Tekus

Tekus is a fictional planet featured in the science fiction novel "The Last Starfighter". It is depicted as a harsh and arid world, primarily inhabited by a technologically advanced but militaristic alien race known as the Ko-Dan. The Ko-Dan Empire, originating from Tekus, serves as the primary antagonist in the story.

The planet's environment is characterized by extreme temperatures and limited resources, which has seemingly shaped the Ko-Dan's culture and their relentless pursuit of expansion. Their society is highly structured and focused on military might, with a sophisticated understanding of spacecraft and interstellar warfare. The Ko-Dan operate a vast armada, capable of launching devastating attacks on unprepared civilizations.

In the context of "The Last Starfighter", Tekus is the staging ground for the Ko-Dan invasion of the Frontier Worlds. The Ko-Dan see themselves as superior and believe in conquering other planets to secure their own dominance. Their advanced technology is a significant threat, and their ships are formidable in battle. The struggle against the Ko-Dan from Tekus forms the central conflict of the narrative, driving the protagonist, Alex Rogan, to become a hero and defend the galaxy. The planet itself is not extensively detailed beyond its role as the Ko-Dan homeworld and a source of their military power.