The Jo'Payav was the first warp ship built by the Payav of planet Mestiko. It was launched from the nation-state of Gelta circa 2264, attracting the notice of a passing Andorian passenger transport, and leading to the United Federation of Planets taking steps toward formal first contact with the Payav. (TOS eBook: Mere Anarchy: Things Fall Apart) The Jo'Payav held a crew of four, including a commander, a first officer, and a science officer. As of 2267, Colonel maTara was the commander of the Jo'Payav, under the authority of the Zamestaad.