Zeltron/Legends
- "When you've been in this business as long as I have, you learn a few things: Nothing's more dangerous than arguing with a Wookiee, nothing's more foolish than gambling with a Jedi, and nothing's more alluring than a Twi'lek dancer. But I'm here to tell you that last one is wrong. If you like your humanoids flexible, svelte, enthusiastic, and in multiple shades of red, then the most beautiful people in the galaxy are on Zeltros. Who needs Twi'leks?"
- ―Ruudi Buundaz[3]
Zeltrons were a near-Human species, made physically distinctive by their skin which came in different shades of red ranging from light pink to deep red, and hair which could be red or blue. Most of them were considered highly attractive by Human, near-Human, and even some non-humanoid standards. They were also known for being extremely gullible.
Biology and appearance[]
A female Zeltron
Zeltrons were one of the few near-Human races who had differentiated from the baseline stock enough to be considered a new species of the Human genus, rather than simply a subspecies. They all produced potent pheromones, similar to the Falleen species, which enhanced their attractiveness and likeability. They also possessed limited telepathic abilities, used to project emotions onto others, as well as allowing them to read and even feel the emotions of others; some Zeltrons were hired by the Exchange for this ability. Because of their telepathic ability, positive emotions such as happiness, love and pleasure became very important to them, while negative ones such as anger, fear, or depression were shunned.
Another difference between Zeltrons and Humans was the presence of a second liver, which allowed Zeltrons to enjoy a larger number of alcoholic beverages than other humanoids.
It was said that Zeltrons tended to look familiar to other people, even if they had never met them. Most Zeltrons were in excellent physical shape, and their incredible metabolisms allowed them to eat even the richest of foods.
Society and culture[]
- "All Zeltrons are obsessed with romance. When they cannot love, they fight. Both are sports to them. Coupled with their love of gambling, it makes one Zeltron in the grip of enthusiasm a formidable enemy. A pack of adolescents is virtually a force of nature."
- ―Lumiya[4]
A Zeltron Sith General during the New Sith Wars
Zeltron culture was highly influenced by sexuality and the pursuit of pleasure in general. Most of their art and literature was devoted to the subject, producing some of the raciest pieces in the galaxy. They looked upon monogamy as a quaint, but impractical, practice. They were also very gifted with holograms, and were the creators of Hologram Fun World. Their Elixir of Infatuation was notorious for its powerful amorous effects.
Zeltrons were known to dress in wildly colorful or revealing attire. It was common to see male and female Zeltrons wearing shockingly bright shades of neon colors in wildly designed bikinis, or nearly skin tight clothing of other sorts with bizarre color designs, patterns, and symbols.
Zeltrons were often stereotyped as lazy thrill-seekers, owing to their hedonistic pursuits. Indeed, their homeworld of Zeltros thrived as a luxury world and "party planet," as much for their own good as for others. If anyone wasn't having a good time on Zeltros, the Zeltrons would certainly know of it, and would do their best to correct it. Though their first inclination was to love, if pushed to do so, Zeltrons could prove to be formidable warriors.
Trade and Technology[]
Zeltron artists were known for their sculptures, paintings, and other erotic works. Many collectors from other worlds have specialized in finding such items, so the trade links between the Zeltron Art Guild and the Galactic Art Market are everlasting.
Zeltron courtesans, called "kaffarelles," were also highly prized. They sought to satisfy any physical desire. Many crime lords, especially the Hutts, took a keen interest in these pleasures. And since the Hutts paid very well, the Kafarels usually did not object to the contract.
The Zeltrons were also renowned for their agricultural and medical technologies, superior to most worlds in the Galaxy. Technologically, the Zeltrons were on par with other developed worlds. They traveled through space, had developed agriculture and industry, had excellent medicines and, above all, antibiotics. Millennia ago, the Zeltrons perfected the methods of interplanetary travel. Their star system was located near Ambria, Amar, and Onderon at Stenness Crossing, giving them access to one of the oldest hyperterminals. Zeltron scientists have given the Galaxy countless improvements. As champions of entertainment, they also created much of the technology used in the Pleasure Domes in the world of holographic entertainment.
Behind the scenes[]
The Zeltrons first appeared in the comic Star Wars (1977) 70, published on January 18, 1983, were created by Mary Jo Duffy, Kerry Gammill and Tom Palmer.
The Zeltrons may be based on the Red Martians from John Carter's novels. Since both species are humanoids with reddish skin.
