Star Wars Universe Roleplaying Game

Caamasi

Caamasi are one of the most morally revered Species in Star Wars lore, cherished throughout canon and Legends as embodiments of peace, compassion, and moral clarity. Native to the world of Caamas, these furred, avian-descended humanoids became famous for their diplomatic skill, ethical leadership, and profound emotional resonance. Their species produced some of the galaxy’s most respected mediators, peacekeepers, spiritual advisors, and senatorial voices. For centuries, Caamasi society stood as a beacon of justice and harmony, admired by both the Republic and neutral systems.

Central to Caamasi identity are the memnii—exceptionally vivid memory-shares that allow them to recall emotional and sensory experience with near-perfect clarity. These memories can be shared selectively with deep trust, enabling Caamasi to communicate trauma, joy, or history in ways few Species can emulate. This ability shaped their culture, legal systems, storytelling, and diplomacy, reinforcing their pursuit of truth and empathy.

The Caamas Massacre—one of the most devastating atrocities in Star Wars history—left an indelible mark on the galaxy. The near-destruction of their homeworld scattered the surviving Caamasi as refugees, diplomats, and emissaries. Yet even after this tragedy, Caamasi did not abandon their principles. Their survivors became powerful symbols of resilience and moral guidance, reminding civilizations of the cost of hatred and the necessity of compassion.

Caamasi communities abroad often become centers of peace, offering mediation, humanitarian aid, education, and counsel. Their presence in the galaxy has significantly influenced political movements, ethical reforms, and cultural healing efforts. Many serve as advisors to senators, Jedi, or planetary governments seeking integrity.

Despite their calm nature, Caamasi are not passive. They possess deep personal strength, spiritual grounding, and the courage to confront injustice with unwavering resolve. Their perspective is shaped not by naivety, but by a philosophical belief that understanding—rooted in truth—is the foundation of peace.

As player characters, Caamasi bring emotional intelligence, inspiration, and stabilizing presence. Their memnii-based insight allows them to uncover truth others miss, and their strong moral compass can guide groups through difficult decisions. They shine in diplomacy, leadership, negotiation, investigation, and Force-aligned roles that emphasize balance and wisdom.

Home Planet: Caamas
Physical Description: Caamasi possess tall, lithe humanoid forms covered in thick, luxurious fur that ranges from gold to soft brown. Their faces bear gentle avian features—subtle beak-like structures, expressive eyes, and feather-like fringes around the cheeks and temples. Their physiology is adapted to temperate climates, giving them strong endurance and graceful movement.

Their hands and feet are slender but dexterous, and their posture conveys quiet dignity. Clothing among Caamasi tends toward flowing robes, sashes, and garments designed for ceremonial, diplomatic, or scholarly environments. Many adorn themselves with symbolic fabrics or patterns representing personal lineage, clan identity, or philosophical teachings.

The softness of their features and fur often leads outsiders to perceive them as harmless, but beneath their elegant appearance lies notable physical resilience supported by generations of athletic and spiritual discipline.

Average Height: 1.8 meters
Average Weight: 80 kilograms
Age of Adulthood: 16 standard years

Personality & Customs: Caamasi are empathetic, principled, and deeply introspective. Their cultural emphasis on peace, truth, and ethical debate fosters individuals who seek understanding before judgment. Caamasi view conflict as a failure of communication rather than an inevitability, and they devote significant effort to reconciliation, education, and conflict prevention.

Memnii-sharing plays a central role in their customs. These memory-shares form intimate bonds between trusted companions, allowing Caamasi to convey complex emotional truths with clarity unmatched in the galaxy. Rituals surrounding memnii are treated with utmost solemnity and are never used lightly.

As adventurers, Caamasi serve as moral anchors, negotiators, strategists, and advisors. Their calm demeanor stabilizes chaotic moments, and their sensitivity to tension allows them to predict conflict early. While slow to anger, Caamasi possess unwavering resolve when confronted with cruelty, oppression, or injustice—making them powerful beacons of hope in a galaxy shaped by war.

Languages: Caamasi, Basic

Example Names: Elegos A'Kla, Ylenic It'kla, Releqy, Tegas Sulkec, Meqli Li'karin