Alright, here's what I got so far for you, Yog. [quote=Yog Sheet] Razorians are an alien species that are exactly like anthropomorphic rats. they are a little bit larger than the average human, and because of the [i][b]1. heavier gravity[/i][/b] on their native planet, they have very [i][b]1. strong developed muscles[/i][/b] which allows them to take a [b][i]1. good amount of damage[/i][/b]. they are [i][b]2. very skilled in the building of spaceships[/b][/i] to help assist them in their journey to explore the stars and [i][b]3. battle possible threats to their civilization[/i][/b]. Rozorians have a [i][b]2. really natural skill for combat[/b][/i] and it is [b][i]4. easier for them to effectively use a weapon that they are not use to fighting with[/i][/b]. Razorians have a lifespan of about ninety years and it takes longer for old age to effect their physical strengths.[/quote] 1: These traits don't necessarily result in what you have specified. While living in higher gravity environments will result in a species adapted to such a gravity, it does not make them tougher. 2: Why are they skilled in this manner? Is it instinctual mechanical skill? Has this knowledge been taught to them as part of required schooling? Genetic memory? 3: Why? Surely as explorers, their first reaction would be to establish diplomatic ties and make peace with other civilizations, rather than see everything as a threat that needs destroyed. 4: You're going to have to go a bit more in-depth here to explain how they can instinctually understand the workings of alien weapons. Battle-prowess does not mean that you are able to pick up a weapon you are unskilled with and be able to effectively use it. [quote=Yog Sheet2] Astroism teaches its followers that conquering their fear of the unknown is the next step to advancing their society. It also teaches that all the answers that its followers seek are in the cosmos and that traveling into space can make them achieve enlightenment. Lastly the religion preaches for people to be strong and honorable and [/i][b]1. charitable to others.[/b][/i][/quote] 1: This directly conflicts with #3 above, and makes me question it even further. Going to have to clear things up here and be more concise.