Kiron
Kiron is a terrestrial planet in the Viperius Galaxy, most notable for being the homeworld of the Elden.
Characteristics
Size
Kiron has a radius of 7751km, 1.22 Earth's. Its mass is 1.63 times, and its density 0.9 times, Earth's.
Composition
A standard silicon/oxygen crust is made different by larger quantities of carbon than usual.
Rotation
Kiron's orbital period is 26.78 hours, and its tilt is 28.29°. This is stabilised by its moon.
Surface
80% of Kiron's surface is water, and 1% ice. This high amount is due to the rapid erosion of carbonates. The minimum temperature recorded has been -60°C at the south pole, but the average is 24°. The highest is 54° at the equator. The single continent is in the Southern hemisphere, and surrounded by islands.
Atmosphere
Kiron's atmosphere is 70% nitrogen, 24% oxygen, 5% argon and trace other gases. The pressure is 0.8 times Earth's.
Biosphere
Kiron is the home of the Elden, and other species.
Settlements
The Salsenes have a small farming community on Kiron, of only a few dozen colonists. There are a few buildings.