Gendlins
Gendlins are a fictional species featured in the science fiction novel "A Fire Upon the Deep" by Vernor Vinge. They are a sapient, silicon-based life form originating from the planet Tines. Gendlins are characterized by their unique physiology and social structure, which are intrinsically linked to their environment.
Physically, Gendlins are slow-moving creatures that resemble crystalline formations or geological extrusions. They communicate through a
The social organization of Gendlins is communal and deeply interconnected. They exist in large, slow-moving collectives,
Gendlins play a significant role in the narrative of "A Fire Upon the Deep," particularly in their