Moons

## 1st Moon (SAT-1)

The 1st Moon, also referred to as the 1st Satellite, Satellite 1, SAT-1, and a variety of other cultural names, stands as the largest intact celestial object in the Universe following the cataclysmic Greater Fracture. It possesses a distinctive landscape characterized by crimson forests, towering grasslands, and dark, algae-ridden oceans that contrast elegantly in the heavens against the sterile backdrop of the Void. This enigmatic celestial body holds a pivotal place in the history of the Four Worlds, serving as the birthplace of life itself and the cradle of earliest civilizations.

### Key Characteristics

#### Seasonal Transformations

The 1st Moon follows an annual cycle, universally accepted as the fundamental unit of time across the Four Worlds. This cycle conveniently corresponds to its orbital proximity to the 2nd Moon. During the summer, the Moon's flora undergoes a dramatic shift, displaying vibrant shades of red, while the winter sees the landscape adorned in hues of purple. This striking transformation, driven by bioluminescent wildlife, is visible from a distance and marks the passage of time for the Moon's inhabitants.

#### Origin of Life

It was within the ancient pools of the 1st Moon that the first cells and the foundations of life were formed. This celestial body holds the distinction of being the cradle of life in the Four Worlds, where the earliest forms of intelligent life would emerge and eventually expand across the Moon.

#### Harsh Natural Ecosystems

The Moon's vigorous natural ecosystems posed formidable challenges to the development of early civilizations. Fast-growing vegetation, adapted to compete relentlessly for starlight, discouraged agriculture and sedentary living. Territorial creatures and hyper-virulent microorganisms further complicated the path of societal development, with infections proving more deadly than any other factor.

Over time, early civilizations on the 1st Moon learned to adapt and overcome the harsh realities of their environment. They gradually tamed the Moon, mastering its unique ecological forces, and placated the relentless natural world when necessary.

### Evolution of Purpose

During the Golden Peace era, it became evident that the 1st Moon's most practical use to society was as an agricultural powerhouse. Despite the aid of Filamency, the Moon couldn't excel in other fields as effectively. As a result, its leadership made the strategic decision to transform the entire Moon into a vast farm and nature reserve, ensuring a steady supply of food for the other worlds.

Following the Greater Fracture and the severance of connections with the Mage-Companions, the delicate ecological balance on the 1st Moon was disrupted. The Blade-Scribes were able to deploy assistance to the inhabitants, but the damage was considered irreversible. A few scattered outposts remained, the hope persisting throughout the Silver Age that food could once again flow from the abundance of the Moon. After the Lesser Fracture, however, fail-safes that had once kept ancient ecological forces in check were overwhelmed. Countless flora, fauna, fungi, and microorganisms were able to reclaim their domains from the now defenseless sentient inhabitants. The majority of those who had survived the Fracture found themselves at the mercy of the resurgent natural world, facing formidable challenges in their struggle for survival.