Altairista

Altairista is a fictional species from the tabletop role-playing game Pathfinder. They are a sentient race of insectoids, known for their intricate social structures and communal living. Altairista typically inhabit subterranean environments, building complex hive-like cities carved from rock and crystal. Their physical appearance is characterized by a hard exoskeleton, multiple limbs, and compound eyes. They possess a unique form of psionic ability, which they use for communication within their colonies and for defense.

The Altairista society is highly organized, with individuals fulfilling specific roles based on their caste and abilities. Reproduction is managed communally, and the young are raised by specialized caretakers. Their culture emphasizes cooperation and the collective good above individual desires. While generally peaceful and reclusive, they can become fiercely protective of their territory and their kin when threatened. Their technology, while not always understood by other races, is often based on bio-engineering and psionic manipulation, allowing them to create tools and structures that seamlessly integrate with their natural surroundings. Encounters with other species are rare, and when they do occur, the Altairista tend to be cautious and observant, preferring to understand a situation before acting.