Editing Twi’lek

[[File:Twilek.jpg|thumb|left|Twi'lek]]

'''Species:''' Twi'lek<br />
'''Home Planet:''' [[Ryloth]]<br />
'''Twi'lek''' <br />
Twi'leks (pronounced /'twilɛk/) were an omnivorous humanoid species originating from the planet [[Ryloth]]. They tended to eat cultivated molds, fungi, and rycrit meat. Their distinctive features included colorful skin, which varied in pigment from individual to individual, and a pair of shapely prehensile tentacles that grew from the base of their skulls. The tentacles, called "brain-tails", "lekku", "tchun-tchin", or "head-tails" were advanced organs used for communication and cognitive functions. Twi'leks possessed a fairly standard humanoid vocal structure and were capable of learning most alien languages; however, they usually preferred their native language of Ryl, which incorporated subtle movement of the lekku. When they wished, they could even communicate in complete secrecy using their versatile brain-tails. Twi'lek females were often used as slaves or dancers because of their beauty; they were rarely taken as wives for alien grooms, however.<br /> 

'''Biology & Appearance:''' <br />
The two most striking features of a Twi'lek were their broad range of skin coloration within the species, and pair of brain-tails. The brain tails, also called "tchun-tchin" or "lekku", protruded down the back of the skull and contained part of a Twi'lek's brain. The very word "Twi'lek" was believed to be derived from semi-Basic "twin lekku". A Twi'lek's brain-tails served many purposes in their daily lives and culture, storing fat and being used as erogenous zones. The Twi'lek's native language of Ryl was spoken using a combination of words and subtle movements of the lekku. Newborn Twi'leks had no lekku, as they presumably grew out during childhood.

A Twi'lek's brain-tails were highly sensitive, and grabbing them forcefully was so painful that it could easily incapacitate almost any Twi'lek. Sometimes, damage to the brain-tails caused lasting damage to the Twi'lek's brain. They could be replaced by cybernetics, however, as in the case of [[Rianna Saren]]. 

Long or shapely lekku were considered great status symbols, and often went hand-in-hand with respect, influence, and wealth. A Twi'lek's brain-tails could be likened to phallic symbols, and for both sexes, larger lekku brought with them some indistinct positive connotations. 

Their brain-tails were a source of great pride to Twi'leks, especially when confronted by other species. The name "tchun-tchin" actually referred to each lekku—'"tchun" being the left lekku and "tchin" the right. In casual conversation the Twi'leks would usually refer to their lekku as "tchun" or "tchin." 

The range of possible Twi'lek skin colors was extremely diverse, including green, orange, brown, yellow, blue, gray, pink, black, white, red, and purple, all in varying shades and hues. Other types of Twi'leks included the particularly rare turquoise-skinned Twi'leks, known as Rutian Twi'leks, and the rarest red pigment of the Lethan Twi'leks, whose skin color was caused by a mutation of the genetic code. Some Twi'leks took to dyeing their skin to produce a pattern, as did the dancer [[Ayy Vida]]. 

Males had humanoid ears, and among females there was equal biological evidence for humanoid ears and ear "cones". While some headdresses were cultural decoration to denote status, quite a few were originally introduced as "muzzles" to prevent the slaves from having access to a language that non-Twi'lek handlers could not understand. 

Both males and females lacked body hair, with the only notable exception being eyelashes to aid in keeping out the sand and heat of [[Ryloth]]. Females typically had painted eyebrows or had their eyebrows tattooed on, in order to appear more palatable and less alien to more base-line humanoid offworlders. Boc Aseca had body hair under the armpits and on his chest, though it is unknown whether this was the result of some genetic mutation, a rare subspecies, or something else. 

Female Twi'leks have been considered especially attractive and slender, which made them favorite subjects for slavery and entertainment. The beauty of female Twi'leks was well known throughout the galaxy, and as a result many young Twi'leks were sold into slavery, becoming dancers or status symbols, most notably by [[Jabba Desilijic Tiure]].<br />

'''Society & Culture'''<br />
The natural grace and exotic beauty of the female Twi'leks made them a popular target among slave traders. Slavery was the main currency of [[Ryloth]], which was tolerated by the Galactic Republic. Some saw it as a chance to make money by kidnapping or selling orphaned children, while others saw slavery as a way of saving children from growing up in Ryloth's harsh environment. A number of Twi'leks believed that slavery was an efficient way to proliferate their species and preserve their culture, as the Twi'leks lacked their own means of inter-planetary travel. Regardless of how it came about, many Twi'leks lived as slaves or entertainers and were considered status symbols, especially the females of rarer skin hues: the Rutian and Lethan Twi'leks. Twi'leks that managed to escape from captivity usually turned to a life of thievery or prostitution, with both genders making use of their powers of seduction. 

Twi'leks preferred to "ride the storm" rather than "defeat it," as a proverb goes, and avoided to take a stand on any issue. This was exemplified when during the Clone Wars their politicians were loyal to the Republic but other individuals kept negotiations open with the Separatists. 

