Allarian

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The '''Allarians''' are a near-human species known for their striking appearance, religious devotion, and brutal societal practices. Their culture is deeply tied to their worship of stars, believed to be fragments of their fire god, '''[[Oolmo]]''', shattered by his wife, the goddess '''[[Nyllira]]''', after an act of betrayal. This belief drives their zeal for ritual sacrifices, particularly the ejection of slaves into stars, to appease divine forces and protect their worlds from calamities.

{{Species

| ~~Species~~=~~Allarians~~

| name = Allarian

| imageFront=AllarianFront.png

| oed = ah l eh r ee a n

| imageSide=AllarianSide.png

| ipa = æˈlɛɹiən

| imageAngle=AllarianAngle.png

| imageFront = AllarianFront.png

| imageBack=AllarianBack.png

| imageSide = AllarianSide.png

~~| Male=Average Male~~

| imageAngle = AllarianAngle.png

| imageMale=AllarianMale.png

| imageBack = AllarianBack.png

| caption4=Average Male

| imageMale = AllarianMale.png

~~| Female=Average Female~~

| caption4 = Average Male

| imageFemale=AllarianFemale.png

| imageFemale = AllarianFemale.png

| caption5=Average Female

| caption5 = Average Female

| taxonomy=[[Near-Human]] [[~~Mammalian~~]] [[Humanoid]]

| taxonomy = [[Near-Human]] [[Mammaloid]] [[Humanoid]]

| species_family=[[Near-Human]]

| species_family = [[Near-Human]]

| birth_type=~~Live-birth~~

| birth_type = Viviparity

| reproduction_type=Sexual ~~Reproduction~~

| reproduction_type = [[Reproduction|Sexual]]

| spirit_tribe=Spirit of Fire and Stars

| spirit_tribe = Spirit of Fire and Stars

| average_height=7 to 8 feet

| average_height = 7 to 8 feet

| physiques=Slender yet imposing; long limbs, forward-curving necks

| physiques = Slender yet imposing; long limbs, forward-curving necks

| history=The Allarians are a deeply religious species with a neo-Aztec-inspired culture. They are infamous for their slavery, ritual sacrifices, and star-worshiping practices. Their brutal societal norms stem from their belief in the shattered fire god [[Oolmo]] and his vengeful consort, [[Nyllira]].

| homeworld = Unknown (Allarian-controlled worlds dominate several star systems)

| homeworld=Unknown (Allarian-controlled worlds dominate several star systems)

| universe = [[Galaxa]]

| species_relatives=Unknown

| species_relatives = Unknown

| ancestral_species=Ancient Allarian Proto-Humanoids

| ancestral_species = Ancient Allarian Proto-Humanoids

| creator=Unknown Evolutionary Forces

| status = Thriving

| traits=Religious zealotry, red to orange skin tones, digitigrade feet, forward-curving necks

| creator = Unknown Evolutionary Forces

| eye_colors=[[Yellow (Eye ~~Color~~)|Yellow]], [[Green (Eye ~~Color~~)|Green]]

| traits = Religious zealotry, red to orange skin tones, digitigrade feet, forward-curving necks

| hair_colors=None

| eye_colors = [[Color:Yellow (Eye)|Yellow]], [[Color:Green (Eye)|Green]]

| skin_colors=[[Red (Skin ~~Color~~)|Red]], [[Orange (Skin ~~Color~~)|Orange]], [[Yellow (Skin ~~Color~~)|Yellow]] (rare, considered cursed)

| hair_colors = None

| stance=Bipedal (digitigrade)

| skin_colors = [[Color:Red (Skin)|Red]], [[Color:Orange (Skin)|Orange]], [[Color:Yellow (Skin)|Yellow]] (rare, considered cursed)

| diet=~~Carnivorous~~, including sentient beings

| stance = Bipedal (digitigrade)

| diet = [[Diet|Carnivore]], including sentient beings

}}

~~== Overview ==~~

The '''Allarians''' are a near-human species known for their striking appearance, religious devotion, and brutal societal practices. Their culture is deeply tied to their worship of stars, believed to be fragments of their fire god, '''[[Oolmo]]''', shattered by his wife, the goddess '''[[Nyllira]]''', after an act of betrayal. This belief drives their zeal for ritual sacrifices, particularly the ejection of slaves into stars, to appease divine forces and protect their worlds from calamities.

Allarian society is heavily inspired by neo-Aztec practices, including ritualistic warfare, slavery, and sacrifice. They are known for their ziggurat-shaped starships, plasma-edged weaponry, and consumption of sentient beings, which they believe honors their gods.

== Appearance ==

Allarians are slender and imposing, with long limbs and elegant yet intimidating features:

* '''Skin Tones:''' Shades of red and orange, with rare yellow individuals considered cursed and executed ~~at birth~~.

* '''Skin Tones:''' Shades of red and orange, with rare yellow individuals considered cursed and executed as soon as discovered. Allarian are born with pinkish tan skin that changes color after a few months.

* '''Facial Features:''' Flat, wide noses and large, slanted almond-shaped eyes in hues of yellow to green.

