Rhahlios

**Rhahlios** is a planet in the Bright Star system, and is the third in proximity to the star Elariel. It is introduced in Chapter I, as the home-planet and location of protagonist Reynash Chakrabarti. It is one of the planets where Genesse migrants came after the Genesis Collapse, delivered by Saint Genevieve. Due to having a small population before the arrival, the native speciesーknown as the Luxーhave almost disappeared entirely, having been non-physical entities that merged with the physical bodies of the Genesse people who could endure it. It is a planet renowned for its many celebrations, its warm, heady climates and is a popular vacation planet for those from colder planets.

## Celestial Bodies

It has two moons, Iris-1 and Iris-2, which true to their name resemble bright eyes in the night sky. Towards the direction of the sun, Rhahlios is neighboured by Lachrymose, and neighboured by Neo on the opposite side.

## Interplanetary Relationships

### Blight

There is no known relationship between Blight and Rhahlios, though in some Rhahliosi mythology Blight is the body of a God, seen as the child of the Sun, due to it appearing like a rare luminous object in the sky. It is the subject of artists, writers and other creators' work due to its nature, some of it religious and others purely fantastical.

### Lachrymose

Lachrymose is unseen in the night sky due to the dark side facing towards Rhahlios. There is no known relationship beyond Lachrymose and Rhahlios beyond the planet's use as a creative muse. It is possible Lachrymose also has a place within the religious mythology of the planet's people.

### Neo

Neo and Rhahlios are on good terms, being united together in the Interplanetary Allegiance. The Sol of Rhahlios and Neo both are on good terms as individuals, having an easy companionable relationship.

### Apoc

Apoc and Rhahlios once were allied tremendously, however after Queen Phoebe Moonstruckーonce a good friend of Samaira Lalーbecame too ill to rule and the planet fell under the reign of the Regent King Coeus Moonstruck, the relationship became distant.

## Geography

### Ayrus

Ayrus is the heart of the Lal empire. At the center of Ayrus is the capital Aakaan.

## Calendar

### Seasons

There are two seasons, winter and summer. Summer is warm and forgiving, albeit the crux of summer can be brutal with its heat. Winter is considerably harsher, altering the temperaments and physiques of animals. A lonely season, due to the general inability to communicate as freely, the Rhahliosi people

## Peoples and Species

### Lux

The Lux were an intangible sentient species that seemed to be in direct communication with the essence of light at all times. Upon the arrival of the Genesse migrants, the Luxーsympathetic to their plightーeventually merged with the Genesse, sharing their abilities while gaining physical bodies.

### Lunesse

Derived from the unity of "Lux" and "Genesse", this iwas once a common strain of people, being the physical bodies of Genesse people with the magical capabilities of the Lux. However, over time, their prominence has disappeared, although rare it is possible to have a random strain of Lunesse in a family appear. It is highly sought after and can be thought to be somewhat dangerous to be Lunesse due to their rarity, as such a rare and powerful strain is expected to serve its planet and Empire. They are subtle appearance wise, with a subtle glow to their skin and brighter eyes.

### Rhahliosi

The most common people, all Rhahliosi are generally Mundane, albeit have inherited the physical traits of the Lunesse, with golden brown skin, dark hair and eyes of various shades of golds and browns, all with pronged irises.

### Bigcats

Orange tiger-like cats that can range from the size of a common big cat to twice the size of a man, with variants usually being used as mounts. They are well-tempered and sedate. During the cold months, their fur shifts to a heavier white coat and their temperament adjusts to be more aggressive.

## Notable Characters

* Ser Reynash Chakrabarti
* Empress Samaira Lal
* Lochan Chakrabarti
* Rajesh Chakrabarti
* Osha Lal
* Hemani Lal
* Ekanta Lal
* Vasha Varma

## Trivia

* The name Rhahlios is based off of the Egyptian Sun God Ra and the Greek Sun God Helios.
* The climate of Rhahlios is inspired by the series *A Song of Ice and Fire*.