Star Wars Universe Roleplaying Game

Thakwaash

The Thakwaash are a towering equinoid species from the grassy temperate world of Thakwaa in the Outer Rim, known throughout the galaxy not merely for their impressive physical power but for their extraordinary and wholly alien mental structure. Unlike Humans, whose minds typically form a unified sense of self, each Thakwaash develops multiple fully realized personalities throughout their lives. These distinct personas—often dozens or more—emerge naturally as they mature, each specializing in different tasks, skills, temperaments, and emotional states. To a Thakwaash, this mental multiplicity is neither disorder nor dysfunction; it is simply the way their species evolved. A single individual might shift effortlessly from a disciplined tactician to a reckless pilot, from a gentle conversationalist to a cold, logical analyzer, all within minutes. These changes can occur voluntarily or spontaneously, and conversations with Thakwaash often pause abruptly as a new persona takes the reins, sometimes requiring introductions to be repeated.

Each personality retains broad awareness of the others’ experiences, though seldom the full detail. This shared-but-fragmented cognition gives the species remarkable adaptability. In stressful or dangerous situations, if one mind falters, another can surge forward with the exact temperament needed. This makes Thakwaash exceptional problem-solvers, unpredictable opponents, and versatile allies. Their unique mental structure also allows them to intuit the thinking patterns of other beings with uncanny precision, enabling them to imitate handwriting styles, mannerisms, or logic chains after only brief exposure. For intelligence operatives or infiltrators, a Thakwaash’s mind is a toolbox unlike any other.

Physically, the Thakwaash are imposing even by galactic standards. They average nearly three meters in height, their frames built on powerful equine musculature with broad chests, long arms, and thick, fur-covered bodies crowned by flowing dark manes. Their faces evoke a blend of humanoid and equine features—wide nostrils, large expressive eyes, and strong jaws capable of impressive force. Their sheer strength is the stuff of legend: even small Thakwaash, like the famous Wraith Squadron pilot Hohass Ekwesh, have been known to throw full-grown Humans across a room with minimal effort. Most of the galaxy’s militaries learned long ago that attempting to subdue Thakwaash with conventional tactics is a fool’s endeavor.

Despite their formidable presence, Thakwaash society remained largely hidden from the wider galaxy until after the Battle of Endor. Their unpredictable personalities, immense strength, and resistance to outside control made Imperial conquest more trouble than it was worth. Thakwaa itself remained technologically limited for most of its early history, achieving widespread hyperdrive capability only after the Galactic Civil War. Once integrated into galactic society, however, Thakwaash individuals quickly found roles suited to their innate versatility: starfighter pilots, mercenaries, diplomats, scouts, athletes, and even undercover agents. Researchers speculate that their mental variations might make identifying Force-sensitivity unusually difficult, but to date, no confirmed Force-sensitive Thakwaash have been documented.

Encountering a Thakwaash offworld can be both exhilarating and confusing. They are driven, energetic, fearless, and often deeply curious about other cultures. However, travelers quickly learn that consistency is not their strength—at least not in the way other species understand it. A Thakwaash may greet you with warm humor in one moment, only to shift into a stern instructor, a battle-ready berserker, or a wide-eyed philosopher moments later. Their capacity for rapid mental transitions, combined with their enormous physical presence, makes them unforgettable companions—and unpredictable adversaries.

Home Planet: Thakwaa, a temperate world of open plains in the Outer Rim.
Physical Description: Thakwaash are towering equinoid bipeds whose immense size makes them impossible to overlook. Averaging close to three meters in height, they possess broad chests, corded muscles, and long, powerful limbs capable of extraordinary feats of strength. Their bodies are covered in thick fur that ranges from dark gray to deep brown or black, with longer, wilder manes running from the crown of the head down the back. Their faces blend humanoid and equine traits: wide flaring nostrils, large dark eyes, strong jaws, and small pointed ears that flick in response to sound and emotion. Despite their bulk, Thakwaash move with a surprising animal grace, their manes and fur rippling as they shift weight or break into a charge. Their voices are deep and resonant, often accented with snorts or whinnies that convey subtle emotional cues. When fully geared for battle or travel, they resemble living battering rams—massive, confident, and poised to strike with overwhelming force.

Average Height: A typical Thakwaash stands around 2.8 to 3 meters tall.
Average Weight: Thakwaash usually weigh around 130 kilograms.
Age of Adulthood: Thakwaash reach adulthood at approximately 15 years of age.

Personality & Customs: Thakwaash psychology is defined by a naturally plural mind: each individual possesses multiple distinct personalities, or "minds," that switch in and out with little warning. These personas specialize in different tasks—one might excel at piloting, another at conversation, another at combat, and another at quiet analysis. While these shifts can be abrupt and startling to outsiders, they are normal and healthy for Thakwaash. Each mind shares broad memories with the others, though details often blur, leading to repeated introductions or explanations. Thakwaash culture embraces this multiplicity, teaching individuals to identify and call upon the right mind for the right moment. Outsiders often find them unpredictable, but their versatility makes them highly adaptable in crisis. Their society values directness, courage, and internal harmony, and many Thakwaash practice rituals or disciplines to keep their competing minds in balance. Offworld, they are seen as physically intimidating yet strangely charismatic, their shifting personas creating conversations that are never the same twice.

Languages: Thakwaashi, composed of grunts, whinnies, and snorts, with a written alphabet for key sounds.

Example Names: Aythar Desh, Hohass Ekwesh, Shakwa Rahakas, Jiva Shelani, Wec Taskelor.