Jalek

The jalek are a jackal-like humanoid race and are the most prominent race in the Norisian Covenant. The Honor Guard of the Oracles, jalek warriors are fast, cunning, and are the most advanced race of the known systems. Not much is factually confirmed about jalek society or their homeworld, Murtos. Most information comes from intercepted transmissions or interrogations.

History
The jalek were the last to make official contact with Erathis. An incident at the Beta Gate at site A-02 triggered a cover-up that halted research and exploration through the Gate. When the jalek began invading the other systems, it was discovered covert strike teams were using the Gates on Erathis to find the other planets. The former-IPA systems were heavily outmatched to the jalek’s superior military, but after several advancements the jalek were driven back. These events and the jalek’s discovery of more Ardaithian sites on the former-IPA systems lead to the formation of the Norisian Covenant.

Jaleks are commonly seen as paladins, warriors wholly dedicated to their religion and serving their god. Their society seems to be structured on the principles of servitude and merit, rewarding those who accomplish the wishes of their leaders, especially the Oracles of the Covenant. Their strike teams are commonly made up of members that have proven themselves in combat and are seen as heroic apostles of their religion. Historically, most strike teams are sent on high-value suicide missions to bring themselves honor.