Chevin / Legends Chevin were bipedal pachydermoid sentients native to the planet Vinsoth . They had a poor reputation in much of the galaxy , partly due to their involvement in unsavory activities such as smuggling , and partly because they had enslaved the Chev s , a humanoid species who shared Vinsoth with them . Biology and appearance . The Chevin evolved from smaller relatives of the giant mammals who were wiped out when an asteroid collided with Vinsoth millions of years before the time of the Galactic Republic . Chevin had long snouts which hung down nearly to their ankles . Combined with their intellect , this made them skilled hunters of animals such as backshin , because they could smell out their prey or feed while keeping their eyes on the horizon . It was also their hunting prowess which allowed them to dominate their homeworld and conquer the Chev s . Chevin had thick legs , massive wide bodies , thin rope - like tails , and arms so long their three - fingered hands often brushed the ground . Despite their ungainly appearance , they could walk or run almost as fast as more nimble - looking humanoids . Chevin boasted a double set of eyelids , one of which was transparent to prevent dust and wind from interfering with their vision . Their thick gray skin and efficient circulatory system kept them cool in warm climates and warm in cold climates , though they preferred semi - tropical conditions . The traditional Chevin costume consisted of long , elaborately patterned robes ( though they did not wear clothing until they were contacted by other species ) and jewelry . One Chevin even possessed the ability to kill a human with just his forehead . Society and culture . Beginning as simple hunters and gatherers , the Chevin went on to conquer the Chev settlements and extend their nomadic civilization to dominate their homeworld . Vinsoth was rich in food and plant cover , and was eventually visited by offworlders seeking covert bases and food supplies . The Chevin soon gained galactic - level technology through trade , eventually manufacturing their own sophisticated weapons and vehicles . Though their technology was mostly acquired from offworld sources , they reverse - engineered products like starships in order to produce their own designs . Chevin starships were noted for their spacious cargo bays , roomy cabins , and large crews . Most of their technical advances went towards keeping their slaves in line and ensuring the continued domination of their homeworld . Chevin wore clothes only because other species did . Chevin lived in small , mobile communities , with homes mounted on great wheeled carts . Even after they gained access to galactic technology , they continued to live as nomads ( though more affluent Chevin mounted their lodges on large repulsorlift vehicles instead . ) Their Chev slaves were usually forced to follow on foot . Nomadic groups of Chevin kept in touch via comlinks , and often converged on a single location to deal with danger . The only Chevin settlements which stayed in place for more than one standard month were the " Government Villages " , where Chevin dictators lived with their hand - picked advisors . Even these settlements were movable when necessary . Each of the roughly two dozen Government Villages ruled a Chevin nation . These nations rarely warred against each other , beyond the occasional border skirmish , though economic competition was fierce . Warrior - politicians who won their positions through single combat roved from camp to camp , providing information to Chevin dictators . The Chevin saw themselves as opportunistic realists interested in self - safety . Their culture valued the acquisition of power , wealth , and status by any means necessary . Most Chevin preferred to meet their goals through intrigue and subterfuge , letting others fight for them when necessary . They were calm and even - tempered if treated with respect , but quick to become bullies if angered , or retaliate if slighted or cheated . Common Chevin names . Some Chevin had first and last names , such as Ephant Mon , Phylus Mon , or Negna Mundro . Others were known only by single names , such as Goorin or Hahgalor . Chevin in the galaxy . Offworld Chevin were often involved in unsavory , semi - legal , or criminal enterprises such as gun - running , the slave trade , and the black market . This resulted in a poor reputation among other species . Their appearance , which many Humans considered ugly , was another factor contributing to their reputation . Chevin on Vinsoth exported Chev slaves , foodstuffs ( such as fruit , nuts , and backshin meat ) , and imported high technology items . Others were peaceful , hardworking technicians , working for more aggressive Chevin . By the time of the Cold War , a proxy conflict between the Sith Empire and Galactic Republic , a small - sized sect of Chevin made a pilgrimage to a nameless blue sun every three years for a ritual . Eventually , someone was sent to follow the pilgrims and learn the story beyond the Chevin group . During the Imperial era , most Chevin supported the Empire . Many prominent Chevin had ties to Imperial officers . The Chevin dictators were able to keep order on their homeworld , so the Empire generally stayed out of Vinsoth ' s internal affairs , and rarely needed to send troops . A minority of Chevin , however , were disenchanted with Chevin culture and its reliance on slavery . Many of these Chevin joined with the Alliance to Restore the Republic , and were hunted by other Chevin as a result . Ephant Mon , a weapons smuggler , latent Force - sensitive , and associate of Jabba Desilijic Tiure , was a Chevin . After Jabba ' s death , Ephant Mon returned to Vinsoth , where he established a Force - worshiping religious group and spoke out against Chev slavery . Eedund Cus , the trainer of Outer Rim Ponderweight Champion shockboxer Lobar Aybock , was a Chevin , as was Ganga Lor , a gangster on Sel Zonn Station .