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The '''Têran''' are a near-human species native to [[Têra]], renowned as the most technologically advanced civilization in all of [[ | The '''Têran''' are a near-human species native to [[Têra]], renowned as the most technologically advanced civilization in all of [[Lethurêa]]. Descended from the [[Human (Kosmos)|Kosmik Human]] template provided by the [[Meera Jenlek|Mother]] and [[Merrik Jenlek|Father]] to the [[First-Flames]], the Têran serve as a measuring stick for human-derived life across the cosmos. Their society is defined by passion, stubbornness, emotional depth, and a legacy of both astonishing progress and catastrophic resets. | ||
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| history = Derived from the [[Human (Kosmos)]] template by the [[First-Flames]] with guidance from the [[Meera Jenlek|Mother]] and [[Merrik Jenlek|Father]] | | history = Derived from the [[Human (Kosmos)]] template by the [[First-Flames]] with guidance from the [[Meera Jenlek|Mother]] and [[Merrik Jenlek|Father]] | ||
| homeworld = [[Têra]], now the ecumenopolis [[Neo Têra]] | | homeworld = [[Têra]], now the ecumenopolis [[Neo Têra]] | ||
| universe = [[ | | universe = [[Lethurêa]] | ||
| species_relatives = [[Human (Kosmos)]], [[ | | species_relatives = [[Human (Kosmos)]], [[Lûdokrêin]], other [[Near-Human]] species | ||
| ancestral_species = [[Human (Kosmos)]] | | ancestral_species = [[Human (Kosmos)]] | ||
| status = Thriving, technologically dominant | | status = Thriving, technologically dominant | ||
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== Biology == | == Biology == | ||
Têran are biologically average for [[ | Têran are biologically average for [[Lethurêa]]: standing 6 to 7 feet tall, with an average lifespan of 300 [[Lethurêan Standard Calendar|Lethurêan-years]] (834 [[Têran Calendar|Têran-years]]). Compared to other Lethurêan species such as the towering [[Valorêin]] or the imposing [[Hamtêrêin]], Têran are neither especially tall nor particularly long-lived. | ||
Their digestive systems are sensitive: most alien foods are toxic, and the only safe form of alcohol is ethanol. Despite this, many Têran are “foodies,” cultivating a love of spicy cuisine and nitrogen-infused “fizzing” drinks, with spicy food often enjoyed as a dare or test of tolerance. | Their digestive systems are sensitive: most alien foods are toxic, and the only safe form of alcohol is ethanol. Despite this, many Têran are “foodies,” cultivating a love of spicy cuisine and nitrogen-infused “fizzing” drinks, with spicy food often enjoyed as a dare or test of tolerance. | ||
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Têran culture is marked by powerful emotions, stubbornness, and a persistent tension between spirituality and secularism. | Têran culture is marked by powerful emotions, stubbornness, and a persistent tension between spirituality and secularism. | ||
They are deeply isolationist and somewhat xenophobic, preferring to interact mainly with the [[ | They are deeply isolationist and somewhat xenophobic, preferring to interact mainly with the [[Valorêin]]. This insularity is reinforced by a popular philosophy: “The only hand you can trust is your own.” Despite (or because of) this, Têran history is rife with civil wars, schisms, and technological resets. | ||
=== Philosophies and Belief Systems === | === Philosophies and Belief Systems === | ||
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=== Art and Music === | === Art and Music === | ||
Têran art is often provocative, sometimes clashing with the classical nudity of [[ | Têran art is often provocative, sometimes clashing with the classical nudity of [[Valorêin]] works by being intentionally suggestive. Music is predominantly electronic, but a revival of acoustic and traditional music is gaining momentum with younger generations. | ||
=== Cuisine === | === Cuisine === | ||
Due to their biological limitations, Têran cuisine is considered bland by outsiders. Nevertheless, a subculture of “foodies” obsessively chases the heat of spicy food, building tolerance for toxins. Fizzy, nitrogen-infused drinks—borrowed from the [[ | Due to their biological limitations, Têran cuisine is considered bland by outsiders. Nevertheless, a subculture of “foodies” obsessively chases the heat of spicy food, building tolerance for toxins. Fizzy, nitrogen-infused drinks—borrowed from the [[Valorêin]]—are beloved across all ages. | ||
== Technology == | == Technology == | ||
Têran are famed for technological prowess unrivaled in [[ | Têran are famed for technological prowess unrivaled in [[Lethurêa]]. Their exosuits, plasma blasters, and living metal armor are stronger than anything accessible by even [[Voyd]]-based technology. | ||
Other signature inventions include: | Other signature inventions include: | ||
* [[Rift Gate|Rift Gates]] – For travel across [[Yedistren]], rivaling Voyd Gate transit. | * [[Rift Gate|Rift Gates]] – For travel across [[Yedistren]], rivaling Voyd Gate transit. | ||
