Alien Race Generator
Descriptions of alien races as complex as you like them, from simple appearance to a complete backstory!
- For simple physical descriptions, choose 'Description.'
- Choose 'Detail' to get a cultural snapshots and 'extras' for the race.
- Choose 'Complete' to get a complete profile of the race and their place in the universe.
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Races
The tall race of humanoids. This race moves along on tentacles instead of legs. They have incredible navigation abilities. The most revered members of their society are spies. They appear to be degenerating as a species. They have only one child at a time. Honor is more important to them than anything. They are rapidly expanding into the universe. They are close relatives of another race, from whom they split over cultural differences ages ago.
The thin race. Their eyes give them 360 degree vision. This race has highly specialized limbs for various uses. This race travels by wings. They can adsorb the DNA of another species and take on its traits. Many members of their species are anthropologists. Their bodies are so efficient they do not excrete. Their society is dependent on one technology: manufacturing. They have an elaborate caste system. Their world of origin is flourishing, has many moons, and is known for its odd weather.
The cumbersome, dark-feathered race. They have an advanced sense of touch. They are omnivores. They naturally hybernate. They reproduce quickly. Their society is dependent on one technology: force fields. They are naturally curious. Their government is efficient. Their planet of origin is a world that has many moons.
The dark-furred race. This race has no specific manipulatory appendages. They are blood-drinkers. They are highly creative. They are the descendants of another sentient race, but are a separate species.
The enormous, aquatic race. Their limbs are not so much specific, but are used for multiple functions. This race moves bipedally. They are easily addicted to certain substances. Their society is split by gender - males and females are separate cultures. Their government is non-functional. They are the descendants of another sentient race, but are a separate species. They come from a different level of reality.
The fish-like race. They have eyes on extendable stalks. This race has highly specialized limbs for various uses. This race moves along on tentacles instead of legs. They are omnivores, but prefer to be carnivorous. They are famous for producing intellectuals. They communicate by changing the color of their integument. Their major advancements are in medicine. Their government is entirely dysfunctional. They are a growing empire. Their species is very diverse in individual appearances.
The misshapen, metal-based race of serpent-beings. They have a powerful sense of taste. This race has tentacular limbs. They move by crawling along the ground. They are omnivores. They appear to be degenerating as a species. Their economy is dependent on one technology: anti-gravity. There is little variance in appearance among individuals, making one easy to mistake for another. They come from a low-gravity, desolate world.
The massive, ice-based, orange-spined race. Their economy is dependent on one technology: computers. They have a complex justice system. Their government is an aristocracy that is ethical in its own way. They are actually a biomechanical race created by another people.
The elegant race. They have powerful nasal senses. This race has tentacular limbs. This race moves along on tentacles instead of legs. They live off of psychic energy. They are famous for producing intellectuals. Their internal structure is very delicate - so any wound can be fatal. They never quit or surrender. They come from a low-gravity, barren world.
The porcine race. This race is able to adhere to solid surfaces, making climbing easy. They mutate in ways that let them adapt to their environment. Their greatest leaders were once conquerors. They are sterile. They are rapidly expanding into the universe.
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