142 by Vol Noorr and the Purity, which fired on the small survey ship and disabled it. The three crewmen were killed, and the entire incident was used by Nil Spaar as part of his plan to take over the New Republic. He publicly blamed Leia Organa-Solo for their deaths, since - he claimed - they were acting on her orders to scout out an invasion of the Cluster. (BTS, SOL)

Astromech Droid

these small droids were designed for use with small starfighters. They are basically self-contained navigation computers, but also are programmed for starship maintenance. Industrial Automation produced many of the best astromech droids, including the R2, R5, and R7 series. (SW, SCRE, DE1)

Astromech Heaven

this giant droid supermarket is located in the Lola Curich starport, on Lianna. In addition to selling new droids, Astromech Heaven provides service and repair facilities. (ML)

Astronav

this corporation manufactures starship course plotters used in luxury liners, such as the P127. (IJ)

Astroserver Industries

this conglomerate produced such things as tracking devices. (CFG)

Asylum Station

a name used by slave traders to denote Crseih station. It is well-known among slavers because Hethrir uses it as a clearing house for the slaves he culls from the Empire Youth camp. (CS)

Asyr Sei'lar

this female Bothan was living in the Invisible Sector of the Coruscant underworld when Rogue Squadron infiltrated the planet

prior to the New Republic's assault on it. She was a member of the Alien Combine, noticeable by her black pelt, which is punctuated by white splotches on her chest, head, and hands. She tried to come onto Gavin Darklighter, who rejected her. She labelled him a bigot, and brought him to the Combine for punishment. She was a graduate of the Bothan Military Academy, graduating a year behind Peshk Vri'syk. This training earned her the respect of the Rogues and the New Republic, and she was given a place in the squadron following the liberation of Coruscant. She and Gavin became romantically involved, but were discreet about it. She was watched by Borsk Fey'lya, who had hoped that Asyr would remain loyal to the Bothan political ideals and could provide potentially damaging information about the Rogues. She refused his demands, and remained loyal to the Squadron. (WG, KT)

AT-AT

Imperial All-Terrain Armored Transport vehicle, an elephantine assault tank built at the Kuat Drive Yards. These 15-meter-tall machines lumber around on four atriculated legs. They require a crew of three to operate, although much of the war machine's motion is controlled by sophisticated artificial intelligence. The AT-AT can carry up to 40 troops and 400 kilograms of cargo. Armed with two fire-linked heavy laser cannons and two fire-linked medium blasters on its head-like cockpit, the AT-AT was designed to inspire fear in the enemies of the Empire. General Veers was a proponent of the AT-AT, and purposely overlooked the fact that the AT-AT could be toppled by a cable wrapped around its legs. Although this weakness was used effectively by the Alliance on Hoth, the Empire continued to use the AT-AT to install fear. (ESB, DFRSB, TME)

AT-AT Swimmer

a version of the Imperial walker that is used in aquatic environments. (GG9)

At-Computer Link

this device, manufactured by Crozo Industrial Products, allows a cyborg to use a comlink connection to a mainframe computer in the immediate area. The range is about 1,000 meters unless a relay link is established. (CFG)

AT-PT

All-Terrain Personal Transport vehicle; a squat, single-pilot transport which was developed about the time of the Katana fleet, but which was never mass-produced. It was similar to the AT-ST, only smaller in stature. It is armed with a twin blaster cannon and a concussion grenade launcher. (DFR, DFRSB)

AT-ST

All-Terrain Scout Transport vehicle; a two-legged version of the AT-AT, used as a scout vehicle and in areas where agility is required. The 8.6-meter-tall AT-ST was mass-produced by the Balmorrans. It has a crew of two, and can transport up to 40 kilograms of cargo. It is armed with a twin blaster cannon, and twin light blaster cannon, and a concussion grenade launcher. (ESB, ROTJ, DE2, DFRSB, EGV)

AT-ST/A

this variant of the original AT-ST design is significantly larger than a basic AT-ST, standing over 10 meters in height. The AT-ST/A has improved gyro-balancing systems, and their legs have greater reinforcement. They are armed with a single heavy blaster cannon. (EGV)

AT-VT

a pittin Leia Organa had as a childhood pet on Alderaan. She named the pale pink creature an All-Terrain Attack Vehicle. (COJ)

