F E N C E R
TANEON DARR
| Age | 31 GSY |
| Species | Human (Chandrilan) |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 1.83 Meters |
| Weight | 74 kg |
| Force Sensitive | Yes |
| Voice | Gideon Emery as Balthier |
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
Taneon is a youthful human male in his early thirties. His phenotypes give him a peachy-tan skintone, blackish-brown hair, and dark eyes. He typically wears his hair at medium length, and facial hair in a debonair goatee. He has a slight scar on his cheek, as a result of an old duel. He keeps in shape, honing more of a lean, athletic look than hulking muscle.
INVENTORY
Equipment
- A set of athletic-cut Jedi robes
- A blue-bladed, rapier-inspired lightsaber whose basket is made of ultrachrome
- An E-851 blaster pistol
- DM-4S, his blue C1-series astromech companion and copilot
Vehicle(s)
- The Riposte, his modified S-161 XL yacht
- A Zephyr-J speeder bike
PERSONALITY
Taneon Darr embodies the serene wisdom of his Chandrilan heritage infused with the adventurous spirit of his Corellian roots, making him a unique presence among the Jedi. His personality is marked by a profound sense of empathy and a reflective approach, complemented by a roguish charm and a knack for bending rules when necessary. This blend of qualities equips him with both the calm, foresightedness required to uphold Jedi principles and the flexibility and daring needed to navigate the galaxy's complexities. Taneon's commitment to peace and justice is as unwavering as his courage, and his love for learning and natural charisma endear him to all. Balancing the wisdom of Chandrila with the resilience of Corellia, Taneon stands as a steadfast guardian, embodying the best of the worlds that shaped him.
STRENGTHS
Swordsmanship: As a Jedi Guardian, Taneon has made strides in his skills with a lightsaber. He mainly prefers Malashi as his baseline form, but has decent knowledge with Soresu and Niman to use their techniques in situations where Form II is not ideal.
Jedi-Trained: Raised from a young age in a Jedi enclave, Taneon is a knighted member of the Jedi community. He has shown the ability to be a capable wielder of the Force.
WEAKNESSES
Rogue: Because of his adventurous, cavalier spirit, he comes off as slightly reckless to more traditional Jedi. As does his willingness to occasionally bend the rules if he feels the rules impede the "right thing to do."
Overreliance: While he is a skilled user of Makashi, he tends to rely on it too much, leading to instances where he does not immediately recognize his disadvantage to other forms and situations.
HISTORY
Born on the tranquil world of Chandrila, Taneon was the progeny of a harmonious union: his mother, a devout Chandrilan who embraced her planet's pacifistic ethos, and his father, a resilient Corellian who contributed to the galaxy through their family-run cargo shipping business. This combination of heritages endowed Taneon with a profound sense of purpose and belonging from his earliest days.
The Darr family, though not extravagantly wealthy, managed a modest yet esteemed cargo shipping operation that was integral to commerce among the Core Worlds. It was in his youth, amidst the hustle of his family's business, that Taneon's fate would dramatically unfold. An accident in the warehouse, where Taneon miraculously avoided injury through an instinctive use of the Force to repel falling crates, unveiled his hidden talents. This startling revelation was perceived by his parents as the mark of a greater calling for their son. Recognizing the magnitude of his potential, they entrusted him to the guardianship of the closest Jedi enclave.
Within the enclave, under the guidance of experienced Jedi Masters, Taneon's affinity with the Force flourished. He became deeply inspired by the stories of iconic Jedi such as Porter Engle, whose wisdom and bravery were legendary, and Master Dooku, whose skill and subsequent tragedy offered a cautionary tale of the fine line between light and shadow. These narratives of courage, wisdom, and moral complexity deeply influenced Taneon, shaping his vision of what it meant to walk the Jedi path. Captivated by the elegance and strategic focus of Dooku's preferred lightsaber technique, Makashi, Taneon committed himself to mastering this form, aiming for precision and grace in an era where such skills were uncommon.
As Taneon advanced, his prowess and dedication were acknowledged by his mentors. Embracing the role of a Jedi Guardian, he vowed to safeguard the galaxy's remote frontiers. In the untamed expanses of space, Taneon discovered his purpose, protecting those in peril from pirates, marauders, and myriad dangers. His story is a testament to the timeless virtues of the Jedi, marrying the lessons of history with the bravery needed to navigate the galaxy's unknowns.