The author most recently explained it in this journal: http://haikujaguar.livejournal.com/1373894.html The true aliens in the series are the weird ones like Flitzbe (photosynthetic psychic balls of fuzz), Chatcaava (shapeshifting dragon-like mammals, females have four arms instead of wings), Platies (flat aquatic creatures), and Akubi (giant bird-like creatures). Hard to believe the Eldritch had the Alliance fooled for so long.
Yes, Aera ( http://mcah.wikia.com/wiki/Aera ) are a blend of fox, mongoose, big cats, human, deer, and sparrow. While Ciracaana ( http://mcah.wikia.com/wiki/Ciracaana ).
The author most recently explained it in this journal: http://haikujaguar.livejournal.com/1373894.html The true aliens in the series are the weird ones like Flitzbe (photosynthetic psychic balls of fuzz), Chatcaava (shapeshifting dragon-like mammals, females have four arms instead of wings), Platies (flat aquatic creatures), and Akubi (giant bird-like creatures). Hard to believe the Eldritch had the Alliance fooled for so long.