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− | |name | + | |name = Luriani |
− | | | + | |image = Imperial-Sunburst-Green-wiki.png |
− | | | + | |caption = ''Homo luriani sapiens'' |
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− | | | + | |type = Omnivore/gatherer |
− | | | + | |status = Minor Human Race |
− | | | + | |terrain = Ocean |
− | | | + | |locomotion = Amphibian |
− | | | + | |code = Luri |
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− | | | + | |confluence = Non-humanoid |
− | | | + | |typoid = Alien |
− | | | + | |size = 1.6 [[meter]]s |
− | | | + | |weight = 100 [[kg]] |
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− | | | + | |languages = Aaca, Anglic |
− | | | + | |government = Balkanization |
− | | | + | |epoch = TL:13-15 |
− | | | + | |psi = Standard |
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− | | | + | |home = {{WorldS|Daramm|Ley|0812}} |
− | | | + | |uwp = A76AA76-E |
− | | | + | |pop = 5 |
− | | | + | |primary = K0 V |
− | + | |atmo = Standard | |
− | | | + | |multi = Yes |
− | | | + | |existing = Yes |
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− | | | + | |ref = {{Ludography ref|name= Humaniti|page=103-112}} |
− | | | + | |canon = Yes |
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− | | | + | |era = 1105 |
− | | | + | |gravity = Standard |
− | | | + | |limbs = 4-ped |
− | | | + | |symmetry = 2-ial |
− | | | + | |TL = TL-14 |
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− | + | The [[Luriani]] of {{WorldS|Daramm|Ley|0812}} are a [[Minor Human Race]] with a [[humanoid]] appearance and are technologically advanced [[sophont]]s. | |
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+ | A passionate people known for their demonstrative behaviour and large, tight-knit families, they are stereotyped as emotionally volatile. They are found primarily in the [[Luriani Cultural Association]], a sub-polity of the Third Imperium. | ||
== Biology (Physical Sophontology) == | == Biology (Physical Sophontology) == | ||
− | The [[ | + | The [[Luriani]] are a [[Minor Human Race]], and are one of the few truly amphibious human races. |
− | Unlike most minor human races, the Luriani are classified as a | + | The [[Ancients]] performed extensive genetic engineering to adapt the Luriani to the water world that is their home, including providing them with webbed feet and hands, the ability to survive on the oxygen in their blood stream for up to an hour, and to dive to much greater depths than normal humans. Unlike most minor human races, the Luriani are classified as a separate species: ''Homo luriani''. As such, they are not interfertile with other humans without extensive genetic engineering. |
=== Evolution & Environment (Epigenetics) === | === Evolution & Environment (Epigenetics) === | ||
− | This species originated on [[Daramm (world)]] | + | This species originated on [[Daramm (world)]]. |
==== Sophonce (Evolution) ==== | ==== Sophonce (Evolution) ==== | ||
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* Bilateral symmetry (2-ial) | * Bilateral symmetry (2-ial) | ||
* Tetrapod (4-ped) | * Tetrapod (4-ped) | ||
− | ** Two limbs used for manipulation "arms" | + | ** Two limbs used for manipulation or "arms" |
− | ** Two limbs used for locomotion (biped) "legs" | + | ** Two limbs used for locomotion (biped) or "legs" |
* Body consists of three segments | * Body consists of three segments | ||
** Head with sensors and multiple-use orifice (consumption, communication, and respiration) | ** Head with sensors and multiple-use orifice (consumption, communication, and respiration) | ||
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* Viviparous birth | * Viviparous birth | ||
** (Iteroparous): Uses K-selection and have few offspring that require considerable amounts of time to raise to maturity. | ** (Iteroparous): Uses K-selection and have few offspring that require considerable amounts of time to raise to maturity. | ||
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== Psychology (Cultural Sophontology) == | == Psychology (Cultural Sophontology) == | ||
− | The race has a widespread reputation for being highly emotional and unpredictable. They are also noted for their mistrust and dislike of [[Vilani]] due to their near genocide during the [[Ziru Sirka]] in a unique event known as the ' | + | The race has a widespread reputation for being highly emotional and unpredictable. They are also noted for their mistrust and dislike of [[Vilani]] due to their near cultural genocide during the [[Ziru Sirka]] in a unique event known as the 'Year of Woe'. |
=== Culture & Society (Ethnology) === | === Culture & Society (Ethnology) === | ||
− | Their culture is based around close knit family groups and governed by extensive rules of etiquette and honour. Luriani are best known for | + | Their culture is based around close knit family groups and governed by extensive rules of etiquette and honour. Luriani are best known for their artistic and musical achievements. |
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+ | Subcultures include the [[Wurlana]]. | ||
