Rodent-like native Arbrans, Hoojibs were small, sentient, furry critters distinguished by their large eyes, floppy ears, and a single, thin antennae protruding from their heads. They had four three-toed limbs and were agile runners and climbers in their native forests.

A telepathic species, Hoojibs communicated through thought, and had a spokesmind to speak on behalf of their kind. They did not call themselves “Hoojibs”, though recognized that others used that term. They could speak directly to intelligent beings, and could gain certain images from the minds of less-intelligent creatures like the Slivilith. The species was capable of vocalizing sounds, including a cry of “scree” intended to frighten predators, and fearful yelps of “yi”.

Hoojibs were energy-eaters and self-proclaimed power-feeders, able to take energy directly from their surroundings, rather than needing to metabolize it from animal or plant matter. They typically fed on power crystals inside their home cave, but could also consume power from machinery including flood lamps, power packs, and droids. They existed for countless centuries by subsisting on natural energy.

Hoojibs, while an intelligent, civilized species, had no need for technology, and existed for centuries as power-feeders in a mountainside cavern. They held friendship in high regard, even putting themselves in harm’s way for the sake of their friends. Hoojibs such as Plif were aware of concepts of physical attractiveness among the Human species.