Alfiarnk

Alfiarnk is a fictional celestial body that appears in the "Chronicles of Xylos" science fiction series. Within the narrative, Alfiarnk is a gas giant located in the Kepler-186 system, notable for its unusual atmospheric composition and the unique lifeforms that are rumored to inhabit its upper layers. The planet is characterized by vibrant, swirling clouds of iridescent gases, primarily composed of nitrogen, methane, and trace amounts of unknown elements that give it a distinctive emerald hue. Its immense gravity and turbulent storms have made direct exploration by conventional spacecraft exceptionally challenging, leading to much of the information about Alfiarnk being speculative or derived from long-range sensor data.

According to the lore, Alfiarnk possesses a strong magnetic field that generates spectacular auroras visible across vast distances. Legends among the Xylosian peoples speak of "sky-whales" and "aether-serpents" that drift through its atmosphere, feeding on atmospheric energy. These creatures are largely considered mythical by the scientific community within the series, though the possibility remains a subject of ongoing debate. The planet's orbit is stable, and it is the sixth planet from its star, Kepler-186. Alfiarnk plays a minor but significant role in the overarching plot, often serving as a point of mystery and a potential source of rare resources or scientific discovery for the characters.