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Twi'lek

The Twi'lek species is a popular and distinctive alien race from the Star Wars universe. Originating from the planet Ryloth, Twi’leks are humanoid in form but are easily recognizable from their striking skin pigmentation and the two tentacle-like appendages, known as "lekku" or "tchun-tchin," that descend from the back of their heads. The lekku are prehensile, often used for communication via subtle movements, and are also believed to contain a part of the Twi'lek's brain.

Traditionally, Twi'leks are depicted as an oppressed race, often enslaved, and many are found working in the galaxy's seedier locations. They are known for their charm and elaborate dances, which have unfortunately made them popular as slaves and entertainers. Despite their harsh history, Twi'leks possess a strong cultural heritage with rich music and stories. Famous Twi'leks from the Star Wars saga include Oola, the dancer in Jabba the Hutt's palace, and Hera Syndulla, a pilot and key member of a Rebel Alliance cell in the animated series "Star Wars Rebels."

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Mentions on Podcast Episodes:

"So another thing about her, too, and maybe it's her. I think she's Twi'lek."

5. - (32 BBY) Darth Maul Miniseries #5 & Age of Republic - Darth Maul
"Is he a male Twi'lek or a different race?"

7. - (29 BBY) Obi-Wan and Anakin Miniseries (1-3)
"you've got the Twi'lek girl in the front."

7. - (29 BBY) Obi-Wan and Anakin Miniseries (1-3)
"You've got the Twi'lek girl in the front."

7. - (29 BBY) Obi-Wan and Anakin Miniseries (1-3)
"Yeah, it's not Twi'lek."

10. - (27 BBY) Age of Republic Obi-Wan and Count Dooku
"Mace Windu and his clone troopers aim to liberate the Ryloth capital of Lesoth, but need to acquire the help of the Twi'lek resistance group led by Cham Syndulla in order to do so."

26. - (21 BBY) Clone Wars S1 E19, 20, & 21
"Well, it seemed like they were setting up the the the political stuff with the Twi- are they Twi'leks?"

26. - (21 BBY) Clone Wars S1 E19, 20, & 21
"Yeah, Twi'leks."

26. - (21 BBY) Clone Wars S1 E19, 20, & 21
"I keep wanting to say Twi'lek, but we've talked about this multiple times."

35. - (21 BBY) Clone Wars Season 2 Eps 13 and 14, Tales of the Jedi Ep 1

Twi'lek

"So another thing about her, too, and maybe it's her. I think she's Twi'lek."

"Is he a male Twi'lek or a different race?"

"you've got the Twi'lek girl in the front."

"You've got the Twi'lek girl in the front."

"Yeah, it's not Twi'lek."

"Mace Windu and his clone troopers aim to liberate the Ryloth capital of Lesoth, but need to acquire the help of the Twi'lek resistance group led by Cham Syndulla in order to do so."

"Well, it seemed like they were setting up the the the political stuff with the Twi- are they Twi'leks?"

"Yeah, Twi'leks."

"I keep wanting to say Twi'lek, but we've talked about this multiple times."