Vossk

The Vossk are a major sentient species in the galaxy. They are the main inhabitants of the Vossk Empire. They are very aggressive toward other species. Vossk society is very hierarchical and clan based, with each Vossk belonging to a certain clan.

​Description
The Vossk are a bipedal sentient species. They have a distinct bluish grey hue to their skin. They are distinguished by their plated skin and two pairs glowing red eyes. Vossk are generally bulkier and larger than other species, and physically are the strongetest out of all of them. A Vossk is able to beat most Terran or Nivelian in an arm wrestlling contest, though through the use of implants a Vossk could potentially be beaten.

History
Originally, the Vossk species was disunited and organizied into various clans consistently at war with each other. However, after discovering other species in the galaxy, the Vossk decided it was necessary to unite together. Thus the Vossk formed the Vossk Empire, led by a single Vossk emperor. However, the Vossk were still divided into various clans, and when the Vossk Empire was not fighting any wars, infighting would occur between the various Vossk clans.



​Society
The Vossk Empire is highly patriarchal; males scramble for positions of political influence while females are left behind. It is known that the Vossk are organized into numerous clans, and each clan represents a separate Spawn Pool. However, all Vossk clans are collectively ruled by the Emperor, who has exclusive privileges over all Spawn Pools. As a Vossk rises in rank, they will gain increased influence over the Spawn Pools of their clan and of others. Despite such privileges, most Emperors last only a few hours before being dissolved into royal jelly due to increased murders and conspiracies, especially when so much is at stake.

The Vossk are a highly militarized species. The Vossk see the military as one of the most respectable positions to take. Vossk warriors are fiercely loyal to the Emperor, and are willing to sacrifice their lives for their cause. The Vossk also have respect, though not as much, for their scientists and engineers, who keep their empire's military running. At the bottom of Vossk society are slaves, drones, and outcasts, who are regarded as vermin by their uppers.

The Vossk highly value bravery and courage, and cowardice is rewarded with shame. When an individual displays any sign of weakness, the only way to redeem themselves is with a death trial.

The Vossk are known to use their youth on suicide missions, and their infertiles as cannon fodder.

Language
The Vossk use a very distinctive language. The most striking feature of their language is the duplication of certain letters within most of their words, and the use of apostraphes. Here are a few examples of Vossk words and their respective translations into English:
 * H'Belam - "Father"
 * K'yuul - "Drilling"
 * N'saan - "Little stab"
 * S'koonn - "Fist"
 * Sh'gaal - "Scar"
 * T'yol - "Forehead"
 * T'yool - "Vossk sexual organs"
 * Gr'gath - "Hate"
 * A'belarr - "Home"
 * Ng'resskk-"Huh?"
 * Go'kkth-"Grok it!/Dammit!"
 * Shh'kkr-"Idiot"
 * Ps'kath-"Weakling"

Trivia

 * Vossk females are usually hidden from other species, which accounts for their general absence.
 * Vossk are ultra-conservative and autocratic, thus despising Terrans' liberalism and democracy.
 * Vossk have a high tolerance to alcohol, thus they are known for their strong alcoholic beverages.
 * Vossk society and culture somewhat resemble that of the Klingons from Star Trek - both of these are warrior races that believe in honor over their lives, and they are both aggressive toward humans, their equivalent for GOF's Terrans. Also, in Star Trek: Discovery, the Klingons are attempting to unite the numerous houses of their race.
 * A few of the Vossk words (like Nim'rrod, a Vossk system) are merely English words with an apostrophe.
 * Vossk stations in GOF2 are all identical.

Notable Vossk

 * Erkkt Uggut
 * Nartok Brek
 * Mekant Orskk
 * Taret Orskk
 * Kyrrk Tasst
 * Sh'Gaal