Thomas the Lost Posted October 23, 2003 Report Posted October 23, 2003 This is a race I made up, they're Sci-Fi but hopefully that shouldn't be a problem. And I'd also like to note that they HAVE been copyrighted by me! I only say this because some kid in my Sci-Fi class is trying to steal my beautiful creations! LOL!! Otherwise, enjoy!! JikojinMukematsu (Jikojin for short) The Jikojin are an ancient race that highly value honor and justice. That being said, it should also be known that they are believed to have only one-hundred thousand members of their race remaining in existence. So they’re obviously become good at survival. The average Jikojin weighs in somewhere between two-hundred and three-hundred pounds, has an average height of about six foot five, and generally lives anywhere from one-hundred and seventy-five years to two-hundred earth years, but they measure their age not by years, but by how many battles they have been in. They have two genders, very similar to the humans’ male and female, and reproduce in a way also similar to the humans. One thing about them that is very different from humans however, is the way they communicate. Their native language is best described as a series of barks, growls and low pitched squeaks, as far as communicating with another race, they are able to form words and thus would be able to speak English with a very thick accent and slightly broken speech. For the most part the Jikojin are omnivores, but their diet consists mainly of vegetables with some meat on the side. One speculative reason for this diet is their planet of origin, it has been said that their homeworld had very strong gravity, and it was easier for them to grow vegetable gardens than it was to find the few other edible inhabitants. Also because of this high gravity, they are physical stronger than most races, especially in the aspects of running and acrobatics. The Jikojin are a warrior race, a very honorable race, they believe that your honor is your life, and any who dare dispute wither of them will face the argument of the sword. Their government is an interesting mix of Tribe rule and a Feudal system. One thing the Jikojin value highly is their history, they treat the eldest members of their race with high honor and most of their art and music tell of their history and great battles, they also consider combat to be somewhat of an art form. Speaking of combat, the Jikojin highly dislike firearms and prefer the old way of fighting, close combat. Most Myojin (warriors) use a blade resembling a Katana, other Myojin use pole arms, shorter blades, extended claws attached around their wrist, throwing knives, etc. The only real difference between their weapons and mankind’s old weapons is the fact that Jikojin weapons have high frequency (hf) blades so that they tend to shiver and slip right through most any armor, they also have a plasma coating to penetrate energy shields. Their armor resembles that of the old Samurai’s of Japan. Their “bio-armor” tenses up when an impact is made upon it to repel force, it also helps them to adapt to different environments and gravity (or lack there of). For training purposes, they wear armor that is specially made to simulate higher gravities for more effective training. The way they conduct warfare is often very stealthy and quick, using guerilla tactics to outwit and defeat their enemies. All said, the JikojinMukematsu are an old race and are highly respected for their abilities and are thought to now be in the employ of the Quintessance (a large union of alien races) as mercenaries. Possible motives could be the advantage of Quintessance travel, since they are in need of a new homeworld, another could be security in the way of allies. O.K. Now let me know if you want to see them in any stories, or have any questions about them. Oh yeah, I have a drawn picture of them that I'll post once i get my scanner up.
Peredhil Posted October 23, 2003 Report Posted October 23, 2003 sweet. The Pen needs more thoughtful science-fiction. I, for one, would like to see a link to a picture. If you put it in thread, my poor little modem might choke on it every time I loaded the thread. welcome back! -Peredhil
Zariah Posted October 23, 2003 Report Posted October 23, 2003 I want to see some of your stories! I would also like to hear more about their history, too!
Tamaranis Posted October 24, 2003 Report Posted October 24, 2003 That being said, it should also be known that they are believed to have only one-hundred thousand members of their race remaining in existence. So they’re obviously become good at survival. Or They're just really bad at it But yes, you should write a story with them in it. We need some more Sci-Fi around here.
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