Oxtus

Oxtus

Oxtii are humanoid fauna-like alien creatures. They are able to take advantage of biological spores that they eject from their body, allowing them to communicate mentally with creatures that the spores attach to from short distances. This is their sole form of communication. Some subspecies of oxtii have spores with more purposes, such as the release of specific pheromones. This species is ancient and well-adapted into Utian and Pian society, though their origins are still debated.

Oxtii function very differently based on their subspecies, sharing a powerful healing capability in common. Albeit slow, any form of natural healing capability is rare to see and very powerful, specifically that of healing DHP. The three subspecies of Oxtii allow for a better experience in a specific playstyle, but don't offer maneuverability in this sense.

Location

Oxtii claim their original residence on the planet of Oxtane, a planet in a neighboring solar system that was destroyed post their departure. They can be found wandering predominately throughout the streets of Uto, though dense populations exist in warm, floral areas of Pia.

Lifespan and Genetics

Oxtus biology resembles that of plants and fungi on Pia as well as some level of alien DNA. This allows them to use a more advanced photosynthesis called hyperphotosynthesis. Oxtii do not have gender. Rather reproduction is limited only by what subspecies each oxtii is. Reproduction is done between oxtii remotely, and all breeding must include at least one regal oxtus. Some oxtii care for and nurture their young, whereas others have been seen leaving their youth stranded. There are no recorded patterns based on location or species. Oxtii do not show signs of aging.

Background

The oxtus population has a dense oral history, though none of the claims have been considered provable yet. The reason for their planet's extinction has been lost to history, and some strong minds have claimed the oxtii lore "too convenient," as their biological composition resembles many lifeforms on Pia. This is often combatted with the presence of some alien physiology, though some chalk this up to evolution and the existence of mana. Even though Oxtane had never been officially discovered, the solar system they claimed it was within had been seen and their accounts of it prior were accurate. Some floating debris and damages show signs of what may have been a livable planet, but this conclusion is still heavily debated.

Playing an Oxtus

Oxtii are very unique in their ability to heal, having not only a self-regenerating ability, but the ability to convert water into a minor form of healing and stamina restoration. The regal oxtus is a naturally social creature and shares some basic talents that allow them to regain stamina and resist influence. The brazen oxtus has some of the most powerful combatants, and in contrast, the astute oxtus is extremely smart, having two separate heads and a heightened ability to craft and cast spells. The oxtus talent tree offers one of the only talents that allows a supply of deep health. Although this is somewhat limited, the ability of medical regeneration is quite unique. Outside of this, they also have distinctive ways of regaining both health and stamina. Each different subspecies of oxtus gains benefit from different core talents. Brazen oxtii may find the most benefit from the Warfare or Tactics trees, boosting their offensive and defensive abilities respectively. Astute oxtii may increase their potential through the Innovation and Magecraft trees, offering them abilities in the way of artifice. Regal oxtii, to contrast, are versatile and may benefit from several core talent trees. Although, one powerful specialist talent that may help them is Natural Healer, allowing them to push their healing capabilities even further. Each of the oxtii may take advantage of the Emotional Synapse specialist talent, making them capable of speaking to any creature regardless of language, including beasts and other non-verbal species. Oxtii serve not only a powerful support role, but also specialize well into several other potential roles.

Regal Oxtus

Regal oxtii, also regarded as "flower" oxtii, like you are considered the most appealing of the oxtii, aided by spores you emit that alter basic emotional chemistry. This effect is subtle, but enough to make close creatures attracted to you. To further this, regal oxtii are the only subspecies of the oxtus capable of reproduction. Based on archeological discoveries, you are also a part of the youngest subspecies. This often begs the question how oxtii reproduced before your kind came around. You have been deemed socially attractive, attentive, and a natural leader, parental even. You have a strong natural pull on sentient creatures, which is one of the reasons you are found to be so appealing. Your social abilities are your strongest abilities.

Brazen Oxtus

As a brazen oxtus, also known as the "tree" oxtus, you are passive by nature, though extremely physically capable. The term "humanoid" is loose when interpreting your figure, as your large arms aid in supporting the massive weight of your upper body, making quadrupedal walking much more efficient. You are the largest of the oxtii, and definitely the most menacing. With a large upper body and huge hands, your figure is prominent and recognizable from the quickest of glances. This does not denote the fact, though, that your terrestrial appearance allows you mild camouflage in dense brush. Like all oxtii, you omit spores to communicate, though yours also double as an intimidation agent. Your presence spikes anxiety and fear in most creatures, regardless of your intentions. In combat scenarios this may be beneficial, but it's hard to fight the fact that it gets lonely at times when everybody is afraid of you.

Astute Oxtus

You, an astute oxtus or "shroom" oxtus, are one of the most intellectual of the astute oxtii, sharing your thoughts between two segregated minds with ease. Your two powerful brains often work well in tandem and allow high-level thought processing with little effort, making you naturally intelligent. Having two heads comes with much benefit, though one of the most favorable is that you can push and pull thoughts between your two brains. This means that, even when offering or forcefully emitting your thoughts to another creature, you can control what is given based on where you've shifted those thoughts. An amount of control only left to the most brilliant of creatures, truly. Per fossil records, you share the wisdom of the eldest oxtii species. You feel almost in-touch with your ancestors, as if connected by an interwoven network of neurons. Some say that the spores you use to communicate aid with your intelligence, but you are well aware that this is not the case. Simply put, you're just a genius.