tahsekva
Tahsekva is a fictional celestial body featured in the science fiction works of author C. J. Cherryh. It is primarily known as the homeworld of the Pyanfar, a prominent alien species in her Foreigner series. The planet is described as having a harsh, arid environment with a binary star system that influences its climate and diurnal cycles. The Pyanfar have adapted to these conditions, developing a culture and physiology suited to their challenging homeworld.
The specifics of tahsekva's geography and atmosphere are often presented as context for the Pyanfar's behavior
The planet's name itself, tahsekva, is part of the Pyanfar language and reflects their connection to their