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Species: Duinuogwuin
Home Planet: The Graveyard of the Dragons

Duinuogwuin
The Duinuogwuin, colloquially called Star Dragons, were among the galaxy's more secretive and mysterious species.

Biology & Appearance:
Though variable in appearance, Duinuogwuin generally had serpentine bodies, diaphanous wings, and a pair of legs on each of many body segments. The legs on their frontmost segment were used as arms with fully articulated hands. Their average length was ten meters, but some were rumored to be one hundred meters or more. Duinuogwuin were covered in scales which ranged from various shades of gray or pale blue to black in color.

Aside from guesswork based on observations of live Duinuogwuin, little is known of their biology, as they never gave up their bodies to scientific research. Instead, they went to an uncharted planet known as "The Graveyard of the Dragons" to die. It was believed that they had internal organs which acted as repulsorlifts, since their wings were too delicate for such large creatures to take off from any but the lowest gravity planets. Some Star Dragons had the ability to exhale superheated gases, leading to speculation that they also had internal organs capable of organic cold fusion. One of their most impressive abilities was the ability to fly and survive in the vacuum of deep space for weeks or months at a time. Duinuogwuin could also live as long as 2,000 standard years. Their homeworld was unknown, or at least unrevealed by the Star Dragons. Individual Duinuogwuin had been seen on such far-scattered worlds as Cona, Iego, Barab I, and Columus. They had even been sighted in deep space far from any planet.

Duinuogwuin were known to have only one sex, though little further was known of their reproductive process. It was known that when two Star Dragons did mate, there was a good chance that they would produce unintelligent offspring, little more than ravening monsters. Such creatures would usually have to be destroyed by their parents. Others showed intelligence, but only in the form of evil cunning. Given the likelihood of having to destroy their own offspring if they mated, most Duinuogwuin lived in isolation from others of their kind. This might have been due to their highly variable genetic code—hatchlings could emerge with genetic adaptations which were not hinted at by their ancestors. Their variable genetics may have led to completely separate species to be descended from the Duinuogwuin. Krayt dragons were believed by some to be the descendants of an accidental concentration of unintelligent Duinuogwuin offspring on Tatooine. Another sentient species, the Kadri'Ra, were possible relatives of the Duinuogwuin.

Common Star Dragon Names:

Ir'cara'suhl
Shalyx'har'zan
Vir'anax'sath

Duinuogwuin in the Galaxy:
The Duinuogwuin had a reputation for being wise and mysterious, helped by their very long lifespan and their polite indifference to questions about their past or their physiology. They were generally calm and even-tempered, and often preoccupied with cosmic musings. They were also noted for a strong, innate sense of morality. While they were friendly and gregarious with other races, the minority of aberrant Star Dragons sought only to manipulate and destroy others.

Their part in the history of the galaxy was uncertain: though clearly an ancient civilization, many of the stories were more mythological than historical. Star Dragons featured in the legends of many species, usually appearing as heroes coming to the aid of an oppressed people. However, many of these myths were contradictory, making it difficult to use them to learn details of Duinuogwuin history and origins.

In 15,500 BBY, the Star Dragons made first contact with the Galactic Republic. Unfortunately, it proved disastrous and sparked the Duinuogwuin Contention, which saw Coruscant assaulted by the Star Dragons. This conflict was ended in a peace negotiated by Supreme Chancellor Fillorean and Duinuogwuin philosopher Borz'Mat'oh.

Prior to the Clone Wars, the Jedi Masters Jorus C'baoth and Tra's M'ins mediated a conflict between the Duinuogwuin and the Gotal.

At least two Duinuogwuin are known to have served the Republic as Jedi: Jedi Master Willm Lywin who in 4,596 BBY founded the Teyan Praxeum on Teya IV, and a Padawan named Zephata'ru'tor, who was killed during the Clone Wars by General Grievous.

Despite their historically strong moral sense, the Duinuogwuin stayed in isolation during the Galactic Civil War. They denied the fact that approximately one third of Duinuogwuin were Force-sensitives in order to avoid persecution by the Galactic Empire. Rumors about the Duinuogwuin who had served as Jedi in the past were impossible to confirm during the Imperial era, due to the destruction of much of the Order's records during the Great Jedi Purge. As late as the Thrawn campaign, it was speculated that the Star Dragons were waiting to see how the conflict would be resolved before rejoining the galactic community.

