Hammeron

Hammeron is a fictional planet featured in the science fiction novel "The Price of Stars" by Michel G. Masson. The planet is depicted as a harsh, arid world with a thin atmosphere, making it challenging for human colonization. Its surface is characterized by vast deserts, rocky plains, and extreme temperature fluctuations between day and night.

The primary inhabitants of Hammeron are the indigenous Hammeronians, a species adapted to the planet's unforgiving environment. They are described as resilient and resourceful, with a deep understanding of their world's ecosystems. Their society is often portrayed as tribal, with a strong emphasis on survival and community.

Hammeron plays a significant role in the narrative of "The Price of Stars" as a potential source of valuable resources, attracting the attention of off-world corporations and explorers. The planet's unique geology and scarce water reserves create conflict between the native Hammeronians and the arriving human factions, who seek to exploit its mineral wealth and establish mining operations. This exploitation often leads to environmental degradation and cultural clashes, forming a central theme of the novel. The story explores the ethical implications of colonization and the impact of industrialization on indigenous populations and their homeworlds.