#proximian

had the idea that the computer tablets on Proxima b are primarily meant to be held by their arms and tapped on by their whiskers, so I envisioned this cute, young couple talking over one!

Say hello to the species that made first contact with Earth in the 2200s in Bellatrix's setting - the Proximians! They live on Proxima b, a planet with more water on it than Earth, thus, they've got very aquatic adaptations! Their upper arms are less dextrous, so they have prehensile whiskers! Other features of these creatures: - They can see into infrared, so that's why their eyes look weird! They also have bigger pupils, since Proxima Centauri is a dimmer red dwarf. - They are able to float easily on water by puffing up their lower halves, using their multiple sets of lungs to do so! - When their ears go up, this generally means they're aggressive or upset. Ears go down, they're happy, excited, etc. - Their scales are waterproof, allowing them much easier switching between aquatic and terrestrial environments! - They're affectionately nicknamed "Dragon Boats" on Earth! This isn't an exhausted list, there's more to them that I can show slowly over time! Please enjoy them! If you'd like to make an OC of one, or ask any questions about them, just lemme know!