One of the most influential and important species in the Alpha quadrant, Humans originate from the planet Earth in the Sol system. With an overly warlike nature, the species early history is dominated by conflict. It was only with the birth of warp propulsion and the ensuing first contact with the Vulcan people, that mankind truely began to overcome their differences. By 2113 poverty, hunger and war had been wiped out and humanity had become a significant interstellar power.

As founding members of the United Federation of Planets, established in 2161, Humans make up a significant portion of its population and therefore also tend to dominate its political structure and organisations such as Starfleet. Small wonder then, that they are also regarded as the average measure for a bi-pedal humanoid.

Physically, however, Humans are anything but averagem, with great varity between individuals. As with most species there are two genders, male and female, but unusually there are several different racial groups.

Humanity makes up the bulk of Starfleet personnel in the quadrant and also the majority of the civilian population. Their presence in the quadrant, and the presence of the Federation, has, in many ways, destablised the quadrant. The F'asa sector has seen more conflict since Mankind's arrival than it did in the previous century. However, their presence has also successfully brought together two traditional enemies within the quadrant: The Falcarians and the Ssorans.

INFORMATION

Species: Human
Classification: Bi-pedal Humanoid
Affiliation: United Federation of Planets
Homeworld: Earth
Location: Alpha Quadrant

Special Abilities:
The Human race has become known throught the Federation for its courage, resiliance and adaptability. The Human ability to work individually and with others to a common goal is reknowned.

Traits:
Adaptable, intelligent, capable of unique, expressive and creative thought

Description:
There is no such thing as an average human - as a species Humanity encompasses a great deal of variation. Males tend to be slightly taller and broader in build than females. Females also tend to style their hair with longer and more elaborate styles. Skin tone varies from extremely pale to extremely dark. The female figure is also more curved than that of the male. Average height tends to be around 5'6".