Jek Porkins

Fat Runner

Rebel Alliance pilot who died in the Battle of Yavin.

Quotes

  • I’m overweight for my uniform, but I can fly with the best of them.
  • Never tell me the odds.

Trivia

  • Said to have been named on the set.
  • Despite minimal screen time, loved by fans.
  • Some scenes were initially planned to be cut.
  • First pilot shot down in the Battle of Yavin.
  • Consistently supported in fan polls.

Alternate names

Jek Porkins Porkins Fat Runner

Tags

Rebel Alliance Pilot Battle of Yavin Star Wars Died in battle Original Trilogy X-wing Ace pilot

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Stout middle-aged male pilot with a rounded build.
Height
約180cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Brown
Distinguishing features
  • Slightly obese build
  • Round face
Iconic items
  • Rebel Alliance pilot suit
  • Helmet
  • X-wing controls

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Brave
Detailed personality
Passionate and loyal to his comrades, an excellent pilot. Strongly desires the Rebel Alliance's victory and takes pride in his mission. Shows some recklessness but is admired by his comrades for his likable personality.
Keywords
  • Brave
  • Loyal to comrades
  • Hot-blooded
  • Reckless
  • Loyalty
Talents
  • Excellent piloting skills
  • High combat ability
  • Calm judgment
Skills
  • X-wing piloting
  • Dogfight
  • Tactical flight
Motivation
To take revenge on the Empire and contribute to the Rebel Alliance's victory
Habits
No particular catchphrase is known, but has a friendly personality
Favorite foods
Simple meals, Favorites unknown
Hobbies
Podracing, Flying

History

Backstory
Born and raised on Bestine IV, he harbored a strong hatred for the Empire since childhood. Known as a pod racing expert, he won numerous races in his hometown. Joined the Rebel Alliance and served as an X-wing pilot. Achieved excellent results such as 16 kills in 40 hours after deployment, but during the Battle of Yavin, his ship was damaged by enemy fire and he died in battle.
Debut date
May 25, 1977
Work title
Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope
Media type
Movie
Episode or chapter
Episode 4

Joining the Rebel Alliance

Significant event
Joining the Rebel Alliance
Description
Joined the Rebel Alliance fueled by hatred from childhood and excelled as an ace pilot.

Battle of Yavin

Significant event
Battle of Yavin
Description
Launched as Red Six. His ship was destroyed by enemy laser cannons, and he died in battle.

Relationships

Biggs Darklighter

Best friend

Childhood friend and died together in the Battle of Yavin.

Rebel Alliance

Rebel Alliance: pilot

Media appearances

Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope

Movie / Protagonist

1977 theatrical release

Voice cast and creators

Chikao Nishimura

Voice actor
Chikao Nishimura
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Old dub

William Hootkins

Voice actor
William Hootkins
Language
English
Version or series
Original

George Lucas

Creator name
George Lucas
Role
Original author

Ralph McQuarrie

Creator name
Ralph McQuarrie
Role
Character designer

Related goods

Jek Porkins Action Figure

Item name
Jek Porkins Action Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

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