Asura (Ferron III)

Asura is the third planet from the sun in the [Ferron system](https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/Vy2Qo1dB18-ferron-system) in the [United Empire of Earth (UEE)](https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/VyvyKxy4v6-united-empire-of-earth). [Terraformed](https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/V3qgj8vjnj-terraforming) shortly after the system's discovery in 2460, the early settlers of Asura generated a great deal of wealth from the planet's rich mineral deposits. Asura became one of the richest planets in the UEE, with a thriving economy immediately evident by the grand, ornate architectural style common in its cities. However, in the early 29th century, its mineral resources were fully depleted, and within a decade, the economy was in shambles. Though the population has fallen considerably since the mining crash, it is still represented by two [Senators](https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/VaZn8OqaNZ-senate).