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|name = Sword Worlder | |name = Sword Worlder | ||
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|author = Loren Wiseman | |author = Loren Wiseman | ||
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|extinct = Extant | |extinct = Extant | ||
|footnote= TBD | |footnote= TBD | ||
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|home = {{WorldS|Terra (SR 1827)|Solomani Rim|1827}} | |home = {{WorldS|Terra (SR 1827)|Solomani Rim|1827}} | ||
|image = Imperial Sunburst-Sun-IISS-Traveller.gif | |image = Imperial Sunburst-Sun-IISS-Traveller.gif | ||
|lang = TBD | |lang = TBD | ||
| + | |locomotion= Ambulatory (walker) | ||
|multi = Yes | |multi = Yes | ||
|psi = Standard | |psi = Standard | ||
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|socstrct= TBD | |socstrct= TBD | ||
|status = Ethnic Group | |status = Ethnic Group | ||
| − | |TL = TL- | + | |TL = TL-13 |
| − | |TLrange = TL: | + | |TLrange = TL:13-15 |
|type = Omnivore/gatherer | |type = Omnivore/gatherer | ||
|weight = 100.0 kg / 220.0 lbs | |weight = 100.0 kg / 220.0 lbs | ||
}} | }} | ||
The [[Sword Worlder]] are a technologically sophisticated sophont species. | The [[Sword Worlder]] are a technologically sophisticated sophont species. | ||
| − | * They are a [[Minor Human Race]] | + | * They are a [[Minor Human Race]] and a human ethnicity with a [[humanoid]] appearance. |
== Biology == | == Biology == | ||
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[[Category: GT]] | [[Category: GT]] | ||
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[[Category: Minor Human Race]] | [[Category: Minor Human Race]] | ||
[[Category: Solomani]] | [[Category: Solomani]] | ||
{{LE|Minor Race|Races|Sophont}} | {{LE|Minor Race|Races|Sophont}} | ||
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| Classification | Omnivore/gatherer | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Status | Ethnic Group | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Locomotion | Ambulatory (walker) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Bio-Identenoid | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | 1.8 m / 5'10" | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 100.0 kg / 220.0 lbs | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Culture | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Technological Epoch | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Psionic potential | Standard | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Origin World | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Homeworld location | Terra (Solomani Rim 1827) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| UWP | X000000-0
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| Primary Star | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Atmosphere | Standard | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Off-world presence | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Zoetic individuals | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Source | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 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 and 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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This list of sources was used by the Traveller Wiki Editorial Team and individual contributors to compose this article. Copyrighted material is used under license from Mongoose Publishing or by permission of the author. The page history lists all of the contributions.
- 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