Ataria Island

this island, located in the oceans of Spira, is the site of the planet's major spaceport and resorts. The island is formed on the north and west by spectacular cliffs, and by luxurious beachs on the east and south. (SWAJ)

Atawar

a Ripoblus escort shuttle used during the Sepan Civil War, as well as in battle against the Empire. (TIE)

Atgar Corporation

manufacturers of cheap, low-powered anti-vehicle weapons. (RPG, ISB)

Athega system

a system which contains Nkllon, it has no planets capable of sustaining life, but is an invaluable source of metals. (HTTE, TLC)

Ather

a manufacturing world known for its assembled computer components. (GMH)

ATL

this Air-To-Land vehicle was similar in shape to the cockpit of a Y-Wing bomber, but had a pair of retractable landing foils on either side. (DCAR)

Atloran

the third planet in the Panto System, Atloran is a lifeless sphere that has nonetheless been used for recreation. It is known for its zero-gravity campgrouds and amusement parks. (DFRSB)

Atmosphere Containment Field

an field-projecting device which generates an impenetrable energy field used to keep an atmosphere on only one side of the field. They can be used on space stations or capital ships to keep the atmosphere inside the docking bays until the starfighters need to launch. They can conversely be used to keep a hostile planet's storms and harsh weather out of a building. (SW, COTF)

Atmosphere Flyer

a generic term for any low-altitude repulsorcraft, such as the T-16 skyhopper. (CSW)

Atmostide

this is the name given to any amtospheric storm caused on planets which have little or no natural water. (POT)

Atomic Drive

an out-dated form of ion drive, the atomic drive was replaced by the Hoersch-Kessel Ion Drive. These drives use a fission reactor to generate electromagnetic waves that reflect off the space-time fabric of realspace, creating momentum. They are extremely radioactive, and must be stored in a pod that is kept away from the living and working areas of the rest of the ship. (SWSB)

Atomic Reactor

an out-dated form of power converter, the atomic reactor has been replaced by the fusion reactor. It employed atomic fission to generate energy, which in turn generated large amounts of heat and radiation. This made them very dangerous to use. (SWSB)

Atori, Otias

this native of Trulalis was Adalric Brandl's mentor. Otias was a famous theatrical actor before becoming a director and acting teacher. He was unable to keep Brandl from answering Palpatine's call to become a Dark Jedi, and strove to save Adalric’s young son, Jaalib, from a similar fate. Otias reprimanded Brandl when he returned to Trulalis some twelve years later, although Brandl hoped that he could assist in returning to the light side of the Force. (TFE, SWJ8)

ATR

KonGar Ship Works' Assault Transport ship, the ATR measures 45 meters in length. Rated at 65 MGLT, these ships were larger and better-armed versions of the original stormtrooper transports built by Telgorn Corporation. The hull of the ATR is rated at 50 RU. Each ATR is equipped with the following shipboard components:

(TIE)

Atraken

this planet is the second world in the Kattellyn System, and was ravaged during the Clone Wars. The once-beautiful landscape supported Human and Ee life, but was reduced to an arid wasteland. There were few survivors. Many inhabitants fled to the moon of Trilos to live in pressurized settlements. Atraken rotates once every twenty standard hours. Its year lasts 304 local days. It has three moons. (PG2)

Atraken Hope

this is one of two ships in the Atraken fleet to survive the devastation of the Clone Wars. However, it is no longer functional, and serves as a source of parts for the Atraken Memory. (PG2)

Atraken Memory

this is one of two ships in the Atraken fleet to survive the devastation of the Clone Wars. It is barely functional, and is based at Starport Touchdown. (PG2)

Atrakenite Guild of Miners

this guild manages the day-to-day operations of the mines on Atraken's moon, Trilos. (PG2)

Atravis sector

area of the galaxy ravaged by Moff Tarkin early in his career. It is known for its marble and bronze furniture. (COJ)

Atrig

this large, orange star is at the center of the Atrig System, located in the Outer Rim Territories. (PG2)

Atrisi System

planetary system which was home to the Kitel Phard dynasty. (ISB)

Atrisian Corps

this was the term given to one of the Imperial Army's four major army components. Along with line, armor, and mobile corps, the Atrisian Corps was responsible for secretly infiltratin enemy positions. (ISB)

Atrisian System

the military forces placed in this system by the Empire were responsible for the creation of the FD system of artillery classification. (ISB)

Atrium

a park created for the use of the passengers aboard the Star of Empire. (GOF10)

