Arivalga

Arivalga is a fictional celestial body featured in the works of author K.J. Parker. It is depicted as a planet with a unique and challenging environment that plays a significant role in the narrative of his novels. The planet's atmosphere is described as dense and corrosive, making surface exploration difficult and requiring specialized equipment. Its geological features are often characterized by harsh, alien landscapes, including jagged mountains and acidic seas.

The inhabitants of Arivalga, if any exist in a biological sense, are not extensively detailed. The focus of Parker's writing tends to be on the human or humanoid characters who interact with or attempt to colonize Arivalga. These characters often face extreme survival conditions, driven by various motivations such as scientific curiosity, resource acquisition, or escape from other circumstances. The planet's isolation and the dangers it presents contribute to themes of resilience, adaptation, and the consequences of human endeavor in hostile environments. Arivalga serves as a backdrop that amplifies the struggles and decisions of the characters, testing their limits and shaping their destinies. Its presence in Parker's stories highlights his tendency to create worlds where the environment is as much a character as the individuals within it.