Post by Arreck on Jul 22, 2003 22:52:36 GMT -5
Nogan Anatomy
Nervous System:
Nogan brains are fairly large, extending further down the neck than most other species. Their skulls are extremely thick, so the brain has an altered shape to make room for the cranial armor. Almost every lobe of the brain is of equal size. This makes it possible for the Nogan to have above average senses and reactions in all areas, but nothing stands out. Nogan eyes are unable to see blue, but they are extremely good at defining shapes and outlines, and generally telling where objects begin and end very effectively. This makes the Nogan excellent at meticulous things. They are amazing mechanics and of course, farmers. They can spot a wupa parasite at a distance of forty yards. The Nogan spinal cord is nothing special except for being slightly more flexible than most species'. Because of their hunch and tendancy to stoop to forage on the ground, their spinal cord has a wide range of bending motion. Nogan nerves, however, have a one-way delay that most species do not. They can recieve stimulation and send messages to their brain very quickly, but it takes them a longer amount of time to send messages to their muscles, making Nogan rather slow moving creatures. This however is an evolutionary advantage, for their muscles are long-twitch and if exerted quickly will tear and fray easily.
Respiratory System:
The Nogan respiratory system is slow and powerful, much like the rest of them. The lungs are massive and draw breath slowly, but each breath encompasses a tremendous amount of air. They are capable of storing up to twenty quarts of air in their lungs (Wow), making them good at holding their breath if it is needed. They have, instead of a ribcage, a ribplate. A slab of bone covers the chest, making more room for these huge lungs, but making them vulnerable to attack from the back. With such a huge lung capacity, their circulatory system is capable of odd feats...
Circulatory system:
Because the Nogan lungs hold so much air, the heart is not particularly powerful. The Nogan bloodstream is capable of making two full revolutions on only one full breath without running out. However, it typically moves at a slower pace and only circulates once per breath. Because of this, Nogan bleed far slower than other species, simply because the blood isn't moving as quickly through the arteries and veins. Nogan red blood cells are approximately twice the size of a Twassecc's. No real significance on this fact, but it's an anomaly that must be mentioned.
Digestive System:
The Nogan Digestive system is geared to vegetables and other plant matter. Broad, flat teeth allow the Nogan to chew plants quite efficiently. They have to eat more than other species do to sustain themselves, but they almost always have a pack of fruits and vegetables handy, making them useful on a long hike. The Nogan are also able to store food in their stomach and only turn on the acid making devices when they require energy.
Endocrine and Immune Systems:
The Nogan have average immune systems, supplemented with powerful herbal medicines. They are difficult to affect with any kind of toxin because they have three kidneys, but they are highly succeptible to viruses.
Reproductive Systems:
Nogan use internal fertilization to reproduce. At approximately 8 twassecc years of age, a Nogan becomes sexually mature. The males show off their bright stripes to the females, indicating a high level of health. Usually females will choose based on health and personality in this species. After a gestation period of approximately one year, the female will give birth to 1-3 baby Nogan. At 6 twassecc years, they are allowed to own property and are considered 'adults'. However, Nogan place more value on physical and mental ability than on age, so a Nogan can be highly successful even before 6 years if they are particularly capable. The parents almost always stay together for the rest of their lives, and domestic disputes are unheard of on Noga.
Skeletal and Muscle Systems:
Nogan have extremely tough bones and very large muscles. They are very heavy, weighing at 300-400 pounds on average. The bones are thick, strong, and very difficult to break. The muscles, however, is where the Nogan really shine. They have long-twitch muscles, arranged in a radial pattern around each bone, giving them insane strength. They have approximately the same physical strength as a Hurk, at 1/3 the size. (Obviously they cannot utilize gravity to increase their force as well as a Hurk can) As mentioned in the nervous system area, they are slow to move. This is not entirely true, because once they get a pattern going they can gradually increase the pace of their strides and move at a decent pace. The Nogan frequently use their strength to move gigantic rocks out of the soil on Noga.
Sensory systems:
(See nervous system)
Final notes:
Nogan are excellent desert creatures (Not as good at the Sigwar), as they are very good at conserving water. While a rather disturbing fact, Nogan urine is bright orange due to the high concentration of waste compared to the water they release. This adaptation allows them to work all day in the sun without hitch.
