Ovandos

Ovandos is a fictional planet located in the Orion Arm of the Milky Way galaxy. It is characterized by its unique bioluminescent flora and fauna, which create a constantly shifting tapestry of light across its surface. The planet orbits a binary star system, resulting in complex and often unpredictable diurnal cycles. The atmosphere is rich in nitrogen and oxygen, with trace amounts of an unknown noble gas that scientists believe contributes to the planet's unusual electromagnetic properties.

Life on Ovandos has evolved to harness these electromagnetic fields for communication and navigation. The dominant intelligent species, known as the Lumina, are silicon-based organisms that communicate through intricate patterns of light emission and absorption. They are known for their advanced understanding of energy manipulation and their complex societal structures, which are organized around communal energy harvesting and distribution.

The Lumina are generally peaceful and reclusive, preferring to observe rather than interact with off-world species. Their technology is bio-integrated, making it difficult for outsiders to comprehend or replicate. Exploration of Ovandos is limited due to the planet's strong magnetic fields, which interfere with conventional spacecraft navigation and life support systems. Research is ongoing to better understand the Lumina and their unique environment.