Ukra-Tal

Physical Attributes The Ukra-Tal are a genetically complex species. Their DNA is a triple strand helix, which has so far defied scientific understanding. The Ukra-Tal stand approximately 13 feet tall and move by the undulation of their undersides. Their body resembles that of a slug, with a large dominant head, and between 10 and 20 small tentacles that they use as hands. Their average lifespan is thought to be about 200 years, but scientists are not sure on this. Societal Attributes The Ukra-Tal are a society of intellectuals whose main pursuits are scientific research, trade and politics. Early in their history, they developed an advanced technology of organic manipulation. This has been kept a closely guarded Ukra-Tal secret, but they are known to trade in many other technologies. The society is led by an Imperator, who is judged through scientific means to be the most intelligent and genetically advanced of the species. Internal strife is almost unheard of in the Ukra-Tal collective. History Though they are actually a very peaceful people, the Ukra-Tal have been involved in many interstellar wars since they first ventured into space. History has shown that the Ukra-Tal are rarely the aggressors and that they are usually attacked out of fear of their advanced technology. History also shows that the Ukra-Tal are not to be trifled with. Though slow to act, when they do go to war, it becomes a very serious endeavor