Atrium 41

this housing block is found in the Trasli District of the city of Talos, on the planet Azterri. It has fifteen living levels, but was run-down and a virtual slum when Akanah and Luke Skywalker arrived on Atzerri. It was owned by Akanah's natural father, Joreb Goss. (SOL)

Atrivis Day

this Alliance freighter group was attacked and destroyed during the Imperial attack on the Organarms facility, during the Galactic Civil War. (TIE)

Atrivis Resistance Group

born from the resistance groups on Fest, the ARG was created when firm communications links were formed between Fest and Mantooine, as well as with other resistance pockets in the Atrivis Sector. The command of the ARG was set up on an abandoned space station in the Gerenis System, and was fed by a complex underground information network. When Mon Mothma asked them to link their network with the growing, galaxy-wide Alliance, there was heated discussion among the ARG's leadership, but they eventually agreed, signing the Treaty of Gerenis and officially joining the War. (RASB)

Atrivis sector

area of the galaxy which contains Generis, located in the Outer Rim. (TLC)

Atron's Mistress

Greezim Trentacal's slaving ship, it also served as his personal command center. The Mistress was a custom-built Zuraco cargo hauler, measuring 87.3 meters in length and armed with a single turret-mounted medium turbolaser. The inside of the ship was large enough to transport up to 185 enslaced beings, along with a crew of four. Trentacal rarely left the safety of the ship, and his quarters were well-appointed. (SWJ8, TFE)

Attack Frigate

a capital ship (HTTE)

Attack Pattern Delta

the spacing and attack formation used by the Alliance's snowspeeders when attacking the Imperial walkers during the Battle of Hoth. It was developed by Beryl Chiffonage and Luke Skywalker. (ESBR, RASB)

Attahox

this poor, stench-ridden garbage world is best known for the phosovane salts produced there. Han Solo once tried to pick up a load of salts during an Alliance mission with Princess Leia, and became entangled with the Five. (CSWDW)

Attanni

this cybernetic link is used by the Aruzan race. With a data port located behind their ears, the Aruzans can commune and share emotions via the Attanni. When two Aruzans decide to bond for life, they can share their intimate thoughts and dreams through the Attanni. The Attanni strips away emotion and lays bare the knowledge and memories of both parties. (TBH)

Attark

this Hoover lived in Jabba the Hutt’s Tatooine residence. (CCG7)

Attichitcuk

Chewbacca's father, this great, gray Wookiee often goes by the nickname Itchy. (WSB, TT)

Atuarre

this Trianii female was born to a life of comfort and peaceful contemplation on the planet Trian. She had no dreams of becoming a Trianii Ranger, until she fell in love with Keeheen. They were soon married, and Atuarre began training as a Ranger. Atuarre beame pregnant during her training, and had to break it off when she gave birth to Pakka. The family moved to the Trianii colony world of Fibuli, where their services as Rangers were needed. However, this idyllic family life was quickly shattered when the Corporate Sector Authority moved in an annexed the Trianii colony worlds, including Fibuli. Keeheen resisted with every ounce of his being, and he and Pakka were taken prisoner and sent to prison to ensure thier silence. Atuarre, bereft of her family, began to concentrate on becoming the best Ranger she could possibly be, and quickly was elevated to Ranger status. She then set out to find her husband and son. Atuarre managed to rescue her son during a prisoner transfer in Authority space, but could not find her mate. Pakka's traumatized state hardened her resolve to defy the Authority and find Keeheen. She joined Rekkon's team in order to discover his whereabouts, working as an apprentice agronomist. She later helped Han Solo break the secret of Stars' End by impersonating Madam Atuarre, the leader of a band of entertainers sent to Stars' End by as a replacement for another act. There, she was able to rescue Keeheen. They returned to Trianii space, where Atuarre became a physical trainer for the Ranger cadets. Atuarre is distinguishable by her striped pelt, yellow and green eyes, and her meter-long tail. She was a native of the planet Trian. (HSE, CSA)

Aturi Cluster

during the Galactic Civil War, this section of the galaxy was a hotbed of Alliance support until the White Death Scimitar Assault Wing took out much of the Alliance's resistance. (ISB)

ATX-5

this Rendili StarDrive commercial hyperdrive was a moderately expensive way to back up a starship’s basic hyperdrive. It was rated about a fourth the speed of a stock hyperdrive. (GG6)

