INFO: The Multopos were sapient beings indigenous to the planet Baralou.
RACE: Multopos
HEIGHT: 1.6 to 2 Meters Tall
SKIN: Mottled gray to light green
DISTINCTION: Amphibious
LANGUAGE: Baralian, Pidgin Galactic Basic
HOMEWORLD:Baralou was the first planet of the Baralou system. It was a warm, wet world home to two native sentient species, the Krikthasi and the Multopo, along with many aquatic species and poisonous plants. The world was nearly completely covered by oceans with only several chains of small islands above water. The planet’s four moons caused violent storms and had a tremendous influence on the tides, sometimes resulting in tidal shifts of over 50 meters.
Baralou contained many mineral and natural resources. The internal pressures of the planet formed a tremendous amount and variety of gemstones. Rubies, sasho gems, kuggerags, diamonds, and jasse hearts were just a few of the gemstones that could be found on most of the islands. Most islands had a large amount of plant growth, most of which was special in two ways. First, the plants and trees had very deep reaching root systems to anchor against the tidal waves and tides. Second, most plants, including the native fruits and vegetables, bore at least traces of poison that affected most non-natives.
Baralou’s oceans teemed with aquatic life. Many primitive plants grew beneath the waters, including bestrum algae and various aquatic grasses. Brightly colored fish could be found everywhere. Some species of note were the Treppok and Grotseth.
The two native populations, both stone age cultures, did not enjoy good relations. The amphibious Multopos, while friendly to traders, were traditional enemies of the undersea dwelling Krikthasi.
The Rebel Alliance had a small presence on the Boralou in the form of Aqualis Base, which provided many foodstuffs for the Alliance.
BIOLOGY AND APPEARANCE:The Multopos are tall, muscular amphibians that populate the islands of tropical Baralou. They have a thick, moist skin (mottled gray to light green in color), with a short, but very wide torso. They have muscular legs and thin, long arms. Trailing from the forearms and legs are thick membranes that aid in swimming. Each limb has three digits.
CULTURE AND HISTORY:The most important function of the tribe is to raise more Multopos. Because of their amphibious nature, Multopos can only mate in water, and their eggs must be kept in water for the entire development period. The water-dwelling Krikthasi steal eggs for food.
The Multopos have had many positive dealings with offworlders and are peaceful in new encounters unless attacked first. They approach curious visitors and attempt to speak with them in a pidgin version of Basic.
The Multopos have quickly adapted to the galaxy's technology. About the only off-world goods Multopos care for are advanced weapons, such as blasters. While generally not a warring people, they understand the need for a good defense. The traders were more than happy to trade blasters for precious gemstones. Some Multopos tribes with blasters have actively begun hunting down Krikthasi beneath the sea.
APPEARANCES:None
SOURCES:Planets of the Galaxy, Volume One
Alien Encounters
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