Qiorms

Qiorms are a fictional species originating from the planet Xylos in the Andromeda galaxy. They are characterized by their bioluminescent skin, which shifts in color depending on their mood and environmental conditions. Physically, Qiorms are bipedal, with slender builds and four prehensile limbs, two of which are typically used for locomotion and the other two for manipulation. Their heads are proportionally large, featuring compound eyes that grant them a wide field of vision and an array of sensitive olfactory sensors.

The Qiorms possess a unique form of telepathic communication, allowing them to share thoughts and emotions within a limited range. This ability plays a significant role in their social structures, which are communal and highly cooperative. They are known for their advanced understanding of bio-engineering and their ability to manipulate organic matter to create living tools and structures. Their society is driven by a philosophy of ecological balance and sustainable living, deeply ingrained in their culture and technological development.

Their diet consists primarily of specialized nutrient pastes derived from cultivated Xylosian flora. Qiorms reproduce asexually through a process of budding, where a small clone develops from a parent organism and eventually detaches. They have a relatively long lifespan, often exceeding several Earth centuries. Interactions with other species have been limited, but their diplomatic approach is generally cautious and observational.