Ben 10 Quest: Alien Trivia

1.) Alien: Rad-El Snake
Species: Soldaat Mkulu

Planet: The Mkulu’s home planet, Mkuul-2, is a very warm and humid jungle planet teeming with dangerous wildlife. The Mkulu are experienced hunters that must overcome their laid back nature to survive in their harsh environment.

Culture: The Mkulu are natural born hunters that value honor above all else. They are not allowed to use their hypnotic gaze on the predators and prey that they hunt with the intention of eating. This is because the chemicals that their victims’ brains release when they are exposed to the effects of the hypnosis is highly toxic to them. Mkulu enjoy eating the brains of the creatures that they hunt. They are allowed to use their ability if it is a life or death situation though. They receive their sunglasses when they complete a rite of passage to become true warriors. Until then, they are raised and trained in massive underground burrows that protect their sensitive eyes from the harsh sunlight of their planet.

2.) Alien: Zipmunk
Species: Raskadarian

Planet: The Raskadarian home world, Yggdril 4, is a gigantic circuit board that the Raskadarians travel through freely in their energy forms. There are of course roads and designated homes that are built to contain the feedback that Raskadarians unconsciously give off. They’ve never had a problem with energy provisions, but blackouts are very common.

Culture: The Raskadarians are habitual pranksters and liars, causing their language to be built upon wordplay and subtle nuances. Their literature and motion pictures are surprisingly well developed and difficult to comprehend upon first glance. They highly value each other’s company, and tend to have large families that can reach the 100’s.

3.) Alien: Knuckle Duster
Species: Kerdos Caiman

Planet: The Kerdos Caiman’s home world, Makeb, is a rather humid swamp planet with very low visibility due to a thick fog that envelops the whole planet. The Kerdos Caiman usually don’t have any trouble finding prey, and have even been known to cannibalize one another in order to meet the needs of their absurdly fast metabolism. The Caiman that has damaged or rotted teeth is 10 times more likely to starve on Makeb, since the acquirement of fresh food is rather competitive.

Culture:The Kerdos Caiman often compete in games and contests in order to show off and attract mates. The females are usually as big, if not sometimes bigger than the average Caiman. But this is seen as a sign of beauty and good health. The average Caiman usually burns enough calories in their intense games to work off their meals from their high protein diet. A Caiman that doesn’t work or attempt to better himself is seen as the scum of his society.

4.) Alien: Dropkick
Species: Rwaddi

Planet: The Rwaddi’s home world, Gnolboros 4, is a lush jungle planet with trees the size of skyscrapers. These agile bird creatures get around by swinging with their long dangling arms and kicking off of the sturdy trees with their powerful legs. It isn’t unheard of for a Rwaddi to go their entire lives without touching the ground. It isn’t recommended either, because toxic gas covers the surface of the majority of the planet. Rwaddi commonly build huts and nests in the trees, along with rops and checkpoints to land on after leaps. Safety nets are built underneath villages in order to catch wandering chicks, the elderly and in-firmed.

Culture: The Rwaddi like to play games as they hunt for prey, using their athletic prowess to easily disable them. Gymnastics and sports are a national pastime amongst fellow Rwaddi, and there are very few that do not take part or enjoy them. Certain Rwaddi deviate from the villages and live in seclusion in order to appreciate the beauty of nature, and some do so in order to form their own tribes or villages. Rwaddi are usually very gentle and docile when they aren't playing games of a competitive nature.

5.) Alien: Thriller Whale
Species: Bolugian

Planet: The Bolugian’s home world, Byzan V, is mostly covered by boiling hot plasma water. Due to undersea volcanic eruptions, the resulting ion charges create a unique plasma activated water that can only be found on that planet. This water can be used for many things such as medicine, disinfectants, preservatives, agricultural engineering and mechanical engineering. The Bolugian’s a known for being very intelligent when it comes to biology and medicine, but they have also been known to specialize in engineering as well. Anyone who lives on Byzan V must dwell in durable submarines and colonies that are built on the seafloor.

Culture: The Bolugians are well known for their ability to produce music using their versatile sonar. It is very common for young Bolugians to form orchestras and leave their home planet to perform off world. They are explorers by heart and spend most of their time either inventing new and innovative uses for plasma activated water or scouring the sea-floor in search of treasures and old relics. Very few Bolugians stay on their homeworld for a long time, due to a majority of them partaking in voyages and pilgrimages that can last for up to 100 years sometimes.

