Rigellian (humanoid)

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The Rigellians are a humanoid species native to the planet Rigel VII.

The majority of Rigellians bear a strong physical resemblance to humans. The species also has a warrior elite known as the Kaylar who were specially bred for generations and subsequently appear someone different to the average Rigellian generally being much larger and having fang like teeth. (EV comic: Our Dearest Blood)

[edit] History

The Rigellians are historically warlike race, which eventually matured into xenophobia, with the race shying away from being part of the galactic community and being actively hostile when they did have contact with aliens, which for a long time made Rigel VII one of the most feared planets in its sector.

However by the 23rd century, and following first contact with the Federation, much of Rigellian society came to see their history as barbaric and moved to reform there society with the aim of bringing in line with Federation standards hoping to join the larger galactic community as a federation member world. The reforms included the disbanding of the Kaylar, a controversial policy which incited a strong reaction from traditionalists which collimated in a conspiracy which went high into the Rigellian government and lead to a Kaylar coup on the eve of Rigel’s entry into the Federation and the day of the last Kaylar parade in the Rigellian Festival of Light. This resulted in Rigel VII not becoming a Federation member world as of 2254. (EV comic: Our Dearest Blood)

However the incident did shock much of Rigellian society, spurring them to continue their reformations. It was suspected that Rigel VII could quite possibly reclaim its place in the Federation. (EV comic: Nor Iron Bars a Cage)

[edit] Known Rigellians

• Etashnan
• Talza