Basz Maliyu was a Mon Calamari smuggler.

Basz Maliyu was known for his ease around Imperial officers, which spawn a number of stories and suspicions. Some believed him to have once been an Imperial slave while others believed he befriended Imperial officers to avoid undesirable customs difficulties on his smuggling runs. These suspicious caused many to believe Basz Maliyu informed the Empire of Syvris shadowport's location. Following its destruction, he was shunned by the smuggler and fringer community.

Behind the scenesEdit

Basz Maliyu was the first Mon Calamari character to be given two names, predating the introduction of Jesmin Ackbar by three months. Previously, Mon Calamari were generally assumed by fans to not have family names.

SourcesEdit

• Platt's Smugglers Guide (First mentioned)
• Ultimate Alien Anthology