Vormisids

Vormisids are a fictional extraterrestrial species originating from the planet Xylos, a world characterized by its dense, bioluminescent flora and subterranean cavern systems. They are known for their unique biology, possessing a segmented, worm-like body structure that can range from one to three meters in length. Their exoskeleton is composed of a chitinous material that provides protection and allows for efficient movement through their native environment.

Physiologically, vormisids have a decentralized nervous system, with clusters of ganglia distributed throughout their body segments, granting them a degree of independent movement in each section. They possess multiple simple eyes arranged in a ring around their anterior end, allowing for panoramic vision. Their primary mode of locomotion is peristalsis, aided by a series of small, retractable appendages along their ventral side.

Vormisids are omnivores, their diet consisting of nutrient-rich subterranean fungi, small burrowing creatures, and mineral deposits. They communicate through a complex series of vibrational pulses and pheromonal signals, undetectable by most other species. Socially, they live in communal colonies, often within large, intricately dug burrow networks. Their society is hierarchical, with a matriarchal structure led by the largest and oldest individuals. Vormisids are generally peaceful but are known to be fiercely protective of their territories and their colonies. Their technology is bio-integrated, focusing on harnessing biological processes and environmental manipulation rather than conventional mechanics.