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- "Only after great pain, do you see life as a whole."
- ―Revak Kur
Revak V. Kur is a Zabrak male from the planet Dromund Kaas. 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 Hapan female, Guinevere Deschain and ascended the ranks quickly. Having grown up around warriors and sorcerers, Revak found the Sentinel Jedi path fitting. He worked as a Jedi Shadow until he began to favor more face-to-face combat. Now he fights as a Guardian. He has served as Battleteam Leader of Strike-Team Ooroo and as Aedile of House Hoth.
Physical Appearance
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Revak has a short and stocky build. His muscles are well defined due to his physical training and well managed diet. His reddish-beige skin is covered with intricate tattoos and atop his head protrudes 13 horns. He has no head or facial hair. His eyes are mostly green with only a thin band of red at the edges due to his strong dark side influences during his yourth.
Generally, Revak favors the Commander robes for their simplicity and comfort. While in position of authority or diplomatic missions he either wears the King robes, when there is a need to sway others to his cause, or the Noble robes when a more refined, diplomatic look is necessary. In the field, Revak wears the Nomad robes or his Chief Inquisitor Armor. Walking confidently onto the battlefield, he aims to intimidate his enemies and win the battle before even drawing a weapon.
Personality
Revak chose the Guardian path because of his upbringing and his time in the Cuy'val Dar. He often uses negotiations first, but when talks fail, he will fight hard to bring a swift victory. As far as combat, Revak has a balanced approach to this as well. He relies on both his Force and martial abilities. As a side skill, he has been training with the use of blasters and bladed weapons.
Through a combination of preparing, studying, and analyzing, Revak creates detailed battle plans and tries to think two steps ahead of the enemy. At times, however, this can lead to him creating complicated schemes that can baffle less intelligent subordinates. Additionally, killing has never been a problem for Revak. Killing's what he does, and he likes what he does.
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.
While generally laid back and more than happy to offer a quip of sarcasm, his entire demeanor changes once combat begins. He becomes focused and quiet, with his smile replaced with a look of grim determination as he is utterly devoted to success in combat, no matter the mission, no matter the cost. But once the fight is over and he is able to clear his mind, Revak returns to his fun loving self. He also has learned to not take jabs about his stature offensively, but to instead burn them quietly as fuel for his inner spirit. The flame that is sparked as a result is controlled by Revak's discipline of never overestimating his own abilities or those of his opponents. He has trained to fully utilize his size as an advantage when fighting larger opponents. He knows exactly how to leverage his weight to deliver the most effective takedowns or maneuvers. The effort to maintain this image can be draining at times, and when outmatched or overwhelmed, he can be susceptible to a loss of spirit.
History
The Brutal Couple
The story begins with Lou Kur and Aris Itoth on the battlefields of the Galaxy. Lou was a Zabrak male, born on the planet Dathomir, who served as an Imperial General and an Emperor's Hand agent during the later years of the Galactic Empire. He was a ruthless and brutal Warrior who often liked to be in the middle of a conflict instead of watching from a distance. Instead of fear, men under his command looked up to him. They had a sense of pride being assigned to his unit, as it was a prestigious position and one that almost always meant certain death.
Aris a powerful Sorceress born on Dathomir. Born into the Nightsisters she favored the use of either Mind Tricks or lightning to unleash brutal attacks on her enemies.
It was this brutality that drew Lou and Aris together. Upon the death of the Emperor in 4 ABY, Lou returned to Dathomir. Aris was looking for a mate and had heard of Lou's ferocity on the battlefield. A strong desire for adventure and never having been off-world, Aris left with Lou to the terrestrial world of Dromund Kaas. It was in Kaas city that they birthed and raised their first and only child, Revak Kur.
The Early Years (9 ABY – 28 ABY)
Revak had a childhood much like any other born to Sith parents. He would wake up, eat then train. From the moment he could walk, Lou began training him in the “martial combat of his people,” Teras Kasi. Any outsider would view this as simple “roughhousing” but to Lou, these moves would be an invaluable tool to Revak if he was to somehow become disarmed. Lou wanted Revak to be a better tactician than he was. He would often make puzzles for Revak to solve and explained that, whether in combat or not, the importance of knowing your opponent and finding weaknesses would be the difference between victory and defeat.
As his coordination and strength improved, Lou began to introduce weapons. Lou, an accomplished duelist, starting his son out using simple sticks. Once he had established a good foundation, bladed weapons were introduced. Revak looked forward to the days that he and his father would run through drill after drill, conditioning both his mind and body. He often dreamed of being in battle and fighting to the death, using his superior skill, strategy and strength to win over his enemies.
Another aspect of Lou’s training was to not use the Force. As it is common to amplify your physical abilities with the Force, Lou though it better to be in top physical condition during battle and to use what Force energy you had for other things. Revak’s physical training consisted of cardiovascular conditioning and heavy weight training. Although, as ruthless and brutal was Lou had been in battle, he had a side most though rather odd; his eating habits. Lou believed that nutrition had an indirect bearing on how strong someone was with the Force.
“The better the food: the better the body. The better the body: the better the Force.”
