Twi’leks are a graceful and expressive species from the desert planet of Ryloth. Recognizable by their twin head-tails, or lekku, Twi’leks are known for their adaptability, charm, and strong cultural identity. Many have been enslaved or exploited across the galaxy, leading to a deep-rooted resilience.
🌍 Home Planet: Ryloth
🧬 Physical Description: Twi’leks are slender humanoids with a pair of prehensile head-tails called lekku, which they use for subtle communication. Their skin tones range from pale blue to red, green, and more, depending on subrace.
📏 Average Height: 1.6 to 1.9 meters
⚖️ Average Weight: 50 to 75 kilograms
🎂 Age of Adulthood: 16 standard years
🧠 Personality & Customs: Twi’leks are expressive and socially adept, with strong family ties and regional dialects. Their lekku allow them to communicate subtle meaning and intent, especially among their own kind. Generations of enslavement and manipulation have made them wary yet persuasive.
🗣️ Languages: Ryl, Galactic Basic Standard
🧾 Example Names: Aayla Secura, Bib Fortuna, Hera Syndulla, Numa