Zhuge

Zhuge 2413 B685574-C Ag Ga Ht Ni 513
Trade Codes: Agricultural, Garden, High Tech, Non-Industrial
Summary:
While technically Zhuge is considered a “garden” planet, its long cold winters are far from pleasant. The inhabitants of this world are known to be cold, stoic, and stubborn, but on the other hand their traditions of loyalty and honor are well respected. The world is divided into roughly a dozen nations, each of which is little more than a loose confederation of independent provinces. Shifting alliances, changing borders, and centuries-old feuds make Zhugean politics difficult for outsiders to follow, but their frequent wars are fought under strict codes of conduct that make civilian casualties and collateral damage virtually non-existent.
Zhuge is home to a unique breed of cattle - bos zhugensis - which is related to terrestrial livestock, but grows to tremendous sizes. An adult bull typically reaches almost 3 meters at the shoulder and masses around 6000 kilograms. Vast quantities of Zhugean beef are sold to the Navy at discount prices where it is reviled as tough, greasy, and nearly flavorless.