6.) Alien: Wildfire
Species: Eczemite

Planet: Eczemites are considered some of the best hand to hand combatants in the galaxy. Some credit this to the harsh conditions of their home planet, Smolderos. Frequent volcanic eruptions and magma that flows like an endless river, has created a very hostile environment that makes it hard for even Eczemite's to survive in it. They mostly dwell in rain-forests that are elevated to avoid the dizzying heat, but they are never completely safe from sudden tragedy. Eczemites must be ready to leave their homes and find another without dallying too much. There is never a shortage of trees, for they grow faster from the seeds that are planted by the ash that falls from the sky each day. Eczemites call it the "Arborian cycle" and are very grateful for this convenient coincidence. Just living on Smolderos makes the Eczemites stronger and more durable than most aliens. The Eczemites that leave their pride in order to train their minds and bodies, take on the most harsh challenge that any of their race can partake in. They must live by floating atop a raft on the molten river, and climb the highest volcano on Smolderos. By doing so, they surpass their limits and reach enlightenment. Because of its harsh conditions, Smolderos is often called "The trial by fire."

Culture: Eczemites are famous for being powerful warriors with unshakable conviction. They do not get attached to material possessions, as they will most likely end up having to leave them in an evacuation. The leader of the pride is in charge of evacuating his pride and making sure that they are safe from harm and well fed. The hunting is done by the female Eczemites however, as the males spend much of their time watching over the pride and protecting them from sudden fires or wandering predators. A common threat amongst pride's are the lone Eczemites that wish to overthrow the leader of the pride and take everything for himself. There is always a need to remain vigilant on Smolderos, and this constant paranoia has honed their senses to their peak potential.

7.) Alien: Bloodrush
Species: Sanguinian

Planet: AB-818 is the name given to one of the largest creatures ever recorded in the known galaxy. No one is sure how it got where it was found, or what killed it. But one thing is known for sure, the bone marrow of the creature is extremely valuable. It's practically liquid gold. But extracting it is very problematic, as it is constantly being guarded by alien scavengers that wish to pick its corpse clean. The creature is so large, that it's inhabitants will be unable to pick it clean until another century passes. When that happens, we may all be confronted with a major pest problem.

Culture: Sanguinians aren't known to have much of a culture. Or maybe they do, and no one has returned to document said findings. What has been observed is their obsession with food. A single Sanguinian will eat up to 5 times his own body weight in a single day. Any less and their monstrous metabolism would consume them. Quite literally actually. Sanguinians are often very aggressive and territorial, making it difficult to observe them from anywhere within 500 meters. Their keen senses prevent researchers from getting close enough to learn anything more about their species. What we do know is that they tend to bury their young in warm areas such as burrows and the intestines of disemboweled beasts. They are also prone to biting and scraping their mates and relatives. This is thought to be an intimate practice or ritual that they perform as a display of affection. There is much infighting amongst Sanguinians, as food in certain territories can tend to grow scarce. And the only way for a starving Sanguinian to feed himself would be steal food from another's territory. Sanguinians usually tend to wait for their meat to become "ripe", as they prefer rotted meat. They usually wait for their prey to slowly die, which grants desperate Sanguinians the opportunity to steal food from one another. More often than not, this has been the cause in many gory squabbles. These violent creatures will most likely move on to another large source of food once they have exhausted the resources of AB-818

8.) Alien: Vertigoat
Species: Oreamnos Ibex

Planet: Zebilia Prime is home to the Oreamnos Ibex, and the tallest mountain in the galaxy. The living conditions on said mountain are horrid, due to the toxic runoff that accumulates from the eroded rocks. Oreamnos at the bottom suffer greatly from malnutrition and illness. Those unable to climb will quickly be left behind, such as the elderly and infirmed. The planet is plagued by deadly and unpredictable lighting storms that have caused many of these creatures to fall to their deaths. But they have also created rare crystal formations that are essential to the survival of Oreamnos that dwell closer to the peak of the mountain. These crystals are able to redirect the energy that's released from lightning strikes. The mineral is thought to be somewhat similar to the organic composition of Crystalsapiens.

Culture: Oreamnos are well known for their tendency to climb onto tall structures, no matter the risk. If it were not for their gravity altering horns, they would have long died out as a species. They enjoy adorning their horns with beautiful trinkets and wrestling with one another. Their violent horn clashes can cause unstable structures to collapse, as they greatly increase their weight when they lock horns. These clashes are mostly avoided on Zebilia Prime, as that would cause their beloved mountain to weaken structurally. And if there is anything the vehemently believe in, it is the sanctity of tall objects. They have even been known to worship them. Most Oreamnos split off into tribes or hunting groups in order to survive and thrive. However, there are a few who live alone due to them being abandoned by their tribe. Oreamnos' main source of food are crystal skitters(Beetles that form minerals on their back), and rock eaters(Large avian creatures that dwell on the mountain as well.

9.) Alien: Snotrocket
Species: Gazuntite

Planet: Patho-Genus is cesspool of bacteria and vile disease. None dare to come close to it, as they would most likely never make it out of orbit without contracting a flesh eating virus of some sort. The only ones that are immune to these diseases are the creatures that thrive in the toxic wasteland. Most of the creatures that dwell on this planet feed on bacteria vegetation. The only predators being the "antibodies". These antibodies are immune to the bacteria that infects their planet, and are able to eliminate any and all germs on contact. Even the essential ones. It is theorized that these Antibodies came into existence through illegal genetic experimentation. The goal was to create a species that hated any and all things unclean, and would cleanse Patho-Genus of its infectious diseases. Well, they got what they wanted, but they had forgotten just how filthy us living creatures are.

