Shammatans are humanoids that evolved from large mammalian predators. They sport skin flaps on their neck which functions as olfactory organs. Their skin is grey and hairless, and their eyes are black and featureless. They have no nose, and sport pointed teeth. The average Shammatan stand 180 cm tall and weighs 75 kg. He has black, featureless eyes and grey skin. Shammatans live in a militaristic society, which promotes the superiority of the Shammatan species, discipline, skill at arms, and the subjugation of other species.