Akelas

Akelas is a fictional planet featured in the science fiction novel "The Last Starfighter". In the novel, Akelas is a harsh and unforgiving world characterized by its extreme temperatures and volatile atmospheric conditions. It is the homeworld of the Xylos, a sentient alien species known for their advanced technology and formidable warrior culture. The Xylos inhabit subterranean cities and domes to shield themselves from the planet's dangerous environment. Akelas plays a significant role in the narrative as a strategic outpost and a source of conflict for various factions within the fictional universe. The planet's unique ecology and the challenges it presents to its inhabitants are often highlighted to emphasize the resilience and adaptability of the Xylos.