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This amphibious being is an anomaly in the evolutionary process. The Mazian is
an amorphous being, able to change shape so as to resemble other
objects. Hence the nickname Changeling. It is normally a gel- like
amorphous being, each cell existing as a separate entity and yet working in a
harmonious symbiotic relation with the other cells around it. The Mazian has
no central nervous system, rather the outer layer of skin is composed of a
neuro-mesh network. This neuro-mesh is very sensitive and the Changeling's
node covered body allows the Mazian to sense ground vibrations. The nodes are
also extremely sensitive to sonic vibrations. Thus, sonic based attacks are
deadly against the jelly balls. The blob has no internal organs, except a
central ganglion mass which scientists have proven to be some kind of
brain. It is an asexual being that reproduces every ten years. It eats by
absorbing liquids into its body and the Mazian can absorb small objects (hand
grenades included) for temporary storage. Changelings cannot see, but have
evolved a complex form of sonar which allows them to distinguish shapes. They
have a fantastic sense of smell, able to detect residual odors better than a
bloodhound. Their sense of taste is so good that they can use it to
distinguish colors. Mazians also have limited light sensitivity, this allows
them to read. The Changeling's ability to change it's form makes it the
ultimate espionage/infiltration specialist. As the Mazian learns to control
the cell metamorphoses, its chance to accurately duplicate something
increases. At high levels, a Mazian can replicate a humanoid form.
When attempting to replicate, the Changeling flows over an object, internally
records the physical matrix, then copies it. Mazians often pay handsome amounts
of money for Internal Flex Networks (IFN) to aid them in replicating. IFNs are
flexible joint structures that can be manipulated into basic skeletal
outlines. The Changeling uses the skeleton structure to enhance its ability to
duplicate complicated shapes such as living creatures.
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