The Silicoids refer to Humans as "Bags of mostly water".
A Silicon-based life form that is able to manipulate its genetic structure at a cellular level and alter its fundamental shape.
In a distant corner of the galaxy floats Jingo Station. This massive mining space station, anchored on a colossal asteroid nearly the size of a small moon, orbits a dark sun far from the homeworld of the Nancoids.
Origin Story: The Emergence of the Nancoids
Deep within the asteroid's labyrinthine mines of Jingo Station, the Nancoids, a race of morphic beings formed from crystalline and silicoid materials, have been enslaved, their backs bent to the unforgiving task of mining out the moon's core. As bipedal giants with large, powerful arms, they possessed an extraordinary ability to reshape their bodies using organic nanites, making them masters of transformation. Their civilization flourished, mastering the art of morphing into various mechanical structures, from simple tools to grand spaceships.
Yet, these magnificent beings faced inherent limitations. Their transformations, while impressive in scope, lacked the intricacy required for complex biological forms. Each transformation was a slow, deliberate process, a dance of mass and molecular arrangement.
Fate took a dark turn when a powerful syndicate enslaved the Nancoids. Trapped within Jingo Station, their transformative abilities were exploited for mining and mechanical labor. But in the shadow of oppression, a glimmer of hope emerged as a Xeno syndicate, aware of their plight, pledged to free them.
The liberation of the Nancoids marked a turning point in their history. Released from bondage, they continued to venture beyond Jingo Station, eager to explore the galaxy and engage with other civilizations. Their imposing, rock-like forms became symbols of their enduring spirit and resilience.
As the Nancoids integrated into the galactic community, they continued to face challenges. Vulnerable to certain forms of damage and toxins, they were constantly reminded of the delicate balance between their organic core and crystalline shell.
The Nancoids focused on honing their mass absorption and transformation abilities, becoming more adept at navigating their strengths and weaknesses. Their challenges in regeneration, particularly with ceramics and organics, highlighted the unique aspects of their physiology.
The Nancoids' perception of the universe was distinct. Lacking traditional sight, they relied on a form of localized radar, a unique sensory ability that allowed them to interpret their environment in ways other races could not fathom.
A Future Unfolding
Now, as active participants in the interstellar community, the Nancoids are poised for new adventures. Their story, a tapestry of resilience, liberation, and discovery, continues to unfold as they seek to understand their place in the vast expanse of the galaxy.
Requires: . Effect: You unique nanite makeup allow you to regenerate quickly from external damage by absorbing crystalline cylinders.This allows you to regenerate Hit points at a surprising rate.
Nancoids: Morphic Alien Race
Nancoids are a unique race of morphic creatures, possessing the extraordinary ability to reshape their form. Primarily humanoid, they can transform into various structures, such as a sphere of iron or a steel box. However, their morphing abilities have limitations:
Complexity Limitations: Nancoids can create simple constructs, like a six-legged entity, but lack the finesse to replicate intricate details, such as hinges, or to mimic other creatures with high accuracy.
Mechanical Mimicry: They excel at duplicating mechanical devices, from vehicles to spaceships. They can replicate any device without complex chemical processes, as those would lead to mass loss for the creature.
Vulnerabilities: Crystalline in nature, Nancoids are susceptible to certain types of damage like shotgun blasts, which affect them more than normal bullet impacts.
Organic Core: In their natural form, Nancoids are silicoid bipedal creatures with large arms. They maintain a substantial but manageable mass to interact with other species and utilize technology like starbases and Unicore spaceships.
Morphing Abilities: Their body is composed of tiny organic nanites, allowing them to reshape into various constructs. The race's abilities focus on increasing the amount of mass they can absorb and control.
Mass and Transformation: Nancoids start with a higher base mass compared to other races (e.g., humans start with a mass of 1, representing 100 kg, while Nancoids start with a mass of 3 or 300 kg). Their transformation process is slow, roughly taking one minute to transform 10 kg of mass.
Gameplay Mechanics: The transformation speed and mass loss are subject to the discretion of the game master. Players are encouraged to be creative yet reasonable with the shapeshifting ability. Mass loss occurs when Nancoids create objects like weapons or fire projectiles.
Susceptibility to Toxins: Despite their robust form, Nancoids are vulnerable to toxic chemicals, especially if they integrate such substances into their bodies.
Racial Feats and Strengths: Their racial feats revolve around their mass manipulation capabilities, including how much they can contain, the speed of absorption, and the health benefits of assimilating different materials. They are particularly adept at absorbing and utilizing crystalline and metallic materials.
Limitations in Regeneration: Nancoids cannot absorb or use ceramics and certain organics, which limits their ability to regenerate in specific scenarios.
Sensory Abilities: They possess a form of localized radar, granting them a blind sense. This race is distinct in its perception compared to others.
Storyline Integration: Nancoids are initially enslaved within the core of the Jingo Station asteroid. Their liberation by one of the Xeno syndicates unlocks them for player use.