Hangrian

Hangrian refers to a fictional planet featured in the science fiction novel "The Crimson Nebula" by author Anya Sharma. On Hangrian, the dominant sentient species is known as the K'tharr, a reptilian race characterized by their thick, scaly hides and their ability to survive in extreme temperature fluctuations. The planet itself is known for its vast, arid deserts interspersed with jagged mountain ranges and underground cavern systems where much of the K'tharr civilization resides.

The atmosphere of Hangrian is thin and rich in nitrogen, making it largely inhospitable to most off-world species without specialized life support. Its sun, a binary star system, causes extreme diurnal temperature shifts, with scorching days and freezing nights. The K'tharr have adapted to these conditions through their unique physiology and sophisticated geothermal energy systems that maintain habitable temperatures within their subterranean cities.

Historically, Hangrian has been a relatively isolated planet, with the K'tharr largely focused on internal development and managing their challenging environment. Their society is structured around a communal hierarchy, with a strong emphasis on resource conservation and collective survival. The novel "The Crimson Nebula" explores the K'tharr's initial contact with an interstellar trading guild and the subsequent cultural and technological exchanges that begin to reshape their ancient ways of life. The planet's unique geological formations and the K'tharr's adaptation to its harsh conditions are central themes explored in the narrative.