Xanthara

Xanthara is a planet in the Xantharan system, located in the outer regions of the Zephyr Sector. It supports a range of biomes, from temperate forests to arid deserts, and is named for its pale, sun-burnished landscapes.

The planet measures roughly 1.15 Earth radii with a predominantly rocky crust and two large basins. Land cover is variable, with coastal plains, high deserts, savannas, and temperate forests. Oceans cover about one third of the surface.

Ancient Xanthari city-states gradually formed a federal polity. In the modern era, Xanthara joined an interstellar federation and maintains a semi-autonomous status.

Population around 7.5 million; official language Xanthari, with regional dialects and a common trade language. The capital is Lumen, a coastal metropolis; governance is a parliamentary federation with a central council and eight regional administrations.

Economy relies on clean energy, agriculture in moist basins, electronic components, and ecotourism. Key exports include solar panel components and saffron-like crops. The federal budget emphasizes education, research, and environmental protection.

Ecology includes endemic flora and fauna adapted to diverse climates; conservation programs focus on protecting watershed areas and desert-dwelling species. Cultural life features science and arts, with annual Festival of Light highlighting renewable energy achievements.