Saldols

Saldols is a fictional species of sentient insectoids originating from the planet Xylos. They are characterized by their exoskeletons, which vary in color from deep blues and greens to metallic silvers, and their multiple, compound eyes that grant them exceptional peripheral vision. Saldols possess a complex social structure, typically organized into hive-like colonies governed by a matriarch. Communication is achieved through a combination of pheromonal signals and intricate clicking sounds produced by specialized appendages.

The Xylosian environment is known for its dense, bioluminescent flora and its low gravity, which has influenced the Saldols' evolution, leading to slender, elongated limbs and a light build. Their diet consists primarily of mineral-rich fungi that grow in Xylos' subterranean caverns. Saldols are known for their meticulous craftsmanship, particularly in the construction of their crystalline dwellings, which are integrated seamlessly into the natural landscape. They are generally a peaceful species, focused on the collective well-being of their colony, though they possess defensive capabilities involving rapid bursts of speed and the ability to secrete a mildly corrosive substance. Their understanding of interspecies relations is limited, as interactions with other sentient life forms have been rare.