Jigera

The Jigera were a Near-Human species native to the planet of the same name in the Peruvian Sector. Known for being a calm, scholarly species, the Jigera had proven to be quite stalwart against enemies, even given their more pacifist approach towards their society.

Appearance and Biology
The Jigera were pale skinned humanoids with much the same physiological make-up as Humans. The only exception was that their ears tapered to a point at the top of the cartilage, much the same as the Tynar'ri. This has led to speculation that the Jigera may be linked to the Tynar'ri ancestrally, but their genetic markers showed a closer evolution from Human stock.

Jigera of the upper castes of society bore a scar that ran across the bridge of their noses, known as the V’ykfal mark or scar of V’ykfal, used to note their status among their people. This was a tradition that had held within their society for eons.

Culture and Society
The Jigera, even through the eras of the Empire and New Republic, had maintained a rigid caste system among their people. There were four levels:
 * The Grulauch – The lowest of the castes. The Grulauch were usually found to be menial laborers without much property.
 * The Ogdru – Although second from the lowest of the castes, the Ogdru were respected for their contributions to society as artisans and skilled professionals. Any individuals serving as security or in a military capacity were also counted in this caste.
 * The Caypor – The caste level of Caypor was held exclusively for the scholars and historians of Jigera society. These individuals could have the scar of V’ykfal, which was once reserved only for royalty, but since the days when the Jigera were part of the Galactic Republic, had come to be a mark of status among all people of the upper castes. Jigera had been known to give Jedi and other Force-users honorary membership into this caste.
 * The Ni’Domhnail – The highest of the castes within Jigera society, the Ni’Domhnail represented individuals of noble birth, wealth, heroic deeds, and the royalty of Jigera. All members of this caste bore the V’ykfal scar.

The Jigera had had a dynasty of the royal line of Ahimsa for approximately 7,567 years, as of 0 BBY. The Ahimsa family and their descendents had kept the traditions of knowledge and peaceful existence going since their ascension to the royal line since that time.

Although the Jigera did not show outward signs of hostility and tended to be more concerned with gathering and maintaining knowledge, they did keep themselves ready for confrontations, should they arise. In the event of having to confront an enemy, the Jigera often employed one of many Martial Arts that they had recorded and tracked throughout the years. Often times, the Jigera proved to be very deadly in their expertise of these techniques, although they always attempted to use them only for self-defense.

Jigera in the Galaxy
While not unique, there were not many Jigera that traveled the stars. Most often, a Jigera found off-world would have been in search of knowledge or working in a scholarly field.

RPG D6 Stats
Homeworld: Jigera

Technology Level: Space

Attribute Dice: 12D

DEXTERITY 2D/4D

KNOWLEDGE 3D/5D

MECHANICAL 1D/3D

PERCEPTION 2D/4D

STRENGTH 2D/4D

TECHNICAL 1D/3D

Special Abilities:

Knowledge Skills: All Jigera have had schooling which focuses on a board scope of knowledge based subjects throughout their early lives. This schooling also involves memory skills. Jigera receive a +1D to all Knowledge skills except Willpower when performing skill checks.

Story Factors:

None.

Move: 10/12

Size: 1.5 to 2 meters

Lifespan: 275 standard years