Toptaclar

Toptaclar is a fictional planet located in the Andromeda galaxy. It is known for its unique geological formations and a single, dominant species of sentient life. The planet's surface is characterized by vast, crystalline deserts and towering, naturally occurring spires that reach into its atmosphere. These spires are composed of a mineral unknown to Terran science, which exhibits unusual light-refracting properties.

The dominant species on Toptaclar, the K'tharr, are silicon-based lifeforms. They possess a segmented body structure and communicate through a complex series of bioluminescent pulses emitted from specialized organs. The K'tharr are a peaceful, contemplative society, deeply connected to their planet's environment. Their civilization is ancient, with a rich history recorded in intricate crystalline carvings found within subterranean caverns.

Toptaclar experiences a long, slow orbit around its star, resulting in extreme seasonal variations. During the long periods of intense solar radiation, the K'tharr retreat into these underground systems, emerging only when the surface temperatures are more moderate. Their technology is primarily bio-integrated and organic, focusing on harmonizing with their planet rather than exploiting it. No recorded interactions have occurred between the K'tharr and other known galactic civilizations.