Attribute Dice: 18D
DEXTERITY 2D/5D
KNOWLEDGE 2D/5D
MECHANICAL 1D/4D
PERCEPTION 2D/5D
STRENGTH 3D/6D
TECHNICAL 2D/4D

Special Abilities:
Flight: Duinuogwuin can fly in both space and atmosphere.

Space Survival: Duinuogwuin can survive in deep space without any artificial protection. They must make stamina roll after every full month in space, beginning at an Easy difficulty level for the first month, and increasing in difficulty by one level for each additional month. If they fail, they most go to the nearest planet with a type I atmosphere as soon as possible.

Story Factors:
Isolation: Duinuogwuin live in self-imposed isolation.

Monster: A few Duinuogwuin are true monsters. They are mindless, rampaging creatures who only seek to destroy.

Evil Cunning: Still other Star Dragons are simply "evil," and they use their intelligence to manipulate and destroy others. The Star Dragons, being a "distanced" people, also consider these beings "genetic mistakes" and "non-intelligence." In truth, they are among the most dangerous creatures in the galaxy.

Move: 18/25 (walking); space: 5, atmosphere: 210; 600 kmh (flight)
Size: 10-100+ meters long
Source: Galaxy Guide 4: Alien Races (p.37-38) & Wookieepedia (For the Duinuogwuin Description)

