Phoenix Wing
Crystallized wing from extinct stellar species
Overview
The Phoenix Wing is a breathtaking artifact—a perfectly preserved wing from what must have been a massive creature that lived in the corona of a star. The wing is composed of crystallized plasma held in a stable quantum state, still radiating gentle warmth.
Discovery & Origin
Discovered in 2022 orbiting the black hole Cygnus X-1, the Wing was found encased in an energy field that protected it from the black hole's gravitational pull. It appears to be the only surviving remnant of a deceased creature, deliberately preserved and set adrift.
Scientific Analysis
Analysis reveals the wing's structure is designed to navigate plasma currents and magnetic fields at stellar temperatures. Dr. Ramirez believes this represents evidence of life that evolved to exist within stars themselves. The wing occasionally flares with increased luminosity, following patterns that might be remnants of the creature's neural activity, preserved like fossil lightning.
Technical Specifications
| Age | 7.2 million years |
|---|---|
| Origin | Binary Star System Cygnus X-1 |
| Conservation Status | Excellent - Under constant monitoring |
| Display Location | Deep Space Relic Museum, Special Exhibition Hall |
| Security Level | High - Environmental controls active |
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