HOME WORLD: Sarvol
STAR SYSTEM: Drog
QUADRANT: Alpha
PHYSICAL STRUCTURE
The Luyton Death Merchants are an intimidating, technologically advanced species standing between 1.8 to 2.1 meters tall. Their bodies combine organic tissue with high-tech cybernetic implants that enhance their natural abilities. Their flesh is a deep grey, almost metallic, which seamlessly integrates with their cybernetic parts. A prominent feature is the series of flexible antennae along their spine that visibly pulse with energy and connect directly to their nervous system. These antennae play a crucial role in their situational awareness and defensive reflexes. Their eyes are a striking combination of organic and tech, with one eye adapted to switch between infrared and ultraviolet spectrums. They are often seen wearing sleek, adaptive armor that complements their combat prowess, equipped with compartments for easy access to tools or weapons.
SENSES
The Luyton Death Merchants have highly developed senses facilitated by their cybernetics. Their antennae emit and receive multispectral scanning waves, providing them with a +2 to Quickness as they can detect motion and threats instantaneously. Their enhanced eye allows perfect vision in varied light conditions by seeing across various spectrums. The ear implant grants auditory sensitivity akin to a parabolic microphone, though abrupt loud noises can overwhelm this capability.
SPEECH
Communication among the Luyton is precise and often terse, with a focus on efficiency and clarity. Their speech is typically accompanied by digital tones and clicks, with nuances often conveyed through encoded electromagnetic pulses that are perceptible within their species.
Key components of their communication include:
- Vocal Precision: Direct language focused on conveying information quickly and concisely.
- Digital Enhancements: Electromagnetic pulses serve as a secondary non-verbal layer to their communication, often imperceptible to other species.
SOCIETY AND CUSTOMS
The Luyton society revolves around the pursuit of excellence in their trade and the continuous enhancement of their cybernetic capabilities. They have a culture of contract integrity; once a commitment is made, it is followed through unerringly. They value loyalty, efficiency, and technological advancement. Enhancements are a significant status symbol within their society, with individuals constantly seeking to improve their performance and reliability.
SPECIAL ABILITIES
- Enhanced Reflexes: The interconnectedness of their antennae with their nervous system grants them a +2 Quickness.
- Multi-spectral Vision: Allows sight in infrared and ultraviolet spectrums.
- Acoustic Sensitivity: One ear is cybernetically enhanced to listen over great distances, although it can be overwhelmed by loud sounds.
- Augmented Strength: Cybernetics in one or more arms provide a +1 Physique boost for physical tasks and combat.
- Contract Fidelity: A unique psychological trait where they complete their contracts unyieldingly. Persuasion or bribery is ineffective once terms are agreed.
PHILOSOPHY
The Luyton Death Merchants believe in honor through completion of their contractual obligations. They view their work with a sense of professional pride, seeing their enhancements as both a means to achieve their objectives and as a reflection of their success. They are single-minded in their pursuit, adhering to the belief that their true value lies in their actions and results rather than words or appearances.
| RACIAL INFORMATION | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Height | 1.9 m - 2.1 m |
| Weight | 90 kg Male, 85 kg Female |
| Lifespan | 300 Years |
Luyton Death Merchant Conversion
| Trait/Ability | Traveller | Starfinder | Star Frontiers | Stars Without Number | Fate Core/Savage Worlds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enhanced Reflexes | +2 DM to Initiative/DEX | +2 to Initiative/Reflex saves | +2 Initiative, +10% DEX tasks | +2 to Initiative | Edge: Quick / Aspect: Lightning Reflexes |
| Multi-spectral Vision | Infrared/UV Vision | Darkvision (infrared, UV) 60 ft | Night Vision, See IR/UV | Night/UV Vision | Aspect: Multi-spectral Eyes |
| Acoustic Sensitivity | +2 DM to sound-based checks (overload on fail) | +2 Perception (sound), vulnerable to sonic attacks | +10% hear/notice, -10% in loud areas | Enhanced Hearing, but can be overloaded | Aspect: Parabolic Hearing (can be Compelled with loud sounds) |
| Augmented Strength | +1 DM to STR/physique | +1 to Athletics, +2 melee damage | +10% STR tasks/combat | +1 to Strength checks | Edge: Brawny / Aspect: Cybernetic Strength |
| Contract Fidelity | Cannot be bribed/persuaded out of contract | Immune to mind-affecting effects re: contracts | Immune to bribery/Charm in contracts | Morale +2 when under contract | Aspect: Unyielding (immune to social manipulation during contract) |