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| − | |name | + | |name = Ziadd |
| − | | | + | |image = Ziadd 350.jpg |
| − | + | |caption = ''Homo neanderthalensis ziaddii'' | |
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| − | + | |type = Omnivore/gatherer | |
| − | |caption = ''Homo neanderthalensis ziaddii'' | + | |status = Minor Human Race |
| − | | | + | |terrain = Plains |
| − | | | + | |locomotion = Walker |
| − | | | + | |code = Ziad |
| − | | | + | | |
| − | | | + | |confluence = Human |
| − | | | + | |typoid = Humanoid |
| − | | | + | |size = 1.8 [[meter]]s |
| − | | | + | |weight = 100 [[kg]] |
| − | | | + | | |
| − | | | + | |languages = Klatha'sh |
| − | | | + | |government = Balkanization |
| − | | | + | |epoch = TL:10-12 |
| − | | | + | |psi = Standard |
| − | |psi | + | | |
| − | | | + | |home = {{WorldS|Zeda|Dagudashaag|0721}} |
| − | | | + | |uwp = B873967-C |
| − | | | + | |pop = 5 |
| − | | | + | |primary = K4 V |
| − | | | + | |atmo = Standard |
| − | | | + | |multi = Yes |
| − | | | + | |existing = Yes |
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| − | | | + | |ref = {{Ludography ref|name=Signal-GK 09|page=3-14|article=Contact: Ziadd}} |
| − | | | + | |canon = No |
| − | | | + | |alsosee = [[Humaniti]] |
| − | |ref | + | |footnote = |
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| − | | | + | |author = Ade Stewart |
| − | | | + | |era = 1105 |
| − | | | + | |gravity = Standard |
| − | | | + | |limbs = 4-ped |
| − | | | + | |symmetry = 2-ial |
| + | |TL = TL-12 | ||
}} | }} | ||
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| − | == Description (Specifications) == | + | The [[Ziadd]] of {{WorldS|Zeda|Dagudashaag|0721}} are a technologically advanced [[Minor Human Race]] with a [[humanoid]] appearance. |
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| + | == Description ([[Specifications]]) == | ||
The Ziadd are the only surviving [[Minor Human Race]] within the [[Dagudashaag Sector]], the [[Miyavine]] having died off several thousand years ago. | The Ziadd are the only surviving [[Minor Human Race]] within the [[Dagudashaag Sector]], the [[Miyavine]] having died off several thousand years ago. | ||
| − | === Physiology & Environment (Ecology) === | + | === Image Repository === |
| − | + | # The Ziadd are descended from genetically modified Terran neanderthals. <br> [[File:Ziadd2-Osborne-Signal-GK 15-Sept-2019a.png|400 px]] | |
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| + | === Physiology & Environment ([[Ecology]]) === | ||
| + | Ziadd are descended from ''Homo Neanderthalensis'', taken from [[Terra]] by the [[Ancient]]s sometime after the year -400,000. Their ancestors were transplanted to [[Zeda (world)|Zeda]] in [[Dagudashaag Sector]]. Ziadd have been extensively geneered. | ||
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| + | Ziadd are generally mesomorphic, with thick ridges of bone above the eyes, a pronounced jaw and eyelids that exhibit an epicanthic fold, typical of [[Terra]]ns of oriental descent. A transparent membrane covers the eye and the nose contains a gas permeable membrane to keep out dust. A similar membrane protects the ear. The arms are longer and more heavily muscled than those of baseline [[human]]s. The hands consist of two thick fingers and a thumb, with each digit mutually opposable. The feet end in two prehensile toes. Ziadd are extremely strong. | ||
| − | Ziadd | + | The head, shoulders and back are covered in a thick mane and both sexes grow extensive fine hair over their entire body. The most noticeable difference is the skin: the surface epidermis, where it is visible, is coarse and thick and helps to protect against windblown dust. In addition, Ziadd display stripes. This is as a result of the pigment melanin being concentrated in bands running across the body: a small percentage have a mottled coloration instead. Some Imperial geneticists have proposed that the striped coloration of the Ziadd represent a variation of the usually invisible Blaschko's lines found in homo sapiens and may have been a recessive trait already present in [[Terra]]n Neanderthals, similar to albinism. The question is currently unresolved. |
| − | Ziadd | + | == History & Background ([[Dossier]]) == |
| + | The Ziadd possessed a complex technological [[society]] and many [[language]]s by the time they were contacted by the [[Vilani]] during the [[First Imperium]]. They expanded out to the stars during the [[Rule of Man]], carrying their diverse [[culture]] with them. | ||
| − | The | + | The main spoken language of modern Ziadd is ''[[Klatha'sh]]''. |
| − | + | [[First contact]] between [[human]]s originating in the [[Terran Confederation]] and the Ziadd occurred in [[-2176]]. | |
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| − | === Psychology & Philosophy (Mindset) === | + | === [[Psychology]] & [[Philosophy]] ([[Mindset]]) === |
| − | As a race | + | As a race the Ziadd tend to be individualistic and are often motivated by personal or family honor. Most feel a strong bond to a particular geographical area. They see the community as an ideal that has to be protected, though this is a complicated concept: it includes such things as a nomadic family, an individual community, organization or nation, or even a [[world]]. See also: ''[[Chaiklin]]''. |
Ziadd are by nature aggressive. They tend to launch into an attack, either physically or verbally, rather than looking for a peaceful solution to a problem. Tact is necessary in many situations but force is preferred. | Ziadd are by nature aggressive. They tend to launch into an attack, either physically or verbally, rather than looking for a peaceful solution to a problem. Tact is necessary in many situations but force is preferred. | ||
