Filvian

Filvians

Filvians are intelligent quadrupeds that evolved in the stark deserts of Filve. While they can survive in the harsh conditions of the desert, they much prefer cooler temperatures to be found in the extreme regions of their world and on other planets. Their front two legs have dexterous three-toed feet, which they also use for tool manipulation (a Filvian can walk on two legs, but they are much slower when forced to move in this manner). They have a large water and fat storage hump along their backs, as well as several smaller body glands that serve the same function and give their bodies a distinctive "bumpy" appearance. They have a covering of short, light hair, which ranges from light brown to yellow or white in color.

Filvians are efficient survivors, capable of going as along as 30 standard days without food or water. They enjoy contact with other species and it is this desire to mingle with others that inspired the Filvians to construct an Imperial class starport on their planet.

Once a primitive people, the Filvians have learned, and in some cases mastered, modern technology and computers in particular. Filvian computer operators and repair techs are highly respected in their field, and many of the galaxy's most popular computer systems had Filvian programmers.

Filvians are good-natured, with a fondness for communication and sharing different perspectives. They are eager to learn about others and make every effort to understand the perspectives of others. The Filvians sided with the New Republic approximately three years before Thrawn's return, but have been very cautious
since the fighting has increased. They would clearly prefer to see the New Republic triumph, but are very
anxious about Thrawn's efforts.

Filvian
Attribute Dice: 10D
DEXTERITY 1D/3D
KNOWLEDGE 1D/4D
MECHANICAL 1D+1/4D+2
PERCEPTION 1D/3D
STRENGTH 1D+2/4D
TECHNICAL 2D/5D+1

Special Abilities:

Technology Aptitude: The Filvians are quick studies of technology. At the time of character creation, they receive 2D for every 1D placed in any Technical skills.
Stamina: As desert creatures, Filvians have great stamina. They automatically have +2D in stamina and survival: desert and can advance both skills at half the normal Character Point cost until they reach 8D.

Story Factors:

Fear of the Empire: Filvians are fearful of the Empire because of its prejudice against aliens.
Curiosity: Filvians are attracted to new technology and unfamiliar machinery. When encountering new mechanical devices, Filvians must make a Moderate willpower roll (at a-lD penalty) or they will be unable to prevent themselves from examining the device.

Move: 8/10
Size: 1.2-1.9 meters tall

Source: The Thrawn Trilogy Sourcebook (page 144)