There are nine species that the player may choose from for their character. So far they are: Chiss, Cyborg, Human, Miraluka, Mirialan, Rattataki, Sith Pureblood, Twi'lek, and Zabrak. ?Cathar have been confirmed to be added in one of the planned Expansions, most likely in expansion 1 The Rise Of The Hutt Cartel.? More may be added in future Expansions.

Each species has a unique Social Ability. Social Abilities do not alter a character's stats in any way but do provide unique social animations that you can use for roleplaying or for fun.

It is possible for players to unlock species for different classes. For example, you can play as a Pureblood Jedi Knight or a Chiss Trooper. There are 3 ways to unlock a race; either by paying a substantial amount of credits or by leveling that particular race to Level 50, or purchasing the species for 600 Cartel Coins.

Chiss

Social: Salute - Prompts nearby allies to stand at attention.

Cyborg

Social: Scan Target - Scans the target with a critical cybernetic eye.

Human

Social: Rally- Rallies nearby allies.

Miraluka

Social: Sense Force Allignment - Senses the target's alignment with the Force. ? ? ??

Mirialan

Social: Focusing Ritual - Undergo a Focusing Ritual to rest and recuperate the spirit.

Rattataki

Social: Shadowbox - Perform a series of mock blows, blocks, counters, and warming up for the fights to come.

Twi'lek

Social: Parlor Dance - Perform a unique cultural dance. ? ? ?

Sith Pureblood

Social: Punish - Punish your companion?for his or her continued failure.

ZABRAK

Social: Inspire Loyalty - Inspire loyalty in nearby allies.

Species / Class Combinations

Species can be unlocked for use with any class by using Cartel Coins or Credits.