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==Physiology== | ==Physiology== | ||
Xyrillians have an unusual physiology. | Xyrillians have an unusual physiology. Their high-pressure atmosphere is hallucinogenic to most species, and as a result most other humanoids need to be weaned onto and off their atmosphere to avoid undesired effects. When traveling, they grow vegetation on the walls and floors of their ships, the grasses release vapour which helps them metabolize their food.<ref name="Xyrillian MA"/> | ||
Xyrillian males usually carry infants to term in a pouch on the upper chest. Impregnation can occur with only minor physical contact. Humans and Xyrillians are genetically compatible, as Commander Tucker discovered when he was impregnated by a Xyrillian female. | Xyrillian males usually carry infants to term in a pouch on the upper chest. Impregnation can occur with only minor physical contact. Humans and Xyrillians are genetically compatible, as Commander Tucker discovered when he was impregnated by a Xyrillian female.<ref name="Xyrillian MA"/> | ||
==Psychology== | ==Psychology== |