Volume I: The Universe
Théxar begins with sky and stone, water and a living body. These chapters describe Khar’Vex, the planet and its inhabitants: the conditions in which roads, settlements and daily habits take shape.
A story from this world · Places, eras and a path through the book
Chapters: 1–40
| # | Chapter | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Universe Specification | Fundamental constants, cosmology, dark matter |
| 2 | Star System Khar'Vex | The K2V orange dwarf, planets, orbital mechanics |
| 3 | Planet Théxar | Physical parameters, geology, geography |
| 4 | Biochemistry of Life | Molecular basis, metabolism, arsenic backbone |
| 5 | Sapient Species Xha'Ruun | Anatomy, senses, social biology |
| 6 | Language and Writing | Phonology, grammar, Sharuu script |
| 7 | History of Civilization | Eras, key events, space age |
| 8 | Culture and Society | Social structure, calendar, ethics |
| 9 | Technology | Tech level, resonance networks, limitations |
| 10 | Mythology and Religion | Cosmogony, pantheon, religious practice |
| 11 | Flora and Fauna — Ecology | Ecosystems, biomes, extremophiles |
| 12 | Geological Evolution | Tectonics, volcanic history, planetary formation |
| 13 | Continents | Kharak, Rhuval, Vexar |
| 14 | Oceans | Thalas, Gharra, oceanography |
| 15 | Atmosphere and Climate | Composition, circulation, climate zones |
| 16 | Magnetosphere | Magnetic field, radiation belts, aurora |
| 17 | Flora | Plant life, thermochromadae, adaptations |
| 18 | Fauna | Animal life, megafauna, symbiosis |
| 19 | Natural Resources | Minerals, energy, biological resources |
| 20 | Origin of Life | Abiogenesis, early evolution, LUCA |
| 21 | Ecosystems | Biome details, food webs, extremophile communities |
| 22 | Hydrology | Rivers, lakes, hydrological cycle |
| 23 | Cryosphere | Glaciers, ice caps, permafrost |
| 24 | Satellites | Serrin and Thel — moons of Théxar |
| 25 | Night Sky | Constellations, stellar neighbors, visibility |
| 26 | Conclusion: Volume I | Synthesis and overview |
| 27 | Geodesy and Cartography | Mapping, reference ellipsoid, projections |
| 28 | History of Exploration | Discovery and scientific exploration of Théxar |
| 29 | Climatic History | Paleoclimate, ice ages, long-term trends |
| 30 | Planet in Numbers | Comprehensive data tables |
| 31 | Future of Théxar | Geological and climatic projections |
| 32 | Khar'Vex System — Complete Overview | Full system architecture |
| 33 | Fusion and the Energy of Stars | Stellar physics, nucleosynthesis |
| 34 | Measurement Systems | Units, calendar, scientific notation |
| 35 | Complete Index | Volume I index and cross-reference |
| 36 | Geochemistry | Elemental abundance, geochemical cycles |
| 37 | Ecological Zones | Detailed ecological classification |
| 38 | Sentient Species Kel'vash | The second sapient species |
| 39 | Sentient Species Moryn | The third sapient species |
| 40 | Three Species — Principle of Accord | Coexistence and the Accord |