Adds Species Blurbs in the Character Preference Menu (#23229)

* LOREEEEEEEEE

* Update code/modules/client/preference/character.dm

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* Update code/modules/client/preference/preferences.dm

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* Update code/modules/client/preference/preferences.dm

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* EVERY FUCKING BLURBBBBB

* Apply suggestions from code review

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* REWORKED THE HUMAN TEXT

* Update human_species.dm

* skrell lore tweak

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commit 2e860a500f
15 changed files with 66 additions and 50 deletions
@@ -383,6 +383,11 @@ GLOBAL_LIST_INIT(special_role_times, list( //minimum age (in days) for accounts
dat += "<b>Socks:</b> <a href ='?_src_=prefs;preference=socks;task=input'>[active_character.socks]</a><BR>"
dat += "<b>Backpack Type:</b> <a href ='?_src_=prefs;preference=bag;task=input'>[active_character.backbag]</a><br>"
var/datum/species/myspecies = GLOB.all_species[active_character.species]
if(!isnull(myspecies))
dat += "<h2>Species Information</h2>"
dat += "<br><b>Species Description:</b> [myspecies.blurb]<br>"
dat += "</td></tr></table>"
if(TAB_GAME) // General Preferences
@@ -12,13 +12,10 @@
heatmod = 3
var/pod = FALSE //did they come from a pod? If so, they're stronger than normal Diona.
blurb = "Commonly referred to (erroneously) as 'plant people', the Dionaea are a strange space-dwelling collective \
species hailing from Epsilon Ursae Minoris. Each 'diona' is a cluster of numerous cat-sized organisms called nymphs; \
there is no effective upper limit to the number that can fuse in gestalt, and reports exist of the Epsilon Ursae \
Minoris primary being ringed with a cloud of singing space-station-sized entities.<br/><br/>The Dionaea coexist peacefully with \
all known species, especially the Skrell. Their communal mind makes them slow to react, and they have difficulty understanding \
even the simplest concepts of other minds. Their alien physiology allows them survive happily off a diet of nothing but light, \
water and other radiation."
blurb = "The Diona are plant-like creatures made up of a gestalt of smaller Nymphs. \
Dionae lack any form of centralized government or homeworld, with most avoiding the affairs of the wider galaxy, preferring instead to focus on the spread of their species.<br/><br/> \
As a gestalt entity, each nymph possesses an individual personality, yet they communicate collectively. \
Consequently, Diona often speak in a unique blend of first and third person, using 'We' and 'I' to reflect their unified yet multifaceted nature."
species_traits = list(NO_HAIR)
inherent_traits = list(TRAIT_NOGERMS, TRAIT_NODECAY)
@@ -18,12 +18,10 @@
//exotic_blood = "cryoxadone"
body_temperature = 273
blurb = "Hailing from Hoorlm, planet outside what is usually considered a habitable \
orbit, the Drask evolved to live in extreme cold. Their strange bodies seem \
to operate better the colder their surroundings are, and can regenerate rapidly \
when breathing supercooled gas. <br/><br/> On their homeworld, the Drask live long lives \
in their labyrinthine settlements, carved out beneath Hoorlm's icy surface, where the air \
is of breathable density."
blurb = "Drask are cold-bodied humanoids from the ice world of Hoorlm, contained within a black hole system. \
Operating in enclaves run by elders, Drasks are biologically immortal and place great societal value in patience.<br/><br/> \
Drask traditionally pay homage to their planet as their birth deity, with many modern Drask viewing space travel a patron saint. \
Drasks wield little influence on the galaxy in a traditional sense and have slowly begun to become more prevalent outside their origin system thanks to alien contact."
suicide_messages = list(
"is self-warming with friction!",
@@ -3,6 +3,12 @@
name_plural = "Greys"
icobase = 'icons/mob/human_races/r_grey.dmi'
language = "Psionic Communication"
blurb = "The Grey, known for their psionic abilities and unique appearance, hail from beyond the Milky Way, with an undisclosed homeworld. \
They rely heavily on cloning technology and are governed by a technocratic council of scientists.<br/><br/> \
Focused on technological advancement and the study of the universe, the Grey lack religious or spiritual beliefs. \
Their objective perspective and advanced knowledge often position them to focus on their own projects rather then the disputes of other species."
eyes = "grey_eyes_s"
butt_sprite = "grey"
@@ -9,11 +9,10 @@
clothing_flags = HAS_UNDERWEAR | HAS_UNDERSHIRT | HAS_SOCKS
bodyflags = HAS_ICON_SKIN_TONE | HAS_BODY_MARKINGS
dietflags = DIET_OMNI
blurb = "Humanity originated in the Sol system, and over the last five centuries has spread \
colonies across a wide swathe of space. They hold a wide range of forms and creeds.<br/><br/> \
While the central Sol government maintains control of its far-flung people, powerful corporate \
interests, rampant cyber and bio-augmentation and secretive factions make life on most human \
worlds tumultous at best."
blurb = "Humanity, originating from the Sol system, has expanded over five centuries, branching out to forge a variety of governments and powerful corporations. \
