The forest world of Carest 1 has long been a favorite location for tourists throughout the galaxy. On this tranquil planet the tree-dwelling Jiivahar evolved from hairless simian stock. Millions of the species inhabit the giant conifers of the northern continents that make Carest 1 such a popular vaction site.
With their slender frame and long limbs, the Jiivahar seem lankey and ungraceful. Despite that appearance, their bodies are exceptionally limber, allowing for leisurely travel among the branches of the majestic thykar trees. Their bodies are narrow and streamlined. They have no hair, and are perfectly built for racing along the treetops. They have long, thin fingers and toes that are capable of wrapping completely around small limbs and branches. Their heads are flat and linear, and their large, round eyes are spaced wide apart. Though the Jiivahar tend to be of average size for a humanoid species, they have a light frame with hollow, bird-like bones. Such structure aids in their climbing, but also makes them susceptible to physical damage.
Tourism is by far the largest industry on Carest 1. Beings from all over the galaxy are drawn to this little planet because of its natural beauty, tranquity and the magnificent thykar trees - some standing well over 150 meters - that dominate the northern continents. Many enterprising Jiivahar earn a considerable living as guides for the frequent tourists.
Many tourist have brought advanced technology; a few Jiivahar have aquired these items. The curiosity of the Jiivahar has made them quite enthusiastic about aquiring these "wonders," but the items have been the source of recent stress within Jiivahar society. Unwilling to give away their most treasured items, some Jiivahar have found themselves victims of theft. Worse yet, some Jiivahar outcasts have managed to obtain advanced weaponry and have begun to terrorize some Jiivahar talins. Time has yet to tell how this will affect Jiivahar society. | 
