The Mish are a technologically advanced alien race with a distinctive insectoid appearance. They have a carapace that covers most of their bodies, which ranges in color from bright orange to deep violet. Their compound eyes are large and multifaceted, allowing them to see in all directions at once. Their limbs are slender and jointed, giving them an almost spindly appearance, and they stand about 6 feet tall.
Queen
The Mish are a highly organized society with a strict hierarchy. They are ruled by a queen, who controls the entire species through pheromones and telepathic communication. Each Mish has a specific role in their society, which is determined by their genetics and their abilities. The Mish place great importance on science and technology, which they see as the key to their survival and dominance.
Quick development
The Mish are a relatively young species, having only recently evolved on a distant planet. They quickly developed advanced technology and spaceflight capabilities, and began exploring the galaxy. They encountered many other species, but rather than seeking peaceful coexistence, they began to conquer and enslave other races, seeing them as inferior beings that could be exploited for their own benefit.
Collective
The Mish are a highly collectivist society, with individuals seen as mere parts of the greater whole. They have a strong sense of duty to their queen and their society, and will go to great lengths to fulfill their roles. They have a strong sense of order and hierarchy, with disobedience or rebellion seen as a grave offense that is punished harshly. The Mish are seen as a common enemy by many other races, who fear their technological prowess and ruthless tactics. Some races have banded together to resist the Mish, forming alliances and fighting back against their aggression. Others have tried to negotiate with the Mish, but such attempts are often met with hostility or manipulation. The Mish do not have a formal religion, but they do worship their queen as a divine being. They see her as the embodiment of their society and the source of their power, and will do anything to protect her.
The Mish have a complex naming system that is based on their genetics and abilities. However, here are some common Mish names that you could use for your character:
Masculine Names: Vaxx, Krix, Vorin, Rennix, Xalon, Tarka
Feminine Names: Zaraa, Zexxa, Tessa, Grixel
Ability Score Increase: Mish have a +2 Intelligence and a +1 Dexterity.
Age: The Mish have a lifespan of around 60 years, with their queen living up to 200 years.
Size: The Mish stand about 6 feet tall on average, with a slender, insectoid build. They weigh around 120-150 pounds, with their carapace making up a significant portion of their body mass.
Speed: The Mish have a base walking speed of 30 feet.
Exoskeleton: The Mish's tough exoskeleton provides natural armor, granting them an AC of 15 + Dexterity modifier (maximum 2).
Advanced Technology: The Mish have mastered advanced technology, which they use to create powerful weapons and armor. They are proficient in using energy weapons and have an innate understanding of technology, granting them proficiency in the Tinker's Tools.
Mind Control: The Mish are able to manipulate the minds of others, making them powerful telepaths. They have advantage on all Charisma (Persuasion) checks made to influence other creatures.
Insect Swarm: The Mish can summon a swarm of tiny insectoid drones to fight on their behalf. Once per day, they can summon a swarm of insects that will attack any creature within a 20-foot radius of them. The swarm deals 2d6 piercing damage and lasts for 1 minute or until the Mish dismisses it.
Natural Communicators: The Mish have a unique form of communication that involves pheromones and body language. They are proficient in the Insight skill and can communicate telepathically with other Mish within 60 feet.
Languages: The Mish communicate telepathically with each other using a complex language based on pheromones and body language. They do not have a written language, but they can learn to speak and understand other languages with some difficulty. Due to their technological advancements and interstellar conquests, they often learn the languages of the species they encounter in order to communicate with them more effectively.