Xenari

Xenari is a name used in science fiction to refer to one or more alien cultures, species, or settings. Because it appears in different works by different authors and creators, there is no single canonical Xenari; each portrayal adapts the concept to its narrative needs. The etymology draws on the Greek xenos, meaning foreign or stranger, which is a common source for alien-naming in speculative fiction.

In most depictions, Xenari denote intelligent non-human societies with distinctive physical forms, social structures, and technologies. Modern portrayals frequently emphasize themes such as contact and cooperation with humans, diplomacy and trade, or conflicts over resources and ideology. Advances often center on biotechnology, energy manipulation, or advanced information systems, though the specifics vary widely among works.

Xenari have appeared in novels, video games, and role-playing settings, sometimes as enigmatic outsiders and other times as sophisticated partners or rivals. The concept is used to explore broader questions about otherness, cultural exchange, ethics in interspecies interaction, and the uncertainties of first contact.

Because the term spans multiple media, readers are advised to consult the specific work for an authoritative description of the Xenari in that universe. The flexible usage has contributed to Xenari becoming a recognizable placeholder for alien civilizations in science fiction discourse.