Sb forum speech.png DiscordLink.png FacebookLink.png RedditLink.png SteamLink.png TwitterLink.png YoutubeLink.png

Euphrosyne

From Starbase wiki
Jump to navigation Jump to search


Euphrosyne.png
Euphrosyne


AliasesIris

ClassificationMoon
Satellite ofEos
Location29th moon of Eos
Orbital Distance~ 120,000 km
SatellitesBoreas


Moon Characteristics

Volume3.35×107 km
Diameter400 km

Atmospheric Height10 km
Crust MaterialValkite

Surface Gravity1.4 G
Gravity Well80 km


Notable Minerals
Daltium ore.png
Merkerium ore.png
Aegisium ore.png
Haderite ore.png
Ilmatrium ore.png
Xhalium ore.png
Arkanium ore.png
Charodium ore.png
Exorium ore.png

Euphrosyne (/jˈfrɒzɪn/) is a relatively flat moon, with wide open plains separated by low mountain ridges. Its atmosphere hangs unusually low for a moon of its size, contributing to a dense fog that persists throughout the day. Though a rosy pink from above, Euphrosyne's atmosphere is comprised of a range of pastel greens and blues at its surface.

Euphrosyne is an almost identical reflection of its two sister moons, Aglaea and Thalia.

Nomenclature

In ancient Greek religion and mythology, Euphrosyne is a goddess and one of the three Charites, known in ancient Rome as the Gratiae (Graces). She is a goddess of good cheer, joy, and mirth. Her name is the female version of the word euphrosynos, "merriment". Pindar wrote that these goddesses were created to fill the world with pleasant moments and good will.

Not even the gods arrange dances or feasts without the holy Graces, who oversee everything that is done in heaven; with their thrones set beside Pythian Apollo of the golden bow, they worship the everlasting honor of the Olympian father. Lady Aglaea, and Euphrosyne, lover of dance and song, daughters of the strongest god, listen now; and you, Thalia, passionate for dance and song, having looked with favor on this victory procession, stepping lightly in honor of gracious fortune.

Cookies help us deliver our services. By using our services, you agree to our use of cookies.