Atzerri

this temperate planet was part of the trail Akanah followed, in her search for the Fallanassi. She and Luke Skywalker went to Atzerri after they failed to locate the Fallanassi on Teyr. The planet is the site of a shipyard at which Lando Calrissian was shown the damage that occurs to a ship's systems due to entry and exit from hyperspace. Atzerri was one of the member planets of the Free Trader Worlds. (SOL)

AT3 Directive

this was the designation of an order given with the Emperor’s command,and overrides nearly any Imperial protocol. (MJEH)

Aubade

this is the name of the style of music performed by jizz bands. (ROJR)

Audacious

this Lianna-class corvette was of the customs patrol fleet that worked in the Lianna System during the Galactic Civil War. When the Audacious discovered smugglers or pirates, it would herd their ships toward its sister ship, the Reliant, which remained just outside sensor range. Modified from the basic design, the Audacious measured 150 meters in length and was armed with six double turbolaser cannons. (ML)

Audit Droid

any droid programmed for business or financial applications. (QE)

Auditor

an Imperial IPV-1 patrol craft assigned to the Demophon system. (SN)

Auditor-General

this Corporate Sector Authority figure observes the operation of the CSA and roots out corruption and inefficiency. The Auditor-General works at the direction of the Prex. (CSA)

Aura Blossom

a bright, deep-blue, bioluminescent flower native to the forest moon of Endor. (ECAR)

Aurebesh

this was one of the dominant languages used throughout the galaxy, rivaled only by the Basic language. It had a somewhat better ability to convey technical information that Basic. (SOP)

Auril Systems

this group of Core star systems was originally composed of nine unique systems. During the Great Sith War, three of the systems were destroyed, creating the area of the galaxy known as the Cron Drift. The remaining six systems remain intact, including the Adega System and the spaceport world Nespis VIII. (TOJ, DE2)

Aurra Sing

this bounty roamed the streets of Mos Espa in the last years of the Old Republic, looking for fugitives hoping to escape in the melange of creatures found there. (YJC)

Austan Cluster

many of the properties in this cluster of asteroids were owned by Meysen Kayson. (SWAJ)

Autarch

a Sovereign-class Star Destroyer that was under construction when the Emperor Palpatine was reborn on the planet Byss. (DE1)

Authority Cash Voucher

a plastic data card which denotes a certain sum of credits due to its holder. (HSE)

Authority Currency Exchange

an automated kiosk which takes in various commodities, such as precious metals, gems, and non-standard currencies, and converts their value into the credit standard. It then issues the owner of these commodities an Authority Cash Voucher in return. (HSE)

Authority Data Center

located on Orron III, the Corporate Sector Authority's Data is a vast repository of the data necessary to keep the Authority in a position of power. (HSE)

Authority Merchant Marine

the Corporate Sector Authority's private shipping union. (HSR)

Authority Starship Code Safety Regulations

known as "askers" by the outlaw techs of the Corporate Sector, these regulations define specific attributes that all starships operating in the Sector must adhere to. These regulations affect all aspects of starship modifications, including weaponry, shielding, hull plating, sensors, escape mechanisms, landing gear, power plants, communications, propulsion and braking, cargo space allocation, and passenger accommodations. Starships that didn't meet the code were impounded, unless the owner carried an Authority Waiver that noted those systems not up to code. (CSA)

Authority Waiver

any authorization provided by the Corporate Sector Authority that allows certain inspections to be bypassed. They are most often issued to those starships under the Authority's control, so that they can bypass the normal takeoff, landing, and safety inspections that are performed on most other ships. Many smugglers have forged Waivers that allow them access to certain spaceports. (HSE)

Autin, Bront

this Imperial was a COMPNOR Art Group Monitor, serving under Kem Tija in Sanbra Sector. He discovered Tem Eliss was about to publish the University of Sanbra Guide to Intelligent Life, and tried to detain Eliss. He was unable to capture Eliss before the academic escaped, and the Guide went into underground publication on student networks. (GG12)

Auto-mover

any self-motivated transport vehicle which can be programmed move materials from one place to another. (HSR)

Auto-rover

any automated defense system that uses remote sensors to detect the presence of an intruder. These systems are often employed around satellites and space stations, to allow them extra time to prepare for an attack. (VOF)

