Difference Between Hard and Soft Science Fiction
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Understanding the Difference Between Hard and Soft Science Fiction

Science fiction is a genre that blends imaginative storytelling with scientific or technological concepts. One of sci-fi’s most intriguing aspects is its “hardness” spectrum, which measures how closely a work adheres to known scientific principles. At one end, there is speculative evolution and future possibilities, as explored in projects like Infinity Horizon. These offer grounded […]

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Alien pirate character
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Learned Hand the Voidborne

Learned Hand is a Voidborne pirate, arms dealer, and politician. He is the captain of the Sundial, a solar sail-propelled trading vessel. As a Voidborne, Learned Hand is able to survive in incredibly low-pressure environments, including the vacuum of space for a short period of time, with minimal life support. This life support is located […]

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Insectoid bio-weapon
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Rakshas

In the depths of the Infinity Horizon, the Rakshas are a feared presence. Once created for war, they now inhabit the many uncharted territories of the Sphere, whose inner surface has regressed into a blend of futuristic ruins and primal wilderness. Their resemblance to ancient demon myths isn’t coincidental—humans, upon first encountering them, likened their […]

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Parasitic flower plant in sci-fi
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Ghost Orchid

When the sun dips below the horizon and the winds of Lal Hadaf grow still, the Ghost Orchid blooms. Its delicate pink petals, almost translucent in appearance, emit a cold, ethereal light. The flower’s glow is faint, like the dying embers of a long-forgotten flame, but at night, these fields of orchids cast a ghostly […]

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Alien language script. Worldbuilding resource. Visuals by Artist CrisPing
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Brrla nrr Lah (The Language of Everything)

Brrla nrr Lah (The Language of Everything) is a minimalist conlang (constructed language) designed for use in the grand fictional setting of Infinity Horizon. The language is noted for its extremely limited vocabulary, putting the focus on essential communication. The concept of creating new words by combining existing ones is a strong feature, allowing the […]

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Marine Plant Speculative Evolution
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Ratimmanis ossinedia

Monstrous flowers dot the surface of the Sargasso Sea. Held aloft by gas-filled floats and clinging to seaweed, ratimmanis ossinedia trawls the temperate waters of the future mid-Atlantic, feasting on the bounty of small fish and phytoplanktons which call the sargassum its home. Common Names Ratimmanis ossinedia comes from the Latin ratis (raft) immanis (monstrous) […]

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Cold alien planet - speculative scifi
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Rogue (Planet)

Rogue is the sixth planet in the Tweedum’s home system. It is a cold planet, with both the north and south covered in kilometer-thick icecaps extending to the subtropics. Beyond, however, life thrives in its diversity, even if the environment remains harsh and unforgiving. Characterized by its distinct biome comprised of vast fields of wormgrass, […]

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Marriage Wars

The Marriage Wars was a multigenerational conflict that ravaged the Kayvara Armada and the Kirtimukha Hegemony for 300 years. This protracted war left both empires greatly weakened, with billions dead and countless star systems scarred by relentless battles. The conflict began with what was meant to be a union of peace. In a grand diplomatic […]

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Anthocyanins: blue leaves
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Pigments of the Future: Anthocyanins in Speculative Evolution

Anthocyanins are pigments found in many plants that give them their red, purple, and blue colors. These pigments are more than just decoration; they play important roles in how plants interact with their environment. In speculative evolution—where we imagine how life might adapt to different conditions—anthocyanins can be key to understanding plant survival in alien […]

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Carnivorous plants - speculative evolution
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Thunder Plant

The Erimian thunder plant is a species of carnivorous plant native to the dry shrublands and waterways of its homeworld, Erimia. On average they are 5 meters tall and are composed of 4 main body sections: the root system, the bulb, the leaf, and finally the wire canopy. First is the root system. The root […]

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