Lotud

Lotud is a fictional planet featured in the science fiction novel "The Gilded Cage" by author R.J. Miller. It is depicted as a remote world with a harsh, arid climate, characterized by vast deserts and extreme temperature fluctuations. The planet's surface is sparsely populated, with most settlements existing underground to escape the brutal conditions.

The indigenous life forms of Lotud are said to be resilient, adapted to survive with minimal resources. These creatures often possess hardened exoskeletons and efficient water conservation mechanisms. The primary inhabitants of Lotud are the human colonists who arrived centuries prior, establishing a fragile existence centered around mining rare minerals found beneath the planet's surface.

Lotud's economy is heavily reliant on the extraction and export of these minerals, which are crucial for advanced technologies in the wider galactic community. This dependence has led to a stratified society, with wealthy mining corporations holding significant power over the planet's governance and its population. The narrative of "The Gilded Cage" explores the social and political tensions arising from this economic structure and the struggle for survival on Lotud. The planet's isolation also plays a role in the story, contributing to a sense of detachment from galactic affairs and fostering a unique, often insular, culture among its inhabitants.