Species

The diversity of life forms throughout the galaxy has led to a wealth of life forms and species. The exhaustive form of this data is simply too great to make available across the microlink data network. For this reason, this condensed guide contains only the broad species groupings and the most prominent sub-species within that grouping. A complete set of data and/or specific enquiries should be directed to the Anthropological Services department of data Services (Access No.: E/197625128-S11). A charge may be made for this service and the department reserves the right to restrict access and/or refuse requests.

Name/Class Prominent Sub-Species Description
Humanoid Humanoids are the most prolific of the species in the universe - excelling in no individual environment but possessing the ability to adapt. Humanoid life was by no means the first life form to journey into space but has been one of the biggest factors, both in a positive and negative sense. Because of their great numbers, most races regard humans as being a slight annoyance right through to their natural enemies. [More]
Reptilian Reptilia, Kalitor Descended from reptilian life, reptilians all exhibit the same cold-blooded nature of their ancestors. At this time, the reptilian life forms can be generally categorised as either Reptilia of Kalitor, but each race considers the other to be their inferior - a fact that has led to almost 500 years of blood feud. Reptilia are the wilder of the two races, being more openly aggressive and easier to enrage. They can be identified by a distinctive set of small dorsal fins running from the top of the spine to the base of the tail. Kalitor on the other hand, are more sly and devious. Although the equal of any Reptilia in combat, Kalitor prefer stealth and cunning to raw power, and many end up entering the bounty hunting trade. [More]
Amphibian Sharval Spawned from the sea, the Sharval are masters of the water but took many years to reach out into space, where they found that their knowledge of pressure environments enabled them to build some of the most durable ships in the universe. Calm and placid by nature, the Sharval have adapted to the dangers of space and are not to be trifled with when forced into combat. They also have a deep-rooted hatred of pirates, which has led them to treat newcomers with suspicion at first. Standing a mere 1 metre tall, Sharval have a strength that belies their size and should not be underestimated in hand-to-hand combat. One of their few weaknesses is their need to immerse themselves in saltwater completely every 4 hours. [More]
Dinosaur A generic term for any reptilian form of life that has not reached the universally accepted level of basic intelligence. Because of the huge diversity of creatures that fall into this category, creatures can range from being mere inches across, to several hundred feet. Although lower in intelligence, dinosaurs can still cause problems but in more in the sense of a nuisance. [More]
Neanderthal A generic term for any humanoid form of life that has not reached the universally accepted level of basic intelligence. Neanderthals are the mainstay of the slave trade (being able to handle simple non-verbal tasks) and some black-market trading in humanoid flesh. As is the nature of humanoids, they offer very little in the way of problems. [More]
Cyborg Octari A relatively new race that were created not by nature, but by desire. The Octari are a combination of races and were originally founded by beings from a range of species who had a love for the cybernetic enhancements that science has allowed. In the 200 years since the original cyborgs, the individual beings of the Octari interbred and continued to modify their cybernetic systems, up to the point where they were sufficiently removed from their original genetic ancestry that the galaxy was forced to recognise them as a new race. Octari are dangerous beings, combining the speed and strength of their cybernetic enhancements and almost insane outbursts of pure emotion. As is the nature of their race, the Octari come in all manner of shapes and forms, sometimes repulsive, sometimes appearing almost normal. [More]
Plasma Slee-Vare Existing as a nothing more than a cloud of gas, the Slee-vare are one of the most radically different races to what is considered the usual form of life. A hive mind allows the Slee-vare to share information in a manner that can be confusing to most life forms. Their great physical differences means that the Slee-vare must seal themselves in MagLock Containment fields when travelling off-world. Ethereal in form means ethereal in nature as the Slee-vare are staunch pacifists, fleeing at the first sign of conflict. [More]
Robotic XP Not all life is organic as the XP prove. The origins of this totally machine life form are largely unknown, not because of the passage of time but merely because the XP simply see no reason to release the information. Lacking emotion, XP are totally cold and unfeeling, dealing totally in terms of logic. This makes them difficult to deal with as although they may appear trustworthy, they may in fact be simply working towards a greater goal. Physically the XP appear in many forms, all of which are suited to the particular task that they are designed for, but always based around the principle of being functional rather than aesthetic. [More]
Avian Coquil Descended from bird life, Coquili still have the ability to take to the skies under their power (although most now prefer an easier form of transport). Their heritage makes Coquili master pilots and are ferocious and deadly in combat. Skittish and jumpy by nature, dealings with the race are difficult but can be ultimately rewarding because of the fact that they deal with so few others. Standing almost 2 standard metres tall, Coquili are unmistakable because of their highly preened plumage. This alone has made them declare unofficial war on the Reptilia race, who regard the head of a Coquil as something of a status symbol. [More]
Feline Tigara Regarded by many to be the most facile and shallow of races, the Tigara do aspire to a more hedonistic existence but this approach has allowed them to become the undisputed masters of art, fashion, and all things material. Although Tigari will avoid combat whenever possible, they can be dangerous warriors when pushed - even if Tigara technology does let them down more often than not. Despite being fur covered, Tigara still wear clothing and as such they require a warmer than normal environment. [More]
Canine Sellacrex The Sellacrex are generally considered to be one of the most diverse races in the galaxy, having over 150 different sub-species and every conceivable emotional type possible - from warriors through to poets. Sellacrex approach strangers with some trepidation but once the initial suspicion has been overcome, they prove ferociously loyal. Although standing on two legs, Sellacrex are naturally suited to four and will drop down during hand-to-hand combat and when injured or tired. [More]
Renari Very much an unknown quantity, the Renari origins, culture, and indeed very appearance are totally unknown. What is known is that the Renari are fearless warriors and will attack ANYTHING that they come across. [More]

For more information, please refer to Naval document NPD-263#REN75.