Mazian
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Race Overview
This amphibious being is an anomaly in the evolutionary process. The Mazian is an amorphous being, able to change shape so as to resemble other objects. Hence the nickname Changeling. It is normally a gel- like amorphous being, each cell existing as a separate entity and yet working in a harmonious symbiotic relation with the other cells around it. The Mazian has no central nervous system, rather the outer layer of skin is composed of a neuro-mesh network. This neuro-mesh is very sensitive and the Changeling's node covered body allows the Mazian to sense ground vibrations. The nodes are also extremely sensitive to sonic vibrations. Thus, sonic based attacks are deadly against the jelly balls. The blob has no internal organs, except a central ganglion mass which scientists have proven to be some kind of brain. It is an asexual being that reproduces every ten years. It eats by absorbing liquids into its body and the Mazian can absorb small objects (hand grenades included) for temporary storage. Changelings cannot see, but have evolved a complex form of sonar which allows them to distinguish shapes. They have a fantastic sense of smell, able to detect residual odors better than a bloodhound. Their sense of taste is so good that they can use it to distinguish colors. Mazians also have limited light sensitivity, this allows them to read. The Changeling's ability to change it's form makes it the ultimate espionage/infiltration specialist. As the Mazian learns to control the cell metamorphoses, its chance to accurately duplicate something increases. At high levels, a Mazian can replicate a humanoid form.
When attempting to replicate, the Changeling flows over an object, internally records the physical matrix, then copies it. Mazians often pay handsome amounts of money for Internal Flex Networks (IFN) to aid them in replicating. IFNs are flexible joint structures that can be manipulated into basic skeletal outlines. The Changeling uses the skeleton structure to enhance its ability to duplicate complicated shapes such as living creatures.
Mazian NPCs
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