Species: Plasma (E/197625256-PLM)

This document is intended as merely a guide to the species and in no way should it be considered exhaustive. 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.

Phsyiology
Existing on an entirely different level to most other life forms, plasma beings are nigh on impossible to quantify. Their physical appearance can vary from giant mist laden clouds, to smoky tendrils, or even seemingly solid balls of light. Although a hive intelligence, individual Slee-Vare can display seemingly unique attributes: Some change colour in response to certain stimuli, some change size, some seemingly dissipate. Research has so far been unable to make any connection between physical appearance and social standing or emotional state. Although capable of existing outside their natural environemnt, Slee-Vare require MagLock containment fields off world and most complain about the confinement this imposes on them.

Society
Plasma lifeforms have a radically different social and political standpoint. The hive intelligence and phsyical form means that Slee-Vare can be considered as individual 'beings', nodes of one 'being', or just a single 'being' full stop. Their approach to life is completely alien and at times quite baffling. A common trait though is their pacifism and this is evident when it becomes understood that the Slee-Vare have no historical animosity to any race (Renari excepted). When attacked though, Slee-Vare will respond and although not an aggressive race by any means, they should not be considered a defenceless target. Scientifically orientated, Slee-Vare have one of the highest intelligence ratings in the galaxy and this is put to good use in their exploration and colonisation efforts.