#tionne

“An elegant weapon, for a more civilized age.”

The first part, Luke could agree with…but the second gave him pause.  No matter how “civilized” Jedi scribes considered their era, the archives told a different story:  slavery, violence, warfare, corruption and misery were nothing new to modern times.

“Something wrong?”  Tionne’s voice drew Luke out of the reverie.

“Just remembering.”

She pointed to his hand, resting lightly against his weapon’s hilt.  “Something bad?”

Luke shook his head.  “History lesson.”

Tionne’s eyebrow lifted. “Involving lightsabers?” 

“Would a galaxy without weapons be peaceful, Tionne?”

“No.”  Her answer came quickly.  “We’re all living weapons.”

Belly (1998)

Mara may be having doubts about whether she belongs at the Jedi Academy, but not everything is bad. Perhaps she can contribute and made a friend or two along the way.

Her age

Her species

Whether she had a last name prior to marrying Kam Solusar

Things We Do Know About Tionne:

She is not particularly strong in the Force

She wrote a song for Jaina’s graduation

Things That Should Surprise No One About Tionne:

Tionne was a near-human Jedi Master and historian who belonged to the New Jedi Order. Growing up inspired by legends of the Jedi, Tionne was an early member of Luke Skywalker’s Jedi Order after meeting him on an archeological expedition. Tionne was an expert in the history of the Force, Jedi, and Sith, and had a deep respect and understanding of its traditions.

Source: Jedi vs. Sith: The Essential Guide to the Force (Art: Chris Trevas; 2007)