MIRALUKA

The Miraluka were a Near-Human species that differed from Humans in that they lacked eyes, only retaining vestigial eye sockets, and perceived the environment around them through Force sight instead of regular vision. This vision was so strong that if a Miraluka looked upon a Jedi or Sith, they could "see" Force radiating off them. The strength of a Miraluka's connection to the Force varied by individual. Miraluka, as Near-Humans, could interbreed with baseline humanity. Humans with Miraluka blood included Krynda and Lucien Draay. It was said that such mating would result in difficulties for the offspring.

Their language was Miralukese, although some, like Visas Marr and the Dark Jedi Jerec, preferred Basic. Miraluka were a thoughtful, cautious, and deliberative species. They had little interest in personal gain or glory. For social reasons, Miraluka hid their appearance by wearing a headband, a mask, or similar concealing headwear. In addition all Miraluka were very united by race. They called themselves "brothers" and were considered as members of a great family. As a Force-using species, Miraluka were often quite shocked if 'shown' life not connected to the Force. The Miraluka that lived on Katarr were strong enough that even they felt the Battle of Malachor V. Many Miraluka worshiped two gods, Ashla and Bogan, through the philosophy of the Greater Force. They did not believe in good or evil, but were taught to accept both life and death.

Because of their connection to the Force, many Miraluka were drawn to the Jedi Order. Miraluka Jedi fought in the Great Sith War, and helped shape the Jedi Order for centuries to come. In the waning days of the Galactic Republic, there were not many Miraluka Jedi, but many Miraluka, unsuited to becoming full-fledged Jedi, served the Order as teachers and administrators. Miraluka Sith were seemingly rare, as the species' own outlooks on life and the Force were largely incompatible with Sith teachings. However, as with all who felt the Force, a fall to darkness was possible with the Miraluka just as with any other species.


RACE FEATURES

Typical Alignment: Neutral Good or True Neutral
Average Height: 1.8m
Skin Color: Pale to Dark Borwn
Hair Color: Varies, blonde, black, brown, red, (gray with age)
Eye Color: Born without Eyes
Average Lifespan: 84 standard years


RACIAL TRAITS

Skill Bonus: Use the Force +5
Size Category: Medium
Level up: 100xp

FORCE SIGHT: Miraluka are born without eyes and see the galaxy through the Force. They can see a person's alignment and their Force Sense skill is increased by 10. This is a bonus to racial skill points. Force Sight works even if the Miraluka is not a jedi or sith class.