Bahtsai

Native to the oceanic world of Keidus, the Bahtsai were a species of feline humanoids known for their strict cultural practices and strong military tradition. Visually similar to Earth cats, they also share chiropteran traits with Earth bats, such as a thin membrane in between some of their joints, as well as a two parallel throats in their neck. Bahtsai are very weak swimmers, though those living in the costal Bahtsai Empire will sometimes learn out of necessity. 
The Bahtsai originated in the snowy mountains of Kiedus, often warring with the planet's human population. At one point, a military faction that had broken off from the main civilization established an empire near an equatorial strip of islands, cultivating a culture of loyalty and freedom from attachments. Those who did not fit the strict criteria of a "loyal citizen" were deemed an "Elkanshi", a deviant or outcast. This Empire would go on to become the dominant military power of Kiedus, and, during the Convergence, the first civilization of the planet to become allies with the Nexus.
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