Asmodus

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Asmodus is the homeworld of the Illyrians. It is a lush, tropical world full of wildlife and geological wonders. Its history goes back to the Hundred Year darkness, over 3000 years before the events of the Sith Imperium.

The Illyrians are considered by some to be sub-species of humans due to their abnormal biology. Most of their species are Force sensitive however can only be connected to the Light side of the Force.

Most Illyrians were born with white eyes and black hair, and had a natural lifespan of about 1500-2000 years. This was cut short by fights between clans, and the dangerous wildlife that populated Asmodus.

Planet Details
The formation of the Illyrians is due to the location of their homeworld- Asmodus. Asmodus was mostly tropical however some of the southern planet is barren for unknown reasons. Found in the southern part of the Unknown regions (near the Outer Rim), Asmodus was rather secluded. One of the unique features of the lush planet was its seventh moon, Arkai.

"Arkai watches over us-- its chosen shall be the greatest warriors on our plane." - Seer Cronus

Arkai held a lightside nexus on it, a source of great Force power. This caused Asmodus to hold many Force sensitive organisms.

Wild Life
Some of the notable wildlife that lived on Asmodus were:

- Tucsakai. Large, bug-like creatures with ten legs. They were about as large as a dresser, and could weigh up to 70 lbs. They typically ate decomposing leaves and small rodents along the forest floor. Their appearance was similar to that of a large centipede but with less legs.

- Carrions. Winged, bird-like creatures that populate the skies of Asmodus. They are omnivores and eat whatever they find, as much of the wildlife on Asmodus are tough to kill. Nuts, fruits, and insects can sustain an adult carrion for multiple days. Their wings are rather dainty with ragged feathers, yet despite this the two-legged beings can fly quite fast.

- Parthoki. These slim, graceful herbivores dart through the forests of Asmodus. They eat much of the vegetation on the forest floor and, even with their hooved feet, are known to climb into the lower levels of the trees. They have the same look of a deer but with a third pair of legs. Males have large, green horns on their head.

- Uquxikses. The panthers of Asmodus. They prowl the forest floor and mid-levels of the treetops in search of prey. While typically solitary animals, uquxikses can live with their families, forming a pack. This however, is quite rare. Uquxikses are usually jet black with streaks of silver going down their smooth body. They have a layer of sleek skin instead of fur with their main joints being covered in scales. Males have spines along the back of their neck extending down to their back.

- Jalnacas. These off-breeds of varactyls live on Asmodus as herbivores who eat fruits and vines off large trees. While they are herbivorous, jalnacas are not to be trifled with. Their speed and agility is increased due to their sensitivity with the Force.

- K'ihas. Large, elephant-like creatures (with no trunk). This four legged creature was one of the most destructive animals on the planet, as its large size and tendency to travel in herds could rip apart forested areas. - Dhracoes. Considered the apex predator. Dhracoes were wyverns that terrorize the skies of Asmodus. While extremely rare, these monstrous creatures had acute sense of smell, eyesight, and were Force sensitive, able to seek out any distinct Force users. Colors varied widely, although many were a vibrant, tropical colors. Dhracoes come in two main variants- feathered and not feathered. Feathered were considered to by holy; non feathered were considered brutal and barbaric.

Illyrians
Around 7250 BBY 10,000 human colonists discovered and colonized Asmodus. Over the next 200 years prolonged exposure to the Lightside nexus drove many insane. The exact numbers are unknown though it is speculated that 8,500 died from either being killed by Force-sensitive wildlife, insanity, and turf wars. Those that survived these first 200 years were imbued with the Lightside of the Force. Almost all colonists became Force-sensitive. Those who were not were outcasts, as it was seen as a weakness in their developing culture.

Now above the average human, the colonists began referring to themselves as "Illyrians," which in their tongue meant "bringers of the light."

History
After the period of Insanity known as "The Dark Years," things were finally looking up for the race of superior humans. Most had adjusted to life on the tropical planet, and were discovering their sensitivity to the Force. It was during this time that Seer Cronus, first unifier of Asmodus rose to power. Through all the chaos and pain of the many Illyrians, he voiced a new age. An age of prosperity and brotherhood. A golden age.

Foundation of the Clans
Illyrians, however, were always split on one thing. Land. Many wanted personal turf and land to call their own. But Cronus saw the flaws within the course of action. The wildlife on Asmodus was particularly deadly, and he knew that the Illyrians had to stick together to survive. He called together the prominent Illyrians who had taken charge through the times. He proposed the formation of seven clans, each to represent one of the seven moons of Asmodus.

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Culture
Illyrian culture is that of a warrior. Strength and honor are valued above all. Victory without dignity is null, and an Illyrian would rather die than see their code be stained.