Aren D'Shade
Digital Shadow
Species: Human
Age: 21
Birthplace: Coruscant
Upbringing: Zakuul, raised by adoptive parents
Era: Post-Legacy Era — 902 ABY (902 years after the Battle of Yavin)
Affiliation: Mandalorian Empire (non-Mandalorian operative)
Force Alignment: Independent, leaning toward the Dark Side
Born in the depths of Coruscant, Aren D'Shade was rescued as an infant and raised on Zakuul by adoptive parents. She grew up surrounded by salvaged tech and forgotten war machines, developing a deep love for engineering and slicing. Her life changed when she attempted to steal a starship and met Arekk, her long-lost brother, who helped her awaken her latent Force sensitivity.
Though she briefly traveled with Arekk, their paths diverged. Aren now operates independently, having joined the Mandalorian Empire as a freelance operative. While not Mandalorian by culture or creed, her skills in tech, infiltration, and Force manipulation earned her a place among their ranks—though she remains an outsider, respected but not fully trusted.
Her past includes a passionate but short-lived relationship with Rann Thress, a rogue Force user whose ideals clashed with her own. Their breakup left emotional scars and further pushed Aren toward a darker, more pragmatic view of the galaxy.
Without a starship of her own, Aren travels the galaxy by hitching rides, trading her skills, or working covert missions for the Mandalorian Empire. She seeks the Echo Codex, a lost holocron said to contain teachings for Force users who walk outside the Jedi and Sith traditions.
Her journey is one of survival, discovery, and self-definition—balancing her love of technology with her growing connection to the Force, and deciding what kind of power she's willing to wield in a galaxy that rarely offers second chances.
Age: 21
Birthplace: Coruscant
Upbringing: Zakuul, raised by adoptive parents
Era: Post-Legacy Era — 902 ABY (902 years after the Battle of Yavin)
Affiliation: Mandalorian Empire (non-Mandalorian operative)
Force Alignment: Independent, leaning toward the Dark Side
Background
Born in the depths of Coruscant, Aren D'Shade was rescued as an infant and raised on Zakuul by adoptive parents. She grew up surrounded by salvaged tech and forgotten war machines, developing a deep love for engineering and slicing. Her life changed when she attempted to steal a starship and met Arekk, her long-lost brother, who helped her awaken her latent Force sensitivity.
Though she briefly traveled with Arekk, their paths diverged. Aren now operates independently, having joined the Mandalorian Empire as a freelance operative. While not Mandalorian by culture or creed, her skills in tech, infiltration, and Force manipulation earned her a place among their ranks—though she remains an outsider, respected but not fully trusted.
Her past includes a passionate but short-lived relationship with Rann Thress, a rogue Force user whose ideals clashed with her own. Their breakup left emotional scars and further pushed Aren toward a darker, more pragmatic view of the galaxy.
Personality
- Tech-savvy and inventive, with a sharp mind and a love for machines
- Independent and bold, with a rebellious streak and a guarded heart
- Empathetic, especially toward droids and those cast aside by society
- Morally gray, leaning toward the Dark Side but guided by her own code of honor
️ Appearance
- Hair: Shoulder-length, vibrant purple
- Eyes: Warm brown
- Complexion: Medium-toned, Hispanic features
- Attire:
- Black leather jacket
- White shirt
- Blue jeans
- Brown shoulder bag for tools and gear
- Weapons & Gear:
- Violet Lightsaber: Crafted with salvaged Zakuulan tech and a rare kyber crystal
- Multi-tool gauntlet: For slicing, repairs, and survival
- Companion Droid "EL": A sleek, golden humanoid droid with glowing blue eyes, built by Aren herself. EL is equipped with advanced hacking tools, stealth capabilities, and a personality matrix that blends dry humor with fierce loyalty.
Skills & Powers
- Force Abilities:
- Telekinesis, Force Sense, Precognition
- Force Echo — sensing emotional imprints on objects and places
- Mechu Deru — a rare and powerful ability allowing her to manipulate, communicate with, and repair machines through the Force
- Other Skills:
- Master mechanic and droid engineer
- Skilled slicer and pilot (though currently without her own ship)
- Agile and stealthy, with a knack for improvisation
- Fluent in multiple droid languages and ancient tech dialects
- Tactical operations and infiltration, often deployed by the Mandalorian Empire for covert missions
️ Current Mission
Without a starship of her own, Aren travels the galaxy by hitching rides, trading her skills, or working covert missions for the Mandalorian Empire. She seeks the Echo Codex, a lost holocron said to contain teachings for Force users who walk outside the Jedi and Sith traditions.
Her journey is one of survival, discovery, and self-definition—balancing her love of technology with her growing connection to the Force, and deciding what kind of power she's willing to wield in a galaxy that rarely offers second chances.