Clan Odan-Urr

Clan Odan-Urr
Political Information
Founding Document:	33 ABY
Head of State:	Council Of Urr High Council High Councilor Liam Torun Councilor A'lora Kituri Councilor of Roll Kah Manet Lower Council TBD
Societal information
Capital:	Menat Ombo, New Tython (Harakoa)
Official Language:	Basic, Harakoan
Currency:	Galactic Credit Standard
Historical information
Formed from:	Acolytes of Odan-Urr
Date of Establishment:	33 ABY
Era(s):	Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era
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Clan Odan-Urr, the first Light Side Clan admitted to the Brotherhood was formed in 33 ABY after the initial encounter with the Dark Council on planet Harakoa, before which the Jedi upon Harakoa existed as the Acolytes of Odan-Urr. Though their function changed little (as defenders of the local, savage population) admittance to the Brotherhood shifted the focus of the Urrian population from purely domestic matters to interplanetary ones, particularly fending off their rivals—who would happily exterminate them—with savvy politicking and, when necessary, espionage.

History Of The Clan

Despite the Great Jedi Purge, several Jedi Masters managed to elude Palpatine's wrath and survive, going on to train students to rebuild the order. Jedi Masters like Ylenic It'kla fought actively with the Rebellion, alongside his students. However, the death of It'kla upon Alderaan and subsequent defeat of the Rebellion at Hoth (a battle in which It'kla's young force sensitives took part) shook the will of the students to continue active resistance against the Empire. They fled deep into the Outer Rim in their fighters, eventually encountering a world populated only by what they could describe as noble savages—people who lived closely tied to nature, shunning all modern technology as corrupting.

Settling upon the world Harakoa (rechristened New Tython by the Jedi), the new arrivals had soon spread across the planet, ingratiating themselves with the wide variety of tribal populations inhabiting the continents. However, as the population of colonists from distant, more technologically advanced worlds increased from several hundred to many thousands planetwide, the relative peace of the tribal world was largely shattered due to conflicts (which often erupted into full scale wars) over rights to land and resources. Fearing the eruption of a planet-wide bloodshed the Jedi intervened politically, brokering a truce at the site which would become the capital city of Menat Ombo. Though the peace which resulted was tenuous at best, it has persisted to the present day, interrupted by only minor skirmishes between isolated groups of colonists and the tribes.

By the time contact with the Dark Jedi Brotherhood was made, the Acolytes of Odan-Urr possessed little in the way of military technology. Their space force consisted of only a handful of outdated, beat up old fighters from their time with the Rebel Alliance, while their ground forces were made up of warriors from countless tribes and colonies, who often disliked one another more than the enemy they were supposed to combat. Due to the precarious state of their armed forces, the Jedi knew they could not defeat the Brotherhood fleets, nor would their devotion to New Tython (and the people there-on) permit them to retreat. To their great surprise the Dark Council was willing, and prepared, to broker an agreement, permitting the Acolytes of Odan-Urr to continue their existence within the fold of the Brotherhood as Clan Odan-Urr in exchange for Brotherhood recognized dominion over New Tython. Though the motivations of the Dark Jedi were, naturally, suspect, in the Brotherhood the Acolyte council saw a nearly unending supply of converts, and the continued ability to protect their world. The true motivations of the Grandmaster Muz Ashen are still not known, though it is possible he either intends to congregate all of the Light and Grey subversives amidst the Dark Clans in one place before annihilating them, or desires a foil with which to weed out weaker Brotherhood houses.

The motivations of the Brotherhood were eventually made known when the combined armies of the Brotherhood descended upon New Tython cutting out a path of destruction on the planet. The fog of war spread wide and thick across the land. Within days devastation had turned Menat Ombo into a pile of rubble. Odan-Urr fought back by allying itself with the late Jedi Master Michael Halcyon and the forces of the Mandolorian Clan Ordo. When the senseless war had concluded the Brotherhood departed as swiftly as they came leaving behind ruins and a shattered people.

The months following the war were filled with a long and arduous period of reconstruction. During this time anti-Jedi sentiments began to stir and foment. Near the end of 35 ABY the seeds of discord blossomed with the emergence of the Mad Hermit Cy Thuron. By raising support from the common populace Cy was able to topple the longstanding Jedi led government. The Jedi, recognizing the peoples right for autonomy stepped down vacating Ooroo Abbey whilst ceding governmental control to the Menat Council, a civilian elected body.

