Angolra

Angolra is a fictional planet within the Andromeda Galaxy, notable for its unique geological composition and unusual atmospheric phenomena. Discovered by the exploration vessel *Odyssey* in the late 23rd century, Angolra orbits a binary star system, resulting in dramatic diurnal temperature fluctuations. Its surface is characterized by vast crystalline deserts, where silicate-based formations shimmer with an internal luminescence, and deep oceanic trenches filled with a viscous, ammonia-rich liquid.

The atmosphere of Angolra is a dense mixture of nitrogen, argon, and trace amounts of volatile organic compounds, which, when interacting with solar radiation from the binary stars, produces frequent, localized electrical storms. These storms, known as "lumina showers," are a primary source of illumination during Angolra's prolonged twilight periods. Life on Angolra, if it exists, has yet to be conclusively identified, though preliminary scans have detected complex organic molecules in the planet's oceans and subsurface ice deposits. Further research is ongoing to understand the potential for extremophilic organisms to thrive in its harsh environment. The planet's mineral wealth, particularly rare isotopes found within its crystalline structures, has made it a point of interest for interstellar mining corporations, though its extreme conditions present significant logistical challenges.