Pinecone (Ellis XIII)

Pinecone (Ellis XIII) is a protoplanet in the [Ellis system](https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/RxnBEBWBjQ-ellis-system), [United Empire of Earth (UEE)](https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/VyvyKxy4v6-united-empire-of-earth). Nicknamed pinecone for its craggy surface, it's a major mining hub, rich in heavy metals and valuable minerals. Long-haul miners harvest resources from Pinecone, stop at [Walleye](https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/0n1Ppn9Kr9-walleye-ellis-ix) for a refuel, and make the trek back to Earth (Sol III) to sell their cargo at a premium price.