- "Only after great pain, do you see life as a whole."
- ―Revak Kur
Revak Kur is a Hapan male from the planet Terephon. Believing it was his "destiny," he traveled to New Tython at the age of 24 and was quickly accepted into House Odan-Urr. It was there he began to study under a fellow Hapan, Guinevere Deschain and ascended the ranks quickly. Having grown up around both Teachers and Soldiers, Revak found the Sentinel Jedi path fitting, allowing him a "complete view" of the world around him. He is currently serving the Jedi as the Commander of Strike-Team Ooroo.
Physical Appearance
Revak has a short and stocky build. His muscles are well defined due to his physical training and well managed diet. As with all Hapan, he is very handsome. His eyes are mostly green with only the outer edges containing beige/brown tones.
While on diplomatic missions, Revak dresses more like a Hapan nobile with elaborate garments and formal colors. This is due to a certain unease some feel who are not often confronted by Jedi. This allows then to feel the playing field is more level.
Mostly he wears the Jedi Nomad Robes due to their light but sturdy fabrics allowing for free movement. Sturdy upper-body armor is donned for the battle field as well as a battle helmet with night-vision capabilities. A blaster is also attached to his thigh at all times; carried discreetly when not in battle.
Personality
Revak has a balanced approach to combat; relying on both his Force and martial abilities. As a side skill, he has been working on the use of slugthrowers. He is able to hit large targets at great distances but can only hit smaller or moving targets with a 35% success rate.
When Revak does things, he makes sure everything is done correctly, no matter how long it takes. While generally laid back and more than happy to offer a quip of sarcasm, Revak's entire demeanor changes once combat begins. He becomes focused and quiet, with his smile replaced with a look of grim determination. When he is not training, Revak can often be found trying to plan or coordinate something. This can sometimes annoy those around him.
At times, he prefers to push the rules to the absolute limit. While he is unlikely to actually break rules or disobey orders, he toes the line between what is allowed and what isn't at every opportunity.
Through careful study and dedication to isolated martial-combat, Revak has turned the act of dueling into an art form. A keen eye and attention to detail allows him the ability to learn their opponent's idiosyncrasies while fighting. He then uses his own skills to capitalize on the opponent's weakness. Because of this calculated approach to isolated duels, he has a harder time taking on multiple opponents at once at higher skill levels. It is this weakness that, when he feels the battle is not in his favor, prefers the ancient technique of a good kick to the nuts. And if that won't work, either because the enemy is a woman or has balls of steel, Revak isn't beyond pulling a few more cheap tricks out of the bag. Granted, he won't be winning any medals for nobility or any prestige for a unique fighting style or a superb maneuver, but Revak Kur will still be winning, the best and most dirty way he knows how.
History
The Early Years
- "Think like a General, not merely as a Soldier."
- ―Loa Kur, General of the Imperial Army (ret.)
The story of Revak Kur starts with his birth around 9 ABY to his parents, Loa and Aris Kur. Lao Kur was a Human Sith who served as a General in the days of the Empire. Aris Ors was a Hapan female who worked as a teacher on her homeworld of Terephon.
Revak attended the prestigious school where his mother worked. Receiving a well rounded education was Aris's top priority for her son. She spent much of her time after school reading and expanding his knowledge of the Universe. Among the core studies of math, science and history; Aris taught Revak the basic skills of Hapan nobility including finance, diplomacy and politics.
Loa, on the other hand, made sure Revak spent equal amounts of time studying combat. Loa thought it important to have Revak, to look at the big picture in combat and to react accordingly. His martial training consisted of the the study of Hapan Martial Arts and various weapons. Loa taught Revak the history of the Sith and of the Empire. He would often recite quotes of Lords Revan, Sidious and Vader.
Loa and Aris noticed Revak's Force abilities early in his child hood. Although Loa wanted Revak to "revive" the Sith, he taught him to use the Force as he would a pen or any weapon. Force Manipulation was as equally important, if not more so, than using the Force in combat to attain his goal. Aris disagreed with Loa knowing that joining the Sith would bring Revak much pain. This started to create a rift in the family.
Leaving Home
- "... go anyplace by here."
- ―Aris Kur
Around Ravak’s 18th birthday, the tension between Loa and Aris was far too great. Upon arriving home from work early, Aris found Loa standing across the room from a blindfolded Revak; pointing a small blaster at the boy's chest. He looked at her with a smug grim and pulled the trigger. Aris screamed as the bolt flew through the air. Almost instantly, Revak ignited his father’s lightsaber and caught the bolt with the bright red blade. The bolt was sent across the room and out the window of their house. The look of pleasure on Loa’s face turned to anger when Aris grabbed the blaster and demanded that Loa stop this: "Revak WILL become a Jedi!" Aris grabbed the lightsaber from Revak and pushed him into his room. His parents fought for hours. After the slam of the front door, Revak walked out of his room. He found his mother crying on the floor. She looked up and explained how he was going to be a great Jedi one day. She told him that following the dark side would destroy the ones he loved. Revak promised his mother that he would follow the light. She handed him what credits she had to get a transport off-world.
