Tleilax (also known as Tleilaxa) is the sole planet in the Thalim star system, and was home to the Bene Tleilax - a society of genetically altered highly religious and xenophobic humans.

Bene Tleilax, or the Tleilaxu as they were more commonly called, were a group of secretive, genetically altered humans who inhabited Tleilax, the sole planet of the star Thalim.

The Bene Tleilax are amoral merchants who traffic in biological and genetically engineered products such as artificial eyes, "twisted" Mentats and a type of clone called a ghola.

Tleilax, originally called Tlulax, was the sole planet in the Thalim star system, and was home to the Bene Tleilax - a society of genetically altered highly religious, and xenophobic humans. Tleilax was also the home of the Tleilaxu, a race of humans …

Apr 16, 2024 · The Bene Tleilax, often simply referred to as the Tleilaxu, hold a distinct and shadowy position in the intricate tapestry of Frank Herbert's Dune universe.

The Bene Tleilax, popularly known as the Tleilaxu, is a patriarchal order in Frank Herbert’s ‘Dune’ known for their mastery of genetic manipulation and biological weaponry. Article written by …

Feb 26, 2024 · Dune Messiah introduces new elements like the Bene Tleilax. The opposing factions that vie for control of the universe keep Dune dynamic and engaging. Paul Atreides is a descendant of a Great...

Feb 23, 2008 · Not organized along feudal lines (as most of rest of the Imperium is), the Tleilaxu are secretive and very little is known about them although in Heretics of Dune their society is said to be a meritocracy. They are chiefly known for their biological products such as artificial eyes, gholas, and face dancers.

Oct 27, 2023 · In reading about Frank Herbert’s childhood, it’s easy to draw the connection between the Bene Gesserit and the real-life female Jesuits who helped raise him, with the book’s references to Orange Catholicism, the Missionaria Protectiva, and weaponizing religion—but what do the Bene Tleilax represent?

The Bene Tleilax, commonly known as the Tleilaxu, were a group of secretive, genetically altered humans who inhabited Tlulax, the sole planet of the star Thalim.