Quick Reference

• Name: Tarika Kenau

• Species: Human

• Affiliation: Sith Empire — Imperial Military (Imperial Army)

• Role / Specialty: Battalion Commander; Ground Security, Containment, and Incident Suppression

• Force Sensitive: No

• Force Philosophy: None (Non-Force)

• Reputation Descriptor: “The Timing Major”

• Narrative Role: Stabilizing Authority · Ethical Pressure Valve · Quiet Counterweight

• Overall Disposition / Vibe: A composed, quietly commanding Imperial officer whose authority is expressed through timing, stillness, and deliberate intervention rather than dominance or spectacle

(Expanded and elaborated details below; this Snapshot is intended as a quick, play-facing reference.)

Basic Information

• Name: Tarika Kenau

• Reputation Descriptor: “The Timing Major”

• Species: Human

• Gender / Pronouns: Female (she/her)

• Age: 32 (as of 3621 BBY)

• Force Sensitive: No

• Force Philosophy: None

• Force Presence / Signature: None

Affiliation & Status

• Affiliation: Sith Empire

• Classification: Imperial Military Officer (Non-Force)

• Title: Imperial Army Officer

• Rank: Major

• Operational Role: Battalion commander responsible for ground-force security, perimeter control, and incident suppression in Imperial Army–controlled zones on and around Korriban, operating under delegated authority from Sith overseers in areas adjacent to Sith-controlled sites

Origin & Residence

• Homeworld: Balmorra — Sobrik industrial sector

• Current Residence: Korriban — Imperial Army field quarters within restricted patrol sectors

Physical Statistics

• Height: 5 ft 4 in (163 cm)

• Weight: 118 lbs (54 kg)

• Build / Body Type: Slim, compact, lightly toned; narrow frame

• Eye Color: Muted olive green with yellow-green undertones

• Hair Color: Very dark brown, nearly black

• Hair Style: Pulled back into a low bun; restrained volume with loose curled tendrils framing the face

• Skin / Fur / Scale Color: Light-to-medium tan with a warm, slightly golden undertone
  
  

Distinctive Features

• Typical Presentation: Subdued Imperial Army duraplast armor with restrained battalion markings; economical posture and minimal motion

• Distinctive Characteristics: Intentional stillness; quietly evaluating gaze; presence defined by spatial control rather than visual dominance

• Scars / Tattoos / Markings: None recorded

• Other Notable Features: Authority conveyed through timing, positioning, and restraint rather than overt command gestures

Personality Overview

• Overall Disposition: Observational, patient before action, steady under pressure

• Moral Alignment / Ethical Outlook: Stability-first pragmatism; restrained Imperial loyalty; accepts moral cost without moralizing it

• Operational Adaptability: High; adjusts escalation thresholds based on conditions rather than rigid doctrine

• Doctrinal Adherence: Doctrine-aligned by default; bends procedures deliberately when outcomes demand it

• Manner of Authority: Minimalist; influence through positioning, silence, and selective decisive action

• Emotional Restraint: Controlled affect; emotions managed through timing rather than suppression

• Stress Tell: Prolonged silence beyond assessment norms; deliberate repositioning to widen sightlines; delayed confirmations

• Operational Composure: High; maintains command continuity during volatility

• Failure Response: Immediate containment focus, recalibration of response posture, accepts fallout without deflection
  
  

Additional Traits

• Strengths: Precise escalation judgment, unit cohesion, de-escalation under threat, perceptual acuity

• Flaws: Delayed force application, absorbs blame, politically inconvenient restraint

• Known Weaknesses: Vulnerable to Sith scapegoating; authority easily overridden by Force-users

• Preferences: Operational stability, quiet dialogue, predictable routines, proximity to trusted peers

• Aversions: Performative command, symbolic dominance displays, needless escalation, spectacle-driven authority

Force Information (If Applicable)

• Force Sensitivity Level: None

• Force Disciplines / Focus: N/A

• Signature Force Abilities: N/A

• Force Limitations: N/A

• Force Use Ceiling: N/A

• Force Ethics in Practice: N/A

Skills & Abilities

• Combat Specialties: Ground security, incident suppression, containment operations, controlled escalation