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-DuinuogwuinDuinuogwuin, or Star Dragons, are a sad, noble species given to championing lost causes. They are huge,
+[[File:Duinuogwuin.jpg|thumb|left|Duinuogwuin]]
-snake-like multipeds with gossamer wings and expressive, intelligent eyes. Star Dragons average about
+'''Species:''' Duinuogwuin<br />
+'''Home Planet:''' [[The Graveyard of the Dragons]] <br />
+<br />
+'''Duinuogwuin''' <br />
+The Duinuogwuin, colloquially called Star Dragons, were among the galaxy's more secretive and mysterious species. <br />
+<br />
+'''Biology & Appearance:''' <br />
+Though variable in appearance, Duinuogwuin generally had serpentine bodies, diaphanous wings, and a pair of legs on each of many body segments. The legs on their frontmost segment were used as arms with fully articulated hands. Their average length was ten meters, but some were rumored to be one hundred meters or more. Duinuogwuin were covered in scales which ranged from various shades of gray or pale blue to black in color.
-ten meters in length, but legends persist that a few ancient Duinuogwuin have reached sizes of over one
+Aside from guesswork based on observations of live Duinuogwuin, little is known of their biology, as they never gave up their bodies to scientific research. Instead, they went to an uncharted planet known as "[[The Graveyard of the Dragons]]" to die. It was believed that they had internal organs which acted as repulsorlifts, since their wings were too delicate for such large creatures to take off from any but the lowest gravity planets. Some Star Dragons had the ability to exhale superheated gases, leading to speculation that they also had internal organs capable of organic cold fusion. One of their most impressive abilities was the ability to fly and survive in the vacuum of deep space for weeks or months at a time. Duinuogwuin could also live as long as 2,000 standard years. Their homeworld was unknown, or at least unrevealed by the Star Dragons. Individual Duinuogwuin had been seen on such far-scattered worlds as [[Cona]], [[Iego]], [[Barab I]], and [[Columus]]. They had even been sighted in deep space far from any planet.
-hundred meters. Large scales cover their bodies, giving them a reptilian appearance. They also have
+Duinuogwuin were known to have only one sex, though little further was known of their reproductive process. It was known that when two Star Dragons did mate, there was a good chance that they would produce unintelligent offspring, little more than ravening monsters. Such creatures would usually have to be destroyed by their parents. Others showed intelligence, but only in the form of evil cunning. Given the likelihood of having to destroy their own offspring if they mated, most Duinuogwuin lived in isolation from others of their kind. This might have been due to their highly variable genetic code—hatchlings could emerge with genetic adaptations which were not hinted at by their ancestors. Their variable genetics may have led to completely separate species to be descended from the Duinuogwuin. Krayt dragons were believed by some to be the descendants of an accidental concentration of unintelligent Duinuogwuin offspring on [[Tatooine]]. Another sentient species, the Kadri'Ra, were possible relatives of the Duinuogwuin.<br />
+<br />
+'''Common Star Dragon Names:''' <br />
+*Ir'cara'suhl
+*Shalyx'har'zan
+*Vir'anax'sath <br />
+<br />
+'''Duinuogwuin in the Galaxy:''' <br />
+The Duinuogwuin had a reputation for being wise and mysterious, helped by their very long lifespan and their polite indifference to questions about their past or their physiology. They were generally calm and even-tempered, and often preoccupied with cosmic musings. They were also noted for a strong, innate sense of morality. While they were friendly and gregarious with other races, the minority of aberrant Star Dragons sought only to manipulate and destroy others.
-floppy, external ears which are characteristic of mammalian life forms.&nbsp; Their sharply keeled sternums
+Their part in the history of the galaxy was uncertain: though clearly an ancient civilization, many of the stories were more mythological than historical. Star Dragons featured in the legends of many species, usually appearing as heroes coming to the aid of an oppressed people. However, many of these myths were contradictory, making it difficult to use them to learn details of Duinuogwuin history and origins.
-and overdeveloped pectoral muscles hearken to avian design, yet they also have segmented bodies, like
+In 15,500 BBY, the Star Dragons made first contact with the Galactic Republic. Unfortunately, it proved disastrous and sparked the Duinuogwuin Contention, which saw [[Coruscant]] assaulted by the Star Dragons. This conflict was ended in a peace negotiated by [[Supreme Chancellor Fillorean]] and Duinuogwuin philosopher [[Borz'Mat'oh]].
-many varieties of insects.Star Dragons have one pair of legs for every body segment. Their diaphanous wings are attached to the
+Prior to the Clone Wars, the Jedi Masters [[Jorus C'baoth]] and [[Tra's M'ins]] mediated a conflict between the Duinuogwuin and the [[Gotal]].
-upper portion of the body and spread out one and a half times their body length. They hold the upper
+At least two Duinuogwuin are known to have served the Republic as Jedi: Jedi Master [[Willm Lywin]] who in 4,596 BBY founded the Teyan Praxeum on [[Teya IV]], and a Padawan named [[Zephata'ru'tor]], who was killed during the Clone Wars by [[General Grievous]].
-segments of their bodies erect, and the limbs in this area have evolved into arms and hands.The scales that cover a Duinuogwuin's body are gray, dirty white, silver, pale blue or black. This
+Despite their historically strong moral sense, the Duinuogwuin stayed in isolation during the Galactic Civil War. They denied the fact that approximately one third of Duinuogwuin were Force-sensitives in order to avoid persecution by the Galactic Empire. Rumors about the Duinuogwuin who had served as Jedi in the past were impossible to confirm during the Imperial era, due to the destruction of much of the Order's records during the Great Jedi Purge. As late as the Thrawn campaign, it was speculated that the Star Dragons were waiting to see how the conflict would be resolved before rejoining the galactic community.<br />
