Dromboid Dromboid was an Amorphiian male who worked for an Amorphiian company that distributed technologies around the galaxy . He hosted an instruction cassette video that accompanied a brand of mini - transmitter sold outside the company ' s base in the Amorphiia system . On Life Day in 1 ABY , Lumpawarrump , a young Wookiee on the planet Kashyyyk , attempted to assemble a mini - transmitter by viewing its instruction cassette . However , because Dromboid suffered from the power fluctuations typical of his species , the methodical and often - interrupted instructions frustrated the Wookiee as much as they helped him . A fastidious representative of his species , Dromboid spoke with an even and emotionless keel , yet purported to appreciate beauty . Although his malfunctions often impaired his motor abilities , the Amorphiian taught with efficiency and never acknowledged his failures . Biography . Amorphiian representative . Dromboid was a male citizen of the Eidoloni sector planet Amorphiia who represented a company based in the Amorphiia system . The company sold various technologies throughout the galaxy , one such product being a model of mini - transmitter . On Life Day in 1 ABY , the young Wookiee Lumpawarrump from the planet Kashyyyk acquired an unassembled mini - transmitter from the Amorphiian company . The package included an instruction cassette video hosted by Dromboid . Assembling the mini - transmitter . Unconventional instructor . In the video , Dromboid — holding a mini - transmitter — thanked the viewers for selecting the Amorphiian brand , assuring that the mini - transmitter would provide many years of fun and valuable service , given that the product was assembled properly . As the Amorphiian finished his introduction , the forefinger of his right hand went limp due to a power loss , and he nudged it back to life with his nose before continuing . Flipping switches on the mini - transmitter and preparing to begin , Dromboid lost power to his left leg , so , twitching , he patted it back into motion . Setting the mini - transmitter on a table , he began searching for the tools necessary for the assembly . As he reached for the small , clear plastic bag containing the instruments , the Amorphiian ' s elbows locked at a closed angle , so , embarrassed , he began to flap his bent arms to unlock the joints . Arms again working , Dromboid picked up the sealed bag , which he suggested not to rip , as it would be useful for storage . Removing a screwdriver - like tool , the Amorphiian warned the viewers about its sharp edges , demonstrating the danger by pretending to prick his finger , saying " ouch , " and smiling . However , Dromboid ' s mouth became stuck in the smiling position , so he twisted the tool underneath his chin , readjusting his smile and producing a popping sound when done . Technical difficulties . Next , Dromboid picked up a circuit - breaker module , insisting the use of its proper name . While emphasizing the word " module , " his mouth froze , so Dromboid rapidly clicked his tongue and rubbed his forehead to reactivate his speech . Operational once again , the Amorphiian reminded the viewers that all ten thousand of the circuit - breaker module ' s terminals must be paired with wires of corresponding colors . As he began to demonstrate the build , Dromboid ' s eyes temporarily crossed and drifted upwards , and the instructor then recommended that the assembly be done slowly and methodically . Running out of time left in the video , Dromboid began the complicated assembly of the impulse - to - voice translator , a component he described to be the heart of the mini - transmitter , as it was responsible for converting the electronic energy into a recognizable language . Noting that viewers should stay alert for the procedure , the Amorphiian expressed the importance of endurance and concentration to utilize the full capacity of their brains . As Dromboid finished speaking , he suffered another power fluctuation , making him collapse down to the table , place a finger to his nose , and fall to the floor . Personality and traits . A male member of the humanoid Amorphiian species , Dromboid had light - colored skin , blue eyes , and gray hair . Due to his Amorphiian physiology , Dromboid often suffered from power losses that impaired his motor abilities . The malfunctions had a variety of consequences , including the freezing of joints and muscles , voice alterations , and whirring noises . Although they would spontaneously interrupt his speech or actions , Dromboid corrected his impairments by various means , such as cranking his arms , nudging his nose , clicking his tongue , and rubbing his forehead . Throughout the instruction cassette owned by Lumpawarrump , Dromboid was halted by numerous power fluctuations , which frustrated the young , anxious Wookiee . Despite his breakdowns , Dromboid was a smart and efficient instructor . Whenever power failures occurred , he would make no mention of them , simply correcting the problem and resuming his speech or action . The Amorphiian also practiced a methodical work ethic , believing that doing a job well was worth the extra time . Equipment . As the host of the mini - transmitter instruction cassette , Dromboid guided viewers through the different tools and components — most notably the circuit - breaker module and the impulse - to - voice translator . In the cassette , the Amorphiian wore a white , collared shirt under a tan , dark - trimmed jacket . Over the jacket was a large - buckled belt , which was matched with a pair of black pants . Behind the scenes . The character of Dromboid was created for " The Star Wars Holiday Special " , a television film that aired on CBS in the on November 17 , 1978 , for the first and only time . In the " Holiday Special " , Dromboid appears in a four - minute - long comedy sketch preceding a commercial break . In the scene , Dromboid is portrayed by comedic guest star Harvey Korman of , who also played the character Gormaanda in a prior sketch and the character Krelman in the following one . The purposed humor of Dromboid ' s scene , referred to in the script as the " Harvey Korman ' Dromboid ' segment , " is that his constant malfunctions prevent him from giving timely instructions to Lumpawarrump , which angers the young , eager Wookiee . To accomplish the filming of these malfunctions , clips of Korman were edited to create stutters , spasms , and vocal changes . The " Holiday Special " s fourth draft compares Dromboid ' s demeanor to those of and , a radio announcer and educational television host , respectively . However , in the time since the film aired , Dromboid ' s quirky behavior has been likened to that of , the erratic titular character of , a comedy talk show that aired nearly a decade later . Although Dromboid is not identified by name in the film , the name is used throughout the " Holiday Special " s fourth - draft script . The name Dromboid was later confirmed as canon within the " Star Wars " Legends continuity by Alex Newborn ' s 2008 article , " I Have a Bad Feeling About This ! , " published in the 106th issue of " Star Wars Insider " magazine .