INFO: The Miraluka were a Near-Human, Force-sensitive species. Their language was Miralukese, although some, like Visas Marr and the Dark Jedi Jerec, preferred Basic.
RACE: Miraluka
HEIGHT: 1.8 Meters Tall
SKIN: Pale flesh
DISTINCTION: Lack of physical eyes, inherent Force Sight
LANGUAGE: Miralukese
HOMEWORLD:Alpheridies was a planet in the Abron system, homeworld of the Alpheridians, and the adopted homeworld of the Miraluka.
Alpheridies was at the edge of a giant molecular cloud called the Veil. Unfortunately none of the standard trade routes passed near Abron, thereby segregating the system and its inhabitants from the rest of galactic civilization. As a result, the Miraluka (who migrated to Alpheridies 6,000 BBY when their world of origin entered into a phase of geophysical and geochemical instability during which the atmosphere began to vent into space) became an independent and self-sufficient species.
Since the Abron system's red dwarf star emitted energy mostly in the infrared spectrum, the Miraluka gradually lost their ability to sense and process visible light waves. During that period of mutation, the Miraluka's long dormant ability to "see" the Force grew stronger, until they relied on this force sight without conscious effort.
Gradually the Miraluka settled across the entire planet, focusing their civilization on agriculture so they required little in the way of offworld commodities. Though small industrial sections arose in a few population centers, the most advanced technologies manufactured on Alpheridies included only small computers, repulsorlift parts, and farming equipment.
The Miraluka followed an oligarchic form of government in which all policies and laws were legislated by a council of twenty three representatives, one from each of the planet's provinces. State legal codes were enforced by local constables - the need for a national force never came about.
Few Miraluka left Alpheridies. Most were content with their peaceful lives, and had no desire to disrupt the equilibrium. Over the centuries, however, many young Miraluka experienced an irrepressible wanderlust that led them off planet. Those Miraluka encountered away from Abron usually had a nomadic nature, settling in one area for only a short time before growing bored with the sights and routine.
Some Miraluka, however, did eventually settle down elsewhere. The species had at least one colony world, Katarr.
Little is known of the planet's native species, the Alpheridians.
BIOLOGY AND APPEARANCE:They differed from Humans in that they lacked eyes, instead bearing only vestigial eye sockets, and perceived the environment around them through Force Sight instead of regular vision. This vision was so strong that if a Miralukan looked upon a Jedi or Sith they could "see" Force radiating off them. The strength of a Miralukan's connection to the Force varied by individual.
Miraluka, as Near-Humans, could interbreed with baseline humanity. Humans with Miraluka blood included Krynda and Lucien Draay. It was said that such mating would result in unknown difficulties.
CULTURE AND HISTORY:Their adopted homeworld was Alpheridies, a planet the Miraluka migrated to when their original homeworld was rendered uninhabitable. A colony world of the Miraluka named Katarr was stripped of all life by Sith Lord Darth Nihilus in approximately 3,952 BBY, during a Jedi convocation.
Miraluka were a thoughtful, cautious, and deliberative species. They had little interest in personal gain or glory. For social reasons, Miraluka hid their appearance by wearing a headband, a mask, or similar concealing headwear. In addition all Miraluka were very united by race. They called themselves "brothers" and were considered as members of a great family. As a Force-using species, Miraluka were often quite shocked if 'shown' life not connected to the Force. The Miraluka that lived on Katarr were strong enough that even they felt the Battle of Malachor V.
Many Miraluka worshipped two gods, Ashla and Bogan, through the philosophy of The Greater Force. They did not believe in Good or Evil, but they are convinced to accept both life and death.
IN THE GALAXY:Because of their connection to the Force, many Miraluka have been drawn to the Jedi Order. Miraluka Jedi fought in the Great Sith War, and helped shape the Jedi Order for centuries to come. In the waning days of the Galactic Republic, there were not only many Miraluka Jedi, but many Miraluka, unsuited to becoming full-fledged Jedi, who served the Order as teachers and administrators. Miraluka Sith were seemingly rare, as the species' own outlooks on life and the Force are largely incompatible with Sith teachings. However, as with all who feel the Force, a fall to darkness is possible with the Miraluka just as it is with any other.
Amongst the notable Miraluka was Visas Marr, the only survivor of the Devastation of Katarr and the companion of the Jedi Exile. Other Miraluka were Shoaneb Culu, a Jedi Shadow, and the Dark Jedi Jerec, a member of the Inquisitorius.
APPEARANCES:Tales of the Jedi: The Freedon Nadd Uprising (First appearance)
Tales of the Jedi: Dark Lords of the Sith
Tales of the Jedi: The Sith War
Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic 0: Crossroads
Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic: Commencement
Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic 7: Flashpoint, Part 1 (Impersonation)
Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic 9: Flashpoint Interlude: Homecoming
Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic 24: Knights of Suffering, Part 3
Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic 25: Vector, Part 1
Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic 30: Exalted, Part 2
Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic 32: Vindication, Part 1
Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic 33: Vindication, Part 2 (Appears in flashback(s))
Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic 34: Vindication, Part 3
Iridonian Darkness
"Unseen, Unheard" - Star Wars Tales 24
tar Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords
"Heart of Darkness" - Star Wars Tales 16
Galaxy of Fear: Spore (Retcon)
Dark Forces: Soldier for the Empire / audio drama (Retcon)
Dark Forces: Rebel Agent / audio drama (Retcon)
Dark Forces: Jedi Knight / audio drama (Retc
SOURCES:"Straight from the Horse's Mouth: A Guide to the Tales of the Jedi Universe, Part 1" - Star Wars Insider 26
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Handbook
Tales of the Jedi Companion
Ultimate Alien Anthology
Power of the Jedi Sourcebook
Threats of the Galaxy
Knights of the Old Republic Campaign Guide
The New Essential Chronology
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