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The Gem Planet has deep canyons called
"dipsies" by the inhabitants of Pontoppidan. The famous
Hippy Dipsy is spectacular beyond belief and features
6-kilometer high emerald cliffs and a tourmaline valley. Unfortunately
the air on Pontoppidan won't be breathable for centuries. The
Pontoppidans have to import soil (and even earthworms) to grow
crops in their domed cities. Not surprisingly, the planet's economy
is based on the export of high-quality gems. An unforgiving planetary
security system guards their enormous wealth. |
