Aravush

Aravush is a fictional celestial body featured in the "Chronicles of Xylos" series by author Elara Vance. Within the narrative, Aravush is depicted as a gas giant, notable for its striking azure atmosphere and a ring system composed of crystalline ice particles. Its moons are a significant element in the lore, with several being inhabited by distinct sentient species.

The primary inhabitants of the Aravush system are the Aeridians, a species of avian humanoids who reside on the largest moon, Zephyr. They are known for their advanced understanding of atmospheric navigation and their deep spiritual connection to Aravush itself, which they revere as a life-giving entity. Another prominent moon, Obsidian, is home to the K'tharr, a silicon-based lifeform adapted to the moon's volcanic terrain and intense heat.

Aravush plays a crucial role in the plot of the "Chronicles of Xylos" as a strategic point for interstellar travel and a source of rare atmospheric gases vital for certain technologies. The series explores the interactions between the various species within the Aravush system and their involvement in the larger political and military conflicts of the Xylos galaxy. The planet's unique atmospheric phenomena, such as the Aurora Borealis-like "Sky Weave," are often described with vivid detail, contributing to the world-building of the series.