Basalites
The People of the Rock
In the era most pristine, yet untouched by time.
In the far outstretching spaces down below,
The Creator, thereupon waves her molten pillow;
And whips the torrid oozing slag until it becomes molten white
The forces meet, now wed in force and beauty
The Creator laboured, heavy-hearted
Till at last, in His full conception
He moulds the people of the Rock.
Author Unknown
The Basalites, also known as the People of the Rock are a large and powerful species who reside deep within Magma Chambers within Oikia. While often sporting a rock like humanoid form, they can have many other forms; some are tiny, some are tall, and some are gargantuan and filling caverns. Although covered by many course layer of slag and basalt, a rich metallic core is embedded within the Centre of the Basalite, serving as the focal point of the consciousness of the being. Due to the preference for hot temperatures to maintain a rich layer of rock around the Basalite, they are rarely seen by humanity. They prefer to live with their own kind deep underground. The Basalites are a relatively peaceful species, with an inclination towards music, learning, and the arts.