Mustic
Mustic is a fictional planet located in the Cygnus X-1 system, as depicted in the novel "Echoes of Andromeda" by Elara Vance. The planet is characterized by its unusually dense atmosphere, which filters out most of the system's harsh radiation, creating a perpetually twilight environment on its surface. This atmospheric condition has led to the evolution of unique flora and fauna, with many species exhibiting bioluminescent properties to navigate and communicate in the dim light. The dominant life form on Mustic is the Lumina, a sentient species described as silicon-based bipeds with crystalline exoskeletons. They possess a collective consciousness, communicating through intricate patterns of light emitted from their bodies.
The Lumina have developed a sophisticated society centered around the harvesting and manipulation of ambient energy,