Snovemdomas

The Snovemdomas evolved as pack-hunting predators in woods and tundra plains on a very high-gravity world. Snovemdomas are about the size of a bear, and their stocky build is deceptive since they are quick and graceful in motion. To the inhabitants of other worlds, they appear to be imposing and massive. On their own world, the Snovemdomas preyed on much larger and tougher creatures, bringing the prey down by overwhelming it with numbers and speed. Their bodies evolved strength and lightness (too much mass being detrimental in high gravity), and their bones are made of a hollow but nearly unbreakable force-distributing honeycomb lattice.

Because of the high-gravity environment on their home world they have always had to allow for greater stress in designing their dwellings and machines. Their material science is advanced and they make use of strong, light composite materials in their construction. It is in their nature to design ships that can withstand great force.

Starting Narrative

You are the Dovahmon. You are the leader of all the tribes of your people, the brave Snovemdomas.

Your people have explored all of their world. You must now lead them into the unknown. Construct vessels to take Snovemdomas to other stars, to meet the challenge of hunting grounds on other worlds.

It is written that the Snovemdomas will one day meet thinking creatures among the stars.

[peaceful climate] The Prophecies tell of a day when these peoples will look to the strength of the Snovemdomas for guidance.

[neutral climate] Heed the Song of Mandenonda, which foretells the destruction of the unwary.

[hostile climate] Fight well against those that threaten the world of your people, lest the Prophecy of Ending comes to pass.

Special Ability

Builders of Nigh-Indestructible Ships: The Snovemdomas are mighty and tough. Your ships all have double-strength hulls.