Culture: Gazuntites are known for being gentle and docile creatures that do not wish to disturb the fragile balance of filth that permeates their planet. Their only known enemies are the Antibodies, who they are at constant war with. Each of them have roles assigned to them that they must carry out their entire lives, and these influence nick names that they address each other by. Such as a miner named "Digger", a hunter named Forager, or a know-it-all named "Brainy". Their village is under constant threat of being invaded by the Antibodies, so they must hide it within the thick fog of their swamps.

10.) Alien: Spin Cycle
Species: Gyroid

Planet: Carpathia is a desert planet with two suns and unnaturally dry air. This makes life very harsh for the Gyroid, as they must travel through the sand seeking water deposits in order to remain hydrated. They rarely come up to the surface, as the acidic rain would harm them. Instead, they reside within underground tunnels, filled with stalactites that filter the acidic water and slowly drop them into pools for further treatment. This is the only way for the Gyroids to survive under such harsh conditions. Carpathia possesses an unusually strong magnetic pull that has caused many crashes for unfortunate passengers and pilots. The surface is mostly populated by slow moving creatures with thick hides, while the underground tunnels are infested with what the Gyroids call "Mush worms". These slimy creatures are the main source of food for the Gyroids, and luckily for them, they infest nearly every inch of the planet. If a Gyroid were to exist in a humid or moist environment, they would reach their peak physical potential.

Culture: Gyroid's eyes have adapted to seeing without the use of much natural light, and they possess a layer that protects their eyes from the course sand that they swim through. It is not unusual for a Gyroid to spend most of their life digging for water deposits and resources from crashed vessels. So long as Gyroid is properly fed and nourished, they do not need to stop moving at all. They are scavengers at heart, and they enjoy weaving tales of whimsy from the relics that they collect from their excursions.

11.) Alien: Snapdragon
Species: Byrophytian

Planet: Formenos 5 is a gas giant that is strictly off limits for explorers, scientists, and smugglers alike. This is due to its highly toxic atmosphere and ferocious wildlife. However, the most dangerous predator on this planet would have to be the omnivorous Byrophytian. Its cunning is only matched by its uncanny ability to freely manipulate his body and the surrounding plant-life. The planet's atmosphere is very similar to that of Methanos, due the toxic gases and swamp-like terrain. There have been rumors that dwellers of the underground dump corpses on this planet to make sure that they will never be seen again. But this rumor is unconfirmed, because no one dares to set foot on this planet to confirm it.

Culture: Byrophytians aren't known to have much of a culture outside of their insatiable hunger. They aren't known to be a social species, as they only concern themselves with survival, and everything else is trivial at the end of the day. Everything they eat are converted into nutrients that enable them to grow even larger and stave off decay. A well fed Byrophytian can expect to live up to 300 years, but a malnourished one will slowly whither away and crumble into a substance that nourishes the soil in the wetlands that make up 45% of the planet's surface.

12.) Alien: Bat-a-Boom
Species: Volm Chiropteran

Planet: Volm can't truly be considered a planet. It's more like an extremely large meteor, with expansive and needlessly complex cave systems carve into it. The inside of these caves receive very little natural light, so the Volm Chiropterans use echolocation to navigate the treacherous terrain. These creatures have managed to dig tunnels by using their natural ability to ignite a flammable substance that they excrete from their palms. There are also other creatures that dwell in these caves, but the lack of light, pressure from the caves and extreme cold have deformed them enough to give them rather grotesque appearances.

Culture: Volm Chiropteran's culture is extremely difficult to document, due to the lack of light in their caves. But they seem to have strong familial bonds and a pack mentality. Infighting between them is very rare, and conflicts are quickly resolved through communications. They sleep upside-down from the cave's ceiling, and usually feast on the mushrooms and moss that grow on the cave floor. Despite their terrifying appearance and voices, they are quite gentle creatures, prone to avoiding conflict more often than not.

13.) Alien: Hack N'Slash
Species: Ormerowon

Planet: Anur Ormerow exists within the Anur system, a recently discovered sector that has yet to be explored thoroughly. This planet is a cold, craggy desert that receives little to no sunlight or heat. The only way for its residents, the Ormerowons, to remain warm is by burying themselves in the ground when they rest. For an unknown reason, the ground is almost always covered in a thick fog that reaches up to the Ormerowon's ankles(And sometimes their knees!). This makes traveling by foot very dangerous, as most Ormerowon's are prone to tripping over unseen hazards.