Autoblaster

this ancient weapon was the fore-runner to the blaster cannon. Like modern blasters, it produced a high-intensity packet of coherent light which could be shot into a target. Unlike midern weapons, the autoblaster simply let fly with a salvo of bolts that were hard to aim and of relatively low power. (SH)

Autobow

this old style of weapon resembles a longbow, but has automatic loading mechanisms as well as assisted tensioning. (POT)

Autochef

any automated food preparation unit. (GG9)

Autodoc

any automated medical station. (COJ)

Autohopper

any pre-programmed vehicles assigned to a specific task. (HSL)

Autotourniquet

this medical device is used to stop the flow of blood from a limb by compressing the vessel with a force field. (ESBR)

Autowrench

any powered wrench-like hand-tool that suuplies additional torque via an internal power source. (LCF)

Autumna Planitia

an expanse of land near Margess Base. (RPG)

Auyemesh

this planet is found in the Almanian System. The inhabitants of the planet were wiped out by Dolph's remote-detonation droids following his attack on Pydyr. (TNR)

Av'muru

this Ishori was the Captain of the warship Predominance. Even when Leia Organa-Solo knew of the cloaked Star Destroyers behind Bothawui's comets, Av'muru chose not to listen to her and continued to focus on what he believed was a Diamalan attack. This supposed attack came after the Vengeance group managed to infiltrate the ship and fire on Drev'starn. (VOF)

Avabush

this is one of the few forms of plantlife on the planet Baros. It is a prickly, cactus-like plant, and is the primary form of food consumed by the Brubbs. (GG4)

Avabush Spice

a spice which acts as a truth serum. When administered, it induces sleepiness in the patient. It comes from a thorny plant. (ZHR, MMY)

Avalon

this Alliance Commander oversaw the transport of Imperial prisoners on the Celestial, and arranged for the crew of the Long Shot to supplement the Celestial’s crew. (OS)

Avarice

this Imperial-II class Star Destroyer was part of the fleet commanded by Ysanne Isard shortly after the battle of Endor. She used it to protect the planet Thyferra, along with the Lusankya, Corrupter, and Virulence, during her short reign there. It was commanded by Sair Yonka, who took the ship with him when he defected to the New Republic. It was then renamed the Freedom and saw extensive duty at the Battle of Thyferra. (BW)

Avaro Sookcool

this Rodian associate of Lando Calrissian ran a seedy casino in Equator City, on Rodia. Avaro spoke Basic well enough, but he had a lisp which impeded his speech. He was also Greedo's uncle, but held no grudge against Lando and Leia Organa, claiming "business is business." Avaro was also a member of the Black Sun organization. (SE)

Avatar-10

this Corellian Engineering hyperdrive was designed to be compatible with virtually any starship system. It was about half as fast as a stock hyperdrive, it was extremely reliable. (GG6)

Aved Luun

this female Jawa was the mate of Kalit, and the shaman of her tribe. She suspected that Wittin was plotting to kill Kalit, but had no proof. (CCG7)

Avenger

the nickname given to the TIE Advanced by Imperial pilots. (TIE)

Avenger

an Imperial-I class Star Destroyer under the command of Captain Needa, its mission was to search out the Alliance's bases following the Battle of Yavin. The Star Destroyer participated in the suppression of over 436 planets - many of which were found in the Outer Rim Territories -and it was the lead ship in the attack on the Alliance's Hoth base. It was temporarily disabled by the Alliance's ion cannon, but it later assisted in the hunt for the Millennium Falcon. The Star Destroyer remained at the forefront of the Imperial fleet, serving as the communications vessel in the Battle of Endor and participating in the Battle of Calamari. It was later under the command of Sedriss the Executor during the period when Sedriss was initiating Operation Shadow Hand. (ESB, ROTJ, DE1, DE2, SWSB, CCG4)

Avenger Squadron

this squadron of starfighters was proposed by Ysanne Isard to Corran Horn, while Horn was imprisoned at Lusankya. She told him that Avenger Squadron would be his to command against the Rogue Squadron. This, among other promises and deceptions, did not lure Horn into her control. (KT)

Averam

planet on which Winter was known as the Targeter during the Rebellion. According to Rebellion, Averam is in the Sesswenna Sector. (TLC, REB)

Averen

this Imperial Navy Captain was in command of the Monarch. He surrendered to Admiral Ackbar's fleet after negotiations when the New Republic took control of Coruscant. (WG)

