Upon entry into meiotic prophase, chromosome ends become anchored to the nuclear envelope (NE), establishing dynamic connections between the nucleus and the cytoplasmic microtubule network. These connections are mediated by NE-spanning transmembrane protein complexes that assemble into specialized structures known as attachment plates (APs). The formation and regulation of APs are crucial for ensuring the recognition and pairing of homologous chromosomes. When this attachment process is defective, it leads to abnormal chromosome dynamics, impaired homologous recombination, and errors in chromosome segregation, ultimately resulting in reduced fertility and aneuploidy in the progeny.