Vrblther

Vrblthers, also spelled vrblthr, were dangerous predators found on Nar Shaddaa. Like the Hutts, they were originally from the planet Varl.

History

They were bipedal creatures with a humanoid appearance, but with horns sticking out of their heads, and extremely sharp claws. Their thick, leathery hide ranged in color from black to dark green to brown.^[3] When the Hutts left Varl, they took vrblthers with them to Nal Hutta and Nar Shaddaa^[2] to use as pets, guard beasts, and for pit fighting. An armored sub-species of vrblther remained on Varl.^[1] The population of vrblthers grew rapidly on Nar Shaddaa after their introduction as they proved highly resistant to the toxins and pollutants of their new environment. Ever since then, in the "wilds" of Nar Shaddaa's lower levels, vrblthers typically hunted in packs.^[2]

While investigating an animal-smuggling ring on Nar Shaddaa, Jedi Masters Mace Windu and Depa Billaba were attacked by a pack of vrblthers. They were subsequently vanquished by the two Jedi.

When Han, Leia, and Chewbacca searched Nar Shaddaa for Vima-Da-Boda, a pack of vrblthers attacked them. One of the vrblthers bit Chewbacca on the shoulder.^[4]