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| {{Separate continuity|universe=TOS|cont=Richard Hatch Novelizations}} | | {{separate continuity|universe=TOS|cont=Richard Hatch continuation|lcont=:Category:Books}} |
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| '''Kobollians''' are humans who are direct descendants of the [[House of Kobol (TOS-RH)|House of Kobol]], also known as the [[Lords of Kobol (TOS-RH)|Lords of Kobol]].<ref name="ARM54">{{cite book/RH|1|54}}</ref> Pure-blooded Kobollians possess latent mental abilities far superior to other humans, including telepathy and clairvoyance, which can be accessed through rigorous mental training.<ref name="ARM54" /> Most inhabitants of [[Caprica (TOS-RH)|Caprica]] are descended from settlers of [[Kobol (TOS-RH)|Kobol]], but only a handful carry the pure bloodline of the Lords of Kobol.<ref name="ARM54" /> | | '''Kobollians''' are humans who are of the House of Kobol's direct bloodline. |
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| ==Origins and History==
| | Most [[Twelve Colonies of Man (TOS-RH)#Caprica|Capricans]] are direct descendants from settlers of {{TOS|Kobol}}, however the bloodline of the [[Lords of Kobol]] is found in {{TOS|Adama}} and his children. [[Troy (RH)|Troy]] is also of the bloodline, as are a few people in the [[The Fleet (TOS)|Fleet]], although he is not genetically related to Adama's family. |
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| The Kobollian bloodline traces back to the [[House of Kobol (TOS-RH)|House of Kobol]], a family of priests who lived in seclusion on the original human homeworld of [[Parnassus (TOS-RH)|Parnassus]].<ref name="ARM54" /> Over long millennia, the Lords of Kobol spent every moment improving themselves through concentration, meditation, and inner vision, developing mental abilities far superior to those of other humans.<ref name="ARM54" />
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| When the star of Parnassus was going to go nova, the Lords led their acolytes and many followers to a remote planet they named [[Kobol (TOS-RH)|Kobol]].<ref name="ARM55">{{cite book/RH|1|55}}</ref> After mere centuries, the growing population began to squabble, and the Lords of Kobol departed the planet, leaving acolytes and followers behind.<ref name="ARM55" /> They became the [[Thirteenth Tribe (TOS-RH)|Thirteenth Tribe]], with legends implying they may have gone to [[Earth (TOS-RH)|Earth]].<ref name="ARM55" />
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| While many acolytes remained on Kobol, others traveled to the [[Twelve Colonies of Man (TOS-RH)|Twelve Colonies]], specifically to [[Caprica (TOS-RH)|Caprica]], where the pure-blooded descendants of the House of Kobol ruled for millennia until the [[Cylons (TOS-RH)|Cylons]] came.<ref name="ARM56">{{cite book/RH|1|56}}</ref>
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| ==Identifying Pure-Blooded Kobollians==
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| Most people from Caprica are of Kobol descent, but the pure bloodline of the Lords of Kobol is rare.<ref name="ARM54" /> The people of Caprica elected Kobollian leaders because they recognized their wisdom, which stems from more than mere legend or study—Kobollians are "gifted."<ref name="ARM54" />
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| Known pure-blooded Kobollians include:
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| * '''[[Adama (TOS-RH)|Adama]]''': Commander of ''[[Galactica (TOS-RH)|Galactica]]'', descended from the original Kobollians in a direct line.<ref name="ARM54" />
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| * '''[[Apollo (TOS-RH)|Apollo]]''': Son of Adama, pure-blooded Kobollian.<ref name="ARM54" />
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| * '''[[Athena (TOS-RH)|Athena]]''': Daughter of Adama, pure-blooded Kobollian.<ref name="ARM54" /><ref name="ARM92">{{cite book/RH|1|92}}</ref>
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| * '''[[Zac (TOS-RH)|Zac]]''': Son of Adama (deceased), pure-blooded Kobollian.<ref name="ARM54" />
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| * '''[[Troy (TOS-RH)|Troy]]''': Of the bloodline, though not genetically related to Adama's family.<ref name="ARM54" />
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| Aboard ''Galactica'', there are only a handful of others with pure Kobollian blood.<ref name="ARM54" /> Troy may not be aware of his heritage, as Adama notes uncertainty about whether Troy knows he is of the bloodline.<ref name="ARM54" />
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| ===Uncertain Cases===
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| Apollo believes [[Starbuck (TOS)|Starbuck]] is not a full-blooded Kobollian, meaning he would not be accelerated and would face "an endless void" after death.<ref name="WH270" /> However, both of Starbuck's parents were Caprican and might well have been full-blooded Kobollian.<ref name="ARM183">{{cite book/RH|1|183}}</ref>
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| During Starbuck's memorial service, Apollo witnesses an eerie light—the same phenomenon he saw with Adama when someone of pure Kobollian blood dies—filling the chamber and striking Starbuck's head with a brilliant glow.<ref name="RES123">{{cite book/RH|3|123}}</ref><ref name="RES124">{{cite book/RH|3|124}}</ref> No one else sees this light, leading Apollo to wonder if Starbuck might be Kobollian after all.<ref name="RES124" />
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| When Starbuck is later accelerated and returns, he confirms Apollo's suspicion, stating: "You must be pure Kobollian!"<ref name="RES163">{{cite book/RH|3|163}}</ref> Starbuck explains that the Lords told him "we're all Kobollians" and that while some are more pure-blooded and directly descended than others, all humans have the potential to evolve and accelerate—direct descendants of certain houses simply had more of a head start.<ref name="RES163" />
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| ==Mental Abilities==
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| Pure-blooded Kobollians possess latent mental abilities that other humans could never hope to use.<ref name="ARM56" /> All humans have these talents, but humans use very little of their brains.<ref name="ARM56" /> By accessing more of the mind's potential through meditation, descendants of the House of Kobol can master mental powers that lie dormant within them.<ref name="ARM56" />
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| ===Telepathy===
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| Telepathy is communication mind-to-mind without spoken words, often across great distances.<ref name="ARM54" /> This ability allows Kobollians to:
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| * '''Mental Communication''': Send and receive thoughts directly from other minds.<ref name="ARM185">{{cite book/RH|1|185}}</ref>
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| * '''Empathic Sensing''': Feel the emotions and mental states of others.<ref name="ARM185" />
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| * '''Long-Range Contact''': Reach out telepathically across vast distances, such as from a planet's surface to orbiting vessels.<ref name="ARM188">{{cite book/RH|1|188}}</ref>
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| [[Apollo (TOS-RH)|Apollo]] demonstrates advanced telepathic abilities, establishing mental contact with [[Athena (TOS-RH)|Athena]] during critical moments and sensing his presence across space.<ref name="ARM185" /> However, telepathic communication can be blocked by interference from certain planets or alien species.<ref name="ARM188" />
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| ===Clairvoyance===
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| Clairvoyance is the power to call to mind visions of the future or the present, to see what is impossible to see with physical eyes.<ref name="ARM54" /> This manifests as:
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| * '''Prescient Visions''': Seeing possible futures, though it may be unclear whether these are definite predictions or warnings about what might happen.<ref name="ARM260">{{cite book/RH|1|260}}</ref>
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| * '''Danger Sense''': A heightened awareness of impending threats.<ref name="ARM260" />
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| Apollo experiences a powerful clairvoyant vision of the fleet's destruction, including ''Galactica'' breaking apart, Athena screaming on the dying battlestar's bridge, and Troy's Viper being obliterated.<ref name="ARM260" /> The vision causes him physical pain, making him cry out and buckle to his knees.<ref name="ARM260" /> Whether such visions represent certain futures or merely possibilities remains unclear even to experienced Kobollians.<ref name="ARM260" />
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| ===Development and Training===
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| Mental abilities require rigorous training to access and master. The traditional Kobollian method involves:
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| * '''Concentration''': Focused mental discipline
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| * '''Meditation''': Regular meditative practice
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| * '''Inner Vision''': Looking inward to access dormant abilities
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| The mantra "concentration, meditation, inner vision" serves as a guide for developing these powers.<ref name="ARM56" /> [[Adama (TOS-RH)|Adama]] trained [[Apollo (TOS-RH)|Apollo]] for more than ten yahren in the [[Kobollian Sanctuary (TOS-RH)|sanctuary]] aboard ''Galactica'', preparing him to accept the truths of his heritage and utilize them in his role as commander.<ref name="ARM57">{{cite book/RH|1|57}}</ref>
