A greena and black image that represetns the 11 Parsecs Podcast

11 Parsecs Temple Archives -

Bounty Hunters Guild

Characters

The Bounty Hunters Guild is a long-established institution in the Star Wars universe, designed to regulate and control the actions of bounty hunters across the galaxy. This organization, filled with rival bounty hunters, is as chaotic and diverse as the universe with which it coexists. Established during the rule of The Old Republic, the Guild has survived multiple upheavals and chaos, navigating through political unrest and changing regimes.

The Guild's primary role is to provide and enforce rules and regulations for bounty hunting activities. It acts as an intermediary between those who post bounties and the bounty hunters who fulfill these tasks. The Guild ensures that bounties are legal and valid, protecting the interests of both parties. Additionally, it distributes bounties to its members, ensuring a steady supply of work for all its constituents. The organization also provides necessary resources to bounty hunters, including access to training, weapons, and other essential services.

One of the tenets of the Bounty Hunters Guild is the Bounty Hunters' Creed, a set of strict codes and practices which members are required to follow. The Creed prohibits infighting among members and mandates non-interference in other hunter's bounties. A breach of these rules could result in expulsion or severe punishment from the Guild. These guidelines also provide protection for bounty hunters, establishing procedures to ensure fair payment and treatment.

The Bounty Hunters Guild is led by a Guildmaster, who has the power to decide which bounties are distributed to which hunters. This position is often challenged and, as a result, changes hands regularly. Over the years, many popular Star Wars characters, such as Boba Fett and Bossk, have attempted to take over leadership of the Guild. The Guildmaster's duties include maintaining the peace within the Guild and overseeing the distribution and completion of bounties.

While the Bounty Hunter Guild has provided a sense of order and structure to the inherently risky profession of bounty hunting, its existence hasn't always been stable. There have been instances of infighting, breakaway factions, and external pressures that have threatened the continued existence of the Guild. Notably, during the time of the Galactic Empire, the Guild splintered and declined. However, under the leadership of Boba Fett, the Guild was restructured and regained its previous stature.

the Bounty Hunters Guild is an integral part of the Star Wars universe, providing structure and order to the chaotic profession of bounty hunting. Through many trials and tribulations, the Guild continues to persist, ensuring the continuity of one of the galaxy's most dangerous and unpredictable professions.

Similar Characters: General Maximilian Veers,   Padmé Amidala,   Ronin



Mentions on Podcast Episodes: