Sirkkas

Sykantis are bipedal, apex predators which are known for their highly-specialized, bladed forearms, which they utilize to strike down prey and eviscerate competitors. Warriors of the shadows, they leap from tall treetops and cliff faces to strike and ambush with their bladed forearms outstretched.

The skeleton of a Sykantis is composed of segmented chitin with high concentrations of calcium carbonate. This gives a Sykantis superior natural armor, while still allowing complete mobility and versatility of movements. Their compound eyes, ocelli, and antenna have all fused into one singular organ that forms a distinct crescent shape around their head - this organ is capable of sensing heat traces, sound waves, and 12 cones of color. Fatty acids are stored within their abdomen, which forms into a tail-like appendage used for mating, battling, and balancing atop of trees. They are capable of rudimentary flight, but prefer to utilize their wings for balance.