Alustade

Alustade is a fictional planet featured in the science fiction novel "The Stars My Destination" by Alfred Bester. The planet is a significant location in the story, serving as a hub for commerce and a place of refuge for those seeking to escape the consequences of their actions. It is depicted as a technologically advanced and somewhat lawless world, where individuals can disappear and reinvent themselves.

In the narrative, Alustade is home to a diverse population, including outlaws, criminals, and those with specialized skills. The planet's economy is driven by trade and the black market, making it a melting pot of different species and cultures. The environment of Alustade is described as harsh and unforgiving, with extreme weather conditions and a dangerous landscape. Despite its challenges, Alustade offers a sense of freedom and anonymity to its inhabitants, attracting those who wish to live outside the established societal norms of other planets.

The planet plays a crucial role in the protagonist Gully Foyle's quest for revenge. He travels to Alustade in search of information and resources to aid him in his mission. The interactions and events that occur on Alustade contribute significantly to the development of Foyle's character and the unfolding of the plot. The planet's unique atmosphere and its inhabitants' resilient nature underscore the themes of survival, adaptation, and the pursuit of justice within the novel.