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Vishapakar (Barnard's Star b)

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**Part of Distant Worlds lore**
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Vishapakar, translating to Dragon Stone, is the renamed exoplanet orbiting Barnard's Star, specifically identified as Barnard's Star b. This celestial body evolved into a thriving settlement following the arrival of an expedition aboard the Kepler-class interstellar cruiser model 2.

As a vital participant in the Settled Exoplanets Defence Treaty, Vishapakar boasts a robust economy rooted in mineral extraction from its moons and a flourishing military industry. The TianLong Asteroid serves as the strategic hub for Vishapakar's Colony, functioning as a key military complex.

The ShenLong and DiLong Asteroids form an integral part of a cutting-edge scientific complex dedicated to the in-depth exploration of deep space. These asteroids serve as hubs for advanced research and study, focusing on unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos. The scientific endeavors conducted in these celestial bodies contribute significantly to our understanding of the vast expanse of the universe.

Vishapakar, despite its name's association with Armenian dragon mythology, presents a starkly contrasting reality as a desert planet shrouded in expansive oceans of saline water. The paradox of its arid surface overlaying substantial saltwater bodies renders the planet habitable in a unique manner. Settlers on Vishapakar have ingeniously adapted to this environment, constructing protective domes and structures to establish thriving communities shielded from the planet's harsh external conditions. Within these artificial habitats, life flourishes, creating a harmonious coexistence between the inhabitants and the desert landscape that defines Vishapakar's intriguing and distinctive character.

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The appellation "Vishapakar" derives its origins from the Armenian dragon mythology, particularly from the term "Vishap." In Armenian lore, Vishap is revered as a deity associated with water, rain, and a benevolent provider of prosperity. It is depicted with a tail possessing the remarkable ability to carve canals and pathways upon striking the Earth.

This name draws inspiration from the rich tapestry of dragon mythology, encompassing the roles of celestial guardianship, waterway control, and meteorological influence. Analogous to the celestial dragon (Tianlong) safeguarding heavenly abodes, the earth dragon (Dilong) regulating water passages, and the spiritual dragon (Shenlong) overseeing rain and winds, Vishapakar embodies a synthesis of these mythical elements.