Catachan

Catachan is a jungle death world within the Imperium of Man, famous for its exceptionally hostile environment and its formidable soldiery. Located in the Segmentum Pacificus, Catachan is characterized by dense, planet-wide rainforests, teeming with incredibly dangerous flora and fauna. The atmosphere is thick and humid, filled with poisonous spores and toxic gases. Savage predators, immense insects, and venomous plants pose constant threats to survival, making even simple existence a daily struggle.

Despite the brutal conditions, Catachan is inhabited by a resilient and warlike human population. These inhabitants have adapted over millennia to the planet's harsh realities, developing incredible strength, agility, and an innate understanding of survival. They live in tribes and communities, constantly battling the native wildlife and each other.

When called upon, Catachans are renowned for their ferocity and effectiveness as shock troops in the Imperial Guard. Catachan regiments are infamous for their close-quarters combat prowess, particularly their mastery of the "Death Cult" fighting style and their use of iconic machetes. Their soldiers are often described as exceptionally tough, independent, and utterly fearless, valuing direct action and raw aggression. The planet itself is considered a vital recruiting ground for the Imperium, providing soldiers who are arguably among the most effective and battle-hardened in the galaxy.