• Languages Spoken: Galactic Basic; High Galactic (formal/diplomatic); Huttese (functional)

• Other Skills: Threat prioritization, officer mediation, command logistics coordination, perimeter planning

• Notable Achievements: Maintained stability in volatile Korriban security sectors without uncontrolled casualty escalation
  
  

Power Scale & Limits

• Power Scale / RP Scope: Mid-to-high authority non-Force officer; influence through judgment and restraint

• Hard Limits: No Force use; authority bounded by Sith oversight, Sith Intelligence interference, and higher-command override

Personal Equipment

• Primary Weapon(s): Standard-issue Imperial blaster sidearm

• Armor / Outfit: Imperial Army duraplast armor with subdued battalion markings

• Notable Equipment / Gear: Encrypted command datapad with Army-authorized battalion logistics and security access

• Openly Visible Gear: Sidearm, datapad, rank insignia

• Personal Items: Plain metal signet bearing family initials (kept private, not worn on duty)
  
  

Transport & Logistics 

• Mount / Vehicle / Starship: Assigned Imperial command speeder

• Standard Deployment Loadout: Sidearm, datapad, armor, standard field gear

• Operational Constraints: Non-Force status; operational autonomy limited by Sith authority and political oversight

Command Structure

• Superior(s): Colonel Veyra Dren — Commanding Officer, Imperial Army forces assigned to Korriban

• Subordinates: Battalion officers and enlisted personnel under her command
  
  

Personal Connections

• Significant Other: None

• Notable Friends & Allies: Sara Kenau — twin sister, Imperial Army officer

• Pets / Companions: Nova — small domesticated creature kept privately, off-record
  
  

Family

• Mother: Lena Kenau — civilian logistics oversight analyst

• Father: Varek Kenau — former Imperial military logistics officer; listed as missing

• Siblings: Sara Kenau — twin sister

Information Visibility

• Publicly Known: Stabilizing commander; casualty-averse; trusted by troops

• Restricted / Obscure: Considered doctrinally inconvenient; under intermittent Sith scrutiny

• Classified / Secret (OOC Aware, IC Restricted): Belief that restraint is a form of strength within the Empire
  
  

Roleplay Hooks

• Quirks & Habits: Long silent assessments; minimal verbal orders; positions herself to observe rather than dominate

• Rumors & Reputation: Underestimated by rigid hierarchies; valued by subordinates; watched by Sith overseers

• Open Connections: Shared command environment with twin sister; frequent interaction with Sith-controlled sites
  
  

Story Seeds:

• Current Goals: Preserve Imperial Army operational stability and autonomy on Korriban

• Hidden Agendas or Secrets: Quiet commitment to restraint within limits tolerated by Sith oversight as pressure mounts to escalate

• Fears & Vulnerabilities: That delayed force will cost lives; that restraint will be interpreted as failure

• Desired Story Arcs: Ethical erosion under pressure; forced escalation choices; divergence between twin commanders

Timeline/Chronology:

3653–3646 BBY (Age 0–7) | Early Civilian Development and Environmental Conditioning

Tarika Kenau was born on Balmorra within the Sobrik industrial sector, an area characterized by high-density contractor housing and continuous Imperial logistical activity. Early childhood records indicate a stable domestic environment with strong exposure to Imperial administrative norms through parental employment. No Force sensitivity or behavioral abnormalities were recorded during routine civic assessments. Educational evaluations noted prolonged attentiveness, reduced impulsive response, and early development of environmental awareness. Family status was classified as compliant and low-risk. No early intervention or special monitoring was deemed necessary.

3646–3636 BBY (Age 7–17) | Formal Education and Pre-Enlistment Conditioning

Tarika attended state-administered educational institutions aligned with Imperial contractor populations. Academic records show consistent performance, with particular strength in situational analysis, delayed-response problem solving, and threat prioritization exercises. Behavioral reports describe emotional restraint, minimal disciplinary involvement, and a tendency toward observation over participation. She did not participate in political or ideological youth organizations beyond mandatory civic programs. No Force aptitude screenings returned positive indicators. At age seventeen, she submitted a voluntary enlistment application to the Imperial Army without external sponsorship.

