Lich

Authors: IAU-WGSN Etymology Group, Susanne M Hoffmann

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Lich is a modern star name adopted by the International Astronomical Union in the IAU-Catalog of Star Names (IAU-CSN). Its origin is fictional. It is the name of PSR B1257+12 in constellation Vir.

Etymology and History

Lich is a fictional undead creature known for controlling other undead creatures with magic.

IAU Working Group on Star Names

The name was adopted by the IAU WGSN on 2015/12/15.

Weblinks

• Website of the IAU WGSN: https://exopla.net/

Reference

• References (general)
• 2015 NameExoWorlds