The Aanuh Ka'ri is a bioengineered race created by the Exile that reside on Neophis.
The Aanuh Ka'ri typically have sleek, humanoid forms with smooth, jet-black skin and a distinct metallic sheen. The glossy exterior of their skin is iridescent, reflecting light in subtle patterns across the surface. Often, they have small contours hinting at their ability to reshape themselves.
While their forms are generally stable, destabilization could potentially occur if one experiences extreme stress, trauma, or exposure to powerful energy fields that interfere with their ability to maintain cohesion. The consequences of such destabilization can range from minor shape inconsistencies to complete loss of physical integrity. These instances are rare and not well-documented, but they must return to their chambers for intensive recalibration. This process can take anywhere from a few hours to several days, depending on the severity of the destabilization. In extreme cases, technicians may be required to assist in the recovery process.
The Aanuh Ka'ri possess facial features that are strikingly different from humans. Their faces lack a distinct nose and are devoid of hair. Eyes are large and almond-shaped, with no visible pupils or irises. The entire eye surface appears to be a shifting, white shape that can change color based on their emotional state or environmental conditions. They have a thin, horizontal line that can expand or contract in place of a mouth. This line vibrates when they communicate, emitting their characteristic sound waves. Instead of ears, they have slight indentations on the sides of their heads, which house their advanced sound-sensing organs. The appearance of these may vary. Occasionally, faint, glowing patterns may appear on their faces, possibly related to their internal energy states or as a form of non-verbal communication.
The Aanuh Ka’ri do not reproduce by normal biological means. They use specialized bioengineering to create new individuals. This process was developed as part of the Exile's original design. Their containment chambers serve as incubators for newly developed Aanuh Ka'ri.
While the Aanuh Ka'ri can theoretically live indefinitely on Neophis due to its specialized containment chambers and maintenance facilities, their lifespan is drastically reduced when living elsewhere. Away from Neophis's sophisticated maintenance systems, an Aanuh Ka'ri's life expectancy becomes comparable to that of a human. This limitation is due to their need for regular maintenance cycles in specialized chambers to regulate and stabilize their forms, which are uniquely available on their home planet.
The Aanuh Ka'ri can shift their forms, allowing them to adapt to various environments and situations. They can alter their size from as small as a pebble to as large as a small vehicle, though maintaining extreme sizes for extended periods can be taxing. Additionally, they can modify their density to accomplish tasks such as passing through small openings or withstanding high pressure.
They can also manipulate sound waves, which they use for communication and defense. With sonic manipulation, Aanuh Ka’ri can create barriers, disrupt electronic systems, or even induce temporary paralysis in targets.
Despite their artificial origins, the Aanuh Ka'ri have developed a culture, home, and society. They primarily inhabit Neophis, an engineered planet-like structure that adapts to their unique needs. Aanuh Ka'ri require specialized living spaces to undergo regular maintenance and sustain optimal form. They do not have rooms in the traditional sense. Rather, they occupy small, compact containment chambers with energy modulators and stabilizers. They can safely "power down" within these chambers and perform necessary maintenance cycles, similar to how humans or other races sleep.
Aanuh Ka'rian attire is both regal and functional. Members of the race wear form-fitting bodysuits that accentuate their fluid shapes, adorned with intricate golden patterns reminiscent of hieroglyphs. They grace their necks with ornate collars embedded with pulsating energy lines. Headdresses are common and often incorporate advanced sensory arrays, enhancing their impressive perceptive abilities. Wristbands and anklets, crafted from polished electrum, complete their ensemble. The Aanuh Ka'ri will carry portable containment units to retreat when their form becomes unstable or they need to recharge.
Many Aanuh Ka'ri dedicate their lives to furthering the Exile's vision of peace and mutual prosperity through the responsible use of technology. They value adaptability, creativity, and continuous self-improvement. Many have integrated into various factions across the galaxy, including VISION, where their unique abilities are highly prized.
The history of the Aanuh Ka'ri dates back over 550 years, when they were created by the Exile as part of her research into matter and energy manipulation. Initially, they were designed to be subservient to the Akrulans and were viewed merely as tools to achieve Akrulan expansionist goals.