Lullians

Lullians are a fictional species native to the planet Xylos in the Andromeda galaxy. They are a sentient, silicon-based lifeform characterized by their crystalline exoskeletons and bioluminescent internal organs. Lullians communicate through a complex system of light pulses and resonant vibrations, which allows them to convey nuanced emotions and abstract concepts. Their society is structured around communal living and a deep respect for their planet's ecosystem. They possess a unique form of psionic ability, allowing them to subtly influence the growth of Xylos's flora and fauna, and to a limited extent, the minds of other species.

The Lullian lifecycle is characterized by a slow, deliberate growth process. They reproduce asexually through a process of budding, where a small crystalline fragment detaches from an adult and slowly develops into a new individual over several Xylosian centuries. This long gestation period contributes to their patient and contemplative nature. Their technology is organic and integrated with their environment, utilizing bio-luminescent flora for energy and cultivated crystalline structures for construction and tools. They have a history of peaceful observation and have only recently begun to engage with off-world civilizations, driven by a desire to understand the diversity of life in the cosmos.