Concept art of Torusk or Torusque, as I originally named them. These are a mammalian/reptilian species with a body-build similar to that of an otter. These characters in particular are a special group of pilots who man small, single-seat aircraft, acting almost like air-bound foot soldiers by maneuvering around larger and sometimes slower aircraft. Most preferred among these smaller aircraft is a hybrid jet-pack/glider, which the user can get into or detach from easily. A dust and water-repellent exo-shield is often fitted over a standard pilot helmet in order to preserve the integrity of their line of sight during air time in these machines.