Looks like catsuit is back on the menu boys! Joking aside, I was able to do a fairly quick turnaround on this character because of the high quality base meshes available on the blender website. I will probably be redoing the captain using one of the male base meshes.
Background on Dr. Shira:
Dr. Lyra Shira, a Xenthari xenoanthropologist and first contact specialist, hails from the technologically advanced and environmentally conscious planet Xenthos, located in the outer rim of the Halcyon universe. Born in the floating city of Luminaris, Lyra exhibited a keen intellect and curiosity about other cultures from a young age. Her studies in xenobiology and cultural anthropology at the University of Xenthos earned her numerous awards and recognition for her groundbreaking research on alien social structures. Known for her analytical mind, keen observation skills, and empathetic nature, Lyra's calm demeanor and scientific acumen made her an ideal candidate for the Xenthari Interstellar Exploration Corps, focusing on first contact scenarios and the study of alien cultures.
Lyra's home planet, Xenthos, orbits a binary star system and features diverse climates, floating islands, underwater cities, and towering mountain ranges. The planet is rich with bioluminescent flora and fauna, creating a dazzling nighttime landscape. The Xenthari species, characterized by smooth, pale skin that changes color to reflect emotions and large expressive eyes adapted to low light, communicate through a combination of spoken language and bioluminescent signals.
Throughout her career, Lyra successfully mediated first contact with multiple alien species, avoiding potential conflicts and fostering peaceful relations. She published numerous papers on alien social structures, communication methods, and cultural practices and developed protocols for first contact scenarios now standard in interstellar exploration missions. In her free time, Lyra enjoys studying ancient Xenthari history, practicing traditional dances, and exploring new cuisines from different worlds. Equipped with a multi-functional device for recording observations, translating languages, and projecting holographic images, Lyra is a crucial member of the crew in "Halcyon," contributing her expertise in first contact scenarios and cultural studies, and helping navigate complex diplomatic situations.