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Zýk is a fictional species from the tabletop role-playing game Pathfinder. They are a sentient, bipedal race known for their insectoid appearance and innate psionic abilities. Zýk typically have chitinous exoskeletons, multiple limbs, and compound eyes. Their society is often depicted as hierarchical and focused on communal goals, with individuals often contributing to the collective consciousness of their hive or community.

Psionics are a fundamental aspect of Zýk existence, allowing them to communicate telepathically, manipulate objects with their minds, and even influence the thoughts of other creatures. This inherent mental power shapes their culture, leading to a society that values mental discipline and understanding over brute force. While they can possess a wide range of psionic powers, some common abilities include telepathy, telekinesis, and precognition.

The Zýk homeworld is not extensively detailed in Pathfinder lore, but their origins are often tied to the Astral Plane or other exotic dimensions, suggesting a connection to the more mystical and mental aspects of the game's cosmology. They are often encountered as enigmatic beings, sometimes allies, sometimes adversaries, whose motivations can be difficult for more conventional races to comprehend due to their alien mindset and psionic nature. Their appearance can vary, but common traits include mandibles, antennae, and segmented bodies.