Sarkan/Legends



The Sarkans were a reptilian species of sapient bipeds from Sarka. Sarkans were noted for their wealthy society, thanks to the mineral riches of their homeworld. They were also noted for their excruciatingly complex protocol rituals. Melas, a Sarkan traveller seen on Tatooine in 0 BBY, was exiled from Sarka for violating these protocols.

Behind the scenes
The Sarkan puppet used for Melas in the Special Edition release of A New Hope was the same as the one used for Ketwol the Pacithhip. In order to make a new alien, Ketwol's trunk and tusks were covered with a red turban, and Melas' face was made from Ketwol's head.

Appearances

 * Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope (post-1997 releases only)