Kentra

The Kentra were a race of winged, fur-covered aliens native to the planet Orellon II. The average Kentra stood more than two meters tall, and their bodies were humanoid in form. Their large wings were bat-like in form, but were distinct from their arms. The Kentra social structure was based on the idea of nests, which were formed from extended families and local village folk. Nests were organized into clans, and clans were organized into flocks. Each flock was ultimately based on the race of Kentra which formed it. There were four specific racial groups: jungle Kentra, which were the least populous of all Kentra groups; spotted Kentra, which were nomads that lived on the plains of Orellon II; striped Kentra, known for their incredible strength and patience; and the brown folk Kentra, who lived in the lowlands at the foot of the mountain ranges. Among the Kentra, the concept of "truth" had many subtle layers, and honor was valued as highly as family. It was believed that they chose to name themselves Kentra after the arrival of Michael Tandre to Orellon II. Tandre was forced to land his ship, the Alpha Kentrum, on the planet, and he became a sort of spiritual leader for the Kentra.