Skolv

Skolv is a fictional celestial body featured in the science fiction novel "Nova Terra" by Anya Sharma. Within the narrative, Skolv is described as a gas giant located in the outer reaches of the Kepler-186 system. Its immense size and dense atmosphere are key characteristics, contributing to its gravitational influence on the system's inner planets.

The planet's atmosphere is said to be a swirling mix of hydrogen, helium, and exotic gases, giving it a distinctive violet hue. Skolv is also known for its powerful magnetic field, which generates spectacular auroral displays visible across vast distances. While Skolv itself is uninhabitable due to extreme temperatures and pressures, it plays a crucial role in the orbital mechanics of "Nova Terra," influencing the trajectories of comets and asteroids. The novel suggests that Skolv may hold undiscovered resources or unique atmospheric phenomena that could be of scientific interest to the human colonists in the story. Its discovery and subsequent study are part of the broader exploration efforts undertaken by the inhabitants of the Kepler-186 system.