Miraluka

Spiritual, deliberate, and sensitive to the Force, Miraluka have evolved into a uniquely gifted species. Born without eyes, Miraluka perceive their surroundings through their strong connection to the Force. Their ceremonial veils, masks, and headdresses cover vestigial eye sockets, and serve as extensions of each Miraluka and symbols of their individuality.

Due to their affinity for the Force and adherence to the light side, Miraluka are often drawn to the Jedi Order. But many others remain staunchly independent and study the Force on their own terms.

A Miraluka called Shol Bestros famously turned his back on the Jedi throughout his childhood, His mind was changed when a Jedi Master, Kao Cen Darach, recognized the young Miralukan’s ability and encouraged him to join the Order. Bestros went on to achieve the rank of Jedi Master and joined the Jedi Council.

During the Jedi Civil War, millions of Miraluka were murdered by the Sith Lord Nihilus on the colony of Katarr. This traumatic and devastating event united the Miraluka against the Sith. When the Empire returned centuries later to spark the Great War, visions of Katarr’s destruction haunted the Miraluka. They began to break their isolationist ways in record numbers and rallied to the Republic’s cause. Many Miraluka joined the Jedi Order to protect the galaxy from another catastrophe brought on by the Sith.