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"They are certainly more advanced than any other race we've come across, so far. They are all unique in their own emotional, and spiritual ways." - Human philosopher, 2088 ASE.

Biology and Physiology:
The Karava are native to the rainforests of Kavos, near the eqautor. They pay homage to many of Earth's reptiles, but differ in biological differences. They have strong legs, capable of reaching speeds up to 19 - 24 miles per hour. The highest speed recorded was around 32 miles per hour. Long, tentacle-like tongues are found in their mouths. These tongues are able to probe places the Karava cannot enter, like small holes. They also have a chamelon-like ability, the tongue is able to bring prey in for digestion. To get from tree to tree, they use special wings to fly to other areas. They can retract in easily, but are not always used.

Habitat : They live mostly in the rainforests, high up in the trees of the Veh'gah islands. Some, however, prefer to live in marshy swamps, farther from the large islands. This division contributes to the 'Great Separation', that divided other tribes in two.

Behavior:  In older ages, they would make nests by building them high up in the trees, away from ground predators. They have a specialized cell under their skin called Chromatophores, giving them a camoflauge effect. They can use these cells to hunt easier, and hide better.

There is actually a different type of Karava, native to the swamp lands. They are called the Karava'tiki, who have shown not much evololution in technological standards.

Reproduction:
Male Karava have an organ called a 'Peos', containing a fluid-like substance called 'Flagos'. After the peos in inserted into the female, a litter of 5 are born 3 - 12 months later. Infants don't know how to do many things, so will have to learn over time.

Homeworld:
Their planet resides in the Haroth system, a warm F star. The star is located in the inner Tenebrarum arm, of the milky way galaxy. The planet is like a huge jungle, with beaches, swampy marshes, and deserts. Thunderstorms are a common occurence here, aswell as hurricanes.

Now, they control most of the Tenebrarum arm, more of the inner section, but less of the outer section. They have begun establishing major military bases in the middle Sciocont arm.

At the moment, they span 400,000 suns, stretching across most of the Tenebrarum arm, but only 40 reside in middle Sciocont.

Society:
Their society is based around 3 major castes.

The Royalty  :  Control most of the planet and colonies, with scholars ruling under them.

The Military :  Protect the Seven Stars Legion from other, hostile forces. There are different types, such as Ground Infantry, and Elites.

The Civilians :  Live in the main cities, along with others. Most citizens have job occupations, like Engineers, constructon workers, nurses, pilots, and geneticists.

Government:
The main allegiance of the Karava is the 'Legion of the Seven Stars', founded in 2021 ASE. They now control more territory than just seven stars, but the seven are actually part of the old Teritokos Missions, which were made to finally colonise the stars closest to them. These seven planets were observed by the telescopes orbiting Kavos. These colonies are very large cities, similar to those of the homeworld. 40 empires have been contacted, and most have been allied. Some empires, however, have caused much conflict in political standards. The most powerful and wonderous of nations is Kyria'poli city, who founded the Legion of the Seven Stars demonym. In 2088 ASE, a Karava expedition ship came in contact with another ship from unknown origin. The ship of unknown origin was from Earth, and the foreigners refered to themselves as 'The Human Race'. Later, political leaders negotiated, showing respect to eachothers culture, and even setting aside differences. These interesting beings were later allied with a new demonym, called the Eart/Kavos allegiance. They learned more about eachother over time, and began trading with eachother.

Religion:
The Karava have a major religion, called Kobolik, that many residents practice. Every year, Kobolik ceremonies are attended every year to celebrate the birth of Qua'nda.

Qua'nda, in the book of Kobolik, is said to be a giant serpent, who lived behind the sun for millions of years. Over time, Qua'nda gave birth to her children, who were the planets in the Haroth system. They believed Qua'nda was the god of everything, the sun, the moon, nature, day, and night.

On these festivals, they celebrate the day she was born, by giving out gifts, fruits, crops, and other goods.

Technology:
Jai'lak Technology : Jai'lak equipment is made by wleding certian metals together, then attachning network systems under the metal plates. They mostly use titanium, ceramic glass, copper, iron, brass, and paint. Some vehicles are used to harvest certian valuables. The harvester, for example, harvests crops, fruits, and vegetables from artificial farms. The stock is checked for diseases or foreign bacteria ounce in the machine. If any are found, they will most likely be 'extracted' from the plant. They use this same extraction for diseased organisms. It is most likely to stop an ecological disaster from occuring. Large sky ships return from other areas or colonies, re-stocking on supplies. Cities on Kovos are very spread out, so residents get around by the use of mono-trams, that have 6 cabins. housing 50 total. Colonies are always in direct contact with the home world. Using large network towers built into the center of the colony, they can easily contact the main control center at any time.

Xi'loth Technology : The Xi'loth technology are mainly used as defense or war. If another race act against Karava officials, they will fire a warning shot. They have ground infantry, sky infantry, military probes, and other classes of warships.

Warship classes:


 * 1st class - Probes - protect infiltrator ships from other ships. Unmanned


 * 2nd class - Infiltrators - infiltrate enemy cities, carry hundreds of soilders. Manned


 * 3rd class - Freights - freights are large vessels built to house 2nd class ships Manned


 * 4th class - Dreadnaughts - dreadnaughts are the largest vessels in their military, and used only in desperate times. They also house the main ruler of the Karava.