Star Wars Universe Roleplaying Game

Ortolan

Ortolans are squat, velvet-furred bipeds with floppy ears, beady black eyes, a short trunk-like nose, and stubby fingers tipped with suction pads. They waddle due to short, thick legs and have a dense layer of blubber for insulation. Though compact, their bodies are surprisingly resilient — evolved to endure famine, extreme cold, and harsh conditions with little more than instinct and appetite. Ortolans are friendly, food-driven creatures who live for comfort, company, and good tunes. They operate on a barter economy and are quick to trade ore or favors for exotic meals. Many Ortolans leave Orto to become musicians, entertainers, or cooks, often masking cleverness behind a disarming demeanor. Despite being underestimated for their obsessions, Ortolans are survivors — with sharp senses, cultural charm, and an uncanny ability to sniff out opportunity (or a buffet).

Home Planet: Orto
Physical Description: Ortolans are squat, heavily insulated bipeds with dense fur dyed blue or pink, floppy ears used for hearing and fat storage, a sensitive trunk-like nose, and stubby fingers. They are built for survival in the frigid wastelands of Orto, carrying layers of blubber and waddling on short, stocky legs.

Average Height: 1.1 to 1.7 meters
Average Weight: 50 to 70 kilograms
Age of Adulthood: 12 standard years

Personality & Customs: Friendly and food-obsessed, Ortolans are known for their love of music, trade, and sensory pleasures. Their society is communal, with a strong barter economy and informal education. Despite their waddling gait and simple joys, Ortolans often hide a clever mind behind their cutesy demeanor, capable of surprising charm and subtle cunning.

Languages: Ortolan, Basic

Example Names: Rebo, Eembek, Nabkess, Ruznee, Yddc