| − | Social status is affected by physical strength. Ziadd tend to act in a haughty manner toward those who | + | Ziadd are intensely aware that they represent some of the last of their particular branch of [[Terra]]n hominids -- their species no longer exists on [[Terra]], the ancestral [[homeworld]], except as a few fossil remains. However, their primeval "rivals", modern [[human]]s, continue to expand unchecked throughout [[Charted Space]]. |
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| + | === [[Society]] & [[Culture]] === | ||
| + | Social status is affected by physical strength. Ziadd tend to act in a haughty manner toward those who appear weaker and deferentially to those who are stronger. They are aloof towards strangers and treat them as inferiors until they have proven their worth. | ||
| + | |||
| + | Ziadd structures tend to be solid and blocky and are usually heavily decorated. Many fly flags and banners declaring allegiance and status. | ||
| + | |||
| + | The ''[[Zhi'laem Avr]]'' is a Ziadd [[paramilitary]] organization, steeped in tradition and honor, that trains [[assassin]]s. | ||
| + | |||
| + | The Ziadd have a strong drinking culture. One of the more popular beverages is a rancid-smelling beer made from [[Davizi Maize]]. | ||
=== Government & Politics (Leadership) === | === Government & Politics (Leadership) === | ||
* [[Zeda Alignment]] | * [[Zeda Alignment]] | ||
| + | * [[Zedan Cultural Region]] | ||
| + | |||
| + | === Business & Commerce === | ||
| + | * ''[[Hias'deaaq]]'' | ||
| − | == | + | == [[Astrography]] == |
| − | This race | + | This race is primarily located in the following areas: <br> |
''[[Charted Space]]:'' | ''[[Charted Space]]:'' | ||
* [[Dagudashaag Sector]] | * [[Dagudashaag Sector]] | ||
** [[Zeda Subsector]] | ** [[Zeda Subsector]] | ||
| − | === Homeworld | + | === Homeworld === |
| − | The [[homeworld]] of this race | + | The [[homeworld]] of this race is: |
| − | * | + | * {{WorldS|Zeda|Dagudashaag|0721}} |
| − | === World Listing | + | === World Listing === |
| − | Significant communities of this race | + | Significant communities of this race are known to dwell within the following [[system]]s and [[world]]s: |
{{ClusterWorlds2}} | {{ClusterWorlds2}} | ||
| − | == References & Contributors (Sources) == | + | == References & Contributors ([[Sources]]) == |
{{Intermediate}} | {{Intermediate}} | ||
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{{Sources | {{Sources | ||
| − | |S1= {{Ludography cite|name= Signal-GK 09|page=3|article=Contact: Ziadd}} | + | |S1= {{Ludography cite|name= Signal-GK 09|page=3-14|article=Contact: Ziadd}} |
| − | |S2= [[Traveller Wiki Editorial Team]] | + | |S2= {{Ludography cite|name=Encyclopaedia Dagudashaag|page=376}} |
| − | | | + | |S3= [[Traveller Wiki Editorial Team]] |
| − | | | + | |S4= Artist & Contributor: [[Tim Osbourne]] |
| − | | | + | |S5= Author & Contributor: [[Adie Stewart]] from an original concept by [[J. Duncan Law-Green]] of the {{HIWG}} |
| + | |S6= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology [[Maksim-Smelchak]] of the [[Ministry of Science]] | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category: Third Imperium races]] |
[[Category: Ziadd]] | [[Category: Ziadd]] | ||
| − | {{ | + | {{LEN|Races}} |
| + | [[Category: Guidebook to Dagudashaag Sector]] | ||
Latest revision as of 03:56, 20 December 2023
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 Homo neanderthalensis ziaddii | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Base Information | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Classification | Omnivore/gatherer | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Status | Minor Human Race | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Locomotion | Walker | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Terrain | Plains | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Body Form | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Confluence | Human | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bio-Identenoid | Humanoid | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | 1.8 meters | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 100 kg | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Culture | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Languages | Klatha'sh | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Social Structure | Balkanization | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Technological Epoch | TL:10-12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Psionic potential | Standard | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Origin World | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Homeworld location | Zeda (Dagudashaag 0721) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| UWP | B873967-C
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| Primary Star | K4 V | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Atmosphere | Standard | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Off-world presence | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Zoetic individuals | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Source | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Reference | "Contact: Ziadd." Signal-GK 09 3-14. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Canon | No | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Also see | Humaniti | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
The Ziadd of Zeda (Dagudashaag 0721) are a technologically advanced Minor Human Race with a humanoid appearance.
