Mardu'uk

Towering, broad-chested, and unmistakably mammalian, the Marduuk bear thick umber hides that seem less like skin and more like natural armor. Their long necks are adorned with dense manes of wiry hair that ripple with each deliberate step, giving them an almost ceremonial presence even in the most mundane settings. Hoof-like feet strike the ground with a steady, grounded rhythm, as though every movement is re-anchoring them to the ground.

Beneath this imposing exterior lies an even more impressive physiology built for endurance in extremes. The Marduuk are remarkably resistant to organic poisons and corrosive acids, their bodies shrugging off hazards that would cripple or kill other species. Their respiratory systems are equally adaptable, capable of drawing from a wide range of atmospheric compositions with minimal strain. This resilience has made them highly sought after across known space. They are found charting unstable worlds, laboring in hostile industrial zones, and serving as mercenary forces where survival itself is the first battle.