Averill System

this planetary system was located about five lightyears from a 1,000-kilometer-wide dumping ground for three private courier services. The couriers would dump their undelivered and expended datacards into the system. (SWAJ)

Averist

one of the human natives of the planet Averam. (TLC)

Aves

co-pilot of the Wild Kaarde. (HTTE)

Avian Cryer

a predator native to Orellon II. (SWAJ)

Aviar

white, flying creatures native to the planet Drall. (AS)

Aviary, The

this was the term used by the local residents of Valrnya to describe the area of the city in which the pilots tended to reside. (IJ)

Avionics Control

shipboard computers that aid in maneuvering starfighters. They allow the pilot to concentrate on other duties. (SCRE)

Avog

this is the name given to the true leader of the Avogwi people. The position of Avog is determined by ceremonial battles, as described by Toro-toral. Although ceremonial, these battles are fought to the death. (GG4)

Avogwi

tall, predatory birds native to Altor 14, they have three opposable fingers on each wing. They are primitive and lawless, and despise technology. They are often called Altorian Birds. Much of the Avogwi society is dominated by the teachings of Toro-toral, which detail the elaborate ritual duels among Avogwi. Many Avogwi found off their homeworld are employed as bounty hunters. Emperor Palpatine subjugated a number of Avogwi during the New Order, using drugs and the Dark Side of the Force to keep the Avogwi hallucinating about their deepest fears. They were then used as vicious guards, while stormtroopers were used for more important tasks. The Avogwi are carnivorous. It is scientifically possible that the Avogwi and Nuiwit are descended from the same ancestors, although neither race will admit to it. (GG4, COJ)

Avril

a flying predator native to the moon Yavin 8, the avril is a two-meter-long creature with an eight-meter wingspan. It has a razor-sharp beak and twenty-centimeter claws which it uses to attack and kill reels. The avrils have vibrant blue beaks and talons, and dark black plumage. (LW)

Avuae Sea

located on the planet Carosi XII, the Avuae was formed when the Carosi star began to expand. The star consumed the five innermost planets in the system, and gradually began to warm up the others. Carosi XII was a frozen ball of ice, but began to melt during the expansion. Since then, the single-celled life that was dormant in the ice has blossomed, and the Avuae teems with life. It provides the displaced Carosites with a ready source of protein. (PG2)

Ax-108

this BlasTech starship blaster cannon is known as a "ground buzzer." The Ax-108 is designed to be concealed on the underside of the ship's hull. When activated, the Ax-108 drops down out of its compartment and can be aimed at the target. The Ax-108 has a 360-degree range of motion, but it has limited firepower. It is designed to take out approaching ground forces during a hasty departure from a spaceport; interstellar use is limited. (CCG)

Ax-235

this Alliance listening post was hidden in an asteroid belt in the Cron Drift. This post supposedly intercepted a transmission of the plans to the first Death Star, just before the Battle of Yavin. (XW)

Axet

an Alliance transport group destroyed during the Galactic Civil War. (TIE)

Ayddar Nylykerka

a New Republic asset tracking officer, he was part of the initial team set up to track the location of former Imperial warships. Ayddar was a Tammarian, and had many wives on Coruscant. Ayddar was responsible for deciphering the data recovered from the Gnisnal and highlighting the missing Black Fleet to Admiral Ackbar. (BTS)

Ayehe Dance Troop

this group of Twi'lek dancers, led by Ardana Mitt'Ayehe, was popular throughout the Tion during the New Order. (ML)

Ayelixe/Krongbing Textiles

this fabric and textile manufacturer was one of the original Signatory Sponsors of the Corporate Sector Authority. They were the leading manufacturer of uniforms for the Imperial armed forces. (CSA)

Ayrou

this alien race is characterized by its blood-chilling voice. (SOP)

Azaria 66

this propulsion unit was manufactured by Alkherrodyne Propulsion. It was engineered in accordance with their corporate "programmed obsolescence" mandate, and was poorly designed. When it started exploding in the field and lawsuits started rolling in, Alkherrodyne falsely accused Klaus Vandangante of being negligent in his engineering. Both Vandangante and Alkherrodyne were bankrupted because of the failure of the Azaria 66. (CSA)

Azarin

an Imperial General killed on Lafra when the CSPL-12 projectile launcher one of his troops was using jammed. An official investigation later revealed that the trooper was in error. (ISB)

