Mazda (planet)

Mazda was the twin planet of Arima in the R-517 star system. It was a member of the Federation.

Background
Mazda and Arima had parallel orbits and joint gravitational fields. Four moons orbited both planets, with each planet seeming to have two moons at a given time.

Two related humanoid species evolved on Arima: Ariman and Mazdan. Limited resources on Arima led to tribal struggles and eventually religious warfare. The Mazdans eventually colonized Mazda.

The Federation Council drafted a resolution permitting membership so long as a cease-fire was maintained. Starfleet would watch the system by constantly keeping a starship in the sector.

Points of interest

 * Grolgar temple
 * Mazdan ship fleet
 * Shared moon system