Humanity

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Human (Homo Sapiens) AKA Hei. “Wise man.”

Hei are the humans that settled on Ephron. The name Hei was assigned by the Arkafelari, derived from the noise humans made when interacting with the Arkafelari.

Compared to Earth humans, the Hei of Ephron have shorter lifespans, largely due to harsh living conditions and internal conflicts. Most Hei are scientists and technicians, but their presence on Ephron is minimal. Most human settlements are now maintained by machines or Puppets, with very few Hei remaining in the region.

Puppets. “Hand of the Hei.”

Puppet is an Arkafelari term used to describe cybernetically enhanced felines, including both Earthblooded felines and Arkafelari. The term encompasses a range of bionic beings, cyborgs, and fully mechanical creatures that retain an outwardly living appearance.

Puppets typically feature complex integrations of advanced circuitry and biological systems. While many are unique in their structure and physiology, more recent iterations often consist of a simple chip implanted at the nape, serving as a basic interface between the biological and mechanical components.