Azbeth

sister of the Singing Mountain clan on Dathomir. (CPL)

Azbrian

Condren Foreck's home planet. (AC)

Azkulkt

a city on the planet Rordak. (PG)

Azna

a nondescript planet in the Rayter Sector. (CRO)

Azool

this ancient Falleen managed an antiques store in the Southern Underground of Coruscant. In reality, Azool was portrayed by Xizor’s niece, Savan. (SEE)

Azool’s Antiques

this artifact dealership was owned by the old Falleen Azool, and was located in the Southern Underground of Coruscant. (SEE)

Azur-Jamin, Daye

Tinian I'att's finacee and a Force-sensitive individual, Daye worked in the research and development division of I'att Armament. He was close to Strephan I'att, and the two of them collaborated on an anti-blaster energy field during the reign of Emperor Palpatine. When Imperial Moff Eisen Kerioth decided to steal the designs for his own work, he executed Strephan and his wife, Augusta, in front of Daye and Tinian. Daye and Tinian's bodyguard, the Wookiee Wrrl, managed to get Tinian to safety. After making sure she escaped from Druckenwell with the plans to the energy field's technology, Daye destroyed the I'att complex. Unfortunately, he was caught in the resulting desctruction and was nearly killed before he could rendezous with Tinian. He was rescued by the local underground, and eventually recovered. However, he had many body parts replaced with cybernetic implants. Rather than endanger Tinian further, Daye remained with the underground and eventually joined the Alliance. He worked for the cell led by Una Poot, and was responsible for aiding the Sunesi in their battles against the Empire. When Daye met Agapos the Ninth, the Sunesi used his ability with the Force to see what was troubling Daye, and explained that he needed to find Tinian and let her know he was alive. (TFE, TBH, SWJ10)

Azure Dianoga

an Invisible Sector cantina located on Coruscant. (WG)

Azuroth Khell

this Kalzerian was a native of the Kost province. He became part of the resistance that grew on Kalzeron shortly after the Empire subjugated the planet. Khell and his comrades fled Kalzeron in order to train and obtain weapons, but the Empire withdrew from the planet shortly after the Battle of Endor. When the members of the resistance returned home, they were branded cowards and traitors to their people. Outcast from his own world, Khell wandered the galaxy as a hired gun and mercenary, until he was picked up by Executive Results. The leaders of this corporation were so impressed with his skills that they brought him to the attention on Saujutta-Ok-Topii herself. Saujutta recognized his potential, and placed Khell in charge of the forces that were neutralizing the enemies of Syndicate One. (SWJ8)

A14

Aratech’s one-man repulsorlift disk. This transport is simply a disk, onto which are mounted several repulsorlift pocket drives and a command module and guardrail. They are primarily used by construction worker who have to reach inaccessible areas to complete their work. It measures about one meter in diameter, and stands about 1.5 meters tall. (CFG)

A2

  1. this small ion engine is manufactured by Surronian for use on the Conqueror starship. They are smaller, and less powerful, than the A2.5 engine. (EGV)
  2. this was the designation of a Viper probe droid guarding Zsinj's facilities on Xartun. (WS)

A2.5

this Surronian ion engine is larger and more powerful than the A2-grade engine. (EGV)

A280

one of the best armor-piercing blasters produced during the Galactic Civil War, the Blas-Tech A280 was reputed to be able to cut a fully-armored stormtrooper in half. (RASB, TLC)

A295

this BlasTech blaster rifle as favored by marksmen and snipers for its accuracy and range. It was employed by those who worked in hostile environments, and was standard issue to the Alliance forces stationed at Echo Base on Hoth. (CCG9)

A3

this was the designation of a Viper probe droid guarding Zsinj's facilities on Xartun. (WS)

A68 Market

located on the first Death Star in city sprawl North 7:A68, this was the home of the station's largest and most active network of black marketeers. Overseen by Gorsick Dommaro, it provided Imperial personnel with access to most forms of weapons, illegal holovids, and personal electronics. These items were obtained through a complex series of contacts and couriers spread througout the nearby sprawls. No specific location was ever identified. (DSTC)

A99 Aquata Breather

this small, thin device is often found in survival kits and utility belts. The A99 breather, when inserted into the user’s mouth, extracts oxygen from the surrounding water, allowing the user to swim underwater and "breath" through their mouths. The A99 Aquata breather resembles a small, curved mouthpiece. (SW1)