Sword Worlder
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Classification | Omnivore/gatherer | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Status | Ethnic Group | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Size | 1.8 m / 5'10" | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Weight | 100.0 kg / 220.0 lbs | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Psionic potential | Standard | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Homeworld location | Terra (Solomani Rim 1827) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
UWP | X000000-0
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Off-world presence | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Reference | Journal of the Travellers' Aid Society 18 13-19. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Canon | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The Sword Worlder are a technologically sophisticated sophont species.
- They are a Minor Human Race, a human ethnicity with a humanoid appearance.
Biology
A Sword Worlder is an inhabitant of the Sword Worlds.
Anatomy & Physiology
Humans, on average, stand approximately 1.8 meters in height and weigh about 100 kilograms.
- Descended from omnivore gatherers, humans developed intelligence in response to shifting climatological factors.
- The genetic homeworld of Humaniti is believed to be Terra (Solomani Rim 1827).
Body Plan
- Humanoid
- Bilateral symmetry (2-ial)
- Tetrapod (4-ped)
- Two limbs used for manipulation "arms"
- Former brachiator (still capable climber)
- Two limbs used for locomotion (biped) "legs"
- Two limbs used for manipulation "arms"
- Body consists of three segments
- Head with sensors and multiple-use orifice (consumption, communication, and respiration)
- Torso with manipulatory limbs
- Abdomen with locomotor limbs
Biochemistry
Humans have a conventional carbon-water based biochemistry.
Respiration
Humans use a conventional respiration cycle consisting of:
- Oxygen-nitrogen inhalant
- Carbon dioxide exhalant
Evolution & Environment
Overview:
- Hyper-acclimitization: Known to quickly adapt to many different climates and environments.
- Requires shelter and clothing.
- Prefer to shelter in defensible dens protected from the elements.
Ecology
Humans are primarily a diurnal species and are active by daylight and rest during the night.
- They use a wide variety of technologies to master their environment including terraforming.
Diet & Trophics
- Omnivore/gatherer
- Homeotherm
- Sometimes called a "hunter-gatherer" due to many human's penchant for pursuing animal sustenance.
- Known for advanced agriculture and livestock husbandry practices.
- Regarded as an apex predator, through the use of technology, on their homeworlds.
Gender & Reproduction
Humans have the following reproductive characteristics::
- Two genders (male & female)
- Mild sexual dimorphism
- (sexual reproduction)
- Reproduces through conjugal intercourse
- Varied mating systems (primarily monogamy)
- Viviparous birth
- (Iteroparous): Uses K-selection and have few offspring that require considerable amounts of time to raise to maturity.
Lifecycle
No information yet available.
Psychology
No information yet available.
Motivation
- Anti-authoritarianism ("fanatical homesteaders")
- Independence
- Cultural pride
Philosophy (Mindset)
No information yet available.
Language & Letters (Communication)
The language of the Sword Worlds is largely Solomani-derived. It has heavy influences from the following Solomani languages:
- Icelandic
- Anglic
- German
Culture & Society (Ethnology)
No information yet available.
Social Organization: 1116
No information yet available.
History
No information yet available.
Historical Eras
No information yet available.
History: General Overview
No information yet available.
History-Era: Mileu 1100
No information yet available.
Major Historical Events Timeline: 1116
These are some of the more important historical events that have affected this polity:
- No information yet available.
Civilization
No information yet available.
Government & Politics (Leadership)
Government Structure: 1116
- Please see polity entry at Sword Worlds Confederation for more information.
Military & Intelligence (Force Projection)
This culture is well known for producing capable fighting forces. Sword Worlders are largely a warrior race.
- Please see polity entry at Sword Worlds Confederation for more information.
Business & Trade (Economy)
No information yet available.
- Please see polity entry at Sword Worlds Confederation for more information.
Research & Technology: 1116
No information yet available.
- Please see polity entry at Sword Worlds Confederation for more information.
Worlds & Sectors (Astrography)
This race (sophont species) is primarily located in the following areas:
Homeworld: 1105
The homeworld of this race (sophontic species) is:
World Listing: 1105
Significant communities of this race (sophont species) are known to exist within the following systems and worlds:
References & Contributors (Sources)
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- Loren Wiseman. "Contact: Sword Worlders." Journal of the Travellers' Aid Society 18 (1983): 13-19.
- Paul Drye, Hans Rancke-Madsen, Robert Prior. Sword Worlds (Steve Jackson Games, 2004), TBD.
- Bryan Steele. Sword Worlds (Mongoose Publishing, 2011), TBD.
- Traveller Wiki Editorial Team
- Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology Maksim-Smelchak of the Ministry of Science