Culture: Ormerowons are unable to talk, but they have created a language and alphabet based on hand gestures and expressions. Their culture is sculpted around that of the early primitive man in the Paleolithic era. They take pride in their ability to hunt and provide for their tribes, and their regenerative abilities make casualties a very minor issue during dangerous hunts. The wildlife on Anur Ormerow are slowly decaying as well, but the reason for this is unknown. The Ormerowon's average life expectancy is currently 68 years.

14.) Alien: Fourcast
Species: Theolodite

Planet: Thesulia is difficult to observe, due to the high levels of magnetic interference from the planet's absurdly strong magnetosphere. We've assumed that Thesulia has a hyperactive internal dynamo(or molten core), which would be the source of the planet's magnetic field. But this magnetic barrier could possibly be protecting the planet and its inhabitants. By observing the planet's rotation rate, convection rates and the tests that returned from the Magnetohydrodynamic(or MHD) studies, we've gathered enough information to assume that this barrier is actually being stretched in multiple directions. It appears to move based on the solar wind activity from the 3 suns that surround the planet. The powerful magnetic barrier helps to deflect and scatter the solar particles that would otherwise be devastating to the Theodolite's ecosystem and inhabitants. We were unsure as to how this was happening, until we observed a Theolodite measuring and predicting the solar wind activity outside of his planet's atmosphere. It would appear that they have found a way to manipulate their planet's magnetic field by altering the rate of convection(Conducting heat due to bulk movement of molecules in gases) and MHD activity in their planet's core. This would most likely cause their planet to heat up considerably, regardless of the lack of solar particles heating up their atmosphere. Their weather seems to be erratic, due to the constantly shifting climates, and their bodies of water seem to be conducting insane amounts of heat. Living on this planet would be near fatal for most species.

Culture: Theolodite's spend the majority of their lives in containment suits that are weather proof and highly resistant to radiation. Despite them being cooped up in those stuffy suits, they are a very emotional and expressive people. Some have been observed to create miniature thunderclouds when they are upset or deeply saddened. While other choose to emote through the use of their helmet's digital display. Their civilization is shockingly similar to that of Earth's, but with more of a Retrofuturistic vibe. They are a very warm and friendly society of creatures that live in blissful ignorance within the confines of their powerful magnetic field.

15.) Alien: Gravelanche
Species: Valido Mor'tar

Planet: Cementos is a rather marvelous planet of unexpected beauty. By itself it is quite bland and lacking in detail, but the presence of the Valido Mor'tar have made into a work of art. Due to their ability to liquify and rapidly solidify the earth, they can easily create complex structures and patterns, which often lead to works of architectural genius. My stay was brief, but the sights that I had seen on that planet were unlike anything I had ever experienced before. I had witnessed impossible, indescribable spires and castles that reached to the very heavens themselves. And what's more, some of the buildings and structures seemed to be alive. Living, thinking structures! The otherwise gray and drab planet had been painted and redesigned by its residents, as the planet also produced natural dyes for them to use. Had I not been on a tight schedule, I would have liked to stay longer.

Culture: The Valido Mor'tar are incapable of reproducing by natural means, so they often create their own offspring, molding them in their own image. It was previously unknown as to how this was accomplished, but it is likely that they are forged from naturally grown minerals from the planet's underground deposits. Despite the creative freedom that the Valido take in their planet's structure, they are forbidden to alter the "bedrock", which is what they call the very foundation of the land they wall upon. Only a select few are authorized to tamper with the structure of the planet's depths. War and conquest is not unknown to Cementos' people, and they are likely to last for hundreds of years, if not centuries. After all, direct confrontation is the only way that the Valido know how to solve problems.

16.) Alien: Storm Drain
Species: Golgathian

Planet: The Golgathians are native to Byzan V, the home planet of the Bolugians. Due to the toxic nature of the ocean depths, it is very rarely explored by researchers, let alone Byzan V's native species. But if you go deep enough, you'll find something spectacular! A gargantuan race of slumbering giants liter the ocean floor, soaking up the algae and decomposing particles as they breathe. This is thought to be some sort of method of filter feeding. The Golgathians have also been observed to absorb harmful bacteria into their bodies and use it as nourishment. Images from our drones have also shown that they can harmlessly absorb garbage, debris and flotsam with little to no effort. The existence of these creatures confirms a theory of mine, but it does lead to quite a few disturbing implications. Since Byzan V doesn't have a moon or natural satellite, it was always thought to be unusual that it's ocean would have such powerful waves. But...what if there were a massive creature lurking beneath the wave, pushing and pulling the tide with nothing but subtle movements and its breath alone. My staff rejected the idea and claimed that there would need to be more than one of these mythical monsters lurking below the Bolugians. Soon after, out drones picked up unusual seismic activity from a massive oceanic trench. The data we recovered was quite valuable, but we had not recovered any of the drones that were sent into the trench.

