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The Adlapuspino are a species of saurian native to Aegyptiacus, in the southern Inner Rim of the Cyrannus Galaxy. One of the most common species in the Inner Rim, the Adlapuspino are closely related to the Cavaneu and the Tenerensis, with all three races seemingly originating with the Oikoumene, who were known to plant lifeforms across the galaxy to study their evolutionary path. Emerging from the swamps of Aegyptiacus, the Adlapuspino built colossal pyramids on the fringes of the planet's many deserts, with pyramidal designs dominating Adlapuspinan tastes.

When they achieved space flight, the people of Aegyptiacus united under the Adlapuspinan Alliance, a union of the most powerful nationstates which banded together to explore the heavens. Despite a brief conflict with Libertus explorers from the Core, the Adlapuspino have generally been content to remain within their space, giving rise to a popular misconception that they are a devious and untrustworthy species. However, though Adlapuspinan worlds such as Aegyptiacus are fiercely proud of their native culture, in recent centuries, they have welcomed an influx of alien travellers and explorers, seeking to expand on their knowledge of the galaxy by letting it come to them. During the Great Cyrannus War, most Adlapuspino were loyal to the Confederacy of Allied Systems, symbolised by the famous General Taros Cassynder, who went on to lead the Confederacy of Free Planets as its first Chancellor.

History[]

Closely related to the Cavaneu and the Tenerensis due to Oikoumene influence, the Adlapuspino evolved on the Inner Rim world of Aegyptiacus, a dry planet covered in scorching deserts and seemingly endless dune seas. Crisscrossing the deserts were small inland seas and rivers filled with fish and other marine reptiles, from which the Adlapuspino would ultimately emerge. Establishing the Adlapuspino Alliance in 5410 BNE, the proud natives of Aegyptiacus spread throughout the Inner Rim, establishing a string of influential colonies along the Algonqui Way hyperlane. The Adlapuspino first came to galactic attention in the dark age prior to the formation of the Federation of United Worlds, when a joint expedition of Libertus and Algonquin explorers came into contact with an Adlapuspinan fleet on high alert after a battle with the Thanatyrannus. A brief skirmish ensued, followed by a conflict which lasted five years between Aegyptiacus and the Core, ultimately ending in a truce. Aegyptiacus became a member of the Federation upon its formation, though remained an unfriendly place for Libertus to settle.

SGCW Battle of Cainceron

Confederate forces, consisting largely of Adlapuspino, hold their ground against advancing Imperial walkers during the Battle of Cainceron during the Second Great Cyrannus War.

With an historical mistrust of the Core Worlds, the Adlapuspino Alliance was among the first members of the United Republic of Cyrannus to break away and form the Confederacy of Allied Systems in 05 BNE, standing in opposition to Republic rule from Orbispira. When the Galactic Empire of Cyrannus was formed, the Adlapuspino government were content with the changes in the galaxy though many followed the Adlapuspino known as Taros Cassynder, who is established the Confederacy of Free Planets in opposition to the Empire. Despite the turmoil, Aegyptiacus and the rest of the core Adlapuspino worlds remained firmly in the grasp of the Empire, represented in the largely vestigial Imperial Senate by the esteemed Senator Lariat.

During the Second Great Cyrannus War, Aegyptiacus and the rest of Adlapuspino space were liberated from Imperial rule by the New Cyrannian Republic. Although many remained loyal to the Confederacy of Free Planets, free migration between the two powers ensured that the Adlapuspino were no longer divided for the first time in decades.

Characteristics[]

Biology[]

The distinguishing physical characteristic of the Adlapuspino is their impressive neural spines, long extensions of the vertebrae which emerge from its back. This "sail" is used for thermoregulation, and in mating rituals, with a large sail being considered an attractive feature among other Adlapuspino. Like their relatives, the Cavaneu and the Tenerensis, the Adlapuspino have a long and narrow skull and robust arms with three-fingered hands. In prehistoric times, the Adlapuspino used these skills for catching their favourite food, fish. They also used their huge claws to frighten away potential competition and to catch land prey when fish wasn't available.

Culture[]

The Adlapuspino are quite a secretive race, and as such, little was known about their culture and society beyond Aegyptiacus and other Adlapuspino-majority worlds. However, it was known that they often are quite similar to the culture of nearby allies, indicating that they are quite liberal, bringing in the cultures of foreign empires and species. Nevertheless, many of this great species are quite proud and arrogant of the happenings of the major galactic governments of the galaxy.

Individuals[]

Cassynder

The Confederacy will see glory again. I will not allow this Tyrómairon bloke to come out of nowhere and claim the galaxy as his!

Taros Cassynder is a male Adlapuspino who served as the founder and the first High Chancellor of the Confederacy of Free Planets. Stubborn, but wise, Cassynder is determined to revive the Confederacy after its collapse in the aftermath of the Great Cyrannus War and the formation of the Empire. One of the most potent symbols of resistance against the Empire, Cassynder later became a key ally of President Apollo during the Second Great Cyrannus War, working with his former enemy to ensure the end of the Empire and the birth of a lasting era of peace across the Cyrandia Cluster.

Starships[]

AdlapuspinoSailor
  • Name - Adlapuspino Star Sailor
  • Length - 450 metres
  • Weaponry - None

The Star Sailor is the Adlapuspino's primary method of travel and defence, despite the fact in it's base form it is devoid of any weapon systems, only a strong shield and lightning fast speeds. The Star Sailor was even used during the formation of the Galactic Empire of Cyrannus, with several accompanying Tyrómairon's fleet.

Quotes[]

Powerful members of the Confederacy. Though sometimes I distrust them.

- Zillum

They can make very good business. However, their secretive attitude sometimes gets the trade routes some trouble.

- Nondarrrt

These guys are smaller than I thought! Thought they had bigger legs!

- Koluap

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Trivia[]

  • The Adlapuspino is based on Spinosaurus, the largest known theropod dinosaur, native to Northern Africa, 112 million years ago.

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