Tzenkethi Coalition
The Tzenkethi are a warp-capable civilization native to the planet Tzenketh in the Alpha Quadrant. The reptilian Tzenkethi are led by a ruler known as the Autarch.
Government
Aggressive and territorial, the Tzenkethi Coalition is led by a ruler known as the Autarch. The Tzenkethi government is a kratocracy, and the Autarch retains their position for as long as they can hold onto power, which transitions via coups. Under the Autarch are a series of appointed ministers, known as Tzelnira, whose job is to maintain order during shifts of power. The Tzenkethi have a well-earned reputation for pragmatism and ruthlessness, with mercy only being granted to those who earn it. Tzenkethi have little respect for weakness or frailty, but acknowledge cunning as a variant form of strength. Early in the 24th Century, the Tzenkethi engaged in several skirmishes with the Klingon Empire and fought a border war against the Federation in the mid-24th century.
Tzenkethi technology generally lags behind that of the other regional powers, but they make up for this through brute force and over-engineering, making their large ships a viable threat to even the most advanced starships of the Alpha Quadrant.
Physiology
A reptilian species, Tzenkethi resemble large, bipedal dinosaurs. There are a variety of Tzenkethi subspecies ranging from 2m to 3m tall, some resembling bipedal humanoid versions of theropod dinosaurs like the tyrannosaurids while others appeared to have evolved from ceratopsian-like creatures. Tzenkethi are naturally strong, with tough hides and some also possessing bony plates for additional protection. All Tzenkethi who leave their homeworld do so heavily armored, with soldiers wearing defensive body armor with built-in weaponry and equipment. Specialists have additional equipment built into their armour, such as sensors, surgical equipment, or heavy mortars.