* [[Hyper-Space Drive ( | * [[Hyper-Space Drive (Lethurêa)]] – Advanced FTL within a galaxy. | ||
* [[Photonic Computer]] – Harnessing photons rather than electrons, for unprecedented speed and efficiency. | * [[Photonic Computer]] – Harnessing photons rather than electrons, for unprecedented speed and efficiency. | ||
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== History == | == History == | ||
The Têran have reset their civilization and technology multiple times, often due to internal conflict or disasters: | The Têran have reset their civilization and technology multiple times, often due to internal conflict or disasters: | ||
* The “Walking Death” ([[Z1X Virus]]) escaped containment, infecting worlds until [[ | * The “Walking Death” ([[Z1X Virus]]) escaped containment, infecting worlds until [[Valorêin]] scientists donated antibodies for a cure. | ||
* The [[ | * The [[Shemêin]] acquired nuclear codes during Têran early history, resulting in a near-extermination event. | ||
* An AI rebellion erupted after widespread mistreatment of synthetic intelligences. | * An AI rebellion erupted after widespread mistreatment of synthetic intelligences. | ||
* Têran are notorious for continued internal warfare, having participated in the ancient, multiversal [[One War]] and periodically fractured by radical defection to the [[Malisik]]. | * Têran are notorious for continued internal warfare, having participated in the ancient, multiversal [[One War]] and periodically fractured by radical defection to the [[Malisik]]. | ||
== Relations with Other Species == | == Relations with Other Species == | ||
Though technologically superior, the Têran’s emotional, stubborn, and passionate nature often strains relationships. They are typically seen as arrogant and isolationist, respected for their power but avoided socially. Only a handful of alliances—most notably with the [[ | Though technologically superior, the Têran’s emotional, stubborn, and passionate nature often strains relationships. They are typically seen as arrogant and isolationist, respected for their power but avoided socially. Only a handful of alliances—most notably with the [[Valorêin]]—have withstood the test of time. | ||
== Language == | == Language == | ||
Most Têran speak both their native language, '''Têrik''', and [[Valorik]] (the language of the | Most Têran speak both their native language, '''Têrik''', and [[Valorik]] (the language of the Valorêin). | ||
== Notable Individuals == | == Notable Individuals == | ||
* [[Tiras Valkor]]''':''' The “Iron Chancellor.” United the Têran homeworlds post-AI Rebellion but triggered the First Têran Civil War. | * [[Tiras Valkor]]''':''' The “Iron Chancellor.” United the Têran homeworlds post-AI Rebellion but triggered the First Têran Civil War. | ||
* '''Dr. [[Esla Novare]]:''' Pioneer of the [[Photonic Computer]], partially responsible for the Z1X Virus incident. | * '''Dr. [[Esla Novare]]:''' Pioneer of the [[Photonic Computer]], partially responsible for the Z1X Virus incident. | ||
* [[Serin Malketh]]''':''' General and ally of the [[ | * [[Serin Malketh]]''':''' General and ally of the [[Valorêin]], organized the response to the Walking Death. | ||
* [[Ketha Yenn]]''':''' Philosopher and leader of the “Luminous Purge” against technocrats; now a martyr. | * [[Ketha Yenn]]''':''' Philosopher and leader of the “Luminous Purge” against technocrats; now a martyr. | ||
* [[Jorran Kwelik]]''':''' Infamous for defecting to the [[Malisik]] and returning, triggering the largest anti-Malisik purge. | * [[Jorran Kwelik]]''':''' Infamous for defecting to the [[Malisik]] and returning, triggering the largest anti-Malisik purge. | ||
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== Fun Facts and Trivia == | == Fun Facts and Trivia == | ||
* Têran ear flutter is a social embarrassment and meme fodder in | * Têran ear flutter is a social embarrassment and meme fodder in Lethurêan pop culture. | ||
* Têran are “the canaries” of the | * Têran are “the canaries” of the Lethurêan diet: if a food is Têran-safe, it’s probably safe for most other near-humans. | ||
* “Night of Renewal” is observed with complete silence; breaking it is seen as a sign of spiritual crisis. | * “Night of Renewal” is observed with complete silence; breaking it is seen as a sign of spiritual crisis. | ||
* Myths speak of the “Shatterchild,” a prophesied Têran child destined to unite their divided people. | * Myths speak of the “Shatterchild,” a prophesied Têran child destined to unite their divided people. | ||
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== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Human (Kosmos)]] | * [[Human (Kosmos)]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Valorêin]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Lethurêa]] | ||
* [[Neo Têra]] | * [[Neo Têra]] | ||
* [[Rift Gate]] | * [[Rift Gate]] | ||
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[[Category:Species]] | [[Category:Species]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Lethurêa universe]] | ||
[[Category:Sentient species]] | [[Category:Sentient species]] | ||