Ottajas

Ottajas are a fictional species originating from the planet Xylos in the Andromeda galaxy. They are known for their distinctive bioluminescent skin, which shifts in color depending on their emotional state. Physically, Ottajas are tall and slender, with four arms and large, dark eyes adapted to the low-light conditions of their homeworld. Their diet consists primarily of crystalline fungi and subterranean tubers found within Xylos's cavernous ecosystems.

The Ottajan society is structured around a communal system, with decisions made through consensus. They possess a deep understanding of xeno-botany and advanced bio-engineering, which they use to cultivate their environment and sustain their population. Ottajas communicate through a complex interplay of vocalizations, pheromones, and subtle shifts in their bioluminescence. Their technological advancements are organic in nature, favoring bio-integrated systems over mechanical ones. Historically, the Ottajas have maintained a peaceful and reclusive existence, preferring to observe the broader galactic community from afar. However, recent shifts in their planetary climate have led them to cautiously explore interstellar relations and seek potential allies.