A player in Elite Dangerous has discovered a moon analog with a mass nearly identical to Earth's Moon, measuring 0.0120 Earth masses versus the Moon's 0.0123. This satellite orbits an earth-like planet smaller than Earth, completing an orbit every 21 days, which may cause strong tidal effects. The moon is landable and lacks an atmosphere, offering a fresh exploration experience distinct from Earth's Moon. This find showcases the depth of Elite Dangerous' procedural generation and the ongoing thrill of rare celestial discoveries for commanders.
- Moon analog mass: 0.0120 Earth masses, radius ~200 km smaller than Moon
- Orbits earth-like planet with 21-day period, no atmosphere, landable