Prophet of Bogan
OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION
- Intent: Flesh out one of the species made via my cloning program storyline
- Image Credit: Generated using Midjourney
- Canon: Mixture of Kage and Borneck with some Umbaran genes
- Permissions: N/A
- Links: Inductii Manifest
- Name: Borage
- Designation: Sentient
- Origins: Grown aboard Sventove Carriers operated by the Order of Wonosa
- Average Lifespan: 90-120 Standard Years (Cloned individuals have a noticeably shorter lifespan of around 60-70 Standard Years)
- Estimated Population: Scattered
- Description: Of a lithe and taller disposition, the Borage are a serene people with calculating demeanors who boast warm pale skin and light hair. Their eyes typically hold little to no color to them at all, making them fairly monotone in overall palette aside from their skin tones themselves. They are often rather attractive individuals, their features ranging from solid and sharp to gentle and curving in a manner that draws many second glances.
- Breathes: Type 1
- Average Height of Adults: 1.79 Meters / 5'8 Feet
- Average Length of Adults: N/A
- Skin color: Typically pale warmer colors such as yellow and orange, however some do sport ivory skin
- Hair color: Lighter colors ranging from whites, greys, and blondes to brunette at their darkest
- Distinctions: Borage sport a distinct set of colors across their bodies, their skin tones ranging from ivory complexions to warm yellows and even orange tints that compliment their light hair and eyes nicely. By and large they're all fairly attractive and it takes a relatively longer time than other similar Near-Humans before their age begins to show. They typically boast taller and lithe, athletic frames naturally. Their eyes are perhaps their most outstanding feature however, being able to see much better in dim light and even able to see in the ultraviolet spectrum.
- Races: N/A
- Force Sensitivity: Standard
- Private Eyes: Due to their Umbaran and Kage heritage, the Borage have powerful eyes that work exceptionally well in dim light and allow them to see the ultraviolet spectrum. Not only do they rarely need corrective lenses or other such measures as a result, but their greater perception easily gives them an edge over most other species in almost every applicable circumstance.
- Clarity Be Serenity: The general disposition and attitudes of the Borage tends to be that of a relaxed and calm demeanor which is hard to disturb. They have great poker faces almost by default and only through extensive needling can these faces be dropped. This extends to keeping clear heads and being able to steel their nerves even in dire circumstances, making them critical thinkers and tactful even when their lives are very much at immediate risk.
- Docile: The disposition of the Borage tend to by and large be a great advantage, however their calm and composure can at times veer to the point of excess. Of course there are exceptions, but by and large many of their kind can be rather easily cowed and dissuaded or even outright threatened without too much defiance on their part. This could be partially blamed upon their upbringing as well, being trained to follow commands throughout their whole lives, however the inherent trait responsible for this cannot be ignored either.
- Blinded by the Light: While the eyes of the Borage are impressive and intricate, this does come at the cost of a rather notable adversity to sudden bright flashes or startling illumination in dim light conditions. Their eyes aren't incapable of adjusting of course, its more so that they can become easily disoriented or overstimulated in the process of needing to make such quick adjustments in their vision.
- Diet: Omnivore
- Communication: Standard spoken languages like most sentient species, typically using Galactic Basic and Common Sith
- Technology level: Galactic Standard
- Religion/Beliefs: As with all clones of the Inductii Program, the Borage are raised and indoctrinated into the Kotsûshatul Itsu. In general though their belief and adherence tends to be more casual and subtle, comparable to a more average galactic attitude regarding religion rather than the intense faith typically sported by their siblings in faith. This isn't to say that they aren't believers in the faith of course, but rather that they can forgo zealotry for a more practical mindset far easier and more willingly than most others might. To this end they often rely on processes, proven systems, and organization in their lives instead of simple faith.
- General behavior: Given their manufactured origins the Borage don't tend to have upbringings apart from their training and indoctrination, however they do tend to form fairly close knit "familial" units with whatever siblings they share in these lessons with. These bonds are often carried into their service aboard the vessels of the Order of Wonosa, forming teams and crews which can compensate for one another's weaknesses and make their skills and talents all the more effective. This attitude of communal work and fraternity isn't limited to their own kind either as while the Borage can sometimes come off as cold or off-putting to many they can also just as easily become vital reliable parts of a diverse and varied crew. They tend to be very focused on their duties, dedicated to upholding and following the orders of their betters as that is all they've ever known. Ambition and pride are largely absent from the Borage as a people, however it isn't entirely foreign and as such some throw themselves into their work purely to elevate their own position. Although this outlook is typically regarded as distasteful and self-centered by their people.
The Borage are one of the newly made clone varieties of the Order of Wonosa through the usage of their Inductii Manifest, and as such they have yet to really make much of a mark or name for themselves within the wider galaxy. They are a cultivated and engineered blending of Kage, Borneck, and Umbaran species meant to fill the ranks of the Order's naval crews. They can function effectively in almost any role from engineer and mechanic to officer and gunner, although they don't tend to find themselves in leadership positions. By and large they have been the most receptive Inductii clones to the obedience and loyalty indoctrination programs that the Order of Wonosa makes usage of, making them a dedicated yet cowed people.
While they were meant specifically for service aboard ships, their practical mindsets and enthusiasm for work have often resulted in them drifting from the navy into administrative and logistical duties elsewhere within the Order. Particularly they've found an unintended niche within the scarce domestic and civilian apparatus of the cult, their placid and composed attitudes making them ideal for handling civic systems and soothing the furrowed brows of the citizenry that they are tasked with helping to administrate and oversee.