OlympianBiomorph [Genotype, Ideal Parahuman]Olympians are a high-end modern genotype that emerged during the Utopian Era, improving on the transgenic sequences introduced during the development of the Exalt. They feature many of the same species modifications that the Exalt has with a handful more, making them slightly more complex. This complexity didn't stop them from being a popular genotype for much of the inner sphere, however, as well as on a number of frontier worlds and urban worlds alike. It was in particular heavily associated with Sino-Civ, since it appeared for some time to be the default morph of Sino-Civ, although this popularity is often exaggerated. The genotype still exists today, mostly in the inner-sphere and among inner sphere polities, although it's no longer universally associated with SIno-Civ and is instead more strongly associated with the Regency, the Imperium, StarMech, and the Verge Consortium.
A number of the changes that make the Exalt more complex overall include the tweaking of the parts of the brain that are responsible for sleep - in particular the hippocampus and other areas - reducing the need for sleep globally while also improving the immune system and boosting the rate at which cells heal themselves. While the original model Olympian didn't feature it, modern versions of the genotype also feature improved filtration systems and boosted immune systems, making them highly resilient to poisons and diseases. Furthermore, it has more improvements to strength, health, intelligence, and athleticism, although the tweaking of the neurochemistry resulted in a slight tendency towards overconfidence and a very strong sense of self-worth, which can make the genotype unpopular in areas that prefer more egalitarian outlooks. However, overall, the Olympian is a clear and marked improvement over the Exalt, even if the increased complexity of the genotype makes it less common as a result. Interesting Facts
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Olympian 126 points
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ST +2 [20]; DX +2 [40]; IQ +1 [20]; HT +3 [30]
Appearance (Attractive, humans only, -20%) [2]; Less Sleep 2 [4]; Rapid Healing [5]; Resistant to Disease (+8) [5]; Resistant to Poison (+3) [5]. Sanitized Metabolism [1]. Overconfidence (12) [-5]. Proud [-1]. Extended Lifespan; Longevity; Reproductive Control; Taboo Traits (Genetic Defects, Mental Instability). |