Zanthors

Zanthors are a fictional species native to the planet Xylos in the Andromeda galaxy. They are a sentient, silicon-based life form characterized by their crystalline exoskeletons and bioluminescent internal organs. Zanthors communicate through a complex series of light pulses and resonant frequencies emitted from their bodies. Their average lifespan is estimated to be around 800 Earth years.

The Zanthors possess a unique biological structure that allows them to absorb ambient energy directly from their environment, eliminating the need for traditional food sources. Their societies are highly communal, with individuals often merging their consciousness for collective decision-making and knowledge sharing. This collective consciousness is facilitated by a biological network that connects all Zanthors within a settlement.

Their technological advancement focuses on energy manipulation and interdimensional travel. Zanthors have mastered the art of harnessing stellar energy and have developed methods for traversing vast cosmic distances through controlled spatial distortions. Their societal structure is hierarchical, with elders who have accumulated the most knowledge and experience holding positions of leadership. Research into Zanthors is ongoing, with xenobiologists continuing to study their complex physiology and societal intricacies.