Glossary

100-key gammaphone – A musical instrument originated on Trona, composed of 100 amplified keys that allow the audience to “see” the music as radiating light waves as the music intensifies.  

bauin – A dangerous and venomous fanged creature with four legs, fur, and the ability to smell fear.

chax – A chicken-like bird. 

dreyhass – A moderately large cross between a lion and a lizard. 

flouse – An elephant-like animal native to Drawx.  

gargona – A large, dragon-like creature that lays eggs which burst into flames when they hatch. Related to nezzrel. 

iduos – A double-headed canine-type animal. Usually known for having a good and an evil head.  

kaw – A bird of prey.

leonar – A catlike, tusked animal the size of a panther.   

nezzrel – A species of dragon that lives in space.  

pik – A small mouse-like creature.  

puox – A creature as tall as a horse with six legs, short gray hair (varying by shades and some variegated) with a long-snouted head. 

vex – A snake-like creature with legs that have immobilizing venom; typically red with yellow and black stripes. 

waneuel – A massive, lumbering creature that dips into atmosphere to sustain its life. Space whale. 

zaiper – Small, carnivorous fish with wide mouths.  

aurtanium – A precious metal alloy of gold and titanium exclusively used by the wealthy for decoration, clothing, armor, and more. 

biweave – An everyday cheap fabric.  

duraplast – A solid compound used for floor, wall, and furniture construction.  

durasteel – A strong metal used for building materials or ship exteriors.   

gravnets – Gravity magnets used to strap down large items in Zero-G.  

iciline – A metal and glass-like composite used to make hard, incredibly sharp blades and weapons with a cutting edge.  

permabrick – A sturdy form of brick used in basic house construction on many planets. Affordable and durable.  

permapave – A solid construct used for streets and sidewalks. Stands up to heavy wear.  

permastone – 

plastice – A basic plastic-based material for less durable, affordable use. 

plasticine – A thick, hard material for ship exteriors. 
polyplast – Extremely sturdy but flexible material with various uses.  

plyweave – An expensive laser-resistant (though not laser-proof) fabric.  

sio-glass – A fused quartz glass. 

sio-screen – A large panel of sio-glass activated with tech. Often includes an interactive screen and is used for integration with other tech, most often ship navigation and operation.  

synth-fab – Textiles used like carpets or for chair upholstery.  

blast pistol – Sends out bolts of energy similar to bullets but requires time to recharge after use. Can be set to stun.  

blast rifle – Similar to a blast pistol, it sends out bolts of energy in faster, more powerful bursts. Can also be set to stun. 

electro-cuffs (or e-cuffs) – Thin, wire cuffs that are charged with an electric current. If tampered with, they will exact a shock that grows in strength with each attempt.  

force-wave – A supersonic wave of energy. See wave rifle. 

hab-adjust – Adjusts power suit/armor for living conditions. Provides and regulates not only oxygen in space, but also heat/cool in harsher conditions.   

holoblade – A knife-like weapon that forms a high-energy field for the blade but retracts to handle when not in use.  

holosword – A sword-like weapon that forms a high-energy field for the blade but retracts to hilt when not in use.  

power suit/power armor – Suits are composed of durable material but worn for day-to-day activities. Armor is composed of weapon-resistant material and specifically created for battle situations. Each is mechanized with tech and integrated with the wearer.  

sec-bot – A lower cost bot for things like home security systems or an affordable personal security option. They are shorter and look more robotic than sec-units. Bots are issued in three classes, their complexity/skill level growing with each class.  

sec-bracelet – A thin bracelet that acts as a tracking and alert device aboard ship. 

sec-system (or sec-sys) – Ship-wide security system interconnected with sec-units, security officers, and cameras. Often offered by companies to ships under termed contracts.  

sec-unit – A higher cost option for security. Sec-units are human-looking and made from synth parts created to look like human tissue and musculature that covers android inner workings. Sec-units are issued in five classes, their complexity/skill level growing with each class. 

urion bomb – Dangerous explosive used by the military.   

wave rifle – A heavy-duty weapon that shoots a force-wave in varying levels of strength.  

med-assist – A machine most med-bays have that can perform basic to complex surgeries. Usually operated with a doctor’s supervision, but can be used by anyone with basic knowledge of the technology.  

med-bay – The infirmary of a ship. 

neo-skin – A topical agent used to treat large abrasions or burns. Like-new skin that is absorbed as the underlying skin heals. 

pain-stim or stim – An injection that numbs pain.

Faster than Light Travel (or FTL) – A type of travel achieved through portal jumps, allowing for greater distance of travel.  

nav-bot – A bot used to pilot ships and other vehicles as an “autopilot” option.  

hyper-jump – A single point jump initiated by an installed jump drive without the use of a portal or Jump Station.  

portal jump – Stabilized wormholes leading to other areas in a galaxy or to other galaxies. 

Portal Jump Station (Jump Station) – A station set up to control jumps and jump times. 

ship-minutes – A measure of time specific to spaceship travel. Necessary due to the difference in time throughout the galaxy.  

shipyard – An area where spaceships are stored. 

shuttle – A transport which travels between the planet and the spaceport on regular schedules.  

spaceport – A docking area located in planetary orbit or in near-space to a home planet for arrivals and departures.  

trav-tube – A means of travel between decks on ships and stations.   

Levels of ships  

star-class – An everyday ship owned by private citizens.  

galaxy-class – A ship issued by the galaxy fleet for military purposes.  

luxury-class – A ship for high-ranking travelers or those of wealth.  

military-class - A ship used specifically for military function.    

traveler – A type of ship for casual travelers.  

cargo – A ship for transporting goods (can have weapons capabilities). 

destroyer – A ship crafted for war/defense/offense.