Novilath

Novilath
Base Information
Classification
Status	Minor Race
Locomotion
Terrain
Body Form
Confluence	Semi-humanoid
Bio-Identenoid
Size
Weight
Culture
Languages	Native Language
Social Structure	Charismatic Dictator
Technological Epoch	TL:7-9
Psionic potential
Origin World
Homeworld location	Zolvuer Thull
UWP	C6778AB-7 Starport C Routine: No Construction, Major Repair, Unrefined fuel Size 6 Medium (9,600 km, 0.60g - 0.81g) Atmosphere 7 Standard (tainted) Hydrographics 7 Wet World 70% Population 8 Moderate (600 million) Government A Charismatic Dictator Law B Extreme Law (control of movement) Tech Level 7 Pre-Stellar (electronics)
Primary Star	K2 V BD
Atmosphere	Standard, Tainted
Off-world presence	Yes
Zoetic individuals	Yes
Source
Reference
Canon	No
Also see

The Novilath of Zolvuer Thull are a Minor Non-Human Race native to Dhuerorrg Sector.

• Their homeworld is located within Vatsu Subsector.
• Their technological competency is rated as sophisticated.

Description (Specifications)

Novilath have a non-humanoid body shape.

General Physiology

Novilath are oxygen breathers.

General Psychology

Novilath psychology is driven by factors common to many sophonts:

• Acquisition (stemming from the need to gather adequate nutrition),
• Preservation (derived from the need to continue their personal existence), and
• Perpetuation (the urge to continue the species).

Native Culture

• Heterogenity: A (discordant)
• Acceptance: 8 (friendly)
• Strangeness: 5 (distinct)
• Symbols: 8 (somewhat abstract)

History & Background (Dossier)

No information yet available.

Demographics

The total known population equals 600 million individuals.

Urbanization

No information yet available.

Astrography

This race is primarily located in the following areas:
Charted Space - Vargr Extents:

• Dhuerorrg Sector
  • Vatsu Subsector

Homeworld

The homeworld of this race is:

• Zolvuer Thull.

Local Technology

Zolvuer Thull possesses a Technology Level of TL–7.

• Common Communication technologies for this TL include: Early video and early satellite communication networks.
• Common Power Generation technologies for this TL include: Early fuel cells, solar energy, and geothermal power sources.
• Common Transportation technologies for this TL include:
  • Land: Improved automobiles, hovercraft, and bullet trains.
  • Water: Hydrofoils and early triphibians.
  • Air: Hang gliders and supersonic jets.
  • Space: Deep space probes and interplanetary spacecraft (System Craft).

Local Government

Zolvuer Thull is governed by a Charismatic Dictatorship. Charismatic governments justify their ability to rule by simply asserting their right to rule. Charismatic dictatorships are typically young governments, coming as a recent change, and rely on the leader(s) to supply head of government.

World Military

No information yet available.

Local Law

Zolvuer Thull has an extreme law level which covers every area of interaction. Laws are complex, detailed, and difficult to understand. Every interaction with the government requires an Advocate. Law enforcement is omnipresent and strict. Legal proceeding can take months to years to resolve and may involve dozens of people. A few worlds with this law level may be a Red Zone and others will be an Amber Zone. All objects specifically manufactured as weapons are typically regulated or prohibited (with no exception for private residences; visiting starships are only protected so long as they stay within designated starports and approach corridors). Civilian movement is rigidly controlled. Travel documents are frequently checked, and destinations must often be declared when traveling substantial distances across the world.

World Listing

Significant communities of this race are known to dwell within the following systems and worlds:

1 of 1 World articles in Novilath

Zolvuer Thull  •  

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• Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master Scout Emeritus Adie Alegoric Stewart of the IISS