Species

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Many different species exist in the Destiny universe, both player-controllable and non-player characters (NPCs). While it is unknown whether all NPC species are antagonistic, Bungie has confirmed some information about hostile enemy species.

Player Species

Friendly species, including player species, live in The City and are protected by the Traveler and the Guardians (players).

At least five factions have been confirmed, though it is unknown whether any species can belong to any faction. In addition, Guardians can choose from at least three available player classes, though once again, it is unknown whether any species can play as any class.

Human

Humans are the first (and presumably most common) sapient species on Earth. Bungie has described the human species in Destiny as "relatable, tough, and uncomplicated."

In terms of player design, Bungie drew its inspiration for humans from military, sports stars, and action movie heroes.

Exo

Exo are a player species described by Bungie as "sinister, powerful, and tireless." Nothing more has been confirmed about them at this time.

In terms of player design, Bungie drew its inspiration for the Exo from such sources as the Master Chief, The Terminator, and the undead.

Awoken

Awoken are a player species described by Bungie as "exotic, beautiful, and mysterious." Nothing more has been confirmed about them at this time.

In terms of player design, Bungie drew its inspiration for the Awoken from such mythological creatures as elves, vampires, ghosts, and angels.

Non-Playable Species

Cabal

The Cabal (nicknamed "war rhinos") are hulking, rhinoceros-like aliens that wield heavier weapons and drive huge vehicles that compliment their size. In concept art, Cabal appear to be much larger and stronger than humans.

Cabal are confirmed to use dropships to deploy soldiers. It is additionally speculated that Cabal may have different ranks or classes (including Legionnaires and Centurions, though this information has not been confirmed.

Fallen

The Fallen are an alien race of wandering nomads that, in shape, seem to resemble humans (though some classes have an extra pair of arms, giving rise to the nickname "Spider Pirates"). In concept art released by Bungie, The Fallen have been shown to have a legged, walking tank (called, fittingly, the Spider Tank) in their arsenal and, in multiple pieces of concept art, have been shown to wield staffs and a small floating orb of unknown function.

At least three "clases" of Fallen exist: Captain, Vandal, and Dreg.

Hive

The Hive (nicknamed Space Zombies) are an alien race in Destiny.

Vex

The Vex are "time-traveling robots." The Vex have been described by Bungie as having a "fascinating" fiction behind them, "which, in turn, creates one of the coolest deaths in the game."