3636–3634 BBY (Age 17–19) | Enlistment, Basic Training, and Initial Assignment

Tarika formally enlisted in the Imperial Army at age seventeen and completed basic training within standard timelines. Training evaluations highlighted composure under stress, disciplined fire control, and measured engagement timing during live exercises. Initial instructor assessments questioned her reluctance toward rapid escalation; subsequent reviews confirmed improved unit survivability and controlled outcomes. She was assigned to line infantry upon graduation and received a provisional Private classification. No commendations or disciplinary actions were issued during this phase. Early performance was assessed as reliable with non-standard judgment tendencies.

3634–3630 BBY (Age 19–23) | Junior Enlisted Advancement and Field Experience

During this period, Tarika served in multiple ground deployments emphasizing patrol security, perimeter control, and containment operations. She was promoted to Corporal following demonstrated competence in small-unit coordination and escalation control. Operational reports cite her ability to stabilize volatile encounters without overcommitment of force. She avoided both disciplinary infractions and informal notoriety. At age twenty-three, she advanced to Sergeant, assuming limited supervisory responsibilities. Evaluations emphasized situational judgment, engagement pacing, and casualty containment over initiative-driven leadership.

3630–3628 BBY (Age 23–25) | Crisis Deployment and Field Commission

Tarika was deployed during a localized operational crisis involving rapid officer attrition and degraded command continuity. In the absence of commissioned leadership, she assumed de facto control of platoon elements, prioritizing containment, perimeter stabilization, and controlled reinforcement timing. Her actions prevented escalation beyond mission parameters and preserved unit cohesion. She received a field commission to Lieutenant following sustained performance under crisis conditions. The promotion was ratified post-action after review confirmed effective containment outcomes and alignment with Imperial stability objectives. This phase marked her formal entry into the commissioned officer corps.

3628–3623 BBY (Age 25–30) | Officer Development and Command Consolidation

As a commissioned officer, Tarika progressed through successive postings focused on security coordination, restricted-zone patrols, and escalation-managed ground operations. She completed required officer development programs with above-average evaluations in personnel cohesion, threat assessment, and escalation thresholds. Promotion to Captain was authorized at age thirty following sustained command reliability rather than singular distinction. Her leadership style was described as restrained, deliberate, and low-visibility. Morale under her command remained stable during extended deployments. She attracted limited political attention, though oversight notes flagged her doctrinal flexibility as atypical.

3623–3621 BBY (Age 30–32) | Battalion Command and Korriban Assignment

Tarika was elevated to the rank of Major at age thirty-two and assigned battalion-level command authority. She was posted to Korriban to oversee Imperial Army ground operations and security coordination in zones adjacent to Sith Academy and tomb precincts. Her tenure coincided with repeated periods of Sith internal instability and acolyte unrest. Despite these conditions, no loss of battalion cohesion or uncontrolled escalation was recorded. Her command was characterized by deliberate restraint, precise intervention timing, and perimeter integrity preservation. Evaluations classify her performance as stabilizing under extreme political pressure. Informally, she became known among personnel as “The Timing Major.”

Roleplayer Information

• Contact Preference: Tarika Kenau (Imperial side) | Tarika Kenauu (Republic side)

• Timezone: Eastern Time (UTC-5)

• Activity & Availability: Evenings and weekends
  
  

Roleplay Preference & Boundaries

• Roleplay Format: In-game, paragraph or scene-based RP

• Canon Approach: SWTOR-era Legends-flexible; strict Imperial hierarchy and Sith oversight

• Injury & Consequence Expectations: Consequence-forward; injuries and failures persist

• Triggers & Boundaries: No explicit sexual content; no gratuitous or spectacle-driven violence

• IC / OOC Separation: Profile possession does not imply IC knowledge

• Plotting & Collaboration: Light pre-plotting preferred with emergent outcomes

• Consent Notes: Lethality, romance, mind influence, permanent injury, and character death require prior discussion

• Additional Notes: Tension should emerge from timing, positioning, and delayed choice—not dominance or spectacle