Kato-Re was the Grondeer or chief of his village of Acquarans and the father of Lishala. He was a fair and likable leader, easily welcoming John Crichton after the human crash-landed on Acquara and accepting his presence. When his daughter showed interest in taking John as her mate, Kato-Re summoned to human to his side to tell him of the news. He did not anticipate, however, the consequences her decision or the arrival of Crichton's companions would have for his village.