Definitions by aramis erak
sophont
A Sentient or Sapient being. It's root suggests the word means: beings with the ability to impart wisdom, from the Greek "sophos" (sage).
The Scout Service has extensive evaluations for whether or not a given alien is a sophont, and if it is, it is a protected being under Imperial law.
sophont by aramis erak September 25, 2012
sophant
Hecateus spells sophont as sophant, making me wonder if he's actually read the Traveller rules where it originates.
sophant by aramis erak September 25, 2012