Viialis

Viialis is a fictional planet located in the outer rim of the Xylos galaxy. It is known for its unique geological formations and its small, but resilient, native population. The planet's surface is characterized by vast crystalline deserts and towering, naturally formed obsidian spires. These spires are thought to be the result of ancient volcanic activity, where molten obsidian was rapidly cooled by the planet's thin atmosphere.

The atmosphere of Viialis is primarily composed of nitrogen and argon, with trace amounts of methane, making it unbreathable for most known species. However, the native inhabitants, the Lumina, have adapted to these conditions over millennia. The Lumina are a silicon-based lifeform, appearing as small, bioluminescent beings that communicate through subtle shifts in their internal light patterns. They subsist on minerals extracted from the planet's crust.

Viialis has attracted the attention of off-world explorers and researchers due to its unusual mineral composition and the mystery surrounding the Lumina's origins. Several research outposts have been established on the planet, primarily focused on studying the unique crystalline structures and the Lumina's biology. Despite its harsh environment, Viialis remains a subject of scientific fascination and a testament to the diversity of life that can exist in the universe.