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| − | |name | + | |name = Raekhsva |
| − | | | + | |image = Imperial-Sunburst-Green-wiki.png |
| − | | | + | |caption = |
| − | | | + | | |
| − | | | + | |type = Omnivore/hunter |
| − | | | + | |status = Minor Race |
| − | |code | + | |terrain = Shallows, Shore |
| − | |confluence= Non-humanoid | + | |locomotion = Walker / Swimmer |
| − | | | + | |code = Raek |
| − | | | + | | |
| − | | | + | |confluence = Non-humanoid |
| − | | | + | |typoid = Alien |
| − | | | + | |size = Large |
| − | |home | + | |weight = Average |
| − | | | + | | |
| − | | | + | |languages = Native Language |
| − | | | + | |government = Balkanization |
| − | | | + | |epoch = TL:4-6 |
| − | |multi | + | |psi = Standard |
| − | | | + | | |
| − | |ref | + | |home = [[Uel Raekhsva (world)|Uel Raekhsva]] |
| − | | | + | |uwp = D89A879-5 |
| − | | | + | |pop = 3 |
| − | | | + | |primary = F5 V |
| − | | | + | |atmo = Dense (tainted) |
| − | | | + | |multi = A few explorers |
| − | | | + | |existing = Yes |
| − | | | + | | |
| − | | | + | |ref = [[T5 Second Survey]] - [T] |
| − | + | |canon = No | |
| + | |alsosee = | ||
| + | |footnote = | ||
| + | | | ||
| + | |author = David Drazul, Robert Eaglestone | ||
| + | |era = 1105 | ||
| + | |gravity = Standard | ||
| + | |limbs = #-ped | ||
| + | |symmetry = #-ial | ||
| + | |TL = TL-8 | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | The [[Raekhsva]] are a technologically | + | The [[Raekhsva]] of [[Uel Raekhsva (world)|Uel Raekhsva]] are a semi-aquatic technologically developing [[Minor Non-Human Race]] with a unknown appearance. |
| − | + | * Their [[homeworld]] is located within [[Dokh Subsector]] of [[Tuglikki Sector]], in the [[Vargr Extents]]. | |
| − | + | * Their technological competency is rated as ''proficient''. | |
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| − | == | + | == Description ([[Specifications]]) == |
| − | + | Raekhsva are descended from [[Omnivore|omnivorous]] ocean-dwelling lifeforms that specialized in hunting. | |
| + | * Their preferred habitats are warm, fertile, food-rich oceanic shallows and shorelines. | ||
| − | === | + | === General Physiology === |
| − | + | Largely unknown. They have a [[non-humanoid]] appearance and are semi-aquatic, capable both of walking on dry land and of swimming in water. | |
| − | + | They are oxygen breathers. | |
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| − | === | + | === General Psychology === |
| − | + | Largely unknown. | |
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| − | === | + | ==== Psychology ==== |
| − | + | The Raekhsva exhibit recognized characteristics of [[Sophont|intelligence]]: | |
| + | * Conceptual thought, including abstract language. | ||
| + | * Social structure, including social organization. | ||
| + | * Tool use, allowing environmental manipulation. | ||
| + | |||
| + | Raekhsva psychology is driven by factors common to many [[sophont]]s: | ||
| + | * ''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: 7 (discordant) | ||
| + | * Acceptance: 6 (aloof) | ||
| + | * Strangeness: 5 (distinct) | ||
| + | * Symbols: 8 (somewhat abstract) | ||
| + | |||
| + | == History & Background ([[Dossier]]) == | ||
| + | [[File:Comp-Prog-Dav-R-Deitrick-Starter-Trav-Page-16 16-July-2018a.jpg|right]] | ||
| + | Little is known of this species. | ||
| + | * Accurate, verified information would be of interest to academic and commercial organizations. | ||
| + | |||
| + | The nature of their relationship with the [[Vargr]], the [[Society of Equals]], and the [[Bakne Alliance]] is uncertain. | ||
| + | |||
| + | == [[Astrography]] == | ||
| + | This race is primarily located in the following areas: <br> | ||
| + | ''[[Charted Space]] - [[Vargr Extents]]'' | ||
| + | * [[Tuglikki Sector]] | ||
| + | ** [[Dokh Subsector]] | ||
| + | |||
| + | === Homeworld === | ||
| + | [[File:Alien Moon 51b-0.jpg|250 px|right]] | ||
| + | The [[homeworld]] of this race is: | ||
| + | * [[Uel Raekhsva (world)|Uel Raekhsva]], a technologically backward [[Dense Atmosphere|tainted atmosphere]] [[water world]] dotted with volcanic islands and archipelagos. | ||
| + | * Around half the population on the [[homeworld]] consists of [[Vargr]]. | ||
| + | |||
| + | [[File:Water World Shore 01.jpg|600 px]] | ||
| + | |||
| + | === World Listing === | ||
| + | Significant communities of this race are known to dwell within the following [[system]]s and [[world]]s: | ||
{{ClusterWorlds2}} | {{ClusterWorlds2}} | ||
| − | == References & Contributors (Sources) == | + | Uel Raekhsva is part of the [[Dokh Cluster]], an important local [[astrographic feature]] and [[trade route]]. |
| + | |||
| + | [[File:Chart Dokh Cluster Basic.png|200 px]] <br> (Chart sourced from [[Traveller Map]]) | ||
| + | * Worlds lying within [[Main|the Cluster]] are highlighted in tan. | ||
| + | |||
| + | Ships and crews travelling within [[Dokh Cluster|the Cluster]] have exposed the Raekhsva to cultures, values, and technologies that have fundamentally changed their view of the universe and their place in it. Many Raekhsva are eager to leave their [[homeworld]] and explore. | ||
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| + | == References & Contributors ([[Sources]]) == | ||
{{Intermediate}} | {{Intermediate}} | ||
{{Detail}} | {{Detail}} | ||
{{Sources | {{Sources | ||
