Pyke Syndicate
The Pyke Syndicate are a criminal organization that features in Star Wars.
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History
The Pyke Syndicate was an interstellar criminal organization that operated in the galaxy far, far away. It was founded by the Pyke species and was centred on their home world of Oba Diah.
Many years ago, Supreme Chancellor Finis Valorum came to be concerned over the Pyke's monopoly over the spice trade. This saw him dispatching his aide alongside Jedi master Sifo-Dyas to the Pyke homeworld of Oba Diah in order to negotiate with them on behalf of the Republic. During this time, the Sith sought to use this as an opportunity to enact their plan against the Jedi Order. This saw Darth Tyranus speaking to the Pyke Syndicate in secret where they had Sifo-Dyas killed so that Count Dooku could masquerade as the Jedi Master. The Republic ship was shot down and Sifo-Dyas was killed but known to Dooku the chancellor's aide Silman had survived. Lom Pyke decided not to reveal the existence of the survivor who was held as a captive of the Syndicate and as an insurance policy in case they were ever betrayed by Count Dooku.
Overview
In appearance, the Pyke Syndicate was an interstellar syndicate that was considered among the great crime families of the galaxy. The source of their power was centred on their control and monopoly over spice that was a powerful substance used as a drug and medicine.
Pyke Sentinels were tasked with supervising prisoners in their mines, prevent smugglers from stealing spice and to guard against incursions from rival gangs. They were known to make use of radiation-resistant lead smocks and used blasters that were cheap to replace.
The stronghold of the Syndicate was the planet Oba Diah which served as their headquarters. They also maintained a powerful presence on the nearby planet of Kessel that was a source for spice.
Members
- Lom Pyke :
- Marg Krim :
- Quay Tolsite : a male Pyke operating in the Imperial era where he served as director of the Syndicate's mining operations on Kessel.
Notes
- The Pyke Syndicate were developed by George Lucas and made their first appearance in Star Wars: The Clone Wars.
Alternate Versions
Appearances
- Star Wars: The Clone Wars:
- Solo:
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