Houks are towering, thick-skinned beings from the frigid planet of Lijuter, renowned for their raw might and fierce tempers. Culturally defined by strength and dominance, Houks often enter adulthood through trials of combat or physical feats. They favor blunt communication, decisive action, and show unwavering loyalty once bonds are formed. Often misjudged as simple-minded muscle, many Houks possess a pragmatic cunning and streetwise sense of survival. Their gruff demeanor belies a strong sense of honor and territorial protection. Houks are commonly employed in security, mercenary, and bounty-hunting roles across the galaxy, where their intimidation factor alone can diffuse tense situations. In battle, their ferocity becomes a force of nature, overwhelming opponents with brute force and sheer presence.
Home Planet: Lijuter
Physical Description: Houks are broad-shouldered, muscular, and known for their large, blunt features and thick bone structure. Their skin varies in tone from violet to blue, and they often favor brute force over finesse.
Average Height: 2.0 to 2.2 meters
Average Weight: 120 to 160 kilograms
Age of Adulthood: 16 standard years
Personality & Customs: Houks value personal strength, dominance, and direct confrontation. Their culture encourages displays of might and the pursuit of honor through combat. Though often viewed as brutes, they are fiercely loyal and protective of those they consider kin.
Languages: Houkese, Basic
Example Names: Gronn, Davor, Thog, Bruz Vek