Tchuukthai
Species: Tchuukthai
Home Planet: Unknown
Tchuukthai
Tchuukthai, also called Wharls, were sapient ceratopsian quadrupeds from the Unknown Regions. They had bristly fur on their shoulders and back, while natural armor plating covered their head, joints, and vital organs. Even where there was no armor, their skin was thick and leathery, offering natural protection. Those that had dealings with other species generally wore clothing, while others did not.
The Tchuukthai were considered semi-mythical non-sentient creatures for millennia. The Tchuukthai encouraged, and possibly propagated, this view with displays of bestial ferocity that discouraged explorers and curious visitors. Their quadrupedal nature and inability to speak Basic with their fang-filled mouths only reinforced the misconception. A number of famous love poems were composed by Tchuukthai, although they translated poorly into Basic.
A Jedi Master befriended the Tchuukthai later known as Thon, who was instructed in the Jedi arts and eventually became a Jedi Master himself around the time of the Great Sith War. Thon's nature was unknown even to most Jedi for millennia, though it's possible others of the species left (or were taken from their unknown homeworld as captive beasts) into the galaxy.
The Tchuukthai were, at least, aware of the Lugubraa, as they were credited with naming the Lugubraa's place of origins, the Stratos Distribution.
Bureaucrats from the Galactic Republic Bureau of Xenology labeled Thon a "Wharl", though the Jedi Master declined to refute or acknowledge the designation or any other speculation as to his origins.
The Tchuukthai were generally quite thoughtful, and although they would often put on displays of ferocity for outsiders, disdained fighting. Some enjoyed meeting outsiders while others preferred to be left alone.
Common Tchuukthai Names:
Bval
Drol
Gaarx
Huun
Nrak
Tkur
Zvod
Average Tchuukthai: Dexterity 1D, Knowledge 2D, Mechanical 2D, Perception 2D, Strength 3D, Technical 2D.
Attribute Dice: 12D
DEXTERITY 1D/3D
KNOWLEDGE 1D+1/4D
MECHANICAL 1D/4D
PERCEPTION 2D/4D
STRENGTH 2D+1/5D
TECHNICAL 1D/4D
Special Abilities:
Natural Armor: Tchuukthai possess natural armor that provides them with a +2 pip bonus to Strength rolls made to resist damage.
Quadruped: Tchuukthai normally walk on all fours. When doing so, they cannot carry anything heavier than 2 kilograms in either hand, but they can carry triple the normal allowed amount on their backs. Tchuukthai also receive a +1D bonus to Brawling Parry skill rolls made to resist trips and tackles.
Story Factors:
Legendary: The existence of the Tchuukthai is considered rumor across most of the galaxy.
Move: 12/14 (when on all fours; they can only move one-third this amount when walking upright)
Size: Unlisted (Large)
Source: Wookieepedia (For the Tchuukthai Description)