Chapter 18: Species Design

Transformed into Cosmic Horror in a Sci-Fi Universe – 18

EP.18 Species Design

Alright, let's start with the design.

A species, huh.

It's my first time creating a species, so I'm a bit worried.

I'll also need to create a star system and planets for them to live on, but let's decide on the species first.

The environment will depend on the nature of the species.

If they're like humans, they'll need an Earth-like planet. If they're monstrous like the Zerg, they'll need a harsh environment. If they're transforming robots, they'll need a Cybertron-like world.

Each species requires an environment suited to their characteristics.

So, let's start with the concept.

Should they be intelligent like the Lubaran race, rapidly advancing in science and achieving a highly advanced civilization?

Or should they use special energy like the Meias race's magic?

Or perhaps they could be like the Terra race, with unique adaptability and absorption abilities, expanding their population and civilization?

Going for a monster-like feel, like the Aliens or Zerg, would be cool, but it's not suitable for becoming the head of the Galactic Union.

A world of mechs, Cybertronians?

It's romantic, but they might get captured and dissected by the Lubaran race, so let's pass on that.

Ah~ It's tough because they can't be too overpowered, but they also can't be too weak.

If they're weak, they'll be dominated instantly.

If they're overpowered, they might become the cosmic demon god species dominating the universe.

Alright, let's base their appearance on humans.

Why?

Because I was originally a human from Earth.

Human appearance is the way to go.

Right, right.

They might end up looking similar to the Terra race, but who cares.

After all, the Meias race also looks almost human, and there are many species that look alike.

And let's make them attractive, with handsome men and beautiful women!

It's more pleasing to the eye that way.

Mainly, it's pleasing to me.

As for their lifespan… If they die too quickly, they'll be too busy surviving to build a civilization, so let's set it reasonably long.

But not too long, or they might become too leisurely and slow to develop… Maybe a lifespan similar to humans?

According to the Galactic Union's official time, that's about 100 years.

Same as Earth time.

Come to think of it, the flow of time in the Galactic Union is the same as on the Earth I lived on.

Just to check, I searched my mind and found that the Terra race's Terra planet is different from the Earth I lived on.

Why was it set that way? It turns out the average lifespan of the species that first formed the Galactic Union was that.

…Is this a coincidence?

Well, it makes calculations easier for me.

Anyway, a lifespan of around 100 years should be appropriate.

Or maybe not.

If I make them diligent and lucky enough to be born on a planet rich in minerals and energy…

They'll develop on their own regardless of lifespan, right?

If I set their intelligence high and increase their curiosity and desire for progress?

In that case, a longer lifespan might actually be better.

…Hmm, is this favoritism?

No, no!

Ubbo-Sathla also created a similar environment for the Lubaran race.

He poured immense resources and energy into the Lubaran race's planet to create a species that could dominate and crush the universe.

On top of that, he even gave them a basic level of civilization to start with.

I can also give my species an easy mode start, right?

…Alright, let's do it this way.

Their lifespan will be 400 years, but the orbital period of their planet will be 4 years.

So, in planetary terms, their lifespan will be 100 years!

Perfect, it matches 100 years.

Done and done.

For the orbital period to be that long, the central star needs to be quite large.

Yes, the light and heat from the star are also energy sources for the civilization.

If they're going the scientific route, they'll eventually dismantle surrounding planets to build a Dyson Sphere around the star… So I don't need to worry too much about that.

I'll provide enough coal and oil for early use, and after that, they'll venture into space to use resources from other planets or stellar energy.

Let's steer them towards developing eco-friendly energy quickly, without letting their planet deteriorate.

…Isn't this just a mix of the Terra and Lubaran races?

I want to add something more unique.

Something special, whether in appearance or abilities.

Long-lived humans… Scientific advancement… Eco-friendly… Handsome men and beautiful women…

[Oh, I've got a great idea.]

A long-lived species that lives in harmony with nature, is eco-friendly, and has many handsome men and beautiful women!

Isn't this exactly like elves?

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Of course, when you think of elves, you imagine them living in forests, shooting arrows, and communing with spirits, not advancing technologically.

But we're aiming for eco-friendly natural energy, right?

And if I create the planetary environment that way… And more importantly, if we consider space as part of nature, they could be space-faring elves protecting and preserving the natural universe!

Totally possible, right?

Alright, the species name will be Elf.

While they're a common species in other universes, there don't seem to be any elf-like species in this sci-fi universe.

There are intelligent life forms that love nature and live in forests, but they aren't beautiful and don't shoot arrows.

In fact, they look like amoeba blobs.

Kind of like slimes?

After hearing about Ubbo-Sathla, I wondered if he created them too.

But it seems they just occurred naturally.

Anyway, there's no species with a similar concept here.

Space Elves, guardians of the vast natural universe.

Great, let's go with this concept.

I've roughly finished designing the species, the star system, their initial planet, and the surrounding planetary environment.

Now, I just need to return to the universe and create it.

But if I go, the Galactic Union will go into a frenzy, and if their attention shifts towards the star system, they'll detect and observe everything I'm doing.

Creating it near a naturally occurring supernova explosion could help avoid detection, but my presence would still be highly unnatural.

Hmm, constantly being detected is annoying.

Maybe I should change my form?

I'm easily detected because my body is made of void, which can't be explained by the laws of the universe.

When an Outer God appears, the energy in that part of the universe suddenly cuts off and becomes empty.

There is a way to avoid detection.

By continuously altering my body to mimic the energy flow of the universe.

Essentially, creating a body made of cosmic radiation energy.

If I match the wavelengths, I won't be detected by energy sensors.

As for my appearance… If someone passes by close enough, they'll see me, but I can use stealth to hide that too.

With this, there's no chance of detection by the Galactic Union or nearby planets.

However, there are side effects.

Namely, life forms might approach me without realizing the danger.

While nurturing a civilization, it's best to stay nearby to quickly respond to unexpected situations, but if my creations discover me…

Or if a Galactic Union scout, a passing tourist ship, or a space adventurer comes near and notices me…

Just being near me or recognizing me would destroy the minds of weaker life forms.

[Heh, of course, I've prepared for this.]

Who am I?

I'm an incredibly powerful top-tier Outer God who can do anything.

Naturally, I've thought of a solution for this.

The reason life forms' minds overload is because the information from my void body and the distorted environment is too vast and complex for their brains to handle.

So, I need to change my appearance and the distorted cosmic environment.

First, if I change my void body to an energy body aligned with the laws of the universe, that takes care of the void aspect.

As for the distorted environment, I can reverse the distortion.

In other universes, there are Outer Gods whose true forms don't cause mental collapse.

Most of them are weak, low-tier Outer Gods, but there are some high-tier ones too.

The method they use is surprisingly simple.

If the distorted cosmic environment overloads with information, reversing the distortion can mitigate it.

Of course, my power is so immense that I can't completely eliminate the effects of the void body and the distorted environment.

But I can adjust it so that instead of instantly melting brains, it just causes severe headaches and dizziness.

Honestly, even this is a significant improvement.

The fact that one can encounter a top-tier Outer God without their brain exploding is almost impossible.

Haha, doing all this… I truly deserve the title of the benevolent god, Yad-Thaddag.

Honestly, where else would you find a god as considerate as me?

…Well, the high-tier Outer God who taught me this method is similar.

He's called 'Kthanid' in various universes.

An Outer God who cares for life forms as much as I do.

I'd like to meet him and have a conversation.

For now, let's create the Elf species and their planet. Later, when I return to the rift, I'll try to find him.