Skopakts

Skopakts 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 emotional state, and their six prehensile limbs. Physically, Skopakts are relatively small, averaging around 1.2 meters in height. Their heads are large and ovular, featuring two large, multifaceted eyes that allow for a wide field of vision. They possess no discernible nose or mouth, absorbing nutrients directly through their skin from a specialized atmospheric composition on Xylos.

The Skopakts are a communal species with a complex social structure. They communicate primarily through a series of light pulses emitted from their skin, supplemented by intricate gestures made with their limbs. Their society is organized into interconnected clusters, each focused on a specific area of knowledge or craft, such as xenobotany, stellar cartography, or energy manipulation. Skopakts are known for their advanced understanding of bio-engineering and their ability to integrate organic and technological elements seamlessly.

Their diet consists of atmospheric gases rich in specific trace elements, which they process through specialized internal organs. Skopakts reproduce asexually, with individuals budding off smaller versions of themselves when they reach a certain level of maturity and resource availability. They have a lifespan that is exceptionally long, often spanning several Earth centuries. Little is known about their interactions with other species, as they are rarely encountered outside of their home system.