Description (Specifications)[edit]
The Ziadd are the only surviving Minor Human Race within the Dagudashaag Sector, the Miyavine having died off several thousand years ago.
Image Repository[edit]
- The Ziadd are descended from genetically modified Terran neanderthals.
Physiology & Environment (Ecology)[edit]
Ziadd are descended from Homo Neanderthalensis, taken from Terra by the Ancients sometime after the year -400,000. Their ancestors were transplanted to Zeda in Dagudashaag Sector. Ziadd have been extensively geneered.
Ziadd are generally mesomorphic, with thick ridges of bone above the eyes, a pronounced jaw and eyelids that exhibit an epicanthic fold, typical of Terrans of oriental descent. A transparent membrane covers the eye and the nose contains a gas permeable membrane to keep out dust. A similar membrane protects the ear. The arms are longer and more heavily muscled than those of baseline humans. The hands consist of two thick fingers and a thumb, with each digit mutually opposable. The feet end in two prehensile toes. Ziadd are extremely strong.
The head, shoulders and back are covered in a thick mane and both sexes grow extensive fine hair over their entire body. The most noticeable difference is the skin: the surface epidermis, where it is visible, is coarse and thick and helps to protect against windblown dust. In addition, Ziadd display stripes. This is as a result of the pigment melanin being concentrated in bands running across the body: a small percentage have a mottled coloration instead. Some Imperial geneticists have proposed that the striped coloration of the Ziadd represent a variation of the usually invisible Blaschko's lines found in homo sapiens and may have been a recessive trait already present in Terran Neanderthals, similar to albinism. The question is currently unresolved.
History & Background (Dossier)[edit]
The Ziadd possessed a complex technological society and many languages by the time they were contacted by the Vilani during the First Imperium. They expanded out to the stars during the Rule of Man, carrying their diverse culture with them.
The main spoken language of modern Ziadd is Klatha'sh.
First contact between humans originating in the Terran Confederation and the Ziadd occurred in -2176.
Psychology & Philosophy (Mindset)[edit]
As a race the Ziadd tend to be individualistic and are often motivated by personal or family honor. Most feel a strong bond to a particular geographical area. They see the community as an ideal that has to be protected, though this is a complicated concept: it includes such things as a nomadic family, an individual community, organization or nation, or even a world. See also: Chaiklin.
Ziadd are by nature aggressive. They tend to launch into an attack, either physically or verbally, rather than looking for a peaceful solution to a problem. Tact is necessary in many situations but force is preferred.
Ziadd are intensely aware that they represent some of the last of their particular branch of Terran hominids -- their species no longer exists on Terra, the ancestral homeworld, except as a few fossil remains. However, their primeval "rivals", modern humans, continue to expand unchecked throughout Charted Space.
Society & Culture[edit]
Social status is affected by physical strength. Ziadd tend to act in a haughty manner toward those who appear weaker and deferentially to those who are stronger. They are aloof towards strangers and treat them as inferiors until they have proven their worth.
Ziadd structures tend to be solid and blocky and are usually heavily decorated. Many fly flags and banners declaring allegiance and status.
The Zhi'laem Avr is a Ziadd paramilitary organization, steeped in tradition and honor, that trains assassins.
The Ziadd have a strong drinking culture. One of the more popular beverages is a rancid-smelling beer made from Davizi Maize.
Government & Politics (Leadership)[edit]
Business & Commerce[edit]
Astrography[edit]
This race is primarily located in the following areas:
Charted Space:
Homeworld[edit]
The homeworld of this race is:
- Zeda (Dagudashaag 0721)
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]
- Jae Campbell. "Contact: Ziadd." Signal-GK 09 (1994): 3-14.
- Jae Campbell. Encyclopaedia Dagudashaag (Signal-GK, 2017), 376.
- Traveller Wiki Editorial Team
- Artist & Contributor: Tim Osbourne
- Author & Contributor: Adie Stewart from an original concept by J. Duncan Law-Green of the HIWG
- Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology Maksim-Smelchak of the Ministry of Science