Culture: Golgathians are well known for their short tempers and lack of tolerance, as they will often fly into fits of blind rage upon having their slumber interrupted. The locals refer to them as "tantrums". They are usually roused by sudden undersea volcanic eruptions and the occasional careless mistake of the natives. As long as one is careful and considerate of them and the fragile balance of their ecosystem, they will not cause any harm to Byzan V's native species. In fact, they have often been used to defend the Bolugians, since their emotions are particularly easy for the Bolugians to manipulate. Golgathians tend to travel in packs, as they are mysteriously drawn to one another. One would think that grouping up in pairs would make it much harder for them to absorb a sufficient amount of nourishment. Perhaps it gives them some level of comfort to sleep next to another one of their kind.

17.) Alien: Septic Shock
Species: Basura Lixo

Planet: This particular species has no native planet, as there is only one existing member of its species. It is currently being held in a containment facility on Galvan Prime for further study. Access to this facility to approximately 8 months to acquire.

Origin: This creature was created from the illegal dumping of experimental and highly toxic chemicals on Zebhest. Special Agent Kilik was dispatched to investigate the issue, and brought the parties responsible to justice(non-lethally of course). However, the damage had already been done to the ecosystem of the lake that was being used as a dumping site. The animals that resided in or around the area were either horribly mutated or killed by the toxic chemicals that they had been subjected to. During the cleanup process, a hazmat specialist discovered a particularly unusual creature residing in the lake. It displayed no sign of hostility or malice, yet it's containment was swift and decisive. Several of the specialists that were exposed to the creature for a prolonged period of time quickly became sick, or developed a rather serious medical issue. These details are to be kept from the creature, as we were told that the news would upset it.

Culture: After being transported to the Galvan facility with haste, the scientists began to study the creature in a rather stale and colorless environment. The Basura Lixo was described as being visibly bothered by its unusual surroundings and the tiny creatures that observed it with a cold scrutiny. Accommodations were requested, approved and made to add a level of comfort and familiarity to its cell. Various forms of entertainment were added to keep the creature from throwing tantrums, to which it was quite prone to. At some point, the researchers tried to hide behind two-way glass in order to avoid upsetting the creature, but it ended up having quite the adverse effect instead. The creature began to yearn for their appearance. His tiny observers were most likely the closest thing it had to parents, with the specially crafted stuffed animals being its only friends. Accommodations have been formally requested to allow for periodic visits into the creature's cell. Approval for such requests are currently pending.

18.) Alien: Whacker Mole
Species: Cephalo-cub

Planet: The planet of Tarbela was previously unexplored due to the belief that it held very little biological diversity. It's native species, the Cephalo-cubs are a sort of chimera-like race that takes the best attributes from several other mammalian species that are native to Earth. Due to the fact that their planet is mostly covered in water, they spend most of their time building dams and expanding their territory via river towns. We hadn't expected to discover anything of significance on our expedition, but we were soon proven wrong. One by one, several of our crew members disappeared under mysterious circumstances. When we asked the natives about it, they quickly diffused the situation with humor and gave us a vague warning of the planet's "other native species". As this piqued our curiosity even further, we set up several aquatic drones to monitor the area, only for them to be swiftly removed with an uncanny precision. At first, we suspected the Cephalo-cubs of sabotaging our research, but we were forced to revoke our accusations when we had discovered the footage that was saved to our cloud servers. Dwelling underneath the rushing river was another breed of Cephalopod, but this one was quite different from our friendly neighbors. They were capable of changing their, shape, skin-tone and even mimicking voices they had heard once before. By utilizing this highly advanced hunting tactic, the predators had been terrorizing the Cephalo-cubs for centuries. When we asked the natives how they dealt with their natural predators, one of them simply responded by diving straight into raging rapids below, dragging it ashore with its teeth, and beating it with a crudely made weapon. After a few "whacks" from the natives and several of their children, the Cephalopod ceased any and all movement. It was rather interesting to witness these creatures take such a lighthearted approach to every problem they encountered. Perhaps this planet is worth observing after all.

Culture: Cephalo-cubs spend most of their lives dwelling in small river towns that have been hand crafted with a very strong oak resin. Their main source of food appears to be fish(obviously), but their methods of catching them differ greatly. Some of them dive directly into the river to catch their prey, while others use nets and harpoons. It would seem that there are other sources of food available to the Cephalo-cubs, such as the mammalian and avian creatures that dwell on the planet. However, they appeared uninterested in hunting them for food or sport. In fact, they acted as if they were offended that we would even consider such a thing. The Cephalo-cubs favorite pastime usually involves sailing, fishing, play-fighting and casually chatting amongst one another. Many of them consider themselves comedians, but their repeated efforts to make us laugh over the period of 2 months has pushed us to cut our trip short for the time-being. We fully intend to return to Tarbela after a well-earned vacation.

19.) Alien: Amalgamech
Species: Sequinite

Planet: The Sequinite's native planet is G'Attai, which appears to be in the middle of its Jurassic period. The planet possesses a single supercontinent, much like Earth's Pangea. G'Attai's normal temperature usually doesn't fall below 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and is primarily populated by mechanical animals. Environmental hazards include tar pits, geysers, volcanoes, electrical storms and meteors. It is currently unknown as to how the Sequinites were originally created, but we believe that our research will help us to learn more in the future.

