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Taam Moghul
| Aliases | Knight Moghul |
| Rank | Knight |
| Faction | NJO |
| Specialty | Sentinel |
| Age | 34 |
| Birthplace | Kashyyyk |
| Species | Cathar |
| Height | 2m |
| Weight | 160kg |
| Fur Color | Golden brown |
| Eye Color | Amber |
| Personality Traits | Brave Honest Gregarious |
| Education Traits | Martial Diplomacy |
| Lifestyle Traits | Whole of Body Gallant |
| Languages | Basic, Catharese, Shyriiwook, Bocce, Huttese |
| Gender | Male |
| Force Sensitive | Yes |
| Template Credit | Konrad Harrsk |
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HISTORY
Millennia ago, after the Cathar were nearly wiped out during the Mandalorian Wars, some tribes of exiles found the planet Kashyyyk and its Wookiee inhabitants had much in common with themselves. By the time of the Galactic Civil War, most all Cathar had returned to their homeworld. But the tribe on Kashyyyk had become so ingrained with the planet and integrated with the Wookiees, that they chose to remain. Nearly another millennium later, Taam was born into this tribe.
The tribe had held faithfully to most Cathar traditions, which hadbeen passed from one generation to the next. Many Wookiee practices were also adopted by the tribe. It was this connection to the Wookiees that allowed the Jedi to discover a very young Cathar shaman apprentice that showed a strong connection with the Force. To the Jedi Temple Taam went.
As a padawan, Taam proved very teachable, determined and talented. As he approached adulthood, he was contrversially allowed to return home to particiate in a Cathar rite of passage for a warrior known as the Blood Hunt.
He rose through his training admirably, and attained the rank of Knight. Taam then took on a padawan by the name of Kalisha Watu, a promising Atrisian apprentice. When the galaxy was embroiled in the Hyperspace Wars, Taam and Kalisha were not exempt from involvement. Proving a very effective team, their stellar reputation was wiped out when Kalisha was killed. While never accused or charged of negligence in the death, Taam could not escape the guilt of the tragedy.
The devastating loss shook his being to the core. In a difficult decision reluctantly approved by the Council, Taam left regular service to the Temple with the caveat that he remain under the authority of the Order on Coruscant.
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Unarmed combat (Cathar Claw/Wookie Brawling Styles)NOTABLE SKILLS
Bladed weapons
Bowcaster
Mechanical Repairs
Piloting
Tree climbing
Wood Carving
Music (hallikset)
Prominant Lightsaber Styles:
Shien So
Djem SoNOTABLE TRAITS
Strengths
Cathar Physiology: Taam's sense of smell and sight are heightened compare to humans. His species have a natural aptitude for physical power and agility and Taam possesses great strength and quickness. Each hand and foot also possess large, razor-sharp retractable claws that can be lethal in close combat. He also possesses the natural hunting instinct of his kind.
Wookiee-Influence: Being raised on Kashyyyk in close proximity to Wookiee villages, Taam has learned not only one of their languages, but learned the craft of wood carving and mechanical workings. He has also been trained in their weaponry and possess several that he made himself. Living with Wookiees has also helped him to better control the hot temper typical of Cathars.
Neutral
Moral Compass: Influenced by both Cathar and Wookiee ideologies, Taam has a strong drive to do what is right and oppose what is wrong (by the standards of those two cultures). Loyalty is also a very strong virtue that he cannot deny. This is typically a strength, but when ideology and loyalty conflict, it can prove hard dilemma.
Weaknesses
Unforgiveness: While Taam can easily forgive others, he has found it a challenge to forgive himself for the death of Kalisha. Guilt has kept him from taking on another apprentice or joining the fold of anyone enclave or temple. It can, at inopportune times, raise its ugly head to fill him with doubt, or melancholy at the least.
Mild Agoraphobia: Taam suffers from a mild form of agoraphobia that manifests in an annoying unease in large metropolitan areas. Cities put him on edge and agitate him, leaving him distracted by a strong desire to leave.
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Taam's training in the Force began even before his discovery by the Jedi. As a very young apprentice to the tribal shaman, he learned how to connect with the Force.THE FORCE
This helped him to progress swiftly as a padawan, and he became powerful in the Force. As a Wanderer, Taam reserved the use of the Force to necessities, and continues to remain reserved when employing the Force openly publicly.
Taam's Force knowledge spans most the disciplines.Fighting-Sight - Mastery
NOTABLE FORCE POWERS- Taam has been practicing this ability since his childhood under the instruction of his tribe's shaman. The Lorridian gemstone in his lightsaber further enhances the battle precognition.
- From the time he knew he would return to his home to undergo the Cathar ritual of the Blood Hunt as a teenager, Taam practiced this discipline to prepare himself for the intense fighting the rite would require. As a lone wanderer, It was also a boon while taking on gangs, pirates and other situations in which he faced multiple foes
- There are a few areas of this power on which Taam has focused.
- Force Push - Mastery
- Move Object - Knight
- Force Pull - Knight
- Force Disarm - Knight
- Force Shockwave - Adept
Mechu Macture (Ioninze) - Knight
Mind Trick - Knight
Force Body - Knight
Force Sight - Knight
Energy Resistance - Adept
Curato Salva- Adept
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STORY ARCSA Knight's RevivalAfter years of wandering following the death of his padawan, several events finally bring an end to Taam's search for peace and purpose. The first was meeting
Jonyna Si
, falling in love and making her his mate. The second was a soul-searching visit to the First Jedi Temple of Ahch-To and the wisdom of
Matsu Ike
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Having resolved to return fully to the NJO, Taam returns to the Coruscant Temple via a stop at Alderaan. Then He and Jonyna journey to Cathar where he reconnects with his roots.
Rayia Asai
.Star Light, Star Bright, No Candles Guide My Way Tonight | A Knight Returns Home | Returning HomeNo sooner had he returned to the Order, than Taam and Jonyna race to the Tython System to help defend the Temple Kaleth from attack from dark forces. Then, he is assigned a new padawan.
A Jedi Knight Unleashed
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PERSONALNameDescriptionAcquaintance / I turned her to the LightMate / Fell in love at first biteConfidant / Offered help when most needed
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EQUIPMENT
WEAPONS
Kta Dom Lya - A great sword forged By Jonyna Si
for her lover, this weapon is imbued with the Force.
Lightsaber - The Lorridian gemstone in this viloet saber gives Taam the abiltiy him to read the actions of his opponents, giving him better defense
Ryyk Blade
Custom bowcaster
ARMOR/CLOTHING
Jedi Robes
Jedi Utility Belt
Armored Jacket - An armored trench coat created by Jonyna Si
to protect Taam
Robes of the Wayward - Gift from Matsu Ike
(received in Pilgrimage to the Beginning)
GEAR
Survival Kit - Gift from Matsu Ike(received in Pilgrimage to the Beginning)
Force Compass - Gift from Matsu Ike (received in Pilgrimage to the Beginning)
Wookiee woodcarving kit
Hallikset
Ship
I-33 Deliverance-class Starfighter (NJO)
Arkonok-class Patrol Courier - "Pride" - armed with two PNS Rapid fire laser cannons, ion cannon and a missile launcher
Droids
D1-K4
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