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A collection of key planets mentioned in the Dune Encyclopedia from 1984

Wallach IX
The ninth planet in the Laoujin system, and Mother World to the Bene Gesserit Sisterhood. It served as the control center for the 12 Chapter Houses until their closure by Leto II in 10573 AG, leaving only the original Mother House on Wallach IX active.

Tleilax
Sole planet of the Thalim system, and homeworld to the Bene Tleilaxu masters. Combining Zensufi mysticism and genetic modification, the Tleilaxu developed an advanced secretive society centered in their capital of Bandalong. They discreetly spread throughout the Imperial worlds over millennia until their mass genocide by the Honored Matres.

Grumman
Second planet in the Niushe system, and ancestral home to House Moritani. Tropical and remote planet with two continents and seven major islands, headed from the capital city of Indresloch.

Terra
Third planet in the Sol system, and ancient cradle of human civilization. Reseeded and preserved as a natural park by Imperial edict in 13360 BG, the planet remains under the administrative care of House Mikarrol.

On a personal aside:

The little note about Terra (Earth) being a natural park in the beginning of the Dune Encyclopedia may be the sole reason the Dune Universe and all of Frank Herbert's work had become so fascinating to me. Of all the unbelievable and astounding plot elements throughout the books, this one tiny blurb about our own planet being quietly restored and left alone spoke volumes to me. Then later, after researching Frank Herbert's life I noticed how writing one little article about shifting sand in Washington inspired him to obsess about the far future for five years. On top of that, the underlying motivation for the Fremen in the original Dune was to have a revitalized planet through gradual introduction of plants and irrigation. All these similarities, centered around nurturing a fading sentiment, provided a foundation of appreciation. Plus I really like correlating data.

Basically I'm glad someone from Frank's past helped him fuel his interest in the future, which rekindled my fascination for the possibilities, which in turn might spark a continued interest for someone else. Somewhat like a recursive cycle of nostalgia for the future.

Description
A collection of key planets mentioned in the Dune Encyclopedia from 1984

Wallach IX
The ninth planet in the Laoujin system, and Mother World to the Bene Gesserit Sisterhood. It served as the control center for the 12 Chapter Houses until their closure by Leto II in 10573 AG, leaving only the original Mother House on Wallach IX active.

Tleilax
Sole planet of the Thalim system, and homeworld to the Bene Tleilaxu masters. Combining Zensufi mysticism and genetic modification, the Tleilaxu developed an advanced secretive society centered in their capital of Bandalong. They discreetly spread throughout the Imperial worlds over millennia until their mass genocide by the Honored Matres.

Grumman
Second planet in the Niushe system, and ancestral home to House Moritani. Tropical and remote planet with two continents and seven major islands, headed from the capital city of Indresloch.

Terra
Third planet in the Sol system, and ancient cradle of human civilization. Reseeded and preserved as a natural park by Imperial edict in 13360 BG, the planet remains under the administrative care of House Mikarrol.

On a personal aside:

The little note about Terra (Earth) being a natural park in the beginning of the Dune Encyclopedia may be the sole reason the Dune Universe and all of Frank Herbert's work had become so fascinating to me. Of all the unbelievable and astounding plot elements throughout the books, this one tiny blurb about our own planet being quietly restored and left alone spoke volumes to me. Then later, after researching Frank Herbert's life I noticed how writing one little article about shifting sand in Washington inspired him to obsess about the far future for five years. On top of that, the underlying motivation for the Fremen in the original Dune was to have a revitalized planet through gradual introduction of plants and irrigation. All these similarities, centered around nurturing a fading sentiment, provided a foundation of appreciation. Plus I really like correlating data.

Basically I'm glad someone from Frank's past helped him fuel his interest in the future, which rekindled my fascination for the possibilities, which in turn might spark a continued interest for someone else. Somewhat like a recursive cycle of nostalgia for the future.