Basu

A remarkably near-human humanoid species, the Basu stand approximately 2 meters in height while weighing a mere 70 kilograms. These tall, thin beings possess a willowy grace. Their hairless skin ranges from pale blue-green to a rich indigo, mottled with patches of darker spots at the temples, shoulders, and along the spine.

The Basu are a strange collection of contradictions. Often considered a species of thinkers and pacifists, they value decisive action and strength. They have developed weapons technology that utterly annihilates matter, leaving no trace, but will only use these weapons defensively.

Basu prize creativity and originality, but have a singularly focused artistic culture. This creates unusual seasons or fads, when nearly all forms of artistic expression take countless variations of a single theme.

The Basu are generally uninterested in the affairs of other nations and species neighboring them. The defend their own territory, but will not pursue an enemy very far.