Shardana is a harsh world of endless sands and scorching heat, where dunes stretch across the horizon like rolling waves of molten desert. The planet’s diameter measures approximately 13.5 K-len (about 13,500 km). Daytime temperatures can climb to 330–370 articels (80–90 °C), while at night they often drop to 270–280 articels (0–10 °C), creating brutal extremes that test even the most resilient travelers.

Long ago, a mysterious civilization once thrived on Shardana. Its remains now lie buried beneath countless layers of sand. According to legend, a network of underground temples houses crystal generators capable of drawing energy directly from Arteria itself. Yet relentless sandstorms and the planet’s unforgiving climate have rendered all attempts to unearth these relics futile.

Despite its seemingly lifeless expanse, Shardana is home to unusual creatures. Sand Creepers —insectoid predators—lurk beneath the surface, waiting for unsuspecting prey. Desert Nomads wander from one oasis to another, extracting precious water from scarce sources, while Ferronis refugees have recently made their way here in search of refuge from the technogenic horrors of their home.

Located in a remote sector of the Arteria universe, Shardana seldom sees visits from interstellar merchants. Many believe the planet’s very nature is its best defense against unwelcome guests. Ancient tales speak of the “Tower of Silence,” hidden within the largest oasis. Rumor has it that this tower might either grant Shardana a second chance at life or doom it forever. Yet no adventurer who ventured into the heart of this desert has ever returned to share the truth.

This is Shardana—a merciless yet mesmerizing fragment of the cosmic void, where each sip of water is a precious lifeline and every step could be your last.