Anatomical Statistics:
Average height: 1.5 meters at head, 2 meters at shoulder
Average weight: 300-400 pounds
Top speed: 15 mph
Sexual Maturity: 8 twassecc years (About 32 human years)
Lifespan: 60 twassecc years (About 240 human years)
Intelligence: Approximately 265-270 IQ average
Nervous System:
Nogan brains are fairly large, extending further down the neck than most other species. Their skulls are extremely thick, so the brain has an altered shape to make room for the cranial armor. Almost every lobe of the brain is of equal size. This makes it possible for the Nogan to have above average senses and reactions in all areas, but nothing stands out. Nogan eyes are unable to see blue, but they are extremely good at defining shapes and outlines, and generally telling where objects begin and end very effectively. This makes the Nogan excellent at meticulous things. They are amazing mechanics and of course, farmers. They can spot a wupa parasite at a distance of forty yards. The Nogan spinal cord is nothing special except for being slightly more flexible than most species'. Because of their hunch and tendancy to stoop to forage on the ground, their spinal cord has a wide range of bending motion. Nogan nerves, however, have a one-way delay that most species do not. They can recieve stimulation and send messages to their brain very quickly, but it takes them a longer amount of time to send messages to their muscles, making Nogan rather slow moving creatures. This however is an evolutionary advantage, for their muscles are long-twitch and if exerted quickly will tear and fray easily.
Respiratory System:
The Nogan respiratory system is slow and powerful, much like the rest of them. The lungs are massive and draw breath slowly, but each breath encompasses a tremendous amount of air. They are capable of storing up to twenty quarts of air in their lungs (Wow), making them good at holding their breath if it is needed. They have, instead of a ribcage, a ribplate. A slab of bone covers the chest, making more room for these huge lungs, but making them vulnerable to attack from the back. With such a huge lung capacity, their circulatory system is capable of odd feats...
Circulatory system:
Because the Nogan lungs hold so much air, the heart is not particularly powerful. The Nogan bloodstream is capable of making two full revolutions on only one full breath without running out. However, it typically moves at a slower pace and only circulates once per breath. Because of this, Nogan bleed far slower than other species, simply because the blood isn't moving as quickly through the arteries and veins. Nogan red blood cells are approximately twice the size of a Twassecc's. No real significance on this fact, but it's an anomaly that must be mentioned.
Digestive System:
The Nogan Digestive system is geared to vegetables and other plant matter. Broad, flat teeth allow the Nogan to chew plants quite efficiently. They have to eat more than other species do to sustain themselves, but they almost always have a pack of fruits and vegetables handy, making them useful on a long hike. The Nogan are also able to store food in their stomach and only turn on the acid making devices when they require energy.
Endocrine and Immune Systems:
The Nogan have average immune systems, supplemented with powerful herbal medicines. They are difficult to affect with any kind of toxin because they have three kidneys, but they are highly succeptible to viruses.
Reproductive Systems:
Nogan use internal fertilization to reproduce. At approximately 8 twassecc years of age, a Nogan becomes sexually mature. The males show off their bright stripes to the females, indicating a high level of health. Usually females will choose based on health and personality in this species. After a gestation period of approximately one year, the female will give birth to 1-3 baby Nogan. At 6 twassecc years, they are allowed to own property and are considered 'adults'. However, Nogan place more value on physical and mental ability than on age, so a Nogan can be highly successful even before 6 years if they are particularly capable. The parents almost always stay together for the rest of their lives, and domestic disputes are unheard of on Noga.
Skeletal and Muscle Systems:
Nogan have extremely tough bones and very large muscles. They are very heavy, weighing at 300-400 pounds on average. The bones are thick, strong, and very difficult to break. The muscles, however, is where the Nogan really shine. They have long-twitch muscles, arranged in a radial pattern around each bone, giving them insane strength. They have approximately the same physical strength as a Hurk, at 1/3 the size. (Obviously they cannot utilize gravity to increase their force as well as a Hurk can) As mentioned in the nervous system area, they are slow to move. This is not entirely true, because once they get a pattern going they can gradually increase the pace of their strides and move at a decent pace. The Nogan frequently use their strength to move gigantic rocks out of the soil on Noga.
Sensory systems:
(See nervous system)
Final notes:
Nogan are excellent desert creatures (Not as good at the Sigwar), as they are very good at conserving water. While a rather disturbing fact, Nogan urine is bright orange due to the high concentration of waste compared to the water they release. This adaptation allows them to work all day in the sun without hitch.
Anatomical Statistics:
Average height: 1.5 meters at head, 2 meters at shoulder
Average weight: 300-400 pounds
Top speed: 15 mph
Sexual Maturity: 8 twassecc years (About 32 human years)
Lifespan: 60 twassecc years (About 240 human years)
Intelligence: Approximately 265-270 IQ average
