THE SHADOW PLANET

Intro

Imagine a world where the horizon is always bathed in a violet glow, where the temperature never swings too hot or too cold, and where time flows a little differently than what you might expect. Welcome to the Shadow Planet, a unique celestial body that promises to be as mysterious as it is inviting. 

Year and size

A full year on the Shadow Planet is roughly 800 S days, or about 16,000 Earth hours. The planet itself has a radius between 0.8 and 1.0 times that of Earth, which is around 6,300 to 7,900 km (3,914 to 4,909 miles), and its mass is about half to equal that of Earth. Its surface area is around 80% of Earth’s, so it’s still large enough to feel expansive but with plenty of room to explore.

Distance from Maro

The Shadow Planet orbits Maro, a red dwarf star, at a distance of 1.6 AU, or roughly 239.4 million kilometers (148 million miles). With its cool, consistent climate, it’s in that sweet spot where life thrives with minimal adaptation.

Temperatures and weather

As you step onto the surface, the temperature remains perpetually cool, comfortably falling between 5°C and 15°C (41°F to 59°F) during the day when the violet horizon and two stars combine their light. Nighttime, however, brings a red-lit horizon and cooler temperatures ranging from -5°C to 5°C (23°F to 41°F). It’s a place where you won’t ever have to worry about sweltering heat, but you might need a jacket when the sun goes down.

Day and Night cycle

A single day on the Shadow Planet lasts 20 hours, keeping its residents on their toes with a rhythm that’s a little faster than Earth’s typical 24-hour rotation. When it comes to weeks, don’t expect seven days like we’re used to. On this planet, a week stretches out to 8 days, each with its own unique name: Ruday, Randay, Lavuday, Viriday, Verday, Aeruday, Ureuday and Saceday.