Jawas

Jawas are an alien race featured in the Star Wars franchise. Characterized by their short stature, hidden faces, brown robes and indecipherable language, they are one of the more recognizable and popularly known alien races in the entire mythos. Jawas were first introduced in the 1977 film Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope, where they played a vital role in the early stages of the plot. They were briefly seen in the 1983 sequel Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi as revelers at Jabba's Palace. Two Jawas were also briefly seen in the first of the prequel films, 1998's Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. In addition, they have been featured in numerous novels, comic books video games and parodies.