Human

**Humans** are hairless mammals native to the Sol system. Originating from Earth, humans are curious and energetic creatures that have spread far beyond their system, leading them to become infamous across the galaxy. Humans have a knack for technology and are incredibly reliant on it, leading to resentment and disgust from many species. Humanity’s main allegiance is to the Galactic Union, and most colonies are governed by the Gaian Federation.

## Appearance

Humans are bipedal beings with no fur. Most of their hair is concentrated on their heads and grows from their scalps, sparingly appearing elsewhere on their bodies. Their skin is fairly smooth and varies between many shades of brown. Humans have five digits on each limb. Their eyes can naturally be any mixture of green, blue, and brown; however, due to commercial gene editing, many other colors are possible. On average, the height of a human is 6 feet.

Although not always the case, human cybernetic enhancements can be visible, and sometimes are even incorporated into fashion. Such external enhancements are more common on human colonies like Earth and Venus, as humans are less likely to be judged there. In extreme cases, entire sections of a human’s body are replaced by machinery or otherwise inorganic parts. Such individuals are often labeled “cyborgs.”

Human attire can vary from basic to extravagant depending on social status. Most humans prefer comfort over image when clothing is worn for long periods of time, and therefore most human dress is loose and plush. Generally, humans wear clothing that covers most of their center body, but depending on circumstances this can change. Due to the considerable difference in body types between human males and females, attire is almost always distinct in some way, though the type of fashion may be consistent.

Typically, human males wear clothing that is standardized and predictable, like basic shirts, sweaters, jackets, trousers, and shorts. Color, make, and design can vary wildly depending on the culture. Human female attire is typically more focused on fashion, being much more complex than its counterpart. All garments can have numerous minor differences depending on the person. Generally, blouses, skirts, dresses, and heeled shoes are worn by human females, as well as more masculine clothing like pants and shorts. Designs and patterns can vary greatly depending on culture.

## Biology

### Habitat

Humans fare best in temperate climates with abundant plant life. Earth is mostly a planet of forests and grassland plains, meaning most of the planet was habitable for humans. Humans are very adaptable to their environment due to their symbiance with technology. Rather than relying on natural characteristics, humans use tools and other creations to fit their environment to themselves. This plays hand-in-hand with their inherent stubbornness—humans are known to survive in many climates ranging from tundras to blazing savannas.

### Diet

Humans are omnivorous, meaning they feed off of both meat and plants. Humans do not require both types of food to live; in fact, a human could eat exclusively meat or exclusively plants and survive. However, most choose, as is healthiest, to balance their intake. Humans naturally prefer food that has a stronger taste. Sweet things, such as fruit and some vegetables, are very appealing to the human palette, as well as savory foods such as meat and dairy products. All humans require water to live, and three to four liters per day is the average intake.

### Reproduction

Unlike most mammals, humans do not have a yearly mating season. They will mate at any time of the year. After mating, the human embryo will incubate for 6 semesters or about 3/16 GUY. Humans are a K-specialist species, meaning they devote considerable resources and effort into their offspring. Following the gestation period, one to two humans are usually born; however, there have been recorded cases from four up to ten simultaneous births. The miscarriage rate of humans is roughly 10% to 20%, which increases slowly with age, increasing substantially past the age of 60 GUYs, when humans begin to age past their prime.

## Culture

### Behavior

Humans are bold, forward creatures with an instinctual desire for progress. Their alliance with the Galactic Union has led them to be feared and scorned by many; however, with little to no civil conflicts, they are mostly friendly and companionate. Human temperament can range all the way from sanguine to melancholic, and introverted to extroverted, depending on natural factors as well as upbringing. Humans are extremely social creatures that usually live in groups that care for each other.

Many consider humans to be untrustworthy and predatory; however, humans typically work together, even with others outside of their species. As humans are complex beings, in the past they were known for their constant war and violence among themselves. Over time, however, these have largely fizzled out. Humans are incredibly unpredictable, which makes them valuable for many aspects of work and life.

Unlike some species, humans are driven largely by emotion rather than logic or reason. It is nearly impossible for a human to act without emotions clouding their judgement. This also means that humans make most decisions based on their feelings, which can lead to positive or negative outcomes. Despite this, humans are not incapable of thinking logically—in fact, under the right conditions, humans have vast potential for reasonable choices.

Humans partake in a variety of communal celebrations and ceremonies. The most commonly celebrated events are the births and deaths of loved ones, and ceremonies known as weddings that indicate lasting commitment between two humans. Additionally, there are annual celebrations for the beginning of a new year and the anniversary of a person’s birth. Human culture also has many forms of recreation, including numerous sports, many forms of art, dance, and playing music.

### Religion

Over the course of history, humans have had tens of thousands of unique religions. Almost all human religions believe in the concept of the soul, which is the incorporeal essence of a human person, usually distinct from one’s body. Typically, human religions assert that the soul is immortal and persists after a human’s death. In these cases, the soul either goes on to an afterlife or is reincarnated as a new being. In some views, the outcome of one’s afterlife or reincarnation is determined by their actions in life.

### Technology

Human technological development is unique in the fact that they have achieved almost complete symbiosis with technology. Humans are incredibly reliant on their technology, utilizing it for every aspect of their daily life. For instance, there are very few jobs on Earth that are performed by humans, with every applicable job being automated by machines and the unified global internet.

Generally, every human will have some sort of advanced device on their person or, most commonly, as cybernetic enhancements. Human technology acts as a supplement and crutch to their consciousness, doing background work as needed and allowing the people to focus on more appealing tasks. On the galactic scale, humans are actually noticeably behind mentally and physically; however, their tech allows them to keep up with competing species.

As a result of this technological symbiance, as well as the immense economic capital on Earth due to tourism and GU funding, humans spend most of their time doing recreational and creative activities. All residents of Earth are supplied a full basic income per month by the Gaian Federation to support their needs.

### People of Importance

* Victor Chomsky
* Zacharias Smith