Master Yellow Goodbelly

Master Yellow Goodbelly is a notorious smuggler in the Galaxa Universe. Renowned for his ability to get nearly anything anywhere, he has become a legend among the scoundrels and smugglers of the galaxy. Known for his rugged charm, love of scotch, and extraordinary culinary tastes, Goodbelly lives by his motto: "If it fits, it ships!"

Early Life

Master Yellow Goodbelly was born on the trading moon of Caren’s Reach, a bustling hub of commerce, scum, and villainy orbiting the desert planet Teranon IV. The trading moon was infamous for its thriving black markets and chaotic back alleys, where deals were struck in the shadows and fortunes made and lost in the blink of an eye.

As a young pup, Goodbelly quickly learned to navigate the streets, dodging danger while sniffing out opportunity. It was here that he developed his signature puppy-dog look, a disarming charm that would serve him well in his later smuggling career. His love for the finer things in life—prime meats and expensive scotch—emerged early, as he often pilfered from the stockpiles of wealthy traders to indulge his refined tastes.

Professional Life

Though he operated under the guise of being a legitimate trader, Goodbelly’s reputation as a smuggler spread rapidly across the galaxy. His expertise lay in transporting the untransportable: rare spices, forbidden technology, and even live exotic creatures. His motto, "If it fits, it ships... and if it doesn’t, we make it fit," became a slogan whispered in smuggling dens and cantina bars.

Goodbelly's escapades often brought him to the attention of Galaxa's authorities, but his silver tongue and charismatic demeanor—along with a few well-placed bribes—ensured he remained one step ahead of trouble. His most notorious maneuver, known as "The Waggle," involves a carefully timed combination of floppy ears and soulful eyes, creating just enough hesitation in his adversaries to turn the tide in his favor.

The Bantikor Incident

Goodbelly’s missing piece of his right ear is a constant reminder of one of his most harrowing escapades. Tasked with smuggling a juvenile Bantikor, a highly dangerous apex predator from the eleven moons of Nenvar, for an exotic animal trader, Goodbelly found himself in a dire situation when the creature escaped its containment mid-flight.

The Bantikor—a vicious beast armed with venomous fangs and razor-sharp quills—proved too much for standard containment measures. Despite being outmatched in size and strength, Goodbelly relied on his ingenuity and his love of scotch to subdue the creature. With nothing but a tranquilizer dart and a bucket of scotch-soaked steaks, he managed to wrestle the creature into submission. The encounter left him with scars across his face and back and a chunk of his right ear missing.

The incident cemented Goodbelly's legend in smuggling circles. He frequently retells the tale at cantina bars, each time adding more flair and embellishment to the story.

Hobbies and Vices

Goodbelly has a refined palate and spares no expense in satisfying it. He indulges in the finest scotch the galaxy has to offer, with a particular fondness for the rare "Obanix 56" from the volcanic planet Aemir. Prime cuts of meat are a staple in his diet, and his ship, the *Tipsy Hound*, is equipped with a state-of-the-art galley stocked with galactic delicacies.

When he isn’t smuggling or enjoying a fine meal, Goodbelly dabbles in high-stakes poker games. His knack for "accidentally" spilling a drink at critical moments in a game has become infamous among his peers.

Relationships

Despite his lone-wolf nature, Goodbelly has cultivated a network of allies and informants across the galaxy:

• Captain Trill Vondak: A Felid pilot who shares a complicated love-hate relationship with Goodbelly, often stemming from his "accidental" betrayals.
• Nixa Gorran: An arms dealer from the shadowed planets of Nebulos who supplies Goodbelly with custom gadgets and occasionally indulges his penchant for rare scotch.
• Fetch: A loyal droid companion responsible for logistics, ship repairs, and providing moral support during Goodbelly's frequent scrapes with danger.

Ship: *The Tipsy Hound*

The *Tipsy Hound* is Goodbelly’s pride and joy. A heavily modified freighter, it features state-of-the-art stealth capabilities, hidden compartments for smuggling contraband, and a robust security system to deter would-be thieves. The interior is an eclectic mix of luxury and chaos: the cockpit houses a small bar stocked with fine scotch, while the lounge area is often littered with half-chewed bones and vintage poker cards.

Notable Achievements

• Successfully smuggled an entire shipment of illegal Noxian Wine through a heavily monitored quarantine zone.
• Negotiated peace between rival cartels using nothing but his infamous "puppy-dog look."
• Survived being stranded on the frozen world of Luthrik with nothing but a bottle of scotch and his wits.

Trivia

• Goodbelly's favorite scotch is "Obanix 56", a rare spirit distilled on the volcanic planet Aemir.
• His scars and ragged ear add to his roguish charm, often playing into his narrative of being "a tough dog with a soft heart."
• He insists that his middle name is "Danger," though records show it’s "Wiggles."