* '''Necks and Limbs:''' Forward-curving necks and long limbs ending in digitigrade feet with two clawed toes.

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** '''Yellow-Skinned Individuals:''' Considered cursed by [[Nyllira]] and executed at birth.

** '''Solar Flares:''' Warnings of betrayal or disaster from [[Oolmo]].

** '''Meteor Showers:''' Signs of [[Nyllira]]’s wrath, demanding purification through sacrifice.

** '''Meteor Showers:''' Signs of [[Nyllira]]'s wrath, demanding purification through sacrifice.

** '''Eclipses:''' The most feared omens, symbolizing [[Oolmo]]’s waning power, leading to mass sacrifices.

** '''Eclipses:''' The most feared omens, symbolizing [[Oolmo]]'s waning power, leading to mass sacrifices.

== Society and Culture ==

Allarian society is hierarchical and deeply religious, with the High Solar Priests wielding immense power:

* '''Hierarchy:'''

** '''Emperor:''' Rules with divine authority but is subordinate to the [[High Solar Priest (Allarian)|High Solar Priests]].

** '''Emperor:''' Rules with divine authority but is subordinate to the [[High Solar Priest Caste (Allarian)|High Solar Priests]]. [[Warrior Caste (Allarian)|Warrior Caste]] responds directly to the Emperor.

** '''High Solar Priests:''' Interpret celestial omens and oversee sacrifices.

** '''Emperess:''' Seen as a divine figure and lead Priestess of the [[High Solar Priest Caste (Allarian)|High Solar Priests]].

** '''Warrior Caste:''' Conduct celestial hunts and wear ferocious [[~~Fauna|~~fauna]] skins into battle.

** '''High Solar Priest Caste:''' Interpret celestial omens and oversee sacrifices.

** '''Slave ~~Class~~:''' Encompasses conquered species, destined for labor or sacrifice.

** '''Solar Priest Caste:''' Responsible for assisting High Solar Priests. Only Caste that can ascend from.

** '''Warrior Caste:''' Conduct celestial hunts and wear ferocious [[fauna]] skins into battle.

** '''Slave Caste:''' Encompasses conquered species, destined for labor or sacrifice.

** '''Cattle Caste:''' Includes species that are not considered worthy of sacrifice, but are considered food.

* '''Cuisine:''' Strictly carnivorous, often consuming sentient beings as a display of dominance and divine favor.

* '''Weapons and Armor:'''

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== Relations with Other Species ==

The ~~Allarians’~~ brutal practices and expansionist ambitions shape their relationships:

The Allarians' brutal practices and expansionist ambitions shape their relationships:

* '''[[Valdian|Valdians]]:''' Viewed as weak for their pacifistic ideals. Clashes often arise over Allarian enslavement practices.

* '''[[Kolthian|Kolthians]]:''' Tense respect exists between the two, though the Allarians see the ~~Kolthians’~~ lack of spiritual devotion as a flaw.

* '''[[Kolthian|Kolthians]]:''' Tense respect exists between the two, though the Allarians see the Kolthians' lack of spiritual devotion as a flaw.

* '''[[Sluggo]]:''' Exploited for their opportunism, often serving as intermediaries in the Allarian slave trade.

* '''[[Human|Humans]]:''' Frequently targeted for enslavement and sacrifice due to their perceived fragility.

* ~~'''~~Trans-Organic Collective of Perfection:''' Hostile relations due to mutual disdain; Allarians see the Collective as soulless, while the Collective views them as organic zealots ripe for assimilation.

* [[Trans-Organic Collective of Perfection]]''':''' Hostile relations due to mutual disdain; Allarians see the Collective as soulless, while the Collective views them as organic zealots ripe for assimilation.

* '''[[Telerian]]:''' Distrusted for their hedonism; Allarians have assassinated [[Telerian]]an nobles to disrupt spice trade routes.

== Notable Historical Events ==

* '''Execution of [[Emperor Tilus the Eighth]]:''' Executed for killing his wife to cover up his affairs, violating Allarian law.

* '''Execution of [[Emperor Tilus the Eighth]]:''' Executed for killing his wife to cover up his affairs, violating [[Allarian]] law.

* '''Solar Purge of [[Quarnos]]:''' Thousands of slaves sacrificed to a nearby star, celebrated as a divine victory.

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* '''Celestial Hunts:''' Ritualistic spacefaring hunts target apex predators for sacrifice.

* '''Star Banquets:''' Nobles feast on sentient flesh following large sacrifices, symbolizing union with [[Oolmo]].

* '''[[Oolmo|Oolmo's]] Betrayal: [[Oolmo]] was believed to have been unfaithful to [[Nyllira]], and as such infidelity is the highest crime and is cause for immediate execution.'''

== Author's Notes ==

Allarian society is heavily inspired by neo-Aztec practices, including ritualistic warfare, slavery, and sacrifice. They are known for their ziggurat-shaped starships, plasma-edged weaponry, and consumption of sentient beings, which they believe honors their gods.

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