Bakari

Biography

Bakari, a Force-sensitive member of the Jedi Order and a Jedi, was stationed at the Jedi outpost on the Mid Rim world of Bromlarch during the High Republic Era. Following the Nihil pirate group's attack on the Republic Fair held on the Outer Rim planet Valo in the year 231 BBY, communications to and from the fair were disrupted. However, Jedi Padawan Ram Jomaram managed to restore the world's communication tower. Subsequently, Jedi Master Stellan Gios, who was on the ground on Valo, used communications devices to request reinforcements from fellow Jedi. Bakari answered the call, along with other Jedi, confirming their location on Bromlarch at that specific time.

Shortly after, Bakari joined their Jedi counterparts at the Cyclor Shipyards in orbit around the Mid Rim planet Cyclor, where they engaged the Nihil under the leadership of Gios. This was made possible by deceiving the Nihil Tempest Runner, Pan Eyta, into believing the location would be undefended. Before the enemy's arrival, the Jedi responded to a roll call while positioned in their Jedi Vector starfighters. The Jedi were adequately prepared for the assault, and the resulting conflict between the Nihil and the combined forces of the Jedi, the Republic Defense Coalition, and allied forces was brief, ending with a Republic victory over Pan Eyta's Tempest.

Powers and abilities

Being a member of the Jedi Order, Bakari had the ability to utilize the Force. They demonstrated skill in piloting during combat scenarios and responded to Gios's request for support during a dangerous attack on Valo.

Equipment

During the conflict at the Cyclor Shipyards, Bakari operated a Jedi Vector, a fast and maneuverable type of starship designed specifically for Jedi use.

Behind the scenes

Bakari's voice was featured in the 2021 novel The High Republic: The Rising Storm, which was authored by Cavan Scott as part of the Star Wars: The High Republic multimedia project's Phase I initiative.