Taercal

The Taercal are an alien species from the planet Taerca in the Stardoc Universe.

Biology
Taercal possess aquiline features and intense all-black eyes. They evolved from an avian life-form, evident from their dark-feathered derma, curved beak-mouths and, their wings. In size they are comparable to humans. In addition they are capable of procreating with humans.

Culture
The Taercal are a religious people, worshiping a series of gods. Their main temple of worship is known as Sadda's Maw, there conversation is forbidden. Vanity is regarded as a sin, thus they enforce females to shroud their heads. Most species regard them as extreme fanatics, spending their time cloister in prayer. Their speech, culture, and daily behavior is strictly governed by thousands of years of complex ritual laws.

Mannerisms aside, they regard unfurled wings to be an aggressive move.

Appearances

 * Eternity’s Row (Stardoc #5) by S.L. Viehl