Kestran

Kestran is a fictional planet within the Kestran system, located in the outer rim of the galaxy. Its surface is characterized by vast, arid plains dotted with towering crystalline rock formations that refract sunlight, creating a perpetual twilight effect. The atmosphere is thin and rich in nitrogen, with trace amounts of oxygen. Life on Kestran has adapted to these harsh conditions, with most flora consisting of hardy, silicon-based organisms that draw sustenance from geothermal vents. Fauna is scarce, typically comprising small, burrowing creatures and resilient, insect-like scavengers.

The planet's primary geological feature is the Great Crystal Desert, a region where the crystalline formations are exceptionally large and densely packed. These crystals are believed to possess unique energy-conducting properties, though their exact nature remains a subject of scientific study. Kestran has no known indigenous sentient species. Its potential for resource extraction, particularly rare mineral deposits found within the crystalline structures, has attracted limited exploration efforts from various interstellar corporations. These expeditions have been largely unsuccessful due to the extreme environment and the challenges of sustained habitation. The Kestran system is sparsely populated, with Kestran itself being uninhabited.