Planet Xyloren, markedly smaller than Earth, shines with a vibrant, opalescent hue when viewed from space. Its atmosphere, a thick swirl of mist, reflects sunlight in dancing arcs of color due to high concentrations of airborne crystalline particles. The surface of Xyloren is a spectacle of constant motion. Vast deserts of fine, crystal sand sweep across the landscape, driven by intense winds. These sandstorms create a perpetual haze, casting the planet in a surreal, glimmering light. The sands themselves, primarily silicon dioxide infused with various metallic elements, give the planet its signature shimmer. This crystal haze not only sculpts the surface into ever-changing dunes but also poses a unique challenge to visibility and sensor operation, making remote sensing a task of decoding light and shadow through a prismatic veil.