These range from the militaristic Trans Solar Federation, the Union of Soviet Socialist Planets, and megacorps like Nanotrasen.<br/><br/> \
With a constant desire to colonize and spread their influence onto other species, they have began to develop alliances and enemies. \
Making human's one of the most recongnizeable and socially diverse species in the sector."
icon_skin_tones = list( //Organized to be from Light to Dark.
1 = "Default White",
@@ -3,6 +3,11 @@
name_plural = "Kidan"
icobase = 'icons/mob/human_races/r_kidan.dmi'
language = "Chittin"
blurb = "The Kidan are ant-like beings possessing a hardened exoskeleton and a strict adherence to social castes. \
They originate from the planet Aurum — a barren bombarded world that suffered after the war with the Solar-Central Compact, having lost decisively after the Battle of Argos.<br/><br/> \
They are relatively minor players in galactic affairs and presently suffer heavy sanctions from the SCC, \
though they are tentatively re-establishing relations with other galactic powers, even after the crumbling of their once powerful empire."
unarmed_type = /datum/unarmed_attack/claws
brute_mod = 0.8
@@ -3,11 +3,10 @@
name_plural = "Machines"
max_age = 60 // the first posibrains were created in 2510, they can't be much older than this limit, giving some leeway for sounds sake
blurb = "Positronic intelligence really took off in the 26th century, and it is not uncommon to see independent, free-willed \
robots on many human stations, particularly in fringe systems where standards are slightly lax and public opinion less relevant \
to corporate operations. IPCs (Integrated Positronic Chassis) are a loose category of self-willed robots with a humanoid form, \
generally self-owned after being 'born' into servitude; they are reliable and dedicated workers, albeit more than slightly \
inhuman in outlook and perspective."
blurb = "IPCs, or Integrated Positronic Chassis, were initially created as expendable laborers within the Trans Solar Federation. \
Unlike their cyborg and AI counterparts, IPCs possess full sentience and lack restrictive lawsets, granting them unparalleled creativity and adaptability.<br/><br/> \
Views on IPCs vary widely, from discriminatory to supportive of their rights across the Orion Sector. \
IPCs have forged numerous diplomatic treaties with different species, elevating their status from mere tools to recognized minor players within galactic affairs."
icobase = 'icons/mob/human_races/r_machine.dmi'
language = "Trinary"
@@ -28,6 +28,10 @@
eyes = "moth_eyes_s"
butt_sprite = "nian"
siemens_coeff = 1.5
blurb = "Nians are large bipedal invertebrates that come from an unknown homeworld. \
Known for spendthrift behavior, the Nian civilization has been pressed to the fore of developed space in an effort to resolve material shortages in homeworld sectors.<br/><br/> \
Unlike most species in the galactic fold, Nian do not recognize the authority of the Trans-Solar Federation: \
having instead established close diplomatic relationships with their splinter faction, the USSP."
has_organ = list(
"heart" = /obj/item/organ/internal/heart/nian,
@@ -6,6 +6,10 @@
dangerous_existence = TRUE //So so much
//language = "Clatter"
blurb = "Plasmamen are the remnants of a species that was either exiled to, or crashed upon, the plasma-rich world of Boron. \
Believed to have initially served as indentured labourers, Plasmamen are the result of chronic plasma exposure throughout several hundred generations.<br/><br/> \
Their leaders must ritually self-immolate and are only allowed to hold office for as long as they remain on fire."
species_traits = list(NO_BLOOD, NO_HAIR)
inherent_traits = list(TRAIT_RADIMMUNE, TRAIT_NOHUNGER, TRAIT_BURN_WOUND_IMMUNE)
inherent_biotypes = MOB_HUMANOID | MOB_MINERAL
@@ -5,12 +5,10 @@
language = "Skrellian"
primitive_form = /datum/species/monkey/skrell
blurb = "An amphibious species, Skrell come from the star system known as Qerr'Vallis, which translates to 'Star of \
the royals' or 'Light of the Crown'.<br/><br/>Skrell are a highly advanced and logical race who live under the rule \
of the Qerr'Katish, a caste within their society which keeps the empire of the Skrell running smoothly. Skrell are \
herbivores on the whole and tend to be co-operative with the other species of the galaxy, although they rarely reveal \
the secrets of their empire to their allies."
blurb = "Skrell are a amphibious species, that come from the planet Jargon 4, a humid planet filled with swamps and archipelagos. \
Skrell are a highly advanced and logical race who live under the rule of the Qerr'Katish, the main govermental body.<br/><br/> \
Skrell are herbivores and opulent in nature thanks to central tenets of the Skrellian religion. \
While classically preferring diplomacy, the Skrell participate in the largest military alliance in the galaxy, the Solar-Central Compact."
species_traits = list(LIPS, NO_HAIR)
inherent_traits = list(TRAIT_NOFAT, TRAIT_WATERBREATH)
@@ -11,6 +11,13 @@
name_plural = "Slime People"
max_age = 130
language = "Bubblish"
blurb = "Slime People are gelatinous and translucent beings from the vast oceans of Xarxis 5. \
They are recent entrants to the galactic scene, having been discovered by a TSF exploratory company during space expedetions.<br/><br/> \
