Refa

Lore & Background

Lord Refa is a member of the Centauri nobility and a key figure in the Centaurum, the empire's senate driven by nobility. He is closely associated with Londo Mollari, and the two form a political alliance. Refa's accent was specifically imitated by actor William Forward from the accent developed by Peter Jurasik for Londo. Straczynski described Londo's accent as being that of the 'old school' of the Centauri Imperial Court, a style Refa also adopts. As a high-status Centauri male, Refa would wear his hair in a Peacock-tail shaped fan, the length and style determined by his social class. The Centauri Republic, once a mighty empire, is in a slow decline, and Refa's actions are a direct reflection of this decadence and internal power struggle.

In Their Own Story

Lord Refa's political career is marked by his alliance with Londo Mollari. Together, they navigate the treacherous politics of the Centaurum, often working to undermine their rivals and consolidate power. Refa's ambition and ruthlessness make him a dangerous figure, as he is willing to use any means to achieve his goals. His actions contribute to the internal strife that weakens the Centauri Republic, making it vulnerable to external threats and internal decay. The character's fate is intertwined with the broader narrative of the Centauri's decline and the rise of new powers in the galaxy.

Reader's Guide

Lord Refa is a recurring antagonist in the Babylon 5 series, primarily appearing in storylines focused on the Centauri Republic. His character is defined by his political cunning and his alliance with Londo Mollari. - **Affiliation:** Centauri Republic, Centaurum - **Species:** Centauri - **Notable Traits:** Ambitious, ruthless, politically savvy - **Key Relationships:** Londo Mollari (ally and rival)

Refa's role is to embody the corrupt and decadent nature of the Centauri nobility. His schemes often backfire, leading to further instability for the Republic. He is a key player in the political machinations that define the Centauri story arc, and his actions have lasting consequences for the empire and its relations with other races.

Did You Know?

• Lord Refa's accent was imitated by actor William Forward from the accent developed by Peter Jurasik for Londo Mollari.
• Straczynski described Londo's accent, which Refa shares, as being that of the 'old school' of the Centauri Imperial Court.
• As a high-status Centauri male, Refa would wear his hair in a Peacock-tail shaped fan, with the length and style determined by his social class.
• The Centauri Republic, of which Refa is a noble, is described as being in a slow decline, reflective of imperial cultures like the British Empire.