Species:Dgn

Dgn

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Physical characteristics

The Dgn are the result of genetic modifications performed by the Shapers on a dexterous amphibious species. Short, somewhat tubby, and neckless, the normal Dgn resting posture is to stand, with greatly forward slanting back ridges, propped upon the webbed hind limbs and the two paddle-tails. The forelimbs, however, are what attracted the interest of the Shapers. Each topped with seven bi- directionally hinged, four-jointed fingers and two opposable thumbs, the forelimbs of a Dgn are precision instruments, having allowed them to craft and wield the collections of reeds they used as a sort of 'multi- chopsticks' to grab otherwise dangerous prey out of the coastal muck. The Dgn are notable for having two spinal ridges, with a notable cleft between them, that run from the back of the skull and terminate in two separate paddle- tails. The Dgn head is elongated, as is the thick-gummed mouth, and the eyes are as much side mounted as top set. Breathing slits are located along the left and right undersides of the head-torso junction.

Genetically modified Dgn live for up to 50 years.

Amphibious.

Habitat

The Dgn can breathe in both atmospheric and aquatic conditions, provided that there is sufficient oxygen dissolved in the water. They do, however, require either a humid land environment, or frequent re-wetting to keep both their skin and breathing orifices from drying out.

Culture

What native culture existed among the pre-modified Dgn has been greatly altered. Bred for servitude, the Dgn are not greatly renowned for intellectual achievements. The Dgn exist as a servant race for the Shapers, working on nearly all Shaper aquatic projects, and filling other unwanted roles in society. The one noted exception to this rule is the use of Dgn as medical assistants in Shaper hospitals, where their dexterity has proved them faster than humans at prepping the injured for surgery. While the rights of the Dgn are well defined by the Shapers, and abuse is not at all tolerated, their rights are not the same as those of the Shapers, and if the Dgn are to be considered citizens of the Shaper political body, then they are, at best, second class citizens. One cannot say that the Dgn are entirely pleased with their position, but neither can one say that there is fertile ground for revolt, as the Dgn do not seem to possess within them a particular desire to be forced to decide their own destinies.

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