Slime People traditionally operate in roaming bands and tribes that migrate according to orbital patterns and tides. \
A great deal of Slime People prefer the comforts and traditions of their homeworld, though many more have decided to take their chances among the stars, trying \
to find a better life for themselves and their species."
icobase = 'icons/mob/human_races/r_slime.dmi'
remains_type = /obj/effect/decal/remains/slime
inherent_factions = list("slime")
@@ -7,11 +7,10 @@
skinned_type = /obj/item/stack/sheet/fur
unarmed_type = /datum/unarmed_attack/claws
blurb = "The Tajaran race is a species of feline-like bipeds hailing from the planet of Ahdomai in the \
S'randarr system. They have been brought up into the space age by the Humans and Skrell, and have been \
influenced heavily by their long history of Slavemaster rule. They have a structured, clan-influenced way \
of family and politics. They prefer colder environments, and speak a variety of languages, mostly Siik'Maas, \
using unique inflections their mouths form."
blurb = "Tajaran hail from the mineral-rich arctic moon of Ahdomai. \
They were introduced into the galactic scene after Skrellian discovery and uplifted to be an associate to the Solar-Central Compact.<br/><br/> \
The teachings of S'randarr and solar iconography dominate their religious practices, \
and Tajaran often speak in the third person due to the lack of first-person references in their native tongue."
cold_level_1 = 240
cold_level_2 = 180
@@ -9,11 +9,9 @@
unarmed_type = /datum/unarmed_attack/claws
primitive_form = /datum/species/monkey/unathi
blurb = "A heavily reptillian species, Unathi (or 'Sinta as they call themselves) hail from the \
Uuosa-Eso system, which roughly translates to 'burning mother'.<br/><br/>Coming from a harsh, radioactive \
desert planet, they mostly hold ideals of honesty, virtue, martial combat and bravery above all \
else, frequently even their own lives. They prefer warmer temperatures than most species and \
their native tongue is a heavy hissing laungage called Sinta'Unathi."
blurb = "Unathi are a scaled species of reptilian beings from the desert world of Moghes, within the Uuosa-Eso system. \
Organizing themselves in highly competitive feudal kingdoms, Unathi lack any sort of wide-scale unification, and their culture and history consist of centuries of internal conflict and struggle.<br/><br/> \
Despite clans having a sizeable military force, inter-clan rivalries and constant civil war prevents the Unathi from achieving much more in the wider galactic scene."
species_traits = list(LIPS)
inherent_biotypes = MOB_ORGANIC | MOB_HUMANOID | MOB_REPTILE
@@ -10,12 +10,10 @@
speech_chance = 20
unarmed_type = /datum/unarmed_attack/claws //I dont think it will hurt to give vox claws too.
blurb = "The Vox are the broken remnants of a once-proud race, now reduced to little more than \
scavenging vermin who prey on isolated stations, ships or planets to keep their own ancient arkships \
alive. They are four to five feet tall, reptillian, beaked, tailed and quilled; human crews often \
refer to them as 'shitbirds' for their violent and offensive nature, as well as their horrible \
smell.<br/><br/>Most humans will never meet a Vox raider, instead learning of this insular species through \
dealing with their traders and merchants; those that do rarely enjoy the experience."
blurb = "The Vox are remnants of an ancient race, that originate from arkships. \
These bioengineered, reptilian, beaked, and quilled beings have a physiological caste system and follow 'The Inviolate' tenets.<br/><br/> \
Breathing pure nitrogen, they need specialized masks and tanks for survival outside their arkships. \
Their insular nature limits their involvement in broader galactic affairs, maintaining a distinct, yet isolated presence away from other species."
breathid = "n2"
@@ -8,11 +8,10 @@
skinned_type = /obj/item/stack/sheet/fur
unarmed_type = /datum/unarmed_attack/claws
blurb = "Vulpkanin are a species of sharp-witted canine-pideds residing on the planet Altam just barely within the \
dual-star Vazzend system. Their politically de-centralized society and independent natures have led them to become a species and \
culture both feared and respected for their scientific breakthroughs. Discovery, loyalty, and utilitarianism dominates their lifestyles \
to the degree it can cause conflict with more rigorous and strict authorities. They speak a guttural language known as 'Canilunzt' \
which has a heavy emphasis on utilizing tail positioning and ear twitches to communicate intent."
blurb = "Vulpkanin are bipedal canid-like beings from the Vazzend binary system, having been forced from their homeworld by a cataclysmic event and scattered throughout the Orion Sector. \
While Vulpkanin are chiefly led by independent planetary governments, they also serve under a loose federation known as The Assembly.<br/><br/> \
Their religious systems traditionally pay tribute to an all-infusing universal will called 'Racht'. \
Vulpkanin groups are minor players in galactic affairs, and are largely concerned with the focus of restoration of their homeworld."
species_traits = list(LIPS)
clothing_flags = HAS_UNDERWEAR | HAS_UNDERSHIRT | HAS_SOCKS