| − | |S1= | + | |S1= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master Scout Emeritus [[User: Alagoric|Adie Alegoric Stewart]] of the [[IISS]] (expanded data) |
| − | | | + | |S2= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology [[Maksim-Smelchak]] of the [[Ministry of Science]] (initially locating the reference) |
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}} | }} | ||
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category: Articles sourced from a throwaway reference]] |
| − | + | [[Category: Guidebook to Tuglikki Sector]] | |
| − | + | [[Category: Vargr Extents races]] | |
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[[Category: Raekhsva]] | [[Category: Raekhsva]] | ||
| + | [[Category: Raekhsva worlds]] | ||
| + | {{LEN|Races}} | ||
Latest revision as of 21:47, 8 July 2025
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| Classification | Omnivore/hunter | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Status | Minor Race | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Locomotion | Walker / Swimmer | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Terrain | Shallows, Shore | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Body Form | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Confluence | Non-humanoid | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bio-Identenoid | Alien | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Large | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | Average | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Culture | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Languages | Native Language | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Social Structure | Balkanization | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Technological Epoch | TL:4-6 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Psionic potential | Standard | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Origin World | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Homeworld location | Uel Raekhsva | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| UWP | D89A879-5
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| Primary Star | F5 V | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Atmosphere | Dense (tainted) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Off-world presence | A few explorers | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Zoetic individuals | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Source | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Reference | T5 Second Survey - [T] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Canon | No | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Also see | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
The Raekhsva of Uel Raekhsva are a semi-aquatic technologically developing Minor Non-Human Race with a unknown appearance.
- Their homeworld is located within Dokh Subsector of Tuglikki Sector, in the Vargr Extents.
- Their technological competency is rated as proficient.
Description (Specifications)[edit]
Raekhsva are descended from omnivorous ocean-dwelling lifeforms that specialized in hunting.
- Their preferred habitats are warm, fertile, food-rich oceanic shallows and shorelines.
General Physiology[edit]
Largely unknown. They have a non-humanoid appearance and are semi-aquatic, capable both of walking on dry land and of swimming in water.
They are oxygen breathers.
General Psychology[edit]
Largely unknown.
Psychology[edit]
The Raekhsva exhibit recognized characteristics of intelligence:
- Conceptual thought, including abstract language.
- Social structure, including social organization.
- Tool use, allowing environmental manipulation.
Raekhsva 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[edit]
- Heterogenity: 7 (discordant)
- Acceptance: 6 (aloof)
- Strangeness: 5 (distinct)
- Symbols: 8 (somewhat abstract)
History & Background (Dossier)[edit]
Little is known of this species.
- Accurate, verified information would be of interest to academic and commercial organizations.
The nature of their relationship with the Vargr, the Society of Equals, and the Bakne Alliance is uncertain.
Astrography[edit]
This race is primarily located in the following areas:
Charted Space - Vargr Extents
Homeworld[edit]
The homeworld of this race is:
- Uel Raekhsva, a technologically backward tainted atmosphere water world dotted with volcanic islands and archipelagos.
- Around half the population on the homeworld consists of Vargr.
World Listing[edit]
Significant communities of this race are known to dwell within the following systems and worlds:
Uel Raekhsva is part of the Dokh Cluster, an important local astrographic feature and trade route.
(Chart sourced from Traveller Map)
- Worlds lying within the Cluster are highlighted in tan.
Ships and crews travelling within the Cluster have exposed the Raekhsva to cultures, values, and technologies that have fundamentally changed their view of the universe and their place in it. Many Raekhsva are eager to leave their homeworld and explore.
References & Contributors (Sources)[edit]
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- Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master Scout Emeritus Adie Alegoric Stewart of the IISS (expanded data)
- Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology Maksim-Smelchak of the Ministry of Science (initially locating the reference)