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Vernestra Rwoh

A prodigy among the Jedi of the High Republic, Vernestra "Vern" Rwoh was one of the youngest Jedi ever to achieve the rank of Knight. She served at a time of crisis for the Republic, battling on the front lines against the Nihil, the Nameless, and the Drengir, and proving herself wise beyond her years. Vern will appear in live-action in The Acolyte, set over a hundred years after she became a Master, at the tail end of the High Republic Era.

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Star Wars the High Republic Vernestra Rwoh Wielding a Blue Lightsaber
Created By
Justina Ireland
Cast
Rebecca Henderson
First Appearance
Star Wars The High Republic: A Test of Courage
Alias
Vern
RELATIONSHIPS
Stellan Gios (Master), Imri Cantaros (Padawan)
Alliance
Jedi

Race
Mirialan
TV Shows
The Acolyte
Franchise
Star Wars

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