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-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- BASIC INFORMATION: ----------------------------------------------------------------- Official Name in Standard: Gnala National Name: Gnala Title of the Head of State: High Councilman (Council of Nobles) Title of the Head of Government: Prime Minister (loose translation) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- GEOGRAPHY/POPULATION ----------------------------------------------------------------- Quadrant/Sector/System: Xora IV Suns/Planets/Planetoids/Moons: None Population: 800 000 Capital City: Gnala City Other possible items: Race(s) of Native Sentients: 99.9% Gnalish, .01% Assorted Transients Land/Water Ratio(s) of Planets: 78/22 Largest Cities: Gnala City -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- ECONOMIC SUMMARY ----------------------------------------------------------------- Gnala's economic system remains somewhat regressive by Federation standards as a whole. While the tech level is modern, and with it the general population enjoys minimal guaranteed standards of living, real economic power and privilege is vested in the hands of a few. Largely self-sustaining, no major exports save exotic luxury goods. Limited tourism, requires local guide. While atmosphere is Class M, environment inhospitable to humanoids. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- GOVERNMENT/HISTORY ----------------------------------------------------------------- Member of Federation? Yes The Gnalish have a fully enfranchised adult population, with a graduated generationally endowed multiple vote (additional votes obtain via various rites of passage) and compulsory participation in the political process. Representatives are elected to a lower house in which is vested legislative authority. An upper house, which appears to be loosely based on a system of peerage (involving the heads of families) appoints the head of state, in whom is vested the executive authority. The upper house also has some powers of judicial review. Gnala was admitted to the Federation via results of single ballot (multiple votes disallowed) referendum and the passage of measures in both houses in the early 24th century. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- RACE/SOCIETY/CULTURE ----------------------------------------------------------------- The Gnalish homeworld (Xora IV) is a small but highly dense planet (U-238 core with lead mantle) with higher than earth gravity. It supports a plethora of lethal flora and numerous species of reptilian fauna. The Gnalish, giant 'lizard men,' are the only known sentient variety, feeding largely on the insect population. Recent missions to Xora IV confirm that it was terraformed by an ancient civilization, possibly the Iconians, who created the four planets as playgrounds for scientific study. As such, the species was genetically engineered. With a five-chambered heart, gold-based blood, and live birth, they depart significantly from the terran conception of 'reptiles,' though the description is visibly accurate. Gnalish males average well over two meters, 150 kilograms, females twenty percent smaller. Greenish-brown skin and coal black eyes are the norm with some variation expected. The species is long-lived, often approaching 325 Gnalish years. A period of revolution for Xora IV is approximately 2/3rds that of Sol III. It is worthwhile to note that this a highly xenophobic hierarchial society. It is neither strictly matriarchal nor patriarchal, though males hold most political roles. Mates give birth to two fraternal twins early in their adult years. Afterwards, their reproductive organs are sterilized, by Ancient Planetary Law. Though unconfirmed, this procedure also elements the glands fueling what in mammals is called the 'sex drive.' Culturally, males and females tend to eschew socialization with the other gender. Males are named after their fathers, while females for their mothers. All Gnalish wear orange ceremonial robes, with embroidered references to their deeds. Often, family members are distinguished by their positions. Among nobles, the oldest surviving of each are 'Lord' and 'Lady,' (language translation imprecise). An insult to any 'forebearer' for both genders is an insult to all of them. As a long-lived race, this can bring to bear the wrath of up to seven generations. Recently, an outbreak of anemia (handled by the USS QUASAR) had decimated the older population. By the time the UFP had dispatched a vessel to assist, most of the elders had passed away. CDR Ira Kane, M.D., Ph.D. Xeno-Cultural Studies Division, SF Counseling Corps. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Creator(s)/Adaptor(s) Email Address D'Maris Coffman Created for/First Use (if known): Friedman, Michael J. _Star Trek, The Next Generation: Reunion_. New York: Pocket Books, 1991. Adapted for use in alt.starfleet.rpg by D'Maris Coffman, basis for player character CDR Talligorn, M.D., Ph.D. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Please check one: __ Canonical - All rights reserved by Paramount. X__ Semi-Canonical - All rights reserved by Paramount. __ Non-Canonical - All rights reserved by companies specified: ______________________________________________________________ __ Original - All rights reserved by creator named above. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-