The semi-sentient caste system of the
Hanadaks of Endor raises considerable academic interest. Of particular
note is the habitual style of the Mature Hanadak Rock Crusher.
Adult brutes are physically imposing specimens, standing perhaps a foot higher
than an adult human, and much broader across the abdomen and shoulders. As
implied by their name, the Mature Hanadak Rock Crusher is immensely
strong. They seem to delight in displaying their great strength, pulverizing
rocks with crushing blows from their fists then using these fragments to build
elaborate lairs which appear to have some role in attracting a mate. Hanadak
Rock Crushers
are highly resistant to physical pain, but it is not known whether this
tolerance for pain is a by-product of this behavior or the reason this curious
behavior occurs. At any rate, they exhibit a surprising resistance to the
effects of energy weapons, and a similar, if somewhat lesser resistance to
physical blows and explosives. This physical toughness makes them exceedingly
dangerous opponents when roused, quick to render antagonists nearly senseless
with a series of looping blows from their long, powerful arms. Fortunately,
they exhibit a placid, serene personality in the wild, seldom moving
aggressively -- or even moving at all -- unless directly provoked.
Mature Hanadak Rock Crushers appear to gravitate towards the mountainous
regions of Endor, where their namesake raw material is more easily obtained.
Conversely, they seem to be only rarely sighted in the forest floor, where the
bedrock is typically overlaid by thick mantles of loamy soils.