Scrimak

The Scrimak are a gigantic race of beings, and former residents of the Matoran Universe known for their intense courtesy in speaking and their strong philosophical contributions.

History
Several thousand years ago, the Scrimak contacted the Theropx in Odina, who were being systematically killed by the Dark Hunters for control of their home. The Scrimak decided to rescue several hundred thousands of Theropx and took them with them, where they integrated into their society.

The Scrimak who survived the reign of Teridax migrated to Spherus Magna and integrated into the unified society.

Abilities and Traits
The Scrimak are giant bipedal reptilian beings. The membranes on the sides of their faces are organs that act as heat receptors.

With a size equivalent to twice the average Toa, the Scrimak are incredibly strong. They have the characteristics of a perfect predator, but they are actually peaceful. Scrimak have poor eyesight, and often use eye implants to compensate for it.

Society
The Scrimak are known as great philosophers. Several theories from members of the species were taught in the schools of Ga Metru. They are also very educated, almost to the point of exaggeration; no matter how angry they are, the Scrimak will remain formal, even with those they want dead.

The Scrimak have two great philosophical schools to which each member subscribes, each focused on a different lifestyle:
 * On the one hand, there is a group that pursues the truth, whose members are distinguished by wearing red armor.
 * On the other hand, there is a group that pursues ideals, whose members are distinguished by wearing blue armor.

Some Scrimak choose not to belong to either of these two schools, and they indicate it using armor that combines the colors red and blue.

The Scrimak are one of the few races from the Matoran Universe that often wear garments. Being a very cultured society, clothing is often used as a form of social communication. In fact, among the rulers and important figures, the costumes are highly codified.

Relations with the Theropx
Thanks to the role they played in saving the Theropx, the Scrimak received their everlasting gratitude and service. Although for the external observers the relation can be interpreted as a form of slavery, the reality is very different; the Theropx have been integrated into all levels of Scrimak society, and most consider it an honor to serve them.

The Scrimak prohibit violence in their culture, thinking that makes them less empathetic. Instead, the Theropx usually volunteer to fight on their behalf.

Army
The Scrimak army is relatively small and focuses largely on defense against external threats. This is complemented by Theropx combat specialists: spies, saboteurs and trained assassins. Because of their cultural rejection of violence, the Scrimak often depend on the Theropx to go to war.

Examples

 * Morvax
 * Vherum