Cy's aggressive supporters then targeted the local urbanized Harakoan presence in the city. The groups speciest attitude towards the Harakoans led to the rise of an oppositional and equally influential peace movement led by farmer turned social-activist Gideon Varos. The two hemispheres of Menat Ombo's conscience eventually clashed at a rally precipitated by Cy's call for violence against the native Harakoans. With a warrant for his arrest Cy either fled the city or went underground. Gideon and his supporters then moved to petition the Menat and Jedi High Councils to intervene and disband the violent dissident group. At the open assembly an explosion tore through the Abbey taking the lives of several civilians, Menat Council member Marten, and famed Jedi High Councilor Ji.

In the aftermath of the explosion Cy's supporters formally rallied together establishing the political entity The Peoples New Dawn headed by former Menat Ombo citizen Ozan Miliet. The group distanced themselves from the Mad Hermit and further cited grievences against the new government after which The New Dawn declared its official secession from the city-state. The New Dawn then en masse departed the city for points north the morning following High Councilor Ji's passing into the force in an event known as the Morning Exodus.

In the weeks following the exodus, peace and quiet did indeed return to Menat Ombo as did the continued reconstruction of the city. The Jedi having moved base of operations to the Halls Of The Watchmen eventually finalized construction on the new training center Arca Praxeum named in honor of the ancient Jedi Master Arca Jeth.

Government and Politics

Council of Urr

The Council of Urr (commonly known as the Jedi Council) is overseen by a (temporary) High Councilor and ultimately controls all affairs and politics of New Tython. Their representatives among the tribes and colonies pass along and enforce proclamations, which typically favor the indigenous peoples over the colonists. During war time the Council is in charge of the overall operation of the Harakoan military while each tribal protectorate and colonial legion is specifically the responsibility of its Jedi representative. Though these representatives’ opinions are considered during legislation and policy-making, they have no real authority over the Council and are, instead, its servants in carrying out its will.

The Houses

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The Tribes

The tribes themselves, though extraordinarily diverse, are usually run by elder councils, upon which their single Jedi representative sits. Though they are subservient entities to the Council of Urr, the Jedi are usually content to let the elders rule their own tribes, only getting involved when matters begin to supersede established boundaries (either between tribes or between a colony and tribal protectorate). Elder councils generally consist of medicine men, shamans, and war chiefs.

The Colonies

With few exceptions, colonies are generally headed by an autocrat who rules absolutely in all aspects of life. Unlike their tribal counterparts, most colonial governments do not have a Jedi representative. They also possess a loose body of representatives which nearly every colonial county sends delegates to. Though this body can coordinate military efforts should a conflict erupt with the tribes, it has little real power and no source of income besides charitable donations from various colonies themselves. This representative body meets in Menat Ombo and falls under the control and jurisdiction of the Council of Urr. It is important to note that colonies upon Hakaroa are so sparsely populated that they are not traditional cities. Instead, a colony is a tract of land typically united by culture or planet or origin, covered by a smattering of small farmsteads.

Economy

The economy of New Tython is largely agricultural in nature and, due to its continued isolation has no real exports of note. Approximately 70% of the total population are hunter gatherers, interspersed with the predominantly agricultural colonies, and the few tribes which have borrowed agriculture from said new comers. The only economic hub of note is Menat Ombo, a small city constructed of wood and hide where tribal envoys meet to trade and discuss politics at swap meets throughout the year. No real unified currency exists, though the Galactic Credit Standard is accepted in the capital. Barter systems and local currencies (such as shells) prevail throughout the tribal protectorates and colonies. Trade within the capital city is taxed by the Council of Urr in the form of both credits and good, which are then used to improve the planet's almost non-existent infrastructure and bureaucracy.

Society and Culture

A member of the native Harakoan species.

Jedi

Although most of the Jedi who originally arrived on the planet were classically trained by It'kla himself, a series of Force philosophies soon emerged, either brought by new inductees from the Brotherhood, or just due to the poor and unrefined training methods of the Council. The majority of the Jedi adhere to what they perceive as the original teachings of the Jedi Order and are often characterized by their wisdom, but extreme hesitancy to commit. Jedi resembling the New Jedi Order in philosophical content have also emerged. Though they are usually viewed as hot headed and rash, they have a tendency to live up to their 'get the job done' attitude and several have even become members of the Council. The third major group of Jedi on New Tython are the Greys. Though their peers often view them with nervous suspicion, their quality of person has lent them a great deal of weight and influence when forming policy. For the moment, all three groups are quite content to work in harmony and acknowledge the balance achieved by doing so.

Tribes

The variation among the tribes of Harakoa is staggering due to the variability of climate across the world. Though there are tribes practicing subsistence agriculture, many rely upon domesticated animals for hunting and warfare. Sedentary tribes typically live in buildings constructed from mud bricks or grasses while the highly mobile tribes of the hunter gatherers possess structures which can be quickly broken down and carried by domesticated beasts. The home ranges of tribes range from thick, impenetrable jungle, to wide open deserts, rolling plains, rugged mountains, and chilled northern forests. Each tribe has uniquely adapted to exist ideally in their respective habitats.

