Portuss

Portuss is a fictional planet located in the fictional Andromeda Galaxy. It is known for its unique geological formations and a singular, sentient species that inhabits its surface. The planet's atmosphere is rich in nitrogen and oxygen, with trace amounts of an unknown gas that gives the sky a distinctive violet hue. Its terrain is characterized by vast, crystalline deserts and towering, eroded rock spires. These spires are believed to be the result of aeons of wind erosion and tectonic activity.

The dominant life form on Portuss, known as the Portussians, are silicon-based organisms. They possess a crystalline exoskeletal structure and communicate through a series of resonant vibrations. Portussians are known for their slow, deliberate movements and their deep connection to the planet's geological processes. They do not appear to have a complex societal structure in the human sense, instead existing in small, communal clusters that are deeply integrated with the planetary environment. Their lifecycle is exceptionally long, and they reproduce asexually by budding. Limited information exists regarding their technology or culture, as they have shown little inclination to interact with off-world species. The planet's gravity is approximately 1.2 times that of Earth.