Ryn
Species Data
Attribute Dice: 12D (+6D for PC)
DEXTERITY: 1D+2/4D
PERCEPTION: 2D/4D
STRENGTH: 1D/4D
KNOWLEDGE: 1D+1/4D
MECHANICAL: 1D/4D
TECHNICAL: 1D/4D
Size: 1.5 - 1.8 meters
Move: 10/12
Homeworld: Unknown (believed to be somewhere in the Core), Rynzemba
Description:
"We have a saying, 'In the darkest hole you can always find some light. You just have to open your eyes
to see it.'"
-Goure to Tahiri Veila
The Ryn were a humanoid species, with prehensile tails, beak-like noses, long fingers, white hair, and distinctive odor. They
were known for a lack of personal hygiene.
History:
Droma, a Ryn. "We're a superstitious folk..."
-Droma
They were a nomadic species native to the Core Worlds. They were spread over the galaxy, their original homeworld forgotten, even
to them. They had two theories: the first being that they were 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 developed a gypsy-like culture
and a reputation for con artistry, leaving many species prejudiced against them. In some sectors it was legal to enslave or hunt
Ryn. Their language was outlawed in many locations, and a large number of Ryn women were used as slave breeders.
The largest concentration of Ryn was located in the Corporate Sector due to the fact that it was remote from those who would
persecute them, and a Ryn healer saved the life of a CSA Executive Officer. The Ryn claimed to have invented sabacc, originally
as a means of divination. They were a very musical people, being able to play their beaks like flutes. They could even call
droids with them, by being able to play pitches very precisely.
During the Yuuzhan Vong War, a number of Ryn refugees were based on Duro, and later attempted to settle in Senex-Juvex following
that world's fall. The Ryn ran an information network that was second to none.
Droma, Han Solo's friend and, for a time, co-pilot was a Ryn.
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 check, 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 Strength: 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.
