The Fustians are a chelonian species from the planet Fust.
Biology[]
Despite being oversized turtles, Fustians are capable of moving fast. They are long lived, with 75 years being a trying age and considered a youth. Adults possess half a ton of horn on their back, though children do not grow them.
Culture and society[]
Fustians are a spacefaring culture and possess a vigorous steel-age manufacturing economy. The Fustians operate on a caste system. Individuals paint their shells with guild colors. Fustian are a relative peaceful species, never having need of a police force.
In the past youths were kept penned with the livestock until they grew a carapace to tame their irresponsibility and put into labor gangs. However changes have been promoted on channeling youthful energies more productively.
Terminology[]
- Soft One: Groaci
- cow: female
- naked-back: Human
- Sea of Torments: Hell
- Great Egg: An idom
- Youth: A child who has yet to grow a carapace.
Appearances[]
- "Aide Memoire", by Keith Laumer (1962)
- "Retief, the Long-Awaited Master", by Keith Laumer (1969) (Mentioned only)