| Background |
A genetically altered race created by the Founders (changelings), their
role is that of the shock troops for the Dominion. Usually, if a
Dominion world violates the rules set up for it, the result is a visit
by the Jem'Hadar. Essentially they are the security force for the
Dominion. A newly born Jem'Hadar matures to the equivalent of age
10 in only 2 weeks. Linguistic skills and cognitive reasoning are
also programmed into the genetic code. They do not sleep or eat,
needing only the White. There are no females so reproduction relies
on birthing chambers. Few reach the age of 15, and those of age 20
or more are considered honored elders. The edict of the Jem'Hadar
is best summed up in their battle cry "Victory is Life". |
| Editors Notes |
The Jem'Hadar have the ability to turn invisible to the naked eye at
will, but can be seen by instruments that pick up other ranges of lightwaves.
It is unknown at this time if this is due to an innate ability or a form
of Cloaking device. They excell in close quarters fighting, and rival
the Klingons for their battle lust.
They are kept under control of the Founders with a severly addictive
drug known as Ketrecel White. It's exact properties are unknown,
and must be given to them at regular intervals by the Vorta (the Founders
representatives to the Jem'Hadar). Any warrior that disobeys the
Vorta results in the withdrawal of the drug, and severe withdrawal symptoms
and often death are a result. |
