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Every Xterium colony is located on a planet, and its economy and defenses depend on the planet’s type. Here you’ll find everything you need to know about planets and colonization: the different types of planets, what anomalies provide, how temperature works, and where moons come from.
Types of Planets
Planets vary in type and conditions—each has its own bonuses for resource collection and construction. A complete list of effects can be found in the Planets section of the encyclopedia.
Planetarium Anomalies
[](/knowledge/encyclopedia/anomalies) Anomalies — cosmic effects in the planetarium that strengthen the colony. Find out what they do and how they interact in the encyclopedia.
Temperature and Deuterium
The colder a planet is, the more deuterium it produces. Why this is the case and how to take it into account when choosing a colony—see the mechanics section “Temperature and Deuterium”]. This same limitation affects the colony’s economy—the topic is covered from a resource perspective in the compilation “All About the Economy”].
Orbits, Coordinates, and Colonization
Where to establish a colony, how to read coordinates, and what orbits are—find out in the guide “Orbit and Galaxy”]. Strategic colonization is the foundation of a strong empire.
How to Get the Moon
The Moon appears from [](/knowledge/mechanics/oblomki-i-luna) battle debris: a 1% chance for every 1,000 pieces of debris, capped at 20%. For step-by-step instructions on how to intentionally obtain the Moon, see the guide “How to Obtain the Moon”.
Colonization as a Strategy
If expanding and conquering planets is your thing, start by checking out the review “A Game About Colonizing Planets”. Terms (orbit, debris, moon) can be found in the glossary.
Related Resources
- Guide: Orbit and Galaxy
- Guide: How to Get the Moon
- Encyclopedia: Planets · Anomalies
- Mechanics: Temperature and Deuterium · Debris and the Moon
Frequently Asked Questions
What factors influence a colony's economy and defense? Depending on the planet type. Planets vary in type and conditions, and each has its own bonuses for resource extraction and construction—see the list of effects in the “Planets” section of the encyclopedia.
What are anomalies? Anomalies are cosmic effects in the planetarium that strengthen the colony. Find out what benefits they provide and how they interact in the encyclopedia.
Why are cold planets more profitable? The colder a planet is, the more deuterium it produces. This is something to keep in mind when choosing a colony.
How does the moon appear? The Moon appears from debris after a battle: a 1% chance for every 1,000 pieces of debris, capped at 20%. For step-by-step instructions, see the guide “How to Obtain the Moon.”
