Konstruanto Human
People of The Digital Conclave are barely human anymore, after generations of genetic tampering. Leaner, stronger, more resistant to radiation and toxins but vulnerable to temperature changes and harsh climate, and with alarmingly shorter natural lifespans without the aid of advanced medicine, they are adapted to work together with technology but also rely on it for survival.
Konstruanto means "builder" in Esperanto, the ceremonial language of the Conclave that is regularly employed for such titles.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Human at first glance, konstruantos differ in several small details. Height averages at 1.75 meters, with very few individuals going very far in either direction. This is done to standarize one-size-fits-all armor and uniforms across the nation. They lack body hair except in their heads, and neither males nor females can grow a beard. This makes them cleaner, but vulnerable to cold temperatures. Males and females lack other notable differences, such as females not sporting significant mammaries and both usually having the same bone structure, muscular mass and facial features.
Biological Traits
Unlike Old World Humans, konstruantos are not pursuit hunters. While they are very much smart enough to follow a trail, they get tired quickly and require regular rest, so they rely on their heightened speed and strenght so a chase or a confrontation doesn't last more than their limited stamina.
Their endurance is nothing to write home about. Wounds are severely debilitating and take a long time to heal, and a broken bone will cause them to go into shock and die if not inmediately treated.
Genetics and Reproduction
Perhaps the most notable difference with humans is the presence of eggs in the reproduction cycle of konstruantos.
Fertilized cells in females result in the laying of an egg with a flexible shell after a month of development inside the body, which is then usually handed to the government for incubation. The egg grows, and eight months later, the spawn emerges or is extracted.
An upside of this is they can reproduce at a significantly highter rate than humans, but their reduced territory and high mortality in hostile enviroments keep their numbers low.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Konstruantos cannot process most complex foods. They have a hard time digesting dairy, acids, fat, alcohol, caffeine, sugar, salt, spices, or fiber. As a result, their diet avoids most of these and is in general flavorless and plain, resembling a homogeneous paste.
Additional Information
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Exclusive to Conclave settlements, which include the cities of Glory, Plaza City, Scales, The Throat and Clay, and the garrisons of Retreat, Control and Ardent Outpost.
Political dissidents, traitors, or lost personnel that couldn't find their way back may continue to exist in and around The Wilds, but as outside of the Conclave Area of Influence the medicine and technology they need to survive is nowhere to be found, their short natural lifespans would quickly catch up with them.
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
As a perhaps unintended consequence of the genetic tampering that resulted in them, many (if not most) konstruantos show signs of mild autism. Because it is so common, it's not seen as a disorder or negative condition of any kind.
Konstruantos share a special connection with technology, and display a sort of sixth sense that lets them comprehend the inner workings of all kinds of machines. In return, machines respond to them more effectively, almost anticipating what they want.
Select konstruantos also seem to have the capability to transfer electricity from their bodies into electronics by touch, recharging bateries at the cost of their own energy. A good meal and some rest are usually a necessity after doing this. However this is a skill that can be trained for greater efficiency, and proficient individuals can do it for extended periods of time.
Civilization and Culture
Naming Traditions
With some konstruantos not even knowing who their parents are, last names are randomly assigned and function as just another way to identify the individual.
Gender Ideals
Gender is a completely alien concept to them. While they do present either of two sexes and each holds a distinct role in the reproduction cycle, thats as far as differences get. Names, clothing, and social roles are completely independant.
Relationship Ideals
Formal relationships (consorts and friend clusters) are overseen and strictly regulated by the Ministry of Welfare. Informal relationships may be formed by individuals at their complete leisure.
Common Dress Code
People in the Conclave are extremely prude, usually covering themselves from head to toe in voluminous clothing. This is done both to protect against the elements and as armor against physical attacks, and because their culture strictly relegates sexual activities to the privacy of the bedroom.
Revealing outfits are asociated with The Analogic Civilizations, showing skin being to them "the clear mark of a savage".
Genetic Ancestor(s)
Scientific Name
Homo Aedifex
Lifespan
Largely reliant on their access to medicine and technology. Without it, average lifespan is 35 years. But with proper care they can reach over 100
Conservation Status
Only natives of the Conclave settlements belong to this species, and as such are on a constant fight for survival against the humans of the Analogic Civilizations, some of which would have them all wiped out
Average Height
1.75m
Related Ethnicities
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