Mantid

Mantids are sturdy, mantis-like bioforms arose after the Moonfall. They are telepathic and use this as their primary means of communication with other bioforms. Among other Mantids, telepathic communication is enhanced by Mantid-specific pheromones into that weave rich tapestries of information and emotion. The Mantid bioform has four arms, an exoskeleton, and the ability to make powerful leaps using their segmented legs. While wings are vestigial in many Mantids, some have learned to use their wings to fly or hover for short distances.

Much like Kam and Imps, Mantids are generally independent. They do not form large group settlements with other Mantids, but can be found living in or near the outskirts of settlements with other bioforms. While most do not develop large social networks, Mantids but can be found in small, close-knit triads or as members of Cohorts.