Varsumi

Varsumi is a fictional planet featured in the science fiction novel "The Last Starfighter". In the novel, Varsumi is depicted as a harsh, arid world inhabited by a warlike species known as the Ko-Dan. The Ko-Dan are a technologically advanced but aggressive race who seek to conquer other star systems, including the territory of the Star League. Varsumi serves as their primary home world and a staging ground for their military operations. The planet's environment is characterized by extreme temperatures and scarce resources, which has contributed to the development of the Ko-Dan's resilient and combative nature. The Ko-Dan's ambition to expand their empire leads them to launch a massive invasion against the Star League, setting the stage for the events of the novel and the film adaptation. The planet itself is not deeply explored in terms of its geography or specific geological features, but its significance lies in its role as the origin of the antagonist force. The Ko-Dan's culture and motivations are largely defined by the demanding conditions of Varsumi, making it a crucial element in understanding their conflict with the protagonists.