Hesken Fever was a non-fatal disease caused by bacteria that thrived in vacuum.
Alliance to Restore the Republic pilot Wes Janson contracted the disease suddenly while on a scouting mission, preventing his participation in the assault on the first Death Star. Jek Tono Porkins took his place instead, and was killed during the battle.
Appearances
- Star Wars Galaxies: An Empire Divided (Mentioned only)
Sources
- Galaxy Guide 3: The Empire Strikes Back
- The Movie Trilogy Sourcebook
- Galaxy Guide 3: The Empire Strikes Back, Second Edition
- Star Wars Trilogy Sourcebook, Special Edition
"Who's Who in Rogue Squadron" — Star Wars Insider 59- The Complete Star Wars Encyclopedia
- Star Wars: The Official Starships & Vehicles Collection 26 Star Wars A–Z: Jabiim–Janson, Wes
Porkins, Jek (Red Six) in the Databank (original site is defunct)- The Essential Guide to Warfare