Pixels

Pixels are the basic currency of Starbound and are used for a variety of things. The first of which you come across being the pixel printer on your ship. Upon dieing, the player will lose some pixels.

Uses

 * Scanning an item into the pixel printer's database.
 * Crafting an item from the pixel printer that is in its database.

Obtaining

 * Breaking capsules found on a plannet.
 * Killing alien life forms with anything except the hunting bow may result in pixels.