+<br />
+'''''Attribute Dice:''''' 18D<br />DEXTERITY 2D/5D<br />KNOWLEDGE 2D/5D<br />MECHANICAL 1D/4D<br />PERCEPTION 2D/5D<br />STRENGTH 3D/6D<br />TECHNICAL 2D/4D<br />
+<br />
+'''Special Abilities:''' <br />
+''Flight:'' Duinuogwuin can fly in both space and atmosphere.
-coloration remains constant throughout a Star Dragon's life—those born pale blue remain pale blue until
+''Space Survival:'' Duinuogwuin can survive in deep space without any artificial protection. They must make stamina roll after every full month in space, beginning at an Easy difficulty level for the first month, and increasing in difficulty by one level for each additional month. If they fail, they most go to the nearest planet with a type I atmosphere as soon as possible.
+<br />
+<br />
+'''Story Factors:''' <br />
+''Isolation:'' Duinuogwuin live in self-imposed isolation.
-their dying day.&nbsp; Duinuogwuin are an ancient species. They are so old that the location of their
+''Monster:'' A few Duinuogwuin are true monsters. They are mindless, rampaging creatures who only seek to destroy.
-homeworld is unknown. They guard the secret carefully, and have learned to treat questions about their
+''Evil Cunning:'' Still other Star Dragons are simply "evil," and they use their intelligence to manipulate and destroy others. The Star Dragons, being a "distanced" people, also consider these beings "genetic mistakes" and "non-intelligence." In truth, they are among the most dangerous creatures in the galaxy. <br />
+<br />
-natures, their pasts, and their origins with polite indifference. Duinuogwuin have adapted to a variety
+'''Move:''' 18/25 (walking); space: 5, atmosphere: 210; 600 kmh (flight) <br />
+'''Size:''' 10-100+ meters long <br />
-of environments. They have been encountered on diverse worlds and even in deep space without apparent
+'''Source:''' Galaxy Guide 4: Alien Races (p.37-38) & Wookieepedia (For the Duinuogwuin Description)
-protection from vacuum and void, thus earning the name Star Dragons.They are secretive about their physical natures: they always refuse medical treatment and never die in
-public places. Legends speak of planets known as Dragon Graveyards, though no one has ever reported
-finding such a place.They are unusual, to say the least, in light of their biological adaptations. Normally, when a species
-evolves, the process is gradual, each new adaptation occurring over countless generations. Star Dragons
-seem to evolve with each succeeding generation — a Duinuogwuin dragonling can emerge with new physical
-characteristics that are not even hinted at in prior generations. The creatures obviously have a highly
-evolved and readily adaptable genetic code, probably ensuring their ability to survive climatological
-or environmental changes that would surely exterminate a less hardy species.Duinuogwuin have a mysterious society, often choosing to be solitary beings. They have a deep-rooted
-sense of morality, and an almost genetic predisposition toward the Force. During the height of the
-Empire (and even now in many places in the galaxy), Duinuogwuin denied any sensitivity toward the
-Force. If pressed, they claimed that if any Star Dragons ever made use of the Force, they died out long
-ago. Tales that Duinuogwuin once served as Jedi Knights remain nothing more than stories and rumors,
-since much of the Jedi history records were destroyed during the reign of Emperor Palpatine.The Star Dragons may not always have been so secretive. There are numerous myths, whose origins go back
-thousands of years, of Star Dragons being directly involved in the affairs of the Old Republic.
-However, the myths seem to directly contradict each other regarding the details of the stories, and
-thus it is impossible, at this time, to learn the facts behind the assistance of the Star Dragons. The
-few members of this species still known to exist remain secretive and alone, perhaps waiting to see how
-the galactic conflict finally ends before rejoining the galactic community.Legends persist that this self-imposed isolation has to do with a genetic flaw which exists in the
-species.&nbsp; When Duinuogwuins mate, legends report that they often give birth to offspring who are
-unintelligent and extremely violent. While fully intelligent Duinuogwuin are the norm, the
-unintelligent forms are purported to be quite common. Such offspring are ravaging monsters which the
-parents are forced to destroy rather than risk their being loosed upon the galaxy. Perhaps this trait
-is a result of their flexible genetic code.<br />(For more information, see pages 37-38 of Galaxy Guide 4: Alien Races.)<br />• Duinuogwuin<br />Attribute Dice: 18D<br />DEXTERITY 2D/5D<br />KNOWLEDGE 2D/5D<br />MECHANICAL 1D/4D<br />PERCEPTION 2D/5D<br />STRENGTH 3D/6D<br />TECHNICAL 2D/4D<br />Special Abilities:<br />Flight: Duinuogwuin can fly in both space and atmosphere.Space Survival: Duinuogwuin can survive in deep space without any artificial protection. They must make
-sistamina roll after every full month in space, beginning at an Easy difficulty level for the first
-month, and increasing in difficulty by one level for each additional month. If they fail, they most go
-to the nearest planet with a type I atmosphere as soon as possible.<br />Story Factors:<br />Isolation: Duinuogwuin live in self-imposed isolation.Monster: A few Duinuogwuin are true monsters. They are mindless, rampaging creatures who only seek to
-destroy.Evil Cunning: Still other Star Dragons are simply "evil," and they use their intelligence to manipulate
-and destroy others. The Star Dragons, being a "distanced" people, also consider these beings "genetic
-mistakes" and "non-intelligence." In truth, they are among the most dangerous creatures in the galaxy.<br />Move: 18/25 (walking); space: 5, atmosphere: 210; 600 kmh (flight)Size: 10-100+ meters long