Colonies

Though not as diverse as the tribes, the colonies have their own rich cultural heritage. Their technology is often antique and well maintained (colonists are often employed as techs by the Jedi to maintain their starfighters, due to the mechanical aptitude of the colonists), and their methods of agriculture have left a lasting mark upon the indigenous people of Harakoa. The species of colonists varies by planet, but the two most predominantly represented species are humans—inhabiting the plains and forests—and Mon Calamari—who build colonies along the coasts of major lakes, rivers and oceans. The proximity of New Tython to many human-populated worlds and Mon Calamari itself is likely what drives people to settle here, though in very sparse numbers as life upon Harakoa is often harsh and unforgiving.

Military

The military of Clan Odan-Urr is known as the Kotahitanga-Unity Defense Force and is formed primarily from the three major species inhabiting the planet. This force, as it is associated foremost with the Jedi, tends to be very liberal in its political outlook. Both colonial militias (such as the Tanduran and Dac Unified Commandos) and the Harakoan tribes (Iwu Zawag and Iwu Kazharam) who join tend to favor reconciliation and cooperation between the species.

Army

The Tythonian (Harakoan) Army is actually a collection of warriors from the various tribes spread across the planet. During times of war the Council of Urr makes a call for warriors, which is facilitated locally by the Jedi tribal representatives, who lead the warriors along with the war chiefs in combat. Restrictions are often very loose and tribes are expected to contribute only what they can and, as such, the Tythonian Army is often left shorthanded. Never-the-less, the horde-style tactics of the horsemen from the plains, guerrilla doctrine of the jungle and mountain fighters, and hardy survivability of the desert hunters makes for a deadly combination in warfare. These tribes are supported by various colonial militias from around the planet. Militias range from organized units of veterans (such as the case with the Tanduran and Dac Unified Commandos) to loosely organized groups of farmers who are often excellent marksmen (see: Melewati Bushfighters). This force is further supplemented by both recently discovered battle droids and armor or artillery captured from the various houses defeated by the Jedi and Mandalorians during the Tenth Great Jedi War.

Navy

Although New Tython does not possess a traditional navy, it does maintain several mismatched fighter squadrons piloted by its Jedi membership (and the rare colonist who brings his own ship and volunteers), known as the Tythonian Space Militia. Ship types typically include T-65 X-Wings, BTL A-4 Y-Wings, ETA-2 Actis interceptors, and RZ-1 A-Wing interceptors. Each squadron functions like a militia, drilling occasionally and headed by a militia captain, who takes direct control of the squadron during times of emergency and war. Squadron captains are usually senior members of the Clan who have been pilots since their days in the Rebel Alliance.

Astrography

New Tython is the fourth planet in the solar system DLSCX-2298, which is the millennia-old Republic designation. The people living on the planet typically refer to the system as the Yhi System, a term adopted from a tribal name for the local star. There are 11 confirmed planets within the Yhi System, though most are far-flung gas giants and Harakoa seems to be the only habitable planet which exists.

Allies and Enemies

Neutral

• Clan Naga Sadow – Even though tensions between the two Clans were high during the Civil War, Clan Odan-Urr has proven to be a match for Clan Naga Sadow. The relationship is edgy but stable, for now.
• Clan Taldryan – The alliance between Clan Taldryan and Clan Odan-Urr has brought the two closer than ever before. Though their views on the galaxy and the Brotherhood differ greatly, a steady peace is developing between the two Clans.
• Clan Tarentum – Even though Tarentum was in the opposing force during the Civil War, their leadership has changed significantly immediately after. Consul Raiju Kang, himself a former member of Clan Odan-Urr, has issued a cease-fire and opened talks with the Odan-Urr summit to maintain their neutral position and a steady peace.

Enemies

• Clan Arcona – Arcona's position during the Civil War has placed them at odds with Clan Odan-Urr. This position has not changed, and should the Dark Council remove its ban on open warfare, the two might yet clash in an all-out war.
• Clan Plagueis - Clan Plagueis’ defection to Esoteric’s side has painted them as traitors to the Brotherhood.
• Clan Scholae Palatinae - The descendants of Palpatine, Scholae Palatinae is one of the few clans in the Brotherhood which Clan Odan-Urr would readily declare war against, were it permitted by the Dark Council, an attitude owing primarily to the heritage of the clan.

Defunct

• Clan Revan - Though revolutionaries regarding Brotherhood policy, Clan Revan was at least moderately traditionalist when considering ideology and, therefore, relations with Clan Revan were extremely sour. However, some of their former members have made a good home within Odan-Urr.

Important Figures

V'yr Vorsa - Headmaster of the Arca Praxeum