Category:Bounty Hunters
From An Evolution in RP :: Database
Bounty hunters are hireable mercenaries who track down and capture or kill anyone with a price on their head, although are also known for doing nearly anything for the right price including the protection of clients. The best bounty hunters were very well armed and even more dangerous. There were, however, plenty of incompetent specimens throughout the Galaxy, lacking any real skill but wishing to get rich quick or simply seeking adventure.
Bounty hunters usually worked alone, although they sometimes did form partnerships. Partnering with a bounty hunter could be very dangerous business, though, as they typically valued their personal gain—and survival—above that of their companions.
There are a number of guilds associated with bounty hunters, the largest and best-known being the Bounty Hunters Guild.
Most bounties are presented to a guild, unless the presenter was able to contact the hunters directly. Posted bounties would then be sent to hunters affiliated with the guild and the hunt would be on.
In some cases, bounty hunters are required to lodge a B23-1-14 permit in order to collect the maximum possible bounty.
Bounty hunters are almost always mistrusted and feared by locals around the Galaxy. This was because their line of work was so often dangerous, backstabbing and frightening. Many famous hunters earned reputations as fearsome as the most horrific Sith Lords and criminals. However, there were occasional counter-examples to this viewpoint. Bounty hunters who follow government regulations and target dangerous criminals are often seen as on the side of law enforcement.
Generally, bounty hunters remain neutral during times of galactic conflict. They were known to favor one side or another, although never officially joining any one group.
Most often, however, bounty hunters are hired by individuals—particularly criminals, both for their effectiveness and their availability.
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