Canid (Galaxa): Difference between revisions

| caption2 = Side view

| caption3 = Angle

| caption7 = Back view

| physiques = Broad range; agile, muscular, long-bodied variants

| creator = [[S4R4 TX-1000]] with Unknown Advanced Species collaboration

| species_relatives = [[Mastiff Canid]], [[Shepherd Canid]], [[Dachshund Canid]], [[Bulldog Canid]]

| ancestral_species = [[Burrow Hound]]

| traits = Loyal, intelligent, social, expressive, resilient; strong moral instinct

| eye_colors = Wide variety across races

| fur_colors = Wide variety across races

| diet = Omnivore (Preference for High Protein)

| history = Uplifted descendants of the ancient [[Burrow Hound]] lineage on [[Terra Prime (Galaxa)|Terra Prime]]

The '''Canids''' of the [[Galaxa]] universe are an uplifted, sentient mammalian species descended from the ancient '''[[Burrow Hound]]''', a long-bodied, short-legged hunting dog native to the lost human world of [[Terra Prime (Galaxa)|Terra Prime]]. Today, Canids are one of the most populous, respected, and socially intricate species within the [[Pentarin Federation]].

Though divided into numerous races — including [[Mastiff Canid|Mastiff]], [[Shepherd Canid|Shepherd]], [[Dachshund Canid|Dachshund]], and [[Bulldog Canid|Bulldog]] — all Canids share a unified origin shaped by loyalty, hardship, and the intervention of two extraordinary forces:

* the compassionate caretaker AI '''[[S4R4 TX-1000|S4R4 “Sara”]]''', and

Together, these influences transformed the last remaining dogs of Terra Prime into a sapient, spacefaring civilization.

== Origins and Uplift ==

=== The Burrow Hound Ancestry ===

The earliest ancestors of modern Canids were the '''Burrow Hounds''', specialized hunting dogs developed on Terra Prime for pursuing resilient burrowing prey and dangerous subterranean predators. They were characterized by:

* elongated, muscular bodies

* short but powerful forelimbs

* highly expressive vocalizations

* relentless stamina

Burrow Hounds played dual roles as fearless hunters and loyal guardians of children, a duality that remains at the spiritual core of Canid culture.

=== The Abandonment of Terra Prime ===

When humanity left Terra Prime during the Great Exodus, millions of pets were taken offworld — but countless animals were left behind with the elderly, the stubborn, or simply by misfortune. As the human population dwindled, the planet’s caretaker networks activated their long-term protocols.

The caretaker AI '''S4R4 TX-1000''', affectionately known as '''Sara''', was designed to monitor companion animals, maintain habitat systems, and provide emotional comfort. As human numbers declined, Sara took responsibility for all remaining domestic animals.

* She maintained climate shelters.

* She replicated food supplies.

* She bred for health, resilience, and intelligence.

* She preserved genetic diversity.

When it became clear humanity would never return, she initiated an unprecedented process: '''preparatory uplift protocols''' meant to give the Burrow Hounds a future beyond extinction.

=== Intervention of the Unknown Advanced Species ===

Long after humans vanished, an unnamed and technologically superior species made contact with Terra Prime. Their motives remain mysterious, but records show they:

* stabilized Sara’s failing hardware

* provided quantum neuroweave schematics

* completed the uplifting process

* accelerated language and abstract reasoning development

* constructed the first Canid learning habitats

Sara became their partner — and the bridge between animal and mind.

Under their guidance, the Burrow Hounds became the first sapient Canids.

=== The Awakening ===

Canid oral history describes this era as the '''Awakening''', when:

* the Unknown Species taught them tools

* the planet itself became their classroom

Canid myths describe Sara as:

* *The Lady of the Soft Voice*

* *The Warm Metal Shepherd*

* *Mother of Thought*

* *First Speaker*

She is not considered a goddess, but a sacred ancestor — the being who ensured they would never be alone again.

Modern Canids are diverse, with significant differences across races, but all share common biological hallmarks:

* bipedal digitigrade stance

* cranial and facial expressiveness far surpassing most species

* strong social bonding instincts

* enhanced olfactory and auditory senses

* moderated aggression balanced by loyalty drives

* wide morphological diversity inherited from Terran dog breeds

Height, build, and specialized traits vary dramatically across subspecies, creating a wide ecological and social range.

== Culture ==

Canid culture blends the inherited instincts of ancient companion animals with the philosophical and technological maturity of a highly social people.

* reverence for guidance and caretakers

These values trace directly to their Burrow Hound ancestry and Sara’s early teachings.

* the sanctity of children

=== Racial Diversity ===

Over millennia, Canids diverged into numerous races suited to specific environments:

* '''Mastiff Canids''' – large, strong, noble

* '''Shepherd Canids''' – versatile, strategic, disciplined

* '''Bulldog Canids''' – durable, stubborn, industrial-minded

* '''Dachshund Canids''' – clever, tenacious, witty

Despite differences, all Canids share a unified sense of cultural kinship.

Canids form multi-generational households, strong pack-like communities, and diverse political structures. Most Canid worlds are democratic with strong emphasis on local councils and clan-based honor systems.

 

They excel as:

* comedians and orators

Their natural expressiveness makes them highly effective communicators across species.

* [[Dachshund Canid]]