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+ | ===Language=== | ||
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+ | [[Aaca]] | ||
==== Social Organization: 1116 ==== | ==== Social Organization: 1116 ==== | ||
The Imperium has established an Order of Knighthood specifically for loyal Luriani citizens: The [[Order of Eerynaaia]]. | The Imperium has established an Order of Knighthood specifically for loyal Luriani citizens: The [[Order of Eerynaaia]]. | ||
− | == Civilization (Societal Sophontology) == | + | === Civilization (Societal Sophontology) === |
− | The civilization and society of this species is known as [[Luriani Cultural Association]]. | + | The civilization and society of this species is known as the [[Luriani Cultural Association]]. |
− | == | + | == [[Astrography]] == |
− | This | + | This race is primarily located in the following areas: |
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* [[Ley Sector]] | * [[Ley Sector]] | ||
+ | ** [[Guadix Drift Subsector]] | ||
+ | ** [[Ikhnaton Subsector]] | ||
+ | ** [[Nightmare Subsector]] | ||
+ | ** [[Spearhead Subsector]] | ||
− | + | Additional notable populations are located in the following areas by [[1105]]: | |
− | + | * [[Ley Sector]] | |
− | * [[ | + | ** [[Noir Deep Subsector]] |
+ | ** [[Titanstorm Subsector]] | ||
+ | * [[Fornast Sector]] | ||
+ | ** [[Toza Subsector]] | ||
+ | ** [[Sanny Subsector]] | ||
− | The [[ | + | === Homeworld === |
− | * | + | The [[homeworld]] of this race is: |
− | + | * {{WorldS|Daramm|Ley|0812}} | |
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− | + | === World Listing === | |
− | + | Significant communities of this race are known to dwell within the following [[system]]s and [[world]]s: | |
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− | === World Listing | ||
− | Significant communities of this race | ||
{{ClusterWorlds2}} | {{ClusterWorlds2}} | ||
== References & Contributors (Sources) == | == References & Contributors (Sources) == | ||
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|S1= [[Dave Cheever]]. "Luriani MHR". ''[[Alien Realms (fanzine)|Alien Realms]] Volume 1 Issue 2'' (1990):10-12 | |S1= [[Dave Cheever]]. "Luriani MHR". ''[[Alien Realms (fanzine)|Alien Realms]] Volume 1 Issue 2'' (1990):10-12 | ||
|S2= {{Ludography cite|name= Meshan Saga 06|article=Race Name: Lurinai|page=8-12}} | |S2= {{Ludography cite|name= Meshan Saga 06|article=Race Name: Lurinai|page=8-12}} | ||
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|S5= {{Ludography cite|name= Gateway to Destiny|page=20-21}} | |S5= {{Ludography cite|name= Gateway to Destiny|page=20-21}} | ||
|S6= {{Ludography cite|name= Luriani|page=4-17}} | |S6= {{Ludography cite|name= Luriani|page=4-17}} | ||
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+ | [[Category: GURPS Traveller races]] | ||
+ | [[Category: Third Imperium races]] | ||
+ | {{LE|Races}} | ||
+ | [[Category: Guidebook to Ley Sector]] |
Latest revision as of 22:21, 17 January 2024
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Homo luriani sapiens | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Base Information | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Classification | Omnivore/gatherer | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Status | Minor Human Race | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Locomotion | Amphibian | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Terrain | Ocean | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Body Form | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Confluence | Non-humanoid | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Bio-Identenoid | Alien | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Size | 1.6 meters | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Weight | 100 kg | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Culture | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Languages | Aaca, Anglic | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Social Structure | Balkanization | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Technological Epoch | TL:13-15 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Psionic potential | Standard | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Origin World | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Homeworld location | Daramm (Ley 0812) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
UWP | A76AA76-E
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Primary Star | K0 V | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Atmosphere | Standard | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Off-world presence | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Zoetic individuals | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Source | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Reference | Humaniti 103-112. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Canon | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Also see | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
The Luriani of Daramm (Ley 0812) are a Minor Human Race with a humanoid appearance and are technologically advanced sophonts.
