Gormotti

Lore & Background

The Gormotti are one of the many races inhabiting the world of Alrest, characterized by their feline ears and tails. They live primarily in the lush, rolling plains of the Gormott Province, where they engage in farming, trade, and other civilian pursuits. Unlike the militaristic groups on Mira, the Gormotti have no centralized military structure; instead, they rely on local militias and Drivers for protection. Their culture emphasizes harmony with nature and community, and they are known for their warm hospitality. In Xenoblade Chronicles 2, they play a key role as allies to the protagonist, offering support and resources rather than engaging in large-scale combat against mechanical foes.

In Their Own Story

The wind howled across the salt flats of Mira, carrying the scent of ozone and dust. Sergeant Kael adjusted his exosuit's HUD, watching the horizon ripple with heat haze. A red alert flashed on his comms—a Vahnatai scout had breached the perimeter. He didn't hesitate; he signaled the squad to advance. There was no time for debate or study here, only the cold necessity of survival. As the mechanical beast roared into view, Kael raised his rifle. The Gormotti did not ask why the machines came; they simply ensured humanity remained standing when they left.

Reader's Guide

The Gormotti represent the military backbone of human resistance on Mira. Their primary goal is the protection of settlements and the containment of Vahnatai expansion. Members are typically former soldiers or combat specialists from Earth who adapted to the harsh conditions of the new world. They operate in squads, utilizing exosuits and heavy weaponry designed for anti-mech warfare. In the broader conflict, they act as the first line of defense. While political tensions exist between them and scientific factions like the Zephyr regarding resource allocation, their cooperation is essential for long-term survival against the planet's hostile ecosystem.

Did You Know?

• The Gormotti are a race of humanoid cat-eared people native to Alrest, not a military unit on Mira.
• They appear exclusively in Xenoblade Chronicles 2, not in Xenoblade Chronicles X.
• Their society is civilian-focused, with no connection to New Babel or the Ganglion conflict on Mira.