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| Adama's father revealed these truths to him on the occasion of his fortieth novayahren celebration, and it took centons before Adama believed him.<ref name="ARM54" /> The revelation of Kobollian heritage and abilities is traditionally kept secret until the individual is old enough and has enough self-control to make use of them.<ref name="ARM57" />
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| ==The Kobollian Sanctuary==
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| A [[Kobollian Sanctuary (TOS-RH)|sanctuary]] was built into the design of ''[[Galactica (TOS-RH)|Galactica]]'' when she was first constructed more than five hundred yahren ago, without the knowledge of the other colonies.<ref name="ARM56" /> This private chamber serves as a place for Kobollian meditation and training. | |
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| The sanctuary features an advanced computer more than five centuries old, light years ahead of other systems aboard ''Galactica''.<ref name="ARM52">{{cite book/RH|1|52}}</ref> The computer has an almost organic design with curving sides, a glittering gold and silver face, and exclusively uses holo-projection rather than flatscreens.<ref name="ARM52" /> [[Adama (TOS-RH)|Adama]] left a holo-recording in the sanctuary explaining Kobollian heritage to [[Apollo (TOS-RH)|Apollo]] after his death.<ref name="ARM52" />
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| ==Acceleration and the Afterlife==
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| Pure-blooded Kobollians experience "acceleration" after death—their spirits are called to join the [[Lords of Kobol (TOS-RH)|Lords of Kobol]] aboard the [[Ships of Light (TOS-RH)|Ships of Light]].<ref name="WH270">{{cite book/RH|2|270}}</ref> Those who are not full-blooded Kobollians do not receive this acceleration and face "an endless void" after death.<ref name="WH270" />
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| This selective acceleration troubles [[Apollo (TOS-RH)|Apollo]], who questions the logic and fairness of excluding those not directly descended from the Lords of Kobol.<ref name="WH270" /> He wonders whether it is truly impossible for other humans to achieve the same level of advancement, viewing the concept as illogical at best and elitist at worst.<ref name="WH270" /> Apollo determines to pursue the idea that perhaps one day all of humanity could expand their minds to prepare for acceleration of their spirits at the end of corporeal life.<ref name="WH270" />
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| Adama's recording refers to being "with the light now" and states that "the Lords of Kobol have taken me," suggesting acceleration occurs immediately upon death for pure-blooded Kobollians.<ref name="ARM52" />
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| ==Leadership and Wisdom==
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| The people of Caprica always elected Kobollian leaders, recognizing their wisdom.<ref name="ARM54" /> This tradition continued aboard the [[The Fleet (TOS-RH)|Colonial Fleet]], where many believe leadership should come from the bloodline of the House of Kobol.
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| [[Dalton (TOS-RH)|Dalton]] expresses the widely held view: "The bloodline of the House of Kobol are the wisest beings humanity has ever bred. We would be foolish not to follow your father. He might not be Adama, but he is Adama's son and certainly has much of his father's wisdom."<ref name="ARM32">{{cite book/RH|1|32}}</ref>
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| [[Adama (TOS-RH)|Adama]] believed ''Galactica'' could not survive if led by anyone but another Kobollian of pure blood, citing both the mental abilities and the accumulated wisdom of the bloodline as essential qualifications.<ref name="ARM54" /> However, some in the fleet oppose this view, with various groups nominating their own candidates and questioning whether leadership should be tied to bloodline.<ref name="ARM32" />
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| ==Cultural Significance==
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| The phrase "By the Lords" or "By the Lords of Kobol" is commonly uttered throughout Colonial society, though for most people it is merely a traditional expression.<ref name="ARM57" /> For pure-blooded Kobollians like [[Apollo (TOS-RH)|Apollo]], the phrase takes on profound significance once they learn the truth of their heritage.<ref name="ARM57" />
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| The Kobollian heritage has been kept largely secret, with general knowledge focusing on Kobollian wisdom and leadership qualities rather than the specific mental abilities and direct connection to the Lords of Kobol.<ref name="ARM54" /> This secrecy serves to protect the bloodline and prevent misuse of knowledge about their abilities.
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| ==References==
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| [[Category:Richard Hatch Novelizations]]
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| [[Category:Caprica]] | |
| [[Category:Colonial Culture]] | |
| [[Category:Telepaths]] | |
