> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://fdrtn.gitbook.io/the-core-network/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://fdrtn.gitbook.io/the-core-network/the-core-universe/stellar-atlas/moon.md).

# Moon

[The Moon](https://explore.thecore.network/moon) stands as a testament to humanity’s unyielding spirit of exploration and achievement. This celestial body is now a beacon of opportunity, a new frontier that beckons us to explore, to inhabit, and to dream.

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Divided into 20,252 districts, the Moon offers a diverse and rich landscape, each with unique resources critical for our expansion and survival in space. This variety ensures a balanced and strategic approach to resource management and habitat development on the Moon.&#x20;

The forthcoming table will detail the types of districts found across the lunar surface and the key resources each district is capable of generating, underlining the Moon’s vital role in humanity’s interstellar ambitions.

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#### Discovery of Rare Earth Elements and Helium-3

A landmark in lunar exploration, the discovery of Rare Earth Elements (REE) and Helium-3 (H3) on the Moon marks a turning point in our quest to conquer the stars. These resources, vital for the advancement of space technology and providing the promise of sustainable energy, are not just rare commodities; they are the keystones for future space travel and the foundation of a new era of interstellar development.

* **Rare Earth Elements (REE)**: The catalysts for cutting-edge technologies, these elements are crucial for the development of sophisticated electronics, powerful magnets, and efficient batteries. Their discovery on the Moon opens the door to leaps in technology that can sustain human and robotic missions far into the cosmos.
* **Helium-3 (H3)**: As a potential source of clean, fusion energy, Helium-3 offers a solution to humanity’s energy needs, with the power to drive our civilization forward without the environmental cost of traditional fuels. The presence of Helium-3 on the Moon not only promises a brighter future for energy but also propels our capabilities for deeper space exploration.

The table below summarizes the initial base capacity (Base Capacity x Number of Districts) on the Moon, excluding potential bonuses from colonies.

<table><thead><tr><th width="123">Type</th><th width="286">Details</th><th width="156">Nr of Districts</th><th>Ti</th><th>Si</th><th>Helium 3</th><th>REE</th><th data-hidden>C</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Moon Dirt</td><td>Flat, barren grey-brown wasteland, dotted with rocky terrain.</td><td>15,412</td><td>15,412</td><td>15,412</td><td>30,824</td><td>0</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Lunare Mare</td><td>Black and flat lunar seas, mirroring starry skies.</td><td>3,873</td><td>7,746</td><td>0</td><td>3,873</td><td>3,873</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Dead Volcano</td><td>Rough, dark, and foreboding terrain, with ancient history.</td><td>175</td><td>525</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>350</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Moon Highlands</td><td>Rugged rusty peaks, towering above tranquil basins.</td><td>592</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>1,776</td><td>1,184</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Crater</td><td>Impact-scarred landscape, dotted with moon craters and peaks.</td><td>200</td><td>400</td><td>400</td><td>0</td><td>600</td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td><strong>Total + Base Capacity / Resource</strong></td><td><strong>20,252</strong></td><td><strong>24,083</strong></td><td><strong>15,812</strong></td><td><strong>36,473</strong></td><td><strong>6,007</strong></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

The Moon, with its vast districts, the groundbreaking discovery of REE and Helium-3, and the pioneering Moon Station, represents a new milestone in humanity’s saga. It’s a place to live beyond Earth, a laboratory for groundbreaking research, and the starting point for our future journeys into the unknown. Here, on the Moon, we stand on the precipice of the future, ready to embark on the greatest adventure of all time.