Some random trivia: Handmaiden is voiced by a VA named Grey DeLisle. Let's see what she has to say for herself. So that's how you end up with a party member who specializes in unarmed combat. 'But you realize no one will ever SEE any of it. 'What, you mean it's actually viable now?' And we added all these new unarmed feats too.' 'Hey guys, we made this kick ass animation system for hand-to-hand combat. I think this is the train of thought that went into her design at Obsidian: So the Handmaiden's joined our little happy fun crew. 'I have had enough of this - I will be in my chambers.' 'Indeed? But of course - what does one more matter to our journey?' Remember the cut scene where Atris specifically sends her to follow the Exile? But this line remained, so there's some ambiguity as to whether Atris really did send her. And I am doing this because Atris believes you will need help.' Way to let the inconspicuous albino sneak aboard. This is too convenient to be anything but a trap.' We had a friendly chat, then we promptly beat up her students and jacked all her computer files.
Last update we met Atris, former member of the high council, and the self-proclaimed last of the Jedi. Part 11: Nar Shaddaa: Everyone and Their Grandmothers are Bounty Hunters