Nutrition and strict dieting was introduced from a very early age. Each meal was carefully planned and rationed. Meals usually consisted of high quality meat and vegetables. Things like fruit, bread and cakes were to be consumed sparingly. When Revak was 12, he would go out on his own and hunt the various beasts of the planet.
Aris on the other hand worked more with the Force and the ancient teachings of the Nightsisters. She taught him from an early age how to manipulate his world. Advancing to the manipulating of others.
Revak was a quick learner when it came to using the Force. He was very capable of channeling his emotions into devastating attacks. But that was not all his mother taught him. Aris had a strong mind.
For telekinesis, Aris would draw three different boxes on the ground. Each box had a corresponding block. Revak had to pick up a block and drop place it in the box, lining it up perfectly. Revak quickly mastered the initial stages but as his skill increased, so did the difficulty. The blocks would be placed further away and eventually, with much practice, Revak could do it with his eyes closed.
The training he received on mind tricks was much more brutal. Only a small portion of his training was about how to manipulate others. Mostly she focused on how he can protect himsel. Aris would unleash horrible mind attacks on her son. She would infect his mind with bad thoughts, fear and sorrow. She would put images into his head from things that she had seen from her battles. She would even convince him that everyone he knew was dead and that he was next. The effects of this training kept him awake all night as his mind tried to organize and rationalized the images. When he did sleep, the images would terrify him, waking him up immediately. In time, his mind would begin to fight off the attacks. The images that once scared him, we learned to drive back to their source. As his proficiency increased the more he could withstand.
Leaving Home
- "... go anyplace but here."
- ―Aris Kur
Around Ravak’s 18th birthday, the tension between Loa and Aris was far too great. Lou wanted Revak to follow his path by joining the New Order and serve what was left of the Imperial military. Aris on the other-hand though Revak would be better to return to Dathomir to continue the bloodline. Much of the hostility of both his headstrong parents was taken out on him. He wanted to do neither of those things. He wanted to pursue his owe destiny. Working for various smuggles loading and unloading loot, he saved up enough money to leave the planet and his parents behind.
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
Di'an wielding her lightsaber
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 Guardian 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 to pilot.
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 mask. She explained that she had acquired it from an organization she ran supplies for many times. The Cuy'var Dar, Mando for "Those who no longer exist" were a clan of warriors and priests. Di'an told him that if anything was to happen to her, he must seek them out on the dessert world Jakku and show them the mask. She made him promise that he would.
The Death of a Jedi
- "Death is a natural part of life. Rejoice for those around you who transform into the Force. Mourn them do not. Miss them do not. Attachment leads to jealously. The shadow of greed, that is."
- ―Jedi Master Yoda
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.
Aerial view of the crash
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 of her stuck in his mind. 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 and to keep his promise to her, he fired up the engines and took off into the sunset. The destination: Jakku.
Cuy'val Dar
Mando for "Those who no longer exist," the Cuy'var Dar are an organization of warriors and priests who came together roughly around the beginning of the Republic. Members are often distinguished by an intricate design depicting the head of a dragon. Though one would have to look hard to see it.
This group had lived on many systems before coming to rest of the inhospitable planet of Jakku. Originating on Korriban, they viewed their struggle to survive as a test of strength. Those who weren't strong, died, benefiting the group as a whole. They were scoundrels for hire. Working throughout the galaxy as mercenaries, smugglers and assassins. They're priests designed strict laws based on an ancient religion they had discovered while on Korriban.
It is here that Revak learned many of the stealth tactics that he often deploys on missions.
He has learned the art of dual weapon fighting.
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Equipment
Mask
Mask of the Cuy'var Dar
The mask is one of his most valuable pieces of equipment. The outer shell is composed of Cortosis shielding. The designs were all chiseled by hand. The eyes are enhanced for low light viewing as well as high light shielding and an air filtration system built into the mouth and nose of the unit. This mask is one of the Cuy'var Dar artifacts Revak still employs to aid him on his missions.
Mystic
File:Mystic.pngThe 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.
R9-9D
File:R9-9D.png"Nine"
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 oftentimes humored Revak.
Weapons
Lightsabers
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Upon being knighted, Revak constructed his first lightsaber. It has a vented emitter, black rubberized hand grips running the full length of the hilt and emits a green blade.
Revak mainly used the lightsaber of his first Master, Di'an. She wanted it to have a sturdy hilt to withstand her favored Form V technique. Its elaborate design is both for show and practicality. The hilt is weighted towards the emitter allowing for more one-handed control. The notches below the activator switch allow for better grip and the wooden rear grip is both for reduced weight and aesthetic appeal. This lightsaber produces a purple blade.
Ceremonial Axe
File:War Axe.jpgAxe of the Cuy'var Dar
Obtained when he became a full member of the Cuy'val Dar, Revak keeps the axe holstered to his left hip. Revak uses it mostly as a tool, but will dispatch enemies with a brutal chop.
Firearms
Dressellian Projectile Rifle
Used for long-range sniping attacks, this slugthrower isn't easily deflected by a lightsaber as most energy based weapons, making this his weapon of choice against Force users. While he likes close-quarters combat, Revak sees no shame in avoiding a confrontation.
File:Dd6.jpgRevak's DD6
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.