Ryn



An uncommon humanoid species, the Ryn possess prehensile tails, beak-like noses, long fingers, white hair, and distinctive odor. They are known for their musicality and diligent cleanliness despite being often mistaken as dirty due to their strong odor.

Society and Culture
Ryn are a nomadic species native to the Core Worlds. Now, spread over the galaxy, their original homeworld has been forgotten - even to them. They have two theories about their origins: the first being that they are descended from thousands of musicians hired out to a world swept clean of artists; the second that they were the descendants of mercenaries deployed against an Inner Rim threat. The second gained credence due to the fact that the Ryn language contained many military words and phrases, most notably the fact that the words for non-Ryn and civilian were related.

Due to their homelessness, musical talent, natural secrecy, and avoidance of written records, Ryn have developed a gypsy-like culture and a reputation for con artistry, leaving many species prejudiced against them. In some sectors it is legal to enslave or hunt Ryn. Their language is outlawed in many locations, and a large number of Ryn women are used as slave breeders.

The Ryn claim to have invented sabacc - originally as a means of divination. They are a very musical people, being able to play their beaks like flutes. They can even call droids with them, by being able to play pitches very precisely.

Stats & Skills

 * Attribute Dice: 12D
 * DEXTERITY: 1D+2/4D
 * KNOWLEDGE: 1D+1/4D
 * MECHANICAL: 1D/4D
 * PERCEPTION: 2D/4D
 * STRENGTH: 1D/4D
 * TECHNICAL: 1D/4D
 * Move: 10/12

Special Abilities
Musical Beak: The Ryn can play their perforated beaks like musical instruments. Some Ryn become so adept that they can imitate the tonal languages of many droids (R2 units, etc.). This requires a Moderate Perception: musical instrument skill roll, though a Ryn will be unable to communicate unless he knows the droid’s binary language. Musical Aptitude: Ryn have a talent for music, and gain a +2 pip bonus to any skill rolls that involve music (singing, playing instruments, etc.)

Prehensile Tail: A Ryn can use its long, strong tail to grip items or individuals with both Strength and Dexterity attributes equal to the Ryn’s own -1D. Supporting heavy weights with their tails is painful, and requires a Moderate stamina skill roll each round past the first when they are supporting the weight of themselves or another being.

Story Factors
Bad Reputation: Ryn are almost universally despised as thieves and con-men.

Odor: Ryn have superstitions regarding personal hygiene, which leads them to possess a characteristic odor that others find unpleasant.