Oritixx

The Oritixx are a humanoid-porcine species. They were originally genetically engineered creatures created by the Alkians to serve as laborers, test subjects and servants. They were stronger than regular human beings and were capable to using their tusks as weapons. Originally, they had limited lifespans, many did not live past eighteen months, the Alkians stated they were "simple beasts". It was the policy that when an Oritixx began to display higher intelligence, that they were to be "educated" by incinerating them. However, Terran Federation espionage agents exposed the governments ideals and the slaves were freed. When 18 Million Oritixx were taken to Terran Federation territory, they had their lifespans expanded to that of a human. For 100 years, they bred and passed on their developing intelligence to future generations. Within two hundred years, they became the third most common race to exist in Terran Federation space.