A passionate people known for their demonstrative behaviour and large, tight-knit families, they are stereotyped as emotionally volatile. They are found primarily in the Luriani Cultural Association, a sub-polity of the Third Imperium.
Biology (Physical Sophontology)[edit]
The Luriani are a Minor Human Race, and are one of the few truly amphibious human races.
The Ancients performed extensive genetic engineering to adapt the Luriani to the water world that is their home, including providing them with webbed feet and hands, the ability to survive on the oxygen in their blood stream for up to an hour, and to dive to much greater depths than normal humans. Unlike most minor human races, the Luriani are classified as a separate species: Homo luriani. As such, they are not interfertile with other humans without extensive genetic engineering.
Evolution & Environment (Epigenetics)[edit]
This species originated on Daramm (world).
Sophonce (Evolution)[edit]
This species developed intelligence in response to climactic factors.
Climate & Ecotope (Environment)[edit]
This species holds the following environmental preferences:
- Terrestrial planet (water world)
- Temperate climate
- Oceanic ecotopes (aquatic adaptation)
- Standard gravity
- Standard atmosphere
Anatomy & Physiology (Phenotype)[edit]
Sophontologists studying this species have discovered the following data.
Body Plan (Morphology)[edit]
Mammalianoid
- Humanoid
- Bilateral symmetry (2-ial)
- Tetrapod (4-ped)
- Two limbs used for manipulation or "arms"
- Two limbs used for locomotion (biped) or "legs"
- 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 (Function)[edit]
This species has a conventional carbon-water based biochemistry.
Respiration (Reaction)[edit]
This species employs a conventional respiration cycle consisting of:
- Oxygen-nitrogen inhalant
- Carbon dioxide exhalant
Diet & Trophics (Consumption)[edit]
- Omnivore/gatherer
- Homeotherm
- Apex predator
- This species favors a mix of foodstuffs.
Gender & Sexuality (Reproduction)[edit]
This species has the following reproductive characteristics:
- Two genders (male & female)
- Mild sexual dimorphism
- (sexual reproduction)
- Conjugal intercourse
- Varied mating systems (primarily serial monogamy) (1m:1f average)
- Viviparous birth
- (Iteroparous): Uses K-selection and have few offspring that require considerable amounts of time to raise to maturity.
Psychology (Cultural Sophontology)[edit]
The race has a widespread reputation for being highly emotional and unpredictable. They are also noted for their mistrust and dislike of Vilani due to their near cultural genocide during the Ziru Sirka in a unique event known as the 'Year of Woe'.
Culture & Society (Ethnology)[edit]
Their culture is based around close knit family groups and governed by extensive rules of etiquette and honour. Luriani are best known for their artistic and musical achievements.
Subcultures include the Wurlana.
Language[edit]
Social Organization: 1116[edit]
The Imperium has established an Order of Knighthood specifically for loyal Luriani citizens: The Order of Eerynaaia.
Civilization (Societal Sophontology)[edit]
The civilization and society of this species is known as the Luriani Cultural Association.
Astrography[edit]
This race is primarily located in the following areas:
Additional notable populations are located in the following areas by 1105:
Homeworld[edit]
The homeworld of this race is:
World Listing[edit]
Significant communities of this race are known to dwell within the following systems and worlds:
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References & Contributors (Sources)[edit]
- Dave Cheever. "Luriani MHR". Alien Realms Volume 1 Issue 2 (1990):10-12
- Martin Rait. "Race Name: Lurinai." Meshan Saga 06 (1998): 8-12.
- Martin Dougherty, Hunter Gordon. The Traveller's Handbook (QuikLink Interactive, 2002), 26-27.
- Loren Wiseman, Jon F. Zeigler. Humaniti (Steve Jackson Games, 2003), 103-112.
- Martin Dougherty, Hunter Gordon. Gateway to Destiny (QuikLink Interactive, 2004), 20-21.
- Andrea Vallance. Luriani (Mongoose Publishing, 2012), 4-17.