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In spite of a fearsome appearance and temperamental disposition, Wookiees are shown to be very intelligent and technologically proficient, as shown in [[Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back]], Chewbacca is capable of performing maintenance on the starship Millennium Falcon, as well as being able to repair [[C-3PO]]. The Wookiee diet consists of native fish and game species. |
In spite of a fearsome appearance and temperamental disposition, Wookiees are shown to be very intelligent and technologically proficient, as shown in [[Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back]], Chewbacca is capable of performing maintenance on the starship Millennium Falcon, as well as being able to repair [[C-3PO]]. The Wookiee diet consists of native fish and game species. |
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Through many scientific experiments, it appears wookies love to eat cake aswell as native fish and game species |
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The Wookiee language is [[Languages in Star Wars#Common languages|Shyriiwook]]. Wookiees are capable of understanding [[Languages in Star Wars|Galactic Basic]], but generally none is able to speak it due to the structure of Wookiee [[vocal cords]]. In the Star Wars Original Trilogy, human Han Solo shows a knowledge of Shyriiwook, or can at least understand his companion, Chewbacca. |
The Wookiee language is [[Languages in Star Wars#Common languages|Shyriiwook]]. Wookiees are capable of understanding [[Languages in Star Wars|Galactic Basic]], but generally none is able to speak it due to the structure of Wookiee [[vocal cords]]. In the Star Wars Original Trilogy, human Han Solo shows a knowledge of Shyriiwook, or can at least understand his companion, Chewbacca. |
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| Wookiee | |
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| In-universe information | |
| Distinctions | Brown, grey, or black fur, retractable claws |
| Language | Shyriiwook |
Wookiees are a race of hirsute bipeds in the fictional Star Wars universe. The most notable Wookiee is Chewbacca, a companion to Han Solo.
Home world
In Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith the Wookiees live in the lush forests and giant jungles on the planet of Kashyyyk, where they originated. They live in villages among the giant wroshyr trees. George Lucas has said that he originally planned Endor to be the Wookiee home planet, but at the time the technology needed to make a fit Kashyyyk did not exist, so instead Kashyyyk was used as a battleground in Episode III.[1]
Physical characteristics
Adult Wookiees are typically taller than most humans, averaging 2.1 meters (6'11").[2] They are physically strong (as suits an arboreal species), have extremely thick hair, and have high endurance (although slow moving).[citation needed] In addition, Wookiees have an excellent sense of smell.
One Wookiee, Chewbacca, is shown to be an excellent shot with his bowcaster, suggesting that Wookiees have keen eyesight and hand-eye coordination.[citation needed] He is a companion of Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, and Princess Leia in Episodes 4-6; and in Episode 3 is a companion of Yoda.
Wookiee are fully covered with hair, making them highly adaptable to a wide range of climates.[citation needed] Chewbacca is shown in such diverse environments as Hoth, Tatooine and Endor, never requiring any type of protective clothing.
Wookies are known to have a lifespan of several hundred years.[3]
Common behavior
Regardless of their looks, Wookiees are extremely intelligent and loyal, but may have a short temper.[4] Life debts, which are held to be sacred in Wookiee culture, suggest that friendship with a wookiee is a lifetime commitment.
In spite of a fearsome appearance and temperamental disposition, Wookiees are shown to be very intelligent and technologically proficient, as shown in Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back, Chewbacca is capable of performing maintenance on the starship Millennium Falcon, as well as being able to repair C-3PO. The Wookiee diet consists of native fish and game species. Through many scientific experiments, it appears wookies love to eat cake aswell as native fish and game species
Language
The Wookiee language is Shyriiwook. Wookiees are capable of understanding Galactic Basic, but generally none is able to speak it due to the structure of Wookiee vocal cords. In the Star Wars Original Trilogy, human Han Solo shows a knowledge of Shyriiwook, or can at least understand his companion, Chewbacca.
External links
- The Wookiee Species from official Star Wars web site.
- Wookiee on Wookieepedia, a Star Wars wiki
References
- ^ Star Wars: Databank|Kashyyyk
- ^ "Star Wars: Databank". Lucasfilm. Retrieved 2007-11-11.
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