While many Twi'leks lived their lives as merchants or even criminals, the race also had a proud and honorable warrior tradition. It was Twi'lek warriors who invented the [[Chir'daki]], or [[Deathseed]], starfighters that married the TIE Fighter cockpit to the S-foils of the X-wing starfighter as well as using a rotation system similar to what allowed the B-wing starfighter. During the Bacta War, Twi'lek warriors assisted [[Wedge Antilles]] in the fight against [[Ysanne Isard]].

The clothing of Twi'leks depended on their gender. While most male Twi'leks wore long, loose robes, female Twi'leks typically wore tighter, more revealing clothing to maintain their elegant figures and enhance their value to males. Twi'lek dance costumes were typically made up of silky veils that clung to their bodies, although other kinds were used, such as a revealing net costume [[Oola]] once wore. 

When meeting a stranger or guest for the first time Twi'leks would usually exchange gifts or something else as a welcome. When welcoming a large number of beings they would usually throw a party and use their traditional dances as entertainment. As [[Cham Syndulla]] once said, "it is customary to share what we do have." 

Twi'leks, when on [[Ryloth]], lived in simple mud brick dwellings that protected them against the scorching heat of their homeworld. They often decorated them with native textiles and simple things. When in a city, Twi'leks used more standard dwellings with technology though they were still modified to survive Ryloth's environment. 

Some Twi'leks were known to worship an unnamed goddess.<br />

'''History'''<br />
Around 10,000 BBY, the Twi'lek homeworld of Ryloth was discovered by the Galactic Republic. Although their society was still in a primitive state, the Twi'leks had spent the past several centuries in relative harmony with one another, and they joined the Republic soon after being discovered. 

Twi'lek society was comprised of a series of clans of various sizes. When the galaxy took a sudden interest in Ryloth's wealth of ryll spice, the Twi'lek clan leaders increased production of the drug and prepared to ship it offworld. Unfortunately, the clans were inexperienced in the galactic economy, and [[Hutt]] criminal cartels soon took control of the planet's mining operations. The Twi’leks were enslaved and labored in their own mines for the profit of the Hutts, or were sold outright on the open market. After generations of slavery, the Twi'lek species became far more numerous across the galaxy than on [[Ryloth]], and most felt little connection to their own homeworld.<br />
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'''Average Twi'lek:''' Dexterity 2D, Knowledge 2D, Mechanical 1D+2, Perception 2D+1, Strength 2D, Technical ID. Move: 10.
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'''''Attribute Dice:''''' 11D<br />DEXTERITY 1D/3D<br />KNOWLEDGE 1D/4D<br />MECHANICAL 1D/2D+1<br />PERCEPTION 2D/4D+2<br />STRENGTH 1D/3D<br />TECHNICAL 1D/3D<br />
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'''Special Abilities:'''<br />
''Head-tails:'' Twi'leks can use their head-tails to communicate in secret with each other, even if in a room full of others. The complex movement of the tails is, in a sense, a "secret" language that all Twi'leks are fluent in. <br />
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'''See Also:''' <br />
*[[Twi’lek Co-Pilot]] <br />
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'''Move:''' 10/12<br />
'''Size:''' 1.6-2.4 meters tall<br />
'''Source:''' Star Wars: The Role-Playing Game (2nd Edition, p.137) & Wookieepedia (For the Twi'lek Description)<br />
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'''Half-Twi'lek'''
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[[File:Halftwilek.jpg|thumb|left|Half-Twi'lek]]
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Half-Twi'leks are of human stock, and have features of both the Twi'lek and human parents. Like Twi'leks they have the instantly recognizable Lekku, or Head-tails, which hang from the base of their skull, which enable them to communicate secretly. Half-Twi'leks tend to be tall, although not as tall as Twi'leks, and of average human build. Their skin tends to be a pale grey or blue-grey, and their eyes are usually brown or green. While Twi'leks are usually hairless, its not uncommon for a Half-Twi'lek to have a hairy torso. Half-Twi'leks vary greatly in personality, and this is attributed to their human parentage. 
'Pureblood' Twi'leks despise Half-Twi'leks with a passion and will try to avoid them if at all possible. This racial hatred is based on their 'Impurity' and because many Half-Twi'leks act like humans. 

Although not great in numbers Half-Twi'leks are found throughout the Galaxy doing all manner of jobs.<br /> 

'''''Attribute Dice:''''' 12D<br />DEXTERITY 1D/3D+1<br />KNOWLEDGE 1D/4D<br />MECHANICAL 1D/2D+2<br />PERCEPTION 2D/4D+1<br />STRENGTH 1D+1/3D+1<br />TECHNICAL 1D+1/3D+1<br />
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'''Special Abilities:''' <br />
''Head-Tails:'' Like Twi'leks, Half-Twi'leks can use their head-tails to communicate in secret, even if the room is full of others. The complex movement of the tails is, in a sense, a "secret" language that all Twi'leks and Half-Twi'leks are fluent in. <br />

'''Story Factors:''' <br />
''Pureblood:'' Twi'leks despise and persecute Half-Twi'leks and find their presence intolerable. As a result Half-Twi'leks are barred from the Twi'lek homeworld, Ryloth, and are ignored at best or are assaulted at worst. <br />

'''Move:''' 10/12 Size: 1.5-2.4m <br />
'''Source:''' House Rules <br />