(Writer's References. Only use if you're a writer, some spoilers ahead.)

If you want to write your own arc in this feel free! Below are the standard characters (even if they haven't shown up yet), and some info about the Novaxan biology.

If you would like, feel free to add, remove, change characters or even go any other way you like! The only reason this story is moderated instead of public is so that nothing gets written that could get it removed or myself kicked.

Characters:

James. A single male human, who hasn't bothered dating in 5 years. He lives alone and works as an engineer. His closest relationship is his sister, who has a bad habit of mocking him for his lack of interest in people.

Aurora (Eventually): Novaxan female that James found dying of dehydration in his back yard. Eventually it will come to light that she ran away from a household across the city that had been abusing her.

Sally: James's little sister, and confidant. She's the one who helps name Aurora, and donates clothing and helps teach her to speak English with James's help and instructional videos. (In most story lines she's all too happy to see her brother has a companion, even if it's an alien that needs help learning to speak.)

Terri: James and Sally's mother. Only appears in the "true" storyline. She helps keep Aurora secret, and acts as a major distraction for Lee when he becomes worried and suspicious, and begins attempting to pry for the secret James is keeping. (She will take time to warm up to James and Aurora, but thanks to Sally will eventually choose to simply be happy for her son.)

Officer Lacy: One of two police officers who discover that James is harboring a Novaxan runaway. Lacy will contact a Novaxan translator and help James get clearance to be Aurora's permanent home.

Officer Alan: Second police officer who discovers that James is harboring Aurora. Alan will be by-the-book as he's new to the job, and show an impressive impartiality.

Aachol'aghchl (Archie): Male Novaxan translator, one of ten cleared to know an Earth language in the U.S. Officer Lacy will have him brought in to translate, and when he discovers that Aurora has been attempting to learn English he will see that she has imprinted on James, he will question James and Aurora separatel and, after seeing their intense care for one another, push for proper clearance wherever he sees it is needed for the two to be together.

Lee: James's boss.

Novaxan Biology:

Novaxans have tiny, smooth scales that dot their skin in the same areas as the pores on humans that produce hair. Their skin colors range from blues and greens to rare red colors, and dull grey-like versions of the same selection. Along their spines, back of their arms and forearms, up their neck bones and around the side of their heads and cheekbones, as well as back of both legs have circle shaped spots roughly half an inch in circumference that shift in color to indicate emotions more accurately than their faces tend to be capable of. These spots are capable of bioluminescence to convey intense emotions. The light shine in these times can range from a dull glow, to shimmering and full shine.

Their eyes have several colors, but no iris, and are often compared to Opal gems. The red, blue, and black specs that scatter their eyes are capable of seeing infrared, ultraviolet, and the human visible spectrum of colors.

Novaxan blood is a light lavender color, while saliva and other mucous based substances are a bubblegum pink color. It has a heavy relaxing effect on humans. The breast milk from a female Novaxan has an almost ecstasy like effect, and is a potent aphrodisiac on humans when ingested.

Novaxan bodies need regular moisture, as it is how they make a thin film of mucous that closes the large gills that sit on the side of their torsos. Their skeletons are just below their skin, with the muscle below that. Most areas of soft structure (breast, belly, butt, throat, etc.) have cartilage holding them into a tucked structure to keep their hydrodynamic figure.

Novaxan names are gutteral vowel sounds, trills, clicks, and chattering sounds which comprise their language as well. Most of them have a strange accent when speaking Earth languages, their tongues tend to fill their mouths and their throats vibrate with the instinctive desire to trill and chatter. They also tend to use softer consonants.

Novaxans don't have noses, and use their tongues similar to serpents to smell the world around them. As such, the tips of their tongues give them scent, while the back of their tongues do the actual tasting. Their nails are dark, and they have no ears. Instead, the sides of their heads form concave shapes that gather sound like satellites, giving them extremely accurate auditory senses. Their teeth are round and lightly serrated, and can retract entirely into their gums. They have four fingers, structured like long human hands without pinky fingers. Their feet have three large toes, and their toes and fingers are webbed. The scales on their body are incredibly smooth unless they need exfoliated.

Novaxans eat raw eggs, fungi, dairy, and rotten fruit. They are capable of eating meats, but most stay clear as it tends to make them develop more predatorial features and shark-like features, which they attempt to steer clear of for the comfort of their hosts. Novaxans age similarly to humans, but keep a youthful appearance aside from dulled colors unless they dehydrate. (As they age dehydration sets in faster.)

Exciting bits: For the Novaxans, chocolate is a potent aphrodisiac, and caffeine acts as a mild sedative. Human sperm can be compatible with their own reproductive system, if the female Novaxan ingests it before insemination. Female Novaxans have a tri-fold vagina with two clitorises. The inside is a deep magenta color. The inside is tightened during sex, due to the cartilage that holds their belly into shape, and the texture is similar to dozens of small rings rubbing at their mate within. Nocaxan vaginas are sealed tightly closed unless they become aroused, so tightly that unless extremely close no hint of sexual organ is visible. Novaxan nipples sink into their body, and when erect the center alone peaks out.

Male Novaxans have a clasp that hides their penis, unless aroused. Their testicles remain inside their body, while their penis has rings of nodules and tend to average around 4 inches in length amongst the non carnivorous men. Those who eat meat can get up to 9 inches, and their skin color tends to be closer to orange and red.