Culture: Sequinites reproduce by combining with their siblings and locating a proper mate. Usually, Sequinite siblings are almost always the same gender to avoid difficulty with mating with the opposite sex. However, there have been documented cases of mixed gender Sequinite siblings. This unnatural phenomenon has been labeled as a deformity. And yet, there is another imminent danger that threatens the Sequinite community.

If one of their siblings perishes, they are no longer capable of merging together, which has a severe negative impact on the birth rate of all Sequinites. In recent years, tar pits and predators have claimed more Sequinite lives than old age, rendering them unable to reproduce or merge. But as unlikely as the event may be, it is possible for Sequinite siblings to adopt an unrelated Sequinite into their family. Due to this unnatural occurance, it is speculated that a strong bond between siblings is a prerquisite for Sequinite's to merge.

20.) Alien: Monitor Lizard
Planet: Mon Zilla is a peculiar planet with even stranger weather conditions. It's environments predominantly consist of lush rainforests and arid deserts. But instead of being nourished by rainwater, the forest is instead bathed in a soap-like substance that reflects light. And depending on the angle at which the light hits it, the soap-like substance can make solid objects appear to be invisible. This is also partially caused by the resin that the trees of Mon Zilla produce in great quantities. With the mixture of these two substances, Mon Zilla's rainforests appear to be completely invisible to the naked eye, making it a very dangerous place for most species to dwell.

Culture: The Gyik Yenlui thrive as the dominant species of Mon Zilla. They are surprisingly intelligent, and have the ability to perceive objects in multiple different color spectrums. Combined with their ability to sense slight changes in the air around them, they remain one of the most vigilant and perceptive species when it comes to hunting.

Gyik Yenlui are commonly known to show the most basic of emotions, the most common being fear and aggression. Though, they have been known to care for their young for about 4-6 months, there have also been several accounts of people keeping Gyik Yenlui as pets. Most of them end in the owner being eaten alive, but some seem to have developed a genuine bond with their companions. Although, this is most likely due to them being fed, groomed and pet regularly.

21.) Alien: Shinobloom
Species: Spridgen
Planet: Ghirlanda is a seemingly peaceful planet at first glance. It is a lush jungle planet teeming with life, and blessed with optimal weather conditions to support said life. However, after visiting this beautiful planet, we were quick to learn that Ghirlanda had no herbivores. Nearly every plant and mammal were extremely deadly and omnivorous. Each creature survives by absorbing the nutrients of their prey, leaving only a dried husk to be absorbed by the surrounding vegetation. It was not uncommon to come across a massive pile of corpses while walking through the planet's jungle. We assume that they were the gruesome aftermath of a slaughter or an ambush of some sort. However, we paid it no mind. The vegetation would quickly consume their corpses and repeat the cycle of slaughter once more. Many lab assistants were lost during our trip to Ghirlanda, as well as much of our equipment that we use to document and observe the environments on foreign planets. But it wasn't until I'd lost my eighth companion that I'd discovered the true nature of Ghirlanda. We weren't there to thrive or prosper, and neither were the creatures native to the planet. We were simply there to feed the planet, whether we liked it or not. And now that I've returned from my trip with vivid visions of gore burned into my mind, I feel as if I have a duty to update the information we have on the planet. My colleagues have been calling me insane for my wild claims, and I've been suspended for several weeks. For years, they would continue to ridicule the conclusion of my report: "Ghirlanda is the ultimate predator".

Culture: During my time on Ghirlanda, I came across a village of organic beings known as the Spridgen. At first I was unsure if they were sentient, due to them standing completely still, like scarecrows. But it wasn't until I took a step too far that I found a razor sharp leaf embedded in the ground before me. It was thrown at a speed much faster than my eyes could perceive, and I got the impression that I wasn't welcome in their village. They had allowed me to observe them from afar, and I received a plethora of valuable data as a result. Spridgen rarely speak with one another, but instead manage to telepathically communicate with members of their own species. Among the predatory races that are native to Ghirlanda, they are clearly the most civilized. The harsh environment of their planet has allowed them to hone their physical abilities and develop natural defenses for their village. I was not allowed to follow the Spridgen when they went out to hunt, but on one occasion, one of them seemed to perish during the hunt. His body was buried beneath a tall and mighty tree in the middle of their village, and I got to witness a ritual of some sort before the creature's corpse was absorbed into the tree. It's interesting to note that the Spridgen made use of bio-luminescent light in the process of this ritual, due to the fact that the environment reacts violently to the presence of fire. During my stay on the outskirts of the village, I was constantly being watched by a guard of some sort. I appreciated the silence of the Spridgen, and I developed a deep appreciation for their customs. But during my departure, I swear I could have seen the guard waving at me with his leaf-like hands. If I ever return to this wretched planet, it will be to witness their majesty once more.

