Classifications

This article contains commonly-used classifications for creatures, as defined by the Imperial Science Commission (ISC) in accordance with Imperial Decree 1049-B.

Classes
Each discovered organism in the Ilaran Empire is assigned a class (1-5) in accordance with its level of danger to sentient life forms.

Class 1
Class-1 organisms are largely safe, and are commonly kept as a child's first pet. A Class-1 rating is largely used for smaller prey animals and other at-risk organisms.

Class 2
Class-2 organisms are safe to handle and interact with under normal conditions, and can be trained to act as family protectors. A Class-2 rating is largely used for organisms that, while able to defend themselves in extreme circumstances, are not considered dangerous enough for any special measures.

Class 3
Class-3 organisms are predator animals, but can be trained to be loyal pets and guardians. A Class-3 rating is generally used for larger, territorial animals that warrant certain safety protocols.

Class 4
Class-4 organisms are predator animals of large size that pose a frequent threat to sentient life, and cannot be trained or domesticated. A Class-4 rating is generally used for "Apex" level organisms which may or may not be at risk, but that can cause great damage if not dealt with by experienced personnel.

Class 5
Class-5 organisms are those rare life forms that not only pose a severe threat to sentient life, but are sentient enough themselves to harm others for the fun of it. A Class-5 rating is reserved for any organism that can cause instant and certain death.