Catulla

Catulla is the sixth planet in the Theta Pictoris system, a moderate-sized red-orange star with nine planets. In mass, Catulla is quite similar to Earth, and it has two moons, Milon and Milar. The planet is the home of a thriving humanoid society of about 9.5 million (which refers to the planet as Cendo-Prae) that has built a huge industrial network covering the planet. Long ago, a massive nuclear war all but wiped out the accumulated knowledge and culture of the planet. The Catullans have struggled for centuries to regain the level of technology and civilization they once had established.

Ambassador Tongo Sil of Catulla is a man of extraordinary vision and ability. Although nearly derailed by his son during negotiations, he nevertheless was successful in his petition to gain Federation membership in 2269. (TOS: "Way to Eden") His studies in space science and interplanetary relations have resulted in several breakthroughs in treaty negotiation, bringing peace and cooperation to several Federation planets. His efforts have brought him the Palm Leaf of Axanar Award, the Seltye Commendation, and the Nobel and Zee Magnee prizes.

Harrell Hullworks, one the Federation's leading producers of warp spacecraft bodies, is located on the northern edge of the continent of Tesakar, with separate construction facilities above in geosynchronous orbit.

Reference(s)

• Johnson, Shane. Star Trek: The Worlds of the Federation, New York: Pocket Books, 1989. ISBN: 0-671-66989-3.