INFO: The Epicanthix were tall, muscular, dark-haired Near-Humans native to the Outer Rim Territories world of Panatha, in the Pacanth Reach. Members of this species spoke Epicant.
RACE: Epicanthix
HEIGHT: 2 Meters Tall
SKIN: Golden hue (Oriental like)
DISTINCTION: Warlike and cultural at the same time
LANGUAGE: Epicant
HOMEWORLD:Panatha was a planet in the Pacanth Reach in the Outer Rim Territories. It was the homeworld of the Epicanthix.
BIOLOGY AND APPEARANCE:They are known for their combination of warlike attitudes and high regard for art and culture. Physically, they are quite close to genetic baseline humans, suggesting that they evolved from a forgotten colonization effot many millennia ago. They have lithe builds with powerful musculature. Through training, the Epicanthix prepare their bodies for war, yet tone them for beauty. They are generally human in appearance, although they tend to be willowy and graceful. Their faces are somewhat longer than usual, with narrow eyes. Their long black hair is often tied in ceremonial styles which are not only attractive but practical.
CULTURE AND HISTORY:Epicanthix have always been warlike. From their civilization's earliest days, great armies of Epicanthix warriors marched from their mountain clan-fortresses to battle other clans for control of territory - fertile mountain pastures, high-altitude lakes, caves rich with nutritious fungus - and in quest of slaves, plunder and glory. They settled much of their large planet, and carved new knigdoms with blades and blood. During their dark ages, a warrior-chief named Canthar united many Epicanthix clans, subdued the others and declared world-wide peace. Although border disputes erupted from time to time, the cessation of hostilities was generally maintained. Peace brought a new age to Epicanthix civilization, spurring on greater developments in harvesting, architecture, commerce, and culture. While warriors continued to train and a high value was still placed on an individual's combat readiness, new emphasis was placed on art, scholarship, literature, and music. Idle minds must find something else to occupy them, and the Epicanthix further developed their culture.
Over time, cultural advancement heralded technological advancement, and the Epicanthix swiftly rose from an industrial society to and information and space-age level. All this time, they maintained the importance of martial training and artistic development. When they finally developed working hyperdrive starships, the Epicanthix set out to conquer their neighbors in the Pacanth Reach - their local star cluster. These first vessels were beautiful yet deadly ships of war - those civilizations which did not fall prostrate at the arrival of Epicanthix landing parties were blasted into submission. The epicanthix quickly conquered or annexed Bunduki, Ravaath, Fornow, and Sorimow, dominating all the major systems and their colonies in the Pacanth Reach. In addition to swallowing up the wealth of these conquered worlds, the Epicanthix also absorbed their cultures, immersing themselves in the art, literature and music of their subject peoples
Imperial scouts reached Epicanthix - on the edge of the Unknown Regions - shortly after Palpatine came to power and declared his New Order. The Epicanthix were quick to size up their opponents and - realizing that battling Palpatine's forces was a losing proposition - quickly submitted to Imperial rule. An Imperial governor was installed to administer the Pacanth Reach, and worked with the Epicanthix to export valuable commodities (mostly minerals) and import items useful to the inhabitants. The Epicanthix still retain a certain degree of autonomy, reigning in conjunction with the Imperial governor and a handful of Imperial Army troops.
Quite a few Epicanthix left Panatha after first contact with the Empire, although many returned after being overwhelmed by the vast diversity and unfathomable sights of the Empire's worlds. Some Epicanthix still venture out into the greater galaxy today, but most eventually return home after making their fortune. The Epicanthix are content to control their holdings in the Pacanth Reach, working with the Empire to increase their wealth, furthering their exploration of cultures, and warring with unruly conquered peoples when problems arise.
Some well-known Epicanthix were the Dark Jedi Yun, as well as the Teräs Käsi-trained fighters of the Pike family: Dux, and his twin daughters Zan and Zu.
APPEARANCES:Jedi Defeated for Teräs Käsi Title—HoloNet News Vol. 531 55
Dark Forces: Soldier for the Empire
Shadows of the Empire novel (First appearance)
Shadows of the Empire: Evolution
Dark Forces: Rebel Agent / audio drama
Dark Forces: Jedi Knight / audio drama
Star Wars: Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II
SOURCES:Shadows of the Empire Sourcebook
Alien Encounters
Rebellion Era Sourcebook
The Dark Forces Saga, Part 3 on Wizards.com (article)
The Complete Star Wars Encyclopedia
Star Wars Galaxies Trading Card Game – The Shadow Syndicate (Card: Zan Pike)
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