Halouvan

**Halouvan** is a desert planet that is located within the Narnes system in the Lambda Quadrant. It is the fourth planet and is known for its dry and rocky environment, with only limited areas of vegetation or plant life. Temperature variations between day and night cycles are significant, with extreme heat during the day and freezing temperatures at night.

## Location

Halouvan is located in the Lambda quadrant, north-east of the Jaqc Monocracy and south of the Qox'cotel Protectorate.

## Planetary Features

The planet is full of beautiful and diverse land features and formations - including mountains, valleys, deserts, oceans, and forests. It's difficult to describe them all - but they are all awe-inspiring and majestic.

The dominant rock types on this planet are sandstone, limestone, and granite. They are found in a variety of habitats, but their most common environment is the desert. The landscape is largely flat, but there are some small hills and mountains in the northern and southern regions. Cities can also be dug into the rocks to create tunnels and caves - and these are often used by the intelligent beings who live here to create their homes, businesses, and other facilities.

Metals and luxuries are scarce on this planet - but the intelligent beings who live here have learned to be incredibly efficient with what little they have. They are very creative and resourceful, and have learned to make the most out of their limited resources. This has taught them to be resourceful and innovative - and as a result, they have developed a very advanced technology. They are always looking for ways to improve and optimize their processes, and they are always looking for ways to create more with less.

The air can be very thin and be hard to breathe for those who are not accustomed to it - but it is possible to survive here with the right equipment and preparation. It is a challenging environment for non-Halouvians, but there are still many reasons why someone might want to live here (the incredible natural beauty, the challenging but rewarding terrain, the rich and complex ecosystem, the diverse and lively culture, etc.). And it is worth the effort to overcome the challenges of this planet's environment - because it really is a remarkable place.

Despite its harsh climate and challenging environment, this planet is home to a variety of species that have learned to adapt to the challenging conditions. As a result, the planet's ecosystems are incredibly complex and diverse. It is an astonishing place of natural beauty and wonder, and it is home to a variety of intelligent and curious beings, who have developed a rich and complex society and culture based on their spiritual beliefs and practices

This is an incredibly diverse planet with many different rock formations, islands, and major rivers. There are many fascinating places to explore, such as the Great Blue Crater (the planet's largest body of water), and the Crystal Mountains (the planet's highest mountain range). It is a planet full of wonders - and there are countless opportunities for new discoveries to be made here for someone who has never been to Halouvan.

## Points of interest

**Cities and regions**

The more famous cities are Siowt, Mohoni, Banub, Phiom, all of which are also the names the region divisions on the planet. They are administered by cardinals who have vicars working in the sub-divisions.

**Architecture**

The Narnhira people have a very unique and beautiful style of architecture - which is heavily influenced by the desert that they call home. Their buildings are constructed out of mud and sand - and they often have a very "organic" look to them, with curving walls and shapes.

The Narnhira people are also very artistic - and they love to decorate their buildings with beautiful carvings, paintings, and sculptures. They believe that art is a way to connect with the Divine - and they treat art as a kind of spiritual practice.

**Land features and formations**

One of the most interesting land features on the planet is the so-called "Sand Sea" - which is a vast sandy desert that has been formed into huge piles of sand over time. These piles of sand are as tall as mountains - and they are constantly shifting and moving as the sand is blown by the winds. It is a truly incredible and almost surreal sight.

**Fauna and Flora**

The planet features a wide variety of fauna which the Halouvians take care of for produce, as well as an even wider wild population. The most common animal is an insect "Boubolech" that is 3ft tall which is considered a pest, fortunately it is encountered only in the deep deserts and away from major population centres.

Flora is mainly found in oases in the desert or on the floodlands near major bodies of water. They are all very enduring plants able to withstand both the searing heat and the freezing cold but millennia of practice allowed the Halouvians to cultivate them with a little precipitation and allow previously entire deserts to flourish.

## Government and Religion

The Halouvian government is led by a council of cardinals - who are all priests. They guide the faithful in their spiritual lives, and help to enforce the laws and guidelines that the faith sets forth. They are also responsible for choosing each new head of state, who is elected from among their own ranks. The Archbishop is a temporal figure of their government and religion and serves for life.

The head of state is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day workings of the government and providing moral guidance to the people. They have the final say on any matter of state - and their decisions are always treated as the word of the Divine.

The Narnhira faithful practice several pilgrimages and holy visits a year - as a way to connect with the Divine and to pay homage to the places where He has made his presence known on the planet.

The Halouvani people have a complex system of laws that are based on both their religious beliefs and a civil code of conduct. They strive to follow the laws set forth by their religion, but they are not afraid to update their civil laws as needed in order to keep up with the changing times. The Halouvan believe that the laws should serve the people, not the other way around--and so they are always open to changing their laws if they think that it would make their society more equitable and just.

## Species and Culture

There are two distinct phenotypes of Halouvians, Servani and Kileyma but what they both have in common is that they are a bipedal species with two arms and two legs. Servani can be distinguished by their long, and pointed ears, as well as their long, bushy tails and are covered in light brown fur, which helps to conserve their body heat in the desert environment.

Kileyma characteristics are their much taller yet slender and fit bodies. They too have long ears, however theirs are much thinner and have a more sharper pronounced muzzle. They do not have any fur and resemble Anubian Jackals of earth.

They are both are a highly intelligent species, and they have a great deal of physical stamina.

The Halouvian people have a very rich and vibrant tradition of ceremonies - which they use to connect with the Divine and to celebrate the special moments in their lives.

One of the most important ceremonies is the "Reawakening Ceremony" - which is held after the summer solstice. This ceremony is a time of great joy and celebration for Halouavns - because it symbolizes their victory over the harsh desert summer. The Reawakening Ceremony is a tradition that they have passed down for generations - and it is always attended by huge crowds of people from all over the planet.

Notable people: Kmte Iah, a Servani Halouvian.