Mra Tarkin

"Corruption is a way of self-preservation. Corruption breeds corruption. These people use each other willingly and leave everyone else in their wake. That's why she was picked."

- Zallen Fraajic, responding to the nomination of Mra Tarkin

Mra Tarkin was a Human female senator from the Seswenna sector following the death of Awa Moonflower during the Seswenna Security Crisis. She hailed from Eriadu and was viewed by her contemporaries as a ruthless and aggressive Humanocentrist. Tarkin was also the first in her family to receive a formal education. She rose through the political ranks on cunning tactics and sheer manipulative ability. She was secretly handpicked by B'Rhea, then governor-general of Eriadu, to succeed him; Core world senators, however, felt that she would be able to serve their interests well after the sudden death of Moonflower. As a result, they nominated her to fill the position on a temporary basis, which the Seswenna sector governments were said to have been able to approve in spite of all the turmoil. In truth, only Eriadu voted, but Core-Power senators were able to jam the appointment through the procedure. Members of the Probitas pro populus faction in the Senate were greatly dismayed by both her appointment and the shady dealings that had occurred. Chancellor Anwis Eddicus, however, opted to not override the vote of the sector, hoping that cooler heads would prevail once the chaos died down. Nevertheless, the "temporary" nature of the position became permanent by a senate vote in 701 BBY.

Appearances

 * Golden Age of the Republic: Secret Agendas