Skarnac
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At a distant space station known for its shady dealings and illicit activities, there exists a peculiar group of humanoid aliens known as the "Skarnacs." With their uncanny appearance and dubious reputation, they have carved out a niche for themselves as cunning merchants and dealmakers within the galactic underworld.
The Skarnacs are a short-statured species, standing no more than four feet tall on average. Their bodies are covered in scaly, leathery skin that ranges in color from a sickly pale green to a mottled gray. They possess elongated limbs, wiry frames, and a hunched posture, giving them an almost vulture-like appearance. The most distinctive feature of a Skarnac is their eyes, which are bulbous and jet-black, reflecting their relentless pursuit of profit.
Clustered together in the seedy corners of the space station, the Skarnacs set up their makeshift stalls adorned with an assortment of trinkets, forbidden artifacts, and contraband goods. Each stall is a labyrinth of shelves and crates, filled to the brim with rare commodities, mysterious gadgets, and alien curiosities.
The Skarnacs' true talent lies in their mastery of the art of negotiation and their ability to strike deals that few can resist. Their deals, however, are often shrouded in ambiguity, and one must be cautious when engaging in business with them. They offer a wide array of services and transactions, tailored to cater to the more unscrupulous clientele who frequent the station.
For those seeking forbidden knowledge, the Skarnacs can provide encrypted data cubes containing encrypted blueprints, top-secret classified documents, or even ancient texts containing forbidden rituals. But the price for such knowledge is exorbitant, often demanding the acquisition of rare artifacts or dangerous missions into uncharted territories.
Weapons and technology are another specialty of the Skarnacs. They have a knack for procuring black-market weaponry, prototype gadgets, and alien artifacts with unknown capabilities. They boast a vast arsenal of energy blasters, stealth devices, and even biotech enhancements, always promising an edge over one's adversaries. But these deals often come at a cost, both financially and ethically.
The Skarnacs also offer various illicit services. Need a discreet way to smuggle contraband across the galaxy? They have a network of shady freighters and expert smugglers at their disposal. Require a hit job or the extraction of a target? The Skarnacs can provide skilled assassins or discreet mercenaries who operate within the shadows.
However, it's important to note that dealing with the Skarnacs always involves a level of risk. They are known to exploit loopholes, deceive unsuspecting customers, or provide goods that may not be exactly what they seem. Trust is a luxury rarely afforded in their realm, and those who cross them often find themselves on the receiving end of a double-cross.
So, if you ever find yourself in the depths of a desolate space station and come across a dimly lit stall manned by the enigmatic Skarnacs, be prepared to tread cautiously. Their offers may be tempting, but the consequences of their deals can be far-reaching and unpredictable.
THE GAMMA QUADRANT | |
IMPORTANT ERRATA | Task Force 9 • Gamma Quadrant Map • Finnean Convergence Zone Map |
NOTABLE POWERS | The Dominion • The Consortium • Gamma Quadrant Species |
NOTABLE PLACES | Deep Space 11 • Deep Space 15 • Starbase Unity • Finnea Prime • Finnean Convergence Zone • Razmena |
NOTABLE STARSHIPS | USS Black Hawk-B |
- The Skarnacs were originally created by Camila. Used with permission.