22.)Splash Damage
Species: Elasmo Vortera

Planet: On the big blue planet on Gnathos, 85% of its surface is covered in water. From abysmally deep trenches to volatile undersea volcanoes, the geography of the ocean floor is as diverse as it is treacherous. Oddly enough though, storms and anomalous weather is a rarity on Gnathos. During our expedition, we never spotted a wave that reached anything higher than 2(or possibly 3) meters. Even during the planet's lunar phases, the weather doesn’t change much at all. The ocean appears serene and clean, with very little disruption to its surface tension. However, this is most likely what causes the untimely demise of anyone foolish enough to step foot in the waters of Gnathos. For beneath those tepid waves, lies a bloodbath beyond the likes of anyone’s wildest imagination.

Culture: Due to the footage that our drones caught, we realized why the ocean is so blue on Gnathos. It is the color of the Gnathian’s blood. Each and every species has blood that ranges from bluish green to a vibrant azure. And by spilling this blood, the ocean maintains its crystal clear shine. As for the bodies, they’ve been shown to never float up towards the surface. Instead, we managed to spot a mass of mangled corpses sinking towards the ocean’s depths, where some other nightmarish creature feeds on the leftovers. During both of Gnathos’ solar and lunar phases, this brutal free for all feeding frenzy continues endlessly. However, at the end of each of their months, the semi-aquatic creatures climb onto a nearby island and arrange a celebration, where they drink alcoholic beverages, make merry and fast together for 3 days. During this celebration, no form of predation occurs above or below land. But once this celebration is over, they go right back to cannibalizing one another. The culture of the Elasmo Vortera truly is an anomaly.

23.)Eruptile
Species: Fragbufo

Planet: Out of every planet that me and my team have been to, Obsidi has to be the most unbearable. The unstable ground is erupting constantly, the lakes flow with magma, the sky rains down sulfur and ash, and the planet’s core acts as a cold fusion engine that runs off of the byproducts that seep through the craggy and molten earth. Accurate readings are difficult to record due to the extreme weather conditions. We’ve already lost 4 drones and twice as many researchers to this wretched rock. I’ve already sent my request to end the  expedition early, but I have yet to hear back from my benefactor.

Culture: The Fragbufo are a playful and simple species. They only have one natural predator(Lava Wyrm), but they do not acknowledge it as such. Any risk to their life is treated as another game, and they do not spend much time mourning for their dead. It’s almost as if they realize that experiencing loss and hardship is a natural byproduct of their environment. Their favorite pastimes include(but are not limited to) creating tunnels, swimming through molten rock, crushing sizable stones with their powerful jaws, and rolling into each other at high speeds. However, the Frabufo’s friendly nature does not denote their deadly capabilities, as one researcher learned when they attempted to pet one. Still covered in molten magma, the Fragbufo shook the scalding, viscous plasma off of his body, and onto the researcher in the process. They were dead in mere seconds. I wish they would’ve died sooner. I’ll never forget their screams. And while I’m sure that the Fragbufo meant no harm, he didn’t appear to be remorseful in the slightest.

24.)Ripcord
Species: Urezko Canis

Planet: I've visited a great variety of planets in my time, but none of them were nearly as irritating as Eko Tasvir. As it's surface is riddled with bizarre rock formations, canyons, mountains and complex cave systems, sound waves can easily carry over miles and miles away from their original source. And due to the porous holes that have mysteriously formed within the rock walls, we've been hearing echoes that were thought to be several days old. We're unsure of how long echoes can bounce around through these rock formations, but my team quickly became unnerved when they began to hear the cries and complaints of the previous expedition team that had gone missing on this planet several months ago.

Culture: The Urezko Canis are unable to speak, so they instead communicate their feelings directly through artistic expression. This can range from a rage filled heavy metal guitar solo, to a sorrowful and heartfelt acoustic session. They are usually seen traveling in separate packs, but they remain in constant communication with one another by sending messages through the holes within the surrounding rock formations. And no matter where or who they come from, the more experienced members of the Urezko Canis packs are somehow capable of accurately deciphering these messages. During the day, they hunt, play, explore and bask in the sunlight. But at night, they revel, drink, feast and make merry. And of course, this includes a series of musical performances that retell epic tales of their ancestry.

25.)Shellhead
Species: Macrochelydra

Planet: Before landing on Vullos, we were forced to sign all manner of liability waivers and wills to be sent out to our next of kin. The planet is infamous for being a death planet, warzone and an ecological disaster. The weather is changing constantly, which is why any and all plant life has all but died out on this barren marshland. All food has to be artificially grown in labs or greenhouses, where the Macrochelydra painstakingly guard them with their lives. The deep ditches and puddles dug through sustained mortar fire and aerial bombardment are filled to the brim with the Macrochelydra's eggs. However, we've been specifically warned to avoid coming into direct contact with any of them, as they're often used as grenades during active combat. And if there's anything that we've learned over these past few days, its that Macrochelydra come out blasting.