Di'an
- "It's your life. Live it the way YOU want to. Don't let anyone tell you how to live YOUR life."
- ―Di'an
Revak eventually found himself in a Dantooine Cantina with money running low. After paying for his drink, a Human female caught his attention from across the bar. Her wavy brown hair partially covered her face. Her eyes met Revak's and she smiled so he walked over and introduced herself.
Ravak and Di'an would grow to because close friends. She was a traditionally trained Jedi Consular who survived the Purge and would train Revak in the Light Side of the Force. She also owned her own ship, the Mystic, which she trained Revak on Astrogation and Piloting.
On Revak's 24th birthday, Di’an burst into the crew bay holding a decorative box. She placed the box on his lap. Revak removed the decorative paper covering the box. He opened it, revealing a Late-Republic style battle helmet with night-vision capabilities.
The Death of a Jedi
It was on Kashyyyk, around 34 ABY, that his life would change forever. While Revak was refueling the Mystic, Di’an walked down to another platform full of food and clothing merchants to restock their rations. As she paid for the items, a loud explosion was heard overhead. A Republic Cruiser had exploded in space and came crashing through the thick forest canopy. Large tree branches, engulfed in flames, rained down on the landing platform. Revak was hit and knocked back by the falling debris. The impact knocked the wind out of him and sent him to the ground. He jumped to his feet. His head bled from the impact but amongst the screaming and chaos, he heard a familiar voice screaming for help. Revak started to run towards the cry for help. He dodged falling debris and leapt over massive flaming cruiser parts, until he made his way to the front edge of the platform.
Behind a wall of fire he found Di’an trapped by a large piece of the engine. He screamed to her that he would save her. The raining debris prevented him from making the jump across the flames. She screamed in agony as her clothes caught fire. He screamed her name as if doing so would extinguish the fire. The look of pain and terror on Di’an’s face went away as her eyes met his. The chaos seemed to disappear, as they both seemed to savor the last moment they would see each other. She smiled at him and mouthed words “I will always be with you.” The moment ended when a large branch came crashing down on the platform. Large red-hot embers filled the air.
When the flames died down, all that was left was half a burned platform. Revak sat near the edge and leaded over. A faint orange glow quickly burned out into blackness. Time seemed to stop. Revak sat numb to all the noise and commotion around him. He placed his left hand on the platform to push himself up, and felt something underneath a file of ash. Brushing away the soot, he revealed Di'an's lightsaber. Revak clenched the lightsaber tightly as an image stuck in his mind.
Di'an
Revak rose to his feet. Before walking up the boarding ramp he turned and looked back at the scene. He took a deep breath then exhaled slowly before boarding the ship. He sat in the pilot’s seat, and broke down in tears. Vowing to make Di’an proud of him, he fired up the engines and took off into the sunset. The destination: New Tython.
Equipment
Mystic
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Revak and the Mystic leaving Korriban.
He made several improvements to the ship including a newer hyperdrive, armor and shield generator, two automated laser turrets that can be controlled by his astro-mech droid.
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He purchased R9-9D or “Nine” to help him with improving the Mystic and various other tasks. The outer shell of the droid was a dull white with blue accents. The droid had a quirky yet fun personality that often times humored Revak.
Weapons
Lightsabers
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Top: Orange - Bottom: Purple
Revak always carries two lightsabers. The one he build after attaining Knighthood, casts an orange blade, representing his role in the Sentinel order. The other, purple, belonged to his first master, Di'an.
- Note: Only the Orange lightsaber will be used officially until the rank of EQ3 is acquired.
Slugthrower
Revak favored and became well versed in the workings of the Adventurer Slugthrower Rifle. The rifle was very accurate and could be broken down quickly to reposition or escape.
Blaster Pistol
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Merr-Sonn Munitions DD6 heavy blaster pistol carried on his right side in a thigh holster.
Hobbies
Revak likes to sit and think from time to time. This allows him to center himself to focus better on tasks. He'll often take off in the "Mystic" and relax to really loud music.
Trivia
- Originally the name Revak is a combination of the names Revan and Malak. Turns out, it’s a real name.
- The one thing that Revak always carries with him into battle… sour gummy-worms.
- Claims to be “The Best Smelling Jedi” in the Universe.
- Tends to procrastinate.