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{{Species | 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 | ||
| name = Allarian | |||
| oed = ah l eh r ee a n | |||
| imageFront = AllarianFront.png | |||
| imageSide = AllarianSide.png | |||
| imageAngle = AllarianAngle.png | |||
| imageBack = AllarianBack.png | |||
| imageMale = AllarianMale.png | |||
| caption4 = Average Male | |||
| imageFemale = AllarianFemale.png | |||
| caption5 = Average Female | |||
| taxonomy = [[Near-Human]] [[Mammalian]] [[Humanoid]] | |||
| species_family = [[Near-Human]] | |||
| birth_type = Live-birth | |||
| reproduction_type = [[Reproduction|Sexual]] | |||
| spirit_tribe = Spirit of Fire and Stars | |||
| average_height = 7 to 8 feet | |||
| physiques = Slender yet imposing; long limbs, forward-curving necks | |||
| homeworld = Unknown (Allarian-controlled worlds dominate several star systems) | |||
| universe = [[Galaxa]] | |||
| species_relatives = Unknown | |||
| ancestral_species = Ancient Allarian Proto-Humanoids | |||
| status = Thriving | |||
| creator = Unknown Evolutionary Forces | |||
| traits = Religious zealotry, red to orange skin tones, digitigrade feet, forward-curving necks | |||
| eye_colors = [[Yellow (Eye Color)|Yellow]], [[Green (Eye Color)|Green]] | |||
| hair_colors = None | |||
| skin_colors = [[Red (Skin Color)|Red]], [[Orange (Skin Color)|Orange]], [[Yellow (Skin Color)|Yellow]] (rare, considered cursed) | |||
| stance = Bipedal (digitigrade) | |||
| diet = [[Diet|Carnivore]], including sentient beings | |||
}} | }} | ||
== Appearance == | == Appearance == | ||
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== Religion and Beliefs == | == Religion and Beliefs == | ||
Allarian faith revolves around the worship of their fire god, '''Oolmo''', and his consort, '''Nyllira''': | Allarian faith revolves around the worship of their fire god, '''[[Oolmo]]''', and his consort, '''[[Nyllira]]''': | ||
* '''Star Worship:''' Stars are fragments of Oolmo, shattered by Nyllira after his betrayal. Each star is considered a vessel of his divine power. | * '''Star Worship:''' Stars are fragments of [[Oolmo]], shattered by [[Nyllira]] after his betrayal. Each star is considered a vessel of his divine power. | ||
* '''Ritual Sacrifice:''' Slaves are sacrificed by being ejected into stars, believed to protect Allarian worlds from cosmic calamities like solar flares and meteorites. | * '''Ritual Sacrifice:''' Slaves are sacrificed by being ejected into stars, believed to protect Allarian worlds from cosmic calamities like solar flares and meteorites. | ||
* '''Superstitions:''' | * '''Superstitions:''' | ||
** '''Yellow-Skinned Individuals:''' Considered cursed by Nyllira and executed at birth. | ** '''Yellow-Skinned Individuals:''' Considered cursed by [[Nyllira]] and executed at birth. | ||
** '''Solar Flares:''' Warnings of betrayal or disaster from Oolmo. | ** '''Solar Flares:''' Warnings of betrayal or disaster from [[Oolmo]]. | ||
** '''Meteor Showers:''' Signs of | ** '''Meteor Showers:''' Signs of [[Nyllira]]’s wrath, demanding purification through sacrifice. | ||
** '''Eclipses:''' The most feared omens, symbolizing | ** '''Eclipses:''' The most feared omens, symbolizing [[Oolmo]]’s waning power, leading to mass sacrifices. | ||
== Society and Culture == | == Society and Culture == | ||
Allarian society is hierarchical and deeply religious, with the High Solar Priests wielding immense power: | Allarian society is hierarchical and deeply religious, with the High Solar Priests wielding immense power: | ||
* '''Hierarchy:''' | * '''Hierarchy:''' | ||
** '''Emperor:''' Rules with divine authority but is subordinate to the 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 skins into battle. | ** '''High Solar Priest Caste:''' Interpret celestial omens and oversee sacrifices. | ||
** '''Slave | ** '''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. | * '''Cuisine:''' Strictly carnivorous, often consuming sentient beings as a display of dominance and divine favor. | ||
* '''Weapons and Armor:''' | * '''Weapons and Armor:''' | ||
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== Relations with Other Species == | == Relations with Other Species == | ||
The Allarians’ brutal practices and expansionist ambitions shape their relationships: | The Allarians’ brutal practices and expansionist ambitions shape their relationships: | ||
* '''Valdians:''' Viewed as weak for their pacifistic ideals. Clashes often arise over Allarian enslavement practices. | * '''[[Valdian|Valdians]]:''' Viewed as weak for their pacifistic ideals. Clashes often arise over Allarian enslavement practices. | ||
* '''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. | * '''[[Sluggo]]:''' Exploited for their opportunism, often serving as intermediaries in the Allarian slave trade. | ||
* '''Humans:''' Frequently targeted for enslavement and sacrifice due to their perceived fragility. | * '''[[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 == | == 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. | * '''Solar Purge of [[Quarnos]]:''' Thousands of slaves sacrificed to a nearby star, celebrated as a divine victory. | ||
== Trivia == | == Trivia == | ||
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* '''Lost Ziggurat Ships:''' Abandoned Allarian ships are rumored to hold forgotten artifacts and divine treasures. | * '''Lost Ziggurat Ships:''' Abandoned Allarian ships are rumored to hold forgotten artifacts and divine treasures. | ||
* '''Celestial Hunts:''' Ritualistic spacefaring hunts target apex predators for sacrifice. | * '''Celestial Hunts:''' Ritualistic spacefaring hunts target apex predators for sacrifice. | ||
* '''Star Banquets:''' Nobles feast on sentient flesh following large sacrifices, symbolizing union with Oolmo. | * '''Star Banquets:''' Nobles feast on sentient flesh following large sacrifices, symbolizing union with [[Oolmo]]. | ||
== 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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