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== Morphology and Physiology == | == Morphology and Physiology == | ||
[[File:amaianmale.jpg|thumb|left|A male Amaian.]] | [[File:amaianmale.jpg|thumb|left|A male Amaian.]] | ||
The Amaians are a humanoid species originating in the ocean depths of planet [[Delphi]]. They have various fish-like characteristics and are well adapted for an amphibious lifestyle. Both males and females exhibit smooth and hairless, scale-like skin, long fins growing from their limbs and back, and gill slits at the base of the skull. | The Amaians are a humanoid species originating in the ocean depths of planet [[Delphi]]. They have various fish-like characteristics and are well adapted for an amphibious lifestyle. Both males and females exhibit smooth and hairless, scale-like skin, long fins growing from their limbs and back, and gill slits at the base of the skull. However the gills they sport are vestigial; the Amaians have evolved working lungs among their other more terrestrial adaptations such as arms and legs. Their rows of sharp teeth are well suited to their exclusively aquatic diet of flora and fauna. They also exhibit a degree of sexual dimorphism. The males are generally larger and posses great musculature, and their skin is rough and grey. The females are generally smaller and possess a more lithe physique, and possess more ornate, frilly fins. Mating includes some degree of bonding for the benefit of the offspring, but Amaians tend towards polyamory. The females gestate their offspring for a period of 12 months and give birth to live young. The average lifespan of an Amaian is approximately 110 years. Although they have evolved many terrestrial adaptations and are capable of survival in such environments, they are best suited for amphibious living and are imprinted with a strong affinity for water. | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
The Amaian race evolved from fish-like aquatic creatures within the vast oceans of Delphi. As they progressed into a sentient and amphibious race they developed a significant civilization with religion, art, government, and naval technology. However, their emergence from the oceans put them at odds with the other sentient race upon Delpi, the [[Evux]]. The Evux were a terrestrial race who wrestled with the Amaians for domination of the planet. In the end, the Amaians were victorious and the Evux were completely exterminated. Approximately, 39,000 years ago, they developed the capability to traverse the ocean of stars by creating spacecraft. Since then, they have had contact with many other races from across the [[Starmourn Sector]], including those of the [[Free Fleet]] whom they are known to do business with. | The Amaian race evolved from fish-like aquatic creatures within the vast oceans of Delphi. As they progressed into a sentient and amphibious race they developed a significant civilization with religion, art, government, and naval technology. However, their emergence from the oceans put them at odds with the other sentient race upon Delpi, the [[Evux]]. The Evux were a terrestrial race who wrestled with the Amaians for domination of the planet. In the end, the Amaians were victorious and the Evux were completely exterminated. Approximately, 39,000 years ago, they developed the capability to traverse the ocean of stars by creating spacecraft. Since then, they have had contact with many other races from across the [[Starmourn Sector]], including those of the [[Free Fleet]] whom they are known to do business with. | ||