Culture: The reasons for why this species is embroiled in a deadly and endless war has been lost to history, but I don't think they care anymore. Every day, every death, and every slight is another reason to keep fighting the good fight. Macrochelydra only know war, violence and hostility. From the very moment that they're born, they are forced to fight against a people that they don't know, for the sake of a parent that recklessly abandoned them to be used as fodder. Any Macrochelydra that manages to survive infancy is either taken in by a "Company", which is a group of freelancers or mercenaries, or they are forced to pick a side in this endless conflict. If there's any species that I take pity on, it would be these ignorant reptilians who know nothing beyond the struggle that they face at nearly every waking moment of their lives.

26.)Bug Byte
Species: Acrid Gregaria

Planet: Before our departure, a full security detail was dispatched to accompany us to Ghirgost. Aside from making my crew slightly uncomfortable, they weren't much of a hindrance to our research. However, that immediately changed as soon as we made contact with the native species of the lush jungle planet. Despite us having superior firepower and advanced technology, the Acrid Gregarian hunters and warriors easily dispatched our security detail with the use of smaller insects that they control telepathically and store internally. At first, we feared that they would dispose of us immediately afterwards, but upon counting both of our dead, they decided that our sacrifices were even and exact, before returning to their village. Looking back, we could have done with the Acrid Gregaria's protection. Since they weren't the biggest and baddest bugs to crawl the earth on that planet. Only I, and three other researchers survived the excursion.

Culture: Despite being banished from their land, we were able to observe Ghirgost's natives from a distance. They seem to be tribal in nature, but still employ the use of slightly advanced technology in their day-to-day rituals. They did not bow before our ships as if they were gods, and they did not cower before our energy weaponry. Instead, they seemed to look down on us for relying on them as a crutch. The Acrid Gregaria value inner strength just as much as physical strength, and if you have neither, then you are beneath them. It is also interesting to note that each of them are born with a role in mind, and their bodies grow to fulfill that exact role within their community. Be it a soldier, hunter or caretaker. They are entirely self-sufficient and they refuse to engage in trade with alien species.

27.)Retrofit
Species: Modrotian

Planet: Many years ago, a derelict ship of unknown origin happened upon a cluster of junk that had formed into a superheated heap of uninhabitable garbage. Aboard the ship, were a series of intelligent mechanical beings that had been inactive for several thousand years. After being awoken from their prolonged slumber, the Modrotians traveled the land, examining every little thing, as if they were newborn babes. But once they had found a data storage unit with detailed information regarding an outdated map and encyclopedia of the galaxy, the Modrotians absorbed every ounce of that info within a day. Upon doing so, they began to rebuild that planet-shaped junk heap into an actual, functioning planet.  They scrubbed the planet down, polished it, created an atmosphere and clean, sustainable bodies of water. Out of the junk that had been left there, they built skyscrapers that touched the heavens and works of art that they'd imitated from other cultures. Their energy was clean and renewable, skyrocketing them past primitive tech levels and making them a civilized species. It was at this point that they had drawn the attention of an Incursean scout fleet, who had descended upon them with the intention of claiming the Modrotian's planet as their own. Most likely for some tactical positioning during the last Galactic War. Either way, when faced with opposition, the Modrotians consulted the database for advice on what to do during such a situation. In any and all cases, they found that a great force must be stamped out by an even greater force. So, they began replicating the Incurseans' weaponry in an effort to push them back. But they still found that their lack of numbers put them at a severe disadvantage. And that's when they discovered an entry on childbirth in their database. Acting swiftly, the Modrotians recreated the device that was used to create them in the first place, thus rapidly increasing their numbers to match that of the invading alien force. The Incurseans were soon forced to flee, but not without having their starship schematics stolen. From this point on, the Modrotians found themselves in the crosshairs of many hostile alien militaries. But none of them were capable of defeating the strange, innovative species. On the contrary, the Modrotians became stronger with each attack, as they were able to steal the designs of each species' technology along the way. After a few years, the retrofitted planet known as Intwurf became something of a sacred land that none dare to disturb. Any would-be conqueror that attempts to harass the Modrotians are now defeated by their enemies, since the last thing that anyone wants is for the Modrotians to gain more knowledge on advanced alien technology.

Culture: Despite being a fearsome and unrelenting group of unassuming conquerors, the Modrotians have very little motivation to spread their influence. The only thing that drives them in boundless curiosity. They find something akin to joy in creating and replicating technology, and they take great offense to anyone or anything that would threaten that. Modrotians often find themselves emulating the culture of countless alien societies when they create art or express themselves. As such, they appear to enjoy a willing exchange of knowledge with other sentient beings. It is currently unclear as to where they will stand on the food-chain in a few centuries.