Species: Amphibian (E/197625256-AMF)

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Physiology
Although at first glance Aquatic lifeforms appear somewhat docile and almost playful, their size belies just how dangerous they can be. Their 1 standard metre height hides a powerful being that can generally lift twice it's own body weight (standard gravity). Spawned from the depths of the oceans, Aquatic beings can typically survive great extremes of pressure and coupled with their ability to exist in a fairly wide range of temperatures, this makes them a surprisingly adaptable breed. Reliant on water (naturally) Amphibianss will typically shun high temperature worlds but a greater than expected number exist on ice worlds. A little limited on dry land, Amphibians are nigh on fearless in underwater hand to hand combat and it's a fool who attempts to tackle one in his own environment.

Society
Somewhat wary of land based lifeforms, Amphibians only have a real liking of Plasma lifeforms. This apprehension stems from a deep hatred of pirates but the underlying reason for this is unknown. Less difficult to understand is the natural aggression towards the cold blooded Reptilian and Avian races. Essentially a peaceful species, Amphibians tend to err towards colonisation and science but place very little value on trade. A proud species, Amphibians will turn on an aggressor but generally prefer to hold off on confrontations (but when roused, you'd better get out of their way)