Planet Xylenus, visible from space as a shimmering orb, boasts vast seas of crystal sand that glint brilliantly under its radiant twin suns. A thin, predominantly nitrogen atmosphere envelops the planet, creating a pale azure hue that veils its surface. Xylenus, slightly larger than Mars, does not support a robust atmosphere, which allows for spectacular visual phenomena from orbit. The planet's surface is a mesmerizing landscape dominated by these expansive crystal sand seas, which reflect light in dazzling patterns. Meteospatial imaging reveals that these sands shift gradually, driven by the weak but persistent solar winds emanating from its binary stars. Occasionally, the tranquility is broken by sudden storms, where metallic clouds swirl overhead, casting dynamic shadows over the iridescent terrain. These crystal formations, primarily composed of silicon dioxide with traces of iridium, create stark, sparkling ridges that undulate like terrestrial sand dunes, yet with a luminescent quality unique to Xylenus.
